Showing up with Tracy Ahern
Everyone loves a show, and Tracy Ahern is no exception. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch caught up with her ahead of The New Zealand Agricultural Show, for which she is general manager. Tracy Ahern loves animals and shows, and it is just as well. Tracy spends her mornings, afternoons, and sometimes weekends, planning around […]
Magazine maestro Trevor Laplanche
Businessman, entrepreneur, and latterly a keen retiree, Trevor Laplanche is also the founder of Metropol magazine. Editor Lynda Papesch caught up with him, amid the magazine’s 25th anniversary celebrations. Once upon a time, Trevor Laplanche’s days were filled with selling, printing, and business. Now family and friends, travel, golf, boating, cars, art, and […]
A theatrical Swiss Army Knife, Sarah Buchanan
Sarah Buchanan, current president of Showbiz, is a pillar of the musical theatre scene in Christchurch. deputy editor Daniella Judge chats to her about her exciting dual careers and the places her talents have jetted her off to. Sarah started her journey in musical theatre growing up in Invercargill. From the age of […]
Fairways to good health with Sir Bob Charles
Many Cantabrians will have heard of golfing legend Sir Bob Charles. Metropol writer Neville Idour looks back at how this iconic sportsman stayed fit and healthy during his career. Arguably one of New Zealand’s greatest sportsmen, and certainly its best golfer, Sir Bob Charles firmly believes his healthy lifestyle has stood him in […]
Fab foodie Tina Duncan
A lifetime love affair with food for renowned Canterbury cook, caterer, and tutor, Tina Duncan, came together with the launch of her self-published book, Plated, earlier this month. One of New Zealand’s culinary gems, she talks to Metropol. Tina Duncan has always had a deep love for cooking for others, around the kitchen […]
Against all odds – Simon Challies
Amongst the names of those recognised in the King’s Birthday and Coronation Honours List of 2023 was local businessman and entrepreneur Simon Challies. Metropol writer Céline Gibson explains why. Simon Challies says it felt extraordinary and meaningful to receive the New Zealand Order of Merit (for services to people with neurological conditions) because […]
Flying high with Paul Francis
Self-confessed “birdaholic”, Cantabrian Paul Francis tells Metropol why he’s dedicated to photographing the country’s feathered friends. “Hi, my name is Paul and I’m a birdaholic. I’ve always wanted to say that,” he laughs. Paul explains that many people think bird photography is an addiction, and in some ways it is. “You’re constantly itching […]
Misson possible with Emma Lewisham
Back from London Fashion Week, and launching an innovative new product, Kiwi skincare queen Emma Lewisham continues her mission to become the global benchmark in beauty products. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch looks back on her journey. Many women will be familiar with the beautiful purple and pink glass jars and bottles housing Emma […]
Storytelling with Jason Gunn
Everyone has a story to tell, and there are plenty of stages on which television personality and communications coach Jason Gunn can bring life to them. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch explains. W hen Jason Gunn describes himself, the word storyteller rings out loudly across the airwaves. He’s many things – actor, broadcaster, communication […]
Window of opportunity with Rebecca Stewart
Rebecca Stewart acquired her first piece of jewellery from Youngs Jewellers, the same store where she was offered a part-time job after staring in awe at their window display. Now, that same shop is hers. Metropol writer Nina Tucker caught up with Rebecca about business, motherhood and jewels. Standing before a gorgeous jewellery […]
