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Beautiful & boutique in Harewood: Omarino Estate

Do you have a vision for a wedding in a rural setting, without the hassle of driving into the country, away from amenities such as Christchurch Airport? That may sound like a mission impossible, yet actually it is mission possible when you choose Omarino Estate as your venue. This family-run boutique venue sits […]

Putt, play, roar: Jurassic Adventure

With school holidays fast approaching, finding activities to entertain children can be challenging. Jurassic Adventure is the perfect school holiday activity. Not only is it the best value for fun in Christchurch, this micro theme park also offers a range of activities immersed in a Jurassic dinosaur theme. With services including mini golf, […]

Sweets and treats

At Easter, chocolates fill the home or garden, hidden from eager eyes for a short time. While traditional, egg hunts fail to cater to diabetics and others who don’t enjoy chocolate. Consider an alternative when organising Easter gifts for friends and family: fill baskets with other personalised gifts to excite, and avoid the […]

The bigger picture

Mid-sized businesses could boost New Zealand’s economy if limiting constraints are addressed, says a new report. Rising costs, industry competition, and business or industry regulation are the top factors that businesses believe are impacting their ability to maximise potential. According to the newly released Bigger Picture Report from accounting software firm MYOB, increased […]

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Winter Warmers: No.4 Bar and Restaurant

No.4 Bar and Restaurant is a premium establishment in the heart of Merivale. Housed in a converted 1920’s villa, it offers exceptional indoor and outdoor dining and refreshments. On these cooler evenings, the inside is cosy, warmed by a roaring fire, and the courtyards are heated. When the beautiful summer weather kicks in, […]

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Seasonal Sensations: The Monday Room

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A Garden City icon: Spagalimis

In August 1978, ‘You’re the one that I want’ with Olivia Newton John and John Travolta was at the top of the charts, Rob Muldoon was our Prime Minister and we won five gold medals at the Commonwealth Games. It was also the year that we were blessed with the opening of Spagalimis […]