Ready to recharge and invest in yourself this winter? A wellness retreat might be just what you need. As the chill sets in, there’s no better time to press pause and focus on your wellbeing. Winter retreats offer the perfect escape, giving you the chance to unwind, reset, and reconnect with your body […]
Sunny days, holidays, or just for the fun of it, a trip to the seaside town of Akaroa is a favourite with Cantabrians, no matter the season. The quaint Gallic port of call is well known for its French roots, cuisine, marine and wildlife, and as a place to explore. The town’s French […]
Among the University of Canterbury honorary autumn graduates was internationally acclaimed filmmaker Dame Gaylene Preston. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch looks into the story behind the university’s new Doctor of Letters. Gaining a degree at age 77 adds another episode to Dame Gaylene’s successes, although it is not her final chapter. She’s already under […]
