Hottest Happenings

Winter got you bored? We’ve curated an itinerary of all the latest and greatest events happening over the coming weeks in colourful North Canterbury. Jot these in your diary!       KETO 101 SEMINAR Interested in adopting the Keto diet but not sure where to start? We’ve got the event for […]

Improving brain health

The New Zealand Brain Research Institute (NZBRI) has three main charitable aims: to reveal new knowledge about the brain and its dysfunction; to improve the standard of care for people with neurological disorders, locally, nationally and globally, and to educate clinicians, scientists, and the public on brain research findings and techniques.   […]

Complete fire rating solutions: Smoke Control New Zealand

Natural light and fresh air are the holy grail of commercial space and office workers everywhere, but so often Building Code regulations prevent the installation of standard windows, let alone windows that open up to the outside world.     Buildings on a city block can end up with windows front and […]

Gear Up for Winter

When the temperatures start dropping, it’s time to think about protecting yourself and your team from the elements.     With the cold’s ability to lead to fatigue and affect decision-making, it can also lead to an increase in injuries. Staff are also more inclined to take shortcuts to finish the job […]

Sweet new chocolate craze: Patisserie Yahagi

Chocolate is arguably the most universally loved treat in the world. However, for the last 80 years just three types of chocolate – dark, milk and white have been available. This finally changed in 2017 with the exciting innovation of a fourth chocolate type.     The name of this new style […]

Rebuilding Faces: Lovebite

An extensive and holistic understanding of his profession has earnt Lovebite’s Richard Greenlees a reputation as a true artist and a global leader in the dental profession, creating perfectly formed dentures with the ability to rebuild the facial structure from the inside out, dentures which are indistinguishable from natural teeth; handmade, bespoke […]

Time to In-Vest

If you were caught in a vest pre-2015, one might think you were trapped in a time warp. But walk down the street today and they’re everywhere, and it’s not hard to see why.     Not only has this 80s trend worked its way back into our lives, but it’s been […]

Fabulous Feet!: Feet First Podiatry

In the 24 years they’ve been operating from their premises in Upper Riccarton, Feet First Podiatry truly has been putting the feet of our community first.     Podiatrist and Owner/Director of Feet First, Charlotte Russell, says the well-established clinic takes pride in being a general, family friendly podiatry practice. “We see […]

Winter Warmers: Beauty Sense

On point winter looks from Youngblood Mineral Makeup.     From the perfect pout to the radiance of a dewy complexion, there’s something for everyone in the Youngblood Mineral Makeup collection. We’ve checked out some of our favourites. HOTSHOT + POPPY Get up close and personal with comfortable matte perfection. Intimatte Mineral […]

An award-winning oasis: Lotus at Siam

Just a 15-minute drive from the heart of the Christchurch CBD in peaceful Cashmere is Lotus at Siam Thai Day Spa, owned by Duncan and Jeerana Laing, a motivated couple passionate about luxury and relaxation. A quiet city oasis, the award-winning day spa features a private lake, majestic swans and award-winning gardens […]