Mason Reed: The Influencers
It’s hard to believe that it is Christmas time and as always, I realise that the year has once again flown past. I always look forward to Christmas because it is a time when we can spend more time with our friends and family. As a business owner, it is also a good time to […]
Garth Wynne: The Influencers
One of the great challenges facing people in education, be it schools, universities or other tertiary organisations, is the impact and influence of ‘new’ technologies that are really questioning the validity of ‘old’ knowledge. The world is changing more quickly than in previous generations because of the digital revolution, and educators are challenged by the […]
Leeann Watson: The Influencers
At this time of the year, it’s important that we also help those less fortunate. Not-for-profits are a vital thread in the social fabric of our community. However, they are also often the organisations that are the humblest – the ones that fly under the radar, whispering their success stories, when they have every reason […]
Incentives for inner city living: Mark O’Loughlin
About 6,000 people currently live in Christchurch’s inner city; a third less than pre-quake. We have been warned we must speed up central city growth if new enterprises are to survive. The CBD has seen a lot of retail, office and civic developments, but the missing ingredient is people. I believe it’s critically […]
Dr Megan Woods: The Influencers
It was exciting to see in November that drilling is now underway at the Canterbury Arena site as part of early work to fast-track the project. Geotechnical investigations began in mid-November to determine the condition of the land as part of the Investment Case being prepared for the Arena. In total, 81 separate tests will […]
Blending form and function: Sandy Eagle Design
For award-winning kitchen and bathroom designer Sandy Eagle, listening to her clients is the key to the perfect result. Seeking to understand her clients and how they work is integral to creating functional spaces, which she then moulds into the look they want. With more than 20 years of knowledge and experience, a […]
Have a Zero-waste Christmas
Finding that perfect gift and reducing your waste this silly season is easier than you think. Founder and CEO of The Rubbish Whisperer, Helen Townsend shares her favourite environmentally-friendly spoils ideal for under your Christmas tree this year. Waste-reducing household items One of the best gifts you can give friends or family is […]
Setting the Scene
Award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong from Armstrong Interiors shares her ideas for creating exceptional Christmas centrepieces. Love it or loath it, it’s Christmas. Whether you are planning a formal Christmas dinner or a casual barbecue on the deck, it is always special for you and your guests to enjoy something a little different […]
Savouring the Kiwi Summer
Architect Craig South looks forward to the Christmas break and celebrates the Kiwi holiday tradition of sharing good times with friends and family. Whether it’s a staycation at home, a holiday at a camping ground in a tent or campervan, or a motel, bach or crib getaway, most New Zealanders will be […]
Supporting a good cause: Pegasus Bay Vine Run + Win with Metropol
If you fancy a run/walk amongst the picturesque hills, valleys and vineyards of Pegasus Bay followed by live music and a glass of wine all while supporting a worthy cause then you won’t want to miss out on the Pegasus Bay Vine Run. After a successful inaugural event (earlier this year) the second […]
