Destination: Top of the South
A slow way of living fuses with untouched and sweeping scenic vistas to produce one of New Zealand’s favourite destinations: the Top of the South. Immerse yourself in the greatest of the outdoors, connect with artisanal producers and artists, dine on delicious local kai moana, explore hidden gems, and make lasting memories. This […]
Icing sugar cookies
Have you and the kids made a pile of the sugar cookies from page 51? The next step is to turn them into edible works of art. Decorating sugar cookies is great for developing young imaginations, sparking creativity and keeping little hands busy. Make your sugar cookie icing A simple sugar icing really […]
Grey blending to turn heads: V for Hair
Grey hair isn’t a trend, it’s a movement, says master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee. “When done right, it’s one of the most elegant, stylish, and empowering looks you can wear.” Widely recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading grey hair blending specialists, Vicki helps women across the country transition gracefully and confidently at V […]
Comfort & character: Empire Glass
Retrofit double glazing preserves character and charm while making your home warmer, drier and quieter. In older homes, charm often comes at the cost of comfort and warmth. Ornate windows, leadlight features, and unique architectural details may look stunning, but they rarely offer much insulation. Fortunately, modern technology has found a way to […]
Houses on the move: Heartland Homes
Building material prices and transport costs are up, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on the dream of your new home or holiday house. Some of the smartest and most experienced brains in the business have been thinking outside the square and working hard to deliver their clients’ ideal build […]
Keeping things fresh: Affordable Concrete and Paving
From driveway repairs to a new patio, the arrival of warmer weather is the time to tackle those concreting jobs. The season brings with it so much that is new and fresh from beautiful blossoms to delightful little animals and gives us the impetus to freshen up the environs of our homes as […]
Opt-out from housing intensification
Christchurch City Council is seeking to opt-out from more medium-density housing intensification. Christchurch City Council will ask the Minister responsible for Resource Management Act (RMA) reform to let it opt out of some upcoming housing intensification rules under its Housing and Business Choice Plan Change (Plan Change 14). At its meeting on 3 […]
Bedrooms bring big gains
A new real estate study has revealed that Kiwis are prepared to pay for extra bedrooms. New data from realestate.co.nz highlights the additional value that extra bedrooms can add to a property’s asking price, showing that the number of bedrooms is one of the clearest indicators of price difference in New Zealand’s property […]
A homely haven: Red Post Cafe – Culverden
When you’re on the road, it’s comforting to know there’s always a reliable spot to pause, refuel and relax. Red Post Café sits just 30 minutes out of Hanmer Springs in the small town of Culverden. Currently shifting into their spring menu, the picturesque café ensures high quality service and food. “We are […]
A better boob move: The Fitting Room
Between 80 to 85% of women wear the wrong size bra. Rosa Power – one half of the Two Raw Sisters duo – found out she was one of them when her body changed during pregnancy and postpartum. “I decided to go to The Fitting Room and holy moly, it was such an […]
