An eco-friendly dragon kingdom: Turtle Creations
Martin and Petra Novak have transformed their love for dragons into a thriving business, crafting exquisite, eco-friendly dragon toys in New Zealand since 2022. Their creations—ranging from large, fearsome creatures to cherry blossom-adorned cuties—captivate the imaginations of both children and adults. “When we attend conventions, it’s amazing to see the excitement on children’s […]
Perfect paintings at Bi-annual art show: Windsor Gallery
This must-attend exhibition on 9 and 10 November is filled with hundreds of striking artworks from over 40 local and international artists. It is a splendid chance to bolster up your collection and fill your house or office space with dynamic pieces of art. Sean Fietje’s paintings are exquisite in their intricacy and […]
ChristchurchNZ Economic Analyst Sophie Jones: A summer outlook
In my role as Economic Analyst at ChristchurchNZ, I focus on the wellbeing of our economy. But it’s important to remember that economies are about people. Recent insights from Statistics New Zealand’s Wellbeing Survey reveal reasons to feel good. Canterbury boasts higher overall wellbeing levels compared with the national average. In 2023, 53% […]
Near and far
A day out, a long weekend, or an extended break away, Cantabrians are spoilt for choice when choosing a travel destination, and finalising where to go. Close to home in Christchurch, many suburbs and satellite towns offer a host of activities, regular occasions and events, in addition to plenty of exciting places to […]
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Putting the fun in retirement: Fitzroy of Merivale
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