Have you any wool? House of felt
The answer is a colourful ‘yes’. Championing 30 years of passion and expertise into a creative educational outlet is artist, and lover of all things wool, Loretta Sloan. This eight-time finalist at The World of Wearable Art Show invites curious felt enthusiasts of all ages, to a stimulating pop-up felt fibre workshop wonderland, […]
Wrap it up
Is the badly wrapped present under the tree immediately identifiable as yours? Have you never quite worked out how to wrap a present nicely? Here are some quick steps to surprise your family and friends with your present wrapping skills. Gather together your gifts, wrapping paper, scissors, and tape, on a clear flat […]
Blooming for over 80 years: Court Florist
From weddings and birthdays to Valentine’s Day, and Christmas, a talented florist can add to any special occasion. A stunning floral design can brighten any event, and also makes a meaningful gift. Christchurch’s Court Florist has an enduring legacy of supplying gorgeous arrangements, since it was first established in 1937 by the Hopkins […]
Editor’s note: Patience is a virtue
Heading into the annual festive ‘silly season’, life for many of us will be more hectic than usual, tempers will fray, and emotions will get the better of some of us. None of this is unusual, yet there are a few practices that can make life easier. Many of them are clichés. As […]
From sports to uni students Cate Sexton
Two years ago, Cate Sexton finished the mammoth task of helping facilitate the 2021 Women’s Rugby World Cup. Now, she’s tackling a new adventure, at the helm of the University of Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA). Metropol writer Nina Tucker chats with her about her latest move. Jumping from the high performance sports arena […]
An editing Maestro Anna Rogers
Anna Rogers, recently made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to literature, chats to Metropol deputy editor Daniella Judge about her experiences in the New Zealand literary world. In the world of literature, where words dance on the page and stories come alive, there exists a behind the […]
Destination Dunedin
Dunedin and its surrounds have so much to offer, that it may seem like there is too much choice. The city’s heritage, shopping, and art precincts, plus nature’s overflowing biodiversity and scenery, make it a fabulous addition to your summer getaway schedule. These Metropol suggestions may help you plan your next trip own […]
From MAFS to masks
Former reality TV star and now successful entrepreneur, Samuel Levi shares insights into his life after Married At First Sight NZ (MAFS), the challenges he faced, and his beauty brand, LuxeSticks. Deputy editor Daniella Judge caught up with Samuel to get the scoop on his post-MAFS journey and what’s in store for the […]
Unlock your power
Health food producer Quest Nutrition has come up with several top fitness hacks, aimed at improving gym prowess. Here are two: Power of Progressive Overload: Your workout plan should be designed to challenge you continuously. You’ll start to experience real gains when you gradually increase the intensity of your workouts—whether it’s adding more […]
