Home-based business boom
Many successful businesses have started in the home or garage and some of them have flourished. Jeff Bezos initially sold books out of his garage, and went on to create Amazon in 1995. Mark Zuckerberg created Facebook in his Harvard dorm. Microsoft co-founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen founded their company in a […]
Dealing with your legalities: Pegasus Bay Law
Paperwork doesn’t fill most hearts with joy, but it runs the gamut from essential to life-enhancing. It’s smart to get it done but even smarter to get it done by Pegasus Bay Law, who thrive on putting your life in the best order. The property market is running hot right now, and the […]
A city in full BLOOM
Spring is when Ōtautahi Christchurch truly shines. As the warmer weather and longer evenings set in, the streets are filled with vibrant colour, blossoms and the unmistakeable carefree vibe of spring. The amazing array of things to see and do here are what makes up BLOOM – Christchurch’s spring festival that […]
The essence of you: Franganzi
Perfume – what a bewitching mystery it is. Once freed from its confines, it can’t be seen, heard, tasted, or touched; it sits purely in the realm of smell, and as we all know, smell is highly evocative. Fragrance unexpectedly, inexplicably transports those caught in its spell to another time, another place, and […]
Discover the flavours of spring: Barker’s Foodstore
With the arrival of spring and warmer days, a weekend trip to Barker’s Foodstore has never been a better idea. The iconic Kiwi brand has created the perfect destination for escaping the hustle and bustle. Barker’s Foodstore and Eatery is a purpose-built landmark, set on the picturesque banks of the Waihi River in […]
gin gin’s simple delights
With warmer weather arriving, and longer, lighter evenings upon us, gin gin is in the full swing of spring. More than just a dining experience, the restaurant and bar has established itself as a destination offering exquisite food and drinks, and an atmosphere like no other. Their focus on local, fresh and refined […]
Conscious choices: Yonder
Sustainability is a hot topic right now, and the desire to purchase environmentally conscious products is growing every day. When it comes to the great outdoors, often those that love it want to protect it. And, when investing in items to wear, both in the mountains and in the city, it is a […]
City sights and delights
Strolling the streets is idyllic, however hopping aboard one of the city’s iconic heritage trams is an even better way to explore the inner city. Christchurch’s Central Business District (CBD) has much to offer visitors and locals alike, day and night. Aside from its beautiful heritage buildings, the inner garden city is a […]
European luxe from Mikko
Whether it’s art, fashion or fragrance, nobody does it better than the Europeans. Long have we looked to the style capitals of Milan, Paris and Madrid for inspiration; not to mention imitation. In footwear they excel; what is a wardrobe without the much-coveted Italian shoes or Spanish boots prominently on display? Mikko Shoes, […]
Hallmarks of quality: Canterbury Jewellers
In 1982, a jewellery shop in Christchurch first opened its doors. It was a business that would prosper, build a good name in the community and develop its own proud history. Nearly 40 years later and Canterbury Jewellers remains one of our country’s leading manufacturers of hand-crafted jewellery, engagement and wedding rings, signet […]
