A language in common
A language in common
Finding out what happened before the existence of written records increasingly relies on a mixture of disciplines.
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Defunding the future
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Defunding the future
We risk losing bright minds and missing the best ideas as a result of changes to the Marsden Fund, scientists and academics tell Paul Gorman.
Otago cheesemakers a cut above at champions awards
Otago cheesemakers a cut above at champions awards
Two Otago cheese makers are in the medals at the New Zealand Champions of Cheese Awards.
Decades of Dior dazzling
Decades of Dior dazzling
As iD Dunedin Fashion Week gets under way, Alex Hannagan recalls a visit to The Dior Museum in Paris.
Sicilian inspiration
Sicilian inspiration
The food Guy Mirabella loves to eat and make is layered with Sicilian heritage and history.
Griffin's to dump Cookie Bear in pack 'refresh'
Griffin's to dump Cookie Bear in pack 'refresh'
The iconic Cookie Bear mascot will be removed from Griffin's products after 57 years.
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Easter dishes inspired by Provence
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Easter dishes inspired by Provence
Easter is one of our favourite holidays, and often feels like a mini Christmas, food playing a central role in the festivities.
In praise of the versatility of cottage cheese
In praise of the versatility of cottage cheese
World cuisines that use curd cheeses frequently sub in cottage cheese, even in sweet dishes, finds Anna Berrill.
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A bit of a mishmash, but all have great flavour, merit
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A bit of a mishmash, but all have great flavour, merit
As many readers know I regularly have reviews for wines that through no fault of their own, I just quite simply run out of room for when I first taste them.
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Late crop tomatoes and eggplant
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Late crop tomatoes and eggplant
It has come to that time of the year where the tomatoes are still clinging to the vine, desperately trying to grasp the sunlight.
Turn ferment liquor into a toast spread
Turn ferment liquor into a toast spread
Top chefs and cooks share easy ways to take your dinner to the next level.
Tour offers peek into history’s wardrobe
Tour offers peek into history’s wardrobe
A 19th-century tea gown and a beanie belonging to the late Ralph Hotere are among historical garments being unveiled to the public as part of a rare tour at Tuhura Otago Museum.
Carelessly obscuring the universe
Carelessly obscuring the universe
Queenstown, by day, is breathtaking.
A century of swimming and style
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
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
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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
Downsizing no barrier for keen gardeners
1. How would you describe your garden?
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
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...
