A lasting legacy: Riccarton House & Bush Trust
Pūtaringamotu Riccarton Bush is a 600-year-old forest remnant, set in the heart of Christchurch. Due to its small size and urban setting, Pūtaringamotu is vulnerable to external pressures and activity. To increase its resilience, the Riccarton Bush Trust operates under a management plan to protect and enhance its indigenous flora and fauna, including […]
Upgrading your outdoors
Indulge in the delights of your garden sanctuary this summer by elevating your outdoor experience. Consider splurging on key elements that will transform your garden into an area of relaxation and entertainment. If you’re planning to host extended gatherings, investing in a robust table and chairs is essential. Picture an evening dinner party […]
Make mine MYKITA: Anstice Optometrists
Worn by celebrities such as Carrie Bradshaw, Brad Pitt, and Lady Gaga, a new lightweight style of frames are now available in Christchurch. Only at Anstice Optometrists, the MYKITA frame brand, pictured above, sets new standards in design and manufacturing, with purposeful products that combine handcraft and high technology. From the MYKITA HAUS […]
Great tastes and good spaces combine: The One Next Door
Wine and cheese, rugby and beer, some things simply work better together. Good pairing is where one part brings out the best in the other. This sentiment holds true for people and spaces. When a commercial space in need of a culinary make-over became available, the owners of Little River Café, Cam Gordon, […]
The season of sunshine in Ōtautahi
It’s time for endless summer fun. Check out the line-up of exhilarating summer events, and bask in the warm days and balmy nights as the city puts on months jam-packed with excitement. There is plenty of space to play this summer in Ōtautahi, and here are a few events you won’t want to […]
Gorgeous gifts
Add some lavishness to the festive season with a few home treats. From aromatic candles and incense, to table settings, maybe a new table, accessories, and larger items such as furniture, Christchurch retailers cover all the bases. ‘Tis the season of giving, and that includes gorgeous gifts for yourself, your home, and your […]
Get down to the dinos: Jurassic Adventure
Nestled in our backyard, Christchurch’s very own mini theme park awaits. Raptors, triceratops and a T-Rex roam on Opawa Road. At Jurassic Adventure, you’re stepping back 65 million years, with a side of mini golf, a maze, and more. These life-size animatronic dinosaurs will enchant and captivate, and owner Aaron Keown says it’s […]
Artistic strides: Jacqui Colley
Jacqui Colley is an award-winning New Zealand artist. She was born in Zambia and grew up in Cape Town, South Africa where she studied graphic design at Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Then she relocated to New Zealand in 1996. Jacqui began sporadically painting while working full time as a graphic designer. After […]
Stop, dine, shop: Route 72 Café Bar Emporium
Canterbury’s heartland is a great place to explore, and located on the inland scenic highway Route 72 you will find the picturesque village of Cust. Route 72 Café Bar Emporium combines the best of great shopping and great food, served up by friendly staff, all in the one establishment. With a wealth of […]
