Articles
Tips for North Canterbury Artists to Sell More Art
For artists in North Canterbury, transforming your creative passion into a thriving business is both exciting and challenging. With its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant community, and growing tourism, this region offers unique opportunities to showcase and sell your...
Vineyard Properties: Investing in North Canterbury’s Wine Region
Nestled between rolling hills and the rugged coastline of New Zealand’s South Island, North Canterbury has quietly carved out a reputation as one of the country’s most exciting wine regions. From the sun-drenched valleys of Waipara to the windswept slopes of Cheviot,...
Discovering Art: A Path to Wellbeing and Self-Expression
For locals looking to tap into their creative side, getting into art—whether through painting, pottery, or sketching—offers more than just a new hobby. It serves as a gateway to enhanced well-being, self-expression, and a deeper connection to the community. Here’s why...
Creative Uses for Small Acreage in North Canterbury
For those with a few acres, the possibilities are as vast as the plains themselves. Whether you’re envisioning a productive plot, a wildlife haven, or a low-maintenance retreat that celebrates the region’s natural beauty, here are some innovative, low-effort ways to...
Chasing Fossils in North Canterbury: A Journey Through Time
A very long time ago, the land we now call North Canterbury was submerged beneath a warm, shallow sea teeming with life. This was the late Cretaceous period, a time when marine reptiles like mosasaurs and plesiosaurs ruled the waves, and ammonites—spiral-shelled...