Dolly Parton’s decadent mashed potatoes
Whether it’s her hair, music or the Dollywood theme park, Dolly Parton is known for doing everything bigger and better. She brings the same energy to her food. Like many of us, Dolly loves a spud. In an interview with AllRecipes, she says, “I’ve always been a potato person, even if it’s a […]
Discover Fiordland
It’s time to explore your southern backyard. People flock to Fiordland for its famous natural icons like Piopiotahi Milford Sound and the Great Walks, but beyond is a slice of cultural, geological and scenic paradise. Milford Sound: The eighth wonder of the world Carved by glaciers during the ice ages, Piopiotahi Milford Sound […]
Where plans come to life: the Canterbury Home Show
From Friday 20 to Sunday 22 March, the Canterbury Home Show brings more than 150 local building and home improvement businesses to Addington’s Wolfbrook Arena for a showcase of what’s new and what’s next. As the first hints of autumn settle over Christchurch, conversations at home begin to shift. That tired kitchen. The […]
Access advanced pain management: Beyond Radiology
For those living with persistent neck, back, or joint pain, advanced imaging and specialist pain procedures are now more easily available to people in Canterbury. In healthcare, trust is built over time, through consistency, expertise, and a genuine commitment to caring for people. By showing up for your community, day after day. For […]
Rock reads
From rockers of the 60s to punk icons of the 70s and Riot grrrl bands of the 90s, this is your cheat sheet of need-to-know women who transformed the global music scene. Great for reading and for looking good on a coffee table. For our Women Who Rock theme, we’ve curated a list […]
Where community gathers: The Golden Mile
A warm welcome in Templeton at a restaurant designed for families, celebrations, and memorable meals at affordable prices. At the heart of the community, The Golden Mile Tavern has become a favourite gathering place for families, friends, and celebrations of all kinds. With a warm, family-friendly vibe, the restaurant welcomes everyone from young […]
Get the look of Cassie Henderson
Cover star Cassie Henderson campaigned to wear shorts at high school – she’s known her style for a long time. The singer-songwriter adopts two distinct aesthetics, each serving what she needs for where she’s going. We break down her style so you can get the look. Cassie describes her day-to-day uniform as “dad […]
Steve’s scene
Your women-who-rock-roundup from global music consultant and Dolly Parton’s local publicist, Steve Guest. Y ou can say you were there (if you were) at Lainey Wilson’s simply fantastic show at Wolfbrook Arena in February. She is pure country rock and such a delight. Lainey loved New Zealand – she managed to check out […]
Who runs the world?
Alexa, play Lemonade by Cassie Henderson. Or Bic Runga’s Sway. Or any of the other musical masterpieces we’ve curated and compiled into one Metropol playlist filled with women who rock, available on Spotify. Because what’s better than electrifying, serenading music? When there’s a fierce, fearless female behind it. That was our goal with […]
A hilltop haven
When Marion McKellow first drove up the secluded driveway of Pine Hill House near Cust, it was bleak midwinter. Words: Pattie Pegler | Images: Supplied The skies were grey and the garden was bare. But Marion instantly loved the peace and quiet, it was just the haven she was looking for – away […]
