Following Marcus through one ordinary Tuesday in Hamilton 6:47 AM Marcus's alarm buzzes. He grabs his phone and sees a text from his mate about Friday night drinks. Responds "Yeah keen!" without thinking about the cost. Financial impact: $60 night out committed to 7:15 AM Standing in his kitchen, Marcus opens the pantry. There's cereal, but no milk. The corner dairy is two minutes away,...

So you're planning a Bay of Islands trip and trying to figure out whether to stay in Russell or Paihia? I get this question all the time, and honestly, both towns are fantastic – they just offer completely different vibes. I've spent countless weekends in both places over the years, and here's my honest take on what each town is really like. Russell: Like stepping back in time Russell...

Kia ora, friends! If you’ve been feeling weighed down by debt, like you're constantly playing financial whack-a-mole just to keep up with bills, then I’ve got a story for you. A few years ago, I found myself exactly there—stressed, short on cash, and watching interest pile up faster than I could pay it off. That’s when I first looked into consolidating debt in...

  Kia ora, mates! Today, I want to talk about an important topic—finding the right debt consolidation lender in New Zealand. If you're struggling with multiple debts, I totally get how overwhelming it can be. When I was in the same boat, I was lost in a sea of credit cards, personal loans, and overdue payments. But after some research and advice, I discovered the benefits of...

Kia ora! If you’re reading this and feeling like your debts are taking over, you’re not alone. A few years ago, I was in the same boat. I had a handful of credit cards, a personal loan, and even a couple of store cards. I was keeping up with the payments, but it was all just getting too complicated. Trying to remember different due dates, juggling various interest rates, and...

  I’ve stayed in a lot of places around New Zealand, but there’s something about Russell that keeps pulling me back. Maybe it’s the history, the harbour views, or just the way time slows down when you’re there. Whatever it is, the accommodation in russell always adds to the magic. A couple of months ago, I was feeling properly run down. I’d been chasing...

When I first moved to Auckland for work, one of my biggest dreams was to have a lush, green garden. I imagined weekends spent relaxing on a perfect lawn, but the reality was a bit different. Between the constant rain and the scorching sun, my grass was always either too muddy or burnt out. After a lot of frustration, I decided to make the switch to synthetic turf. It turned out to be one of the...

Living in New Zealand has given me the chance to experience some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. However, there’s one way to enjoy the Coromandel Peninsula that truly stands out above the rest: aboard a Coromandel luxury charter boat. I recently had the pleasure of spending a day on one of these stunning boats, and it was an experience that I’ll never forget. Having...

A few months back, I was standing on my back deck in Auckland, coffee in hand, staring at my sorry excuse for a lawn. The grass was patchy, brown in some places, overgrown in others, and muddy where my mate’s dog had done laps during a barbecue. It was that moment I thought, “There’s got to be a better way.” That’s when the idea of installing an artificial lawn...

Looking to boost your home's value before selling? Or just want to make a smart investment in your Auckland property? The secret might be right under your feet – your backyard! More Auckland homeowners are discovering that switching to artificial grass isn't just about cutting down on Saturday morning mowing. It's actually putting real dollars back in their pockets when it comes time to...