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The Haier appliances in Liam Messam’s Hamilton home are making his life a little easier, with the help of the clever SmartHQ app

Content creator Skye Ross found the perfect Haier appliances to enhance her family’s life every day

Slow cookers can help even the most novice home cooks whip up delicious meals at the touch of a button. But which one is best for your kitchen?

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Introducing New Zealand’s first and only* refrigerator with an 8-star energy rating These days, just about every decision we make – whether it’s being an enthusiastic recycler to using your reusable cup religiously – comes back to our individual desire to lessen our impact on the environment. We all want to play our part in treading […]

A new ecosystem of smart kitchen appliances saves you housework, time and money – and looks great too No longer hidden away behind closed doors, today’s kitchens are the design highlight of our homes. Of course we expect them to function well, but we also want them to look beautiful and reflect our personal style. […]

Carbonated drinks are about to get a whole lot more exciting thanks to the Breville InFizz Fusion The Breville InFizz Fusion can impressively carbonate juice, tea, wine and flat soda What new kitchen appliance are we reviewing? After a refreshing carbonated drink? Today we’re reviewing the latest soda maker to hit the market: the Breville […]

The experts weigh in to settle an age old debate The neat freaks, cleaning obsessives and organisation gurus amongst us will understand the pure horror that ensures upon opening a dishwasher that is a total hodge-podge of cutlery, utensils, bowls practically stuck together and – god forbid – non-stick pans. Admit it, the urge to […]

Samsung’s new bespoke French Door Fridge gives you creative control over the colour and finish to suit your kitchen You’ve got your kitchen to the point of perfection, having created the ideal interior after spending hours contemplating every design decision from benchtop to joinery, lighting and tapware. So why limit yourself to choosing a fridge […]

Make your life easier with the latest and greatest tech accessories for your home. Shop the line-up and win one for yourself Best for blending The Braun PowerBlend 9 features a sophisticated range of new technologies and is a powerhouse of innovative features and intuitive precision. The iTextureControl allows ultimate blend customisation from smooth to […]

School’s back, so get the family into a routine with some help from Samsung. Getting the family up and out the door in time for work and school, then organising after-school activities and who’s doing what, where and when is complicated. And don’t even mention getting dinner ready for the hungry masses. An old-school blackboard […]

Welcoming and entertaining friends for a long lunch is one of the joys of summer. With these smart appliances its even easier A lazy Sunday lunch or casual Friday night dinner with friends is always a fun thing to do in summer.  What’s not to enjoy about chilled prosecco, lasagne and simple green salad for […]

Want a kitchen that blends so beautifully into your home, it feels like part of the furniture? The new generation of kitchen tech is here to make your vision a reality

Make entertaining your family and friends simply effortless this holiday season with these quick tips for smart appliances There’s still time to enlist the help of the latest in kitchen technology for festive entertaining, especially if you’re making special dishes to impress your guests. Here are five tips to make hosting a breeze. 1. Clean […]

Soft buttery shades are a delicious choice in the kitchen. Mix in some retro appliances and a dash of creamy ’50s-style ceramics for a baking day flavoured with nostalgia SAVE OR, SPLURGE Styling by: Catherine Wilkinson. Assisted by: Melle van Sambeek. Photography by: Wendy Fenwick.

Open plan living has changed the dynamics of family life and how we entertain. Here’s what you need to consider when creating a functional, integrated kitchen

Take the stress out of hosting your next dinner party by utilising the best kitchen appliances to get the job done. With this pre-party prep guide, you’ll have all your culinary creations sorted well before your guests walk in the door Entertaining at home should be fun for the host, not something that sends you […]

Busy households this list is for you! Cut down on chores and leave more time for fun with the family with the help of these clever kitchen appliances When it comes to the everyday routines of running a busy household, it’s the little things that make a big difference. A well-designed kitchen stocked with smart […]

It’s never too early in the home design process to start planning your dream kitchen and laundry – and choosing your appliances should be at the top of your to-do list Whether building or renovating, selecting your appliances should be one of the first steps when designing your kitchen and laundry. This ensures you get […]

Whether it’s to cook for one or to entertain many, New Zealanders are rediscovering their passion for food and are reconnecting in the kitchen Why Kiwis are reconnecting with their kitchens The heart, the hub, the social space – the way we describe our kitchens these days highlight how central they are to our lives […]

Your Home and Garden has the ultimate kitchen appliance package to give away, valued at $10,000! Win $10,000 worth of kitchen appliances with NEFF Your Home and Garden has the ultimate kitchen appliance package to give away thanks to NEFF.  The winner can take their pick of NEFF’s superb range of premium appliances – from […]