Challenges and choices
How do health systems in countries similar to Aotearoa stack up? I have been doing a bit of close-up research recently on how health systems in countries whose standard of living could be compared to Aotearoa, are faring. The issues are uncannily familiar. Across the board, there are shortages of clinicians, nursing personnel, […]
Wāhine in sport
In early August, Ōtautahi Christchurch and Brown Bread hosted the Changing the Game – Wāhine in sport event. Metropol deputy editor Daniella Judge was one of those who attended. A diverse group of women from local sports communities participated in ‘Wāhine in sport’, an event aimed at driving positive change for sport […]
Why not wallpaper?: Alena Designs
Wallpaper isn’t just about covering walls, it’s about infusing life into spaces. Judy Pyne, at Alena Designs, can help direct your distinct style needs. She advises adding rich textured wallpapers, and bold fabric patterns, to give your spaces a fresh and distinct look. Judy also sells a range of New Zealand-made cushions for […]
Advertisement – Greening New Zealand: The Green Party
We’re your Green Party candidates who are ready to help Christchurch take a lead in tackling the challenges we face. With our stunning natural environment and evolving urban city and neighbourhoods, we are primed to be a city for the future. We can be climate ready, surrounded by healthy waterways and trees and […]
TheatreFest
Theatre New Zealand, supported by Christchurch City Council, presents eight of the best from Aotearoa’s community theatre groups at TheatreFest National ShowCase. The festival takes place 9 -10 September in the Christchurch Girls’ High School Auditorium. Community theatre teams have been vying for a place at ShowCase in keenly contested preliminary festivals across […]
2023 general election, get out and vote
A pivotal event for New Zealand is unfolding on the political horizon. Scheduled from 2 October (when voting papers are mailed out) to 14 October 2023 (Election Day), the 2023 General Election is your chance to have your say in who will govern for the next three years. During the election, eligible New […]
Go to it
Christchurch is full to the brim with exciting events and activities, and with the arrival of spring it’s time to wake up, get out there, and enjoy life. Here are some ideas from Metropol: HAGLEY PARK Full of gorgeous spring blooms, lush green grass, and plenty of walking tracks, the park is great […]
Enhancement of cultural understanding: Riccarton House & Bush
The Riccarton Bush Enhancement Project will encourage public interest use and participation and will promote the natural and cultural heritage values of the site. Pūtaringamotu / Riccarton Bush is a place of huge cultural and ecological significance both to Māori and Pakeha, and both locally and nationally. For Ngāi Tūāhuriri/Ngāi Tahu Pūtaringamotu was […]
Enjoying our capital city’s vibe
Attending the world-renowned World of WearableArt™ (WOW) Show is often the impetus for indulging in all that Wellington has to offer. The 33rd iteration of the show is set to be one of the biggest, boldest, and brightest yet, featuring a whopping 120 designers from 22 countries, and the opportunity to see more […]
Advertisement – New Opportunities: TOP
Our city deserves a much stronger voice in Wellington, and this election, I am standing in the Ilam electorate to be your representative – Raf Manji. Between 2013 – 2019, I served as a Christchurch City Councillor and was Chair of the Finance Committee. During my time, I led the Council’s finances and […]
