THE GOOD LIFE

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READING NOOK

THE FORAGER’S TREASURY The essential guide to plants in Aotearoa

By Johanna Knox

In the urban and rural wildernesses, there is an abundance of food just waiting to be discovered, if only you know what to look for. Foraged food is healthy, economical and sustainable, but the best part is the fun you will have finding it.

THE ABUNDANT GARDEN A practical guide to growing a regenerative home garden

By Niva and Yotam Kay

Niva and Yotam Kay of Pakaraka Permaculture, on the Coromandel Peninsula of Aotearoa New Zealand, share their long experience of organic gardening in this comprehensive book on how to create and maintain a productive and regenerative vegetable garden. GLOW ENERGY We no longer rely on candles to keep us out of the dark, but candlelight has always filled our lives, setting the stage for warm dinners and intimate evenings. Combining the romance of a candle with the utility of a flashlight, The Wick lamp from ECC has an energy-efficient design that casts a warm glow with a battery life of 12 to 15 hours.

ecc.co.nz

AUCKLAND ARCHITECTURE A Walking Guide

By John Walsh

For a unique trip to Auckland, this second edition from acclaimed architecture writer John Walsh takes us through 150 years of the city’s architectural history – from the Victorian era to contemporary structures. With striking photography by Patrick Reynolds. WHAKANUIA TE WHENUA PEOPLE PLACE LANDSCAPE

Edited by Carolyn Hill

This Ma¯ori-led book presents a rich seam of visual essays, papers, poetry and polemics which challenge the way we think about environment, land (whenua) and landscape in a changing world.

COMFORT AND STYLE Whether you’re braving the wintery weather or rugging up at home, embrace high-low layering by teaming the lush Witchery Aviator Coat with the effortless Witchery Lounge Knit Pant.

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PASSIONATE PRINT The freshly launched brainchild of New Zealand artist and designer Bren Sutton, Ink & Brayer is an exciting online destination for original art, prints, jewellery and textiles. The regularly updated, curated collection supports independent artists and artisan brands from around Aotearoa and the world.

inkandbrayer.co.nz

PLANT-BASED BEAUTY Andalou Naturals is 98% naturally derived, non-GMO vegetarian with a large vegan offering, gluten-free and cruelty-free. The skincare brand is available for the first time in New Zealand – launching a selection of international favourites from the Brightening and Age Defying ranges including the cult Brightening Honey Pumpkin Glycolic Mask.

chemistwarehouse.co.nz

NATURAL BY NATURE The inspiration for this new textile collection from Città draws from nostalgic journeys through New Zealand landscapes. These natural environments are observed through the lens of the abstract art genre. Città continues to focus on the use of natural materials with flax linen, organic cotton, and heavily textured jute throughout the collection.

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