by Bex Appleton
In George Orwell’s Animal Farm he says: “Power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely.”
For the little quiet eastern suburb of Bucklands Beach, they are finding out what these words truly mean.
Bucklands Beach is a beautiful place with three surrounding beaches, some of which have Norfolk pines planted directly on the beach and offer dainty little restaurants, a golf course Read more
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by Daniel Satherley
Anyone who’s been following CityBeat closely will know I’m no fan of organised religion.
This doesn’t mean I don’t like to find out more about each faith - on the contrary.
The more I learn, the less each makes sense, and the closer I feel to achieving some kind of agnostic nirvana. Read more
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by Angela Beswick
Following the huge success of his gig DUSK at Coherant on Friday night, local talent DJ Shaveer admits he feels there is a hole in his life.
A hole he says he’s never been so motivated to fill.
“As a clubbing event there’s definitely going to be more to come on events where it costs less to get a good value event Read more
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by Pinky Khanna 
Planning a trip around New Zealand?
The following 10 places are highly recommended by www.no1guide.co.nz and the people of New Zealand.
The attractions include breath-taking scenery, pristine atmosphere, extraordinary landscapes and a variety of climatic conditions. Read more
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by Michele Coelho
“Guns don’t kill people, people do.”
If that’s really true then the US should probably change the phrase to “Guns don’t kill people, kids do.”
The latest shooting in an American high school should instigate debate, not only about their national gun policy but also their problematic youth. Read more
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by Rochelle Grace
I don’t know about you, but most people I talk to are either planning to move or are moving over to Aussie.
I can’t say too much because I am one of these people, but what’s so wrong with New Zealand?
I decided to discover why Australia seems to be the place to go. Read more
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by Matt Critton
Bottled water is probably the biggest scam to hit the market since, I don’t know, the Segway.
I was at the corner store with a friend the other day, when with disgust I watched her pay almost ten dollars for a few bottles of water.
I said, “You know, that’s a lot cheaper at home.” Read more
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by Thea Knight
Give up thinking about myself? Only care for others? What are these mysterious eastern mantras?
Growing up in a home with undefined religious values, I have always had a niggling curiosity about the spiritual world.
So last week I went to a Buddhism introduction evening. One of those things you hear about, think about going to, but put off until the undefined ‘later’. Read more
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by Jaheb Barnett
The way we are finding our bargains these days has changed. Big time.
Online shopping has moved in and kicked out traditional shopping – where you would walk into a store and browse using your legs and whatnot.
Now, in the online world, all you need is a comfy seat. Read more
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