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 […]
ChristchurchNZ Economic Analyst Sophie Jones: A summer outlook
In my role as Economic Analyst at ChristchurchNZ, I focus on the wellbeing of our economy. But it’s important to remember that economies are about people. Recent insights from Statistics New Zealand’s Wellbeing Survey reveal reasons to feel good. Canterbury boasts higher overall wellbeing levels compared with the national average. In 2023, 53% of Cantabrians […]
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