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Canterbury to Supply Netball New Zealand
Jan 23rd
Canterbury of New Zealand will supply all match and training gear to the Silver Ferns as well to all Netball New Zealand national squads and umpires.
Netball New Zealand Chief Executive Raelene Castle said she was thrilled with the announcement.
“It is a real privilege to be aligned with the talented team at Canterbury of New Zealand who have a long history of working with New Zealand sports teams to produce innovative and high-performance playing gear.” she said.
Canterbury of New Zealand Chief Executive Ross Munro says Canterbury of New Zealand is delighted to partner with Netball New Zealand and in particular the Silver Ferns.
“To have New Zealand’s leading women’s sports team alongside the NZ Warriors, the Black Caps and 7 NPC Rugby franchises has created a real buzz for the team at Canterbury of New Zealand as it will also do for our customers who will embrace once again being associated with Netball at the highest level,” he said.
Big Boys Toys on 3 Sports Tonight
Dec 16th
3 Sports Tonight image and link
One of our projects this year was helping to get Big Boys Toys back on the entertainment calendar for Auckland.
We wanted to get the event back in front of the media and remind them why this was one of the big, fun events of the year. So we pulled together a media launch, showcasing some of the best features and attractions.
This montage from 3 Sports Tonight gives a great snapshot of the our Big Boys Toys media launch.
CleverWhite Whitening Strips For On-The-Go Teeth Whitening
Dec 14th
Have a sparkling, white smile the easy way this summer with CleverWhite’s newly released Whitening Strips.
Use them while taking a shower, driving to work or going shopping! The thin, transparent strips are practically invisible and dissolve on your teeth to whiten them in just 5-10 minutes.
CleverWhite Dissolving Whitening Strips
CleverWhite Whitening Strips contain the same ingredients used by dentists and are clinically proven to be safe and effective. They give you the opportunity to whiten on the go with fantastic whitening results.
The minty flavour of CleverWhite Whitening Strips instantly freshens breath and its special formulation kills the oral bacteria that can cause gingivitis and bleeding gums.
CleverWhite strips can be used once a day for 20 days or, for a more rapid whitening action, twice a day for 10 days. When satisfied with the whitening results; discontinue treatment and repeat again when necessary.
Already a huge hit internationally, whitening strips are the number one form of teeth whitening in the United States thanks to its easy to use, discrete attributes. More >
Success Is Sweet for Suite Bar
Dec 14th
Nick Seeherr, David Hawk and Kenny Ariaens of Suite Bar
One of Auckland’s smallest bars is punching well above its weight, with Suite Bar being awarded Hospitality New Zealand’s Best Bar for 2011.
Tucked away in the basement of a heritage building at 2 Hobson Street in Auckland’s CBD, Suite Bar has been delighting patrons with delicious cocktails and slick service for the past six years, gaining a swag of awards along the way.
Owner-operator David Hawk says that the bar has a philosophy for being at the forefront of trends and having the bravery to break new ground.
“Suite has been a pioneer of the resurgence in New Zealand’s cocktail culture,” says Hawk. “We’re delighted to gain this recognition, despite being a very small player in theNew Zealandbar scene,” he said.
Matterhorn Adds Spirit to New Degustation Offering
Dec 13th
Chef Dave Verheul and Bar Manager Claire Harlick of Matterhorn
Great food takes skill and flair, but then, so does the perfect cocktail. And if your restaurant has an international reputation for both, then surely it is a natural fit to combine the two disciplines for the perfect meal?
The Matterhorn team have decided to take this innovative approach with a new cocktail-matched degustation, known simply as The Deg, offering what they believe is a national first.
While the seven course meal has a wine-match option for those who prefer it, Head Chef Dave Verheul is hoping that guests will enjoy the journey through an exciting and sometimes surprising menu of dishes with the added taste sensation of a carefully designed cocktail. Each cocktail was designed by renowned Matterhorn mixologists, Riki Carter and Claire Harlick, who worked in partnership with the Chef.
Win a $1000 Sheryl May Wardrobe with Lindauer
Dec 13th
The Sheryl May dress in the latest Lindauer campaign!
One of our favourite dresses by top New Zealand designer Sheryl May is featured in the fantastic Lindauer Ultimate Splurge competition
The main prize is a trip to New York, plus Sheryl is giving the runner up a prize of a $1,000 wardrobe from her 2011 Summer collection – which you can see here.
Find out how you can win here.
Moustache Season Comes to a Close – Movember has Ninth Consecutive Record Breaking Year
Dec 13th
Auckland Gala Party for Movember
Moustache Season has come to a close for 2011 and with that, the upper lips of over 850,000 participants across the world have left the wilds of Movember and returned to smoother ground. Each one proud in the knowledge that they have helped raise over $140 million globally for men’s health (Global breakdowns can be found at http://nz.movember.com/momoney/)
New Zealand has had a fantastic campaign and looks set to raise close to $1.4 Million generated by 13,141 Mo Bros and Sistas.
In New Zealand, funds go towards programs focused on prostate cancer and male depression; run through the Cancer Society of New Zealand and the Movember Foundation. Details can be found by visiting http://nz.movember.com/about/.
Canterbury Movember Rugby Jerseys a Hit!
Dec 13th
The Canterbury of New Zealand Movember 'North Vs South' Jersey's.
Canterbury’s Movember Rugby jerseys black (North) vs white (South) Canterbury of New Zealand jumped onboard the Mo Train this year, supporting Movember to raise vital funds and awareness for the Cancer Society and Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.
Produced especially for the Movember North vs South Rugby Match, this fantastic strip was worn with pride by the players of the inaugural Movember North Island vs South Island Rugby Match.
Past and present sporting faces clashed on the turf raising much needed funds for the Cancer Society and Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.
Scott Stevenson took coaching responsibility for the North while legendary sports commentator John McBeth led the South.
League players Monty Betham and Wairangi Koopu changed codes for the day while Matt Watson, broadcaster Jay Reeve and top surfer Maz Quinn also laced up their boots for the cause. Ex Black Fern Anna Richards also had a run on the paddock, just to show up the boys.
Online Shoppers Boost Belly Beyond Sales On Cyber Monday
Dec 13th
Cyber Monday with Belly Beyond
Today is Cyber Monday, the world’s biggest ever online shopping day. Across the USA, UK Europe and Canada, Monday November 28th signifies the official start of the holiday shopping season andNew Zealand is no different.
Major online traders worldwide go on sale for today offering huge discounts for savvy online shoppers, including Belly Beyond -New Zealand’s award winning online shopping portal for all things maternity and baby.
Based on their experience of 2010, founders of Belly Beyond, (www.bellybeyond.co.nz) Louisa Currie and Heidi Riley have really championed the concept of Cyber Monday in New Zealand and believe other online retailers should follow their lead.
Belly Beyond Gears Up For a Bumper Cyber Monday
Dec 13th
Heidi Riley and Louisa Currie of Belly Beyond
Monday, November 28th, dubbed Cyber Monday is renowned for being the largest online shopping day of the year worldwide. It’s the day that marks the official start of the holiday shopping season in theUSA, UK Europe,Canada and nowNew Zealand!
Cyber Monday is a day when all the major online traders go on sale. Last year in theUnited Statesalone, Cyber Monday cracked $1 billion in online shopping sales which was an increase of 16 percent over 2009. And this year promises to again be the largest trading day in online history.
Louisa Currie and Heidi Riley, founders of Belly Beyond, (www.bellybeyond.co.nz),New Zealand’s award winning online shopping portal for all things maternity and baby, have been championing the concept of Cyber Monday for the past two years.
