Understanding Enduring Powers of Attorney: Kannangara Thomson
It is a common misconception that Enduring Powers of Attorneys (EPAs) are only relevant for ‘old people’. The reality is that a health mishap, medical or accident related, can befall anyone at any age. The fact is that everyone should have these important estate planning tools in place. Having EPAs prepared now […]
Cutting Edge Skin Cancer Checks: Encore
It’s an unfortunate fact that New Zealand has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world. Major factors which increase our exposure to UV radiation are our thin ozone layer and a lack of atmospheric pollution to block the harmful rays. We know that regular skin cancer checks should be […]
New Zealand’s fastest mum
Helena Dinnissen is testimony that if you’re born to do something, you can get over life’s hurdles, bounce right back – and take off. A competitive sprinter, the 34-year-old holds the title of New Zealand’s fastest mum, with three children under 10 in tow. The surprising twist on her inspiring […]
Like a Queen: Q&A with Constance Hall
Constance Hall has a lot of haters, but she also has a lot of lovers – 1.3 million on Facebook alone. After the Australian blogger launched her Facebook page in late 2015, she has laid it all out bare – sex, body shape, the end of a marriage, the start […]
Makeup Master
Off on a nationwide tour, Sephora Beauty Bus’ first stop was our very own Cathedral Square and I had the absolute pleasure of being treated to a makeover at the talented hands of Sephora Australia’s National Artistry Lead, Alphie Sadsad. Read on for some of Alphie’s top tips for a stellar face […]
The perfect place: Lushingtons Garden, Gifts and Cafe
If you are looking for a great day out to banish those winter blues then Lushingtons Garden, Gifts and Café at Tinwald, Ashburton is your ideal destination. Only an hour from Christchurch, it’s the perfect place to catch up with friends for coffee and something scrumptious, browse exquisite giftware, or […]
Age Defying
Fine lines, dark circles, age spots, dry skin and thinning hair are just a few of the unavoidable aspects of getting older that keep us up at night. There are some clever tricks of the trade that make it possible to bring back that youthful glow. Vitamin C Beauty […]
Gathering pace: Q&A with Gatherings’ Alex Davies
The ‘root to tip’ concept of food is gathering pace as clever culinary creators seek to reduce waste and encourage sustainability. Alex Davies from Gatherings Restaurant is playing no small part in this movement. Can you tell us a bit about Gatherings and how it came about? Gatherings came about […]
Local team’s NZFW adventure!: Q&A with Kristen Stewart
Get ready for 26 August – New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) is hitting Auckland! Christchurch’s very own Kristen Stewart Makeup School is taking up 16 graduates and 14 assisting students – their largest team yet – to work their makeup magic. We caught up with Kristen Stewart about the NZFW experience and […]
