Prepare to be charmed
Best known for the thermal pools, there is much to see and do in the quaint, beautiful town of Hanmer Springs. Soak It can’t be missed; the hot pools offer fun, relaxation, and a beautiful setting to spend an afternoon. The mineral-rich, thermal waters are surrounded by native gardens and stunning mountain views, the […]
Indigenous fashion centre stage
In a New Zealand Fashion Weekend first, fashion showcase Miromoda will make two appearances, celebrating indigenous Māori fashion. Featuring designs from Taylor Pumphrey, Taongahuia Maxwell, Jacob Coutie, Sosefina Masoe, Ravai Titifanue, Charleigh Te Peeti, Mitchell Manuel, Tessa Lont Bailey, and Rosette Hailes- Paku, Miromoda is considered a launchpad for online stores. Each year the competition […]
Happy homecoming on Victoria: Surreal
Life doesn’t get any better for a business owner than having a front window on Victoria Street, a location many aspire to. Michelle Marsh, a salon owner and operator for 23 years, is living that dream, for a second time. Formerly located at 60 Victoria Street, her salon Surreal reopened on July 6 at 66 […]
Be brave and confident
The Women of Influence Speaker Series recently stopped in at Christchurch’s James Hay Theatre. The series is an opportunity for people around the country to listen and learn from some outstanding leaders, Chief Executive of Sport New Zealand, Raelene Castle being one of them. Raelene has gone from strength to strength in her career. Before […]
A sustainable step forward: Hair Art & Beauty
Want to feel good about looking good? Hair Art & Beauty has officially partnered with Sustainable Salons NZ so now you can. As part of the Sustainable Salons family, over 95 percent of waste generated in the salon is now recycled, and any proceeds go directly to initiatives that help strengthen our communities. All plastic […]
Peanut Chocolate Avocado Bars: Two Raw Sisters
Ingredients 1/4 cup cacao powder 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/2 avocado 1 tbsp maple syrup Pinch of sea salt Method Add everything to the blender and blend until smooth. Line a loaf tin with baking paper and pour the chocolate into the lined tin. Place in the freezer to set […]
Clean your home with lasers
That’s right, lasers. Now you can pretend you’re a Stormtrooper while you vacuum, except you’ll be far more accurate. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott looks into the clever tech included in Dyson’s latest stick vacuum cleaner. I joke, of course. The Dyson V15 Detect doesn’t zap the dirt off your floor with futuristic lasers. If […]
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