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Wheelie big change? Council considers new kerbside collection
Anew kerbside collection system is being considered for Gisborne to improve affordability, reduce illegal dumping and divert more waste from landfill. An ongoing review of Gisborne District Council’s kerbside collection service could result in...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Two dogs die, two fall ill
Two Wairarapa families, heartbroken by the loss of their dogs from suspected poisoning, want answers. Paul Gadsby’s dog Lucy and Adam and Zoe Thurston’s dog Nova died after four dogs who were close friends became unwell at a Charles St property in...
Read Full Story (Page 1)$50k in thefts admitted
As the checkout manager at New World Rototuna, Amandeep Kaur Singh had eight supervisors and 55 checkout operators working under her. But while she had her hands full in that role, those hands were also helping themselves to whatever unauthorised...
Read Full Story (Page 5)ICC building still in a state
A fifth of the $21 million set aside to fix issues at Invercargill City Council’s ageing headquarters has been spent, despite no repair work being carried out. Te Hīnaki Civic Building on Invercargill's Esk St underwent a mass exodus of 167 staff last...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Keeping it in the e family
OTAGO should probably let Max Hore be the first to hold the Lin Colling Memorial Trophy if they retain it against Auckland on Thursday night. He is family, after all. Hore never met the greatuncle after whom the trophy was named — Lin Colling, a...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Changing Fortunes:
Jacob Spoonley runs the rule over the refreshed New Zealand sides ahead of a new men’s A-League season.
Read Full Story (Page 3)Pareora chains shut down
Low stock numbers have forced the closure of both chains at Silver Fern Farms’ Pareora plant in what has been described as an “unusual” move. In an email sent to staff at the plant on September 15, site manager Bevan Forrest said the seasonal shutdown...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Microclimate collection
Not only do Daryl and Linda Rowan love growing plants, but they also spend their holidays hunting out specimens in remote locations off the usual tourist routes. Last year, the couple visited Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, and in 2024 they spent seven...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Microclimate collection
Not only do Daryl and Linda Rowan love growing plants, but they also spend their holidays hunting out specimens in remote locations off the usual tourist routes. Last year, the couple visited Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, and in 2024 they spent seven...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Agencies warned $60m cement grant set precedent
Official advice to the Government opposed providing help to Fletcher Building’s Golden Bay Cement factory in Whangārei, for which ministers approved a $60 million grant in July. Officials and independent analysis by Deloitte acknowledged that New...
Read Full Story (Page 1)‘Respected in every circle’
Tributes are being paid to former Speaker of the House and Te Tai Hauāuru MP Adrian Rurawhe, who “was respected in every circle he met with”. His family announced yesterday Rurawhe had died that morning at Rā tana Pā and would lie in state at Whangaehu...
Read Full Story (Page 1)‘I don’t know how to tell him’
APonsonby chief executive accused of assaulting a pensioner during a road rage incident involving his father’s $430,000 supercar has escaped prosecution after a judge blasted police incompetence and dismissed the case. The chief executive, in his 30s,...
Read Full Story (Page 3)Water decision ‘pragmatic’
Pragmatic or deeply disappointing, the decision has been made to continue discharging Palmerston North wastewater to the Manawatū River. Yesterday, the city council decided the best practicable option for disposing of the city’s wastewater was to...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Six-figure sire
A $100,000 black bull is now in his new home in Southland after a stop in Otago to harvest semen to sell to underbidders. Rising 2yearold Angus bull Taimate Valor fetched six figures at a historic sale at Taimate Angus in Marlborough in June this...
Read Full Story (Page 2)‘It’s great’ – ‘it’s frustrating’
New Plymouth’s mayor has welcomed the Government’s pause on local government reform while his fellow Taranaki mayors are less enamoured. Max Brough said he was not surprised when Local Government Minister Simon Watts and RMA Reform Minister Chris...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Dream job seeing the world
Ashburton’s Amber Davy took on a summer job unsure about her next move. By the time the national Young Grower of the Year runnerup had finished hours upon hours of farm machinery work, any doubts were erased. After growing up on a sheep farm near...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Hello
Fans of Kiwi comedian Tom Sainsbury will chuckle along with me when I say that spring has well and truly sprung. And even if you don’t know what I’m referencing (IYKYK), it’s undeniably true – all around the south lambs are leaping, daffodils are...
Read Full Story (Page 8)Below RV - Motivated Vendor!
1/164 Soleares Avenue, Mount Pleasant, Christchurch City 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 4 car garaging Elevate your lifestyle with this brand-new sanctuary perched on an easily accessible, flat section on the hill, masterfully designed for professionals...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Pool not protected from bulldozer
The trust needed HNZ to grant it a 10year lease before it could reoccupy and renovate the premises. The pool sits within an area that is currently part of a larger Dunedin Hospital master plan. Mr Bezett said he was told the master plan document...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Time’s up for Leeston parking limit
Motorists have largely ignored the 10-minute parking restriction along Leeston’s High St, which has been in place for at least 30 years. But they have now gone after a pleas from the Leeston Community Committee and residents. It comes after the...
Read Full Story (Page 5)‘Larger than life’
Rotorua father Peter Bentley was “larger than life” — a successful businessman, hard-working councillor and an inspiration to “get out there and get things done”. Bentley, who served on Rotorua Lakes Council from 2013 to 2022, died on September 19...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Head Start pause costly
The government’s decision to pause the Head Start local government amalgamation process has cost the Gore District Council more than $20,000 as well as untold staff hours. The decision was labelled “a joke” by Gore District Mayor Ben Bell. “We spent...
Read Full Story (Page 1)How new MPs scored
Napier MP Katie Nimon National MP for Napier Katie Nimon said she wasn’t a fan of talking herself up, but would give herself an eight out of 10 for her first term. Nimon said she had achieved what she “really wanted” to, including the four-laning of...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Te Aro - 12/4 Frederick Street
CENTRAL, SUNNY AND SURPRISINGLY SPACIOUS Further features include: • Generous second living area upstairs-ideal as a media room, quiet retreat or guest space • Modern kitchen with excellent storage and generous preparation space • Sunny, private...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Waterfront feedback sought
Plans for a $27.3 million makeover of Nelson’s “neglected” waterfront will soon go out for public consultation. Swimming, eating, walking and spending time by the sea are at the heart of the vision, which includes a shared pathway, steps into the...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Council locks in shorter staff working hours
Northland Regional Council is to permanently shift to a reduced-hours-forsame-pay regime for its 332 staff after a close 5-4 vote around the council’s top table. Achieving the same improvement in staff remuneration through salary increases would...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Board advises Bremworth shareholders to take offer
The board of wool carpet-maker Bremworth has recommended shareholders accept the 90c per share (cps) partial takeover offer for their shares by the Mangawhai Collective, but it has not hidden its disappointment at the price. Mangawhai owns or controls...
Read Full Story (Page 3)Matamata’s power behind the horses
The is our daily newspaper and news website in Waikato and the Bay of Plenty. It has a proud history, printing since 1872 and telling it like it is every day. Below are brief summaries of recent stories. Read the full stories on our website THEY KEEP...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Leading brands recognised for excellence at REINZ Awards
A cautious real estate market has not stopped New Zealand’s leading brands from delivering outstanding results, with the REINZ Awards for Excellence 2026 recognising exceptional performance across the profession. “People may see a sold sign, a new...
Read Full Story (Page 13)Meet the farmers of the south: Art Diack, Grove Burn
Farming is the backbone of Southland’s economy. Photographer Kavinda Herath has been visiting farmers across the region to find out more about what they do. Western Southland sheep and beef farmer Art Diack has been farming up at Grove Burn since 1962...
Read Full Story (Page 2)From Edinburgh to Te Puke: Internationally acclaimed Bob Marley show comes to town
Te Puke is set to welcome an award-winning artist who has performed on stages around the world, from Off-Broadway to a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe. Jamaican-Canadian artist Duane Forrest will be bringing his acclaimed production Bob Marley: How Reggae...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Featherston’s romantic makeover
Hopeless romantics across the region are in for a treat this weekend with what is promised to be “the Wairarapa social event of the year”. Featherston’s Anzac Hall will be transformed on Saturday to host the Valley of Romance Ball, billed as an...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Let’s get physical
JAMES Taylor has over 600 titles in his collection, an array of thrift store found bluray and 4K Ultra HD DVDs. The 37-year-old medical service technician from Hawke's Bay quit streaming services a year ago. Decision fatigue and prices wore him...
Read Full Story (Page 1)TEN-PAGE R MARINE FLAGSHIP SPRING SHOWCASE SUPPLEMENT
INSIDE: SALTHOUSE 65 ENTERPRISELADY REFIT PROAS – FROM TRADITIONAL TO SPEEDSTERS ALAN YOUNG – SEEKING PERFECTION GREEN CRUISING (WITH ALL THE AMENITIES) WESTHAVEN MARINA PT II A BUNCH OF PIRATES – FISHERMEN TO PROFESSIONAL YACHTSMEN
Read Full Story (Page 1)Welcome to the 2026 NZSUV Buyer’s Guide
If there’s one thing that’s certain about the New Zealand automotive market, it’s that we love our SUVs. Business, leisure or pleasure, these ‘do it all’ automotive solutions will happily traverse all manner of lifestyles and even terrains. Whether...
Read Full Story (Page 2)It takes two
Marama Davidson and Chlöe Swarbrick’s co-leadership had a troubled start, but six weeks from the election, the Greens are our third most popular party. Can their consensus-style politics take on “the empire”?
Read Full Story (Page 2)Sophie goes totally wild!
The Duchess of Edinburgh packed her trunks for a sailing safari along Zambia’s Zambezi River, where she inspected the work of conservation charities.
Read Full Story (Page 2)CRUISIN’ WITH CATHERINE
Despite a week of explosive headlines, the Prince and Princess of Wales were all smiles at the London premiere of Tom Cruise’s movie Digger. Catherine dazzled in a plum Jenny Packham gown and Princess Diana’s pearl earrings, paired with the Queen...
Read Full Story (Page 2)New nature-inspired children's books by Kiwi authors
Spring is the perfect time to launch a range of picture books that celebrate our connection with the environment. Three new picture books by New Zealand writers and illustrators have plenty to inspire young gardeners in your life. As well as...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Good design is in the details
Whether you’re building your dream home or renovating your current one, it can be all too easy to become focused on the big design decisions, such as your floor plan, kitchen units or bathroom suit, but it’s actually some of the smaller details that...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Storm batters US Northeast
A STRONG nor'easter hitting the United States Northeast from Washington DC to Maine at the weekend grounded hundreds of flights and prompted state leaders to declare emergencies More than 73,000 homes and businesses remained without power in...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Out of the woods
Disappear into the shelter and spirit of this cabin in a Tāhuna/Queenstown forest.
Read Full Story (Page 10)TOP & FLOP CROPS
- What did well and what didn’t in Lynda Hallinan’s Hunua garden this month.
Read Full Story (Page 3)GOING DOWN
GETTING INTO BED AND REALISING YOU’VE LEFT THE LIGHT ON A big sigh is definitely called for. YOUR LOCAL CAFE TAKING YOUR FAVOURITE ITEM OFF THE MENU Sometimes a menu doesn’t need a seasonal refresh. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS IN SHOPS ALREADY Too soon.
Read Full Story (Page 2)Brainwaves
Researchers provide the insights they have gained into subjects ranging from earthquakes to myrtle rust
Read Full Story (Page 2)Epstein-NZ link
Two New Zealand nationals described as being in Jeffrey Epstein’s “inner circle” are understood to have been questioned by US state law enforcement as part of a new investigation seeking to prosecute individuals associated with the late sex...
Read Full Story (Page 1)HOW WE TRAVEL
Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.
Read Full Story (Page 3)KARORI
Tender closing October 8, 2026, at 1pm Some homes simply feel like family homes. This is one of them. Everything is on one level, making it wonderfully practical for family life at every stage. Freshly painted, centrally heated, and double glazed, it...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Will it all come out in the wash?
Buying a washing machine feels simple until you’re standing in the appliance aisle, staring at rows of drums and a wall of star ratings. Which one actually suits you and your needs, and will last the distance? Here’s what matters. WHAT TO LOOK...
Read Full Story (Page 2)'Penscroft' … the pictures say it all
Nestled in a vibrant location, with easy access to amenities, this comfortable property is a wonderfully private retreat. With two living rooms opening to outdoor living, and a downstairs master, the layout will have wide appeal. Zoned for soughtafter...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Once-in-a-lifetime event
Alocal iwi is preparing for a “once-in-a-lifetime” event for Tairāwhiti. Two years after an initial tono (request), Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki received confirmation in October 2025 that five marae would be part of the Poukai circuit. Poukai is the travelling...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Setting boundaries: Fence or hedge?
THE CASE FOR FENCES Cost: Prices vary widely By material And terrain. BASIC post-and-wire CAN start Around $10 to $20 per metre, while A quality timber or steel fence CAN run well Above that, particularly if you Can’t do it yourself. Difficulty: A...
Read Full Story (Page 2)COR NER
David Bennett sent in this image taken of the Whanganui-based friends Quaker school class from 1955. “I was aged 11 (nearly 12) at the time and we lived nearby so cycling to school was the order of the day,” he said. “I would be interested to hear from...
Read Full Story (Page 4)September 26, 2026
Watching Witi Ihimaera Smiler on stage at the Auckland Writers Festival earlier this year, I was struck by his boyish energy. The 82-yearold charmed the audience with his eloquence, leapt out of his seat, smile beaming and at one point, even pulled...
Read Full Story (Page 1)The Wedding Planner
She falls for the groom whose wedding she’s planning. This feels like a fairly significant conflict of interest.
Read Full Story (Page 2)The FingerFlower
By WARREN PALMER I imagine a world where my fingers all move as they used to I don’t understand how I work so hard on my little finger and my thumb moves instead sometimes I dream of a world where my fingers all flower as they once did always my...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Quiz
1 “I pity the fool”, says which wrestlerturned-actor? 2 In British history, what era is named after the Hanoverian kings? 3 If you’re at mainland Africa’s most northerly point, you’re in which country? 4 What event did New Zealand’s Robin Judkins...
Read Full Story (Page 3)Blenheim parking wardens ease approach for rest of CBD revamp
Parking wardens are set to become a little more lenient in central Blenheim, as the Marlborough District Council seeks to entice shoppers to visit Market St businesses amid a major revamp. People in the CBD who overstayed their paid parking or didn’t...
Read Full Story (Page 1)‘Cool’ Waitaki in top travel list
“We are very proud of all of our creative artists who make their home in our district,” Mrs Tavendale said. Lonely Planet’s destination editor for Oceania Jessica Lockhart said “Donna’s gallery” represented the qualities that helped Oamaru and Waitaki...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Temporary marquee trial planned as Manchester Square permanent cover put on hold
Manawatū District Council has put plans for a permanent weather cover over Manchester Square’s brick quadrant on hold after strong opposition during community engagement. Elected members voted 10-1 at last Wednesday’s meeting not to proceed with the...
Read Full Story (Page 1)King’s weightlifter continues his dominance
JEREMY Manteiga is used to the weight of expectation. The year 13 King’s High School student collected his fifth national secondary schools weightlifting title in Auckland earlier this month. He produced a personal best clean and jerk of 126kg and a...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Medieval garden project springs to life
Hamilton’s medievalthemed garden has sprung to life as plants “let loose in the soil” welcome the public to a space seven years in the making. Arches and passageways, medicinal herbs and 280 tonnes of concrete make up the Hamilton Gardens attraction —...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Ultimate family living in hospital locale
This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a beautifully presented home for your family, that combines generous family living and a superb outdoor setting. Offering 230sqm (approx), enjoy large gatherings in the roomy kitchen, dining, family area,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Double dose of Rockquest success
Burnside High School has flown the flag for Christchurch at the Rockquest national finals with a second-place finish in the solo/ duo competition. Mind The Gap, made up of Burnside head student Alex Gibson and Reiss Fatani, both year 13 students,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)This weekend
Ōtautahi Made Spring Market Sunday, 10am-4pm Celebrate the arrival of spring at Ōtautahi Made, Christchurch’s curated handmade market. Discover more than 180 carefully selected makers, artists, designers and artisan food producers from across the...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Double dose of Rockquest success
Burnside High School has flown the flag for Christchurch at the Rockquest national finals with a second-place finish in the solo/ duo competition. Mind The Gap, made up of Burnside head student Alex Gibson and Reiss Fatani, both year 13 students,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Double dose of Rockquest success
2025 Burnside High School has flown the flag for Christchurch at the Rockquest national finals with a second-place finish in the solo/ duo competition. Mind The Gap, made up of BurTnhseidSetahr, eJandusatruyd2e3n, 2t0A2l5ex Gibson and Reiss Fatani,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Double dose of Rockquest success
Burnside High School has flown the flag for Christchurch at the Rockquest national finals with a second-place finish in the solo/ duo competition. Mind The Gap, made up of Burnside head student Alex Gibson and Reiss Fatani, both year 13 students,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Fisherman helps protect Rakiura from pest threat
A vigilant fisherman’s report of a suspected marine pest has helped safeguard one of New Zealand’s most treasured marine environments. An Environment Southland investigation has found no further signs of the invasive seaweed, Undaria, at the reported...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Exhibit honour
Graphic designer/illustrator Ross Ellen has a contemporary art image featuring in the Ashburton Clock Tower exhibit in the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum. He’s honoured to be included. The exhibition marks 50 years of the iconic clock. ‘‘I feel...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Your Home for Outdoor Cooking
Explore our range of BBQs, Smokers, Outdoor Ovens & Outdoor Heating.
Read Full Story (Page 1)Residents get look at centre plans
Mr Mcintyre said the auditorium in the most budgetfriendly option was to be acoustically engineered and would include windows which could be covered to dampen sound or for cinema use. The most expensive offered fixed seating and separate spaces rather...
Read Full Story (Page 2)‘Crunch time’ for Clutha museum
Balclutha’s museum may soon be forced to close its doors for good, the curator has warned. Clutha Museum curator Dr Roz McKechnie issued the warning last week, saying the largely volunteerrun museum would have to close unless longstanding issues...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Petal palette
Colour-themed planting schemes & inspiring ideas for pots & small plots
Read Full Story (Page 1)Spring is in the air, and so is the music
Spring is in the air, but so is the music, and October is shaping up to be a pretty exciting month for the arts in Katikati. Ludwig van Beethoven might have been onto something when he said, “Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and...
Read Full Story (Page 1)Passionate renovators’ transformation of a historic Christchurch property.
Door knocks have played a prominent role in Clare and Philip Beer’s homeownership history. The couple had just completed a transformation of their property in Christchurch in 2014 when someone knocked on the door with an offer too good to refuse. It...
Read Full Story (Page 5)AN EXTRAORDINARY SHEDDIE
We don’t feature many sheddies more than once in the magazine, but Chris Gordon is the exception. Chris’ latest project is the subject of our cover story in this edition, and this is his most stunning project yet. We first featured the first of his...
Read Full Story (Page 3)BRILLIANT BEARS!
Meet the world’s eight species of bear – which one’s your fave?
Read Full Story (Page 2)Grilled asparagus and halloumi salad
ustralian chef Karen Martini says this salad makes a delicious and light spring starter. Chargrilling asparagus takes the flavour in a different direction to steaming or blanching. It retains its signature grassy notes, but the char adds a compelling...
Read Full Story (Page 2)BITE SIZE
Where the dish team are eating and drinking, eating nutritiously on a budget, Sarah Todd’s Classic French Bouillabaisse, in conversation with Teresa Pert of Ortega Fish Shack.
Read Full Story (Page 4)Bryn Hall
north Harbour’s seventh centurion talks passion for the team and the union and why his team is playing so much better this season.
Read Full Story (Page 6)Winter Blues
Snow, frost and rain seem to be the focus of the weather recently, it makes it hard to get inspired, or to even get out of bed in the morning, and when keeping warm is a priority can affect work and morale. This not only affects you and your staff but...
Read Full Story (Page 2)New Zealand Walking Tour: An Unmissable Converge; Four fastastic foray into the geat southern untamed:
Agreat philosopher (or perhaps just a very tired tramper ) once observed that the trouble with walking in New Zealand is that the scenery refuses to stay in the background. It is aggressively spectacular. For those who love the idea of the great...
Read Full Story (Page 3)We made 34 for 35
To celebrate 35 years since the Youtube NZ Marketing Awards started, we made 34 different versions of the cover for the print edition of this issue. Yep, 34 – that’s the number of trophies that were handed out on Awards Night. Keeping with the theme...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Hello,
As we head further into the second half of the year, welcome to the latest edition of Allied Media’s Your Healthcare Providers 2026, your handy guide to the health professionals and services supporting the wellbeing of Christchurch...
Read Full Story (Page 2)Welcome
Being someone’s true love means that you accept them for the person they are, and that you do not wish to change them. Saying ‘‘I love you’’ in front of the world is what your wedding day is all about. It means standing by the one you love during those...
Read Full Story (Page 2)‘Today is your day. You’re off to great places. You’re off and away. Oh the places you’ll go.’
Inland from Lake Coleridge, Canterbury
Read Full Story (Page 2)PEPPERED FILET MIGNON WITH SAUCE AU POIVRE
A classic filet mignon never goes out of style. Wrapping the eye fillet in bacon before portioning keeps each steak beautifully shaped and adds richness as it cooks. Finished with a silky brandy and pepper sauce, it’s a timeless combination that’s just...
Read Full Story (Page 7)Southland
Deer farming and dairy grazing couple, Tony & Michelle Roberts, proudly built their farming business from the ground up and this year took home the title of 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing.
Read Full Story (Page 4)Don't leave home ‘til you've seen the country
There are a number of adverts from the early 1980s that live long in the memory, but the classic tourism one particularly resonates. Imploring New Zealanders to explore their own backyard before travelling overseas, it made a powerful point about what...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Looking ahead
Welcome to the latest issue of NZ Landscaper, packed with practical ideas, industry news and inspiration to help you build a stronger business. Our theme for this issue is the next generation – from developing tomorrow’s landscapers to shaping the...
Read Full Story (Page 4)THE WORST OF TIMES
As well as being a touch chilly weatherwise, the overall atmosphere of July wasn’t exactly great. Most Kiwis felt the loss of Sam Neill very keenly – I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I thoroughly enjoyed watching him in Reilly Ace of Spies...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Picton plunge for cancer
A chilly new fundraiser saw Marlborough residents brave cold water in support of the Cancer Society, with the Daffy Dip campaign launched on Saturday by 13 brave souls at the Picton Foreshore. As Daffodil Day approaches, Cancer Society Marlborough is...
Read Full Story (Page 1)FIRE
In all emergencies phone 111. If you ring to report a local fire in a rural area you will be asked your RAPID number, so that the appropriate fire service can be alerted. At certain times of the year, there will be restrictions on lighting fires. Ring...
Read Full Story (Page 3)Visiting a doctor
• It’s free to enrol It’s free to register or enrol with a GP — but they may charge a consultation fee each time you go to see them after that. GPs normally charge a higher fee, often called a casual rate, for patients that aren’t enrolled at their...
Read Full Story (Page 3)THE REID MARTINI
A rich and characterful vodka, The Reid is the best vodka you will ever taste. Delicately nuanced with notes of pear drops, lemon, toffee and malt biscuits. The Reid shines in spirit-forward cocktails, particularly in our signature martini, adding...
Read Full Story (Page 13)GREAT RESPONSES
There were some pleasant surprises last month as entries flooded in for the Star Insurance 2027 Calendar photo competition. From Trikes and Hot Rods to Pickups and Racing Saloons, there was everything across the classic community submitted for...
Read Full Story (Page 3)Milestone Memories
Welcome to your Readers’ Issue! We asked you, our readers, questions about what you’d like to see in this Special Edition. Follow the special logo designed by our Art Director, Richard, throughout the pages to see how you helped the MiNDFOOD team...
Read Full Story (Page 4)Resene paint and wallpaper for maximalist interiors.
Alayered, personality-filled home is having a moment. Intentional clutter, or maximalism, is less about mess and more about meaning. The antithesis of classic minimalism with its pared back palettes, intentional clutter is the art of surrounding...
Read Full Story (Page 3)THE COST OF KIWI CULTURE
Walk into any snow shop and the walls are full. Jackets, skis, boots, helmets, goggles, packs, base layers, socks, gadgets, apps, passes and promises. There is no shortage of product. There has probably never been more. The problem is not the gear....
Read Full Story (Page 7)A RECIPE FOR HEIFER MATING SUCCESS
Glenaray Station successfully mate yearling heifers, increasing their reproductive potential
Read Full Story (Page 1)A historic lifestyle opportunity
This is not only a stunning piece of history, but what a place to live! In the heart of Maraekakaho perched just above the historic woolshed is the Gardeners Cottage from Maraekakaho Station. A lovely two bedroom cottage plus two bedrooms detached from...
Read Full Story (Page 4)The smart home seller’s guide:
Selling your home now means navigating A Buyers’ market. With more properties listed than there Are Active Buyers, the power shifts. Buyers can Be more selective, And homes may take longer to sell. In this climate, your choice of real estate company...
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