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Ten gardening gifts for loved ones with a green thumb
Finding the perfect gift for someone can always feel like a challenging task, but if they have a zeal for sowing seeds, harvesting vegetables, cutting flowers and tending to weeds, then we have a few...
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Natalie Parke of Shop Dessein Parke shares the bold moves behind the eclectic...
Local Kiwi interior design aficionados would likely have heard of interior design firm Dessein Parke. Known for its experimental, design-led decisions, Dessein Parke has never seemed to shy away from...
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Photographic artist Emma Bass’ garden is a vibrant, sub-tropical haven
Emma Bass knows more than most about the therapeutic power of nature. The former nurse’s large photographic works of vases bursting with blooms brighten up homes, hospitals and clinicians’ treatments...
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Inside the creative world of award-winning singer-songwriter Reb Fountain
It comes as no surprise that Reb Fountain’s home is as magical as her artistic prowess. Her Auckland property, rich with natural abundance and sentimental heirlooms, is the perfect place for nurturing...
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Laundry Glow-Up: How to revive your laundry on a budget
If the housewives of yesteryear saw our laundries today, they’d be blown away by how stylish they are. What used to be an unlovely nook in the darkest corner of the house, or even a garden outhouse,...
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Nine inspirational home libraries worth bookmarking
Forget about the spa pool, sauna or perfect kitchen garden – for many of us, the home library is at the top of the list for homely creature comforts. More than just a stylish space to display your...
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How to prune a lemon tree
It’s important to prune your lemon tree at the right time and in the right way. Pruning means healthier trees and healthier fruit, ensuring the tree is sturdy and provides a plentiful harvest. If...
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Inside MasterChef judge Andy Allen’s luxurious new home in Melbourne
MasterChef judge Andy Allen and his wife, Alexandra, have bought a contemporary new home in Melbourne’s inner north for $3.85 million. Situated in leafy Northcote, the modern five-bedroom home has...
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The best indoor plants to bring the outdoors in
We all know the benefits of spending time in nature. Greenery has remarkable effects on our moods, sleep, and mental and physical health. Introducing living plants indoors can provide the same effect,...
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10 objects you didn’t know could be wall art
Hanging art on your walls makes a home your own and provides an insight into your personal style. However, wall art doesn’t have to be all prints and canvases displayed in rectangular frames. Mixing...
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Auckland’s finest: The city’s most luxurious homes currently on the market
From Coatesville to Clevedon, Auckland is home to some incredible property. Architectural marvels can be found everywhere in Tāmaki Makaurau. These include modern masterpieces that could grace the...
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A Haier level: The appliances carrying the load in Skye Ross’ busy family home
While renovating and extending her dream Auckland villa, content creator Skye Ross knew it was the perfect opportunity to customise their new appliances to a lifestyle that puts family and efficiency...
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The fourth winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
It is almost as though this blanket chest was plucked straight from a fairytale. The intricate, hand-painted detail is breathtaking, particularly when paired with the rest of the colourful bedroom....
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Eight stylishly cosy bedroom ideas to steal this winter
As the days get shorter and the temperature plummets, our homes can quickly begin to feel dark, dreary and cold. The good news is there are plenty of simple ways to transform your home and, most...
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Auckland artist Jenni Stringleman’s work is inspired by past lives and...
The figurative paintings Jenni Stringleman creates are hypnotic. The vibrant colours, the fluid movements. Her figures are dancing and swimming and existing in ways that make you yearn for the world...
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Diane Keaton’s restored mid-century masterpiece hits the market
In the golden light of Rustic Canyon, tucked beyond a long, private drive, a home that has Diane Keaton’s iconic style written all over it quietly waits. Originally designed by Lloyd Wright, son of...
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Modern-day homesteader Gillian Swinton shares all her secrets
After finishing university in Scotland, Gillian Swinton was 21 when she decided to head off on her OE. While working on the ski fields in Queenstown, nearly 15 years ago, she met a Southland farmer...
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Can’t beat it on a good day: Some of the best homes Wellington has to offer
There’s something about the homes in Wellington. From classic white villas to modern new builds, they’ll have a view of the harbour or the surrounding hills, and quite often, involve a hike up a...
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Holly Golightly’s iconic New York townhouse has hit the market
The charming Upper East Side townhouse featured in the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s has hit the market for US$15 million (approximately NZ$24.9 million). Positioned on a leafy street, the circa...
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Make a splash: Ten colourful bathrooms that’ll have you reaching for the...
We’re shaking off the shackles of our all-white, minimalist bathrooms and picking up our paintbrushes. Once relegated to safe neutrals, bathrooms are becoming canvases for self-expression and...
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Dig in: How to grow the perfect potatoes in your garden
There’s something deeply satisfying about digging up your homegrown potatoes – it’s like finding buried treasure in the veggie patch. Our New Zealand climate is perfect for growing these humble heroes...
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11 throw blankets to cosy up with this winter
Believe it or not, there are benefits to the winter chill: thicker layers, comforting meals, and curling up under cosy throw blankets. A blanket is as much a statement piece as it is a necessary...
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Emma Stone is selling her Texas estate halfway through renovations
Actor Emma Stone and her husband, Dave McCary, have put their Texas property up for sale, halfway through its renovations. The couple purchased the sprawling estate in 2021, located in Austin’s...
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Tim Burton is selling his Oxfordshire estate and the interior aesthetic is...
People might know Director Tim Burton for his weird and wonderful film aesthetic, but his own home is surprisingly traditional. The prolific film director has put his Oxfordshire home on the market...
View ArticleFive natural mould removers for a healthier home
Mould is more than just an unsightly nuisance. It poses real risks to your health and the wellbeing of your household. As awareness grows around the dangers of harsh chemical cleaners, many people are...
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Quintessential Queenstown: The very best homes the town has to offer, all...
The mountains, the lake, the city, Queenstown has so much to offer, no wonder so many are arriving in droves. The Central Otago holiday destination is known for adventure, either on the slopes or the...
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Bathroom updates for small spaces and tight budgets
This year is all about making the most of what we’ve got, but that doesn’t mean a gorgeous bathroom refresh is off the table. Whether you’re spending small, or living small, we’ve got the solutions...
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13 things you should never, ever pass up at an op shop
It can be hard to see the wood for the trees when you’re browsing your local thrift store. We all scour them in the hope of unearthing a prize for a bargain. But what are we really looking for? Armed...
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How to unshrink your winter woollies
We’ve all been there. You’ll be folding yet another load of laundry, and to your horror, you discover that your favourite woollen blanket, the one you drape over your sofa for that perfect, cosy vibe,...
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Shade-loving plants that’ll transform your backyard
When it comes to the shady spots in our gardens – whether they be on the south side, victim to constant shadow from a fence or beneath a tree – without a bit of care, they can quickly become damp,...
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