“I knowingly take you”: New Zealand Celebrant Jenni Gibson
Jenni Gibson has been a marriage celebrant for more than 16 years, performing at wedding ceremonies South Island-wide for couples from New Zealand and beyond. “I truly love what I do and believe your wedding day, planned well, should be one of the most enjoyable milestones in your lifetime. No matter what venue […]
European elegance here at home: French Farm Estate
A Mediterranean-inspired wedding venue on the beautiful Banks Peninsula. Nestled on the stunning Banks Peninsula, family-owned French Farm Estate offers a breathtaking backdrop for intimate weddings of up to 130 guests from spring 2026. The venue can accommodate smaller weddings as early as this season. Currently undergoing complete renovation, the main lodge will […]
Refresh a functioning kitchen: MF Turnbull
How much value can a refreshed kitchen add to a home on the market? Better yet – what difference could it make to your quality of living (and cooking)? We asked the team behind MF Turnbull, who have been recycling and revitalising the kitchens of Canterbury for over 35 years. One recent job […]
In the heart of the city: Rose Historic Chapel
One of the few remaining heritage buildings left within the Four Avenues, the Rose Historic Chapel is a unique, central city setting for small, intimate weddings. With a secluded rose garden and beautiful circular stained glass chapel window, the scene is set for unforgettable nuptials. The picturesque Victorian stone building with high ceilings […]
Countdown to a perfect smile: Smooch
Seeking that pearly white wedding-ready smile? Follow this six-month wedding dental plan. Every bride and groom wants to shine on their wedding day, and that includes flashing a confident, dazzling smile. At Smooch Dental Spa, The Polish by Smooch is a carefully timed dental hygiene plan for wedding-ready teeth in six months, offering […]
Adventure awaits: The new Kia Tasman ute
If the ute is one with our national identity, who is the biggest player? Metropol writer Ben Selby heads to Wellington to test the latest contender. The Ute is very much part of the Kiwi landscape. It’s part of our national identity and everyone has their favourite, or we know someone who has […]
Read the latest issue
