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Most popular pools: Nova Space

In Canterbury’s winning homes from the latest house and architecture awards, pools proved one of the most popular lifestyle features. To find out more about the blend between indoor and outdoor living and the importance of making the right investment, Metropol sat down with business owner and passionate pool man Chris Thelin. Homes […]

Raw chic

Four classic and easy ways to serve oysters. The absolute simplest way to eat oysters is raw on the half shell with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Or, make them a little fancier with three tasty combinations, including the classic mignonette sauce or a ginger-soy vinaigrette, then topped with salmon roe. Raw […]

Premium subdivisions, personalised living: Suburban Estates

With over 60 years of experience and a reputation built on trust, this development company creates premium neighbourhoods in locations with lifestyle appeal and long-term growth potential. For decades, residential land development company Suburban Estates has helped shape the way New Zealanders live, creating premium residential subdivisions in some of the country’s most […]

Six great reads for Dad

From outdoor adventure and rugby legends to life as a modern dad and the chance to tell his story, here’s six Father’s Day picks all available at local retailers to make gifting easy. A Bushman’s Book of Yarns From the bestselling author of Sam The Trap Man, A Bushman’s Book of Yarns takes […]

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The bold and the beautiful: Kristen Stewart’s tale of two crafts

Kristen Stewart’s two businesses couldn’t be more different – there’s the bold and there’s the beautiful. And now they’ve come together under the one roof. First there’s Kristen Stewart School of Makeup (KSSM) – an innovative training school, which provides a professionally focused Diploma of Make-up Artistry for those passionate about make-up art […]