Snapped! Local street style
What inspires the style of South Canterbury’s most fashionable ladies? Essence’s Larnya Bourdot took to the streets and played paparazzo to locals that caught her eye. Karen Smith, Owner of STOMPZ My style is simple and sophisticated with a bit of edge. I love a good matching ensemble; Briarwood do that well. […]
Cleaning up the lagoon
Mention Washdyke and one of the things that springs to mind is the lagoon. The Waitarakao Washdyke Lagoon is a shallow, coastal lagoon north of Timaru – a wildlife sanctuary and refuge for birds, plants, and fish. The rocky reef of the lagoon was made from lava flow which turned to basalt after Mt Horrible erupted about […]
How to find your perfect colour: Savvy hair
Award-winning hairstylist Sarah McGuigan says confidence comes from choosing a colour that feels authentic to your personal style. We sat down with the owner of Cashmere’s Savvy Hair to find out how to choose and wear your next colour with flair. Q. Sarah, how can readers find out which hair colour is right […]
Kiwi eco brand expansion
Christchurch-based Forsana is scaling up production and retail reach as demand surges for non-toxic household cleaners, plant care and water treatment solutions across New Zealand and Australia. Christchurch eco-friendly manufacturer Forsana is accelerating its growth, announcing new retail partnerships and a push into the Australian market as demand rises for safer, sustainable cleaning […]
Fridge fritters recipe
Cook Rhiannon Baldock isn’t the only one with vegetables looking a little worse for wear in the fridge. Her take on the classic corn fritters with a garlicky chilli yoghurt is the best way to make the most of those not-so-pretty vegetables while you still can. Ingredients | serves 4 Fritters 1/4 cup […]
Celeb-approved eyewear style: Anstice Optometrists
If you know eyewear, you know MOSCOT. This iconic New York City brand, celebrated worldwide for its distinctive, vintage-inspired frames, has arrived at Anstice Optometrists on Clyde Road. With over 110 years of heritage, MOSCOT blends refined downtown style with exceptional craftsmanship to create timeless eyewear designed to last. Favoured by trendsetters including […]
For the paint-hearted
The finalists for the 40th annual Dulux Colour Awards have been announced, including two stand-out properties from Christchurch. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the prestigious Dulux Colour Awards, which is New Zealand and Australia’s premier showcase of inspirational colour application in interior and exterior residential, commercial or industrial builds. The awards […]
Building Canterbury’s future: Tao Homes
Christchurch has a healthy real estate market, with townhouses, apartments and new developments aplenty. One developer stands above the rest when it comes to quality. Local developer Tao Homes is making its mark, offering design-led, high-quality housing tailored for everyone from first-timers to savvy investors and those looking to downsize, but without sacrificing […]
Protect to prolong
In the season when investing in your health and safety is paramount – protecting belongings is no less important. Your home and garden is your haven, filled with gorgeous, often costly pieces accumulated over time – especially outside. Spas, garden art, dining furniture and the like, all benefit from proper protection and preservation […]
Good as gold: Commonwealth Vault
“It’s not for nothing that people use the phrase, ‘good as gold’.” We sat down with Myles Chandler, general manager behind Commonwealth Vault – the ‘buy, store and protect’ bullion facility that has earned the country’s confidence. Is buying bullion a good idea to preserve the value of your savings in the 2026 […]
