Cool beans
While there are many espresso machines to choose from, Breville’s latest offering – the Express Impress makes drinking cafe-quality coffees at home extremely simple. Metropol’s over-caffeinated gadget guru Ian Knott goes without sleep for about a month. I spend too much on coffee. Long gone are the days when you could get a […]
Sleep right, sleep tight: Dreamwool Beds
A good night’s sleep is vital for humans to function properly, and given most of us spend one third of our lives in bed, it is essential to invest in the very best. An average person sleeps for eight hours in a day. That means that on average they will sleep for 229,961 […]
Bathroom design and flair: Butterfield Bathrooms
Renovating a bathroom takes teamwork and know-how. While Kiwis are renowned for their DIY abilities, sometimes it pays to have experts on the job. Bathroom revamping is one area where specialist expertise will save time, money and stress. Leading the field in Christchurch, with more than 40 years’ experience in the business, is […]
Ahead of the curve
Curves bring a fresh and soft wavy feeling into the home, and interior trends are showing more and more use of these rounded features. From curved corners within walls and cabinets to curved backs of couches and chairs, arched cabinets, mirrors, and accessories, it’s all about curves in the interior world right now. […]
A case of canine cough
It’s definitely that time of year when coughs, colds, and flus become common. And unfortunately, for pets too. Canine cough, also known as kennel cough, can describe several bacterial or viral conditions causing a cough in dogs, much like a cold in humans. Usually a loud hacking cough, it can sound like something […]
Custom coats for precious pups: Ruffles Petwear
The winter blues aren’t just for humans. A cosy coat for your dog is the best way to keep them warm all winter. Ruffles Petwear is expert when it comes to premium dog coats, with a range of stylish patterns and colours to suit every personality of pooch. Offering custom, made-to-measure coats means […]
Life-changing pet supplement: Newflands
In May of 2010, qualified veterinary nurse Fiona Robertson’s adored Newfoundland dog, Rosie, was diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), a terminal heart condition common in the breed. Determined to not give up on Rosie and wanting to improve her quality of life, if not life expectancy, Fiona’s research into the benefits of fish […]
Keeping your pets calm: Pet Remedy
Cold rainy days, all cooped up together, can stress our pets. Cats especially, love their own territory and can get distressed. When owners are off on holidays and pets are removed from familiar routines with the transport, boarding kennels, catteries or house sitters, anxiety levels can soar. Environmental scents can help anxious, stressed-out […]
Third bridge on Avon River corridor
Pedestrians and cyclists now have better access to enjoy the Avon River corridor with the recent opening of Snell Bridge, pictured. The last of three pedestrian and cycle bridges connecting the wetlands and the neighbouring communities, the Snell Bridge is accessed from Snell Place in Dallington. The other two are the Avondale Bridge […]
The Influencers: Simon Kingham
Shared transport impact The impact of shared transport on two different Christchurch communities could determine transport goals for New Zealand. I’m leading a team of researchers studing two National Science Challenges – Ageing Well and Healthier Lives – to understand the impact of shared transport options into a lifestyle village and a community […]
