For more than 122 years, Ice Cream Charlie has been delighting generations of Cantabrians with the iconic Vanilla Ices that have become part of Christchurch’s history.

What began in 1903 with Charlie selling ice cream from a cart on the streets of Christchurch, making every batch by hand behind his own home, has grown into one of New Zealand’s longest-standing family traditions. As demand grew, the business expanded into a larger factory, but one thing never changed: the original recipe that made Ice Cream Charlie famous.

Today, Sarah and Gareth Eddy are proudly at the helm of this much-loved Christchurch institution. As the newest custodians of the iconic brand, they understand they are not simply running an ice cream business. They are preserving a cherished piece of local history. While carefully guiding Ice Cream Charlie into its next chapter, Gareth and Sarah remain committed to protecting the traditions that generations of Cantabrians know and love, ensuring every customer enjoys the same famous vanilla ice cream made using the original recipe and time-honoured methods.

Today, every batch is produced at Ice Cream Charlie’s small purpose-built factory in Kaiapoi using the original recipe and every batch of Ice Cream Charlie still takes three days to make. The famous vanilla ices are crafted just as they were generations ago, creating the distinctive texture and flavour that has become synonymous with the brand. It’s a nostalgic treat that stands apart from ordinary supermarket ice cream, offering customers the same authentic experience they remember from childhood.

“People trust us because they know they’ll get the same Ice Cream Charlie they remember from years ago. We carry the love, the tradition, and the history of this business every single day. It’s incredibly special to see grandparents bringing their grandchildren in to share the same ice cream they enjoyed as children. Our job is to protect that legacy while creating new memories for the generations still to come.”

Sarah & Gareth – Owners 

For Sarah and Gareth, earning trust means respecting the past while embracing the future. They will continue to evolve the business, but some things will never change: the original vanilla ice cream recipe, the famous raspberry syrup, and the other traditional flavours and toppings that generations of Cantabrians have come to know and love.

That commitment to consistency is what has earned the trust of generations. Many customers visit every week, while others make Ice Cream Charlie their very first stop whenever they return to Christchurch. Some even travel for hours simply to enjoy the taste they’ve loved since childhood.

https://www.icecreamcharlie.co.nz/

021 898 171 

gareth@icecreamcharlie.co.nz

At The Milano Christchurch, accommodation is about much more than simply providing a place to stay, It’s about creating a warm, welcoming experience that feels like coming home.

Located in the leafy city-fringe suburb of Merivale, The Milano is perfectly positioned just minutes from Merivale Mall, Christchurch’s premier shopping and dining destination, and only a short drive from the CBD. Guests are also within easy reach of Hagley Park, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, the Avon River, and both St George’s and Southern Cross Hospitals.

Recently renovated inside and out, The Milano Christchurch combines modern comfort with genuine Kiwi hospitality. The property features 14 beautifully appointed accommodation options, including studio units, one-bedroom apartments, and spacious two-bedroom apartments, catering to solo travellers, couples, families, business guests, and those visiting the nearby hospitals.

Every room is thoughtfully equipped with free Wi-Fi, complimentary Netflix, air conditioning, a Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, toaster, kettle, and toasted sandwich maker. Guests also enjoy daily servicing, private outdoor seating, and complimentary off-street parking, ensuring every stay is as comfortable and convenient as possible.

What truly sets The Milano Christchurch apart, however, is its personalised service. Owners Esmae & Ed personally welcome guests, offering genuine one-on-one hospitality from the moment they arrive. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning regular, you’ll be greeted by name where possible, personally shown to your room, and provided with local recommendations on the best places to eat, explore, and experience Christchurch.

This personal approach has earned Milano Christchurch a loyal following of repeat guests, including both local business travellers and domestic and international tourists who return time and again, knowing they’ll receive the same consistently high standard of care.

“When guests arrive, they know they’ll find a room that’s clean, warm, and welcoming. We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable here. Our vision is to create a home away from home, a place people genuinely look forward to returning to every time they visit Christchurch.”

Esmae & Ed, Owners

The team believes that comfort extends beyond a quality bed and modern facilities—it comes from feeling welcomed, safe, and genuinely cared for throughout your stay.

With its exceptional location, recently renovated facilities, and heartfelt hospitality, The Milano Christchurch continues to set itself apart by delivering the kind of personalised experience that turns first-time visitors into lifelong guests.

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Studio Pilates Sydenham is redefining what a fitness experience should be: safe, welcoming, effective and empowering. More than just a boutique Reformer Pilates studio, it is a place where people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels can build strength, improve confidence and discover what their bodies are truly capable of.

Every workout is scientifically designed by physiotherapists to deliver maximum results while prioritising safety and correct technique. Whether it’s a member’s first class or their hundredth, every workout is tailored to suit the individual through personalised modifications, spring adjustments and expert coaching.

Safety is at the heart of everything Studio Pilates Sydenham does. The team is committed to creating an environment where no one feels intimidated, overwhelmed or left behind. Instead, members are welcomed into a supportive community where they feel encouraged, challenged at their own pace and celebrated for every achievement.

“We don’t want people to feel uncomfortable, nervous or overwhelmed. We welcome, nurture and support every person so they can enjoy their workout and realise what their body is truly capable of.”

Lisa Pitt | Owner

The studio’s highly qualified instructors are a key part of this experience. Every trainer completes Studio Pilates’ rigorous Platinum Training program before stepping onto the studio floor and continues to receive ongoing coaching, performance reviews and professional development. Supported by the wider Studio Pilates network, the team delivers a consistently high standard of instruction, ensuring every member receives expert guidance and exceptional care.

At Studio Pilates Sydenham, the focus extends beyond the workout itself. The team genuinely invests in every member’s journey through personalised support, regular follow-ups and a strong emphasis on recovery and long-term progress. This commitment to care has helped countless members build healthier habits, regain confidence and transform their lives through movement.

With luxurious studios, world-class programming and a passionate team dedicated to helping every individual succeed, Studio Pilates Sydenham is changing the way people think about fitness, one safe, enjoyable and transformative workout at a time.

Since 1949, Upright Scaffolding has been delivering safe, practical, and reliable access solutions for businesses throughout New Zealand. Built on a foundation of trust, expertise, and long-standing relationships, the company has grown into one of Canterbury’s leading scaffolding providers.

The business has been family-owned since 1974, when Nick and Chris Pfahlert’s father purchased Upright Scaffolding. Growing up around the industry, both brothers developed a passion for the trade before eventually taking over the company. Today, Nick and Chris both hold an advanced scaffolding certification and proudly lead the business, combining decades of experience with a hands-on, owner-operated approach.

From a team of around 10 people to a workforce of more than 50 skilled professionals, Upright’s growth has been driven by a commitment to quality, safety, and customer service. The company works with some of New Zealand’s leading industrial and commercial organisations, including ports, processing plants, tank farms, and major construction projects, providing tailored access solutions for even the most complex jobs.

A strong workplace culture is at the heart of the business. With low staff turnover, ongoing training, and a highly experienced team, Upright understands that successful projects rely on well-supported people who take pride in their work and look out for one another.

For Nick and Chris, the company’s success comes down to trust, teamwork, and clear communication.

“Communication is key to keeping our people safe, our projects running smoothly, and our clients informed every step of the way. We want our team to trust each other, work together, and look out for one another through strong planning, risk assessment, and a shared commitment to safety.

Achieving Triple ISO Accreditation across ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 further reflects Upright Scaffolding’s dedication to quality workmanship, environmental responsibility, and industry-leading health and safety standards. In turn, our clients can trust us to deliver practical solutions for even the most challenging at-height projects.”

Nick & Chris Pfahlert | Owners, Upright Scaffolding

Guided by their core values of Solutions, Excellence, Trust, and Teamwork, Upright focuses on finding the best outcome for every client. Whether it’s scaffold hire, delivery, installation, or complex project support, the team works closely with customers to provide practical, reliable at-height solutions.

Project management can be complex, but Upright Scaffolding keeps it simple: the right crew, the right gear, on time. Their commitment to excellence, strong relationships, and practical problem-solving has made them the trusted partner at height for generations of New Zealand businesses.

In 2023, Upright Scaffolding achieved Triple ISO Certification across three internationally recognised standards — ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 — reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment to quality management, environmental responsibility, and health & safety excellence within New Zealand’s scaffolding industry.

Sectors:

•  Commercial Scaffolding
•  Industrial Scaffolding
•  Infrastructure Scaffolding
• Heritage Scaffolding
•  Marine Scaffolding
• Oil & Gas Scaffolding
• Residential Scaffolding
• Events Scaffolding

For over 55 years, Go-To Gardening has been helping Aucklanders get the job done properly. Formerly known as Gardening Aids, this family-owned business has built its reputation the old-school way, through genuine service, hands-on knowledge, and looking after customers long after the sale.

At Go-To Gardening, it’s never just about selling a product in a box. It’s about understanding the customer, explaining the “why,” and making sure people know how to safely and properly use the equipment they buy. Their experienced team takes the time to educate, demonstrate, and train customers so they can get the very best out of their machinery.

From servicing equipment for major brands and organisations like Mitre 10, to helping everyday homeowners maintain their gardens, Go-To Gardening has become a trusted name in the industry because they truly “do the doing.”

Their workshop offers onsite servicing, repairs, refurbished products, spare parts, and expert maintenance for a wide range of gardening equipment. Every product sold in-store is backed by real servicing knowledge from people who genuinely know the machines inside and out. They can even pre-fill and prepare equipment before customers take it home, ensuring everything is ready to go from day one.

What sets Go-To Gardening apart is their commitment to authentic, in-person support. Customers aren’t treated like numbers, they are guided by real people with decades of hands-on experience and practical industry knowledge. It’s this level of care and expertise that keeps customers coming back and referring others year after year.

“You can’t get more real and authentic than buying quality products backed by people who genuinely know what they’re doing and how to use them. We don’t just sell it — we do the doing, If it’s broken, they fix it. Simple.”

Nathan Rewi | Owner/Operator  

Whether you’re purchasing a new lawn mower, looking for electric gardening tools, needing repairs, or wanting trusted advice from industry experts, Go-To Gardening is Auckland’s go-to gardening service provider.

Visit them in-store at 157C Target Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland, or shop online and experience the difference that comes from dealing with people who genuinely know their craft.

Product Categories:

• Push Mowers
• Ride On Mowers
• Robotic Mowers
• Lawn Trimmers
• Hedge Trimmers
• Chainsaws
• Blowers
• Brushcutters
• Batteries & Generators
• Electric Ride-On Mowers

Servicing:

Contact the Go-to Gardening Team Today For All Your Petrol & Electric Lawn Equipment & Gardening Tools

• Address: 157C Target Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland
• Phone on: 09 444 9493 or 0800MOWERS (0800 669 377)
• Email: sales@gotogardening.co.nz
• Web: www.gotogardening.co.nz/

“Online shopping is impersonal, at Millin, we take this personally.”

Matt- Owner & Operator

In 2016 Matt left the Housepainters and now is the sole owner of Millin. He has have been involved in the trades for over 20 years, he’s built new homes, renovated old homes and co-owned a very successful painting company, this has given him a good understanding of what should be expected of service, product quality and advice. Matt makes Millin different because it is personal to him, if he doesn’t provide quality products, great service or sound advice it is personal.

Shop Millin:

https://millin.co.nz/

41, 5/53 View Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland 0627

admin@millin.co.nz

0800 863 334

021 434 724

In 2014 Emma said enough. Fed up with single-use paper towels, tissues and bags clogging up landfills she got to work finding solutions for her family life.  The business started by selling reusable produce bags at the local Saturday market. They repeatedly sold out, so she grew the range to include other sustainable products she wanted but couldn’t find. Sustainable living shouldn’t look boring. Emma fixed that with compostable, plant based, hard-working and seriously good-looking products.

Every Dishcloth, Handkerchiefs, Towels, Bags & Greeting Cards in the range is something Emma’s family uses everyday, chosen because they work, hard enough for real family life, lovely enough to give as gifts. These are the reusable heroes you have been looking for and they help make the switch to sustainable living super easy.

 

“The rules were simple: we had to want to use the products ourselves, and they had to handle our months of testing and trials.”

Emma – Owner 

Reduce, reuse, recycle has always been The Green Collectives mantra but they’ve add re-purpose, re-fresh and re-create to the list. The Green Collective is always looking at everyday habits and asking: could this be better? That curiosity has led to some unexpected places. They have become a bit of a matchmaker for waste, connecting materials that would otherwise be thrown out with organisations who can give them a new life. Recent examples: retired kite surfing kites repurposed into post-surgical drainage bag covers for Cancer Society volunteers. And their limited banner bags made from expired advertising and event banners with expired child car seat straps.

Join The Green Collective community today and start shopping sustainably.

www.thegreencollective.co.nz

021 293 2709

hello@thegreencollective.co.nz

123 Bridge Street, Nelson 7010

Jack House Transit is a trusted provider of house removal and demolition services, committed to delivering reliable, efficient solutions with a strong focus on professionalism, safety, and exceptional customer care. In addition, they provide repiling and house lifting services, along with an optional in-house design service to aid in securing Council approvals.

The companies goal is to create a seamless and stress-free experience for their customers. The team are here to support with all aspects of the house removal process. Whether it’s moving a house to a new section, repositioning your house on an existing site to allow for a subdivision or duplex, or turning your house in a different direction to capture the sun, Jack House Transit are here to help!

“We’re proud of our transparent process, making sure people know exactly what to expect. At Jack House Transit we aim to create a seamless and stress-free house removal experience.”

 Richard Hutchinson | CEO Jack House Transit

Working closely with its sister company, The Relocatable Home Co., Jack House Transit offers seamless support across the entire relocation process. Whether clients are purchasing a relocatable home or need assistance transporting a house from another source, the team provides expert guidance, careful handling, and dependable service every step of the way.

As part of the NZ-owned Hutchinson Group, Jack House Transit shares a wider vision of helping more New Zealanders achieve home ownership, because strong homes build stronger families, communities, and futures.

CONTACT

• 0800 522 546
• sales@houseremoval.co.nz
• houseremoval.co.nz

• 7 Roger Kaui Place, Burbush, Hamilton 3200

With of 20 years of experience, Wheeler Electrical has built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality electrical solutions across residential and commercial projects. No job is too big or too small.

Based on years of hands on experience across Christchurch and Queenstown, Wheeler Electrical has worked on a wide range of projects – from everyday residential work to high end homes, shop fit-outs, warehouse projects and large new builds. Wheeler Electrical keeps things straight forward with clear communication, honest advice, and no surprises. From the first call through to completion, you’ll know exactly what’s happening and what to expect.

“I run things how I’d expect it done on my own place – done right, no shortcuts.”

Simon Wheeler – Owner & Operator

The scope of work continues to grow alongside the business, with ongoing involvement in both one-off jobs and larger projects. This range allows Wheeler Electrical to remain adaptable while maintaining a consistent standard of workmanship across all work.

Residential and Commercial Electrical Services:

• New Homes
• Renovations
• Underground Cable and Trenching
• General Maintenance and Repairs
• Fault Finding & Rectification
• LED Light Installation
• Outdoor Lighting – Power
• TV – Phone – Data
• Test and Tagging
• Spa Pool Powering
• Electric Car Charges
• Power Point Replacements
• New Electrical Circuit Installations
• Complete House Rewiring

Same Day Service:

• General Maintenance and Repairs
• Hot water Cylinder Repairs
• Fault Finding & Rectification
• LED Light Installation
• Outdoor Lighting – Power
• TV – Phone – Data
• Test and Tagging
• Spa Pool Powering
• Electric Car Charges

https://wheelerelectrical.co.nz/

Phone: 021-278-2213

Email: simon@wheelerelectrical.co.nz

Eye Spy Property Inspections is the right person to inspect your property and give you the peace of mind needed going forward. Priding himself on being a positive part of the process whilst building ongoing relationships with his clients. Always available for building advice when needed long after the initial inspection is completed.

It’s important you can trust your building inspector has the experience to carry out a thorough inspection and provide a detailed report you can understand. That’s where Eye Spy Property Inspections have the edge on most competitors. He was lucky enough to complete his building apprenticeship in the days when a builder would often carry out all aspects of building houses and renovations. From floor preparation to pouring, followed by cutting and standing framework onsite, when they would install their own roofs spouting and fascia followed by full interior fitout including insulation, linings & finishing.

“when inspecting your house I know exactly what to look for and more often than not will find and solve potential problems only the most experienced can see.”

Unlike many in the industry all inspections are carried out by the owner/operator. You are guaranteed the highest quality of service. Make an informed decision when buying or selling your home or investment property. Eye Spy Property Inspections would love to share his knowledge with you. Prices start from only $400 plus GST.

All reports:

• include floor level checks using laser technology.
• include non-invasive moisture testing.
• cover of aspects of Healthy Homes requirements.
• carried out to NZS 4306:2005 residential property Inspection standards.
• widely excepted by banks and insurance companies.

Eye Spy Inspections offer a wide range of building inspection services, ensuring you receive a complete understanding of your property’s condition.

• Pre-Purchase/Sale Reports: Gain a detailed understanding of your property’s condition before buying or selling.
• General Building Consultancy: Benefit from our decades of experience assessing potential risks and ensuring compliance with NZ building standards.
• Aerial Drone Inspections: Efficiently scan for energy loss and moisture damage with our cutting-edge drone technology.
• Floor Level Checks: Ensure your foundations are structurally sound and compliant with MBIE guidelines with our detailed assessments and laser technology.
• Non-Invasive Moisture Testing: Our advanced moisture testing identifies possible water damage, helping you prevent potential issues like mould and mildew growth.
• Toxicology Report: Protect your health and wellbeing with our comprehensive dangerous toxic contamination assessment.

https://eyespyinspections.co.nz/

Phone: 027-240-8883

Email: hello@eyespyinspections.co.nz