Made in the Shade

Winter Wow! Made in the Shade

While we all adore summer, there’s something splendid about autumn’s dramatic colours sweeping our landscape, and something undeniably seductive about snuggling before a crackling fire, sipping a mulled wine or drop of scotch on a chilly winter’s evening.     In readiness, and in celebration, of cool days ahead, Alison Donn, owner […]

Central City Flowers

A floral fixation: Central City Flowers

Central City Flowers has relocated from South City Mall to 92 Colombo Street (corner of Fisher Avenue), and owner, Allan Jarden, is rapt because 12 years ago, he was working at the very same premises. “It’s like being home again. It’s a great neighbourhood around here.”     Allan and his team […]

Mondo Black

Talented Team: Mondo Black

Located in Edgeware, Mondo Black hairdressing salon is the vibrant and fun home to a team of stylists for whom the term ‘a passion for great hair’ is an understatement. The tight knit group don’t just create beautiful hair, but ensure a visit to the salon is relaxing and enjoyable ‘time-out’ for […]

Encorė Cosmetic Clinic

Creating Summer Bodies: Encorė Cosmetic Clinic

Taming tummies, refining rears and thinning thighs for more than one million people worldwide, the Cooltech process of freezing fat has arrived in Christchurch and is exclusively available at Encorė Cosmetic Clinic. Owner Dr Grant Bellaney says if you start your treatment now, you’ll see results in time for your summer holiday. […]

Alcohol Consulting Group

Hospo Help for Alcohol Licensing: Alcohol Consulting Group

A successful hospitality business in the 21st century requires not just the magic mix of taste and style with an acute business sense, but also a deep knowledge of the regulatory environment.     The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act, 2012 considerably increased the responsibilities of hospitality owners. With an overarching […]

Caroline’s Kombi Tours

Seeing the city sights: Caroline’s Kombi Tours

They say good things come in small packages, which rings true for our beautiful city and is also one of the reasons why Caroline’s Kombi Tours are so popular.     Providing a unique and fun way to explore Christchurch, one of the wonderful things about a Kombi Van is its small […]

Grassam Real Estate

Maximising your investment: Grassam Real Estate

How do you choose the right agent to sell your home and what should you expect from them? Real estate specialist Juline Grassam makes some suggestions.     “For most people selling their home means selling their most important asset,” Juline says. “Homeowners are all interested in the same thing – maximising their […]

Rossendale Vineyard

Only the best! Rossendale Vineyard

Only the best is good enough for the team at specialist wedding and event venue, Rossendale Vineyard. They are constantly looking for ways to improve their already consummate service to clients.     “We have made a small change to our name to make it trip off the tongue more easily,” says […]

Ourvets

Extending veterinary knowledge base: Ourvets

Ourvets is excited to welcome Dr Angela Hartman, a Veterinary Radiology Specialist.     In January, the Ourvets team welcomed Angela in order, to provide a specialist referral service to Christchurch and the wider Canterbury area. Angela is the only Veterinary Specialist Radiologist in the South Island and already offers her advanced skill […]

More Mobility

The key to vital independence: More Mobility

Owning a scooter has been a lifeline for Brian Parke, enabling him to meet friends and enjoy getting out and about in his community.     Twenty years ago, the 78-year-old Akaroa local suffered a stroke which subsequently reduced his mobility. Following rehabilitation, the introduction of his first scooter from More Mobility […]