Here to help: Re/Max Eclipse

Real estate is ever fluctuating, rising and falling in response to both local and global forces. Key to any successful real estate deal is for both seller and buyer to be cognisant of the current market, and financially ready to meet it. Articulating with the vendor and purchaser on any statistical trends and […]

Buying or selling a home? MHR Drainage

Don’t let the dream vanish down the drain. When it comes to buying or selling a home, drains are not necessarily something many of us consider – but we probably should. “Damaged drains are a constant problem for both buyers and sellers in the greater Christchurch area,” explains Josh Mackey, owner of MHR […]

From the editor: 23 June 2022

Caring for our men This month New Zealand shone a spotlight on men’s health here. Sadly it has shown that in many important aspects, men and their wider families are being let down badly. We’re not just talking mental health, although that is a huge ongoing issue, but about men’s health in general; […]

Changing our course

Many will remember Sir John Kirwan from his legendary days as an All Black, yet others will be more in sync with his work in raising awareness of mental health issues. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch caught up with him during his current tour of the country to help improve children’s mental wellbeing. Proving […]

Sprinting to gold

Sprinting is an exciting sport in New Zealand right now, as new generations are making waves and breaking records, putting the nation on the international map. Georgia Summerton speaks to one of these rising stars. Canterbury sprinter Tiaan Whelpton has an impressive track record, and he still has a lot he is yet […]