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Greater wellbeing through quality sleep: Dreamwool Beds

Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health, while not getting enough quality sleep regularly raises the risk of health disorders ranging from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia. Sleep time is undervalued,” says Simon Challies, Director of BrainTree Wellness Centre (pictured above left). “It can make as much difference as exercise […]

Talk to us now: NZ Mortgages

The market is certainly buzzing with activity. With the OCR dropping to 4.75%, interest rates are finally heading in the right direction at a great pace. Another OCR announcement at the end of November has the potential to see the rate go to 4.5% for the start of 2025. Our crystal ball hopefully sees 4.99% […]

A Canterbury wonderland: The Rusty Acre

Hidden away, just north of Christchurch, is a delightful, one of a kind sculpture garden like no other. Charming visitors since 2018, the garden’s owner Andrea Wadsworth loves seeing the look of wonder that spreads across visitors’ faces when they first view The Rusty Acre. “They arrive and pop in through the hole in the […]

An eco-friendly dragon kingdom: Turtle Creations

Martin and Petra Novak have transformed their love for dragons into a thriving business, crafting exquisite, eco-friendly dragon toys in New Zealand since 2022. Their creations—ranging from large, fearsome creatures to cherry blossom-adorned cuties—captivate the imaginations of both children and adults. “When we attend conventions, it’s amazing to see the excitement on children’s faces as […]

Perfect paintings at Bi-annual art show: Windsor Gallery

This must-attend exhibition on 9 and 10 November is filled with hundreds of striking artworks from over 40 local and international artists. It is a splendid chance to bolster up your collection and fill your house or office space with dynamic pieces of art. Sean Fietje’s paintings are exquisite in their intricacy and breathtaking in […]