Stoddart exhibition opens
A special exhibition is now on, marking the anniversary of women winning the right to vote in Aotearoa New Zealand in September 1893. University of Canterbury art collections curator Lydia Baxendell has curated a special exhibition of watercolours by Margaret Stoddart, shown at the former home of her fellow student at the University’s […]
At home movie feast
Going to the movies used to be the only option to see the newest film releases, however a popular option now is to stay home and go online to see some of the latest and greatest. Film festivals are one way to relax with a glass of wine and enjoy cutting edge and […]
Long and luscious: Hair Art & Beauty
If you’re after some extra length or volume for your next big event, why not think about Great Lengths tape in extensions? Quick and relatively low maintenance, tape-in extensions are perfect for short-to-medium term use. Tape-in extensions are installed by sandwiching thin sections of hair between two extension pieces, using a medical-grade adhesive […]
Getting to the guts of it: Pacific Radiology
Cutting edge research plays a vital role in today’s medical field, determining which treatments work best, new treatments, and ensuring existing treatments are used in the best possible ways. Aside from diagnosing diseases and health problems, medical research provides insights that give us hope that there is a chance to lessen the impact […]
The wines of Waipara
North Canterbury is abundant with award-winning wineries, and beautiful cellar doors and vineyards. The area is a haven for winemaking, with the perfect climate for grape growing; long sunshine hours, hot dry summers, and long autumns. The sheltered Waipara area is close to the sea, and the warm days and cool nights provide […]
Masking it
Fabric face masks have become one of the “must-have” accessories these days, to help keep Covid-19 at bay. Mandatory in public situations, there’s no reason they can’t be as fashionable as the rest of your attire. Many New Zealand companies are designing and producing good quality masks in a range of fashionable (and […]
Masters of the craft: Molto Bella
Born out of a passion for natural fibres and Italian craftmanship, La Bottega Di Brunella has stayed true to this for as long as the brand has existed. With every item made in-house from yarn to garment, in the beautiful Amalfi Coast village Positano, the Italian label’s genuine commitment to meticulous quality control […]
Tightening, the gentle way: Face Value
Trending procedures in cosmetic medicine are minimally invasive treatments that stimulate collagen production. One of the newest of these are mono threads; smooth, non-barbed threads that tighten the skin when lifting is not required. Ideal for rejuvenating the skin without adding volume or ‘bulk’ to the treatment area, mono threads are a complement […]
How to Carrie it off: Shoe Therapy
If there’s one thing Sex in the City’s Carrie Bradshaw taught us, it’s that a gorgeous pair of shoes teamed with a classy clutch can make the plainest attire look sensational. With events season ramping up, now is the time to hunt down some fabulous footwear and a head-turning handbag or two. Shoe […]
Embracing realty technology: Simon Herbert
The saying “the more things change, the more they stay the same” is one that can be applied to the real estate industry in 2021. Nationwide Covid-19 lockdowns have forced vendors and purchasers to look at doing things differently, although they still want the same outcomes. Simon Herbert of Harcourts Grenadier Avonhead says […]
