Marc Ellis
Marc Ellis is a former rugby and league star known for his candid commentary on New Zealand's social climate, reflecting on the country's changing dynamics and loss of spirit.
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Ellis and his partner transformed a basement space into a new wellness centre.
Society Insider Awards 2025: Beauden Barrett, Marc Ellis, Aaron Smith, Anna Mowbray, Ali Williams and more of the year’s biggest newsmakers
New Zealand· 2025-12-24
Among the donors who gave $5000 to Brown were former All Black and Waiheke resident Marc Ellis.
Wayne Brown backed by billionaires and developers in $611k campaign haulNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
Former All Black Marc Ellis and partner Mibella Villafana open wellness studio Cora.
6 Pink Beauty Products To Buy To Support Breast Cancer Awareness MonthNew Zealand· 2025-10-12
Former All Black Marc Ellis and partner Mibella Villafana open wellness studio Cora and more beauty news.
8 New Beauty Books To Add To Your Summer 2025/26 Reading ListNew Zealand· 2025-10-09
Former All Black Marc Ellis and partner Mibella Villafana open wellness studio Cora.
New Openings: 10 New Beauty & Wellness Studios & Spas To Visit In OctoberNew Zealand· 2025-10-03
Former All Black Marc Ellis is opening a wellness studio called Cora.
Sunscreens Are Being Pulled From Shelves. But Which Ones Are Safe? Dermatologists Share Their PicksNew Zealand· 2025-10-03
Former rugby legend Marc Ellis and partner Mibella Villafana are preparing to open doors to Cora, a reformer Pilates and wellness studio geared towards women and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Beauty Insider: New Pilates Studio Cora To Open Saturday; Doja Cat Is M.A.C’s New Face & MoreNew Zealand· 2025-09-11
Marc Ellis is involved in the wellness market and has opened a new wellness studio called Cora Club.
Society Insider: Marc Ellis to open wellness studio; Trelise Cooper’s $10m apartment off the market; Andy Higgs new executive director roleNew Zealand· 2025-07-23
Marc Ellis is a former SportsCafe regular who suggested Leigh Hart for a fake guest appearance.
Leigh Hart on his new show, career longevity and when he crossed the line – Ask Me Anything with Paula BennettNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
The former rugby and league star has a rare ability to connect with the mainstream.
Chris Rattue’s most memorable interviews: From Jack Nicklaus and Carl Lewis to Mea MotuNew Zealand· 2025-03-18
