Welcome to 2024: Editor’s Note

After a month off, our team has sprung into action, revitalised and ready for whatever this year brings. Personally, I caught up with some family, some friends, and made some new acquaintances with a couple of weeks staycation locally, and a wee visit to Golden Bay, Nelson, and Blenheim. Wherever I ventured, I […]

Structures telling stories: Art Fetiche

Applying art to tell stories is a meticulous craft, and through decades of history, it’s one that still requires the most experienced of hands. Steel structures, massive walls, and stories of historic Māori craftsmanship, make up the latest Art Fetiche project, revealed in December. The ‘Pounamu Pathway’ building located in Māwhera (Greymouth), showcases […]

Perfectly positioned Pilates practice: Studio Pilates

Taking Pilates methodology to a new state-of-the-art wellness concepts level, and combining high-end studio chic with vibrant energy, is Studio Pilates, affectionately answering to: ‘Life’s too short for ordinary workouts’ as its mantra. This elegant hard-wood floor studio, in the heart of Merivale is single-handedly creating a happy, motivated community of Pilates enthusiasts […]

Easy Crayfish Bisque

Crayfish Bisque is an excellent way to get the most out of your Christmas crays, using the leftover shells for a homemade stock. Try it as an entrée, or showcase it as the main meal. Ingredients 6 Tbsp butter 6 Tbsp flour 1/2 Tsp salt 1/2 Tsp celery salt 1/4 Tsp ground black […]

Cash, cash, cash: EBI Business Improvement Specialists

Cashflow is your secret business weapon to survival, prosperity, and growth. Your greatest ally in business is ‘knowing your numbers’ intimately. Good or bad, they’re your best friend. The closer you get to them, the more in control you are of your business, your outcomes, and your life. If you’re not managing cash […]