I know you’ve come here to read about inspiring people, big boats, fast cars and technology but let me just stop you for a moment before we get to that. Do you think about legacy? Big question, I know, for so early in the magazine but (I’m not sure if this is down to hormones from the […]
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts date back to the early 1900’s, when American investor and lieutenantcolonel, John Jacob Aster IV, opened up its first hotel in New York City. The hotel was then built on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street which (if you know the Big Apple well enough) is the most […]
In 2003, NASA launched its first ICESat (Ice Cloud and Land Elevation Satellite). Technologically advanced in its design and a key component in the advancement of space discovery, this machine circled the world reading the global climate to help combat its changing. After several years of diligent service, it was decommissioned in 2010. This year, […]
GEORGE LUCAS – A LIFE By Brian Jay Jones An inspiring story of how one man can win against the odds. How Star Wars almost never happened without his courage and clever thinking. I learnt a lot of how Lucas built his $4 billion empire. Well worth a read. THE PRESIDENT IS MISSING By Bill […]
S2 and Sagittarius A* Supermassive black holes have been long steeped in the fixture of astronomical discovery for centuries. First hypothesized in 1971 by Donald Lynden-Bell and Martin Rees, the first supermassive black hole was expected to be located smack-bang in the middle of the Milky Way, named Sagittarius A*. A few years later, scientists […]
The Predator One of cinemas most famous monsters is back to cause some mayhem. The Predator feels like a call back to the original, harkening back to simpler times. They even try to go back to their practical effect roots. The Predator’s are more lethal than ever. Let loose in a suburban environment they are […]
From the backstreets of Rotorua to the NBA playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder on a four-year $100 million contract, Steven Adams is a Kiwi who’s certainly risen through the ashes to become a big name on the world sporting stage. Born to a Tongan mother and English father, Adams grew up in a big […]
Since 2014, those who have been injured, wounded or fallen ill at the forefront or behind the scenes of modern day warfare have been given a lifeline in the form of the Invictus Games. Latin for ‘unconquered’, the word Invictus itself stirs thoughts of strength and power and using the medium of sport, has delivered […]
On July 22, 2018, Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel became the first man to ski down the from the summit of the second highest peak in the world, K2 in the Himalayas reaching 28,251ft. Pictured here is Bargiel during his first attempted ascent of K2 in June 2018. TOP PHOTO BY MAREK OGIEŃ / RED […]
Scientists have created an alloy that’s believed to be the most wear resistant metal in the world. If you owned a car with tyres made out of the stuff, you could skid around the equator 500 times before wearing it out. This advancement could save the electronics industry more than $100 million a year in […]
Freddie Mercury has been ingrained in popular culture since the forming of world-known rock-group, Queen, in 1970. ‘We Will Rock You’ is a go-to anthem at sporting events – everyone knows the words to ‘We Are The Champions’ or ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. Queen has rightly earned their badges of honour alright and sit on the pedestal […]
Olive Leaf Extract has been traditionally used to support the immune system during winter ills and chills. Be proactive this winter with a daily dose** of Comvita® Fresh- Picked™ Olive Leaf Extract. It is naturally high in antioxidants and by adding just 15mL per day for adults in your morning juice or smoothie makes it […]
“Growing up in Sydney, the oceans have always been a big part of my life. It’s incredible to see that adidas are taking such significant and positive steps in helping everyone fight marine plastic pollution. Together, we can protect the future of our oceans for everyone to enjoy.” – Ian Thorpe, Australian Olympic Gold Medalist […]
Want to burn those carbs quicker? Consider eating breakfast before going on your morning run. New research from the University of Bath has discovered that eating breakfast before exercise may “prime” your body to burn carbs. The study gave participants a bowl of porridge two hours before exercise. Researchers discovered that doing this increased the […]
How do you represent almost two centuries of expertise? By taking away the label of course, it speaks for itself. The Champagne world has its fair share of weird labelling and gaudy designs created to shout at you from the shelves. To shun this trend, the House of Champagne Mumm teamed up with internationally renowned […]
According to the Jetsons, flying cars were meant to be ubiquitous by now. If you needed to do some shopping and drop the kids of at Astro Soccer, you would just jump into the flying car and get about your business. While, of course things tend to take longer than a lot of 60’s futuristic […]
Imagine being able to reach any location on earth within four hours. An early breakfast in Paris before some market shopping and lunch in Shanghai, and an early dinner in Mexico City perhaps? Well, American aerospace giant Boeing thinks that you should be able to do just that and so have unveiled a ground-breaking, new […]
What do you get when you cross a beluga whale with an Airbus? I could come up with a witty retort or quip but I won’t. I’ll tell you straight-up. You will get the Beluga XL! For airplane enthusiasts, the French-owned plane manufacturer really went all out with their latest aircraft. Whether you’re into massive […]
DESIGNED BY ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS ARCHITECTS, THIS BOAT IS AN ICON IN ITS OWN RIGHT. 70 metres long and 14.20 metres wide, the Se77antasette superyacht has been contemporised to create a new look for a luxury boat. The entry level has three openings and branches into a huge terrace with a spa […]
What are a bunch of grown men to do for a weekend in Rotorua with no strings attached? That question probably meant a few different things years ago but nowadays, it’s about the destination and how much action, adventure and sights we can squeeze in. Keen on adrenalin? A bit of Kiwi nature and culture? […]
Rotorua is a Mecca for this country’s tourism industry. Its mineral hot pools, cultural events, bustling township and natural beauty really makes it a hot-spot for tourists, internationally and nationally. Well-known activities around Rotorua include the likes of white-water rafting, luging, zorbing and tree exploring (with a twist). Situated minutes from the Rotorua town centre, […]
We’ve already gone on about a heap of amazing things that you can do in Rotorua here, but there’s always more that can be added to the list! Here are our suggestions for some more action packed, fun filled and educational experiences to get into in Rotorua! Lady Knox Geyser Spouting up to 20 metres on […]
It’s a given that pop acts are going to have a shelf life of about five minutes. In 2007 when Paramore, My Chemical Romance, and Maroon 5 were stalking the charts, no one was expecting that any of them would still be relevant in 11 years. But here we are and Maroon 5 is once […]
Someday soon in a place near here, not totally unlike this, an old man may rise and speak of simpler times. The younger men might gather around and send for others, and they’d come running then hush to hear tall tales of great guys long gone. Through greying beard, the old man might whisper, so […]
Running a battery controlled vibrating clipper over your face is all well and good if that’s what you’re into, but now it’s time to get classy and traditional with the Bluebeards Revenge Scimitar Double Edged Razor. There are so many manly keywords in there, how can you not? This is a luxurious item that not […]
Up your game this summer with Fellini. Made in New Zealand with Europe’s finest woven cloths, Fellini’s latest collection plays with the classic check. Soft shades and saturated colour are inventively contrasted in ties that transition seamlessly from formal to casual. Each tie has the versatility to enhance a variety of occasional outfits from a […]
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride has been an established tradition since its founding by Mark Hawwa in Sydney in 2012. The event has since spread to the UK, USA, Canada and New Zealand with big media coverage really getting behind the heart of this campaign. Men in suits riding vintage motorbikes, raising funds and awareness for […]
Tame that ‘fro, groom that beard, smooth that skin and make sure you’re prepared for the day ahead with the best grooming essentials. From left to right: Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Giò, EDP, 75ml, $162; D&G Light Blue Italian Zest pour Homme, EDT 75ml, $102; Prada Black, EDP, 100ml, $189; Acqua di Parma Chinotto di […]
Slap on a pair of groovy shades for the finishing touch to any get up. From Left to right: Will.i.am for Specsavers $369, Ray Ban @ T Galleria $310.50, Karen Walker $349, G-star Raw @ Smith & Caugheys $259.90, Dior Homme @ T Galleria $805
With Spring here, its time to come out of the depths of your winter coat and into the sunny, fresh spring days. The best way to do that, in your trendy spring gear of course. We’ve put together some top trends to get into this new season. Styling by: Juvena Worsfold Photography by: Laura Court […]
Time to up your watch game? M2 has put together a list of our favourites from 2018, from big names like Tag Heuer, Grand Seiko, Rolex and Cartier. Have a few thousand dollars spare…? The Dan Carter TAG Heuer Aquaracer Special Edition Dan Carter has been a longtime friend TAG Heuer and joined their exclusive […]
Japan is a very picturesque city. Rich, colourful and bright, contrasted with edgy shadow and capricious cityscapes, Japan is a perfect place for any photographer to go exploring in. Translated into English as “a large cluster of apartments”, Danchi started popping up in 1960 to work with the increasing population. From three storey apartments to […]
Stepping out onto the Wimbledon court for any player must be a milestone to their careers. The suits and straw-hats. Traditional grass courts. Long, hot days. Millions of viewers tuning in around the globe. And, of course, the tennis. Founded almost 141 years ago, the games are still going strong on the sporting calendar with […]
Recognised as New Zealand’s most awarded SEO agency and ranked as one of the fastest growing businesses in New Zealand twice in a row, in 2014 and 2015, Pure SEO has come a long way since its birth in 2009, when founder Richard Conway saw a gap in the market for quality SEO. From a shared office space […]
As lamborghini’s new Asia Pacific Ceo Matteo Ortenzi points out, the automotive industry is currently experiencing one of the most exciting times within its history. New technology, consumer expectations and behaviours and trends are creating a pace of change like never before. For a man leading the Asia Pacific region of one of the world’s […]
Business’s and their employees are codependent- The business needs to communicate clearly and regularly what they want to achieve and always set an example. Teaching people how to be a success is helping them help you and your business. ARE YOU TEACHING YOUR PEOPLE? I recently rung up the local timber supplier about placing an […]
As a mentor and investor in several high-tech businesses, I regularly get asked for my opinions and advice about how to scale and succeed in business. As well as giving advice, I have been lucky enough to receive a lot of good advice which has helped shape and grow my own business strategy. Here are […]
AFTER SPENDING 6 YEARS WORKING IN FRENCH KITCHENS, KIWI WALLACE MUA HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AS THE EXECUTIVE CHEF AT FISH RESTAURANT AT HILTON AUCKLAND. After beginning a career in hospitality as a 15-year-old in the housekeeping department at the Hilton, Wallace has perfected his cheffing skills in kitchens both overseas and in his home country […]
Over the past few months, we have interviewed quite a few winemakers and, while Rosés have been the fastest growing category of recent years, it is the Chardonnays that are almost unanimously expected to be the next big thing for New Zealand wines. New Zealand is producing some outstanding Chardonnays. Here are three Hawke’s Bay […]
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 […]
What does it mean when a whisky has an age on it? Does older automatically mean better? The great unwashed may think so, but it’s all about knowing what you want out of a good dram. For years the rack of spirits have sat there staring us in the eye, daring us to question what […]
South Island born and bred Jody Pagey is this year celebrating his 20th vintage in the wine industry and 12th in Central Otago. After experience around the world, Pagey is putting all of his experience into use as the winemaker for Mount Michael Wines. We talk to Pagey about his philosophy and the future of winemaking in […]
Diets are always hard for guys to get into when weight-loss is concerned. The risk of whether they’ll work or not at reducing the ‘beer belly’ seems to hang heavy on many dieting minds. Have you ever thought of combining an insect into the mix? A food trend expected to be hitting menus around New […]
Happy Gilmore, move aside! Pick up the clubs and take a swing at a brand new bar that is coming very soon. Announced for an Octoberopening, Holey Moley, an interactive mini golf-bareatery is probably one of the coolest additions in years to the city’s nightlife. To be located at the Viaduct Harbour, this new bar […]
BurgerFuel has brought the magic once again to create a bit of a stir with a new and unusual limited-edition burger. Asian cuisine isn’t something you’d normally associate with burgers but the maniacs in the kitchen have gotten a taste for some global food trends and somehow managed to fit them into a burger. The […]
THE RECENT RELEASES OF VIDAL LEGACY WINES HAVE ACHIEVED LOCAL AND GLOBAL ACCLAIM AND ALSO INFLUENCED THE PROCESS BEHIND VIDAL’S OTHER TIERS, SOLAR, RESERVE AND ESTATE. WE TALK TO VIDAL WINEMAKER, HUGH CRICHTON AT A RECENT TASTING IN AUCKLAND ABOUT HIS APPROACH, A FOCUS ON QUALITY AND BEING PART OF A LEGACY. It is a […]
Age: 29 Occupation: DIRECTOR OF SPROUT EVENTS WHAT’S YOUR MORNING ROUTINE? COFFEE! After that I try give myself a bit of time to relax before I get out the door and start my day. WHAT’S THE TOP THREE THINGS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST? #1 Have a wee family of my own #2 Do a base […]
Working in the global liquor industry has kept Bho motivated over an already extraordinary career, and we’re sure he gets all the best tipple too as an added bonus. Check out what he has to say about life: Age: 39 Occupation: NATIONAL MARKETING MANAGER AT FEDERAL MERCHANTS & CO WHAT’S YOUR MORNING ROUTINE? My morning […]
One of the youngest people we’ve featured on Man On The Street, Jadyn Dixon hasn’t let that stop him from aspiring to great things. Beginning with a 3:30AM wakeup call some days is a start to the day for any successful man right? Or just a crazy person. Either way, check out what Jadyn has […]
THE MARVEL EMPIRE’S COLLECTION OF TIGHTLY CLOTHED SUPER HEROES SEEM TO BE TAKING OVER THE BIG SCREEN AT THE MOMENT, BUT IF YOU PREFER YOUR MASKED CRIME FIGHTING CATHARTIC ESCAPISM TO BE OF THE MORE INTERACTIVE KIND, YOU’LL BE PLEASED TO KNOW THAT SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, INSOMNIAC GAMES, AND MARVEL HAVE TEAMED UP TO BRING THE […]
Having just come onto the market, the Dobot M1 is the next step in allowing robotic arm assistance to make our lives easier. Partnered with both Huawei and Chow TaiFook, the Dobot brand is ready to be made big in the way of the accessory precision industry. With higher precision and practicality, the Dobot has […]
Camping is such an intrinsic pastime in New Zealand. Depending on the time of year and environment, it is important that we don’t go lighting fires willy nilly. Campfire-cooking can often become unyielding – sometimes even dangerous. Morph Cooker might have the answer to this problem. The Morph Cooker is a nifty little electric cooker […]
Us New Zealanders love the combination of the great outdoors and music. We love chilling at the beach on a hot summer day listening to The Exponents on full blast, or sitting peacefully on a glassystill river in a tinny, fishing and listening to Six60. But what happens if the speaker can’t handle all that […]
The gadget developers, Holi, have developed an alarm clock and AI system that turns straight into your own PA from the moment you wake up. It looks like a normal alarm clock, but there is also a wealth of knowledge inside this little droplet-shaped thing. Bonjour can let you know what the traffic is like, […]
Charging phones, tablets and other electrical devices can sometimes be a hassle – especially when you try to charge them all at once. Introduced from FuelBox, the Ultimate Charging Solution is a multi-dimensional charger and combines a mobile battery pack and a docking station to offer approximately 25 hours charging power with its 6,700 mAh […]
It seems fitting that Jason Statham is the hero in a movie facing off against an underwater monster. Last time he faced off against aquatic beasts, he was in the 1990 Commonwealth Game finals over in West Auckland. Now back in New Zealand once again, he filmed scenes for his new movie The Meg, a […]
Suits are like tools, they’re an instrument to get a job done with. Whether it be to turn a few heads, exude confidence during a presentation, or to just plain old make you feel good, suits have their place. But riddle me this, does your toolshed only have one spanner in it? It’s time to […]
If you’re ever standing at the bar with your mates and suddenly realise you have absolutely no idea what you’re doing when it comes to colour coordination, it’s fine. Hopefully you’ll have another round, push that feeling of dread deep down, and then google it later, bringing you to this article. There’s a lot to go into. […]
When one sock goes missing, where does it go? The Pair of Thieves crew would know. Already causing waves overseas, Pair of Thieves started off in California but has only just made it to our shores, and are only available at Farmers. Started by three mates, the brand and its designs have taken off. Starting […]
Powered by Grand Seiko’s unique Spring Drive movement, the SBGA211’s case and bracelet are made with high-intensity titanium, making it 30% lighter than stainless steel and a pleasure to wear. The blued steel second hand moves smoothly in glide motion, and glows over the contrasting pure white face to create an even more dramatic movement. […]
Freeview has launched its new and enhanced On Demand TV service. The new Freeview On Demand platform will replace FreeviewPlus (as well as various on demand apps) and give Kiwis easier access to shows from New Zealand’s leading broadcasters: TVNZ, MediaWorks, and Māori Television. Westside Three Made with support from NZ On Air If you […]
Being a man doesn’t just mean being macho. Being a better man means wanting to develop the qualities of inner strength, confidence, having moral qualities, possessing honesty and integrity and being a positive example. A better man wants to be courageous and bold, challenged and to feel a sense of contribution. Here’s our list of...
Freeview has launched its new and enhanced On Demand TV service. The new Freeview On Demand platform will replace FreeviewPlus (as well as various on demand apps) and give Kiwis easier access to shows from New Zealand’s leading broadcasters: TVNZ, MediaWorks, and Māori Television. Deep State TVNZ “We’re giving you the opportunity to make this […]
Freeview has launched its new and enhanced On Demand TV service. The new Freeview On Demand platform will replace FreeviewPlus (as well as various on demand apps) and give Kiwis easier access to shows from New Zealand’s leading broadcasters: TVNZ, MediaWorks, and Māori Television. Humans Three For the science fiction fans, there is Humans, a […]
Fitbit, most well known for telling how well you’re doing on your run and general activity has now branched into telling you how much you weigh every morning as well. They’ve recently unveiled its Fitbit Aria 2 Wi-Fi Smart Scale. After you’ve set it up via your smartphone’s Bluetooth connection, it helps you track and understand your […]
