Little shop of wonders: Canterbury Playcentre Shop

Lockdown was the perfect time for parents and children to strengthen their bond and spend quality time together. While it may not have been smooth sailing every day, it would have been a learning curve for many. Metropol sits down with the team at Canterbury Playcentre Shop to see how their little […]

The Trusts Act 2019: Saunders & Co Lawyers

How upcoming changes will affect your family trust. If you have a family trust or act as a trustee, you should be aware of the changes to trust law which are set to come into effect in January 2021. Saunders & Co Lawyers Associate, Charlotte Grimshaw fills us in on the changes […]

Selwyn Sounds announces lineup

Popular New Zealand Music Festival Selwyn Sounds in Lincoln is likely the very first major music festival in the world to go on-sale since COVID-19 prevented crowds from gathering.     The iconic annual South Island event scheduled for 6 March will next year celebrate its fifth anniversary of entertaining music and […]

Editor’s Perspective: 09 July 2020

“Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower” Hans Christian Anderson     We’ve just waved goodbye to the gloomiest month of weather in more than two decades. Yes June, we’re talking about you and since you’ve given us the least amount of recorded sunshine hours […]

Luxury in Hanmer: Village Lake Apartments

For the ultimate luxurious getaway, set in the heart of beautiful Hanmer Springs, one simply cannot overlook Village Lake Apartments, where exceptional hospitality awaits.   The modern spacious apartments are the perfect place for any occasion, whether a romantic getaway, family escape or even a corporate meeting.   Village Lake Apartments provides […]

Diner-style burger bar: Boulder Burgers

Stop for a bite to eat and something sweet at Boulder Burgers, Hanmer’s 50s-inspired, American-style burger bar in the Boulder Precinct at Chisholm Crescent.     Step back in time and enjoy the ambience of an American diner-style burger bar, complete with good ol’ 1950s cartoons and rock ‘n’ roll courtesy of […]