North Canterbury’s Artistic attraction
As an escape from any urban existence, North Canterbury is perfect. Not only spectacularly beautiful, it boasts pure mountain air and hot pools; forest or alpine walks and mountain-biking. That high-adrenaline sports happen here is obvious when driving the last stretch over the precipitous Hanmer bridge. Home to a great gourmet and shopping scene, […]
Northern Neighbourhood Events
There’s no shortage of things to do in our northern neighbourhood. We’ve put together some of our favourites to keep you occupied. 5 August A tempting trail Oxford township, Main Street, Oxford The Great Oxford Garage Sale Trail is an extravaganza of new, recycled, second hand, vintage treasures, odds and ends in and around Oxford. […]
A fashionable favourite: Louis Who
Eclectic, edgy fashion at Louis Who in Waikuku is a real find for the trendy fashion hunter. Karen Walker, Kate Sylvester, Moochi, Paula Ryan, Trelise Cooper, Rude Riders and Japanese premium denim Haikure are a few of the brands which adorn the well selected and sourced items on the racks at Louis Who. It features […]
Frame me fabulous! – Framemakers
Do you have a special item you want framed? From conventional art, right through the whole spectrum, Framemakers is the name for you. Owners Lynn and Graham Barr take pride in offering a service which allows you to take the time to choose the various options to ensure that you will be happy with […]
Foodies’ Culinary route: Route 72 Café Bar Emporium
Route 72 Café Bar Emporium, in beautiful Cust, needs to be experienced to be believed! A relaxing 40-minute drive from Christchurch to this charming North Canterbury village is a pleasure – and the food served up here is legendary. Owned by Steve and Annette since 2006, the award-winning café just keeps getting better. It is […]
A TAD classy: Pegasus and Papanui boast upmarket duo of boutique fashion destinations
The best designer clothing is supremely comfortable, toasty, and addictive. Ditto with accessories. This describes the wares at TAD. Even the wallets, key-rings and cuffs here have feel-good factor. For real feather handbags sharing display space with fine sterling silver necklaces, cuddly merino ponchos and wholly desirable LTB denim and Black Orchid jeans, the TAD […]
Solid reputation: Jennian Homes North Canterbury
Jennian Homes has been building top quality homes in the larger Canterbury region for more than 20 years. Part of a nationwide franchise company, Jennian Homes, is a Registered Master Builder and provides a 10-year Master Build Guarantee and a 36-month maintenance warranty. The company has a solid reputation of design quality and customer satisfaction. […]
Mandeville’s new heart: Apollo Projects and Ratua Holdings delivers new excellent facility for local businesses
Mandeville Village on Tram Road is open after an extensive five-year rezone, consenting and construction process by developers Ratua Holdings Limited and the main contractor, Apollo Projects. “Surveys provided an insight into what the community wanted and helped us to provide a village that meets the needs of the locals while providing a community heart,” […]
An artistic acomplishment: new mural graces the wall of the Kip McGrath Education Centre in Rangiora
It’s been said that you’re only ever limited by your imagination. And, although the very premise of this saying is formed on a fictional narrative rather than the ability to supersede physical limitations, it is none the less a sweet concept. And yet James (Jim) Dykes has made good on this notion, not letting his […]
Future-proofed kitchen nirvana: a visit to Misco Joinery’s Kaiapoi showroom
It was 30 years ago that Misco Joinery first opened its doors. And now, nearly a year on from its move to a purpose-built factory, the company’s full potential is being realised – a result of family values, consistent workmanship and solid experience. Director Michael Chernishoff first launched Misco from the farm shed of his […]
