Building a legacy

Melissa Vining and her late husband Blair spent his year-long cancer battle fighting for better care for his fellow cancer sufferers.   Now, donors can buy bricks to contribute their part to the Southland Charity Hospital being built as a result of the couple’s efforts. Blair was given just weeks to live […]

Heads up! – Hair Art + Beauty

 Hair Art and Beauty has a new stylist. We caught up with Sharon Screen about a career that has taken her around the world.   With years of experience I find myself still absolutely passionate about all things ‘hairdressing’. I’ve travelled the world, creating and showcasing fabulous hairstyles from London, to Italy, […]

Best business resources

These last few months have been tough for everyone. But it’s arguably our local small to medium enterprises that have felt the strain of quarantine the most. Thankfully, there are some resources available for support and we’ve collated a list of places you can go for help, advice or support.   CANTERBURY […]

A smokey eye: Holy Smoke

We aren’t talking about the latest in eye makeup but rather a brand that has an eye for all things smokey; Holy Smoke. Whilst the smoked salmon on offer reigns supreme in their product range, the key word in that sentence is range. Holy Smoke has a variety of smoked goods on […]

Grilled Prawns with Miso Butter Recipe: United Fisheries

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Serves 4   What you need: 500g Sea Cuisine Raw Prawn Cutlets (defrosted) 2 Tbs Butter (melted) 3 tsp Miso paste 1 Tbs Mirin 2 Tbs Japanese sake (optional) 1 tsp Fresh ginger (grated) Garnish: toasted sesame seeds, spring onion, chilli flakes […]

That’s a wrap

The transition from winter to spring is nearing and with it comes a change in wardrobe staples. It may be time to say goodbye to turtlenecks and high-rise necklines, and hello to our favourite transitional garment – the wrap. We look at what’s trending in the wrap world.     SAY YES […]