5-star realty excellence: Raine & Horne

Putting clients’ interests first, even before their own, has produced consistent five-star reviews for one Canterbury real estate duo. Natarsha Crawford and Susan Mullink (pictured) are the team behind Raine & Horne Northwood (formerly Mike Pero Northwood). The dynamic pair bought the franchise in January this year, continuing when it was acquired by, and rebranded […]

Realty contrast in 2024

Despite a challenging year for New Zealand’s property market, moments of resilience and divergence emerged, with multi-million-dollar prestige sales, double-digit gains and declines, and properties selling in as little as seven days. The annual CoreLogic NZ Best of the Best 2024 report highlights the country’s top property sales, highest and lowest growth suburbs and best-performing […]

Why a brewery tour? Wigram Brewing Co

Without stating the obvious, brewery tours are exciting, educational and fun. Getting down to the business end of what’s in your pint of beer is fascinating for both beer and non-beer drinkers alike. Brewery tours help educate and appreciate the science underlying the brewing process and the many complexities involved in perfecting beer styles, while […]

Style & functionality for modern Kiwi homes: Canterbury Window Coverings

Interior shutters have long been celebrated as the perfect blend of beauty and practicality, seamlessly fitting both timeless and modern homes. Beyond aesthetics, they enhance comfort, energy efficiency, and privacy, making them a true lifestyle upgrade for the modern Kiwi. Shutters offer an elegant solution for maintaining a comfortable living environment all year round. Their […]

Weather radar rebuild complete

MetService’s Canterbury weather radar is back in action after a complete replacement during recent months. The $3.5 million project involved the demolition of the 30-year-old radar and concrete tower, then installing a stronger 19-metre-high steel tower and the new radar on top. Part of an ongoing investment in the New Zealand weather radar network, the […]