Mabel the therapy dog: Te Rōhutu Whio school, Rolleston
One Rolleston school has an unusual staff member. Mabel works full-time as a therapy dog and reading buddy. At Te Rōhutu Whio school in Rolleston, one of the most reassuring faces belongs to Mabel, a therapy dog who for three years has been offering students comfort, companionship and a patient audience. “I’m certain […]
Jockeys and gees gees: Golden Mile Tavern
The Templeton tavern that brings Cup and Show Week to life. There’s nowhere quite like the Golden Mile Tavern for celebrating New Zealand Cup and Show Week from 7 to 14 November. While the pub is a hub for horse racing all year round, Cup Week is the biggest event of the year […]
Rural raceday style – Whistle & Pop
At its roots, Cup and Show Week celebrates the coming together of town and country, anchored by premium agricultural and elite equestrian events. South Island accessories brand Whistle & Pop shares a similar origin: sophisticated jewellery with a rural twist. We’ve handpicked these pieces so you can capture the essence of Cup and […]
Unplug from city life – Village Lake Luxury Apartments
Easy romantic weekend or midweek escape? Head out to this luxury hideaway in the heart of Hanmer Springs. Surprising and delighting visitors with its natural beauty for years, Hanmer Springs surpasses itself by laying on wonderfully serene comfort and relaxation after a day of adventure and fun. The five-star Village Lake Luxury Apartments […]
Fleece to fabulous: Wool Zone Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show
From fleece to fashion, furnishings, skincare, and fireproof clothing, step inside the Wool Zone at the Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show next month to find the innovators showcasing the incredible potential of wool. From raw wool straight off the farm to beautifully finished products, the Wool Zone (part of the Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show […]
Nailed it – Zara’s Beauty Room
It only comes around once a year, so let your nails turn heads this Cup and Show Week. “I’ve always been passionate about nail art,” says Zara Spiers, owner of Zara’s Beauty Room in Spreydon. “For me, nails are a mini canvas, and I love turning them into something beautiful. It’s important because […]
Dress for the occasion – Darcy Boutique
Cup and Show Week brings a little extra excitement to Christchurch. It’s a chance to dress up, embrace colour – but where do you find something that makes you feel fabulous? For Darcy Boutique owner Victoria Knutson, that sense of occasion is one of the joys of curating each season’s collection. “I’ve always […]
Visit the Wool Zone at the Canterbury A&P Show
Don’t miss three jam-packed days of rural celebration from 11 to 13 November… with the biggest ever space given to the Wool Zone this year. F rom live music and roving performers to lawnmower racing and duck herding, since 1863, the A&P Show has brought the country into town for three unforgettable days […]
Geraldine’s summer fête
Enjoy the trip to the beautiful Stover Farm in Geraldine on 5 November for a day of summer fun, shopping and social celebrations. Now in its 17th year and attracting visitors from all over New Zealand, the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 5 November is a perfect day to reconnect with friends and […]
Catering connoisseurs – Halswell Bakery
Business meetings, family celebrations or office shout – whatever you’re celebrating, freshly baked savouries and slices will win the day. F ood is the star of any event, cultivating joy and lively chatter between guests, so it pays to have a catering team who knows what works. Fortunately, the Halswell Bakery has your […]
