Following the light
When Matariki fireworks streak into the night sky at New Brighton Pier on Saturday July 10, Sheena Baines will light up too. Events Manager at Spectrum Lighting and Sound, Sheena has been leading one of the teams responsible for several aspects of Ōtautahi-Christchurch’s first ever Matariki light and fireworks display! Proudly produced by Christchurch […]
Sister Act: Mood Hair Salon
Sisters Ada and Iwona are a dynamic duo on the New Zealand salon cutting, colouring and styling scene. The pair’s passion for impeccable hairdressing has seen them work around the world, landing in their little spot in New Brighton about 18-months ago. Upon entering Mood Hair’s seaside salon, you’re greeted by the grins of […]
City’s hottest opening
It was one of the city’s most hotly anticipated openings expected for April, before the COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown put the He Puna Taimoana, New Brighton hot pools on hold. However, there was no dampening down the excitement for the opening on Queen’s Birthday weekend, which was a sell-out for the whole of […]
New Brighton’s Hottest New Project
THE CITY’S HOT SALT WATER POOLS ARE SOON TO BE OPEN Christchurch residents and visitors will soon be making the most of New Brighton’s revitalised foreshore with the much-anticipated opening of He Puna Taimoana, the New Brighton hot pools. The hot pools are part of the wider regeneration of New Brighton, led by […]
A soul-ful salon: Soulstyle Organic Hair Salons are the easy going environmentally friendly salons you need to check out
The vibe is chill, the feeling is restorative and the products are eco friendly at the two Soulstyle Organic Hair Salons owned and operated by Deanna and Greg Campbell. Blending authenticity with style to bring you the uplifting but calming experience that every hair appointment should be. Locally roasted Switch Organic espresso is brewed for […]
A seaside setting: Salt on the Pier is the seaside location you need for your perfect beach wedding
With the seaside backdrop affording incredible views across Pegasus Bay and the New Brighton Pier itself providing access for stunning photograph opportunities, Salt on the Pier at New Brighton is a great location for your wedding or special event. According to Sam from Salt on the Pier, there are some great packages to choose from […]
Savvy shared spaces: fourteen awesome places to co-work in Christchurch
Christchurch is embracing the burgeoning international trend of co-working, with savvy businesses snapping up shared spaces throughout the city. Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, start-up or community group, the clever co-working concept is creative Christchurch at its best. Evil Genius Bar & Lair Unit B, 1091 Ferry Road Described as a café, bar and co-working […]
What’s on: keeping the kids entertained
With little minds to inspire and little legs to tire out, the role of a parent can be beautifully relentless. We might not offer a babysitting service here at Metropol, but we do love to brainstorm on your behalf. Here are some of the fun things our city and surrounding areas are throwing up in […]