St Margaret’s College, one of Christchurch’s oldest boarding and day schools for girls, also has a reputation as one of the most forward-thinking. Executive principal Diana Patchett says small class sizes, emphasis on pastoral care, leadership, compassion and internationally focused education ensure students have the best
Lakefront dining in Queenstown doesn’t get any better than at two of the resort’s most highly rated restaurants - Pier and Boardwalk Restaurant on Steamer Wharf. Owned by hospitality entrepreneur Pete Jefford, whose empire includes Brazz, The London and The Crown Pub and Beer Garden, the
The Remarkables Market is one of Queenstown’s star summer attractions – the largest outdoor market in Central Otago selling an array of local fruit, vegetables, produce, plants, arts and crafts. Located at the landmark Red Barn near the Remarkables Park town centre, the market operates every
The main street of Arrowtown is a drawcard for shopping, art galleries, cafés and restaurants and one store always catches the eye. With its eclectic mix of curated items, Ogle has become a destination in its own right for exceptional and unusual homewares and gifts
Arrowtown’s pristine natural environment and the surrounding Mahu Whenua covenants on high country stations Coronet Peak, Glencoe, Mount Soho and Motatapu are playing an important role in eco-tourism and the town’s future development. The Arrowtown Promotion and Business Association (APBA) is endorsing the work of local
Arrowtown fashion boutique Ikon is renowned for its modern take on streetwear and high fashion with an ever-changing selection of new pieces instore each season. “Our women’s summer range is a vibrant mix of everyday essentials to lounge around in from popular brands like Assembly Label,
Embracing their own favourite active wear brands was the impetus behind Arrowtown luxury leisure and active wear store Goals for co-owners Sophie Gibbs, Elizabeth Wallace-Gibbs and Caroline Walak. “Fresh new ranges from top leisure wear brands are instore for summer, says Caroline. “The recent introduction of
A passion for France has led to the creation of antique and vintage furniture business All Things French that is attracting wide appeal across New Zealand. Margo Berryman talked to owner Tracey Gilmore about her Francophile focus in Central Otago. Where did the inspiration come
Dorothy Brown’s boutique cinema and bookstore has long been an Arrowtown institution and the recent opening of its bar, The Balcony, underlines its funky flair. The theatre with its eclectic décor, reflecting a mix of romantic charm and quirky modernism, houses large comfy seats with armrests
Set in the heart of Arrowtown Birdwoods South Gallery brings a touch of African flavour to Central Otago. Birdwoods South is home to a distinctive range of recycled metal sculptures, large-scale photographic canvasses along with a selection of smaller creative crafts. “Primarily we exhibit the works by