Category: Sponsored Content

Mar 07
Serving Canelés & Queer Joy: The Rise of BUTTER Pastry

In a city where food culture is rapidly evolving, BUTTER Pastry has become a standout star in Christchurch’s hospitality scene. Nestled in Phillipstown, this boutique bakery is the creation of Corentin Esquenet, an award-winning pastry chef who brings French finesse to every baked delight. With its crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside canelés, indulgent tarts, and ever-changing seasonal menus, […]

Mar 07
Dhi Ferrari: Sweetening Christchurch’s Food Scene

If you haven’t yet experienced the magic of Dhi Ferrari Cakes, consider this your sign. Tucked inside The Welder, a foodie hub in the heart of Christchurch, Dhi Ferrari has quietly become one of the city’s most exciting culinary talents—bringing Brazilian flair, European technique, and pure pastry perfection to local dessert lovers. As Christchurch celebrates […]

Feb 17
Celebrate Summer in Auckland: Where to Stay, Play, and Eat for Pride (and Beyond)

Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is a city bursting with pride all year round, but this month brings an extra splash of colour and celebration as Pride Month takes centre stage. From the iconic Rainbow Parade to vibrant community events, the city radiates inclusivity and joy. Once you’ve soaked up the jam-packed Auckland Pride schedule, there’s still […]

Feb 14
Queens, Cocktails, and Chaos: QT Sydney Unveils ‘Playhouse’ for Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras in Sydney is getting a fabulous upgrade this year as QT Sydney transforms into the QT Playhouse, promising a riotous blend of drag, disco, and decadence. Designed as the ultimate party destination for Mardi Gras 2025, the Playhouse will serve up an unmissable lineup of queer talent, iconic DJs, and sensory delights. And […]

Feb 10
Shanan Halbert: Tātou katoa – It’s About All of Us

Labour’s spokesperson for Rainbow Issues, Shanan Halbert, says it’s time for us to unite and stand up to a government that doesn’t understand the needs of rainbow communities.  I reflect often on the words of Georgina Beyer, who said it best when she said, “People call it courage and bravery. I just call it standing […]

Feb 03
Lonely Planet’s New LGBTQ+ Guide Celebrates 50+ Queer-Friendly Destinations

Lonely Planet’s new LGBTQ+ guide uncovers 50+ queer-friendly destinations across the globe, packed with heart, soul, and a dash of fabulous flair. GET YOUR COPY HERE! This vibrant, inclusive guide is the ultimate resource for LGBTQ+ travellers seeking destinations that feel welcoming and authentic. With a unique, community-to-community perspective, it serves as a global queer […]

Dec 10
Inclusive Co-Working Spaces Are Genius

Genius co-founder Clinton Selby discusses the importance of diverse co-working for an inspiring future.  When I started my first co-working space, I knew the type of environment I wanted to create. A thriving, diverse space where no two people were ever the same. Where creatives, entrepreneurs and inventors would cross paths, build a community and […]

Dec 10
Surrogacy: Where There’s a Will, There’s A Way  

Global Director of Growing Families Sam Everingham discusses options for gay men wanting to have a child of their own.   Many gay couples (and singles) are lucky to locate a local egg donor and surrogate in New Zealand. Sometimes this is the same woman – a process called traditional surrogacy. Traditional surrogacy is fairly popular, […]