Serve, solve, shoot: Serve Social
Here’s how to hold an event that hits the bullseye. Christchurch’s St Asaph Street is home to everything imaginable in the events arena – activities to excite and food and drink for refuelling. Serve Social is built for laughs, team-building, and bragging rights that always make their way back to the office. Picture […]
A peaceful Akaroa getaway:
Mt Vernon Lodge
Discover the ultimate destination for relaxation at this mindfully curated Banks Peninsula accommodation and venue. The serene location of Mt Vernon Lodge is nestled in the hills overlooking Akaroa Harbour. It provides the perfect escape for city dwellers needing to cut loose from the stresses of Monday to Friday, to celebrate something special. […]
Southern hospitality: Texas Grill
Flame-grilled fare and flavour is on the menu. Bringing the bold spirit of the American South to the heart of Christchurch, Texas Bar and Grill is where flame meets flavour in spectacular style. Think juicy steaks, smoky brisket, handcrafted cocktails, and a whole lot of Southern charm. Step inside this wood-fired wonderland and […]
Adventure uplevelled in Hanmer Springs: Hanmer Springs Attractions
If your family or corporate team is full of thrillseekers, look no further than Hanmer Springs Attractions, the district’s premium Qualmark Gold adventure tourism provider. Choose from jet boating, quad bike and buggy treks, river rafting, paintball, and bungy jumping – these activities test and build resilient relationships within your team. New to […]
A home for global events
Discover the best Christchurch has to offer in spaces, places and services for hosting special events. Fast becoming an internationally recognised provider of world-class events and conferences, Christchurch is beating out fierce competition from cities like Auckland, Sydney and more, to bring global events here. Recently, we won the bid to host the […]
Fashion fundraiser: Harbour Couture charity gala
“Fundraising to pay for the rebuild of Governors Bay jetty has always been an innovative affair,” smiles Louisa Eades, secretary of the Governors Bay Jetty Restoration Trust. “We’ve done art auctions, a golf day, music festivals, Santa photos, and a board game.” Next up is Harbour Couture, a fashion gala at the Loons […]
Editor’s note: Star-struck and spaced out
Can we see our future in the stars? No, I’m not talking about astrology, horoscopes and Zodiac signs (although I’m a Leo so I do love reading about myself). I’m talking about space, the final frontier, and whether the future prosperity of Canterbury could be built on an aerospace industry. Why aerospace? Apparently, […]
Frame & fortune
Summoning nostalgia Nigel Buxton is a Christchurch based artist who is known to often explore the painting tradition of trompe l’oeil, beautifully capturing depth in his luscious oil paintings. Find this piece at PG gallery192, 192 Bealey Ave, Christchurch. Mountainous allure Jane Riley paints with flair, as illustrated in Colourful Coast – Mt […]
Creative Canterbury
Canterbury is the place to be if you’re seeking creative spirit and stimulation – and the spotlight is on our young artists. “Ōtautahi has so many empty windows and so many incredible artists. Projects like this show that we don’t need big budgets or permanent venues to support our artists and activate our city.” […]
Selling the dream: Colliers
We chat with lifestyle property specialist Sally Hargreaves. Q. What types of property do you sell? “I sell lifestyle properties. From coastal homes and holiday baches by the river to family houses, gardens, catteries and unique lifestyle blocks across North Canterbury and Selwyn. Growing up on a Canterbury farm, I understand the deep […]
