Stay well this winter: Peter Townsend
As we spend another winter struggling to stay healthy, sometimes against significant odds, it is important we try to keep as much pressure off the health system as we can. Covid-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and all the usual winter ailments are conspiring against us. Seriously overloaded Primary care (GPs) and […]
A golden market: NZ Mortgages
Despite the country entering a recession, it is not all doom and gloom out there. On 1 June, Loan-to-Value Ratio (LVR)restrictions were eased, which combined with the price cap for the Kāinga Ora first home grant increasing to $775k for new builds and $575k for existing properties, meant the lower end of the […]
A lady of many talents Christine Hill
Like a fairy story is how Lady Christine Hill describes her life. In a rare interview, Lady Christine, the wife of Sir Michael Hill (jeweller) talks exclusively with Metropol writer Neville Idour about art, jewellery, and design. woman of many talents, Lady Christine Hill has for almost six decades been an integral part […]
Experience North Canterbury
Kaiapoi, Oxford, and Rangiora are an integral part of North Canterbury, satellite towns with thriving business communities and plenty to attract day trippers, weekend warriors, and holiday makers. Things to do in Oxford Tucked into the foothills of the Southern Alps, Oxford is known its great eateries, gift shops, art gallery, museum, and […]
A hub of activities: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
Ross Steele, Te Pae Christchurch general manager says, “We now have over a year of events hosted under our belt, yet we continue to grow and expand with the knowledge we’ve gained, and our team is also enthused with a passion for embracing new opportunities and ideas. Committed to manaakitanga, Te Pae understands […]
Rowing a winner for Gerry Dwyer
‘A Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to rowing.’ This short entry in the King’s Birthday and Coronation Honours list reflects Gerry Dwyer’s dedication to rowing. Metropol writer Cheryl Colley discovers why the sport has been his passion for so long. For more than 50 years Gerry Dwyer has […]
A timeless musical: ShowBiz Christchurch
Showbiz Christchurch is thrilled to present its highly anticipated production of My Fair Lady. Following the success of previous hits, Matilda The Musical and That Bloody Woman, this is the group’s most awaited production of 2023, running from 21 to 30 September. After the production was cancelled in 2020 due to Covid-19, Showbiz […]
Georgia Waddington, Miss New Zealand
Recently crowned Miss New Zealand, Georgia Waddington, talks to deputy editor Daniella Judge about her career, and what pageantry is really like in Aotearoa. When many people think of beauty pageants, their minds tend to think of the Americanised portrayals and stereotypes. Movies such as Miss Congeniality, and the broader controversies surrounding child […]
A place to educate: Riccarton Bush Enhancement Project
The Riccarton Bush Trust’s Enhancement Project will further protect and enhance Pūtaringamotu/ Riccarton Bush. As well as improving the ageing infrastructure a significant focus of the project is to provide better spaces to support and enable education, learning, and connection. Last year over 2000 pupils from Years 1 to 13 and tertiary students […]
Editor’s perspective: Dry July
As many Kiwis tackle Dry July, they may be vindicated in knowing that a new study ranks alcohol as the most harmful substance in New Zealand, ahead of several illegal drugs. The ‘demon’ drink topped the list after 23 drugs were scored against 17 criteria to assess their harm within both the general […]
