Military moves
Fans of the annual Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo don’t have to travel to Scotland this year to enjoy the spectacular. Instead they’ll be able to watch it on screen in several local cinemas. T he 2022 event will screen on 19 and 20 November at Cinemas Christchurch, Movie Max Digital Cinemas Timaru, Regent Cinema Ashburton, […]
Must – see musical: Rent
A musical phenomenon that celebrates ‘life lived to its limits’, RENT is taking centre stage as The Court Theatre’s summer musical. This uplifting and equally heartbreaking story celebrates love and friendships that are brave in the face of danger. The ground-breaking production follows a group of struggling artists living in New York City. Fall in […]
Sold on charity
He has spent some 40 years in the real estate industry, becoming an undisputed auctioneer legend. Today in what can only be termed semi-retirement, Phil McGoldrick is seen far more often bringing down the metaphorical hammer at charity fundraisers. Metropol writer Cheryl Colley spoke to him about his career and his philanthropic work. “I started […]
The builder’s daughter
Lilly Cooper loves Tuesdays. Every Tuesday afternoon, irrespective of weather or pressing business matters, Lilly will be found in the company of her adored two-year-old grandson, Edgar. “That’s where I get my balance. I have absolutely bonded with him and he’s very special. We have beautiful times together,” Lilly says. One can only imagine the […]
From the editor: 10 November 2022
Get active Game On Canterbury is a new fixture aimed at encouraging more Cantabrians into sport and active recreation activities, starting in February next year. The inaugural free event will be held at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Sunday 19 February 2023, with a focus on opportunities to try new things and discover what’s […]
From the editor: 27 October 2022
New beginning The votes have been counted and throughout New Zealand, numerous new mayors and local body councillors are getting to grips with their roles. Christchurch is among them with Phil Mauger winning the mayoralty race, joining seven new and nine returning councillors to run our fair city. The days ahead will prove interesting. Trying […]