Work efficiency: RICOH NZ
In meeting the needs of a hybrid workplace, digital experiences hinge on doing things automatically, and at scale. In today’s business environment, the digital transformation imperative is embrace automation today, or go out of business tomorrow. In other words, automation is critical to success in the modern world, and those who don’t take […]
Colour your Christmas
Choose your Christmas aesthetic and decorate your heart away, from Metropol’s suggestions: Classic shades Rich burgundy and hues of green are never too far away when it’s Christmas. These classic colours, with a touch of simplistic white to mellow them, create the finest Christmas ambience. Add a few nutcrackers, lanterns and wreaths to […]
Creating home-based memories: Knuddy Homes
Moving into your new-build home is really only the end of the first chapter. The story continues with the moments lived there, moments that translate into memories, which build on one another to create the tale of your life. This is the philosophy that drives Ben Knudsen, owner of Canterbury building company Knuddy […]
Top awards for Te Pae
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has been acknowledged with a 2023 New Zealand Public Architecture Award. Te Pae was funded by the Crown and delivered by the Government infrastructure delivery company, Rau Paenga. Kirstie McNulty, Rau Paenga’s General Manager of Te Pae Christchurch, emphasises the significant contribution by architects Woods Bagot in association […]
Beach-side in Sumner: Beach Sumner
Rumour has it that Christchurch is in for a hot, dry summer, thanks to the El Niño weather pattern. That’s welcome news after a dull, overcast, and wet spring. Cantabrians will definitely want to get outdoors and there is little that speaks of summer more than a visit to a seaside restaurant. Enjoy […]
On the crest of a wave
The pūteketeke, also known as the Australasian crested grebe, is New Zealand’s Bird of the Century. The native bird was awarded the title after American-British comedian John Oliver launched his own campaign for it to win, garnering 290,374 votes (83%) out of the total 350,000 in the competition. The crested grebe is found […]
Instant comfort: ECCO Shoes
This summer, treat your feet to Uber-comfortable footwear that can take you from the beach to the dance floor. Combining leather or suede uppers with a flexible sole for a seamless slide, ECCO COZMO sandals feature ECCO Shoes’ special FLUIDFORM™ construction. These sandals have a polyurethane leather (PU) midsole and adjustable straps for […]
Think outside the box
A home away from home, a bach is a serene space, one that hosts your most relaxed self. Baches come in many architectural styles, from quaint, cosy, and classic, to contemporary, modular, and open plan. Comfort is a prime consideration if building or renovating, followed closely by functionality, both inside and out. You’ll […]
No luck to it: Jordan Luck
Few artists truly encapsulate the characteristics that come with a Kiwi music legend. Years of experience, song longevity and lyrical genius under his belt, Jordan Luck built his way to the top of the charts, and Kiwi hearts. Metropol writer Nina Tucker catches up with him about the landscape of music and what […]
International Chefs Day: Te Pae Christchurch General Manager, Ross Steele
As we countdown to Christmas, it is great to see our city buzzing with national and international delegates attending a variety of events we’ve hosted in our venue recently. With that comes the opportunity for our chefs at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre to showcase Canterbury’s finest food and beverages to the world […]












