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    Brisbane Tattoo to-do list

    The river city horizon is spectacular at sunset. PHOTOS: DAVID HILL

    Brisbane Tattoo to-do list

    Ellen Hill discovers what to see, do and taste in Brisbane during the 75th Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in February 2026.

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    Christmas roast - with a twist

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    Asian-style stuffed pork belly with miso mash and sesame slaw

    Crackling... need I say more? This Asian-style pork belly is your “with a twist” recipe for your Christmas roast.

    Cooking an escape from busy life

    Cooking an escape from busy life

    Christmas is fast advancing, and what better time to get out the chocolate recipes - chocolate banana bread for Christmas morning breakfast, anyone?

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    Branching out from Marlborough sauvignon blancs

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    Branching out from Marlborough sauvignon blancs

    Marlborough may be the engine room of New Zealand’s sauvignon blanc production, but it would be remiss to ignore the variety from other parts of the country

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    Strawberry oat crumble

    Photo: Simon Lambert

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    Strawberry oat crumble

    A deliciously simple slice that tastes of summer.

    Feeding the soul with flowers and food

    Feeding the soul with flowers and food

    The  festive season is a time when author, photographer and illustrator Kate Williams finds herself leaning into the textures and tones of a more traditional, northern-style Christmas.

    Pests lapping at our shores

    Southern Clams harvesters remove undaria from the Wellers Rock sea wall. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

    Pests lapping at our shores

    The incoming tide can also carry a wave of unwanted invaders.

    Costume award for Kiwi designer

    Mia Goth as Elizabeth in Frankenstein. Photo: Ken Woroner/Netflix

    Costume award for Kiwi designer

    The British Fashion Council has named New Zealander Kate Hawley as its inaugural Costume Designer of the Year.

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    From Christmas table to Boxing Day brunch

    PHOTOS: SIMON LAMBERT

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    From Christmas table to Boxing Day brunch

    This is a Christmas table designed for flavour, flexibility and ease, keeping the good food and good times rolling.

    Poetry of coronal auroras

    Photo: Ian Griffin

    Poetry of coronal auroras

    On the evening of November 12, I found myself repeating a familiar ritual of this remarkable solar cycle.

    More nitrate pollution

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    More nitrate pollution

    An investigation in Rolling Stone magazine found that water used in AI-powering data centres is making nitrate pollution worse.

    A great year in archaeology back in 1922

    The golden headdress of Queen Pu-Abi. There are golden willow leaves and precious beads. She wore...

    A great year in archaeology back in 1922

    Several readers have asked me about Pu-Abi, mentioned in last week’s column — 1922 was a memorable year for archaeology.

    Treatment hope for migraine research

    People who live with migraines experience frequent, excruciating attacks that disrupt life for...

    Treatment hope for migraine research

    Often dismissed as a minor ailment, migraine headaches are a debilitating neurological disorder which affects about 640,000 New Zealanders.

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    The handiwoman’s other dream

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    The handiwoman’s other dream

    The Yorkshireman and I recently did an insane thing.

    Speedy spaghetti

    Photo: The Observer

    Speedy spaghetti

    Mateo Zielonka’s killer way with pasta was inspired by a famous TV crime family, he tells Killian Fox.

    More settings for elderflowers

    Elderflower liqueur can be served chilled in small glasses. PHOTOS: HILARY ROWLEY

    More settings for elderflowers

    Elderflower will lend its delicate flavour to more than just cordial.

    Your garden

    Pods of green peas. Photo: Getty Images

    Your garden

    What to do in you garden this week.

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    Zipping it

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    Zipping it

    Bullies are enforcing a code of silence in our workplaces, according to those pushing back. Paul Gorman looks at the use of non-disclosure agreements to cover their tracks.

    Festive fare: Our writers share their best Christmas recipes

    Christmas is a lovely excuse to spend time with friends and family. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

    Festive fare: Our writers share their best Christmas recipes

    Keeping it simple, using the best produce you can afford and a little imagination is all that's needed to create a special time for friends and family.

    Lower-alcohol beers gaining favour

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    Beer consumption steady; lower-alcohol options gaining favour

    Kiwis have been knocking back more lower-alcohol beers, but it's less about the alcohol and more about their waistlines, one expert says.
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