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Improve, enhance, detox: Me Time Wellness
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic technique designed to stimulate the body’s lymphatic system. This gentle, rhythmic massage therapy is increasingly popular in wellness routines due to its numerous health benefits. The lymphatic system, often referred to as the body’s “secondary circulatory system,” plays a crucial role in maintaining immune function and fluid balance. nMe Time […]
Local love: Coco Gifts
Local boutique owner Liz Bloomfield is encouraging Cantabrians to support small businesses this Christmas. Indulge in wondrous hand-wrapped gifts and the delightful connections that come with shopping local. An enchanting mix of sensational gifts sourced locally and abroad can be found inside Coco Gifts, a store on Rutland St in Merivale. Christmas is coming and […]
Perfection poolside: NOVAspace
Sparkling blue water, comfortable loungers, soft music, and a drink or two; picture yourself relaxing in and around your stunning new inground pool. Summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to make the most of your inground pool. If you don’t have one, then how about an early Christmas present to yourself? Talk […]
Take a break
The ongoing demands of work and life can impact negatively on our wellbeing, so it’s important to regularly disconnect from stress-causing activities. For example, working nonstop can lead to mental and physical fatigue, and contribute to burnout. Studies have shown that persistent demands deplete a person’s physical resources and cognitive capacity, which may in turn […]
Drug funding for cancer patients
November 2024 marks a significant milestone with the funding of cetuximab (branded as Erbitux) for advanced bowel cancer patients. The funding comes after tireless campaigning by Bowel Cancer New Zealand and patient advocates who set up Givealittle pages to finance the life-extending drug. The Chief Executive of Bowel Cancer NZ, Peter Huskinson, says the funding […]
Sit right down
An essential part of enjoying good relaxation comes with having comfortable seating. From hammocks, to love seats, sofas to beanbags, and all types of hanging seats, there are so many outdoor options to enjoy. Something about the motion of a moving seat makes anyone feel relaxed. A hammock, either suspended between two trees or positioned […]
Summer event style tips: Zebrano
Event confidence begins with a gorgeous outfit. It might be a Christmas barbecue, a summer wedding, a New Year’s Eve cocktail party, or a beachside dinner, the desire to look dazzling remains. For Zebrano’s team of style gurus – skilled at finding the best outfit for you in the latest season’s colours – that desire […]
Effortless style for every occasion, go botanical: OFI Linen
Busy women who value style and convenience love having a great go-to boutique where choosing outfits is easy. In the heart of the city, Cashel Street is home to OFI Linen where head director Wendy Giltrap and her experienced team understand the pressure of finding the perfect outfit, even when time is short. “A customer […]
Make an entrance
First impressions count, so they say, and often that starts at your front fence. If you have one, a front fence sets the tone for the entire façade of the home. An opportunity to really wow visitors, or potential buyers if you’re selling, it brings that all-important curb appeal to your property. Options are […]
Restoring clothing confidence: TAD Design
In the heart of Rangiora, a boutique of sartorial beauty awaits. Previously a hair and beauty salon, owner Tracey McMillan always dreamed of giving women a new lease on life through head-to-toe dressing, removing the intimidation of fashion. A few popular pop-up clothing shops were the seed and Tracey made it a reality, bringing TAD […]
Christmas gifting: getting it right
If you are one of those ultra-organised personalities, with itemised lists of gorgeous gifts for each person in your life, and a tick next to each, this isn’t for you. Christmas gifting can be a nightmare, in a world where it feels there are so many options or just not enough.Lately, it’s impossible to walk […]
Cruise along in this fabulous coupé
Mercedes-Benz is certainly no stranger to the two-door coupé, with some of its most celebrated models fitting the bill nicely. By Ben Selby. However, today Mercedes-Benz have slimmed down its coupé range to what you see here, the new CLE, sitting firmly between the likes of the C-Class and E-Class saloons. The new CLE is […]
Empowering strength: Technogym
AI in the gym = a stronger healthier you. Technogym New Zealand’s first AI-driven equipment is revolutionising strength training, making it easy for you to work out. You will immediately wonder how you ever trained without it. Christchurch locals are the first to experience this advanced technology at The Well Studios, within The Tannery. The […]
Editor’s note: Shop local, support small businesses
With the 2024 holiday shopping season set to be one of the most challenging on record, Buy NZ Made is urging Kiwis to support local businesses this Christmas. Rising costs, economic uncertainty, and ongoing global challenges have put immense pressure on small businesses across the country, including Canterbury. Christmas is traditionally a peak period for […]
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Summer socialising: Sprig + Fern Merivale
Summer, Santa, and the much-anticipated holiday season are preparing for their grand entrance. It’s time to enjoy the social season. Whether it is a work or social group event, or a catch-up with family or friends, the welcoming atmosphere at the Sprig + Fern in Merivale makes it an ideal spot to meet. The team […]
Luscious treats: Go Nuts on Donuts
Doughnuts are considered delectable treats; every bite a taste of pure delight. We tend to think of them as soft round balls or rings, but a local baker has come up with a unique take on these popular indulgences. “For the first time in Christchurch there are now doughnut birthday or wedding anniversary cakes made […]
A brand new buzz: Drink BEE
Whether you’re wetting your whistle before heading off to a summer festival, or sharing a few quiet drinks in the backyard with a group of good friends, the drink of the moment is surely a cold and refreshing alcoholic soda. If you’re looking for something to scratch that itch, then look no further than BEE […]
In the heart of St Albans: Ristretto Cafe
Fresh flavours, friendly vibes and exceptional coffee are all to be had in one convenient location, right in the heart of St Albans. Look no further than Ris’tretto café at 670 Barbadoes Street. Their signature Ris’tretto Espresso No.1 House Blend, roasted by Andrew Weir at the Waikuku Beach roastery, delivers a smooth, full-bodied coffee with […]
Fashion & Beauty
Improve, enhance, detox: Me Time Wellness
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic technique designed to stimulate the body’s lymphatic system. This gentle, rhythmic massage therapy is increasingly popular in wellness routines due to its numerous health benefits. The lymphatic system, often referred to as the body’s “secondary circulatory system,” plays a crucial role in maintaining immune function and fluid balance. nMe Time […]
Take a break
The ongoing demands of work and life can impact negatively on our wellbeing, so it’s important to regularly disconnect from stress-causing activities. For example, working nonstop can lead to mental and physical fatigue, and contribute to burnout. Studies have shown that persistent demands deplete a person’s physical resources and cognitive capacity, which may in turn […]
Drug funding for cancer patients
November 2024 marks a significant milestone with the funding of cetuximab (branded as Erbitux) for advanced bowel cancer patients. The funding comes after tireless campaigning by Bowel Cancer New Zealand and patient advocates who set up Givealittle pages to finance the life-extending drug. The Chief Executive of Bowel Cancer NZ, Peter Huskinson, says the funding […]
Summer event style tips: Zebrano
Event confidence begins with a gorgeous outfit. It might be a Christmas barbecue, a summer wedding, a New Year’s Eve cocktail party, or a beachside dinner, the desire to look dazzling remains. For Zebrano’s team of style gurus – skilled at finding the best outfit for you in the latest season’s colours – that desire […]
Home & Living
Local love: Coco Gifts
Local boutique owner Liz Bloomfield is encouraging Cantabrians to support small businesses this Christmas. Indulge in wondrous hand-wrapped gifts and the delightful connections that come with shopping local. An enchanting mix of sensational gifts sourced locally and abroad can be found inside Coco Gifts, a store on Rutland St in Merivale. Christmas is coming and […]
Perfection poolside: NOVAspace
Sparkling blue water, comfortable loungers, soft music, and a drink or two; picture yourself relaxing in and around your stunning new inground pool. Summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to make the most of your inground pool. If you don’t have one, then how about an early Christmas present to yourself? Talk […]
Sit right down
An essential part of enjoying good relaxation comes with having comfortable seating. From hammocks, to love seats, sofas to beanbags, and all types of hanging seats, there are so many outdoor options to enjoy. Something about the motion of a moving seat makes anyone feel relaxed. A hammock, either suspended between two trees or positioned […]
Make an entrance
First impressions count, so they say, and often that starts at your front fence. If you have one, a front fence sets the tone for the entire façade of the home. An opportunity to really wow visitors, or potential buyers if you’re selling, it brings that all-important curb appeal to your property. Options are […]
Build
Structures of strength and significance: Fraemohs Homes
Close your eyes and imagine the first place in the world to greet the sunrise of the new day. It has unrivalled South Pacific stargazing, basalt columns, walking, kayaking, and scenic reserves plus stunning seafood delights. It is home to fewer than 1000 people, only accessible by air or sea, and hosts its own endemic […]
3 year plan for ponds
An activated sludge reactor will replace the fire-damaged trickling filters at the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant to fix long-standing odour issues impacting local residents. Christchurch City Council and its insurer have settled an $85 million insurance claim following the fire in 2021, which destroyed two trickling filters at the plant in Bromley. The filters were […]
ChristchurchNZ Economic Analyst Sophie Jones: A summer outlook
In my role as Economic Analyst at ChristchurchNZ, I focus on the wellbeing of our economy. But it’s important to remember that economies are about people. Recent insights from Statistics New Zealand’s Wellbeing Survey reveal reasons to feel good. Canterbury boasts higher overall wellbeing levels compared with the national average. In 2023, 53% of Cantabrians […]
Celebrating 20 years in business: The Connect Group
The year is 2004. Facebook has just emerged, changing the way people connect online. Motorola’s Razr flip phone is the must-have accessory, defining sleek and cutting-edge mobile technology. Helen Clark is serving her second term as New Zealand’s prime minister, guiding the country through a period of economic growth and social reform. Meanwhile, blockbuster hits […]
ArtScene
The magic of Christmas: Isaac Theatre Royal
Spoiler alert: A Christmas Royal giveaway is hiding in this story. Christmas in New Zealand is all about sunshine, sand, and days at the beach. Even amidst the barbecues and beach trips, there’s something special about stepping into the Isaac Theatre Royal for a dose of festive magic. In the heart of Christchurch, this grand […]
Write songs that make the whole world sing
For all those budding songwriters out there, an exciting new music scholarship is available, in conjunction with a national songwriting competition. Christchurch-based SOLE Music Academy’s competition is now open to solo songwriters of any genre, aged 15 years and up, from across New Zealand. Academy founder Sacha Vee says the competition is about discovering and […]
Giving life to stone: York Street Gallery
Debbie Templeton-Page’s sculptures seem to have a wairua that yearns to reach out from their solid foundations. Serene faces that could be dreaming death-masks, abstract geometric forms that fluidly shift and turn; and long, elongated figures stretching to the heavens. The Tasmanian-born artist has established herself as a master-sculptor, honing her craft in Canterbury over […]
A night of magic: Isaac Theatre Royal
Ten years ago on 17 November, 2014, a resilient Christchurch community gathered in anticipation. After years of uncertainty following the devastating earthquakes, the doors of the iconic Isaac Theatre Royal (ITR) would swing open once again to reclaim its place in the city’s cultural heart. For many, the idea of the old lady’s grand reopening […]
Business
Kiwisaver group offers free, online programme
In its inaugural Annual Review, the foundation says its unique programme to build financial capability is helping numerous New Zealanders. Since 2009, Ngā Tāngata Microfinance (NTM) has been offering interest-free loans to New Zealanders who’ve hit a rough patch and don’t know where to turn. The Booster Foundation partnered with NTM in 2022, to build […]
Moving on up in your career: Zestpeople
Is career change on your New Year’s wish list? Remember, a “goal without a plan is just a wish”. When you see people who are passionate about their work and lives, seem to have found their perfect niche, talk about their life and work with such enthusiasm, do you ever wonder how you could discover […]
Fuelling finances: Mylend
Race Week is traditionally a big week in Canterbury. Cup Day, Ladies day, Riccarton Races… it’s a week of sunshine (hopefully) socialising and being surrounded by people hoping to make a quick buck. Now I have been known to attend Cup Day on the Tuesday with the same lovely group of friends who I have […]
Cruisy economy
Figures from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) on the economic and social impact of cruise tourism shows the 2023/2024 season generated $5.3 million for the local economy. Total cruise tourist expenditure was between $23 and $35 million. The NZIER report for ChristchurchNZ revealed a positive view of cruise tourism, with 69% of […]
One on One
Style, smile: Becks Mason
Becks Mason isn’t in it for the colour or beautiful clothes her life as a stylist allows her. It’s the women she works with and their fear she helps conquer. The founder of Style4U presented at Apt Collections’ VIP Shopping Night in early November, and Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker finds her ‘why’. Becks Mason […]
Paddy Gower: vulnerability and positivity
Paddy Gower has been in the (news) game for 25 years. He’s done a lot, lived through a lot, and dropped many F-bombs along the way. Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker catches up with the journalist and now author-on-life, bringing a positive lens to news. Paddy started his career on the graveyard shift at the […]
MAMMA MIA: Sophie Harris
Sophie Harris was born with a passion to perform. Christchurch’s favourite rising theatre chameleon, who landed the lead of Sophie Sheridan in Showbiz’s MAMMA MIA! and Charlie’s love interest Lauren in Kinky Boots, shares stories of the stage with Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker. Every childhood dream placed Sophie in front of an audience or […]
Making music with Andrew Penman
Formed in Christchurch in 1992, mainland brass pioneer Salmonella Dub is still touring extensively, releasing new music, and enjoying being on the road. Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch caught up with co-originator Andrew Penman, aka DJ Rudeboy, ahead of two Lyttelton performances in November. Times, music and technology have changed much during the last three decades, […]