Selling retirement units: RUS Conultancy
Buying or surrendering a retirement unit occupation right differs from the standard house sale or purchase. That’s where Sharon Bennett from RUS Consultancy comes in. With a law degree and legal executive qualification from the United Kingdom and experience in handling New Zealand retirement village unit settlements, Sharon knows that for a resident, […]
The Influencers: Jan Evans-Freeman
Sustainability goals. My exciting new role is to deliver the university’s environmental sustainability goals from its Strategic Vision 2020-2030. These include being carbon net neutral by 2030 and significantly raising awareness of sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across all aspects of university life. Operating in a more sustainable way […]
The Influencers: John Bridgman
Shining bright. Between Te Pae Christchurch and Cathedral Square you may have noticed a large, striking-looking black tower. Adorned with rainbow discs and shiny, copper-coloured strips, it stands out against the Convention Centre’s braided river facade. The tower is the central feature of a new public space we’re delivering – Conduit Square. It […]
The Influencers: Peter Townsend
The adjustment bureau. We are now well into the “call to arms” to get as many of our community vaccinated against Covid-19 as is possible. The push for vaccinations has highlighted some challenging issues that are inherent in our community. They include obvious inequities within and across our communities. It is very clear […]
Paeonies with a purpose
Flower lovers rejoice. It’s paeony season and for the second year running these revered blooms – long known to symbolise compassion – are the floral heroes of a special fundraising campaign, ‘Peonies with a Purpose’. Each bouquet or bunch of paeonies bought from participating retailers until November 14, will see $1 donated to […]
What about Blockchain?
The New Zealand Government is currently reviewing the potential for a sovereign digital currency, as are many other countries around the world. Among those in the spotlight is Blockchain, a mature technology that, while fresh to New Zealand, is growing fast. Globally job listings for crypto and blockchain have been skyrocketing, growing 118 […]
A hidden antiquities gem
One of Christchurch’s hidden gems, the Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, has celebrated a milestone with its 50,000th visitor since opening in 2017. That’s roughly the same number of people it took to fill ancient Rome’s Colosseum. Part of the Arts Centre University of Canterbury campus, the museum houses more than three thousand […]
A golden moment
Share a moment of magic and possibility under glittering golden leaves courtesy of Aotearoa New Zealand artist Reuben Paterson, who installed his work The Golden Bearing at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū remotely from his Auckland home under Level 3 restrictions. The Golden Bearing opened at Christchurch Art Gallery on October […]
From the editor: 28 October 2021
New directions Owning a home in days long past was usually a realistic goal for all Kiwis, young and old. Now however, housing, its availability and affordability are ongoing hot topics. For countless young people, owning a home of their own will be an ongoing challenge. The property market continues to rise, with […]
Tee off for charity
Showcasing wine, artisan products and the Pegasus Golf & Sports Club, the inaugural North Canterbury Wine Region Charity Golf Day will be held on Friday November 26. The Charity Golf Day will aid the Rural Support Trust – North Canterbury. The event will be limited to 88 participants (22 teams of four players). […]
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