Where care meets community: Holly Lea Village
Welcome to Holly Lea Village, a place where heritage and warmth meet modern care practices, all nestled in a picturesque setting of lovely gardens right in the heart of Fendalton. At Holly Lea, they believe in weaving care into the very fabric of everyday life, making it a place where residents truly feel […]
Master builders winners
Several homes won multiple awards in the 2023 Mid & South Canterbury Master Builders House of the Year regional competition, in August. This year the regional competition had almost 300 entries across nine regions. A Prebbleton home (pictured), built by LOC Construction, won the Supreme award in the 2023 Mid & South Canterbury […]
Upgrading your kitchen: Kitchen Concepts
Planning a new kitchen? Knowing a few basic things before getting started will make the selection and installation process quicker and smoother. Sometimes all you need is a bit of guidance. “A lot of people, when they start their kitchen journey, don’t really know where to begin,” says Glen Kelman of Kitchen Concepts. […]
Knit one, purl one: The art of yarn bombing unravelled
What drives someone to cover a tree with an intricately knitted creation? Metropol writer Cheryl Colley spoke with Lynne Lawson, a Christchurch devotee of yarn bombing. When street benches turn into couches with soft knitted coverings, trees and public statues sprout colourful woollen coverings, it’s all to do with yarn bombing. Using knitted […]
Sticky date pudding with caramel sauce
Indulge in the comfort of warm pudding enriched with sweet, luscious dates, a superb treat to savour when a chill fills the air. Bake away and enjoy this delicious dessert. 20min prep • 50min cook • 6 servings Ingredients Melted butter, to grease pan 200g dried pitted dates, coarsely chopped 250ml (1 cup) […]
All the good bits: Born & Raised
Looking to invigorate your gut health and boost your immune function? Kombucha and other fermented foods are full of antioxidants and probiotics, or live bacteria, that boost the health of intestinal cells, improve immune function and aid in food digestion. When it comes to top-quality Kombucha, Born & Raised stands tall as a […]
Handy home herbs
An indoor herb garden is incredibly useful, whether for adding mint to a mojito, or basil to enhance a pizza. Read on for commonly grown herbs that bring remarkable flavour hits: Basil Can be used to flavour dishes ranging from Italian sauces, to meat and Asian curries. This popular herb is also one […]
Supporting brain health: Ārepa
The World Health Organisation has stated that one in six of the world’s population suffers from neurological concerns, and with the demand on the human brain growing exponentially, the need to support that demand is huge. A decade ago, friends Angus Brown and Zac Robinson, and world-renowned neuroscientist, Professor Andrew Scholey, worked to […]
Canterbury wāhine unite: Inspired Events
Canterbury’s Inspired Events, founded and curated by duo Margie Foster and Christine Korako, continues to flourish as they gear up for their eagerly anticipated third event later this month. With insights gained from previous events feedback, Margie and Christine have thoughtfully crafted the theme of this event, knowing it will resonate with their […]
Celebrate with good times: Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park
Just like that, TOP 10 Holiday Parks is turning 40, and Hanmer Springs TOP 10 is ready to celebrate. Having played host to some of the most treasured and joyous holiday memories for several generations, celebrations are afoot which include everyone who has photos of a special time. Liesl and Martin, managers of […]
