A blooming good fête: Geraldine Summer fête

Summer is on its way, and so is Christmas, making it ideal to start gift gathering. There’s no better way to do this than enjoying a day out with with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 7 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fête is now […]

Hair from the heavens: Twiggi Hair

Bouncy, lush, and perfectly coiffed, that’s how your locks will look after a trip to Twiggi Hair, conveniently nestled within The Crossing’s plethora of boutiques. Find your dream look, before working with the Twiggi team prior to race day to create the hairstyle that brings it all together. A crew of expert stylists with years […]

Botanic Gardens tour & Punting on the Avon: Christchurch Attractions

The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. The 50-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle departs from behind the Peacock Fountain and travels through the key garden areas, offering a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area. Discover plenty of […]

WOW winners

The 2024 World of WearableArt™ (WOW) supreme award went to designer Grace DuVal from the United States for her garment, Curves Ahead. It was her sixth time entering WOW, and her sixth award win, although the first time she has received the supreme award. The runner-up was He art, by Xuancheng Liu & Jingyi Lin, […]

A Sunday suggestion: West Melton Community Market

A strong sense of community in the West Melton township led to the establishment of their community market three years ago. Today, the market has gained such a reputation for the variety of its stalls and casual, friendly vibe that people from outside the area often visit. There is also a waiting list of stallholders […]