Botanic Gardens tour & Punting on the Avon: Christchurch Attractions
The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. The 50-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle departs from behind the Peacock Fountain and travels through the key garden areas, offering a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area. Discover […]
A Sunday suggestion: West Melton Community Market
A strong sense of community in the West Melton township led to the establishment of their community market three years ago. Today, the market has gained such a reputation for the variety of its stalls and casual, friendly vibe that people from outside the area often visit. There is also a waiting list […]
NZ Cup Week is back: Riccarton Park and Addington Raceway
Our beautiful garden city comes alive during Cup Week. Fill the calendar and feel the excitement. Riccarton Park A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld […]
Master of Millinery
Fresh from the races and heading into the summer season, award-winning Christchurch designer Susi Meares, of Seventh and Figg, won best young designer at Riccarton Park Races this year and her avant-garde creations made the front page of The Press. With the races done and dusted, we caught up with the […]
In spectacular fashion
Christchurch kicked up its heels in spectacular fashion for the last Christchurch Casino New Zealand Trotting Cup of the decade. It was a perfect sunny day for the 116th Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup Day at Addington – the event of the year that approximately 20,000 people would not have […]
Fashion, frocks & fascinators
A spectacle of racing will entertain the crows, celebratory bubbles will clink and fabulous fashion will feature because, for as long as we can remember, fashion has been inextricably entwined with horse racing. And although fierce competition between trainers, drivers and breeders is a timeless feature of the sport, the […]
A very fine fete: Geraldine Summer Fete
This year marks the 10th birthday of Canterbury’s finest fête. Begin Cup Week celebrations early with a relaxing day out at the Geraldine Summer Fête. On Thursday 7 November from 9:30am-4pm, 200 stalls will showcase amazing products and gifts – from gorgeous jewellery to handmade furniture and delicious food – […]
Sanitation sorted: Dakins Group
Husband and wife team Diane Dakin and Jay Ritchie of the Dakins Group are proud and passionate of their reputation for providing portable toilet and bathroom facilities for more 60 years. The family-run business covers all kinds of events in Canterbury and beyond. “The largest events we provide portable […]
Adorn it with flowers: Ilam Florist
Renowned for their flowers and quality service, Ilam Florist brings more than 20 years of experience and expertise to customers in Christchurch and beyond. They have a beautiful and wide selection of flowers for all occasions, be it births, weddings, bereavements, corporate events, anniversaries, flowers of congratulations, or even just […]
Kick off the Cup action: Savoire Cafe
If you’re planning a day of glamour and horse racing action this Cup Day, why not kick it all off in style with Savoire Café of Merivale’s popular Breakfast, Bubbles & Bus experience. The occasion has become an important event on the calendar for the local eatery, situated on the […]
