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How secondhand store co-founder Rose Hope transforms landfill-destined garments into customer-ready clothing
Rose Hope, co-founder of the Karangahape Rd boutique, has spent the week searching for pieces that suit the brief. Like many of her sourcing sessions from the last 13 years, it’s been a gruelling hunt. Each time it seems to take longer and longer.“We’re not super passionate about adding more …
Is New Zealand fashion glamorous? Kevin Berkahn wants to prove it is
Now, after years in storage after its only wear, the dress is set to have another outing. In May, it will be featured in the Fashioning Power, Fashioning Peace exhibition and gala at President Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC. The event will showcase designs from over 50 countries, each …
Nearly $19m paid out in energy bill support last year, average grant high
Nearly $19 million was paid out in support to New Zealanders struggling with energy bills last year, an average of more than $500 per grant.
Revealed: NZ’s elite soldiers were required to ‘look after’ 501s in MIQ
New Zealand’s most elite military force was required to “look after” 501 deportees from Australia in a managed isolation quarantine facility (MIQ) during the height of Covid-19.
Analysis: David Seymour’s privatisation talk pushes his agenda back into spotlight
Christopher Luxon claims no one is talking about privatisation - but his future deputy Prime Minister certainly is.
Exclusive: David Seymour expected to blow open controversial privatisation debate
Act leader David Seymour is today expected to blow open what will likely be a controversial public debate on privatisation, the Herald understands.
Analysis: Inside National's caucus retreat as MPs accept reshuffle fate
Christopher Luxon began the political year early on Sunday with his National Cabinet reshuffle, framed around creating a “refreshed team” with an intense focus on “economic growth” – two words we’ll likely hear a lot this year.
A street-style photographer on a year of vibrant NZ fashion
The shot, taken within the Samoan village of the festival in March, captures attendee Urlin Mulitalo standing against a red backdrop held by her cousin Blessing (left) and her brother Gideon (right). Viva’s creative and fashion director Dan Ahwa noted that Urlin’s ensemble stood out for its mix of contemporary …
A street-style photographer on a year of vibrant NZ fashion
The shot, taken within the Samoan village of the festival in March, captures attendee Urlin Mulitalo standing against a red backdrop held by her cousin Blessing (left) and her brother Gideon (right). Viva’s creative and fashion director Dan Ahwa noted that Urlin’s ensemble stood out for its mix of contemporary …
Exclusive: ‘Urgent’ texts with National staff after Andrew Bayly’s notorious ‘loser’ incident
A series of frantic mid-Question Time text messages from Andrew Bayly to Government staffers amid scrutiny over his actions at a winery in October have been revealed in a release of documents from his office.
Minister won't take personal responsibility for inappropriate actions in youth boot camps
The Children’s Minister won’t take personal responsibility if there are inappropriate actions in her proposed military-style academies scheme (MSAs) for young offenders.
Exclusive: Leaked email reveals government departments’ concerns about boot camp proposal
A leaked email shows government departments had concerns about how military-style academies would uphold the rights of children.
Road to the runway: Designer Caitlin Snell is ready to take a bow
The embellishment has been clipped into hairstylings everywhere from the stage at Spark Arena, where American singer-songwriter Wallice donned two cream satin bows with braids, to the crowds at Kahuria: New Zealand Fashion Week 2023. Stockists from Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to Ōtautahi Christchurch have integrated the bows into their offerings …
PM claimed no conversation on use-of-force in boot camps, despite Cabinet already agreeing to it
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon claimed to have not had conversations about providing military-style academy providers with use-of-force powers, despite those powers already existing in some circumstances and Cabinet agreeing to expand them months ago.
Exclusive: Leaked document reveals minister's admission of risks of allowing boot camp staff to use force against children
A leaked ministerial document from the Children’s Minister shows an admission that giving military-style academy providers the power to use force against children may be seen as “increasing the potential risk of abuse in custody”.
Second Auckland Harbour crossing: Next steps revealed, technical work to begin soon
The Government has tasked NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) with considering two potential options for an additional Waitematā Harbour crossing in Auckland, with technical work expected to begin in the coming months.
Christopher Luxon interview: PM says Kiwis ‘want me to try’ to fulfil election promise despite hurdles
The Prime Minister says he has no regrets when it comes to promising a free trade agreement (FTA) with India this term despite the significant hurdles he faces and his own admission that New Zealand needs to deepen its relationship with India first.
East Asia Summit: Why Christopher Luxon's latest trip could be ‘hugely valuable’ for NZ
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s flying to Laos today for a meeting of world leaders, a trip being described as a “hugely valuable opportunity for New Zealand” in terms of bolstering our economic and security relationships.
Fast-track project list blows cover on proposal to double high-security prison capacity
The Government’s new fast-track project list has blown the cover on a proposal that would allow the capacity at the high-security Auckland Prison to be almost doubled.
Gagged health staff freed from ‘North Korean’ NDAs, agency admits ‘improvements’ could be made
Gagged Health New Zealand staff have been released from their non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) less than a week after Labour challenged the agency’s “North Korean” orders.
Was holidaying better in the 90s? Or did we just get old?
After holidaying in the same place for 30 years, Laura Millar reflects on how much life, and travel, has changed...
Shane Jones interview: Judith Collins ‘sought to school me’ after judge comments, to change approach
Shane Jones said Judith Collins ‘sought to school me’ after judge comments, to change approach
‘Bookworm’ costume designer on dressing for the hunt of the Canterbury Panther
“Luckily, Elijah embraced it. There was talk at one stage about wearing a white suit. And, obviously, the practicalities of that were something else so I kind of just hoped that it would disappear and it did ... ”AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.“They were really seminal for me, those wilderness family adventures. …
This new NZ-made film slices and dices at harmful beauty standards
The genre has also been a fruitful launching pad for plenty of stars throughout Hollywood history. Jenna Ortega was a Scream queen long before playing Wednesday Addams. Anya Taylor Joy caught critics’ eyes for her role in The Witch. Maika Monroe had her breakthrough in It Follows (she’s also the …
Viva Street Style: On World Climbing Day boulderers look to balance function and swagger
It’s also a sport where participants are invested in a sense of showmanship. Climbers will watch each other as they scale the walls, hoping to pick up tips on the techniques for a successful finish. This friendly exchange can encourage outfits that flaunt an awareness, with loud graphics plastered across …
Has school holiday boredom struck already? Head to Ruapehu this winter
Tucked atop a steep gravel road lies Tūkino Skifield, somewhat a hidden gem for powder hounds and located on the eastern face of Mount Ruapehu. While open to the public, it’s only accessible by 4WD.Albeit lesser-known in these parts, Tūkino has an old-school charm about it, run and operated by …