FACES & PLACES

ARTISTS HONOUR ESTUARY AND ECOLOGY

Once again entrants in the prestigious annual Estuary and Ecology Art award, hosted by the Malcolm Smith Gallery, Uxbridge Arts & Culture, in Howick, presented a rich and exciting range of contemporary work across various mediums.

When the outcome of insightful but difficult judging by Francis McWhannell was announced, it was five women who took out the top prizes (see pictured below) in front of appreciative guests who attended the awards ceremony early in July. An exhibition of work by the winners and finalists will be on display at the Malcolm Smith Gallery until August 28 during which time voting will be open for the People’s Choice Award sponsored by The Rice Family Partnership.

9 Winners in the Estuary and Ecology Art award (from left) Divyaa Kumar, Katie Theunissen, Marion Gordon (for Ma Te Huruhuru Artists), Franca Bertani, Jenny Tomlin

BOOKS HOME & AWAY

HISTORIC HOMESTEADS OF HAWKE’S BAY

For generations, the Hawke’s Bay has been home to some of the grandest homes in the country. In this book, Angus Gordon explores the heritage behind a number of houses which dot the landscape as well as their central place in the history of New Zealand’s pastoral revolution. Loaded with photos this book is sure to appeal to history buffs, architectural enthusiasts and many others.

THE SPIRIT OF THE MOUNTAINS

Packed full of breathtaking photos, often taken at altitudes where taking a breath requires more effort than at sea level, this book features Ron Hay’s personal stories of his own adventures in the Southern Alps. From complicated climbs of Mount Tasman, to more family-friendly tramping trips, The Spirit of the Mountains also includes a veteran tamper/climber/ photographer’s observations about one of the world’s most majestic regions.

Angus Gordon: Historic Homesteads of Hawke’s Bay | RRP $50 | Mary Egan Publishing Ron Hay: The Spirit of the Mountains | RRP $39.95 | Mary Egan Publishing

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AUCKLAND ARCHITECTURE – A WALKING GUIDE

Auckland may be a relatively new city on the world stage but, from iconic Victorian landmarks to modern skyscrapers, it is home to a rich range of buildings. With this handy pocket guide (an updated and revised edition), John Walsh and Patrick Reynolds provide maps and more to guide those keen to explore, and learn more about, our Super City.

John Walsh & Patrick Reynolds (photographer): Auckland Architecture – A Walking Guide | RRP $19.99 | Massey University Press

KIWI FARMERS’ GUIDE TO LIFE

Sharing the stories of Kiwi famers and their families, this book explores the highs and lows of making a life on, and a living from, the land. In addition to looking back at ‘the way we were’, Tim Fulton also focuses on the changing nature of our primary industries and how many deemed the backbone of New Zealand are holding up when faced with climate change and the need to feed an ever-growing population. A perfect read for farmers, this book should prove insightful to city folk too.

Tim Fulton: Kiwi Farmers’ Guide to Life | RRP $39.99 | Bateman Books

KNOCK KNOCK

When opportunity knocks, it’s wise to answer, but many of us are less than thrilled to see someone clutching a clipboard on our doorsteps. For more than 20 years, Trish Palmer was an interviewer and area manager for market research companies. As this witty book reveals, her encounters have been heartbreaking, wonderful and weird too, involving everything from bare bottoms, angry cats and foul-mouthed parrots, to the well-to-do and some who are barely managing to get by.

Trish Palmer: Knock Knock – Confessions of a Kiwi Interviewer | RRP $39.99 | Upstart Press

IN THE WARS

Born into conflict in Afghanistan and raised in refugee camps in Pakistan, Arian has been on the front lines his entire life. As this memoir reveals, after contracting a deadly disease and ‘experiencing the power of medicine’, he decided to dedicate his life to healing others. An inspiring book, In the Wars provides great insight into challenges most of us will never need to face and proves triumph is often born of adversity.

Dr Waheed Arian: In the Wars | RRP $40 | Bantam Press

TIME TO SAY THANK-YOU

The tireless work of our community leaders is often done quietly behind the scenes. Howick Ward Councillor Sharon Stewart, QSM, says it’s appropriate to applaud their merits and here she recognises just three for their valuable contribution to our district – thank you for work well done!

Kit Wong

MNZM

For Services to Business and the Community Awarded 2011

George Chan

MNZM

For Services to Philanthropy and the Community Awarded 2020

Sharon Stewart

QSM For Public Service to the Community Awarded 1998

Harjit Singh

QSM For Service to the Indian Community and Seniors Awarded 2020