Extending your kiwi summer with an outdoor fireplace

Extending your kiwi summer with an outdoor fireplace

In New Zealand’s temperate climate, when summer hits we all like to spend as much time as we can lounging outside. But as the sun sets, sometimes it can get a tad chilly. An outdoor fireplace can extend your time outdoors and there's something magical about gathering around a warm and flickering flame while watching the night sky. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a modest patio or balcony, the addition of an outdoor fireplace can extend your ability to create that indoor/outdoor flow. The benefits of a gas outdoor fireplace are:…continue reading →
Top tips to officially kick off of BBQ season!

Top tips to officially kick off of BBQ season!

With summer around the corner, the days grow longer and it's time to dust off the BBQ and ensure you are ready for a sizzling El Nino summer. However, to ensure your BBQ gatherings are a hit this season, it's crucial to prepare your BBQ properly. Here are some essential tips to get you ready to feed your guests and entertain outside. 1. The Big Deep Clean Has your BBQ been languishing neglected outside during a rather soggy winter? Who knows what lurks beneath that cover? So before you fire up for the…continue reading →
Building a sustainable future in Wanaka with LPG

Building a sustainable future in Wanaka with LPG

In one of the most naturally beautiful parts of Aotearoa, LPG is fuelling a family legacy, a booming resort town and a sustainable future. Over the years Rockgas Wanaka franchisee and McIvor Plumbing Wanaka owner operator Stu McIvor Stu has seen a lot of change within the LPG industry. But reckons the biggest and best is yet to come. “There’s pretty much universal agreement that LPG and bioLPG will be an important part of New Zealand’s transition to a sustainable, carbon neutral future,” says Stu. He goes on to explain that “LPG emits…continue reading →
Rugby World Cup kick off

Rugby World Cup kick off

Oh là là – the Rugby World Cup is almost here! This weekend’s opening match sees the mighty ABs take on old foes, France, in Paris. Kick off your two-month footy feast with a France V New Zealand opening party – complete with a delicious French menu, fired up on your gas hob or BBQ. Now, it’s true that French cuisine involves some of the trickiest technical tests a chef can face. But fear not. The match isn’t happening at an hors d'oeuvre friendly hour and there’s no need for sautéing or flambéing. Instead,…continue reading →
The future of gas is changing, and we’re right behind it

The future of gas is changing, and we’re right behind it

Rockgas is part of Clarus (formally Firstgas Group), who are the energy experts. As a leader in New Zealand’s energy sector, Clarus has the future of gas in our sights while at the same time making sure our customers are delivered natural gas and LPG safely and reliably, right now.  We’re also using our collective knowledge and experience to advocate for industry and lead conversations about its future – New Zealand’s energy future. We’re leading change by actively researching, innovating and investing our way to 2050’s net zero carbon goals by exploring the…continue reading →
Soup’s up!

Soup’s up!

There really are only two types of people. People who love soup, and people who will love soup  — once they realise it’s their ticket to inexpensive, crowd-pleasing meals that are healthy, hearty and very tasty. The secret to great soup is building flavour. Once you know the tips and tricks the professionals use, you’ll be able to ladle up mouth-watering bowls of goodness that will have friends and whānau coming back for seconds and singing your praises. Caramelisation is easier than you think The first technique is caramelisation. This tasty sounding process…continue reading →