Home & Living

The move into the digital age has brought with it a multitude of changes. Technology often simplifies life, photos no longer need to be developed, printed, and placed in a photo album, they’re stored deep in the attic of our devices or on a USB stick. Somewhere, we lost the feeling of what […]

Glass is a popular material when it comes to commercial and residential building. From shower units to custom glass designs, window breakage repair or replacement to display cabinets and shelves, sliding doors, pet door installation, a conservatory, and everything in between – glass is all around. “We’ve always been in the specialist replacement […]

Just as we give our homes a “spring clean”, so too will gardens benefit from a tidy up at this time of the year. Here are some suggestions from Metropol. – Finish any last minute pruning. • Clean out drainage areas. • Treat the lawn to some nutrients. • Sow vegetable seeds for […]

Unique handcrafted furniture adds character to any room in the house, and is also an investment. Beautiful, and practical, a hand-made piece is a treasure, and for almost 40 years Gavin Cox Furniture has been creating bespoke furniture treasures locally. “Designs from any era, or creations of your own imagination can be custom […]

Finding the right care for your pet can be challenging. They deserve a high level of care and compassionate individuals looking after them. E nter locally owned and operated, Estuary Vet Clinic, down on the waterfront in Ferrymead. Home to a friendly and knowledgeable team of vets and vet nurses, you can trust […]

Tired of having tacky plastic scattered around your home after your dog’s playtime? Luxurious, sustainable, and biodegradable describe locally crafted pet toy brand, FunDiggityDog. Made from possum pelts, wool, flax, and hemp; FunDiggityDog’s plush toys are of the highest quality. Founder Louise Mackenzie says, “Cross-bred (strong) wool is an amazing natural fibre that […]

OneWorld’s Hamptons-inspired West Beach range has arrived. With its classic and timeless style, the West Beach range is the ideal choice for those seeking a sophisticated coastal or Hamptons aesthetic. Add a stylish storage solution to your home in the form of the West Beach chest of drawers. Whether you’re revamping your bedroom, […]

Christmas in New Zealand isn’t the same without a feed of baby new potatoes, and they taste even better if you’ve grown them yourself. By Lynda Papesch The middle of September is the best possible time to plant your crop if you fancy enjoying them on Christmas Day, although any time from now […]

Kiwis have grown up with traditional brands around our homes for generations, but that does not mean we cannot introduce new ones. Lacanche, a small village in rural France, has produced a unique range cooker for over 250 years. The Lacanche cooker upholds the essential values paramount to its legacy – a love […]

Just like humans, animals need optimal amounts of various nutrients, including omega 3 fatty acids. Animals that eat processed food are likely to be deficient in these fats, which are important for normal, healthy function. Our pets also get allergies, which can be agitated by environmental and other factors. Organic flax seed oil […]