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Highlights

14 Secret Santa Gifts Under $50 That Are Actually Epic

When it comes to Secret Santa, nailing the brief is an art form. This edit proves you can find something thoughtful and cool without blowing the $50 budget.

The stunning interior at Auckland Art Gallery

Things To Do

The Best Art Galleries In Auckland To Check Out Right Now

Whether you'd love to spend your weekend gazing at art-adorned walls with a quizzical look on your face thinking ‘what the heck is that!?’ or simply elevate your mind by marvelling at stunning artwork then we have found the best places for you.

A cute Christmas decoration made from a blue-roofed vintage house.

Fashion

The Best Christmas Decorations In NZ To Deck Your Tree Out In 2024

Christmas is indeed the most wonderful time of the year and our fave part of the festivities is decorating the tree. That said, we've searched out the very best Christmas decorations money can buy, and we think you'll be impressed. From pop stars and film characters to pretend treats and treats proper (or at least, baubles filled with them), there's a lot to get excited about.

Rest of the best

The General Collective Lifestyle & Design Market—Christmas Edition, one of Auckland's best Christmas markets.

Shopping

Auckland’s Best Christmas Markets To Visit This Festive Season

We love a good market, especially one with the word 'Christmas' attached! So hop in the car, crank up the Mariah (your secret's safe with us) and head along to one of these incredible Christmas markets coming to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland this holiday season.

Pacific

A Thrill-Seeker’s Guide To Spending 72 Hours In Fiji’s Yasawa Islands

Psst, we’ll let you in on a secret—heaven is a place on earth. From mainland Fiji, a scenic two-hour boat ride will take you to the magical Yasawa Islands. The word Yasawa, meaning ‘heaven’, is a totally apt translation for the breathtaking vistas seen before your very eyes.

A collage of images for the Christmas Gift Guide.

Gifts

The Best NZ Christmas Gift Ideas So You Can Smash Out Your List For 2023

Shop our selection of the best Christmas gift ideas this side of the North Pole.

Gifts

The Best Mother’s Day Gifts For Every Type Of Mum (And Budget)

From statement earrings and sleep-supporting tea to illuminating skincare and cosy knitwear, shop our thoughtfully curated list of Mother's Day gifts.

A dog head planter from Shut The Front Door

Gifts

The Best Gift Deliveries In New Zealand To Show Someone You Care

Receiving gifts never gets old, but when you're the one trying to come up with something new and exciting to give—it kinda can. Enter the following companies, who together offer a slew of unique and thoughtful goodies to show that someone spesh that you care.

A man tries to hold a plank in front of a laptop while his child hangs onto his neck.

U:L Recommends

25 Rad Things Under $25 To Get You Through Home Isolation

Oh, home isolation. So much free time, so little motivation. Whether you’ve ended up feeling under the weather or you’re just starting to get stir-crazy, we’ve put together some affordable additions to make life stuck at home more bearable.

Homewares

An Amazingly Lofty Plant Paradise Has Just Opened In St Heliers Village

The team behind the talented design and construction team Babylon Gardens—who have been creating beautiful landscapes in Auckland for over 10 years—have just opened the Babylon Store to help all plant-lover wannabes.

A gorgeous kitchen with vibrant pops of colour, greenery and stacked wooden shelving.

U:L Recommends

Level Up Your Winter Cooking Game With 7 Stand-Out Kitchen Hacks

We hate to break it to you, but summer is well and truly over—cue the ugly crying GIF. But in good news, the season for snuggling by the fire—hot chocolate in hand—is upon us and frankly, we couldn’t be more ready.

A plush seating area is adorned with velvet pillows and glass serveware.

U:L Recommends

6 Interior Design Tips To Transform Your Space Into A Sanctuary

When it comes to creating a sanctuary at home, it really is the small things that make a difference. But, there's much more to it than simply adding a few new decor pieces to your collection. And, while we don't believe there's a strict prescription for designing your perfect space, there are a few universal concepts you can follow to help guide you in the right direction.

A guy holds two lovely looking plants in his hands.

What's On

Calling All Green Thumbs, A Massive Botanical Market Is Coming To Auckland

If one thing’s for sure, indoor plants sit in a very special place in our hearts these days. You know, those cute, spiky little cacti sitting on the windowsill, or those stunning, draping string of pearls hanging on the wall. Many of you will agree that having plants around the house just makes life better.

A chair with a suitcase that says 'Auckland Plant Market' on it with lots of plants in the background.

Features

Make A Beeline, Auckland’s Huge Plant Market Has Been Shifted To March

Load Up your boot on covetable botanical goodies at Auckland Plant Market happening on March 21 at Smales Farm. Expect botanical art, live music, cute planters, colorful pots, jewelry, and skincare so whether you’re looking for adorable little succulents or kokedamas, you can find it all here.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Breweries In And Around Auckland

Us Jafa’s just can’t get enough of the hoppy, malty, tangy, carbonated creations these breweries have been creating.