Whether you’re looking for an absorbing story to escape into, a gripping thriller that keeps you guessing, or a novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into another time and place,…
Dee Collins
Dee Collins
Dee is the founder, publisher and editor of focus – a high-quality business and lifestyle magazine featuring women in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato who encourage, inspire, empower, educate, connect and entertain. The magazine has now moved online.
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Inspiration | MotivationWellbeing
7 Ways To Start Trusting Your Intuition (And Finally Listen To That Little Voice Inside)
by Dee Collinsby Dee CollinsHave you ever had a feeling about something that you couldn’t quite explain? Maybe you met someone new and immediately sensed they weren’t quite right. Perhaps you were considering a…
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Breaking barriersInspiration | MotivationNews
STORM Is Bringing Its Signature Style to Mount Maunganui
by Dee Collinsby Dee CollinsThere’s something special about walking into a beautifully curated fashion boutique. It’s not just about finding something new to wear – it’s about discovering pieces that make you feel confident,…
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There’s something about winter that always seems to catch us at the worst possible time. You wake up with that familiar scratchy throat, feel a little more tired than usual,…
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Health & Beauty
Fresh Finds: The New Beauty & Lifestyle Launches We’re Loving Right Now
by Dee Collinsby Dee CollinsFrom beauty innovations that promise to elevate your skincare routine to clever lifestyle finds designed to make everyday living that little bit special, there’s always something new landing on our…
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On those freezing cold winter mornings, there’s nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of porridge to start the day. This protein-packed version takes a breakfast classic and gives it…
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For the past decade, Casita Community Charitable Trust has been creating opportunities, connection and a sense of belonging for young people with disabilities in Tauranga and the Western Bay. Now,…
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Breaking barriersInspiration | MotivationWellbeing
How Motherhood, Burnout and Losing Herself Led Kelsey Huddleston to Create Elevana
by Dee Collinsby Dee CollinsYou can love your life completely and still feel lost inside it. It’s a feeling many women know intimately but rarely talk about. Life looks good from the outside. The…
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NewsTravel
The End of Euro Summer? Kiwi Travellers Turn to Closer, Cheaper Alternatives
by Dee Collinsby Dee CollinsNew search data from Booking.com suggests Kiwi travellers are rethinking the traditional European summer holiday, opting instead for destinations closer to home that offer similar experiences without the long-haul flights,…
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If you love books that keep you guessing, these latest reads deliver plenty of suspense, secrets, and unexpected twists. From remote islands and isolated towns to shocking crimes and hidden…
