House work can always wait
When it comes to juggling family and work, there’s no secret formula, says life and wellness coach Gemma McCaw. She is used to balancing family, and work, especially with the arrival in April of baby daughter Ella. “There are times when you feel like you’re nailing it, and other times when the balance feels totally […]
Mussels with Pernod and fennel recipe
This is a French recipe, from a visiting winemaker in New Zealand for the wine harvest. An aniseed wheel may be substituted for Pernod, to make a non-alcoholic version, and fennel can be replaced with sliced onions. Serve with crusty French bread. Ingredients 1 Tbsp butter 2 fennel bulbs, cut into slivers 4 cloves garlic, […]
Talking cricket and golf with Stephen Fleming
Popular New Zealand sportsman Stephen Fleming talks to Neville Idour about golf, cricket, and life. Stephen Fleming forged his name in New Zealand history as one of the country’s best cricket captains and batsmen, and post retirement has proven to be one of the top coaches in the T20 Indian Premier League. The current head […]
South Island adventure
Pack your car, here is an itinerary for the best winter in Te Waipounamu. Day 1: Arrival in Oamaru Begin your South Island adventure by arriving in the charming town of Oamaru. Explore the Victorian Precinct with its beautifully preserved historic buildings and unique shops. Enjoy a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, savouring Oamaru’s […]
Heavenly headboards
At the heart of every bedroom, a bed, its frame and headboard sits waiting to provide another good nights’ sleep. Feature headboards are an easy way to liven up the heart of your bedroom and make it more than just a place to sleep. Beyond resting against your headboard when sipping on a cup of […]
Fun guide to fungi
Liv Sisson has immortalised her burgeoning passion for fungi in print, thanks to the recent release of her book Fungi of Aotearoa. Joshua Brosnahan sat down with Liv to speak about all things ‘shrooms, being a ‘curious guide’ and her debut publication. Born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and along the Potomac River […]
Unleash your inner golfer
New Zealand, with its breathtaking landscapes, is a golfer’s paradise, boasting over 400 courses situated in some of the most stunning locations in the world. From parklands adorned with majestic trees and teeming with birdlife to courses offering breathtaking views of mountains or the sea, our country offers a diverse range of options for golf […]
Hallucinations in Parkinson’s research
A Canterbury researcher has been awarded funding to investigate hallucinations in people with Parkinson’s disease. Dr Kyla-Louise Horne was just 16 years old when her grandma, who had Parkinson’s disease, passed away. Now, 16 years later, she’s dedicating her research to improving the lives of those who suffer from the debilitating brain disorder, for which […]
Dame Suzie Moncrieff
World of WearableArt (WOW) founder Dame Suzie Moncrieff, founder of epic arts event “World of WearableArt” (WOW), talks to Metropol’s Céline Gibson. The years roll back as Dame Suzie recalls the show’s premier launch, at Wakefield’s William Higgins Gallery, in 1987, as a night of mud, gumboots and umbrellas. “That first show was born in […]
Nikki Connors, propelling herself onwards
Christchurch businesswoman Nikki Connors talks to Metropol editor Lynda Papesch about business battles, troubleshooting, and consolidation. Thanks to her own investments, positive attitude, and hard work, property queen Nikki Connors is forging ahead after taxing times. In 2022, the New Zealand Inland Revenue Department (IRD) put two companies owned by Nikki and her son (unrelated […]
