Hottest Happenings

Winter got you bored? We’ve curated an itinerary of all the latest and greatest events happening over the coming weeks in colourful North Canterbury. Jot these in your diary!       KETO 101 SEMINAR Interested in adopting the Keto diet but not sure where to start? We’ve got the event for you! Keto Source […]

Hanmer’s Hotspot

There are some exciting new developments in the works near Canterbury’s northern border, so we caught up with Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa Executive General Manager Graeme Abbot about why this alpine oasis is the hottest place to head this year.     Can you tell us about the exciting new developments happening at […]

A World Away: Tuscany Downs Estate

Tuscany Downs Estate is a true New Zealand luxury rural lifestyle experience on five acres of farmland near Darfield, Canterbury that caters to holiday getaways, weddings and corporate retreats.     Just 30 minutes from the central city and 25 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, Tuscany Downs Estate is in the heart of Canterbury-rural living […]

Eat, Shop, Enjoy

There are plenty of reasons north of the Waimakariri River to tempt you out of the city because, although North Canterbury might be known for its picturesque landscape, it also has plenty of bustling hotspots and a jam-packed social calendar.     Kaiapoi’s Red Eight Café has been drawing people from far and wide with […]

A special northern stop: Red Post Cafe

Winter is well and truly here and a trip to Maruia Springs Thermal Resort or Hanmer Springs to thaw out in the hot pools wouldn’t be complete if you didn’t stop at the Red Post Café to sit by the open fire for a barista-made coffee or sample some hot winter fare like a cottage […]

To Market To Market

North Canterbury has plenty of markets and fetes to keep the weekends – and pantries – full. Check out our itinerary.     Rangiora Church Street Market Saturday 1 June 8am-1pm St John’s Anglican Church, 355 High Street, Rangiora The market is open on the first Saturday of each month. Café, indoor craft, garage, white […]

Exceptional events: North Canterbury

North of the Waimak is a happening hotspot with a range of exciting events set to hit the streets in the coming weeks. We’ve picked out our faves.     Derelict Brewing Tap Takeover Head along to craft beer and cider fillery The Good Drop on 27 April for a pint courtesy of micro brewing […]

Culinary dream come true: Lemongrass

Chef Sriamorn Reavill has always wanted to share with people the home cooked food she had growing up in her native Thailand.     Her restaurant, Lemongrass, is the culmination of that dream. Most days and nights she can be found there cooking up traditional Thai dishes, some innovative shared plates and meals, and delicious […]

Plan your Perfect Party: Jubilee Events

After three years of managing fundraising events, fellow mums Julia Dockerill and Cassandra Kelly decided to set up their own events management company. After a chance encounter led to them to discover the Rangiora Function Centre, Jubilee Events was formed.     Now they are busy hosting events including birthday celebrations, corporate functions and weddings. […]

Ray White Rangiora

Empowering clients: Ray White Rangiora

When it comes time to sell what is likely your most valuable asset, your home, it is important to engage the expertise of a licensed salesperson.     Marijke Sheppard has been selling houses in and around North Canterbury for a number of years and has worked very hard to maintain her excellent reputation. “An […]