Articles from ‘elocal magazine’ in ‘Community’

OH CRUMBS! ONE KIWI, FOUR CAKE SHACKS AND A WHOLE LOT OF HEART

Queenstown's Sweet Success Story

elocal magazine • Community • 6 Nov 2026

When eLocal recently asked whether Britain's cake shed craze could take off in New Zealand, we never imagined the answer would arrive in our own inbox. But that's exactly what happened when Queenstown baker Rosie Cunnington got in touch. Her story is one of creativity, courage, community trust and the extraordinary things ordinary New Zealanders can achieve when they're given the opportunity. There are some stories that simply make you smile.…

Alcohol Linked To Millions Of Deaths As Experts Challenge 'Safe Drinking' Beliefs

New Research Questions Long-Held Assumptions

elocal magazine • Community • 3 Jul 2026

Growing medical evidence suggests there may be no completely "safe" level of alcohol consumption. A physician specialising in addiction medicine says alcohol's accepted place in society often masks its significant health risks eLocal Report: Based on reporting by Emma Fenske for The Conversation HERE. · Alcohol's Place In Modern Society · Few substances are as culturally accepted as alcohol. From weddings and sporting events to workplace…

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