Life & Style

NURTURING NATURE: Kaiwaka Riki works in his Kaiwhenua Organics garden, near Raglan, which has been given Ministry of Economic Development funding.

Spirit of the land

From this special garden comes fresh organic food grown according to tikanga, a veritable taste sensation, full of nutrients.

Datsuns perform powerful set at volume

A bunch of squealing Mazdas were in Hamilton on Saturday night, no doubt visiting during the Rotary Nationals up the road at Meremere.

Doobie do

The train of success for this band just keeps on running reports Tracey Cooper.

Gig guide

Check out the gig guide for what's on in Waikato this weekend.

A dog's life

After a rash of dog attacks around the country, Alistair Bone goes on patrol with an SPCA Inspector.

After a rash of dog attacks around the country, Alistair Bone goes on patrol with an SPCA Inspector.

Wine review

Wine review - Peacock Sky 2011 Peacock Sky Winery was recommended by one of the island's friendly locals and we weren't disappointed.

Cocktail review

Despite its relatively simple taste, it packs an alcoholic punch with the writer feeling its effects after a few sips.

Beer review

Coffee review

Top fashion

Tempo reporter Aimie Cronin names her top five New Zealand fashion labels, in no particular order.

Fashion beats function

The 26-year-old works as an engineer in the Australian oil industry and is well accustomed to wearing clothes for function, not fashion.

Bride's best friend

Street Smart

Here comes the bride

Aimie Cronin went on the hunt for bridal dresses at reasonable prices.

Helping the children at Parachute

Every time Jack or Glynis Havill make a cup of tea they are reminded of their 20 children around the world.

An entertainer to his last breath

In his younger years Pirongia's Ken Ireton was a member of The Mercs which won the national Battle Of The Bands contest.

Future focus

Cross that bridge

Feeding the soul

Gay Burne is a chef on a mission who has clocked up 30 years with the Salvation Army.

Parachute band to perform today

The name of the Parachute Band's latest album conjurs up images of monks, in one of Europe's most ancient of churches.

Kelly Donovan at Parachute craft fair

A Te Aroha-born craftswoman who learned her trade on the family farm is one of the exhibitors at the inaugural Parachute Christian Music Festival craft market this weekend.

The NZSO at the Founders Theatre - Photo Essay

Gig guide

December arts diary

See which exhibitions and music concerts are on in Waikato during December.

Special offers

Featured Promotions

Sponsored Content

Deals

  • Accommodation

    Find Accommodation

  • Jobs

    Search Jobs


  • Property

    Search properties


  • Motors

    Search Motors


    Price range:
    to