Wanaka photographer Wendy van der Linde is transforming the way parents remember their birth experience by documenting the entire birthing experience through photography. “ My business WanaBirth officially began when I advertised a portfolio model call for birth photography. I am a family photographer and mum
Twelve months on from opening at The Precinct Ukiyo Salon & Co owners and Jaimee Whiston and Mikaela Edwards are reaping the rewards of establishing their business in Wānaka. “It’s been incredible,” says Jaimee. “We were only open three weeks before last year’s covid 19 lockdown, which
Leading outdoor company Merrell is celebrating 40 years in business worldwide with a range of innovative campaigns rolling out internationally to encourage more people into the greater outdoors. New Zealand has six Merrell stores owned and operated by Canterbury based Nevada Sport which also own Queenstown store
Lush spring colours, pretty prints and patterns and an array of designer dresses and skirts exemplify this season’s feminine vibe at Arrowtown’s boutique fashion store Ikon. “Our customers are loving the new seasons collections with plenty of options for glam,” says Ikon store manager Elizabeth Wallace
Queenstown art gallery The Ivy Box has opened a new chapter thanks to an extensive renovation project that has enhanced its premiere position on Queenstown’s lakefront. Housed in the town’s original butcher’s shop on Park Street, the building has been restored and expanded by gallery founder
With a portfolio of award-winning design to their name, brothers Ben and Hamish Lewis have captured the imagination of New Zealand homeowners with their exquisite selection of tailor-made luxury furniture and European design on display at their Trenzseater stores in Christchurch, Auckland and Queenstown. The Covid-19 lockdown
Community-owned enterprise Wastebusters is moving the district towards zero waste and helping people to recycle effectively as part of the Queenstown Lakes District waste services contract. QT Magazine spoke to Wastebusters communications coordinator Ruth Blunt about some of the innovative community initiatives which have been
Celebrating ten years in business this year co-owners of Wānaka fashion store Bella, Jen Milburn and Marg Caldwell, credit their successful partnership to their complimentary styles and each other’s strengths. “We have managed what the Beatles couldn’t as the original Fab Four were only together for eight years
New technology is at the forefront of outdoor heating systems available at Outdoor Concepts with the speciality store embracing the latest international designs from high-end brands which re ideally suited to their Central Otago, Southern Lakes and Southland clientele. “Superior design and function is important when
With the popularity of wood burners on the rise in New Zealand particularly following the introduction of new minimum heating requirements under the Healthy Homes Act, Masport and Nectre have created a new customer guide to assist with comparable purchasing. The BeReal Buyers Guide clearly communicates