CHIT CHAT
POWER TO THE PITA The latest addition to The Crossing whānau is Zeeks – a Mediterranean kitchen that favours fresh, simple ingredients, made well. Zeeks has taken on souvlaki, super salads, and hummus with nary a wince – and it’s fast becoming a Friday lunch staple here at Aves HQ. See you upstairs at The Crossing! zeeks.co.nz
ARRIVAL IN STYLE For those who travel the world, Aesop has you covered. Aesop Arrival Travel Kit offers four best-selling products to ensure that your hair and body are well-maintained, even if you live your life on the go. With 50ml offerings of shampoo, conditioner, a Geranium Leaf body cleanser and body balm, you’ll travel well. aesop.com
PENGUIN SANCTUARY Having the interests of the Little Blue Penguins at its heart, the staff at the Ōamaru Blue Penguin Colony proudly share their conservation story with thousands of visitors. The penguin colony is a modern-day sanctuary providing nesting boxes, rehab facilities, and a predator-trapping programme. Visitors can take delight in viewing the 30cm high penguins as they return home each evening from their days fishing at sea. A wonderful opportunity to experience this unique wildlife encounter, where your entry fee directly supports the ongoing conservation of the penguins and their habitat. penguins.co.nz
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LET LOVE SHINE THROUGH
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