On deck

Spending time dining, reclining or socialising on the decking of your home or bach is synonymous with summer. An almost non-negotiable when it comes to al fresco living (and entertaining), a dreamy deck set up – when done right – can not only transcend daytime and night, but season, too.     […]

Delicious duo: One Ninety Nine

Only one hour from Christchurch, one ninety nine is a café and espresso bar that’s tucked into an alleyway at 199 Burnett Street, Ashburton.     “We’ve been told there’s a definite Wellington and Wanaka vibe going on here, so that speaks volumes,” says owners Gareth and Jamie Cadogan. Gareth and wife […]

Summer in a can: Melton Estate

The magic of a New Zealand summer has been canned thanks to local winery Melton Estate. Because this year, its latest harvest of Summer Love Sparkling Riesling can also be found in handy 330ml cans.     In a year where summer tastes even better, this popular light pink spritzy drop has […]

No ordinary café: Good Street Deli

Artistic sweet pastries and (almost) too good looking to eat handcrafted chocolates sit alongside an exceptional menu and cabinet food offerings at Good Street Deli.     Tucked inside the Opus Building on Moorhouse Avenue, new owners have reinvigorated the eatery – offering a creative high tea and have just introduced a […]

Managing bowel cancer risk: The Hernia Clinic

New Zealand has one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world affecting one in eighteen Kiwis every year. Gastrointestinal surgeon, Mr Ross Roberts of The Endoscopy Clinic in Christchurch says the risk can be reduced. Metropol spoke to Ross Roberts to find out more about reducing the risk of […]

Think fast: Bradley Wood Dentists

Aptly named Fastbraces, the trending teeth correctors promise to make braces a fast paced process. Metropol caught up with Dr Anthony Wood of Bradley Wood Dentist in Merivale to answer some common questions about the innovative approach.     WHY OPT FOR FASTBRACES? “They will get your teeth straight in a shorter […]

Four tools for sorting your finances in 2021

Save more than time with automated money management tools to help you keep on top of your spending and investments. These won’t replace the advice of experts, but can act as helpful tools to level up your finances this year.     MONEY LOVER Easily track your incomings and outgoings with a […]

All about you: Elyse Campbell

Elyse Campbell is not your typical Real Estate Agent! Elyse understands that in essence – it’s all about, you.     “I’m here to provide you a service and get you top dollar. End of story. The fact that we have fun along the way – that I know my selling process […]

Instrumental to the community: Rockshop

Rock may be in the name of this recognisable, 100 percent Kiwi owned company, but the Rockshop is far more than one genre of music. And alongside classical maestros, KBB Music, selling and renting musical instruments might be a main act – but the brand is committed to helping the musical community, […]

Steel-ing the show: Emma Steel Photography

Emma Steel’s intrinsic artistic abilities shine through in her work, which spans captivating fine art portraits, commercial photography and fun, creative pet snaps.     An accredited and Master of Photography of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, she’s caught winning shots high (in a plane with the NZ Flying Doctors) […]