Night market magic: Ferrymead Heritage Park
What better way to enjoy a spring night than to go to a market? Ferrymead Heritage Park is thrilled to announce the return of its iconic Night Markets, starting on Saturday, 2 September. The arrival of spring will add an enchanting atmosphere as the night market welcomes an array of food vendors, featuring […]
Stained glass revival
Stained glass is enjoying a resurgence, and not just in churches. For centuries, stained glass has graced the hallowed halls of churches and adorned Tiffany lamps with its classic yet intricate floral motifs. In a delightful turn of events, stained glass is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, embracing cutting-edge designs that infuse a touch […]
Foodie heaven: Treat NZ
New Zealand’s “coolest foodie club”. That certainly has a ring to it and who doesn’t have a hankering to be cool, hip, and knowledgeable when it comes to food. This is the express aim of Treat NZ, an online service created to support and promote local eateries countrywide, and to help foodies find […]
Unwrap your festive package: Chateau on the Park
As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start planning those memorable end-of-year celebrations. What better place to revel in the festivities than at the Chateau on the Park, where seven exquisite event spaces, private gardens, stunning water features, and an iconic heritage building await you. With its unique Canterbury charm, the Chateau […]
The right rug: Persian Rug Gallery
Bringing any old rug into your home may meet some practical needs, such as adding insulation and delineating an area. Having a handcrafted Persian rug is next level, adding exquisite unrivalled beauty and a timeless elegance to your home. Whether you are looking for a small rug for a doorway, or a centrepiece […]
A venue for every occasion: Hornby Club
Finding the right venue for your office function is tough, especially when you need one that can host a short-notice breakfast meeting for 10 guests, or a large corporate conference for 400. The need for excellent catering, great service, car-parking for the team, and a location to suit those flying in, that’s close […]
Flip Grater a slice of Paris
Musician, songwriter, foodie, and entrepreneur somewhat describe Flip Grater. Metropol writer Neville Idour discovers she is so much more. With multiple international tours and five albums under her belt, musician, singer, and songwriter Flip Grater has a dedicated following. Add on vegan foodie, Grater Goods Café/restaurant owner, food manufacturer and wholesaler, astute business […]
Shortlist this one: Armstrongs
It’s been a while since the name “Astra” featured as an option in the New Zealand new car market. Now it’s back, courtesy of Opel, Ben Selby reports, after his latest test drive. The new Astra is made up of two models, the petrol SRi and GSe plug-in-hybrid. While the latter will be […]
History rolls on
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars recently marked the 110th anniversary of its successes in the Alpine Trial in 1913. The original trial event spanned eight days and 2600 kilometres, and the marque’s dominance of event cast the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost’s reputation as ‘the best car in the world’. Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce […]
Take charge of heart health: Unichem
The old saying goes, a healthy heart leads to a happy life. Yet, in our fast-paced and often stressful modern world, neglecting the health of our most vital organ is easy. Fortunately, in this age of technological advancements, managing and improving heart health has become easier than ever. Introducing CardiAction, an innovative heart […]
