Jacinda Ardern’s milestone year: Q&A with Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has just celebrated one year in the country’s top role, so Metropol caught up with her about rolling with the punches, the Christchurch rebuild and the joy of motherhood. What has your first year in office taught you? Patience and gratitude. Everything takes longer than you’d like […]
Dream-Maker: Marijke Sheppad
Buying a lifestyle property can be the dream for a lot of Kiwis seeking the pleasure of rural living – but beware! There are pitfalls for the uninitiated and that’s where knowledge and experience of a trusted, helpful real estate agent can be your best asset. Look no further than […]
Brokers behind the business
Boutique business brokers Tabak Business Sales understands that the decision to put your cherished business on the market is about much more than the numbers on the bottom line. Partner Damien Fahey says, “Tabak does it differently to other brokerages. We take the time to get to know our clients […]
Foodie down under: Nigella Lawson
She’s one of our most beloved foodies, having sold more than ten million cookbooks worldwide, now Christchurch has the chance to meet the woman behind the cookbooks. Direct from London’s West End, Nigella Lawson is heading a brand-new show, An Evening with Nigella Lawson, where she tells her own remarkable […]
Local designer hit offshore: Shannon Thompson
Local designer Shannon Thompson has been making sartorial waves across the globe, after representing Aotearoa at Vancouver Fashion Week last month introducing her fashion label, Out Of Comfort, to the world stage. Having worked globally as a stylist and menswear designer, she launched her first collection in October last year. […]
A broad legal skillset: Lawrence Wong
Kannangara Thomson partner Lawrence Wong says that joining the firm has been a great move for him and his clients. After 40 years in the law mostly at one larger Christchurch firm, Lawrence finds the relaxed and friendly environment at Kannangara Thomson refreshing. Having spent a significant part of his […]
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