Changing the game
Winning the Rugby World Cup was the end goal for the Black Ferns in 2022’s competition, but taking the victory together is something Alana and Chelsea Bremner will never forget. Metropol’s Nina Tucker catches up with the Little River rugby stars about what the win means for women’s rugby, how life is looking […]
Sustainable royal treat
Hundreds packed into Cathedral Square in Christchurch on 17 February to catch a glimpse of Anne, Princess Royal. Aside from meeting an adoring public, Princess Anne took time out for a spot of sustainable fashion therapy while visiting the Garden City. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch explains… Royalist pride was front and centre when […]
Ōtautahi, Christchurch, here we come!: ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Following a truncated weekend of racing in Sydney, New Zealand’s SailGP team is heading into its long-awaited home debut, second on the Season 3 Leaderboard, with France hot on its tail. With the top four teams neck and neck, it will be all to play for as the fleet push their limits on […]
Leaving a legacy: ChristchurchNZ
The world’s most exciting racing on water is nearly here, and with the start line in sight, Whakaraupō, Lyttelton Harbour is soon to come alive as the best sailors in the world take to the water. Whether you are a sailing fanatic or new to the sport, nothing beats backing Kiwi athletes in […]
Lyttelton, historic to hipster
Soon to host the upcoming ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, Lyttelton, a port town located on the picturesque Banks Peninsula, is an area rich in architectural history. In 2009 Lyttelton was awarded Category I Historic Area status by the Historic Places Trust. The town’s historical significance was severely impacted by the devastating […]
Floral trends: Victoria Florists
Looking for the latest floral trends? Look no further than Victoria Florists’ website. With “Petal Talk,” a blog that covers current flower trends and the meanings behind various types of flowers, you’ll find everything you need in one place. The team at Victoria Florists also stays on top of the game by using […]
Greece is the word: Breaking Plates
“Opa!” If you were one of the thousands that once partied through our city’s two renowned Greek eateries, the Mykonos and the Santorini, then brace yourself for a blast from your past. Breaking Plates – The Musical is an epic show that transports you back to those halcyon nights when nobody stayed seated […]
Editor’s perspective: Enjoy the read
I’m a magazine junkie from way back, whether it’s the latest science journal, my husband’s boating publications, a lifestyle magazine such as Metropol, or a relaxing fashion fix. During the pandemic, many magazines folded, although post-Covid-19 there are now more published nationally than pre-pandemic. Lifestyle magazines are one of life’s essentials, with a […]
Realty rocks their world
John and Lynette McFadden are well known Christchurch real estate professionals, with more than 26 years in the industry. They own New Zealand’s No 1 residential office and francise for Harcourts. They talk to Metropol about working together and philanthropy. Not everyone would find it easy, or preferable, to work so closely with […]
Inspiring others
“Your value will be not what you know; it will be what you share.” Ginni Rometty. This quote proved inspirational for Christine (Chris) Korako, pictured, who now shares her knowledge to inspire others. H er inspiration comes from anything “that gives me ideas, energy and positive emotion”. “People inspire me, particularly those who […]
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