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Calls for ban on engineered stone heat up

Submissions from health and industry groups on how to deal with Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) which causes the deadly lung disease silicosis are now being considered. Among those supporting major changes are employers, unions and MinEx which represents health and safety for quarries, mines and tunnels. A workshop was held by MinEx earlier […]

Great things come in 4s: No.4 Bar

How wonderful to have a neighbourhood bar, restaurant, and functions centre nestled within the sophistication of the inner city. A combination of superior food, beverages, and service meets the congeniality of stylish and family-friendly Merivale. When a special event is afoot, look no further than the long-esteemed No.4 Bar. “We have four distinct […]

Bespoke, heartfelt ceremonies: Tania Johnson Scott Celebrant

The elements of your wedding ceremony are essential, so choose a celebrant who crafts an experience infused with vibrance and joy. Tania Johnson-Scott is a recipient of the New Zealand Wedding Industry Awards for ‘Outstanding Marriage Celebrant’, and has trained through the New Zealand Celebrant School Te Wānanga Korowai Aroha. Specialising in her […]

Switch off

New research has revealed many Kiwis are checking notifications on their devices up to 50 times an hour, contributing to a whopping 88% feeling stressed by bedtime. The pressure to stay connected is constant, with at least a quarter (27%) of Kiwis receiving notifications until the moment they go to sleep, according to new research. […]

5 top wedding cake flavours and trends: Halswell Bakery

When planning your big day, the wedding cake is usually near the top of the list. Sort it quickly with a visit to a popular local bakery. The experienced family-owned Halswell Bakery has settled into its new premises at Shop 7, in the old Westpac Bank on Halswell Road, and from there can […]