Unwrapping the magic of THRIVE: by Chris Korako

Where beautiful hair meets heart: Balayage Hair

Step inside this light-filled salon in the heart of Christchurch and you’ll instantly feel at ease. Balayage is a welcoming space founded on creativity, kindness, and connection. Husband-and-wife duo Tom and Sharon Ujihara have built it up from a boutique salon into one of the city’s most trusted names in hair. Their passion […]

Reform is the right move for the building and construction sector

Fairer liability rules in the building and construction sector is the right move says the New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors. Introducing proportional liability into the building and construction sector is a long-overdue step toward a fairer and more functional system. The changes, which were announced last month by Building and Construction Minister […]

The next generation of women’s golfwear: Fox & Birdie

Female trio Alex Tipene-Matua, Emma Henderson and Prue Murdoch couldn’t play a round of golf without feeling something was missing: stylish apparel for women that performed from course to clubhouse. Their new brand challenges the status quo in women’s golfwear, and they’re taking it from Christchurch to the world. Born on the green, […]

Say goodbye to winter in style: Off The Rac

Welcome the new season with the warm palette of the Amalfi Coast. Whether you’re jetting to the Mediterranean or making the most of a Kiwi spring, the latest collections at Off The Rac celebrate sun-soaked elegance. Think azure blues, terracotta tones, and pops of coral. Renee Green, owner of the boutique in Bishopdale, […]

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