Performing under pressure: Q&A with Dr Ceri Evans
Ever wondered how the world’s top sportspeople deal with pressure? Dr Ceri Evans has seen the impact of pressure across the spectrum. In his new book Perform Under Pressure, the consultant psychiatrist outlines his strategies for dealing with stress to get you performing at your best – whether on the […]
Bonjour! Welcome to Akaroa FrenchFest 2019
Escape to picturesque Akaroa and immerse yourself in French culture, entertainment and romance as you celebrate Akaroa’s unique history (French, German and Maori) at Akaroa FrenchFest – a whole weekend of fun activities. All are free for the family to enjoy, except the ticketed Cabaret on Saturday night. Settle in […]
Where to meet: The Meeting Rooms
When location is key and time is money, The Meeting Rooms is the obvious choice for workplace events. Located in the airport complex at 10 De Havilland Way, they are just a short walk from the domestic and international terminals, supermarket, restaurants and accommodation. The large range of room sizes […]
Where the best parties happen: Chipmunks Playland and Cafe
At Chipmunks in Wigram, owners Anna and Dell are taking birthday parties to a whole new level. As part of a recent playground upgrade, new features at the facility include an interactive slide, project ball pit – and a 360-degree video camera for recording birthday parties. The interactive video is proving to […]
Born to Perform: Q&A with Ali Harper
Local award-winning talent Ali Harper has been wowing the crowds for years. We caught up with the lovely lady behind the microphone about being born to perform. When did a life of performance first beckon, Ali? Like many children, I was constantly role playing, always singing. I set up the […]
Local singer weaves magic
Local country singer Katie Thompson’s new album Bittersweet includes odes to her family – what growing up a West Coaster really means. Singing since 14 years old, Katie has dedicated her life to the backbone music of her home ground. She moved to Christchurch in 2012 with her husband, for […]
Capturing the beauty of life: MadLove Photography & Design
Visual artist Ross Davidson says it was due to a period spent living in Japan that his fascination with Asian cultures and art began. “Japan is a big influence on my work. It’s a very rich and visual culture – their positivity, connectedness and whole respect they have for each other; I […]
Join the culture club
Christchurch’s bustling social calendar provides a compelling backdrop for the city’s informal culture club to congregate and convene. With some of the city’s best and brightest events, from art to music and everything in between, it’s time to join the culture club. 1. Bananas, babies and beige Hitting The Piano […]
Dinner with a twist! Q&A with Corey Hume
The Ronald McDonald House Supper Club is one of the hottest events on the social calendar, but if you missed the Christchurch event, Queenstown is getting the mystery dinner treatment on Friday 18 October. We caught up with one of the country’s leading chefs, Corey Hume, who spearheaded this mystery dining event. […]
The recipe for family adventure: House of Travel Christchurch City
House of Travel Christchurch City is all for embracing the family dynamic and recognising that travel is a powerful educational tool. Travel has never been so affordable, nor have they been able to offer such a vast range of holiday options that cater for all. Whether it’s a cruise, flop […]
