Generous grants for Canterbury: Christchurch Casinos Charitable Community Trust
This year, the Christchurch Casinos Charitable Community Trust (CCCCT) is giving away $451,000 to hundreds of Canterbury and West Coast community organisations. The Trust, which has given away more than $5.5million since 1994, brought recipients together for a night of celebration at the Majestic Church in June. This year, 335 organisations (some pictured) […]
A french extravaganza: Akaroa French Festival
Immerse yourself in a captivating celebration of all things French at the Akaroa French Festival this year, from the 6-8 October 2023. The festival, held biennially in Akaroa, pays homage to the unique beauty, culture, and heritage of the country’s sole French settlement. Prepare for a delightful extravaganza featuring vibrant markets, mesmerising […]
Destination Akaroa
Escape to Akaroa, an idyllic weekend getaway just a 90 minute drive from Christchurch. To plan an unforgettable trip, consider the following: The date Check online for any live music, events, or festivals happening during your chosen weekend to make the most of your visit. Accommodation With a wide variety of options available, […]
Editor’s note: City mojo
The news is out. Christchurch is (arguably) the best city in New Zealand to live, work, and to play in, and visit. All sorts of people call the city home, and among them is television and radio presenter Jack Tame. Earlier this month he took to the airwaves, on NewstalkZB to tell the […]
Shower them in flowers: Victoria Florists
Life moves fast, and sometimes the loved ones we plan to spoil for a birthday, anniversary, or in a moment of spontaneity, are forgotten. The team at Victoria Florists know it all too well: rushed trips on forgotten occasions for last minute bouquets. To aid our busy lives, they have launched two flower […]
How to: School Holidays
Heading into the school holidays, it’s time to refresh that list of activities up your sleeve for when you need them most. Nothing is worse than trying to entertain excitable, energy-filled littlest loves at home. Metropol has you covered with these suggestions. To educate and excite, get out and about to one of […]
Get kids cookin’: International Culinary Studio
As busy parents, we don’t always look upon July school holidays with unalloyed delight. With outdoor options often ruled out, it would be wonderful to balance the inevitable screentime with something super fun, skill building, and educational. Fitting the bill entirely is the bespoke children’s holiday course at the International Culinary Studio. Director […]
Hop on a tram: Christchurch Attractions
Grab an all-day pass and explore Christchurch’s central city on board the Christchurch Tram’s restored vintage tramcars. With 18 stops to hop on and off at along with live commentary from your driver, it’s the perfect way to see the evolving city centre – plus children travel free with a paying adult. The […]
Dino devotion: Jurassic Adventure
Christchurch’s dinosaur-themed park is a fan favourite. Jurassic Adventure’s animatronic dinosaurs and all-accessible attractions have won the hearts of many Cantabrians, and here’s what they have to say. Tash Kees says, “This maze has been built for everyone and people with disabilities like Aiden can also enjoy it too. They support Hapai Access […]
New Hanmer track
If Hanmer Springs is your holiday destination, check out a new Conical Hill walking track. The Te Tihi o Rauhea/Conical Hill Loop Trail is around 6kms long, taking between 90 -120 minutes to walk. The trail can be accessed from several points and the signs (such as the one pictured) can be followed […]
