It’s time to reflect on what made 2024 significant in the world of home renovations and to formulate a plan of attack for the year ahead. Whether the future holds upgrades for your comfort and liveability or enhancements to boost curb appeal and get your home sale-ready, being armed with insight into what’s hot nowRead more

Festive consumerism has birthed some fun and delicious indulgences that are hard to resist, but with America leading the way in Christmas feasting traditions, sadly for us, many of these are suited to snowy backdrops and a family gathered around a roaring fire. On this side of the hemisphere, Christmas looks a little different, andRead more

Metropolitan living comes hand in hand with hustle and bustle – vibrant nightlife, seemingly endless eateries to explore and amenities easily on hand. But with an almost doubled cost of living compared to rural living, keeping up with your city lifestyle often comes coupled with a few compromises. This is why many New Zealanders areRead more

The humble honeybee is crucial to our global ecosystems; it’s a pint-sized environmental warrior responsible for pollinating around 30-35% of the world’s food crops. With tens of thousands of bee species, we rely on them not only for pollination but also to produce honey for our morning toast and the wax used in our cosmetics,Read more

Although Dads aren’t typically interested in the fluff of Father’s Day, it still serves as a great reminder to show them how much you love and appreciate them –  and socks and jocks shouldn’t top your list! The best place to start is simple – take a deep dive into the things your dad lovesRead more

It’s no secret that entering the property market is challenging here in New Zealand, particularly for our younger generations. Property prices have outpaced wage growth, the cost of living pressures are mounting, and interest rates have risen, making lending conditions challenging. However, some young adults have a glimmer of hope, and that comes in theRead more

You might be a pro at remembering your reusable coffee cup, diligent at separating your waste, and may even drive an electric vehicle, which makes it all the more disheartening to see our global CO2 emissions still rising. As a result, it’s easy to blame big corporations (or celebrities swanning around in private jets) forRead more

Whether you’re reaching for the cocooning comfort of your Oodie or zipping up your epic new winter boots, the cooler months demand a wardrobe changeover, and for maximum snugness, we recommend treating your home to a similar makeover, too. On the home front, the focus is on dialling up the warmth and cosiness and creatingRead more

With a rich history dating back to the late 1800s, in 1914, US President Woodrow Wilson officially declared Mother’s Day the second Sunday in May. Since then, it’s continued to evolve into a special day where, worldwide, we honour, celebrate, and appreciate the remarkable women who play a valued role in our lives. It’s aRead more

We’ve declared 2024 the year of health and wellbeing, and what better place to start than caring for the most important person in our lives – ourselves, of course! While we often fall into a cycle of constantly meeting other people’s needs with our own falling off the priority list, you’ll soon find that whenRead more