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Drawing the Line
As the calendar flicks over to its third month, I start an annual sweat about achieving my yearly goals. Some years I only get around to writing them at this point but this time I’m ahead, I’ve actually started. My aspiration this time is to capture my world on paper. […]
A Safe Haven for Wahine and Tamariki
It is a right for all New Zealanders—especially wahine and their tamariki—to feel safe in their homes. Unfortunately sometimes this isn’t the case. To feel safe and secure is a right that everyone should hold. According to a report published by The Guardian last year, in New Zealand, police attend […]
The Noire Narrative
In the labyrinthine alleyways of Paris, where the past lingers like the aroma of a well-aged Bordeaux is where the Noire collection by Silk&Steel finds its muse. Under the creative helm of Sarah Cotterall, the brand has always offered pieces that are as much a narrative as they are adornment […]
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Unveiling the Perfect Blend at the New Zealand International Film Festival 2023
The Whānau Mārama NZ International Film Festival is back and bringing us another season of International movie magic. Adding more sparkle to this dazzling event is Spy Valley Wines, the official wine sponsor, back for another year. Spy Valley are truly a team of movie buffs, with some Spy Valley […]
Chasing the Gold Standard in Wine
Spy Valley Wines might seem like they have a penchant for a bit of mystery what with being tucked away in an obscure part of the world Down Under in seeming cahoots with a spy base no less, but since putting their roots down in the depths of the Waihopai […]
Everywhere to Eat This Summer
What’s On the Board The new seasonal menu has landed at Jervois Steak House, celebrating the best and freshest produce of spring and summer. New dishes include a Savannah rib eye on the bone (a new cut, perfect for sharing), a black tiger prawn cocktail with Marie Rose, avocado and […]
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Interior Inspo: The New Med
Inject a dose of Mediterranean life into your antipodean winterscape. With a modern take on bohemian, Spanish style- zingy colour, bold prints and natural textiles can turn a dreary home into a vibrant casa. Style Tip. Cork, raffia and stone add a sense of perfect imperfection. Header Image of The […]
Passive Design: The Future of Energy-Efficient Building
Passive design is a concept that has been gaining popularity in recent years as people become more conscious about their impact on the environment. It is a way of designing buildings that maximises the use of natural light, wind and temperature to reduce the need for artificial heating and cooling […]
The Design in Demand – Hillary
An elegant, high-class style and clever layout was among the reasons our Hamilton showhome, Riverlodge Retreat, dropped many jaws when it opened. Over the years, the design of this home has skyrocketed in popularity, to the point it has earned a spot on our GJ’s family series designs, called the […]
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Three Snuggly Travel Essentials to Make your Trip a Breeze
Got your passport? Got your tickets? Great, don’t worry about your toothbrush, there’s plenty of those where you’re going. But don’t forget these: Heritage-Infused Gucci Savoy Collection Embody your inner VIP as you strut through the airport trailing Gucci’s latest Savoy Collection behind you. There is much walking to be […]
Forget Tokyo: Kanazawa, The True Spiritual Heart of Japan
Japan is a country of two extremes; modern and ancient. So for most visitors, Tokyo is the premier destination for the modernity and Kyoto has long been the go-to place to absorb all the centuries of tradition. But the problem is; so many tourists have caught onto that fact so […]
FIRST RESORT – 10 Of The World’s Best Luxury Stays
In this post Covid, lockdown world, travel really is the hot ticket obsession but life is too short for mediocre accommodation so to help with your global jaunts we have scoured the planet for some of the world’s most enchanting resorts, where luxury is defined not just by opulence but […]
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3 Things You Need To Make a Better, Smarter Home
Furbo for Furry Friends The fluffy members of our family are sometimes left to themselves for much longer than we intend. With Furbo, your pets will no longer be left alone. The 1080p Full HD camera with night vision capabilities allows you to keep an eye on them during the […]
This Car Can Change Its Colour Via Your Phone
The stories we’ve brought you so far have all been forward looking, this one is no exception as BMW looks ahead at the features their future cars will be packed with at the latest CES 2023. The vehicle of change as it were is the BMW I Vision DEE which […]
The DEEBOT N10 PLUS – Our Jetsons Future Begins
Sixty-odd years ago, the animated TV sitcom The Jetsons posited a template for a shiny technology-driven future, which may not have been a wholly serious work of futurology but fast-forward to today, and it actually wasn’t too far off. While the likes of Rosie the robot maid aren’t hitting the […]
Friday 26 October Forum Gallery
Our 3rd Journey to Excellence in pictures…
Auckland 16 February 2018 Gallery
On Friday February 16 M2woman celebrated the success of women in business and opened up the floor for discussion of gender diversity and pay equity in the workplace. Over 250 invited guests descended upon the Pullman Hotel for an afternoon of conversation and discussion. Media coverage of our first Journey […]
Friday 18 October 2019 Journey to Excellence Gallery Part 2
Over 600 engaged people joined us at the M2woman Journey to Excellence forum on 18 October at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland. Tania Domett from CoGo Research set the scene with her in-depth keynote, before Jason Reynolds from Quantum Movement shared some insights for building a great company culture. Debi […]