Good news in property
The housing market looks set to remain relatively static throughout the opening months of 2025, following yet another flat quarter. That’s the forecast from the latest QV House Price Index, which shows residential property values edged upwards by an average of just 0.1% nationally in the December quarter. The average home is now […]
Fresh and best
Serving a salad with meals is a simple way to pack added nutrients and antioxidants into your diet, and eat to a feeling of satisfaction. Light on the stomach, salads are an easy option for warm evenings when after-dinner exercise remains on the radar – maybe a gentle game of tennis or walk […]
Classy glass
Setting the table for casual dining these days, runs the gamut from traditional to eclectic. Opt for DIY and self-serve plates and cutlery, to a more coordinated approach with a set table. By Lynda Papesch. Long gone are the days of white only plates, formal glass placements, and perfectly aligned cutlery ranks. One […]
Unbeatable: D.O.T.I
Keeping food simple while delivering a delightful experience for your tastebuds is not always easy, but it has been an effective path to success for one North Canterbury-based eatery. That’s the motto for the team behind D.O.T.I. It’s in their name. ‘Don’t Over Think It’ is exactly what they do, producing deliciously unpretentious […]
Let the sun shine in
Canopies, conservatories, sunrooms: call them what you want, they add worthwhile space and monetary value to a home. Open, partially enclosed, or part of a home’s permanent structure, rooms that catch the sun’s rays are usually worth their weight in gold, a versatile addition that can be used all-year-round. If building new, it […]
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