Zed and beyond
New Zealand pop rock band Zed and Christchurch’s iconic brunch spot Addington Coffee Co-op have one thing in common, and that’s drummer Adrian Palmer. Metropol’s deputy editor Daniella Judge chats to him about his past, present, and future. K iwi band Zed became a pop rock sensation when it burst on to the music […]
Editor’s note: Mid-year
We are approaching the magical time where the Southern Alps will be frosted with snow. Who can believe it’s June already? We are very lucky in Ōtautahi to have the luxury of being close to outstanding commercial ski fields and other great clubby fields and I can’t wait to hit the slopes. If snowsports are […]
Editor’s perspective: Listen up
Deputy Editor Daniella Judge We are well into May, and also New Zealand Music Month. That makes it an ideal time to grab tickets to gigs and music events. In spite of the weather turning sour, from time to time, we need to keep supporting local and New Zealand musicians. During the last few years, […]
Saving innocents from landmines
Ukrainian director for mine action, Anthony Connell, was back on home soil recently, and Metropol’s deputy editor Daniella Judge took the time to chat to him. Anthony Connell is no stranger to war, having served as a New Zealand solider in Iraq. After his service, he was recommended for a role at the Foundation Suisse […]
Car-ful colours
New Zealanders have a distinct taste when it comes to car colours, with silver, white, and blue dominating the market. These subdued shades represent the practical and reserved nature of us Kiwis. We tend to prioritise resale value and avoid flashy colours. Silver cars are particularly popular because they are perceived as being modern and […]
A scrumptious dining retreat: Fiddlesticks
You have to admire the business that no matter the challenges, keeps focused on delivering first-class service and never compromises on quality. When our CBD was still a post-quake zone, with builders on construction sites being the only sign of life in our city, despite the odds, a new restaurant took a punt and opened […]
True wedding professionals: Wedding Professionals
Every bridal couple dreams of a unique, special wedding, a tribute to the love they share. All this starts with having the right people to deliver a heartfelt, memorable day. In Christchurch, there is none better than Wedding Professionals, whether your choice is small and intimate, on a snowy mountain top, or in a vineyard. […]
Soft, supple, skin sorted: Moss Spa
When you have a calendar filled with special occasions and events, and want to glow for them all, you can with the correct preparation. Getting ready for any occasion can be a breeze when you head along to Moss Spa, where you’ll be prepped, pampered and ready for whatever the busy season has in store. […]
For nuptials to treasure: Celebrant Jenni Gibson
While most people understand that you can’t have a wedding without a wedding celebrant, that celebrant’s role is far wider than simply being the facilitator of the legal requirements for getting married. Jenni Gibson, a celebrant for some 14 years knows that celebrants need to be people-oriented, compassionate and tolerant, as well as accepting and […]
Everything in moderation
Scoffing down too much meat and seafood can lead to an increased risk of gout, says healthcare provider ProCare. Gout is a form of arthritis where uric acid crystallises and deposits in the joints. This causes severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and/or tenderness. Although gout often affects the joint of the big toe, it […]