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On The Shelf – Aug/Sept 2023

Book reviewers Belinda O’Keefe, Norma Geddes and Lucinda Diack have been busy reading up a storm. Here are their top picks of the moment. Which is your favourite? Reviews by Belinda O'Keefe, Norma Geddes & Lucinda Diack

Only One Way From Here

Are we at the bottom of the market? Nathan Miglani, Managing Director and Head of Lending at NZ Mortgages ponders the question at the forefront of many minds.

A Better Way – Managing Painful Periods

Shining the spotlight on heavy and painful periods, gynaecologist Dr Angela Beard wants to empower women of all ages, but especially our young wāhine to know that ‘suffering through’ isn’t the answer.

Beware of the Sound Bites

As we approach the election, sound bites and pithy one-liners are constantly capturing media attention, ramping up debate and attracting click bait. It is the time for all of those interested in education to beware. Dr Cheryl Doig explains..

Rewilding — or letting nature take care of itself — is a progressive approach to conservation.

Luxury sparkles in the clear Central Otago air

A series of new bespoke multi-storey homes have opened at its Nelson coastal view village

Are We Nearly There Yet?

The Reserve Bank’s view is that inflation is still ‘too high and persistent’, but how much longer will the interest rate hikes continue? Nathan Miglani, Managing Director and Head of Lending at NZ Mortgages , discusses what lies ahead for the housing market.

Selling Your House in Winter

Winter blues? Maybe not! There are certain market advantages to selling in winter, Real Estate agent and local property expert Keith MacDonald explains.

How-to Upcycle a Bedside Table into a Cat Bed

Upcycling furniture is a great way to flex your creativity and salvage a piece of furniture from landfill. Using Resene paints, wallpaper and a few tools, Penny Newton from Crafty Girl Life Hacks has created a comfy bed out of a set of unloved drawers that your moggy will love!

What is Your Nutrition Regime?

Who taught you how to eat and drink? And how do you decide now what to consume? Mostly importantly, why does it matter? Registered Nutritionist Stephanie Polson from upstatuss.com shares some informative advice when it comes to understanding what and how we eat.

Is Learning Still a Human Endeavour?

The conversations about artificial intelligence have accelerated recently, especially since ChatGPT came on the scene. Dr Cheryl Doig explains what it means in an educational setting.

A committed group of walkers, clocking up an average of 3.3 kilometres a day, are noting the health benefits.

The beauty of going off-grid is no more power bills, but there are ways to save on the setup too.

The man often referred to as the godfather of Central Otago wine is still chasing the perfect pinot well into his 80s.

Welcome to the brave new world of perpetual pandemics.

A Tītahi Bay start-up is bringing sustainable toothpaste to the masses, cancelling out plastic tubes in the process.

Tiny forest plantings are gaining international momentum and being promoted by one of the country’s most enduring eco-warriors.

Crafting comes before housework in the dictionary, says this committed crafter

This easy DIY bunting brightens up any room. It's fit for any King's coronation celebrations you may have coming up.

Antonia and Mike Radon farm pāua, sheep and cattle, grow pearls, host visitors and sell jewellery to tourists in Whekenui Bay, Marlborough Sounds.

Ready yourself for cosy winter evenings with this handy step-by-step guide

A good fire can be clean, if you get a few fundamentals right.

This fatigue is more than the sort we experience at the end of a demanding week.

Refashion three pre-loved T-shirts into shirt dress with this handy tutorial.

Guy Hilson can blame it on The Saint. The stylish and charming television character drove a sporty Volvo, so why shouldn't Guy?

A calculated guess by a doctor nearly two centuries ago continues to influence the world today.

Meet our School Leaders 2023

Our annual education special once again is designed to bring you a unique insight into those leading some of our most prestigious schools and the visions they have for their school community in the year ahead.

Predicting the Future in a Changing World

If there’s one thing we’ve learned in recent years, it’s that you never know what’s around the corner – the latest example being the weather events in the North Island. Nathan Miglani, Managing Director and Head of Lending at NZ Mortgages , discusses what lies ahead for the housing market.

Are You Pricing Your House Right?

Real Estate agent and local property expert Keith MacDonald shares an insight into the pricing process to ensure we are getting it right.

Nourished by Nature – Ocean and Green

Ocean & Green founder Daneen Morgan educates us on the natural benefits of marine nutrition, helping us to optimise our health, vitality and radiance.

Kid’s Reading Corner Apr/May

Sara Shand from Emma's at Oxford is in the hot seat - sharing her top picks for kids’ and young adult titles. Happy reading!

What’s Hot – Trends with Resene

Resene Canterbury Design Advocate Brooke Calvert guides us through the must-have hues for the year ahead.