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The New Queen of BVLGARI
Australian Actress Samara Weaving has been on both sides of the knife when it comes to horror movies, be it a blood cultist in 2017s The Babysitter, or one of the first heads to roll in Scream VI, she knows her way around a horror movie. Weaving has also starred […]

Can’t Plant Our Way Out
Misguided schemes to plant trillions of trees distract from the real work of controlling carbon emissions and reining in climate change. In the heart of Uganda there is a huge, regimented stand of pine trees. This forest is a prime example of “afforestation,” the process of restoring an area deforested […]

Beyond the Horizon: How an Ocean Adventure Shaped A Career In Venture
When Kate Eaglen first walked into Simpson Grierson’s offices, sailing across the Pacific was the last thing on her mind. At the time, her ambitions were more traditional: sharpen her legal skills, learn from the best, and make her mark in the fast-paced world of commercial litigation. Law appealed to […]

Jo Wilson, Managing Director Gunn Talent
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? I believe that effective leadership is about really knowing your team – what’s important to them in their lives – both professionally and personally. Only then can you provide them with the growth opportunities that align […]

Katrina Troughton – Vice President and Managing Director, Adobe Australia and NZ
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Over time I have developed a strong belief that leadership is about trust, and about creating space and opportunities so people can unlock their full potential. As a leader, my role isn’t telling people how to […]

Sophie Prentice, Executive General Manager EBOS Group Limited
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? I believe effective leadership is about fostering rapid, transformative, and sustainable growth – both personally and professionally – by creating an environment where people feel valued, connected and challenged. My definition of effective leadership has definitely […]
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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. […]

HAND-MIXED CHILLI & LIME ICE CREAM
This is SO EASY! A summer smash — and also excellent in winter. This is another fine example of chilli getting busy with sweetness and fruitiness. MAKES ABOUT 500ML 190g icing sugar 4 limes 2 fresh habaneros 450ml cream (or crème fraîche) Note Pour some boiling water into a small […]

How To Make This Gujarati Chicken Curry
The Gujarati classic chicken curry. A dish often served when the family come together to share a meal. A classic Sunday lunch served with hot roti (rotli). Serves: 4 Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (1kg), cut into pieces 3 tablespoons oil 5 whole […]
The inspiration you need for your next home. Sponsored by G.J. Gardner.

Living Interior Inspiration: Old School
Turn back time with a twist on old favourites. Toeing the line of kitschy and cool, retro forms, vintage textiles and a palette of cobalt, tobacco and walnut brings personality to any room. Image of the Manade 2 Fabric collection by Casamance, available at James Dunlop Textiles 1. Resene Daredevil, […]

What Kitchen Aesthetic Matches Your Style?
Designing a kitchen can be thought of in two steps, the practical side of where everything goes and how it functions, and the pretty side where you can make it your own with colours, hardware and all the little touches. With the pretty side having so many options, we decided […]

It Takes Two Baby
In a bold tango between colour and form, the Cucina Frame by FANTIN makes bright mustard yellow and terracotta brown look like they’ve always been best friends. The room is a masterpiece of contrast, with the deep, earthy tones of the walls providing a warm embrace to the sunny pop […]
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Bulgari Has Your Rome Visit Sorted
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has just opened up a new oasis of luxury at the Piazza Augusto Imperatore in Rome. Surrounded by rich history you have your pick of 114 luxurious rooms and suites designed by the famed Milan-based architectural studio Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel that brought the last 8 […]

Summer Done Differently
At last, Summer is here! And not a moment too soon after the seemingly endless Big Wet we’ve suffered through this year! So, at last we’re going to have the chance to slip the shades and sunscreen on and break out the barbeque on that long-neglected deck. It’s also the […]

Resort Envy
Developers are forging ahead with what they’re calling “the world’s most ambitious tourism development”. The development, named the Red Sea Project, will see 90 underdeveloped islands off the West coast of Saudi Arabia turned into a tourism hub of 50 resorts, airports, residential properties, luxury marinas, golf courses, entertainment and […]
Journey To Excellence Galleries

Journey To Excellence – 26 May 2023 Photo Gallery
M2woman Journey to Excellence, with Craigs Investment Partners brought to you by Auckland City BMW, East Auckland BMW, Charles Heidsieck, Spy Valley Wines, SRW, and Tax Management New Zealand brought together a wide range of industry leaders, professionals, and change-makers to explore the realms of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) […]

How to Lead A Multi-Generational Workforce – Laurent Sylvester
Laurent Sylvestre’s engaging mix of humour and heartfelt sincerity provided fresh insights into leading a multi-generational workforce, a topic that hits home in today’s diverse workplaces. Laurent’s journey to founding The Human Perspective started on April 1, 2020. No, it wasn’t an April Fool’s joke—it was a mission with a […]

Journey To Excellence – 27 Oct 2023 Photo Gallery
M2woman Journey to Excellence, with Craigs Investment Partners brought to you by SRW, Tax Management New Zealand, and Waitiri Creek Wines, was held in Auckland on the 27th of October, 2023 to celebrate the resilience of individuals and organisations in pursuit of excellence and the potential to do good while […]