Food for thought: Charli & Coco

As Michelle Freeman and her daughter Charli began to expand their pet family, they became increasingly concerned about the unnecessary and extensive use of plastic packaging particularly with regards to pet food and treats. And as a result, Charli & Coco was established.     As a way of reducing waste, the luxury pet boutique […]

A holistic approach to real estate: Ngātahi Real Estate

From a background of working within a prominent New Zealand communications company, Hayden McKenzie had often pondered the question of how real estate could be done differently here. He decided to put it to the test and Ngātahi Real Estate was launched post-lockdown.     “It started as a throwaway idea for a laugh, but […]

Pool party! Lagoon Pools

As Kiwis are rediscovering their own backyards are the coolest place for fun and entertainment, the quest for pools has never been higher, and Julie Hastings of Lagoon Pools says if people have decided they want a pool, they really need to be proactive.     “I would recommend getting things in the system without […]

Glamorous heating: Aqualine

Aqualine is bringing an exciting designer collection in Hydronic Heating Solutions to your home. Step outside the conventional with these options for your heating in your living spaces as well as your bathrooms.     Trieste Cast Iron Radiators bring a traditional glamour back to your home with styling and can come in the colour […]

From the world to Christchurch: IBK Photography

IBK Photography is an international photography studio based in Merivale and specialises in a natural photography technique that captures the very best images of each client.     IBK works with Aotearoa’s most successful businesses including Portfolio Models, Untouched World, The George Hotel and Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. IBK includes Eco-Framing, The […]

Getting personal: Zelmar Creations

If you are looking to get a gift for that special someone that reflects how much they mean to you – make it personal. Lezel Broodryk of Zelmar Creations works her magic to ensure your gift is truly one of a kind.     “Clients are loving the fact we can customise our products. One […]

Putting the Green in building: Green Builders

A substantial three-bedroom house interwoven with nature has been an enjoyable project for the team at Green Builders.     Nestled into the bush-clad hillside, the home is just 90 metres from the high tide as well,” says Director Reuben Green. “Jason Higham at Higham Architecture designed the home to be at one with its […]

The Influencers: Marian Johnson

I’m sure all of you – alongside every other person in New Zealand (and the world!) – are looking forward to a long-deserved break from the turmoil of what has been a very difficult year. There’s no guarantee that 2021 will be easier, but the best prescription will be recovery and rest with whānau and […]

The Influencers: John Bridgman

Because Ōtākaro Limited was born out of the response to a natural disaster, we’ve never lived in a “business as usual” environment. This inherent agility has enabled us to continue to make good progress on Christchurch’s Anchor Projects in a year that ranks right up there with the most unusual the world has known. To […]

The Influencers: Peter Townsend

Christchurch is home to some real superstars who are making contributions to their communities, recognised far beyond our city boundaries. Two key players in Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct (TPH) have just received high recognition from their respective institutions. Professor Gail Gillon, a founding member of the TPH Council, has received the University of Canterbury’s […]