Editors note: Festive fun for all

‘Tis the season for all manner of occasions, get-togethers, and frivolity. ‘Tis also the season for over-indulgence, high spirits, and gifting so you’d better watch out, better not cry, better not pout, I’m telling you why, Santa Claus is coming to town. Throughout the Christian world, adults and children alike are counting down […]

Here for the holidays

Christchurch is gearing up for another incredible summer. Between our local entertainment vendors and the natural offerings available, the city is sure to ignite excitement in all ages, with so many creative options to fill family calendars. Stuck for ideas? Check out our school holiday favourites: Walk off their energy Take the children […]

Fast & fab

When your visitors walk through your door early, or completely unannounced, you need to have a few tricks in the kitchen up your sleeve. Putting together a deliciously enchanting plate of food in just a few moments sounds daunting, but it can be easy, and can utilise the fruit and vegetables of the […]

Great dining, daytime into evening: Phat Duck Brew, Bar & Kitchen

Fancy a sit down meal with family and friends, or perhaps a refreshing cold beer after work in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere? At Phat Duck Brew Bar and Kitchen, everyone’s invited. Featuring a restaurant at one end, a vibrant bar at the other, and a cool bean bag area for chilling out, you’ll […]

Boost your lymphatic system: Me Time Wellness

Draining the lymph system is believed to help improve blood flow, circulation, energy, and the immune system, to relieve stress, and speed up surgery recovery. It’s also credited with improving skin elasticity, digestion, weight loss, hormonal imbalances, and reducing cellulite, constipation, bloating, puffiness, and water retention. Lymphatic drainage massage involves bringing fluid stuck […]

Combine comfort with style: ECCO Shoes

Opting for footwear comfort over style, is now a thing of the past with a trendy yet uber-comfortable brand that can take you from the beach to the dance floor. Combining leather or suede uppers with a flexible sole for a seamless slide, ECCO COZMO sandals feature ECCO Shoes’ special FLUIDFORM™ construction. These […]

Make it Mazda

Just when you thought the CX-9 was the ultimate luxury SUV from Mazda, we now have this. Called the CX-90 Takami, it is the new pinnacle of luxury with a Mazda badge. Is it any good though? The $93,490 CX-90 Takami sits atop the Mazda family, not just in terms of their SUVs, […]

Head to Hanmer: Hanmer Springs Attractions

Get ready for action-packed fun at Hanmer Springs Attractions. There’s a great range of exciting and family-friendly activities to suit a range of ages, including jet boating, river rafting, off-road buggy adventures, bungy jumping and paintball, as well as quad biking for those 16 years and over. Hanmer Springs Attractions are the only […]

Special ‘somethings’ for everyone: Coco Gifts

Nothing quite compares to the indulgent wonder of unwrapping an exquisitely hand-wrapped gift, no matter one’s age. O ften, it’s challenging to translate heart-felt sentiment into personalised meaningful gifts for loved ones. “Not anymore,” says Liz Bloomfield, owner of Coco Gifts, an independent one-stop local gift store with a vast range of quality […]

Drink up

Every bit an accessory now as is a handbag or wallet, a drink bottle can be the star of the show. No longer are choices limited to plain colours. Did you know? Daily recommended fluid intake is 6-8 cups for adults, and 4-6 cups for children. Check out these colourful options: