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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.
All tagged Chocolate
Whittaker’s has introduced two Limited Edition flavours: Relax and Refresh, featuring botanical extracts infused into Whittaker’s classic Creamy Milk™ chocolate. The innovative flavours have been designed to capture the feelings of relaxation and rejuvenation in an indulgent treat.
Whittaker’s innovative new Peanut Butter & Jelly 250g Block not only showcases the best of local ingredients but also creates a fun and unique eating experience, giving Chocolate Lovers the chance to savour the flavours separately and playfully challenging them to make their own PB&J ‘sandwich’.
Whittaker’s new Hokey Pokey Crunch is a fresh take on its classic flavour that delivers a lot more ‘crunch’, thanks to a delicious new and improved recipe for the hokey pokey pieces and the generous amount of them that are included in each block.
Whittaker’s has come together with Australia’s iconic Bundaberg Brewed Drinks (Bundaberg), to create its new limited edition Whittaker’s Brewed Ginger Caramel 250g Block.
Whittaker’s new Cocoa Lovers Collection celebrates extra dark chocolate with four 100g blocks, which also showcase the distinctive flavours of cocoa beans sourced from artisan producers in Samoa and Nicaragua alongside 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified™ Ghanaian cocoa.
Dark Chocolate Lovers are in for a treat with Whittaker’s latest creation, 72% Dark Ghana Fruit & Nut, a classic new addition to Whittaker’s 250g permanent range, which is bound to become a pantry staple.
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.