Book review: Scooped
The latest book to come out of AUT Media (and the first new text on journalism in this country in a decade or so), Scooped: The politics and power of journalism in Aotearoa New Zealand runs the gamut from academic ... More …
Let’s embrace tinkering
A modern life is a life centred around technology – but do you know what goes into the products you use every day? Why don't we spend more time taking things apart?
Military firm demonstrates spray-on wifi booster
1Is there anything more frustrating than the struggle to obtain a decent wireless signal on your smartphone or tablet? More …
Kaye: Auckland’s finally growing up
Auckland Central MP Nikki Kaye is passionate about her city. And she thinks it's finally on the right track, stepping back and taking a longer-term view of issues with the Auckland Plan as a starting point. More …
Kono consolidates and rebrands with an eye on Asia
Wakatū Incorporation's food and beverage business arm has undergone a total makeover designed to boost exports, in particular to Asia. More …
Film
Christchurch architecture joins onscreen library
Christchurch's architecture may have taken a hit in the past year or so, but the latest addition to NZ On Screen's library includes the Christchurch episode of classic NZ architecture series, The Elegant Shed (to go with the ... More …
Japanese maze artist creates magical, miniature treehouses
You might have fond memories of a childhood treehouse, but we're betting they had nothing on this. More …
Win
Win! Limited edition Becks beer
1Fact: Beverages are infinitely more refreshing when contained in a limited edition receptacle. More …
Are environment and development diametrically opposed?
1In the Guardian, George Monbiot ponders whether protecting the environment is compatible with social justice. More …
Every Apple design ever (almost)
2Yep, even the forgotten ones. More …
Harnessing the ‘Columbo moment’
Motivational speaker Philip Hesketh reckons there are only two elements to corporate and personal success: the killer question and the Columbo moment. More …
Events
Learning from China’s environmental issues
Hear from Guardian environment correspondent Jonathan Watts. More …
Kiwi skateboarding trio complete their carboNZero-certified quest
Three Kiwis have become the first to skateboard the driest desert on earth on a green adventure. More …
Kiwis take their love public as Westfield ups the romance factor
Nothing says I love you like a massive sign outside a mall – so to tap into the romantic spirit of the day, Westfield has once again let New Zealanders publicly declare their affection on 12 billboards around the country as ... More …
Bank earnings buck the trend
1Despite the global recession, New Zealand’s five major banks all reported an increase in core earnings – from $2.3 to $2.8 billion – last year. More …