Used vehicle imports up
The removal of the Clean Car legislation at the end of 2023 is one probable cause for increased imports of used vehicles. Registrations of these jumped 25% year-on-year in January 2024 to 8915 units from 7135 in the previous corresponding period. Toyota led the used import market with 3316 registrations, followed by Mazda […]
Gold medal-worthy interiors
CURATED BY LYNDA PAPESCH Millions of eyes are on Europe, and the Olympic Games in Paris, as the world’s top athletes compete for gold, silver and bronze glory. Metallics are also prominent in European design trends currently, especially gold, as accents, and stunning focal pieces. One of Europe’s top breeding grounds for design […]
Chasing gold, silver and bronze
CURATED BY LYNDA PAPESCH Follow the world’s top athletes as they compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. Officially the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, Paris 2024 takes place in France from 26 July to 11 August 2024. Dress up, add your own gold, silver, and […]
Dancing with the waves
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Abarth introduced its new “Offshore” model at the prestigious Top Marques Monaco 2024 event in June. Presented by Car Off Shore, this zippy wee car/boat (pictured in action) captures Abarth’s signature traits with a striking metallic-green body and powerful performance boasting 230Hp and Riva racing exhausts. Based on the […]
An epic emission-free vehicle
Metropol motoring writer Ben Selby puts the new Lotus Eletre S through its paces. Who would have thought an all-electric SUV would be wearing a Lotus badge? The Hethel-based brand, known mostly for its lightweight, fun sports cars, has well and truly started its transition to a zero emission future, while incorporating the […]
See the difference: ILS
When it comes to your eye care, choosing the right optometrist is crucial. Independent optometrists, unlike chain stores bound by franchise agreements, have the freedom to make choices that prioritise your needs. Are New Zealand-made lenses as good as imported products? Are New Zealand-made lenses as good as imported products? Absolutely, the team […]
Homes you’ll love to live in: D.G.I Morgan
Trust, expertise, and professionalism are all essential when choosing a company to build, expand, and renovate your forever home. For almost 10 years now, a Canterbury construction company has been setting an exceptionally high standard, building homes that people love to live in. “We understand the importance of having a well-designed and functional […]
Home lending advice: Mylend
Whether it is your first home or your fourth, it’s your money, your home, and your needs that should be considered. I will help you find out if what the bank is offering is right for you, or whether something else would work better. We are working with clients to help them budget […]
Coping with miscarriage
Miscarriage is one of those topics that people run away from – it’s big, it’s hard, it’s sad, and it’s scary. Miscarriage affects a huge number of people in this country, ending between 10-20% of the 60,000 pregnancies per year in New Zealand. As many as 30 women and their families are affected […]











