Here to help you: NZ Mortgages

As winter approaches and the frosty mornings creep their way into our weeks, it’s the perfect time to consider upgrading your home with eco-friendly solutions. Major banks are currently offering great financing options, including 1% or even 0% interest loans targeted at clean, green energy improvements such as solar panels, double-glazing, Ultra-Low Emission Burner (ULEB) […]

Pink Ribbon brekkie

We’re only halfway through May, so there is still time to register and host a yummy Pink Ribbon Breakfast for breast cancer. Celebrity chef Brett McGregor, winner of New Zealand’s first MasterChef competition, has a personal reason for urging Cantabrians to host a special breakfast. “My family has had dealings with cancer in many forms,” […]

The cold sore virus

A new survey revealed that four in five cold sore sufferers in New Zealand feel having the common virus negatively impacts how they feel about themselves. From feelings of self-consciousness (58%) to embarrassment (46%) and unattractiveness (41%), cold sore sufferers are choosing to hide away from social situations and dates, in a bid to avoid […]

Calls for seismically resilient builds

New Zealanders want to be back in their homes and workspaces soon after an earthquake event, according to new Resilient Buildings Project research. The research revealed that Kiwis have higher expectations of their buildings in earthquake events than the structures simply providing life and survival. “New Zealanders don’t just want to escape a major earthquake […]

Take a walk

Walking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. Unlike some forms of exercise, walking is free and doesn’t require any special equipment or training. Physical activity does not have to […]

Chic & stylish window coverings: Canterbury Window Coverings

More than just prettying up your décor, window coverings are functional too, boosting energy efficiency, comfort, visual appeal, and privacy. That’s why making the right choice is important. For instance, opting for the correct window coverings can help privacy, retain heat and reduce heat loss keeping you warm during winter. The emphasis on home interior design, […]