Musical Mayhem

Two con men, one gorgeous heiress and the French Riviera. What could go wrong?   North Canterbury Musical’s production of the Tony Award-winning Dirty Rotten Scoundrels opens on Thursday 2 May at the Rangiora Town Hall. “It’s very funny!” says Teresa Dann, the show’s Director. “It doesn’t take itself seriously and pokes fun at everything.” […]

Ray White Rangiora

Empowering clients: Ray White Rangiora

When it comes time to sell what is likely your most valuable asset, your home, it is important to engage the expertise of a licensed salesperson.     Marijke Sheppard has been selling houses in and around North Canterbury for a number of years and has worked very hard to maintain her excellent reputation. “An […]

Framemakers

Framed by Success: Framemakers

You know your business is doing something right when your loyal South Island customer base grows so big it crosses Cook Strait and beyond. One such business is Framemakers, owned and operated by Graham and Lynn Barr.     Their fine art printing service utilises a large format printer that affords many printing options, including […]

North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival

North Canterbury’s Hottest event

It’s the hottest event on the North Canterbury social calendar and this year is no different, with the North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival set to bring some seasonal sizzle to the tail end of summer.     On Sunday 10 March, Waipara Valley’s Glenmark Domain will be hitting the social sweet spot, as thousands […]

Quilters Quarters

Haberdashery Heaven: Quilters Quarters

It’s no wonder the lovely ladies behind the counters at Quilters Quarters look so happy, this one stop treasure trove of haberdashery merchandise is literally buzzing!     With 4000 bolts of exquisite fabrics instore, your sewing projects promise to be phenomenal; factor in that renowned brands, such as Tula Pink, French General, Stof Fabrics, […]

Head North for Valentine’s Day

Head North for Valentine’s Day

Whether glamping in the wilds near Cheviot, fine dining in Rangiora, or a day picnicking at the Ashley River, the countryside north of the Waimakariri offers a wealth of activities, sights and fun, no matter what you like getting up to.     With the celebration of Valentine’s Day upon us, for those who have […]