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May 11
Learning About Gay Family-Building from NZ’s Experts

Ahead of New Zealand’s annual surrogacy event on 10 June, Sam Everingham talked to two leading voices in New Zealand’s surrogacy space: Christian Newman and Stewart Dalley. Stewart is an Auckland-based surrogacy lawyer and Christian is the founder of Love Makes a Family. Both are dads via domestic surrogacy. Christian and his partner Mark have […]

Apr 26
CHCH: A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN AKAROA

French-influenced harbour town Akaroa offers an abundance of charm, character, attractions, and eateries, making it the perfect retreat for a romantic weekend. Located just a 90-minute (very pretty) drive from Christchurch, it is a must to include in your itinerary the next time you visit the garden city. Where to Stay: FRENCH BAY HOUSE – […]

Apr 17
Rising Problems in DIY Altruistic Surrogacy

Emma Williams first became involved in New Zealand’s surrogacy community in 2014, though it was not until 2017 that she matched with her intended parents. She carried twice for a gay couple, birthing Yavi and, a few years later, Yana. Both times, she benefitted from the expertise of not New Zealand but US IVF and […]

Apr 11
The Best of the Fest: Must See Shows at the NZ International Comedy Festival

Get ready to laugh until your sides ache because the New Zealand International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo is back, and it’s their 30th birthday! From the 5th to the 28th of May, the New Zealand International Comedy will take over stages across Auckland and Wellington with a line-up of hilarious comedians from all over the world. […]

Apr 04
RELAXING IN ULLADULLA | THE PERFECT BREAK FROM BUSTLING SYDNEY

Life can be exhausting when you’re a famous Instagram influencer being flown to Sydney to celebrate WorldPride! After much pouting, posing, and voguing on the vibrant city’s party scene, Matt Fistonich was sent to New South Wales’ most laid-back destination, Ulladulla, for a well-earned break. Ulladulla is a charming South Coastal Region of New South […]

Mar 24
Profitable & Inclusive: Switch Your Property to Short-Term Rentals

Now has never been a more profitable or inclusive time to enter the short-term rental market in Auckland. 2023 is ushering in an influx of tourists, with occupancy and daily rates rapidly increasing since our borders reopened. For many travellers in the rainbow community, New Zealand’s largest city is at the top of their list […]

Mar 13
The Greatest Tribute Show Of All

The Greatest Love of All, starring Belinda Davids, is the most jaw-dropping tribute to the voice of Whitney Houston you will ever witness, and it returns to NZ in May and June. express chats with ‘the voice’ Belinda Davids. Since touring NZ in 2018, Belinda Davids has been the acclaimed star of TV shows: Showtime […]

Mar 09
KIWIBANK: WEARING YOUR PRIDE ON YOUR HEART

This Pride, Kiwibank unveiled their new PRIDE Badge, ‘Te Kahukura Kāpuia’, a symbol of their commitment to the inclusion of Rainbow communities, spearheaded by their own Pride Network. Kiwibank Pride Network members Jess Segal and Seb Hopkins tell express about the creative process and meaning behind their badge. We call our Pride symbol Te Kahukura […]