Avenues, November 2019

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CUP AND SHOW WEEK BLOOMS RACE DAY READY | SETTING A TREND FOR WINNING | STANDING THE TEST OF TIME ISSUE 177 | NOVEMBER / WHIRINGA-Ä€-RANGI 2019

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B E S T D R E S S E D AT E V E RY E V E N T: O U R S P R I N G R AC I N G A N D PA R T Y S E A S O N E D I T Join us for a celebration of all things new and spring. Make the best dressed list with our latest looks from New Zealand and around the world.

Whether you are getting ready for the races, or preparing for the festive party season – we have everything you need for this seasons must-have looks.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

A blooming wonderful month

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ovember has such an air of anticipation around it in Canterbury.

For me, the excitement lies in the build-up of warmth and the blossom in and around the city, with sprays of daffodils in Hagley Park. There’s a feeling of fun on the horizon – Christmas break is knocking at the door, but not before we have our keenly anticipated Cup and Show Week.

You may have seen the striking campaign for Bloom, the newly rebranded Cup and Show Week ‘events umbrella’ from ChristchurchNZ. It’s timely – while Ōtautahi remains firmly rooted in agriculture, the emergence of our new city means there is a plethora of amazing new events and activities for Cantabrians to attend. I’ll be attending everything I can – it’s a massive boost to the serotonin levels after a chilly hibernation-worthy winter.

By the time this magazine reaches your hands, I would have embarked on one of my favourite parts of Cup Week – finding a fantastic outfit to wear. Now, I’m not a suit person, whatsoever. In fact, I’ve always found a reason to challenge a dress code. Who knows, this year may be no different – but I can tell you, I’m excited about heading to Sergio’s for something to make me feel dapper and snazzy, if only for one day! I’m thinking of wearing a hat… stay tuned.

I hope your November involves attending some of Christchurch’s spring events.

More now than ever, the growth of our beautiful city relies on you to get out there and experience it. Buy yourself some bread from Riverside Market (isn’t it just amazing?) or grab a sweet treat from Sweet Soul Patisserie (trust me on this one, they’re good).

You could grab one of the extra buses our friends at Metro are putting on for The Agricultural Show. I’ll be heading to Riccarton Park for one of the most fabulous weeks of the year, and it looks like the weather might behave. November is set to be a great month!

So – I’ll leave you to get dressed up and place your bets on an absolutely stellar spring.

Yours,

Iconic jewels to treasure.

Joshua Brosnahan Editor

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In detail

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CHIT CHAT

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CULTURE CLUB

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HERITAGE

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COURTSIDE

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STANDING THE TEST OF TIME

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LOVE LOCAL

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CUP AND SHOW WEEK BLOOMS

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PAMPER

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RACE DAY READY

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YEAH NAH

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SETTING A TREND FOR WINNING

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IN GOOD COMPANY

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IT’S GOT RANGE

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TORQUE TALK

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HOMES

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BY THE BOOK

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PALATE

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CLINK!

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HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

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STEPPING OUT Ballantyne’s new men’s range is made exclusively by the esteemed Adolfo Carli factory in Florence. These will complement everything in your working wardrobe, but can be dressed down for weekends. All leather upper and leather lined for a glove-like fit, with a slimline leather sole. ballantynes.co.nz

A STAND OUT STATEMENT

PARTY WITH LOUIS There’s no reason not to keep the festivities going after a day of races in the sun. Join the team at Louis for an exclusive after race party – complete with live music, magnums of Mumm at the standard bottle price, fabulous food and fun! Victoria Street’s Louis Champagne and Oyster Bar embraces Euro-chic and is the perfect spot for a little bit of sophistication but still relaxed enough to not feel pretentious. Offering a truly luxury dining and bar experience with an extensive champagne list and finely crafted menu. It really is the jewel in the crown of Victoria Street. Spots will be limited, so head to their website for more event information. louischampagne.co.nz

Dramatic is always best for a stunning race day ensemble! Youngs’ delightful collection of antique and contemporary jewellery is characterised by a sense of flair and love of the unusual. This striking gold enamel, diamond and pink tourmaline ring is a statement piece that will stand out in the Cup Day crowds.

This is just one of the many rings from Youngs lovingly curated collection of new, and antique jewellery. They also offer a full range of jewellery services are also available to work on your valuations, restorations, repairs and restringing. facebook.com/youngsjewellers

LOOK SHARP Joe Black’s range of blazers will keep you looking sharp, but feeling relaxed no matter the occasion. Mix and match options mean their blazers can go from Cup Day chic, to jeans and trainers on a Saturday. Check out the range of sharp menswear at Sergios’ new Cashel mall location. Tell them Avenues sent you! sergios.co.nz

CHIT CHAT

FEELING WILLOWY Something a little different to your traditional cup wear fascinator – a statement headband for your hair, from Witchery. This piece is made with natural materials – paper wrapped in a raffia style. Styling this with beachy, tousled hair and a breezy dress will set you apart from the rest. A winning combination. witchery.com.au

RACE READY Corso Merivale offers a curated collection of design-focused products that include timeless fashion accessories to complete your Cup Week wardrobe. Wearable works of art, Good & Co luxury silk scarves are not just for a season, but destined to become treasured favourites year in, year out. For understated trackside chic, and to keep harmful rays at bay, the classic Panama hat is a must, and can be transformed from classic to contemporary when adorned with a Seventh & Figg silk Polo scarf. Shop online, or visit their store in the heart of Merivale. corsomerivale.nz

FRILLS AND CHILLS Add a little linen to your Cup and Show Week looks, with the ‘Frills And Chills’ top from Trelise Cooper. A laidback sleeveless linen number, featuring a v-neckline trimmed with layers of linen. It’s the perfect summer top for the season, to see you through brunches and sunset wines. P.S. free shipping! trelisecooperonline.com

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CULTURE CLUB

CUP MEETING 2019

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Arguably one of Canterbury’s social highlights, featuring a myriad of high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days, as the region celebrates all that is great about spring in Christchurch. Saturday marks the beginning, with the Al Basti Equiworld New Zealand 2000 Guineas, Group 1. Second day Wednesday, 13 November is the Coupland’s Bakeries Mile, Group 2 and the third day, Saturday, 16 November (an R18 event) is the Christchurch Casino 155th New Zealand Cup, Group 3, and gavelhouse.com NZ 1000 Guineas, Group 1. Riccarton Park racing – Canterbury’s finest will be there!

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The plants of Aotearoa New Zealand have some surprising applications. Learn how Māori used native plants to make medicine, clothing and tools in Canterbury Museum’s new exhibition. See actual plant samples gathered 250 years ago by the first European botanists to work in New Zealand. Image above courtesy of Phil Bendle.

Every two years a working farm on Banks Peninsula is transformed into a spectacular outdoor gallery showcasing the best of New Zealand sculptors’ works. Tickets ($75) include food, drinks, a chance to bid for unique artworks by local artists, and first dibs on the amazing sculptures on display.

Children under 12 are free.

For a Cup Day start with style, make sure you book into Christchurch Casino’s Grand Café! $50 per person includes a delicious buffet breakfast, a glass of bubbly, beer or orange juice per person, and you even get a return bus transfer back into the city.

Spots for this breakfast are limited, so book now!

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THE NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW Welcoming over 100,000 visitors through the gates, the New Zealand Agricultural Show brings a touch of tradition to the city and celebrates all that is great about rural life. With a packed schedule of top livestock and equestrian events, live music, Endurocross, fun-filled family entertainment, an indulgent Food & Wine Village and so much more, you really will be spoilt for choice at this spectacular show.

The New Zealand Agricultural Show offers a memorable mix of competition, culture and entertainment – a celebration of everything great in New Zealand and one not to be missed!

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BLOOM

CUP DAY BREAKFAST

SUMMER OF CRICKET

The glitz and glamour of New Zealand Cup and Show Week Christchurch is now part of BLOOM, encompassing the Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup Day, New Zealand Cup Meeting, Show Day Races, and The New Zealand Agricultural Show. Experienced the fun, excitement and glamour of these iconic Christchurch events!

Start your race day the right way for you and your friends, with Carlton’s Champagne Breakfast! Join the team from 8am for a buffet breakfast, and a flute of Lindauer Brut on arrival. They will also have TAB facilities on site – what more could you need, this race day? You’ll also arrive at the races in style in their Vintage Carlton Bus – all for $35!

International cricket is the epitome of the Kiwi summer experience! Gather your friends and family and get behind the BLACKCAPS at New Zealand’s most picturesque cricket ground, Hagley Oval.

The boys play against England this month, in the English tour of New Zealand. Will you be there to cheer them on?

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HERITAGE

Standing the test of time

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ed James was “passionately fond of beer, clean and tidy, full of tricks to get money and an endless teller of yarns.” He also built cob cottages and his handiwork stands today in the likes of Acheron Accommodation House (1862), Tarndale (1874), Molesworth Homestead (1885), Tophouse (1887), and Rainbow (1893).

Although Ned James is often regarded as the premier cob builder of early New Zealand, many cob cottages were built by colonial settlers who simply needed a house to live in.

As a building material, cob was particularly useful in areas without an abundance of timber. A cob mix was made from damp earth, tussock or straw, and horse and/or

cow dung, then the walls were finished with a breathable plaster.

Bentley Coton, a labourer from Yorkshire, built his cottage at Hororata in 1864 as a wedding present for his wife Sarah Jane. As the couple had no children, the five-room dwelling was remarkably spacious for a small-holder at the time. Their cottage served as a venue for church services for the first decade until the district’s Anglican Church was built in 1875.

Coton’s Cottage is now owned by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, with day-to-day care in the hands of the Hororata Historical Society. The building suffered extensive damage during the earthquake on 4 September,

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Left: Ned James at work on a cob building (Credit: Nelson Provincial Museum). Right: Acheron Accommodation House on Molesworth Station, 1909 (Credit: Department of Conservation). Previous page: Coton’s Cottage, Hororata (Credit: Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga).

2010 and it is being repaired by Mike Jackson, a native of Dorset. Mike had been a conventional plasterer until a chance meeting over a drink.

“A friend of mine down the local pub had just bought a cob house and he came up to me and said, ‘I need to have this place re-plastered in traditional materials.’ So, I went over and had a look,” he recalls. Mike went the extra 150 miles to obtain the correct lime and started learning his trade from the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

Through the winter this year, Mike and his small team have stripped the previous render and re-plastered all walls of Coton’s Cottage, inside and out, as well as digging out and replacing the earth floor. Mike draws on the expertise of Rose of Jericho, a specialist company which has analysed the composition of lime, mortar and paint on some key heritage buildings in New Zealand to identify the appropriate materials for repairs.

Treated properly, cob will last, Mike says, who has worked on English buildings that have survived for 500 years. When the work is complete, the Hororata Historical Society will once again open Coton’s Cottage and nearby museum for the public to visit on fine Sunday afternoons.

Cob is just one of a number of earth building techniques used in New Zealand, including adobe, rammed earth, poured earth, pressed earth, and straw bale construction. The country’s oldest rammed-earth building, the two-storey Pompallier Mission and Printery in the Bay of Islands, was built in 1842. The 1920s homestead and outbuildings at Hayes Engineering Works, Oturehua, next to the Central Otago Rail Trail, is an accessible example of mudbrick construction.

Both properties are open to the public through Heritage New Zealand.

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga will be at the NZ Agricultural Show, Wigram, 13 to 15 November.

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COURTSIDE

The city of cycles

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hristchurch has long been known as a cycle friendly city, the flat of the plains lends itself well to thin tyres and spokes.

This proud two-wheeled history of ours will be brought centre stage with the Vantage Criterium National Championships cycling race.

As part of ChristchurchNZ’s BLOOM, this event will see Olympians and World Championship medallists take to the streets of Ōtautahi for a race to remember.

The Criterium will be held on a newly proposed circuit in the Christchurch city centre.

Making the central city their track, the cyclists will navigate multiple laps of a one-kilometre street circuit. There will be plenty of space for spectators to take in the action.

On a beautiful spring Sunday, set yourself up on a deck chair or simply stand and watch for a short while at Remembrance Park on Cambridge Terrace by the Bridge of Remembrance.

Given the tight and technical nature of the circuit and the close proximity of the

crowds, Criterium racing will be fast, furious, and very exciting.

The competition will consist of a few elements. Before the keenly awaited men’s and women’s A Grade races, there will be an Under 17 race, Open B Grade, and Street Race events.

There is the option to register if you fancy yourself as a bit of a tarmac trailblazer, or simply if you want to set yourself a spring challenge.

This is one of the many events on in the city during BLOOM, so be sure to be part of the action. Whether you’re cycling to the finish line or seated on the roadside – there is something for everyone.

The Vantage Criterium National Championships will take place on Sunday, 17 November and kicks off at 2.30pm with the non-championship street race. So, get to town early to get a good spot – maybe pop into the Christchurch Art Gallery, and end the day with a trip to the new jewel in the city’s crown, Riverside Market.

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IN DETAIL

Preserving fertility for the future

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ingle women today do have options when it comes to planning their future fertility, Dr Sarah Wakeman from Fertility Associates says.

“We want to help women plan their future fertility, single or in a relationship and then make a choice that is right for them. More and more, we see women feeling the pressure to have a career, own their own home and ideally have found ‘Mr Right’ – and it doesn’t always happen in that order. Or if they have, it might be too soon to have that conversation.”

Thanks to scientific advancements over the years – and the improvement of freezing techniques – there is now the option of egg freezing at Fertility Associates.

This is a way to ‘capture’ your own fertility in time – if you are 35 years of age, your eggs

will remain 35, until you might need them in the future. This procedure is the first half of an IVF cycle, where the ovaries are stimulated using medication, followed by an egg collection procedure.

There are two important factors that impact the success of a future pregnancy through egg freezing: the woman’s age at the time of egg freezing, and how many eggs she has in her ‘ovarian reserve’. An AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone) test can check the ovarian reserve.

Egg freezing can help women in their 20s or 30s – that may be single or in a relationship – who want to preserve their fertility, for future options. Their future relationship status may see them come back to fertilise their eggs or consider treatment with a sperm donor.

THE LAST WORD Don’t wait out your fertile years – if you’re single, in a new relationship, or just not ready to try for a baby yet, you do have options.

Come and talk to one of the experts about egg freezing. They also have free nurse phone consultations, which is a great way to start your fertility plan.

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FEATURE

Cup and Show Week blooms Cup and Show Week continues to be an institution here in Canterbury, and for many, it signals the onset of hot summer days, with more events and engagements than you can shake a crop at.

The very nature of our city’s growth means year on year, there’s so much more to be seen. A flood of new and varied events for all Cantabrians means that the month of November is now more exciting than ever.

Following on from the traditions of the A&P Show and Cup Week, we spoke with Terry Moseley, a jockey who has amassed over a thousand wins. We also dive into the world of pig syndicates at the A&P Show – you have to see it, to believe it!

Finally, we talk to the very dapper Michael Stanton, a man who definitely knows how to win Best Dressed.

November is the month for races, shows, and so much more.

Your calendar will be action-packed!

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RIDING TO WIN AT RICCARTON WORDS Kim Newth PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands

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easoned Christchurch jockey Terry Moseley clocked career win number 1000 at Riccarton Racecourse in 2017 and still loves nothing more than storming home there in first place.

At 52, he’s just had his best South Island racing season ever having racked up 51 wins and a stakes tally of almost one million dollars.

He’ll be back on track at Riccarton during Bloom (Cup and Show Week) and, at the time of writing, had his sights set on riding Gore galloper Nomen Ludi for the Christchurch Casino NZ Cup. With luck, he’d also like to repeat the success he had last year riding Prince Oz to first place in the Stewards’ Stakes Handicap (1200m) for Riccarton trainer Neill Ridley.

Winning the NZ Cup on Torlesse in 2003 is one of Terry’s treasured career highlights, shared with trainers Mandy and Matt Brown.

“It’s still a jewel in the crown for me. Of course, it’s the association with people like Mandy and Matt that make the achievements truly memorable. I’ve probably had close to 100 winners with them.”

Terry loves the trackside buzz of the whole week. “A lot of people come from out of town to enjoy the racing and socialising. It’s a great atmosphere.”

Growing up in rural South Taranaki, Terry was immersed in the world of horses and training from a young age. His father Peter ‘Whiz’ Moseley worked hard, training a small team. One of his equine protégés, Blue Lodge, won the 1960 New Zealand Derby.

On leaving school, it was a natural step for Terry to take up an apprenticeship with his father; he achieved his first win in 1984. Terry’s sister, Dianne, pursued the same career path

and blazed the trail for women jockeys in New Zealand before being forced to retire as a result of a serious fall. Terry is particularly proud of a Group III race he won at Trentham in 1985, riding a horse trained by his sister, Silver Samurai.

After a short stint of racing in the United States, Terry moved to Christchurch in late 1989 where he won the support of Riccarton trainer Michael Pitman and Tuahiwi-based trainer Ray Harris. “I was a very ordinary jockey to start with, so it was fantastic to have that help and loyalty to get established.”

There have been many other influential trainers in Terry’s career, including Riccarton trainer Barbara Blackie, who passed away this year. “She was just such a great person.

She was awarded a QSM and was one of the founding members of RDA (Riding for the Disabled) here.”

It is an organisation that means a lot to Terry and his wife Paula, whose 14-year-old son Alex is autistic and has benefitted from riding activities through the RDA. The couple also have a 16-year-old daughter, Taylor.

As a husband and father, Terry is very conscious of the physical risks associated with his career. He can recall five fatalities on the track and, despite being very safety conscious, has been injured in falls himself (including a broken wrist from a fall at Wingatui, near Dunedin).

“If your confidence goes, it can take a while to get it back again. You just need to pick yourself up off the ground and get going.”

Terry has toyed with the idea of hanging up his saddle but reckons there is still nothing else he’d rather do. “It involves a lot of heartache and hard work, but I still love to ride – the racing industry is what I know best.”

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STYLE IS NEVER OUT OF FASHION WORDS Joshua Brosnahan PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands

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fter 20 years’ experience in London, Shanghai, and Singapore, Michael Stanton returned home with a decidedly European outlook on fashion, bringing a sense of style influenced by an array of international experiences.

When asked to describe his style, Michael credits his time in London’s financial district, working and socialising in a dynamic and fast paced business environment with some of the square mile’s most flamboyant dressers.

“Business style to successful traders and financiers goes far beyond matching a tie with a shirt. To my mind, business style is a way of life that echoes one’s approach to success and achievement, dressing well in the business environment is a clear point of difference.”

Working with well-dressed traders had a lasting and defining impression on Michael’s own sense of style. Michael muses that he once worked on a London dealing floor with one such trader who boasted a collection of more than a thousand Hermes ties.

Whilst his own collection has yet to reach such a magnitude, it was not long after joining a Japanese investment bank that Michael was marching off during lunch hours to Bond Street and returning to the office with infamous orange boxes neatly bound in the brown ribbon himself.

“My style is certainly something that has evolved over time. I think in the early days

I was more fashion-focused or influenced by labels and brands than I am today. As I’ve grown older, I have shifted towards looking to be effortlessly stylish. Great style never goes out of fashion, but what is fashionable this year might not be next.”

The memories of that time are still evident in Michael’s shoe collection; suede Chelsea boots from Prada, as well as Gucci and Miu Miu loafers.

Keen observers may recognise Michael from Fashion in the Field, where he took out Best Dressed in 2017. The decision to enter was something that almost didn’t come to fruition.

“However, I am pleased that I did. I wouldn’t say that I’m a natural on the runway, but I think the confidence grew, as the day wore on. It was one of those things that you feel apprehensive about doing, however, once you’ve done it, you can’t wait for next year, to get up there again.”

“In my view, the reason people dress up is because they want to look fabulous and feel great. I don’t think it matters if the suit you plan to wear costs $200 or if the suit was made by a monk in Italy, took five years to make, and cost as much as a small European car.

The question you should ask yourself, is this; ‘Is it a good look? If you answer yes, then that is what’s important, not the price, story or label.”

MICHAEL’S TIPS • Don’t match your pocket square with your tie – ever! A white pocket square can work wonders on any look. It doesn’t have to be nicely folded either.

• Make sure you know how to work a tie – and tie it well!

• Check your collar size – make sure that your shirt fits snug to your neck.

• Turn-ups on your suit trousers will take your look to another level. Just not for dinner suits!

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he Canterbury Agricultural Show is as Christchurch as the Avon and long-winded discussions about the state of the cathedral(s). There are displays and competitions that we are all familiar with: the woodchopping, equestrian trials, and the tractor drag race, to name a few.

One element that has seen a resurgence of late and a modern transformation is a competition of the porcine kind.

The pig showing section has grown year on year thanks to younger groups creating syndicates and taking on the shared responsibility of rearing a pig to enter together.

Known for their zany outfits and punny names, 2019 is sure to be another fantastic year for Canterbury’s hog aficionados.

Names of last year’s teams included: The Hairy Porkers, Hinau Hog Handlers, and Fedora Boar Importers.

James Davidson from Selwyn Swine was in a syndicate of three men last year who each got a young boar early in the year and individually raised them for the commercial boar section show in November.

The best pig come show time is the lucky entrant.

“We each raise one and have a little debate over whether anyone has a good one.”

James said the day was exciting, with a great atmosphere providing an opportunity to catch up with those in the pig rearing community.

Musing about the day, he said that you get many types because ‘any Joe Blogs can have a pig, you don’t need a big herd or farm’.

He recalled some mates raising a pig in the flat backyard in Christchurch a while back.

It’s not all easy though, the competition day means being up before sunrise to attend to the plenty of preening needed on the porkers.

“It kicks off early, there’s a bit of scrubbing, a bit of washing, and a good amount of oiling,” James says.

When quizzed on whether he could share any trade secrets, James was hesitant, but said competitors use everything from baby oil to cooking oil to get the pigs looking their best.

Catherine Sharpin from the only women’s syndicate entered last year, The Pork Pullers, had a few different techniques for making their Berkshire heritage breed pigs look tip top.

“We use some talcum powder and shoe nugget – to make the whites whiter and the darks darker. We even wear exfoliating gloves to wash them.”

The show often draws large crowds, and last year, Lynda Topp of the Topp Twins alter ego Ken judged the competition.

Dressing up has now become a mainstay of the show and Catherine credits the barbershop-like outfits to another syndicate, the Bhuja Boar Breeders, who began wearing the blazers around four years ago.

“It’s awesome, there’s probably not anything else like it at the show… it’s a fun vibe, nobody takes it too seriously,” Catherine says.

When all is done, not all pigs get to make it back to pasture (or flat backyard) – there is usually a well-earned rack of ribs just in time for barbecue season.

So, when you’re at the A&P Show this year, make the time to stop by the pig pens.

Have a root around, and you might just see something you don’t expect.

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Jess wears Morgan & Taylor Azaria Boater Hat $85; Inwear Adalia Blazer $349; Inwear Adalia Zella Cigarette Pants $199; Hispanitas Point Tie Detail Heel $299; Deadly Ponies Cub Bag $399. Sylvester wears Joe Black Pioneer Business Shirt $129; Joe Black Informer Jacket $550; Joe Black Razor Trouser $275; Julius Marlow Knock Shoe $180.

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Jess wears C/MEO Collective Nearby Mini Dress $300; Amber Sceats Ada Handbag $209; Kathryn Wilson Suzy Q Heel $389.

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IN GOOD COMPANY

Setting a trend for winning

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fter recently taking home the prestigious Global category in the recent International Design & Architecture Awards in London, TRENZSEATER’s Ben Lewis is on top of the world, and on top of the game, when it comes to interior design.

The credibility alongside such a high achievement is one that Ben is somewhat humble about. He has a genuine, infectious passion for interior design.

This was the third consecutive year Ben has been a finalist in these awards. With over 86,000 votes in total this year, the public say ends up playing a pivotal part to the final results.

“I think until you win, you are oblivious to how overwhelmed and excited you are, to have something recognised on a global stage – let alone win the competition. We have been involved with awards for many years, and each year we have come so close, so this year to make it happen was everything we could have dreamed for.”

Ben mentions this accolade would not have been possible without working with his clients, who allowed him to enter their home in the awards this year. The recognition of this award has reinforced his passion and enthusiasm for interior design.

Ben and his brother Hamish established TRENZSEATER to fulfil a niche in the market for tailor made luxury furniture. The designs are instantly recognisable, for the sophisticated layers and opulent, grand scales.

Recently, Ben’s additional projects have received international recognition too, after

also being selected as a finalist in the Andrew Martin Interior Design Review in London, and four Honourable Mentions in the renowned International Design Awards (IDA) in Los Angeles.

This has meant the company has been selected as one of 20 international designers to feature in the book ‘The World’s Leading Design Names’ for 2018 and 2019.

Ben mentions that these International accolades are a testament to the firm’s passion and enthusiasm for delivering superb results.

With three stores – Auckland, Christchurch and the newly opened Queenstown store – Ben and his teams are constantly widening their scope to offer their clients more.

“We have grown our lighting collection immensely over the last five years, which now includes our own TRENZSEATER designs. We are expanding our own range of products, as we recognise that clients like the brand. It offers exclusivity, which is important to them.”

When prompted for advice on what to consider through the design process, Ben mentions, that ‘one of the most important things to consider is a good sense of scale and proportion’.

“Without this, the space can look unbalanced. This is best achieved through the assistance of an interior designer to put together the appropriate options with interior furnishings that bring the space all together.

“I believe to have an eye for detail is important, it’s the detail which sets a design apart from the ordinary and makes it into something extraordinary.”

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TORQUE TALK

IT’S GOT RANGE

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o say Sally and Sam Hooper are busy people is definitely an understatement. Sally runs her own PR and events company and the Hoopers also run their own company developing restaurants.

With Pot Sticker Dumpling (which they developed and sold) and Sister Kong under their belt, the couple are both now creating two new ventures; Bar Yoku, and Salut! Salut!

Vino + Tapas Bar in the The Welder – a new precinct on Welles Street – the pair needed a vehicle that could handle everything a varied day in Ōtautahi’s central city can throw at you.

Enter: The Range Rover Sport HSE – the most dynamic and versatile SUV, delivering exceptional performance and outstanding capability, allowing you to navigate the Christchurch CBD with the same confidence as Coronet Peak, and offering up to 3,500kg towing capacity.

Sam and Sally are no strangers to the Range Rover brand – from a Discovery to Defenders, the brand is firmly solidified as their first choice for a family vehicle.

For Sally, running her company, Humpty Dumpty, means she’s on the road a lot. It’s all about the drive.

“On any given day, I’m visiting event spaces and carrying around supplies for clients, not to mention our daughter and her carseat, and the dogs.”

The Powerful SDV8 HSE Dynamic 4.4L diesel engine in the model driven by the Hoopers means this vehicle is lighter on the roads, and the wallet.

Sam is keen on the drive, also.

“There’s no roll. Often you find that with larger SUVs, when taking a corner, you feel like you’re driving a boat. Everything shifts to one side. Driving this is comparable to driving a car. It doesn’t feel like an SUV when you’re behind the wheel.”

This can be partly attributed to the air suspension. This delivers a sure footed and composed drive. At higher speeds, the air suspension lowers reducing drag and improving efficiency. Automatic access height, delivered through air suspension, allows occupants to more easily enter and alight by lowering the vehicle height by 50mm.

Sally mentions she loves the increased visibility from the driver’s seat. Range Rover have included a distinctive sports command driving position, which elevates the driver providing sweeping views and delivering a more confident drive. This also helps with parallel parking – something that Sally finds surprisingly easy in a vehicle of this stature.

One thing is for certain about the Range Rover Sport HSE – it’s a good looking unit.

Its low, sporty stance is enhanced by the redesigned grille, sports bonnet and vents, integrated exhaust finishers, and refined and sporty wheel choices.

Inside, the clean modern design of the interior space is complimented by enhanced ambient interior lighting. The signature cockpit has been redesigned with meticulous detail with the finest materials combined with sports detailing.

There’s also enhanced flexible storage, including an upper glove box, deep storage under the cup holders and a centre console with optional refrigeration unit. Perfect for a roadie with the family.

The Range Rover Sport range includes a choice of refined advanced petrol and diesel engines and the efficient new Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) adds the benefits of a whisper quiet electrified powertrain.

Both luxurious and practical – the Range Rover Sport HSE is a vehicle that’s designed to command attention.

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and then there are pretenders. Selling is rowing up, the month of November, a serious matter, as are the costs, so it’s and particularly Show Day, was very worthy of diligent research or an outstanding special. It represented a celebratory recommendation from a trusted friend or break in our relatively authoritarian family confidant. Bear in mind, an enthusiastic rhythm and, as I got older, it was Cup Day ‘newbie’ with a never-say-die attitude can, on that gradually became an all-important part occasion, beat seasoned realtors who lack of the calendar year. In many ways, nothing the drive or current skill set to conclude a has changed except I now see the entire successful result! city shift up a gear in November, shedding some of its natural conservatism, and there’s 2. How? always a springtime sense of optimism in the How do you get the very best price?

Canterbury air.

Everyone has their own thoughts and The property market is no different. prejudices where the method is concerned.

November is statistically one of the most I’ll start at the easy end. You do your absolute active marketing periods, with November best to present your home beautifully, listen 2018 recording 620 properties selling in the Christchurch demographic area, in an average to what your agent tells you, stage – if it’s recommended – and don’t think people can’t of 32 days. Whilst the median price at that smell dogs or smoking, because they can. time was $460,000, it’s the volume and the The easiest way to look at it is that a home short number of days to sell that I can see should sparkle. It takes a lot of work, but it’s being duplicated again in November this worth it. Now, how to sell. In the interests year. I’ll also keep my fingers crossed for an increase in the median value, along with every of my word count, I’ll skip to the chase and I’m comfortable with any criticism that my other local homeowner. choice provokes. I’d advocate auction first, So, how can you get the best price and as a means of not being limited by a price, conditions as a seller? of utilising a deadline to motivate buyers to To my mind, two elements prevail: act and of creating the prospect of achieving an unconditional contract – a benefit which 1. Who? speaks volumes.

Who do you choose, and that also means There are other options, of course: who do you trust? Is it an area specialist pricing – effective and fast if you price low, that may already have buyers active in your a killer if you price too high – deadlines, NPM, location? Is it a niche specialist – this can include agents with ‘as is’ knowledge or those the list goes on, but in 25 years and having auctioned eight times with every result familiar with the specific skill sets needed to work with apartments or complex body corps? including no bids or buyers, I still firmly believe it’s the right forum in skilled hands.

You will also need to consider the benefits of So, enjoy this magical month, every part of engaging a top performer with their proven our city is coming back together, and should sales record, however their record needs to you want uncensored and seasoned real support their rhetoric (from experience, it estate advice, I’m just a call away. doesn’t always). There are top performers 41

BY THE BOOK

Moving with the times

I Phoebe Davies Partner, Wynn Williams 027 414 9825 wynnwilliams.co.nz

t always seems to be a rough road for the agri-sector. Recent years have seen it faced with drought, low milk prices, and a change in government which has had severe knock-on implications not only for overseas investors but also for farmers themselves. The banks are tightening their LVR (loan-to-value ratios) requirements and some are looking to divest of certain agri-sectors all together.

These factors coupled with the environmental issues around freshwater management and methane production, topped off with the recent winter grazing scandals, lead to interesting times!

However, in one shape or another, farming has been around as long as humans have. To survive, it has adapted to be one of the most agile professions – in the present day, this is no different.

In recent years I’ve seen an increase in the complexity around the structure of farming businesses, with those that were once family businesses now being far more formal corporate structures which trigger the need to understand corporate governance and what each individual’s duties and liabilities are.

I have also seen an increase in syndication models, farmers, and investors coming together to own and operate farms, which

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gives an option for funding away from the typical bank debt structure.

Whilst these systems are increasingly common, it is key to ensure that they are supported by appropriate legal documentation.

Any company with more than one shareholder should have an agreement in place to govern how the entity will be operated. When drafting these agreements there are three areas that I believe are the most significant.

Firstly, who will have the right to appoint the directors? This could be all of the shareholders or just those with over a certain level of ownership.

Secondly, what actions cannot be carried out without all shareholders, or a certain threshold of shareholders’ consent?

Lastly, how will each party exit the business? Not everyone will wish to exit at exactly the same time and it is imperative that the agreement has a mechanism to deal with this, whether a stake can be sold to a third party, the other shareholders buy them out, or if certain assets are sold to facilitate an exit.

In my opinion, the agri-sector is more legally complex than ever before. This makes it critical that clients obtain the correct advice from an experienced professional that also understands the industry.

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their juices. Barefoot is completely vegan and vegetarian, also.

After taking the hospitality industry by storm, with institution Sister Kong and past culinary venture Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar, Sam and Sally Hooper have now paired up with ex-All Black Andy Ellis, who after living in the Wagyu capital of Japan, ensures only the best Wagyu beef passes over the grill at Bar Yoku… what a combination.

Sally and Sam also have Salut! Salut! on site – inspired by their travels to Spain, Salut!

Salut! is a toast that means “to good health” and is inspired by the tradition of sobremesa: a post-meal interlude for chatting, relaxing, and digesting your food. Salut Salut to that!

The Welder isn’t afraid of carbs, and neither is the team at Grizzly Baked Goods. They don’t believe in shortcuts and, unlike any bread or baked goods you’ll find in a local supermarket, no nasty additives lie within the dough. In the same vein, Two Raw Sisters have a mission to change the perceptions of plant-based food.

Savvy sisters Margo and Rosa Flanagan will provide tasty morsels whipped up and served over the counter.

With Welles Street and Earl tucked under his belt, Tom Newfield is no stranger to the buzzing city scene, and it’s only fitting that the South Town resident set up shop in The Welder.

And finally, who doesn’t feel better when they look their best? Corkin + friends offer hair services, to make sure you stay looking good.

Some days you might come for yoga and a salad, and other days you might eat cupcakes and drink beer. Now, that’s what you call balance; it’s The Welder’s idea of balance too!

n 2 November, you can come celebrate the grand opening of The Welder – the first-ever health and wellbeing centre of this scale in the country. The launch event, ‘Well-Fest’, promises to be a day long festival that celebrates all elements of wellness. From sunrise yoga and cold press juice shots to plant-based cooking workshops, meditation to declutter classes. Events are on until well past sunset, ending with the celebration of the Rugby World Cup – kicking off in the secret garden with yakitori and Asahi beer.

So, who will you find at The Welder?

Husband, pro-rugby player and dad to two girls, Tim Bateman is bringing us New Zealand’s largest Modern Wellness Centre with O Studio. Get the most from your body and mind, using a range of yoga, flotation, meditation, ice-baths, infrared saunas, and personalised coaching programmes.

GoodFor make shopping sustainably easy with a plastic-free shopping experience that allows you to stock up on your pantry goods without the wasteful packaging that comes with it. Why? Because the world needs more trees! Each time you shop, they plant one.

The Great Pastry Shop is helmed by dynamic duo Rhiannon and Elsie; who you may have encountered at the Christchurch Farmers’ Market on a Saturday morning, or the Arts Centre Makete on Sundays. This is ‘where you can expect refined indulgence, not blind indulgence’.

Barefoot Eatery is paving the way in organic, plant-based and cold-pressed juice.

Will and Katie of Greenroots Juicery are behind this venture and are well known for

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fter close to a decade of dormancy, one outstanding menu and barista coffee; with a of the most iconic Ōtautahi landmarks full selection of craft beer, fine wine, and spirits. has finally been given a new lease Menu highlights include the Roast Vege of life. Served alongside this reinvigorated Stack – this is a pile of roasted vegetables second-coming is an exciting new café, bar and on an olive puree, topped with roasted vine function centre in a Gothic-style teahouse. tomatoes and finished with whipped feta; The Sign of the Takahē is a part of notable complemented by a tomato relish. The naturalist and visionary Harry Ell’s legacy to dinner menu boasts an array of choices, from Christchurch. The building itself – designed ‘Harry Ell’s Ribeye Steak’ to a confit Chicken as a ‘rest house’ to provide refreshments to Maryland on a cauli puree, and a creamy roast those exploring the Port Hills scenic reserve – is pumpkin risotto – with toasted pine nuts, feta, highly significant, both in terms of architecture, and spinach with parmesan. There’s even a and aesthetics as an example of Neo-Gothic pizza menu, to keep the kids happy. romanticism from the 20th century. It’s one of With a tantalising menu, a fresh take on Ell’s four stone rest houses, comprising Sign of food and coffee, in a setting many consider the Kiwi, Bellbird, and Packhorse Hut. an integral part of Christchurch’s landscape, Proprietor Andy Male has taken on the it’s a destination to put on your list for the challenge of the ‘rebirth’ – with a promise of an summer months. signofthetakahe.co.nz

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ices and Virtues is touted as the ‘perfect place to meet, greet and eat’. As part of Salisbury Street’s new Sudima Hotel – potentially one of the most stunning new hotel offerings in our central city – you’ll find a varied menu full of taste, and style.

The ethos behind Vices and Virtues is to aim for zero waste. This is also the policy with the hotel, offering biodegradable accessories. The majority (if not all) of the meat in the kitchen is cooked by way of sous vide, preserving the authenticity of the flavour, and minimising waste and pollution.

Our entrees were impressive – Mushroom Four Ways with porcini cocoa soil, portobello ketchup, pickled enoki, truffle pâté, black garlic, and radicchio. Also ordered was the Fresh Catch West Coast Blue Fin Tuna – fresh furikake crusted seared tuna with torched orange, edamame, avocado, and a chilli ponzu. We were off to a good start.

For our mains, we settled on the chicken and lamb – the former being a sous vide chicken breast, popcorn chicken, silk parsnip

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purée, brussels sprouts with a cured yolk, and parsnip crisps.

A Silere lamb rump which was also sous vide: harissa, pea purée, crunchy polenta crusted goat cheese, pickled raisins, charred broccolini, with crisp pea feathers.

The mains are artfully presented and delicate, with smatterings of garnish and sauce haloed around the plate – at first glance you may feel the serving is on the smaller side, but once you’ve finished, I guarantee you’ll be satisfied.

Dessert was shared (was this wise? I could have polished this off solo) – we opted for the Valrhona Chocolate Decadence – this is a 70 per cent dark chocolate pave, 32 per cent blond dulcey mousse, marinated strawberries, cinder toffee, mint gel.

The staff at Vices and Virtues really make the place. They’re incredibly attentive and knowledgeable about what they’re serving.

David, the restaurant manager mentioned that the aim of the restaurant was stick to values of a five-star offering, but with affordable prices.

Vices and Virtues have done exactly that.

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Canterbury fish CHERMOULA HUMMUS, SAFFRON DATE COUSCOUS, AND CARROT AND FETA SALAD

Antony Page, Executive Chef at 50 Bistro at The George leads the cuisine team designing seasonal menus using the best of local produce, as well as health-wise cuisine options.

“We’re looking to Morroco for this summer-inspired fish dish. For your fresh fish we suggest you try Theo’s, What a Catch or Little Fish Co. in the newly opened Riverside Market. We suggest you serve this dish with a chilled white wine or your favourite beer.

A refreshing gin and tonic with a sprig of mint and cucumber is also a winner.”

4 fillets of local fresh fish Chermoula hummus ¼ bunch coriander 2 garlic cloves 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 lemon, juice squeezed and skin zested 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp ground cumin ¼ red chilli (or more if you like it spicy) 50 ml olive oil salt to taste 1 small can drained chickpeas Saffron date couscous 1 cup of Israeli couscous 0.5 gm saffron or ½ tsp of turmeric small handful of dates chopped and soaked in mint tea 2 tbsp olive oil Carrot feta salad 1–2 carrots, peeled 50 gm feta small handful of mint pinch of sumac 50

To make the chermoula hummus, combine all ingredients in a blender and whizz to smooth and hummus-like in texture, appearance and taste. You may need to add a touch of hot water or more oil to get it smooth and creamy (the hot water is the trick here).

For the couscous, cook like pasta in lots of salted water with the saffron or turmeric, drain, and add to a large bowl with the dates and olive oil.

For the carrot salad, grate the carrot and dress with olive oil, lemon juice and a pinch of sumac, then crumble in the feta and add the chopped mint. Leave at room temperature to serve.

Cook the fish in a super hot pan with oil and salt (no pepper here).

Simply spread the hummus on the plate with the couscous and carrot salad, or put all into bowls or plates and serve with flatbreads for a sharing style dinner. thegeorge.com

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On tapas Delicious dishes for those never-ending summer nights.

THE CURATOR’S HOUSE

THE CUBAN

MOSAIC BY SIMO

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Food

4/5

Food

4/5

Food

4/5

Wine

4.5/5

Drinks

4/5

Drinks

4/5

Vibe

3.5/5

Vibe

Vibe

4/5

Value

4/5

In one of the more idyllic settings for a long running food establishment, The Curator’s House offers Spanish fare and an à la carte menu for a refined dining experience.

The Tapas Tasting Platter is $29 and is ideal for two to share. Add a few more tapas as we did, for a full meal. This platter comprises chorizo, chicken and serrano ham croqueta balls, calamari, a broad bean salad with quinoa and feta, pork and beef meatballs with mushroom sauce, and patatas bravas. We added meatballs, and the Chuletas de cordero a la parrilla, a spring lamb loin chops chargrilled with gourmet potatoes and an aromatic olive oil drizzle. Another authentic tapas experience, in the heart of our city. Felicidades!

Value

3.5/5

Value

4/5

An unapologetically urban offering in the middle of St Asaph Street, The Cuban is a relaxed venue for a large group of friends or a family get-together. It’s classic Cuban street food in a fun, casual dining atmosphere. It boasts a great mix of tapas with a soul food twist – with items such as fried chicken and ribs on the menu. We ordered the jerk chicken wings with banana salsa, sour cream, and pomegranate molasses; the ceviche, cured in lime and coconut with corn chips on the side; chargrilled baby back ribs, and croquettes stuffed with roast pepper and garlic. The only downside was the slightly longer wait time, apart from that, The Cuban will have you spiced out, and satisfied.

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4.5/5

Moroccan-born chef Simo Abbari brings a world of exciting flavours to locals here in Christchurch. Offering a variety of deli cabinet food, and hot dishes for lunch and dinner options – we opted for the former and popped in on a quiet mid-week afternoon. The tapas options here are plentiful, with a Moroccan twist – our platter was artfully displayed with plenty of colour and texture. A standout was the falafel – tasty, crisp, and light and fluffy all in the right places. There’s something to be said about owner-operated delicatessens; one could imagine the spirited family dynamic behind the scenes. All in all, Mosaic is worth a visit for takeout or a nice bite to eat, and maybe stock up with some Mediterranean supplies for later.

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top pick VESUVIO vesuvio.co.nz

Food

4.5/5

Wine

4.5/5

Vibe

5/5

Value

4.5/5

You can’t review tapas in Christchurch without visiting Vesuvio. An institution on the Ōtautahi restaurant scene for aeons, Vesuvio offer live music, great wine and exceptionally delicious food. We dived right into the Chargrilled Tapas menu and ended up with a table full of chargrilled Moroccan lamb with cilantro and harissa aioli; chargrilled mushrooms with figs, walnuts, and buffalo feta; chargrilled halloumi and pancetta parcels. At about $20 per dish, you’ve got enough to snack on without breaking the bank, and the option to order more as you go is there. It is tapas,

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after all! There are bar boards to be ordered as well, with breads and olives and the like. We ordered several different wines between the four of us – the stand out being the Riverbone Sauvignon from The Boneline: crisp and fruity with a spicy oak component. There’s something about the way Vesuvio offers food that feels so authentic. The team has nailed simple pairings that are so flavoursome. The music is great, the setting is secluded, and the place feels like it’s part of the community. It’s just what the doctor ordered, on a lazy sunny afternoon in Christchurch. Thanks for having us, Vesuvio.

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KINROSS PINOT NOIR

CURIOUS DRY GIN

Capital Cider Co. are the newest kids on the cider block. Coming from Nelson, the oldest apple growing region in New Zealand, the team behind Capital includes winemaker Trudy Shield who uses her years of wine making training to ensure the ciders are treated with intense care. With no added sugar, concentrate or water, this medium-sweet cider comprises of only apple juice and yeast.

The newly released Kinross ‘Kilted Pioneer’ Pinot Noir 2018 is produced with grapes grown in the stunning Waitaki region. With soil types most similar to Burgundy in France, this wine is very special. Beautifully made by wine celebrity Grant Taylor, who has won Best Pinot Noir In The World a staggering four times! This wine is limited edition with only 90 cases produced.

Curious Dry is a gin to show your class while you have a flutter at Show Week. Bright and herbaceous, locally crafted and newly rebranded, Curious Dry offers a classical styled Dry Gin. Along with the finest imported juniper needed to make it a gin, Curious Dry is made using just four NZ native botanicals: tarata, kawakawa, horopito, manuka. As Kiwi as a gin can get!

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WHISKY GALORE A Christchurch icon that takes specialisation to a new level, Whisky Galore prides itself on the knowledge and service of a bygone era. Established in 1993 by owners Michael and Stella Fraser Milne in their woolshed, Whisky Galore has become the “happy place” for whisky aficionados and experience seekers alike. Now at 834 Colombo Street, the shop carries a selection in excess of 1100 different whiskies, all of which are also available on their website. The team at Whisky Galore is completely engaged with the industry. It is a colourful industry full of great characters and delightful stories which they are happy to share. Whisky Galore presents tastings most weeks at the shop and all around New Zealand to share this fabulous, mindful drink with you. whiskygalore.nz

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HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

Ciara LYTTELTON

“I’ve always been my own person and I think Unlimited (Ao Tawhiti) has suited me best for that. I’ve never enjoyed uniforms or the formality of most schools and Unlimited gives me the freedom to pursue what I’m actually interested in. I suppose everything is optional and – how do I put this – it makes things less of a chore and more of a choice. So even if I’m taking maths it’s something I put myself into rather than something I have to do.

“I suppose my passion is activism. And I know that’s super broad, but I think it’s really about empowering people to do what they want to do – whatever that is – if it is fighting for a better future for themselves, or even just living a normal life.

“I’ve taken a lot of time off school during term two working with the school strike for climate change group and school has been just totally cool with that, which is wonderful.

We have been campaigning for a more ambitious Zero-Carbon Bill in NZ, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2040 and also for more education around climate change.

“If I’m listening to the radio or the news, I’m hearing all these horrifying statistics and it conflicts so harshly with the life I’m living now.

It’s not something I can ignore.

“I find so many people don’t understand what’s happening all around the world. We live in our own little internet bubbles. I think it’s important to learn as much as you possibly can and then learn how to cope with the knowledge.

“I think Civics should be taught in all schools.

I think it’s so important to know that you actually have power as a citizen even though it may not feel like it – and as a consumer, we have so much power if we only realise how to wield it. Be an active citizen and as boring as that sounds, it’s incredibly important.”

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