Maori fusion hits Christchurch: Lu Lu’s Bar and Eatery
The popular food movement that combines delicious Māori kai with modern ingredients and cooking techniques has found a home in Christchurch with the opening of Lu Lu’s Bar and Eatery. Celebrating the best New Zealand has to offer, the philosophy of the restaurant encourages people to come together and connect over good, hearty, […]
The journey of an icon: Q&A with Sir Bob Parker
The Christchurch Town Hall rebuild has been a journey of epic proportions and Sir Bob Parker has been there from the beginning. We caught up him about their shared journey together. The Town Hall has recently reopened after being severely damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. You were the Mayor at the time […]
The Influencers: Leeann Watson
The changing demographic of our city is something to celebrate, as we see greater diversity through the number of migrants living and working in Christchurch. We currently have a population of over 316,000 people, projected to grow to over 341,200 in 20 years. As Christchurch becomes an increasingly attractive place to live and […]
Raising the engineering bar: Fraser Thomas Ltd
Since opening its Christchurch office six years ago, Fraser Thomas Ltd has gone from strength to strength. Established in Auckland in 1969, the company has earnt a sterling reputation for engineering surveying excellence throughout New Zealand, raising the bar when it comes to geotechnical, civil engineering, land surveying and land development projects. Operating […]
Creating a haven: Kenneth F. Weaver Trust
For 45 years, the Kenneth F. Weaver Trust has been providing secure, comfortable accommodation for Christchurch pensioners. In 1973, Kenneth Weaver saw a need and set about filling it. The need was for quality living facilities for those elderly singles and couples who genuinely could not afford it. Plans were developed and 14 […]
Seeing the city sights: Caroline’s Kombi Tours
They say good things come in small packages, which rings true for our beautiful city and is also one of the reasons why Caroline’s Kombi Tours are so popular. Providing a unique and fun way to explore Christchurch, one of the wonderful things about a Kombi Van is its small size, which is […]
Maximising your investment: Grassam Real Estate
How do you choose the right agent to sell your home and what should you expect from them? Real estate specialist Juline Grassam makes some suggestions. “For most people selling their home means selling their most important asset,” Juline says. “Homeowners are all interested in the same thing – maximising their investment. Being […]
The key to vital independence: More Mobility
Owning a scooter has been a lifeline for Brian Parke, enabling him to meet friends and enjoy getting out and about in his community. Twenty years ago, the 78-year-old Akaroa local suffered a stroke which subsequently reduced his mobility. Following rehabilitation, the introduction of his first scooter from More Mobility helped give him […]
Food, fun & flicks: American Express Openair Cinemas
A luxurious big screen cinema experience under the stars in the central city is no longer an unattainable dream, with American Express Openair Cinemas hosting all your favourites next month. The South Island’s inaugural event last year proved such a hit that Christchurch city-goers have the opportunity again to watch the latest new […]
What’s in that building?
The CBD is buzzing. Even two years ago that could not be said with confidence and the fear was it may never be said again. But those fears are officially unfounded. Sure, there are some large holes to still be filled, and a few spaces and broken facades to be decided on and […]
