Ayrburn Classic: through the judge’s lens
Excitement doesn’t even begin to cover it, writes Metropol’s motoring expert and now Ayrburn Classic Festival of Motoring judge Ben Selby. After a successful first running in 2025, the Ayrburn Classic returns for another year. From 20 to 22 February in the picturesque surroundings of Central Otago’s Wakatipu Basin, Ayrburn, a one-of-a-kind lifestyle […]
Fitness supreme: My Body Fix
What does it take to beat out hundreds of gyms nationwide and become Aotearoa’s Supreme Exercise Facility? Meet the Christchurch-local winner. Crowned with the prestigious title of Supreme Exercise Facility at the Exercise New Zealand Industry 2025 Awards, Christchurch’s BodyFix gym has punched above it’s weight to beat out the best from across […]
Pilates at home: Freedom Pilates
More people are choosing Pilates at home to fit around their own timetable. Reformer Pilates studios have popped up around the country as Kiwis get behind one of the world’s fastest-growing fitness practices. But at-home reformers can provide the same benefits without the inconvenience of studio schedules and locations. Freedom Pilates’ co-founder Cath […]
All loved up
What says they’re your one true love? A bottle of pink Veuve Clicquot, a Versace mug, or candy hearts (Simon Lewis Wards style) of course. Look no further than our Valentine’s Day gift guide – we put the thought in so you don’t have to.
Let’s go crazy: Crazy Horse Hammersley
A joyful mix of cuisines and cultures, come for the food and stay for the experience. Craving steak and roast potatoes? Can’t stop thinking about Thai food? Fancy pizza or pasta? Look no further. At Crazy Horse Hammersley in Shirley, owners Jules and Jummi have embraced the spirit of creating a menu that […]
Buckets of beauty
Take your valentine (or ‘galentine’) to one of Canterbury’s best flower farms for a bouquet made much more personal. KATE WILLIAMS, THE AFTER-HOURS STYLIST Beloved Canterbury-based author and floral stylist, book ahead and secure your spot for a 7 or 12 February ‘pick your own’ session at Kate Williams’ flower fields in Prebbleton. […]
Writing’s on the wall: Sea Signals Street Art Festival
A street art festival with an ocean conservation message is set to transform the city’s public spaces. Five storeys above the footpath on Manchester Street, a young woman is pictured wading through rising water. She’s the first sign that something big is happening in Christchurch this summer. The towering artwork finished in December […]
Living systems: PG Gallery192
PG gallery192 showcases leading artists alongside exciting emerging talent. Monthly exhibitions stimulate the mind as well as the eye. Explore the gallery’s extensive website to view exhibitions, artworks and artist profiles. Open by appointment over February. Gallery reopens 3 March. Image: Structures for Living Systems #8, by Philippa Blair, 2018, oil and acrylic […]
Relax, refresh: Dux Dine Bar
Introducing the spot to soak up the last of summer. Eat, drink, socialise – Dux Dine Bar and Restaurant at 28 Riccarton Road blends relaxed garden charm with top-quality food, making it the destination for sunny catch-ups, weekend celebrations, and long lunches that stretch into the evening. This Christchurch favourite offers an inviting […]
Q. “I’m age 47 and I’ve been using eyeliner almost every day since I was 16. Should I change the way I use eyeliner as I get older?”
Short answer: yes, small tweaks may help. Eyeliner can need an update because, as we age, lashes can thin, lids can droop, and harsh lines can make eyes look smaller or heavier. Here are three tips for flattering, mature eyes. 1. Soften the colour Try charcoal, espresso, deep plum, or navy instead of […]
