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From quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live in

From quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live in

No traffic jams, cheaper housing, good food - what's not to like?

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TikTok’s mental health ‘rabbit hole’? It’s not in your head

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How to sleep better while travelling

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26 Dec 05:00 AM

Andrew spends Christmas away from royal family

Andrew spends Christmas away from royal family

25 Dec 06:06 PM

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25 Dec 05:00 PM

Watch: Princess of Wales, Charlotte play piano together for carol concert

Watch: Princess of Wales, Charlotte play piano together for carol concert

24 Dec 08:45 PM

Gravy fails to family feuds: How to get through Christmas Day in one piece

Gravy fails to family feuds: How to get through Christmas Day in one piece

24 Dec 08:00 PM

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Six classic family Christmas fights (and expert advice on how to avoid them)

Six classic family Christmas fights (and expert advice on how to avoid them)

24 Dec 06:00 PM

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King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech

King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech

King Charles calls for more compassion in Christmas speech. Video / AFP

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25 Dec 07:59 PM

Andrew spends Christmas away from royal family

Andrew spends Christmas away from royal family

The former prince's daughters attended a service with King Charles.

25 Dec 06:06 PM

How King Charles quietly thanks his staff at Christmas

How King Charles quietly thanks his staff at Christmas

Staff received monogrammed gifts, puddings and hand-signed cards from the King.

25 Dec 02:16 AM

Watch: Princess of Wales, Charlotte play piano together for carol concert

Watch: Princess of Wales, Charlotte play piano together for carol concert

The pair play Erland Cooper's 'Holm Sound', written in the Covid pandemic.

24 Dec 08:45 PM

New Epstein files shed more light on his ties to Prince Andrew

New Epstein files shed more light on his ties to Prince Andrew

US files show Andrew was sought over both Epstein and Peter Nygard probes.

23 Dec 07:01 PM

Andrew took Ghislaine Maxwell to Royal family’s inner sanctum, Epstein files reveal

Andrew took Ghislaine Maxwell to Royal family’s inner sanctum, Epstein files reveal

Former prince seen lying across five women in photo taken in Sandringham saloon room.

20 Dec 06:39 PM

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Six classic family Christmas fights (and expert advice on how to avoid them)

Six classic family Christmas fights (and expert advice on how to avoid them)

Telegraph: Does your inner child emerge at every family Christmas? You're not alone.

24 Dec 06:00 PM

Hide the pickle and dancing for cash: The Christmas traditions Kiwis love

Hide the pickle and dancing for cash: The Christmas traditions Kiwis love

24 Dec 06:59 AM

Surviving Christmas: Psychologist’s guide to navigating (and enjoying) time with your family

Surviving Christmas: Psychologist’s guide to navigating (and enjoying) time with your family

23 Dec 06:00 PM

Twice lost, twice found: Kiwi traveller's last-ditch effort to save wife's engagement ring diamond

Twice lost, twice found: Kiwi traveller's last-ditch effort to save wife's engagement ring diamond

21 Dec 05:30 AM

'Perfect day': MP marries long-time partner in surprise home wedding

'Perfect day': MP marries long-time partner in surprise home wedding

16 Dec 02:10 AM

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Lost your libido in December? Don’t worry, you’re about to make up for it

Lost your libido in December? Don’t worry, you’re about to make up for it

15 Dec 06:00 PM

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I missed the signs of my partner’s affair when they were right under my nose

I missed the signs of my partner’s affair when they were right under my nose

15 Dec 05:00 PM

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Are certain ingredients 'bad' for skin? One formulation expert debunks four common skincare myths

Are certain ingredients 'bad' for skin? One formulation expert debunks four common skincare myths

Can sensitive skin types use acids? Are there 'bad' ingredients? An expert weighs in.

26 Dec 06:00 PM

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Does Auckland need another Italian restaurant? Mimi Gilmour Buckley thinks so

Does Auckland need another Italian restaurant? Mimi Gilmour Buckley thinks so

Why the Burger Burger queen is banking on spaghetti and a disco ball.

26 Dec 07:00 AM

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16 beauty editor-approved products to stash in your beach bag this summer

16 beauty editor-approved products to stash in your beach bag this summer

Ashleigh Cometti's recommendations for your beach bag for summer getaways and pool days.

25 Dec 11:00 PM

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'Relaxed, grounded feel': Designer Dominique Healy on what makes NZ fashion uniquely ours

'Relaxed, grounded feel': Designer Dominique Healy on what makes NZ fashion uniquely ours

Healy leans into easy, adaptable resort pieces that mirror NZ’s coastal pace.

24 Dec 01:00 AM

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'Never leave the house without lipstick': 21 beauty lessons to live by

'Never leave the house without lipstick': 21 beauty lessons to live by

Nine tastemakers share the daily rituals they use to stay calm and connected.

23 Dec 06:00 AM

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Jesse Mulligan: The 10 best things I ate from a year of reviewing Auckland restaurants

Jesse Mulligan: The 10 best things I ate from a year of reviewing Auckland restaurants

These dishes span fine dining, neighbourhood gems and clever seasonal eats.

22 Dec 04:31 AM

Food & Drink

Clever leftovers: Northland chefs turn Christmas feasts into next-day treats

Clever leftovers: Northland chefs turn Christmas feasts into next-day treats

25 Dec 10:15 PM

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'Biggest and best': Rodd & Gunn CEO on new $10m+ Melbourne store

'Biggest and best': Rodd & Gunn CEO on new $10m+ Melbourne store

24 Dec 04:00 PM

'You are legends': Community donations fill Tauranga foodbank shelves

'You are legends': Community donations fill Tauranga foodbank shelves

23 Dec 05:00 PM

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