NZ Mortgages: First Home Buyers in Christchurch, the essential tips & tricks
Buying your first home in Christchurch is an ever-increasingly popular option. Cheaper than Auckland and Wellington, with plenty of options for property from hillside homes, city townhouses to classic kiwi bungalows on larger sections, there is an option for every buyer. Here at NZ Mortgages, we’re proud to be based in Christchurch, and […]
Step into spring in North Canterbury
Spring calls for basking in the sunshine, indulging in fresh seasonal produce, and filling up the social calendar. North Canterbury is known for its small, rural towns wrapped in stunning landscapes, which flourish during this season. From beautiful florals and fresh produce to playful lambs and frisky calves in lush green paddocks, North […]
Dogs on duty
Not just in police stations, canines are becoming more common in workplaces across New Zealand. It’s true, dog-friendly offices are growing in popularity. Workplace habits have evolved, as offices have welcomed things such as morning or afternoon walks, standard practice for many during the pandemic. We can’t expect dogs to send emails or […]
Add harmony to your home
Turning your home into a happy, healthy environment may be as easy as adopting the principles of the ancient Chinese form of feng shui. The name (pronounced fung schway) literally means wind-water and is believed by many to use energy forces to harmonise individuals with their surrounding environment. Practitioners arrange objects in their […]
Garden tourism
Local homes and gardens in gorgeous rural settings, each with its own story. Garden tours have been long-loved since their origins across the globe. Drawing from differing cultures and life practices, through royal and religious spaces, countries worldwide developed signature home and garden styles that others yearned to visit. Thus, ‘garden tourism’ was […]
Sensational Tomato, Cucumber, Feta + Smashed Olive Salad
INGREDIENTS Pickled red onion: – 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced – 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar – 1/4 Tsp sea salt For the pickled red onion, add the sliced red onion, apple cider vinegar and salt to a bowl. Toss to combine and allow the onion to pickle for at least 10 […]
NZ Cup Week is back: Riccarton Park and Addington Raceway
Our beautiful garden city comes alive during Cup Week. Fill the calendar and feel the excitement. Riccarton Park A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld […]
Talking grand designs with Tom Webster
Tom Webster’s fascination with architecture started at a young age, and now he shares it with millions of others, fronting TVNZ’s Grand Designs New Zealand series. Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch caught up with him to see what captures his imagination. Home is where the heart is, so they say, and Tom’s heart is […]
That fabric feeling
It’s all in the fabric. You can’t trust the weather. CURATED BY NINA TUCKER Gorgeous, versatile fabrics, you can. Silk, tencel, linen, and cotton poplin are utilised for their high-end feel and multifaceted qualities. Dress in the looks that serve both your comfort and agenda—whether that is back-to-back business meetings, cocktail hour, or […]
Why women must take charge: phwealth
For women in New Zealand, retirement planning involves more than checking KiwiSaver balances or relying on superannuation. It’s about ensuring there’s enough saved and invested to not just get by, but thrive during retirement. This also means having money set aside for emergencies, says financial advisor Shiree Hembrow, of phwealth. For many women, […]
