Celebrating a legacy

The 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games put our city on the world stage, and early next year we celebrate its 50th anniversary. The “Friendly Games” games was an event that, even after five decades, is still fondly remembered by many.The smallest city, to this day, to host the games, made big waves charming the […]

Gifts for the guys

Whether for a road trip, an international flight, or a day in the city, the men in your life deserve to feel comfortable, and look incredible as soon as they step outside. From head to heel, fill their stockings, and suitcases, with Metropol’s picks for men.

Here for the holidays

Christchurch is gearing up for another incredible summer. Between our local entertainment vendors and the natural offerings available, the city is sure to ignite excitement in all ages, with so many creative options to fill family calendars. Stuck for ideas? Check out our school holiday favourites: Walk off their energy Take the children […]

Fast & fab

When your visitors walk through your door early, or completely unannounced, you need to have a few tricks in the kitchen up your sleeve. Putting together a deliciously enchanting plate of food in just a few moments sounds daunting, but it can be easy, and can utilise the fruit and vegetables of the […]

Great dining, daytime into evening: Phat Duck Brew, Bar & Kitchen

Fancy a sit down meal with family and friends, or perhaps a refreshing cold beer after work in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere? At Phat Duck Brew Bar and Kitchen, everyone’s invited. Featuring a restaurant at one end, a vibrant bar at the other, and a cool bean bag area for chilling out, you’ll […]

Combine comfort with style: ECCO Shoes

Opting for footwear comfort over style, is now a thing of the past with a trendy yet uber-comfortable brand that can take you from the beach to the dance floor. Combining leather or suede uppers with a flexible sole for a seamless slide, ECCO COZMO sandals feature ECCO Shoes’ special FLUIDFORM™ construction. These […]

Boost your lymphatic system: Me Time Wellness

Draining the lymph system is believed to help improve blood flow, circulation, energy, and the immune system, to relieve stress, and speed up surgery recovery. It’s also credited with improving skin elasticity, digestion, weight loss, hormonal imbalances, and reducing cellulite, constipation, bloating, puffiness, and water retention. Lymphatic drainage massage involves bringing fluid stuck […]

Head to Hanmer: Hanmer Springs Attractions

Get ready for action-packed fun at Hanmer Springs Attractions. There’s a great range of exciting and family-friendly activities to suit a range of ages, including jet boating, river rafting, off-road buggy adventures, bungy jumping and paintball, as well as quad biking for those 16 years and over. Hanmer Springs Attractions are the only […]

Make it Mazda

Just when you thought the CX-9 was the ultimate luxury SUV from Mazda, we now have this. Called the CX-90 Takami, it is the new pinnacle of luxury with a Mazda badge. Is it any good though? The $93,490 CX-90 Takami sits atop the Mazda family, not just in terms of their SUVs, […]