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A cafe's after-hours transformation gets the thumbs up, even the insects.

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Paul Little gets to the root of the problem of being follicly challenged.

Opinion: Lately, I find myself wondering what shape my death might take.

A few words with comedian and self-proclaimed 'interested idiot' Robin Ince.

It looks like a giant piece of Lego - but it could be a vital building block in the urban intensification which is so clearly in Auckland's development future.

If one thing has changed the face of beauty over the past few years, it's beauty sticks - blushers that do double-duty as lip tints

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The birth of a baby can be life-changing in more ways than expected. One woman tells of her battle with a little-known disorder.

Not coping with life? Ruth Spencer has the answers.

What should we look for on our plates? Kim Knight talks to food critic Jay Rayner ahead of his Auckland visit.

Despite a slow start, this newcomer is set to be the cream of West Auckland's brunch crop.

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An Eastern European newcomer is gastronomically (and politically) on trend.

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What makes some friendships stand the test of time? Hilary Stichbury investigates.

Greg Bruce on surviving his wife's third pregnancy.

Braving the scaffolding pays off with great food and friendly service.

Helen Kirwan-Taylor discovers giving up alcohol does not necessarily solve your problems.

City workers of the future may carry their office under their arms and erect it on a rooftop, award- winning architect Chris Moller says.

Cult series Girls made Allison Williams a star. Now she tells Radhika Sanghani how she's looking forward to a more grown-up chapter.

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Each week Greg Bruce challenges a chef to make him lunch in less than 10 minutes.

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