Clever Coast conversions: Jim the Builder

A surge in demand for long-term residential accommodation on the West Coast is reshaping how buildings are used in town centres like Greymouth. Instead of new builds on the fringe, developers are increasingly turning to smart repurposing of existing structures to meet the market. One standout example comes from local firm Jim the […]

A season to celebrate: Chateau on the Park

Warm up winter with indulgent dining and great company by the park in the heart of the city. When the days are short and the nights are crisp, there’s no better time to gather the people you love. Mid-winter is the perfect excuse to press pause, reconnect, and celebrate at Chateau on the […]

The perfect match beer & fries: Makikihi Fries and Wigram Brewing Co

Beer and fries: a classic pairing that offers a delicious contrast of flavours and textures, and a favourite treat for peckish punters. So you could say that Makikihi Fries and Wigram Brewing Company neighbouring each other is a match made in culinary heaven. Wigram’s Hangar 57 Fillery and Taproom, which has been in […]

A night to remember: Luxury, style, and purpose with Karen Walker

Breast Cancer Cure is back with an extraordinary experience at the luxury Flockhill Lodge, raising funds for breast cancer research. Tucked deep in the Southern Alps, beneath starlit skies and craggy peaks, lies one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking luxury escapes: Flockhill. Aat the end of May, it becomes the backdrop for a […]

Cosy comfort

Braving brisk weather to head to the office and run errands, or staying in and snuggling up by the fire – the sartorial brief is the same: cosy and comfortable with a side of chic. Maintaining a wardrobe that can do both is key. If you’re looking to keep up and in need […]

Clothing speaks with Morghan Bradshaw

Morghan Ariki Bradshaw creates a ‘second skin’ for people who wear her clothes. With a newly-launched space in the heart of the city, the Ōtautahi designer catches up with Metropol editor Nina Tucker ahead of her fashion show at Majestic on Durham come 24 May. Morghan Bradshaw’s favourite thing about Ōtautahi is the […]