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One good reason to skip lunch

Plenty of food that’s good enough to eat (but not good enough to sell) is disposed of every day. Kaibosh Food Rescue is aiming to change all that by collecting extra food and distributing it to charities. Now they're calling on Kiwis to donate the cost of a meal on Miss a Meal in May Day – so they can expand their mission to help out the hungry. More …

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It's the secret police!

The world-famous Secret Policeman's Ball is coming to New Zealand for the first time! On May 6, a line-up of some of New Zealand's best comedians will unite for an evening of original, cutting-edge comedy. All profits from the night go directly towards the work of Amnesty International. More …

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Make a date to donate

If you want to make this Valentine's Day truly memorable, you and someone special could give a gift that’s truly from your heart ... More …

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There's still time to nominate and win!

Sick and tired of having to use scissors to open your razor packet? Hate filling up your bin with all the plastic left over from wrapped veggies? Here’s a chance to have your say on some of the best and worst packaging on New Zealand’s shelves. More …

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Psychological tips to beat those back-at-work blues

Sick and tired of work already? Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or downright blue to be back?
Then it’s possible you have a case of the “back-at-work blues”, says psychology expert Dr Mary Casey. More …

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Summer food care tips

Don't get sick from food that's been out in the sun for too long! Here's how to get the most from leftovers as well as boost the fridge life of your fruit and veggies. More …

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Confused about the new Food Bill?

Will it shut down farmers markets and community gardens or simply halt food poisoning in its tracks? There's a lot of misinformation going around about the new Food Bill and the effect it'll have on New Zealanders. We take a look at some of the different viewpoints. More …

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The top seven New Year's resolutions to make

While many of us make New Year's resolutions about furthering our careers or losing weight, few of us resolve to improve our emotional and mental health. But that's exactly what we should be focusing on, says a leading psychology expert. More …

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What will your do with your old electronics?

Upgrading your old TV or laptop this Christmas? Unsure what you'll do with your outdated technology? Rather then throwing it out, here's how you can give it away or recycle it. More …

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Nominate bad packaging to win a good-looking shopping bag

Sick of bringing home plastic shopping bags filled with bad packaging? Do something about it by nominating the packaging that bugs you most for the Unpackit Packaging Awards. More …

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  • B on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I often despise coming home after work to have to stand in the kitchen for ages cooking.  So I try to make huge pots or add extra vege'  
  • Erin on Winter pick-me-ups:
    For me, I make sure I know where my fuzzy tramping socks are - super for wearing in my beautiful work boots, and in my gumboots while I mow  
  • Hilary on Winter pick-me-ups:
    winterproof your home by reducing humidity inside (when it's damp it feels colder). It is amazing what a difference it makes to slick/squeeg  
  • leah c on Winter pick-me-ups:
    Soups, and lots of it.  Everyone likes it, it's warm hearty food and a great way of using up old veggies and some of the winter crops i  
  • Linda on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I make sure I have a bottle of one of the blackcurrant type syrups, I find it hard to keep up the water intake when the temps drop, so add h  
  • Cassidy on Your eco kitchen makeover:
    Although I love the idea of the glass jars for baking ingredients etc. would Tupperware be alright as it lasts a lifetime?
  • Karen on Winter pick-me-ups:
    I've just finished knitting a sweater for a hot water bottle cover, so it stays hot longer and also doesn't get to hot when hugging it. Trou  
  • Gaye on Winter pick-me-ups:
    Nothing beats coming home to  a spicy beef curry and a steamed jam sponge pudding smothered with custard after a brisk walk embracing t  

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