Changes affect property investors: NZ Mortgages
The New Zealand property market is witnessing significant changes that will directly impact property investors. First, the bright-line test period will be reduced from 10 years to two years on 2 July. For investors, this is a game-changer, allowing greater flexibility and potentially higher returns on investment properties. This is expected to increase […]
A gorgeous stack
Books are an interior designer’s secret weapon, filling in the gaps on coffee, dining, and bedside tables. Kitchen nooks, entertainment units, and shelving can all become homes to them too. Utilise neutral books in spaces you don’t want to overdo and keep the fun covers for homier, cosy areas. Recent trends have spiked […]
Embrace safer speed limits
The Australasian College of Road Safety (ARCS) is advocating for an agreed and evidence-based approach to setting speed limits, as New Zealand moves to revise its speed management policies. New Zealand’s road fatality rates remain alarmingly high, ranking 29th out of 35 OECD countries in 2022. Despite common perceptions, many fatalities result from […]
Stars of the sandwich: Town Tonic
Adaptability and versatility are vital elements for a successful restaurant in such challenging times for hospitality. Town Tonic in Addington, under new management by Chef Kanav Khajuria and partner Gargi Saha, is a great example of these qualities in operation. By day, the restaurant offers delicious barista-brewed beverages and freshly baked scones, muffins, […]
Magic comes to Christchurch
Having wowed audiences throughout New Zealand last year, the country’s premier magic entertainment experience is returning with a fresh line-up of talent and a brand new bag of tricks. Magic Magic Moments NZ is proud to be presenting The International Grand Magic Show, a world-class experience. New Zealand’s Premier Magic Stage Company, Magic […]
Luxurious top performers
The Land Rover Defender is a name synonymous with off-road capability, exploration and adventure. Metropol managing director Murray Dempsey, who already drives a Defender, took the opportunity to check out the latest models. The latest interpretation of the Land Rover Defender is as sophisticated in its technology as it is comfortable on the […]
Stay fit and healthy with team sports: Pacific Radiology
Did you know that team sports can do more than just help you stay fit? A team sport can help you and your children learn vital life skills including teamwork, self-control, leadership, and decision making. Rugby, our national sport, can teach these skills and more. Here in Canterbury rugby is more than just […]
Editor’s Note: Beat the blues
Heading into mid-winter, aside from feeling the cold, some people are also suffering the blues, concerned for example, about the economy and rising costs. Through the gloom, however, there are rays of sunshine encouraging positive thinking. In Christchurch, our wider region, and even nationally, we have much to be thankful for, especially looking […]
Torque Talk: Keeping in touch
In-car entertainment has come a long way since the days of 8-track stereos, and the classic 1980s head unit with “graphic equaliser” which could either improve or drastically lower the tone of your favourite track. By Ben Selby. Now, it’s becoming more common to a have a new car with a touchscreen infotainment […]
Chic, contemporary curves
Sleek lines, traditional square coffee tables, conventional headboards, and boxy sofas are being replaced with curves, says Metropol writer Alicia Carr. All the rage in the 1970s, the curve dominated the home design scene then, and has made frequent appearances in trends since. Now curves are back again, with a sophisticated, modern touch. […]
