A fresh pair of eyes: Matthews Eyecare

At Matthews Eyecare Riccarton, you will find the clinical expertise of its optometry team, and a personalised service. As an independent New Zealand owned business, we can accommodate all aspects of eye care and eye wear, including swimming goggles, sport and safety eyewear. We stock exclusive European fashion brands in a wide range […]

Edgy loungewear: Repertoire

Winter weather calls for comfort, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style. The newest Lounge collection from Repertoire, launching on 13 April, features edgy and avant-garde designs that cater to all body shapes. With mix-and-match options, you can add your own personal flair to the pieces by pairing them with combat […]

Make a statement

Statement jewellery is unique, bold, and allows both men and women to express themselves and their personality through their jewellery. Ancient civilisations, such as the Egyptians, used statement jewellery in ceremonies, rituals, and to show divine favour. Many of today’s fashionistas use statement jewellery to express who they are. If you are considering […]

Combatting heart disease and sleep apnoea

A novel drug is showing promise for alleviating both heart failure, and the sleep apnoea associated with it. The drug, known as AF-130, was tested in an animal model at Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland where researchers found it improved the heart’s ability to pump, but, equally important, prevented sleep apnoea, […]

Desk stretches

Some simple stretches at your desk each day can help offset the ill effects of all those sedentary hours you log on at work. Get started with these. Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Neck Stretch Sit tall and upright. Grasp the bottom of the chair with your hand to keep […]

Winter wellness: Unichem Cashel Pharmacy

As the weather cools down and the leaves start to turn, it’s time to start thinking about staying healthy and well this winter. One of the most important things you can do to prepare for winter is to protect yourself from the flu. The flu can be a real winter bugbear, with symptoms […]