Buying alcohol in NZ: What are your rights when shopping with others?

New Zealand has an undeniably strict policy when it comes to serving alcohol, with stories of international documents being rejected and 34-year-olds without means of a photo ID regularly making headlines.

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DNA tests find Subway chicken only 50 per cent chicken

Thinking of a chicken takeaway meal for tonight? Then you're probably better to go with McDonald's than Subway.

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Households told to shop around for better power deal as prices rise

Households are being warned: Get set for power price increases.

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In season: Partying with pumpkin

 

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'What is KiwiSaver?' and other questions asked of Sorted's chatbot

Questions asked of a newly launched KiwiSaver "chatbot" reveal continued ignorance about the state-sponsored retirement savings scheme.

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Review: Mr Go's, Wellington

A taste of… Mr Go's, 59 Taranaki St, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011.

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Cafe Chat: Vietnamese favourite Where's Charlie? opens second Wellington eatery

Northern Vietnamese eatery Where's Charlie? has opened a second branch in Lambton Quay, just down the road from their Capital Market kiosk.

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Review: Rollickin’ Gelato, Christchurch

A taste of... Rollickin' Gelato, 35 New Regent St, Christchurch.

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Cafe chat: A taste of Canterbury at Gatherings

A taste of Canterbury is now being lovingly served to diners at Gatherings. The new restaurant, at the rebuilt Carlton Courts, is all about sustainable, seasonal and hyperlocal plant-based food.

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Recipes: Plum spice cake, and rhubarb and raspberry ice blocks

Now that we have 60 fruit trees to call our own, preserving has taken on a whole new meaning.

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Recipe: Nadia's Coconut Plum Muffins

Coconut Plum Muffins

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Review: The Kirk Cafe, Hamilton

A taste of… The Kirk Cafe, at 6 Te Aroha St, Hamilton East

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Maree Harris shares her favourite things about the Waikato

Dizzy and Lola sit on the pavement in Raglan's main street devouring multi-coloured ice blocks, blonde heads still, brown eyes dreamy, silent now they've each been allowed their favourite chocolate and caramel flavour.

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Recipes: Tuna & caper butter, brown butter & sultana biscuits, and brioche

Last year, Time magazine described butter as a "middle of the road" food – not as bad as the dreaded sugar, but not quite as nutritionally sound as extra virgin olive oil.

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Neat Places to grab a bite at the Nostalgia Festival

Nostalgia Festival returns for  a fourth year, and brings with it not only a medley of musical and artistic talent, but some of Christchurch's best artisan food. These businesses will swap kitchens and cafes for humble stalls on March 4.

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John Saker: Is food for the mind, food for the vine?

Now we're heading into vintage (it started a couple of weeks ago in Northland), I asked a few winemakers what they'd been reading and listening to recently. Why? Because I have a theory, which roughly goes like this: what they feed their minds, they feed their vines and wines.

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Housekeeping experts reveal what you should clean daily, weekly and monthly

What's your cleaning personality? Do you tackle household chores on an as-needed basis, guided by nothing more than your own standards, or do you have a tried-and-true regimen for daily, weekly and monthly tasks?

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Interest soars over regional houses: realestate.co.nz

Home seekers are turning to the regions while interest in big cities is waning, according to fresh data.

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Modern architectural gem up for grabs

This contemporary house in Tawa, Wellington, won several architecture awards when it was built, and now the owner is offering it up to a new family. But you'll need to be quick – tenders close at 1pm tomorrow, March 2.

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Should you put solar panels on the roof? It's complicated

The column of 12 three-digit numbers adds up to $2980. They rise from $173 to $376 then down to $190. That's my family's monthly electricity bills for the past year.

We also run a pellet fire for heating in winter and a gas hob for cooking, but $57 a week is still a reasonable weekly cost. Like many, we've wondered what difference solar panels on the roof could make.

There are plenty of companies wanting to sell you a package and promising savings, but what really is the truth?

I turned to a Christchurch expert on solar power, Enasolar general manager, Trevor Foster and pushed my scrap of paper and figures across the table.

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Manawatu homeowners off the grid after designing alternative solar energy system

A Feilding homeowner has not paid a power bill in six years after building his very own alternative solar energy system.

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The bar where men aren't allowed to approach women

For the ladies who are sick of being hassled at bars - there's a new bar in Australia where it's forbidden.

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Camilla kaftan warehouse sale ends in arrest for woman posing as security guard

A woman has been charged with shoplifting after she posed as a security guard while removing bags of clothing from a warehouse sale of the pricey and popular Sydney-based kaftan label Camilla.

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Gardening guru Lynda Hallinan's love-hate relationship with birds

OPINION: If you ask me, in the autumn orchard, a fake bird in the hand is without a doubt worth two in the bush.

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How to track down that gorgeous décor you saw online

OPINION: For anybody who enjoys gushing over other people's houses, the internet provides endless opportunities every day to see how other people live. Whether it's via Pinterest or Apartment Therapy, there's masses of inspiration out there. 

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What makes buyers fall in love with a house? A recent survey has the answers

Ask any new homeowner to describe what convinced them that this house was the one, and you'll hear one word come up over and over again: "love."

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Architect's own Mid-century Modern house up for grabs

What sort of homes were being built in New Zealand in 1954?

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Why is vinegar used in every home hack? Here are 35 uses for it

I like a good life hack, especially when it allows me to use stuff I already own instead of buying specialist products for the job.

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Beginner's guide to using bold colours and mixing prints

Using bold colours or mixing prints can feel a little daunting for the uninitiated.

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From a council house to historical wonderland

From the outside this ex-estate house in Essex, England, looks like any other standard English dwelling but behind its front doors lies an incredible home that takes guest on a trip through time and space. 

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Fabrics 101: Five textiles you need to know

Even if you paid attention in sewing class at school, there's a few fabrics whose existence may be a mystery.

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Robotic chef cooks the dinner: Is this the latest must-have kitchen accesory?

 

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African violets: growing tips from a passionate collector

Betty Enticott has had a lifelong love affair with a certain African beauty – and it shows no sign of stopping.

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Cement silo apartments in Raglan come back on the market

The couple who converted the Raglan cement silos into five waterfront apartments have relisted the property and are determined to sell.

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Mothers earn less than fathers, Statistics NZ says

Mothers earn 17 per cent less than fathers in New Zealand, or almost $5 an hour on average, Statistics NZ says.

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New music festival set for Wairarapa vines

Organisers of Wairarapa's newest music festival are hoping it won't descend into a mire of mud the way its English namesake usually does.

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Recipe: Rare beef salad with avocado & beetroot

This simple, flavour-packed rare beef salad from Cuisine's Ginny Grant is just the ticket for those long summer evenings. 

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Financial Markets Authority joins education-by-animation trend

The Financial Markets Authority is the latest government body to turn to animation to get its message across.

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It's a bad idea to make your customers angry: Cas Carter

OPINION: I am grateful to my bank. While on hold after calling its 0800 number I had breakfast, emptied the dishwasher, ironed a shirt, hung out the washing and weeded a patch of the garden.

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Films every lover of interior design should watch

The Academy Awards are finally upon us and in honour of Hollywood's night of nights, we've compiled a list of 10 must-watch films for every lover of interior design.

Simply press play and be inspired. 

THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL, 2014

Wes Anderson has famously created many visually appealing films and The Grand Budapest Hotel is no exception. From its extravagant Thirties-style hotel lobby, to the bold red elevator and every other set featured in the film, it's no wonder it picked up the award for Best Production Design at the Oscars in 2015. 

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Wellington's housing headache: Stats reveal city is 3590 homes short of what it needs

Wellington's inability to build houses quickly enough to keep pace with its population growth has left it 3590 dwellings short of what it needs.

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Tommy Hilfiger lists his psychedelic mansion for $38 million

American fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger has put his psychedelic, art-gallery inspired Florida mansion on the market for US$27.5 million (NZ$38 million). 

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Norman castle among picturesque ruins offered for sale at $2.5m

Here's a chance to be king or queen of your own castle.

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How customers who like sleeping in furniture stores sparked retail hotels

Fancy sleeping in a furniture store?

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Refurbished building could 'light up' quiet Queen St, in central Blenheim

A number of businesses have left a central Blenheim street, but a real estate agent is confident a refurbished building will give it a new lease of life.

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Calvin Klein sells his minimalist getaway in Miami Beach, Florida

Though it took nearly two years and it finally went for significantly under its original price tag of $22.5 million, fashion and style icon Calvin Klein has just sold his sophisticated Miami Beach getaway for $17.8 million.

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Feature walls to have and love

The term may bring to mind cringey 90s design shows (Changing Rooms anyone?) but in 2017 there's more to the feature wall than slapping on a bit of paint.

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Now showing: Oscar-worthy home theatres

If you're a film buff or a pop culture enthusiast, we've got a pretty good idea what you'll be getting up to this evening. You're looking forward to lounging on your super-comfy sofa in front of the big screen TV, critiquing and commenting on everything from the dresses to the acceptance speeches. It's Oscar night, after all.

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Tiny home: a look inside a house truck

If Hipsy Scott wants a different view from her window, she can drive somewhere new.

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'Flying House' near airport was built for a young pilot with his eye on the sky

When you live and breathe aviation, it's only natural to want a house that references your passion.

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IdealCup coffee couple want to make Motueka a disposable cup-free zone

Steph Fry is starting a revolution against "revolting" disposable coffee cups.

The Motueka businesswoman is determined to make the town, west of Nelson, the first in New Zealand to be dump disposable cups and replace them with reusable and 100 per cent recyclable containers.

Steph and her husband James Fry started a coffee roastery, Celcius Coffee, in Wellington 14 years ago. From the get-go, Fry said sustainability was part of their ethos.

"Being in this industry we felt that we had an obligation to try and minimise waste as much as possible. One of the biggest, most revolting elements of the coffee industry is the disposable takeaway cups."

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Meatstock NZ: learning how to judge NZ's best barbebcue

Tender, sweet, spicy, smokey, savoury, possibly a bit of a vinegary kick - that's what we're looking for in good barbecue: balance. 

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Real estate clients 'don't like flashiness', despite Ricky Cave comments

Real estate salespeople have to tread a fine line to make sure they do not come off as too flashy – but it should not be a struggle to earn six figures, one agency boss says.

Auckland agent Ricky Cave has made headlines for his argument that he would suffer "extreme hardship" if he could not drive his Aston Martin for six weeks.

He argued that it was part of his brand. He also earns $300,000 a year after tax and owns five properties.

Cave told the court that being without his Aston Martin was "a really bad look" in the eyes of high-end clients; it impacted his ability to work, and in turn earn the commissions that made up his income, he said.

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Icing on the cake

There is something a little magical about cake decorating.

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New York bodega adds 'Trump Sandwich' to its menu

US President Donald Trump has inspired a sandwich. And it's full of baloney.

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Bespoke jewellery company The Rolling Mill shines in Aro Valley

Tucked away on a busy Wellington street sits Nick Hensman's hidden gem.

He's not sure how old it is, but he knows it's special and unique.

It's called a rolling mill.

A rolling mill is a set of rollers used to flatten and shape precious metals, which are then handcrafted into bespoke pieces of jewellery.

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Rob Stock: E-bikes now better, leaner, faster

OPINION: Transport takes one of the biggest bites out of the household budget.

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Sudden leap in NZ credit scores, but we're no better with money

There's been a national improvement in New Zealanders' average credit score, but it is not because we have suddenly got better with money.

It i's because two of the four big banks have started feeding "positive" information to the big credit ratings agencies.

The banks are Westpac and ASB, and the impact on some people's credit scores, which go from zero to a maximum of 1000, has been dramatic.

One Westpac customer saw his credit score with credit rating agency Dun & Bradstreet, which lenders use to judge people's credit-worthiness, rise from a respectable 730 to over 900.

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Lynda Hallinan: Life was simpler when housewives were 'as thick as two planks'

Before MasterChef, there was Mrs P. Hunt.

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Living the high life: Look inside this Manhattan apartment on the 98th floor

New York designer Kelly Behun has created a show residence near the top of Rafael Viñoly's 432 Park Avenue tower, using a palette aimed to complement the sweeping Manhattan views and make visitors "feel grounded" 92 storeys up.

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'Pallet Pallace' named Shed of the Year

Murray Lehndorf of Inglewood, known by some locals as The Pallet Man, has transformed an old double garage into quite a work of art.

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Xanthe White talks to topiary buxus



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Garden hose Q&A: how to avoid kinks

Question: 

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Hedges for sound proofing

Question: 

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When to spray fruit trees in NZ to prevent codling moth, leaf curl, scale and more

Some fruit trees and berry plants thrive happily without a pest and disease prevention programme, whereas others struggle.

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Rose notes: what to do in March

It's hard work blooming all spring and summer so by March most roses are showing signs of disease. Give your roses some TLC now to keep them healthy.

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How to grow walnuts in New Zealand

If you want to provide for your children, the old saying goes, plant fruit trees; and if you want to provide for your grandchildren, plant nuts. 

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Butchart Gardens, Canada, shows off bold colourful plants

Restraint isn't a word you'd associate with  British Columbia's the Butchart Gardens, where  bursts of colour explode in every direction Restraint isn't a word you'd associate with  British Columbia's the Butchart Gardens, where  bursts of colour explode in every direction. 

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Melbourne: A haven for the hungry

I came, I saw, I ate. I mean, I ate a lot. Every day, I packed away the amount a whole family might eat in a week. Why wouldn't I? I was, after all, in Melbourne, a city blessed with beauty and brains but also, a very sizeable belly.

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Are rice crackers really healthy? We put three flavours to the test

While rice crackers are often promoted as a healthier alternative to regular crackers or crisps, many are high in fat, salt and artificial flavours while low in fibre – not ideal for munching freely. How then to choose? We set out to help by comparing 3 flavours from a leading brand for nutrition, cost and taste.

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Leah McFall: Can we talk about Chelsea Winter?

Can we talk about Chelsea Winter?

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Budget Buster: Eight tips for getting cheap rental cars

Want to squeeze in one last road trip for the summer but you're on a tight budget?

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Nigel Latta: Having self-control is essential to becoming wealthy

A few years ago the people who make Mars bars noticed a big spike in sales they couldn't explain.

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KiwiSaver creator Michael Cullen says it's time KiwiSaver fees fell

KiwiSaver founder Sir Michael Cullen says it's time for fees to drop.

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Social impact bonds will one day be in your KiwiSaver

The launch of the mental health social bond this week marked the birth of a new investment asset class in New Zealand which could one day appear in your KiwiSaver.

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The NZ Womens Entrepreneur network helps women start their own businesses from scratch

Seasoned entrepreneur Rachel Lewis is a strong believer that patience is power, but when she founded the New Zealand Women's Entrepreneur Network she did not have to wait long for membership requests to flood in. 

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Single mum battles with mental illness and starts booming make up business

A single mother in her 20s who suffers from a multitude of mental illnesses and spent time in a women's refuge, has taken advantage of social media and online learning to give her daughter a better life. 

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Room of the week: A home for the decades

Artist Badger Bloomfield lives in Dannevirke with wife Janice and dog Girl.

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At my place: Lifestyle blogger Simone Anderson

Health and lifestyle blogger Simone Anderson lives in a chic Mt Eden home with her partner Trent and a few flat mates. 

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Pineapple on pizza is a Canadian creation, Justin Trudeau says

Love it or hate it, pineapple on pizza is a combination created in Canada, according to the country's prime minister.

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Architects' own home is the skinny new house on the block

Young architects Gwendolyn Huisman and Marijn Boterman found a narrow slice of forgotten land between two Rotterdam apartment buildings and it got them thinking.

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Bless this mess: why we cling to our clutter

OPINION: People say it's difficult to get your grown-up children to leave home. I haven't found it so. What's difficult is to get their stuff to leave. At our place, there are boxes of it, pretty much everywhere.

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5 common mistakes to avoid when washing your sheets

You might think that your bed is the thing in your bedroom getting the most use, but, if you think about it, your sheets suffer more wear and tear than the bed itself. So it pays to take good care of your bed linens – and the best way to do that is by avoiding some of these simple, common mistakes when you're in the laundry.

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What are the world's most boring jobs?

Are you a lawyer, project manager or banker? If so, then congratulations, you have one of the most boring jobs out there. 

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Recipe: Jordan Rondel's dark chocolate macaroons with strawberry dust

Macaroons, not to be confused with macarons, are one of my favourite types of cookie. They consist mostly of coconut, aren't overly sweet and have a lovely crumbly texture. 

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Going in search of New Zealand's best scone in Wanaka

The battle for the best scone in New Zealand is not a topic I'm an expert in because, well, I haven't tried every scone in New Zealand.

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Wellington animal welfare activist leaves millions to SPCA

Margaret Doucas was an animal-mad five-year-old kid when she first walked through the doors of the Wellington SPCA to offer her services.

By the time she started school, the only daughter of a Greek immigrant family couldn't speak a word of English and found good company in the animals at the Newtown centre, for whom she developed an affinity and empathy that would last her lifetime. 

More than 60 years later, following her sudden death last year, Doucas has injected millions of dollars from her estate into the charity, making it debt free.

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Christchurch earthquake insurance wrangles endure, six years on

Insurance has dominated the post-earthquake landscape of Christchurch. Six years on from the ruinous February quake, thousands of claims remain unsettled. Is that acceptable? MICHAEL WRIGHT reports.

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Autumn is perfect for alfresco living with an outdoor fireplace

Summer has scarcely started and before you know it, it's officially Autumn. But not to worry, the weather can be a lot more settled in March, so there's still plenty of time to entertain outdoors.

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Garden tasks for this weekend

ORNAMENTALS

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Ido Drent: Building a new home - part three

Kiwi actor Ido Drent, best known for his role on Shortland Street, shares the journey as he and his wife Mandy build a new house in Auckland and wrangle a toddler and newborn baby.

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My favourite space: Dramatic red outdoor room

A dramatic downstairs deck is the latest chapter in the almost 20-year renovation of Loena Wilson McCormack's 1970s townhouse in Mission Bay, Auckland.

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Royal Bank of Scotland reports $12 billion loss in ninth-straight year without profit

Royal Bank of Scotland is reporting a sharp rise in losses as higher misconduct charges and restructuring costs underscored the challenges facing the lender nine years after it required the world's biggest bank bailout.

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Focus on the landscape to complete your home's 'exterior design'

Landscaping, even on a small scale, can make a real difference to your home. First of all, it adds value to the property. Think of "street appeal" in real estate speak, and you'll understand immediately.

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Selena Gomez lists Texas mansion for $4.1 million

"The Heart Wants What It Wants," and we're coveting Selena Gomez's stunning Texas mansion.

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Lumbar vs slumber: how to capture the perfect sleep

Your bed - possibly the most used and least appreciated piece of furniture in your entire house. That is, until you wake up one day with a crick in your neck. 

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Duct tape: Is there anything it can't do?

I'm willing to bet that a roll of duct tape can be found a tool box, drawer or shed of just about every home. It's arguably the most versatile home repair item out there, and I find it surprising that people don't chose it as their luxury item on shows like Survivor or Naked and Afraid. 

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World tour on a plate at Marlborough multicultural festival

Food is one thing everyone enjoys, regardless of nationality, race or religion.

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Kiwi beer industry to voluntarily feature nutrition labels

As of Friday, some New Zealand beer producers will voluntarily begin printing nutritional information panels on their labels.

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Amazing Spaces opens up a bach on sleds

Amazing Spaces presenter George Clarke is back in one of his favourite places in the world – the Coromandel Peninsula.

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Celebrity sale: Jerry Garcia's former home is on the market

As frontman for the Grateful Dead, guitarist Jerry Garcia was an icon of the Haight-Ashbury scene in the 1960s. Practically synonymous with the counter-culture movement in San Francisco, US, it's no surprise that he chose to make his home just an hour outside the city in Marin County.

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Alberton, one of Auckland's original homes, still full of activity

Auckland's Alberton house is home to many community events but its rich history is not widely known.

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Home decor accessories take their cues from the natural world

Nubbly rugs underfoot and smooth wooden objects to have and hold - there's a real trend toward bringing organic materials into our homes, particularly in the form of textiles and accessories. 

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The Growroom is Ikea's new DIY spherical garden for townies

Following on from the success of Ikea Lab's "Better Shelter" refugee housing, which won the Design of the Year Award, comes this novel garden solution.

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A gypsy wagon hideaway in Cornwall

Carved into a hill on the outskirts of the sleepy Cornwall village of Marhamchurch, lies a unique hideaway bursting with storybook charm. 

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Auckland entrepreneurs take out major startup prize for football app

Three young entrepreneurs are looking to make their mark on the football industry with an award winning app.

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Five of the best summer delicacies in Auckland

In a final salute to the summer, here are some of the season's choicest flavours to lick, swig and swallow in Auckland.

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Convicted fraudster John Fagan tried to broker property deal using fake name

A notorious criminal who once told Sir Paul Holmes on live radio he was an "armed maniac" used a fake name to push a high-profile property deal.

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Students learn how to farm, cook at Mangere Mountain

South Auckland youths are donning their chef hats and cooking up traditional Maori food crops at Mangere Mountain.

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What to say if you're unprepared for a meeting

You didn't get a calendar alert; you got one while you were distracted by something else; you planned to put together a presentation last night and instead fell asleep on the couch.

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Restaurant review: Local, Riccarton Bush, Christchurch

The cicadas were deafening, a never-ending high-pitched screech, and if the noise had been on someone's radio I'd be wild. But it’s funny how if bugs are making the racket, and you are outside sipping a wine, it sounds great.

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Restaurant Review: Crudo in St Andrews, Hamilton

Crudo is a new little eatery tucked into a cluster of suburban shops at Braid Rd, St Andrews. My sister-in-law Denise and I were there for a Friday meal and I'd been looking forward to it. It's been set up by hospitality couple Amy Hodgson and Charlie Duncan, who own the successful Cinnamon business in the same neighbourhood as Crudo.

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Restaurant review: Spruce Goose in Lyall Bay, Wellington

Ascending the stairs to find Maranui Cafe packed out as usual, nowadays we can all beat a retreat down to Spruce Goose at the opposite end of the beach.

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Art Deco beauty for sale in Hamilton sits high above the river

It's not often we get to see such a great example of an Art Deco house come onto the market. But this beauty, in Hamilton, ticks all the boxes.

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Easy tips on how to get to know your neighbours

Sure, you might know your neighbours by their barking dog, noisy parties or devil-may-care attitude to mowing their nature strip.

But how many of your neighbours are you on friendly terms with – if any? And would you invite any of them around for a backyard barbie?

In times gone past, introducing yourself to your neighbours might have been as natural as breathing. But Zarife Hardy, director of the Australian School of Etiquette, says in many cases that tradition that has faded away.

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Going up: The 'Dr Seuss House' in Alaska has topped out at 56 metres

The Alaskan wilderness conjures up images of dog sleds and grizzly bears, igloos and log cabins. And now, a whimsical 56-metre-tall tower of a home that looks like it's straight out of Who-ville. In fact, locals fondly refer to it as the "Dr. Seuss House".

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Design Space: Alex Walls' love of hand-painted pots

Every week we ask a Kiwi interiors expert to tell us what they're loving now and how to use it. This week Alex Walls from Alex & Corban gets crafty and creates a smart tribal-themed pot for an indoor plant.  

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Get your kitchen shining with these top-to-bottom, inside-out cleaning tips

It's the heart of the home and sure, your kitchen may get some attention when it comes to wiping down surfaces on the reg, but how often do you seriously clean out this common space? You'd be surprised (read: mortified) by what you'll find when you go deep.

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Ido Drent: We're building a home

Kiwi actor Ido Drent, best known for his role on Shortland Street, shares his journey as he and his wife Mandy build a new house in Auckland and wrangle a toddler and newborn baby.

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The top 10 design influencers to follow on Instagram

Scrolling through Instagram can be the perfect way to find inspiration and escape at the end of a long work day. From stylish interior designers to talented artists and stunning pieces of architecture, the social media platform has a bit of everything for design lovers.

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Garden guru Lynda Hallinan's top 9 flowers for picking

1. SCENTED SWEET PEAS

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Kiwi art collection could fetch millions

An important New Zealand art collection that could fetch $3-4 million is being sold by art collector Warwick Brown as he seeks a new direction after losing his wife Kitty last year.

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World's first rotating skyscraper coming

A unique rotating skyscraper planned in Dubai is set to give those inside a truly one of a kind view.

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Is your baby monitor, smart TV or refrigerator spying on you?

We are an increasingly connected world, but such technology can be expose us in ways we probably never dreamed of – literally.

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Oprah Winfrey's wellness guru designs apartments to make you happy

They say money can't buy happiness, but Oprah's "happiness guru" Deepak Chopra is about to change that with his latest project: designing "happy" apartments. 

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Glass House's dramatic view wows

This house is beyond oceanfront. It's pretty much in the ocean.

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Cathay Pacific release a beer brewed just for drinking in the air

Cathay Pacific has launched a hand-crafted bottled beer brewed to be drunk at 35,000 ft.

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Westland District Council employee under Serious Fraud Office investigation

The Serious Fraud Office is investigating a Westland District Council employee.

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Iceland's president wants to ban pineapple from pizza

Olives, anchovies, capers or mushrooms - there are plenty of pizza toppings that have people divided.

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More than half use tax refund services

More than half of Kiwis use an online tax refunds service each year.

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Recipe: Buddha feast from Le Xom, Christchurch

We help readers track down a dish from a restaurant or cafe. This week, Savannah Adams asks for the recipe for the Buddha feast from Le Xom in Sumner, Christchurch. 

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Cafe Chat: Wellington Wine & Food Festival promises 'bigger and better'

Wellington Wine & Food Festival comes to the capital on March 10-11, descending on the waterfront for a weekend of delicious drinks and delectable dishes.

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Cafe chat: Celebrity chef Josh Emett brings Madam Woo to Christchurch

The popular, highly-acclaimed restaurant Madam Woo has opened in Christchurch.

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How to manage the millennials at your workplace

Lisa Martin has given up on hiring graduates for her mobile bookkeeping and accountancy business, GoFi8ure, because she has found most of them leave after a year or two to head overseas.

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Life hacks: How to get glass shower door clean (and keep it that way)

Almost anyone who's ever been responsible for cleaning a house will have a specific chore that they loathe above all else; a task they find so arduous that they have to actively psych themselves up before they can get started.

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Southern teen sees opportunity in Invercargill, starts her own business

Sarah Sarfaiti had a decision to make: should she stay or should she go?

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Skinny house for sale in London is just 2.1m wide

When land is scarce and expensive, people will build wherever they can, even on a site that is just over 2m wide.

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Neat Places: Grab a bite late at night

Finding a little magic and mystery as the day turns to night, when hungry revellers will be looking for a place to fill up on fine fare in Christchurch, the following five are restaurants open late.

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Geoff Griggs: It's a brave new world for beer and cider fans

A fortnight ago I joined a panel of 19 brewers and industry experts in Wellington to judge the 2017 New World Beer & Cider Awards. Over two days we gathered at Westpac Stadium to work our way through 519 entries in 12 beer and cider categories.

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Recipes: Roasted chicken legs with 40 cloves of garlic, garlic puree, and garlic soup

Last June, I followed gardening tradition and planted 24 cloves of garlic on the shortest day.

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Review: Foxglove Bar & Kitchen, Wellington

A taste of… Foxglove Bar & Kitchen, 33 Queens Wharf.

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Review: Mega Cafe, Hamilton

​We had heard... Mega Cafe is a popular destination with DIYers and weekend warriors keen for a place to sit down and plan their next backyard project.

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Review: XCHC cafe, Christchurch

A taste of… XCHC cafe, 376 Wilsons Rd, Waltham, Christchurch.

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Amanda Ratuki shares her favourite things about the Waikato

When Amanda Ratuki was little her grandparents would come to Hamilton, pick up her and her brother, and head for their Raglan farm.

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Recipes: Brown rice salad, and edamame bean salad

I love healthy, tasty salads for lunch (and dinner for that matter), and these two have such fantastic flavour and texture combinations.

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Recipe: Nadia's Simple Smoothies

Smoothies are a great way to start the day as well as up your fruit and vege intake. They'll also give you a good boost of vitamins and minerals in something that's easy to drink, refreshing and delicious.

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Mortgage rationing bites, brokers say

Smaller, New Zealand-owned lenders are the go-to options for Kiwi homebuyers as the big four trading banks become increasingly picky, say mortgage brokers.

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6 surprising tips to save time in the kitchen

There are some things in life that, smart as we are, humans just don't quite get right. And that's not to say that

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Land dispute continues as $630m Kapiti expressway set to open

As the first section of the Kapiti expressway opens, a businessman is headed to court over land he says the government bought for a steal for the $630 million project.

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The best futuristic bedrooms from Instagram

As much as we love looking at incredible master bedrooms inside heritage homes of years gone by, our innate curiosity has us wondering about what our bedrooms of the future will look like.

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Country mansion which has been off the market for 135 years up for sale

An imposing Hawke's Bay country mansion is finally up for for sale, 135 years after it was built. 

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Warren Buffett puts Laguna Beach property on the market for $15.3m

Warren Buffett, one of the three richest men in the world, didn't get where he is today by making a bad investment.

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Tongmin's buns are too hot for the competition



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NZ Super Fund chairwoman will not resign over boss Adrian Orr's pay rise despite Bill English anger

The chairwoman who signed off a 36 per cent salary increase for NZ Super Fund boss Adrian Orr says she will not offer to resign, despite Prime Minister Bill English suggesting heads should roll over the decision.

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Cobb & Co restaurant set to open in Porirua, a project backed by former mayor Nick Leggett

Porirua got New Zealand's first McDonald's and it is now in line to get the Wellington region's first re-vamped Cobb & Co.

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Wife writes genius letter after husband's complaint about his packed lunch

It's a challenge that in many marriages, might prompt some serious silent treatment, but one very lucky husband only inspired hilarious creativity in his wife when he complained about the lunch she had packed for him.

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5 tips to help you perfectly organise your freezer

Freezers can be an incredible tool when it comes to saving time in the kitchen, avoiding food waste, and saving valuable dollars.

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Credit card panic starts at A$4113 across the ditch

Australians need 4113 reasons to start worrying about credit card debt.

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Seven ways being single helps your success - if you're a woman

Watch just about any romantic comedy or talk to your haughtiest married friends and you'll see that single life is wrapped in stigma.

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Staff pose biggest cyber threat to New Zealand businesses

New Zealand businesses need to realise the most likely source of a cyber attack is their own staff, or a third-party contractor.

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Decorating for a better night's sleep

As much as we all strive to create a beautifully decorated room, it's even more important to design a space that contributes to you getting a good night's sleep.

"Don't neglect your bedroom just because it is not a room seen by everyone," said interior designer Bridget Foley.

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Amazing Spaces' George Clarke is back on the road meeting Kiwis

It seems Amazing Spaces presenter George Clarke can't get enough of New Zealand.

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Kapuka cafe retains link to mining history

Life became busier for Barry and Maree Keen when they swapped their home for a cafe, with gardens and a camping ground.

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Abandoned stone farm cottages get an amazing modern makeover

Refurbishing barns is never for the fainthearted. And it's fair to say renovating a collection of centuries-old, abandoned stone cottages also has its challenges.

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Proper Crisps prospering with hands-on passion

Nelson business Proper Crisps are shaking up the big players in the snack food industry by making just that – proper crisps.

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'Star Trek' house for sale by former Penthouse owner is a Trekkie's dream

When you're a dedicated Trekkie and you have plenty of money, this is how you spend it.

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Win Yates lawn products

March is the ideal time to show your lawn some love. Yates Weed 'n' Feed now comes in a concentrate format for smaller areas that a garden hose can't reach, and over-sowing with Mow it Less grass seed is a convenient way to rejuvenate your lawn. 

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Wine expert accused of $320,000 vino heist

Australian wine expert Lak Quach was renowned in the hospitality industry for his "exceptional palate" and vast knowledge, having quaffed some of the world's rarest vintages, including a 1945 Cos d'Estournel and an 1893 Chateau Guiraud.

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Living wage rises, amid call to do away with minimum

A leading budget adviser says New Zealand should scrap the minimum wage because it encourages employers to pay staff less than they are worth.

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House of the week: Tiny Auckland bungalow for a family

When architect Jon Smith saw the tiny 1930s bungalow his parents were planning to buy, painted in "hard-core mint green with an orange roof", he could see the future.

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Garden of the week: Canterbury classic English garden

The first thing Kevan and Rachel Macpherson did after buying a 4ha block of land in North Canterbury was build a pair of impressive pillars at the entrance. For a while they stood strangely alone, bar a bird bath and small caravan sitting in the middle of a paddock of lucerne.

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What's hot in feature lights right now

If you're searching for a simple way to transform a room then look no further than feature lighting.

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DIY: Create your own hallway hanging rack

WE CREATED

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The Edris House is a Palms Springs landmark, and it's for sale

The Edris House, one of Palm Springs' beloved mid-century modern homes, is on the market for the first time in 17 years.

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Design Space: Framed photos add instant impact says blogger Amy Tennent

Every week we ask a Kiwi interior expert to tell us what they're loving now and how to use it. This week Milo & Mitzy blogger Amy Tennent talks about her love of large framed photographs. 

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Sandra Bullock's vacation home can be yours for $2000 per night

If you're a fan of Gone With The Wind or perhaps the Netflix series Bloodline, we've got the vacation house for you.

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Kitchen ideas for every style

The best new ideas to enhance the heart of every house - the kitchen.

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95-year-old WWII veteran a victim of an alleged scam involving his RAF pension

A tale of Lancaster bombers, Bitcoins, computer hacking, and "a load of codswallop" has played out in a Hastings District Courtroom.

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Westpac argued contract allows it to release customer data

Westpac's claim that its terms and conditions allowed it to release client data to police without a warrant has been rejected by the Privacy Commissioner.

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Recipe: Waffles with grilled peaches and honey cream

Warm, orange-scented waffles topped with caramelised peaches and sweetened cream make a delicious brunch dish.

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Recipe: Jerk chicken skewers

Aromatic, smoky, sweet and spicy, jerk chicken is a Jamaican barbecue tradition. Serve these finger-licking skewers with pieces of fresh mango, black beans, a scattering of spring onions, fresh coriander and lime wedges for squeezing.

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Recipe: Hungarian langos

This deep-fried flatbread, sometimes called Hungarian pizza, is Hungary's most beloved treat, often served smeared with garlic-infused oil or butter, sour cream, grated gruyère and a good sprinkling of salt. Another delicious topping (pictured) is pesto, feta, sliced tomatoes, a sprinkling of toasted pine nuts, salt and pepper. 

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Recipe: Korean barbecue beef sliders

Gochujang is a spicy red chilli paste. A key ingredient in Korean cooking, it is readily available from Asian food stores and keeps for ages in the fridge. It's great for adding punch to sauces, soups and stews – and these taste-sensation mini burgers. 

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Recipe: Prawn pad thai

This favourite noodle stir-fry dish from Thailand comes together quickly once you have the ingredients organised. Sriracha chilli sauce (named after the city of Si Racha) is available from Asian food stores. 

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Recipe: Pork banh mi tacos

A Vietnamese and Mexican amalgamation of glorious complexity, these tacos are lip-smackingly tasty. 

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Borrowers give up floating mortgages

When first-home buyer Pippa Jefferies took out a mortgage recently, she decided to fix the bulk of it.

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Recipe: Baked vanilla custard with blueberry compote

Both the custard and compote can be prepared ahead, refrigerated and brought up to room temperature before serving.    

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Kiwibank profits down, hit by funding pressure and earthquake costs

Kiwibank says its margins have come under pressure, with profits falling despite strong growth in lending.

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Restaurant in Italy offers discounts to patrons with well-behaved children

A restaurant owner in Italy fed-up with unruly children has come up with a creative idea to help curb bad behaviour - he's giving patrons with well-behaved kids a five per cent discount on their bill.

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House of the week: Hawkes Bay sleepy seaside home

Amid layers of goat manure in a Hawke's Bay garden, a buried contact lens commemorates Tina Symmans' first visit to the property. Tina had taken a friend to view the two-bedroom cottage she wanted to buy, hoping for moral support and a sensible second opinion. Unfortunately, the building's eye-watering state left her friend helpless with laughter, weeping fat tears of amusement that washed her contact lens away.

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House of the week: Sir Ian Athfield Wellington house

Penny Foggo and Johnny Newman wake up each morning to a perfect view. "This place is so close to the mountain bike tracks. We see our favourite, Serendipity, from our house," says Penny. "It's just awesome."

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House of the week: Mt Maunganui homeowners love a challenge

Wood finishes and homely touches have crept back into Dave Macfarlane's life, following a lengthy affair with stark minimalism. For about 16 years, the property developer has sought white walls and empty surfaces in each of the 10 or so Mt Maunganui homes he's shared with wife Jodie Tipping. No bookcases. Ditch the decorative cushions and anything resembling clutter. Definitely no ornaments on display.  

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House of the week: Wanaka home made of straw

Compulsive collector Leslee Ross is not known for her restraint when it comes to home decorating or house purchase decisions.

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Storage solutions for couples who are short on space

There's a verse by poet Kahlil Gibran that's often heard at weddings, and part of it goes "Let there be spaces in your togetherness". If you're a co-habitating couple it's a maxim worth keeping in mind.

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Terracotta walls: Colours to pair with

Pair modern colours like blush, mustard and navy with the warm and earthy tone that never goes out of style.

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Open shelving: All you need to know

Country kitchens have traditionally been big on open shelving, and they're a striking feature of many sharp industrial kitchens too. But it's a look that's worth considering even in a slick modern kitchen. Having everything on show is not for everyone – perhaps shelve this idea if you're messy or dread polishing the family silver. 

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Pink interiors: How to use pink like an adult

The reinvention wheel continues to spin and it looks as if its next stop could be pink. But Barbie, stay seated, because this time around we're all about doing pink like an adult. How do you take it from pretty and innocent to sophisticated and sexy?

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Lynda Hallinan: how to grow leeks

Leeks used to be a big source of frustration for me. Every year I'd sow the seeds, painstakingly transplant all those blade-of-grass-thick seedlings, thin dutifully and wait patiently... but for what? If I was lucky, I'd end up with clumps of what looked like chubby spring onions, but they never grew stalks thicker than an inch.

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Garden of the week: Queenstown garden's award-winning landscape

The story of Robyn and Peter Ireland's property near Queenstown is one of transformation of land and lives. Just as this couple ended nearly 40 years of corporate life in Australia with an abrupt change of lifestyle, the 3.5ha of scrubland overlooking the Shotover River would be crafted into an award-winning landscape.

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Small cafe shoots to fame after Michelin star mix-up

A small-town eatery in France that usually serves tradesmen has been inundated with diners after being accidentally awarded a Michelin star.

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Rob Stock: Welcoming back the children.

OPINION: Adult children moving back in with their folks used to be looked down on.

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Housing confidence survey shows buyers slowly more optimistic

Hayley Ludgate says now is a good time to buy a property – provided you do not extend yourself.

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Room of the week: A light-filled inner city apartment

Charlotte Rust, costume stylist and buyer for film and television, and Tony Downing, owner of vintage homeware store Helter Skelter, live in Newton, Auckland, with Bengal cat Izzy.

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At my place: Former All Black Andy Ellis

Former All Black and new member of TVNZ's Seven Sharp team Andy Ellis lives in a traditional but contemporary home in Papanui, Christchurch with his wife, Emma Bainbridge, and their two children. 

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Want to save thousands? Give up shop-bought toiletries

Ditching all cosmetics and beauty products has saved one New Zealand woman thousands of dollars – and she says if other people realised how easy it was to make your own, they would probably do the same.

Lucy AitkenRead gave up shampoo five years ago as part of a quest to save money when she and her husband first had children. She wrote a book about the experience, which became popular around the world.

Now, she has been a year without any commercial beauty products, including things such as shower gell, toothpaste, sunscreen and deodorant.

Her new book, Freedom Face, offers a how-to guide to help others who want to do the same.  

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Get ready to grill all year round

Cooking and entertaining outdoors has come a long way, and it's no longer limited to the summer months. Modern outdoor living areas are an extension of the indoor living area, rather than a separate space, and we're increasingly inclined to use them for as long as we can throughout the year.

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Mission Bay tops Auckland's Top 20 property spots

Mission Bay has been named the top Auckland suburb for house price growth last year.

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Garden tasks for this weekend



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Kitchen design - what's cooking for 2017?

Kitchens are just as susceptible to design trends as any other aspect of our home interiors, but this doesn't mean they all look alike.

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My favourite space: Small Auckland living room just the right size

The first time Nicola Pike visited what is now her small but seriously chic apartment in Ponsonby, Auckland, she walked right back out again.

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John Saker: A new era of Kiwi pinot noir

A few weeks ago, a year after I first encountered the Landsdowne Claret 1903, we crossed paths again. Ed Beetham generously delved into his family's historic wine cache for a group of mainly overseas wine media. Like the bottle opened a year ago, this one did not disappoint. These pre-Great War Kiwi reds are holding on stubbornly, giving us all a faded but fascinating taste of the work of the Wairarapa's first winemakers, William Beetham and his French wife Hermance. 

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Recipe: Jordan Rondel's nectarine and coconut cake

For me, the invigorating flavour of nectarines opens up the taste buds like few other things can. Combine the fruit with the satisfying texture of coconut in a cake and you've got a treat that delivers comfort, but also remains light and summery. 

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Volkswagen launches new dealership in Invercargill

Invercargill's first European car dealership had its launch on Friday night, with Volkswagen opening its doors to the public. 

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Wanaka 'mumpreneur'' Belinda Smalls takes leap of faith

Wanaka registered nurse Belinda Smalls has taken a leap of faith and resigned her practice role to work full time in her fledgling parenting consultancy, All Things Baby.

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Plate of Origin returns for second serving

Manawatu chefs are once again firing up their stoves for Plate of Origin.

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SUVs lead the pack on solid vehicle and retail sales

The Kiwi love of new cars, particularly SUVs, has become a big driver behind solid retail sales figures.

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Recipe: Pork satay with peanut sauce

Chunks of marinated meat make delicious eating threaded onto bamboo skewers, grilled until charred then served with a sweet and spicy, peanutty dipping sauce. Using double skewers stops the meat from sliding around on the sticks.

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Recipe: Tropical banana cake with salted peanut caramel sauce

Should there be any leftovers of this cake, they will keep for a few days in the fridge. 

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Lucy Walter volunteers to organise the party of the year, every year

Behind each successful Marlborough Wine and Food Festival is a very dedicated team of volunteers who work hard all year to create another seamless event. At the helm of the Marlborough Wine and Food Festival Committee is Lucy Walter, who has been volunteering on the committee for more years than she can remember.

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Not all processed foods are bad for you. How they're made matters

Ah, processed foods. The term has become a sweeping generalisation for anything that comes in a bag or a box.

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Recipe: Sam Mannering's red onion, rosemary and feta tarte Tatin

I'm a great believer in laughing off kitchen disasters. I can't stand it when people tell me about the time they screwed up gnocchi or profiteroles or something and that they're just the worst cooks ever and won't ever try again. Nobody is born with an innate sense of culinary ability. We all have to start somewhere. 

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The many sleepless nights of a gherkin chaser

I can't sleep and it's because of my gherkins.

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Unhealthy food websites targeting children - study

Food websites are targeting children by luring them in with games, free stuff and children's sections, a study has found.

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We're about to suffer a worldwide olive oil shortage

It might be the saddest quote you read today: "Olive oil is becoming a luxury."

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Waikato house made of 12 containers

David Wade knew what he wanted, he just needed to find someone game enough to build it.

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The only things you need to clean when you have guests coming over

It's Friday night and after a manic working week and it dawns on you that you invited friends over for drinks and they'll be here soon.

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How to clean your front-loading washing machine

Washing machines are self-cleaning, right? Wrong, especially if you've got a front loader.

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The most dangerous decor items in your home

Any parent, guardian, friend or family member knows how important it is to keep children safe in their homes and just how easy it is for potential dangers to go unnoticed.

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Historic Astor Suite at the Plaza Hotel is on the market for $57 million

An historically significant apartment in New York's opulent Plaza Hotel has just been put on the market for US$39.5 million (NZ$57 million).

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