Te Kaha’s countdown is on

Christchurch’s new stadium marked its one-year-to-go milestone with a sneak peek for media in mid-April. The $683 million project is on track to open in April 2026, four years after construction began in April 2022. Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger says the “sky’s the limit” for the positive impact One New Zealand Stadium […]

Sheep station staycations

Remote, rugged locations offering breathtaking scenery and a back-to-nature reset for any budget. For an unforgettable getaway, the South Island’s sheep stations offer a spectacular stay. Ever thought about taking a break on a sheep station? While still being fully working sheep farms, many South Island stations offer accommodation from the highest of […]

Warmer in wool: The Wool Company

As the Christchurch chill sets in, it’s time to layer up, and there’s no better choice than premium New Zealand-made merino. The Wool Company was founded in the late 1950s by Janet and Gordon Riach, when it began as a wool buying and processing business. Now run by their daughter Margot, the company […]

Walls made of wool

Wool for walls and carpets are all the rage in many exciting new interior projects. As NZ First Leader Winston Peters said recently, wool is a ‘miracle thread’ that’s so much better for the health of people and planet. That’s why the government is funding a range of innovative wool projects through the […]

Cosy & whimsy

As one of the most valued textiles in New Zealand, a home styled with wool in mind is a winner. We’re surrounded by luxe homewares to fit the bill and make your interiors ooze luxury, with a side of rural whimsy of course.