An evolving city: Alison Adams
Ōtautahi Christchurch is a city on the cusp of an amazing period in its history. With the development of new infrastructure, the embracing of our bi-cultural heritage and the vibrant atmosphere in our new central social district, it’s certainly an exciting time to be here. As the city continues to evolve, it’s important […]
Pump up the volume: Soundline Audio
As nights become longer and more time is spent indoors, it’s the ideal time to upgrade your indoor entertainment setup. Whether having friends over to watch a rugby game, or a movie, the Sonus faber Nova range of speakers is a must-have addition. Available from the team at Soundline Audio, these speakers are […]
Behind an iconic kiwi brand
Take a teaspoon of baking powder, fold in an art deco building and legacy gardens, add an iconic Kiwi brand, a dash of philanthropy, and you have a rich slice of social and culinary history. More than 140 years since Thomas and Jane Edmonds arrived in New Zealand, the full story of an […]
Fresh faces: Haar Design
Haar Design is proud to introduce its new and seasoned stylists to Metropol readers. Caroline Haar, the salon director, is a multi-award winning stylist with over 20 years of experience. She is dedicated to sharing her knowledge with her team. Holly Westenra, a senior stylist with over seven years of experience, is passionate […]
Changes are coming
New Zealand should have a new standard contract for the construction of building and civil engineering projects (NZS 3910:2023) by October this year. The existing contract has undergone a major overhaul, and is now available for consultation, until the end of June. The NZS 3910 is the contract most commonly used in New […]




























