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 […]
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 […]
