Friends

Inside the barbershop giving men a place to open up

“Anyone can walk through those doors. A priest, a businessman, a schoolboy, a gang member, and there is no judgment put on them.”

Meet Fitz, the owner…

Beautiful post-lockdown reunions to make you cry

Take two minutes to soak up the love and joy in these level 2 reunion moments. Then give your loved ones some bone-crushing hugs!

Not a Blanket Approach: Hamish's Story

After reaching his limits with depression, Hamish learnt it's okay to ask for help. Now he's advocating for rural communities to open up, and get rid…

Not a Blanket Approach: Norma's Story

When Norma lost her husband, she felt she lost half of herself. As loneliness threatened to creep in, it was her beautiful beach community that helped…

Surrogate grandparents

Grandparents and their mokopuna often have a special bond, but distance and other obstacles can be challenging. Now you can be matched with 'surrogate grandparents', who…

Should pets be allowed in all rental properties?

Having a pet can turn a house into a home, but many rental properties just won't allow them. Should renters in Aotearoa have the right to…

Kaitaia students tackling bullying at their school

We went and spoke with some of the students at Kaitaia College who have experienced bullying and have decided to do something about it.

Imaginary Friends

Everybody meet The Little Old Man... you might have to get a little creative, as only our pal Alex can see him! ??

Drone racer

Fight Club? More like Flight Club... Drone racing is the sport of the future! We chatted with Fraser all about the new way to pass time…

Meeting friends a differently

Whoever said internet friends aren't real friends should consider going along to a Wellington Reddit meet up. You might even meet the love of your life...…

Meet-Ups - a new(ish) way to make friends

In a slightly ironic mission, Meetup events get people OFF the internet and making friends IRL. Whether you love magic, drawing or just want a chat,…

Two teenage girls who murdered

The result of this teen friendship was anything but heavenly. Meet the girls who schemed to keep their friendship alive through one of New Zealand's most…

Who can be a dancer?

Jesse and Catherine aren't just dance partners, they're mates. The duo met at Touch Compass Dance Trust, New Zealand's only inclusive dance company ??

Living in the Big House, an urban commune

22 people live in this urban commune. It’s called the Big House. ????

Dungeon Queering

Every Wednesday in a central Auckland dungeon, a group of adventurers fight forces of darkness...and you're welcome to join!

Lola's photography is inspired by missions and her mates

Lola Photography takes photos. Lola's photos are incredible. Watch below to get some tips about the next time you're on the hunt for that perfect 'gram…

How dress ups and cosplay changed Jessica Nigri's life

As her Facebook page says, Jessica Nigri is "just a girl trying to make friends" and by the looks of it she's doing pretty well. With…

Katayanagi Twins Vs. The World

The Katayanagi Twins are taking on the world. When they're not DJing they're modelling, even making it into Vogue - and not Australian Vogue, 'Vogue Vogue'…