Talk business to me

Canterbury has a plethora of business networking groups that are quietly getting on with the job of helping local businesses thrive. Local businesswoman Felicia Forbes, the founder of networking group Tag Circle Collab, reveals the what, where and why of local business networking. Whether you’re looking for mentors, sales leads, moral support, local […]

All tied up

Is the curtain tieback still on trend? Lean into lush, rich hues and clever styling with our four tips. Remember the golden rule of thirds for curtain tiebacks. Position them roughly one-third up from the bottom of the curtain to let the fabric flow freely and craft the most visually pleasing proportions. Keep […]

NZ-India FTA signed – MP Vanessa Weenink

Trade deal will be huge economic boost for Cantabrians, says MP for Banks Peninsula Vanessa Weenink. The New Zealand–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has been signed, marking a once in a generation step forward for New Zealand exporters into a market of 1.4 billion people. This will deliver significant gains for exporters, cutting […]

Stop the snore: Oral Tech

Sleep is restorative, and when you can’t get enough of it, your cognitive function, physical health, and emotional stability are severely compromised. So, Christchurch local Denise Lim sought a solution. “Most people take snoring as a sign of sound sleep, but instead it can disturb others and cause serious harm to your health,” […]

Health matters: Hamish Campbell

Making real progress in early cancer detection. When I entered politics at the last election, I brought with me a background in cancer research and years of exposure to the profound impact that diagnosis and treatment have on patients and their families. Seeing firsthand the difference strong public health services make in people’s […]

Hanmer’s alpine winter festival

Returning for its fifth year, July’s MainPower Alpine Winter Festival in Hanmer Springs is set to build on 2025’s success, which drew a whopping 30,000 visitors to the village. Want to light up your winter nights? Head to Hanmer Springs from 4 to 18 July, where a mischievous mountain gnome will bring a […]