Unlock adventure: Codebreakers
If you’re looking for a super fun night out, or a team-building activity, look no further than an escape room. An exhilarating, real-life adventure game, it involves you and your team being in a specially designed room with the goal of getting out. You’ll work together to crack codes, decipher clues and solve mind-bending puzzles […]
Better than ever: Christchurch City Council
Spring is in the air, the weather is warming up and the city is absolutely buzzing. If I do say so myself, Christchurch is looking better than ever. I was over the moon to see the news that the CBD has become even more of a destination with retail space in high demand. Big retailers […]
Te Kaha kai
Construction of Te Kaha, Ōtautahi’s new multi-use arena, is progressing visibly, and planning for the retail, and corporate food and beverage aspects is now underway. Due to open in April 2026, Te Kaha is being operated by Venues Ōtautahi (VŌ). Chief Executive, Caroline Harvie-Teare says they’re committed to ensuring Te Kaha is a venue Cantabrians […]
Event business vital: Te Pae
I have just returned from the Business Events Industry Aotearoa conference, in Blenheim, where all parts of the business events industry meet to exchange ideas and share knowledge. It started me thinking how important conferences are for the businesses and communities that host them. The ecosystem of events runs deep into our economy. Associations or […]
Sandpit fun: Playcentre Shop
Sandpit play offers lots of great benefits for toddlers and young children. It can help to enhance motor skills, spark creativity, and learn in a fun way. From digging and sifting, to creating scenes for animals and fantasy creatures, building sand castles and creating tracks for toy cars, there’s endless possibilities with a sandpit. The […]
Be part of the Addington magic: Addington Raceway
A highlight on New Zealand’s sporting and social calendars, Addington Raceway takes the stage for two incredible days of racing, entertainment, fashion, and great food and wine this November. The action starts on Tuesday 14 November with the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day, and continues on Friday 17 November with the Canterbury Show Day […]
Take a punt: Christchurch Attractions
Spring is an ideal season for punting on the tranquil Avon River; a unique Christchurch experience. Sit back, relax, and be surrounded by nature on a classic punt ride through central Christchurch. Choose to depart from the Antigua Boat Sheds site to float past the fresh flora and blooms in the Botanic Gardens, or glide […]
Caught on camera: My Glam Booth
The countdown is on to our summer events season, and Christchurch is readying for revelry. This is when fun-loving Cantabrians dress to impress, and socialise and party like there is no tomorrow. My Glam Booth captures all the magical merriment, wherever it happens – you name the event and it will be there. Owner Annabelle […]
Enduring furniture repair shop: McDonald and Hartshorne Quality Furniture Specialists
Supporting local is a way of life for proud Cantabrians. Congratulations are due for a special Christchurch business success story on reaching their 20-year anniversary in January 2024. As for most Ōtautahi businesses, the last 15 years have been a particularly wild ride, meaning there’s all the more reason to celebrate and share in the […]
Beering up for summer: Wigram Brewing Co.
Festival season is upon us, and summer is set to sizzle. This year it’s all about finding the perfect spot to unwind and relax with chilled beers, cider, and Wigram’s own artisan gin. Hangar57 Tap Room at Wigram Brewing Co. opened after Covid-19, evolving from post-Covid bubble beersies to a popular little local craft beer […]
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