Tight supply: Gavin Lloyd

Canterbury is the country’s property powerhouse, holding its ground on both pricing and speed to sell. Trade Me Property figures across the winter period show the wider region is flat, but the annual picture is where Canterbury and Christchurch shine. Canterbury asking prices are up 3% year-on-year, outperforming the 2% national average. Christchurch […]

Spring event style: Haar Design

Spring weddings, a fashion festival, and Cup Week to come… trust one of Canterbury’s favourite salons to bring your hair looks to life. “It’s that time of year,” hair stylist Caro Haar says, alluding to the sartorial suspense that builds ahead of all the special events on the spring calendar. “It’s crucial to […]

Treasure, tailored: Westende Jewellers

Find three generations’ worth of love for fine jewellery bundled into one local Colombo St store. For the bride and groom who are searching for that dream engagement ring or wedding band, Westende Jewellers boasts the largest range of new and vintage wedding rings in the South Island. Try on a range of […]

Aerospace age

Kea Aerospace gains altitude with the opening of a new Christchurch facility and fresh local and international investment. Kea Aerospace is entering its next phase of growth with a new Christchurch manufacturing and operations facility, fresh international investment and a new generation of aerospace talent on the horizon. The company recently opened its […]

Orange sorbet

Inspired to try one of the salmon recipes? This dessert is a beautiful complement. Do certain desserts go with salmon better than others? Yes. The best desserts to serve after a salmon dinner are light, bright, and fruity or citrus-based. Orange sorbet is perfect because it’s cold, zesty citrus cleanses the palate and […]

From the expert: A fresh look for spring – Nathan Neath

Your home reflects who you are. Why should your garden be any different? “Spring is a great time to look at your garden afresh – what’s working, what isn’t, and what you’d love to change,” says Nathan Neath, horticultural expert and owner of Green Giant Gardens. “After Christchurch’s hard frosts, don’t be too […]