Life & Style

A century of swimming and style

British fashion expert and guest curator Amber Butchart looks at Pamela Anderson's red Baywatch...

A century of swimming and style

From an Olympic gold medal to Pamela Anderson's "Baywatch" red bathing suit, a new exhibition dedicated to all things swimming has opened at London's Design Museum.

Drink spiking victim advocates for increased awareness

With drink spiking a continual problem, an Auckland writer is advocating to raise awareness and decrease victims' feelings of shame.

The rich rewards of reaping what you sow

The rich rewards of reaping what you sow

Hagar Ozri enjoys the simple and satisfying pleasures of making a filling meal with vegetables you’ve grown yourself.

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Historic home updated

What do terrified villagers and a brave knight have to do with Dunedin? Kim Dungey explains.

Downsizing no barrier for keen gardeners

Rowena and Bob McSkimming love their flower and vege garden at their Chatsford home. PHOTOS:...

Downsizing no barrier for keen gardeners

1. How would you describe your garden?

Your garden

Parsley may still be sown in warmer districts. Sow thinly and, when seedlings are strong enough, move so they are 10cm apart.

Japanese elm a graceful specimen tree

The leaves of Japanese elm Zelkova serrata turn an orange colour during autumn. PHOTO: GREGOR...

Japanese elm a graceful specimen tree

Zelkova serrata, commonly known as Japanese elm, is an elegant, medium to large deciduous tree that provides year-round interest. Native to Japan, Taiwan and eastern China, it is often admired for...

Cook with Alison Lambert - Quick Pickled Onions

Watch ODT food writer Alison Lambert prepare her Quick Pickled Onions dish from her new 'Seasons' cookbook.

Running wherever

Learning to run was inspirational, but it has also changed Caroline Eden’s approach to travelling, which is now based on staying near green spaces and beautiful places to jog.

For girls who rock

Before becoming a writer, Rachael King was a teenage rock musician.

The many benefits of caring

Restoring nature brings its own rewards, while addressing climate impacts.

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A life derailed

A determined effort over many years means that Roy Tuck, who died in unfortunate and possibly avoidable circumstances when his train derailed in 1929, will not be a forgotten man.

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Dunedin at its heart

A retrospective exhibition of NOM*d, one of New Zealand’s top fashion brands, shows that it has been just as much about the people who have collaborated with it as it is the brand itself.

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The appeal of Pinots from less appreciated parts

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The appeal of Pinots from less appreciated parts

I have been tasting quite a lot of Central Otago Pinot Noir recently, so it was nice with this flight of wines to point the proverbial bonnet northwards and explore North Canterbury and Marlborough...

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