Capturing history with Ian Borthwick

Journalist, photographer, award-winner, and friend to many in the professional rugby arena, Paris-based, yet Christchurch-born Ian Borthwick has a way with words. Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker sits down with him to uncover his latest project. Imagine the bustling cities of the world, swarming and polluted, before coming to a standstill during the height of […]

Bridging culture and beauty: Art Fetiche

There’s a knack in creating artworks that captivate, to capture meaning in a way that empowers and educates. From the 420sqm ‘Man Cave’ so impressive it left mouths agape, to Kauawhi, the two-koru heart-shaped sculpture in support of the Māia Health Foundation, Art Fetiche has proved countless times their commitment to their craft and communities. […]

Improving efficiency

Digital experiences to meet the needs of a hybrid workplace hinge on doing things automatically, and at scale. In today’s business environment, the digital transformation imperative is embrace automation today, or go out of business tomorrow. In other words, automation is critical to success in the modern world, and those who don’t take advantage of […]

Get in shape

Shapewear has become a billion dollar industry during the last 10 years, and it continues to grow as more women (and men) add it to their apparel. For tight-fitting clothes and slinky fabrics, a shapewear foundation garment can give you a confidence boost by helping smooth and contour your silhouette.Shapewear sculpts your figure to highlight […]

For the love of framing: Art & Frame

The art of framing has experienced a huge increase in popularity over recent years, as society places more importance on preserving heirlooms and memorabilia, and showcasing certificates and other imagery. Demand means family business Art & Frame is constantly creating beautiful frames, and selling items such as needlework and tapestry kits to stitch and then […]

The new car in town: Blackwells

It seems like New Zealand is getting rather spoilt. So many new car brands have entered our market within the last few years. The latest of these is Omoda, which has joined the stable of Blackwell Motors. Ben Selby reports. Omoda, pronounced “Oh-Mo-Dah” is already grabbing attention in New Zealand with the brand’s recent unveiling […]