Split Enz rocked Christchurch… in the best possible way
Metropol’s Nancye Pitt pulled on her glitter boots and rocked the night away with Split Enz in Christchurch. I’m proud to be a boomer! And to share with Metropol readers how this relates to the Split Enz Show last night at the Forever Enz Tour at Wolfbrook Arena. My company for the night […]
Mums: Return to Work with Confidence and Ease
In tough economic times, women returning to work after having children face added stress, financial pressure and guilt, impacting relationships, health and wellbeing. Women’s Wellbeing Specialist Karyn Annan shares key considerations to help make the transition a positive experience. Modern mothers often juggle two full-time roles: paid work and primary caregiver. Many carry […]
Luxe looks: Estilo Boutique
From office style to elegant evening looks, this Lincoln fashion hub has you covered. Feeling great and expressing our personal style through what we wear should be easy and fun. We all have enough on the to-do list without the added pressure of sourcing outfits for special occasions, for busy workdays, or for […]
3 knitwear essentials: Zebrano
“Knits are the pieces you reach for again and again”. They layer easily, move with your day, and work with almost any outfit,” say the team of stylists at New Zealand designer fashion retailer Zebrano. We asked for their top three knitwear essentials, and how to style them. THE JUMPER From crew necks […]
Charming Mayfield stopover: Cafe Mayfield
Heading out of town? Don’t miss one of Canterbury’s best-kept secrets. Just a small detour off the South Island’s main north-south routes, Cafe Mayfield is a refreshing change from the usual roadside eateries. Explore Canterbury’s inland scenic route 72 and the charming rural town of Mayfield, which is home to one of the […]
Evoquative – Range Rover Evoque review
It’s hard to imagine the current Land Rover family without the Range Rover Evoque, writes Metropol’s motoring man Ben Selby. The ‘baby’ variant of the fully fledged and iconic Range Rover has been immensely popular since its inception in 2011, by encompassing the same level of luxury and all-terrain tech but in a […]
Winter wonderland: Village Lake
The colder weather is when Hanmer Springs comes into its own as an alpine destination. Winter is fast approaching. That is actually not a bad thing when there is a place like Hanmer Springs to visit as the village is a superb winter and alpine destination. There are the thermal pools, of course, […]
History where it happened: West Coast
Discover big stories, up close with the Tohu Whenua guide to the West Coast. Treasure seeker towns, snowcapped views and an ancient lagoon are just some of the must-dos you’ll find in this Te Tai Poutini West Coast itinerary. All aboard! Te Kopikopiko o Te Waka Starting in the south, discover the celestial […]
Sing it! Cheers & Karaoke Bar
Celebrating a birthday? Looking for school holiday fun? Or just craving some authentic Taiwanese food? What if we told you that you could do it all in one place? “It’s about creating a space where people can switch off from their day, connect with friends, and have fun – whether that’s through food, […]
You had me at cake: Deputy Editor Tamara Pitelen
You can feel it in the air, can’t you? I don’t know about you but the arguably unseasonal snowfall we had recently had me digging electric blankets and merino wool jumpers out from the loft a little earlier than usual. It excited the skiers and snowboarders, though, and Hanmer Springs Ski Area wasted […]
