the voices of hope
When you are experiencing mental illness, it can often feel like there is no way out. Metropol caught up with Genevieve Mora and Jazz Thornton from Voices of Hope to get their top tips for those who are struggling and to find out what resources are available. Can you tell […]
Eating for immunity
Great Greek Philosopher Hippocrates once said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. Science has found the proof is in the pudding and many of our tastiest foods are also immunity boosters, that are both affordable and versatile to boot. A healthy habit is to have these superheroes […]
New smart screening technology
Delivering personalised healthcare and precision treatment. The global coronavirus pandemic has already caused an enormous strain on healthcare resources around the world and it’s leading to a shift in how healthcare is offered. Startup Marvel Health is debuting its global launch in New Zealand. Having successfully operated its mother clinic […]
The Beauty of Bespoke: Bates Joinery
The Bate Joinery team has introduced virtual showroom tours and online design consultations to assist clients with their building and remodelling projects from afar. During the lockdown, owner Mark Allworthy says some members of the team were able to work through stages of the planning process remotely from their own […]
A kindness pandemic
The Coronavirus lockdown has caused an unprecedented need for hundreds of thousands of vulnerable Kiwis to stay socially connected and to get a hand with urgent supplies, meals and picking up prescriptions. Enter Support Crew, an established online help roster that activates a community to remotely coordinate meals, supermarket shops, […]
A sheer beauty: Murray Hewitt Joinery
Stylish, sleek, modern – these are adjectives applicable to many a new kitchen, but few can claim the title of sheer beauty. Designer for Murray Hewitt Joinery, Donna Weir has created a new kitchen of such loveliness it is difficult not to stare. The Clarkville homestead is mud brick construction with […]
Works for me!
We’re slowly getting back into the swing of things post-lockdown, so why not add some stylish new pieces to your work wardrobe? We’ve pulled together some of our favourite things in office wear for 2020 for inspiration. POWER UP: Black and grey are no longer top of the power suit […]
Why Waipara Springs Winery?
The Waipara wine region, an hour north of Christchurch, boasts 75 vineyards and stretches over more than 1,200 hectares of plantings. It is renowned for the amazing pinot noirs and rieslings that are produced there. But every great region has an equally great origin story; a pioneer in the trade and for […]
Check out the highs of Hanmer: Hanmer High Country Jeep Tours
Hanmer Springs has always held a special place in the heart of Kiwis; the picturesque alpine village best known for its natural hot pools and stunning landscapes. But if you thought you had seen the best of this serene spot, you can think again! Head over Jacks Pass and you […]











