Book in to break out: Escape Artists

You are locked in a room with an hour on the clock where the only way out is through a series of codes and puzzles. Whether you’re a team leader or clock watcher, Isaac Neeley manager of Escape Artists Christchurch says everyone plays a role within the team no matter how small […]

It’s show time!

Livestock, equestrian, a Jack Russell race, wearable arts show, veggie growing competition, rides, live music, kid’s entertainment and delicious food are all on the agenda for this year’s Wanaka A&P Show.     This month the town will come alive for one of the South Island’s largest and most popular agricultural and […]

All about Aotearoa: Canterbury Playcentre Shop

Today’s child is tomorrow’s adult and what better way to absorb knowledge on our country’s indigenous language and culture than to provide learning tools that feed the mind and fire the imagination?   Puzzles in Te Reo identify numbers, colours, shapes, seasons, months of the year, native birds and modes of transportation, […]

Have you signed up yet? Wellbeing Challenge

The Wellbeing Challenge starts on March 15 and is a great way to feel happier, healthier and less stressed.   Stress, if not dealt with, can cause havoc with our bodies and minds. Many of us have symptoms of stress but don’t realise that’s what it is. Tiredness, tension headaches, aches and […]

Fancy footwear for fall: Rangiora Shoe Lines

It’s a sizzling summer at Rangiora Shoe Lines as customers up and down the country (yes, both South and North Islands) are snapping up sandals, shoes and sneakers in the end-of-season sale. But that’s not all that’s happening at the “best little independent shoe store in North Canterbury” – owner Rebecca Barker […]

The Fiji treatment at Le Plaisir

Renowned beauty brand Pure Fiji is now at Le Plaisir, a must-visit hair, beauty and skincare destination in Silverstream.   Known for its nourishing, moisturising and beautifying natural ingredients, Pure Fiji’s beauty products are used in top salons the world over. Taking traditional blends used by South Pacific and Fiji islanders for […]

Autumn Essentials: Belleza Boutique

Loved Lincoln local, Belleza has been providing women with gorgeous garments from top quality brands for years. Owner Anna Green recently opened her second store at The Crossing in the heart of Christchurch CBD, opposite Country Road. The boutique brings a thoughtfully curated collection to the city, with plans to blend clothing […]

Beautiful haar lives here: Haar Design

The German word for hair is Haar, so for Caroline Haar naming her own salon Haar Design was an apt decision.   After 20 years in the industry and multiple awards, including being a five-time winner of the Canterbury Westland Hairstylist and Colourist of the Year, it was time for Caroline to […]

Toe-tal foot health: Feet First Podiatry

“Continuous improvement” may be a business buzzword – but it’s a concept that is right at the heart of the Feet First Podiatry practice.     Here, leading podiatrist Charlotte is highly skilled with many years of experience, but she wanted to offer more to her clients. Agata, Feet First’s European-trained podiatry […]