Business as usual: Priority Projects
It’s always a gnarly one, figuring out how to do major works to a residence or a business without interrupting life or trade. Disruption and/or relocation add significantly to the cost, so it is a huge advantage if it can be avoided altogether. For years now, the team at Priority Projects has made […]
Seismic shift: Leonie Freeman, Chief Executive of The Property Council
The announcement of an overhaul for the assessment of earthquake-prone buildings is a win for communities, says Property Council chief executive Leonie Freeman. The Government’s plan to overhaul the assessment of earthquake-prone buildings is a long-awaited reset that addresses the flaws of a regime that has left thousands of buildings empty and communities […]
Race day favourite: The Golden Mile
For horse owners, Cup and Show Week is a time of celebration – and one of the biggest moments on any Cantabrian’s calendar. For The Golden Mile Tavern owner Murray Hollamby, Cup and Show Week is a significant event. With gallopers of his own as well as sponsored races in the Motukarara harness […]
Give your smile a spa day: Smooch
Can you imagine actually looking forward to visiting the dentist? For many, dental anxiety is real, triggered by painful experiences, sensitivity to sounds and scents, or feeling out of control in the chair. Smooch Dental Spa is reimagining that experience. More lounge than clinic, it offers a spa-like atmosphere with soft lighting, calming […]
Racing camaraderie: Hornby Club
A sports bar with tradition and racing supporters is your home for Cup Week. I f you are looking for a sports bar where tradition lies in the racing community, Hornby Club is the place to be. With a manned TAB terminal, three TAB pods, raffles, big breakfasts and a 4x6m super screen, […]
Cup Week starts here: The Crossing
Meet The Crossing – but not as you know it. Come New Zealand Cup Week, the city’s premier shopping destination blooms with the best for your style and spirit. The sartorial brief this year? Flirty yet refined, with a contemporary edge. It’s the real deal – right down to natural floral headdresses handcrafted […]







