Unwrapping the magic of THRIVE: by Chris Korako

Chris Korako and Margie Foster invite you to spark growth and soak up life with this health, wealth, resilience, and happiness women’s summit. Women are key contributors to economic, business, and community success, so if our country is to thrive then so must women. This is the motivation behind THRIVE Women, a summit […]

Where beautiful hair meets heart: Balayage Hair

Step inside this light-filled salon in the heart of Christchurch and you’ll instantly feel at ease. Balayage is a welcoming space founded on creativity, kindness, and connection. Husband-and-wife duo Tom and Sharon Ujihara have built it up from a boutique salon into one of the city’s most trusted names in hair. Their passion […]

Reform is the right move for the building and construction sector

Fairer liability rules in the building and construction sector is the right move says the New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors. Introducing proportional liability into the building and construction sector is a long-overdue step toward a fairer and more functional system. The changes, which were announced last month by Building and Construction Minister […]

The next generation of women’s golfwear: Fox & Birdie

Female trio Alex Tipene-Matua, Emma Henderson and Prue Murdoch couldn’t play a round of golf without feeling something was missing: stylish apparel for women that performed from course to clubhouse. Their new brand challenges the status quo in women’s golfwear, and they’re taking it from Christchurch to the world. Born on the green, […]

Say goodbye to winter in style: Off The Rac

Welcome the new season with the warm palette of the Amalfi Coast. Whether you’re jetting to the Mediterranean or making the most of a Kiwi spring, the latest collections at Off The Rac celebrate sun-soaked elegance. Think azure blues, terracotta tones, and pops of coral. Renee Green, owner of the boutique in Bishopdale, […]

Bring the Hamptons home: OneWorld Collection

Introducing the Devonport outdoor collection – a beautiful, timeless range of furniture designed to transport you to The Hamptons. The wait is almost over, soon it will be available on your doorstep. Heather and David Fine of OneWorld designed this gorgeous range arriving from Indonesia in October, just in time to refresh and […]

Your plate date: Fiddlesticks Restaurant

Looking for a dining destination that elevates the everyday? You’ll find it in the city’s vibrant arts precinct. Step inside Fiddlesticks Restaurant and discover a venue where beautifully curated plates meet a sophisticated, welcoming atmosphere. The menu celebrates fresh local ingredients, delivering mouth-watering dishes for every palate. Devour a flavour-packed brunch, slowly sip […]

Gender and weight loss

Things that may help men lose weight often don’t work, or can backfire, for women. Here are nine things to consider according to exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr. Stacy Sims. ‘Women are not small men.’ This is the mantra of Dr. Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and expert in female-specific training […]

Life After Elvis: Isaac Theatre Royal

For one unforgettable night only, Hollywood royalty Priscilla Presley comes to Christchurch. Priscilla Presley, actress, businesswoman, and cultural icon, will grace the stage of the Isaac Theatre Royal on Wednesday 19 November for An Evening With Priscilla Presley: Life After Elvis – a rare and intimate chance to hear the incredible stories behind […]

Christchurch Airport CEO Justin Watson: Strong performance for the airport

Christchurch Airport returns $33.5 million to the city. This year has brought strong numbers, but what I’m most proud of is our multiplier impact for our city, the South Island and its people. We’ve welcomed more international travellers with new and expanded airline services, meaning more visitors enjoying local restaurants, hotels, attractions and […]