Hanmer’s shopping event: Hanmer Springs Fete
Hanmer Springs Fête is set to be North Canterbury’s newest and finest shopping event, so start planning your girl’s trip now! Enjoy the stunning historic Queen Mary Hospital grounds as you peruse more than 130 carefully curated stalls from across New Zealand. Get your Christmas shopping sorted with this incredible […]
Fashionable treasure trove: Fashionworks
Fresh spring and summer styles await at Hanmer Springs’ Fashionworks, your go-to designer label treasure trove for womenswear, footwear, accessories and more. With Cup Day around the corner, we’re sure you’ll find your perfect outfit for race day amongst the racks at Fashionworks, where a range of high-quality womenswear resides. With stylish […]
The ‘sole’ of summer: ECCO Shoes
Whether strolling along the beach, exploring foreign cities, punting at the races or going out for late, alfresco dinners – everyone craves sleek, minimalist style at their feet and soft, comfortable soles in the heat of summer. In addition to delivering lightweight, modern comfort, a new collection of ECCO FLUIDFORM™ […]
Supporting your fitness journey: Bodyfix
Bodyfix was established in 2011 by a group of health and fitness professionals as a space for anyone and everyone to feel supported and empowered. Today, the boutique gym has more than 39 group classes per week, with something for all ages, abilities and fitness levels. Members enjoy the unique range of […]
Hanmer’s home away from home: Village Lake Apartments
For the ultimate luxurious getaway, set in the heart of beautiful Hanmer Springs, one simply cannot overlook Village Lake Apartments, where exceptional hospitality awaits. Their modern spacious apartments are the perfect place for any occasion, whether a romantic getaway, family escape or even a corporate meeting. Village Lake Apartments provides […]
Showcasing race fashions: Kjole Style
Race day – Melbourne Cup Day; New Zealand Cup Day. So very exciting, but what to wear? The panic; the anxiety. Relax – Kjole Style in Hanmer Springs has it all in hand. At their Melbourne Cup Day event in the village they will showcase race day outfits, especially […]
From waste to worth
Foodbank Canterbury is a non-profit food rescue charity that’s been flying under the radar, salvaging perfectly safe, healthy and usable food that would otherwise be destined for landfill and redistributing it to organisations that support those in need. Three-and-a-half years ago, after having seen and experienced the impact of food […]
Race Day Round Up
It’s the week we’ve all been waiting for. From horseracing and entertainment through to fashion and food (not to mention bubbles!), Christchurch’s most iconic event on the sporting and social calendar is creeping closer. Here’s a curated collection of some of the hottest happenings to help you celebrate Cup Week in style. […]
Are you the Best Dressed?: Q&A with Jackie O’Fee
The whispers of Cup and Show Week are starting to be heard around town, so Metropol caught up with Jackie O’Fee of Signature Style and six-time judge for Addington Raceway’s Fashion Competition to get her take on how to prepare for this year. Signature Style is your company/brand. What […]
