The George

Timeless Romance: The George

Your wedding planned to perfection; an intimate ceremony and romantic reception with timeless classic details to your exact requirements.     From vintage textures to on-trend splashes of bold colours, you will be spoiled from the moment you arrive to when your guests say farewell. Enter The George, where your personal wishes […]

Rossendale

Beautiful Year-Round Weddings: Rossendale

Every season offers brides and grooms unique opportunities to celebrate their wedding, says Rossendale Vineyard Manager, Graham Jones.   “We focus on what the couple want. Every wedding is different and we design it around them.” Unlike some wedding venues, Rossendale is a year-round venue that can easily accommodate 150-200 guests indoors […]

Melton Estate

Home of Summer Love: Melton Estate

Surrounded by mature pinot noir vines, boutique local winery, Melton Estate is the perfect venue to celebrate your special day.     Offering a full wedding service, the team proudly takes care of everything, even providing your own wedding specialist, Tracy Caunter, to assist with planning and host the evening. Melton Estate […]

Memory

Wonderful Memories: Memorys Restaurant

If a relaxed and intimate country setting sounds like your special day, Memorys is the perfect place.     Sue Giddens has spent several years creating this award-winning boutique establishment in the heart of rural Selwyn. It is an eclectic, rustic collection of country-themed spaces that can be used separately, or together. […]

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 […]

Tiny house, big impact: George’s Road Winery and Vineyard

Nestled on George’s Road Winery and Vineyard, a purpose-built tiny house provides an intimate retreat with stunning views. Perfect for a romantic getaway in the North Canterbury wine region, guests staying at the stylish studio can enjoy beautiful panoramic views, an outdoor wood-fired hot tub and easy access to the vineyard’s winery […]

A Romantic Backdrop: Heritage Hanmer Springs

When it comes to New Zealand wedding destinations, the romantic mountain views and landscaped gardens of the Heritage Hanmer Springs provide an amazing ceremonial backdrop.   A landmark venue just 90 minutes from Christchurch, it’s a world away from the ordinary, in a stunning alpine retreat that will captivate you and your […]

Business Stars of the Future

It was very much a red carpeted affair on Tuesday 11 March when a crowd of bright young things gathered to hear who would be announced winner of the Big Break Award for 2018-19 from the Dream Believe Succeed Foundation. The evening began with last year’s winner, Oliver Hunt, speaking of how […]

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 […]

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 […]