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The ultimate guide for moving to Australia
There are just over 598,000 New Zealanders permanently living in Australia. If you're thinking about joining their ranks and moving from Aotearoa to the Great Southern Land, there's a lot to comprehend - but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Family review: Bounce Inc
Discover the magic of freestyle at Bounce Inc! Looking for a great venue for the family to get active and have some freestyle fun together? Bounce Inc offers a range of adventure-challenge features for adrenaline hunters of any age.
Review | Wētā Workshop Unleashed
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!
Family Fun At Paradise Resort On The Gold Coast
The Gold Coast has always been one of the top Australian destinations for holidaying Kiwi families. It's a short three-hour flight away to the white sands of Surfers Paradise where we can slip into shorts and tees and enjoy a relaxing break away under the Queensland sun. To help you find family-friendly accommodation on the GC, we sent a Kidspot family away for a fun time exploring the award-winning Paradise Resort Gold Coast. Read the review here.
Six Family Road Trip Ideas For Families In New Zealand
If you’re looking for some family road trip ideas in New Zealand, we’ve got you covered. Whether your crew is full of adrenaline-seekers or you need some serious R&R, there is plenty to see and do. But the key to any great road trip is the ride.
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Review: New Ziploc Seal Top Bags
When you hear the word "Ziploc" you know that it's referring to resealable bags. But what you may not realise is that Ziploc is actually a new product to New Zealand - it's just one of those brand names that have become synonymous with the product. To find out if Ziploc products live up to their fame, I tried out a selection of products from the Ziploc range.
Download Our Weekly Dinner Meal Planner
Not sure what to make for dinner this week? We've taken the stress out of planning dinner with our printable meal planner. Grab your ingredients and whip together these family friendly recipes.
Lee Kum Kee Slow Cook Sauce for Sweet & Spicy Beef
Sweet & Spicy Beef is a regional Chinese dish famous for its bold and exciting flavours. With a punch mix of sweet and spicy, this ready sauce is sure to tingle your tastebuds.
Valerie Adams is Barbie’s New Role Model
Barbie™ has revealed the official 2020 role model for New Zealand as Dame Valerie Adams - a model of empowerment for girls.
Being a Mum is Not a Job
Being a mum is more than just housework and childcare - it's the most important job in the world.
A letter to my daughter on her birthday
Frank Jasper, the Chief Investment Officer at Fisher Funds writes a letter to his daughter Chelsea on her birthday.
1000 Letters for Suicide Prevention
On World Suicide Prevention Day 2019, Mike King and the mental health charity The Key to Life Charitable Trust launched a new study into the final letters or messages left by victims of suicide.
How to Foster Great Relationships With Grandparents
Encouraging our children to connect with their grandparents is one of the most important things we can do as parents, explains Jane Barry.
10 Ways to Keep Toys Clean and Organised
If the toys are taking over, then it's time to regain some sanity with our tips on keeping toys clean and organised.
105 Is The New Non-Emergency Number
NZ Police have a new non-emergency number - you can now call 105. Just remember, in an emergency, always call 111.
It’s a Boy! The Royal Baby is Here
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced the arrival of their baby boy.
Talking to Your Kids About The Christchurch Attack
An attack on two mosques in the city of Christchurch has left 50 people dead and a nation in shock. Within minutes our country's innocence was gone. So, how do we talk to the kids about it?
Mum Boards Plane Forgetting Her Baby
A plane leaving Jeddah International Airport had to return after takeoff when a Saudi mother accidentally left her newborn baby at the terminal.
Having a Good Relationship With Your Ex For The Sake of the Kids
Your ex partner and you can have a good relationship after separation and divorce. Dr Justin Coulson offers advice on creating a 'parenting' relationship.
How to Tell Your Children You’re Separating
Deciding to separate from your partner is never easy. But when you are a family, figuring out how to break it to the kids and explain separation and divorce can be a struggle for many couples.
Conquer the Laundry Pile in 3 Easy Steps
Learn how to conquer the laundry pileup with these easy steps to orgainising the seemingly neverending washing.
Did Sesame Street’s Grover drop the F-bomb?
Does Grover have a potty mouth? Or was it an innocent mispronunciation?
The McCaws welcome a baby girl
NZ's sporting royalty, Gemma and Richie McCaw, welcome their first child.
How can you balance work, family and self?
Well-being strategist, Kelly Carthy, looks at how we can balance work, family and self, by optimising our capability to contribute to the world in a more meaningful way.
Can’t find a babysitter? 5 ways to get romantic at home
No babysitter for a date night? Put the kids to bed and try out these hot tips for a romantic night in the comfort of your very own home.
Social media storm over change table request
A cafe in a little Manawatu town has created a big social media storm after a customer made a request for a change table in the men's toilets. But it's not the request that has everyone up in arms, but more the response.
Science Says That Having Kids Ages Mums By 11 Years
Scientists report that women who have given birth appear to age faster biologically than those that are childfree. The difference on a cellular level was equivalent to around 11 years. We think we know why!
The Dyson Cyclone V10™ cordfree stick vacuum
The Dyson Cyclone V10 is not just a new vacuum, I believe it's a revolution in cleaning! Here's why.