Exceptional in the South
For as long as he can remember, James Rabbette, of Rabbette Ltd, has been involved in the building industry. Growing up with a father who was a builder meant James loved spending almost every school holiday on site with his dad and, after starting a New Zealand Diploma in Business […]
Get your running fix
Hanmer Springs is the go-to hub for all things sports – so what are you waiting for? Slip on your running shoes and prepare to get your sweat on with one of these upcoming sporting events. The Hanmer 4 & 8 Hour Mountain Bike Races Saturday 21 March 2020 Hanmer Springs Forest […]
Head into the city
The summer break, for some people, means days and sometimes even weeks to fill. Arguably, there’s only so many times you can go to the beach or trudge the lengths of your local malls. We’ve put together a few of our favourite hotspots to check out this summer. Watch This […]
What’s happening North Canterbury?
Waitangi Day in the Waimakariri Make a beeline to Rangiora for a full day of affordable fun with the family, which promises action aplenty this Waitangi Day, Thursday 6 February. Inflatafest All things inflatable in a kaleidoscope of colour will be bouncing about at Victoria Park in Percival Street, Rangiora, on […]
What’s on in Kaiapoi?
Whether you’re local, new in town or looking for a day trip for the family, there’s something for everyone in this bustling township. Kaiapoi Fun Run Date: Sunday 8 March Location: Kaiapoi Borough School (Raven Quay)It’s time to get your run on! The Kaiapoi Fun Run is a community event […]
Arapawa’s Precious Pearls
Family owned and operated Arapawa Blue Pearls showcases the majestic side of paua in New Zealand. Local to the Marlborough Sounds, these pearls and jewellery are cultured in this special part of the South Island. These pearls are created by placing a seed in a paua shell and allowing them […]
A lush garden retreat
Ashburton’s Lushington Garden Gifts and Café is a trove of pleasure. Delighting the senses, it’s the ideal break on a journey, the perfect destination itself for a few hours’ treat with friends, or a soul-restoring solo escape. The garden centre is award-winning and you can see why, with its beautiful […]
Popular new pickle product: Gordon’s Picklery
Gordon’s Picklery owner Janice Burnett is truly passionate about pickles and her latest product is proving to be popular. The ‘Original Gordon’s’ Dill Stacker and Dill Pickle, made with a well-pronounced hit of dill and perfectly balanced with garlic and 100 percent natural spices, is available long-sliced or whole. Fresh, […]
Cuisine for Christmas: Pasta Vera
With the arrival of both expected and unexpected guests at Christmas, or hungry teenagers and uni students returning home for the holidays , Pasta Vera can help take the stress out of feeding extra mouths over the busy festive season. Pasta Vera’s best-selling homestyle lasagne is a tasty and convenient […]
Rural gem: Route 72
Us urban dwellers often forget the little rural gems that lie beyond the boundaries of Christchurch. One such gem is Route 72 Café Bar Emporium in the charming country village of Cust, just a 40-minute drive from the city. Nestled in the heart of the village, Route 72 is a […]
