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Today in 1898 the old-age pensions act became law
On this day in 1898, the old age pensions act became law in New Zealand. It ...
Video: This amazing musical ‘Kiwi coffin club’ will make you want to join
Across New Zealand, seniors are forming DIY “coffin clubs” to cope with death and loss while ...
Old dogs can learn new (technology) tricks
Recently I had to change my email address. I sent a group email to various relatives ...
Cointreau spanish cream
A simple dessert which you may recognise from many a Kiwi cookbook. We’ve adapted it slightly ...
Oily rag: The slippery slope of debt
At the Oily Rag HQ, we came across some interesting facts and figures about interest-free credit. ...
Today in 1995 – Peter Jackson’s ‘Forgotten Silver’ film hoax screened
Today in 1995 Peter Jackson and Costa Botes film Forgotten Silver screened on TV One in the ...
The changing face of education in New Zealand
The changing face of education and the impact on institutions like the universities. OPINION: Most expert ...
Natural food for your pet
As we become increasingly more health conscious about what we eat, there is growing awareness that what we feed our pets is also important to their health, vitality and wellbeing.
Going walkabout in Canada: Part Four
The Potters packed a sturdy pair of hiking shoes and a walking pole each and travelled ...