There is no doubt about it - being a stay-at-home parent is a full-time gig! You are a multi-tasking extraordinaire combining the roles of teacher, counsellor, chef, housekeeper and peace . . .

We all know that nothing beats a good beach read. So we have selected our top picks of which life stories we think you should take for a spin this summer.

So you have finally crossed Funeral Cover off on your to-do-list and now have a policy in place – great news! However, you may be asking yourself – what next? . . .

We understand it's a huge life-changing event becoming a parent. Suddenly you have a child that depends on you to keep them safe and ensure they have everything they need . . .

Trust us - we get it, it can be a bit strange and uncomfortable to think about not being on this earth and the impact that might have on your loved ones (cue a few sideways glances to each other). However, making time to sort out your will can bring you a calming peace of mind. 

From emotionally charged monologues to iconic scenes depicting lifes' big events - films have the ability to connect with us and reflect the roller coaster of this thing we call life.

We know, we know….nobody really celebrates reaching a big milestone by checking their insurance policies.  But this can be a great time to 'check-in' as changes in your life can have a significant impact on life insurance.

So you have finally crossed life insurance off your to-do-list and now have a policy in place – nice one! However, you may be asking yourself – what next?

From the quirky to the sporty, artsy to the outdoorsy, New Zealand offers an abundance of experiences that will thrill you, entertain you and often, change you.