From the Editor: 29 April 2021
For 23 years, Metropol has been telling Canterbury’s stories; tales of success, resilience, grit and community. Taking on the role of editor was certainly a daunting task. One I can wholeheartedly say I have poured myself into, alongside a dedicated team of writers, designers, photographers, office staff and sales superstars. […]
Hotere comes to town
A free exhibition of one of New Zealand’s most important artists is showing at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. Ralph Hotere: Ātete (to resist) is co-curated by Christchurch Art Gallery and Dunedin Public Art Gallery and brings together works from collections across the country. Photo: Ralph Hotere in […]
Fur-ever friends
Dogs of all ages and breeds are saved at Dogwatch, a Christchurch charity which has been rehoming abandoned and surrendered dogs for 35 years – with no government or council funding. Need for its services, and forever homes for its hounds, is showing no signs of subsiding. From its five-acre, […]
Dealing to dyslexia
The Dyslexia Foundation of New Zealand estimates 70,000 schoolchildren in Aotearoa are affected by dyslexia; that equates to one in 10 of us. Beth Beamish is the mother of one such child, and recently she published a book on the subject, Dyslexia: Wrestling with an Octopus. Q. Beth, when you […]
Location, location, location
So the proposal is locked in, and you’ve set the date. But now another question arises: Where should you tie the knot? Luckily, Canterbury is home to an array of urban and rural venues which will ensure a memorable day for all. Not to mention those locations on our doorstep, too. […]
Something new…
Choosing a wedding gift can be a daunting task; you want to purchase something special which will be well used and loved by the loved-up couple, but there is so much to choose from! So, here are Metropol’s tips for picking a winning wedding gift. TASTE OF LUXURY As the happy […]
Meet the marketplace for movers making prices fairer: Wise Move
Problem: You’re about to move a large item. Say it’s a motorcycle you’ve ordered from Oamaru that you’d like brought up to Rangiora. If there’s just one of you, and your item weighs 300 kilograms, you realise you’re not going to be able to fit it in your car or ute, let […]
It’s getting hot in here! The Court Theatre
A Christchurch institution for 50 years, The Court Theatre continues presenting world-class entertainment this May with the classic Kiwi comedy Ladies Night. The story follows Barry and his friends, who are down on their luck after getting kicked out of a nightclub on a Saturday night. When they find out […]
Going, going, sold! Mike Pero Real Estate Northcote
Experienced Mike Pero Real Estate agents Annette Pendergast and Sahab Hussain know a thing or two about selling property. They share five key elements which help to ensure the best outcome in a quality campaign and successful sale. How much is my property worth? “After viewing your home, a market […]
Never too old to play with toys: Christchurch Toy Hobby Fair
For Carville Stewart, toys are not just a hobby, but a way of life. “I am a certified toy collector,” he laughs. It’s this enthusiasm which led him to create the annual Christchurch Toy and Hobby Fair four years ago. Supported by trades, collectors, hobbyists and modellers, items for sale […]
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