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The best Raglan accommodation for a weekend getaway
Nestled on Aotearoa New Zealand’s rugged west coast, Raglan is the hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and laid-back charm. Known for its world-class surf breaks, this small town...
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Frank Body co-founders list their vine-covered Melbourne home for AU$4.3 million
Frank Body co-founders Bree Johnson and Steve Rowley have put their Victorian-era family home on the market for $3.95 – $4.3 million. The entrepreneurial couple purchased the Melbourne home in 2015...
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À la bibliothèque: Bookcases and book storage for home-library vibes
Whether you’re a GoodReads fiend with an unlimited ‘want to read’ list or just love the cosy look of floor-to-ceiling bookcases, storing and organising your books can be overwhelming. There are so...
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Pretty in pink: Ten inspirational interiors that aren’t Barbiecore
Pink has had somewhat of a renaissance in recent years. Thanks to Margot Robbie and the Barbie movie release in 2023, sales skyrocketed for hot pink ensembles and home decor as we dreamed of our own...
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How to grow your own garlic at home
If there’s anything we can agree on, it’s that garlic is a must-have in the kitchen. From stir-fries to bread, garlic not only adds flavour to our dishes but is also extremely beneficial to our...
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The second winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
Kate Kelly advocates for living in a home before making renovation decisions. It’s what helped motivate her first change – a colour refresh on one of her bathroom walls. The room in the 1920s bungalow...
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Artist Jen Sievers shares her creative process and what inspires her most
If you’re a fan of New Zealand art, chances are you’ve already seen Jen Sievers’ abstract landscapes. From Bukit Cinta in Bali to Matauri Bay in Northland, her paintings take you around the globe in...
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That evening glow: The best low, ambient lighting for a cosy vibe
While the days become shorter, ambient lighting becomes a key player in creating a warm, inviting atmosphere in your space. The argument between overhead lights (any light fixture attached to the...
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Travelled, tested: The best baches to book across the motu (according to...
Dreaming of a holiday? We feel you. While there are some gorgeous far-flung locations overseas – the Thai resort recently featured in season three of the White Lotus, for example – there are also many...
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Très chic or a design cop out? Here’s how to make all-white interiors...
For a fundamental neutral, white interiors can be surprisingly controversial. White is seen as stark and sterile, impractical, boring and the fallback choice of the indecisive. But it can also be bold...
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This is the secret to fresh-smelling towels
You may wash them regularly and hang them up after use, but still be asking yourself: why do my towels smell? Despite our best efforts to keep them clean, towels often develop a less-than-fresh smell....
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Hidden gems: A guide to New Zealand’s best second-hand furniture stores
In an age where sustainability and individuality are becoming increasingly significant in home decor, the charm of upcycling and finding timeless pieces is more relevant than ever. Of course, many...
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How to make cut flowers last longer
Having a beautiful bunch of fresh flowers in your home is known to boost energy, mood and productivity levels. All cut flowers will eventually spoil, but with care, you can extend their life and make...
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15 spots in your home you may be forgetting to clean
Do you follow the same auto-pilot routine when ticking off your spring cleaning checklist? Vacuum, mop, wash the dishes, do the laundry, do a bit of dusting, and do a quick wipe-down of all surfaces?...
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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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13 stylish and practical pet accessories your fur baby will adore
With quality pet accessories, hitting the trails is made all the more fun. Pet owners know how a chic new collar or high-quality jacket can make a difference in a dog’s daily stroll or how a chic new...
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6 of the best Wānaka Airbnb stays for your next lakeside holiday
One of the South Island’s most popular destinations, Wānaka is a must-visit all year round. Its breathtaking lake and alpine views make it a must-see on your travel bucket list. You might be planning...
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14 plants with show-stopping white flowers
Clean, fresh and beautiful when paired with any other colour, white flowers are a favourite of gardeners, interior decorators and brides all over the world. If you long for a white Christmas, save...
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10 easy ways to add colour to your home
Neutral colour schemes and homes that are strictly ‘all-white-everything’ have dominated the interior design sphere for some time – but that’s changing. Vibrant colours, clashing patterns and...
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How to pick the best rugs for your space and where to buy them
Rugs are an interior designer’s secret weapon. Rugs can transform a room in an instant, anchor a room, create cohesion, connect spaces and define areas. From the bedroom to the living room, indoors or...
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Winter harvest: The vegetables to plant in your garden for the cooler...
As the days cool down, now is the perfect time to prepare your winter vegetable garden for a bountiful harvest over the cooler months. Whether you have a small raised garden bed or a large plot of...
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Street appeal: Seven ways to give your home the best first impression
Real-estate agents love to bandy the phrase “street appeal” about when selling houses – and there’s no doubt about it, people generally judge a house by its cover. Whether you’re planning to live in...
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4 delightful Easter crafts the whole family will enjoy
Easter weekend is the perfect time to entertain the kids with delightful DIY projects. From egg decorating and bunny masks to personalised accessories, creating these easy Easter crafts is just as...
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This creator shares her gardening hacks, wins and losses, and her favourite...
In 2022, Poppy Prendergast left her full-time pharmacy job and decided to study horticulture and organic primary production at Lincoln and SIT. When her parents bought a property outside Alexandra in...
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DIY: How to colour drench a bathroom
A surefire way to make a room look more modern is to colour drench by painting the walls and ceiling. I needed to update this bathroom, which is on the small side, so painting these surfaces one...
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Condensation on your windows? Here’s how to prevent it
Cooler, rainy weather is creeping in, and that means closed windows, stuffy rooms and lower air quality in our homes. Unlike some other home ailments, that pesky condensation on the inside of your...
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The third winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
It all started with a pergola. The towering structure in Murray Churchill’s New Plymouth outdoor area had seen better days and he was ready to breathe new life into it. “I’ve been a keen DIYer for...
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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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