Agile workspaces: Ricoh
Did you know that approximately 64 percent of business premises are the wrong size or designed inefficiently? Modern workplaces have evolved significantly during the past three years, catering for different work styles, hours and needs. Enter the hybrid – or agile – workplace. Essentially these digitally enhanced spaces support hybrid work forces and […]
Security redefined: Commonwealth Vault
In a world of uncertainty where possessions hold both sentimental and financial value, safeguarding them becomes paramount. For those seeking a facility to store their prized valuables, their number one priority is that the facility brings the utmost in both security and sophistication for complete peace of mind. Commonwealth Vault utilises its state-of-the-art […]
The view from the top: NZ Mortgages
We’ve been anticipating it for a while and now it looks like we’ve arrived at the peak of interest rates – and what will probably be a turning point in the market. In late May, the Reserve Bank raised the OCR (Official Cash Rate) by 0.25 basis points, a move that came as […]
Know where you are heading: Metros Marketing
It’s easy to solely focus on dollar signs when you’re a business owner. Figuring out ways to constantly improve your business to succeed financially is a common goal. However, investing in your long-term marketing plan is even more crucial to ensure your business is not only generating profits, but generating them for a […]
Breathing for winter wellness: The Lung Mechanic
We all know breathing is necessary for survival, but not so well known is that when done correctly, the breath supports our immune system. We eat and talk through the mouth, but because we breathe and smell through the nose, nasal breathing is our first line of immune defence. “The structures of the […]
Exploring Wigram
Southwest of Christchurch’s city centre, Wigram has experienced considerable growth during the past decade. Today it is home to a variety of cafes, restaurants, licensed premises, and retail outlets, with a population of 11,102 just a year ago. While close to Hornby’s retail zone, Wigram has its own expanding business hub, in addition […]
A central physio hub: The Muscle People
The face of our central city has changed dramatically as the rebuild of Christchurch has progressed. We now have an urban centre with innovative and bold developments, the results of fresh ideas and big thinking. The city is far from complete yet. Another project that is causing considerable excitement in the community is […]
Beating bowel cancer
Every year more than 3000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer, and at least 1200 people will die from the disease, making it the second most common cancer in New Zealand. June is Bowel Cancer Awareness month, and throughout Aotearoa people have been participating in the Move your Butt campaign to raise funds […]
Otago’s Christchurch campus celebrates 50 years: Otago, Christchurch
Over the past five decades, more than 5000 medical students, along with numerous health professional and research students, have completed their training at the city’s renowned “health university”. It’s a history of which Dean and Head of Campus Professor Suzanne Pitama (Ngāti Kahungunu/Ngāti Whare) is suitably proud. “In this, our 50th year, we […]
