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A small town girl shares her reading list, her take-away faves, and the best advice she's ever received. Read More
Tilly Lloyd is the backbone of Unity Books. She talks to us about the history of Wellington's beloved bookshop, and its future. Read More
We've got a copy of "Aspiring" by Damien Wilkins to give away. Read More
Melody Thomas explains why Matariki is the perfect time to get on to those new year resolutions. Read More
This winter-warming beef and beer stew is a winner – and comes with a side of crispy, gluten-free cheese balls. Be still my beating heart. Read More
A small town girl shares her reading list, her take-away faves, and the best advice she's ever received. Read More
Features
Beneath
The ocean holds the vast majority of life on Earth, and we are yet to explore 95% of this teeming living space.
Stars in his eyes
Mark Gee frequently ventures out under the darkest, most remote skies in New Zealand. The multi-award-winning photographer has been short-listed for Astronomy Photographer of the Year every year since 2012 and his short film, Full Moon Silhouettes, has been broadcast by NASA. Francesca Emms asked him about his fascination with the stars.
Two families under one roof
Rather than neighbours who become good friends, these good friends have become neighbours.
Window watching
Kate McGuinness has illustrated some of Wellington's favourite haunts and the results are charming.
Three historical projects that changed Wellington
"God made New Zealand," said Sir John-Pearce Luke (Mayor of Wellington 1913–1921). "But engineers made Wellington".
Abandoned spaces
The images forming this photo essay are of buildings at different stages of their lives. Most of them are being redeveloped or renovated, to begin another phase in the life of the capital city.
Making dough
First there was coffee, and then came craft beer. Today, the rising trend in Wellington’s food and beverage scene is handmade artisan bread, writes Sarah Catherall.
Rubbish piles up and the plan stinks
It’s 2020, we’ve banned the plastic bag, half the city is marching around with keep cups, and we’re about to trial kerbside composting – so why exactly is Wellington looking to extend a tip that opened in the 1970s?
Families who love living on the road
Pull out onto any state highway in the summer and you’ll see scores of recreational vehicles (RVs) trundling the length and breadth of New Zealand. Many are rented by holidaymakers on a classic Kiwi road trip. However, more and more people are investing in their own caravans and making them their own. And a growing number of people even live fulltime in these tiny homes on wheels.
Electric records
Derek Smith spent the early nineties photographing New Zealand while on the job as a meter reader.
Three leaders share their vision for 2020
The hype-man of the Hurricanes is eyeing up the Super Rugby Championship, there’re changes afoot for the Wellington City Mission, and the wheels are spinning at Wellington City Council. Harriet Palmer talked to three local leaders about their vision for the future.
Rebecca Hardie Boys is as effervescent as the ginger beers she brews. We caught up with her between deliveries. Read More
Gordon Ramsay handpicked her for his London restaurant. Now chef Sam Dinsdale is back, she gives us her insider tips for the best sweet treats in Wellington. Read More
An All Black, a CEO and a charity boss. Who's got the clearest vision for 2020? Read More
Quick reads
Not sure what to read next? Look no further. Poet, writer and all round man of letters Chris Tse tells us what's at the top of his reading list. Read More
Jelena Stekolstsikova has tried every tiramisu in town, so she knows where to get the good stuff. Read More
A small town girl shares her reading list, her take-away faves, and the best advice she's ever received. Read More
Gordon Ramsay handpicked her for his London restaurant. Now chef Sam Dinsdale is back, she gives us her insider tips for the best sweet treats in Wellington. Read More
Being an eco-sexual is art art, part environmental activism and part sex. We find out how to be more eco-friendly in the bedroom (or where ever, we're not judging). Read More
Melody Thomas explains why Matariki is the perfect time to get on to those new year resolutions. Read More
Feed the troops with this super-quick crowd pleaser. Read More
