Harcourts

Classic Country Masterpiece: Harcourts

“It’s truly an honour to be entrusted with the sale of such a standout property.”, real estate specialist Cindy-Lee Sinclair of Harcourts is referring to the unique and magnificent property on West Coast Road, Yaldhust that she is currently marketing and which goes to auction on Wednesday 14 November.   “The 760 […]

Jacinda Ardern

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 […]

Melinda Collins

Editor’s Perspective: November 8th Issue

“I think the best role models for women are people who are fruitfully and confidently themselves, who bring light into the world,” —Meryl Streep     It’s been said that no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Beautiful in its simplicity, it points to the ripple effect that […]

yoogo Share

Sharing is Caring: Yoogo share

As the electric car movement heats up in New Zealand, a local start-up has chosen Christchurch as the first city in the country to launch its innovative, future-focused car sharing initiative. Cantabrians using Yoogo Share have already saved 50 tonnes of carbon, or the equivalent of more than 20,000 litres of petrol […]

Bodycore Gym

Old School Values: Bodycore Gym

Bodycore Gym is so much more than a fitness centre – it’s a community hub, where kindness and compassion are valued, and ordinary people aspire to reach their potential.     Combining a café and a supplement shop, the newly opened 24/7 gym on Battersea St in Sydenham provides an inspirational and […]

Via Sollertia

Crafting memories: Via Sollertia

Custom-creation jewellers, Via Sollertia of New Regent Street, can help take the pressure out of marriage proposals with a new bespoke ring making service, the Nu Proposal.     The family run boutique business takes pride on offering both bride and groom an experienced professional design and creation experience. Clients can visit […]

Dream Dresses

Dream Dresses

Subtle colours and versatile designs, which are playful yet romantic, will appeal to brides this wedding season.     Brides of Merivale owner Lisa Dermott says this season’s wedding dresses will again be subtle in colour with metallic golds, silver and platinum featuring. Brides are also opting for adaptable dresses with detachable […]

I do (still!): wedding vow renewal ceremony

For some married couples saying “I do” once is enough, but more and more people are choosing to celebrate their love with a wedding vow renewal ceremony.     Over the years the vow renewal ceremony has grown in popularity, with couples opting to cement their bond and recommit to their partner. […]

Marijke (Ma-Rye-Ka) Sheppard from Ray White Morris and Co Rangiora

Dream-Maker: Marijke Sheppad

Buying a lifestyle property can be the dream for a lot of Kiwis seeking the pleasure of rural living – but beware! There are pitfalls for the uninitiated and that’s where knowledge and experience of a trusted, helpful real estate agent can be your best asset.     Look no further than […]

Get amongst it: Events for North Canterbury

Warm weather means more events for North Canterbury. Here are a few to mark on your calendar.     For a fun family day out head along to the Kaiapoi North School Spring Fair taking place on Sunday November 4 from 10am to 2pm. There will be plenty of stalls, entertainment and […]