The Life

The Life is a BusinessDesk section for people with an appetite for living well, who like to celebrate the good things in life – whether that’s investing in your health and wellness or a weekend at a lodge.

2025 BMW M5 gets plug-in hybrid power, bound for NZ
The Life

2025 BMW M5 gets plug-in hybrid power, bound for NZ

For the first time, the BMW M5 features an electrified powertrain.

Jet Sanchez 30 Jun 2024
My Net Worth: Nick Becker, Auckland FC CEO
The Life

My Net Worth: Nick Becker, Auckland FC CEO

This football leader's credo is: Don’t let your default be "no".

Gregor Thompson 30 Jun 2024
A short break in Europe? Try this Amsterdam-to-Paris drive
Travel

A short break in Europe? Try this Amsterdam-to-Paris drive

Hiring a car lets you travel at your own pace and visit off-the-beaten-track gems.

NZ's new cars are getting dirtier, says EV industry body
Policy

NZ's new cars are getting dirtier, says EV industry body

Tesla criticises the govt for 'hand-picked' consultation over clean car standard.

Greg Hurrell 27 Jun 2024