Off and racing: Mega Motorcycle Centre
Great Kiwi motorcycle racers such as Andrew Stroud, Aaron Slight and Denis Charlett can trace their careers back to racing child-friendly bikes around tracks designed to give them their first taste of two-wheeled competition. This first taste is now open to a whole new generation of would-be champion riders thanks to the Mega […]
Every conceivable option
Let’s face facts. A hefty V8 diesel premium vehicle is no longer the priority of Europe’s car manufacturers. With the transition to full electric looking dead certain for plenty of brands, those after the ultimate expression of a V8 diesel luxury car will need to buy soon as the surge in demand for […]
Get the look
Take inspiration from Ballantynes and the beauty of the Garden City. PHOTOGRAPHY: Honey Lens STYLED BY: Ballantynes HAIR: Mod’s Hair Merivale MUA: Ballantynes MODELS: Portfolio Model Agency; Siani, Melanie & Tiaan
A city in full BLOOM
A key part of BLOOM is the ‘bouquet’ of fun spring activities for young and old, including: Explore spring flowers – you can’t help but trip over daffodils, cherry blossoms and a host of other beautiful flowers as you travel around Christchurch. Head to Hagley Park or the Kurashiki Gardens in Halswell to […]
Family fun in Otautahi Christchurch
Explore the great outdoors with giant swings, playgrounds, shipwrecks, and wildlife. Here are the top seven family activities for spring in Christchurch. 1. Breakfast at Margaret Mahy Playground Pack a picnic breakfast the night before and surprise the kids with breakfast at the Margaret Mahy Playground. Make use of the free electric BBQs […]
A grand revitalisation of Cathedral Square
Prior to the 2010 earthquakes, Cathedral Square was the undisputed heart of Christchurch. Now an ambitious crowd-funded project is set to restart that heart, and again make the Square a place for the people. Christchurch businessman and project founder Darin Rainbird explains … Last month I launched a PledgeMe campaign to support my […]
Big band bash
Just in time for warmer weather, The Christchurch Big Band Festival is celebrating its 15th year in Ōtautahi this October. The festival brings fresh, musical vibrancy to Christchurch streets and venues in spring, attracting thousands of listeners to exciting, toe-tapping entertainment all around the city. Most of the performances are free events and […]
Dress to impress
The season of special occasions is here. Be it weddings, festive parties or race day; spring and summer are party season at its very best. It is always exciting to get dressed up for an occasion, especially if that means shopping around for a new dress, suit, heels, or pretty accessories to complete […]
Head to Hurunui & Hanmer
October is a happening time in the Hurunui/Hanmer area with two big events scheduled for the end of the month. The Hurunui Garden Festival runs from October 28-31, while the Hanmer Springs Fete is on October 29. The third annual fete will showcase the very best in food, music, and artistic creations. Located […]
Prevent pet post lockdown blues: Ourvets
Shifting down the lockdown levels can be challenging for our furry friends. The current pandemic poses stressors for our much loved furry members of the family, our puppies and dogs. One of the largely positive aspects of Covid-19 lockdowns is that we are fortunate to be at home spending quality time with our […]
