Bright Future: Q&A with Nicky Wagner
We caught up with National’s spokesperson for Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner to discuss the issues facing the greater community and the bright future ahead of us. What are the biggest issues affecting Christchurch at this time? There are always a multitude of issues to address in a city like […]
Queen of Musical Theatre: Q&A with Elaine Paige
Elaine Paige, the queen of musical theatre, is heading to our southern city with a show at Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal on Monday 21 January. The English singer and actress has built a stellar career, with some laudable performances, including the role of Eva Perón in the first production of […]
Canterbury’s Golden Girl: Q&A with Sophie Pascoe
Sophie Pascoe has taken adversity and turned it to gold. We catch up with the inspiring Canterbury medallist about finding your ‘why’ and making history. You received an MBE when you were just 15 and continue to kick goals. How does it feel to be part of the history books […]
Jody Direen Our Country Queen
Shania Twain might have been her idol, but it was all down to her grandmother that New Zealand’s reigning Queen of Country, Jody Direen, is where she is today. “Grandma was very musical. She’d bring her guitar whenever she came to visit; I’d try to wrap my hands around it […]
On a roll: Q&A with Fleur Caulton
The founders of Queenstown’s Rata and four Madam Woo restaurants, Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton have been on a roll, hospitality speaking, with the shared vision and love of food that has seen both dining options become such a success. Now they’re heading new Asian fusion restaurant Hawker & Roll, […]
A funny favourite: Q&A with Jeremy Corbett + Win with Metropol
New Zealand funny man Jeremy Corbett is coming to the city with his 7 Days Live show at the Horncastle Arena on December 11. We caught up with the man himself ahead of his visit. What is your favourite part about your line of work? Your least favourite? Why? […]
Jacinda Ardern’s milestone year: Q&A with Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has just celebrated one year in the country’s top role, so Metropol caught up with her about rolling with the punches, the Christchurch rebuild and the joy of motherhood. What has your first year in office taught you? Patience and gratitude. Everything takes longer than you’d like […]
Ben Lewis inherits a passion: Q&A with Ben Lewis
One of New Zealand’s leading interior design names, Ben Lewis plies his furniture and design trade here and around the globe. He and brother Hamish have stores in Christchurch, Queenstown and Auckland. We caught up with Ben to chat about design and inspiration. Why do you think you pursued the […]
Fab Five: Married at First Sight
This season’s much talked about reality show Married at First Sight had a big Canterbury flavour to it. Metropol catches up with the city’s contestants. Don’t miss the tell-all Married at First Sight reunion episode, screening Sunday October 28 at 7pm on Three. Questions asked: Describe your experience on Married […]
the Queen of the underground: Q&A with Margi Robertson
Metropol catches up with NOM*d founder and one of New Zealand’s top fashion designers Margi Robertson. You’ve recently been to Paris, what was the highlight of Fashion Week for you? It was wonderful as always to see the Rick Owens presentation. He has shown at the Palais de Tokyo for […]
