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The Annual Champagne Lady Ball

Auckland’s elite society is eagerly anticipating the annual Champagne Lady Ball, set to take place on Friday, November 8th, at the esteemed Northern Club. The Ball is a heartfelt endeavor to support a cause close to many hearts – The New Zealand Cat Foundation.

Guests will be greeted with the exquisite taste of Champagne Jacquart upon arrival, setting the tone for an evening of indulgence and compassion. The event features a sumptuous three-course dinner, accompanied by live music from the talented Vickie Loach, famously known as ‘Rock Chick,’ alongside Moss.

Adding to the excitement are mystery prizes and a live auction, offering attendees the chance to walk away with exclusive items while contributing to a worthy endeavor. At the helm of this charitable initiative is Anne Batley Burton, renowned founder, and a familiar face from ‘Real Housewives of Auckland.’ Her passion for feline welfare is evident in her tireless advocacy and the establishment of a haven for cats in need.

Dubbed ‘The Pussy Palace,’ Burton’s sanctuary provides a safe haven for lost and abandoned cats, ensuring they are cared for, de-sexed, vaccinated, and microchipped before embarking on a new chapter in their lives. For those who find solace within its walls, it’s a sanctuary filled with love and security.

Tickets to this exclusive event are priced at $250 per head, with all proceeds directly supporting The New Zealand Cat Foundation’s vital work. For those eager to contribute or secure their place at this prestigious affair, contact Anne at abatley@champagnelady.co.nz thenzcatfoundation.org.nz

Photography: Norrie Montgomerie

Maybourne, leading luxury hotel operator, announces The Emory - a new architectural landmark the-emory.co.uk

Cassandra SeymoreCasseyart

Maybourne, owner operators of London’s legendary and prestigious hotels Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley, announces a new addition to the group with the opening of The Emory, its fourth hotel in the capital. The Emory, a modern architectural masterpiece designed by the late Richard Rogers and Ivan Harbour of architectural firm RSHP and opened April 2024. This is the group’s sixth hotel, including its two international properties The Maybourne Beverly Hills and The Maybourne Riviera.

Dazz

Dazz is a small family business that started with a desire to reduce plastic waste in NZ. Unfortunately, when you walk down the cleaning aisle of any grocery store, you will find hundreds of plastic bottles. Many of which end up in NZ landfills and waterways.

They have found a way to prevent this by using dissolvable tablets that make up your cleaning spray!

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As a classically trained oil painter, Cassandra Seymore, also known as Casseyart, has devoted her life to capturing the beauty and spirit of both domestic and wild animals through her art. With years of experience as a professional artist and a background in teaching traditional drawing and painting techniques at the university level, she now focuses full-time on creating timeless, personalized portraits that resonate with animal lovers.

Casseyart’s mission extends beyond creating beautiful art. She is committed to promoting animal welfare and conservation by building a community of supporters on social media and actively supporting animal welfare. Her goal is to travel to wildlife conservations, rescue organizations, farms, and sanctuaries that are dedicated to the care and protection of animals.

During these visits, Casseyart will document her experiences through vlogs, photographs, and paintings of the animals she encounters and learns about. By sharing these journeys with her supporters, she aims to raise awareness about the incredible work of these organisations and the animals they protect and rehabilitate. The artworks inspired by these visits will be available for sale and auction, with a significant portion of the proceeds donated to the featured organisations. Through her art, Casseyart strives to make a meaningful impact and advocate for animal welfare.

New clients are encouraged to reach out to Casseyart via Instagram DMs for a chat and to ask any questions or request further information. But be warned she does have a wait list - casseyart@gmail.com

Follow her on Instagram @casseyart to be a part of this meaningful journey. With your support, together we can make a difference, one painting at a time.

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