Taking the cake

What kind of cakes are going down a treat at Christchurch weddings? Here’s a sweet taster… The traditional wedding cake dates back thousands of years to the age of the Romans, when the groom would break a loaf of bread over the bride’s head as a symbol of good luck. Since then, it […]

The secret to staying young

Research has confirmed what we’ve suspected for years, regular exercise doesn’t just make us feel better, it also slows, or even reverses, the process of ageing. As the pursuit of healthy ageing gains momentum, the global longevity and wellness market has already surpassed $2.5 trillion. Yet the latest research shows that the foundation […]

Digital innovation supporting Christchurch’s green vision

As many people sit around and worryingly talk about the potential perils of AI, there are plenty of local companies in NZ who are looking to harness digital innovation for the greater good. This is the case for all digital innovations; if they are leveraged and regulated in the right way, then the […]

Word nerd Tom Sainsbury

Comedian, actor, writer, filmmaker, 80s mum or ward nurse carbon copy – Tom Sainsbury knows how to tell a story. Thanks to Kath & Kim, French and Saunders, and The Office, the comedy star shared with us his satirical sense of humour, and we’ve all been merrier for it. He chats with Metropol […]

Mother of fashion: Dame Pieter Stewart

Dame Pieter Stewart founded New Zealand Fashion Week in 2001 – an event that would revolutionise the local industry and become a creative benchmark. She tells Metropol editor Nina Tucker of its evolution and the satisfaction that comes from watching what she built succeed without her. These days, Dame Pieter Stewart spends less […]