What is SEO?: Metros Marketing

It seems that more business owners are becoming aware of marketing buzzwords and SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) is one of them. The harsh reality is that if your website doesn’t have at least some presence on Google, your business will struggle to get off the ground. With new businesses comes new websites, meaning it’s a […]

Digital signage: Ricoh

Digital signage has been proven to engage more viewers, improve productivity and to maximise the potential of revenue-making opportunities. Colourful, and dynamic, digital signage brings products and services to life, delivering fresh, up-to-the-minute content that is also contextually relevant. Also called visual communication, digital signage helps create an immersive consumer experience, increasing opportunities for cross-sells, […]

A mixed market: NZMortgages

The mortgage market is a mixed bag with widely varying rates. The market is stabilising, but we’re seeing widely varying rates on offer – even within the same bank, with one rate for customers dealing direct, and then a lower rate for those working with mortgage advisers. Why is this happening? Banks follow rules about […]

Oodles of books in Oxford: Emma’s at Oxford

Oxford, only a 40-minute drive from central Christchurch has much to offer. From clothing shops, eating places, a gallery and a museum, to a charming independent bookshop, it’s well worth the drive. The bookshop, Emmas at Oxford is a place filled with wonders. “We have a personally curated selection of books that you might not […]

Join the club: Rangiora RSA Club

If you want to meet new people, develop new skills and build networks, there is a club located a short 30 minute drive north of central Christchurch in semi-rural Rangiora that could be just what you are looking for.   Secretary Manager Jane Sommerville says, “The Rangiora RSA Club prides itself especially on being a […]

Leather takes the lead

Leather has always been a popular choice for autumn fashion, and this year it takes centre stage in a big way. From leather jackets and pants to skirts and dresses, designers are incorporating this durable and versatile material into their collections in innovative and exciting ways for both men’s and women’s fashion. Coloured leather is […]