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James Griffin: Prep for the holiday season

In the shopping malls of this proud little consumer nation, the Christmas decorations have been up since October.

Why I'm finally showing my age

For decades Suzanne McFadden has dyed her hair to keep away the grey. But enough is enough. Here, she describes the fear — and the relief — of finally showing her age.

Brunch: Crave Cafe, Sandringham

Wine: Beautifully made wines

Real Groovy: For the record

In 2008 Auckland’s most famous record store almost closed its doors, its owners broke and broken. But six years on the story couldn’t be more different.

Review: Andiamo, Herne Bay

Standards are kept high at Andiamo, a constant that ensures regulars stay faithful.

Book extract: Feels like home

In an extract from a new book of photographs by Andris Apse, which pays tribute to the South Island, former All Black captain Anton Oliver tells how the Central Otago landscape reduced him to tears.

Fashion: High octane glamour

Get ready for high-octane glamour this season.

When your child leaves the nest

There is no pain like watching your first-born leave home, but eventually every mum has to learn to let go, says Allison Pearson.

Review: Barilla Dumpling, Balmoral

Theatre's blind date project

Fashion: Sass appeal

Bad taste is good taste when it comes to dressing ladylike separates with a kick.

Why Shark Man won't surf alone

Brunch: Henri Cafe, Devonport

Jessica Chastain: Zero to hero

Books: Punk rides again

Comic book artist Ant Sang talks to David Larsen about his ‘transformational journey’