Scotch, that nectar of goodness, has been an iconic flagstaff for the Scottish for centuries. Being either single malt or blended form, there’s a whole wealth of things to know about each. In Scotland, there are several well-known regions for whisky makers. One in particular is Speyside in the northeast of Scotland. This region is […]
Ladies and gentlemen, this is the captain speaking. On behalf of M2 and the entire crew on-board this flight, we would like to welcome you for the first class experience we have on offer. At this time, make sure your seats are back and tray tables are in their full upright position and that your […]
In a post record sales world, Drake has risen as the king of streaming. LIVE WITHOUT PRETENDING, LOVE WITHOUT DEPENDING, LISTEN WITHOUT DEFENDING, SPEAK WITHOUT OFFENDING.” – DRAKE Canadian rapper Drake was named the most streamed artist ever following the release of his latest album Scorpian at the end of June. With over 130 million […]
One of earth’s most stunning, untouched landscapes, Morocco is in a world of its own. The dizzying delicacy of the people and texture of such an ancient, iconic place really makes it a pleasure to visit for any traveller. Lots of travellers go to Morocco on their OE and pictures are shared on Facebook of […]
If you were to have a memorial to celebrate your life, what would you have? A tomb? A plaque? Or a 2.6 million-square foot mall in Nairobi, Kenya? Will Alsop is remembered by just that. His last architectural work before passing away in May this year – The Beacon – is a celebration of laughter, […]
Operated by JAXA, Japan’s Hayabusa-2 spacecraft has been circling through empty space for the past four years. A lost, floating thing in the depths of the universe. “What was it looking for?” you may be asking. Well, a tiny asteroid called Ryugu with the single purpose of collecting foreign materials from it to bring back […]
Orlebar Brown has taken the oldschool aesthetic of James Bond movie posters and applied them to mens swimwear. These aren’t just a pair of shorts with a print on it, Orlebar Brown takes the same approach to togs as tailors would to getting a pair of pants just right. With 17 seperate pieces making up […]
Elon Musk promises a lot of things. Speed-of-light space travel, self-driving cars, implantable braincomputer interfaces, self-driving taxis. The list goes on. The Boring Company was founded in 2016 by Musk after finding trouble with the LA traffic. Who’d blame him? Route 101 gets wild in rush-hour! “Traffic is driving me nuts,” he tweeted on the […]
THE MEG Cinema has been chasing after the terror of sharks ever since Jaws scared people away from the ocean over forty years ago. Now it’s Jason Statham’s turn to look sternly into the deep blue at his finned opponent. The Meg may initially sound like some sort of Irish film, but it’s short for […]
AUDI QUATTRO WINTER GAMES IN THE TOP FIVE Attracting X Games and snow stars from the Northern Hemisphere, the sixth Audi Quattro Winter Games is putting New Zealand on the map, the annual event now the fifth biggest of its type in the world. Many of these serious American and European competitors migrate for the […]
The reality for Kiwi racing genius Scott Dixon is, he is a lot more recognisable in the USA than he is in his hometown of Auckland, New Zealand. The 17 years at the head and heart of the Chip Ganassi Racing Team has kept the Kiwi in America for almost his whole entire adult life […]
Taking place on top of the Riesenrad ferris wheel in Vienna, volleyball teams from Austria and Norway battle it out at a height 65 metres while experiencing the beautiful views of the city. Called the Serve in the Sky, the two teams, who are use to playing on the beach rather than on top of […]
Known as the best rock climber in the world, American Chris Sharma, hangs precariously from a rock face in Sant Llorenc de Montgai, Spain. Sharma first began rock climbing at age 12 and within 2 years was winning the US Nationals against competitors twice his age. He describes his passion as: “Climbing is how I […]
This heart-stopper of a rollercoaster, Takabisha, is located at the Fuji-Q Highland themepark in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan. The 1,000 metre-long rollercoster takes 2 mins to complete and includes a sudden drop into pitch black, corkscrews and its famous 121° drop, making it the steepest rollercoaster in the world. The ride has been entertaining thrillseekers since […]
When I was tapped to write this article I assumed it was due to my own personal experience with the subject matter. My editor emphatically told me it was. I thanked him for the opportunity, slightly impressed at how modest and self aware he was. I immediately set to work studying his quirks for the […]
Looking through his career you’ll find a fresh faced Cavill hanging out in the background of The Count of Monte Cristo (2002). While no one else may have noticed him back then, Stephanie Meyers had her eye on the young guy. While writing the Twilight novels, she mentally cast him as Edward Cullen, the Vampire. […]
Award-winning British grooming brand Bluebeard’s Revenge have recently released their hair gel, leaving “soggy styles in the past”. The gel is water based and will give you a medium to strong hold for styling your hair. The hair gel is suitable for short, medium or long hair and is incredibly versatile. If you’re looking for […]
Founded in 1919, Parisian is a 4th generation company that sits on the edge of Myers Park in the heart of Auckland. There, they turn out beautifully crafted men’s accessory pieces. Pelham is the latest creation to come from their Auckland workroom. Cut from full grain Italian leather hides, they are then carefully moulded to […]
Finding items that are simple yet stimulating is not an easy balance to hit in the kitchen. However, the Corkscrew Hare by the English Pewter Company manages just that, with their straightforward design that is by no means boring. This 13.5 cm stainless steel corkscrew is topped with a pewter hare that was crafted in […]
Celebrate Kiwi pride in the winter with the All Blacks x Barkers Woollen Coat. Available in black, grey and blue, the woolen coat is shaped in the way of a perpetually popular silhouette. The heavy wool blend is over-sized in a controlled way, making it suitable for layering over anything from knits to suits. It […]
The winter quest of finding a knit that doesn’t make it look as if you’ve piled on the pounds is over for 2018 because Rodd & Gunn has produced the perfect combination of utility and style. The Fernleigh Knit is black, Ottoman textured center with a raglan panel exterior. Made of 88% Merino Wool and […]
Commemorating one of the most revered figures in modern history, the Special Edition John F. Kennedy makes symbolic references to the life of J.F. Kennedy in subtle design details. The burgundy-coloured precious resin refers to Kennedy’s famous Ivy League style and is inspired by his time at Harvard University. His initials “JFK” are engraved on […]
Proraso is the Italian brand sharing the style and shaving culture from the Mediterranean country with the world. Their Wood & Spice Beard Care Gift Set centres around a scent that’s heated with cumin, saffron, and held together with cedar and sandalwood, with a base of vanilla and rockrose. The set comprises of beard balm, […]
The Driving Wallet by Sonder Leather is sleek and simple wallet with a historic background and modern appeal. This minimalist style was popularized in the UK 114 years ago, according to Sonder Leather, and with an increasingly cashless society, this wallet happens to be the perfect way of removing bulk from your jacket and adding […]
This rich, leather take on the quintessential Chelsea boot is the elegant item that you’ll need for elevating your look this winter. Italy is known for its traditional use of leather and high-end craftsmanship, so it must come as no surprise that the Franky Dress Boot was handcrafted in Verona, Italy, by the elite Romani […]
Working a checkered pattern into your wardrobe is not easy for men who savour the opportunity to consistently dress smartly. Working Style’s Navy & Grey Flannel Check Jacket, however, is able to do exactly that. The wool and flannel suit jacket is subtle in folding in a pattern and is the epitome of casual sophistication. […]
In shades of olive, camel and steel-blue, a pair of wintry hued trousers give your wardrobe a seasonal update. From top to bottom: Neuw $169, Barkers $99.99, Rolla’s $149.99, Ben Sherman @ Smith and Caughey’s $139.95, Rembrandt $179.
Shanghai is the Yin and Yan of modern China – a real cluster of juxtapositions. The city is full of unbelievable wealth, high-rises that almost touch the heavens, high-fashion, expensive cars and classy restaurants, but there is always another side to any global hub’s coin. Slums, poverty, people selling counterfeit goods in dodgy alley-ways… You […]
Feature Image. The Lanes: Six big personalities required an even bigger mise en scene to capture it all. The German-born, Jordanian-raised Mardo El-Noor is an artist with no boundaries. The Auckland-based portrait photographer and graphic-designer holds a Masters Degree from AUT’s School of Art and Design and has been a freelancer since day dot. His […]
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KAREN ISHIGURO STYLING BY JUVENA WORSFOLD Quadrennially, the Commonwealth Games push out a fine selection of leading athletes onto the track and field. In April this year, the 2018 Games were held in the Gold Coast in Australia and we as kiwis celebrated a stunning line-up of medal wins and signs of greatness […]
Whilst the subject of depression never really goes away, it has certainly bubbled to the surface lately with the recent quick-fire suicides of high-profile people such as TV superchef Anthony Bourdain and world famous designer Kate Spade. What makes depression hard to understand for most of us is that these were successful people who seemed […]
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Brrrn is the scientifically backed work out in the cold created by the New York duo Jimmy Martin and Johnny Adamic. The premise is that working out at lower than room temperature will allow fitness lovers to burn more calories and fat whilst limiting fatigue and raising your tolerance to cold weather. Their studio located […]
It’s hard to imagine Africa as humanities birthplace these days and it isn’t hard to imagine why early man ran in literally every direction to get away from the place. But it wasn’t always a desert. Back when Rome was running the show, Northern Africa was called “the granary of the world”. Unfortunately bad farming […]
What makes a man a man? Nature or nurture? That’s a question that could quite quickly become divorced from anything empirical and quickly stray into philosophy. But staying strictly in the world of biology and chemistry, the answer is a little of both. A new study published by the scientific journal, Nature Ecology & Evolution, titled […]
The car brand, Toyota has harked back to their slogan, “Moving Forward”, for years and has completely encapsulated that in in their latest concept creation. Revealed at the 2018 24 Hours of Le Mans this month in France, the GR Super Sport is to be the world’s first road worthy supercar. With similar technology straight […]
Have you got a couple $100 million spare change handy? Perhaps you’re an aspiring Bond villain? Or maybe you’ve been implicated in the Panama Papers? Well, you’re in luck – Netherlands-based yacht design company Sinot’s latest concept design, Nature is a vessel ripped straight out of a Putin daydream. It’s called Nature for a reason; […]
The Ferrari’s prancing horse logo has been engrained on luxury car lines for years. Whenever the name is spoken, its reputation shines a bit brighter. In 2014, Ferrari was named the most luxurious car brand in the world and in 2012, became the most expensive car ever sold (the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO). Queue the […]
A good quote gives us a fascinating snapshot into how great minds think. The subject matter they choose to talk about and their responses to their situations or all telltale signs of mistakes made and lessons learnt. PERSON WHO IS HAPPY IS NOT BECAUSE EVERYTHING IS RIGHT IN HIS LIFE, HE IS HAPPY BECAUSE HIS ATTITUDE TOWARDS EVERYTHING […]
MediaWorks CEO, Michael Anderson has leadership experience honed by years at some of Australia’s largest media companies. He led one of Australia’s largest commercial radio groups, Austereo for seven years, was Chairman of Oztam and oOH! Media and a non-Executive Director of Fairfax Australia. But from an environment that is often still associated with the […]
Don’t underestimate the value of a fresh start to revitalize you, reduce your anxiety levels and reset your mental health. Working with people in businesses that are going through change often means working on a deeply personal level and helping them conquer their biggest issues. We all have times when we feel overwhelmed, too busy […]
In a time where industries can be disrupted with the introduction of a single product or service, how do you keep your business on the forefront of change? Failure to move with the times can cripple businesses, so you need to be ready to adapt and embrace change. What you’re doing today isn’t necessarily going […]
Digital transformation and automation are currently extremely hot terms in the business world. However, unlike other buzzwords or industry fads, transformation and automation are here to stay and in reality, they will have a massive impact on the success of your business moving forward. As the world moves into, what some are calling ‘the fourth […]
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with, mentoring and just chatting to a whole bunch of awesome young entrepreneurs. Connecting with someone over a shared passion and work ethic is a brilliant motivator and young entrepreneurs are filled with exciting ideas for the present and future. Recently, I caught up with […]
DRIVING POSITIVE CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT Adecco New Zealand, have been surveying our customers for several years. Most recently we have moved to the Net Promotor Scoring system (NPS) which is widely recognised as a leading measure of customer engagement. WHY SHOULD BUSINESSES CARE? The importance of human interaction and the correct level of customer service continues […]
Over the winter months, we have covered some of the most outstanding reds from our part of the world. We’ve brought you a selection of some of the best we have tried with ‘bites’ of information that you can share when you bring these wines out at the next occasion. This is the last of […]
Age: 47 Occupation: Automation Architect What’s your morning routine? Short and sweet; kids get their own breakfast and make their school lunches, so it let’s us get ready pretty quickly. Then it’s just a 3 minute cycle to work. What are the top three things on your bucket list? Fly a helicopter; ski or snowboard Corbet’s […]
Age: 47 Occupation: Radiologist specializing in sports injuries at Mercy Radiology and Emergency Radiology at Auckland Hospital What’s your morning routine? Up at 0600 for breakfast with the kids. I normally just have a glass of water with Good Green Stuff. Every other day I head to Next Gen for a morning TRX workout with Sean […]
Age: 27 Occupation: Managing Director/Video Producer What’s your morning routine? It tends to vary, as different video shoot projects mean that wake-up times can be all over the place. If it’s a more standard morning, I like to keep things easy – shower, good breakfast, make lunch, and a kiss on the cheek from my […]
Founded in 2012, Digitsole has fast become the world-leading distributor in connected footwear. Digitsole is footwear that speaks to your mobile phone and transfers information that will alter the shoe to cater for your individual foot, even coming with temperature control so you can keep your toes warm. The shoes have movement sensors built into […]
The NUVIZ is the world’s first integrated navigation system that combines navigation, communication, action camera, and music in a single headset. This new product cuts out the need for different devices and mobile phone for easier, quicker motorcycling not intrusive to the riders line of sight. With a weight of 200g and a length of […]
Blink XT has been renowned for releasing some pretty cool security tools. Founded in 2008 and recently purchased by Amazon, Blink has come up with a line of indoor and outdoor battery-operated security cameras that matches together with a Synch Module to connect it to any Android or Smartphone. The camera itself is about the […]
Doesn’t it get annoying when you’re half way through a television show and you get bombarded with five minutes of advertisements? Or when you’re sitting there with your kid and something pops up on TV that is inappropriate or just damn weird? Well, thank goodness for Filtrie. The company was founded in 2014 by a […]
Oh how wonderful technology is. Chinese company, Maxustech, announced in 2017 that they were planning on launching a home smart controller at your fingertips under their side-business, Welle. No one knew how literal their promise was. The first human motion detector to get onto the market, this matchbox-sized device reads any gesture or motion via […]
A brand new iPad has hit the shelves with new and improved specs while still maintaining the ‘classic’ iPad look. Now with its 9.7 inch screen and 2048×1536 resolution, this model’s display puts it in a new league of its own. Optimised by using Apple’s own A10 Fusion graphics chip (making its debut in the […]
To be fit, or not to be fit? That is the question. And the answer? Well, the global phenomenon known as Fitbit has it. They’ve undergone a whole lot of changes and additions over the years. The slender, sexy watch is a fitness lovers’ dream, but it seemed to be missing an element. This year, […]
Unfortunately, with Generation Z being so attached to their mobile phones, tablets, phones, Xbox’s and other devices, precious memories at the beach are no longer a reality. Kids would be more keen to surf the web than they would surfing actual waves. That being said, robots are fast becoming more and more prevalent in everyday […]
Here’s your chance to join us for an exclusive, adrenaline-fuelled day of exhilarating performance and luxury. The Lexus Performance Track Day is a chance to drive our most recently released vehicles, and receive one-on-one coaching on the track from our professional drivers. The full Lexus line-up will be available including a hand-picked performance fleet with the Lexus […]
Located in the heart of Parnell is Han, a Modern Korean restaurant fusing French Techniques into traditional cuisine. After opening late last year, Han has already established itself as the premier location for refined Korean cuisine. The heart of the operation is the Owner and Head Chef, Min Baek, who, partnered with Sous Chef Kevin […]
I’m sure we’ve all heard some conflicting ideas about coffee – whether it’s good or whether it’s bad, and the general consensus seemed to be one or two coffees a day was fine and may even have some health benefits. Now there’s even more good news for coffee addicts as a new study (Coffee consumption and […]
I know that purpose of editor’s letters are to give some welcome to the magazine, maybe draw on some key features and wrap them up with some of insight. This month I will let you find your own way through the magazine while I use the space as a dedication to someone who means something […]
If you haven’t heard of Allbirds yet, you will soon. Kiwi, Tim Brown, together with engineer Joey Swillinger created Allbirds, a footwear company creating a range to suit your everyday needs, from loungers to runners. What is special about the brand is the materials they use and the sustainable nature of their process. All of […]
It’s easy to go over the top with your burgers, and BurgerFuel has always been about pushing the envelope in terms of flavour and ingredients. At this very moment the latest burger out is the Ultimeatum, which is everything the name suggests it is. I trust their judgement when it comes to crafting something delicious, […]
As the poster boy of the silicon valley startup scene Drew Houston, founder of Dropbox, is now worth $2.4 Billion. When we call you up to be Man on the Street and we ask you “What quote do you live by?”, feel free to quickly skip to this section, use one of these quotes and […]
