Dr Megan Woods: The Influencers
One of the things I’m most proud of being able to help deliver as part of our Government is Mana Ake – Stronger for Tomorrow – a new mental health programme that gives every young person in Canterbury access to a mental health worker through their school. This policy is now […]
James Gough: Christchurch City Councillor
Results for the Christchurch City Council’s Life in Christchurch survey are out for 2019 and nearly two thirds of respondents say they feel positively about our central city. This is good news and probably in-line with expectations given the progress we have seen over the past 12 months. Hospitality tenancies on […]
Leeann Watson: The Influencers
There is no doubt that our region has been through some challenging times over the last few years, so coming together for something positive has never been more important. That’s why we are so excited about our upcoming Westpac Champion Business Awards. The Chamber has been organising these business awards for […]
Marian Johnson: The Influencers
At Ministry of Awesome, we support innovation and high growth startups because we know that a dynamic startup ecosystem will transform this city with future jobs, industries and global relevance. For NZ startups, it’s been challenging to access the capital required to scale global from NZ. But the fundraising landscape is […]
Smart Relevelling System: Smartlift
Smartlift is a Christchurch based company that developed and delivers a patented system to lift and re-level foundations and floors in residential and commercial buildings. Since the earthquakes, Smartlift has successfully completed 637 levelling projects. This means that not only are the buildings being saved and reinsured, they typically end […]
Bespoke Builds: Green Builders
Specialising in large-scale renovations and bespoke architectural builds means the team at Green Builders is used to thinking outside the box. Company founder Reuben Green has turned his 10-year background in building, and time spent in Melbourne where he worked on high-end renovations, into a skilled operation that includes six […]
Crunchy Carnival Salad Recipe
This spicy and sweet salad brings together all our favourite flavours from the famous Notting Hill Carnival – great for a relaxed healthy lunch on a sunny day. Make extra to pack into a lunchbox. It also goes really well with griddled tofu or jackfruit roasted in a spicy jerk or BBQ […]
Kasbah Date Scones – Recipe by Allyson Gofton
Date scones are a perennial favourite. Here I’ve given them a make-over with an amazing spice blend with flavours redolent of the markets of Fez, Morocco. INGREDIENTS DATE FILLING 2 cups well-packed stoned dates, chopped Grated rind of 1 orange ½ cup orange juice (or use water) 2 teaspoons kasbah […]
Winter shoe style: Style Footwear Ashburton
From slippers to snow boots, the shelves are groaning with gorgeous footwear at Style Footwear Ashburton. The team – Melissa, Brian and Trudy – are thrilled with the winter range and hope customers will be too. Strong again this season is ankle boots – there are a few long boots […]
Inspiring design creativity: Polished Diamonds
The practice of jewellery gifting may be firmly rooted in tradition, but the process leading up to the gifting has been modernised. Technology has revolutionised the art of jewellery design and manufacturing, inspiring greater creativity and granting more autonomy. In a market flushed with the ordinary, Polished Diamonds is turning […]
