What’s new this month?

Pesky mozzies are the bane of outdoor entertaining but now you can banish those biters in style with the new Waxworks citronella Tribal Traditions range.

Monochromatic tones are a reviving trend in contemporary outdoor living spaces offering a versatile look for blending with bolder colour schemes. The tribal designs boast exotic, intricate patterns in black, white and earth colour combinations.

Also available in Terracotta bowls and drums, the tribal designs suit a variety of outdoor settings and landscaping themes.

For those who prefer the industrial look of metallic, copper or marble finishes, the new Waxworks Modern Nostalgia range will add a touch of timeless style to any outdoor area.

Waxworks candles are made from superior quality, pure essential citronella oil and deliver up to 20 hours burn time.

Priced from $7.00 and available at Bunnings Warehouse.

❏❏❏ The Collective and star chef Josh Emett have partnered up to create a stunning new gourmet probiotic yoghurt, with proceeds going to Melanoma New Zealand.

Josh has created a delicately flavoured Raspberry & Rose Petal yoghurt, delivering just the right balance of tart and sweet with a hint of floral flavour. Real raspberries, rose petal pieces and a dash of orange are combined with The Collective’s thick and creamy yoghurt.

Josh created this flavour as part of The Collective’s successful ‘Chefs for Good’ series – a collaboration with iconic Kiwi chefs to raise money for New Zealand charities. Josh has chosen to donate proceeds from the sale of his yoghurt to Melanoma New Zealand, of which he is an ambassador.

“I lost my Dad to melanoma in 2011, so this cause is close to my heart. Melanoma is almost always curable when it’s caught early, so I’m very passionate about ensuring Kiwis remember to get themselves checked, and know how to spot the signs,” says Josh.

The Collective’s Raspberry & Rose Petal is available at all leading supermarkets - RRP $5.79. www.thecollective.kiwi

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AA Traveller and the Department of Conservation have released a first-of-its-kind joint walking guide packed full of information on Short Walks, Day Hikes and Great Walks from the top to bottom of New Zealand.

While some Kiwi favourites are covered, Walking in New Zealand - from 30 minutes to multi-day also highlights beautiful less-frequented walks.

Safety is a key component of the guide, with details such as terrain, fitness level required and best times to walk covered. The guide features maps, track overviews, local tips and highlights, and information on places to stay.

Walking in New Zealand is available free at AA Centres, DOC Visitor Centres, i-SITEs, airports and many accommodation, attraction and tour operators. An electronic version is also available at aatraveller.co.nz.