Come one, come all: Ashburton Boulevard Day

Ashburton’s Boulevard Day is Mid Canterbury’s finest shopping event. This year marks the 45th running of this exclusive fete in the heart of Ashburton. Organisers are overwhelmed at the amazing feedback for holding the fete in the Ashburton Domain, and this year promises a new and exciting atmosphere. They will be showcasing […]

Experience the magic: Kaikoura

Just over two hours north of Canterbury, a drive through rolling hills and wineries will lead you to a stunning, winding coastal road to the beautiful town Kaikōura. The perfect place for a weekend getaway, Kaikoura is full of adventure, incredible scenery, local delights and good old, small-town charm. Here is an […]

Creative outlets for all: Art-East Christchurch

Art-East Christchurch was recently awarded the Arts Access Holdsworth Creative Space Award 2021, for its rich mix of art projects that empower artists with alcohol or drug addiction issues, mental ill-health, isolation, and institutionalisation. The award is a part of the annual Te Putanga Toi Arts Access Awards.   “I’m still processing […]

Versatile venue with views: Brinkley Resort

The Southern Alps are at their majestic best at this time of year; a stunning snowy backdrop for your conference or special event at Brinkley Resort in Methven.   “The conference facility is very versatile,” says the resort’s general manager Paul Creswick. “It can be set-up as boardroom-style, theatre-style or subdivided into […]

Experts in events: Multi Events Ltd

If you are looking for a company to manage your event from start to finish, or to simply take charge of one or more aspects, Multi Events Ltd can cater to any client’s requests. With a proven track record, its ethos is that in the event business, people always come first. Through […]

Make your event memorable: Rossendale Events

It’s definitely not one dimensional. Adaptability is the key at the Rossendale Events venue with its versatile indoor rooms and acres of outdoor area.   Possible ways of using the spaces are endless. It’s played host to seminars, product launches, corporate dinners, yoga retreats and even school leavers’ dinners – and it’s […]

Exciting city venues: Christchurch Attractions

The opening of Te Pae, Christchurch’s convention centre, has been confirmed for late October and already bookings are rolling in.   This is exciting news for the team at Christchurch Attractions, with the company delighting to feature the most iconic attractions our city has to offer for conference and business delegates. “A […]

Savvy speaking

  Tongue-tied? Don’t know what to say or how to say it? You’re not alone when it comes to public speaking.   Many otherwise savvy business men and women shy away from stepping up to the podium and making themselves heard. There’s a big difference between talking to yourself in the mirror […]

From the editor: 5 August 2021

Welcome back to another exciting issue. This issue is a bumper one, full of reading and ideas if you’re planning a conference, a special event or even a wedding. Canterbury is full of gorgeous venues, offering unique spaces for all manner of get-togethers from small corporate gatherings to large-scale celebrations and conferences. […]

A new cultural icon: Te Pae

Cantabrians won’t have to hold their breath for much longer with the imminent opening of the iconic Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in October.   While the centre will bring a host of national and international conventions to the city, this stunning facility is also set up to host local events and […]