Glowing through the chaos: Navigating COVID & the Cost of Living Crisis with Love & Care.
SkinSpa owner, Kim Frandi. Photo by: Addisen Peacock The Skin Spa is an urban oasis located on Alexandra Street in...
Stories of Place
A series of stories from places that are special to the students.
Flawless: A story of style and strength
Flawless Barbershop & Supplements is a one-stop shop for a fresh fade and energy boost to improve your physical appearance...
YWCA – Where Journeys Begin
In the heart of Kirikiriroa is the home of the Young Women Association Hostel YWCA. Located near Lake Rotoroa, the...
Ethos: It’s in the name
Tucked away in Te Ara Hou Village, at 100 Morrinsville Road Hillcrest, is a cozy cafe where accessibility is a...
In the heart of Raglan with the heart of the people.
Raglan Community House: a place of haven for everyone to come and korero - no reason needed. At the heart...
Casabella Lane – Hamiltons Own Cuba Street?
Hidden in the heart of Kirikiriroa, Casabella Lane stands apart in the CBD with its stunning Mediterranean architecture and beachy...
Dress Rentals by Neish: no tags attached
Dress Rentals by Neish is a simple go-to solution for people looking for the perfect dress to look good and...
Tree Church & Gardens: A legacy in motion
Once a garden built for personal enjoyment, now an iconic, sought after destination wedding location and so much more. The...
Serving coffee and hope: one cafe’s post-COVID revival
Hope isn’t always loud - sometimes, it smells like fresh coffee and sounds like friendly chatter. In 2021, during the...
A store with a few cards up its sleeve…
Have you been looking for a new hobby and some welcoming friendly faces? If you’re rekindling an old passion for...
Recycle Boutique: where sustainability meets style
Fashion trends are forever changing but, second hand shopping is one that’s here to stay. Recycle Boutique counter, Photo: Ruby...
To the rangatahi – don’t forget your roots
In the heart of Ngaaruawaahia, is a special street lined with homesteads rich with whaanau history and a special connection...
More Espresso, Less Depresso
Cafe Kopi serves up coffee and food with a side of light hearted banter and smiles. Dave & Sumin Photo:...
Free FM: Giving a voice to the people
Community Access Media station Free FM is on a mission to provide a diverse range of content to keep up...
Dress for Success: Opening doors for Women’s futures
What if you could live the Cinderella experience? But it was not for a party, it was preparing you for...
Wanting to upskill and become a makeup artist? The GH Academy could be the place for you.
Model getting makeup done at the GH academy Gabrielle Houghton is a well-known makeup artist located in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, and...
Found: a store that cares.
Found Store Entrance Found Store is a unique offering of clothing and homewares that’s located in MADE in Hamilton East,...
Centre for L.O.V.E, a home away from home for Wintec Pacific learners
Wintec Pacific learners hanging out at the centre, shot by Lisette Elisala Pasifika is all about culture, tradition, church, community...
Browsers – A book lover’s paradise
On the busy streets of Hamilton Kirikiriroa, Riverbank Lane is home to one of New Zealand’s favorite bookshops – Browsers....
The history of Char Bagh Garden
Indian Char Bagh Garden A Char Bagh walled garden is a style that was known as the first tropical...
Whanau is at the heart of Kati Street
Nestled between the mini mart and hair salon in a classic slice of kiwi suburbia, beams a bright and quirky...
Growing Community: The Vital Role Kaicycle has in Fostering Abundance
Kaicycle Urban Farm is re-imagining farming practices in Te Whanganui-A-Tara Wellington but their work goes far beyond nutrient-dense kai. Kaicycle...
A Quick Escape Down Centennial Drive
Highschool comes with it's fair share of stress, what students need is a place to escape to in between studies....
Camellia to Cup: Hamilton’s Own Tea Farm
Zealong is New Zealand’s only commercial tea farm, and is continuously growing in size and popularity. Journalism student Sarah Morcom...