Emma Healey 
The good ol’ swear jar. Parting the potty-mouthed with their pennies since forever. If colourful language is your swan song, but you have kids and don’t want them to sound feral, you might consider starting a swear jar. Use a swear jar to help you or your partner stop using curse words. These swear jar … Read more
Recent travels in Malaysia and Thailand saw me commit a faux pas completely unawares. This seemed to happen when I was in a cafe working, and would mindlessly place my backpack or purse on the floor. As the waitstaff rushed to lift my purse off the floor and onto a nearby chair, I wondered – … Read more
Would you like to take the entire family on holiday to some fun and exotic locale? Do you find that your budget and idea for a fun getaway do not jive? If this is you, how about some staycation ideas for kids and their families that can be well within anyone’s budget? These are suggestions … Read more
Inside: 71 fabulous and totally free gift ideas your recipient will love! The holiday season can be hard on your wallet – but the good news is, it doesn’t have to be! It’s difficult to plan Christmas gifts when you have no money, but you can let it inspire you to find something truly meaningful. … Read more
How much is six figures in money? This may sound like a simple question, but the answer might surprise you. The term “six-figure income” refers to someone who earns more than 100k per year or 6 digits on their paycheck that are not preceded by $0.00 (zero). How much is a figure? A figure is … Read more
Christmas, that joyful time where we focus on family and food. Well, sometimes. I’ve got to admit, Christmas didn’t mean that much to me until I had kids. But now, as a mum, it’s taken on a whole new meaning. I love decorating with them, we make a night of putting up the tree and have … Read more
Walmart, a retail giant, is known for its presence in several countries worldwide. As an American multinational, it has expanded its reach to accommodate a diverse customer base by offering products and services across various demographics. The question of whether Walmart has established a presence in New Zealand is particularly interesting, as it would provide … Read more
Earning Qantas Points is a goal for many travellers in New Zealand, seeking to maximise their benefits and enjoy the perks of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. These points can unlock a range of rewards, from flight upgrades to purchases in the Qantas Store. Frequent Flyers have various avenues to accrue points, including flying with … Read more
It’s not uncommon for people to work two jobs with no days off today in order to make ends meet. In fact, according to a US Census, in Q1 of 2018, 9.1% of women and 6.6% of men held more than one job. But is it worth it? Sure you might have a lot more … Read more
Breastfeeding – that natural and simple process that just happens so easily when you have a baby – ha! Well, that may be the case for some, but not for me. I so desperately want to nurse my baby and honestly did not think I’d struggle with it as bad as I did. I remember sitting … Read more