Collective action: The Kowhai Collective
Craft lovers rejoice, Kowhai Collective has brought the best of locally made arts, crafts and homewares to the central city. Tucked into the SALT district near Little High Eatery and Utopia Ice ice cream store, and opposite C1 Espresso, Kowhai Collective is just waiting to be discovered. Stocking an enchanting range of unique items […]
Looks, power and performance: Christchurch European
The Porsche Boxster needs no introduction to the sports car faithful. Since the original was launched in 1996, so many in the premium sports car market have been playing catch up to this mid-engine German soft top adrenaline pump. This 718 Boxster, on loan from the team at Christchurch European, is probably the most […]
From the Editor: 12 November 2020
We’re here. The tail end of 2020 has arrived, and those Christmas lights at the end of the tunnel are starting to glow brighter. So, too, are the longer days and anticipation for the season of socialising and celebration. In Canterbury, the commencement of silly season is traditionally signalled by Cup Week. An […]
In tune with change
It has been a remarkable year for many reasons. And not least for a dozen girls at The Cathedral Grammar School who make up the Girl Choristers, the first group of its kind in the school’s 139-year history. Metropol finds out more about the trailblazing initiative. Equality sounded very harmonious recently, when 12 […]
Time travel possible? Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
After the year we have all had, it seems as if Marty McFly and Doc had the right idea when they jumped into that time machine. Planning your Christmas work function and want to do something memorable? How about a trip back to the iconic decade of leg warmers, big hair and neon everything – […]
The (Jersey) Boys are back in town: The Court Theatre
Get ready for the show of the summer as international hit Jersey Boys makes its Canterbury debut! Running at The Court Theatre from November 21, Jersey Boys is the Tony-Award winning smash musical that tells the rags-to-riches story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, offering one hell of a night out at […]
The Influencers: Joanna Norris
With August 2020 spending in the central city down 4 percent compared to the same month last year and tourism related industries showing a greater decrease, it’s more important than ever to support local. Major events play an essential role in supporting social and economic prosperity and help create a vibrant atmosphere. BLOOM is our […]
The Influencers: Marian Johnson
For the last few days, I have been helping eight finalists of the HealthTech Supernode Challenge prepare their five-minute presentations for the upcoming final Demo Night where they will compete for $340,000 of in-kind and cash prizes. It’s been pretty interesting work hearing about the healthtech innovations of our future and meeting the researchers, students, […]
The Influencers: Lianne Dalziel
While the year 2050 may seem like a long time away, when I look around the city today, I can imagine that future even though I won’t be here to enjoy it. But that, in itself, is the wake-up call we need. If we are to meet the needs of future generations, we need to […]
Roofing all covered: DCM Roofing
“It is our intention to do the right thing by our customers, every time, and for a long time to come too,” so says Iain McPhail, Director of local and independent roofing company DCM Roofing. Working across Canterbury and into Hanmer Springs, the team at DCM specialises in completing the entire roofing […]
