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Gardening: Dare to be different

While our gardens take a breather over winter and we retreat from life in the gardening fast lane, this is a perfect moment to take stock of your site and get planning.

Muse returns to its roots

In going back to some of the sounds of its early work, the British band has rediscovered its enthusiasm, writes Leena Tailor.

The delights of Te Aroha

Elisabeth Easther enjoys great outdoor activities in a quaint hamlet.

Depot's return: The verdict

The fire is out but it's still smoking hot at Al's place.

Design & build: Watertight and not a moment too soon

After a long wait, work can begin again.

Simon Gault's worldy recipes

Kasey and Karena have been away on a well-deserved family break after their whirlwind book tour. This week their friend Simon Gault is guest Savour columnist.

Cruising: Relaxation 101

Tropical beaches, fine dining, cooking and dance lessons – Lynley Bilby finds her every whim is catered for on a Pacific island cruise.

Ari Gold role 'stressful'

Yoga fan Jeremy Piven tells Leena Tailor why reprising his role as a hot-headed, neurotic agent in the Entourage movie caused his blood pressure to rocket.

Auckland's best brunch spots

It’s hard to pick just a handful of the best brunch spots with the burgeoning food scene here, but with that in mind, herewith my favourite five — this week.

Under a supermoon

Danielle Wright snowshoes cross-country in Wanaka.

Luxury in leather

Think beyond jackets for the ultimate style.

San Andreas: Prepared for disaster

Life gets faster and more furious for Dwayne Johnson as he plays a rescue pilot in earthquake movie ‘San Andreas’. He chats to Dominic Corry.

Restaurant review: Nanam, Royal Oak

Gone too soon, Coco shut its doors in November after barely 18 months of serving its Vietnamese-inflected pan-Med food.

Design & build: Harnessing nature

Unexpected delays turn out to be bonus in disguise for landscaping.

Japanese twist on brunch (+recipes)

Restaurateur Nic Watt’s daughter helped create the exciting new Sunday brunch menu and kids’ entertainment area at Masu.

NZ-shot film Slow West 'not a traditional Western'

Two Kiwi actors are waiting to see how their movie — starring Hollywood big names — goes down here, writes Dominic Corry.

Clooney releases inner child

George Clooney pulls out his inner child to save the future in Disney’s new fantasy movie, writes Stephen Jewell.

Rug up for the winter chill

’Tis the season to be warm and cosy, so pick soft merino and warm knits.