It’s the final day for parents to pack up inventory, take down hand-written "SALE: Request a special” posters and close their Springvale store of nearly 35 years. I wasn’t allowed to open the door because I was still packing, but my mother insisted. We have boxing toasters, air fryers, blenders, speakers, sandwich presses, as well […]
meI bought a nice new sofa after my Labrador chewed up the first one. But I didn’t put it in the apartment right away. My plan was to replace the old sofa with a new one right before my parents came to visit from overseas so the dog wouldn’t ruin it before they arrived. Since
meI only became a regular bike rider after the COVID-19 lockdown ended, but it has now become one of the joys of my life. Nothing melts away a stressful day like a quick run down a hill. Not having to think about gas prices, one-way streets, or parking spaces does wonders for my mood. But
I have lived in Arrowtown/Kā-muriwai for 13 years. It’s beautifully preserved, like walking onto a gold mining movie set, but Queenstown International Airport is right on your doorstep. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. If you purchase something through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission. Learn more. Arrowtown is slower than Queenstown/Tāhuna. It’s 20
From clever home appliances to potentially life-saving medical devices, this year’s Good Design award winners were praised for their innovation, sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Read on…
When architects design their own homes – to please themselves, not their clients – the results are clever, creative and thoughtful. In his new book The Architect’s House, author Stephen Crafti explores how architects around the world build their homes, with swirling staircases, thoughtful interiors, wooden libraries with hidden fold-out beds, and more.
