Latitude
A Recipe for Resilience with Hummingly
Two women who have worked extensively in disaster recovery around the world share some tools for getting through COVID-19.
Serving Through The Grapevine with 27Seconds
Subtle, young and sweet; an apt description of the 27seconds wine label and the spirit behind it. Since 2017, Alanna and Pete Chapman have been cultivating a quality range of wine for the Canterbury community, with 100 per cent of the profits from their toils going to a global cause.
Cycle On with Pacific Cycle Tours
Brett Green and Judy Jamieson-Green have forged a niche offering, allowing you to explore the South Island’s jaw-dropping scenery from the saddle of a bike.
Get Those Legs Out with Transform Clinic
Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins that you can see just under the surface of the skin. They most often occur in the legs and can cause pain, blood clots, skin ulcers and various other problems. But they are easier and quicker to repair than you might think!
Summer Colours with Resene
Deep cocoas, silvered sages, ruby reds and deep sea blues are some of the glorious tones that will join us this summer. Whether you embrace the heat or seek sanctuary from the summer sun, there are a variety of beautiful colours to suit your home.
Eat The Rainbow with Claudia Vavasour
As a keen cook, dietitian Claudia Vavasour offers us some inspiration in the kitchen – recipes filled with nutritional advice that do much more for the body than just fill us up.
Buying a Property in the Current Market with Nathan Miglani
In the Loan Market Paramount office, at least 90 per cent of current transactions are mortgage applications for ‘essential workers’ and there’s a good reason for this – they know their jobs are secure.
Glass Half Full on Canterbury Water Quality
‘Whisky’s for drinking, water’s for fighting’ was a favourite saying of Sarah Perriam’s grandfather. Here she uncovers how there has been less fighting and more collaboration, resulting in Canterbury being years ahead of government expectations on the future of freshwater quality for all of New Zealand.
Hanmer Springs Fete – The Perfect Recipe for Success
With young families, businesses of their own, and more than enough on the to-do list already, Abby France and Catherine Batterson decided to add one more hat to the mix, and at the end of last year started their own fete. We talk to the vibrant duo about what inspires them and what we can expect to see at this year’s Hanmer Springs Fete.
At Peace in Nature
The Mackenzie Country is often heralded as a high-energy recreational location; skiing in winter, water skiing in summer, tramping, hunting, mountain climbing. But for artist Susanna Izard, the Mackenzie offers solitude and a never-ending supply of awe-inspiring mountain landscapes to paint.
New Zealand Superfoods to the Rescue
We talk to Nutrient Rescue CEO Tejada Stark about why you need to consider upping your intake of organic fruit and vegetables to enjoy a fully functioning body and mind.
Driving to the Top
Teen karting sensation Jacob Douglas is one of the world’s best young drivers and, at 14, is already well on the road to achieving his ultimate Formula One goal. We catch up for a chat with Jacob and his family to find out what it takes to chase a big dream.
A Popular Choice with Resene
The rebuild is continuing to bring energy into Christchurch. The eclectic mix of heritage and modern architecture, exquisite eateries and bustling centre is exciting and is influencing the way we decorate our homes, inside and out.Greens are continuing to flourish, with sage, olive and emerald greens proving to be very popular. Resene Tana and Resene Half Linen pair beautifully with variants of Resene Tapa while deep, sophisticated emeralds such as Resene Atlas are adding power to statement walls.
Lockdown Silver Linings
A small town with a strong creative undertone, Geraldine has long been a melting pot for artistic talent, and COVID-19 has brought a new vein of creativity to the main street – street art.
Deliciously Healthy with Brooke Wilson
‘A joy to create and a pleasure to eat’ – that’s Brooke Wilson’s mantra for her business, Need Food , supplying keto, vegan and gluten-free treats from her home-based commercial kitchen.
Garden Perfection Made Easy with Mitre 10 MEGA
Over 10 years of research and development have gone into perfecting the EGO Power+ Multi-Tool System. An industry-leading power plus platform, and as the exclusive supplier of the range in New Zealand, Mitre 10 is proud to provide the first line of cordless outdoor equipment with the power and performance of petrol, but without the noise, fuss and fumes.
Providing Care and Comfort in South Canterbury
As New Zealand moved into COVID-19 Alert Level 1 in June, McKenzie HealthCare in Geraldine was preparing to put the welcome mat out and reconnect with South Canterbury.
The Courtyard House
With a desire to incorporate expansive outdoor living areas and a swimming pool into the design of their new home, these North Canterbury homeowners and their designer were forced to think outside the box to achieve what they wanted.
Learnings from 30 years of Adverse Events in Farming with Andy Fox
- Make lists of jobs and cross them out as they are completed.
- Don’t sleep in. If you are tired, go to bed earlier and get up at the same time. One hour in the morning is worth two at night. Get out of bed and get going.
In the Business of Farming Beauty – Banks Track Akaroa
The Banks Track in Akaroa describes itself as a feast for the senses, a feed for the soul and a feat for the spirit. But the heart is the story of how the landowners have tirelessly dedicated themselves to regenerating the land ravaged for its resources, back to its natural state.
Canterbury farming leading by example
After a candid interview with Christchurch-based accountant Pita Alexander, reciting his list of reasons farming businesses work, his number one was ‘marry well’. Sarah Perriam was inspired by Canterbury’s recent Ballance Farm Environment Award winners demonstrating the power of marrying together complementary skill sets to achieve the highest honour.
Rose Trees: A Double Take
It has been said that a garden is a friend you can visit anytime, and from a gardener’s viewpoint time has been on our side in recent months as plants continue to follow their normal seasonal routine. Lately there’s been an opportunity to ‘keep it local’ and take the chance for a second look at familiar plants closer to home. Rhododendrons, named from Greek via Latin rhodon (rose) and dendron (tree) are a good case in point.
Plant-based Flavours – Berkano Foods
From humble beginnings in a tiny kitchen, a 20-something Christchurch couple with big dreams and truckloads of ingenuity have created New Zealand’s first vegan heat-and-eat ready meal manufacturing company.
Avian Mountaineers – the New Zealand Alpine Rock Wren
The future of New Zealand’s only true alpine bird hangs in the balance, but it’s hoped a joint predator control project between Te Manahuna Aoraki and a group of Aoraki/Mount Cook volunteers will provide the lifeline it needs to survive.
Layers of Yumbles
Inspiring us to cook smart, not hard, Sam Parish turns her hand to some of our favourite family dishes – all designed to be perfectly paired with those you love, a generous tipple and a cosy dining table.
Keeping Honest Practice in the Family
Gold at heart, down to earth and appreciated by many; the qualities of the Hislop family, one with a rich and fascinating history, are wonderfully similar to the product that has defined their industriousness over time: honey.
The COVID Experience… Will it change schooling forever?
Dr Chris Jansen from Leadership Lab and Dr Cheryl Doig from Think Beyond explore the acceleration of future-focused and flexible learning opportunities in a post-COVID-19 environment.
Shades of Blue with Resene
Resene Colour Consultant Honor Moore puts blue in the spotlight, highlighting just how versatile this shade can be.
COVID-19 and the Christchurch Property Market – What Comes Next?
Local mortgage broker Nathan Miglani examines what the future holds for the Christchurch property market over the coming months.
Ethics Run Deep
The world has certainly changed since Brigit Blair launched her skincare business 25 years ago and had to have someone co-sign for her first business credit card, such was the rarity of a female entrepreneur. Linden Leaves was ahead of its time in other ways too.
Uplifting A Nation Of Women
When one considers charity, provision of money, food and basic clothing items typically comes to mind. Who would have known that the key to empowerment may actually be contained within certain hidden undergarments: bras. Pauline Watson does. In November 2019, the coordinator of New Zealand’s Uplift Project, who has now come to be known as ‘The Bra Lady’, travelled to Fiji to deliver suitcases of these precious items. I followed her to capture the journey and effect of New Zealand’s benevolence.
The Healing Power of Play
Radio Lollipop is an international children’s charity providing play and entertainment for children in hospital. Sue Kingham went along to meet some of the volunteers and discovered they are just what the doctor ordered.
Masters Of Oil
Behind New Zealand’s only locally-produced cold-pressed extra virgin rapeseed oil and high oleic sunflower oil is a Canterbury business with lofty aspirations to raise the quality of everyday culinary oils used by discerning foodies nationwide.
Mackenzie Magic
Just a few hours’ drive from Christchurch, the beauty of the Mackenzie is easily accessible for a long weekend getaway or a week-long family holiday. The main thing is to allow plenty of time to explore and discover all the hidden treasures and adventures, large and small, that are on offer.
