M2 magazine presents
HOW THE BEST ARE SUCCEEDING
30 April 2025, Auckland
6 August 2025, Sydney
M2 Magazine – Feb 2025
A Brute in a Suit
Unmistakably a Range Rover, handsome from every angle, the Sport it embodies the brand’s gravitas. The D250 SE features a 3-liter, six-cylinder turbo diesel delivering 165 kW and 600 Nm of torque with a refined […]
Ill-conceived attempts at Climate Adaptation Threaten to Make a Bad Situation Even Worse.
On the central Pacific island of Kiribati, the national government built a seawall to protect people from storm surges and sea-level rise—but ended up merely redirecting erosion to an area farther down the coastline. In […]
Making The Classic Margarita Just Got A Lot Easier
Another month another new addition to the Batched Premium Cocktails family. This time they’re bottling up the Classic Margarita and making the vibrant, zesty flavours of the iconic Margarita available in an easy shake-and-pour format, […]
Luxury Performance
Elegance, style, sportiness, and performance with a long and glorious heritage. Sponsored by Maserati
Maserati x Fuoriserie x Fujiwara, Meet the MC20 Cielo
I’ve been loving the latest Maseratis. In recent months i’ve driven the Grecale midsize SUV, the imperious GranTurismo, and the stunning MC20 supercar, each one of them beautiful. Now Maserati are fusing design elements from […]
The Sophisticated Supercar SUV
The 2024 Maserati Grecale Trofeo puts you in a different world of luxury, but more importantly, sophistication, elegance and refinement. Luxury is something that you can buy – sophistication is not. Luxury can come at […]
The Maserati GranTurismo Is A Tour De Force
When someone calls and says, “Would you like to drive the new Maserati GT,” there’s only one answer. So without any hesitation, I locked in a date. There are a lot of cars badged ‘GT’, […]
M2 AI Summit
AI And Mining… Actual Mining
Mining veteran Bill Haylock delivered a keynote that delved into the intertwined connection between AI and the mining industry. “AI is science, right? It’s part of the science gig,” Haylock began, drawing parallels between past […]
New & Emerging Industries Created By AI
Jovan Pavlicevic, co-founder of SquareOne and Emerge, began his keynote by drawing a parallel between the current technological revolution and historic innovations. “Give me a lever long enough and a place to stand, and I […]
AI & Cybersecurity – What You Need to Know
Mantel Group’s Adam Durbin and Natalie Rouse tackled the intricate relationship between AI and cybersecurity, blending reality checks with strategic insights. Durbin, the CTO of Mantel Group, kicked off the keynote with a call to […]
Top Shelf
Sponsored by The Macallan.
Unleash the Stag The Dalmore 21 Year-Old 2023 Edition
Founded in 1839 on the windswept banks of the Cromarty Firth in the Scottish Highlands, The Dalmore has been quietly crafting liquid gold for over 180 years but this year’s highlight is the crown jewel […]
The Best Drinks Trolley to Upgrade Your Home Bar
You’ve got the shakers, you’ve got the muddlers, you have the measuring spoons and all that jazz. You’re just about at the peak of your cocktail and hosting game. Except one problem, you’re still shackled […]
This Is Where The Best Whisky Comes From
The Macallan Estate, nestled in the picturesque Highlands of Scotland, has been nurturing its 1.5-mile stretch of the River Spey for nearly 200 years. This river, meandering through the estate, is more than just a […]
Explore the world of the lavish and luxurious. Sponsored by Rolls-Royce.
The Phantom III: The Best Car For Hauling Two Tonnes of Solid Gold
Picture the scene: Sean Connery, a suave tuxedo, and the gleam of a Rolls-Royce Phantom III taking centre stage. It’s been 60 years since Goldfinger hit the cinemas, and while Bond has a whole arsenal […]
Rolls-Royce Enters the Dragon
You probably will have noticed by this stage of the magazine that this is the Year of Dragon. While Swiss watch brands have done a pretty good job of a bit of horological celebration, Rolls-Royce […]
The Rolls-Royce Spectre and the Future of Ultra-Luxury Motoring
While business leaders from a range of sectors gathered to understand how to leverage AI for the future of industry at the M2 AI Summit held at Shed 10, Auckland, on May 23, Rolls-Royce Motor […]
VIP
Exclusive, Luxurious, and Just For You. Sponsored by Champagne Bollinger.
Top of the Line Watches for The Year of the Dragon
As we celebrate the year of the Dragon, horologists around the world are putting their master craftsmen to work making the most intricate dragon themed timepieces they can muster. Being born in the year of […]
Buy The First Bob Ross
Bob Ross, the friend of stoners, 80s housewives, and people just looking to destress and make some nice little paintings, has sky rocketed in popularity in recent years. As people look for ways to unwind […]
Electric Revolution
Channelling offshore tax deductions into a conventional jet-fueled private corporate plane is so first quarter 2021. What you need is an environmentally friendly way to get around. Well, have we got just the ticket for […]
Driving Pleasure
BMW i4: A New Platform for A New Future
There’s been a lot of anticipation for BMW’s new all-electric Gran Coupe, the i4, but it’s now here and available at Auckland City BMW and East Auckland BMW. This new addition to BMW’s lineup is […]
BMW i4: A New Platform for A New Future
There’s been a lot of anticipation for BMW’s new all-electric Gran Coupe, the i4, but it’s now here and available at Auckland City BMW and East Auckland BMW. This new addition to BMW’s lineup is […]
Unleashing the New BMW X7
The BMW X7 has arrived at Auckland City BMW and East Auckland BMW, and it is the latest and most imposing addition to BMW’s lineup. But it’s not just big on being big, it’s also […]
Innovation
Inspiring Kiwi Companies. Sponsored by Booster
Lachlan Nixon: Betting on the Future
Despite what some global political figures might suggest right now, the urgency of climate change has never been more acute. While there has traditionally been inertia when it comes to capital support for those working […]
Pie Funds: Innovating Funds Management Down Under
Founded in 2007, Pie Funds has emerged as a pioneering investment management firm in New Zealand, setting itself apart through its unique approach to funds management and commitment to client success. Pie’s headquarters can be […]
This NZ Company Is Programming Plants With Light
It’s incredible how far humanity has come with plant life in our race to create crops that can keep up with our ever-increasing demands. This started with cross-pollination and breeding plants that were more suitable […]
Entertainment
Sponsored by Pioneer DJ.
3 Games To Grab This Winter
Street Fighter 6 PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X and Series S, PC Coasting off SF5 released in 2016, we now have a new numbered entry in the series. The roster has new and returning characters […]
Tiki Taane: Connection & Mahi
When one files through the Spotify playlist of artists that have helped create the artistic landscape of Aotearoa, certain names pop out, for sure. Dave Dobbyn, Split Enz and Six60. Kimbra, Marlon Williams and Lorde. […]
Music That Keeps Us So Alive
The soft swell of a sweet, sweet bass, the building clunk of that sick drop and a mix of emotive lyrics is what many music listeners worldwide absolutely live for. It fuels the cockles, lights […]
The Collection
A Collection of the Best. Sponsored by Yalumba.
Discovering The Heart of Wine Utopia
If you ever find yourself in Adelaide, consider taking the 56km drive northeast of the city to visit Barossa Valley. Nestled here you will find a veritable utopia of 13,000 hectares of vineyards occupying what […]
Three Most Underrated Tourist Gems In The World
It’s been two years since I’ve seriously considered traveling to anything further from my house than the local supermarket, let alone flying to another country. But as the world collectively decides that it’s bored of […]
So Aston Martin Makes Penthouses Now
The name Aston Martin is definitely embroidered on the world. The coolness of their designs, fluid lines, luxe finishes and style – how each model oozes sophistication with that connection to power. Aston Martin has […]
Get Savvy
Unlock your financial potential. Sponsored by Booster Savvy.
Strategy and Good Habits Trump Knowledge
We are starting to see people getting back into positive routines, supported with good habits. This alone will deliver a massive shift in a person’s mental state, but is also foundational in you achieving next […]
Time to Refinance? How to Secure the Best Mortgage Rate in 2025
The past few years have been a rollercoaster for borrowers in New Zealand and that’s being polite. Rising interest rates, inflation, and tougher lending conditions have made home loans more expensive and investment strategies more […]
3 Ways to Find the Opportunities in an Economic Downturn
My favourite quote of all time is by Winston Churchill: “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” This quote is particularly pertinent because we are experiencing […]
Learn without limits. Sponsored by ACG.
Journey to Space
Aum Mehta, a recent graduate from ACG Parnell College, has set his sights on reaching for the stars. With a passion for aerospace and space, Aum has embarked on a double degree at the University […]
Future of Flight is Hydrogen?
I stay credulous when it comes to bold claims made by brand new startups. They’re there to drum up funding, and the best way to do that is to find themselves in headlines like this […]
ACG Schools: A Cut above… Again.
ACG Schools have once again achieved student outcomes that place them amongst the world’s best. ACG Schools, New Zealand’s largest independent school group has long been the gold standard for academic achievement – but their […]
The best the world can offer. Sponsored by Waitiri Creek Wines.
The Science, Tradition and Art of Winemaking
Creating an award winning product that goes out to the world is hard enough when you can control all of the elements, but winemaking is a world full of variables. Waitiri Creek Winemaker, Pip Battley […]
Waitiri Creek: The Triumph of Man Vs Machine
Winemaking has been around for a very long time, as evidence has been discovered that it was being made in the Middle East about 8,000 years ago. That makes it one of the oldest skills […]
Camper road trip – Have time, will travel
I’ve got nothing booked this weekend and it’s been a long time since I’ve been to the South Island of New Zealand. Nothing like a spot of last minute travel! I’ve always fancied a motorhome […]
M2 magazine presents
HOW THE BEST ARE USING AI TO SUCCEED
30 April 2025, Auckland
6 August 2025, Sydney