From farm to yarn: Hemprino
Success is built from belief in your vision, perseverance, and courage in the face of adversity, and these local farmers producing world-leading hemp and merino blend knitwear are doing just that. Three farming couples – Prue and Paul Ensor of Glenaan Station, Siobhan and Christopher O’Malley from the West Coast, and Harriet and Clint Bell […]
On tour with Mel Parsons
Indie folk artist Mel Parsons, set to release her new album Sabotage in June this year, shares with Metropol writer Daniella Judge what it takes to make a life as a touring artist. Growing up on the West Coast, the soundscape of Mel’s childhood was the ocean rolling in. It was no wonder, in 2009 […]
Revolutionising hair removal: KM Surgical
Gone are the days of messy, ineffective, and all too painful hair removal treatments. The Lumenis Splendor X™ is changing the way we achieve soft, smooth, and hairless skin. Designed to safely remove hair from any skin type or tone, the treatment, gaining fast popularity, is available at premium Christchurch dermatology facility KM Surgical. Targeting […]
Proudly Christchurch made: ILS
In this era of mass-produced imports flooding the country, to have access to anything locally made is both special and unique. Take optical lenses for instance. There remains only one New Zealand manufacturer of these products, and that manufacturer is here in Christchurch. ILS (Independent Lens Specialists) was founded in 2006 by Glenn Bolton and […]
Honey supple
Rich with natural enzymes, antibacterial properties, and anti-inflammatories, the sweet offering by bees doubles as a fabulous formula for the skin. It’s long been known for moisture retention and complexion smoothing properties, yet honey is just returning to the beauty sphere for its skin-healing abilities. Tightening, brightening, and regenerating, honey can be a helpful boost […]
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