The Te Pae effect
Conventions held at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre have generated almost $74 million for the local economy in the last 12 months. In the year to June 2026, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre hosted 56 conventions, including several leading international events. This supported 827 jobs in the Canterbury region, according to the impact […]
A venue with that holiday feeling: Peppers
Enter a resort-like atmosphere when you host an event at this captivating Clearwater venue. Shimmering lakeside expanse, sweeping emerald-green grass, and guests that can’t quite believe they’re not on holiday. That’s the experience on offer at Peppers Clearwater Resort, where everything lives up to the name. From conference to cocktail party, this is […]
Graze your way: Gather and Feast
Catering for large groups and different dietary requirements can be tricky. The answer? A custom charcuterie cart and graze-your-way platters. Let guests choose for themselves. That’s the philosophy behind Sylvie Wilson’s charcuterie cart and catering company. With Gather and Feast at your event, guests can create their own platter and experiment with flavours. […]
Noteworthy
Fashion news from New Zealand and beyond. The Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival is back from 15 to 18 October for Te Pae’s most fashion-forward event yet. Tickets on sale from 10 August. Visit www.nzfashionweek.com/csff. Ahead of New Zealand Fashion Week 2026, join stylist, creative director and now host of podcast This is a […]
Club charm: Cashmere Club
Behind many of Canterbury’s family and corporate events for more than 50 years, this charming club in the heart of Cashmere is proudly home to generations of celebrations. Our team understand what you need almost before you say it,” says Cashmere Club functions manager Kayla Woolley. Recently renovated, the club’s four function spaces […]
Healthy homes at your fingertips: Gavin Lowe
Homeowner expectations for heating, ventilation and air conditioning are changing fast, with technology being used to make homes feel good. The team at Gavin Lowe Energy has seen homeowners’ expectations shift significantly in recent years, according to general manager Lee Todd. “One of the things I enjoy most about working in the heating, […]
The latest trend: restore, don’t replace – McDonald & Hartshorne
In Christchurch’s bustling hospitality industry – where restaurants book out and tables fill up – booth seats wear out and chairs start to tatter. To keep their footprint low and standards high, local restaurateurs are choosing to restore instead of replace. Within commercial spaces, restoring furniture can update the look of a business […]
Relationships beyond rates: Genesis Mortgages
Between evolving lending policies to stricter affordability assessments, borrowers are navigating a complex mortgage environment, which is where professional advice comes in. “A mortgage is rarely just about securing finance – it’s about creating opportunities, building long-term wealth and giving people the confidence to achieve their goals,” says Khushpreet Sidhu of boutique broker […]
11 tips for hosting an exceptional event
Whether you’re planning an octogenarian birthday celebration, a wedding, or a five-day business industry summit, the key ingredients for an excellent event are the same. You know that old saying, failing to plan means you’re planning to fail? It might be a mildly supercilious cliché, but when it comes to throwing a great […]
Escape boring team-building: Serve Social
Whether you’re bonding a small team or taking over the whole venue, this St Asaph Street entertainment space delivers group experiences that are anything but corporate beige. Packages start at just $40 per person at Serve Social, where high-energy games and immersive escape rooms create the perfect team-building or party environment. Owner Logan […]
