Avenues, July 2021

ISSUE 193 | JULY / HŌNGONGOI 2021

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EDITOR’S NOTE

History never repeats

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t’s a strange, unwelcome feeling thinking of things we have been forced to relegate into our collective history books.

I am reluctant to yet again bring up the quakes (as I write, we’ve just had a 4.0), but of course, they’re the single biggest catalyst in the rapid about-face in our recent history. As a city, the quakes have meant we had no choice but to let go of a lot of tradition, history, and heritage. And while photos and stories remain, the profound impact of this loss means the landscape of Ōtautahi is forever altered. Sadly, for some, that alteration is heavier than others.

I remember Christchurch before. I remember Christchurch during, and I’m fortunate to say that I’ll probably get to see the end result. I still find myself digging up dusty memories of places long gone and people who are no longer, and although this is all part of life, I still find myself reeling over what we’ve overcome in the past ten years. Never has a city changed so rapidly. When have you witnessed the resilience and bravery of our city in these moments?

These days, I let myself get excited. There’s progress everywhere you look. New things mean the chance for new history. That’s the best part of change – getting to witness heritage in the making. It’s here in this place that you realise that our heritage is more than bricks and mortar or familiar old haunts. It’s people. He tānagata.

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CONTENTS

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A MODERN EDGE

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CHIT CHAT

44 EVERGREEN

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OUR HERITAGE

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CULTURE CLUB

46 CITY SCENE

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A LEGACY RESTORED

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WATCH THIS SPACE

56 DESTINATION

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CURATING HISTORY

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COUTURE

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GOOD TASTE COMES

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WITH AGE

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LOVE LOCAL

68 SUNDAY DRIVE

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YEAH NAH

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36 HERITAGE 37 HOME

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PLAYFUL AND ASTUTE

GET DRESSED When crinolines, bustles, and ostrich feathers were the height of colonial fashion. This richly illustrated and lively social history explores the creation, consumption, and spectacle of fashionable dress in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Dressmakers were essential contributors to the development of New Zealand, and as a colonial outpost of the British Empire, New Zealand’s 19th-century dress culture was heavily shaped by international trends.

Interactions with Māori, the demands of settler lifestyle, and the country’s geography all added another layer. Dressed: Fashionable dress in Aotearoa New Zealand 1840 to 1910 teems with the fascinating, busy lives of early businesswomen, society women, and civic figures. scorpiobooks.co.nz

Haunt is a unique gallery showcasing an enthralling collection of antique furniture and objects chosen to complement the modern interior. The Haunt collection is playful and astute – a modernist pendant illuminates a 17th-century Italian table, and 19th-century French gilt nestles comfortably alongside industrial steel, creating a visual harmony that spans the centuries. Haunt is curated by Lisa West and provides discerning clients with an exciting resource from which to create individual interiors that are inimitable, beautiful, and utterly compelling. You can find Haunt on Coleridge Street, in Sydenham. It’s open every Saturday. haunt.co.nz

THROW ON COMFORT Citta’s Cecil Wool Throw adds a relaxed layer on winter evenings. It’s woven from a blend of boiled merino wool and cotton, which creates a softly textured finish. Citta designs its throws right here in New Zealand; this cosy blanket is the brainchild of in-house textile designers Imogen Tunnicliffe and Sophie Clapson. cittadesign.com

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UNCOVERING QUEENSTOWN’S HISTORY AND ART SCENE Queenstown and the Southern Lakes region have been shaped by the pioneering early settlers who arrived to pan for gold. Wander around the historic gold mining settlements in Arrowtown and Macetown; explore old farm homesteads or take a visit to the Lakes District Museum in Arrowtown with its globally recognised collection of facts, titbits, and items from the region’s European and Chinese settlers. The region is also home to a vibrant art scene with many artists who are inspired by the unforgettable natural scenery. In many cases, you can buy art directly from the artists themselves in their galleries or studios. queenstownnz.nz

WINNING WINES North Canterbury’s Greystone Wines has claimed two top awards at the 2021 Organic Wine Awards, thanks to its 2019 Chardonnay and 2018 Syrah. This puts Greystone among the country’s elite organic wineries. The win follows on from Greystone’s naming as Sustainable Winery of the Year in 2020.

Greystone’s winemaker Dom Maxwell says North Canterbury took five of the eight varietal trophies on offer this year with Terrace Edge winning Champion Riesling, Champion Pinot Gris, and Champion Rose.

“North Canterbury is still one of the best-kept secrets as far as New Zealand wine goes.”

The region’s strong showing should make Cantabrians sit up and take notice. greystonewines.co.nz

PENNY BLACK Indulge in a high tea at Penny Black Victorian Tearoom, nestled in a cosy nook of The Tannery. The atmosphere, alongside excellent food and service will most certainly take you all the way back to the year 1897, the year of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, with all its accompanying etiquette and style. penny-black.co.nz

INTO NEEDLE WORK? Crosley’s mission is to bring analogue music to the masses. The clean, vintage-inspired aesthetic of The Voyager fits into any space, while the lightweight design allows this record player to travel further. Spin 33 1/3, 45, or 78 RPM records or launch the built-in Bluetooth receiver to transmit your digital music wirelessly through the turntable’s speakers. RCA outputs on the back allow you to plug into your existing music system. Drop the needle on a reissue of the golden record, probe the adjustable pitch control knob to dial in the speed and prepare for blast off! crosleyradio.com

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CULTURE CLUB

TWO SUGARS AND A SPLASH OF MILK, PLEASE

Liam Stretch Culture Editor

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ow are you doing? Getting through winter okay? Can you believe we’re already in July? The cold can take its toll, and sometimes the only thing to make it better is a day cosied up by the fire and binge-watching a television show. In an effort to alleviate the mid-year-mid-winter blues, I’ve curated some recommendations for you, which are best served with a warm bowl of vegetable soup and a milky, sweet cup of tea.

For those heading out, the stars are truly out to shine. Jimmy Barnes is taking to the boards at the Christchurch Town Hall on 7 July and queens Trixie Mattel and Yekaterina Petrovna Zamolodchikova (known as Katya), from RuPaul’s Drag Race fame, are sure to have the audience in stitches at The Theatre Royal on 22 July.

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Following coming out on top of TVNZ’s reboot of Popstars, singer Christabel Williams AKA Christabel, has released her single If You Ain’t Looking. It’s the type of upbeat pop number we need in the winter months – for a road trip, a brisk walk in the cold air, or for shaking your booty to as you dust the bookshelf. It is inspiring and warming for the soul.

Fresh to Netflix is Sweet Tooth. DC Entertainment’s latest foray into television follows a boy who is half-human and half deer as he struggles to discover the truth of his existence. Filmed in our backyard, you’ll see many iconic Kiwi landscapes transformed into postapocalyptic wildernesses. It’s excellent and gripped my attention from start to finish.

TE AO MĀORI If you’ve watched The Casketeers, you will be familiar with Kaiora and Francis Tipene. Their second book, Tikanga, describes how they bring Te Ao Māori (the Māori worldview which acknowledges the interconnectedness and interrelationship of all living and non-living things) into their day-to-day living by connecting to tradition through whānau, mahi (work), and manaakitanga (hospitality). It’s an eye-opening, educating read with plenty of humour throughout.

CULTURE CLUB

TRY GALILEO’S EXPERIMENTS Experiment with scales, clocks, pendulums, and telescopes and learn about the revolutionary Renaissance discoveries of Galileo Galilei. Called “the father of modern science” by Albert Einstein, in his lifetime, Galileo’s radical theories about Earth’s place in the solar system saw him imprisoned by church authorities. Developed by The Artisans of Florence, whose wildly popular Da Vinci exhibitions have been shown previously at the Museum, Galileo: Scientist, Astronomer, Visionary explores Galileo’s contributions to science through handson, interactive exhibits. This touring exhibition from Italy is sure to be a hit with people of all ages.

Until 31 October 2021, Canterbury Museum, canterburymuseum.com

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WINETOPIA

THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO

COURTNEY BARNETT

Christchurch, it’s our turn! The first-ever South Island Winetopia event is in Christchurch this month, with over 45 of New Zealand’s best wineries offering everything from Riesling to Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc to Syrah in a full schedule of tastings, talks, and fun surprises. Step into this wonderland of wine and let Winetopia help you discover your new favourite drop!

The musically entertaining Narropera at Lansdown returns with additional performances for winter. Narropera informs through accompanying narratives. It untangles complex plots, deftly enhancing the enjoyment of opera. It is also a perfect ‘prep’ for staged performances, here, in the case of Mozart’s Figaro, and a perfect introduction to unknown operas such as Der Freischütz.

Courtney Barnett made the best of the pandemic and wrote and recorded a new record. Locals are in for a treat as Courtney dials things right down and prepares to deliver gems from her catalogue in an intimate setting, armed with just a guitar, her renowned banter, and some of the best indie-folk songs of the past decade. This is Courtney’s first set of live shows in 12 months.

9–10 July, Air Force Museum winetopia.co.nz

3 July, 25 July, 7 August, Lansdown Homestead, Tai Tapu, lansdownsummer.com

15 July, Blue Smoke bluesmoke.co.nz

CULTURE CLUB

RESPECT THE EXPERIENCE WORDS Liam Stretch PHOTOS Supplied

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eil Lambert remembers the the Auckland site was just a taster of what was excitement of cinema gone by. to come at The Landing in Wigram. Wigram is Theatrics like a tipped over Jeep in “the full noise”. the foyer of the Moorhouse cinema complex Carefully hand-picked to create a seamless for the premiere of Jurassic Park are things and immersive experience, Wigram will you just don’t see anymore. For Neil, going feature 50 seat auditoriums, bespoke stateto the movies should be an experience worth of-the-art technology, a full-service kitchen leaving home for. with a curated menu, and perhaps best of all, But out of the ashes of direct-to-tv films, movies with no ads. a slice of movie magic is set to open in the Silky Otter is a game-changer, Ahmed said. ever-growing community of Wigram Skies, “Words almost don’t do it justice; when you in west Christchurch. Business partners experience it, it will be unparalleled.” and cinephiles Neil Lambert and Ahmed Although delivering cutting-edge Almukhtar want to bring back the excitement technology is at the forefront, customer of the big screen with their passion project service is still the top priority for the cinema.

Silky Otter Cinemas.

“We have technology there to make the After meeting around 15 years ago while process fast and seamless when you visit, but working in cinema, the pair have gone on to there will always be one of our friendly team run various businesses, independently and members on hand to help – whether you together, and five years ago, the concept for need a movie recommendation or help with Silky Otter was born. the kiosks.”

Silky Otter redefines what it means to go to And this experience won’t be limited to the movies, designed to deliver an amazing the big cities. It was important for the duo to experience for all customers. Every time. make sure Silky Otter could be rolled out to a The duo spent years engineering the range of locations. concept, travelling the globe to test cinema “We believe every Kiwi deserves the best experiences in other countries, and studying cinema experience, no matter where they the market to forecast what the future of live. Silky Otter is for everyone, whether cinema was going to look like. you’re in a main centre or regional town – it’s “The landscape was always going to change. been built for you.”

So, we met with industry leaders to look at the Wigram is set to open this month, and future of cinema and how it needed to pivot in Neil and Ahmed are excited to continue to New Zealand,” Neil said. be champions of the big screen experience.

After getting a grasp on how their model “There are millions of dollars spent on making would function, the first Silky Otter opened movies, and it’s our responsibility to provide in 2019 at Ōrākei Bay Village in Auckland. But the best viewing experience possible.” silkyotter.co.nz/wigram

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WATCH THIS SPACE The SALT Mural Artist Paul Walters and Dcypher Date April 2019 Location Evolution Square, Tuam Street Overlooking the quiet Evolution Square in the heart of the SALT District (the Southern ALTernative to the central city defined by St Asaph, Lichfield and Tuam Streets), an illusionistic mural both designates the surrounding area and playfully subverts the architectural environment. Having been produced by local signwriter extraordinaire Paul Walters and graffiti legend Dcypher with support from OiYOU! Street Art and SALT District businesses, the SALT Mural is an eye-catching combination of letterforms and subtle subversions. Designed to visually disintegrate the wall on which it is painted, the word SALT appears as if constructed from bevelled columns, sections of blue and black aiding the visual trickery as recesses and cavities redefine the wall’s existing details. Along the bottom of the wall, couched in a rectangular cave, reads Ōtautahi, adding a greater sense of history to the area’s identity. A combination of signwriting and contemporary muralism, the huge mural is both a literal marker of place and an example of the transformative potential of wall painting.

Explore more of Ōtautahi’s urban art on a Watch This Space guided street art tour!

Email tours@watchthisspace.org.nz for booking information. watchthisspace.org.nz/artwork/774

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COUTURE

FASHIONING GREATNESS

A Kia Dirkson, Fashion & Beauty Editor

s I delved into this issue’s theme, it was amazing to discover a rich heritage and legacy that Canterbury has forged in the fashion and manufacturing world.

Many of you will remember the local manufacturing company Lane Walker Rudkin (LWR), which began as a sock knitting business founded by Sarah Rudkin and her husband Alfred well over 100 years ago. It’s probably most remembered for its iconic Canterbury brand and its long association with New Zealand rugby and the All Blacks. Sadly in 1999, they were outbid by German-based company Adidas and lost their eighty-year association.

The company was placed in receivership in 2009 and closed after 104 years of operation.

Canterbury has also produced two of the most well-known names in New Zealand fashion – Paula Ryan and Dame Pieter Stewart.

Paula Ryan and her then-husband Don Hope started the magazine Fashion Quarterly in 1980, distributing free into Christchurch letterboxes.

Dame Pieter Stewart founded New Zealand Fashion Week. These local girls have added to the rich fashion landscape of Aotearoa and could be considered Canterbury fashion royalty.

And Peri Drysdale still maintains New Zealand’s claim to fame as leading the first 16

international brand to receive recognition from the United Nations for its sustainability practices, leaving another completely untouched legacy.

I recently attended The Mix: Fashionably Late at the Christchurch Art Gallery. I interviewed panel host and Ara fashion tutor Rachel Gafa. Gafa, who concentrates on the intricate business of fashion as part of her curriculum, was hopeful for the future.

“The fashion industry in New Zealand is a three billion dollar industry, and I love every aspect of it. You can’t mention modern New Zealand fashion without mentioning the likes of sister-icons NomD and Zambesi. But there are always others, and my eye is also on brands like Out Of Comfort who make menswear with the future in mind. Historically, draping and less-structured clothes have been the way of dress that defines New Zealand. This is present today and reflects not only the climate but the laid-back [Kiwi] lifestyle and the crossing of cultures and inhabitants that call Aotearoa home.”

All in all, I’d say that New Zealand continues to punch above its weight, and if this rich fashion heritage is anything to go by, there are many great things to come.

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THREAD CRED

Available online and in-store, this collection is inspired by Silk & Steel designer Sarah’s exploration of her personal vintage jewellery pieces.

Recalling jewellery trends from the 60s, Heritage moves through the decades of the 20th century to come full circle to now, in a delicate take on enduring classics. silkandsteel.co.nz WELL-HEELED

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Kate 120 Heels, $1,045 davidjones.com

These are the epitome of elegance, with an impressive elevation of 120mm. That signature red bottom is as almost as iconic as the stiletto itself. Pair them with jeans or a ball gown – no matter the occasion, the statement will be made. Handcrafted in Italy, these are a classic contribution to your wardrobe.

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WHO Lauren WHERE Perriam at The Crossing

Indigo and Provisions is the latest obsession here at Avenues HQ. Their careful curation of specialist denim, work-wear, and heritage brands means there is absolutely no compromise with quality. Head up and visit the team on the second level of The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora. indigoandprovisions.com

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WHY WE LOVE THIS LOOK This gingham plus knit combo is ideal for winter wear.

Lauren is wearing the Elm Merino Angora Jersey, the statement knitwear piece from the Perriam Keepsake collection. It is crafted from a luxury Merino Wool Angora blend and features billowing balloon sleeves that fall elegantly whilst intricate cable details add a pop of feminine detail to this ensemble. For extra warmth, add leggings and a camel coat to top it off.

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Camilla and Marc Norah Puffer Jacket, $720 nz.camillaandmarc.com

Immerse Puffa Jacket, $429.99 moochi.co.nz

Pluto Puffer Jacket, $299 superette.co.nz

Rack Puffer Jacket, $249.90 huffer.co.nz

Epiq Longline Down Coat, $290 kathmandu.co.nz

Moke Mary Claire Vest, $199 moke.co.nz

Superdry Boston Microfibre Jacket, $229.99 ballantynes.co.nz

Ganni Tech Puffer Jacket, $729 workshop.co.nz

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A MODERN EDGE

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o enter the refined elegance of Filigree’s flagship store on Colombo Street in Sydenham is to discover the essence of Filigree Fine Jewels. The showroom is an extension of owner Vanessa Stowers’ personal design aesthetic, her love of colour, detailed and thoughtful eclectic design, and a sense of timelessness defined by quality and style.

Known as the jeweller for people who are looking for something individual or bespoke, Filigree’s service is very much about building a relationship with clients, with a desire for you to be a part of the design, from selecting gems through to completion.

With an onsite workshop, you can visit at any time to view the jewellery progressing through all the stages. The designers are also experts in remodelling and repairs for those

who want to transform or enhance the life of jewellery beyond the everyday.

Alongside diamond and precious stone rings and wedding bands, Filigree presents an ever-evolving collection of fashion-oriented jewellery and bespoke one-offs, all adhering to the Filigree timeless modern ethos. The latest collection, Shard, draws inspiration directly from the formation of the natural stones themselves.

From within the earth, the elements are drawn together then exposed, and fragments juxtapose raw abraded edges with polished facets.

Structures within and without the gems are honoured in clean minimal lines and diamond set details. Their inherent natural beauty is defined and enhanced in the designs made by Filigree.

Visit the showroom today to view the new collection or contact Vanessa and the team for a complimentary design consultation.

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A LEAP OF FAITH TOLD BY Chris Dobbs PHOTOS Supplied

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t’s 2001, and we felt Working Style had a firm foothold in the North Island with stores in both Auckland and Wellington, but we didn’t have a presence in the South Island. We had so many clients asking when was Working Style going to open in Christchurch – so we took a leap of faith. We opened on Colombo Street opposite Ballantynes. Our current Creative Director, Karl Clausen, a local boy, helmed the business, and we were away. The fit-out was consistent with our other stores at the time – a quirky take on a men’s club and, at that time, perfect for our tailoring centric collections. We wanted to ensure that our stores, as we still do today, are a joy to visit and spend time at.

“That first 10 years flew by, and in 2011, we moved quickly to find a new location post quakes, to re-establish the business. The corner of Murray Place and Papanui Road in Merivale became our home. The character of the building had beautiful charm, surrounded by established trees synonymous with Merivale.

Each room of the house showcased our different

collections, and like the original Colombo Street store, it was important that the store felt like a place you could dwell and spend some time.

“By the time 2020 rolled around, we had been looking to move back to the central city for a while, and when a stunning location popped up which had been developed by Richard Peebles – we jumped at it. Not only had shopping habits changed and shifted back to the CBD, but Working Style as a company had also evolved. No longer solely a tailoring specialist, we are now a contemporary clothing company. New casual lines had been developed and introduced, and it was important our new location showcased these.

The store at 102 Oxford Terrace, adjacent to the Bridge of Remembrance and next to Riverside, is a cracker. The interior is spacious, finished with polished concrete floors and has a stunning high ceiling.

“We are very proud of our new Christchurch store – I hope that we are here for a hell of a long time!”

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INCLUSION IN BEAUTY

“I love that Asian features can’t be dulled down to one-note stereotypes, no matter what popular media tries to trick us into believing. I love my wide, flat nose that flares when I laugh, I love my strong, sharp jawline that I used to be made fun of for, and I love my eyes that remind me of my mother.”

Maggie Zhou, @yemagz

“When I comb my 4c African hair (tight zig-zag patterned curls) and apply lipstick on my ‘juju’ lips, these distinct features make me feel beautiful and proud to be African.”

Danni Duncan, Beauty & Wellness Ambassador @danni__duncan

Siposetu Duncan, @siposetuduncan

We know the beauty industry has a long way to go when it comes to inclusion, too often seeing one “ideal” on the pedestal of what is considered the standard. This month, I asked five different women a question I believe needs to take higher priority when companies consider who it is they are marketing to.

“I love my dark straight hair, my rosy cheeks, tan skin, and dark eyebrows. I have been blessed and am grateful for these natural features, and they remind me of where I come from.”

Amanda Bradley, @_amanda_bradley

When you think about beauty, with your culture and heritage in mind, what are you most proud of when you look at yourself in the mirror?

“In a world where I am constantly told white is ‘normal’, or that nude equates to light skin tones, I am proud of my dark skin. It glows in ways I didn’t know was possible; it is a reflection of my rich heritage, and I honour that every time I look in the mirror. I am my own beauty standard.”

These are the voices that need to be heard, listened to, and championed.

Jess Molina, @jessmolina

“I still struggle to see beauty in the mirror as I’ve had one ideal dominate mainstream media my whole life. I do feel a strong pull towards my Māori heritage and see moko kauae on wahine as so beautiful.”

Aneta Page, @aneta.page

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YOUR HAIR DESERVES THE BEST

Indigo & Iris is a beauty brand that gives a damn, with 50 per cent of profits going to different impact projects like helping end avoidable blindness in the Pacific Islands.

Levitate, the super-black lengthening mascara is a favourite around here. indigoandiris.co

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Make the most of the clear winter days with a walk around one of Ōtautahi’s newest yet most historic suburbs. The Air Force Museum of New Zealand offers a self-guided walking tour of the former airbase at Wigram. Collect a guidebook from the Museum’s Welcome Desk and embark on a leisurely one-hour stroll around 100 years of history, discovering original buildings and significant sites along the way.

Amuri Estate offers luxury accommodation and the perfect setting for weddings and functions, all overlooking the beautiful high alpine basin of the Southern Alps. Located minutes from Hanmer Springs village, Amuri can hold up to 200 people with different spaces to suit your needs. Don’t miss the Masquerade Winter Ball on 3 July! Ticket price includes transport, food, music, and entertainment which features a fire show, burlesque, and roaming circus entertainers.

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With nature in mind, and a love of flowers, these unique luxury gift hampers incorporate the finest eco-friendly, natural New‌‌Zealand‌‌made‌p ‌ roducts. As a small family run business that loves to create special gifts, they’ve thoughtfully packaged sustainable hampers and have added an exquisite finishing touch of a dried flower posy. Allinclusive shipping, postage and packaging are on all boxes.

Pamper Hampers have thought of you in every detail.

Visit Tekapo and enjoy the winter wonderland with its amazing blue lake, spectacular snow-capped mountains, and sparkling night sky. Stay and experience the warm and spacious apartments with a full kitchen, super king beds, heated floor, and parking at the door. Ski Roundhill or go fishing, walking, or biking. Laze in the hot pools, sip coffee in the cafés, dine in the restaurants, or simply chill out. Treat yourself to a special getaway.

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What does this word bring to mind? Soft skin? Youthful, plump and hydrated? The term babyface sums up a lot of what collagen can do for your skin. Not only for improving skin, collagen powder is known for increasing the health and strength of your nails, balancing hormones, improving gut health, and ensuring your hair stays healthy and hydrated.

Health from the inside out, with babyface 100 per cent pure collagen powder.

Fabulous for you. Fantastic for the planet. Team Earth’s clients rave about their results, with appointments exclusively with your dedicated and superb stylist. Relax, knowing your initial consultation will be the final result. Already conscious of the products you use every day? Your hair should be no different. Earth has the cleanest and greenest professional solutions available – with animal testing free and vegan products available and 100 per cent plant-based colours.

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SKIN REJUVENATION CLINIC

Home of some of the world’s most highly-awarded Pinot Noirs, and within striking distance of four iconic Central Otago ski fields, Kinross is the ideal place to base yourself for a wonderful winter holiday in Queenstown. Relax and enjoy world-class wines from five local wineries in the bistro or by the fire in the wine garden. All vineyard hotel packages include an in-depth wine tasting, hot tub session, and café-style breakfasts for two.

Winter is the ideal time to kick-start your skin rejuvenation regime! EndyMed Intensif treatments are a fusion of focused radiofrequency energy and micro-needling that work together to stimulate collagen and improve skin tone and texture. It uses 25 sterilised gold plated micro-needles and radiofrequency to gently heat and stimulate the skin to initiate the production of collagen, resulting in smoother, more youthful and radiant skin. Go on; you deserve it!

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Temple Film Studios. Jordan Mauger’s plans for an 03 slice of Hollywood sound fantastic.

Keto options at cafes – the perfect indulgence for those in a low carb buzz.

Kiwi voices on international reality TV. Don’t they make you feel strangely patriotic?

Canine NeuroPark – a theme park for our pooches, making the most of the red zone.

Resene Gum Leaf is an aromatic soft green, a favourite of the koala.

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Limiting loud gigs in our new stadium. Seems a little counter intuitive, no?

Crocs. Why are these on fashion runways? Plastic is not fantastic.

700 million dollar cycle bridges…really? How many Raleigh 20s is that?

Why is truffle in everything?

Hemp is in, and is a great source of omegas.

Headlights off when it’s foggy. What in the Russian roulette are you aiming for?

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Our heritage What is our heritage? Is it just a complex plethora of stories, echoes, and memories? Is it the hushed pain we hold when we remember the fallen or the pride we feel when we honour our ancestors? It’s more than a building; it’s more than an outdated history book. It’s the imprint of our lives on the world and how it shapes the world as we grow.

Turn the page to find three heritage-themed stories that are filled with memories, celebrations, and so much more.

OLD PASTIME SET TO SAIL AGAIN WORDS Kim Newth PHOTOS Supplied

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n the early years of yachting and sailboat racing, Banks Peninsula Cruising Club yacht Pastime was a top competitor in cup events and regattas on Lyttelton Harbour/Whakaraupō.

The swift kauri contender, built in 1886, has been out of the water for several decades but will soon be race-ready again following an extensive restoration.

Funding the project are cousins John Erkkila and Chris Kendrick, both direct descendants of the boat’s first owner Malcolm Miller. Pastime is currently in a boatshed out the back of John and wife Christine’s home in Tamahere, where painting and varnishing is in full swing ahead of a planned spring sailing.

The restoration is in the hands of expert boat builder Craig Wild, who himself comes from a long line of shipwrights.

“I’m an eighth-generation boat builder! I feel very lucky because it’s only once in a lifetime you get a chance to restore a classic club yacht like this. The boat itself is 45ft in length, but she’s closer to 60ft from bowsprit to boom out the back, so she’s quite substantial. Pastime has beautiful flowing lines - you can see why she was so fast. I read an article on the early days of the America’s Cup, and apparently, this yacht looks like a replica of America’s Cup boats of that time.”

Restoring Pastime to her original racing spec has involved replacing the boat’s stem, but as much as possible has been saved by carefully splicing old with new parts. One of the yacht’s previous owners, publisher and Pegasus Press founder Albion Wright, found out Pastime was originally registered as a British vessel;

the historic yacht’s carved registration details have been saved and retained.

However, there is one last detail missing – the boat’s original sail number. Craig has queried the Naval Point Club Archives in Lyttelton and checked National Library records with no success. He hopes someone may have an old photo or family record that could help provide a definitive answer.

“Ruth Kendall, the boat’s former owner, has been immensely helpful with information but can only get back to 1890. In two pictures that look to be the oldest, the number is ‘1’, but in another old photo, the number is ‘3’. We’re not sure which is right. The New Zealand Yachting Association was not established until 1891, and before then, the South Island had its own numbering system.”

Doyle Sails in Auckland, together with a sail loft in Melbourne, is making new sails for Pastime from synthetic fabric that closely resembles the old cotton/canvas used on classic yachts. The boat will be rigged and tuned in Tauranga, where the sails will be fitted.

“She will then be sailed from there to Auckland where she has a berth at the Maritime Museum. These berths are in chronological order, and hers will be number one.”

The Pastime will be held as a working yacht and raced again at select events. All those involved with the restoration would love to find an opportunity for Pastime to fill her sails on Lyttelton Harbour again. They hope to bring her down to Christchurch at some point. “She will always be a Banks Peninsula Cruising Club boat.”

Craig would welcome any info on the Pastime’s original sail no. – email boatshed@gamesail.co.nz

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LIVING HISTORY WORDS Francesca Logan PHOTOS Supplied

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ostalgia is a heavy feeling: it lives rows of warehouses. Even at the most basic in innocuous things. I grew up level, the lofty ambitions of the city were running about in the bones of an evident as warehouses were designed in old warehouse building from the 1900s, the Italian Renaissance and Neo Georgian styles. now called NG Building. When I was young, The level of care and craftsmanship built the NG Building lived sandwiched in a row into the most utilitarian buildings really of Edwardian and Victorian era warehouses. demonstrate the priorities of Christchurch’s Ours was the biggest and, in my opinion, earliest citizens. the best. It had a basement filled with old Of course, the Christchurch that things; bins of unmarked silver trophies, they aspired to disappeared after the old wooden fruit boxes, and so many signs earthquakes. 140 Heritage buildings were that promised me that there were “Toys demolished. It’s harder to feel nostalgic in Upstairs”. But try as I might, I could never our new and somewhat empty city. With find the “upstairs toys” probably because I every passing year, we forget what it used to was 50 years too late. look like; old pictures of Cathedral Square Throughout a large part of the 20th and the city streets may as well be another Century, what was then called the Bains country for me.

Building was a department store, boasting Without history, without the physical fine china downstairs and a plethora of reminders from our history, it’s easy to toys upstairs. Although not as famous as feel disconnected. As heritage buildings the iconic Ballantynes, it was still a popular disappear from our landscape, so too shopping destination. People would (and does the evidence that our ancestors lived still do) come into the building to reminisce here. It is easy to view older things as about their time here. unimportant as they can be impractical In 1905, 212 Madras Street was known for our modern ways of living and require as Marriner’s Buildings, home to Cotton adaptation to fit; it is much easier to throw Brothers Ltd Importers. They imported it away and replace it with something new everything from bicycles, rubber, and seeds, and custom-built. But then you end up to phonographs, films, and Thomas Edison™ in a society without an identity. The less home kinetoscopes. It’s funny to think that you know of your own past, the harder it the photo to the left, taken in 1913, is only a is to recognise its echoes in your present, year away from the start of World War One, and the more likely you are to destroy the and next year, all the wondrous things from physical connections you have left. The only overseas would come to a halt. way forward is to protect what we have left Madras Street used to be at the edge of of the past and use what we learn from it to the city; it was once lined with rows upon improve our future. ngspace.co.nz

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CHAMPIONING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PAST WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTOS Supplied

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ox 112’s impact on our city is farreaching, and the business has taken the lead in the restoration of many of the key buildings in the centre of the city.

This slow but steady revival is cheered on

by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and Dame Anna Crighton, current chair of the Canterbury Heritage Awards.

Dame Anna has been involved in the Heritage Awards since 2010 but initiated the creation of the Christchurch Heritage Trust in the mid-1990s. This was largely due to her ‘increasing displeasure in witnessing the demolition of heritage within our city in the name of progress’, viewing heritage being replaced with “concrete boxes” as a backward step.

Dame Anna believes there is a real significance of heritage retention and honouring such work.

“It enriches so many lives. These awards involve so many people, from the owners, builders, architects, to suppliers. The awards also elevate this history to the forefront of everybody – it makes the wider community think about our heritage.”

The awards night was a sold-out ceremony, held at the Christ’s College Dining Hall on 11 June. It’s clear that our nation is watching – with representatives from Timaru, Ashburton, Napier, Hurunui, Dunedin, and Wellington attending the awards. The celebration of heritage throughout our country through regional awards seems to be on the horizon.

Dame Anna says the occasion was to applaud, acclaim, and celebrate the work from the talented group of entrants.

“The benchmark of the entries was set really high – even to make the final is a major achievement this year against stiff

competition. The judges had a difficult dilemma in making their decisions. If left to me, everyone would be a winner!”

Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House took home the Supreme Award on the night but was not the only project acclaimed that evening, with a total of nine winners across the six categories.

The Moveable Feasts Heritage Tourism Award went to the Awaroa/Godley Head Coastal Defence Site (Department of Conservation).

And a Certificate of Special Recognition went to Riverside Market Mural (Riverside Ltd). The Ceres NZ Public Realm – Saved and Restored Award had joint winners: School of Art, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora (The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora), and the Balmoral Fire Lookout (Hawarden Waikari Lions Club).

The Maiden Group Domestic Saved and Restored Award also shared joint winners: Montrose Station Homestead (Wilson & Hill Architects) and Isabella and Tim Weston for The Britten Stables, to name a few.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the awards, and the trustees made a special award to The Pumphouse in celebration.

All winners were presented with a trophy designed by Neil Dawson. During the Awards Ceremony, 16 of the 62 entrants were awarded Highly Commended placings, with a further six receiving Commended.

The success and the sustainability of the Heritage Awards are built on a committed network of partnerships and sponsors who share a vision for the importance of salvaging cultural heritage.

All involved in the ceremony are extremely valuable to our region, for individually and collectively, they have contributed to New Zealand’s cultural future by championing the importance of the past.

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Do not think your single vote does not matter much. The rain that refreshes the parched ground is made up of single drops. Kate Sheppard

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ou cannot tell the story of Ōtautahi’s rich history without including New Zealand’s most influential suffragist and leader, Kate Sheppard. Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House is, quite simply, where monumental world history was born. This Category 1 historic place is one of our nation’s most significant social and political landmarks.

Kate lived here during the crucial years of 1888 to 1902, when she planned the suffragist campaign and directed women’s organisations throughout New Zealand, working collectively to gain the right for women to vote. Petitions were lodged, letters and articles were written, and world-first achievements were heralded.

The national victory of the right for the women’s vote was realised right here, in our city, at her Clyde Road residence.

Since 2019, Sheppard’s house and gardens have been cared for by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, and are now open to the public who are invited to visit the home, explore the rooms where Kate lived, and learn about the suffragists’ stories. You can even

take a stroll through Kate’s gardens, where she received the telegram informing her of winning the vote for women.

Built in 1888, the eight-room kauri villa stands on a one-acre section, half of the original two acres purchased by Sheppard and her husband Walter in 1887.

Now housing a modern, contemporary museum experience, the home has become a hub of education, history, and celebration.

The house offers self-guided tours plus tours and teas, regular talks, and concerts. It also offers exhibition and event spaces to hire.

The outstanding work of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga to restore and protect this whare (home) was recognised recently at the Box 112 Canterbury Heritage Awards, where the property won the Canterbury Heritage Supreme Award for 2021.

This win is also a deeply moving tribute to the work of one of the most prominent advocates for women’s rights in the world.

Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House is open 10am–4pm Wednesday through to Sunday. Book on Eventbrite.

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The second stage involved opening up the back area of the home to become a multi-use area suitable for events and learning spaces.

LOC company director Tom O’Connell and site foreman Sam Hack worked closely with the architects, historians and the clients, Heritage New Zealand, throughout the project. All of Tom’s construction team were able to work at the site at different times during the renovation, meaning they all enjoyed the beautiful garden setting over the summer months.

Tom mentions that LOC Construction was proud to have worked on this project at a busy time, where a variety of jobs were on the cards.

“It was satisfying working through challenges in front of us. Our team of tradesmen love the variety of work we are able to produce.

At the time of completing work on this historic home, we were also working on an architectural new build. It made it clear to me that all projects need the same level of care and quality work, and we really pride ourselves on being able to move the team between diverse projects seamlessly.”

This particular project meant close collaboration with the Heritage New Zealand team during the parts of demolition. Tom

rotecting a Category 1 heritage building such as Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House is not a responsibility taken lightly. LOC Construction chose to take on the heavy mantle of this challenge with gusto.

In August of last year, the revival of the house began, with a decision made to complete the project in two stages.

The design of the renovation was impeccable and required high-quality workmanship to tie in with the original structure. Enter LOC Construction.

The first stage of the project involved restoring the front of the house, which meant refreshing the rooms to allow for the new display areas. The home hosts a modern museum, educational zones, and event spaces.

Framing the front of the house is an expansive deck, ensuring accessibility for all visitors.

All original fabric in the house had to be carefully conserved, and any artefacts inspected and recorded. This meant the process of the job was methodical and measured but was indeed incredibly important in restoring the character of the house. Even large garden shrubs were considered and worked around as much as possible.

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describes the team at Heritage as ‘very knowledgeable’, and LOC Construction liaised regularly with the project manager and architect.

Tom says the entire team are proud that their work in part has now been recognised, with the Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House winning the Canterbury Heritage

Supreme Award at the recent Box 112 Canterbury Heritage Awards.

“All of the new additions tie in well with the original style of the house while making it a much more usable space. We were privileged to be part of this amazing project and see the work that Heritage New Zealand do first hand.”

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TREATING OUR HERITAGE WITH RESPECT

H Lynette McFadden Business Owner & Mentor Harcourts gold @lynette_mcfadden

eritage as a word has connotations of history, age, presence, and value.

Heritage properties themselves sit easily within this definition, but there’s an additional word that should be added to discussions about heritage – responsibility.

I’ve met people who tried to ignore this responsibility throughout my career, and the repercussions were severe, so be warned!

To find out if you could be subject to heritage requirements, it’s best to connect with local authorities. They are required to contribute to heritage protection under legislation, including the Resource Management Act, the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act, the Building Act, and the Local Government Act.

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One of the most significant of the local requirements in Christchurch relates to Wahi Tapu or ‘sacred sites’. Many heritage places have local or special significance to Māori. These can include archaeological sites, burial sites, or places associated with traditional activities.

Being Māori, the very thought of a transgression in this matter would have me extremely concerned. Those who find themselves in these positions should stop, inform the council and the local Iwi, and wait till approval has been granted.

This leads me to the final word that should be used when we talk about heritage, and that is ‘respect’.

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reen is not just for plants and nature – bringing green inside can also create a calm and soothing space for indoor living. Considered the most restful colour to the eye, it brings a sense of freshness and harmony and generally makes you feel emotionally safe – perfect for these short wintery days. Instead of having a plain wall of green, add some geometrical shapes in a darker tone to create interest and depth.

Not all light has to be from the ceiling or downlights – having mood lighting from a standard or table lamp will help make your space intimate and interesting. It instantly creates a more casual and relaxed vibe while highlighting areas of interest.

Use planters like these to add texture and different heights to make interesting vignettes. Mixing up shapes and adding living plants will give an added depth to the area you are decorating. Keep playing with colour with the rug you choose for the space – keeping things tonal will be playful and considered.

In the next issue of Avenues, Alex dabbles in Resene’s more muted hues for a modern approach to warm, sandy neutrals.

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W Emily Hastie, Landscape Architect, Kamo Marsh Landscape Architects kamomarsh.co.nz

hen designing for the future of our heritage sites, the first step is always to look back.

Frequently our practice is asked to consult and design outdoor spaces for sites of historical significance or heritage buildings.

These projects present us with a set of unique challenges, and it’s an incredibly satisfying part of our work as landscape architects.

Alongside the set of design principles that guide us on any project, a heritage site requires us to understand and honour the cultural significance of the previous land use and the former inhabitants. Respect for the site’s whakapapa and how the land was used becomes integral to the planning process.

Recently, we worked on a project to design Ngā Mara a Te Wera (the Garden of Te Wera), a courtyard area for the Pita Te Hori Centre in central Christchurch. The site was previously home to Christchurch’s central police headquarters and the old King Edward Barracks. The land is also near to the location of an early pā site.

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ALIGNING DESIGN WITH THE HERITAGE OF THE SITE • Gain a complete understanding of the previous land use and the significance to the previous inhabitants.

• Consult with the community and incorporate the feedback into the design.

• Acknowledge the whakapapa of the site.

• Use materials that naturally occur in the area, such as local stone.

• Select plants that naturally occur in the area and are consistent with the natural environment.

• Retain or replace mature trees or heirloom species.

• Identify protected trees.

• Acknowledge the space and the views that surround the historic site or buildings.

• Design within the regulations of the Council character areas.

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magine standing on a small platform three storeys high, in a chamber a little wider than your shoulders, waiting for that platform to drop out from underneath you, as the howls of other people ring in your ears.

Sound like your idea of fun?

Well, the team behind the Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre is counting on it, with this 32,000m2 central Christchurch attraction rapidly revealing more and more of itself behind the fences on Moorhouse Avenue.

The false floor forms part of what is known as a Looping Rocket hydroslide. This a first for New Zealand and one of five slides that will allow Parakiore to boast the biggest and best indoor hydroslide collection in the country once construction is completed around the end of next year.

Crown company Ōtākaro Limited is delivering the facility. It will be operated by Christchurch City Council, who has worked closely with Matapopore on the design of the distinctive black and grey slides that are currently being assembled on the site.

When they are strategically lifted into place on the St Asaph Street and Antigua Street corner in the coming months, these 800 pieces of fibreglass will resemble silver bellied eels in an eel pot. They will serve as visual indicators of Ngāi Tūāhuriri/Ngāi Tahu identity within the city and ensure that Parakiore becomes another iconic Christchurch building.

Formerly known as the Metro Sports Facility, the name Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre also draws on the rich cultural heritage of the region it will serve.

Parakiore was the son of a Ngāi Tahu chief of Kaiapoi Pa. He is described as a man of great strength and amazing speed as a runner. An apt name for the largest sports and recreation facility of its kind in the country.

A facility specifically designed to offer the opportunity for everyone to get active, from toddlers learning to swim to top shot putter Tom Walsh.

And they do mean everyone. Parakiore will also be home to the Aquatic Sensory Experience.

The high-tech multi-sensory environment has been specially designed to cater for people of all ages and abilities.

Multi-sensory spaces are known to significantly benefit people with disabilities.

This is because the design of the facility encourages fun, relaxation, intellectual activity, language and social skills in a fun and explorative way. Water-based examples like this are hard to find elsewhere in the world.

So whether you’re an adrenaline junkie plummeting in the Looping Rocket, or after a more soothing and sedate aquatic experience, or perhaps you’re an elite athlete at the top of your game or a battling weekend warrior, Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre will have something for everyone.

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yrberg/Kern is a unique international Penny says her team are ‘fabulous’ – and brand from Copenhagen, with a they’re often long-serving staff members. real focus on quality, affordable “Our legendary retail guru is Sandra fashion accessories. The brand has a 20-year McCann, who has been with the brand as history in Merivale Mall and has a focus on a long as it has existed in New Zealand. She wide range of accessories and brands, such is as passionate about the brand now as as Joidart jewellery from Spain, Sweden’s she was when she started and is a world Edblad jewellery, Bella Ballou scarves and authority on Dyrberg/ Kern, having seen the Markberg quality leather bags and gloves changes over the years.” from Denmark.

Sandra recalls how Dyrberg/Kern was the Owner Penny Wilson bought the rights to only brand around 20 years ago that put a the brand three years ago, but initially, the real emphasis on quality costume jewellery. brand started off as a shop within a shop “Over the years, I’ve seen the brand’s and was located inside a local clothing popularity grow with the Merivale locals. I store. The quakes meant the crew quickly often fondly reminisce on the friendships and established a kiosk in the middle of the mall bonds I’ve developed with customers over (operational all within 24 hours, no less) the years. Particularly after the earthquakes, and, after a couple more moves, established where the Mall was one of the few places their own branded store in the centre in still open. It became a destination for people 2018. The feedback from their customers is who could come into a warm, welcoming they love the fashion focus, the style, and environment, even if it was just for a chat.” the quieter feel of the mall. It makes it a Fashion changes and Dyrberg/Kern is right really intimate shopping experience. up to speed. Sandra reflects that the styles Penny made the smart decision to expand have become ‘less ostentatious and more the reach across a range of products and to refined’. The strength of Dyrberg/Kern is that establish a real presence in the mall with their designers understand trends and colours. the store.

The use of gold plating, stainless steel, and “We are not a chain store, so Merivale Swarovski crystals is affordable but looks like Mall is one of only two destinations in New a million dollars – for every woman, every day.

Zealand that is dedicated to the brands we Penny, Sandra, and the team love to see offer. We also distribute the product to a new people and regular customers. number of fashion and department stores “We have a motto that our customers are our around the county. But it is only Merivale and family. We pride ourselves on taking the time Wellington where you can experience the to listen and talk with you about jewellery and unique ‘DK experience’.” accessories, or anything else at all.”

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OUR ARTISTIC HEART

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ave you experienced all that The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora has to offer? With a raft of new tenants and a massive heritage restoration project currently underway – with more than twothirds of the site reopened so far – it’s fast becoming a thriving central city hub of all things that represent our city.

Restoration work is currently taking place on the Biology, Physics, and Observatory buildings along Hereford Street, where they are restoring the Observatory Tower and creating a 33-room boutique-style Observatory Hotel which is on track to open mid-2022.

As New Zealand’s largest collection of Category 1 listed heritage buildings – an entire city block – The Arts Centre is a charity that relies on fundraising, grants, and donations to keep the restoration work going and the centre alive, providing education, creativity, and entertainment for all.

In addition to the new offices for Brown Bread, Frank Film, and Everyone an Artist Trust, the centre now has Fragranzi, an artisan perfumery, Adventure Books bookstore, Frances Nation has expanded their offerings to a grocer on the ground floor, and Maxine Burney’s Art Studio and Paint &

Sip Studio have moved in. It’s a growing and eventful place.

Speaking of events, settle in at Lumière Cinemas for the French Film Festival Aotearoa 2021 that’s happening between 24 June till 10 July, and do keep an eye out for Heritage Festival events happening between 9 and 25 October.

There has been a recent change in direction with the weekly Sunday Arts Centre Mākete going into hibernation, now the focus is on creating fun themed market events such as the Matariki Night Mākete (Friday 9 and Saturday 10 July), Monster Spring Clean Mākete (Sunday 3 October), and Christmas Mākete (Sunday 5 December). Note these in your diary!

Matariki celebrates the start of a new dawn, and from the 5–18 July, there will be a range of events for your friends and whanaū to enjoy, from OneOne (a cinema dance and VR experience), the Matariki Night Mākete, Cousins at Lumière Cinemas, Nigel Borell’s presentation Thinking through the big picture, Calling on the Stars/Karanga mai ngā whetu concert by Lisa Tui and her band Toroa, and much more.

With so much going on, The Arts Centre really is worth a visit, so gather your crew and support your local creative hot spot.

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CURATING HISTORY

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his year, the iconic Curator’s House Restaurant celebrates its 21st birthday, as its building of residence turns 101 years old. You may know it as a great place to dine fireside in winter and outdoors in summer, a place to pop in for casual tapas or celebrate in private rooms, but there is a wonderful story behind its heritage, opening to the public, and its longevity.

The Curator’s House is one of the most iconic and photographed heritage buildings in Christchurch. It was built in 1920 as the home for the curator of the Botanic Gardens and designed by architects Collins and Harman in the Tudor style, influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement.

Five successive curators lived in the house until 1982 when it was rented to a private family. In 1998, the City Council approved the proposal for the Garcia Knight family to open the building to the public. Husband-and-wife team, Javier and Jackie, would establish a restaurant, and develop the demonstration fruit and vegetable garden in partnership with the Friends of the Botanic Gardens.

Heritage features were respected as the family contracted Wilkie Bruce Architects

to carry out heritage sensitive earthquake strengthening, which led to the post-2011/12 earthquake success story.

With the family’s financial investment to fund the works, the City council was able to ensure the upgrade and security of this heritage building, as it sustained minimal damage in the earthquakes.

Over 19 months, the council carried out further strengthening to bring the building up to new standards before the restaurant could reopen.

The demonstration fruit and vegetable gardens encourage people to cultivate their own produce by providing examples and methods for growing them. Fresh herbs, colourful garnishes, and vegetables supplement the restaurant – from the garden to the plate.

Fortunately, both the family-run restaurant and the building have stood their tests of time, which is remarkable for hospitality or heritage buildings in Christchurch.

To honour this story further, the Garcia Knight family has applied to feature a historical visual display and a guided garden open morning for the Christchurch Heritage Festival 2021 this October.

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THE RARE SURVIVOR

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ith decades of alterations, not all of them considerate of the building’s heritage, Three Sixty Architecture was tasked with the restoration and rebirth of one of the icons of Oxford Terrace – the Public Trust Building.

Originally built in 1922 and designed

by Cecil Wood on the western edge of the Ōtākaro/Avon River Precinct, the changes culminated in severe, but not irreparable, damage in the Christchurch earthquakes.

The building was originally slated to be demolished, but Box112’s ambitious decision was to save and restore. Three Sixty Architecture’s new internal planning has made the building commercially viable, with a mixture of appropriately sized options for commercial and hospitality tenants.

The project recently received an award in the ‘Heritage’ category at the Te Kahui Whaihanga, New Zealand Institute of Architects 2021 local awards. The jury’s citation states, “Installing new uses in heritage buildings is not always an

easy task, but in this case has been undertaken with respect and sympathy, including the addition of a rooftop bar, discreetly set back from the upper parapet. This heritage building is now a rare survivor of its type in the central city and has been carefully and meticulously conserved and restored.”

Dean Cowell, Director of Three Sixty Architecture, says it was ‘important to define the existing from the new’.

“Where new elements were added, we used a palette of materials that complemented but were clearly not part of the existing fabric.

The stand out feature on this project is the remodelling of the penthouse level into a modern architectural form and changing the use to the rooftop bar, which brings the public into the stunning building for all to experience.”

He goes on to say that the entire practice was ‘humbled by the praise’.

“The recognition from Te Kahui Whaihanga really is a credit to all those involved who delivered such an amazing result for our city.”

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From challenging off-piste to gentle learners slopes; chair lifts, T-bar or the legendary nutcracker will get you to your favourite run.

All Selwyn fields have on mountain accommodation with great cafes and mountain bars. Wake up after a night of star gazing, put on your skis and head straight to the fields.

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DESTINATION

THE SWEET SPOT OF NEW ZEALAND From its charming Victorian heritage to the sheer scenic beauty of the Waitaki Whitestone Aspiring Global Geopark, reasons never cease for visiting Waitaki. Whether it’s a weekend rendezvous, mid-week break or a cheeky staycation, you’ll be able to step back into the past while getting your fix of the luxuries today.

PEN-Y-BRYN LODGE

THE CRITERION HOTEL

Designed in 1889 by renowned Ōamaru architects Forrester and Lemon, Pen-y-bryn’s elegance is infused with plush, modern comforts. You don’t have to go far for a sweet dining experience, as many an ingredient is grown right in the boutique lodge’s gardens. Sitting quietly atop Holmes Hill, you can revel in the privacy and the fact it’s only a short trip down to the Ōamaru Blue Penguin Colony –watch the cutest residents come ashore every evening.

If you’ve ever wanted to spend the night in another era, The Criterion Hotel will give you a good hint at what the 1900s were like, but with modern comforts! The iconic hotel is the gateway to Ōamaru’s Victorian precinct, New Zealand’s best-preserved Victorian streetscape, which boasts art galleries, quirky shops, and a thriving café scene. Built in 1877 by Forrester and Lemon, the Criterion Hotel has its fair share of stories – from the spooky to the sweet.

Go no further to experience the good old days.

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THE OLD CONFECTIONERY CASA NOVA HOUSE Travellers with a sweet tooth will take joy in spending the night in The Old Confectionery.

Formally Rice’s Confectionery, the boutique lodgings opened in July 2020, and it offers two striking bedroom apartments. Situated in the heart of the seaside town, within walking distance to the waterfront and historic precinct, it’s the best place to base yourself if you’re a cyclist finishing your Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail adventures.

Built in 1861, Casa Nova House features on the earliest plans before Ōamaru was even chartered. Now a boutique bed and breakfast with Category 1 status from Heritage New Zealand, this is a dreamy destination unto itself. Whimsically decorated with furniture you can sink into, this B&B is where you’ll want to go for a little R&R. The unique rooms look over the gardens and provide sweet views of seasonal beauty.

POSHTEL

NEST TREE HOUSES

Brimming with historical treasures and Outside of Ōamaru, perched high in trinkets, Poshtel has 15 sweet rooms, all with the branches overlooking the dramatic different themes. From fly fishing to Antarctic Hakataramea Valley, lies Nest Tree Houses. exploration, and farming, the eclectic rooms This luxury treehouse experience is a recent embrace each theme right down to the addition to the district. Here, it’s easy to calm lamps and toilet roll holders. It’s an ideal your body and your mind. Surrounded by getaway for history buffs and those last out nature, you might feel like the only people on the door of any museum. Poshtel is also the planet! You can take in the sweet country home to the Reef Gallery, which specialises air while roaming the farm or sit back and in New Zealand and Pacific art. relax in the cedar sauna and private bathtub. waitakinz.com

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CAROLINE BAY IS CALLING For as long as there have been people in the area, Caroline Bay has been a place for gathering.

From kai moana to whaling, to shipping, concerts, and carnivals. Even local wildlife, our kororā (penguins) and Hector’s dolphins, choose to call this place home. Timaru City was built around this beautiful beach reserve, which means you can explore the heritage and culture all within easy walking distance. Take a coastal walk over ancient lava flows, check out the beautiful Edwardian buildings, explore the ancient art galleries of Aotearoa with Te Ana, and admire contemporary art in an Edwardian mansion – all while stopping for outstanding food and retail therapy, of course.

A HUB FOR WINING AND DINING

A STREETSCAPE FROZEN IN TIME

Timaru’s Landing Services Building dates back to the 1870s. It was used to land (or bring ashore) goods and people moored in Timaru harbour. Today, the beautifully restored building houses Timaru’s Information Centre, Te Ana Māori Rock Art Centre, The Speights Ale House, and Street Food Kitchen. This area is a hub for wining and dining, and it springs into life on a Saturday morning with the Timaru Artisan Farmers Market.

Stafford Street is Timaru’s ‘high street’, with fabulous shops and eateries. The streetscape is Edwardian, so look up, and you’ll see beautiful historic buildings. After a devasting fire ravaged the mainly wooden commercial centre in December 1868, a council bylaw ruled that all new buildings in the CBD had to be constructed of masonry. As such, the main street is frozen in time. The pretty streetscape gradually winds up to fabulous cafés and restaurants on The Bay Hill overlooking the iconic Caroline Bay. 58

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SHIPWRECKS, ANCIENT LAVA, AND DOLPHINS

NATURAL HERITAGE AND HISTORY

Dashing Rocks is a favourite walk for locals, The South Canterbury Museum offers an given its coastal views and proximity to exciting portal into the natural heritage and eateries. Start with brunch, or finish with history of the South Canterbury region. It’s a sunset drinks at the fabulous row of eateries fantastic place for all ages to explore. It runs at the Bay Hill. Set off from beautiful popular programmes and events over the Caroline Bay. Keep an eye out for the coastal school holidays, including the Explorers Club. wildlife, including a pod of Hector’s dolphins, Upstairs, the exhibits include the prophet Te penguins, whales, seals, and sea lions. The Maiharoa’s greenstone mere and a working one-hour loop walk will have you wandering ‘Spacies’ machine from the 80s! If museums past a historic lighthouse and over ancient are your thing, there are 11 to explore in lava flows, which form the fantastic-looking Timaru District, including five specialist Dashing Rocks. vintage car and machinery museums.

ANCIENT ART GALLERIES OF AOTEAROA

AN EDWARDIAN MANSION OF ART

Te Ana Māori Rock Art Centre in Timaru is home to the most significant collection of ancient Māori Rock Art in New Zealand. The people at Te Ana are the kaitiaki (guardians) of eight tribal taonga (treasures), cut from their sites over a hundred years ago and now returned home to the centre and their people. Following an hour-long tour of the centre, you have the option to travel to the archaeological site – only accessible with a Ngāi Tahu guide.

The Aigantighe Art Gallery was established in 1956 and occupies an Edwardian mansion built in 1905. It’s home to an extensive permanent collection of New Zealand and international art. You can wander through the sculpture garden and head into the gallery to view featured works from its permanent collection or one of the feature exhibitions.

The gallery is open every day, except Mondays, and admission is free. Get inspired, and get excited at the Aigantighe!

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PALATE

Braised beef cheek WITH WINTER VEGETABLES

As we are finally reaching the depths of winter, why not bring the restaurant to you? The Bespoke Chef’s Jacob McKerrow has over a decade of experience in some of New Zealand’s top restaurants, providing luxury restaurant-quality in-home dining. Jacob loves creating seasonal and exciting menus for you to enjoy at home. This beef cheek dish is the perfect complement to a frosty Christchurch evening.

SERVES 4

4 beef cheeks 2 parsnips 1 pumpkin 4 large shallots 1 carrot 1 onion 1 stick of celery 2 bay leaves 500mls of cream 2 litres of beef stock 3 cloves of garlic 250g of butter 500ml of red wine 2 cups of water

Preheat your oven to 160 degrees Celcius. Place your roughly chopped onions, carrots, celery, bay leaves, and garlic in a heated frying pan. Once they are nicely brown, remove them from the heat and place them in an ovenproof dish. Take your beef cheek, and season with salt and pepper. Heat up the pan again and sear the beef cheeks until they are crispy and browned. Deglaze your pan with red wine.

Put the beef cheeks in the ovenproof dish with the vegetables, add red wine and beef stock. Place the lid on and put it in the oven for four hours, checking occasionally. Once cooked, take the beef cheeks out and put them aside. Place half of the cooking liquor from the ovenproof dish in a pot, heat and reduce until it makes a thick sauce.

For the parsnip purée, peel and dice the parsnip, and place it into a medium pot.

Add cream and a knob of butter, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on medium heat until soft. Remove the parsnip from the pot and keep the cream liquid. Add your parsnip to a blender and blend, slowly adding the cream mixture until parsnip is a smooth purée.

Place peeled shallots and water in a pot and boil. Cook until tender and then drain.

Cut in half when cool, and sear in a hot pan. This adds colour and flavour.

Cut and peel the pumpkin, and season with salt and pepper. Roast with oil at 180 degrees Celcius for 20–30 minutes until brown and tender. Put the beef cheeks back in the oven to heat for the last 10 minutes.

To plate, start with your parsnip puree, then pumpkin, then shallots. Lastly, place your beef cheek beside this and pour over the reduced sauce. You can add peas or green vegetables for colour.

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GOLDEN HERITAGE

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or such a young nation, New Zealand’s history is as rich as it is diverse. Colony, a new boutique at The Crossing in central Christchurch, tells a part of this saga – of a family that has been retailing in Aotearoa since 1868, the same time as the Wild West era in the United States.

Kris Jansen, the founder and owner, recently uncovered the history of her family.

“It was only during the COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020 that we really researched my own whakapapa, something us Pākehā are pretty bad at really,” says Jansen.

Her ancestors first arrived in the early 1860s to join the central Otago Gold Rush. Having left Denmark and Prussia – which were about to go to war – Johan and Louisa met on the Bendigo goldfields.

“We discovered this missing generation and the story of how Johan only found enough gold to make a ring for Louisa.”

The aforementioned ring is apparently still in the family.

Johan and Louisa followed the rush and moved north to Thames with the gold miners, but, along with Johan’s brother Lars, decided it was better to sell to prospectors than be one, so their first general store was established in 1868.

Johan and Louisa’s son Waldemar then started farming in the Waikato settlement of Orini, which included beekeeping. All these generations ago, the principles of pacifism, community, and harmony with nature were established and continue today.

Colony represents a journey from pioneering New Zealand to now, which the team aspires to share with the customer, with a range of locally made products from traditional mead and honey liqueurs to modern natural skincare.

“We want people to try quality NZ-made products, but also want them to understand the story. Our history is complex; we should understand each generation and add our own chapter.”

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THE SWEETEST THINGS

BORDEAUX VELVET

NAUGHTY NIBBLE

A BOX OF YUM

Cashel Mall’s Sweet Soul Patisserie is the clear front runner when it comes to fine patisserie, and its fabulous creation the Bordeaux Velvet is making a return, and it’s vegan!

The plum sponge cake is gloriously gluten-free, with crunchy cocoa nibs, and a raspberry insert.Sisters Rea and Taina have dedicated their craft to offering exceptional dessert offerings unlike anything else in the city.

Omahu Valley preserves are hand crafted in small batches and made with fruit from the Omahu orchards. These artisan products are preservative free with no artificial ingredients. The candied citrus peel is an ideal balance of sweet and tangy citrus; perfect just for decoration, in baking, or a nice naughty nibble.

Check out the range of Omahu Valley goodies in Ballantyne’s Pantry.

These individually crafted, unique chocolates in stunningly detailed designs are almost too good to eat.

Each gift box includes a selection of ten of House Of Chocolate’s delectable flavours and comes in beautiful gift box packaging.

Try the award-winning Bourbon Butterscotch or the intriguing Plum and Passionfruit. Online orders over $65 are delivered free!

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SPREAD THE LOVE Ōtautahi’s newest pâtissierie, Butter, offers traditional French pastries to celebrate the special events in life.

The seasonal menu offers a range of tarts, petit fours, macarons, and canelé, all from the recipe book of pastry chef and Nestle’s Toque D’Or gold winner Corentin Esquenet. If you’ve yet to experience a canelé, this is your official invitation to get on Butter’s buzz – these crispyshelled, custardy treats are cooked with real vanilla pods and rum in copper moulds with beeswax and are fast on their way to being the next big thing. Butter does them best. You heard it here first. butterpastry.nz

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GOOD TASTE COMES WITH AGE

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he original Barrys Bay Cheese Factory was opened on 6 October 1895. Starting life as one of nine small dairy cooperatives on Bank Peninsula, Barrys Bay is now the last surviving cheese factory. In the early days, cheese was collected by boat, and in later years it would travel by train from Little River to Lyttelton Port. Over the years, Barrys Bay Cheese has earned a number of accolades and admiration for the quality of their cheese, which became renowned internationally, winning the ‘Bledisloe Cup’ for their Cheddar at the British Dairy Show in 1950.

In 1953, a new cheese factory was built to allow for expansion while the local dairy industry was booming. By all accounts, it was the most modern factory in NZ at the time and is the same factory producing cheese today. At the height of production, Barrys Bay Cheese produced 400-plus tonnes of cheese per year, and nearly all of

it was exported to England. The signature cheese was the 36kg Clothbound Cheddar truckle, which is still made today. But when Britain joined the Common Market in the 1970s, the cheese factory’s focus turned to the domestic market, and they started making Cheddar in 20kg blocks which were easier to cut and handle.

Despite two brief closure periods in the 1980s, the factory fell into the right hands by 1989 with the first family ownership. A Dutch cheesemaker was brought in to teach the team how to make Gouda, Edam, and Maasdam – diversifying the range.

125 years on, and they’ve persevered with traditional methods to handcraft award-winning cheeses. Combined with fresh local milk and a generous measure of time on the shelf, they’ve learnt that sticking to their knitting makes a very fine cheese. You can visit their factory shop today for a cheese tasting and watch the cheesemakers in action.

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CLINK!

NEW OLD NORTH CANTERBURY

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ot many people know that the oldest Pinot Noir vines are planted right here in Canterbury. In fact, the first award-winning Pinot Noir from New Zealand was made by Danny Schuster for St Helena Winery in 1982.

Those pioneers knew that the hot, dry Norwest winds and long autumns were the perfect conditions to grow Pinot Noir. Other pioneers, such as the Donaldson family, trialled growing grapes in the Kennedys Bush area to benefit from the shelter of the Port Hills in the 1970s. In 1979, my father, Geoff Mavromatis, helped with trial grapevine plantings out at Waipara on Bruce and Jill Moore’s property and established Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and some Cabernet. One of those blocks is still called ‘The Mav Block’.

The success of these grapes in Waipara led to more plantings, although it was tough going in the dry, bony soils of Waipara. In the 1880s, a farmer of Alsace origin in Scargill noticed the limestone in North Canterbury and tried 66

to establish grapevines there. Presently the vineyards of Bell Hill and Pyramid Valley have been focussing on similar limestone soils to create some of New Zealand’s greatest wines.

Greystone (where I work) was originally growing on the flat gravels of Mckenzies Rd before establishing the current vineyard in 2004 on the limestone hills of Omihi. These soils are the perfect clay and limestone mix for growing fantastic wines and are incredibly rare in the world. A fact not much appreciated by people living in Canterbury. In 2020, after four years of legal wrangling, North Canterbury, has finally been recognised as a “G.I.” – basically a unique grape-growing area like Champagne or Burgundy. So Cantabrians can now be guaranteed provenance of the wines of our area that covers all the way from Akaroa to Pyramid Valley to Waipara and everything in between. It is an exciting time as people around the world recognise the potential that so many of our forebears knew was there.

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PERFECT PAIRINGS

BOTANICAL BASKET

THE ALPHA

MULL IT OVER

Native finger limes and organic oranges go into this botanical basket, with fresh ginger giving the Navy Strength Gin its signature power and intensity. The finger limes highlight the coriander, star anise, and turmeric for a fresh but earthy quality. The result is lifted aromatics of lime curd, pine needles, and fragrant spices with a vanilla character.

The Alpha Domus is made predominantly from Semillon, with a dash of botrytis Viognier. Leonarda has aromas of honeysuckle, dried rose petals, and lime. The luscious palate of orange blossom, apricot, and honey are completed by a zesty citrus finish. Ideal as an aperitif, or to round off your evening, paired with a dessert.

While we all know Grater Goods is renowned for their outstanding food, did you know they also have a range of activities to keep you entertained while you dine? Board games, puzzles, books, music, there is something to suit everyone throughout winter. Pair a glass of mulled wine with a platter of tasty morsels. You’ve crafted the perfect winter afternoon activity.

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TRAMWAY RESTAURANT The winter menu is now available on the tram and is proving to be very popular. It features flavoursome dishes perfect for the cooler season. Options include the two-way Canter Valley duck entrée: house-cured duck and duck parfait with fig chutney, faux mandarin caviar, sprouts, and toasted rye. With delicious local cuisine amidst the comfortable confines of a heritage tramcar, the Christchurch Tramway Restaurant is the perfect option for a unique dining experience this winter. christchurchattractions.nz

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Baker Electric 1904 AS TOLD TO Joshua Brosnahan

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ery few people know that there was a period at the start of motoring where electric cars were very popular, but very few have survived. This is the oldest original electric vehicle in New Zealand. This is one of six in the world. Two are in museums, and four are privately owned, so it took me many years searching the world to finally acquire one. These were the vehicle of choice for the First Ladies of The White House.

The vehicle was previously owned by an 86 year old, and it was largely unrestored, and I have kept it that way. The driving is fantastic, as it has tiller steering. Yes, it’s lefthand drive and rather quiet. It’s slightly faster than a cyclist. If I park in the supermarket car park, I always return to a number of people looking. It is rather valuable, and even my wife does not know how much it is worth.

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@03AR.CHIVES

I Chris Parker, Comedian fb.com/itschrisparker @chrisparker11

became aware of the Instagram account realised what I was missing most, a Christchurch @03ar.chives a few years ago whilst institution, home to my greatest memories as wasting a few hours of my life away a teenager and the birthplace of my love for on Instagram stories. I wasn’t looking for caffeine – Java Café. I immediately messaged anything of significance, rather to mindlessly the mysterious owner of the account, “Not absorb the repetitive imagery of influencers sure if you do requests, but I would trade my impossibly clean houses, breakfasts at trendy soul to see a photo of Java Café”. They replied, new cafes I’ll never get a seat at, and friends’ “There’s one coming, but it was taken on a new dogs being raised like human children.

Nokia 2280. It’s absolute rubbish”. I couldn’t A childhood friend had shared the photo believe my luck. Later that day, it was up. from the profile @03ar.chives, an account There it all was in all its tie-dye beauty, dedicated to sharing incredibly specific including those horrendous spiral staircases images of Ōtautahi city pre-earthquake. that led up to the mezzanine that I couldn’t The photo was of the old Christchurch stand up on. I yearned for a large bowl of Bus Exchange, a building I hadn’t seen since wedges and a mochaccino. I wanted to be back 2009. I was suddenly back there, feeling that there, sitting next to my girlfriend (yes, that’s immense social anxiety one would experience right), talking about Rocky Horror Picture Show, whilst walking down the stairwell to the and planning how we were going to get drunk main exchange while students from every in the weekend. There’s nothing revolutionary school in the city stared from those chairs in being nostalgic for your teenage years. that awkwardly faced you. I instantly started We’ve all been guilty of blasting some My following the account. Scrolling through their Chemical Romance and dancing till we have digital archives was like scrolling back to my ‘the stitch’ while alone in the house. But I think teenage years. Image after image transported there’s a certain level of nostalgia that only me to an incredibly specific hang out spot: millennials from Ōtautahi understand – to be The alley of food carts in The Arts Centre, the nostalgic for a city that held your adolescence food court at The Crossing that I never actually which was then almost entirely erased. I’m so ate at, Hack. It was deeply nostalgic in a way I grateful for you @03ar.chives. Whoever you are, wasn’t emotionally prepared for, certainly not you deserve a key to the city or at least a free while scrolling Instagram on the toilet. It’s then I annual pass for the tram.

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“I came over when I was about three and a half years old, so Christchurch is home to me.

“Being born in Fiji, immigration status was a challenge. For whatever reason, Dad hadn’t sorted out our visas through my primary years.

In 2013, we got to the airport heading over to Fiji; he told us we’re going for a holiday. The customs officer told us that we’d overstayed.

I was 16, so it was heavy news. I was into my second last year of high school, best friends around me, we were talking about tertiary.

“Once we got that news, I fell into a period of depression. I’d spent so much time in Western societies; it was so hard to fit in. My father left to continue working, leaving me and my brother in Fiji. I became familiar with the forests in the village. I was working hard one day, still young, and I thought, ‘what am I going to do with myself in the future?’

“Fiji was the birthplace of my interest in barbering. Long story short, it was my cousin who introduced me to the barbering artform. We started with these circular combs you can fit blades on. That’s how we used to do fades; we tried everything. When I finally

got my first clippers, it was practice on family members, friends brave enough to step into the chair.

“I guess you could say barbering was one of the things that gave me some direction, gave me some peace of mind.

“Barbering was my hobby, but I said, ‘I’ll just give it a go’. That’s really where my apprenticeship started, but the past caught up with me. One year into being married, it was stressful; I was paying for my father’s mismanagement. We had an immigration advisor help us, and I thank God because if it wasn’t for him, we wouldn’t have been able to go over that threshold.

“I’m a resident now, but it took a lot of time.

“I’m a big believer that a barbershop is more than just a place to get your haircut. You sit in the chair, and that’s a therapy session straight off the bat, especially for us males. And that’s a special thing for me; a simple conversation can make a whole lot of difference. Through that tough time, I received support and provided it to others from behind the chair. It got me through. That’s why I’m a barber.”

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