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Business is looking up

Businesses have had a tough time over 2024, yet now the economy is turning, consumer and business confidence is on the up. A business outlook survey by ANZ for August showed more than 50% of respondents expected the economy to improve over the year ahead, compared with 27.1% in July. It was the […]

Cap it off

As the weather fines up, the need to be more sun smart increases. One of the basics is a hat, or for many people a baseball-style cap. The origins of the baseball cap date back to about 1860, when the American amateur baseball team Brooklyn Excelsiors wore headwear with a visor to shade […]

Pedicure pamper: Nail Creative Co

A waterless pedicure is the perfect luxury nail salon experience. Soaking feet can make your skin more fragile and pedicure basins can harbour waterborne pathogens. Avoid those nasties and get a full pampering experience with the expert team at Nail Creative Co. You’ll discover the lush studio on Wairakei Road in Bryndwr, where […]

Your backyard sanctuary: Brustics

With essential privacy, comfort, and serenity in mind, fashion your own natural backyard escape. Creating a private and inviting outdoor space greatly improves your overall well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, where daily routines can be hectic, having a tranquil area to retreat to can make all the difference. A naturally inspired outdoor space […]

This car stops traffic: Toyota C-HR Limited Hybrid

First impressions count, and often it’s not our outfit that people see first, but the vehicle we arrive in. Turning heads is Toyota’s modern C-HR Limited Hybrid, and Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker took it to the city for a day. My wishlist typically consists of a Chanel perfume, a new-season little black […]