Thrifted masterpieces: Seaton’s French Polishing & Furniture Repair
Whether it’s a quality thrifted piece of furniture or a passed down heirloom, it can be turned into a modern masterpiece. Owner of Seaton’s French Polishing & Furniture Repair, Mike Fullen says, “We can take a weathered piece of furniture and bring it back to its former glory or give it a modern […]
Laying a furry friend to rest
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is a difficult decision that all pet owners eventually have to face. It can be an emotional and overwhelming time, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Many pet owners struggle with knowing when it’s the right time to say goodbye to their furry […]
Treat your dog’s earritation: Micromed
When we see our beloved pooch kicking their ear, irritated by an ear infection, we’ll do anything to make it stop. Ear infections are almost always simply a ‘symptom’ of an underlying condition. Founder of MicroMed and pet Naturopathic Nutritionist Maria Brown says the best thing to do to address a dog’s allergies […]
Bloomin’ bulbs
Planting bulbs in autumn is a wonderful way to ensure that your garden is full of vibrant colours come springtime. Bulbs such as daffodils, tulips, and crocuses are popular choices, and their hardiness makes them perfect for withstanding the cold winter months. When choosing bulbs, look for those that are firm and healthy, […]
Transform your outdoors: Onlandscapes
Christchurch people love their outdoor spaces. For the past 14 years, Ollie and Juliet Newman, and the Onlandscapes team, have been creating magical garden spaces for Canterbury residents, employing their talents for fencing and paving, stone and timber works, irrigation, and planting. They enjoy nothing more than meeting like-minded garden enthusiasts and getting […]
Revamp projects
A proposed $2.3 million revamp of the New Brighton mall is one step closer, after a draft concept design was released earlier this year. The ‘Reimagined New Brighton Mall’ aims to include several community engagement areas, such as a performance space and central green, along with a youth space, and a social enterprise-community […]
Talented innovators
A really special part of my role at ChristchurchNZ is watching talent grow in our city. Thanks to Christchurch’s thriving innovation ecosystem, our city has many young innovators working to build a better future for people and the planet. Emily Blythe, the founder and CEO of Pyper Vision, is one of these remarkable […]
Exciting times ahead
With business events beginning to ramp back up in earnest, our team is looking forward to another busy conference season ahead. Already several months are close to capacity, with an array of event types booked in. Last year, we were fortunate to have a significant number of local and national organisations and associations […]
Economic downturns
Why do Canterbury businesses think differently during an economic downturn? Rampant inflation, combined with a barrage of legislation that has added additional costs and compliance for business, continual supply chain disruptions, and a tight labour market, have all combined to create an environment that is exceedingly challenging for business. Despite that, Canterbury […]
Lest we forget
It was an early start, but it was so good to be part of the recent ANZAC Day Dawn Service, held in Cathedral Square for the first time since the earthquakes. I felt honoured to gather with members of the public, veterans, and members of our armed forces to help commemmorate New Zealand’s […]
