Head to Hanmer

With everything that has unfolded these last few months, it’s time to help greater Canterbury get back on its feet. We’ve all got a part to play and supporting small local businesses is one small way we can do just that. Such businesses can be found in the tourist favourite, Hanmer Springs. […]

A hop, skip and jump away

Less than half an hour drive away from Christchurch is the lovely river town of Kaiapoi. The location has a real water theme around its most popular activities. We look at all of the reasons you should check out this little town that’s only a hop, skip, and a jump away.   […]

En Route: Route 72

Craving a bit of socialising after being confined to your homes? Make Route 72 a must-see on your support local bucket lists. You will not regret it.     Found in the heart of Cust – just 40 minutes from Christchurch and 10 minutes from Rangiora – you will find the perfect […]

Not slowing down: Thea’s Boutique

A tucked away treasure is the only way to describe the newly formed boutique and it’s lovely owner only a short drive away from Christchurch. Robyn created Thea’s ‘New & Pre Loved’ Boutique, to pay tribute to her late mother Dorothea, in September last year.     It is clear to see […]

Out of the ordinary: Cammell Projects

If you’re inspired by ‘out of the ordinary’ in both design and quality of home, you can’t go better than a building partnership with Cammell Projects of Queenstown. Focused on high-end architectural residential construction, this bespoke team of carpenters are passionate about their craft, and they all are trade qualified or are […]

Six standalone stunners: Alpine Projects

Queenstown’s Alpine Projects is the name behind the six eye-catching and very desirable stand-alone villas at Jacks Point.     Alpine Projects Director Mark Dewsbury oversaw the project from concept to reality. “I loved the flow of working on six homes simultaneously,” Mark says. “It’s a passion of mine to bring rhythm […]

Standout in the Remarkables: RNP Homes

Desirably nestled between Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkable Ranges, the latest showhome from Christchurch based RNP Homes Ltd is a standout.     Located in the picturesque Hanley’s Farm Subdivision in Queenstown, this inspirational display home was officially opened on 7 March 2020 in conjunction with the Hanley’s Farm Community Festival and […]

A Queenstown getaway: Highview Apartments

Whether you are looking for an action-packed adventure or a more leisurely holiday, Highview Apartments is a fantastic base for your Queenstown holiday.     Earning its name from its unrivalled views looking out high from Thompson Street, it’s a striking location. Imagine waking to views of rugged snow-capped mountains rimming the […]

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 […]

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, […]