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With this exciting merger, we’re expanding to truly be Canterbury’s lifestyle magazine, reaching the region’s communities from Kaikōura to Timaru. We’re committed to celebrating local communities, supporting businesses, and sharing the stories that matter to you.

We’re growing, evolving, and embracing this next chapter—because quality print publications have, and always will have, a special place in our lives.

In this issue, we catch up with Christchurch-based, national radio show host Simon Barnett about returning to the airwaves. Turn the page and we talk to Canterbury’s Darel Hall about his new role as general manager at Cholmondeley Children’s Centre. Embrace pink hues in fashion, sample a classic pink martini, and think about a versatile sunroom; all featured inside.

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Here, there & everywhere Like a child heading to school on his first day, Simon Barnett couldn’t sleep the night before returning to More FM’s Breakfast Club after a six-year hiatus. Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch caught up with Simon about life after the death of a dearly loved one.

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pen about the intense loss of his late wife Jodi in October 2023, Simon’s grief has by no means faded, although he is slowly getting on with life.

On 20 January, he returned to co-host his former beloved radio breakfast show. The advertising campaign preceding his return shows a wild-looking Simon (pictured left) bursting back into the light, and in some ways that’s exactly how he views his latest move.

His grief over losing Jodi has not subsided, yet he finds moments of joy with family, his children and grandchildren.

Sadness is evident, etched on his face, and heard in every word yet life goes on; returning to work helping with that process.

I caught up with Simon after his first day back on the airwaves.

He had finished his dinner, lamb kofta, cleaned up after himself, and now opens up about life as a widower.

Cooking has been one change in his life, and he laughingly gives thanks to home delivery meal kit service My Food Bag. “I’m ashamed to admit that I never cooked; we had an old-school relationship,” he explains. “Jodi cooked, and I cleaned up.”

Struggling with his loss still proves difficult at times.

“I mistakenly thought that I was holding the family together,” he laughs. “Now I realise that was not the case. Jodi did everything, so I’ve had a lot to learn, such as how to do my own GST returns.”

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hope for and certain of what you do not see. He hopes to be “I would go to the supermarket, buy a load of stuff, and have no with Jodi again, and is sure that he will. idea what to do with it. For guys like me, My Food Bag is such a Life changed for the couple dramatically when Jodi was winner. All the ingredients are there so you don’t need to worry diagnosed with a brain tumour. In the six years before her about not having something in the pantry.” death, Simon lovingly cared for her, treasuring every second Simon admits that grief affects people differently, and is as a privilege. Coping with her loss has been devastating at times. such an individual thing, adding that he is humbled about the “You read a story about someone who has a terminal illness or [public’s] reactions to his loss. has cancer, and then you move on to the next story Talking about Jodi helps, as does talking to her. because that’s the way it works; that’s the news cycle.

Anxiety creeps in. “I fear people will tell me to shut up, and I’m acutely aware that I’m not the only one Faith is being sure of However, for the family, partner, and children, it is just incredible ongoing anxiety.” [who has lost someone dear]. There’s no timeline; what you hope for The last 12 months brought massive highs and, we just have to live with it, and try to be and certain of what understandingly, some lows. “I’ve watched my whole again.” you do not see. daughters [Sophie, Lily, Samantha and Bella] grow. I Counselling has helped, yet his heart is still so look at them and simply adore them. They’re beautiful connected to Jodi’s that he fears if he lets go of the women, very capable, caring, and everything we pain of losing her, he will be letting go of Jodi. could have wished for.”

“My counsellor tells me that letting go of pain isn’t letting go of His voice catches for a moment. Family are his world, daughters, love; I’m still working on that.” their husbands, and their children, all living within 300m of each Simon loves that people were so kind when Jodi was sick, other. “I now have two more grandchildren, bringing the number to and passed, and still care about him. For him, it’s an honour to five,” Simon enthuses. have people acknowledge his late wife, and a comfort to him, Being a proud and active grandparent helps fill his days. “The honouring his enduring love for her. eldest, Monty (5) is at school, so I go and watch him on sports His faith drives him. Faith, he says, is being sure of what you

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“coming home”, comparable to walking in the front door of the family home after being overseas for a few years.

“I love this radio station and what it represents. Jodi loved More FM too. She listened every day, ringing me every morning I was on air to tell me that she loved me, and wish me a good day.”

Heading back to work meant catching up with world happenings, plus a few visits to Les Mills to get in shape, with personal trainer Daniel de Silva. “I knew I had to take my shirt off for the More FM advert,” Simon laughs.

A creative writer put the advert together, and Simon admits emotionally breaking down when recording it. “My only line was ‘take me home’ and I felt very emotional when I read that line.”

Looking ahead, he volunteers that he’s now in his ninth year as an ambassador for G.J. Gardner Homes, and continuing that role.

He has also talked with a couple of television producer friends about possible projects.

Christchurch is still home for a long time yet, watching his grandchildren grow and being part of a wider [radio] family too.

“I love waking up with the city, and it’s such a privilege to be in people’s cars, bedrooms, bathrooms, offices. A heartfelt thanks to people for showing me so much love over the last few years, and welcoming me back so fondly.

“Truly, it has meant the world to me, to feel that warmth and affection, so a sincere thank you.”

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days. Mila (3) has started kindergarten, and there’s Zebadiah (18 months), Ella (6 months), and Maia Jodi (14 weeks). They appear to love me and I lap it up. Joy has come into my life again.”

So too has the outside world. With 30 years at More FM behind him, Simon says his return to the airwaves provides a chance for levity and genuine laughter, which is what he needs now. Normally with radio he doesn’t get nervous, however his first day back proved an exception, waking several times during the night, before finally getting up around 4am.

“I was like a nervous schoolboy on his first day,” he says. “I’d sorted what I was going to wear (black jeans and a T-shirt) before I went to bed, so it didn’t take long to get ready.”

A morning guy, waking up and smelling the coffee puts him in his happy place, even though on his first day back anxiety kicked in while driving down Moorhouse Ave, enroute to work.

It didn’t last long however, once he arrived at his home away from home, to co-host the More FM Breakfast Club with jovial Lana Cochrane-Searle.

Now back on the job weekdays from 6am, Simon has found a few big changes, such as multiple cameras in the studio recording for social media clips. “People have immediate contact with you via the likes of Facebook and Instagram.

That’s new for me.”

Operational changes aside, for Simon the return was like

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Hundreds aged five to 12 visit Canterbury’s Cholmondeley Children’s Centre each year, a place of respite care for families and their children. A young Darel Hall was one of them.

Late last year, the roles reversed when Darel returned as general manager, writes Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker.

Darel Hall’s homecoming

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arel Hall valued every moment of his time at with how many smiles Darel’s presence invited as we chatted at the Cholmondeley – from the guidance to the sweeping Council’s Civil Servant cafe. When then general manager landscapes he would explore at the Governors Bay Toni Tinirau farewelled Cholmondeley, Darel was the obvious choice. address. At that age, each experience and field trip was For him, it was a homecoming. “Some of your earliest experiences a new one. Now, Darel enters with a fresh outlook. “I’ve had those can shape you profoundly.” In that span, he had spent five years on experiences. So I come with a mission. My job is to help these the Cholmondeley board, as if an invisible string kept him close. children, who I was once one of.”

Despite his title, Darel sees himself in the background, Darel lists the adults, once Cholmondeley children, who continue highlighting the merit within the rest of his team – including those to live in honour and charity of the centre. It solidifies just how from overseas. New accents, cultures, and thus experiences – it strong this community is: a family for life. René Heyde, former opens the door for more choice. Darel’s putting in place plans to Commonwealth Games cycling medallist and Cholmondeley expand this through Christchurch’s sister cities, to show children alum, spent a large chunk of 2024 biking 4000 kilometres across they can explore more, and thanks to his previous connections, Australia to fundraise. Former Member of New Zealand Parliament Darel’s first point of call was the Mayor’s office.

Nuk Korako spent months of his childhood at the centre, and the His working days consist of the fundamentals: the operating now-Patron was cycling from Cape Reinga to Wellington with plan, the budget, the strategic plan, the policies. Between scouring Cholmondeley chair Nettles Lamont when Darel and I met. health and safety documents and managing finances, Darel “The commitment is amazing,” Darel smiles. “Society gets a lot reserves time to get outside and normalise himself for the children. out of giving.” We talk about how kindness is free – Darel says all it “I make the effort.” He finds value in being a familiar face. “Part of costs is effort and risk. When he left his post at the Mayor’s Office [the children] having a stable, secure, caring experience is to know, at Christchurch City Council in 2024 to become Cholmondeley’s ‘Who are all these adults?’” he explains. general manager, Darel’s colleagues did a whipStructure and stability echo through our round, producing a generous sum. Instead of conversation, and Darel is committed to providing “I come with a mission. a leaving gift, Darel asked if it could be a koha that. For some, structure and stability mean a lack My job is to help to Cholmondeley, an 80% privately-funded charity. of innovation. “In my experience, structure and these children, who Subconsciously, every act of his comes with stability allows you to innovate, because you have I was once one of.” a signature touch of kindness. “Like breeds like,” your base squared away.” Putting those processes he surmises. However it happened, he laughed it in place and refining them early on is just one of his was a great start to the role. secrets to success.

As Darel showed me photos of his two beautiful daughters Darel, with incredible people skills and zest for the mission, loves baking goodies for the children, it became evident that one to engage with the community, donors or not. Giving time over thing is closer to his heart than Cholmondeley: family. He would and above the hours put in weekly, it’s a mindset he’s had in work leave the interview to pick up the pair and enjoy an afternoon at all his life. Find him at a charity gala or shaking a bucket outside the centre. On weekends, he starts with training – martial arts, a your local supermarket – he never needed to be convinced of this passion of Darel’s since University of Canterbury days – before “the mission, and is it for the long haul. “One of the brilliant parts of my girls insist on sushi for lunch.” He will shop with them, walk with job is that I get to see kindness every day.” them along the beach, and entertain travels to places they dream In its 100th year, Cholmondeley is in the safest hands. of visiting. ‘Dad duties’ seems to be something he’s nailed.

Knowledge, skill, and hard work got him so far – kindness the rest.

At work, Darel reminds the children of the opportunities within That doesn’t mean it’s a ‘guiding principle’ for Darel. “It’s normal,” Cholmondeley that can present themselves later on in life, just as he says. “People are normally kind given a sliver of an opportunity.” the path he walked. “In 10 years time, it’s going to be your time,” he says. With so much power in widening the range of choice, Darel hopes the children’s minds will open to new possibilities of who they can be. As he grew up, choice meant chance – that was thanks to Cholmondeley. He cites a strategy with an intervention logic that maximises choice and outcomes, with success in the multiple roles he’s worked. “When you get exposed to new experiences, your ability to envisage what you can do expands.”

With time, Darel pushed his horizons, soon finding himself in senior management positions across the industry training, advisory, and consulting fields, and within Otago and Canterbury’s respective university students’ associations. Then, it was a fiveyear stint as an advisor to the Mayor, an evidently successful role

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stage three cancer diagnosis, two rounds of chemotherapy, major surgery to remove a bowel tumour, and the birth of her third child, are not holding her back. The 36-year-old has set her sights firmly on completing the two-day individual category on 8-9 February.

“You have something like this happen and you can either let it cut you down and wallow in it or can go out and live life better than you did before,” says Elise.

Her saga started in June 2023 when she began having abnormal bowel symptoms. A month later she discovered she was pregnant. During the following months Elise “battled” the health system to have her symptoms

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investigated, and in December she was diagnosed with stage three cancer after doctors discovered a 5cm tumour in her bowel.

“I had to fight the system to get seen because I was pregnant and they didn’t want to look into it. I had to say, look I have two other kids and I’d quite like for them to have a mum. When they caught it, the cancer was stage three, and had spread to my lymph nodes as well.”

Elise immediately started three months of chemotherapy. Three weeks after the treatment finished she gave birth to her daughter, then had further chemotherapy and bowel surgery to cut out the remaining cancer.

She signed up for the Coast to Coast 2025 event to give herself something to work towards.

“When I was in hospital having my surgery, the entries came out for Coast to Coast and I thought ‘I don’t want to be sitting in a hospital bed, I want to do this’. It’s a good way to get fit, strong and healthy again.”

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Cameron Bailey talks real estate

BY LYNDA PAPESCH

Mention real estate and chances are that most people will drop the name Cameron Bailey into the conversation. He is, after all, one of Canterbury (and New Zealand’s) top realty agents.

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ameron has built his reputation on repeat business, outstanding client results, and on delivering exceptional levels of service. All that comes at a cost, not just to the buyers and sellers. For Cameron, it’s a full-time-plus career, and one he would not change. In the real estate business for more than two decades, he’s an integral part (and a partner) of the Harcourts gold franchise of six offices.

Several key mantras keep him going in the industry. “I like to make things simple for the clients I work for. I listen, I list and then I sell their properties whilst always keeping in touch. It’s been those very genuine actions that have driven my business so successfully.”

His professional reputation is based on repeat business, something he is enormously proud of, and Cameron takes great care when

choosing a marketing method for each client. “I have been very fortunate to work with a large number of clients across a multitude of different properties, and I’m mindful that every person, and every situation, provides me with a unique opportunity to exceed expectations,” he says.

Working with people is one of the attractions. “I sell some lovely properties, and I remember the people and the journey.”

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Having the right agent may make all the difference in the price of a property, Cameron adds. “Confidence helps, experience, and knowing what works well. Proper staging, for example, can make a difference of 15% in the final sale price.”

While the industry is “tough and challenging”, Cameron says there is still plenty of optimism in the marketplace. “Last year people were almost too scared to make a decision about selling and stayed where they were. Now that interest rates have cranked down a bit, people are starting to think [buying and selling] again.

While he works long hours, seven days a week, even when on holiday, Cameron says real estate is a wonderful career to have.

“You are master of your own destiny. You get out of it what you put into it,” he adds, saying in his opinion selling real estate should be a full-time job. “There are a lot of part-time agents out there. How can you possibly look after a valued client part-time,” he queries.

Finding his work/life balance is a work in progress.

“Even after 20 years, I’m still working on it,” he says.

“It’s difficult to run a business at my level and have that balance.”

Going to the gym every morning, saunas, and ice baths help Cameron to de-stress. He also admits to being partial to the ‘odd cigar’ after a busy day of open homes, and to running up to 20 open homes a weekend.

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The housing market looks set to remain relatively static throughout the opening months of 2025, following yet another flat quarter.

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hat’s the forecast from the latest QV House Price Index, which shows residential property values edged upwards by an average of just 0.1% nationally in the December quarter.

The average home is now worth $902,414, which is 0.3% less than at the start of 2024 and 15.2% below the market’s peak just over three years ago.

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as she goes’ throughout much of last year, and it looks like it’s going to stay that way for a while yet. It’s a new year, but the same restraining factors are still very much at play – including sustained weakness in the labour market, a high cost of living, credit constraints, and a surplus of properties for sale on the market today,” he says.

“The marked uplift in demand for housing that has come as a direct result of falling interest rates hasn’t yet converted into any significant price pressure, so we’re only seeing very small pockets of growth. However, we also haven’t seen quite so many reductions this quarter in particular, which indicates that we’re now at or very close to equilibrium in the market.”

Average home values increased in Auckland (1.3%), Wellington (0.4%), and Christchurch (1.1%).

James predicts that more investors will soon return to the market throughout 2025, especially if interest rates drop markedly further, putting price pressure on first-home buyers.

The Canterbury region ended 2024 with the residential property market averaging 1.8% value growth over the calendar year.

Ashburton experienced the largest amount of home value growth in the Canterbury region last year, increasing by 6.5% to $575,108. Waimakariri recorded the least growth; its average home value neither increased nor decreased at $712,876. Modest growth was recorded everywhere except Mackenzie (-0.8%) and Waimate (-0.5%) in the December quarter, with Christchurch’s average home value increasing by 1.1% to $766,388.

Selwyn (0.2%), Waimakariri (0.4%) and Hurunui (0.6%) also experienced modest growth.

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he good news is the big banks are on notice and the Government is stepping up to change that to deliver a banking system that works for everyone, not just the big players. It is moving forward to increase banking competition through boosting Kiwibank to enable them to offer fairer prices, and taking steps to ensure the Reserve Bank places greater importance on competition in the banking sector.

We’re also ensuring the banking sector works for all New Zealanders—directing the Reserve Bank to prioritise competition, making it easier for new banks to enter the market, and removing barriers such as restrictions on using Māori freehold land as collateral for loans. The Government will focus on expanding access to the exchange settlement system with decisions by March 2025, reviewing risk assessment for a range of bank lending and reviewing minimum capital thresholds for new entrants into the banking sector.

Rural communities are a key focus of this work. Farmers and rural businesses have said they often feel the impact of limited competition the hardest. That’s why two Parliamentary select committees have been leading an inquiry into rural banking.

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The new year has kicked off with remarkable momentum in the property market, mirroring the activity seen in late 2024.

Understand your performance, plan for the future, and ask for help before it’s too late.

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uyers and investors are maintaining their confidence, keeping the housing market as competitive as ever. For many, the new year represents an opportunity to achieve their property goals, whether that’s securing a first home, upgrading their lifestyle, or expanding their investment portfolio.

One of the key drivers of this ongoing activity is the anticipation of further reductions in interest rates. With the next Official Cash Rate (OCR) announcements from the Reserve Bank scheduled for February and April, market forecasts are optimistic about potential rate cuts. We are hoping to see the two and three-year rates below 4.9% in the coming months. These reductions could provide further relief for buyers and investors alike, making borrowing more affordable and fuelling continued interest in property purchases.

For property investors, 2025 presents a particularly exciting landscape. With interest deductibility fully restored and competitive lending rates expected to continue, we’re seeing a return of seasoned investors to the market. There is also a growing trend of purchasing existing properties over new builds, driven by larger section sizes offering subdivision potential and higher returns on investment.

The year ahead holds promise for first-home buyers too, but it comes with competition. Properties under $750,000 remain hotly contested, as first-home buyers and investors vie for opportunities in this segment. Acting quickly and being well-prepared with lending approvals will be key for buyers looking to secure their ideal property.

As the market thrives, we’re excited to see how these trends unfold. With 2025 shaping up to be another strong year for property, now is the perfect time to get expert advice and make your move. Wishing you a very happy New Year from the whole NZ Mortgages team. We wish you all the best and hope you see success in your property and financial goals for 2025.

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Your accounting software shouldn’t be intimidating; it should be your best ally. Think of it this way: if your business is a game, your staff are the players, you’re the coach, and your numbers are the scoreboard. And to win, you need a solid game plan backed by measurable performance indicators.

Understand the difference between “lead” and “lag” KPIs. Lead KPIs, like new business inquiries, conversion rates, and cash flow forecasts, help predict future performance and identify trends early. On the other hand, lagging KPIs, such as past sales, gross profit, and outstanding accounts, show what has already happened. Both are critical, but focusing only on past performance can leave you vulnerable to potential challenges ahead.

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Staying stylish is all about following the latest fashion fads, or is it?

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alk to a few fashion stylists and they will tell you it is more about mixing classics with a modern twist, especially for older women. Classics have longevity, hence the title, and incorporating trends with them will refresh your look. Bear in mind, however, that once a trend is out, it becomes passé, especially in later life.

A stylish, versatile wardrobe should strike a balance between timeless and trending seasonal looks.

New Zealand follows European and American trends, although often six to 12 months behind. A check of what is in and out there shows long denim skirts are out, replaced by pencil slim options, cherry red is less prevalent in clothes although popular for bags and shoes, and mesh shoes are being replaced with classic leather and fabric flats.

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Bach break

Christmas is another 300-plus days away, and the New Year celebrations have slowed to a halt.

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xhausted, drained, and overwhelmed – if these feelings are familiar, your body is yearning for a weekend away. Summer still has plenty left to give – those bach break escapes remain warranted.

Sometimes you need a holiday after your holiday, and often, it becomes the recipe for restoring your energy levels.

Leading health professionals say Christmas, one of the busiest times of the year, causes stress levels to soar. Financial pressures, family tensions, and expectations snowball, and it is hard to find time to sit with our feelings or find time to relax.

Coordinating families, gift-giving, entertaining, and moments of pure chaos packing in group activities and beach excursions day after day, the festive season is demanding.

Whether in Hanmer Springs, the Marlborough Sounds, or a hidden gem up north, create special one-on-one

memories, and find the solace you sought yet maybe never found in the festivities. Book in and sign out of your day-today responsibilities. Give yourself the refresh you deserve to continue 2025 on a high note.

Sip coffee on the balcony in the morning, and delight in fresh, seasonal fruit. Eat whole, good food, and exercise in nature’s fresh air. Browse nearby villages, relish the coastal convenience of a beachside location, and finish the day on a balcony sipping wine and sharing the stories you never have the time or company to.

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Will Artificial Intelligence Defeat Cancer?

Data is king as they say in the machine learning world, and nothing could be truer in the fight to advance treatments for cancer. Algorithms and AI (Artificial Intelligence) are fast changing the cancer landscape for the better and bringing superior and less invasive treatments to fight the disease.

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rofessor Nasir Rajpoot Warwick University (UK) head of computational pathology, and perhaps the grandfather of computational pathology and the use of AI in medicine, says if you build an algorithm and have the right data to train algorithms from other cancer patients, then all sorts of information is provided to optimise treatment plans and improved outcomes for patients.

Prof. Rajpoot said collecting large data sets on cancers from around the world is key to providing the best and least invasive treatments for patients, predicting outcomes and for early detection.

“Data from similar types of cancers, information on outcomes, what treatments were used, when were they diagnosed, this provides clinical but logical information about patients outcomes and how the cancer might progress.”

So how does it work? AI can recognise patterns within digitised tissue samples that are not always evident to the human eye.

These patterns can be correlated with certain kinds of outcomes.

A newly diagnosed patient can have their specimen compared to existing algorithms which will help create a personalise treatment plan.

“Every cancer is different. Cancer of the same grade might be different in how it manifests in a particular patient depending on things like a person’s DNA and how their immune system is reacting to cancer”.

Together, these different aspects of diverse patient profiles, provide the best predictions for how a cancer will advance.

“For instance, some patterns indicate the patient will develop metastasis, others don’t. Metastasis is a major progression of cancer because it spreads to other parts of the body.

“It used to be all cancer patients were treated with chemotherapy to kill the cancer cells and, in the process, we kill lots of normal cells. This can manifest serious side effects with quite an adverse impact on people’s lives.”

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“Computational pathology gives us the risk stratification of patients.”

“Everyone’s DNA is unique and affects how we respond to the same disease and there are also some external factors, but the algorithms help us determine a personalised treatment depending on how aggressive the cancer is signaled to be.”

The new push is to leverage the patient’s own immune system to fight cancer. Immunotherapy is expensive and has been far superior to chemotherapy from day one, but it doesn’t always work. Algorithms can predict who will be a responder and who won’t be and, understanding the patient profile as provided by computational pathology, allows resources to be directed more effectively.

Prof. Rajpoot said the shortage of pathologists and particularly specialist pathologists had an impact internationally but was disadvantaging developing nations the most.

He said once specimens were collected a DNA profile was also important for optimising treatment. The lack of pathologists meant often just a very generalist view of the slide was given.

On the bright side, the amount of data already collected is enabling AI to be better at providing information without the DNA profiling.

“In Pursuit is a wonderful opportunity to connect with experts of different disciplines from across the world, to explore ideas and collaborations that can hopefully shape the future of cancer care. I’m looking forward to sharing my experience and research but also learning about other cutting edges research and technology and how it will revolutionise medicine and cancer care”.

“I want to be part of this transformation.”

Prof. Rajpoot started life as a computer scientist but developed a deep interest in the intersection between biology, medicine and technology when asked by a colleague to have a look at pathology data for colon cancer.

“That is how I got into this field, and I’ve never looked back.

At the same time there were some unfortunate incidents in my own family where two close family members passed away from cancer.”

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“I have been developing machine learning algorithm analysis of pathology data for 22-years. But it is just in the past 5 years that the field has become known and recognised as computational pathology, a sub-discipline of pathology which is the study of diseases.”

Lifesaving Outcomes from liquid Biopsies

Digital Pathology enhancing human comprehension

Professor Parry Guilford Keynote speaker at In Pursuit

Dr Arthur Morley Bunker Keynote speaker at in Pursuit

Defeating one of New Zealand’s most prevalent cancers is top of the list for Otago University researcher, Professor Parry Guilford, a keynote speaker at In Pursuit.

AI is a black box according to some, that it only learns the stuff we feed it, but Dr Arthur Morley Bunker says its does far more than that. It helps comprehend things we can’t see with the human eye. Things like patterns in cancer cells. It is for sure, bringing hope.

His field, liquid biopsies, is a quick, cheap, and non-invasive way of detecting cancer early and he has an immediate goal to produce an affordable and accessible test to ensure that people with symptoms of bowel cancer will be diagnosed before the cancer becomes untreatable. And he is inching ever closer to achieving it.

He and his team at Otago University have developed a simple non-invasive blood test which is set to become a game changer in the early detection and treatment of cancer, particularly colorectal cancer, and save the lives of thousands of people.

The test is ready to enter its next round of testing, and he hopes to have it available for clinical use within the next two years.

Professor Guilford’s research focuses on early detection and preventing cancer from taking hold, with a particular focus on colorectal cancers. “What we’re trying to achieve locally, and which will be different to what’s achieved elsewhere, is to have a test, which is really accessible to people, rather than have gatekeepers controlling access to such a profoundly important thing as a cancer diagnostic test,” he said.

“We want to get something which can be taken to communities very easily, it doesn’t require massive, huge, expensive machinery as it requires only very small-scale equipment.”

He said the blood test will indicate if cancer is present by detecting whether there are any molecules in the blood that suggest the patient has cancer. It is a non-invasive way of screening people very early and catching cancer before it has a chance to devastate the patient.

Professor Guilford said the year 2000 when the human genome project was completed, was a game changer.

Christchurch based researcher Dr Morley Bunker’s interest is in digital pathology. Basically, he converts physical 2D histology tissue slides into digitised images. “I work very closely with the Cancer Society’s tissue bank. The consistency in preparation of the slide specimens it provides, is especially important to collecting accurate data”.

“Once you have that digital image, you can use computer vision to analyse and learn and develop AI models to predict biomarkers or detect cancer or predict prognosis. There are many applications of AI.” Dr Morley Bunker, whose focus is colorectal cancers, says the computer looks at many parameters like shape, size, curves, and hard lines which are all basic features of a cancer tumour. But where it adds real value is when it looks at the nuclei of the cell and the chromatin pattern, where all the DNA is. It discovers things people might not see.

AI has already provided proof of concept in that it can predict groups with biomarkers, and it also highlights some of our biases.

“We have the preconceived notion like how we’ve collected the data, maybe made an assumption about the patient but that will be blurred in out AI models.”

One of Dr Morley Bunker’s jobs is ensuring the data sets are applicable to and representative of New Zealand. He said a host of things can determine how a cancer presents from DNA to environment, diet, and genetics.

“We were able to sequence the DNA of tumours. And that was the first time we were able to get inside the tumour and see what was going wrong inside.” That was exciting because you could now see the molecular drivers of the cancer. To see what had gone wrong in that particular cell to make it replicate and survive or not.

He said AI will also support the health system by, for example, easing a pathologist’s workflow by assisting in detecting the cancer, predicting what biomarker status the cancer has, whether specimens need to go for molecular testing, assisting diagnostics, and improving efficiency. This will relieve workloads, ease obstacles to getting diagnosed and help optimise treatments.

Professor Guilford said this knowledge had led to incredible breakthroughs in cancer treatment and prevention and was helping us fast approach a time when cancer would be managed like any other disease, and we would live a normal life span with it.

Dr Morley Bunker stresses there is still the need for human input.

A pathologist will oversee the AI process and anyone needing aggressive treatment will be triaged to the top of the list by the insights provided by AI.

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Serving a salad with meals is a simple way to pack added nutrients and antioxidants into your diet, and eat to a feeling of satisfaction.

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Swee tcorn salad Undervalued and underutilised, sweetcorn deserves more space in our summer ingredient arsenal.

Highlighting summer produce, this simple, refreshing salad makes a perfect pairing for barbecues and balmy evenings, alongside grilled meats such as chicken, steak, or fish.

INGREDIENTS 1 lime, juiced Salt and pepper 1/4 cup olive oil Sweetcorn 2 Tbsp butter 2 Tbsp butter 1 cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered Fresh basil leaves, to garnish

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METHOD 1. Whisk lime juice and olive oil together, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

2. Leave corn fresh, or add with half of the butter to a saucepan on high heat. Cook for five to 10 minutes, or until charred to your preference, drizzling over the remaining butter once almost done.

3. Assemble corn, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a bowl.

Drizzle with the salad dressing and place basil on top. Serve, and enjoy.

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At Heirloom, we take pride in serving fresh, seasonal food and crafting unique drinks you won’t find anywhere else.

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Standard cakes can be ordered online, but for custom-made options, please pop into one of our stores, call us on the number below, or email us at: bakery@naturallydelicious.co.nz.

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cuisine

Unbeatable

Keeping food simple while delivering a delightful experience for your tastebuds is not always easy, but it has been an effective path to success for one North Canterbury-based eatery.

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hat’s the motto for the team behind D.O.T.I. It’s in their name.

‘Don’t Over Think It’ is exactly what they do, producing deliciously unpretentious dishes in an environment that feels like home. Owned and operated by Dylan and Hannah, two local chefs Amberley has known for many years, they came together to deliver great flavours to locals and visitors alike.

“We saw a gap in the market and wanted to bring an exclusive, enticing dining experience to the area, a fresh offering for the community,” Hannah shares.

The menu features delightful shared plates such as fried chicken with chipotle mayo and maple, crispy vegetables with curry sauce, sliders, and tacos. One of their most popular options is the D.O.T.I platter for two to three people, which features crispy prawns, fried chicken, meatballs, pork belly, and waffle chips.

The casual nature of D.O.T.I means you can just call in, even just for a drink or a snack, Thursday to Monday. Head to the website to check out the menu, or to 71 Carters Road, Amberley.

There you have it: unbeatable food served in a relaxed, comforting environment, with an extensive drinks menu. What more could you want in a dining experience?

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D.O.T.I EATERY & BAR Amberley

With warmer weather, comes the pleasure of outdoor dining. Indulge in our famous Whitebait fritters, Blue Cod, salad & fries, or enjoy our popular Lamb’s Fry (now available 7 days!)

Our cosy atmosphere and friendly service will make you feel right at home.

Fully licensed, phone orders welcome, and venue hire/catering available.

Celebrate Valentine’s this year with our limited edition Sovrano Rosolio “a message of love in a glass”, featuring our limoncello chocolate gift bundles.

Welcome to D.O.T.I, Amberley’s newest and most inviting eatery and bar, located in a beautifully restored 100-year-old grain store.

Owned and operated by two talented local chefs, D.O.T.I offers a diverse menu perfect for both casual and classy dining.

Enjoy Waipara wines and Three Boys beer on tap. Remember, “Don’t Over Think It.”

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Ph 0800 777 270 www.limoncello.co.nz

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Pink

Dining Guide

Martini Pink is a bit of a theme in this issue, so in this vein, we’re sharing our recipe for a Pink Martini. Cheers.

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• Handful ice cubes • 40ml vodka • 20ml dry vermouth • 4 dashes orange • • • MANILA GRILL RESTAURANT Richmond

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Enjoy the perfect Crispy Pata!

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As dedicated specialists in Angus beef, we’re committed to crafting the perfect blend of flavour and tenderness for Kiwis to enjoy.

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bitters 2 Tsp grenadine Orange peel Lime slices

METHOD 1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.

2. Add the vodka, dry vermouth, orange bitters, and grenadine.

3. Shake and strain into a martini glass.

4. Garnish with orange peel and lime.

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In your kitchen

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Indulge in bespoke, locally crafted organic cakes from Harpers House. Perfect for any occasion, our treats are made with whole food ingredients, ensuring delicious, beautifully designed creations that cater to your unique tastes and dietary preferences.

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We stock quality brands at great prices.

Catering for your everyday kitchen needs as well as those specialty items. If we don’t have it chances are we can get it - just ask.

Treat yourself to one of our gourmet handcrafted pies.

We specialise in seafood pies.

Blue cod, Scallop, and Seafood Chowder pies are popular favourites.

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We create platter boxes, gift boxes and grazing tables for every home and work occasion, or as a beautiful gift.

We personalise every order with a bespoke touch to ensure your occasion is special and every bite is unforgettable.

With over 20 years of baking expertise, we bring your sweetest visions to life!

Whether it’s a birthday, a special event, or just because, we specialise in creating custom-designed cakes and handcrafted treats tailored to your unique occasion.

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aromatics

Amazing

BY LYNDA PAPESCH

Heavenly scented flowers, candles, room diffusers, soaps, perfumes, and even laundry powders can all help to make your home smell gorgeous.

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eople’s olfactory sense adapts to the smells around them so often they are not familiar with how they and their homes smell, until a different perfume pervades their atmosphere.

They can small perfume on others, but not necessarily themselves, for example.

A change in perfume will revive the olfactory sense, although only for a while, before olfactory fatigue, or adaptation, sets in again. One trick to gauging how you, and your home, smell to others is to go outside, get some fresh air, and then head back inside.

Floral, citrus, spices and Oriental notes are among the most popular

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scents used in perfumes, home and cleaning products, including candles and diffusers.

The cosiness of vanilla is a classic, while tangy citrus is used in a multitude of cleaning products.

More masculine aromatics, such as pine and cedar are popular with the men in our lives.

Studies have shown that some of the top favourite smells in a home are freshly baked bread, bacon, freshly cut grass, coffee, cakes baking in the oven, the seaside, freshly washed clothes, and a Sunday roast. That’s why they’re often recommended for open homes although there is no reason they cannot be used any time or anywhere.

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ehind some of the most eye-catching façades in the South Island is Finesse Painting and Decorating.

An entrenched adoration for his craft, owner Peter Dalman says “I am passionate about not just delivering exceptional service to clients, but in lifting the standards right across the painting and plastering industry.”

In 2019, Peter was voted on to the Master Painters executive board for the Canterbury/Marlborough region, and in 2022 was invited to serve on the National Board, a position he still holds. Finesse, in 2016, was invited

by Resene to join their Eco.Decorator group. “Resene recognised our commitment to quality and sustainable work practices. They audit us every year, and this year we were first equal in New Zealand. In 2022, we won the Master Painters Gold award for the new Chatham Islands museum,” says Peter.

The team use only high-quality, premium paints which look and last better. “Your project should be an enjoyable experience,” says Peter. “We are transparent with our tenders and quotes, arrive on time, and communicate clearly.”

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etting the table for casual dining these days, runs the gamut from traditional to eclectic. Opt for DIY and self-serve plates and cutlery, to a more coordinated approach with a set table. Long gone are the days of white only plates, formal glass placements, and perfectly aligned cutlery ranks.

One of the prettiest trends comes from an eclectic mishmash of coloured, textural plates, and delicately patterned glassware, as shown on this page.

Raid grandmother’s cupboards to see what she has, or visit pre-loved, antique, and opportunity outlets, or homeware stores to stock up. Mix and match while sticking to contrasting or complementary colours, shapes, and sizes. There’s no point arranging a tiny glass on an oversized plate, for example.

If you would rather buy new, many homeware stores stock contemporary glasses from around the world in a range of pastel and primary colours. Remember that the colours you enjoy most in your home and wardrobe will also be the colours you will be happiest with in your table settings, whether they are bold reds, blues, and oranges, or dainty hues.

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2. Serena wine goblet, French Country Collections.

3. Chelsea blush coupe glasses, Ladelle.

4. Vintage pink tumbler, French Country Collections.

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Optimise outdoor

entertaining Summer brings friends and family together, enjoying barbecues and cool beverages in outdoor spaces perfectly suited for the occasion.

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t begs the need to upgrade patio furniture, the decking or flooring beneath, and that which houses it all, a louvre roof.

The timing is spot-on now for expanding your indoor living into the warm and sunny outdoors with Canterbury-based Louvre Solutions.

Owner/operator Craig Rogers and his team know how to make entertaining at home easy, with almost 20 years of experience across the country. The team can create a custom space to suit your individual needs, such as a rain-sensor louvre roof, complete with options including pull-down side screens, LED lighting, and rain sensors.

Whether entertaining, relaxing, or simply expanding your indoor

area, they can bring your ultimate outdoor environment to fruition.

Each louvre will move at your command to allow full sunshine, create shade or provide solid rain protection, while the strong system conforms to all wind or slow load requirements. The best part? These practical benefits blend seamlessly into beautiful additions to your outdoor space, integrating flawlessly into any architectural style. “We can design a space to incorporate outdoor kitchens, fires and barbecues with virtually no limitation on the style and shape of the space,” Craig assures.

Plan your louvre proactively into your design/build project, or retrofit once the need is identified post-construction, and make the most of your outdoors all seasons.

Love your louvre From aesthetically pleasing to practical, louvres are a brilliant addition to your home and entertaining areas.

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Each louvre roof is waterproof, so there is no need to cover outdoor furniture, barbecues, and upholstery as they will already be protected from New Zealand’s harsh elements.

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Manufactured with quality in every aspect, Louvre Solutions’ blend of precision engineering and aesthetic creates the ultimate outdoor space in beauty and longevity.

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Manufactured from extruded aluminium, they offer greater durability than traditional patio covers, and unlike plastic or fabric, these components will outperform in heat, wind and rain.

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Picking wicker

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Homes citywide are adopting the ease and elegance of wicker furniture to beautify indoor and outdoor spaces.

any of those pieces originated in the WovenVeranda showroom, amongst a captivating selection of stylish, Scandinaviandesigned cane furniture from Indonesia.

Every aesthetic taste is catered for, “We can customise your personal style needs, and transform any living space seamlessly with wicker,” says owner Guy Gunn.

Lean into the Bohemian vibe, invite a relaxed country feel into a spacious setting, or courtyard classic vibe into a busy city lifestyle. From swingseats, lounge chairs and sofas, to dining settings, experience the wonders of wicker – and why it remains so popular.

Find WovenVeranda’s collection of timeless, long-lasting wicker furniture within the Old School Collective, 1429 Main North Road, North Canterbury.

Why wicker?

Durable: indoor furniture woven from natural plant-

grown material, and poly carbon for the outdoor range.

Weatherproof: WovenVeranda’s robust range of

synthetic UV-stabilised wicker woven onto commercialgrade aluminium framing offers all-weather resistance.

Stylish: with its natural colour palette, wicker furniture pairs gorgeously with traditional, tropical, country, and coastal styles.

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pets

Which dog, which leash?

Manage your dog’s weight, prevent issues including heart disease and joint problems, and boost physical and mental health: a walk is our ‘best friend’s’ best friend.

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t is also a wonderful opportunity to introduce behavioural training. While walking, dogs often pull at leashes and ignore commands or chase other dogs and animals. Properly training your dog to walk on a leash without pulling and be responsive to commands invites a better experience for yourself and those around you.

Ways to walk your dog can depend on its behavioural nature, experts say, with multiple options available for well-behaved to misbehaved dogs.

Collar and leash

For well-behaved dogs, a collar and leash offers a comfortable walking experience. Collars are convenient. Easy to take on and off, with the ability to hold your dog’s ID tag, these work wonders for dogs who require little control on a walk.

If your dog needs more guidance, a collar and leash might not be suitable, according to industry professionals. Collars apply pressure to the dog’s neck and throat, making them uncomfortable for dogs that pull. If your dog has random movement tendencies, a collar may slip off, making it a potentially dangerous option.

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Harness and leash

For dogs that need extra control, a harness is the way to go. Providing pressure across the chest and shoulders, harnesses provide enhanced safety and comfort for dogs that pull on the leash.

While harnesses are convenient for dogs that run and pull, harnesses can be uncomfortable during the warmer seasons, causing your dog to overheat. They also require more physical strength when controlling larger dogs.

Muzzle and leash

Muzzles are suitable for misbehaved dogs. They are helpful while working to improve a dog’s social skills and manage aggressive actions. A muzzle and leash are ideal for dogs with a higher bite threshold, providing a much lower risk of biting a human or animal. Yet, they can cause distress for dogs who don’t need them.

The ancestors of cats and dogs would consume raw, delicious diets in the wild, extracting nutrients for optimal health and happiness. Our pets deserve equal nourishment.

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Optimal pet nutrition

eplicating the nutritional profile that cats and dogs have evolved to eat, Canterbury Pet Food Co focuses on meat, bone, and organ mixes, combining added sustenance through green-lipped mussels, free-range eggs, and wild bone broth. “We have tailored mixes for different life stages, weight management requirements, activity and energy levels, all produced from high-quality ingredients,” manager Stu Free explains.

The proof is in the product. More than 23 years in, the team continue to receive reputable feedback on the benefits. “Our customers say their pets are more energetic, happy, youthful, and playful.” We are often told pets raised on Canterbury Pet Food Co “have fewer health issues and better quality of life”, plus shinier coats, better digestion, healthier teeth, and more energy.

The company began in 2002 with a shop in Rangiora before obtaining an Ohoka-based factory. Manufacturing began, selling into the wholesale market, more recently shifting to prioritise selling direct to the public – at wholesale prices.

An “evangelistic zeal” for converting cats and dogs to raw meat diets and seeing them thrive fuelled the growth from a small family business to a 30-strong team. Their presence grew, too, with stores in Islington and Ohoka and an extensive home delivery service. Stu describes their loyal customer base as people “who care about their pets health and wellbeing and understand that optimum nutrition is an integral part in helping them live happy, healthy lives”. If that sounds like you, visit in-store or through the website.

gardening

Loving the

dry

BY LYNDA PAPESCH

Canterbury and other regions regularly suffer lengthy dry spells which can play havoc with gardens.

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he trick is to plant species that lap up the dry, thrive in the heat, and provide colour, and form all year round.

As a rule, look for plants with grey-green leaves.

The best time to plant is in autumn to capture as much of the winter rain as possible so plants are established before the drier summer months. When planting, dig a hole twice the width and depth of the root ball, and add plenty of compost and organic material. Add a slow release fertiliser to the hole and mix in. Plant to the depth of the plant’s original container, and water well.

SUCCULENTS: Succulents are ideal plants for water-short areas, surviving in dry climates because they store water in their leaves, stems, and roots. They are low maintenance, and can thrive indoors or outside. Incredibly versatile plants, succulents come in many unique shapes, colours, textures and distinctive features.

There are more than 60 separate succulent families, and around 10,000 varieties of plants, including cactus and aloe plants.

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EDIBLES: Many herbs and edibles, such as sage, rosemary, oregano, and thyme enjoy the heat, and bring with them the added value of colour, and practical use in cooking. Artichokes, grapes, lemons, and blueberries are also drought tolerant.

SHRUBS: Popular and hardy shrubs to plant include the poisonous oleander (Nerium oldeander), which comes in shades of red, pink, salmon and white, euphorbia ‘Kilimanjaro’ with variegated white and pale green foliage, and japonica (Chaenomeles japonica), also known as flowering quince.

Coastal Rosemary (Westringia fruticosa) is known for its long flowering and good salt tolerance.

NATIVES: Coprosmas, hebes, flaxes, and tussocks are among the most drought-tolerant native plant species in New Zealand. Others to look out for include astelia, carex, chionochloa, corokia, flax, griselinea, knightia, pohutukawa, olearea, pseudopanax, and xeronema.

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Adding trellis to your property comes with a multitude of rewards.

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stylish option for fencing and screens, a trellis will add privacy, security, and better air flow than a solid fence, and even provide more growing space for vines and vegetables.

Different styles mean trellises can add a bespoke aesthetic to any architectural design.

Experts in the options, and what will work best are the helpful staff at Town Trellis, who supply direct from their Christchurch factory. “We offer an extensive range of solutions when it comes to trellis and all related services in Christchurch,” says team member Dean. “We custom-make your trellis, install it, service it, and offer painting services for projects.”

Town Trellis can also sort your fencing, landscaping, and DIY projects. “We are dedicated to exceptional customer service, and proud to share more than 20 years’ experience in the business. To experience the benefits of privacy, security and exceptional design, call us for a free quote,” adds Dean.

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Let the

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shine in

Canopies, conservatories, sunrooms: call them what you want, they add worthwhile space and monetary value to a home.

Open, partially enclosed, or part of a home’s permanent structure, rooms that catch the sun’s rays are usually worth their weight in gold, a versatile addition that can be used all-year-round.

If building new, it will be easier to include at the design stage, and obtain planning consent as part of the complete build. Alterations or additions may also require planning approval so check with the Christchurch City Council to see if building consent, discretionary exemption and/or resource consent are needed.

Check out the council’s Building Code F7/AS1 and C/AS1 which brought in new changes in November 2024.

Many modern sunrooms have abundant glass roof panels, and windows, allowing plenty of natural light and warmth in, making them ideal for relaxing in and for container gardens.

A solarium with an all-glass ceiling will allow maximum overhead light, while adjustable roof panels and louvres will help control light and heat.

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Adding

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Before planning your sunroom, it’s important to decide which type best suits your needs.

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our home is one of your biggest investments so an addition or alteration should add value.

Discussing your options with a professional will help establish what’s best for you. Numerous options are available to add additional space and enhance your home, and many can be installed in a fraction of the time a traditional addition takes.

An affordable option to keep bugs and flying nasties at bay is a screen room, either as an addition or enclosing an existing patio or porch space.

A ‘three season room’ may be just the

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ticket for homeowners who want to enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of their home, during spring, summer, and autumn, and not necessarily all year-round. They often include single or double-paned glass windows ensuring a breeze when needed, and protection when not. Adding a ceiling fan or electric fireplace helps to cool down or warm up the room.

For all-year-round, a four season living space is probably the best option. Fully enclosed, they can be cost-effectively heated and cooled when necessary, and meet strict building codes.

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Top uses of a sunroom: • Perfect for morning tea or coffee, and preparing for the day ahead

• Children’s play area • Hobby and craft room, ideal for games, puzzles, reading, and craft projects

• Yoga/workout room, with great natural light • Casual dining • Entertaining guests • Relaxing after work drinks • Home office in a garden setting • Staycation place with a Tiki bar and spa pool • Emergency guest accommodation

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THE INFLUENCERS

LEEANN WATSON KELVIN DAVIDSON

ALISON ADAMS

CORELOGIC | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

CHRISTCHURCHNZ | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Property trends

A remarkable year

A deep and prolonged downturn in property values is still helping buyers.

Despite the challenges, 2024 was nothing short of transformative for Ōtautahi Christchurch.

he downturn since 2021 has given buyers increased pricing power. Nationally, values have fallen by nearly 18% from their post-Covid peak. Roughly three years on from that peak, the largest declines in values among the main centres have been seen in Wellington and Auckland, down by around 25% and 22% respectively. At the other end of the spectrum, Christchurch is down by only 7%.

It is not a surprise to see property values generally remaining subdued, given plenty of challenging factors.

In December, the national figure edged down by another 0.2%. That was the ninth fall in the past 10 months, with those drops initially reflecting high mortgage rates, but more recently the weakness of the labour market.

While sales volumes have risen gently for around 18 months, they remain below normal and haven’t significantly impacted the stock of available listings on the market. Total listings on the market remain elevated, up around 25% compared with the five-year average, so buyers certainly have the pricing power.

It’s not great news for homeowners, especially those that purchased around peak levels, although ultimately the downturn conditions are most favourable for recent buyers. While affordability is still stretched, the majority of borrowers are now opting for floating rates or 6-12 month fixed terms.

Looking ahead, there are some supports for the market, and also challenges that buyers can anticipate. Lower mortgage rates may be a boost for sales volumes and property values, however there are also debt to income ratio caps lurking on the horizon.

s the CEO of ChristchurchNZ, I have a unique view of the dynamic changes happening in our city, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we have achieved.

Over the past year, the city supported more than 745 businesses and worked closely with 43 startups, helping fuel our economy and create jobs. These efforts are not just about numbers; they’re helping make Christchurch a city people want to live, visit, and invest in.

One standout achievement is the $5.4 million in Callaghan Innovation Ārohia Trailblazer Grants secured for local businesses. This funding is a direct result of (and win for) Christchurch’s thriving culture of innovation. We’re also proud of the progress made with Tāwhaki National Aerospace Centre, positioning Christchurch as a hub of aerospace excellence – a decade-long effort that is now paying off.

Then there’s BioOra, an innovative cancer-therapy project with the potential to save lives, revolutionise healthcare and bring in over $250 billion annually.

The urban development of New Brighton is another example of what happens when we invest in communities. The groundwork laid by the public sector is now attracting private investment, showing how public and private efforts can work together to create lasting change.

Christchurch is defying the odds. We’re growing and thriving. As we look ahead, I’m confident the best is yet to come.

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THE INFLUENCERS

JOSIE VIDAL

SANAM AHMADZADEH SALMANI

STRATERRA INC | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL | EMPLOYMENT HERO

Costly regulation

Change is coming

New Zealand loves to regulate but it doesn’t always get it right and mistakes are costly.

Several upcoming changes to New Zealand employment law may benefit both employers and employees in the long run.

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e broadly agree with the sentiment in the proposed Regulatory Standards Bill discussion document, although it sure needs improvement.

We agree with the sentiment in the document that bad regulation can stifle innovation and give rise to numerous unintended consequences, and we have examples of that in the minerals sector.

Innovation is critical to New Zealand’s economic recovery so it is important to have an enabling regulatory environment, not one that blocks innovation every step of the way.

We agree with observations that in New Zealand, there is a tendency to use legislation in cases where it is not strictly required, or to address matters already covered in existing legislation, creating confusing duplications. There are also several areas of overlapping regulations, certainly in relation to the minerals sector, where duplication and/or contradictions occur.

These are time and money wasters for everyone.

The bill would provide a set of principles for responsible regulation which would act as criteria against which new or existing regulation could be assessed. This makes a lot of sense.

To future proof the bill, our preference would be that changes of government did not alter the legislation, but rather they had the freedom to amend the guidelines.

We can’t have a regulatory environment where everything changes every three years; it is too unstable for us as a trading nation reliant on international investment.

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robably the most hotly debated change is the introduction of an income threshold for employees claiming personal grievances for unjustified dismissal. The change means employees earning above $180,000 per annum will be unable to raise an unjustified dismissal claim.

Employers and employees will be able to opt back into unjustified dismissal protection if they choose, or negotiate their own dismissal procedures between them.

For employers, the change enables businesses to ensure they have the best fit of skills and abilities for their organisation, allowing employers more flexibility in hiring for senior positions, without having to risk a costly and disruptive dismissal process if things don’t work out.

This legislation will allow employers and employees to have more open and frank conversations. In some respects, this will create transparency, allowing performance concerns to be addressed quickly.

The Government also introduced changes to remove or significantly reduce ‘remedies’ for employees when they are found to be at fault in employment disputes, for example when an employee’s behaviour has contributed to the breakdown in the employment relationship. This includes removing all remedies for employees whose behaviour amounts to serious misconduct and removing eligibility for reinstatement in a role or compensation for hurt and humiliation when the employee is found to be at fault.

The changes are expected be progressed through the Employment Relations Amendment Bill later this year.

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Peer Recognition Several Canterbury contenders are in the finals of Site Safe’s 2025 Health and Safety Awards, celebrating excellence in workplace safety across Aotearoa New Zealand.

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rett Murray, Chief Executive of Site Safe, says the record number of entries this year underscores the importance the industry places on effectively managing health and safety risks in their workplaces.

“It’s inspiring to see the dedication and innovation showcased by these individuals, teams, and organisations.” The winners will be announced in Auckland on 5 March.

The Site Safe Awards recognise and celebrate individuals, teams, and organisations that have made significant contributions to improving workplace safety in New Zealand.

Site Safe is a leading provider of health and safety training and consultancy services in New Zealand, committed to empowering people to work safely and return home safely every day.

Finalists include:

Traffic Safe NZ: For a robotic system to eliminate the dangerous manual road cone placement.

Canterbury Aluminium Ltd: For prioritising staff health and

safety, fostering a collaborative environment where all employees are encouraged to prioritise safety in their work.

Tradestaff Group Ltd: For successfully fostering a safety-first culture within the construction sector.

Glen Sturgess, of Naylor Love: A dedicated health and safety champion, excelling in logistics, and effectively communicating safe movement of vehicles and personnel.

Fern Harper of Naylor Love: For outstanding contributions to

health and safety and inspiring others with her dedication, leadership, and commitment to safety excellence.

Fiona Brabant, of Cook Brothers Construction: A passionate health and safety leader in Queenstown and Wānaka, who prioritises team wellbeing, viewing colleagues as people, not just workers.

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Innovative Products New products for your building or home.

Almost daily, cutting edge and innovative new products for home and building projects come on to the market. From foundations to walls to roofs, insulation to cladding, and every product in between, there is so much choice.

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esearch has shown that Kiwis are among the first to embrace new technology, avant garde products, and ingenious creations, and these pages are designed to show you some of what’s on offer in Christchurch and beyond.

Globally, the construction industry is undergoing rapid changes because of the adoption of innovative design approaches, technologies, and materials. New Zealand’s construction sector is learning from the best practices of other countries, as well as coming up with its own innovations.

A focus on sustainability means current key trends include the use of green and sustainable materials like bio-based and recycled products, the development of self-healing materials, and the application of 3D printing for construction.

At Assemble Kitchen & Interiors, craftsmanship meets creativity to redefine your kitchen experience. With over 30 years of expertise, our team transforms spaces into functional works of art, reflecting your unique style.

We prioritise using New Zealand products to minimise our carbon footprint, ensuring the best range at the best price. From sleek modern designs to timeless classics, we create bespoke spaces that elevate your home with elegance and functionality.

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Custom-made lightweight steel gates are an effective way of enhancing your property whilst adding security and value.

From sliding and hinged, to swing and telescopic, our full range of gates and panels also come with optional extras such as full automation, lighting, and engraving all supplied and installed by our experienced team.

All of our gates are made to order giving you the scope to add your own design, colours, and features along the way. Contact us today.

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Straw for sure The construction industry is recognising the importance of ‘reuse, renew, and reduce’ practices to decrease the contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.

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ccording to an industry report from the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment, “a shift in how we procure and use building materials is essential.” To put it simply, innovation is key. The United Nations Environment Programme say adopting bio-based materials is the answer. These naturally-derived, renewable, and highly biodegradable materials have a “low environmental impact, the potential to store carbon, and contribute to biodiversity preservation.” The report adds that industry leaders are increasingly nervous about the reputational risks associated with wasteful practices, choosing to embrace alternatives.

Straw, a prominent bio-based material throughout human history, has seen a “revival” in recent years. Available and easy to source, straw is earning a spot as an innovative and environmentally friendly option in New Zealand’s construction industry. As use grows, so does research, catalysing the creation and production of new straw-based materials. This innovation has been realised through straw biomass ash, straw building panels, and straw fibre concrete.

Across the country, construction and architecture companies are adopting and implementing straw-based materials into their projects and processes.

New Zealand company Hiberna Modula offers structural insulated panels which “capitalise on straw’s inherent advantages, including strength, fire resistance, moisture control, insulation”: an efficient alternative to traditional timber framing.

“When used appropriately in construction, straw bales provide high levels of insulation and can help keep a home quiet and warm in winter and cool in summer,” the report outlines, highlighting the inception of this material within the building industry as an effective, eco-friendly choice.

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Sorting out your drainage

Buying a new home can sometimes feel like buying a ticket in a lottery.

You can see the surfaces of the house, yet not what is going on underneath.

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ow are the services, how are the foundations, is the frame strongly built? If you are buying in Canterbury, these types of questions increase exponentially. The face the house presents to the world might be rather fabulous, however we know cosmetics can do a lot.

Behind every beautiful plaster and paint job and exquisite home staging lurks the great unknown.

How did the home fare in the earthquakes, and were the repairs done thoroughly? Am I buying myself the residential equivalent of Fiona from Shrek?

One element of the functioning of a new home can be ticked off your list of worries quickly and easily. Enviroflo are the experts when it comes to every aspect of drainage.

The team covers all across the Canterbury region, and being locally owned, there isn’t much they haven’t tackled in earthquake affected drains. “Our qualified staff have over 100 years’ experience in the drainage industry and extensive knowledge of the Natural Hazards Commision (NHC) (formerly EQC) claims process and earthquake related drainage issues and repairs,” says co-owner Hayden Greig.

Handling everything from initial booking of a free camera check and survey, through to completed repairs with the above ground landscaping and hard surfaces included.

“For NHC work, we offer a five-stage process,” says Hayden.

“We start with a free camera check and assessment, we then submit our report and quote to NHC. When the claim is approved by NHC for repairs, we complete the drainage work.

The final step is signoff from the happy home owner.”

The coming months are great for getting your drains sorted. “When we are getting less rainfall and the ground is drier, we can accomplish what is needed much faster and with less mess,” says Hayden. The team are experts when it comes to the added complications of tenanted properties.

“We do plenty of work for landlords and property investors,” says Hayden. “Often rental properties are made up of older housing stock and the drains have not been investigated for years, if ever. We understand it can be complex to work with the needs of both tenants and property owners, so flexibility and communication are central to the way we approach these projects.”

In the great sweepstake of property, stack the odds in your favour by putting Enviroflo in charge of all things drainage.

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Capture the spirit of modern living and celebrate contemporary style with Soluna Roller Blinds.

The latest technology combines with timeless design and luxurious textiles.

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mooth and quiet, elegant and easy to operate, Soluna Roller Blinds have a range of sophisticated yet effortless operating systems that can be tailored to fit any space. The blinds’ motorised options provide advanced convenience, allowing effortless blind control through voice commands, smartphone apps or remote control, making them a new favourite product.

“They are ideal for high and hard-to-reach windows, and our cordless design enhances safety in homes with children and pets,” says Chris, from Canterbury Window Coverings.

Innovative charging options, such as a wireless charging wand and an AC adapter, come with the system, which also uses RF technology for controlling multiple shades individually or simultaneously. The motorised system connects seamlessly with modern technology, allowing your home to become a smart home for security and convenience.

“A WiFi hub enables integration with smart devices such as smartphones (Android and iPhone) and tablets, allowing you to remotely operate Soluna Roller Blinds from anywhere, even if you’re in Europe,” Chris explains.

“They also feature Adjustable Tension, which prevents shade movement and ensures the blinds remain perfectly positioned.

Whether you opt for PrecisionLift Cordless or motorised options, tension control enables easy adjustments to maintain your desired levels of light and privacy. This fast-selling product is one we are proud to showcase to our clients this year.”

Chris notes that with a selection of over 300 fabrics, the blinds offer a range of colours, textures, patterns, and opacities, from sheer to room-darkening, ensuring a perfect match for any interior design. “Our range includes natural fibres such as cotton, linen, jute, and our innovative sustainable paper-blended material, currently popular with Norman in America. Our residential fabrics are 100% PVC-free, boasting a luxurious, textured finish that enhances any space. These lighter, eco-friendly options provide a safer and healthier environment for families. For commercial settings, we also provide a range of PVC screen fabrics designed to meet various functional needs.”

OPTIONS Chain: Classic chain-driven roller blind with a clutch

system for smooth control. Includes a required chain tensioner for child safety.

Smart Release Chain: Smoothly and quietly lowers blinds with a quick pull, perfect for long windows and sliding doors. Always supplied with a raceway, even without a fascia.

PrecisionLift Cordless: With a finger’s touch,

effortlessly brighten your room or create a cosier ambience using the PrecisionLift Cordless system, designed to adjust within a millimetre of your preferred settings.

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In the dining room

Ideal for kitchens

Motorised Rechargable: A motorised roller

blind with a rechargeable battery, it is programmable for independent or simultaneous operation.

Motorised Rechargable AutoWand:

A rechargeable motorised blind with an attached control wand, ideal for kids’ rooms—no remote needed.

Canterbury Window Coverings brings tailored solutions to your doorstep with its mobile showroom, making it easy to select the perfect fabrics that complement your space. Get in touch with Chris and the team for a complimentary quote today.

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Increased enquiries and show home visits indicate an upsurge in home building in New Zealand this year, according to a leading national building company.

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ince October 2024, Lockwood Homes has experienced a rise in enquiries for its homes to be built in Marlborough, Nelson Tasman, Canterbury, West Coast, Methven, Mackenzie Country, and throughout Central Otago. ‘‘We’re quietly anticipating that 2025 will see more builds commenced than in recent years,” says Lockwood’s group head of Strategic Partnerships and Growth, John Stewart. He adds that many enquiries are from people familiar with and interested in building with Lockwood, having lived in one or enjoyed a friend or family member’s home.

“History shows people commence their general plan to build with us many years prior to the formal commencement, and often in secret.”

Many such secrets are shared with Karen Gillam, longtime head of enquiry and sales at Lockwood’s South Island Regional Office in Hornby. “We hear some amazing stories and reflections on the location, performance of our homes, thoughts on design and of memorable times spent in and around the properties,” Karen notes.

At the end of 2024, the company completed a two-year revitalisation of its national builder network that now boasts nine outstanding teams across the South Island, and 22 nationally.

“The principals and staff bring experience in high-end architectural construction, and the majority have previous Lockwood experience,” says John. “All are equally comfortable building an existing Lockwood plan or creating a bespoke, one-off reflection of the locality, owners’ lifestyles and preferences.”

Looking at the year ahead, the company expects that while there will likely be some effect on our economy should USA and China increase import tariffs on consumer goods, the global markets for

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pastoral and New Zealand manufactured products are increasing in size and value, producing incomes well beyond recent years.

“We are also seeing the NZ dollar dropping in value, meaning exporters will enjoy further increases in their incomes which will find their way into the internal economy. At the same time imported products will increase somewhat, particularly fuel.

“The South Island should benefit widely from any substantial increase in export earnings. Here in the south, we may see an increase in internal tourism and overseas tourists enjoying greater reach of their currencies here,” John suggests.

He predicts renewed interest in Farmstay and Cycle Trail accommodation, igniting regional economies and building markets, especially if the Government manages to complete its plan to free up Building Consent processes for under 60m2 dwellings.

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Big Goals I’ve always loved the beginning of the new year. There’s something deeply cleansing about the prospect of a fresh start and a feeling of achievement for previous success and the momentum that brings.

There’s also a sense of personal forgiveness for all that may not have been attained – despite the best of intentions.

The word ‘intention’ creates a perfect reminder. It means an aim or a plan, something to be accomplished or acquired, and I work with a set of daily intentional habits which I read every morning and review weekly. For as long as I can remember I’ve dedicated time to working on what I wanted my life to consist of and having a plan for how to achieve this has become a significant part of every new year. Some people think of this as setting New Year’s resolutions, but a quick Google search is all that is needed to prove that many resolutions don’t make it past the first month, let alone lasting the year.

If you are serious about moving forward in any given year and want to make progress, whether it’s in your occupation, health, family, friendships

or personal wellbeing, I’d encourage you to do something about it now! Setting goals and then creating new habits is hard, as is reflecting on where you are and where you might want to be. For years I’ve spent time with family, friends, strangers and colleagues discussing and demonstrating how despite the internal discomfort (and external, if you are including exercise) the process of having goals helps. It's been interesting to see people’s early, rather reluctant, involvement turn to something much more accepting as they flourished, seeing the benefits of discussing and then documenting their goals as they work towards their accomplishment.

If this sounds like something you’d like to start, or maybe just quietly consider, in 2025 I’m happy to give the following advice: 1. Just start. Start today. Stop procrastinating and telling yourself any of those well-worn excuses that we can all conjure up. “Success is the product of daily habits – not once-in-a-lifetime transformations” (James Clear, Atomic Habits). And delaying means stopping yourself from being the very person you have always dreamed of being.

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2. Write it down, don’t just keep things in your head. Documentation keeps you accountable, whilst providing a visual reference point and context. I have journals both personal and family that include big goals, family dreams and business aspirations in order from the last 25 years and if the house caught on fire, I’d save these along with the family pictures. They are a treasure trove of small wins, large victories and things that have given our family timeless memories.

3. You don’t have to go big – start small.

There’s a beautiful concept called the micro-step, which says it’s the small, incremental moves, often layered on top of each other, rather than massive leaps that take us closer to our goal.

So, with this in mind, let me wish you a happy New Year. May it bring you a sense of purpose, lots to smile about and some time to yourself.

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We might be going Canterbury wide but we’re still keeping our unique South Canterbury focus. Telling the stories of the businesses, people and places that make our region what it is.

This month we are delighted to bring you the story of a beautiful old limestone cottage and the owners who have lovingly restored it over the years.

What an inspiration.

We also delve back in history to find out about an intriguing Timaru tale of murder, betrayal, and a chimpanzee. If you love true crime stories then check out this one close to home, albeit in the 1800s.

Elsewhere we bring you stories from the iconic Caroline Bay Rock & Hop and take a look at the Cancer Society’s upcoming fundraiser Relay For Life.

You’ll also find great local shopping spots, places to eat and if you want to cook up a treat at home then try the delicious salmon recipe this month from High Country Salmon.

So grab a coffee or a glass of wine, sit back and browse the pages of our wonderful new look magazine.

We’d love your feedback and you can email the Essence team directly. See our details below.

Photo: Brian High Front cover: The annual Caroline Bay Rock & Hop is on March 13-16 with an amazing array of classic cars, bikes, and caravans from across New Zealand congregating in Timaru.

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Business Snippets PLENTY TO CELEBRATE AT THE RINGMAKERS Well-known Timaru jewellery store, The Ringmakers, celebrate their 40th year in business this year.

Co-owner Aimee White tells us there will be some special themed giveaways and promos to look out for later in the year. They also had a great finish to 2024 with jeweller and co-owner, Brent White, being awarded his Master Jewellery Certification from the Jewellery Industry Registration Board of New Zealand.

Anyone who has seen some of Brent’s amazing unique jewellery won’t be surprised – but it has been great for him to receive recognition from industry colleagues, says Aimee.

New Start at The Aigantighe The Aigantighe Art Gallery, in Timaru, recently reopened its House Gallery after completion of a two-year project to strengthen and refurbish the 118-year-old, category 2 heritage listed building. The House Gallery had closed in 2017 following a seismic assessment but had a celebration in December last year to mark the reopening. The newly renovated building has been brought up to code, with its heritage features restored, and new climate control and fire suppression systems installed.

For more information and to check out the current and upcoming exhibitions, visit www.aigantighe.co.nz.

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It is a South Canterbury tale that has it all – murder, betrayal, lust and even a chimpanzee capable of matching its owner drink for drink.

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The group of doctors who decided Kitty Hall was being poisoned.

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he murder of Captain Henry Cain and the attempted murder of his step-daughter Kitty Hall would make a tremendous movie.

In his book, Vile Crimes, Peter Graham sets the scene perfectly: “On a drizzly Monday morning 16 August, 1886 the inhabitants of Timaru woke to the astounding news, Tom Hall junior, a well-known local businessman and man about town, had been arrested

for attempting to murder his wife Kitty by poisoning.

Also charged was Meg Houston, Kitty Hall’s lady-help. It was the most shocking thing that had ever happened in Timaru if not in the whole country.”

“It was a national scandal,” says South Canterbury Museum Curator, Tony Rippin “Captain Cain was one of the founding members of Timaru - he was Timaru’s second mayor.

“Thomas Hall was found guilty of attempted murder of Kitty his wife by poisoning with antimony and then they realised Captain Cain had died in very similar circumstances and he was found to have evidence of antimony poisoning when his body was exhumed,” Rippin said.

At the time, Timaru had a population of about 3000.

Tom Hall was considered charm personified.

He was handsome and the life of the party, always impeccably dressed making the rounds with his soup-strainer moustache.

On the other hand Kitty was described as pleasantly plump, happy-go-lucky, dowdy and untidy. In his book Graham described her as someone who, “laughed and giggled over everything and was never put out. In the house she was hopeless without a maid”.

Kitty was the younger step-daughter to Captain Cain. After the death of her mother in 1878, she and her sister Ellis were the heiresses to Cain’s valuable land trusts. It’s thought she was 24 or 25 whilst Tom was 37.

Tom’s parents were also prominent in their own right and until just before the pair married in 1885 had lived in Elloughton Grange, one of the standout homes in the district.

Captain Cain did not initially approve of Tom and did not attend their wedding in May 1885.

He was not impressed with Hall’s interest in the land trusts.

But marriage was said to transform Kitty and she started to dress in the latest fashions and by October 1885 was pregnant. Also noted for their fashion sense was the couple’s housemaid Meg Houston.

In November Kitty started experiencing vomiting attacks which were thought to be much more than morning sickness. At the time Tom was said to be very concerned and played the role of the loving, attentive husband.

By then he and Cain had reconciled their differences. In 1885 Cain was retired and Tom would drop in on his way to the office and on his way home. He would always insist on talking to his father in law on his own.

Then one night during a dinner, a guest recalled Cain being violently ill. The captain complained of an incredible thirst and his doctor Pat McIntyre prescribed champagne.

An eccentric, McIntyre had a pet chimpanzee who would sit by him during dinner and match him glass for glass.

On 29 January, 1886, Cain died and his death certificate showed he had dropsy and kidney disease.

Kitty recovered from the mystery illness and their son Nigel was born in June 1886 but days later Kitty began experiencing vomiting attacks again.

She was also attended to by Dr McIntyre.

He was baffled by her illness and remembered her experiencing similar symptoms six months earlier, and just like her father she had an unquenchable thirst.

On 12 August a group of doctors convened to discuss Kitty’s case. They suspected

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poisoning poisoning and and aa sample sample confirmed confirmed antimony antimony poisoning. poisoning. By

By Sunday Sunday 15 15 August, August, Kitty Kitty was was in in aa critical critical state, state, Dr Dr McIntyre McIntyre went went to to the the police police and and said said he he suspected suspected Tom Tom Hall Hall was was behind behind the the poisoning. poisoning. The The same same day, day, police police arrived arrived at at the the Hall’s Hall’s Woodlands Woodlands home home and and arrested arrested Tom. Tom. The The timing timing was was phenomenal. phenomenal.

On On the the chest chest of of drawers drawers in in Kitty’s Kitty’s bedroom bedroom was was aa brandy brandy bottle bottle laced laced with with aa deadly deadly poison poison while while Tom Tom himself himself had had aa lethal lethal dose dose of of powder powder in in his his pocket. pocket. Most Most telling telling was was the the book book on on poisons poisons found found by

by Tom’s Tom’s bed bed which which fell fell open open on on the the page page about about antimony. antimony.

Hall Hall was was quick quick to to defend defend his his alleged alleged lover, lover, the the maid maid Meg Meg Houston, Houston, stating, stating, “Whatever “Whatever II did did in in this this matter, matter, II did did alone. alone. There There was was no no second second person person involved. involved. Miss Miss Houston Houston had had nothing nothing to to do do with with this.” this.”

Due Due to to the the similarities similarities in in Cain’s Cain’s death death his his body body was was exhumed exhumed and and evidence evidence of of antimony antimony poisoning poisoning discovered. discovered.

Both Both Tom Tom and and Meg Meg were were charged charged with with the the attempted attempted poisoning poisoning of of Kitty.

Kitty. On On 11 11 October, October, 1886 1886 Meg Meg was was cleared cleared but but Tom Tom was was found found guilty. guilty.

He He had had stood stood to to receive receive £6000 £6000 in in insurances insurances had had Kitty Kitty died. died.

He He was was also also charged charged with with the the murder murder of of Cain Cain and and initially initially found found guilty. guilty. But But then then his his conviction conviction was was quashed quashed when when the the court court of of appeal appeal found found the the evidence evidence of of Kitty’s Kitty’s poisoning poisoning was was inadmissible. inadmissible. He He was was released released for for her her attempted attempted poisoning poisoning in in 1907.

1907.

“After “After Hall Hall got got out out of of jail jail he he scarpered scarpered off off to to Australia Australia and and changed changed his his name. name. Despite Despite divorcing divorcing him him and and no no longer longer having having any any ties ties with with Hall, Hall, when when Kitty Kitty died died she she still still left left money money to to him,” him,” Rippin Rippin said. said.

In In Queensland Queensland where where he he started started aa new new life life he he was was known known as as Paul Paul Newstead, Newstead, he he died died on on 10 10 August, August, 1925, 1925, having having made made it it to to the the age age of of 81.

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Customers of NOVUS Glass South Canterbury are well on their way to donating over $10,000 to Hospice South Canterbury via NOVUS’ fundraising courtesy car initiative.

Introduced Introduced last last year year as as aa way way of of meeting meeting customers’ customers’ needs needs whilst whilst giving giving back back to to the the local local community, community, the the NOVUS NOVUS Glass Glass South South Canterbury Canterbury courtesy courtesy car car is is hired hired out out at at aa cost cost of of $20 $20 per per half half day day with with all all proceeds proceeds going going to to Hospice Hospice South South Canterbury.

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The The initiative initiative has has been been so so popular popular that that aa second second courtesy courtesy vehicle vehicle has has been been introduced. introduced.

“We’ve “We’ve now now got got two two cars cars out out most most days,” days,” explains explains NOVUS NOVUS Glass Glass South South Canterbury Canterbury owner owner Ben Ben Ryland.

Ryland. “It’s “It’s been been popular popular –– especially especially with with customers customers who who come come from from Twizel Twizel or or Waimate.

Waimate. It It means means they they can can take take the the car car and and spend spend the the day day shopping shopping in in town, town, or or have have aa way way to to return return home home for for the the night night before before they they come come back back to to collect collect their their vehicle.” vehicle.” ““It really minimises the inconvenience for our customers, and the feedback we’re getting is that people are happy to pay for the vehicle because they know it’s going to Hospice South Canterbury.”

When When launching launching the the first first car car in in July July 2024, 2024, Ben Ben and and his his wife wife Leoma Leoma hoped hoped they they might might be be able able to to raise raise $10,000 $10,000 per per year year for for Hospice.

Hospice. Having Having doubled doubled their their courtesy courtesy fleet, fleet, and and with with $40-$80 $40-$80 coming coming in in each each day, day, the the couple couple are are well well on on their their way way to to raising raising more more than than their their initial initial target. target.

Hospice Hospice South South Canterbury Canterbury Events Events and and Marketing Marketing Manager Manager Kim Kim Rogers Rogers says says the the donations donations from from NOVUS NOVUS Glass Glass South South Canterbury Canterbury are are very very much much appreciated. appreciated.

“This “This year, year, Hospice Hospice needs needs to to raise raise over over $2 $2 million million to to enable enable us us to to keep keep providing providing the the services services we we do do here here in in South South Canterbury.

Canterbury. Ben Ben and and Leoma’s Leoma’s regular regular donation donation is is hugely hugely appreciated appreciated as as it it all all helps helps towards towards this this goal,” goal,” said said Kim. Kim. The The NOVUS NOVUS Glass Glass South South Canterbury Canterbury courtesy courtesy cars cars are are available available to to hire hire for for all all NOVUS NOVUS customers, customers, on on aa first-in first-in basis. basis. Bookings Bookings for for the the cars cars should should be be made made at at the the time time of of booking booking your your car car in. in.

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•• Zest Zest and and juice juice of of 11 lemon lemon •• 200g 200g feta feta •• 3/4 3/4 cup cup Greek Greek yoghurt yoghurt •• 11 cup cup mixed mixed herbs herbs (basil, (basil, parsley parsley and and mint) mint) •• Mint Mint leaves leaves & & purple purple cress cress for for garnish garnish

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2. Blend Blend feta, feta, yoghurt yoghurt and and lemon lemon zest zest in in aa food food processor processor until until smooth. smooth. With With the the motor motor running, running, drizzle drizzle in in 22 Tbsp Tbsp of of the the olive olive oil. oil. Refrigerate Refrigerate until until ready ready to to use. use.

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20th Anniversary of Relay For Life The Southern Cancer Society is gearing up for this year’s Relay For Life, which will mark the event’s 20th anniversary in the region. Set to be held on Saturday, 8 March at Temuka’s Opihi College, the 20-hour event is an opportunity for the South Canterbury community to acknowledge and remember those who have endured, or are enduring, a cancer journey, whilst also raising crucial funds for the Cancer Society.

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he event, which runs from 12pm Saturday to 8am Sunday, comprises teams whose members take turns to walk or run laps of the track for the entire 20 hours. Each team fundraises prior to the event, contributing to this year’s fundraising goal of $110,000.

“Whilst Relay For Life is a fundraising event it is also an opportunity for us to create awareness in our community and to

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celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer,” explains South Community Manager Tracey Barratt.

“Each team keeps their baton moving around the track symbolising our unstoppable fight against cancer.

“We start the day with the celebration lap which is led by those who had or have cancer and the loving people who care for them. We also have the candle lighting ceremony to honour those who had or have cancer, and remember those we’ve lost.

“We invite all members of the community who have been impacted by cancer to join our teams in the celebration ceremony, candle lighting ceremony and to take to the track to support each other.”

Tracey, who is gearing up for her sixth Relay For Life, says it’s the community aspect of this incredible event that makes it so special.

“This is a community-led event. There is something really special about South Canterbury. Our community is small enough to be connected, but big enough to make amazing things happen.”

Tracey adds that all funds raised through the South Canterbury Relay For Life stay within the local community to support South Canterbury families impacted by cancer.

The Southern Cancer Society services a population of over 60,000 people, providing support for cancer patients and their families in Timaru, Temuka, Geraldine, Pleasant Point, Fairlie, Tekapo, Twizel, Waimate and all the small towns in between.

“One in three of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime,” says Tracey.

“So this event is for everyone; whether we are celebrating, remembering, or fighting back, we all have a part to play in creating awareness of cancer, its impact on whānau in our community and the support the Cancer Society provides.”

With registrations rolling in and funds clocking up, the Southern Cancer Society team are expecting a sensational turnout for the event, but encourage more entries.

“We know this is a really busy weekend in South Canterbury, so we’re thrilled that so many people have opted to commit to

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Not in South Canterbury? North Canterbury Relay For Life is being held in Kaiapoi for the first time, at the Kaiapoi Rugby Football Club on 5th April from 10am to 10pm. Register at www.relayforlife.org.nz/signup.

Looking Back…

Twenty years ago, the South Canterbury community was introduced to the Relay For Life for the first time. Then Manager for the South Canterbury Cancer Society, Gabrielle Hall remembers the success of the first event fondly.

“I was responsible for introducing the RelayFor Life to South Canterbury, along with my colleague Kate Johnson (nee McFarlane) and an amazing team of volunteers.

“The community really got on board with it. We went from introducing a concept that nobody had a clue about, to having 1156 registered people in 92 teams. It was phenomenal!”

That first year, 2005, the event raised a staggering $144,000 for the Cancer Society.

“I think the event really appealed to people as it was totally new and so different to anything else at the time. It was an all night event back then, and that intrigued people. The fact that the event also touches the three facets of ‘celebrate’, ‘remember’ and ‘fight back’ also holds huge appeal for the community as almost everyone has a connection to one of those facets.”

Gabrielle was involved in every local Relay For Life up until 2016, and oversaw key changes like switching the event from a biennial to an annual event, and taking it to smaller South Canterbury towns to engage people from all across the region.

Whilst every event was different, one of the stand-out things for her was the youth involvement. “South Canterbury youth, particularly the high school kids, loved it as an event. For them it was an all night party, but with a purpose. They really got the purpose of it and got in behind it.”

Gabrielle is thrilled that the event is still going strong 20 years down the line, and urges people to sign up for the 20th anniversary South Canterbury Relay For Life. “Go and experience an amazing event!”

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Relay For Life to show their support to those impacted by cancer.

We would love to see more registrations from across our community, so grab your colleagues, friends, neighbours and whānau and register a team! Everyone is welcome, even if you just want to pop on down to support those registered or simply take a moment to reflect on how you have been impacted by cancer.”

Visit relayforlife.org.nz/o/2025-temuka-relay to register or find out more, or call 03 688 0124 to chat with the Southern Cancer Society team.

“Come and join us for something special!”

History of Relay For Life Relay For Life is a global movement to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. It started in the early 1980s in the USA when surgeon, Dr Gordy Klatt, set out to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

Incorporating his love of marathon-running, Dr Klatt pledged to run around a university running track for 24 hours, with donors invited to contribute $25 to spend half an hour walking or running alongside him. He hoped that the gruelling effort involved in his run would highlight the energy and tenacity seen by his patients enduring cancer treatment.

After 24 hours and 133 kilometres, Dr Klatt completed his mission, raising $27,000 in the process. The following year, Dr Klatt invited and inspired others to join him, creating a relay event with 19 teams that raised over $30,000.

Forty years on, Relay For Life is now a global movement taking place in 31 countries, and has raised over $6 billion towards the fight against cancer.

Key South Canterbury Relay For Life Moments 2005: First Relay For Life, Caroline Bay, Timaru 2009: Highest amount of funds raised: $276,000 2009: Most teams entered: 150 2011: Event becomes annual 2012: Event takes place in Twizel – first time outside of Timaru 2021: Virtual event due to COVID-19 2025: 20th anniversary event, Temuka

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“Talk about renovating an old home and people will often throw their hands up in horror,” says Judy Bagrie. She’s not wrong – renovation horror stories are all too easy to find. But when Alan Cone and Judy moved into a somewhat dilapidated limestone cottage in the mid-1980s, such stories didn’t deter them, instead they got to work straight away.

T “Striped wallpapers, richly coloured paint schemes and floor-toceiling velvet drapes combine in a way that is sympathetic to the history of the house.”

he cottage, originally built in 1903 as a farmhouse, had fallen into disrepair over the years and when Alan had bought it (as part of the larger farm) – there was a dead possum and some leftover hay bales stored in it. Whilst Alan was farming and Judy was working in nearby Timaru – these self-confessed ‘active relaxers’ still found time to renovate.

“Alan always had great faith in the house,” says Judy. “It was so solid and so well built.”

One of the first projects they embarked on was bringing more light into the home. Windows on the north side of the house were removed and replaced with French doors, not only letting light flow in but also giving smoother indoor/outdoor flow. In some areas, such as the bathroom, they also installed skylights to really harness that natural daylight.

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But modern comforts don’t mean this is an old shell with a jarring modern interior – Judy and Alan have renovated the cottage slowly over the years, with a deep sympathy for its historic roots. Tongue and groove ceilings, lovingly restored fireplaces and dado rails remain in place and other pieces and additions have been carefully chosen to be in keeping.

The etched glass light fitting hanging over the dining room table was spotted in a jewellery shop window in Christchurch. The couple knew it was just what they needed for the dining room. “I think he wanted us to buy a watch, but we wanted the light from his display cabinet,” recalls Judy with a laugh. A deal was struck and the light now takes pride of place above the dining table, which incidentally was a secondhand set bought in Dunsandel many years ago.

Elsewhere, a 14lb trout that Alan caught is mounted on a piece of driftwood, a memory of a great day fishing. Where? Well, no fisherman gives away his secrets.

Judy and Alan have renovated the cottage slowly over the years, with a deep sympathy for its historic roots. Tongue and groove ceilings, lovingly restored fireplaces and dado rails remain in place and other pieces and additions have been carefully chosen to be in keeping.

The couple have done most of the work themselves, including the interior décor. “We just do what we think is right,“ says Judy.

“Some colours can be too light, too harsh or make a room feel too cold, and I do think with older houses, the walls often are not completely flat, so white can just be too harsh.”

Striped wallpapers, richly coloured paint schemes and floor-to-ceiling velvet drapes combine in a way that is sympathetic to the history of the house. It’s fun, interesting and elegant all at the same time.

Outside under the north facing verandah, a pair of wicker chairs and a coffee table create the couple’s favourite spot. It’s here that they can often be found sitting and contemplating the wonderful home they have created. And with a new project and new home to move to in town – it can be bittersweet. Judy is honest - leaving the home will be a wrench, she says.

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It’s easy to see why, they have invested much of themselves in this beautiful setting. Judy and Alan are not afraid to get their hands dirty. What was originally a paddock with just three trees, says Judy, is now a beautiful garden.

Adjoining the house a large barbecue and outdoor seating area gets plenty of use, particularly in the summer months when the couple eat outside “all the time”.

“There are Not long after they moved in Alan created a pond in what was a towering muddy, problematic area of the garden. Today it is alive with plantings trees, bursts all around and a flock of well-fed ducks paddle past great green islands of water lilies. There are towering trees, bursts of colour and of colour a rich tapestry of textures. But not long after they had completed and a rich the garden, in 1987, a flood washed through – covered everything in tapestry of a layer of silt and washed other plants down the road. Undeterred, textures.” the couple retrieved the plants, removed the silt and got the garden growing again.

“There’s nothing like doing it yourself,” says Judy. “And they just don’t build houses like this anymore.”

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Photo: Brian High

Welcome to Caroline Bay Rock & Hop 2025!

Caroline Bay Rock & Hop was a winner in our local 2024 Business Excellence awards, taking home the Supporting Local and People’s Choice Project Recognition awards.

These awards recognise our awesome event and the value it brings to our community.

We have another fun-filled and exciting event for you this year, packed with all the things you love and have enjoyed in previous years. Something new for you in 2025 is a Nog and Natter and BBQ to be held on Thursday 13 March after Laps at Levels in the Car Club rooms. So, after your classic car cruise around the track stay back and have a wee drink and a chat, sharing your stories of the day.

Our Gala Day is once again packed with cars, music, food, dancing, shopping and fun. This year we have a group of combined Rock and Roll clubs organising Rock and Roll dance demonstrations, so pop along check out some new dance moves and strut them at a Saturday night dance.

Sunday Cruise this year is to Waimate and Bushtown. Bushtown is a site depicting the early settler and bushman era. See a sawmill driven by traction engine, giant big log display, miniature rail train, and so much more. Entry is $10 per vehicle and can be purchased from our Rock & Hop ticketing site.

Enjoy your time at Caroline Bay in Timaru at Rock & Hop 2025, and remember, all funds raised go to your Hospice.

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9am Gates open for Laps at levels 4pm Laps at Levels finishes 4.30pm Nogg & Natter at the Car Clubrooms Levels

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9am Gates open at Marine Parade Entrance 11am Geraldine NZ cruise leaves Caroline Bay 2pm Geraldine NZ cruise returns to Timaru 3pm Cars park up at Caroline Bay for the Cruise 5pm Temuka “Rock & Stop” street party starts 5.30pm Timaru District Council Main Streets Cruise starts 7.30pm Doors open at the Caroline Bay Hall for the Timpany Walton Lawyers “It’s in the Bag” fun night

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7.30am Gates open at Caroline Bay for vehicles to park up for the day 10am Band “The Groove” start playing, stalls open. Gala Day begins 10am Voting for Participant and People’s Choice opens 10am Children’s Nexus Scavenger Hunt begins 10am Rock & Roll dance demonstrations 12pm Funky Fashion Parade 12.30pm Best Dressed Entrants report to the Bay Hall 12.30pm Band “The Drama Queens” perform 1pm Prejudging of the Best Dressed Competition 1.30pm Voting for Participant and People’s Choice closes.

Scavenger Hunt Closes 1.55pm Nexus Scavenger Hunt Winners announced 2pm Best Dressed Competition parade and prize giving 2.30pm “The Drama Queens” continue 3pm Mitre 10 Mega Challenge live 3.15pm Car Winners announced, trophies presented 3.45pm MTF Raffle Drawn 3.50pm $10,000 Grand Prize Lucky Ticket draw live 4pm Gala Day finishes 7pm “Rock Your Socks Off” party with SweetAzz II in the Caroline Bay Hall

Way Back in 2017…

The first ever Caroline Bay Rock & Hop event was held in 2017 and in a few short years it has become a key event on the calendar. This year they celebrate their ninth birthday and if you think the maths doesn’t add up – you’re right, they had to cancel the event in 2020 and 2022 due to Covid.

The event started life as a fundraiser for Hospice South Canterbury and was a weekend festival with a nostalgic 50s/60s theme. The first time round in 2017, it attracted over 600 classic cars that cruised the streets of Timaru. This year, the number of cars registered is approaching 1000, there are over 100 stalls and the event itself has extended to become a four day extravaganza that kicks off on Thursday with cruises at the Levels Raceway.

The last Rock & Hop in 2024, raised just over $175,000 for Hospice South Canterbury and if this year’s event tops that the organising committee will be very happy. So, whether you register your classic car, head down to the Gala day or shop up a storm at the stalls – remember this is all for a great cause!

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