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Latest Issue – Spring 2026
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 […]
Using AI To Make Yourself Irreplaceable
Andrew Nicol has interviewed 100 New Zealand leaders about AI. His verdict: most of us are strumming a guitar we have never practised, then blaming the guitar. Andrew Nicol opened with a confession from a Fiji sailing holiday. He wore his prescription sunglasses onto the boat, knowing better. He ducked […]
Queenstown’s Getting Steamy
Not to say that Queenstown isn’t already great, in fact it was amazing before humans ever set eyes on The Remarkables mountain range and its pristine waters below. But this year marks the opening of Thermae by Aluume Wellness. First announced in 2025 it’s a world-class luxury floating alpine sauna […]
The Building Blocks of Leadership
Sara Johnson leads one of the biggest trade-facing businesses in the country as CEO of ITM, New Zealand’s largest independent building supply network. On paper, the scale is substantial: a co-operative of more than 90 stores nationwide, backed by 26 Frame & Truss plants, serving everyone from local builders to […]
Crystal McKeown – Director, Ray White Te Atatu
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Over time, my understanding of effective leadership has evolved from focusing primarily on task-oriented management to a deeper appreciation of emotional intelligence and relationship-building. Early on, I might have thought it was about clear direction and […]
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 […]
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7 Easy Ideas for Outdoor Entertaining this Winter
Stay cosy and comfortable outdoors when entertaining over the colder months with these simple tips… Just because the winter season is on our doorstep, doesn’t mean you have to give up your outdoor entertainment. In fact, the colder weather is an excellent opportunity to host special outdoor soirees that your […]
5 Perfect Spy Valley Wine Pairings for your Next Celebration
If you are in need of some wine-pairing inspiration for your next celebration, look no further than the wines that we, and Spy Valley, are most excited about… Whatever you put on the table for your next special occassion, whether it’s a Champagne brunch, a sit-down three-course affair, or something […]
Vines and Vision: Emily Gaspard-Clark on Winemaking and Innovation
As the Winemaker for Spy Valley, Emily Gaspard-Clark has continued a legacy of innovative winemaking techniques and a deep respect for the terroir. In 2019, Emily’s talents were recognised nationally when she clinched the prestigious title of Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year. This accolade not only celebrated […]
The inspiration you need for your next home.
Interior Design Inspo – Of The Earth
Nature knows best and what better way to embrace the seasonal shift than to look to pieces that draw inspiration from flora and fauna. Image of the Songbird wallpaper in Teal, $499 per roll from Emma Hayes 1. Resene She’ll Be Right, $5 from Resene ColorShops | 2. […]
A Touch of Spice: Kitchen Design
Designing your new kitchen is an exciting time. With so much to choose from, its hard to know what to do so we asked the team at GJ’s for their tips and tricks. Once you’ve decided on the layout and function of the kitchen, it’s time to add all the […]
Interior Design Inspo: Pure Bliss
Nothing quite oozes luxury than recreating a spa sensation in your own home. Ease the stresses of the day away with considered pieces that add a touch of care and attention to an everyday ritual. Style Tip. If a full tub is out of the question, a statement basin can […]
Michelle Batchelor (Née Preston) – How To Become A C Suite Leader
Michelle Batchelor is the CEO of Life Plus NZ, Preston and Blythe, and Little Life, with deep experience across healthcare, staffing, and recruitment. Before the boardroom she competed internationally as Michelle “Pressure” Preston, winning multiple titles across Muay Thai and boxing. She pairs high performance habits with practical people leadership […]
Building & Maintaining Resilience
Cynthia Hunefeld – Building Resilience Through Science, Humour and Purpose Cynthia Hunefeld, founder of Evithe Biotechnology and an award-winning scientist, has dedicated her work to creating groundbreaking plant-based treatments for inflammation. At the Journey to Excellence event, she stood before the audience and said, “I just flew back from the […]
Using AI To Make Yourself Irreplaceable
Danu Abeysuriya – Accelerating Humans in the Age of AI Danu Abeysuriya, founder and CTO of Rush Digital, walked on stage with a grin and immediately broke the ice. “When Andre asked me what order I wanted to go in, I really, in hindsight, following the Syrian hostage negotiator was […]
Journey To Excellence Galleries
Friday 18 October 2019 Journey to Excellence Gallery Part 2
Over 600 engaged people joined us at the M2woman Journey to Excellence forum on 18 October at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland. Tania Domett from CoGo Research set the scene with her in-depth keynote, before Jason Reynolds from Quantum Movement shared some insights for building a great company culture. Debi […]
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