Prepare to be charmed
Best known for the thermal pools, there is much to see and do in the quaint, beautiful town of Hanmer Springs. Soak It can’t be missed; the hot pools offer fun, relaxation, and a beautiful setting to spend an afternoon. The mineral-rich, thermal waters are surrounded by native gardens and stunning […]
Indigenous fashion centre stage
In a New Zealand Fashion Weekend first, fashion showcase Miromoda will make two appearances, celebrating indigenous Māori fashion. Featuring designs from Taylor Pumphrey, Taongahuia Maxwell, Jacob Coutie, Sosefina Masoe, Ravai Titifanue, Charleigh Te Peeti, Mitchell Manuel, Tessa Lont Bailey, and Rosette Hailes- Paku, Miromoda is considered a launchpad for online stores. Each […]
Happy homecoming on Victoria: Surreal
Life doesn’t get any better for a business owner than having a front window on Victoria Street, a location many aspire to. Michelle Marsh, a salon owner and operator for 23 years, is living that dream, for a second time. Formerly located at 60 Victoria Street, her salon Surreal reopened on July […]
Be brave and confident
The Women of Influence Speaker Series recently stopped in at Christchurch’s James Hay Theatre. The series is an opportunity for people around the country to listen and learn from some outstanding leaders, Chief Executive of Sport New Zealand, Raelene Castle being one of them. Raelene has gone from strength to strength in […]
A sustainable step forward: Hair Art & Beauty
Want to feel good about looking good? Hair Art & Beauty has officially partnered with Sustainable Salons NZ so now you can. As part of the Sustainable Salons family, over 95 percent of waste generated in the salon is now recycled, and any proceeds go directly to initiatives that help strengthen our […]
The root of a toothy problem: Ourvets St Albans
Has your pet fractured a tooth? Animals will continue to eat even when they are in pain, so it is important not to just ignore it or wait until your pet stops chewing on that side of the mouth. That’s the advice from pet dentistry expert Janine van Dam, BVSc MANZCVS, who […]








