City apartment suites: Quest on Kilmore
Apartment accommodation just a short walk from the inner city’s biggest attractions. There’s a palpable excitement in the air of Christchurch city. A long-awaited missing piece of the rebuild puzzle, One New Zealand Stadium, is about to open, bringing with it a host of world-class events and activities, including a performance by British […]
Every child warm this winter
“Children are freezing. Every day and every night.” Metropol editor Nina Tucker discovers the cold truth about winter’s chill on Christchurch families. One female trio, backed by an overarching organisation grounded in generosity, are bundling up our tamariki one blanket at a time. “Everyone wants the best for their tamariki, and when you […]
Finding authentic flavour: Tanoshi
For those in the know, this is the city’s best kept secret for Japanese cuisine. “In Christchurch, we knew we were up against a vibrant city with a big population, and we had to match that energy,” recalls Tanoshi owner Matty Yates three years on from the opening. With their biggest team and […]
Living in the City: Cameron Bailey
The big projects coming thick and fast to the central city are transforming life in Christchurch, what does it mean for property? As construction comes to a close on the One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, the spotlight is once again turning to the future of the central city and what it […]
The body keeps score: The Healer’s Way
When stress goes unprocessed, the emotional tension can be the root of many physical diseases. “Stress is not just a passing experience; it is something we carry in the body,” says energy healer Nina Campbell of The Healer’s Way. A certified practitioner of Reiki, acupressure, ThetaHealing technique, and regression therapy, Nina approaches healing […]
Growing panes: Empire Glass
If you’ve driven around Canterbury, chances are you’ve spotted them, the silver vans with unmistakable orange frails… but do you know the story behind them? “Are those your vans?” people often ask Empire Glass owner, Nathan Cadman. “The ones with the orange frails?” He always laughs. “Yep, that’s us.” Now, he says, it’s […]
Step back into comfort: Footprints Podiatry
Whether you spend your day at standing at work or chasing after grandchildren, life becomes much harder with sore feet. According to senior podiatrist Howard Nicholas from Footprints Podiatry, the key to healthy feet is regular maintenance. “Addressing foot problems as early as possible is the key,” Howard says. “The longer people leave […]
Raise the roof: Graham Hill Roofing
The state-of-the-art, retractable and all-seasons roofing on the new stadium is key to its success and ability to host events all year round. Graham Hill Roofing is proud to have delivered the external roofing and wall installation package for the new stadium development, a landmark project that will become a defining feature of […]
Margaret Chapman: A life of impact
Words: Tamara Pitelen | Images: Aoraki Foundation and RWNZ A city girl who turned country, Margaret Chapman of Geraldine, is this year’s Aoraki Woman of the Year. From protesting on the steps of parliament to organising farm safety seminars, the award recognises her five decades of passionate advocating for the rights of rural […]
