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Careers advice from Richie McCaw

Careers with Hartwith Jay Hart Within a matter of days, Richie McCaw is expected to announce his retirement from Rugby. But two weeks ago, at the end of the Rugby World Cup, when a reporter questioned Richie about his retirement, Richie said, 'We'll... Read More

In it for the long haul

Tales from the Fitness Campwith Dan Sheridan The end of week five, and the halfway stage of my LIFE Personal Fitness camp has been reached (not that I'm counting down the days). If I've learned anything so far, it's the importance of what you... Read More

Cricket at a crossroads once more

Sideline SidSports correspondant & historian www.sunlive.co.nz Cricket stands on the brink of the unknown again, with the first day/night test match kicking off between the Black Caps and that team from across the ditch in Adelaide on Friday week. The... Read More

Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide

Weather Eyewith John Maunder Carbon dioxide is a colourless, odourless gas vital to life on Earth. This naturally occurring chemical compound is composed of a carbon atom covalently double bonded to two oxygen atoms. Carbon dioxide exists in the... Read More

Puffy ankles?

John ArtsAbundant Living www.johnarts.co.nz One of the more common problems I deal with is lower leg circulation problems. Typically the area around the ankles becomes swollen especially towards the end of the day. Long distance travel can make... Read More

Seven years delivering for all New Zealanders

Todd TalksBy Todd Muller It's now seven years since National was elected to Government. We've been busy from day one, focusing on the economy, law and order, education and health. Here's just a snapshot of our achievements during the past seven... Read More

Why should we be ashamed to eat?

Catching up with NatalieBy Natalie Bridges I can understand why secret eating has become more prevalent. That's where you hurriedly stuff yummy things into your mouth in private, behind the fridge door or with your head in the cupboard. I think... Read More

More gloating in the euphoria

Brian RogersRogers Rabbits www.sunlive.co.nz Some of you seem unable to move on from the euphoria of the Rugby World Cup win. And good on you. Gloating fans have been bombarding us with stories and jokes, many of which are not fit to be published.This... Read More

Reducing the number of pokie machines

Matt CowleyTauranga City Councillor Did you know that councils set limits on the number pokie machines operating within its area? During the next month, we will be seeking your views on Tauranga City Council's draft new rules for pokie machines... Read More

Booming city stress for locals

Clayton MitchellNew Zealand First MP Houses selling quickly, an influx of migration and a host of jobs being listed online are great for our City. But a booming city also means higher rent, fewer families able to buy their first homes, many that... Read More

Access to Water CBD

Catherine StewartTauranga City Councillor Further public consultation is occurring regarding access to water on Tauranga's CBD. There will be information available on Council's website. Council's draft Gambling Venues Policy was discussed at council... Read More

Stay calm and take exams

Careers with Hartwith Jay Hart It's NCEA time again and, depending on how they handle stress, your teenagers are either a mess or eerily calm. Either way, here's a bit of advice on how you can help your teen beat the test stress. Encourage your... Read More