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Birch Hill Flower Farm
Birch Hill Flower Farm

A flower farm in North Canterbury is an inspiring kaleidoscope of colour and nature.

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LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanNovember 11, 2023
Telling Rural Stories
Telling Rural Stories

A film producer in Loburn is helping to tell the fascinating stories of rural women.

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LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanNovember 8, 2023
A Home Like A Holiday
A Home Like A Holiday

Waves lap and gulls call in the middle distance. This house on a quiet corner in the sleepy, seaside settlement of Waikuku feels like a holiday everyday.

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LOCAL LIFE, DWELLINGDorothy McLennanNovember 8, 2023
A Kitchen Makeover
A Kitchen Makeover

Want to revamp your old, tired kitchen? Check out how one North Canterbury couple transformed their kitchen space.

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DWELLINGDorothy McLennanSeptember 26, 2023
The Housesitter
The Housesitter

With over 30 housesits under her belt the housesitter has learnt a thing or two about travelling light.

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LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanSeptember 4, 2023
Frittata With Smoked Salmon and Mascarpone
Frittata With Smoked Salmon and Mascarpone

Looking for the perfect treat for Father’s Day? This smoked salmon and mascarpone frittata will hit just the right note and it’s easy to make.

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NOURISHINGMelanie CoxAugust 31, 2023
Girls Who Grow
Girls Who Grow

Getting girls into agriculture careers is the aim of Girls Who Grow.

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LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanAugust 30, 2023
Getting Started With Chalk Paint
Getting Started With Chalk Paint

One of the great things about Annie Sloan chalk paint is that it’s just so easy to get started.

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DWELLINGDorothy McLennanAugust 30, 2023
Renovation By The River
Renovation By The River

A carefully designed extension brings extra space to a 1930s bungalow - creating a family home totally at one with its surroundings.

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LOCAL LIFE, DWELLINGDorothy McLennanAugust 30, 2023
Colourful Cushions
Colourful Cushions

Cushions can be a great way to have fun with colour but they’re also a powerful design tool, says interior designer Becky Lee.

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DWELLINGDorothy McLennanJune 29, 2023
A Winter Trek
A Winter Trek

The best thing about riding with someone who doesn’t normally ride is that they don’t worry about anything.

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LOCAL LIFE, EXPLORINGDorothy McLennanJune 28, 2023
Strawberry And Passionfruit Meringue Stack
Strawberry And Passionfruit Meringue Stack

Looking for a delicious desert for a special mid-winter dinner? Check out these strawberry and passionfruit meringue stacks.

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NOURISHINGMelanie CoxJune 26, 2023
Coffee Worx Growing
Coffee Worx Growing

North Canterbury locals, Deb and Ian Riach, are expanding their popular Coffee Worx Roastery with additional roasting capacity and premises.

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BUSINESSDorothy McLennanJune 26, 2023
A New North Canterbury Shopping Spot
A New North Canterbury Shopping Spot

Step behind a tall hedge on North Eyre Road and you’ll find a shopping spot - a hub of cute cabins with a focus on pre-loved fashion, homewares and flowers.

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BUSINESSDorothy McLennanJune 25, 2023
A Farmhouse Filled With Colour
A Farmhouse Filled With Colour

An architecturally designed farmhouse filled with carefully curated colour creates a beautiful, character-filled home.

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LOCAL LIFE, DWELLINGDorothy McLennanJune 23, 2023
Running In The Desert
Running In The Desert

Running 250 kilometres in the desert is an extreme endurance event not for the faint-hearted. One Rangiora resident shares his experience.

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LOCAL LIFE, EXPLORINGDorothy McLennanJune 19, 2023
The After Hours Stylist
The After Hours Stylist

The After Hours Stylist, Kate Williams, shows us her amazing flower shed and provides the perfect inspiration for at home styling.

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LOCAL LIFE, DWELLINGDorothy McLennanMay 10, 2023
Profile: Kaylee Bell
Profile: Kaylee Bell

Country singer, Kaylee Bell, was born and grew up in Waimate. She’s been singing and performing since she was 4-years old and is about to embark on a sell out tour of New Zealand.

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LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanMay 10, 2023
Hash Brown Egg Nests
Hash Brown Egg Nests

Hash Brown Egg Nests are a simple, tasty brunch recipe - perfect for Mother’s Day.

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NOURISHINGMelanie CoxMay 10, 2023
Star Gazing at Oxford Observatory
Star Gazing at Oxford Observatory

The Oxford Observatory is the perfect place for star gazing in North Canterbury.

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BUSINESS, LOCAL LIFEDorothy McLennanMay 5, 2023
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