Photo: Mt BarneyThey are symbols of state pride, landscapes of extraordinary beauty and often places of scientific or conservation value. National Parks are also magical places for impossibly perfect hikes that lift the heart and help reset the year. Go with one of these 11
Used in Europe for centuries, contrast therapy or a traditional hot/cold experience involves pushing yourself to your limit in a communal sauna with a very high temperature, then immersing yourself in snow – then repeat.Auckland hot healing sanctuary Hana is set to offer contrast therapy
Illustration by Bridget DaulbyBen Warren is a nutrition and holistic health expert and founder of BePure.There's no doubt about it – the female hormonal system is incredibly complex.However, the good news is, supporting its balance – both for fertility, and just wellness in general – can actually
Sonny Southon has a past as colourful and engaging as her music. With an eclectic music career spanning decades, the celebrated international musician is passionate about diversity and an extensive knowledge of her indented musical craft. Sonny’s extensive internationally renowned music career has seen her sing
Dr Alice Boyes is author of the books The Healthy Mind Toolkit (2018) and The Anxiety Toolkit (2015).In the modern world, we often have an urge to slow down. Living in such a connected age can feel like a lot to keep up with. But the urge to slow down tends
The number on the calendar may have ticked over, but the Trans-Tasman travel bubble continues to pause, at least for a smidge longer. Thankfully, dreaming is still free and these four unusual lodgings - set to open this year in Queensland’s oldest rainforest, beside its
Shaneel Lal This February, during Auckland Pride Festival, Karen Walker releases three pieces in celebration of rainbow communities and in support of Aotearoa’s RainbowYOUTH charity: an organic cotton T-shirt and sweatshirt and an iPhone case featuring Karen’s Runaway Girl marching for Pride. NZ $10 from every
Do you find yourself desperate for a break from all of the indulgence from the summer festivities? It feels like a broken record repeating itself year after year. Delicious rich festive foods, lots of socialising counteracted by stress; it’s the perfect party cocktail for overeating. However,
What a summer festival season it has been, and the best is yet to come. A plethora of musical and artistic talent is set to grace our festival hotspots over the coming two months.The last festival of the summer, Earth Beat Festival (17–21 March 2021),
Valentine's Day is an occasion loved by some and dreaded by others. But regardless of of how over-commercialised it can be, it's a sage reminder to take time to appreciate our loved ones and show them we care. And not everything has to be about
