Destination: Top of the South

Grey blending to turn heads: V for Hair

Grey hair isn’t a trend, it’s a movement, says master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee. “When done right, it’s one of the most elegant, stylish, and empowering looks you can wear.” Widely recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading grey hair blending specialists, Vicki helps women across the country transition gracefully and confidently at V […]

Comfort & character: Empire Glass

Retrofit double glazing preserves character and charm while making your home warmer, drier and quieter. In older homes, charm often comes at the cost of comfort and warmth. Ornate windows, leadlight features, and unique architectural details may look stunning, but they rarely offer much insulation. Fortunately, modern technology has found a way to […]

Houses on the move: Heartland Homes

Building material prices and transport costs are up, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on the dream of your new home or holiday house. Some of the smartest and most experienced brains in the business have been thinking outside the square and working hard to deliver their clients’ ideal build […]

Keeping things fresh: Affordable Concrete and Paving

From driveway repairs to a new patio, the arrival of warmer weather is the time to tackle those concreting jobs. The season brings with it so much that is new and fresh from beautiful blossoms to delightful little animals and gives us the impetus to freshen up the environs of our homes as […]

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Editor’s Perspective: On the people who make Christchurch a city to be proud of

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Lionel Richie: A living legend

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High tea temptations: stick your pinkies out for the Pink Ribbon high teas at The George

The new Executive Chef of The George, Antony Page, recently filled us in on the new 50 Bistro winter menu heading our way, when the discussion moved to a charity function that runs close to Metropol’s heart – the Pink Ribbon Breakfast, supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. The George is getting behind […]