Mariele Klering never imagined she would get into Jiu-Jitsu. A few years ago, the thought of stepping onto the mats—let alone thriving in a sport she once dismissed as “too masculine”—would’ve seemed laughable to her. But life, as it so often does, had a way of surprising her. After spending […]
As I look at my 18 year old daughter readying herself to leave home and head off to university – pushing past her fears and ready to pursue her dreams, I have reflected on my own current levels of courage. How often am I ready to step outside my comfort […]
“In those moments when we don’t think we’re smart enough or pretty enough, or skinny enough or successful enough, or basically just not enough. I had a woman say to me, ‘Just know, you will never be enough. But you can know the value of your worth if you just […]
Today I had a near-death experience. One of those ones you read about in books, where your whole life flashes before your eyes in the space of about 1.5 seconds and you realise how uninteresting you really are. What was the cause this near fatal event? Exercise. I’ve been told […]
M2woman had the opportunity to sit down with Olivia (Liv) to learn about her passion for sailing and the ability to operate at the top of the world. Liv is the strategist for SailGP team Black Foils, and we interviewed her just six days after the team cleaned up the […]
Photography Tamara West Chelsea Winter is no stranger to transformation — in life and in food. With the release of her seventh cookbook, Tasty, the MasterChef winner has ushered in a new personal chapter, filled with lessons learned, flavours rediscovered, and a heartfelt return to balance. Winter’s Tasty isn’t just […]
The media exploded when a paper declared that low serotonin doesn’t cause depression— something many scientists had been saying for years. Confusion over the neurotransmitter caused some patients to question effective treatment, exposing an information gap it’s been hard to bridge. We can do better, and here’s how. For decades […]
Givealittle doesn’t have to be your only option if illness hits, says Stephanie Wiki, you have options. Not because the proverbial ambulance at the bottom of the cliff isn’t useful. It is. But before crisis strikes, she wants people to know they hold the power, and can create some certainty […]
A first-hand guide to self-publishing with Coley Taylor, author of ‘The Dark Side of Happiness’ (Valrue, Book One) To be an author often feels like one of those ‘dream’ jobs that, as you get older, become more of a ‘realist’; or just a bit bitterer since entering the world of […]
Photography by Lauren Indrisie “So, who’s sleeping with the boss?” I ask Abbey. She doesn’t miss a beat. “He is.” Richard’s response? “I am. And I like it that way.” This kind of quick, candid exchange is what makes Abbey and Richard tick. They’re not just business partners running a […]
In the ever-evolving world of consumer goods, Renee Stuart has developed a supermarket-centric business and branding strategy that has flourished in volatile times. As the COO and co-founder of MOXX Brands, she has expertly navigated the challenges of launching and scaling brands tailored specifically for the grocery channel. With an […]
Bared Footwear has been kicking since 2008 and has slowly spread from it’s home base in Melbourne to New York, and now here in Auckland. The brands CEO Anna Baird took an unconventional journey from being a practicing podiatrist to successful entrepreneur after seeing a gap in the market for […]
When it comes to penthouses, everyone likes to throw around phrases like “pinnacle of luxury” or “epitome of sophistication.” But let’s be honest—no one really wants to live in a marketing brochure. Luckily, Augustus Park in Parnell isn’t playing that game. Developed by Safari Group (aka the people who actually […]
We Live In Time Oscar-nominees Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield get to let loose and do their british accents at each other as this romcom spanning a decade follows their romance and life together. If you don’t mind a whole pile of spoilers the trailer alone will probably bring you […]
When it comes to penthouses, everyone likes to throw around phrases like “pinnacle of luxury” or “epitome of sophistication.” But let’s be honest—no one really wants to live in a marketing brochure. Luckily, Augustus Park in Parnell isn’t playing that game. Developed by Safari Group (aka the people who actually […]
Photography by Jake Hoare They say you never forget your first love. For me, that first automotive love affair was with an abandoned Fiat 500 hidden away in the overgrown foliage of my neighbour’s driveway. While other kids played on swing sets, my imagination took me cruising along the storied […]
Outer space was supposed to belong to all humankind. Should we surrender it to anyone who can pay up? SpaceX launched a Tesla roadster into space during a 2018 demonstration flight of the Falcon Heavy rocket. Crass? Inspiring? Both? [Credit: SpaceX] Hands up: Who thought it was cool that Captain […]
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Sydney Sweeney is certainly a lot of things. A phenomenal actor, for starters. Charismatic, caring and kind—her gentle character shines through in any interview she’s in. Naturally beautiful. A fashion icon. A calming aura about her. Warm, highly-driven and a bundle of high-energy, like a battery. Whenever you see her […]
As the co-founder of iconic beauty brands MONDAY Haircare, Osāna Naturals and Châlon Paris, Jaimee Lupton has shaken the market and made a name for herself both here and overseas. MONDAY is available in 37 countries and is now considered New Zealand’s biggest beauty brand ever. Recently she and her […]
When envisioning a trip to France, the alluring grandeur of Paris often dominates the imagination. And for good reason—with its timeless monuments like Notre-Dame de Paris, activities such as wine tasting under the Eiffel Tower, and endlessly iconic fashion, Paris holds a well-deserved reputation as a pinnacle of cultural richness […]
My earliest memories of a car are my mum’s bright orange MINI. In the days before child seats the kids would rattle around in the back without a care. My eldest sister sat her driving test in that car. In those days it was ‘one-and-done’, a quick test and you […]
Stephanie Smits O’Callaghan is not your typical tech entrepreneur. Armed with a First Class Honours Master’s Degree in International Town Planning and Real Estate, she has transformed from an urban planner into a pioneering force in New Zealand’s electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. As the co-founder of Hikotron, Stephanie is […]
New Zealand volunteering statistics show women take on the majority of volunteer work. For me, this raises the following questions: Are we doing too much? Does our service to others actually serve ourselves? Is our focus on volunteering perpetuating current gender pay gap issues? Whether it be in the household […]
Some researchers are targeting artificial foods as a leading public health problem. As with so many dietary issues, though, the evidence tells a more nuanced tale. After decades of searching, many scientists believe they have finally pinned down the main problem with our modern diets—the factor driving ever-escalating rates of […]
Photography by Jake Hoare My earliest memories of a car are my mum’s bright orange MINI. In the days before child seats the kids would rattle around in the back without a care. My eldest sister sat her driving test in that car. In those days it was ‘one-and-done’, a […]
Developing Leadership, Resilience and Personal Growth Friday 31 May 2024 Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland See Pricing Options Developing Leadership, Resilience and Personal Growth Join us at our next event: Friday 31 May 2024 Auckland Book Now M2woman Journey to Excellence develops Leadership, Resilience and Personal Growth to help people thrive. […]
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 crowd bursts into fits of laughter. Ali Wong has just told a rip-roaringly funny joke in her 2016 critically-acclaimed Netflix comedy special, Ali Wong: Baby Cobra. Something about Fancy Asians versus Jungle Asians. It’s Ali Wong’s signature dry, self-deprecating humour, and her audience is lapping it up. Several months […]
Hannah McQueen likes a big goal. The more audacious the better, and preferably several big hairy ones at once. Right now, the personal finance expert and founder of enable.me is re-writing her best-selling book, training for the Berlin marathon, establishing a farm, and working on growing the business from helping […]
One of the most popular assets women invest in, is bricks and mortar – property in other words. It may be a humble abode, to house you and your family. Alternatively, it might be an investment property, chosen to fund your retirement. Irrespective of what we spend our dosh on, […]
I don’t think a year in the last decade has promised to disrupt digital marketing as much as this one. The rate of change and availability of new tools and automation are changing the game. Here are my top 6 things to consider when embarking on your strategy for 2024: […]
The only thing that overshadows world-renowned couture designer, Guo Pei is her own work. Named one of Times 100 most influential people, she is trusted with dressing A-Listers and royalty alike for the world stage when she isn’t blazing new paths in fashion. She is the talent behind Rihanna’s trailing […]
Homegrown, DIY, up-and-coming music just does something to the soul. It energises it, almost. From DIY bedroom musician to one of the rising stars in Aotearoa’s music scene, hanbee is one of those artists that you can’t stop listening to. Having recently been nominated at the 2023 Rolling Stone Aotearoa […]
Add a touch of natural luxury to your living space or someone else’s with Wild Poppies Floristry and Gifts, New Zealand’s number one premium florist. Their online store extends the beauty of bespoke arrangements nationwide, ensuring a touch of nature’s elegance reaches every corner of New Zealand. For Auckland locals, […]
For the last ten years we’ve watched Sarah and Otis Frizzell grow their brainchild, The Lucky Taco together on Ponsonby Road and beyond with one of New Zealand’s very first gourmet food trucks. On the strength of great tasting tacos every time it’s become its own brand, launching their award-winning […]
Venture capital might not be a mainstream occupation choice for many just yet, but it is one of the main support arms of innovation, new sectors, and a tech industry that is second only to dairy as an export earner for the country. It’s also an industry that is collaborative […]
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 […]
Thinking back to the Work From Home era of 2020-21 is a complicated cocktail of emotions. On one hand it was boring, relaxing and at times an interesting change of pace. All of this was coloured of course by a stormcloud of existential dread over our own mortality and job […]
Twenty-seven names has just rolled out its Spring/Summer 2023/24 collection, ‘Visions of Love’, with a cheeky salute to the joys and jumbles of summertime. Leading the pack is the ‘Someday Dress,’ which is as much a fashion statement as it is a nod to the universal summer experience of wanting […]
Born in 2001, Raquel Abolins-Reid grew up with music in her bones, for sure. A Churton Park-native, her early life was spent dancing and signing herself up for talent shows in the local mall. Her family (all music lovers with an eclectic mix of tastes) had massively influenced her—also Beyonce, […]
