Award winning joinery: Murray Hewitt Joinery
True bespoke joinery requires talent to execute detailing and interesting twists in design. Christchurch new build commissioned the team at Murray Hewitt Joinery to incorporate the beauty of curves, grandeur of wood, and strength of Neolith sintered stone throughout. The dazzling result achieved Bronze in this year’s regional Master Joiner Awards, for Best […]
Pounamu: Greenstone shop
Pounamu has long been held as a Taonga or natural treasure. It’s easy to see why this beautiful stone called pounamu has captured the hearts of New Zealanders and visitors alike. The unique range of colours, and smooth, comforting feel of the stone makes Greenstone highly prized. Now, pounamu is revered worldwide. Based […]
Lasting benefits: Angela Millar
The benefits of cosmetic tattooing are many. Not only does semi-permanent makeup save on buying expensive cosmetics, it saves precious time wasted before a mirror. Cosmetic tattooing is also a life-changer for those who love makeup, yet lack confidence in applying it, and for those who, for whatever reason, no longer have a […]
Get ready for ills and chills
Ensure you and your medicine cabinet are prepared for winter and the common ailments that come with it. Follow these tips from Health Navigator New Zealand to be ready: Clean out your medicine cabinet Discard expired medications to avoid confusion and ensure you have the necessary medicines when you are unwell. Dispose of […]
Heavenly headboards
At the heart of every bedroom, a bed, its frame and headboard sits waiting to provide another good nights’ sleep. Feature headboards are an easy way to liven up the heart of your bedroom and make it more than just a place to sleep. Beyond resting against your headboard when sipping on a […]
Have a hernia? Don’t wait and see: The Hernia Clinic
The Hernia Clinic in Christchurch specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of hernias. Metropol spoke to hernia surgeon Ross Roberts who had some salutary advice for people with this disorder. His message – if you are diagnosed with a groin hernia, don’t adopt a strategy of wait and see what happens with it […]
Strive for better sleep: Unichem Cashel
Sleep is crucial for a healthy mind and body, but insomnia often deprives people of this essential rest. Afunctional approach to insomnia is gaining traction as a holistic solution in the quest for a good night’s sleep. Maintaining good sleep hygiene is often overlooked in our fast-paced world. Establishing a consistent sleep schedule, […]
Star treatment: Laser Rejuvenation
Adored by A-listers, such as Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Aniston, and Angelina Jolie, the laser carbon facial has captivated the celebrity circuit, and for good reason. Also known as the “Hollywood Facial”, this anti-aging skin rejuvenation treatment has gone global and can now be experienced here in the heart of our city. “Carbon facials […]
Extend your space: Loburn Sawmill
You need some extra space, but it’s not a case of extending the house. The extra space has to be portable, and flexible for a range of uses. It could be a guest room, a self-contained flat, a workshop, a studio, an office, or any type of shed you could possibly need, wherever […]
Happiness is a good sleep: Bedworld
Is there anything worse than waking up feeling tired, especially when you’ve gone to bed early. The problem could be your mattress. A good quality one will improve your sleep, and minimise the chances of developing body pain, making it a win-win. It’s well documented that a poor sleep can affect productivity and […]
