An enduring legacy: Te Pae Christchurch

Creating memorable experiences that respect our planet and the goals of clients is an impressive feat, even more so when it minimises our environmental footprint, and maximises each event’s impact. Located in the heart of our city, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre specialises in delivering seamless meetings, conferences, and events. Modern flexible spaces, […]

4 years of happy ears: Bellbird Hearing

Late September commemorated four years of restored conversations and happier lifestyles, as one cherished Canterbury hearing clinic celebrated its birthday. Bellbird Hearing has risen to prosperous new heights in the short time since opening. The milestone is made better with nearly 200 five-star Google reviews, the most of any hearing clinic in Canterbury. […]

Adventure in Kaikōura

The coastal town of Kaikōura boasts rich wildlife, gorgeous scenery, curious sea creatures, and a bustling retail sector. Explore this small town with Metropol’s itinerary. Friday Begin the weekend with a walk along Kaikōura Beach. Take in the views of picturesque mountains, roaming wildlife, and breathe in the crisp mountain air. Finish the […]

The right impact: Impact Outdoors

First appearances count, and that is especially true with homes, and how they look. Some additions, alterations and tweaks will add street appeal, value, and create better indoor/outdoor use, while others won’t. If you want to transform your outdoor living spaces into seamless extensions of your home’s refined aesthetic, you need to talk […]

Restoring breast balance: The Fitting Room

Breast Cancer Awareness Month spotlights the lifestyle changes that come with mastectomy surgery and an utterly new feeling when getting dressed. Restoring that feeling of balance in the body and easing the mind with support and knowledge is The Fitting Room. From immediate post-surgery options providing soft comfort and ease, to the six-week […]

Latest trends on show

Building, renovating, or freshening up a home means keeping up with the Joneses, or rather the latest trends. According to New Zealand Registered Master Builders, 2024 building trends highlight a commitment to sustainability, technology, flexibility and personalisation. With standard homes currently said to cost $3500 to $4000 average per square metre, and prestige […]

Star-studded lineup for Christmas celebration

Award-winning singer songwriter Georgia Lines, Persian-Kiwi rapper CHAII, DJ double-act Sweet Mix Kids, and hip-hop legend Che Fu are just some of the artists performing at Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park in Christchurch. They’ll be joined by the show’s ensemble cast of Ella Monnery, Lavina Williams, Vince Harder, Nyree Huyser, Dillon Rhodes, Nate […]

Positioned to thrive: Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson

Canterbury businesses are showing renewed optimism about the economy, following our latest Business Canterbury survey, which opened in the days following the first interest rate cut in four-and-a-half years. This rise in confidence is a welcome sign for the business community and our local economy. We’re seeing quite a large improvement in expectations […]

Improving health, and reducing poverty: Vanessa Weenink, MP Banks Peninsula

As the MP for Banks Peninsula and a former GP, I have always been deeply committed to healthcare that serves our whole community. My journey into Parliament was driven by the desire to create policies that extend beyond individual instances of care; they aim to uplift entire populations. I am excited about the […]

A delicious double act: No.31 Restaurant & Bar, Tease Bar & Eatery

After a full day exploring Hanmer’s exceptional natural beauty or making the most of the thermal pools, finding the perfect spot to wind down with an excellent meal amongst friends is paramount. You’ll find no better bite in Hanmer than those on offer at No. 31 Restaurant and Bar. A Hurunui institution, No. […]