More than 50 years ago, at Ellerslie Racecourse, David Coon placed a bet on a horse called King Amber because he believed that it had in some way spoken to him. The horse came in, not only winning for David what was then “a good week’s wage” but altering the course of his life forever.
It’s a secret that lifestyle brand PR professional Amanda McConchie of The Business of Influence is happy to share.
“I’m in the business of moving people,” says Richard Adams, before adding, after a brief pause, “emotionally, you know.”
South African-born Kiwi cricketer Michael Rippon has had a cosmopolitan career having so far plied his trade in England, the Netherlands and now New Zealand. Verve caught up with him for a Father’s Day-dedicated chat as he took a break from the Black Caps’ tour of Scotland.
In celebration of Mother’s Day, Verve sits down with some cool Auckland mums who share some favourite memories and thoughtful parenting tips.








