See you at the show: ChristchurchNZ
It’s springtime. It’s family time. It’s as true to Canterbury as it gets. You guessed it… The New Zealand Agricultural Show is back for another year. Celebrating its 160th anniversary, the countdown is on for a few days of fabulous fun at The Show. Whether you’re a seasoned show veteran or a first […]
Facial cleansing tool
When it comes to exfoliating, using just your hands to cleanse your face doesn’t always cut the mustard. That’s where a cleansing brush comes in handy. Cleansing brushes, including electric or battery operated vibrating options, are ideal for delicately exfoliating facial areas, and may also be used on arms and legs. You can […]
Dr Libby says….
Have you fallen into the trap of believing that happiness can only be found in the future? As human beings, we tend to believe that happiness lies just beyond the horizon of our current circumstances. The pursuit of contentment becomes a distant journey, overshadowed by the illusion that we will be happy when […]
November art show open weekend: Windsor Gallery
If you’ve recently re-decorated or want to change up the atmosphere of your home, invest in new local art. O n the first weekend of November, Windsor Gallery’s Art Show Open Weekend will be full of outstanding artworks available for purchase. There will be over 300 artworks for sale, 45 artists of which […]
Movember for men’s mental health
If you’ve grown a mo yourself or watched a partner or sibling get the upper lip fuzz for mental health, it’s likely you’re familiar with Movember. Movember started in 2003, and is currently the leading charity changing the face of men’s health. To be part of Movember you can grow a moustache to […]
Supportive and sexy: The Fitting Room
Finding a comfortable bra that looks great under your favourite outfits, can be a painful task, especially if you have larger breasts. A bra that fits properly can be truly life-changing. The Fitting Room specialises in bra fittings for D–K cups, making this store a trusted go-to for those struggling with bra discomfort. […]
Food heaven on Mandeville St: Mandeville Street Kitchen
Breakfast, morning tea, lunches, and a mid-afternoon sugar fix are all on the menu at a popular Mandeville St café where the food is just like grandmother used to make. Food is prepared fresh daily at Mandeville Street Kitchen, using owner Sarah-Jane and her team’s tried and true recipes, and the best of […]
Artistic creativity in Antarctica
More than 100 artists, writers, dancers, creators, educators and journalists have travelled to Scott Base with the Antarctica New Zealand’s Community Engagement Programme since 1957, returning home inspired and empowered to tell the frozen continent’s story. They have since become ambassadors for the continent’s environmental protection and preservation, and their work plays a […]
November gems
Topaz and citrine are both November birthstones, and they look so similar that they’re often mistaken for one another. Many of us know the pretty blue spectrum of topaz, yet this is a gemstone that comes in a wide variety of colours, including yellow, brown, blue, green, orange, red, pink, purple, and is […]
Editor’s perspective: Auspicious occasion
Throughout life, and in business, certain achievements and milestones need to be celebrated. Turning 25 is one of those, and this month Metropol did just that. Succeeding as a small business is tough at any age. Statistics show that more than 50% of New Zealand business startups fail within five years, 75% will […]
