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Halloween is fast approaching, and while fake blood, a pair of fangs and a questionable wig will always have their place, this year we’re taking our costume inspiration straight from the headlines. After all, between Hollywood’s latest cinematic obsessions, celebrity couples and some gloriously unhinged television characters, 2026 has provided more than enough material. From ...

There’s a new neighbourhood restaurant arriving in Point Chevalier, and we have a feeling it’s going to become a favourite. Wilko’s brings a fresh approach to local dining, combining exceptional food, a beautifully considered setting and the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like a regular from your very first visit. The vision of […]

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A heritage house is rarely preserved by expecting it to act exactly as it did a century ago, because contemporary lifestyles place vastly different demands on its rooms. The owners purchased this early-20th- century Auckland villa because they were immediately attracted to its history and character, yet their lives required an unapologetically contemporary interior shaped […]...

A proper break from the working day should feel like more than a hurried meal between meetings. At Trivet, set within the luxurious JW Marriott in the heart of Auckland’s CBD, the midday ritual has been given a particularly enticing upgrade. Introducing the Power Lunch, a refined, hour-long dining experience that offers all the pleasure […]

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Art direction — Amber Armitage/ MarigoldPhotography — Melanie Jenkins/ Flash Studios The most sophisticated outdoor spaces rarely rely on bold colour to make an impression. Instead, a carefully layered palette can bring depth to a home’s exterior, complement its architectural details and create a natural connection with the surrounding landscape. Drawing inspiration from ston...