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Kapiti lifestyle news
Paraparaumu College students model their artworks in Manawatu.
Paraparaumu College students model their artworks in Manawatu.
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut
Whiowhio Hut in Palmerston North is Aotearoa's only urban tramping hut.
Pizza disaster: Why you must read flat-pack instructions
Step 1: Make sure it'll fit through the door.
Want chickens? Here's what you need to know
Raising hens in your backyard? Forget the roosters.
Getting a cat? Why a Burmese might be for you
Burmese cats - why they should be considered as a family pet.
Why container gardening could be for you
OPINION: How to make your small apartment or small garden vibrant and interesting.
On MEUTE: The German techno band set to wow Womad
Audiences can expect a highly energetic live techno show, says band.
Womad's Bab L' Bluz keen on jamming with locals
"Success to us means simply reaching out to as many people as possible around the world."
Mazbou Q: There's always more to do and higher to climb
Big drums, big horns, big guitars, big synths - everything is big with Mazbou Q.
Womad 2023: Kita's top festival tips
"To me, there is art for myself, and art for the people."
Fran Kora's dream festival lineup
"Lockdown forced us to think outside the box, while working inside the box!"
The Terrible Two: Folk duo set to tour
'Music and the arts can offer people so much in complicated times ...'
Sarah and the chocolate factory
They've gone through changes over past 30 years but tried and true recipes remain.
King Gizzard: 'Make music as much as you can'
The King Gizzard frontman gives a sneak preview of their New Zealand gigs.
Skate into summer with Seaside Skates in Kāpiti
"We're the only place in New Zealand where you can try on all these kinds of skates."
Vida Kelly on the art of book designing
Book designer Vida Kelly has worked with Quentin Blake to redesign Roald Dahl's books.
Singer Molly Payton's summer festival tips
Festival season is coming! Meet first-time performer Molly Payton.
Lifestyle news around NZ
'Brownie's Pool': Downtown Auckland pool a hit for summer
The new free open-air saltwater pool is already proving popular.
Seven things to add or subtract for happiness, according to science
Let’s take a look at the science.
The new bar habit driving pubs nuts
Pubs are telling customers not to queue, saying it's 'foreign, unnecessary and bizarre'.
She had thoughts of harming her baby. To treat her, doctors kept them together
New York Times: The importance of specialised care for fragile new mothers.
'I’d rather live hot than die ugly': Why are we still using sunbeds?
From 'tanorexia' to tanning addiction, experts weigh in on the continued use of sunbeds.
Anna Sarjeant: Do you look less attractive in glasses?
OPINION: I know I do - I've been told as much.
More local lifestyle news
Motte's the buzz: Master violinist hits road for NZ tour
Meet Motte, a violinist who also plays other instruments, and who's about to tour NZ.
French for Rabbits and the rebirth of dream pop
"I want to see this industry become safer and more inclusive."
Niko Walters and the power of letting go
How Niko Walter looked within for inspiration for his new album.
Mouse that roared: Meet Kiwi musician Mousey
Singer would love the general public to be more connected to their local NZ music scenes.
Morning star: 10 questions with Don McGlashan
The Kiwi music legend has just released his latest solo album.
Orba wins international and national awards for biodegradable sneaker
The Orba Ghost sneaker was launched last year.
'This means everything to me': Kiwi mum's dying wish
Kāpiti Coast mum Emma Blundell died with a dream for her beautiful family.
Chant from the past: Lawrence Arabia hits the road
More than 12 years later, Lawrence Arabia is bringing back Chant Darling for a tour.
Skincare like your grandma had, but more luxurious
Maria created natural skincare products after radiotherapy dried out her skin