Drive for Good
Many of us – both personally and professionally – experience somewhat of a drive to do good. But local firm Archibalds Motors has taken a more literal approach, with the ‘Drive for Good’ initiative which is giving back to the Christchurch community. Launched to correspond with the Canterbury business’ 100th anniversary, Drive for […]
Making its musical mark: Sign of the Takahe
After a $2.8 million post-quake repair, historic Sign of the Takahe is set to make its musical mark as the grand masterpiece finally opens to the public again for a series of summer events. Organised by local Cashmere resident, event manager and jazz pianist Katie Martin, the free summer series on Sunday afternoons […]
Jody Direen Our Country Queen
Shania Twain might have been her idol, but it was all down to her grandmother that New Zealand’s reigning Queen of Country, Jody Direen, is where she is today. “Grandma was very musical. She’d bring her guitar whenever she came to visit; I’d try to wrap my hands around it to strum a […]
Hitting the town: Caroline’s Kombi tours
Reminiscing after a trip to America, Caroline and Murray Ireland realised one of the most enjoyable aspects of their holidays abroad was meeting the locals, who provided a more personable city tour. “They were run by friendly, engaging personalities, who made it really fun and memorable – so we decided we could do the same […]
Silly Season Celebrations
Ashburton has put on its Santa hat and is playing prestigious host to a wide range of events that capture the spirit of the silly season. We’ve curated a collection of our festive favourites, so whip out your social planner and mark some dates. Marvellous Markets On Sunday 9 December from 10am to […]
A fabulous fundraiser!
What ho, ladies and gentlemen! One of the most prestigious events of the year is but two days away – A Day at the Polo! Presented by Ronald McDonald House South Island and the Port Hills Polo Club, partnered with Lion, Continental Event Hire and Lincoln University, A Day at the Polo features […]
Dream, believe, succeed: 2019 Dream Believe Succeed Big Break Award
Young, motivated entrepreneurs in Christchurch and Canterbury are advised to get their applications in now for the 2019 Dream Believe Succeed Big Break Award. This is the opportunity of a lifetime for 15-23 year olds to win a 100k business start-up package. The Dream, Believe, Succeed Foundation was launched in 2018. It was […]
The Heart of the City
Home is and always will be so much more than where the heart is, particularly as it relates to the Garden City. It is this strong sense of patriotism that is propelling Christchurch clothing company DUAL into the sartorial spotlight. Described by its owners as “the last man standing of New Zealand manufacturing”, […]
Culture Comforts
It’s during the silly season that the Garden City puts her best foot forward. We’ve got the low-down on all the seasonal must-dos that you should be adding to your recreational calendar over the coming weeks. Christchurch’s summer events programme kicks off with a bang on December 2 as the city welcomes the […]
Creating happiness: Joe Laing Mike Pero Real Estate
“There are two things in particular that I enjoy about having a career in real estate,” says Joe Laing, sales consultant and franchise owner with Mike Pero Real Estate. “That’s the diversity of the job – every day is different – and meeting and developing strong relationships with people. I really like seeing […]
