This brave bride shaved her head at her own wedding reception to pay tribute to her new husband who is battling terminal cancer.

Chocolate is the obvious one but others might surprise you.

Long office hours can damage your brain, a new study has found.

Gardening editor Lee Ann Bramwell reveals her tips to keep children entertained in the garden these school holidays.

The people who made them had just one job.

And the story of how they fell in love is beautiful!

We’re picturing moving in right now.

The winner of the Metro Peugeot Restaurant of the Year award has been announced

Growing up together…it’s wild!

Want to create your own DIY workspace in your home? Here’s how.

You'll never throw them in the garbage again.

After 72 years apart, Roy tracked down his great love Nora and popped the question.

Has one of the great mysteries of the human condition finally been explained?

A cake, a marching band… so many options.

Have you had it to the eyeballs with pesky fruit flies? Help is at hand.

Because no one wants to spend the whole weekend cleaning.

The famous trio have been transformed into cuddly versions of themselves.

They could be the million-dollar questions.

It's the clothes-folding secret you've been searching for.

Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani thinks girls are the product of a 'bravery deficit' in society.

Former Next Woman of the Year Julie Bartlett reveals how a sense of humour is the best tool to combat gender discrimination and inequality.

“Marriage is basically agreeing to not sleep in a comfortable position again for the rest of your life.”

Some handy advice from Garden Editor Lee Ann Bramwell on growing shrubs.

Usually relationships aren't over at the first sign of trouble – so how do you spot divorce looming? Top divorce lawyer Ayesha Vardag gives the internet her advice.

Lee Ann Heads to Dunedin for some botanic beauty

By this time of year, roses and other flowers have done their best and hopefully given you a marvellous display.

Can a critique of someone’s interior decorating include the presence of their surly 20-year-old?

Former fashion magazine editor Fiona Hawtin set herself a personal challenge: to embark on three projects she found intimidating in some way. She reports back from the Discomfort Zone.

Muffin cases, ice cube trays, drinking straws.. these and other humble everyday items take on problem-solving superpowers thanks to a little lateral thinking

The humble container has a myriad of Backyard uses

Take inspiration from these ideas so your flora and fauna is looking on-trend for the year ahead.

Jen Linney’s home-sewn pouf is a snazzy addition to a child’s playroom – or you could make one for your living room, then sit back and put your feet up!

Lee Ann has given in to the urge to grow this romantic, fragrant and versatile plant

“Nothing says Christmas like a pair of socks!”

Jackie French shares the six steps to a Christmas in bloom.

It’s not what you think…

Why waste money on store-bought crackers stuffed with cheap plastic gifts when you could make your own designer versions?

Team your craft projects with festive pieces to enhance the Christmas magic.

Make more out of your backyard by creating a chic living space.

For NEXT’s December issue, we talked to a number of high-profile Kiwis about how they survive Christmas stress and get into the festive spirit. Here are our quickfire Christmas questions…

Jackie French reveals the secrets of growing perfect roses, and tells us what to plant this month.

The magazine celebrates the achievements of some great Kiwi women.

Annabelle White has some tips to help avoid embarrassing blunders in the season of canapés and cocktails.

Small children – and the fairies! – will delight in this enchanting flower pot created by Kelly Vize.

Think you've got green fingers? Take our gardening quiz to see how much you know.

Jackie French tells us how to build a tomato tepee to ensure every tomato plant branch gets sunlight.

What do you get when you take a neuroscientist, an ancient superfood beloved by the Mayans, and combine them at the top of the Himalayas?

These career women "have it all", including the backing of their partners.

When those three words are the last ones you want to hear.

Pic makes peanut butter and daughter Bridie designs furniture and collectables, but both businesses reflect a family flair for creativity and craftsmanship, with a generous spread of humour.

Claire Robinson learnt early on that the more books you have at home, the more likely your kids are to succeed at school.

British author Jojo Moyes confesses she almost wrote off writing!

We girls love a fashion bargain! Here's how to work the web

Post-breakup, sometimes that’s simply not an option...

An Auckland couple have tied the knot after meeting each other for the first time on their big day

Whether heading to beach or bar, you’ll have style wrapped up in this easy-to-make spring kimono jacket, created by our sewing expert Jen Linney.

With open learning, knowledge is available at any time and any place.

Don’t believe everything you hear. Don’t believe what you hear about how to spot a liar, either.

Plants and simple fencing are cost-effective options for creating covered boundaries.

Having the right attitude in the office could help you climb that career ladder. Here are three simple tweaks you can make to improve your work life.

You can’t start a fire without a spark.

Give your mugs a quick pick me up with some colourful nail polish.

Our sewing expert Jen Linney has created a clever and stylish way to store your spuds with these hessian vegetable sacks.

If humans are meant to mate for life, why do so many of us get it so horribly wrong when it comes to choosing a partner?

The courts are finding new ways to right injustices in relationship property splits. Donna Chisholm looks at how the legal landscape is changing.

Sex and love can be an addiction as well as a part of life. This is how you can recognise and treat a love addiction.

A new survey shows Kiwis are interested in watching the home entertainment release of Fifty Shades of Grey

Jackie French shows you how to bring winter magic into your home.

At the Water's Edge is a great little page turner from the author of Water for Elephants.

This handsome little vest with embroidered soldiers will be perfect for the prince in your life!

As the world waits for the second royal baby, make like the English and celebrate with a scrumptious high tea

Tips to help you nurture your relationships and be a better friend

Honour our heroes with this pretty Anzac poppy pin.

The competitive Wardlaw men from Our First Home say a love of rugby league is embedded in their DNA.

As the Our First Home TV competition hits crunch time, the stars of the show reveal their unique Easter celebrations. The Schreuder Family For many, many years, Easter weekends were all sewn up for the Schreuder family, as the rock’n’roll dancers would spend the holiday at the national junior dancing competition. While Robyn was out […]

These cute little Easter bunny bags are sure to bring a smile to children’s faces. They are the perfect addition to your family Easter egg hunt.

Investing in property and shares can be a great way to give yourself a financial boost. Here are some top tips for investing your hard-earned cash.

Our First Home host Goran Paladin tells of his special bond with his mum, who raised him and his two siblings solo after her husband passed away.

We have plenty of Easter egg decorating ideas to help you add style to your Easter table. Whether you prefer polka dots, glitter or ombre, you'll find lots of inspiration for decorated eggs in our gallery.

Get back in the black with our guide to the ins and outs of finance. In association with Westpac.

It has been a tough time for Our First Home's Al Gourley, who has just lost his beloved mother.

Our First Home experts Eva Nash and Sara Hartigan talk about the challenging juggling act of being on TV, running their own businesses and looking after their gorgeous boys.

The Schreuders from TV One's Our First Home have one groovy hobby. When they're not renovating their house, the family enjoy competitive rock 'n' roll dancing.