Winter skin reset
As temperatures drop, Christchurch women are adjusting skincare routines to tackle dry and dehydrated winter skin, writes Lucy Brewer. Canterbury’s crisp winter mornings can leave the skin feeling dry, but with ‘skinmalism’ making a comeback, it’s time to concentrate on the skin barrier this frosty season. According to appearance medicine nurse Katie McIndoe […]
Plastering professionals: Proudfoot Plastering
With the shortest day behind us and spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start ticking off all those maintenance tasks around your home and property. If you have any plastering jobs on your list, the team at Proudfoot Plastering are specialists in a range of exterior cladding, facade […]
China town: Mayor Phil Mauger
New sister city Shenzhen shares priorities of sustainable development and economic growth. This past month, I had the privilege of leading a delegation to China, focused on strengthening relationships, exploring innovation, and identifying opportunities to deliver real benefits for Christchurch. Our visit began in Qingdao, where we discussed shared priorities around sustainable development, […]
Magnetic Resonance Imaging: MRIs explained – Reform Radiology
What is an MRI? How is it different to other imaging technologies? Here are the answers to the questions radiologists get most. MRI technology has advanced significantly in recent years, delivering faster scan times, exceptional image quality, and greater efficiency, says Reform Radiology’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Joel Dunn. “This is an exciting […]
Downsize without compromise: Priority Projects
Downsizing is one of life’s milestones. A time to celebrate all you have achieved, it’s often the marker of a new chapter. Whatever form it takes, successfully downsizing should mean both an increase in lifestyle and a decrease in stress. It is crucial to get those two things the right way round. When […]
Super rugby success
The sold-out Super Rugby Pacific Super Round has beaten all economic forecasts and delivered strong results for Christchurch. Christchurch’s bold investment in bringing the inaugural New Zealand Super Rugby Pacific Super Round to the city has paid off in spectacular fashion, with economic impact reporting from Fresh Info revealing the event exceeded expectations, […]
Wool with a why: Mount Kiwi
Two Kiwi sisters have created a woollen fashion brand that gives back. In an age of fast fashion – where mass-produced garments are worn briefly before ending up in landfill – a New Zealand business offers a refreshing alternative. Founded by sisters Nikki and Claudine Douglas, who grew up in rural New Zealand, […]
Enter the grid: Grid Games
Are you quick enough? A new and unique kind of entertainment that blends gaming with agility brings a real-life “floor is lava” experience to Christchurch. Three longtime friends with a passion for gaming and strong links to Christchurch have launched a unique entertainment experience in the city, introducing locals to the interactive world […]
From the expert: Great gardens are built in winter – Green Giant
Horticultural expert Nathan Neath from Green Giant Gardens says winter is one of the most important seasons to get your garden in shape. Roses deserve a fresh start Winter is the ideal time to prune roses while they’re dormant. Removing old, damaged growth, treating pests and diseases, and mulching plants encourages strong new […]
Sleep on sheep: Dreamwool
What’s the true cost of a bed that doesn’t immediately send you into a deep, restful slumber? In a wellness-focused world swamped with supplements and the latest feel-good fad, studies show that one of the quickest ways to boost your energy, health and happiness is by way of a brand new bed. Because, […]
