Remembering the School Journal

Have you ever wondered how Aotearoa got it's name? Take a trip down memory lane with the myths, legends, and creative quips of the New Zealand…

Home schooling

Some do it for the lifestyle and others have more complicated reasons. We delve into the interesting world of homeschooling.

Rātana - the road to Te Matatini

'Te Matatini is the mecca of Māoridom'. We follow Rātana Paa's journey as they prepare for the mecca, the world cup of kapa haka - Te…

We need to keep talking about mental health

Talking about mental health is definitely not as taboo as it once was, but it seems we've still got a long way to go.

The Queen of Trash Palace

You'd be forgiven for being too busy dancing to question where all your rubbish goes to at a festival. Join us as we get the royal…

Why are female nipples offensive?

Apparently, some of the content of this story was unsuitable for Facebook. Why? Nipples. Or more specifically, female nipples. Here we take a look at the…

Nude Dudes

In the buff goes next level with these nude dudes. We get underneath the robes of the Bare Butlers, getting to the bottom of what it's…

Ping Zero Events

Ping Zero run New Zealand's largest gaming events, bringing hundreds of passionate players together to share good vibes, and unleash their skills.

Brekfist: Education

It's been nigh on one too many years since the youthful Johanna and Saraid graced their high-school halls, so what's changed? Are girls still twinking in…

The Book Dedicated to the Children of South Auckland

This inspiring wee book is dedicated to the children of South Auckland and the Pacific ?? We can't wait to see you all change the world!

Kauri dieback

'We're sitting in the middle of a sick forest'. Kauri dieback is a major issue killing our native flora, is it nature trying to tell us…

Kangen Water

Kangen Water fans have touted it as being able to change your body and your life. So is it real or is this water just one…

Kawhia Hot Pools

Hot Water Beach has been dug so deep we swear you can almost see China ??? Next time you're around the beautiful Kawhia, ask a local…

The Housetruck Community

Here's a solution for all you travel dreamers who get a little homesick... take your house with you! We chatted to The Extravaganza Fair, the lively…

Disability Housing in New Zealand

'People talk about us heading towards a housing crisis for disabled people. From the stories I've been hearing... we're already there.' This is Aotearoa's housing crisis…

Passive Housing

These houses are heated and cooled for the same price as running your fridge. It's called a passive house, and its secret is simple: insulation ??

How hard is it to find a flat in Auckland?

Liam is searching for one of the most elusive and expensive things in Tāmaki Makaurau: a flat ??

Festival of Play

Festivals of Play are hitting Auckland this summer, with brand new games in the sunny outdoors that parents and their tamariki can all enjoy ☀️? You…

Michelle lives in a tiny home community

Michelle may live in a tiny house, but she moved there to fulfill a big dream ??

Te Matatini 2019

It's the world cup of kapa haka, bringing together Māori performing artists from across Aotearoa and Australia. So what exactly can you expect from this year's…

How hard is it to counterfeit New Zealand currency?

Americans can joke about our 'monopoly money' all they want, but Aotearoa's bank notes are some of the hardest to fake in the world. Trust us,…

Is biodegradable plastic a scam?

Since plastic has rightfully become Public Enemy #1, biodegradable plastics are all the rage. But are they actually any better or have we just been 'green-washed'?…

Three brothers embark on the ultimate African roadtrip

It's just three kiwi brothers, the African desert, and a trusty Toyota Hilux. With wild creatures and spectacular sights, come with the boys as they chase…

Meet Kawhia's tiny tennis lover

While most of us are hitting snooze buttons, Natasha is hitting tennis balls. Meet the father and daughter from Kawhia with big dreams, and more than…

Is recycling a lie?

Do you give yourself a pat on the back when you take your recycling bin out at stupid o'clock in the morning? Well, you might want…

Re:visit - Two Kiwis take down Ribena

We're revisiting one of the biggest shockers of the decade - when two Kiwi students found out Ribena wasn't the fountain of Vitamin C it claimed…

Why do we pay extra for alternative milks?

So you're lactose intolerant, vegan, or maybe just as 'alternative' as your choice of milk - why should your wallet bear the brunt? We're demystifying why…

Harvesting tohorā

Te Kaurinui describes kauri and tohorā (whales) as bringing him closer to Te Ao Māori. With more whale strandings and kauri dieback disease, he describes the…

The Dust Palace

Welcome to The Dust Palace, a place where gravity is but a mere suggestion. Eve and Mike break down the highs and lows of being a…

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