One of the things that makes New Zealand interesting is its short history. In places like Europe, Asia and the Middle East, a century feels like almost nothing, as you can travel along roads and live in buildings that are hundreds and even thousands of years old. History is not such an everyday part of […]
One of the best things about New Zealand is the generosity and egalitarian spirit of our people.New Zealand is the second most charitable country in the world, according to a recent report by the Charities Aid Foundation. Around 400,000 New Zealanders give in some way every week, with more than a million giving each year. […]
You’ve heard the saying “Do something you enjoy”? Like many journeys, my latest business adventure started with something I am passionate about. As an avid wine enthusiast, and after collecting for more than 20 years, I decided to join the Waiheke winemaking community and create my own wine label. The experience has taught me valuable […]
New Zealand has an interesting relationship with art. It gets little coverage in our sports-obsessed nation yet New Zealanders are more in touch with their artistic side than we think. And while New Zealand produces some world-class artists, funding is limited and the sector doesn’t attract as much philanthropic support as it needs. Art is […]
Recent global events remind me how lucky I am to call New Zealand home. There have been terrorist attacks in countries including the USA, Iraq France and Turkey in recent weeks, and the political and economic turmoil in Europe, headlined by the ongoing migrant crisis and the surprise Brexit result. New Zealand has its own […]
As a former member of the Royal Navy I still sail regularly, recently joining the crew of the classic yacht, Waitangi. She is a beautiful yacht first launched in 1894. Previously I competed up to 40 times a year in various countries. My work life as the owner of a group of trust companies can […]
