Sausage and potato tray bake
This dish is a favourite in our household and a regular request! It's also a fantastic way to use up leftovers and bits and pieces from the fridge.
Sausage and mash pie
Kiwis love a pie and you will love how simple this version is to cook. They're so tasty the kids might not even notice the veg that's hiding under the creamy mash topping.
Cheesymite Sausage Pizza
Follow the step-by-step recipe using Hellers Cheesymite Sausages and enjoy the cheesiest and mightiest pizza!
Family review: Kids Don’t Come With A Manual
We asked several of our Kidspot families to review the parenting TV series, "Kids Don't Come With A Manual". Read their reviews now and see what tikanga/values whānau shared with us. Kids Don't Come With A Manual is made with support from NZ On Air.
Sneaky sausage rolls
When you're short on time and big on appetite, these sneaky sausage rolls are quick and tasty.
Easy sausage kebabs
Forget about chewy steak and dry chicken – chuck some sausage pieces on your kebab and dinner is served!
American hotdogs with peppers & onions
Create a taste sensation that the whole family will enjoy with these "hyped up" hotdogs.
Turn up the fun (and noise!) at MOTAT’s Make Music exhibition
Make some noise with the new Whakatangi Puoro Make Music exhibition at MOTAT - it's all about turning up the fun!
A Gift For Every Reader This Christmas
Books make marvellous gifts for friends and family at Christmas. To help you choose a title that's just right for your gift giving, Paper Plus has brought together a selection of their top Penguin Books for Christmas 2024.
When You Discover … “Kids Don’t Come With A Manual”
To help your journey as a parent, Nathan Mikaere-Wallis is back for a second series of Kids Don't Come With A Manual with science-based, easy-to-understand solutions to problems in the whānau. Made with support from NZ On Air.
Red Seal Toothpaste | Free Trial
We've given 50 families the opportunity to trial and review Red Seal Toothpaste. Watch for their reviews.
Red Seal Kids Melties | Free Trial
We gave 50 families the opportunity to trial and review Red Seal Kids Melties. Read the reviews now.
Beyond bangers & mash: Fun ways to serve Hellers Cheesymite sausages
Continuing a fine tradition of the best sausages in the land, Hellers have a brand new summer sensation - Cheesymite sausages! Check out six ways you can serve them up to the fam with our recipe round-up.
Expert Tips for a 5-Minute Makeup Routine
Your daily make-up routine doesn’t have to be time-consuming - in fact, it can take just five minutes!
Treat Your Skin With Make-Up By Jane Iredale
If you've ever wished for make-up that's good for your skin, then get ready to discover The Skincare Make-up System by Jane Iredale.
9 Upstyling DIY Projects for Kids Rooms
Decorating a kids room has to be one of the most fun DIY projects, especially when you can upstyle an existing item into something new and funky with minimal cost.
The Benefits of Going Barefoot
Wearing no shoes helps our young children develop an awareness of two really important things: their surroundings, and their own bodies.
Settling your child into daycare before the arrival of a new sibling
The arrival of a new sibling is a major transition for young children. Settling them into daycare before the baby arrives, rather than after the baby's arrival can make a big difference.
Top Things To Do In Queenstown This Spring
This spring, experience Queenstown with fresh eyes! It's a great time of year to travel with the family, experience the beauty of the outdoors, unwind with some family fun, and create special holiday memories.
Discover Kaikōura: A Family-Friendly Adventure Awaits
Kaikōura, located on New Zealand's South Island, is the perfect spot for a family getaway, offering a wide range of activities that cater to all ages. From thrilling wildlife encounters to educational experiences and outdoor adventures, there's something for everyone in this charming coastal town. Here's a guide to some of the best things to see and do as a family in Kaikōura.
Discover the Mighty Waikato: Your Family-Friendly Spring Adventure
The Waikato is not just mighty in spirit. This geographically and culturally diverse region is home to an abundance of activities and attractions that will keep the family entertained and awe-struck, with smiles as wide as the Waikato River. Plan your spring adventure with our guide to the best places to see, things to do, and kai to refuel you for another mighty Waikato day.
Kids Tell Us About Their Fave Pizzas
One of the great things about pizzas is that you can adapt them easily to suit everyone's tastes. We asked some kids to share with us what their favourite pizza is, and also to dream up their ultimate pizza topping combination. Join us as we explore the world of pizza's real and imaginary.
Essentials For Your Winter Wellness Kit
As the winter weather rolls on and we tuck ourselves away together indoors, the risk of catching an unwanted illness can increase. Get ready for this eventuality with a winter wellness kit so, if someone in your family gets sick, you have the essentials on hand.
Yakult LIGHT
We gave five families the opportunity to trial and review Yakult LIGHT. Read their reviews.
Make The Move To Homegrown Vegies
With the cost of living crisis continuing to bite at the heels of Kiwi families, it’s a great time to consider the multiple benefits of growing your own vegetables.
Barker’s Super Fruit Crush Multipack Pouches
We gave 50 members the opportunity to trial and review Barker’s Super Fruit Crush Multipack Pouches. Read the reviews now.
Meet The Newest Member Of The Blistex Family
Since 1947 Blistex has been cheerleading for happy, healthy lips and it's delighted to introduce you to the newest family member - Agave Rescue. Packed with all the goodness of Agave, Peach, and Kakadu Plum extracts, this powerhouse lip balm will revitalise, soften and moisturise your lips like nothing else.
Review | Cricut EasyPress 3
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.
Ultimate Breakfast Oat Pancakes
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!
Nibblish Pure Fruit Swirls
We're giving 50 members the opportunity to trial and review Nibblish Pure Fruit Swirls. Read their reviews now.