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‘It’s always a joy’: Harry Sinclair on Kiri and Lou Go Raaa!‘I've written some adult things and got quite depressed and grumpy writing them, and that's never happened writing Kiri and Lou.’ By Claire Mabey | 5th August, 2026Books editor
New and approved: Parbon Tasty Kitchen, AucklandThis low-key Mt Albert spot showcases a frankly astonishing range of Bengali dishes.By Charlotte Muru-Lanning | 5th August, 2026Contributing writer
‘Slow is my favourite speed’: Trish Harris on the genius of Eric Carle'...Not just for walking, but for completing any task – including writing a book!'By The Spinoff Review of Books | 5th August, 2026⚖️
Guy Montgomery on the secret to creativity and the power of the phone call'Be generous with your creativity. If you’ve thought of one good idea, you can think of another one.'By Life Advice | 5th August, 2026Guest writer
NZ’s housing affordability contradiction – Labour MP Helen White says the quiet part out loudYesterday, Labour MP Helen White broke with her party, and the New Zealand political status quo, to say that for housing to get more affordable prices would have to “come down.”By Henry Oliver | 5th August, 2026Bulletin editor
If AI is about to upend everything, where’s all the AI policy?So far, the only party to release any AI policy for the 2026 election is the Greens. By Joel MacManus | 5th August, 2026Senior writer
OpinionThe little shits are coming from inside the HouseAct wants to deal with the little shits in the classroom. Perhaps they should clean up the ones on their own turf first.By Hayden Donnell | 5th August, 2026Senior writer
Review: Ms X is fresh, funny and full of surprisesThree’s latest local drama grabs the crime genre by the scruff of the neck and breathes vital new life into it.By Tara Ward | 4th August, 2026Staff writer
How a viral haircut catapulted a NZ rapper onto the US chartsFat Papi’s ‘Freaked Out’ has landed on the Billboard Hot 100 – and it’s all thanks to a TikTok-famous haircut.By Chris Schulz | 4th August, 2026Guest writer
Dating Files: A trans person meeting a lot of ‘flaky, boring fuckboys’'Currently taking a pause for my sanity.'By Dating Files | 31st July, 2026Guest writer
Help Me Hera: I can’t stand the sight of my partnerI am desperate for a little space!By Hera Lindsay Bird | 30th July, 2026
Eight things to know about the new Western Springs BowlIt has a new name and is about to enter a new era. Here’s what you need to know about the reimagined Auckland venue.By Henry Oliver | 29th July, 2026
Help Me Hera: Is it ever a good idea to reconnect with an ex?A question from the stars of Bryn and Ku’s Singles Club.By Hera Lindsay Bird | 28th July, 2026
The cost of being: A dad and first-time homeowner who hates sneaky fees'If you request tips I will never return or use the service again – pay your staff correctly or adjust your pricing.'By The Cost of Being | 28th July, 2026