The comeback fibre
Wool is leading a natural revolution. As the world wakes up to the environmental toll of plastic pollution, wool is making a comeback, says Campaign for Wool New Zealand GM Kara Biggs. For centuries, wool has kept us warm. From heirloom sweaters to hard-wearing rugs, it’s a fibre steeped in tradition. Now, in […]
Welcome to the woolvolution
Can wool do it all? Maybe. The natural material is experiencing a resurgence – yet the revolution in question is something many Kiwis have been at the head of for decades. Locals champion wool’s potential and versatility, leading to the innovative ventures you will discover within this feature. Find it in different forms […]
Te Pae brings $77 million boost to national economy
The Crown-owned convention centre, Te Pae Christchurch, has delivered a $77 million boost to New Zealand’s GDP and supported 693 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs across the country. New analysis from Infometrics, for the year to November 2024, shows the centre also contributed an estimated $63 million to Canterbury’s economy, supporting 631 FTE jobs […]
In the frame: Art & Frame
Conservation framing protects the things you love. When you really value something, a great way to keep it for posterity is to have it framed. Whether it’s art, photography, needlework, historical documents, or baby clothes, all sorts of valuable and beloved objects can be preserved in a frame. Art & Frame owner Karyn […]
Quilty pleasure: MickeyRaes
Make it a crafting winter break at Hanmer Springs. There’s something magical about a winter escape to Hanmer Springs – cosy cabins, fireside chats, and that crisp mountain air. When the weather turns chilly, locals and visitors alike find comfort and creativity inside MickeyRaes, the village’s beloved craft haven. “We’ve created a space […]
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