Canterbury’s market: A vibrant, exciting hub
Print this story Have you been to Riverside Market yet? Given its meteoric popularity and the numbers already through the doors, you could be forgiven for thinking you are in a minority if you haven’t. Following a ‘soft’ opening in late September, on 5 October this extraordinary new feature of the CBD was […]
What’s in the building?
Print this story Peter Walker checks out the architectural renaissance taking place in the central city and what we can expect to find in these pockets of awesome. You can’t possibly miss Deloitte House in your meanderings along the Avon River. With office space filling up down town and the commercial lifeblood of […]
Mixed Use Inner City Space
Print this story Those of you who read my monthly column regularly will know how passionate I am about revitalising the central city. To survive it needs not only retail, office and civic developments, but a strong residential component as well. The recently announced Riverbank Quarter for the corner of Cambridge Terrace and […]
Hospo Help for Alcohol Licensing: Alcohol Consulting Group
Print this story A successful hospitality business in the 21st century requires not just the magic mix of taste and style with an acute business sense, but also a deep knowledge of the regulatory environment. The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act, 2012 considerably increased the responsibilities of hospitality owners. With an overarching […]
Twentieth birthday bonanza: The Bog
Print this story The Bog began its legendary history as the home of the Irish in February 1999 on Cashel Street, where the Guinness flowed and the craic was mighty. The Bog is known worldwide for the best pint of Guinness in town, traditional Irish music, friendly staff and hearty food. Not long […]
Explore your inner-city backyard!
Print this story How great was it to see Christchurch humming with locals and visitors this holiday period? You didn’t have to look far to see people out and about enjoying what the new-look city has to offer. Thanks to some great weather, and multiple events and festivals, thousands and thousands of happy […]
Dr Megan Woods: The Influencers
Print this story As we head into our second year of office, it’s been great to be able to take some time over the summer break and reflect on a very busy 2018. There have been some significant changes to make sure that people are able to get their homes fixed and get on with […]
Welcome to the Waterfront: Craig South
Print this story Christchurch’s new city waterfront is transforming how people engage with the city and Te Papa Ōtakaro/Avon River. Architect Craig South explores this exciting addition to the central city. It was a day for celebration and discovery when Christchurch’s new City Promenade opened on 25 November with a scavenger hunt, live […]
