Imagine this, a subscription service where every second Friday you receive a luxury kit straight to your door, containing a chilled bottle of Mumm Rosé Champagne with a curated collection of items to celebrate each occasion. We know this sounds awfully specific and that’s because this isn’t just a dream […]
Clean Cleaner While essential to a clean and tidy home, most cleaning products will often come in plastic bottles or containers, which aren’t exactly keeping the environment clean and green. However, companies like NZ-brand Ethique are making a case for going plastic-free. With a zero-waste ethos and all their products […]
Looking for a luxe holiday but can’t quite pull yourself away from work for too long? The SO/ Hotel can offer a designer hotel experience without taking you away from Auckland’s CBD. Known for their pairings with covetable designers in other international cities, SO/ Auckland has partnered with Kiwi fashion […]
The language and words that we use are a big part of our make-up and are hugely important in crafting our world. They create the person that you are and dictate how others perceive you. We all know that if you tell someone enough times that they are useless, they […]
Saying smart objects are on trend is the understatement of the decade. From smart homes to smartphones, we have revolutionized the world around us to be astonishingly convenient. Bringing that innovation to luggage is the Incase NoviConnected 4 Wheel Hubless Travel Roller. Although this carry-on does not provide you with...
Contraception is something most of us are relatively familiar with but could it be altering our moods? Whether it’s the pill, the implant or an IUD, around 70 percent of the female population of New Zealand are on some form of contraception. Along with preventing pregnancy, contraception is often used […]
Twenty years ago, I stepped into the business world. Today, I wouldn’t change a day of it. That’s not to say it’s all been plain-sailing—there have certainly been challenging times. It’s these challenging times that have taught me the most, especially about how to lead people. However, there are certainly […]
As self-care vibes are flooding our modern day, wellness-focused society, holistic health is on the rise. Emma Taylor spoke to the experts to find out how we can embrace this approach to wellness for a healthier body and mind. Over the past few years, we have seen an emergence of […]
Let’s be honest, it won’t be long before we are setting ‘new year, new me’ goals, and struggling to meet them. This is nothing to worry about though because you are not alone. As someone who has set countless goals each year, and hasn’t delivered on them all…I have done...
The long nights and cold mornings are well and truly upon us. Add these newcomers to your must-read list. Chase the Rainbow Poorna Bell In this incredibly personal story, Poorna Bell shares with the world how her husband took his own life and how he got to that point. Her...
As a marketer, I quite often talk about the ‘Why’ behind our company. Understanding the purpose of our business is ultimately what our brand is built on. So, what’s your ‘Why’? We have all heard about company mission statements, but what about your mission statement? I believe that building a...
For many, being fired from two consecutive high-profile jobs would be enough reason to just call it a day (or at the very least, seriously reconsider their career path), but then, Sarah Robb O’Hagan isn’t most people. Once an unemployed Kiwi graduate, O’Hagan is now the chief executive officer of...
I’ve always been driven to succeed but when I discovered how to improve my health – life took off. Personally and financially. I fell into health by accident. A flatmate gave me his gym membership. So I gave it a go and felt great. I met my beautiful wife who was...
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to find a new job or make a career change, it’s likely that right about now you are going through the process of applying for jobs. Whether you consider yourself to be a seasoned job seeking and job interview expert, or perhaps the...
Since Pure SEO was started in 2009, we have grown at an astronomic rate; we have been listed by Deloitte in the 500 fastest growing tech companies in the Asia Pacific for the past 4 consecutive years. All that growth has meant that time management has become a crucial aspect...
Searching for a job is one of the most stressful things you will ever experience, whether you are out fresh out of uni, looking for a new job or facing a complete uphaul of your life – the job market is never easy nor is creating a CV. Once you […]
Each year prostate cancer kills 600 men. That is 600 people who loose there brothers, sons, husbands and friends. We all know that men can be a little should we say slack when it comes to going to the doctors, which is why as the women in their lives we […]
Summer is the time when the sun is at its most harsh – and when gardens will be at their most green, lively and productive. Founder and director of Landart Landscapes, Matt Leacy, shares his top tips for preparing a garden, so that it will thrive throughout the hot summer […]
At SleepDrops our company mission is to help people all over the world sleep better so they can lead happier, healthier lives. In light of this I thought it would be topical to dedicate this issue’s column to ‘the pursuit of happiness’ and how we can take charge of our...
Oscar Wilde once said in one of my favourite quotes “Fashion is a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to alter it every six months.” Those that know me well have heard this over and over when describing the investment and aesthetic benefits of modern classic furniture. Journalists...
When running a business, it’s easy to focus on day-to-day tasks and get wrapped up in what’s happening right here, right now. But can you create a truly successful business if you’re only able to view it from one angle? Stepping back and getting a more holistic view can help...
Mar/Apr 2018 issue Magazine Read more Jan/Feb 2018 issue Magazine Read more Women Empowering Women Journey To Excellence, May/June 2018 Issue In February, M2woman hosted its first ever Journey To Excellence panel where we discussed gender diversity and pay parity in… Read more Video: Are Women holding Themselves Back Career-Wise? […]
Photography Tamara West Chelsea Winter is no stranger to transformation — in life and in food. With the release of her seventh cookbook, Tasty, the MasterChef winner has ushered in a new personal chapter, filled with lessons learned, flavours rediscovered, and a heartfelt return to balance. Winter’s Tasty isn’t just […]
The media exploded when a paper declared that low serotonin doesn’t cause depression— something many scientists had been saying for years. Confusion over the neurotransmitter caused some patients to question effective treatment, exposing an information gap it’s been hard to bridge. We can do better, and here’s how. For decades […]
Givealittle doesn’t have to be your only option if illness hits, says Stephanie Wiki, you have options. Not because the proverbial ambulance at the bottom of the cliff isn’t useful. It is. But before crisis strikes, she wants people to know they hold the power, and can create some certainty […]
A first-hand guide to self-publishing with Coley Taylor, author of ‘The Dark Side of Happiness’ (Valrue, Book One) To be an author often feels like one of those ‘dream’ jobs that, as you get older, become more of a ‘realist’; or just a bit bitterer since entering the world of […]
Photography by Lauren Indrisie “So, who’s sleeping with the boss?” I ask Abbey. She doesn’t miss a beat. “He is.” Richard’s response? “I am. And I like it that way.” This kind of quick, candid exchange is what makes Abbey and Richard tick. They’re not just business partners running a […]
In the ever-evolving world of consumer goods, Renee Stuart has developed a supermarket-centric business and branding strategy that has flourished in volatile times. As the COO and co-founder of MOXX Brands, she has expertly navigated the challenges of launching and scaling brands tailored specifically for the grocery channel. With an […]
Bared Footwear has been kicking since 2008 and has slowly spread from it’s home base in Melbourne to New York, and now here in Auckland. The brands CEO Anna Baird took an unconventional journey from being a practicing podiatrist to successful entrepreneur after seeing a gap in the market for […]
When it comes to penthouses, everyone likes to throw around phrases like “pinnacle of luxury” or “epitome of sophistication.” But let’s be honest—no one really wants to live in a marketing brochure. Luckily, Augustus Park in Parnell isn’t playing that game. Developed by Safari Group (aka the people who actually […]
We Live In Time Oscar-nominees Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield get to let loose and do their british accents at each other as this romcom spanning a decade follows their romance and life together. If you don’t mind a whole pile of spoilers the trailer alone will probably bring you […]
When it comes to penthouses, everyone likes to throw around phrases like “pinnacle of luxury” or “epitome of sophistication.” But let’s be honest—no one really wants to live in a marketing brochure. Luckily, Augustus Park in Parnell isn’t playing that game. Developed by Safari Group (aka the people who actually […]
Photography by Jake Hoare They say you never forget your first love. For me, that first automotive love affair was with an abandoned Fiat 500 hidden away in the overgrown foliage of my neighbour’s driveway. While other kids played on swing sets, my imagination took me cruising along the storied […]
Outer space was supposed to belong to all humankind. Should we surrender it to anyone who can pay up? SpaceX launched a Tesla roadster into space during a 2018 demonstration flight of the Falcon Heavy rocket. Crass? Inspiring? Both? [Credit: SpaceX] Hands up: Who thought it was cool that Captain […]
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Sydney Sweeney is certainly a lot of things. A phenomenal actor, for starters. Charismatic, caring and kind—her gentle character shines through in any interview she’s in. Naturally beautiful. A fashion icon. A calming aura about her. Warm, highly-driven and a bundle of high-energy, like a battery. Whenever you see her […]
As the co-founder of iconic beauty brands MONDAY Haircare, Osāna Naturals and Châlon Paris, Jaimee Lupton has shaken the market and made a name for herself both here and overseas. MONDAY is available in 37 countries and is now considered New Zealand’s biggest beauty brand ever. Recently she and her […]
When envisioning a trip to France, the alluring grandeur of Paris often dominates the imagination. And for good reason—with its timeless monuments like Notre-Dame de Paris, activities such as wine tasting under the Eiffel Tower, and endlessly iconic fashion, Paris holds a well-deserved reputation as a pinnacle of cultural richness […]
My earliest memories of a car are my mum’s bright orange MINI. In the days before child seats the kids would rattle around in the back without a care. My eldest sister sat her driving test in that car. In those days it was ‘one-and-done’, a quick test and you […]
Stephanie Smits O’Callaghan is not your typical tech entrepreneur. Armed with a First Class Honours Master’s Degree in International Town Planning and Real Estate, she has transformed from an urban planner into a pioneering force in New Zealand’s electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. As the co-founder of Hikotron, Stephanie is […]
New Zealand volunteering statistics show women take on the majority of volunteer work. For me, this raises the following questions: Are we doing too much? Does our service to others actually serve ourselves? Is our focus on volunteering perpetuating current gender pay gap issues? Whether it be in the household […]
