Wow, take a bow

The 2022 World of Wearable Art™ (WOW) Supreme Award went to Hawke’s Bay artist Kate MacKenzie, the second time she has been bestowed the coveted top prize. MacKenzie is among 21 award winners in the 2022 World of WearableArt Awards Competition, across three recurring sections, Aotearoa, Avant-garde and Open, as well as three […]

Festive fun in the park

Celebrate the start of the Kiwi festive season at Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park, returning to Christchurch’s North Hagley Park on Saturday 26 November. The event promises family and friends a fabulous free night of world class entertainment from some of Aotearoa’s top singers, dancers and musicians. Songbird Kaylee Bell (pictured) will be […]

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 9-11 November 2022 A&P Shows are a time-honoured way to bring together town and country, and bridge the infamous rural-urban divide. They provide an opportunity for New Zealanders to […]

Christchurch on show in spring

How good is spring? Longer days, a great schedule of events to enjoy, and it’s when we can say goodbye to our winter hibernation. We love spring in Christchurch. Our avenues are lined with blossoms, and our wonderful parks are carpeted with daffodils. It’s when our city and region are properly ‘On Show’. […]

Check out our artworks: Lakeland Art

Set amidst the Selwyn countryside lies the rural town of Leeston (Karumata) – 45 minutes’ drive from both central Christchurch and Ashburton or 25 minutes from Rolleston. With the charm and friendliness of an old established community, the town is well worth the leisurely drive as a destination in itself or as part […]

Serve it up: Serve Ping Pong Club

Every new bar tries to dream up an angle to fill a perceived gap in the market, and so we have speakeasies, bistros, exotic, traditional pubs, live music bars. The list goes on, they are not really exceptional. Enter Serve Ping Pong Club. Newly opened as part of Codebreakers Escape Rooms, the bar […]

Explore the Garden City

There’s no shortage of options in and around Christchurch during the next few months, with events ranging from concerts and theatrical shows, to culture, art and heritage offerings. Some attractions in the Garden City are permanent, such as the Riverside Market, New Regent Street, The Terraces, and Little High/Salt District, while others – […]

Christchurch on show

Warmer days and nights mean more outdoor activities and there are plenty on offer. Pack a picnic and head on out, or try some of the local cafes and eateries while exploring. Check out our urban beaches Christchurch has a huge coastline with numerous beaches worth visiting. Check out New Brighton for an […]

Spring punting: Christchurch Attractions

The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. Punting on the Avon’s punt rides along the Avon River are a relaxing and luxurious way to see the Botanic Gardens’ flora and wildlife up close. Sink back into your seat and take in the sights while […]

Scenic dining: Christchurch Tramway

Christchurch’s iconic Tramway Restaurant is the perfect venue for spring celebrations. From corporate functions to social group outings and celebrating special occasions with loved ones, New Zealand’s only tramcar restaurant offers a venue to remember. The seasonal menus are curated to focus on local produce, and each dish is perfectly matched with a […]