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EDITOR’S LETTER nā Sido

Things I love…

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SERVICE with a SMILE • Her Royal Highness marches on with majesty, grace and optimism, but what does the future hold for the firm?

DAME PATSY REDDY • Chats with the Queen are just part of the job for Dame Patsy Reddy. The Governor-General sits down with Sharon Stephenson to talk about sexism, social media and stepping down after a wonderful whirl.

‘Why mothers deserve better’ • Birth is birth, no matter which way you do it. In her own words, mum-of-two Gemma McCaw shares her very different experiences and hopes society will stop with the delivery drama.

Smart living • When buying a broadband package, there are three important things you should consider.

Real talk • Radio, TV and social media sensation Bree Tomasel tells Siena Yates how tuning out the naysayers allowed her to live her dream.

A COMPETE nightmare • Rosemary weighs up the pressures of PE class with the pitfalls of sport on the world stage.

Climb every mountain • Actor Miriama McDowell tells Siena Yates it wasn’t just talent, but tenacity, that helped her reach the top.

Land of plenty • Marlborough vineyard Lawson’s Dry Hills is committed to producing great wine that’s good for the planet.

Shelter from the storm • Domestic violence can often extend to animals, which is why Julie Chapman established Pet Refuge. She talks to Sophie Neville about creating a safe space for vulnerable creatures, great and small.

All the world’s a stage • As her theatre company marks 30 years, Sam Scott reveals the light-bulb moment of its inception.

WHAT ACTORS SAY ABOUT MASSIVE:

No junk mail • When an unexpected package lands in Nadine Higgins’ inbox, she has some questions.

At the helm • As head of the NZ Drug Foundation, Sarah Helm is eager to see drug law reform in our country. She tells Sharon Stephenson about the urgent need for change.

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Side hustle & bustle • Aroha Awarau speaks to three enterprising women who’ve turned their personal passions into profitable pursuits.

Field of dreams • Five years ago, Laura Koot swapped finance for farm life, and set up workshops to build women’s confidence while teaching them practical skills. Now, she tells Sharon Stephenson about pandemic panic and her new training institute.

Spice, spice, baby! • Winter is finally behind us, but cold days can linger, so I recommend hunkering down with one or more of these gorgeous curries.

PIG OUT • British butcher Miranda Ballard serves up perfect pork dishes for any occasion.

Transport yourself

Golden standard • Comvita’s range of UMF™-certified Mānuka honeys are tested and graded by purity and quality.

PRINTS CHARMING • Bright, bold, colourful… see a pattern? Inject some fun in to your wardrobe with these gorgeous graphic designs.

TOOLS of the TRADE • A great toolkit is essential to turn a good beauty regime into a sensational one. From the traditional to the high-tech, we’ve rounded up a selection of must-have devices you can use from the comfort of home. They’ll help you create a professional look and...