Discover your perfect holiday getaway: Maruia River Retreat
Hit pause on that busy life and treat yourself to a luxury wellness escape. Nestled within a lush native New Zealand forest, Maruia River Retreat offers an exclusive sanctuary designed for those seeking a break from the hustle. Picture waking up to the soothing sounds of the Maruia River, surrounded by vibrant blooms […]
Make holiday memories: Chipmunks Wigram
Childhood memories made at vibrant indoor playgrounds last forever. This Christmas, treat your family to a place they will hold in their hearts forever. Bursting with adventure, Chipmunks Wigram keeps the little ones entertained and burns off excess holiday steam. Recently renovated and designed for endless hours of fun, the Play Zones cater […]
In high spirits: Herrick Creek Distillery
The words “moonshine” and “bootlegging” conjure up images of illegal stills in the Central Otago goldfields, and the clandestine distribution of distilled alcohol. There is however nothing clandestine or illicit about the award-winning “Moonshine” that Tom Finn (pictured) creates at the Herrick Creek Distillery. Tom’s great-grandfather was a true bootlegger in Canada, so […]
A toast to tradition: Colony
When Louisa Lorenzen met Johan Hansen in the 1860s on the Otago goldfields, she had no idea their romantic story would echo through the ages. Now, 160 years later, it’s embodied in The Proposal, a liqueur with suspended flakes of gold, symbolising the only gold Johan found, which he used to craft her […]
Fendalton architecture wins national design award: Figure & Ground
Winning a prestigious national architectural design award is quite an achievement, made even better when the project is your own home. One of two Canterbury projects recognised in the 2024 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards is this stunning contemporary home by architectural designer Sam Connell of Figure & Ground. Nestled on Kōtare Street […]
Principal team in property: Vic Raha
A growing team is a seal of confidence, and in the thrilling landscape of real estate, more hands on deck are a welcome relief. Team is the key word, and newly-recruited assistant Marie Stokes (pictured right) makes the Harcourts Grenadier trio complete alongside the ever-succesful Vic Raha and Melissa Davenport. Marie brings more […]
Destinations: West Coast adventures
The rugged West Coast of the South Island comes into its own during the warm summer months, a utopia for adventure, and experiences like none other. The Coast boasts 600 extraordinary kilometres of coastline, mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, glaciers, with endless opportunities to get active or just take it slow. Its small towns […]
Staying safe in silly season
Drink spiking statistics in New Zealand are minimal, as is safety in many hospitality venues. Yet many women in New Zealand will have, or know of someone who has, experienced an incident along those lines. End-of-year work dos, pre- and post-Christmas catch-ups with friends and family, and celebratory events – it’s likely you […]
NZ’s top businesses
In an increasingly challenging business environment, the importance of excellent customer service has never been more critical. The annual Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards, announced recently, highlight those businesses that have earned the trust and loyalty of New Zealand consumers through their outstanding customer service. This year’s awards take on special significance in […]
A night to remember: Isaac Theatre Royal
Monumental, captivating, history-making. That is how you might describe the celebration that marked 10 years of standing strong once again, for one of Christchurch’s renowned arts establishments. The Isaac Theatre Royal’s Anniversary Variety Gala was an unforgettable celebration of resilience, creativity, and community, marketing and deveolopment manager Bianca Lindstrom says. Opening the evening […]
