Have a heritage wedding: Ferrymead Heritage Park
A special place creates special memories, and Christchurch has some of the best. Ferrymead Heritage Park is one of Christchurch’s long standing historical landmarks, home to an early 1900s township with beautifully restored buildings throughout the park. Hosting a variety of locations to hold your special day with Ferrymead Park, it includes a […]
Stunning views for memorable weddings: Zatori
A wee paradise in the South Island is Golden Bay. This spectacular part of the country is a stunning location for any special occasion. Boasting a beautiful natural environment and year-round good weather, it’s an ideal destination. If a wedding is on the cards, you can’t ask for a more stunning location than […]
Live caricaturing at your wedding: Blomfield Art
Add a splash of creativity and artistry to your wedding day with caricatures. With a passion for cartooning and years of experience, Darren Blomfield of Blomfield Art, is a 4th generation cartoonist, continuing the Blomfield legacy. During live caricaturing, Darren engages with each person, making them feel comfortable sharing more about themselves, their […]
Bridal accessories for her and him
On a couple’s wedding day, they want to look their best. Bridal accessories for him and her can elevate their outfits and add their personal aesthetics to a day they’ll remember forever. For the bride The wedding gown is the centrepiece, but bridal accessories can pull together the overall look. A floral crown […]
Experience is everything: Graham Jones Celebrant
One of the most reassuring words in the English language, or in any language for that matter, is the word “experience”- it represents something that has stood the test of time. When a couple decide to marry, alongside the date and venue, the most important thing to secure is their celebrant. An experienced […]
Editor’s perspective: Teething troubles
Any major new event is not without its share of teething problems, and that appears to be the case for the inaugural ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix held earlier in March on Lyttelton Harbour. As was to be expected, there were a few complaints from some residents, and some attendees, but isn’t […]
The Ten Tenors: Christchurch Town Hall, April 13
From the North to the South, the countryside to the beach, The Ten Tenors are on their way to it all. Embarking on a nationwide tour beginning 13 April in Christchurch, the tenors will also perform in Hamilton, Auckland, Wellington, Napier, Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Dunedin, Tauranga, and Invercargill. These vocal powerhouses have […]
Ōtautahi’s entrepreneurial Antony Gough
Christchurch businessman, property developer, and entrepreneur Antony Gough talks fashion, property development, and rebuilding, with Metropol editor Lynda Papesch. Antony Gough is equally well-known for his sartorial splendour as he is for his entrepreneurial business acumen. Considered one of Christchurch’s most influential businessmen, he’s earned his own unique place in the city’s rebuild […]
A life championing cheese
In mid-March, world-renowned cheese-master Juliet Harbutt visited Christchurch, supporting the Tearfund Sri Lanka Post-war Dairy Project. Metropol’s Céline Gibson caught up with her to find out more. Cheese is a passion for Kiwi Juliet Harbutt, and always will be. These days she uses her love and knowledge of cheese to help those less […]
Surviving school holidays
Rallying the children to go out and do something every day of the school holidays can be quite stressful, especially if you’re looking after several of them. Read on for some ideas about how to entertain at home. Put on a talent show Encourage them to create their own acts and perform in […]
