‘Tis the season for a party: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
It is the most wonderful time of the year! Join us in celebrating Christmas in style at Crowne Plaza Christchurch. Savour the delights of the season with our Christmas packages designed to let you relax and relish a festive gathering with your family, friends, and colleagues. The halls will be decked, the carols […]
Fairways to good health with Sir Bob Charles
Many Cantabrians will have heard of golfing legend Sir Bob Charles. Metropol writer Neville Idour looks back at how this iconic sportsman stayed fit and healthy during his career. Arguably one of New Zealand’s greatest sportsmen, and certainly its best golfer, Sir Bob Charles firmly believes his healthy lifestyle has stood him in […]
Xtreme man cave meet the builder: Senna Developments
Creating this awesome new-build man cave proved challenging yet extremely fulfilling for those involved, especially builder Pete Bee of Senna Developments. Pete and his team collaborated and worked with CA Architecture’s Casey Curtis, and Hierarchy Group’s Chris Wheeler to complete the high-end project. Guts and glory in a two-storey In the quiet of […]
Engaging adverts: Metros Marketing
Social media advertising can be disruptive. It is common knowledge that social media platforms get a bad reputation for news feeds being plastered with advertising. Adverts that aren’t relevant are shown too frequently, or are just downright annoying, can disrupt your experience. In my experience, the adverts that capture my attention are ones […]
Sustainable decking option: One Stop Deck Shop
Once upon a time, we believed that only Kwila could provide the happy ever after in decking. That was before we had ModWood. This amazing product is made from recycled wood fibre and recycled milk bottles, so it is sustainable and environmentally friendly. One Stop Deck Shop here in Christchurch is the exclusive […]
A blooming good fete: Geraldine Summer Fete
Spring is well and truly here, and there is a hint of summer approaching. There’s no better way to enjoy a day with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fete on Thursday 2 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fete is now in its 14th year. Attendees […]
All eyes on the avairy
If you are a bird lover and want to keep some of your favourite species close by, an aviary will make a great addition to your property. Firstly, take some time to properly consider the responsibilities, what type of birds you want to house, and how many. Common types of pet birds in […]
Editor’s note: Show up
Exciting times lie ahead for visitors and Cantabrians, leading into the region’s annual Cup and Show Week, then the festive season. Fashion, gallops, trots, the agricultural show, and all manner of entertainment will showcase some of the best that Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region offer. Many of the events only happen at […]
A daisy a day: Mickey Raes
Spring is now here, and the long weekends and holiday fever are just around the corner. Approaching six years in the retail business in Hanmer Springs, Mickey Raes is in full-on spring flower mode, with a multitude of exclusive and colourful ornamental daisies spinning cheerfully in the breeze outside the shop. These long-lasting […]
Beauty and tanning experts: Tan in the City Christchurch
The weather’s warming up, events season is upon us, and you want to look your best. From glowing skin to beautifully shaped eyebrows, body waxing, and lash lifts, there’s plenty to think about. Fortunately, Tan in the City Christchurch is a team of highly trained professionals who can take care of all your […]
