The Black Box: The Kind Foundation

Christchurch’s most recent addition to the spaces and places that make our city feel people-centred and connected is located inside Papa Hou, 4 Rolleston Avenue. Papa Hou, meaning Treasure Box, is a building like no other in Aotearoa – housing a diverse range of specialised spaces for an equally diverse number of users. […]

Group fun in Hanmer: Hanmer Springs Attractions

Operating a range of adventure activities, there’s something for everyone on offer at Hanmer Springs Attractions. Only 90 minutes north of Christchurch, Hanmer Springs is well-known for its relaxing thermal pools, and there is plenty more on offer in the village for groups. Hanmer Springs Attractions is the district’s premium Qualmark Gold adventure […]

Catering with class: Halswell Bakery

No matter what you’re planning; a business meeting, celebration or family gathering, having fresh delicious catering is key. Food is often the star of an event, bringing everyone together and creating joy and chatter among guests. Fortunately for your event, the talented team at Halswell Bakery have your food needs taken care of […]

Partner jaunts

Conferences often allow partners to attend, adding on special activities for them to make the most of their time in the host region. Many events will have specific programmes for attendee partners, which they may or may not take advantage of. Christchurch has a huge array of options for visitors, and locals, and […]

The location for any pursuit: Riverview Lodge

When conference organising or attending is part of your working life, you know where you go is as important as why you go. Sitting trapped inside a soulless hotel detracts from the positive vibes generated by learning, sharing, and connecting. You seek fresh air and views, an environment where you can relax, clear […]

Maximising your conference dollar: Brinkley Resort

Methven is renowned for being the gateway to New Zealand’s best ski field. While that’s true, the Alpine heartland village also has other enticing activities on offer to enjoy during downtime from a conference or special event. The award-winning new Ōpuke Thermal Pools are only a short walk from the Brinkley Resort and […]

Craft the ideal night: XBeerience

This is a team that knows the value of a quality drop. The XBeerience boutique off-licence and fillery in Rolleston boasts one of the most outstanding and exhaustive collections of craft beers in Canterbury. With 25 taps and over 250 local and international brews in stock, consider your needs sorted, whether you are […]

Fulfil your hosting wishes: Cashmere Club

If these walls could talk, they would tell of love, laughter, and connection. Welcoming, flexible, and stylish without pretension, your event is a breeze in any one of the four great spaces at this Christchurch establishment. The Cashmere Club has been hosting family and corporate events for almost 50 years. Functions Manager Kayla […]

Letting business and events bloom: Hurunui Garden Festival

Rally your friends, colleagues, or family, and gather in gorgeous gardens. Thousands of visitors annually visit The Hurunui Garden Festival, the region’s premier garden event. “Our stunning North Canterbury gardens are some of the most inspirational private gardens New Zealand has to offer,” Jenny Cooper says, who will feature her garden in the […]

A dash of Danish: Kjole Style

To enter a room wearing something sensational, guaranteed to turn heads, makes a woman feel incredible. The fact she knows her show-stopping outfit won’t be found anywhere else only adds to her aura of confidence as she sashays past admirers. Kjole Style is a destination fashion boutique dedicated to sourcing labels, predominantly Danish […]