Founder LMA Timber Martin Thompson: Aotearoa and the Amazon rainforest
Each year, two million hectares of Amazon rainforest – an area the size of Wales – are cleared and exported, including to New Zealand. Even when FSC-certified, harvesting tropical hardwood from the Amazon is not sustainable. Consumers need to be aware that it must stop, writes Martin Thompson, founder and director of LMA […]
Lamb and superfood salad recipe
Nadia Lim’s latest cookbook embodies what sustainable eating is all about. Packed with high protein, nourishing options, this lamb with superfood quinoa salad and smoky tahini yoghurt from Easy Weeknight Meals might just cure your winter blues. SERVES 4–5 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes LAMB 600g lamb leg steaks 2 […]
Designs that inspire: Perfect Patterns
Transform your house into a home with personalised design guidance from an experienced wall stylist. Some people have a great eye for interiors. That’s why getting expert help can save a fortune in time, money, and renovator’s remorse when you’re updating your home, says Janis McDonald of Perfect Patterns. Formerly of Hubbers Furnishings, […]
Join the flock: Get Flocked
Knitting, crocheting, and crafts alike are experiencing a resurgence in popularity – from handmade chunky sweaters and blankets to knitted scarves with retro designs. Such crafts come with countless benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety and encouraging mindfulness. By providing a sense of calm, knitting can lower the heart rate and reduce cortisol, […]
Greet the stars: Dark Sky Project
As you journey through the awe-inspiring landscapes of Takapō, there’s one celestial detour you simply can’t miss. Right on Tekapo’s lakefront and at the heart of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, sits an experience unlike any other. With some of the clearest and darkest skies on Earth, Dark Sky Project offers […]
Trade Me Property | Customer Director Gavin Lloyd: Property listings hit decade high
Trade Me property listings are up 10 per cent on the same time last year. From a property perspective, it’s been a huge first half of 2025 with the number of listings on Trade Me hitting a decade high in March. As is fairly typical at this time of year, we’ve seen a […]
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