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Solving The Cost of Learning Crisis with KidsCan
KidsCan is a frontline charity tackling child poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand. Founder and CEO Julie Chapman, who is guest speaker at this year’s Zonta Ashburton International Women’s Day Breakfast, says more children than ever will need help with food and other essentials so they don’t miss out on learning this year.
Hurunui – Hidden Gems Closer Than You Think
Next time you’re planning a holiday escape, why not enjoy the hidden gems that can be found close to home? You’ll be surprised just how far away somewhere so close can feel.
How to update a tired lampshade with Resene
If you’ve got a tired old lampshade, don’t throw it out – upcycle it in a few easy steps! Resene testpots are great for this project and with a huge range of colours it’s easy to find the perfect colour scheme to suit your house. Penny Newton from Crafty Girl Life Hacks shows us how.
Kid’s Reading Corner Feb/Mar
Sara Shand from Emma's at Oxford is in the hot seat to share her top picks for kids’ and young adult titles. Happy reading!
A Fresh Canvas – Stonehaven at Ruapuna
Transplanting some of the finest plants from a mature garden is never a task for the faint-hearted – lifting the root balls with a 20-tonne digger and transporting them nearly 40 kilometres to a new Canterbury garden takes the process to a whole new level of optimism and determination.
Literacy Matters
Our country used to be celebrated as a leader in the teaching of reading. Our standards of literacy were high, we could write in proper sentences, our handwriting was neat and we could spell. So what went wrong? Cheryl Doig explores.
Transitioning to a Diet Richer in Plants
How to build a better relationship with food, without the stress of restrictive eating. Nutritionist Stephanie Polson explains.
Biodiversity Among the Vines
While agricultural greenhouse gas emissions pricing has the longevity of farming sheep hotly debated in the efforts to meet our carbon targets, one Canterbury vineyard is using the animal New Zealand’s economy was built on to achieve their net carbonzero certification.
Kid’s Reading Corner Dec/Jan
With so many great kids’ and young adult titles out there, it helps to have a recommendation from the experts. Here are this month’s top picks from Telling Tales: Scorpio Children’s Books . Reviewed by Rebecca Jones.
Born in the Hills – Whistle & Pop
Bex Hayman is a whirlwind of vibrancy, creativity and passion. While she laughs that her pre-children singing career is currently on hold, in the last five years she has gone from strength to strength with her business Whistle & Pop.
The Magic of Gardening
Flora Brons of Flora Grow is here to guide us through the summer months in the garden. It is going to be busy!
Ethical, Functional, Beautiful – Jubee & Co
Meet sisters Hannah and Rachel O’Leary of Jubee & Co who are passionately and meticulously designing children’s clothing with an emphasis on quality, durability and timelessness.
Summer Day Recipes wth Ironclad Co.
Designed to do the heavy lifting for you, we put the Ironclad Co. cookware range to the test to inspire and delight your taste buds for the entertaining season ahead!
Loving the Rush – Amber Doig
From the first time she picked up a knife as a kid in New Brighton, Christchurch chef Amber Doig has found happiness creating food others will enjoy .
To Stage or Not to Stage
Home staging is often an under-considered option but can take a sale from good, to exceptional. Local expert Keith MacDonald shares his knowledge about the value of staging your home for sale and creating a strong first impression.
Fall in Love with Samoa
Dreaming of a seaside getaway filled with crystal-clear turquoise waters, stunning waterholes, lush rainforest trails and pristine reefs abound with marine life? Then look no further than the beautiful island of Samoa.
Giving Voice to Disability
The arrival of your first child is a life-changing moment for any new parent. However, when Fiona McKenzie’s daughter, Claudia, was born 24 years ago, Fiona’s life distorted into something barely recognisable. Thrust into a world of disability, Fiona, together with partner Steve Sutcliffe and later son Jasper Sutcliffe, have fought hard to provide Claudia with an ordinary life.
A New Strategy for Changing Forecast?
Fresh insights from an acclaimed economist demonstrate the need for a fluid strategy, says award-winning Mortgage Adviser and Owner of Loan Market Paramount , Nathan Miglani.
On a Mission with Craig Fairhall
They’ve been part of the international sporting landscape for years. However, sports chaplains are a relatively youthful addition to the New Zealand scene, only arriving on our shores in 2011 when international teams brought their chaplains to the Rugby World Cup. Nonetheless, Sports Chaplaincy is a growing service within New Zealand and Reverend Craig Fairhall, sports-mad minister, is making a holistic difference in Canterbury.
Colour Thy Timber with Resene
As we head outdoors for summer many of us look to freshen up our exterior with a new look, or an update on the current. Resene colour consultant Brooke Calvert shares some expert advice when it comes to what not to forget – your deck!
An Inclusive Society
Described ‘the sharp end of vulnerability’, gender-diverse students are a vital group of young people for whom we need to provide a safe educational system. Dr Chris Jansen and the team at Grow Waitaha are working to support our schools to become more inclusive.
Congratulations to Tenor Oliver Sewell
Ōtautahi Christchurch tenor Oliver Sewell has been awarded the prestigious $50,000 Dame Malvina Major Award , at what he says is a ‘critical junction’ in his singing career .
Bringing Balance to the Land
The Blue House is one of those gardens you reflect on for some time. It is a newly established garden on the outskirts of Amberley that exudes a sense of calm: restful long grasses with colourful peaceful hues, country views, and the gentle sound of a stream babbling nearby.
The Law of Evolution
Twenty-one years ago, Mark Tavendale had a vision to do things differently in the law sector – an ethos that called for fresh, innovative and personalised problem solving, and prioritising the wellbeing of their team.
How to make a Colourful Corkboard with Resene
We know Resene paints are great for transforming our walls, but their testpots are also perfect for craft projects. Penny Newton from Crafty Girl Life Hacks (and latitude’s own digital marketing guru) shows us how to give a corkboard a new lease of life and transform it into a colourful edition to your home.
Accentuate the Positive
Award-winning Mortgage Adviser and Owner of Loan Market Paramount , Nathan Miglani looks at the upsides of the current market.
Toasting Success with Brew Moon
Serving up their first beer (the ever-popular Brew Moon Amberley Pale Ale) in October 2002, Belinda Gould and son Oscar McCauley reflect on 20 years of brewing. A success well worth raising a glass to!
Vampires of the Sea – The Lamprey
Scary reputation aside, the ugly yet noble lamprey has survived for millions of years but is now under threat nationwide. An important taonga species for Māori, it’s hoped new monitoring techniques will be able to shed light on their numbers locally.
Where the World Stands Still
Nestled between Akaroa and the sprawling hills of the Banks Peninsula lies Big Sky, French Farm – a hosted eco-stay offering heart-stopping scenery and sublime gastronomy.
Coming Full Circle – Preloved Clothing
Here’s a riddle and it’s no giggle. What is catastrophic when it’s fast and linear? Good when it’s slow and even better when it goes around in circles? It is the industry that puts clothes on our backs and pockets our cash with the seduction of what’s new, cheap and in fashion. Something has to change.
A Life too Good Not to Share
What can New Zealand farmers learn from Academy award-winner Matthew McConaughey? That ‘nature as a service’ is a billion-dollar industry that both parties can cash in on. We uncover the perfect fit between the aspirations of higher-value, sustainable tourism and the opportunity for Canterbury farmers to leverage agritourism to tell their stories better.
What Makes a Great Agent?
An experienced real estate professional can be invaluable in helping guide you through a property sale. Finding the perfect real estate agent is about finding a balance between knowledge, experience and communication. Local expert Keith MacDonald provides an insight.
A fusion of botanicals
With the long summer days just around the corner, I wanted to give you a little encouraGIN in the kitchen. Inspired by the makrut lime leaf flavours of Twelfth Hour Dry Gin, our resident chef Samantha Parish has developed some deliciously fun recipes with Asian flavours front of mind. Happy cooking.
A Field of Services – Canterbury Feed Assessment and Laboratory
Operating across the wider Canterbury region, Canterbury Feed Assessment and Laboratory has been delivering results to local farmers since 1998. We meet new owners Rory and Michelle Boleyn.
