Destination North Canterbury
Many families are clamouring for a trip away to help them break winter’s monotony. With that, comes the mission to find a destination that ticks as many boxes as possible, for everyone. A destination right on our doorstep is North Canterbury, filled with a plethora of activities and fun for all ages and […]
Exciting opportunities: Te Pae Christchurch
It’s been fantastic over the past few months to see international business events returning to our city, and to host several of them at Te Pae Christchurch. International events are key to driving economic value to our city. There is a finite number of domestic events available to host and with Tākina in […]
Business update: Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
Every three months we run the Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey, which gathers insights from the wider business community. The survey looks at their confidence in the economy, their own performance, and their expectations looking forward for things like investment in plant and equipment, and bringing on more staff. We also ask what barriers […]
Food, fibre & agriculture: ChristchurchNZ
Great ideas are growing on the Canterbury plains, in the Food, Fibre and Agritech sector, that have the potential to solve big problems in Aotearoa and across the globe. This sector is one of the ChristchurchNZ’s focus clusters, identified as driving growth and future innovation. As the largest agricultural region in New Zealand, […]
Art in all forms: Christchurch City Council
This year we’re celebrating the Year of Arts in Christchurch, and it’s set to be a winter full of creativity and culture. Our brilliant local talent is being showcased at every level and the city’s events calendar is particularly full next month. We’ve got KidsFest back for another year for the family, the […]
Editor’s note: Mid-year
We are approaching the magical time where the Southern Alps will be frosted with snow. Who can believe it’s June already? We are very lucky in Ōtautahi to have the luxury of being close to outstanding commercial ski fields and other great clubby fields and I can’t wait to hit the slopes. If […]
Fun guide to fungi
Liv Sisson has immortalised her burgeoning passion for fungi in print, thanks to the recent release of her book Fungi of Aotearoa. Joshua Brosnahan sat down with Liv to speak about all things ‘shrooms, being a ‘curious guide’ and her debut publication. Born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and along the […]
Unleash your inner golfer
New Zealand, with its breathtaking landscapes, is a golfer’s paradise, boasting over 400 courses situated in some of the most stunning locations in the world. From parklands adorned with majestic trees and teeming with birdlife to courses offering breathtaking views of mountains or the sea, our country offers a diverse range of options […]
Oamaru, from then to now
Oamaru’s history is a fascinating tale of pioneering spirit, prosperity, and preservation. Situated in the idyllic coastal region of North Otago, the town’s story begins in the mid-19th century during the New Zealand gold rush era. In 1853, the discovery of gold along the Waitaki River sparked a flurry of activity, attracting a […]
Art Above grand opening: E-Mega Store Christchurch
Originally the brainchild of local business owner Jasmine Lochore and renowned Ohoka artist Lisa Patrick, Art Above is Christchurch’s newest art gallery, boasting quality art from both local and overseas artists. What started as a passion project 6 months ago for the two local women quickly blossomed into a fully-fledged collection of beautiful […]
