Wedding guests’ whereabouts: Lincoln Motel

The outfit is finally picked and so is the gift. The babysitter is booked for the dog and the children are going into the boarding kennels. Or is it the other way around? There is a lot to think about when you are getting yourself organised to attend a wedding – it’s easy to get […]

Clothing care: Maxwells Drycleaning

Keeping our clothes in good order not only makes us feel and look good, but lengthening the usable life of garments also creates less waste. One team of people in Christchurch have the experience and knowledge to take expert care of your favourite garments and home accessories so that you are always looking your best. […]

ZAFAA award winner

Marie Porter tells Metropol writer Daniella Judge about her artistic background and the meaning behind her award-winning work, The Rocks. In its eighth year, the ZAFAA Awards (Zonta Ashburton Female Art Awards) were held on 1 March at the Ashburton Art Gallery. Marie Porter, for her work The Rocks, was announced as the winner of […]

Brushes behind the brides

The makeup you wear on your wedding day is crucial. It carries us through the best day of our lives, the smiles, laughs, and tears. It’s what you’ll stare at in your wedding photos for years to come. Just as crucial, is the person applying it. Local makeup artist Kasia Stanicich shares her tips and […]

Fine, fine food: Elmwood Fine Foods

One of the delicious pleasures in life is finding an intimate local café you love to frequent. Even better is one that exudes an oasis of calm where you have time and space to savour the taste and aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Such a little gem of a café exists tucked away on Normans […]

Chateau charm, a dream wedding venue: Chateau on the Park

Situated amidst five acres of whimsical gardens, Chateau on the Park, Christchurch – A DoubleTree by Hilton, is an ideal location for creating everlasting wedding day memories. The Chateau on the Park’s graceful architecture exudes an old-world charm that sets the stage for an incredibly unforgettable celebration. Enveloped by a certain ambiance, the Chateau features […]