Bellissima!: Molto Bella
The atmosphere in clothing boutique Molto Bella is so redolent of all things Italian, from the friendly welcome of three darling dogs to the gentle trickle of fountain water and the large Romantic period etchings adorning the walls, that you cannot help but be charmed by it all. And then there are the clothes…. […]
Exquisite olde worlde charm: Molto Bella
With its romantic ‘olde worlde’ charm, and ability to evoke distant images of Positano on the Amalfi Coast, Rangiora’s Molto Bella is a destination store you won’t want to leave. Every single corner of the boutique is adorned with beautiful one-off items to be admired, the highlight being the Purolino Italiano range, that’s […]
Bellissimo! Natural fibre boutique: The Old Meadery
Much-loved Fernside store, The Old Meadery, has relocated into central Rangiora under the new name Molto Bella, a natural fibre boutique where you’ll discover an exquisite range of clothing and home décor. Purveyor, Anette Drewery passionately hand-picks her products from top-quality suppliers around the world. She has now moved into the newly-renovated former […]
Treat your feet: Rangiora Shoe Lines
What a stunning shoe summer it’s going to be, if the new season styles at Rangiora Shoe Lines lead the way, with shelves of glamourous gorgeousness. Feminine and flirty Hispantas come in strappy, elegant open-court design. From Poland there’s Kacper weekend streetwear, and the funky, comfortably soft Maciejka shoes. Minx always surprises with […]
Sew perfect! – Quilters Quarters
It was just over nine years ago that Pauline Forrest changed her career and bought a business in the township of Rangiora. It was a business that Pauline, a self-confessed “handicrafty kind of girl”, had a passion for and, under her management, Quilters Quarters has gone from strength to strength, providing the best and latest […]
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. […]
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 […]
Action north of the Waimak’: a guide to what’s on in North Canterbury
North Canterbury is a hotbed of innovation and creativity, which means there’s never a dull moment. We’ve staked out the land north of the Waimak’ to bring you some of the best upcoming events. ETHEL & BETHEL BINGO BABES 11 May World famous in Canterbury, Ethel & Bethel are putting on a fun night with […]
A beautiful butchery: The Butcher’s Mistress is the darling of Rangiora
Beautiful and sophisticated may not be the words you would associate with your local butcher, but then there are few similarities between The Butcher’s Mistress and most others of its kind. Halena Hitchcock opened the doors of the store in Rangiora’s High Street in October last year and, although the physical store is still in […]
Beautiful bagels: Coffee Worx is serving up bagels you’ll love
If you have ever tried an authentic New York style bagel, you will know the difference between a real bagel and round bread with a hole in it. Coffee Worx has been serving a great range of authentic bagels since it incorporated Yellow Rocket bagels into Coffee Worx after the earthquakes. If you are a […]
