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 your head, […]
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 Conference Centre. […]
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 just dipping […]
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 Woolley says, […]
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 festival. “We […]
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 and European, […]
Next level fun: Codebreakers
If you’re looking for a delightful space for your next team building or staff event, it’s hard to look past this leading Ōtautahi entertainment venue. That is Codebreakers. Catering for groups of up to 120, and conveniently located in the heart of the Christchurch CBD, there is something fun for everyone. A sensational collection of […]
Planning your event
Organising a conference may be likened to running a marathon. If planning it yourself, you’ll need to first think through every step along the way, or you could leave it in the hands of an expert. Many venues have staff with high-level organisational skills so make use of them where you can. Allow plenty of […]
Trade office walls for historic wonder: Mona Vale
Work meetings or events can be stretched out and uninspiring, especially when held at the office. Enthusiasm dwindles and distractions are all around. Wouldn’t you much rather spend the duration in a stunning homestead tucked away behind the Avon River? Holding your conference or workshop at Mona Vale will allow your team to feel as […]
Te Pae sets the standard
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has put the city firmly on the international stage for conferences, functions, trade shows, and all manner of occasions. Ross Steele, Te Pae Christchurch General Manager says international business is coming in regularly now, with many of the regeneration project’s initial goals coming to fruition. “Since opening more than two […]
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