David Schoones

David Schoones: The Influencers

Whether you are a small or large organisation, change begins with leadership. Your brand reflects your organisation. How is your business perceived? How do you want to be perceived? Do you stand out in a competitive world? Returning to Christchurch after working in Sydney, it is very apparent that these are key […]

Dr Megan Woods

Dr Megan Woods: The Influencers

One of the highlights of the past few weeks in Parliament has been seeing the legislation that will deliver the Canterbury Earthquakes Insurance Tribunal introduced to the House.   I’m delighted that we are making good progress on our pre-election promises and that we’re able to provide Cantabrians with an option to […]

Leeann Watson

Leeann Watson: The Influencers

As the dynamics of our city continue to change, so to does the diversity of those that live and work in our city. But should we be doing more?   In September, we mark an important milestone, celebrating 125 years of New Zealand women becoming the first in the world to win […]

Shady Attia

Real estate commitment: Shady Attia, Mike Pero

Handling real estate transactions is a serious business that demands a certain level of commitment and dedication to achieve the very best results. Shady Attia carries his responsibilities towards his clients with high regard to ensure they are provided with accurate information and prompt communication.     “Being with the Mike Pero […]

Dr Libby Weaver

Dr Libby’s Nutritional Beauty: Q&A with Dr Libby Weaver

We all know nutrition plays a key role in how we feel, but Dr Libby Weaver explains, it’s also integral to how we look. Dr Libby shares her advice on beauty from the inside out. A beautician recently told me that what you put inside your body is so much more important […]

April McLennan

No limits for youth: April McLennan

When she finished highschool in 2015, April McLennan was overwhelmed with the sheer number of choices facing her, in order to fill the 80,000 hours that research tells us we work in our lifetimes. It was a concern which was front of mind when she attended Festival for the Future. At the […]

Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust

Southern though leaders: Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust

Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust provides a forum for sharing ideas and debating some of the big issues facing Southern Lakes and the rest of the world – and the concept has really taken off. As is often the case, Catalyst was formed over a few coffee conversations between like-minded locals who wanted to make […]

Exceptional Events

The How-to of Exceptional Events

When it comes to hosting a successful event – whether that takes the form of a conference, meeting or training seminar – the options are seemingly endless. So where do you start? We’ve looked at the key planning points behind a successful event to ensure you meet your end goals. Like so many […]

The George

Meet, dine or celebrate: The George

The George is New Zealand’s most awarded boutique hotel and, when you’re having an event, you want the reassurance that everything will run as smoothly and as seamlessly as possible. The professional team at The George will not only make it a personalised, easy experience, but you can rely on their expertise for […]

The Meeting Rooms

Where to Meet: The Meeting Rooms

When location is key and time is money, The Meeting Rooms is the obvious choice for workplace events. Located in the airport complex at 10 De Havilland Way, they are just a short walk from the domestic and international terminals, supermarket, restaurants and accommodation. The large range of room sizes is suitable for […]