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EDITOR’S NOTE

I am what I am

n my humble experience, those who are completely subscribed to society’s perception of the ideal man are going to have a very hard time trying to find him. Sure, there’s a small subsection of He-Man lumberjacks who can change a tyre with their eyes closed and undertake a home renovation with nary a wince; thanks to a well-used hammer and a couple of trips to a hardware store. And whilst this bearded, muscle-bound pinnacle of masculinity is ridiculously oversaturated on the Internet and in traditional media, they only count for a few of us. Chefs. Artists. Poets. Single fathers and step-fathers. Teachers. Musicians. Trans. Entrepreneurs. Disabled. We’re as diverse as humans could be. It is comforting to see a rise in awareness of men’s mental health issues. Our tāne are less likely to reach out for help – thanks to the old Kiwi way of ‘hardening up’ or just getting on with it. Sir John Kirwan and Mike King come to mind – two high-profile Kiwi blokes who have bucked against this outdated notion, to provide guys with the representation and resources to get through tough times. I’ll tell you one thing for free, you couldn’t pay me to go back to my 20s. All that youth, and clear, wrinkle-free skin wasted on a mind constantly struggling to not match up with my ol’ mate He-Man. I do have the beard and several flannel shirts, but I’m nowhere near the ‘ideal bloke’ – because he doesn’t exist. Thankfully too, because, after many years, I finally like being me. Enjoy this issue of Avenues, entitled ‘Let’s Hear It For The Boys’ – because they deserve celebration. Joshua Brosnahan Editor

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CONTENTS

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In detail

CHIT CHAT

CULTURE CLUB

COUTURE

YEAH NAH

LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE BOYS

EVERGREEN

SUITS YOU, SIR

BY THE BOOK

A CIRCLE OF ART APPRECIATION

CITY SCENE

SONIC COUNTRY FROM DEEP WATER CREEK

PALATE

A BRAVE NEW WORLD WITH COCA

HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

BE OUR GUEST

LOVE LOCAL

thetannery.co.nz Mrs Bottomley’s Flowers, creating sumptuous arrangements inspired by nature for all occasions | Lapis and Pounamu Rings and Sterling Silver Ventifact Earrings by Jeremy Leeming from The Filing Kabinett | Petrified Wood Bookends from Katamama | D42 Aviator Slink Jacket by DEVàL from Fashion Society Ltd | Events at The Tannery – the perfect venue for your mid-winter event, from small intimate gatherings to spectacular celebrations | Rose Bell Jumper from The Flock | Keepsake Fever Jacket from Uncommon Ground | Weddings at The Tannery – a spectacular boutique venue to suit weddings of all styles and sizes | KILT Frankie Coat in Rust

CHIT CHAT

SPA IN THE CITY Moss Spa has opened its doors in the new Sudima Hotels’ Salisbury Street complex and is ready for your visit. Moss is an oasis of wellness, rejuvenation, and relaxation with an extensive menu of treatments. Achieve inner peace while Kirsten and her highly-trained team give your body the pampering it deserves. facebook.com/mossspanz

STAGING MADE EASY

THE KURT SHIRT Kurt Vonnegut’s punchy, satirical 1960s style was a breath of cool modernism that seems fresh even today. This classic WORLDman shirt is shaped with darts and refined with a slim collar, cut from a low sheen twill cotton, soft to touch. Perfect under patterned suiting or as a misdirection under a corporate suit. worldbrand.co.nz

Looking to sell your property but you need a hand to style it? Anita and Jacqui from Upstyle can help save you time and money. Their unique property restyling service offers an easy, affordable alternative to full home staging. Upstyle works on restyling your existing furniture, and they also bring in their own soft furnishings and accessories as required to enhance and update your home for the property market. Anita, an interior designer, and Jacqui, a writer and stylist, have an easygoing, friendly approach and will ensure your property stands out amongst the competition. hello@up-style.co.nz

ESCAPE THE WINTER FOR GOLF IN THE SUN When the strains of winter lessen the desire to be out on a New Zealand golf course, why not travel overseas and play some of the world’s best courses? Premium Golf NZ offers luxury tours to select international golf destinations, such as the Sunshine Coast in Australia, in Hawaii, at Pebble Beach, the UK Open or even Argentina – why not prepare yourself for two weeks playing Greg Norman designed courses in Vietnam, Asia’s finest golf destination? The team at Premium Golf NZ organise everything, including flights, accommodation, tee times and sightseeing options. premiumgolf.co.nz

CHIT CHAT

A LIL’ BIT BURLY ‘No frills, honest and tasty’, Burly Cakes creations are made by a guy who simply just loves cake. With a range of unique flavour profiles and elements that intrigue the senses, Burly Cakes rebel against the new wave of cake etiquette. Jared loves a challenge, so if you want something custom, put him to the test. burlycakes.co.nz

BLUNT FORCE The makers of the iconic and durable umbrella, Blunt™ Umbrellas, have again collaborated with celebrated New Zealand fashion designer Karen Walker to create the 2019 ‘Karen Walker for Blunt™ Grandmaster Umbrella’. The print for the limited-edition release BLUNT Umbrella is derived from the current Karen Walker collection, ‘Onwards and Upwards’, inspired by Karen Walker’s personal love for the game of chess. The Grandmaster BLUNT Umbrella is designed to be stylish, functional, and durable, withstanding gale force winds of up to 120kph. Those wanting to purchase this season’s most beautifully durable accessory will need to be quick – there is strictly one drop worldwide. karenwalker.com

SADIE FOR THE LADIES Lynn Woods has a range of fabulous jackets to help you stand out from the dreary grey crowd. The Sadie Coat in Vega Check by CAMILLA AND MARC is an oversized fit and flare felt coat, ideal for those colder days. Style it over dark tones as part of a refined new-season ensemble. lynnwoods.co.nz

The P.A CLUB The P.A Club invite you to hand over your to-do list to your own personal assistant. The team offers ‘personal assistance for everyday life’. Whether it’s finding and organising tradespeople, decluttering, moving to a new house or an unexpected life event they are here to help. Packages and rates can be customised to your needs. You can even buy time in advance, so you are ready to delegate your errands and tasks, reducing your mental load. Consider lightening your load by using a friendly, professional personal assistant right here in Christchurch. thepaclub.co.nz

CULTURE CLUB

FANTASTIC FEASTS

A consideration of the foods and the traditions we have inherited from the ancient Greeks and Romans is at the heart of the next exhibition at the Teece Museum. Through an array of precious artefacts this exhibition will explore eating in the ancient world, examining what the Greeks and Romans ate, how they produced and distributed food, the feasting and dining traditions they developed to bring their communities together, and the connections they believed existed between their food sources and the gods. Fantastic Feasts features fun food games for the family to try together. 5 June, Teece Museum, The Arts Centre, facebook.com/teecemuseum

MULLED FESTIVAL

LETTER WRITING SOCIAL

NIGHT LIGHT BIKE RIDE

Dux Central’s annual Mulled Festival is back, and it’s to be loaded with the Dux’s spin on the old classics, and a few special house recipes for your tasting pleasure. Coupled with live music, a variety of mulled beverages, and the Dux’s signature approach to excellent food – you can embrace the cold season with their winter warmers.

Join the team at the Christchurch Letter Writing Society for the first letter-writing social of this winter season. Grab a hot drink and a tasty treat and settle in for a couple of hours of community and correspondence. There will be free stationery on hand for you to use, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Don’t forget your address book. Entry is by koha.

It’s the eighth annual Christchurch NZ Solstice Night Light bike ride! The purpose is to brightly support safe cycling infrastructure in the new Christchurch, for commuters, kids riding to school, and for all recreational cyclists. Bling out your bike, helmet and person with as many lights as you can. Prizes for various categories, including the brightest bike.

1 June, Dux Central, Poplar Street duxcentral.co.nz

8 June, Kadett, St Asaph Street facebook.com/chchletterwriterssociety

21 June, starting at Armagh Street Mickle Gates facebook.com/spokescanterbury

CULTURE CLUB

TĪ KŌUKA ROPE MAKING Rekindle creates opportunities for resourcefulness. They transform undervalued resources with care, connection and craft; this being the opposite of wastefulness. This workshop will give you a resourceful skill that you’ll be able to use in so many ways for the rest of your life. A technique for making string and rope that is simple and can be used with many different materials. Participants will learn how to use tī kōuka/cabbage tree leaves as these are abundantly available. If you have access to tī kōuka/cabbage tree leaves, do bring in as big of a bundle as you can! There are twelve places available in this workshop, so booking is essential.

15 June, Rekindle, The Arts Centre, rekindle.org.nz

CSO: ORGANIC

FOOLS & DREAMERS

BREAKING THE ICE

In Lamb & Hayward Masterworks: Organic, Saint-Saëns’ Third Symphony, featuring the Town Hall’s Rieger Organ is a jubilant work full of virtuosity and unforgettable passages. Acclaimed pianist Moye Chen joins the orchestra for Rachmaninov’s sparkling Piano Concerto No. 4 and the evening opens with New Zealand composer Salina Fisher’s Rainphase.

Come along to the world premiere of new documentary, Fools & Dreamers! An opportunity to see the film on the big screen and chat with the directors and participants. Fools & Dreamers is a 30-minute documentary telling the story of Hinewai Nature Reserve, on Canterbury’s Banks Peninsula, and its kaitiaki/manager of 30 years, Hugh Wilson.

See unique objects, including a century-old fruitcake, from the huts that sheltered explorer Carsten Borchgrevink and his team when they became the first people to spend a winter on the Antarctic continent. Created in partnership with the Antarctic Heritage Trust, Breaking the Ice is your only chance to see these items before they return to Antarctica.

22 June, Christchurch Town Hall cso.co.nz

28 June, Hollywood Cinema, Sumner foolsanddreamers.com

Until 13 October, Canterbury Museum canterburymuseum.com

COUTURE

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Mike McRoberts. He can read the news, and dance away the weekends. The demolition of All Seasons Hotel on Papanui Road – finally! Mihana – City Mission’s curated clothing and goods in Boxed Quarter. Eco Store’s product refill station at New World Durham Street. More of these please! Resene Virtuoso. The perfect midnight mauve.

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A certain Kiwi media company’s new paywall. No thanks! People clapping as a plane lands. Did it take you by surprise? Sushi with cheese?! Are we running out of ideas, now? Being ignored in retail stores… just a greeting is all we ask for! Airport Wi-Fi Nothing adds to airport stress more than a Wi-Fi connection from 1997…

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Organic Saturday 22 June, 7:30pm HAMISH MCKEICH Conductor SALINA FISHER Rainphase

Christchurch Town Hall

MOYE CHEN Piano

JEREMY WOODSIDE Organ

RACHMANINOV Piano Concerto No. 4

SAINT SAËNS Symphony No. 3 “Organ”

Peter & the Wolf 9, 10, 11 July, 11am & 1pm (English, Te Reo Māori and Relaxed Performances) The Limes Room, Christchurch Town Hall DAVID KAY Conductor

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Spirit of Adventure Saturday 27 July, 7:30pm BENJAMIN NORTHEY Chief Conductor

Christchurch Town Hall LEV SIVKOV Cello

LILBURN Aotearoa Overture ELGAR Cello Concerto in E Minor FARR Roar of a Thousand Tigers (World Premiere)

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FEATURE

Let’s hear it for the boys The journey towards ‘being a man’ can sometimes be an ironically delicate path to walk. Thankfully the culture of late means there is less pressure on our men to conform to traditional roles and has introduced men to the transparency needed around mental wellbeing and acceptance of all humans, no matter how we present ourselves. Avenues met with three blokes doing good here in Ōtautahi. Armed with a bible or hair clippers, to a trowel and rake – each one of these men is contributing to our community and helping it work for the better. So, let’s hear it for the boys.

A GOOD SORT WORDS Liam Stretch PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands

enny’s Barber Shop has become a mainstay in Ōtautahi over the last few years. As it approaches one year in its headquarters on Disraeli Street, I caught up with the founder, Ben Scott. “It all started as a bit of a joke… a bit of a yarn with the boys.” The first thing you notice about Ben is his demeanour. Kind, welcoming, 100 per cent proud of his barber shop. Ben’s been cutting hair for some time now. Having started back in his early twenties while in a flat, he used to cut his own hair and his roommates’ as well. “I would do my own haircut after watching YouTube videos…they [flatmates] would trade me a deep-fried Cadbury Dream bar from the Fish ‘n’ Chip shop for a cut,” said Ben. Ben headed to Auckland to do a course in barbering and came back to Christchurch around five years ago. Then came the sleep-out in his mum and dad’s backyard. A box essentially, where he would run a shop out of. Later, he moved onto a caravan doing gigs wherever he could – sometimes offering free cuts just to get his name out there. Then came the shipping containers, taken on a flatbed truck to busy locations around Ōtautahi. Some of these shipping containers and the caravan found their way into the flagship store. The caravan is gone now, but the containers remain – creating instant separate rooms. The Disraeli Street barber shop is a warm, open space. High ceilings, a basketball half court, Ben’s first pair of clippers hanging from a buck’s head, and street art adorning

the ex-glass factory warehouse walls all add to the relaxed atmosphere at Benny’s. “I’ve always had a dream of a big warehouse barber shop. It’s a bit fun, it’s different, and it is an enjoyable place to work,” said Ben. The team of 16 staff across two stores – the flagship site on Disraeli Street, and the CBD barbers in the ANZ Centre – provide cuts and shaves for 750-plus people a week. Ben has an air of compassion about him – he wants to see others succeed. This compassion and community spirit see Benny’s flagship store being used for more than just haircuts. Hosting the Nifty Markets, parties, Burger Fuel’s Friday Night Bites – and more recently, the ‘Book a Yarn’ service. Ben noticed, that in his profession people often opened up to him. “People talked to me about some pretty serious stuff. I often knew what was going on in their lives, and as a 21-year-old that was a lot to take on.” When asked why he thinks people let their feelings flow while in the chair, he thought the personal touch had a lot to do with it. “You’re in people’s personal space… there’s physical contact…you break down that boundary.” This is how the business’s most recent development ‘Book a Yarn’ came to be. Ben came up with the idea of having ‘yarnologists’, a trained counsellor capable of dealing with more complex issues. The idea was to get men to open up, without the intimidation of talking to a counsellor. “You can just come have a yarn.” Ben has built more than a barber shop, he’s built a family.

MINISTRY FREQUENCIES WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands

rom breakfast radio host to chaplain, to husband and father – Spanky Moore is embarking on a colourful journey. From his beginnings on local student radio RDU to his current position at the University of Canterbury, Spanky been a familiar part of Ōtautahi’s social culture for close to twenty years. “I’d felt the call to ministry from a very young age but [I] had been smart enough to realise at fourteen that being a minister wasn’t going to be a great move socially. I’d attempted to bargain my way out of it with God in various ways, until He finally nailed me down while I was at RDU in 2004.” Spanky describes his role at RDU as a ‘dream gig’ and listeners as ‘a colourful bunch’ of whom, he notes, several came along to his ordination service in the old Christ Church Cathedral. “Whenever I think of the eccentric outcasts that Jesus was criticised for hanging out with, I imagine RDU listeners would be a pretty close modern-day equivalent. Nowadays I host a faith podcast called 21 Elephants, but nothing beats live radio.” Spanky and his wife Sara have recently added to his family, with the birth of child number three, Victor. In describing their life, Spanky says it’s ‘total chaos!’ “We have a five-year-old, Edith, a two-anda-half-year-old, Fred, and six-week-old Victor. Yesterday morning I went into Fred’s room and discovered he’d taken his nappy off and was covered head to toe in brown mixedmedium, which caused me to ask a question I’d never imagined possible; ‘So Fred, which of this is poo? And which is Nutella?’

Things like that happen every day. Of course, having kids is a great joy – it’s great for your character, and it’s by far the most important job I’ll ever do. But you also realise that all that stuff you judged your parents for when you were younger – their weird quirks and neurotic tendencies – were actually caused by you! Your parents were probably quite normal until you came along!” After the events of March 15, Spanky immediately set to work, closely supporting Christchurch’s Muslim community. “Through my work at the Uni I’d become good friends with a Muslim brother who was injured in the shooting, whose son was killed. Muslims and Christians are often called “People of the Book”, and historically around the world have rallied to support each other support in tragedies.” Three weeks after the terrorist attack, a group of Christian students gathered outside the Muslim prayer space on campus during their Friday prayers, to encircle them and pray for them. Afterwards, the groups shared a Halal barbeque lunch. “In return, they’ve just invited us over to eat with them one night during Ramadan. Muslims have been treated as outsiders in this country for a long time, and the shootings reminded me that I needed to make more of an effort to have friends who look different than I do and hold different beliefs than me. I always try to remind the people I meet with that, in my honest opinion, they are a profoundly loved child of God, and that no-one can take that away from them. Now, that sounds corny, but you should see how many people begin to sob at the sheer possibility that could be true.”

URBAN ORCHARDIST WORDS Kim Newth PHOTO Supplied

n the heart of the city, a half-acre urban food forest packed with fruit and nut trees, currants and berries has put down roots and is starting to push towards the sky. Ōtākaro Orchard, nestled between low rise office buildings and the Ōtākaro/Avon River, is Christchurch’s only community led anchor project. I’m here today to meet project coordinator Peter Wells, who has put in many long hours on this site since taking up the role in 2016. Peter is from the US and before coming to Christchurch worked on Seattle’s Beacon Food Forest project. As Peter shows me around, he stops to pick a couple of fresh figs. Everything here is still maturing but it’s an exciting reminder of what’s to come. “At the moment, it looks like a very young forest system,” says Peter, who has a background in performing arts and dance, as well as anthropology and permaculture design. “I like to think there is a kind of choreography at work here involving landscapes, plants, and people. It’ll take another two years before we really get going, but once this landscape is fully grown all the trees will have a three- to four-metre canopy. Ōtākaro Orchard is growing into a place for everyone: an educational hub and a community asset.” Complementing the orchard, herb and vegetable beds and an outdoor amphitheatre will be the city’s first living building, housing a local food information centre and social enterprise café. Constructed out of 3750 handmade adobe brick and other local materials, the building will have a green roof of native plants and other eco-features. Inside will be small private and public meeting rooms. The building is due to be completed December this year.

“That’s when we will open our doors to the public. It will be a very visible venue between the Margaret Mahy Playground and the Christchurch Town Hall. People will then literally be able to stroll by and pick something off the trees.” Peter first became interested in permaculture design – creating edible landscapes that mimic forest ecology – while studying sustainability at Goucher College, Baltimore. “I became aware of the reality of the ecological crisis unfolding around the world and of the huge disconnect between people and their food,” he explains. “I intentionally studied anthropology to understand how these sorts of community projects work.” While Peter has been the face of this special endeavour for the past few years, he notes that it has been many years in the making and hundreds of volunteers, young and old, have dug in to help. Layer upon layer of mulch – cardboard, compost, and wood chip – has been built up to mimic leaf litter and encourage the spread of mycelium (which Peter describes as ‘the Internet of soil’). Ōtākaro Orchard stands at the centre of a city-wide food resilience network that includes five public food forests, 26 community gardens, 70 edible gardens in schools and 26,000 fruit trees on public land. “We’re not just the garden city – Christchurch is the edible garden city!” quips Peter. “Ōtākaro Orchard is the culmination of a grassroots vision, backed by local government, central government and the private sector. Ultimately, the goal is to become self-sustaining. The entire site will eventually be used for events like community galas.” Give it a few years, once the fruit trees have grown tall, and it is easy to imagine what a bountiful place this will be for the city.

IN GOOD COMPANY

Suits you, sir WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTO Supplied

arl Clausen knows his way around a suit. Currently the creative director behind New Zealand menswear brand Working Style, the Christchurch-born apparel aficionado has brought a raft of international experience with him. While the social climate may be edging towards more of a casual nature when it comes to clothing, every modern Kiwi man can benefit from having a well cut, smart suit hanging on his side of the wardrobe. Whether it’s only brought out for ‘matches and dispatches’, or regularly rotated for the daily grind, a suit will always be a smart option, no matter the occasion. “Tailoring is going through a really interesting period due to the strong move to a more casual way of dressing, especially professionally. As a result, our suits have become more interesting through their form, function, and fabrication, more so for the fact a number of men will wear suits now through choice and not necessity. Our shoulders are getting softer, the silhouettes while still shaped are not tailored as dramatically as previous seasons, and the more contemporary-minded are wearing their trousers a little fuller, even with pleats.” Comfort and performance has become a byword with everything Working Style does. Textured fabrics and a new generation of chocolate and green hues have added a new dimension to the suit and this allows for the pieces to be dressed down with ease or worn as separates. Following on from the Christchurch earthquakes, Working Style was unable to continue to trade out of its central city location.

“The appeal of Merivale, and the ‘townhouse’ concept was a direct correlation to our Working Style store based in Parnell which offered many similarities, the most notable being a residentially located multi-room store with parking outside the front. “We wanted to create a space that felt relaxed and homely and offered a point of difference to other retailers in Christchurch.” Part of Working Style’s unique approach to apparel is The Journal – a self-described ‘Working Style guide to style’ on its website. “Storytelling is an incredibly important part of what we do. Clothing offers an opportunity to transport you to a place you didn’t necessarily realise you wanted to go. It’s an extension of your personality and can say as much about you as a conversation. “As a result, we are consciously looking to evoke interest, dynamism, and transparency with everything we do at Working Style and The Journal is a great way for us to showcase this to a broad audience and engage with them.” There is a misconception that Working Style is a brand that sells only tailored clothing. Whilst it does have a strong heritage in selling suits, it has evolved into a company that has a very dynamic casual wear collection, both with clothing and footwear. Karl mentions he travels continuously, looking for ways to invigorate what Working Style does. “Being a proud Cantabrian, I’m aware of what the guys in the region love to wear. Anyone visiting our Merivale location for something more casual, you will be pleasantly surprised by what’s on offer. Best to pay a visit rather than take my word for it though!”

IN DETAIL

A circle of art appreciation WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTOS Supplied

he birth of the Christchurch Art Show in 2014 provided artists with space to exhibit, after losing so many precious gallery spaces due to the quakes. Creative Director Kate Morrison, along with her daughter Hannah started the show, now in its sixth year, from humble beginnings to its place as the largest art show in the South Island. “We worked very hard to put the show together, from our garage, of all places. We wanted something that enabled artists here in the South Island to be able to showcase their talent.” Kate currently acts as the first contact between artists and their show, as well as taking care of a large amount of the management and show direction – right down to working with the floor staff during the show hours. “We have wonderful people working with us during the exhibits, and we enjoy the interaction between artists, staff and visitors. There are over 150 artists or more; some exhibit solo, and some are exhibiting in groups. We have a vast variety of different types of work and styles, so the show really is a visual extravaganza.” A point of difference for the Christchurch Art Show is that all the artwork is available for purchase. “Often we find that people new to the show don’t realise that we are a ‘cash and carry’. “If you have a yearning for a particular artwork, you can’t wait to see if it’s still there later on in the week. Most likely someone else will buy it if you hesitate!” Kate says you can directly talk to the artist, and ask staff to collect, carry and wrap the work for you – all for no additional cost. As

the works sell, more work is hung by the artists, so the show is always refreshing itself. This year sees the show with more art on site than ever, with thousands of available works to be displayed. “We have found the show has grown immensely in the last few years. We have many artists applying to exhibit and more artists are physically at the show being able to engage with visitors and talk about their work to them.” The show also has the Top Ten Lawson’s Dry Hills People’s Choice Award, where the top-selling artists from last year’s show create a signature work. “These are revealed on opening night and are open to the public vote. This has become very popular and is always eagerly anticipated.” In recent years, Kate, and her husband John have expanded further down south with their Dunedin show in its third year. “Dunedin already has a strong fine arts vibe, but our show makes art readily available to people who may not be so used to galleries. People then get a taste and want more – then [start] visiting galleries and other arts venues. It’s a circle of art appreciation. “We find that our Dunedin Show also attracts artists from the deep south, West Coast and Central Otago. It has a different vibe from Christchurch and is also a fabulous show to visit.” Asked where she thought the Christchurch art scene was headed next, Kate thoughtfully added that ‘growth was the next frontier’. “There’s so much happening now that the business hub is back in the city – such as new gallery spaces, street and public art as well as theatre. This is so satisfying to see here again. It’s a very diverse scene in Christchurch and it’s nice to be a part of that.”

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Sonic country from Deep Water Creek

hristchurch rock band Deep Water Creek is celebrating the release of its debut EP with headline show this month at Blue Smoke, at The Tannery. The band comprises singer/songwriter Matthew Smith, guitarist Josh Braden, bassist Shaun Burke, drummer Thomas Isbister and keyboardist Tom Harris. Supporting the band as opening acts are alt-rock foursome Volts and locals Merlinco. Alongside Deep Water Creek’s songs, the band will perform songs from Matthew Smith’s first album, and also unreleased Deep Water Creek material. According to the band, Matthew’s new song-writing direction encompasses ‘both the old and the new Matthew Smith’. A mix of his early rock influences and his love of alternativecountry and folk provide the backbone. Adding in the moody and sonic guitars of Josh Braden, the immaculate percussion and drums from Thomas Isbister, sublime keys of Tom Harris and the uncompromising stand up and electric bass from Shaun Burke. This combination promises a dynamic live show, with moments of quiet contemplation thrust up against heavy and desperate chorus lines as well as driven guitar solos. Josh compliments Matthew’s soulful voice with beautiful harmonies, and the rest of the band join in the singing on occasion to add a ‘Bad Seeds’ quality to some of the tracks.

Someone recently called Deep Water Creek ‘sonic country’ which, based on their sound, seems to be the most fitting description. After a busy summer with shows in Hagley Park supporting Jordan Luck, playing at Lazy Sunday in the Botanic Gardens, and topping it off with an appearance at Nostalgia Festival, this band is an eclectic group of musicians from very different musical backgrounds and styles. This collaboration is unique but effective. Matthew is a ‘prolific songwriter’ and the bands’ full length LP is well underway. In September Deep Water Creek will head into the studio to record these new songs, and follow this with a national tour next summer. The band has just released their first single Set Me Free from their debut E.P. The video, shot near Birdlings Flat, is now available to view on YouTube. “Those of you who have seen them already will attest that their live shows feel more like a night at the opera than a band going through the motions. They hit you hard and leave you hanging. Go and see them. Say you were there in the early days.” Deep Water Creek plays at Blue Smoke on June 7. Tickets are available now from Under the Radar. utr.co.nz

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A brave new world with CoCA

and is the singular most important fundraising event for the institution, raising critical funds to achieve its vision, and this year’s event promises to be transformative. CoCA’s gala dinners are artist-led, bringing guests up-close to artists and immersing them deeply in the arts. This year, local fashion designer, Steven Junil Park of artisan label 6x4, presents a breath-taking vision of a brave new world. Collaborating with the incredible Two Productions and several artists and performers costumed and styled by Steven, Spectrum Lighting and Sound will illuminate the primordial fantasy. White Tie Catering will present a dining experience inspired by Steven’s elemental concept and to ensure you feel very much a part of the atmosphere; the dress is ethereal black tie. This exciting auction will feature escapes to privately owned, luxury locations from Stewart Island to Waiheke Island, and the last remaining piece of the Canterbury Society of Arts Collection, Philip Trusttum’s Riding in the Long Grass. CoCA request the pleasure of your company at this year’s gala and your support in delivering its bold vision to sustain the future of Christchurch’s oldest arts institution. Join in the wonder…

entre of Contemporary Art Toi Moroki has some exciting developments and the public is invited to be part of them.

both contemporary art and design. Few galleries in New Zealand are exploring the cross-pollination between contemporary art, design, architecture, and technology in a nation internationally respected for design innovation. CoCA boldly moves toward meeting local and international visitor demand for design-based art exhibitions with a number coming months – including its now sold out Art & Architecture Tour. Its programming has a particular focus on fulfilling the rich potential of its vast Mair gallery to create large-scale installations and fully immersive arts experiences. The gallery is expanding the way technology and spatial design helps visitors appreciate the exhibition experience. The and commissioning artists to providing them with the basis to survive and thrive as creative entrepreneurs through a suite of professional development initiatives. As an independent charitable trust without institutional funding, CoCA relies on philanthropic giving from generous supporters to deliver its ambitious programming. June 15 is its annual fundraising dinner and auction

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Outdoorsmen

A Emily Hastie, Landscape Architect, Kamo Marsh Landscape Architects

s landscape architects, we aim to create out to the fresh air. Maintaining your garden spaces that people will feel comfortable also has many benefits of its own. Digging, weeding or mowing the lawns is excellent in and want to use. A well-designed space will not only look beautiful but encourage exercise, releasing stress-relieving endorphins, and you’ll have something to admire while us to get out of the office, car or house and relaxing on the deck later. get into the outdoors. As New Zealanders, For men, the magnetic effect of the barbecue we tend to think this means a fishing trip or is well known, and the idea of a communal cycling the rail trail, but the many and varied space to cook can be extended to a full outdoor benefits of fresh air and sunlight are easily kitchen with fire pit, pizza oven or Kamado captured much closer to home. Joe slow cooker. Create the ultimate zone for Heading outdoors instantly makes us feel relaxing and spending time with mates by better, and science has proven many more including comfy seating, drinks trolley, and an tangible health benefits. The importance of outdoor TV. In winter, when daylight hours are Vitamin D from sunlight to strengthen the low, it’s even more critical catch the sunlight immune system is well documented. We also know that regular exposure to the sun acts as when you can, and by incorporating good a natural anti-depressant by raising serotonin lighting, heating and shelter such as louvres, you can socialise outside year-round. levels and being outside can bring the heart The pace of life means we can’t always get rate as well as blood pressure down. Regularly away from home for outdoor adventures, but indulging (and these days it can feel like a with thoughtful design, the humble backyard luxury) in a spot of gardening or a walk in the can provide the weekend getaway you need to park has to be one of the easiest and least expensive ways to improve our overall health. top-up your energy and restore, ready to face the working week. By creating inviting spaces in your home garden to relax, cook, eat and grow food, the kamomarsh.co.nz whole family can be encouraged to venture

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Wellness in the workplace

G Amanda Douglas, Partner, Wynn Williams

enerally, one in five New Zealanders will experience a mental health problem this year, and more than 50 per cent will go through mental distress or mental illness at some point in their lives. We see in the media that, when it comes to men, they are generally less likely to talk about their mental health and can be reluctant to reach out for help or support. This is something that employers need to be aware of when considering the health and safety of all of their employees. It is important that employers monitor employees’ stress levels and encourage them to speak out if they are not coping. It is common for some employees to feel pressure to outperform others in the workplace, and, therefore, overload themselves with work. While some level of workplace stress is normal, if an employee is continually stressed with little time to recover, it can lead to a burnout, fatigue, and/or depression. Employers should check on employees for signs of stress and make sure that employees have enough time to recover from strenuous periods of work. This is particularly important in safety-sensitive roles but also in other roles where higher stress levels can be prolonged, as employers can be liable for this if not dealt with appropriately. In some industries, bullying type behaviour and rough play is accepted as ‘boys being boys’.

It is common for some to laugh off this sort of behaviour in order to fit in with their peers but actually end up feeling bullied and anxious to attend work as a result. Once again, this can create a liability for the employer. Therefore, it is important that any suspected bullying behaviour is identified and addressed through disciplinary processes. In many instances, an investigation may be required. It is important that employers create a workplace culture where bullying and harassment is not tolerated, and employees are encouraged to speak up if they, or others, are being bullied or harassed at work. Employers should also consider introducing a health and safety wellness programme. Such a programme can look at whether an employee is healthy and fit enough to do their job, as well as whether they are performing their job safely. Issues like obesity, poor physical fitness, and inadequate nutrition can make it harder for employees to carry out certain tasks in the workplace, and to perform their work effectively. A holistic approach that integrates occupational safety measures with these wellness initiatives, usually will then positively reflect in their work. It’s a good start to include these issues in policies and procedures, and to make sure that the right process is used when these issues arise in the workplace. wynnwilliams.co.nz

Infertility – also a men’s issue WORDS Dr Sarah Wakeman

How is male infertility treated at Fertility Associates? Male infertility treatment involves looking at lifestyle factors to improve sperm count and motility for some men. Taking anti-oxidants such as Menevit may help. The correct timing and frequency of intercourse to maximise the chances of natural conception is important too. Milder infertility may benefit from intrauterine insemination treatment. Many men may require ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection) – this is where IVF treatment is undertaken. An embryo (fertilised egg) is then transferred to the woman’s uterus a few days later and we hope that this results in a pregnancy. In some cases, we may need to collect sperm from a man’s testicles when there is none in the semen sample. Male fertility decline is a factor in 30 to 40 per cent of infertility cases. What causes male fertility decline? Older men have sperm that is not as high quality as younger men, so they are more likely to be at risk of infertility. There can be problems with sexual function and having intercourse. Some men have testes that haven’t developed normally as a baby and don’t make a lot of sperm, some men have had infections (like chlamydia or gonorrhoea) that has caused damage and obstruction, so sperm doesn’t get out of the testes. A few men have genetic conditions that mean they don’t make sperm normally. Other medical conditions and medications can also impact sperm production and quality. Worldwide there is evidence of increasing male infertility. We don’t know for sure why this is, but things like increasing obesity, more sedentary lifestyles, and increasing exposure to environmental toxins may well all be playing a part. How is it similar — and different — from female fertility issues? Both can prevent a couple from conceiving a pregnancy or increase the chance of miscarriage. Some of the causes are the same, particularly lifestyle factors and sexually transmitted infections. There is probably less research done in the area as IVF with ICSI gets around most male fertility problems so there is less effort put into finding other solutions. Men and women also often handle infertility differently. Men are often less likely to talk about it with friends and family and may feel like their masculinity is threatened. Do you have further questions? Talk to the team at Fertility Associates today.

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CITY SCENE

Recycle Boutique in the city 80,000 consignors, 349,000 items sold, 310,000 items donated nationwide.

fashion movement, now more than ever, and we’re proud to be part of this community of buyers and sellers.” Items are sold on behalf of individuals, who bring in their high-quality clothing and accessories they no longer want. Clothing is on sale instore for a seven-week period with an option for any unaccepted stock or unsold items to be donated to local charities. Once sold, consignors receive 50 per cent of the sale price. There are specific guidelines around accepted items, for example, they must be suitable for the current season, good quality, and on-trend – unless vintage. The folks from Recycle Boutique say that this new store has particular significance to them. The store site is part of a restoration project, which has been closed off since the earthquakes. “We believe in the recovery of central Christchurch and it’s important for us to take this opportunity to back it,” says owner, Nick Harvie. The central city team is eagerly looking forward to the winter months and being able to provide people with an alternative to fast fashion in the city centre.

ince opening its second Christchurch store at 255 St Asaph Street in Little High Lanes, second-hand consignment store Recycle Boutique has been flooded with positive support and patronage from the Ōtautahi community. With its tenth store expected to open in Mount Maunganui, following the Christchurch launch, the national chain reached new heights recently with over 80,000 consignors, an estimated 349,000 items sold, and 310,000 items donated to support local charities. “We help make quality designer clothing accessible and affordable – offering people a more sustainable way to shop,” says Mark Cowie, the general manager. “Waste is a very real problem in the world right now and the textile industry is one of the biggest polluters of our environment. There needs to be a big shift in the way we shop, and we think Recycle is that shift. Selling and shopping second-hand is a great way to reduce your wardrobe. With us, it also means you get paid to be a part of the solution.” Mark notes that the growing success of Recycle Boutique relies on the community of people who sell on behalf with them. “People are much more in tune with the sustainable

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IN GOOD COMPANY

Three generations leading the way in property

s one of our city’s longest-running and independently owned real estate companies, Whittle Knight and Boatwood has proudly led the way in providing homeowners Canterbury-wide with an outstanding quality of service in property, sales, valuations, and property management. Founded in 1966, Whittle Knight and Boatwood is a third-generation family business, with Thomas Knight following in the family footsteps as a licensed real estate agent. Along with two brothers Gill and Ian Knight, the trio leads a team of 17 agents and property managers, and Monty the miniature schnauzer who’s a welcome addition to the company’s administration team. Co-Director, Gill Knight says, “We are an agency that genuinely cares for its clients. Our team takes a bespoke, individualised approach to each client, listening to your needs, researching the market, providing honest advice about property values and

recommending the most appropriate marketing options for your property.” Whittle Knight and Boatwood have not only been a part of the Canterbury landscape for 53 years, but they’re also proud to support the community and regularly help organisations such as Christchurch City Mission and Dogwatch Sanctuary Trust. “This year, we’re taking part in the Pink Ribbon Breakfast campaign to help support Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s vital work. The money raised will be used to fund research projects and medical grants to help improve survivorship, as well as support patients and their families during treatment and recovery,” Gill Knight says. Whether you’re looking to sell a home, buy a home, or have your rental property managed by the safest hands, the team at WKB can do it all. Pop into its office on the corner of Riccarton and Clyde Roads, or keep-up-to-date with their monthly YouTube newsletters on their website.

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Be our guest

Great Hall, Lumière will have two theatres, state-of-the-art technology, vintage ambience, luxurious seating and a focus on service. The complex will also feature an intimate retreat bar, the Bijou Bar. The Art Deco bar themed bar will offer locally-sourced refreshments and overlook the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Rolleston Avenue. Nick believes Lumière will offer filmgoers a unique experience bringing the magic of cinema to Christchurch. “Lumière will remind us what it means to go to the cinema – a true event – in a world where people watch films under duvets and on their mobile phones,” Nick said. There will be a strong focus on curated films that will inform, inspire, and challenge audiences and the cinema hopes to collaborate with local film-makers, artists, and musicians, he said. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora was home to cinemas from 1976 until the February 2011 earthquake significantly damaged many buildings and resulted in the closure of the entire centre. The $290 million restoration programme began in 2012 with buildings being progressively restored and reopened. Lumière Cinema is open now – see you there.

he golden days of cinema are set to return to Ōtautahi with the opening of a new boutique cinema at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora. The cinema, Lumière, will be co-owned as well as managed by well-known cinephile Nick Paris, who has worked in Christchurch’s cinema and film industry for 40 years. Max Hoffman, a former screenwriter who wrote for several major film studios in Hollywood, is also a co-owner. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora chief executive Philip Aldridge said Lumière was the perfect fit for the Arts Centre, which received several high-quality operator proposals. “Nick is synonymous with film in Christchurch and wants the cinema to be a 365-day film festival, which is a brilliant ambition. We’re excited to have him and Max – who are both very experienced and passionate – bring cinema back home to The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora. “They believe in our vision of creating a centre of the arts and a hub for creativity with many rich layers of experiences. We look forward to seeing the cinematic world they create,” Aldridge said. Situated in the The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora’s West Lecture building next to the

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Freeform cauliflower pie WITH WALNUT & OAT PASTRY

This rustic freeform pie is a wonderfully comforting main dish. Serve with a crisp side salad and an equally crisp glass of Chardonnay.

SERVES 4

Pastry 200g/1½ cups plain/all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting 50g/1/3 cup walnuts 20g/scant ¼ cup rolled/old-fashioned oats 60g/¼ cup butter 25g/1 oz. grated Parmesan or other vegetarian hard cheese 1 UK large/US extra-large egg, beaten Cauliflower filling 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 shallots, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 whole cauliflower, trimmed and roughly chopped 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves picked 150g/51/2 oz. vegetarian taleggio, rind removed 100ml/scant 1/2 cup double/heavy cream 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 bunch chives, finely chopped salt and freshly ground black pepper To garnish 1 tablespoon toasted walnuts, roughly chopped cress

For the pastry, combine the flour, walnuts, and oats in a food processor and process to very fine crumbs. Add the butter and cheese and process again until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the beaten egg and 1–2 teaspoon(s) of cold water. Pulse until the mixture comes together into a dough, adding a little more water if needed. Wrap in cling film/plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. For the filling, heat the oil in a frying pan/skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the shallots and fry, stirring, for 10 minutes or until golden. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the chopped cauliflower and cook, stirring, for 10 minutes or until just tender. Transfer to a bowl and leave to cool slightly. Add the thyme, taleggio, cream, Dijon mustard and chives. Season to taste and set aside. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F, Gas 6), with a baking sheet inside. Dust a large sheet of baking parchment with a little flour, then roll out the pastry on top of this into a rough circle, about 30cm/12 inches wide. Arrange the cauliflower filling in the centre of the pastry, leaving a clear border of roughly 5cm/2 inches all the way around. Season with salt and pepper, then fold up the pastry edges to partially enclose the filling. Transfer the tart to the preheated baking sheet, using the paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the pastry is golden. Garnish with extra walnuts and sprinkle with cress. Eat just warm or at room temperature.

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Cauliflower puttanesca pizza A combination of punchy ingredients – capers, black olives and chillies – along with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil, accompany this gluten-free and low-carb cauliﬂower pizza base.

SERVES 2 | GLUTEN FREE

500g/1 lb. 2 oz. cauliflower florets 2 eggs, beaten 100g/1 cup ground almonds 3 sprigs thyme, leaves picked 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes/hot red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons olive oil 150ml/2/3 cup passata/strained tomatoes 1 tablespoon capers, drained 1 tablespoon pitted black olives, chopped 1 ball of mozzarella, torn salt and freshly ground black pepper basil leaves, to serve

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F, Gas 6).

baking sheet, lined and sprayed with oil

Spread the tomato sauce over the pizza base, then add the mozzarella. Return to the oven for 10–12 minutes until the cheese has turned golden. Scatter with basil and serve.

Cook the cauliflower in boiling salted water for 4 minutes, then drain well. Once cooled, pat with a kitchen towel to dry it completely and transfer to a food processor. Blitz until it resembles couscous. Tip into a bowl, season, and stir in the eggs, ground almonds and thyme. Mix until it comes together. Spread onto the lined baking sheet and press into a pizza base-shape using a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes until it is golden and firm. Meanwhile, in a frying pan/skillet, fry the garlic and chilli flakes/hot red pepper flakes in the olive oil for a minute before adding the passata/ strained tomatoes. Simmer and reduce for 30 minutes, until thick and spreadable, then season. Add the capers and olives.

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Welcome to Welles, Winnie WINNIE BAGOES 40 Welles Street winniebagoes.co.nz

f you think of household names in Kiwi eateries, you’re going to think of Winnie Bagoes. No restaurant has rolled with the punches more than this iconic Christchurch pizzeria. From humble beginnings in 1991, where the original Lichfield Street restaurant seated sixty people, growing to a 180-seat restaurant and music venue on Gloucester Street, the latter being its home until 2010. The quakes saw the team temporarily located on Colombo until they landed at Allen Street, their home until last month. Now, a new day has dawned. Winnie Bagoes City has now joined the exciting and emerging dining scene of Welles Street. With a brand new fit-out at number 40 Welles Street, the team will still offer their distinctly ‘New Zealand’ pizzas that have been loved by the young, old, and peckish for over two decades. It’s not Italian. It’s not even New York style. It’s gourmet Kiwi pizza – a

deep base infused with herbs and generously topped with an array of luxurious ingredients that push it beyond the bounds of your average pizza. There is often an experimental approach, and yet most of their recipes have been with them since the beginning. The flavours are a proud representation of the diverse nature of New Zealand culture, and the ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible. They know the key to an exceptional pizza is by being very picky about what goes on them. This comes down to trusted suppliers, many of whom have been with Winnies since the beginning and are proudly counted as friends. An original chef is still a co-owner – a good sign for a local joint of over twenty years! How about this weekend, make a trip down to the new Welles Street location and grab a bite to eat with friends or family? They accommodate anything from dinners for two, to large functions. Make sure to tell them Avenues sent you.

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High steaks Decent cuts of meat you simply can’t beat.

JABA GRILL AND BAR

BLOODY MARY’S

BESSIE

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Jaba Grill and Bar has a rustic vibe, with a diverse menu and friendly staff. It has the added bonus of a unique state of the art Kopa charcoal grill which provides an authentic charcoal flavour. We were served a 21-day aged Wakanui Grain Finished Sirloin, at 300g. Also ordered was the salmon, with a delicious glaze and dukkah (top marks there, Jaba!). Sides offered with the sirloin were mushrooms in beef dripping and baby carrots as well as beans – classic options that complimented the meat well. We also ordered some of the hand cut Agria chips to share. Jaba does offer something a little different for the steak connoisseur, so they’re a restaurant worth investigating further.

Bloody Mary’s has a laid-back vibe, good for families or casual dining. We decided to order as a group, the Butcher’s Board, which was a selection of three cuts from the chef, with sides to match. Everything arrived with generous portions, and the sides were piled up high, with mini saucepans for condiments. The selection of meat was good, with a nice flame grilled taste. The range of desserts was traditional and looked great – I’d be looking at the Baked Alaska if I was you – but we opted out of dessert orders thanks to a rather filling main. Something about the ambience is off for me at Bloody Mary’s, but don’t let this stop you from your own experience, considering the food here is done very well.

Bessie is one of the best high-end dining establishments in our city, with a menu that showcases top graded cuts of meat, from nose to tail. On order was a 500g dry aged ribeye, on the bone. This was ordered with a side salad of cos lettuce, pea shoots and radish with a buttermilk dressing. The ribeye was dry aged and very flavoursome. 500g of this meat really goes a long way. There’s a fantastic array of entrées and sides to be had at Bessie, that really showcase its international influence. You could easily be dining in New York, with its deep moody interior, dark wood and exposed brick. Bessie will see you now.

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top pick THE CARLTON Papanui Road carltonbar.co.nz

The Carlton Bar and Eatery has been a corner staple for a while, with a new and improved footprint on the original Carlton site. This is the restaurant you want to visit for a true blue, authentic steak experience. The Carlton’s set up is classic vintage steak house, with warm lighting and intimate seating areas. Between three of us, we dined on a 400g T-bone steak, a 250g sirloin, and the gnocchi for the herbivore of the group.

The meats came with a side of crispy duck fat potatoes and a side of slaw. We were presented with impressive plating, with the T-bone arriving sliced, with vintage style tongs. Both meats were served medium rare with just the right amount of sizzle. The daily gnocchi came with a deliciously creamy sauce. Take note here: they have a well-rounded menu for those of us who don’t want steak. Serving sizes are large

and the waitstaff are genuinely friendly and candid. We foolishly thought we could fit in all of our desserts – a sumptuous skillet cookie with ice cream, a tangy key lime pie, and strawberry beignets. It’s just an allround good Kiwi experience and we left with stomachs replete with delicious food we will definitely eat again. Top marks, Carlton.

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HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

Blair SOUTH BRIGHTON

“We moved out to New Brighton when I was about three years old. When I was young I had asthma, so my parents decided to move out here because there’s a lot less smog by the beach and it was better for my health. “I used to bike to school and back, it was a race to get home. School finished at 3pm and I’d get home as quick as I could and get straight in the water. I was in the water every day – summer and winter – that was just the thing that kept us out of trouble. We never wanted to do anything else, we just wanted to go surfing. Surfing is a very big part of my life, if I’ve got time to myself, or my wife is okay to look after the kids, then I’m out in the water. It’s a great community; that’s where I’ve made some of my lifelong friends. “I’m [the] father of two wee girls, four and six. Stella will tell you she is six-and-a-half because it’s a race when you’re young. You just want to get older. Andie-Rose, she’ll probably tell you she’s four-and-a-half. They’re very different. “I’ve been taking Stella surfing over the summer, she’s come out on the surfboard a

few times. The challenge has been knowing how much you can push. Last summer, I took my paddleboard out and we went and caught some waves with her lying on the front of it. The waves were about chest high and she was lying on the front of the board saying, ‘You can do this Stella, you can do this’. It was her talking herself into it, mentally preparing herself for what she was going to deal with. It was a really good attitude. As a parent, you don’t know where you instil these things but somehow it came through. It was a nice surprise. “Being a dad — yeah, I’m still getting my head around that. You’ve got to change the way you think about things. Include them and encourage them, try to help them learn lessons and make their own mistakes. Today, kids are exposed to far too much screen-time. My view is that there’s plenty of time in the future for them to play with technology. The big thing for us at the moment is living the life we love, being in an environment we love, and being able to share what was important to us with our kids.”

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WINTER feast

Left to right: Living & Co cutout iron tray $12, The Warehouse, A La Carte Tash salad servers with gold detail $39.99, Farmers, Morgan & Finch Carlisle set of 4 napkins $24.95, Bed Bath N Table, Dishy pepper mill $99.99, Stevens, Morgan & Finch chunky tassel throw $89.95, Bed Bath N Table, Living & Co embossed glass vase in teal $12, The Warehouse, Leaf occasional plate $29.99, Acquisitions, Academy eliot wooden scoop $19.99, Stevens, Salt&Pepper relic bowl in natural $15.99, Salt&Pepper nomad side plate in blue $13.99, A La Carte rush cake forks (set of 6) $29.99, Farmers, Morgan & Finch rattan round placemat $12.95, Bed Bath N Table, Fig & Saffron craft cast iron frypan $64.99, Farmers, Momento Belize rattan tray $99.99, Stevens, Salt&Pepper nomad mug in blue $12.99, Farmers, Momento trio dip bowls $29.99, Stevens, Living & Co ceramic reactive glaze vase $5, The Warehouse, Haven Kitchen cooking jute bags (set of 3) $39.99, Domani Toscana duvet cover set in moss from $179.99, Bormioli Rocco Quattro Stagioni preserving jar $5.99, Salt&Pepper fromage wooden cheese board $49.99 Farmers, Momento casa pointed cheese knife $19.99, Stevens, Haven Kitchen healthy cooking garlic press $19.99, Salt&Pepper nomad side plate in rust $13.99, Salt&Pepper metro measuring spoons $39.99, Farmers, Is Gift string shopper $12.99, Acquisitions, Morgan & Finch Baltimore placemat $6.50, Bed Bath N Table, Salt&Pepper bento square bowls (set of 3) $39.99, Haven Kitchen Mist mini casserole in blue $12.99, Salt&Pepper loft salt & pepper shaker set $29.99, Farmers, Living & Co embossed glass vase in amber brown $10, The Warehouse, Morgan & Finch souk candle holder $24.95, Morgan & Finch arctic faux fur cushion $59.95, Bed Bath N Table

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