Must-see family movies of 2019
Get a sneak peek at the best family movies coming up in 2019 and plan your cinema must-sees.
Waitangi Day in New Zealand Aotearoa
The 6th of February every year is celebrated as Waitangi Day in New Zealand. It was on this date in 1840 that the first signatures, both British and Māori, were put on the Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti o Waitangi). Find out more about this special day .
A romantic getaway for mum – because she deserves it
With the kids heading back to school, and Valentine's Day just around the corner, now’s the time to treat your special someone to a romantic escape that ticks all the right boxes.
Your Fab Family Holiday to the Gold Coast Awaits
Looking forward to a break, in a parenting kind of way, to relax, recharge and make happy family memories? Without further ado let us introduce you to the best place to stay on your much anticipated trip to the GC!
ROBO ALIVE T-REX is a Hit Pick for the kids
ZURU unveiled two new additions to its ROBO ALIVE portfolio – the Attacking T-REX and Super-Fast, Super-Scary Spider! We're a dinosaur loving family with two boys under 5 and I'm certain the Robo Alive T-REX is going to be firm favourite toy, especially for Christmas!
Choosing a house or pet sitter for the holidays
Heading away for a summer break and leaving your home or pets in the care of someone else? Before you hand over the keys, here's a few things to consider.
Sensory friendly photos with Santa
The annual Santa photo is a great way to capture how your children grow and change each year however for those of us with special sensory needs, the busy and noisy Mall environment can be overwhelming. We have a list of Santa's who you can meet in a comfortable and calm environment before the hustle and bustle of the busy pre-Christmas shopping begins.
Fun on the Slopes at Snowplanet
Touted as the coolest place in town we went to check out Snowplanet! Could we handle the cool? Could we slip and slide down the slopes with more sliding that slipping? Let's see!
Nanogirl Live! Out of This World
Nanogirl is inspiring kids to engage in science and engineering through explosive and entertaining live shows. Read the review.
10 places to get the best Santa photo
The annual Santa photo is a great way to capture how your children grow and change each year. Find your nearest friendly Santa from the list below.
Tips for when you require medical treatment overseas
When we are at home in New Zealand we are able to access (mostly free) healthcare however when we are away from New Zealand the cost of health care can be very expensive.
Minimising the inconvenience of lost items when travelling
No matter how well organised you are, things can still go wrong when you are travelling however there are tips and tricks to help minimise the negative impact this will have on your holiday.
Things to check in your travel insurance policy
Congratulations on your pregnancy and good idea to take a holiday before bubs arrives. Insurance is always an essential when travelling and it is never more important than when you are pregnant.
Pregnancy, travel and insurance
Congratulations on your pregnancy and good idea to take a holiday before bubs arrives. Insurance is always an essential when travelling and it is never more important than when you are pregnant.
Why travel insurance is essential
When we are at home in New Zealand we are able to access (mostly free) healthcare however when we are away from New Zealand the cost of health care can be very expensive.
Anna van Riel’s new album Fishing for Stars out soon
Anna van Riel's Echo is the second single from the new collection of songs on 'Fishing for Stars' due out November 23rd.
36 easy chores you can start your kids on today
Jobs piling up around the house? We have a great list of age-appropriate chores you can get the kids involved with and help take some pressure of yourself!
Is it time to ban the public sale of fireworks?
An increasing number of people are moving away from purchasing fireworks for their own backyard Guy Fawkes celebrations, amid growing concern for animal welfare, as well as the risk of injury or the potential to start a fire.
The 2019 holiday hack saving you annual leave
There's currently a 'holiday hack' doing the rounds of the internet on how Monday to Friday workers may be able to get 10 days off in a row in 2019 by using only three days of annual leave - and it's during the school holidays!
New children’s book and album takes you down memory lane
Be prepared to smile, laugh, reminisce and even shed a little tear (of joy of course), with a new children's book and album that takes you down memory lane - These Memories Make You and Me.
LEGO City Arctic at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Auckland
Up for an Arctic Expedition these school holidays? Become an Arctic Explorer with LEGO City Arctic at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium in Auckland these holidays and start your expedition challenge.
COMMON (Stonekeeper) SMALLFOOT Q & A
To celebrate the release of SMALLFOOT in cinemas September 27th, rapper and actor Common (Now You See Me, Happy Feet 2, Date Night) talks about playing the character Stonekeeper the Yeti.
ZENDAYA (Meechee) SMALLFOOT Q & A
To celebrate the release of SMALLFOOT in cinemas September 27th, actress Zendaya (The Greatest Showman, Spider-Man Homecoming) talks about working with Channing Tatum and co-writing the song for the film, “A Wonderful Life”.
CHANNING TATUM (Migo) SMALLFOOT Q & A
To celebrate the release of SMALLFOOT in cinemas September 27th, actor Channing Tatum (Step Up, Jupiter Ascending, The Lego Movie) talks about taking his daughter to see the film and how he found his character Migo’s voice!
Picking the best campsite for your first family camping trip
Tempted to take your first camping trip as a family? One of the biggest considerations is the campsite you are going to visit.
Tips for taking kids on a cruise holiday
Ever thought about taking the kids on a cruise? Kym shares her top tips from her Fiji cruise adventure with her daughters.
Feeling the power pinch?
Kiwis are paying 79% more for electricity than we were in 1990. Are you feeling the power pinch?
Celebrate Māori Language Week with Mahi Pai!
On Saturday 15th September, shoppers at Westfield Manukau will be treated to an interactive children's show by the South Auckland group, Mahi Pai.
Book review: When We Remember to Breathe
There is a sea change happening in parenting books – not only their content and authorship but also the way they are published. ‘When We Remember to Breathe’ is a collaboration this time between two mothers -Michele Powles and Renee Liang - and addresses the ups and down of parenting are laid out in stark detail – no pain or pleasure is glossed over.
The Wonky Donkey and the Scottish Granny
The awesomeness that is the beloved children's book, The Wonky Donkey, is amassing a whole new following thanks to the power of social media.
