For cookie lovers
Metropol editor Lynda Papesch catches up with Christchurch businessman Guy Pope-Mayell, whose cookies are among New Zealand’s most trusted brands. Earning the nation‘s trust is no mean feat, even in little old New Zealand. Yet trust, by the bucketful, just like his iconic cookies, is what entrepreneur Guy Pope-Mayell has reaped. In Reader’s Digest’s 24th […]
The wow of Wellington
Tickets are on sale now for the 2023 WOW – World of WearableArt show in Wellington. A major attraction in Wellington from 20 September to 8 October, WOW draws many visitors to that region, offering an amazing opportunity to experience the vibe of the country’s capital city, and its multitude of attractions. Here are a […]
Editor’s perspective: WOW
As this month’s front cover indicates, it’s a WOW of a time, and not just in Christchurch. Wellington is the home of WOW, the World of WearableArt spectacular, and tickets are already on sale now for the September/October event. Our capital city is an amazing place to visit, so if you’re heading to WOW, we […]
Comforting cancer support
Christchurch’s new Cancer Centre (pictured) is well under way, assisted by a recent $400,000 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT). The new centre will be a place of support for people with breast cancer, bowel cancer, lung cancer, melanoma, leukaemia, and many other forms of cancer. In addition to providing accommodation and other […]
Leadership potential: Peter Townsend
One of the most exciting programmes we run at Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct is our “Future Leaders Programme”. We have just completed two, week-long programmes involving over 40 final year health sector students, from a variety of disciplines. In a sector and a society calling out for strong leadership, it is encouraging to witness […]
Full speed ahead: Leeann Watson
I have seen Christchurch described recently as New Zealand’s ‘newest city’. The signals are certainly clear. Our city is now – more than ever – seen as a modern city in which to work, live, and play. We have relatively affordable housing, easy commutes, natural beauty at our doorstep, and many opportunities for employment. Our […]
An evolving city: Alison Adams
Ōtautahi Christchurch is a city on the cusp of an amazing period in its history. With the development of new infrastructure, the embracing of our bi-cultural heritage and the vibrant atmosphere in our new central social district, it’s certainly an exciting time to be here. As the city continues to evolve, it’s important that the […]
A spectacular show on ice
Ahead of Cirque Du Soleil’s CRYSTAL arrival in Christchurch, Metropol’s Nina Tucker caught up with acrobat and artistic coach Nathan Boyle, who will help bring the ice spectacular to life. “Let me run away and join the circus,” was the plea from Nathan to his mother, after watching his first Cirque Du Soleil show as […]
What a buzz: Phil Mauger
We’re coming to the end of autumn, but I’m still thinking about the buzz that was in town throughout the tourist season. It’s safe to say Christchurch has hita turning point. The city is positioning itself as being a vibrant destination, and next year it’s looking like it will be even busier. Earlier this month, […]
Register your firearms
New Zealand will soon have a new firearms registry. If you’re a firearms licence holder, you’re required to register information about your arms items from 24 June 2023. There’s no charge for registering your firearms. The Registry will help us make New Zealand safer. You have until 24 June 2028 to register your firearms. However, […]
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