Adversity to elegance: Maree Hynes
Now a thriving design destination, Maree Hynes Interiors has come a long way from its beginnings in a mobile curtains van. The woman behind it all looks back on a 30-year South Canterbury legacy. From humble beginnings to building one of the South Island’s most admired interior design brands, Maree Hynes’ story is […]
Roasted fresh: Coffee Worx
There’s a good reason why coffee lovers choose freshly roasted beans, the difference in taste is undeniable. When coffee is roasted, hundreds of unique flavour and aroma compounds are created, giving each cup its signature note –caramel, chocolate, berry, spice. However, these energetic compounds degrade over time. Exposure to air, moisture, and light […]
Shaking it up
Protein drinks are all the rage. Ready in a couple of minutes, tasty, and nutritious. Great for breakfast on the go. Protein drinks are increasing in popularity, valued for their convenience, rapid absorption, and low fat. Powdered protein from ingredients like hemp, whey, pea, soy, and more, are readily available in an array […]
Summer fun
What visions does the word ‘festival’ evoke? Sun. Warmth. Laughter. Flavour. Music. Joy. That’s all to come as the summer festival season in Christchurch kicks off in Hagley Park. Celebrating its fifteenth year, the South Island Wine & Food Festival on Saturday 6 December from 11.30am to 7pm has something for everyone – […]
Charcuterie
Warm weather and a drink and nibble in the sun. Bliss. A grazing platter, or charcuterie board, is the ideal appetiser for relaxing or entertaining. Here’s your guide to the perfect platter – the five key elements to effortlessly assemble and arrange yours. The beauty of platters is that they are fully customisable […]
New rules for societies: Pier Law
Calling all committee members of incorporated societies: are you ready for April 2026? Under the new Incorporated Societies Act, every incorporated society in New Zealand, which are the most common form of organisation in the not-for-profit sector, must re-register by 5 April 2026 to continue operating. This requirement isn’t just a formality – […]
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