Apprentice awards
Christchurch has no shortage of building apprentices, and now is the time for them to shine in the NZ Certified Builders (NZCB) annual Apprentice Challenge. Challenge entries have opened, and close on 25 March. Regional competition heats will be held in multiple locations, including Christchurch, on 6 April. Regional winners receive an all-expenses-paid […]
Upgrade your website: Metros Marketing
Building a website from scratch or refreshing an outdated one can be something you put in the too hard basket, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are three things to ensure that building a website can be a painless process. 1. Defining realistic goals: You’ll need to clearly outline realistic goals for […]
Ōtautahi Christchurch: the ultimate sports playground in March
That’s right, the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch is returning to Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour this March. Showcasing high-speed, high-tech action from the top athletes in the sport, SailGP is live-action racing as you’ve never experienced it before. As high-performance F50 catamarans fly across the harbour, this close-to-shore racing has to […]
Enjoy all year long: Louvre Solutions
What an amazing summer we have had this year. Certainly an improvement on the less than inspiring weather of summer 2023. No doubt many people will have been enjoying the outdoors with barbecues and cool beverages. And if you have a Louvre Solutions’ customised roof system, even if the temperature has been too […]
Embrace sexy silver: V for Hair
Many who are going grey are choosing V for Hair and Beauty Merivale. Thinking ahead to hair goals 2024? Let our expert team of stylists, with over 60 years of combined experience, and the maturity and knowledge, look after you. It’s important to have a style that suits your hair, face shape, and […]
Sail away: SailGP
Exciting, action-packed SailGP returns to Ōtautahi, Christchurch, this March. Live, close-up, on the water racing, SailGP has to be seen to be believed. Following its Season 3 debut in Ōtautahi Christchurch, the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will return to the spectacular Whakaraupō, Lyttelton Harbour on 23-24 March 2024. Back and bigger […]
Songwriting veteran: Graham Nash
Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Graham Nash is preparing to perform his latest album, Now, at the Isaac Theatre Royal on 3 March. Metropol writer Daniella Judge catches up with him to reminisce, and hear his views about the music industry’s evolution. Graham Nash started his musical odyssey in the […]
Recipe for retail: Becky Dennison
Few people pursue opening their own retail store, and even fewer do so during a pandemic. Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker chats with thriving fashion retailer Becky Dennison to discover how she fulfilled her childhood dream. Picture a young Becky standing behind her roadside flower shop, filled with blooms from her parent’s garden. […]
Preserving Pūtaringamotu: Riccarton House & Bush
A Christchurch park ranger has a special vision for an inclusive and enlightening experience at a beloved Riccarton heritage site. Michael Steenson (pictured), the dedicated ranger at Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush, is invested in the future of this natural haven. Thanks to a Masters degree in geography, he integrates local wisdom into the fabric of […]
Colour me gorgeous, naturally: L’amour Hair
Want to look and feel your best, but find the motivation challenging? One sure way is with a great haircut or hair colour transformation that’s naturally you. Give yourself a healthy boost of confidence, reduce stress levels with regular trips to a trusted hair salon, and enhance your mental and physical health. L’amour […]
