From the editor: 14 April 2022
Happy together Everybody loves a wedding and once a year Metropol wraps the local marriage scene up in ribbon and tulle and delivers it to our readers in one amazing package. This is it, our annual wedding issue which is packed full of people, places and present ideas; everything essential for your wedding. […]
Dancing the night away
Get your dancing shoes ready for one of the best nights of the year. The Cholmondeley team and principal partner ILAM Toyota, are hosting a fun-filled night of auctions, drinks, degustation-style canapés, and dancing to the live music of ‘The Corks’. “Cholmondeley Children’s Centre’s focus is that every child leaves with enhanced well-being […]
An eye for detail
With over 20 years of working closely with brides, Lisa Dermott has plenty of experience when it comes to the beautiful gowns that are often the star of wedding day celebrations. Metropol’s Georgia Summerton chats to her about what she has learnt during her career in the bridal industry, and what success comes […]
Inspired by nature
Self-taught sustainable jewellery artist Julia Banks has always been creative. “I enjoy exploring the beauty of everyday objects and my surroundings.” When she found herself some land in the rural countryside of Greendale, her eye for design saw it transformed it into a brand new heritage-style home and 2.5 acres of landscaped garden […]
Paper, creature, stone exhibit
Creatures from the distant past or visitors from another dimension? An arresting new exhibition from internationally renowned Kiwi artist Francis Upritchard features a range of human and animal forms made from balata rubber, a curious substance extracted from trees in Brazil. The new exhibition ‘Paper, Creature, Stone’ also includes ceramic works, figurative sculptures […]
Open finance benefits
Open finance is tipped to become the standard for consumers’ financial welfare and empowerment, according to a new Aotearoa fintech research report. FinTechNZ executive director Jason Roberts says the huge opportunities for Kiwi businesses and consumers can’t be ignored; with open finance set to increase competition and innovation across many sectors. “Emerging fintech […]
Keeping cryptocurrency safe: BitPrime
Over 16 billion (NZD) worth of cryptocurrency was stolen between 2011 and late 2019. It generally boiled down to one vital thing, private keys. Anyone can access a wallet’s coins if they have the private key. The best idea is to store crypto in a wallet where you’re in control of the private […]
Open Christchurch 2022
On 30 April and 1 May, Open Christchurch returns for a celebration of Christchurch’s special spaces and hidden gems. This year’s architectural experiences include a private, Tokyo-style residence, and an award-winning kōhanga reo. People are invited to explore the city in different ways, whether that be discovering the elegant floating pavilion of the […]
Riding in style and luxury: The Purrfect Ride
The purr of the luxury car engine matches your purrs of pleasure as you are collected and delivered to your chosen destination. Whether you are making the life-changing journey to your wedding, are floating off Cinderella-style to a ball, treating a friend, or when VIP handling is non-negotiable, the way you travel sets […]
Plan to be pampered: Moss Spa
A couple’s wedding day is a day of high-octane adrenaline, flowing champagne, joyous laughter and endless photo ops. For the bride especially, the desire to be the star of her biggest show is paramount, and if she has planned ahead, come her wedding day, she will look sensational. Moss Spa recommends brides start […]
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