Think fast: Bradley Wood Dentists
Aptly named Fastbraces, the trending teeth correctors promise to make braces a fast paced process. Metropol caught up with Dr Anthony Wood of Bradley Wood Dentist in Merivale to answer some common questions about the innovative approach. WHY OPT FOR FASTBRACES? “They will get your teeth straight in a shorter timeframe. Quite often […]
An exceptional update: Elmswood Retirement Village
“Our residents are just so excited. They can hardly wait to see their refurbished serviced apartment or studio and move back home after being off site,” Elmswood Retirement Village sales consultant Donna Monk says. Donna is equally thrilled about the makeover renovation that is happening in the Avon Wing at the village. “Twelve […]
She had a dream
Sometimes all it takes is perfect timing to bring your best achievement into the limelight. When she was 20, local Christchurch musician Steffany Beck won a grant with the foundation Rise NZ, to record her song I Have a Dream. Now at 30 she has just commercially released her favourite original to the […]
Kiwi icon of comedy
It’s all about hearty belly laughs – even in times of adversity – for this Kiwi icon of comedy. Peter Rowley is an actor well-loved by those who were glued to the telly in the 70s, 80s and 90s. He was the straight guy in many a Kiwiana satirical series, such as McPhail […]
Financial advice: adapting to change – Alistair Bean
Firstly, we at Alistair Bean & Associates – Financial Advisers want to send our best wishes to all, hoping that you and your families are fit and well. By Alistair Bean & Associates Managing Director Alistair Bean Among other things, financial change has hit most of us like we have never known before and this […]
Making Moves
So you spent lockdown hibernating, that’s ok! Maybe it’s time you pulled the activewear out of the bottom drawer and get a wriggle on! Getting back into it isn’t as overwhelming as you may think. We’ve pulled together some of our top tips to make a move and introduce more exercise into your day to […]
the voices of hope
When you are experiencing mental illness, it can often feel like there is no way out. Metropol caught up with Genevieve Mora and Jazz Thornton from Voices of Hope to get their top tips for those who are struggling and to find out what resources are available. Can you tell us a little […]
Acclaimed British writer hits city
Fans of literature are in for a treat when highly acclaimed British author Zadie Smith hits the city for her first – and only – New Zealand appearance at the Christchurch Town Hall’s James Hay Theatre on 13 November, presented by WORD Christchurch and Penguin Random House New Zealand. Smith has turned her […]
Expert photography workshops
Multi award-winning photographer Scott Fowler first picked up a camera at age six – and for the next 50 years he has barely put it down. After being successful in a number of international photography competitions in 2008, people began asking Scott for his expert advice, so he started running one-day workshops from […]
Be part of the magic!
Get ready for the biggest week in Christchurch! Starting at Addington Raceway, Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup Day on Tuesday 12 November will be full of excitement to toast Christchurch Casino’s 25th anniversary. This year elegant glasses of Lanson Champagne will clink, gourmet cuisine will be served, and the 116th running of the […]