• Feature

    Spirit Specialist Kurtis Bosley Shares Three Unexpectedly Brilliant Whisky Cocktail Pairings

    We got all the intel on the best bites to accompany three standout whiskey concoctions (and nabbed the recipes for the drinks too).

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    Thai Creatives Are Embracing Sustainability In Their Design Approach — Here's How

    From plant-based takeaway cups to skincare made from indigo roots, a range of useful and thoughtful products are being created by brands embracing sustainable practices.

  • Feature

    Earthy Inspiration and Chainsaws: A Day in My Boots With Jewellery Designer Holly Ryan

    Take a stroll through the creative's day as she shares her driving forces and the craft behind her forever pieces.

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    The Guest Edit: Sustainable Skincare Innovator Emma Lewisham Lists Her Favourite Planet-Friendly Brands

    The founder of the New Zealand-based luxury skincare line has compiled a lineup of brands that share her company's planet-saving ethos.

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    Six Contemporary Lifestyle Brands That Are Turning Trash Into Treasure

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    The Guest Edit: New Zealand Designer Juliette Hogan Handpicks Her Favourite Sustainable Brands

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  • News

    Christmas Gift Ideas for the Hard-to-Shop-For People in Your Life

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    Seven Gift Ideas for the Social Justice Warrior in Your Life

    Give a gift that keeps on giving this festive season.

  • News

    The IPCC Has Issued a Dire Warning About Humanity's "Unprecedented" Influence on Climate Change

    The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's sixth assessment report predicts that global warming could increase by 1.5 degrees by as early as 2030.

  • News

    Lego Has Unveiled Its First Bricks Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles

    After three years of research, the brand has developed a prototype brick that uses PET plastic from discarded bottles.

  • News

    The Planet Just Experienced Its Equal Warmest Year in Recorded History

    2020 tied with 2016 — and the past six years are the hottest six on record, too.

  • News

    Scarecrow Has Opened an Organic Grocery Store and Off-Licence in Mount Eden

    It features an extensive range of grocery staples, house-made deli items and an onsite florist.

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    Odette's Eatery

    Shed 5, City Works Depot, 90 Wellesley Street

    Between the lively chat, the excellent dishes and plotting how to run away with all the tableware, we had a wonderful time.

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    This pun will write itself. Everybody's has something for everybody. But mostly, it's got a jaw-dropping array of modern European fusion and cocktails made to measure.

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  • News

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    If you're planning to join the crowds or you're pondering your transport options for the day, here's how the events will go down in your city.

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    Japan's Weird and Wonderful KitKat Flavours Will Soon Come Wrapped in Origami Paper

    It's part of Nestlé's commitment to ensure that 100-percent of its packaging is recyclable or re-usable by 2025.

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    More than 20 Auckland cafes have signed up for the eco-friendly initiative.

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    Help save the planet and enjoy restaurant quality grub for a fraction of the price.

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    Wellington's Nisa Is Crowdfunding Its New Ethical Underwear Range

    The new men's briefs call for an industrial sewing machine.

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    The New Zealand Government Will Phase Out Single-Use Plastic Bags Over the Next Year

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    Ecosia invests at least 80 percent of its profits into planting trees around the world.

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    Someone Has Designed Sneakers with Soles Made from Used Chewing Gum

    The shoe offers an innovative solution to The Netherlands' costly gum litter problem.

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    Adidas' New Kicks Are Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic

    Part of the label's latest collaboration with Parley, each pair is made from 11 plastic bottles.

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    McDonald's Has Started Phasing Out Plastic Straws

    The company will trial new biodegradable paper straws in its UK stores as it pushes towards all-recyclable packaging.

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    Netherlands Supermarket Ekoplaza Has Launched a World-First Plastic-Free Aisle

    The aisle offers shoppers over 700 plastic-free items.

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    A New Wholefoods Refillery Has Opened in Parnell

    One step closer to package-less pantries.

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    Meet Auckland's New Solar-Powered E-Bike Charging Workshop and Community Hub

    Another step towards hacking Auckland's transport problem.

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    This New Zealand Company Has Created a Water Bottle Entirely From Plants

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    Your Guide to Splore 2018

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    Auckland Transport Is Launching a New Electric Rideshare Service

    In an effort to improve access to public transport, reduce congestion and free up parking.

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