It’s a really easy thing to get into a bit of a routine with things. This is of course a broad statement that covers most aspects of life, from habits through to tastes. In the wine world though, it is also true. It’s easy to get into a bit of a varietal groove. It might […]
In tough times, it’s more important than ever to stand together and support local. Luckily, in terms of our wine industry, that means no compromise at all. A perfect example of local and yet world class winery is Mills Reef Winery. Established in 1989 by the Preston family, the Mills Reef brand has established itself […]
Fade in: An ominous beat leads us into a darkened living room. A flickering television is the only illumination. A montage of news reports plays on the screen. Tom Hanks and his wife have coronavirus. Italy is lock-down. President Trump shuts the borders to European travellers. The NBA suspends the season. Stock market down amid […]
Joaquin Phoenix, winner of Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role in a Motion Picture award for ‘Joker,’ poses in the Winner’s Gallery during the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium In January. Joaquin Phoenix’s Oscar baiting role as the Joker has been earning him accolades everywhere, and […]
The Japanese automotive manufacturer, Toyota, have been a staple name for many a car dealership for years. At the CES in Vegas this year, in collaboration with Danish architecture firm, Bjarke Ingels Group, Toyota announced their next big concept project. To build an urban city powered completely on hydrogen fuel cells. Set to start building […]
As a once-avid skier, I can appreciate the appeal of a tight pair of snow blades. A design collaboration between global manufacturing company, Bentley, and the high-end Swiss ski manufacturer, Zai, have officially created the coolest set of skis. Created by composite carbon fibre materials that are also used in the latest generation of aircraft […]
Deciding what to watch together can be a difficult task. It has torn marriages and families apart. Here are the many ways people have tried overcoming this difficult part of the evening. Bargaining This system seems the most fair at first, but it’ll always leave one of the viewers cold. You watch John Wick one […]
Montana isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of somewhere you expect to rub shoulders with the world’s elite, but this $25 million home is just a short drive away from Yellowstone Club, a members only venue that occasionally hosts Bill Gates, Justin Timberlake and various Wall Streeters when they have […]
Ghost Fire By Wilbur Smith It had to happen. Our first R18 book in our book review section! We tried hard to keep this a family-oriented section, much to the horror of everyone over 18 years old. But Wilbur Smith’s latest novel is too good not to include. Set in India back in the 1750’s, […]
Occupation: Drive Host on Coast Age: 42 What are the top three things on your bucket list? Watching Liverpool play live at Anfield at the Kop end. Taking my wife to New York and experiencing that incredible city together. Following Pearl Jam around on a world tour. They change the setlist every night, so no show is […]
Occupation: Commercial Planning Director, House of Travel New Zealand Age: 58 What advice would you give your 20 year-old self? Travel more. Work to live, not live to work. Live by the motto that “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.” How do you stay motivated? I’m always seeking a better […]
Photo Credit: White Spark Pictures While it’s still pretty warm in NZ, the Auckland Museum is showcasing a climate that’s a little on the chilly side. The Antarctica Experience will be exhibiting, giving visitors a virtual reality view of the icy continent. Using 360-degree camera control and 4K, high resolution vision, visitors will be able […]
Occupation: Commentator at SKY Sport and Senior Account Manager Age: 42 What’s your morning routine? Up around 5:30am for a workout at home, then I jump onto the laptop to set up my schedule for the day before my daughter Willow wakes up at around 7am. I make her breakfast (always pancakes or French toast), […]
Photos by Dean Treml/Red Bull Content Pool Taking diving to the extreme is Colombian professional cliff diver, Orlando Duque. Duque took a dip at the historic Toorji Step Well in Jodhpur, India following the recent Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. Built in the 1740s, the well was orginally built as a water source and […]
Creative psychology is a very interesting field to explore. Creatives oftentimes exert a certain type of enthused physical energy. They work on their art for long hours – oftentimes driving themselves crazy with stress – and teeter between fantasy and reality and are infamous for disappearing to the other side of the world to write, […]
This is it, for sure this time, Daniel Craig’s final outting as Bond. James Bond. He’s effectively transitioned the character, not only through to a new age of cinema, but also society. We sat down with Craig to discuss everything from working with Director Cary Fukunaga to getting into shape for this iconic role. Images […]
Movies like Harry Potter, Star Wars, the Marvel movies, Superman and Batman have all enjoyed outstanding runs, each earning billions as pop-culture phenomena. Die-hard fans around the world are forever waiting for the next sequel or fix from their favourite superheroes. Some have even been made into stage musicals. No other cluster of films though […]
In our ever-moving world of AI, market drops and fast cars, we often times forget the importance of the earth around us. Climate change is a growing concern for us all and one that can’t be ignored. The coral reefs are just too clogged with garbage and our lakes and streams are leading waste into […]
Launched in Germany almost 100 years ago, Hugo Boss has evolved from general purpose clothing to slick suits and a fashion trend setter. Since then they’ve continued to diversify and dominate the global scene with two stores already opening in Christchurch and Auckland. They’ve shown no sign of slowing down either, they’re currently preparing to […]
Looking back at their 50 year chronograph history, Tudor have brought sophistication and style to the art of watchmaking. Unique in its style, the Black Bay Chronograph boldly combines aquatic tradition of the Black Bay family with the chronograph’s timekeeping function that ruled the racetrack. In its birth year of 2017, it won the prize […]
Swiss made luxury watches and smart watches seem like a world apart. One world draws on a history of handmade craftsmanship, legacy and a reverence of the past, the other is all about the latest bells and whistles. The merging of these two worlds seems a tough one to reconcile, but over the last few […]
From left to right: Triumph & Disaster Gameface Moisturiser, 100g, $75; Triumph & Disaster Rock&Roll Face Scrub, 100ml, $49; Baxter of California Under Eye Complex Cream, 22.5ml, $49.99; Layrite Moisturising Conditioner, 300ml, $30; Trumpers Eucris Eau de Toilette, 100ml, $154.50; Layrite Daily Shampoo, 300ml, $30; Taylor of Old Bond Street St James Deodorant, 75ml, $31. […]
The question, “What does it mean to be a man today?” can feel like an abstract one, best left to hang wringers of the culture wars. But it can also be a deeper personal question that can lead to self reflection and improvement. Italian men’s fashion house, Ermenegildo Zegna, has been observing men’s fashions and […]
National Treasures come in all shapes and sizes and in this case, flavours from the the oldest wine property in the country. Established in 1896, Te Mata is New Zealand’s original fine wine estate. Recently described by jancisrobinson.com as ‘A national treasure’, Te Mata Estate produces wines grown, hand-harvested, fermented, and bottled entirely on their […]
It might well be that some of your childhood heros were F1 racers. Maybe Alain Prost, Niki Lauda, Michael Schumacher or Ayrton Senna even graced your wall. Big money, high speed, danger at almost every turn and, of course, the echoing sound of high revving combustion engines that defined the sport. While F1 might still […]
Located on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, California stands one of the most famous nightclubs in the world. Perhaps in history too. Not so much for its appearance than its star-studded notability, the Viper Room has had its fair share of celebrity occupants. Regulars have included Toby Macguire, Leonard DiCaprio, Jared Leto and Jennifer Anniston. […]
At the CES this year, the world was introduced to the latest in the future gadgets. One of the leading trends this year was that of transportation. Fully-autonomous vehicles are here to stay, it seems. Big car names like Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini, Honda and Toyota all showed off their latest concept ideas at this year’s show, […]
Named the Vision AVTR, this Mercedes-benz concept showcased at CES blends Biological sensibilities with transportation. Made in collaboration with James Cameron’s Avatar team, this is seriously a car for the future. With four near-wheel independently controlled motors, it has a combined engine power of more than 350 kW. This sort of control gives the AVTR […]
I have to pinch myself as I watch my two boys giggling over their Disney movie – wondering what the hell just happened. The last few months still don’t seem real. Our sixteen-month-old, Jed, is recovering from open-heart surgery, his skilfully darned chest-zipper still inflamed, but not sore enough to stop him cracking up at […]
Since he first put on an All Black jersey as a 23-year old in 2008, Kieran Read has amassed more than a century of test appearances. Now, after a stellar provincial, club, and international career – including back to back World Cup victories – the New Zealand captain writes openly and honestly about his time […]
The Under Armour HOVR Machina is a combination of comfort, form and stamina. Kitted out with real-time Form Coaching and digital analytics, the sneakers let runners track their running form with personalised guidance. Runners can measure their foot angles and ground contact time to give them a deeper understanding in longer runs using MapMyRun, part […]
Joint Movement Joint discomfort or pain is quite common for sports enthusiasts and those who suffer from arthritis. For full-body strength and wellness, a collagen supplement works holistically with antioxidant benefits for potent joint support. Collagen is the main structural protein in various areas of the body, like the skin, bones and teeth. Adashiko, founded […]
I’m not an inventor. I just want to make things better. – Daniel Ek, Spotify CEO There’s a lot of pride that business owners have. It’s actually really critical that pride and ownership extends to everyone in the organization. I think everyone is in the same boat in driving the company forward. – Aaron Levie, […]
At greater than 95%, the odds of survival for men with testicular cancer are better than good and often why testicular cancer doesn’t gain the same attention as others. But for some men, treatment-related side effects mean quality of life can be severely comprised. At Movember, we focus on getting these predominately young men back […]
We all crave connection, we’re only human after all. With each other, yes – but also with our interests, our daily tasks and the products we choose to use. Because long gone are the days of one brand or device fits all. Now, we have the power of choice. As marketers this means we need […]
What better time to look toward the future than right now. We’ve been combing through the options and found startups that have the potential to change the way we do things in the future, as well as trends in business to watch going forwards. Meatable I hate to say it but the writing appears to […]
Common wisdom would tell us that Australasia would have a hard time keeping up with Europe when it comes to things like wine and chocolate. But whenever we’ve been given the chance, we’ve knocked it out of the park. NZ has its fair share of great wines and don’t get me started on anything we […]
With many of us stuck at home, it’s easy to let go of some of our healthier habits. However, with all this extra time you may have, it’s the perfect time to experiment with new and easy dishes to get us through. Try this flavourful Thai-inspired slaw salad from Sophie Likes Cake for a change! […]
There is a fine line between success and failure. Often our internal dialogue, outlook and beliefs can tip the scales either way. It is natural to suffer from doubts and imposter syndrome and to talk yourself out of potential opportunities. In the words of Winston Churchill: “Optimists see the opportunity in every problem, pessimists see […]
Do you plaster #yeswayrose all over your Instagram account, or are you yet to find one that really floats your boat? There’s so much more to rosé than the three P’s – Pale, Pink and Provence. Rosé has been in growth mode for several years and with a huge number of New Zealand brands producing […]
When we decided to launch a new insurance brand, we knew that we would have a fair bit of mud slung at us. After all, no one likes paying for their insurance, and no one really likes their insurance provider in New Zealand. The mud slinging started on day one, and continues to this day. […]
If you’re a vegetarian or a vegan you’re probably pretty familiar with the humble chick pea and tofu – one of my favourite things about them is how versatile they are when it comes to cooking. While I was sifting through Pinterest trying to find some new ideas for vegetarian dinners, I came upon a […]
It might be time to put a mirror up instead, so that you can see yourself in the current reality. A mirror is a metaphor and might in reality be a dashboard of your current numbers, a reflection of how you are currently doing relative to where you want to be. This will help you […]
Spector has worked as a bartender in some of the biggest venues in the world, and his whisky knowledge is second to none. Now he’s back in New Zealand, we decided to pick his brain over a drink or two. Starting easy, on the rocks or neat? Ah, it actually depends. I don’t think there […]
Jeremy Nivern, Manager of Scandal Ponsonby, and all-round good-time booze connoisseur, takes us through his spin on the classic cocktail. Ingredients 40mls Woodford Reserve 10mls Crème de Cacao 10mls Cointreau 7.5mls Sugar Syrup 2x Dash Orange Bitters 2x Dash Chocolate Bitters Equipment Mixing Glass Spoon Strainer Ice Rocks Glass Flavour Profile Rich, Cacao, Dark […]
Bourbon, America’s famous native spirit, pours $8.6 billion from their charred oak barrels into its birth state, Kentucky. Supplying 95% of the world’s bourbon and generating over $1 billion in annual salaries, this tasty industry is an economic powerhouse for the Bluegrass State. However, like anything else in a competitive industry, not all bourbon is […]
“It is the perfect fit for those needing space but looking for an easy-to-manoeuvre vehicle,” says David Hodge, Managing Director Mazda New Zealand, explaining the brand new Mazda CX-30. “It offers the best of both worlds, giving roominess and ample cargo space for around town and out of town adventures, delivered in dimensions that make […]
Building in the midst of suburbia means there will already be kerb-side greenery and gardens to soften any architectural intervention, but it comes with its own particular challenges. When Box™ was approached by clients with a 466-square-metre hillside section in Khandallah, Wellington, one priority for architectural graduate Tim Hogarth was to deliver plenty of room […]
In uncertain times, people crave stability – and in the first instance, most look for it at home. Those who already have a stash of pantry staples squirreled away (and let’s face it, a couple of bottles of wine too) as per advice in the civil emergency guidelines, or who have nurtured a veggie garden […]
Started in 1967 and occupying different states around the US before ending up in the bright lights of Vegas, the CES is a glorious centre-point of the tech calendar. A spinoff of the Chicago Music Show, the show has been the birthplace of many of technology’s greatest achievements. With CES 2020 over for another year, […]
With CES over another year, we bring you our top picks for all the latest and greatest in the world of consumer electronics, or more specifically in the world of screens. Best TV SAMSUNG QLED, BEZEL-LESS 8K Doing a full-circle back to Samsung, the best TV set at CES has to go to the Japanese […]
It’s high time we stopped relying on a flipdown board to keep the sun out of our eyes and apply a little technology to the situation. Bosch is on the case with a simple solution which stays out of our way with a surprisingly lightweight solution. Currently in the concept phase at the moment, a […]
Looking at The Housing Market Now and in the Future Dan Heyworth is co-founder and director at Box, a combined registered architectural practice and registered master builder that is not only changing the approach to building and design, but the focus in terms of creating homes, that people are going to love living in, as […]
In their second special edition collaboration with acclaimed British designer, Paul Smith, Leica has brought out the Leica CL ‘Edition Paul Smith’. I guess it’s like a self-titled album. The classic Leica has been brightened up with a colourful striped alternative. Not everybody will be able to get their hands on this edition though – […]
Dan Heyworth is co-founder and director at Box, a combined registered architectural practice and registered master builder that is not only changing the approach to building and design, but the focus in terms of creating homes, that people are going to love living in, as opposed to prioritizing industry awards. It’s this customer-first approach that […]
It’s the mid-60s and Japanese researchers are framed by a white desolate landscape typical of the Antarctic. Their work has brought them to Mizuho Plateau. It’s an inhospitable world they’ve found themselves in, but they knew what they signed up for. The ice core drilling they were doing would be important for future researchers. To […]
You may have recently seen the influx of social media users flashing their sparkly smile, crediting their pearlers to a recent at-home teeth whiten. The trend of at-home teeth whitening has grown significantly in the past few years, and while you’ll find plenty of overseas-based companies on the market, one Kiwi business is giving locals […]
Danu founded RUSH Digital in 2010 and has led its technology teams in developing world-first solutions for global companies such as Microsoft, Disney, Google, Samsung and Nokia. He’s overseen and been hands-on involved in the design, development and deployment of numerous software and hardware projects across a wide range of platforms and disciplines. Not only […]
Theresa Gattung needs no introduction, but for the sake of consistency we will mention a few of her many achievements. Theresa first hit the public spotlight in a big way when she became CEO of Telecom in 1999, making her the first female CEO of a large public company in New Zealand. Since then she […]
John Cleghorn is a Founding Partner of Prime Strategies Group. Prime focuses on business excellence in the Small to Medium (SME) business market. Their ethos is to help SME owners make their respective businesses operate better, become successful and put their lives back on track. Getting good advice and some outside perspective is important, even […]
With 40,000 members and $1.5 billion under management, KiwiSaver fund Simplicity is a growing player within the growing base of our own domestic capital. As a non-profit with low fees, a charitable arm, venture investment and even a disruptive mortgage offering, Simplicity aren’t just helping to drive our collective capital but also giving individuals some […]
With rolling topography, views that stretch all the way to the Hen & Chickens Islands, and only five minutes from the spectacular Tara Iti golf course, securing a site at the Sandhills estate is like getting a hole in one. So in 2017 when Box™ was asked to conceptualise a design for a holiday escape […]
Abraham Lincoln once remarked that if you gave him six hours to cut down a tree, he would spend the first four hours sharpening the axe. We are not too sure if Abe was much into pilates or crossfit, but there is something about his advice that applies well to the world of sports and...
