Editor’s Note: beware the scammers
Digital technology is everywhere, as is social media, and with them the exponentially increasing threat of cybercrime. I’m talking about scams, phishing, identity and financial information theft, plus a raft of clever ways for fraudsters to part people from their money. Ultimately it is all about the money; the scammers taking your money. […]
Playing a round
Canterbury is home to an amazing number of golf clubs and courses, so playing regularly or casually is never a problem. The game’s popularity continues to rise, with club membership nationally up to 142,880 registrations in 2024. During the past few years, a raft of initiatives have been launched and administered by Golf […]
A better world for women
“Imagine if everyone did something for someone else, what an amazing world we would live in.” Phillippa Jacobs-Lory, director of Zonta International, wonders ahead of International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8 March. Phillippa attended her first Zonta meeting in March 2007, unaware of the organisation’s meaning, and the monumental impact it would soon […]
A sculptural experience: Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden
Looking for something inspiring, uplifting, and relaxing? Put Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden’s Annual Autumn Exhibition on your calendar. Held during the first three weekends of March, the exhibition draws a range of people. From art lovers and avid collectors to seasoned gardeners and dog walkers, from botanists and ecologists interested in native regeneration, […]
Break out the bowls
Christchurch will come alive with lawn bowlers from 20-27 February when competitors contest the Summerset Bowls New Zealand Fours and Mixed Pairs on 17 local greens. Head along, see what it’s all about, and you may be tempted to give it a go and to join a local club. The headquarters for the […]
Sounds of tradition: Breaking Plates The Musical
Europe is full of amazing traditions representing both countries and cultures, from dancing the flamenco in Spain to breaking plates in Greece. To experience a taste of the latter, Breaking Plates The Musical is a must-see. After a sell-out first season, and in preparation for its overseas debut, Breaking Plates is back, and […]
Who runs the world?
A significant date for women worldwide, International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8 March, is fast approaching. Rally your women friends to celebrate their successes. Here are four not-to-miss IWD events. International Women’s Day Garden Party Sit back and relax with a glass of bubbly, surrounded by like-minded women at the IWD Garden Party, […]
Lock up your gold: Commonwealth Vault
Unlike the late Queen Elizabeth II, most of us won’t ever have to referee in-family squabbles about who gets to wear which tiara at their wedding. We aren’t able to keep our jewellery secure in a state-of-the-art vault in our vast maze of cellars under our palace either. However, personal jewellery pieces made […]
Editor’s Note: The power of positivity
This issue marks another exciting advancement for Metropol, adding the new Essence North Canterbury section. This addition, and that of the alternating Essence South Canterbury section make Metropol truly the leading lifestyle magazine in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region. Change is positive. When met with pragmatism, it allows more flexibility and adaptation. […]
Editor’s Note: The essence of Metropol
We’re excited to announce that Metropol, the leading lifestyle magazine in Christchurch and Canterbury, is merging with Essence, the top lifestyle magazine for North and South Canterbury. By bringing together two strong brands, we’re creating something even better—greater reach, stronger connections, and more value for both our readers and advertisers. At Metropol, we […]
