A happy city: Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct Chair Peter Townsend
It is reassuring to see Christchurch City recently identified as the happiest city in New Zealand, by the London-based Institute for Quality of Life. The index used in making the assessment focuses on cities that prioritise happiness and wellbeing.While I struggle a little with a city being “happy”, I can certainly relate to […]
Paint and snack in North Canterbury
Paint and sip is becoming a popular activity choice in spurs of boredom. Yet, finding something beautiful that inspires creative expression when you need it often becomes the obstacle. Such awe-inspiring views can be found in scenic North Canterbury. However, this destination area requires a small distance to travel, so we introduce a […]
Holistic health and beauty: Me Time Wellness
Winter often sees fitness classes swapped for fireside sessions, and while cosying indoors feels great, unfortunately, lack of exercise can make us more susceptible to pain. Up to 80% of pain is caused by trigger points activated by factors such as emotional, or exogenous/endogenous related issues. Me Time Wellness offers a treatment that […]
Love that long lunch: Fiddlesticks
Often in life, it’s the simple things that make for unforgettable moments — such as feasting around a table surrounded by friends, with no thoughts about clock-watching or time limits. To reminisce and yarn with best mates until your tongue gets tired from talking is a rare gift. Fiddlesticks recognise that platinum friendships […]
Vetting your pet’s vet
A good vet is crucial to ensure your pet’s wellbeing. Choosing a trusted clinic and veterinarian is important to ensure your pet sees a good outcome while putting you at ease that they are in good hands. Communication and caring values are priorities so that current and potential issues are evaluated and explained […]
Get down and dirty
Winter is a great time to have a clean-out in the garden. Wait for a crisp fine weekend, sort a green waste bin, rug up warm and head outside. By now, most of the deciduous trees will have shed their leaves, so rake them up and add to your composting, or bin. Bare […]
A guide to mixing gold and silver jewellery
Labelled a ‘defining trend’ of 2024, blending silver and gold metals in the same look is everywhere at fashion weeks lately, and those embracing it haven’t done so lightly. Huge gold bangles stacked on silver ones, multiple rings of both metals worn on one hand, and chains layered upon chains — the aesthetic […]
Shutter style for your home: Canterbury Window Coverings
There’s more to shutters than meets the eye. They’re the only statement piece with the ability to increase the energy efficiency and comfort of your house, while elegantly improving your privacy. They can enhance even the top high-performance and passive house. Interior and exterior shutters are an elegant solution to make your home […]
Do you grind your teeth?
People suffering from stress or anxiety may also be grinding their teeth and clenching their jaws, unwittingly causing jaw pain. Some people don’t even realise they’re doing it, especially during their sleep. Unconscious, stress-induced teeth grinding is called bruxism, and it is relatively common. One oral surgeon in America recently estimated that it […]
New season style: Haar Design
Experimenting with hairstyles and cuts is all the rage right now. Precision and passion merge in the Haar Design salon, and those attributes are especially helpful when hunting for a new season hairstyle. Expertise is key, and having a stylist you trust makes all the difference in finding the correct cut and colour, […]
