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Long live creative identities!

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orking in advance on this incredible magazine propels you into the future like you wouldn’t believe. At the time of writing my editorial, we’re weeks out from Halloween, and I’m here preparing for the issue in your hands and even looking towards the December/January issue. The creative juices flow, albeit in a more time-pressured fashion than you could imagine! It’s not something you ever get used to, though. It’s a strange dichotomy working in a role such as mine, sticking to strict print deadlines, and being creative within time restraints. Anyone in the creative industry would sympathise with me, as that is quite the challenge. As with so many other creatives, I am a big procrastinator! Every person in team Avenues is responsible for ‘firm reminders’ when the editor’s projects are …ahem… tardy.

Speaking of our team, I’d like to dedicate this editorial to Lucy, the creative director behind Avenues. Lucy is the reason we have overwhelmingly positive feedback on each issue. Each page you flick through has been considered and balanced by her artful hand.

Lucy could be thought of as the gatekeeper of the magazine’s design, but gatekeeper sounds a little too Lord Of The Rings-esque to be a fitting description. Lucy’s immense talent and creative approach to our body of work mean we are what many consider a stand-out publication, and long may that continue. Thanks, Lucy – what a great place we’re in because of you.

You’ll see there’s plenty of creative female energy throughout this issue – our lead features are all proudly creative wāhine, working on their crafts in various fashions. As we look towards the end of a tumultuous year, it’s comforting to see these creatives are stronger than ever. Long live the creative identity!

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THE BRIDE’S TRIBE An indulgent and luxurious slumber has been specially designed for brides and their bridesmaids to share one last girly night of pampering together before the big day! Choose to have it the night before the wedding or as an exclusive hens night with your tribe. dreamuponaparty.com

ETHICAL HEDONISM

ART IN THE CITY Ballantynes’ new gallery space showcases leading and emerging New Zealand artists’ original paintings, etchings, prints, and sculptures, with currently featured works including Mike Glover’s landscapes, Lynley Brownridge’s botanical studies, Nigel Watson’s bird sculptures, and Melanie Hamnett’s oil. ballantynes.co.nz

The Grater Good is written by Flip, owner of iconic Grater Goods, a vegan bistro and delicatessen you’ve no doubt seen in our pages. It highlights food that is truly delicious and about indulgence yet happens to be good for you and the planet. Over 60 European-inspired, adaptable dishes range from Seitan sausages, cassoulets, and bread to super easy spreadable cheeses, pâté, crackers, delectable desserts, and plantbased baking and cooking. These recipes are edible activism, ethical hedonism.

They’re mostly unfussy, unpretentious, and shareable. Flip encourages you to gather around tables, break bread, and leave a tonne of crumbs as the French do. koapress.co.nz

HOME OF ADVENTURE Queenstown is home to many firsts, an innovative spirit, and a love of thrills. You are invited to share passions, try something new, and embark on an unforgettable adventure. There is no shortage of Queenstown adrenaline activities for anyone looking to test their limits.

From bungy jumping and tandem skydiving to river surfing, canyon swinging, and speeding through your surroundings by jet boat, many of these iconic experiences were pioneered in Queenstown. Immerse yourself in nature with outdoor adventures, including mountaineering and climbing, hiking, golf, and mountain and leisure biking. queenstownnz.nz

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THE MAGIC OF OTAHUNA Otahuna, New Zealand’s most noted private historic estate, makes for an incomparable venue to enjoy a memorable dinner celebration, indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime overnight stay over both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day or bestow the ultimate “stocking stuffer” in the form of a Lodge gift certificate. otahuna.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH GETAWAY World-famous for its fabulous selection of Marlborough wines, delicious cuisine, and brilliant atmosphere, the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is on yet again, 12 February 2022. In the heart of wine country, held at the Renwick Domain, you’re invited to celebrate all there is to love about Marlborough’s wine, people, food, and landscapes. Why not sample beautiful local wines and meet the people who make them, while you learn wine and food secrets at masterclasses, indulge in sumptuous wine/food matches prepared by famous chefs, and enjoy live music from top bands? Sound like fun? Tickets are on sale from 28 October. See you there! marlboroughwinefestival.co.nz

CREATIVE SPACES Ōtautahi Creative Spaces is a specialist creative well-being initiative supporting people with experience of mental distress. It brokers community connection and engagement with contemporary art. Artist leadership is actively supported through studio groups, mentoring, collaborative projects, and exhibitions. otautahicreativespaces.org.nz

SOCIALLY SUSTAINABLE For abundance in action, look no further than Hotel Give – Aotearoa’s first socially sustainable hotel. The YMCA has transformed its accommodation offering into a newly refurbished, contemporary hotel. Modern, centrally located, and remarkably affordable, Hotel Give is a game-changer for your next inner-city stay. Best of all, Hotel Give directs all profits back into the YMCA programmes and services that support the young people of Christchurch – so guests can sleep easy knowing they’re supporting better outcomes for our local community. Go and see for yourself! hotelgive.nz

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just love this place and its resilience. In November, all the great things Canterbury is known for are on show – our deep and historic artistic roots, fashion on the field, and creatives pushing the boundaries.

Some of these are on the following page.

For this month’s Culture Club reviews, there are exciting options to fill your time, with international stars and locals alike producing some of the best content out there. Also, not on my list this time, but something I must mention is a new Disney Plus series by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, Only Murders in the Building. This is truly like no show I’ve seen before, with its genuinely modern storyline cemented into beautiful, whimsical filming and some expertly eccentric writing.

I know I recommend streaming services a lot in my editorials, but if you’re not on board, you’re missing some of the best TV at the moment – most of them are the price of a couple of flat whites for the whole month.

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Sir Elton John is a prolific artist and has produced some of the most iconic songs of the last 50 years, and his latest drop, The Lockdown Sessions, has well and truly made waves on the charts. The record is a collection of who’s who right now, featuring tracks with Dua Lipa, Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, and my favourite, Charlie Puth, with the track After All. This delightfully eclectic mix of music makes this one of his greatest.

The story of Troy has been told by many of the greats from Euripides to Homer (the epic poet, not the nuclear power plant worker from Springfield), and now Stephen Fry retells it in an equally glorious fashion.

In Troy, the former QI host shares the bloody passion and conflict of the legend, its context, and the myths surrounding it. Stephen Fry is an excellent storyteller, and the details within this text are impressively complete.

WORKPLACE DRAMAS What’s better than a long film? A short film.

Recently hitting the internet screens is Someday Stories’ latest A Peek Inside The Chch Internet Troll Agency. The mockumentary style clip centres on a Russian troll office based in Christchurch, tasked with various misinformation roles. After a threat to their existence, they come up with a final plan to knock the Kremlin’s socks off. It’s a fantastic performance of local talent and a perfect interlude to a dreary day.

Find it on the Someday Stories Facebook page.

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RAVENSCAR HOUSE MUSEUM Ravenscar House Museum on 52 Rolleston Avenue is a new home for the cherished art collection of Susan and Jim Wakefield. Designed by leading architects Patterson Associates, Ravenscar House Museum, the couple’s gift to the city, is a reimagining of their stunning Scarborough home, which was damaged beyond repair in the February 2011 earthquake.

Paintings, decorative arts, furniture, and antiquities collected over 30 years are on display, including works by Frances Hodgkins, Colin McCahon, Ralph Hotere, Rita Angus, and a wide range of other beloved New Zealand artists. Visit to learn about a generous Kiwi couple and share their delight in living with beautiful artworks. Admission charges apply.

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See the Christchurch Arts Centre come alive with music. The Civic Music Council’s 80th anniversary celebrations will feature our city’s best and brightest musicians and iconic cultural organisations in a concert, with the finale by our much-loved Woolston Brass Band. This free event is on from 10.30am to 4pm. Drop in or stay all day – an event not to be missed!

Spring is here in Canterbury, and that can only mean one thing – Riccarton Park Race Week is right around the corner! This year, attendance may be limited, but the Cup Meeting at Riccarton Park Racecourse will still be full of excitement, glamour, and outstanding racing on each of the three days.

If you can’t be here, make your own party to celebrate this great Christchurch institution.

Social Woes is a solo exhibition by Wellington-based urban artist Chimp examining the social policing facilitated by the internet. Opening on 5 November at Ōtautahi’s Fiksate Gallery, you expect to see 10 new, large-scale works and a selection of prints in his signature style, which combines portraiture, bird realism, and abstraction in mixed-media.

7 November, The Great Hall, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, musiccanterbury.co.nz

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n November, the city’s home of art will become host to a world of unique, surprising, and inspired threedimensional artworks. Selected by curator Koji Miyazaki, the two-week-long festival of sculpture at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora will showcase around 40 well-known New Zealand artists, and over 200 feature works – everything from ceramics to jewellery – will be on show or for sale to the public.

Opening weekend (12–14 November) will be a hive of activity where you can hear artist talks or watch artist demonstrations and try your hand at a creative workshop. Entry to the festival is free, but the workshops and demonstrations are ticketed.

The festival runs from 12 to 26 November; open daily 10am to 5pm (except 12 November when it closes at 4pm).

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ith the rollout of the Covid-19 It is more complicated for workers not vaccine well underway, the covered by the health order. Employers question as to whether employers cannot require employees to be vaccinated can require employees to be vaccinated is a unless they occupy a “high risk” role. To hot topic in the news. determine whether a role is high-risk, If you are a border or managed isolation employers must carry out a risk assessment. worker, the answer is simple – yes, your employer This assessment includes considering, for can require that you are vaccinated. Employees in example, the amount of exposure a worker these roles are covered by a government health has to others, how easy it is to identify order making it a legal requirement that this persons the worker has contact with, and work is performed by vaccinated employees. whether the worker interacts with persons at This order has also recently been extended to risk of severe illness from Covid-19. The higher high-risk workers in the health and disability the risk, the higher likelihood the work should sector and school and early learning workers who be performed by a vaccinated employee. have contact with children and students. These Nonetheless, mandatory vaccination outside employees will need to have their first dose of of a government order remains risky and is the vaccine by mid-November. untested by the courts. Employers may prefer This new legal requirement has already been to encourage employees to get the vaccine tested in the courts. Last month, the Employment rather than making their role dependent on Relations Authority held that a border worker it. For example, we are seeing staff incentives who refused the vaccine was justifiability used to encourage employees. Employers dismissed. The High Court also dismissed an should also consider what other steps they can attempt by the same employee to challenge take to ensure health and safety. the new law for being too heavy-handed. We This remains a developing space, and we expect both decisions to be appealed. await further decisions with anticipation.

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he story of the Gilbert family is closely carpenter. When Tūhawaiki visited Peraki in November, the station log noted how ‘carpenter bound with the history of Te Pātakastow’d away in the bush’ and stayed hidden until a-Rākaihautū (Banks Peninsula). the southern chief departed two days later.

Runaway apprentice William Gilbert first The growing Gilbert family moved around the came to New Zealand aboard an American Peninsula before settling in Okains Bay in 1853 whaler in 1835. On a return visit in 1838, and establishing themselves as boatbuilders.

William had a fierce dispute with the captain after he sent a miscreant apprentice foretop in The couple were married according to Pākehā freezing conditions. He and a fellow crewman tradition at Pigeon Bay in 1854. Heni was seized three ancient pistols from the captain’s reportedly “a kind and loving soul”. One of her thirteen children, Robert, recalled being carried cabin and took charge of the vessel, taking as a baby in a shawl tied to his mother’s back it to Kōputai (Port Chalmers), where they over the rough, unformed tracks of the Peninsula. deserted the vessel. The pair took refuge at Puketeraki, near Karitāne, where William met According to local legend, Heni also carried her husband William over the hill to Wairewa and fell in love with Heni Te Marino (Ngāti (Little River) to seek medical aid when he was Irakehu, Ngāi Tahu) of Banks Peninsula. The gravely ill. She also worked as a housekeeper daughter of Te Heu and Te Kiore Marino, according to whānau whakapapa she was also and minder to the younger children of J.E. Thacker, the great-grandfather of the late Murray a close relation of Tangatahara, the defender Thacker who founded the Okains Bay Museum. of Ōnawe pā against Te Rauparaha. Heni had Heni passed away in 1888, aged 68, and fled south during the Ngāti Toa raids, sent William in 1895, believed to be 95. They are by her parents into the care of her uncle, the buried in the Okains Bay Cemetery and today great Southern Chief Tūhawaiki.

Late in 1839, without consulting Tūhawaiki, have an estimated 5,000 descendants.

An exquisite hand-coloured photograph of who seemingly disapproved, William took Heni north to the Rakaia in his commandeered Heni was gifted into the care of the Okains Bay Museum by her great-great-grandson, the whaleboat. The couple then walked for several late Orlan Te Rua Gilbert (1904–1974) of Little days to Peraki whaling station on Banks Akaloa, who also carved the frame.

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WATCH THIS SPACE He Tohu Artist Benjamin Work and Charles and Janine Williams Date May 2021 Location Etu Pasifika Health, Tuam Street When Etu Pasifika Health opened their new clinic in mid-2021, a vibrant mural by renowned Tāmaki Makaurau artists Benjamin Work and Charles and Janine Williams marked the western side of the building, providing a meaningful welcome to visitors. The work combines the distinctive styles of the three artists, suggesting the interconnectedness of Polynesian cultures. From the bottom left of the wall, an amokura (redtailed tropicbird), suggesting beauty and connection (and prized by Māori when found on mainland Aotearoa as a reminder of the ancestral home of Hawaiki), takes flight drawing us through the directional tāniko pattern of bright blues and warm yellows, echoing the waters and warm sunsets of the Pacific. A small manulua motif at the top of the wall, an ancient pattern that evokes navigation and voyaging, leads the eye towards Work’s striking chiefly figure at the front of the building, bisected by the architecture and interlocked with the geometry of the black window frame. The tall, angular figure, drawn from iconography found on Tongan ‘akau tau, serves as a reminder of ancestral lineage and guides visitors to the clinic entrance.

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

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Aje Wilderness Cropped Top and Skirt from Ballantynes. Photo by Dave Richards.

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lothes, by their nature, encourage creativity. By layering and pairing personal pieces, we have to choose the right outfit for ourselves daily, using our own artistic instincts to curate an ensemble worthy of public display.

Creative style is also represented by the forward thinkers who are going beyond the box stores and fast fashion to offer consumers more unique ways to get their hands on the goods.

Pre-loved aficionados like Arc and Artemis, Booteek, and To Be Continued offer up secondhand pieces – everything from designer digs to more humble threads – at a fraction of the cost but with all of the individualism that one could hope for when updating their wardrobe.

If you are in need of some seasonal direction, here’s what’s hot and what’s not.

Firstly, grab some patterns and bold prints that define who you are for the day. Cut-outs

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We’re humans who have the right to change our minds and our shoes. That is why we buy so many.

If you go by New York Fashion Week, mellow yellow is the colour to see and be seen this season, so add a little bit of a lemon twist to your life and libations. For this month’s Couture, we take this on board and show how creative a single colour palette can be. From phone cases and lingerie to Perriam and prints, the options are limitless when you set your fashionable mind on looking good.

I am calling all of you creatives. So go on, redefine yourself by spending some time reinvigorating your style. Cultivate your closet and create a wardrobe that is great. This can change on the daily, and it is up to you to wear what you want and not rely on society or socalled stylists to determine your daily duds.

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Prima Donna Bra, $169.95 thefittingroom.co.nz

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Brie Leon Chloe Bag, $229 ballantynes.co.nz

Eleanor Ruffle Dress, $329 perriam.co.nz

Arrow iPhone Case, $70 karenwalker.com

Camilla and Marc Pants, $730 nz.camillaandmarc.com

Witchery Ruffle Tiered Skirt, $169.90 witchery.co.nz

Django Juliette Sneakers, $199.95 andreabianishop.co.nz

Self-Portrait Midi Dress, $769 ballantynes.co.nz

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he hills, land, and country-living inspire the timeless jewellery and accessories of Whistle & Pop. Whistle & Pop was founded just four years ago by entrepreneur Bex Hayman who lives on a beef, sheep, and cropping farm up the Hakataramea Valley near Kurow with her husband and their three young children. This personal connection to rural New Zealand is the main ethos behind the company’s creations which tend to find favour with those who share that common bond.

“I started the business end of 2017 after hanging up my boots on my country-music singing career and moving to the station as a new bride. I am a very creative person and founded Whistle & Pop as a way to express my creativity through jewellery and accessories. I literally love, live, and breathe Whistle & Pop. I love it so much; it’s my fourth baby,” Bex says.

Bex and the team design everything from top quality 100 per cent wool hats to utterly unique ties, scarves, and an extensive range of jewellery pieces, shepherd’s whistles, and

cattle tags. Whistle & Pop’s pieces all have exceptional practicality and style that can be worn in both town and country.

In these four short years, the business has grown to become one of the country’s largest rural-focused jewellery brands and has seen constant expansion and even more passionate members added to the team.

Bex thinks the key to the success of Whistle & Pop is the growing desire for lifestyle goods and services that focus on the rural market.

The best way to help communicate this unique identity is by using local people and making the most of our amazing rural landscape, which they are so lucky to live in. Interns help keep the brand real, fresh, and elegant.

“We love adding our little bit of country flair to everyone,” she says.

Aside from the headquarters on the station, the brand is only available online, but they are currently working towards being available in a select number of outlets in both the North and South Islands by 2022.

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New beginnings inspire the Emergence Collection from Black Matter. The form and textures resemble a leaf, symbolising growth, transitioning from one season to the next. Black Matter is statement jewellery for people who value style, quality, and ethically made products.

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The Seventies called, and raffia is back. Is there a better way to express your natural style than with these Jessa High Heels by Jo Mercer? Leather lined and set upon a high stacked heel, the raffia vamp is the real eye-catcher here. The price point plus the style versatility make a perfect match, and the delicately woven design will take you effortlessly from day to night.

Jo Mercer Jessa High Heel, $199.95, jomercer.com.au

STYLE TIP Pair these with an all-white look to look crisp and clean for your next event.

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WHY WE LOVE THIS LOOK This ensemble from Fashion Society will have you feeling like you are the life of the party. The fun shades in this Leo Lin dress serve as the perfect pairing for more muted toned accessories like the heels in off-white that feature the most feminine leather ankle wrap. Keeping with the coral palette is the purse with just enough space to fit your phone, plus some lippy to refresh the look.

These snakey stunners will have heads turning. With the brilliant butterfly frame and sneaky snake detail, these are perfect for bursting into spring with lots of style. Inspired by Bulgari’s extraordinary jewellery design, this collection boasts uncompromising quality and brilliant attention to detail. An expression of elegance and refinement, Bulgari designer sunglasses blend sophistication and intriguing style into an extraordinary luxury.

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Leo Lin Flamingo Silk Linen Dress $1049, Ba&Sh Paris Celly Heel $729 ATP Montalcino Cachetta Bag $699, Jasmin Sparrow Treasure (gold/pearl) earrings $749, Gucci GGO650SK 003 Gold Brown Sunglasses $689 Visit Fashion Society online fashionsociety.co.nz or in-store at The Crossing and Merivale.

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NICOLE REBSTOCK Avenues had a quick five with New Zealand shoe designer Nicole Rebstock about the opening of her latest store at The Crossing, her jump from law to shoe design, and what it’s really like to build a brand.

Tell us a little about your brand and background. The Nicole Rebstock brand reflects several things for me. Firstly, my fashion sense – I love classic lines and bold colours. It also fulfils a need for classic pieces that pull an outfit together and work day to night. However, most importantly for me, the brand is a reflection of taking a risk and doing what you love. I launched the brand soon after completing my professional legal studies following a Law and Commerce degree. I opened my first store in 2017. We now have three stores and a fourth in the pipeline.

What was it like creating the brand?

How has the journey been? It has been a whirlwind! Starting a venture and nurturing it into a successful business is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a lot of work and takes serious perseverance, but I love the fast pace and the fact that no two days are the same.

There are so many things to learn when you start a business, and you are so careful to do everything correctly, despite not really knowing what you are doing! It’s a very messy and consuming process, but there is certainly joy when you step back and look at what you’ve created.

Tell us about your jump from law to shoe design. I remember going into my second What makes your footwear stand out from year of law school and thinking, “I cannot see others? The brand is known for perfecting myself waking up every day and doing this”. I classic and feminine designs, often featuring loved fashion, and shoes in particular, but I had rich colours. I would say my designs are more absolutely no background in it, so had never European inspired, except for the fit. Kiwi really considered it as a career path. However, women tend to have wider feet, and I spend a one morning something changed in me. I great deal of time perfecting the moulds (lasts) figured that everyone had to start somewhere, we use for our shoes to ensure their comfort. and if others could do it, then so could I. I quite literally jumped out of bed, ran downstairs, and Your new store has just opened in The got some paper and a pencil and drew my first Crossing. Can you tell me a little about this shoe. Granted, it wasn’t a great drawing, but it spot and why you chose it? We wanted to be was the start of something! People now often part of a premium shopping experience, and ask me if I regret studying law, but actually, The Crossing fits that perfectly. The vision I think it’s what gave me the confidence and passion the owners had for the rebuild of in myself to start the brand! The skills you Christchurch city also really resonated with learn – attention to detail, asking the right us. We are now located on Kettlewell Lane, questions, the ability to dissect information to which has an exclusive and boutiquey feel. reach a logical conclusion, and just being taken We are surrounded by other complementary seriously as a young female in business – I clothing brands, so people can really get the wouldn’t trade them for anything. full shopping experience there! nicolerebstock.com 27

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Stop by the wonderful boutique retailers for the perfect gift or stocking fillers, such as movie tickets, massages, tattoos, artworks, dining experiences, perfumes, homewares, clothing, stationery, food, and treats for your tamariki.

Clae is an exciting new pottery adventure, celebrating beautiful locally sourced materials to create meaningful treasures. Sisters Natasha and Tatyanna run special clay experiences and handson workshops in their airy industrial studio space. Try throwing on the pottery wheel, hand building, glazing and materials technology, or even be guided through the alchemy of making your very own clay. Clae also offers a range of ceramic products to create objects embedded with individual stories of place and time.

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Creative identity From award-winning sketches to interior design and even philanthropic events, the following stories pull back the curtain on just a small part of our varied and unique creative identity in Ōtautahi.

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tautahi-based artist Ellie Compton As an architectural graduate, Ellie’s has won Ballantynes’ biannual artist background shines through in the winning competition Bring It To The Boardroom. piece’s style – the detailed cross-sections that Following a high number of exceptional told a story about Christchurch. submissions, digital presentations in front Ellie admits the transition from graduate of the team of discerning buyers, and much to artist contributed to a bit of an ‘identity deliberation, Ellie’s detailed piece on our city crisis’ but winning a couple of awards along won over the judges. The grand prize means the way, and even having former Museum Ellie receives the opportunity to sell her art Hotel owner and art collector Chris Parkin in-store at Ballantynes and on their website purchasing her work, means she feels she is for a year. on the right track. Her win with Ballantynes With the Ballantynes executive team onensures she’s able to elevate her position as call to lend their expertise, and Ellie able to a reputable local artist through a somewhat work with the team on a business approach rare business opportunity. and ‘pick their brains’ on her next steps, Ellie Ellie also feels honoured that her subjects also receives all revenue from the product share their lives with her in the creation of her sales of her winning artwork. works. “Quite often, these people share quite The CEO of Ballantynes, Maria O’Halloran, personal, intimate journeys with me in order credits Ellie’s creativity and eye for detail for their artwork to really tell a story. as part of the reason for her win. “Ellie’s “I worked on a large artwork as a retirement art speaks to her Cantabrian heritage, with gift from one business partner to another. gorgeous linework and elements that will They were in the hospitality industry. The end surprise and delight our customers. Ellie’s result was a bar setting, with a top shelf of artwork weaves narrative and architecture liquors, all named after former businesses the together to create worlds through pair had owned. To have that client feed back beautifully delicate details.” to me that he had ‘never felt someone capture Ellie is excited about the win. me, to an absolute tee before’ meant so much “It’s a very humbling but incredibly to me. I’m now part of a bigger story, and that exciting feeling…I am thrilled to be means so much to me as an artist.” receiving some mentoring and business Ballantynes’ Marketing Manager Shelley advice from the Ballantynes team. I think Gayford also mentions that after Ellie’s this will be the start of many exciting winning work was posted on their social opportunities to come,” she says. media, the overwhelmingly positive As a Christchurch-born business, response to the winning artwork was a Ballantynes is excited to work with Ellie on welcome affirmation; this piece was the her journey and to see her brand develop right choice to take out the top prize. and grow. “For us, this is about giving back Keep an eye out for Ellie’s artwork gracing to our community,” says Maria. “More than the walls of Ballantynes. Her art will be ever, it is so important to support local talent launched in conjunction with an exciting to ensure our communities stay vibrant and new art space in Ballantynes: The Gallery, an full of creativity. We’re so excited to begin this area designed to exhibit both leading and partnership with Ellie.” emerging New Zealand artists. ballantynes.co.nz 32

INSPIRATION BY DESIGN WORDS Shelley Sweeney PHOTOS Dave Richards

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ouble wooden herringbone doors lead into the luxurious Eterno Design showroom in Merivale Mall, where interior architect Emma Morris works at the art of transformation.

Emma’s 25-year career has taken her around the world, working for a broad range of clients and budgets. With Eterno Design, Emma brings her timeless international style, along with a wealth of experience and industry contacts, to create unique and beautiful spaces.

While Eterno Design has been in business for some years now, having a showroom gives clients a starting point, with beautifully staged areas for visual and tactile inspiration.

The small team offers comprehensive design services, including designer kitchens and bathrooms, walk-in wardrobes, fireplace joinery, lighting design, entertainment units, and custom-made furniture pieces.

“We give our clients a high end, luxurious look for every budget. We’re all about creativity and pushing boundaries,” says Emma of her team, who work alongside the architects, designers, and trades involved in each project.

On entering the showroom, you are immediately struck by the sleek American Oak cabinetry of the kitchen. The blonde oak finish has been achieved with a bespoke stain. The seamless panelling in the cabinetry coupled with subtle and well-considered LED lighting is a signature style for Eterno Design.

The living area features a stunning sofa and artwork. “If a client likes a particular furniture designer, we can work with them to create a bespoke piece to perfectly complement the proportions of their space,” says Emma, who helps clients to source and commission art.

Eterno Design also offers an interior furnishing package to style the complete interior of a home from curtains through to kitchen crockery.

A thoughtfully curated selection of bathroom tiling options can be found displayed in the showroom, from porcelain flooring to soft textured, large format stone. “I want to inspire our clients with a variety of textural, tonal materials to show them what’s possible,” she says.

The Eterno Design team has won many accolades, including the prestigious National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA) and Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) NZ awards. For Emma, staying at the cutting edge of design trends is an integral part of her work.

“There is a trend towards natural stone and tactile materials,” says Emma, who also notes the recent advancements in design technology have improved the durability of porcelain. This product is available in a broad selection of textures, making it an increasingly popular choice for its heat and stain-resistant qualities.

The kitchen counter in the showroom is made from durable porcelain with a stylish matt finish.

When it comes to quality, Emma says, “We like to oversee everything we have manufactured. Nothing leaves the factory without sign off from the team”.

This attention to detail has earned Eterno Design a reputation for excellence. This thorough approach is carried through from start to finish, as each designer works as a project coordinator, holding regular meetings and site visits.

Every project starts with understanding how each client would like to inhabit their space to optimise the interior and exterior flow. The team works to create inviting spaces and bring continuity throughout every home with functional design and ‘wow’ factor.

By looking at the architect’s plans, they consider all aspects of the design, including spatial layouts of kitchen and bathrooms, furniture, and custom cabinetry for a considered individual space.

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KEEPING CONSCIOUS WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTOS Corentin Esquenet

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pstairs at St Asaph Street’s Boxed Quarter is the home to The Conscious Club – a collective of makers with a focus on sustainability, local economy, and supporting Christchurch’s creative scene with events such as markets and speaking engagements.

These ‘events with purpose’ are led by a team of young, diverse people. With a focus on large-scale social issues in a creative and fun manner, the markets and events these makers host are well known and far-reaching.

The driving forces behind The Conscious Club are Selina Faimalo and Kophie Su’aHulsbosch, along with many others.

Selina is in charge of the operations of the club and also works as a freelance project manager. Kophie is the creative director and sustainability advisor. She also moonlights as a freelance artist, graphic designer, mural artist, and illustrator.

Chances are you’ve walked past one of her iconic pieces in the central city.

Pip Currie is the shop manager and creates under the moniker Littlest Pip Knits, providing the store with cute crochet and knitted items. Lucy Ferguson works as a full-time school teacher but helps out when she can, and a few new recruits are also on board to help. It’s a fast-growing movement.

All involved in The Conscious Club are volunteers, but they are passionate about making ‘cool stuff happen that makes a difference’ whilst sharing their important messages, anything from local to global issues.

According to Selina, The Conscious Club began when a few young makers met in classically millennial fashion through social media, namely Instagram.

“We all had a shared interest in small business and sustainability, and from

there decided to host an event together; a sustainable and affordable market. That was over two years ago! Since then, The Conscious Club has evolved and expanded very quickly, and we have diversified our events, to include speakers, meet ups and more.”

The events that they have hosted share the values of diversity, transparency, kaitiakitanga, inclusivity, and creativity.

“We have vintage and second-hand clothing markets we host each season, where everything is $20 or under. We just want to keep it accessible, to try keep fashion circulating to prolong its life. We also have had large charitable exhibitions focused on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and even a chat series on the topics of sustainability, mental health, racism, and more,” Selina says.

The team acknowledged Covid as a challenge for their events, pushing back most, if not all, of their planned events.

Kophie says, with the team all being volunteers, “putting our time into events that could potentially be cancelled has a domino effect of not being able to earn money to earn a living. But we are an optimistic bunch and adapt to these trying times; luckily, we can still do our smaller events like workshops and movie nights”.

Selina, Kophie, and the entire Conscious Club invite Avenues readers to come along to one of their events to see what they are all about once they are up and running once again.

“Check out our shop at Boxed Quarter where we are based; come say hello! We also have a Patreon account where you can become a patron, as well as a ‘Ko-fi account’ where you can donate the price of a coffee or more. Volunteering at our events, or even just showing up, goes a long way!”

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AN UPLIFTING HOME

The owners of this Ōhoka property were at the ‘Love it or list it’ stage when they embarked on an exciting project to renovate and extend the house. They describe the results as ‘something very special’.

WORDS Anna Scaife PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands BUILDER D J Hewitt

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hen they purchased in 2003, the owners felt their Ōhoka house stood out too much on the generous section, which was broken up by little more than a collection of diminutive olive trees. They set to work developing the garden and added a cottage for a family member, which they say “helped the house begin to gain some scale, to look more like it belonged on the property”.

Eventually, the couple settled on a renovation, approaching Daryl Hewitt of DJ Hewitt Builders to complete the work.

“We chose them because they had built a lovely home for friends of ours who spoke very highly of the company and their experience with them. We were aware of their excellent reputation in Christchurch, so we were thrilled when Daryl took it on as we thought our project might be too small.”

The first portion of the brief was to enhance the ensuite bathroom and extend the master bedroom to create a relaxing sanctuary and make the most of the stunning views.

“We added a freestanding bath and windows that look out over the gardens and towards the mountains. We also created a balcony off the bedroom to give it a more open feel plus add extra space to relax.”

Alterations to the exterior cladding modernised the home and further enhanced the connection between the house and the cottage.

“We added cedar gabling, which softened the exterior of the house and tied the two buildings together.”

The couple’s second request was to complete an extensive upgrade to both the interior and exterior of their home and add design features such as the beautiful Oamaru stone fire surround and ambient feature lighting.

“Our plan included upgrading all the bathrooms.

We also replaced the carpets and flooring, updated the lighting, repainted the inside of the house and re-plastered and painted the outside.”

The couple enjoys cooking and entertaining, and this prompted a rethink of the outdoor areas to improve indoor-outdoor flow.

“The master bedroom extension created a covered patio, and we added a series of tiled outdoor living areas, so we have more connection between the garden and the kitchen and dining spaces.”

When selecting the interior finishes, the couple enlisted the help of consultants from McKenzie and Willis and Cavit & Co, as well as Tara from DJ Hewitt Builders, whose practised eye helped to narrow down the bathroom and kitchen specifications.

“We wanted a sophisticated, elegant look whilst remaining very homely. We enjoy original artwork and have incorporated our favourite pieces into the interiors. In the main bedroom, the interior colour choices were built around a large painting of sunflowers by

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John Badcock that we bought to hang above standard. When the house was finished, it was the bed. In the audio/music room, we went for as perfect as it could be and a joy to live in.” a mix of quirky, retro, and Scandi themes.”

With the work completed, the home appears The couple says that overall the project ran thoroughly modernised, balanced, and at home very smoothly, and they enjoyed watching amongst the beautiful established gardens their new and improved home evolve. crowned by rows of beautiful spring blossom.

“Daryl is very involved in the process and is The homeowners have firmly decided to ‘love it’ both personable and approachable. We found and are giving no more thought to moving on. the quality of the workmanship excellent, “The house is small enough for us to feel and all of the tradespeople on the job were cosy and large enough to entertain and host extremely competent.” multiple house guests.”

And no matter the size of the job, it’s often At a time when centring our lives around the little touches that linger in the memory. home and family has taken on a new level of “The biggest joy for us was every little thing importance, there’s no doubt this renovation that needed to be done with the house, no project has met the brief. matter how small, from fixing squeaking “The renovation has uplifted the house to floors to painting the dog kennels in the something special for us; it has given us a sense dog run, was completed to an exceptional of real permanence and happiness here.”

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oft tones of green (Resene Green Spring and Resene Paddock) and pink make this room cosy and full of playfulness with a country twist. Adding a timeless mid-century chair to a bedroom brings up the relaxed vibe and makes a space for reading under a canopy of organic green tones. Adding bold stripes adds a modern touch for your little person.

Inspired by Scandinavian design, this retro designed chair is by Levin-based Craftbuilt. Available in different woods and fabrics, this chair is simple but very effective in a variety of home spaces.

Add whimsy with linen patterned with wildflowers. Bedding is an easy way to change the mood of a bedroom, and the wall paint choices were taken from the colours of the duvet cover. Città Design created this duvet by hand painting a design based on a meadow of wildflowers – and it’s beautiful.

Organic and natural products like this side table made from the root of a tree soften the space and are also useful for a side table lamp and displaying your favourite trinkets. Conventional art doesn’t need to hang on walls – try something a little different to add texture and interest.

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THE ART OF LIVING CREATIVELY

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Lynette McFadden Business Owner & Mentor Harcourts gold @lynette_mcfadden

reative identity, along with creative intention, is not the sole mandate of the exceptional amongst us.

Everyone has that beautiful seed in them to do something different or special ‘out of the blue’ using their hands or minds. We can all imagine things in a new light; you don’t have to be a genius.

Creativity can be taught or cultivated, and if we look at change as a means of unleashing creative instincts, we can get an insight into how Covid-19 has been a catalyst for some to change direction. So it comes as no surprise to me when I read of lawyers leaving the industry to become artists or writers, nurses going into horticulture, and students looking at all means of creative and entrepreneurial enterprise.

Sometimes you just wake up and think, ‘what else is possible?’ and ‘is what I’m doing fulfilling my creative potential?’

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I’ve dabbled with so many creative processes and still do. Poetry (a work in progress), painting (a disaster), cooking (a joy), and now I use my keen creative eye to assist our company with its new property staging division. You’re right, it’s not worldchanging, but it makes my world a little lighter and definitely more joyful. Who would have known that the selection of something based on its colour or aesthetics with an end goal of making an area or an entire home look better would feel so rewarding and creative?

So, give yourself the space and time to look at your life and your world more creatively. Over the years, I’ve learnt that creative thinking is just as important as some of the scientific or clinical aspects of business and that its absence is deeply limiting. Stop worrying, find what connects you to your passion, and go for it!

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GROWING CULTURE We enjoy spending time in our gardens, but there’s much more to it than that. Outdoor spaces function as an expression of identity, places to grow relationships, produce food, and connect with nature.

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

he ability to readily access gardens and the natural environment cannot be underestimated. Scientists involved in a University of Otago study of 55 householders, which appeared in the Journal of Environmental Psychology, found the significance of gardens was greater than previously understood.

“Gardens proved to be very important for our householders; for physical and mental health, as an expression of ownership and identity, as sites for social relationships, for connecting with nature, and as sites of domestic produce production.

Householders’ connections with nature were idiosyncratic, multifaceted, and exhibited in ways that are more complex and varied than those usually considered by those working in the natural sciences …”

We tend to think that creating a garden is based on practical decisions and personal taste, but there are many more factors underlying how we go about building outdoor spaces. Our cultural history, family traditions, memories, emotions, and experiences all combine to form spaces that incorporate objects and vegetation, reflecting who we are and where we come from.

Identity

Well-being

Throughout history, wellestablished gardens have played an important role in the development of cultural identity. History is entwined in the traditional gardening styles and techniques such as Bonsai or Zen gardens in Japan or the famous formal gardens at the Palace of Versailles.

Gardens present opportunities for relaxation, recovery, and learning, from the toddler taking their first steps on the soft lawn to the daily ritual of tending to vegetables or flowers in retirement, offering us limitless physical health and well-being benefits.

Relationships

Self-expression

Parks function as meeting places, helping people to establish community, gather, and socialise. Traditionally, the town square was where people met to chat, share ideas, and form friendships in a neutral space. A school playground is a classic example.

Gardens, like our homes, represent an expression of personality. For example, you may choose a formal versus natural style or private versus shared, reflecting your values and creating a space where you feel comfortable.

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THE ARCHITECTURAL MEMORY OF A CITY

I Richard Dalman Managing Director, Dalman Architects dalman.co.nz

was looking at old photos of Christchurch last week with a friend, and we were trying to identify and remember what some of the now-demolished buildings were.

I couldn’t remember the names of a few, but I could remember who the architect was!

We could both remember an event at, or a visit to, various buildings.

Some buildings are more apt to creating memories than others. The Christchurch Town Hall, for instance, is home to many of our memories: our first rock concert, school choir, graduation…

We all remember our city’s buildings past or present in different ways. Italian Architect Aldo Rossi talked about the importance of a city’s ‘collective memory’ – memories that belong to all of us.

The Christchurch earthquakes destroyed much of our physical architecture, but memories of buildings and spaces remain in our individual and collective memories. One way of helping us retain these is to re-use surviving buildings or encompass retained elements within new developments.

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When Dalman Architects transformed the Hotel So into BreakFree on Cashel a few years ago, we had this on our minds. Our clients wanted a smart new makeover of the façade, so we installed vertical louvres on the outside. One side of the louvre was painted bright yellow and the other orange, so the building appears to change colour as we move past it. But the louvres also allow for a view through to the original IRD building façade when looking front on. That brings back memories of the old office building and numerous stories around it.

Inside BreakFree, we incorporated demolition timbers removed from the old AMI Stadium. Back rails from the bench seats were used with the original colours, and seat numbers were kept. For me, this brings back many fond memories of watching cricket with my older brother and mates and rugby with my father-in-law.

Hopefully, other Cantabrians might connect to former buildings and recall their own memories that they can share with others to develop our city’s collective memory further.

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ARE YOU BEING ‘BRIGHT’ ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY?

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he bright-line test is a rule in the Income home’ is where you have lived most of the time.

Tax Act 2007 aimed at taxing financial Therefore, you must have actually lived at the gains made on residential investment property for this exemption to apply. properties sold within the bright-line period.

For properties acquired after 27 March 2021, On 23 March 2021, the bright-line period the extended bright-line period of 10 years was extended from five years to 10 years. This applies. There is still a main home exemption, means that many residential properties – if but the rules for the main home exemption disposed of within 10 years of acquisition – will have changed. be subject to income tax on any profit made.

Under the new rules, where the property Any property acquired before 27 March 2021, is not used (while you own it) as your main however, will still fall under the previous rules. home for one or more periods of 366 days For residential properties acquired or more, you will be required to pay tax on a between 29 March 2018 and 27 March 2021, a proportion of the increase in the value of the bright-line period of five years applies, with property that matches the proportion of time tax potentially being imposed on properties that you owned the property and (for 366 or disposed of within five years of acquisition. more consecutive days) were not living in the Under the old rules, your property is not home as your main home. subject to the bright-line rules if it has been your The Government has also excluded new main home for more than 50 per cent of the time builds from the most recent law changes you owned the property within the bright-line meaning that new builds continue to be period. Inland Revenue has clarified that a ‘main subject to the old five year bright-line rules.

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THE FUTURE OF WELLNESS IHF has upped the ante when it comes to wellness in Christchurch. The newly opened health club in The Crossing has the best of everything: weights, coaching, cardio, classes, plunge pools, saunas, and a members’ lounge. Generously placed over 1200 square meters with a no expenses spared fit-out, owners Dan and Katrina Hood have single-handedly made it easier and more affordable for you to achieve your health and fitness goals, and it’s right in the centre of our city.

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hether you get your release with an intense exercise routine or a calming meditation session, IHF can offer you the most premium experience in Ōtautahi. It’s the little extras that will make your day, like complimentary snacks, beverages, and towel service. There’s also free parking and no joining fees. This health club is an oasis escape and everyday luxury.

IHF Health Clubhas a lounge called Elements, which is accessible to all members.

This is also a full service restaurant, with a full menus on offer. Food offerings are ready to eat or made to order, and you can refuel with a selection of wholesome snacks, meals, and beverages designed to satisfy most lifestyles.

All members enjoy 24/7 access to club facilities. This includes Elements, the members’ lounge, gym, group fitness and yoga classes,

saunas, and plunge pools. The partnership with leading brand Life Fitness means the offerings here are premium, from the weights equipment and cardio machines to the new PRAMA group fitness classes and affordable health coaching. These classes target, strength and conditioning, mobility, cardio, stretching, and other areas. All the options you need, under one roof, in an exceptional environment.

Stuart Hay from Wilson and Hill Architects was tasked with the re-occupation and adaptation of the historic structure. He says that Dan and Katrina Hood’s “passion and drive to deliver this project for the city and focus on quality and providing a superior experience for their clients is second to none”.

“The final project is clear evidence of this drive.”

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The modern, crisp approach to the renovation is interlaced with striking living walls from Oasis Greenery Systems – giving this space a real living, breathing atmosphere, somewhat fitting for a wellness hub.

Stuart remarks on the intimacy of the 1932 façade, highlighted in the windows and scale of the changing rooms. “The exposure to Cashel Mall is maximised through the large glazing on the original 2001 building, and the positioning of the cardio area overlooks the street.

With its large display windows, the volume of the newer build (from 2016) is maximised to the greatest effect in the PRAMA and yoga studio.

Jina Andrews from Andrews Construction mentions that a fit-out of this type in an existing building isn’t without its challenges. “We had some unique problems to solve, making structural changes to the building and a high-end finish made this an interesting project; having an excellent team makes all the difference on a job like this.”

The end results truly speak for themselves, and Dan mentions that it took many dedicated people to achieve what they have with the club.

“We are proud of the strong and supportive team that we have built here at IHF Health Club. There is something for everyone, and we’re excited to see what the future holds for us and our members.”

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ROTORUA, PERFECT FOR A MICRO-ADVENTURE With tulips and cherry blossoms in bloom and gorgeous wee lambs bouncing around in the paddocks, it’s clear that springtime is in full swing. Why not head to the North Island to celebrate the new season?

While there is so much do to in centrally located Rotorua alone, if you want to explore other areas as well, here’s how to include Rotorua for a micro-adventure. What’s a micro-adventure, you ask? It’s a short two- or three-night getaway, perfect for a change of scenery and to shake off the winter blues by doing something new, romantic, exhilarating, pampering, or all of the above.

PEP IN YOUR STEP

BUCKET-LIST ITEMS

Nothing says renew and invigorate like a bit of pampering. Polynesian Spa’s 28 lakeside hot pools and soothing treatments at Retreat Day Spa are just what the doctor ordered. The spa’s mineral waters are sourced from two natural hot springs: one provides slightly acidic water, perfect for relieving tired muscles, aches and pains, while the alkaline pools nourish your skin. Of course, you can take advantage of it all, plus take a dip into the cold plunge pool for a rejuvenating hotcold therapy.

The Ultimate Tour with Rotorua Canopy Tours is an absolute must-do. Voted TripAdvisor’s #11 experience on the planet, and this year named #1 Nature Activity in the world, this incredible 3.5-hour eco-adventure involves six ziplines, a 50-metre-high cliff walk, suspended swing bridges, an 18-metre-high controlled descent, and amazing guides who take you through a protected ancient forest. Besides having an incredible time in nature, you can feel great knowing that proceeds from your ticket go back into making this forest predator-free.

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CONNECT WITH CULTURE

MEMORY-MAKING ACTIVITIES

Te Puia is an amazing place, offering an authentic, highly personalised way to learn about our Māori culture and the geothermal landscape that has been drawing visitors since the 1800s. Most Kiwis know this is the home of the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, Pōhutu, but not everyone knows about the unique Geyser by Night tour which takes torch-wielding visitors through the reserve to learn about this incredible valley and the early Māori inhabitants who lived here prior to European settlement.

Rotorua is a great place to spoil yourself with speciality and bespoke experiences by land, air, and water. If you’re keen to explore new frontiers in mountain biking, HeliBike Rotorua delivers you and your bike via helicopter to remote trails. Volcanic Air helicopter and floatplane tours range from flyovers to landings on the summit of Mount Tarawera. Relax on a private charter eco-sailing experience aboard Pure Cruise’s 53-foot luxury catamaran. Check out MDA Experiences for personalised and personable one-of-a-kind tours and excursions.

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UP THE ROMANCE FACTOR

If adventure is your middle name, you can easily fill an entire weekend with non-stop, high-energy action in Rotorua, but one experience that’ll absolutely get the heart racing, and should be on every adrenaline junky’s bucket list, is white water rafting the world-famous Kaituna River.

The big deal with this one is that after several rapids and two small-ish waterfalls, you and your fellow raft-mates, plus your professional guide, will tackle Tutea Falls, the world’s tallest commercially rafted waterfall at seven metres.

While Skyline Rotorua is famous for its luge rides, it’s also a great place to take your special someone. Making your way to the top of Mount Ngongotahā via the Skyline Gondola is great for setting the mood as Lake Rotorua, the city, and beyond come into view. At the top, head to Volcanic Hills Winery to enjoy a Rotorua-made wine before dining at Skyline’s Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar. Both winery and restaurant take advantage of the views, of course, creating a gorgeous setting to rekindle.

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TE ANAU TIME Nestled in the heart of the deep south, Te Anau is blessed with extra long days in the summer. In fact, on the longest day of the year, Te Anau has an extra hour of daylight, with the sun going down an hour later than it does in the north of New Zealand. That means you get more time to explore, discover, relax, and enjoy Te Anau and its surrounding areas. It’s about time for Te Anau Time.

TIME TO DISCOVER

TIME TO ENJOY

Take a journey into the mysterious underground realm of the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, where you will find hidden networks of limestone passageways as you float in silence beneath the bright shimmer of glowworms.

Discover why Fiordland is known for its unique wildlife with a visit to the Te Anau Bird Sanctuary Punanga Manu o Te Anau to see the rare and prehistoric-looking Takahē. Dive beneath the surface of Piopiotahi Milford Sound and be amazed by the hidden treasures lying underwater with Descend Dive.

Discover the tranquil waters of Lake Te Anau on the Faith, a historic motor-sailer, while sipping on champagne with canapes or have some fast-paced fun with Fiordland Jet as you fly down the Waiau River. If you would rather go ‘over’ water than on it, make sure you book a ride with Wings & Water Float Plane. Taking off from Lake Te Anau, you will see why Fiordland National Park is recognised as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as its remarkable beauty is truly beyond belief.

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DESTINATION

TIME TO EXPLORE

TIME TO REFLECT

Te Anau’s the perfect base camp for exploring the area this summer. Get out and explore some of the day hikes or hire an e-bike and head out along the Lake2Lake Cycle Trail that links Te Anau with Manapouri, and cruise along the banks of the scenic Waiau River.

Why not jump in the car and explore Milford Road and all the hidden gems tucked in along the journey? Firm favourites are the Key Summit hike and the Lake Gun Nature Walk.

Are you looking for a bit of a vacation or just to go with the flow? Experience a chilled-out holiday in Te Anau where you can both reflect on your holiday experiences and take in the reflection from the crystal-clear waters of Fiordland. Paddleboard along the shore of Lake Te Anau, join Rosco’s for a Kayak Tour beside cliff faces in Piopiotahi Milford Sound or take the camera to Patea Doubtful Sound and get some water reflection photos.

TIME TO DINE

TIME TO RELAX

Foodies rejoice as you sample your way through some of the world’s best fare.

Fiordland offers a diverse range of dining experiences; whether it’s eating local delicacies like Fiordland venison and crayfish at Fiordland Lodge whilst taking in the picture-perfect lake views, enjoying the Redcliff Café’s live music with a glass of local Central Otago wine or making the most of three hour-long happy hours at The Fat Duck because that’s Te Anau Time!

Adventuring in Te Anau can be tiresome business, so make sure you fit some time in to recharge your batteries and relax. Unwind at Fiordland Cinema with a glass of wine and enjoy an evening screening of Ata Whenua, where you will be transported through Fiordland right from the comfort of your plush seat. Reset with a deep tissue massage or a soak in the hot tub before climbing into bed with views overlooking towering mountaintops and the calm waters of Lake Te Anau.

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THE CHEF’S TABLE

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n October 2010, I found myself one of the top 18 competitors in MasterChef NZ, Series 2.

I was standing in front of those kitchen benches and fearsome judges, and our first studio challenge sat beneath a ‘mystery box’ that set my knees shaking. Once revealed, I was surprised to discover that we all had exactly the same ingredients.

At that moment, deep in competitive land, my mind began to ping, and recipes floated into my vision, like Remy, the rat in Ratatouille.

For me, this marked the birth of creative identity and the importance of authenticity with food. Why? Because I’ve been cooking Jamaican food my whole life. I knew its personality and recognised very quickly that no one would be able to replicate my dish because it would come from a place of spirit, love, and culture – my DNA. I won that challenge and went on to win many more. Although I did get to the final, I didn’t win but became runner up in one

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of the most sensational finals in global MasterChef history. Ahh, them’s the days!

What I took away from my experience was that if you keep it simple, authentic, and infused with passion, those virtues will appear on the plate every time.

The origin of the chef’s table derives from an old practice of chef’s delighting their loved ones in the kitchen as they worked.

Subsequent to my experience, I was invited overseas to dine at the chef’s table of Gordon Ramsey, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea. Then dinner by Heston Blumenthal at Mandarin Oriental and Jamie Oliver at Fifteen, and homegrown Simon Gault at Euro.

With the Michelin Guide, the chef’s table has evolved into a bespoke and exclusive dining experience. However, in my opinion, the genesis of the dish is always the same.

It is an idea born of romance, infused with a blend of local, seasonal ingredients: passion, culture, pride, and a magical sprinkle of DNA.

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SLAVE TO THE CRAVE It’s art on the plate, mate!

THE MONDAY ROOM

SUPER RESTAURANT

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The tiny frontage is a beautiful disguise into the wonderous Tardis interior of The Monday Room. Set amongst exquisite textures of red brick, antique encyclopaedias, and lush Axminster carpets, a beautiful dark bar greets you. The restaurant boasts two floors with a mezzanine gallery.

The menu guides you to investigate and provoke your tastebuds with shared plates.

Our ‘Trust the Chef’ experience included beetroot tartare with carrot egg yolk, fish and chip croquettes with lemon gel and crispy potatoes, and mains of crispy skin poussin with green goddess sauce, plus a cauliflower salad with whipped garlic feta and pomegranate seeds. For me, it brought back resplendent memories of Harvey Nichols bistro overlooking Hyde Park.

With a gorgeous mixture of local, Central Otago, and Hawkes Bay wines, I’d eat here every day, even if it isn’t a Monday.

As you approach one of the oldest buildings in Lyttleton, you can’t help but smile. Super is personality on steroids. An arrival after dark tempts you with mystery, and neon lights dazzle like a circus tent, full of curious surprises.

This punchy blend of Asian-Kiwi fusion shouts creative identity! The menu, a delicate balance of plant-based and meaty morsels, is small and divine. There are offerings such as Kai Moana, which is market ika (fish) with braised kārengo cabbage, and the Shoyu Horopito Ramen, with choices of pork belly, chicken, tofu.

Two outstanding dishes, amongst many set and specials of the day.

The staff have extensive knowledge of the drinks menu. Cocktails are suggested, with fabulous local yarns to be shared.

Tip: keep the menu handy; an encore is definitely likely.

The 6am till 10pm bistro menu at The Lane tempts you to start your day with breakfast and brunch or end it with a glass of fabulous organic wine paired with an energetic, modern dish.

The Lane presents a fresh local collaboration in its brand new skin, emerging out of hospitality wallpaper and into real life with spectacular plates full of personality from chef Troy in partnership with Max and Sam of 5th Street notoriety.

This place serves reliable classics with a twist. There is the salted fish beignet and seaweed tartare that reeled me in, then the fabulous old school chicken schnitzel on a fluffy, cheesy aligot.

The wine menu is a dream with a pull out cellar door – straight from Santa’s personal stock, I’m sure. Because browsing through it felt delightfully like Christmas. Get your sleigh bells ringin’.

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top pick MIDNIGHT SHANGHAI 101/96 Oxford Terrace midnightshanghai.co.nz

Oooh my goodness! Where do I start? I loosened my belt in a cosy bamboo slatted booth amongst beautiful Chinese lanterns as we ordered Trust the Chef – a banquetstyle feast featuring iconic Shanghainese dishes. I highly recommend this menu option, available every day from 5pm.

Amongst the starters was the iconic Xiao Long Bao: succulent pork balls, in silky dumpling skins, with a juicy soup centre! Literal dumpling

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heaven. Then there’s the tempura cauliflower with its crackling, crisp batter, tender sweet veg, and a hit of chilli mayo – you know when you close your eyes and hear your favourite song because the food is so good? I was up there with George Michael, hearing ‘never gonna dance again’ deep within Careless Whisper with every bite.

Once we scraped the plates clean, the mains arrived and up went the melody

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with slow-braised beef ribs, pickled chestnuts, Sichuan braised fish, and a fragrant soup of silken tofu. On the side, a heaped bowl of rice and a plate of cheeky steamed veggies.

I know I need to talk about the wine, beer, and cocktails, but in my head, the melody continues. Such is the magic of trusting the chef at Midnight Shanghai… ‘guilty feet have got no rhythm’.

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eeping an eye on what’s cooking on here involves so much more than slicing. Stu shows like Master Chef is all part of loves training young people in the finer art of the job if you’re in the frontline of the butchery. That means, for example, showing fast-paced retail meat trade. In his many years them how to work with a whole pig carcass, as Merivale Fresh Choice Butchery and Seafood de-boning it and processing the pork for Manager, Stu Donnell has noticed that demand sale in various forms, including sausages. for particular items often ebbs and flows in line The same goes for lamb and beef, with with high rating culinary programmes. everything done the traditional way. The “One week, everyone will want rib eye on butchery team makes a range of authentic the bone, and then Jamie Oliver might bring old-style sausages every week, from Dry Age out something new, and it is shanks that are Jalapeño and Cheese to Wagyu and White selling fast. I try to keep up with the cooking Pepper and Green Thai Coconut Duck. shows, but in fact, we carry such a massive “I encourage the apprentices to learn how range that 90 per cent of the time we’ll have it to cook the meat they’re presenting and to here anyway, and we’re always busy creating eat it, so they know what to tell the customer. new products.”

For example, one who asks, ‘What does Beef Whether shopping for the slow cooker, Wellington taste like?’ It’s a great education smoker, barbecue or a quick oven-ready for them here.” option, there are always plenty of choices Stu and his team enjoy spending as much available from ‘The Merivale Grocer’ time as they can with customers. in-store brand. From koftas, kebabs, “We love getting them excited about what sausages, swirls, rollups, and wraps, to they’ll be cooking that night or on the weekend.” gourmet stuffed brisket, pork belly, lamb Deliciously tender steak, created on-site shanks, silverside, premium steak, and in a temperature-controlled Dry Aged Meat organic chicken, the meat range is not only Chamber, is a very popular choice. Stu says extensive but also impeccably presented. the chamber, which features a wall made of Quality seafood is also sourced fresh from imported pink Himalayan salt blocks, is used to local fish markets every day. age fresh rib eye, T-bone steak, and pork belly.

Stu started his butchery career as a freshCustomers can buy meat for the salt room and faced Shirley Boys’ High school leaver. He decide how long to age it, or alternatively buy was taken on as an apprentice in the Merivale dry-aged meat direct from the Fresh Choice retail butchery, entering as a clean-up boy Merivale retail butchery. and gradually working his way up. “I’ve Another very popular option with always enjoyed the humour that comes with customers is Black Origin Wagyu beef, this line of work – the banter has always been known as the Rolls Royce of beef. It’s rich in there; it’s a lot of fun every day.”

Omega-3 fatty acids, tender, and juicy – for Today, Stu leads a team of 10, including beef connoisseurs, this is the ultimate. two apprentices. Presenting meat for retail “The taste and texture are absolutely beautiful.”

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SWEET ON SUMMER

VANILLA THRILLER

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FULL OF FLAVOUR

Butter’s centrepieces are made for celebrations, big or small, and the Vanilla Bean Royale needs to be next on your ‘treat yourself’ list. It is light vanilla crémeux mousse, vanilla choux pastry sponge, and intense vanilla namelaka on a crunch made from sea salt, white chocolate, and feuilletine. Topping it off, it’s finished with a vanilla bean mirror glaze. This Butter offering is the best alternative to a traditional cake and easily feeds eight to 10 people.

Boom Desserts offers modern patisserie, re-invented into mouthwatering, vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free or reduced sugar content desserts.

You have to eat it to believe it! A stand out favourite here at Avenues HQ is the Coconut and Passionfruit Pavlova.

How they do it, we’ll never know – but everything on the menu packs a punch without sacrificing quality or taste.

Order online for free delivery, and check out the recipes on their blog!

A new vegan dessert from Sweet Soul has arrived! Go experience a sweet snap of mango mousse, layered with an orange cream, and a double down on the mango with a rich confit. Coconut caramel and an exotic cake layer round off this vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free delight from our mates at Sweet Soul. Like everything the team at this inner-city patisserie offers, this treat is absolutely full of flavour.

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PICNIC PICKS

PERFECT PAIR

SUMMER SPRITZER

AFTERNOONS IN SUN

Le Tribute Gin is a premium Spanish gin elaborated by MG distilleries and intended to be a tribute to the brewery’s founder. This set brings combines what belongs together – Le Tribute Gin and Le Tribute Tonic Water. As a leading Spanish gin brand, Le Tribute offers up unparalleled taste and quality within the quaint design of this wooden crate. This is the perfect pair for your summer.

Are you like us and in the mood to sip spritzers in the sunshine this summer? Well, we’re happy to say that you’re in luck. It is now rooftop season, and the Pink Lady is serving up this vibrant aromatic aperitif with candied raspberries, which are topped with dry prosecco. As the ultimate side dish, it is, of course, served with stunning views of our city, Ōtautahi.

This Riesling is ripe, luscious, fruity, and very seductive with aromas of sweet mandarin and lime flower, caramelised apple and honeysuckle suggestions. It’s off-dry on the palate with an immediate residual sweetness, then an equally intense and immediate contrasting acid line.

Fruit and honeyed flavours reflect the bouquet with a mineral seam that continues through the tasting.

Review by Cameron Douglas.

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o start, I’ll share with you a quote from the US-based magazine Wine Enthusiast.

“As vines age, so do their stewards.

Their deeper understanding of their unique patch of dirt strengthens a region that already crafts some of New Zealand’s most thrilling wines. Keep your eyes firmly on North Canterbury. It’s a masterpiece in the making.”

Lockdown taught us how important our connection with real things in life are: our families, the place where we live, where we play.

As life slowed a little, we learnt how much more we savoured that sip of wine or homemade sourdough. Whilst we are ever more engaged in a digital reality, our senses of taste and smell remain rooted in the natural world.

When you only get a chance once a year to make wine, the risks are high and the improvements incremental. So the family farm is far more suited to making great wine than one predicated on quarterly financials. I asked some of the families that live here in North Canterbury about what making wine means for them.

The Chapman family set up Terrace Edge over 20 years ago and have won huge accolades for their wines, including NZ Organic Winery of the Year. Pete Chapman told me, “When I reflect back, it’s ridiculous how much work goes into a good wine, but it’s hugely satisfying seeing, smelling, and tasting a glass in which all the seasons, the environment, and the weather have been compressed into liquid form which we can enjoy for many years”.

Mount Brown Estate was founded by Tony Rutherfurd, who passed the banner on to his daughter Catherine.

“Our small team is more like family than employees. We have to do all the jobs together – our vineyard team does the winery work over vintage too,” says Catherine. “And our ethos has always been that great wine starts in the vineyard.”

The Donaldson family has been out at Pegasus Bay since 1985, and every member of the family is involved – that’s four sons all working together! Their parents, Ivan and Chris, started this in a garage and built it into one of the most renowned wineries in the world.

“We love the fact the region has many small, quality-focused producers with a lot of young energy,” says Ed Donaldson. “We don’t have virtually any of the large multinational corporations you see elsewhere.”

The Bone Line goes back to 1989, although owner Vic Tutton has had family farming in Waipara for nearly 100 years. They’ve just got the next generation also involved as son Jack has started working in the business.

Greystone Wines was established by brothers Bruce and Peter Thomas. Tiki Wines is owned by the McKean family, who named it after their great-great-grandfather, Ngati Uenuku Chieftain Tiki Tere Mihi.

Nearly every winery in North Canterbury is family owned and run, with a deep connection to this place in the world. When you are next making your decision on wine, don’t be fooled by celebrity endorsements.

Look for what is real and authentic. The families above live here on the land, grow the grapes, and make the wines in your neighbourhood – for real.

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FIND A NEW HOBBY

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our lives in unforeseen ways. We hear tales of ’ve always relished any opportunity to perform. My fourth birthday party, which grannies teaching us how to knit and weird uncles teaching us how to binge drink. I was obviously a dress-up, was broken never thought my new hobby would arrive up into two acts. Act One starred me as in my life during a global pandemic. Yet here Batman, then dying halfway through the we are (again). Needle felting is the tedious, party, leaving to have a costume change, useless craft of stabbing unspun wool and returning for Act Two dressed as an enough times that it begins to mat and shift angel. While my juvenile audience was more its shape. You may have seen needle felting interested in the exploded Cheerios that my creations used as Christmas ornaments, and mum was serving, that didn’t get in the way of my enjoyment of it. It was never about the well, honestly, I’ve only ever seen them used crowd; my passion for drama originated from as Christmas ornaments. It is easily the most unhelpful of all the crafts in this world. But an authentic desire to perform. To perform brought me joy, and it was my hobby. Well, a as the proverbial saying goes, “You don’t get to choose what hobby you like; the hobby very loud, in your face hobby. chooses you”.

Cut to 15 years later, and I am studying Since taking up the hobby of needle at Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School, chasing felting, I’ve created a crown, which was my dream of becoming a professional actor purchased off me for the permanent and facing the bleak reality that I might collection at Te Papa, a little Dorothy from be spending the rest of my life working as The Wizard of Oz, a dinosaur for my nephew, Santa at Harvey Norman on Moorhouse Ave and thousands of little woodland animals (that’s a story for another column). While there should have been a part of me that was which I made during my live comedy felting shows. And there lies my latest overjoyed that I was getting to do the thing dilemma. Once again, I’ve found myself I loved for the rest of my life and be paid (in commodifying the only thing that brings Prezzy Cards and petrol vouchers) for that, me joy in the world and turning it into my there was a small part of me that mourned profession. For the last year, I’ve toured the the loss of my hobby. Acting became my country, performing live felting to sell-out job, the thing I complained about at the weekends to my friends. It had lost the joyful crowds. And like any job, I’ve found myself complaining about it at the weekends to my sparkle and pleasure one gets from their hobby. So, the quest for a new hobby began. friends and looking for time off from it as it’s not sparking joy.

Much like a millennial joining Tiktok, So, I guess I’m saying I’m in the market for starting a new hobby in your 30s feels clumsy a new hobby. Should I try aqua jogging? and cringeworthy. Hobbies usually arrive in

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“This started off with me wanting to get 1200 bottle caps per skateboard that aren’t in into rowing. My teacher said this is gonna be Kate Valley makes me so proud. bloody expensive. So, I looked at ways to find “My dream is to just keep on making them. money; I was looking at getting some sort of I mean, my dream would be we learn a way minimum wage job. to recycle caps. That would put me out of “Then I thought, ‘why don’t I start my own business completely, but I would be fine with business?’ And then it was like; it’s got to that because that’s my dream. I want us to be an eco-friendly business. If it’s not ecobe recycling. And also, my dream is to teach friendly, what am I doing? Like, I’m young. I people that everything doesn’t need to look need to think about what my future is and amazing. Like, it doesn’t all need to be the how I need to help the environment. same colour. We don’t need everything to have “I actually watched a few YouTube videos, and I a label on it. It’s okay to be a little bit rustic. found that you can turn bottle caps into chopping “Yeah, I mean, this project wouldn’t be here boards and stuff like that. And then I thought, without Ao Tawhiti school, really. The school ‘why don’t we make skateboards out of them?’ is supporting me by giving me time to do what And then that whole idea just blew up into this I want. We call it home-base to SDL time; we massive thing. And yeah, from there, I realised spend about six hours a week in home-base once I start, if I really focus on this, I don’t think doing SDL. SDL stands for self-directed learning.

I really need to get into rowing to keep myself “Next term, I’m doing a business class. So active. This is such a big thing in my life now. that’s big for me. I’m learning through doing, “Obviously, we are in a very dangerous spot but also like, I’m year 10, so I don’t need to right now about the environment and about fully focus on getting NCEA right now. I mean, climate change. I needed to do something you’ve got to come here to learn. You’re here quick, so I felt like I was doing my part. Using to learn. I’m just so proud of what I’ve done.” facebook.com/humansofchch 72

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