Dr Megan Woods: The Influencers
One of the most exciting projects for the city right now is the Metro Sports Facility and it’s really ramping up, with the first major concrete pour for the site carried out recently. Ōtākaro have poured around 1100m3 of concrete for the foundations of the site. This is the first of […]
Leeann Watson: The Influencers
We were so excited to bring the Westpac Champion Business Awards to Canterbury once again – and what a night it was! Both of our Supreme Winners demonstrate the innovation and adaptability Canterbury has become known for – Ethique aims to rid the cosmetics industry of plastic bottles and make beauty […]
Final call for repair coverage: Precision Solutions
Following the 15 August Government policy announcement that owners of on-sold over-cap Canterbury properties can apply for an ex-gratia payment to cover repairs, Precision Solutions is urging locals to have their properties assessed. The policy gives homeowners 12 months (no later than 14 August 2020) to register their interest. […]
Luxurious Landscaping: Wood Ltd
When it comes to plants, landscaping, or even creating your own living roof, Wood Ltd is no stranger to creating unique, functional and beautiful spaces in any site. Specialising in combining meaningful, site-based design with thorough landscape construction, Wood Ltd is able to go above and beyond what is deemed to be […]
Ohoka’s big day out
For almost three decades, Ohoka has been welcoming visitors from all over the country to its annual Garden Tour and Fête. Featuring a self-guided tour of stunning local gardens and a gorgeous country fete at Ohoka School filled with local stallholders, food, raffles, entertainment and the ever-popular Pimms tent, […]
Iconic cafe the place to be: Brigitte’s
Nestled in the heart of Merivale for over 45 years, Brigitte’s is an iconic and well-loved café. With loyal customers visiting from all over the city and distant shores, many of their regulars include generations from the same families. “We have people who came in as children with […]
The benefits of customised homes: Designer Homes
It’s the same routine for most of us; get up, exercise, have breakfast, go to work, work, come home, make tea, go to bed, repeat. However, what about other commitments? Picking the kids up from school, weekly shopping, meeting clients and hosting functions? Let’s face it, when you arrive home at the […]
Time for spring maintenance: Maxwell Plumbing
Now that spring has officially sprung, it’s a great time to start thinking about ticking off those general maintenance jobs around the home. Tasks like fixing dripping taps, checking hot water cylinders for leaks and cleaning spoutings, are all high on agendas following the end of the winter months. […]












