A Crowe flying high
Veteran Christchurch rally driver Trevor Crowe is a motorsport legend. Metropol catches up with him about the recent launch of his book, As The Crowe Flies. For many, Trevor Crowe (pictured) is best known for his motor-racing exploits, yet he is a competitor in every sense, far beyond the race track. From running […]
An unlikely friendship
In the small South Canterbury town of Timaru, two unlikely friends met under sombre circumstances at the funeral of a close mutual friend. Today that friendship is also a thriving business liaison. Read on… Angus “Gus” Leen, a young entrepreneur and industrial designer, and Deborah Still, an interior designer and business owner of […]
Show your love
Tuesday 14 February marks St Valentine’s Day, which for many is a chance to show their significant other, or their secret muse, just how much they care. From classic offerings such as red roses and chocolates, to an intimate dinner for two, there is no end to how you can celebrate. Here are […]
It’s a crime: Against her will by Robyn Sultan
Christchurch City is the setting for local author Robyn Sultan’s first crime novel. Readers will be transported through the streets of Opawa, Woolston, Cashmere and Merivale, as she cleverly uses the Garden City as the backdrop to her storyline. Robyn explains: “The heroine, Jamie, embarks on a horrifying experience, when she and her […]
Enhance your face: Anstice
Face A Face and ProDesign eyewear need no introduction to their admirers E ach Face A Face model is a unique piece of art designed in Paris, drawing inspiration from modern art, architecture, and contemporary design. ProDesign has a Scandinavian approach with a focus on simplicity, functionality, celebrating vivid colours — every model […]
Hanging at the hive: Springbank Honey
Aotearoa has a love affair with honey, and rightfully so – our native honey is some of the best in the world The Māori people have long understood the healing power and have used it for many years as an anti-inflammatory agent. Most Kiwis also love a good coffee – so why not […]
Weekend escape
North Canterbury harbours an abundance of things to do, and when there are so many options, it’s worth making a weekend of it. Here are some suggestions for your getaway: SEE The Waipara Valley is known for its quality wineries and sensational scenery. See it from the air on a helicopter winery tour, […]
Editor’s Perspective: Roll on 2023
For some of us the festive holiday season is a distant memory as we kick back into work and wonder what the year will bring. We’re still waiting for that dry, hot summer that was forecast, days at the beach cooling off, and making the most of the outdoors. Don’t worry, summer is […]
A little kindness: Editor’s Perpective
A little kindness If there was ever a time to show a little kindness, it is now during the festive season. My dad always told me to put myself in “their” shoes, meaning that when we see or hear others, we do not actually know what is going on in their lives, or […]
See in the new year
For many of us, ringing in the New Year means gathering and celebrating. HIT THE STREETS TO PARTY Slip into your sparkliest dress, sprinkle yourself with glitter, and hit the town. On Oxford Terrace and down St Asaph Street, a variety of venues will be putting on NYE bashes, so you can sing […]
