Home trade experts: Clyne & Bennie
Unexpected power outages, plumbing and gas leaks, and overflowing drains need to be sorted out fast and efficiently, which is why it is comforting to know that there is only one name you need on speed dial. Canterbury’s own Clyne and Bennie is a trusted brand that has been delivering great service at […]
The new standard in sustainable building: Health Based Building
The homes in which we live have a direct impact on our health and the environment, so the way we build matters. Health Based Building developed Foreverbreathe Specification in response to demand for affordable, high performance, sustainable homes. Foreverbreathe Specification delivers exceptional air quality and energy efficiency through a sophisticated combination of high-performance […]
Make mine mulled
Making mulled wine is super simple, and it’s a warming, aromatic drink to indulge in during colder days. Many bars and restaurants offer their own versions of mulled wine, so get out and sample some. If staying home is your preference, 15 minutes, and the right ingredients, is all it takes to whip […]
Business update: Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
Every three months we run the Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey, which gathers insights from the wider business community. The survey looks at their confidence in the economy, their own performance, and their expectations looking forward for things like investment in plant and equipment, and bringing on more staff. We also ask what barriers […]
Turnkey living: Oakridge Homes
The new kids on the block are already turning home buyers’ heads across Canterbury. Two new show homes are now complete and ready to visit in Rolleston, the work of Oakridge Homes. Oakridge Homes is one of the newest building companies in town, yet it has already completed more than 100 homes, with100 […]
Make winter sweet
A combination of colour and fragrance in a winter garden helps lift the darker, colder months, and there are many trees and shrubs that fit the bill. Here are some: Chimonanthus praecox (wintersweet) is well known for its winter fragrance, and the clear yellow bells of Luteus, or the red-marked form, Grandiflorus. Look […]
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