The water of life: The Tree People
Water is one of life’s essentials for trees and gardens of all sizes. Professional, experienced arborists, The Tree People care about trees, believing it to be both an art and a science. Here are some of their water saving tips: Mulch – Helps to keep moisture in the soil, and slows evaporation. It […]
Hand-crafted tops: Benchtop Concepts
Enjoying the job, and being proud of the finished product creates perfection. Central to a flawless kitchen and bathroom are bench tops and vanities that are meticulously designed with hand-crafted finishing. “We don’t run a production line,” says managing director Andrew Crossland of Benchtop Concepts. “Ex-joiners and stonemasons make up a high proportion […]
Award-winning and windswept: Stacey Farrell
Located on New Zealand’s rugged South Coast, the windswept site for this small holiday house faces north and gently descends to the dunes. Winner of the 2022 TIDA New Zealand Architect New Home of the Year, the low grounded home is bedded into the landscape, hunkering down from the harsh coastal weather, while […]
Queenstown winning build: David Reid Homes
This stunning, architecturally designed home in Queenstown won the 2022 Registered Master Builders House of the Year GIB Show Home category. David Reid Homes Queenstown, won the national show home award for the house, which judges say was planned meticulously to create a versatile environment with the ability to entertain. “Whether it is […]
The power of paving: Dragon Stone Paving
Our city has undergone some dramatic changes in recent years, becoming a space of such vibrance. As the buildings regrew, so did the streets. Paving so many of our favourite Christchurch spots from the ground up, Dragon Stone Paving continue to provide excellent craftsmanship to the city and its residents. When you’re sipping […]
Bespoke Baby Bugatti
Wealthy vehicle enthusiasts can now add a special ‘Baby Bugatti’ to their collections. The Bugatti Baby II is a contemporary tribute to Ettore Bugatti’s original Type 35 masterpiece from 1926. Developed by Bugatti in partnership with The Little Car Company, it celebrates the 110th anniversary of the iconic brand. Would-be customers get complete […]
Top 20 most eye-catching cars in the world
A new British Auto Trader study rates the Porsche 911 top overall eye-catching design, with the BMW 3 Series the best everyday car, and Porsche’s Taycan model coming out as the most ‘eye-catching’ EV. The Porsche 911 captured the most attention, with an ‘eye-catching score’ of 91 percent, followed by the Lexus LC500 […]
Comfort cruiser
Despite its SUV range being its biggest cash cow, and a surge in its all-electric 208e supermini, Peugeot has still decided to give its 308 mid-sized hatch a make-over. Ben Selby reports. Its new lease on life includes new looks, new tech and new power units. The range consists of two petrol variants, […]
Photographic portrait, kiwi bikers
Renowned photographer Ken Downie combines his love of motorcycles and photography in a unique photographic portrait of Kiwis and their machines. Published by Massey University Press, Kiwi Bikers includes some of the most famous names in New Zealand motorsport, along with numerous witty and engaging stories, and photo essays of unique events all […]
Finalists of the 2023 Zonta Ashburton Female Art Awards
The 2023 Zonta Ashburton Female Art Awards (ZAFAA) finalists have been selected. Judges chose 42 finalists, of which 29 artists qualify for the premier award and 13 are eligible for the Young Generation Award for female artists between the ages of 16-20. ZAFAA seeks to raise the status of female visual artists and […]
