A Cup Week winner: The Golden Mile
For a fantastic bar and eatery where everyone’s treated like a local, it’s hard to pip this legend in Templeton. As we trot toward Cup Week, the Golden Mile Tavern on the corner of Main South Road and Trent Road in Templeton transforms itself into a racing mecca. On top of the usual […]
Bright smile, on Cup Day: Smooch Dental
Prevention is key when it comes to oral hygiene – having your teeth cleaned professionally at least twice a year makes a big difference to your long-term mouth health. Stanford University’s Professor Andrew Huberman says oral health is an “extremely important component of general bodily health.” The Smooch team are on a mission […]
NEW ZEALAND CUP WEEK at Addington Raceway and Riccarton Park
New Zealand Cup Week at Riccarton Park – 9, 13, 16 November 2024 A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai NZ 2000 Guineas Day. […]
Pub with a personal touch: Protocol
With Cup Week kicking off, it is time to dress up, head to the races, and celebrate in the city. Looking for a place to enjoy a pre-race family brunch and Champagne, or keen to have a night out with friends after the races, you’ll find the best of both worlds at Protocol. […]
A blooming good fête: Geraldine Summer fête
Summer is on its way, and so is Christmas, making it ideal to start gift gathering. There’s no better way to do this than enjoying a day out with with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 7 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fête […]
Hair from the heavens: Twiggi Hair
Bouncy, lush, and perfectly coiffed, that’s how your locks will look after a trip to Twiggi Hair, conveniently nestled within The Crossing’s plethora of boutiques. Find your dream look, before working with the Twiggi team prior to race day to create the hairstyle that brings it all together. A crew of expert stylists […]
Botanic Gardens tour & Punting on the Avon: Christchurch Attractions
The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. The 50-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle departs from behind the Peacock Fountain and travels through the key garden areas, offering a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area. Discover […]
A Sunday suggestion: West Melton Community Market
A strong sense of community in the West Melton township led to the establishment of their community market three years ago. Today, the market has gained such a reputation for the variety of its stalls and casual, friendly vibe that people from outside the area often visit. There is also a waiting list […]
Passion for passive homes: Team Green Architects
Building passively will save you money and keep your home at the perfect temperature year-round. Passive homes are becoming more popular, and for good reason – they’re low-energy builds that require little power to maintain a comfortable temperature. Co-owner and architect at Team Green Architects, Siân Taylor explains the importance of creating an […]
NZ Cup Week is back: Riccarton Park and Addington Raceway
Our beautiful garden city comes alive during Cup Week. Fill the calendar and feel the excitement. Riccarton Park A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld […]
