Focus on long term: Team Sheppard

The property market seems to be a hot topic for debate over the past month, yet it is not all doom and gloom which the media leads us to believe. When we take Auckland and Wellington statistics out, we can get a far clearer picture of what is happening, says Marijke Sheppard of […]

North Canterbury roadtrip checklist

For everyone road tripping to the top of the South Island, Tākaka, Golden Bay and the Marlborough Sounds for their Christmas break, we’ve put together a North Canterbury road trip checklist: FROG ROCK The Weka Pass between the northern end of the Canterbury Plains and the Amuri district has many weathered limestone outcrops. […]

Holiday scams prove costly

A new report from cyber safety brand Norton has revealed that 28 percent of New Zealanders have fallen victim to scams during holidays seasons, losing on average NZ$509. The report also showed that almost a quarter of New Zealanders are still willing to take more risks, such as buying online from an unknown […]

Looking for legal advice?: Pegasus Bay Law

Buying a home can be very stressful. Seeking legal advice before looking for a property can help to relieve much of that stress. In particular, it is important to discuss a sale and purchase contract with your lawyer before signing it. Pegasus Bay Law conveyancing specialists Anneliese Muldoon (above left) and Jess Voysey, […]

Yes to yellow

Bright, bold, and beautiful – Yellow is a colour that sparks happiness. It works perfectly into summer collections, and so it is this time of year when the joyful hue appears more in lookbooks and new season styles. Here are a few new season favourites. Details: Tulip Dress Find Me: KOWTOW Details: Tulip […]

Beauty Oasis: Lightroom

We all need to take some ‘me time’, and having a beautiful, peaceful place to go for all of your beauty treatments makes the experience extra special. Anne Mclean, owner of The Lightroom, relocated her business to Christchurch from Methven in late August. She says, “The new location on the Boardwalk, at The […]

Slip into silk: MM Linen

For centuries silk has been lauded as a luxurious indulgence, soft on the skin, eye-catching, and something special. New Zealand’s home linen brand, M.M Linen, introduced a ‘Silk’ collection to its range a little over two years ago. The collection includes silk robes and chemises, silk duvet sets, pillowcases, makeup bags, eye masks, […]

A helping hand

Keeping your hands soft, smooth and supple requires regular attention. Hands are one of the first body parts to show signs of aging, such as loss of volume and elasticity, age spots and cracked skin, so protect them from irritants including the sun, water and weather conditions. Hand care doesn’t have to be […]

Embrace sexy silver: V for Hair

Many who are going grey are choosing V for Hair and Beauty Merivale. The expert team of stylists has over 60 years of combined experience, and the maturity and knowledge to look after you. It’s important to have a style that suits your hair, face shape, and most importantly, lifestyle. If you choose […]

Adopting a wellness regime: The Brain Tree

By 2040, the number of Cantabrians with neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, dementia, stroke and Parkinson’s disease, is expected to double to more than 30,000. Getting older doesn’t cause neurological conditions, although it does increase the chances. Some people with these conditions are young, even in their 30s. Ex-CEO of Ryman Healthcare, […]