Snapped! Local street style
What inspires the style of South Canterbury’s most fashionable ladies? Essence’s Larnya Bourdot took to the streets and played paparazzo to locals that caught her eye. Karen Smith, Owner of STOMPZ My style is simple and sophisticated with a bit of edge. I love a good matching ensemble; Briarwood do that well. […]
Cleaning up the lagoon
Mention Washdyke and one of the things that springs to mind is the lagoon. The Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon is a shallow, coastal lagoon north of Timaru – a wildlife sanctuary and refuge for birds, plants, and fish. The rocky reef of the lagoon was made from lava flow which turned to basalt after Mt Horrible erupted about […]
Protect to prolong
In the season when investing in your health and safety is paramount – protecting belongings is no less important. Your home and garden is your haven, filled with gorgeous, often costly pieces accumulated over time – especially outside. Spas, garden art, dining furniture and the like, all benefit from proper protection and preservation […]
Destination Washdyke
Washdyke is a thriving hub of local business, industry, retail, and services. Home to a wide range of trusted businesses, the area continues to grow as a convenient destination for everything from trade and transport to shopping, food, and lifestyle needs. Ashbury Outdoors Ashbury Outdoors, a locally owned business in South Canterbury, is […]
Heath the hospice cat
Words by Vera Spurr RN | Photos supplied by Hospice SC He has his own Facebook page and regularly gets fan mail and thank you cards. To mark Hospice Awareness Week this month, meet emotional support worker Heath from Hospice South Canterbury. Heath arrived at Hospice South Canterbury in 2022 after being adopted […]
Snapped! Local street style
What inspires the style of North Canterbury’s most fashionable ladies? Metropol’s Zoe Fenton took to the streets and played paparazzo to three locals that caught her eye. Celine Graham, shop ambassador at Louis Who “My style is eclectic and affordable. A mix of new and old. My big thing is you don’t have […]
High tea & hot spots North Canterbury
Want to take mum somewhere special for Mother’s Day? This is our pick of the best North Canterbury options. The Gateway Tavern afternoon tea, Hanmer Springs A special Mother’s Day event, The Gateway Tavern is taking bookings for afternoon tea designed to celebrate mum. Enjoy lemonade scones with jam and cream, lamingtons and […]
Creamy carrot & bacon soup recipe
Perfect for those wintry days, this heart-warming soup from the new book by Sue Heazlewood, Tangleby Everyday Recipes Book Two, is a delicious lunch when served with buttered and grilled ciabatta. Head along to the book’s launch on 21 May at North Canterbury Books. Ingredients | Serves 4 150g bacon, diced 1 tbsp […]
Shear joy
Words: Nina Tucker | Images: Dorothy McLennan Beverley Riverina Forrester’s award-winning wool fashion business was born from her rural North Canterbury farm and innovative, optimistic mind – a venture that took garments to New Zealand Fashion Week and international runways, and knitting kits to the world. I had to wade through sausage-making courses […]
Margaret Chapman: A life of impact
Words: Tamara Pitelen | Images: Aoraki Foundation and RWNZ A city girl who turned country, Margaret Chapman of Geraldine, is this year’s Aoraki Woman of the Year. From protesting on the steps of parliament to organising farm safety seminars, the award recognises her five decades of passionate advocating for the rights of rural […]
