A place to call home: Merivale Retirement Village
“This is a marvelous place to call home – a place we are really proud of.” That’s the feeling of the residents of Merivale Retirement’s striking new facility on Somme Street. Designed by Marc Barron of Jerram Tocker Barron Architects and built by Jones and Wyatt Construction, the building exudes […]
Getting winter ready
We’re all familiar with the importance of getting your vehicle ready for winter – checking your battery, antifreeze levels, wiper blades and tread – but did you know there are some pretty integral steps that can be done to winterise your humble abode too? Better yet, get in the pros […]
Chinese dining hotspot: Taichi Restaurant
Using the same techniques and recipes perfected by their Cantonese ancestors, Christchurch restaurant, Taichi, has developed a popular and loyal following. The chefs at the Chinese dining hotspot, conveniently located at Spitfire Square, prepare only the freshest herbs and vegetables, many of which are grown locally at the family farm. […]
Scarborough’s hidden gem: Ocean Café and Bar
At the end of the Christchurch coastal pathway, Ocean Café and Bar is a true hidden gem. Park your car in Ferrymead, Redcliffs or Sumner Village, stroll along the esplanade towards Scarborough Hill, and there it is. Don’t let the weather deter you from discovering Ocean’s delicious food, service and […]
Exclusive design range hits Christchurch: TRENZSEATER
Leading furniture and interior design company, TRENZSEATER, has announced it is now the exclusive New Zealand distributor for one of Europe’s largest luxury brands for home furnishings, Eichholtz. Eichholtz is renowned for its opulent scale and grand statement pieces through its collection of designer furniture, lighting and accessories. It has […]
Gorgeous shoes, rebooted: Robin Pierre
Robin Pierre of Auckland is delighted to introduce its new Christchurch store on Victoria Street. This destination store steps glamorously into the shoes of the original Robin Pierre in Merivale that closed its doors in March. Robin Pierre in Victoria Street has refreshed the original Robin Pierre Christchurch concept. They […]
A gorgeous, opulent concert!
Hot on the heels of smash-hit 2018 Showbiz Christchurch production, Broadway Hitmen, comes the fabulous concert The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. With artistic direction by Ravil Atlas and Richard Marrett conducting, this promises to be the show to banish your winter blues and have you singing all the way home […]
Solid Business Growth: Eastmure & Associates
Chartered Accountant Peter Eastmure is proud of the boutique accountancy firm he has spent over ten years building. It’s the kind of firm that is tailor made for the SME. Relationships are central to the success of any business and this is true of Eastmure & Associates, and its clients’ businesses. […]
A Winning Journey: LINK
“It was totally unexpected, but absolutely thrilling.” Katherine Shepherd, Sales Manager of LINK Christchurch and South Island, recalls the moment at last month’s international conference in Bangkok when her team was announced as the global winner of the LINK Spirit Award. “There are 28 LINK offices around the world, so […]
Cornerstone of social life: Elmswood Retirement Village
Fun, friendship, family and stimulation are the cornerstones of social life at Elmswood Retirement Village. “Every month features a theme for our entertainment and activities,” Sales Consultant Donna Monk says. “We had a whale of a time in March, when the theme was dance.” The village hosted ‘The Elmswood Hop’; […]
