Exploring Waitaki

Indulge your senses, find adventure, and discover unforgettable heritage in Ōamaru and the Waitaki region, an ideal spot for a day trip or long weekend getaway. The Steampunk NZ Festival returns over King’s Birthday weekend, welcoming a world of fantasy and innovation. Dress up, bring the family, and get involved in the many events based […]

Pioneering new therapies: The Beauty Parlour

An innovative and pioneering approach to business goes a long way in paving the path to success. For the business owner who shuns complacency, is always open to new ideas, and strives to keep ahead of the game, the only way is up. Angela McCarthy-Coffin of The Beauty Parlour was the first to introduce both […]

Setting the Mood

Lift the spirits of your home, by crafting a mood that suits you. Bright and busy, calm and intimate, make it your own. Think of the senses. Through things that you can see, hear, touch, and smell, build a mood that makes you happy, which bounces back onto those around you. Construct a good mood […]

Dream awake: World of WearableArt

The magic and vibrancy of WOW will once again encompass audiences with a truly ethereal experience in late 2024. Returning to Wellington’s TSB Arena from 26 September to 13 October, the World of WearableArt Show will combine revolutionary wearable art with captivating entertainment. The theme, Dream Awake, will allow audiences to do just that. Expect […]

Mum & me

Whoever your maternal figure might be, from mothers to step-mums, grandmothers and aunts, or those who have been great caregivers, thank them this Mother’s Day. Toast them with a high tea Put a spin on your usual coffee date with a delicious Mother’s Day high tea. Multiple locations citywide are toasting maternal figures this year […]

From Here on the Ground: Christchurch Art Gallery

Coming to Christchurch Art Gallery this May, From Here on the Ground is a fascinating collection of art from 20th century Aotearoa artists exploring urban, suburban, and industrial landscapes. From Here on the Ground features works from Christchurch Art Gallery’s collection supplemented by pieces on loan from throughout New Zealand, including some of the country’s […]

Editor’s Note: Building a future

A recent survey has shown that building and construction costs have “normalised” (see page 68), which is good news. Canterbury has a plentiful number of construction companies, architects, structural engineers, and clients associated with the building industry, not to mention their subcontractors. From new commercial, civic, and residential builds to renovations and refresh projects, the […]

Book it in: Mickey Raes

The cooler months are a time to break out the knitting needles, jigsaw puzzles, and books, and rug up warm inside. If craft of any sort takes your fancy, in Hanmer all roads lead to Mickey Raes, a treasure trove of creative ideas. Owner Wendy Lamont has been supplying customers with their craft needs, haberdashery, […]

Working together: Leann Watson of Business Canterbury

The last few weeks have been busy again as we advocate on behalf of Canterbury businesses. Recently, Ali Adams (CEO, ChristchurchNZ) and I flew to Wellington for a whirlwind tour of the big business ministries including MBIE and MFAT. The purpose of the trip was to reiterate Canterbury’s position as a powerhouse regional economy – […]

Say it through flowers: Victoria Florists

Whatever life throws at us, from its highest to its lowest moments, it is often the gift of flowers that touches the heart more intensely than the spoken word. To know that we are not forgotten, and more importantly, that we are loved, brings the greatest happiness. Especially on Mother’s Day, there’s no better feeling […]