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Time to talk ovaries WORDS MORGAN TAIT

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One woman dies of ovarian cancer every 48 hours in New Zealand, with 85 percent of those diagnosed not detected until the later stages of the disease when treatment options are limited.

And a growing number of organisations and brands are putting their weight behind calls to increase healthcare for the cancer ahead of World Ovary Day on May 8.

n March, a petition with more than 7000 signatures was presented on the steps of parliament, which had been adorned with 182 white crosses to symbolise the number of people who died from ovarian cancer in 2020.

Ovarian cancer kills more women than melanoma does, and more of them die from the cancer than on New Zealand’s roads. The survival rate is less than half of that for breast and prostate cancer.

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Currently, New Zealand has no national framework to identify the cancer, which is not detected by a pap smear. This means doctors can approach diagnosis differently, and that women need to know the symptoms to report.

A recent survey by Cure Our Ovarian Cancer found 90 percent of women could not name a single symptom of ovarian cancer before their diagnosis and most

experienced significant difficulties in accessing the blood test and ultrasound required to find their cancer.

The founder of the charity, Jane Ludemann, co-organised the petition with Talk Peach Gynaecological Foundation co-organiser and founder Tash Crosby. The women both have been diagnosed with the cancer, and their experiences seeking diagnosis and treatment sparked them forming the respective organisations.

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As humans we are hardwired to avoid failing, and when we do the experience is often shrouded in shame and secrecy. But one University of Canterbury business academic is teaching students to harness the power of failure, in the name of success.

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DR CHRISTIAN WALSH

he “F” word has long been taboo, especially in business. But now, exploring failure is being actively encouraged by some of the most successful companies in the world.

In Silicon Valley, where innovation thrives, failing is an aspiration. As Elon Musk says, “If things are not failing, you are not innovating.”

Fail parties are a common occurrence, and Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is not only known to hire those behind previous failed start ups, he often celebrates the company’s failure in his letters to shareholders.

And it’s this notion of fallibility which underpins Dr Christian Walsh’s paper, Creative Challenge, at the University of Canterbury.

Here, MBA students - who are working on existing businesses or potential ones – are pushed outside of their comfort zones to achieve failure.

Why? Because we are conditioned to avoid failure, which sees many people safely maintaining the status quo.

“The problem is not that you aim too high and fail, the problem is you aim too low and succeed,” says Dr Walsh.

“Of course, not all failure is necessarily good failure. What we are looking at is intelligent failure.”

This, he says, is when ideas are deliberately tested, and failure is identified early.

“We often learn far more from these intelligent failures than by playing it safe,” he says.

Not only are lessons learnt from the failure - about products, systems or ideas - but a climate which celebrates, or at least tolerates, pulling the pin on a futile endeavour saves resources, too.

“In business, being decisive is often seen as strength, but saying you don’t know the answers is actually the strongest leadership.”

The concept is explored by a number of talking heads around the world. The head of Google’s X, Astro Teller’s TED Talk, The Unexpected Benefit of Celebrating Failure has been viewed more than

2.5 million times.

Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson says creating a fearless climate at work is the prerequisite for greater innovation and growth.

Leaning into failure takes perseverance, says Dr Walsh.

“There is the idea of having grit, being able to push through those failures and persevering to learn the lessons and develop the ability to be creative.”

This leads to a greater sense of self-belief, and of humility.

“You have to be willing to take a chance and admit you don’t know. And even more challenging than admitting you don’t know, is seeking out what you don’t know.”

The concept of embracing failure of course has parallels outside of businesses, too.

“It taps into our vulnerability, we have to be willing to be wrong to find out something new,” he says.

Dr Walsh graduated from UC with a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours. After working as an electrical engineer for 10 years he returned to UC to do an MBA, followed by a PhD focussing on entrepreneurship.

Now an academic in UC Business School’s Centre for Entrepreneurship, Dr Walsh was recently the successful recipient of a Fellowship of Advance Higher Education by AdvanceHE, a charity based in the United Kingdom.

The charity recognises tertiary educators who demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and the student experience, through engagement in a practical process that encourages research, reflection and development.

So, what is his own experience of failure?

“When we first ran the course it was a bit of an experiment, and some things failed,” he says.“We had some people who were going to be embarking on things which were too risky, so we had to change how things were going to work.”

Given his recent accolades, it sounds like there really is success in failure then.

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Moving through grief WORDS JULIE MOFFETT

Sumner psychologist Julie Zarifeh has suffered immense loss, losing her husband and son in the space of two weeks.

Her new book traverses the subject of grief, as Julie herself traversed the famed Pyrenees trail Camino de Santiago, the New York marathon, falling in love, getting engaged and becoming a grandmother.

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rief on the Run has recently hit bookshelves and Julie hopes her story will be of some help to those who are grieving. The Zarifehs were living the good life. Their foundation was a strong and loving family, a wide circle of friends, a zest for a life of sport and travel, and successful careers.

Julie is a clinical psychologist and her late husband, Paul, was one of the founders of the well-known Christchurch wetsuit company Seventhwave.

Paul died from cancer in November 2017, aged 60. While he was dying, Julie knew that after 30 years

together, she had to prepare for a very different life, as a single woman.

She formulated a plan to walk the Camino de Santiago, and became involved with the documentary film project Camino Skies.

Then the unthinkable happened, Julie and Paul’s eldest son, 27-yearold Sam, was killed in a rafting accident on the West Coast in December 2017.

She knew she had to keep going, to keep a routine, to keep up her exercise and to keep planning for the future. Julie’s routines evolved into what she dubbed, “Big Hairy Goals.”

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Santiago trail was one of them.

“I had to have something to look forward to. The community in which I live is amazingly supportive, but there’s also not many secrets in Sumner. I just intuitively knew I wanted to take the intensity of my grief offshore and take some downtime to process that.”

Her approach is what is known as active grieving. So, 2018 saw her also run the New York Marathon and get involved in several fundraising events for charities – ones with an active and fitness element, of course.

Today, Julie says she finds enormous solace visualising Paul and Sam being together.

“Sitting on a log on a beach having beersies, whatever. Most of the time I grieve collectively for them, but then my grief for Sam will hit on its own quite often. Just for the loss of a life that was yet to be fully lived.”

She’s still throwing herself headlong into her exercise and work, she’s part of a research team working with the families and victims of the Christchurch mosque attacks.

She has also fallen in love, and is engaged.

The overall message of Grief on the Run is one of hope in the face of devastating loss. Julie’s been signing her book with the St Augustine quote, “Solvitur ambulando” (it is all solved by walking), saying walking is a great tonic for the soul.

Julie experienced another lifeenhancing event recently when her son Jared and his partner Emma told her she was going to be a grandmother.

“The world just,” she clicks her fingers, “changed that day. It was very exciting. The month that Quinn was born was two years after our loss.

“But don’t call me grandma! The grandkids will call me Jazzy!”

And grand-baby number two is on the way.

Grief on the Run by Julie Zarifeh, published by Allen & Unwin.

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WORDS IAN KNOTT

He’s behind some of the most significant television comedy writing of the 21st century, and now Ben Elton is bringing his stand-up to Christchurch.

Metropol catches up with the talented Brit behind Blackadder, We Will Rock You and so much more.

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o take a look at Ben Elton’s multiaward winning body of work is to take a look at some of the most well-loved and revolutionary TV series in the last 40 years.

Add to that 17 novels, film, musicals, radio, plays, stand-up comedy shows and more, and it’s hard to fathom how the 61-year-old over achiever can find the time to wear so many successful hats.

“Well I’m a writer first and foremost. Being a comedian is a part of that,” he explains.

It’s his stand-up comedy hat that Elton will adorn when he graces the stage of Christchurch’s James Hay Theatre on May 14 and 15. His tour was originally planned for May 2020 but Covid-19 forced a 12 month delay. This has afforded Elton the luxury of adding 14 more tour dates around the country, allowing him to reach an audience who may not have made it to the larger cities.

“I thought bugger it, if I’m doing two weeks in a Holiday Inn staring at the trouser press I’m going to make the most of this tour. I’m going to see more of this incredible natural environment, visit towns I’ve never been to before and play to people I wouldn’t normally get the chance to entertain. I’m really excited about it,” he says.

In spite of his tour being delayed, not even a pandemic can stop this comedic juggernaut from adding to his lengthy resume.

“As a writer I have at least been able to continue to work. I wrote an Upstart Crow Christmas special for the BBC with Shakespeare in lockdown (they closed the theatres in his day too). Also I’ve been working on the screenplay for a new Bee Gees biopic.”

When asked if the pandemic opened the doors for new material, Elton seemed reluctant to drag people through turbulent times again.

“I had the new routine in great shape after doing 90 dates in the UK and Ireland but of course that was pre-Covid so I will certainly be going through it all so that it’s bang up-todate in our weird new reality. I’m not doing a lot of Covid material though. I think we’re all pretty f’ing over it,” he muses.

I wondered whether audiences are even more thirsty than usual for good comedy due to the added stresses of recent times. Elton laughs, “Ha! People always need comedy and I’m excited to be getting the chance to spread a bit of laughter.”

I first encountered Elton’s work in the mideighties with The Young Ones, a show I can almost quote word-for-word. Elton co-wrote the series and was surrounded by comedic geniuses like Alexei Sayle and the late Rik Mayall, but you need to look further back for comics who have influenced his style.

“My favourite comics when I was a kid were Morecambe and Wise. [Monty] Python hit in 1969 when I was 10 and changed comedy forever,” he says. “But I think my greatest influence was the comic novelist PG Wodehouse, I think I learned more about comic timing from his stories than I ever did from an actual comedian!”

Elton spends his time living between Perth and East Sussex, and when asked if living there and being married to an Australian makes appealing to Kiwi audiences any easier, he explains that comedy is universal.

“I never try to please some imagined audience, I only try to please myself and hope it clicks. I did that when writing The Young Ones and Blackadder, and still do today.

“I write about our shared human experience. Of course there are always local nuances and they are fun to play with, but basically if the act lands in Canterbury, UK I’m guessing most of it will land in Canterbury, NZ. It had better do!”

Ben Elton is performing at the James Hay Theatre on May 14 and 15, 7.30pm.

Tickets available from Ticketek and are selling fast.

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Meet Berry. Berry has been his owner’s faithful companion for 14 years. He has stood by his family through the Canterbury quakes and through three additional members to the family – two human babies and a new puppy.

ut lately Berry’s owner noticed that he is losing weight. More troubling though was that he was still eating really well.

She booked Berry in for a consultation at Ourvets Riccarton. Ourvets Riccarton has recently achieved Silver Cat Friendly accreditation – thus Berry had a separate cat waiting area and his own cat consult room. The vet examined Berry and ran a senior blood profile on him. And the diagnosis? Berry has hyperthyroidism!

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A great service offered by Ourvets, is the Iodine 131 treatment. Radioactive iodine (I131) can be used to provide a safe cure for hyperthyroidism in felines. This is a common condition seen in older cats, but thankfully a single injection of I131 can cure around 95 percent of cases. Where the condition persists, cats can be treated with a second dose.

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ales and Marketing Manager Alison Fleming says an open home next month will be a great opportunity to see what is on offer.

“We have an open home scheduled for Sunday May 2 from 2pm to 3pm so anyone interested can view these really smart dwellings,” she says.

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Savour the spectacular regional flavours at a vineyard restaurant in Marlborough wine country. Home to some of the country’s most world-renowned wineries and varieties, you can sample locally grown food and drinks while soaking up a feast of views, too.

ADVENTURE TIME For those who love the outdoors, Marlborough is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the pristine coastal and rugged bush landscapes. Tramp the Queen Charlotte Track, visit Motuara Island or summit Mount Stokes.

ATTRACTIVE ATTRACTIONS Marlborough might be small, but it is home to a unique collections of attractions. See where Sir Peter Jackson parks some of his collection of wartime aeroplanes at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum in Blenheim. Or, explore the Sounds by air in a plane or helicopter, private yacht or Land Rover.

ALL ABOARD! THE EDWIN FOX Telling the story of Marlborough!

We are known for our Wine Exhibition, which is the best introduction to wine in Marlborough, and Te Pokohiwi 1250 A.D., our unique Polynesian settlement and archaeology site.

Smaller exhibitions include Victorian and natural history.

Open: 10-4 Daily FREE on Saturdays info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz 03 578 1712 26 Arthur Baker Place, Blenheim, New Zealand www.marlboroughmuseum.org.nz

The jewel of the Marlborough Sounds

Ship (1853) & Museum

A great all-weather activity

Open Daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, 1 Auckland St, Picton Foreshore P. 03 573 6868 • info@edwinfoxship.nz EdwinFoxMaritimeMuseum • www.edwinfoxsociety.com Perched on a hillside overlooking the Queen Charlotte Sound, this secluded retreat is accessible only by helicopter or water taxi. Scandinavian-style contemporary interiors are minimalist but inviting.

One, two and three bedroom apartments feature panoramic windows with unobstructed views of the picturesque cove, private balconies and well-equipped kitchenettes. The opulent Kereru Suite also has a private spa pool.

Dining options include the Foredeck Restaurant for local and regional specialties and the Quarterdeck, a waterside café which serves tapas, platters and tasting plates.

www.bayofmanycoves.co.nz | enquiries@bayofmanycoves.co.nz | 03 579-9771

The property offers a heated pool, a cedar hot tub, a day spa and 10 moorings for boats. Activities include hikes to see bioluminescent glow-worm colonies and access to the Queen Charlotte Track. Dolphin interactions, guided kayaking adventures and fishing charters are also available.

Call us to discuss our famed “Stay 3, Pay 2 packages.

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SCENIC WONDERS

one on one

The art of organising Beck Wadworth knows about organising. The businesswoman, who went to school in Christchurch, has built a successful brand from helping people make their lives easier. Metropol catches up with Beck about her stylish stationery, and the art of organising in a chaotic world.

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Tell us about your love of organising – did this spawn from necessity or want; and how did it evolve into your business, An Organised Life?

“From a young age, I was always extremely organised and loved putting pen to paper, relying daily on to-do lists and my diary. For me, prep and planning has always reduced my stress levels, allowed me to have control over the controllables and in general just made life easier.

“When I moved to Sydney in my early 20s I was working at a very fast-paced company in the fashion industry and couldn’t find a diary that housed all my to-do lists, schedule, notes and more but also looked beautiful and premium. This was when An Organised Life was born. With a background in graphic design, I created my first dream diary and the rest is history.”

Your stationery goes beyond just days and months – your diaries and notebooks also help with goal setting, budgeting and more.

And as we head into a new financial year, people rethink their goals and try to organise the months ahead – what are your top tips for organising your life?

“Prioritise, prioritise, prioritise. Use todo lists and a 2021 diary to your advantage to manage your workload and schedule daily. Always look ahead; being proactive rather than reactive. Set goals - personal, professional and financial. Pick one day each week that you set aside 30-minutes or so to organise the small things like meal planning, outfits for the week, fitness schedule etc.

“Learn to say no, your time is precious don’t over commit. And, finally, overestimate rather than underestimate: allow more time to complete projects or tasks rather than too little time. Having a buffer is key. Life can be unpredictable!”

If 2020 taught us anything, it was that you can’t plan for everything! How do you deal with the unexpected, and allow for coursecorrections when life veers off course?

“Life is unexpected and there is nothing we can do about that. I’m a big believer in identifying the best- and worst-case scenario in any situation and planning for all of them where possible. Strive for the best case but be aware of the worst case. Adapting and being open minded is always important and knowing your priorities too. In our diaries we have a thorough goal planning section that covers this type of strategy. You set your dream goal but then you create an action plan of how you can actually achieve this.”

Tell us about your new mid-year diaries, and AOL’s other new moves for 2021!

“Designed with function and style in mind, the financial year diaries include a week per double page spread layout, customisable cover, thorough goal planning and budgeting sections, monthly and yearly calendars, organisational tips, monthly motivational quotes, a section for your weekly goal and favourite moment from the week and more.”

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Why is it important for you to be organised, and how have you seen the benefits of this play out in your daily life?

“Where do I start? I personally believe there are so many incredible benefits that come from being organised. One of the obvious ones is how much prep, planning and organising can reduce stress levels and allows you to stay in control. Being organised also can save you time and money as well.

“For example, every day I love utilising a todo list to manage my workload and schedule - personally and professionally. To always look ahead and be proactive rather than reactive.

I always write my to-do list the night before and prioritise it which mentally allows me to prep for what is to come. In the morning, I’m ready to go and power through with a clear direction.”

YOUR NEW CAREER STARTS HERE Join us in 2021 for Certificate and Diploma level studies in Agriculture, Wool Technology, Equine and more.

Live on-campus or as a day student and become part of the Telford experience.

Take advantage of the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund that will allow you to study select sub-degree courses at no cost.

For more information call 0800 835 367 or visit www.sit.ac.nz/Telford 22 29 April, 2021 Metropol

They are some of the most inspiring and innovative leaders in our midst and play no small part in shaping our future generations through outstanding education. In this special supplement we introduce the Principals of some of Canterbury’s finest schools, learning about their philosophies, values and ambitions and, of course, the exceptional educational institutions behind them.

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MEET THE PRINCIPAL

Diana Patchett Executive Principal

St Margaret’s College A

s we head towards the winter sport season, we are proud 90 percent of St Margaret’s College students are active in sport. And that’s just one aspect of their school life, with opportunities for artists, coding experts, dancers, debaters, environmentalists, film makers, musicians, singers, the list goes on…

Of course, first and foremost, we are an educational institution and our academic results are nothing short of extraordinary in both NCEA and the International Baccalaureate. St Margaret’s is consistently among the top academic schools in the country while giving our girls rich and rewarding opportunities to be involved in sports and the arts, service

and outdoor pursuits.

No two children are the same, and that is a good thing. At St Margaret’s, we are a family, just like yours, and we celebrate diversity, we amplify it, for we know each girl comes to us with her own gifts and abilities and it is our privilege to uncover those, and more, as she moves through our school and out into the world.

As parents it is a big decision to choose the school that is right for your child, and it is a significant investment, but one your daughter will reap the rewards of for the rest of her life. When the content is fading, it is the challenge, the compassion and the care that will remain. These will set her up for the future, whatever that might

bring, and if one thing is certain, it will be adapting to change.

Knowing and playing to your strengths, being an open-minded and flexible thinker, having confidence in your own skills and abilities, practising interpersonal and collaborative skills to be able to work well with others, and perhaps most importantly, demonstrating the resilience to embrace failure as a necessary means to realising a solution to new challenges – these will continue to be invaluable life skills for all ages and allow them to flourish, even in the most uncertain of times.

It is the aspiration of St Margaret’s College to set our girls up for success, whatever success looks like for them.

So, the development of these powerful graduate attributes is intrinsic to the academic, social, physical and spiritual programmes we afford our girls – with this balanced foundation comes a bright future. www.stmargarets.school.nz

Empowering Girls to Learn, Live and Lead

Learn more about a St Margaret’s education for your daughter – book your personal tour today Please contact: Susie Campbell, Admissions Manager: (03) 353 2563 enrol@stmargarets.school.nz

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MEET THE PRINCIPAL

Scott Thelning Principal

Cathedral Grammar F

rom our Pre-School through to our Year 8 students, at The Cathedral Grammar School our vision is to nurture, to know and to grow every child every day in a meaningful and future-focussed manner which supports, develops and grows their hearts as well as their minds.

As we celebrate our 140th year of providing high-quality education in the heart of Christchurch, Cathedral Grammar continues to build upon its great respect for its long and proud history and traditions, together with a relentless commitment to evolving, growing and adapting. The pursuit of excellence, broadening opportunities, creating multiple pathways for success and

focussing on our students’ well-being is at the heart of all we do.

The growth within our school has this year brought about the construction of a new two-storey building housing eight classrooms and multiple ancillary and flexible spaces. Through partnering with Warren and Mahoney Architects and Simon Construction, a stunning design and smooth construction phase has our school community excitedly awaiting completion later this year.

This fantastic new facility will enhance the offerings and opportunities available to our students and support our high-quality teachers in providing opportunities for our students to flourish across all areas. It is a

clear signal of the positive culture, intent and direction of our school.

Creativity, performance and expression are important to us at Cathedral Grammar.

Many parents and visitors to our school comment on the confidence of our students to speak and perform in front of large groups of people. Intentional deliberate acts of teaching and an abundance of opportunities within a supportive and encouraging environment allows our students to develop and shine within these key areas. We are eagerly awaiting the wonderful showcase of growth and talent that will be on display in Term 3 through our biannual operetta, this year being Beauty and the Beast.

As you consider options and opportunities for your children’s education, I encourage you to attend our next Open Day on May 11 to discover the unique, high-quality and heart-focussed education we provide our community.

Scholarship opportunities are also available with further details on our website. www.cathedralgrammar.school.nz

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MEET THE PRINCIPAL

Dr Lyn Bird Principal

Selwyn House School S

elwyn House School is the only South Island girls’ school offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) from Pre-school to Year 8. The IB offers high quality education that develops in our students an understanding that they can make a difference to their world, both locally and globally.

At the heart of the PYP is the Learner Profile - a set of attributes that encourage our students to become internationallyminded and interculturally aware. The young people we grow are knowledgeable, risk-takers, open-minded, thinkers, inquirers, communicators, caring, balanced,

reflective and principled.

The PYP framework at Selwyn House School provides opportunities for students to develop their passions and talents through both core and specialised subjects. Students spend the majority of their day with their class teachers developing their knowledge, enduring concepts and skills in language, mathematics, social studies, science under the umbrella of units of inquiry, where these subjects work together in a transdisciplinary approach to learning.

The students also visit their specialist subjects of Music, performing arts – dance and drama, visual art, physical education,

additional science and Spanish.

Selwyn House School has a strong future-focus in the subjects it offers, including mechatronics, food technology and a new artificial intelligence module.

The state-of-the-art Mechatronics Room allows highly engaging, hands-on learning, with 3D printers and a laser cutter sitting side-by-side with drills, hammers and hot glue guns. Food technology broaches both science and social studies, with a dual focus on learning the science behind the food we eat, and the cultures that a shared love of food and understanding brings together.

Our students develop a set of PYP skills (approaches to learning) that will set them apart in the future. They develop strengths in social, thinking, research, self-management and communication skills. Beginning from the Pre-School we explicitly teach the children to know and use these skills. This enables and empowers them to become self-regulated learners who show strength in learner agency and efficacy.

Where the PYP really sets other curriculum frameworks apart, is the emphasis on learners taking meaningful action to make a difference for themselves and the world around them. Our students go beyond only learning knowledge, enduring concepts and skills - they apply this learning to solving real-world problems of significance to them and their local or global community. We actively encourage our students to think about what sort of person they want to be, what life they want to lead and what they are prepared to stand up and fight for - that is how Selwyn House School is developing the leaders of the future.

We would love you to come and see for yourself at our Open Day, 9am to 12pm on May 3. Please contact our Enrolments Coordinator, Leanne, for more information or to book a tour on a different date on (03) 355 7299 or enrolments@selhouse. school.nz. I look forward to meeting you and sharing our passion for education with you! www.selwynhouse.school.nz

OPEN DAY MONDAY 3 MAY 9AM TO NOON 122 MERIVALE LANE To register your interest phone: (03) 355 7299 or email: office@selhouse.school.nz SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR 2022. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4PM, FRIDAY 14 MAY 2021.

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MEET THE PRINCIPAL

Rector Christine Leighton

St Andrew’s College I

am a great believer in girls and boys being educated alongside one another. I went to a co-educational school myself and believe it is the best way to prepare young people for their future. I’m the first female Rector at St Andrew’s College and have been in the role since 2007, following a long career as a teacher and in senior leadership roles.

St Andrew’s College is strongly committed to the holistic development of its students. We recognise each student as an individual, and with a multi-dimensional approach, support their personal development and well-being alongside a growth mindset for learning. We strive to ensure our students leave with not only a world-class education, but also the mental

agility, emotional intelligence, and resilience to survive and flourish in life beyond secondary school.

The St Andrew’s College community has welcomed 2021 with great energy, and a sense of promise and anticipation. The year started with students achieving the best academic year for St Andrew’s College in its history. With a total of 279 Excellence endorsements in NCEA, and 53 New Zealand Scholarships, we are among the very best in New Zealand.

Co-curricular programmes, wholeschool celebrations, and service activities are an important way for students to further develop their all-important key competencies – managing self, relating

to others, participating, and contributing, which will prepare them for life beyond school.

Being part of a team, whether that be in sport, choir, jazz band, debating, robotics, theatresports, or community service, to name just a few, helps our students to learn many skills and attributes, which complement academic learning.

A focus on student well-being has perhaps never been more vital in the Covid-19 environment. We have a full programme of strategies to help students develop a broad set of character strengths, virtues and competencies – so important in this unprecedented time.

Now halfway through implementing our strategic vision, Framing Our Future, all members of the St Andrew’s College community strive to live the values of truth, excellence, faith, creativity, and inclusivity.

These values mean so much more than words. They are a tangible and visible guide to how we treat each other every day and remind us of the importance of being aware of each other’s differences and needs. www.stac.school.nz

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Walking the walk - Fashion for a Cure Photos by Jane Wyles Photography, for copies email janewylesphotos@gmail.com Check Metropol’s Facebook for more from this event.

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At the start of the month, the ever-popular Fashion for a Cure took place in support of Breast Cancer Cure at the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. Cocktails, canapes and (the latest) collections were on full display. Big names took to the catwalk including; Trelise Cooper, Storm, Ruby, Augustine by Kelly Coe, Kathryn Wilson Footwear, Amaya, Curate and NOM*d.

1. Tracey Prince, Bronny Skuse, 2. Phillipa Green, Professor Parry Guilford, 3. Vanessa Weenink, Monique Bohnenn, 4. Abby Melton, Natalie Mantell, 5. Amber Henderson, Kim Beere, 6. Abby Shaw, Kim Wylie, Laura Birch, Kelly Stewart-Gale, 7. Leeann Watson, Helena Field, Rachel Blake, 8. Anastassia Naylor, 9. Anna Johnston, Penny Swan, 10. Petra Bagust, Kim Beere, Phillipa Green, 11. Zani Polson, Katie Kinraid, 12. Shelley Peebles, Maria Roe, Nicola Fitzsimmons.

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Spring into winter R&R WORDS LYNDA PAPESCH

When a warming winter break is on the agenda, head to Hanmer Springs, located a mere 90 minutes by road from Christchurch. The beauty of a holiday in Hanmer is that you can don your activewear and roll up the sleeves, or simply fold out a deck chair and open that book you have been itching to get stuck into.

SPA TOWN

ADVENTURE OASIS

…AND MUCH MORE!

The Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa, with soothing mineral waters, different levels of thrills on the waterslides, and a selection of hot pools, is a must. Check out the spa treatments too. The area is also an adventure playground for the more active. Its surrounding mountains are home to trails and seasonal ski slopes, while the nearby Conical Hill and Heritage Forest has a trail winding to a lookout point.

Adventure in the Hurunui might mean heading out jetboating on the river, up a mountain, along the beach, into native bush, ambling through forest or hitting one of the region’s many bike tracks.

The region caters for all types of cycling enthusiasts, including mountain bikers, cruisers, speedsters and the younger set.

A raft of mountain biking tracks offer the ultimate in air and speed, while the iconic St James Cycle Trail is worth the effort.

Within easy reach of the Hanmer township are two family-friendly ski fields, Mt Lyford and Hanmer Springs Ski Area. The region has already experienced its first snow dumps so don’t hesitate to pack your ski gear. To the south, the rugged Waiau Gorge is known for its whitewater rapids and if you are a keen fisherman, also for its abundant salmon and trout.

Take a rest from your travels in comfortable surroundings

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Luxury in Hanmer

For the ultimate luxurious getaway, set in the heart of beautiful Hanmer Springs, one simply cannot overlook Village Lake Apartments, where exceptional hospitality awaits.

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heir modern spacious apartments are the perfect place for any occasion, whether it’s a romantic getaway, family escape or even a corporate meeting.

Village Lake Apartments provides you with luxury and refinement which is second to none. All apartments feature a fully self-contained kitchen, full laundry facilities, spa bath, under floor heating, gas fire and heat pump. Comfort is prominent, with super comfy beds in all the apartments ensuring the best night’s sleep,

and stylish décor to match.

Village Lake Apartments truly has a ‘home away from home’ vibe.

Within a few minutes’ walk of the Hanmer Thermal Pools and other local amenities, Village Lake Apartments should be the only choice for those wanting the best. The friendly and welcoming hosts will make sure that you make the most of your stay. Contact Village Lake on the details featured below or book online via the website. You may even find some mid-week specials and discount codes. www.villagelake.co.nz

FOOD AS WHOLESOME AS THE LOCATION

Home to some of the finest artwork in the South Island from over 50 New Zealand artists, including paintings, pottery wood turning, jewellery glassware, sculptures & ceramics.

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The perfect mix of scenery al fresco dining and your favourite drinks

Luxury 5 Star Gold Accommodation

A licensed venue with selection of craft beers, variety of ciders, tap beers and wide range of wine collection. Open 7 days a week.

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Luxurious 5★ Gold Apartments, warm & cosy for these cooler months, all with Gas Fires, Underfloor Heating and stunning views. Centrally located in the Heart of the Village – yet so quiet and relaxing.

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Don’t let your smile be the reason for your frown

If you’re feeling self-conscious of your teeth, maybe it’s time to make a conscious decision to improve your smile.

Dentures - Veneers - Implants.

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fashion, health & beauty

The essence of beauty WORDS ELLA SOMERS

Trying to accommodate the needs of your skin when we shift from the warmer to cooler months can be challenging for even those with the most balanced skin. Enter beauty essences, an effective way to introduce more hydration into your skincare routine and keep your skin glowing to its best ability this winter.

WHAT ARE BEAUTY ESSENCES?

WHAT DO THEY DO?

HOW SHOULD YOU USE THEM?

Also known as facial essences, are the skincare boost you definitely need in your beauty bag in the upcoming colder and drier months. It’s a product which has a texture similar to serum but with a lighter consistency and using it near the beginning of your skincare routine means the other products you use can sink deeper into your skin.

Recommended for those looking to step up your skincare a notch or add a much-needed extra hydration boost.

Beauty essences deeply hydrate your skin without being heavy or clogging your pores in between the other steps of your skincare routine.

Vogue recommends that you use beauty essences after toner but before serum as they make the rest of your skincare routine absorb more smoothly into your skin. To use, pump several pumps into your hands and pat gently over your skin.

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1. New Order, floaty feminine dresses are essential trans-seasonal wardrobe winners, Drama the Label Shanty Dress in Espresso, 2. The Fitting Room, soft and delicate lace is a taste of luxury, Panache Clara Full Cup Bra and Briefs in Crystal Blue, 3. Untouched World, warm up winter with cosy New Zealand made knits, Willa Sweater, 4. Rangiora Shoe Lines, western-inspired ankle boots are shoe-drobe heroes, EOS Norton in Brandy, 5. Sophie Divett Jewellery, wear the galaxy on your finger, Orion Ring with Black and Ceylon Sapphires set in White Gold, 6. Saba, snuggle into the cooler weather with a comfy cardigan, Angus Shawl Cardi in Fern.

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Now trending...

WORDS MORGAN TAIT

Nineties throwbacks, laidback suiting and loud, whimsy details are tipped to dominate our wardrobes for the chillier seasons. So, Metropol has pulled together the styles beginning to trend as we start reshuffling our wardrobes for the cooler months ahead.

Peter pan collars Ganni Rib Knit Sleeveless Sweater in Fossil from Workshop

A whimsical addition to the beloved blouse, Peter Pan collars have been popping up for a while now. A fun and fresh take on classic shirting, and perfect peeking out over a sweater.

Witchery Lace Collar Shirt

Sweater vests &Daughter Bonnie Tank Top

A throwback to preppy styles of the ‘90s, sweater vests are big. This time around, the vests are slouchier, and worn atop baggy shirts and tees.

ASOS V Neck Vest with Argyle Pattern

Blanca Studio Emili Tunic

Keep your skin fresh with a coffee scrub.

Drunk Elephant Koffee Scrub from Mecca

Bresley Sista Boot

MW by Kathryn Wilson Newman Boot EMU Barkly Merino Sneakers

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Gold and pearls are a trending duo. Holly Ryan Large Mini Picasso Pearl Drops

Relaxed tailoring A standout trend at the recent Shanghai Fashion Week, this laidback look is tipped to keep taking off. Expect to see casual suiting in unfussy, over sized fits paired with chunky boots, sneakers and cross body bags, for guys and girls.

Trelise Cooper Pur-Suit of Happiness Me & My Boyfriend Jacket and Step A Head Trousers

Probiotics for your skin? Check.

Unconditional Skincare Co. Live Probiotic Hydration Serum

Cooper Checkmate Waste Not Want Scott Coat

Fresh sneakers with a pop of colour.

Veja V-10

A luxe lotion to stay dewy all over.

Summer Fridays Summer Silk Nourishing Body Lotion from Mecca

Friends with Frank Harriet Teddy Coast in Tan

Loud coats What is autumn and winter without a go-to jacket?

This season, try a coat with personality. If you’re not one for bright colours, try a bold pattern or flashy texture to lift the mood.

Ruby Rooney Coat

Chunky soles are the flats du jour.

Alias Mae Nix Shoes

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St Agni Tau Blazer and Erika Pants in Caramello

THE BEAUTY REPORT. We’ve pulled together some of the best products, concepts and services to hit the beauty world.

La Biosthetique Refreshing Dry Shampoo

Because she deserves it Show mum how much she means to you with a gift voucher for a luxurious massage or facial at Beckenham Beauty & Medi Spa.

La Biosthetique’s new Refreshing Dry Shampoo makes the hair instantly clean and fresh while adding volume, texture and hold. For hair that looks freshly washed in just a few minutes!

Hair Art & Beauty www.hairart.co.nz Ph: 03 381 8939 96 Cranford St, St Albans, Christchurch

Beckenham Beauty & Medi Spa Ph: 03 3316 133 | www.beckenhambeauty.co.nz

Slow down the ageing process Slow down the ageing process with cosmetic medicine from the longest established appearance medicine clinic in NZ. • Natural looking results • Cosmetic Injectables • Profhilo® • Platelet Rich Plasma • Lasers • IPL • Dermal Therapy Transform Clinic Merivale Ph: 0800 2TRANSFORM

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Snoring? Want to sleep?

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Oraltech Ltd Ph: 03 377 4318 www.oraltechchristchurch.com

Plant Your Day Plant-based vegan protein powder for optimal gut health and balanced skin.

• Formulated with organic pumpkin and pea protein and prebiotics and probiotics • 110 calories, 17g of protein, 1g of sugar, 2g of fat • pH balancing and alkalising • A delicious chocolate flavour • Doubles as a meal replacement when fruit, milk or other ingredients are added • Vegan Clean Clinical Vitamins® PlantYourDay by Hush + Hush www.stayfabulous.co.nz 38 29 April, 2021 Metropol

Sparkle and Shine A night of casual elegance Put on some sparkle and get ready to shine for a night of casual elegance.

Join us for an evening of live entertainment, delicious canapés, plenty of dancing, and a live auction.

When — Saturday 15th May 2021 7:30pm — Midnight

Where — Christchurch Town Hall The Limes Room

Theme — Sparkle and Shine

Dress code — Casual elegance

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CAROLINE HAAR

It’s no secret that Caroline Haar is a leader in her industry; accumulating multiple awards, including being a five-time winner of the Canterbury Westland Hairstylist and Colourist of the Year.

And it is with great pleasure that she uses said talents to upskill the next generation of stylists that are

under her wing at Haar Design in Merivale. This hasn’t gone unnoticed by happy customers.

“Beautiful salon full of beautiful people.

Caro always looks after you and if she can’t she makes sure someone else can,” says Haar Design client Aimee.

With free parking, there’s ample reason to book in on the details below.

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Tranquil times

Walk through the doors of Beauty Progress Thai Massage and Spa and enter a place of tranquility and healing, with a relaxation area that has the comforting feel of being in a treehouse.

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hree treatment rooms are available, including doubles for you and your partner (or mum. Yes, it’s Mother’s Day soon!). One of the most popular treatments is Thai therapeutic massage which concentrates on the relief of specific stress points and muscle tension; perfect for those who suffer from muscle pain.

With Mother’s Day coming up treat your mum to a specially priced Luxury Spa Package. She’ll luxuriate in a 75-minute treatment for hard working feet and body, which includes a 15 minute reflexology foot massage, a 45 minute back, neck and shoulder massage, and a tension-relieving 15 minute scalp massage.

It’s $139, saving $24, and the offer is valid until the end of May 2021.

Call to book for you and mum on 0800 379 4315 or get a gift voucher at Beauty Progress Thai Massage Spa 1/171 Waltham Rd, Sydenham or from the website below, where you can read testimonials from many happy clients.

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She’ll luxuriate in a 75min treatment for hard working feet and bodies, which includes a 15min reflexology foot massage, a 45min back, neck and shoulder massage, and a tensionrelieving 15min scalp massage.

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WORDS ELLA SOMERS

Keeping on top of your wellness during the colder months can feel so much harder when you haven’t got a good dose of summer sunshine to boost your motivation. Here are a few of Metropol’s tips for fighting off the winter wellness woes so you’re ready to face the chilly season feeling your best.

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Well for winter

VITAL VITAMINS It’s important that you’re getting a regular dose of essential vitamins and supplements in your system to combat the cold and lack of sunshine in the upcoming months. Vitamin C and Zinc can super boost your immune system as well as strengthen your skin, hair, and nails. Vitamin B can lift your mood and energy levels, and vitamin D helps make up for the lack of sun which is always beneficial during the cold and dry seasons.

HYDRATION SALVATION Winter can cause havoc to your skin like nothing else but boosting your hydration levels can help combat dry or affected skin. As well as making sure you’re getting your daily water intake, you can also give your skincare routine a hydration boost by treating yourself to a more nourishing moisturiser or an overnight facemask to help distressed skin.

FLAVOURFUL FOOD Saying goodbye to summer is a little less bitter and a little bit sweeter when you think about all the autumn and winter fruits and vegetables that you can welcome into your kitchen and pantry.

Slow-roasted vegetables, hearty soups and preserved fruits are the perfect way to keep on top of the winter wellness game and can be something to look forward to on dark and chilly nights. Add spices like turmeric and ginger to boost nourishment and flavour!

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Diagnostic expertise There is much to love about New Zealand – our beaches, forests, rivers and mountains, and nobody celebrates their great outdoors quite like us, but in doing so, we run the risk of over-exposing our skin to the damaging radiation of the sun. Mohs and Skin Cancer Specialist are here to help detect early signs of harmful skin damage.

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t’s not just sunbathing that’s a danger; it can be gardening, walking, biking, or any kind of outdoor activity,” says dermatologist Dr Mairi-Clare Ferguson.

New Zealand and the southern hemisphere tilts closer to the sun during our summer. We have a high number of clear sky days and our ozone layer is thin; this results in New Zealand having some of the highest solar radiation in the world.

Fortunately for us, Mohs and Skin Cancer Specialist has combined diagnostic expertise with cutting-edge technology that facilitates detection of skin cancers in their earliest stages.

“FotoFinder is the big point of difference here,” Mairi-Clare says. “The clarity of the images is outstanding.

We can use this tool to monitor lesions for change. We can re-image the same lesion at different time intervals, and the technology will detect any minute changes in the lesions before they are visible to the human eye.”

Dermoscopy is an imaging technique using polarisation, which allows the clinician to see into the surface levels of the skin. There are many dermatoscopes on the market but the FotoFinder Medicam is world-leading in this field.

“The Medicam allows up to 100 times magnification without losing any clarity in

We can use this tool to monitor lesions for change. We can re-image the same lesion at different time intervals, and the technology will detect any minute changes in the lesions before they are visible to the human eye.

detail. That’s how incredible the camera is. The lesion is displayed on the large monitor which means the important details can be easily shown and explained to the patient,” Mairi-Clare says.

What patients really value about this clinic is that the patient has their skin examined by the doctor, and a management plan will be explained and provided to the patient during that appointment.

Also offered are all types of medical and surgical removal of skin cancers, meaning the patients do not need to look elsewhere for treatment once a cancer has been diagnosed.

“In addition, we are one of the few practices in the South Island offering the gold standard procedure for removal of skin cancers on the face, called Mohs’ micrographic surgery. This technique has the highest cure rates, while leaving the smallest possible defect after tumour removal,” Mairi-Clare says.

“We are experts in diagnosing skin cancer, and with the reassurance of precise digital monitoring, we can reduce the number of unnecessary excisions. For patients that do require surgical removal of a lesion, this will be provided ‘in-house’, saving patients time and providing peace of mind.”

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The optimum for oral health You may have had a filling, or a crown, or a veneer, or even a root canal done. You take care of your teeth, see a hygienist and have regular check-ups. You’re on the right track for dental health. But just what is in these products? Dentistry on Merivale chooses a healthy alternative to traditional metals.

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vidence shows filling materials of nearly any type can very slowly break down in the mouth over time, releasing minute amounts of the filling/ restorative material/cement into the mouth and hence into the body.

So material should be as biocompatible as possible to avoid any toxicity or sensitivity.

Most composites (typically used for tooth-coloured fillings these days) contain chemicals such as BPA, TEGDMA, HEMA,

phthalates and, sometimes, even titanium dioxide, all or any of which many people try to avoid. Amalgam contains about 50 percent mercury by weight, along with silver and other metals.

Even many cements used to fix crowns to teeth can contain some of these chemicals.

Biologic dentistry is a practice which uses materials as safe for the body as possible, while still allowing for excellent clinical results.

Dr. David Walsh BSC DMD (Canada, 1987) Dentistry on Merivale shares this approach, and sources its materials from manufacturers like Saremco in Switzerland.

Its restorative system is reported to be the only one, currently, where every

component is HEMA and TEGDMA free, and is even designed to resist enzymatic dissolution.

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Menus for mum on her special day WORDS LYNDA PAPESCH

Cooking up a storm has been part and parcel of Mother’s Day for decades, whether it is singed toast and orange juice lovingly prepared by tiny hands for breakfast, or more creative culinary efforts. Here are Metropol’s suggestions for delicious ways to treat the mother figure in your life this year, plus see our two recipes in this issue for inspiration, too.

BREAKFAST BONANZA

BEAUTIFUL BRUNCH

DELIGHTFUL DINNER

Often Mother’s Day starts with breakfast in bed for mum. A cup of tea and a croissant does the trick in many homes, while in yet others it may be a favourite breakfast or brunch. Think pancakes and bacon with lashings of maple syrup, waffles with jam and cream or eggs bene with lemony hollandaise sauce.

Mother’s Day is about spoiling mums and saying “thank you” for all they do for us and often it becomes a family affair, which is great especially if the whole team heads out for brunch or lunch.

Maybe mum has a favourite café or restaurant to take her to or surprise her with a new one.

Wining and dining mum is usually the preserve of dad or her partner and again the idea is to make it uber special.

A candlelit dinner at home is just as romantic as dining out, or maybe a picnic on the beach (wrapped up warmly).

Champagne and bubblies work well with fish and chips!

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cuisine Annika Kiviniemi, left, and Eeva Torvinen

Trust the chefs

As plate after plate of beautifully presented contemporary fine dining dishes arrive at your table at The Monday Room, it becomes quite clear you can indeed trust the chefs. Or, more specifically, you can trust Eeva Torvinen and Annika Kiviniemi, the Finnish chefs behind the restaurant’s exquisite social dining offering.

Fine smoked meats, seafood, salads and platters. Local and international brews, specialist cocktails and a discerning wine list.

Come relax and enjoy with us on our fabulous balcony overlooking the Avon River.

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wner Joel Christian says Eeva and Annika are the backbone of the High Street eatery, which consistently delivers an exceptional hospitality experience through its Trust the Chef and other menus. The friends have settled in New Zealand after cooking their way around the world in large, fine dining operations, including five-star resorts 10-times the size of New Zealand establishments.

“Eeva and Annika are the entire backbone of our restaurant. They are the inspiration for everything that happens here and I feel really blessed to have them in our team,” he says.

Head chef Eeva has been with The Monday Room since 2015, and sous chef Annika joined the team a few years later.

Now settled in Christchurch with their Kiwi partners, Joel says the pair’s skills, creativity and calm demeanours have created a winning recipe for the humble fine dining restaurant.

“What sets us apart is the is the level of quality coming out of that kitchen and being produced by the people in that kitchen.”

And he is not wrong. About 90 percent of guests at the busy, plush-

industrial restaurant choose the Trust the Chef option.

For just $55 per person, the table is adorned with two courses of beautifully presented sharing plates, each selection tailored for the likes, dislikes and dietary requirements of diners.

“If someone came three nights in a row, they would try three different meals,” he says. The changing menu depends on the season, but does follow a format of starters, followed by a main course of a feature plate with a bevvy of creatively cooked accompanying vegetables and salads.

“It’s not the same as tapas-style plates, but is big hearty portions with a selection of veges flared out in really interesting ways. It’s designed to go down the middle of the table like you would at mum’s Sunday dinner.”

Currently serving its new autumn menu, diners can expect to be treated to tender cuts of venison. In spring you may find a 1.5 to 2kg serving of lamb and in summer, a whole fresh fish.

A nod to the chefs’ Scandinavian roots, the cuisine combines high-end European bistro-style fare with fresh New Zealand

produce, all presented colourfully on the plate. Attention to detail, harmonious flavour and texture contrasts, and impeccable service deliver a flawless, multi-dimensional dining experience.

For wine matches, you can also Trust the Somme and for dessert, Trust the Pâtissier.

However, Joel says patrons are not bound to sharing, they can order from the equally well thought out bistro menu, too.

“We just aim to leave people with their expectations exceeded, and that extends right through our offering from food to price, service and our wine list.”

The extensive wine list is hand selected by Joel and is not tied to one supplier. Prices start at $9 for a glass and ascend to up to $400 to $500 for vintage cellared bottles. Not to mention the huge selection of cocktails and artisanal spirits, and craft beer from Three Boys and other local brewers on tap.

Beyond the food and beverage offering, the fit-out of the two-storeyed red brick heritage building creates an intimate and connected atmosphere. www.themondayroom.nz

Gin Gin serves up a local, and sustainable food!

Gin Gin is starting to be recongised as a great foodie spot in the City!

Head Chef, Jackson Mehlhopt is keeping the menu, fresh, vibrant, local, sustainable and tasty! Kitchen open till late!

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A taste of cultures A unique opportunity to experience the richness and vibrancy of international cultures is coming to Christchurch with New Zealand Red Cross’ charity dinner, Taste of Cultures, next month. The unique culinary experience will not only provide guests a four course dinner by renowned local chefs using local ingredients, but showcase the cultures of recently settled refugees.

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lex in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens will come alive with festivities on Saturday, May 22 when chef Jonny Schwass, Pegasus Bay Winery and former refugees in

Christchurch host up to 100 guests for the dinner extravaganza.

The menu will showcase four cultures from Somalia, Eritrea, Afghanistan and www.redcross.org.nz/tasteofcultureschristchurch

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Syria - all of which have been resettled in Christchurch since it was opened again as a settlement location less than two years ago. As well as a four-course meal, guests will enjoy traditional Afghan guitar and Japanese drum performances, an Eritrean coffee ceremony, and hear from Mhamd Adnan, a Syrian refugee who spent a year detained in an airport on his journey to Christchurch.

New Zealand Red Cross General Manager of Migration, Rachel O’Connor, says the city’s resettlement programme was halted in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes, and restarted two years ago, shortly before the mosque attacks.

“It has been a difficult time for the families that arrived, and the people supporting them,” she says. “This event is a opportunity to experience the richness and vibrancy that comes from having people in our community who are from overseas.

“They didn’t plan to come here, they ended up here, and now we have an opportunity to learn about and connect to cultures and people from places most of us will never travel to.”

She says Christchurch has always been a multicultural city with strong support for new families, and attending the event is another way to welcome new people into our community.

Buy tickets for $150 per person, or $1200 for a table of 10, at www.redcross.org.nz.

Cardamom + dark chocolate

cheesecake bars Gluten-free

Makes 12–14 slices

Vegan

Method

Ingredients

Start this recipe the night before to soak the cashews.

Base 240g (1½ cups) dried pitted dates, roughly chopped 100g (⅔cup) raw almonds 1 Tbsp virgin coconut oil, melted

To make the cheesecake base, line a 28cm x 18cm slice tin with baking paper, overlapping the sides by 2cm. Put the pitted dates, almonds and melted coconut oil into a food processor and pulse until finely ground.

Press the mixture into the tin, using the back of a spoon to pack it in firmly.

To make the filling, place all the filling ingredients into a highpowered blender and blend on high until smooth. If you don’t have a high-powered blender, finely grind the cardamom seeds in a mortar and pestle first, before adding to the blender.

Pour the mixture over the base and smooth the top. Allow to set in the fridge for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.

To make the chocolate topping, place the dark chocolate into a small heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of boiling water, making sure the water doesn’t touch the bottom of the bowl.

Add the coconut milk and the maple/brown rice syrup and heat gently until melted. If it starts to look a little split (this can happen because of the coconut milk), whisk to bring it back together into a smooth sauce. When just melted, remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly, before spreading over the cheesecake. Return to the fridge until set. Once set, slice into 12–14 bars, using a sharp knife warmed under running hot water.

Filling 375g (3 cups) raw cashew nuts, soaked overnight in cold water + drained well 185ml (¾ cup) virgin coconut oil, melted 125ml (½ cup) freshly squeezed lemon juice 125ml (½ cup) pure maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp fine salt seeds from 20 cardamom pods (or 2 tsp ground cardamom) Chocolate topping 85g dairy-free dark chocolate, roughly chopped 60ml (¼ cup) coconut milk 2 Tbsp pure maple/brown rice syrup

Extracted from Every Day by Emma Galloway. HarperCollins. RRP $60.

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“Dirty” bulgur with roast chicken (Red bulgur bi jara)

SERVES 4

This dish was originally prepared in a clay pot, hence the term “bi jara”, or “from the clay oven” in the recipe’s name. My version differs from the original, not only in that I have used a regular saucepan instead of a clay pot, but also because I have ‘dirtied’ the rice. A friend of mine inspired me with his dirty rice recipe, where he mixed rice with vegetables and a lot of spices. The chicken is marinated first in the same Mediterranean seasonings that I would later use for the bulgur – each reinforcing the other.

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2 chicken legs (drumsticks) For the marinade 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1 tablespoon of tomato paste ½ teaspoon of ground coriander ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon of ground cumin Salt and pepper For the bulgur 200 g (7 oz) of coarse bulgur Boiling water 3 tablespoons of olive oil 4 French shallots (peeled and whole) 2 garlic cloves (pressed) 1 tablespoon of tomato paste 1 teaspoon of ground coriander 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon of ground cumin 400 g (14 oz) of tinned tomatoes (cubed) 200 ml (7 fl oz) of chicken stock Salt and pepper 200 g (7 oz) of tinned chickpeas (rinsed) 150 g (1 cup) of frozen peas To garnish 1 handful of flat-leaf parsley (chopped)

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Put the chicken in a sealable freezer bag with the olive oil, tomato paste, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt and pepper. Seal the bag and rub all the marinade ingredients into the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.

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Heat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

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Place the chicken in an ovenproof baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, cover with aluminium foil and bake for 30 minutes. Turn the grill (broiler) on, remove the foil and cook the chicken for another 10 minutes, until golden brown.

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Make the bulgur while the chicken is baking in the oven. Pour the bulgur into a bowl and add boiling water to cover.

Soak the bulgur for 5 minutes.

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In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil on medium heat. Fry the shallots for 3 minutes until golden yellow. Add the garlic and fry for another 2 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, ground coriander, cayenne pepper and ground cumin.

Continue cooking the sauce until browned. This intensifies the flavour.

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Add the cubed tomatoes, the soaked bulgur and the chicken stock. Salt and pepper to taste. Stir, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Check the bulgur regularly and add some more water or stock if the cooking liquid evaporates too quickly.

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After the bulgur has cooked, stir in the chickpeas and the frozen peas.

Warm the entire dish for a couple of minutes. Take the pan off the burner, cover and let the whole dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Serve the bulgur warm in a dish with the roasted chicken. Garnish liberally with fresh parsley.

Recipe extracted from SUMAC: Recipes and stories from Syria by Anas Atassi, published

by Murdoch Books, RRP $55.

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In your kitchen

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Enjoy our butterless range of sweet/savoury cakes, brownies, muffins, and crumbly scones with a cup of coffee or tea. Try the unique food like matcha brownies, sesame cake, avocado muffins, Himalayan salt scones, to name a few, for a new experience and taste.

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Treat mum to one of Seven Cafe’s special High Teas, served daily 2pm-4pm.

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In your glass A sophisticated tipple never goes astray. Metropol writer Nicholas Henare discovers the best drops at Big Daddy’s liquor stores this month.

Roku Gin The Japanese are known for their refinement. Roku is no exception. Roku is “six” in Japanese and stands for the six botanicals used in this stunning gin. Citrus, toffee and Juniper in a martini or just the gin with Fever Tree or East Imperial tonic and a slice of lemon and you have a quality cocktail in hand.

700ml $53.99

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he best martini I have ever had was at Seven Steak house in Minneapolis, and it took years to figure out how to replicate this amazing cocktail. I mean how can you get it wrong? It’s just vodka or gin and dry vermouth, right? Wrong. Here’s the tip: Put your gin or vodka in the freezer along with your crystal drinking glass. Freeze your shaker. Start with six parts vodka or gin and one-part dry vermouth. Place ice and alcohol in your shaker and do not shake it too long. Pour into your icecold crystal glass and serve with a sliver of lemon peel or an olive. Now, a “dirty martini”: Just add a little olive brine and three olives. It is an acquired taste, but once you have a good one, you’ll be a convert. And if you use high quality ingredients, you can’t go wrong.

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One of Islay in Scotland’s oldest distilleries, for 240 years it has been bringing the world a lemon and honey whisky with a peaty smokiness, dark chocolate flavours and a long and mellow finish. It’s a fantastic way to end a cool autumn day.

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Johnnie Walker Black About 233 million bottles of this are produced every year – and there’s good reason why. It’s a great staple whisky from Scotland that most of us grew up with. Throw it together with ginger ale and you have a refreshing afternoon beverage. It’s at the top of bestselling whiskies since 1909.

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Sit back relax and enjoy your journey to the North Canterbury wine region in style and comfort. Make a grand entrance, landing between the vines to indulge your senses at 5 unique wineries. Experience tastings, each with their distinctive flavours and award winning blends.

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North Canterbury adventures Cruising north on a road trip, or just looking for something to do out of the city? Why not visit North Canterbury, home to artisan food and wine producers and spectacular natural attractions – there is everything you desire for a South Island adventure. Here are Metropol’s picks for adventure activities in the titillating landscapes.

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UNDER CANVAS

If biking is your jam – or something you’ve been wanting to try – North Canterbury is the place for you! From the Airpark Canterbury BMX Track to the Hurunui Trail, St James Cycle Trail, Hanmer Trails and multi-day Rainbow Trail Heartland Ride, there is biking for beginners and those more experienced, too.

If you like to holiday under canvas (or are prepared to give it a shot, for a night or two), then Hurunui is the district for you.

Pitch a tent in one the affordable privatelyowned campgrounds like Alpine Adventure Holiday Park. Or, park up at a DoC site like those at Lake Taylor, Loch Katrine, or Deer Valley.

Daily baked muffins and scones.

Using local produce creating daily brunch.

Pouring local wines. Perfect for events.

Whether visiting the beach, Pegasus Lake or preparing for your next function, pop in and see the amazing Flat White team.

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RIVER ENERGY Home to the Waiau Gorge, Hurunui also boasts a “raft” (get it?) of river-centric activities to get the adrenaline pumping and test your comfort zone. Jet boating, white water rafting and canoeing promise some on-water action, while quad biking, 4WD and horse trekking deliver some excitement on shore.

The next exciting chapter!

It’s full steam ahead at The Station Café in Rangiora, with proprietors Steve and Vivienne King announcing that opening hours will be extended to include an evening dining service. “It’s the next chapter for The Station.

Beginning early May, we will be open for evening dining on Fridays and Saturdays,” says Steve.

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he special evening menu will include a delicious selection of classic gourmet dishes.

“People have often told us they’d love another nice, evening dine-in option in Rangiora, and we think The Station is the perfect spot for that,” he says.

The Rangiora Station’s long and grand history, along with its unique architectural elements, makes it a big drawcard, and the renovations that Steve and Vivienne carried out when they took over last year, have not only

enhanced the building but also ramped up the ambience.

“The Station has been a part of the township for 110 years.

It’s a special place for many locals. It is intimate, charming and full of atmosphere. That’s why we decided to make this foray into evening dining, because our clientele asked for it. Bring on opening night!”

Steve exclaims.

Visit The Station Café & Restaurant at 2 Blackett Street, Rangiora.

Bookings are welcome via phone on (03) 313 6018 or on Facebook and online.

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A high tea catered by Mona Vale Homestead and Gardens took place in support of Endometriosis New Zealand (to help fund research and education).

The day featured guest speaker Deborah Bush (CEO of Endo NZ), and a live and silent auction. An amazing achievement for organiser, Tanith Norton.

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography, for copies email janewylesphotos@gmail.com

1. Kate McLauchlan, Tanith Norton, 2. Michelle Kittelty, Rebecca Holt, 3. Bayley, Andrea & Georgia O’Sullivan, 4. Miranda Laney, Angela Boyle, Rebecca Johansson, 5. Abby Harding, Deborah Bush, Glenda Harding, 6. Deborah Bush, Denise Robertson, Tanith Norton, Janice Burnett.

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Ricoh New Zealand Limited hosted the annual ‘Big Green Day Out’ which saw the combination of tree planting, Conservation Volunteers and the Crusaders - what a combo!

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography, for copies email janewylesphotos@gmail.com

1. Dallas McLeod, Samuel Whitelock, 2. Duane Smithson, Michelle Stanicich, Sam Bowen, 3.

Mitchell Drummond, Codie Taylor, 4. Hamish Fairbairn, Donna Lusby, Morgan Coleman, Anna Colombus, 5. Kiri & Eswar Kumarapaapillai, 6. Hunter Leong, Samuel Whitelock.

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home Cocoon room WORDS MORGAN TAIT

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again; 2021 is the year to embrace curves in your living spaces. Specifically, cosy, cocoon-like seating. From jellybean sofas and jubey ottomans, to cloudy, boucle-clad occasional chairs cushioned perches are everywhere.

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hese plush seating options are an instant way to up the comfortfactor of your home nest – especially as we head into a Southern Hemisphere winter. Now readily available, curved seating is a clear departure from the minimalist and clean lines of living room furniture past.

While design magazines and Instagram grids show rooms fully decked out in curved everything, embracing the aesthetic at your place could be as simple as adding an

occasional chair or ottoman to your existing seating line up. Or, perhaps you’d like to embrace a curved love seat or even curvier-than-usual chaise lounge.

But if you’ve been on the hunt for a new sofa and like the idea of snuggling into a large, velvety croissant – options abound.

This indoor trend is making its way outdoors, too. Here, outdoor furniture is plush and rounded, yet constructed from more durable, all-weather materials.

Eichholtz Duardo Sofa

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FURNISHINGS: Sofa from Freedom; cushions and ceramic vessel from Citta; small earthenware pot and faux Eucalyptus stems from Allium; artwork from Etsy.

Background in Resene Ravine and Resene Pumice; A4 drawdown swatches (from left to right) Resene Armadillo, Resene Blue Smoke, Resene Ravine, Resene Pewter, Resene Pumice, Resene Harp, vase in Resene Harp, tealight holder in Resne Ravine.

PAINT: Wall and floor in Resene Ravine with square in Resene Pumice; cabinets in Resene Blue Smoke; coffee tables in Resene Haven (large) and Resene Harp (small); vases, bowls and smaller accessories in Resene Napa, Resene Yucca, Resene Blue Smoke, Resene Pewter, Resene Ravine, Resene Haven, Resene Pumice, Resene Armadillo, Resene Eagle and Resene Harp.

Styling: Vanessa Nouwens | Photography: Wendy Fenwick

Out of the box

Sometimes thinking outside the box means literally painting a box on your walls. In this case, the large square wall feature spans across a corner of the room and stands out against the walls and floor.

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he square is painted in Resene Pumice on the Resene Ravine walls and floor. This type of colour-blocking works particularly well in open plan spaces, where zones within a larger area need to be defined.

The styling and furniture in this space extend beyond the square on the wall so it doesn’t feel too close or blocked in. To get the lines of your square straight, make sure you use a ruler and a level when marking them out. When painting, use masking tape, carefully, firmly placing it over your marked lines, ensuring it is straight and there are no air bubbles under the tape. After you have painted your square, allow the paint to completely dry before removing the masking tape.

This room has used a soft tonal

colour palette of gentle green greys to create a calm and welcoming space.

Tonal decorating, or monochromatic decorating, is a sure-fire way to achieve a relaxing, cohesive space. The trick, however, is to add in contrast and texture to prevent the room from feeling too flat or of one note.

In the living room, the nesting tables in Resene Haven (large) and Resene Harp (small) tie in beautifully with the cabinets in Resene Blue Smoke.

Tonally, these dewy green greys are very similar, so pops of fresh white and darker charcoals are called on to add some visual contrast.

These come in through the vases on the cabinets, which are painted in the armour-like grey of Resene Armadillo, and the pale grey of Resene Harp. Fresh white couches with warm wooden legs achieve the same effect.

The artwork on the wall adds a similar graphic contrast while continuing the room’s palpable angular motif.

To prevent this boxy space from feeling too square, texture and curves are important finishing touches.

Foliage such as eucalyptus is the perfect addition to this tonal space as it fits in with the colour palette beautifully while also adding textural softness.

Get inspired at your local Resene ColorShop, www.resene.co.nz/colorshops.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Face vases are the latest interior trend.

A great selection available now.

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Looking for something a little different, then you must call in.

Malthouse Cottage Homeware & Gifts 69 Colombo St, Beckenham Ph 0272 944 818

Snuggle up in our range of winter throws.

Coco Gifts 63 Rutland Street, St Albans Ph: 03 355 3336 www.cocogifts.co.nz

Everyone’s favourite fragrance Marshmallow by MOR. Coco Gifts 63 Rutland Street, St Albans Ph: 03 355 3336 www.cocogifts.co.nz

SHOW HER SUPPORT Tribe bolsters and blocks offer mum physical support for yoga or resting at home. With a range of sizes, shapes and designs, we’ve got mum’s back! Add in a mesh prop bag for her to carry all her new goodies!

Flow Hot Yoga 25 Mandeville Street www.flowhotyoga.co.nz

Make mum feel special with a custom-painted original watercolour artwork.

Designs available as well as made to order.

Call Charlie on 0204 003 5240 to discuss your one-of-a-kind gift.

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HER SELF CARE ESSENTIALS Discover the range of skincare and essential oils from Zurma and Bio Whenua. Pair her favourite scent with some nourishing skincare for mum’s perfect gift!

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Luxe velvet pieces and lavish accessories for the home. Interior Warehouse has something special for every home lover.

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Interior Warehouse has opened up shop at 136 Moorhouse Avenue in Christchurch. Which is something worth celebrating! Bubbles and nibbles provided great in-hand goodies for the invited guests.

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography, for copies email janewylesphotos@gmail.com

1. Andrew Thiele, Sharon Lee, Jon Butler, 2.Tom Noonan, Annie Cain, 3. Rebecca Pinero, America Holdene, 4. Selwyn Houry, Sam Main, Tom Noonan, Michael Milne, Mat Cleaver, 5. James & Jacqui Anderson, 6. Johnny Main, Keith Dunluce.

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Cheque it out! A show of support

On April 15, a cheque from the BNI Quiz Night and live auction at the Papanui Club (organised by Leanne Lovell - Victoria Florists) to raise funds for Nurse Maude, was presented to Sue Sutherland of Nurse Maude Hospice at the BNI Inspire members’ business meeting at Clear Water Resort.

Photos by Charlie Fox, for copies email admin@metros.co.nz

1. BNI Inspire Committee, 2. Leanne Lovell, Denise Robertson 3. Kelvin Spark, Libby Baker, 4. Greg Proudfoot, Paul Olsen, 5. Sarah Crowe, Phillippa Jacobs, 6. Miranda Knapton, Tracey Eddy.

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I live in an intergenerational home.

Well, I do for two days a week when my almost 80-year-old parents come and stay, joining my 13-yearold niece and our 21-year-old son.

It’s full-on busy, noisy and a lot of fun, and I’ve come to love those precious days.

Over my numerous years in real estate, I’ve had a number of requests to accommodate this kind of lifestyle as people seek different options. The essentials are usually space, a downstairs bedroom with accompanying en suite, and separate living rooms for when the inevitable collision of music and T.V. choices occurs! For us, this happens when our niece wants to watch Brooklyn 99 and Dad’s set on a Warriors game repeat.

Not only do I live intergenerationally, but I also have the great pleasure of working this way too. Intergenerational workplaces can be calamities, but they can also be both enlightening and refreshing. Here’s a reminder about the generations when simply defined:

1. The Silent Generation (born between 1928 and 1945) – my dad, though he’s not silent!

2. Baby Boomers (1946 – 1964) 3. Generation X (1965 – 1980) 4. Millennials (1981 – 1996) 5. Generation Z (1997 – 2012) Our workplace has until recently (with the retirement of one of our founding consultants, Mr Mark Brownlee) had members of each of these generations and I’ve learnt wonderful lessons from all of them. Amongst the standouts are those that I’ve received from our in-house marketing team, aged from 19 years to 32 years. My constant engagement with them has resulted in some hilarious insights and here are some of those that they’ve taught me: 1. As Millennials, it can take time to gain the respect of our Generation X and predominantly Baby Boomer teammates, who can struggle with much younger people (and their ideologies) in senior roles.

2. “Thinking that if you’re on your phone

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it must be because you’re looking for entertainment rather than researching work matters.”

3. “Hearing life and financial advice from people who think you can buy a house on a single waitress wage.” (This was a biggie!)

And, to provide additional context, here’s the flipside of the Millennial outlook: 4. “The older generations” have clearer priorities and can be more thoughtful, with a strong sense of wisdom.

5. They have the instincts and advice that Millennials/Gen Z need, and they care.

Do you work intergenerationally, because it’s almost impossible not to?

As with anything in life, it’s what you make of it. Make it good.

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It’s no secret mid-century modern aesthetics have been trending for some time now, with natural woods and modular forms a popular choice for those wanting to inject sleek and timeless elements into living spaces.

Defined by craftmanship and rounded shapes, mid-century furniture is functional and simple, and is the perfect accompaniment to more modern interior looks, too.

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s the name would suggest, the style stems from post-war (1950s) until the 1960s, and is characterised by dark walnut, timber veneer and credenza.

The décor has resurged in recent years, though in its contemporary form it often includes house plants (a very ‘70s vibe), minimalist artwork (hello, scandi chic), and bright pops of colour (a nod to the late ‘60s).

The beauty of mid-century furniture is that it can be sourced as antique, second hand or simply made more recently in the style of old. In fact, Trade Me reported more than 10,000 searches for mid-century furniture in the first

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While some of the more forwardthinking design aficionados might have had their fix of mid-century modern, experts are predicting the trend won’t disappear completely this year, but make more of a slide both forward towards the ‘80s and back to Art Deco times.

If you seek to add mid-century chic to your home, there is no need to recreate the set of Mad Men, instead, perhaps a peg-legged dining table and chairs, modular buffet table or pair of dark wood lounge chairs will inject a little nostalgia.

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Not having enough storage space, having the wrong kind of storage space, the wrong shape or size can be one of the most frustrating things in your home or business. Stop pulling your hair out and have a chat to Tony van der Plas at Timber Tru. e says they’ll come up with clever solutions that are both practical and look good. Wardrobes, storage units for the garage, or a unique shelving concept, they’re all about making everything fit beautifully.

For more than two decades Timber Tru has been designing and crafting quality joinery for Canterbury homes and businesses. Whether it’s storage, kitchens, laundries, bathrooms, timber window frames and doors, it’s all covered by Timber Tru. They’ll listen to you to ensure you get exactly what you want and Tony and his team can work from your existing plans or work with

you to come up with a design that captures your vision and make it a reality.

The choice of materials is not limited to timber, it’s completely up to you.

Veneered timber, plywood, melamine, whatever suits your vision and budget.

The joinery isn’t where the service ends, they can organise benchtops, hardware and complete kitchen installations as well.

Restoration of joinery in historical or older buildings requires a specific approach, sometimes it’s for a completely new look and sometimes it will be more subtle, so the work doesn’t clash with the original space.

Tony says they take pride in knowing how to work

their joinery magic in these special places, for a flawless result. “I really enjoy these kinds of projects, it takes vision, imagination and a careful approach to get the right look.”

For your peace of mind Timber Tru are members of the Registered Master Joiners Federation, the team has over 50 years combined experience, so they’ve seen it all and done it all.

“Well maybe not quite all, maybe we’ll soon get a client that presents us with a completely unique job!” says Tony. Now there’s a challenge, but they’re up for it.

The cooler months are the perfect time to get interior jobs done, and if you’d like a place for everything and everything in its place seek the answers to your storage woes with Timber Tru. Contact Tony on (03) 389 2986, via tony@ timbertru.co.nz or have a look at the photos on the Timber Tru website below. www.timbertru.co.nz Metropol 29 April, 2021 67

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Mother’s Day must-haves From cookbooks to memoirs, this round-up features a bit of everything. All of which can be found at Piccadilly Bookshop in Avonhead. When you can’t find the words to show you care – find a book.

The Missing Sister Lucinda Riley From the Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author comes the latest instalment in the epic multimillion-selling series, The Seven Sisters. The story of Merope, the missing sister, is waiting to be told… (pre-orders being taken)

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Every Day: My Darling Lemon Thyme Emma Galloway Simple-to-make and delicious recipes are celebrated in Emma Galloway’s third book from her home kitchen, with over 100 vegetarian, flavourpacked and gluten-free options. Talk about tasty!

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Keepers

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Cherie Metacalfe Created with heart by trained chef Cherie Metcalfe of Pepper & Me and featuring some her most popular recipes, this cookbook will see you step up your cooking game without the hard work.

Martha Hall Kelly From the author of Lilac Girls, a sweeping story of women caught in a country on the brink of collapse, in a society grappling with nationalism and unthinkable racial cruelty.

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My Mother and Other Secrets Wendyl Nissen Uncovering old family secrets leads Wendyl Nissen to a better understanding of her mother.

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The Last Reunion Kayte Nunn Five women come together at a New Year’s Eve’s party after decades apart, in this thrilling story of desire, revenge and courage, based on a brave group of Australian and British WWII servicewomen.

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Accessorise your home “Jump for Joy” ceramic wall art

by Creative Clay Studio. $75 and available at The Kōwhai Collective.

Just like their wearable counterparts, home accessories can pull together the look of a room. Accessories complete a space, adding personality and creating an environment which is unique to the home’s inhabitants.

Here’s three easy ways to accessorise your home.

Lots of new items for the Man Cave in store at Barrington Gifts.

BOOKS In bookcases or shelves, piled on coffee tables or stacked beside beds, books add instant charisma to any space; while giving a glimpse into the interests and passion of the person who resides there.

VINTAGE

Beautiful Mother’s Day gifts at The Ivy.

Let Mother Nature inspire your Mother’s Day. Give the gift of eco-art this year.

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Interior designer Shae McGee believes every room needs at least one vintage piece to add character and a sense of uniqueness. This could be any thrifted item or family heirloom.

FRAMES Framed photos or art portray a person’s individual style and flair.

These accessories can tell stories of family, travel and beliefs, and can make a statement which ties an entire room together.

A great selection of MOR in stock - the perfect gift at Coco Gifts.

Cute plush toys available at Simply NZ. See below for locations.

63 Rutland St, St Albans ( o p p o s i t e R u g b y Pa r k )

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Getting to grips with autumn WORDS LYNDA PAPESCH

Cooler days and nights have arrived and in true autumn form the change in weather patterns is turning the leaves to gold, burgundy and pumpkin before they float gently to the ground. For many avid gardeners that is the signal to snip, prune, compost and plant anew.

The compost equation

Pruning practice

Planting particulars

All those lovely crunchy leaves make great compost, layered of course with other organic garden waste, a few worms and lots of water. You might also try mixing in a few bits of seaweed from your local beach but be sure to soak it for several days in clean water to remove excess salt.

As lignification sets in and plant stalks become harder and more woody, it is time to cut them down to size in preparation for new spring and summer growth. Unless you really know what you are doing, when it comes to pruning, less is best.

Spring and summer bulbs should be going into gardens and pots around this time. Mass plantings always look fabulous, and so too do complementary and contrasting plants. Think textures, heights and colours such as purple, blue and yellow Dutch irises and golden daffodils, blue grape hyacinths with creamy freesias.

Green goodness If you decide it is out with the old and in with some new, consider compact evergreens for foliage and also for feature landscaping. Check out some of the native hebes especially the mounding varieties, the hardy rengarenga lilies and silver grey kakaha (silver bush flax).

Nature knows best Take a leaf out of nature for colours, species and design ideas. Don’t go overboard, however. A totara tree may look great in an alpine environment, but is definitely not suitable for a small suburban backyard!

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Gardner by name, gardener by nature It is all in the name for Luke Gardner, a Canterbury landscaper who has grown into the profession for which he is named.

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uke is behind the eponymous LG Landscape, which offers innovative and stylish design solutions for all landscaping services. He says turning bare outdoors into

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“A good landscaper needs to know as much about the technical parts of the work as they do about coming up with creative and aesthetically pleasing solutions for people’s homes and businesses.”

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In a state of evolution, the Garden City’s architectural typology is nothing short of distinct. New building façades play with eye-catching angles, colours and materials – a welcome addition to the archetypal concrete and stone buildings known to the city – as we usher in a new era of forward-thinking urban architecture which pays homage to the past.

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A very hard shell The fossilised remains of a turtle that lived between 25 and 35 million years ago have been found inside a pillar from an historic Christchurch church. Christchurch sculptor Paul Deans recently discovered the fossil embedded in the limestone core of a pillar from the Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, which was built between 1881 and 1882.

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hen the church was demolished in 2011 after the Canterbury earthquakes, its iconic pillars were hollowed out so they could be reinforced and reinstated as part of the new building.

In 2020, Deans was gifted several

sections of the pillars’ extracted cores to use in his work. However, he soon noticed the fossil embedded in one of them and brought it to the Canterbury Museum for identification.

Senior Curator Natural History Dr Paul

Scofield identified the fossil as a currently unnamed ancient species of turtle – and noticed a connection to another specimen in the museum collection.

In 1880, a similar turtle fossil was donated to the museum by James Tait, a prominent Christchurch builder who worked on many of the city’s stone buildings.

Like the fossil discovered by Deans, it was embedded in Oamaru limestone that had been quarried for building masonry.

After comparing the fossils, Dr Scofield concluded it’s likely they were extracted from the same quarry, and may even be different parts of the same reptile. Both fossils include pieces of plastron (the bottom half of a turtle’s shell) and various other bones.

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THE INFLUENCERS

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Welcome, bubble!

Making an entrance

The recently announced trans-Tasman travel bubble has come as welcome relief. Prior to Covid-19, Australia was our largest international visitor market, accounting for almost half of all international visitor arrivals, and spending approximately $2.7 billion.

Two brilliant white wing-like structures will begin making their way out of the ground mid-year, outside what will be the main entrance to Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre.

So as we head into the colder months, an influx of visitors from Australia will have a significant positive impact on many businesses, particularly in hospitality and tourism.

It will also be a boost for small businesses that rely on international tourism spend, and are shouldering additional costs of operating in a Covid-19 environment and with the recently increased minimum wage.

Our ski season is a drawcard, and with 53 percent of Australian holiday visitors flying direct to the South Island pre-Covid-19, this will help to spread some economic benefits to smaller tourism-reliant regions that

Standing about eight metres tall, these will create a modern day ngutu or ceremonial entranceway. This will be where event visitors for formal cultural ceremonies can be welcomed into the venue.

Called Te Aika, which means “the home people,” the artwork recognises the mana of local hapu, Ngāi Tūāhuriri.

I encourage you to visit the Ōtākaro Limited website and take a look at the design.

It has been inspired by the distinctive southern maihi, or diagonal bargeboards, on whare on the bank of the

are really hurting - as well as Ōtautahi Christchurch as the gateway to the south.

A safe travel zone will also remove a significant hurdle for businesses reliant on trans-Tasman travel, particularly under-pressure exporters and manufacturers.

We know how important this travel bubble is for the health and wellbeing of those unable to visit with friends and whānau across the Tasman for over a year.

With the vaccination roll-out gaining momentum, we are optimistic we are reaching a turning point in our response to one of the most significant economic disruptors of a generation.

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Cam River. Other influences include the kōtuku, which is considered a good omen and the kahu huruhuru or cloak as a symbol of welcome, warmth, mana and protection.

Commissioned by Ōtākaro, Te Aika has been designed by artists Rachael Rakena and Simon Kaan and is being produced by SCAPE Public Art, in collaboration with Matapopore.

We are proud to be able to place what will become an iconic piece of Christchurch art outside an equally iconic building.

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Partnerships are key

Opening up the city

Working in partnership with public, private and community organisations means we’re able to achieve more for the city by leveraging different strengths and resources. Partnerships sit at the heart of the Ōtautahi Christchurch Recovery Plan, which details the city’s collective efforts to ensure our economic and social recovery is deliberate, strong and fair.

Is there a building that you’ve walked past and wondered what it is like inside? This month, for one weekend only, the doors to 46 of the city’s buildings will be thrown open to the public as part of a new festival of architecture, Open Christchurch.

As we head into winter we’re mindful of the challenges.

Closed borders and a moderation in retail spending means the winter will be tough for many businesses. So, we’re delivering initiatives with city partners to stimulate economic growth, create more highvalue decent work and build resilience into businesses and our economy.

With the Ministry of Social Development we’re supporting over 200 jobseekers to start a business, and learn how to draw support from the city’s innovation eco-system.

With the Crusaders we’re changing perceptions of Christchurch and driving visitors to the city, by helping them come to a game, and

The festival on May 15 and 16 is being led by Te Pūtahi Centre for Architecture and City Making as part of a global initiative celebrating urban landscapes.

Building owners will literally be opening their doors so that you can experience great design from the inside.

We’re the only New Zealand city taking part and it’s going to be a fun weekend of discovery, with buildings of all different types, ages, architectural styles, size and construction open for you to have a look around.

Te Hononga Civic Offices is one of the buildings.

explore the city while they are here.

With ThincLab, Te Ōhaka Centre for Growth and Innovation and KiwiNet we’re uncovering some of the most exciting and future-focused business ideas in the food, fibre and agritech sector.

With the Regional Business Partner Network, Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce, and Business Mentors New Zealand we’re supporting thousands of businesses each year – connecting them with advice, funding, support and resources.

Our aim is to continue to strengthen and grow these partnerships and deliver value back to Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Originally home to NZ Post, the building was redeveloped into the Civic Offices 11 years ago, earning its status as the first building in New Zealand to achieve a 6 Green Star triple honour. I look forward to being part of this visit.

I hope to see lots of people out and about during Open Christchurch, discovering the city through architecture and satisfying long-held curiosities about what lies behind the doors of many of our exceptional buildings.

Details on the teputahi.org.nz website.

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Magnificent mountain cabin

Carefully considered materials and a simple yet elegant design have come together to create a striking mountain cabin siting boldly amongst the native tussock and kanuka on the sunny, north facing lower slopes of Mount Iron. The Wanaka home by Johnston Architects connects occupants to the environment from a calm and comfortable interior.

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ur clients’ brief was for an affordable three-bedroom home located on a unique site on the foothills of Mount Iron in Wanaka,” says director Regan Johnston.

It features an elongated gable form with profiled metal cladding and roofing, large sliding doors and windows provide stunning views over the Wanaka basin and physical connections to the exterior decks for evening sun and entertaining.

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“From the exterior, the basic gable form and dark metal cladding exude a rugged and pragmatic response to the harsh alpine environment,” says Regan. “Yet from within, the cosy warmth of the woodburning stove, simple materials’ palette and warm tactile qualities of the timber used in the exposed structure and internal linings create a warm and comfortable interior.”

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Modern style from heritage roots

The new three-story office building at 135 High St is a tale of two companies Matt Stockman of Stockman Builders and Josh Watkins from engineering company Engco. Their combined effort really is a feat of engineering, which took around 12 months to complete on the site of the original heritage building which could not be saved.

ut, 135 High St was the first project of its kind for Stockman Builders, which has carried out award-winning restorations on a number of Christchurch heritage buildings.

“We knew we had to get an innovative engineer on the project and teamed up with Engco,” says Matt.

“The 135 High St project was definitely a logistical challenge, the site being 4.8m wide,” says Josh.

“It was a challenging, unique building to work on because it’s a slender building wedged between two existing buildings and the suspended floors cantilever 2.5-metres over the footpath.”

There were other challenges too, including weak soil that is susceptible to liquefaction and the construction methodology required a great deal of thought to mitigate any public health and safety issues.

The result though, from the Stockman-Engco partnership is a modern, stylish office and retail space nestled in the heart of the city.

And there is still retail space available next to some well-established retailers in the area. Stockman group has a portfolio of more than 25 commercial buildings in Christchurch offering a mix of retail, office, hospitality, and industrial spaces.

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Awarding local architecture

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Spectacular homes, striking commercial buildings and artistic community facilities are among 42 Canterbury projects shortlisted in the 2021 Canterbury Architecture Awards. The projects signal the start of the highly anticipated annual Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards programme.

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he shortlist was compiled by the Canterbury branch of the national industry body, led by William Fulton of Fulton Ross Team Architects and rounded out by Craig Moller of Moller Architects, Peter Kent, Biljana Pesun and lay juror Jenny May. The winners will be

announced on May 19, and include a number of beautiful homes around Christchuch across three housing categories. One is The Idris House by Alessandro Quadrelli Architetto (featured on this issue’s cover).

A stately Spanish-esque home overlooking Governors Bay

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by Philip Kennedy Associates Architects, a home made from concrete and copper by South Architects, and Spark Square

by Sheppard & Rout Architects are also included.

Other shortlisted projects were across the hospitality, education, heritage, public architecture, interior

architecture, education and small project architecture categories. These include the New Brighton hot pools, He Puna Taimoana,

by AW Architects and Select Contracts; Waipapa Christchurch Hospital (formerly known as Christchurch Acute Services Building) by Warren

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and Mahoney Architects, Chow:Hill Architects and Thinc Health, and the Taylor’s Mistake Surf Lifesaving Club Pavilion

by Wilson & Hill Architects.

The Public Trust Building and Muse hotel, both by Three Sixty Architecture, are also finalists, as is Lyttleton’s Eruption Brewery by Bull

O’Sullivan Architecture and Studio at the Yard by Three Sixty Architecture.

A full list of finalists, and tickets for the awards evening on May 19 at the Christchurch Town Hall, are available at nzia. co.nz. Metropol will feature some of the projects in more detail in coming issues.

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t’s sound advice from the father of three sons who began his building apprenticeship aged 16 on Auckland’s North Shore and who now, 37 years later, runs his own construction company,

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Art to honour locals A stunning white Ngutu, or ceremonial entranceway, will be a feature of the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. Called Te Aika, which means “the home people”, the artwork recognises the mana of local hapu, Ngāi Tūāhuriri.

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Rachael Rakena & Simon Kaan Te Aika 2021 commissioned by Ōtākaro Limited, produced by SCAPE Public Art in collaboration with Matapopore.

esigned by artists Rachael Rakena and Simon Kaan it will be produced

by SCAPE Public Art in collaboration with Matapopore, and constructed from aluminium.

Te Aika is a Ngāi Tahu version of the saying, “Te ahi kā”, which translates to “the home fires burning.” The design has been inspired by the distinctive southern maihi, or diagonal bargeboards, on whare on the bansk of the Horotueka (Cam River).

Rakena says the commission was very much a collaboration with Ngāi Tūāhuriri and their aspirations.

“It was important for us as artists to ensure that the outcome reflected their mana and whakapapa of place,” she says.

Kaan says public artworks, if successful, have the ability to help form a collective understanding of a place and its people.

“It has been a great process working together and supporting each other through what is such a complex project.

It has been a privilege to work on such a prominent public artwork for Ōtautahi, which we hope Ngāi Tahu whānui and the public of Aotearoa can embrace.

Other influences for the art include: the kōtuku, which is considered a good omen; karanga weaving imagery as a tribute to Ngāi Tūāhuriri wāhine; the kahu huruhuru or cloak as a symbol of

welcome, warmth, mana and protection; and Te Ao Mārama or world of life and light, which in turn refers to wisdom and understanding.

Matapopore Trustee Lynne-Harata Te Aika says the design is based on the whare of Aperehama Te Aika which was located at Kaiapoi near where the former Kaiapoi Woollen Mills site is today and sketched by Charles Haubroe in 1855 “Ngāi Tūāhuriri are proud to see a modern-day version of the entranceway replicated in Te Pae’s courtyard design.”

Event visitors will gather at Te Aika for formal cultural ceremonies and be welcomed into the venue through the entranceway.

Te Aika is likely to begin to be installed mid-year. Supported by Creative New Zealand, Te Aika has also received industry sponsorship from Kirk Roberts Engineers, RCP and Beca.

Construction of the $475 million Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is expected to be completed by the middle of this year, with events expected to begin in the second half of the year.

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New school plans revealed Plans for a new $25 million school have been unveiled for Marian College. The new school on Lydia Street, Papanui, will include a chapel, office, classrooms, performing arts block, library, whare and full-sized gymnasium when it opens in 2023.

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enders will be called shortly and work is expected to start on the new Sheppard and Rout designed Marian College campus in Christchurch in June.

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Sacrament in Barbadoes Street since 2012. The new college will neighbour St Joseph’s Primary School and will be on a three-hectare site bordered by Vagues Road, Main North Road and Northcote Road with the main entrance off Lydia Street.

It will be close to St Bede’s College.

The new school incorporates an existing warehouse on the site, which offers a unique design opportunity for the college. A large atrium, open courtyard and walkways take advantage of the warehouse area to create spaces to gather and connect with other people.

A range of flexible and specialised learning spaces cater to the school’s curriculum and provide for future growth and change. Including 26 full-sized classrooms for a range of subjects including art, science, food technology, textiles and physical education.

There is space to expand to 33 classrooms to cater for future growth.

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performing arts wing will include a double height black-box performance space, music and recording studios and a full-sized gymnasium will include changing rooms, a weights room, gallery seating and storage, plus four covered sport courts.

A whare is planned as a multipurpose space for teaching and community activites. A library and learning centre, canteen, chapel, reception and administration office and

meeting spaces, and staff offices will complete the build.

Principal Mary-Lou Davidson says the innovative and exciting plans for the new Marian College were “worth the wait”.

“This is a home for the future of the Marian College community. We are very grateful to Archbishop Paul Martin for his support and vision, and to the project team at the Catholic Diocese.

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have been amazing to work with throughout this design process. We have done extensive consultation with our students and the school community in developing these plans which are adhering to the Green Star Rating System.

Marian College is a Catholic state integrated school for girls with a maximum roll of 430 students, that opened in 1982, with the merging of St. Mary’s College and McKillop College.

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Making sense of asb Five years ago the Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations came into force and the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for the management and removal of asbestos was first published. Mark Hamilton of MBC Environmental Solutions, asbestos removal specialists, looks back over those five years and has some salient messages for anyone that may have to deal with asbestos.

WHERE HAVE WE COME FROM WITH ASBESTOS? Asbestos-containing products were an integral part of the building industry in the 20th century and were used in the construction of many commercial and residential buildings, right up until the 1990s. Unfortunately, given the long time-span asbestos was used, a large percentage of buildings today still contain asbestos. “During the early years of the Canterbury rebuild, it was clear that major 90 29 April, 2021 Metropol

changes were needed in relation to the management of asbestos in New Zealand, which fell well short of international standards,” says Mark.

WHAT ABOUT NOW? “A key milestone was the regulations in 2016 and the establishment of a new licensing system. Five years on, the industry has definitely come a very long way in a short period of time. However, it wasn’t just the asbestos industry that needed to

up its game; it was anyone involved with the management of buildings. The new regulations also imposed duties on anyone that owned or managed a building, along with other duties relating to refurbishment and demolition work.”

ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT “All pre-2000 buildings should have an Asbestos Management Plan, identifying any asbestos-containing material that could be disturbed during normal occupancy and

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF IDENTIFYING ASBESTOS IN BUILDINGS? “That’s a no-brainer. It’s to prevent or at least minimise exposure for workers and other people. If breathed in, asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases, including cancers. Asbestos is still the number one occupational killer in New Zealand today.

Some people say that’s historical; however, if we don’t manage asbestos properly, those numbers won’t come down any time soon. You wouldn’t start digging on a site without checking where the inground services are, so why would you start disturbing building materials without knowing if asbestos is present?”

SO IS EVERYTHING GOOD NOW?

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“Not necessarily. There is definitely room for improvement. Some businesses aren’t following the regulations, with many claiming ignorance even today. We have seen many instances where asbestos management plans aren’t in place. We also come across a lot of sites where asbestos surveys have not been carried out to identify asbestos prior to the work starting, only to result in delays and extra costs when it is discovered. Then there are the sites where it is never ‘discovered’ and those involved are unwittingly exposed.”

MBC ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS’ APPROACH TO ASBESTOS WORK “For us, having our guys go home safely at the end of each day is our primary focus.

We are immensely proud of the fact that

our health & safely management system was recently accredited to the premier international standard, ISO 45001.

“MBC is proud of its membership of NZDAA (New Zealand Demolition & Asbestos Association) – the national voice of demolition and asbestos in New Zealand. It’s fantastic to have this body to represent us all, especially in discussions with decision-makers in Wellington, for example. I would encourage anyone who is involved with asbestos and who wants to stay up to date to join the NZDAA. It’s not just for removalists, but for other associated parties, such as suppliers and related trades and disciplines.”

CLIENTS CAN BE REASSURED “MBC is a licensed asbestos removalist, holding both Class A and Class B licences.

We’re also qualified to undertake asbestos surveys. Our projects have been many and varied – from refurbishment work for the University of Canterbury, to multi-year, multi-stage projects on live school sites; from removing friable sprayed coatings at the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant, to undertaking surveys at numerous residential construction sites.

“We specialise in complex, challenging and technical removal projects, on sites that often still have to operate around us. That can mean having to build robust enclosures, so the hazardous substances can be safely removed while, for instance, school classes might be going on right next door to us.”

WHERE TO FROM HERE? “The industry has come a long way thanks to the Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016. It can’t rest on its laurels though – continuous improvement is required to push the industry forward to ensure everyone is kept safe. It’s up to us to help drive further change and raise awareness, in partnership with other stakeholders, of course.” www.mbces.nz

MARK’S TAKE HOME MESSAGES ON ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT: Own or manage a building that may contain asbestos? Conduct a management survey and ensure you have an asbestos management plan in place, if needed.

Undertaking maintenance work? Ask to see the asbestos management plan first.

Undertaking refurbishment or demolition works on a pre-2000 building? Commission an intrusive asbestos survey by a competent person before starting work.

Need to remove asbestos? Engage a licensed removalist company that holds the correct license.

Having asbestos removed? Ensure any air monitoring and clearances are undertaken by an independent, licensed assessor.

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routine maintenance. Any contractor about to undertake work should make a point of asking to see the plan to determine what risks a building presents and how those risks might be managed. When it comes to refurbishment or demolition work, an intrusive asbestos survey should be conducted by a competent person, prior to works commencing.”

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