OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Are you confused about food?In short, eating is a moral, political and ethical minefield, writes Shelley Bridgeman.22 Oct 10:40 PM
OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: Are we coming of age too late?If what might've happened at seventeen 50 years ago is now happening in our mid-twenties, are we a generation of late bloomers, or even non-bloomers?22 Oct 12:00 AM
OpinionBlog: Let's ditch 'kids' food'We need to ask the questions: Should children be eating the same as adults? And, if so, should we take kids' food off the shelves?19 Oct 09:20 PM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Bring back gentleman's clubsAfter visiting clubs and speaking to members, Shelley Bridgeman wonders why any women would want to spend their leisure time in such a testosterone-rich environment.15 Oct 10:25 PM
OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: What are the rules of gay engagement?Gay engagement shouldn't be any different than straight engagement (after all, that was the point of marriage equality), but it is, writes newly engaged Lee Suckling.14 Oct 10:15 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: What to do when dogs attackSally Hibbard spoke to a leading dog trainer and behavior expert who made it very clear that there is no definitive way to stop an attack, but offers these tips.13 Oct 08:55 PM
OpinionDave Shaw: The best way to eat for your brainWith high school and university exams fast approaching, it’s important not to forget about what keeps your brain firing. Dave Shaw shares his smart eating tips.13 Oct 02:00 AM
OpinionJill Goldson: Five ways to foster empathyReader question: My partner is self-centered and can often be cold and uncaring. Is there any hope for our future when this is going on?09 Oct 11:00 PM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Lorde - Australasian? Back the truck up"In response to the shameful abuse of the word “Australasian” to bolster the images of our trans-Tasman cousins..." Shelley Bridgeman writes.08 Oct 10:30 PM
OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: Five lies we tell to get our wayIf the intention is good, are they still "white" lies? You be the judge, for there are several lies, white and not-so-white, that many of us tell to get our way.08 Oct 12:15 AM
OpinionDave Shaw: Hot bodies aren't always healthySome slender people are essentially an illusion of good health. They're a ticking time bomb for a health scare. Here's why.05 Oct 09:20 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: 10 ways to keep pets cool this summerIf spending hot summer days in a fur coat doesn't appeal, then spare a thought for the cats, dogs and other furry creatures that don't have any option as temperatures rise.30 Sep 02:30 AM
OpinionDave Shaw: Are carbs really evil?Most nutrition debate these days is fuelled by carbs – or lack of. Our fear of fat has faded and now we’re in a state of carbo-phobia, writes Dave Shaw.28 Sep 10:30 PM
OpinionJill Goldson: Low self-esteem can ruin relationshipsSo we do know that low self-esteem is going to be problematic for healthy relationships - but what to do about it?26 Sep 12:35 AM
OpinionShelley Bridgeman: Prince Charles drops a baby clangerUnfortunately, it seems Prince Charles is not familiar with the unwritten codes of behaviour when awaiting a new arrival in the family, writes Shelley Bridegman.24 Sep 10:20 PM
OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: Five young guns killing it in fashionYou may have never heard of them, but it won't be long before their efforts are making an impression on you, too.23 Sep 10:10 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: The serious business of smugglingStories about lizards hidden in underpants and monkeys strapped to midriffs may cause some amusement, but is a much more serious issue.23 Sep 01:55 AM
OpinionDelaney MesDelaney Mes: 'I'm sick of people feeling guilty about food'If it's part of a balanced diet, and a generally healthy existence, then shouldn't we enjoy it? Food is so much more than just fuelling our bodies, writes Delaney Mes.22 Sep 11:55 PM
OpinionDave Shaw: Don't be a mindless meateaterMeat eating is a complicated business - although the beef medallions and chicken breasts perfectly packaged in the supermarket may not reflect that.21 Sep 09:27 PM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: I hate bucket listsThe problem with most bucket lists is that the items on them tend to be irredeemably shallow and pointless - such as streaking during a rugby game, writes Shelley Bridgeman.17 Sep 11:35 PM
OpinionDave Shaw: Top health tips for guysChaps, don't cave to obesity, diabetes and prostate cancer. Make better decisions, starting now.15 Sep 12:45 AM
OpinionJill Goldson: Will the election ruin your relationship?How much does it matter if one of you harks from a liberal left position, and the other from the far right?12 Sep 12:15 AM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Do you give to beggars?'I've heard the arguments against giving money to beggars,' writes Shelley Bridgeman. 'But if you can remain hardened to their plight then you're a tougher person than I am.'10 Sep 11:45 PM
OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: We'll miss you, MSN MessengerMSN Messenger, later renamed Windows Messenger, endured a slow and drawn-out death. Next month, it is finally laid to rest. Lee Suckling pays his respects.10 Sep 01:25 AM
