The Pōhutukawa pathway

A mural showing a colourful, abstract journey of growth and recovery is now on show at Ōtautahi’s child and youth mental health outpatient unit, at The Princess Margaret Hospital in Cashmere. The mural, titled The Pōhutukawa Pathway, was designed by teenage Christchurch artist Ella Ward, and was unveiled by her in conjunction with mental health […]

Tap dance to the top

In a cut-throat New Zealand entertainment industry, emerging young Christchurch performer Bayley Graham has found himself in the spotlight, thanks to hard work and dedication. The tap-dancing talent chats exclusively with Metropol writer Nina Tucker about his recent win on the New Zealand talent show ‘60 Seconds’, what tap dance means to him, […]

Shakespeare classic comes to life: Top Dog Theatre

Top Dog Theatre returns to the Isaac Theatre Royal next month with A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Running from 11 to 13 August, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is Shakespeare’s brilliant fast-paced romantic comedy, brimming with interwoven plots of romance, love potions, songs, dances, and practical jokes to delight and entertain the audience. With live […]

A life-changing experience

Kaikōura is one of the best places in the world to encounter dolphins in their natural environment. It’s just you, the open ocean… and Kaikōura’s wild Dusky Dolphins. One of the most interactive and acrobatic species of dolphin, they’re thrilling to watch and magical to interact with. Here the encounter is all on […]

Take a hike to Kaikoura

Ready to escape the nine to five grind, or maybe you are searching for a bit of peace and quiet away from your hometown? Are you a cycling and hiking kind of holiday-goer? If you answer yes to the above, it’s time to plan your next adventure to Kaikōura. It’s a stunning region […]