Sunsets and city sights: The Arlo
For a knock-out view of the city with exceptional food and wine, this hillside bar and restaurant packs a punch. Asweeping vista paired with exceptional food and wine makes Arlo Bar and Restaurant a standout destination for both Christchurch visitors and locals. Perched high on Hackthorne Road, its outlook across the city is […]
Christchurch designer wins on the world stage
Inside the residence that won Christchurch interior design team Detail by Davinia Sutton a coveted international award. Set against the striking alpine landscape of Wānaka, Christchurch interior designer Detail by Davinia Sutton’s Lakeside Residence has taken out the International Design Award at the Designerati Awards in London, an accolade that recognises exceptional design […]
Lest we forget: Mayor Phil Mauger
Christchurch has been through a time of remembrance and gratitude but also celebration, and joy. On 25 April, we paused to honour those who gave everything so we might live freely. Anzac Day is a reminder that freedom is never free, and that we carry an obligation to those who served. Our Draft […]
Gateway to the world: Christchurch Airport CEO Justin Watson
Summer visitors contributed $861 million to the South Island economy. This summer has been one to remember for us at Christchurch Airport. The energy and the number of people coming through our doors have been something special, and it’s great to see what that means for our city and the South Island. We […]
Tackling lipoedema: Hands on Clinic
About 11 per cent of Kiwi women are living with lipoedema, a chronic condition that is still widely misunderstood, and in many cases, undiagnosed. Lipoedema, also known as Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue (SAT) disorder, is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the fatty tissue beneath the skin. It is characterised by a disproportionate buildup […]
Beautiful bonsai
Beyond the art, there’s a science to keeping bonsai alive – and beautiful. New Zealand bonsai artist Aaron Curtis sits down with Metropol about the craft behind each branch, and his New Brighton store and café, Shiro Bonsai. Aaron, tell us, how did your career in bonsai begin? I originally started from being […]
Trust your gut
It’s time to take the old adage seriously, and care for the organ that takes such care of our intuition. With all the noise in the gut wellness market lately, here’s five simple, natural at-home hacks to heal your gut and beat the bloat. 1. Eat more fibre The easiest way to better […]
Split Enz rocked Christchurch… in the best possible way
Metropol’s Nancye Pitt pulled on her glitter boots and rocked the night away with Split Enz in Christchurch. I’m proud to be a boomer! And to share with Metropol readers how this relates to the Split Enz Show last night at the Forever Enz Tour at Wolfbrook Arena. My company for the night […]
Mums: Return to Work with Confidence and Ease
In tough economic times, women returning to work after having children face added stress, financial pressure and guilt, impacting relationships, health and wellbeing. Women’s Wellbeing Specialist Karyn Annan shares key considerations to help make the transition a positive experience. Modern mothers often juggle two full-time roles: paid work and primary caregiver. Many carry […]
Luxe looks: Estilo Boutique
From office style to elegant evening looks, this Lincoln fashion hub has you covered. Feeling great and expressing our personal style through what we wear should be easy and fun. We all have enough on the to-do list without the added pressure of sourcing outfits for special occasions, for busy workdays, or for […]
