Louvres for outdoor living:
Louvre Solutions

Protecting your guests from the elements of all seasons means you can extend outdoor entertaining year-round. Your outdoor area shouldn’t need to go into hibernation in cold weather, says Craig Rogers of Louvre Solutions. Optimise your space with a louvre roof and enjoy entertaining even in unpredictable weather. His team is here to […]

Hospitality’s holy grail: Auditing Solutions

Canterbury’s hospitality scene is flourishing – with many successful businesses juggling multiple sites and registration fees. The solution? A single food control plan and team of local food and safety experts. Working closely with food businesses to verify that food control plans are both compliant with the Food Act 2014 and well-suited to […]

Ben’s work a benchmark:
Trenzseater

Distinguished Christchurch interior designer Ben Lewis adds another three accolades to his long list of achievements on the world stage. His work for luxury furniture, furnishings and homeware store, TRENZSEATER, graces countless Canterbury homes, and now, for the ninth consecutive year, Ben Lewis receives significant recognition as a finalist in the International Design […]

Let’s keep up the momentum:
Te Pae GM Ross Steele

It’s been just over three years since Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre opened its doors for its first conference. In that time, our city’s business events scene, and the wider economic impact of these events, have gone from strength to strength. Te Pae Christchurch has been successful, however, this year the new convention […]

Property with purpose, people at heart: Craig Mills – Bayleys

Are you looking for a new home in Christchurch? Whether you’re buying your first home, upsizing, or preparing to sell, Craig Mills from Bayleys Canterbury offers real estate experience grounded in care, clarity, and real value. With years of experience supporting people through some of life’s biggest transitions, Craig brings a calm, genuine, […]

Sheraton comes to Christchurch

The iconic Noah’s Hotel is about to get a $150 million facelift under the international Sheraton Hotels and Resorts brand. Marking a significant chapter in Christchurch’s ongoing regeneration and growing reputation as a world-class destination for leisure and business travel, the city is soon to be home to Sheraton Christchurch. Set to open […]

Keeping it personal

Meaningful connection makes smart marketing for small businesses. For small businesses with limited time, resources and budgets, the most effective marketing strategy is not about chasing likes, clicks, or vanity metrics. It’s about making meaningful connections with the right customers – where, when, and how they’re most open to engaging. First, understand the […]

Nest-egg investing: Alistair Bean

Are you missing out on later-in-life lump sum growth due to a few simple errors? One of the most critical considerations when investing is when you’re planning on spending your wealth, as a whole or in parts. This is called short, medium and longer-term investing (or planning), says financial adviser Alistair Bean. “For […]

Form & fit: Maxwell Fashion

Fashion retailer Rosalie Maxwell knows women aged 50 plus love to dress with style yet struggle to find garments to suit their shape and lifestyle. Now, she spends her time sifting through sartorial finds for her boutique that has a point of difference – a body-conscious shopping experience. Everyday wear with edge. Comfortable […]

Men’s trends

What do men want? Menswear expert Mike Lawrence weighs in on the latest trends in shape and silhouette, and his spring style predictions. In line with the ‘more is more’ movement, layering is receiving a lot of love, says Mike Lawrence, marketing manager at New Zealand menswear fashion house Barkers. The practicality of […]