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Te Pae wins award

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has won The Building Sustainability through People Award at the 2025 NZ HR Awards. Marking its 26th year with the highest-ever number of entries, the HRNZ Awards celebrate exceptional organisations and individuals driving change and promoting best practice. Te Pae won its award for “embedding sustainability into its […]

Radiant skin at any age: Face & Body Essentials

Summer may have been a no-show in Canterbury this year, yet according to those in the beauty business, that wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. As any skincare professional will tell you, the sun’s rays are ageing, and skin requires protection from ultraviolet rays year-round – rain or shine. Lisa McGoldrick, owner of Face […]

In tune with real estate: Thereak Noy

Unwavering dedication, the ability to navigate the complexities of real estate pricing, and putting your wants and needs above all else – what more could you want in a real estate agent? With a reach spanning across Prebbleton, Thearak Noy equips his clients with extensive neighbourhood insights and an understanding of market trends. […]

Super space savers

Built-ins, pull-outs, and cleverly concealed storage spaces have become an integral part of contemporary homes during the past decade. BY LYNDA PAPESCH. The popularity of tiny homes has been one area leading the charge for creative storage solutions, yet many of those options also work successfully in larger homes, especially when channelling a […]

Some like it hot

Chillies feature in almost every global cuisine, some more than others, although they’re not everyone’s idea of an enjoyable culinary experience. BY IAN KNOTT. The heat of chillies is a subjective thing to the individual. Many find a relatively mild jalapeño (2000 Scoville Heat Units) or Tabasco sauce unbearably spicy, whereas others won’t […]