Baroque music extravaganza
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra will perform a selection of the most exciting and beautiful works of the baroque era in Christchurch, at the James Hay Theatre on 26 August. Extravaganza features works by 17th Century baroque masters Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Pietro Locatelli and Jean-Baptiste Lully, ground-breaking composer Claude Bablon and Romantic era violin […]
Key to our city
For three years now, Ross Steele has had the task of bringing Te Pae Christchurch to the attention of the rest of the world, especially those in the market for conferences. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch checks in to see what he’s been up to. Responsible for successfully marketing Te Pae Christchurch as an […]
Fortune favours the bold
Whatever age or stage of life, starting up your own business is not for the faint-hearted. While the autonomy of self-employment tempts many, it takes a lot of pluck to swap job security for the unknowns of going it alone. For Kerry Jackson, founder of M.M Linen, it was a challenge she was […]
Supporting women in work
Job hunting can be daunting, especially if you’ve been unemployed or in the same role for a long time. It’s easy to forget your value, question your skills and lose confidence — mindsets that ChristchurchNZ has identified as a key reason why approximately 20,000 women in Canterbury are either underemployed or underutilised in […]
You every day must haves
Accessories are often the perfect finishing touch to an outfit, and they can be practical too. If you are to and from the office most days, or out and about around town, having the right accessories can help make your day seamless. The right bag is key, be it more of a brief […]
Hanmer’s history of wellbeing
The term ‘mountain spa’ could conjure a vision of Edward VII. The King’s faithful furry companion Caesar by his side, trailing mistresses and card-playing cronies. Ed chugging pints of Marienbad water as penance for his five-course breakfast. Or it might invoke modern day Baden-Baden, where the Beckhams could run into Beyonce, with the […]
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