Sort your mortgage with our experts: NZ Mortgages
It has been non-stop for our team over the last few weeks. The Bright-line changes are still having a huge effect on the applications we are doing, with property investment having a real resurgence. It really is the best time to get into investing, as property prices are still reasonably affordable, and as […]
Restoring breast balance: The Fitting Room
Breast Cancer Awareness Month spotlights the lifestyle changes that come with mastectomy surgery and an utterly new feeling when getting dressed. Restoring that feeling of balance in the body and easing the mind with support and knowledge is The Fitting Room. From immediate post-surgery options providing soft comfort and ease, to the six-week […]
Latest trends on show
Building, renovating, or freshening up a home means keeping up with the Joneses, or rather the latest trends. According to New Zealand Registered Master Builders, 2024 building trends highlight a commitment to sustainability, technology, flexibility and personalisation. With standard homes currently said to cost $3500 to $4000 average per square metre, and prestige […]
Explore, be inspired
A home show stands out. It’s not a detached online shopping experience, or an afternoon racing around the city looking at multiple stores in search of one product. It’s more than tangible, it’s the ease of having everything you could dream of for your home and garden under one roof, plus all of […]
Sunny side of the street
It’s time to give this accessory the style kudos it deserves. CURATED BY NINA TUCKER Frames are having fun as of late, there’s no doubt. Skinny sunglass styles, or micro shades, have emerged as the hottest trend, aligning with the office siren aesthetic. Yet, cat eye styles and the elongated Balenciaga-esque frames that […]
Eggs Royale
A classic breakfast, based on the traditional favourite Eggs Benedict, the key ingredient is hot smoked salmon. This recipe (also known as Eggs Halifax) can be served so many ways, depending what greens are in season, for example asparagus is a go-to from September through to December. Try wilted spinach for Eggs Florentine, […]
Coffee date with a side of décor: Station Coffee
What started with a retro coffee trailer, became a destination sip and shop location in Methven. The family-run business brings delicious coffee and gorgeous décor together under one roof, with a special play area for children. Station Coffee, having just celebrated its second birthday, and Farmhouse Design & Décor bring two of the […]
You customise, we deliver: Ruru Furniture
An indicator of both a well-chosen life and self-care is owning furniture you love, tailored to both your taste and your dimensions. By dimensions we don’t just mean the size of the room you are dressing, but your actual size. That seems impossible right? A cursory Google indicates the era of hand-made furniture […]
Dealing with myopia: Anstice Optometrists
Managing myopia in children is important from an early age. In 1983, the typical onset of myopia (short sightedness) was at around 11 years old, however, by 2000 that had dropped to age eight. Lifestyle and family history are the primary cause, with one or more myopic parent influencing the conditon in their […]
Metropol Inspire: Experience as a platform for change
Change occurs thanks to those determined and inspired, and Christchurch teenager Annabell Young, stands as an example of this. Despite living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Annabell took action, overcoming ongoing challenges, to become the Community Award winner at the 2024 Canterbury GirlBoss Awards. The annual awards recognise the achievements of young women who defy […]
