Forecasters say we are in for a dry hot summer: Readylawn
Lovely for holidays, but there will be major implications for our lawns. Fortunately, we can call on the help of local lawn guru Roger Morgan. Roger is owner of Readylawn, a third-generation family business here in Christchurch. What Roger and brother Craig, and Roger’s sons Alex and Josh don’t know about turf, really […]
Moving forward: RICOH NZ
Work is about what you do, and not where you do it, as the last few years have shown. Changes to workstyles and workplaces have been accelerated by external factors and the requirements for businesses to support their employees have changed with them. We take time to understand your business, your people and […]
Protect your hearing: Bellbird Hearing
Christchurch has a packed calendar throughout summer, with Cup and Show Week, plus plenty of outdoor events. While we wear sunscreen and hats to protect our skin from sun damage, our ears have no protection from noise damage. Exposure to hazardous noise is a common cause of hearing loss in adults. The cumulative […]
Summer salad days
Fresh, colourful, and full of goodness, salads are a quick way to dress up brunches, lunches, and dinners. From full-on greens to rainbow coloured offerings, salads include a few basic ingredients, then the rest is up to the creator’s imagination. Lettuce is a popular starting point, yet spinach, rocket, watercress, and basil are […]
Roast salmon prawn, orange, & fennel
Caterer, cook, and entertainer Tina Duncan shares a recipe from her recently released book Plated. A whole side of salmon is definitely a festive dish and this has its place at all sorts of celebrations because it can be served warm or cold, whichever way works for you. Kecap manis is a sweeter, […]
Aesthetic solar panels: Infinite Energy NZ
While installing solar energy brings a raft of benefits, enhancing the look of your home isn’t always one of them. Plenty of solar companies install a variety of panels, but Infinite Energy NZ has placed the emphasis on accurate design, as well as top performance. “Our emphasis is to make your home more […]
Creating a luxury oasis: Refresh Renovations
A bathroom is not just a space of utility, but a sanctuary of elegance and serenity. At Refresh Renovations, the team intertwines meticulous design with flawless execution, crafting luxurious bathrooms that are as functional as they are opulent. Each project is a journey where your dreams transform into reality, says managing director Tom […]
A barking good business: K9000 DIY
No matter the breed, your wet-nosed companion requires regular and convenient dog washing solutions that are fundamental to their good health. Maintaining your dog’s coat eliminates matted fur, itching, hotspots, and potential skin diseases, and prevents doggy odours and allergens from saturating carpets, furniture, and bedding. Dog washing needn’t be overwhelming or complicated. […]
Spoilt for choice
Judges had a tough time deciding on a supreme winner at the recent 2023 National ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, announcing joint title holders. The award for Joint Supreme Winner and National Award for Commercial Architecture went to designer Darryl Church, of DCA Architects of Transformation, for the Heretaunga Intermediate School in […]
Dress it up
Just as accessories make an outfit, dressings are the finishing touches to salads. Supermarket shelves are full of options, yet with a few basic ingredients and five to 10 minutes in your kitchen, it’s easy to create your own. Vinegar and olive oil-based vinaigrettes are light, healthy, and great on greens, vegetables, and […]
