Creating metal magic
Buildings come in all shapes, sizes, designs, and materials, including an increasing number comprising various types of metal. Copper, roofing iron, and corrugated iron are all popular choices in modern architecture. Contemporary corrugated iron is extremely weatherproof, so it offers an excellent, cost-effective solution in areas exposed to wind, rain, snow, and hot, dry conditions. […]
A new beginning with Gretchen La Roche
What do books, theatre, Indian food and indulgent cakes have in common? The answer is The Court Theatre’s new executive director Gretchen La Roche, who spoke with Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch recently. Described as well-respected and a seasoned arts executive, Gretchen La Roche is multi-layered, like a well-written play. Returning to Christchurch to lead The Court […]
$30 million urgent funding needed for cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Limited (CCRL) has four months to find the project a new funding pathway, or it will be “mothballed” indefinitely. Chair of CCRL Mark Stewart announced, early in April, that the group has until August this year to secure a funding pathway to reinstate the iconic cathedral, largely destroyed in the 2011 […]
Radical acceptance with Kirsten Ellis
Moving forward is an impossibly heavy task after losing a partner. For Kirsten Ellis, it became the only way out of losing herself to grief. Soon, she would become a business scholarship award-winner and triple her business’ revenue, all while navigating parenthood alone. She tells Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker how. Losing her husband Austin […]
Healthy skin with skinimalism
Just a few years ago, having hundreds of different products and targeting every possible skin issue was all the rage. Now, ‘skinimalism’ is in. Rooted in the idea that ‘less is more’, skinimalism strips away the unnecessary steps in your skincare routine in favour of products that are more effective and efficient. It’s like applying […]
Hanmer for the holidays
If you are in desperate need of a spot that fosters relaxation while stimulating adventure, Hanmer Springs has it all. For a week, a weekend, or just a day, it is a quintessential Canterbury holiday location, one we will never get sick of. Serenity and leisure make up the atmosphere in Hanmer, while the thrill […]
Warm for winter
While their warm coats help to keep the chill at bay, pets still feel the cold when the temperatures plummet. Especially true for older, thinner, or short-haired pets, the cold weather increases the risk of illness and sore joints, and an unsettled, unhappy pet. Even if they are kept primarily inside, heat rises, and if […]
Cosy colours
Decorating to add a cosy feel to home interiors during winter doesn’t necessarily mean splashing hot colours around. Red may add the illusion of heat, yet so too will darker blues, greens, browns, and even purples will add a feeling of warmth, and help to create a more intimate atmosphere. Think deep, rich jewel colours […]
Outerwear for him and her
Head out in complementing colours and coats, making use of the deep, cocooning hues that emerge in both women’s and men’s fashion as the weather cools. Embrace dark palettes with chestnut browns, metallic golds, and deep greens, opting for colours that prove versatile year-round. Pair with moments of glossy black for that chic New York […]
Break out the bowls
Warming, nourishing, and comforting, soup might almost be the perfect meal. At home, work, and even exploring Canterbury’s great outdoors, soup is a highly versatile meal, making it great for any weather, and particularly welcoming during autumn and winter. Soup makes excellent use of leftovers, and can be cooked in large batches and frozen for […]