Reading books to premature babies is gaining international momentum. Seven Sharp investigates.

Reading to babies for development at Auckland children's hospital 

Middlemore Hospital's neonatal intensive care unit is taking part in a read-a-thon programme encouraging parents to read to their newborns.

September 17, 2024

3:14

Icons and familiar favourites feature in the exhibition as Netball New Zealand (NNZ) celebrates 100 years in Aotearoa.

Netball legends turn out as 100-year netball exhibition opens

An exhibition at the Auckland Museum showcases the history of netball, from its origins using an actual basket.

September 6, 2024

4:50

Popular television and radio cooking personality Annabelle White shares some tips on how to make mutter go further.

Butter substitutes — and how to make the 'yellow gold' go further

Butter is a third more expensive than this time last year, according to Stats NZ.

August 29, 2024

4:06

One Tree Hill College’s Trade Academy is supporting students to carry out an ambitious renovation of an ex-state house.

Building a skillset: Students transform ex-state house

One Tree Hill College students are learning about construction by doing.

August 21, 2024

4:46

Air New Zealand has revealed its new 787 Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainer.

Sneak peek: Air New Zealand's new emergency simulation device

Seven Sharp tries out the airline's new device that enables crews to learn in a plane-accurate environment.

August 14, 2024

3:39

A troublesome rooster has been keeping residents of Auckland's North Shore awake by crowing in the early hours.

Spotted: The raucous rooster waking North Shore residents

An elusive 'comb-headed, cock-a-doodle-douchebag' is wreaking early morning havoc in the suburb of Birkenhead.

August 1, 2024

4:18

July 2024
Imagery: Vania Chandrawidjaja

Family using Flight Centre Gift Card stumped by hefty booking fee

FAIR GO: Gift cards can come with with strings attached so do read the fine print, warns Consumer NZ.

July 25, 2024

A build-up of lint in your tumble dryer can result in filters overheating and igniting, says Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Ditch the lint: Why you need to keep your tumble dryer clean

A build-up of lint in your tumble dryer can result in filters overheating and igniting, says FENZ.

July 11, 2024

4:27

BirdCare Aotearoa takes us behind the scenes of its hospital and rescue centre as it prepares for the potential arrival of bird flu in New Zealand.

Bird hospital prepared for possible bird flu arrival in NZ

Bird flu hasn't reached New Zealand shores yet, but if it does, BirdCare Aotearoa is prepared.

July 3, 2024

4:01

June 2024
An expert explains what delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is, and how you can speed up the recover of sore muscles.

No pain, no gain? Here's how you can relieve your sore muscles

Strength training is gaining in popularity — which means more sore muscles.

June 19, 2024

4:22

Foodstuffs says mince purchases are growing by 11% each year. Seven Sharp looks into the popularity of mince.

What's for dinner? The understated cut of meat that Kiwis love

Statistics say Kiwis are eating 11% more mince each year. What makes the meat so popular?

June 13, 2024

3:44

May 2024
Dr Bevan Weir, also known as The Mould Man, shares some simple tips to avoid wasting food.

What to throw and what to keep — how to avoid food waste

Kiwis are wasting a mountain of money each year on food going off before it can be finished.

May 24, 2024

3:43

Kim Salamonson is concerned about the number of cherries in Wattie's tinned fruit salad.

The pits: Where have all the cherries gone in Wattie's Fruit Salad?

It's the little things that count, and Kim Salamonson's been counting.

May 17, 2024

4:04

We spend a third of our lives in bed, so it makes sense that the humble mattress deserves some tender loving care.

Sleep tight: How to get the best rest out of your mattress

The do's and don'ts of taking proper care of your bedding.

May 7, 2024

4:02

April 2024
Those wanting a better deal on car insurance are urged to shop around.

Fair Go’s top tips as car insurance premiums increase

Premiums have increased nearly 40% since 2021, but the temptation to cut back could end up being very costly in the long run.

April 17, 2024

3:55

Auckland Council has launched a campaign about what can and can't be put in kerbside rubbish or recycling bins.

Flashpoint: What you should never put in your rubbish bin

"On a national scale, we are seeing an increase in the amount of fires involving rubbish trucks."

April 16, 2024

4:16

March 2024
Fair Go puts the size of eggs to the test

Are egg sizes being eggs-aggerated?

It might seem like a paltry issue, but egg sizes have got one Wellington woman weighing things up.

March 20, 2024

4:58

Sarah Kerr is trying to raise awareness about wheelchair etiquette.

Etiquette: The one thing not to do to someone in a wheelchair

Disability advocates issue a warning to well-meaning people when they encounter those in wheelchairs.

March 14, 2024

4:08

Simon called his first race when he was just 17.

Trackside with race caller George Simon for Auckland Cup Week

The veteran race caller offers some tips on how to commentate on the gallops.

March 5, 2024

3:30

February 2024
Does the length of time your cup keeps your drink cold, or warm, increase if you pay more?

Do expensive insulated cups keep your drink cold for longer?

Amid the Stanley cup craze, Fair Go puts them to the test along with cheaper ones from The Warehouse, Kmart and Stevens.

February 20, 2024

5:10

December 2023
He's and 11-year-old Jerusalem donkey, and he's booked solid this December.

Meet Hugo the donkey who spreads Christmas cheer

Eleven-year-old Jerusalem donkey Hugo is booked solid this December.

December 7, 2023

2:27

November 2023
Will NZ supermarkets follow the trend and ditch self-checkouts?

Will NZ supermarkets follow the trend and ditch self-checkouts?

Walmart and Costco are having a rethink - and UK supermarket chain Booths has just announced it's ditching them and going back to people.

November 22, 2023

3:38

Shorts at work are making a comeback.

Free the knees: Could wearing shorts to work boost productivity?

Shorts are an essential summer kit for most Kiwis, but Is it ok to wear them to the office?

November 15, 2023

3:46

Team Hood’s alliance with the Colonel Belcher Retirement Residence is proving a win-win.

NZ men's curling team adopted by Canadian retirement home

Team Hood is making international headlines over their choice in accommodation.

November 9, 2023

4:11

Forwards had a greater number of head impact events – but the big hits affected all positions, the data showed.

Rugby study reveals interesting data gathered through mouthguards

Forwards had a greater number of head impact events – but the big hits affected all positions, the study showed.

November 6, 2023

3:53