Matchy matchy is back

The matchy matchy trend is making a comeback, bringing with it a renewed interest in a coordinated and cohesive fashion. This style involves intentionally matching or complementing different elements of an outfit, such as colours, patterns, or overall aesthetic. In recent years, designers and fashion enthusiasts have embraced matchy matchy fashion, giving it […]

Specialist planners in development: vUrbs Planning Services

Development has always been a risky business, and the risks have only increased with climate change now sitting front and centre, and our increasing awareness of the havoc natural hazards can create. With the Alpine Fault set to rumble within our lifetimes, you want the best possible planning advice long before you roll […]

Shacking up

When it comes to needing more space, a private relaxation area, or a hobbies room, she shacks and man caves provide the solution for many people. A ‘she shack’, or she shed, refers to a dedicated space designed specifically for women as a personal retreat or sanctuary within their property, similar to the […]

Super bowls touchdown: Walker Architecture

Cantabrians are being bowled over by the Elmwood Park Bowling Club’s new clubrooms. The $3 million rebuild of the club has recently been completed, and is “second to none”, says club president Pete Smith, who is full of praise for the design, its architect, and the builders.  Designed by Walker Architecture, the new […]

What business wants: Leeann Watson

We see in the news every day how different policies affect households. What often falls by the wayside is how Government policies affect business, which of course keep most New Zealanders’ households employed, drive our economy, and pay for our infrastructure, health, and education. Leading up to the general election, amid ever-present election […]

Pet clothing for a cause

A special canine clothing collaboration between three accomplished business founders is helping to raise funds for abused and neglected pets. Dame Denise L’estrange-Corbet, Julie Chapman, and Rachael Staples are creating custom pet apparel for dogs, designed by Mr Soft Top, to raise funds for Pet Refuge. Pet Refuge offers temporary shelter and care […]

Pieces with personality

Express your personality by incorporating colourful appliances and accessories in your home. Here are a few suggestions to add colour and intrigue to your home, that you can change with different trends, or showcase your creative personality without having to consider a full renovation.

Smoothing those fine lines: Transform Clinic Merivale

Winter is here, and while it feels like the perfect time to hibernate and let beauty routines lapse, conversely, it is the opportune time to invest in IPL and laser treatments for smoother, clearer, more youthful-looking skin. Transform Clinic Merivale specialises in these advanced aesthetic treatments to help clientele achieve their beauty goals. […]

Carry on Covid cases: PB Employment Law

The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) continues to deal with various Covid-19 cases, mostly dealing with unfair dismissals. In a recent ERA decision, a vision impaired healthcare support worker – who worked for Blind Low Vision NZ (BLV) – was told that to continue in her role she was required to be vaccinated, which […]

Research on gynaecological cancers: GRACI Foundation

Gynaecological cancers feel like “silent” cancers. Unlike breast or bowel cancer, the various types of gynaecological cancers that may develop in a woman’s reproductive system – cervical, ovarian, womb, vulval, and vaginal – receive little public attention. Yet more than 1000 New Zealand women a year develop gynaecological cancers and unfortunately for most, […]