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CONTENTS

20 AUGUST - 2 SEPTEMBER 2020

SPECIAL FEATURE:

WEDDINGS, CONFERENCES AND EVENTS

HOME:

ONE ON ONE:

Urzila Carlson

RECIPE:

TILES TALES

COVER STORY

COMPLIMENTARY

CHICKEN MUSAKHAN

FASHION:

TIER IT UP

MOTORING:

POWER DELIVERY

12. THE ART OF LIVING

ART GREEN

FEATURES

On life and love, online

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6. DANCING HOME, FROM AFAR 8. LIGHTING UP THE DARK

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15. GIVING BACK TO A GOOD BUNCH

Art Green tells Metropol about finding love on TV, bringing his business home, and fatherhood in the public eye - page 12.

16. THINC-ING BIG

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21. GRITTY PRETTY 23. FASHION REPORT 26. TIER IT UP

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

30. LET’S TALK TAN

CUISINE 55. WARMING UP TO SALADS 56. CHICKEN MUSAKHAN

Weddings, Events & Conferences

57. DINING GUIDE 61. ALL WRAPPED UP

HOME 64. TILE TALES 66. WINNING DESIGN TRIFECTA 72. HERITAGE CHARACTER, MODERNISED

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EDITOR MORGAN TAIT

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“A good half of the art of living is resilience.”

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I was going to start this, my first column as editor of Metropol, writing about beginnings.

After a bit of googling I had found a lovely quote from spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle about the magic of beginnings, and had even written a few lines about the opportunities of starting anew.

But after Friday’s announcement - when we released an almost national (sorry, Auckland) sigh of relief that we would stay in the lockdown-less Alert Level 2 - I realised it’s not about starting, it’s about continuing.

And Canterbury knows a thing or two about that. Continuing is a common thread weaving the region’s stories together; our communities personify resilience.

When I moved back to Christchurch three years ago, I was blown away by the sense of community here. There was a shared investment in communal success I’d never encountered before, and have come to understand as the city’s superpower.

In the face of adversity, Cantabrians know the key to getting through is to do it together.

I inherit some intimidatingly large shoes from Metropol’s outgoing editor, Melinda Collins, just as a global pandemic tries to sneak back into our communities.

Yet with so much uncertainty on the horizon, I know one thing for sure: I wouldn’t want to be doing it anywhere else.

Metropol has dedicated its pages to celebrating community for the last 22 years, and it’s a huge privilege to help that continue.

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Dancing home, from afar WORDS MORGAN TAIT

Forced to reimage dance in a contactless, Covid-19 world, Switzerland-based Sumnerraised contemporary dancer Emma Murray has been selected for Christchurch-based Movement Art Practice (MAP)’s residency, which will be run and shown digitally for the ďŹ rst time at the end of this month.

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mma found her feet as a dancer at six-years-old and went on to study at the New Zealand School of Dance, later earning a place at the Royal New Zealand Ballet Company. She left New Zealand in her early 20s to dance across Europe.

She’s recently completed a Masters in Contemporary Art Practice at the Hochschule der Künste in Bern, Switzerland and was selected for the MAP residency by an impressive lineup of Kiwi judges including Cat Ruka, Paul Young and Pelenakeke Brown.

She tells Metropol about her journey as a dancer.

Eventually I found work in a city theater in Innsbruck, Austria and from there, moved to Switzerland where I was engaged as a soloist at the Stadt Theater Bern (now Konzert Theater Bern). That work was some of the most demanding and exciting of my career – not least because during this time I became a mother juggling fulltime dance and childcare.

Developing my own projects has allowed me to diversify my skills in and out of the studio, on and off the stage, as well as straddle various artistic disciplines and work with other artists across cultural divides. I left the Konzert Theater Bern in 2008, and I’ve continued to travel for performing, residencies or workshops, festivals and teaching engagements.

Probably what I’m most proud of – and in all honesty a little amazed by – is that I’m still doing it! Still performing and making work, still engaged on projects my own and with others - and still finding the funding to do it.

Because of Covid-19, artists have been quick to look for alternatives or solutions. For me, a drop in productivity (the closure of theaters, postponement or cancellation of festivals and performances) has meant more time for reflection and practice.

The MAP Research Exchange programme offers me an opportunity to re-think performance in the digital sphere and explore tactile possibilities for working with multi-media.

I’ll be doing this alongside the critical theorist Giulia Palladini.

I am looking to bring alive a conversation between written text and the body, the body and digital technology, digital technology and performing an archive.

Watch the three winning residencies broadcast their projects at www.movementartpractice.org

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I was attracted early on to the work being made in Europe and the strong traditions of contemporary dance and theater there, despite having a strong classical training. I left New Zealand in 1997, making my way around Europe auditioning for dance companies in France, Germany, Great Britain, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Czech Republic, Holland and Montreal, Canada.

one on one

LIGHTING UP THE DARK WORDS MORGAN TAIT

In times of darkness we all just need to have a good laugh, says South African-Kiwi Urzila Carlson. And the multi award-winning comedian is certainly up to delivering on that brief. She speaks to Metropol about how humour can get us through.

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rom her Sydney hotel room on the last day of her mandated isolation, Urzila Carlson is typically hilarious – and busy.

Her two-week stay in a sunless room saw her continue her regular appearances on Australian, New Zealand and South African television, as well as, “podcasts, heaps of podcasts”.

She maintained her regular panellist slot on comedy show Have You Been Paying Attention?

Australia and New Zealand, as well as conducting radio, television and podcast interviews. These interviews centred around her upcoming rescheduled New Zealand tour and the success of her recent hour-long Netflix comedy special, Overqualified Loser.

Her feature on the global streaming platform makes her the first Kiwi to get a coveted hour-long special, a format known for featuring the trade’s biggest names (Jerry Seinfeld and Adam Sandler) while launching lesser-known names into the spotlight (like Australian Hannah

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Gadsby), too.

“I was blown away when they offered it to me,” Urzila says.

“I did the 30-minute one [Comedians Around the World] then thought, ‘that’s it, I’m happy with that’, but then when they gave me the hour…wow. It’s such a good way and platform to open up comedy to the world.”

Not that Urzila necessarily needs to be introduced to the world.

Since first stepping on the stage in 2008, she has won the NZ Comedy Guild’s Best Female Comedian award six times as well as the coveted People’s Choice Award at the NZ International Comedy Festival two years in a row.

She has won the Sydney Comedy Festival’s Director’s Choice Award, was a nominee for Australia’s Helpmann Award for Best Comedy Performer in 2018, and has sold out seasons in London, Edinburgh, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown and Christchurch.

But undeniably, the show will

introduce her to a new horde of fans.

“No matter where you go, people ask you, ‘do you prefer English or American comedy?’, and I’m like, ‘you realise there’s other regions?’.”

And in her experience, audiences don’t discriminate. When performing in Hong Kong and Singapore recently, she had sold out shows with predominantly local attendants.

“People just enjoy comedy.”

And it’s this philosophy she believes will see us all through the current uncertainty of Covid-19.

“My job is, when people have had a rough week, they can have a laugh.

People just want to go out and have a laugh, they don’t want to be reminded of what’s going on - it’s not a news broadcast.

“My job is to make you laugh flat out for an hour.”

Those laughs often come from Urzila making fun of herself. Her self-deprecating humour – especially in Unqualified Loser - often centring around body image.

“I don’t really tell jokes,” she says.

“I tell stories about my life.”

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“We all go through the same experience, and this whole virus thing is proof of that. It’s really showing us we’re all going through the same thing.

“People laugh at the stuff they can relate to. If you’ve seen, heard or felt it you’re going to laugh at it. “[Body image] is such a big thing, there’s not one human being on the planet, regardless of what they look like, who doesn’t have a hang up.

“We all have an issue with one part of ourselves. You could look at someone and say, ‘you’re perfect’ and they will say ‘I’ve got this weird droopy butt cheek’. Yes, we need to cut other people some slack, but also we need to cut ourselves some slack.”

When she comes to Christchurch, her “home away from home” as her mother and sister live here, she says her show - originally planned to be performed in July – will look at another universal experience: modern rage.

“As a society we’re angrier than ever, especially after we’ve survived something. In Christchurch after the earthquakes people were angry… and we’ll see it now after the virus, too.

“I think the world is going to suffer from PTSD after the virus because they had no outlet.

Everything around you is facilitated to help your day go easier and smoother.”

She explains how humans used to have an outlet, doing household work like chopping firewood, now our rage stays put – until we get on the internet.

While that’s where the show’s spoilers end, Urzila promises attendees, “…just a great laugh”.

“There’s no life lessons to take away from it - just watch it, laugh and have a good time.”

Sounds like the perfect medicine for our times.

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Festivities all grown up Adult musicians - and the musically curious – are invited to join an educational and entertaining festival at the Christchurch School of Music next month.

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he new Festival of Adult Music Learning will run from September 7 to 13 in collaboration with Adult Community Education NZ (ACE) and its Year of Lifelong Learning initiative.

The festival features a range of free workshops, open rehearsals of all CSM’s adult ensembles, and a celebratory concert featuring CSM’s Adult Music Performing Groups.

Workshops include specific instruments and disciplines like ukulele, community singing, samba band, and West African drumming, as well as more general options teaching some basic musicianship skills, too.

For those who haven’t picked up an instrument in years, or who have been playing solo and are ready to dip their toes into group playing - there’s also open rehearsals to join in.

Or, you can just come along for a listen as motivation for getting back into some playing or singing. It is never too late!

The concert on Sunday September 13 will celebrate learning music as an adult and will feature all of CSM’s adult groups – string orchestras, wind ensembles, jazz bands and a choir.

For more information and to register your attendance phone 366-1711, email office@csm.org. nz or visit the CSM website. www.csm.org.nz/adult-music-festival

stival of FeAdult learning Christchurch School of Music is proud to present

7-13 September 2020

A wide range of music workshops, open rehearsals and a Gala Concert featuring CSM’s adult ensembles.

All levels and ages welcome

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She rose to popularity overnight when she penned her first blog post, ‘F*** off, I’m grateful’, during a late-night baby-induced wakeup. The next morning, she had nearly a million hits and more than 15,000 emails praising her honest and hilarious “rant”.

The Court Theatre’s Artistic Director Dan Pengelly says the play’s hilarity appeals to everyone.

“If you are a parent, or have ever had a parent, this play is for you. It shines a light on the often unspoken but universal experiences of parenting and takes audiences on that emotional journey.”

Adapted for the stage by writer and performer Mel Dodge, award-winning director Lyndee-Jane Rutherford and Good Times Company producer Bevin Linkhorn, Rants in the Dark stars well known Kiwi actors Renee Lyons (Funny Girls, 800 Words), Bronwyn Turei (Go Girls, Shortland Street – The Musical) and Amelia ReidMeredith (Shortland Street).

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ONE ON ONE:

The Art of living WORDS MORGAN TAIT

He proved us wrong about reality TV. Now married to the woman he met on the show, Matilda, the couple is about to celebrate their son’s first birthday. Cantabrian and former The Bachelor New Zealand, Art Green, speaks with Metropol about love and life in the limelight, and moving his business home.

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rt became a household name almost overnight as the inaugural The Bachelor New Zealand, but it’s what he’s done since which has cemented his status there.

It’s been five-and-a-half years since Art gave Matilda her first rose, and the couple have now been married for 18-months and their son, wee Milo, is about to turn one.

And it’s been a busy few years – all lived in the public eye.

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between them, the pair have both launched successful careers from their high profiles.

They have started paleo readymade meal company Plate Up, recorded six seasons of their podcast Well & Good, and fulfilled a handful of television presenter roles between them.

Art has gone on to host The Bachelorette New Zealand, while Matilda has hosted Heartbreak Island.

Both have written books.

“Going on The Bachelor put my life

in fast forward,” says Art. “And it feels like it wasn’t until Milo was born that now it can slow down, and I can stop and breathe and spend time with him and Mattie.”

That slow down means moving to Warkworth, north of Auckland and working mainly from home, where the decision was recently made to move production of Plate Up to Art’s hometown of Christchurch.

“We have a lot of customers down there and we procure a lot of fresh produce from there, so it made sense to move it down.”

Plate Up, like his other endeavours, is an extension of Art’s passion for health, fitness and wellbeing – a lifestyle he’s cultivated since childhood.

“It all started when I was little,” he says.

“My dad’s always been really fit and had a home gym, a bench made from beer crates and an old axle bar as a bench press. I’d hang out in the shed when he was doing that, and that’s probably where my interest began.”

It was that interest which saw him, after graduating from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Physical Education, land a job managing an onsite gym at a mining site in Western Australia.

There, he worked four weeks stints on site in the middle of the desert, where had free reign of a gym and all his meals catered - and realised he was in the perfect conditions to turn himself into a science experiment.

“I started looking at all sorts of diets and nutrition and exercise schools of thoughts and started testing them out. I did keto, [meal replacement shakes] Isagenix, no sugar, and then I did paleo.”

Known as “the caveman diet”, paleo nutrition centres around the concept of eating whole, unprocessed foods.

“At first I thought it was bullsh*t, but the more I read about it the more it made sense and then when I started doing it, it had great results for me – I had lots of energy, I wasn’t hungry and was getting good results from training.”

He became a paleo poster boy of sorts. He moved back to New Zealand and joined two friends who

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had started their own paleo food venture, Clean Paleo, which was successful until a malfunction at its Auckland factory ruined its entire manufacturing operation.

After a year of trading in administration, the business was recently sold to new buyers. The business’ end was widely reported by the media, a fact Art has come to accept about life in the public eye.

“Our lives are certainly not private anymore. At the start I would go through stages with it, I used to find myself really not wanting to be held up as a role model, but it’s just an inevitability, and now I’m absolutely fine with it.

“It’s quite cool just meeting people out in the real world. People sometimes want to come up and have a chat with us, it can be quite a nice icebreaker, and I quite like it.”

He says a recent Well & Good episode, where the couple interviewed controversial Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans, showed him how far he’s come in dealing with the scrutiny.

“The social media side of things is a little bit more intense. It’s definitely a transition from going to having a private social media profile to have tens of thousands of people watching everything you post.

“It can be volatile at times. Most recently, with the podcast episode, we got a lot of backlash and I think we handled it well not just professionally but for ourselves personally, too.

“I think that’s just from years of experience being in the spotlight, and both dealing with these situations and being able to support each other.”

When it comes to Milo, the couple have thought a lot about how they plan to raise a family with so many eyes watching.

“It’s a really tough one to navigate, and we think it about it a lot, and thought about it a lot before he was born.

“He doesn’t feature in any posts that we’re undertaking to do with any brands or commercial stuff, and we’ve been trying to minimise the amount he’s in any of our posts.

“We’ll begin phasing him out of everything to do with social media once he’s old enough to be recognised.”

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Curiosity cures the cat When Jasmine the usually active Bengal cat became quiet and lost her appetite, her owner took her to Wigram Vet to investigate. Clinic founder Dr Geoff Mehrtens tells Metropol his unexpected ďŹ ndings.

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engal cats are intelligent and active with an amazing patterned coat. They make vocal, livewire pets who fetch much like a Border Collie.

So, when Jasmine became quiet and withdrawn her owner, Rachel, knew something was wrong. She brought Jasmine to us because her appetite declined and she occasionally swallowed as if nauseous.

Vomiting sometimes, she sometimes ate normally, too.

As a veternarian, it is always challenging to investigate subtle changes in appetite and attitude. Do we go into full diagnostic mode when the patient is otherwise normal?

In Jasmine’s case, an initial examination gave us no clues except her excessive swallowing which is sometimes seen with pharyngitis and esophagitis.

Jasmine hates oral medication, so nothing is easy with Jasmine.

Symptomatic treatment appeared to ease her discomfort initially, but two weeks later Jasmine was still mildly unwell and was beginning to lose weight.

Defecation was reduced but normal, and scans showed nothing significant.

A week later with no improvement and further weight loss - we were getting worried. So, we used an

endoscope to look at her pharynx, oesophagus and stomach lining. Everything looked fine.

While anesthetized, we took the opportunity to repeat x-rays and ultrasounds. Again, nothing untoward was noted.

Again, I felt her abdomen.

What was that soft mass I could feel? It had a strange spherical roundness that I could not explain, was this the answer we had been searching for?

An ultrasound showed just a normal-looking gas shadow - but we had to find out.

An exploratory laparotomy revealed a smooth foam rubber foreign body had long defied our attempts at a diagnosis.

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Angie Milner and her daughter

When she was diagnosed with renal cancer, Christchurch woman Angie Milner’s immediate thoughts were making sure she supported her family. The Cancer Society made sure she was supported, too.

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ot many people expect a cancer diagnosis. And especially not Angie, who had no risk factors when told she had a form of kidney cancer in 2018.

“I just didn’t know what to do or where to go,” says the mother of four.

Having lived in Bankside, between Rakaia and Dunsandel, for 15-years, she is an active member of the community and a fellow Civil Defence volunteer recommended she pop into the then-new Selwyn Centre, a Cancer Society hub in Rolleston, which runs a support group on the first Monday of every month.

She ventured in with her husband, Ken, “and was met by the most amazing lady called Jackie Claridge,” she says.

“She was just full of life; really bubbly, friendly and welcoming and introduced us to the group.

We had a cup of tea and biscuits and talked about nothing in particular and had some laughs.”

The Cancer Society offers support services, advice, information and research funding in its quest to advocate for patients and their whānau. It is not government funded and relies on donations to deliver its services like accommodation, transport and support groups.

Angie says the support she received – like information about and transport to medical procedures, including the one which removed part of her kidney - made all the difference on her cancer journey.

“You can just go there and be yourself – you could cry, laugh or shout and everything would just be accepted.

“When you’re [facing cancer] the world carries on around you, but you become someone different, your perspective changes.

“You tend not to think about yourself, you think about your children and relations and making sure they’re going to be okay, so The Cancer Society is a place you can go and be you – and meet people who have similar things going on in their lives.”

Last year, Angie organised a charity art auction which raised over $7,500 for the organisation and she urges Cantabrians to support its annual Daffodil Day appeal on Friday, August 29 if they can.

This years’ drive may take a different, sociallydistanced, format - so check The Cancer Society’s website for ways to help. www.daffodilday.org.nz

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A recent memorandum of understanding was signed with the Christchurch City Council’s

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ThincLab provides startups

with space to work and with mentors and investors in Australia, Singapore and Europe. It also provides programmes and webinars and in time, students and ThincLab members may get experience working in international markets.

Three student startups developing under ThincLab Canterbury are already benefitting from the partnership. Vxt, a mobile app which uses AI to manage and automate voice messages; Zincovery, which recycles spent acid and recovers pure zinc, and Kea Aerospace which is building the largest unmanned solar powered aircraft in the southern hemisphere to take high resolution, large area aerial images for precision agriculture, environmental monitoring and disaster management.

UCE director and ThincLab Canterbury Programme Director Dr Rachel Wright says Canterbury is in a unique position to reposition itself “as an innovative and agile city ready and able to respond to changes in our business environment”.

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Celebrating small Canterbury businesses innovating in hard times

Socially-distanced drinking An increasingly hygiene conscious world could have been the end of Christchurch man Ian McCormick’s drinking fountain business. Instead, he invented a solution.

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ow, TapWaterWells’ new contactless fountains and water bottle fillers are being installed in schools and public facilities around New Zealand.

The Contactless Hydration Stations are so socially distanced, users can fill their bottle or drink from the faucet with their hands in their pocket, simply stepping on the foot pedal to start the water.

As concerns of COVID-19 hitting our shores grew in March, Ian started fielding calls from his customers – mainly schools – that they were turning off the fountains because they feared the machines required too much hand contact and may transmit the virus.

By the time the country

was put into Level 4 lockdown, Ian knew it might be some time before the fountains – which children often put their mouths on were welcome again.

So, he and his wife Madeleine put on their thinking caps and happened to both come up with the same idea: Pedal-power.

“All I had to do was design the see-saw operated foot pedal instead of the previous push mechanism, which required your hands,” he says.

Ian sent rough sketches of the mechanism to his Computer-aided Design (CAD) designer, who turned them into workable designs from his home.

Ian also uses a small local engineer, who also works solo from his home and who was able to turn the design into reality with some spare materials he had.

“By the time we came out of lockdown, we had the prototype operating and are now in full production.

“They’re now installed in schools in Christchurch, Havelock North, Tauranga and Auckland.

“We also have an order to be installed at a new bus depot in Silverdale in Auckland, and a multi-unit installation at an event centre also in Auckland.”

Ian says if he hadn’t acted quickly, his business could be facing a very uncertain future.

“As soon as the school said they were shutting them down, we knew this could be a problem – so if we wanted to stay in business we had to be ahead of the pack.

“We’re a small local business and were able to react reasonably quickly.

This has really opened up opportunities for us, perhaps even overseas.”

Ian says the Contactless Hydration Stations can be used in schools and businesses, as they’re great for hygienically filling bottles and cups.

Contact TapWaterWells on 0800 473 487 or via ian@tww.co.nz

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When she’s not helping her clients successfully navigate the process of buying a house, Kymberlee can be found walking her little fluffball around Huntsbury Hill or chatting away to her friends and family.

It’s the empathetic and friendly touch that only a real person can provide that her clients appreciate most.

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Ensuring people are protected for their future – whether that’s buying an earthquake damaged home, preparing their will and powers of attorney, or moving into a retirement home – is what drives Christchurch lawyer Shona Senior.

My advice for young women coming into law now would be to choose a firm which is the right fit for you and the area of law you want to practice in.

fter retraining as a lawyer 10 years ago, Shona wanted to specialise in “elder law”, the legal issues impacting the aging population.

Growing up she watched her parents care for her grandparents, who lived into their late 90s, and this piqued her interest in legal issues that affect people as they age.

“I wanted to help families navigate the myriad of issues which come with old age, like asset planning, residential care costs, preparing robust wills, family trusts and advising on occupation licences.”

She also enjoys helping home buyers of all ages, ensuring they’re protected from the risks of buying and selling homes - especially earthquake damaged and poorly repaired houses.

Working as a woman in a traditionally male field, Shona says it was initially challenging juggling motherhood and long hours with little in the way of flexible work practices.

“Studying law when my daughter was quite young, that was quite hard as a lot of firms worked the traditional way, which was long hours and without any allowance for attending to childcare.”

There are now many women in the legal profession in New Zealand, and she says the profession is slowly changing and becoming more flexible.

She values Godfreys Law for its flexibility, and she works part-time so she can help her own parents as they get older.

“My advice for young women coming into law now would be to choose a firm which is the right fit for you and the area of law you want to practice in.”

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Shona worked as a librarian in Christchurch and government researcher in Wellington.

Contact Shona on 0800 131 001 or Shona@godfreys-law.co.nz

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A charitable endeavour

From left to right: Craig Murphy, Kathryn Jones, Nicky Wright, Joanne Allan, Arnah Trelease, Stephen Parkyn, Selina McRoberts, Mike Freeman, Brent Smith, Paul Rickerby, John Sutherland.

Absent from the photo Richard Smith (Trustee of Lamar)

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residential community and learning centre providing education and social therapy for adults with intellectual disabilities, the only South Island branch of the nationwide organisation is a flourishing residential community providing homes, flats, day services and support staffing for 140 people across two main sites in Somerfield and Halswell.

The two new purpose-built homes will support 12 Hohepa community members with not just a physical home, but a safe, supportive, beautiful and peaceful place to settle and grow. Each four-bedroom dwelling has a fully self-contained two-bedroom flat adjoining it, enabling those who can achieve more independence in a safe and supported way.

The dream project is coming to fruition because of two philanthropic organisations – the Sutherland Self Help Trust and the Lamar Charitable Trust.

The fundraising campaign was launched in October 2019 with a $500,000 donation from the Wellingtonbased Sutherland Self Help Trust, followed by a

Hohepa Canterbury is building a new future for those in its care, with a capital fundraising campaign aiming to raise $2.2m for two new purpose-built homes on their main Barrington Street campus.

second $500,000 donation in July from the Lamar Charitable Trust, a little known but incredibly generous Christchurch-based charitable trust.

Lamar’s chair, and Ainger Tomlin Chartered Accountants Director, Brent Smith, says the trust supports members of our society living with disability to live their most rewarding lives possible within the community.

“We have built a close relationship with Hohepa Canterbury over the years and believe the service they provide is outstanding and worthy of such a significant contribution towards their goal. We are proud to do our part to enable more people and families to benefit from Hohepa’s support in the new homes.”

An on-site Hohepa home already named Lamar House from a previous capital campaign will be renamed Lamb and Marker House, and the newly built second home will be named Lamar House. Lamb and Marker are the surnames of the two benefactors of the trust, which was established posthumously to support vulnerable people, including those with intellectual disabilities.

Hohepa is halfway to its fundraising goal thanks to other campaign donations and in-kind contributions.

Hohepa Canterbury General Manager Arnah Trelease says: “This campaign is special, there’s something about the nature of the cause that people are responding to and seeing the value in supporting these members of our community to live their best lives.

“These new homes will enable us to welcome 12 more people into our community. We are incredibly grateful for this support of our amazing community.”

She says contributions to the project allow much more than bricks and mortar to be built, it helps build lives by valuing individuality and celebrating what each person brings to the community.

Learn more about the project and how you can help by contacting Arnah Trelease on 027 801 9034 or via arnah.trelease@hohepacanterbury.com.

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fashion, health & beauty

Gritty Pretty When it may be months until we can fully trust an early morning clear blue sky or the slippery frosts they bring, a chunky Chelsea boot is a chic way to take no chances in these changeable climes.

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hick, flat and platformed, a rubbersoled stomper adds grit to the most feminine of silhouettes while serving as a sturdy and practical companion for the tail end of these cold and rainy days.

Don’t just take it from us, Vogue touted the style as the must-have shoe of the season and designers like The Row, Bottega Veneta, Prada and Burberry have been leading this grungy ‘90s trend back around, with a chunky Chelsea boot a-foot most of the models in their pre-Covid-19 shows.

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stores and online, Beau Coop has designed a crocodile print number, and the footwear has been favoured to accessorise the campaign shoots of local designers like Harris Tapper and Paris Georgia. High street heroes Hannah’s, Zara and Tony Bianco also stock more budget-friendly versions.

Though typically black, we’ve spied chunky Chelseas in a covetable array of tan, chestnut and white hues with plain, suede and patent finishes to give your prettiest floral spring dresses or favourite jeans and jumper combo an edge.

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What’s new in nails There’s a new resident in Fendalton Village, and she means business! Specifically, the kind that involves nails – whether that be painting or care tips.

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ight months ago Tomoko Tsuj, owner of Nails by Tomo, set up a little station in Elegance Beauty Clinic. And with the move came 23-years of professional experience and qualifications gained in Japan.

With Tomoko, it isn’t just about putting on a pretty polish and saying goodbye to the customers. She wants to provide a more personal touch “I don’t want to just paint nails, I really want to help my customers with their nail care as well.

“Some of my customers have been nail biters their

whole lives and I’ve helped them to change that.”

Like with most treatments, it’s not one quick fix or remedy.

Tomoko says a large factor is your job and how you’re using your hands. She aims to “make the customer happy by strengthening the nails and ensuring there’s less damage”.

But there also needs to be credit given where it’s due: Tomo paints beautifully intricate designs using high quality Japanese products.

To talk to Tomo, phone 022 194 6055 or check out her Facebook page. www.facebook.com/NailsByTomo

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What are the results?

The Lunula Laser is the newest standard in treating fungal nail infections. It had been used extensively worldwide with impressive results - and that convinced me to invest in the technology. The great aspect for patients is that it uses two cold laser beams, which means no heat or pain. Once patients have their foot inside, they actually have no sensation that anything is happening at all.

The process of treatment starts with four sessions about a week to 10 days apart. Each foot is exposed to the laser beams for 12 minutes. There may be further sessions depending on the severity of the fungal infection. Winter is the perfect time to have this treatment in readiness for summer and your favourite pair of opentoed shoes.

We introduced it last year, and I was over the moon with the results immediately. The level of improvement is amazing.

We’re seeing better nail growth and appearance, as well as improvement in the tone and condition of the skin around the nail.

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Fair pricing enables excellent value. Certification enables assurance. CAD enables certainty. With more than 8500 beautiful engagement rings designed and produced, you can be assured of excellent

quality, value and a pleasant experience. Not only do they create perfect engagement rings, but they redesign existing rings, create matching wedding rings and complete jewellery repairs.

As the only jeweller to win ‘Best Retail’ at the Champion Canterbury Business Awards, you know your ring design is in the best hands… at least until it’s on the one of your betrothed, that is.

Visit the design studio at 30 New Regent Street, online www. polisheddiamonds.co.nz or free call 0800 233 299.

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The season of summery dresses is theoretically on our doorstep, albeit one which may be different to any party season we’ve known before. In turbulent times, we can count on our wardrobes to deliver some instant cheer. So please, save your “tiers” for your sartorial choices.

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s the weather warms, so does our propensity to adorn lighter, floatier fabrics.

And a new wave of tiered dresses, skirts and tops are rising to the challenge.

Fun and versatile, voluminous tiers are catching our attention for the ability to look impossibly chic, a little whimsical, and extremely comfortable all at once.

A nod to the Prairie dress of last summer, this years’ tiers are more refined; falling in mini to midi and maxi hemlines, with on-trend statement puff sleeves, or no sleeves at all.

Tiered tops are either cropped or creeping into tunic territory.

Waistlines can be dropped, or high, but one thing is certain: voluminous tiers are roomy enough for lounging, but polished enough to impress.

Admittedly a departure from dresses we might be familiar with, it’s an opportune time to try something new.

Especially something new, comfortable and cool.

If you’re apprehensive the style may add too much fabric to your frame, opt for flattering A-line silhouettes, sleeveless numbers, cinch in with a belt, or team a wafty tiered skirt with a crop top.

Whatever you do, make sure to wear your tiers with pride. And perhaps with a sophisticated pair of sandals, some crisp white sneakers or some chunky Dr Martens.

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Let’s talk tan WORDS JESS MURRAY

Travel might have been put on hold, but when done right you can achieve that “just gotten back from Europe” tan sans passport.

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e’re nearing the end of August and coming into a new season; spring!

Those big winter jackets are being swapped for lighter layers with bare arms and legs, and that means one thing: tan is needed, stat.

So, we’ve put together some essential tanning tips to make sure you get a natural look, without any harmful UV rays.

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FINDING THE FORMULA: I was never a big fan of math but what I did learn is, finding the perfect formula is crucial to the end result. The same applies for tanning products. Personally, I’ve found Bondi Sands to be very reliable throughout the years. The lightweight foam gives you that bronzed perfection after just six hours.

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I would strongly recommend against using your hands to apply faux tan. Instead, a good quality mitt ensures even distribution, and your hands are kept clean. And if you don’t have a friend to apply it to your back…you can invest in a back applicators, too.

Before applying the tan, and after you’ve showered and exfoliated, make sure to lightly apply moisturiser on your elbows and knees. This will prevent the tan from clinging onto those dry spots! You can also use moisturiser once your fake tan has developed to prolong your tan and prevent cracking.

A custom-made zip front onesie, the Tansie by Spray Tan Wear is designed to protect your furniture, bedding, clothing – and your tan. Wear it while waiting for your tan to develop or while sleeping, and bid adieu to bronzed sheets, PJs and chairs.

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The results are in…

When investing in your skin, you want products you know will work - and work well. We learn more about Juvenate, the super active skincare range leading the market with scientifically proven results and award-winning ingredients.

Metropol catches up with Juvenate Director Marie August about the leading products.

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Your go-to for normal to dry skin. It absorbs beautifully into the skin with a multi-dimensional approach focussed on skin firming, plumping and smoothing. All of this results in reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. It’s recommended to use one pump for the neck and one for the face.

This beautiful blue serum comes jam-packed with highstrength copper peptide and bio-actives great for boosting collagen renewal and tissue repair. Smoother collagen production aids in lifting and firming which will tighten and lift the neck and face.

Use twice a day for optimal results (after cleanser and before moisturiser).

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Cure your winter hair blues Is your hair feeling dehydrated? Unloved? With split ends, or lacks lustre and you are struggling to style it? You might just need a hair detox.

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For just $120, it lasts up to

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“It is a detangler, repairs dry damaged hair, smooths and softens, shines, is anti-humidity, colour protection, is antipollution, reduces split ends, strengthens fragile hair, gives volume, contains a UV filter, offers protection from thermal styling, controls moisture retention, and evens porous hair.

“It is anti-static, restores lustre, makes blow drying faster and easier, improves elasticity, seals the cuticle, is paraben free, sulphate free, cruelty free, and is altogether an advanced and light weight treatment.”

If you can’t make it to the salon, try GM’s own Christchurch-made environmentally friendly products, Mike’s Hair Care.

Wet hair and apply MHC Conditioner to mid lengths and ends of hair and leave in; rinse out with MHC Shampoo; apply MHC conditioner; rinse out and towel dry; apply MHC styling products.

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he Team at Mohs and Skin Cancer not only specialise in diagnosing and removing skin cancers by the gold standard technique called Mohs surgery, but they also run a dedicated acne clinic. Dr Emma Trowbridge says, “Studies have shown that acne sufferers take an average of eight years to seek professional help. By then patients have often developed permanent scarring, and suffered substantial psychological distress.”

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In the snow about après ski Europe may be out of bounds, but that does not mean elements of its mountainside culture need to be.

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hose in the snow know one of the perks of hitting the slopes is what comes at the end of the day – après ski. A mountainside custom coined in the Swiss and French Alps, après ski is, as the name suggests, what comes “after” a day on your skis or snowboards.

Some European and North American ski

destinations are known for their post-slope party atmospheres, Kiwis can still get a slice of the action close to home – even if your idea of action is a relaxed mulled wine by the fire.

And there’s no better place to indulge in some après than at the foot of the Southern Alps in Queenstown and Wanaka.

QUEENSTOWN

WANAKA

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With dozens of bars all within a 1km radius, simply follow the lake’s edge or cobbled lanes and you’ll find yourself on the doorstep of many an après destination.

More lakeside après offerings await in Wanaka township, or if you’re heading down the mountain consider stopping at the iconic Cardrona pub, complete with roaring outdoor fire.

Make the most of your bach or hired accommodation by whipping up some mulled wine or buttered whisky from home. Liven things up with some retro ski gear, and après like it’s 1980.

MANATA LODGE QUEENSTOWN

Glacier Galore Weave your way through the Southern Alps, Milford Sound and beyond with Southern Alps Air, departing from Wanaka. Family owned and operated since 1975. Incredible rates.

At Manata Lodge, guests can enjoy staying in our large house and apartments amongst beautiful estate gardens & stunning mountain views. Perfect for groups celebrating an occasion.

Enjoy our swimming pool, spa and access to bike trails.

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Rooms With a View!

500 metres from the heart of Queenstown, this intimate luxury Bed & Breakfast offers magnificent uninterrupted views of Lake Wakatipu, homemade goodness and Boutique Bed & Breakfast. unique kiwi hospitality.

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Zoom through the night on the thrilling colourful tracks of the purpose-built Luge.

It’s the ultimate family night out above the night-time backdrop of Queenstown.

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Touring our backyard, together Experience quintessential New Zealand beauty and discover Canterbury’s multi-cultural history with private, personalised and luxurious escorted tours of Akaroa and Bank’s Peninsula.

Tour South’s experienced guides have intimate knowledge of the region and are ready to let you in on its secrets, tailoring each tour to your own curiosities.

Tour solo or with a group from the comfort of a luxury coach.

Say oui to a day of exploring French-Kiwi culture!

Contact Doug Bennet on 027 269 6928 or via info@toursouth.co.nz for booking enquiries. www.toursouth.co.nz | Ph: 027 269 6928

Expl��e Akaroa

Spying the land through their portholes last century, French colonisers set their hearts on Akaroa and it’s not hard to see why. To this day, beauty, adventure and hospitality are at the heart of this quaint coastal village.

Located on the south-east side of the deep, sheltered Akaroa Harbour, the charming township of Akaroa has a special point of difference – it was the only French settlement in New Zealand.

But that’s not where the beauty ends.

With historic buildings, a magnificent harbour and passion for

fine food, there is something for everyone in this seaside hotspot.

Explore some of the best fish and chips in the South Island, take a cruise and see the marine wildlife or peruse the waterfront stores to your heart’s content.

We’ve made a start on your exploratory itinerary here.

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Maison Par Quay Book direct for a discounted rate and make this House by the Wharf your home. Enjoy the picturesque views of the harbour and explore Akaroa’s exquisite hospitality and charm. www.holidayakaroa.com | Ph: 0800 AKAROA

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At SiloStay, guests (or “Silonauts”!) experience award-winning kiwi ingenuity by treating themselves to a waking up in a repurposed grain silo.

As a luxurious base from which to explore the whole Peninsula, Silostays are never forgotten and regularly repeated.

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Why Waitaki?

For some, a trip away can be as spontaneous as hopping in the car and hitting the road, while others may need a bit more persuasion. Whether you’re a serendipitous sort or a researchdriven roamer, Metropol puts together the answers to the question, “why Waitaki?”

IT’S BOLD:

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Moeraki Boulders Beach is a popular tourist destination and any geologist’s dream. Its large, perfectly round rocks can be enjoyed up close or from a distance at the Moeraki Boulders Café.

The Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is too cute to handle. Visitors can partake in a tour to get a glimpse of the little guys arriving at night after a long day fishing.

Steampunk HQ was the result of creative minds coming together to produce a collection of retro-futuristic sci-fi art, movies, sculpture and sound.

Oamaru seems to have it all, with the old Victorian Precinct being another attractive feature of the little town. The Steampunk HQ is situated there, so you can hit two birds with one stone (just mind the penguins).

Good old fashioned style and service That old fashioned general store with local information, confectionery, cycle supplies, haberdashery, preserves, handcrafts, and independent distributor of Rawleigh’s. Come and see what you can discover.

www.rosesoamaru.co.nz Phone 021 515 205

Historic. Distinct. Luxurious.

Oamaru’s Cutest Little Residents Visit the colony for evening viewings to learn from leading experts about Oamaru’s Little Blue Penguins and their conservation program to keep their habitat protected. bookings@penguins.co.nz Ph: 03 433 1195 www.penguins.co.nz 38 20 August, 2020 Metropol

Pen-y-bryn Lodge is the ideal base for exploring all that Oamaru and the Waitaki have to offer. Our five guest suites offer luxurious accommodations and gourmet dining in a distinctive historic homestead a short distance from central Oamaru. Special rates available for Kiwi travellers.

Ph: 03 434 7939 | 41 Towey St, Oamaru, New Zealand www.penybryn.co.nz | jamesg@penybryn.co.nz

Weddings, Events & Conferences Beautiful venues and operators at the forefront of creating unforgettable experiences

Discover a showcase of some of the finest contemporary spaces, places and services the city has to offer for your next event or conference.

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Networking

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As the adage goes, “It’s not what you know but who you know”, but how do you get to know the who? Here’s some top networking tips for breaking the ice this conference and event season.

TIME TO SHINE

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PREPARE YOUR PITCH

FANCY A FOLLOW-UP?

COOL, CALM AND CONVERSATIONAL

Attendees generally walk out of an event with a stack of business cards, so if you want to stand out from the crowd, creative cards will leave a lasting impression.

Imagine a landscaping business card that sprouts tiny trees when wet!

Set a goal for the number of people you will speak to at the event and stick to it. Throw in some curveballs like meeting five people wearing red and five with large briefcases to keep things interesting and ensure you meet a range of people.

Prepare your elevator pitch, a multi-million dollar sentence or two explaining who you are and what you do.

Keep it punchy and have some icebreakers ready to keep things fun and relaxed. The more you practice, the more confident you will be.

If you meet someone at an event, follow up straight away. Let them know it was great to meet them and offer to follow up with a coffee. All relationships need a little bit of help to get going – networking relationships included.

Dread the concept of “networking”?

Networking is simply the process of building relationships, not putting the hard sell on. So just relax and get to know people - the rest will come naturally. Make sure you listen so the conversation flows.

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Drop by for after-work drinks with nibbles and sharing platters, or settle in for a corporate lunch, a family dinner or group celebration.

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Events &Conferences

DOLCE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Bridal Bonanza The sentiment behind your wedding day is, undoubtedly, the most important aspect, but let’s be honest here, the bride’s entry is the moment that all in attendance are waiting for with baited breath.

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hat perfect dress which is said to be the focus of attention on a wedding day is worn just once before being tucked away in the back of the wardrobe, never to be worn again… that is, until now.

The 2020 Canterbury Bride of the Year is your chance to wear that dress again without the stress and pressure that comes with the Big Day, event founder Suzanne Carson explains. “We started the Canterbury Bride of

the Year in 2008, primarily for ladies to relive their wedding day and wear their dress again, but also to give them the opportunity to meet other brides in a relaxing environment.

“These women make lifelong friends. It becomes a milestone in their life in much the same way as their wedding.”

Held this year at Rydges Latimer on Sunday 27 September and in support of Canterbury Westcoast

Air Rescue, this year’s event will be packed with exciting opportunities for engaged couples.

The wedding industry has come together and they will

experience their wedding suppliers in action, in real time; celebrants, vocalists, florists, décor stylists, to name a few.

Opportunities to win some very exciting prizes, including a $3000 wedding dress, a bride’s party pamper session, florals for the wedding day and much more.

“The event is about supporting the wedding industry, and bringing them to you, so we will be focusing on introducing bridal trends, suppliers and options.”

Engaged couples will witness previous season’s brides vying for the Canterbury Bride of the Year 2020, Canterbury Bridesmaid of the Year 2020 and Canterbury Flower Girl of the Year 2020 titles, with an exceptional line-up for judges, including Dancing with the Stars’ Vanessa Cole. The evening is expected to be the wedding event of the year.

Entries are still being accepted until 15 September, email wedding@weddingprofessionals. co.nz. Phone 0800 377 7800.

Event Tickets can be purchased from Eventfinda.

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Secrets to event success WORDS MELINDA COLLINS

Running an event without a hitch – whether you’re getting hitched or in command of a corporate soirée – requires a lot of coordination. Like any Hollywood blockbuster, the hardest work goes on behind the scenes.

And an event planner can save your stress levels, tighten your budget – and more. Here’s our reasons to consider hiring some help for your wedding, event or conference.

NO MORE BUDGET BLUES Despite what you may think, an experienced planner can actually bring down your costs. Sticking to budgets is what planners specialise in, and they can also help you accurately forecast those costs to avoid any hidden surprises.

NEGOTIATING PROS Event planners not only have a rich network of contacts who may offer them special rates or package deals, but they are adept at having any awkward price-related conversations which may arise, so you don’t have to...

STRESS LESS ...Which brings us to the next point. They do all the work, so you don’t have to. The stress and pressure of pulling off an event can reduce the shine for even the most enthusiastic host. So why not outsource that?

DEVILS FOR DETAILS Seamless events are rich in details; the little touches which make a person’s day (or night) memorable. This could be physical details like name cards or dietary requirements, to ensuring seating arrangements don’t leave anyone without a familiar face nearby.

Event planners live in the details, including the ones you didn’t even know existed!

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Putting your bestfoot forward

When it comes to your event, be it a product launch, conference, business incentive or an award event, you want it to be a symbolic representation of your business – professional, seamless and memorable. After all, we’ve long known it’s the first impressions which count.

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ith more than 30 years of event management experience of the highest calibre, Event Professionals was established by Suzanne Carson to help you put your best corporate foot forward.

Creative, customised and comprehensive, Suzanne can look after as little or as much as you require, including planning, design and style expertise. “We’re here to help create the right environment for your clients or guests, no matter what that entails, from equipment required, to the ambience and ultimate look,” Suzanne explains.

“A great event needs to look good, feel good and meet all expectations.”

Suzanne has moved heavily into styling and has

an enormous range of décor and linens available to create the look you want, working to strict timetables and your budget. “We’re very fussy and never walk away without being completely happy with the finished product. We make sure it’s perfect all the way.”

Suzanne started her career in the travel industry before her role evolved into the conference industry. Awards dinners are a pet love, evidenced on her Instagram page. “I love the corporate market because of the professionalism and etiquette it represents,” she says.

“I threw myself in boots and all and I still love it as much as the day I started.”

For more information, phone Suzanne on 021 369 414 or email suzanne@ eventprofessionals.co.nz.

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Book your next event with us.

Our team is ready to host your next meeting, launch, conference, dinner or celebration.

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So, why Rossendale?

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ust a stone’s throw from the city, Rossendale Vineyard feels like a world of its own.

With large outdoor spaces and flexible indoor areas, this relaxed and private venue is adaptable for any function or event.

Offering delicious, nutritious, and interesting dining options, their chef can cater for all tastes and budgets. Providing a highly personalised and

professional service to make your event a reality, their experienced planners will help at every step to ensure your event runs perfectly.

All of this could be yours for your next conference, event or function within just a short 15-minute drive from the city centre.

Phone 03 322 7780 or email office@rossendale.co.nz for an obligation-free quote. www.rossendalevineyard.co.nz

Luxury Location Conferences Product Launches Team Building Celebrations

Daydreaming of the perfect getaway, or a special event in a stunning setting?

The Clear Ridge Apartments five-star accommodation in Hanmer Springs makes those images in your head a wonderful reality.

The luxury accommodation as well as function facilities are perfect for pre-and postwedding get togethers, as well as the wedding itself.

Or, it can be for families, business travellers, weekenders, boys’ and girls’ trips, and romantic breaks for couples.

The amenities and

experiences of Hanmer are on your doorstep, but with the beautiful mountain view setting you never need to leave the complex.

Enjoy the pool, spa and barbeque area, plus most apartments contain a kitchen, laundry, study, and spa bath.

Knowledgeable and friendly staff can assist you with your function requirements; from seated dining to cocktails and canapes, or corporate events.

“We take great pride in our beautiful backdrop and we love to assist people with any occasion they are planning,” says ClearRidge Managers Rosie and Steve McFarlane.

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Setting the scene

If wowing the crowd is on the conference and events cards for you, then Amuri Estate in the Hanmer countryside can help you do it.

Photo by Karl Van Beek

Photo by Karl Van Beek

Photo by Bethany Howarth

Just 10 minutes out of the village and 90-minutes from Christchurch, Amuri Estate’s supreme views set the scene for perfection, while the luscious variety of spaces ensures events of all shapes, sizes and styles can be catered for.

The new modern barn style building has a large reception hall with capacity for 200 and a small meeting room with capacity for 20 to 60, including bathroom, kitchen and bar facilities, and breakout spaces.

On-site accommodation includes a

lodge sleeping six within three king rooms with ensuites, and a kitchen-living area, while the Wallace Peak Cottage sleeps two in a king room and has a kitchen-living area and log fire.

When it comes to catering, Amuri works with three catering companies, ensuring you can get the cuisine and drinks of your choice in buffet, plated and shared styles from the fully-equipped kitchen and bar.

Amuri Estate has a hire catalogue and equipment packages available including

AV, styling, table settings and more - which make organising your event a breeze. A qualified event manager, Vanessa Orr is on hand to help co-ordinate as little or as much as required; organising meetings, the run sheet, and event plan, and liaising with the entertainment, photographer and caterer - if you so wish.

“I love seeing events come together; our stunning views ensure a picture-perfect backdrop to any event, from product launches to conferences,” she says.

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Tempting Fête

A travelling feast “H

ave kit, will travel” is the mantra of Twentyfour Catering.

Weddings all over the South Island are a speciality, and owner and chef Chantelle Quinn can conjure the feast of your dreams anywhere, often with just two ovens and a barbeque. “We are very versatile and we have said yes to every location so far.”

Chantelle works closely with couples to ensure logistics work and menus are personalised to each wedding. Chantelle remembers a groom who asked for his grandmother’s adored salted caramel and pistachio cheesecake, so she created it in minis for his guests.

The food is classic French with Kiwi flavours, rustic, often with a lot of protein. Six different meats could feature throughout the reception, which goes down extremely well with rural weddings. “I love seeing a wedding guest in an exquisite dress and fascinator tucking into a lamb cutlet and going back for more.”

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hursday 5 November is the Red Letter Day in Geraldine this year for a unique shopping event held at the spectacular Stover Garden, Main North Road Geraldine.

Bursting with over 200 high quality stalls this home, garden and lifestyle fête brings you the finest selection of creators to ensure a day of indulgence and elegance for you and your friends. Wander through Stover’s stunning gardens while listening to live music and enjoying the friendly,

relaxed atmosphere of this elegant Christmas shopping event.

With an amazing selection of products to choose from, this exclusive shopping occasion will be a splendid day out for all. Save the date and make a day of it to enjoy the beautiful country setting!

A fabulous day out for everyone. You can buy tickets on the website – www. geraldinesummerfete.co.nz or at the gate on the day. Free car parking. www.geraldinesummerfete.co.nz/

www.twentyfourcatering.co.nz

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Canterbury’s go-to caterers for a real point of difference

Uniquely personalized menu plan for each couple – which offers the opportunity for incorporating a family favourite or a special touch so the couple get to see a little bit of themselves in the menu.

Twentyfour Catering Co provides their unique services in the Canterbury area and beyond. No destination is too hard to manage.

“We absolutely appreciate what a privilege it is to be invited into a special family event like a wedding.”

Beautiful Garden

Setting & Scenery 200 Stalls

Relaxed, Friendly Atmosphere

Fill your car with your friends and enjoy the trip to Stover Garden, 220 Main North Road, SH79, Geraldine

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Events &Conferences

Changing Protocol As they say, every cloud has a silver lining. For Protocol, that meant looking at the space they had and envisaging the space it could become.

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wner Genaea Calvert says, “COVID-19 allowed us to revisit our business and utilisation of spaces”. So, after feedback about noise travelling from the bar area, and with new social distancing practices, the restaurant was relocated to a larger and more private area.

“In doing this the feedback was really positive about the quieter dining space, this led to a refurbishment and we believe

we have now created a really nice ambient area for our diners,” she says.

It wasn’t just the space that got a revamp, there’s also a new lunch and dinner menu for customers to enjoy in the quieter more intimate setting or enjoy the hum and dine in the main bar area.

“It’s not often you get closed for extended periods, so we took the opportunity at Level 3 when we were still unable to open to also give the

main bar a lift. We feel that we have a great team of staff and our menu provides great quality restaurantstyle dishes at reasonable prices”.

The venue is still able to accommodate large groups with their second function room, now catering for a wider range and much better utilisation of space.

Make Protocol your next venue for your event! Phone 03 9642 880 or email functions@protocolbar.co.nz.

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Cakes & catering with a twist

Twisted Flour & Sugar Merchants are a mother and daughter team, Sally and Kate, who create magic in the kitchen, with a pinch of chaos.

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he Twisted ladies specialise in creating bespoke cakes, delicious grazing platters and individualised catering for your special event.

Their spectacular cakes - from dainty treats, eyecatching showstoppers, to stunning, glamorous creations - taste as good as they look. Using only the highest quality ingredients, they use free-range eggs and the best flour, sugar and spices sourced from great merchants, with no nasty

additives.

As well as sensational cakes, desserts and canapes, they also offer laid-back, no-fuss catering for your event or workplace. Their grazing boxes can be made for morning and afternoon teas; lunches; brunch platters; kids’ birthday boxes as well as well as tailor-made options.

They will even prepare, set-up and collect everything required, so there’s no dishes or clean up to worry about.

For more information, visit their Facebook page.

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Planning a corporate event, function or in-home party? Chef Liz M and her team at World Cuisine create designer menus influenced from her world travels.

ith vast international catering experience as a private chef, she has worked on exclusive dinner parties and events like Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix, and also ran a cooking school in the south of France.

Liz’s passion for cuisine and experience is available in Christchurch for your event at a home or venue - World Cuisine can cater the entire event including any specialty dietary requirements.

Taking influence from her

international travels and work around the world, Liz is happy to design the menu or work alongside the client to create more bespoke options.

With a sustainably operated mobile kitchen, World Cuisine can cater your event or function, on location, including platters for children and adults, canapes, fine dining or casual meals, high teas and cooking lessons.

For enquiries call 021 544 029 or email enquiries@worldcuisine.co.nz

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Not just a pretty place

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e’re not going to pretend that when planning an event your venue options are limited…in fact it’s quite the opposite. With so many choices out there, it can be hard to find the one that’s right for you and your guests. In order to help with the decision Metropol caught up with Tom Lawson from Larcomb Vineyard, about their place just ten minutes out of Christchurch.

The vineyard showcases some of the best views the region has to offer. Which are much nicer to look at than the four walls of a conference hall in a bustling city.

Tom puts it perfectly, that with their venue it’s “not just another day at office”. Well…unless you work at a vineyard. But it’s important to remember that it’s not just a pretty place, the space has so much more to offer.

Their hall is a space that can host a humble 50 to a huge 250. Not to mention it’s very flexible, you can have a whole space or - with a few separators - many.

Larcomb Vineyard also offers onsite catering and bar facilities, so you only have to worry about turning up.

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A fête-full day!

Platters to impress T

he team at Four Square Hanmer Springs has a passion for creating beautiful, bespoke grazing platters – just perfect for outdoor summer eating to give you so much more time to relax and enjoy being with friends and family.

The platters are available for every occasion, from large corporate events and family celebrations, right through to delicious platters for two. You might like to pick one up after your visit to the Hanmer Springs Fête. That would certainly be a fitting end to the day.

Renowned for being generous, the platters contain a variety of seasonal ingredients, beautiful specialty cheeses and cured meats, along with fresh fruits, beautiful chutneys, hummus and pâté. Vegetarian and vegan platters are available, as are hot grazing options. And they look as good as they taste!

Contact the team today on 03 315 7190 to discuss how they can assist you with your culinary requirements. Find Four Square Hanmer Springs at 12 Conical Hill Road and on Facebook.

Grazing platters in Hanmer.

Four Square Hanmer Springs offers Grazing Platters for every occasion.

Individually tailored to each customer’s taste, budget and occasion. Gluten Free, Vegetarian and Vegan Platters available. Wine Barrel Platters start from $120.00. Smaller platters also available. Ph. 03 315 7190

Four Square Supermarket Hanmer Hanmer Four Square foursquarehanmersprings

Phone today to discuss what grazing platter best suits you and your time in Hanmer Springs 03 3157190 Pricing and Platter sizing is individually tailored to meet your occasion.

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ock 30 October into your diary now. That’s to be sure you don’t miss the Hanmer Springs Fête in the grounds of the historic Queen Mary Hospital. The inaugural fête in 2019 saw 2000 people come through the gates from all over the country and even from Australia.

One hundred and fifty exhibitors will showcase their amazing products. Take along your appetite as well as your Christmas shopping list – there are some incredible food vendors this year. The organisers

have worked really hard at creating a beautiful and relaxed atmosphere for the fête with high quality artisan suppliers and excellent entertainment, to ensure you get the most out of the day. Make this more than a day trip though - stay and play for the whole weekend!

You can buy tickets on the website - www. hanmerspringsfete.co.nz - or at the gate on the day. Prepurchasing tickets avoids queuing and you will go in the draw to win an epic Hanmer Springs hamper.

Events &Conferences

Vibrancy in Ashburton Ashburton’s vibrant and delicious Asian Fusion restaurant Formosa is the brainchild of husband and wife team Chef Dondon Chen and Creative Designer Amber Huang.

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ith no business experience - but armed with enthusiasm, a lot of inspiration and a passion for food and culture, Formosa will celebrate its third year this November with a fabulous new summer menu and a gorgeous dessert display, while plans for high tea are well under way.

Lockdown saw Amber and Dondon introduce their delivery service which served many happy customers and ongoing additions to the dine-in and takeaway options. The fitout includes an open kitchen so you can witness the creation of your food and engage with the friendly chefs while they are in action.

The restaurant has three roomy and uniquely themed spaces: The VIP Room, Chinese Lantern

Area and the Red Parasol Area that are perfect for an intimate date night, a family lunch or even a company function for up to 120 guests.

With the success of Formosa and great feedback from customers over the years, a plan to open a branch in Christchurch is something the team is considering.

“Formosa Restaurant aims to always provide excellent quality food and services,” Amber says.

“We are considering opening seven days, to make our delectable dishes and mouth-watering desserts available every single day of the week.”

Open Monday to Saturday, 11.30am to 2pm and 4.30pm to 8.30pm.

Phone 03-308 7874 or email info@formosainash. com to make a booking.

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Dried flower trend keeps blooming Natural, rustic and romantic: The popularity of dried flowers refuses to wane in 2020. Victoria Florist’s Leanne Lovell tells us how to include the blooms at your next inspired event.

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loral arrangements can transform an event, creating character and atmosphere. Flowers add colour, fragrance and a sense of occasion – whether to a wedding, bridal shower, baby shower, dinner party or corporate event.

Leanne says dried flowers have had a recent resurgence in popularity, with the trend appearing on the radar (and many a Pinterest board) about a year ago - and is now everywhere.

DRIED FLOWERS, FRESH IDEAS While dried flowers are popular as pre-made bouquets, they can also be used for custom made hanging arrangements, floor installations, wedding arches or table settings.

Leanne says table settings

Handy tip:

incorporating the dried blooms are especially becoming popular. “The colours and textures are so natural and warm, they add a really romantic and vintage feel to an event, and when combined with fresh flowers you can still get that vibrancy and fragrance.”

KNOW YOUR DRIED BLOOMS With a large range of dried flowers available at Victoria Florist’s Idris Rd online and in store, Leanne says eucalyptus, hydrangeas, bunny tails, wildflowers, toi toi and proteas are especially popular choices at the moment.

LASTING MEMORIES Choosing dried helps memories last even longer. Arrangements from the day can endure as beautiful decorations for the home, or repurposed into something new. At Victoria Florists, arrangements can be remade into new bouquets or wall hangings, including on stunning hoops.

Dust your dried flowers by spraying with compressed air or by using a low speed, no heat setting on your hairdryer to avoid damaging fragile petals, stems and leaves.

Ph. 03 351 7444 | www.victoriaflorists.co.nz

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Making its mark P

egasus Bay has long been recognised for its top drops and now the exceptional space with its breathtaking gardens, lakes, wetlands and beautiful restaurant is making its mark as a premium event venue in Waipara.

“This is a new direction for us after 30 years operating our restaurant,” says Marketing Manager Edward Donaldson, the latest generation of the Donaldson family which established Pegasus Bay in the 1980s.

“We have long been approached about events packages and with about 15 acres of very well-maintained gardens, it’s a very unique location in terms of its indoor-outdoor flow, whether it’s a wedding ceremony or canapés and drinks on the lawn,” Edward says.

Pegasus Bay can cater for up to 110 for a sit down meal across the restaurant and mezzanine floor; a striking space which features 100-year-old recycled rimu panelling and kauri flooring, beautiful chandeliers and Jonathan Smart Gallery artworks.

Add in some of the best fine wines in the region and it’s the perfect place for any event.

A taste of Italy T

he borders may be closed, preventing those much-anticipated overseas escapades but that’s not to say you can’t get your European fix. La Dolce Vita Italian Cooking Classes, owned and run by Clotilde Romano, is your ticket to the world of Naples, Italy in Sumner, Christchurch.

A culinary adventure in her wonderful kitchen where, in a fun atmosphere, you will cook and taste authentic food made with passion.

Classes run for two hours and include antipasto, primo piatto and dessert.

Try your hand at several techniques, from making fresh egg pasta dough to turning out gorgeous little potato gnocchi. Not to mention the beautiful authentic desserts Classic Tiramisu or Citrus Amalfi Panna Cotta.

Whether it’s for a hen’s do, couple’s night, family fun or just because, make La Dolce Vita your next event location.

Book your own night with friends, from Monday to Sunday or just join a class.

www.pegasusbay.com

Learn the secrets of cooking Italian and discover the taste of Naples and Amalfi Coast. You are invited to a culinary adventure in Clotilde’s kitchen, La Dolce Vita.

Join a class or bring your friends for a private event and enjoy a relaxing workshop and taste a real Italian dinner. Italian food is all about ingredients and it's not fussy or fancy, however I will teach you the magic that makes our food look gorgeous and delicious to eat.

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Refurbished, refit and ready.

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It must be fête!

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efurbished, refit and ready - the Tinwald Function Centre’s new restaurant and remodelled function room with onsite accommodation and ample parking is ready for function season.

A $1 million renovation of the centre has seen its former restaurant remodelled into a purpose-built function space for up to 120 people.

The work made way for the brand-new Alluvial restaurant.

Serving contemporary New Zealand cuisine – using fresh, seasonal ingredients from local suppliers – Alluvial extends the centre’s catering options for functions and events.

With carparking for 80-plus vehicles, 13 motel rooms, public bar, bottle store, outdoor area and a “plug-in and go” technology system, owner Greg King says the renovations were designed so users can just turn up.

“The function space includes an 85-inch smart tv for presentations, a microphone sound system for speaking, and free wi-fi.

“Our team are looking forward to helping businesses and the community hold their events, so please talk to us about your needs.”

Call the Tinwald Function Centre on 03 308 7505 or email manager@tinwaldtavern.co.nz

hat started as an offer of a stroll through six hectares of spectacular gardens now includes a fête with more than 60 stalls and live entertainment.

This inaugural event for Ashburton St John will raise funds for its community health initiatives and local services.

Hosted by Sue and Ted Rollinson at their Awaroa School Road property near Rakaia, the fête includes cuisine offerings and live entertainment – including a cooking demonstration by local chef, caterer and former Masterchef finalist Chantelle Quinn.

The boutique stalls offer a range of unique, artisan and New Zealand made eco-products including clothing and accessories, garden plants and supplies, furniture, arts and crafts, jewellery, beauty products, giftware and gourmet food and wine.

Tickets include admission and an opportunity to explore the acres of gardens and meandering boardwalk through native forests.

Tickets can be purchased on www.eventfinda.co.nz, or from a variety of locations. Call 03 308 7132 or check the St John Ashburton Facebook page for details.

www.tinwaldtavern.co.nz

www.facebook.com/stjohnashburton

70+ STALLS

A contemporary events season awaits.

TINWALD FUNCTION CENTRE

Raising funds for Ashburton St John Come join us for a great day, live music, food and beautiful gardens to explore.

Newly refurbished function room and Alluvial Restaurant and Bar – with onsite accommodation and parking.

Contact us about your next event.

PHONE 03 308 7714 99-103 ARCHIBALD ST, TINWALD, ASHBURTON

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Gate tickets on the day $20 (Children 5yrs+ $5) Prebook a lunchbox for $10

Presale tickets $15 Contact St John: 03 308 7132 www.eventfinder.co.nz

Thursday 15 October 2020 10am - 4pm Rakaia Gardens Home of Sue & Ted Rollinson 282 Awaroa School Road, Dorie 11RD Rakaia (signposted off SH1)

Here for Life

cuisine

Warming up to salads

WORDS MORGAN TAIT

Gastronomically speaking, it can be a confusing time of year. Longer days and slightly balmier temperatures tell us salad season is near. But the fact we still need our jumpers and coats leaves us equally in want of warming comfort foods. Enter the warm salad: A happy medium between crisp freshness and hearty wholesomeness.

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arm salads help administer your 5+ a day, with that comforting temperature we can’t help but crave in cooler times. Here’s some ideas for creating your own colourful, all-season salads.

LAMB AND ROAST VEGETABLES

ROAST PUMPKIN AND PEPITA

BUCKWHEAT AND BEETROOT

Healthy and hearty is covered with a Greekinspired blend of pan-fried lamb and oven roasted pumpkin, onion, and beetroot, all seasoned with cumin, chilli, and cinnamon. Add crumbed cauliflower (pan cooked for a quick 5 minutes) and pistachio, walnuts, linseed, mint leaves, and a tangy tahini dressing.

Reduce your food waste by roasting pumpkin seed pods alongside the flesh from the same vegetable. Wash and pat the seeds dry, and roast for about half the time as you do the flesh. Drizzle the finished results with honey, apple cider vinegar and top with labneh or feta, and refreshing mint.

This salad (pictured) is an easy combo of roast beetroot, sautéed mushrooms, and onion, all mixed with cooked buckwheat and topped with fresh herbs and roughly chopped, lightly toasted hazelnuts.

Sprinkle with feta, or add some fried haloumi, and finish with a chef’s kiss.

Méthode Traditionnelle Limited Release Come and treat yourself to a scrumptious scallop pie or maybe an Italian eggplant pie! Fairlie Bakehouse pies in store too.

Fine. Food. Fast. Takeaway Cafe and Delicatessen.

Mon-Sat 9am-2pm Ph. 03 357 4516 168a Kendal Ave, Burnside

Crafted by award winning winemaker, Simon McGeorge.

Available exclusively online.

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Recipe

SERVES

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Chicken Musakhan Ingredients 1 chicken (about 1.7kg), divided into 4 pieces (1.4kg) or 1kg chicken breasts (between 4 and 6, depending on size), skin on, if you prefer 120ml olive oil, plus 2–3 tbsp extra, to finish 1 tbsp ground cumin 3 tbsp sumac ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground allspice 30g pine nuts 3 large red onions, thinly sliced 2–3mm thick (500g) 4 taboon breads, or any flatbread (such as Arabic flatbread or naan bread) (330g) 5g parsley leaves, roughly chopped Salt and black pepper

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Preheat the oven to 200°C fan.

Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of oil, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1½ teaspoons of sumac, the cinnamon, allspice, 1 teaspoon of salt and a good grind of black pepper. Mix well to combine, then spread out on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast until the chicken is cooked through. This will take about 30 minutes if starting with breasts and up to 45 minutes if starting with the whole chicken, quartered. Remove from the oven and set aside. Don’t discard any juices which have collected in the tray.

Meanwhile, put 2 tablespoons of oil into a large sauté pan, about 24cm, and place on a medium heat. Add the pine nuts and cook for about 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the nuts are golden brown. Transfer to a bowl lined with kitchen paper (leaving the oil behind in the pan) and set aside. Add the remaining 60ml of oil to the pan, along with the onions and ¾ teaspoon of salt. Return to a medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the onions

are completely soft and pale golden but not caramelised. Add 2 tablespoons of sumac, the remaining 2 teaspoons of cumin and a grind of black pepper and mix through, until the onions are completely coated. Remove from the heat and set aside.

When ready to assemble the dish, set the oven to a grill setting and slice or tear the bread into quarters or sixths. Place them under the grill for about 2–3 minutes, to crisp up, then arrange them on a large platter. Top the bread with half the onions, followed by all the chicken and any chicken juices left in the tray. Either keep each piece of chicken as it is or else roughly shred it as you plate up, into two or three large chunks. Spoon the remaining onions over the top and sprinkle with the pine nuts, parsley, 1½ teaspoons of sumac and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve at once, with the yoghurt and a wedge of lemon alongside.

Extracted from ‘Falastin: a cookbook’ by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley (Ebury Press, $60). Sami is Executive Head Chef and co-founder of Ottolenghi restaurant in Notting Hill.

Photography by Jenny Zarins

THE DISH City Food everyone will remember long after the event....

Book your next function, event, party, now at The Dish - book early for Christmas Functions.

Centrally located for your convenience...

376 Montreal Street, City Centre.

Ph 03 925 9787 www.thedish.co.nz

FIG RESTAURANT & BAR Papanui

BOO RADLEY’S FOOD & LIQUOR City

Serving a range of fine cuisines that can truly be described as international to suit any occasion. Situated on site at the Quality Hotel Elms in Papanui and open daily for breakfast and dinner, they pride themselves on their mouth-watering food - including a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options and their comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Coffee from 6am, all day bar menu. Dinner from 5pm

We are an award winning southern-USA styled bar & restaurant with a distinctly New Zealand twist. We offer a great sharing plate selection, complimented with exceptional cocktails, craft beers, and a hand picked wine list.

We are available for function hire for up to 110 people as well as having live music every Wednesday to Saturday.

456 Papanui Road, Christchurch e.dine@figrestaurant.co.nz Ph 03 352 4903 www.figrestaurant.co.nz

JOLLY SEAFOOD CHINESE CUISINE RESTAURANT

Level 1/98 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central Open 7 Days Ph. 03 366 9906 www.booradleys.co.nz

TOTALLY GLUTEN FREE BAKERY

FLORA CAFE City

JOLLY SEAFOOD REATAURANT Wigram

TWENTYFOUR CATERING Canterbury

Fabulous food in the heart of Christchurch’s Health Precinct.

Possibly the most extensive Chinese menu in Christchurch. All day menu available including Peking Duck, beef, roast duck, pork buns (gluten - free options available).

Brand new modern décor with extensive lighting features and seating for 200 people.

Open for lunch including Yum Cha. Also open for dinner. A truly special function venue which comfortably seats 200 people. Fully Licensed.

Take the work out of your next dinner party.

Providing a genuine customer-focused experience using natural products, delivered by our family-focused team.

• Private Functions • Weddings • Events • Consulting & Temp Chefs

Unknown Chapter Coffee Muffins + Scones Homemade Slices Breakfast and Lunch

276 Antigua Street, Manawa Building Across from Christchurch Hospital Outpatients hello@floracafenz.com

1/187 Wigram Road, Wigram Open 6 Days, Tues-Sun Ph 03 322 7898 www.jollyseafood.co.nz

chantelle@twentyfourcatering.co.nz www.twentyfourcatering.co.nz

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COSY CAFE BELLE City CHRISTCHURCH, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT - BINK & THE BELLE TEAM

Corner of Armagh & New Regent St’s (168 Armagh Street) Central Christchurch Open 7 Days, Weekdays 7.00am-4pm, Weekends 8.30am-4.30pm Ph 027 346 0140 www.facebook.com/bellechc

COSY CAFÉ Casebrook Located on Cavendish Road, locally owned café with a wide range of homemade cabinet food, full breakfast, brunch and lunch menu available. Providing gluten free options and can cater for any other dietary requirements on request. Enjoy our hummingbird roasted coffee blend made from our experienced baristas.

Open 7 days 7am – 4pm 24/150 Cavendish Road, Casebrook Ph. 03 352 0412 www.facebook.com/cosycafe1/

THE BROTHERS GREEN Canterbury NEW PRODUCTS — Our Organic Superfood Garnish can be used as an enriching garnish, added to smoothies, salads or enjoyed by the handful.

Our Organic Gut Health Protein Powder is a plant-based complete protein, rich in dietary fiber and healthy nutrients including minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and zinc.

Shop online and check out our plant-based recipes at www.thebrothersgreen.co

Shop Local

ROOM 205 COFFEE HOUSE Fendalton

INDIAN ZAIKA Merivale

We are a local and friendly café in Fendalton.

Serving fresh homemade food (GF, VG, DF, KETO) and barista-made coffee.

We can cater for up to 60 people in our upstairs area that offers privacy and comfortable seating.

Our customers tell us we are the best choice for their brunch/lunch meeting!

Authentic Indian Cuisine Customers rave about how our curries and naans are simply the best they have tasted.

Devoted locals bringing you an authentic taste from overseas.

Our food is cooked on our premises for you to enjoy in the Restaurant or as a takeaway meal.

Open: Monday 4:30pm-10pm, Tuesday to Sunday 11am-2pm & 4:30pm-10pm.

205 Fendalton Road, Fendalton (corner Clyde and Fendalton Road) Open 7 Days Ph 03 351 1488 www.facebook.com/Room205chch/ 58 20 August, 2020 Metropol

178a Papanui Road, Merivale (opposite Office Road) Ph 03 925 9904

THE ELMWOOD Strowan Eat - Drink - Play New Menu - Daily Specials Functions Quiz Nights Meetings!

Superb food, great prices.

Ample free parking! Your new local!

1 Normans Road, Strowan, Christchurch Open 7 Days 10am-11pm Ph 03 355 5345 www.theelmwood.co.nz

Indian Bistro & Tandoor

CRAFT ROOM CAFE Heathcote

MAJESTIC INDIAN BISTRO Ferrymead

THE PEDAL PUSHER Addington

Locally owned cafe.

For lovers of homemade fresh food and locally-roasted, fairtrade coffee.

We have good eats, locally sourced crafts and art, and a beaut’ spot for coffee in the afternoon sun on our terrace.

A warm and inviting Restaurant serving scrumptious Northern Indian food. We have an extensive new menu combining with some of your favourite dishes slowly cooked in the traditional way to bring out the true flavours.

Vegan, gluten free, dairy free options available.

Why not book early for your end of year work functions or Christmas get togethers.

Dine In or Pick up and Delivery available.

Delicious Meals, Refreshing Beverages, Relaxing Atmosphere.

Book your pre-show dinner or drinks and enjoy our warm atmosphere and friendly service.

Open: 7 days 11am till late

1/66 Port Hills Road, Heathcote.

Old Maltworks site not far from the Gondola Open Mon-Fri 7.30am-4pm Sat -Sun 8am-4pm

9 Humphreys Drive, Ferrymead Ph 03 384 2310 or text your order to 027 788 5002 www.themajesticfood.co.nz

284 Lincoln Road, Addington Ph 03 335 0095 www.pedalpusherchristchurch.co.nz pedalpusheraddington

PEPPER BRIDGE INDIAN Addington

CREATIVE FOOD Temuka

TWO FAT POSSUMS West Melton

Winter Lunch Special Healthy and affordable lunch options such as Veg, Chicken And Lamb Kati rolls available here Starting from $7.99 Dine-In or Takeaway.

Pepper’s Value Deal $10.00 one main Curry from daily special + Med Rice Add Naan & Soft drink for just extra $3.00.

Get 10% discount for online orders for pick up or delivery through www.pepperbridge.co.nz.

Creative Food, situated on the main street in Temuka next to the Jolly Potter.

Come in for a handcrafted pie, great coffee and delicious treats!

Gold Card Lunches Mon-Fri Mon/Tue Wood-fired pizzas $20 Tues Quiz night - free entry & prizes Wed $15 Burgers Thur / Fri $20 Steak Night Sun $10 Waffles Function Room - fundraisers/private functions Takeaways available

123 King Street Temuka Ph. 03 615 5735 @creativefood2018 @creativefood

Weedons Ross Road, Wst Melton Village Open 7 Days: Sun 9am-late, Mon-Sat 11.30-late Ph 03 421 6481 www.twofatpossums.co.nz

300 Lincoln Road, Shop 9, Addington Mall.

Open Tues-Sat 11.30am-9pm, Sun 5pm-9pm Ph 03 595 0442 www.pepperbridgeindian.co.nz

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UNIVERSO City

YE-CHON KOREAN BBQ Riccarton

We’re back...

Book your functions...

Celebrate life’s milestones with those close to you at Universo.

Indulge in the ultimate experience by securing one of our 3 spaces or the entire restaurant.

Private Events or Corporate Functions

Ye-Chon is a new Korean BBQ spot serving up a generous range of traditional Korean Cuisine in a contemporary setting. The family thrives to serve genuine Korean food but also share their culture with Christchurch. Ye-Chon specialises in “Korean Barbeque”, a dining format rooted around communal values. Their in-house wetaged cuts grilled over charcoals and generous hospitality is sure to keep you craving!

49 Worcester Boulevard Ph. 03 379 5214 www.universo.co.nz

NUMBER FIVE Templeton A huge thank you to all of our customers for all your support we received during COVID-19.

We can cater for morning teas and lunches and also welcome you to dine in or takeaway from a wide range of yummy fresh food and delicious coffee.

Prompt, fast and friendly service!

5 Kirk Road, Templeton Located in the Templeton Medical Centre Ph 021 177 5507 60 20 August, 2020 Metropol

MELTON ESTATE West Melton Visit Melton Estate in West Melton for a wonderful winery brunch or lunch.

Taste award-winning boutique wines.

Ideal for family celebrations and corporate events.

Open Thursday to Sunday 10am to 5pm.

95 Riccarton Road, Windmill Shopping Centre Open 6 Days: Mon-Sat 11.30am-8.30pm Ph 03 341 3314

cnr Weedons Ross & Johnson Roads West Melton Ph 03 347 4968 www.meltonestate.co.nz

THE BIRDWOOD Becknham

FORMOSA Ashburton

Come in to The Eatery for our world famous breakfast board ‘The Birdwood’ and locally made kombucha. Linger for our house roasted coffee and warm service. Open daily 8am-4pm.

Great wine list and Three Boys on tap.

The Pizzeria is your go to place for artisan, hand-stretched, sourdough pizza. Open Mon-Thurs 4pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 3pm-10pm Craft Beer on tap and a stunning wine list.

Winter time can’t stop us from creating more delicious dishes for you. Come and explore our new sparkling and refreshing cocktails on the menu.

See you in Formosa.

76 Malcolm Ave, Beckenham Ph 03 332 3256 www.the birdwood.co.nz

173 West Street, Ashburton Open Mon-Sat Ph 03 308 7874 www.formosainash.com info@formosainash.com

All wrapped up WORDS MELINDA COLLINS

From tex-mex chicken to colourful rainbow veg we’ve got healthy dinners all wrapped up. It’s time to liven up your dinner plate and lunchbox with some inspired wrap fillings.

SPICY VEGETABLE AND PANEER WRAPS

GREEK FETA CHEESE SANDWICH WRAP

RAW FOOD BURRITOS

TEX-MEX CHICKEN PEANUT CHICKEN QUINOA SALAD WRAPS WRAPS

Master Chef Gordon Ramsay turned his talented hand to creating this tasty Indian street food inspired wrap, packed with creamy paneer cheese and chopped vegetables cooked with Indian herbs and spices.

It might just be time to say “Opa!” to this yummy and nutritious vegetarian wrap, which takes its delicious inspiration from Greece, with tangy feta, juicy black olives and saucy marinated veges.

Want a guilt-free option?

Why not give lettuce wraps the burrito treatment with coriander, lime juice, and jalapeño peppers. Avocado, tomato and corn round out these super healthy, gluten-free and vegan raw foods.

Quinoa, beans and chicken make for the perfect protein trifecta.

Remember, protein is filling - so you won’t be reaching for the potato chips a few hours later.

These easy, peanut chicken wraps are a simple and healthy lunch recipe. Use soft flour tortillas and fill with seasoned chicken, crunchy coleslaw and peanuts topped with a slightly spicy, homemade sauce.

SALMON HEAVEN Bush Inn

LITTLE RIVER CAFE & STORE Little River

TASTE OF KIWI Springfield

When you have Salmon on hand you always have a meal or snack sorted.

See our huge selection of NZ Salmon Products – salmon sourced from Stewart Island.

Also in store award winning cheeses, gourmet fruit pastes, pickles and exquisite “Buoni Sapori”- (luxurious flavours the old fashion way!) delights. Gift Packs available on request.

New season West Coast Whitebait coming soon.

We are famous around Canterbury as specialists in rustic home-cooked savoury and sweet foods. We have heaps of great gift ideas in our store, championing all that is local and you will not find a better wine or craft beer selection anywhere on the Peninsula.

A taste of kiwi food, community, and hospitality. Serving delicious cabinet food and lunch menu, gourmet Canterbury pies, local organic coffee, and weekend breakfast!

Great range of vegetarian, gluten free and vegan options.

The only stop you need on the Great Alpine Highway. Come check out the new kids on the block!

Now Open - In the Provedore of the Bush Inn Centre Open 7 Days Ph. 021 184 6113 www.salmonheaven.co.nz

Main Road, Little River Open 7 Days Ph 03 325 1933

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Foodie destination Variety is the spice you’ll find most often at Number Five Café in Templeton. Owner Deb Agnew ensures everyone is welcome and every taste is catered for at her sleek but thoroughly comfortable café.

ou’ll find beautiful cabinet food including gluten free, keto, plenty of fresh healthy options and an amazing homemade sweet range, with scones and muffins made fresh daily. There are also delicious items to order from the menu to make meals a real occasion: the hot roast meat sandwiches and selection of tasty soups are the biggest sellers.

Despite its pristine

appearance, the team is keen to welcome “tradies” in search of takeaway food. “Muddy boots are no problem for us,” Deb says. “You are welcome to leave them on while you choose from our selection of pies and sausage rolls.”

The pies come in chicken satay, the perennial favourites – steak and cheese, mince and cheese, as well as creamy chicken and mushroom. The sausage rolls are homemade and very popular. “We are open from 7am until 3pm, so we can set you up for the day and keep you going strong,” Deb says.

Deb is in the café every day alongside her amazing team. “I couldn’t do this without them – we really pride ourselves on service to our great mix of customers who are all ages, are workers, retired folk, young families, and friends catching up. There is always chat and banter and we love seeing our regulars daily or weekly; they become good friends and they do come up with some wonderful foodie suggestions.”

dinners, smaller weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, fundraisers and quiz nights. There are set menus available, or the talented team is thrilled to work with you to design bespoke cuisine.

Casual dining of pizzas, platters and nibbles is available, or three-course served meals can be tailored to suit your budget.

The Restaurant Manager says, “Our chef is excellent and loves to cover the range from woodfired pizzas or gourmet burgers, right through to high-end dining, where we will bring in ingredients specially requested by our clients”.

Promising good times, good food and good people, Two Fat Possums is the home of very contented Kiwis.

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Good times, food and people Well hello, possums! If you’ve got a party or an event on your mind, there’s no better spot to book than the function room at Two Fat Possums in West Melton village.

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favourite haven for locals and a destination for those craving great food in a relaxed and welcoming milieu, the catering team ensures

every occasion is a delicious success.

The function room seats from 30 to 45 people, and is an ideal spot for pre-wedding

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In your kitchen

LEVEL ONE CAFE & BAR Gather. Mingle. Celebrate.

Book your next ‘thing’ with Level One. With gorgeous grazing stations, platters and a brand new cocktail menu, we’ve got something for everyone.

Get in touch to reserve a date.

Level 1/217 Marine Parade Ph 03 423 3170 www.levelone.nz

THE COTTAGE PANTRY & GALLERY Fantastic selection of dry food ingredients for your pantry.

Gluten free & Organic • Nuts, Seeds & Dried Fruit • Pulses & Grains Flours & Bread Mixes • Herbs & Spices 24 Wilson Street, Geraldine 7930 www.cottagepantry.co.nz

FIONA’S FOOD Delicious nibbles and finger food for your next corporate event.

Specialising in interesting tasty and lovely savoury food.

Fiona’s offers very “real” food that has a casual rustic twist and is very well priced.

Mob 027 229 5671 www.fionasfood.co.nz

HALSWELL BAKERY & CAFÉ Catering for any occasion Work shouts, parties, picnics or just because! Club sandwiches, savouries, filled rolls, slices, cream cakes, birthday cakes & much more. Orders essential.

346 Halswell Road Open 7 days Ph 322 4600 www.halswellbakery.co.nz

OSCARS DINER CAFE Based in Sockburn, Oscar’s bake up a storm each week with an ever-changing variety of cakes, slices, cookies, quiches, gourmet pies, sausage rolls and barista coffee!

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Tile tales WORDS MELINDA COLLINS

Move over white subway tiles, we’re introducing a whole raft of new kids on the decorating block; there’s hexagon, finger tiles, mosaic and stone and they’re rocking a kaleidoscope of colours and textures. We check out some of the latest looks snaking their way across walls and floors.

Mixed geometrics: Geometric shapes made their mark in 2019, but they’re not going anywhere in a hurry. In fact, they’re actually getting more clever and creative than ever before with trapezoid, rhombus and diamond-shaped tiles hitting the homewares sphere.

Pencils and pennies: Pencil tiles or finger tiles – narrow rectangular tiles – are proving popular as accents on walls, while penny tiles – small coin-shaped tiles laid in sheets – are being used for borders, niches, accent strips or whole walls to add sparkle, depth and interest.

Industrial chic: Concrete and stone look tiles are a sleek, low maintenance, easily-installed alternative to actual concrete and stone, pairing beautifully with matte black fittings.

Moroccan magic: Morocco is famed for its vibrant colours and intricate designs, so Moroccan tiles add an exotic touch to the room, either as a wall or floor covering.

Darks arts: Just like the little black dress, a black bathroom is ultra chic.

The dark tones work surprisingly well in small spaces and textured tiles add a sense of drama.

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Make way for a Memphis revival Just like that old adage goes – everything comes back around. Once laughed off as one of many crazy choices of the 1980s, the loud colours and zany patterns of the Memphis design movement have snuck their way back into the Zeitgeist.

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his radical throwback bedroom pays special homage to the Memphis movement. The walls are painted Resene Kandinsky with a grid in electric blue Resene Wet N Wild. The easiest way to achieve the effect is to paint the wall in two coats of Resene Wet N Wild first, then mask off the grid using painter’s tape before painting a couple of coats of Resene Kandinsky over

top. The tape can be carefully removed once the wall is touch dry. Invest in good quality tape for the best results and use a utility knife along the edges of the tape for extra clean lines if you are concerned about the top layer of paint lifting.

Resene Wet N Wild has been continued from the base of the grid on to the floor while the plant pot and vase are painted Resene Jalapeno to play off

the reds in the artwork. The bedside table is in Resene Secrets, a paler and greyer shade of green than Resene Kandinsky to help it contrast the main wall colour, with a drawer in Resene Wet N Wild so that it still ties in well to the theme. The lamp and picture frame are painted Resene Half Black White.

The grid pattern has also been taken on to the duvet

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Mood board: Background in Resene Wet N Wild with A4 drawdown paint swatches (from left to right) in Resene Half Black White, Resene Secrets, Resene Jalapeno and Resene Kandinsky and a vase painted Resene Jalapeno.

cover, pillow and cushions to create a sense of repetition while the ficus adds some freshness and greenery to break up the space yet still feeling undeniably 80s in its own right.

With its eye-popping colours and distinct illustrative style portraying one of the most popular icons of the era, the Bowie Art Print by Anna McKay fits the scheme perfectly and ties the whole look together.

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

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New Zealand Designer Bathroom Suite of the Year

Winning design trifecta A dark and masculine mood and a rustic French-inspired feminine aesthetic have seen Christchurch’s Armstrong Interiors win three bathroom awards at the prestigious 2020 Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) recently.

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aking out all three categories, the Christchurchbased team, led by Angelique Armstrong, was recognised for innovative design and thoughtfully chosen material palettes, which created a sense of consistency and balance across all three bathooms.

Angelique received TIDA’s

New Zealand Powder Room of the Year, New Zealand Designer Bathroom Suite of the Year, and New Zealand Bathroom of the Year awards this month.

She says the powder room and suite were from the same home in Auckland and were completed as part of a full home renovation with a brief to

achieve a “dark and masculine mood”.

She achieved this in both rooms with a clever balance of natual materials, lighting and proportion.

CDK volcanic bluestone is used on the walls, giving a unique textured finish with natural colour variations.

CDK Stones’ Myles Spicer says darker tiles is an emerging trend for clients looking for “a moody, soft feel” with a touch of luxury.

He says natural products not only add earthy, opulent textures but can be manipulated to any desired finish. When it comes to care and maintenance,

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Armstrong Interiors was recognised for innovative design and thoughtfully chosen material palettes, which created a sense of consistency and balance across all three winning bathrooms

CDK Stone is the New Zealand agent for German-based company, Lithofin, which specialises in natural stone care, he says.

The master suite also uses CDK Stone Neolith vanities and shower ceramic panels, cabinetry, benchtop and basins, and the powder room uses a fabricated Neolith trough vanity basin.

Reclaimed 150-year-old French oak flooring ties the master suite together, and rough sawn timber cabinetry creates “an organic, moody feel” in the powder room.

The third bathroom recognised in the awards is, “a rustic French-inspired bathroom with a charming feminine aesthetic which balances tradition with modern comforts,” says Angelique.

“We used a traditional neutral-toned palette with feature tiles, enhanced by dark timber shutters, a custom-made solid oak vanity and cupboard, and brushed nickel Axor tapware and shower fittings.”

The wall tiles have an almost distressed and tiered look, achieved with artfully detailed Crea

Stories and Crea Ash behind the bath and porcelain Pearl Ret tiles for the floor, all supplied and installed by Brymac Tiles to exacting high standards.

Angelique says she has extreme confidence in Brymac Tiles, and recommends its vast range and quality installation service.

General Manager James Thomson says he always keeps Angelique abreast of new styles.

“When I showed her the Crea tiles a while ago, she took them hostage back to her studio to wait for the perfect job to be used – and this is certainly it,” says James.

“It was fantastic to see the end result.”

Angelique says the overall space is very open and easy to navigate, responding to the client’s brief for easy wheelchair access.

The judges were impressed by the attractive balance of traditional and contemporary elements within a highly functioning setting.

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Storylines in the design journey

Impactful architecture works on so many levels, not just outwardly, but also by making connections with people and places. At the heart of any great design is a compelling story, says Craig South of South Architects.

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eing able to tell a story is of fundamental importance to the architectural design process. Doing it well requires responsiveness, patience and a willingness to be open to possibility.

Developing and communicating narratives through design - ultimately expressed as built projects - is both fulfilling and enjoyable. The process is open and informal, involving architect and client in an evolving two-way journey, each building a deeper understanding of the other. The architect’s goal is to gain a complete picture of the client, their goals and aspirations, as well as the key features of site and setting. Effectively, the “story” grows from this into a series of references which then inform a highly personalised design response.

Out of this process, a unifying narrative may emerge to drive the design forward.

It can be inspired by something very simple, like a beautiful natural object or historic artefact, or even a striking geological feature. A good architect knows how to recognise a good design story when it comes along and will use it to give the home texture and shape, as well as an anchor in the landscape.

In our practice, we often find ourselves designing homes that can achieve a specific connection with the surrounding landscape. They may point to physical landmarks or frame a spectacular view.

Environmental factors build the narrative

further with sun and wind, local weather conditions and topography all feeding into the emerging story line.

Many other threads shape the design story too, such as client preferences around materials and colours, along with functionality, environmental and budgetary considerations. The end goal is to create inspiring architecture and an unparalleled experience of home for the client.

It is very satisfying to reach the end of a project with the client expressing a sense of real ownership over their new home. They understand the story behind it, how it all functions and fits together and why their home is so uniquely special to them.

This approach, so very powerful in residential architecture, is doubly useful in commercial architecture, where story telling can form part of the brand message. A clear narrative behind the design will help ensure delivery of great results, whether a stand out hospitality experience or a strongly functional industrial workspace.

There is a balance to be struck between being too literal in a design story versus taking a more subtle approach. Success lies in designing for uniqueness, carefully weaving together elements that are important to the client and relevant to site and project purpose.

Architecture is, beyond doubt, highly subjective. Some buildings are designed for aesthetics alone yet ultimately more satisfying is architecture that carries a story within itself of people, ways of life, of the landscape and the environment.

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New Season Refresh McKenzie & Willis have released their brand new Linen Edit for Spring/Summer 2020.

This curated collection of new designs and ‘best sellers’ will have something beautiful to look perfectly at home in your bedroom.

We caught up with the McKenzie & Willis linen’s buyer, Jill Coleman, to find out a little more about the Spring/Summer Edit highlights and the latest in linen trends.

Who is your Spring/Summer Edit for?

It’s for anyone with a passion for linen! It has something for everyone, contemporary designs featuring neutral accents with simple accessories for a relaxed bedroom to vibrant floral designs for a bold look that will make a real statement. The Spring/Summer Edit is our way of showcasing the latest releases to our collection and perfect timing if you are considering a fresh new look as you start to shed some of the layers ahead of the warmer months.

What are the highlights of the new designs?

Like everything linen, the highlights are completely open to interpretation! In my opinion the bold new patterns by MM Linen have to be a highlight- they will make a statement as the feature piece in your bedroom. The introduction of heavy woven fabrics and plaid designs from Bianca Lorenne is new and a move to a contemporary trend which is different for them. They have also introduced their new feature collection, which is always a highly anticipated release each year, with a nod to Japanese Gardens- ‘Kuren’ is one of their best yet!

The ‘Best Sellers’ is a new feature- why have you included these?

The ‘Best Sellers’ feature pages have been added to showcase our most popular linen designs and accessories to provide a little inspiration if you don’t know where to start or to help with the perfect finishing touch to pair with one of our new designs. We have also included our bestselling linen essentials so anyone starting their linen from the base up can see what features are important in these essential pieces, what makes these particular ones so popular and basically to help take the guess work out.

What trends should we keep an out for this spring/summer?

It would have to be, always choose linen made from 100% natural fibres. Whether that be cotton or linen, find what you like the feel of best and you are making a great choice for a good night’s sleep.

What are the big trends in bed linen this spring?

The wide range gold tones, both as a feature colour and as an accent, is a beautiful trend.

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of this with its opulent gold base and exotic print. Bianca Lorenne provide the perfect accent pieces and finishing touches to this trend, with their stunning cushions and comforters. We are also seeing interesting mixes of colours that aren’t traditionally ‘summery’ with lighter tones. The Mizumi Bedspread by Bianca Lorenne in Dark Prussian Blue is a stunning deep blue which, when paired with lighter colour layers, creates the perfect spring/summer look.

What is your favourite spring/summer trend?

My favourite trend is linen that is calming, comfortable and a little bit couture- and really, what more could you want! This trend is so open to interpretation which is one of the things I love the most about it- it is emotive and personal, design led by your own taste and aesthetic. Cushions can play a big part in creating your couture look with textures, fringing and patterns in your favourite colourway a great place to start. My absolute favourite piece to achieve this look is the stunning silk Migiwa cushion by Bianca Lorenne- pair it with the Tramonto comforter in Antique Gold and you have a winner!

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s a child Jim watched his parents restore old homes. Seeing damaged or degraded buildings restored to their original character - but with modern, high performing materials so they can last a new lifetime - is something he now does for a living in Canterbury.

“Restoring the original character is really important to me, that’s why I got into building - my parents did up old houses and my grandfather was a joiner. I’ve just always loved doing this stuff.”

Jim the Builder is known for its sleek award-winning new builds, including Master Builders House of the Year Golds in 2019 and 2016 for stunning houses on St Andrews Hill and Fendalton, respectively.

And, while Jim and his team thrive on

In a city where many people have been faced with the question of rebuilding or restoring their homes, Jim the Builder’s Jim Stenberg makes the case for choosing to renovate.

Photo by Jamie Armstrong Photography delivering high quality new builds, he also prides himself on getting people back into renovated or restored homes.

In 2015, a restored Sumner bungalow also earned Jim the Builder a Gold in the aforementioned awards.

“It can be quite an emotional journey getting people back into their family homes if they’ve been through the challenges of the earthquake insurance process,” he says. “It can be a long and stressful process and then seeing them come back to a home which they know and love, is hugely rewarding and makes me immensely proud of my team.”

Jim and his team work with architects, engineers, designers and subcontractors to bring projects to life, no matter the scale or

complexity. With in-house project managers, quantity surveyors and a health and safety officer, his team track timeframes and budgets to keep homeowners in the loop at every step, and to ensure all stages of the project align.

He says the team’s business philosophy is building and maintaining relationships with clients. He’ll often be in touch with clients years before their work begins, helping them navigate lengthy insurance battles.

“Building to us is going on a journey with our clients together, resulting in a friendship and even a cheeky beer on their deck from time to time.”

Contact Jim the Builder on 021 444 958 or at info@jtb.net.nz

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he stunning hillside home features immaculate bluestone sourced from the site itself and tessellated throughout the property. Removed and remastered

by Stone Works stonemasons at their Woolston site, the rocks - now returned serve as mosaic cladding on the original side of the home, as patio tiling, dry stone garden walls, and – perhaps most strikingly - as exterior and interior columns.

Designed by Collins and Harman and built in the early 1910s, the two-storeyed residence had an extension added the late 2000s, just in time for the Canterbury earthquakes – which left both the original and new in disarray.

Now, its extensive interior and exterior renovations led by Jim the Builder have preserved the heritage character by adding steel structural supports; a hydronic heating system installed

by Central Heating NZ over 75mm Integra Panels and covered by Calcium Sulphate Ezy Mix screed; energy efficient window glazing, and a Rockcote Integra lightweight concrete façade cladding system.

Company Director Jim Stenberg says the 18-month job required a precarious lift of the house so seemingly endless tonnes of loose rubble could be hand dug from the old foundations and removed via petrol-powered wheelbarrows along a custom scaffolding walkway.

“We had to dig until we found solid

Photo by Jamie Armstrong Photography ground, which was 3.5 metres below floor level. From there, it was essentially a rebuild which also reinstated the house’s original character.”

A character which is most obvious in the gothic-esque stylised blue stone columns and an exterior bay window, which has become an interior feature since the extension was built around it.

Downstairs, a refit kitchen and dining area leads into a collection of sitting rooms: a sunroom with adjacent pergola; a ladies’ lounge with restored wooden panelling, and a gentlemen’s lounge which looks through the original bay window back into the living area.

Inside, the bluestone palette has been

emphasised by Auckland-based interior designer Peter Lloyd, who worked closely with the owners to adorn the home with statement elements. A denim blue feature wall begins in the kitchen and continues upstairs where the master and children’s bedrooms are. A chandelier hangs in the “ladies’ bathroom”. Exquisite tiles line the bathroom.

Glass balustrades run up the internal stairs and along exterior balconies, ensuring the ethereal views along the coast and out to sea, where dolphins are known to chase herrings in the bay below, remain uninterrupted.

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Restoring greatness Do you have a treasured piece of furniture you’d love to restore, but are unsure where to begin? Calling McDonald and Hartshorne Upholstery for a free, no-obligation quote is the best place to start.

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he Christchurch-based re-upholsterers have more than 100 years combined industry experience, specialising in household furniture, re-upholstery, refurbishment, commercial jobs nd insurance work.

Founded by Steve McDonald and Keith Hartshorne in

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The topic of soil doesn’t sound as exciting as talking about stunning strongly-scented roses or a bumper crop of sweet strawberries, it’s actually more important. Terra Viva’s Peter Worsp tells us why.

PREPARATION IS KEY Like most things in life, the preparation determines the end results - and this applies to success in the garden.

The better the soil, the better the results, so avoid the temptation to just rush ahead and bung the plants in.

Plants are just like us – we thrive in the right conditions and we suffer in adverse conditions. If the soil is wellprepared plants get off to a quick start and continue down that path.

So, what makes for wellprepared soil? Digging over to approximately 30cm (about a spade’s depth), breaking up the clods, and adding compost, real blood and bone, a dusting of lime, sheep pellets, and gypsum in compacted heavy soils.

Well dug-over soft soil allows the roots to get out quickly to anchor the plant and draw in nutrients which translates to growth.

One of the top gardens in Christchurch positively glows with health and productivity and the keen gardener’s secret is: “Generous and regular applications of compost”.

Compost adds fertility, improves drainage/aeration, texture, and encourages earthworms whose actions and secretions add to the soil’s quality. Poor, heavy clay soils can be turned into fertile productive soil by adding gypsum and compost. Gypsum breaks up heavy compacted soil, adds calcium and sulphate nutrients, and improves the effectiveness of fertilisers.

Using compost at the same time stops the clay particles sticking together again.

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Most plants have specific fertiliser needs so getting the right fertiliser mix is important. Plants use potash to produce flowers and fruit which is why rose food has a very high potash level; too much nitrogen gives lush foliage growth but minimal flowering. Conversely, lawn food has no potash but high nitrogen to give strong foliage growth, i.e. lawns.

Sheep pellets are still one of the most effective and popular fertilisers, improving fertility, soil texture, and encouraging earthworms.

Soil pH measures alkalinity versus acidity in the soil, with most soil being somewhere near neutral.

However, there is a group of plants which need acidic soil to thrive, including rhododendrons, azaleas, blue hydrangeas, daphne, camellias, and blueberries, and using acid fertiliser will keep them happy. Use a light sprinkling of lime to create alkaline conditions for lavender, delphiniums, lilacs, hostas, and sedums.

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For kitchen and cooking lovers, walking into Total Food Equipment is like a kid walking into a candy store: It’s hard to know where to look. With a gadget for everything from bakeware to cookware, the name Total Food Equipment makes total sense. It is Total Food Equipment owner Sandra McLay’s firm belief when buying cookware, you should buy once and buy right. She tells us her top in store picks.

KITCHENAID MIXER: Comes in awesome colours such as Dried Rose (pictured) or a Fresh Linen shade – yes you read that right. If you were wanting to mix it up, the inclusion of the attachment hub can transform your appliance into a pasta maker, food grinder, vegetable slicer, sausage maker and much more.

Appliances having more than one function is trending.

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Get coffee on the go. If you’re an espresso fanatic and want to be able to whip one out of your pocket - literally - at any time, then this is the machine for you. All you need is ground coffee, hot water and the Nanopresso for a perfect espresso shot every time, and you don’t have to be a qualified barista to do it.

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Thyme to plant WORDS MELINDA COLLINS

We can all benefit from a little more “thyme” in the garden. So we’ve pulled together our top tips for thyme; a kitchen staple that’s easy to grow, low maintenance, and adds a serious touch of taste to stuffings, slow-cooked meals, soups, sauces, pesto and herb breads

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hardy, drought-tolerant herb which can be planted in gardens or pots, thyme comes in a number of varieties, the classic being Thymus vulgaris, with its full, rich flavour making it the popular choice for casseroles and roasts.

Growing thyme from seed can take work, so it’s best to go with seedlings planted in free-draining soil or gravel in spring or autumn.

The popular perennial does best in well-drained soil in full sun, thriving with some protection from cold winds and wet winters.

It loves a good trim postflowering to encourage new growth, and to help your plants last. Once established, thyme won’t need watering and it’s winter hardy, so you can pick leaves year round.

Use thyme fresh, dried or preserved in butter, vinegar or oil.

Pro tip: it can be used to make cough medicine, a hair rinse or a skin cleanser!

Setting the stage We’ve long recognised the importance of first impressions and, when it comes to selling your home, those first impressions really do count.

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taging is a way to put your home’s best foot forward, impressing potential buyers and increasing their emotional attachment to the home, so you get the highest possible price and quickest possible sale.

Andrea and Peter Imboden from Jaz It Up had been selling spec homes in 2016 when Andrea realised it was the styling she enjoyed most.

“We’ve sold many houses over the years and I’ve styled them to get the wow factor.

They’ve all sold really quickly.”

When the professional photographers and real estate agents pointed out this very serious styling skill, the couple decided to go all in and they established Jaz It Up in 2017, doing exactly what the name says.

“Our styling is modern style, personalised and we use pops of colour to make your property stand out from the crowd,” says Andrea.

“Colour attracts attention and interest.”

The couple pride their service on being very reasonably priced, professional and they can turnaround jobs quickly, citywide. “We take a lot of pride in our staging and provide a warm and friendly service.

“When I finish a property staging, it’s got to have that wow factor; that feeling when someone sees a house and thinks, ‘I want to live here’.”

If you need to dress your home in its Sunday best, phone Andrea on 021 026 82796 and Peter on 021 123 4418. www.jazitup.co.nz

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he EQC $300m policy for homeowners of over-cap on-sold properties in Canterbury enabled affected homeowners to apply for an ex gratia Government payment to have their homes repaired. The payment was also available if the same owners had the home, but believed the repairs done post-earthquakes were not satisfactory, or overlooked levelling.

WD Build and Hardy Projects have been at the forefront of this process, helping homeowners get the correct repairs. Recent client Ben McLean is delighted with the result he has

received, “working with company owners Mitchell James and Paul Hardy was so easy – they made the process really straightforward when we didn’t have a clue about what was required.”

The house required foundation repair, partial relevel, new flooring, tiling in the bathroom, internal painting, electrics brought to code, and the underfloor insulation which had been noncompliant all replaced. The garage had its foundations dug out and replaced as well as blockwork repaired.

“The house now looks amazing,” says Ben “and the estimate of four to six

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months work was actually completed in 12 weeks!”

He says with Mitchell and Paul on the job the work was very well planned, started quickly, ran smoothly and was completed to a very high standard.

“I’d recommend W D Build and Hardy Projects to anyone in a heartbeat,” says Ben. So If you need repairs undertaken or advice on where to start, call WD Build or Hardy Projects to book your free, no obligation, meeting and take the first step to getting your home repaired properly.

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Winning by design PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON DEVITT

Dennis Chippindale’s passion for living on hills together with his desire for easy living combine in his own home high above Church Bay, looking across Whakaraupo/ Lyttelton Harbour towards Quail Island and the Port Hills.

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aving lived on hill sites in Wellington, Dennis loved the views but disliked houses spread over many levels. As a Principal Architect at Stephenson and Turner, Dennis was able to design his own home to be single level so “it follows the contours of the site so it is long and thin.”

Artfully blended into the landscape and clad in cedar, the house is barely visible on the hill and from the roadside, “We love that its modernist and extended shape blends in a bit like a DoC hut,” says Dennis.

An outside room provides alfresco living with protection from the muscular easterly wind. Sustainable and energy efficient, the house - which won a 2020 Local Architecture Award - more than twice code for insulation.

The 200-degree view is a favourite, but boulders the size of cars - a legacy of the Mt Herbert lava flow - that had to be shifted, have morphed from a serious construction challenge to an authentic character landscape feature Dennis and partner Sahra love.

The design was realised by residential and commercial construction experts Proceed Building. Director and qualified Joiner Ian Mayer says: “The project had a lot of detail, from the birch ply and cedar panelling, to the oak trusses and maple veneered doors, which required a great deal of skill and time to get the detail perfect.

“The curved bookshelf, bathroom and wardrobe joinery and shelving were made on-site and installed by the team. It was an exciting journey working with clients Dennis and Sahra.”

A favourite characteristic of the build for Ian is the way the house curves into the hillside - that was a complex aspect of the project as well. “It is a beautiful location, however hill-work provides unusual challenges, and the landscape evolves as you work on it,” says Ian. “We are grateful to our experienced team and subcontractors for their dedication and skill put into the project.”

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A Christchurch architect has contributed to Banks Peninsula’s landscape with his penchant for eye-catching modernism.

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im Nees hails from Wellington where he designed his national award-winning family home in the weather-lashed environs of Breaker’s Bay. Since 2014 the respected architect has operated New Work Studio from his Christchurch abode - a juxtaposition of white-painted forms, above the Taylors Mistake landscape.

“My father loved modernism, and he had like-minded architect friends.

When it is what you grew up with, you can’t help but be strongly influenced.”

Tim’s other Banks Peninsula masterpiece recently won a 2020 Canterbury Architecture Award for off-the-grid retreat Houhere with its striking saw-tooth roofline and use of natural timbers.

Now his next client’s dream home is proudly but privately tucked into a rare parcel of Governors Bay land overlooking the harbour. The four hectares are unable to be subdivided, so the amazing site called for a timeless but modern design full of thought and detail, that made the most of the sweeping views.

“My clients had a modest budget, so the new house is a modest 220sqm, with a single cladding type applied everywhere,” Tim says.

“The land was purchased after the original house was destroyed in the earthquakes. Ngāi Tahu was consulted

during the careful excavation, as ancient Māori walking tracks had been recorded on the land.

“The two levels are built on a flat knoll, capturing the afternoon sun, with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the absolutely stunning Lyttleton Harbour views, and the dramatic hilltop silhouettes beyond.”

Garaging wasn’t deemed essential, as the long driveway through native flora provided the perfect hideaway.

One timber has been used extensively, sustainably milled Southern Beech, an untreated hardwood from the West Coast, used in various grades, with a natural oil-based stain for the cladding, upstairs flooring, staircase, ceilings and deck - all sourced from Health Based Building, who also provided the insulation.

“They wanted a really comfortable warm and highly insulated home, with an integrated heat-pump system.”

Tim says it resembles a big wooden boat from the side, with outdoor handrails in rusted Corten steel with an abstract leaf cut-out pattern.

The ground level, with three modest-sized bedrooms, has polishedconcrete slab underfoot with timber ceilings to soften. The main bathroom incorporates a timber surrounded alcove for deep-bath soaks against a watery vista.

A statement open staircase of timber and steel draws the eye up to the spacious open-plan kitchen and living area.

The couple’s bespoke design wish list includes a large laundry and a yoga studio with a framed picture window - creating the ultimate meditative and inspirational retreat.

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A local favourite If you’re looking for a reason to venture over to Sumner, we have just the place for you. The Ivy continues to be a local favourite after six years in business, and just by one visit it’s easy to see why - being greeted by Karen and her faithful golden retriever makes for a pleasant experience.

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he really wishes to thank everyone for the ongoing local support and is proud to say, “The Ivy has been bustling and busier than usual for this time of the year.

“Borders being closed hasn’t slowed availability of our carefully curated range of both imported and locally sourced items.”

The range includes everything from kitchen to garden, books, homewares, clothing and accessories, baby and children’s, and of course, home fragrance.

The shop itself smells divine with a combination of a beautiful range of locally produced and imported candles, diffusers and more including the ever popular Lyttleton Lights candles.

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and weekends 11am to 4pm.

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Dalethorpe House in Darfield is thrilled to have in store these beautiful Guinea Fowl or Pintades as they are called in France. These life- sized ceramic poultry are made of clay and hand glazed. Made in France.

In these times of uncertainty, indulge in one of the many beautiful imported and local fragrance ranges at The Ivy.

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he XV is already a great soft to medium off-road practical package, but now thanks to Subaru’s e-Boxer Hybrid setup, you can throw in economy, too. The 2.0 four-cylinder boxer engine produces 110kW and the addition of a 12.3kW battery pack.

Like most hybrids, it is self-charging and regenerates energy when braking. Subaru’s SLT gearbox perform really well and, with the hybrid package, achieves a claimed 6.5L/100km.

Inside sits a 6.5-inch infotainment display, which could be a tad bigger to be honest.

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The Honda Civic RS Sport Sensing Sedan was one of the biggest surprises of last year. A strong turbo VTEC powertrain, oodles of kit, and great driving dynamics put it on par with the very best in the small sedan segment. Now for 2020, the Civic Hatch gets the RS Sport Sensing treatment, and here is how it stacks up.

he tenth generation Civic has always been striking, and for the Sensing, there are subtle styling tweaks which have a certain whiff of Civic Type R about them. These include a new rear diffuser, lower roofline and 18-inch sports alloys. Oh, and a new sports exhaust.

Under the bonnet sits the same 1.5L turbocharged VTEC four pot in the Sensing Sedan. This means 127kW and 220Nm of torque. In Sport mode, the torque kicks in at low revs when you plant your boot, which makes for a nice surprise when sauntering through the twisty stuff.

Honda’s seven-speed CVT box is back, and performs well enough, though I would love to be able to swap cogs myself. Honda claim fuel consumption of 6.1L/100km. I found myself averaging 7.2L/100km most of the time. Quite frugal indeed, especially in ECO mode. Inside you sit low and snug. The driving position is nigh on perfect

and everything is within easy reach.

The Sensing part of the name stands for Honda’s Sensing Safety package.

This means active cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, lane departure mitigation, and automatic high beam headlights.

Other tech includes Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, reversing camera, parking sensors all round, and a left-wing mirror blind spot camera which activates on the infotainment screen every time you indicate left.

You can cram 340 litres of whatever into the boot and rear seat passengers, providing you aren’t of the lanky kind, can find good head and legroom.

The Honda Civic Hatch RS Sport Sensing is not a hot hatchback, but more a “warm” one. Its level of tech, comfort and the ability to give you a spirited drive on command means this one certainly needs checking out. www.honda.co.nz

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Wagons will always be much cooler than SUVs. One manufacturer whose history is littered with wagons is Volvo. Here is their new V60 Estate T8 AWD R Design, and it is something mighty special.

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On the move, you barrel along in distinct quiet.

Weighing in at 2200kg, it is a hefty fella, but very planted.

and Volvo’s City Safe braking system.

My test car, valued at $114,900, also came with the optional $6500 Premium Pack.

This means tinted windows, full panoramic sunroof, and a rather epic Bowers and Wilkins Premium Sound System, which is the closest you will get to hearing the works of Hans Zimmer live. Pop the boot and you find another Volvo wagon hallmark, space, 529L of it.

On the move, you barrel along in distinct quiet. Weighing in at 2200kg, it is a hefty fella, but very planted. Select “Polestar Engineered Mode” and the barrelling becomes a rapid waft, while no track day hero, the T8 can cover ground in quick succession.

In the bends, her steering is responsive but somewhat lacking in feedback. That said, blasting point to point is not what the V60 T8 is about. Will the V60 T8 R-Design be a big seller for Volvo? Probably not. Is it still a sublime wagon for those who want something totally unique? Absolutely.

he T8 part means a 2.0 four-cylinder petrol engine with supercharging and turbocharging, coupled to a plug-in 64kW battery pack, electric motors, and eight-speed Geartronic automatic.

Power figures of 311kW/670Nm are very generous, and 0 to 100km/h time of 4.5 seconds is sports car quick. Being a plug in, the V60 can run up to 40km on just electric power, ideal for the daily commute.

Outside there are no flashy bits or carbon fibre add-ons here, just subtle details like the “Thor’s Hammer” daytime running lights. The R Design 19inch five triple spoke alloys, front grille, gloss black wing mirrors are the only indication of hidden sporting prowess.

Inside, a very clear and concise 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system greets you. Kit includes Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 360 Reversing Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Information System with Steer Assist, Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keep Assist, Oncoming Lane Mitigation, Park Assist,

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We have all been there. A slight lapse of concentration by you or someone else and before you know it, your pride and joy is no longer factory fresh. Hammonds Collision Centre knows these things can happen, which is why it’s still Christchurch’s leading panel and paint repair shop.

ocated at 46 Battersea Street, Sydenham, Hammonds Collision Centre has prided itself as being the Garden City’s definitive one-stop shop for all things panel, paint and mechanical. From the moment you hand your car to Scott Blackadder and the team, you can be safe in the knowledge of their decades of expertise and awardwinning bodywork know-how.

Whether it’s your faithful Toyota Starlet, or your Concourswinning Mustang, Hammond’s Collision Centre offers body and mechanical repairs, WOFs, servicing, and insurance repairs. Also, if you have just purchased a car which needs a thorough ground up restoration, Hammond’s can do that, too.

Hammond’s also can deliver you to your place of work in the CBD and pick you up again once your vehicle is ready to go. They also have a fleet of loan cars and even e-scooters to make sure your busy life is not interrupted.

So, give Hammond’s Collison Centre a call today on 03 366 1809 and experience for yourself why Hammond’s is the definitive choice for all things panel, mechanical and paint. www.hammonds.nz

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