Whether it be on land, by sea, or in the air, Kaikōura’s unique mountain and ocean environment offers nature's ultimate playground for families to explore. The region has plenty of guided and free scenic land-based activities along with unique marine wildlife encounters all year round. Enjoy a three-day weekend in Kaikōura with this suggested itinerary for the perfect family short break.
Kumon offers individualised Maths and English programmes that, over time, can help students study advanced material confidently and independently for success in school and everyday life. Have a confident start to 2024 with Kumon Mathematics and English.
Cricut has just released their new Cricut EasyPress 3® and our resident Cricut fan, Katie, was lucky enough to be one of the first to give it a try. Find out what she thought and discover what you could create.
Embracing the reality that the simpler and faster the meal is to prepare, the more the kids like it, we've put together a list of tasty, simple meals that are not only quick and easy, they're also cost effective and kid-friendly too.
The April school holidays are all about chilled days filled with fun and memory-making moments. So we've tracked down the top holiday experiences for families that will get you out and about and encourage you to spend some quality time together.
When the Matariki cluster rises, each of the nine stars represent the promise of the year ahead. This stunning board book guides our youngest tamariki through the meaning of each star, with simple, evocative words in te reo Māori and English, alongside bold, engaging artwork. Matariki is an accessible introduction to Matariki and basic te reo Māori for tamariki aged 0 to 5 years.
Exciting, funny, moving – and featuring joyous and authentic disabled representation – Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star is the must-read book for 8-12 year olds.
Our hands and feet bear the brunt of just living our daily lives. Hands are regularly being washed or used for cleaning and work around the house, while you're on your feet most of the day, simply walking around, working, or exercising. All of this use, along with hot and cold weather, can take a toll on our skin, leading to dry and cracked hands or feet. Find out how you can repair and restore the skin on your hands and feet so they are protected and soft.
Supergirl, Superboy, and Superpup to the rescue! The kids will love making their own DIY pinecone hero! They can choose their colours for all of the elements and make their very own hero. Follow the easy step by step instructions.
These kākāpō and ruru will be a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Not only are they a sustainable choice for an art project, but they're also a fun way for children to learn about our native birds. Here's a step-by-step guide to making your own feathery friends.
Whether your taste aligns with minimalist, rustic, coastal or country cottage, white will always play a role in your desired look. White can be just as hard, though, if not harder to choose, than a bold colour. The impact of the wrong white can be big, so it’s worth the effort finding one. Get some tips from Resene's colour experts.
Pancakes are an all-time breakfast favourite and made with Harraways Raspberry Coconut Oats that have a burst of freeze-dried raspberry flavour, you can start your day the luxurious way!
Having a new baby can be an exciting and overwhelming time for many new parents. On top of everything else, it can be hard figuring out exactly what essentials to have before bub arrives. To help simplify your decision-making, we’ve put together a list of brands and products we feel will make the journey into the world of parenting easier.
"Skandar and the Phantom Rider" follows Skandar and his friends as they deal with a new threat to the Island. Can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late? Readers from 8-12 will love this second in the Skandar series by A.F. Steadman.
Leeva Thornblossom loves to learn but her parents, the insufferable mayor and selfish tax collector of their small town, don’t want to send her to school, and they certainly don’t want her to meet other people. Leeva sets out to finds answers: what have her parents been hiding from her? Leeva at Last is a delightful story perfect for young readers in the 9 to 11 year age group. Find out what our reviewers thought of the delightful Leeva at Last, perfect for young readers in the 9 to 11 year age group.
Seen some wooden pallets lying around? With a bit of skill you can turn them into a rustic coffee table. Finish with Resene Aquaclear - a waterborne urethane varnish or if you want a pale wood grain effect you can use a whitewash. We have step-by-step instructions, so get creating!
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. We're celebrating the release of some new and amazing Bluey books to join the diverse collection already available. We are celebrating the release of some new and amazing Bluey books to join the diverse collection already available.
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Bluey, along with friends and family, have some fun activities for you and your family to have fun times together.
If you’re hoping to become pregnant, being able to predict your two most fertile days of the month is a vital piece of information. We look at your fertility cycle, ovulation, and how you can predict your two most fertile days from the comfort of your home.
Create this rustic birdhouse from reclaimed timber and Resene testpots - it not only looks great, but it can also provide a safe place for a pair of birds to create their nest and raise their young at your place.
Join Abigail on a discovery mission to find out where the Moon came from and how it stays in the sky, in this delightful new book that is perfect for every budding astrophysicist or curious kid. Abigail and the Making of the Moon is the third book in this award-winning series by Matthew Cunningham and Sarah Wilkins.
The global award-winning movie-making tour, Wētā Workshop Unleashed, has landed in Auckland. We asked Kellee and her family to visit and see what it’s all about. Come along with us as they unleash on a journey through the wacky world of movie-making!
Dog wants in. He’s trying to build blocks, play with his cars and finish his painting masterpiece. Cat wants in. No, Cat wants out. In. Out. In. Out. It’s enough to drive Dog crazy! "In or Out - A Tale of Cat Versus Dog: is a hilarious story about friendship, patience and paw-prints is brilliantly written by Stacy Gregg and illustrated by Sarah Jennings.
Struggling to keep the kids' toys together in their sets and tidy? Katie, our resident Cricut lover, feels the same way. So she put her trusty Cricut Maker® 3 to work to bring some order to the playroom and make it easier for the kids to help tidy away their toys.
Looking for some Easter holiday craft and decorating ideas? Get inspired with this fun collection of Easter crafts. This collection has been curated from a range of leading creatives and will be sure to put the happy in your Easter.
Green and shamrocks are some of the most iconic Irish emblems and these crafts take these themes and turn them into some St Patrick's Day fun. Resene and Fleur Thorpe have put together these crafts that say I-rish you a happy St Patrick’s Day.
Choose one of these 3 word finds that contain words associated with the St Patrick's Day which is celebrated every year on 17 March and join in the celebration of everything Irish and green.
Each year on 17 March, St Patrick's Day has become an opportunity to celebrate everything Irish and green. join in the fun with this Happy St. Patricks Day colouring page.
Want to choose some new colours but totally confused about which shade of white will work best, or which colour combination will best achieve your vision? Or, you don't even have a vision but know the paint needs updating? Resene knows that choosing the right colours can be difficult which is why Resene has a range of options to help you find the right colour scheme for your next project.
Hold on to your bonnets - can champion knitter Granny McFlitter rescue the Easter Parade in the knit of time? Author Heather Laylock and illustrator Lael Chisholm are back with a fabulously crafty story that buzzes with fun and hot cross buns. Find out more about "Granny McFlitter’s Eggcellent Easter".
