Metropol - 12 October 2023

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Editor's Note

in with Canterbury Anniversary Day on 17 November. Ticketed events are always popular, so it pays to book in advance, from now on, and the sooner the better.

The hospitality scene has already started to liven up, and it will only get busier with so much to do. Again, if you want to guarantee attendance at any specific restaurant, event, or entertainment activity, dive in now so you don’t miss out.

While we all enjoy a great day or night out, many of us leave the specifics - such as booking or buying a ticket - to the last minute.

What to wear is often on the “last minute list”, however when it comes to fashion it’s also a case of get in quickly or you may miss out.

Show up

Exciting times lie ahead for visitors and Cantabrians, leading into the region’s annual Cup and Show Week, then the festive season.

Fashion, gallops, trots, the agricultural show, and all manner of entertainment will showcase some of the best that Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region o er.

Many of the events only happen at this time of the year, timed to tie

A few supply issues has meant limited stock arriving at some fashion outlets, and late arrivals predicted also.

My advice is to get those race day outfits sorted now (hers and his), book to have a facial before the big day, and don’t forget hair and makeup.

This bumber issue has a few suggestions, so before heading into the busy season, sit down with your Metropol, a glass of wine, cup of co ee, or favourite gin cocktail, and relax. Plan ahead while you have the luxury of time on your side, and do make a list to work your way through.

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FAB FOODIE Tina

A lifetime love affair with food for renowned Canterbury cook, caterer, and tutor, Tina Duncan, came together with the launch of her self-published book, Plated, earlier this month. One of New Zealand’s culinary gems, she talks to Metropol.

Tina Duncan has always had a deep love for cooking for others, around the kitchen table, at dinner parties, or catering for thousands of weddings and corporate events. To mark 60 years of cooking, Tina’s now sharing some of her culinary treats and helpful advice with others, much of it in the form of her most delicious, tried and true recipes.

Today, Tina lives in Christchurch alongside a large family with six grandchildren, and still her favourite pastime is bringing them all together around the table.

Born and bred on a Canterbury farm, her love for food started literally standing under her mother’s apron strings, helping cook for a family of eight.

Dishing up full roast dinners by the age of 10, and dinner parties shortly thereafter, Tina has always gravitated to the kitchen to fulfil her love of food, and to share it with others.

Visiting the United Kingdom in the early 1970s with her sister, Paula, Tina met fellow Kiwi Grant Duncan and started a family journey of her own. “I spent the 1980s poring through Larousse alongside The Australian Women’s Weekly cookbooks, where dinner parties were the perfect testing ground for new and exciting foods from China to India, and when garlic first entered our kitchens in New Zealand alongside the trendy “avocado pear,” she recalls.

Tina and Grant’s life took them from motor racing to farming, travelling and catering. When she started working for renowned Christchurch chef, the late Michael Lee-Richards, in the 1990s, it was a move that finally launched her professional food career.

Swapping her house for a catering business over a glass of wine, Tina operated White Tie Catering for 15 years. A founding director of food Masterclass series Savour New Zealand, she found herself cooking dinner for Antonio Carluccio, Anthony Bourdain, Maggie Beer, Stephanie Alexander, and Sophie Grigson, among others.

The biggest change she noted, during the few decades in the catering industry was moving away from bu ets. “Only the first guests at the table see the food looking its best, and the food can be sitting out for too long. People are up and down to the bu et which also disrupts the dining experience,” says Tina.

Another change has been the move to “alternate plating” where two choices are alternatively placed in front of the guest at the table, for them to swap if they would prefer the other choice.

“I loathe this trend because people don’t necessarily get their preference,” she adds. “Wait sta carry both options to the table and let people choose. At White Tie Catering, we became experts at predicting how the numbers will fall and always have a few extras. It’s e cient and ensures all our guests are happy.”

Challenges along the way have been many; some comedic and some stressful such as the time she forgot to make a wedding cake. “Inclement weather at an outdoor rural marquee, poor behaviour from guests, vehicle breakdowns on the way to an event, disruptions to power, and water supplies drying up at a remote location, are just some.”

Her book shares her greatest kitchen poetry, the recipes she has used to raise her own family around the table, and a few stories.

When it comes to catering, Tina’s preference is always treating it like entertaining at home. “Either be family style (sharing food that’s placed on the table), or a complete plate of food, with no choice. People make the mistake of o ering too many options to try and please everyone. Just serve the food YOU love,” she says.

Plated: A lifetime love a air with food

By Tina Duncan, with a foreword by Maggie Beer

Published by Camberdown Press.

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Arguably one of New Zealand’s greatest sportsmen, and certainly its best golfer, Sir Bob Charles firmly believes his healthy lifestyle has stood him in good stead during his 87 years to date.

Golf has played a major role in his life for many decades, and Sir Bob still plays regularly, both with a set of Hickory clubs dating back to the beginnings of golf, and with a modern set.

Performance wise he loses little with the Hickory clubs despite the latest technology that goes into a modern set of clubs. He still comfortably beats his age in scoring. In fact, on a recent visit to family in the United Kingdom, he shot a 69 at Royal Wimbledon, amazingly one-under par.

His parents were keen golfers, which he says was a good start for a healthy lifestyle. “Dad got down to a 2 handicap, and was also a good cricketer, while Mum was a good rifle shot. They both loved their tennis when I was small living in Martinborough. Tennis and cricket were my other two main sports. I was an opening batsman and leg spin bowler, a bit of an allrounder. I played rugby until an injury when I was 12 ended that.”

His family lived in Greytown, then Masterton until he was 20, and the closeness of the local golf course (less than a mile away) firmly cemented his love of the game. Joining the club as soon as he was of age (15), the young Bob started with a 10 handicap, and was down to 3 within a few weeks. By the age of 17, he was on a plus handicap, dropping to plus 3 as an amateur golfer.

Interestingly, Sir Bob Charles plays tennis right-handed, while with two handed sports, such as cricket and golf, he plays lefthanded.

Always of lean physique, he says that golf is one of the healthiest sports men and women can play. “An 18-hole round can be a nineor 10-kilometre walk.

“Walking 18 holes at least five days a week is healthy exercise. Walking on grass you’re also cushioned.”

Jogging entered his exercise curriculum in 1972, while playing the US PGA Tour with best friend Gary Player. “We were staying together in New York, and he said, ‘let’s go for a run’. So, I did a little jogging. Gary was the epitome of health as far as exercise was concerned. He does 200 push-ups every day before breakfast, that sort of thing. My motto with exercise has always been moderation. I continued a jogging programme on Gary’s advice.

“In the UK we would play tournaments at Turnberry in Scotland, where the hotel is on the golf course and there is a lighthouse on the ninth hole. Two or three times a week during a tournament we would run out to the lighthouse and back, about an eightkilometre run.”

Sir Bob remembers when “senior golf” entered his life, at age 50.

“A big hospital in Los Angeles carried out free health checks, then decided to put a huge truck at golfing events, with treadmills, cycles, weights, and other fitness aids for players to use.

I religiously used that facility for about 30 minutes generally after a round. This went on for many years on tour. Another good aspect about the trucks was they were sta ed with physiotherapists and masseurs who would treat any niggles you might have.”

Sir Bob’s other health regimes? “I enjoyed swimming, and used hot tubs and saunas, which are good for relaxation, after doing my exercises. I generally used the same programme of exercise each time. Everything I did was in moderation, including meals.”

More recently, he started having problems with arthritis in his hands, and could hardly grip the golf club at the end of last year.

“I was prescribed an anti-inflammatory, which helped me quickly, and after a month I weaned myself down to two a week.”

As for his advice about nutrition, “Moderation with red meat, and eat a lot of vegetables and fruit.”

“I have oatmeal porridge with flaxseed oil and seeds like pumpkin. I am also fond of nuts, particularly almonds and cashews. Manuka honey is another favourite.”

“For me, regular exercise, a healthy lifestyle and good nutrition has been the elixir for longevity.

If you are good to your body, it will be good to you back.”

Many Cantabrians will have heard of golfing legend Sir Bob Charles. Metropol writer Neville Idour looks back at how this iconic sportsman stayed fit and healthy during his career.

What’s on

Exciting times are ahead for Christchurch and its surrounds during the coming weeks. Check these out.

OCTOBER ONWARDS

NOW-28 JAN - SURE TO RISE: CANTERBURY WOMEN SINCE 1893

An exhibition of Vivienne Mountfort’s artwork ‘Sure to Rise’, accompanied by archival material, and interactive elements for visitors to celebrate the achievements of women. www.eventbrite.co.nz Search - SURE TO RISE

20-22 OCT - WE’VE GOT SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT

At the Lyttelton Arts Factory, Sally Stockwell is putting on a contemporary theatre gig that takes an unbridled ride through the chaotic world of motherhood with rock ‘n’ roll songs, and stories. www.laf.co.nz

21 OCT - SPRING FAIR

Richmond Community Garden and Avebury House are hosting a Spring Fair. They’ll have the Avebury Vintage Market, car boot, buskers, heritage exhibition, and more.

Spring Fair

11, 15, 18 NOV - NEW ZEALAND CUP WEEK AT RICCARTON PARK

Experience NZ Cup day at its best, get your friends together for a day full of fun with the excitement of high-class racing. racing.riccartonpark.nz

14 & 17 NOV - ADDINGTON CUP WEEK AT ADDINGTON RACEWAY

Come join in celebrating this remarkable day and be part of the magic that is IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day. Tickets on sale now. www.addington.co.nz

15-17 NOV- THE NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW

The Show is your golden ticket to a fantastic event, filled with world-class agricultural technology, and a wide variety of best-in-breed animals.

www.theshow.co.nz

OKTOBERFEST 2023

Celebrate with steins, pretzels, and live music at the annual Oktoberfest celebration. To be held at Two Thumbs Brewing from midday on. tinyurl.com/TTOktoberfest

Coming soon

25 NOV- THE RAY

25 NOV- THE RAY WHITE SAVOUR IN THE PARK

Taste, savour delicious beers, ciders, gins

Featuring AutoMatic The Killers. www.savourmarlborough.co.nz

Taste, sip, and savour delicious wines, beers, ciders, and gins along with gastronomic delights. Featuring AutoMatic 80s & The Lady Killers. www.savourmarlborough.co.nz

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WOW WINNERS TAKE TO THE STAGE

The Supreme Award went to Nelson designer Gill Saunders for her garment, Earthling, making it her 13th WOW placing, seventh award win, and her second time receiving the pinnacle award. Gill was among 15 section and special award winners.

WOW Head of Competition Sarah Nathan says, “The stories behind many of this year’s garments reflect a range of important social issues, making the WOW Show not only a brilliant spectacle but a heartfelt showcase of the human

experience through some of the most outstanding pieces of wearable art in the world. As ever, the judges had an incredibly di cult job. This year, as we watch and celebrate the evolution of new technologies, materials and techniques, there is something very grounding in celebrating a Supreme winner that is 100% hand crafted.”

Earthling is the third and final piece in a wearable art trilogy by Saunders and takes its inspiration from the rising popularity of adult colouring books. Promoting mindfulness in a “world under

increasing stress”, Earthling celebrates earth’s natural wonders in a fun, vibrant, and beautifully crafted garment made from EVA foam, acrylic paint, and wire.

Taking out the popular Bizarre Bra section, were husband and wife team Kristy and David Kirkpatrick, from Tuakau, who created a ‘digger bra’, titled Groundbreaking. The winner of the Aotearoa section was a huge wooden wētā, Child·Hood by welder Craig McMillan, who took his inspiration from growing up on the West Coast.

Here are some of the winners…

The weird, wacky, and the wonderful were all on stage in early October at the 33rd World of WearableArt (WOW) Show 2023 in Wellington.

1. Birth of the Babel Fish, Lynnette Gri ths & Marion Gaemers. 2. Earthling, Gill Saunders, New Zealand landscape. 3. Futuristic Fashion Technology, Fatemeh Delkhah, Iran. 4. SAMURAI Girl, Chiaki Shimizu, Japan. 5. Digital Ascension of Kitsune, Dawn Mostow & Snow Winters, United States.

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Approaching six years in the retail business in Hanmer Springs, Mickey Raes is in full-on spring flower mode, with a multitude of exclusive and colourful ornamental daisies spinning cheerfully in the breeze outside the shop. These long-lasting flowers have been finding new homes at the rate of a daisy a day, reminiscent of Jud Strunk’s folk song.

Owner Wendy Lamont says the Hanmer Springs fete is fast approaching, although currently the village is like a fairy tale setting of quiet and tranquillity. “Locals and tourists, including many Australians, have been flocking back post-Covid-19, and it is lovely to welcome them here. We’re receiving plenty of accolades about weathering the hard times,” she says, making her proud to part of the retail industry.

Crafting supplies are still a large part of the shop sales, for hobbies such as knitting, sewing, quilting, and painting. In store you’ll also find educational interactive books for children, unique jigsaw puzzles, Diamond Dotz, haberdashery, and cross stitch, along with gifts, homewares, baby clothing, and pet accessories. Stock changes regularly, as does the selection of gorgeous wedding accessories, hand-made by Wendy.

Visit the store in the Boulder Point Precinct, at 4/6 Chisholm Crescent, Hanmer Springs, call Wendy on 03 315 5383 or message her via Facebook.

Mickey Raes

Spring is now here, and the long weekends and holiday fever are just around the corner.

A romantic GETAWAY

Hanmer is delightful in any season. Whether you’re an ‘active relaxer,’ or stretching out with a glass of something delicious is more your speed, the alpine air and mountain surroundings let you know you have arrived somewhere special.

Endorsing green initiatives, the centrally located St James Hotel has an EV charger on site.

“We also invite guests staying for more than one night to contribute to our ‘Save a service, plant a tree initiative’,” says manager Harry. “If you forgo daily room servicing for two nights plus, we purchase a tree to be planted by the Hanmer Springs Conservation Trust.”

This elegant hotel is also o ering a variety of specials. The Stay and Explore Package comprises accommodation for two in an Executive Spa Studio, a breakfast for two at a local café, and two adult thermal pool passes.

The Stay and Relax Package gives you some me time, with a relaxing massage for two added to the benefits of the Stay

Explore Package. Book directly with St James Hotel to receive these fabulous o ers and save. The specials are not o ered for Friday and Saturday nights, school holidays and public holidays.

From digging and sifting, to creating scenes for animals and fantasy creatures, building sand castles and creating tracks for toy cars, there’s endless possibilities with a sandpit.

The Canterbury Playcentre Shop has an array of tools, games, and toys that are perfect for sandpits. Some of the toys on o er include stack up cups, spades, drillers, rakes, scoops, sand moulds, and more. They allow children to engage in messy play, and are great fun in the backyard as the days start to get longer and warmer.

“There is also a lot of science that can be conducted in the sandpit,” says shop co-manager Jessamy. “You can look at how the water erodes the sand away, and make a volcano by mixing vinegar and baking soda. You can also look at the di erent textures that form when you put water in, for example, liquefaction forming. There’s lots of science experiments that you can do with the water and the sand.”

You can visit The Canterbury Playcentre Shop at 17 Buchan Street, Sydenham – they’re available for any advice you might need about sandpits.

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Sandpit play offers lots of great benefits for toddlers and young children. It can help to enhance motor skills, spark creativity, and learn in a fun way.

Indulgewhile a

Just eight kilometres from Geraldine, there is a place where you can de-stress from the world in a wood-fired hot tub while gazing at the stars. This is not some fantasy, but the beautiful reality at Fiery Peak Eco-Retreat.

Built just last year, the retreat was designed with the environment in mind. Nestled among trees, you can soak in the stunning views of the mountains and farmland from your plush king bed. Wake up to bird song, and then just relax at the cabin in the sun, or by the fire, or enjoy some of the many activities of the area.

Complimentary bikes are available at the retreat for exploring the countryside, and the nearby roads are quiet for biking or walking. You might like to do a day trip to the Lord of the Rings film site at Mt Sunday, or visit the other delights of the Ashburton Lakes area – Lake Clearwater, Lake Camp, and the Hakatere Conservation Park. Lake Tekapo, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Timaru, and Mt Peel are also not far away.

Numerous restaurants are nearby, or there’s a kitchen and BBQ to cook a meal at your cabin.

Gift vouchers are available including platters, a breakfast/ dinner basket or a honeymooner package.

Email kay@staygeraldine.nz or call 027 358 302.

I couldn’t praise Cameron more highly for his communication - I felt fully informed throughout.

It’s always an interesting line with agents as to whether they’re just wanting a quick sale vs looking after your best interests - without question I was satisfied that Cameron delivered the latter.

With winter over and the promise of warmer days and long weekends ahead, perhaps you may be thinking of indulging in a little personal pampering.

TRUTH OR DARE Waimakariri

Players either share a secret or are challenged to an inventive dare. Notwithstanding its mischievous overtones, Truth or Dare is a playful call to action, that many of the thriving towns in the Waimakariri evoke.

Enjoy a multitude of biking and tramping trails with varying levels of di culty, and make wonderful memories in any of the many campsites throughout the Waimakariri District Council’s reserves, and beyond.

The main towns of Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Oxford, and Woodend, are each bursting with opportunities for family holiday exploits, romantic getaways, and active fun. October is a busy month, with many special events scheduled also. Check these out:

14 October Election Day Market at Loburn School

8am—12pm, 73 Hodgsons Rd.

Cast your vote at the school, and then enjoy the delights of a country market day with delicious food, market stalls, games, and bargains galore.

15 October

THE VINTAGE FAIR NORTH CANTERBURY 11am—3pm, Rangiora Racecourse, 312 Lehmans Rd, Rangiora.

A world of nostalgia and charm at this enchanting Vintage Fair, where treasures from yesteryear come alive. Immerse yourself in a tapestry of vintage fashion, antique collectibles, and timeless home décor.

We’ve all played this game at some point, as and when the thrill of the unknown speaks to the adventurer in each of us.

The Rusty Acre

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28 October

WOODFORD GLEN FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA

6.30pm—10pm, Woodford Glen, 39 Doubledays Road, Kaiapoi

Pack a picnic tea or indulge in a range of food options as a family, and enjoy the racing from 6.30pm, then when darkness falls prepare yourself for one of Canterbury’s best fireworks displays.

31 October SPOOKTACULAR

4pm—7.30pm, Kaiapoi Park, Smith Street, Kaiapoi Gather the family and make the most of an exciting evening hosted by Kaiapoi Promotions Association; action aplenty with fun, games, dress-ups and giveaways to be had.

MARKETS

Kaiapoi Farmers Market: Morgan Williams Reserve, Charles St, Kaiapoi. Every Saturday, 10am—12pm.

Ohoka Farmers Market: Ohoka Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka. Every Friday, 9am—12pm.

Oxford Farmers Market: Main St, Oxford. Every Sunday, 9am—12pm.

Oxford Craft Market: Oxford Town Hall, Oxford.

First Sunday of each month, 10am—2pm.

Rangiora Church Street Market: St John’s Anglican Church Grounds & Hall, Cnr of Church and High Streets, Rangiora.

First Saturday of each month, 9.30am—1pm.

The Delicious Market: 179 Lehmans Road, Rangiora, Mon-Fri 9am—2.30pm

& Gifts/Sculpture Garden/Furniture

Bedhead Hats instore now!

Buying a Lease of a Motel Not Yet Constructed

Occasionally we receive instructions from a developer to seek Purchasers for a motel business (lease) the developer is intending to build.

Advantages of purchasing at this early stage are:

1. There may be the ability to modify the construction in relation to configuration of units, the size of the Manager’s apartment, etc, to have input into the chattels and decorations, carparks, storage facilities and so on.

2. The new lease (usually for 35 years), has value.

3. You can plan the business during the building phase.

4. There may be flexible payment options.

5. The business will commence in smart new premises. Some disadvantages are:

1. Performance is unproven.

2. There is no customer base, so the business will be commenced from nothing, but it may appeal to an experienced motelier.

3. The time to complete construction may be unknown.

Weigh up the options, and decide whether you should buy an existing business, or look to commence a new business – there is a buzz in achieving this!

NATHAN MIGLANI DIRECTOR NZ MORTGAGES

Back in balance

While the weather is taking a bit of time to catch up, the property market has launched full steam ahead into the spring/summer rush that is typical of this time of the year.

With many believing we have reached the peak when it comes to interest rates, the market is starting to move more readily with more properties being released, and open home attendance numbers growing. This increase in enquiry is heartening to see as it indicates a return to balance, rather than the peaks and troughs we have experienced recently.

With more properties coming onto the market, we are seeing the demand for rentals increase and for those who are able to do so, with a move from one of the biggest banks making refinancing the home loan the easiest I have seen in my career so far.

Our experience with non-bank lenders is becoming more prevalent as the number of people who are self-employed grows. Being self-employed is not a limitation to realising your property dreams. Numerous options exist with a number of non-bank and Australian lenders keen to expand their o ering in our local market, ensuring there is more choice in this space than we have seen for a while.

That said, there’s no doubt the cost of living is impacting us all, and NZ Mortgages are very aware that every borrower’s situation is di erent, which is why it is critical to get expert advice when it comes to how you structure your mortgage. It is definitely a situation where it’s better to be proactive.

www.nzmortgages.co.nz

CARLOS KIRI COOK

SENIOR HYBRID WORKPLACE SPECIALIST RICOH NZ

Agile workspaces

Did you know that approximately 64 percent of business premises are the wrong size or designed inefficiently?

Modern workplaces have evolved significantly during the past three years, catering for di erent work styles, hours and needs. Enter the hybrid – or agile –workplace.

Essentially these digitally enhanced spaces support hybrid work forces and also new work styles.

To support those environments, today’s workplace demands require a new approach to organising and right-sizing business real estate, whether you need to bring everyone back, just a few, or to implement a customised hybrid programme.

Why go agile? Recent research showed that many businesses globally are using as little as 20 percent of their o ce space, now that more people are remote working, spaces were found to be the wrong size, or not designed e ciently, indicating huge ine ciencies in use and related costs.

Ricoh NZ designs, configures and rolls-out digital workspaces, enabling business teams to collaborate e ectively and get more out of their day, wherever they work. This also makes it easier to engage with customers remotely using Microsoft Teams and Zoom technology.

It’s not only about big ideas and it’s not only about thinking outside the square. Small ideas are just as powerful. To find out how to achieve big leaps through small steps, give me a call on 027 828 5335.

www.ricoh.co.nz

Seeing the rising number of properties on the market is heartening.

PAUL BROWN SPECIALIST EMPLOYMENT LAWYER

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The law is currently well-settled in this area. A restraint of trade is unenforceable unless the Employment Court decides otherwise. This reflects the reality that every worker should have the right to earn a lawful living, but if that worker wants to earn an un-lawful living, by stealing clients, IP, confidential information, or such like belonging to their boss - then the court will say no, that is unlawful.

This bill has decided only wealthy people should be bound by a restraint of trade meaning if this bill became law, it could only apply to employees earning more than three times the minimum wage. That is currently just over $68 per hour or around $2700 per week, and the maximum period a restraint could last, is six months.

And if you do want to impose a restraint of trade on one of your highly paid employees, you have to pay them half of their average weekly earnings for the length of the restraint. So (using the above figures) that is just over $1300 per week for six months - simply to enforce the restraint.

What absolutely mind-numbing ideological nonsense. This bill completely removes the focus on what restraints of trade are about - preventing unlawful competition - and instead would have you believe only wealthy people need a restraint of trade.

This bill simply makes it uneconomic for most employers to try and protect their business through a restraint of trade. Thankfully we have an election coming up soon.

If I can help you with employment law, email me at paul@pblaw.nz. www.pblaw.nz

MICHAEL JENKINS MARKETING SPECIALIST

Engaging adverts

Social media advertising can be disruptive.

It is common knowledge that social media platforms get a bad reputation for news feeds being plastered with advertising. Adverts that aren’t relevant are shown too frequently, or are just downright annoying, can disrupt your experience.

In my experience, the adverts that capture my attention are ones where I already have an interest in the product and/or service, or those that are creative enough to stop me in my tracks.

Here are a few tips on how to make your adverts more successful:

1. Limiting frequency

Be careful how often you are using the same adverts; there’s a good chance if someone doesn’t stop on your advert the first time, they won’t the second or third time. It’s easy to set and forget by creating an advert and just leaving it to run its course, so always consider altering your ads to find what works.

2. Altering your target audience

One of the main reasons social media advertisements can disrupt a user’s experience is when they aren’t targeting the right audience. Facebook and Instagram have greatly improved their targeting parameters, which means you can target a more specific audience. Finding the right audience is often a case of trial and error.

3. Engaging content

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Sarah McLeod, co-owner of the Halswell and Wigram o ces with Harcourts Grenadier is a testament to that, as she explains.

“I’ve been working in real estate for 16 years. I went from PA, to agent, to manager, to owner, and had some time out to have our two girls. It has been fabulous to be able to change gears constantly,” she says.

Husband Hamish McLeod is also co-owner of the two branches. “If you are considering a change in career or starting out, you’ll find real estate an interesting and long-term choice. It is less about loving property and more about people who are great with people. We find those personalities can be any age or background,” adds Hamish.

With a combined 35 years of experience in the business, Sarah and Hamish are looking to share their expertise by continuing to recruit. “We personally don’t sell property anymore,” says Sarah. “We operate completely in support of agents in our o ces. Plus, Grenadier is the largest Harcourts franchise so you get all of that training and their marketing department expertise. The Harcourts brand opens doors to the entire nationwide network.”

Hamish and Sarah find that life in real estate gives you flexibility because you are operating your own business, and with their support, you have unlimited potential. “Every day is di erent; you never know what will happen.

“It comes down to how hard you want to work,” says Hamish. “New agents often start working with buyers, and they then have access to all of that Harcourts stock to sell.”

Their team sells throughout Canterbury, but the bonus of their o ce locations are that they are surrounded by over 34 subdivisions plus lifestyle properties. “We have a range of properties on our doorstep,” says Sarah.

Sarah’s philosophy is very much ‘do it once and do it right, with complete integrity’. The people focus is what drives her. “It’s about who we meet along the way, doing our best for them, and that’s the reason we come to work.”

A favourite element for Hamish is developing new agents. “I love helping them grow, and seeing their business become something great.

“Recently one of our new agents received the coveted title of Harcourts Canterbury Rising Star of the Year and we are extremely proud of their success.

“Embarking on a career in real estate sales is an exciting journey filled with opportunities to connect with people and achieve both personal and professional growth.”

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The city will have 10 sites glowing in pink, joining more than 60 of New Zealand’s landmarks, streets and prominent buildings in a global campaign to shine a spotlight on the importance of detecting breast cancer early. They are:

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The campaign runs throughout October, ending with Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s annual Pink Ribbon Street Appeal. On 27 and 28 October, 10,000 volunteers will be out in force throughout the country collecting donations for breast cancer research, education, and patient support. The Pink Ribbon Walk is also taking place at North Hagley Park on Sunday 29 October to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s chief executive, Ah-Leen Rayner, says October is the time to show support for the 3500 Kiwis (around 385 in Christchurch) diagnosed with breast cancer every year, and take action to end deaths from breast cancer. “Every donation makes a huge di erence as we receive no government funding for our life-saving work,” Ah-Leen adds.

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THE CHRISTCHURCH BIG BAND FESTIVAL – 19-23 OCTOBER

A five-day music festival of big band and swing dancing fun? Sign us up! Taking place at Labour Weekend, the central city streets will come alive with Big Band style jazz. Featuring 300 musicians in over 20 bands across 60 scheduled performances, there is so much to see.

THE CHICKS – 30 & 31 OCTOBER

Global superstars The Chicks are returning to New Zealand with two shows in Ōtautahi Christchurch at Wolfbrook Arena. After a sellout first show, a second night has been added, so don’t wait to grab your tickets.

Previously known as The Dixie Chicks, the powerhouse country music stars are making their triumphant return to Antipodean shores for the first time in six years with special guest Elle King.

THE CORRS DOWN UNDER 11 NOVEMBER

Irish Celtic infused pop icons The Corrs return to New Zealand this spring with a stop in Ōtautahi. An enchanting mix of traditional Celtic music with a pop rock twist, The Corrs have written some of the biggest songs of the last three decades. Joining them is Aussie pop icon Natalie Imbruglia, the legendary Toni Childs, and Adelaide trio Germein.

FAST5 NETBALL WORLD SERIES

11-12 NOVEMBER

Returning this spring is the exciting FAST5 Netball World Series. Current champions Australia will return to Wolfbrook Arena alongside the FAST5 Ferns, England, Jamaica, South Africa and Malawi. The men’s teams will also be back in action. FAST5 is netball like you’ve never seen it before, with five players to a side, shorter quarters, power plays, and super shots – you don’t want to miss this action!

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A classic Canterbury social highlight that always secures a spot on the annual calendar is the high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment of Riccarton Park Cup and Show Week. Taking place across three magnificent days this November, the region comes together to celebrate all that is great about spring in Christchurch, as well as endless excitement, glamour, and outstanding racing.

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If there is one thing we know for sure about spring in Canterbury, it’s cup time at Addington Raceway. It’s always been a week of celebration for Ōtautahi Christchurch with Addington hosting

Australasia’s biggest harness racing day the IRT NZ Trotting Cup Day. Expect spectacular racing, entertainment, fashion, and of course great food and wine. The week at Addington finishes with Show Day Races on Friday, 17 November.

THE NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW 15-17 NOVEMBER

One of Canterbury’s most iconic events, and fun for the whole family, a day at the show is always a must! From thrilling rides and captivating performances to delicious local food and drink options, there’s something for everyone at the New Zealand Agricultural Show. Whether you’re a seasoned show veteran or a first timer, there’s always something new to discover.

FREESTYLE KINGS LIVE 2 DECEMBER

Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping event that is Freestyle Kings LIVE at Apollo Projects Stadium! This is an action-packed show featuring world class Moto-X riders, led by the legendary Robbie Maddison and the wild Ronnie Mac, as well as FMX world champions Pat Bowden and Robbie Adelberg, plus Kiwi BMX stars Jed Mildon and Ellie Chew. Taking action sports to a new level never seen before, don’t miss this heartstopping experience

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A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Sir Dave Dobbyn live on Saturday 11 November, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai NZ 2000 Guineas Day. All you need is a GA ticket to enjoy the performance after the last race.

Prepare for an unforgettable day on Tuesday 14 November, at the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day. It’s the ultimate fusion of racing, fashion and entertainment. This year Addington is celebrating the 120th running of the cup, and has completely reimagined the event. Exciting features include the debut of The Crossing Cup Day Fashion Marquee, the

THE NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW

The New Zealand Agricultural Show, brought to you by the Canterbury A&P Association, celebrates 160 years of history this year, bringing a touch of tradition

Limited Promenade Hospitality tickets are still available. Riccarton Park’s newest exclusive hospitality o ering, this stylish elevated marquee area has magnificent views of world class racing action, all inclusive food and beverages, and perfect for groups or individuals!

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Christchurch during spring, does it get any better? The city is ON SHOW right now and life is good.

THE NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW 15-17 NOVEMBER 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable time at the 160th New Zealand Agricultural Show. This year is shaping up to be better than ever. With a new covered entertainment area, a VIP tent sponsored by La Croix, and a late-night Thursday full of special events such as Axe Throwing, the 2023 New Zealand Agricultural Show has something for everyone, no matter the weather. The Show is your golden ticket to a fantastic event filled with world-class agricultural technology, top-notch produce, and a wide variety of best-in-breed animals, all while paying homage to the rural traditions that make up the backbone of this country.

Harking all the way back to 1863 (not long after the first European settlers arrived in Ōtautahi), The Show, brought to you by the Canterbury A&P Association, attracts around 100,000 people over its three days. Get there on Friday, Canterbury’s Anniversary Day, to experience the show at its busiest and best.

NEW ZEALAND CUP WEEK AT RICCARTON PARK

11, 15, 18 NOVEMBER 2023

The New Zealand Cup at Riccarton Park is fast-paced, massively spectator friendly, and Riccarton Park is a stunning venue for it, with mature trees, a park-like setting and open spaces. All three days provide spectacular racing, culminating on the 18th with the biggest crowd of the week providing a wonderful finale.

Experience NZ Cup day at its best, get your friends together for a day full of fun with the excitement of highclass racing. Look out for the ZM Entertainment Zone on Saturday 18 November at Martin Collins New Zealand Cup & Barneswood Farm 1000 Guineas Day. Get your party on! This open space keeps you pumped with DJ, food stalls, bars, and bean bags to relax.

The Ned Fashion In The Field, competitions feature on both Wednesday 15 and Saturday 18 race days.

ADDINGTON CUP WEEK AT ADDINGTON RACEWAY

14 & 17 NOVEMBER 2023

Join the crowd at Addington Raceway for an unparalleled experience at the 120th IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day, on 14 November, and Show Day Races on 17 November.

The Public Village, the heart of all the action, has been completely reimagined. Get ready for an array of exciting experiences, including pop-up craft and cocktail bars, DJ sets, a silent disco, tasty food trucks, and prime views of all the racing action from the public lawn. Elevate your fashion game at The Crossing Cup Day Fashion Marquee and Competition, where you could win big - become the fashion royalty of the year and seize the chance to win thousands in prizes. Come join us in celebrating this remarkable day and be part of the magic that is IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day. Tickets on sale now.

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Corbin: Gibson shirt & tie, Cambridge Morse jacket & Interceptor trousers, Ted Baker Oxfords.

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Trelise Cooper Tier to my Flare dress, Ted Baker Alysse shoes, SANCIA bag, Morgan & Taylor fascinator.

Morgan & Taylor fascinator, Acler Hansley midi dress, Ted Baker Arrio earrings, Siren Stop heeled mules.

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November A KNOCKOUT

If nothing grabs you, chances are you won’t enjoy social outings like you should, so it’s time to head out for inspiration. O The RAC has curated an array of stunning collections to carry you through the warm seasons, looking sensational from top to toe.

Give your wardrobe that much-needed makeover with leading labels from Stella + Gemma, Knewe, Mi Moso, Home-lee, Lemon Tree Design, et alia, Garcia, Betty Basics, Fate + Becker, Sass, plus many more.

Managing Director, Renee Green, says more and more people are discovering the store and love its vibe, not to mention its fab neighbours – a cool café, and a hair and beauty salon.

“Parkside Plaza is a destination shopping precinct now,” she says. “People can come and browse these beautiful collections, then pop next door for a co ee before getting their hair done and having a facial. It’s the ideal day out.”

Open seven days and with easy parking, a timely visit to O the RAC ensures that come Cup Day and Show Week, you will be leading the field.

Spring is the season for events, races, weddings, and parties that often start at daylight and continue after dusk.

It is the season for dressing up and feeling fabulous in clothes that remind us that life is beautiful and worth celebrating. Fashionworks has curated some of the most gorgeous collections for the balmy weather ahead, and owner Alice gives a sneak preview of just some of the leading labels currently instore.

Augustine is pure romance in flirty florals, frills and flounces; Amaya is classic cool, with a love of natural fibres; et alia is a touch of French Riveria; and Knewe is fresh, jaunty, vibrant, and ready for fun.

Team any of the above labels with a pair of snazzy sneakers, sassy slides, pretty sandals, or after-five cocktail heels from Django and Juliette, and you are good to go for springtime frolics.

Organise the girls for a country jaunt and head to destination clothing boutique Fashionworks at Hanmer Springs. Somewhere, amongst all those glorious garments, that special outfit is waiting just for you.

Longer days and nights herald more indoor and outdoor events, necessitating immediate scrutiny of your current wardrobe.

Bianca Shirt & Amore Skirt by Stella & Gemma

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Studded Aggie Bag by Antler

EXTRA FLAWLESS EVENT HAIR

With show week coming up quickly and invites to Christmas dos and summer weddings being sent out now, it’s prime time to book in to get your hair done.

Hair can do so much to elevate a look, and renowned salon, Haar Design’s stylists specialise in flawless event hair. Executive stylist Elaine recently completed a course specifically focused on up-dos. Whether you want a sleek look with a fascinator or soft mermaid waves for that e ortless look, the Haar design team will ensure you’re impressed and feel glamorous for your next event.

Peruse Haar Designs Instagram or Facebook to see a range of amazing hairstyles for yourself, including the Best Dressed winner of this year’s ‘The Gala’, Nicola Moss Fitzsimmons (pictured) whose hair was styled by Haar Design’s owner Caro Haar.

O ering a unique ‘event season’ deal, for $160 you can get a blow wave up to 2 times a week every week up till 9 December with senior stylist Holly.

Book via the Haar design website now to make the most of this deal.

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If you’re doing your makeup yourself, here are some tips to help achieve a stunning look. A must-have for Cup and Show day is M.A.C Fix + Stay Over 16hr Setting Spray to finish your look.

PREPARE

Cleanse your face and apply an SPF moisturiser. Make sure you are in a well-lit space for the rest of the routine. Start with yor preferred primer, or try M.A.C Hyper Real Balm to protect the skin barrier.

EYES

Whether you’re going for a bold eye look, or prefer to rock neutral eye makeup, try M.A.C Connect in Colour Eye Shadow Palette for all your favourite neutrals and pops of colour. One way to avoid fallout, is applying your eye makeup before your foundation.

BASE

Apply your preferred foundation with a sponge, as this will ensure a flawless blend. Make sure you blend your foundation evenly on your face, neck and décolletage, being careful not to leave a visible foundation line. Try M.A.C Studio Fix as it’s a great

medium-full coverage foundation, fitting for all seasons and it is buildable. Apply concealer if needed. Set with a translucent powder.

CHEEKS

Use a soft flu y brush to apply your preferred blush over cheekbones, and temples. Use a highlighter, such as M.A.C Extra Dimension Skinfinish Gleamscape on your brow bone. Highlighter on the corner of your eyes will make them look brighter.

BRONZERS

If you love glow, use your favourite pressed or cream bronzer for a radiant, dewy look, and to give your skin dimension. Apply on the sides of your forehead, down your cheekbones, and on the bottom edges of your chin. A well-bronzed face will draw people’s attention to the centre of your face and make its edges appear sharper.

LIPS

The night before the event, apply a nourishing lip balm, such as Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Lip Balm. Apply a lip liner, and top with your favourite lippy. Leave for a matte look, or add lip gloss for a luscious shine.

THE SPORTS Big screen brings all

Do you love watching sport on a big screen along with like-minded sports fans?

There is a new massive screen at the Hornby Club that is well worth a look if sport is your passion. This 5x7m beauty is situated within the club’s Legends Bar, and is regularly used to share the latest sporting events with club members and other patrons. From rugby, to football, Formula One, and Bathurst, all the big sporting events are screened live. This includes Canterbury’s upcoming Cup Week races.

During Cup Week, which is the time that Christchurch really comes out to party, the Hornby Club does more than just share the races on the big screen. It also supports punters with access to

manned TAB terminals, as well as running ra es, lucky loser prizes, best dressed awards. Of course there are also delicious breakfasts and fresh pints to start Cup Day o right.

If sport doesn’t get you excited, the Hornby Club also o ers live music events, a family restaurant, pool room, café, and two children’s playgrounds. In a beautiful and modern facility, the club has a friendly atmosphere and contemporary o erings. It is just $34 to join.

Membership can be completed online at www.hornbywmc.co.nz

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GARDEN tour

The

Aguided Botanic Gardens Tour is the ideal way to see and explore all that this stunning space o ers. The 40-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle travels through the key garden areas, and o ers a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area.

There are plenty of fascinating plants to see and new stories to discover from the live commentary o ered by the driver. The tour also includes three hop-on hop-o stops for visitors wanting to explore the Botanic Gardens in more detail before boarding the next shuttle to continue on the tour.

Tours are open to the public, and private charters are also available for groups looking an exclusive tour option; ideal for gardens clubs, corporate groups, social clubs and more.

See and explore Christchurch’s stunning Botanic Gardens this spring.

PUNT TAKE A

Sit back, relax, and be surrounded by nature on a classic punt ride through central Christchurch. Choose to depart from the Antigua Boat Sheds site to float past the fresh flora and blooms in the Botanic Gardens, or glide through the central city’s lush Avon River precinct from the newlyreopened Worcester Bridge site –both o er equally scenic views.

The 30-minute tours are guided by an expert punter, dressed in Edwardian attire, o ering a considered commentary.

Perfect for couples, families, and small groups, a punt ride is also a fantastic option for a corporate group or social outing, making for a relaxing addition to a busy day’s itinerary.

Gift vouchers are also available, and are a wonderful option for friends and family, or valued employees and clients, to experience a tranquil ride on the Avon.

Botanic Gardens are on show in spring, and it’s the perfect time to see the blooms!

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Spring is an ideal season for punting on the tranquil Avon River; a unique Christchurch experience.

BE PART OF THE ADDINGTON MAGIC

The action starts on Tuesday 14 November with the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day, and continues on Friday 17 November with the Canterbury Show Day Races, both at Addington Raceway, Christchurch.

Marking the 120th running of the New Zealand Trotting Cup, Addington has completely reimagined the 14 November event, with an exceptional array of features.

Check out the debut of The Crossing Cup Day Fashion Marquee, the vibrancy of ZM on the Green with Bombay Sapphire (formally Lindauer Lawn), and a revamped Public Village.

ZM on the Green

Experience the brand-new “ZM on the Green with Bombay Sapphire” at this year’s event – an exhilarating collaboration between ZM and Bombay Sapphire that promises to bring the festivities. Featuring live music, cocktail bars, VIP zone, premier horse racing action, and unforgettable moments, “ZM on the Green with Bombay Sapphire” is poised to be one of the highlights of this year’s Cup Day.

Public Village

The heart of the action, the Public Village, has been completely reimagined. Expect pop-up craft and cocktail bars, DJ sets, a silent disco, food trucks, and prime views from the public lawn of all the racing action.

Fashion Marquee

Making its return after more than a decade, and bringing a fresh dimension to the event is The Crossing Cup Day Fashion Marquee. Addington Raceway CEO, Brian Thompson, says Addington’s commitment lies in pushing the boundaries of innovation and elevating guest experiences. “The introduction of new areas and a redesigned footprint epitomises our dedication to creating unforgettable moments and ensuring our guests enjoy an exceptional time.”

Of course, punters can also enjoy all the racing action from the Public Lawn, with great views of the home straight. Grab a drink, place a bet and cheer your favourite all the way home.

SHOW DAY TROTS

The Show Day Races, on Friday 17 November, o er a fantastic way to celebrate Canterbury Anniversary Day. There are no public surcharges for Show Day Races and entry is gold coin donation.

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A highlight on New Zealand’s sporting and social calendars, Addington Raceway takes the stage for two incredible days of racing, entertainment, fashion, and great food and wine this November.

HOTEL AN EXCEPTIONAL

Chateau on the Park, a Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, welcomes every guest upon check-in with a delicious, warm chocolate chip cookie; a thoughtful gesture that immediately reassures guests they are in the best of hands.

This Gothic-inspired, castle-like hotel imbues visitors with the sense they have stepped into a fairy tale.

As one of Christchurch’s most well-known hotels, visitors are able to unwind in the tranquil settings, with views out over the five acres of landscaped gardens adding to its aura of enchantment.

This is the venue to celebrate the warmer weather and catch up with friends while partaking of a grand and traditional High Tea.

The Garden Court Brasserie o ers unequalled al fresco dining, whether it’s beneath the sun-speckled shade of majestic elms, or on the terrace, surrounded by fragrant rose gardens.

With the beautiful Mona Vale, Botanic Gardens, and Hagley Park nearby for nature strolls, and the city’s shopping precinct a mere 2.9km away, guests are spoilt for entertainment choice.

Christmas cheer is well underway at the Chateau, with Friday 24 November heralding its one-night-only Festive Celebration.

Described as a magical one-night extravaganza, with the Vague As Brothers guaranteed to get diners on to the dance floor, this is the Christmas function you don’t want to miss out on.

The $99.00 per person package includes a free-on-arrival beverage, a pre-Christmas bu et, crackers and centrepieces on tables, and a stunning Christmas tree adding to the setting. Complimentary car-parking at Chateau on the Park underlines that customer service takes priority here - from the point of welcome right through until point of departure.

To make a booking for the Chateau’s one-night festive extravaganza, please contact Sales Executive Vicky at: Victoria.Wills@hilton.com or call 021 973 671

Nothing makes for a more pleasing first impression than an unexpected gesture of sincere welcome.

BET T I N G ON

style

Immerse yourself into the experience that is our luxury drycleaning, laundry and tailoring services.

Maxwells Drycleaning is dedicated to delivering the highest quality services that are also kind to the environment. Our drycleaning and wetcleaning techniques are powered by breakthrough technology and eco-friendly solvents ensuring flawless results for our customers.

We pride ourselves on being the experts for your home and wardrobe and are proud to be Christchurch’s preferred number one drycleaner. We’re committed to quality and attention to detail so if you aren’t satisfied, we aren’t satisfied. If you are not 100% happy with the cleaning or pressing of your item, let us know upon collection, and our experts will reprocess your item free of charge. Guaranteed.

EAT RACE ENJOY

OFF AND RACING

As the days are ticked off on the calendar, and Cup Week draws ever closer, so the excitement builds at the Golden Mile Motels & Tavern in the heart of Templeton.

This place is everyone’s local, especially for people involved in Canterbury racing of both the harness and gallops varieties. The racing fraternity from all around the country love to stay here to enjoy Cup Week because of the ease of access to the Riccarton and Addington race courses.

Owner Murray Hollamby has a keen interest in horse racing himself. He hopes to have a runner in the field over Cup Week while another young horse is being readied for Christmas racing. So Murray is especially keen to greet like-minded racing aficionados with a very busy programme of activities, fun and a great atmosphere.

Our city centre brims with eateries, but a sophisticated spot in the suburbs is perfect for Cup Day with friends.

The Fig Restaurant is an oasis within The Elms Hotel on Papanui Road.

“Cup Week is such a celebratory time, and Christchurch embraces it, unlike most cities in the world,” says Food and Beverage Director Ravi Naidu.

“The Fig is thrilled to be hosting two days of brunch and bubbles that we just know our customers will enjoy. The convenience of a shuttle service to both Addington and Riccarton is a point of di erence, making their experience safe and that much more enjoyable.”

The Fig’s in-house Executive Chef extraordinaire, Mark McCracken has created a menu to transport taste buds and energy levels into party mode.

After a glass of Piper-Heidsieck bubbles, choose from six brunch dishes and four cocktails. Perhaps pick the Marmalade Fizz Cocktail with some FFC - that’s Fig Fried Chicken - or cool down the Huevos Rancheros house smoky beans with a qua able Mimosa. Then it’s o to the races, all for an inclusive $75 per person. Bookings essential.

The hotel is undergoing a fabulous multi-million-dollar facelift, so staying the night, or two, is a sure bet.

Over six days, from Saturday 11 November, everything you might expect from being at the races themselves is available – a Lindauer lawn, live music, complimentary food, great drinks specials, all the action shown live on the tavern’s justly famous crystal-clear big screen, and best-dressed competitions. This is definitely the opportunity to dress up. They have even set up a flower wall as a backdrop for photographs of splendidly dressed patrons.

Check out all the details of the programme on Facebook or the website.

Get ready, relax, and off to the races we go.

SPRING in the city

FOR A THRILLING ADVENTURE

Having fun in nature’s playground is a given in Ōtautahi. For the ultimate experience, Christchurch’s Adventure Park is the place to be.

A treasure trove for thrill seekers and nature lovers, the park options include ziplining, mountain biking, walking, and sightseeing, so you can tailor your experience to suit. For more relaxed options, take the chairlift to the top, or simply walk up to see the views and have a co ee at the Adventure Park Café. For the thrill seekers, race through the valley on the dual zipline tour, or zoom down the many mountain bike trails.

FOR A LONG LUNCH IN STYLE

There is a special place tucked away only 15 minutes from the city that is worth a lunchtime visit. Tussock Hill Vineyard and Cellar Door is a tranquil escape and

a lovely place to spend a few hours. The family-owned organic vineyard is perfectly nestled on the Port Hills, o ering stunning views and a peaceful setting. Settle in for a long lunch and let your worries drift away.

Tussock Hill’s award-winning chef serves a delicious seasonal menu, and the range of dishes champion locally sourced, organic produce. The menu is designed to pair with Tussock Hill wines, and there are also options for wine flights.

FOR BREATHTAKING VIEWS

For some of the best views the city has to o er a trip up the Christchurch Gondola is a must. Discover postcard-worthy views of Lyttelton Harbour, the sparkling waters of Pegasus Bay, the mighty Southern Alps, and panoramic views of the city.

A fun family activity or romantic way to spend the afternoon, the Gondola and Summit Station o ers more than just

stunning scenes. Get your heart rate up and explore the many walking tracks nearby. If relaxation is more your style, take some time to sit back and soak in the views at the Red Rock Café.

FOR ULTIMATE SHOPPING FUN

For a dose of retail therapy, a visit to The Crossing has to be on the cards in time to update your spring and summer wardrobe. Home to a carefully curated selection of stylish shops and dining options, all bases are covered here.

Discover one-of-a-kind shopping with high end and mainstream options, as well as a selection of homeware stores, hairdressers, and even a spa for all your pampering needs. An array of cafés and dining spots make stopping for refreshments a dream.

There’s no better place to enjoy spring than here in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Create special springtime memories and make some time to play in the city. It is all ON SHOW and waiting for you.

Canterbury’s newest destination venue

Just 25 minutes from Christchurch you’ll discover Kirwee, a picturesque destination in the Selwyn District – it’s the perfect place to escape the bustle of busy life and indulge.

Jono and Jen Alve and their team have recently transformed Thirsty Acres from a local country tavern into Canterbury’s newest destination venue; a stunning spot serving up delicious hearty meals, and an extensive drinks menu.

Their focus is on customer service. The friendly team are at the heart of the operation and pride themselves on providing great country hospitality. The restaurant takes inspiration from the surrounding food producers on the fertile Canterbury Plains; they aim to include local produce wherever they can. They believe that dining and drinking should be an experience, and strive to make every visit a memorable one.

The extensive menu is packed with dishes to suit all dietary requirements. From pub classics such as Darfield Village Meats bangers and mash, and beer battered fish and chips, to a range of 55-day-aged, handpicked

beef steaks, there are many delicious options. You can also pop in for just a drink; they o er Underground Co ee, a selection of wine and spirits, and the coldest beer in Canterbury.

Their private contemporary function room is available to hire for any event you may have, or you can book a table for a large group.

With Christmas just around the corner, Thirsty Acres is the perfect location for work or group end-ofyear parties. They o er a standard of hospitality service that is unmatched in a unique location.

If you want to experience the fantastic food, friendly team, and beautiful space, you can stop in on the Great Alpine Highway No 73, in Kirwee. To book in your next function, or reserve a table, you can call 03 318 1814 or head to their website.

Whether you’re looking for somewhere for a staff Christmas party, your next social function, a special event for your retirement village, or perhaps a car club gathering, it’s all about location.

COUNTDOWN IS ON THE

Grab your girlfriends, rally the youngsters, or get the whole whānau together – it is time to get behind the FAST5 Ferns as they return to the court this spring.

FAST5 is netball like you’ve never seen it before, with five players to a side, shorter quarters, power plays, and super shots – this is a tournament you don’t want to miss. At Wolfbrook Arena, the electrifying FAST5 Netball World Series will see the world’s top six ranked teams compete in an action-packed, shortened version of the game that pushes speed and skill to the limits. The men’s teams will also be back in action, and you definitely don’t want to miss the energy they bring to the court.

So whether you are a local or traveling in for the tournament, here is everything you need to know:

WHAT TO WEAR

FAST5 is a full day of entertainment and for the crowd half of the fun is dressing up! That’s right, the bigger and brighter the better. Get creative with your group and see what wild and wacky outfits you can come up with. Hot tip – The FAST5 Ferns team colour is pink. Dress up, dance and be part of the festive partylike atmosphere.

TICKET OPTIONS

Daily Tickets

For those who want to savour the excitement on their own terms, the FAST5 Daily Tickets are perfect. Dive into a day of non-stop action where you can witness all of the fierce competition.

Tournament Pass

Choose the all-access Tournament Pass for the ultimate fan experience. With platinum and premium options, you can guarantee a FAST5 netball spectacle that will leave you cheering for more.

Curiosity Gin Bar

For a little more luxury, watch the games courtside while sipping on a Curiosity Gin Cocktail. Open from 5pm – 7pm each day of the event. Your ticket includes your first cocktail of the evening too.

VIP Cocktail Party

Go all out and secure a ticket to the exclusive FAST5 VIP Cocktail Party at Te Pae. Enjoy two hours of beverages, canapés and a Q&A session with FAST5 team members.

KEY INFORMATION

Date: November 11-12

Location: Wolfbrook Arena

Tickets: www.fast5netball.com

It’s fast, fierce, and a whole lot of fun. The countdown to the FAST5 Netball World Series is on.

A BLOOMING GOOD FETE

There’s no better way to enjoy a day with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fete on Thursday 2 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fete is now in its 14th year.

Attendees can expect a day of relaxing elegance among the spring blooms and towering trees of historic Stover, just 10 minutes north of Geraldine; a working farm that has been in the Mackenzie family for four generations.

The fete is the perfect opportunity to begin your Christmas shopping. There are some 200 high-quality artisan stalls, including homewares, art, garden, and lifestyle items, children’s and other fashion clothing. Here you will also find the stunning Talbot Silver Jewellery collection with its elegant bespoke pieces o ering a chic timeless look. There is also plenty of delicious food to sample, and great entertainment from bands such as The Drama Queens and The Starlets.

There can be few more enjoyable ways to celebrate reconnecting with friends and the community after a gloomy winter than with a Pimms in the sunshine amid the flowers. Put on your best hat and dress for this day of exclusive shopping in a relaxed country atmosphere.

THOROUGHBREAD

Catering

Whether you’re hosting an event or planning a car boot party at the races, the talented team at Halswell Bakery can provide fresh, delicious catering to suit your requirements.

From tasty club sandwich platters, and savouries, to custom-made birthday cakes, donuts, and sweet treats, everything is freshly handmade on site.

With a focus on fast, friendly and e cient service, the team want you to know that they understand how busy life can get, and they’re here to help.

“At Halswell Bakery we’re all about simple, delicious, fresh and wholesome food,” says owner Ruth Buckley. Check out the catering menu on their website, and place your order online.

Spring is well and truly here, and there is a hint of summer approaching.

Pounamu

Pounamu has long been held as a Taonga or natural treasure.

It’s easy to see why this beautiful stone called pounamu has captured the hearts of New Zealanders and visitors alike. The unique range of colours, and smooth, comforting feel of the stone makes Greenstone highly prized. Now, pounamu is revered worldwide.

Based in Ferrymead, Christchurch, The Greenstone Shop’s carving studio has been in operation for over 35 years, open more so to the public over the last four years, producing a wide range of stunning

traditional Pounamu carvings, jewellery, and sculptures.

With so many places targeting the tourist market, Greenstone Shop focuses more on the local people, creating a warm and inviting space to visit for those special gifts. The team at Greenstone Shop says, “Pounamu goes beyond words, its a real gift from the heart.”

With registered Ngai Tahu artisan carvers on site, Greenstone Shop o ers both rebinding services for the cord work on

&Beautytanning EXPERTS

The weather’s warming up, events season is upon us, and you want to look your best.

From glowing skin to beautifully shaped eyebrows, body waxing, and lash lifts, there’s plenty to think about.

Fortunately, Tan in the City Christchurch is a team of highly trained professionals who can take care of all your beauty and tanning needs.

If you’re new to tanning, they’ll take time to assess your needs and choose the right shade for you. Their new 30-minute express tan is a game changer – tan, head home, rinse in as little as 30 minutes for instant colour and satisfaction.

Spray tanning has been owner Jessica Binnendyk’s business for more than 10 years. After the success of her two Auckland stores, she decided to bring her business to Christchurch. Jess says that a perfect tan is something the entire team takes pride in, too.

At Tan in the City, they say that a tan is confidence applied to your skin, and that a tan life is a good life. They’re also the New Zealand distributor for Black Magic Tan, which is alcohol, fragrance, and paraben free, vegan, and hypoallergenic.

If you’re looking for a stunning tan, waxing or beauty, head to their website or reach out to the team to discuss your needs.

pendants and repairs for those chips that happen from time to time.

For those who aren’t based in Canterbury, Greenstone Shop has a wonderful website to find your perfect piece.

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CAUGHT ON CAMERA

This is when fun-loving Cantabrians dress to impress, and socialise and party like there is no tomorrow.

My Glam Booth captures all the magical merriment, wherever it happens – you name the event and it will be there.

Owner Annabelle Hill says the booth has grown lots of fans. “We’ve heard it described as beautiful because of its sleek, discreet appearance.”

Also beautiful in performance, the booth templates can be personalised with a “Tap to Start Screen” for each event, brand, or corporate business. Additionally, all templates or photo overlays can feature the corporate’s branding, ensuring both maximum brand exposure and advertising, as 9 times out of 10, photos are shared on Instagram and Facebook.

The booth’s inbuilt DSLR camera provides high quality images which can be instantly shared via airdrop, QR code, and email. Other outstanding features include a live gallery, updated in real time as photos are taken, which can then be sent by email or QR code via the live gallery link, and a zip file, post-event. A printer is available as an add-on to all packages, for those who’d love a momento to take away.

Fun props, such as glasses and hats, are available, or bring your own for full-on drama.

UNLOCK

ADVENTURE

An exhilarating, real-life adventure game, it involves you and your team being in a specially designed room with the goal of getting out. You’ll work together to crack codes, decipher clues and solve mindbending puzzles to complete your mission before time runs out.

When it comes to escape rooms, look no further than the experts at Codebreakers. They are pros at coordinating fun and complex quests to suit all levels and group sizes. As a bonus, they also o er darts and ping pong to combine with your escape room mission. You can also stay fuelled as you solve various mysteries, thanks to the extensive drink and food menu, which features some delicious pizzas – perfect for sharing.

Six phenomenal themes are available to choose from including Art Heist, The Lost Hut, and The Mindbender. Some even o er two rooms with the same theme, allowing you to race not only against the clock, but also against another team.

You can visit Codebreakers at 166 St Asaph Street. Get in touch with the team at info@codebreakers.nz or head to their website to book in your next group activity.

The countdown is on to our summer events season, and Christchurch is readying for revelry.

If you’re looking for a super fun night out, or a team-building activity, look no further than an escape room.

POWERFUL 25 YEARS

EST: 1998

partnerships

Metropol has partnered with many of Canterbury’s successful and longstanding businesses during the past 25 years. As we celebrate this milestone, we want to highlight some of the people who have trusted us to provide a direct line to their customers. To our valued clients and readers, we extend our heartfelt gratitude, and eagerly anticipate bringing you many more exciting magazines in the future. A huge thank you.

“I’m delighted that our business, Harcourts Gold, celebrates its tenure of 25 years at the same time as Metropol

I have written for the magazine for almost that entire time, and I have a deep connection to it. Looking back, it’s like having an old friend in my corner, through good times and challenging ones.

The feedback I get tells me it’s always well read. It’s a pleasure to have been a small part of the magazine’s big success story.”

“Metropol has provided great exposure of the variety of joinery we manufacture, and the awards we’ve accumulated. We’ve advertised with Metropol since August 2015 and have enjoyed the benefits that come with our adverts and editorials.

The magazine’s circulation reaches a wide demographic and our target market, so this information is getting to the right people. The sta at Metropol have been great, and all communication has been helpful.”

“Metropol provides fabulous marketing, and a personalised service you can’t get elsewhere. The magazine has incredible circulation and makes every advert e ective. With each issue that comes out, I find customers coming in saying that they have seen my advert in Metropol

The team at Metropol are a great group of people to work with, including our area manager Denise, who is always on the ball for what we need.”

Murray Hewitt Owner with Julie Hewitt Murray Hewitt Joinery

Lynette McFadden Owner Harcourts Gold

Delwyn Lanauze Owner Mrs Dentons

TICKLE

BEERING UP FOR SUMMER

Festival season is upon us, and summer is set to sizzle.

This year it’s all about finding the perfect spot to unwind and relax with chilled beers, cider, and Wigram’s own artisan gin. Hangar57 Tap Room at Wigram Brewing Co. opened after Covid-19, evolving from post-Covid bubble beersies to a popular little local craft beer tap room that welcomes any and all to unwind and connect over a beer.

Paul is a great host publican, full of beer and brewing knowledge, keen on a yarn, and as a coaster there’s always a connection somewhere. The atmosphere is comfortable and easy with some regular ‘usual suspects’ giving the taproom its laidback share-a-yarn charm.

Friday nights are full on with food truckers The Gee Spot, a regular fixture with their famous fried chicken or pulled pork burger, a regular Friday meat ra e courtesy of Halswell Butchery, and happy hour $10 pints. A new weekend menu is coming soon. The Hangar has a great outdoor space and can accommodate up to 100 people, making it a great venue for your Christmas event. Head to their website for bookings, or call in, 57 Sonter Rd, Wigram.

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Gin at Brighton Beach House

Brighton Beach House hosted a New Zealand Gin Evening for The Juniper Collective, with gin tastings and delicious canapés.

1. Ashleigh Schuyl, Kerri Lingard, Lydia Kennedy 2. Christopher Correa, Donna Toon 3. Jennie Kimber, Brenda Smith, Melissa MacDonald 4. Danny Lingard, Toby Schuyl, Steven Kennedy 5. Corrin & Sven Bergersen 6. Kath Hunter, Sarah Miller, Kim McCosh, Ange Simpson, Deb Wilson.

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BLOODY MARY COCKTAIL

Known for its tangy, savoury, spicy, and refreshing taste, the Bloody Mary is a classic recipe to have on hand for hosting this season.

INGREDIENTS

1 teaspoon sea salt, or as needed

Ice cubes, as needed

3/4 cup spicy tomato-vegetable juice mix

45ml of vodka

2 dashes of Worcestershire sauce

1 dash of hot pepper sauce

Salt and ground black pepper to taste

1 celery stalk

Tools needed – Cocktail shaker

Optional garnishes

Garlic-stu ed green olives, threaded onto a toothpick

Pickles

Smoked bacon

Lemon or lime wedge

METHOD

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Pour the salt onto a plate. Wet the rim of the glass and press into the salt. Fill the glass with ice.

2 Strain the Bloody Mary into the prepared glass and garnish with celery stalk and anything else you’d like to add.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add the vegetable juice cocktail, vodka, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Taste and adjust spice and vodka to your preference.

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TIP: To make this a virgin Bloody Mary, simply forgo the vodka.

THE WEE SMOKEHOUSE

Share traditional artisan smoked goods with your friends and family.

Smoked salmon is our specialty but you MUST try our smoked duck and venison.

www.theweesmokehouse.nz @theweesmokehouse

Discover Rosso, a tea transformed into a coffee experience. Crafted from premium organic Rooibos and expertly ground for a rich, deep caramel flavour. Naturally caffeine-free and antioxidant-rich Rosso can be brewed exactly like coffee for lattes, flat whites, and cold drinks. Order online now or find local suppliers and cafes offering our products.

www.enjoyrosso.co.nz

AUNTIE NIK’S CAFE

Available for your events.

Coffee (from Crafted Coffee Company), yummy hot chocolate with marshmallows, milkshakes, cold cans of drink, bottled water, also hot chips and hotdogs or anything else deep fried.

Call Auntie Nik: 021 412 746 auntienikscafe@gmail.com

THE FOOD DUDE CHCH

Like what you see?

Come down and try our Tacos, we post our weekly locations on our social media pages.

Need catering for your next event?

Look no further as we can cater for any kind of event.

Find us on FB and Insta

Call Anthony on 022 134 8090

In your kitchen

TRICKETT’S GROVE WALNUTS

Celebrate International Nut Day (Oct 22) with Trickett’s Grove! As the king of nuts, walnuts are a must on your holiday table. Follow our Facebook page @Trickett’s Grove Walnuts and stay tuned for a chance to WIN a basket of our delicious walnut products valued at $75!

www.trickettsgrove.nz

NEUDORF BLACK

Level up your meals with delicious Black Garlic. Easy to use, versatile, and packed full of amazing flavour. Get 10% off online purchases with discount code METROPOL10 valid until the end of October.

www.neudorfblack.co.nz

VINEYARD VALLEY FOOD CART

THE BIGGEST LITTLE FOOD CART IN HURUNUI

Come and try our hand crafted meat pies. Slow cooked shredded meat with Barb’s gravy. Beef, Pork, Lamb, plus Bacon & Egg and our now famous Sausage Rolls. Full range of barista made coffees.

Friday night Fish & Chips 5pm to 7.30pm

Monday - Friday open 4.30am to 2pm

Waipara Junction | Ph: 021 0906 5268

ELLE’S EMPANADA

Want to satisfy your winter cravings? Try our proven and tested delicious Empanada. They come filled with a choice of Chicken & Cheese, Ham & Cheese, Minced Pork & Veggies, or Vegetarian. Combine with your favourite hot chocolate or coffee! Keep warm everyone! 0210 222 5932 75a Mandeville Street, Riccarton www.ellesempanada.co.nz

COUNTRY KITCHEN BAKERY

Country Kitchen Bakery now offers sports supplement drinks with your food for all you hard working tradie or fitness fanatics. C4, Ghost, Optimum Nutrition, Musashi, GFUEL, etc. All the big brands!

Most are priced between $3.30-$6.50

356b Main North Road, Redwood Next to Mobil Garage Ph: 03 352 8111

MRS DENTON’S

MRS DENTONS

MRS DENTONS

THE KITCHEN CUPBOARD

THE LUNCHBOX CATERING CO

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

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

TASTE PASSION QUALITY

Fine. Food. Fast.

Fine. Food. Fast.

We stock quality brands at great prices. Catering for your everyday kitchen needs as well as those specialty items. If we don’t have it chances are we can get it - just ask.

Takeaway Cafe and Delicatessen

Takeaway Cafe and Delicatessen

Mon-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

Mon-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

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-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

168a Kendal Ave, Burnside

168a Kendal Ave, Burnside

Ph. 03 357 4516 027 469 0206

Ph: 03 357 4516

Ph: 03 357 4516 or 027 469 0206

168a Kendal Ave, Burnside

34b Talbot Street, Geraldine P. 03 693 8632 info@thekitchencupboard.co.nz www.thekitchencupboard.co.nz

Our food is handcrafted and delicious. Family owned and operated, The Lunchbox Catering Co is proud to serve the Canterbury Region. For all your event, function and corporate food requirements. 027 269 7616

www.thelunchboxcateringco.co.nz

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR A PARTY

It is the most wonderful time of the year! Join us in celebrating Christmas in style at Crowne Plaza Christchurch.

Savour the delights of the season with our Christmas packages designed to let you relax and relish a festive gathering with your family, friends, and colleagues. The halls will be decked, the carols will be played, and in true Christmas spirit, we will keep the feast coming until you cannot fit anything else in.

We have wrapped up the perfect Christmas gift for you – a variety of mouth-watering menus that will make your taste buds jingle with joy. From our traditional bu et with all the trimmings to the freshest seafood and the most indulgent desserts, there’s something on our menus for everyone – naughty or nice.

Whether you have a small team, or a larger group, leave the planning to us. We have an array of flexible function spaces, bars, and restaurants for you to choose from to set the perfect scene for your festive event. Whether you are looking for a cosy corner to sip away, or a space to dance the night away, we have got you covered.

It’s time to make memories and embrace the joy of the season at Crowne Plaza Christchurch – book your festive gathering with us today.

christchurch.crowneplaza.com/conference-and-events

Classy catering and corporate hosting

It is the gateway to Christmas and summer, but the party can’t start without our event professionals.

Cup and Show week will see the fabulous team at G&T Catering take a deep breath, and take a full immersion dive into all the roles that underpin the party for Cantabrians.

Building relationships and supporting others is central to owner Tom Lawson’s approach. “It is a crazy week, and all of Christchurch Hospitality comes together to support one another,” says Tom, “and we will be involved in events in a myriad of ways.” Addington Cup Day will see G&T duty managers, and food and beverage service sta at the ‘ZM on the Green with Bombay Sapphire’ area. “They will be a key part of making the day fun and safe for everyone,” says Tom.

The team will be creating gorgeous platters for a range of wineries that are focusing on corporate hosting, their chiller trailer will be on high rotation around the city, “and of course we have gorgeous weddings continuing throughout the week at our own venue, Larcomb Vineyard,” says Tom.

Whatever the occasion, using their expertise and keeping it simple for clients is what event professionals do. “We know what works, and at G&T Catering we are a totally solutions-oriented team.” www.gtcatering.co.nz

TomLawson

Dining Guide

CREPES DE LA MONDE Christchurch Central City

There is no need to go to France to have delicious crepes. Visit our creperie situated in The Crossing Mall for freshly made in front of you sweet, savoury, gluten free and vegan crepes in combination with a freshly brewed coffee or tea. Our shop has a warm and inviting atmosphere suitable for corporate meetings, family gatherings and birthday parties. We are open seven days a week 9am to 5pm.

The Crossing Mall, Kettlewell Lane, Shop BO11, Ph. 027 863 5985

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DRAFTER’S RESTAURANT Rolleston

Join us in celebrating Canterbury’s Show week… everything to enjoy from cocktails to platters and more… keep the momentum going either before or after the races, Show Day, or just because… we welcome you to enjoy our venue

NATURALLY DELICIOUS Bryndwr

From our family to yours – we bring you a lifetime of bakery know-how to offer a wide variety of cakes, breads, pies, sandwiches and slices.

Place your order now for Christmas, and look out for Dutch treats from the 1st of December! Shop in-store or online.

51 Tennyson Street, Rolleston

Ph. 03 347 0078

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HEIRLOOM CAFÉ Sydenham

Indulge in a culinary delight at Heirloom, where we craft fresh, ever changing cabinet food & delectable dishes daily. Our baristas brew specialty coffee to perfection. Whether you fancy a flat white or a strawberry matcha latte we can satisfy your cravings. With every sip of our specialty coffee, every bite of our fresh food, you’ll be counting down the days until you’re back at Heirloom.

11/359 Colombo St, Sydenham

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THREE ELEMENTS CHINESE RESTAURANT Wigram

Feel lucky in Every Bite! No need to fly to China when you can go to our lucky new address in Wigram or have authentic Chinese food delivered to your doorstep!

Wide range: stir fried, hot pot, snack, BBQ. Free karaoke or games room with pool table (conditions apply), free children’s play area. Open for dinner Monday 5pm-12am and Tuesday to Sunday 5pm-1am.

88 Hayton Road, Wigram

Ph. 03 341 5935

Find

Fendalton Village

376 Ilam Rd, Bryndwr

Ph. 03 351 0555

Find us on: www.naturallydelicious.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL CULINARY STUDIO (WHITE FANTAIL) St Albans

New! Scavenger Hunt, Chef Cooking

Demonstration and Xmas Lunch - Corporate Team Building/Birthday Event! Engage in our Scavenger Hunt, exploring Chch Central for hidden foodie facts. Afterwards, savour a 3-course NZ demonstrated meal at International Culinary Studio’s kitchen, celebrating your discoveries. Price: $149pp.

Book early for Xmas functions: cro@internationalculinarystudio.com

1/57 Warrington St, St Albans

Ph. 027 5344 149

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FOODIE SCAVENGER HUNT

THINK SEASONAL

Fresh fruit and vegetables are often more available and less expensive to buy during their regular growing seasons, which explains why eateries regularly offer seasonal menus.

Many foodies also adapt their eating to enjoy seasonal produce, swapping out an item or two here and there. For instance, try swapping tomatoes for orange slices or strawberries in a salad.

Spring is a time of abundance for greens such as cabbage, lettuce, and spinach, and also for growing delicacies such as asparagus, avocados, peas, radishes, and strawberries. Citrus is plentiful; think of oranges, tangelos, grapefruit, lemons and limes.

Imported fruits include bananas and pineapples, which are often less expensive in spring.

September to November is also the best growing season in New Zealand for vegetables such as artichokes, beans, beetroot, blueberries, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, carrots, celery, courgettes, cucumber, eggplant, herbs, kumara, snow peas, spring onions, tomatoes, and watercress to name a few.

Many of these are also plentiful during summer, from December to February, along with pumpkin varieties, mushrooms, sweetcorn, and fruits including apples, apricots, berries, cherries, melons, peaches, pears, and plums.

This fabulous event combining a Scavenger Hunt, Cooking Demonstration, and marvellous lunch is a fun way to celebrate Christmas with your team.

Created by The International Culinary Studio, you begin by meeting outside Rollickin Gelato at 98 Cashel Street. “Comfortable walking shoes and a jacket are de regueur,” says Cheryl Cordier, company director, “you walk a 90-minute route, answering cryptic clues along the way. You learn about culinary history and little-known foodie facts about our beautiful city. It’s not a race, you’ll stick together as a team, and bring your bank card in case you would like to support some local businesses along the way or buy a drink or two.”

Meeting back at International Culinary Studio, their expert chefs will demonstrate items on your menu, and then you get to enjoy your delicious lunch! During the meal you will link clues to the menu, to understand how it is created. Your lunch includes a mocktail on arrival, tapas bu et, and a three-course meal. This incredible package costs just $149 per person. “It suits groups of 10 – 35 people and places go quickly, so book now,” says Cheryl.

If you think you have sampled everything Christchurch has to offer, take note!

It’s an organisation that provides a comprehensive range of services and solutions for many matters that affect human health and well-being.

Food & Health Standards should be a well-known household name, but because it works by partnering with district councils across the country it has perhaps been somewhat hiding its light under the proverbial bushel. Now, with new branding and a smart beautifully pictorial website, soon to be launched, Food & Health Standards is proudly proclaiming its existence.

Food safety has always been at the core of Food & Health Standard’s work. Their team of 16 approved verifiers check that the food control plans that are mandatory for every business making and selling food products in New Zealand, are adhered to, so that customers can be assured the products are safe to consume.

Food & Health Standards are the preferred contractor to councils across New Zealand because of their exceptional history and because they have the critical mass of trained sta (verifiers) needed to carry out the work. And there is lots of it – over 1200 verifications every year for the councils. That is hardly surprising when you consider the range of businesses involved in the food industry.

Food & Health has other strings to its bow as well. It is involved with environmental health, with alcohol licensing administration and with building management services.

The latest of its projects has been to establish its own water division known as Aquify NZ, to elevate a work programme

Verify your Food Control plan

that Food & Health Standards has been involved with for many years.

The main goals of Aquify NZ are to protect drinking water supplies, to maintain safe and reliable drinking water along with the improved delivery of waste and storm water.

This will be achieved through essential compliance and monitoring services through a dedicated team of nine experienced specialists. That team has so far tested approximately 20,000 drinking water samples each year.

We are all safer for the work of Food & Health Standards across its various divisions.

Karen Gough Nth Island Regional Manager Ian Shaw Managing Director

Gail Shaw Company Director

CLASSIC KIWI BBQ

A stocked up chilly bin and crispy cheese sausages, nothing beats a proper Kiwi BBQ.

Whether you’re hosting friends and family at your place for an afternoon or a whole Christmas Day cook-up, a BBQ can be an excellent choice. Tasty sausage sizzles, scrumptious kebabs, and an abundance of salads are some things that are key to a classic BBQ.

Almost as much as the food, the area for your BBQ set-up is just as important.

The kitchen is the heart of the home

When only the best will do. Lacanche Ranges have been hand-crafted with the best materials in Burgundy, France, for over 250 years.

Lacanche Ranges may be customised in colour, finish and configuration.

La Maison France is the exclusive importer of Lacanche Ranges.

You’ll want to take time to consider the layout, where will the seating go? The outdoor games? Also, if there might be little ones around, is the BBQ at a height out of their reach?

Many choose the deck or hard concrete to put their BBQ on, a pergola or mechanised shade sail can be installed so that the assigned cook of the day can stay in the shade.

Here are some things that will make your BBQ day even better.

• Chilly bin/ice bucket for beverages

• Tongs for raw and cooked meat

• Sunscreen for everyone

• Smiles, and lots of them

If you put some thought into it, even a simple set-up can make for a great afternoon of entertaining.

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Decorative

Who says twinkly lights are only for Christmas time?

You can get outdoor lights to wrap around trees, porch beams, and along fences to add something special to any evening outside; perfect for a nighttime spa.

For fans of fungi, you can get adorable mushroom-shaped lights to sprinkle around your garden; it will add a nice touch of magic. Many people will be familiar with smart bulbs. Did you know there are outdoor options as well? The same as the indoor ones, smart outdoor bulbs may be controlled by your phone. They display a range of ambient colours, making them an excellent option to cover a variety of settings.

Candles make a good economical choice for setting a mood outside, just beware bugs may flock to the flame and get stuck in the hot wax. Remember also that open flames are a fire hazard.

Functional

You can get lamps that not only produce a nice glow, but that also work at killing mosquitos and bugs in the area, so you can remain bite-free.

Available at most hardware stores, stake lights are great for putting in your garden to light up pathways and prevent a slip. They are usually solar-powered and won’t a ect your power bill. Pool lights make people want to dive in at your next pool party. They also work as a great safety measure to be able to clearly see that everyone is safe.

If you are looking for something more flexible, a large moveable lamp might be a good option, just pick it up and put it in the place you need it. Especially good for those who like di erent spots in their garden.

When it comes to outdoor lighting, whether you like twinkly lights all year round, or need some functional lighting, there is a plethora of options; all of which will inspire you to make more use of your garden in the evenings.

I’M IN THE MOOD FOR

lighting

Whether it’s a romantic night in, an action movie night, sporting occasion, video game session, or just some ambient room lighting; being able to change colours and brightness is very handy.

Nanoleaf has several di erent options available, one (or more) of which will suit any room, home, or décor.

The latest in their range is the Nanoleaf Elements - a set of seven hexagonal, faux woodgrain lighting panels that look stunning in any environment. While only displaying one colour, the Elements can be adjusted for brightness, warmth, and pattern, using the accompanying app, or your preferred home automation system.

They look gorgeous in a bedroom setting (such as pictured above), or in a room with plentiful greenery or neutral tones.

For the more adventurous, Nanoleaf Shapes are a set of nine hexagonal tiles that can display more than 16 million colours in any motion sequence you can imagine.

Either use the app to create your own design, or pick one from a library of thousands uploaded by Nanoleaf users.

Shapes are also touch sensitive, so can react to the lightest touch, and to sound too. This can produce great ambient e ects on movie nights, especially for jump-scares.

Nanoleaf Lines are a set of nine connectable “sticks” that can also display any sequence in any colour, along with having sound activation if you wish. They make a fantastic addition to a gaming or entertainment room.

More than one set can be combined, although multiple power supplies will be needed after a certain amount of tiles is reached.

All wall-mounted Nanoleaf options use 3M removable strips, so you’ll need a few spare strips if you decide to change up your designs. They are remarkably easy to set up too, with the QR code and user-friendly app walking you through the whole process.

Don’t lose the moment getting up to close the blinds and set the mood. Lutron’s range of stylish motorised blinds connect easily with your favourite home automation system. Let the sun shine in, or keep it out, with a simple voice command or app control.

Talk to the team at Soundline today to make your home the place to be for date night! Now, where were we...

Customisable lighting helps set the mood, and enhance the experience of almost any occasion. Metropol’s Gadget Guru Ian Knott explores some very clever options.

Nanoleaf Elements

Nanoleaf Shapes

Nanoleaf Lines

“Alexa... dim the lights and close the blinds”

Congratulations are due for a special Christchurch business success story on reaching their 20-year anniversary in January 2024. As for most Ōtautahi businesses, the last 15 years have been a particularly wild ride, meaning there’s all the more reason to celebrate and share in the joy of such tenacity and success.

Pursuing a reuse, recycle, and repair philosophy long before it became fashionable has been the focus and passion for the team at McDonald and Hartshorne.

“Initially we began in our first shop in Aldwins Rd in 2004, and expanded to a retail store in Manchester Street in 2007,” says Admin Manager Neke McDonald. “Going into retail was no mean feat, and

not without turbulence. The site was expensive and the Global Financial Crisis arrived in 2008.

Our focus has always been reupholstery and reusing; in retail we forged ahead, promoting New Zealand-made with a splash of certain imports.”

The early-morning September 2010 earthquake sent furniture crashing instore, along with the showroom’s big windows. “We began by securing the store, as the pilfering had already started,” recalls Neke. Six months later, the February earthquake took them out completely.

“Looking back, it was a blessing in disguise, although it didn’t feel that way at the time,” says Neke. “As the three of us have always worked this business, we

had to split into separate locations to work for the next 18 months. The reupholstery moved to our storage facility, the o ce moved home, and what was left of the retail was sold or returned.”

In 2013 the team moved to a shared location on Brougham Street, while 2015 saw another shift to a larger shared location in St Asaph St. “The boys kept an eye on next door which is our final resting place, at 424 St Asaph St.

“Together, with our amazing skilled team, we continue to service the greater Canterbury region and the South Island,” says Neke.

McDonald and Hartshorne Quality Furniture Specialists

www.qualityfurniture.co.nz QUALITY FURNITURE SPECIALISTS PHONE 371 7500 OR KEITH HARTSHORNE 027 566 3909

Before After RECOVER YOUR LOVED FURNITURE 424 ST ASAPH ST | RE-UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS

EQUIPPED TO HOST

Consider investing in a selection of beautiful and practical items from Total Food Equipment. This staple home and kitchenware store on Moorhouse Ave is celebrating 14 years in business. Pop in on the 13, 14, or 15 October to see the birthday specials and get double ‘Goody points’ for the three days.

Burleigh

Hand-made in England, Burleigh’s statement design since the 1960s, Calio was inspired by quintessentially English, 19th century indigocoloured fabrics. This design was derived from the early Victorian patterns which had their roots in Chinese porcelain, representing the spring season.

Omada

Omada is a brand of plastic kitchenware made in Italy. The collections are all made with recyclable or recycled plastic. One serving plate = 12 plastic bottles. The products are also said to be unbreakable and resistant to thermal shock, making them suitable for microwaves. Re-use. Re-cycle. Re-Living.

Le Creuset

Le Creuset is an elegant range of dinnerware made in France. A culinary classic, Le Creuset has been loved by cooks around the world for nearly a century. New to it’s colour range is Flint. The Shallow casserole is great for all those one pan meals.

Zone

Attractive, straight forward, and simple design. The Zone knife block can hold all types of knives. The insert consists of hundreds of thin plastic straws, enabling you to place your knives however you want. Simply stylish for any kitchen.

Call 03 366 6912 or visit Total Food Equipment at 218 Moorhouse Avenue.

When it comes to hosting, selecting, and curating, the right kitchenware is crucial to craft a welcoming ambiance for your guests.

New Marbella modular sofas arriving

su er Sleep cooler this

The quality of your sleep has a big e ect on your quality of life, which is why it’s essential to invest in a natural, quality mattress. While many people just accept that they are hot sleepers and put up with poor sleep, what you may not realise is that what’s in your mattress may be adding to your problem.

The use of natural products in your bedding is really important – while synthetic materials compete with one another and cause a lack of breathability and a hotter night sleep, the use of merino will keep you cool all summer and snug in winter. Local company Dreamwool Beds use thick layers of merino wool in all of their mattresses and believe the use of this wonder-product is more than just a feature; it’s a benefit.

“The merino is an amazing sheep,” says owner David Henderson.

“The extremes of climate that it has to put up with ranges from minus 20 deg C in the winter, and up to 40 deg C in summer. No synthetic product could handle those conditions.”

“Merino wool is a unique fibre that has the ability to work in both winter and summer to regulate your sleeping climate. That’s what makes it so great for bedding – its natural, all-around breathability. It’s important to have a good amount of wool in your bed, to give you that natural year-round insulation and comfort. That’s why we put nearly 10kgs into our queen-sized mattresses. Our customers tell us they find our mattresses temperature neutral, and sleep much cooler. We love hearing this feedback.”

The team’s focus is on simple, luxurious mattresses, which are filled with generous layers of soft temperature-regulating merino wool and 100% natural latex or European

pocketsprings. They’re made to be comfortable, breathable and o er conformity. Each mattress is made to order, and fewer than 500 Dreamwool mattresses are produced each year. The knowledgeable team make it simple to find the best mattress for your individual needs. They have thought of everything when it comes to a comfortable night’s sleep and if you head in to the showroom, you’ll be able to see exactly what goes into your mattress and understand the product benefits.

One of the best investments you can make for your future is investing in a better sleep.

Take the stress out of sleep and start to rest easy by stopping by the Dreamwool showroom at 96 Disraeli Street.

As the nights warm up, you may be enduring a hot sleeping environment.

MAXIMISE YOUR GARAGE DOOR’S LIFESPAN

Maintenance of your garage door and opener is critical to ensure its smooth, quiet, and reliable operation.

Aaron and Hilary are the owners of Garador Christchurch and enjoy working closely with their customers. They’ve provided a few tips on how to maintain your door, prolong its lifespan, and uphold its warranty conditions.

Look out for small signs of a larger issue. The door shouldn’t be overly noisy, and it should open and close steadily. There also shouldn’t be a delay between pressing the button and the door beginning to move. Some of these minor issues can develop into bigger problems, especially if you’re opening and closing multiple times a day. Minor repairs are covered in Garador’s regular servicing. Choose a professional over DIY. While you should check your door regularly,

actual work on it should be carried out by professionals. Aside from the risk of causing damage, the large moving door can cause serious injury if you’re not sure what you’re doing. A professional repairer can diagnose any issues and help you decide what solution is best for you.

Adopt a maintenance schedule. You should get maintenance on your garage door 12 months after it’s installed and then every two years thereafter. In between the maintenance, there’s some things you can do to look after the door such as washing it down quarterly with a soft cloth. The parts of your garage door that you should pay particular attention to include the curtain face adjacent to the door head and inside over the top of a roller door.

“We stand behind our service and product at Garador Christchurch and

we file the warranties on behalf of our customers as part of our package,” says Hilary. “We also have a system for the servicing requirements, so we will send you reminders when they’re needed. We’re here to make it as easy as possible for you, and to enable your new garage door to run e ectively and e ciently for years to come. We can make recommendations and will advise you every step of the way.”

As well as being maintenance experts, Garador also install new garage doors and can repair existing doors. Give yourself peace of mind and let the team at Garador Christchurch sort everything out for you.

They pride themselves on delivering quality service and products, including installation of new doors or maintenance of existing systems.

A well-maintained garage door can last up to 20 years longer than one that isn’t maintained, and can ensure you get the most out of your door.

garador.co.nz

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The couch is the family hub, the place where everyone (often including the dog) can sit to relax and spend time together.

Unsurprisingly this makes the couch a place that quickly collects dirt, pet hair, and crumbs, especially if you are a big fan of movie snacks.

When you do your spring clean, add cleaning the couch to the list and with these easy tips, you’ll be able to get it done in no time.

You may have never noticed but it is highly likely your couch has a cleaning code on the tag, take this code very seriously if you care about the future of your couch.

Code w: You can clean the fabric with water-based cleaning solvents.

Code s: You can use water-free solvent to remove the soils and stains or dry-cleaning.

Code w-s: You can clean dirty upholstery fabrics with water

- or solvent-based products.

Code x: You need to avoid using any cleaning agent. Instead, have the upholstery cleaned with a vacuum or by a professional.

Take this into consideration when reading the next tips.

Debris – You need to vacuum your upholstered furniture often. Vacuum your couch using your sti -bristle brush attachment.

Stains – When dealing with tough set-in stains, the best approach is to let the stain remover sink in and then blot it away with a microfibre cloth. Use a soft brush if the fibres are sti . Pet hair – Create a DIY static spray by mixing water with a small amount of fabric softener. Spray this on the furniture and wipe o the fur with a cloth.

If you’re planning on having an aviary, select an aviary that will hold up well in a variety of weather conditions. Also make the aviary secure, so that not only the birds stay in, but so that rodents and cats stay out. Keep in mind that birds need more space than a dog or cat because they need room for flight and exercise.

Always place your aviary near a house window, so you can keep a regular check on your birds and ensure they’re in good health.

Birds love to sunbathe, so also consider placing the aviary somewhere that can get light but is not in direct sunlight.

To feed your birds there is a variety of aviary mixes you can choose from, and you just refill the aviary feeders when they empty.

To ensure your birds stay happy and healthy, take the time to clean the aviary walls once a week.

Birds require daily interaction and attention so avoid leaving them alone too long and seriously consider having more than just one bird, they’ll get bored without company.

Each bird has a unique personality, and some birds can live well into their sixties. Making this (near) forever friend an amazing pet.

DID YOU KNOW

According to Guinness World Records, the oldest confirmed bird is Cookie, a pink Cockatoo that lived to the age of 83 at the Brookfield Zoo near Chicago.

However Sulphur Crested Cockatoos and even New Zealand’s own Kakapo are reported to live 90-100 years or more.

Efficiency plus! Everyone I dealt with was experienced and I was kept up to date the whole way with the job as it progressed. I give this company 10/10 and I have never done that before. Professionals like these people are hard to find and it was a real pleasure to deal with them.

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Keep pets calm

Car travel, vet visits, or home alone on cold rainy days, all cooped up together, can stress our pets.

When owners are o on holidays and pets are removed from familiar routines with the travel, boarding kennels, catteries or house sitters, anxiety levels can soar.

Environmental scents can help anxious, stressed-out pets feel happier. The Pet Remedy essential oil calming formulation contains a highly attractive scent that distracts pets from environmental stress. Pets can detect environmental scents at higher levels than humans, who might only notice a faint earthy aroma, while pets breathe in a heavenly scent of happiness.

Pet Remedy’s Natural Valerian-based calming formulation is suitable for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, horses, and all pets, helping them settle in cars and kennels, and when separation anxiety or multi-animal households create unease.

Pet Remedy:

• Sprays provide fast acting, local calming for all pets in cars or on holiday.

• Handy wipes are useful for vet visits, walks, and attaching to cages.

• Di users are great for cooped-up, stressed-out kitties or dogs.

• Bandanas can attach to dog collars and are sprayed with the calming scent. petremedy.co.nz

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A low-maintenance garden

Do you spend copious amounts of time working hard in the garden, leaving little time to sit back and enjoy it?

We suggest contacting a local gardening business to help you out with landscaping or take on these tips to turn your garden into a low-maintenance garden.

GARDENING TIPS

Group thirsty plants together. Install watering systems to save time watering by hand.

Build or buy raised wooden planters. They will be easier to maintain and save your back from bending over. Avoid hedges and topiary that need regular pruning.

Choose native plants as they will grow with less work.

Give self-watering plant pots a go.

Less lawn = less mowing.

Groundcover plants will give your garden beds a great carpet of textures and act as natural weed barriers.

Climbers are the perfect way to extend your growing space and you can paint or stain the surface before planting for a low-maintenance, high-impact look. Embrace a bit of wildness, if you don’t get hung up on the garden being perfect and emrace the quirks of natural, it will make the garden a lot less work.

Survive IN THE DRY

Canterbury is due for a scorching summer so if you’re planning on planting a garden, it might be worth thinking about drought-resistant plants.

Portulaca

Portulaca is a bright and beautiful low-growing ground cover with succulent-like leaves. They tolerate many kinds of soil but prefer sandy, well-drained soil and love full sunlight.

Dietes

They will adapt to the amount of sun they get but will do best in sunny spots.

Succulents

Not a surprise, succulents can survive a long time without water. Even better some succulents will flower if the conditions are right.

Flaxes and grasses

In Aotearoa, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to flaxes and grasses. There is a huge range available that thrive in sunny, dry conditions. Some are lomandra, libertia, carex, and phormium.

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Nursery Garden Consultations

Experienced, knowledgeable staff will give information and advice via email, phone or in person at Allwood Trees. Send us your landscape plan and we can advise on plant selection.

Soft Landscape Plans

This is a plan with detailed specifications related to your property. Showing both botanical and common names of trees and shrubs, as well as quantites and other relevant comments (eg spacing).

Agapanthus

Even though drought conditions can lead to your most vibrant flowers dying o , that won’t be the case with agapanthus. This flower is so hardy that it has earned an o cial weed status in some regions. Try the miniture varieties.

Rosemary

A delicious smelling, hardy perennial herb. Looks lovely as a garden border or low hedge, and in pots. Rosemary doesn’t require much water, and loves a warm sunny spot.

Agapanthus

Quotations

Send us your plant list and we will quote as quickly as possible. We are able to provide different tree and shrub size options and suggest alternatives if particular trees or shrubs are not available.

Delivery & Planting

We can deliver and plant trees purchased from Allwood Trees. We do everything from digging the hole to staking the tree and adding slow release fertiliser.

Garden Maintenance

We have a great garden maintenance service. We liaise with you regarding any changes required with your garden and can implement a great maintenance programme to keep your garden looking pristine all year.

Landscape Construction

Allwood has a great Landscape construction service specialising in soft landscape work. From planning to completion, Allwood can transform your property.

Succulent varieties

A SPRING PAVING SPRUCE-UP

Often these thoughts aren’t limited to the interior of a house, but to the exterior of a property which may be looking neglected and tired after a long winter. Could it be that new pavers would bring renewed life to an outdoor area? Then look no further than the team at Dragon Stone Paving, led by Lee Squires.

This team has over 30 years combined industry experience covering residential, civil, and commercial projects. For your project you can tap into the skill and expertise of tradespeople who have laid pavers on the paths of Lincoln University, on the Lincoln Road upgrade, on the waterfront at Wanaka, and on the driveway leading up to the beautiful new boutique hunting lodge at Flock Hill Station – to name just a few.

Laying pavers today has developed in sophistication. There are myriads of colours and textures that can be combined together in an endless variety of creative patterns. The Dragon Stone Pavers team have that versatility and gain great satisfaction from coming up with di erent ideas to make your outdoor space stunning.

Business owner Lee Squires says that they are happy to assist with any size of paving job. “We o er a bespoke service from conception to completion to bring that “wow” factor to your property.”

To discuss your project phone Lee on 021 292 2335 or email enquiries@dragonstonepaving.co.nz.

Spring is a time when people’s thoughts invariably turn to cleaning, tidying and upgrading homes.

Te Kaha kai

Due to open in April 2026, Te Kaha is being operated by Venues Ōtautahi (VŌ). Chief Executive, Caroline Harvie-Teare says they’re committed to ensuring Te Kaha is a venue Cantabrians will feel truly proud of.

“Te Kaha, as the last of the 16 anchor projects designed to rejuvenate the central city following the devastating earthquakes of 2010 and 2011, is a genuine symbol of a final stage in our

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recovery as a community and a city,” she says.

The design includes 23 retail food and beverage outlets, encompassing 13 di erent types of retail o erings, with plans that more than 90% of all produce will be sourced locally.

The ground floor and level one concourses will have retail outlets positioned around the entire perimeter, each with an uninterrupted view of the field of play and

access

around the concourse.

Three feature bars within the main GA concourses will have views both on to the field of play and across the city from east and south.

The dual frontage design of the bars will maximise the serving area and ensure swift customer service.

Te Kaha will also contain a premium hospitality lounge, co,prising 23 suites and 104 Open Corporate Reserves (OCRs), with carefully crafted menus.

Experience the quality and style of a Versatile home today

If you are in the market for a new home with pedigree, look no further than Versatile Christchurch’s new show home. With four different home ranges available, we cater to every kind of lifestyle. To find one that suits you, visit our website.

PHIL MAUGER CHRISTCHURCH CITY | MAYOR

Better than ever

Spring is in the air, the weather is warming up and the city is absolutely buzzing.

If I do say so myself, Christchurch is looking better than ever. I was over the moon to see the news that the CBD has become even more of a destination with retail space in high demand.

Big retailers are practically falling over each other to get their own slice of the central city, and looking for a place in the heart of the action.

If you’re looking for somewhere to shop, eat, drink, or do business, our city is the place to be.

It’s hard to imagine, but with the swift progress on our new stadium, Te Kaha, this is only going to get stronger and stronger in the coming years.

And how perfect is the timing. The spotlight is about to head our way throughout this year’s Christchurch On Show season in the coming weeks.

I love showing our city at its absolute best to the many visitors that head to Christchurch for the iconic races during Cup Week and the New Zealand Agricultural Show.

It’s a highlight on my calendar every single year.

This is the season where our city really showcases what it has to o er. Christchurch knows how to host an event.

I encourage you all to get out and about, head into the city, and check out the action for yourself while Christchurch is On Show.

LEEANN WATSON

Looking to the future

For nearly 165 years, we’ve been the home and voice of business in Canterbury, and over the last few years, we’ve been working on what the next 165 might look like.

Our members are at the heart of everything we do, and we wanted to be ahead of the curve in anticipation of the changing nature of membership organisations and the workplace of tomorrow, so next month we will be transitioning to a new fit-for-purpose membership model.

Our new model will enable our members to choose the level of investment that best fits their business, and also o ers them the flexibility to change their membership as their needs change.

Think of it as going from Sky TV to a Netflix model. We have traditionally operated our membership tiering by the number of employees a business employs. Now we will be moving to a model that allows businesses to make a decision about the level of support they need based on their size and stage of business, with the ability to bolt on modules for specific sectors and as their needs evolve.

The uptake across the Canterbury community so far has been great, and we are very encouraged by the level of interest and anticipation from businesses.

I am looking forward to watching the impact our new model will have for our members and the business community in Canterbury - for more information or to learn more about how the Chamber can support your business, please head to our website, cecc.org.nz.

CANTERBURY EMPLOYERS’ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE

ALISON ADAMS CHRISTCHURCHNZ | CEO

PowerUp campaign

Consider this year’s football tournament that was not known as “the women’s world cup”, but simply, FIFA. There was no need to prefix it. The game was being played at an exceptional level, by talented women, creating appointment viewing across Aotearoa and the world.

Recently, a significant mural was unveiled in the city honouring a group of influential wāhine toa of the past to empower the future generation. Created by Ōtautahi artist Kophie Su’a-Hulsbosch and Tāmaki Makaurau artist Janine Williams, the women featured achieved significant milestones for wāhine and made substantial change within our communities. The same day, The Christchurch Foundation’s Kate Sheppard High Tea recognised 130 years of women’s su rage, an incredible event that embodied female empowerment and opportunities for all.

That’s why ChristchurchNZ’s next PowerUp campaign launching in a few weeks is a very timely. Last year, women were identified as one group across Canterbury who were underemployed and underutilised, and PowerUp supported women into work with information, inspiration, and connection opportunities. The focus of the campaign’s second iteration is encouraging women into engineering and STEM roles. In the STEM workforce, only 28% are female. And just 14% of engineers in New Zealand are women.

The changing world needs diversity of thought more than ever before, particularly in tech and science roles. PowerUp is set to grow awareness and empower more women to solve problems and help design our future.

ROSS STEELE

PAE CHRISTCHURCH | GENERAL MANAGER

Event business vital

I have just returned from the Business Events Industry Aotearoa conference, in Blenheim, where all parts of the business events industry meet to exchange ideas and share knowledge.

It started me thinking how important conferences are for the businesses and communities that host them. The ecosystem of events runs deep into our economy. Associations or organisations choose to host a meeting for various reasons – to solve issues, provide training, or continue professional development, share ideas, build their brand, or to engage in business.

These organisations usually engage a professional conference organiser who works with a number of suppliers, including exhibition hire companies, audio visual companies, professional speakers, MCs, theming companies, and florists. They also book venues like Te Pae, and we in turn employ local people and procure supplies, such as food and beverages, from local suppliers.

When events are hosted, delegates come into our city, usually via our airport. They stay at local hotels, eat in our restaurants, meet up at bars and cafés, shop in our retail outlets, and catch taxis or Ubers. Some bring their families and extend their stay, going on to experience our tourism attractions, hire cars, and visit the regions.

Businesses which benefit from conferences, and the people they employ, run deep into our economy. That’s why competition between destinations to target conferences for their cities is so fierce. With some economic headwinds projected (maybe we need a conference to solve this), events are going to be more important than ever as a way of supporting our regional economy. For this reason, Te Pae and our partners need to double down our e orts to bring these events to our city.

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Ōtautahi has been a great centre of women’s achievement and we want to build on that strong legacy.

JETTY OPENS

Closed to the public since the February 2011 earthquakes, the 300-metre long jetty was rebuilt as a community-led project, and opened at the end of September 2023, in time for summer.

Historically, the Christchurch City Council deemed the jetty unable to be rebuilt due to cost, at which stage the community gathered support to save it, and the Governors Bay Jetty Trust was formed in 2015. The trust purchased the jetty for $1 from the council, and has led the ongoing community fundraising e orts, in addition to working through the design and procurement process.

Council came to the party in 2022, committing to funding 50% of the total project cost, which was estimated at that time to be $3.5million. Financial backing by the council allowed the trust to sign fixed-price contracts for construction and materials, at a time when prices were increasing every week.

The trust has raised around $1.5 million of its share of the total project cost, but still needs to raise another $350,000. Currently it is seeking sponsors for the remaining 120 planks, with donations of $600 recognised with the donor’s name or short message a xed to a plank of jetty.

The original jetty was first built in 1874 and extended in 1913 to 300m in length. Built for transportation of produce and holiday-makers between Lyttelton and Governors Bay, its use eventually changed to that of a promenade and for access to the sea for leisure activities.

The new jetty includes modern additions, such as three ramps, two ladders, and a platform to meet the needs of those using it for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and other water sports. HEB Construction and subcontractor, Parfitt Construction, rebuilt the jetty, with Australian hardwood for the sub-structure supplied by local timber merchant - LMA Timber. Some of the deck and all the balustrades are locally sourced hardwood from Little River.

The trust is also working to move an historic boat club house, previously used as the Lyttelton Sea Scouts den, to the jetty site. This will provide an indoor area for training, an information centre, an artists’ studio, and storage for small boats such as kayaks, paddleboards, and dinghies.

For more information visit the website www.savethejetty.org

After 12 long years, the rebuilt Governors Bay Jetty is now open, and once again accessible to the public.

Recently, I was struck so much by the constant use of the word ‘mentor’ that I thought I’d do a gentle dive into the whole topic to answer some questions about something I hold as a very precious and valued act.

Questions like: What does being a mentor involve? What can all parties expect from the relationship? Where can you find a mentor? These are all part of this large philosophical discussion, so let’s enter it together.

A mentor is defined as someone who shares their knowledge, skill and experience to grow another person.

Although it can be a commercial relationship, it doesn’t have to be.

I’ve been a mentor to a significant number of people and it’s been one of the most incredible opportunities I’ve had in life. I can share that some of the relationships were short and precise, while others have lasted years, and they have helped me become a better person just as much as I hope they’ve helped the people I’ve mentored.

At its core, mentoring is a relationship anchored deeply in trust and it can cover anything the party being mentored requires.

The relationship is intended to uplift, encourage, inspire and guide, with the desire for growth in many areas being at its foundation. It can also challenge and caution when that’s needed.

Not only is trust required, respect is also essential given it’s hard to listen

TheValue

of a Mentor

to someone who says one thing whilst doing another or who doesn’t have more than a scraping of knowledge in the field that the mentee wants assistance in.

I’ve had, and still have, world-class mentors.

Thank you, Burt, Paul, Sarah, John and Cam.

They have always uplifted me. I’ve learnt remarkable things about my profession, the world and myself, and I’ve also been pulled into line when the moment required it!

I pay them enormous gratitude and respect, and it’s important that the values you all have are congruent and aligned.

There are said to be three types of mentoring.

Firstly, one on one. For many, this is the favoured kind of space for imparting and gaining knowledge. It also safeguards confidentiality, which all mentoring requires, and there’s something special about being one on one with someone given the busy lives most of us lead. As an aside, this would always be my preference because it means I can focus more intently on the person and the job at hand.

Other mentoring can be conducted at a distance, invariably online, and here the mentor needs to ensure that they test and troubleshoot all devices.

There’s nothing worse than being deep in conversation and then to have a technical issue. It reduces time and

confidence, and given I’m useless at technical rescues I tend to avoid this method. There’s also a reduction in some of the clues you get when you are in a personal one on one and potentially the emotional connection that comes with mentoring.

Thirdly, there are group sessions, which can work for those who learn best in a collective and collaborative way, though it can be noisy and you have to be weary of big talkers versus those that never talk. It can be tricky. A mentor in this space needs to have the skills to bring the best out in everyone whilst having great processes for following up.

So, what haven’t we covered? How about where to find a mentor?

It could be a matter of going online to search and there’s an extensive number of companies and individuals available all at varying price points. There’s word of mouth or recommendations, and there’s also the shoulder-tapping of friends or people you admire and trust.

I’ve tended to work with people as a mentee from that perspective and I’ve never been let down.

So, there you have it. Is it something you want to embrace or consider? If so, I know you’ll find it, as I have, life changing.

Lynette McFadden Harcourts gold Business Owner 027 432 0447 lynette.mcfadden@harcourtsgold.co.nz

TREME X MAN CAVE

MEET THE BUILDER

Creating this awesome new-build man cave proved challenging yet extremely fulfilling for those involved, especially builder Pete Bee of Senna Developments. Pete and his team collaborated and worked with CA Architecture’s Casey Curtis, and Hierarchy Group’s Chris Wheeler to complete the high-end project. Turn the page...

IMAGES by Ashley Bing Photography

Guts and glory in a two-storey

In the quiet of unassuming Lincoln, a bespoke boutique man-cave exists. Why commission a high-end timeless style man-toy mansion, you ask? Furthermore, how does one transform an endearing petrol-head’s metallic mission and rare vintage memorabilia collection, into a lavish, inviting home?

How indeed! When a 1990s relic, requiring a makeover, and a passionate collector’s dream meet, unparalleled design builds are born. The ‘how’ can only be championed by one highly skilled project manager/builder, successfully coordinating dependable sub-contractor teams, namely CA Architecture’s Casey Curtis, and Hierarchy Group’s Chris Wheeler.

Add a boyish grin to 30 years experience, an unrelenting dedication to a client’s vision, and you will come to know Pete Bee, the project leader’s driving force. Building an epic, commercial scale residential project was not without obstacles for this dream collaboration, including structural and height consent time frames, and re-engineering spaces to better fit an aesthetic point of view. The key is an unyielding attention to detail in workmanship.

Manufactured by Finesse Joinery, an internal walkway connects two levels of innovative craftsmanship. Mounted motorbikes, back-lit family photo-walls, and even a VW Camper van converted-DJ booth augment incomparable exclusivity. Inlaid brick, timber and metal, forged by Brent Brownlee at Art Fetiche, merge together in sophisticated curved walls that re-define textured living spaces. Upstairs, a bedroom tucked behind dark oak panelling, opens on to a secluded, decked barbecue and spa entertainment area.

Projects with this level of creative muscle flexing, rarely circumvent a company’s project inventory, twice.

As owners Dean Graham, Liana and family, enjoy their forever home, Senna Developments reflect on the crucial elements that pulled the visual wow factors together. Like good pairings such as cheese and wine, beer and rugby, they simply work better together.

The architectural design mastery of CA Architecture combined with the interior architecture by Hierarchy Group, helped evolve an expansive home structure into the intimate design celebration of what it is today.

“It came down to the use of honest raw materials,” says Chris Wheeler from Hierarchy Group, thrilled at the chance to create exciting ‘discoveries’ within smaller spaces. The buzz of upcycling automotive pieces into timeless decorative finishes allowed the design to evolve fluidly. The freedom for playful creative opportunities

is evident from the build’s conception.

A knowing smile from Casey Curtis at CA Architecture, remembering the sheer scale of an 11 metre apex roof pitch, and the many compliance battles won. The daily fun, sweat, and enthusiasm felt on-site by all parties was palpable, with sometimes up to 100 construction workers present.

When asked what the most enjoyable moments of the build experience were, creative scope aside, the ‘anything is possible’ directive, was the unanimous answer. Rarely are collaborative design teams entrusted to the level that Dean and Liana extended. Special moments exchanged in the communication process, are fondly remembered of a teary-eyed owner, overwhelmed with joy.

Senna’s legacy is far-reaching, from their involvement in initial earthquake home repairs to today’s ‘business as usual’, with brand new builds or renovation

projects all around Christchurch.

Adaptability to changing trends is essential to progressing business into new markets, allowing Senna Developments to continuously help Kiwis achieve the quality homes they deserve.

Prospective clients can now look forward to additional new build options with the company’s “The Living POD”, an a ordable high-end tiny home initiative. Perfectly functional for living, working, and playing in, this architecturally designed 35m2, ecofriendly POD is a self-contained modular home which is currently in its final stages of engineering and design. The Living Pod is uniquely versatile, conveniently exploring the comfort of cosy living, or potential profitability as an Airbnb.

To explore all building possibilities, call Pete on 021 794 945.

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Detail: A bedroom tucked behind dark oak panelling

NEW YEAR, NEW KITCHEN

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and somewhere you’re likely to spend a lot of time; therefore you should love what you see

Soon it will be 2024, and if you’ve been putting o updating your kitchen then it’s time to get to it and start next year o on the right foot.

While starting the process can be daunting, working with someone such as Kitchen Concepts to collaborate with an expert designer that understands your needs, and have the process handled for you from design to in-house manufacturing and installation, will make it easy for you –they can take care of every step.

“We have a great team of tradespeople that will coordinate everything,” says Glen Kelman of Kitchen Concepts. “A lot of people don’t know where to start when it comes to doing a kitchen renovation, so the fact that we have a trusted team that can quote and deliver on every job makes a huge di erence – especially coming up

to this busy time of year.”

Christmas is sneaking up this year and it’s time to start thinking about getting those last-minute Christmas orders in for your kitchen redo – perhaps it would make a lovely gift for someone special. The first step in the process is to book in for a complimentary consultation where the team will closely listen to your needs and design preferences, before working collaboratively with you to combine your vision with their expertise to create a customised plan that will bring your dream kitchen to life.

When chatting with the team, they’ll be able to make recommendations based on current trends and their knowledge to create a beautiful and practical space. They can also manage everything right through to install, so no need to stress on your end.

“We have three amazing designers here that we pick and choose who would fit the client the best, and the project as well. We have the experience and people to back it all up and do a good job.”

There may be limited spaces available for new kitchens before Christmas, so if your kitchens not up to scratch for the big day, now is the time to get in touch. You can head to the showroom and chat with one of Kitchen Concepts’ talented designers, who can get the ball rolling for you.

If you are ready to start your renovation journey, contact the team at Kitchen Concepts today to discuss what you want. Email the team at o ce@kitchenconcepts. co.nz, or pop by their Waltham studio. kitchenconcepts.co.nz

Museum update

The Canterbury Museum’s redevelopment has been given a $10 million funding boost through the Government’s Regional Culture and Heritage Fund.

The museum will use the funding to build the base-isolated basement and storerooms which house the collections of regional, national, and international importance.

The contribution means that the museum has now secured more than $160 million of the $175 million needed for the construction phase of the redevelopment. This means it can finance construction through to 2026, giving space to raise the remaining $15 million to complete the building construction and fit out and a further $28 to $30 million for the new exhibitions and displays.

Further funding for the five-year redevelopment will be sourced through grants, philanthropic giving, and community fundraising.

The museum is being built in several overlapping phases, with a timeline to reopen at Rolleston Avenue towards the end of 2028.

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info centre NEW VISITOR

The former post o ce building, above, is currently going through a major renovation and transformation. ChristchurchNZ worked with Christchurch City Council and New Zealand’s Visitor Information Network (VIN) to consider an appropriate geographic area for the central city isite to be located. This followed the lifting of the Covid-19 border closures, that had resulted in the closing of the previous isite. This work considered future city developments, transport options and also visitor flows.

Visitors will soon be able to get information from the restored former post o ce, right in the heart of the city. The location is highly convenient for visitors, surrounded by central city hotels, located by public transport, and bus drop-o locations, a tram stop, and near Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, Tūranga Central Library, and in the future the reinstated Christ Church Cathedral. Additionally, it is in the central city Wifi free zone.

Expressions of interest to open an isite were received from four parties, and VIN considered submissions, together with support from the ChristchurchNZ urban development team. VIN recently made a site visit to inspect the options and have made a recommendation on the operator and location that best meets isite requirements. The recommendation has three key conditions, including opening no later than 7 November 2023, the first day of the cruise season, and meeting all of VIN Inc’s membership standards, particularly around sta ng requirements, systems and signage.

The new isite will be run by experienced tourism operator Darin Rainbird (The Grand), who currently operates the Akaroa isite.

The Grand in Cathedral Square will be home to Christchurch’s isite from early November.

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HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY

Business Owner, Stephanie Robertson had a clear vision for the company she wanted to build, and while the year has been anything but easy for real estate, she is proud of how much her team has achieved.

Stephanie reflects, “I believe as real estate agents, we have a unique opportunity to empower the people we work with when they are making some of the biggest decisions of their life. Not only providing clients with knowledge and expertise so they understand the opportunities and challenges buying or selling a home can present, but also by having open and engaged relationships with clients so their real estate investments reflect their whole life.”

It’s that wide lens and yet laser focus approach that has seen the company grow into a strong team of united agents. Stephanie prioritises regular one-to-one mentoring sessions with her team, to support and encourage them in their professional, personal and financial goals. In the same way they work with a house buyer or vendor, this personal investment has seen the team achieve much more than just a strong portfolio of houses on the market.

With an outward focus and a desire to share their success, VVVRE has sponsored junior local sports clubs and individuals throughout the year, and is

the O cial Real Estate Partner of the Canterbury Cricket Association, and a Major Partner of the Canterbury Magicians T20 Smash Competition for 2023/2024 Season.

Giving people an opportunity to go after their sporting dreams is something that is close to Stephanie’s heart. A half marathon runner, Stephanie knows how achieving a physical or health goal can a ect every aspect of our life.

“It gives you the confidence to know you have the resilience and discipline to succeed, and you can apply that mind-set in your work. I’m a wife and mum of four running a business in a highly competitive industry, so I know how important it is to have support and encouragement around you to go after your dreams. I want to inspire my family and the people I work with to follow their passions and champion each other along the way.”

As you talk with Stephanie, you can see that her vision for VVVRE is as bright and as bold as their branding. With a great team around her, the VVVRE vision of helping people pursue the Kiwi dream is clearly stronger than ever.

Call the team on 0508 VVV REA or visit the website below.