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EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE

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On a recent long-haul flight I watched the gripping mountain-climbing thriller Everest.

It was one of those epic movies that leaves a lasting impression: totally engrossing, yet difficult and disturbing to watch at the same time. It jolted my senses and stirred up all sorts of emotions … as I sat on the plane with tears streaming down my face, I realised it was not the sort of thing you should watch when you're stuck in a confined space surrounded by several hundred people.

Anyone who has seen the movie, or remembers the real-life event as it unfolded in May 1996, knows the tragic outcome. Highly-regarded Kiwi mountaineer Rob Hall was one of the guides leading a group expedition to the summit of Mount Everest. Hall perishes in a blizzard on his descent, as do several other climbers. As he teetered on the brink of death he had a heart-wrenching final phone conversation with his wife, Jan, who was back in New Zealand and pregnant. Sadly, Hall never arrived home to meet his new daughter.

Since seeing Everest, I have wondered many times about the psyche of adventurers, explorers, extreme athletes and elite mountain climbers such as Rob Hall. What drives these people to take on the fickle forces of nature and push themselves mentally and physically to the point of exhaustion, risking pain, injury, illness – even death – to achieve a goal or a dream? What is the attraction and why do so many chase that addictive sense of satisfaction and fulfilment?

Those same questions came to mind earlier this month when I was a spectator at the Coast To Coast multisport race. It was fascinating and uplifting to watch people of all ages, colour, shapes and sizes as they ran, walked, skipped or hobbled down the finish chute at New Brighton. All of them were clearly exhausted but, at the same time, elated that they had just achieved a significant goal.

One friend of mine ran for seven hours in agony after badly twisting his knee, and may well have done serious long-term damage. Another friend struggled with nausea and cold sweats for the entire kayak leg, so crippling was his fear of falling out and drowning in the unpredictable Waimakariri River.

Yet, straight after the race, as they gulped their cold beers in the finishers' area, all the dramas and low points were instantly forgotten. That indescribable feeling of having conquered their demons and proved to themselves, and others, that they could push themselves out of their comfort zone and achieve what had at first seemed impossible, made it all worthwhile.

Of course many of us do not consider risking life and limb to scale the heights of a massive mountain, or traversing the width of the South Island by foot, kayak and bike, as must-do activities to be ticked off our bucket list. Whatever challenge you decide to tackle, the important thing to remember is the pride and ecstasy you will feel when you've overcome the odds, the elements, or simply your own fear and self-doubt.

Just imagine crossing that finish line – whether it be literally or figuratively – and that should be motivation enough.

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Many happy returns for Dame Kiri Dame Kiri Te Kanawa will celebrate her 72nd birthday on Monday 7 March with Christchurch opera lovers, opening her New Zealand tour with a gala event that night.

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he historic Isaac Theatre Royal is the venue for the opening performance from Dame Kiri, who will undertake a six-venue recital tour of New Zealand. Dame Kiri last performed on the Isaac Theatre Royal stage just 10 days before the 22 February 2011 earthquake.

That show attracted the last 100 percent full house before the theatre was closed for four years.

The Christchurch evening will be a 'gala black tie and red carpet' fundraising event to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the 2011 disaster, and to celebrate the first fully operational year of a fabulous restored theatre in the heart of the city.

“The Gisborne and Tauranga events are already sold out,” tour organiser Paul Gleeson said.

“I think people realise that this could be a last opportunity to experience one of the world's most-loved voices.”

Dame Kiri will be accompanied by one of New Zealand's finest musicians, the internationallyacclaimed pianist Terence Dennis, and the repertoire will feature a specially-selected programme of romantic songs and arias that will delight music lovers. These will include Dame Kiri's personal favourites from Mozart, Handel, Vivaldi, Puccini, Heggie, Guastavino, Obradors, Ginastera and Canteloube, as well as a selection of traditional folk songs.

Photo: John Swannell

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE 7 March – Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch (phone 260 5253 for more details) 10 March – Civic Theatre, Invercargill 13 March – Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington 16 March – Gisborne Memorial Theatre 19 March – Baycourt Arts Centre, Tauranga 22 March – ASB Theatre, Marlborough Photo: Duncan Innes 8 February 25, 2016 Metropol

The world-renowned opera star is excited to be invited to bring her music to six centres around the country. “I am looking forward very much to connecting with many friends and renewing old friendships. I hope those who attend will enjoy the musical experience,” Dame Kiri said. “The songs I have selected are all personal favourites and it is always a pleasure to share my music.”

The repertoire will feature a speciallyselected programme of romantic songs and arias that will delight music lovers.

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By Cheryl Colley

Astute advice fuelled by passion and perseverance Kim Laurenson is passionate about real estate and mortgages. She has worked in both the real estate and finance banking sectors and that's serendipitous for her role as a mortgage adviser with Q Mortgages. “I live and breathe Christchurch property,” enthuses Kim. “Whether my clients are buying their first or their third home or have a large property investment portfolio, my aim is to get them the best mortgage rate deal available in the New Zealand market.”

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Providing the personal touch: Kim Laurenson

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im and her two mortgage adviser colleagues at Q Mortgages know that there is a great deal to consider when buying a home, especially when it comes to financing it. As mortgage advisers they will help you work through the issues that pertain to your particular financial situation. They will then liaise with banks for you to achieve the ultimate result you require at a rate that is affordable for your circumstances.

“We have relationships with 10 major lenders so we are not tied to one bank. Because we are paid by the banks for bringing them business, our services are free to our clients.

We eliminate some of the stress of buying a

home by being the inside negotiator for our clients and can usually negotiate a lower interest rate.”

As a working mother of two small children, Kim knows how precious time is for her clients. That is why she will meet them when and where it suits the clients best. In addition, her relationship with clients continues beyond the securing of a first mortgage. “We also provide advice on re-financing and rate rollovers. We are here to stay long-term to help our clients.”

Q Mortgages are located at 5 New Regent Street. You can contact Kim any time on (03) 390 0480 or 027 222 1044 or email kim@qmortgages.co.nz.

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Stress-busting tips for sellers Selling your home can be one of the most stressful events you will ever experience. Harcourts' real estate agent Cindy-Lee Sinclair shares her tips on how to beat the blues and maintain your sanity during the process.

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nlisting a competent real estate agent who you can trust is as important as their experience and credentials.

Clear and effective communication imbues trust and keeps a lid on stress. “A good agent will keep you abreast of all the complicated issues so you can make informed decisions, feel part of the process and have peace of mind that your agent is acting with your best interests at heart.”

Getting organised will certainly keep stress to a minimum. Enlist a cleaner and a gardener prior to viewings and plan ahead for childcare.

Another valuable tip Cindy-Lee has for prospective sellers is to remain open-minded and let go of any expectations. Attending a few auctions before your big day will give you a feel for the process and what to expect.

“If expectations are unreasonable, sellers run the risk of being disappointed. Talk with your agent and ask plenty of questions about the process.”

Selling your home is a big undertaking, Cindy-Lee warns, so make it easy on yourself by doing something you enjoy every day. Take yourself out for lunch during open homes and, above all, never

let your wellbeing take a back seat.

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Derek Hill, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and Kalauni Pouvalu.

re ' crow bu four' perfec for th reunio Having toured New Zealand previously in 2014, tenors Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill and Kalauni Pouvalu, along with soprano Susan Boland, return to share their friendship, humour and talent in a lunchtime concert in Christchurch.

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Tenors and a Soprano Reunited is a heartwarming concert full of classic songs from popular to classical music including O Sole Mio, My Way, Nessun Dorma, Come Back to Sorrento and The Donkey Serenade.

The performance, on Wednesday 2 March, is part of the Operatunity Daytime Concert series. Operatunity tours the country eight times a year with its daytime concerts, and has enjoyed great support from Christchurch audiences since 2007.

Bonaventure is of Rarotongan heritage but grew up in Wellington before studying singing at Auckland University. He has performed with Operatunity for many years and been involved in many operas and concerts.

This year he will perform the role of Monostatos in the NZ Opera production of the Magic Flute.

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Canada, and has been involved in numerous NZ Opera productions and concerts with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra as well as the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

The youngest member of the group, Kalauni, is a New Zealand-born Tongan who has graduated from the University of Auckland. He has been performing with Operatunity since 2014.

Susan Boland is not only an accomplished singer, but is also a Director of Operatunity Daytime Concerts.

3 Tenors and a Soprano Reunited starts at 11am on Wednesday 2 March at the La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton. A light lunch will follow the concert, when members of the audience will have a chance to chat with the artists. Book tickets online at www.daytimeconcepts.co.nz or phone (toll free) on 0508 266 237.

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ART FOR A GOOD CAUSE AT BEACH CAFÉ

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Social Beach Café launched its ‘open evenings’ service on Thursday 10 December, when guests were treated to an auction of artworks by Nick Fedaeff. All proceeds from the auction were donated to Queenspark Community Trust.

Julie Beattie, Heather O’Loughlin, Kerry Keown, Jill Baird

Debbie Faith, Kayla Farmer, Alannah Grones, Leeana Koia Debbie, James, Rebekah Stewart

Karen and Sal Schwenken

Musician Ryan Neill

Debbie Faith, (Manager), Denise Robertson

Lynn Eriksen, Anne Morrison

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Q & A with

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By Majka Kaiser

haken yet again by recent violent aftershocks ďŹ ve years on from the initial big one, creative thinkers like Ministry of Awesome Co-Founder Kaila Colbin are at the forefront of Christchurch's movement building a brighter future for all.

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How did the idea for Ministry of Awesome develop from its Q inception to its fruition? & Its creation came about in a highly organic, highly iterative A

fashion by now-Deputy Mayor Vicki Buck; Student Volunteer Army founder Sam Johnson; head of UC School of Maori and Indigenous Studies Sacha McMeeking; and myself. It started with a bunch of conversations, exploring what we could do to be most useful and impactful in post-quake Christchurch.

When it was first formed, the organisation was kind of a bucket to house our various projects, but it quickly evolved from that to being a supportive champion for the many brilliant ideas seen bubbling up within the community.

What various initiatives is Ministry of Awesome running to Q make a better, brighter city? & A There are a huge variety of initiatives led by Chief Awesome

Q the difference between success and failure of an idea? & are three parts.

A There 1. The first requires two essential personal characteristics from the What qualities make a successful entrepreneur and what makes

Officer Lauren Merritt. Our Event Awesomist, Erica Austin, runs a programme of events that includes weekly Coffee & Jam sessions and monthly Double Shot evenings. Our Startup Activator, Catarina Gutierrez, connects one-on-one with people in the early stages of starting a business to guide them through the process. Our co-working space is fantastic for freelancers and small organisations to work in a collaborative environment with like-minded people. And last year, in partnership with the Unreasonable Institute in Colorado, we ran our first Unreasonable Lab – a five-day business model validation lab. It was a huge success and we're looking forward to additional programmes just like it. We also worked with Canterbury Development Corporation (CDC) to create InnovationMap.co.nz, a website that helps entrepreneurs find helpful resources available to them.

What inspires you most about living in post-quake Q Christchurch? & A I love the kinds of conversations we can't have anywhere else in the world. What is the best way for citizens to engage in the recovery of the city? What should the role of the arts be?

How can the transitional movement inform longer-term, more permanent development? How do we prioritise potentially competing economic, social, political and environmental interests? Although these questions are relevant worldwide, they've really been brought to the fore in our unique postquake environment, and I love the way ordinary citizens are experimenting with the answers.

entrepreneur: a commitment to making it work and an obsession with continuous learning. Without commitment you're likely to give up — entrepreneurship is a long, hard, slog, with frequent setbacks and disappointment – and without the obsession with learning, those setbacks will derail you.

2. The second is about the team. In 2012 we had Ernesto Sirolli speak at our TEDx event, and he talked about the three cornerstones every successful business needs to master: the product, marketing and financial management. He also said that never in the history of the world has a single individual been able do all three beautifully – you may be able to get by, but one of them will be your passion and the others will be done reluctantly because you have to. So often we're taught this myth that entrepreneurship is a solo sport, when really entrepreneurship is the art of teamwork.

3. The third is about the market. The famous Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor Marc Andreessen has said that the market is more essential than product or team. For example, in 1984 FedEx launched Zapmail, the first faxing service. However, the market wasn't ready, and so it was a total flop. It's extremely difficult to close a sale if people can't get their heads around what you do.

What would your advice be to those who want to make a Q difference to the fabric of our city's rebirth? & I'll plagiarise my mom, who was plagiarising someone else: Show A up, pay attention, speak the truth, and be open to outcomes.

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Master your money One of the country's fastest-growing financial advisory firms has opened in Christchurch.

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Sarah Bayley: Financial Personal Trainer

his is the first South Island branch for financial personal training firm enableMe, which specialises in one-on-one coaching to help people save money, reduce debt and reach their financial potential.

The Christchurch branch is owned by local Sarah Bayley, who has over 17 years' experience in the banking sector. Sarah says she is looking forward to helping the people of Christchurch to achieve their financial goals and ambitions.

At the start of a new year, many people take stock of their finances and try to set budgets on their own. But these plans can often fall by the wayside. “For most of us, our biggest financial goal is to be mortgage-free,” says Sarah. “At enableMe we assess the financial fitness of our clients and create a plan to get rid of debt faster. Our honest and impartial advice will help you take control of your money.”

EnableMe's financial personal trainers are highly trained and are all registered financial advisers. “At enableMe we educate clients on positive money habits, track progress and adjust the plan if circumstances change.

We can do all of this without compromising your lifestyle,” says Sarah. “It is never too late to learn how to manage your money better.”

The new enableMe office is located on Level 1, 68 Manchester Street. To celebrate the opening of the Christchurch office, consultations are discounted to $75 plus GST (from $300 plus GST) for new clients until 29 April 2016.

For more information or to book an appointment, visit www.enableme.co.nz or call 0800 897 898.

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By Hans Petrovic

Great attractions by the seaside On a hot day, the beaches of Sumner are packed with people of all ages. But it is not just the beaches that are attracting people to Sumner. Five years on from the earthquakes the local businesses have also re-established themselves, offering a wide variety of cafés and restaurants and shops ranging from fashion boutiques to surf equipment.

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he road to Sumner is much better now. The Ferrymead Bridge has been repaired and there is even a coastal pathway from there all the way to Sumner,” says the co-ordinator of the Sumner Business Group, Kath Cross.

“People didn't feel safe on the roads for a long time, but they are now 80 percent fixed. I feel business is back to preearthquake levels at weekends and, in the evenings, the restaurants are packed.”

Lang and Maureen Masters, Hollywood Cinema

“Business is back to pre-earthquake levels at weekends and, in the evenings, the restaurants are packed.”

Martine Marshall, the co-owner of Le Petit Hotel, at 16 Marriner Street, has a personal insight into the long-time popularity of Sumner. Many of the guests to her charming, French-style hotel are visitors from overseas who do not bother hiring a car while staying there. To them, all the attractions of Sumner are within easy walking distance.

There's a pub, The Cave Rock Bar, and it's not far to the Hollywood Cinema and then on to all the restaurants and shops.

It's somewhat further along the beach to the Ocean Café & Bar at Scarborough, but a very pleasant walk.

At the Hollywood, it's always a pleasure to discuss the history of Christchurch

cinemas or the latest in movies with the owner, Lang Masters, who has been running the theatre for 52 years with his wife, Maureen. “We bought the place last September. We're the owners now, whereas we only rented it before. It's better for us in the long run and we now have another person to eventually take it over,” says Lang.

Around the corner, in Wakefield Street, there have been quite a few changes. The pub on the corner has new owners and has been renamed The Turtle Shack Bar & Bistro.

The Bamboozle has also been taken over and changed into the very interesting Le Xom Indochinese-Vietnamese street-cuisine restaurant. Opposite that is the very popular Indian Sumner restaurant and, right next to the Indian Sumner, is the unique Delicatessen, which is run by Tanya Michaels,

the wife of Glenn, the head chef and owner of the nearby Headless Mexican.

What's so great about the Delicatessen is the wide range of ready-to-eat takeaway meals available.

Not far around the corner, in Nayland Street, is the L'Estrange Art Gallery, which is associated with the work of Bryan L’Estrange, Nigel Brown, Hamish Allan, Hannah Kidd, Tony De Latour, Simon Kaan, Alan Pearson and Ewan McDougal.

Their work was previously on display on huge canvases on the containers leading into Sumner.

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DEAR NO-ONE OPENS ITS DOORS...

Designer boutique fashion store Dear No-One – on the corner of Holmwood Road and Rossall Street in Merivale – opened its doors in January, much to the delight of Augustine and Charlo lovers across the city. Kelly Coe, Augustine/Charlo designer, and Bex Stone, Augustine’s sales representative, mixed and mingled with the crowd. Over wine and nibbles, they talked about the colourful and exciting pre-autumn range of evening and everyday wear, called ‘Nothing For Wallflowers.’

Liz Huddleston, Charlotte Cottrell, Anna Smith Mieke Aarts, Ilse Rabbidge, Bron Webster

Bex Stone, Kelly Coe (Designer), Rachel Hobson

Renata Boot, Melanie Dravitski

Sheryl Brittenden, Victoria Kelland, Amanda Apperley

Angela Newland, Kirsty Irvine

Tash van Koeverden, Hannah Buist

Victoria Wales, Judy Elvidge

Dorothy McLennan, Thysje Waghorn, Debbie Mahia

Makayla & Jodie Barrett

Lily & Michela McCurrie

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Frobisher Events 15, 16 & 17 March 2016 Tuesday 15th March - Art Exhibition Free event - 5.30pm Featuring Jane Blackmore, Melanie Mayell & Sharon Earl Complimentary bubbles & canapes on arrival & a cash bar

Wednesday 16th March - “In Conversation” Tickets $65 $10 from each ticket is donated to the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation

Doors open 6.45pm for a 7pm start Be inspired & hear upcoming trends Featuring David Shaw Furniture, Goom Landscapes, Mokum Design Director Stephanie Moffitt & Jenny Gillies Complimentary cocktail on arrival, followed by canapes & wine

Thursday 17th March - Wine & Whisky Tasting Tickets $45 - 7pm Sample Mt. Beautiful wines & whisky from Whisky Galore, paired with canapes from Eaton Drink Co.

Register your attendance / buy tickets today www.facebook.com/Frobisherinteriors www.frobisher.co.nz Frobisher 322 Manchester Street E: lucy.wilkie@frobisher.co.nz T: 03 355 2628

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RURAL JOYS close to the city Take the opportunity to create your new home at Wilfield in West Melton. Gillman Wheelans, the developers of award-winning Preston Downs, have brought the same rural feel and landscape features to Wilfield, with many options for those who are looking for a section to build their dream home.

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ections are available from a generous 1100m2 to 4ha lifestyle blocks, allowing room to create the lifestyle you wish. Stages 1 and 2 have already been released, with 40 percent sold off the plans and titles expected for the first stage in May and second stage in November this year.

“Construction is coming along nicely, with ponds either side of the entrance way and the entry road sealed,” says Megan Buddle from Gillman Wheelans. Rural features within the area will also include railway bridge beams for bollards, meandering roads and natural undulation.

Located off Weedons Ross Road, Wilfield is close to the growing centre of West Melton. A new retail centre, opposite the BP Service Station on Weedons Ross Road, is now underway and advertised to be completed towards the end of 2016. A new community recreation centre is also in the pipeline, providing options for entertainment and fitness for the entire family and a hub for the local community.

Rural features within the area will also include railway bridge beams for bollards, meandering roads and natural undulation.

The reserves within the development will include active play equipment, as well as open space.

To find a section that suits you in West Melton, check out www.yoursection.co.nz. Sections are also available in Halswell, Prebbleton and Woodend.

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Southern Ballet celebrates 40 years of success

Southern Ballet Theatre celebrated its 40th anniversary in December at the Isaac Theatre Royal. Current and former dancers, parents, teachers and staff joined Southern Ballet’s Founder Lorraine Peters, her Co-Patron Fiona Tonkin and Chairman of the Board Clifford Cox to share a few memories before enjoying the opening night of the gala production of Cinderella. With dancers in professional companies all over the world and many other successes outside of dance as well, it was a chance for Southern Ballet to take a trip down memory lane in the form of photos, video clips and stories from the last four decades.

Jasmine Bishop, Connie Thoen

Kerri and Pam Fitzgerald

Jon Jarman, Melissa Moody

Elizabeth Cumming, Fiona Tonkin

Rob and Marise Carpenter

Sharon Tite, Brigitte Thomson

June and Russell Kerr Kristy and Ruby Archer Robyn and Robin Olley

Charlotte Foate, Dr Jeremy Foate

Glen and Anthea Livingstone, Robert and Bronwyn Bijl

Chris Brown, Ballantyne Haines

Jenny Mayne, Kate Giddens

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Make it MONOCHROME as the days turn grey As autumn/winter collections flood in to the fashion stores, so too does a monsoon of monochrome — textiles and designs in striking combinations of black and white.

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elebrating their ninth birthday next month, St Albans Laughter Club was the first in the South Island to be established. Every week people come together to sit in a group, make eye contact and begin laughter exercises which are combined with deep diaphragmatic yoga breathing.

“There is a real connection – it's incredible. It is very simple but lifechanging,” says Hannah Airey, founder of the Club and the Lotus Community Wellbeing Trust. “When someone else is laughing it is hard not to laugh with them.”

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RECREATION

Equestrian star the Show-stopper Canterbury equestrian fans are in for a treat if they're planning to head to the Wanaka A&P Show next month.

Catriona Williams, who represented New Zealand on the international stages at Badminton in 1997-1999 and the Open European Championships at Burghley in 1999, will be the Wanaka Show's 2016 guest of honour on March 11-12.

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illiams is one of the most wellknown females in New Zealand equestrian circles. After a horse riding accident left her a C6/C7 tetraplegic in 2002, she has continued to forge a successful career in sport horse breeding with her husband Sam's family stud, Little Avondale, in the Wairarapa. She is also widely known as the face behind the CatWalk Spinal Cord Injury Trust and has earned national honours for her extensive charity work raising money and awareness for spinal injuries.

As well as being a keynote speaker at a sponsors' evening, Catriona Williams will declare the Show 'open' on the Saturday.

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The Wanaka A&P Show is one of New Zealand's largest agricultural and pastoral events. It attracts more than 35,000 people each year, including many from the Canterbury region. Run over two days and set on picturesque showgrounds overlooking Lake Wanaka, the Show includes traditional features such as equestrian and livestock events; home industry displays; wool classing; and more

Catriona Williams with her husband, Sam, and Zara Phillips at the CatWalk-funded Spinal Cord Injury Research Facility at the Auckland University Centre for Brain Research in 2015. than 400 trade stalls from around the country. Home of the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Golden Lamb Awards, aka the Glammies, it also runs novelty events – like the famous Jack Russell race, wood chopping and old-fashioned sheaf tossing – plus there is family entertainment and live music.

The 2016 Wanaka Show is the 79th annual event. “As usual, there's something for the whole family,” Stalker says.

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CUISINE RECIPES FOOD WINE BARS & CAFÉS RESTAURANTS

By Cynthia Kepple

WHAT WILL WE BE EATING A new year with new beginnings and potentially new food trends. If we follow international pundits' predictions, our diet will be healthy and somewhat vege-centric. It is, after all, the United Nations International Year of the Legume.

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hat aside, poke, seaweed, and vegetables are picked to be top of the international pops. Poke? Looking puzzled? Pronounced like okay, this is a popular Hawaiian dish of raw fish – usually tuna - marinated in soy and sesame served on seasoned rice. It's tipped to be the new sushi.

Hurray, it's goodbye kale. Seaweed, the new super food that is full of antioxidants, fibre, iodine and good fats, shoves kale off the top of the healthy ‘must-eat’ list. The list also features umami, a taste sensation that is distinctly lacking in kale! Other veggies will star on our plates as we cut down on meat, proteins and carbs. Cauliflower steaks and spiralised vegetable noodles (dig out that spiraliser from the kitchen drawer) will frequently replace meat and pasta. Those stalks and stems don't go into the compost either. Root-to-stem dining is making it big, with off-cuts being eaten rather than tossed in the compost.

Cooking methods will be bold and brave, with lots of fire and smoke. Think barbecue, home smoking and blackened veggie salads.

Whole milk, butter and cheese are back in the good books as we realise that fat is not all bad and those of us who like a bit of the naughty can breathe a sigh of relief.

Donuts are in vogue and fried chicken is going to go gangbusters.

If you believe the trend predictors, it looks like an interesting year. Bon appétit everyone.

IN 2016?

Seaweed, the new super food that is full of antioxidants, fibre, iodine and good fats, shoves kale off the top of the healthy ‘must-eat’ list.

SEAWEED

SPIRALISED VEGETABLES

DUX DINE

2014 & 2015

breakfast lunch dinner

anytime

Life’s too short for mediocrity…

Fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes that are created to be perfectly balanced, using the highest quality, locally caught seafood and seasonal produce PH 03 348 1436 28 RICCARTON ROAD, (Hagley Park end)

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From 7am Mon-Friday, From 9am Sat & Sun

Whether you are after your morning espresso at the breakfast bar, a lunch in our sun drenched verandah, a platter in the verdant courtyard, or a glass of wine or beer in our peaceful lounge bar. we’ll be here, ready to welcome you to experience hospitality as it should be

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to feed the soul “It's just such a magical setting.” That's been the reaction from couples who have held their weddings at the recently-opened Memorys Restaurant near Springston. Mature trees, well-established gardens, doves flying in and out of a dovecote in the large courtyard and delightfully quirky rustic decor elements all contribute to this aura of the beautiful and tranquil fairy tale.

By Cheryl Colley

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emorys is intimate too – like a 'home away from home' with a European feel, intermingled with kiwiana. There are two main indoor areas that can be utilised for weddings and other private functions. The main restaurant dining room seats up to 24 people, while The Boardroom is an intimate elegant dining area which seats up to eight people. Then there is the large courtyard area, perfect in summer for larger functions and small boutique weddings of up to 60 guests.

The food at Memorys is another of its great charms. For your wedding or group function their chefs' objective will be to serve you nutritious, simple and effective dishes that will tantalise your taste buds.

Memorys' catch phrase is soul food; food

from the heart to feed the soul. It's all about selecting and combining the best local ingredients available and creating dishes that taste delicious and give a sense of wellbeing to all who come and visit their special place.

Memorys Restaurant is located at 227 Leeston Road, Springston. Opening hours are Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm, as well as Thursday to Saturday 6.30pm-11pm (bookings essential). For further information or to make a booking for your function, phone (03) 329 5554. Email info@memorys.co.nz.

Traditional Japanese Cuisine from the Tomi Family Handmade pasta & pizza Three Boys Beer on tap Stunning wine list Live Music every Sunday afternoon on THE DECK 328 7517 47 London Street, Lyttelton www.freemansdiningroom.co.nz

No w O Su pen nd ays !!

Wed & Thurs $18 pizza and $20 pasta

Opening Hours Wed & Thurs 3-late Friday 11.30-late Saturday 9-late Sunday 10-late

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Lunch: Tues-Sat 11:30am-2.00pm

Ph: 03 377 8028

Dinner: Tues-Sun 5:30pm till late

76 Edgeware Rd Edgeware Mall ChCh

www.tomi.co.nz

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SOUNDS CITY in the

Ready for a little bar-hopping and the chance to catch some great sounds?

There's plenty on around the city that will appeal to all types and tastes...

Thursday 25 February The Miller Bar Addington: Bobby Lee – 8.30pm Civil and Naval Lyttelton: Devilish Mary and the Holy Rollers - 9pm-12am Carlton: D'Sendantz – 9pm Baretta: Antony Pickard – 7pm Casa Publica: Big Rig – 7.30pm The Cuban: Mark McKenzie – 6.30pm Friday 26 February Civil and Naval Lyttelton: Craig Shaw plays Nu Indie Disco and Deep House – 9pm The Miller Bar Addington: Reckless Duo – 9pm Baretta: Mark McKenzie – 4pm, Comersound duo – 7.30pm, DJ Vlad – 10.30pm Casa Publica: GetSet – 8.30pm The Cuban: Ryan Ferris duo – 6.30 Caleb Isaacs – 10pm Saturday 27 February Civil and Naval Lyttelton: RDU sessions with radio DJs from 9pm The Miller Bar Addington: Absolut Duo – 9.30pm Baretta: Caleb Isaacs – 7pm DJ Double Feature feat – 10.30pm Casa Publica: Soul Provider – 8.30pm Carlton: Flat City Brotherhood – 10.30pm

Sunday 28 February Civil and Naval Lyttelton: Civil Sundays, Live House Jam from 3pm Freemans Dining Room Lyttelton: Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pm Wednesday 2 March La Vida Centre, Upper Riccarton: 3 Tenors and a Soprano Reunited - 11am Thursday 3 March The Miller Bar Addington: Karaoke with Lance – 8pm Friday 4 March Civil and Naval Lyttelton: Paco the DJ plays hip hop from 9pm The Miller Bar Addington: Hot Gossip – 9.30pm Saturday 5 March The Miller Bar Addington: Absolut Duo – 9.30pm Sunday 6 March Freemans Dining Room Lyttelton: Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pm Monday 7 March Isaac Theatre Royal: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa - 7.30pm Wednesday 9 March The Miller Bar Addington: Karaoke with Lance - 8pm Thursday 10 March The Miller Bar Addington: Bobby Lee - 8.30pm

Friday 11 March The Miller Bar Addington: Decoy Duck - 9.30pm Saturday 12 March The Miller Bar Addington: Tri Zone - 9.30pm Sunday 13 March Freemans Dining Room Lyttelton: Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pm Wednesday 16 March The Miller Bar Addington: Karaoke with Lance - 8pm Thursday 17 March (St Patrick's Day) The Miller Bar Addington: Flat City Brotherhood - 2pm to 6pm Reckless Duo - 8pm to 1am Friday 18 March The Miller Bar Addington: Don't Tell Mama - 9.30pm Saturday 19 March The Miller Bar Addington: Absolut Duo - 9.30pm Sunday 20 March Freemans Dining Room Lyttelton: Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pm Wednesday 23 March The Miller Bar Addington: Karaoke with Lance - 8pm

Beautiful people having a beautiful time at

London Street's biggest little tapas bar You won't want to leave once you try our classic European inspired tapas as well as craft beer, cocktails and an exhaustive spirit selection. Serving distinct interpretations on classic tapas for individual or sharing plates.

Social Lounging at its finest

Architectural Steel

Simply the BEST gourmet burger you will ever taste!

LIVE MUSIC GREAT ATMOSPHERE, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING

Furniture - Indoor/Outdoor Signage

Gourmet Burger, Chips and Beverage for only $18

Feature Lighting Feature Gates Sculptures

Karaoke, great bands, great food, great drinks and GREAT COMPANY!

Teppanyaki Tables, Charcoal Grills & Barbeques for chefs

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Ph. 03 312 8038 Mob. 021 704 214 email: flaxton.iron@xtra.co.nz

www.flaxtoniron.co.nz

16 London St, Lyttelton Phone 03 328 7206 www.civilandnaval.co.nz

THE MILLER BAR 308 Lincoln road

Ph 03 338 9361

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IN KITCHEN

Balsamic Vinegar & Raspberry macarons – back by popular demand, and for a limited time. Surprise your taste-buds.

J'aime les Macarons The Colombo, 363 Colombo Street, Christchurch Ph (03) 366 9108 www.jaimelesmacarons.co.nz

‘easter treats’ baked instore everyday traditional, chocolate & fruitless HOT X BUNS

cute cup cakes HALSWELL BAKERY & CAFÉ 346 Halswell Rd open ALL easter weekend Ph. 322-4600 www.halswellbakery.co.nz

Be inspired this summer and enjoy Al Fresco dining with gorgeous ceramics, condiments from our Gourmet Essentials range, and match with a crisp, cold Waipara Valley Riesling, perfection!

Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre & Gallery 458 Ashworths Road SH 1, Leithfield, North Canterbury P. (03) 314 8867

Divine cakes and desserts is the divine answer for a cake at your next special occasion.

No baking required – just order and pick up or choose from our cabinets of fabulous cakes, gateau’s, cheesecake and more.

Divine Cakes & Desserts 160 Blenheim Rd Blenheim Rd l The Palms l Northlands l Westfield www.divine.co.nz

Ataahua Wine While the fruit ripens in the vineyard, we’re busy in the winery, emptying barrels for bottling and the release of delicious new wines Purchase Ataahua Wine at Ballantynes, Pukeko Junction or online www.ataahuawine.co.nz or phone 021 222 2354

Bring home a taste of New Zealand summer.

Aroha Drinks offers a range of boutique Sparkling and Still fruit drinks, and a variety of Cordials perfect for those long summer days Available in New World Supermarkets and cafes throughout New Zealand.

P. (03) 341 1183 E. info@arohadrinks.com www.arohadrinks.co.nz

Decant is a wine shop - the largest range of European wine in the South Island. Decant is a licensed café - really good food, superb coffee.

Decant is a deli - a great selection of French cheeses.

Decant is…

- visit our website www.decantwine.co.nz

A family business with menus tailored to each individual client, G&T Catering and Events can look after your next function.

G&T Catering and Events info@gtcateringandevents P. 022 425 8628

www.gtcateringandevents.com

BUNRUNNERS Brimming with beautiful, fresh healthy food, made onsite.

Fully organic coffees, made with local organic milk and coffee beans grown in Peru. 17 varieties of pies, 3 gorgeous salads, Including a Vegetarian selection.

We only use free range eggs 87c Fitzgerald Avenue Ph: 03 374 2260 www.bunrunners.co.nz Metropol February 25, 2016 45

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A gift of high quality that will be remembered Imagine giving family and friends our Gift Certificates to the value you decide, to allow the recipient to select their own cut of the high quality dry aged beef.

Cashmere Cuisine Ph.(03) 03 3326071 - 18 Colombo Street

“Complete Home Italian Barista Pack” Everything you need to keep the coffee flowing in your home!

Call us to book a free demonstration in our showroom Available from:

Looking for a special indulgent treat this Easter?

Look no further than our Easter Egg Cheesecakes or hand crafted Easter Eggs filled with nougats, toffees and marshmallow chocolates.

Delicious to the last bite!

The Crowded House Coffee Company.

Ph:03 3528815 www.facebook.com/sweetrevengechch www.sweetrevenge.co.nz

23 Islington Ave,Waterloo Business Park Phone (03) 348 5089 www.thecrowdedhouse.co.nz

We are proud to be the only Christchurch stockist of the world famous Lieber Pies from Fairlie Bakehouse.

MRS DENTON'S Fine. Food. Fast Takeaway Cafe, Delicatessen 168a Kendal Ave, Burnside Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Sat 8am-3pm Ph 03 357 4516 027 469 0206

Una Bakery Fresh Handcrafted Convenient Underground coffee Friendly, helpful staff

73 Centaurus Rd, Huntsbury Ph: 337 8214. E: brian@unabakery.co.nz

Spoil yourself with our own special blend “New City” Coffee, house roasted to ensure a fresh, delicious cup. Delicious English and European Cuisine with healthy options for Brunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Afternoon Tea. Open Mon-Fri 7.00am-5.00pm Sat- Sun & public holidays 8am-5pm

Cafe Metro Cranford Street Merivale Ferrymead Ph. 03 356 1835

Imagine a delicious Gourmet Bagel toasted and topped with our delicious handmade Schmears, preserves or spreads unique to Stolen Bagel Accompanied by a Wakey wakey or Jungle boy smoothie

Stolen Bagel 263 Lincoln Road Ph 335 0172 46 February 25, 2016 Metropol

Sweet Revenge

CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS We cater for any event large or small- office shouts, weddings, hens nights, in home dining, private parties & more.

We pride ourselves on making everything in-house, sourcing products locally, and tailoring a package to suit.

Only available from www.eatondrink.co

Eaton Drink Co. P.(03) 550 1316 M.(021) 210 6318 e: hello@eatondrink.co

Edendale - an experience – not just a café Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at the popular West Melton Community Centrepoint.

Functions, Business Meetings, Live Music and special ‘Souled-Out’ events.

However you imagine it – we will make it happen!

Edendale Cafe Mon-Wed 8am-5pm, Thurs-Fri 8am-9pm Sat-Sun 8am-5pm Cnr Main West Coast Road & Sandy Knolls Road Ph 027 396 9955 (text or ph orders welcome)

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IN KITCHEN H O M E M A D E

Indulge with...

The Winemaker's Wife! at JAGZ Kaiapoi, Misceo Ilam or Mamma Hooch Colombo St.

Fresh to Wigram – fresh baked – fresh served for either take away or dine in.

Atomic Coffee Home made Pies Excellent Service Coffee Cube We tick all the right boxes 5 Avenger Crescent, Wigram Ph 027 531 4689

www.thewinemakerswife.co.nz.

Cooking Lessons Book a Cooking lesson at My Home Chef, and get to watch me cook for you (maximum of 8 people).

Afterwards enjoy a fabulous three-course dinner.

'In your home' chef service and classes are also available

My Home Chef Ph. 03 359 6444 Mobile 027 772 6022 Rita@myhomechef.co.nz www.Facebook/myhomechef

Piccolo Ristorante Italiano

Yoshimura Sushi & Bento Lunch Box Jen’s pickles and chutneys are delicious and versatile, great with chicken, meats, fish or vegetables. Fantastic on cheese/antipasto platters and adds real punch and flavour in sandwiches.

Jen’s Cozinha email: info@jenscozinha.co.nz Ph: 021 350 277 Look up jenscozinha.co.nz for stockists

Traditional Picnic Classic summer open air feast.

Cold cuts, cheese, bread, pickles and salads are the heart of every good picnic.

Order your “Picnic Box" at

Cafe’ Berlin Delicatessen 9c Normans Rd, Strowan Ph. 03 355 0932 email us for orders: info@cafeberlin.co.nz 'like us on Facebook’

Try our unique, new, sushi style!

The main ingredient has already been flavoured, so you can eat them straight away 7 Normans Road, Strowan Phone 03 355 6191 Email: yoshimuranz@outlook.com Like us on Facebook

Kidds Cakes and Bakery From the new summer menu at Kidd's. Grilled harrisa spiced chicken, red onion, oranges, avocado and tomato, with a mint yoghurt dressing. A perfect choice for lunch this summer at $14.50.

254 Cranford St Ph. (03) 355 6921 www.kiddscakes.co.nz

8 Somerfield street Christchurch ph 3379424 Reservations required.

Italian Food We Are

Main Divide Meats Delicious South Island sourced Wild Venison used by NZ's top chefs and now available for you to experience this quality in the comfort of your own home with the ease of home delivery.

Wholesale available.

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Enjoy an adventure with @Tony's Teppanyaki is justly famous for fresh, delicious Japanese food with an innovative, modern slant.

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ut while @Tony's Riccarton is brisk and busy, @Tony's Ferrymead is elegant and spacious, with a leisurely ambience. It's a place where people can take their time, relax and enjoy the ambience.

Fresh seafood is a speciality here with fresh crayfish, scampi, bluff oysters, tuna and fish of the day featuring in the menu and all served with the impeccable care and flair typical of Japanese chefs who really respect their ingredients.

The only fine dining Japanese restaurant on the Sumner side of the city, staff go out of their way to ensure customers have a special experience, whether it's enjoying an after-work drink at the bar, being entertained by the knife-whirling chefs at the teppan, or in one of the dining tables or private booths.

Cocktails and mocktails are created to order; there is an extensive drinks list and the restaurant is the only place in the South Island to have Orion beer, all the way from Okinawa, on tap and fresh daily.

Evening diners can read the specials of the day, plus interesting information about the restaurant, on a rotating big screen.

The menu is extensive, with both traditional and modern dishes, and there is plenty to tempt the most ardent carnivores. As well as the seafood, the Ferrymead chef's exclusive dishes include pork and garlic chive gyoza, (delicious little Japanese dumplings) and – the chef's pièce de resistance teppan apple pie. Here East meets West with housemade apple pie wrapped in a pancake and cooked on the teppan.

Eating at @Tony's Ferrymead is an adventure from start to finish.

Delicious New Bakery now on Selwyn St

A fabulous café in Christchurch's most famous secret garden...

MODERN JAPANESE DINING IN CHRISTCHURCH

LITTLE MERCHANTS Specialty coffee 18 Bernard St, Addington Phone 03-338 5700 www.facebook.com/Littlemerchants 48 February 25, 2016 Metropol

Next me you visit Hagley Park, you are welcome to enjoy our delicious food and an amazing range of drinks at the Club House Café.

• The Café with the biggest back yard in Christchurch - North Hagley park, between Hagley Golf Club and Victoria Lake.

• Func on hire, weddings and catering.

• Walking the dog? - pooch is welcome to join you at Club House Café.

North Hagley Park

RICCARTON 85 Riccarton Road 03-3416608 RICCARTON@TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ FERRYMEAD 2 Waterman Place Ferrymead P. 348 5644 FERRYMEAD@TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Between Hagley Golf Club & Victoria Lake

Phone 03 365 3010

A wide range of delectable savouries, pies, sandwiches & cakes. Combined with superb coffee & friendly service...

WWW.TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Pies & Coffee Bakery 290 Selwyn Street

Ph 377 7725

CUISINE

The numbers tell the story

Simplydelicious...

Fendalton’s Favourite Café For enjoyable experience, excellent fresh food, coffee and service

Gluten Free options abound Fresh Home-made baking Underground Coffee Fully Licensed

If an eatery is busy it has to be good – that's the rule of thumb for seasoned travellers. Therefore Dose Diner in Blenheim Road must be very good.

Any lunchtime it's literally bursting at the seams with people dining in or queuing for takeouts. Smart operators book their lunch table ahead.

T

he reason for this popularity is the excellent food and quality coffee. Beans are from the famous Lyttelton Coffee Company. And yes, at Dose they do trim milk. The all-day breakfast menu is available from 7.30am to 2.30pm. It's imaginative and expansive and, as well as the usual favourites, offers more exotic fare like Spanish beans and pulled pork with coleslaw. The raspberry and mascarpone brioche French toast served with berry compote, bacon, vanilla custard and maple syrup is a customer favourite. The Japanese-style chicken burger is a close second. Coming soon and also guaranteed to make a hit are waffles. They'll be served American style with fried chicken, or with ice-cream for the traditionalists.

A loaded cabinet is full of sweet and savoury treats all made onsite by a gifted baker who takes no short cuts. Watch for her daily specials and her spectacular lemon cake.

Dose Diner has a funky industrial ambience with lots of timber, massive industrial light fittings and

The place to be...

Fendalton Village Mall Cnr Ilam & Clyde Rd Ph. 351 4414 Open 7 days Mon-Fri: 7:30-4:30pm Sat-Sun: 8:30-4:30pm

Delicious gourmet poultry for the most discerning cooks in Christchurch...

Impress your family & guests with Turkey, Duck, Quail, Poussin and Pheasant from the specialists graffiti-style artwork. There is plenty to amuse and entertain just in the décor.

Situated next to Hubbers, Dose is conveniently close to the Westfield Riccarton and The Warehouse and is ideally situated to provide superb office catering to nearby businesses. Open seven days, Dose is licensed and has plenty of parking.

HOME OF QUITE, PROBABLY CHRISTCHURCH S BEST EGGS BENEDICT (LONELY PLANET)

The BEST Meat in Town

P.03 312 9805 E.canter.valley@xtra.co.nz

www.cantervalley.co.nz

A India G tronomi Ge First to bring delicious Ka Wraps to Christchurch

FUNCTION ROOM FOR UP TO 70 PEOPLE

Chef originally from India with 12 years NZ experience

BLENHEIM ROAD ers

Next to hubb

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND COFFEE 295 BLENHEIM ROAD PH 03 343 1999 MON - FRI 7.30AM - 4PM SAT 8.30AM - 4PM SUN 8.30AM - 3PM you'll just love the atmosphere, food and entertainment at The Colombo's Café & Bar hotspot The Colombo Shop 23 - 363 Colombo St Ph. 3777 699

Huge range of delicious BBQ products For dine-in or takeaway lunches

BUSH INN CENTRE Cnr Riccarton & Waimairi Rd P. 348 5043 Open 7 day's

PH :03 5950442, 300 LINCOLN ROAD, SHOP NO;9, ADDINGTON MALL

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Soothe the soul and

treat the taste buds F

A drive out into the country never fails to calm the soul and, if your destination is The Oaks of Darfield, you can anticipate a genuine treat when you arrive. This historic twostorey timber homestead with its traditional veranda and dormer windows is surrounded by an impressive mini forest of venerable oaks, and the venue simply oozes Kiwi rustic charm.

ine food and wine and impeccable service are guaranteed here.

Business owner Hamish Jenkins is a qualified chef and trained butler who has worked in Government House and The British High Commission in Wellington.

Demanding taskmasters indeed! The kitchen is the domain of chef Thomas Hiddlestone. “I was very lucky to find him,” says Hamish. Just 26 years old, Thomas prides himself on good food, prepared with a personal, sometimes adventurous, touch.

“I encourage him to do his thing,” says Hamish.

The dining is fine and the menu is small, but select. Dishes pay tribute to the classic, but are served with a modern flair. Each is cooked to order. Fillet beef main is one of the most popular dishes. Sourced locally, it is served with hand-cut fries, béarnaise sauce, Caesar salad, and crispy onion rings.

Who could resist?

Three bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, offer a welcome to those wanting a night in the country. The Oaks is currently offering a country getaway

package for two, which includes a threecourse dinner, bed and breakfast, and a bottle of Hunter Miru Miru for just $350.

Now that's inviting.

DINE LIKE ROYALTY AT THE

Historic Oaks Homestead

Lifes a Beach..

Functions and events Accommodation Dining

Open daily for Breakfast & Lunch Open late for Friday night Tapas Fully Licensed Open 7 Days 147 Esplanade, Sumner Clock Tower End Ph. 03 326 7923, www.oceanscarborough.co.nz

Lunch: Wed-Sun 12pm-3pm Dinner: Wed-Sun from 6pm (Bookings Essential)

Breakfast, lunch or dinner by the seaside with incredible views Amazing menu Fresh daily

CNR Main West Coast Rd & Clintons Rd, Darfield, Ph: 03 318 7686

www.theoaksofdarfield.co.nz

Aroy Thai RESTAURANT & BAR Everyone is talking about our delicious Thai!

Tuesday night Dessert & Coffee Special

Restaurant OPEN Tues - Thurs from 4pm Friday, Sat & Sun from 11am check our website for details

Extensive menu including a special lunch

From only

$10

TAKEAWAY AND HOME DELIVERY

Restaurant

Café

Bar

Functions

Weddings

By the Pier, New Brighton P. (03) 388 4483 or (03) 388 4493 www.saltonthepier.co.nz 50 February 25, 2016 Metropol

61 Victoria Street (Opposite the Casino) Ph. 03 365 2400 Dine in our fully licensed restaurant - BYO option

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Grown-up mini pizzas a a ‘ wow’ start to an evening “Indian summer. Harvest time. What better way to savour the season than with the seductive flavours of purple wine grapes, red-fleshed figs and pure white feta over a crisp pizza crust?” _ Natasha MacAller, author of Vanilla Table

Party Pizzeas

wh figs, grapes, feta and vania vincoo syrup Makes 12 pizzettas

INGREDIENTS: Pizzetta Dough 350 ml warm water 4 tsp runny honey 2 1/2 tsp dry yeast 60 ml (2 fl oz) extra virgin olive oil 4 cups + 2 Tbsp plain flour (plus extra for dusting) 2 tsp sea salt To assemble and bake 2 Tbsp vanilla oil for brushing – (heat 180 ml of grapeseed oil over a low heat and when warmed pour over 2 scraped vanilla pods and seeds) 1 cup feta cheese, in small cubes 4 figs, dried or fresh, in wedges 48 (170 g) grapes, halved, preferably purple wine grapes 6 thyme sprigs 2 Tbsp parmesan, finely grated To serve 2 Tbsp vanilla vincotto syrup as follows: , 700 ml red wine, 2 vanilla pods split, 60 ml runny honey, 1 wide strip orange peel, about 6 fresh cherries.

Place all ingredients in a small saucepan. Slowly simmer until reduced by 2/3. Remove peel and discard.

Remove vanilla pods and insert into a small sterilised bottle. Pour in vincotto liquid and seal. For the syrup to drizzle on the pizzettas take 60 ml of the vincotto liquid and slowly reduce in a shallow pan to thick syrup, about 10 minutes. This makes 2 Tbsp - enough for the drizzle.

Lemon peel, threads Cracked pepper

METHOD: Pizzetta dough Pour warm water in the bowl of a stand-mixer with the paddle attachment or, if mixing by hand, use a large bowl and wooden spoon. Add honey and stir to combine. Sprinkle yeast over surface. Allow to foam, 10-15 minutes. Stir by hand or turn mixer on low speed and add oil. Then pour in half the flour with all the salt. Add remaining flour a bit at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Place dough on a lightly-floured work surface. Knead until dough comes together into a smooth elastic ball. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel and allow to rise one hour in a warm place.

To assemble and bake Preheat oven to 250oC. Put a pizza stone in oven to heat or prepare a heavy foil-lined baking tray brushed with grapeseed oil.

Punch down dough. Knead a few times on work surface, using flour sparingly. Cut into 60g portions.

Roll out each pizzetta to a thin circle and place on pizza stone or prepared baking tray. Brush tops with vanilla oil.

Arrange topping ingredients, finishing with a sprinkle of parmesan. Bake for 10 minutes until edges are browned.

To serve Drizzle pizzettas with vanilla vincotto (see above). Scatter threads of lemon peel and sprinkle with cracked pepper.

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DINING Waimairi/North Beach

Riccarton

Bishopdale

‘Brioche French Toast’ Slice of sweet battered Brioche Toast served with maple syrup & a light dusting of cinnamon sugar

Trevinos - The perfect party venue Bar/Restaurant Private function room A la carte or Set Menus Available Great Location- ample free parking

SAVOIRE Café of Bishopdale

Take your taste buds on a beachside stroll.

Feel the sand between your toes and then just walk over the road to our beach café to taste our new summer menu, and supreme coffee.

Boasting a great kids menu, play area and even your dog is welcome in the courtyard.

Fancy a delicious light meal in our sunny, sheltered courtyard?

Available for Private Functions.

Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30am to 4pm Sat 8am to 4pm Sun 8.30am to 4pm

Beach Café 16a Beach Road, Waimairi Beach www.beachcafe.co.nz Restaurant

Phone: 03 343 5378

&

Bar

Licensed

Woolston

SOUL FOOD IN A COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE Tom and Paul are as passionate about people as they are about food. A huge dine-in or take-out selection including.. Pies with vegan options Mince on toast - Home-made Ice cream.

All food is made on the premises including roasting of meats. Catering specializing in hot and cold nger food.

Open Monday - Friday 6am to 4am 390 Ferry Road - opposite the Powerboat Centre Phone 03 389 1195 or 027 531 0253

Phone 03 389 1195

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cafesavoire@gmail.com

Hours: Open 7 Days: 9am - 4pm

Phone: 03 382 8599

Phone (03) 360 0996

FULLY LICENCED CAFÉ

Cashmere

Stellar Restaurant Riccarton You'll be over the moon about Stellar Top class dining for great prices, using local fresh ingredients, dish price is range from $10 to $28.

Specials on every day, Stellar Grills Set shown in the picture above ONLY $59 for 2 people (value of $118). Private function rooms - with catering - no hire fee - great parking out the back.

A great place to soak up the sun over a long lunch or linger over dinner in our homely restaurant.

Relaxed or casual with separate bar, restaurant and large outdoor area.

Fully Licensed - A la Carte

Opening Hours:

Open Monday - Thursday 11am to 12am, Friday & Saturday 11am - 1am and Sunday 11am to 10pm

Breakfast and lunch 9am to 2.30pm Dinner 5.30 till later

69 Centaurus Road Cashmere www.thebrickworks.co.nz

Phone (03) 337 2227

café

Riccarton

ALFRESCO CUISINE WITH A GORGEOUS RIVER VIEW AT THE FOOT OF THE CASHMERE HILLS

Home Made Happiness

Claudes Kitchen

Or perhaps just drop in for a refreshing coffee and cake.

Small or large groups welcome for breakfast, brunch or lunch – pre-order to save time.

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Email:info@stellargroup.co.nz Level 1, 235 Riccarton Road www.stellarrestaurant.co.nz Reservations Phone : 03 3456 888

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Always fresh, always tasty... Whatever the occasion, your tastebuds are in for a treat!

We pride ourselves on serving up mouthwatering meals throughout the day and into the evening. Come & enjoy this dining experience that every visit is a special occasion.

Enjoy a delicious meal in a rustically luxurious clubhouse with spectacular views.

Cafe Open Daily: 8.00am - 6.00pm Lunch Menu 11:30am - 3pm Hunter’s Reastaurant from 6pm Make your Sunday extra special and join us for our Sunday Buffet, every week from 12:30pm

Happy Hour: Tues-Sat 4-6pm All Beer & House Wine $5 Available for functions Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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CAFE KUDOS Grab a confiden al table and delicious food and do business. Breakfast, lunch, morning and a ernoon teas. This Café is very spacious compared to most and has mul areas indoors and out including a professional air condi oned boardroom facility for hire. On and off premises catering - Fully Licensed, Wi fi and great parking Happy Hour on Friday from 4 to 6:30 for all beers and house wine for $6.oo and Free bar snack with purchase of $20 beers or wine.

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623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle Only one hour drive from Christchurch Airport.

Addington

SPECTATORS 7 day Bar & Bistro $10 Burger & Beer Deal Our Game Day $10 Burger & Beer deal is back for 2016. It will be available 2 hours prior kick off from our container bar at the front of Spectators.

Spectators Supporters Club members also get free car parking on game days, see our website for full details.

FOOD HOMEMADE ON THE PREMISES

Join us for an evening of wine tasting & food matching hosted by Giesen Estate Wines! For only $20pp you will enjoy four exquisite Giesen wines impeccably matched with food specially created by our Kitchen Team.

Tuesday 8th March, 6.30pm.

Tickets can be purchased online or from The Grand Café.

Mon - Thur 7am-4pm Fri 7am-6:30pm Saturday 8:30 to 2:30pm 235 Annex Road Middleton www.cafekudos.co.nz

30 Victoria Street Christchurch www.chchcasino.co.nz

info@spectators.co.nz 65 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington Raceway spectators.co.nz

Phone: (03) 371 8892

Phone (03) 339 7915

Phone (03) 338 1801

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Opening Hours: Monday - 7.30am til 4.30pm Tuesday to Friday – 7.30am til late Saturday & Sunday – 11am til late

7 days bar & bistro located at Addington Raceway

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CUISINE

By Nicholas Henare

Ring the culinary changes from day to night There is something of a chameleon of the culinary scene in the heart of Halswell. It's Verge Café and it might be called the Superman of cafés. In the daytime it's the mild-mannered Clark Kent café where chef Kylie Delahunt will present you with fantastic Kiwi classic cuisine from 7am until 5pm. Then in the evening it transforms into Superman restaurant for the beautiful flavours of northern Thailand.

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f you're after a great start to your day, breakfast is on the menu until 2pm. The eggs benedict is a must, with brioche and poached eggs drizzled in hollandaise. You'll find the servery stacked with treats as well.

With relaxing booth seating and an al fresco area which overlooks a children's playground, why not stay for a while and enjoy a delicious barista brew or two while the kids have fun?

There is also an excellent children-friendly menu for them to choose from.

You can either dine in or take away from the Thai menu after 5pm. The Thai chef from northern Thailand has traditional dishes like Kaeng pa (forest curry) and Phad Chad Talay (seafood), all with that particular spicy northern flavour.

At 53 Caulfield Ave, just off Halswell Junction Road, Halswell finally has a great Thai food experience. Give them a call on (03) 261 9043 to book or order your Thai takeaway. But be sure to try Verge Café some time very soon.

With relaxing booth seating and an al fresco area which overlooks a children's playground, why not stay for a while and enjoy a delicious barista brew or two while the kids have fun?

Verging

being the most delicious café in the World…

Whether you are visiting our café for breakfast, lunch or a snack from our food cabinet, you will be impressed.

We also have a fantastic kids menu including Eggs Benedict Private functions for 20-30 people and outside catering available

Thai Cuisine now available every evening 5pm-9pm Dine-In or Takeaway

Eat in genuine Italian family style with genuine Italian food made by our genuine Italian owner Try the exciting new additions to our menu including Schiacciata (skiah-CHA-tah) – a delicious Italian pizza alternative. (A hand stretched Tuscan flatbread loaded with toppings & packed with taste)

You can dine either from our a-la-carte menu or the Italian Family way with shared Platters and Serves down the middle of the table

53 Caulfield Avenue, Longhurst, Halswell Ph. 03 261 9043 • • • • •

Fresh Seafood Seafood Salad Sushi & Sashimi Freshly Cooked Fish and Chips Gourmet Burgers

Pre-order your Sushi and Sashimi Party Platter Now!

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Straw offers strong, safe and sustainable option New technologies and materials are transforming the look and feel of our homes and businesses.

As supplies of cement and steel for architecture begin to dwindle, an increasing number of New Zealanders are turning to natural earth and straw for new home construction.

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in Hall – the name behind an international building conference in Methven in March – says we should be trying to use less concrete and steel. Both leave a hefty carbon footprint, and straw panel construction offers a great alternative.

“There are some exciting developments in straw panel construction and we are really excited by this,” Min Hall says. “There is a real potential for this in New Zealand – particularly in Canterbury, the grain bowl of New Zealand, where there is an enormous need for warm, healthy houses

New Zealand's oldest rammed earth building, the 19th-Century Pompallier House in Russell.

International straw build conference speaker Verena Maeder in a natural earth house.

with a light environmental footprint.”

Producing crops which can wholly be utilised – grain heads and grain stalk, hemp where the whole plant can be used for fabrics, oils and building materials – make good business sense on the grain fields of Canterbury, Min says.

Importantly, these materials offer a strong, safe and sustainable option.

Traditional brick and wooden house walls lose more heat than a straw bale building.

Pompallier House in Russell is one of the oldest surviving natural buildings in New Zealand.

“It was constructed in 1842 by French priests using rammed earth. Today it is a

thriving tourist attraction,” Min says. “Earth buildings built to the specifications of New Zealand Earth Building Standards performed really well in the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes.”

It's not just straw that is changing the face of the construction industry, with a wide range of building alternatives now available.

“It is reassuring that there are timber merchants who specialise in untreated timber, and that there is at least one earth plaster commercially available as well as silicate-based paints,” Min says. “The rise in acceptance of wool as an insulation product is also encouraging.”

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RAISING THE BAR IN FRAMELESS GLASS DESIGN An innovator in frameless glass design for almost 30 years, New Zealand company Euroglass is leading the charge once more with three new products for showers, balustrades and sliding doors.

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ut down on cleaning time in the bathroom with Euroglass Timeless Showers. These feature an invisible magnetronic coating that repels water and condensation at a faster rate than traditional glass enables water to simply slide off. This prevents the build-up of lime scale that leaves a murky residue. Unlike other 'easy clean' treatments, the Timeless glass coating is integrated into the glass itself, ensuring it maintains its brilliant transparency for years to come.

For added safety and peace of mind for you and your family, Euroglass Sentryglas balustrades are a hundred times stiffer and five times stronger than other laminated products.

Originally used in high-security glazing and hurricane windows, the

Sentryglas interlayer is bonded between two glass panes to give unparalleled strength.

With a cushioned stop and all mechanics concealed within the track, the Vitris Soft-Close glass sliding door opens and closes silently and effortlessly regardless of the weight of the glass or speed of closure.

Unlike its competitors, this unique system offers different mounting methods, giving the option of wall, ceiling or glass mounts for ultimate flexibility when designing the look of your home.

For expert advice on all glass solutions for your home, pop into the Euroglass Christchurch showroom at 44 Mandeville Street in Riccarton, visit them online at www.euroglass.co.nz or call 0800 387 645.

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When it comes to home décor, colour has always been the secret weapon of the masses. It allows people to quickly and affordably transform living spaces, limited

COLOUR

only by their imagination and the speed of a brush stroke.

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es, paint is all about making big changes for small change, and this year the latest colour trends are getting a sophisticated makeover.

A dusty and smoky look is rapidly replacing cleaner pastels, marking the transition to the urbane hues of 2016.

Home owners and DIY enthusiasts will welcome a new palette of soft, timeless

colours such as greyed blues and deep charcoals that give way to bold splashes of colour.

Green is coming through in almost every way possible: from deep, earthy tones, to light, airy nature-inspired tones and through to a soft, muted-looking shade of green.

Blues have also become muted, with sea-washed tones and fresh blues through to more powdery tones, with the ever-popular duck-egg blues offering just a hint of colour.

To complement the natural timbers that are coming through strongly in the home, browns are becoming more yellow-based.

Warm, dark browns appear to be the current bestseller, offering a great pairing to timber or a strong contrast to other colours.

Grey is also getting a sophisticated and stylish makeover, with deep charcoals and other moody darks offering density and depth, while its lighter incarnation is pairing with beige to create a contemporary pastel tone.

But if you're craving colour, all is not lost. Blue-toned reds, daring purples and hot magenta pinks are great for a bold burst of colour to add some flair and energy to a room.

Interior styling Drapes & furniture European linens French soaps candles and Diffusors Interior Design Services-

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Kitchen mixers can be both sexy and functional A touch of innovation can make our lives much simpler. Germandesigned Hansgrohe kitchen mixers combine intelligent function, perfect ergonomics and the best design with something for everyone, from their popular standard ranges to special designer touches.

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Axor Citterio M kitchen mixer with hand spray

Axor Citterio Select kitchen mixer with pull-out spout

dward Gibbon on Cranford Street have a great selection of these Hansgrohe products. The mixers feature a range of functions to make life easy: special technology so water flow can be turned off at the touch of a button; pullout spouts for versatility; and new control concepts which can be positioned where you need them. The Hansgrohe collection is available in chrome as well as stainless steel optic, for a brushed look to match your appliances.

Edward Gibbon also have the Axor range of mixers, created with design and functionality in mind and offering practical solutions for difficult situations. See the stunning lines from European designers such as Philippe Starck, Antonio Citterio and German design studio Phoenix Design.

Axor kitchen mixers are available in standard chrome, stainless steel optic and a range of 15 special finish colours on request.

Choose from nickel, gold, red gold, striking

Hansgrohe Metris Select kitchen mixer turns off with a touch of a button black chrome and other exciting options.

Edward Gibbon are offering 20 percent off all their designer Hansgrohe and Axor kitchen mixers until the end of April, with the added bonus of Al Brown's new Depot cookbook, valued at $70, while stock lasts.

Edward Gibbon at 293 Cranford St is open six days a week – retail open from 8am-5pm and trade open from 7.30am Monday to Friday. Both areas of the business open on Saturday 8am-4pm.

Let our tutors help you be the artist you've always wanted to be!

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The Art Metro Art School (& Café) offers tuition in: Abstract; Children's classes; Drawing & Sketching; Impressionism; Oils & Acrylics; Pastels & Watercolours; Beginner and Advanced…

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REALTY'S GOLDEN GIRL Arguably the most recognisable name in Christchurch realty for over 20 years, Diane Astle, aka 'The Gold Lady', has garnered a reputation for the lowest commission rate on property sales and maintained a loyal following thanks to the personalised, professional service she gives.

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iane Astle's passion for property is just one of the reasons for her longevity. “I've always loved homes and what they mean to each of us. They are our special haven, where we retreat to from the rest of the world,” Diane muses.

“Buying and selling a home is one of the biggest and most important investments of a lifetime, so it's important we guide our clients through the process from beginning to end, offering the best service and the best price.

“Rental properties are managed as if they are our own, with regular property inspections to ensure the client's investment is well cared for, and our high-end property management software ensures they are never out of pocket.”

To offer clients the total package, Diane launched the Milly Molly Mandy Home Staging Company to create picture-perfect interiors to attract potential buyers or tenants and to potentially increase the asking price for a property.

“By introducing modern furnishings we create a cohesive look that enables people to see the ultimate lifestyle a home has to offer, adding considerable value,” Diane advises.

Contact Diane and her experienced sales and property Astle management team on 389 9061 or 027 435 6410, visit Diane www.dianeastle.co.nz or email Diane directly at dastle@xtra.co.nz.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT With very experienced Property Managers we gain your trust the old fashioned way.

We work hard to earn it and like to manage your property like it is our own.

THE LANDLORD

YOUR PROPERTY

THE TENANT

Listen to the Landlord.

Manage your property.

Enjoy a happy Tenant.

Diane Astle 0274356410 3899061 Call us and find out more.

Diane Astle Realty Ltd MREINZ licensed (REAA2008).

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NEW THINGS

Mahogany Daybed $1495 Available from Bali Hai Imports

Make your house a home F

Ganesh available from Bali Hai Imports

Exclusive luggage tags $17.95 at Simply New Zealand

or an eclectic range of indoor and outdoor solid teak and cane furniture, statues, majestic garden water features, ethnic homewares and decorative gifts, Bali Hai Imports in Sydenham offers beautiful and affordable statement pieces for your home.

Sourced from Vietnam and Indonesia, you will find unique carved wooden daybeds, vibrant tasselled sun umbrellas, solid teak dining chairs, sideboards and cabinets, and modern cane armchairs and occasional tables for every room.

Add a focal point to your landscape design with one of Bali Hai's water features or bring a sense of serenity to your garden with a Buddha or a wind chime.

Oriental carved wooden statues of ancient gods and goddesses, eagles and Indians make great conversational pieces and add character to any interior décor.

A wide range of woven baskets make great storage solutions, while ceramic plant pots, vases and their vast selection of handpainted trinket boxes and pashminas make great gifts.

Locally made whalebone pendants by Peter Mitchell from Blue Penguin gifts.

Collectable Figurine Sourcerer Mickey Mouse Available at The Christmas Hut

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WINTER 16 IN-STORE NOW Mark Roberts Limited Edi on Collectables Available from The Christmas Hut. 39 Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui

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stunning outdoor furniture $145 ea Table $85ea

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03 3775565 www.simplynz.co.nz

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Gifts from the

Lyttelton lights, candles, bath salts & Seed lights available at The Ivy.

heart Sale on now instore and online up to 50% off clothes and shoes at Baby Belle.

Large range of planking tiles available at TileMax. English garden bench 1200 long was $799 NOW $575, available at Kenneally Timber Products.

1950's brocade and satin dress with applique owers from BellaBean Vintage.

available from Be Inspired.

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lue Penguin Gifts offers a wide range of giftware including New Zealand-made jewellery, bone and greenstone carvings, merino and possum knitwear, sheepskin boots, natural beauty products, Manuka honey and decorative homewares.

Blue Penguin's own jewellery range, JONZ (Jewellery of New Zealand) has been designed and manufactured locally since 1991 and offers a unique range of sterling silver and gold jewellery.

Their curated selection of locally-sourced greenstone pendants are handcrafted by accomplished Kiwi carvers Robert Daulton and Shaun Gardiner, alongside emerging artists such as Alex Sand, while their beautiful range of whale bone pendants are exquisitely handcrafted by renowned Blenheim carver Peter Mitchell.

For a wide range of luxury possum and merino knitwear, Blue Penguin Gifts stocks iconic New Zealand brands Koru, Possumdown and McDonald, which make great gifts for visitors to New Zealand and those visiting friends and family overseas.

Pop into their boutique in Cathedral Junction or shop online at www.bluepenquingifts.co.nz.

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The Ivy Beautiful homewares flowers inspiring gifts & creations

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Shop 5, 346 Halswell Road, Halswell Ph. 03 322 1368 Also see our beautiful gifts available at Lincoln Gift Box ,19 Gerald St, Lincoln.

Hours:Mon-Fri 7.30am-5.00pm Sat 9.00am-12.00pm

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FINDING SOLUTIONS

By Cheryl Colley

to the most complex of house projects The key to their success is in their company's name. Ron and Adrian Bradley of Innovate Renovate are not only experts in renovations of all types, but they are also innovators and problem solvers.

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hese attributes were definitely required for one of their recent projects – repairs to an earthquakedamaged 1980s townhouse in Burnside, where the foundation slab had slumped to varying degrees up to a maximum of 68mm. The situation was complicated by the fact that the townhouse was the rear unit of two conjoined dwellings. The front unit had little earthquake damage and its integrity needed to be maintained while the rear unit was lifted from its slab for levelling work to be undertaken.

Add even more complications and, prior to the lift, all the concrete paths and landscaping within one metre of the foundation needed to be removed and then the lift had to be undertaken without removing the house's brickwork. Once the

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Ron and Adrian Bradley are innovators and problem solvers. foundation was repaired and the house resettled, all the paths and lawns were relaid, while any damaged brickwork was ground out and repointed and the entire interior of the house replastered and repainted.

If you think this sounds complex, it most certainly was. It required all of Ron and Adrian's skill and knowledge of building processes to scope and cost the work, plan the timetable, select the team of

tradies required and to manage the whole project. “The outcome was extremely satisfying,” says Adrian. “We were able to help home owners who otherwise would not have known where to begin, and the result has totally exceeded their expectations.”

To find out more about Innovate Renovate's services, phone (03) 351 7039 and speak with Ron or Adrian, or visit www.innovaterenovate.co.nz

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ALL THE LATEST BUILDING INNOVATIONS under one roof Passionate leaders in the field of designing and building quality bespoke homes across Canterbury, RNP Homes offers prospective clients the opportunity to experience their range of innovative technological products and building solutions in a unique space within their slick new offices on Montreal Street.

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urved walls and multi-pitched ceilings demonstrate the various effects that can be created and integrated into the design of people's home interiors, while finishing touches such as door handles in different styles have been used to illustrate the breadth of products available to complement your home.

Many of the latest systems that are making waves in the building industry, and which transform spaces and the way we use technology in the home, can be found in RNP Homes' central-city offices.

RNP Homes have used GIB's innovative pre-finished wall lining system ReadyLock and ReadyLine in their reception and conference room areas. This product not only looks great, but it utilises the very latest in technology to enable a quicker

RNP Homes’ office installation and to ensure a flawless finish every time. Its durable quality makes it ideal for both commercial settings and residential dwellings.

With homes becoming smarter every day, it's easy to integrate all your electronic devices and automated systems with the C-Bus control system as RNP Homes have showcased in their offices.

Gain effective and effortless control over lighting, heating, sound and entertainment systems operated from a single remote control.

Call into RNP Homes' offices in the big black building at 106 Montreal Street and see how you can make your dream home a reality.

project management

Design, Build, Fit-outs and Construction Concept to completion p: (03) 379 9015

Feasibility studies

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m: 0274 888 305

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Wooden outdoor furniture looking old and sad?

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REPAINT - So it looks great again - Be trendy we can paint in any colour!

Make a statement with colour, or a crisp fresh look in white!

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Shaking up the KITCHEN DESIGN scene Kitchen specialists Reno4U burst on to the Christchurch scene a little over a year ago, bringing their proven expertise to solving many of the industry's common complaints.

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hat makes Reno4U particularly attractive is that they offer custom-designed New Zealand-made kitchens, appliances and products bundled together in an extremely competitive package. All the kitchens come with a 10-year warranty and, by slashing manufacturing time from the standard 8-12 weeks after confirmation to just five weeks, this company is shaking up the industry.

Right now Reno4U have a great special on a standard island kitchen. It's a surprisingly reasonable $7,999 and that includes white gloss melamine joinery, Eisno appliances, laminate bench tops in a choice of four colours and wonderful soft-close drawers from Blum Hardware.

Reno4U use this high-end drawer system and Blum soft-close hinges as standard in all their kitchens because they believe that it is components like these that make a quality kitchen stand the test of time.

With their own in-house designer, Reno4U specialise in incredibly stylish kitchens. Every product Reno4U offers is

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hens, Custom-designed kitc ucts appliances and prod er in an bundled togeth extremely competitive package. of high quality. So no matter the choices you make regarding your kitchen, you can be assured that it will be safe, stylish and enduring.

Whether you're building new or renovating the old, Reno4U make the design process easy and enjoyable. As a client you will be provided with a free measuring service and 3D drawings to

help you easily visualise your kitchen and to ensure that you get the best possible plan for your space and requirements.

Open seven days with ample car parking onsite, Reno4U is tucked behind the Blenheim Road Caltex on the corner of Blenheim Road and Matipo Street. You can contact the team at Reno4U on (03) 423 9067 or visit www.reno4u.co.nz.

RIBBON CUT ON HIRE KING’S FLAGSHIP CITY BRANCH

On January 29 Hire King celebrated the official opening of their flagship city branch, at 30 Fitzgerald Avenue. Their invited guests included equipment suppliers, loyal customers and family and friends of the business. Everyone enjoyed the speeches given by the company’s Director Tim Aldridge, former Ngai Tahu Property CEO Tony Sewell and Christchurch City Councillor Jamie Gough.

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Renee Lowe, Ally Mackenzie, Sarah Te Teira

John, Stuart, Shane and Greg (Sumner Sharks)

Johnny Wood, Paul Lawrence

Maree and Robbie Breen

Michelle and Tim Aldridge (Director)

Ally Mackenzie, Fabian Kulpe (GM)

Sam Stone, Justine Cooper, Melinda and Gregor Ferguson

Photos by Wendy C Photography - for copies email: events@wendycphotography.com

SKILLED, EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN ENSURE YOU GET A QUALITY PRODUCT EVERY TIME. From residential to commercial, kitchens and bathrooms to staircases, wardrobes and more, we've got you covered. With such a full range of joinery services available we are virtually a onestop-shop whatever your needs.

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he event showcases the innovative garden designs of 12 Christchurch primary schools. The theme this year is 'our world' and schools participating in the competition may use their imagination and creative skills to produce an original landscaped garden which interprets this theme.

Of last year's competitors, former Ellerslie judge Rachel Vogan commented that the quality of the entries was exceptional. “These gardens would not be out of place in an international design competition,” she said.

Tony Kunowski, Manager of the Canterbury Horticultural Society, said “Christchurch is the Garden City, and we would love to see the show become a major event in our summer calendar. This is a great way to encourage children to work together as a team, to fire up their imaginations and thought processes, from planning and design stage to execution. It is hugely rewarding to see their ideas take shape, and to see the pride the children take in showing their completed pieces.”

Kunowski explained that the children have to think about theme, colour and texture, in a three-dimensional form, working with a variety of mixed materials and plants, flowers and vegetables, to create a living work of art.

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Late summer and the start of the early autumn season is a time of harvest and preparation for winter crops. Apples and pears are at their very best, and nothing can compare with the flavour of tree-ripened fruit. To keep flowers in bloom, remove the spent flowers and cut back excess growth. Keep gardens weed-free as this helps stop pests and disease on plants.

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As we reflect on the last five years, architect Cymon Allfrey asks us to look forward. Is our greatest challenge yet to come?

owards the end of last year I was asked to present a paper at the Architectural Designers New Zealand (ADNZ) conference about how we, as a design community, responded to the events of 4 September 2010 and 22 February 2011. Centred on the days and weeks immediately after these events unfolded, the presentation was designed to provide an insight into Christchurch at that time. As a lead-in to the discussion, raw footage of 22 February was played and, while I was prepared for this video, I was unprepared for the manner in which it affected me and how hard it was, nearly five years on, to talk about that day.

The last five years can be viewed as a collection of stories which, despite being connected by a common thread, are all different and unique. Regardless of the time that has passed, there is a raw grief that continues to connect them and always will. Perhaps we will never be able to talk about that period separate from our emotions.

While there have been some incredible lows over the last five years, in those first few weeks and months some of that was about making sure the stress of the people who relied on me, emotionally and financially, was reduced. I needed to reassure staff they would still get paid and

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is the most significant contribution being made to an urban area since Christchurch's settlement over 170 years ago. Development at that time was fuelled by excitement and decisions to establish, rather than fuelled by necessity. We have been given a chance to make a positive mark on the landscape and the future of our city. This is both aspirational and inspirational.

While we pause to look back and reflect, it is just as important that we look forward.

What will the next five years bring? Five

years ago, both of my girls were at primary school; now my youngest is at high school. Our needs have changed not just as a small family unit, but as a city.

Where five years ago companies like Tesla were in their infancy, now we are faced with self-drive technology. Where once we looked at how to deal with cars in the central city, in five years we will be looking at where the cars wait for us, not simply where to park them.

With evolving technology, rapid change is inevitable and we need to be innovative and challenged in our thinking. We need to be designing for the future and thinking about “where to” next? Given the rate of change in technology, a number of our decisions may become redundant or obsolete. We need to consider the legacy of the decisions we are leaving behind and shift the focus from convention and the way we have always done things, to the unimaginable. We need to open our minds to the future.

The events of five years ago are not only our past, but they are our future. Our biggest challenge is to take the blinkers off and be prepared for change. Anything is possible.

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Resilient architect carves his own unique professional path There's a natural metamorphosis that exists in one's career – the twists and turns that build a rich tapestry of experience. Some of these changes are organic and others strategic. The most successful among the professionally ambitious are, in fact, the ones that respond with an open mind to both scenarios.

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Greg Young is an established, highlyrespected and award-winning architect and his professional path is a little bit out of the ordinary – a reality that has certainly paid dividends for him and his clients.

The type of resilient personality that takes a 'silver lining' approach to more challenging situations, Greg says the recession rearing its head at the time he was ready to make his way in the world only made him more determined. He was dedicated to pursuing the type of work experience that would lay robust foundations for the rest of his career.

“I'd actually describe my path as being quite different and unique from other architects,” Greg explains. “I started in

structural engineering and while I was working there I began studying architectural technology before moving across to architecture at a later date.

“The approach I took to entering the architectural industry was different, but worked really well. The fact I started out in structural engineering also means I have a lot more structural knowledge than you usually would as an architect.”

With over 30 awards – and counting – under his business belt, Greg attributes almost 13 years of great business to great staff. Certainly the capability and passion of the Young Architects team is obvious in one of its recent builds, a property in Worsley Spur.

“The joy of that job was in getting the client the most value out of their investment. It was also in the simplicity of the approach taken when addressing all of the demands of a new build. With the house

being right on the plateau of the spur it was extremely exposed, which had its own set of challenges.

“It was almost a commercial style of build rather than residential, but we fitted it out like a bach with lots of timber. It 'floats' beautifully over the land so as not to disturb the natural environment it is located in. We were really lucky as our clients were a pleasure to work with, so it was a very smooth process.”

Setting an important quality and style precedent for the residential and commercial rebuild of Canterbury, Greg comments: “I think we have an amazing opportunity here for architects – one we hopefully will never see again, for that matter.

“For the foreseeable future our city will have a changing face, but it's very exciting.

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Putting into students' careers Some University of Canterbury students are taking the fast-track to top-level motorsport careers, with graduates being chosen to design, test and build what could be the world's fastest track car.

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ince launching in 2013, University of Canterbury Motorsport (UCM) has seen a number of its students race into professional automotive and motorsport engineering careers around the world. Most recently, UCM students have been offered job interviews by professional motorsport teams in Australia following UCM's success in the Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineering) competition, but there are also opportunities in New Zealand and elsewhere globally.

Faculty Advisor to the UCM team Bruce Robertson says that two University of Canterbury graduates are working for Jaguar Cars in the United Kingdom; another is working for motorsport consultancy Optimum G in the United States; and three have recently begun working with Rodin Cars in Waiau. “The organisation that has started up in Waiau is unique in the world and we are very lucky to have it on our doorstep.”

Designing and testing a racing vehicle is no easy task. The UCM team realised this and asked for help from the university's High Performance Computing Centre. That help came in the form of part of the centre's ‘I Dataplex’ system, which enabled the motorsport students to analyse and simulate the complex fluid dynamics of the Formula SAE car in motion.

The UCM team at the recent Formula SAE competition in Australia with the UCM race car.

So it looks like students at UCM are in pole position in the race for jobs in the motor vehicle racing industry.

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