Destination Christmas Day
On the jolliest day of the year, the most important thing is who you spend it with. Why not opt for a change in scenery where the conformities of four walls don’t exist, and head to a local beach. With the family all in one place, there’s plenty of fun to be had, loads of […]
Special gifts that will delight: Encraftment Market
Enjoy a crafting wonderland at the upcoming local Encraftment Christmas Market. Prepare to be captivated by the beautiful range of crafted wonders on display at Encraftment, returning to Pioneer Stadium this November. The market has a balance of new stallholders and past crowd favourites, so you know you’re in to find some unique gifts for […]
Making a difference: Te Pae
Ōtautahi Christchurch has natural advantages setting us apart from many other parts of the world. We need to keep it that way for generations to come. Te Pae Christchurch continually looks for opportunities to enhance products and operations, with a strong focus on the environment. Sustainability goes well beyond just measuring waste and offsetting […]
Chords and carols coming up
Christchurch doesn’t shy away from a song or a dance, and this year’s Christmas calendar is sounding bright. Candelight Christmas Sit amongst the gorgeous glow of candlelight, treat your ears to an immersive musical experience. A medley of holiday classics performed by a string quartet, this show will truly welcome a jolly Christmas. WHERE: The […]
See you at the show: ChristchurchNZ
It’s springtime. It’s family time. It’s as true to Canterbury as it gets. You guessed it… The New Zealand Agricultural Show is back for another year. Celebrating its 160th anniversary, the countdown is on for a few days of fabulous fun at The Show. Whether you’re a seasoned show veteran or a first timer, there’s […]
Editor’s perspective: Auspicious occasion
Throughout life, and in business, certain achievements and milestones need to be celebrated. Turning 25 is one of those, and this month Metropol did just that. Succeeding as a small business is tough at any age. Statistics show that more than 50% of New Zealand business startups fail within five years, 75% will have failed […]
Delightful spring dining: ChristchurchNZ
Ōtautahi’s culinary scene is ON SHOW this spring, from casual eats to world-class dining, the options are as endless as they are delicious. Check out some of these top spots. Little High Eatery Christchurch’s modern twist on a traditional food court, Little High Eatery offers a little bit of everything, from Bacon Brothers burgers to […]
City sites
An old advertising slogan tells us “don’t leave home until you’ve seen the country”. The same may be said for heading out of town before fully exploring the delights of Christchurch. Many people only head out sight-seeing when they have out-of-town visitors to entertain, however there’s no reason why learning about, and visiting the city […]
Labels to love: Made in the Shade
Ask any woman passionate about fashion what labels she favours and chances are she will name them within seconds. Invariably her labels of choice will be those that tick all the boxes so far as design, cut, and fabric. Made in the Shade introduces three new labels in-store that are certain to capture attention. Dress […]
New airport director
Christchurch Airport has appointed Ed Sims (pictured) to its board of directors. Ed brings a wealth of global experience in aviation and tourism to the board. He has previously been CEO of Canada’s WestJet Airlines, CEO of Airways New Zealand and held senior executive roles at Air New Zealand, along with senior executive roles with […]