Celebrating 15 years: Total Food Equipment
Sandra McLay knows all about the difference good quality kitchenware can make in a home, building a store–or legacy–that embodies this. This year, she’s raising her glass to 15 years in business. “I can’t believe how fast the 15 years have gone, and the amount of things we have had to go through […]
Bring back butterflies
New Zealand butterfly enthusiasts are concerned some varieties may be headed for extinction. In Britain, the charity Butterfly Conservation called on its government to declare a “Nature Emergency” because of the decline of butterflies in that country, and some in New Zealand fear we may be headed down the same path. The British […]
Sample Rolleston’s best: Drafters
Is there anything better than sitting down with a cold pint and sharing some tasty food on a gorgeous day? If you’re on the lookout for a perfect new watering hole, Drafters Bar and Restaurant, one of Rolleston’s hidden gems, could be what you want. “We love our locals. And they love it […]
EBI Business Improvement Specialists: Why ignoring older workers is destroying your company’s future
Ageism is an unspoken bias that’s killing workplace potential. Let’s be honest, consciously or unconsciously, many companies lean toward hiring younger talent, thinking youth equals innovation and experience equals stagnation. That kind of thinking really is past its use-by. Ignoring older workers means you’re not just missing out, you could be sabotaging your […]
Duck in: MickeyRaes
Known as a destination of adventure, relaxation and indulgence, Hanmer Springs is completed by a local shop hidden in the Boulder Point Retail Precinct. Opposite the ‘Duck Pond’, MickeyRaes is a hub of creativity and retail therapy. Stocking unique, oddball, and quirky items, from last minute wedding extras to greeting cards, souvenirs, giftware, […]
Changing of the guard: Proudfoot Plastering
Making the call to become your own boss, to own your own company and transition from employee to employer can be scary, yet exciting at the same time. That’s how Jason and Susan Roberts have been feeling since they recently took over the ownership of Proudfoot Plastering as Greg and Michelle Proudfoot took […]
Savour something special: Cafe Elia
Your morning coffee or food fuel is more than just a side quest to your day. It’s an experience of kind smiles in a calming space, complemented by sublime flavours. Find that feeling within Café Elia, conveniently located in the Harcourts building on Ilam Road, tucked close to Fendalton Village. Warm greetings and […]
It’s playtime: Canterbury Playcentre Shop
Warmer weather is on the horizon and playtime naturally shifts outside. Children learn through hands-on experiences and emulating the environment around them – role playing with cooking is one such popular activity. The Canterbury Playcentre Shop offers a wide variety of equipment designed for early childhood, which encourages exploration, imagination and experimentation. Their […]
Uniquely yours: Sophie Divett Jewellery
Every piece of jewellery tells a story. A memory, a moment – there is so much meaning captured within. For Sophie Divett’s jewellery studio, the stories are endless. Since 2012, Sophie’s creativity has taken her from a small workspace to a beautiful gallery on Colombo Street, where customers can explore a curated collection […]
Construction costs show minor uptick
Tax changes, high levels of existing stock on the market, and credit-constrained buyers have compounded the building industry slowdown, holding construction cost growth low for more than 18 months. CoreLogic’s latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) recorded a 1.1% rise in the September quarter, reversing the fall recorded in Q2. It marks the […]
