Eight headaches not to ignore
When is a headache more than just a headache? While all of us know the feeling of a sore head from too little water or sleep, or too much alcohol and stress, other headaches signal a deeper problem. Back in 7000 BC, it was believed that demons and evil spirits were the cause […]
Growing community
An outdoor fanatic. Nature lover. Water enthusiast. And a mother to a young family. These are just a few of the characteristics that define Sarah Wiblin – the new manager of Hanmer Springs’ Thermal Pools and Spas. Just seven months into the role and getting to know the Hanmer Springs community, Sarah (pictured) […]
Stronger nails in 10 days – Dr Tom
Want to trade manicure-damaged, brittle nails for a strong set in just 10 days? This is Dr Tom’s backed-by-science story. In the 1990s, Tom Cawood was a typical teenager, with a passion for guitars, rugby, beer, and trout fishing. Fast forward 30 years and Tom, now a senior physician at Christchurch Hospital, has […]
Nadia Lim’s Merry Cherry Trifle
“My Aunty Pippa makes a bloody good trifle,” Nadia writes in her latest book, Nadia’s Farm Kitchen. The key, she says, is homemade (not bought) sponge, homemade custard (made with cream), and a good dry sherry (lots of it). This recipe leans into the beauty of homemade food, and is sure to please […]
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