A beautiful garden tour: Christchurch Attractions
The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring, and it’s the perfect time to see the blooms! Aguided Botanic Gardens Tour is the ideal way to see and explore all that this stunning space offers. The 40-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle travels through the key garden areas, and offers a […]
Foodie scavenger hunt: International Culinary Studio
If you think you have sampled everything Christchurch has to offer, take note! This fabulous event combining a Scavenger Hunt, Cooking Demonstration, and marvellous lunch is a fun way to celebrate Christmas with your team. Created by The International Culinary Studio, you begin by meeting outside Rollickin Gelato at 98 Cashel Street. “Comfortable […]
A blooming good fete: Geraldine Summer Fete
Spring is well and truly here, and there is a hint of summer approaching. There’s no better way to enjoy a day with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fete on Thursday 2 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fete is now in its 14th year. Attendees […]
Editor’s note: Show up
Exciting times lie ahead for visitors and Cantabrians, leading into the region’s annual Cup and Show Week, then the festive season. Fashion, gallops, trots, the agricultural show, and all manner of entertainment will showcase some of the best that Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region offer. Many of the events only happen at […]
Unlock adventure: Codebreakers
If you’re looking for a super fun night out, or a team-building activity, look no further than an escape room. An exhilarating, real-life adventure game, it involves you and your team being in a specially designed room with the goal of getting out. You’ll work together to crack codes, decipher clues and solve […]
Better than ever: Christchurch City Council
Spring is in the air, the weather is warming up and the city is absolutely buzzing. If I do say so myself, Christchurch is looking better than ever. I was over the moon to see the news that the CBD has become even more of a destination with retail space in high demand. […]
Te Kaha kai
Construction of Te Kaha, Ōtautahi’s new multi-use arena, is progressing visibly, and planning for the retail, and corporate food and beverage aspects is now underway. Due to open in April 2026, Te Kaha is being operated by Venues Ōtautahi (VŌ). Chief Executive, Caroline Harvie-Teare says they’re committed to ensuring Te Kaha is a […]
Event business vital: Te Pae
I have just returned from the Business Events Industry Aotearoa conference, in Blenheim, where all parts of the business events industry meet to exchange ideas and share knowledge. It started me thinking how important conferences are for the businesses and communities that host them. The ecosystem of events runs deep into our economy. […]
Sandpit fun: Playcentre Shop
Sandpit play offers lots of great benefits for toddlers and young children. It can help to enhance motor skills, spark creativity, and learn in a fun way. From digging and sifting, to creating scenes for animals and fantasy creatures, building sand castles and creating tracks for toy cars, there’s endless possibilities with a […]
Be part of the Addington magic: Addington Raceway
A highlight on New Zealand’s sporting and social calendars, Addington Raceway takes the stage for two incredible days of racing, entertainment, fashion, and great food and wine this November. The action starts on Tuesday 14 November with the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day, and continues on Friday 17 November with the Canterbury […]
