Lifestyle | Brands of Kin

INTERVIEWS, ADVICE, AND INSIGHTS FROM THE LIFESTYLE SECTOR

HOW THE IRWIN FAMILY KEEPS STEVE IRWIN’S MEMORY ALIVE

Steve Irwin is one of Australia’s most famous personalities, known throughout the world for his brave adventures with animals and his tireless conservation. Today, his wife Terri, daughter Bindi and son Robert continue his legacy.

ADINA WATCHES SHARES THEIR FAMILY HISTORY OF WATCHMAKING

Father and son business Adina Watches handcrafts premium watches in Brisbane. We speak to Bob Menzies about the history of the brand and his love of watchmaking.

HOW A BUBBLE BATH CHANGED THIS COUPLE’S LIFE FOREVER

One of Australia’s most iconic spa brands – iKOU is run by Naomi and Paul Whitfield. And they’re on a mission to encourage Australians to add a touch of blissfulness to their everyday lives.

HOW ESTILO EMPORIO’S EUROPEAN ROOTS SETS IT APART FROM COMPETITORS

Fashion brand and family-business Estilo Emporio’s European roots sets it apart from competitors. We caught up with Kira McDonough – daughter of the brand’s founders – to find out how.

MEET THE FAMILY BUSINESS SAYING NO TO THE SUPERMARKETS

Herbie’s Spices founders Ian and Liz Helmhill discuss how an unwavering dedication to their principles has helped them become the nation’s most-loved spice brand.

HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS CHANGING THE DEFINITION OF FAMILY BUSINESS

Today, information is spread like wild-fire. It doesn’t take long for a hot story to set social media alight. It is the exposed humanity in stories that captivate audiences. So how can you tell yours?

HOW A BEEKEEPING FAMILY BUSINESS LAUNCHED THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN

The Anderson family not only changed the beekeeping industry forever with the invention of the Flow Hive, but launched one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns ever.

HOW THIS FAMILY BUSINESS CHANGED AUSTRALIA’S SURF SCENE

We discover how this family business made Australia’s favourite sport – surfing – accessible to everyone.

ROBERT GORDON POTTERS – A TRUE TESTAMENT TO CRAFTSMANSHIP

For family business Robert Gordon Potters, a commitment to quality and craftsmanship is what helps them stand out in a crowded market.

BEHIND-THE-SCENES OF WELLNESS BY TESS

Wellness by Tess sells its vegan and gluten-free cakes across Australia. Here’s how the two sisters – Tess and Emelie – make it work.