Despite the gloom and déjà vu, it's time to find the silver linings of lockdown life and treat ourselves with a few ‘essential items'. Our lockdown lowdown has something to keep every soul sane –from fashionistas striding the line of comfy and cool, dads who
Main image: Christopher Ulutupu, Saltbaths, 2021, (video still), from the series New Kid in Town, Commissioned by Cement Fondu Gallery, Sydney, Australia and funded by Creative New Zealand. Bringing together work developed by nine artists during the 2020-2021 Covid-19 lockdowns is a new exhibition, Moana Waiwai, Moana Pāti. Curated
Pictured: Beatrice from Burkina FasoAs quarantine measures shut schools and daycare facilities, women often shoulder the burden of balancing work with childcare and homeschooling. Social distancing deprives them of the support they could normally lean upon. But women are far from defeated. This International Women’s
CONTENT CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH KONO. Giving back and paying it forward during lockdown came naturally to Kono, whose business values align with kindness, collectiveness and doing things better. Tukua te wairua kia rere ki ngā taumata – allow one’s spirit to exercise its potential. These
So you’re breaking your bubble, now that we’re entering Level 2? Aged care expert Miranda Smith, of private homecare agency Miranda Smith Homecare, is urging all Kiwis with a vulnerable older person in their family or whanau to take a close look at their hygiene practices.
You may remember my article about maintaining blonde hair. Well, I’m no longer that person. I’m now the proud owner of gorgeous ginger locks. Dying my hair in lockdown may have been one of my best 2020 decisions yet. Here's how it went down. With about
Westfield has launched a contactless, click and collect drive-thru service for New Zealanders, available at Westfield Albany, Manukau City, Newmarket, Riccarton, and St Lukes. By using Westfield Direct, you can order online from multiple retailers in one transaction, and pick your goods up from the comfort
Think back to a time long ago. You’re jumping on a packed train at the crack of dawn, sipping your take away coffee as you pick off a chocolate stain on your blazer that you didn't have time to take to the dry cleaners. Your phone is
Lockdown attire just got cooler and cosier thanks to collaboration between Karen Walker and Classic New Zealand crocheters. There has never been a time when loungewear was more relevant and actually worn in the lounge rather than on the street as the latest fashion fad. Lockdown has
To stay connected and show up for their community in new ways, Esse is hosting a series of Instagram Live takeovers for while we're staying at home. From peanut butter to meditation, there's something for everyone! Follow Esse on Instagram to watch their next
