In the heart of the city: Rose Historic Chapel
One of the few remaining heritage buildings left within the Four Avenues, the Rose Historic Chapel is a unique, central city setting for small, intimate weddings. With a secluded rose garden and a beautiful circular stained glass window, the scene is set for unforgettable nuptials. The picturesque Victorian stone building with high ceilings […]
From stuck to starting again: I Get It
Work or study no longer feels fulfilling? Relationships feel strained, or there’s a sense that something needs to change but the next step isn’t clear? That’s where life coaching can make a difference. For life coach Dianne Heslop, her website messaging is ‘I get it’ because she does. She understands what it’s like […]
Canterbury housing bucks the trend: Ray White Marshland director Amanda Blair
While much of the country feels the slowdown, the housing market in Canterbury remains buoyant. Unlike most of New Zealand, the Canterbury housing market is showing strong, resilient growth in early 2026, with median prices rising roughly 2.2% year-on-year, which is outperforming many other regions. “We are lucky to have such a great […]
Clean that carpet: Chemdry
In an instant, food, drink and everyday life find their way onto furniture, upholstery, and carpet. It’s one of life’s biggest frustrations, and more than that, it can impact the health of your home. A build-up of dirt, dust, bacteria and allergens sits deep within fibres, beyond the reach of regular vacuuming. That’s […]
DIY reception dress
When Christchurch bride Emily Shannon wasn’t sure she could convince her groom Rhys that she needed a second dress for their wedding reception, she gathered her patternmaking book and an ethereal silk fabric, and put her fashion design degree to the test. What inspired your dress? I wanted a second dress because of […]
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