Gemma Prier never set out to become a founder. But when redundancy unexpectedly closed one chapter of her career, it opened the door to something she could never have imagined…
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Helen Tufui launches Hit Kit® as concussion claims top 33,000 annually
by focusby focusFormer All Blacks captain Sam Cane has become the official ambassador for Hit Kit®, a rapid response concussion kit, developed by leading New Zealand concussion expert and founder of The…
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After more than 12 years as a brow artist, I’ve learned that brows have very little to do with beauty. They’re about confidence, identity, and recognising the woman looking back…
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Why More Women Are Ditching Complicated Skincare Routines
by focusby focusIf you’ve ever stood in front of your bathroom mirror wondering whether you really need seven serums, two acids, a toner, an essence and a different moisturiser for morning and…
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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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The 4 Types of Boundaries Midlife Bodies Ask For
by Kati Ludwigby Kati LudwigSelf-Leadership Strategies for Women Over 40 Last month we listened to rage. We learned it isn’t a personality flaw. It’s data. It’s your body saying “this doesn’t work anymore.” This…
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When a Nobel Prize winner notices your skincare, people pay attention
by focusby focusThe beauty industry is full of big claims, celebrity endorsements and trending ingredients that seem to change by the week. So when a Nobel Prize-winning scientist – someone who has…
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The Kiwi Women Bringing Emotional Wellness Into the Wearable Tech World
by focusby focusLet’s face it – most of us don’t need another notification telling us we’re stressed. We already know. Between work deadlines, family commitments, endless to-do lists and the constant stream…
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The Matariki Jewellery Collection That’s More Than Just Beautiful
by focusby focusThere’s something special about Matariki. It invites us to slow down, reflect on where we’ve been, celebrate the people we love and dream about where we’re headed next. It’s a…
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Mode & Opal named a Top 100 Finalist in the 2026 SHE-com Women in Ecommerce Awards
by focusby focusMode & Opal, the New Zealand-designed premium stainless steel drink bottle brand designed for the whole family, has been named a Top 100 Finalist in the 2026 SHE-com Women in Ecommerce Awards. The national…
