Check out our artworks: Lakeland Art
Set amidst the Selwyn countryside lies the rural town of Leeston (Karumata) – 45 minutes’ drive from both central Christchurch and Ashburton or 25 minutes from Rolleston. With the charm and friendliness of an old established community, the town is well worth the leisurely drive as a destination in itself or as part […]
Serve it up: Serve Ping Pong Club
Every new bar tries to dream up an angle to fill a perceived gap in the market, and so we have speakeasies, bistros, exotic, traditional pubs, live music bars. The list goes on, they are not really exceptional. Enter Serve Ping Pong Club. Newly opened as part of Codebreakers Escape Rooms, the bar […]
Explore the Garden City
There’s no shortage of options in and around Christchurch during the next few months, with events ranging from concerts and theatrical shows, to culture, art and heritage offerings. Some attractions in the Garden City are permanent, such as the Riverside Market, New Regent Street, The Terraces, and Little High/Salt District, while others – […]
A perfect day: Geraldine Summer Fete
With winter behind us and a hint of summer approaching, there’s no better way to enjoy a day with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fete. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the Geraldine Summer Fete is now in its 13th year. Attendees can expect a day of relaxing […]
Christchurch on show
Warmer days and nights mean more outdoor activities and there are plenty on offer. Pack a picnic and head on out, or try some of the local cafes and eateries while exploring. Check out our urban beaches Christchurch has a huge coastline with numerous beaches worth visiting. Check out New Brighton for an […]
Memories for life: Hanmer Springs Top 10 Holiday Park
Holiday Parks are in our Kiwi DNA. We adored them as children, and as adults they provide the perfect relaxing break. C hildren growing up in traffic-dominated cities discover the complete freedom of roaming the park on bikes or on foot. Choosing between the jumping pillow, exploring, and fun bikes shapes memories found […]
Contemporary and Kiwi: Protocol Bar and Restaurant
You enter through the doors of Protocol Bar & Restaurant on Colombo Street and immediately feel an inviting vibe. The warm tones of the wooden furniture in the bar and the restaurant areas are stylish, comforting and enticing. Protocol is also contemporary and very Kiwi with its outdoor terrace recently upgraded with new […]
Garden high tea: Chateau on the Park
Something about sitting down for a High Tea feels extra special. It’s an occasion, and a moment to soak up the finest things in life; deliciously made food, beautifully brewed teas, and fabulous company. High Tea is an experience that everyone can enjoy, whether it is to catch up with old friends, a […]
Off and racing: The Golden Mile
Horse racing of both the harness and thoroughbred varieties is in the DNA of the Golden Mile Tavern in the heart of Templeton. The name itself says it all – the Golden Mile is a horse race held in Bendigo, Victoria each year – and everywhere throughout the facility there are images of […]
