Don’t be afraid to seek financial advice: Alistair Bean
With 30 years of experience working as a financial adviser, Alistair Bean writes about the biggest mistakes people make concerning their financial health. I have been a financial adviser since January 1995, initially at a major bank, where ultimately I spent more than three years as regional manager of financial advisers for the […]
Refresh, repair, renew: your annual home maintenance checklist
As the days grow longer, spring offers the perfect opportunity to inspect, repair, and prepare your space for the warmer months ahead. Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner or a first-time dweller, a solid annual maintenance routine can protect your investment and bring peace of mind. From the garden to the gutters, tackling a […]
Glow getter
Five ways to wake up with skin that glows. Double cleanse: You wouldn’t shower with your clothes on, right? Start with an oil-based makeup remover to dissolve and remove makeup. Follow this with a water-based face cleanser to wash off all the dirt, sweat, and oil build-up. The double cleanse method means your […]
Social sparkle: The Bridge Restaurant & Bar
Love a tipple from Moet & Chandon, Cloudy Bay, or Aperol Spritz? We’ve got just the spot for you. “Over Cup Week we are working closely with Moet & Chandon, Whispering Angel, Cloudy Bay wines and Aperol Spritz to create a truly sparkling atmosphere,’’ says The Bridge Restaurant & Bar co-owner Melissa Smith. […]
High teas and sunset sessions: Chateau on the Park
As the weather gets warmer, a luxurious and leisurely high tea makes for a magical afternoon. Offering one of Christchurch’s most beautiful outdoor seating areas, High Tea at the Chateau on the Park, a DoubleTree by Hilton, is a ritual of refinement. Picture delicate savouries like cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, brie and […]
Queen of the screens: Antonia Prebble
Beloved actress across Australasia, mother, podcaster, and two-time charity ambassador, Antonia Prebble has earned a platform she now uses to give back. Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with the Outrageous Fortune and Westside star ahead of her role emceeing for Breast Cancer Cure’s Fashion for a Cure charity event in October. When […]
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