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A statement leviathan

One could never accuse Mercedes-Benz of lacking in choice when it comes to SUVs. Those wanting the pinnacle of size and luxury would naturally defer to the flagship GLS. With the exception of its opulent Maybach variant, the GLS450d and its AMG counterpart represent the zenith of Mercedes-Benz luxury for those wanting space and a […]

Choosing a perfume

Shopping for perfume? Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch offers some suggestions, taking inspiration from various astrological insights into preferences and personality traits for the various signs of the Zodiac. Arians are strong personalities, love floral fragrances for their romance and sensuality, and enjoy dynamic citrus notes. Taureans can be both stubborn and thoughtful. Spicy fragrances echo […]

A family-filled sunny season

Family and summer go together like fish and chips at sunset. Make the best memories by choosing your activity by age. UNDER 12 For the youngsters, embracing summer involves diving into swimming pools and racing along inflatables. Christchurch is home to several local swimming pools, many of which offer pool parties throughout the summer period. […]

Wash that body: Check Your Bits

A life-threatening scare four years ago led a Christchurch couple to create a unique bodywash, aimed at women and men using it to regularly check for cancer signs. Aptly named Check Your Bits, the bodywash is the brainchild of Tamara Milne and Ryan Newman, inspired by their own experience with breast cancer in 2020. “We […]

Dinosaurs & good deeds: Jurassic Adventure

Christchurch’s prehistoric theme park is ramping up for the holiday season. With business partner Peter Gatonyi, Aaron Keown has successfully curated an immersive, sensory, and all-round thrilling experience with Jurassic Adventure. Celebrate and spend time with family with this holiday special, The Big 3: experience the Mini Golf, Dino Dig, and Raptor Run maze, all […]