Realty rocks her world: Fernanda Hammett
In 2001, Fernanda Hammett left her home and family in Brazil for an extended visit to Christchurch, primarily to perfect her English. São Paulo, with a population in excess of 20 million was a far cry from the Garden City of Christchurch, population circa 450,000. The effusive, fun loving and adventurous 17-year-old embraced […]
Reaching for the stars
Women in Space Aotearoa New Zealand is a new organisation dedicated to expanding opportunities for women and other gender minorities to work in space fields and pursuing gender equity in the space sector. Its aim is to provide a professional network and inclusive community that supports women working in the space sector in […]
A golden age: The Stamp Exchange
An ancient Chinese proverb tells us that real gold is not afraid of the melting pot. Now is an ideal time to test that if you have any of the precious metal you don’t want. Gold prices internationally are high and may rise even more due to soaring crude oil prices and conflict […]
Making mask sense
With many children now required to wear masks, questions have arisen about what is the best type to wear. University of Canterbury Associate Professor of Epidemiology Dr Arindam Basu offers some evidence-based advice. A medical, blue and white, disposable surgical mask fitted to a child’s face is the best option. They can be […]
In the details
Accessories make an outfit. They are the final touch, the small details that bring it all together. Heading into autumn, your choice of accessories might add some warmth, in a scarf or hat. Colourways of beautiful brown, orange and rich burgundy add depth and cosiness to outfits, while chunky jewellery and studded belts […]
A woman’s dream wardrobe: Estilo Boutique
Achieving that all-important balance between work, family and social lives can be demanding on the best of us. Arming yourself with the right wardrobe can make things a lot easier. Give a girl a wardrobe compartmentalised into the following and she’s good to go – casual, work, sporty and formal. Estilo Boutique equips […]
The gentle way to lift: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
Ultherapy remains the gold standard for non-invasive face lifting. It is the only FDA-cleared non-invasive ultrasound skin lifting treatment for the brow, under the chin, jaw-line and neck that helps to replace collagen and give sagging skin a lift. Not all face sculpting treatments are created equal, and in determining the right face […]
A boutique beauty: Darcy Boutique
A light, bright and beautiful store makes any shopping experience that much more luxurious. Nestled in the heart of Merivale awaits a new boutique that can make your wardrobe dreams come true. Victoria Knutson has always had a love of fashion and design. Moving from a long career in education, she is now […]
In safe, professional hands: Dentures Plus
Getting dentures doesn’t have to be a scary experience. Having caring clinicians is key to feeling relaxed and comfortable, and that’s just what the team at newly re-branded Dentures Plus in Kaiapoi is very good at doing. Dentures Plus recently acquired the former Affordable Denture Clinic in Kaiapoi and when its owner/clinician retires, […]
Autumn air
The last of the warming summer sun is about to say goodbye, and chilly autumn days are soon to take its place. The in-between seasons are always a struggle to get right in the wardrobe department, often we still have nice warm weather for weeks after summer, and then the sudden chill hits, […]
