Top Marques with Niki Mills: New king of the road
After 10 long years, 2023 saw the arrival of the all new, third generation L461 Range Rover Sport; the smaller, more nimble and sportier brother to the “King of the Road” Range Rover. While generation one was essentially just a Discovery with a different body, generation two was a step up with a […]
A silver lining with Simon Thwaites
The liquidation of the Silvermoon jewellery business in March 2024 provided a sterling opportunity for its founder to buy the company back. Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch caught up with Simon Thwaites about times past and present. Every cloud has a silver lining, so they say, and for Simon it was an opportunity to […]
Fairways to heaven
The grass is often greener on the golf course. Enjoy our guide to some of Christchurch and Canterbury’s best, just a short ‘drive’ away. Golf is the most participated sport in New Zealand, with more than half a million Kiwis playing. Nationally, there are at least 400 golf clubs throughout the country, including […]
Editor’s Note: Sunshine, lollipops, and roses
Sunny days are here again, the skies above are clear again… It’s not bright sunshine every day yet, however temperatures are hotting up, and business appears to be picking up too. Warmer weather often brings a lighter, happier vibe with it; people emerging, blinking into the sunlight, heading out to brunch, lunch, and […]
Live & Local: Isaac Theatre Royal
Nurturing Christchurch’s musical talent. Christchurch has long been a city brimming with artistic talent, yet too often, our local musicians struggle to find platforms that allow their voices to be heard on a larger stage. Recognising this gap, the Isaac Theatre Royal is launching an innovative programme designed to spotlight homegrown talent: the […]
Award-winning bathing beauties
Christchurch interior designer Georgia Langridge scooped the pool at the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA) awards early in September. In addition to winning the Supreme Bathroom Design Award with her Parisian Stay entry, Georgia, of Modi Design, won the DNKBA Silver Kitchen Design Award, DNKBA Silver Bathroom Design Award, and Canterbury Kitchen […]
Answering your orthopaedic questions: Stride Orthopaedics
Visiting any medical specialist gives rise to numerous questions about what lies ahead. The team at STRIDE Orthopaedics pride themselves on seeing patients quickly, with thorough consults to minimise patients’ concerns. “We triage referrals based on a patient’s symptom severity, condition, and their likelihood to need intervention. This allows us to see patients […]
A mini market garden at home: Terra Viva
An easy way to take some control over the cost of living and grow your good health at the same time is having your own mini market garden. Terra Viva’s Peter Worsp shares his expert advice. Fruit and vegetables are high in Vitamins A, C, antioxidants, minerals, and fibre, for protection against cancer […]
Fashion with New Zealand roots: Apt Collections
A new store and the latest looks to love have arrived in Christchurch, bringing fresh, spring-inspired styles. This location is set to thrill with stunning new-season offerings. Apt Collections’ story began with Longbeach Apparel, a Christchurch-based company leading the way in designing and wholesaling women’s fashion for more than 45 years. Apt Collections, the latest […]
Shade for all seasons: Shade Smart
Buying Kiwi-made is good, Christchurch-made is even better if you live in our region. When it comes to awesome shade solutions, Christchurch-based Shade Smart is happy to oblige, with an extensive range made right here in Hornby, customised for each project. With summer on the way, it’s an ideal time to spruce up […]
