Moda moments: Lenton
When style aficionado Amy Hislop swapped big city Sydney for tiny town Kaikōura in 2019 and pursued a homewares boutique, her lifelong dream of opening a fashion store was banked. Come 2025, Amy took a chance – on herself, and the growing local fashion community. Why? “Because folk from a tiny town love […]
Streamlining immigration health: Christchurch Immigration Health
From quick medicals to family-friendly care, this Christchurch clinic is taking the stress out of immigration health checks – all done with heart and efficiency. Navigating immigration requirements can be a stressful part of moving to a new country – especially when it comes to meeting health screening obligations. For those applying to […]
Incontinence in conversation: iWellness
A condition many suffer in silence, incontinence brings social, emotional and physical impacts that people struggle with behind closed doors. Reducing the stigma surrounding incontinence means speaking up. Incontinence doesn’t discriminate – it can affect men, women, young and old alike. While it’s common, it shouldn’t be ignored. “At iWellness, treatments are designed […]
An evening with the Cowboy Junkies: Isaac Theatre Royal
Canadian alt-country pioneers Cowboy Junkies return to Christchurch this November to celebrate their 40th anniversary. Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen caught up with songwriter Michael Timmins. In 1988, when Canadian alt-country legends Cowboy Junkies released their slow, haunting version of Velvet Underground’s Sweet Jane, little did they know they’d still be playing it […]
Reformer Pilates at home: Freedom Pilates
Rediscover strength, balance and wellness with the power of at-home reformer Pilates. In a world where wellness and exercise are more valued than ever, reformer Pilates has emerged as a powerful practice for building core strength, improving posture, and boosting health. Now you can achieve these amazing results all from the convenience of […]
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