Opinion
Is negativity such a bad thing?
3No change ever happened to improve a situation without someone first being critical, negative or rebellious. More …
Architecture
Boom! An ambitious new approach to architecture
There's a new global housing development movement brewing, and it's known as BOOM. More …
Designworks on a recruiting roll
1Designworks' latest recruitment drive sees its ranks swell by four, with the appointment of two new design specialists at each of the Auckland and Wellington offices. More …
Advertising
St Matthew in the City stirs the pot with pregnancy billboard
8Auckland church St Matthew in the City is nothing if not willing to push the envelope, and its billboards are always big news in adland. More …
Durban outcome: Kyoto II and a historic step towards comprehensive global system for curbing emissions
1How much of the final outcome was driven by sheer exhaustion? More …
Broadband’s getting better – but consumers still shafted on voice prices
The Commerce Commission has pointed the finger at Telecom's high monthly rental prices. More …
Letterpress love lives on
Even as older technologies fade into obsolescence, newer ones pop up to help to preserve them. Here's LetterMpress, an app that lets you experience the charm of this old school craft. More …
Win! The View by Spartacus R – mutants and turds a bonus
2Mutant eggs, plasticine turds ... what's not to like about the new Spartacus R music video? More …
Design
Not-so-lethal weapons
We reckon UK designer Kyle Bean is the bomb. More …
Sand, straw and bamboo prove a winning formula at Holcim Awards
Following the regional Holcim Awards for sustainable construction projects for Latin America, Europe, Africa Middle East, and North America, the winners of the Asia Pacific Awards have been revealed, bringing the regional phase of the competition to a close. More …
Fishing
Gareth Morgan gives everyone a slap about fishing
2When Gareth Morgan set out to address members of the public at the launch of his new book Hook, Line and Blinkers – a critical look at New Zealand’s fishing industry – he didn’t set out to make friends. More …
Ecostore beats out big brands in consumer survey
Ecostore's laundry detergent was the standout performer in a recent survey by Canstar Blue, beating big brands Persil, Reflect and Fab. More …
Growth is good: Behind the Deloitte Fast 50
Once upon a time growth was seen a problematic. Now, it's recognised as a core marker of progress.
Compost: A $30 million benefit
4A Putaruru trial has found the key to composting success: separating food waste from green waste. More …
The trail to zip-up-shoes
4Seasoned travellers know that every square centimetre of space in their packs is precious. There's no room for bulk and no room for extras in their luggage – and shoes are the worst offenders. More …