That cinema feel
Setting up a home theatre isn’t plonking a few comfy chairs in front of a large television or screen. By Lynda Papesch. Having one professionally built is the ultimate, however, with a few essential changes, any spare room may be converted. Minimum requirements include controlling outside light and sound, and using the right […]
Kiwi design & style: Jade Furniture
Dreaming of a New Zealand-made quality sofa that stands the test of time? It is a supreme cachet – having furnishings Kiwi-designed, crafted with local materials by local craftspeople. Buying New Zealand-made means your needs are easily communicated. Jade Furniture is a Christchurch-based family-owned furniture manufacturer. “We have been in business since 1988,” […]
Christchurch’s new must-try restaurant: The Hoi Polloi
Christchurch’s dining scene has a fresh new favourite; warm, welcoming, and full of flavour. Quickly making a name for itself as one of the city’s best places to eat, drink, and connect, vibrant The Hoi Polloi is all about great food without the fuss. The menu celebrates Kiwi flavours with a modern twist, […]
Opening a new door: Dream Doors
Dreams are mostly thought to be ephemeral, disappearing in an instant when we wake. Is it possible for dreams to become reality? One company that incorporates the word “dream” into its name certainly knows how to make them come true. These dreams are brought to life with the help from the local masters […]
Perfectly made to fit
Updating the ancient Greek and Roman proverb “Clothes make the man” to 21st Century fashion shows that indeed we are what we wear. By Lynda Papesch. Having custom clothing made for you is unlike buying any ready to wear item purchased at a store. The individual attention to the craftsmanship results in one-of-a-kind […]
Sounds of tradition: Breaking Plates The Musical
Europe is full of amazing traditions representing both countries and cultures, from dancing the flamenco in Spain to breaking plates in Greece. To experience a taste of the latter, Breaking Plates The Musical is a must-see. After a sell-out first season, and in preparation for its overseas debut, Breaking Plates is back, and […]
Join the endo challenge
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month in New Zealand, with the theme ‘Let’s Talk Endo: Opening Conversations, Inspiring Understanding, Empowering Change’. Chief executive of Endometriosis New Zealand, Tanya Cooke says this year’s awareness theme is all about fostering an informed and supportive community for New Zealanders with endometriosis. That includes ensuring that their voices […]
Who runs the world?
A significant date for women worldwide, International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8 March, is fast approaching. Rally your women friends to celebrate their successes. Here are four not-to-miss IWD events. International Women’s Day Garden Party Sit back and relax with a glass of bubbly, surrounded by like-minded women at the IWD Garden Party, […]
As good as new: Agnew Brothers
Cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, all need regular TLC to keep them looking good, especially when it comes to leather seats, canopies, and trim. All of these are an excellent reason to check out specialists in automotive and marine upholstery and other accessories. That’s where Sydenham-based Agnew Brothers Auto Upholsterers enter the picture. Owners […]
Improving outlook for local SMEs
Nearly a third of New Zealand’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) entered 2025 with growing sales pipelines for the first quarter of the calendar year, according to MYOB. In a nationwide survey of 500+ SME owners and decision-makers, 30% of those polled reported having more work lined up for January to March than […]
