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Auckland financial entrepreneur Hannah McQueen aims to shake up healthcare industry with new company Age Brightly

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From Financial Freedom to Future Health: Hannah McQueen’s New Vision for Aging Hannah McQueen, founder of the successful financial coaching business Enable.me, is charting a new course – one focused on preventative healthcare for New Zealand’s aging population. After selling Enable.me in 2023, McQueen initially considered a quieter life, but a growing conviction about a … Read more

Small business stress: Nearly half of owners say they have considered giving up, Xero report finds

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The Hidden Costs of Entrepreneurship: Why Small Business Stress is Rising The life of a small business owner is often romanticized, but a new report from Xero reveals a stark reality: a significant rise in stress levels. A concerning 75% of New Zealand small business owners surveyed reported feeling more stressed this financial year than … Read more

On The Up: Northland couple land rare Duke University scholarships worth combined $1.25m

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A New Zealand student’s long-held dream of attending Duke University in North Carolina is now a reality, thanks to a scholarship worth approximately $500,000. Charissa, a former student of Kerikeri High School, will pursue theatre studies at the prestigious university. A Childhood Dream Realized Charissa’s connection to Duke University dates back to childhood visits with … Read more

Spectacular ice blocks clog up Germany’s Elbe River

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The Big Freeze and Beyond: How Climate Change is Rewriting Europe’s River Landscapes Recent scenes of the Elbe River choked with Arctic-like ice floes in northern Germany aren’t just a spectacle – they’re a stark signal of a changing climate and a preview of potential future trends for European waterways. While seemingly counterintuitive in a … Read more

New FDA food pyramid focuses heavily on protein

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The Evolving Plate: How New Dietary Guidelines Signal a Shift Towards Personalized Nutrition The recent FDA dietary guidelines, emphasizing protein and whole foods, aren’t just a refresh of the food pyramid. They represent a growing trend: a move away from one-size-fits-all dietary advice and towards a more individualized approach to nutrition. While the core message … Read more

On The Up: Mangonui schoolboys honoured for saving classmate in playground emergency

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Three students have been recognized for their quick thinking and bravery after a classmate experienced a medical emergency at school. The students promptly alerted staff and called for an ambulance, ensuring the classmate received immediate care and has since recovered. Recognizing Courage and Calm The students were awarded Courage in Action bravery awards by Hato … Read more

Rotorua’s Lakeland Queen up for sale seven weeks after reopening

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The Lakeland Queen’s Second Chance: A Ripple Effect for Rotorua Tourism The recent sale of the Lakeland Queen, a Rotorua icon, marks more than just a change in ownership. It’s a bellwether for the evolving landscape of New Zealand’s tourism sector, particularly for heritage and experience-based attractions. After a challenging period following the pandemic and … Read more

Timeshare decline: Bay of Islands resort among latest to wind up after High Court ruling

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The Sunset of Timeshares: What’s Next for Holiday Ownership? For decades, timeshares promised the perfect annual getaway – a slice of paradise guaranteed, year after year. But a recent wave of legal challenges, coupled with shifting holiday preferences, is casting a long shadow over the industry. From winding up resorts like Bishop Selwyn in Paihia, … Read more

Pāpāmoa Padel: Bay of Plenty’s Fastest Growing Sport

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Padel’s Rapid Rise: From Boutique Sport to Mainstream Fitness Craze Pāpāmoa, New Zealand, is witnessing a microcosm of a global trend: the explosive growth of padel. More than just a tennis-adjacent sport, padel is rapidly gaining traction as a social, accessible, and surprisingly addictive activity. The story of Tony and Rachel Sweetman’s Padel Club NZ, … Read more

Michael Bolton’s daughters open up as singer fights aggressive brain cancer

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Michael Bolton’s Battle and the Rising Tide of Glioblastoma Awareness The recent news of Michael Bolton’s brain cancer diagnosis – Glioblastoma – has brought a harsh spotlight to a particularly aggressive form of the disease. While Bolton’s resilience and positive outlook are inspiring, his story underscores a critical need for increased research, improved treatment options, … Read more

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