Clothes, by their nature, encourage creativity. By layering and pairing personal pieces, we have to choose the right outfit for ourselves daily, using our own artistic instincts to curate an ensemble worthy of public display.
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When Etu Pasifika Health opened their new clinic in mid-2021, a vibrant mural by renowned Tāmaki Makaurau artists Benjamin Work and Charles and Janine Williams marked the western side of the building, providing a meaningful welcome to visitors.
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William met and fell in love with Heni Te Marino (Ngāti Irakehu, Ngāi Tahu) of Banks Peninsula. The daughter of Te Heu and Te Kiore Marino, according to whānau whakapapa she was also a close relation of Tangatahara, the defender of Ōnawe pā against Te Rauparaha.
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With the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine well underway, the question as to whether employers can require employees to be vaccinated is a hot topic in the news.
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I just love this place and its resilience. In November, all the great things Canterbury is known for are on show – our deep and historic artistic roots, fashion on the field, and creatives pushing the boundaries.
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Nestled in the heart of the deep south, Te Anau is blessed with extra long days in the summer. In fact, on the longest day of the year, Te Anau has an extra hour of daylight, with the sun going down an hour later than it does in the north of New Zealand
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With tulips and cherry blossoms in bloom and gorgeous wee lambs bouncing around in the paddocks, it’s clear that springtime is in full swing. Why not head to the North Island to celebrate the new season?
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Upstairs at St Asaph Street’s Boxed Quarter is the home to The Conscious Club – a collective of makers with a focus on sustainability, local economy, and supporting Christchurch’s creative scene with events such as markets and speaking engagements.
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Avenues had a quick five with New Zealand shoe designer Nicole Rebstock about the opening of her latest store at The Crossing, her jump from law to shoe design, and what it’s really like to build a brand
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Ōtautahi-based artist Ellie Compton has won Ballantynes’ biannual artist competition Bring It To The Boardroom. Ellie’s detailed piece on our city won over the judges. The grand prize means Ellie receives the opportunity to sell her art in-store at Ballantynes and on their website for a year.
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BLOOM is set to be an epic celebration of Ōtautahi Christchurch: the beauty of our city, its vibrancy and all there is to see and do – but perhaps most of all, the chance to come together and spend time with friends and whānau.
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This year at Riccarton Park, you can expect the best horses, food, fashion, and live music. Break out of the COVID blues with a day at the races, and celebrate with camaraderie, a bit of sporting excitement, and, of course, a chance to dress up.
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The South Island Moon Festival is a free, family-friendly event taking place on the City Promenade, as part of BLOOM, Christchurch’s spring festival of events. Moon Festivals are a traditional celebration in China and many East Asian communities.
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This is Olive. We named her so because we just wanted something botanical for our business, Blooming Local. We are a local small business designing beautiful seasonal flower arrangements with a focus on sustainability and environmental mindfulness.
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“I feel the need to give you full disclosure right up top; the column you’re about to read is a direct reaction to what is going on right now in the world. I’m currently sitting on my bed, which I haven’t left all day, working my way through some Sour Cream and Chives chips and doing everything in my power to get through Auckland’s lockdown.”
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In the early colonial years, bullock power changed the landscape of Canterbury from abundant bush and swamp to agricultural pasture and town sections.
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“I grew up in North Canterbury and Waipara. When I was around 10, we moved into the city. I left a community where I felt I belonged, I knew people, and they knew me. I moved into this wild city of Christchurch which was quite shocking to me. It seems quite funny now because I really love Christchurch!”
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With just a direct 90-minute flight away, Taranaki is your new North Island getaway. It doesn’t matter how you like to fill your cup, because you’re bound to find what you’ve been looking for in Taranaki.
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How about this summer, you head out and meet your neighbours in Marlborough? The locals will tell you that it is brilliant every day. From heading on a cruise to spot wildlife to wine tasting by the fire at a cellar door, there is an adventure waiting in Marlborough for absolutely everyone.
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Queenstown is renowned for its incredible winters, but spring and summer are equally as epic. Visitors and locals alike are blessed with long warm days and evenings, perfect for getting into the fresh alpine air and discovering hidden gems amongst the diverse landscapes.
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