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AUTUMN 2019 The Bucket List: Climb the Mt! p 13

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Regional Innovation: Crankworx p 18 Easter Kids Fun p 32

Fifty Shades of Green p 49

THE LOCALS' BUSINESS & LIFESTYLE DIGEST

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irst “Hellos” can be met with both excitement and nervousness – but ours is nothing less than electric. The name may be new on the street, but our ninetyblack team have served Bay of Plenty and Taupō businesses since 1997. So why launch a wider regional magazine? Well after celebrating two years of 33Thirty magazine – our local Taupō digest – we wanted to carve deeper connections between our communities.

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Storytelling brings us together and creates closeness. So, we are setting out to unite and ignite readers with local content and featured articles that span retail, hospitality, health, wellbeing and tourism industries. Providing new thought for old ideas, fresh perspectives for mind, body and soul and trend speak beyond colour palettes and tapware. With connection at the fore, is set to share insights and inspiration from local businesses, mentors, volunteers, groups and good sorts – we’ve got plenty of passionate people to engage. Just as physicist Joseph Henry discovered ‘Henry’ electromagnetic induction in the 1800s, we’re proud local publicists aiming to channel discovery and companionship through our pages. It’s great to meet you, let’s connect.

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Events for Everyone!

Tauranga's Changing Tunes

Event Showcase Season's Highlights

Climb Mount Maunganui

Prince's Gate Hotel

Mayor Greg Brownless

What's On

Turning the Heat Up in Kitchen Design

What's Hot

How Do You Celebrate 2019-Style?

#LOVETAUPO

Shave for a Cure

Renovating? Don’t Overcapitalise if You’re Planning to Sell

The Art of CNC

Mayor David Trewavas

Autumn 2019 Events Calendar

On the Road to Where? One highway, its horrors and those on a mission to help

The Story of Building a Brand

Rachael Webber

The Bucket List

If Walls Could Talk ...

Celebrating Crankworx How it all Rolled Out ...

Get on Ya Bike! Must do MTB Trails

Geoff (Snow) Rameka and Dinny Haumoana Snowdon-Rameka Good Sorts

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Top Marks for Team Building Why a Day Out is More Than Just a Free Lunch

Crossword Can You Solve it?

Egg-cellent Easter Kids Fun

Creating a Fashion Empire Kelly Coe

#henrytrends

Lifestyle Spotlight

March Awareness

Central Sheetmetals

Runaway Building Reining in Your Project Before You Press Go

Fifty Shades of Green

The Heat is On

Smoked Fish Pate

Insta Curation

table of contents autumn '19

Kitchens R Us

Greenwashing

BBQ Your Way to the Top

Autmun Recipe

Let’s Get Social!

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s the weather starts cooling down here in Taupō, things are heating up with this first edition of

Our bumper events calendar is bulging at the seams as we look forward to more events in and around our great district. With events in mind, the easiest way to find out what’s going on is to check out www.lovetaupo.com. As the unofficial events capital of New Zealand, we hold over 400 different things each year – we really do have something for everyone! Following hot on the heels of summer, Easter is just around the corner and will be here before we know it. We can still expect plenty of visitors and locals alike getting around the place. I’m constantly amazed by the stories I hear about us rolling out the red carpet for all who visit. Heading into the cooler months doesn’t mean hibernation! We have many other wonderful opportunities for events and indoor activities if it suits you, with fantastic swimming and fitness facilities at AC Baths, and a wonderful museum with varied exhibits too. Add on the great shopping around Taupō and the close proximity of Turangi and Mangakino, you can fill in a few days pretty well! Among these fantastic towns and everywhere in between are our many local businesses, catering to everyone with accommodation, cuisine and even a sneaky cappuccino to suit all tastes and budgets. To all of you that provide these services to visitors and locals alike, thank you! If you’re a visitor to our fine district, stay a while and enjoy this hospitality, we really do love having guests. Now feel free to sit back and relax for a bit and explore another first to come out of Taupō – !

David Trewavas MAYOR, TAUPŌ DISTRICT COUNCIL

Tauranga’s changing tunes

ongratulations to magazine on their first issue. It’s great to have a range of publications in our city offering different information and perspectives to our community, and I’m glad that we as a council can contribute to these discussions. I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate the University of Waikato on opening their stunning new campus on Durham Street in February. The University will add to the vibrancy of our rapidly changing city centre.

It’s quite a different cityscape out there from when I first entered the council chambers in the early 2000s. Construction all around the city is incredible, and just demonstrates how many people want to live and work here. Our challenge is to ensure that we provide the infrastructure needed to keep up with all the growth. One of the many reasons our city is so appealing is the fantastic range of events we offer year-round. We’ve got some exciting events coming up – including the 57th National Jazz Festival at Easter. I'm particularly hoping to see the performances of the talented Hollie Smith and and New York saxophonist Dick Oatts. If you’re not already following the My Tauranga website, check it out to keep up with all our city’s events.

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I’d like to close off by thanking our community for your commitment to conserving water during this incredibly hot summer we’ve had. As tempting as it is to turn the sprinkler on, we’ve noticed that you have made a concerted effort to save water during our restriction period. It seems we’re not alone in water restrictions, with many councils around the country doing the same thing. It’s a good reminder to us all to conserve as many of our natural resources as we can.

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event showcase 5-7 APR

13-28 APR

Taupō Home & Garden Show

2019 NZSBK Championship

Taupō Monster Bike Sale

 Fri, 5 April – Sun, 7 April, Fri & Sat, 10am – 5pm; Sun, 10am – 4pm  Great Lake Centre, Taupō  Adults $6, Gold Card Friday $3, Under 16 Free  homeandgardenshow.co.nz

 Sat, 6 April – Sun, 7 April, 9am – 5pm  Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park, Taupō  Weekend passes: Adults $25, Kids free  brucemclarenmotorsportpark.com

 Sat, 13 April – Sun, 28 April  Participating bike retailers, Taupō town and Turangi  taupomonsterbikesale.com

The final showdown! Round 5 is the last round of the 2019 NZSBK Championship – titles will be won and lost, champions will be crowned and on-track action will be tightly fought, dramatic, and spectacular.

Discover New Zealand’s biggest bike sale these April school holidays! All the brands, all the stores, and all the best local knowledge.

It’s all about ideas! Artisan foods, plants, outdoor living, spas, kitchens, electric bikes, flooring, building, renovating and more! Over 160 fabulous exhibitors, exclusive show specials and prizes to be won. Enjoy a wonderful day out and leave inspired for your next project. Pre-purchase your tickets at eventfinda.co.nz. Door sales are also available.

6-7 APR

NZSBK is set to be summer’s hottest ticket, with five weekends of high-octane entertainment and action-packed racing at the country’s premier motorsport circuits.

Plus, go in the draw to win one of two epic cycling holidays in Taupō with selected purchases. The Taupō Monster Bike Sale will be on at Pack & Pedal, CPCycles (Taupō and Turangi), Torpedo7, Huka Cycles and Top Gear Cycles. And due to popular demand, The Red Bike Treasure Hunt is back for 2019! This year the treasure hunt is set to expand into Turangi and Mangakino – more trails, more prizes and more activities to keep the kids happy these holidays! The treasure hunt is on from 13 to 28 April. Check website for details.

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CRUISE YOUR WAY!

IS ADVENTURE AND DISCOVERY MORE YOUR STYLE?

MAY

Rotorua Marathon  Sat, 4 May  Government Gardens, Rotorua  07 348 3301  rotoruamarathon.co.nz

The Rotorua Marathon starts with a spine-chilling haka, before runners and walkers travel past geothermal activity, through the world-famous redwoods of Whakarewarewa Forest, or complete a full lap of the entire picturesque Lake Rotorua if you go the full distance. Runners and walkers can choose from a full marathon, off-road half marathon, 10km or 5km fun run. A distance for everyone to target and have that sense of achievement. The Rotorua Marathon is set in the perfect location to wrap a weekend getaway around the event.

26 MAY

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The Bay of Plenty Wedding Show  Sun, 26 May, 10am – 3pm, Fashion show starting at 1pm  Trustpower Arena, BayPark, Mount Maunganui  thebayofplentyweddingshow.co.nz

Imagine a full day, conveniently located, a one-stop-shop for everything you need for the most important day of your life! It’s the largest Wedding Show in the Bay of Plenty. Experience the fun, the excitement and the glamour at the Bay of Plenty’s No.1 Wedding Show! Featuring over 100 exhibitors with everything from gowns, jewellery, hair & make-up, photographers, venues, caterers and so much more. Be in to win fantastic prizes and giveaways and have a fun day out!

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events what's on March Music at the Rotunda 2019  Every Sunday in March  Government Gardens, Rotorua

The Little Big Markets (Mount)  3 February  Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui

Rhythms of Ireland  5 February  rhythmsofireland.com  Tauranga

The Small Print

 20 February – 1 April  Taupō Museum, Taupō

Progression

 2 March – 8 April  Taupō Museum, Taupō

Tauranga Home Show  5 March  taurangahomeshow.co.nz  Mount Maunganui

Circus Aotearoa

 8 – 10 March  circusaotearoa.co.nz  Taupō

Classic Car Display

 9 March  Tongariro North Domain, Taupō

Taupō Wellbeing Market  9 – 10 March  wellbeingmarkets.co.nz  Taupō

IronMaori Taupō-Nui-a-Tia  16 March  ironmaori.com  Taupō

BFA Crank it @ Craters

 16 March  eventpromotions.co.nz/crank-it-at-craters  Taupō

The Little Big Markets (Papamoa)

 16 March  Papamoa Pony Club, Mount Maunganui

Rotorua Walking Festival  16 March  rotoruawalkingfestival.org.nz

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Generation Homes Legend of the Lake (Ocean Swim Series)  16 March  oceanswim.co.nz/events/

legend-of-the-lake-rotorua/  Rotorua

Two Rooks COLA Summer Drift Matsuri

 16 – 17 March  brucemclarenmotorsportpark.com  Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park, Taupō

Marra Sprint Triathlon

 17 March  triathlontauranga.org.nz/events/marra/  Mount Maunganui

Kids Day Out Show  18 March  kidsdayoutvariety.co.nz  Taupō

Crankworx Rotorua

 18 March  crankworx.com/rotorua/tickets/  Rotorua

Baches to Beautiful Homes Tour  23 March  bachestobeautifulhomestourtaupo.org  Taupō

Food For Thought: Rescued Food Festival

Waste Free Living Workshop – With Kate Meads  26 March  thenappylady.co.nz  Taupō

Operatunity – Daytime Concert Series  27 March  operatunity.co.nz  Taupō

Monster Mountain Bike Challenge  30 March  monstermtb.org.nz  Taupō

Gincredible

 30 March  bopginfestival.co.nz  Tauranga

New Zealand Water Ski Racing Association National Champs  30 – 31 March  Mangakino Lake Front Reserve,

Lake Maraetai, Mangakino

April Rotorua Marathon  5 April  rotoruamarathon.co.nz  Rotorua

Taupō Home & Garden Show  5 – 7 April  homeandgardenshow.co.nz  Taupō

Taupō Te Wheke Challenge

 23 March  Our Place, 91 Willow Street, Tauranga

 13 April  Lake Front Reserve, Taupō

Tutus on Tour 2019

Earth Day Litter Pick Up

 25 March  rnzb.org.nz  Taupō

 13 April  Lakefront/ Marina, Taupō

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“Totally Dependable” Tattoo & Art Extravaganza  13 April  tattooextravaganza.nz  Mount Maunganui

Second Hand Bike Sale – Proceeds to Kids Bike Taupō  13 April, 9am – 12pm

 Tongariro North Domain, Taupō

The Extravaganza Fair  13 – 14 April  extravaganzafair.co.nz  Taupō

Powerchair Football Championships  13 – 16 April  waibopfootball.co.nz  Taupō

NZ Veteran Table Tennis  18 – 22 April  tabletennis.org.nz  Taupō

Easterfest

 18 – 21 April  easterfest.nz  Taupō

The Little Big Markets (Mount)  20 April  Mount Maunganui

Earth Day – Nationwide  22 April  Lakefront/ Marina, Taupō

ANZAC Day Service  25 April  Cenotaph, Taupō

May The Big Bike Film Night  3 May  bigbikefilmnight.nz  Taupō

57th National Jazz Festival  4 May  jazz.org.nz  Tauranga

Nashville Live  4 May

 stetsongroup.com  Mount Maunganui

Antique & Collectors Fair  4 –5 May  Hotel Armitage, Tauranga

Ice Skate Tour

 6 May  iceskatetour.co.nz  Rotorua

NZ Male Choir Concert

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Capital E National Theatre Company  14 May  capitale.org.nz  Taupō

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The Bucket List

Climb Mount Maunganui

ount Maunganui (Mauao) – one of the Bay’s most famous landmarks. Iconic, breath taking scenery and a fitness challenge – no wonder this triple threat’s Summit Walk and Base Track Walk ended up on our bucket list. Having not done it for 15 years, we sent Dee on a trip UP memory lane to rediscover what all the fuss is about ... Fast-forward near two decades and while my scene may have changed (with children and armfuls of togs, towels and drink bottles) the scene at the Mount has not – it remains a popular hub for locals and visitors alike, with people moving up and down the mountain all day. So, my tribe donned hats, sun screen and jandals, and we began our trek up this historical Pā site, to the 232m-high summit (for an easier option, you can walk the 3.4km base track). We took the northern track beginning by the Surf Lifesaving Club. You follow the board walk up past the campground, up the stone steps and take the track to your right heading upwards. We decided not to take the steep stairs (four-year-old’s in tow), weaving around the north eastern side wasn’t difficult in jandals and the shade from native tea tree was appreciated!

Despite the January midday heat, the slippery jandals and trailing tribe, this was an enjoyable experience! Not as steep as I remembered – there was no stopping to catch breath – and the breeze picked up closer to the summit. At the top, achievement and relief (for some!), the perfect selfie spot, and it’s the perfect place to catch sunrise or sunset. For many locals, this is their daily exercise. Whilst the view from the summit is spectacular and far reaching – the Papamoa hills twinkling in the background and surfers bobbing in the water on main beach – it was looking out to Matakana Island and Waihi that took our breath away. Stretching 60 kilometres, the island protects the entrance to Tauranga harbour, and is the 15th largest island in New Zealand waters. Didn’t know that!

in 1888. Women were intention behind its construction! Ladies were struggling with their dresses when disembarking off the boats at Pilot Bay – they were long and trailing. With the new jetty, boats could moor alongside and allow the ladies to gracefully depart without dipping their hems. Sorted! My takeaways from our climb? I can appreciate why its popularity still sticks. It has plenty of interesting things to spot, you can choose your pathway to match your mood, group and footwear. It’s alive with history and no matter what your age, its beauty can be appreciated from every angle.

What else? While descending down the Pilot Bay side of the mountain, we spotted a seal just off the rocks. Typically, seals will leisure around Mauao in July, alongside blue penguins, and are historically a sign of a healthy environment. If you’re lucky, you may spot an orca swimming in the harbour too! My partner pointed out the remains of the historic stone jetty constructed at the base of Mauao 13

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 Erin Harrison

If walls could talk ...

Prince’s Gate Hotel ’s Erin took a trip back in time to Rotorua’s historic Prince’s Gate Hotel. From its Waihi birthplace to a new life by the lake, the Prince’s Gate Hotel has travelled far and hosted a plenty – miners, soldiers, celebrities – with its story still unfolding today.

The origins of the hotel In 1897 Waihi was a bustling town filled with gold miners and visitors. Accommodation supply was down, and the New Central Hotel (as it was known back then) was specifically built to meet demand and cater to the masses. Unfortunately, prohibition closed the hotel’s bar in 1909, and by 1917 the hotel was no longer a buzz with patrons. However, instead of fading into the background, the hotel was dismantled, transported – via railway – and reassembled in Rotorua, a fast-expanding tourist mecca and the perfect spot to reinvent and start over.

boutique hotel playing host to many glamorous events over the years. But with the Prince’s Gate retaining much of its character, those looking for a touch of yesteryear can still indulge their delights by having dinner in one of the grand banquet rooms, or even say ‘I do’ under a chandelier on the staircase – a ̀ la vintage wedding. It’s an opportunity to feel a part of history, especially when you find out it was used as a hospital during the First and Second World Wars. Intrigue abounds when venturing further into the hotel, past its individually decorated rooms that bear no resemblance to what we expect from accommodation of the 21st Century. In 1945 it was noted in the newspaper that it had both hot and cold water in every room.

You can bet if that wasn’t the case today, there would be stern words to management! Today, the hotel still stands proud and dependable, as it always has been, with just some tweaks here and there to meet the needs of the modern-day traveller. And with a new owner on board, they want to encourage more of the Rotorua community to be a part of this historical building. Angela Stuart, Events and Marketing Manager, says that Prince’s Gate is not just for guests and tourists, it’s also for locals. “Even if you live here, you are welcome to come and dine here – drop in anytime for a drink at the Dukes bar, a high tea, or for breakfast, lunch and dinner. People think that just because we are a hotel, they aren’t allowed in, but Prince’s Gate is a part of Rotorua’s history, and we want to share that with everyone, especially locals.”

In 1921, it was reopened and renamed the Prince’s Gate Hotel – due to its location alongside the wooden arches in front of Government Gardens and the Rotorua Museum.

And the hotel today? A walk of the halls paints a picture of life the way it used to be, with the 15

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to bring together a team of literally hundreds. From establishing a board, to recruiting 200 volunteers, they also had to secure $1.8million dollars to get the event up and running. Fortunately, when time came for the festival to touch down, March 2015, everyone was ready. However, ticket sales were tracking lower than expected – although there was hope that the big event on the Sunday would attract the crowds – but then came the rain.

Celebrating Crankworx

“We didn’t even know if the event was going to be able to run, let alone that people would come along to see it,” says Tak.

How it all rolled out ... I

t may be hard to believe the reason Crankworx made it to New Zealand was because of someone eavesdropping on a conversation – but it was. And while that’s not the whole story, the rumour mill certainly played a part in bringing one of the hottest international events on the annual mountain biking calendar down to Rotorua. “A mate was in a café in Australia and overheard a conversation about Crankworx potentially heading there,” recalls Tak Mutu, the event director of Crankworx Rotorua. “He got on the phone to us here in New Zealand and we coldcalled Darren Kinnaird, the GM of Crankworx, to say ‘You should bring Crankworx to Rotorua!’” To which the reply was, “Yeah sure, but where’s Rotorua?” chuckles Tak. Not one to sit around wasting time, Tak whipped out his personal credit card, got Darren on a plane down to New Zealand and within 24 hours of

being in Rotorua, he said “Yup, this is the new home of Crankworx.” But, what actually sold it to him was the people, explains Tak. “Yes, we have amazing trails – some of the best in the world – but Darren couldn’t believe how friendly everyone was. We went out to Eat Streat the first night he arrived and he actually thought I had staged actors to talk to him about Crankworx and mountain biking! I said ‘Nah, it’s just our town bro.’” For Tak, convincing Darren to bring down Crankworx was the easy part. What came next was eight months of incredibly hard (but enjoyable) work,

“There were literally helicopters flying in the air to see if there would be a weather break. Finally, we got the news we were waiting for – there was one more rain band coming through and then there’d be a threeand-a-half-hour window of clearer skies.” Someone must have been shining down on Crankworx Rotorua that day, because after a five-minute torrential downpour, it stopped, the riders got to drop in for a warm up and the final races were ready to be run. The only thing missing? An audience. “Our team was out with brooms and leaf blowers drying the tracks, but what we didn’t have was crowds,” recalls Tak. “Then one of the guys called out, ‘Bro, have you seen what is happening down the bottom?’ There were lines of people, not cars, people – out of Skyline and all along the road. The highway patrol had to bring in more units from Tauranga to help and that day we literally sold 1000s of tickets. It was the best way to finish such an epic event.” And as they say, the rest is history.

ur region has some of the best trails in the world and it’s something we are just so damn proud of! So, here’s our team's round-up of the best 10 (not in any order). If you have any other suggestions, join our conversation on Facebook. 1 The Rotorua Inner Core Network at the Redwoods – including Tahi, Creek and Dipper: We rate this loop/ connection as a great one for a family ride with the kids. 2 Motu Trails, Opotiki: There are a variety of sections here, but The Dunes Trail is along the beach and is super family-friendly. 3 Whirinaki Forest Mountain Bike Track: What’s a good trail without an epic ride through a forest! It doesn’t get any more spectacular than this one in the Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park, 90km southeast of Rotorua. 4 Rainbow Mountain: No doubt a challenging ride (the first 4.7km is a solid climb) but well worth it according to a couple of our master riders. 5 Eagle vs. Shark: The trail’s designer and builder Jeff Carter wanted his family to love riding this one, so it has super long rolling traverses that provide that feeling of surfing along a wave. You can coast the whole trail and natural speed control is accomplished with grade reversals. 6 W2K (Great Lake Trail): One of Taupō’s most popular long trails (13km), this one takes you all the way to Kinloch and back (if you haven’t organised a car pickup). Kinloch is a great place to have a pitstop, and if you’re feeling super re-energised,  Erin Harrison

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you can also include the headland loop which adds an extra 9.5km. 7 Waihaha – Waihora (Great Lake Trail): This one-day trail has some spectacular lookouts and you finish at a beautiful secluded beach where you can have a swim – well worth the trip! Turn around and head back on your bike (if you’re feeling up to it) or you can get a boat transfer. 8 Timber Trail: Now that you can hire e-bikes, this trail has become more accessible to riders of all ages and fitness levels. It’s a stunner, but at 84km, you’ll need to pack a bag with plenty of water for this one. 9 Te Kōtukutuku: A new familyfriendly trail along the Green Lake in Rotorua, launched late last year. Just a short one (2.8km) but a good length for little legs, with some incredible views along the way. 10 Huka Falls to Aratiatia Dam Loop: This grade 2 – 3 trail in Taupō runs alongside the mighty Waikato River and is an incredibly scenic ride. If a 14km return ride isn’t long enough, you can always head right back into Taupō town.

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They’re a couple of good sorts:

Geoff (Snow) Rameka and Dinny Haumoana Snowdon-Rameka

 Erin Harrison

“It is about taking a family approach to everything – our door is always open.” Now a teacher at Taupō-nu-a Tia College, Geoff – with Dinny by his side – is able to provide his students with both the confidence to perform and guidance for all those hard bits of growing up.

very community has a few humble folk – those who will help others around them any way they can. Most of the time they’re not even aware of the positive impact they make. So, we thought it was time to turn the tables ... This issue, we’d like to introduce you to Geoff (Snow) Rameka and his wife Dinny. This Taupō couple have been spreading the goodwill for years – leading cultural performances, teaching Kapa Haka, and getting involved in the community across the board. “Sometimes I am Robin and Dinny is Batman,” says Geoff. “And sometimes it is the other way around, but what is important is that we play a dual role in everything we do.” Born and bred in Taupō, Geoff met Dinny at college and soon after they married, they began a career in the Armed Forces. Then, after 20 years, it was time for Geoff to explore his second love – teaching. The Rameka family spent time in Dinny’s family home in Tauranga, where they both worked at a local school. And, just as they’ve done in every town they’ve lived, they got involved in the community.

“We go on a journey with students. People come and tell us, ‘thank you for being there for my daughter/ son’,” he explains. “To us, these are just life things. To be a nice person. I think that is why we like being involved with people, it is not just a ‘today’ thing – it’s a relationship that is (hopefully) ongoing long after they have left school.” Alongside family values, culture drives this community-minded couple to do what they do.

Rolling out the welcome mat A few years ago, Geoff was approached by David Trewavas (Taupō’s Mayor) to perform at the local citizenship ceremony. It ended up being more than just a show –

for Geoff it was an opportunity to share a story.

“I said that I wanted to represent Tūwharetoa and put it on the line with these people who are going to be citizens of Taupō and New Zealand. I wanted them to know that this is what we expect from them,” he enthuses. “The first thing I called upon was this beautiful environment we have here and when we look at the lake, we don’t see a body of water, we see an ancestor. It is a living, breathing thing – it is part of us. Secondly, I encouraged them to reach out. Not to come here and lock themselves away in the outreaches of our town. They need to become a part of the community. And thirdly, I said I don’t care what sport you love or like, you’re in Aotearoa now and rugby is the game, so handle it.” And when Geoff ‘Snow’ Rameka asks you do to something – even in his laidback manner – you do it ! There’s more online! Read the extended story about this awesome couple at henrymagazine.nz

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to where?  Dee Ellwood

oted as one of New Zealand’s most notorious stretch of roads, State Highway 2’s dangerous reputation has secured it a top spot in news headlines. However, despite rising death and serious injury numbers, road capacity at 150% and Bay of Plenty officials and locals all pleading for change, there’s still no sign of works on a four-lane highway between Tauranga and Katikati. However, Fix Our Bloody Road chief Andrew Hollis isn’t taking the back streets when it comes to change. “New roading was promised to the people of Tauranga by Land and Transport in 1995 – over two decades ago. The land is there to develop – Geotech reports are done – funds are sitting there ready to be used,” says Andrew. “Why isn’t it going ahead? The straight answer is no one knows.”

Frustrated and fuelled by his own fears for the safety of his children, family and friends on this stretch of road, Andrew started up the Fix Our Bloody Road Campaign in Feb 2018. Over 12 months in, he’s backed by over 8,000 volunteers who have signed petitions, staged peaceful protests and fronted up to parliament for answers. “Many people want to know what the council is doing about the road,” says Andrew. “Well they can’t actually do anything until the government press go. We have the support of the Tauranga regional and city councils and local National MPs, but they are not the ones holding it up.” “Our road is at bursting point. Every 45 seconds a truck passes through Katikati and rumbles its way through Te Puna and Bethlehem, cutting corners and rolling over roundabouts.” On average, four people a year die on this stretch of road, with multiple people suffering serious injuries. Sirens are heard every day.

“People who live in Omokoroa, Whakamarama and Te Puna live with this constant fear, because every time you hear a siren you instantly question: Who is it this time, do I know them, are my neighbours home, is the school bus in yet?” says Andrew. “I have a friend Shane who has a grab bag sitting by his front door because there’s been so many

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accidents happen right outside his property, he knows he’ll be the first one on the scene.” Road upgrades aren’t a foreign concept in the Bay of Plenty region – safety works from Waihi to Omokoroa are currently underway – but the highway remains at a standstill. “Personally, I think it’s old school ideology holding it all back,” he says. “We’ve never supported the idea of four-lane highways in this country. We’ve had an overabundance of development and people moving into Omokoroa the past five years and yet no money has been spent on this road since 1960. We’ve held back and now we’re all paying for it.” What will Andrew and his campaigners not hold back on? “We’ll continue to fight for this. We’ve followed all the rules and regulations with our petitioning and protesting, we’ve remained calm and collected. But we want to see traction, so if that means stepping our actions up a notch, we’ll do it. If we have to disrupt big business in Tauranga we will.” Join the conversation: Search henry magazine on Facebook and comment on this story's post to share your opinion.

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he challenging thing about a brand is that you can never know if it will capture your audience the way you want it to. So when Destination Great Lake Taupō (DGLT) were gearing up for a fresh look and new name a few years back, the team knew it had to be just right. “We had decided it was time to reach different customers,” recalls Anna McLaren, marketing and communications manager at DGLT.

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But as The HUB team watched from their office, across from the letters, they couldn’t believe the level of interaction with the sign. It soon started popping up across social media, and when it was taken down, plenty of people got in touch to ask ‘when will they go back up?’.

“But there were certainly a few pain points to overcome. One was to try and capture that we were more than just a lake, as it was doing the whole region an injustice.”

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And as luck would have it, serendipity came knocking.

“What we found when we started to work through that assessment phase and do our research, was that this one new catch phrase resonated on a whole other level with locals and visitors. I don’t think when we came up with the idea that we really thought it would become a brand,” says Anna.

Originally from New Plymouth, Anna fondly remembered the large WOMAD letters and the DGLT team organised the now infamous #LOVETAUPO to be showcased at the 2017 Wanderlust Festival at Wairakei Resort – with the potential to move around as the town hosted different events. After Wanderlust, they were installed at the lakefront for ‘the time being’.

While all this was happening, in the background the DGLT team were furiously working away at the beginnings of a strategy.

A refurb and a relocation Recently the letters had to be sent away for restoration, as they were literally worn out from use. And when they came back, they had a new home – still in front of the lake, but further down the road. “It was important to maintain the connection with the town, and of course retain that incredible backdrop of the lake and mountains,” says Anna. And there’s no doubt visitors and locals alike love everything to do with the letters. So far it has amassed 26,000 ‘tags’ on Instagram alone (not including private accounts or across other media channels), with it only expected to far exceed that number as the brand continues to gain momentum. A win for our special corner of the world? We think so.

But a brand it did become. A catchphrase. A conversation between locals and visitors. The new tagline for selling Taupō to the world. But for Anna, the most exciting thing was that people were voluntarily sharing their own stories and personal journeys about the region. That they ‘#loveTaupo’ too. And when you have a budget that is a drop in the ocean compared to your closest neighbour – who also happens to have the biggest tourism market in New Zealand – this type of promotion is priceless.

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wo decades ago the mention of a team building day may have resulted in a collective ‘groan’ around the office. Being forced to catch up with colleagues you’d prefer to push past. Fast forward 20 years, and the modern-day approach to building camaraderie, means prescribed staff bonding is less about a day out of the office and more about creating pathways to meaningful engagement and communications.

So, what’s the point of team building? Elizabeth Howells, a business psychologist and director of People Centric Associates, says it comes down to the fact that we all need a crew. Community – or a sense of belonging – is not only a key psychological need, it’s vital to creating a workplace where people feel valued as individuals and can engage in real and sustained dialogue. 28

“Often when businesses engage in team building activities, they are seeking to do things such as strengthen bonds, create understanding between team members, value diversity, develop shared meaning, improve communication, increase coordination or build trust,” she says. “For some there is also a clear agenda to resolve teamwork breakdowns, for others to reward or build on a positive community.” Perhaps the most critical element is that a team’s performance can very much hold back, or enhance a business’ outcomes or success. While camaraderie is crucial, it isn’t always so easy to establish, notes Elizabeth. This can be due to a

variety of factors, although there is a large hurdle facing every modern-day organisation proving the trickiest to overcome. “We are now operating in a volatile, uncertain, rapidly changing and ambiguous business environment, so it is increasingly important to create or foster a setting that can support a new level of vulnerability,” she says. “We need to offer a support network that enables our people to leverage diversity and rapidly adapt to changing demands.”

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Choosing the best activity for your team

Getting the right results from team building

With a number of providers to call upon, how do you choose a team activity that best befits your business and its people? Elizabeth recommends focusing on two aspects. The first is providing a challenge and pushing participants out of their comfort zone as people form stronger bonds when faced with shared adversity.

A day or two of team building will likely result in a period of highintensity team ‘together-ness’ for a short time afterwards – as colleagues reminisce about activities and foster newfound relationships created during the event. It is absolutely vital that a business ensures it continues to positively reinforce outcomes to assist with long term benefits, advises Elizabeth.

“Get people using their physical, affective and cognitive domains. When put into tough situations it becomes difficult to conceal personal weaknesses, failures and fears and such vulnerability and social interactions in this context may serve as a common bond that leads to greater cohesion.”

“No matter what the activity, the essential element to drive outcomes is to enable participants to reflect on the experience – at a personal and group level – link it back to clarifying practices at work and set goals for how the team will move forward.”

The second element is offering a ‘charitable’ dimension so that team efforts aid others. “An increasing body of literature suggests altruistic behaviours are associated with greater well-being, health and longevity as well as improved team performance,” says Elizabeth. “In a team context when you are solving a problem or creating something for others (your broader community / disadvantaged youth) you are creating shared meaning and value.” 29

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Easter is the word on the street and with the four-day festivities coinciding with school holidays, there’s plenty of time to crack into some egg-tivities. Here we share a few egg-ceptional ideas to keep everyone satisfied - and occupied - across the chocolate season . . .

Wrap your tongue around these . . .

Easter isn’t just about putting chocolate to mouth, instead get your mouth moving and entertain the family with these Easter-inspired tongue twisters. Better still, why not get everyone involved in a friendly tongue twister competition! The first person to say them all, with no mistakes, three times through, gets another chocolate egg!

and giggle e k o j s n a e b ly l e Jogging j mp and jiggle u j s n a e b ly l e j Jogging Easter eggs y t h ig e s at e ie d Each Easter Ed ng cheerily pi e e h c s k ic h c g Six peepin g blue baskets in r b s ie n n u b Busy

Make it an eggs-traordinary morning . . .

Chocolate for breakfast? Why not! Jazz up the French toast with some creamy chocolate decadence. We guarantee you’ll turn this recipe into a once-a-year tradition . . . Per person you’ll need: Two crème eggs Two slices of white bread One egg 1tbsp milk 2tsp sugar 1tsp powdered cinnamon 1tbsp butter

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In a bowl, whisk egg, milk, vanilla and half the cinnamon and half the sugar together. Dunk each bread slice in the mixture and leave to one side. Heat a nob of butter in a frying pan, once melted, fry bread for two-to-three minutes on each side. Remove from heat, place bread on a plate and carefully cut into soldier strips. Take your two crème eggs, carefully cut the tops off them and place in egg cups. Sit them alongside toast on the plate. Finally, sprinkle the remaining cinnamon and sugar over the toast. Serve and get dunking your soldiers into the eggs. Egg-tastic!

Need a place to stow away those chocolate eggs?

Why not build your own bird’s nest and use up all those odd bits of string, ribbons and bits and pieces mum finds strewn throughout the house. Tidying up has never been so rewarding!

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How to do it: First, blow up the balloon to make your mould - it should fit nicely into your bowl. Next, mix the glue in a container with a little water to thin it out. Not too much! Now with the balloon sitting snug in the bowl, start building your nest on it! Dip your string, paper, decorative pieces individually into the glue - squeezing the extra glue of f between your fingers. Wrap your gluey pieces around the balloon. Keep building it layer on layer. Leave it to dry - this could take up to a day, especially if there are multiple layers. Once your nest is dry, gently pop the balloon to reveal your colourful bird’s nest. Go hide it in the bushes or pop at the base of your bed for the Easter bunny to fill on Sunday morning!

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Creating a fashion empire  Erin Harrison

ew Zealand fashion brand Augustine has just celebrated its 10th birthday, so we sat down for a chat with the label’s co-founder Kelly Coe who spent 10 of her most formative years in Tauranga – a place she returns to often, and where her first retail store was opened. Reflecting on the fashion world of 2008, Kelly remembers a significantly different New Zealand. There was no Instagram or Facebook, and it was hard to get exposure to customers without having to go through wholesalers – who were having none of what Augustine was offering. “Those early years were extremely challenging and finding anyone

to believe in what we were doing was difficult. The wholesalers saw our range and told us that New Zealanders didn’t, and would never, wear our brightly-coloured clothes.”

“Augustine is more than a fashion label. It is about belonging to a community, and people love to feel like they are a part of what we do here.

But it was those colours which have become synonymous with a brand that Kiwi women have embraced – in droves. The Augustine by Kelly Coe Facebook page has 164,000 followers, significantly more than labels such as Trelise Cooper and Huffer, and it is something Kelly has built predominantly by herself.

“We are also about dressing everyday people and making them feel beautiful.”

“We were one of the first fashion brands to start a Facebook page, and the first to put a face to a label. Right from the beginning my husband Nathan and I were like ‘this is our business, this is me wearing my clothes,’" says Kelly. “We made it personal and can continue to do so because I post and approve everything. A lot of the bigger fashion designers don’t run their pages, but for me, this is such an important part of Augustine.”

More than a fashion label As the brand grew in momentum, Kelly found the direction of the business changing, as her own life followed the path of motherhood and everything that goes with raising three children. New labels were added to the Augustine umbrella, and for the past five years Nathan has also been fulltime on the business development side. But one thing has always remained the same, Kelly’s designs are always influenced by what she and her customers want to wear.

And meeting those buying her clothes is something Kelly loves to do, often popping into the Mount Maunganui store just to chat with shoppers and find out what they are looking for. It also provides the perfect opportunity for catching up with her family, who still live in Tauranga. Sport was a huge part of Kelly’s teenage years, and aside from many weekends playing rep volleyball and basketball, she fondly recalls days spent at Hunter’s Creek (behind Matakana Island) waterskiing with family and friends. Today, life is a little busier with children in tow, alongside what some may call a fashion empire. But Kelly remains down-to-earth, with no real plans for world domination, instead preferring to focus on what she has right here at home. “I think if we took our eye off the market here, we’d lose the sense of community we have worked so hard to build. So 2019 and beyond is about keeping in touch with our customers, continuing to involve them in whatever we do, and just appreciating everything we already have.” Visit Kelly's Augustine store at 5 Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui or go to www.augustine.co.nz

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t’s called the ‘heart of the home’ for a reason – kitchens bring families together. Deborah Reardon, the owner of Kitchens R Us, knows how important it is that their customer’s needs are at the heart of everything they do.

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Kitchens R Us have been in business for over 25 years, perfecting a quality of finish that sets their kitchens apart from the rest. Their kitchens are New Zealand made, here in the Bay of Plenty in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. We source all our board materials from New Zealand suppliers, ensuring the quality, durability & finish of your new kitchen is world class. “Our customers know that with us you get innovative designs and a stunning result, all while being completely stress free. “We are proud to offer a 10-year warranty on all our kitchens, and you just can’t offer that if you don’t back the whole process ‘one hundred percent’,” says Deborah. Kitchens R Us are also extremely proud of the team they have built across the company from highquality cabinet makers to highlytrained kitchen designers, the talented group of professionals are dedicated, to the design and building of kitchens, approaching each project as if it were in their own home. Having recently opened a new showroom in Taupō, Kitchens R Us are delighted to secure Karin Roestenburg as head designer. “Karin comes from a long line of talented designers and craftspeople, and her bubbly personality, combined with her talented design 36

skills means Karin will make choosing your new kitchen a truly wonderful and happy experience.” And Karin is just as happy to be part of such a forward-thinking company, that not only invests in new technology to enhance their offering, but also allows the designers to do what they do best – work with customers to help them create their dream kitchen.

“Spending money is nervewracking for most of us, so I aim to make the journey as enjoyable as possible by listening and truly gaining an understanding of what will be the best solution for their individual needs,” says Karin. “We all use kitchens differently, and it is my role to know how this would translate into the best design for my customer’s homes.”

More than kitchens Located inside the existing Flooring Design Showroom in Taupō, Karin appreciates being able to combine flooring options alongside the kitchen display. “It definitely makes it easier for customers to make the choices when they need to, with all the samples and options in one place – it enables them to gain a greater overall picture of how the colours and materials will work alongside each other.”

It also made sense to Deborah that Kitchens R Us expanded their offering to include other cabinetry requirements – such as wardrobes, sculleries, laundries and more.

Custom made kitchens “We work alongside fantastic local builders in each of our four locations, combining the local knowledge and experience, to make sure our customers get the very best of advice right at the beginning of the process,” says Deborah. “By building great relationships with local builders all over the Bay of Plenty and Waikato, we can provide our customers with an extra range of services, as needed, to complete or compliment their project. By using our trusted builders, we know any services we recommend will be at the same high standard that we ourselves put into our kitchen manufacturing and installation.”

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Get inspired by our latest show home installation: Kitchens R Us are proud to be part of the recently opened Lockwood show home in Taupō, Karin relished the opportunity to put her design skills to work to create an awe-inspiring kitchen, alongside the scullery, laundry and wardrobe displays – all installed by Kitchens R Us. The show home is open seven days a week, from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday, and 1pm to 4pm Saturday and Sunday. Contact us now for your free home consultation: 35 Oruanui Street (inside the Flooring Design showroom), Taupō. Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, Saturday by appointment only. Phone Karin on 022 161 3945, email taupo@kitchensrus.co.nz or go online and visit www.kitchensrus.co.nz.

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Now here’s a health kick we can all get on board with! Apparently, we all need much more of it – a neuroscientist at the University of California in Berkley says that adults over the age of 45 are 200 per cent more likely to have a heart attack if they sleep fewer than six hours a night – jeepers!

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e’ve got thousands of reasons to celebrate in New Zealand – literally. Aside from 4.7 million birthdays to sing along to each year, our wedding and civil union numbers are creeping up too. According to Stats NZ, 20,685 weddings and civil unions were registered in 2017, so we're never short of a good excuse to celebrate. Whether you’re planning a business function, wedding or a special celebration, here we share tiptop event planning direction from local and international experts for 2019 and beyond ...

Innovation and harnessing the power of the unknown Want to make a scene? Aim for ‘true’ innovation to liven up your party. “Call upon your audience to do something i.e. ask them to write something down and post it to a wall or tuck it into a Chinese lantern to send into the sky. Or go big with a design component,” suggests Julius Solaris, editor of internationally acclaimed, Event Manager Blog. For example: lighting – experiment with gobos (lights with patterned stencils), LED strip lights or combining light with form on furniture and bars; texture – encourage guests to touch and engage with interesting walls or bouncy pillows; colour – for focussed events think blues and greens, for decadence think black and white. Going ‘big’ can also mean leaving the ‘big’ stuff a secret right up until the start of an event, says Claudia West, director of Mount Maunganuibased events company, The Project Collective. Afterall, the unknown can inspire us to instantly tick yes on the reply invitation! 40

“Keep guests on their toes, like the Dinner en Blanc concept – a secret venue revealed in the 11th hour – which Tauranga plays host to,” she enthuses.

and truly appreciate the atmosphere, sights and surrounds.” “A top venue to watch for in 2019 is Black Walnut – set in rural Tauranga. They are constantly adding amazing features to their property,” says Claudia. “Alongside the main black barn building they have an amphitheatre, bamboo grove and marble run, and they’ve just built a glass house to host events in too!”

Space out the difference Maximising your venue is not just about offering multiple services under one roof, it’s about the service space itself, says Julius. Think a landmark venue – museum, church, Town Hall – which can add an element of grandeur, and then find ways to incorporate the story of the building into your event for greater connection with surrounds.

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Events reproduce and thrive on social media too – the weirder and more wonderful the venue and themes – the more it’ll get shared around. “Think open spaces – barns, sheds – and rural locations that provide a blank canvas to create a magical night out with festoon fairy lights hung between trees or poles and a big marquee,” says Tracey Thompson of Taupo Hire. “Off the beaten track venues encourage guests to switch off

With new foodie trends at every corner, it can be tough choosing the right fodder for your feasting, but broad appeal, effective styling and flexibility are all areas to be considered before plating up. Bring people together with deconstruction! Popular make-yourown stations include: pizza – set out bases and toppings, bruschetta bar – toast up a ton of crostini with toppings on the side, wings – supply guests with plain wings and bowls of unique sauces they can mix and match, candy – fill clear bowls and jars with treats for guests to grab and take home!

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• Keep guests on their toes with ‘secret’ elements – lastminute location reveals – or engage them in ‘unique’ activities – posting notes and sending them into outer space! • Spark guests interests with ‘weird and wonderful’ spaces – airport hangers, barns, landmark venues. • Food involvement – food bars and make-your-own stations. Or, opt for cool casual with food trucks and grazing tables. • Get arty with donut walls, towers and bold styling with 2019’s blossoms and corals must-haves!

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If you’re wanting less construction but still the interaction, food trucks and grazing tables remain event staples. “Buffets have taken a step back, the likes of food trucks and grazing platters provide a more social and relaxed way of eating,” says Tracey. Claudia agrees and also notes greater support for local goods and pared back menus. “You have the likes of No Biggie Food who focus on seasonal eats and source their products locally,” she says. “This year I think there’s a movement towards offering less on the menu, but making the offerings epic.” Tacos and margaritas anyone?

Channel your creative display streak Forget the plain white tablecloths, take your food to an artistic level this year. “Artify your food,” says Julius. “Make an ice sculpture multi-functional by converting it into a bar to chill food, or do a dessert showcase.” Tracey agrees. “Fun, grabbing and playful features like donut walls or chocolate fountains are effective and affordable.” Don’t rule out the balloons either, says Tracey. “Organic balloon clusters – balloons mixed in with greenery and flowers – are fast becoming popular especially at business-type events.” Or, channel the 2019 Pantone colour of the year – Living Coral – into your styling, or blossoms! “Large-scale floral prints in every colour imaginable lead the way, whether on tables or splashed across a wall or dance floor,” enthuses Julius. 41

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arch is New Zealand’s leukaemia and blood cancer awareness month. Every day six children and adults are diagnosed with a type of blood cancer, and each year thousands of Kiwis offer their support through the Leukaemia and Blood Cancer Foundations largest fundraising initiative, Shave for a Cure. Support for this inaugural event is vast and far reaching – and without age limit. Countrywide Kiwi kids are opting to host their own ‘Crazy Hair Day’ or ‘Bad Hair Day’ event, gathering teacher and student teams for a group shave, or individually shaving and fundraising through GiveALittle. One example is 13-yearold Alysea Henry-ford who hopes to raise $1,000 by the 10th of March. Dee spoke to Pahoia School student Riley Warren. At just nine-years old, Riley was the youngest – and the only girl – at her school to shave for a cure in 2018. Alongside her two teachers, Mrs Mac and Mr Harwood, and two other boys, she

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“I wanted to help because I felt really bad for all the Kiwis out there with blood cancer – especially all the children,” she says. “One of the areas funding goes into is a Kids Club for children with blood cancer. It enables kids to meet other kids, participate in activities and talk about what they’re going through. In class we’d discussed how the Leukaemia and Blood Cancer Foundation relies on just donations to fund research and support patients, so I thought the more we can do, the more they can do.” Losing her hair was the easiest part says Riley, and her time spent speaking to family, sending emails, door knocking was well worth it. “What I had to go through was nothing compared to what kid’s my age with cancer have to go through. It was really rewarding seeing my fundraising steadily creeping up and up, and my parents really encouraged me.” In fact, it was Riley’s dad who inspired her to join the event too. “My dad had lung cancer when I was younger, and although he’s better now – he’s got one-and-a-quarter lungs left – it made me want to do it even more.” Would she do it again? “I’d absolutely think about doing it again at some point – maybe not this year as my hair isn’t long enough yet to donate for a wig – but some other time for sure.”

Want to show your support or get involved? Sign up for 2020’s Shave for a Cure Event at www.shaveforacure.co.nz or visit www.leukaemia.org.nz.

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hen it comes to keeping up with technology, Central Plumbing and Sheetmetals Taupō rank right at the top, thanks to its innovative new way of metal cutting. With metal fabrication jobs getting larger, constant outsourcing and hours of manual labour being spent, the local plumbing and sheetmetal engineering company CPS realised it was time to shift its approach, bringing CNC fibre laser cutting and the first machine of its kind to the Central North Island. It all began six months ago, when Gary Jenkins, managing director, realised they needed to implement change within the fabrication landscape. “Not just our company, but so many local engineering businesses had to

outsource to Auckland or Wellington for any large cutting jobs. If not outsourcing, our engineers were spending hours doing it all manually.” Following a trip to XT Laser in China, the team at CPS Taupō assembled and commissioned the machine in its Taupō workshop, ready to take on any metal cutting job – big and small. Metal fabrication has been the core of CPS’s offerings for decades, and the new machine has saved loads of time, coupled with exponentially increasing its productivity through automation and computerisation.

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Other local engineering companies, architects and builders have already shown a keen interest. “The whole process has been a great feat,” says Gary. “We have to also thank Action Electrical for the rewiring and commissioning, Bayteck Air Systems for installing the air handling system, the team at XT Laser for helping make it all work, and Dijing Lin from Taupō for her amazing help in interpretation between China and New Zealand.” The XT Laser machine can cut through anything from copper,

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Custom-made for everything and anything Need anything metal? CPS are the ones to call. Experienced in creating a range of metal works, their diverse portfolio includes kitchen sink benches, handrails, boat or car hardware and fittings, light engineering and custom sheetmetal projects just to name a few – nothing is in the ‘too hard basket’ for these guys. Give them a call and you’ll be surprised at what they can do!

But wait, there’s more! brass and aluminium to stainless steel and mild steel, from a fraction of a millimetre up to 19mm thick. With three-hour jobs now taking 30 seconds, the improvements in efficiency are dramatic. The best part though, is that it doesn’t just have one purpose. “If you can imagine it, we can create it.” Whether it’s signage or keyrings, business or personal use, the options are endless.

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hen the clock strikes midnight on January the 1st those home building New Year resolutions come out to party. Energetic plans and go get ’em attitudes have us scribbling plans on the backs of napkins and scrolling through Pinterest for renovation ideas. Passion for any building project is paramount – owner, architect, builder and tradesmen – everyone needs to be onboard from beginning to end. Avoiding mid-year building blues and unexpected project painfuls is also high on the list, so it pays to front up to a few home truths before taking the plunge. Dee spoke to three local industry experts who echoed similar sentiments and provided some sage advice when project planning in 2019.

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Reining in your project before you press go Determine your must-haves Knowing exactly what you ‘have to have’ included in your build must be established right from the start, says Troy Davy of Davy Construction. “Determine your must-haves – which are typically your high cost areas. For example, an ensuite with a bath, or a larger open-plan dining room, a high stud in the lounge, or cedar cladding,” he says. “Then you’re putting your money in the places you’ll be getting the most enjoyment.” Trying to ‘do it all’ can result in a job that is less than impressive or you may over capitalise, says Dylan Batenburg of Coalesce Architecture.

“Sometimes doing a little less but doing it really well is the winning ticket,” he says. “For example, make a feature of more expensive cladding at the front of your house and entranceway and choose a less expensive cladding for the back wall, closest to the fence, which can’t be seen.” Don’t forget to define what you don’t like either, says Martin Jackson of Martin Jackson Architecture. “Be very clear on whether you’re building or renovating your ‘forever’ home too. If it’s not, don’t over personalise it. Colours can be changed but if you’ve got eccentric kitchen tastes, it might not bode well from a selling perspective.”

Lose the square metre mentality Know someone with a square metre rate obsession? You’re not alone. Too often clients

are fixated on knowing what the square metre cost of their house or renovation will be before committing to a project, says Dylan. But there’s no one-size-fits-all figure. “Square metre costs vary greatly from job to job, it depends on a myriad of factors. If you’re renovating high cost areas like your bathroom and kitchen and ensuite the square metre rate is going to be higher,” he explains. “If you’re adding on a garage or a bedroom it’s going to be lower because it’s mostly just space – there’s no plumbing. And,

on a sloping site. Ultimately you’ll pay more for the sloping.”

Don’t set yourself up for a fall If you want your project to run smoothly from A to Z, be prepared to communicate across all avenues and preference architects and builders that have worked together before. “Sometimes clients will want to project manage the job themselves or get a friend who’s an electrician to do the work,” says Dylan. “Sometimes it’s fine but other times you run the risk of the friend not having the same commitment to the job – so they might not turn up when needed or they don’t communicate with the builder – resulting in work halting, which pushes costs up.” “It’s in the best interests of builders and architects to produce a good looking and well-crafted project. At the end of the day, we’re the ones that certify it and put our names to it,” says Troy. “So, don’t just choose someone because they’ve given you a cheaper price, choose someone you can strike up a rapport with.”

generally, it’s always cheaper to go out than up.” Troy Davy agrees. “You’re looking at an absolute minimum of $2300sqm for a new build, and don’t forget square meterage fluctuates in accordance with what’s happening outside too. For example, you have to consider septic tanks, water tanks and a sewage system if you live rural – these all bring the costs up.” Don’t forget the site map will influence your square meterage too, says Martin. “You could be building identical houses, side by side, except one is on a flat site and the other is

If you’ve got expectations to be in your home by a fixed date – Christmas – with guests coming to stay, and have family and a job to juggle throughout the build, enlisting full-contracting services and taking a step back, is probably the best way to go, advises Martin. “Some clients can do projecting managing, are great communicators and are able to keep the ball rolling for all tradesmen involved – and remain relatively stress-free,” he says. “But not everyone can project manage their own build and inevitably you are going to get delays and changes crop up on all jobs – it’s just how it is. To make it easier on yourself, handing over the reins to the builder who’ll deliver on all areas, maybe the better option.”

“Architecture isn’t so much about space, it’s about what happens in that space. A highlight for me is walking through a job site with a client and envisioning the whole project with them – right down to the kitchen colours or bathroom tiles – it’s nice and it’s exciting to be a part of that.”

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Smart design is a response to many factors. When creating a space, we need to consider the interactions and visions of the people within; how it will adapt present to future and its impact on surrounds. We must negotiate a range of materials, forms and influences to marry space and functionality, staying true to both land and language. Every project has its own creative speak and interpretation of life . . .

Let’s coalesce.

COALESCE: verb co-a-lesce; to come together to form one whole.

Small builds – i.e. tiny homes – aren’t necessarily exempt from rising square metre costs either, cautions Dylan. “You still need a bathroom and a kitchen even in a small space, so take square meterage with a pinch of salt!”

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e're getting the lowdown on ‘Greenwashing’: False claims, ill practises and helpful hints – from those in the know – to put into play year-round to avoid the dirty laundry. Turning a greener hand to our spending habits is something many of us want to do more of. In fact, according to a recent global Nielson report, 66% of us are prepared to pay more for sustainable goods – with millennials (73%) the most willing. However, swapping soaps, filling our string bags and buying New Zealandmade isn’t necessarily going to earn us our sustainable badge. Why? Because our ‘greener’ choices don’t always make the Fair Trade cut, and often what we perceive to be ‘ecofriendly’, has a darker side below its glowing exterior. So, what exactly is greenwashing and how are we being duped? The term, coined in the 1980s by environmentalist Jay Westerfield, is a marketing ploy used to portray a product or activity as environmentally friendly, when it’s not. Putting a ‘green sheen’ on business is still common practise – New Zealand included. In 2009, a global TerraChoice Environmental

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The New Zealand Commerce Commission is working hard to tackle those that ‘blanket’ their products and activities with claims of sustainability and eco-friendliness, and bring them in line with the Fair Trade Act. As it stands, individuals and companies can be fined up to $200,000 for a breach in advertising.

“When we talk about ‘greenwashing’ we’re referring to products or services that are ‘seen’ to be better than they actually are,” explains Kath Dewar, managing director of Goodsense. “You’d be surprised at the number of Kiwi companies who are guilty of it.” Images of pristine waterways with mountainous backgrounds, artisan labelled promises, natural essence logos abound but more often than not, we’re buying into a reality that doesn’t exist. “The use of ‘natural’ images makes us think something’s less toxic or less damaging. The words ‘artisan’ or ‘bespoke’ have connotations of care and thoughtfulness,” explains Dewar. “And unfortunately, greenwashing isn’t industry specific. Big business, small business, multinational – no one is exempt. One example is a well-known cheese label who presents as a boutique, organic, family-operated business, when in fact it’s owned by multinationals and uses palm oil in its products.”

Call to action We too can avoid buying into false ideologies by making changes – even small ones – when purchasing and participating, says Dewar. “You can set yourself goals for the week, month or year. One week you may choose to focus on packaging in your weekly shop – reading it more carefully or buying less plastic packaging. The next week choose to focus on a specific ingredient i.e. opt not to buy anything containing palm oil. The next week, focus on the bathroom section – research New Zealand companies that are Fair Trade certified and true to their ethos.” Like one such Kiwi skincare company, Au Natural’s, who’s greener subscription mode is soaring in popularity. Consumers receive plant-based eco-refills every eightweeks, which helps to reduce the 480 million single-use plastic bottles wasted every year. “What we choose to purchase is one of the few areas of power we have,” says Dewar. “We can keep buying into slippery statements or we can respond, adapt and take a stand.” 49

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his grilling partner Carl Edwards, and Luke Seeney, a head judge of Meatstock and the Australasian Barbeque Alliance and director of Smokin Beards BBQ. Here’s the low down on the slow down ...

Running hot or cold?

e’re not just gumboots, swanndris, milk and honey here in New Zealand. These days, we’re also barbequing aficionados and smoked meat enthusiasts. And we’re not shy of a little grilling competition and camaraderie. New Zealand’s BBQ Pitmasters Facebook page has over 28,000 active members, many of whom attended this year’s national Meatstock festival in February. This annual event – now in its third year – saw over 60 teams light up the charcoal and take meat to grill to compete for the grand title of best barbequers in the country. Rallying those teams along was Kiwi barbequing legend Mike Jeffries, a ‘Moe Cason’ team member in the international Memphis in May World Championship Barbequing Competition and director of The Big Smoke BBQ. ’s Dee sparked up conversation with Mike, alongside

First things first, before we pick up the tongs and light the charcoal, what sort of barbeque smoking technique should we be aiming for? “The trend we’re seeing here in New Zealand at the moment when people talk about smoking meats is barbequing using charcoal or wood as a main fuel,” says Luke Seeney. “Primarily ‘low and slow’ – that’s your ribs, beef short ribs, pork butt, brisket, pulled pork – which originated in the US.” Hot smoking food for a long period of time at a lower temperature allows the proteins in the meat to transform and become tender. “Traditional barbeque uses wood fire to achieve this which also imparts a lot of smoke flavour,” explains Carl Edwards. “Cold smoking is more of a curing technique used to infuse a smoked flavour without changing the proteins. Mainly it dries the food to help preserve it.”

Vessel of choice for low and slow barbequing? Investing in a charcoal barbeque is going to make a huge difference to your smoked meats, explains Mike Jeffries and, “they don’t have to be too flashy.” If you’re intent on making do with what you’ve got – i.e. gas barbeque – there are ways you can work with that too, says Luke. “The idea behind cooking meat low and slow is that you’re cooking the meat offset from the heat, so if you have a gas barbeque you want the meat at the opposite end from the burners,” he says. “Most good barbeque stores will have ‘smoking boxes’ for wood chips which you place in your grill to give extra smoke flavour.” Consistency of heat is what you're aiming for no matter your barbequing set up, says Carl.

“In terms of a kettle barbeque, it pretty much comes down to placement of your coals. You don’t want to be cooking directly over them, but you also need a consistent heat source. Try looking up snake methods – they work quite well.”

Turn up the heat and take your time Getting the temperature and timing right is key to tasty and succulent results – neither should be taken lightly. “We pit masters always cook in Fahrenheit – generally around 275°F − for low and slow like brisket,” says Mike. Luke agrees. “250°F to 275°F is standard. If you’re cooking hot and fast over coals then you’re looking to the high 300s°F.”

Wood what wood? Just like cuts of meat, no two bits of wood are created equal, which is why it’s so important to choose right when burning chips for optimal results. “Tougher meats, with a longer cooking time, absorb a lot of smoke flavour, so you don’t want too strong a wood,” advises Carl. “Young woods with lots of tar (sap/oil) will emit a lot of creosote into the smoke with bitter flavours. You don’t want meat sitting in that for a long time.”

“There’s no real benefit. Soaking basically produces more smoke and prolongs burn time of wood – which means you’re really just smouldering. What you want to aim for is an even temperature and even heat,” says Mike.

Propper prep and cooking etiquette Forget overnight marinating, for best results leave meat prep till the day of cooking. “Bring your meat up to room temperature so it’s not ‘in shock’ when it hits the grill,” advises Mike. “Apply a dry rub about 40 minutes before cooking, not overnight because salt can draw out the moisture. Wait until your coals are white and the fire has burnt in before laying down your meat.” Slicking oil all over your piece of steak isn’t going to do it any huge favours either, says Mike. “A light oil to aid the dry rub is all you need. Once it’s been cooking a while, I’ll spray my meat with apple juice to give it a bit of moisture.”

Don’t underestimate the layering effect, enthuses Mike. “You can add wood to flavour, wood for colour and wood to finish off towards the end of the smoking,” he says. “If you’re prepared to invest time – it can up to 12 hours to cook brisket – be prepared to invest in the flavouring too.”

But, be wary of lifting the lid on your smoker too often.

Searching for wood inspiration? You don’t have to look too far.

Luke: “Don’t boil your ribs or any meat before putting them on the barbeque!”

“New Zealand woods like Pohutukawa have a strong, distinct flavour and work well with fish. Whilst fruit woods (Cherry, Apple) work well with meats,” says Luke. “New Zealand Oak, Black Wattle and European Oak are also good to use.” And before soaking your wood chips – think again, say our experts.

“There’s an old American saying: If you’re looking, you ain’t cooking,” laughs Mike. “Keep the smoke in! I wouldn’t lift in the first hour, but I’d check it every 3 ½ hours thereafter.”

Meat your final words ...

Mike: “When cooking steak, I go for yellow fat – it shows it’s had a good life and will be tender.” Carl: “Give it time – at least an hour longer than planned – then add another hour. If its ready early, great! The longer you can rest it the better it gets too.” 51

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Smoked Fish Pate

ith newfound barbeque smoking skills honed, what better way to feast on ocean’s bounty than by whipping and dipping your favourite smoked fish. A special thanks to the great team at Lobell Construction for sharing their fool-proof smoked fish pate recipe with us. This Waikato crew aren’t just keen trout and marlin fishermen, they are seasoned fish smoking experts too – so we know we’re onto a winner!

Whip together ... » Tub cream cheese » Tub sour cream

Add ... » Jar of capers more or less – chopped » Lemon juice – enough to make it the consistency you want » Salt and pepper » Couple of spring onions – finely chopped » Red onion – finely chopped » Two chilli’s – or use chilli sauce if you want milder » Parsley optional » 750g Smoked marlin, tuna, kahawhai, kingfish, trout – whatever you’ve smoked! Process all together or add fish at the end to get a chunkier texture.

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