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The Reasons Behind Retinol
Lauded as one of the only effective ingredients to combat ageing, Sarah Simpson from beautyheaven.co.nz explores what makes this the gold standard in skincare and why it should become part of your beauty arsenal.
A Fair Share
We’re lauded for being a progressive country in many ways – but when it comes to the gender pay gap, are we resting on our laurels? We meet the women working to achieve pay equality, and find out what we need to do to close the gap
Mind The Gap
It’s high time women were paid on a par with men, so we’ve asked some high-profile Kiwis to start the conversation around closing the gap. Here are their thoughts
Turning Pointe
Ballet might seem an unlikely path to recovery for someone with anorexia. But for one Dunedin woman, dancing gave her not just one, but two artistic outlets that have changed her life
Living Colour
Pops of colour, interesting details, and playing with texture all help to put a personal stamp on a rented home, as one couple shows
Skin Deep
Brownish patches on the skin – often caused by sun exposure – are an unpleasant side effect of ageing. Tamsin Marshall looks at how to tackle them
A Whole New World
It’s a land of futuristic cities, traditional temples and everything in between. On a whirlwind tour across Japan, Julia Braybrook found there was plenty in each city to tick off her bucket list – and even more to add
Angelina
After one of the most tumultuous periods of her life, Angelina Jolie is embracing new beginnings – and her playful side
Earning Her Wings
Solving people’s parking problems and supporting charities in the process, Park Angel founder Elaine Linnell is doing good
Food For Thought
In our quest to feed the world’s ever-growing population in a sustainable way, what’s on our plates in the future will look very different to the meals of today. Cath Bennett examines the future of food
Resolution Reboot
We’re now halfway through 2018, and for many of us, the resolutions made in the optimism of the New Year may have fallen by the wayside. But don’t worry – here’s your guide to getting back on track
Just Tastes Good
She’s braved sexism and sacrifice to make it in the culinary world, but Bridget Foliaki-Davis will always be a Kiwi kid with a soft spot for wholesome fare – and a good old-fashioned pie
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.
Born And Raised
An often misunderstood procedure, people are now taking a look at surrogacy and the laws around it. Here, two sisters share their surrogacy story
About A Boy
For Toni Street and Sophie Braggins, bringing baby Lachlan into the world was a long, often emotional process. The best friends open up about the hard times and the joy of the surrogacy journey.
Outdoor Pursuit
Faced with cramped spaces and long commutes, these families chose to swap city living for a country lifestyle. They share the ups and downs of rural life.
My Year Of Being Brave
Men are fearless, while women are held back by a desire for perfection. So says Women Who Code author Reshma Saujani in her latest book which encourages women to make braver choices – even if we fail while we’re at it.
Go The Distance
In a trend that goes against convention, more couples are embracing living apart. We meet two who are making it work
Gut Feeling
Auckland business owner Anika Henderson was just 36 when she was diagnosed with bowel cancer. The mother-of-three says she would never have suspected her coeliac-like symptoms would turn out to be cancer. She shares her story to encourage other women to take charge of their health
Youthful Ambition
When she was 16, Leah Stewart dreamed of becoming a kidney donor. At 21, her organ donation helped save a friend’s life, then she took her caring and sharing message to the ends of the earth
Taking Flight
Auckland couple Katie and Mark Sievers are living the dream, travelling the world with their young girls. They tell Monique McKenzie about the lessons learned along the way
The Hot List
Look no further than our edit of the top 10 things to love, objects to desire and everything in between
If I Could Turn Back Time
Spurred by nostalgia for the freedom of youth, Sarah makes a snap decision...
Do You Have A Novel In You?
A popular New Zealand author who has just published her 10th book offers tips to aspiring novelists
The Daily Dose
They’re the latest tool in your health arsenal and they’re seeing a rise in popularity. We’ve got your need-to-know guide to supplements
About A Boy
With a son to raise, Deborah struggles with the notion of ‘toxic masculinity’
Indecent Proposals
Lisa is finding her man’s playful suggestions of wedlock distinctly not funny. Here’s why
Stop In The Name Of Love
Pumping the brakes on Mr Stable’s advances, Sarah realises how far she’s come since her divorce
A Light Touch
Mastering the pared-back look is a good tool in your makeup arsenal. Here’s what you need to know
Safe And Unsound?
Our kids have never been safer, yet we still micro-manage their every move. Sarah Catherall looks at the phenomenon of helicopter parenting, and asks, is it doing more harm than good?