Fendalton finest
For its stunning design of a Fendalton home, Christchurch-based design practice PRau Architects has taken home a win in the New Zealand Institute of Architects regional awards. Just like it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a team to create a stunning home. From the vision of the architect to […]
Snug as a rug
There’s nothing like layering with a beautiful rug for creating warm and inviting spaces in your home during winter. While summer calls for minimalism, winter is the season for more – more colour, more texture, more layers to create cosy and nurturing interiors. Where to start? From the floor up. The right rug […]
Enter the grid: Grid Games
Are you quick enough? A new and unique kind of entertainment that blends gaming with agility brings a real-life “floor is lava” experience to Christchurch. Three longtime friends with a passion for gaming and strong links to Christchurch have launched a unique entertainment experience in the city, introducing locals to the interactive world […]
Englebert Humperdinck, the man of love going strong at 90
Sunday 28 June was a cold evening in Christchurch, so leaving the warmth of a fire to head out wasn’t an easy decision. Added to that was some uncertainty about what to expect from an Engelbert Humperdinck concert. After all, he had just turned 90, and while I knew many of his […]
North Canterbury Women in Business
Our region is brimming with brilliant and innovative businesses – some of the most successful are run by the 11 women in this special feature showcasing the skills and talents of local wāhine toa. Deb Riach, co-owner, Coffee Worx The idea to start a coffee business quite literally came to Deb Riach […]
Matariki in Canterbury
A few ways to celebrate Matariki with your friends and whānau. 8-11 July, Tātai Whetū, Tātai Tangata Head along to the heart of Ōtautahi to celebrate the rise of Puanga and Matariki through light, art, culture and whānau. Enjoy this free, cultural festival featuring an array of artistic, cultural and lighting displays, as […]
Apartment & townhouse experts: Apartment dept – Braziers
Christchurch is one of New Zealand’s top property investment markets, which has created demand for premium property sales and management. Meet the experts. Welcome to Christchurch’s apartment and townhouse experts. “At Apartment dept through Braziers, we sell and manage apartments and townhouses. With almost 2000 apartments within the CBD and 38,000 townhouses sprinkled […]
Comfort, care and community: Rosebank Village
A peaceful and supportive environment where you and your loved ones can feel safe, secure, and genuinely cared for? Priceless. For many people, retirement is about having freedom to spend more time doing the things they enjoy, without the ongoing responsibilities that come with maintaining a larger home. At Rosebank Village in Ashburton, […]
Where imagination takes flight: Minnies Preschool and Nursery
Somewhere in the heart of Merivale, brush strokes tell stories, playgrounds become castles, and Canterbury kids are given every opportunity to imagine. Play is the best way for young children to learn,” says Cathy Smits, centre manager at Minnies Preschool and Nursery, where imagination runs wild. “We know children are naturally curious, so […]
Ready Player Hanmer: Pixel Planet
A space-age adventure has found its home in Hanmer Springs, introducing a range of attractions the village has never seen before. A virtual reality rollercoaster might seem an unlikely addition to an alpine village better known for mountain views and thermal pools. But for Hanmer Springs, the future has arrived in the form […]
