A life of passion and purpose
Ali Harper is the embodiment of living life to the fullest, and she’s bringing Judy Garland back to life. Award-winning actress and singer, Ali Harper is preparing for her highly anticipated new show Judy’s Encore. Picture this: it’s 1967 and Judy Garland is back in Australia after her disastrous tour several years earlier. […]
Co-learning, co-educational and cutting-edge with Mark Wilson: St Andrew’s College
With a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in both independent and state schools, Mark Wilson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his new role as the 11th Rector of St Andrew’s College. In his first few months, he has been on a ‘treasure hunt’ to meet the good people here, and […]
Outdoor health & safety changes
Legislative changes to workplace health and safety are expected to be introduced before the end of 2025 and passed in early 2026. The reform aims to scrap over compliance, ensuring there’s less paperwork, giving businesses, employers and workers clarity on health and safety responsibilities, says Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden. […]
Comfort for life on the go: Kakapo Linen
For many, exploring New Zealand’s stunning scenery means hitting the road in a caravan, motorhome or boat. The joy of adventure can sometimes be dampened by ill-fitting bedding. With no standard sizing for caravan mattresses – some being wider, shorter, or oddly shaped – traditional linen often leaves excess fabric, wasting valuable space. […]
Relax in luxury: Village Lake Luxury Apartments
Hanmer Springs is known for its beautiful natural hot pools, picturesque landscapes, and stunning heritage forests. The resort town is bustling in winter with plenty of activities to enjoy, including hiking, mountain biking, horse trekking, golf, and jet boating. With all the excitement on offer comes the need for somewhere to cosy up […]
Inspiring our next generation of global thinkers: Selwyn House School
At Selwyn House School, principal Julie Calder and staff strongly believe that the early years of education are pivotal in shaping the future. As a girls-only full primary school (Years 1 – 8), we are committed to providing each student with the support, opportunities, and encouragement needed to excel academically and personally,” says […]
Lending basics: Mylend Mortgage Advisor
The lending and insurance landscape is always evolving. At Mylend, we like to make things easy for our clients. We actively encourage having a pre-approval completed before you start house hunting. This way you know exactly how much you can spend, and you have a set time frame that the approval will be […]
Editor’s note: I bid you all adieu
Farewell Christchurch. Four years after I took the reins as editor of Metropol magazine, I’m retiring and heading off on a new adventure. My time with Metropol and Christchurch has shown me the resilience of the city, its wider environs, and the magazine. Watching and being part of the continued growth of Christchurch […]
A balanced approach to learning
ROUTINE. CONSISTENCY. ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL A family-owned boutique tutoring service transforms student learning outcomes by offering an individualised approach in boarding houses across New Zealand. Hazlett Tutoring has gone from strength to strength, first offering boarding house tutoring in Dunedin, to opening in boarding houses in Christchurch, Hamilton, and Auckland. […]
Fly ZING AIR with Metropol’s deputy editor Nina Tucker
I once wondered what it might be like to fly on a private jet. Thanks to a delightful collaboration between KFC New Zealand and Super Rugby, I no longer need to. KFC’s private airline, Zing Air, transported myself and six lucky Cantabrians to Auckland in mid-March – where we would watch the Crusaders […]
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