Moving On
Christmas is the time for families, making memories and celebrating. For some of us, this is the time that we notice that our parents have aged. They walk a bit slower, simple tasks are no longer as easy as they were and you see them struggling. Making the decision to talk to […]
Legal expertise
Great lawyers must bring more to the table than traditional expertise and experience. Today they must have an affinity with people in all their diversity, earn trust, have great communication and reporting skills, be in tune with the quickly changing social context, and do the whole job in a cost-effective way. […]
Just scooting around
As the new face of our city emerges with the revitalising rebuild well underway, we’re discovering new ways of getting about that are practical, sustainable, cost-effective and fun! Electric Scooters Canterbury are proud to be at the forefront of meeting the needs of Christchurch commuters by providing quality selected scooters […]
A taste of Bavaria
World-renowned Cantabrian brothers Theo, Alex and Marcel, of Geisen wine fame, are the creative force behind one of the latest additions to hospo hotspot Riverside Market – Kaiser Brew Garden. Fiercely committed to Christchurch, the German-Kiwi trio have collaborated with local hospitality personality Campbell Parker and expert brewer Dicky Fife […]
Your time to zipline!
Adventure (noun): an unusual and exciting or daring experience An exhilarating mix of adrenalin, speed and nature, ziplining is sweeping the world as a fun, safe alternative for thrill-seekers wanting to experience the sensation of flying. Editor Melinda Collins heads up the hill to check out the ziplining facilities at Christchurch Adventure […]
Thrilling theatrical magic
It’s a fantastical lead up to Christmas as the curtain rises on The Court Theatre’s spectacular summer season of The Wind in the Willows, which was last performed there in 1995. Director Ross Gumbley says audiences can expect thrilling theatrical magic, whether they’ve seen the show before or not. “Our approach […]
Fabulous Finesse
Shelley Ferguson wears a lot of hats; she’s the editorial director of home and fashion magazines at Bauer Media, including Your Home and Garden; she’s the beloved co-host of The Block New Zealand; she’s also wife of Steve and mum to Flynn and Jett. On Tuesday 12 November, she added another […]
Editor’s Perspective: 12 December 2019
While you’re looking after friends and family this festive season, it’s important you don’t forget to look after ‘you’. Wellbeing Specialist Sarah McGuinness shares her top tips for keeping well over Christmas. 1. Be right here, right now: Practicing mindfulness is probably the last thing you’d think to add to your festive […]
Coolest little wine festival
The North Canterbury Wine & Food Festival returns to the Glenmark Domain in March, showcasing the very best the region has to offer. Following the popular event held earlier in the year, organisers are now getting ready for another brilliant festival that is set to feature 30 local wineries and […]
Summer Hotspots
It’s official; summer has hit! We’ve checked out the coolest little spots to make the most of the summer sun. 1. Ben & Jerry’s The brand spanking new scoop shop at Riverside Market offers plenty of euphoric flavours, from sunrise to sunset, that date back to their original 1978 classics. There are […]
