Honeymoon Staycation
Honeymoons may be thought of as an opportunity to head off to a far-flung corner of the world, but sometimes a fancy overseas trip may just not be on the bridal cards. We’ve put together our own how-to guide for solidifying a magical marriage on the home turf. BOOK A LOCAL ROMANTIC HOTEL […]
Perfect Platters: Four Square Hanmer Springs
The team at Four Square Hanmer Springs has a passion for creating beautiful, bespoke grazing platters. They are available for everything from large corporate events and weddings, right through to delicious platters for two and children’s birthday parties. Renowned for being generous, the platters contain a variety of seasonal ingredients, beautiful specialty cheeses […]
Honeymoon in Hanmer: Clear Ridge Apartments
The honeymoon is arguably the best time of any wedding. The stress is gone, the planning is over and it’s finally time to relax with your new life partner. The honeymoon is arguably the best time of any wedding. The stress is gone, the planning is over and it’s finally time to relax […]
New ‘normal’ for real estate: Ray White
The face of real estate is undergoing a considerable change due to Covid-19 restrictions. Marijke Sheppard of Ray White Rangiora says, “It’s more important than ever before that buyers and sellers do their homework well in advance”. “They should build a good relationship with their mortgage broker or bank, seek out an agent […]
Getting your home noticed online: Mike Pero
COVID-19 has changed the way we buy and sell real estate. With social distancing and more people viewing and transacting property online, it has never been so important for your real estate agent to arrange exceptional virtual property presentations. Now more than ever, professional video and quality still photography will help your home stand […]
Takeaways & coffee sorted! – Pam’s Cafe and Gifts
These may be testing times we’re living through, but Pam Burrows of Pam’s Café and Gifts is proving that the old saying ‘The show must go on’ is the only way to go when the going gets tough. While keeping in mind COVID-19 Level 3 protocols of […]
Check out the highs of Hanmer: Hanmer High Country Jeep Tours
Hanmer Springs has always held a special place in the heart of Kiwis; the picturesque alpine village best known for its natural hot pools and stunning landscapes. But if you thought you had seen the best of this serene spot, you can think again! Head over Jacks Pass and you hit high country; […]
A top tipple! – Eagle Brewing
With humble beginnings in Dave Gaughan’s home garage 10 years ago, Eagle Brewing grew organically, producing and supplying a unique range of craft beers to cafés, bars and restaurants across the country. The brewery soon outgrew its premises, so Dave and his partner Marilyn took the opportunity to fulfil a lifelong dream of […]
Simple done beautifully
The philosophy at Culverden’s Red Post Café is all about simple food cooked beautifully. Locals keep coming back to enjoy the quality coffee and delicious menu options, all set amongst the picturesque country villa surroundings. For more than 12 years, a long-time favourite dish has been the Salmon Souffle, a secret recipe that contains […]
Thai to tempt
Intimate Thai dining, a picturesque setting and being welcomed like part of the family; it could only be Lemongrass. At 56 Fletchers Road Loburn, Manager and Chef Sriamorn Reavill has spent 11 years building the most idyllic Thai dining experience possible. “My dream to have a place where I can create Thai dishes for people […]
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