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.

My Net Worth: Carolyn Cooper, managing director, Bupa
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My Net Worth: Carolyn Cooper, managing director, Bupa

Bupa's Carolyn Cooper on her rural upbringing, why nursing is her first love and how she finds work/life balance. 

30 May 2021
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Looking Back – BNZ Part 5: The Winebox company and the bank
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Looking Back – BNZ Part 5: The Winebox company and the bank

In 1986 David Richwhite and Brierley Investments' CEO Paul Collins founded Cook Islands-based European Pacific Investments - which would lead to a $32 million loss for BNZ.

Brian Gaynor 23 May 2021
Gucci to Swanndri  – heritage wear for city slickers
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Gucci to Swanndri – heritage wear for city slickers

The heritage look is on the money for this winter. Fashion writer Sally-Ann Mullin shares her top picks.

Sally-Ann Mullin 23 May 2021
Restaurant review: Ada, Auckland – religious devotion to a good time
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Restaurant review: Ada, Auckland – religious devotion to a good time

Ada is not the place for an intimate dinner date or for quiet contemplation - but the food is heavenly, says Eleanor Black.

Eleanor Black 23 May 2021