Riot 111: Wellington’s “terrorist” punk band
To celebrate the imminent release of a lovely vinyl platter capturing the key moments of Wellington's “terrorist” punk band Riot 111, here’s a story
How to find facts in the cracks leading up to the election
PAT PILCHER is sick and tired of opinionated and biased coverage of political issues and urges us to learn how to find the factual.
Witchdoctor’s essential guide to travel tech
Deciding on which gadgets you need for your winter holiday can be a real task. Thank goodness for PAT PILCHER and his indispensible guide.
The sad lot of the modern wine writer
Feast or famine – flood or drought. Such are the life and times of a keen as Kiwi wine critic, writes PHIL PARKER.
Wellington On A Plate – Gastrofantastique!
Winter in Wellington is a testing time for PAT PILCHER's gastronomic juices and it's all because of the delights on offer at WOAP.
Astrolabe wines are out of this world
Witchdoctor's wine guru PHIL PARKER has a sneaky taste of some wines from Marlborough's Astrolabe family winery.
Picture imperfect – wee monsters behaving
Raising kids is an object lesson in the flaws of humanity, but small signals keep optimism’s flame burning, writes GARY STEEL.
Boomer With Bubbas – Blankies and cot climbers
It’s almost too much. Old Dad GARY STEEL chronicles two significant developments in a single week.
School holidays – the torture never stops
GARY STEEL has made it through another marathon school holiday, but he’s exhausted and his nerves are frayed. Is there a better way?
Martinborough – what to drink, eat and see there
Martinborough is a quiet achiever that delivers winning wines. PETER GRIFFIN loves it so much he even bought a crib there.
Reality Bites – The Post-Pandemic Blues
CARRIE STEELE was looking forward to the trip of a lifetime when the world went bat-crazy. Now, she's looking at the bigger picture.
Why Are We Letting Our Politicians Act Like Schoolyard Thugs?
Toxic bids to seek political advantage are undermining democracy and damaging stability in New Zealand, writes PAT PILCHER.
Gnocchi – Quick And Easy
Gnocchi done right is a heavenly concoction and super-easy to make. PAT PILCHER reveals his Gnocchi secrets.
Baba Ghanoush, Hummus & Flatbread Mezze
PAT PILCHER shows you how to whip up a wonderfully healthy, incredibly tasty Mediterranean dish that your tastebuds will thank you for.
Pity The Wine Writer
In his first column for Witchdoctor, wine writer PHIL PARKER promises never to use lines like "touches of leather and a little bit of
The World’s Worst Wines
STEVEN McMEECHAN loves wine. Too much. And like all imbibers of the magical liquid, he feels a particular disdain when a drop doesn't go
Butterscotch Macarons
Witchdoctor loves healthy food but everyone needs a sweet treat now and then, and who better than to provide the recipes to instant happiness
Corn Chips And Chilli Beans – DIY Style
In the next instalment of our new food column THE FEEDING TROUGH, Witchdoctor's resident gourmand (when he's not being our tech guru) whips up
Will New Jet Propulsion Technology Save Travel Industry?
The travel industry may be saved by a new technology that could transform air travel, writes PAT PILCHER.
The Feeding Trough – Roasted Balsamic Tomatoes
Witchdoctor’s sometime tech guru (and secret culinary fiend) PAT PILCHER shares another secret - and surprisingly easy - foodie delight in our new series,
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