As a small nation, in the relative scheme of things, we always tend to anchor our global success with a slight irreverence. We do celebrate that we punch above our weight, but even this kind of statement is a little bit limiting. The fact is that across a number of areas, sports like rugby and […]
Keeping your Aston Martin DB5 locked and secure at all times is an important consideration. Recently, Aston Martin have offered the possibility of building Aston Martin owners underground caves to ensure that extra safety for owners. It’s one of the most important rooms in the house. The owners, upon applying with Aston Martin, can work […]
Earlier this year, the global consulting firm, Mercer, ranked Auckland as being the third most liveable city for quality of life and, as the Economist Intelligence Unit’s global liveability index put out a list of the 10 most liveable cities study, we expected to make the cut. But alas, as all good things come to […]
To say that Joker is making a splash is an understatement. It’s trailers alone were able to send shivers down peoples spines, and with opening weekends overseas already being a total smash, there’s no doubt we have a hit on our hands. Joaquin Phoenix provides a spell binding performance of the antihero Joker, directed by […]
If you didn’t need money, what would you do? Set up a car yard in Central Auckland which only sells 1980’s Japanese hatchbacks from a tech-free office of the era. Beige suits, Datsuns and a Rolodex. It would definitely lose money, but would be super fun. Then go on huge trips exploring continents with my […]
What advice would you give your 20 year-old self? Face up to your problems and challenges. Your weaknesses have more to teach you than your strengths. So try, fail and learn. Also, get used to the smell of rich mahogany and leather bound books. How do you stay motivated? Wanting to be the best possible […]
What are the top three things on your bucket list? – Enjoy a sunset in Santorini – One-on-one coaching lesson with Tony Robbins – Share a bottle of Macallan 52 year old Whiskey with friends What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Work hard, play hard, put everything on the line and in invest […]
Every man needs an outlet. Whether that is playing a sport, studying quantum physics or learning a new instrument, it’s always good for a person’s mental health and wellness. For Chris Williams, the CEO of the award-winning advertising and marketing agency, King St, his escape is writing the next big musical. Chris’ hard work has […]
Directors seem to be one of New Zealand’s favourite exports, and our brightest star at the moment is Taika Waititi, He’s gone from indie darling to box office big hitter, but he’s never lost his roots. But times are changing and the sands that studios are built on are shifting. What does this mean for […]
Bob Iger, Chairman and former CEO of Disney, is one of the most successful businessmen on the planet. So when he dropped insights from his career in his latest book, we were listening. Following is an excerpt of advice from the book. Photography Courtesy The Walt Disney Company AT THE END of this book […]
Last month, the 29th official Monaco Yacht Show brought high style and sophistication to Port Hercules. Over 125 superyachts, 600 companies, the world’s most respected shipyards and worldwide debuts; the show delivers insane luxury. Started in 1991, the Yacht Show was organised by French entrepreneur, Maurice Cohen and has grown to include some pretty outstanding […]
Curb your creative enthusiasm and keep it simple. Select a few key pieces of exceptional design and craftsmanship and you’ll be doing both yourself and the planet a favour. Ceramic sculptures, $185 each by Gideon Bing; Small Owl, $80, and Medium Owl, $110 both by Paul Anker Hansen; Turning Tray, $355 by Finn Juhl; Artwork […]
Born in the back room of a barber shop in 2000, with nothing but a credit card and a second hand washing machine pump, essano is now the leading cosmetic maunfacturer in New Zealand. Nearly two decades later, founders Shane Young and Anthony Gadsdon continue to produce accessible top-quality products using powerful natural ingredients and […]
Most guys can grow some facial hair, but it takes a real man with sophistication and great tools to keep that facial hair in check. German-based brand, MÜHLE, recently released an S81H220SF Rytmo Fusion Shaving Set which copes with all your shaving needs. It’s a cartridge set that is made from ash wood and finished […]
Releasing their infamous original yellow boot in 1973, the old-school-turned-hipster-trendy footwear brand, Timberland has long been devoted to high-quality shoes. When you are wearing a Timberland, you’re comforted by the reliability and fit of a good pair of kicks. Released recently by Timberland, the MTCR (Moc Toe Crafted Chukka Reimagined) Boot is made from leather […]
Urban dwelling can wreck havoc on your skin, but these products are guaranteed to wipe away the grime, and leave you polished and primed. From Left to Right: The Body Shop Nicaraguan Coffee Intense Awakening Mask, 75ml, $47.95; Clinique For Men Charcoal Face Wash, 200ml, $51; Clinique For Men Super Energizer Fresh Daily Anti-Fatigue Booster […]
It’s become a world leading watch brand around the globe. Since its creation in 1881, the Seiko brand has engineered some marvellous timepieces. The Seiko brand has an infinity with its audience in the sports category. The Prospex range extends across multiple movement types – quartz, mechanical, solar & now even Spring Drive. The appeal […]
Casio, certainly made the ground shake when they released their G-Shock range in 1983. The first G-Shock watch, the DW-5000C, was made for workers, and was renowned as being durable, simple and fashionable. G-Shock is one of those watch ranges that routinely put forward amazing watches and look cool no matter the wearer’s profession or […]
Yamaha’s highly anticipated 2020 WaveRunner line-up has been released, and after much expectation sees the reintroduction of several popular models and the release of bold and exciting new colour and styling options across the range. After the successful launch of the all-new FX WaveRunner series in 2019 – which included industry first touch-screen displays, footwell […]
Boston-born photographer, Zack Seckler, makes his bread and butter by shooting for big publications. but when he isn’t doing commercial work, he’s circling amazing vistas in light aircraft, shooting what he sees below. ‘You can do all the research you want for these projects, but nothing compares to actually seeing things in person. Being in […]
Image courtesy of Apple “The philosophy has always been to be the best, not the first.” Tim Cook, CEO of Apple “If you tune it so that you have zero chance of failure, you usually also have zero chance of success. The key is to look at ways for when you get to your failure […]
If you’re the sort of person to get humbled by other people’s over achievements, you probably don’t want to read too far in Justin Vaughan’s background. A former New Zealand cricketer who played six tests and 18 one day internationals, he was also CEO of New Zealand Cricket from 2007-2011. He has held leadership roles […]
Getting the most bang for your buck isn’t about an all-singing, all-dancing campaign, it’s about working from the ground up. That means a strong framework that provides both you and your team with a clear and concise roadmap from day one. It is with this structure in place, you get to your point-of-difference. And this […]
In recent months, I was fortunate enough to be named as a finalist in the 2019 EY Entrepreneur of The Year awards. During the process, I was forced to spend time thinking about what has contributed to the success of my current business and isolating which of those things were actual ‘game changers’. 1. Finding […]
Vaughan Fergusson is the Founder & Director of VEND, EY’s Tech Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014 and is the co-founder of The Pam Fergusson Charitable Trust, running initiatives to transform education like OMGTech!, Voluntari.ly and inawe.co.nz, setting up an enviro-tech centre in the middle of the bush in Raglan. Every year Vaughan does an […]
Do you mean what you say? It’s the clichés and the claims we make on how we want the world to see us that often catch us out. Things like, ‘I appreciate my staff, we offer great service, we care about our customers, I care about the environment, we work hard to eliminate waste’. These […]
1. Digital Profile There is no question that since social media began in 2004, the digital landscape in general has exploded. Everything and everyone is now more connected than ever before. You can order restaurant quality food through your mobile phone and have it delivered to your door without leaving your couch. You can speak […]
Chances are you’ve heard tales of Thomas Edison overcoming failure. Edison (1847-1931) most famously invented the long-lasting, practical electric light bulb. He is credited with developing devices for electrical power generation, mass communication, sound recording, and motion pictures. As a master of trial and error, these innovations have had a widespread impact on the modern […]
The Grill by Sean Connolly at SKYCITY has your race day sorted, and it’s no holds barred. For those that love the thrill of the punt and who are hungry for race day action, drop in to the Melbourne Cup Punter’s Lounge at The Grill by Sean Connolly for a race day three-course lunch. Upon […]
While we can trace the history of Bollinger back to the 14th and 15th centuries the first time the name appears officially in relation to champagne is in 1829, and since then has been a mainstay in the champagne world. This long history is something that needs to be constantly safeguarded, not only through the […]
The Hungry Mr Wolf is a former restruaratuer and wine industry professional who has taken on the daunting task of finding the best dining establishments in New Zealand. Why you may ask? So you, our valued readers, know who’s kicking butt in the hospitality industry and where the must go spots are no matter where […]
For years Netflix has been the poster child of online streaming. Amazon Prime Video has done it’s best, but now a serious competitor has risen. Disney looms with it’s new service, Disney+, ready to rake in millions. Does this mean the end of Netflix? Or can they co-exist? Let’s first take a look at what […]
Another year, another keynote full of new numbers on iPhones. Here’s everything Apple announced that we think you should keep an eye on. iPhone 11 The headline act is always the new iPhone. The regular iPhone 11 will come with duel cameras, but this year the bravest move was the telephoto (triple camera) on the […]
Billing itself as the world’s lightest compact convertible, the new HP Elite Dragonfly definitely has the numbers to back up that claim. Its sub-1kg magnesium body sports the world’s highest screen-to-body ratio in a 13-inch business convertible. To keep business going 24/7 – well 24/1 – the battery life gives a whopping 24.5 hours of […]
Have you ever wondered what music Aquaman listens to? No, neither have we, but if he were to listen to music, he’d listen to it using these headphones. Royal College of Art’s, Rocco Giovannoni has recently designed a pair of headphones that are, in fact, full of water. Yep, you read that right. Titled Inmergo […]
Whether you’re a start-up or an industry leader, investing in the right technology is key to gaining the edge for your business. HP is well known for it’s business equipment to get things done, but they’ve taken things a step further, offering an entire space for you to work in! BYOD (bring your own device) […]
You can never have too much of a good thing! This is great news as Yamaha have released their 2021 WaveRunner range and it’s available NOW in NZ. What’s more, most of the range is all-new with the GP Series race-inspired models and VX Series recreation models having had major feature and design upgrades. Plus, […]
