Your paradise patio: Kolorful Kanvas
Spring is only weeks away and the thought of longer daylight hours and accessing our outdoor spaces once again is a delightful prospect. Gazing out the window, tidied garden beds and clipped hedges make for a pleasing view; however, the one jarring note is the patio furniture. The deck chairs are sagging, faded […]
More than just a meeting place: Hornby Club
A venue for every occasion is sometimes hard to find, yet one Christchurch club stands out among the others. Catering for four to 400, and in good proximity to the city and the airport, makes the Hornby Club a popular choice for meetings, celebratory events, and also conferences. General manager Tim Mathews says […]
Putting the spotlight on social burnout
There is constant pressure to be busy. Sometimes keeping up with every social event, scheduling consistent time with friends and family, answering each message, and being the ultimate parent or grandparent leads to exhaustion. Call it social burnout, social fatigue, introvert burnout or introvert hangover. According to an international study, social and extroverted […]
Styling by size
For those genetically blessed humans, garments are made and fit beautifully. Then, there are those of us who must trip to the tailor with each new piece we buy, or track down a store that caters to added fabric on pants and sleeves. Proportions are a critical aspect of shopping and styling. It […]
On vacation every day: Lockwood Homes
Owning a Kiwi bach is an ongoing dream for many, although thousands have already taken the plunge, spending weekends relaxing in their own, or a hired, home away from home. Concurrent with recent changes in building regulations and a deeper focus on sustainability, have come several noticeable, quite substantial shifts in buyer wishlists. […]
Rug up in style: Carpet Binders
Wool comes into its own in winter, so if you are looking to heat things up a bit, check out this Christchurch outlet store that only sells 100% wool carpet area rugs. The Rugs For All Outlet Store, from Carpet Binders, can be found at Unit 8, 37 Washbournes Road, Sockburn, Christchurch. Michelle […]
Revenue leakage costly
Fleet operators are losing thousands in revenue due to unauthorised discounts, according to data science firm FOYI. According to the company’s analysis, fleet organisations routinely fail to account for all costs when invoicing and provide excessive discounts, leading to significant revenue leakage. “Revenue leakage from poor pricing is rampant for fleet operators but […]
Nice & spicy
Whether you are in love with, or terrified of them, jalapeños are one of the most popular chilli peppers in the world. Experiment with the spicy fruit (yes, peppers are fruit), other than the traditional Mexican favourites, with Metropol’s jalapeños three ways…
Construction cash flow headaches: White Fox & Jones
Is your construction business using the Payment Claim regime to your advantage? Disputes over invoicing disrupt business cashflow and have the potential to derail building projects. The Construction Contracts Act 2002 Payment Claim regime is designed to streamline payments and reduce disputes by use of a “pay now, argue later” system. In essence, […]
Going native
Attracting native birds into your garden may be as easy as planting a few specific tree species, adding a bird bath, and providing the right food. Tui, fantails, kererū, and even kingfishers will visit regularly if garden conditions are right. Many native bird species face extinction, or are already extinct. As urban jungles […]
