Tree spirit: Daniel Holland
Forgetting to buy a Christmas present for his wife led to Daniel Holland becoming South Canterbury’s most talked-about chainsaw artist. WORDS: TAMARA PITELEN | IMAGES SUPPLIED Becoming a chainsaw sculptor was never part of the plan for Geraldine artist, nurse and hammerhand Daniel Holland. It all began with a stereotypical husband fail. “I […]
Thai icon: Thai Orchid
Since 1989, Thai Orchid is where authentic Thai flavours, live music and lasting memories come together. For over 37 years, Thai Orchid has been part of Christchurch’s story, creating special memories for generations of diners. “My father helped build the kitchen,” recalls owner Jules Stokes. “As a teenager, this was where I first […]
Arborist experts: Complete Trees
Barking up the right tree are Christchurch arborist experts Ben and Jake. While winter might seem like the quiet season for gardening, they say it’s the perfect window for maintenance. Is an overgrown garden making you want to reach for the pruning shears or chainsaw? Tree pruning or removal without the correct know-how […]
Architecturally-pleasing outdoor living: Louvre Solutions
In pursuit of an architecturally pleasing and functional outdoor living space, the owners of this stunning home sought a custom louvre roof solution to seamlessly integrate with the unique design of their property. Shade from the sun, protection from the wind and rain, and an engaging environment for the whole family was what […]
Winter walks: South Canterbury
From coastal to sub-alpine, short walks to multi-day hikes, South Canterbury offers a rich variety of tracks and trails to explore on foot or by bike. Walking trails to suit every age and fitness level are dotted across all three districts of Timaru, Mackenzie and Waimate. Enjoy tracks along riverways or the South […]
Snug as a rug
There’s nothing like layering with a beautiful rug for creating warm and inviting spaces in your home during winter. While summer calls for minimalism, winter is the season for more – more colour, more texture, more layers to create cosy and nurturing interiors. Where to start? From the floor up. The right rug […]
Is your scalp sending SOS signals? Serendipity+ Head Spa
Christchurch scalp specialist and hair stylist Tatsushi Hasegawa reveals three warning signs you shouldn’t ignore. “Every scalp tells a story, and I love helping people understand what their scalp is trying to tell them,” says Tatsushi Hasegawa (Hase) of SERENDIPITY+ Head Spa. A master in scalp health, and one of few in the […]
Fire & Feast street festival
A two-day celebration of the very best Canterbury kai is your chance to eat Michelin star food without the fine dining price tag. P reviously Fire on High, an annual one-day food fest on High Street, the reimagined Fire and Feast celebrates the very best of local food and produce. Back bigger than […]
Wearable drugs
A Christchurch scientist has developed a world-first wearable drug delivery platform with a view to targeting the $10 billion US injectables market. Christchurch medtech startup Zuuka is preparing to commercialise a world-first wearable drug delivery platform to help people with diabetes, obesity, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s manage injectable treatments more easily at home. The […]
7 reasons to invest in a wool rug: Carpet Binders
Investing in New Zealand-grown warmth underfoot is something you’ll wish you did earlier. Here’s seven reasons why. “We’re passionate about supporting New Zealand wool and the rural communities behind it,” says Michelle MacWilliam, co-owner of Carpet Binders on Hayton Road. “At the end of the day, no one ever regrets investing in quality, […]
