I’m in the mood for lighting
Customisable lighting helps set the mood, and enhance the experience of almost any occasion. Metropol’s Gadget Guru Ian Knott explores some very clever options. Whether it’s a romantic night in, an action movie night, sporting occasion, video game session, or just some ambient room lighting; being able to change colours and brightness is very handy. […]
Make them stare, brunch wear
End-of-year celebrations often take the form of a brunch, whether it’s a glamourous birthday outing, or a work end-of-year do. See the latest pieces from spring and summer collections that make for breezy and stunning daytime event wear, ideal for a brunch.
Fairways to good health with Sir Bob Charles
Many Cantabrians will have heard of golfing legend Sir Bob Charles. Metropol writer Neville Idour looks back at how this iconic sportsman stayed fit and healthy during his career. Arguably one of New Zealand’s greatest sportsmen, and certainly its best golfer, Sir Bob Charles firmly believes his healthy lifestyle has stood him in good stead […]
Fab foodie Tina Duncan
A lifetime love affair with food for renowned Canterbury cook, caterer, and tutor, Tina Duncan, came together with the launch of her self-published book, Plated, earlier this month. One of New Zealand’s culinary gems, she talks to Metropol. Tina Duncan has always had a deep love for cooking for others, around the kitchen table, at […]
Dr Libby says…
Dr Libby is returning to Christchurch in October with her latest tour, Bouncing Back: ways to feel better when you don’t know how. We sat down with her to get her two cents on energy and why it’s such a big issue for so many people. What drives a lack of energy? Most people tend […]
Against all odds – Simon Challies
Amongst the names of those recognised in the King’s Birthday and Coronation Honours List of 2023 was local businessman and entrepreneur Simon Challies. Metropol writer Céline Gibson explains why. Simon Challies says it felt extraordinary and meaningful to receive the New Zealand Order of Merit (for services to people with neurological conditions) because it is […]
Flying high with Paul Francis
Self-confessed “birdaholic”, Cantabrian Paul Francis tells Metropol why he’s dedicated to photographing the country’s feathered friends. “Hi, my name is Paul and I’m a birdaholic. I’ve always wanted to say that,” he laughs. Paul explains that many people think bird photography is an addiction, and in some ways it is. “You’re constantly itching to get […]
Misson possible with Emma Lewisham
Back from London Fashion Week, and launching an innovative new product, Kiwi skincare queen Emma Lewisham continues her mission to become the global benchmark in beauty products. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch looks back on her journey. Many women will be familiar with the beautiful purple and pink glass jars and bottles housing Emma Lewisham’s eponymous […]
Storytelling with Jason Gunn
Everyone has a story to tell, and there are plenty of stages on which television personality and communications coach Jason Gunn can bring life to them. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch explains. W hen Jason Gunn describes himself, the word storyteller rings out loudly across the airwaves. He’s many things – actor, broadcaster, communication coach, entertainer, […]
Bob, Pixie, and Bixie
Hair styles come and go, often a re-invention of a previous fashionable cut. Take “Bob” and “Pixie” cuts, for example. This spring and summer, along with short crops and bobs, we have the “Bixie”, a combination of both. Bobs are shorter, with a square length, cropped fringes, internal layers and wispy face framing texture. New […]
