Waitangi Day is just around the corner, and as this uniquely New Zealand commemoration day looms, many of us find ourselves asking: “Just who are we in terms of national identity?”
Life
Articles all about our country, your favourites like food, wine, family, your home, gardening, retirement living and yes, something about pets also.
Life’s Too Short for Put-Downs
We’ve put together the following tips to help you defend yourself in the face of nastiness that, let’s face it, you’re too mature and too sensible to tolerate!
Relationships and Menopause: Talking with Partners, Family and Friends
Hormonal shifts, disrupted sleep, changing energy levels and emotional ups and downs tend to ripple outward, touching partners, family, friends and even colleagues.
Deconstructed Cheesecake in a Glass
This dessert tastes like summer. It's super easy but looks like you went to a lot of effort.
Introduce the Grandies to the Big Outdoors!
In a country where the big outdoors is accessible to almost everyone, there’s a wealth of fun to be had when you hike.
Home Sweet Home – Retirement Abroad!
We dive into what retirement might look like abroad – because there are no rules about where you can put your feet up!
Keeping Safe When Using A Power Board
If used correctly, multi socket boards are safe, but if overloaded, worn or damaged, they can cause a fire or electric shock.
How to Change Your Workload Without Losing Your Energy
For many of us work can sometimes feel heavier than it used to. It’s not always about the hours we put in—it’s about how our energy, focus, and priorities have shifted over time.
Chicken, Pomegranate & Spinach Salad
With a sweet kick of healthy honey, the pop of the pomegranate and sharp hint of balsamic, the dressing alone is bursting with flavour.
What Going Back to School Looks Like Now (Compared With When We Were Kids)
The entire experience of being a student has changed, and understanding that shift can help grandparents stay connected, supportive, and realistic about what young people are navigating today.





