Developing Leadership, Resilience
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Friday 7 May 2027, Auckland
Friday 21 May 2027, Christchurch

Latest Issue – Spring 2026

Business Is Better Because of People

Samantha Stewart runs a 45-year-old import and distribution business with a philosophy borrowed from the sports field, a bell named Tinker, and a firm belief that the art of leadership is to let others shine. “People are quick to say business would be easier without people,” says Samantha Stewart, General […]

What’s On

At the 2026 Met Gala Joey King wore a custom Miu Miu tulle column dress embellished with cascading silver crystals, featuring a pink leather halter neckline and pink georgette train inspired by the iconic Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2010 collection. She finished the look with light pink satin mules. Gigi Hadid […]

What You Drive When You Are Lisa Carrington

New Zealand’s most decorated Olympian on independence, gear, and the practical question of where the car seat goes. Dame Lisa Carrington has eight Olympic gold medals and a handshake that suggests there is room for more. We meet the Toyota Brand Guardian, at the launch of the sixth-generation RAV4 and […]

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Leading From Every Angle

Growing Success With Summer Collins: Chief AI & Data Director at One NZ

How do you define effective leadership? Effective leadership, to me, is about creating an environment where people feel safe to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas. Early in my career at Air New Zealand, I experienced this firsthand during a time when innovation was truly encouraged. It gave […]

Amanda Whiting, CEO at IAG NZ

How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved? Twenty years ago, I would have said that effective leadership is about setting a vision and inspiring others to follow you. Over time that has shifted to investing more time in aligning leaders to a vision, creating space […]

Order in Chaos – Kristy Brown’s Journey to Leading One of ANZ’s Largest Tech Partners.

Fusion5 is a big ship. It began as a small Wellington venture and has grown into a trans-Tasman technology services company of around a thousand people. It implements core platforms, runs managed services, integrates data so decisions move faster, and is increasingly known for getting AI out of slide decks […]

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Best Kept Secrets

Sharing the secrets of the most exclusive experiences. Sponsored by Spy Valley.

SPICY CHORIZO & LENTIL STEW

Another one-pot wonder! This dish is great with some buttery, crusty bread — we usually have a big green salad/slaw with it too. We also love it on toasted Vogel’s with fried or poached eggs for brunch or weekend brekkie. SERVES 6 2 tbsp canola oil 3 chorizo sausages, chopped […]

Wharekauhau Country Estate: A Rugged Haven of Luxury and Nature

Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Wairarapa’s Palliser Bay, Wharekauhau Country Estate embodies a dreamy fusion of luxury, relaxation, and nature. The 3,000-acre property, named “place of knowledge” in te reo Māori, provides discerning travelers with the ultimate Kiwi getaway, combining a warm, personalized service with the untamed beauty of […]

Behind the Super Exclusive Club The Famous Booze And Shmooze At

The rich and famous have to let their hair down somewhere without getting mobbed. The Soho House caters to this very specific need, offering an oasis from the riff raff. It’s at this club with its very own designer furniture that Megan and Harry would frequent during their dating phase. […]

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Style

Introducing EVERMORE Mi Piaci

Mi Piaci unveils Evermore, a refined bridal collection designed to accompany every step of a bride’s journey. Thoughtfully curated, the edit celebrates romance, elegance, and timeless design – crafted to be cherished long after the wedding day. The collection begins with playful heels, perfect for bachelorette celebrations, before moving into […]

F Around And Find Out

Holly Howe didn’t take a traditional route to becoming one of New Zealand’s standout contemporary jewellers, but that’s probably given her an edge. Based in Dunedin, Holly has built her craft on curiosity, a willingness to embrace the unknown, and plenty of resilience. “Honestly, ‘F around and find out’ is […]

Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama: Art and Style in Infinity

Yayoi Kusama is the polka dot Queen of Contemporary Art. In a world where women are silenced in almost every space, Kusama’s art screams. It’s avante garde; it’s interactive and full of life. Even in gallery spaces, it spills out at the edges. It’s too big for any room you […]

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Home Inspiration

The inspiration you need for your next home.

Interior Design Inspo – Dopamine Decor

Get your daily serotonin fix with pieces that put a smile on your face. In chirpy brights and ice cream pastels, whimsical objects and quirky shapes make for a happy home. Image of the Bundt candle holders by &klevering 1. Resene Celebrate, $5 from Resene ColorShops | 2. Settee $12,300 […]

Beautiful Bathrooms – Which style of bathroom suits you?

When it comes to your home, the bathroom is often overlooked. Some may think of it as a room of pure function, when it can be a place to escape to for a small period to recharge and freshen up. A sanctuary away from the chaos of everyday life. A […]

Interior Inspo: Surf’s Up

Catch a wave of good vibes and bring the relaxed surf aesthetic into a living space. Honing in on natural resin, cane and oceanic elements with touches of SoCal cool, create a feeling of summer ease in the depths of winter. 1. Resene Cararra, $4.90 from Resene ColorShops | 2. […]

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Journey To Excellence

Danu Abeysuriya – Using AI To Make Yourself Irreplaceable

Danu Abeysuriya is the founder and CTO of Rush Digital. Under his technical leadership Rush has delivered large scale platforms and applied AI systems used by millions, including software used daily by one in ten New Zealanders. He is known for turning cutting edge research into practical products and for […]

How to Build Personal & Team Resilience – Hannah McQueen

At the M2woman Journey to Excellence event, Hannah McQueen, the founder of Enable Me, took the stage to share her journey from financial frustration to helping thousands of Kiwis conquer their mortgages and build wealth. Her story is one of resilience, innovation, and a fair bit of Kiwi ingenuity. It […]

Movement as the Language of Resilience

Mariele Klering – Movement as the Language of Resilience Mariele Klering stood on the Journey to Excellence stage to share a deeply personal story about resilience. But she quickly made it clear that this was not going to be a theoretical discussion. “What do you do when thinking stops helping? […]

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Journey To Excellence Galleries

Auckland Friday 15 June Gallery

On Friday 15 June 2018 M2woman continued the conversation on gender diversity and pay equity in the workplace. Over 200 invited guests descended upon the Pullman Hotel for an afternoon of conversation and discussion. Here’s the official photographs from the event: