Ripple effects: Ross Steele
Navigating uncertainty, creating connection. The world is facing a period of heightened geopolitical uncertainty, and its ripple effects are being felt well beyond headlines. For businesses, this may mean travel disruption, rising airfares, and increased supply chain costs – pressures that inevitably influence decision making and confidence. For those of us in the […]
The repair shop: Seaton’s French Polishing & Furniture Repairs
Giving timeless pieces of furniture a second life. Whether it’s a vintage dining suite or a cherished heirloom, Seaton’s French Polishing and Furniture Repair brings tired furniture back to life. For over 30 years, owner Mike Fullen has restored everything from antique sideboards to family treasures, preserving both craftsmanship and sentimental value. In […]
City apartment suites: Quest on Kilmore
Apartment accommodation just a short walk from the inner city’s biggest attractions. There’s a palpable excitement in the air of Christchurch city. A long-awaited missing piece of the rebuild puzzle, One New Zealand Stadium, is about to open, bringing with it a host of world-class events and activities, including a performance by British […]
Every child warm this winter: Christchurch Methodist Mission
“Children are freezing. Every day and every night.” Metropol editor Nina Tucker discovers the cold truth about winter’s chill on Christchurch families. One female trio, backed by an overarching organisation grounded in generosity, are bundling up our tamariki one blanket at a time. “Everyone wants the best for their tamariki, and when you […]
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