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Ditching the kinship of cigarettes - 'got a light cuz?'

Half a million New Zealanders still smoke daily. About 13 die every day as a result.

Use it or lose it - stay physically active

Modern sedentary lifestyles have more people in "lose it" than "use it" mode.

Louis Baker - 'I want to make people feel less alone'

Aotearoa neo-soul star Louis Baker on the personal story behind his new music.

The Branson effect - stay fit, healthy and prosper

The essential component of a healthy business is a healthy owner, writes Carolyn Hansen.

Strength training fuels immune system

Exercise shifts ones' focus away from any external factors producing stress.

Is this NZ's saddest school lunch?

Despite one issue, Kaitaia principal said students are eating well and wanting more.

New Plymouth boasts pride and vitality

New Plymouth has palpable pride in its craft producers writes Mike Yardley

Add years to your life and life to your years

Like a bank account or financial investment, small action steps have a compounding effect.

Indulge yourself - live stress free

We must "do unto ourselves the virtues we've been taught to live and give to others."

Relax the mind - activate the body

Is your mind more active than your body? It might be time to recalibrate the dynamic duo.

Paradise Pets evacuate with 26 furry friends

Paradise Pets Grooming followed the tsunami evacuation message with 26 dogs in tow. Video / Supplied

No new Covid community cases but 'we're not out of the woods' - Bloomfield

Lack of new cases was encouraging, says health boss.

Carolyn Hansen: Power of fasting

Ditching sugar highs, lows and tapping into fat as a sustainable fuel is better for you.

Mother Nature's treats are best

Time to ditch low-nutrient, look-a-like non-foods - candy, cakes, snack bars, chips, soda.

Tropic alert: Humid days and 'seriously' sticky nights

Warm air straight from the tropics will have you throwing off both blankets and sheets!

The 'granddaddy' of hormones - HRH

Do you want to stop the ageing process in its tracks and improve your overall health?

Jacob McSweeny: Two road rage incidents with vastly different outcomes

Opinion: When the middle finger fails to deliver your road rage message.

Pandemic brightside

No matter how dark any situation seems on the outside, it comes with a silver lining.