Rewarding building excellence

A University of Canterbury civil engineering student Yu Li (pictured far right) won the “Next Gen Supreme Award” at the 2024 New Zealand Building People Awards. More than 600 construction industry professionals gathered to celebrate the excellence of the people behind a variety of projects nationwide, and congratulate award recipients. Yu Li received […]

Allergy-friendly flowers

Pollens fill the air at this time of year, exacerbating hay fever, sinus conditions, and breathing problems such as asthma, amongst others. Spring and summer are prime seasons for flowers so there’s more pollen in the air than usual. Despite that, it’s possible to enjoy a colourful garden without sneezing, itchy eyes, and […]

Petiquette in the workplace

If your office has an open-pet policy, it’s best to abide by any rules set up by your team. Keep up with office-dog-friendly habits, or use the below as a guide. DO • Check with your office first, determine if it is appropriate, and what day(s) work best. Always consider any potential allergies […]

Dogs on duty

Not just in police stations, canines are becoming more common in workplaces across New Zealand. It’s true, dog-friendly offices are growing in popularity. Workplace habits have evolved, as offices have welcomed things such as morning or afternoon walks, standard practice for many during the pandemic. We can’t expect dogs to send emails or […]

Super salad

Fresh seasonal salad days are here, coinciding with cheese month. To celebrate both, this page, and page 56, have two cheesy salad recipes from Canterbury’s own cookbook queens, Margo Flanagan and Rosa Powers. Enjoy. HERBY QUINOA AND HALLOUMI SALAD Feeds: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup quinoa 1 1/2 cups water […]

Trouble sleeping? Connect Chiropractic

When we get into bed, the most common reasons people find it difficult to nod off is that they’re either still wired, or they’re uncomfortable. The first reason mentioned is more to do with an overactive sympathetic nervous system, of which we’ve covered in a previous article, so in this piece we are […]

Gaining more from a workout

Exercise has long been celebrated as a natural remedy for a host of health issues, and recent research underscores its particularly profound benefits for women. The latest findings published in the Journals of the American College of Cardiology reveal that women experience more significant health improvements from exercise than men, highlighting the critical […]

Bringing you advanced aesthetics: Transform Clinic

The landscape of appearance medicine is constantly evolving. For over 30 years, Merivale’s Transform Clinic has been blending experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional results. Founded by Dr Ian Little, the clinic has become a trusted destination for those seeking advanced aesthetic treatments. Today, under Katie McIndoe’s (pictured) expert guidance, the clinic […]

Awash with wellbeing: Dear Heart

Eco-conscious choices are at the forefront of beauty, and one Dunedin company is crafting the highest quality vegan-friendly beauty products. Karen Haig, founder of Dear Heart Vegan Beauty, began making soap as a side hustle to her corporate role while living in Australia. A move home, a desire to create, coupled with noticing […]

NZ Cup Week is back: Riccarton Park and Addington Raceway

Our beautiful garden city comes alive during Cup Week. Fill the calendar and feel the excitement. Riccarton Park A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld […]