Destination Akaroa
Sunny days, holidays, or just for the fun of it, a trip to the seaside town of Akaroa is a favourite with Cantabrians, no matter the season. The quaint Gallic port of call is well known for its French roots, cuisine, marine and wildlife, and as a place to explore. The town’s French […]
Renowned filmmaker: Turning failure into success
Among the University of Canterbury honorary autumn graduates was internationally acclaimed filmmaker Dame Gaylene Preston. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch looks into the story behind the university’s new Doctor of Letters. Gaining a degree at age 77 adds another episode to Dame Gaylene’s successes, although it is not her final chapter. She’s already under […]
Designing with purpose: Jenny Joblin
Jenny Joblin, founder and creative director of urban streetwear label Federation, was 17 when she lost her mother to breast cancer. Today, it’s what drives her to support research funding through fashion, writes Metropol Editor Nina Tucker. “I have no words for the ramifications of losing our mum as teenagers,” Jenny says, her […]
Plan to make a splash in summer: NOVAspace
Cooling, refreshing days around your backyard swimming pool may seem a long way off given the current weather vagaries, yet with some forethought now, it can become a reality. Plan now and you could be splashing, swimming, and socialising around a gorgeous new pool in time for summer. Expert in designing, planning, and […]
A life of passion and purpose
Ali Harper is the embodiment of living life to the fullest, and she’s bringing Judy Garland back to life. Award-winning actress and singer, Ali Harper is preparing for her highly anticipated new show Judy’s Encore. Picture this: it’s 1967 and Judy Garland is back in Australia after her disastrous tour several years earlier. […]
Redefining indoor outdoor living: Johnson and Couzins
Imagine a home where nature isn’t confined to your backyard, instead a core part of your daily life. The design philosophy of biophilic architecture brings the wonder of the outdoors into your home, fostering a harmonious connection between human and nature. At the heart of this philosophy, Johnson and Couzins are reimagining how […]
Cheers: Legends Bar at Hornby Club
Where everyone knows your name and they’re always glad you came. Agood old-fashioned sports bar can be hard to find. You know the one. A place where sport is on the big screen day and night, where the pints are pulled fresh and aren’t overpriced and where everyone knows your name. It might […]
Currying flavour: Bolina Indian Sweets
Calling all lovers of traditional Indian fare… Indian cuisine can be found in every corner of the globe. Traditional Indian is renowned for its skilful use of exotic herbs and spices. Delicate and diverse flavours have been honed over a history spanning 5000 years; enriched over centuries by the fusion of various cultures […]
Gifts fabuleux: French Blue
A unique suburban boutique gift store and café that exudes style and atmosphere. Now in its 24th year, French Blue is a Christchurch icon of style that has continued to showcase carefully selected giftware from Europe and beyond. From exquisite tableware, linen, cushions, hand-milled soaps and candles, wool rugs and throws, ceramics, bags, […]
Firing up for winter
As winter moves inexorably closer, thoughts turn to warming up rooms, homes, and bodies, and it is hard to go past the ambience of a roaring fire. By Lynda Papesch. That said, not all fireplaces are created equal. The hardest decision may be which type of burner to opt for, or do you […]
