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Property January 27, 2017

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Do your homework before buying a holiday home

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FEATURE PROPERTY

What’s not to like 23 Davidson Street Great family home located in a very quiet street. Four bedrooms, modernised kitchen, nice sunny conservatory/office and good sized living and dining areas.

Big bathroom with ensuite located off the master bedroom.

Double glazed aluminium windows with feature bay windows.

Beautifully landscaped and private section with great outdoor living areas in two locations.

Unique BBQ area with outdoor lighting and even a glasshouse for the tomatoes. Well fenced and private, inspection is a must.

SALE FURNISHINGS | FLOORING | BEDS | CURTAINS

$520,000

Cosy heating provided by a pellet fire and heat pumps.

OPEN HOME

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www.bayleys.co.nz/553975

Mick Hydes

Phone 027 437 9696

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A HOME TO CALL YOUR OWN

Allenton

YOURS FOR THE TAKING

Allenton

118 Alford Forest Road

For Sale $275,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/553657

1 Bullock Street

For Sale Offers over $348,000 View Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/553846

Now is the time buy this brick home, in a sought after location. Enjoy the open plan kitchen and living. The plus is a sunroom, giving you that extra needed space. Priced for a first home buyer, so move the family or just yourself. The well maintained section has lots of parking, large garden shed, plenty of space for vegetable gardens and that trampoline.

Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This beautifully presented three bedroom home offers more than meets the eye. Large open plan living complete with compliant log burner that radiates warmth throughout the house. The block exterior has been recently re-painted, a modern laundry with gas hot water. The beautiful kitchen is the heart of this home. French doors lead you out to a large deck and fully fenced back yard.

Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

BRAND NEW AND READY FOR YOU

Allenton

KICK THE RENT

Allenton

5 Charlesworth Drive

For Sale $610,000 View Sat 11.30am-12.00pm or by appointment

29 Churchill Avenue

For Sale $225,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am or by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/552837

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Location, location, location - with an attractive price! Your chance is here to snap up this brick unit with potential to add value. You’ll find a spacious living/dining area with tidy kitchen. Both bedrooms are a solid size. The bathroom leaves scope for you to come along and update to suit your taste. As an entry level home in the desirable Allenton location, you’ll appreciate being close to popular amenities including shops and domain.

www.bayleys.co.nz/552430

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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This brand new property is ready and waiting for its new owner. Situated in popular Lochlea the floor plan is conducive to modern living with its flowing living areas opening to the outdoors. A fantastic walk in pantry in the modern kitchen is every cooks answer to creating beautiful meals.

Three roomy bedrooms, master with dreamy walk in robe and tiled ensuite. Quality fixtures and fittings throughout this is a home to be proud of.

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Allenton

WHAT’S NOT TO LIKE

Allenton

32 Churchill Avenue

For Sale $399,000 View Sat 11.30am-12.00pm or by appointment

23 Davidson Street

For Sale $520,000 View Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment

Our vendors have outgrown this much-loved property and are reluctantly selling after many happy years. They have renovated or replaced almost everything. The garage has an internal division providing an office, which is air conditioned, and has an optic fibre connection.

House and grounds are in pristine condition, fully fenced and secure for children and pets.

www.bayleys.co.nz/553909

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Great family home located in a very quiet street.

Four bedrooms, modernised kitchen, nice sunny conservatory/office and good sized living and dining. Big bathroom with ensuite located off the master bedroom. Double glazed aluminum windows with feature bay windows. Beautifully landscaped and private section with great outdoor living areas in two locations. Well fenced and private, inspection is a must.

www.bayleys.co.nz/553975

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

NEED SPACE?

Allenton

STUNNING DESIGN

Allenton

50 Elizabeth Street

For Sale Offers over $399,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm or by appointment

10D Primrose Place

For Sale $635,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm or by appointment

This home is ready for a good sized family to move in and enjoy. In a top location close to the domain, hospital and schools, even towns in walking distance. With three super sized bedrooms, sunroom, huge dining room, large lounge built for the sun and the kitchen has room for everything. Well thought out sunny landscaped section with great fencing and some terrific outdoor sitting areas.

www.bayleys.co.nz/552793

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Brand new four bedroom home finished to the highest standard. Superior specification including feature tiles, insulated garage door and landscaped gardens. Master bedroom with striking ensuite bathroom and generous walkthrough wardrobe. Located at the end of a cul-desac in the popular Lochlea subdivision.

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz/552184

Brad Wallis

M 022 350 2269 B 0800 438 547 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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LI ST IN G NE W BEAUTY ON BURNETT

Ashburton

IDEALLY LOCATED

Ashburton

372 Burnett Street

For Sale $280,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551337

2/26 Havelock Street

For Sale $335,000 View by appointment

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Four bedroom bungalow on easy care section Recently renovated, making this a tidy investment or excellent first home Centrally located, just a short stroll to the CBD

Brad Wallis

M 022 350 2269 B 0800 438 547 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Take advantage of the opportunity to own this generous three bedroom townhouse with double garaging. The location is ideal for those wanting to reside close to the town centre. The rear section has its own driveway and attractive private grounds. Enquire today to view this affordable home.

www.bayleys.co.nz/553967

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

WHAT A FIND

Ashburton

LOOKING FOR CENTRAL?

Ashburton

8B Goldrich Grove

For Sale $535,000 View Sat 11.30am-12.00pm or by appointment

32A Havelock Street

For Sale $415,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/553579

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Needing to downsize and want to be close to town. We have found just the property for you.

Just a stroll to the CBD and library this brand new three bedroom townhouse is nearing completion.

Finished to a high standard there will be a stylish palette throughout. The open plan living area flows to the easy care section with a patio with which to enjoy a cupa in the sun. Attached garaging allows ease of access.

www.bayleys.co.nz/552961

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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A home you will be proud to have visitors to with seriously good indoor/outdoor living spaces.

Comprising of four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas. Heated via a log burner and heat pump. Professionally landscaped and in pristine condition both inside and out, giving you many maintenance free years of happy living.

WESTSIDE TINWALD

Tinwald

JUST WALK IN - IT’S ALL HERE

Wakanui

31 Nursery Drive

For Sale $450,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment

42 Hakatere Drive

For Sale Offers over $240,000 View Sun 1-2.00pm or by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/553952

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Stunning location backing onto the reserve with views of the Pacific Ocean and the Southern Alps this place is truly special!

This permanent material two bedroom home is located in the popular Hakatere settlement.

The property comes fully furnished.

This bach is very tidy and nicely presented to the market - act NOW!

www.bayleys.co.nz/553861

John Lamb

M 022 171 8321 B 03 307 7377 john.lamb@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Great buying for young families with the park across the road. Easy care section with nice outdoor area for entertaining. Well fenced for children’s and pets security. Consisting of three bedrooms and a generous living area. The garage is big enough for two vehicles plus a boat or some other toys. Being on the western side of Tinwald its easy to get to and from town as well.

PROMINENT LOCATION

Ashburton

FAMILY, LIFESTYLE AND LOCATION

Ashburton

Racecourse Road

For Sale $348,000 View by appointment

160 Racecourse Road

For Sale $1,280,000 plus GST (if any) View Sat 11-11.45am or by appointment

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Generous 4,371m² section Located minutes from the town centre in a popular area and close to all amenities Extremely private with own entrance and road frontage Sunny aspect - build to make the most of the due north orientation Services at boundary, zoned residential D

www.bayleys.co.nz/552591

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This immaculately presented 10.6ha property with a spacious 390m² home built in 1996 and boasts five bedrooms (master with ensuite and WIR), two bathrooms, open plan kitchen, living and dining with doors through to a separate lounge and patio. Completing the property is a four bay shed with two bays enclosed and irrigation water available from a ground water consent.

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz/553122

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz

INDUSTRY COMMENT

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Do your homework before buying a holiday property

“Remember that you can ask an agent anything you like about a property. Agents are not allowed by law to withhold any information they know about a property or, for example, relevant information about nearby developments.”

Owning a holiday property can be an attractive prospect. But property seekers need to remember to do their homework first, warns the Real Estate Agents Authority (REAA).

REAA chief executive Kevin Lampen-Smith says potential buyers must remember to do the necessary groundwork.

“Whether it’s a beachside dream home or a classic Kiwi bach, buying a property is a complex process. It’s crucial that you do your homework first to avoid any hassles,” he says. “​ It’s easy to fall for an area or a property, but you need to be hard-headed about issues like coastal erosion, and the challenges and costs of ongoing maintenance and security.”

The REAA is an independent government agency established to promote and protect the interests of consumers when buying a property. It works to ensure a high standard of service and professionalism in the New Zealand real estate sector.

REAA Chief Executive Kevin Lampen-Smith

Lampen-Smith recommends making a list of questions before visiting open homes.

Lampen-Smith recommends that you do your own research and seek legal advice before making an offer.

This may include getting a property inspection report, a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) and a title search. The REAA’s free guides to buying and selling

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“The value of a property transaction is significant, and so is the potential cost if it goes wrong so it is important to get your own advice,” Lampen-Smith says.

“Agency agreements and sale and purchase agreements are legally binding contracts; you need to read and understand them because you can’t change your mind when the holiday glow wears off.”

The REAA has an online register of licensed real estate agents that includes information on any complaints upheld against them so buyers can learn about the agent selling a property..

To access the register, or download the REAA’s free guides to buying and selling property, visit www.reaa.govt.nz.

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GARDENING

School holiday boredom buster

Henri Ham

Awapuni Nurseries

It’s been a while since my daughter required entertaining in school holidays, but I can still appreciate the need to have a few tricks for boredom-busting up the sleeve.

And given we lived, and still do, on-site at the nursery it’s probably no surprise that my number one trick is to get gardening particularly growing vegetables.

Getting busy in the garden is a great way to entertain kids but it also gets them outside and can help instil from an early age a love of nature, plants and growing.

My three tricks for gardening with kids are – keep it quick, keep it easy and keep it fun.

Keep it quick means plant fast growing vegetables that can be harvested early.

Veges like radishes, lettuces, peas, spinach and zucchini all mature quickly and can be eaten off the plant or before they fully mature.

Next, keep it easy. This means making sure you pick the right spot for their garden.

Don’t fob them off with a dreary part of the garden. Give them a prime spot to plant.

This will help them get the best results and ensure they stay encouraged and interested. It’s also important to make sure you plant the seedlings in places it’s easy for small people to reach and work on.

If you can, get them their own kid-sized tools to make it easy for them to dig and

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plant. Ones like the set we sell at www. awapuni.co.nz are bright and colourful and perfect for small hands.

And, as a general rule, plant seedlings over seeds. Unless you’re planting something like sunflowers, it’s easier and far more likely to get you better results if

you plant seedlings. The reason is we’ve already done all the hard work of getting the seeds germinated and established as plants – a process which isn’t easy and can take anywhere from six to 12 weeks. That’s a lot of time in a kid’s world!

different and colourful or can be eaten straight from the garden. Try rainbow beet for it’s colour, Italian broccoli for it’s space-aged looking shape and sugar snap peas and butter beans for their tastiness straight off the plant.

Next, keep it fun. Grow anything that’s

And don’t let the fun stop at planting

and eating. Get your kids involved in any form of pest control.

Who doesn’t remember trying to catch white butterfly with nets? Or for a more modern approach, send your kids out with water guns to get the butterflies or water the plants.

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AT HOME

Keep your garden tidy We all know how hard it is to keep your garden neat, especially when you do it all in one swoop, so try these easy ways yo keep your garden neat with less effort.

Trim Your Plants Trim away any sprawling plants to keep your garden looking neat and tidy. This very simple task can have your garden looking fantastic in minutes. Get a good pair of gardening scissors and make sure you wear gloves to keep your hands protected.

Regular Weeding The most effective way of weeding is to pull them out by the root. But today, there are also many weed killer sprays and powders available to purchase from most garden centres or supermarkets. There are also some homemade weed killing remedies you could try such as boiling hot water, bleach or vinegar.

Keep your tools tidy.

Tools and gardening equipment can create clutter if they are not stored away properly. A garden shed is a fast and simple way of keeping everything you need in one place. Not only that, but garden sheds can also add another dimension to your garden. There are many different shed sizes available to suit all yards.

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A quick sweep and hose down will usually do the trick. Cleaning your patio will prevent build-up of dirt, grime or moss. Moss killers are available from supermarkets and garden centres if you need some extra help in getting rid of the unwanted growth.

You can scrub your patio with warm water and soap or you can use a pressure washer to target more stubborn dirt.

Clean Your Outdoor Furniture Outdoor furniture is a fantastic addition to any garden and it can

transform your outdoor area into a brilliant social space.

Garden furniture should be wiped over with a wet cloth every week, and every so often, they may need a more thorough clean or polish. Just be sure to check the care instructions with your furniture.

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What’s On

What's On If you would like to see your upcoming event listed here, please contact Emma - email emma.j@theguardian.co.nz

Wednesday, February 1

Wednesday, February 6

Saturday, February 25

Sunday, March 5

Volunteering Mid & South Canterbury Funding Workshop

Waitangi On East

FMG Young Farmer of The Year – Aorangi Regional Final

Hororata Parish Bike/Run/ Walk

Venue: Community House Mid Canterbury If you are part of a not-for-profit group working with volunteers and looking for funding, then this workshop is for you.

There are five presenters from Community Trust Mid South Canterbury, Department of Internal Affairs, Advance Ashburton, Ashburton Licensing Trust and Ashburton District Council. They will be speaking about the funding they have available for community groups, what they fund, funding criteria, reporting back to them and how to apply for funding. If you are interested in attending this workshop please register with Volunteering Mid & South Canterbury volmidcant@gmail.com or phone (03) 3081237.

7.00pm – 9.00pm Saturday, February 4

Fundraiser for Layna Hunt Venue: Wunderbar, 19 London Street, Lyttelton

Waitangi on East is held yearly on Waitangi Day in conjunction with Multi Cultural Bite and is a firm favourite in Mid Canterbury.

10.00am – 4.00pm Saturday, February 11

Mill Creek Pony Club Show Venue: Mill Creek Pony Club, Trevors Road

Venue: Methven A&P Showgrounds, 72 Barkers Road, Methven.

Come along to support the FMG Young Farmer of The Year 8 Regional Finalists compete to go through to the Grand Final.

Great Family day out, TeenAg and AgriKids competitions throughout the day.

Mill Creek Pony Club’s Annual Show gives For more information head to our website or a competitive opportunity to beginners starting out, adults returning to riding, young Facebook page. horses learning ringcraft and everyone else Entry: free who wants to attend a nice low-key day out.

Tuesday, February 28

Saturday, March 11

Find our entry form on our website www.showdayonline.com.

Food Lovers Masterclass With Kate Meads

Mayfield A&P Show Venue: Mayfield A&P Showgrounds

8.30am - 5.30pm

Venue: The Resource Recovery Park, 25 Range Street

Annual A&P Show with a fantastic mix of traditional and unique show events including the very popular pig racing.

Saturday, February 18 – Sunday, February 19

The South Island

During this two hour masterclass, you will get lots of exciting and inspiration education around ways you can reduce your food waste Saturday, March 11 (Especially at home with the kids) from meal planning to smart shopping to smart storage. Hokitika Wildfoods Tickets: Couple ticket: $25.00, individual ticket: $25.00

This event is the buying/selling of new and used mobilehomes. Accessories too.

9pm

9am – 4pm

Tuesday, February 28

Wednesday, February 6

Saturday, February 25

Multi Cultural Bite 2017

Mt Somers Mountain Bike Ride

Waste Free Parenting Workshop - With The Nappy Lady

Venue: Start at the Mt Somers Domain Traverse the Mt Somers Station.

This is an event that caters for riders of all ability with three different races. The Hokonui Mountain Challenge - RDR Foothills Race Skinners Bikes Mowers Saws.

Multi Cultural Bite is a great way to celebrate All proceeds go back to the community.

Waitangi day and the diversity of the community we live in.

11.00am – 3.00pm

For more information contact Barry McLauchlan on 307 0585.

LIVE BANDS EVERY WEEKEND SAT JAN 28 SAT FEB 4

Entry is $20.00 per person, $5 for a child, under 5 years free, family price (2 adults and up to three children) $45.00. BBQ and refreshments will be for sale. No preregistration required, pay cash on the day.

10am - 4pm

Tickets 10.00pp, phone 0800 289 849 or online at eventfinda.co.nz

Over 25 stalls will be presenting dishes from their homelands, in bite sized portions to allow you to try numerous flavours from diverse heritages. The portions may be bite sized, but you’ll find the tastes aren’t!

Enjoy a day in the country exploring the private Middle Rock Farm, on the terraces of the Rakaia River. There is no briefing, you can start anytime between 10am and 2pm, participants must be off the track by 4pm.

8.00am – 6.00pm

Classes include showing, jumping, fancy dress and handy pony for the littlies.

Spectators welcome.

Layna is going to LA as a member of the NZ Mobilehome Extravaganza Black Starts team. She is performing with the Venue: Ashburton A&P Showgrounds band Odyssey

Venue: East Street from Havelock Street, directly in front of the clock tower.

Venue: Middle Rock Farm, 1160 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle

CASSETTES DRIVE

BRUNCH FROM 11AM ONWARDS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FAMILY SPECIAL MENU SUNDAY/MONDAY/TUESDAY – $20 PP

10am-12noon

Venue: The Resource Recovery Park, 25 Range Street During this 2.5 hour interactive workshop you will not only learn lots about modern cloth nappies and all of your options but you will also get some fun education around other ways you can minimize waste at home.

Come and have #ATasteOfTheWild at the iconic Hokitika Wildfoods Festival Saturday 11th March 2017 at Cass Square, Hokitika.

To stay up to date with #WhatsWild? check out wildfoods.co.nz

10am–6pm Friday, March 17

Grumpy Old Women Game of Crones Venue: Event Centre

Tickets: Individual Ticket: $25.00, Couple Ticket: $25.00

They conquered NZ with Grumpy Old Women, took Australia and the Universe by storm with 50 Shades of Beige and now they’re in another World. Yes! Entry: from $65

6.30-8.30pm

8.00pm – 10.00pm

www.ateventcentre.co.nz Fiona Pears & Band

Fiona is a highly talented violinist & composer from Christchurch & together with her band, will perform music from her own exciting compositions as well as wellknown favourites.

Fri 7.30pm / Open Hat Night

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Grumpy Old Women Game of Crones

Yes they’re back! Grumpy Old Women bring their Game of Crones to answer the unanswerable! Geraldine Brophy directs & stars with Lynda Milligan and Julie Edwards in this hilarous piece of fantasy.

Fri 8pm / Tickets: A-Reserve: $79.90 B-Reserve: $65 (fees apply)

MARCH

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Strassman’s “iTedE”

Sue Nicholson

Sun 6pm / Premium $79.90 / A-Reserve $59.90 / B-Reserve $49.90 (fees apply)

Wed 7pm / All tickets $59.50 (fees apply)

It’s about Chucking time! Strassman returns with a brand new show, an evening of side-splitting comedy and riotous antics from Ted E. Bare and the malicious Chuck Wood. Children 12 to 15 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

MARCH

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Answers from the Other Side is the sensational live show from gifted psychic medium Sue Nicholson. Sue’s abilities have been seen on TVNZ’s ‘Sensing Murder’, the ‘Good Morning’ show and 20/20.Prepare to be amazed and enlightened.

MARCH

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