The M2woman Journey to Excellence Forum with a panel of 5 successful women in New Zealand business, held in Auckland on 16 Feb 2018: Join the conversation on twitter Meanwhile on Facebook: Join the conversation on Facebook For more details: JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE Join the Journey to Excellence Newsletter to stay up to date with...
Five high profile business women are joining forces to improve the gender equality stakes in New Zealand. Chair of Spark Justine Smyth, leading New Zealand business personality and author Theresa Gattung, Insurance industry stalwart Naomi Ballantyne (ONZM), Partner at DLA Piper Tracey Cross and Partner at Deloitte Linda Meade, have all agreed to be part...
The Summery weather is back again and with weather this good you might as well treat yourself to a frozen treat. If you’re up in the big smoke of Auckland City over the next few days you should make a quick stop to Walt’s Real Fruit Ice Cream in Mt Eden. Walt’s Mt Eden Kiosk...
Who doesn’t love a good cocktail in the Summer? (or all year round if we’re honest), but for those of us who have a gluten-free diet finding a cocktail to drink can be a bit of a mission. While many types of alcohol are gluten-free any that are made from wheat, barley or rye have...
Summer is not over – and even if it is, WE DON’T CARE! Because there’s never a time of year when we’re not craving the deliciousness that is a tropical mango smoothie. This recipe is great for a morning snack or a mid-day quencher. Did we say it’s guilt free, dairy free, gluten free? Check,...
I always find myself getting into breakfast ruts – I’m not exactly what you would call a ‘morning person’ and often I’m so strapped for time and inspiration that I’ll just grab an Up & Go or skip breakfast altogether. But breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it is good to...
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and if you’re anything like me you’re probably still umming and ahhing over what you and your partner are going to do. If the thought of going out to a glitzy restaurant isn’t so appealing – or you just want to spend some quality alone time with your valentine...
There’s a brand new product out on the health scene that was made right here in New Zealand. Seed is the only freeze dried super green powder available to buy in New Zealand. Super green powder is a great way to make sure you’re getting your 5+ a day. It’s equivalent to three servings in...
Being a Mother isn’t exactly a walk in the park – and one of the most dreaded moments for parents everywhere is when your kids decide to start taking on the road. Learning to drive is an interesting experience for everyone, I can still remember my Mum clutching to the seat belt as I hurtled...
Earlier this month Wonder Woman Gal Gadot was named as the first brand amabssador for Revlon’s latest campaign, Live Boldly. Now they’ve added four more women to the line-up… 1. Ashley Graham View this post on Instagram BTS at my @Revlon #LiveBoldly campaign ??? Follow @revlon to find out more about #LiveBoldly #Revlon A post...
One hundred and twenty-five years since New Zealand women were given the right to vote, we still seem to be fighting for our voice. Obviously, there is a vast difference in gender equality in the workplace between 1893 and 2018, and we currently have another female PM, which we have been getting pretty good at...
From a chance to interact with some of the world’s most precious wildlife in the heart of the Amazon to chic sunglasses embellished with precious stones, discover this season’s most covetable pieces and experiences, as selected by the editor. In the clear Widely recognised as one of the world’s most celebrated female architects, the late...
We spoke to four inspiring, hard-working women to find out their thoughts on success, gender stereotypes and inspiration. Charlene Turei Interaction Design Director I’d name my autobiography: The Deep End To me success means: knowing that all the long hours, stress and effort has genuinely improved peoples’ experiences with an organisation. My most treasured possession: My family...
Kimbra is an artist that’s hard to define – she makes pop music with a rare concoction of jazz, electronic, and even classic R&B elements. Her debut album Vows was an instant success as was her collaboration with Australian musician Gotye on his track ‘Somebody that I used to know’. Her second album, The Golden...
Film From Aca-awesome a capella to true-story flicks, these films should be on your must-see list. Pitch Perfect 3 “Let’s finish this,” the Barden Bellas chant as they enter the farewell tour of Pitch Perfect. We first met the Bellas, a bunch of misfits and music nerds, in 2012 and we left them on a...
Many of us have the best intentions – to get through as many good books as we can each year. Start your year off right with our favourite new reads. After all, a good book in the sun… what more could you ask for? ...
Summer is upon us and that means there is plenty to do, from winery tours and race days, to concerts and NYE celebrations. Here’s what’s happening… Food Festivals: Wellington Wine & Food & Craft Beer Festival Waitangi Park, Wellington January 27 wineandfoodfestival.co.nz Auckland Seafood Festival Halsey Wharf, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland January 29 – February 1...
Inspiration comes in many different forms, for 18 women it came when they noticed a problem, or a challenge, that needed to be overcome and they used their skills, passions and drive to make that happen. We wanted to celebrate these heroines who inspire and empower us to not only believe there can be change...
Penélope Cruz has come a long way from the fresh-faced model who signed to her first agency aged just 15. Her current longstanding relationship with Lancôme sees her as a muse who redefines beauty on the inside and out. Now, more than 20 years later, Penélope Cruz is a name synonymous with passion and emotion....
Frazzle Dazzle Emanate a blinding brilliance from head to toe with these full-wattage glow-getters for the saucy steamy season. Clockwise from top: Guerlain Terracotta Chic Tropic Bronzing Powder Sun Light Duo Bronzing Powder, $114; St. Tropez Gradual Tan Plus Sculpt And Glow, $42.99; Ginger & Me Be Happy Body Butter, $69.95; Guerlain Météorites Gold Pearl...
Often referred to as the elixir of the gods and quite possibly the magic potion from Gaul that often appeared in Asterix comics, Champagne has long been the celebratory drink for all occasions. To a large part, the wine makers use predominantly Pinot Noir grapes mainly from the Champagne region mixed with Chablis from the...
Keep your mind and body in check with these new wellness products and findings. Workout like an it-girl We hate to sound clichéd, but bear with us for a moment as we talk about ‘new year, new you’ fitness goals. We’ve all been there, and chances are this year, as you enter 2018, the thought...
Sarah Walker is a New Zealand woman who pushes herself to her limit at every given chance, and encourages us to get back up and never give up trying. She has stayed strong when facing adversity and found her place as a woman in a male-dominated arena. We sought inspiration from Walker and we also...
Society burdens us with conventions and expectations: go to university, get a job, climb the career ladder, have a family… the list goes on. But what happens when these norms differ from what you want in life? Sarah Knight, corporate-world thrall turned author and anti‑self help guru, discusses how she determined her own idea of...
Head into the new year prepared for anything, with the latest news and pieces from the success world. New Year, a New (organised) You As we enter the New Year, we have the best intentions to create new habits that better our health and our year. Common habits include; becoming fitter and stronger, making more...
Life at Sea The timeless and serene Coast collection by Warwick epitomises summertime bliss unique to New Zealand life. Soft, tranquil blues and greys meld together for the most pleasant of palettes while a sumptuous ombre print adds a touch of bohemian spirit. Available at Warwick Fabrics. Book Worm Nothing beats curling up with a...
The island of Japan is located in the North West quadrant of the Pacific Ocean. It’s a country that is steeped in culture and history, and yet has also managed to embrace modernism with open arms. We visited both Tokyo and Hiroshima and discovered that despite their difference in appearance, their hearts are well and...
For the past 50 years, Continental Cars have been supplying New Zealand with some of the most desirable cars on the planet. However, for many people, getting behind the wheel of a supercar or sports car can be quite a daunting prospect; taming that many horses can often be a bit of a handful. So,...
A.K.A it’s New Year’s Eve and I can’t believe it’s been a year since I didn’t become a better person! Ahhh, the New Year, a time to take stock of your life and face the future with a new, positive outlook. Or, if you are me, a time to lie about all the great life...
It’s a medical procedure thousands of Kiwi women undergo each year. Yet in 2017, it is still illegal. Divisive, controversial and politically charged, the topic of abortion has long been a subject of contention. Reaching its peak of controversy in the 1970s and 1980s when pro-life and pro-choice protesters collided outside the New Zealand parliament,...
Gwen Stefani has been in the public gaze for over 20 years, entering as a vocalist for No Doubt and soon after embarking on a (successful) solo career that saw her cemented in our minds as a pop princess of our generation. Over the years Stefani has taken on many endeavours – songwriter, fashion designer,...
When it comes to beauty, it can be said that most skin clinics are born from a place of compassion and benevolence. But with the human tendency to hunger more and more for the one thing that makes the world go around – a.k.a. money – the core principles and values of one’s business tend...
A veritable focal point on florals, there’s a plethora of renditions to make one your own this summer. Whether it be a new found love or scandalous shenanigans, choose a fragrance to remind you of this season’s nostalgic revelries. Prada’s Perfumery Tuberose, ylang-ylang and patchouli blended with a neutral concoction of tropical flowers; the seductive...
Liquid Lullabies Around a third of us will suffer from the torment of insomnia – a statistic that is shockingly high but unsurprising when considering the sweeping epidemic of anxiety in Generation Y. So what’s the remedy, you ask? The latest buzz to go around the world is the Lush Sleepy Body Lotion, $18.50, which...
What’s hot you say? Apart from the burning sun toasting your skin to oblivion, I’d say it’s these top ten most covetable beauty picks you need to put on your shopping list. Pollution fighter Packed with charcoal and kaolin clay, Cosmedix Detox Activated Charcoal Mask, $99, draws out oil, dirt and debris to cleanse your...
Everything you need to know: from chocolate delivery, new lattes and how to be plastic free. Chocoholics Anonymous In this day and age, we don’t need to leave the house, with the myriad of delivery services offering dinner, cocktails, dry cleaning and things for ‘that time of the month’ to our door. The subscription model...
Butter Up When it comes to summer food, there is one thing many of us look forward to all year – BBQs, think: perfectly cooked steak, fresh prawns and locally caught fish with summer salads and Perla potatoes. Award-winning chef Owen Sinclair has created a must-have for your next BBQ with Flavour Fiend finishing butter....
Tis’ the season to celebrate and whether it’s Summer barbeques, New Year celebrations or simply a get-together in the sun, a good cocktail doesn’t go a miss. These four healthier-cocktail recipes take inspiration from our favourite Summer drinks. Photography and styling by Matt Genefaas and Amy Carmichael. Recipes by Clink Clink Drink. Berry Minty Gin...
Gal Gadot had a pretty successful 2017 with the Blockbuster hit Wonder Woman and it looks as though she’s about to make 2018 her year too and be prepared to see her face a lot more frequently. Gal has been named the face of beauty brand Revlon’s newest campaign, Live Boldly. View this post on...
Who doesn’t love a sweet treat every now and then? For those of us living in the Auckland area we’re pretty lucky to have some great solely dessert based cafes to choose from. We’ve compiled a list of a few of the best dessert cafes in Auckland that you need to try out. The Sugar...
