Marlborough Magazine August 2021

AUGUST 2021

Bold & Beautiful

MOVIE

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PLUS: Tasman Mako hungry for action | Working nine to five: Marlburians talk job satisfaction

AUGUST 2021

Contents Features 11–13

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MAKING MOVIE MAGIC Marlborough Film Festival is back and giving locals a chance to shine ON THE JOB What makes people choose the job they do?

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MAKO PREPARE FOR THREE-PEAT What makes the country’s newest union its best union?

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Letters to Live By

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On the Street

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My Home

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Gardening

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What’s On

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Social Pages

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Recipe

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Editor’s Note

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ho doesn’t love settling down for a good movie? Soft seats, low lighting, popcorn at the ready and a drink in hand, ah, bliss.

Being transported to another world for a while is a great way to relax and it feels even better when you can also support local.

We are lucky in Marlborough that we really do punch above our weight when it comes to movies. There is a thriving film industry here that gives people the

chance to see their movies on the big screen while fostering the very cool talent we have here.

The Random Directions Film Project will be showcasing local film makers and in this month’s edition of the Marlborough Magazine we look at just why that matters to so many people and how it got started.

I can’t wait to see what they’ve come up with. Oh, and make mine a large popcorn please

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to live by Steve Austin is Marlborough Heritage Trust executive director and keeper of community memories. He hopes his future self will remember the pivotal moments where passion and commitment paid off.

Dear Steve,

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emember, Marlborough offers us all space to be brilliant. Our ambitions for heritage must be well understood – what we are doing and why we are doing it. But this must be combined with perseverance if the potential is to be realised.

I hope you will be able to continue to look back and identify moments when perseverance and passion enabled our longterm goals to bear fruit. The politics of heritage (it is very vulnerable to being exploited for personal and political gain), and resource constraints within the heritage sector, mean that it is not for the faint hearted.

Motivation and determination need to be sustained over time. Heritage work is often a team marathon rather than an individual sprint.

With renewed interest from Kiwi visitors, and more teaching of our history in schools, we have a bright future.

I first came to Marlborough Museum to use the research facilities in 2004 and become the first museum professional employed here in 2006. It was obvious that the archives and museum had a lot of potential but there is a long journey from recognising potential to getting traction for the transformation to take place.

A clearly defined strategy for heritage is essential for community museums to thrive and find their place with all

the other heritage offerings of a region, it stops petty politics and the personalities distracting from the main tasks.

Developing the relevance of the museum to people who may not necessarily have family roots to the area is an important consideration. Museums are the memory of a community, collections need to be cared for properly but they also need to be accessible, and this balance is one that is always a challenge.

Museums are part of the service sector, and this year we have been heartened by the recent interest in the redevelopment of the Edwin Fox site in the context of the visitor economy.

The Edwin Fox has huge potential as a national heritage icon, and an internationally significant artefact, to become a real hero of Picton heritage tourism, the Marlborough visitor economy, and the poster child for Picton maritime heritage.

Heritage, and investment in it, is essential for community pride and regional branding. Knowing our roots inspires us through the tough times, but this is also an important part of the essence of heritage tourism, strategic investment in heritage, and sustainable development.

Over the coming decades, I also hope to celebrate gains for our natural history. I am really looking forward to the coming decades which promise so much.

Best wishes,

Steve

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On set of Random Directions group project sponsored by Screen Marlborough.

Making movie magic The Random Directions Film Project is paving the way for grassroot film makers in Marlborough.

Paula Hulburt finds out what makes the festival a standout attraction.

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owering stalks of corn brush against their backs as the muggy air sticks T-shirts to skin. A man dressed in black robes with a fake golden beard stands with his head bowed, listening to the director. The camera man is still, perfectly poised to shoulder the weight of the tools of his trade as he waits for shooting to start.

Filming is underway at Marlborough’s Omaka Maize Maze location the chosen location for an adventure film challenge which helped showcase the talents of some of the region’s most talented film makers.

For many, work on the 13 films being showcased at Blenheim’s Event Cinemas at the end of the month began years earlier.

It starts as a quick sliver of a thought, gossamer thin and flimsy. Over time, the idea grows, becomes stronger, sparks into life and takes on a definite shape. Such is the creative process, explains Phil McKinnon, creator of the Random Directions Film Project.

While the film makers themselves come from a variety of different backgrounds and have a wide range of skills, the initial ideas are all born from imagination, he says.

“Film makers come in all shapes and sizes, all levels of skills from first time movie makers to career driven film makers, which creates a massive variety within the films being made in Blenheim.

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James Mitchell and Phil McKinnon on set of Random Directions Round 1 Film ‘The Maid in the Meadow’ by James Mitchell.

“The one thing these film makers all have in common is their passion and that deserves to be celebrated.”

This open-minded approach has helped many local film makers get out there and give it ago, creating their first short film via the project and bring their films to the big screen.

Be it good, bad or even ugly, all short films made via this project will get their time to shine, Phil explains.

“Random Directions is not your run of the mill film festival, it’s the lighter side of film making, avoiding films made for the masses and aiming for a more imaginative, quirky, anything goes approach.”

It was a wish to help foster film talent and imagination that saw Phil and wife Amy McKinnon start Random Directions in 2017.

“It’s really a project made by the people, for the people,” explains Phil. “Film making in Marlborough had been around for a while but we felt something was missing, people were starting to lack motivation and inspiration.

“So, we did the obvious thing and we asked people how they felt and what they wanted when it came to local film making.

They wanted something different, they wanted to be able to make films without the judgment and without pressure that often comes with submitting films to film festivals. They still wanted to be able to come together at the end and view their films together.”

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So, The Random Directions Film Project was born; encouraging budding movie makers to create a short film based around a theme to a piece of music they must use in their film - referred to as a Random Direction.

“When we first started out, we had no idea how popular this concept would be within the Blenheim Film Making community,” enthuses Phil. “There were 19 people drawing in the first year with the goal to create a short film via the project.”

Local filmmaker James Mitchell says the group has helped put enjoyment back into the process.

“Over the last few years, Random Directions has been a great way to be creative with a fantastic and diverse group of people.

“The idea is that filmmaking should be a fun atmosphere and enjoyment on set is as important as the joy of seeing the finished film for the first time.

“I’ve been involved with Random Directions since its inception and highly recommend it as the best way to get involved with creative filmmakers here in Marlborough.”

The 2021 Film Festival will showcase 13 locally made short movies created over the last two years via the Random Directions Film Project and local comedy group Skitz on Screen.

All 13 films having been created and filmed in Marlborough-

by-Marlborough movie makers.

“It’s very exciting and humbling to be in our 4th year, heading into our 5th, and to now be showcasing these Marlborough made movies publicly for everyone to enjoy,” smiles Phil.

He laughs as he remembers the first screening at the Marlborough Museum and shakes his head ruefully.

“We ran our first screening of films made via Round One of the film project privately, for film makers only, in 2018 at the Marlborough Museum with quite a few setbacks and sound difficulties on our end.”

From coping with sound problems to screening around COVID-19 alert levels, the film industry can be fraught.

But it is the overwhelming sense of fun and achievement which makes it all worthwhile for Phil.

“So we have come a long way having had our first public screening at Event Cinemas last year here in Blenheim during Level 2 and the support from the locals was great so we are really looking forward to our first public, COVID free festival.

“I think the films we will be screening this year are the most random yet with a lot of laughs and fun to be had.”

On set of Random Directions Round 3 Film '18' by Amy Bain. Photo: Supplied

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James Mitchell and Phil McKinnon on set of Random Directions Round 2 Film The Lost door stories by Haidee Collins

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Steam Incorporated’s Danny Greene will be one of the steam locomotive drivers at the heart of a new heritage train journey. Inspired by Sir Edmund Hillary, the new venture, which will get underway in March 2022, will take passengers on a 13-day journey of the South Island.

How long have you been a driver and what path did you take to become one?

Forty-one years, my father saw an advert for drivers. I remember it said something along the lines of “be one of the few people to see the dawn over the horizon whilst being responsible for carrying some of the most precious freight.”

The heritage engines are special, how does it feel to drive one?

It’s a privilege, these engines are preserved really well, keeping the essence of what they were back in the day with some modern safety equipment under the hood.

What are the most important skills needed to work with the older engines?

Understanding how they operate and learn how to get the most out of the machine whilst not working them too hard.

These 100-year-old locos don’t have any warning lights or buzzers, you really need to keep your eye on the ball and your ear to the ground.

What view do you never tire off?

My favourite stretch of line would have to be between Pines and Kaikoura it is a breath-taking section of track. Travelling through the numerous tunnels whilst being right on the coast is impressive.

The engines are very striking, do you get a lot of attention when you’re driving and how do you normally respond?

Driving modern trains gathers the attention of young ones and rail enthusiasts however, when you step onto the foot plate of a Steam locomotive like Ab 608 everyone stops and waves and of course I wouldn’t be doing my job if I didn’t give them a toot and a wave back. Seeing everyone get such a massive buzz out of what we do makes the job really special.

What engine is your personal favourite and why?

Da 1410 would have to be my favourite, although not a Steam loco it was built in 1955 so is still very much heritage, it’s fitted with a steam engine style brake whilst still having the horsepower and comfort of a modern locomotive so I guess you could say I enjoy taking a break from the Steam engine for some extra horsepower and comfort every now and then.

Ab 608 would have to be a close second.

Can you tell us one fact about the engines you drive that most people won’t know?

Ab 608 is the locomotive I drive the most in recent times. In 1929 it was named “Passchendaele” to commemorate the railwaymen that we lost during the battle of Passchendaele.

To the best of my knowledge, it was the only locomotive that received an official name whilst in NZR service.

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On the job Working is a fact of life for many Marlburians, but why do we choose the jobs we have and what makes them special? Christine McNeil finds out.

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In the swim of things

A matter of pride

As a child, Kayley Wiffen spent hours splashing about in the pools at Stadium 2000 while her older sister trained in water sports. For the now lifeguard, it was the start of a special bond with the complex and its people.

Mike Johnston from Tyreland had wanted to be a pilot but had to change course to support a young family.

Self-described people person Kayley loves her job. “I did grow up here. I got to swim and be in the water quite a bit,” she explains.

Employed as a lifeguard where a keen eye, and strong swimming skills are a must, Kayley can carry out rescue techniques, and is First Aid certified. She is also trained to understand and carry out the technical aspects of pool water testing and safety check procedures for the steam rooms, sauna, and spa.

Given the opportunity to teach swim school, Kayley finds it ‘very, very, rewarding, and fun’. She says, ‘I had another wee boy float for the first time by himself today; I was really, really proud’.

Kayley’s passion and enthusiasm for her job are clear, whether it is keeping the community safe, or interacting with her swim school charges. What Kayley most appreciates, is her supportive work environment. “They really care about us employees, they always try to push us forward to be our best.”

Kayley Wiffen

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What has been a loss to aviation, is undoubtedly a gain for the automotive industry as listening to him talk about his work, his obvious sense of enjoyment, passion and ambition, he clearly enjoys what he does. Established in 1998 the business now supports seven staff. Nobody came past Main Street in the early days, Matt explains, ‘it felt like the Bronx, back then.

Today, it feels like we’re in the greater CBD’.

With an established commercial clientele in the viticulture industry, the past few years has seen the business pivot towards increasing retail sales opportunities. It’s a competitive environment: ‘Blenheim has 27 or 28 tyre dealers’ Mike says, ever humble about his success.

Part of a country-wide co-operative, Mike uses his business knowledge to support the group. ‘‘I’m heavily involved with the Board of Directors, who work to embed standards of practice, refine customer engagement practices and raise the profile of the tyre industry,” he explains.

Mike Johnston

Not just book smart

Groomed to perfection

Nestled in the pages of the thousands of books lining the shelves, countless worlds wait to be discovered. The library has long been a lure for readers and information seekers, but a revolution of sorts is taking place- quietly of course.

Her hair falls in small curls over her ears, glossy and knot free but Sue McManaway’s latest client isn’t interested in admiring her new look, she’s spotted her owner and is excited to leave.

Community Engagement Coordinator with Marlborough District Council Duncan Mackenzie is a man on a mission; to boost visitor numbers and make the Marlborough libraries the social hubs he believes they can be.

Responsible for identifying groups that do not generally use the library, Duncan says his job is about listening rather than telling. To date, reaching out into the community has seen Duncan engage with educationalists, students, and viticulture representatives.

Speaking to the diverse demographic of people that live in Marlborough, Duncan sees the region’s libraries as vital community assets. Activities that encourage community get - togethers are already underway in Picton. In Blenheim staff are looking forward to having more adaptable spaces when the new library is completed.

Duncan says the library is not just ‘a big communal bookshelf’; the use of technology has transformed the ways in which people are now able to engage.

Whether it is learning how to print in 3D, interacting with programmable robots, or accessing the extensive range of online international newspapers and magazines, the library offers interesting opportunities for everyone, he says.

Treating her furry clients as if they were her own and making sure every tail is wagging has helped trained veterinary nurse Sally McManaway make the most of her talents.

Moving next door from Alabama Vets in Blenheim to set up Sally’s Grooming in 1998, Sally called on family and industry mentors to help develop her skills.

Starting off with two or three clients a week, Sally says she deals mostly with dogs, some cats, and even the odd rabbit.

From humble beginnings she has worked hard to grow the business which means so much to her.

Most of the animals she cares for are repeat clients and with a reputation for achieving grooming success with ‘dogs that no-one else will touch’, Sally is proud of all she has done.

But, she says, it takes more than knowing about shampoos and conditioners. As well as keeping an eye on their wellbeing, Sally aims to make sure each animal enjoys their pamper time.

Sally is now passing that knowledge on, giving her a great sense of pride to see staff progressing and growing in confidence. Its not just a job, it’s a labour of love, she explains.

Duncan, a willing Marlborough advocate, is using his people skills and community networks to deliver a great library experience for everyone. “Being able to make better things happen for our community, for me, that’s a great thing,” he grins.

Duncan Mackenzie

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ON THE STREET CBD Eatery co-owner Tania Godsall knows how to make a good impression and prefers to make her own rules when it comes to fashion.

What are you wearing today?

Boxhill pants, green shoes, black t shirt and my Ruby and Rain colourful long top/jacket; dressy and casual. My earrings are from Infinite Love.

Do you have a usual style?

Funky casual, with funky earrings and makeup, and cool shoes.

What item do you have the most of in your wardrobe?

Shoes, earrings and dresses.

What looks or trends do you like now?

I love colour, I do my own thing as I’m not really a trend follower.

Where do you buy most of your clothes?

Lots of places from all over NZ: McCraes, Red Hot Fashions in Blenheim, Evolve in Picton, lots of places in Christchurch and Chillis in Timaru. I have an awesome friend Chontelle who owns The Cottage in Tauranga and I love her clothes.

What is your favourite all time buy?

My red and white dress from Robe, and my Helga May linen dresses, they are the best in the Marlborough summer.

Worst clothing disaster?

Never buy when you’re having a bad day, you think you look good in something only to get it home and think, what on earth was I thinking? Shop when you’re happy!

What’s a wardrobe staple everyone should invest in?

Black or dark blue dress, something flowy and comfy heels.

Which celebrity’s sense of style do you admire?

Iris Apfel, she is 94 years old and wears whatever she wants and looks great doing it. I love people who live life to the beat of their own drum as they say!

Finish this sentence. You would never catch me wearing… anything yellow.

GEMMA BARTLETT

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Michael and Jess Rea with Evie and Hugo let us take a look at their stunning Blenheim home. Photos: Ruth Thompson Photography.

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Well-known Marlborough real estate salesman Michael Rea and wife Jess Rea help other people find their dream homes.

Here they give us a look into what makes their own spacious family home so special.

Where is your home and who lives here, and how long have you lived here?

Our home is in the Boulevard on Taylor subdivision. Michael, Jess, daughter Evie and son Hugo, Lockie the dog, Misty the cat, Sparkle the fish and her friends. We moved in just under a year ago.

What four words would you use to describe your home?

Contemporary, comfortable, spacious and carefully considered.

What inspired this look?

We both have large families so wanted plenty of room to accommodate dinners, events and visiting friends. There is something calming about clean lines and neutral colours with a touch of moody darks that we enjoy.

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What do you love about the neighbourhood where you live?

Being on the doorstep of the Wither Hills, the park a few doors down and the Taylor River Walkway borders our section.

We are fortunate to have great views East and West. The neighbours are lovely and the neighbourhood is well presented.

What piece would you never part with?

We aren’t too sentimental about the furniture or belongings. Photos and our memory boxes will always go with us.

What’s your favourite spot in the house?

There’s no one space that is a definite favourite. We spend a lot of time milling around the kitchen and living area and relaxing in the snug lounge room playing with the kids.

Where do you shop for homewares?

We try to shop local when we can, we love Lynfords and Cinnamon House. For pots and plants Indoor Botanicals and Mayflower Studio. Michael is not a big fan of buying online as he likes to touch and feel the items if they’re larger pieces.

What’s your decorating style?

Most likely described as minimalist or Scandi. We haven’t committed to one look as such but just pick the pieces we like and will complement what we have.

When it comes to homeware, do you save or splurge?

Splurge on quality pieces that we love and will use often so they last and save where it is temporary or not as important.

We have a mix of good quality items and bits and bobs from Kmart/Warehouse throughout the house! Naturally, it comes down to the budget at the time also.

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Have you done any renovations?

No, not really. Being a new build, everything was as we wanted it inside.

We have done a huge amount of work outside with landscaping and entertaining areas and there is lots more to go. We got a landscape plan from Christo at Collaborate and we feel it’s some of the best money we invested in making the whole property work together.

What’s your favourite room?

We really like how the master and ensuite turned out. The dark tiles in the bathroom and the bright leafy wallpaper really complement each other and the big picture window captures beautiful views of the sunset through the trees.

What should every home have?

If you ask Michael, it’s the bar window and electric attic hoist. Little secrets like our hidden door makes the home special and fun. Our focus was to create spaces where everyone could enjoy whatever mood you’re in.

Which items or fixtures did you splurge on and where did you save?

We splurged on the wallpaper in the master room, it was hard to find anything we both loved but it is very cool. We also went massively over and above in the kitchen. Sometimes it felt like we didn’t save on anything!

Best money spent?

Using professional consultants throughout the process was money very well spent. It’s easy to scare yourself out of a great idea and having an expert providing advice and guidance has made a massive difference. From the design with Michael’s brother, David Rea, at REA Architecture, Ben Stace at Design Marlborough, Simone from Cinnamon House and Christo assisting with the landscaping plan.

Do you have any tips on how to keep your living area orderly?

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The local builder who loves a good challenge D

aniel Morton worked in a sales role straight out of school before deciding to become a builder. “I’ve been building in Marlborough for about 8 years, but after Covid I was made redundant due to many jobs being put on hold” says Daniel. This meant that he and his wife Amanda enjoyed quality family time with their new born son who arrived just before lockdown.

Then in May last year, the dedicated builder went out on his own for the first time and Morton Building began.

It started small; with people he knew offering renovation work opportunities and his reputation for a job well done quickly grew.

“I also did up a couple of bathrooms, built a hut down in Ward and did some more renos, including a new staffroom and library for Whitney Street School,” Daniel explains.

Morton Building owner, Daniel Morton with wife Amanda and son Blake, making Morton Building a real family affair.

“With the bach project, we’re demolishing half of it to rebuild it. It’s right on the side of the sea, so it will have its challenges, which we’re really looking forward to.”

Daniel is determined the clients will be delighted with the result. “To build something you can drive past in two years and say, ‘man that looks cool’ is very rewarding,” he says.

It is the client’s delight with every project that gives Daniel the greatest joy. Hearing positive feedback about work completed

by Morton Building is always a boost.

The Whitney Street staffroom project springs to mind, he says, because both parents and teachers say it was a cool project to be part of.

The work continued to grow, to the point where Daniel had to decide on what Morton Building should focus on.

When he is building a house, Daniel is conscious that it is the owner’s or the architect’s vision he is bringing to life.

“When you have a good relationship with the client, they feel involved in the process. I also like to give them updated photos, so they have a fun experience,” he says.

Daniel says when they first started they took on “anything and everything” but now they concentrate on residential, architectural and light commercial.

A lot of people choose Morton Building because they can do the ‘hard jobs.’ “We can do everything from the concrete floors to putting on the roof – we can do the whole build.”

“The past year has been pretty full-on. We also did an office fit-out for the chamber of commerce, built some offices for TRS and we recreated an old garage,” he says.

On the weekends, Daniel enjoys spending time with Amanda and Blake and going mountain biking. “I also race go-karts after work.”

With a particular passion for big homes, Daniels specialises in more challenging jobs.

These days, Morton Building receives three to four enquiries a week, mostly from referrals, or people who have seen their signs around town. If you are contemplating building, contact Daniel on 027 318 2050.

Morton Building currently have a unique project in the pipeline involving a bach rebuild in the Marlborough Sounds, a challenge that Daniel in particular is excited to tackle.

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At Home

The elegant and spacious living room gets the best of the light.

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or Benjamin Stace, standing in a home with its owners & enjoying a beverage while admiring the view from their now complete and lived-in spaces is the best part of his job.

Thanks to this technology Ben says it was easy to define early on in the project exactly where the floor level needed to be to get the right line of sight for Jenny’s view from the kitchen.

Founder of Design Marlborough, Ben says it is so rewarding to see clients, who often become friends, enjoying their new space which can often be years in the making.

The Brook Street home is constructed over multiple levels with different floor & ceiling levels throughout. The entryway and living area have raised flooring, while the guest wing with two bedrooms and bathroom is on a slightly lower level, defining these different zones.

Ben says Design Marlborough are a midpoint between an architect and a draughtsperson and he strives to give clients an architectural look without blowing the budget.

They work with a wide range of residential properties from small-scale projects and renovations to large scale new home builds.

Ben takes us inside two recently completed builds he designed from the ground up. Both are completely unique, but common themes can be seen and felt across both builds.

Brook Street On a Brook Street site where an old bungalow was formerly located, homeowners Jenny and Dudley King are now enjoying their new home with unparalleled views of the Taylor River Reserve.

“A key feature that Jenny wanted here was to be able to stand at her kitchen sink and look out at the riverbank but still maintain privacy,” says Ben. Jenny says that’s exactly what she got. “I love my kitchen!

I have everything at arm’s reach and there are so many cupboards, and yes I love the view, to be able to have that peace and solitude it’s just great.”

Ben says envisaging his clients moving through and living in their spaces is quite a simple process thanks to cutting edge 3D modelling technology that the company has invested in.

Materials that fit in... or stand out Jenny and Dudley purchased the site in 2010 so a key consideration for them come design time was that they wanted the exterior materials to not jump out from the surrounding builds that had been completed over the past decade.

Ben says this involved looking at materials that had been used in the nearby properties which helped them settle on the exterior choices. Coloursteel wrapping from the roof, down the south-facing side not only looks effective but also provides good protection from the elements.

The master suite with ensuite and walk-in robe fills the second storey and looks out over the river with a covered balcony that lends itself to an early morning cup of tea taking in the surrounding views, although Jenny says they haven’t quite had the time to enjoy that aspect yet.

Downstairs you can’t help but notice the curved wall as a standout feature in the living area. Ben says while it is a feature it also has a practical element.

“It’s not a huge living area so instead of squaring off the corner, the curve draws people through the space, to the kitchen and dining areas with the views.”

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But with extra window space comes an extra need for privacy, something that was important to maintain throughout the home.

“This is where we had an overall landscaping plan from the start,” says Ben.

He says it also has nice composition where it meets the sloping ceiling, and while it may be a little more difficult to construct than a standard 90-degree angle, it is well worthwhile.

Clarke and Haack Construction project manager Brad O’Malley, and operations coordinator Tania McCaa, recall the unique aspect of this build process being the sudden impact of COVID-19, and all that ensued.

“The project began in January 2020, and there was nothing to suggest that Jenny and Dudley wouldn’t be in

by September/October,” they say.

Once the team were able to get back to work postlockdown however, they were faced with a new mode of operating and an unprecedented number of challenges and changes throughout the industry.

“Everyone needed to adapt to how they worked and it’s a real credit to everybody involved, all of the sub-trades, Ben, and of course Jenny and Dudley – who were able to celebrate Christmas 2020 in their striking new home”.

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From the beginning, it was decided a block wall would sit along the street frontage of the property, cleverly designed to the exact height that would just block people’s visual into the home from the sidewalk.

Ben says the overall landscaping of the section is very much a collaboration and he likes to give suggestions to keep it cohesive with the build.

Here, plastered walls match in with the exterior plaster finish of the house, which stretches all the way down to the contrasting shed and workshop which sits at the rear of the 900sqm property.

Visible from the living area, Ben wanted to ensure the shed became more of a feature than just a boring old garage. A double sloped roof assisted in making it a standout.

Inside the lower area of the home sits the guest wing, which is set up for adult children and grandkids with two bedrooms and a separate living space which also opens onto the patio area.

Fully tiled bathrooms, a laundry chute from the master suite down to the laundry and the large scullery round off a long list of creative features in this stunning home.

With 245sqm of floor area, all design aspects have not only an aesthetic design but practical principles to utilise space.

Ben recently popped in to have a coffee with Jenny and says it’s the most rewarding part of the job seeing clients, who become friends through such a long process, enjoying their new home.

The shape of the section and constraints around an easement led the three-bedroom home to be designed as a longer narrow shape than some standard builds.

“To have a glass of wine and stand in the space and see it come to fruition, it’s really rewarding. That’s what drove me towards residential work is seeing that enjoyment.”

Lots of windows through the east and west sides of the home assist the spaces in feeling larger and more open and allows you to look right through from one end to the other to take in the views.

Jenny says she feels a deep sense of pride when she stands and looks at what they created.

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“I think we’ve captured what we really wanted in the house, it’s just great.”

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Delta Lake Heights High on a ridgeline overlooking Delta Lake sits Black Ridge, a sprawling 9-hectare property with paramount views of both lake and mountains.

Ben says property owners Kate and Dean were quite clear that the fundamental thing they wanted from their home was to enjoy the views of Delta Lake which luckily sits to the North.

“This gave us an automatic reference point to work all the living spaces around,” says Ben. The home sits on top of a ridge so a fundamental part of the design of the board and batten home was to protect it from the northwest winds that can howl down the Waihopai Valley.

Luckily Kate and Dean contacted Ben before any earthworks had been undertaken, so the decision was made to drop the build site slightly to the east, preserving all of the views, but offering extra protection.

Ben says it is never too early for him to come and look at a build site, in fact, the earlier the better for this exact reason.

Feature design without blowing the budget.

Design Marlborough pride themselves on incorporating good design to provide strong feature points in a home and Ben says he has a bunch of tricks up his sleeve to achieve this without “blowing the budget”.

“Delta Lake Heights is one of those examples, the key to this house is it’s all on one-floor level but we used different ceiling heights throughout to really open up the spaces and provide a bit of interest in the design.”

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The lighter coloured floor in the kitchen shows off the darker cabinetry to its best advantage.

This is evident when you step through the front doors into an expansive entranceway with high, raised rafted ceilings that feed through a 2.7m stud height hall to then open up the cathedral ceilings in the living spaces and the northern views.

The use of scissor trusses in the living and outdoor areas gives a nice, raised sloping ceiling while being a simple truss construction, keeping it really costeffective.

“I try to specialise in feature elements and good design principles in my designs, without going into areas that require crazy engineering. Sticking to standard construction methods and using them well is key to working within reasonable budgets” says Ben.

could sway them on something they had put so much thought into.

“After seeing it we took it to show the family, but I already knew I wanted the one he had designed. It still looked like what we wanted from the outside, but it was just so much more practical, we’re delighted with how it’s turned out.”

The wide, spacious hallway has been designed to allow the couple to turn it into a library, with space for bookshelves on either side or to hang large artworks should they wish.

At the end of the hallway sits the laundry with a large window stacker with what Kate describes as amazing views to the mountains.

Two plans, one home

Modern form, traditional touch.

Kate says she and her husband Dean had a reasonably strong idea of what they wanted in a home.

The kitchen-living is the heart of any home, and the heart of Black Ridge is nothing short of spectacular.

“We had a hand-drawn floor plan, and I had my iPad with photos from Instagram of the look we were after,” she says.

Ben says Kate very much wanted a big grand room to be the focus of the home.

After the initial site visit in August 2019, Ben drew up a draft concept from the provided floor plan. But he also had some ideas of his own that he thought may work.

Ben came back with the original floorplan, which he had tweaked slightly by adding small changes such as extra cupboards.

“He just thought of things we didn’t even consider, that were really practical,” says Kate.

When he told the couple that he had also drawn a second concept plan that he’d love to share with them, Kate was open to taking a look but didn’t think anything

Central to the kitchen is the brand-new Raeburn wood burner stove which also runs the radiator heaters and heats the hot water for the home.

A huge pantry/scullery behind the kitchen allows all the clutter to be hidden away, Ben jokes that the size of it could nearly lend itself to another bedroom.

The indoor-outdoor flow of this spectacular 280sqm home is without a doubt one of the standout features.

Stacker doors allow the whole living area and the master suite to open right up to the fully covered patio area which almost acts as another, outdoor room.

Ben says clever engineering from SENG Engineering

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Carefully selected pendant lights make a bold yet stylish statement.

through the living area allowed the views to be absolutely maximised with the large window and door openings.

want’ so we didn’t feel pressure to find something that had to be within a certain constraint,” says Kate.

“The view is really what the whole place is about. On a good day allowing all the doors to open up and have that seamless indoor-outdoor flow, it really is an entertainer’s living space.”

The doors, which were purchased from an auction in Christchurch, before being fully renovated, are nothing short of spectacular.

Board and batten finish with a five-ribbed colour steel roof gives a strong vertical look to the exterior while the black exterior colour scheme makes a bold statement on the hillside tying into the properties name of Black Ridge.

Andrew Lawson of Lawson Homes was the builder of choice for Black Ridge. He says the build all ran smoothly and they managed to get Kate and Dean into their new home by Christmas.

Schist veneer cladding around the fireplace adds another traditional vent to the modern home.

“It’s a fantastic outlook up there, a really nice view. The homeowner was decisive and knew what they wanted, we managed to get it all finished pretty quickly.”

Kate and Dean had a number of pieces that they wanted to incorporate into their new home aside from the Raeburn cooker.

A common theme that runs through the two news homes is that both couples would not hesitate to work with Ben and Design Marlborough again.

Vintage vanity units in the ensuite and an oversized antique mirror in the entryway all make for a very individual interior.

Jenny says he made the process easy and after meeting with a few others before Ben, she feels he really understood their vision for the property.

Ben says he always makes sure to get the measurements from any key pieces of furniture clients want to keep hold of and designs spaces around these pieces.

“Throughout the whole process he never made us feel like we were intruding, we could call him anytime, and he was so down to earth.”

From early on, the couple knew they wanted one-of-akind front doors. Having not quite found what they were looking for at the initial stage of design Ben allowed an open space which Kate says made the process far less stressful.

Kate says he remained interested throughout the entire build, visiting the site when the foundations went down, frames went up and when the roof went on, as well as other times along the way.

“We didn’t have the doors to start with and Ben just said, ‘you get the doors you want and I’ll make sure I design something that will hold them’. It was so great he just made a big area and said, ‘you can have whatever you

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“He made some great suggestions, for instance he recommended we put some louvres in around the living and bedrooms, and I wasn’t sure at the time but I’m so glad we did, they look great and we use them all the time.”

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Ultraviolet puppet show captivates children’s imaginations WORDS: JOYA DEVINE

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rawing on her extensive background in costume design and construction, as well as theatre, film and television production, Sarah Burren has created a spectacular children’s show. Sarah collaborates with a variety of key creatives, some of whom have worked on twenty children’s shows together.

Specifically designed to be toured, involving over 45 puppets, Wonderland Glow Show is a ‘kiwified’ interpretation of the classic ‘Alice in Wonderland’ which is making way to ASB Theatre Marlborough early next month! “Children’s theatre needs to ‘transport’ children to hold their imagination, and years ago when I was designing all the old favourites like Cinderella, I thought to myself, one day, I would like to produce an ultraviolet show, so it’s wonderful that my dream has come to fruition,” says Sarah, Wonderland Glow Show creative director. “The fabric-based fabric puppets are the costumes, the set and the props – it’s like a giant storybook because the children only see the puppets and never the puppeteers.”

The Wonderland Glow Show producers love the ASB Theatre.

“It’s one of our favourite venues. It is an integral space which is easy to get to and has excellent acoustics.” Sarah says the facility also has a great manager, which is always important for theatres and ensuring they are well utilised and supported to avoid closure post covid.

Not having scenery to truck around results in huge cost savings for the Glow Show team. “In turn, we can make our ticket passes very accessible for families and school groups.”

Every character in the show has its own unique quality.

“There’s a gorgeous white rabbit, loosely based on Alice in Wonderland but there’s no Alice,” says Sarah. “There’s a Dallas though – he’s an amazing young boy who has to find a book of dreams.” The show also features two-metre-tall dancing flamingos, giant flowers and an eight-metre-high caterpillar called Karvika who has lost his voice. The show’s music is fabulous too – it’s all brand-new material which children

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will love. “When they return to their classrooms, they’ll draw, they’ll write, they’ll want to make puppetry. We engage children by the storytelling, the visual art and the music.”

Sarah says the show’s artistic talent have to have really good mental acuity because they are often doing voices for other puppets while not puppeteering that character.

“The show is a great opportunity for emerging artists to see New Zealand in its entirety; they get to see these beautiful spaces, meet local people and children, and get so much back from the experience.”

A must-see for children, Wonderland Glow Show is happening on 6 September at the ASB Theatre Marlborough for ONE DAY ONLY! 10am (ages 0-5).

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Can FOOD affect MOOD? Have you ever noticed that what you eat seems to affect your mood? That some foods make you feel more positive, while others make you sluggish and down? Well, it turns out this isn’t just your imagination - it’s actually backed by science!

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utritional psychiatry, or the study of how food affects mental health and well-being, is a growing area of medicine. It’s confirming what many people and traditional cultures have intuitively known for years – that we really are what we eat!

suffer from anxiety and depression.

Food affects mood two ways - it provides nutrients needed for brain chemicals, and it also affects gut health. 95% of serotonin (happy hormone) is made in your gut, and the vagus nerve connects the gut and brain, meaning gut health directly impacts mood.

Some of the most important nutrients for mental health are iron, selenium, zinc, folate, B6, B12, omega 3, thiamine, vitamin A, magnesium, potassium, vitamin D and vitamin C.

The Food and Mood Institute in Australia conducted one of the first-ever clinical trials aiming to see if changing diet could improve mood (the SMILES trial).

They found that a massive 30% of people with severe depression improved after 12 weeks of dietary changes, compared to 8% of people who received emotional support only.

Interestingly, people’s grocery bills in the diet group actually dropped - they saved money by eating better.

SMILES used the MODIMED diet - high in vegetables (five servings/day), fruits (three servings), whole grains (five - eight servings), olive oil (60ml/day), nuts (one serving) and dairy (two three servings). Legumes, fish, red meat and eggs were all eaten several days per week.

Other large studies have found similar results - people who eat a whole food, mostly plant-based diet are 30-50% less likely to

In contrast, people eating diets high in red/processed meat, refined grains, added sugar, high saturated fat (and low in fresh fruit and vegetables) are significantly more likely to develop depression.

A great paper from a nutritional psychiatrist in the US created an ‘anti-depressant food scale’, ranking foods based on how rich they were in these nutrients.

Plant based foods consistently came out tops, in particular leafy greens, brassica, nuts/seeds, and fruit. Most animal-based foods scored poorly, with the exception of seafood and organ meat (which still scored over ⅔ lower than green veges).

So how can you eat to improve your mood?

Focus on increasing intake of veges (especially dark green ones), brightly coloured fruits, seeds, nuts, olive oil, legumes and whole grains. And cut back on refined grains, added sugar, red meat, and processed foods.

See what difference you notice – there’s nothing to lose.

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Classic Fish Pie Josh Emett made his name as an acclaimed Michelin-starred chef and judge for Masterchef New Zealand.

Marlborough Magazine shares his Fabulous Fish Pie recipe for you to delight family and guests at home.

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1¼ cups (300ml) milk

Place the milk, fish stock, and thyme in a wide pan, season with salt and bring to a simmer over a medium heat. Add the shrimp/prawns, salmon and cod, then the smoked fish. Simmer for about 1 minute until the fish is two-thirds cooked.

1¼ cups (300ml) fish stock A few sprigs thyme 150g shrimp/prawns, cut in half horizontally 150g salmon, cut into 3cm dice 150g cod or similar white fish, cut into 3cm dice 150g smoked fish, in a whole piece 4½ tbsp (65g) butter ½ cup (65g) all-purpose/plain flour 2 tbsp chopped dill 2 tbsp chopped chives 2 tbsp chopped tarragon Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper MASH 500g peeled and diced potato Sea salt 2¾ tbsp (40ml) cream 1 egg yolk

Gently strain through a colander placed over a bowl. Discard the thyme and reserve the liquid. Lay the fish in an ovenproof baking dish, and gently flake the smoked fish through the rest.

Make a roux: Place the butter in a medium-sized pot and melt it over a medium heat, then add the flour and cook the roux out, stirring, for a few minutes. Start to slowly add the reserved milk and stock while constantly stirring, until all the liquid is added and you have a nice smooth mixture.

Add the herbs to this and season again with salt and cracked pepper.

Leave to cool for a few minutes, then pour over the fish until it is completely covering it and mixed through. Set aside.

Pre-heat the oven to 180°C. Place the potatoes in a small pot, cover with water and season with salt.

Bring to the boil and boil gently until cooked through, then drain and pass through a fine sieve or ricer. Place back in the pot and add the cream, stir well, then remove from the heat and add the egg yolk and beat well until combined and smooth. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then spread or pipe over the top of the fish until completely covered.

Bake for 30 minutes until cooked through and bubbling at the sides. If it needs more colour on the top, switch to the oven grill for a few minutes until golden brown and crispy.

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