New Zealand’s fastest mum
Helena Dinnissen is testimony that if you’re born to do something, you can get over life’s hurdles, bounce right back – and take off. A competitive sprinter, the 34-year-old holds the title of New Zealand’s fastest mum, with three children under 10 in tow. The surprising twist on her inspiring […]
Like a Queen: Q&A with Constance Hall
Constance Hall has a lot of haters, but she also has a lot of lovers – 1.3 million on Facebook alone. After the Australian blogger launched her Facebook page in late 2015, she has laid it all out bare – sex, body shape, the end of a marriage, the start […]
Happy Birthday Hilton!
There are some fantastic hotels in the Garden City – The George with its Pescatore and 50 Bistro, Rendezvous with its height, the Heritage Christchurch with OGB, Distinction Christchurch Hotel with Gumption Restaurant & Bar and Chateau on the Park – Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton with its history. I […]
TEDxChristchurch Turns Ten!
Sparking deep discussion and connection since 2010, TEDxChristchurch is celebrating double digits this year with a milestone event that’s bigger and better than ever before – TEDxChristchurch 2019: Tūrangawaewae. For the first time, the TEDxYouth@Christchurch has teamed up with TEDxChristchurch to bring an entire weekend (24-25 August) of TEDx celebrations […]
From Delinquent to Doctor
Paul Wood was imprisoned long before he set foot in Paremoremo Prison; locked up in a mindset that would plot the map that got him there. “Anyone looking at me in my teenage years might have muttered to themselves that I was heading for prison. They were wrong only in the sense […]
Editor’s Perspective: 01 August 2019
“Always remember that life is precious, you are precious and treat yourself accordingly.” – Dr Libby Weaver We live in a world of self-help books, of Google diagnoses and of armchair psychology. We’re constantly trying to be the best versions of ourselves and the highest bar often isn’t the expectations […]
Dynamic Duo Back on the Airwaves
It has been 27 years since Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford first teamed up to host the breakfast show on 91ZM Christchurch. Now they’ve brought their magic back to Newstalk ZB 100.1 FM, where you’ll catch them from 12-4pm Tuesday-Friday. We caught up with the dynamic duo about the new gig. […]
Tokyo Game On: House of Travel
The 2020 Summer Olympics is scheduled to begin 24 July through til 9 August next year and already, we sports-mad Kiwis are making sure we don’t miss out on any of the action at Tokyo 2020. Founder, Managing Director and Owner of House of Travel Christchurch City office, David Williams, […]
Charity’s new patient accommodation: Bone Marrow Cancer Trust
Fundraising for additional accommodation near the hospital to meet demand for out-of-town patients and their families is halfway towards its $12 million goal. The Bone Marrow Cancer Trust (BMCT) has owned and operated Ranui House in Cambridge Terrace since 1993, providing short-term residential accommodation for patients from throughout New Zealand […]
Retire in style: Alpine View
The events diary at Alpine View is overflowing with engaging, entertaining and interesting activities for residents to enjoy. From educational speakers to travel clubs and top quality entertainment, there is really something on offer for everyone. Alpine View is a new generation retirement complex, located at 448 Prestons Road, offering […]
