Say it with flowers: Alpine Florist and Gifts
Alpine Florist and Gifts is a boutique floral studio located in the heart of Methven township with a reputation for beautiful, long-lasting, fresh flower bouquets and arrangements. Owner and florist Dale Tapp is excited to announce the recent move to an online shop via her website www.alpineflorist.co.nz. “Just like our […]
Residential Mastery: Angus Chisholm Builders
The team at Angus Chisholm Builders Limited may specialise in residential builds, but did you know their scope of work extends into renovations, earthquake repairs and hill work? No matter what project you have in mind, they’re happy to discuss all jobs both large and small, and everything in between. That […]
Canterbury designers take a bow
Six out of the 10 award-winning projects at the 2019 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, one of New Zealand’s most prestigious architecture awards, are by Christchurch designers. 145 entries were received from some of the most talented designers across the country. The awards were held on Friday 18 October in Queenstown. […]
Savvy storage: here’s how
Stuff; we all have it and it’s great – until it gets in your way and becomes unwieldy, annoying clutter. We need clear space to think; to feel; to be; a space that allows us to gather ourselves while we rest from the stimulation of the outside world. With smaller […]
Mummy mugs make waves
When it comes to looking after children, it’s all too easy to forget to look after yourself. A group of Sumner mums have teamed up with talented potter Tatyanna Meharry to encourage mums across New Zealand to take five minutes to themselves to have a cuppa, with the proceeds going to support […]
Book Now! Piccadilly Bookshop
Some may say that books are going out of fashion, but a visit to Piccadilly Bookshop in Avonhead Mall tells quite a different story, as publishers and authors vie for your attention throughout the store. With Christmas just around the corner, and all those leisure hours of summer holidays beckoning for relaxation, […]
Fashion craze
If you’ve taken a trip out to Kaiapoi recently, you’ll know it’s transformed into a happening hub of activity. Delighted to be part of this refreshed township is the team at funky fashion boutique, Craze Fashion. The moment you walk into Craze’s inviting new store, you are embraced by colour […]
Reasons to head to Hanmer
Hanmer Springs – that magical place which offers something for everyone! The sub-alpine town is gearing up for holiday time, with entertainment, gourmet dining and an interesting array of boutique shops and galleries to enjoy, not to mention that pivotal attraction – the gorgeous springs, which features six different types of pool […]
Just in: West Coast Whitebait: Red Post Cafe
With the days getting longer and the nights shorter, now is as good a time as any to enjoy some spring dining and quality eats with your nearest and dearest at Culverden’s Red Post Café. Situated on Highfield Street, and facing onto SH7, Red Post Café can be found […]
A sumptuous spread: Purple Weka Cafe and Bar
It’s nearly the end of the decade – time to shout the team a well-earned Purple Weka spread. Purple Weka Café and Bar is open and humming at 6am, so people can park outside the door to grab their catering order for get togethers in the boardroom or tradies’ toolbox […]
