Saturday, January 17, 2026

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Noah and Isla top baby name picks

Times Staff -
Noah and Isla were the most popular names for baby boys and girls born in New Zealand in 2025. Minister of Internal Affairs, Brooke van Velden,...

Top five things Kiwis forget before a road trip

Times Staff -
There’s nothing like hitting the open road for a classic Kiwi getaway, but before you pack the chilly bin and load up the playlist,...

The healing balm of herbs

Kerry Lee -
An upcoming workshop in Bombay is bringing back herbal remedies and showing kids how useful they are. Katharina Naran, a certified, registered naturopath and medical...

Fans pay yearly homage to The King

Times Staff -
The wonder of you – Elvis Aaron Presley – gone almost 50 years, and you can still draw a crowd. In keeping with the phenomenon...

Q&A with Damian O’Connor and Craig Boyt

Helena O'Neill -
Helena O’Neill talks with Pukekohe Travel directors Damian O’Connor and Craig Boyt about the best travel spots and what 2026 has in store...

Franklin Walks: Waiuku Path

Helena O'Neill -
This gentle walk is a great way to get a snapshot of Waiuku, and is perhaps best enjoyed when the tide is mostly in. The...

What we’re reading: ‘Great Eastern Hotel’, ‘The Road Trip’

Times Staff -
GREAT EASTERN HOTEL, RRP $40. This new work of historical fiction by author Ruchir Joshi is set in India in August, 1941. The world is...

My Local: Waiuku War Memorial Hall

Helena O'Neill -
It’s a rare day when there are no cars parked outside the Waiuku War Memorial Hall. Once enjoyed as the local picture theatre, the hall...

Endearing story about family at heart of dramatic comedy

Times Staff -
MOVIE REVIEW BY JACK WATSON Ella McCay Director: James L. Brooks Starring: Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jack Lowden Genre: Political comedy-drama Rating: 3.5 stars If the future episodes of The...

Holiday season, still work to do

Helena O'Neill -
By Natalie Pitfield There are many unique traditions that are celebrated at Christmas. I love driving through our community and seeing cute messages on hay...
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