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The grumpy merino
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The Grumpy Merino

Words — Nick Ainge Roy

In many ways, the Reeds are typical high-country farmers on a typical high-country farm. On their land, which ranges from irrigated flats and rolling hills to rugged mountain faces, they run an old-school combination of sheep and beef: hardy merinos and sturdy, black-coated Angus cattle.
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Grey Lynn

Grey Lynn is described by the NZ Herald as Aotearoa’s “most fascinating suburb” and by The Washington Post as “the most rewarding of Auckland’s neighbourhoods to traverse on foot”. Verve – now also of Grey Lynn – pays tribute to the legendary suburb with the help of some locals that know it best.
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Fade To Floral

This Easter we’re in the mood for something old, something new, something crafty, something we grew… Compelled by the natural bounty of the garden and the nostalgic return of timeworn floral prints, these freshly picked ideas are sure to inspire your holiday celebration.
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Outdoor Living in Saint-Tropez

Nature is at the heart of this exceptional property where indoor and outdoor spaces are perfectly interconnected.
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Mountain Retreat

A bold, sculptural holiday home on the slopes of the Steenberg Mountains in Cape Town is designed to frame a transformative experience of place.
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