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Latest Issue – Spring 2026
The Four Words That Are Quietly Bankrupting You
Nichole Lewis lost everything in the financial crisis – and found her way back by rewriting one sentence. Here’s the phrase she says is holding women back from wealth, and the four-quadrant framework she built to escape it for good. “I can’t afford it.” It sounds harmless. Practical, even. But […]
Raiders of the lost arch
Arches are one of the most over-flogged design trends of the decade. So why does Melbourne’s award-magnet Thomas Street Residence make them look like the future? Oh the arch. Somewhere around 2019 it escaped from architecture school, got itself a TikTok account and has spent the years since flogging itself […]
Undone By Bath Time
Jacqlin Richards on why you can hold a boardroom together, yet bath time still breaks you – and how to change that. Jacqlin Richards is a Parenting Alchemist and mother of two, who has been recognised as a Women Changing the World Gold Award recipient. Here, the founder of the […]
The Billion Dollar Leadership Journey
For Michelle Herlihy, CEO of Speirs Finance Group, leadership begins and ends with people. Michelle runs a near $1 billion lending business that supports thousands of New Zealand companies, yet when she describes her role, the financial metrics come second. The real work, she says, is human. “I would sum […]
Growing Success With Jennifer Whittle: Director of Communication and Engagement at New Zealand Green Building Council
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? It’s important to enjoy what you do, why you do it and be generous in sharing with your teams. They’ve been recruited for a reason and so empowering each team member with enough information to understand […]
Growing Success With Trish Adams: Director at Ray White Synergy Realty
How do you define effective leadership? Effective leadership for me involves setting an example and following through in what you say you will do, providing a vision and inspiring others while always maintaining integrity. Over time, it has evolved to what is best for the business is making sure I […]
Sharing the secrets of the most exclusive experiences. Sponsored by Spy Valley.
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 […]
Unveiling the Perfect Blend at the New Zealand International Film Festival 2023
The Whānau Mārama NZ International Film Festival is back and bringing us another season of International movie magic. Adding more sparkle to this dazzling event is Spy Valley Wines, the official wine sponsor, back for another year. Spy Valley are truly a team of movie buffs, with some Spy Valley […]
The inspiration you need for your next home.
Showhome Spotlight – Rose Manor Magic
The Marlborough GJ team’s new showhome, ‘Rose Manor Magic’ is a stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom family home that ticks all the boxes. This custom design boasts 221.6 square metres of space with features like the separate lounge/media room, large open plan living area and the serene master suite being some of […]
Make Your Home Office The Business
While Tech Bros might be using the pendulum swing of global politics to call an end to work-from-home allowances, great companies still understand the power of some flexibility and respect. If you are going to work from home, a home office will give you that mental and physical separation from […]
10 Tips for Starting a Low-Waste Lifestyle
Are you considering going zero-waste but think it’s impossible without a whole lot of compromise? If you take pointers from our list, you’ll soon find out that living with less waste is doable with a few adjustments to your lifestyle and some creativity. Although generating absolutely zero trash is rather […]
Peri Drysdale – Building and Maintaining Resilience
Peri Drysdale is the founder of Snowy Peak and Untouched World, and the founder of the Untouched World Foundation. She built a global knitwear business from a home start, pioneered possum merino innovation, and grew a brand recognised internationally for quality and sustainability. She is a long standing advocate for […]
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 […]
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 […]
Journey To Excellence Galleries
Journey to Excellence – 20 November 2020 Gallery
Diversity & InclusioN + ESG This forum discusses the issues that matter. Experts share experiences, advice and the latest insights. Learn More The Importance of Companies Understanding Their ESG Metrics for Investors and Stakeholders. Learn More The Connection Between Physical, Mental & Business Performance. Learn More […]
How to Lead A Multi-Generational Workforce – Laurent Sylvester
Laurent Sylvestre’s engaging mix of humour and heartfelt sincerity provided fresh insights into leading a multi-generational workforce, a topic that hits home in today’s diverse workplaces. Laurent’s journey to founding The Human Perspective started on April 1, 2020. No, it wasn’t an April Fool’s joke—it was a mission with a […]
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