AN ART-FULL CITY

SCAPE Public Art revolutionises the open spaces of Ōtautahi and public art practice in Aotearoa by installing free-to-view contemporary public art in the central city. With a focus on its annual ‘seasons’, SCAPE has become the largest producer of new contemporary public artwork in New Zealand. These artworks provide a unique point of difference for the city. Ambitious and high impact, they enhance the urban centre and raise the profile of public art in Christchurch. Executive Director Deborah McCormick recently resigned after a highly successful 25 years at the helm. “When I started looking at the vision with the trust, we were committed to seeing an ‘art-full’ city. Now, I believe it’s done, and I feel like my chapter is complete. For me, this is my last season. I started SCAPE at 23, and now being close to 50, I feel it’s a nice time to reinvent myself, you know – look towards the next ten years.” “I see myself as a producer – taking an idea with an artist and making it happen. I’m going to expand and take on projects in my own capacity. I’m leaving space for the next creative to put their stamp on SCAPE for the next 25 years.” “I’m exploring different pathways within the same subject matter. I see myself as ‘Deborah: Public Art’, so I like taking art into context outside of gallery spaces, where people can get exposure to public art; exploring new modes of what public art looks like in the future for different publics.” Deborah mentions that the board is committed to the 25 years of SCAPE, producing more legacy artwork. “There’s a focus on creating the next suite of public artwork for the city and becoming known as a destination globally for public art.” The SCAPE Public Art Season 2022 brings works from eight local and international artists to the city. Each artist’s work will showcase their unique interpretation of this year’s theme, Sweat Equity, a compelling conclusion to Managing Curator Jamie Hanton’s overall vision of ‘Fictions’, which has tied together SCAPE Public Art’s seasons from 2020–2022. Deborah encourages people to take the walkway and see the works as they were originally conceived. “It feels like a nice compact show, both thematically and geographically. I would encourage people to think about how the curator conceives the project as a whole and the different touch points along the way. You’ve got so many different elements of textures in terms of public art – a really beautiful quiet work by Wendelien Bakker, moving right through to a poignant sound work by Dr Jo Burzynska in the Botanic Gardens. We have captivating works like Cognitive Reorientation by Eddie Clemens.” SCAPE’s vision is for people to be excited, engaged, and stimulated by contemporary public art and for Ōtautahi Christchurch to be a city with a world-class collection of public art that is widely known and visited. “Consider supporting the arts – it could be buying an artwork, it might be taking a group of people on a tour or giving up your time to volunteer. If you love public art, get involved. People know people, and things happen. That’s SCAPE in a nutshell, essentially.”

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Ripe returns

Ripe, The Wānaka Wine and Food Festival returns to the shores of Lake Wānaka on Saturday, 18 March 2023. This festival is all about passion and energy for the best wine and food of the region and our country.

After Covid restrictions forced Ripe Wānaka’s 2022 event to be postponed, locals and visitors have been hanging out to join the wide range of Central Otago Wine and Food producers on show. Ripe 2023 will be held at Glendhu Station, located within a ten-minute drive of Wānaka township and a stone’s throw away from one of New Zealand’s most beautiful campgrounds, Glendhu Bay Motor Camp.

Attendees will get to enjoy the exceptional panoramic lake and mountain views of the majestic bay area while enjoying some premium wine and food supplied by Central Otago’s best producers. Event organiser and Wānaka local Nathan White is proud to be in charge of Central Otago’s marquee wine and food event. “We can’t wait to showcase the world-class Central Otago wine and food producers surrounded by the majestic scenery of Lake Wānaka to our guests coming from near and far.”

Some of the country’s premium wineries will be pouring wines, including Akarua, Amisfield, Cloudy Bay, Gibbston Valley, Misha’s Vineyard, Maude Wines, Valli, and more. The list goes on. There will be live music to keep the crowd going and some very special guests in the Quartz Reef Masterclass Marquee. These include wine expert Joelle Thomson, New Zealand’s foremost wine educator, Bob Campbell MW, and a cooking demonstration by Christchurch-based best-selling authors Two Raw Sisters. For those looking for a bit of extra pampering, head to the Maude VIP tent. This area includes complimentary wine served throughout the day from local legends Maude Wines and some delicious canapés served up by The Platter Share. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at your table under guaranteed shade, dip off to the private luxury loos, and enjoy being just close enough to the stage to enjoy the music while still being able to chat about your new favourite wines. Buses will also be running from the Wānaka town centre, so look out for the transport link on Ripe’s website, or make the most of the location and stay across the road at the Glendhu Bay Campground. With wine tastings, live music, demonstrations, and great food, Ripe has all the ingredients for a memorable day out next Otago Anniversary weekend. General Admission tickets start from $52, and children aged 12 and under are free.

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The Beating Heart of Fiji

Our newly transformed resort is Fiji’s newest and largest playground invites guests to enjoy revitalized culinary experiences at the Tatavu Grill & Bar for elemental dining, embracing the full essence of Fiji. Indulge in the ‘Festival of the Senses’ at Island 619 with its vibrant live kitchen presenting a variety of local and international cuisines. Stop by for a refreshing coffee and sandwich to go at 28g, famous for its Island Coffee Culture. Explore a range of activities includingSheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort’s Side by Side program, easily accessible championship 18 hole golf course, cultural entertainments, explore our Denarau Farm or enjoy relaxing spa treatments before you retire into your modern, chic and comfortable rooms.

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