Become a local tourist
In New Zealand, we are experiencing an influx of international tourists. Why not join them and embark on an adventurous South Island road trip of your own? See below a road trip itinerary that you can customise to how many days you’d like to spend in each place, starting in Christchurch and making […]
Experience the magic
Marlborough is many things to many people, and its sheer versatility is one aspect that makes it a popular destination. Think fine wine, gourmet food, sparkling seas, convivial hosts, and an array of tempting tourism opportunities, and you’ll just scratch the surface of what’s on offer. Having lived in Marlborough for 25 plus […]
Show week
Christchurch during spring, does it get any better? The city is ON SHOW right now and life is good. The New Zealand Agricultural Show 15-17 November 2023 A&P Shows are a time-honoured way to bring together town and country. They provide an opportunity for New Zealanders to get up close and personal with […]
NZ Cup and Show week is back and everyone is invited
Riccarton Park A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Sir Dave Dobbyn live on Saturday 11 November, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai NZ 2000 Guineas Day. All you need is a GA ticket to enjoy the performance after the last […]
A gold-star spring garden: Lushingtons
Spring is full of promise and has arrived in a rush and flurry of activity. At Lushington’s Garden Centre, Miranda and her team have conjured up the guarantee of a backyard harvest to remember. Fruit is on the menu and that first taste of freshly picked, home-grown, can’t be beaten. If space is […]
Deck out your home: One Stop Deck Shop
Spring is here and summer’s just around the corner – time for outdoor entertaining in the sunshine! What better place to enjoy the outdoors than on your deck – if you don’t have one, now’s the perfect time to think about it. Building your dream deck just got cheaper and a little easier […]
The Antarctic season
Next month, The Antarctic season opens with the Days of Ice celebration. The events surrounding this remind us of the profound significance of Antarctic science and the pivotal role that Christchurch plays as a gateway city. Ōtautahi proudly holds the distinction of being one of the world’s five Antarctic Gateways. Our strategic proximity […]
Manage shedding
Furry pets can bring such joy and happiness, but their fur that collects on the couch or a new outfit? Not so much. Cats and dogs shed year-round, but shedding tends to reach its peak in the spring and autumn, making now an optimal time to figure out a plan to manage shedding. […]
Precious pieces protected: Commonwealth Vault
Though current Canterbury burglary statistics may make for sobering reading, there is an easy solution to protect family valuables, and it isn’t the home safe. All too often today’s burglar will remove the home safe entirely from the wall rather than waste time wrestling with combinations. The soundest solution is a purpose-built vault, […]
Capture Hanmer’s beauty
If you’re a keen photographer, amateur or pro, Hanmer is a wonderful place to take some stunning nature shots. In this article, we explore some of the best spots in Hanmer for photography. Conical Hill For panoramic views of Hanmer and its surrounding alpine beauty, walk up Conical Hill. At the summit, you’ll […]
