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Once again Covid-19 has shown the fragility of life and the uncertain times in which we live.

The latest outbreaks have brought with them more tough times for people, businesses and organisations, yet it has also brought people closer together again. The stay safe, be kind, and look after one another messages that helped define Kiwis during the 2020 lockdown have risen to the fore again, even though some edicts have not been taken to heart by everyone.

Despite the scare, Covid complacency has already set in again in Christchurch with many non-exempted people not wearing masks in public places, on buses etc. Social distancing too appears to have gone out the door as our Alert Levels have dropped.

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A vibrant new road mural is brightening up Christchurch’s red zone, with the artist Dr Suits hoping it will help encourage people to explore the space.

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The mural features geometric shapes that play on the way that roads remain in the red zone despite the absence of the houses they once served. A collaboration between Dr Suits and arts facilitators Watch this Space, it’s one of a series of creative additions to a nine-hectare area known as East x East.

“It heightens the impact of the road markings to a more purely aesthetic level, while also

encouraging the viewer to enter the work and play across its shapes and lines,” says Watch this Space’s Dr Reuben Woods.

“It also plays on the natural environment by aligning with the shadows cast by nearby power poles.”

The road mural is complemented by another 80s-inspired artwork by local artists Porta and Bols – the latest addition to their ‘Power Up!’ interactive installation. Painted onto a shipping container, the new artwork uses a pixelated style reminiscent of a video game screen, inviting people to play the nearby ‘Power Up!’ treasure hunt game.

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Top chefs at Cancer Society fundraiser Three award-winning Canterbury chefs will entertain guests at the Cancer Society Canterbury-West Coast Division’s fundraising dinner event “Too Many Cooks” at the Majestic on Durham on Saturday October 9.

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e wanted to take the traditional fundraising dinner and add something special,” the Division’s Manager for Fundraising, Communications and Relationships, Heather Locke says.

“We approached Jimmy McIntyre (Executive Chef at Otahuna Lodge), Darren Wright (former Head Chef at Chillingworth Road) and Andrew Brown (former Executive Chef at the George Hotel) and were delighted that they all agreed to be involved,” Locke says.

Guests at “Too Many Cooks” will enjoy a delicious three-course meal, which they will be able to see the chefs preparing live

on stage, while MC Michele A’Court keeps everyone on their toes with her witty banter.

During the evening there will also be an auction of rare and original items including a one-of-a-kind sculpture and a central city parking space for a year.

“This unique event would not be possible without the support of our principal sponsor Cook Brothers Construction, and we are hugely appreciative of their generosity,” Locke says.

“Each year, 500 New Zealanders receive the unwelcome news that they have cancer.

But while cancer doesn’t stop for Covid-19, lockdowns have severely limited our ability to fundraise during the past 18 months,” Locke says.

Locke describes the cancellation of the Cancer Society’s annual Daffodil Day street collection on August 27 as “devastating”.

“We are really hoping that Cantabrians will support this event and that they will see it as the perfect opportunity to treat themselves for a good cause after the restrictions of lockdown,” Locke says.

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New WORD festival dates The WORD Christchurch Festival will now go ahead from November 10 to 13, with an amended programme of venues, events and speakers to be announced soon.

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he same week as Show Weekend for Cantabrians, the festival may be slightly scaled back. Programme co-director Rachael King says there will be minimal disruption for those who have already booked events.

“We’re proud of our 2021 programme, and we are grateful to everyone else who has been supportive,” she adds.

Confirmed drawcards for the new dates include Hinemoa Elder, Emily Writes, Patricia Grace, Sue Kedgley, Matt and Sarah Brown of She is Not Your Rehab and many more.

Helen Clark will discuss Covid and climate change, and will join former Afghan refugee Abbas Nazari to discuss 20 years since the Tampa refugee crisis and the current

situation in Afghanistan.

Ngāi Tahu storytelling will be explored, and international guests AC Grayling, Helen Macdonald and others will beam into the custom-built venue The Faraway Near at Tūranga.

Cloud Atlas author David Mitchell and Tiny Ruins will present an exclusive musical collaboration, the sold-out Adventurous Women will return in a bigger venue and the New Regent Street Pop-Up Festival will showcase weird and wonderful stories.

Visit the WORD Christchurch website www.wordchristchurch.co.nz or www.facebook.com/wordchch for the full programme release at the end of the month.

Festival Reading To catch up on festival reading, in the meantime, you can visit the University Bookshop website www.ubscan.co.nz which has a list of all the festival writers’ books that may be ordered online or in-store since reaching Alert Level 2.

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The man and the dog Queenstown artist Ivan Clarke is the painter behind New Zealand’s much-loved Lonely Dog paintings.

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When I paint landscapes, I look to create a magic moment in time with the play of light and atmosphere on the natural world that cannot be captured on camera

ondering what his own dog did when left at home, painter Ivan Clarke soon found a novel way to express what he thought they might be doing, creating what has become a world-renowned series.

Along with his other paintings, to date Clarke has released more than 200 works in the Lonely Dog series, capturing hearts all over the world. The Lonely Dog remains the largest art licence to come out of New Zealand, and in June it was announced that it will be involved in an immersive art and multimedia production being created in America.

“Lonely Dog paintings take us on a journey,” he explains. “People often see themselves and others in the pictures.

“The common working-class hound has a simplistic way of celebrating life and I think people are taken with this,” says Clarke.

A second-generation artist, he sold his first painting at age eleven.

His journey started in the family business as a traditional sign writer.

“It was diverse, anything from painting on the sides of a delivery truck to on a four-storied building - our work was always on show. It was always a statement, and we were paid for it. It was old school.”

The business taught Clarke how to view art through a commercial lens, but he was looking to create something more - work that made viewers feel something.

The old sign company still exists, although Clarke sold it long ago and transitioned full-time into making a living in fine art.

Raised in Auckland, Clarke holidayed in Queenstown, and something about the region spoke to him. “As a kid, I remember

thinking: scenery, hunting, fishing, skiing, kayaking, tramping - It was like the wild west in a Kiwi sort of way.”

Following his heart, he made Queenstown his home; residing there for 30 years now. The region’s breathtaking scenery often features in his works. “When I paint landscapes, I look to create a magic moment in time with the play of light and atmosphere on the natural world that cannot be captured on camera.”

Strolling through the Camp Street Gallery in Queenstown you can see his love for the South Island terrain reflected in the work. His brushstrokes carefully reproduce the softness of light, clouds, and water, but also impress the wild transient nature of the landscape.

Passing each canvas you are overcome with a sense of the momentary; a beautiful fierce scene that would have otherwise passed you by becomes immortalised in the piece. “With painting, you get to rewind all those magic components that you’ve observed,” says Clarke.

His artistic influences are wideranging, from Claude Monet to Dr. Seuss, and this is portrayed in the contrast between his whimsical landscapes and “big-eared, saggyjowled” dogs.

His original landscapes are for sale, but if you are wanting a Lonely Dog it will have to be a limited edition print. “With the Lonely Dog Art collection, I own the entire collection of originals; none have ever been sold except for the occasional pencil sketch donated for charity purposes.”

Two new Lonely Dog editions were released this year, the first in two years, and Clarke plans to release more, aspiring to paint two or three new artworks annually and sell limited edition prints of them. www.ivanclarkeartist.com

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Christchurch radio DJ Lana Searle is one of 21 Kiwi personalities battling it out for $100,000 for their chosen charity in Celebrity Treasure Island.

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one on one What induced you to take part in Celebrity Treasure Island?

I’ve always wanted to see if I would actually do as well as I thought I would from the couch, so when the opportunity came up I knew I had to step up!

What preparation did you do?

The only prep I did was talk to my dad who is a man of the Far North; he reminded me that there’s more to eat on the land than you think.

What’s your game plan (do you have one)?

My game plan is to be the ultimate underdog and be a sleuth.

What do you hope to get out of it?

To learn things about myself that I can then take on into life.

Why that charity?

I am of Ngāti Kuri descent and have wanted to reconnect with my iwi for a long time, this whole experience has enabled me to do that and 4th Gen is a wonderful charity bringing the rangatahi of Ngāti Kuri together to ensure the land and the people are better off.

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ther contestants include All Black legend Buck Shelford, Shorty Street icon Angela Bloomfield, actor Chris Parker, comedian Joe Daymond, and reporter Jess Tyson.

Filmed in the Far North earlier this year not too far from Lana’s home of Dargaville, the More FM Breakfast Club host, who is a self-professed Treasure Island fan girl, couldn’t wait to hit the beach.

The Christchurch-based presenter is Ngati Kuri, whose iwi are also the founders of

the charity she is supporting.

So relocating back to the Far North for a stint on the show makes this experience even more special for her. Called 4th Gen, the charity was founded two years ago and works to find ways to educate people on the culture and the biosecurity issues that we face in our ecosystem.

“They are also doing a lot of work educating people on the arts in the Māori world. They are such a new charity and very close to my heart,” Lana says.

What do you think is your biggest asset or strength?

I know a lot more than I realise about everyday stuff in the Far North, including a few things that aren’t really common knowledge. Things about tea tree, things about Harakeke flax. I know hundreds of things you can do with flax. I am that person you want on your pub quiz team.

Did you pack anything strange or unusual?

I packed two pairs of jandals. There would be nothing worse than a jandal blow out on Treasure Island. Maybe I could use Harakeke flax?

Do you think you can win?

I think I can win. I think I have been an underdog most of my life. I am most comfortable in the underdog environment.

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Not wanting to let their clients down by postponing, they made it happen by moving the

auctions online.

“We embraced the new processes needed to keep our vendors and purchasers moving forward,” says Milena.

This paid off with two successful auctions, held via Zoom, with both properties selling above the reserve price, with multiple bidders.

As a team with 30-plus years in the Canterbury market and with proven sales strategies Milena and Andrew always have a contingency plan.

“As an agent you can only get it right once. There’s no room for hindsight on how you could have done it better,” says Andrew.

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Trust your gut instinct Ruth Coppard was diagnosed with breast cancer last October, aged 61.

Now in recovery, she shares her story to encourage other women to be proactive about their breast health.

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To other women I would say: Self-examine your breasts monthly, after your period; make this a part of your routine (put it in your cellphone reminders).

Get to know what your normal is.

If you are one of those who have dense breast tissue, you may not be able to differentiate a tumour from your normal lumps, and mammograms are not as effective as a diagnostic tool for you either, so ask to follow through with an ultrasound.

Stand up for yourself; be your own advocate - or find a friend who can do this for you. Be proactive; become knowledgeable and involved in your own treatment. You do have choices every procedure is agreed upon in consultation with you.

Trust your gut instinct. I did, and I’m hoping it’s saved my life.

It’s a big job, but we know you’re up for it

oming face to face with the issue of my mortality was my first hurdle.

I loved and wanted to be with my grandchildren in their formative years. I then faced the loss of my breast, but this was not nearly as difficult as the impact of losing my hair. I had always had a wonderful tumble of curls and it was a very large part of my ‘identity’.

I lost my sister to breast cancer when she was 35 years old, and had been having yearly mammograms since my late 30s.

Then in May 2019, I noticed a lump in my left breast. A mammogram and ultrasound showed no concern in that area, but the ducts under the nipple were distended and ‘debris-filled’.

On ultrasound three months later I was given the all-clear.

My 2020 screening mammogram in early September came back clear, but I was still concerned about my left breast so I asked for it to be reviewed. In October further tests showed I had invasive ductal cancer.

In December I had breast conserving surgery (a lumpectomy) and one lymph node taken, but in January I was back for a mastectomy and to have all the lymph nodes taken from my underarm area.

Concerned at delays in receiving chemotherapy and radiation treatment in the public system, I saw a private oncologist for a ProSigna gene test. My result, within two weeks, showed my cancer was more aggressive than first thought, and I started chemotherapy privately before continuing in the public system.

Chemotherapy was followed by three weeks of radiation treatment in June/July.

I’m feeling on top of the world now!

I’m definitely not the same person as I was pre-diagnosis; I’ve grown immensely in wisdom. I have always found the joy in every day, but now I feel that my outer layers have been stripped away. I have learnt to simply project my happy bubbly self - to trust my authenticity, with a new strength and honesty - from the Inside - the ‘real me’.

The support I receive from Breast Cancer Foundation NZ has been amazing; the nurses were my lifeline in my first few months of breast cancer. Of all the medical people I have spoken with, they have been the most knowledgeable over a very wide range of expertise, offering support, encouragement, and suggestions for a way forward for me to consider. I can’t underline enough how valuable they are.

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Know-how for grandparenting Grandparents are increasingly involved in raising their grandchildren, even if it’s only for a few hours a week.

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oustoun and Fox were the headline act at the recent Wellington Jazz Festival and are long-standing friends. A chance meeting in Christchurch in 2014 led to an unlikely but superb combination of two of New Zealand’s pre-eminent musicians.

This tour provides South Island music lovers the opportunity to experience the very best of jazz from the recent Wellington Jazz Festival.

The South Island tour takes in Queenstown, Invercargill, Oamaru, Christchurch and Ashburton.

Jazz adaptations of classical music by Gino Vannelli, arranged by acclaimed composer Bill Cunliffe, will be performed at each event, as well as the Cunliffe original ‘Warriors’ and a rhythm/vocal version of Charles Trenet’s I Wish You Love sung by Ferry.

Ferry will also present The Rolling Stones classic Honky Tonk Women, a version of George Gershwin’s Summertime and the Peggy Lee classic I Love Being here With You. The Big Band’s contribution is material from the American modern big band library.

Book at www.eventfinda.co.nz

HOSPICE SHOP LOCATIONS Avonhead – 45 Merrin Street Merivale – 86 Papanui Road Sumner – Cnr Marriner & Burgess Streets The Palms – The Palms Shopping Mall Beckenham – 147 Colombo Street Kaiapoi – 172 Williams Street Rangiora – 73 High Street

When you donate quality clothing and accessories you’re helping to fund hours of care and support for our patients and their families in the Nurse Maude Hospice.

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Jazz, blues & classical piano

Leading New Zealand musicians, classical pianist Michael Houstoun, jazz trombonist and bandleader Rodger Fox and special guest, acclaimed blues vocalist Erna Ferry, are coming to Christchurch in October.

Rookie realtor’s love of tourism When Dilan De Silva switched careers, little did he know how successful he would become.

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ilan, a former hotel general manager, decided, just prior to New Zealand’s 2020

Covid-19 lockdown, to try his hand at real estate, specialising in tourism businesses and properties.

Since exiting 2020 lockdown, the proud South Island resident has sold 33 tourism businesses, worth more than $20 million, earning him Tourism Properties’ ‘Rookie of the Year” title.

“Even though our borders were shut, the tourism real estate sector has been very active,” he says. “If you are thinking of a lifestyle change or a move to the South Island, now is an ideal time to consider investing in tourism or running a tourism business,” he adds.

Dilan says opportunities [motels, hotels, campervan parks, backpackers, restaurants and activities] are plentiful, and most will provide free housing, pay your bills, generate good net profit, and offer an affordable work-life balance.

“At any given time, I deal with 20 to 30 tourism businesses; I should be able to find you the perfect match at the budget you require.

“It’s the perfect time to join the industry. Our borders won’t be shut forever.” www.tourismproperties.com

Our knowledge is your advantage.

List with Penelope, sell with confidence.

027 917 7872 penelope.yates@raywhite.com

Dilan De Silva 027 444 9692 Metro Team Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

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Tourism Property Brokers Ltd Licensed Agent REA 2008

Rossendale Vineyard Weddings and Events

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Phone 03 322 7780

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Prepping for a successful sale While the universe throws curveballs into the mix of life, a reassuring constant presence is the buoyancy of the housing market. Houses continue to sell quickly, prices are still rising, and there are plenty of buyers about.

ntering the market as a seller is a step to be taken thoughtfully, with an agent that understands your requirements and knows the market for your property. The right person will have a proven track record, be a people person, and a provide service that is bespoke to you.

Feeling like you’re on a conveyor belt with a bunch of other clients is never satisfactory.

The right agent will also love meeting people and love what they do. They will in fact be just like super-agent Karen Glassey, of Mike Pero Real Estate Avonhead.

Karen says sellers just need to get the basic presentation right, she takes over the rest, and the result is very happy clients. Simply clip lawns and edges, remove rubbish from everywhere (don’t forget behind the garage), declutter inside to the point where it seems empty to you, and have your EQC paperwork handy. If selling is on your mind this spring, Karen would love to give you a free appraisal.

Phone her today on 027 567 8605 or email karen.glassey@mikepero.com www.karen-glassey.mikepero.com

Let them learn through play PROBLEM SOLVING IMAGINATION CREATIVITY

Supplying quality, educational resources for over 70 years, the Playcentre Shop can help you build a safe and challenging play environment where children can explore, experiment and imagine.

Playcentre Shop Shop Hours: Mon-Sat 9am–4pm

www.playcentreshop.co.nz 17 Buchan St, Sydenham, Chch • P. 03 377 4354 • E. shop@canplay.org.nz

It’s a big job, but we know you’re up for it

Karen’s attitude enables her to deliver proven results time after time.

Karen Glassey Licensed Salesperson

Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008)

Mob: 027 567 8605 Email: karen.glassey@mikepero.com Ph: 0800 527 364 Shop 7, Avonhead Mall, Cnr Withells & Merrin Sts

HOSPICE SHOP LOCATIONS Avonhead – 45 Merrin Street Merivale – 86 Papanui Road Sumner – Cnr Marriner & Burgess Streets The Palms – The Palms Shopping Mall Beckenham – 147 Colombo Street Kaiapoi – 172 Williams Street Rangiora – 73 High Street

Every day of every year, we provide care and support free of charge to our patients and their families in the Nurse Maude Hospice.

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Not your usual retirement village Did you dream of a retirement like this?

This image shows residents on a Burlington Travel Club trip to Aoraki Mt Cook. Activities and events like this happen all the time.

A new generation retirement village.

171 Prestons Road, Redwood | www.burlingtonvillage.co.nz To find out more call Louise (027 614 4170) or Jackie (027 397 8226) A subsidiary of

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Take a deep b Star of TVNZ 1 show The Apprentice Aotearoa, Mike Wilson knows the importance of mental health, having battled with it for the past two decades. Now a fully certified Rebirthing Breathwork facilitator and life transformation specialist, he explains to Metropol readers how breathwork can help others.

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ockdown, isolation, social distancing, quarantine are all terms that have made their way into everyday use.

“Covid-19 has had a significant impact on how we interact with others, go about our lives, our work, our study and many other aspects of our lives. And as we’re facing uncertainty for the coming weeks and possibly months, it’s now more important than ever to look after our mental health,” says Mike.

“Simply put, breathwork refers to any type of breathing exercise or technique and people often perform breathwork exercises to improve their mental, physical or spiritual well-being.

“If you’ve ever been to a yoga class you would have heard the instructor reminding you to ‘control your breath’. And at its core, this is what breathwork is all about, breathing consciously, with awareness and with intent.”

Mike says that tools such as breathwork are exactly what is needed to ensure mental, spiritual and physical health are all in alignment, which is crucial during these turbulent times.

Where do you start?

There’s a mountain of different types of breathwork, so Mike suggests starting with a simple daily breath routine, one that he can teach in under two minutes.

“This short routine will ensure your immune system is growing stronger, lower your stress levels and bring you out of your mind and into your body, where you will feel more grounded, less reactive and firmly into the present moment rather than the worrying mind.”

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breath Wild Mike Wilson’s five benefits from daily breathwork:

Celebration

Calmed nervous system, allowing for less stress and lower cortisol levels Lowered anxiety as you are brought to the present moment Ability to build your immune system higher Feeling of being grounded and fulfilled Focuses you into your physical body, and out of your head.

It's time to start thinking about the End of Year Celebrations. Willowbank offers a number of unique options that give our guests the opportunity to combine New Zealand’s wildlife and cuisine for a truly memorable celebration.

Check-out our website now for further details!

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Fullblooded and feel good Spring’s here, and it’s time to escape! Where better than somewhere you can laugh, meet new people and forget reality?

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Little Shop of Horrors was originally produced at the Orpheum Theatre, New York City by WPA Theatre (Kyle Renick, Producing Director), David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh and the Shubert Organization.

he Court Theatre has you covered, because Seymour, Audrey and Audrey II are going to transport you away.

Larger than life and twice as fun, Little Shop of Horrors* is the full-blooded, feel-good hit of the summer.

In this dazzling revival, the beloved story of hapless florist Seymour and his bloodthirsty singing plant is brought to life in full technicolour, including musical hits ‘Somewhere That’s Green’, ‘Feed Me’ and ‘Suddenly Seymour’.

One of the most successful musicals of all time, Little Shop of Horrors is visually and vocally stunning, delightfully hilarious and outrageously fun.

Whatever is growing in your garden this summer, we guarantee it won’t be as ‘captivating’ as Audrey II. Book your tickets for Little Shop of Horrors at The Court Theatre 20 November 2021 – 1 January 2022.

Just remember... Don’t feed the plants! courttheatre.org.nz Ph: 0800 333 100

Happy pets, happy vets Ourvets understand the special role your pet plays in your family and we are dedicated to providing them with excellent care.

Open 7 Days Emergency Service

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St Albans: 03 355 6747 | Parklands: 03 383 2233 | Halswell: 03 322 8331

Jackie Bristow 29 September After 20 years abroad, Kiwi countrypop music sensation Jackie Bristow is celebrating her return home with a spectacular nationwide tour, stopping in Christchurch in late September. Catch the awardwinning singer at Grater Goods for a night to remember. www.gratergoods.co.nz

Cumulus 2 October (new date) NZTrio is set to embark on the second journey through the atmosphere in their Dramatic Skies series, with Cumulus.

Ashley Brown (cello), Amalia Hall (violin), and Somi Kim (piano) are excited to perform in full flight as a three-piece. www.nztrio.com

Mel Parsons 11 December (new date) The award-winning Mel Parsons is hitting the road this September to mark the release of her new single ‘Carry On’.

Produced in Ōtautahi, Carry On is a hypnotic track showcasing Parsons’ trademark smoky vocals and lyrical prowess. www.plus1.co.nz Spring Gin 16 October Mona Vale Homestead and Gardens is bringing a day of delicious gin, tasty treats and music to Christchurch this October. Rally your friends, get on your glad rags and head along to a day celebrating all things gin in the sunshine. www.eventbrite.co.nz

Word Festival 10-13 November (new dates) Word Christchurch Festival has reshuffled venues and dates to bring you a new programme in November. Be sure to check the website for the updates and mark your calendars for the times of the speakers you don’t want to miss. www.wordchristchurch.co.nz Art Stars Exhibition 25 September - 9 October (new date) Saving young creatives artwork from the skip and framing it for a bright future, Art Stars is an exhibition of Ōtautahi’s future creatives, giving them the audience, funds, and confidence to kickstart a career in the arts. www.thecreatorsroom.co.nz

Urban Cocktail Trail 25 September To celebrate all the art, craftsmanship and of course the fun a beautifully made cocktail offers, 12 of Christchurch’s best bars will join forces for the Urban Cocktail Trail. Get together your crew and secure your tickets for this fun day out. www.eventbrite.co.nz

Ocean Alley 23 September Australian favourites are excited for their return tour of New Zealand, landing at Christchurch’s Town Hall this September. The show is sure to be full of the high energy and good vibes that Ocean Alley always bring. www.eventbrite.co.nz

my awards, your rewards After more than 30 years in the real estate industry, achieving the highest of accolades, the facet of the job that still brings me the most pleasure is knowing I have made a positive impact in the lives of my buyers and sellers.

“Alison has been impressive from the beginning. Not only is she hard working, straight up and genuine but she gets results. Alison also surrounds herself with the best; it’s no accident that they are the best in the business.” SELLERS OF 9 AMBERITE PLACE, HAREWOOD – HAMISH & LOUISE

0274 332 327 | alisonaitken.harcourts.co.nz Grenadier Real Estate Ltd MREINZ. Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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What’s on

With the recent changes of alert levels, event organisers have been busy rescheduling to get new dates sorted. Check out some of the new details of upcoming events in Christchurch.

meet us in the Country SEPTEMBER–NOVEMBER 2021 Visit Selwyn this spring and enjoy all that country living has to offer.

Our country fêtes have a range of local crafts, food and music. Or explore one of the traditional A&P shows – get some candy floss and watch the animal judging or wood chopping.

Visit one of Selwyn’s many beautiful private gardens opening in spring with peonies, rhododendrons and daffodils – don’t forget your camera!

Book a farm tour and experience rural life, get up close to alpaca, lambs and farm dogs. Discover Canterbury’s only botanical expo and enjoy floral arts, demonstrations and workshops.

Plus there are great walks, cafés and places to stay.

Find your spring activities at www.selwyn.nz/whatson

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akaroa french festival

Cabaret entertainment; Can Can dancers, bands and burlesque

Joie de vivre, French Festival 2019

Akaroa French Festival Experience the transformation of beautiful Akaroa, as the harbourside French settlement celebrates the unique culture and heritage of the area this October.

What you need to know: When: 15 – 17 October 2021 Where: Akaroa Recreation Ground Parking: Free parking around Akaroa streets, limited at waterfront Transport: Shuttles provided between Duvauchelle Camping Ground and Akaroa

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he festival kicks off on Friday night with the official opening, followed by live music and delicious local food and wine vendors to indulge in.

Saturday starts down on the waterfront with a historical re-enactment, followed by a parade down to the recreational ground. There will be heritage, arts and culture stalls, a local fashion show, live music, food and wine samples, as well as traditional French games for kids.

Saturday night Le Cabaret will ensure a night of entertainment with their blend of Can Can dancers, burlesque, and comedy.

The festival wraps up on Sunday with a French inspired antiques and collectables fair, car boot sales and stalls, as well as the Circotica Circus Company who will finish with a bang.

Our suggestion? Get together a group of friends and make a weekend of it!

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Le Premier Soir du Festival The official opening night of the festival, and there is no doubt it will open with a bang! After the welcome and speeches, Maori, French, German and English flags will be raised, and celebrations will begin. The festival bars and food vendors will open up, serving delicious French cocktails and food. Live music throughout the evening along with a fun silent disco will get the whole family up on their feet having a dance. Not to mention the outdoor cinema will be screening the iconic Hunchback of Notre Dame, so you can settle in with a drink and some nibbles and enjoy the film under the stars.

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MulletMan, Cirque du Croissant

A stellar line-up The 2021 Akaroa French Festival is full to the brim of delicious, entertaining, and indulgent things to see, taste and experience. The threeday programme features the very best talent, producers, stall holders and entertainers; you definitely don’t want to miss this line up. Here is a breakdown of a few must-sees to get you excited for the festivities.

The historic re-enactment, Landings, is a must see at the festival. Down on the beautiful waterfront, Landings celebrates all of the people who came to Akaroa to start a new life and create a home in the area. There will be stories shared, and an insight into the heritage and culture of these people and what life was like when they arrived.

The Heritage Marquee There is so much to see and do at the Heritage Marquee, for the whole family! For foodie fans, a special demonstration of French cuisine from the Akaroa Cooking School needs be top of your list. As well as this, admire the amazing designs during the fashion show from the popular Akaroa label Mr Peacock. There will be heritage, arts and culture stalls buzzing all day, and plenty to indulge in.

Le Cabaret A gold star event of the festival, Le Cabaret will take the Marquee stage on Saturday night for an evening of incredible entertainment. Le Cabaret will showcase stellar variety acts with Can Can dancers mixed with burlesque and comedy, finishing the night with great music and a dance floor to have some fun on. This one is definitely worth booking early as it is usually a sell-out evening.

Le Cirque du Croissant The premier of Le Cirque du Croissant is set to be an absolute hit to round out the festival on Sunday. Circotica will dazzle in The Big Top, which will be transformed into a carnival style arena, full of stalls, games and fun for the whole family. You are guaranteed to be wowed by the talented aerialists, acrobats and hilarious jugglers. www.akaroafrenchfest.co.nz

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The Lady Killers; Tina Cross, Suzanne Lynch and Jackie Clarke

Full of special treasures

Little River’s little gem

Discover the extensive array of beautiful homewares, fashion, gifts and local delights at Pot Pourri.

A short 35 minute drive from Christchurch awaits Little River Café, the perfect and most delicious stop on the way to Akaroa and surrounding bays.

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ocated on beautiful Akaroa’s main road, the cosy store is stocked with a combination of contemporary and classic items, as well as the latest trending gifts and homewares.

For the perfect spot of weekend shopping, Pot Pourri offers choice with all of the latest seasonal fashion brands including Home-lee, Stella and Gemma and Stilen jewellery.

It will be hard to resist leaving without a few new wardrobe pieces.

The selection of books ranges to suit all readers and ages, making for the ideal new holiday read. For the little ones, there is plenty of choice

of something special from the toy section to keep them entertained.

If you are searching for a special gift for a loved one, it has never been easier, and there are a range of fun and quirky cards to choose from as well.

The delightful fragrances in store are a mixture of beautiful, scented candles and sweet fudge that is lovingly handmade in store. After enjoying a free tasting of Pot Pourri’s famous fudge, you will definitely be struggling over what selection to take home, especially since there are over 60 indulgent flavours. A true fudgy heaven.

www.potpourri.shop | 03 304 7052

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hether you are passing through or taking a scenic drive, a coffee and freshly baked scone, or big hearty brekkie are all waiting to be enjoyed at this little gem.

Over the years, Little River Café has grown their cosy space into a destination for delicious food and coffee. The cabinet is always full of freshly made sweet treats like the raw caramel slice or carrot cake, as well as savoury delights such as the smoked salmon pretzel roll with capers and cream cheese. The menu has an array of hearty breakfast and lunch options, including

a classic big breakfast and a creamy coconut and almond porridge.

There really is something for everyone, with the evergrowing range of keto, gluten free and vegan meals on offer.

The delicious Mojo coffee beans ensure beautifully smooth coffee, and the excellent baristas are always serving up the very best.

Add a walk, visit to the beach or trek along the rail trail to your visit and you’ve got yourself a perfect day out.

Contact the café and store at littleriverstore@xtra.co.nz.

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Properties on the Peninsula

Indulge and unwind

Banks Peninsula is one of New Zealand’s most unique places. With endless hills, bays and hidden bush, this is nature’s playground right on Christchurch’s doorstep.

En route to Akaroa, the White Rabbit Café is serving up wholesome, homemade delights in a warm, welcoming environment.

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roperties on the Peninsula are special – the seaside bays that surround Akaroa, Le Bons Bay, Hickory Bay, Okains Bay and Little Akaloa Bay are sought after for their beauty and lifestyle.

The Bayleys Akaroa team, located centrally on Beach Road in Akaroa are experienced marketers of coastal property.

We’ll help you tap into the massive power of the Bayleys network to maximise the value of your real estate assets.

Backed by New Zealand’s largest full service real estate agency covering residential, commercial, and rural property our national and international

reach is unmatched, and we’re experts at creating genuine competition for your property.

We’re also deeply committed to the local community, supporting local legends like the Crusaders, the City Mission, Christchurch Art Gallery, Surfing for Farmers, and the Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust, as well as schools, sports teams, and not-forprofit organisations across the Peninsula.

If you’re selling your property, contact Chris Mangels on 021 725 350 or chris.mangels@bayleys.co.nz, or pop into the office for a friendly chat.

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he perfect spot to take some time out of your day to relax and unwind, while enjoying delicious food made with a whole lot of love, and the friendliest service to match.

The menu is full of delicious options for brunch, including The White Rabbit’s breakfast, complete with streaky bacon, black pudding, chorizo sausage and homemade baked beans.

For the sweet tooths out there, the pancakes are a must, served with berry coulis, sweetspiced bananas and whipped vanilla bean cream.

For the sweet tooths out there, the banoffee pancakes are a must, served with salted caramel sauce, sweet-spiced bananas, whipped vanilla bean cream and chocolate praline.

The overflowing cabinet is loaded with fresh sandwiches, salads and of course the beautiful, homemade baked goods. You can never go wrong

with a good coffee and a custard square.

For quiet Friday and Saturday nights on the couch, White Rabbit Café’s take home meals are a dream come true. The weekly special is ever-changing, and features delicious dinners the whole family will love. A crowd favourite has been the slow cooked bbq beef brisket with hassle back potatoes and green salad, perfect for chilly nights.

Pop in and check out the new spring menu, bring the kids to meet Mr Giant Rabbit, relax in the calm setting and enjoy the incredible food served. Opening hours have been extended on Friday–Saturday, 4pm-7pm for take home meals.

www.facebook.com/thewhiterabbitgardencafe

Stunning views Relax in the majestic environment of the Hilltop Tavern at the top of the hill overlooking Akaroa.

The scenery is breath-taking.

Select a decadent dish from the menu, enjoy a local craft beer or wine, and walk the grounds before you start down the hill either way to your destination.

Ph: 03 325 1005 www.thehilltop.co.nz hilltoptaverninfo@gmail.com

Beaufort House Akaroa Luxury Boutique Accomodation

Akaroa Four Square Become a local, and shop where all We’re proud to be part of the longKiwis love to shop.

Always welcome. standing iconic Kiwi brand that Always Always has beenlocal. the local forFour NewSquare.

Zealand communities since 1924

Ph 03 304 7054 72 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa Become a local, and shop where all Kiwis love to shop. Always welcome.

Always local. Always Four Square.

Step back into another time and pace

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eaufort House Akaroa offers luxury accommodation in an idyllic setting – with all the heritage, charm and character of a bygone era. There are tranquil views from each of the five bedrooms – whether it be the vineyard, surrounding hills, our garden or the sea.

Enjoy waking to the sound of birdsong in this beautiful homestead that was built in 1878, and just a short stroll from Akaroa Village.

Our complimentary Breakfast is an event not to be missed with fresh fruits, Bircher muesli, and a

traditional full cooked English breakfast or ‘une omelette extraordinaire’.

Enjoy wine and canapés in the evening with your hosts Noel and Sharon.

Sharon is an avid collector of antiques, Noel an Ocean Yacht Master who has completed many international voyages aboard his yacht ‘Roaring Meg’.

Bookings call Sharon on 021 190 4456.

Gift vouchers available.

Be sure to visit the Akaroa French Festival on 15-17 October, www.akaroafrenchfest.co.nz

www.beauforthouse.co.nz

Store Offers Bakery Lotto Outlet PickAlcohol up a baguette and build a platter of pâté, smoked salmon, Fresh Meat cheese and local olive oil, or popProduce in for a butchers pie and your choice of quality meat.

Contact Us:

La Boucherie du Village, 67 Rue Lavaud

Ph 03 304 7054

For Christchurch delivery contact Fred: akaroabutchery@gmail.com | 0276785525

72 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa

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For the love of cheese Rich in taste and heritage, Barrys Bay Cheese are well-known local cheesemakers with a history spanning 125 years.

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he cheesemaking season has officially begun this month at Barrys Bay. The much-loved Canterbury business is busy making cheese five days a week, at their factory near Akaroa.

They’ve also been busy developing some fresh new packaging which will be hitting the shelves very soon.

Spot it in your local store this summer!

With over a century of experience, it’s not surprising that their awards collection is growing by the year. At this year’s New Zealand Cheese awards, they earned gold medals for some of their most popular cheeses - Havarti, Peppered Havarti, Canterbury Red and Maasdam.

Barrys Bay have recently added an exciting Sheep Milk Pecorino to their collection.

With a nutty, earthy and slightly fruity flavour, this cheese is a must-try.

Find it in their factory shop or online store, along with their full range of cheese. The website also offers a variety of gift boxes, perfect for any cheeselover or that hard to buy for person!

Their factory shop is open daily for cheese tastings, and if you visit in the morning you’ll be able to watch the cheesemakers in action through the store window.

Or stop by their stall at the upcoming Akaroa French Festival this October for some great cheese deals!

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Glamping under the Big Sky Want to spend the night in a yurt overlooking Akaroa Harbour? Come and enjoy a peaceful stay at Big Sky - a unique, hosted eco-farm stay with accommodation in two beautiful yurts at French Farm, Banks Peninsula.

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wner Dave Dunlay likes nothing better than to fire up one of his half a dozen BBQs and prepare a fourcourse meal for his guests at Big Sky. He is on a quest to become the ultimate pit master. His love of smoking food and his collection of BBQs have earnt him the name Smokie D. Dave says the Americanstyle barbecue movement is becoming popular in New Zealand, and it has gone down well at the farm stay. “People really like the slow-cooked, local meat we serve at Big Sky.” Since opening last year,

Big Sky has received five-star reviews from every guest who has stayed. And it isn’t surprising, with tranquil views, incredible star gazing, luxurious comforts and delicious food prepared with love, it really is the perfect escape.

Big Sky is open from October to April. Bookings can be made from the website.

www.bigskynz.co.nz | hello@bigskynz.co.nz

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Top Performing Service Canterbury · · · ·

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$244,000 A Vibrant Retreat And Day Spa Hamner Springs

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Service Business Canterbury

· Excellent reputation, no direct competition · Owner-operator, 2021 revenue $200k+ · Nationwide customerbase, can be operated from any location

linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00671 Graeme Brenssell 029 200 9992 graeme.brenssell@linkbusiness.co.nz

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Contracting and trucking business Based in mid-Canterbury for over 40 years Revenue circa $1 million p.a.

Owner is needing to retire

linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00676 David Pigou 022 305 6024 david.pigou@linkbusiness.co.nz

$245,000

Red Hot Cafe!

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Wardrobe Distributor Nation-wide · · · ·

$3,180,000

Well established and protable business Excellent reputation in the market-place Quality product and consistent performer Various dealerships around New Zealand

$275,000

· A successful, well-established performer · Great reviews & search engine optimised · Residential & commercial painting/ decorating with potential to expand linkbusiness.co.nz/EL03183 Ramon Biggs 021 188 8773 ramon.biggs@linkbusiness.co.nz

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$1,700,000

Operating for more than a decade Annual sales for 2021FY $1.9m+ Manufacturing, import & export operations Excellent supplier arrangements linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00646 Anika Gamba 022 560 3241 anika.gamba@linkbusiness.co.nz

NZ’s most awarded business brokerage 8 O F F I C E S N AT I O N W I D E

First Q sales over $18,500 (gst incl) pr wk Protable showing 10%+ YOY growth Well located in Kaiapoi, easy parking Great atmosphere rustic & contemporary linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00668 Sami Chesterton 021 029 78810 sami.chesterton@linkbusiness.co.nz

Popular Post/Book Shop Christchurch

$150,000

· Post, Kiwibank, Lotto & book shop · Spacious premises with strong lease · Turnover in excess of $350k annually for incoming owner

linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00613 David Pigou 022 305 6024 david.pigou@linkbusiness.co.nz

Contractors, Paint The Town Christchurch

Delivers world-class installations & service Diverse customer base; domestic & B2B Substantial forward work Excellent plant & equipment linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00651 Anika Gamba 022 560 3241 anika.gamba@linkbusiness.co.nz

· Excellent reputation, well-established, diverse customerbase & services · Strong sales in desiarble growing industry · Further potential to develop & diversify

Contracting And Trucking Canterbury

$2,400,000

linkbusiness.co.nz/CS00640 Sam Baddock 022 677 1090 sam.baddock@linkbusiness.co.nz

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Digital inefficiencies cost millions A new survey shows that Kiwi mid-market businesses lose millions of dollars annually because of ineffective digital solutions.

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he MYOB-commissioned survey says Kiwi employees waste an average of 12.5 hours weekly (75 working days annually) on manual or repetitive tasks due to digital inefficiencies.

For businesses with 100 employees, that’s roughly $2.2m per business, per year.

MYOB Head of Customer Service – Enterprise, Jo Tozer, says the study supports recent findings highlighting New Zealand’s falling productivity growth rate, and are a direct result of a heavy reliance on out-dated legacy technology.

Of businesses surveyed:

“Many leaders are unaware of the very real link between their operations software and achieving business goals, so senior decisionmakers must take charge and illustrate how the wrong digital solution can waste time, negatively affect sales growth, result in extra costs and create poor customer experiences,” she says.

“Too many New Zealanders are currently working harder, not smarter and it’s costing businesses significantly.”

Twenty-seven percent use finance and accounting solutions five to 10 years old Nearly one-in-five (18 percent) use workforce management solutions more than five years old Twenty-one percent use project management solutions more than five years old

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Meet your financial adviser A regular face-to-face meeting with a financial adviser is essential in today’s world.

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hat’s the advice from Alistair Bean & Associates – Financial Advisers who believe this is the most important service that their firm offers.

“In a recent survey, New Zealand clients were asked how often they met with their financial adviser. Concerningly, less than 20 percent of financial advisers met with 80 percent of their clients at least once per year, not even for annual reviews. This shows that four out of five financial advisers need to lift their game,” says Alistair.

“Your financial adviser should constantly monitor your short, medium and longer-term plans.

It is particularly imperative that this occurs in present Covid-19 times when unforeseen changes have been thrust upon us again. We can help you calm the waters to make the best adjustments to meet your individualised needs or assist you with staying the course if your goals have not changed.”

Meeting face-to-face is not intimidating at all, he adds. “You are in charge, and we guide you with our recommendations, although we can also make decisions for you, so you don’t

have to.”

Provisioning for ongoing financial needs is an important consideration in life. “Treat a financial advice meeting as if you’re consulting other essential services, such as seeing your doctor, dentist, lawyer or accountant, hairdresser, builder or butcher.

Some of these may seem intimidating, but they’re all there to help you with your personal needs.”

His advice is to challenge anyone not instigating regular client meetings.

“We offer a true one-toone service, meeting clients at least annually face to face, and many of them more often.

We also provide quarterly portfolio updates, quarterly newsletters, tax reports, and are only a phone call away.

We specialise in nest-egg lump sum clients and will create an investment plan to meet your short, medium and longer-term needs. We can assist with KiwiSaver and help you find specialists for your other financial needs, without any obligation.” Disclosure document available free on demand. www.abafs.co.nz

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Best known among the brides and bridesmaids of Christchurch, Stacey Banfield is paving the way for young women in business and showing what a whole lot of talent and passion looks like. Metropol chats to her about her journey so far.

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Absolutely go for it, you are the only person standing in your way, and if you are genuinely passionate about what it is you’re doing you are truly capable of achieving anything you put your mind to.

n incredibly talented make-up artist by trade, Stacey’s creativity is not limited to the beautiful looks she creates for her clients on their special days.

Looking back to where it all started, Stacey says that it took a lot of hard work and time to get things off the ground.

“Having left school at 16 to work on counter, I always knew being a makeup artist was what I wanted to do. I freelanced on my days off, did makeup for fashion shows when my sister was at fashion school doing her diploma, and slowly built up my clientele on the side. It definitely wasn’t an overnight success story.

I worked really hard for years until I had a steady stream of clients weekly to be able to support myself full time. It was at that point that led me to become my own boss and never look back.”

As her business and clientele grew over the years, so did her ideas and ventures. Just last year during lockdown, the Wandering Collective came to life.

“The Wandering Collective is something I dreamt up a wee

while ago but came to life during Covid, especially when the borders were closed.

We have such a beautiful backyard here in New Zealand and so many big-name brands would always fly here to shoot their next campaigns regularly. Think of it like kitset photoshoots where you give me the brief and I put together a team for you, made up of some of the best creatives in the industry.”

Now with over a decade worth of experience under her belt, there have definitely been lessons learned and wisdom gained.

Her advice for other women who are thinking of starting their own business?

“Absolutely go for it, you are the only person standing in your way, and if you are genuinely passionate about what it is you’re doing you are truly capable of achieving anything you put your mind to. Be open-minded and remember that things won’t instantly happen overnight, you have to put in many hours of hard yakka but to be able to wake up every morning excited for the workday ahead is a pretty awesome feeling.”

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north canterbury

Check out our northern sights

Amazing wine, arts, shopping and sculpture are all within 20 to 60 minutes drive from Christchurch City.

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orth Canterbury is well known to many for the wide range of recreational opportunities it offers, its winery cellar doors and restaurants and its welcoming heartland towns. Visitors are welcome whether just passing though or staying a while.

The Waimakariri and Hurunui regions’ sandy beaches, estuaries and rivers offer great fishing, boating and rafting along with family picnics and relaxing on sunny days. Elsewhere there are numerous walking tracks, bike trails and tramping experiences. A growing number of cycle trails dot the landscape and its wine and

food trail grows more popular every season.

The latter encapsulates several areas including Waipara, Rangiora, Oxford, Pegasus, and Amberley.

A variety of annual and regular events also make North Canterbury an attractive destination. Farmers markets are held in Oxford, Ohoka, Kaiapoi, in the Waimakariri, as well as a Sunday market in Rangiora. Fetes, garden tours and art trails also bring opportunities to visit, if you need a reason.

Here are some suggestions from Metropol to help you on your way, once travel is permitted again.

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Rangiora The Waimakariri District’s largest town, Rangiora is approximately 30 minutes drive north of Christchurch and is one of the stops on the popular Coastal Pacific Train journey. Rangiora is a vibrant and rapidly growing destination known for its boutique shopping, exciting events and abundance of cafes and restaurants.

Oxford offers a balance of rural experiences and urban attractions. Cycling, horse trekking, golf and star-gazing are popular pursuits there, while the town is full of topnotch eateries, boutique shops, and a local museum and art gallery. The Oxford Farmers’ Market is on every Sunday morning.

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Waipara

A rapidly growing, picturesque riverside town, Kaiapoi maintains the heart and feel of a village.

It offers numerous aquatic activities as well as an array of boutique shops, cafes, services, natural attractions and events. Activities include fishing and jet boating, and river cruises plus plentiful land-based options.

Waipara is a picturesque valley, 45 minutes north of Christchurch, and one of New Zealand’s premier wine regions. The area is home to numerous vineyard restaurants and winery tasting rooms, plus olive groves, nut farms and lavender fields.

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luscious locks

Exfoliation is not a new word in the beauty industry. The tried-and-true practice is a staple in many skincare routines and for good reason. Smooth, clean and healthy is the result of regularly removing dead skin from the face and body, and this is no secret.

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emoving dead skin cells from the scalp is key for healthy locks. Especially in the cooler winter months, a dry scalp can become a more regular occurrence and can get you reaching for that beanie all too often. Product build up is also a contributing factor of an unhappy scalp, and if you are someone who reaches for the dry shampoo or defining

Goop Himalayan salt scrub mousse on the daily, then you can guarantee your scalp is holding onto some of that product – yes, even after shampooing.

Introducing a scalp scrub into your hair care routine will banish any product build up woes, as well as remove dead skin cells and help promote a healthier environment for your locks to grow lusciously long.

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Spring fling With winter done and dusted, women want something fresh and exciting to replace the drab, dated garb hanging in their wardrobes.

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pring gives the opportunity to declutter. Recycle unwanted clothes to charities to free up space for a total spring makeover.

Made in the Shade represents quality labels from Aotearoa and overseas. Ali and Joslyn bring a wealth of clothing industry experience, and offer unmatched service in helping clients devise a wardrobe that fulfils all their requirements.

With Ali receiving daily deliveries, here’s a peek at what’s filtering in for spring.

Optimum knitwear is casual luxury at its finest. Colours such as magenta, papaya and spectrum blue indicate a bright future ahead.

Bittermoon brings back the Carly dress. It skims over hips, flatters the figure and always looks sensational.

Anne Mardell equals versatility; mix’n’match combinations are only limited by the wearer’s imagination.

Lisette sees women stride with attitude this season in jeans, both long and cropped, vivid paisleys and gamine ginghams.

Blackstone natural-fibre garments call the shots in colours such as sun orange, electric blue and jelly bean green.

Joe Browns is an edgy, funky UK label. Clothes to flaunt and frolic in and show the world you’re in love with life. www.madeintheshadefashions.co.nz

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Feet First Podiatry offers an innovative non-surgical solution, known as Toenail Bracing. Although a lengthy process (between 8-24 months to complete), the exciting news is that any anesthesia, recovery time and much dreaded procedural pain, is completely eliminated.

The titanium toenail brace is designed to allow for your natural toenail to regrow in the correct position. This is achieved by applying a titanium wire to the nail, and a LED light to cure it.

New wire is applied every 8-12 weeks depending on the rate of nail growth. After completion, a healthy nail continues to grow naturally.

If you would like more information about this or any other podiatry services visit the website.

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The colour that connects us to nature and all its beauty, green is dominating spring fashion this year.

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he lively, bright colour goes hand in hand with warmer weather and the season of refreshing new beginnings.

Alongside the beautiful palettes of spring flowers, green shines through as its own

hero, and that is exactly what it is doing right now on catwalks around the world.

Moss, khaki, forest, neon or lime, take inspiration from all the shades of green for spring dressing.

Juliette Hogan lillian dress verdant

Scanlan Theodore, drape gold trim dress

Ruby, jemima trench

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From sporting to frivolous

Lingerie and lockdowns – what’s the link? Confined to homes and professional lives experienced through video meetings changed the way women like to feel.

Non-wired bras and sports bras have increased in popularity exponentially since the pandemic.

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s daywear became more comfortable and tailoring languished in the closet, bras followed suit becoming an extension of loungewear.

However, comfort doesn’t need to equal frumpy, because nonwired bras run the gamut from sports to lacy and frivolous.

At The Fitting Room, fuller cup size brands have continually improved their non-wired options, so much so that even sports bras come non-wired and still give excellent highperformance support. The Shock Absorber D+ Max is very popular, as is the Panache NonWired Sports bra.

New Zealand brand, Hot Milk, has a cute bralette called Heroine that works brilliantly for cup sizes DD-F. The Wacoal Raffine Bralette is a pretty lace option for B-D cups, and Panache Andorra Non-Wired Bra is lacy yet supportive up to H cup size.

Of course, underwired bras still play a key role in our wardrobe as the underpinning that can make an outfit sing.

Store owner Deborah Leuthwaite (pictured) says “As bra fitters we believe that underwired bras are very comfortable as well - it’s just about getting the right fit.”

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When it comes to embracing the grey, there really is something for everyone. It’s a natural process but it does not have to be a gruelling one.

When teamed with a precision cut, the result is transformative, explains V for Hair and Beauty Master Stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee.

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ust because you have silver hair coming in and you want to go grey gracefully, doesn’t mean it has to be a silver colour,” she says. “We help you discover if you are warm or cool based on hair, skin and eyes, and from there we help you decide the best look for you.”

While those with a warm base suit silver hair with soft champagne, sandy iris,

strawberry beige, or translucent butterscotch tones, those with a cool base suit silver dove, champagne lilac or platinum iris.

“Getting your colour undertone is so important and when this is done right it gives your face an instant brightening, lift and can take years off,” Vicki says. “Get it wrong and you will feel drab and look drained and older… consultation is key!” www.vforhair.co.nz

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Leaders in the internal cosmetic revolution, Qt believe men deserve the same opportunities for care and wellbeing as women. As such, they have formulated a professional-grade marine and bovine collagen, adding a perfect mix of complimentary ingredients for ultimate body maintenance results.

More than just a beauty formula, Beaū’s premium quality Bovine and New Zealand Marine collagen not only helps defend the skin against signs of ageing, but also helps boost energy and stamina with scientifically researched ingredients that can support the increase of muscle tone.

Beaū contains ‘activated charcoal’, known to help eliminate toxins and chemicals in the gut, allowing greater collagen and nutrient

absorption and leading to a brighter complexion.

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These principles are applied in a more advanced and timeefficient way by a process called cryotherapy, available in Christchurch at Cryo System.

Therapy takes place in a sealed chamber, where the body is exposed to air chilled to temperatures between -110 °C and -140 °C, for three minutes.

A short, sharp, shock to the system, which owner Chris Hoffman says stimulates a hormone response in the body and activates the

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Back pain specialists Whether back pain strikes after a sports game where you took one for the team, it has crept up on you with the passing years, or you simply reached for the can opener in your own kitchen and something went pop, you’ll know that back pain is debilitating - casting a cloud over every aspect of daily life.

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he team of physiotherapists at Muscle People can working out on the Oov – a fun, odd looking piece help by working with you to create the core strength of equipment that activates core stabilising muscles that is the foundation of fitness without injury, and a while gently extending the spine. You’ll also receive pain-free back. To strengthen the core, which in turn exercises to do at home. Because the courses supports the strength and healing of the spine, the team are designed and instructed by physiotherapists, has developed a programme of they are available as treatment therapeutic exercise called Dynamic through the ACC system. Muscle Spines. Neck, upper back, and lower People receive referrals from back pain as well as core and postural back specialists where core weaknesses are all addressed within strengthening is required, and for To strengthen the core, which in Dynamic Spines. post-operative rehabilitation as The length of the Dynamic well as private clients who want turn supports the strength and Spines programme is unique to you, to address pain, mobility and healing of the spine, the team specifically tailored to ensure that reverse a gradual decline in core has developed a programme you reach your back health goals. strength.

Before enrolling you will be assessed The classes are available at of therapeutic exercise called by one of the physiotherapists to Muscle People’s three clinics in Dynamic Spines. ensure that the classes are going to the city, at Bishopdale and at be the best approach for your issues.

Wigram Skies, and they also run Limited numbers mean you at different times throughout receive higher one-on-one attention the day so there is a location from the physiotherapist instructors within each class as and time to suit. During lockdown, the classes ran you work to your individual diagnosis and ability, but you via video conferencing. The team is constantly also get to share the challenges and fun within a group researching new ways to connect with patients setting. As well as the medical and wellbeing benefits, and help whenever they can. Muscle People are there is an enjoyable social aspect to Dynamic Spines. scrupulous with hygiene, and closely follow all Classes can include Pilates-focused exercises and Covid-19 Government guidelines.

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A timely update Bowel Cancer New Zealand has recently released some sobering statistics. Gastrointestinal surgeon, Ross Roberts of the Endoscopy Clinic in Christchurch, says these statistics are a definite wake up call for anyone who may be complacent about the possibility of developing bowel cancer.

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What are the facts?

What are the symptoms to look out for?

Every year more than 3000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with bowel cancer and over 1200 of us will die from it. Even more startling is the fact that one in every 18 Kiwis is estimated to develop bowel cancer in their lifetime. Men are at increased risk of the cancer. The most recent NZ data shows men at 44.8 per 100,000 with women 35.2 per 100,000.

Bowel cancer can also affect people of all ages. Over 350 people aged under 50 are diagnosed each year. There has been media coverage lately of exactly this scenario.

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Ways to get checked for bowel cancer Make an appointment to see your GP. You can also begin the process of checking for bowel cancer through the National Bowel Screening Programme.

Men and women aged 60 to 74 are eligible for the free programme which has been available in Canterbury since the end of October 2020. If you are eligible for the programme you will be sent a test kit, instructions on how to use it and a consent form. You can find out more about this programme through the Bowel Cancer NZ website.

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Being aware of the symptoms is the first step you can take to prevent bowel cancer. Symptoms may include: bleeding from the bottom (rectal bleeding), change of bowel motions/habits that come and go over several weeks, anaemia (iron deficiency), severe persistent or periodic abdominal pain, a lump or mass in the abdomen, tiredness, and loss of weight for no obvious reason.

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Bowel screening is not right for everyone You should not do a bowel screening test if you have had a colonoscopy within the last five years, are on a bowel polyp or bowel cancer surveillance programme, have had or are currently being treated for bowel cancer, have had your large bowel removed, or have ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease that is currently active. *Information – Bowel Cancer New Zealand Inc. Metropol 16 September, 2021 61

Myth-busting back pain Back pain is extremely common, affecting up to 80 percent of people at some point in their life.

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nfortunately, myths about back pain are widespread, leading to confusion, fear, and sometimes prolonged symptoms. Metropol speaks to Cath Julius, Physiotherapist, and Clinical Pilates therapist about some of the common back pain myths.

Myth 1: Pain is proportional to injury.

It is common to think that the intensity of pain is indicative of the extent of any underlying damage. “We categorically know this is not the case, especially when it comes to back pain,” says Cath. “There are several factors including stress, fear and past injury that influence how we experience pain.” Be sure to rely on an experienced health professional to get an accurate assessment of the injury and its severity.

Myth 2: Back pain equals poor core strength.

Myth 3: Rest is best for back pain.

It seems natural to think that when something hurts, you should rest it.

But research shows that gentle movement and gradual return to strength are more beneficial with most injuries. “I see more long-term issues resulting from people avoiding movement than those who try to stay active. Find a professional who you trust to guide you through the appropriate movement for your injury, and you will recover quicker and with more confidence,” advises Cath.

“This is a common misconception,” says Cath. “It is reflective of our understanding 10-15 years ago, but we understand pain better now. Back pain is more commonly a result of stiffness in other areas, leading to excess load through the lower spine.”

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A nice short walk of just under 4km, the waterfall track is a moderate level hike through beautiful native forest and streams. It should take an hour to an hour and a half and includes a few simple stream crossings. With some steep uphill sections, it will give you a good workout but the 40-metre-high waterfall at the top is well worth the burn.

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Fresh & fancy salads A well assembled salad can make a delicious one bowl meal, especially as a fuss free, throw-together dinner.

Salads are the ultimate way to use up leftovers from the night before, and with a bit of love, can become an interesting meal full of flavour and textures.

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perfect salad has variety, and includes protein, grains, leaves, veggies or fruit, nuts, herbs, and a dressing. This insures it is filling and substantial, tasty, has different textures, and isn’t dry.

Start with your protein and build your salad around that.

Leftover roast chicken or lamb are delicious. Lentils, chickpeas, tofu, eggs or cheese are good vegetarian options, and of course tuna and salmon work great too.

Adding a grain is a great way to add more sustenance to a salad.

Quinoa, bulgur, farro or couscous are some of the many grains that help to bulk up a salad.

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and grain sorted, it’s time to get creative. Having a leafy green adds nutrients and bulk, this could be spinach, kale or mesclun. Other veggie ideas are leftover roast kumara or pumpkin, avocado or pickled onions.

The final step brings it all together. Toast some nuts and seeds to add a nice crunchy texture, chop up herbs for fragrance and freshness, and decide on a dressing, which is crucial to any salad for much needed moisture. A lemon or vinegar-based dressing, yoghurt dressing, honey mustard dressing, the options are endless and delicious.

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Courtesy of Magnolia Kitchen Prep 25 mins

Baking 50-60 mins

4 ripe pears 2 eggs 250g brown sugar 350g plain flour 2 tsp baking powder 150g butter 100g Chai syrup 100g milk Toppings 2 Tbsp brown sugar 75ml maple syrup

Make sure you are gentle when you do this, as you don’t want to push up too far and remove the top of the pear where the stalk is. Just do enough to remove the core.

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Now, beat the eggs and sugar in a mixer until thick and fluffy, then add the flour and baking powder to the mixer bowl and beat to combine.

Place the butter, chai syrup and milk in a suitable bowl and heat in your microwave in 30 second bursts until the butter has just melted. Add half at a time to your mixer bowl, beating well after each addition, then add the diced pear and fold through the batter.

Pour a quarter of the batter into the bottom of your tin. Get the three prepped pears that now have no furry bits or innards (lucky them) and stand them up in a row down the centre of the tin, then pour the remaining batter around the pears. Sprinkle the batter with your 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Put the loaf in your preheated oven and bake for 50–60 mins until golden brown on top. Give it a poke or two with a skewer and make sure the skewer comes out clean-pay particular attention to the batter around the pears, as this will take longer to bake.

Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool slightly in the tin, then tip it out onto a cooling rack, being careful not to damage the pear stalks.

Drizzle the maple syrup over the loaf while it’s still warm . . . slice and serve!

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Preheat your oven to 170°C. Grease your loaf tin (standard size) with a little butter and line it with baking paper.

Peel one of the pears and chop it up into little 1cm pieces (this doesn’t

need to be exact—seriously, DO NOT measure the diced pear!). Peel the other three pears, leaving the top stalk on (this is for visual effect).

Keeping the pears whole, cut out the furry bit on the bottom and use an apple corer to remove the core.

Extracted from Magnolia Kitchen by Bernadette Gee. Photography by Lottie Hedley. Published by Allen & Unwin NZ. RRP $45.00.

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In the balance When cooking with punchy flavours, there is a fine line that balances a meal perfectly.

Too much salt, sugar, acid or spice and a meal can change hugely. We all know what it is like to lovingly prepare a dish only to have it turn out a little too spicy or a little too salty and a little disappointing.

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few simple adjustments can coax a dish into a flavourful and wellbalanced eating experience.

If you have accidentally added too much salt, bulking up a meal by adding more vegetables and diluting with a little water can help reduce the intensity of the salt. Adding sugar or something spicy can also help balance and mask the excess salt. Adjusting the salt in a dish

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Getting the acid balanced correctly can also change the flavours. Adding a squeeze of lemon or lime juice, or a dash of vinegar can bring out different flavours in a dish and enhance them without having to up the salt.

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Thai Fishcakes with Fragrant Sweet Chilli Sauce SERVES 4

For the sweet chilli sauce, deseed then finely dice the chilli, and whack the lemongrass a few times with the back of a knife to release the goodness but leave it whole. Place the chilli and lemongrass in a small saucepan with the sugar, vinegar and lime leaves or zest, and stir to combine. Simmer on a low heat for around 30 minutes. The sauce will be a lot runnier than store-bought varieties but is really delicious and perfect for dipping.

Pop all of the ingredients for the fishcakes into a blender and pulse to combine well.

Heat a frying pan with a good amount of oil. Take heaped tablespoon-sized amounts of fishcake mixture and add to the pan. Cook 5 or 6 (you’ll get 12–14 altogether) at a time, and fry for around 1½ minutes each side until the fish cake has turned white and a little golden on the outside but is still juicy and moist inside.

Serve the fishcakes with the sweet chilli sauce; pile them all on a platter and garnish with extra fresh coriander if taking to share with friends. Serve with an Asianstyle slaw if having them as a dinner.

500g hoki (or any firm, white-fleshed fish) 1 zucchini, grated 3 spring onions, roughly chopped 1 egg 2 Tbsp cornflour ⅓ cup any soy-based or ginger stir-fry sauce ½ teaspoon sesame oil zest and juice of 1 lime 30g coriander 20g mint oil for cooking Sweet Chilli Sauce 1 long red chilli 5cm piece of lemongrass ½ cup white sugar ½ cup white vinegar 2 kaffir lime leaves (or zest of 1 lime)

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Whitebait time again An indelible part of being a Kiwi, for some the first whitebait patty of the year takes on the significance that the first Easter egg does for others.

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hey’re not known as ‘white gold’ for nothing – swimming upstream from the sea in the Spring, these tiny slivers of deliciousness are our taonga, to be treated with reverence, and every mouthful is an occasion.

If you only get to worship at the whitebait altar once this season, make sure its at the Purple Weka Cafe on Fitzgerald Avenue where the precious treat is served in the traditional way. Owner Stewart McDougall says “we respect the natural flavour and natural goodness by preparing our patties simply with two eggs, seasoning and a wedge of lemon if you like.”

Customers can order whitebait patties with thick slices of fresh white bread or as a meal served with fries and salad, and, subject to availability, whitebait patties are served every day in season, all day long.

Of course, all of the other options on the all-day menu and the great coffee or cool drinks are served with a cheeky weka grin all year round.

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Rangiora’s favourite butchery with beautiful handcrafted sausages, dry cured meats.

Wild game and Home kill processing available.

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Tempt those taste buds

Laphroaig 25Yrs It’s aged for a quarter century in a combination of large Oloroso sherry butts and ex-Bourbon barrels, proving that good things are worth the wait. This mellow single malt Scotch has the distinctive flavour of Laphroaig — peat smoke with a medicinal edge — met by creamy vanilla flavours from American oak and spiced apple from the sherry casks.

700ml $699.99

Metropol writer Nicholas Henare gets in early with some Christmas options on offer from Big Daddy’s Liquor this month.

Big Daddy’s Stores Blenheim Road 03 343 1523 280 Blenheim Rd, Brougham Street 03 366 5737 151 Waltham Road, Eastgate 03 381 3660 227 Linwood Ave, Shirley 03 386 0528 205 Hills Road,

Parklands 03 383 2478 60 Queenspark Drive, Hillmorton 03 338 7733 7 Halswell Road, Rangiora 03 310 8200 28 High Street,

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As we talked about last month, I’ve been fortunate to spend time with Joy Spence, master blender for Appleton Estate rum. This is a celebration of her 20 years as master blender.

One of the world’s finest rums with clove, espresso and cinnamon notes and a sugary Demerara sweetness.

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ig Daddy’s exceptional taste in beverages is bringing Canterbury whisky sommeliers, and those with a refined taste for the best spirits from around the world, some tempting options at great prices; perfect Christmas gift ideas for those with discerning tastes.

Christmas is a special time to celebrate with something outstanding; top beverages such as Champagne, whisky and vodka.

Because it’s a time to celebrate, it’s a moment in time to enjoy something exquisite. This month’s range should be savoured at that special time.

Appleton Estate Joy 25Yrs

Royal Dragon Vodka Royal Dragon is a unique vodka combining the best ingredients from around the world.

Royal Dragon is the ultimate expression of superior vodka. A small batch vodka exclusively distilled with a Russian formula and the finest winter rye; five times distilled using a centuries old copper pot still.

The ultimate quality vodka for the ultimate discerning taste experience.

This incredible whisky blend is taken from the notes of original blender Sir Alexander Walker II himself.

The nose is spiced apple, smoky oak with a citrus and oak palate.

A smooth amber whisky for those special times.

700ml $179.99 the frozen Glenfiddich From north of Canada, near a special Winter Storm Niagara, blend of unique 21Yrs whisky made by

3 Litre $599.99

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master blender, Brian Kinsman.

The taste is a perfect combination of both pioneering liquids used; the heightened candied sweetness and oakiness of Glenfiddich are complemented by mouth-watering tropical fruit notes and a luscious sweetness from the unique ice wine cask finish.

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In your kitchen

BIG BANG CHICKEN & SUSHI

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Korean Fried “Yum Yum” Chicken Spicy, Sweet Soy & Garlic, Lemon.

The dynamic duo from Twisted Flour and Sugar Merchants really do put the icing on the wedding cake. Sally is the fantastic frilly and flowery creative, and Kate is an ingredients alchemist with a flair for fondant. info@twistedflour.kiwi Kate 027 2459043

New original style Juicy Tenders in-store now.

Online orders: bigbangchicken.mobi2go.com Phone orders: 03 386 2880 114 Marshland Road, Shirley

BESPOKE PLATTERS Bespoke Platters use local produce to create grazing tables that not only tastes delicious, but will be the centerpiece of your next event. Bespoke caters for all occasions from kids parties to large corporate functions. www.bespokeplatters.co.nz Ph. 027 322 5345

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FOUR SQUARE SUPERMARKET HANMER Our generous and delectable grazing platters are now complemented by our range of Birthday Cakes, Sandwich platters and gourmet salads. We can help you with all of your family get togethers or corporate events in Hanmer. Call us today!

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MRS DENTONS Come and treat yourself to a scrumptious scallop pie or maybe an Italian eggplant pie! Fairlie Bakehouse pies in store too. Fine. Food. Fast. Takeaway Cafe and Delicatessen.

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Spiked Pink Coconut Lemonade MAKES A LARGE PITCHER.

Ingredients 2 cups ice 3/4 cup vodka 1/3 cup lime juice 1/3 cup cranberry juice 1/4 cup Malibu Soda water Lemon or lime to garnish Handful of mint leaves to garnish Handful of frozen berries to garnish

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Slice the lemon or lime into rounds and add to the pitcher, then top it up with soda water.

Garnish with mint leaves and berries.

In your glass Laughing Club Pink Gin In 1928 at Raffles Hotel in Singapore the legendary raconteur Lord Geoffrey Reardon founded the Laughing Club.

100 years on, the exclusive recipe Lord Reardon created has been brought back combining deep artesian water with exotic botanicals. Traditional copper pot stills triple distilled to ensure the original exquisiteness of Laughing Club Gin. “Like drinking silk”.

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Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin

From Rampur in India, Orange and lemon peel shine through as part of the 11 botanicals and comes from one of the largest distillers in Asia. Named after “the golden city” Jaisalmer. Its notes of citrus and Darjeeling tea shine through in this unique Indian gin.

700ml, $79.99

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Hillmorton 03 338 7733 7 Halswell Rd Rangiora 03 310 8200 28 High St

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YOU Floral arrangements create a beautiful burst of colour in any room and add a little something special to a home. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at creating your own pretty arrangements, Metropol has a few top tips to get you started.

Selection

When selecting your flowers, try choose a range of varieties that each bring something different to the arrangement. Some will fill space and add texture and bulk, without stealing the show.

Some will bring movement and add dimension, and some will be the stunning focal flowers that give the bunch its wow factor.

Colour

Decide on a colour scheme before you start arranging. You might choose to stick with one tonal colour scheme, fun and bright complementary colours, or beautiful rustic neutrals.

Whatever you choose, make sure you have some greenery in there as this will fill the gaps. Use whatever flowers are currently in season as inspiration.

Tools

Aside from the flowers, you don’t need much to create a floral arrangement. Good sturdy shears or scissors are needed to give the stems a fresh, clean cut. A vase is also a necessity, and the shape and size of this will change how your arrangement looks. The wider the opening is, the more flowers you will need to fill it.

Arrange

Start with a focal flower, and begin to add greenery, filler flowers and focal flowers, rotating around your bunch to create variety. The twisting and turning will also keep the stems looking tidy. For the outer layer, use greenery, to tie everything in nicely. Before placing the bunch in a vase, give the stems a trim so they are all even.

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Taking shape

Geometric shapes are taking pride of place through new ways of bringing placed blocks of colour into our homes. This living room channels art nouveau glamour with an arrangement of hexagonal shapes.

Styling by Vanessa Nouwens | Photography by Bryce Carleton

FURNISHINGS: Rug from Citta, resuable cup and faux plant from Freedom

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lamourous tones and graphic shapes add a contemporary edge to a neutral wall. This one looks fabulous against the soulful neutral of Resene Tea, with accent colours displayed across the room.

From here, the colours build.

A traditional green tone emerges in Resene Bush with its deep, jewel-like presence. The coastal blue of Resene Ming continues to resonate further with the warm rusty tan of Resene Brown Sugar.

It brings the liveliness of Resene Ming and the richness of Resene Bush down to earth. The deep, dark blue of Resene Blue Night calmly centres the colour scheme. Finally, Resene Summer Green balances the composition with its cooling, light blue. Although these colours differ dramatically, they work together

harmoniously, balancing drama and softness.

Bringing in your chosen colours in furniture and objects will have a significant impact on the feel of the living room. It’s vital to harmonising the room, which in turn will create a more comfortable experience.

By upping the ante on geometrics by using rich and light colours, this hexagon feature illustrates how to create impact with tones in an elegant way. It’s a stylish, unexpected alternative to a simple living room wall, celebrating the freewheeling spirit of rich colours amid graphic designs.

The bold contrast between the feature and the neutral wall identifies your space as a destination in which to relax, recharge and reset.

MOODBOARD: Background in Resene Tea with A4 drawdown swatches (from bottom to top) in Resene Bush, Resene Summer Green, Resene Edgewater, Resene Blue Night, Resene Ming, Resene Brown Sugar and Resene Tea, vase in Resene Brown Sugar and small hexagon dishes in Resene Summer Green and Resene Bush.

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

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“This house is still like the day it was built,” say the very happy owners of a Merivale home, seven years on.

This would be the timeframe when many homes would start to show wear and tear. However, they knew well that in the end, you get what you pay for, and more.

The pitched roof, two-story home resides on the former site of historic Elizabeth House, on Circuit Street.

The opportunity to utilise the same stately footprint became the challenge of DJ Hewitt Builders. A luxury solid-concrete build now stands as a contemporary icon.

The discerning first owners welcomed the opportunity to buy an ideal replacement to their former penthouse living.

The O’Neill Architecture designed home was Rockcote plastered on Integra panel. Its 600sqm includes six bedrooms, a home theatre, lounge, and family room. However, it was the sort-after four-car garage for the motor enthusiast that ticked the most poignant box.

Although an expansive airy abode, it provides sumptuous cosy warmth in winter, with underfloor heating and hi-tech air-conditioning. A partially

covered timber-decked courtyard creates another kitchen dining alcove for hosting the retired couple’s friends and family.

Elegant lighting and skylights accentuate striking black, white and neutral pallets. As does the quality tiling over the underfloor heating, and the ambient gas-fire surround.

Three years ago, the opportunity to purchase the adjacent section, doubled the land size. The owners didn’t hesitate to bring Daryl and his team back on the job, this time to build another separate three-car solid concrete garage. Top quality and simple was the brief. It now looks completely in keeping as part of the home. With a separate entrance on Heaton Street, the land still has its own title for future options.

A former builder himself, of many a Christchurch property, the owner recognised Daryl Hewitt’s long-standing experience as being right at the top of his game. He described working with Daryl on the project as absolutely superb - being like-minded perfectionists enhancing the perfect home.

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Closet envy Contemporary home design often includes a walk-in wardrobe as part of the master suite, and also as part of a guest suite.

Create a focal point If you have the space to hang statement lighting, try a large ring pendant to create practical illumination and a wow factor all in one.

Bespoke vanity Include a gorgeous vanity table, with compartmentalised make-up drawers, complementary chair and well-lit mirror.

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pacious, well organised and with a built-in storage system are the basics, however the finished room will depend on who it’s for and what their style is.

A luxury wardrobe is all about creating a beautiful space that you enjoy walking into every time.

Here are some suggestions from Metropol.

Mini art gallery

Central island

Hang one or two of your favourite art works on the walls to enjoy, with proper lighting to show them off of course.

Add an island of drawers, including special jewellery compartments, and accentuate it with a large chandelier for extra glitz and glam.

Joint venture

Mirror, mirror

Merge a walk-in/walk-through wardrobe with an ensuite bathroom or vanity area to make dressing up and down easier.

Don’t forget a full-length mirror or two for that all around outfit check.

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Organise your makeup

Arrange the perfume and make-up you use every day neatly, using decorative trays and storage vessels.

Dump old makeup

Throw out old make-up, perfume and toiletries.

Products past their use-by dates may harbour harmful bacteria.

Replace old pillows

If your pillows don’t easily spring back into shape, dump them and invest in some new ones. Try bamboo pillows.

Ban random rubbish

Regularly clean out any rubbish, old knick knacks, papers and used coffee cups that accumulate.

Improve your sleep A bedroom should be a sanctuary, a peaceful haven where a blissful night’s sleep is top of the list. Often it’s a neglected room, a dumping ground for clothes (clean or dirty), and clutter and a quick hiding place when guests are suddenly due. Never fear; follow these simple tips from Metropol and you’ll not only banish the clutter but be well on the way to a more restful sleep.

Clean out your clothes Keep those you wear the most and get rid of everything torn, saggy, shrunken, old, mouldy, smelly or stained.

Banish the laundry basket

Don’t keep dirty laundry in your bedroom. Use a basket in a bathroom or laundry. Put clean laundry away straight away.

Ban fur babies

Don’t let your pets into your bedroom. They disrupt sleep, shed pet hair onto bedding, bring in fleas and dirty bed linen.

Mobile phones

Ban these from the bedroom.

They’re usually home to more bacteria than a toilet seat, and expose you to non-ionizing radiation.

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‘Locked down but looking up’ is how I’d describe this, our second national Level 4 lockdown.

What have you made of it? Did you survive, thrive, walk daily, bake madly, online shop gladly, consider other job prospects, think about those that are finding themselves in tremendously vulnerable positions and, more importantly, what did you learn about yourself and the worlds – personal and professional – that you occupy?

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I’ve learnt so much about myself and about the resilience and compassion that exists around us all. In 2020, when we went into our first lockdown, my major emotion was fear. Fear of the unknown, fears for our business, our family, our friends.

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You name it I was scared silly about it. Strategy, support and structure got me through – as they probably did for many others – but this time it’s different.

You’re not as scared when you know a bit, or should I say a lot, more about d d cFa by what you’re dealing with. Here’s some of L y n ette M what I’ve learnt.

1. Business hasn’t completely stopped.

Auctions were able to be undertaken utilizing the Zoom platform and this allowed us to sell unconditionally 24 out of 26 properties at a full range of prices and across a myriad of locations in a 14 day period. That’s a massive change from last year and it’s gone a long way to ensuring confidence in the market for all participants. For me, the standouts from the auctions have included the huge benefit to vendors of having property videos and floor plans, the increase in buying without seeing and the continued strong demand for property despite everything, as evidenced by multiple bidders and some bidding wars between

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also been more evident. What if this is an ongoing part of our reality? What changes need to keep occurring to remain relevant and productive? And then processing these thoughts into an actionable plan.

We are currently in level 3 on the cusp, I hope, of a level 2 announcement in the next 24 hours and if this happens an entirely new world opens up. Bubbles get a lot more flexible and our office which is operating at a skeleton staff level, could get back to its usual busy bumptious self.

3. At a personal level, last year’s bubble was a biggie. Five beautiful members of my family all together with John and I made for a noisy, busy time. This time, with only the two of us, it’s been so different.

No more Warriors reruns, war movies or gentle walks with my dad, no more ten meals a day, care of my mum or dance lessons from our niece. I’ve missed that.

Whatever your lockdown has looked or felt like, I hope there’s been a quiet lesson somewhere in it.

Here’s mine:

“Happiness is being able to enjoy the things you worked for without slipping into thinking about what’s missing or what is next.” – Yung Pueblo

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highly motivated parties. People are calmer, me included. As a business we had daily (usually six days a week) online meetings which have been proactive and constructive, training, company meetings, Q & A, recruitment meetings and team yoga. This rhythm ensures and engenders a quiet confidence and has enabled a different level of leadership effectiveness.

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Persian Distressed Rug available at Nile Rugs 1027 Colombo St 7. Donkey Sculpture available at Any Excuse 3/4 Eastfield Dr Lincoln 8. Cross Chair (available in 3 colours) available at Global Living 100 Moorhouse Ave 9. Italian Verde Tableware available at Malthouse Cottage Homeware & Gifts 69 Colombo St Beckenham Christchurch

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An exclusive rebirth A tiger waiting to pounce didn’t deter Christchurch’s Dave Fox from settling into his favourite chair. The tiger was a surprise initially but then it took a back seat to Dave’s comfortable newly refurbished chair.

aving researched buying a new chair, Dave instead opted to have experts McDonald & Hartshorne Quality Furniture Specialists bring his favourite old one back to life.

“The frame is made from beech and it was fine; the chair just needed a bit of TLC and a facelift,” he says.

“A comparable new chair was about $2500. For a lot less I now have a chair that is an exclusive, with an added lifespan. They’ve done a beautiful job and it is so comfortable, not to mention eye-catching.”

Bringing visions to life is just one of the services that McDonald & Hartshorne offer. Personal service, expertly crafted customised furniture and upholstery, and attention to detail are all part of the company’s business ethos.

Versatility and teamwork are key to its success. Company codirector Keith Hartshorne personally deals with clients in one-on-one consultations, while fellow codirector and expert upholsterer Steve McDonald, ensures the business delivers exactly what its clients want.

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Keeping tabs on screen time Keeping track of the amount of digital screen time your family clocks up, especially teens and younger children, can be a tricky thing for even the most vigilant of parents. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott takes a look at one option designed to make it simple.

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ou know how it goes, teenagers jumping from one screen to another.

No sooner finishing up a gaming session on their PC and they’re in bed on their phone scrolling through a couple of hundred TikTok videos.

Controlling screen time from a central point can be done at a router level, but it requires a fair bit of technical knowledge.

But with the Circle Home Plus, keeping tabs on screen time, websites, apps, devices and their whereabouts, for every family member and device connected to your home network, is as simple as checking your phone.

The Circle (which is actually a cube), lets you have full control over how long your kids can spend on specific sites. Want them to have unlimited access to Wikipedia and YouTube, but have only one hour per day on Instagram, and not have access to Reddit at all? You can do that within the Circle Parental Controls app.

Set times and limits can be enforced easily and extra time rewards can be given if they’ve done their chores. You can even cut the internet off altogether during certain times when you want some family

bonding, such as dinner times for example.

Granted, they can use mobile data instead, but just watch how fast that gets used up with videos, gaming and Netflix.

The Circle is easy to set up and the accompanying app couldn’t be any simpler to use, however all this comes at a price.

The Circle unit itself retails for around $200, and the use of the Parental Controls app requires a subscription. That itself is a couple of hundred yearly, but there are monthly options and a more sensible lifetime option if you’re going to need to use it for a few years.

Buying the hardware normally includes 12 months subscription to the app, so you’ll get to assess the very clever features for free before making further commitment.

Pros: An incredible range and depth of in-app controls.

Simple to follow and operate, even for noobs.

Offers peace of mind.

Cons: Ouch! It’s pricey if you want to use it past the free period.

But the lifetime membership is worth the outlay in the long run.

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Perfecting your gathering space At Dream Doors Kitchens, they believe the kitchen is a place to gather, cook, share meals, and socialise with friends and family.

Whether you require minimal renovation or an entire new kitchen, they can take care of as much, or as little, of the renovation process as you need. Adrian and his team of skilled tradesman take great pride in their work and are ready to help you make your New Kitchen or Kitchen Renovation dreams come true. www.dreamdoors.co.nz | Ph:03 338 1081 | adrian@dreamdoors.co.nz

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Optimising outdoor living Spring comes with unpredictable weather and just as we optimistically venture to our outdoor living areas, a sudden change sees us darting indoors again.

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louvre roof is the perfect way to optimise your enjoyment of that space, even in the unpredictable spring weather.

Louvre Solutions roof systems are more than just a slatted covering. They are customised with heating, lighting, and ventilation so you can create your own comfort zone, and you have the option of installing pull-down side screens.

Thanks to a rain sensor, the louvres close automatically when it starts raining, just like magic. No more dashing indoors when a sudden shower arrives.

For more than 17 years the company, owned by Craig Rogers, has been manufacturing louvre systems in Canterbury at its Rangiora base.

Only high-quality materials are used, from the New Zealand extruded aluminium

louvres and fastenings to the motors and controls imported from Europe.

The metal system is stronger and more durable than traditional patio covers and conforms to nearly all wind and snow load requirements. All the company’s louvre roofs come with a 10-year warranty.

Sounds expensive? Not necessarily.

“In the early days premium products like these definitely were expensive,” says Craig. But that’s changed. “Technology has advanced and has widened the options for customers. Louvre roofs are now within the realms of possibility across the spectrum, from entry-level properties to high-end architecturally-designed homes.”

Incorporating a louvre roof system is something to consider in the design stage of your new build to maximise the

positioning of your outdoor living space or they can be retrofitted to complement your existing patio or spa area.

The systems are also a practical and efficient way to make the most of your commercial building, enabling heating and cooling control in the office environment or extending the time that you can use your restaurant or cafe’s outdoor dining area.

New Zealand’s changeable weather conditions are beyond your control but a louvre roof puts you in control of your own microclimate, allowing you to enjoy al fresco living year-round.

“Whether entertaining, relaxing, or simply expanding your indoor area, we can bring your ultimate outdoor environment to fruition,” says Craig.

The company has agents in the North Island as well as in Nelson, mid-Canterbury, Wanaka and Queenstown.

Find out about the best Louvre Solutions for you, call 027 535 6286 or email info@louvresolutions.co.nz

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Enjoy a great sleep The benefits of a good night’s sleep are multiple. Studies worldwide have shown that a decent sleep nightly should boost your immune system, result in better work productivity, improved mental agility, weight loss and mood control.

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leep helps keep your mind and body healthy. Most adults need seven or more hours of good-quality sleep on a regular schedule each night. Quantity and also quality are important so that you feel rested when you wake up.

Sleep is especially essential for various aspects of brain function such as cognition, concentration, productivity, and performance, all of which studies have shown are negatively affected by sleep deprivation. On the other hand, good sleep

has been shown to improve problem-solving skills and enhance memory performance of both children and adults.

To sort your perfect bed and mattress visit the Dreamwool Beds showroom at 96 Disraeli Street, Sydenham or call 0800 753 754.

Pick your mattress

Bed size matters

Key to that is having the right bed and mattress which is where Dreamwool Beds can help. Company director David Henderson says there is no better way to spend nights than sleeping soundly on a mattress filled with generous layers of soft, luxurious Merino wool sourced directly from select South Island farms.

Dreamwool mattresses provide optimum comfort and temperature control, enabling you to get to a deeper sleep, faster, he says. “The combination of pure Merino wool, natural latex infused with activated charcoal, thousands of delicate microcoils and supportive pocketsprings, means Dreamwool mattresses provide sleepers with the perfect microclimate for any season: cool, moisture-wicking confidence in summer and warm, luxurious comfort in winter.

“Like sleeping on a cloud,” he adds.

Sleeping in a size-appropriate bed also helps with a good night’s sleep.

For older singles, David suggests an old-fashion three-quarter size bed. “It’s four feet wide, which is larger than a king single, yet smaller than a regular double bed. I know several older people on their own now who have downsized and love it.“There’s plenty of room for one person not to get lost or swamped by the size. There’s also room for bedtime stories with grandchildren when they visit.”

Often called a “small double”, three quarter beds are very spacious for one person and compact enough to fit in a standard-sized modern bedroom. For those who enjoy relaxing in bed, sitting up and watching television then drifting off to the best possible sleep, try the recliner option. You’ll love it.

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Colour Me New Your unique style, the one that reflects your personality, applies to your home too, and is now within reach!

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hether you’re looking to redesign your entire house or simply a room or two, interior designer/colour consultant Judy, at Alena Designs, can help direct your distinct style needs.

Judy believes colour speaks the language of expression, inspiring exciting transformations. Helping others

find their design voice, she suggests starting with one small area. A window seat, faded armchair, or dull sofa cushions provide the perfect mini project.

Add rich textured wallpapers and bold fabric patterns for an affordable home facelift that pops.

To start your interior design transformation, visit the website. www.alenadesigns.co.nz

Beautiful new season range of ELK clothing and accessories now available at The Ivy.

Gorgeous NZ made designer cushions. Shop online www.alenadesigns.co.nz

Bordallo Pinheiro, uniquely handmade in Portugal available from Cosi Fan Tutte.

Beautiful timber furniture custommade by Gavin Cox Furniture.

Sabelle luxurious Sheep Milk beauty products available at Coco Gifts.

Beautifully unique fine art studio portraits for people and pets.

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Softly flickering candlelight and delicate fragrances bring ambience to any room.

Superior soy candles, poured with love available at Love Light Soy Candles.

Prints and original artwork with matt boarding and framing options available at Art by J Steel.

All weather outdoor lounger New Summer 2016/17 Outdoor Loungerset, Set TheAvailable Crowded House inAvailable stock from now. from Furniture Company Ltd. The www.thecrowdedhouse.co.nz Crowded House Furniture Company www.thecrowdedhouse.co.nz

NEW Vintage Sass Mugs available at Industria.

Brighten someone’s day with a ‘just because’ gift from Barrington Gifts.

A large selection of one-off and eclectic pieces available at The Vintro Room.

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rom romantic to light and airy, orchard fruits to the smell of the sea or mum’s favourite flowers, set the scene with Love Light Soy Candles, hand-poured, here in Christchurch.

Sisters Lisa Mallinson and Tania Mitchell create a range of unique 100 percent soy candles to suit all occasions.

Each candle is handmade and individually quality controlled.

“We are all about reducing waste and recycling too, so we also offer a refilling service,” says Lisa.

Available too are beautiful Italian linen garments, and the organic Kiwi-made Ardra skincare range.

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With the welcomed arrival of spring, it is the time when people start thinking about their gardens and what to plant for the season ahead. Growing plants and trees at home takes the right knowledge, and a little help from the experts is never a bad idea.

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Current trends Kiwiflora Nurseries are seeing include an ongoing demand for fruit trees.

This is possibly the result of Covid-19 creating a want for self-sufficiency, it makes sense that in our current climate, having fresh, healthy food grown at home is appealing.

iwiflora Nurseries have an ever-changing range of plants available, as well as expert advice on how best to grow and look after different varieties. They respond to consumer demands as garden trends change, and watch the trends in popularity of different plants to ensure they are ready for whatever it is their customers are looking for.

Current trends Kiwiflora Nurseries are seeing include an ongoing demand for fruit trees.

This is possibly the result of Covid-19 creating a want for selfsufficiency, it makes sense that in our current climate, having fresh, healthy food grown at home is appealing. People who may not have before, are now taking it upon themselves to grow their own produce. Kiwiflora Nurseries currently have 19 varieties of citrus trees, including lemons, limes, mandarins, and oranges.

Other fruit trees in stock include apples, apricots, blueberries, cherries, feijoas, figs, peaches, and plums, so there is plenty of choice if you are just getting started or adding to your growing collection of fruit trees.

Another current trend is the increasing popularity of flowering perennials. These are a beautiful

long living plant that unlike annuals, don’t need to set seed to keep thriving. They often grow as clumps, which get bigger every year by expanding sideways, and can then be divided to spread out over the garden. The seasonal colours are stunning and will bring so much beauty to your outdoor spaces, so these are a great option for planting this spring.

Kiwiflora Nurseries propagate and grow a vast range of trees, plants and shrubs, and are always looking to develop and refine their customer experience.

Next on the horizon is a new website, due to be live later this September. This will mean introducing online shopping and click and collect orders for ultimate customer ease.

There will also be advanced features including plant photos and cultural information. Look out for future developments and additions of handy resources for gardening at home, articles on specific tips and tricks and tutorial type videos.

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language of flowers WORDS LYNDA PAPESCH

For many centuries, flowers have been used to convey various messages such as love and hope. During the Victorian era saying it with flowers became a fine art with nearly all homes having a guidebook to help send the right message.

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lowers were often used to deliver messages that couldn’t be spoken out loud, and even the method of delivery was part of the language. Sometimes a “yes” answer came in the form of flowers handed over with the right hand; if the left hand was used, the answer was “no.”

Plants were also used to express aversive feelings, such as the “conceit” of pomegranate or the “bitterness” of aloe. A rose declaring “devotion” or an

apple blossom showing “preference” might have been answered with a yellow carnation to express “disdain”.

Some flowers, such as roses, poppies, carnations and lilies were used to express a range of emotions, based on their colour alone. Pink carnations meant “I’ll never forget you”; red said “my heart aches for you”; white was for the “the sweet and lovely”; and yellow expressed romantic rejection. A red rose was used

to express feelings of love, while a red tulip was a confession of love.

The colour of roses played a huge role in the language of flowers. White roses symbolised purity and a new beginning; red roses love, dark crimson roses mourning, pink roses happiness, yellow roses jealousy and infidelity, orange desire and enthusiasm, lavender love at first sight, and coral friendship and sympathy.

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Pink – Longing for you Red – You’re a flame in my heart White – You’re adorable

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Red – Alas my poor heart aches White – Innocence, pure love, women’s good luck gift Pink – I’ll never forget you Striped – Refusal Yellow – Rejection, disdain

Inspirational houses of the year Canterbury architects and builders punch well above their weights in design and construction, as evidenced by the 2021 Master Builders Canterbury Awards results.

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live Barrington Construction won the Supreme New House of the Year Award (see pages 116-117) for a new build in Fendalton, along with awards for a new build at Cass Bay (pictured above), which won gold and lifestyle kudos in the Resene New Home $2 million category.

Judges described the Cass Bay home as a unique, total-design approach.

Other awards locally went to Irving Builders, Greenland Homes, Sinclair Builders, Southen, LM Built, Home Trends Builders, Pringle Homes, LOC Construction, Trevor Hone Builders,

Gregg Builders, Blue Summit Construction, Avenue Architectural Builders, Parsons Construction, Boss Construction, Jennian Homes Canterbury, Build by Design, BG Cooke Construction, Residential Castles, and NKR Builders.

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THE INFLUENCERS

MARIAN JOHNSON MINISTRY OF AWESOME | CHIEF AWESOME OFFICER

JOHN BRIDGMAN ŌTĀKARO LIMITED | CHIEF EXECUTIVE

Electrify Aotearoa

Project completion delayed

Together with Blackbird Ventures, one of Australasia’s leading venture capital companies, Ministry of Awesome is taking action with the launch of Electrify Aotearoa.

Delays in completing our major projects due to the latest Covid-19 lockdown are a tough pill to swallow.

This is New Zealand’s first women founder startup conference which is taking place right here in Christchurch on October 14.

The basic premise here is that we believe that - like the saying says - “You cannot be what you cannot see.” When the most widely circulated startup success stories feature Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, or Steve Jobs, it’s hard to imagine yourself as a potential unicorn founder when all role models look, sound, and are nothing like you.

That’s why we are gathering together a power of New Zealand’s top women startup founders to inspire and connect with the next generation of women-led startups.

We were preparing for an official opening and public open day at Te Pae Christchurch early next month and Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre was rapidly growing.

No work in Level 4 and the restrictions that come with Level 3 now pose significant challenges to advancing construction as quickly as we would like.

At Level 3 the workforce had to be reduced to meet social distancing requirements on the sites, resulting in a dip in productivity.

More disruptive, though, are the travel restrictions. The scale, size and complexity of some equipment and services required numerous specialists from outside of Christchurch

Speakers include startup mavens such as Sharesies’ Brooke Roberts, Yabble’s Kathryn Topp, Outset DeepTech’s Imche Fourie, and Theresa Gattung, NZ Lead for SheEO, and Chair of Women in Entrepreneurship at the University of Auckland Business School.

The intention is that Electrify Aotearoa will help establish a foundational network for women entrepreneurs, New Zealand’s top investors and venture capital companies, and the nation’s most successful women entrepreneurs. This network will help them form a pathway for more women founders to activate and succeed with a powerful community supporting them

to install and get running.

In the case of Te Pae Christchurch, at least 30 experts in areas including fire systems management, commissioning and compliance are Auckland and Wellington-based.

Of course, we understand and support the steps taken to combat Covid-19, as a community outbreak would be far more detrimental to our work.

It’s important to remember that these facilities are long-term investments in Christchurch’s prosperity.

Thousands of people will come here to visit Te Pae Christchurch and the hoops at Parakiore will wear out with all the shots taken over the coming years.

No matter what you need, you can trust DGI Morgan Ltd for reliable construction & maintenance solutions. There is no job too big or too small – we do it all.

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THE INFLUENCERS

PETER TOWNSEND

LIANNE DALZIEL

TE PAPA HAUORA ADVISORY COUNCIL | INDEPENDENT CHAIR

CHRISTCHURCH CITY COUNCIL | MAYOR

Exploring community issues

Coping with a chain reaction

Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct continues to explore issues in health that are of interest to the wider Canterbury community.

Who was it who said: ‘it’s like déjà vu all over again’? I think many of us felt we would never have to go through another Covid-19 lockdown.

But one case of the Delta variant started a chain reaction that would have kept going without one.

Recent events supported by Te Papa Hauora include; the Future of Health Challenge, where Canterbury tertiary students worked together to create solutions to health issues, the CDHB Youth Advisory Council’s public endometriosis education evening, a joint Canterbury Tech and Canterbury Health Innovation networking event highlighting innovation within our health system, and the Health Research Society of Canterbury’s annual Poster Expo where researchers showcased current projects.

This month it plans to hosts its annual research talks ‘we’re talking health’. This public forum addresses health issues through the various stages of our lives. Presentations on ‘Starting well’ include birthing

procedures, nutrition, and treating infections in children.

Talks on ‘Living well’ emphasise healthy lifestyles, and ‘Ageing well’ has speakers addressing age-related issues such as Parkinson’s disease and the relationship between active living and healthy ageing.

We are fortunate to have a rich resource of expertise across a wide range of health and wellbeing areas to draw on, and keep our community up to date with issues that directly impact their own lives, and those of their whānau.

Te Papa Hauora is committed to encouraging wider community engagement, and appreciates the support and feedback from attendees to these excellent events.

I want to acknowledge the 300 or so Christchurch residents that were in a place of interest in Auckland, who came home, were tested twice, and stayed home until the two-week cycle was over.

By doing the right thing, you have served your community well, and helped protect us all.

I would also like to acknowledge Annabel Turley who is not only the Chair of the Christchurch Central City Business Association but is also a pharmacist. The pop-up drive through vaccine service in Cashel Mall was fantastic.

And that is the key to our ‘living with Covid future’ - getting as close to 100

percent of us vaccinated as soon as possible.

What I did like about the Alert Level 4 and 3 lockdown was walking around Hagley Park and through the city centre.

There were quite a few people doing the same, socially distanced and wearing masks of course.

But I will never miss Zoom meetings. I like people-topeople contact.

And I won’t miss seeing our businesses doing it tough.

We learned last year that the best way to recover from lockdown is to back our local businesses, and that’s what we will do again.

Congratulations to Barry Connor on winning the ADNZ Award

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Spaces designed to make the everyday extraordinary Located in Christchurch, Site Architecture is a boutique studio providing professional consideration to all aspects of the design and construction process. As well as commercial projects, they specialise in new residential architecture, renovations 021 966 556 and hillside homes. sitearchitecture.co.nz www.sitearchitecture.co.nz | 021 966 556

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Unique joinery for extraordinary homes Christchurch-based Alsop Joinery has been designing and manufacturing bespoke residential joinery for over 35 years.

The care they take is evident in the exceptional quality of work, which has included architectural joinery for Registered Master Builders ‘House of the Year’ and ‘NKBA’ award-winning homes.

Give Alsop Joinery a call today and let the highly experienced team work with you to achieve your dream joinery.

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Working with natural beauty Timber cladding has seen a sharp rise in popularity over the last decade, used by leading architects and seen in incredible designs across New Zealand, in new and inspired ways.

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he natural material has always been used in building, but like all trends

has dipped and risen over the decades.

The latest, strong comeback

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for timber shows the power of a high quality, honest material, which is now seen in designs

Experience true comfort The comfort, warmth and quiet that comes from having triple glazed windows and doors has to be experienced to be believed.

Talk to the expert team at NK Windows about how triple glazing can help make your home a warm and healthy home.

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as something truly beautiful to use on the exterior and interior of homes.

Timber cladding is also an extremely workable material, which helps architects incorporate innovative designs, shapes and ideas into their buildings that might not have been possible with materials such as brick and stone.

Architects are using timber in inventive ways that really highlights the natural beauty of the material. Gone are the days where it was only to build rustic and unpolished, bach like designs. New modern builds are using timber cladding to create a contemporary aesthetic that is sophisticated while also creating a warm, homey feel.

Something timber does more so than most materials is connects us to nature.

The natural textures, feel and colours are parallel with those found in nature. Similar to the increased popularity of indoor plants and greenery, there is a sense of calm and peace when these natural features are incorporated into a home.

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Award-winning contemporary cabin Accolades continue to roll in for Christchurch architectural designer Barry Connor and his Skylark Cabin project.

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Proud to be a partner to Barry Connor on the Skylark Cabin, ADNZ winning project.

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uring the recent 2021 Canterbury/Westland ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, his design for the cabin was highly commended in the Residential New Home up to 150m2 Category.

Skylark Cabin (pictured), nestled among the foothills of the Ben Ohau Range, is a tiny home big on design and creature comforts, and just the start of a larger project on the site.

The Awards’ judges say it is “a beautiful design that has been well laid out and located on an exceptional site.”

They add that the strong roof form relates sensitively to the mountain context, while the low profile and material palette works well in its setting within the powerful landscape. An oculus adds a great finishing

Barry says regulations allowed a minor dwelling no more than four metres in height and 50sqm in total, hence Skylark Cabin, which is the first stage of an ongoing two to five year vision for the site.

Future development of ‘The Burrows’ will include a cluster of partially buried 20-foot shipping containers converted into luxury cabins, interconnected to a main living area. The eventual placement of the main dwelling was a factor considered when siting Skylark Cabin.

Barry Connor Design also won a regional commended award in the Residential Alterations and Additions Category for the renovation design of St Columba’s Hall in Hawarden, Canterbury.

touch offering an incredible view of the night sky.

The client’s brief, says Barry, was for a simple retreat with honest materials, a place to quite literally soak up the landscape with a focus on effortless relaxation.

The exterior is cloaked in a band-sawn larch timber rain screen which represents the idea of a bird’s nest, while the interior comprises beech ply, with simple shadowline negative detail and the use of light beams to accentuate lines.

Seemingly randomly placed windows frame spectacular mountain views during the day and at night a circular skylight over the bed provides views of the prized and protected Mackenzie Aoraki Dark Sky Reserve.

Proud to be a partner to Barry Connor on the Skylark Cabin, ADNZ winning project.

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His design has the cabin’s underlying form as two offset open plan spaces.

“One contains the bedroom and bathroom and is positioned to allow morning sun in both winter and summer to filter through. These spaces are orientated towards The Black Hills and Backbone Peak.

“The other holds the kitchen, entry and living areas with closer views of the Ben Ohau range.

The angle of the offset was derived from plotting specific views from certain activities; lying in bed, washing the dishes, having a shower, sitting, standing. The folded form also nods to the distinctive aerial display of the local skylarks with their angular, precise, and purposeful acrobatics.”

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Summer fun poolside WORDS BY LYNDA PAPESCH

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THE PUMPHOUSE 544 Tuam Street, Christchurch

Home of recycled building materials and architectural curiosities Bricks, timber, joinery, doors, windows, kitchens, ranch sliders, roofing iron and more.

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build As thoughts turn to summer and warmer days, many also turn to swimming; taking that first dip in the sea or better yet frolicking in your own pool.

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lways wanted a pool but don’t know where to start? Christchurch has numerous expert pool companies who’d be happy to talk about requirements and set the project in motion.

With overseas travel off the itinerary for most families, think about investing that money into an in-ground pool. Not only will it add value to your property, it will also provide hours of fun for young and old alike.

Now is a good time to make a start so you can start treading water this summer.

Take a walk around your property and think

Benefits Swimming is great exercise yet also helps ease stress.

Pools provide boundless entertainment for the whole family (and friends), and make a fabulous venue for parties.

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about where a pool might fit best.

Remember there are council bylaws regarding pool fencing and security.

Options are endless. Maybe you’d like an indoor pool; something long and narrow for exercise? Or something more nature-inspired, with tumbling waterfalls, native ferns and a rock surround?

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Basic costs to install an inground pool range from around $28,000 to $55,000 and often more for special customisation, extra features and landscaping.

An in-ground spa pool, for instance, costs from $6000 to $15,000 and pool lighting from $700 to $1800.

Pool care is not necessarily a hard task, especially if you contract a professional company to do it. Otherwise there are numerous gadgets to help. Some rove around the pool cleaning it while others will dispense necessary chemicals at set times.

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New Brighton housing development

Three new blocks of land in New Brighton are up for grabs for new housing development.

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he next step in the ongoing regeneration of Christchurch’s seaside suburb, the New Brighton land parcels are on Beresford Street, one street over from the

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Expressions of interest in the development of the three blocks of vacant land closed in late August.

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aster Joiners belong to one of the world’s oldest trades, dating back to the 12th and 15th centuries.

Most of us have heard of Master Builders and Master Plumbers, but Master Joiners are perhaps not so well-known.

A joiner is a skilled tradesperson who works with timber and board products to create constructions such as kitchens, doors, windows, staircases and counters. It is an area of professionalism and craftsmanship.

Joiners are represented in New Zealand by the Master Joiners

Federation which has 10 regional associations, including one in Canterbury.

As a group they aim to promote the Master Joiners brand encouraging customers to use joiners who are masters of their trade, producing high standards of workmanship.

Membership of the Federation has benefits not only for customers, but for the joiners themselves.

It bestows credibility and the interaction and sharing of information with fellow joiners is invaluable to all involved.

The latest offerings follow good progress on the nearby Seaview housing development on the northern side of the mall. That site has been cleared in preparation for 50 new homes.

ChristchurchNZ General Manager Urban Development Cath Carter says a real buzz is building in New Brighton.

“He Puna Taimoana has proved a huge success for the suburb, with visitor numbers in its first year of about 120,000 smashing expectations. The hot pools café is also being used as a new events venue, with 40 tourism business leaders recently attending a business development function.

“More people are heading out to the seaside, enjoying the pools, taking the kids to the new playground and making the most of local businesses and cafes. We’ve always known that the key to the successful regeneration of New Brighton would be people: the more people we can bring to the heart of the suburb the more businesses will thrive and it will become more attractive to visitors,” she says.

“With the public projects a big success, and business landowners beginning to make improvements, the final phase is the development of housing within walking distance of all

the exciting new developments. Work is well underway on Seaview Road and we’re now releasing a significant block of land on Beresford Street,” she says.

Alongside the Seaview Development, work is pushing ahead on the creation of a community-led arts hub in the former Roy Stokes Hall. Twenty-five proposals have been received from potential tenants as part the pilot programme to create

the Art and Community Hub, with a business case being led by Life in Vacant Spaces.

Carter says there is already strong interest from developers in New Brighton land parcels as the city experiences a strong property market. “We’ll be working with the successful parties to confirm a medium-density residential development that will get underway as soon as possible.”

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Dream stadium doors open

The recently opened MainPower Stadium is a dream come true for North Canterbury sports enthusiasts and an exciting, highly anticipated addition to the area. The 6000-square-metre, state-of-the-art stadium in Rangiora opened its doors in early August and is the largest of its kind to be built in the region.

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he $28 million facility features four multi-use courts, fit for basketball, volleyball, netball, futsal, korfball, handball, and badminton, with seating capacity for 500 spectators.

Warren and Mahoney architects were behind the design of the centre, and Leighs Construction Ltd the company chosen to build it.

The North Canterbury Sport and Recreation Trust will manage the

stadium. CEO Michael Sharpe says, “With MainPower Stadium we now have a fantastic facility which can be used by all our residents of all ages, from fitness centre members, to interest groups and sporting clubs.

A big advantage is reducing the need for the community to travel outside the district for training or competitions as we can cater for multiple sports and uses at the same time.

We have everything here under one roof. In addition to servicing the needs of the people in our region, the stadium gives us the exciting opportunity to provide top-level amenities which would put us in the perfect position to host regional and national competitions.”

The facility is a huge win for the whole Waimakariri community and offers huge potential for the region.

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Rolleston is soon to gain a state of the art multifunctional centre, as the finishing touches are being made to the $22 million project.

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e Ara Ātea will be a place for community gathering and sharing knowledge. Sitting at the edge of the new town centre, the 2200 square metre two-storey building will house

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mind, with innovative design to maximise natural lighting, retain heat and reduce power use.

The downstairs will hold a community lounge, two diverse performance and exhibition spaces with adjustable lighting, sound and display systems, and a workshop room that will also house digital resources including virtual reality headsets and a 3D printer.

Upstairs will be the majority of the library space, with exhibitions and displays integrated throughout. It will also feature waka huia, (meaning treasure box). A soundproofed room with desks and computers and a museum-quality display wall on the outside that will display taonga from Te Taumutu Rūnanga, allowing treasures of the district to be displayed in innovative ways.

The surrounding area outside the building will contain a sensory garden that engages all the senses. Water features, a musical walkway and art works designed by local schools will feature for the whole community to enjoy.

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With warm summer nights in sight, it is time to start thinking about creating your perfect outdoor entertaining area. When the sun sinks, outdoor lighting is the real hero. There is so much you can do with lighting to create ambience and a sense of cosiness outside. The right lighting for your area will highlight colours from the garden, illuminate seating and pathways and create an overall warmth and softness to the space.

Uplighting Positioning lights under trees, plants, pots or built- in benches and chairs creates a beautiful soft glow to the area. The subtle, understated lighting can also be nestled into flower beds to highlight the colours when it gets dark. If you are wanting to maximise cosiness and create an intimate setting, uplighting is the key.

String lighting An affordable, quick and easy way to create ambience in an outdoor area is using string lighting. Hung overhead, string lights create definition in darkness and add a festive feeling to the space. They can be placed around fences, trees or along the sides of the house. Once it is dark, the string disappears, and the twinkling lights bring the area to life.

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Growing in popularity, solar LED lights are a great option for outdoor lighting as they have high output and a large variety of colours available. There is obviously some care needed when placing them to ensure they get ample sunlight during the day, but they are a versatile option and can be used in spotlights, lanterns, downlighting and accent lighting.

Great for use around pools or patios and deck areas, floor lights help with guiding and defining spaces. A subtle way to bring light into a space, having flat floor lights along pathways also ensures safety at night. A contemporary look, the uplighting placement can also create ambience around the garden, water features or seating areas.

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Engineering the future While the concept of structure, stability and constructive direction can seem unfeasible during lockdown, some companies reinforce their determination and reshape their expertise in a changing environment.

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Constructive design collaborations Using the wider Canterbury/Otago regions as their professional canvas, the newly established architectural practice, Figure & Ground (formerly Connell Architecture) and Petrie Construction work in collaboration to provide excellence in design and construction.

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onnell Architecture won two Highly Commended awards for Residential New Homes in Ngahere Street at the recent Architectural Designers New Zealand Awards. Both homes are generously sized, exuding executive, inner city living, without compromising on privacy, security, quality, interior comfort or outdoor enjoyment.

3 Ngahere Street has a very minimalist street appearance, featuring a simple gable form with strong horizontal and vertical planes. The timberwork

detailing is highlighted with different lines and textures in light coloured cedar. This detailing is continued indoors with a neutral palette.

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interpretation of Sam Connell’s architecture, distinctly merges uncluttered style with family living functionality, and as such, requires the balance of masterful building and insightful craftsmanship.

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Supreme construction Six houses entered; six gold awards won, including the 2021 Registered Master Builders’ Canterbury Supreme House of the Year Award. Winning six awards, two category awards, the lifestyle award and the overall Supreme Award has never been achieved before. It’s well known that quality and perfection are hallmarks of the work of the Clive Barrington Construction team and this result certainly endorses the reputation.

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t’s a total team effort.” says Clive Barrington. “We could not have reached this pinnacle without the input of the entire team. Building quality into your home doesn’t have to cost the earth. It’s all about great people consistently doing great work.”

Each of the six homes entered offered its own unique construction challenges. Building the Supreme Award winning

build home designed by South Architects though, was, as Clive puts it, “very demanding work, with its audacious freeform copper roof – but that’s what we specialise in and thrive on.” That it was indeed

demanding is echoed in the judges’ citation: “Combining design with functionality and excellent workmanship has resulted in this fantastic home. While this home created some major construction challenges, the builder relished in delivering a home of supreme quality and merit.

“From the foundations, the precast concrete walls, to the complex roof structure, the accuracy of this builder is clear. This building is inspiring; it features a clever design, meticulous attention to detail and an accurate construction.”

Clive Barrington Construction celebrates 40 years in business this year. Over that time working alongside its clients and internationally recognised architects, the company has built many of Canterbury’s most admired homes and achieved awardwinning results.

It continues to be a formidable force in a competitive industry basing its ethos on honest old school values and quality craftsmanship. This has enabled the team to repeatedly bring the clients’ visions and the architects’ designs to life, exceeding expectations time and time again.

After many successful years at the Registered Master

Builders House of the Year, both regionally and nationally, the company had a break from entering after being awarded a Platinum Award. The Platinum Award recognises builders who have won five National

Category Awards – Clive Barrington Construction had 13. As 2021 rolled around the company thought it was about time to front up again at the awards with a sample of its recent work. The rest is history.

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Home ground advantage Envisioned your dream home? A piece of land has caught your eye?

Perhaps a unique design ethos or aesthetic viewpoint is driving your desire for a new build?

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hatever your conceptual blueprint, it will need to be interpreted by a building team of your choosing. Will they speak your design language with professionalism and an innovative fluency you can understand? Will their expertise go beyond, and translate your ideas into a home?

Give your questions a solid landing with homebuilders whose highly reputable name in superior workmanship is unparalleled. Jennian Homes, New Zealand’s most awarded Group Home Builder, have local franchises in every region. This year the team was recognised yet again by the industry’s prestigious

Registered Master Builders’ House of the Year Awards, for two different home builds. Proof that the formula of telling a homeowner’s story, one extraordinary project at a time, works. Industry standard excellence guaranteed.

Taking gold, in Central Otago, was an invitingly cosy, yet elegant, three bed two bath character home, invoking indoor creature comforts, with luxury heat installation throughout, including a gas fire for the cathedral style ceiling family room.

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And the gold goes to… M & S Construction of Queenstown for a home in the over $2million category.

uilder Marty Hulsman is over the moon at his company’s success in the Southern House of the Year awards. “This is only the second time we have entered one of our homes in the awards and it is really good for our team to be recognised as doing an outstanding job.”

The house is spectacular in design and location. Curving around a ridge on Queenstown Hill the views span from the Crown Range in the east to Walter Peak in the west with the Remarkables Range taking centre stage.

To take optimum advantage of those views and of the sun that is so important for southern home owners, architect Christine Hall has made the house long and narrow and stepped up the hill on six split levels as the ground rises. This feature allows the house to remain closely

connected to the terrain, a concept further enhanced through the use of schist and cedar cladding. Inside, the house is divided in two by a full-height honed brick wall, while panels of coloured glass in the entranceway transform the sun into rainbows.

“We love the challenge of building architecturallydesigned houses,” says Marty Hulsman. “This project presented a few to keep us thinking ahead to overcome any issues that might arise.

That’s where our years of experience are invaluable. We had to deal with both solid rock and softer earth, as well as with a very steep site.

Because there are so many levels and angles in the house, the build took the best part of three years to complete.

Winning the Gold Award is the culmination for us of a very satisfying project.” mandsconstruction.co.nz

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A future classic Creativity coupled with a client-focus is at the heart of all interior designer Davinia Sutton’s work. A kitchen and bathroom recognised at the 2021 NKBA (National Kitchen and Bathroom Awards) is a consummate example.

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y clients reside in a classic pavilion-style architecturally-designed home in a rural setting,” says Davinia.

“They wanted their kitchen to have a strong connection to the outdoors, as well as to complement the forms and

materials of the architecture.”

A careful mix of selected finishes including natural and engineered bench tops and soft matt painted and veneerstained joinery achieve the desired outcome. Although the joinery is applied to reflect the form and detail of the architecture, it still provides a modern twist on the traditional cabinetry ‘panelled’ door profile “The bathroom also called for that mix of modern luxury and connection to the surrounding architecture. Our design

response is a master bedroom wing complemented by a sensual bathroom space with a modern Hampton’s aesthetic.”

To bring this together the colour palette is kept simple with a mix of finishes providing the desired sense of warmth and luxury. A feature charcoal mineral stone bath placed in front of shutter- clad windows creates a sense of sophisticated style and classic charm.

“The overall result is a space that our clients will cherish for years to come.”

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Rock solid craftsmanship A “supreme” house - simple in form, but flawlessly constructed.

That’s Te Toka, the Queenstown house designed by Rafe Maclean Architects and built by DCD Builders, which won the Supreme Award in the Registered Master Builders Southern House of the Year, plus several other awards in the competition.

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he whole house is one seamless piece of architecture,” says Dennis Dowling of DCD Builders. “It was highly rewarding to work on as we were involved from the outset by the client and assembled the full team from architect to all the sub-trades.”

From the quality of the build to the mastery of the craftsmanship this house in Jacks Point is exceptional. Its simple form belies the complexity, technology and workmanship required of the build over 19 months. A standout feature is that the landscape has contributed to the house through the use of quarried schist from

the site itself. The house is energy-neutral and completely self-sufficient – a home that looks to the future of environmental sustainability.

“We were blown away by the win. It was very emotional because it was so unanticipated.”

Successfully building architecturally designed homes involves collaborative teamwork, and that is certainly true of Te Toka. A standout feature of the house is the beautiful joinery designed by Sue Nauman Design and manufactured and installed by Nasko Factory.

“This was an epic project for us, spread over a year and a half,” says Steve Walak of Nasko Factory. “The sheer scale of it was a challenge as the house is 820sqm, including a separate apartment. Our role was to manufacture all the joinery for the kitchens, walk-in robes, bathrooms and laundries, as well as making built-in shelving in the living areas.”

The results are spectacular – crisp white high gloss joinery complemented by black features and flecked engineered stone in both the kitchens and bathrooms.

The banks of cupboards in the kitchens flow seamlessly and the walk-in robes and laundries are full of different clever storage spaces.

“It was extremely satisfactory to complete the work in the timeframe allowed. We were delighted the house won the highest award and to know we were part of it all.” www.dcd.co.nz

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They did it their way What do you do if you want to downsize after 45 years on a lifestyle block and you’re looking for something other than a villa or apartment in a retirement village?

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he answer, in the case of Rod and Glenys Gard’ner, is to design your own house and have it built on an area of land that still has panoramic views and a rural vibe.

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Stainless Kitchens Christchurch Ltd. is a specialist stainless steel and metalwork fabricator providing finished products, design and site installation services. The team’s extensive industry experience helps to provide a full range of products to meet any residential, hospitality or food service requirement.

The team at Mane Contracting specialise in multi-unit, house foundation preparations, residential and commercial hard and soft landscaping services. Their work covers an extensive range of concrete finishes including exposed aggregate, coloured and plain driveways, paths, patios and bespoke level entries.

Ph: 03 348 1190 www.stainlesskitchens.co.nz

Ph: Grant 027 705 7551 www.manecontracting.co.nz

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older. We had a very good idea of what would work for us and we appreciated the support of our daughter-in-law Lucy Gard’ner Moore, who is an interior designer.”

To that end the house has hydronic underfloor heating, as well as ducted heating and

ventilation and a log burner.

The hallway and doorways are wide. There are tiles throughout, except in the bedrooms and level entry into the showers and from all internal doors to the outside.

All around the house is hard landscaping of decorative

exposed aggregate concrete, perfect should there be any need later in the Gard’ners’ life for a wheel chair.

“Designing our own house meant that we included not only the functional elements we require, but we could also choose all the materials and

make the dwelling attractive and appealing. We paid particular attention to storage and detailing, such as brass trims on the doorways and furnishing the house around the Asian artefacts collected on visits to Shanghai. The outcome is the best of both worlds.”

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the very best in outdoor living To extend the al fresco dining season and experience all-weather outdoor living, Stratco has a range of options to suit your needs. Whether you choose an opening and closing louvre, or a fixed roof verandah, you can relax in the knowledge that your custom-made, stylish roof is built to withstand local conditions.

Let us create your perfect outdoor space.

CHRISTCHURCH | 55 Hands Road Ph: (03) 338 9063

stratco.co.nz

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