10 most popular pooch names

Charlie is still top dog when it comes to the most popular names for Christchurch canines. Just like clothes and interiors, names go in and out of fashion, and right now, Charlie is the new black when it comes to names for dogs in Christchurch. Over the past year, there were 470 registered […]

Business confidence levelling off:
Business Canterbury

The latest Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey shows local businesses are holding steady yet confidence is failing to lift. After a strong rebound late last year, confidence has steadied in 2025 rather than continuing its upward climb, with consumer demand slower to recover and global uncertainty still casting a shadow. That said, the outlook […]

Tiny & terrific show home: Versatile Homes

Thinking of a new home? A seaside bach? An investment property? Look no further than one of Canterbury’s most stylish show homes, the Advantage 65. From Versatile Homes, this stunning pavilion-style dwelling is compact yet clever in its layout providing oodles of space. Measuring 65m2, it comprises a galley kitchen, concealed laundry, spacious […]

Beer bread

With its lightly sweet flavour, buttery beer bread is a classic loaf made by dads on camping trips across the world. One of the simplest breads you can make, beer bread has just six ingredients: flour, baking powder, table salt, sugar, beer, and melted butter. Beer, of course, is the hero. The type […]

Rediscover yourself: V for Hair

Embrace a new look for a new season. Perimenopause can feel like a storm – your body changes, moods shift, and suddenly, the woman in the mirror feels unfamiliar. Many women feel like they’ve lost their spark, their confidence, or even their identity. “What if this stage of life is not the end […]