Home & Garden Beekeeping – commercial and hobbyist – is on the rise in New Zealand. The number of registered hives has climbed from 500,000 in 2014 to 632,000 in 2023, according to the Ministry for Primary Industries. In particular, it seems more and more Kiwis are taking up this hobby, with 75% of all registered beekeepers in the country owning less than 10 hives. But how easy is it to make your own honey and why is there such a wide interest in it? The post Bee your own keeper appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

More than a touch of international flair Recently appointed executive chef at Millennium Manuels Ameya Deshmukh is bringing more than a touch of international flair to the dining experience at the Taupō lakeside hotel. Ameya took charge of the kitchen at Millennium Manuels earlier this year. His passion for fine ingredients and international cuisine is reflected in the new breakfast, lunch and dinner menus at Beach 243 and Edgewater restaurant. The post A Touch Of International Flair appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Dive into summer Grab your sunscreen and togs because we’re diving into summer headfirst with these entertaining activities and DIY crafts to kick start your summer holiday. From a traffic stopping refreshment that is not only easy to make but more importantly oh so tasty! Then, we bring the beach to you with DIY kinetic sand that provides hours of entertainment and creativity as kids fun. The post Kids Fun appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Your bit on the side to liven up the summer barbecue! Nothing says summer like a barbecue, and nobody loves them more than us Kiwis. Ingrained in our DNA, it is the summer staple shared with friends and family all season long. But those long, hot summers can feel even longer when our bit on the side is the classic green salad on repeat. Time for some variety. We’re here to help dress things up this season and elevate your summer barbecue game with some creativity and flavour! Add a little zest to the sun-soaked season with our charred corn salad with feta, sriracha and lime, and try this new t ..read more

A place that changes you. What you see here, changes how you see things out there Immerse yourself in a world of awe-inspiring geysers, bubbling mud pools, and pristine native forest, all expertly unveiled through our personalised guided tours. Encounter the Southern Hemisphere’s largest natural geyser, Pōhutu, which naturally erupts skyward sometimes reaching heights of 30 metres (100 feet) over 17 times a day. This is New Zealand’s most active geyser and is a sight to behold. Pōhutu means ‘constant splashing’ in Māori. The post Te Puia appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Supercars roar into New Zealand The man tasked with turning out Taupō Motorsport International Park in pristine condition for the upcoming Repco Supercar Championship series in April (19-21) is no stranger to the world of Supercar racing. General manager of the Taupō International Motorsport Park Martin Collins, has been in the job since December 2021, when the facility was bought by Gold Coast based entrepreneur and motor racer Tony Quinn. The post Taupō’s Revving Revolution appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Optimism among local business owners Has increased since the election, with owners saying they feel more hopeful about the future following National’s win. The National Party will lead the next Government after gaining 38% of the party vote, and 48 seats in Parliament. Business advocates and owners say there are positive plans for growth in the tourism sector from the new Government. Now it’s a waiting game to see if those election promises are delivered on. The post Business Confidence Grows Post Election appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Traffic lights, crunchies and bright red swinging saloon doors Cobb & Co. has always been a taste of fun and nostalgia for Kiwis. This year, the nationwide franchise is celebrating 50 years in business and still going strong, since opening their first branch back in 1973. The restaurant brings back wonderful childhood memories for many people, who are now enjoying taking their own families. Keeping the diner experience at the heart of everything they do has always been a key focus, says general manager Callum Inglis. The post Cobb & Co. Celebrates 50 years appeared first on henry magaz ..read more

We Love… Is about giving our readers a slice of top trends for the season! From fruity summer drinks, to life changing novels and podcasts, to beauty and all things that nourish our soul. View more of what we love The post #We Love Summer 23 appeared first on henry magazine ..read more

Gearing up for a boomer summer. On the back of success at national events the club is hosting a number of major surf lifesaving tournaments on the main beach this summer. They include the Eastern Region Senior Championships (January 26 -28), Oceans Junior Festival of Surf ( February 22-25) and the 2024 SLSNZ National Championships in March 14-17. The club’s achievements come on the back of three challenging years. Covid impacted hugely on activities in 2020 and 2021, followed by one of the worst summers on record last year in the Bay of Plenty. Mt Maunganui took top honours in the 2023 TSB New ..read more