Next stop: North Canterbury
Small towns, beachside villages, and as many breaths of fresh air as one could want. North Canterbury is a haven escape from the city, yet close enough to still feel like home. The cafés and retail shops nestled amongst the gorgeous greenery are the cherry on top of a day spent exploring our […]
All ours now
The award-winning Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River Precinct is now under the exclusive stewardship of Christchurch City Council, with the transfer of its final feature – the North Frame pedestrian bridge – from the Crown to the city’s ownership. Stretching alongside the Avon River from Christchurch Hospital to Fitzgerald Avenue, the Avon River Precinct […]
Sink in, and swing
Often, what keeps us from spending long amounts of time outside is comfort. Most of us would prefer to be curled up on a couch instead of a hard deck chair. With a hanging egg chair, you can relax in comfort outside, while enjoying fresh air and a garden view. The allure of […]
Changing business laws
Last year’s change in government has resulted in several law changes affecting employers and employees, with more to come. Leading the changes last year was the decision to increase usage of 90-day trial periods. From 23 December 2023, all employers in New Zealand, no matter their size, can now use 90-day trial periods. […]
Hats galore
This really is the hat issue! From the couture headpiece cover to casual summer hats, these lids have a multitude of purposes. To make the most of the hat’s practical function, seek out your signature summer hat, to keep your face shielded from the sun and avoid a burnt scalp, that will inevitably […]
Proactive marketing: Metros Marketing
After putting your feet up and relaxing during the festive break, now is the time to plan your marketing for the year ahead. Planning your marketing serves as a guiding compass for your business. By aligning your marketing efforts with your business goals, you can give your business much needed clarity for the […]
Masterful home maintenance solutions: Clyne & Bennie
As a home or business owner, you may have experienced a building maintenance issue or emergency at some point that gave you a considerable amount of stress. Not knowing where to turn to or what is necessary can be overwhelming and frustrating whilst the maintenance predicament escalates by the minute. Whether it’s electrical, […]
Smart watches in healthcare
A recent study, led by Auckland University Business School researcher Ruhi Bajaj, delves into the transformative potential of smartwatches in healthcare. The exploration is not without its challenges. Concerns over interpreting smart watch data, and the resulting increase in workload, are key obstacles to seamless integration of this technology into healthcare. Ruhi’s study […]
Recycle pet food packaging: Royal Canin
Fighting the war on waste, the Petstock Group has joined forces with Royal Canin and TerraCycle, launching a recycling programme across New Zealand, for all brands of pet food packaging. Nearly two-thirds of Kiwi households own a dog or cat, meaning a significant stream of pet food materials contributing to New Zealand’s waste […]
Porch plants
Spruce up a bland pergola or porch with these eye-catching plants, which are made to hang. Wisteria Wisteria will add enchantment to your outdoor space. Choose a position in full sun and protected from strong winds. They are vigorous climbers, and the added support of the pergola to twist around is vital. UPKEEP: […]
