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Clarus has appointed Helen Murchison to the role of General Manager, Rockgas. Paul Goodeve, CE Clarus said, “We are delighted Helen has joined our team. She brings experience and passion for leading teams that deliver results and puts people and customers at the heart of what she does.” Helen Murchison said, “I’m excited to join Clarus and lead the Rockgas team. I have spent the last few weeks visiting our Rockgas offices around the country, getting to know the team and I am looking forward to the many opportunities Rockgas has to offer…continue reading →

Ho Ho Ho and a bottle of gas When it comes to a Christmas feast, the traditional oven-roasted turkey or ham might be the go-to options for many, but with the Kiwi summer starting to show promising signs of delivering some nicer weather, why not take your Christmas lunch or dinner outside to the BBQ this year? A twist to your Christmas celebration without the relatives clogging up your lounge. Selecting the right Grill A gas grill is super convenient and takes the preparation and guesswork out of a charcoal option. Many gas…continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →