Doing well while doing good: Craigs Investment Partners

Sustainability is a growing topic of interest, with investors and the general public alike. Sustainability isn’t just about climate change; it also means thinking about social factors, as well as governance. These factors impact and resonate with everyone differently which is why we cannot simply look at purchasing or investing decisions as ‘good’ […]

Planning for retirement: PH Wealth

The sooner the better is the best possible advice when it comes to planning and saving for retirement. Age 30, 40 and 50 may seem a long way off, and 65 incomprehensible, but come the day you do decide to opt for a life of retirement, early planning will prove invaluable. That’s where […]

A helping hand: Ricoh

Every child deserves a fair chance, and Christchurch businesswoman Lisa Mead is helping many of them achieve it. Founder of accounting and business advisory firm Social Currency, Lisa is investing in the next generation through a business model that donates 10 percent of all sales to help at-risk youth in Aotearoa. A chartered […]

Be careful what you wish for…..

If you think you know all there is to know about the musical Little Shop of Horrors perhaps you might need to think again. The Court Theatre’s summer revival of Little Shop of Horrors gives a fresh take to this genially gruesome classic. The shop itself has morphed into a van – a […]

Shaping the future: Anderson Lloyd

Resource Management is a dynamic and rapidly changing area of law, with ambitious reforms planned. That’s where Anderson Lloyd partner Sarah Eveleigh comes into play. For Sarah, the most enjoyable part of her practice is the variety of work each day, and the team nature of this area of law. Having graduated with […]

How great thou art: Windsor Gallery

Art aficionados have much to look forward to when Windsor Gallery launches its Open Weekend on November 6 and 7, from 10am to 4pm. Renowned for exhibiting the cream of artists, both national and international, the gallery has a strong focus on contemporary works that transform vast wall spaces into something magnificent. The […]

From the editor: 14 October 2021

“Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering ‘it will be happier’…” – Alfred, Lord Tennyson We all need hope, especially when times are tough. Hope comes in different guises. As the days become warmer, many hope that they can head out and enjoy some of the exciting events on […]

Justine Smith

Comedienne Justine Smith has fond memories of growing up in Christchurch as she explains to Metropol editor Lynda Papesch, ahead of a return to the city as part of the 7 Days Live tour. Recognisable for her appearances and humour on shows such as the Comedy Gala, AotearoHA, TV3’s After Hours, and Funny […]

A city in full BLOOM

A key part of BLOOM is the ‘bouquet’ of fun spring activities for young and old, including: Explore spring flowers – you can’t help but trip over daffodils, cherry blossoms and a host of other beautiful flowers as you travel around Christchurch. Head to Hagley Park or the Kurashiki Gardens in Halswell to […]

Family fun in Otautahi Christchurch

Explore the great outdoors with giant swings, playgrounds, shipwrecks, and wildlife. Here are the top seven family activities for spring in Christchurch. 1. Breakfast at Margaret Mahy Playground Pack a picnic breakfast the night before and surprise the kids with breakfast at the Margaret Mahy Playground. Make use of the free electric BBQs […]