3 year plan for ponds
An activated sludge reactor will replace the fire-damaged trickling filters at the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant to fix long-standing odour issues impacting local residents. Christchurch City Council and its insurer have settled an $85 million insurance claim following the fire in 2021, which destroyed two trickling filters at the plant in Bromley. The […]
Greater wellbeing through quality sleep: Dreamwool Beds
Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health, while not getting enough quality sleep regularly raises the risk of health disorders ranging from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia. Sleep time is undervalued,” says Simon Challies, Director of BrainTree Wellness Centre (pictured above left). “It can make as much difference […]
Cruisy economy
Figures from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) on the economic and social impact of cruise tourism shows the 2023/2024 season generated $5.3 million for the local economy. Total cruise tourist expenditure was between $23 and $35 million. The NZIER report for ChristchurchNZ revealed a positive view of cruise tourism, with […]
Talk to us now: NZ Mortgages
The market is certainly buzzing with activity. With the OCR dropping to 4.75%, interest rates are finally heading in the right direction at a great pace. Another OCR announcement at the end of November has the potential to see the rate go to 4.5% for the start of 2025. Our crystal ball hopefully […]
An eco-friendly dragon kingdom: Turtle Creations
Martin and Petra Novak have transformed their love for dragons into a thriving business, crafting exquisite, eco-friendly dragon toys in New Zealand since 2022. Their creations—ranging from large, fearsome creatures to cherry blossom-adorned cuties—captivate the imaginations of both children and adults. “When we attend conventions, it’s amazing to see the excitement on children’s […]
ChristchurchNZ Economic Analyst Sophie Jones: A summer outlook
In my role as Economic Analyst at ChristchurchNZ, I focus on the wellbeing of our economy. But it’s important to remember that economies are about people. Recent insights from Statistics New Zealand’s Wellbeing Survey reveal reasons to feel good. Canterbury boasts higher overall wellbeing levels compared with the national average. In 2023, 53% […]
Perfect paintings at Bi-annual art show: Windsor Gallery
This must-attend exhibition on 9 and 10 November is filled with hundreds of striking artworks from over 40 local and international artists. It is a splendid chance to bolster up your collection and fill your house or office space with dynamic pieces of art. Sean Fietje’s paintings are exquisite in their intricacy and […]
A Canterbury wonderland: The Rusty Acre
Hidden away, just north of Christchurch, is a delightful, one of a kind sculpture garden like no other. Charming visitors since 2018, the garden’s owner Andrea Wadsworth loves seeing the look of wonder that spreads across visitors’ faces when they first view The Rusty Acre. “They arrive and pop in through the hole […]
Near and far
A day out, a long weekend, or an extended break away, Cantabrians are spoilt for choice when choosing a travel destination, and finalising where to go. Close to home in Christchurch, many suburbs and satellite towns offer a host of activities, regular occasions and events, in addition to plenty of exciting places to […]
Celebrating 20 years in business: The Connect Group
The year is 2004. Facebook has just emerged, changing the way people connect online. Motorola’s Razr flip phone is the must-have accessory, defining sleek and cutting-edge mobile technology. Helen Clark is serving her second term as New Zealand’s prime minister, guiding the country through a period of economic growth and social reform. Meanwhile, […]
