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Latest Issue – Autumn 2026

Beyond Barbenheimer

In the world of Margot Robbie, a cup of tea is not just a beverage; it is a universal problem solver, a celebratory toast, and a grounding ritual all rolled into one. She has famously admitted to drinking at least ten cups of Dilmah a day, a Sri Lankan brand […]

A Letter to Them

lydiarachel.com Photography Finding success in two careers is hard, having to say goodbye to one of them is even harder. Rachael Mayne had to make this choice between clinical psychology and art, with each having a symbiotic relationship with the other. Since taking the plunge with art she has been […]

10 Places To Visit Close To Home

Early in January, I was innocently scrolling my phone when the algorithm served me an article outlining ‘20 Places to Visit in 2026.’ Fascinating, I thought: I love places. Clicking on the link, I found a slew of luxurious, far-flung destinations, the kind I’d be lucky to visit once in […]

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Leading From Every Angle

Roseanne Way – General Manager, Operations at Kindercare Learning Centres

How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Effective leadership, to me, means empowering others to achieve their full potential while working towards a common goal. Over time, I’ve come to realise that leadership is not just about achieving results but also about creating […]

Growing Success With Joanna Hoeft, Director at Studio Italia

How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Effective leadership can be defined as the ability to inspire and guide individuals or teams towards achieving common goals. Over time, my understanding of effective leadership has evolved to encompass not just the ability to direct, […]

Sita Proud, Fractional Chief Sales Officer at Volo

With over three decades of experience in sales leadership, Sita Proud knows what it takes to lead with impact. From building high-performing teams to navigating uncertainty with resilience, she’s mastered the art of balancing authority with inclusivity. How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over […]

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Best Kept Secrets

Sharing the secrets of the most exclusive experiences. Sponsored by Spy Valley.

The Hidden Gem Within The Gem of Waiheke

If you’ve ever gone to Waiheke during any of the peak seasons, you might be overwhelmed at how popular this sleepy little getaway has gotten over the years. It’s now a thriving tourist hub with beautiful beaches and vineyards all just a stone’s throw from one another. It has a […]

This Bookstore in Remuera ONLY does Romance

There is something delightfully unbothered about opening a bookstore devoted entirely to romance. Not half a shelf wedged between cookbooks and crime but an entire store, in pink, dedicated to love stories, longing, fantasy and flirtation. Founded by Ruby Wallace, Enamoured Books in Remuera was created as a space where […]

Behind the Super Exclusive Club The Famous Booze And Shmooze At

The rich and famous have to let their hair down somewhere without getting mobbed. The Soho House caters to this very specific need, offering an oasis from the riff raff. It’s at this club with its very own designer furniture that Megan and Harry would frequent during their dating phase. […]

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Home Inspiration

The inspiration you need for your next home. Sponsored by G.J. Gardner.

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The hottest home trends for 2026

Whether you are embarking on a new build or looking to refresh your current sanctuary, 2026 is the year of the “mood.” Moving away from the clinical whites of previous decades, the modern New Zealand home is embracing texture, depth, and a touch of secret luxury. To understand this shift, […]

Shaping Your Interiors with the Latest Wallpaper Trends from Resene

Wallpaper is an aspect of interior home decorating that has passed in and out of vogue over the years, however 2024 looks to continue its recent revival with homeowners embracing bolder aesthetics for their decorating choices. This year’s trends brings an abundance of flora- and fauna-inspired patterns, exotic prints, scenic […]

Minor Dwellings – Major Impact

If you’re looking for extra space for family, a home office, or a rental investment, you might have thought of building a minor dwelling on your property. A minor dwelling might be a smart solution, so where do you start and what should you know? We asked the team at […]

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Journey To Excellence

Building & Maintaining Resilience

Cynthia Hunefeld – Building Resilience Through Science, Humour and Purpose Cynthia Hunefeld, founder of Evithe Biotechnology and an award-winning scientist, has dedicated her work to creating groundbreaking plant-based treatments for inflammation. At the Journey to Excellence event, she stood before the audience and said, “I just flew back from the […]

James Laughlin – How To Be A Better Negotiator

James Laughlin is a high performance leadership strategist and executive coach based in Christchurch. A seven time world champion musician, he coaches elite teams and senior leaders, including work with Canterbury Rugby. He hosts the Lead On Purpose podcast and translates mindset science into practical leadership tools. Ali Harper gives […]

Danu Abeysuriya – Using AI To Make Yourself Irreplaceable

Danu Abeysuriya is the founder and CTO of Rush Digital. Under his technical leadership Rush has delivered large scale platforms and applied AI systems used by millions, including software used daily by one in ten New Zealanders. He is known for turning cutting edge research into practical products and for […]

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Journey To Excellence Galleries

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Friday 18 October 2019 Journey to Excellence Gallery Part 1

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 […]