Twenty years is a significant milestone for any independent jewellery brand, and Meadowlark is marking the occasion by looking to its own archives. Launching on 23 July, the Auckland jewellery label’s new Locks collection revisits one of its most recognisable motifs, reinterpreting the humble padlock as a refined, contemporary talisman.…

One of Australia’s most acclaimed fashion designers will feature at New Zealand Fashion Week in August. Christopher Esber is one of a handful of Australian brands that will appear as part of The Front Row by THE ICONIC at NZFW 2026, marking the first time the internationally celebrated label has…

Few people expect to enjoy receiving a letter from HM Revenue & Customs. For a taxpayer or business owner in Leeds, the arrival of official correspondence can create immediate uncertainty. The wording may be formal, the request may appear broad and the deadline may be closer than expected. The natural…

Long before Ponsonby Road became Auckland’s luxury strip and Newmarket emerged as the country’s premier shopping precinct, there was High Street. In the early 2000s, the narrow CBD laneway was the beating heart of New Zealand fashion, home to a remarkable concentration of homegrown talent. Crane Brothers, Workshop, Fabric, Karen…

A business can make a significant commercial decision in a matter of minutes. A supplier sends a proposal. A potential partner makes contact. A new customer places a large order. A business owner may quickly review the price, service and terms before deciding whether to proceed. However, there is another…

Hair-growth products are having a moment, but Eternal Blue is approaching the category from a distinctly personal place. Launching in New Zealand this July, the new luxury haircare brand draws on traditional Mongolian medicine, botanical ingredients and contemporary cosmetic science to support stronger, thicker and healthier-looking hair. Eternal Blue was…

In the fiercely competitive modern business landscape, attracting top-tier talent is only the first phase of a much larger operational challenge. The true test of a successful human resources strategy lies in an organization’s ability to seamlessly integrate new hires into its ecosystem and retain them over the long term.…

Every January, millions of people across the United Kingdom begin the familiar ritual of reviewing payslips, receipts, and financial records in preparation for tax season. For many, it is a stressful and confusing time — the forms, allowances, codes, and changing rules can feel overwhelming. Yet, behind this annual challenge…

A house is more than walls and furniture. What truly makes it feel like home are the little details that reflect the people who live there. From the kitchen to the living room, thoughtful additions like a custom chopping board or a set of photo prints can add warmth,…

PNP Farms Butchery Angus beef sausages. Photo: Supplied / MPI A batch of sausages sold at two South Island branches of a butchery has been recalled because they may contain glass. The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) has recalled PNP Farms’ Butchery brand Pure Angus Beef sausages with a best…