Get lemons, make lemonade
Lemon trees are prolific fruit bearers in winter and through into spring and summer. If you can’t give them away, try a few of these ideas… Bake Lemons add sweetness and tartness to baking so think lemon cake, muffins, slices, biscuits, a sprinkle of zest in or on baked goodies, and also a […]
Next stop: caffeination station
Coffee runs through the veins of many Kiwis, and that java fix is a key part of the day (or night) for all ages. We have a few favourites when it comes to getting our caffeine fix at home. On the Go Coffee has its own accessories, and Keep Cups are a stylish […]
Locally, lovingly designed: Wink
Supporting local is more important than ever and fortunately, it is easy to do in the fashion department, considering all of the amazing Kiwi designers we have, and especially thanks to stores such as Wink. The boutique shoe store’s beautiful selection is carefully curated by store owner Lenore Farrelly. As someone who knows […]
Tackling gymtimidation
Just the thought of going to the gym with lots of others is enough to put some people off, and make others quit after one or two sessions. Overseas research by UK health club chain PureGym has revealed several ways to help tackle “gymtimidation” and improve confidence for new and existing gym members. […]
Foundation awards $865,000 for health research
Eight local medical researchers have been awarded a total of $865,000 in funding from the Canterbury Medical Research Foundation (CMRF) as part of its annual Major Project Grants round. This year’s research topics include Huntington’s Disease, cannabis use in pregnancy, stuttering in children, tuberculosis, mental health, prostate and breast cancer. Foundation Director Melissa […]
Creating bonds through cooking: Riverside Kitchen
Rekindling connections that have been neglected during Covid-19 disruptions is imperative for business relationships. Coming together and sharing food is one of the best, time honoured ways to nurture and bond with others. One that is approached in a unique way during Riverside Kitchen’s cooking classes. “The past 18 months have been hard […]
Here comes the sun
Longer days equate to more sun and time spent relaxing in our sunniest spots. Many homes have sun rooms, positioned where best to capture the warm rays. Of course it doesn’t have to be a whole room, maybe just a sunny corner with some cosy chairs, a coffee table, a few books, a […]
The beauty of wood: Murray Hewitt Joinery
The loveliness of solid timber has been pleasing the human eye for millennia and we never tire of an exquisitely hewn piece in pale or dark woods or reds, or striped and patterned. However, as time passes there are fewer people about with the ability to bring that beauty into our homes. If […]
Playing it safe: Combined Security Solutions
Security systems play a vital role in protecting students, staff and assets at schools. Upgrading those systems to feature the latest technology and innovations isn’t always easy, but it is essential. When Christchurch Boys’ High School needed a comprehensive upgrade, it turned to a local company for a solution. “Previous to Combined Security […]
Productive and pretty: Terra Viva
These days, the word ‘containers’ conjures up the big steel rectangles stuck either in the Suez Canal or the wrong ports. But gardeners know that there’s another whole world of containers that can always be in the right place. Short of space or sunshine? Containers are your answer because of their flexibility; most […]
