A spring paving spruce-up: Dragon Stone Paving

Spring is a time when people’s thoughts invariably turn to cleaning, tidying and upgrading homes. Often these thoughts aren’t limited to the interior of a house, but to the exterior of a property which may be looking neglected and tired after a long winter. Could it be that new pavers would bring renewed life to […]

Workplace culture change

A gradual culture change is happening in our workplaces, according to a University of Canterbury workplace analytics group. Co-leader of the group, Professor Katharina Näswall, says there’s growing awareness of the need to cultivate work environments that don’t expect compartmentalisation. Previously, employees have been expected to leave their emotional lives at home,  she believes. Managers […]

Agile workspace: Ricoh NZ

Did you know that approximately 64 percent of business premises are the wrong size or designed inefficiently? Modern workplaces have evolved significantly during the past three years, catering for different work styles, hours and needs. Enter the hybrid – or agile – workplace. Essentially these digitally enhanced spaces support hybrid work forces and also new […]

Bloody Mary cocktail

Known for its tangy, savoury, spicy, and refreshing taste, the Bloody Mary is a classic recipe to have on hand for hosting this season. Ingredients 1 teaspoon sea salt, or as needed Ice cubes, as needed 3/4 cup spicy tomato-vegetable juice mix 45ml of vodka 2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce 1 dash of hot pepper […]

Jetty opens

After 12 long years, the rebuilt Governors Bay Jetty is now open, and once again accessible to the public. Closed to the public since the February 2011 earthquakes, the 300-metre long jetty was rebuilt as a community-led project, and opened at the end of September 2023, in time for summer. Historically, the Christchurch City Council […]

Take a punt: Christchurch Attractions

Spring is an ideal season for punting on the tranquil Avon River; a unique Christchurch experience. Sit back, relax, and be surrounded by nature on a classic punt ride through central Christchurch. Choose to depart from the Antigua Boat Sheds site to float past the fresh flora and blooms in the Botanic Gardens, or glide […]