A red zoned Christchurch cul-de-sac in Burwood has been transformed into a miniature road for bikes where children can learn their road rules while having bucket loads of fun. Complete with Lilliputian-scale signs, road markings, and even a tiny roundabout, the brand new Learn to Ride Track off Brooker Avenue is open to the public and perfect for children at all stages of their cycling journey.
Read MoreMyopia (short-sightedness or near- sightedness) is a common eye condition that causes blurred distance vision and usually starts during childhood, typically progressing until the child stops growing. Myopia has recently emerged as a major public health concern for several reasons.
Read MoreAs the dynamic Christchurch city continues to rebuild, and our green spaces are designed and planted, we welcome fellow New Zealanders to our beautiful business and urban cityscape. Local firm, Maytime Landscape Design is proud to be part of this process.
Read MoreRichard has the best view from his new apartment. Being an avid photographer, he wanted somewhere to capture the sunsets and the Canterbury Plains. An active life outside of the residence means Richard’s varying volunteer roles in the city and beyond complement his life at Rhodes on Cashmere perfectly.
Read MoreThere is often a sentiment that those who make their living in the country are disconnected from the progress of the city – for these farmers and producers, that could not be further from the truth.
Read MoreThis feat of mechanical engineering is stunning, remarkable, and fast. Anyone would stop and pay attention to the Ferrari, whether it is just stationary or on the move. However, with the wrong fuel and lack of maintenance, this majestic machine will soon sound horrid on the road and then break down frequently.
Read MoreAs the vegan revolution continues to gain traction, one innovative local artisan is serving up her own slice of plant-based passion. There’s just nothing quite like cheese. Aspiring vegans are sure to find this the hardest animal product to relinquish – but what if there was an alternative that was so close to the real thing yet so much better for your health?
Read MoreOn the Avon River, a group of gutsy women are paddling their hearts out as they get stuck into a sweaty hour of training. This is Christchurch’s breast cancer survivor dragon boat team, Abreast of Life (ABOL) Christchurch, putting in the hard yards ahead of the New Zealand Dragon Boat Association (NZDBA) national championships later this month at Lake Karapiro.
Read MoreFiligree founder Vanessa Stowers’ effortless rapport
and understanding of customers harks back to good old-fashioned customer care. Her and her talented teams’
flair for design results in the creation of exceptional, tailor-made jewellery, peerless in quality, that’s a seamless extension of the owner’s personality.
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It’s been a scorcher of a Kiwi summer, with lots of sun, days at the beach, and BBQs. While we all love to have fun in the sun, it’s really easy to overdo it. The New Zealand sun is really harsh, and even with the best of intentions, it can be hard to avoid tan lines and sunburn.
Read MoreIn July 2020, New Zealand Opera will present Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro in Christchurch. Three months earlier, The Narropera Trio will present its version of the same opera in four performances, in The Golden Room of Lansdown House, on the Old Tai Tapu Road. These Lansdown narropera performances are the perfect 'prep' for in-depth enjoyment of a staged performance of the opera.
Read MoreAspiring singers, songwriters, and music producers will take their places in the ground floor of the restored Wood’s Mill heritage building in Addington from this month as Sacha Vee’s SOLE Music Academy gets underway there.
Read MoreThe Central Art Gallery is now three years old. A vision born of five local stakeholder families to offer exhibition and selling opportunities to contemporary New Zealand artists in central Christchurch, post-quake.
Read MoreIf ever there was a recipe to take age in one’s stride, Natalie has crafted it. In one of the newly completed lifestyle apartments at Arvida Park Lane, nestled in a canopy of protected oaks, Natalie sits in “her treehouse” with a well-loved sewing machine.
Read MoreDrawn together by a love of a capella singing in 2011, The Vocal Network is a Christchurch barbershop quartet whose sweet soulful sound is pure championship gold.
Read MoreIt’s world-famous for a very good reason. Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow combines the very best of a country airshow with some of the best flying you’ll see in the world, the latest aviation technology and products, education and pyrotechnics along with great food and entertainment.
Read MoreSingle women today do have options when it comes to planning their future fertility, Dr Sarah Wakeman from Fertility Associates says. “We want to help women plan their future fertility, single or in a relationship and then make a choice that is right for them.”
Read MoreVibrancy and pops of colour continue to be dropped around Ōtautahi with more than a dozen artworks set to ignite the central city this month, thanks to SCAPE Public Art’s Season 2019 – Aotearoa’s pre-eminent public art festival.
Read MoreAkaroa Art Gallery’s small team of volunteers is gearing up this month to launch the most prestigious art exhibition ever to be hosted there. The Kelliher Art Award has grown to become New Zealand’s premiere art prize.
Read MoreA creative identity is encouraged from an early age at St Margaret’s College; the school has invested in key artistic learning environments to empower every student.
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