Over the next six weeks the Herald on Sunday and Bell Tea are looking for some special, ordinary people. We want you to nominate them.

Elegant writing takes us through the highs and lows of a woman’s life.

The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his girlfriend Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls every week. Read more here.

Living travelled to Singapore to see The Sound of Music ahead of the show opening in Wellington and Auckland.

Whether you're on a tight budget or splashing out, the islands have it all.

Sharks are the least of James Russell's worries at Kelly Tarlton's.

Make use of your outdoor space for entertaining, Carol Bucknell writes.

Paula Yeoman is stunned by a brutal new movie.

Make a statement in earthy colours.

Matt Whelan goes against type in his new play, finds Barney McDonald.

A new TV series proves you really can teach old dogs new tricks says Dionne Christian.

Races more popular every year.

The Aussies have done their thing. Now it’s our turn writes Janie Smith.

Best friends and good food make a celebration.

Whether it's mustard, camel or olive, add a little earth tone to your wardrobe palette this season.

Intrepid trampers or a bunch of softies? Pam Neville puts the case for guided walks.

Approaching a bank for finance can be daunting, but just go for it.

Barney McDonald meets a rock star of the world of illusion.

Ann Huston travelled with her sons to the Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge in China’s Guangxi province.

Despite the cold weather, the fashion season has changed and Spring/Summer collections are arriving in store now.

Families do best when everyone is getting plenty of sleep. Even if just one member of a family is not sleeping well, the whole household can be affected.