Spring into winter R&R
When a warming winter break is on the agenda, head to Hanmer Springs, located a mere 90 minutes by road from Christchurch. The beauty of a holiday in Hanmer is that you can don your activewear and roll up the sleeves, or simply fold out a deck chair and open that book you have been […]
Walking on the (re)wild side
As spring gives way to summer, green-fingered folk itch to get out there and start marshalling their gardens into a manicured precision. But wait! A new gardening trend, rewilding, is encouraging gardeners to let nature take its course on kept landscapes. Technically a form of large-scale conservation dedicated to returning land to a […]
Springtime crush
Freshen up your habitat for spring with these interior picks we’re currently crushing on. Sage advice – Sage greens have a calming earthiness which brings the outside in. Resene Peace Classy glasses – Channel your inner Gatsby with a 1920s champagne saucer. Ferm Living Ripple Champagne Saucer. Refresh your walls for the season of regeneration. […]
From the Editor: 17 September 2020
We’re living in a uniquely stressful time. Between the fluctuating number of community Covid-19 transmissions, oscillating government alert levels and a general air of uncertainty – the bright side can seem hard to find. At Metropol we’re all about celebrating and supporting the community, and this raison d’être has taken on more relevance in […]
Pass the pasta, please!
Versatile in form and flavours, pasta is a classic staple on high rotation for many household menus for very good reasons. But don’t make the mistake of relegating this ultimate comfort food to winter. Instead, impress your guests (or even just yourself) with these refreshing springtime pasta suggestions that will make anyone say, “Mama […]
Is your ride road ready? Leading Edge Automotive
Spring is here at last. The days are getting longer and best of all, the weather is getting warmer. Now is as good a time as any for a road trip in our own backyard. However, making sure your wheels are tip top before you hit the road is paramount. At 480 Selwyn Street, […]
Hello Spring! Louvre Solutions
Spring is just around the corner – the days are getting longer, the air is fresh and clean, and new beginnings are here for the taking. We welcome its arrival and look forward to comfortably basking in the great outdoors once again. Which means the timing is perfect for expanding your indoor living into the […]
Spring into gardening
Spring is a season of regeneration in the garden, but just like most things in life, new growth doesn’t come from nowhere. Here are Metropol’s tips for growing a luscious garden by the time the season hits its peak. CLEAR IT UP Remove all the debris like leaves, sticks and whatever else has […]
Spring Fling!
Spring has long been associated with regeneration, but it’s equally time to update, refresh and create a whole new vibe. We’ve looked forward to the spring 2020 colour palette so you can prepare for a spring fling! MAKING ME BLUSH: ‘Millennial Pink’ has been a colour craze since the summer of 2016 and it […]
Full Swing into Spring: North Canterbury’s spring social calendar
Every year North Canterbury’s spring social calendar gets more exciting. Spring is in full swing, and so is every weekend in Waimakariri. Visit www.visitwaimakariri.co.nz/events/ for the low down on what’s happening, where to be and when. For the sports fans: New Zealand Secondary Schools Cycling Championships Team Time Trial is Saturday 29 September, […]