Reform is the right move for the building and construction sector
Fairer liability rules in the building and construction sector is the right move says the New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors. Introducing proportional liability into the building and construction sector is a long-overdue step toward a fairer and more functional system. The changes, which were announced last month by Building and Construction Minister […]
Christchurch Airport CEO Justin Watson: Strong performance for the airport
Christchurch Airport returns $33.5 million to the city. This year has brought strong numbers, but what I’m most proud of is our multiplier impact for our city, the South Island and its people. We’ve welcomed more international travellers with new and expanded airline services, meaning more visitors enjoying local restaurants, hotels, attractions and […]
Trade Me Property Gavin Lloyd: Cashmere property searches hit record highs
The numbers are in and five Christchurch suburbs are top of the property pops. We’ve crunched this year’s data to ascertain the most popular areas, with five stand-outs emerging. The top spot, and the most popular, as measured by searches on Trade Me Property, is Cashmere with over a million searches this year […]
ChristchurchNZ CEO Alison Adams: Christchurch’s cleantech future is here
Need an ice-breaker at dinner parties? Hydrogen fuel and rocks are the talk of the town. You might not think hydrogen fuel and olivine rock make for great dinner conversation – but in Christchurch, they’re sparking something bigger: a cleantech movement that’s at the heart of our city’s future. For more information, go […]
Refresh a functioning kitchen: MF Turnbull
How much value can a refreshed kitchen add to a home on the market? Better yet – what difference could it make to your quality of living (and cooking)? We asked the team behind MF Turnbull, who have been recycling and revitalising the kitchens of Canterbury for over 35 years. One recent job […]
Celebrating Canterbury’s finest homes: Canterbury Region Master Builders House of the Year Awards
Standout local builders have received top honours in the recent Canterbury Region Master Builders House of the Year Awards. Here, we highlight our pick of the best. A closer look at the craftsmanship, design, and vision behind this year’s winning homes. The Canterbury Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards recognise and […]
Tiny & terrific show home: Versatile Homes
Thinking of a new home? A seaside bach? An investment property? Look no further than one of Canterbury’s most stylish show homes, the Advantage 65. From Versatile Homes, this stunning pavilion-style dwelling is compact yet clever in its layout providing oodles of space. Measuring 65m2, it comprises a galley kitchen, concealed laundry, spacious […]
Business confidence levelling off:
Business Canterbury
The latest Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey shows local businesses are holding steady yet confidence is failing to lift. After a strong rebound late last year, confidence has steadied in 2025 rather than continuing its upward climb, with consumer demand slower to recover and global uncertainty still casting a shadow. That said, the outlook […]
A simple refresh
Before spring arrives, turn your neglected winter DIY into DI-Done. Set aside a weekend or two and let the three P’s show the way to a refreshed home and garden. 1. PAINT Inside and outside, paint peels and deteroriates with winter weather. Walk through your home and note any spots that could do […]
Louvres for outdoor living:
Louvre Solutions
Protecting your guests from the elements of all seasons means you can extend outdoor entertaining year-round. Your outdoor area shouldn’t need to go into hibernation in cold weather, says Craig Rogers of Louvre Solutions. Optimise your space with a louvre roof and enjoy entertaining even in unpredictable weather. His team is here to […]
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