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Gluten-Free Deliciousness with Cherie Lyden

As a coeliac and qualified nutritionist, Cherie Lyden ’s greatest joy is finding ways to create deliciousness without the magic elasticity of gluten.

A Better Way – Managing Painful Periods

Shining the spotlight on heavy and painful periods, gynaecologist Dr Angela Beard wants to empower women of all ages, but especially our young wāhine to know that ‘suffering through’ isn’t the answer.

Beware of the Sound Bites

As we approach the election, sound bites and pithy one-liners are constantly capturing media attention, ramping up debate and attracting click bait. It is the time for all of those interested in education to beware. Dr Cheryl Doig explains..

Are We Nearly There Yet?

The Reserve Bank’s view is that inflation is still ‘too high and persistent’, but how much longer will the interest rate hikes continue? Nathan Miglani, Managing Director and Head of Lending at NZ Mortgages , discusses what lies ahead for the housing market.

Nutrition from the Sea – United Fisheries

Sitting across the table from Kypros Kotzikas it is hard not to get caught up in the passion and vibrancy he has for life. At 79 years of age he is far from slowing down; in fact his retirement projects are bigger than some people’s careers!

From Seascapes to City Escapes – A Long Weekend in Dunedin

From the city to the seaside, Ōtepoti Dunedin is scenic in all seasons no matter the environment you find yourself in. From revived heritage buildings that have been refitted into carefree cafés to expeditions through museums or onto the wild beaches of the peninsula, every inch is worth exploring when you visit, whether it’s for an event or a city break.

Selling Your House in Winter

Winter blues? Maybe not! There are certain market advantages to selling in winter, Real Estate agent and local property expert Keith MacDonald explains.

Changing the Conversation – Harriet Bremner Pinckney

Harriet Bremner Pinckney is making a difference when it comes to changing the conversations about farm health and safety, and wellbeing – one children’s book at a time.

How-to Upcycle a Bedside Table into a Cat Bed

Upcycling furniture is a great way to flex your creativity and salvage a piece of furniture from landfill. Using Resene paints, wallpaper and a few tools, Penny Newton from Crafty Girl Life Hacks has created a comfy bed out of a set of unloved drawers that your moggy will love!

Mighty Flavours – Winter Recipes

Practical, hearty and delicious, these winter-warming recipes will have your family begging for seconds, every time!

The garden never sleeps! Jobs to do in Winter

Flora Brons of Flora Grow is here to guide us through the autumn months in the garden. It is going to be busy!

Designed with Love – Blank Space Fairlie

No longer just a pit stop for the passing tourist, Fairlie has become a destination for the discerning shopper. Ben Dobbs takes us inside his newest space.

What is Your Nutrition Regime?

Who taught you how to eat and drink? And how do you decide now what to consume? Mostly importantly, why does it matter? Registered Nutritionist Stephanie Polson from upstatuss.com shares some informative advice when it comes to understanding what and how we eat.

Is Learning Still a Human Endeavour?

The conversations about artificial intelligence have accelerated recently, especially since ChatGPT came on the scene. Dr Cheryl Doig explains what it means in an educational setting.

Lost and Found – Land Search & Rescue New Zealand

From the archives we have a great read about the role LandSAR plays in our local community, as they celebrate 90 years of helping the lost, the missing and the injured.

Meet our School Leaders 2023

Our annual education special once again is designed to bring you a unique insight into those leading some of our most prestigious schools and the visions they have for their school community in the year ahead.

Predicting the Future in a Changing World

If there’s one thing we’ve learned in recent years, it’s that you never know what’s around the corner – the latest example being the weather events in the North Island. Nathan Miglani, Managing Director and Head of Lending at NZ Mortgages , discusses what lies ahead for the housing market.

Simply the Best – Makikihi Fries

For 40 years, the Bleeker family’s Makikihi Fries has produced its famed golden French fries from potatoes proudly grown locally in South Canterbury. Behind its success is a family-owned business founded on ingenuity, hard work, quality and taste .

Are You Pricing Your House Right?

Real Estate agent and local property expert Keith MacDonald shares an insight into the pricing process to ensure we are getting it right.

Towering Taonga – Christchurch Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush

Despite its urban location, in the heart of Christchurch Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush is a vibrant forest alive with history, flora and fauna. As the last remnant of alluvial podocarp forest on the lower Canterbury Plains, it is filled with magnificent taonga.

Retro Revamp

Lisa and Toby Morse have transformed their 1970s Merivale townhouse into a chic new home, infused with playful personality and style .

Nourished by Nature – Ocean and Green

Ocean & Green founder Daneen Morgan educates us on the natural benefits of marine nutrition, helping us to optimise our health, vitality and radiance.

The Magic of Gardening – Jobs to do in Autumn

Flora Brons of Flora Grow is here to guide us through the autumn months in the garden. It is going to be busy!

A Little Bit of Magic – Mother’s Day Recipes

With Mother’s Day just around the corner we have been inspired to create the perfect afternoon tea picnic to celebrate Mum, another wonderful wāhine in your life, or even just to treat yourself! Happy cooking!

Kid’s Reading Corner Apr/May

Sara Shand from Emma's at Oxford is in the hot seat - sharing her top picks for kids’ and young adult titles. Happy reading!

What’s Hot – Trends with Resene

Resene Canterbury Design Advocate Brooke Calvert guides us through the must-have hues for the year ahead.

On The Shelf – Apr/May 2023

As the cooler months settle in we have some hot new reads to keep you entertained! Reviews by Norma Geddes, Julie McGrath, Belinda O’Keefe and Lucinda Diack. Happy Reading!

Tinder for Employment – Ag Assist

One Canterbury dairy farmer was baffled by local university students not taking up the endless job opportunities around them, and shouted a group of them a beer to find out why. The result was ‘Tinder for farming’ Ag Assist, a platform built for Lincoln University students that is now attracting stay-at-home parents to highschool students with flexible part-time work at the click of a button.

Looking for Light

Expect high interest rates to stay for some months yet, but there is light at the end of the tunnel as inflation comes under control,says Mortgage Adviser and Owner of Loan Market Paramount, Nathan Miglani.

Maximum Flavour, Minimum Fuss

Resident latitude chef Samantha Parish knows what it is like to be busy, and in her new cookbook Cook Me she takes 30 dishes and presents each one three ways to create 90 lip-smacking recipes designed to carry you through those days when you need to slap it together, as well as those where you have the time to play the long game. Here is a sneak peek into two of her chapters ... enjoy!!

The Other Side of the Lens – Henry Hargreaves

After backpacking through Southeast Asia and strutting the catwalks of Paris and Milan, Henry Hargreaves found his bliss as a photographer in the Big Apple.

Competition in a Property Sale

Resident real estate expert Keith MacDonald from Harcourts Grenadier Real Estate provides some advice when it comes to navigating competition in a property sale.

A Taste Explosion at Peppers Clearwater Resort

With a menu described as a ‘gourmet tour of the region’ we delight in discovering restaurant Lume, at Peppers Clearwater Resort.

On The Shelf – Feb/Mar 2023

Whether you are beachside, poolside or enjoying some screen-free time in the campground, our team of reviewers (Lucinda Diack, Norma Geddes and Belinda O’Keefe) have some great books to keep you busy. Happy reading.

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