On Pointe Training: Evolution School of Dance
When your child has the burning desire to learn ballet, naturally you want to make sure your school is giving you the best tutelage possible. Evolution School of Dance knows this, which is why its teachers, Nicky Falloon, Azariah Selby and Angie Longman, have all been trained by the Royal […]
The art of timing: Tabak Business Sales
If, as Thomas Hobbes once said “Hell is truth seen too late,” then realising you sold your cherished and thriving business at the wrong time must be at least akin to a brush undefended with a Komodo Dragon. Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry of Tabak Business Sales know that there […]
Cue the curves
Anyone can appreciate the aesthetic beauty of rounded corners. Curves are said to be easier on the eye and take less cognitive effort to visually process. When American architect Philip Johnson first visited the Guggenheim Museum in Spain, it is said that he described it as “the greatest building of our time” […]
Exceptional events: North Canterbury
North of the Waimak is a happening hotspot with a range of exciting events set to hit the streets in the coming weeks. We’ve picked out our faves. Derelict Brewing Tap Takeover Head along to craft beer and cider fillery The Good Drop on 27 April for a pint courtesy […]
Bedrooms with flair: Station Road
“Your bedroom is a very personal space,” says Gavin How, Manager at Station Road Home. With winter on the horizon, many people consider a change to their bedrooms, creating a new look and feel with either the introduction of a statement piece, or a complete reinvention of the whole room. […]
Bespoke and sentimental: Via Sollertia
The true meaning of bespoke refers to handcrafted design, developed in close consultation with the client. A bespoke ring crafted from a piece of jewellery with sentimental value is a meaningful way of re-creating something beautiful, says designer Clare of Via Sollertia. “We often have customers bring in jewellery from […]
Lakefront Luxury: YHA Lake Tekapo
If you’ve been inspired to explore our beautiful South Island backyard this year, chances are you’re looking for an awesome place to stay. YHA New Zealand can help you save your hard-earned cash for that jet boat ride or stargazing experience, by making sure you sleep easy in quality budget accommodation. […]
Oven gloves to dancing shoes
Kiwi chef personality, entrepreneur and healthy food whizz Nadia Lim is taking off her oven gloves and stepping into her dancing shoes to take on channel Three’s Dancing with the Stars NZ – and it’s all for a great cause. Nadia Lim first attracted attention in the culinary arena after she […]
Winter survival essentials
The days are getting shorter and colder, and we get it – all you want to do is snuggle up and never leave the house. But life beckons us to reluctantly crawl out of our caves, and mustering up the mental and physical energy to get through the day doesn’t come easily […]
Pop Country Princess
Singer songwriter Kaylee Bell is pure pop country through & through. In February, the rising star from Waimate released her hit single titled Keith – an ode to her country music influence, Keith Urban. The single’s clever lyrics interweave Keith’s own iconic song titles. First launched on Radio Disney, it immediately topped […]
