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Design Line: Colours transform our interior

A couple of weeks ago, I had call from the Floral Art Group in Wanganui to see if I would like to be the guest speaker at its monthly meeting.

Staying mentally healthy after high school

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Helping youth break through

Rotorua-based dance group Breakthrew are helping youngsters explore a fusion of different dance styles as they officially launch their free dance academy.

Enjoy one of Marie Antoinette's favourites

Canadian pianist Diedre Irons is coming to Rotorua to bring to life the works of a famous 19th century composer.

The primary years

Recipe: Braised banana shallots & leeks with a red wine vinegar glaze

Landscaping: Leading you down the garden path

It's a long time since I've had to deal with slopes, although coming from Dunedin, I developed a healthy dislike of steep sections early on.

Jan Bilton: Know which lily to use in your meal

Local govt in strong financial position

Recipe: Masala scrambled eggs

Assessments: Transportability of NCEA overseas

New Zealand's education system is world-leading, as recognised by the OECD's Programme for International Student Assessment rankings.

NCEA vs other systems: the downside of picking sides

The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) was phased in from 2002 to 2004, leaving School C, Bursary, and the somewhat bizarre Sixth Form Cert in the past.