Destinations TOPICS | North Canterbury | Hanmer & Hurunui | Selwyn | Southern Lakes | In The City A golden escape Metropol Going north Jess Murray Coastal escape Metropol Location, location, location: Salt n Pepper Cafe Metropol Time for an upgrade! Red Post Cafe Metropol Staying active: Clear Ridge Apartments Metropol Music to our ears Metropol Summer in North Canterbury Metropol In the market: Ray White Metropol Hugo’s Hanmer holiday: Tait Gallery Metropol Hair-raising Hanmer Metropol Where to go south Metropol Holistic, healthy Hanmer Tracey Edwardes Estate of mind: Amuri Estate Metropol Bright & vibrant in Rangiora: The Station Metropol Crafters’ paradise: Mickey Raes Metropol Hidden hikes of Hanmer Morgan Tait Northern gems Morgan Tait Mountains of modernity: Hanmer Springs Scenic Views Motel Metropol Ohoka oasis: Oakhampton Lodge Metropol Kick it in Kaiapoi Metropol Walk of Art Jess Murray Luxurious alpine escape: Village Lake luxury apartments Metropol Gardens, gifts and café in one: Lushingtons Gardens, Gifts and Café Metropol A crafty business: Mickey Raes Metropol New venture adventure: Salt n Pepper Cafe Metropol Calling all sushi lovers: Nori Table Metropol Seeing the northern sights Metropol A place of passion: Tait Gallery Metropol Just the essentials: Kjole Style Metropol A decade after disaster Jess Murray Chasing Waterfalls Jess Murray There’s a time & place Jess Murray Luxury in Hanmer: Village Lake Apartments Metropol Make a day of it Metropol Destination… domestic! Jess Murray Dive into Ashburton! Jess Murray Exploring Queenstown Guest Columnist Winter adventure awaits: Destination Queenstown Metropol There is more to see! – Crowne Plaza Metropol snowtastic Metropol Time for a Queenstown staycay! – The Rees Metropol Head to Hanmer Jess Murray A hop, skip and jump away Metropol En Route: Route 72 Metropol Not slowing down: Thea’s Boutique Metropol Out of the ordinary: Cammell Projects Metropol Six standalone stunners: Alpine Projects Metropol Standout in the Remarkables: RNP Homes Metropol A Queenstown getaway: Highview Apartments Jess Murray Honeymoon Staycation Clementine Page Perfect Platters: Four Square Hanmer Springs Metropol Honeymoon in Hanmer: Clear Ridge Apartments Metropol New ‘normal’ for real estate: Ray White Metropol Getting your home noticed online: Mike Pero Metropol Takeaways & coffee sorted! – Pam’s Cafe and Gifts Metropol Check out the highs of Hanmer: Hanmer High Country Jeep Tours Metropol A top tipple! – Eagle Brewing Metropol Simple done beautifully Metropol Thai to tempt Metropol Sister store success Metropol All about Ashburton Metropol What’s happening in North Canterbury? Metropol Hangin’ round Hanmer Metropol Kickin’ round Kaiapoi Metropol Female entrepreneur event kicks off Metropol Ashburton: an all-rounder Metropol Exceptional in the South Metropol Get your running fix Metropol Head into the city Jess Murray What’s happening North Canterbury? Metropol What’s on in Kaiapoi? Metropol Arapawa’s Precious Pearls Metropol A lush garden retreat Metropol Popular new pickle product: Gordon’s Picklery Metropol Cuisine for Christmas: Pasta Vera Metropol Rural gem: Route 72 Metropol Coolest little wine festival Megan Gnad South Island Summer Escape Metropol Tuia 250 heads to Whakaraupō Metropol Back to the Streets Metropol Summer’s getting hot! Metropol Akaroa’s Top Eats Clementine Page Stamping a creative mark: Jennian Homes Wanaka Metropol Cinematic in the city Metropol Transitioning to a digital workplace: Ricoh Metropol Join the culture club Metropol Reasons to head to Hanmer Metropol Summer in North Canterbury Metropol Dr Sue Bagshaw Youth hub ramps up Metropol Quiz for a good cause Metropol Celebrating Oamaru’s colonial heyday Metropol Celebrating Taranaki’s vibrant heart Metropol The go-to for all things plumbing: GW Plumbing Metropol Shaking prompts garden festival Metropol Events Itinerary Metropol Pasifika play returns Metropol Diner-style burger bar: Boulder Burgers Metropol Riverside Farmers’ Market comes to life Cheryl Colley Ohoka’s big day out Metropol For the culinary connoisseur: Woodley’s Restaurant and Wine Bar Metropol Culverden’s culinary oasis: Red Post Cafe Metropol The heart of Hanmer: Clear Ridge Apartments Metropol Treasure trove of beauty: Dalethorpe House Metropol Hanmer’s shopping event: Hanmer Springs Fete Metropol Fashionable treasure trove: Fashionworks Metropol Hanmer’s home away from home: Village Lake Apartments Metropol Showcasing race fashions: Kjole Style Metropol Wardrobe staples for Cup Week: Country Lane Metropol What’s happening in North Canterbury? Metropol Champions of Canterbury business Metropol Creating effective workplaces: Braided Foundations Metropol Hot new spots Melinda Collins The Seller Buyer Connection Guest Columnist International learning expertise hits the city Guest Columnist Step into style: Style Footwear Metropol Hospitality sector hungry for visitors: Chamber of Commerce Guest Columnist Spring brunch delights: Red Eight Cafe Metropol Cafe and gifts combine: Pam’s Cafe and Gifts Metropol Time for a girl’s weekend!: MickeyRaes Metropol A versatile venue with catering: Jubilee Events Metropol A passion for real estate: Ray White Rangiora Metropol Locally owned & sustainable: United Fisheries Metropol A sensory experience: Kaiapoi Florist & Gifts Metropol Hottest happenings Nicholas Henare Bonjour! Welcome to Akaroa FrenchFest 2019 Metropol Where the best parties happen: Chipmunks Playland and Cafe Metropol Now is the time to get involved Guest Columnist Standing out from the crowd: Nick Rogers Builder Ltd Metropol The perfect pair: Kjole Style Metropol Where the action’s at: Ashburton Boulevard Day Metropol The champions of business Metropol Award-winning artist honours Doris Day Metropol Firm favourite for foodies: Original Foods Baking Co. Metropol Kia Kaha Returns Celine Gibson From stables to ski villas Metropol Make meetings interactive: Ricoh Metropol Beauty Awaits Metropol Wigram’s must-visit: Le Bakermen Cafe and Bakery Metropol The perfect place: Lushingtons Garden, Gifts and Cafe Metropol Happy Birthday Hilton! Nicholas Henare Decide, commit, succeed: Tabak Business Sales Metropol Creating a happier workplace: Braided Foundations Metropol Hottest Happenings Metropol Hanmer’s Hotspot Metropol Coffee with heart: Coffee Worx Metropol A World Away: Tuscany Downs Estate Metropol For art’s sake: Majuba Gallery Metropol City’s new boutique cinema Metropol Twilight in the Vines: CharRees Vineyard Metropol Bellissima!: Molto Bella Jess Murray The hottest event in winter Metropol Your new local!: Red Eight Cafe Metropol Eat, Shop, Enjoy Metropol The heart of Hanmer: Mickey Raes Metropol A special northern stop: Red Post Cafe Metropol 25 Years of Access: Accessman Metropol Top of the South Winter Escape Metropol Seek Spy, find why: Spy Valley Wines Metropol Winter’s Hottest Ashburton Events Metropol A burger bonanza: Boulder Burgers Metropol Luxe Hanmer Getaway: Village Lake Apartments Metropol Hospo Help: Alcohol Consulting Group Metropol Taste of Hanmer Luxury: Clear Ridge Metropol Distinctive slumbers Metropol An inspiring line-up Metropol To Market To Market Metropol Winter Escape Metropol Winter shoe style: Style Footwear Ashburton Metropol Yello Springfield!: Yello Shack Cafe Metropol Reasons to head portside Metropol Striking the environmental balance Metropol Hanmer’s culinary oasis: Salt N Pepper Metropol Legal firm’s rising stars: Papprills Lawyers Metropol Bond is Back! Nicholas Henare The art of timing: Tabak Business Sales Metropol Exceptional events: North Canterbury Metropol Culinary dream come true: Lemongrass Metropol Bread made the Kiwi way: Artisan Bakehouse Metropol Lakefront Luxury: YHA Lake Tekapo Ben Selby A Run With Heart Metropol An idyllic location: Methven Resort Metropol Plan your Perfect Party: Jubilee Events Metropol The Old Stone House Character and ambience: The Old Stone House Metropol The George Timeless Romance: The George Metropol Rossendale Beautiful Year-Round Weddings: Rossendale Metropol Melton Estate Home of Summer Love: Melton Estate Metropol Memory Wonderful Memories: Memorys Restaurant Metropol Musical Mayhem Metropol A Romantic Backdrop: Heritage Hanmer Springs Metropol Ray White Rangiora Empowering clients: Ray White Rangiora Metropol Framemakers Framed by Success: Framemakers Metropol Wigram Mix of old & new: Wigram Peter Walker Paragon Computers Handing over the reins: Paragon Computers Metropol Dog-gone it! Four Ave Festivities Nicholas Henare Recreation Hotspot Recreation Hotspot Jessica Shamy Lake Hood development Living the dream: Lake Hood Project Metropol Lushingtons Garden Gifts & Café An oasis of treats: Lushingtons Garden Gifts & Café Metropol North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival North Canterbury’s Hottest event Metropol Quilters Quarters Haberdashery Heaven: Quilters Quarters Metropol Uplifting entertainment Uplifting entertainment Metropol The Picklery Passionate about pickles: The Picklery Metropol Alcohol Consulting Group Hospo Help for Alcohol Licensing: Alcohol Consulting Group Metropol Symphony on the Lake Lakeside Luxury: Symphony on the Lake Metropol Hamner Springs Destination Recharge! Jenafor Rollins Get Inspired! Get Inspired! Metropol Akaroa Adventure Akaroa Adventure Metropol Ashburton’s Blooming Beauty Ashburton’s Blooming Beauty Jenafor Rollins Archibalds Motors A high-performance rebuild: Archibalds Motors Metropol Dot Smith Her home, her castle: Q&A with Dot Smith Celine Gibson Head North for Valentine’s Day Head North for Valentine’s Day Peter Walker Caroline’s Kombi tours Creating Memories: Caroline’s Kombi tours Metropol Wigram Brewing Co A beer-y good place: Wigram Brewing Co Metropol Loan Market The loan masters: Loan Market Metropol We Will Rock You We Will Rock You: In the City Nicholas Henare The Christchurch App The home of local news: The Christchurch App Metropol Coffee Worx Business Excellence Recognised Metropol Cust Hotel Have yourself a very clever Christmas! Done and Dusted Metropol Silly Season Celebrations Silly Season Celebrations Metropol Hanmer’s new lease on life Hanmer’s new lease on life Metropol Boulder Burger Hanmer’s 1950’s style diner: Boulder Burger Metropol Pasta Vera How to have a happy holiday: Pasta Vera Metropol Nick in the City Nick in the City Nicholas Henare Melbourne’s calling Urban therapy: Melbourne’s calling Liesl Johnstone Silly Season Celebrations Silly Season Celebrations Metropol Southern hospitality Southern hospitality on the map Metropol POHATU PENGUINS Explore Akaroa Metropol The Heart of the City The Heart of the City Metropol Fashionworks Make a splash! Fashionworks Metropol Salt n Pepper Culinary Oasis: Salt n Pepper Metropol The Butcher’s Mistress Quality Cuts: The Butcher’s Mistress Metropol North Canterbury Silly Season Spectacular: North Canterbury Metropol Wonderful Wigram Wonderful Wigram Metropol Nathan Miglani Mortgage Magic Makers: Nathan Miglani Metropol Bread & Circus The circus comes to town: In the city with Nick Nicholas Henare Fork in Fresh Tasty traditional treats: Fork in Fresh Metropol Skydiving Kiwis Take to the sky: Skydiving Kiwis Metropol Woodlands Village Motels & Apartments Heart of Dunedin: Woodlands Village Motels & Apartments Metropol Highview Apartments Views and more: Highview Apartments Metropol Panorama Motor Lodge Timaru’s top spot: Panorama Motor Lodge Metropol Presence on Harbour Presents with presence! Presence on Harbour Metropol Pioneer Pool & Building Perfect Pools: Pioneer Pool & Building Metropol Central Vision Optometry Seeing you right: Central Vision Optometry Metropol Höglund Art Glass Blown Away: Höglund Art Glass Metropol Baby Box Charitable Trust A head start in life: Baby Box Charitable Trust Keiran Bleach Lime Scooters Efficient Fun Option: Lime Scooters Guest Columnist CharRees Vineyard A tipple at twilight: CharRees Vineyard Metropol Lushingtons Garden A Lush Life: Lushingtons Garden Metropol Lemongrass A Taste of Thailand: Lemongrass Metropol Marijke (Ma-Rye-Ka) Sheppard from Ray White Morris and Co Rangiora Dream-Maker: Marijke Sheppad Metropol Get amongst it: Events for North Canterbury Metropol Kjole Fashionable flair in Hanmer: Kjole Metropol Village Lake Luxury Apartments Perfect in every way: Village Lake Luxury Apartments Metropol Richards Real Kitchen Dinner made easy: Richards Real Kitchen Metropol Artisan Bakehouse Loaves made with love: Artisan Bakehouse Metropol New Vibes New Vibes Nicholas Henare Lake Hood Unique aquatic playground: Lake Hood Metropol Methven Resort An idyllic location: Methven Resort Metropol Ocean Café Destination Ocean-side: Ocean Café Metropol Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof Christmas on the menu: Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof Metropol The Pedal Pusher Frolic Gastronomic: The Pedal Pusher Metropol Clark Estate A talent for a tipple: Clark Estate Metropol Darfield Gift Gallery A beautiful range: Darfield Gift Gallery Metropol Embracing our accessible city Embracing our accessible city Guest Columnist Wet Feet Dry Feet Travel One of a kind travel: Wet Feet Dry Feet Travel Metropol Geraldine Summer Fete It must be fete! Geraldine Summer Fete Metropol JDV Still partying: JDV Metropol Entertainment Company Making musical magic: the Entertainment Company Metropol Drifters Inn Hospitality & ambience: Drifters Inn Metropol Fashionworks An inspirational boutique: Fashionworks Metropol Garden Court Brasserie Embracing city’s favourite week: The Garden Court Brasserie Metropol Emma Chisholm Forging a tourism career: Emma Chisholm Keiran Bleach String to her bow String to her bow: Cathy Irons Keiran Bleach Village Lake Apartments The ultimate in luxury: Village Lake Apartments (Enter to win two nights accommodation) Metropol Hulbert House Sumptuous Southern Spot: Hulbert House Nicholas Henare Purple Weka Classic Kiwi-style spot: Purple Weka Café and Bar Metropol Quilters Quarters Sew perfect! – Quilters Quarters Metropol Full Swing into Spring Full Swing into Spring: North Canterbury’s spring social calendar Tracey Edwardes Lifestyles Hanmer’s Fashion Haven: Lifestyles Metropol Boulder Point Precinct A beautiful range: Boulder Point Metropol Paragon Computers The paragon of technology: Paragon Computers Metropol ‘Fush’ & Chips: FUSH Metropol Part of a legacy Part of a legacy: Refurbished Town Hall Nicholas Henare Talk of the Town Talk of the town: Entertainment Central Metropol Jordan Luck A lucky line-up: New Year’s Eve party in North Hagley Park Metropol The Birdwood Italian-style Heaven: The Birdwood Metropol A Rolling Stone Head back to the City: A Rolling Stone Metropol Paul Reed Homes The battle to build In Queenstown, Wanaka, Tekapo and Twizel: Paul Reed Homes Metropol Alexandra Blossom Festival Marking winter’s end: Alexandra Blossom Festival Metropol Power of poetry Power of poetry: At the Drop of a Hat Keiran Bleach The Grape Debate image The Grape Debate: There’s a battle brewing within the Central Otago wine industry Keiran Bleach Ashburton Events All things entertaining: All things entertaining in Ashburton. Tracey Edwardes Promenade in Pink! Promenade in Pink! 2018 Breast Cancer Foundation NZ Pink Star Walk Celine Gibson The Birdwood A Dramatic Transformation: The Birdwood Metropol Riverside Market Riverside Eats: Riverside Market Paige Baxter A tipple of truffle A tipple of truffle: The whopping 1.37kg black Périgord truffle Metropol Milieu Addington’s local: Milieu Metropol Oxford Observatory Star light star bright: Oxford Observatory Metropol To market to market To market to market: Markets around you Metropol Red Post Café Hurunui Pleasures: Red Post Café Metropol Made in the Shade Beckenham’s fashion central: Made in the Shade Metropol Crate Escape Out of the box Attractions: Crate Escape Metropol Celebrating women’s suffrage Celebrating women’s suffrage: 125th anniversary of women’s suffrage in New Zealand Metropol Pasta Vera Pasta passion: Pasta Vera Metropol Columbus Coffee Riccarton. A divine blend: Columbus Coffee Riccarton Metropol Ferguson Builders A standout build: Ferguson Builders Tracey Edwardes NZ Frameless Glass Sleek Glass Solutions: NZ Frameless Glass Metropol Golden Gate Lodge A Southern Lodging: Golden Gate Lodge Metropol Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust Southern though leaders: Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust Keiran Bleach Audi quattro Winter Games New Zealand Cream of winter’s Crop: Audi quattro Winter Games New Zealand Keiran Bleach Events & escapades Events & escapades Metropol Body ‘n’ Beauty Worx All your beauty needs: Body ‘n’ Beauty Worx Metropol Auberge Plant-based perfection: Auberge Metropol Addington Pantry Online Catering Deliciously Simple Catering: Addington Pantry Online Catering Metropol Urban Revival Revive Yourself: Urban Revival Metropol Isaac Theatre Royal Unforgettable Experience: Isaac Theatre Royal Metropol Methven Resort Hotel An idyllic location: Methven Resort Hotel Metropol Clear Ridge A taste of luxury: Clear Ridge Metropol Rossendale Vineyard Endless possibilities: Rossendale Vineyard Metropol Distinction Christchurch Elegantly Distinct: Distinction Christchurch Metropol Chateau Pritchard A glorious haven: Chateau Pritchard Metropol Hinton’s Vineyard First impressions count: Hinton’s Vineyard and Function Venue Metropol Drifters Inn Hospitality and ambience: Drifters Inn Metropol The Court Theatre Stage Set for Theatre’s return: The Court Theatre Metropol Byrce Gallery A Tranquil Trio: Bryce Gallery Metropol Fair's Fair Fair’s Fair: Markets and fairs Metropol FESTA Celebrating Urban Creativity: FESTA Metropol Hanmer Springs Something for Everyone: Hanmer Springs Guest Columnist Little River Gallery The anatomy of melancholy: Little River Gallery Metropol Artistic Attraction North Canterbury’s Artistic attraction Liesl Johnstone Northern Neighbourhood Events Northern Neighbourhood Events Metropol Explore Christchurch campaign Explore the City’s Heart: Explore Christchurch campaign Metropol CBD A CULINARY HOTSPOT CBD a Culinary Hotspot: The CBD is emerging as a space that packs a culinary punch Guest Columnist iFLY New attraction gets off the ground: iFLY Metropol UPVC Windows and Doors Exceptional Efficiency: UPVC Windows and Doors Metropol The Viking Ball Going Viking! – The Viking Ball Keiran Bleach Clicquot in the Snow Winter’s Must-Attend: Clicquot in the Snow Nicholas Henare Louis Who A fashionable favourite: Louis Who Metropol Ashburton Ashburton Activities: Ashburton, the jewel in the Cantabrian crown Metropol Southern lakes Arrowtown’s Cultural Gems: Southern lakes Keiran Bleach Regenerate Christchurch Thinking inside the square: Regenerate Christchurch Metropol Hanmer Springs Great Winter Escape: Hanmer Springs Metropol Framemakers Frame me fabulous! – Framemakers Metropol Route 72 Café Bar Emporium Foodies’ Culinary route: Route 72 Café Bar Emporium Metropol Lyttelton’s ‘Re-berth’ Lyttelton’s ‘Re-berth’ Metropol The Crossing Crossing Over in the city: Exciting new spaces continue to open up in the heart of the city Melinda Collins Rekindle A creative new home: Adding an innovative touch to the central city Metropol Mirror Mirror Boutique Step into Hanmer: Mirror Mirror Boutique is a welcoming shoe destination Metropol The Racecourse Hotel & Motor lodge A grand establishment: The Racecourse Hotel & Motor lodge Metropol Ngāi Tahu Property Tower Junction ticks the boxes: Ngāi Tahu Property celebrates the completion of a year long project to upgrade and improve the Addington shopping destination Metropol Art Couture NZ Crazy, creative couture: Art Couture NZ is set to bring back last year’s wildly successful wearable art show to a new Lincoln location Metropol Southern Institute of Technology Southern study success: Southern Institute of Technology (SIT)’s Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management has set up Shovik Saha for a great career Metropol Fleck Construction A family friendly space: Fleck Construction and Jeremy Kingan Architects team up to build an excellent family home Metropol Condon Scott Architecture Lofty heights of success: Kelvin Heights stunner thanks to Condon Scott Architects and Trevor Ward Builders Metropol Samantha Rose Flowers Blooming beautiful: budding Ashburton florist Samantha Rose Flowers celebrates her first year with a hundred roses Metropol TAD A TAD classy: Pegasus and Papanui boast upmarket duo of boutique fashion destinations Metropol Ballantynes Homewares homecoming: Ballantynes welcomes back their beautiful homewares departments Metropol Purple Weka Cafe Kiwi as: funky little haven of good old fashioned Kiwi hospitality at the Purple Weka Cafe Metropol Sheppard and Rout Architects Exceptional spaces: Sheppard and Rout’s award nominated fit-out of ChristchurchNZ’s offices in the BNZ Centre Cheryl Colley Apollo Projects Mandeville Village Mandeville’s new heart: Apollo Projects and Ratua Holdings delivers new excellent facility for local businesses Allison O'Neill Industria Rolleston’s funky new space: Industria branches out Metropol the Famous Grouse Hotel The perfect way to start your day: Lincoln’s The Famous Grouse Hotel Metropol Marc-Antoine Barrois A worldly fragrance: WORLD introduces exclusive fragrances by Marc-Antoine Barrois Metropol Style Footwear Ashburton’s heart & ‘sole’: Style Footwear Metropol Distinctive slumbers Distinctive slumbers: thinking outside the box of a traditional hotel room Melinda Collins Real Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival Winter’s southern show-down: The Real Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival Metropol Southern Lakes Events Guide Events guide: Southern Lakes Metropol Eichardt’s II Queenstown’s exciting new addition: Wyatt+Gray Architects project Eichardt’s II Metropol Brownie Construction Townhouses to tempt: Queenstown’s Coronet Grove is set to be a pleasing addition to Brownie Construction’s portfolio of work Metropol Trenzseater The distinction’s in the detail: Queenstown’s new design destination Trenzseater Metropol UPVC Windows and Doors Powerful protection: UPVC Windows and Doors are keeping homes throughout Central Otago and the Southern Lakes safe from the extremes of climate Metropol Unichem Cashel Pharmacy Action in the city’s heart: Unichem Cashel Pharmacy is providing a fantastic range of services right in the centre of the CBD Metropol Two Fat Possums Your West Melton local: for pure pleasure and delight head in for a wood fired pizza at Two Fat Possums Metropol The Gift Box of Lincoln Celebrating the beauty of winter: The Gift Box of Lincoln is full of warm and fluffy things to brighten up your winter wardrobe Metropol Bayshore Builders Turning architectural heads: Bayshore Builders has been partnering with some of the best architects in the business to deliver visually stunning results Cheryl Colley Architect Craig South A new approach to an old problem: architect Craig South explores innovative thinking about living in the CBD Guest Columnist Clyde House, by Wyatt+Gray Shaped by the elements: Wyatt+Gray make the shortlist for NZIA Southern Branch award with Clyde House Metropol Tony Astle Tony Astle brings the Chiwahwah: questions and answers with a culinary empire-builder Metropol Black and White Coffee Cartel Clever coffee creators: Black and White Coffee Cartel have been industriously working at providing an amazing coffee experience Metropol The Ford Endura Automotive eye candy: Driving the Ford Endura through the Crown Range to Wanaka Nicholas Henare TREBLE CONE PHOTO MARK CLINTON Winter thrills and spills: hit the slopes in the Southern Lakes Keiran Bleach Pink Ribbon High Tea at The george High tea temptations: stick your pinkies out for the Pink Ribbon high teas at The George Metropol Hanmer Bakery Cafe Culinary heaven in Hanmer: The Hanmer Bakery Cafe is a culinary hotspot Metropol The Villas Feijoa paste: The Villas recipe series Metropol The former Christchurch Re:START Mall Container mall’s new northern home: Re:START makes it’s way up the coast to quake stricken Kaikoura Metropol Rangiora mural An artistic acomplishment: new mural graces the wall of the Kip McGrath Education Centre in Rangiora Metropol Winter activities Winter wonders: nine things guaranteed to get you out and loving Christchurch this winter Metropol Misco Joinery Future-proofed kitchen nirvana: a visit to Misco Joinery’s Kaiapoi showroom Metropol Riverside Reinvention Riverside reinvention: Oxford Terrace comes alive again Melinda Collins Action north of the Waimak' Action north of the Waimak’: a guide to what’s on in North Canterbury Metropol Via Sollertia Coloured gems get their sparkle back: Via Sollertia’s colourful collection of gemstones Metropol EntX Entertainment Central City’s world-class cinema complex: Calder Stewart takes the lead on EntX Entertainment Central Tracey Edwardes Riverlands House Clever corner construction: Riverlands House an outstanding triumph for Warren & Mahoney and ABL Construction Metropol Mix & Mingle Mix & mingle: five activities that are perfect for those who don’t want a night on the town Metropol The General Store A stylish range: The General Store is your central city shopping destination Metropol LUMA Southern Light Project - credit Che McPherson Pixel Peeps Let there be light: LUMA is the annual festival that lights up the southern skies Keiran Bleach Southern Lakes Cycling Trailing behind: set about seeing the Southern Lakes by bike or foot Keiran Bleach Queenstown Thumbs up: Queenstown’s official Facebook page hits 300,000 followers (that’s more than the populations of Hamilton and Rotorua combined!) Metropol The Gift Box of Lincoln Celebrating the beauty of winter: looking forward to colder weather with help from The Gift Box of Lincoln Metropol Scott Thelning Principal of The Cathedral Grammar School Meet the Principal 2018: Scott Thelning of The Cathedral Grammar School Metropol Penny Tattershaw Principal of St Michael’s Church School Meet the Principal 2018: Penny Tattershaw of St Michael’s Church School Metropol Terrace Tavern Triumph at the Terraces: checking out Dux De Lux Group’s latest venture Terrace Tavern Nicholas Henare High Tea at The Crowne Plaza Christchurch A ‘high’ honour: treat mum this mother’s day to a High Tea at The Crowne Plaza Christchurch Metropol Heritage Hanmer Springs A romantic backdrop: a wedding at the Heritage Hanmer Springs Metropol Photography by Johannes van Kan An arty restoration: Photographer Johannes van Kan captures The Arts Centre coming back to life Metropol The Butcher’s Mistress A beautiful butchery: The Butcher’s Mistress is the darling of Rangiora Metropol Polished Diamonds Nothing less than perfection: Polished Diamonds wedding rings are planned down to every last loving detail Metropol Victoria Square In the spotlight: the restoration of Victoria Square Metropol Straight Eight Estate A unique commemoration: personalised wine bottles for your wedding from Straight Eight Estate Metropol Ridge Road Gardens A magical location: take your wedding guests on a romantic journey to the countryside at Ridge Road Gardens Metropol Halswell Bakery Beautiful bridal baking: if you’re planning your wedding catering then talking to Halswell Bakery is a must Metropol Via Sollertia Jewellery Your perfect match: Via Sollertia Jewellery Metropol First Table First in first served: we talk to Mat Weir founder of (now international) table booking service with a twist First Table Rhonda Mitchell Clear Ridge Matrimonial magic awaits: we look to Clear Ridge in Hanmer Springs to help plan a destination wedding that is still close to home Metropol The Monday Room (TMR) High Street’s dining destination: The Monday Room is the perfect pre or post wedding venue Metropol Coffee Worx Beautiful bagels: Coffee Worx is serving up bagels you’ll love Metropol Dream It Creating places with punch: meet the imaginationologists at Dream It who are designing clever new spaces in our city Cheryl Colley Everhot at Classic Cookers Culinary energy efficiency: you need to check out Everhot’s beautiful cookers at Classic Cookers Metropol The George That something special : Weddings at The George are like a fairytale Metropol Kjole Quality, comfort & style: Kjole in Hanmer Springs is a fashion destination Metropol Blackwell's Department Store Fine-figured wedding day: looking at lovely bridal lingerie for your wedding at Blackwell’s Department Store Metropol O.G.B. owner Nick Inkster Old meets new: Q&A with O.G.B. owner Nick Inkster Metropol Lemongrass A unique family business: Lemongrass is a lovely little Thai restaurant in a hazelnut orchard (and how cool is that?!) Metropol The Vineyard at Rossendale Exquisitely romantic: weddings at The Vineyard at Rossendale Metropol AWESOME HQ, PHOTO BY PEANUT PRODUCTIONS Savvy shared spaces: fourteen awesome places to co-work in Christchurch Metropol Barnett's West End Pharmacy Not just a pharmacy: Barnett’s West End Pharmacy is a destination for more than just filling your prescription Metropol North Canterbury Musical Society Dastardly deeds: Jekyll & Mr Hyde (The Musical) is North Canterbury Musical Society’s next thrilling show Metropol What's on in North Canterbury What’s On: Three outings you will love in North Canterbury Metropol Caci Clinic A healthy glow: getting your skin perfect for the big day with Caci Clinic Metropol Immigration Express An integral immigration role: Immigration Express is proud to be helping welcome much-needed workers and their families to NZ Metropol Merrell Style & protection: women’s clothing should do both says active lifestyle brand Merrell Metropol The Villas braised beef cheeks Braised beef cheeks in red wine: The Villas recipe series Metropol Peter O'Connor from Ricoh A sign of what’s to come: Ricoh gives us the run-down on some seriously cool tech (that you can get in your business now) Metropol Simply NZ Iconic Kiwi gifts: Simply NZ celebrates kiwiana in their gorgeous gift shops Metropol Coop "Better Sweater" from Ruby Six Win with Metropol: Coop “Better Sweater” from Ruby Six Metropol TAD Pegasus Town fashionable favourite: TAD Design’s hidden treasures include a beautician called Emma and a hairdresser by the name of Maddie Metropol Wilson & Dorset Redefining lounging: Wilson & Dorset want to take people into a 21st century approach to living areas Metropol Southern Lakes An exciting upward trajectory: the Southern Lakes are on the up and up Keiran Bleach Kaikoura A coastal paradise: Kaikoura is an international destination (that you won’t need a passport to visit) Tracey Edwardes Urban Sports Unique urban sports: take a walk on the quirky side and try these three active pursuits Metropol Christchurch Activities What’s on: keeping the kids entertained Metropol Coco Expresso A culinary hotspot: get yourself to Coco Espresso and find out why everyone is raving about it Metropol Rangiora Showline Rangiora’s heart & sole: go visit Rangiora Shoelines and get excited about their Autumn range Metropol Electrical Testing Services Exceptional electrical services: Electrical Testing Services can make it easy to keep things in tip top shape Metropol Evolution Series The future of building: Queenstown firm Rilean Construction is evolving to meet the Christchurch demand for energy efficient homes Allison O'Neill Christchurch City Falling into line: Cymon Allfrey on why good things take time (even when you wish they wouldn’t) Cymon Allfrey PurePods A luxuriously small footprint: PurePods are doing some ridiculously awesome things with building space Rhonda Mitchell Yoogo Electric car sharing scheme: Yoogo Share launches in Christchurch Metropol Photography: The Perfect Line A momentous occasion: Christchurch Adventure Park is back and ready for action Metropol The Terrace King of the rebuild: we talk to Antony Gough about The Terraces and his take on post-quake Christchurch Metropol Casa Construction A southern expansion: Casa Construction heads south to Wanaka’s booming market Metropol Gorgeous Food A gorgeous variety: checking out Wigram’s delightful bakery Gorgeous Food Metropol Kaiapoi Port Ship-sized silver lining: The end of the MV Tuhoe and the start of an exciting historic research project Metropol Ray White Rangiora Tricks of the trade: We talk to Marijke of Ray White Rangiora on how to do well at selling your home Metropol Marmalade Clothing and Curiorisities A beautiful boutique: a visit to Marmalade Clothing in Oxford Metropol Dakins Where function meets style: Dakins’ posh solution to your practical wedding day needs Metropol Harcourts Twiss Keir Community driven success: Twiss Keir Realty gives credit for achievements to the support they get from locals Metropol Red Post Cafe A dining destination: a visit to Culverden’s Red Post Cafe Metropol Tram 1888 City’s new centrepiece: the beautiful new blue Tram 1888 hits the tracks Metropol Wicked Showbiz Behind the scenes: the Wicked talent behind the scenes for Showbiz Christchurch Metropol Lansdown House Music at Lansdown Metropol The Himalayas Building hope in the Himalayas: how four people set out to make a difference in Nepal Celine Gibson The Tai Tapu Hotel Historically Unique: The Tai Tapu Hotel’s rich heritage Metropol The Oaks of Darfield A Darfield attraction: The Oaks of Darfield aims to impress Metropol The North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival A super special Sunday: The uber cool North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival Metropol Narropera at Lansdown Magical Music: Narropera at Lansdown Metropol
