new sport takes off in the red zone
A new and novel sport is taking off in Christchurch’s red zone. Drone racing – where competitors navigate the remote-controlled flying devices through a series of obstacles at speeds of up to 160km/h – is drawing crowds to the land left vacant after the Canterbury earthquakes. Racing drones are custom-built […]
From the Editor: 04 March 2021
Each fortnight at Metropol we’re privileged to showcase the new and noteworthy. On our pages, across cuisine, fashion, home, beauty, health, hospitality, architecture, motoring, events and travel we aim to bring a definitive collection of what’s worth knowing about in Canterbury and the South Island. And in this issue, we […]
The business of farming: Lincoln University Agribusiness
The oldest university in New Zealand, Lincoln, has a long connection to the country’s primary industries and is at the forefront of agricultural research and business. But not only does the institute teach the country’s future generations of farmers – it also partners with people, government and entities to offer advice, research […]
Strait for Christchurch
Her eponymous brand is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable fashion labels, and has long been inspired by the landscapes of the south. Now Juliette Hogan has put down roots here with a new store The Crossing. Metropol catches up with the designer about bridging the Cook Strait, where her love story […]
Are you up for the challenge? Wellbeing Challenege
Now is the time to create wellbeing habits to boost your immune system and reduce stress. The Wellbeing Challenge is a fun and social way to do this. One of the things I have noticed this year, is that many people are tired already despite having had a break. Stress is […]
Casting the net wider: Ricoh Pandemic Pivot
Pandemic-induced closed restaurants meant casting the net wider for Christchurch’s Oceans North Seafood, which quickly whipped up an online ordering and home delivery service for Kiwi foodies and families keen to join the ilk of the country’s top chefs and restaurants. A long-time preferred wholesaler for premium and sustainably sourced […]
Protecting your privacy
A recent Apple update is being touted as big news for consumers, who can now opt out of brands using their data. It’s just the latest move by the tech giant to give users more protection for their ever valuable data, and is being labelled as “seismic” for consumers and digital media […]
Business sales set to grow: LINK Business
Low interest rates, retiring baby boomers, returning expats, migration and growing business confidence as New Zealand remains Covid-19-free is contributing to a “cautiously optimistic” Canterbury business community, according to LINK Business Brokers’ latest market update. LINK Christchurch Sales Manager Katherine Shepherd says local Canterbury businesses have found themselves in a […]
Ripe & ready
A day of indulging in the spoils of one of the world’s finest wine and food producing regions is on the agenda for those heading to Ripe next month. The Wānaka Wine and Food Festival is a celebration of the best of Central Otago’s rich culture and cuisine. More than […]
Aging in style: St Albans Arvida
Studies show that by 2051 there will be 1.18million people aged 65 and over in New Zealand, an increase of 165 percent since 1999. It’s an unchangeable fact that we are all going to age, so why not do so in style? Metropol caught up with Arvida St Albans facility manager Symone […]
Read the latest issue
