The Influencers: John Bridgman

Project completion delayed Delays in completing our major projects due to the latest Covid-19 lockdown are a tough pill to swallow. We were preparing for an official opening and public open day at Te Pae Christchurch early next month and Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre was rapidly growing. No work in Level 4 […]

The Influencers: Marian Johnson

Electrify Aotearoa Together with Blackbird Ventures, one of Australasia’s leading venture capital companies, Ministry of Awesome is taking action with the launch of Electrify Aotearoa. This is New Zealand’s first women founder startup conference which is taking place right here in Christchurch on October 14. The basic premise here is that we believe […]

Embracing change: Harcourts Gold

Flexibility in our work, business practices and in our personal lives is the most important trait to embrace in 2021, say realty duo, Milena Bartlett and Andrew Swift. August’s Alert Level 4 lockdown meant a scramble for most Kiwis to sort life out on multiple fronts, including Milena and Andrew of Harcourts Gold, […]

Trust your gut instinct

Ruth Coppard was diagnosed with breast cancer last October, aged 61. Now in recovery, she shares her story to encourage other women to be proactive about their breast health. Coming face to face with the issue of my mortality was my first hurdle. I loved and wanted to be with my grandchildren in […]

Natural, nourishing skin care

A face mask is the ultimate treat not only for your skin, but also the perfect dose of self-care for stressful days. Taking some time in the evening to relax and nourish your skin will do wonders for your wellbeing. We have gathered a few easy homemade face mask recipes, made with super […]

Hidden oasis in Bishopdale: Accacia Beauty

Imagine escaping to a place where your wellbeing is the only thing that matters; floating weightless in space, with nothing but the stars surrounding you or just in a peaceful room with soothing music, completely relaxed and carefree. That’s what you can experience at Acacia Beauty, built on the dream of two vivacious […]