Restoring life to wood: Deck & Fence Pro
Is your deck, fence, or garden table old and weathered? Don’t replace it, restore it! Bring back the natural and original beauty of your outdoor wooden features with Deck & Fence Pro. Your go-to specialists for deck, fence, and outdoor furniture restoration. With a variety of options to fit your requirements and budget, […]
Te Pae artwork complete
Installation of the last artwork in Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has been completed. Moment of Movement was designed by New Zealand Korean multi-media artist, Seung Yul Oh, in association with John Troy O’Sullivan, and may be seen on the Colombo St side of Te Pae. “Seeing what started as a small sketch […]
Award – winning renovation: Roger Gilchrist Building Services Ltd
This superb renovation in Ōamaru won the Registered Master Builders Renovation of the Year Award. Roger Gilchrist Building Services from Ōamaru won the National Supreme Renovation of the Year, National Kitchen Excellence Award, and National Renovation Over $1.5 million category in the 2022 awards for turning an 1800s homestead into a luxurious, modern […]
Top architectural design: Sheppard Rout
Designed with sustainability in mind, the Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa in Methven has proven to be a winner for the environment, and also for Sheppard & Rout Architects. The pool complex was a winner in the commercial category of the 2022 New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) awards. Near Methven and close […]
Overcoming challenges: Blue Summit Construction
Multi award winning company, Blue Summit Construction tells Metropol about its two most recent award-winning projects. Rebuilding winning homes Blue Summit Construction owner Michael Ingram learned a lot from transforming his family home, putting his knowledge to good use with other renovations. The result was a regional silver award for a 1950s bungalow […]
Make fashion fun
Helping people with their fashion choices takes Christchurch stylist Lou Heller all around New Zealand. She talks to Céline Gibson about how and why fashion fills such an important role in her life. hen Lou Heller was a little girl, her favourite item of clothing was a white dress patterned with strawberries. […]
Being mindful in fashion
Mindful fashion is about embracing sustainable and ethical fashion. Instrumental in leading the way is Christchurch’s Untouched World founder Peri Drysdale. Lynda Papesch finds out more. Late last year a select group of fashion industry representatives gathered in Christchurch for the South Island’s inaugural Mindful Fashion NZ networking function. Among the key speakers […]
Community interests at heart
The 2022 Local Body Elections gave rise to new leadership at the Christchurch City Council, due to the retirement of the previous mayor Lianne Dalziel, and deputy mayor Andrew Turner. Metropol writer Rhonda Mitchell catches up with new deputy mayor Pauline Cotter. Family, community, and our city. These words drive Pauline Cotter, who […]
Adventure-filled Queenstown
Queenstown is a brilliant choice for a summer holiday destination for relaxation lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, Queenstown is a place where soaring mountains and crystal blue lakes meet. A popular destination for adrenaline junkies, who flock to try their hand at bungee jumping and sky […]
Experience the Yarra and Melbourne
Known as the coastal capital of Victoria, Melbourne has a bit of everything for the arts and culture lover, much of it situated along the lower reaches of the Yarra River. rom the hustle of the inner city to the trendy suburbs, Melbourne is a thriving cosmopolitan city, boasting more than enough museums, […]
