Timeless heritage lives on
One of Christchurch’s increasingly rare heritage gems is looking stunning once more, having been rebuilt and restored to its original standards. 158 High Street proudly bears its name C.F. Cotter & Co in gold lettering above its key architectural feature: three sets of tall radius or arch windows. The craftsmen responsible for these beautiful windows […]
Passion for plumbing: Peter Diver Plumbing
The firm’s story begins 40 years ago with Peter Diver, an apprentice, and an old Morris Commercial van named Gertie. Still in family ownership, Peter Diver Plumbing has “grown to become one of the largest and most reputable plumbing firms, employing more than 70 people,” says Peter’s daughter Jane. “We are thrilled to be celebrating […]
Mixed use architecture
Lyttelton’s façade is about to change again with a new mixed-use building planned for London St, on the site of the former Harbour Light Theatre, demolished after the 2010-2011 earthquakes. The new building will feature a double-level commercial space on the ground floor and 10 one-bedroom apartments across the upper two levels. The building is […]
From the Deputy Editor: 13 October 2022
Spring magic Spring brings an infectious feeling of joy with it, and for many people it’s their very favourite season. Christchurch especially comes alive this time of year. The Garden City lives true to its name, as blossoms line the streets and daffodils nod their heads in our picturesque parks. More than that, a buzz […]
Celebrating women’s rugby
Christchurch is part of a pop-up street art exhibition celebrating women’s rugby. The Support Our Sisters: The Art of Rugby series has seen seven bespoke, large scale street artworks on display in Christchurch, Whangarei, Auckland, and Hamilton since mid-September. Rugby World Cup collaborated with seven established New Zealand street artists, who have encapsulated women’s rugby […]
Off and racing
Successful sailing duo Peter Burling and Blair Tuke visited Christchurch earlier this month in preparation for SailGP on Whakaraupō, Lyttelton Harbour, 18-19 March 2023. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch caught up with them to talk tactics. Olympic medallists, America’s Cup winners, and SailGP co-CEOs, Peter Burling and Blair Tuke have truly earned a place in New […]
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