Warm winter tones: Haar Design
What’s on trend for winter hair? The team at one of Christchurch’s top salons reveal their predictions. Warm tones and statement hair lengths are set to take the season by storm, as seen on the salon floor and across international fashion weeks at large. Creamy golden blondes, rich chocolates and cocooning copper colours […]
Halswell’s reimagined gathering place: The Halswell
Spotting the huge untapped potential of a fading pub favourite means Halswell has a new luxury local. For years, a historic and familiar landmark on the corners of Halswell and Nicholls Roads had grown tired and in desperate need of love. It sparked an idea in Christchurch businessman Max Bremner’s mind. As Christchurch’s […]
Dining delights: Gatehouse Café
Step into a space where comfort meets charm, away from the hustle of the busy city. At Gatehouse Café, you’ll find cosy indoor seating bathed in natural light, along with a sunny outdoor deck nestled among mature trees. It’s the perfect spot to relax and unwind away from the city rush. “Our guests […]
Editor’s note: Mānawatia a Matariki
Packed with love and the latest every fortnight, each issue of Metropol is a timely reminder of the importance in reflection and celebration. Matariki, the Māori New Year, reminds us of the same. Without forgetting where we have been and acknowledging those who guided us, the appearance of the nine star cluster prompts […]
Your personalised holiday holy grail: Discover Travel
“We’ve seen it all, and so can you,” – the team behind this boutique travel agency have explored every destination worth visiting to become experts in sending you to your dream destination. Discover Travel is more than just a travel agency – this team of six is dedicated to their community of discerning […]
Tiki Taane: Digital gods, deep roots, and a South Island homecoming
Since going solo from Salmonella Dub, he’s helped Rihanna get a Polynesian tattoo, gifted pounamu to The Prodigy, and released a music documentary that’s won more than 40 international awards. Now he’s coming home with his latest project, Mai Te Uira. By Tamara Pitelen. Local-boy-done-very-good Tiki Taane is bringing home his latest work […]
Winter wellness starts with sleep
Sleeping on it is the overlooked key to achieving exercise goals. As the colder months settle in across Aotearoa, ExerciseNZ is encouraging Kiwis to take stock of their winter wellness – with a special focus on a crucial yet often overlooked pillar of health: sleep. Just three consecutive nights of restricted sleep (about […]
Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger: Te Kaha countdown
A big highlight for me over the last month was the ‘one year to go’ milestone until One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha opens its doors to the public in April 2026. It was great to host so many local media to mark the milestone, and the vibe was extremely positive and […]
Canterbury’s gender pay gap
How does Canterbury compare to the rest of New Zealand regarding pay parity for women? Recent controversy around the government’s proposed changes to the Equal Pay Act has put a spotlight on a distinct lack of progress in achieving gender pay parity across New Zealand. Expressed as a percentage, the gender pay gap […]
Wired for success: Barclay Electrical
When it comes to electrics, it pays to get it done right. Finding the right electrician for the job can be a challenge, and it’s not something you want to get wrong. You want someone reliable for a reasonable price who is going to complete the job to the highest possible standard. Barclay […]
