The power of walking
It’s not exercise. Walking is a physiological necessity like breathing, says foot and gait specialist Courtney Conley, author of Walk: Your Life Depends On It. Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen talks the walk. “You’re probably not going to like me saying this, but I don’t view walking as exercise. Yes, on paper, it’s […]
Spring at the top of the south
Eight pages of all the top spots and events happening at the top of the South Island over spring, from Nelson to Blenheim, Kaikōura, Marlborough and the Sounds… The top of the South Island never fails to pull out all the stops as a prime destination, and in spring, the action steps up […]
Building boom
Ten of the city’s newest greenfield residential subdivisions. 1. Harakeke Halswell A 16 hectare development delivering 252 homes across five stages. Located between Halswell, Aidanfield, Addington and Cashmere, with Halswell Quarry and the Halswell commercial area nearby, developer Fletcher Living describes it as a 21-hectare “thoughtfully masterplanned” community in Halswell. The first off-plan […]
Why we need a fashion festival
Three reasons why Christchurch is the perfect host for a fashion festival. The Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival (CSFF) is a sartorial showcase, bringing stylish New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) events with South Island flavour. In a three-year partnership between sustainable economic development agency ChristchurchNZ and NZFW, it builds on last year’s landmark debut […]
Place to celebrate: The Redwood Hotel
Looking ahead to booking somewhere for an end-of-year gathering? Get in quick. If you have been tasked with planning an end-of-year celebration, the Christchurch Function Centre at The Redwood Hotel should be your top pick. Led by manager PJ Prasad Pilla, his dedicated events team will handle everything – from your first enquiry […]
Meet the people behind your next purchase: Pier Law
Is buying a house on your radar? Make sure you have the experts in your corner. Property is a big part of the work done by the team at Pier Law. With offices in Northwood, Kaiapoi and New Brighton, this busy conveyancing practice helps people buy and sell homes across Canterbury every day, […]
Destination Kaikōura
The excitement of Marlborough Anniversary Weekend from 31 October to 2 November is your calling for three days of fun, fresh air and delicious food in Kaikōura. DAY 1: Start your weekend off with the right energy and see Kaikōura as you have never experienced before on a 3.5 hour EcoZip adventure. A […]
Love it and list it: Sparkle Stay
Tired of managing your holiday rental? Hand it over to the professionals and let them deal with absolutely everything from checking guests in to buying extra soap. Managing a short-term rental can be rewarding, but for busy owners (or those living outside Christchurch) the day-to-day demands can quickly become overwhelming. From Airbnb designing, […]
Could Holly Lea be your next home?
A collection of 22 new apartments marks another milestone at this adored Fendalton village. The Heathfield Apartments were recently opened at Holly Lea; the 22 new homes become the latest development in the village’s rich history. Elegant and celebratory with a live harpist adding a special touch, the opening event was attended by […]
Beyond the injectable Your cosmetic questions answered: Transform Clinic
Leading appearance medicine nurse with years of specialised experience, Katie McIndoe has built a reputation for excellence in advanced non-surgical aesthetics and is in constant demand. Katie sits down with Metropol to talk about the evolution of injectables and how treating a client looks different for everyone. Katie, how do injectables now compare […]
