The Rees Queenstown is delighted to announce the appointment of culinary Olympian and top 20 best young chef in the world, Corey Hume as Executive Chef.
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AUCKLAND, Tuesday 8 July 2025: Aotearoa's high ranking as one of the world’s most self-sufficient countries is a huge source of pride for our nation’s fruit and vegetable growers who are ramping up our fresh produce supply as global trade tensions escalate.
Last Sunday, Gem and I travelled up the west coast of the Coromandel Peninsula to the stunning little settlement of Coromandel town..
The drive from Thames to Coromandel took about an hour, but was very picturesque. The road up was a bit dodgy (skinny) with loads of vehicles towing large caravans or Boats along the way. I was happy Roxanne (The Caravan) was resting back in Thames for this trip.
The first day of tour where we are staying one night in Tokaanu then a week in Thames, and a week in Rotorua was very eventful and frightening.
Artificial intelligence could deepen inequality and create ‘AI-poverty traps’ in developing nations, write economists Dr Asha Sundaram and Dr Dennis Wesselbaum in their paper ‘Economic development reloaded: the AI revolution in developing nations’.
Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of a river flowing gently into the sea, the air fresh with a salty breeze, and a symphony of birds to serenade the morning. This idyllic scene isn't a far-off dream but a reality at the Waikanae River Mouth Freedom Camping Area. In this blog post, we'll guide you through everything you need to know about this idyllic camping spot, how to adhere to the rules and set your self up for a wonderful (but brief stay).
Festival headliner trio 19-Twenty will perform Saturday night.
The New Zealand Blues & BBQ Festival is already making noise, with early bird two-day passes selling out before the deadline, proving there’s a hearty appetite for this epic three-day celebration of incredible blues music and mouthwatering food, returning to Rotorua this 28-30 November.
Iconic hamburger brand, Wendy’s is gearing up to fuel the passion of fans, followers, and friends of the One New Zealand Warriors with the unveiling of its limited edition Feed the Faith menu. Available now at all Wendy’s NZ restaurants until 10 August, the Feed the Faith Sweet & Smoky BBQ range is set to be the ultimate pre- and post-game ritual that Warriors fans will remember long after the official whistle blows.
AUCKLAND, 28th May 2025: Keep your energy levels up and winter bugs at bay this winter by embracing nature’s own medicine – fresh seasonal produce.
The Rees Queenstown is delighted to announce the appointment of culinary Olympian and top 20 best young chef in the world, Corey Hume as Executive Chef.
A judging panel of food industry experts will gather at Auckland’s Food Bowl this week to taste their way through a mountain of delicious NZ-made ice cream entered in the hotly-contested annual NZ Ice Cream Awards. The awards have this year attracted 308 entries, reflecting the growth and diversification of the NZ ice cream manufacturing sector.
New Zealanders are buying better quality cheeses as they explore different speciality cheese including locally-made takes on classics such as feta, halloumi and Parmesan.
The iconic Rally New Zealand will return to the FIA World Rally Championship next year after an eight year hiatus.
A unique new degree from the University of Canterbury (UC) serves to inspire future leaders in our community, providing them with vital building blocks to champion change in a changing world.
From award-winning artists to emerging talent, Raydar’s Moonlight exhibition held at Silo6, Wynard Quarter from Sep 28th - Oct 13th is set to indulge the senses with an exciting event that explores the theme of connection through creativity and technology.
Louise Henderson: From Life is the first major survey of work by French-born, New Zealand artist Louise Henderson (1902–1994) and opens at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki on Saturday 2 November. Featuring work from across Henderson’s seven-decade career, the exhibition traces the development of the artist’s bold and colourful abstract style.
The scene for some parents looks like this: You lovingly create a Fortnite character from ham, nestled against a backdrop of your child’s favourite crackers. The crusts are off the honey sandwich, as demanded. There is a packet of the favourite chippies and a bar that claims to contain veggies but seems to be mostly sugar. You add an apple and a carrot stick for freshness and to assuage guilt. Then you send it out into the world with a host of kisses and wait, impatiently.
Like many art teachers, Claudia Avril was in a familiar predicament, pondering the question; how to continue a teaching career and maintain an arts practice?
Coinciding with Wills Month, a new exhibition at Waikato Museum celebrates the generosity of local citizens, philanthropists, collectors and artists who have bequeathed a range of taonga and artworks to the Waikato Bequests Trust collection. at the Museum.
Emerging Global Trends in Fresh Produce: Insights for Aotearoa
As New Zealand settles into the colder months, global insights reveal emerging patterns that are likely to influence what Kiwi shop for, cook with, and think about fresh produce. Here are five key trends to watch for in the second half of 2025.