Improving outlook for local SMEs
Nearly a third of New Zealand’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) entered 2025 with growing sales pipelines for the first quarter of the calendar year, according to MYOB. In a nationwide survey of 500+ SME owners and decision-makers, 30% of those polled reported having more work lined up for January to March than […]
Luxurious pedicure, salon expertise: Nail Creative Co
Wanting to remove that uncomfortable, hard cracked skin on your feet? A waterless pedicure is the perfect luxury nail salon experience. The benefits of the specialised treatment include adding moisture to the skin and safely removing any calluses. Jamecia Karu, owner of Nail Creative Co, comes from a background in spa therapy, and […]
Powering Kiwi EV dreams: OEM Audio
In the scenic landscape of Christchurch, a team of innovative Kiwi engineers has revolutionised how New Zealand’s electric vehicle owners think about charging. The EV Power Classic Plus 5.0 isn’t just another charging solution – it’s a testament to local ingenuity designed specifically for our unique driving conditions. “We understand the challenges Kiwi […]
Lock up your gold: Commonwealth Vault
Unlike the late Queen Elizabeth II, most of us won’t ever have to referee in-family squabbles about who gets to wear which tiara at their wedding. We aren’t able to keep our jewellery secure in a state-of-the-art vault in our vast maze of cellars under our palace either. However, personal jewellery pieces made […]
Editor’s Note: The power of positivity
This issue marks another exciting advancement for Metropol, adding the new Essence North Canterbury section. This addition, and that of the alternating Essence South Canterbury section make Metropol truly the leading lifestyle magazine in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region. Change is positive. When met with pragmatism, it allows more flexibility and adaptation. […]
Boutique beauty aesthetics: The Golden Clinic
Appearance medicine involves trusting others to enhance your natural beauty while prioritising your wellbeing. A relaxing environment plays a major role in the aesthetic, as does knowing you are in expert hands. Welcome to The Golden Clinic, a premier destination for expert appearance medicine services tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a […]
Powder pink
Popping up on everyone’s style radar, powder pink is calling us back to girlhood. Curated by Nina Tucker. The bubblegum babydoll hue is ever so fun, a calmer ‘younger sister’ to the ragingly popular Barbie pink of late. With an ever-nostalgic feeling of whimsy, get your hands on our favourite powder pink pieces. […]
Leading roller blind technology: Canterbury Window Coverings
Capture the spirit of modern living and celebrate contemporary style with Soluna Roller Blinds. The latest technology combines with timeless design and luxurious textiles. Smooth and quiet, elegant and easy to operate, Soluna Roller Blinds have a range of sophisticated yet effortless operating systems that can be tailored to fit any space. The […]
Pink Martini
Cheers to a bold, flirty drink just perfect for Valentine’s Day. INGREDIENTS Makes 1 • Handful ice cubes • 40ml vodka • 20ml dry vermouth • 4 dashes orange bitters • 2 Tsp grenadine • Orange peel • Lime slices METHOD 1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes. 2. Add the vodka, dry […]
Amazing aromatics
Heavenly scented flowers, candles, room diffusers, soaps, perfumes, and even laundry powders can all help to make your home smell gorgeous. By Lynda Papesch. People’s olfactory sense adapts to the smells around them so often they are not familiar with how they and their homes smell, until a different perfume pervades their atmosphere. […]
