Pretty in pink
Pink is proving popular for spring and summer fashion, thanks to the likes of Barbie. The colour is also associated with breast cancer, and October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Pink comes in so many hues from pastels to brights, that if one is not to your liking, there’s sure to be another […]
The joy of reading: Page and post bookshop
Bookshops are places of discovery and escape. There’s nothing quite like the thrill you get when you find the book you really want to read. W alking into a bookshop feels like coming home because there’s an inexplicable warmth to these shops. The Page and Post Booksellers in Geraldine is a classic bookshop […]
Biketober – riding in style
Cycling in style What’s the best $20 you ever spent on clothes? For Katy McRae, it was her long, leather coat – an “absolute steal” from TradeMe. She wears it on her cycle commute when the weather is less than pleasant. “I’ll also wear a skirt or dress and stockings on those days, […]
Become a local tourist
In New Zealand, we are experiencing an influx of international tourists. Why not join them and embark on an adventurous South Island road trip of your own? See below a road trip itinerary that you can customise to how many days you’d like to spend in each place, starting in Christchurch and making […]
Experience the magic
Marlborough is many things to many people, and its sheer versatility is one aspect that makes it a popular destination. Think fine wine, gourmet food, sparkling seas, convivial hosts, and an array of tempting tourism opportunities, and you’ll just scratch the surface of what’s on offer. Having lived in Marlborough for 25 plus […]











