What’s On: Three outings you will love in North Canterbury
Just a short drive from Christchurch, North Canterbury is a bit of a show off – in the best possible way. From its endless unspoiled terrain and natural beauty, to its townships brimming with all kinds of retail and recreational spoils, what’s not to love? We’ve prepared a little social calendar if an excursion is […]
Setting a beautiful scene: Bramble Grove is the Instagram-perfect location for your wedding day
Under new ownership since June 2017, romantic Bramble Grove’s weddings are stress-free and memorable, thanks to warm hospitality from wedding coordinator extraordinaire Liz Breach and her husband Jason. Enchanting gardens set a beautiful scene for the service, bridal walk, exploring and photos. The Garden Pavilion filters the sunlight by day and twinkles with fairy lights […]
Ship-sized silver lining: The end of the MV Tuhoe and the start of an exciting historic research project
In 2015, the historic MV Tuhoe ship hit land near North Canterbury’s Waimakariri River mouth. It was the final destination for the 30-metre, double-masted, triple-skinned, kauri schooner which was built in 1919. Unable to be re-floated, she was later destroyed. But if silver linings can come in ship-sized packages, this could well be one, with […]
Community driven success: Twiss Keir Realty gives credit for achievements to the support they get from locals
The growth of the Twiss Keir Realty team is impressive. Established more than 30 years ago, it recently boasted five branches – Hanmer, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Belfast and The Palms. With the recent purchase of Four Seasons Realty – with offices in Hornby and Rolleston – there are now seven offices, 91 salespeople, 33 staff and […]
The legal liaisons: Pegasus Bay Law is here to keep you covered
The team’s focus at Pegasus Bay Law is having the passion to listen to its clients, and ensuring they are genuinely looked after. The firm was established four years ago by two directors, community-minded born and bred Cantabrians Pam Wheeler and Robyn Loversidge. The Christchurch and Kaiapoi offices merged with Thompson and Morgan in 2015 […]