Collar me pretty
First used to represent status and class, from ruffles to the humble button down, the collar has had quite the fashion journey through history. In the cooler months, it is common to see fashion-goers opting for pieces that keep their necks warm. Why not do so in style? Who […]
Fall in love with gua sha
Wondering what these pretty pink jade stones are? Meet gua sha! This time-honoured tool is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and has been around for thousands of years, used to promote healing in the body and remove energy blockages. When used correctly on the face, gua sha can promote blood circulation […]
Wonderfully warm
Winter dressing doesn’t have to mean dark colours and dull ensembles. Rich reds, deep greens and pops of beige can bring beautiful warmth to an outfit that is still appropriate for the cold and made to above all, keep you toasty. As well as colour, there are other ways […]
Always growing
Paige Tapara has been making waves in the music industry from filming covers on YouTube to being an award-winning artist with millions of streams on Spotify and Apple Music, and she’s only 23. However, while she may be young, she has an old soul – both in sound and […]
Holiday fun in Otautahi
Term two school holidays run from Saturday 10 July to Sunday 25 July which means there’s plenty of time for young and old to have fun. Christchurch City Council libraries throughout the region have numerous awesome school holiday programmes, some of which need to be booked, while others are […]
Grand sculpture finale
Many of the region’s best creations will be on display in this year’s Sculpture on the Peninsula event in November, which will sadly be the last. After more than two decades, the organising committee has decided the November event will be the grand finale. Held every two years, since […]









