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“A bird sitting on a tree is never afraid of the branch breaking because her trust is not in the branch, but in her own wings. Always believe in yourself.”

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A furry fun run

By Céline Gibson

Calling all dog lovers, Sunday 22 September launches the inaugural off-road walking/running event ‘The 4 Paws Marathon’, a first for New Zealand and, according to event organiser and Sport and Exercise Medicine Specialist, Dr John Molloy, a first for the world.

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Designed for all fitness levels, the soft-under-foot marathon starts and finishes at Bottle Lake Forest, and comprises four popular distances – the Full Marathon (42.2km); the Half Marathon (21.1km); the 10km run; and the “fun for everyone” 5km run.

John encourages people to give it a go. “We’re becoming too sedentary, so we need to find ways to keep more active but enjoy it at the same time.”

The 4 Paws Marathon has garnered much attention, with more than 145 entrants already registered from here and overseas, to date.

With St Johns Ambulance, Animal Management and Ourvets to be there on the day, the marathon is a well-supported event. “The key message is that this is a fun, enjoyable event in a safe atmosphere,” John says.

And yes, he does expect his dogs, Walter and Summer, to be running with him. Just try and stop them!

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Literary hot property

By Melinda Collins

Russian-born American writer Paullina Simons has weaved her name throughout the global bestseller lists for more than two decades. Author of the novels Tully, Red Leaves, Eleven Hours, The Bronze Horseman, Tatiana and Alexander, and The Summer Garden, it’s not surprising that her latest trilogy is hot literary property. We caught up with Paullina during her New Zealand tour about what these books mean to her.

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The trilogy started with The Tiger Catcher, you’ve just released A Beggar’s Kingdom and you’re releasing the third – Inexpressible Island – later this year. How intense has this been for you?

I thought it was a great idea when my publishers first suggested it, and I still think it’s a great idea for my readers, not to have to wait some inordinately long time to read the next book and the next. And clearly I’m hoping that when my readers finish A Beggar’s Kingdom, they will not want to do or read anything else until Inexpressible Island is finally in their hands – because I certainly didn’t! But for me, to revise, copy-edit, proofread, do the illustrations, go on tour, and promote all three books in quick succession, is both exhausting and exhilarating. I love getting the feedback on one book while I’m working on the third and promoting the second.

It’s a heady combination of overwhelmed and deeply satisfied.

How long did they take to write?

Five long, tortuous years. I’m still writing them.

Still changing words, adding sentences, thoughts, jokes, as the publishers are prying the books from my clutching hands so they can go to print on the final book in the saga, Inexpressible Island.

When it comes to writing, how strict do you have to be? Do you write full time or just when the inspiration hits?

I have to be strict, and I have to write full time.

Sometimes I’m not, and I don’t. But when I’m working on a book, I force myself to stay alone in my office for about twelve hours every day, and hope that I can squeeze out a few lines, a page, a poem, a thought, a character, a story. Sometimes there is a trickle, sometimes there is a flood.

Sometimes I feel pleased, and sometimes I feel raging self-doubt. If I wrote only when inspiration hit, I would probably never write at all. The inspiration comes from the daily grind of the work, not the other way around.

How connected to characters and a storyline do you get during the writing phase… is it sad to finish a character’s storyline after being so invested for so long?

When I was writing The Bronze Horseman books and for a long time after, I would dream of Tatiana and Alexander as if they were real people. Same thing with Julian and Josephine. I feel not just connected to my characters when I work, I am completely immersed in their struggles and stories. They live in me in technicolor and much of my actual life fades to black and white.

It is sad to finish, it is very difficult to let them go, but once I do, the colour gradually returns to the rest of my life. And afterward, the characters from my books live alongside me as real people with real lives. I often think about where they are and what they’re doing.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

I get my inspiration from people who say hello to me, women who travel with me, my sister who breaks up with her boyfriend in the middle of the Stanley Cup Final, Olympic ice skaters, Ivy League colleges, my homeland, the prairies of America, Truman Capote, John Steinbeck, and my friend Penny who said to me when I told her I was writing my first book Tully, “Paullina, please, whatever you do, don’t write the parts that I don’t want to read”.

Oh, and I also get my inspiration from How to Train Your Dragon 2, the movie.

What do the next 12 months have in store for you?

There is a trip to the Grand Canyon, a cruise to Cozymel, a writer’s festival in Dubai, a research trip to Utah, and then four planned books that need to be written and finished before the year is out.

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Can you tell us about the End of Forever saga and what these books mean to you?

They mean the last five years of my life. Literally. It sounds like a lot of time, and it is, but bear in mind that my books tend to be long and I usually spend about two years on each. So for three books, I’ve come out about a year ahead. This trilogy represents all of my hopes and dreams for my work for those five years. Every writer on every book worries they are wasting their time; that the story will never work; that readers won’t care. So I had all those concerns times three. But if it didn’t work, I wasn’t risking just a year or two. They represented a significant portion of my lifetime of work.

In addition, this is the first time since The Bronze Horseman that I’ve written this kind of sprawling epic love story. End of Forever is everything I’ve thought and felt about love and life and fate and grief in the intervening twenty years.

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Performing under pressure

By Melinda Collins

Ever wondered how the world’s top sportspeople deal with pressure? Dr Ceri Evans has seen the impact of pressure across the spectrum.

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n his new book Perform Under Pressure, the consultant psychiatrist outlines his strategies for dealing with stress to get you performing at your best – whether on the sportsfield

or in the boardroom.

We caught up with Dr Ceri Evans about the state of play when it comes to the mine field that is performing under pressure.

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Does performing under pressure look the same in the boardroom as it does on the field?

Although performance in different domains obviously looks very different in terms of the external world and circumstances, our internal workings are just the same. This makes sense: there is no ‘sports lobe’ in the brain; athletes don’t pop in a different brain for performances; and no matter how we perform in our selected field, we also all succumb to a sense of overload and overwhelm in our everyday lives – I name these ‘red moments’. So external pressure in the boardoom, on the field, in the classroom, in the clinic or at home, all lead to common, predictable internal reactions and therefore familiar behaviours. Although there will be obvious differences in intensity, the patterns will be the same.

Your Red-Blue mind model is renowned for its ability to help people serious about performing under pressure. Can you give us a rundown of the model and how it works?

I developed the Red-Blue mind-model with Renzie Hanham - a well-known local graphic artist, martial arts instructor and mental skills practitioner, who has a brilliant way of cutting through the complexity to give us the simplicity we need in those tricky moments over the last 25 years.

For performance purposes, our mind can be

seen as having two systems that interact with other. The Red system is primed for survival, keeps us safe, and runs on images and feelings.

It is very fast but is based on quick impressions.

The Blue system is primed for potential, allows us to learn and adapt, and runs on logic, words and numbers. It is slow and takes effort, but provides detailed analysis. The Red ‘feeling’ system can dominate and compromise the Blue ‘thinking’ system when we are under threat. The Blue system, in return, can reframe situations and calm Red reactions to some extent. We want Red and Blue to be in the right balance for the situation. Red is not bad and Blue is not good – we need the energy of Red and the clarity of Blue – so we are at our best when the two are balanced and we are ‘in the purple’.

Without giving away all your secrets… what are your key strategies when it comes to getting people performing at their very best?

The basic approach is to help people ‘see’ their immediate Red/Blue states of mind, understand them and make more conscious, effective choices about their responses.

First, we can’t change what we can’t see.

You might be surprised by how unaware most people are of how much they are affected by pressure – even at moderate levels – and how this holds them back. The first step is to gain emotional control.

Second, it helps to have a clear picture of the overview so that we make informed decisions, not reckless ones arising from tension and tunnel vision, so that we have clarity. Rather than one-sided positive or negative thinking approaches, we want clear thinking under pressure.

Third, rather than waiting for something to happen so that we fall into the procrastination trap, we want to take effective action. Instead of avoiding tough moments and having as little discomfort as possible in our lives, we can see tough moments as the very conditions we need to put our Red-Blue pressure skills into practice.

By providing people with a method to hold their nerve, find their way and make their mark, it encourages people to not only tolerate tough situations, but to ‘walk towards the pressure’. www.drcerievans.nz

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How does performing under pressure look?

Although you probably intend this to mean successful performance, there are two sides to performance under pressure. On the one hand, as a personal experience, it is when we are completely ‘at one’ with our immediate environment, when we feel calm, clear and act with precision. Looking on, we see performers who seem to have time, make good decisions, and are accurate. On the other hand, when we get a sense of overload and overwhelm and we feel the weight of pressure come down on us, we lose our nerve, lose our way and lose our touch. Looking on, we see people become hesitant, impulsive, stuck, and lose their ability to perform the basics, let alone perform with timing. It’s a two way street, it’s unpredictable, and therefore it draws us in.

Introducing Minji Park Minji has recently joined the award-winning team at House of Travel Christchurch City, let’s find out more about her…..

How did you start in travel?

I studied tourism management and I always wanted to travel around the world. After university, I went to Canada on a working holiday. I came across the tour company G Adventures; and they asked me to join their team as a tour conductor in Japan and South East Asia. This was my first step into travel, and I have loved it ever since.

Why did you want to join the House of Travel Christchurch City team?

House of Travel Christchurch City is an award-winning office in New Zealand which instantly made me want to join this team. We don’t just book leisure travel, but we have corporate consultants, as well as the HOT Events team who book travel for groups, conference and incentives. I thought it would be a great opportunity for me to learn a different aspect of the industry as no two days are the same. Furthermore, we are home to New Zealand Olympic Travel which is very exciting! The Olympic Games are the world’s biggest event and I feel honoured to be part of it.

What have you found out about the team?

Everyone in the office is very friendly and hard working. I’ve never felt as welcomed in a new role as I have here. We are all passionate about what we do, sometimes we don’t talk at all for hours to concentrate on work, however we always have a couple of laughs throughout the day. I joined the team only a couple of months ago and I do feel we are a great united and supportive team.

Where is your favourite place to travel?

It is a tough question. My favourite place for a food trip is Japan and for scenery and culture is Spain and Croatia if I have to choose!

What are your top tips for the upcoming summer break?

Christmas markets – If you have ever dreamed of visiting Europe over the Christmas/New Year season, it is a delightful wonderland. From the Christmas markets to the beautiful churches and a dusting of snow – it is a stunning time of year to wrap up warm and explore the delights of traditional Europe.

Cruise around New Zealand – head to the high seas for a Kiwi Christmas or to celebrate New Year’s! What a fantastic way to see our own country by visiting the ports you might not normally visit and you only have to unpack once. No putting up the tent, kids fighting in the back seat or running out of wine on the Christmas Day... choosing which restaurant to dine in is the hardest decision!

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head to Byron Bay where it is all about relaxation, sun, surf and back to nature. There are amazing retreats and resorts that make you take the time to relax and recharge your batteries. With flights to Gold Coast and then a short drive south… you are able to start relaxing as quickly as you want.

closest country to fly to for the Northern Hemisphere, skip the jet lag and head straight to the slopes. With stunning scenery, captivating culture and amazing food, Japan is the HOTTEST place in winter!

rise, also known as 3G holidays – these are the perfect way to catch up with the grandparents who may live in another town... and you get the babysitting included! One of our favourite places for these types of holidays is in the Fijian Islands. Many resorts have 3 – 5 bedroom villas where you can relax catering for yourself or take advantage of the resort chefs. With your own swimming pool you don’t have to leave your villa for days… unless you need to have your own time at the bar or spa!

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family adventure

House of Travel Christchurch City is all for embracing the family dynamic and recognising that travel is a powerful educational tool. Travel has never been so affordable, nor have they been able to offer such a vast range of holiday options that cater for all.

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hether it’s a cruise, flop and drop, or an adventure holiday you’re after, House of Travel Christchurch City really does have the experts instore to ensure you get an amazing holiday experience that every member of the family can enjoy.

House of Travel’s Top Consultant for 2018, Belinda Fifield says one of the key tips to achieve your dream family holiday is to plan your trip well in advance. This not only ensures you can take advantage of the best deals, but also that you secure the best possible options for your family’s needs… this is the recipe for an amazing family holiday!

If you want to travel during school holidays, you need to start talking to House of Travel consultants at least 11 months out. This then assists them in getting every request catered for, from interconnecting rooms to securing your preferred cruise and cabins.

Cruises are very popular with families as they offer so many facilities on board that ensure every member of the family gets their own unique experience. Many multi-

generational families who travel for a celebration are going for the cruise option, as every member of the family, from infants to grandparents, are catered for.

The bonus of a cruise holiday is you only have to unpack once, enabling you and your family to make the most of each day.

The House of Travel Christchurch City team are experts at providing the right experience for their clients.

General Manager Megan McCall says, “We pride ourselves on using our knowledge and ability to think outside of the box to create unique holiday experiences for our clients.

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the pool or just having some time-out. Vietnam is especially popular with families. We’ve had amazing feedback from clients, with some rebooking for the following year for another family tour as soon as they return.”

It really doesn’t matter what experience you are after, or what your family dynamic is, you just need to come and visit the travel experts at House of Travel Christchurch City and they will work with you to create your own unique journey.

“We want clients to bring us their bucket list – their trip to cherish – and we’ll work with them to achieve their dream,” Megan says, “That’s why our motto is ‘Better Together’, because it is!”

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Born to Perform

By CĂŠline Gibson

Local award-winning talent Ali Harper has been wowing the crowds for years. We caught up with the lovely lady behind the microphone about being born to perform.

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In 2014 you were artist-in-residence at your former school Rangi Ruru. Teaching young women to grow their performance confidence must have been a wonderful experience?

I really enjoy working with young people – encouraging them to explore and delight in the total abandonment that comes through singing, movement and storytelling. We live in a society so caught up in what we do, what we look like, and worrying what others think.

I want to impart that we’re all unique; there’s no-one else like us. I want our young people to embrace and celebrate that.

You won the Actress of the Year Award at the United Solo Festival 2014 in New York, and at the same festival, in 2019, won the Best One Woman Show Award for your Songs for Nobodies – how did that feel?

The Arts is not the easiest of career paths, so it’s wonderful to be recognised for the risks you take, on and off the stage.

Any favourite roles?

I’ve loved so many. Eliza Doolittle and Maria Von Trapp were a delight, while Mrs Johnston in Blood Brothers was a dream role. Songs for Nobodies was like a personal coming of age… celebrating being old enough to draw from a wealth of life’s highs and lows to play the often tortured ‘nobodies’ and ‘somebodies.’

Is there a “baddie” woman you’d relish bringing to life on stage or screen?

I’ve been watching A Series of Unfortunate Events on Netflix. The lead baddie is Count Olaf, but I’d love to play that role as a woman, taking on the many disguises and accents.

Mean, convincing, greedy… my boys would be so impressed!

You’re currently touring your solo show, A Doris Day Special, around New Zealand. What do you love about Doris Day? Doris sang and danced with total joy and abandonment. Her life was often difficult, but it never defined her as a person. She retired early to commit her life to saving neglected animals.

She was optimistic, kind and genuine – all qualities I greatly admire.

Which world-renowned venue would you love to perform in, if you could?

I saw Audra Macdonald singing with the San Francisco Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall last year. Fabulous! I kept looking at the elite New Yorkers’ in their box seats and imagined walking out onto that stage to take my place in front of that orchestra… pure joy!

Tell us about the importance of yoga in your life?

I realise more and more the importance of yoga not only in my life but for those around me.

To take time out for yourself, to connect deep within, to listen and trust your intuition, cultivate self-love and, most importantly, breathe fully and deeply. When we align these things, it’s amazing how they impact so positively on so many other areas in our lives.

Recently I did my yoga teacher training in Thailand. It was a life-changing experience, and now I’m so fortunate to be balancing my life, teaching and sharing my passion for yoga, meditation and singing, as well as at home with my singing and acting students.

When not performing, MCing, producing, writing, teaching or doing yoga, what do you do for time out?

I have busy young boys and a daughter at uni, so time out is rather scarce, yet when I really think on it, the things I choose to do in my life are time out, because they’re what I’m passionate about.

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When did a life of performance first beckon, Ali? Like many children, I was constantly role playing, always singing. I set up the ‘Fitzgerald Stationery Shop’ in my wardrobe, and the ‘Harper’s Bizarre Fabric Store’ which sold my mother’s leftover sewing remnants. All sorts of imaginary characters visited those shops!

Then I found out I could take those characters, continue ‘playing’ and make it my full-time job.

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The Ronald McDonald House Supper Club is one of the hottest events on the social calendar, but if you missed the Christchurch event, Queenstown is getting the mystery dinner treatment on Friday 18 October. We caught up with one of the country’s leading chefs, Corey Hume, who spearheaded this mystery dining event.

How did you become involved with Ronald McDonald House?

In one of my former roles I met one of America’s greatest chefs, Reimund Pitz, who started the ACF Chef & Child Foundation and it was inspiring.

I thought I could do something like that.

In 2002, my grandad mentioned about Ronald McDonald House opening in the South Island, so I approached the Chairman at the time, Stuart Leck. He was keen. The first event was called ‘Miles of Smiles’ and it was about young chefs supporting young children in hospital and their families.

I moved overseas in 2006, so lost touch with the initiative, but was very happy to have RMHSI’s events

advisor call me inadvertently to ask if I was interested. Little did she or I know how the conversation was going to reignite my passion for the cause! I was blown away to see how it had been transformed and joined Ryan Henley, the Chef de Cuisine from Pescatore at the George Hotel, for the Christchurch Supper Club in June.

How important is supporting Ronald McDonald House South Island to you?

I spent a lot of time in Christchurch Hospital as a child. I understand how having their families close to them can make a real difference in their recovery. I feel like this fundraising event is a voice for them; it’s a way we as adults can come together, over a plate of food cooked with love, to

help support families who are there to support their children in their time of need. It’s been my way of giving back to the community of Christchurch that has supported me through my earlier career.

You’ve got the Queenstown Supper Club coming up. What can guests look forward to?

It’s going to be hosted by former Supper Club attendees. It will be great for them to see how it’s coming full circle and for me to have the opportunity to cater for them. It will be a memorable night in a truly memorable location. www.rmhsi.org.nz/event/queenstownsupper-club-2019/

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Mind Matters: Stroke Awareness

The first part of the 2019 Alpine View Neurological Talk Series - in association with the Neurological Foundation.

Alpine View is a new generation retirement village, with its own Wellness Programme (called TRILife) developed to enhance the lifestyle of residents through a focus on exercise, nutrition and state of mind. As part of this programme, they host TRILife Talks with expert speakers, to talk about the multiple aspects of Wellness.

Alpine has been working with the Neurological Foundation to present further talks, focusing on different neurological conditions and research. The first presentation related to Stroke Recovery and Research.

In the recent talk, Rich Easton, CEO of the Neurological Foundation, joined Alpine residents to introduce the guest speakers. They included Professor Maggie-Lee Huckabee, a world leader in communication disorders, and Emma Burnip, who is studying for her PhD at the University of Canterbury. Both are currently researching at the Rose Centre for Stroke Recovery and Research - a state-of-the-art facility at St Georges Medical Centre in Christchurch. They are working to help individuals who have swallowing and communication disorders to recover function, or improve sufficiently to gain a better quality of life.

They were joined in the talk by Eric Knapp, with his own personal story of stroke recovery and rehabilitation. Eric was a strong, handsome, young firefighter, who woke up one morning unable to move or communicate. He had suffered a devastatingly severe stroke. Eric spoke of his life before and after the stroke – when he was unable to swallow and how he improved when referred to the Rose Centre for rehabilitation. His brave story of survival, hardship, and recovery was truly inspiring – and he is now employed at the centre as a Patient Consultant… while at the same time hoping his story will help other similar stroke recoverees on their difficult journey.

Mind Matters: Stroke Awareness - was the first in the TRILife Neurological Talk Series at Alpine View. You should keep your eye out for guest speakers later in the year, as members of the public will be invited to attend.

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Local singer weaves magic

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Local country singer Katie Thompson’s new album Bittersweet includes odes to her family – what growing up a West Coaster really means.

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I Was Once Your Everything, is a rendition of raw emotions, from her aunty and uncle’s marriage break up. And her spirited two-year-old daughter Frankie was reason to co-write Precious Little Moments with Liv Cochrane from Into the East – also with a new baby.

Music Producer, Lytteltonbased Ben Edwards of Marlon Williams and Nadia Reid fame, weaved his magic on the awaited Bittersweet album of 11 tracks.

Katie’s favourite song on the album is Straight Talking Woman. “It’s hilarious – I love singing it,” she laughs. “It’s a surprise in the mix – the wild card. The lyrics include all the labels I’ve ever been called, such as ‘subtle as a freight train!’”

With two previous albums Tall Poppy and Impossible under her belt, the award-winning country gal was supporting act to Elton John in Dunedin 2011 to boot. After a decade mastering her music, she’s now well-poised to give it her all.

Katie also works helping Kiwi musicians’ market themselves. www.katiethompson.co.nz

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Rooms can be hired from one hour to weeks at a time and, while in-office hours are the focus, late nights and weekends can be booked by special arrangement.

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Welcome to Akaroa FrenchFest 2019

Escape to picturesque Akaroa and immerse yourself in French culture, entertainment and romance as you celebrate Akaroa’s unique history (French, German and Maori) at Akaroa FrenchFest – a whole weekend of fun activities. All are free for the family to enjoy, except the ticketed Cabaret on Saturday night.

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ettle in on Friday evening and relax with seaside dining. Watch the waterfront come alive on Beach Road, with entertainment and music featuring Mundy and Danger Baby. A traditional Maori pōwhiri will open the festival.

Early Saturday morning (8:30am), take part in the theatrical living history reenactment with The Landing on the main beach. Telling the history and stories of the many and varied intrepid souls who travelled far and wide to make Banks Peninsula their home, The Landing is a lively, fun, historical re-enactment that leads up to the arrival in 1840 of The Comte de Paris, bringing 59 French and German settlers to Akaroa.

Stories are told of these first encounters; of local iwi, the whalers, trading sailors and the first farmers, who were just set up in Akaroa. The groups of characters – played by local community members, wherever possible playing their own ancestors – will all be a part of telling these stories in a lively, historically accurate, fun, immersive and audienceinclusive way.

The Landing is followed by the parade to the Recreation Ground. At 11am on the Rec, the official part of the programme commences with speeches and the official flag raising. From 11am until 4:30pm, Le Jour du Marché (Market Day) is held with French inspired markets, games, food, entertainment and live music all day. Iconic events like the Waiters Race and the Cock Crowing competition will delight!

On Saturday evening, there is a ticketed cabaret which is not to be missed.

Enjoy an incredible array of music and entertainment with an enchanting French flavour all night. Delight in thrilling performances from Bonita Danger Doll, Jason Kerrison, Corner Sounds and more! Sunday will see a Circotica Circus workshop for the children plus a circus performance to close FrenchFest 2019.

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There are some exciting things on the horizon as the inner city comes back to life. Nicholas Henare checks out some of spring’s finest.

The Riverside Market is opening on 30 September, just in time for spring, and is set to become the centre of food and activity in the city; a place where the people of Canterbury can come together and celebrate our amazing city and enjoy an incredible collection of local businesses.

There’s a slice of the amazing cultures that make up our Canterbury community with flavours from around the world, including Argentinean, Greek, Chinese, French, Japanese, Thai, Indonesian, Turkish, Nepalese, Vietnamese, Spanish, Indian, Malaysian, Indonesian and Turkish. There’s also a fantastic selection of local businesses in the surrounding laneways ranging from gifts and fashion to streetwear and tattoos!

One event close to my heart is Hard-ly Speaking. An event aimed at changing the conversation for men in Ōtautahi, the format is simple: over the course of the evening, six diverse men speak for four minutes each.

There are no hard and fast rules – just a unifying belief in the value of celebrating honesty and vulnerability, and of course, locally provided eats and drinks in an epic location. The last event saw men sharing a frank discussion about topics that we often shelve due to their sensitivity. The event is on at Christchurch BMW, 104 Moorhouse Avenue, this Thursday 19 September from 6pm to 8pm. Tickets are $55 and worth every cent.

Guest speakers are Tyla Harrison Hunt, Isaac Gieson, Colin Mansbridge, Trevor Hone, Mike Brown and Gary Moore.

On Thursday 24 October, a fine selection of North Canterbury wineries from across the region are coming to the Christchurch Town Hall for the annual Taste North Canterbury – a springtime extravaganza celebrating the best of locally grown drops. Head along to experience incredible wine, delicious artisan eats, top notch tunes from local DJs and a whole lot of fun – get hyped on being part of New Zealand’s coolest little wine region! This awesome event is a great way to support local producers and get a taste of the beautiful wine being made right on our doorstep.

Taste North Canterbury is for everyone – serious wine fanatics, foodies, and people who get buzzed on local experiences! From 5pm to 8pm at The Limes Room, Christchurch Town Hall. Tickets $49.

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Making a difference A greener, greater Christchurch is what Mike Davidson stands for. At 43, the independent Papanui Ward Councillor appreciates Generation X in the political arena. “We understand the older generations, but also appreciate the needs and aspirations of younger people – such as mental health and action on climate change.

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member of the Davidson family would love to retain his role as councillor. He even moved house with his wife Fiona and pets Jess and Mr T when St Albans’ electorate boundaries changed, to remain in the ward he represents.

He believes Christchurch is heading in the right direction, and now children can cycle safely to school. He’s behind a better transport infrastructure to encourage walking and public transport, and advocates for rail and chlorine-free water.

Last year he pushed his physical boundaries in the Coast to Coast, Le Race, and 42km Christchurch Marathon.

Mike now eats less dairy and meat and more local organic produce for a healthier body and environment.

He owns an electric car, but mainly bikes everywhere. “It’s great to get out, clear your mind, and get mentally and physically fit.

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BOTTOMS UP FOR BOWEL CANCER - FUNDRAISER AT KONG Christchurch Wine Club hosted ‘Bottoms Up for Bowel Cancer’, a fundraising event for Bowel Cancer New Zealand’s Awareness Month, at Kong on The Terrace in June. Ladies glammed up and gathered at Kong to enjoy bubbles, live music, platters, dancing and raffles. A staggering $3,700 was raised!

1. Emma Valentine, Amy Murphy, Rachael Salter 2. Carrie Vasta, Charlotte Cunningham 3. Kayte John (Host), Nadia Eves, Vanessa Cooper, Hayley Suen 4. Lyndal Langley, Chelsea Halliwell (Bowel Cancer Ambassador), Sonja Sintmaartensdyk 5. Jenna Toailoa, Bex O’Malley 6. Jenny Adamson, Claire Nunan, Jayde Lomax Photos by Jane Wyles Photography. For copies email: janewylesphotos@gmail.com Check Metropol’s Facebook for more from this event.

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We are a group of hidden foodie treasures producing quality products in the Wigram industrial precinct. We would like to invite you to our Pantry Collective. We have come together for the benefit of Canterbury foodies, so you can purchase locally produced, quality gourmet products at wholesale prices.

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At our fillery you can fill your riggers, half Gs, growlers, or fancy double wall vacuum insulated stainless steel beer hydro flask with fresh award winning craft beer!

At Wigram’s Craft Beer Fillery it’s all about beer; lagers, pilsners, pale ales, wheat beers, honey ales, scotch ales, porters, stouts, ciders – Come in for a tasting and see whats brewing. Wigram’s Satelite Craft Beer Filleries at Shirley and Hoonhay opening soon!

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Locally owned & sustainable United Fisheries has established itself as a leading family-owned Christchurch business, providing quality seafood to the local market and across the globe.

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ounded by Kypros Kotzikas in 1974, it has grown from modest beginnings to become one of the top 10 seafood companies in New Zealand.

Nowadays, Kypros’ four sons,

and a grandson, are all involved in taking this business to the next level across its wide scope of fishing, marine farming, production, and marketing ventures. They also own several

established mussel farms, as well as having contracts with other farms, which provide a secure supply of Greenshell™ Mussels and Pacific Oysters.

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While all United Fisheries’ products are available in stores across the country, the place in Christchurch to get access to a wide range of seafood products, alongside friendly service, is the dispatch area at their Parkhouse Road address.

Behind the counter, you’ll find Brownie Kirkwood, who has been with the company for 35 years. He and the team offer top-quality advice and expertise.

The freezers are stocked with a variety of fish options, prawns, scallops, mussels, dumplings, and much, much more.

Nothing goes to waste at United, as they also sell liquid fish fertilisers and pharmaceuticals.

The shop is open Monday to Fridays, 7:30am-4:30pm, and from 9am-12pm on a Saturday.

The United Fisheries team is excited to take the next step in their proud history this month, opening The Little Fish Co. in the Riverside Markets in late September. www.unitedfisheries.co.nz

GORDON’S PICKLES LAUNCHES DELICIOUS NEW PRODUCT Gordon’s Pickles’ suppliers and staff, Wigram Pantry Collective, friends and family were recently invited to The Picklery at Gordon’s Pickles, Wigram, for the launch of a new product: THE OG (ORIGINAL GORDON’S) DILL STACKER. Guests enjoyed refreshments, in-store specials and complimentary product samples.

1. Michelle Kittelty (Gordon’s Pickles), Barbara Clarkson 2. Janice Burnett (Owner), Ian Dobson 3. Michelle Kittelty (Gordon’s Pickles), Janet Saunders, Jude Whall 4. Michelle Kittelty, Anne Galloway (City Councillor), Janice Burnett 5. Maree Campbell, Joan Nicholas 6. Janice Burnett, Denise Robertson (Metropol) Photos by Jane Wyles Photography. For copies email: janewylesphotos@gmail.com Check Metropol’s Facebook for more from this event.

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Makeover magic As Canterbury’s number one drycleaner and launderer for 20 years, Maxwells Drycleaning has always offered first-class cleaning of fine fabrics, along with top-quality service from the team. However, the team is thrilled to enhance this service even further, with each of the seven stores getting a gorgeous modern makeover. The Merivale Mall branch has already received its stunning refurbishment. Come in and see its luxurious black, gold and white finery – everything from the walls to the comfortable couch!

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ith ‘caring’ a core value for Maxwells, each member of the retail team in every store is an expert in the various treatments available for stains on all of your precious fabrics, as well as the repairs and alterations services, and can advise customers on the best approach. Ensuring they are at the forefront of cleaning technology and minimising environmental impact, Maxwells invests in the very latest in state-of-the-art dry cleaning and laundry equipment that guarantees the best cleaning possible every time.

You’ll find your local Maxwells store at Merivale, Fendalton, Edgeware, Barrington, Birmingham Drive, Wairakei Road and Addington, and every store specialises in all items, from designer pieces to uniforms, all types of bedding and soft furnishings including duvets and drapes.

With the experts at Maxwells looking after your precious furnishings and attire, you’ll gain peace of mind, save time, and your clothes will always look their best.

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Will floral prints ever go out of fashion? Never! But if you’re going to wear flowers, now is the time to splash out; if one thing screams ‘spring has arrived’, it’s blooming flowers! Check out our top tips for this season.

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Take inspiration from the tougher punk-style ensembles that incorporate delicate floral prints; a blouse bedecked in beautiful blooms paired with a leather skirt and knee-high boots is a fun look that’s equal parts feminine and edgy; perfect for both the office and after work drinks.

If the beach is your fave summertime destination, surfergirl hibiscus prints are hotter than ever – how about a bold jumpsuit in this playful print?

Don’t be afraid of experimenting with interesting colourways and layered prints; up the ante with primary brights contrasting against pastels and lighter shades, or opt for 2019’s trendy tones of teal, peach and marigold. Feeling brave?

Stand out from the crowd with a daringly feminine combo of a flowery dress and plaid blazer.

While loud and bold is the look of the moment, let’s not forget about the elegant and classy; paler and prettier tones are still in style, and wrap dresses, ruched midi skirts and playsuits in pretty pastel florals are spring/summer 2019’s favourite silhouettes.

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If it suits

By Tracey Edwardes

Suits are head-turning, confidence-creating and fabulously flattering – and have now relaxed into an exciting wardrobe staple. We check out the hottest suit styles for the coming season, to take us into 2020.

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hile women once minced in demure pencil-skirt and jackets of the 1930s and 40s, this season’s trouser suits are taking bigger, bolder strides leading into the next decade.

Anything goes in the material stakes. Ice-cream coloured pastels are a delicious summery wardrobe

treat, while on the other end of the fabric spectrum, tweeds are teaming up as dapper trouser suits for dames. Everything goes, from slippery velvets, breathable summerweight silk, perhaps black and white in a stylish wool-blend, hot fuchsia in cool linen, or metallic in modal. Suits make a unique statement.

Individual personality this season takes the suit far, far away from

any corporate connotations – it’s all about suiting up and owning your own style. Celebrities from Michelle Obama to our royal influencers are flaunting floralbombed patterning to gorgeous blocks of colours and timeless neutrals. In cute or courageous original outfits – the cue is to make your own mark.

Wide pants are swishy, slouchy comfort to the max – quite the opposite to what you’d expect to feel in the usual tailored two-piece. Go high-waisted and wide-legged from the hip, or do a glam Charlie’s Angel-style ’70s flare from the knee. Larger jackets have lots of wiggle room with full-on sleeves still a big fave.

Teamed with high-rise heels or chunky flats – this look is quick to transform from daytime to drinkstime at the flick of a heel.

Cinched in via a wide tied belt or beautiful tailoring to show off the waist, a suit jacket adds flattering femininity. But equally so, the baggier, edgy boyfriend blazer will be strutting most of our streets, paired with perfectly matching pants. Structured shoulders are invited to team up with slouchy-crotched trousers.

Tiny fitted tops are tasteful under long languid jackets; juxtaposition is, after all, hip.

Flattering for every figure, suits suit most bods. The silhouetteslinking sameness will elongate the shorter stature, and jackets and pants can be made to skim over or figure-hug any feature.

No matter how casual the suit is stitched up, the wearer will always look somewhat polished and purposely dressed. Don’t forget, a tailor can alter any part of an otherwise perfect suit. Think about buying a suit that will look good with most of your summer shirts.

Emulate a dramatic three-piece with a matching coloured top.

Plunging necklines also render a sassy suit, creating a sizzling contender to the little black dress.

And worth every penny is the suit’s sassy versatility in all weathers. Throw the jacket over the back of a chair and you instantly have a cooler, different look. There’s no need to find that co-ordinating summer jacket either – phew. It’s really a great two-in-one investment!

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Spring Begins Here

Spring has never looked lovelier than at Made in the Shade, with new stock arriving daily. From the vivaciously vivid to the dreamy pastel palette; from jaunty French-style “oh là là” tops to star-spangly sweaters; and from snazzy stripes to classy but classic check trousers, there’s something here for every gal looking to look a cut above the rest.

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This season’s trends feature tops with beautiful motif decoration; cute ’n’ crisp cropped cotton jackets; elegant widelegged pants, and the colour green makes a welcome return in a wonderful variety of shades.

New Zealand-made brands, like Anne Mardell and Mardee, provide clever coordinate combos that deliver a different look every day, while Optimum showcases a stunning range of fine gauge knitwear for our warmer months; Optimum also offers a bespoke service of knitting special garments to order for individual customers.

For an unforgettable wedding ensemble or after-five outfit, New Zealand’s Bitter Moon have skirts and dresses to add sparkle to your special occasion.

NYDJ’s jeans make every bottom bootylicious, but if it’s bottom lift and tummy tuck that you’re after, then Canadian label Lisette is for you.

Globetrotters will love the exquisite European fine linens range – ideal for hassle-free packing and travelling in style.

Yes ladies, spring begins at Made in the Shade; pop in and be inspired - your wardrobe will love you for it!

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Pamper your smile Does having an enjoyable experience at the dentist seem like an alien concept? Too many of us are still likely to be apprehensive about our visits to the dentist, but one Christchurch practice aims to make that fear a thing of the past.

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ou can’t help but relax the moment you walk through the door at Christchurch Boutique Dental. The reception area is light, bright and comfortable with couches and easy chairs. It’s an atmosphere more like a spa or a hotel than a dental practice. “We want our patients to feel pampered and to look forward to their dental visits,” says dental surgeon Dr David Kao. The pampering extends to the clinical expertise offered by the practice. Dr Kao has dedicated his clinic to making high-end dentistry affordable. He has a passion for the precision

of microscope-enhanced treatments that are minimally invasive for the patient and that deliver the best possible results.

“Using an operating microscope allows dentistry to be performed on a level that was previously unheard of.”

Christchurch Boutique Dental is one of a kind in other ways too. It is the only practice in the country that offers not only general dentistry, but the full range of advanced dentistry specialities as well – orthodontics, complex root canals, surgical wisdom tooth extraction, implants and gum grafts. “We go the extra mile

to ensure our treatments are tailored to our patients’ needs and that our care changes their lives.”

Find Christchurch Boutique Dental at 105 Wainui Street, Riccarton. Phone 03 925 9929 or email info@boutiquedental.co.nz.

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They moved on 2 September to their new prime-spot location on Williams Street, Kaiapoi, and with a spectacular 16 metre display window, owner Suzie Lambert can’t wait to get creative, for when it comes to Kaiapoi Florist & Gifts, Suzie says it’s all about the senses.

A natural nutrient boost could be your key to optimum health.

Sight – The impact of colour in this large, airy space of massed flowers, bouquets, potted colour, pots and vases, and exquisite French Country silk flowers (the biggest selection in Christchurch, which can be arranged in customers’ own vases) is visually stunning.

Sound – The tiered water fountain with its gentle trickle of water makes for a soothing background accompaniment while wandering through this delightful flowery bowery.

Smell – Bask in a myriad of flower scents, then nuzzle your nose amongst the heavenly scented candles and diffusers from Mor (Marshmallow, Peony, Pomegranate, Belladonna, Snow Gardenia and Lychee Flower), the food-fragranced Waxglo collection and new room-scenting ranges from Australia and America. What an olfactory oasis!

Taste – If it’s something sweet you seek to win that special person’s favour, then a box of award-winning Devonport Chocolates, such as the scrumptious Luxurious Chocolate Assortment, will have them surrendering in no time.

Touch – With an extensive giftware range that’s ever-changing, take time to inspect frames, mirrors, ornaments and household ware, unique cards-to-cherish and so much more.

“Our flowers are always different,” Suzie says, “That’s why our customers love coming here.”

Find Kaiapoi Florist & Gifts at 178E River View Terraces, Williams Street, Kaiapoi. Phone 03 327 6535 or visit www.kaiapoiflorist.co.nz.

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Supplements can help, however most on the market are made using synthetic vitamins and minerals, which studies have shown to be 50 to 70 percent less biologically active than natural ones – meaning our body can’t absorb and utilise them as well.

It’s vital to support our bodies in an age where we are timepoor, over-worked and underrested, and a nutritional boost of natural vitamins, minerals, probiotics and more can assist with a range of health concerns and deficiencies.

Kiki Health supplements and superfoods have just launched at Nicola Quinn in Merivale for the first time in New Zealand, and are natural, organic and GMO-free.

Their carefully selected ingredients are sourced ethically from remote areas of the world where they grow best, and are either raw, carefully cold-pressed or naturally dried to retain their benefits. The products are also completely free from fillers, additives and synthetics, meaning only pure and potent nutrients. Some powerful products in the range include alkalising powder, green superfood and Acai powders, marine collagen, hemp protein, probiotics and more, each with benefits specific to different health concerns.

To learn more and purchase Kiki Health products, visit Nicola Quinn Beauty & Day Spa, Merivale.

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Fashion for the busy woman The beautiful Key Black boutique in Cashmere will offer you locally made and designed styles for your curves.

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pecialising in foundation garments and styles you can work into your everyday wardrobe, the Key Black label is perfect for a busy woman’s lifestyle; easy to wear and easy to care for garments designed to mix and match from season to season.

Designer and stylist Rachelle Varnham believes shopping smarter is crucial. “You need to invest wisely to make sure you are maximising your purchases. If you do not wear 100 percent of your wardrobe, you are doing it wrong.”

Designed to mix and match, Key Black’s ‘Whaea’ collection features sharp angles and trims to make a subtle statement. The new ‘Fly High’ collection is arriving in store now and consists of feminine and floaty styles that will be teamed with tailored jackets and dusters to fit all your

spring and summer occasions.

To make sure they have all shapes covered, Key Black includes New Zealand-design favourites like ‘The Carpenters Daughter’, which has been dressing curvy girls with attitude for more than 30 years.

‘Valpy’ is another favourite. Exclusive to Key Black and made here in Canterbury, ‘Valpy’ is all about florals and feminine prints, which complements the solid colours of Key Black’s collections. You will also find some ‘Sabatini’ styles and ‘Juna’ silk dresses.

Learn how to work your wardrobe and wear styles with confidence with free personal or group styling. Book through the website www.keyblack. co.nz, or phone 03 337 1495. Find the boutique at 27A Colombo Street, Cashmere, parking out front.

Cellulite Salvation “Even small people have cellulite,” says Wendy Barker, Director of Christchurch beauty and massage favourite Beauty Progress. Cellulite is the accumulation of fat cells in the form of clusters, given a dimpled appearance or ‘orange peel’ skin.

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massage uses the Lympho serum, plus Vasco Artera which together leave lower limbs and heavy legs feeling lighter with an improvement of the orange peel skin visible at the end of treatment. Wendy recommends one treatment session per week,

for six weeks. You can use Vasco Artera at home as well.

Wendy also offers the incredible range of Gernétic facials. Wendy selects from the incredible range of therapeutic products to create a facial that is tailored to your skin and its issues. A cult brand from France, Gernétic skincare products work at cellular level, stimulating the natural healing capabilities of

the skin. “At Beauty Progress we take an entirely natural approach to skin therapy, and we believe that a mature skin can be full of life and vitality, firm and hydrated, while oily, acne prone, dry, scarred, red or hyperpigmented skin can be enhanced as well,” Wendy says.

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Best foot forward It’s been six months since Mikko Shoes arrived in Christchurch and opened its beautiful Victoria Street store. After a busy winter, the familyowned company has been preparing for the warm season ahead.

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etropol sat down with Mikko’s founder, Michaela Longstaff, to discuss some of the new trends arriving in store now.

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What are the key trends to look out for this coming spring/summer?

Each new season we look for the vibrant new styles that are on trend, while ensuring they still feel classic enough to last for years to come. A great example of this is animal print – a huge trend for spring, but in our opinion, it’s now a neutral. This season the print du jour is the subtle, sophisticated snakeskin texture – we’re huge fans.

How about new colour palettes?

It’s all about those citrus and sorbet tones. From peppermint and seafoam to tangy tangerine, we can’t get enough of these dreamy feminine and joyfully bold colours that bring grace and energy to summer dressing.

What new shapes are you excited about this season?

There are so many beautiful, interesting heel shapes. Our elegant courts range includes styles with sculptured, art deco inspired heels which add gorgeous sophistication.

And of course, Mikko shoes come in premium, soft leather and offer foot support. Comfort has never been so fashionable.

Pop in to 143 Victoria Street, Christchurch, to see Mikko’s experienced styling team for a personalised fitting. There is something to suit everyone this season from their unparalleled collection of heritage, handcrafted European brands.

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More than dentistry From the start of her career, Jiljane Delaney from Simply Smiles has always been focused on improving health.

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ith a strong lean toward teaching throughout her family line, she has always seen her job as more than just cleaning teeth.

Recently, Jiljane undertook a diploma in Life Coaching to help her improve their service. In her mind, dental hygiene treatment is more than simply scaling and cleaning teeth and you will find this out for yourself when you attend her clinic. Jiljane is incorporating coaching tools along with her vast experience as a clinician to help her

clients get the most from the appointment and improve their oral health status.

What you can expect from their service: full oral health assessment, a discussion around your needs, fears, and hopes, thorough debridement of all the surfaces of your teeth and a personalised plan to get you moving toward health. The new client appointment is an hour and Jiljane desires that no client feels like a number in her day, but rather a relationship is built and an agreement as to how

you can get to your oral health goals.

“With the whole person in mind, we educate, inform and coach our clients toward health.

We support our team to allow exceptional integrity in our service to our clients. By serving

one client at a time, keeping the focus on the whole client, we will bring health to the person, family, and community.”

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While a larger bust can be aesthetically pleasing to some and even a source of envy to others, it might not be such a delight to its owner. The weight of the breasts can cause back, neck and shoulder pain, deep grooves from bra straps in the shoulders and restrict movement. Furthermore, the emotional toll can be immense – unwanted attention that begins in teenage years can be excruciating with women feeling defined by their large breasts, while obtaining comfortable and attractive bra support and finding great clothes that fit and flatter becomes a lifelong pursuit.

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raditional breast reduction surgery is expensive and only a very small proportion of applicants each year get to have the procedure within the public system. Traditional breast reduction surgery also needs to be carried out by plastic or general surgeons.

However, the fantastic news is that breast reduction procedures using tumescent liposuction have been developed and practised by dermatological surgeons such as Grant Bellaney, skin and fat specialist and founder of the Encorė Cosmetic Clinic. “Most breasts, particularly in women over the age of 40, consist of 40 to 60 percent fat, so the removal of some of that fat through a procedure called tumescent liposuction can give a significant reduction in breast size,” Grant says.

Producing extremely good results, the procedure is suitable for all ages, particularly those over the age of 40. It was first used in the 1980s and has an outstanding safety

record. The list of advantages over traditional breast reduction surgery include use of tumescent rather than general anaesthetic, key hole surgery resulting in fast healing and little or no scarring, and it is a day procedure with a faster recovery time.

“There are also fewer side effects. With traditional surgery about 10 to 25 percent of patients can experience a loss of sensitivity in the nipples or an inability to breastfeed afterwards. With tumescent liposuction, the risk reduces to less than one percent,” Grant says.

Dr Bellaney is the only specialist in the South Island performing this technique and has successfully performed this procedure on hundreds of women over the last 10 years. For more information, phone the day surgery clinic, situated at 248 Papanui Road Merivale, on 03 356 0214, or visit the website www.encorehealth.co.nz.

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One of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in New Zealand is bowel cancer.

In fact, we have one of the highest percentages of bowel cancer in the world.

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owel cancer can occur at any age but is more common after the age of 50 years. Risk factors include a strong family history, a diet high in fat and low in fruit and vegetables, lack of exercise, smoking and inflammatory bowel disease.

Screening with tests such as a CT colonography means bowel cancers can be detected early before symptoms even develop, significantly improving outcomes for many patients.

CT colonography is a CT (computerised tomography) scan of the abdomen, which produces a series of low dose, cross-sectional x-ray images. These images are

then processed by powerful computer programs into 3D pictures showing bones, blood vessels and soft tissues such as the large bowel.

At Pacific Radiology Canterbury, we are fortunate to have some of the most experienced CT colonography radiologists (doctors who read medical imaging) anywhere in New Zealand or Australia.

“Pacific Radiology uses some of the finest CT scanning equipment and software accessible today,” Managing Radiologist for Canterbury, Dr Jeremy Sharr says.

“We are constantly striving to improve our service so that

the patient is getting the best medical imaging available.”

CT colonography is a highly accurate examination which can detect clinically significant growths or polyps in the bowel that may become cancerous.

It is a safe, non-invasive and sedation-free alternative to a colonoscopy. No scopes are required. During the procedure only a small tube is placed in the bottom through which some air is used to help distend the bowel for clearer images.

The day before the scan patients are required to take some preparation for the examination to clear out the bowel. On the day of the

procedure, patients have a small drink of contrast to help improve the visibility of the bowel on the scan.

Symptoms of bowel cancer are often non-specific but can include a continual change in bowel habits, the presence of blood in the stool, abdominal discomfort or pain, unexplained weight loss and bloating. Sometimes there are no symptoms. Early detection is a key defence against bowel cancer and screening tests are recommended for those at risk.

Please contact your doctor if you have any concerns about your health.

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Canterbury Bride

Destination Honeymoon

By Tracey Edwardes

The honeymoon; that blissful life event in both time and place, when you get to have your new spouse all to yourself.

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owadays, honeymoons are an evolving rehash on tradition, to fit in with our unique and crazy lifestyles, and new possibilities the world has to offer. Nonetheless, they are best totally tailormade to each twosome.

One thing is for sure, ironically even the most spontaneous adventures are best well planned. Booking your honeymoon in advance is always the best adage. This is to take full advantage of lucrative flight deals, exclusive sought-after accommodation and perhaps

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that coveted honeymoon suite.

To be assured of getting in to the resort which has the most azure waters, or the room with the best views, it’s the early bride and groom that gets rewarded.

It’s one big important job out of the way too, while wedding frivolities are filling up the diary.

There is plenty of evidence to suggests that looking forward to a holiday is just as pleasurable as being on one! Have the travel wallet ready on the mantelpiece and start dreaming.

The destination and budget may not be a problem, but time

is increasingly of greater issue to couples. Mini-moons are bitesized holidays, where you can snatch say a luxury three-day romance across the ditch, and then save the fortnight full-on safari for a year down the track.

It is sure to keep the flames of love flickering.

If you have a ho-hum budget, lavish it up locally and go 5-star all the way, without the travel expense. You’ll be far too busy looking into each other’s eyes to notice the familiar scenery anyway. Just be sure you are tucked away from everyone you know. Also, many new resorts and hotels have amazing opening specials. You could nab a 5-star experience for a 3-star price. This is where a travel agent in the know can be a godsend.

Honeymoons can have another purpose, perhaps to learn a new skill or share a mutual passion or hobby, even one that got you together in the first place. Perhaps a culinary educational tour for foodies or a cycle adventure. Find a romantic city and immerse yourselves in every crevice of its art and culture scene. Or flee straight to

where the snow is falling and ski your hearts out. Eco-based holidays are also a choice of heart.

What lures most couples though is sunny beaches where toes entwine in white sand – with frozen margaritas to cool off. Sigh. There are romantic clichés for a reason. Check out resorts that families are unlikely to flock to. Pick the quiet season, or a secret spot with no crowds. Choose a cruise that’s not a party ship - one where you can have the option of dining and reclining alone together under the full moon.

Don’t forget to tell everyone, from the airline to hotels and restaurants, that this is your honeymoon. You never know your luck; many people in the tourism industry are only too pleased to dish out the royal romantic treatment.

Occurring once in a blue moon, this is the holiday that you’ll be asked to talk about until the end of time. The photos will up there with the wedding pics. So, make it a magical, memorable one – or two.

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he V For Hair and Beauty team has all the latest techniques and products to make embracing your grey easy, Master Stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee says. “You don’t need or want flat, dull grey hair. We can give you a shimmering sexy blonde or cool iris sparkle, or many more to embrace the grey.”

You don’t want to live at your hairdressers, so rather than leaving a harsh regrowth line, their techniques will disguise new growth with a soft, flattering look. “We understand that as your grey hair comes in you still want to look great. A great cut also plays a big part in this; you want a cut that enhances your features.”

Head in for a complimentary consultation with one of their specialists in going grey gracefully. After all, V For Hair and Beauty ‘gets’ grey hair and takes great pride in making ladies feel beautiful.

The perfect fit Purchasing an engagement ring is an exciting milestone and there’s plenty to consider when making this significant decision.

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hankfully, the highly-skilled team at Via Sollertia Jewellers can help streamline the process, with handy tips, friendly service and expertise.

Before purchasing or having something special custom-made, it’s important to consider your stone choice.

Diamonds and sapphires are known to be harder-wearing, but if you have another stone in mind, the setting design can be adjusted to suit for daily practicality.

Of course, the engagement is just the beginning, so it also pays to think ahead and factor in wedding and eternity rings that will fit together in the future.

The important thing is not to feel overwhelmed by the process, that’s where the Via Sollertia staff can help.

It’s easy to overcomplicate the design and it becomes a chore, rather than the enjoyable experience it should be.

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A versatile venue with catering T A chance encounter led Cassandra and Julia to discover the perfect venue – the Rangiora Function Centre – and Jubilee Events was formed. The talented duo are now busy hosting a range of events, including birthday celebrations, corporate functions, club events and weddings.

he venue offers one of the largest and most versatile spaces in North Canterbury. It can be divided to create two separate spaces for smaller gatherings or used to full capacity for larger events of up to 250. Catering, with an emphasis on old-fashioned favourites, is baked fresh onsite and the team love to create menus that are unique to each event and fit within any budget.

They are happy to discuss any catering requests, and also provide out-catering services.

“Our mantra really is – your

day, your way,” say Cassandra and Julia. “Pop along to see us at the function centre, when we will be open as a café selling fresh baked treats and good oldfashioned counter food for the Soroptimist Fair on 22 October, and for Rangiora Show Day on 26 October. It’s a great chance to view the venue at the same time.”

If you are ready to take the stress out of planning your next event, email hello@jubilee-events. co.nz or call Julia on 027 229 3159. For more info, visit the Facebook page www.facebook. com/Jubilee-Events.

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The Function Centre can cater to all your event needs – corporate and private – with a wide range of options available. Catering is available on site or for delivery.

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A passion for real estate Just as no two homes are identical, real estate agents also come in their own unique package.

Now a team of three, Marijke Sheppard and PA Nicola Stokes have welcomed Amy Sheppard to the team. Amy joins Marijke as a salesperson for Ray White Rangiora after six years as a website designer and developer, bringing with her a degree in Visual Communication, which Marijke says is ideal in this everchanging world.

Although new to the industry, Amy has a serious passion for the North Canterbury area and her strong work ethic, coupled with her social media and marketing skills, make her a valuable member of this dynamic real estate team, adding another dimension to the group.

The team endeavours to provide the very best service they can. With Marijke’s

experience, the team’s attention to detail, plus the diverse collective skillset they offer, this team provides a professional 10/10 experience for all clients, from the very first point of contact to the final sign off.

“It is important that we, as sales professionals, are knowledgeable, up to date, well-informed and can be trusted to communicate effectively to our clients,” Marijke says.

“Our goal is to ensure that all of our clients get the very best,” she adds.

For more information, phone Marijke (pronounced Marye-ka) for a chat on 027 461 6127, email marijke.sheppard@ raywhite.com or visit raywhitemorrisandco.co.nz Morris and Co Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008).

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Ginger Berry Fizz We’re all about mocktails at the moment and Seedlip is the drink to drink when you don’t want to ‘drink’.

Ingredients 50ml Seedlip Grove 42 1 tsp plum or berry jam 1 chunk fresh ginger, approx.

1cm thick All Good Apple & Blackcurrant switchel** Ice cubes

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Method Add Seedlip Grove, jam and ginger into a shaker with ice.

Shake well.

Double strain into a tumbler.

Double straining ensures you will not have any bits of jam berries or ginger chunks in your drink.

Add ice into tumbler.

Top with switchel.

Gently stir to mix.

Garnish with crystallised ginger or fresh ginger.

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lended and bottled in the UK, Seedlip boasts many tempting qualities – say goodbye to calories, sugar and artificial sweeteners and hello to quality. The three fantastic flavours – ‘Garden 108’, ‘Spice 94’ and

‘Grove 42’ - are massively popular worldwide, with its NZ launch in February 2018 seeing the first shipment gone in one week!

You too can master the mocktail with this Ginger Berry Fizz recipe.

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Prawn Dumplings with Chilli Chinkiang Vinegar MAKES ABOUT

60 If I ever decide to open a restaurant, dumplings would feature prominently on the menu. There is something incredibly satisfying about making dumplings and eating them is even more gratifying. So expect to find not just one dumpling recipe in this cookbook.

60 wonton wrappers FILLING 300g raw prawn meat, finely chopped 100g white or savoy cabbage, finely shredded 1 medium carrot, finely shredded 1 cup chopped English spinach 2 large cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely grated 20g ginger, peeled and coarsely grated 2 large stalks spring onions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander leaves and stems 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon cracked white pepper 2 teaspoons cornflour

DRESSING 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce 4 tablespoons Chinkiang black vinegar 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 teaspoons chilli oil 4 teaspoons raw sugar ¾ teaspoon Szechuan pepper 1-2 large red chilli, finely diced 2 rounded tablespoons finely sliced coriander stems and roots 3-4 spring onion stalks, finely sliced TOPPING Black Bean XO Sauce 1-2 spring onion stalks, finely chopped Crispy shallots

Recipe from Cook & Feast by Audra Morrice (Landmark Books, $39.99)

Method Microwave the shredded the cabbage for one minute, then squeeze out as much of the moisture as possible between your palms. Do the same for the carrot and English spinach.

Place all the ingredients for the filling in a large glass bowl and mix until well combined. I find it easiest to use a large fork to stir, followed by a spoon to finish off the mixing. This will ensure you don’t compress and mush up the mixture too much.

For the dressing, mix all its ingredients in a glass jar. This can be made a few days

in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week or two.

To wrap a dumpling, place one teaspoon of the filling in the middle of a wonton wrapper. Dab the edges of half the wrapper with water, then fold the wrapper over the filling to make a triangle.

Seal the dumpling by gently pressing outwards from the filling to the edges to ensure that there are no air pockets.

Hold the dumpling with the long side of the triangle away from you and bring the two sealed edges of the wrapper to the bottom. Secure by putting a tiny bit

of water on one of the edges, overlapping with the other, and pressing gently.

Repeat with all the filling and wrappers.

Bring a medium to large saucepan of water to the boil. Poach the dumplings a bunch at a time, taking care not to overcrowd the saucepan. The dumplings will float when they are cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in individual bowls or a large plate. Sprinkle over the black vinegar chilli dressing, a dollop of my Black Bean XO Sauce (recipe in book) and scatter with chopped spring onions and crispy shallots.

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ith a consistent W focus on delivering customers innovative and curious creations, BurgerFuel are now championing hemp on the menu, with a new, limited-edition burger.

iron, protein, iodine, zinc and omegas, the burgers’ various components are comprised of hemp seed in three forms; whole seed, oil and powder.

The pūhā and cabbage kraut, a zesty probiotic 100% vegan and 100% blend of super greens, rich locally sourced, in vitamin A and K, adds a Electric Pūhā is a first for distinctive taste and this Kiwi brand. It has a amplifies the nutritional nutrient-rich line-up of value of Electric Pūhā. hemp and broccoli bites, The mix is made up of a pūhā and cabbage kraut fermented cabbage, and hemp seed oil aioli. spinach, kale, seaweed Combined with fresh rocket, and the indigenous herb, relish and avocado, the pūhā, carefully selected for ingredients are balanced its properties, provenance by a wholesome organic and flavour profile. hemp sourdough bun.

The finished product is a BurgerFuel have made substantial serving that teaming up with local and not only packs one hell of innovative companies a a punch in flavour, but is focus. Working with Plant good for you too.

Culture, Kaitahi – the Superfood Company, Living Hemp seed is a versatile Goodness and Bread & and sustainable super Butter Café to provide food with an extensive premium, quality list of health benefits. ingredients to bring the A natural way to consume concept to life.

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Electric Pūhā is designed to be enjoyed by everyone, from vegans to healthconscious consumers and those who are curious to try a meal that incorporates the popular culinary trend, hemp, in its ingredients.

The moreish morsels of hemp and broccoli bites that feature in the burger are also available as a side, Hemp & Broc Bites.

These golden balls are chock-full of flavour, coated with breadcrumbs, hemp seeds and roasted pumpkin seeds for a golden crunch and are paired with BurgerFuels batch brewed tomato relish.

Electric Pūhā and Hemp & Broc Bites are available nationwide for a limited time only from September 3rd or while stocks last, with more hemp-based specials in the pipeline this year. burgerfuel.com

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Making Food Safe

As consumers we buy our food from all kinds of outlets – from supermarkets and restaurants to bakeries and burger bars. We eat it, focusing on the way it tastes and the way it makes us feel. Do we tend to think about how safe it is or whether it might be putting us at risk in some way? Those are less likely thoughts we have when we eat.

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ut it is vital that someone is thinking about this and doing everything possible to protect consumers’ health by ensuring that food outlets meet all the necessary requirements

regarding food safety and suitability. In New Zealand any business supplying food must comply with a complex range of such requirements to identify and create awareness

of any potential hazards for the consumer.

These hazards may be in relation to preparation, production, manufacture, packaging, storage, handling, transport or distribution of any food type. Under the Food Act (2014) each business must have a Food Control Plan (FCP) or National Programme (NP), which sets out what steps a food business needs to take to make their food safe. Businesses use the plans to identify risks and show how they’re being managed.

It’s all very well to have the plans, but who makes sure the plans are actually being properly implemented?

Auditing Solutions NZ, based in Christchurch with several regional offices, is a recognised national leader in evaluation or ‘verification’ of food plans and programmes across the wider food industry sectors in this

country. The company holds full accreditation by International Accreditation NZ (IANZ) to ISO:IEC 17020 as an inspection body and is approved and registered by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) as a recognised agency for the evaluation and verification of food control plans.

Auditing Solutions NZ has developed a reputation as a provider of high integrity to numerous food industry customers with its team of experienced professional verifiers. The team has developed excellent customer relationships and is industryfriendly, yet maintains the impartiality required to undertake their respective evaluation and verification roles.

So we as food consumers can rest easy knowing that Auditing Solutions NZ is working diligently with our health and safety in mind.

Recognised national leader in the verification of food control plans and national programmes across the wider food industry sectors in New Zealand.

Our personable team are immersed in this process everyday & are here to assist you.

VERIFY YOUR FOOD CONTROL PLAN

PHONE OUR HELPFUL TEAM

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cuisine Excellent fresh food, home style baking, coffee and service Gluten Free options abound Fresh Home-made baking Underground Coffee Selection of Giftware

Fendalton Village Mall Cnr Ilam & Clyde Rd Ph. 351 4414 Open 7 days Mon-Fri: 7:00-4:00pm Sat-Sun: 7:30-4:00pm

Gold Award Winner

PATISSERIE

YA H AG I

376 Riccarton Rd Church Corner Mall, Upper Riccarton P. 341 7421 www.patisserieyahagi.com

Exceptional culinary choice What can one say about Crisp Café that hasn’t been said already? Locals come from around Christchurch and even as far as Ashburton, just to sample the great eats and beverages from Nick and Sue Leadbeater and their familyrun café. Located at Shop 2 in the heart of the Fendalton Village Shopping Centre, Crisp Café is a warm and friendly family-run business, which you experience the moment you set foot in the door.

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he most unique aspect of Crisp Café is the food on offer, particularly the addition of ketogenic or keto foods to

the menu – keto is based on the concept of high-fat and low-carb. Gluten-free food also makes up more than half

of Crisp Café’s menu, making it the definitive gluten-free go-to in Canterbury. With a stunning selection of sweets, savouries, pies, slices and even some scrumptious cheesecakes, you are well catered for. Basically, if the centrepiece of your diet is of a gluten-free variety, you simply won’t find this level of culinary choice anywhere else.

A hot cup of barista-made coffee is never far away and the fully equipped kitchen is expertly run by Nick and his team. With a new menu proving very popular, and great weekly specials on hand, isn’t it time you visited Crisp Café?

Your inner city local bistro Lunch & Dinner Tuesday - Saturday 128 Lichfield Street | Salt District Christchurch Central book online earl.co.nz 03 365 1147 Let us share the wines, the region and the people of Waipara with you.

Premium, small group tours, customised to your preferences.

Let us introduce you to the wonderful flavors and hospitality of Morocco and provide an unforgettable dining experience.

FOR SEPTEMBER ONLY

Bookings essential!

Ph. Kaye Souter on 027 21 21 221 or visit www.explorewaipara.co.nz

Shop 3/300 Lincoln Road, Addington,Christchurch, P 03 338 2882 infochch@mosaicbysimo.com

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Spring Brunch Delights Popular Kaiapoi eatery Red Eight Café has now introduced its delicious brunch menu every day.

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astry chef Stephanie Reeves, owner of Red Eight, has spruced up the brunch menu for spring, and extended the hours it’s available. From 8am ‘til 2pm daily, except Sunday when it’s closed, the new brunch offerings are up for grabs.

The avocado on rye or rosti is always popular, Stephanie says.

So, too, are the pancakes served with fresh fruit, butterscotch sauce, ice cream and gingernut crumble. Headlining the new menu, however, is the eggs benedict. It’s served on a crispy agria potato rosti with mushrooms and spinach, or bacon, or smoked salmon, and the hollandaise sauce is housemade.

High Tea at Seven Café

TWO NEW FLAVOURS Fresh Mango with cheese foam & Fresh Strawberry with cheese foam

2pm-4pm Daily (Advanced booking only)

Please email

seven@sevencafe.co.nz to make a reservation

What be�eer lunch than whitebait fri�eer and glass of wine while si�iing in our outdoo area in the sun.

Subject to availability

Cnr Riccarton Road & Hansons Lane Christchurch P.(03) 348 1886

Open: Mon-Fri 7.30am-4.00pm Sat & Sun 8.30am-4.00pm

www.sevencafe.co.nz

In fact, everything at Red Eight is house-made.

Stephanie and the team prepare everything right there, every day, including the sauces, aiolis and vinaigrettes. Even the milkshakes (very popular!) are made with sauces from real ingredients. Real bananas, real strawberries. No generic syrups.

That’s how it is at Red Eight.

48 Fitzgerald Ave facebook.com/purplewekacafeandbar

Ph (03) 366 0258

Fully Licensed

“It’s simple food, done well,” Stephanie says. “Tastes delicious and looks good on the plate.”

In addition to the new brunch menu, there’s a cabinet full of scrumptious delights, all, of course, freshly made in house each day. “To me, that’s the sign of a good café – if there’s so much choice that you can’t decide what you want.”

Open 7am ‘til 4pm Monday to Friday and 8am ‘til 4pm on Saturday, Red Eight also offers catering and venue hire.

To contact, phone 03 327 0136. Visit 143 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, or check out the Facebook page.

Red Eight Cafe Open Monday to Saturday

380 RICCARTON ROAD Ben Gong Queen’s Tea queensteabengong

Serving our delicious Brunch Menu everyday 143 Williams St, Kaiapoi P. 03 327-0136

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Hellers new Super Sized Beef Burgers.

Delicious coarse ground beef, combined with onions – these patties are going to need a bigger BBQ!

Melt your Taste Buds with our Gelato…

Artisan gelato and sorbetto served in our boutique gelateria at 5/132 Opawa Road.

Opening hours: 1pm -5.30pm Fri, Sat, Sun. Gelato also available for events and wholesale to restaurants and cafes.

The Gelato Lab Ltd

Contact pippa@thegelatolab.co.nz

An authentic boutique family winery producing powerful, vibrant wines including the 2018 Upper Awatere Sauvignon Blanc, with 5 star reviews!.

Order direct from the vineyard.

Free delivery nationwide.

Clark Estate

sarah@clarkestate.com Phone: 03 579 4752 / 021 386 831 www.clarkestate.com

hellers.co.nz

Kiwi Bacon has a fresh new look!

They’re still the brand Kiwi’s know and trust but have freshened things up with a new-look logo, and an exciting new 100 per cent natural product line they know consumers are going to love.

www.kiwibacon.co.nz

GiftPack Pack for AAGift forany anyOccasion Occasion 500ml Craft 33xx500ml CraftBeer Beer $24.99 $24.99 Available at:

Available Eagle Brewingat: NZ Eagle Brewing NZPub 55Port Riccarton Road Brew | 03 341 6849 & Eagle 55184 Riccarton Road | 03Kaiapoi 341 6849 Williams Street, 03 926 2941

eaglebrewing.nz

European Style Breads Handcrafted in Christchurch NZ the best of both worlds!

Breads of Europe

Ph. 03 381 1048 bakery@breads.co.nz www.breads.co.nz

Rangiora’s newest butchery, with beautiful handcrafted sausages, dry cured meats wild game and home kill processing Doesn’t get more “Fork in Fresh” than this!

Delish Pies, Sandwiches, Pastries, Cakes, Slices and Cookies.

All made FRESH on site daily for you to enjoy!

Fork in Fresh 855 Jones Rd, Rolleston Ph. 03 347 8861 forknfresh@gmail.com

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available.

The Butcher’s Mistress 84 High Street Rangiora Ph. 03 313 7191

Yumm. is your friendly food supplier using locally grown produce and goods baked fresh daily. A great range of luxury pantry items and kitchen equipment from well-known NZ brands. Friendly staff on hand to help!

Yumm.

The Colombo Mall, 363 Colombo St Ph. 03 365 2440 Find them on Instagram yumm.nz

Fancy your own Octoberfest?

We have got all you need for a real German experience.

Café Berlin

9c Normans Road, Strowan.

Ph. 03 355 0932 Like us on Facebook & find us on Instagram Open Tuesday to Saturday

Life’s too short to drink bad wine...

INDULGE IN THE BEST!

CROSS HARES WINE TAI TAPU

Ahuriri Run Pinot Gris and Greenman Pinot Noir grown on the foothills of Banks Peninsula.

True to our roots. sales@crosshares.nz www.crosshares.nz

Visiting Hanmer Springs this Spring?

Check out the Grazing Platters from the Four Square.

We can easily cater for large groups and dietary requirements Smaller platters start from $40.00

Four Square Hanmer Springs Ph.03 315 7190

BALL & CUE

presents Number 8 Christchurch’s premier aperitif has moved online! The rounded cranberry flavour and delicate bitters aspect makes Number 8 the ideal pre-dinner drink to show off this spring.

www.ballandcue.com

Calling all Caterers:

We can help with your gluten free needs: high tea scones and lamingtons have been a hit, loaves of gorgeous gluten free bread, biscuits and savouries available also. Just ring or contact us via email for more information.

Totally Gluten Free Bakery

290B Colombo Street, Sydenham Christchurch 8023. Ph.03 341 1172 sales@glutenfreebakery.co.nz www.glutenfreebakery.co.nz

Crazy Daves is an independently family owned retail produce store based in the heart of Riccarton. We specialize in fresh fruit and vegetables exclusively and have the largest range in Christchurch.

Come in and see us.

We are open seven days.

Like our Facebook page for our regular specials CRAZY DAVES the Fruit & Vege Specialist 227 Blenheim Road, Riccarton

Treat your inner bread and pastry connoisseur and fall in love with Jerry & George Artisan Bakers.

Our authentic Sourdough Breads and Pastries can be found at Friday: Ohoka Farmers Market and The Colombo Mall Saturday: Mt Pleasant Farmers Market and The New Brighton Seaside Market Ph. 022 635 0332

sourdough@jerryandgeorge.nz

The Finest Fried Chicken in Town Empire Chicken has been supplying Canterbury with a delectable array of fried chicken offerings. Dubbed the best in Christchurch by many, we work hard to uphold that title in everything we do.

Local, happy, sustainable, delicious.

Coming soon to the new Riverside Farmers Market, come and check us out at 98 Oxford Terrace.

Empire Chicken

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Ingredients

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3 cups Coco Munch 170g coconut oil 1 cup desiccated coconut 12 pieces dark chocolate ½ cup pumpkin seeds Freeze-dried raspberries (crushed a little)

Method 1.

Coco Munch Coco Crackles

2.

Melt dark chocolate in the microwave until runny.

Drizzle half a teaspoon on top of each crackle cake and then decorate with freeze dried raspberries (or any toppings of your fancy).

3.

Refrigerate until set (30 minutes) and enjoy!

A healthier twist on an old favourite, this Coco Crackles recipe uses Blue Frog’s latest release, Coco Munch. It tastes ridiculously good and contains 60 percent less sugar than market competitors.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Ready in: 40 minutes

Melt the coconut oil in a saucepan. Mix Coco Munch, desiccated coconut and pumpkin seeds together in a bowl, add melted coconut oil and mix well. Spoon the mixture into patty cake papers.

IndulgeFood Yourself With Gorgeous Gorgeous Food…

Colonial Styled and themed reminiscent of the Indian Prohibition period.

Freshly baked, healthy, handmade on the premises, gorgeous takeaway food.

Delicious Southern Indian Menu including vegetarian and seafood offerings, with tapas-style dishes.

Try our wheat beer infused with cardamom and ginger, brewed

by Three Boys Brewery, especially for The Permit Room.

Gorgeous Food P. 03 925 9280

779 Colombo St

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www.permitroom.co.nz

Open 6 days | 66/68 Springs Road, Wigram Retail Shop 03 344 6043 Kitchen 03 344 6044 www.gorgeousfood.co.nz

On with the show MARKET PLACE No matter how magnificent the show, the evening isn’t complete without perfect pre-theatre dining. The divine Market Place Restaurant at Crowne Plaza is just a five-minute walk from three of Christchurch’s premier performance venues: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano.

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arket Place’s popular pretheatre menu is available between 5:30 and 7:30pm, and is amazing value at $49 per person for entrée and main, or main and dessert, with a drink included! Showcasing Canterbury, the seasonal menu, created by Executive Chef Hamish Watt, features suppliers such as Akaroa Salmon, Wakanui Beef, Mountain River Venison, and Robinsons Bay Olive Oil. As well as being a supporter of the flourishing future of our city, Market Place Restaurant

SAVE 10-20%ron every orde y er PLUS First Deliv Fee FREE!

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takes its name from the city’s pioneer era and the first commercial centre of Christchurch, the Market Place, which was located across the road where picturesque Victoria Square now sits. Here, town and country met to exchange fresh produce, livestock and manufactured goods in a central location. Local historians have also pointed out that one of city’s first hospitality establishments, the ‘Golden Fleece’, once occupied the same site as the Crowne Plaza.

If you’re not in search of a

comprehensive dinner, Crowne Plaza also proudly presents the modern Social Wine Bar on the ground floor. It’s the perfect spot for a drink or light meal to start your evening, and offers

an impressive range of cocktails.

With their new dessert wine and cheese board special available, a visit after the show is also a must. You never know who else you’ll see at Social!

ducing Intro to the

CHRISTCHURCH

Marketplace

We are the ONLY Food Delivery service offering you the complete PACKAGE DEAL! Takeaways, Food/ Groceries delivery.

Book a table at a Restaurant through our App or Website

No hidden delivery fee No markup of restaurant/grocery menu for our customers

www.deliveryexpress.co.nz Ph. 0204 1041 988

Empower yourself to eat healthy Get 20% off your first delivery use promo code metropol20 Select your plan and customise it to your needs.

Every Sunday and Monday we’ll deliver to your door your meal box containing fresh, local and responsibly sourced ingredients for either three or five meals. Flexible meal plan options offered.

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Café and gifts combine

If you’ve visited Waikari recently, you’ll know Pam’s Café & Gifts is the perfect place to stop for quality food and a great coffee. What makes it even better is the range of unique giftware on display offering something for everyone.

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n the two years it has been at its current location, locals and visitors alike have been making the shop their first port of call when they’re in the Canterbury town.

Owner Pam Burrows says the secret lies in their range

FABULOUS FOOD COFFEE & GIFTS

of quality homestyle food and Hummingbird coffee. Currently, the most popular items on the menu are the decadent carrot cake and date loaf, which are made on-site, using all-natural ingredients, and taste “just like grandma used to make”.

Legendary

Fashionwear & Lifestyle Clothing & Swimwear

There is also an extensive breakfast and lunch menu available, and the scones, pies and afghan cookies all receive rave reviews.

If the sun is shining, guests can make the most of the outdoor seating, or stay indoors enjoying the warmth of the conservatory.

In the gift shop, you’ll find homemade jam, baby wear, women’s ponchos, manuka products, toys, cards, quirky

signs and more.

Pam has recently introduced a mobile coffee cart to the business, which is now available for events. From Thursday through to Sunday, the café is also open late serving fish and chips.

Next time you’re passing through Waikari, make sure Pam’s Café & Gifts is your first stop on the journey. For more information, phone 03 314 4644.

ENTERTAINERS DREAM

SALE Opening Hours Mon-Wed 7am -4.30pm Thur 7am -7pm Fri 7am -8pm Sat & Sun 9am -7pm

Hanmer Springs Memorial Hall

OPENING

Friday 4th October 3pm-6pm

Saturday 5th October From 10am

Mon 6th October From 10am

8 Weka Pass Road WAIKARI Ph.03 3144644 68 September 12, 2019 Metropol

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Time for a girl’s weekend!

Just imagine it; a group of your best women friends gathered together, stitching, sewing and crafting to your heart’s content. Better yet, you’re out of the city, away from all the hustle and bustle, relaxing in the jewel in Canterbury’s crown – Hanmer Springs.

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ecause although Hanmer Springs is an attractive yearround holiday destination for adventure, it’s also the best spot for relaxation and indulgence.

With discounts and goodie bags available, a stitching retreat at the ever-popular MickeyRaes Gifts & Crafts store in the Boulder Point Precinct at 8 Chisholm Crescent might be just what the doctor ordered!

After turning her talented hand to exquisite handmade crafts for the past 30 years, Wendy Lamont opened the popular store more than 18 months ago and, while there is a beautiful range of giftware here, it’s the haberdashery, fabrics, sewing and knitting supplies and craft kits where MickeyRaes excels.

Crafts such as knitting, crochet, sewing and quilting have been experiencing a serious resurgence and MickeyRaes is right there with everything you need to start dabbling in the arts. Craft kits provide everything you need to keep you busy and there’s a range of books to teach you what you need to know.

So grab a gaggle of your best gals, book in for some muchneeded R&R and Wendy can show you just how relaxing crafting can be. Book now to get group discounts, phone 03 315 5383 or visit www.boulder-point. nz/mickey-raes/.

Accommodation is available at Hanmer Springs Forest Camp, which is ideal for retreats.

Contact Donna Knight on 03 315 7202.

Come and enjoy

Springtime Dining in our stunning Garden

2 Highfield St, Culverden Call 03-315 8492

The Pied Piper of Hanmer

Join the Hanmer Bakery gourmet pie fans and head on down to our fabulous bakery located in the heart of Hanmer Open from early morning until late afternoon 7 days a week, 6am - 4pm.

Shop 6, Village Shopping Mall Hanmer Springs 7334 Phone: 03 315 7714 Email: cherpet191@hotmail.com

Our Chef Delivers the Best Meals in Town...

Luxury 5 Gold Accommodation with the personal touch

Join us at the Old Post Office Restaurant and receive 10% discount on your total food bill.

Luxurious 5* Gold Apartments, warm & cosy for these cooler months, all with Gas Fires, Underfloor Heating and stunning views. Centrally located in the Heart of the Village – yet so quiet and relaxing.

OUT AND ABOUT!

This is where we will be popping up over the next couple of months

Boulevard Day

Ashburton Monday 23rd September

The Christmas Country Fete

Lyddington Mt Thomas Road Fernside Thursday 31st October

(T&C’s apply)

Geraldine Summer Fete

Geraldine Thursday 7th November

Ph. 027 591 1832

www.kjole.co.nz

2 Jacks Pass Road, Hanmer Springs Ph. 03 315 7461

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By Clementine Page

Black has long evoked a sense of luxury, indulgence and dramatic sophistication, and it never goes out of style. Throughout the year we’ve seen interior designers opting for bold, dark and sultry, welcoming all shades of ebony from the kitchen to the bedroom. Now black is stealing the spotlight from the traditional white bathroom we’ve adored for what feels like centuries. Feeling a little wary of this dramatic colour?

We’ll guide you through the ins and outs that’ll have you embracing the dark side in no time.

or the bold and the brave, perhaps a whole bathroom makeover is in store. The monochrome traditionalist seeking a bathroom revamp will feel right at home with a statement black feature wall behind an original white vanity, and black tiles are not only arguably more practical than their white counterpart, they’re also incredibly classy too.

Sleek black marble is highly appreciated in modern interior design for its striking stylishness; for that true grandeur, pair with gold or copper bathroom amenities like tapware, sinks and mirrors.

Black also works well as a complementary accent, particularly if you want to play it safe, so consider replacing your existing faucets, shower head, radiator and other fixtures with raw black versions.

Industrial-inspired elements in black are also oh-sotrendy this year thanks to their minimalist look that’s equal parts rugged and refined.

So why not take a walk on the dark side – your bathroom will thank you for it.

SLABS BY DESIGN

Piccadilly Bookshop in Avonhead Mall for the most amazing selection of fiction and non fiction books in Christchurch.

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Cnr. Merrin and Withells, Avonhead Phone 03-358 4835

www.piccadillybooks.co.nz

Meeting your framing needs With that crazy time of year approaching fast, now is the time to think about getting those artworks framed or that photograph printed onto canvas or fine art paper.

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or a special Christmas gift, make Framemakers in Woodend your one-stop shop.

Owners Lynn and Graham pride themselves on taking the time to ensure their customers make the perfect selection for their artwork.

With a wide range of different frame mouldings and mats to choose from, Lynn says it’s not until the moulding is seen with the artwork that a perfect match is made. “While we often have customers seeking quotations over the phone or by email, this can be challenging because of

the extensive selection available.

Other times, our customers come into the store with a pre-conceived idea of style and colour, but end up selecting something quite different.”

Lynn and Graham say the best idea is to bring your work into the shop and spend some time going over the various options – without obligation. If required, a written quotation can also be provided.

Framemakers can take care of all your framing needs – from sports jerseys, sports memorabilia and medals

Specialists in Bespoke Furniture

to embroideries and cross stitches – and of course, regular artworks and posters. They even have the ability to print large format images and canvases. In fact, Framemakers has taken on

some challenges which other framers have turned away, so if you have something a little challenging to frame, call into the store and have a chat to Graham or Lynn.

Custom Framing and Fine Art Printing All types of art Sports jerseys Stitched works Memorabilia Medals Photographs

Get the Right Style Right Colour Right Size Right For You

Fine art photography printing on canvas or specialist papers

Furniture Dimensions

105 Coleridge Street, Christchurch I Ph.366-7499 www.furnituredimensions.co.nz

03 312 2276

137 Main North Rd, Woodend enquiries@framemakers.co.nz www.framemakers.co.nz

430 ST ASAPH STREET! RECOVER YOUR LOVED FURNITURE

No job too big or small

Still able to offer you the finest top quality new furniture

www.qualityfurniture.co.nz

Hours: 7am-4.30pm Mon-Thurs, Fridays 8am to Midday or by appointment with Keith 027 566 3909

McDONALD

P. 371 7500

HARTSHORNE

QUALITY FURNITURE SPECIALISTS

RE-UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS

KEITH HARTSHORNE 0275 663 909

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home Photography Melanie Jenkins, Flash Studios. Styling Vanessa Nouwen

A study in contrast I Decorating with complementary colours can be a challenging look to pull off, but when everything comes together, the results are memorable. The key is finding the right tones that work together – instead of competing with one another – and then working in a mix of darker and lighter shades.

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n this space, the sofa and the pendant lamp, vase, dish and small retro nesting table in Resene Wishing Well provide high contrast with the Resene Bluetooth walls and Resene Jailbreak console, while the small bowl in Resene Japonica brings in a softer orange to balance out the look and play off tones in the artwork.

Neutral floors in Resene Alabaster lighten things up

and keep the bold tones from becoming overpowering, while the floor rug adds another layer of visual texture.

Other colours that look great with high-octane orange are pewters, deep slates or midnight blues – try Resene Artemis, Resene Fast Forward or Resene Twilight Zone.

Get inspired at your local Resene ColorShop, www.resene.co.nz/colorshops.

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The intricate renovation of a beautiful 1900’s villa by TMT Construction won a Gold Award and was the overall category winner for Renovations up to $500,000 at the recent 2019 Canterbury Master Builders House of the Year awards. Located in Strowan, the extension is so seamless it’s impossible to tell where old meets new.

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he house was also named in the Master Builder Top 100 houses for 2019 and in November, TMT Construction will be competing in the National Awards against the other winners from across New Zealand. Owner and builder Tim Moriarty say the accolades reflect his team’s exceptional

dedication and commitment. “It’s incredibly satisfying to see all our hard work has well and truly paid off – our clients are really happy with their home and we are really proud of the end result.�

Tim’s talent for problem solving and love of working with older-style homes was

ceiling to the new veranda echoes the rimu floors. The handmade elements in the home demonstrate true expert craftsmanship.

Specialising in renovations, as well as architectural homes, Tim established TMT Construction after returning to Christchurch from Sydney with his young family in 2011. The boutique family business prides itself on consistently producing the highest quality work and strives to go above and beyond for the desired result. “At the end of the day, it’s all about keeping our clients happy, and giving them a home they love.�

For more information, visit www.tmtconstruction.co.nz or phone 03 355 3974 to have a chat about your next project.

Architectural Homes & Renovations Proud to be a local Canterbury builder ceating exceptional homes.

Contact us today and see how we can make yourbuilding dreams a reality.

Phone: 03 3553 974 Tim: 022 108 3326 Email: information@tmtconstruction.co.nz

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showcased during the project, with the homeowner’s brief for an additional bedroom and living room extension to accommodate their growing family – while preserving the historic character of the home.

Along with internal French doors flowing into the spacious new living area, new features include a built-in study space hidden behind a handmade large sliding door system, and a woodburner set in a tiled surround, creating a warm, inviting sanctuary. Tim is particularly proud of the handcrafted cedar window joinery, and the rimu panelling that was custom-made on-site to perfectly match the existing home and create a stunning, seamless look. A remarkable

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Spring just can’t help but bring fresh starts, clean closets and a renewed excitement about life and what it has in store.

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by Craig Rogers, knows how to create the perfect outdoor space. Whether entertaining, relaxing, or simply expanding your indoor area, Louvre Solutions can bring your ultimate outdoor environment to fruition.

The louvres move at your command to allow full sunshine, to filter shade or to provide solid rain protection.

Louvre Solutions’ louvre systems are manufactured with quality elements, precision engineering and aesthetic options to realise your vision of the ultimate outdoor space. The patio louvre system is strong and conforms to all wind and snow load requirements. The louvres integrate flawlessly into

into the great outdoors. Louvre Solutions can create a custom space that suits your individual needs with a rain-censored louvre roof, complete with options such as pull-down side screens, LED lighting and heat lamps.

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any architectural style. Louvre Solutions manufactures its louvres from extruded aluminium which offers greater durability than traditional patio covers.

Unlike plastic or fabric, these components will outperform in heat, wind and rain.

“When we started out, these premium products were prohibitively expensive and reserved for the elite. Even with ongoing improvements and advancements in technology to our products, we are able to offer Louvre Solutions at an affordable price to a wider market. We are now able to be accessible to markets from entry-level properties to very high-end spec homes,” Craig explains.

The benefits of a louvre roof are many, ranging from aesthetics to practicality. They are a brilliant addition to homes and can be proactively planned as part of the design/build process or retrofitted once the need is identified postconstruction.

With more than 14 years in the industry, Louvre Solutions’ reputation has been built on a solid foundation. Craig and his team pride themselves on their burgeoning portfolio of repeat and referred business generated through word of mouth, independent builders, architects, landscape architects and building companies.

Louvre Solutions manufactures its products at its Canterbury-based factory.

A louvre roof can be ready for installation within four to six weeks, making today the perfect time to order yours to ensure spring outdoor enjoyment and intelligent preparation for summer.

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WHITE ROOM INTERIORS PAMPER EVENING Guests were treated to drinks, nibbles and the chance to win prizes, whilst viewing exclusive pamper night ranges, including Eygptian cotton bedding brand Lala Linen Lifestyle, Arbonne Skincare and Makeup, and Love & Sadie’s luxury eco soy candles.

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Guest speakers included Julia Field – Arbonne Independent Consultant, Sarah Milne from Love & Sadie and Monique Bohnenn from Lala Linen Lifestyle.

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For the Brown family, copper and brass are like living things that can be transformed into the most amazing products. Before the earthquakes the family owned a vintage hardware and heritage restoration business. February 2011 destroyed that and the Browns needed to find a new direction. Left with just a few elegant period taps, a passion for engineering and a drive to develop the perfect shower, Hydra Plumbing was born.

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oday the company is a bespoke plumbing manufacturer creating showers, basins, taps, baths and sinks predominantly using solid copper and brass. It’s the longevity of these materials that was the attraction and the fact that they can survive in any environment. As the Browns say – “We build all our products with outdoor applications in mind. What works for outdoors will also work indoors.”

Hydra Plumbing’s showers have been shipped all over the

world, to some 32 countries, where they grace the precincts of beautiful luxury resorts and hotels. Such elegance and character is also available for the local market. A stunning copper shower rose can be matched with custom-made taps and basins, towel rails and toilet roll holders to achieve a distinctive look that is appropriate either for the sympathetic restoration of heritage properties or for a unique look in modern, architecturally designed homes.

All of Hydra Plumbing’s Heritage range products are crafted in their Christchurch workshop by hand using time-tested techniques and robust materials. They build by hand to ensure customers get exactly what they need and to allow the flexibility for unique designs. “Many of our product designs are customerdriven. They may send us a picture of something that appeals to them and ask us to make it. Customers these days are more aware that they

can have something different – something that truly reflects their taste and is not mass produced.”

To create that special point of difference, copper and brass can also be finished in a variety of ways to match other fittings.

The polished finish is the starting point for all the finishes and is done by hand using an electric buffing machine, polishing wheels and waxbased polish. The antique finish is an evolution of the polished finish. Fittings are dipped into a water-based oxidiser that speeds up the aging process, rapidly achieving months of aging in about twenty minutes.

Hydra Plumbing can also provide a chrome finish by chrome plating their copper and brass fittings using an electroplating process. Then there is the nickel finish – a variation of the chrome plated one with a more matte silver finish. The copper and brass can also be powder coated.

All these options simply serve to emphasise that the showers and fittings from Hydra Plumbing are indeed custommade to each owners’ specific needs. That’s what makes these beautiful pieces even more attractive.

To take advantage of Hydra Plumbing’s bespoke service, contact them on Freephone 0508 426 225 or email info@ hydraplumbing.co.nz.

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We hate to be the bearers of bad news, so instead of reminding you that we’re quickly heading into the time of year when spring cleaning is in order, we’re going to tell you about the interior opportunities the season of spring offers us.

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Owner Glenis Parker wants to thank all her new and existing customers for their support during the transition, but it’s still business as usual. “We’re selling a vast range of items,” she says.

“Vintage jewellery, clothing, linen, pottery, glassware, collectables, and furniture from all eras.

“A dedicated clothing room also includes hats and fascinators which are great for that ‘one-of-a-kind, individual look for any occasion.’”

Top-selling items are the vintage and retro lights (more arriving late September), home and furniture accessories, and realistic artificial flowers that brighten up any room.

With plentiful parking, popping into the shop at 526 Wairakei Road is easy – you never know what purchases you’ll discover to take home.

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by Broadfield Garden owner David Hobbs and his head gardener).

The fete is run by dedicated volunteers, with 100 percent of all profits going to charity (Community Care Lincoln).

“Our point of difference to other fetes is that the garden is spectacular; it blows people away, especially if they’ve not been before,” Vanessa says.

“It really is a day out; people come for lunch, a bit of shopping and to wander around the garden. We even get quite a few men!”

Held on Sunday 6 October from 11am-4pm at 250 Selwyn Road, Prebbleton, Selwyn.

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Every country has its own real estate signature and New Zealand, whilst being relatively young by international standards, has developed a unique derivation of this. Property, land and home ownership run deeply through the Kiwi psyche and these three elements are contextualized every day in all media forms.

The New Zealand real estate signature can include property that reflects our rugged coastal footprint, a strong social conscience and DIY as second nature. This translates to dark colours and tactile materials prevailing in some locations and with some architects, a history of social housing and a massive home improvement industry. We’ve developed a vocabulary that includes ‘first-home purchasers’, ‘investors’, ‘Gen X buyers’ and ‘affordability levels’, but beneath all of this are some glaring changes.

Home-ownership levels are decreasing, property prices are rising beyond the reach of many and the median age for purchasing is now 30 and over. For most, the remedy appears to be getting comfortable with high debt levels, families helping out, or defaulting to a ‘why buy when you can rent?’ scenario.

The dream property in my parents’ time usually had three bedrooms, a lounge you sat in (I don’t think we called it entertaining), sun if you were lucky and space for a vege garden. Today it could be any number of scenarios.

As a realtor of more than 25 years, I’ve always valued the coalface perspective you get dealing with people and their property aspirations – and occasional disasters. It’s kept me grounded. The winter months now behind us also remind me that whilst some members of the community will be able to choose clean green millennial living and heating, for others it’s a much simpler set of desires.

Property will always be a driver, for others an anchor: for me, it’s a business and a love affair.

Points to consider when planning to purchase your first property: Save hard, the less you borrow, the less you owe. Deposits can be hefty.

Take time to do a reasonable amount of due diligence. Building checks may seem expensive but they are nothing compared to a leaky home or a property that has issues.

Stay real and try hard to keep your expectations in check. Your first home is exactly that. Suburbs such as Merivale, Fendalton and Cashmere are usually priced above a first home budget. Accept that this time around and who knows next time.

Work with people you trust and who have your best interests at heart! Then away you go!

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In a state of evolution, the Garden City’s architectural typology is nothing short of distinct. New building facades are playing with eye catching angles, colours and materials – a welcome digression from the archetypal concrete and stone buildings previously adopted in the city, as we usher in a new era of urban architecture.

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arris House, at 234 St Asaph Street, is an art deco styled building, meticulously renovated with respect to its period.

It incorporates six spacious office suites suitable for four to eight people.

Each space is fitted out with designer furniture, adjustable-height desks, office chairs, heat pump and fibre broadband. Each office also has its own meeting room, block-out blinds, full kitchen with fridge, and beautifully tiled bathroom toilet and shower facilities.

There is secure, indoor basement parking, plus plenty of outdoor parking space.

SALT (St Asaph, Lichfield and Tuam) District is an exciting place. There are excellent amenities nearby, including eateries, ARA, retail precincts and public transport

hubs, and Harris House sits right in the middle of it all.

SALT’s always been edgy, says KPI Rothschild Director Shaun Stockman.

“Post-quake it’s still edgy.

There are creatives, and multi-million dollar brands.

It’s evolved. A lot of the heritage has been retained.

There’s Little High, the Dux, Smash Palace. People see it as a very cool part of the city.”

The 1938 building is also home to Lemon Tree, a spacious, eclectically themed café perfectly situated to service the offices at Harris House.

There are still three suites available, due to be completed to the same exacting standards as the suites that are currently tenanted. They will be ready in early September.

HARRIS HOUSE Beautifully restored art deco style building offers stylishly fitted out offices. Each office comes with high quality furnishings, kitchenette, bathroom and showers.

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ducation been in the spotlight in recent months – and a shake-up of the sector has been long overdue.

The most significant development has been the decision on the Review of Vocational Education (RoVE), with 16 institutes of technology and polytechnics to be merged into the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (NZIST) from 1 April 2020, and a handful of Workforce Development Councils to be created.

We look forward to seeing greater collaboration between training providers and the business community to ensure training is fit for purpose and aligned with the skills needed by the industry now and into the future, and to support economic growth, taking into account regional nuances. With the announcement of the NZIST Establishment Board being based in Christchurch, this invites an opportunity to present a strong business case to house the national head office in Christchurch, creating over 100 jobs and reinforcing our position as a national centre for education and innovation.

It’s also imperative we focus on lifelong learning and integrated education that responds to the changing nature of work.

That’s why we welcomed the Government’s recent announcement of an additional $14.5 million to the employer-led workplace literacy and numeracy fund – bringing its total contribution to $45 million over the next four years.

Lifelong learning gives employees the opportunity to continue with personal development, enabling them to step into higher-level roles or learn new skills to carry them through different jobs and industries.

It also enables the employer to increase productivity meaning that re-training and redeployment is a priority now more than ever.

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ine years on from the September earthquake, one of the most difficult issues still remaining for people in our city is the case of on-sold overcap properties.

This is where a home is damaged in the earthquakes, has an EQC claim or repair, and is then on-sold, only for it to be discovered there is still damage that was missed or not fixed properly, that pushes the home over the statutory cap on EQC payments. For years this issue has trapped some Canterbury homeowners in limbo – they can’t get private insurance to cover it as they aren’t the original owner and they can’t get further EQC payouts beyond the cap.

Recently, our government has stepped in to help people who have been trapped for far too long. We’ve put $300 million dollars on the table for ex gratia payments, above the EQC cap, to people trapped in an on-sold mess.

This funding will help people be able to finally repair their homes and get on with their lives.

Claimants will have 12 months to get their homes checked and apply for funding. Homeowners will have 12 months to make a claim to EQC for defective repairs or previously undetected damage. EQC will then work with the homeowners to agree a payment amount so repairs can be made.

This will change lives for people who have been trapped for years and help people get a sense of hope back for their future.

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f the last few months of winter 2019 had a theme for our city’s startup and innovation ecosystem, that theme would be startup funding.

As you know, our government’s Wellness Budget allocates $300 million to a fund of funds for startup investment managed by NZ Venture Investment Fund. While our local startups have decent access to early seed funding, they’ve not been able to easily access the larger sums required for global growth. This has impacted our speed to market and our ability as a country to be competitive with homegrown innovation.

The NZVIF fund of funds is set to change that.

There’s also been plenty of activity from international venture capital groups.

Blackbird Ventures have recently announced they are setting up an Auckland office, raising a seed fund dedicated to Kiwi founders, and running their community building Sunrise conference in Auckland in October.

Christchurch has also recently hosted Innovation Bay – an Australian tech investment network – with two events run in the central city. The first event had local startups hearing from a panel of leading Australian VCs. The second was an event where handpicked NZ startups pitched to Australian investors.

An increased level of interest and activity in NZ startups from international investors is encouraging. However, we’re looking forward to seeing our homegrown investor ecosystem catch up quickly so that we can ensure that NZ innovation builds the NZ economy rather than moving overseas to access foreign investment.

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n a day and age where everything happens at lightning speed, there are still times when it pays to take your time – planning a holiday is one of them.

While the internet is packed with DIY travel agencies that can see you booking a holiday with a few clicks of the finger, this is one area where faster isn’t necessarily better and there are plenty of benefits to booking through a professional travel agency.

Firstly, an agency isn’t necessarily more expensive! With long-standing relationships with airlines and suppliers, House of Travel consultants can provide great deals to locations all over the world. In addition to competitive pricing, they’re privy to many websites the public can’t access.

This also enables them to create the trip of your dreams – after all, holidays are about so much more than flights and hotels! They can create bespoke holidays with every client’s tastes, preferences and visions in mind. Once you’ve decided on where and when, they’ll also make sure everything is easy.

They can book rental cars, day trips, tours, and even sort the right travel insurance to suit you and your budget.

A big part of the fun of planning a holiday is looking through the incredible options available, but it can also get a little overwhelming. House of Travel consultants are trained across all aspects of the industry and, because they’re world travellers themselves, they can provide you with local knowledge and secret spots to help make your trip the experience of a lifetime.

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hile it’s a scenic part of the city, the riverside section of Oxford Terrace between Kilmore Street and Fitzgerald Avenue, known as the Avon Loop, also currently features a mix of overgrown plants and broken asphalt as a result of the earthquakes.

So, we are looking forward to getting work underway in the area later this year to make this section of Oxford Terrace a safer and more pleasant place to be.

A smooth pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, boardwalk, canoe/kayak ramp, native planting and new lighting will be incorporated into the area, along with some car parking.

The Loop will also be the pedestrian/ cycling connection between our recently completed work on the City Promenade and any future developments in the Residential Red Zone.

Most of the homes in the Avon Loop were removed a long time ago but we know that many former residents are still passionate about the area. While we are not carrying out any work on the former residential land, everyone agrees this project is an important step in revitalising this part of the city. It will enable and encourage people to come back to the area by creating an easy to follow route from the Avon Loop to other key city features like the Margaret Mahy Family Playground, Victoria Square, Te Pae, The Terraces and the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial.

We are currently evaluating tenders for the construction work and look forward to keeping you updated on our progress throughout the project, which we expect to have completed early in 2020.

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he recent announcement of the Minister for Greater Christchurch Regeneration’s decision to approve the Regeneration Plan for the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor is a significant milestone for Christchurch.

It is an exciting time for the city as the plan will guide long-term investment and commitment from multiple parties over the coming decades. Its vision of the river connecting us together – with each other, with nature and with new possibilities – reflects the community’s priorities for the area.

The opportunity to create an exemplar of climate change response that will benefit people and countries around the world will further enhance Christchurch’s national and international point of difference; and an 11-kilometre Green Spine will connect the central city to New Brighton with a mix of recreational, commercial and community uses.

Since delivering the Regeneration Plan for the Minister’s decision-making, Regenerate Christchurch has also provided advice to the Crown and Council on leadership and governance of the area.

We have recommended an independent entity to provide strong governance and independence, and we welcome the inclusion of a governance entity in the Christchurch City Council’s Global Settlement Agreement with the Crown.

The Regeneration Plan supports environmental leadership whilst also providing flexibility to accommodate changing community views and technological advancements that might emerge over the course of the coming decades.

It identifies land uses that are best for achieving the vision while anticipating and accommodating the potential for change over time.

This, I believe, will prove to be one of its greatest strengths.

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BUILDING FIRM’S NEW HOME Nathan Roberts left school and became a builder; that was nearly twenty years ago. Since then, having worked for a couple of well-established Canterbury building firms and created a partnership, he now heads his own company.

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in those working connections is at the heart of the success the company enjoys.

From large farm sheds, small (or large) alterations, shop and office fitouts, and residential builds, Nathan’s focus has become high-end architecturally designed builds. That’s where he feels at home. Literally. For the past three years, he and his wife Julia have been running NKR out of their home in North Canterbury. The (until recently) office of NKR was their 2017 Master Builder’s House of the

Year Gold Award ‘Builder’s Own Home’ category house in West Eyreton. From there, Nathan organised the building teams and accountant Julia managed the accounts and, as the business grew, implemented systems to make it more efficient.

In July of this year, however, NKR fitted out and moved into a newly leased space in Sydenham, which is made up of new offices, a warehouse space where some stock is maintained and a swanky new conference room where Nathan and clients can relax with a coffee and discuss making dreams come true.

It’s a display place, too. While discussing the details of your new build, you can view and choose some of the things that will feature in it; window

frames and extrusions, carpet samples, drawer fronts and handles, doors and handles, weatherboard and cedar cladding profiles, lighting and light switches, joinery, paint samples, piles of brochures and literature and much more.

Lest it be a little overwhelming, Nathan is there every step of the way.

Whether you have a design already drawn up, a sketch on an envelope, or just an idea in your mind, he can make it happen. From start to finish Nathan manages every aspect of the project, assuring complete satisfaction.

To celebrate the move to the new premises, Nathan and Julia recently put on a spread for the team and a few of their suppliers. They fired up the mobile BBQ from Hagley Windows and Doors, fed everybody and posed for a few photos.

Contact Nathan on 027 950 8118 or via the website www.nkr.co.nz. Sit down with him, have a coffee or tea and discuss your new dream home.

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“It was a real privilege to be involved with the construction of what truly is a landmark building.”

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van Stanicich of Fowler Homes is referring to the new headquarters of the North Canterbury Fish & Game Council in Christchurch for which Fowler Homes received a national Silver Award in this

year’s Commercial Project Awards.

“Just as we do for all our residential builds, we worked closely with the clients, developing a plan to suit their needs and budget. It

was important that the new building convey Fish & Game’s relationship with the mountains, streams, rivers and forests that the organisation is committed to protecting for the enjoyment of New Zealanders.”

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This was achieved using many local sustainable materials – local gravel for the Allied Concrete Superslab, sustainable plantation pine framing, western cedar weatherboards, river stone walls, external and internal gabion baskets filled by hand with local river stones, and workstations and office tables custom-made from local macrocarpa.

“We didn’t view this commercial project any differently from building a house. It is, in effect, a daytime home for the staff with a catering kitchen and bathrooms, but with the addition of clothing drying rooms, offices and an education centre. At 222 square metres it is the size of a four bedroom house and has the appearance of a house from the road as well.’

The whole project took 11 months from concept to completion – the same amount of time as a conventional residential home. “Fish & Game are delighted with the building and the way it reflects the very essence of their work in the environment.”

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Historic buildings’ revolutionary twist Two of Christchurch’s oldest, cherished buildings are set to take on a revolutionary twist; home to New Zealand’s first cannabis social enterprise.

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Advocating a shift from cows to cannabis for Drinkable Rivers, Michael’s mission is to enable every Kiwi to eat three tablespoons of hemp seeds daily for health, the environment and the economy. “Hemp – low THC cannabis – really matters for New Zealand.”

Abe Gray, Botanist and Science Communicator with 20 years’ cannabis industry experience, established Dunedin’s Whakamana Cannabis Museum in 2013. He says he is confident of the venture’s success.

“The demand for cannabis education experiences is exploding globally as this industry expands exponentially and New Zealand is no exception,” he says.

“Cannabis is widely misunderstood in New Zealand. People forget that it has been used in some cultures for thousands of years. It used to be the number one industrial crop globally, and was legal in this country less than a hundred years ago.”

Whakamana will also establish a public Cannabis Education Centre of Excellence, with freely available educational, fun experiences about cannabis ‘plant power’ and pioneering uses for cannabis as a viable, sustainable food and fibre source. The medical profession will have access to

cutting-edge research and accredited courses for knowledge advancement in medicinal cannabis use.

Michael and Abe have begun leasing Shand’s for five months as a base for their PledgeMe crowdfunding campaign, holding information and cannabis educational evenings with a different focus each night. This is to raise $1 million or more to transform Trinity Church into the cannabis educational experience.

Once funds have been raised, the Trinity building reinstatement for the café, shot bar and emporium can then open.

Whakamana’s social purpose is to improve lives and restore the planet through plant power – to be the trusted source of cannabis education, research and development.

Michael and Abe express immense gratitude to the trustees of the Christchurch Historic Trust for their wonderful job restoring the landmarks, and say their history will be acknowledged, with a new life as an institute dedicated to earth’s most versatile vegetable - a befitting next chapter for these 150-year-old icons.

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hakamana, the New Zealand Institute of Cannabis Education, Research and Development, will be based in the enchanting Shands Emporium – the city’s oldest commercial wooden building – and also the historic Trinity Church. Restored by the Christchurch Historic Trust, the buildings sit adjacent on the Worcester and Manchester Street corner.

Hemp environmentalist Michael Mayell, founder of Cookie Time, Nutrient Rescue and Drinkable Rivers, has teamed up with veteran cannabis educator Abe Gray, after meeting at the inaugural iHemp Summit in Wellington last year.

Whakamana will incorporate an interactive world-class cannabis museum and education centre, a hemp food café and restaurant, an alcohol-free plantmedicine shot bar, a hemp emporium - and, subject to the outcome of the 2020 cannabis referendum, a cannabis dispensary.

The facilities will be built once a $1 million PledgeMe crowdfunding campaign is completed. Social entrepreneur Michael Mayell is excited by the venture. “This will be a facility that Christchurch will be proud of, an avant-garde attraction for locals and tourists alike – cannabis tourism is on the rise,” he says.

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When it comes to houses, there are certain ergonomic features that make a space function, but it’s hard to argue for a need when spaces get larger than necessity dictates. However, strip a design back to necessity and we might be disappointed with what we are presented.

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herefore, it’s important to recognise we have cultural values overlying some basic needs that tell us when a space is adequate or not.

I suspect that growing up in a colony, where land was once cheap and stretching one’s legs caused no harm, has bequeathed a luxurious

expectation of space that is hard to extinguish. Of the prince and the pauper, the pauper seemed to have it good, but when life is going in the other direction, it causes much more angst.

This kind of lifestyle has gone unchallenged for several generations but is increasingly coming under scrutiny: climate change; urban sprawl; affordability. If I’m honest, I struggle with an internal conflict that recognises these factors but still wants a generosity of space.

Perhaps it is just a matter of me, and New Zealand culture, naturally growing up from that colonist mentality.

Commute distances will cause us to value the density of cities and that value will supersede the one of space.

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Iconic building stands strong

In the heart of the new city, overlooking the renewed Ōtākaro Avon River precinct, The Public Trust Building is being restored to its former glory and strengthened for future generations.

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ox 112 is preserving the iconic building which has graced the Canterbury streetscape for almost 95 years. The team at Box 112 is renowned for restoring heritage buildings with all the respect they deserve – the Public Trust Building stands as a fine example. Every historic detail of this landmark has been considered and respected, enhancing the architecture and feel of the Canterbury icon that encapsulates the roaring twenties.

Built in 1925 for the Public Trust, 152 Oxford Terrace was designed by one of Christchurch’s most celebrated architects, Cecil Wood. Wood drew international inspiration for this bold and grand design after a trip to New York during the skyscraper boom of the 1920s.

With such inspiration, it’s not surprising that the building’s entrance is a masterpiece, and will have steps leading into what could

easily be the middle of the Manhattan, via its stunning timber revolving door (saved from the original 1919 PGG building) and into the grand 6m high marble lobby. The impressively oversized steel-framed windows, the original steel-caged elevator, cornice detailing and its feature façade – soon to be restored to its original colour – express a timeless architectural masterpiece.

Property developer Box 112 spokesperson James Stringer says, “Christchurch City Council have shown tremendous civic leadership in their joint desire to support these important projects. In a time where they are being called on for funds from many angles, it is deeply encouraging to see them acknowledge the importance of these structures in telling the story of Ōtākaro to the world and to Canterbury’s future generations.”

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Grant of $1.9m enabled immediate strengthening works and protection of key heritage features to be undertaken. The building’s strengthening project is now complete. Box 112 has now commenced the second stage of construction, involving the carpentry, fit-out and aesthetic refurbishment. Completion and the opening are scheduled for early 2020.

“We want the people of Christchurch to have a chance to appreciate the beauty of this historic building,” James says.

The Public Trust Building was designed to portray strength and stability to the people of Christchurch. At the time of its original completion, almost 100 years ago, another local and celebrated architect Hurst Seager said of its design “it strikes a new note in Christchurch”. It’s seemingly fitting, and the same can be said of the city’s icon, entering the new ‘20s – almost a century on.

Vibrant hospitality and professional services are set make this iconic site home.

Francesca Voza will bring the basement to life with a Rome-inspired jazz and cocktail bar, adorned with the original 1920s safety deposit boxes. Professional recruitment firm Graham Consulting and award-winning strategic advertising and brand agency Novo will both have headquarters here.

And for the cherry on the top, a worldclass tapas bar created by Jeremy Stevens will overlook the city – ensuring the building is one for the public to call their own.

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Let’s face it, we Kiwis love our indoor/outdoor flow. Whether morning, noon or night, if we can rest up and relax with a book, or chill with friends in the privacy of our own lovely green space, we feel pretty content.

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ut the best way to appreciate our outdoor havens is to be able to have some control over the capricious whims of Mother Nature; we don’t want to be scorched while reclining on our sunloungers, but neither do we want to be drenched!

Stratco specialises in delivering stateof-the-art shelter solutions, such as fixed verandas, pergolas, electronic louvres and sunroofs, that enhance your outdoor experience in order to give you and your family extended months enjoying it.

Ian Rae, Outdoor Product Support for Stratco, says their clients are assured of a fully consulted job from start to finish.

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phone, then arrange a free visit to the site to look at the area the client wants covered and what they are trying to achieve.

Following the site inspection an accurate quote goes to the client, generally within a few days. It takes around four weeks from confirmation to actual on-site work commencing,” Ian says.

The Stratco Allure systems’ frame and louvre blades are constructed from specially designed aluminium extrusions to meet with New Zealand’s stringent building code, and all hardware componentry is manufactured to their unique design specifications.

The fabrication and powder coating of all components is carried out in

their Christchurch-based factory, prior to transporting to site for installation

by Stratco’s highly skilled professional installation team.

Because each system is fabricated to order, this ensures versatility for the homeowner (or designer/architect for a new build) to choose whatever colours, size and shape they desire to match the overall design approach.

The unique control system is composed of a Danish-designed silent LINAK push/ pull hydraulic motor running through a centralised automation control unit. The whole system is simply operated using either of the two remote controls.

A standard inclusion in the Stratco Allure package is an Italian-designed Rain Sensor, which closes the louvres when rain falls, thereby keeping outdoor furniture dry.

To keep the unit aesthetically pleasing, the entire motor/control system is hidden from view; add in the perfect matching of colour of frame, the operating componentry and surface interface, and the entire unit feels, and looks, totally seamless.

“The beauty with louvres is that you get 100 percent control of light throughout summer and winter; especially in winter, when you want that maximum heat to come through,” Ian says, “And the remote control is very easy to use – no mucking around with an umbrella!”

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CUTTING EDGE CANTERBURY SCHOOL

Christchurch’s own HRS Construction Ltd has teamed up with the Ministry of Education to provide students with the most cutting edge new school in Canterbury. Spreydon School’s new site at 50 Hoon Hay Road, Spreydon, has been constructed by HRS Construction and is the first of its kind to be built incorporating BIM technology.

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IM, or Building Information Modelling, is an intelligent 3D model-based process which gives architects, construction firms and engineers the insight and the tools to better plan and work through the build process. HRS Construction Ltd used this process while working with sub-contractors to bring the vision of Spreydon School to life.

Two new learning hubs were constructed and the original classrooms from the previous school, Manning Intermediate, which closed in 2015, were demolished to make way for

new classrooms designed with BIM. The admin building and attached gymnasium/hall were retained and the renovation of this building formed part of the contract.

All the latest earthquake strengthening was applied and a new school entrance of Mathers Road was created for greater ease of access.

For more information on BIM and how HRS Construction can handle your next building project, big or small, phone 03 338 5194 or visit www.hrsconstruction.co.nz.

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The restoration of the historic Pump House on Tuam Street is complete, after an extensive two-year repair and earthquake strengthening project – salvaging a unique link to our city’s heritage.

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Contractors co-owner Paddy Snowden and his wife Jackie bought the property to use as a demolition yard.

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missing ones.

While in keeping with the industrial design, Paddy, who has a passion for old buildings, incorporated historic detail and character where he could, such as antique rosebricks and handrails. In addition to their own investment in the project, Paddy and Jackie are grateful for grants from Christchurch

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“Much more work was needed than was originally budgeted for, so we wouldn’t have been able to complete this without them.”

Now that the five buildings have been fully earthquake strengthened, they have fantastic potential for future

use – perhaps a functions venue, a gallery, workshops or offices – who knows? Jackie says the project has been a huge learning curve. “As well as being an important link to our past, we hope the buildings will remain a unique part of the cityscape for many years to come. We are so pleased to have played a part in their story.”

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his haven has been awarded the RMB Gold Award within the $700,000 to $1 million mark in Canterbury.

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