Eye Magazine Spring 2013

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Editor’s Letter

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Health & Wellbeing

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Pyramid Trucking

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Weddings

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EYE News

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In Style Black & White

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have always been fascinated by big trucks, yet slightly scared when they pull up on both sides of my Audi on the motorway! Big trucks are nearly the price of a small house nowadays, they are automatic, computerised and normally have two or three drivers who work them all day and all night. Nothing happens in this world without a truck – your groceries, your carpet, your furniture; even the cars we drive are delivered by them.

The truck on our cover is a Kenworth, part of the Pyramid Trucking fleet owned by Paul Chappel. His company has been delivering across New Zealand for many years and we are proud to have them on our cover in an odd mix of ultimate style and state of the art machinery. Read about them on pages 16 to 19.

This issue we discovered Pukekohe, our fastest growing city and a beautiful place to visit. With new developments popping up, new homeowners moving in and new shops lining the main streets, it is obvious how things have changed. This area has always been the vegetable garden of Auckland, but now it has come of age and is fast becoming a trendy fashionable area with cafes, markets and great restaurants. Check out all of the great places Pukekohe has on offer on pages 72 to 86.

Spring is finally upon us and it’s the season that brides spend preparing for their summer weddings. I love showcasing weddings, everything is always so pretty. On pages 48 to 66 we give you some seasonal wedding inspiration.

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We hope your year has been good thus far and that you are enjoying the simple pleasures life has to offer: for me its strawberries and sunshine!

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Where Style Meets Cartage

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ye Magazine caught up with Director Paul Chappel of Pyramid Trucking to learn more about his highly specialised business. Paul set up the successful cartage business in 1995 based upon some serious industry knowledge and experience. The business specialises in the transport of animal products, dangerous goods and palletised freight. And while the nature of the business may not seem glamorous, Pyramid Trucking is a well-oiled machine providing services for many leading North Island meat companies and tanneries.

Paul explains that the specialist freight moving is not a simple business. It must meet accreditation and regulations from

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many Government organisations. Depots must have ecologically-sound truck and bin washing equipment, and trucks and trailers have each been specially designed for the cartage of animal products. Time sensitive products are our forte.

Paul runs a consistently new fleet of 25 trucks which he upgrades on a regular basis for optimum performance. Pyramid Trucking is proud of the modern and immaculate fleet. Paul states “we have a great team with experienced staff who take pride in our Company and our fleet”.

All trucks are fitted with International Telematics’ GPS systems so that product can be tracked and traced at any given time. Paul

tells us “at Pyramid Trucking we believe this technology will be the key to reducing our carbon foot print and fuel usage, which is not only good for the Company but also the environment.” Covering the central North Island, Pyramid Trucking has five depots in: Auckland, Te Aroha, Te Kuiti, Tauranga and Napier. It’s head depot, dangerous goods storage facility and offices are based in Wiri, Auckland. They have a reputation for always being sparkling spick and span.

Pyramid Trucking holds accreditation with organisations such as ACC, Ministry of Primary Industries, HSNO, New Zealand Customs and work with National Road Carriers, New Zealand Meat Industry, New

Zealand Pet Food Association, LASRA and the EMA. Being aligned with all these organisations helps Pyramid Trucking stay ahead of the game.

Eye Magazine was interested to learn about the evolvement of the business. The story starts with Paul when he was just eighteen years old. Paul gained his truck driver’s license and started driving for his parent’s family business Chappel Carriers, out of Te Aroha. Soon after, he became Transport Manager. His parents, Barry and Suzanne, had set up Chappel Carriers to cart hides and skins as they were in the business of trading them and couldn’t find anyone to freight for them.

Chappel Carriers grew quickly and continued

on until the mid 1990s when it was sold to Transport Investments. When a customer later needed a specific truck for carting specific product, it opened the door to Paul setting up his own business and Pyramid Trucking was born. Paul tells us “There has been no looking back ever since. The business really started very naturally.” Paul also bought back Chappel Carries from TIL in 1999.

Pyramid Trucking’s strategy over the years has been to grow slowly and steadily, being very careful not to over capitalise too soon with too many trucks. Each truck carries a serious investment. And while the products being carted are ‘messy’ by nature, Pyramid Trucking adds a touch of glamour to trucking

industry. Drivers have each been individually picked for their specialist skills and friendly natures. Paul says “We have a great team of drivers who are all very self-sufficient. They are also each fitted with personal cell phones (rather than RTs) so they can always be contacted quickly and nothing left to doubt.

This allows greater flexibility and with their phones in their pockets, drivers can be alerted of any necessary changes immediately.” They are also all fully trained and licensed holding Dangerous Goods licenses, Forklift licenses and are OSH approved to operate forklift machinery.

Pyramid Trucking depends heavily on suppliers such as Southpac Trucks, BNZ,

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International Telematics, Transvisual and Fruehauf Trailers. These Companies are extremely reliable suppliers and without their constant service, our business would not run smoothly and would have an effect on the service we offer to our customers.

Paul’s right hand man is Neil Stockley who has been around trucking all his life and worked closely with Paul for many years. Neil is Pyramid Trucking’s Operations Manager and oversees all areas of the business. “He is an extremely valuable member of our team” says Paul.

The business is a close knit family affair with Paul’s sister, Cindy, who holds working as Office Manager at the Wiri Head Office.

Wife Jodene is the Compliance Specialist, ensuring that the business is always in compliance with the regulatory and legislative

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side of things. Graham and Clinton are also valuable team members handling dispatch.

Paul says “We also have many drivers who have been with Pyramid Trucking for years and we rely heavily on their competence working with the animal by-products. It really is a team effort by all accounts”.

And what does Paul see for the future of the industry and this highly specialised cartage business? Eye Magazine posed the following questions to Paul to get a better idea of what makes him tick.

What excites and motivates you about working in this specialised business of cartage?

I enjoy being involved in a partnership with our customers and the opportunity to promote both businesses means it is

an exciting and interesting industry to be involved with.

What trends do you see taking place in the industry?

We are seeing many company mergers/ acquisitions due to increased compliance and operation costs. Strategic partnerships with like-minded carriers.

What new things do you see on the horizon for Pyramid Trucking?

We will look to continue to take advantage of new technologies, invest in the training of our staff and also look at new opportunities with customers.

Ph: +64 9 277 7885 www.pyramidtrucking.co.nz

Pyramid Trucking Ltd is owned and operated by Managing Director Paul Chappel, who has three generations of experience in the transport industry carting animal products.

Pyramid Trucking Ltd is experienced in the transporation of products such as edible export products, hides and skins, rendering, meat containers, pet food, chemicals, salt and bagged products. Time sensitive products are our forte.

Pyramid Trucking Ltd runs a fleet of specially designed vehicles and equipment for the cartage of animal products.

Pyramid Trucking Ltd has a comprehensive Health and Safety programme, MPI (Ministry of Primary Industries) accreditation for the cartage of animal products, Biosecurity Transitional Facility approved, HSNO certification and the New Zealand Customs Secure Export Accreditation.

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To Me, She’s Always Been Beautiful But Lately, Things Have Changed...

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reedom of expression and authenticity encapsulate the exciting New Zealand Repertoire brand.

The successful pure Kiwi business was established some years ago by three women who are the very best of friends and each bring different strengths to the table.

The result is a business that is well rounded and based upon strong values. It is about enabling New Zealand women to dress confidently for the many different roles they fulfill each day.

The directors of Repertoire – Lee, Debi and Meghan, are all extremely passionate about fashion and the business. Their vision was to create a place they would love coming to every day, a place that was joyful and happy. They each love what they do and have a deep respect for one another.

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The Repertoire environment is beautiful

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and caring, a place of escapism, a place where the worries of a day can fall away for a short while. Each and every staff member is passionate about what they do.

Meghan is an internationally trained stylist and she travels extensively across the 6 different North Island stores. Customers can book appointments with her and she will educate them on the correct clothing for their body shape. She will assist with base wardrobe planning and the addition of consecutive pieces. The premise is that each piece must earn the right to be in a wardrobe.

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Repertoire are proud to say their seamstresses are all based in New Zealand.

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Zealand context with a true local spirit.

Spring and summer with Repertoire are set to inspire with ‘freedom of expression’ being the theme. There is lots of excitement around colour, with cyrese pinks, tangerine oranges, poppy reds and lemoncello yellows.

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The horizon is bright and exciting for Repertoire as at the time of writing, they are on the verge of expanding into the South Island to open their seventh store in Christchurch. In addition, their website has recently been completely updated with online shopping, social media and a fashion blog featuring the latest trends all available. There is no doubt that this business is based upon a deep respect and admiration for the New Zealand woman.

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In Love with Smith & Western

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ocated in the heart of Queenstown’s shopping precinct is an inspiring and edgy retail clothing shop, which reflects its own confidence to its discerning customers, both local and international.

Francesca King, creative fashion designer of the very ‘on trend’ range of clothing at Smith and Western, has successfully created a unified collection of readily wearable and unique clothing. Since establishing the Smith and Western brand in 2001, Francesca has gained a loyal following, making it a true destination store.

Understanding her upper-end market of women who want to wear fashionforward, well-designed clothes they will not find elsewhere, has been a key ingredient to creating a strong brand. Her signature use of compelling prints and colour with attention to drape and simplicity has created high demand amongst both new and repeat customers. Keeping the store feeling energetic and inspiring is a constant supply of new designs and limited editions runs. These weekly arrivals are also shared on the shop’s

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dynamic social media Facebook page.

Smith and Western’s range includes Missoni-inspired geometric and paisley prints, grunge-reminiscent floral dresses, jumpsuits and patterned silk pants. These are complemented by classic staples such as fine knit and viscose tops; draped singlet’s; silk bomber jackets; elegant cover ups, kaftans and kimonos; spaghetti strap slip dresses, and their trademark silk stretch biker leggings.

With such a comprehensive approach, this is a brand whose overall aesthetic will take you from one season to the next.

Conscious of creating a brand synonymous not only for its trans-seasonal style but also for value, Francesca says, “each garment should cover a multitude of bases and be wearable in a wide variety of situations, providing a busy woman’s need for ‘go to’ pieces that are elegant, practical, simple and confident. The fluid and draped tops are the real heart of Smith and Western and transcend the seasons.

In winter, layer over slips and knits, and then wear them simply belted or loose in warmer winter. “Our garments have become

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known as the ultimate travel clothes, chic and simple daywear that is equally suitable for the evening”. Adding to its appeal as a destination shop, Smith and Western is introducing imported Mexican, Moroccan and ethnic homewares, high-end furniture and gifts. All clothing remains 100 % designed and made in New Zealand.

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Forefront of Fashion

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ne of the trademarks of fashion is that it is evolutionary. Our requirements change, depending on our circumstances and environment. Designer boutique, October Reign, is Auckland’s barometer on fashion, leading the way with defined concepts that continue to keep it ahead in a diverse and challenging industry.

Nicole Dale, owner of October Reign, has always understood the ever-changing fashion scene and how to dress from season to season, year to year, without completely overhauling her wardrobe every few months.

Filling her Newmarket and Ponsonby stores with beautifully tailored designer wear from around the world, she shares her passion and knowledge on how to choose investment or timeless pieces. These are classic fashion garments that will be worn many times as

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opposed to trendy items that are discarded after a season.

The concept of buying quality fashion is well established and may appear for the more staid fashion follower. However, October Reign’s clothes are edge and on the very forefront of fashion. With a host of top European labels including favourites such as Camilla, Robin’s Jeans and True Religion, building an urbane and sophisticated ‘investment’ wardrobe is an exciting prospect.

To help find items that suit a client’s lifestyle and what she is trying to achieve, are Nicole’s professional Retail Stylists, all as passionate about building customer relationships as Nicole is. Many of their clients are already firm devotees of the store and drop by to update an outfit with a new accessory, find something for a special occasion or just come in to catch up on the

latest OR news. For there is always something happening, whether it is the arrival of an exciting new range or planning the next VIP fashion show, life in the stores is always evolving.

October Reign is a true boutique, with attention to styling and creating confidence to wear an outfit and accessorise it in a way that takes it to the next step – to make it exceptional. With a changing climate such as ours, dressing in October Reign’s designer clothing will take you from the sun to the snow and back again, looking immaculate and fashionable throughout the day into the night. And isn’t that the point of fashion?

October Reign 304 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland Ph: +64 9 361 6960 30 Osborne Street, Newmarket, Auckland Ph: +64 9 520 5160 www.octoberreign.co.nz

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Back to Nature with Ecopsychology

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Andrea Bruce Wellness Educator

copsychology is a relatively new field of psychology that studies the relationship between humans and nature. When we think of our own childhoods, we often have fond memories of spending hours outdoors exploring our natural environments. More often that not, these days we spend more time indoors engaging with various screens, smartphones, laptops, WIIs, Xbox and flat screen TVs. The temptation to engage with the fast world of the internet and social media is too great.

The result is that people have become more wrapped up in themselves and their worlds, rather than seeing themselves in the wider perspective of their natural environment and community. Today’s children are often shuttled from one planned activity to another without the same required skills for independent play and outdoor exploration.

With most people living and dwelling in cities today, a more concerted effort must be made to ‘escape’ to nature. Ecopsychology directs us to spend more time outdoors with nature, where we can experience a greater sense of happiness, wellbeing and completeness. Senses are heightened which can contribute to a greater sense of identity.

And broader perspectives can be gained, allowing for positive contemplation over the

‘meaning of life’.

Blackmores and Xterra are two leading brands that are encouraging a movement back to nature with their Auckland Trail Run/Walk Series. At the time of writing, I’m excited to be taking part in the next event - The Blackmores Xterra Trail Challenge in Waihi on 19 October, through the stunning and historic Karangahake Gorge. There’s 5 different distances ranging from 7.3km through to 60km. I’m opting for the short distance this time so that the kids can join in. We’ll make a family day of it. Walkers and runners are welcome too - so you needn’t be a super athlete to take part!

Blackmores offers a wide range of health and supplement products. But at the moment, my two favourite products are Blackmores Magnesium Powder and Blackmores Flexagil. I love taking Magnesium at night to relax muscles after a busy day and post-workout - a yummy orange flavoured drink that also contains B Vitamins. Flexagil is a natural plant-based gel that you can rub into sports injuries. I like to use it for tight hamstrings and achilles after runs. www.trailrun.co.nz www.blackmoresnz.co.nz www.andreabruce.co.nz

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Welcome to a Gym Designed for Women

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ye Magazine caught up with Sheryn Murphy, owner of the busy women’s Configure Express gym located in the hip suburb of Ponsonby, Auckland. Configure Express has more than 30 gyms nationwide that cater specifically for women. The Ponsonby gym was the first to be established, recently celebrating 10 years of being in business.

Owner, Sheryn, is passionate about the services her gym offers for women.

She says, “Women are time poor and we cater specifically for them with short classes, easy parking, a relaxed environment and great facilities for post workout.

Women’s confidence levels are increased in our environment. They can relax and be themselves, and our programmes/classes are specific to them”.

Sheryn herself has a diverse background. She initially came from a banking background of customer service and sales pre children. She then went back to study in 2004, gaining a Diploma in Travel and Tourism at AUT in Auckland.

She worked part-time for Tourism Auckland in the Viaduct for over a year, then Office Manager/Customer Service for a small business in Mt Wellington for 5 years before purchasing Configure Express with her partner Rodger. Configure Express is located in central Ponsonby at level 1, 208 Ponsonby Road across the Franklin Road intersection. Women can enjoy the great views down Ponsonby Road while working out on the cross trainers and treadmills. Also popular are the many different classes on offer. Pilates and Yoga are favourites of members as is the new Em-Power class on a Monday morning taught by Emma.

Members receive regular ‘6 weekly’ wellbeing assessments for goal setting and motivation. Their personal measurements are taken including weight, body mass index and height, and then specific goals are discussed. A trainer will then work with the client to achieve their fitness goals in the time frame they choose.

The gym offers excellent cardio, circuit and resistance training areas.

Spring and summer are a great time to refocus your health and fitness goals and women can truly relax in a women-only environment.

Ph: +64 9 360 1236 www.configureexpress.co.nz

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Inside a Naturopath’s Handbag with Radiance® Naturopath, Rachel Dawson

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adiance® Naturopath Rachel Dawson sat down with Eye Magazine’s Health and Wellbeing Writer Andrea Bruce, to divulge just what exactly a Naturopath carries inside her handbag. Rachel holds two Diplomas in Nutrition and a Diploma in Herbal Medicine with Honours. She grew up with a mother who loved natural medicine, and is herself passionate about seeing the ‘real results’ achieved through the use of natural supplements. Rachel and Andrea found common ground in their holistic approach to health which encompasses quality food, exercise, a positive outlook and good stress management, in addition to the use of quality supplements and herbs.

With a bit of coaxing, Rachel agreed to empty out her stunning European handbag so that Eye Magazine could check out the

Adaptostress A Rhodiola rosea extract which helps the body adapt to stress. Great for athletes and busy, fatigued, stressed people.

exciting contents! We found an interesting mix of health, beauty, and practical items!

Inside Rachel’s Handbag: Stevia Sweetener, green tea, Miso soup sachet for a power snack, keys, a gorgeous golden textured wallet, a copy of Dale Carnegie’s ‘How To Win Friends And Influence People’, two Karen Murrell lipsticks in cherry red and poppy pink, a Karen Murrell anti-ageing lip treatment gloss, Kleenex tissues, smart phone, tomato seeds from Pod Gardening (a growing initiative for kids from the Luscious Food Store where Rachel’s boyfriend works), Missha cream foundation with SPF 30 which Eye Magazine learnt is a specialist BB Cream (Blemish Balm) to correct and tighten the skin. Rachel usually carries a separate ‘vitamin bag’ around with her, but on this particular day she was carrying the following Radiance products:

Pro-B Regularity A Probiotics and fibre sachet, unique dual action support for optimal bowel health and regularity.

Vibactin Provides all the immune support superstars, including olive leaf extract elderberry, oregano and garlic for when the bugs are about to or have struck.

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Ageless Beauty Supplies New Zealand marine collagen to help promote healthy collagen production - and New Zealand antioxidants to protect the skin for timeless beautiful skin.

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Mike’s Health and Wellness Tips

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xercise daily for 30-60min Daily exercise significantly improves our long-term health as it can prevent the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type II diabetes. Exercise results in a release of the ‘feel good’ hormones endorphins, that are useful for reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. To make full use of these benefits choose a program that incorporates functional strength and cardiovascular training. A further benefit of functional strength training is a decreased risk of back injury and improved everyday activity performance.

Sleep for 7-9hrs per night Adults need between 7-9hrs of restful sleep each night as the brain and body undergoes growth and repair. Sleep is beneficial for memory storage, cancer prevention, immune system boosting, nervous system restoration, & the muscular and skeletal system growth and restoration.

Many diseases can be prevented by having sufficient sleep, so make it a habit in your daily life.

Have a SMART goal Consider this SMART half-marathon running race example:

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The Best Three Pilates, Barre and Yoga

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tudio Three Director Viv Gallagher and Eye Magazine’s Health & Wellbeing writer Andrea Bruce caught up to discuss the ‘Power Of Three’. After more than 20 years experience in the health and fitness industry, Viv recently made the decision to branch out on her own and set up her boutique ‘New York’ style Studio Three. The foundation of the business is that total fitness can be achieved through the three disciplines offered – Pilates, Xtend Barre and Yoga.

Viv explains that Pilates acts as the base from which all fitness is built as it addresses the postural and core muscles that support the spine. She says it should be viewed as an integral building block. Xtend Barre then adds the challenge of a cardiovascular component fusing pilates with ballet techniques, to tone and chisel the body. Viv says it will work to develop long lean muscles and encourage a

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dancers posture and physique. Finally, yoga works to increase the body’s flexibility and strength. It will detoxify, de-stress and focus on the holistic mind-body connection.

The key thing that sets Studio Three apart from a typical gym environment is the small class sizes. The purpose built studio sits at penthouse level at 5-7 Kingdon Street in Newmarket, Auckland and caters for a maximum class size of 17. The result is highly personalised classes with one-onone instruction and ‘hands on’ correction for each and every student. Viv is passionate about the integrity of her high quality studio.

She says “we are committed to motivating, inspiring and coaching with the highest level of professionalism, to ensure client’s fitness goals are achieved.’ It is about providing an intimate experience with a responsible approach.

Added to this, is the fact that Studio

Three is the only licensed studio in Auckland to offer the exclusive Xtend Barre Workout.

Instructors must be ‘Xtend Barre’ qualified to teach the unique American fitness method – the premier ballet workout which combines pilates and dance, and offers coordination, rhythm and cardiovascular fitness. Clients leave the boutique studio filled with energy and having enjoyed a fun and effective dance workout, Viv says. The premise is “If Pilates sculpts the body, then Xtend Barre chisels it.”

Introductory Offer: 2 Classes for only $20.

Ph: + 64 9 522 3305 www.studiothree.co.nz

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Its home to pre and post wedding get togethers, including hen’s afternoons, kitchen teas, couples pre wedding distress pampers, plus your own wedding day beauty and body treatments.

This special time of your life is not only exciting and fun, it can also bring with it a few stressful moments here and there! This unique day spa certainly provides the ultimate unwind, and with that comes an overall sense of wellbeing that truly inspires the imagination.

With an extensive treatment menu there is plenty to choose from for everyone at any age, regardless of large or small groups, couples or just total time out for you. You will enter a pampering paradise, one that adds to the home away from home charm that Pure Indulgence has truly captured. This is an experience not to be missed!

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THE WOOING TREE Family owned vineyard, The Wooing Tree, is situated in the heart of Central Otago, next to the quaint town of Cromwell. Owners Stephen and Thea Farquharson and Stephen’s sister and brother-in-law, Jane and Geoff, purchased the vineyard whilst they were overseas and had no idea of its rich history.

Unbeknownst to them, there was a particularly significant tree on the land, which was lovingly titled the Wooing Tree and it had long been a popular place for locals to woo their lovers. With impending development to the vineyard meaning many of the trees were to be removed, locals flooded in with campaign and support to save the historic tree, with a poetry competition and even stories in local newspapers. Once the owners learnt of the tree’s importance, they decided to keep it and it became the obvious name for their vineyard and wine label. Referred to as Cromwell’s iconic vineyard, it is increasingly becoming a popular place for marriage proposals and weddings. www.wooingtree.co.nz

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intage Love in Pukekohe specialises in stuff for people who love stuff.

With an inspiring collection of eclectic home ware & furniture, some of which Stacey designs and imports direct from Indonesia as well as an amazing array of gifts & accessories. Owner Stacey has a passion for decoration & design and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to wedding decoration. In store & online www.vintagelove.co.nz you will find a large section dedicated to weddings and parties, from vintage style milk bottles to chevron drinking straws, paper decorations & candy buffet jars. All of the pieces at Vintage Love can be worn, admired, looked at, talked about, sat on, played with and so much more!

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The Wedding Planner

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isa Hill is the inspiration behind Beautiful Events, an experienced specialist in wedding planning, events and styling. Her business was born out of passion from the word BE, that as an individual you can BE anything you want to. Lisa says “planning a wedding is a very personal and exciting journey” and she will be there alongside you to ensure your special day is a true reflection of your story.

Lisa began her career in corporate events and project management. However, after nearly 10 years in the bridal business, she has become the go-to girl for weddings and national media in the industry. Lisa has the magical ability to take a couple’s wishes and blow everyone out of the park creating a wedding often referred to by guests as the best wedding they have ever been to. She delivers an exceptional experience to clients, never losing site of the end goal and was responsible for two high profile weddings in 2013 – that of Richard & Amy Kahui and Kat Gee & Geoff Neal.

Beautiful Events will take care of every aspect of your wedding from planning, styling and flowers through to stationery, catering, and venues. Lisa has exclusive contracts to manage weddings, functions and special occasions for Cornwall Park Restaurant and Eden Garden Café. Lisa understands that each wedding is unique; she has the knowledge, experience and industry contacts to allow you to relax and enjoy the moment.

Lisa Hill’s reputation as a top wedding planner extends well beyond the shores of New Zealand, having recently been handpicked as one of the top 50 wedding planners in the world for Brides Magazine in the UK. Ph: + 64 9 948 8130 www.beautifulevents.co.nz

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Wintergarden Weddings in the Auckland Domain A special location for your special day.

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Wintergarden Pavilion, one of Auckland’s iconic boutique wedding venues, is set amongst the traditional and native gardens of Auckland Domain, a perfect backdrop for your wedding photography and memories.

Celebrate your special day surrounded by the char m and historical beauty of Wintergarden Pavilion.

Personalised options from boutique weddings, to intimate ceremonies or grand celebrations. Enquire now for our Wedding infor mation pack.

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s the name suggests, Wintergarden Pavilion in the Auckland Domain, stands out as a venue with its classical architecture and manicured, luscious gardens complete with white geese swimming on a tropically planted lake … an ideal setting for a romantic and intimate gathering of friends and family.

Indeed, weddings at Wintergarden Pavilion are a celebration of each couple’s wishes to create a unique day of memories. With the trend going more towards individually styled weddings rather than large, generic events, this is the ultimate venue. Every detail is considered, including a carefully designed menu by their Head Chef and iconic chef, Peter Thornley.

On a sunny day, the French doors open out onto an outdoor bar overlooking the pond and gardens. Whilst the bridal party is taking advantage of the numerous photography locations around the gardens, guests are free to mingle and enjoy the band. In winter, they might prefer to stay by the roaring fire and appreciate the cosy indoor atmosphere.

Wedding ceremonies may also take place inside the Pavilion or can be arranged in any part of the Wintergarden complex, which includes the park, glasshouses, fernery, and courtyard. All catering is prepared on site and many options are available depending on the size of the wedding.

The Nikau Room accommodates 70 guests and this can be increased to 110 by utilising the whole venue while cocktail parties up to 120 guests are another option.

The venue is also ideal for private functions and conferences and plenty of close parking is available.

Due to the popularity of the venue, early bookings are recommended.

Open days are run twice a year in March and August.

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Sprinkle Your Life with a Cupcake “I wanted to make the best cakes out there and push the boundaries. Cupcake is always evolving and improving on what we can offer our clients. I love it when we can pull off doing a cake well that we thought might be impossible!”

Specialty Cake Designer and Director, Rachel Ibrahim, set up her flourishing cake design business, Cupcake, two years ago.

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upcake specialises in designer cupcakes and specialty cakes for all occasions. They will work with you to design the perfect cake for your special event, whether it is something beautiful, dramatic or contemporary that you want. They will combine your ideas with their design skills and create a unique cake to mark your special occasion.

Choose from a variety of delicious cake flavours including popular favourites such as moist chocolate, red velvet, white chocolate or lemon. All cakes are baked fresh in Cupcake’s state of the art kitchen, using only the highest quality of ingredients.

Dairy-free, eggless and gluten free cakes are available and custom made orders are welcome.

Cupcake hold popular Cake Decorating Classes and Parties at their central Grey Lynn,

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Auckland location. Classes are available for both adults and children. Have fun learning how to decorate a stunning cake and then take home your designer decorated baking.

Or gather some friends together for a party.

Cupcake parties are held for birthdays, hen’s nights, baby showers, corporate team building or friends looking to have fun learning the latest in icing techniques.

Cupcake also stocks a wide range of cake decorating equipment for purchase from specialty icing, decorations, and tools through to boxes, cake stands and party supplies. Cake/cupcake stands and novelty cake tins can be hired and Cupcake offers premium Edible Imaging services. Just email your photo file to: Rachel@cupcake.co.nz for a unique personalised cake topping.

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Beautiful, Wearable, Memorable Hair Natasha Harris

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lberts luxury experience is all about you, your wellbeing and enhancing your natural beauty. Beautifully designed to be both functional and elegant, Alberts salon has entwined chocolate tawa floors, stone benches, decadent chandeliers and modern Italian furniture, ensuring that guests leave feeling pampered, soothed and relaxed.

With specially designed areas for each stage of your Alberts experience – from diagnosis and prescription, to colouring, cutting and styling – it is a secret jewel.

Business owner Natasha Harris has 20 years industry experience and a love and passion for precision hair cutting and creating believable colour. Creating beautiful, wearable, memorable hair is truly the essence of what Alberts is all about. Natasha is a high energy mother of 4 young children. She understands that having ‘me time’ is a precious commodity and says that “busy mothers rarely indulge in time out for themselves”. She’s also quick to add “life is crazy, busy and often unpredictable but her saving grace is having the opportunity to have her hair jooshed by the fantastic stylists in her salon – they are truly Albert’s angels – thanks team!”

Alberts is dedicated to being an environmentally conscious company, INOA fits perfectly with our philosophy of complete scalp/hair, body and health wellness, INOA offers the most beautiful colour and amazing shine. “The benefit of ammonia free and low alkaline permanent long lasting colour at its best”, says Natasha.

“We challenge ourselves each day to provide increased service and maintain our professional attributes, we have to, we owe it to you and ourselves” – Natasha Harris, Alberts Hair Salon.

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Helping you make memories When it comes to something as important as your wedding favours, put your trust in a specialist you can depend on.

Favour Boutique is New Zealand’s one stop shop offering an unmatched selection of premium wedding favours. Plan, personalize and purchase your favours online with free shipping nationwide.

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Flowers Every Day of Your Life

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cent Floral Boutique is one of the country’s foremost florists, covering every type of event and special occasion as well as corporate and personal requirements. No job is ever too big or too small for the passionate team who will create floral works of art - anywhere in New Zealand.

An event specialist, Scent Floral Boutique has six full-time experts in event design who consult closely with their clients from the initial consultation through to completion.

Skilfully tailored bouquets, centrepieces, breath-taking architectural entrance statements and exquisite lighting will transform a venue and be the talking point amongst guests. Scent Floral has effectively worked on events around the country, covering everything from private government functions and royal visits, to sports award ceremonies and, of course, weddings.

Whether it is a large scale or an intimate gathering, every event receives the same

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individual attention to every detail. Weddings are a chance to transform a couple’s dream into a romantic reality and the Scent team excels in ensuring every aspect is considered from bespoke bridal bouquets to church alter and reception arrangements.

Over the past few years, dainty High Teas have become increasingly popular and the Scent Team will happily theme your next gathering, including providing gorgeous feminine fine china in delicate white, pink and blue hues.

For corporate clients, Scent Floral will tailor a design to enhance your working environment. With a complete assortment of props and vases available, there are endless possibilities to keep a fresh look in the office.

At the difficult time for everyone involved in a funeral, Scent will tailor a lovely bouquet, wreath or casket spray. These unique arrangements are crafted with an understanding of and commitment to each client’s needs.

Scent offers a professional, passionate and unwavering service from the initial consultation through to the final installation with meticulous attention to detail throughout. And don’t forget, if you need some cut flowers for someone special in your life, Scent Floral Boutique is just a phone call away!

Ph: +64 4 499 9040 www.scentboutique.co.nz

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92 Albert Street, Auckland City

(09) 303 4858

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Design Touch Wedding Florist

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orking with flowers has been Heather McCall’s passion since she was a young girl.

Naturally talented, she has created a successful florist business specialising in designing distinctive wedding arrangements.

Heather’s first experience with flowers was at her local country flower show when, at the age of five and encouraged by her mother, she entered a buttonhole and a corsage. To her delight, she received two first placings and from then on flowers and Heather have been inseparable.

Heather went on to join a local floral art group which she describles as “a very worthwhile and valuable experience.” Being the yougest by about twenty years meant that she was able to learn a wealth of knowledge from the experienced ladies in the group about the use of flowers, design, and techniques for creating the smallest of

DESIGN TOUCH

wedding flower specialist (09) 426 6346 enquiries@designtouch.co.nz www.designtouch.co.nz

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posies to large scale arrangments for big venues.

In a family act of faith, Heather’s first wedding bouquet was for her sister and from then on she became the florist to family and friends. “I felt very privileged but I thought my sister was very brave,” says Heather of her first real job. Heather now works with many brides, specialising in creating new designs. “I like to create wedding flowers that compliment a bides theme and have a little something different about them,” she says.

Wanting to share her passion with others, Heather now runs her own tutoring courses from her studio in Orewa, just north of Auckland. Her classes are one-on-one and she has ladies from their 20’s to 50’s fulfilling their own lifelong dreams to work with flowers.

Ph: 021 022 98279 www.designtouch.co.nz

Heather McCall

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Booming Marquee Business

Scott Taylor & Blair McRobbie

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ilver Fern Marquees was set up in 2008 by friends Blair McRobbie and Scott Taylor who identified a gap in the market for Marquees. It was at this time that Blair was planning his own wedding and decided the best option was for hime to purchase his own Marquee for the event. He then went on to hire the Marquee out and the business grew organically from there!

Blair and Scott ran Silver Fern Marquees alongside other projects until about six months ago, when it flourished into a full-time venture. The business is now aptly managed by four people – Blair, Scott, Phil and Jan who each bring their own diverse skill set to the table. Blair himself has a background in building, Scott a background in engineering, Phil a background in landscaping

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and Jan has extensive experience in Party Planning and Hire.

Silver Fern Marquees specialise not only in the provision and set-up of Marquees, but also in complete party planning. They’ve gained an enviable reputation for their work in the wedding and corporate sectors of the hire industry and boasting clients such as Swazi, Can-am, Isuzu and other leading car brands.

No event is too big or too small! They cater for small urban backyard parties through to majestic country estate weddings and large corporate events. Not only will they provide you with a fabulous Marquee, but they will take care of the set-up/layout of venue, water features, computers and hirage of all items for the event – then they will take it all away the next day. Put simply, they take

the stress out of your event.

Silver Fern Marquees has a showroom in Pukekohe where the Marquees are stored. If you visit the store, Jan will assist you to make the correct decisions for your event, and details of the different Marquees available are also laid out on their website. They maintain close connections with the manufacturing side of the industry, ensuring they are always up to date with the latest developments in Marquee equipment technology.

Business is booming for Silver Fern Marquees with heavy bookings already in place for 2014. If you’re planning a wedding or event in the next six months, book your Marquee now so you don’t miss out!

Ph: + 64 9 238 4882 www.silverfernmarquees.co.nz 121 Manakau Road, Pukekohe

For Every Wedding

BRIDAL BOUTIQUE S u i t e 9, 1 60 Broad way, N ewmar ke t Br i d a l Showroom Ph: 520 6070 www. mod e s. c o. nz w w w. fa ceb o o k . co m /Mo d es . Br id al www. pint e re st . c om/ mod e snewmar ke t

Feel Like a ‘Goddess’ with Diosa

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iosa is Spanish for ‘Goddess’ and that’s exactly how you will feel when you visit Diosa Hair, located in the heart of Pukekohe’s busy Shopping Centre. Master Stylist and Owner, Kerryn Chaplin prides herself on giving clients the most exceptional service and ensuring they always leave looking and feeling amazing. Diosa Hair has a dedicated team of stylists who offer a full range of styling and colouring services. From the moment you walk in the door through to the moment you leave, you will be treated to a wonderful experience. Expert stylists will share their extensive knowledge of how to style your hair at home and recommend the very best products for you to maintain your fantastic new cut and colour.

The salon stocks La Biosthetique, Kerastase Paris and Pureology ranges and offers personalised seasonal collection colouring services in addition to specialised men’s colouring.

Ph: +64 9 238 5886 www.diosahair.co.nz “I am proud to lead our team at Diosa Hair.

Our stylists are consistently exceptional at what they do, and always excited to continually upskill to offer the very best service.”

– Kerryn Chaplin Owner, Master Stylist & Make-Up Artist.

Ph: (09) 9294642 Showroom: 17/46 Ellice Road Glenfield, Auckland www.willoughbyroad.co.nz

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Kerikeri’s Best Kept Secret

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estled beside the river at the Stone Store Basin in Kerikeri, The Pear Tree Restaurant and Bar takes its name from the oldest cultivated fruit tree in New Zealand which was planted in 1819 by early settler and missionary Reverend Samuel Marsden, and still stands (and fruits!) right outside the front door of the restaurant.

The neighbouring Stone Store and Kemp House (two of New Zealand’s oldest buildings) create a truly historic destination in what is already a tranquil and beautiful corner of the Bay of Islands.

The Pear Tree and her sister property, the gorgeous Honey House Café, flank the historic buildings and offer a fantastic range of refreshment to all those who venture down to enjoy the basin.

The Pear Tree is the most recent in a long line of occupants of the beautiful homestead once owned by the Kemp family itself. A roaring open fire, original timber floors and beams, and amazing views over the water all add to an inviting dining room that spills out onto broad verandas and into a lush garden bar area.

At The Pear Tree we take the same refined yet unpretentious approach to service as we

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do to our menu, and the team is focused on producing an experience to complement our beautiful surroundings. Menus change regularly throughout the year, making the most of local and seasonal produce and bringing a decidedly Kiwi flavour to Head Chef James Dobbie’s modern classic cuisine.

Our own historic Pear Tree, as well as our citrus trees and herb gardens, provides fresh produce to the kitchen supplemented by weekly trips to the famous Kerikeri Farmer’s Market. Both the Pear Tree and Honey House specialize in a range of home baked treats with New Zealand organic teas and quality coffee.

“We know we are very lucky to enjoy such a fantastic location, and our staff are here to help guests make the most of it”, says general manager Stephanie Gartland.

“At the end of the day, with such great food and a fabulous location, it all makes our jobs pretty easy. Add in a superb collection of New Zealand wines and we have the perfect recipe for a great day.”

Ph: 0508 732 787 www.thepeartree.co.nz

Majestic Northland Flying Fish Design Store Boh Runga’s Feather Kisses Necklace $173.00 flyingfishdesign.co.nz

Be sure to allow plenty of time to explore the Northland region. It is a vast area full of contrasts; where the people, history, culture and scenic beauty will have you wishing you could stay longer.

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orthland and the Bay of Islands are an Aquatic playground. Golden beaches fringed by pohutukawa trees, secluded coves and turquoise water. This is where visitors and locals alike enjoy their favourite pastimes of boating, sailing, surfing, fishing or just lazing around in the warm sunshine.

www.northlandnz.com

flying fish design store

Williams Rd Paihia 094027755

www.flyingfishdesign.co.nz

Annual Events in Northland: OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

Bay of Islands Walking Weekend

Bay of Islands P&I Show & ‘Savouring the Source’ Festival of Food & Wine

Coastal Classic Annual Yacht Race - Auckland to Russell Kerikeri Garden Safari ‘It’ Festival of Wine & Food, Paihia Rally of the North Juken Kaitaia Fun Run/Walk

Fullers Great Sights Kerikeri Half Marathon & Street Festival State Ocean Swim Series, Russell to Paihia DECEMBER Whangarei Summer Show

Bea u ti fu l Gi fts i n Keri keri We’ve got just what you are looking for, Gifts, Homeware, Art and so much more! Pop into our store and our friendly staff can help you. You’ll find something to suit everyone’s tastes. www.countrycorner.co.nz

Country Corner 3km north of the roundabout SH10, Kerikeri OPEN 7 DAYS 09 407 3058 Kapiro Vineyard

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Something for Everyone in Kerikeri

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pen 7 days a week, the bustling institution of Fishbone Café has been a main attraction for diners on the main road of Kerikeri since 1997. It welcomes you to the middle of town with a spacious outdoor dining area, amongst the potted trees and modern screens, moving through into the modern and vibrant café with aromas of Allpress coffee and delicious food.

There is something for everyone, from the well thought out blackboard menu, to the fresh premade choices in the cabinet; it is kid friendly and has lots of space for pushchairs and shopping bags.

12 months ago, the Fishbone Wine Bar was moved to the café at street level. And now in this coming October, 88 Below Wine Merchants will be opening downstairs.

Two establishments at the same address; Fishbone Café and Wine Bar at street level, and downstairs will be 88 Below

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Wine Merchants. Both offer the chance for customers to taste and purchase the extensive collection of excellent New Zealand and international wines.

The owner, Steve White, has spent years in the business of providing a great dining experience, and now with the addition of 88 Below Merchants, he can provide the complete package. He especially enjoys the personal hands-on approach to helping customers choose the wine that is right for them.

Fishbone cafe is open 7 days for breakfast and lunch. Fishbone wine bar is open Thursday and Friday from 4 pm until 7 ish, depending on customer demand, the bar is also available for private functions. 88 Below Merchants is open Thursday and Friday 12 pm until bar closes and Saturday morning from 9 am to 1 pm.

Ph: +64 9 407 6065 www.fishbonecafe.co.nz

Mmm...

Temptation Has Never Tasted This Good!

Fresh cream truffles, chocolate-drenched macadamias, wickedly sinful toffee, chocolate, caramel and nuts...

If you’ve never found the time to visit one of Makana Confections Chocolate Factories then you really have missed a treat. Whether you are in the North or South Island, find time to visit them in Kerikeri or Blenheim. Watch the skilled kitchen team at work mixing, folding and creating those tantalising confections and then tempt yourself by tasting one of their complimentary samples. Whatever your taste temptation, Makana Confections are truly special in every way, from their secret recipes and finest ingredients to the care that is lavished on each individual hand-made confection. Beautifully packaged and gift wrapped, (just ask, it’s no problem), they make a truly tempting special gift, for a friend, a lover, or just about anyone!

Makana Confections never use artificial flavourings, colourings or preservatives and all their confections are made with the finest and freshest ingredients possible to ensure your absolute satisfaction.

Mmm... Makana!

Ph: 0800 MAKANA www.makana.co.nz

Join the club!

The new Makana Chocolate Club is now up and running.

Membership is absolutely free and offers special benefits, including monthly draws and discount vouchers. Just visit the website to join - all new members will receive: • Faster check-out.

• Regular monthly Special Offers exclusive to Makana Chocolate Club members.

• Monthly draw for FREE Macadamia Butter Toffee.Crunch.

• Free Delivery within New Zealand for orders over $100.

• Free Tastings - from time to time we will invite some Makana Chocolate Club members to sample our regular or new products and give us their feedback.

• Advance notice of products for special events such as Christmas and Mother's Day. • Details of previous orders, gift reminders and recipient lists.

• A thank-you discount voucher once a year.

It’s so easy, just visit www.makana.co.nz

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Home in New Zealand

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oft Design is an exciting modern interiors business that was set up by owner Louise Birtwistle eight years ago, after going through the process of building a home and finding it difficult to source quality interior products within the Bay of Islands. Loft Design is based in Kerikeri and has a strong on-line presence and customer base. Louise has spent significant time researching and locating the best suppliers of products, with unique ranges and styles and great workmanship. She says, “It’s all about quality, longevity and amazing service”.

Head into the gorgeous Loft Design store in Kerikeri, and the beautiful array of fabrics, cushions, linens and rugs will take your breath away. Loft has its own specialist cushion and drape makers. Louise tells Eye Magazine

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that cushions are especially popular at the moment. All Loft cushions are filled with feather inners which make them that extra bit special, and customers can have fun selecting the perfect fabric and colour for their cushion covers. The business prides itself on the excellent customer services it provides.

In addition to being an interiors store, Loft also operates as a gift and homeware shop, with many different gift ideas to choose form including the ever-popular Ecoya range of scented candles. Enter the store and shelves are lined with collections of brightly coloured and neutral items for every aspect of the home. The business prides itself on being New Zealand made and using local suppliers wherever possible.

Loft Design also offers a complete interior design service. Furniture and furnishings,

drapes, blinds, lamps and rugs can all be custom designed and made. Loft Design will come to your home and measure spaces for new furniture, re-upholstery, and drapes, offering ideas and inspiration. They are happy to help with all aspects of the interior design process, currently servicing from the South Island right through to Northland.

New for spring and summer are beautiful Christy Bath towels, and stunning Turkish cotton beach towels in bright blues, corals, yellows and tangerines. Look out for vibrant florals, geometric patterns and fun colourful platters that will brighten any summer’s day.

Also new are luxurious European Bianca Lorenne comforters and bed linens.

Ph: +64 9 4077 320 www.loftdesign.co.nz

Experience a fresh approach to skincare and hair removal by professional therapists who know your skin inside and out.

We are an award winning clinic providing treatments and services to the Bay of Islands since 2006.

Contact us: 88 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri (09) 407 8190 www.waxingandskin.co.nz

Mention this ad and receive a FREE 15 minute massage with any booking.

Treatments include: Dermalogica Facials Waxing & IPL Hair Removal Eyebrow & Eyelash Tinting & Shaping Appearance Medicine Pedicures & Manicures, including Shellac Professional Makeup Spray-tanning

QUALITY K I T C H E N WA R E 3 Fairway Drive, Kerikieri Phone/Fax: (09) 407 9500 scullerykerikier@ yahoo.co.nz

Deckside to Oceanside Calming, gentle waves lap the secluded shores of Orua Bay below this architecturally designed holiday home influenced by the surrounding environment. The property enjoys peaceful scenery of lush native bush and landscaping right down to its pristine, pink beach with ancient pohutukawa trees and riparian rights.

Situated in a bay of high worth owners, this gated enclave provides them with privacy and security. An enviable property on just over four hectares, you have the ultimate escape from world affairs yet quickly reconnect with international airport links. Waterfront buyers seeking a family holiday home with a difference; a place to share with friends; book-a-bach income return or, a chance to create a boutique spa retreat ‌ this property has the foundations to personalize your investment.

Esmae Farrington Waterfront & Premium Home Specialist D +64 9 407 9221| M +64 21 407 323 | H +64 9 407 3232 www.bayleys.co.nz | www.bayleysinthenorth.co.nz Bayleys in the North | 41 Kerikeri Rd | Bay of Islands| New Zealand

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Perfect Pukekohe The Ponsonby of the South

FRANKLIN a b c d e f g h i

Pukekohe Golf Club

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ranklin may now be part of a super city but it supersedes the rest of us city folk by being just far enough away to be calm and collected but still be a thriving, exciting and entertaining community without the hustle and bustle of the big smoke. Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tuakau, Clarkes Beach, Drury, Karaka, Pokeno, Miranda and Hampton Downs are the hidden gems of the south, all with small town charm on a big scale.

Franklin is the home to motorsport, racing, boutique shopping, five star cuisine and a farmers market full of locally grown and farmed produce. From the vintage boutiques and superb cuisine of Pukekohe and the palatial green of Clarkes beach, Franklin is a unique destination for a fantastic day out. Franklin and the amazing locals will ensure that you don’t leave disappointed or empty handed.

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Counties Racing

Waiuku Pukekohe Tuakau Clarks Beach Drury Karaka Pokeno Miranda Hampton Downs

POKENO MARKETS Held every Sunday in Pokeno village. This market is a truly country experience in the Franklin area. Set in the paddock in the main street in Pokeno.

Stallholders include tempting goodies from The Chocolate Shoppe, fresh fruit n veges, jewellery, plants, seedlings, tools, new books, Turkish deli, fast food, mussel fritters, toys, bone carving, gifts, antiques, woodware, garden furniture, free range eggs, garden ornaments, Maori bread, flax bags and plenty more. Live music performed in the paddock.

GLENBROOK VINTAGE RAILWAY A rail enthusiasts’ heaven! Hop aboard lovingly restored and maintained steam engine train for a journey into yesteryear.

Situated in the picturesque Franklin countryside on Glenbrook Station Road, the railway operates from Labour weekend through to Queen’s birthday, on Sunday’s and most public holidays.

Local Schools Pukekohe Christian School www.pcschool.co.nz Pukekohe High School www.pukekohehigh.school.nz Pukekohe Hill School www.pukekohehill.school.nz St Joseph’s Catholic School www.stjosephs.co.nz Pukekohe East Primary School www.peps.school.nz Valley School Pukekohe www.valley.school.nz Wesley College www.wesley.school.nz Tuakau Primary School www.tuakaupr.school.nz Tuakau College www.tuakaucollege.com Eden Christian Academy www.edenchristianacademy.co.nz Harrisville School www.harrisville.school.nz

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Image courtesy of Auckland Council

Len Brown on Pukekohe “Pukekohe is a boom town. For decades it was my family’s old hometown. It has maintained a steady gait for years, with its industry centred on the horticulture and agriculture in close proximity, and it’s always had a strong community spirit. Now Pukekohe is spreading its wings. At a rapid pace it’s becoming not only an important residential and commercial base, but a desirable commuter town in a beautiful physical setting, close to the lush Waikato.”

Len Brown, Auckland City Mayor

Local Success Story Born and bred in Pukekohe Bill and Ngaire Deed started Deed Printing in Waiuku in 1971. They have expanded their business over three companies, they not only work in print but also cover stationery and office equipment as well as weekly post newspapers. Bill and Ngaire are part of the nationwide Office Products Depot group and were recently awarded the ‘Dealer Performance Award’ for operation excellence at their Pukekohe branch.

EYE RECOMMENDS...

Lavalla

“What I Love About Pukekohe...”

“I love that Puke is still boutique and unique” Vintage Love “I love our great local rural community” Kristina Smith from Café Palazzo “Pukekohe has good people, it’s really close to beaches and has all the facilities you could possibly need.”

Ian Litchfield from Pukekohe Golf Club “Thirteen years ago my husband and I decided to move out of London with our young family. We never expected to move quite so far! I love living in Pukekohe, it offers the best of both worlds; we are surrounded by beautiful countryside with a wealth of beaches to visit yet we have the convenience of the shops, cafes and restaurants on our doorstep. I could never imagine living anywhere else!”

Principal Clare Humber at Pukekohe Christian School “Pukekohe is maturing into a vibrant and engaging place. It has the perfect blend of cosmopolitan and rural, and a great community spirit. It is a brilliant place to be in business, with a supportive community with a keen eye” Carla Van Tiel from Georgia Boutique “The 3 things I love about Pukekohe are the friendliness of the people,the loyalty of my customers and the genuine sense of community.”

Catherine from Footloose

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BK Counties Lodge 0800 880 600 | bkscountiesmotorlodge.co.nz

Tuakau Hotel +64 9 236 8084 | www.tuakauhotel.co.nz

Counties Inn +64 9 238 9319 | www.countiesinn.co.nz

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“What I love about Pukekohe is it has the best of both worlds, country living and wonderful down to earth people but also excellent places to eat and shop and pamper yourself. What more could you want!?”

Kerryn from Diosa Hair “Coming from Ireland to settle in New Zealand – I have never looked back. I’m happy here, Pukekohe is “HOME” for me, lifestyle, friendly people and community spirit.

Just awesome!“ William Tyndall from Barfoot & Thompson

Upcoming Events in Pukekohe OCTOBER Friday 4 - Saturday 5 October Noon - 8.00pm Big Spring Swing – Raising funds for a Wheelchair Swing for Parkside School at Pukekohe Town Square, King Street, Pukekohe.

Friday 11 October 7.30pm Counties Manukau Steelers Home Game at Ecolight Stadium, Stadium Drive, Pukekohe.

Sunday 27 October 10.00am – 3.00pm Franklin Wedding Expo at Pukekohe Indian Association Hall, Ward Street, Pukekohe.

NOVEMBER Friday 1 November 6.30pm Franklin Bride of the Year Show at Pukekohe Town Hall, Massey Ave, Pukekohe.

Friday 1 November 6.00pm Waiuku Blast to the Past at Waiuku Town Centre & Tamakae Reserve, Waiuku.

Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 November The Ride to Conquer Cancer Auckland – Pukekohe – Auckland, Camping overnight in Pukekohe.

Saturday 14 December 2.00pm Waiuku Christmas Parade on King Street & Queen Street, Waiuku.

Friday 29 November 5.00pm – 8.00pm DHL Counties Cup Day at Pukekohe Park Raceway.

REGULAR EVENTS

Saturday 30 November - Sunday 1 December V8 Supercars Round Seven. The final event for 2013 returns to Pukekohe where the endurance and overall driver champion will be crowned.

Saturday 30 November – Tuesday 24 December 10.00am – 8.00pm Waiuku Christmas Display at Waiuku Memorial Town Hall, 80 Queen St, Waiuku.

DECEMBER Sunday 1 December Pukekohe Christmas Parade on King Street, Pukekohe.

Wednesday 4 December Christmas at the Races at Pukekohe Park Raceway, Pukekohe..

Every Saturday 8.00am – 12.00pm Franklin Markets at Massey Ave Carpark, Pukekohe.

Every Saturday 8.00am – 12.30pm Waiau Pa Country Farmers Market at Waiau Pa School, corner of Waiau Pa and Saddleton Rd. Every second Saturday 9.00am – 2.00pm Frankly Crafty Market at Franklin Arts Centre, 12 Massey Ave, Pukekohe.

Every Sunday 9.00am – 4.00pm Pokeno Country Market at Pokeno Village, Main St, Pokeno.

Sundays during Summer Months 10.00am –2.00pm Waiuku Village Market on River Lane, Waiuku.

Ready, Aim, Fire Are you looking to hold a fun and memorable staff function, arrange a team building experience, or entertain clients?

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If yo u are lo o k ing fo r a ve nue STO P yo u h ave just fo und it! L aValla can h elp yo u ce le brate, train and e ntertain yo ur gro up big o r sm all. Ide al facilitie s fo r Co rpo rates, Team s, Clubs, Fam ily G ro ups and We ddings.

Call us to day and let us wo rk o ur m agic to m ake yo ur f unctio n a talking po int fo r ye ars.

There isn’t a more unique, enjoyable or exciting way than a multi-activity day, nestled within the olive grove at the beautiful Simunovich Olive Estate.

After your activities, retire to the award winning Bracu restaurant for an exquisite meal composed by our talented Head Chef Michael Newlands.

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Rachael Buxton Interior Designer

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achael Buxton is a leading Interior Designer and Director of Interiors Etc and I’m Gorgeous – Wholesale Jewellery, Women’s Accessories & Homeware. She has over 14 years experience working within the residential interior design industry and holds a number of UK Interior qualifications. Eye Magazine had the pleasure of sitting down with Rachael to learn more about her business and what is happening with Interiors at the moment.

Rachael, what aspects of Interiors does your business cover?

I am best known for my ability with colour and furnishings; window treatments, furniture and accessories. I routinely work alongside leading architects, kitchen and bathroom designers to specify materials so cohesion is achieved within the entire interior and exterior scheme.

What trends are you seeing at the moment in Interiors? What is on-trend for spring and summer?

At any given time there are multiple trends showing favour. Three of the more popular are as follows: Glamour – the use of dark moody tones en masse; velvet matts contrasted with high gloss and metallic (bronze and gold). Large

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scale design. Luxurious materials such as honed marble, leather, European designed and manufactured furniture, lighting and appliances. Possible inclusion of strong clear colours such as emerald green, blues, golds and purple.

Cape Cod Style – light weathered tones for walls and floors, use of natural materials (timber and marble for example), texture as opposed to smooth gloss finishes, rattan, aged leather, tumbled linen. Vintage and rustic furniture and casual elegance.

Kiwiana – modern antique furniture from the 1950s and 1960s, formica and chrome, collectables and crown lynn, NZ art and sculpture, pale mint green, aqua and lemon colours.

What sets you apart from other Interior Designers?

My training, passion for my work and years of experience have provided me with a depth of knowledge of the industry; what is available and how to access product. I take great pride in producing unique solutions and schemes for each client. I enjoy the relationships I have with my clients. I am a good listener and am able to quickly identify their needs. I have a meticulous eye for detail and am very thorough.

Rachael Buxton

Please tell us a little about your other business – I’m Gorgeous.

In 2004 I began to import costume jewellery, handbags and homeware from France and the United States initially to sell from my own retail store. Within a short space of time I began wholesaling the products to other retailers. We now have ranges custom manufactured to our designs and specifications and sell to leading fashion retailers, interior design and gift stores across New Zealand, Australia and the United States of America.

Interiors Etc - Ph: +64 9 294 6311 www.interiorsetc.co.nz I’m Gorgeous - Ph: +64 9 294 6311 www.imgorgeous.co.nz

Counties Cup Day Saturday 23 November 2013 Don’t miss the excitement of Franklins Premier Race Day!

Race this way Featuring live racing & entertainment ∙ Marquee Village ∙ Running Rail Lawn Party ∙ Annah Stretton Fashions in the Field ∙ Childrens Entertainment Admission $10 (under 18’s free)* No BYO

VIVACIOUS BEAUTY Stunning teen Sonja Rhodes had dreamed of becoming a model – so when she got the big news that she was the new 2013 Elocal cover girl, she was understandably “over the moon”.

Life hasn’t been particularly easy however for this vivacious beauty, Sonja was diagnosed with scoliosis – a painful and debilitating condition which results in a curvature of the spine.

Always the optimistic, Sonja says she’d like to use her time in the limelight as a way to shed light and give readers a better understanding of scoliosis.

The future looks bright for Sonja, who can’t wait to get started on her special year as Elocal cover girl 2013.

*Admission charge does not apply to Members, Hospitality Packages, Owners, Trainers & Jockeys

For more information contact: karen@countiesracing.co.nz ph 09 238 8049 or visit www.countiesracing.co.nz

All Welcome Cafe Palazzo 64 Jesmond Road Karaka, Auckland We’re open everyday between the hours of 8:30am and 4pm.

(09) 294 6687 eat@cafepalazzo.co.nz Pokeno Bacon Pukekohe

20 Subway Road, Pukekohe, Auckland P: (09) 2392086 E: info@pokenobacon.co.nz Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30 Saturday 8.30am - 1.30pm

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Welcome to The Country Inn! ACCO M M O D AT IO N | D IN IN G | FU N CT IO N S We are located in the small rural community Ramarama in the Franklin district, which is a rural paradise just 35 minutes from downtown Auckland and only ten minutes to the large country town of Pukekohe. Enjoy fresh new surroundings, delicious menu options and a brand new, state-of-the-art, private function room. Our diverse venue offers a unique and quiet country setting to hold your next function or event, with a restaurant, bar and lounge area and well as motel-styled accommodation that caters for various tastes and budget.

THE COUNTRY INN 1474 Great South Road, RD3, Drury 2579, Auckland 09 294 8320 | info@thecountryinn.co.nz | www.thecountryinn.co.nz

Rettro Hair

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ocated in the heart of Pukekohe, Rettro is a gorgeous boutique Hair and Beauty Salon. Offering a wide variety of hair services and beauty treatments to help you look and feel amazing, Rettro are the proud winners of the Pukekohe Business Association Health and Beauty award in 2013.

Rettro’s valuable staff all dabble in different expertise; from specialists in colour and hair design styling, skin and body treatments, Nimue skin specialists and L’oreal colour experts. They also stock only the best products in hair and beauty; Kérastase, Pureology, L’oreal, Fudge, Nimue skin technology, Inika cosmetics, Gelish, I love cosmetics, Lilash and O.P.I gelcolour.

The perfect venue for your wedding with hair styling and makeup all in the same space, while providing a professional, relaxed atmosphere with amazing coffee.

Ph: +64 9 238 6261 team.rettro@xtra.co.nz

PURE INDULGENCE Franklin’s Unqiue Day Spa Destination A Haven for Beauty, Health & Wellbeing

For regular updates, news and promotions check out facebook.com/pureindulgencepukekohe 33 West Street, Pukekohe | 09 239 0404 pureindulgence@xtra.co.nz | www.pure-indulgence.co.nz

Totalbeauty

Specialists in Eyelash Extensions, Spray Tanning, Permanent Makeup and much more.

Total Beauty

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otal Beauty is a unique and relaxing salon located in the main street of Pukekohe. Offering a great range of treatment options, Total Beauty is open six days a week with two late nights. Their spring special – spa pedicure and express manicure package is only $90 and will ensure that you’re ready to face summer with a smile. After a relaxing foot spa, Total Beauty deals to the hard skin on your heels, they then work on your cuticles, following on with a foot massage and mask and finishing with the nail colour of your choice. But it doesn’t stop there! Total Beauty will also tidy up those hard working hands by shaping your nails, tidying up cuticles and finishing it off with the nail colour of your preference. So come in and meet the friendly team at Total Beauty, or treat a loved one to a day of pamper as a gift!

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107 King Street, Pukekohe | Open 7 days | Sizes 8 - 24

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98 King Street Pukekohe 09 238 7161 www.footloose.co.nz Open 7 Days

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STOTT PILATES®

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ye Magazine had the pleasure of catching up with Core Pilates Founder Sharon Currie to discuss the discipline of Pilates and the specialised STOTT PILATES® Instructor Training Courses that are being run from Sharon’s popular Core Pilates Studio in Pukekohe. Sharon is a STOTT PILATES Post Rehabilitation Conditioning Specialist and the only STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer in New Zealand, teaching courses in New Zealand and Australia.

Sharon, why should someone train to teach Pilates?

Pilates is globally the fastest growing method of exercise. People are becoming increasingly more interested in fitness modalities that relieve stress. They are also much more interested in prevention and taking care of their bodies. Pilates is excellent for all ages, fitness levels and goals.

Why choose STOTT PILATES education?

STOTT PILATES incorporates modern exercise principles including contemporary thinking about spinal rehabilitation and

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athletic performance enhancement. STOTT PILATES has an extensive repertoire of prepatory exercises and modifications to cater to many different body types and abilities allowing you to provide a STOTT PILATES program to fit your clients personal fitness needs. It is globally recognized with a rigorous certification program that ensures STOTT PILATES instructors are leaders in their chosen profession.

Please tell us more about your STOTT PILATES Instructor Training Courses.

The intensive courses are appropriate to career changers as well as current Pilates instructors wanting to gain an internationally recognised qualification. I train a range of medical and fitness professionals who wish to

extend the services and support they provide their clients, e.g. physiotherapists, osteopaths, massage therapists, yoga instructors. We also run workshops which are recognised for continuing education credits by many organisations.

I am a qualified STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer, and have been practicing Pilates since 1998. I have thoroughly enjoyed making a difference in my client’s lives and am now committed to building a highly skilled Pilates industry in New Zealand and Australia. I have established Core Pilates as a STOTT PILATES training centre and am passionate about giving New Zealanders access to this highly regarded international Pilates curriculum.

Ph: +64 21 623066 www.corepilates.co.nz

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Instructor Training Courses STOTT PILATES® co-founders along with a team of physical therapists/physiotherapists, sports medicine and fitness professionals, have spent over two decades refining the STOTT PILATES® method of exercise and equipment. This resulted in the inclusion of modern principles of exercise science and rehabilitation – the basis for STOTT PILATES® training and certification.

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Pukekohe Golf Club

654 Karaka Rd, Karaka 2580 ( 0 9 ) 2 9 4 8 8 2 2 • w w w. p u k e k o h e g o l f . c o . n z

CONTACT US: www.pcschool.co.nz 82 Yates Road Pukekohe Tel: 09 238 6449 Fax: 09 238 2581 pcschool@xtra.co.nz

A safe and stimulating learning environment.

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A family atmosphere; fostering respect, understanding, loyalty and faith.

A balanced Cambridge curriculum acknowledging God as the source of all knowledge.

A school climate which is supportive, happy and disciplined.

A wide range of educational opportunities for all students.

Teaching and learning from a Biblical perspective.

Clarks Beach Golf Club

WE D D I NG S & CORPORAT E EVEN TS Contact Blair on 021 1033225 or Scott on 021 1020677 www.silverfernmarquees.co.nz

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100 Stevenson Road, Clarks Beach, Auckland 2122 www.clarksbeachgolfclub.co.nz +64 9 232 1788

Destination Pukekohe with Real Estate Specialist Jamie Fear

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ye Magazine wanted to learn more about the thriving Real Estate market in Pukekohe, so we headed to the office of Real Estate agent Jamie Fear at Professionals Pukekohe to get his insight We had a few questions for Jamie…

What makes Pukekohe such an attractive place to live?

Pukekohe is a fast growing and increasingly vibrant town. It retains the sense of community that you find in a country town, but has all of the amenities of a city, with train links to the city. Auckland Central is only 40 minutes away by car. If you wander around Pukekohe on a Saturday morning, you’ll find markets, outdoor cafes, community events, and a large variety of boutique and chain shopping. Always renowned for its fresh produce, Pukekohe boasts several specialty butchers, and will soon have a gourmet supermarket.

Pukekohe feels like New Zealand should a great place to bring up a family with plenty to do and friendly people who will always spare a smile.

The town has great schooling, plenty of parkland, an indoor swimming complex, stadium, raceway and (currently) the Ranfurly Shield.

Please tell us about housing in Pukekohe?

Pukekohe has a mix of older style bungalow homes many still on full sections, and a mix of new housing. You can buy a 4 bedroom home with an ensuite starting from around $400,000. As part of the new Auckland Unity Plan Pukekohe has been designated as a high growth area with over 6000 new homes to be built in the next few years. There are also wonderful lifestyle properties and mansions with stunning views.

The average sale price around the Franklin Area is approximately $390,000.

What advice do you have for Purchasers and Vendors at the moment?

The reality of the market today is that there is a shortage of listings. However, the

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bottom line is that property will never be as cheap as it is now. It will continue to go up.

For people looking to sell, you have a chance of achieving a great result in today’s market, but make sure you don’t fall for an inflated appraisal price!

Research different sales methods. Whilst auctions are popular at the moment, the results vary and there are other ways to sell.

The key is finding an agent you can build a relationship with and who is passionate about your needs.

Jamie has 16 years sales and marketing experience primarily in the housing industry and is passionate about helping people find homes to suit their personal requirements.

Jamie’s approach to Real Estate combines innovative marketing techniques, with traditional marketing to present properties to the widest audience possible. He is a strong negotiator and believes that open communication will provide the platform to allow his clients to achieve their property aspirations.

Why would you encourage people to take a trip to Pukekohe?

Pukekohe is one of Auckland’s best kept secrets, a slice of rural New Zealand life in the Super City. Take a morning to visit, eat, shop and explore a town on the move. Pukekohe gives you a lifestyle where you have more time, a smaller mortgage.

Jamie Fear Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Property Link Groups Ltd MREINZ Licensed Real Estate Agent 187 King Street Pukekohe Ph: +64 9 2370090 Mob: 021 404 611 Email: jamief@propertylink.co.nz facebook.com/pukekoherealestate

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A Family Farm Business Since 1977

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okeno Bacon is the home of award winning products - renowned for their top quality Pork, Ham, Bacon, Sausages, Salami, Beef and Lamb. Only the freshest and best cuts of locally sourced New Zealand Pork are used.

Head to Pokeno Bacon to try premium Bacon, Ham, Roasts, Pork Steaks, Chops, Gammon Steaks or one of the many tender cuts of Pork. You won’t be disappointed. Pokeno Bacon pride themselves on their traditional handmade pork specialties using only 100% fresh Pokeno bacon.

The story of Pokeno Bacon begins in 1977 with the fresh New Zealand countryside – a place of clean air, fresh produce and neighborly hospitality. John and Helen Clotworthy visited a Pokeno farm with the vision of owning a family farm business and Pokeno Bacon was born. The business has grown rapidly over the years and now boasts four locations - Mercer, Pokeno, Pukekohe and Mt Eden.

John and Helen continue to run and manage the business on a day to day basis, and their children have also become involved, meaning it truly is family owned and operated.

A Butcher by trade, John founded the business on quality homestyle pork products cured to perfection and good old fashioned country values. Today, Pokeno village had become synonymous with Pokeno Bacon. People come from far and wide to taste hot sausages fresh from the pan or a delicious bacon sandwich. At the Mercer Café the bacon sandwiches are ever popular.

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Pokeno Bacon continue to lead with their award winning products.

Awards include: Silver Cumberland, Toulouse, Green Thai Curry, Bronze Spicy Italian Sausage Silver 2012 & 2013 Cooked Ham on the Bone Gold 2013 Boneless Ham Bronze 2013 Middle Bacon Silver 2013 Shoulder Bacon Search out the nearest Pokeno Bacon to you, or search their website on-line for a wide array of popular delicious recipes.

Ph: +64 9 239 2086 Pukekohe Ph: +64 9 630 3875 Mt Eden Ph: +64 9 232 6612 Mercer Café Ph: 0800 Pokeno (Pokeno) www.pokenobacon.co.nz

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unique blend of friendly Irish ex-farmer and astute businessman, William draws on his thirteen years experience in the real estate industry to accurately ascertain the right marketing approach and method of sale for any property to achieve the best price possible.

With a wealth of experience both in his business and life, William is the type of man to have on your side when selling property. Always a consistent performer, William has been ranked in the top 25 salespeople for all of Barfoot & Thompson on three previous occasions; 2007-14th, 2010-23rd, 2011-16th. With a determination to go the extra mile and a hard working ethic, he is used to achieving top results. His quiet confidence, patience and good humour take the stress out of selling property. Always approachable, thorough and determined, he has a strong belief in integrity and good old fashioned values.

William believes that with good communication and pertinent information, clients will feel comfortable making the sort of big decisions involved when buying and selling property. His instinct for real estate is backed by in-depth knowledge of the market. His contact network is vast and much of his business comes from previous clients and customers.

While often challenging, his objective is always to strive to achieve the best possible price for vendors as well as making sure the process is pleasurable and stress free as he can possibly make it.

Call William today for all your Real Estate needs.

William Tyndall

Ph: +64 9 238 7477 www.barfoot.co.nz/w.tyndall

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Surrounded by farmland and new homes, and located in the popular Harrisville School zone, these will get snapped up fast. Buy at today’s market prices and get in now for the cream of the crop.

William Tyndall Mobile: 027 295 6356 Direct Dial: 09 238 7477

w.tyndall@barfoot.co.nz

www.barfoot.co.nz/503029

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Bend Your Body and Straighten Your Mind YOGA FOR ALL ABILITIES NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY NO APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED

2F Glasgow Road,Pukekohe Through glass doors, turn right and upstairs.

(09) 2392 423 | hotyogaasylimb@Xtra.co.nz www.hotyogaasylimb.co.nz

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ot Yoga Asylimb is a refuge, a quiet retreat and a sanctuary from the insane world that we sometimes live in. Residing in Pukekohe, Hot Yoga Asylimb is an independent studio that specializes in teaching Yoga in a heated room, with all classes being held in their purpose-built Hot Yoga studio.

A place for beginners right through to the experienced student, Hot Yoga Asylimb allows for students to safely and quickly gain the many benefits that hot yoga provides, including detoxification, de-stressing, weight control, increased fitness, flexibility, balance, patience, stamina, focus, strength and overall wellbeing.

Ph: +64 9 2392 423 www.hotyogaasylimb.co.nz

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Caring for your teeth is essential for your overall well being.

At Pukekohe Dental we pride ourselves in having state-of-the-art equipment to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all our patients. Now its within your reach to have the big, bright smile you have always desired

190 King St, Pukekohe, Auckland 09-238 6490 | www.pukekohedental.co.nz

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PADDLE FOR HOPE The third annual Paddle For Hope, a charity Stand Up Paddling Event raising money for breast cancer rehabilitation, takes place on Saturday 2nd November at Auckland’s Karanga Plaza outside the Viaduct Events Centre. Paddle For Hope is a fun event, a ‘pink festival’ on water. Four person’s teams compete in a relay race. All dressed in pink, each team member has to paddle once around a 600 m course before handing over their board and paddle to their next team member. To register your team (Fundraise and paddle) or if you want to donate to this great cause, please visit their website www.paddleforhope.co.nz

For more than a decade Alexandra Park has been serving exceptional, well prepared, quality produce to Aucklanders. The Alex Bar and Eatery prides itself on serving good kiwi cuisine in a warm, friendly and relaxed environment. To ensure quality is upheld Alexandra Park maintains close relationships with local suppliers and is committed to ‘keeping it local’.

The Alex has loads of flat screen TV’s for all the big sporting events. It is the perfect spot to watch the big game or catch up with friends over a couple of beers. From breakfast to late night appetizers we have a great range and are conveniently located in Greenlane. Open from 7am daily until late, 7 days a week.

Ph: +64 9 630 9714

BRACU RESTAURANT’S WOOD-FIRED MENU

Each Sunday Bracu head chef Michael Newlands prepares a unique menu showcasing fresh pickings from the Estate’s own gardens and Bracu’s new wood fired oven. The menu offers a chance to sample the very best that Bracu has to offer, changing each week. There is no better way to spend a Sunday in Springtime. Available from midday, bookings recommended as availability is strictly limited.

Contact: reservations@bracu.co.nz or call +64 9 236 1030.

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SleepDrops for Kids helps settle over stimulated children, reduce worry and gently aid sleep.

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Babu Merino Rib Blanket in Grey $135.00 Babu Ruffle Dress $24.95

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Jumping Beans

umping Beans Baby/Toddler Gym is an iconic, heritage New Zealand brand which has been delivering community based exercise classes for over 25 years.

We spoke to the co-founder of Jumping Beans, Sophie Foster.

coordination. Together with my former partner, Olympic athlete and Phys Ed teacher, we launched our first Jumping Beans class in Auckland in 1988 to develop physical literacy in the first 5 years of life when brain pathways are forming.

What is Jumping Beans all about?

Jumping Beans is an evidence based sensory-motor gym programme for babies and toddlers, designed to support brain development. Parents/caregivers who attend the popular weekly classes with their little Beans, actively participate in the classes and are able to see first hand the benefits to their children’s coordination and physical confidence.

What typically happens in a Jumping Beans Class?

Qualified instructors assist parents in teaching fundamental movement patterns including safety skills, balance, hand-eye coordination, ball skills and rhythmics. The classes are child-centered within a structure program.

Who came up with the idea of Jumping Beans?

As an early childhood music teacher, I knew that large muscle motor skill development preceded fine motor

What can children get out of Jumping Beans?

A recent study conducted by Massey University showed that attending Jumping Beans classes improved key safety skills in a group of infants aged 12-24 months. This reinforces the feedback we receive:

“The programme was not only of benefit to my (18 month) son but myself also. I learnt how to play effectively in ways that enabled him to take risks safely and try new activities.”

“Jumping Beans is the most informative and fun course I’ve come across for babies and children”.

What is your favourite part of your job?

I enjoy being a social entrepreneur in the Early Chidhood sector and feel privileged to work with a dedicated and passionate team of Jumping Beans licensees. I’m rewarded by their positive feedback such as ”I am so passionate about what we are doing, and the amazing difference we make... I’m so lucky that I look forward to my work every day and making a great positive impact on families.”

I am currently seeking the right team for international expansion. www.jumpingbeansgym.com

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Want Some Attention?

A good publicity photo can get you all the attention you need!

Deborah Delaney

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n interesting or high profile position often attracts interest from the media. If a journalist called you today would you have a good photo to offer them? Would you want it published?

Most people wouldn’t. In fact three out of four business people produce poor quality photos or none at all. Publicity photos are a modern business necessity – an essential tool to portray the right image for you and your company. And yet, very few people have a good professional photo on file.

PR doyen Deborah Delaney of DGA Ltd has some reassuring news. “There’s a great photo of everyone just waiting to be taken!”

Deborah has been showing her clients in the best light for many years, and now offers a professional photography package.

Working with experienced photographers and stylists, the DGA team produces polished professional corporate images. Whether it’s a studio portrait of the MD or a workplace shoot of the entire team, they take care of

everything – hair, makeup, wardrobe advice and location.

“It’s a relaxed, fun experience and our clients are always delighted with the results.

They’re also surprised at how often they use their fresh, updated images – websites, social media, newsletters, media releases – the opportunities are endless.” And journalists agree that a great photo makes it easier to get a story published. A good photo can heighten your credibility and increase your ‘likeability’.

Deborah adds, “Everyone loves a good photo of themselves, but the thought of going through the process is often daunting.

We make the whole exercise enjoyable, and the results are incredibly satisfying – for everyone.”

Deborah is the Director of DGA Limited, an Auckland based publicity, PR and event management company.

Ph: +64 9 522 6755 Email: deborah@dgaltd.co.nz www. dgaltd.co.nz

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Commoners Raw Crew Neck L/S Tee (Stripe) $129.00 Beach Shorts (Natural) $139.00 www.commoners.co.nz

NIVEA MEN 3-IN-1 Energy and Cool Kick Shower Gels 250ml $4.87 each. www.nivea.co.nz

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Urban Urban Clothing Clothing Queenstown store Detour Urban Clothing is one of New Zealand’s leading retail destinations. Owner Mike Collins is freshly back from touring some of the worlds most fashionable cities like Paris and Barcelona and says the stores expansion into super brands like G-Star and Superdry has increased the international range on par with what is being worn on the European streets.

“Everywhere you look in Europe, men and women are impeccable dressed and they are all wearing the very latest collections from the brands we have in store. We have stocked Diesel for a number of years and it was exciting to spot it on the street – they really know how to wear it well.”

With G-Star exclusive to Detour Urban Clothing in Queenstown, Mike says interest has grown dramatically.

“We are a specialist denim store and have been selling the G-Star denim range for 12 months now and our customers cannot get enough of this brand.

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e is a Judge of labour law And he sitteth on the Bench.

“By thy long grey beard and glittering eye, Whyfore thou sackst this wench?”

The Judge had ris’ upon the right, A life in Auckland three,* But on elevation to the bench Remmers.

Off to the left went he. *Aucklanders will knoweth this as meaning Epsom.

“Your business doors were opened wide, You were bringing in the loot.

But off you went and ruined things By giving her the boot.”

The rapacious boss here beat his breast, Yet he cannot choose but hear.

And thus spake on that learned Judge.

Appeals? He had no fear.* *Appeals on matters of fact are not possible.

“The financial crisis came and you Were tyrannous and strong.

‘Take a cut in pay, or else, You won’t work here for long.”

“With breaking back and muscles sore, Without respite, you worked her more And flogged her on the factory floor.

And downwards bent her head As she worked fast, loud roared the blast Of hateful things you said.”

“The stress was here, the stress was there, The stress was all around, It cracked and growled, and roared and howled, The ERA so found.”

“At length did cross a Union rep, Thorough the lines he came.

As he had been a Christian soul, They hailed him in God’s name”.

“He called for strikes they ne’er had set, And strong and strong they grew.

‘Til the boss did snap with a thunderclap, And the Unionist steered them through”.

“And snap you did, the grossest act, In search of power like Faustus.

You listened to the EMA And handed her her notice”.

“Not dim or red, and with God at head, The EMA ecstatic.

They all averred you’d calmed the herd And saved yourself a pinprick.

T’was right, said they, to save the day, By weeding out a maverick.”

“A fair breeze blew, inspired anew, Profits up times three, The 90 days was almost up No sign of enemy.”

“The 90th day did come, o Lord, With no claim of defeasance,* But then you were served (and well-deserved), With the worker’s personal grievance.” *A claim must be madeth within 90 days of the act.

“On top of that, the Union chap To make the point, I think, Called out the troops to a picket line And took you to the brink.”

“Day after day, day after day, They struck, no work, no motion; As idle as a painted ship Upon a painted ocean.”

“Product, product everywhere The Union did not blink, Product, product everywhere, The cash reserves did shrink.”

“Your bank accounts, through utter drought, Were withered at the root; You could not spend, it was as if You had been robbed of loot.”

“Ah! Well-a-day! what evil looks From family, old and young!

No more praise, the blame for this About your neck was hung.”

The Judge now rose, his seat he left Afore them all stood he.

And he went out, off to the right, To have a cup of tea.* *Here, the learned Judge returneth to his Bench.

“There passed a weary time. Each day Cut off by the throng.

You looked inside your weary soul And denied that you were wrong.

When looking out along the street, A speck, a force you saw.

It moved and moved and took at last, The shape of SG Law. “’See see (you cried), I knew they’d come Simply Gruesome are my lawyer.’

And they assailed the picketers: ‘We act for this employer.’”

“I have to say”, the Judge he said, “I’ve really done my dash.

Judgment for the worker girl.

Give her a wad of cash.”

The end.

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NZ and Australian Racing Events NZ THOROUGHBRED OCTOBER Saturday 26 October Wellington Guineas Raceday, Trentham Racecourse, Wellington: Wellington Guineas (Group 2) Thompson Handicap (Group 3) Wellesley Stakes (Listed) Saturday 26 October Holloway Builders Stakes / Christchurch Casino Spring Classic, Riccarton Park, Christchurch NOVEMBER Tuesday 5 November Sofitel Luxury Hotels Melbourne Cup Day, Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland Melbourne Cup Day, Otaki Racecourse, Otaki Mainland Air Melbourne Cup Day, Wingatui Racecourse, Dunedin Friday 8 November Rotorua Christmas at the Races, Arawa Park, Rotorua Saturday 9 November Sothys NZ 2000 Guineas Day, Riccarton Park, Christchurch: Sothys NZ 2000 Guineas (Group 1)

Sunday 22 December Rangiora Christmas at the Races, Rangiora Raceway, Christchurch

Friday 29 November Otaki Christmas at the Races, Otaki Racecourse, Otaki

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Saturday 30 November Wanganui Christmas at the Races, Wanganui Racecourse, Wanganui

Monday 28 October Ashburton Flying Stakes, Ashburton Raceway, Ashburton: Robilliards Showcase Jewellers Ashburton Flying Stakes (Group 2)

Thursday 26 December Interislander Summer Festival Westport Trots, Westport Racecourse, Westport

NOVEMBER

Friday 27 December Interislander Summer Festival Gore Trots, Gore Racecourse, Gore

Ellerslie Christmas at the Races; Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland: Eagle Technology Stakes DECEMBER Sunday 1 December Cromwell Christmas at the Races, Cromwell Racecourse, Cromwell Wednesday 4 December Pukekohe Christmas at the Races, Pukekohe Park Racecourse, Pukekohe, Auckland Friday 6 December Riccarton Park Christmas at the Races, Riccarton Park Racecourse, Christchurch Saturday 7 December Trentham Christmas at the Races, Trentham Racecourse, Wellington: Captain Cook Stakes (Group 1) Ellerslie Christmas at the Races, Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland Saturday 14 December Awapuni Christmas at the Races, Awapuni Racecourse, Palmerston North: Ezibuy Eulogy Stakes

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Tuesday 12 November Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup Day, Addington Raceway, Christchurch: Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup (Group 1), NRM Sires Stakes Final (Group 1) Friday 15 November Show Day Races, Addington Raceway, Christchurch: Woodlands NZ Pacing FFA (Group 1), Hellers Ltd Dominion Trotting Handicap Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland

Saturday 28 December Interislander Summer Festival Westport, Westport Racecourse, Westport Sunday 29 December Interislander Summer Festival Motukarara, Motukarara Racecourse, Christchurch Tuesday 31 December Free Family Fun Day, Alexandra Park, Auckland: Sires Stakes Fillies Final (Group 1)

Thursday 21 November Forbury Park Christmas at the Races, Forbury Park Raceway, Dunedin

AUSTRALIAN THOROUGHBRED

Friday 22 November Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland: Pak n’ Save Franklin Cup

Wednesday 16 October Caulfield, Melbourne: Schweppes 1000 Guineas (Group 1)

Friday 29 November Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland

OCTOBER

Saturday 19 October Caulfield, Melbourne: BMW Caulfield Cup (Group 1)

Te Rapa Christmas at the Races, Te Rapa Racecourse, Hamilton: Waikato Times Gold Cup, CAL ISUZU Stakes

Addington Christmas at the Races, Addington Raceway, Christchurch

Saturday 26 October Moonee Valley, Melbourne: Cox Plate (Group 1)

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Sunday 15 December Ellerslie Christmas at the Races, Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland

Thursday 5 December Cambridge Christmas at the Races, Cambridge Raceway, Cambridge

Monday 16 December Wingatui Christmas at the Races, Wingatui Racecourse, Dunedin

Friday 6 December Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland

Saturday 2 November Flemington, Melbourne: Victoria Derby (Group 1), MacKinnon Stakes (Group 1), Coolmore Stud Stakes (Group 1), Myer Classic (Group 1)

Tauranga Christmas at the Races, Tauranga Racecourse, Tauranga: Stella Artois Tauranga Stakes

Wednesday 18 December Matamata Christmas at the Races, Matamata Racecourse, Waikato

Tuesday 10 December Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland

Saturday 23 November DHL Counties Cup Day, Pukekohe Park, Pukekohe: DHL Counties Cup NRM/Auckland Thoroughbred Breeders Stakes

Thursday 19 December Otaki Christmas at the Races, Otaki Racecourse, Otaki

Thursday 12 December Addington Christmas at the Races, Addington Raceway, Christchurch

Awapuni Christmas at the Races, Awpauni Racecourse, Palmerston North

Thursday 26 December The New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival – Boxing Day Races, Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland: Zabeel Classic (Group 1)

Friday 13 December Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races, Alexandra Park, Auckland: Rosslands Queens of Hearts (Group 1)

Sunday 24 November Te Rapa Christmas at the Races, Te Rapa Racecourse, Hamilton

Interislander Summer Festival Wingatui, Wingatui Racecourse, Dunedin

Wednesday 13 November Ladies Day and Coupland’s Bakeries Mile, Riccarton Park, Christchurch Saturday 16 November Christchurch Casino NZ Cup & NZ Bloodstock 1000 Guineas Day, Riccarton Park, Christchurch: NZ Bloodstock 1000 Guineas (Group 1) Christchurch Casino 150th NZ Cup (Group 3)

Wednesday 27 November Thames Christmas at the Races, Thames Racecourse, Thames 98

Saturday 14 December Addington Christmas at the Races, Addington Raceway, Christchurch Friday 20 December Addington Christmas at the Races, Addington Raceway, Christchurch

Tuesday 5 November Flemington, Melbourne: Emirates Melbourne Cup (Group 1) Thursday 7 November Flemington, Melbourne: Crown Oaks (Group 1) Saturday 9 November Flemington, Melbourne: Patinack Farm Classic (Group 1), Emirates Stakes (Group 1) Saturday 23 November Ascot, Perth: Winterbottom Stakes (Group 1) AUSTRALIAN HARNESS NOVEMBER Saturday 30 November Menangle , Sydney: Miracle Mile (Group 1)

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You are invited to catch the sporting action and exhilaration of each race in comfort and style with one of the many hospitality packages tha¬t allow you to recognise and reward staff, celebrate an occasion or simply enjoy the company of friends and family in a stylish environment and fun atmosphere. This is your chance to entertain clients and network with others all the while enjoying the food, beverages, style and excitement that feature New Zealand’s best Standardbred racehorses.

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Come play at the only night racing venue in Auckland during the festive season at Alexandra Park! From premiere dining options at Top of The Park to a more casual and relaxed experience at The Alex Bar and Eatery on the ground floor, the choice is yours to enjoy.

Admission is free for the public or you can enjoy the trackside hospitality packages on offer which include eight different dining rooms to choose from so there is something for everyone!

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If you want to dress to impress, then Christmas at the Races is perfect as with all hospitality packages at Alexandra Park you will enjoy a glass of bubbles upon arrival, access to the official after party with a live band and a $4 bet for each person. Christmas at the Races is perfect for work dos. But, if you are looking for something a bit more relaxed where you can come with the family, then The Alex is for you! All options feature great food and attentive service in a friendly environment. You will want to be amongst it all this festive season at Alexandra Park! Don’t forget admission, parking and race books are FREE!

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A great mix of entertainment, sport and hospitality makes for a very special occasion not to be missed. The famous Christmas at the Races hospitality packages are renowned for being the best and easiest to organise corporate parties. Plus Christmas at the Races at Alexandra Park is free – free general admission, free parking and free race book for everyone.

WHAT ABOUT NON RACE NIGHT FUNCTIONS? Alexandra Park Function Centre has eight different function rooms to cater for 10-1000 guests.

Alexandra Park has a range of non-race day options from the Christmas Cocktail and Canapés option or a Kiwi BBQ to the Ultimate Package. We also offer a fabulous Christmas Day Lunch Option (25th December). With theming and beverage packages the team at Alexandra Park will make organising your event easy and hassle free.

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Sothys New Zealand 2000 Guineas Day

The highest level of thoroughbred racing on show, with off-field entertainment to match.

A day for all the family. Entry $15. Gates open 10am.

• Neo Natal Charity Fashion Luncheon • Fashion and Music throughout the day from the Birdcage bar area • A big screen on course – tune your radio to 107.5FM to listen • Grand National Lawn Reserved Car Parks at $100 • Pre-order a Multi Pack: entrance to members stand, Balmerino luncheon, race book and first drink for just $55.

LADIES DAY - Wednesday 13 November Coupland’s Bakeries Mile

ENJOY THE DAY EVEN MORE WITH A RICCARTON PARK HOSPITALITY PACKAGE A range of our popular hospitality options remain, including our Mini Marquee packages.

Contact Kym on 336 0055 or kym@riccartonpark.co.nz for details.

• Grand National Reserved Car Parks (9th & 13th only) • Carriage Paddock Reserved Car Parks (16th only) For reserved car parks book online, or for enquiries contact Alison on 336 0000 or alison@riccartonpark.co.nz

Fun, fashion, glamour and action. Truly a day for the girls with on-course competitions, live music, entertainment, and lots of pampering. An event for all ages. Entry $15. Gates open 10am.

• Fashion and Music throughout the day from the Birdcage bar area • Kidz Kartz Novelty Race • A big screen on course – tune your radio to 107.5FM to listen • Grand National Lawn Reserved Car Parks at $100 • Pre-order a Multi Pack: entrance to members stand, Balmerino luncheon, race book and first drink for just $55.

CUP DAY - Saturday 16 November

Christchurch Casino 150th NZ Cup & NZ Bloodstock 1000 Guineas Day

The ultimate day at the races. Regarded as the social event of the year.

Car Park Parties a feature. An R18 event. Entry $30. Gates open 9am.

• The ticket sales are capped so pre-purchase now to avoid disappointment • “Fashion In The Field” in association with Millennium Hotels and Resorts from the Birdcage Bar catwalk (commences 12noon) • Two big screens on course - tune your radio to 107.5FM to listen • Carriage Paddock Reserved Car Parks at $125 • Pre-order a Multi Pack: entrance to members stand, Balmerino luncheon, race book and first drink for just $110.

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Inject New Colours & Patterns into Your Home this Season

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pringtime always offers the opportunity for a fresh approach to Interiors, a time to inject new patterns and colour into the home while looking ahead to the warmer months.

On trend this spring and summer are geometric prints and abstract florals in bright citrus shades creating a new movement from traditional summer stripes. Vibrant pinks continue to take centre stage throughout summer as well.

Whites will always play an important role over summer and continue to make a beautiful statement in the bedroom. White bedlinens make an excellent base where the mood of a bedroom can be altered quickly

each season with the use of throws, covers, cushions and lamps.

We love Harrowset Hall’s designer bedlinens. Their gorgeous range of products and experienced team are always guaranteed to help you select the right fabrics and accents for your home. They have an all encompassing website at www.harrowsethall. com and two designer ‘Go To’ stores in Newmarket/Auckland and Dunedin. They were recently featured in the New York Times as the ‘place to visit’ when searching for special items in the bedroom. We love their new Blue Bell Gray bedlinens in store now!

Statement pieces of furniture are a great way to infuse colour and texture into

living spaces without over doing it. Trinity Interior Design offers thoughtful ways to contemporise spaces with ease. They have a stunning array of new modern fabrics on offer for the summer months. Outdoor spaces can be freshened with bright chairs and cushions. Bright outdoor beanbags continue to be popular for kids, creating a casual and fun ambience for everyone, whether it’s at your beach house or permanent residence.

Here’s to the long summer months ahead, extended daily savings in New Zealand, and lots of colour for Spring and Summer!

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Trinity Interior Design Right on Trend for Spring Project by Trinity Interior Design

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t the beginning of spring, Owner and Director Nicole McKenzie of Trinity Interior Design, Designer Catherine Huckerby, and Eye Magazine sat down together over elderflower sodas at the Trinity Showroom in Takapuna to discuss what’s on-trend for spring and summer!

The major theme this season, carrying through the entire home, is the use of block colour in bright and bold shades. Interior trends flow through from fashion off the catwalks and this is certainly true for spring and summer. Many people love using colour in the home but are unsure exactly how to go about it. This season there are two main options for injecting colour into a room. The first and safest method is to use tonal colours; ie. complimentary colours from the same colour group. The second method is to use clashing colours. It really depends on how bold you want to be, explains Interior Designer Catherine.

Specific colours for spring are neon brights coming straight from the European runway. Look for strong limes, bright yellows and tangerines. Aqua and emerald are also on-trend for spring and work really well for colour blocking. Grey is the strongest neutral colour at the moment and makes a great combination with lime green!

When applying strong colour to walls, use high pigmented paints that have unique depth of colour. Porter’s Paints offer a wonderful selection in punchy colours which will translate to a deep vibrancy of colour within the room.

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The best starting point is to look at a room as a whole, and plan where to place your block colour. A traditional method of injecting colour is to paint a feature wall but colour can also be applied in more creative ways such as small blocks of colour between bookshelves, on a door, and hanging fabric on the wall. Colour can also be used with bright upholstery on chairs and through rugs. For a more seasonal approach, look to place colour with cushions, lampshades, vases and fresh flowers which offers a more economical approach, especially if you are wanting to change the colour and tones on a regular basis.

Catherine explains that bright colours work best when placed around other neutral pieces and shades, and work particularly well with whites and grey.

Another hot new trend for spring is the use of abstract and geometric fabrics. They can be bold enough to stand in a room alone with simple neutral colours, or they can be used to complement bold prints and colours. You can clash different patterned fabric together using small and large scale designs but keep the colour tones similar.

Or juxtapose graphic pattern fabrics on traditional frame chairs.

Designers Guild fabrics from the United Kingdom are very popular at the moment, as are vintage patchwork rugs from Artisan. Nicole explains that many suppliers are providing product with colour and being quite bold about it. This is also flowing through to soft furnishings with geometric fabrics and artwork.

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usiness Owner Nicole McKenzie of Trinity Interior Design and designer Catherine Huckerby caught up with Eye’s lifestyle writer Andrea Bruce to discuss what’s “in” for 2013 winter season!

1920s Inspiration 1920s deco is very popular at the moment with much inspiration having come from the recent release into cinemas of The Great Gatsby. Catherine says “the 1920s were very modern and well ahead of their time encompassing glamour, luxury, opulence and eclectic styles. She explains that using some 1920s elements as a base and then designing around that works well. For example, a patterned rug makes a fantastic focal point as there were stunning patterns that came out of the 1920s era.

Nicole McKenzie

Dressing Rooms Walk-in dressing rooms are also on trend at the moment. They are being tailor-designed for individuals as spaces that can be used for both dressing and wardrobes. Everything is on display and has a specific place.

Designs are practical and thoughtful with a natural Artisan Rugs Porters Paints flow from the bedroom through to the dressing room. By designing dressing rooms that are spacious, you can incorporate a central or select from the wide range of furniture currently ottoman or dressing table, creating another usable available space. in different colours. Mix and match different coloured chairs at your table for aand freshBedheads and vibrant look in the dining room, or opt for Bedding statement pieces such as furniture’ dipped colour. and Customised bed heads are‘hard a great way to partially add some extra in glamour Furniture with accents of colour is right on trend this spring. detail to a bedroom. “Button bead heads are particularly popular at the bedroom, bright of colour can fabrics be easily injected with a theInmoment.

You can havepops fun with different and heights” says group of cushions and throws that add multi-dimension to the room.

Catherine.

ThisLayering is quick and easy and also works really well with white duvets and of bed linens adds beauty to a bedroom.

Popular neutral headboards and furniture. items at the moment include silk quilts for winter warmth with For thetrimming outdoor area, consider powder coated furniture gorgeous for winter warmth, velvet cushions, andwhich wears well outside.

Also perfect for outdoors are fairly inexpensive monogrammed bed linens for added opulence. stackable coloured chairs. Bold colours and abstract/geometric patterns on fabrics will also provide a ‘fresh spring’ look that is much Winter Colour more interesting than the Colours for the winter are classic rich andstripe. moody with a warm feel and include To sharpen your home for spring, toblues, one ofcharcoals the experienced shades inspired by nature. Think deeptalk inkie and bronze professional Interior Designers at Trinity Interior Design. velvets. Timbers floors are dark with accents of white onDesigning the walls to spaces the home is a personal process and youwalls are in athe very lift the within richer colours.

Caterine explains that feature rich dark best hands with Nicole and her team.

Trinity has successfully built colour will add glamour to a room. a strong reputation as a ‘Go To’ business for delivering large-scale interior design projects. Trinity attracts both local clients as well as Lighting many off-shore clientsforundertaking projects in New Zealand.

Lights are important changing the moodbased of a space at night-time and adding an evening perspective. Pendant lights are quite beautiful and will add to the look and feel of the room.

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Bringing Affordable European Kitchens to New Zealand

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ye Magazine caught up with Jakub Malinowski of Kitchen Cabinets & Stones Ltd to learn about his quality European kitchens that come without the hefty price tag. Jakub set up Kitchen Cabinets in New Zealand some years ago after identifying a gap in the market. People love the quality of European kitchens but not everyone can afford the prices usually associated with them.

Kitchen Cabinets offer the perfect design solution – high quality kit-set kitchens imported directly from Kitchen Cabinet’s factory in Europe. The kitchens are fantastic for DYI people, easy to assemble, and come flat packed so they can be sent anywhere in New Zealand.

Features include: adjustable feet, stainless steel handles, Italian-made hinges, and MDF thermal wrapped doors. Kitchen Cabinets also design and make custom-built kitchens, perfect for accommodating different heights or spaces in a kitchen. They have a wide range of options for bench tops including stone, granite and laminated.

As kitchen designers, they understand how a kitchen works.

They will work with your family’s lifestyle, interests in cooking and entertainment, and discuss your needs and goals, appliance integration, and budget. A new kitchen is an excellent investment in the home, whether it is a remodel or a completely new kitchen. They can assist with layout, choice of materials, and how the room will look and function. They have the ability to create a warm, pleasant, 16

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interesting kitchen design, at the same time solving practical problems such as storage capacity, accessibility, functionality, ventilation and lighting.

In addition to supplying New Zealanders with practical yet stylish kitchen options, Kitchen Cabinets also exports off-shore. Visit the experienced Kitchen Cabinets team at their Albany showroom to view a selection of on-site custom and kit-set kitchens.

Ph: +64 9 414 4903 www.kitchencabinets.co.nz

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THE HOUSE THAT EYE BUILT

The House that Eye Renovated

Laminex Melteca Kitchen

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ye Magazine’s central city office renovations have continued this quarter. We are excited to write about the companies who have helped work on this project.

Fisher and Paykel introduce the next generation of Fisher and Paykel Active ActiveSmart™ fridges. Introducing new water dispenser styling with an even cleaner look and a simplified interface, an Ice Boost function and SmartTouch™ controls on the inside front of the fridge at your fingertips.

Combining these with already great design features mean these fridges are now an even better match with Fisher & Paykel’s family of kitchen appliances, as well as lifestyle.

They come in sizes to suit many kitchens and families, and are still powered by classleading ActiveSmart™ technology. For more

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information visit: www.fisherpaykel.com Knobs and Knockers is the one stop shop for designer architectural hardware.

They pride themselves in having the most comprehensive range of local and European door and window fittings, cabinet knobs, bathroom accessories and Italian wrought iron. They have fitted all the handles for Eye Magazine’s new kitchen. Located in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, visit one of their showrooms when you next have an Interiors project or take a look at their comprehensive website at www. knobsnknockers.co.nz Laminex New Zealand has recently introduced 14 new design-leading decors to the Laminex HPL range, including the new Spark finish. The Spark finish adds depth and stylish shimmer to stone patterns and

brings solid colours to life as the light flickers across the surface. Its striking realism evokes the natural beauty of sparkling quartz grains embedded in stone and, to add intrigue, the stunning effect varies in appearance depending on which angle the light hits it. The exciting new Spark finish comes in Black, Polar White and Onxy Cluster.

The new Spark finish adds an exciting subtle effect to create a design-leading look. New striking solids, Purely Purple and Jalapeno will make a statement in any interior, from a large open space to a compact interior that demands attention.

The warm grey of Stipple Smoke or beige of Avenue and Pavement are ideal new neutrals to accompany crafted woodgrains, such as the washed Bleached Wenge, Whitewashed Oak or Washboard. The warmer undertones

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of Domain can also be teamed with the new neutrals to create a sophisticated interior.

The subtle linear pattern of Scribe adds a new elemental abstract, designed to be standalone accent decors or complement other decors in the Laminex Colour Palette.

With a total of 144 decors, the Laminex Colour Palette provides designers of residential or commercial spaces and homeowners with the perfect solution for their interior horizontal and vertical surface needs including benchtops, doors, and more. Laminex forms part of the Laminates and Panels division of Fletcher Building Projects Ltd. They are New Zealand’s trusted business partner for decorative surfaces and panel products offering expert knowledge and exceptional value to customers. View online at www.laminex.co.nz.

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The Fabric of Life At Atelier Textiles, fabrics are the lifeblood of decorating and become treasured heirlooms to be passed down the generations.

Interior by Gilly Baillie

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hen you set foot in the Atelier Textiles showroom in Auckland’s Mount Eden, the visual feast immediately sets the heart beating faster. The creative potential is palpable.

As New Zealand’s leading boutique importer of the world’s finest luxury furnishing brands and with over 30,000 fabrics and wallpapers to choose from, the space can at first seem daunting. But the choice and array of options is quickly whittled down to identify your ideal aesthetic when you speak to one of the friendly experts on the floor.

Owner Rebecca Bowering explains, “Atelier means workshop or working studio.

This is what we are and want to be for those decorating their homes. People can speak to our experts, engage one of our interior design consultants, browse and be inspired.

It soon becomes apparent the direction and style that suits. We are here to help that process.”

Rebecca says the process is incredibly rewarding, and fun too, “We help our clients create their ultimate interiors. We guide and identify what they truly love, so that their choices continue to inspire them for years to come.”

“We are about creating heirlooms of the future. In Europe, textiles, curtains, furnishings and loose covers are treasured and passed down the generations. This is not only very special, but environmentally friendly too. Our clients leave with lifelong fabrics and pieces that they’ll love forever.”

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Atelier do, it seems natural that the path that connected civilizations and cultures across the world was called the Silk Road. Textiles have throughout history been at the centre of trade, society and human life, connecting people throughout the ages.

Today, Atelier Textiles is continuing that tradition by bringing the world’s finest luxury furnishing brands to New Zealand. Founded more than 30 years ago, Atelier is now, as it was then, the leader in its field.

The power of textiles to transform is evident at Atelier, “Even just a set of new, exquisite cushions or a new loose cover for your sofa can completely revamp a space,” says Rebecca.

“But it’s crucial to talk to our experts and interior design consultants. Even if it’s just for a few hours. People make expensive mistakes choosing furnishings that aren’t right for their lifestyles or aren’t really what they want. It ends up costing more in the long run.”

One such interior design consultant is Gilly Baillie. With a strong technical background, an eye for creating spaces that are striking in their simplicity and easy to live in, as well as an understanding that the devil is in the detail, Gilly has been helping clients create exceptional interiors around New Zealand for many years. “I am one of those lucky people given the opportunity to make my passion my work and my life. It’s a privilege to be trusted to help a client realise an interior concept that will truly reflect who they are and how they live,” explains Gilly. “I adhere strongly to the belief that they do, for the most part, have a strong idea of the look they are seeking and my contribution is to help

them formulate those ideas into a workable design and then to ensure that it is delivered to the highest quality.”

Gilly has developed a niche expertise for interiors in the super yacht industry. She says the technical constraints that arise out of yacht construction or specific environments serve to hone the perfect design solution.

She says Atelier Textiles is integral to her success in formulating a new scheme. “I turn up with a vision in mind, a feeling or a mood I want to create and they seem to be able to instantly produce a vast selection of workable options that I can combine and create with.”

Gilly admits herself that the textile industry and how to apply it to enliven your own spaces can be daunting. But with Atelier Textiles on hand, the process of discovery is made easy. “I liken it to opening a beautiful paint box with fresh brushes in hand and a clean canvas in front of me. There are very few cities in the world where one has the luxury of the very best of the world’s fabrics, created by the very best editeurs in the world, all collected together under one roof.”

Working with experts like Gilly means your interior ideas and goals will most certainly be attained, adds Rebecca Bowering. Equally, projects can be turned around quickly, or can span a number of years or even a lifetime. “Consultants provide the practical and technical advice needed to apply fabrics wisely and with flair. A relationship between a client and the consultant can span many, many years and can be long term and future focused.

“People often don’t understand this about interior design. Cost can also then

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be spread out to make your interior dreams more affordable. It’s also an investment, not short-term, quick fads or fixes.”

For Rebecca, it’s about bringing the history and legacy of fabrics as art to New Zealand homes and interiors. Cushions, bedheads, stools and ottomans lend themselves well to the most luxurious fabrics. The idea is that in applying such fabrics, these items will become antiques of the future explains Rebecca, “These items are for keeps and that’s the most satisfying result of all.”

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t the heart of all Fisher & Paykel washing machines, is the ability to sense and respond to each load in an intelligent way. It’s called SmartDrive™ Technology. The combination of a direct drive motor with smart electronics and simple mechanics means our washing machines can sense each load, use less water and run with less moving parts. Resulting in better clothes care for you and your family.

New SmartDrive™ Front Loaders

SmartDrive™ Top Loaders

World-first SmartDrive™ Technology is reengineered for Fisher & Paykel’s new Front Loader range. By combining smart electronics with vector control and a direct drive motor, the need for a belt and pulley is removed and the motor constantly provides feedback to the computer controlling the tumble and spin action, the result is a quieter, quicker and more reliable product.

The WashSmart™ top loading washing machines are designed for those who like fingertip control, without getting their hands dirty. With five wash cycles, including three new cycles specifically designed to suit the needs of Australasian families and three options: Eco, Soak and Quick Wash. Automatic temperature sensing and water level sensing ensure a more effective wash.

For more information on Fisher & Paykel’s Laundry products, please visit www.fisherpaykel.com

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DESIGNER HOME Artwood Columbus Armchair in Kubu Grey $895.00 www.loftdesign.co.nz

Russell Hobbs Perfect Toast $249.99

Vintage Love Aqua Solar Light $95.00 www.vintagelove.co.nz

WMF Function 4 Cookware set $1195.00 Available at The Scullery, Kerikeri 3 Fairway Drive, Kerikeri Ph: 09 407 9500

Lisa Sarah Eco-friendly Premium NZ Steel Artwork. www.lisasarah.com

Christina Re Teacup and Saucer $39.90 www.cravehome.co.nz

Atelier Textiles Manuel Canovas Candle $160.00

Nelson and Co Palm Beach Collection Soy Wax Candles, with 10 fragrances to choose from. $49.95

Bamboo Lanterns from The Fairy Light Shop $75.00 per set www.thefairylightshop.com

Nelson and Co. Ottoloom Towels made from Certified Organic Handloomed Turkish Cotton. $64.95

Gerorge Forman Mix and Go $79.99

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design for real life

CleanSmart™ has been designed with New Zealand families in mind. Its huge 10kg capacity means less loads to do the laundry, and 4 Star Water and Energy Ratings, make it one of the most energy efficient washers on the market.

CleanSmart™ takes clothes care to a whole new level.

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Hot Spring Spas NZ – Leading The Way In Health & Wellbeing

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ew Zealand spa business ‘Hot Spring Spas NZ’ is taking centre stage in the local spa pool market. Recently awarded International Dealer of the Year 2012, they are forging the way amongst mainstream spa users with their premium brand and what has traditionally been a luxury end product.

Hot Spring Spas has long been regarded as the Rolls Royce of spa pools but is now experiencing tremendous success with its low and mid range lines, offering contemporary and striking designs with their graceful curves, appearance, and superior built-in sound systems.

Quite apart from the beautiful designs however, is the fact that a Hot Spring Spa will do wonders for your health & wellbeing. Enjoy the benefits of their three key elements; heat, buoyancy and massage.

They will work in synergy to soothe and relax your body at the end of a busy work day. Immersion in the hot water raises your body temperature causing blood vessels to dilate and increase circulation.

The buoyancy of the water reduces body weight which then relieves pressure on joints and muscles, creating the relaxing sensation of weightlessness. Additionally, a Hot Spring Spa can provide sustained

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relief from arthritis, diabetes, insomnia and general body aches, all from the privacy of your own backyard!

But the best part about a Hot Spring Spa is that it is 100% Energy Smart. Its State-of-the-Art features have been uniquely designed to save money. Energy savings are driven by a superior foam-filled build, customfit insulated spa pool covers, advanced heat controllers, a SmartJet system, hydraulically efficient plumbing, and LED interior lighting.

Incorporating a Hot Spring Spa into your home environment is quick and simple. Your local dealer will provide you with all the support and guidance you need to install and operate your new spa. You can then sit back, relax, and enjoy the many health benefits associated with spa ownership.

With some serious research and development behind the brand, it’s no wonder that Hot Spring Spas are the world’s number one selling portable spa pool. Look no further than a Hot Spring Spa for your premium quality spa pool purchase.

Ph: 0800 468 777 www.hotspring.co.nz

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Beautiful Bathrooms with Laminam Porcelain Tiling with a Difference

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iles have been used for centuries as a decorative surface, both inside and outside buildings. Porcelain tiles have some key differences from normal glazed ceramic tiles.

Manufactured in Italy, Laminam has all the traditional strength and durability of a high quality porcelain tile. Laminam comes in an extremely diverse colour range: in solid colours, patterns, woodgrains, stone, gloss and metallic. 24 colours available in New Zealand, with a further 60+ colours available if required.

Laminam has all the traditional benefits of a porcelain tile, but in a very large panel of 3000x1000mm and yet only 3.5mm thick and very lightweight (only 7kg/m2) making it perfect for bathroom renovations. The large panel size not only gives a very clean crisp look to the bathroom but it also means that there are significantly less grout joins than traditional tiles. Grout lines are often the most difficult part of a bathroom to keep clean but Laminam panels eliminate 80% of the grout joins - and we all want to spend less time cleaning our bathrooms don’t we?

Being just 3.5mm thick means that Laminam tiles can be laid over existing tile surfaces in some cases, so renovating your bathroom couldn’t be easier. The old tiles do not need to be removed, which saves time, noise and mess. The old tiles need only

Laminam Oxide Avorio, Laminam Oxide Perla & Laminam Oxide Nero

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Laminam Oxide Perla & Laminam Oxide Nero

to be cleaned, primed, and then Laminam can be glued over the top to provide a total bathroom refresh.

Laminam is a full body porcelain tile, which means that the performance and colour of the tile goes right through the entire body of the tile – it doesn’t rely on a thin glazing or coating to provide water resistance. This means that even when the surface of a full body porcelain tile is chipped, the water resistance, stain resistance, and even the colour, is not affected making

for a long lifespan. Porcelain tiles also use very high quality raw materials, and have a certified water absorption of less than 0.5%.

Laminam’s average water absorption is 0.1% so it’s extremely high quality.

So if you’re looking to update your bathroom with ease and create a clean crisp finish that’s easy to maintain and looks amazing – Laminam could be just what you’ve been looking for. www.laminam.co.nz

large surfaces Built to last, Laminam features extraordinary strength, durability and flexibility

The revolutionary large format ceramic panels offer innovative solutions for interior applications. With the natural strength of a full body porcelain tile, Laminam makes a perfect easy clean choice for bathrooms – without the downside of having dirty grout lines to clean.

For a colour brochure please call 0800 99 99 39.

For more information visit www.laminam.co.nz.

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New CAMILLA Collection - ‘Hydra’ Custom Made 100% NZ Wool Handtufted Rugs Visit our showroom for our ever changing design collections www.designerrugs.co.nz

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New CAMILLA Collection – ‘Tang’ Exploding with colour, the CAMILLA rug collection adds an exciting new element to the CAMILLA World, her fashion and lifestyle range.

With six designs in the collection, Camilla’s inspiration comes from her global wanderings through exotic destinations such as Marrakech, Japan and Formentera. These pieces are hand made with love and designed to be treasured.

The new CAMILLA collection is now available to view in our Auckland showroom.

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Ambiance Interiors With Company Director Andrew Price

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ye Magazine decided to head away from Newmarket’s high street to discover Ambiance Interiors tucked around the corner at 16 Railway Street. Located in a quieter part of town, it has developed a reputation as one of New Zealand’s top interior design stores. This is clearly a destination showroom that is worth visiting. Located inside a New York loft style building, you are instantly greeted by the eclectic array of interior products as you enter from the street. With dedicated showroom parking, this is designer shopping made easy.

Andrew Price, opened Ambiance Interiors back in 1988. He now works with customers and interior designers alike all over the country having become a ‘Go To’ person for

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interiors. Located upstairs from Ambiance, is Diva International. Diva compliments Ambiance with a trade and wholesale library of fabric samples, wallpapers, trims and more lighting. Customers can have furniture custom made in fabric from Diva, upstairs.

Sofas and cabinetry are made exclusively for Ambiance in Auckland or from their European design house associates in Europe.

Andrew chose to move into Interiors after spending time in Europe. He found there were limited interior choices compared to overseas so was inspired to set up shop himself. Together with Julie and Gail, the team of three, now regularly visit trade shows in Paris and London to keep ahead of interiors and bring new ranges back to New Zealand.

Eye Magazine asked Andrew to tell us about what’s on trend at the moment. With a bit of coaxing, we learnt that New Zealanders continue to play it safe with lots of neutral earthy palettes. Andrew mentioned lovely leather, raw oak and plain linens as popular textures. Ambiance has traditionally stocked many French country interior pieces, but has moved more into contemporary classic pieces in recent times.

Without wanting to give away too many of the business’s secrets, Andrew explains that many design ideas and trends come out of Spain and Holland. Paris is still the design capital of the world, but tends to be more traditional. The Spanish and Dutch take traditions and give them a modern twist –

stronger classic elements with clean lines.

This seems to work well for New Zealand with its many coastal areas, especially. They have stronger palettes of colour that are very real.

Asked about new products for Spring and Summer, Andrew explains that Ambiance will shortly be unloading two new container of interior products from Europe, products that have already been successfully product tested in New Zealand. He won’t quite divulge the contents of the container, so we will definitely be visiting this stunning destination showroom again soon to find out!

Ph: +64 9 523 2240 www.ambhome.com

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Kerikeri’s Orchid King

Charles Timm

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hen it comes to orchids, Charles Timm knows his stuff.

Nestled in behind the trees on his gorgeous Kerikeri property, sits a half-acre greenhouse and an endless assortment of breathtaking orchids. Editor Vanessa Green called in to get the skinny on orchids from the orchid king himself.

How did you get into Orchid growing?

I moved to New Zealand with a degree in Botany in 2003 and in order to obtain my residency I had to invest in a horticulture business. I have a love for growing so I decided to build an orchid business.

What is your favourite colour?

Definitely a new chocolate variety that I have, followed by a particularly amazing burgundy!

What is the most popular colour and how do you find exciting new colours?

My market is primarily the United States.

The favourite colours there are browns,

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oranges, reds and green with a red lip. Japan loves pastel colours. This diverse collection of dark colours is all the rage in the US and so this business is a boost for NZ exports. Many of my collection have been brought in as tissue culture from Australia.

How long does an Orchid take to grow and when is the optimum picking month?

Everything is very dependent on the variety. Orchids can be grown from tissue culture, back bulbs or splitting. If one purchases an agar jar of young orchids these will often take three to four years to reach flowering size. Splitting of larger plants will generally result in a small crop in year one and then normal cropping from year two and three onwards. When splitting, the old pseudobulbs may be used to produce more plants. These take about three years to generate a good-sized flowering plant. I grow intermediates, which tend to flower from May until October. The peak of the season is midJune until mid-August.

How long can cut orchids last and can I grow them easily in my own garden?

Cymbidium orchids are an amazing cut flower and if purchased fresh and not kept too hot they can last up to six weeks. The intermediates are not as large as the standard varieties and tend to have significantly more blooms. Many florists favour these. Plants definitely make an attractive addition to a garden if kept in dappled shade, well fed and are never allowed to sit with wet feet.

Cymbidiums hate being too wet and love ventilation. Many orchids live on trees and rocks and have a layer of velamen around the roots, which acts like super-absorbent blotting paper to take advantage of moisture and food as it becomes available.

On the basis that a successful Thai Restaurant is taking more and more of Charles’s time, anyone interested in this orchid business can contact him on: Ph: +64 9 407 8424 or 027 201 0203 charles@thetimmcorp.co.nz www.kerikerithai.co.nz

Spring Into Your Garden Eye Magazine’s Resident Landscape Designer Leigh Nicholson, tells us what to plant for Spring this year!

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pring is the perfect time to get your garden ready for outdoor entertaining so why not join the latest trend and use your vertical spaces to add a stunning display to a boring wall.

Hanging Gardens NZ provides a wonderful range of locally made products to brighten up your garden with an almost instant display that will make your friends green with envy!

Many plants are very easy to grow in vertical places and often do so in nature. Bromeliads are great for a splash of colour and give the garden a lush, tropical feel They require very little care or maintenance and are perfect in the shade. Combine bromeliads with any of the soft ferns such as the NZ native Asplenium bulbiferum, for a wonderful combination.

Strawberries need to go in soon, so find a sunny position in the vegetable garden or in your vertical garden and give them a liquid feed.

While it may be a little early for tomatoes and soft herbs like basil, it is never too early for other herbs such as parsley, thyme and oregano for the salad. For a few flowers, dahlias and lilies should go in now and for hanging gardens try trailing geraniums, petunias, lobelia or your favourite fuchsia. Give your fruit trees and roses a spray to prevent fungal disease and if you have a worm farm, dose your plants with worm tea and you will be well rewarded in the months to come. Whatever your preference, happy gardening!

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How to Drink Wine in Summer

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hill reds, choose low alcohol rieslings and add ice and a slice to bubbles, writes Joelle Thomson. Someone famous but anonymous once said be careful what you wish for, in case it comes true. In my case, a wish just did. This year the biggest wine company in New Zealand added riesling to its low alcohol, low calorie wine range, Flight.

There’s nothing flighty these wines. Chief winemaker Patrick Materman says riesling is the perfect fit for Brancott Estate Flight wines. It retains an intense taste, even with reduced alcohol. Most wine is 12.5% to 14.5% in alcohol. By making riesling with less than 10%, Materman is following the trail of the best German winemakers, who have always made low alcohol riesling – and theirs are among the great wines of the world. The best thing is the price.

These wines break the mould, but they don’t break the bank balance.

To read more from Joelle Thomson please visit: www.joellethomson.com

Main Divide Riesling 2011 $17.00 Match Made in Heaven

Kumeu River Village Chardonnay 2010 $19.99

Wooing Tree Chardonnay 2011 $30.00

Palliser Sauvignon Blanc 2012 $26.00

Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc 2012 $25.00

Drink with salted pistachios. North Canterbury is home to this fab riesling, which tastes like lemon and lime zest on speed. Winemaker Mat Donaldson has nailed it, packing intense taste into every flavour molecule. Widely available. www.maindivide.com

Brancott Estate Flight Riesling 2013 $27.00 Cool with Sorbet Drink chilled with lime sorbet. Super intense in taste, super low in alcohol and so refreshing. A must try.

Widely available.

Kees-Kieren Graacher Himmelreich Riesling 2011 $26.00 X-Factor White Germany is riesling HQ and where this beauty is made from grapes grown along the precariously steep banks of the Mosel River where the vines cling to the schist, soaking up the sun’s rays as they ripen into honeydew melon deliciousness. A taste sensation. From www.wineimporter.co.nz

Te Mata Estate Gamay 2013 $19.00-$20.00 Chill a Red Stash a bottle in the fridge for 20 minutes for X-factor and drink with crusty olive bread and good oil. Gamay is the grape that Beaujolais is made from and this local version is so soft and fruity, it suits being lightly chilled –20 minutes is perfect. www.temata.co.nz

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Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rose 2011 $27.50

Black Barn Rose 2012 $22.00

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A Touch of Austria in Marlborough Grüner Veltliner Wine Clive Jones, Nautilus Winemaker and Mike Collins, Nautilus Viticulturalist.

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rüner Veltliner, also known as Gruner, GruVee or simply GV, is the latest wine variety on everyone’s lips. Popular amongst New Zealand consumers and winemakers alike, it is the most prized varietal and signature white wine grape in Austria. These days, it features on every respected restaurant wine list around the world.

Grüner represents 50% of the new varietals planted in New Zealand over the last few years, with 80% of this having been planted in Marlborough where growing conditions favour the grape. Winemakers have shown a keen interest in the varietal and it has been described by industry leaders as ‘the way forward’.

Renowned wine expert Jancis Robinson says of Gruner: “As a confirmed Riesling enthusiast, I was slow to recognise Grüner Veltliner’s charms.

For a long time I thought of it as a poor second to the great Riesling in Austria’s wine lexicon. It took one of several significant blind tastings staged by Munich dentist and fine wine merchant Jan Paulson of www. rare-wine.com to convince me that Grüner Veltliner was truly a great grape variety. It was

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an audacious exercise. In each case a panel of renowned wine tasters was invited to taste a range of top Austrian Grüner Veltliners mixed, in flights arranged by age, with top Chardonnay-based wines made around the world. Best of all, we in London were allowed to choose the opposition, so it included such names as Montrachet, Corton Charlemagne, Leflaive and Ramonet. After the tasting I could hardly believe the results: seven of the top 10 places had been taken by Austrian wines, some Chardonnays but mainly Grüner Veltliners - but this was a result that replicated similar ones in the other, similar tastings.”

It is early days for the new varietal in New Zealand, but it is set to start popping up on the country’s best restaurant lists.

The variety shows exciting promise with attractive aromatics of white flower, spice and sometimes white pepper. The palate has a nice crunchy/chalky acidity which is quite different in style to a Sauvignon Blanc.

Grüner is supplied exclusively by Negociants New Zealand with a recommended retail of $29.00 per bottle.

Ph: +64 9 531 5222 www.negociantsnz.com

Springtime at Bracu

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Michael Newlands

ocated just thirty five minutes south of central Auckland in Bombay, lies Bracu Restaurant situated on 96 hectares of land and surrounded by a stunning countryside olive grove. It is the perfect spot for an afternoon of fine contemporary dining. Set in a magnificently refurbished Kauri Villa, you are instantly greeted by elegance and charm as you enter the estate, with secluded parking giving you an exclusive VIP feel. You immediately sense you have entered another world!

Head Chef is reputable Michael Newlands who is responsible for designing Bracu’s modern and seasonal menu. Newlands’ Curriculum Vitae boasts international experience from France, London and Australia where he has worked alongside world-renowned chefs. He has a fresh and innovative approach to food, skillfully selecting simple elements to create something magical. Newlands strongly believes in having a connection with the food he serves, an ideology that is emitted throughout his entire food preparation process, from garden to plate. Local producers and Bracu’s carefully tended vegetable gardens bring the reality of ‘garden to plate’, providing diners with the freshest of ingredients year round.

Heading into the warmer months, Bracu is excited about their new Wood-fired Oven and special Wood-fired Menu that changes weekly. Enjoy a special Sunday meal on the

gorgeous outdoor wrap-a-round verandah and experience Bracu’s divine wood-fired dishes such as: Harmony Organic Beef with Cabbage, Kale and Garlic, Terrine of Local Game with Mustard Chantilly, or Roasted Free Range Chicken. The dishes are sure to ignite your senses, captivate your palate and replenish your soul! And summer offers the perfect opportunity to spend more time dining outdoors!

Not far from the homestead and restaurant (and also on the Estate) lies the purpose built Bracu Pavillion which is used for weddings, conference and special events.

It is easy to see why this venue has become so popular. You feel as though you have been teleported to the Mediterranean with the backdrop of olive grove and beautiful romantic rolling hills.

The estate also offers Clay Target and Pistol Shooting, Archery and Knife Throwing led by Guy Ralph – the perfect activity for corporate team building or just an afternoon of exhilaration.

Bracu Restaurant will be present at the Taste of Auckland this November – the country’s premier Food & Wine Festival which celebrates five amazing years in 2013. Sample some of Bracu’s signature dishes at the glamorous festival, for a taste of their unique and exceptional cuisine.

Ph: +64 9 236 1030 www.bracu.co.nz reservations@bracu.co.nz

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Thai Hidden Treasure

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Karen Bevins

f you like fantastic food and good old fashioned service from happy staff, you’ve probably come to the right place – The Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant.

It can be a little hard to find as it is down a right of way at 237 Parnell Road, but we think once you have been once, the directions will become firmly fixed in your mind.

This little boutique restaurant started on the back of the 2009 Wall Street crash, but that didn’t stop its rapid rise in popularity with Parnell businesses, residents and neighbors alike. It is also becoming a must visit for local and overseas tourists, who find it through the many nice reviews available on the internet.

The restaurant is a great business meeting place for lunches from Tuesdays to Fridays.

The Thai cuisine is authentic, yet innovative with loads of fresh herbs and vegetables. The wine list is constantly being updated and has plenty of variety to suit most tastes at very competitive prices.

Open 7 nights, bookings are becoming

more and more essential as this restaurant becomes ever more popular. Inside the restaurant, seating is around 40 comfortably, in a lovely relaxing atmosphere. They also have a small balcony with heating and blankets draped over each chair, the balcony seating up to 12 people.

The Rugby World Cup may have slowed business for a few weeks like pretty much everywhere outside the Auckland City Centre, but owners Karen and Wayne are confidently expecting a far busier time as a result of Team New Zealand bringing the America’s Cup back to NZ in the near future – fingers crossed!

Karen Nungtaisong is the face behind the Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant and she is, together with her strong support team, the main reason for the success of this little restaurant. She really does put her heart into it and tries to ensure her support staff all offer exceptional customer service.

Ph: +64 9 358 3095 www.blueelephant.co.nz

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A Café Amidst the Bustle

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it amid the busy complex adjacent to Vector Arena is a smartly outfitted café with a difference. Step into 1920s Café for a few moments of nostalgia while enjoying a modern and reasonably priced menu.

Perfect at anytime of the day, 1920s Café is only a stone’s throw from the arena, Beach Road and Quay Street. Serving an all day breakfast plus a succinct a la carte menu and a fresh selection of cabinet options, there is something for everyone and every occasion.

Linger over a plate of calamari or prawn spaghetti with a glass of wine or a beer, grab a Panini to takeaway, or just enjoy a ‘Latino’ coffee and sit back and watch the day go by from the comfort of a plush couch. If the sun’s shining, the canopied outdoor area is a great place to enjoy a delicious BLAT or pop yourself onto a bar stool and order a chicken and bacon or beef burger. All the food is prepared onsite with the busy chefs visible through an open window into the kitchen.

Taking inspiration from a black and white mural of a typical 1920s architectural scene,

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which painted on the wall of the café, the owner added vibrancy and colour through soft furnishings, coloured glass bottles and deeply rich coloured wall papers. The result is a cosy, ‘Parisian shabby chick’ atmosphere to meet up with friends, work colleagues or for a quick business meeting. The old fashioned black rotary dial telephone on the counter is a touch of whimsy that attracts many comments, and yes it does work!

1920s Café is fully licensed with a small but great selection of popular beer and wine brands. Patrons can add a glass of Steinlager or wine to the lunch selection for just $5.00, which must be one of the best deals in town!

Next time you’re off to a show or simply passing through the area, plan a stop at 1920s Café to soak in the atmosphere, enjoy a freshly made meal and contemplate life back in the day when things were slower and people took time out to enjoy the simple things in life!

Ph: +64 9 365 2113

Auckland’s Own ‘Real Food’ Joint

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uckland finally has a “Real Food” joint... All of those interested in the “Paleo”, “Primal” or “Raw Food” diets take note. Real Food is simply a diet void of refined sugar and grain, but more importantly packed full of nutrients.

At Wilder and Hunt it’s all about convenience and health.

The mastermind behind the whole thing, Amy Gibson, became fed-up with the lack of nutritious convenience food on offer at mainstream outlets. The subtle upsurge of chemicals used these days for increased flavour, as well as food production en masse, has moved us further away from food in its natural form - i.e. the whole foods; fruit, vegetables, meat, nuts and seeds - towards a diet of processed fast food and sugary snacks. This is not surprising considering convenience has been placed on a pedestal in our fastpaced, and often stressful, lives. Work, family, kids, cleaning, dinner… it’s all a bit much (if not on the mind then definitely on the body).

Stress can inadvertently trigger dry hair, dull eyes, hair loss, and haggard skin. These are all reasons why Wilder and Hunt are set on providing ‘real food’ offering nutrient dense, no grain, no sugar, no artificial anything… breakfast, lunch, snacks and take-home meals.

The ethos underpinning Wilder and Hunt recognises that human beings have a genetic make-up that demands a plantbased and high fat/protein diet for good health. Good fats used to enhance the metabolism at Wilder and Hunt include coconut oil, eggs, bacon, avocado, coconut flour, and paleo chocolate for sweet treats.

Remarkably, Wilder and Hunt’s sweet treats - red velvet cupcakes, carrot cakes, ‘rawky’ road, hello polly slice, and chocolate brownie - are all sweetened with date paste made on site, pure maple, or raw honey. Wilder and Hunt stand by their conviction that refined sugar is never needed as part of a moderate diet. Sugar is a carbohydrate made up of fructose and glutose. The body struggles to digest the fructose in refined sugar as it lacks the fibrous accompaniment that comes with fruit. This can negatively impact on metabolism causing metabolic syndromes and fat storage. Both outcomes aren’t ideal... However, when fructose is consumed in the form of fruit, the natural fibre in the fruit helps the body metabolise the fructose well. Pure maple and honey contain a very low quantity of fructose.

On the other hand, if you’re more of the savoury type, you can find the cabinet stocked up with kumara and bacon fritters, paleo smoked salmon and avocado sandwiches, meatball salads with cashew hummus, and paleo bacon and egg muffins.

Wilder and Hunt provide take-home meals for the family or a romantic dinner for two. They offer catering for a dinner with friends, kid’s birthday parties, corporate functions, ‘kitchen teas,’ and large-scale parties. Visit Wilder and Hunt’s Facebook page to become part of the Real Food community.

Amy Gibson

Open: Tuesday - Friday: 8am - 8pm Monday & Saturday: 8am - 4pm Sunday: Closed.

15 Maskell Street, Saint Heliers. www.wilderandhunt.co.nz

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Feel, Taste and Experience East

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ast Noodle Bar’s philosophy is simple. They aim to provide tasty, fresh, healthy modern style Asian food in a fun and casual environment. Nestled in the heart of Ponsonby, East Noodle Bar’s menu is loosely based on traditional Asian cuisine with an East twist.

Using only the freshest of ingredients East combines fresh vegetables with your choice of meat, seafood or tofu plus a sprinkle of the mystical, delicious ingredients of the orient.

East creates all different types of Asian cuisine from differing origins including Thai, Canton and Vietnamese; East highlights these range of flavours but changes them to make

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Western type meals.

At East, you can try something new and experience some delicious and authentic modern style Asian cuisine. Choose from a wide selection of appetizers or tapas including wasabi prawns, chili salt squid or Gyoza pan fried pork mince or vegetable dumplings. You can also choose from a variety of mains: Canton, Tokyo, Nam, Indo, Chine, Mekong; each differing in meats, vegetables and flavours. East also has delicious mixed seasonal salads, each infused with herbs and topped with crispy noodles in a tasty fusion dressing.

With its chic interior and casual but friendly environment, East provides well

balanced meals to satisfy your appetite and well being. More than just ‘fast food’, East’s website allows their customers to order online, being able to select anything they desire from their entire menu. They also offer a number of different options; you can dine in, pick up, order through your smart phone or they can deliver.

Winning the Viva Award for Best Asian Takeout in 2003, East Noodle Bar provides a tasty, fresh, healthy alternative of Asian food, becoming the perfect takeout or dine in option on the west side of town .

Ph: +64 9 360 6085 www.east.co.nz

Where Yoghurt is the Be-all and End-all New Vulcan Lane Yoghurt Store, White’s & Co

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hite’s & Co will launch a brand new Yoghurt Store in October of this year. The exciting new location is trendy Vulcan Lane in the heart of downtown Auckland City.

White’s & Co already have a good presence with their café in the Britomart area close to the city waterfront, but the new Vulcan Lane location will be a ‘first of its kind’ in Australasia, with the focus being all things yoghurt.

Whites & Co first opened in New Zealand twelve months ago.

Friends Angus Allan (Managing Director of The Collective) and Kirk Saunders met for a beer and began chatting about the lack of good quality frozen yoghurt available in New Zealand at the time. The business idea sparked and soon after the successful White’s & Co business and brand were born.

Whites & Co’s special advantage lies in its collaboration with the The Collective and its premium products. Their yoghurt is the only frozen yoghurt in New Zealand that is made from actual yoghurt, and not powder and water or milk. Few people are aware of the difference so part of White’s & Co brand philosophy is educating consumers about the difference, for which they believe there is a large gulf in terms of taste.

The new Vulcan Lane Store will stock the full range of White’s & Co fresh and frozen yoghurts, in addition to pot set yoghurts, yoghurt cheesecakes, yoghurt drinks and yoghurt treats such as cakes, slices and muffins. Eightthirty coffee will be used and a range of premium tea also available. All packaging used is eco-friendly biodegradable and White’s & Co are proudly accredited with New Zealand organization Conscious Consumers which is particularly strong within the café sector.

So whether you work in downtown Auckland or are visiting the city, take a trip to White’s & Co – the brand that was created because people deserve yoghurt as yoghurt should be. Yoghurt, it’s the be-all and the end-all of White’s & Co. Ph: +64 9 820 5555 www.whitesfreezery.com

Kirk Saunders and Angus Allan

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Wellington’s Italian Duo

Ferdi and Carlo Petagna

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ratelli means two brothers; Ferdi and Carlo Petagna have proved themselves to be a highly successful duo with their Wellington restaurant Fratelli. Fratelli is located in the centre of Wellington’s dining district and has plenty of loyal longstanding customers, most nights you will see it pumping with people enjoying themselves. We caught up with “the duo” to find out all the goss!

What is your favourite weekend meal?

Ferdi : A good quality cooked breakfast from one of Wellington’s great cafes. I have my favourites that make their own potato cake, own bread and use quality cured bacon and sausages. And it has to accompany a good strong locally roasted coffee.

Carlo: I too like a good brunch meal, an eggs Montréal with fresh baked cibatta loaf and house hot smoked salmon fillet –the real

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stuff. We never have or cook brunch food in an Italian restaurant that specialises in dinner so weekends are perfect for us to enjoy a brunch meal.

What is your favourite dish from the Fratelli menu?

Ferdi: That is a really tough question! The menu changes a lot and I always like everything but at the moment the slow braised lamb shoulder stuffed with anchovies, pine nuts and olives then wrapped in house made pastry and baked is pretty awesome, rich, tasty and delicious.

Carlo: For me it’s always the Pizza, we are lucky enough to have a true wood fired oven (one of only three in the CBD) and you can’t beat a good fluffy pizza dough made with fresh yeast and topped with a thick rich Napolitano Tomato Sauce and fresh Bocconcini cheese, - simple but when done right it’s utter perfection.

What is your favourite dish that your Mama cooks for you?

Ferdi: Probably not our Mum’s dish but definitely our Grandmothers staple dish of pasta with home made tomato salsa and pork meatballs. We are lucky enough to still have all four grandparents and to this day they still grow their own tomatoes in their glass houses and each year spend two days cooking massive amounts of tomatoes and preserving their own salsa in glass bottles.

You can’t beat pasta sauce made from freshly grown Italian tomatoes and when it’s with Nonna’s pork meatballs its classic Napolitano fare on a plate.

Carlo: For me it’s our Grandmothers home made mozzarella. They make it once a week and it’s soft, milky and fresh. On occasion we make it for the restaurant but the amount of milk needed and time to make just a few small balls is unfortunately

not feasible for everyday use so it becomes a treat.

What makes a perfect dough for pizza?

Carlo: Fresh yeast plays a big part and most people over look it. A good quality pizza flour is also useful, we are lucky now that in NZ there a few imported specialist flour types around so look out for a specialised pizza flour then just the usual olive oil, warm water, sugar and some salt.

Do you make your own pasta?

Ferdi: Definitely. One of the key reasons we started Fratelli was the lack of fresh pasta around in Wellington restaurants, even a lot of the Italian restaurants weren’t making a range of fresh pasta so we have always made our own pasta and also our own homemade Gnocchi, we always will.

Where do you see Fratelli in five years?

Carlo: Still going as strong as it is today and probably with a couple of ‘brothers’ operating around other parts of Wellington as part of the Fratelli Family.

How long have you been in business and have you fulfilled your dream with Fratelli?

Ferdi: Four and a half years and we have succeeded with Fratelli but not completed the whole picture yet. We have always had a dream of continuing to grow the Fratelli family and want to give Wellington more fresh pasta eateries and possibly even good quality take home Italian meals.

Ph: +64 4 801 6615 www.fratelli.net.nz

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Botswana Butchery Fun Dining in the Heart of Auckland

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hrough Botswana Butchery, Good Group continues on with the concept of ‘fun dining’ that combines an elegant and diverse menu in a luxurious yet relaxed setting.

The Botswana Butchery brand, which was conceptualised and successfully instigated in Queenstown, has become a firm favourite among Auckland locals and visitors alike for its unique perspective on premium dining.

Continually building on the brand’s enviable reputation for being at the forefront of dining experiences, a large emphasis is placed on creating a restaurant that serves exceptional food, is welcoming and, above all, fun. Botswana Butchery Auckland has an interior space that is both elegant and comfortable, with quirky touches such as a

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row of butcher’s cleavers – firmly attached to the wall – that remind you that you are in a distinctively unique place!

Set on the ground floor of the grand and historic Auckland Ferry Building with tables spilling out onto a sun trapped terrace, the menu changes to match the seasons.

Botswana’s dedicated kitchen team has developed a locally inspired menu, using the best ingredients from fantastic Auckland producers.

Heading the kitchen is classically trained Group Executive Chef, Stuart Rogan, who’s cuisine forms a vital part in delivering the premium dining experience to which loyal Botswana customers had become accustomed. “It’s very exciting to be able to bring my own influences to bear while

utilising the proven brand qualities.”

Naturally, there is a whole menu section devoted to meat, aptly named, ‘From the Butcher’s Block’ but there’s also a tempting ‘From the Ocean’ selection and a multitude of tempting salads and sides.

The diverse Botswana Butchery menu is complemented by an impressively extensive wine list. Local wines feature widely as well as highly respected international wines, with the wide range ensuring there is always something to meet diners needs.

Providing exemplary yet friendly service is another Botswana trademark and in the ethos of ‘fun dining’, the knowledgeable staff are welcoming and ready to help make your dining experience a memorable one.

The gorgeous surroundings with the

addition of the hustle and bustle of the ferry terminal, make this a great venue for corporate Christmas functions, either lunch or dinner. Seating inside is available for around 120 guests with an additional 40 on the outside terrace. There is also a mezzanine floor that accommodates up to 30 guests.

Botswana is open for lunch and dinner but the gorgeous terrace and bar are also great spots to meet for a drink prior to catching the ferry. You might just miss the ferry though and decide to linger and enjoy the best of Auckland’s produce in a great location.

Ph: +64 9 307 6966 www.botswanabutchery.co.nz

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Food at Ponsonby Central

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here is a new hip area in Auckland City. Opening late last year, Ponsonby Central is an old warehouse that has transformed into a central city market place, filled with fresh produce, retail stores, various eateries and unique cafes. Situated right on the corner of Ponsonby Road and Richmond Road, Ponsonby Central is in the centre of all the Ponsonby action and is a fantastic new addition. The unique concept of combining retail and dining together, in such an open setting, is really different and stays in line with the unique quirkiness that Ponsonby upholds. With the striking lion’s

EL SIZZLING CHORIZO Ph: +64 9 378 0119 www.elsizzlingchorizo.co.nz

THE DAIRY Ph: +64 9 972 2642 www.thedairy.co.nz

JIMMY THE FISH Ph: +64 9 360 1554 www.jimmythefish.co.nz

statues outside, Ponsonby Central has a definite communal feeling to it. Weekends are the busiest times and on Sundays they hold markets out the back. Ponsonby Central is a lifestyle concept; it brings you a fresh new approach to the local food and retail scene. With the best in produce, the finest butchers and specialist stall owners who all know their stuff, Ponsonby Central is simply the best. www.ponsonbycentral.co.nz

DANTE’S PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA Ph: +64 9 378 4443 ww.ponsonbycentral.co.nz

FOXTROT PARLOUR Ph: +64 9 378 7268 www.foxtrotparlour.co.nz

WANG THONG THAI FUSION Ph +64 9 378 7544 www.wangthongthai.co.nz

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Divine Dantes

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s a boy in England, Kevin Morris was a fussy eater. “But when we visited my Italian mother’s family in Genoa my grandfather Dante would make this amazing pizza and I would eat tonnes of it,” he says. Whenever he was back in the UK, Kevin toyed with the idea of becoming a pizzaiolo, but it wasn’t until he came to New Zealand 14 years ago that he opened Dante’s pizza in Kumeu, gaining a stellar reputation.

Before being invited to relocate to Ponsonby Central last November, Dante’s had won the Metro Awards Best Pizza a whopping 5 years in a row, and is already shortlisted for the same award this year.

All because you can’t get better than a Dante’s Margherita – it is accredited by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana. Like champagne from France, a true Margherita is backed by European law, so you can’t claim to be selling one unless you have their tick of approval. To gain the endorsement, Morris spent a year applying and three months in Naples proving he could make an approved product.

Dante’s dough is made using just flour, salt, water and yeast, then rested and chilled for a minimum of four days, so the gluten in the base breaks down. “Then you get very soft dough that even celiacs can eat,” says Morris.

The dough is then hand stretched to order, dressed with crushed campaigna tomatoes and mozzarella from Naples (accreditation requires ingredients to come from that region), alongside other locally sourced fresh ingredients, before being fired at 450°for 90 seconds.

“You have never tried anything like it,” says Morris. “It would get a Michelin star if they had a pizza category!” Perhaps they shall create one just for him?

Ph: +64 9 378 4443 www.ponsonbycentral.co.nz

Argentinean Barbeque House

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alud! El Sizzling Chorizo hails from Argentina, the land of the Pampas, the Pumas, Che Guervara, Evita, Maradona and Messi.

But most importantly, the land of the gauchos – where a barbeque (or asado) is not only about ‘eating meat’, but more about enjoying good conversation with friends, drinking excellent wine and savoring the delicious meat that has been grilled for you.

Nestled in the heart of Ponsonby Central, El Sizzling Chorizo is an Argentinean barbeque house, and anyone who’s been near this bustling restaurant will be all too familiar with the tempting aromas of meat cooking over their large open barbeque.

What sets El Sizzling Chorizo apart from other restaurants is that you can see your food being stoked, flipped and cooked to perfection right in front of you by the entertaining ‘fire masters’. Sample their short ribs, sirloin steak or chicken thighs and you’ll be in for a treat!

Vegetarians are also catered for, with an offering of a massive wedge of provolone cheese, grilled in a skillet until it is caramelized and oozing.

Accompanied with grilled aubergine, beets, onions and fresh rocket leaves, served on their infamous wooden boards.

From the food, the fire and the staff, El Sizzling Chorizo in Ponsonby Central gets it right on all counts. So relax, take your time and get ready to taste the real, authentic flavour of the Pampas right here, in the heart of Auckland.

Ph: +64 9 378 0119 www.elsizzlingchorizo.co.nz

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Nostalgic Treats at Foxtrot Parlour

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onsonby Central is quickly becoming known as the new ‘marketplace’ on the block, situated between Richmond Road and Brown Street and opening in stages since mid November of last year.

Owner and head chef of Foxtrot Parlour, Tara Brogan is passionate about what she does, using her 25 years of industry experience to instill her culinary ideas and wealth of experience into everything she does. Tara’s latest culinary adventure is Foxtrot Parlour – hidden among the culinary eateries of the bustling new Ponsonby Central market.

Big windows, wooden floors and the counter cabinet stocked with sweet treats instantly appeal, as does the brunch menu and friendly vibe. So come in and experience a ‘rumbledthump’ or try some of their delicious flavourful pulled pork. If you’re craving something sweeter, sample a Foxtrot delicacy or one of their frothing Kapiti ice cream sodas, lovingly topped with a range of yummy homemade syrup flavours.

A small eatery dishing up all manner of nostalgic treats, its fair to say that Foxtrot Parlour customers are in good hands.

Ph: +64 9 378 7268 www.foxtrotparlour.co.nz

Ponsonby Central’s The Dairy

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he term ‘The Dairy’ conjures up fond memories of spirited trips with childhood friends – handing over hard earned pocket money in exchange for ice cream and other necessities. Playing upon this nostalgia is a brand new eatery providing all manner of treats just like its namesake.

Luring locals with a combination of ice cream parlour, larder and deli-style café, The Dairy also serves sweet treats and artisan cheeses. Run by the owner’s of neighboring café, Foxtrot Parlour, The Dairy is the latest establishment to open in Auckland’s Ponsonby Central.

Sample their infamous ice cream sandwiches, made using The Dairy’s freshly baked cookies with a generous slab of Kapiti ice cream as the filler. Or you’re looking for something more substantial, The Dairy’s lunch menu focuses on classic comfort food including the famous Canadian dish Poutine – a hearty plate of golden fries, slathered in rich home made gravy and topped with squeaky cheese curds.

Welcoming and relaxed, this new kid on the Ponsonby Central block is sure to become a regular stop off for those in the Ponsonby area.

Ph: +64 9 972 2642 www.the-dairy.co.nz

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The Real Fishmongers of Auckland

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ive into the taste of the grooviest new fish joint in the city! Family owned and operated, ‘Jimmy the Fish’ sells the freshest fish and seafood in town. Providing a unique selection of fish and shellfish, premade meals and authentic fish and chips, and the odd recipe tip from Jimmy himself. Enjoy Lion Red beer battered fish of your choice with classic hand cut fries!

Specials blackboard also changes regularly!

JTF is your one stop shop. Jimmy hails from a fine culinary background as an owner and head chef at Le Brie restaurant, and Harbourside Seafood Bar and Grill, where he was for 24 years before embarking on his newest venture.

Bring in your own oven to tableware, and Jimmy will send you home with a delicious dish. Choose to take home wet fish to prepare yourself, or simply give him a call and order a takeaway from his menu.

There is everything you need for a great lunch or dinner. You can also select your own fish to be cooked and eaten at the shop, where there is a large common table indoors or bench seating out front.

Fish is fresh everyday from the local fish markets and sourced only from around New Zealand. Not only will ‘Jimmy the Fish’ provide you with the finest fish at competitive prices, he will also advise you on the best fish and how to prepare it. When you purchase Jimmy the Fish seafood, you know you’re buying the best in town.

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Inaugural Masters Golf Tournament

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he Hilton Lake Taupo is proud to be hosting its inaugural Masters Golf Tournament this year from 30 October – 1 November. The event is set to kick off on the evening of Tuesday 29th October with a cocktail reception in the Victorian-style Cellar Ballroom of the hotel. Celebrity Chef Simon Gault’s on-site restaurant, Bistro Lago, is responsible for the catering of this ‘golf event’ of the year.

The three day tournament is to be held across three spectacular golf courses in the area – The Kinloch Club, the Wairakei Golf & Sanctuary, and the Centennial Course at the Taupo Golf Club. It is open to all amateur golfers, and set to be especially popular amongst those with a competitive streak and in search of a fun challenge. Golfers can compete as individuals or as part of a team in a pairs format. At the Wairakei and Centennial courses, scoring will be on a combined score pair basis. At the Taupo Golf Club, best ball scoring will be used, in recognition of the

difficult Jack-Nicklaus designed course. Each of the courses are of world class in their own right.

While competition and rivalry are high on the agenda, the spirit of the tournament is one of camaraderie, fun and socialising. The tournament is being held in partnership with local PGA professional Jim Clelland and Aaron Carter of Total Sport Limited.

5 Star naming sponsor Hilton Hotels & Resorts, will act as the tournament ‘hub’ over the three days. Special accommodation rates are available from NZ$199 per night in a guest room. There are a wide range of rooms and apartments available to meet different needs. From guest rooms facing the Onekeneke Thermal Valley to suites in the Mountain Wing or Heritage Building, there is something to suit everyone. Apartments are also available with fully equipped kitchens, laundry facilities and spacious bathrooms.

The presidential suite is available on the top floor with sweeping views over stunning Lake

Taupo, containing three ensuite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, living room and home theatre room.

Mark your calendar with this ‘not to be missed’ golf event of the year, and enjoy the luxury of staying at the Hilton – the stylish forward-thinking global leader in hospitality.

Ph: +64 7 378 7080 www.laketaupomastersgolf.co.nz www.laketaupo.hilton.com

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Aitutaki the Idyllic Paradise

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he island of Aitutaki is an idyllic paradise, a utopia of lush tropical foliage and white sand beaches ringed by a stunningly beautiful lagoon of turquoise water. One of the most beautiful of the Cook Islands, it is home to Pacific Resort Aitutaki – a place where time passes slowly and the delights of island life are presented to you in luxurious surroundings.

Revel in the spectacular view of Aitutaki’s world famous lagoon thanks to the private sundeck and absolute beachfront location of each of the resort’s 27 spacious and airconditioned beachfront bungalows, villas and suites. Each is decorated beautifully and appointed with high quality amenities that illustrate exactly why Pacific Resort Aitutaki is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Take time out at Pacific Resort Aitutaki and spend your days in a way that suits you.

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Spend lazy days at the resort lounging by the pool or on the beach, visit the on-site Tiare Spa to pamper yourself with massage or beauty treatments, or make use of the complimentary snorkeling gear to have a marine adventure exploring the lagoon – an underwater world filled with exotic and beautiful sea life.

There are also a number of island activities for you to enjoy during your stay.

For a marine adventure, jump aboard one of the many lagoon cruises offered by friendly locals, or stay on dry land and explore local villages by scooter or bicycle. A trek to Aitutaki’s highest point will reward you with a stunning 360 degree view of the island and lagoon that has to be seen to be believed.

The stunning beauty of Pacific Resort’s Aitutaki’s surroundings make it a natural choice for those in search of romance in South Seas Polynesia. Hold your wedding or vow renewal ceremony standing amidst

the rose petals scattered on the sand overlooking the lagoon, and enjoy dinner at sunset in a private Bedouin style tent on the beach, surrounded by flaming torches. Luxurious and intimate dinners held beachside or on your private deck are popular with honeymooners who are also welcomed with a complimentary bottle of wine, flowers and small gift upon arrival.

The award winning resort (World Travel Awards: World’s Leading Boutique Resort) is the perfect place from which to experience the magic of Aitutaki. Having immersed yourself in their luxury surroundings and enjoyed their warm Cook Islands hospitality, you can be sure that your time at Pacific Resort Aitutaki will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated with cherished memories of this idyllic paradise.

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Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Hilton, Denerau Island

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iji Beach Resort and Spa, managed

by Hilton, offers the perfect tropical backdrop for a romantic getaway or wedding. Couples can plan a visit anytime of the year, whether it is to rediscover romance or to say ‘I do’. The resort’s partner wedding planners will help you with planning as little or as much as you need, allowing you to relax and enjoy your special day. The resort’s team can take care of all elements of accommodation and reception from the start through to the finish.

They will also help you select a beautiful theme for the day.

Wedding parties of up to 60 can be catered for, on either the Resort’s main beach which has stunning views out to the Mamanuca Islands, or on a private beach pavilion for a more intimate ceremony.

Planning a destination wedding will ensure that you always have extra special memories of your special day and it also allows the wedding to flow seamlessly into your honeymoon.

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Couples can enjoy a variety of beachfront accommodation spread across 1.5 km of beachfront, giving each party their own space and privacy. Choose from a studio room through to larger villas with plenty of space for family and groups of friends. Each villa offers pure tranquility from its own private terrace/balcony and uninterrupted views of the shimmering Pacific Ocean.

There are a number of stunning options for your reception banquet – Nuku and Maravu Restaurants, both beachfront restaurants. Barbeques or buffets either right on the beach or on the gorgeous Frangipani Deck, or the Sunset Lawns overlooking the ocean. Maravu can be privatized for an exclusive event and offers a range of menu options. The team will help you make the right decision for your special event. One thing you can be sure of is that you will experience tantalizingly fresh food with both an international and authentic Fijian style.

An extensive wine list, that showcases some of the best wine regions of the world, is

available. Enjoy browsing the list yourself or seek advice and inspiration from one of the expert Sommelier team, who are on hand.

The resort prides itself on the warm friendly service that is always offered and the true Fijian hospitality.

For couples, there are a number of adult only facilities to ensure an uninterrupted tropical holiday. Enjoy the adult’s only pool area, or swim in one of the seven elegant pools or indulge in a luxurious spa treatment with the award winning Pevonia spa.

Dine under the stars anywhere on the resort with your own personal chef and wait staff who will cater to your every whim. Or have dinner prepared for you in your own villa – a relaxing barbeque or an elaborate dinner. The resort offers themed evenings from the Taste of Fiji night with a spectacular set up on the beach to the Taste of Spain night on the Frangipani Deck, featuring authentic Paella to seafood platters to share on the beach. For breakfast enjoy a la carte adults only breakfast featuring hand crafted

dishes at Maravu.

Special packages are available which offer additional value. Look out for the romance package with dinner on the beach and a bath master. Or there is the spa package which includes couples treatments valued at over $1,000 that will leave you pampered all over.

The Fiji Beach Resort and Spa offers a very special setting for your romantic getaway. They are well established in Fiji and pride themselves in offering true Fijian hospitality to make your stay extra special.

From the beachfront accommodation with shared plunge pools and adults only facilities to indulgent spa treatments, you will leave feeling truly relaxed and spoilt. Browse the on-site shops – from clothing and Fijian art, to deli treats and cocktails. Hire a car, explore Fiji with a guided tour, or simply relax and enjoy the 1.5 km private sandy beach.

Ph: +679 675 6800 www.fijibeachresortbyhilton.com

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Romantic Surrounds Make For Honeymoon Heaven

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t’s a honeymooners haven at the award winning Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, where romance is around every corner and the sprawling beaches and magnificent hinterland of Queensland’s favourite destination is at your doorstep.

With an abundance of tranquil and secluded hideouts - from private daybeds around the stunning tropical lagoon to the spectacular views from the cosy couches in the exclusive Elandra Retreat Club, the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa is a destination in its own right, located at the heart of the Gold Coast.

“The Gold Coast is renowned for fun but it is also synonymous with romance,” says Marriott’s creative design manager, Sharron Richards.

“It is one of those rare destinations where you can embark on almost any type of holiday including relaxation, adventure, sporting, family getaways and, of course, romantic escapes.

“At the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort &

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Spa, the opportunities to spoil your partner and sweep them off their feet are limited only by your imagination.”

Having spent 12 years organising proposals, weddings, honeymoons and beautiful settings at the Resort, Sharron has been lucky enough to witness many special moments, but some, she says, will stay with her forever.

“I remember we once organised a gondola ride down the canals for a couple of young newlyweds,” she recalls.

“When they got close to the Resort, the man blindfolded the lady and walked her up our private jetty and into our lagoon-side restaurant, Citrique.

“We had prepared a special, secluded table outside near the water fountains and covered the area with tea light candles and rose petals.

“The gentleman had organised a threepiece band to play during their private dinner but even he was surprised by the beautiful setting that our team had arranged and the

look on both their faces was truly moving. It was just magical.”

With scope for private candle-lit dinners on the sand by the lagoon, couples’ pampering at the Resort’s Lattouf Hair & Day Spa, high teas in the beautiful surrounds of the Lobby Bar, and quiet pre-dinner drinks in the exclusive Elandra Retreat Club on the 27th floor, there really is no need to leave the resort to create the perfect honeymoon experience.

But for those in search of something extra, the Marriott’s activities desk, Platform Tours, can organise anything from a hot air balloon ride at dawn, to a trip to the hinterland wineries, a yacht to a nearby island or a picnic on famous Burleigh hill where you can watch the sunset over the sparkling lights of Surfers Paradise.

And as far as restaurants go, the Resort is home to two of the Gold Coast’s best.

“Couples can enjoy an entertaining evening filled with superb food as they watch their meal prepared before their eyes by the

teppan tricksters and their amusing antics in the award winning Benihana Japanese Steakhouse,” suggests Sharron.

“Or for something truly indulgent, Citrique offers our famous seafood buffet with everything from Australian seafood to roasts meats and wood-fired pizzas, whilst our cooking stations create specialty dishes from around the world. For those with a sweet tooth, the dessert bar offers a selection of decadent treats and an ice-cream station that is simply to-die-for.”

The Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa is located just a few minutes walk from the heart of Surfers Paradise and its famous beaches. The 329 room resort sits on a serene waterfront site with more than 2.5 acres of lush landscaping, tropical lagoons, grottos and waterfalls.

All guest rooms have private balconies and feature stunning views of either the Gold Coast hinterland, Surfers Paradise skyline or Pacific Ocean. The Resort is home to the Lattouf Hair and Day Spa, two highly

acclaimed restaurants, lounge bar, Japanese sake bar, patisserie style coffee shop, a 24 hour gymnasium, two flood lit tennis courts and a spectacular lagoon pool complete with a manmade reef, tropical fish and sandy beaches.

Honeymoon packages start from $520 per night and include overnight accommodation, seafood buffet dinner for two in Citrique, buffet breakfast or room service, chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of French champagne on arrival, a $100 spa credit to use at the Lattouf Hair & Day Spa, valet parking and late checkout of 12 noon.

Couples Getaway packages start from $320 per night and include overnight accommodation in an ocean view room, sparkling wine and chocolates on arrival, room service, valet parking and late checkout of 12 noon.

Ph: +617 5592 9800 www.surfersparadisemarriott.com.au

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Luxury Vineyard Accommodation

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learview Lodge is conveniently located just ten minutes from Christchurch airport and 15 minutes from the dynamic Christchurch city. Hosts Robin and Sue Clements offer a welcoming and relaxed Bed and Breakfast environment in which to enjoy your stay in Christchurch. They will share their local knowledge of the area and its surrounds, ensuring that your visit is one to be remembered.

Clearview Lodge is home to a stunning ten acre vineyard, orchard, and olive grove which produces specialty wines and oils. It also grows a wide selection of seasonal fruits and nuts. Guests can enjoy wandering the extensive gardens picking their own fruit to eat, or sampling home baking, jams and liqueurs made from the fruit. The vineyard produces exclusive Pinot Noirs, Rose’ and Ports which can be sampled.

Clearview Lodge offers three spacious luxury bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom and private balcony. The two upstairs rooms (Pinot and Frantoio) are adjacent to the guest lounge which opens to a large balcony overlooking the expansive gardens, vineyard, pool and eight seater

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luxury spa. The downstairs room (Braeburn) opens to the gardens and offers wheelchair access.

The lodge makes an ideal base from which to explore the wider Canterbury area. It is close to Christchurch International Airport with easy access to the North, South and West of the City. Robin and Sue will help you plan your time, whether you want to swim with the dolphins, head to the ski fields for some snow, or relax in the hot pools at Hanmer Springs. The stunning West Coast can be visited by train for a day trip, or consider taking a one-way trip to explore the mountains and glaciers of the West Coast.

Clearview Lodge is close to a number of golf courses including the Clearwater Golf Club which recently hosted the New Zealand Open. Other nearby activities include the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve where visitors can see live kiwis close up, the Kotane Maori Culture experience, International Antarctic Centre, Orana Wildlife Park, jet boating and fishing.

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60 Seconds with a Celeb Alisa Keall-Grant from The Block NZ Have you enjoyed being part of The Block NZ? I never know how to answer this question, because The Block NZ is such a mix of emotions! At times you look around at the house you’ve created and you feel a massive high, other times you feel physically, emotionally and mentally drained (not to mention sleep deprived!) so it feels a bit torturous. But on the whole, if I had to go back I would definitely do it all over again – it’s been a once in a lifetime experience!

Your most memorable moment on The Block NZ so far?

My most memorable moment was hearing “Tools Down!” at the end of the master bedroom and ensuite week. It was a huge moment for us, because it signalled the completion of the entire inside of the house!

We never knew if we’d make it that far and at times it felt like we would never finish, so that was a big moment. I was excited to do something that didn’t involve painting all night, as well!

Who is you favourite and least favourite competing teams?

It sounds cheesy but I adore them all.

They’ve all got their own quirks and were great support throughout the show. The boys were a great reminder not to take life – or the competition – too seriously, they always helped me pull my head out of getting too emotionally involved. Loz was awesome for a cuddle in the middle of the muddy driveway when we were both feeling a bit over it all, and Alice....you have to smile at Alice. How anyone in their right mind can stay so positive through an experience like The Block NZ beats me – but more power to her!!

Have you always been interested in interior design?

For me, the interior design aspects took a bit of a back seat to the actual renovations.

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Where would you take Koan for a romantic getaway?

I would take Koan to the Queenstown lakes area. He LOVES it down there, and it’s nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Romance for us is usually quite adventurous – more hiking / snowboarding / four wheel driving / rafting than baths and candle lit dinners.

Is that wedding bells we can hear?

Not unless you can hear into the distant future!! Me and Ko are a team and will be together forever (mind the cheesiness!) but neither of us feel the need to rush into marriage. We’re just happy to enjoy each step of our relationship and take our time with it – there’s plenty of time for marriage later!

I enjoyed the chance to do some interior design on a big scale! At our own house we tend to have hand-me-down furniture, so to go out and pick a whole room’s worth of furniture, art and décor was a fun experience and not one I’ve had before.

Would you pursue a career in property development?

Koan and I are both really interested in the property market and property development.

We love doing up houses – particularly very old houses – and we’ll definitely be looking to do more of that in future! If we can make a career out of it at some point, I think we’ll definitely give it a shot!

What do you think of NZ women having cosmetic surgery?

I have no problem with women having cosmetic surgery. I have friends who’ve had their noses done, and have gained a huge amount of confidence, self love and happiness from it. That’s not to say we shouldn’t all be happy in our own skin as we are, but I wouldn’t judge anyone for doing something that they believe will make them feel better about themselves – and I think a lot of the time, women do it for themselves rather than for impressing anyone else.

Having said that, I think it’s important that they don’t overdo it and end up looking fake, with additions or subtractions that don’t suit their face or body shape.

What’s your favourite NZ restaurant ?

I really love Aubergine in Takapuna. I haven’t been there in a while (there’s not much time for meals out when you’re on The Block NZ), but I used to love going there on a Saturday afternoon for a steak sandwich or their awesome chicken kebabs. Best followed by a walk down Takapuna beach!

Highlight of your year so far?

Two highlights – the first was finding out that we got on The Block NZ! When Mark showed up at our door – it was the strangest feeling. Knowing that life was about to dramatically change! I enjoy having new experiences and this definitely qualified! The other was finding out that Koan and me are going to be an aunty and uncle next year!!

Where do you want to be in 5 years time?

I have this old-fashioned dream that we’ll be living on a beautiful old villa with wraparound porches in the country. We’ll have around 10 acres of land, covered in fruit orchards, vege patches, a chicken coop, a couple of lambs and a stream. I’d love to try being semi self sufficient – I just love the simple things in life, it’s what makes me happiest :) Might be more of a 10 year plan... but we’ll aim for 5!

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