Testicular Cancer is fast becoming a major problem around the world, being the most common malignancy in young men. About 9,310 new cases of testicular cancer are diagnosed daily worldwide and there are 400 deaths as a result. Last month, it was International Testicular Cancer Awareness Month – a national call-out to young and […]
On Monday 26th of March 2018 while the April issue of M2 was being printed we learned of a tragedy involving one of our feature profiles, Volvo Ocean Race sailor, John Fisher. His team, Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag reported that John had been lost overboard in gale force conditions whilst the team was racing through the […]
Available this July (with only 350 available world-wide) the G-Shock MR-G is in a complete class of its own. The ultimate display of watchmaking, stylish, elegant and practical. The name itself is tied into it’s making – M for “Majesty” and R for “Reality”. Based on the design of the Japanese sword, the watch is […]
The Grand SEIKO Hi-Beat Automatic timepiece is a must grab for any watch enthusiast. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the 9S movement, this watch features calibre 9S86 (the same movement used in previous GMT models) and a hand crafted and finished dial and hour markers. REF SBGJ229 – $24,600.00
In the year of its 150th anniversary, IWC presents this iconic timepiece in the timeless design of the Jubilee collection. This model is limited to 2000 watches and is housed in a stainless steel case. It features a blue dial with a lacquered finish, and rhodium-plated hands. The printed numerals and indices stand out in […]
Running on a 59800 calibre movement, this attractive timepiece combines a classic Portofino Hand-Wound Eight Days with a moon phase display at “12 o’clock”. This model is limited to 350 watches and is housed in a 45-millimeter stainless steel case. It features a blue dial with a lacquered finish. Matching the colour of the case, […]
Everyone knows the story of the crew of Apollo 8 being the first humans to seeing the dark side of the moon. Now, OMEGA has made a watch in respect of that mission. An attractive, skeletal dial – a textured black face with ample attention towards the outer ring of the wrist piece that acts […]
The ’48 is back and it’s bigger and better than ever. For the 70th anniversary of the collection, OMEGA has produced a watch that will certainly stand amongst the rest. Featuring a calibre Omega 2500C, the timepiece can tick quicker and longer on its automatic styling. The watch includes a simple, elegant style with a […]
The Seamaster – it’s all in the name right? Complete with a Co-Axial calibre 2500, this watch really is an investment in the future. The stainless steel timepiece designed against the lacquered black or blue dial with a matching polished ceramic diving bezel. As the title would suggest, the Seamaster Diver is water resistant to […]
Dedicated to the world’s Seven Summit challenge, Montblanc’s Geosphere is great for mountaineering adventures and embodies the heart of the explorer. Powered by a calibre MB 29.25 motor, and an oscillating, two-turning dome hemisphere globes, this watch is stylish and advanced in its technology. REF 117838 – RRP$9,050
This fantastic time-piece displays an aesthetically-pleasing face with re-designed, black numerals, classic blue leaf-shaped hands and a unique railway minute track that encircles the dial and counters. This watch has a Calibre MB 25.02 automatic motion. A beautiful time piece by Montblanc. REF 118514 – RRP$6,955
This TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre Heuer-01 Red Bull Special Edition men’s watch celebrates TAG Heuer, the Red Bull Racing Team and their high-powered racing spirits. Heavily inspired by car racing, the TAG Heuer Carrera collection is the classic yet contemporary sports watch. Fastened with a brushed and polished steel bracelet, this impressive watch features a […]
With a solid carbon case, an elegant black dial and blue chronograph counters, the Monaco Bamford, is a respectful remake of the timeless classic. Complete with a 39 mm case, with the crown positioned on the left of the watch. Luminous indices and numbers illuminate amongst the watch and add another layer at night. RRP$12,300
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 […]
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 […]
Jaguar Land Rover has a new mission with James Bond – a three-year partnership at the state-of-the-art interactive experience, 007 ELEMENTS in Sölden, Austria. 007 ELEMENTS offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the world of the iconic secret agent in a new mountain-top location next to the ice Q restaurant used as the […]
Fast and Fusion, the new Flexweave training shoes from Reebok have landed and we here at M2 got to take the shoes out for a spin. Devonta Freeman (left), running back for the Atlanta Falcons is wearing the Fusion Flexweave. Brandin Cooks (right) is a wide receiver and new player for the LA Rams is wearing […]
Trying to stay healthy, especially this time of year, is always a challenge. Thankfully, Comvita Propolis Oral Spray, with well known antioxidant properties to maintain a healthy immune system, can help you out: Comvita® Propolis Oral Spray Extra Strength 20ml Propolis has well known antioxidant properties to maintain a healthy immune system. Comvita® Propolis Oral […]
Every three months or so a few of us in the neighbourhood get together to try a few drams of whisky. While predominantly blokes, there are now few brave women joining the fold of what has become affectionately known as the Renfrew Whisky Appreciation Society. Having been established just 12 months ago, the numbers have […]
It might seem to some like sacrilege to sully a good single malt whisky by turning it into a cocktail. Especially, something like a Glenfiddich’s single malt 12 year whisky. But as these two examples prove, it is quite possible to use the sophisticated flavour profile of this wonderful whisky as an accommodating foundation to […]
First introduced in 1969, the Monaco was the first square waterproof automatic chronograph, the Monaco Gulf is a gem in a watchmaker’s crown. Though it slightly resembles the 1969 original version, its modern 3-part steel case and a sapphire crystal, rectangular shaped pushers and slimmer lugs (since 2009) and an open case back to reveal […]
English singer/songwriter James Bay is back with a new haircut, sound and album. Electric Light is set to drop on May 18 and it’s steering away from the acoustic sound he established on his previous record. Bay has ditched the guitar in favor of a more atmospheric sound featuring electronic beats. Drawing inspirations from artists […]
Tim Webber Born in 1988, Webber grew up in New Zealand and spent his childhood on the floor of his fathers’ plywood business. He always had a fascination with designing and building things. He completed a Bachelor of Design in 2009 and went on to create his own design studio and creates his own brand […]
Sitting in traffic in a state of gridlock is a painful experience. Moving inch-by-inch as talking heads on the radio yabber on while drivers attempt to cheekily cut across lanes, the frustration of being stuck between point A and point B is excruciating. Increasing traffic congestion is a legitimate problem facing major cities around the […]
While the world still has hotspots of (relatively) untouched island getaways, the environmental effects of tourism are slowly adding blemishes to the sheen of these immaculate islands.The SoelCat 12 could be a solution. Ahh, the island paradise. With its turquoise waters, sand the texture of talcum powder and warm, temperate climate, who wouldn’t want to […]
There’s something quite awe-inspiring about stargazing. Looking deep into the speckled abyss of the cosmos is a humbling sensation felt by all since the dawn of humankind. Stargazers both serious and amateur will be left, well, starstruck by the Gemma Observatory – a slick, custom built observatory in that can rotate to give different views […]
With May the 4th being Star Wars Day, what better month than to preview the new Star Wars Movie! Check out Solo – A Star Wars Story, as well as a bunch of other upcoming flicks for the month of May Solo – A Star Wars Story It’s been 41 years since the first Star […]
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is back…balder, buffer and more badass than ever. In the hotly anticipated new action movie, Rampage (based loosely on a video game), Johnson plays a primatologist who teams up with George, a giant albino gorilla, in order to stop an invasion of monsters. Expect a giant wolf and crocodile too. Sounds […]
The One To Watch Wyatt Crockett Longevity the Maketh of a Legend If he plays every game leading up to the Eden Park clash with the Blues, Wyatt Crockett will become the first player to reach 200 Super Rugby games. And, with his track record it’s not hard to imagine he’ll play a part in […]
The Rising Sea By Clive Cussler Cussler has a number of franchises, this time its the latest from the Numa Files, starring Kurt Austin. A new marine based action thriller, starting off in 1573 to set the scene, then back to theimplications today with our heros and the bad guys. I always look forward to […]
Best-selling author of up to 70 books (and counting), Clive Cussler is a writer with an insanely vivid imagination. Swashbuckling adventures, megalomaniac villains, the electricity of espionage, the excitement of discovering sunken ships…intrigue, action, a snippet of humour – there’s something for every reader in Cussler’s writing. The author of The Mediterranean Caper (1973), Sahara […]
English singer, songwriter and model, Dua Lipa is one of those artists that you can’t not listen to, With hits like New Rules, IDGAF, and a collab with Calvin Harris in One Kiss. The real reason she has earned world-wide fame and recognition? She is just going forward and doing her own thing. English singer, […]
Race To The Hills A mad group start on the 5th stage of Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge; these motorbikers are ready to burn some serious rubber. One of the world’s most prestigious international racing racks, the Desert Challenge is stretched over five days and reaches across the United AraB Emirates. The rusty colours of the […]
Knowing when to hold ‘em, when to fold ‘em and when to walk away may be catchy lyrics popularised by Kenny Rogers, but they’re also key tenets that a poker player must abide by if they want to be truly successful. Joe Hachem is a professional poker player from Australia with career earnings exceeding $12.2 […]
Zuckerberg: Yeah so if you ever need info about anyone at Harvard Just ask. I have over 4,000 emails, pictures, addresses, SNS [Redacted Friend’s Name]: What? How’d you manage that one? Zuckerberg: People just submitted it. I don’t know why. They “trust me”. Zuckerberg: Dumb f**ks. This was an ironically leaked series of messages between […]
Benedict Cumberbatch is one of those guys you don’t forget or mix up with somebody else. He doesn’t have “one of those faces” that everyone else has. You’re not going to mix him up with Chris Pine and Chris Hemsworth, two people that looked so similar their parents both came to the conclusion that they […]
What with luxury watch brands having slipped back into the mainstream market for watch buyers, the timepiece is still very much alive and well. The big names in the watch business – Switzerland, Italy etc – still produce top-quality timepieces that will stand the test of time. M2 have put together a list of luxury […]
Start the day on the right foot by making sure your shoe game is on point.
It’s time to fully embrace all the latest and greatest Autumn style trends. Here’s all the trends and pieces you need to get in on. Vans Vans never seem to fail anyone when they’re looking for fashionable, easy-to-wear shoes. They have the street cred as well. If you were a youngster in the early 80’s, […]
The next revolution in photography has landed as the Sony World Photography Awards, an annual competition held by the World Photography Organization. A stunning celebration of capturing life’s most precious moments with just one click. On its 11th year (and counting), the awards are back and bigger than ever. Over 320,000 entries were considered last […]
Audi e-tron Vision Gran Turismo From the PlayStation to the race, the Audi e-tron Vision GT turns virtual into reality New Mercedes-AMG Showroom Now you can experience the Mercedes-AMG brand with all five senses with the first dedicated AMG Performance Centre in New Zealand. With its high quality materials, motorsport theming and the hallmark AMG […]
The Ferrari Challenge is the widest ranging and most envied one-make series in the world and for the first time ever, it was held in New Zealand. Fittingly, Hampton Downs Motorsport Park played host to a weekend of high performance, high drama and ultimate luxury in an event like no other – and we were […]
There gets to a certain point in your life (hopefully) when your place in the universe begins to click. The relevance of things becomes clearer, your attitude is more defined and your ‘zen’ more apparent. It’s not necessarily an age thing (although there is a good argument for time served), it’s more about the acceptance […]
Back in the early 70’s, the hair was big, the shoes were platformed and the trousers were bell-bottomed wider than Cheshire Cat’s Smile. It was a flamboyant and expressive time where collars were long and the attention span wasn’t. Popular music was Disco and more importantly Glam Rock, with one of the Glamest being Marc […]
I was always brought up with the understanding that first impressions last, and that their importance is paramount. Apparently, during that chance or appointed meeting, the experts believe that this ‘battle’ is won or lost in an instant. Your approach, your smile, your persona, your handshake, what you first say (including the tone) and what […]
Drinks International has for the fourth year in a row named Villa Maria as one of the most admired wine brands in the world and the highest ranking New Zealand winery in this year’s “World’s Most Admired Wine Brands” list. And while Villa Maria has become an icon in the New Zealand wine industry and […]
I want to activate your interest in something that is all around you, something that can work for or against you, something that can deliver you unlimited wealth success and happiness. I am talking about “incremental accumulation”, and once you learn about incremental accumulation you will be the master of your world and everything within […]
In a time where everything moves rapidly and is constantly evolving, it can be easy to lose track of what’s happening in the day to day of your company. It’s important to know what’s going on within your team, your customers and your industry so you’re aware of the state of the business both internally […]
Have you ever been scrolling through your Facebook feed and come across and liked a photo of your old roommate with his girlfriend posing a top of Mt Maunganui, only to find that you’re bombarded with online ads showcasing local tourist attractions? Ahh data – You wonderful thing! I say this as the world watches […]
If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, I recommend carving out time to engage in deep work. What is deep work and why do we need it? Four years ago, I made the decision to step out of the daily operations of my business. Since then, I’ve had much more time […]
The last six months have been big for me. I launched my personal high-end insurance brokerage business – Broadbent – and put a firecracker under my existing brokerage – Evergreen Life. The learning curve has been massive but the personal and financial growth has been well worth it. One of the biggest takeaways of the growth […]
Syrah originated from the northern Rhône region of southeastern of France and is in fact the offspring of two relatively obscure grape varietals Dureza and Mondeuse blanche. While both of these are barely in existence today, Syrah is now the 7th most popular grape in the world, grown across the globe in wine growing regions […]
When your life is full of writing, acting, producing AND being the lead singer of a band, you’re bound to have something interesting to say. Henry Beasley takes a few minutes with M2 to discuss life, success and motivation in this edition of Man On The Street: Age: 24 Occupation: Writer, actor, producer and […]
If you didn’t need money, what would you do? “I’d still build. I’d build cars, build tree houses, build cool alternative structures. I am not one to be able to do nothing, I always find something to keep my hands busy” – This guy clearly loves his job. Age: 28 Occupation: Owner of Round […]
Age 27 Occupation: Head Chef at Lula Inn What’s your morning routine? A PT session at Les Mills and then straight into the kitchen for work. What’s the top three things on your bucket list? 1. Nevis Bungy jump 2. Visit Old Trafford 3. Eat at Alinea restaurant in Chicago What advice would you give […]
“The Wall” is so much more than just a huge TV set, it’s a massive breakthrough in the development of televised entertainment. It even changes size. Whatever the viewer wants, “The Wall” gives. The world’s first modular MicroLED 146-inch TV featuring self-emitting technology has landed in the market. MicroLED’s are a lot smaller than […]
A leading developer in augmented reality and smart glass, Vuzix again has made tracks by releasing its Blade Augmented Reality Glasses onto the market. Perfect for any hands-free, on-the-go user, the functionality of this new piece of technology can navigate through the wearers basic and advanced needs. The Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses are completely untethered, […]
A new brand of e-bikes have hit the shelves recently, under the name of Cool Bikes. And yes, they are very cool. E-bikes are slowly becoming more and more the norm when it comes to quick travel on two wheels. Complete with Cruiser-like styles, and additions from top brands such as Samsung and Shimano, these […]
I’m an optimistic person by nature (probably a little bit too much so when it has come to some past financial investments) lately, though not even my overabundance of positivity is enough to make it through the financial news without coming away with at least a small amount of dread. Concerns about rising debt levels, […]
Ken Crosson Director at Crosson Architecture, Ken Crosson, is one of those architects that really sticks in your brain. He seems to take inspiration from everything. Whether it be inspiration on tone, texture of structural form, Crosson has got it on key. He studied in Auckland and spent a large majority of his 20’s in […]
Nathan Goldsworthy An industrial design specialist, Natahan Goldsworthy has built his own high-end furniture design company. He studied at Victoria University and graduated with a Bachelor of Design. He then went on to lecture and teach design at the same university. After leaving, he produced both commissioned and production pieces which were sold in New […]
Paul Izzard With more than 20 years of international experience in the industry and having worked in the prestigious APA Design crafting hotels and restaurants in the UK, Paul Izzard is the talk about town. He has been sharpened his teeth on corporate eateries like Subway and Wendy’s, over in the UK (his home stomping-ground) […]
