Thursday, September 18, 2025

Lifestyle

Franklin’s Got Talent – loads of it

Preparations are in full swing in Buckland as the clock ticks towards the Franklin’s Got Talent show. Organiser Fran Farrant, who is also a member...

Film review: How to Train Your Dragon

By Junior Journalist Lexi le Roux The live-action remake isn’t the same as the animation. Full stop. This was always my philosophy when watching...

Showcasing her story through fashion

A proud Kiwi with roots in Kuwait and India, Dhanak Humayun has turned her multicultural journey into a powerful design narrative.  HerStory was launched with...

Service extension for Te Huia

It's been a long time coming, but the Te Huia Sunday service between Waikato and Auckland stations is finally up and running. Prior to the...

Tuakau Hotel marks 150 years

A beloved historic landmark in North Waikato has marked 150 years of continuous hospitality. On July 13, the hotel brought together former staff, local families,...

Vintage round-up: Balvonie wines

Wine columnist and connoisseur DENNIS KNILL gives his views on Balvonie prosecco and pinot noir. In the short space of 10 years after planting their...

Sex And The Suburbs – Holly writes to a lost love

Join Holly as she searches Auckland for love and connection. In which Holly writes to a lost love. Dear Civility, I’ve been reading Calling In by Loretta J. Ross,...

Sex And The Suburbs – Holly ponders virginity

Join Holly as she searches Auckland for love and connection. In which Holly ponders virginity. Sometimes, conversations about intimacy end up being all about numbers. There’s the...

Menzshed a community asset

By Stoney Burke, Tuakau Menzshed A Tuakau and district community asset has proven to be a great success; it could even be said to...

Goats a firm favourite

By Natalie Pitfield Of all the creatures we’ve had the privilege of caring for the humble goat has been a firmfavourite of all of...