Precious pieces protected: Commonwealth Vault
Though current Canterbury burglary statistics may make for sobering reading, there is an easy solution to protect family valuables, and it isn’t the home safe. All too often today’s burglar will remove the home safe entirely from the wall rather than waste time wrestling with combinations. The soundest solution is a purpose-built vault, […]
Making dreams come true: Clyne and Bennie
A dream renovation includes the process as well as the outcome. A fter hunkering down and concentrating on the cosy, the expanding light and warmth of spring turns our thoughts to home improvement. It would be nice if renovations proceeded as organically as the change of seasons. If you choose the right contractor, […]
Superior luxury design: Dunlop Builders
Architectural luxury meets ‘Passive High Performance’ in this innovative building company. Outside of France, only one office building is awarded the internationally recognised Passive House Plus certification. That office building just happens to be the Hub of Wānaka-based building company Dunlop Builders. “We have achieved the highest standards for sustainable design and energy […]
Framed for summer sun: Anstice Optometrists
Are you set for summer holidays? There is nothing like a new pair of sunnies to lift the mood and invite you to spend more time outdoors. And if you need a little bit of support, prescription sunglasses are a great way to feel confident in the sunshine. Increased global awareness around the […]
Photos are forever: Maria Buhrkuhl Photography
The move into the digital age has brought with it a multitude of changes. Technology often simplifies life, photos no longer need to be developed, printed, and placed in a photo album, they’re stored deep in the attic of our devices or on a USB stick. Somewhere, we lost the feeling of what […]
Coffee in the works: Coffee Worx
Deb and Ian Riach, the founders and owners of Coffee Worx Coffee Roastery are expanding their now well-established coffee roasting operation in Christchurch. I n 2006 the Riach’s purchased a small boutique coffee roaster, which they rebranded as Coffee Worx. The roastery was purchased to support the expansion of their Yellow Rocket Bagels […]
Work injuries rife in NZ: PB Employment Law
Why is it that New Zealand is an unbelievably dangerous place to work? Statistics NZ say there were just over 223,000 work-related claims in 2021, which is almost one in 10 workers being injured in some way. A good example of the problem is the recent prosecution of Clyde Orchards. They were prosecuted […]
Capture Hanmer’s beauty
If you’re a keen photographer, amateur or pro, Hanmer is a wonderful place to take some stunning nature shots. In this article, we explore some of the best spots in Hanmer for photography. Conical Hill For panoramic views of Hanmer and its surrounding alpine beauty, walk up Conical Hill. At the summit, you’ll […]
Good guys in glass: Sharp Glass
Glass is a popular material when it comes to commercial and residential building. From shower units to custom glass designs, window breakage repair or replacement to display cabinets and shelves, sliding doors, pet door installation, a conservatory, and everything in between – glass is all around. “We’ve always been in the specialist replacement […]
Luxury couple’s accommodation: Stay Geraldine
A romantic, pampered escape with stunning views and a wood-fired hot tub in an eco-friendly cabin – sounds lovely, right? If you’re day dreaming of a place in the country to disconnect, dream no more with Fiery Peak Eco-Retreat. Located just eight kilometres from the oh-so-quaint Geraldine, the retreat was built last year, […]
