Facing our challenges: Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
The devastating weather events in the North Island have shown us once again the full force of mother nature. Our thoughts are with those who have lost family members and friends, and whose lives have been upended so quickly, and without warning. Our experiences in Canterbury following the earthquakes have provided a blueprint […]
Setting new goals: Te Pae Christchurch
Like many businesses at the start of a new year, we’ve been busy looking at the year ahead, and formulating plans that will carry us into 2024 and beyond. An area that remains important to us as we embark on our journey is sustainability, which is why last month we committed to net […]
Urban development: ChristchurchNZ
A key thing we consider when attracting major events to Christchurch is the legacy they leave. SailGP brings more than thrilling on-water action, there is also significant investment aimed at creating positive impact. Legacy is about people, so investing in programmes to connect our community to the event is vital. The SailGP Women’s […]
Kitchen form and function: Bates Joinery
Well-crafted kitchens transform lifestyles, creating the heart of a home. Every year homeowners spend millions of dollars on new and renovated kitchens, investing in their properties, and adding to their enjoyment of life. Mark Allworthy, owner of Bates Joinery, and his team are at the forefront of delivering on those investments, crafting award-winning […]
Exciting new showhome: Pringle Homes
When building a new home, there’s a lot to consider. This includes the new building code, the best use of smaller building sites, and the needs of families both now and in the future. Pringle Homes have considered all of these when designing and building their spectacular showhome in the new Oakbridge subdivision […]
Clear drains calm reigns: MHR Drainage
Nothing upsets our ordered lives more than when tell-tale signs of problems in the pipes start happening. Bad odours, mysterious leaks or potential blockages cause stress levels to rise. Suddenly the need to find a competent and trusted drainlayer becomes your priority, but finding the right person can become just as stressful as […]
Strengthening is top priority: Priority Projects
General agreement is that our existing building stock must be strong enough to withstand the next ‘big one’. However, it’s not so easy to find contractors willing and skilled enough to work on older buildings. This crucial work is usually both intricate and invasive to the very fabric of the building. It requires […]
Editor’s perspective: Enjoy the read
I’m a magazine junkie from way back, whether it’s the latest science journal, my husband’s boating publications, a lifestyle magazine such as Metropol, or a relaxing fashion fix. During the pandemic, many magazines folded, although post-Covid-19 there are now more published nationally than pre-pandemic. Lifestyle magazines are one of life’s essentials, with a […]
Realty rocks their world
John and Lynette McFadden are well known Christchurch real estate professionals, with more than 26 years in the industry. They own New Zealand’s No 1 residential office and francise for Harcourts. They talk to Metropol about working together and philanthropy. Not everyone would find it easy, or preferable, to work so closely with […]
Inspiring others
“Your value will be not what you know; it will be what you share.” Ginni Rometty. This quote proved inspirational for Christine (Chris) Korako, pictured, who now shares her knowledge to inspire others. H er inspiration comes from anything “that gives me ideas, energy and positive emotion”. “People inspire me, particularly those who […]
