Outstanding aesthetics: Farrell Construction
The mark of a great project is keeping build standards high while creating a product that pleases the eye and works in harmony with its surroundings, when the pressure is on. Nobody looks at a new build with a more critical eye than the existing inhabitants of its neighbourhood, with both their quality […]
Professional plumbing solutions: R J Crouch
Problem solvers are who you go to when you require action. When you need a particular service it pays to think about whether that person embodies these problem solving traits. -Decisive when taking action -Competitive to achieve top results -Results-oriented for fast fixes. Problem solver is the overarching descriptor that Tom Crouch, of […]
How to effectively integrate innovative technologies in your house in 2022?
These days, home is no longer just a place where people live, dwell and sleep. Thanks to the goodness of the internet, we like to spend more of our free time at home. This is a reality that seems to be gaining momentum, and which also seems to be consolidating worldwide. Streaming services […]
Creating a Multi-Entertainment Living Space
A multi-entertainment living space needs to be able to do many things. From seating to storage to snacks and beyond, you need to ensure it is just right. Nowadays, we no longer want to just sit down and watch TV. Our living spaces need to be able to handle multiple types of entertainment. […]
Sprinting to the top
In recent years, New Zealand has seen a rise in the number of the fastest women ever to have run on home soil. Two of these women, Rosie Elliott and Anna Percy, both 24 years old, are from Christchurch. Still early in their athletics careers, they show incredible talent and promise for continued […]
A new home base: Harcourts Grenadier
Their new building makes a strong statement on the corner of The Runway at Wigram. Now that they have landed in the area, Hamish and Sarah McLeod of Harcourts Grenadier are determined to make just as strong a statement with their real estate service to the fast-growing suburb of Wigram. “We are passionate […]
Book club: Steadfast Books
We all have our favourite reading genres and authors, and there’s nowhere better to peruse the shelves than Steadfast Books on Ferry Road in Woolston. Owner Heath Ling (pictured) selectively picks quality second-hand fiction and non-fiction books for your enjoyment. Military collections From the earliest days of warfare to the current Russian/Ukraine conflict, […]
The manor gets gold: Eliza’s Manor
The history of Eliza’s Manor spans three centuries and their most recent achievement is being awarded the coveted 5-star gold status via Qualmark. A Gold Qualmark Award recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand, with the delivery of exceptional customer experiences an integral part of everything they do. Their beautiful bar […]
Love your website: Metros Marketing
The past two years have seen more people working from home, creating an increased need for online communication. That’s where creative, user-friendly websites come to the fore. Your website is your digital storefront. Customers find you online and form an opinion of your business in seconds. A quality professional-looking website is a must. […]
The complexities of realty: Mike Pero Northcote
Experienced real estate salesperson Annette Pendergast understands the complexities of selling property, including preparation and presentation to market. “A successful sale begins with reaching the right buyer with correct strategic campaign,” says Annette. “I start with the home looking gorgeous, but I add the correct online marketing, use a great database of buyers, […]












