A Friend In Need

Getting by with a little help from your friends sounds simple, but when life takes a turn it can be hard to reach out. Enter Kelly Banks and Janine Williams of Support Crew, who’ve made asking for help – and getting it – easy for all

Into The Wild

It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s set to be even bigger than yoga. And the good old-fashioned hike is also an excellent way to get off the grid and discover the country

Rustic Retreat

Monique Balvert-O’Connor goes off the grid in a seriously luxe way on a mini-break in Blenheim

In With The Bold

As audacious in her style choices as in her political career, National deputy leader Paula Bennett is loving her new look. She talks to NEXT about her eating regime, the importance of making mistakes, and how she thinks Jacinda is doing

The High-Fact Diet

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to food choices. We share new findings and bust some myths so that you can get smart about what goes on your plate

An Empty Nest

Maria Hoyle’s daughters have flown the coop, and now she’s facing the dilemma every parent goes through: what now? She shares what she learned in the transition from hands-on parent to empty nester

Art And Life

For biographer Joanne Drayton, chronicling the life and times of iconic Kiwi cooking duo Hudson and Halls reflected, in many ways, her own journey to finding love and acceptance

Young At Heart

Giving a 70s apartment a new lease of life presented a challenge for these first-home owners, but the result is a modern, artsy space

Whose Prize Is It Anyway?

When parents skite about their kids’ achievements, is it really about the child, asks Deborah?

Uplifted State Of Mind

Michelle Obama has it, so do George Clooney, Anika Moa and PM Jacinda Ardern. What is it? That happy high status of being able to raise others up because you’re comfortable in your skin

Going Global

For many of us, planning a holiday involves a little organisation. But for those with disabilities, there can be extra hurdles. When Lisa Glassey realised this, she founded travel company, Travel Prefab, to make dream trips become a reality

Pushing Buttons

Avoid the aubergine emoji, it’s rude. Steer clear of memes, these are not meant for you. Farrah Storr decodes the rules of the digital world

Heaven On The Earth

Tucked away on Fiji’s second island, Vanua Levu, is a holiday spot that has something for everyone, as Nicky Dewe discovers

Why Hemp Is Hot

They’re a species of cannabis plant, but hemp seeds – not to be confused with marijuana – pack a nutrient punch

9 Ways To Detox Your Wardrobe

Are your drawers overflowing, but you still can’t find anything to wear? Kate Finnegan asks the experts how to take the stress out of decluttering

Voice Of Change

Kanoa Lloyd has been censured and praised for standing up for what she believes in, which includes pride in her Ma¯ori heritage and being open about her anxiety struggles. Phoebe Watt finds out what compels The Project co-host to use her voice for others

The Currency Of Kindness

Turning the belief that accountants care only for profits on its head is Lisa Mead, a single mum of one who is using her accountancy skills to help support at-risk children

SWEET CHILD O ' MINE

New Zealand’s adoption laws are more than 60 years old and currently under review to ensure they take into consideration modern values and practices. Sharon Stephenson talks to two people about their adoption experiences

The Break-Up

Alcohol can be a way to celebrate the highs and soothe the lows – and manage the moments in between. Sarah Lamb, co-founder of Raw Artistry, opens up about her journey from alcohol addiction to recovery

Happy Hour

Samantha Scarratt, viticulturist for wine label Wither Hills, shares what she’s learned on the job

Jacinda Ardern - The Power & The Pressure Of Balancing It All

A lot has changed for Jacinda Ardern since her swift ascent to the PM’s office in 2017. Now a global political sensation and an accidental poster girl for working mothers, she talks to Phoebe Watt about her year of delivery, and what it really takes to have it all

Self-Care? It's A Stretch!

Her son has refused breakfast twice, a cat’s vomited and her daughter’s sandals hurt. For busy working mum Deborah there’s no time for pampering

Are You In A Comfort Trap?

Are self-care, safe spaces and box-set binges turning us all into ‘snowflakes’? Perhaps it’s time to embrace the new trend for positive discomfort, says Fleur Britten

Caught In The Web

Do your social media feeds leave you hungry for more? Sharon Stephenson talks to two New Zealand women who reclaimed their time from tech addiction – and tells how you can too

More Power To Jennifer Aniston

Tuning out the noise while blazing a trail for herself and others, Jennifer Aniston is looking to the future with a renewed focus

Sleep Tight

Female snoring is a poorly understood and often embarrassing sleep condition, discovers Sarah Catherall. She looks at the scientific reasons why women struggle with sleep conditions and what we can do

The Fabric Of Success

Ten years on from launching her label, Ingrid Starnes is going from strength to strength. The designer tells Phoebe Watt about her exciting new milestone

Bernie's New Groove

At 47, life for music radio co-host Bernadine Oliver-Kerby is by no means the same old song. She tells NEXT about her career ‘leap of faith’, her new mantra, and why this next phase is all about family and fun.

The Weight Of Wakefulness

It’s all-too tempting to stay up late binge-watching a TV series or scroll mindlessly on our phones past bedtime. But, as Nicole Mowbray discovers, lack of sleep could also be responsible for our inability to shift those unwanted kilos.

The Royal Revolutionary

From feminism to fashion, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has been leading by example, fighting injustice and supporting women’s rights. They’re causes she feels strongly about, discovers Julia Braybrook.