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Odd Couple Of Peculiar Pop
They’ve shared stages, studios and spas but why aren’t these ex-Brunettes world famous in NZ?
5 min |
November 10 - 16 2018
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Everest To Never Rest
At 92, travel writer Jan Morris files what may be the last report from her remarkable life.
2 min |
November 10 - 16 2018
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In Personal Memoriam
Ending Song by Whanganui poet Airini Beautrais may have been commissioned to be part of the national commemoration of the centennial of the Armistice, but for her, the work is personal.
3 min |
November 10 - 16 2018
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Writing From The Ruins
English author AN Wilson has put aside his historical biographies for a novel inspired by a visit to quake-devastated Christchurch – a city where he expects the book will get a tough reception.
5 min |
November 10 - 16 2018
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Retiring With Dignity
With pension funding set to treble in cost, calls to restrict eligibility are growing. Though many are willing and able – or financially forced – to work past 65, what happens when we want to stop?
10 min |
November 10 - 16 2018
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Piloting His Own Course
Sky TV entrepreneur Craig Heatley believes it’s easier than ever for Kiwi business creators – as long as they can overcome NZ’s inferiority complex.
10+ min |
August 4-10 2018
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Slaves To The Grind
Workaholic tendencies are a serious health risk, especially for women.
3 min |
August 4-10 2018
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Reality Check
Amazingly, virtual reality can help us understand how we tick.
3 min |
August 4-10 2018
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Team Spirit And The Ego
A united front is all important in team sport but, off-field, personality differences can fester.
3 min |
August 4-10 2018
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Eye Of The Beholder
One farmer’s beloved pet can be a square meal to another – just ask Bambi’s parent.
3 min |
February 2-8, 2019
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Exit Strategies
New Zealand knows how it feels to be left out in the cold by a trading partner.
2 min |
February 2-8, 2019
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Double Vision
Foldable phones are finally pocket-ready as the industry hits the upgrade button – but they won’t come cheap.
3 min |
February 2-8, 2019
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Bowled Over
The full story behind cricket’s infamous underarm incident of 1981 has never been told – until now.
2 min |
February 2-8, 2019
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India Awakes
Kiwi crowds are sure to be entertained by Virat Kohli, captain of cricket’s new superpower.
3 min |
February 2-8, 2019
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Stoush In A Sandpit
If the Acting PM is late, spitting your dummy is not such a good idea.
5 min |
July 14-20 2018
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What An Abortion
In Trump’s America, bad manners are the least of it: consider, writes Paul Thomas, the overturning of Roe v Wade.
4 min |
July 14-20 2018
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To The Heart Of The Matter
Vegetarians may live longer than meat eaters, but it’s not just because of their diet.
2 min |
July 14-20 2018
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High Adventure
An anthology of alpine writing displays the greatest appeal of the genre: most of it was written by people who could have died gathering the raw material.
3 min |
July 14-20 2018
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What A Man's Got To Do
A leisurely touring schedule will allow music legend Don McGlashan to work on a new album.
2 min |
July 14-20 2018
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The Answer Lies In The Soils
The Government’s policies are up against unintended consequences.
5 min |
May 5-11 2018
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AI For TVs Is A-OK
There’s something new to consider if you’re upgrading your TV set.
3 min |
May 5-11 2018
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Blood & Money
The ongoing prosperity of a family business or trust ticking calls for a fund of fresh ideas, succession planning and even dodging lawsuits.
10+ min |
June 23-29 2018
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Look & Learn
With so little rigorous research or monitoring, it’s impossible to know how many of the country's early education centres are falling short in what they provide for children and babies. Experts say the “lax” regulations must change.
10+ min |
June 23-29 2018
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The Dairy-free Dilemma
A new report summarises the past decade’s research into how diet and physical activity affect cancer risk.
2 min |
June 23-29 2018
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Straight From The Heart
There are good reasons not to be afraid to talk to your kids about emotions.
3 min |
June 23-29 2018
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On The Border
Visiting the Korean DMZ may be a little safer in future now that US war games are over.
4 min |
June 23-29 2018
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When He's A Real Catch
A story about a fling with a merman makes for a memorably creepy novel.
2 min |
June 23-29 2018
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Ab Fab Japan
There’s much more to our Pacific partner than its sushi and Toyotas
2 min |
June 23-29 2018
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Unfit For Purpose
The interim rugby stadium in Christchurch looks less interim as the years pass.
3 min |
May 19-25 2018
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My Dad, Such A Dagg
Lorin Clarke, the daughter of legendary satirist John Clarke, pays tribute to the work of her late father while carving out a successful writing career of her own.
4 min |