Comedic cancer survivor, Dr Jo Prendergast
Lyttelton psychiatrist, comedian, author and cancer survivor, Dr Jo Prendergast explains her special brand of “tumour humour” to Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch. Witty, a bit silly, and fairly dead pan are apt descriptives for Jo Prendergast’s special brand of humour. Known as a ‘clean’ comedian, Jo explains that her comedy seems to be […]
Top Marques with Niki Mills: Ice speed record
Back in 2007, four-time World Rally Champion, the original “Flying Finn” Juha Kankkunen attempted to break the World Ice Speed record in his privately owned, stock-standard, Bentley Continental GT on the frozen waters of the Baltic Sea. He succeeded with a blistering 1km average of 321kph, an astonishing result from a road-legal vehicle […]
Wedding-wear ready: Darcy Boutique
If the happy couple has nominated a dress code, whether it be the newly trending monotone and dark edit or classic floral patterns and bright hues, the quintessential look will be waiting for you at Darcy Boutique. Main image: Drama the Label Eden summer garden dress darcyboutique.co.nz
Editor’s note: Happily ever after
Twice a year, Metropol publishes its popular wedding supplement, featuring many of the local retailers who support this lucrative industry. Bringing bridal parties and wedding suppliers together is a marriage made in heaven for many parties. Ten years ago, the wedding industry in New Zealand was estimated to be worth $58 million annually. […]
Something fun, something new: Riverside Kitchen
A wedding is often not simply about the marriage ceremony itself. Many events before and after the big day contribute to creating the memories couples talk about for years to come. Everything needs to be just right. The hen party is one such event. Bridesmaids can experience stress when planning and thinking of […]
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