Homegrown style and service: Barb’s Place

After 14 years running their boutique homestay in Waipara, Barb and Geoff Taylor’s reputation as excellent hosts is solid.   Barb’s Place is a homely BnB in the heart of the Canterbury wine-growing region and under an hour from Christchurch International Airport. The couple will cook up a country-style dinner for guests […]

Unique setting to treasure: Sign of the Takahe

Known as the gateway to the Port Hills, the eminent Sign of the Takahe is renowned for its cafe, bar, and restaurant where the best in classic European and Kiwi food and beverages are served in the deliciously baronial setting. Offering casual and family friendly dining at affordable prices, this unique setting […]

It must be fête: Geraldine Summer Fête

Canterbury’s biggest and finest fête brings you an exclusive shopping experience held at the spectacular park-like setting of Stover Garden. The Geraldine Summer Fete is a shopping extravaganza like no other, 200 top-flight, stalls to kick start Christmas shopping, this home, garden and lifestyle fête showcases an array of top-notch products and […]

A tranquil venue: Barkers Foodstore & Eatery

Having celebrated two years of the beautiful Barker’s Foodstore & Eatery doors being open, the iconic Kiwi Brand has created the perfect destination for your next conference or function. The picturesque setting on the banks of the Waihi River in Geraldine, the impressive glass frame and a spacious interior unites the space […]

Make history at Mona Vale

Fresh air and green spaces are integral to any event or celebration held at Christchurch’s premiere historic venue, Mona Vale.   Upstairs you’ll find space, light, and plenty of break-out areas which are fully air conditioned, or throw open those distinguished windows to let the breezes off the Avon drift in. Downstairs […]

Come one, come all: Ashburton Boulevard Day

Ashburton’s Boulevard Day is Mid Canterbury’s finest shopping event. This year marks the 45th running of this exclusive fete in the heart of Ashburton. Organisers are overwhelmed at the amazing feedback for holding the fete in the Ashburton Domain, and this year promises a new and exciting atmosphere. They will be showcasing […]

Experience the magic: Kaikoura

Just over two hours north of Canterbury, a drive through rolling hills and wineries will lead you to a stunning, winding coastal road to the beautiful town Kaikōura. The perfect place for a weekend getaway, Kaikoura is full of adventure, incredible scenery, local delights and good old, small-town charm. Here is an […]

Creative outlets for all: Art-East Christchurch

Art-East Christchurch was recently awarded the Arts Access Holdsworth Creative Space Award 2021, for its rich mix of art projects that empower artists with alcohol or drug addiction issues, mental ill-health, isolation, and institutionalisation. The award is a part of the annual Te Putanga Toi Arts Access Awards.   “I’m still processing […]

Versatile venue with views: Brinkley Resort

The Southern Alps are at their majestic best at this time of year; a stunning snowy backdrop for your conference or special event at Brinkley Resort in Methven.   “The conference facility is very versatile,” says the resort’s general manager Paul Creswick. “It can be set-up as boardroom-style, theatre-style or subdivided into […]

Experts in events: Multi Events Ltd

If you are looking for a company to manage your event from start to finish, or to simply take charge of one or more aspects, Multi Events Ltd can cater to any client’s requests. With a proven track record, its ethos is that in the event business, people always come first. Through […]