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Beautifully sheltered 5.1503 Ha (approx) property with a large house to live in, consent to build a new house, large five-star stables, dressage arena, plenty of sheds and paddocks. You can’t ask for more in popular Ladbrooks, located within 5 minutes of Lincoln township, Ladbrooks Primary School, 25 minutes from Christchurch CBD and International Airport, and just 25kms away from the National Equestrian Centre at McLean’s Island.
• 4 massive bedrooms (master with ensuite), extra large living room, spacious office
• Heatpumps and Log Burner
• New carpet and vinyl throughout the house
• Newly painted interiors
• Newly renovated kitchen bench top with brand new appliances
• New washing machine and dryer, 2x new water cylinders
• Newly renovated toilets and bathrooms where needed
• Beautiful gardens, deck and patio areas with great indoor to outdoor flow
• Council approval to build a new house at the end of the property
• Professionally built dressage arena, fully fenced with gate, properly contoured to drain well
• 3x five-star stables and room in existing shed (15m x 19m) to repeat configuration and build another 3
• 3x stables in an outside shed, (2x with anti-weave)
• Massive 10m long lockable tack shed, large lockable feed shed, and loads of other storage sheds
• 6x professional tie up bays, huge 5x bay Hay Shed
• Hot water horse wash with long reach hose arm
• 11 equine fenced paddocks, with automatic troughs and laneways
• Professionally built concrete manure and sawdust areas
Embrace Central Otago and the lifestyle you are seeking with this beautiful brand new home, developed on spacious grounds and surrounded with spectacular views.
Completely critiqued, this large quality home has detailing and a finish you need to see to truly appreciate. The private five bay shed is what everyone desires to hold the toys needed to really enjoy all the benefits of the region.
Located just outside Cromwell, with Queenstown and Wanaka just a short drive away, this is living the dream.
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Game On Canterbury is a new fixture aimed at encouraging more Cantabrians into sport and active recreation activities, starting in February next year. The inaugural free event will be held at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Sunday
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19 February 2023, with a focus on opportunities to try new things and discover what’s on o er in Canterbury. Te Pae Christchurch has partnered with Serious Fun Limited to host the event, with principal sponsor Sport Canterbury.
More than 40 community and recreation groups have already expressed interest in participating, including football, netball, rugby, badminton, cricket, rugby league, table tennis, handball, baseball, triathlon and frisbee organisations. More will follow.
This is an encouraging start to helping local couch potatoes become more active. Fitness is an essential aspect of a healthy lifestyle.
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Earlier this month, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that New Zealand has an unacceptable level of physical inactivity. Its report on global physical inactivity found that 95 percent of Kiwi girls aged 11 to 17 are physically inactive compared to 85 percent of boys the same age. For those 18 and over, 45 percent of women are inactive and 39 percent of men don’t exercise enough.
Among Kiwis 70 and over, 62 percent of women and 55 percent of do not exercise enough.
February’s initiative would be a good time to start changing that. Head along and check out the options.
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That’s where I get my balance. I have absolutely bonded with him and he’s very special. We have beautiful times together,” Lilly says.
One can only imagine the positive mentoring and empowerment gained from a grandmother figure such as Lilly. In her 62 years, the matriarch behind Cooper Developments has more than proved her mettle in the male-dominated field of property development, staring down business challenges that would send others, with less grit, running for cover.
Born and bred in Christchurch, Lilly was educated at Rangi Ruru Girls’ School. Her father was a builder, so bricks and mortar, constructions and land always loomed large in her life.
On leaving school, Lilly swiftly made her way into property, working for property investor Stephen Collins, the man behind
the expansion of Harcourts.
Aged 19, she made her first property deal - a sizeable purchase of 14 inner city houses from a Nelson based vendor.
After successfully negotiating a six-month delayed settlement, the day came, and Lilly promptly sold all 14 properties, marking the beginning of her long and successful career.
Property development isn’t for the faint-hearted. On 21 February, 2011, Lilly’s purchase of an iconic Sydenham retail space went unconditional. The next day, Christchurch was hit by the devastating 6.2 magnitude earthquake.
Faced with the enforced closing of all CBD retail precincts for an unspecified length of time, Lilly and her daughter, Caroline, set to work in planning The Colombo’s new future.
The vision was to create a beautiful and safe space for beleaguered families to de-stress and remember what enjoyment felt like.
In times of uncertainty, The Colombo became the people’s beacon of certainty.
Caroline was 23 at the time, and was working in commercial sales and leasing, after having recently returned from studying design in London. Her di erent ideas as to what a boutique retail space should o er its community, along with her vitality and creativity, was just what The Colombo needed.
The mother and daughter collaboration worked so well that it still continues.
“The business is very much a family operation, and I love it that I have young people around me. All my sta are young. They keep me stimulated and up with everything,” Lilly says.
A few years ago, Lilly faced one of her most daunting challenges when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but in typical Lilly fashion, she did what she does best; she faced it and fought back, finding strength and resilience through her passion for her work.
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e business is very much a family operation, and I love it that I have young people around me. All my sta are young. ey keep me stimulated and up with everything.”
Rolleston Fields is the latest project for Cooper Developments, with its subsidiary company, Tennyson 55, working closely with Selwyn District Council to provide a stunning complex in the heart of Rolleston.
Designed by Thom Craig Architects and IKON Architects, the multi-milliondollar development comprises 10 buildings, with four currently under construction.
When completed, the development will bring to the local community a retail precinct, a covered weekend farmers’ market, a food hall, a health and wellbeing centre, bars and eateries, and an entertainment precinct.
“I believe in synergy and what can be achieved in business through synergy,” says Lilly. “I love seeing happy tenants, smiles on faces, people walking their dogs through our buildings. The Colombo’s recent Dog Fashion Show brought in 600 people. The whole event was free. There was so much laughter and enjoyment. That’s worth everything. That’s where I find my happiness,” she laughs.”
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“I believe in the causes and the people. If I can help them achieve their fund-raising goals, then I have ful lled my community responsibility.”
He has spent some 40 years in the real estate industry, becoming an undisputed auctioneer legend. Today in what can only be termed semi-retirement, Phil McGoldrick is seen far more often bringing down the metaphorical hammer at charity fundraisers. Metropol writer Cheryl Colley spoke to him about his career and his philanthropic work.
started work in the hotel trade,” says Phil. “I soon realised that with the hours required this was no game for a family man.
Instead, I went to a Bob Jones property seminar and soon fell into a job with a local Ashburton real estate firm. It was very simple to get into real estate back in the early 1980s compared with all the regulations of today.”
Real estate roles in Tauranga and finally Christchurch followed. Throughout this time Phil dabbled in the sales technique that was to become his forte – auctions. “I had seen other agents running auctions and was not particularly impressed. I felt there had to be a better way than the very pedestrian approach that was invariably taken. I did some formal training, went to auctioneering competitions and worked hard to convert real estate firms to auction marketing. Now there can be 3000 auctions a year through Harcourts in Christchurch.”
Phil admits it does take a certain personality type to be an auctioneer. “You need to be a bit of a showman as an auction really is a type of theatre. You
also have to be able to read people, be a consummate negotiator and of course be able to persuade and sell your product.”
It is these attributes that now make Phil so sought after as an auctioneer at charity fundraising events.
“There were small beginnings to what has now become such an important part of my life. I would call auctions for school fundraising, local trivial pursuit nights and sports groups, but in 1994 I did my first big gig with the Royal NZ Foundation of the Blind (now known as Blind Low Vision NZ). It’s hard for me to get my head around, but I have called probably about 500 charity auctions since then – around 25 a year.”
This all begs the question “Why”? “I believe in the causes and the people. If I can help them achieve their fund-raising goals, then I have fulfilled my community responsibility. The Canterbury community has been very good to me and my family over the years – this is my opportunity to give back. I don’t see it as work and it’s also very enjoyable even if I might quite like a few more weekends to myself! You can’t simply turn up on the night. There is a lot of
expectation on you so you have to prepare and really know everything there is to know about the items you are auctioning.”
The organisations that have benefited from Phil’s inimitable and immensely successful auctioneering style are many and varied – Koru Care, Child Cancer, Maia Foundation, The Court Theatre, Braintree Trust, Cancer Society, Canterbury Charitable Hospital Trust, Canterbury Medical Research Foundation, Bone Marrow Cancer Trust, Brainwave Trust Aotearoa, City Mission, Cholmondeley Children’s Centre – to name probably not all of them. Phil says he has helped raise at least $1 million a year since he began this philanthropic work, but that could very well be an underestimate.
“I think my role is the easy one, the visible one and the one that undeservedly gets the credit. The credit really should go to the event organisers who gather together all the auction items. That’s the di cult part.”
I expect those various organisers whom Phil has worked with would say he is being far too modest, and that he really is a legend.
A musical phenomenon that celebrates ‘life lived to its limits’, RENT is taking centre stage as The Court Theatre’s summer musical.
This uplifting and equally heartbreaking story celebrates love and friendships that are brave in the face of danger.
The ground-breaking production follows a group of struggling artists living in New York City. Fall in love with the complex characters as they chase their dreams, all against a backdrop of poverty, looming gentrification, and the AIDS crisis of the 1990s. Sharing an important message of always choosing love, especially in the face of hate, you will be captivated and inspired.
High-energy musical numbers, including Seasons of Love and La Vie Bohème, will have you grooving along in your seat.
RENT was a late addition to The Court Theatre’s Ryman Healthcare 2022 season.
As Covid-19 a ected the theatre’s programming for the third year in a row, The Court decided to add RENT as its summer musical.
Director Lara Macgregor was thrilled with the decision.
“Surely there’s no better time in our post-Covid-19 history to celebrate actors, creativity, and lifelong friendships,” she says.
This is their home, where they enjoy a sense of meaning, purpose and dignity. They deserve no less. To learn more about the hospital-level residential and respite care we provide contact us today.
Banbury Park Lifestyle Village is now open. Conveniently located, the village is close to Halswell Quarry Park, the Halswell Domain and Kennedy’s Bush, as well as the Halswell shopping centre.
Stand-alone houses with two or three bedroom options (with garages), are now available for occupation. Banbury Park will be a premium integrated retirement village, offering a full spectrum of care - including resthome/hospital and dementia.
To find out more, call Kate on 027 408 6684 or Lynn on 027 430 4622.
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The 2022 event will screen on 19 and 20 November at Cinemas Christchurch, Movie Max Digital Cinemas Timaru, Regent Cinema Ashburton, Silky Otter Cinemas Wigram and Town Hall Cinemas Rangiora. This show is the first from The Tattoo’s new, and first non-military, creative director, New Zealand-born Michael Braithwaite, who grew up in Christchurch.
Featuring more than 900 performers, it promises to be a spectacular combination of music, dance, and military precision from some of the world’s leading armed forces and cultural performers from the UK, Mexico, The United States, New Zealand (the New Zealand Army Band, and The Pipes and Drums of Christchurch City), Australia (Brisbane Boys College Pipes and Drums), Switzerland, Germany, and Canada.
This is also the first show under the Tattoo’s bold new brand ethos, which embraces military tradition and combines it with exciting innovations and contemporary touches.
Acts include the iconic The Top Secret Drum Corps; the colourful carnival energy of 100 performers from Banda Monumental de Mexico and the renowned Highland Divas, in their Tattoo debut, showcasing their eclectic repertoire including the Folk Music of Ireland, Scotland, and New Zealand.
If you are seeking unique charm and elegance there is a solution – Eliza’s Manor on Bealey Avenue, built back in 1861. Each of the manor’s eight boutique bedrooms is individually decorated with a mix of historic and contemporary touches from their wallpapers to their bedding, from their stained glass windows to their chandeliers. There are four deluxe king rooms and four superior queen rooms. The bathrooms are a joy to behold, especially in the king rooms with their designer baths, as well as huge showers. Of course there are all the luxury detail touches you would want in the fine toiletries and the tea and co ee making facilities.
The treats at Eliza’s don’t stop with the accommodation. There is a cedar barrel sauna available for hotel guests, and then there is the food for which Eliza’s is renowned. A new spring/summer menu has recently been introduced featuring local produce and fresh seasonal flavours brought together in interesting and delicious combinations.
Paua and smoked pork hock with filo pastry and hot sauce crumble, or smoked mackerel croquettes with pear chutney, or ricotta and shallot tortellini with roast onion brodo, speak volumes of the creativity of the chefs at Eliza’s.
The restaurant at this five Gold Star Qualmark hotel at 82 Bealey Avenue is also open to casual diners.
You may be expecting visitors over the summer holiday period. Finding somewhere a little different for them to stay is not always the easiest of tasks.
It’s all things music, arts and fun taking place in Christchurch over the coming weeks.
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Featuring renowned artists from around Aotearoa and the globe, their creations will be all around Ōtautahi’s city centre for the public to enjoy until 29 January 2023. www.scapepublicart.org.nz
Rent, the musical sensation credited with reinventing the American musical genre in the 1990s, will be taking the stage at Christchurch’s Court Theatre 19 November til 21 January 2023. www.chchbigbandfest.com
Looking for unique Christmas presents that will make you this year’s best gift giver?
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Gather your friends for a fabulous free night of world-class entertainment, featuring performers Studio 246, L.A.B, Kaylee Bell and many more. www.coke.co.nz/christmas-in-the-park
Join the Cecilian Singers at The Piano on Armagh Street to celebrate their 40 years of making music. www.trybooking.com
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Start o your Christmas activities this year with the Christchurch City Choir’s annual performance of Handel’s Messiah, supported by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. www.citychoir.co.nz
Mark in your diary to see award winning Artist Haruko Furukawa create a large painting to express her passion for world peace. Accompanied by Shiki traditional Japanese Music Group. www.artdreamharu.com/blog
Comedian, Michael McIntyre’s mastery of turning everyday situations into masterclasses of human exasperation have struck a chord with millions. Tickets out now. www.bohmpresents.com
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Kaikōura is a popular destination, for a day, a week, or longer during the holiday season. From the sea to the mountains, and everywhere in between, this small coastal town offers visitors so many options for recreational pursuits.
Indoors and outdoors, on land and sea, opportunities abound, north of Christchurch, approximately two-anda-half hours’ drive by car. Whether you are self-driving, taking the Coastal Pacific train or travelling on a bus between destinations, a stop o in Kaikōura will not disappoint.
Breathtaking views will stop you in your tracks, especially during the colder months when snow covers the lofty peaks of the Seaward Kaikōura’s, and the white-tipped waves of the Pacific Ocean roll in to the Kaikōura Peninsula.
Not many places can have you on top of a mountain in the morning, whale watching
or dolphin / seal swimming in the afternoon and then taking in a gorgeous sunset while feasting upon fresh seafood from the very ocean you are sitting beside.
“Kaikōura is going from strength to strength,” says mayor Craig Mackle, commenting on the opening of a new $35 million hotel on Kaikōura’s waterfront.
Kaikoura is located between Otautahi Christchurch and Picton. Otautahi Christchurch is 2.5 hours’ drive to the south of Kaikoura and Picton is 2hrs to the north.
The drive along State Highway 1 on the Kaikoura coastline has always been regarded as one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand.
There are also hidden gems such as the Pure Pods glass eco-cabins situated in a vast landscape with perfect views of the mighty Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Range, only 20 minutes inland from Kaikoura.
Whatever your budget, whether it be for a short break, weekend away or long holiday with the family or for a romantic getaway, Kaikoura has a place to stay for you.
Kaikoura is a mecca for seafood lovers, with lots of fresh delicacies to try.
However, now with the addition of sites showcasing stunning cultural artworks that tell the rich local history, this stretch of the highway has become a destination in its own right.
The works of art, together with seven safe stopping areas, were created as part of the rebuild that took place along the highway after the 2016 Kaioura earthquake (a mammoth operation that took around a year to complete). Self-drive visitors can also make the most of this beautiful area and enjoy Kaikoura as part of a multi-day scenic drive on the Alpine Pacific Touring Route.
He adds that the 4.5-star hotel, o cially opened last month, will be a fantastic boost to the local economy and employment.
Local specialties include groper, cod, mussels and of course the towns namesake – Crayfish (Lobster). Other delights such as oysters, scallops and whitebait are available in season.
It’s expected that 70,000 additional visitors will come to the coastal North Canterbury town annually.
There are quality dining choices to suit any requirement whether you are eating in or dining out.
This route link Kaikoura with Hanmer Springs Alpine Village and Waipara Wine Region. 450kms of spectacular scenery with Kaikoura at the heart of it.
provides another level of o ering that Kaikōura has not had before.
For those taking the Coastal Pacific train or travelling on a bus between destinations, a stop off in Kaikoura will not disappoint.
Destination Kaikōura manager and councillor, Lisa Bond says the Sudima Hotel
From takeaways to cafes to upmarket restaurants, there’s a place to satisfy everyone. Indoor or outdoor, all have a wide range of meal choices to cater to any palate
We invite you to discover what makes Kaikoura so unique – a place that’s one of a kind; unlike anywhere else.
“It also means that we are going to hopefully be able to draw out the seasonality of our town, because they will bring in conferences and events, which we haven’t really been able to cater for before.
“And also tour groups. They have the
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capacity to be able to take more than one coach tour at a time, which is going to be fantastic. “These people aren’t just going to be staying within the walls of the hotel. They will be out and about exploring, supporting the retail, the hospitality and the operators in town as well, which is just a flow on e ect for everybody,” says Bond.
Not to be missed on your next visit to Kaikōura is our world-famous lavender based ice-cream. With a wide variety of lavender flavours, including a vegan variety, our home-made ice-cream is sure to please. Wander in the gardens, enjoy refreshments in the tea-room and browse the shop. There is plenty to keep you entertained.
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Located right in the heart of town, Strawberry Tree Kaikōura Ltd is warm and welcoming, with a cosy fire, a spacious outdoor beer garden, quirky Irish themed décor and live entertainment. Stop in for a meal, soak up the relaxed coastal atmosphere in the beer garden, or settle in for a night of music and laughter.
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Accommodation in Kaikōura is extensive, ranging from campgrounds and backpackers, hostels through to the bed and breakfasts, farm-stays, self-contained units, lodges, motels, apartments and motor-inns, and now a 4.5-star hotel.
SEE From whales, seals and dolphins at play in the sparkling ocean, to cycle trails, scenic walks and sea-going exploration trips, Kaikōura is awesome for getting to grips with nature. Go fishing, diving or just soak up the atmosphere.
Kaikōura is a mecca for seafood lovers, with lots of fresh delicacies to try. Local specialties include grouper, cod, mussels and of course the town’s namesake –crayfish. Seasonal delights include oysters, scallops and whitebait, with dining choices from takeaways to cafes to upmarket restaurants.
Esses Estate is a premium producer of vintage Méthode Traditionnelle. Each vintage showcases the essence of the season and have received accolades from wine critics. Esses wines are designed to be savoured, shared and to create long lasting memories. Now available at Sudima Hotel Kaikōura and Vine to Table in Christchurch.
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Situated 20 minutes south of Kaikōura lies Glenstrae farm Quad and UTV tours on a spectacular coastal setting. Come and experience the breathtaking surrounds of this rugged coastline on a 3 hour quad bike ride over the working Glenstrae sheep farm in the Kaikōura mountains.
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If you want to work with people who are passionate about you and the community they serve then look no further than Tracey and Trev Petersen. Specialising in residential and lifestyle property sales, the Petersens live and love local and are here to help service your real estate needs whenever you need them.
Tracey 027 220 5990, Trev 027 590 8616 tracey@totalrealty.co.nz, trevor@totalrealty.co.nz
Fall in love with Kaikōura this summer. Enjoy the mountains to the sea, wide open space and an abundance of marine life. Enjoy Kaikōura’s cycle tracks – with plenty to choose from for varying levels of fitness, sip on a glass of locally made Emporium Beer or enjoy a night in a glass Pure Pod. Visit our regional website to view our experiences and unique accommodation. www.kaikoura.co.nz
Kaikōura Holiday Homes owner, Alison Glenn is overjoyed holiday seekers are rediscovering Kaikōura. It has amazing wildlife which is an enduring drawcard, and incredible views, with the mountains and the coast being so close, forever changing –it’s stunning.
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We are Kaikōura’s best location for beautiful views of the Pacific ocean, snowcapped mountains and our famous sunrises, from our ocean front units. All our units have their own patio and seating, along with kitchenettes and Sky TV and guest laundry. Voted #1 on TripAdvisor for Kaikōura 03 319 5426 | 208 Esplanade, Kaikōura info@anchorinn.co.nz | www.anchorinn.co.nz
Situated a couple of minutes walk from the beach we not only o er all your classic fish ‘n’ chip options, but we also function as a restaurant, not just takeaway. We can seat more than 80 outside with views of the mountains, while also providing inside seating for those colder days.
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From Edwardian and gothic architecture to wildlife, surf beaches to street art and culinary delights – you’ll find it all in Dunedin. The diverse, eclectic city is full of wonders, all waiting to be discovered. Next time you are looking to take the family for an adventure or escape for a romantic weekend for two, be sure to put Dunedin on your radar. Here are a few reasons why…
Dunedin’s natural attractions are breathtaking and postcardworthy to say the least. Tunnel Beach with its rugged and grand features makes for an incredible walk for the whole family. The Otago Peninsula is another marvel, with fascinating formations such as the Pyramids in Okia Reserve, just a short detour o the track. The many beaches nearby are popular with local surfers and wildlife spotters. They also hold stunning discoveries, such as the sea arches of Doctors Point. These are matched in magnificence by the dramatic surrounds of the Organ Pipes or Sutton Salt Lake. You can’t go wrong when hopping in the car and exploring the coastal wonders in the area.
While New Zealand doesn’t have much as far as exotic wildlife, what it does have are some incredible aquatic animals and birds. Dunedin is home to many. Otago Peninsula is an exceptional area of bio-diversity where you can spot rare yellow-eyed penguins and Hooker sea lions sunbathing on the beaches. Witness the majestic Northern Royal Albatross at the world’s only mainland breeding colony. Watch in awe as adorable little blue penguins come into shore from a day of fishing. Find your own spots to watch from, or opt for a more adventurous approach with a 4WD or wildlife tour to get you up close and personal.
A UNESCO ‘City of Literature’, Dunedin is also a wonderful destination for couples, or groups of friends wanting to be ‘wowed’ by the wonderful art and architecture. The awardwinning Otago Museum displays local and international exhibitions, alongside its tropical butterfly forest and 360-degree planetarium. Stroll the tranquil, other-worldly Lan Yuan, the southern hemisphere’s only truly authentic Chinese Scholar’s Garden. Indulge your curiosity at the Museum of Natural Mystery, before seeking out the city’s many other cultural treasures. Art bu s will be delighted to discover the galleries and studios throughout the wider city. And be sure to also explore Dunedin’s rich literary heritage.
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minutes from the heart of Dunedin city. Our serviced one & two bedroom apartments are ideal for short and medium term stays for corporates, families and groups. Recently refurbished to create enjoyable comfort within this character building.
Representing many of New Zealand’s significant contemporary artists, Milford Galleries Dunedin presents an annual programme of curated solo and group exhibitions which report the quality and diversity of New Zealand art. Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm; Sat 11am – 3pm 03 477 7727 | www.milfordgalleries.co.nz 18 Dowling Street, Dunedin
This nearly 150-year-old, iconic stone pub is a must-visit when in Dunedin. Serving craft beers, NZ wines & an array of delicious seafood, sit outside admiring gorgeous harbour views or cozy up next to an open fire with a hot mulled wine. 03 472 8022 | www.careysbayhotel.co.nz 17 Macandrew Rd, Carey’s Bay, Dunedin
Dunedin is one of New Zealand’s most picturesque, historic and cultural cities with a multitude of places to visit, things to do and fascinating stories behind the scenes.
The Relics crew love music! We are dedicated to helping you find physical music products, VINYL, CDs and DVDs, and quality HIFI equipment to help you experience superb sound! Simply ask us and we’ll do our best to help you.
03 474 9394 | www.relicsmusic.co.nz 82-86 St Andrew Street, Dunedin
Established in 2005 Gallery De Novo is a vibrant art gallery in the heart of Dunedin, promoting a diverse range of contemporary New Zealand artwork, painting, printmaking, sculpture and jewellery.
Open 7 days: 9:30 - 5:30 weekdays and 10:00 – 3:00 weekends
03 474 9200 | www.gallerydenovo.co.nz 101 Stuart Street, Dunedin
We’re a vibrant café by day that morphs seamlessly into a restaurant & bar by night. Located at the ‘sunniest spot’ in ever-popular St Clair, near the beachexpect quality food & drinks, fantastic service and a relaxed vibe.
03 455 1077 | www.saltbar.co.nz 240 Forbury Road, St Clair Beach
This ‘not-to-be-missed’ dealer gallery shows the works of local, national, and international artists. Exhibitions are changed regularly with works being exhibited throughout the entire home, courtyard and native gardens. A free guided tour is available. 7 Days 10am-5pm (Tues by appt.)
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It’s worth the drive to Wal’s! Take on the challenge of the 18 hole Mini Putt course, lose yourself in the maze, practise your swing at the Driving Range or on Sundays ride a mini-train! There’s extensive giftware and plant selections, berry fruit ice-creams and The Topiary café onsite
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Creating the finest holiday itineraries for you with professional care and dedication. Stunning landscapes, world renowned Kiwi hospitality, all driven with the same passion to deliver the very best for you. 100% NZ owned, our guided tours are all small and customised. See website for package details and pricing.
Pete 021 122 7357 or John 027 235 0576 www.endeavournzitineraryspecialists.co.nz
An authentic historic experience in the heart of Dunedin. For lovers of fine arts, culture and social history, Olveston recalls the style, grace and grandeur of opulent Edwardian era.
1-hr tour daily at: 9.30am, 10.45am, 12 noon, 1.30pm, 2.45pm & 4pm.
03 477 3320 | www.olveston.co.nz
42 Royal Terrace, Central Dunedin
The Otago Peninsula coastline provides a clear & breath-taking view of the night sky, along with a magical backdrop of coastal bird calls echoing across Hooper’s Inlet. Join us for City Sights during the day or Stargazing tours at night. Experience the best of what makes our unique city such an awesome place to live and visit! 021 467 496 | www.horizontours.co.nz info@horizontours.co.nz
Join us in viewing these magnificent seabirds at the Royal Albatross Centre, the world’s only mainland breeding colony of Northern Royal Albatross. Learn the fascinating life of a Royal Albatross and have the chance to see their impressive three-metre wingspan!
03 478 0499 | www.albatross.org.nz 1260 Harington Point Road, Dunedin
Beachfront apartments. Local cafes, restaraunts and boutiques. Minutes away from central city. Various apartments for corporates, families and groups.
bookings@esplanade.co.nz
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Precinct Food works with Dunedin’s leading venues to o er unrivalled food and service for corporate catering, conferences and weddings. Our café experiences are the talk of the town.
Visit www.precinctfood.nz for details and ordering 03 479 0930 | www.precinctfood.nz 125 Vogel Street, Dunedin
Prime ocean view location overlooking St Clair’s sweeping surf beach, amongst local cafes, restaurants and boutiques. Minutes from central city. Various types of tastefully decorated apartments to suit all requests and ensure prime-situated access to all that Dunedin has to o er!
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The most visited cultural institution in Otago Southland with 8 free galleries and a collection of over 1.5 million items. But it’s not just a museum, with New Zealand’s largest science centre, indoor Tropical Forest and Australasia’s only 3D planetarium.
03 474 7474 | www.otagomuseum.nz 419 Great King Street, Dunedin
Home buyers today tend to be prudent, and in order to sell a home they need to be motivated to love your property, says Annette Pendergast of Mike Pero Real Estate. “Advantages taken in preparation and presentation can work to minimise the time the home is on the market, while achieving the best sale price. “You want to ensure that you property looks like the best value for money, and creates the best impression
to your potential buyers,” she adds.
“In advance of listing a home for sale, take the opportunity to make repairs and freshen up tired areas to have both interior and exterior appealing and welcoming.”
With a visit to the property, Annette can run through recommendations on potential improvements, being mindful of the photography and the overall display of your home when marketing to sell. She also encourages you to compare how the competition is presenting for sale, and she
can keep you informed as to local property sale prices as they may influence the potential value of your home. Annette is an experienced agent at the Mike Pero Real Estate Papanui o ce.
She welcomes your call for property advice on 022 090 2726, or email annette.pendergast@mikepero.com.
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PAUL BROWN SPECIALIST EMPLOYMENT LAWYER
Whether you’re a new business or have been around for a while, having an easily identifiable, relevant brand is key for marketing and business success.
Having a brand that doesn’t reflect who you are can hinder you from getting new customers through the door.
Recently I worked with a new client who felt like their brand didn’t reflect them, or position them to speak to their ideal customer.
I looked at their existing brand and their online presence and found this to be true. Their existing brand had a name that didn’t accurately reflect their service, the logo/colours didn’t represent how they wanted to be seen, and their website didn’t immediately tell their audience what they o ered their clients.
We swiftly worked with them to discover the essence of their business, how they are positioned in the market, and what makes them di erent. We then used key branding principles to generate a new brand that they are very happy with.
On average, it takes seven interactions with your brand for someone to remember it. For example, if you’re using social media and posting twice a week, make sure you consistently post twice weekly.
Maintaining a strong brand alongside a consistent strategy is also a key for your success.
If you feel like you’re not reaching your ideal audience, or simply need a brand refresh, have a chat to me.
The Government has come out and decided that fair pay agreements (FPA) are going to be forced into legislation using their majority, and anyone opposing their view has been ignored. National has come out and said that they will repeal this legislation if they win the next election.
Labour would have you believe that there are certain segments of society or classes of workers who are being exploited to such an extent, that despite being free to join a union and be part of a collective agreement, that is not enough protection, and their industry should be regulated by a FPA. If the unions and employers cannot agree on wage rates, then the Employment Relations Authority will decide what a fair rate of pay is.
National would have you believe that fair pay agreements are not needed; that they are yet another cost to employers; that unions currently exist for the benefit of their members which includes negotiating pay rates; that if you drive up the cost of labour that simply drives up the costs of products and services, which drives up inflation, and in particular it is hugely undemocratic for 10 percent of workers to force 90 percent of workers into a fair pay agreement.
Personally I support the increases in the minimum wage that Labour has brought in during the last two terms because that is directly putting money into the hands of the most vulnerable. I don’t support 90 percent of workers (in specific industries) losing the right to opt out of an FPA, despite the need of Labour to keep the union movement on side for the election next year. So FPA’s are most definitely an election issue now.
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Who would have thought that employment law is going to be such an electoral hot potato?
Style isn’t just for grown-ups - check out some of the coolest goodies and gifts for the little ones available in and around Christchurch.
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1. Trybike 2-in-1 Balance Bike & Trike, available at Parris and Jeanne, 183 Papanui Rd, Merivale, 2. Latest arrivals, Little Renegade Bags and Hats, available from Smarty Pants, www.smartypants.co.nz, 3. Luxuriously soft baby blankets, available from Coco Gifts, 63 Rutland St, St Albans, 4. QToys Tree Construction Set, from The Playcentre Shop, see online www. playcentreshop.co.nz. 5. Bunny Hearts Collection, available from Coco Gifts, 63 Rutland St, St Albans, 6. NZ Made Kids Furniture, Plant Based, Non-Toxic, Food Safe, available from CraftMenco, 1090 Lower Styx Rd, www.craftmenco.co.nz, 7. Ruby Red Shoes and cuddly bunnies, available from Coco Gifts, 63 Rutland St, St Albans, 8. Motherhood Watercolour Art, available from www.charliejaneart.com, 9. Pottery Barn Kids Gira e shaped Natural Wicker Basket available at Ballantynes.
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As the festive season draws closer, thoughts turn to office parties, work functions and Christmas gettogethers. Christmas and New Year festivities are the time to shine with sparkle
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As summer temperatures soar, natural fibres, such as silk, cotton, and linen keep bodies cool and help skin to breathe.
Made in the Shade showcases the finest natural fibred garments from leading international and New Zealand brands.
Italian labels Naturals, Momento, and Simply Linen exhibits shift tunics in large polka dot prints, embroidered tops, and two-piece dress/coat ensembles with exquisite lacework detail. Gorgeous wedding attire for all ages.
Anne Mardell co-ordinates linens and cottons in plains and patterns, with innumerable mix-and-match combinations of trousers, blouses, t-shirts, and jackets.
Bittermoon celebrates the season in vivid prints, such as the Carly dress flaunting everything from butterflies, hibiscus, and peonies to tiger stripes splashed amidst jungle flora.
Optimum knitwear’s heavenly hues bring versatility. For casual chic, pair with gingham pants from Up and bring on the hampers and champers.
For owner Alison Donne, the curating process has always been about quality fabrics and timeless design.
“That has always been the business focus and it’s what my customers love, knowing that here they will find distinctive clothes that make them feel on top of the world.”
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With so much happening on the social calendar, there is no more pleasing sight than beautiful clothes hanging in the wardrobe.
Spring is the prime time to spice up your eye make-up and match it to your outfit.
Atip from professionals when playing with colourful make-up is to keep the rest of your face simple and natural to not distract from bold eyeshadows. Also don’t be afraid to play with shimmer. Humans are simple creatures, anything shiny will draw attention to you and your outfit of the day.
TAKING INSPIRATION FROM RECENT SPRING COLLECTIONS SEEN ON NEW YORK, MILAN AND LONDON RUNWAYS, METROPOL SELECTS MAKE-UP MATCHES FOR THIS SEASON.
Big into neutrals? Often find your eyes scanning shops or your wardrobe for beiges and oatmeal? Pair with simple matte lilac eyeshadow.
If dark denim washes are fundamental to your personal style, pick up an acid green eyeshadow to elevate the outfit.
If you like wearing clean white outfits, cobalt blue is your eyeshadow match.
1. The Wool Company, beautifully blended merino and bamboo for warm days, Summer High V Neck. 2. Via Sollertia, something special for everyday, Edgeware Star, Silver and Amber Necklace. 3. MVR Tailoring, a Denim ‘Chore’ jacket with denim Sailor pants based on a 1840’s pattern styled with a French sailor’s boat-neck t-shirt. 4. Matthews Eyewear, playful polkadots handmade in France, Juliette 49 by LaFont. 5. Wink Shoe Store, stand out blue platforms to add interest to any delicate outfit, HOGL Oattie. 6. Estilo Boutique, delicate and pretty pleating for special occasions, Sunrise Long Sleeve Midi Dress. 7. The Fitting Room, summery, lacy and beautiful, Priya Plunge Bra in Rose Gold by Elomi.
The mission to build such a wardrobe becomes an elevated experience when it happens within an intimate, one-on-one environment that feels safe and welcoming.
Estilo Boutique curates clothing collections with the customer uppermost in mind as to colour and style. Gorgeous garments that are that little bit di erent –a cut above the rest.
With new season stock arriving daily,
these clothes flatter every figure and accentuate all that should be accentuated.
New Zealand made labels NES, Jaclyn M, Dressed, and Anyone’s Daughter, underscore the quality of local representation here, as do New Zealanddesigned labels, such as Et Alia, BLAK, Tuesday, and Federation.
International labels, such as MOS –Ministry of Style, Italian Star, and Cult of Individuality, showcase the latest looks from overseas.
“Here at Estilo we have a passion for helping our lovely customers find something to make them feel fabulous, our philosophy is to be your own kind of beautiful,” owner Suzanne Raines says.
With easy car and street parking access, find your summer stunners at Estilo Boutique, Shop 1 - 4 Eastfield Drive, Lincoln or visit the website.
www.estiloboutique.co.nz
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At Face Haven you can be assured you’ll receive a bespoke experience to achieve optimal results.
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A haircut that creates texture, volume and movement. To increase volume to this type of haircut, Mike suggests adding movement by scrunching while blow-drying or adding a wave to it using hot irons or a weave perm. Colour may be used to add volume.
Use these products: MHC Conditioner, MHC Shampoo Whip, MHC Texturising Crème
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GERnetic’s advanced, highly concentrated and effective products address the specifiic needs of the skin with exceptional results.
Contact award-winning aesthetician Wendy Barker to learn more.
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Age and stage have a major impact on scalp and hair health. During our lifetime, we pass through six key stages: infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, middle years, and senior years.
Hair health is often overlooked as we move through life. We might experience conditions like dandru , excess oil, and hair loss, but often we just live with it,” says trichology expert Nicky James-Baird. Nicky and Jodene Fendall are co-owners of Holistic Hair and have spent years formulating products to combat hair concerns. “Scalp and hair health is a function of our overall wellbeing,” says Jodene. “Topical products aren’t a complete cure, but they can make a big di erence to restoring shiny, healthy hair.”
Age-defying hair tips: INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD
Children’s scalps need to be treated with care. Use a mild shampoo once to twice a week. Some infants experience cradle cap which requires an oil to remove the build-up of skin cells.
Recommendations: Holistic Hair Pure Shampoo for cleansing and Scalp Treatment Oil for dryness.
Teenagers often produce excess oil associated with hormone changes. Too much oil can be a breeding ground for fungus that causes dandru . The best defence is to keep the scalp clean.
Recommendations: Holistic Hair Sensitive Shampoo for cleansing and Sensitive Conditioner for the mid to ends of the hair, with Herbal Finishing Rinse Concentrate to treat the scalp.
ADULTHOOD
Pregnancy can cause changes in both hair texture and growth. Following birth some women experience hair loss.
Recommendations: Holistic Hair Pure Shampoo and Conditioner combined with Scalp Treatment Oil.
Changes in hormone levels, sometimes associated with menopause, can result in
thinning hair as well as dryness.
Recommendations: Holistic Hair Quinoa Colour Protect or Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner to nourish the hair with Essential Scalp Spray or Scalp Treatment Oil for scalp health.
Thinning hair and hair loss are typical in these years, so using gentle products is important.
Recommendations: Holistic Hair Pure or Sensitive Shampoo and Conditioner.
www.holistichair.co.nz
Atrade certified manufacturing jeweller, Hannah has been making and repairing jewellery for two decades. She loves her work, but the artist within has long yearned to unleash her creativity in her own business.
One night, over a few glasses of wine, the friends hit on a name – Rocks O Artisan Jewellery – and the business was born from that moment. “The name is a little cheeky, like us,” Hannah and Tara say.
Together they make for a dynamic duo, with Hannah as the maker and Tara as the marketing guru, thanks to Tara’s many years in sales roles.
“Our mission is to make distinctive and unique pieces that can be worn every day. People want di erent jewellery nowjewellery that speaks to them - who they are.”
Mabé and Akoya pearls, topaz, rubies and black diamonds often feature in Hannah’s works, while her “kinetic” pieces boast quirky movable components that the wearer can have fun with.
Future plans to custommake on request for niche boutiques and introduce the jewellery into galleries, promises an exciting expansion of this small but mighty business.
www.rocksoffjewellery.nz
Details: Pink freshwater pearl ring with sterling silver hammered bands
Time to embrace your natural locks and try the curly girl method. Here are some tips from Metropol:
IN THE SHOWER:
With curly hair, moisture is key. Avoid washing your hair too frequently as those magic oils you produce are essential for curls. When you do wash your hair, make sure to use a sulfate and silicone free shampoo and conditioner combo which boasts a natural oil base. When conditioning brush your hair out with a wide toothed comb. Once a week use a clarifying shampoo and swap your regular conditioner for a deep conditioning mask.
To preserve the beauty of your newly resurrected curls sleep on a silk pillowcase and tie your hair at the top of your head.
For best heatless results, air dry. For the most styled results, use a hair dryer on low with a di user attachment. For the most convenient option, lightly dry by scrunching hair upwards with a cotton t-shirt or microfibre towel.
You will want to hear the squelch when you squeeze the excess water from your hair. The squelch is a sound that only graces those with the perfect amount of conditioner. Next use your preferred styling gel/cream/ mousse for the mid to end lengths. Finish by coating with a small amount of hair oil to prevent frizz.
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Hannah Wright and Tara Vallance became friends 20 years ago when they found themselves living next door to each other.
The delightful blossoming of tulips and daffodils comes along with an increase in harmful UV rays. While it’s important to wear sunscreen every day of the year, spring is a good time to remind ourselves to keep our skin safe from the sun.
Not just any sunscreen, make sure it is SPF30 or higher, broad spectrum and check out sunscreen brands on Consumer NZ to see if they measure up to their claims. Remember to apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside and re-apply every two hours or after being in water.
A hat that covers your head, ears and neck is ideal. Get inspration for an envious hat from Rose’s luxe purple hat in the Titanic. Hat hair is an easy sacrifice to make to ensure your scalp stays scorch-free. A burnt scalp is a one-way ticket to sunstroke and a flaky week.
Even with the best SPF sunscreen, our skin can only handle so much time in direct sunlight. Make sure to find a shady spot to cool o regularly on days where you’re going to to outside alot or bring a chic umbrella or sun tent the next time you go to the beach.
The key to achieving the strongest benefits from keratin is by using keratin that is biologically active which can be found in sheep’s wool. The best sheep to use are New Zealand grown, with our clean, open field, pasture fed sheep farming practices.
When, Natalie Harrison (pictured), was losing handfuls of hair and had brittle and painful nails, she saw major improvements from using keratin pills. Thus in 2020 she began the Kiri10 brand.
Kiri10 supplement capsules, Glow, are carefully created with keraGEN-IV™.
Healthy levels of this Functional Keratin® support the growth of strong hair follicles, anchoring each strand deeply into the scalp. The keraGEN-IV™ in Kiri-Glow may also help promote tight, vibrant skin by protecting cells that create the outer layer of the skin, support strong, robust nails, and protect against oxidative stress.
Overall, Kiri-Glow supports the health of supple skin, luxurious hair, and strong nails by providing an excellent source of key building blocks and nutrients, says Natalie.
To learn more about Kiri 10 supplements and Natalie’s story visit her website.
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ANNABEL TURLEY PHARMACIST AND OWNERAlmost one in three deaths in New Zealand are caused by cardiovascular disease.
It is the leading cause of death in New Zealand and includes heart, stroke and blood vessel disease. Cardiovascular disease is the no. 1 killer of women globally, although it is often thought to be a ‘male’ problem.
Heart disease kills twice as many women in New Zealand than any other single cause. Twenty minutes could save your life.
That’s all it takes to have a CardiAction Heart Screen at one of our Unichem pharmacies, so why not book one today, or buy a gift voucher for a loved one.
We use a pulse wave analysis machine which is non invasive and pain free.
There are more than 1500 scientific publications on this testing, and it is considered the gold standard in the top hospital in the USA.
• Real time insight into your heart and arterial health
• Identifies the unidentified
• A personalised corrective action plan
• Track your progress on the Cardiaction app
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Keratin is an extremely strong protein that is crucial to biological activity within the body and the development of healthy skin, hair and nails.
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If you’re looking for age-defying scalp and hair products, then check out Holistic Hair.
Winners of the Best of Natural Hair Treatment with Essential Scalp Spray, the Holistic Hair range includes shampoos, conditioners, extra care, and styling products. Plant-based nature’s hair care at its best!
Stocked in hair salons, health & beauty stores and online.
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Are you breathless but not getting any answers? Respiratory physiotherapists look at how you breathe to reduce breathlessness and provide techniques to manage symptoms. From Covid-19 to COPD and asthma or just the feeling of not getting enough air and being more puffed than you should with exercise. I can help. Book online.
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From increased bone density to better muscle mass and heart health, exercise is important for women who are 40 and beyond.
For many women, the 40s marks a transition from primary caregiver to re-prioritising yourself. If you have been less active during the last few or fifteen years, it’s important to acknowledge that your body needs time to recondition and strengthen.
Expecting to jump straight back into your old routine from 10 years ago is setting yourself up for frustration and possible injury.
The number one key to integrating exercise into your life is to find movement you enjoy. Don’t be fooled into claims like “the best exercise for women over 40”.
The best movement for you in the long term is the one that you enjoy. Take your time and explore di erent options. What you loved when you were 20 is often di erent from the movement your body enjoys at 40.
From the age of 40, the female body experiences several hormonal changes that go well beyond hot flushes. Hormones also have an impact on soft tissues such as tendons and ligaments and even your pelvic floor. This means that some women will experience new symptoms they have not felt before, ranging from hip pain to leakage. Just because it’s hormonal, doesn’t mean you have to surrender and
accept these symptoms. Find a professional who understands women’s health and exercise and let them guide you back to a movement routine that works for you.
AT FREEDOM HEALTH, the team members are experts in exercise and women’s health. No matter your concern, they can help you to keep doing the things you love - for life. Call 03 355 6699 to learn more.
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For those who like to take a little pride in their appearance, the friendly and professional team at Pride Barbers can get you looking your sharpest, with traditional looks or the latest in cutting-edge styles for all ages. Call to book an appointment today.
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The BrainTree Wellness Centre is an innovative, world-first facility in Ōtautahi-Christchurch that supports people living with neurological conditions to live well in the community. Come in for a visit, we are open from 8:30am to 5pm weekdays with a café.
Deemed a ‘superfood’, these are high in antioxidants, including vitamin C, and can help boost your immune system. Blackcurrants are rich in an omega-6 fatty acid called gamma-linoleic acid.
Rich in B vitamins and a nutrient called choline, eggs can help to slow cognitive decline and deficiencies such as depression and dementia. Choline helps create the neurotransmitters responsible for mood and memory.
Trout, salmon, and sardines all contain large amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Sixty
percent of your brain is composed of fat containing omega 3s, essential in the production of brain and nerve cells.
Certain fruits including oranges, capsicums, guava, kiwi fruit, tomatoes, and strawberries, contain high amounts of vitamin C, which helps prevent brain cells from becoming damaged.
Broccoli, spinach, and kale contain various nutrients such as vitamin K, lutein, folate, and beta carotene. Vitamin K helps with the formation of fat inside brain cells and has been seen to improve memory.
Certain foods such as nuts, grains, eggs and fish, can help to maintain or improve the health of your brain. Additionally eating the right foods to keep your brain healthy can dramatically decrease your risk of developing neurological problems later in life.
If you are aged 16 years or over and have experienced an eating disorder at some point in your life, you are invited to participate in this groundbreaking research. You can take part from your home – the study involves an online survey and a do-it-yourself “spit kit” to provide a saliva sample for DNA.
Study researchers will analyse DNA from saliva samples to pinpoint specific genes associated with eating disorders. This will allow researchers to identify genetic factors that determine why some people experience eating disorders, while others do not, and why some people living with eating disorders respond to certain treatments, while others do not.
The New Zealand arm of the Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative (EDGI) is run by researchers from the Department of Pathology and the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Otago, Christchurch.
EDGI aims to accelerate discovery in anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. If neither you, nor any immediate blood relative, has experienced an eating disorder, you may also be eligible to enrol in a control group.
Help the team reach their target of 3500 New Zealanders involved today.
For more information, visit edgi.nz
Studies estimate that 2-3.5 percent of the population su er from this disorder, compared to approximately one percent for anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. BED is characterised by an excessive intake of food, without regular purging or other compensatory behaviours (such as vomiting, laxative use, or excessive exercise).
Food cravings and binge-eating behaviours are often described by women su ering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and evidence is growing that there is, indeed, some association between PCOS and BED.
So, what is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that a ects up to 15 percent of reproductive age people with ovaries. The syndrome involves having high levels of male sex hormones (such as testosterone) circulating in the body, which can lead to undesired features such as acne and excessive body hair. Additionally, as the name would suggest, characteristic cysts may be observed on the ovaries.
People with PCOS are at increased risk for reproductive problems and infertility, as well as metabolic features such as obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. To add to that burden, those with PCOS are at greater risk of depression and anxiety.
Binge eating can be associated with several contributing factors, including
anxiety, depression, and poor body image, all of which are implicated in PCOS. In a large study of PCOS su erers, more than a third of healthy weight or overweight participants, and the majority of participants with obesity report binge eating behaviours. Given that people with PCOS are seemingly primed to su er from anxiety or depression, binge-eating behaviours, and metabolic factors that can lead to weight gain, it is cruelly ironic that the frontline treatment for PCOS is weight management.
Unsurprisingly, many people with PCOS find this di cult to achieve, reasons including tiredness, embarrassment about appearance, and feeling that their e orts are fruitless.
Controlling weight in PCOS may be medically indicated to reduce longer-term health concerns like diabetes and heart disease and to address fertility problems, but too often healthcare professionals prescribe weight loss without screening for the presence of binge eating.
Any intervention that addresses medically necessary weight management needs to screen for the presence of binge eating and ensure that whatever is prescribed does not further perpetuate or even exacerbate binge eating.
Fortunately, a simple screener does exist (the BEDS-7) that consists of 7 quick questions. A balance may need to be struck between achieving a healthy stable weight,
and the mental health and quality of life of people with PCOS and BED.
If you have ever experienced regular binge-eating episodes, we encourage you to visit edgi.nz to learn more about our genetic study of eating disorders.
Eating disorders don’t discriminate and can strike individuals from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. We hope to enrol participants from all backgrounds so that we can fully understand both genetic and environmental factors that influence eating disorders.
• Eating far more food than most people would in a similar time period and in similar circumstances
• Feeling out of control of your eating during a binge
• Binge eating at least twice a week for three months
• Not routinely trying to "undo" binging with extreme actions such as purging, fasting, or over-exercising
• At least three of the following:
- Eating faster than normal
- Eating past feeling full
- Eating a lot when not hungry
- Eating in secret
- Feeling guilty after a binge
We wait all year for warm days in the sun, and finally, summer is just around the corner. With these warmer days comes the joy of getting outdoors, moving our bodies, and feeling strong.
As we start to move our bodies more and return to sporting activities that we haven’t done since last summer, niggles and pains can surface. An important rule to remember is: don’t push into the niggle. If there is anything not feeling quite right, get ahead of the game and get it checked out before that niggle becomes something you can’t ignore.
Whether you’re picking up from where you left o at the end of the season or if you’ve tried something new over the cooler months, it’s worth making sure you’re moving in a way that not only maximises your e ort but also doesn’t cause a problem down the track.
Now is the best time, before the season picks up, to be proactive in your fitness
journey and get the most from your exercise regime.
Your Muscle People Physio can assess how you are moving and then make recommendations with the goal of preventing musculoskeletal injuries and maximising your exercise program.
Muscle People also continue to o er its incredibly beneficial Dynamic Spines programme. Designed to help strengthen the core, this supports the strength, mobility, and healing of the spine.
Neck, upper back, and lower back pain as well as core and postural weaknesses are all addressed within Dynamic Spines physiotherapist-led therapeutic exercises.
With over 20 years experience in Christchurch, Muscle People’s team of physiotherapists are experts at helping
clients get from pain to performance.
With their combined knowledge and longevity in the health space, you can be assured you are in great hands when dealing with painful and hard-to-treat injuries.
Whatever your choice of movement this summer, be it tennis, cycling, cricket, swimming, or running after the kids, be sure to get your body ready for an active season in the sun.
Muscle People has clinics in Bishopdale and Wigram Skies, as well as Christchurch City physiotherapy clinic on Hereford Street. Get in touch today, call 0800 027 194, or book an appointment online.
www.musclepeople.co.nz
Succulent New Zealand summer fruits, peaches, apricots and plums, nectarines, cherries and lots of different berries are becoming readily available in the lead-up to Christmas.
njoyed fresh is best, however there are numerous other ways to make the most of excess summer fruit, including overripe bounty, especially in culinary recipes and treats. HERE ARE SOME IDEAS:
Free-flow freeze fruit while it is plentiful so you can enjoy all year long. Perfect for smoothies.
Use in salads. SEE PAGE 59.
Make into jam, even in small batches.
Bake a fruit bread, mu ns and even scones, using chopped or mashed fruit.
Wrap in pastry and make a fruit pie, or layer in a crumble.
Roughly chop or mash and use as toppings for pancakes, icecreams and even grilled meats.
Whizz in a blender and use in salad dressings with olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and seasonings.
The best parts of the festive season include wining and dining, getting together with friends, celebrating and indulging.
As we head into the silly season, with warmer days arriving, it’s time to book in a few special outings. Whether it’s the annual family lunch, your end-of-year work dinner or a get-together with old friends, choosing the right setting is an important consideration.
Chateau on the Park, at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel spoils you for choice in the lead up to Christmas. Here are a few of its delicious o erings.
From 1 November to 24 December, the Pre-Christmas Dinner is the perfect occasion to book for an indulgent evening. The entire experience will ‘wow” you, especially the gorgeous setting and impeccably made and presented menu. Select from two courses at $49 per person, or three courses at $60 per person. Menu highlights include hot smoked salmon with asparagus tips and balsamic crème, beef fillet medallions and scallops
with brandy peppercorn sauce, gratin potatoes and spring vegetables. The indulgent dessert menu includes a delicious steamed Christmas pudding with sauce Anglaise and ice cream. Vegetarian and gluten free options also available.
Taking place every Friday afternoon from 25 November through summer, there’s no better way to wrap up your week than at a sunset session. Set in the charming grounds of the Garden Court Brassiere, enjoy live music, delicious tapas and drink specials. Gather your work friends to celebrate the end of the working week, or make a date night out of it and soak up the summery afternoons ahead.
Served at the Garden Court Brasserie, you could not imagine a more serene setting to indulge in a delectable array of sweet and savoury treats.
Delicate cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, and flavourful parma ham and melon skewers delight the tastebuds
and are amongst the array of beautifully presented savoury options.
Of course, a High Tea isn’t complete without a sprinkle of sweetness, and the sweet treats available are truly delightful.
The flu y sweet scones with jam and butter are a must, and the mini vanilla crème brulees take centre stage, among the many other sweet classics.
Summer is coming, so get in the festive spirit and book in your outings at Chateau on the Park.
Bookings are essential and can be made at the website below.
It’s the time of year for entertaining. Let us take care of your catering needs for your staff parties or friends and family gatherings. Grazing boxes are a great way to make sure everyone has a memorable experience. Contact us today to secure your booking.
info@twistedflour.kiwi www.twistedflour.kiwi
For all chilli lovers. We have many award winning chilli sauces from around the world. From extreme to mild and many other chilli flavoured items. Shop online or visit us at Riccarton Sunday Market.
www.thechillishop.co.nz 0800 244 554 (0800 CHILLI)
An easy location at the bottom of the hill for you to pop in and stock up on our freshly baked hot cross buns and other bakery products. Delicious handmade cakes, Danish pastries, pies, sausage rolls and Underground Coffee. Catering also available.
73 Centaurus Road, Huntsbury Ph: 337 8214
The Hungarian Butcher store features time honoured European recipes and traditions, blending old and new world recipes and techniques, to create beautiful crafted smallgoods.
180c Yaldhurst Rd, Sockburn Ph. 021 182 9678
Feeling like dessert on these cool nights? How about one of our own lollie cake cheesecakes to sweeten the day. Only available at Country Kitchen Bakery Redwood.
356b Main North Road, Redwood Next to Mobil Ph: 03 352 8111
Let the sun shine and the good times roll!
Enjoy the longer days and warmer nights with some tasty treats.
In addition to a great range of dried food ingredients, come and explore the attached cottage where an extensive range of British sweets, Dutch liquorice, Kiwi favourites, handmade chocolates, fudge and beautifully wrapped gifts await you. Open 7 days.
24 Wilson Street, Geraldine 7930 www.cottagepantry.co.nz
Providing hot beverages and sweet prepackaged snacks around the community. We are avaliable for bookings, private events, sports events, markets, corporate events. Also daily or weekly coffee runs to work places. We look forward to meeting you at your next event. Ph Mel: 022 396 4092
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Wedding venue complimentary in conjunction with Fiona’s tailor-made catering services. All enquiries welcome.
Ph: 027 229 5671 www.fionasfood.co.nz
Cool, crisp summer salads are an ideal way to make the most of summer fruits.
Melons, berries, cherry tomatoes, cherries, and stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines, plums and avocados combine beautifully with fresh, seasonal produce to create vibrant medleys of texture and flavour. Down through the decades some combinations, such as the Waldorf salad, have become classics, while others are just up to an individual’s personal tastes. Favourites include strawberries with avocado, feta and French vinaigrette, mixed lettuce salad with asparagus, raspberries and raspberry vinaigrette, and chicken Caesar salad with sliced nectarines. HERE ARE A COUPLE OF RECIPES TO TRY:
Peaches pair wonderfully well with the likes of prosciutto, ham and even bacon, for a light summery salad. Try creamy bocconcini and fresh basil leaves, or with your favourite salad greens.
4 ripe peaches, sliced thinly, fresh or lightly grilled
85g prosciutto, ham or bacon, in bite-sized pieces
225g cherry bocconcini, feta or camembert cheese (optional)
Favourite lettuce, and herbs to taste
1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
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A Waldorf salad is usually made of fresh apples, celery, and walnuts, dressed in mayonnaise, and traditionally served on a bed of lettuce as an appetiser or a light meal. Add grapes for a juicy twist.
2 Tbsp mayonnaise
2 Tbsp plain yoghurt
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 cup halved red grapes
1 cup chopped apples
1 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 cup walnuts, toasted
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yoghurt, and lemon juice. 1
Add grapes, apple, celery, and parsley and fold until just combined. 2
Season with salt and pepper. Top with walnuts and serve over lettuce. 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Arrange the remaining ingredients on a platter. 2
Drizzle on the dressing and serve.
Dubbed ‘the best little local’, an English pub vibe in a century-old building is alive with friendly faces.
Its classic timber flooring weaves through alcoves, tables, booths, leaners, couches, and the sunroomnook, through to two outside decks, at Merivale Sprig and Fern Tavern on St Albans Street.
“Between Craig and I, there’s always one of us here, it’s really important to us we get to know our regulars,” says co-owner Wendy Roigard.
“And you’ve got to take your best mate to the pub, so dogs are welcome on a lead. Sparge, our golden retriever mascot (pictured) is named from a step in the brew process.
Wendy, hailing from the brewing world, says Sprig & Fern’s Nelson brewery provides 18 taps featuring a mix of beers and ciders - many
a perfect pairing with the fresh, exciting menu.
“We also love our gins, and have 21 boutique brands on our expanding shelves,” she adds.
More than a pub, there are games for children, free WiFi, and even a cosy library corner with bookmarks to earmark a page for another visit – which is easy when it feels like home.
With a fifth-year milestone on 15 November, and incidentally Wendy and Craig’s 1st anniversary as owners, it’s time to join in the celebrations.
For details visit their Facebook page.
Sprig and Fern MerivaleNew street signage points the way to this small yet popular cafe on Mandeville Street in Riccarton, while inside is a tempting array of edibles, either made on-site, or in collaboration with Bellbird Bakery.
It’s food like owner Sarah-Jane Garden’s grandmother used to make, with real butter and top-quality ingredients, baked in-house. Dine-in or takeaway, with breakfasts from
7am, along with those early morning shots of local Prima Roastery co ee.
Morning tea, lunches and a mid-afternoon sugar fix are all catered for, with a changing assortment of delicious sweet and savoury options. Food is prepared daily, using the best of fresh, local ingredients. Specialty baker Tash Grieve of Shortcrumb also runs her business from the cafe, adding to the modern takes on traditional cafe food, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free,
sugar-free and keto options.
If a cake or more extensive catering is called for, Sarah-Jane and the team will also create and deliver to order.
CAFE Tempting menu and counter food options are available Monday to Friday from 7am to 4pm at Unit 4/57 Mandeville Street.
CATERING Get your orders in now for Christmas and New Year functions. Catering is tailored to fit individual requirements, for all manner of events.
Merivale’s Best Little Local. Call in to discover the relaxed, friendly atmosphere (no TVs, just board games!) with 18 craft beers and ciders, a host of wines, spirits and non-alc, plus exceptional meals. Takeaways (food/beer) available. Gold Card lunches Fri-Sun. Dog friendly.
Open Tues-Thurs from 3:30pm, Fri 2:30pm, Sat-Sun from midday.
7 St Albans Street, Merivale Ph: 03 260 0015 merivale@sprigandferntaverns.co.nz
Find us on: sprigandferntaverns.co.nz
Get in early and book for our ever-popular Christmas Day buffet lunch. Why go to the hassle at home, when we can provide the perfect Christmas lunch for the whole family. Located onsite at the Quality Hotel Elms, Papanui and open daily for breakfast and dinner, we pride ourselves on fresh, local cuisine - including a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options.
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch Ph 03 352 4903
ravi@qualityhotelelms.co.nz
A stunning lake side restaurant and functions venue, open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy our NEW fully covered and heated dining area on the deck for the ultimate in lakeside dining with beautiful views over the lake to the alps.
The perfect venue for functions – weddings, family celebrations or a day trip for lunch. 5mins off the main highway from Ashburton.
Lake Hood Drive, Lake Hood, Ashburton Ph 03 302 6064 info@lakehouselakehood.co.nz
It’s never too early for a summer salad! Come in and enjoy fresh seasonal salads, changing daily.
Vegan, gluten free and keto options available, and fantastic coffee as always. Eat in, takeaway and catering available. Easily accessible, with parking directly outside.
4/57 Mandeville Street, Riccarton Ph. 03 343 6394
Find us on: www.figrestaurant.co.nz
Crafted in the heart of Geraldine, the Humdinger Dry and Citrus Gins are worldclass. Winning Gold & Silver Medals in their first year of operation is testament to the diligence of the distillers.
The Dry Gin is an absolute classic with a beautifully long finish, while the Citrus Gin is fragrantly enticing and refreshing.
Order online or have a tasting in the distillery to find your new favourite.
Find us on:
www.humdinger.nz
Gold Card Lunches Mon-Fri
Mon/Tue Wood-fired pizzas $20
Tues Quiz night - free entry & prizes
Wednesday $15 Burgers
Thursday Rib night $20
Sunday $10 Waffles
Function Room - fundraisers/private functions
Takeaways available.
Open 7 days: 11.30am-late
Find us on: www.lakehouselakehood.co.nz 3a
Weedons Ross Road, West Melton Village Ph 03 421 6481
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If you are looking for coffee on the go or a gourmet meal. Cafe Mayfield is the stop for you. Dine in or takeaway here as you go through the beautiful Mid Canterbury scenic route. We provide a diverse menu, including barista coffee, all day breakfast, Sally’s homemade sausage rolls, fish and chips, and much much more. Make us your next stop for the whole family; we even have a playground for the kids!
1992 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Rd, Mayfield Ph: 03 303 6210
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Buzz Club’s Taproom has now opened in the Riverside Market Alleyways. Serving the full range of Buzz Club’s premium session meads, naturally brewed from native New Zealand honeys, local beers, wines and cocktails; the new spot is the perfect summer stop off.
Riverside Lane, Riverside Markets 96 Oxford Terrace
We make the freshest and best authentic Chinese food to delight your palate and feed your soul. Our food is made with healthy ingredients using our very own recipes. Try our homemade Dumplings, made fresh for you everyday. No MSG. Gluten free options available. Dine-in or takeaway + Menulog and UberEats. BYO wine & fully licensed. Open Tues to Sat 11.30am-9.30pm, Sun 11.30am-9pm.
21a Main North Rd, Papanui Ph. 03 354 6818
Find us on: www.chinakitchen.co.nz
TURKISH EGG (Cilbir egg)
Cilbir, or Turkish Eggs, is a delicious Turkish breakfast with poached eggs on a bed of garlic yogurt and topped with yummy chilli butter & za’atar with Turkish toast from Grizzly.
Scan QR code to get a free coffee when you are next dining in.
239 Opawa Road, Hillsborough Ph. 03 332 8587
Find us on: www.insitucafe.co.nz
Eat - Drink - Play
Join us for Melb Cup & Cup Week Racing. • Xmas Functions • Quiz Nights • Meetings! Superb food, great prices. Daily specials. Ample free parking! Your new local!
Open 7 Days 10am til Late
HNZ Excellence 2022 WINNER ‘Best Local’
1 Normans Road, Strowan
Ph: 03 355 5345
www.theelmwood.co.nz
The Fine Lion welcomes you to Ashburton with a relaxed atmosphere and a delectable menu for casual dining.
Drop in for a meal with friends, a snack or a drink at the bar - check out the full cocktail menu!
Our very popular private outdoor, heated balcony area is the place to be seen all year-round. Drop in and see what everyone is talking about.
Level 1, 152 Burnett St, Ashburton Ph. 03 307 0629
Find us on: www.thefinelion.co.nz
A new take on Gin. Deliciously dry with lots of up-front Juniper. Perfect as a Jinn and Tonic or Dry Martini. 3 different bottle sizes, free delivery nationwide.
Order online or have a taste and pick-up a bottle at a Farmers Market near you. Dates on Facebook.
Located in the heart of Little River, right next to Silostay, The One Next Door is now open for lunch and evening dining. Wood fire pizza, sharing plates, grill and a fully stocked bar.
Find us on: www.juniperdistillery.com
Join us at Protocol for a taste of our new summer menu featuring some amazing new dishes along with our classics. Our sun filled courtyard is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a bite to eat and a refreshing beverage, with share plates and platters available as well as cocktail style sharing jugs, grab your mates and head on down.
Open Tuesday to Sunday 11am until late.
2 Colombo St, Cashmere
Ph. 03 964 2880
Find us on:
www.protocolbar.co.nz
4247 Christchurch Akaroa Rd, Little River
To Book: 03 662 9988
Find us on:
@The_one_nextdoor
Market dates 20 Nov, 18 Dec, 15 Jan, 19 Feb.
We are famous around Canterbury as specialists in rustic home-cooked savoury and sweet foods.
We have heaps of great gift ideas in our store, championing all that is local and you will not find a better wine or craft beer selection anywhere on the Peninsula.
Open 7 days.
Main Road, Little River Ph 03 325 1933
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Calling all cheese lovers! One visit to this Cheese Bar and it’ll soon become your new favourite go-to spot for cheese, food, wine, and more. Bring a date, a few friends, or simply head here to treat yourself (and your taste buds). We aim to please with cheese! Whether you are coming to us for your first visit or are one of our regulars, your experience with us will always be unforgettable.
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch at Fino Hotel Ph. 027 779 9863
Find us on: www.cheesebar.co.nz
The Golden Mile Tavern has a family-friendly restaurant in the heart of Templeton and offers a consistent standard of delicious meals using locally sourced produce. Our restaurant is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, we also open for breakfast from 9am on weekends and serve a Roast every Sunday. Pop onto our website or Facebook for more information!
Cnr Main South Rd & Trents Rd Ph. 03 349 7022
Find us on: www.thegoldenmile.co.nz
Formosa afternoon tea available every Friday and Saturday.
To find out more about Formosa, just scan QR code to the right. Open Tue-Sat only.
173 West Street, Ashburton Ph 03 308 7874
info@formosainash.com
Find us on: www.formosainash.com
Owner/Operator Joel brings his love of hospitality to this well established neighbourhood cafe.
Alongside his experienced team they deliver consistently great coffee and fresh food made in-house, enjoyed in Oddfellows’ comfy atmosphere, whether you’re indoors or out in their generous sunny courtyard. Monday-Friday 7.30am-3.00pm.
5 Disraeli St, Addington
Find us on: www.oddfellowscafe.co.nz
Arewà Treats is a candy store created specially for grown-ups offering Gin and Tonic, Pina Colada, Sparkling Prosecco gummy bears and more. These are perfect additions to your hampers, picnic baskets, or enjoyed by themselves.
Shop in our online candy store or at selected stores for cocktail-inspired candies.
hello@arewatreats.co.nz www.arewatreats.co.nz
Stocking the well-known French-inspired J’aime Les Macarons. She Universe Chocolates, Italian Gelato, and mouthwatering freshly creamed donuts. Sweet Société offers a twist of European tea, French Baked Cheese Cakes, meringues, and more. With a wide range of gluten-free treats, you can be sure to find something for the whole family. All freshly baked and delivered daily. Open 7 Days.
356 Colombo Street, Sydenham (inside Colombo Mall) Ph 027 290 0977
Find us on: www.sweetsociete.co.nz
Welcome to Vinyl Café. Come in and try our own Four Aves roasted coffee. We have fresh daily cabinet food as well as “Roast your own” coffee available. Relax to some great music, play some “old school” video games or just read a magazine.
Support small locally owned and operated business.
24/B Essex Street, Phillipstown Ph 027 543 1877
Find us on: www.thecoffeeworkshop.co.nz
Located at the Chateau on the Park, Christchurch – a DoubleTree by Hilton, GCB sits amongst vibrant rose gardens and iconic Canterbury architecture. Available for lunch and dinner, bringing together seasonal menus and curated menus such as the Express Lunch and Garden High Tea, GCB celebrates the incredible produce that New Zealand has to offer with every plate.
189 Deans Avenue Ph. 03 343 9764
Find us on: gardencourtbrasserie.co.nz
Riverside Kitchen is a charming cooking school nestled above the Riverside Market. A cooking experience is the perfect gift for family, friends or work colleagues – especially if they are hard to buy for.
Join us for an intimate dinning experience exploring the best of the Nikkei cuisine. Discover the best Peruvian ingredients being transformed by Japanese techniques to create exquisite dishes. Find us upstairs at Riverside market open everyday for Lunch and Dinner. Packed with flavours, textures and made with beautiful techniques, our menu won’t cease to amaze you.
Upstairs at Riverside Market
Oxford Terrace Ph. 03 595 6685
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www.nikkei.co.nz
Upstairs - Riverside Market
Cnr Lichfield St & Oxford Tce Ph 021 168 7209
With a variety of classes and times we have something for everyone. Find us on: www.riversidekitchen.co.nz
You are invited to a picnic at our place! A whole new twist on a picnic - where you get to share a meal, nature and human interaction catered by us. Our indoor or outdoor flow areas are open, with a laid back communal feel. Our aim is to feed everyone, we have an all inclusive approach to food. Vegan/vegetarian, keto, gluten free, diabetic friendly etc.
Menu changes seasonally.
The Complex, 300 Hilton Highway, Washdyke, Timaru Ph: 027 397 9787
Find us on: www.piquenique.co.nz
Being NZ’s first authentic Moroccan Restaurant, we feel a great responsibility to introduce our guests to the wonderful flavours and hospitality of Morocco and provide an unforgettable dining experience. Savour the many layers of herbs and spices, infused oils and fragrant waters, the sweetness of syrups, honeyed fruits and nuts, the pungent saltiness of preserved lemons and olives.
So, take time to share the pleasure of eating at Mosaic by Simo.
Shop 3/300 Lincoln Rd, Addington. Ph: 03 338 2882
Find us on: www.mosaicbysimo.co.nz
Take the work out of your next dinner party. Providing a genuine customer-focused experience using natural products, delivered by our family-focused team.
• Private Functions
• Weddings
• Events
• Consulting & Temp Chefs
chantelle@twentyfourcatering.co.nz
Find us on: www.twentyfourcatering.co.nz
It’s a destination reminiscent of a time when ‘taking tea’ in a fine establishment was an occasion. Indulge in a Traditional High Tea this festive season. Birthdays, anniversaries, bridals and baby showers are all catered for and will be made into memorable affairs where you’re treated like a Royal. Book your high tea today!
37/3 Garlands Rd, Woolston Ph: 03 381 3445
Find us on: www.pennyblack.nz
Joyeux Noël! We know it may seem too early to talk Christmas, but we all know the festive season will be here sooner than we think. Do you have a special work or social club lunch to organise? Or do you want a unique French themed Christmas dinner with family or friends? We can organise everything and make life easier for you. Just call 03 355 8882 and talk to Hannah, our functions organiser extraordinaire!
106 Papanui Road, Merivale Ph 03 355 8882 mdcnzmerivale@gmail.com
Find us on: www.maisondecrepes.co.nz
Come and dine with us at Fisherman’s Wharf with some of NZ’s freshest seafood and best views.
Fisherman’s Wharf is in the heart of Lyttelton over looking the working port - the view is top class and forever changing.
A very relaxing nautical vibe.
Now offering a beautiful breakfast menu on Saturday and Sunday mornings!
39 Norwich Quay, Lyttelton Ph 03 328 7530
Find us on: www.fishermanswharf.nz
Food to calm your inner soul. Sometimes a little comfort food can go a long way. ...when was the last time you had a Fairlie Pie? A Cinnamon Scroll, Blueberry muffin or a Cheese or Date Scone? Served with our delicious Bruno Rossi Coffee you will enjoy our modern light décor plus our coffee loyalty card. Indonesian food available: Bakso, Rendang and more...
Mon-Fri 8am-3.30pm Sat 9am-2.30pm 142 Lyttelton St, Spreydon
Kia ora Canterbury welcome to the pleasures of Seismic Cider.
We are a family run boutique cidery based in the beautiful Horotane Valley producing award winning, modern, new world cider made with hand pressed local heritage apples.
Not too sweet, not too strong, just the way cider should be.
Taste, enjoy and relax.
Find us on:
www.seismiccider.co.nz
Strongly community focused, Waharoa Coop Cafe & Boutique Catering is committed to bringing our neighbourhood closer together. Featuring beautiful breads from artisan bakers, stunning food using fresh produce, catering for all dietary requirements, you’ll always find something to your liking that will make you return again and again.
Come and sit in the warm and try our Eggs Bene on Rewena!
122 Opawa Road, Opawa
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Mona Vale Homestead’s charming Pantry is now in Summer hours, open 5 days from Wednesday to Sunday.
Your choice of moreish brunch or lunch offers or perhaps treat yourself to a High Tea experience! Book for an inside table or meet your friends on the patio overlooking the Avon for a relaxing afternoon.
40 Mona Vale Avenue, Fendalton Ph: 03 341 7450
gather@monavale.nz
Find us on: www.monavale.nz
Experience the warm and inviting atmosphere of Soul Quarter, with fairy-lit summer courtyard dining and candlelit evening dining.
The talented head chef has put his whole heart into every dish he creates, celebrating local, fresh and seasonal produce with incredible flavours and plenty of options for those with dietary requirements.
Stranges Lane, 219 High St Ph. 03 261 6171
Find us on: www.soulquarter.co.nz
Always look on the “Bright Cider” Life! Open Now – with all the “core” elements of your favourite UK Cider bar and now serving delicious Cider with a ton of atmosphere and bar menu available.
The only craft cider bar in the South Island. The place to be for any true cider lover or to enjoy your favourite tipple.
Cheers – we look forward to seeing you. Open Wed 3pm-11pm Thurs-Sun 11am-11pm
150 Lichfield Street, Christchurch
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The Pop Top is a fresh new coffee cart based in the collaborative, creative space of TyanHaus. Manager, Ruben returns home with a goal after years honing his craft in London’s speciality coffee industry... to bring colour, brightness, and sweetness to Otautahi’s coffee scene. Open in TyanHaus Mon-Fri 8-2, Sat 10-4, with skateboarding, basketball and disc golf to enjoy!
TyanHaus 6 Carlyle St, Sydenham E: ruben@tyan.haus
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Located on Cavendish Road, locally owned café with a wide range of homemade cabinet food, full breakfast, brunch and lunch menu available. Providing gluten free options and can cater for any other dietary requirements on request.
Enjoy our Hummingbird roasted coffee blend made by our experienced baristas. Open 7 days, Mon-Sat 7am–4pm, Sun 8am-2pm.
24/150 Cavendish Road, Casebrook Ph. 03 352 0412
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Add 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water to a pot. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat to low, add 1/2 cup fresh raspberries, and mash into a pulp. Fine-strain the mix into a jar. Refrigerate until ready for use.
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Add the Lammermoor gin, lemon juice, raspberry syrup, and egg white into a shaker without ice and shake well for 20 seconds. Add ice to the shaker, and shake again for 20 seconds.
Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass, collecting the foam on top.
Garnish with a few fresh raspberries or a sprinkle of crushed freeze-dried raspberries.
Indian Roots. Well, it’s a Love Story. It’s been a decade of nostalgia and yet hard to forget the fragrance of fresh grounded spices by the streets, those aromatic flavours of Old-Delhi dishes and the endless whistles of the pressure cooker. Our love for food and passion for the right flavours encouraged us to present Indian Roots, a brand with a vision to create memories through great food and people. 346 Halswell Road Ph. 03 322 4600
Delicious hand crafted fruit mince tarts and Christmas cakes instore. Taking croissant orders for Christmas Eve collection now.
What Christmas would be without German Christmas Stollen?
Our Christmas stock has started arriving instore, with more arriving soon! Stollen, Lebkuchen, Gingerbread, Advent Calendars, Dominosteine and more.
Holiday closure dates online. 9c Normans Road, Strowan smokeddelight@gmail.com
Experience our truly authentic European Cafe & Deli - open Tuesday-Saturday.
The divine Market Place Restaurant at Crowne Plaza is just a five minute walk from three of Christchurch’s premier performance venues: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano.
Market Place’s popular pre-show menu is available between 5.30 and 7.30pm daily, and is amazing value at $55 per person for an entrée and main, or main and dessert, with a drink included.
Showcasing Canterbury, the seasonal menu, created by Executive Chef Katherine Mueller, features suppliers
such as Akaroa Salmon and Wakanui Beef.
Dining from the pre-show menu also entitles you to 25 percent o in 1851 Social bar on the ground floor if you return for a drink (or evening snack!) after the show.
If you’re not in search of a comprehensive dinner, Crowne Plaza also proudly presents the 1851 Social on the ground floor, which recently expanded to include a larger bar and dining space. It’s an ideal spot for a drink or light meal to start your evening. Try a cocktail or glass of Champagne in a sophisticated lounge setting.
www.christchurch.crowneplaza.com/market-place/
The lack of long-term houses for tenants is a hot topic. In a bid to address this, councils including Queenstown Lakes District Council have changed legislation to discourage property owners renting short term by having higher rates for properties let as holiday homes and requiring owners to obtain resource consent to operate holiday home letting. This comes at a significant cost to property owners.
Colleen Topping, director and owner of Home & Co Property Management in Wanaka says, “I have seen many property
owners switch from holiday home rentals to long term rentals because of the erratic cash flow that accompanies holiday letting.
It is either feast or famine. Great if your house was booked for Christmas / New Year, A&P Show weekend and Warbirds Over Wanaka but what of the in-between times? Long term rentals translate to an even cash flow. Once your property is rented you are almost guaranteed of a steady income.”
Thirdly, with holiday homes, do you know who made the booking? Is it really Mrs X from an upmarket suburb or is it for her son and his delightful party friends?
There is a lack of guest scrutiny on many booking sites. Holiday homeowners have complained about a lack of accountability when things get damaged or go missing and the costs can mount.
In summary, the three “Cs” – council, cashflow and credibility favour choosing long term rentals over holiday letting.
For more information about the Wanaka market, contact Home & Co for free advice and a free-market rent appraisal.
www.homeandco.co.nz
Specialising in renovating, replacing and designing kitchens, Dream Doors Kitchens knows how to create a fabulous and functional space in the heart of your home.
Specialising in renovating, replacing and designing kitchens, Dream Doors Kitchens knows how to create a fabulous and functional space in the heart of your home.
dreamdoors.co.nz
Are you dreaming of a better kitchen?
Only available online, the Emma Comfort Mattress has been engineered in Germany using the highest quality foam. As a medium-firm mattress, it’s an ideal choice for those who can’t decide between a soft or firm feel.
There are two internal layers; the first is 5cm of ‘Airgocell’ contouring foam – an open pore foam that allows 50 percent more air to circulate than your normal memoryfoam. The base layer is 20cm of HRX high-density foam, also open pore and with support zones so that support is applied where your body needs it most.
The ability for air to flow through
the foam allows for a cooler sleep during those hot summer nights. Available in single to super king, the mattress includes ‘Zero Motion’ technology that prevents even the most restless of sleepers from disturbing their partner
I slept pretty soundly on the mattress, and it reminded me of the firmness of beds in good hotels, but my wife couldn’t get a good sleep on it at all. It’s in cases like ours that thankfully the mattress comes with a 120-night, money back guarantee, with all returns being donated to charity. That sounds like a win-win to me
Shade in outdoor space is critical once that temperature creeps up. Our trees: native, ornamental, or fruiting, create the urban forest and play a bigger part of the picture than you might think.
There are several benefits to utilising a tree canopy, rather than something constructed, for shelter. A deciduous tree will let the light and warmth you want into the house as the canopy thins for autumn. In the hot months, the transpiration of trees cools the air around them. A row of trees will shade a paved area, cooling the ground itself for bare feet, plus minimising that heat radiation upwards that can feel like the last straw on a sweltering February day.
People often look for a wind break, and a tree that has been cropped to encourage low growth creates a great wind shadow. Trees in a garden setting are the quintessential Kiwi dream and are a big part of
the urban forest.
For expert advice in both residential and commercial management of trees, you can’t do better than asking The Tree People.
“We combine the science and art of tree care with technical experience, passion, advanced equipment, and sustainable practices,” says Co-owner Raoni Hammer.
The team also trim trees for powerline safety and o er emergency services. Sustainability is central to their approach. “We use electric chainsaws, biodegradable chainsaw lubrication, and silt traps to prevent runo into sensitive riparian areas. We insulate our chipper to reduce noise pollution.”, says Raoni.
Their website is packed with advice on tree care and Raoni says “Book us in for a free consultation about how to get the most out of your tree canopy and garden this summer.”
www.thetreepeople.nz
With the recent introduction of Christchurch City Council water usage rates, the team has been thinking of ways to make your water go further.
“When you are setting your garden up for summer, start with how you can use less water in the dryer months,” says Raoni. “We advise that you don’t plant until autumn and choose an environmentally appropriate species.
“Also, increase soil quality to retain moisture by mulching, composting, or using Biochar, and allowing healthy leaf drop to remain. Water first thing or after sundown, and think about rainwater collection systems.”
Be it barbecues or backyard cricket, gardening or grooming the spoodle, we are in our backyards as often as the weather allows.
If last year taught us anything, it’s that is is a good idea to be prepared with a functional home office space.
Whether you were unable to cross everything o your to-do list at work or perhaps a global pandemic has suddenly made remote working the norm for you, having a dedicated home o ce zone where you can get stuck in and focus makes it much easier to pick up where you left o .
In an open-plan space, colour is a great tool for delineating areas for di erent tasks or uses while also connecting them to keep your look cohesive.
Grey-toned greens are currently among the most popular hues available. Given that they’re both contemporary and relaxing, variations like Resene Thor and Resene Paris White are great picks in a multi-purpose where activities can demand concentration and calm.
The key to creating a sense of interconnectivity between two areas that each feature a di erent ‘hero’ hue is to weave a few flourishes of one into the other. For example, while Resene Paris White is the main wall colour in the o ce area, a simple painted grid design, a shelf and a painted box in Resene Thor layer the key colour from the lounge zone.
Sometimes, certain spaces and needs demand physical division. Rather than erecting walls that break up the flow of your open-plan space and block sunlight, a low bookcase is an ideal addition for separating a home o ce area from a lounge. If you need a more temporary solution than a full-on built-in bookcase, you can paint a new or second-hand standalone one front and back in the same colour as your walls.
Floor in Resene Mako, left side of wall in Resene Paris White with grid design in Resene Thor, middle stripe, top of dividing wall in Resene Saltpan, righthand side of dividing wall and righthand side of wall in Resene Thor.
Portobello Chair from Dawson and Co, Armadillo Braid Rug in Chalk from The Ivy House, State Highway 39 art print by Sarah Parkinson from endemicworld, Polar bear from Flotsam and Jetsam, Cushions from Republic Home.
FIND INSPIRATION at www.resene.co.nz
Allwood
Experienced, knowledgeable staff will give information and advice via email, phone or in person at Allwood Trees. Send us your landscape plan and we can advise on plant selection.
This is a plan with detailed specifications related to your property. Showing both botanical and common names of trees and shrubs, as well as quantites and other relevant comments (eg spacing).
Send us your plant list and we will quote as quickly as possible. We are able to provide different tree and shrub size options and suggest alternatives if particular trees or shrubs are not available.
We can deliver and plant trees purchased from Allwood Trees. We do everything from digging the hole to staking the tree and adding slow release fertiliser.
We have a great garden maintenance service. We liaise with you regarding any changes required with your garden and can implement a great maintenance programme to keep your garden looking pristine all year.
Allwood has a great Landscape construction service specialising in soft landscape work. From planning to completion, Allwood can transform your property.
The minimalist life doesn’t work for everyone. If you are a collector of many things, it can be easy to let your house slip slightly out of order.
ant to be true to the (messy) you? Here are some tips to keep your household chaos under control.
Design a system that syncs with your own personal habits—one that keeps things simple. If something feels overly complicated and requires too much e ort, we will likely not follow it. For example, if you’re not going to take the time to neatly fold a towel over a towel rack, then ditch the rack and opt for some modern wall hooks.
Have a home for everything, so that things don’t just get left on random
surfaces around the house. For example this could be a bowl for keys by the door, a hook for the dog leash, or dedicated baskets for shoes or mail.
Take stock of things that create a mess. If you’re an avid reader who has books strewn around, find ways to artfully arrange those items to match the décor. Stack them on a bench, or in rows on top of your dresser.
If opting for shelf styling, create areas for the eyes to rest. Use negative space, and varying layers in height. Try layering with a tall piece of art, a medium one in front, and a smaller piece in front of that.
Specialist,
Combining aesthetics with practical hardwearing use asks for joinery that covers the gamut from traditional hardwoods to the latest and greatest in synthetic polymers.
Any joiner operating at the top of their game in the twenty-first century understands how to work with this vast range of materials, and master the range of styles.
Murray Hewitt, Director at Murray Hewitt Joinery delights in the fact where once the craft of joinery relied on wood, screws, and glue, it has added the latest in modern construction
technology to its repertoire.
“We always think outside the square for clients,” says Murray, “we are not set in our ways and when the client tells us what they are looking for, we can work with them on finding the ideal material for the project. Our skills cover totara to blackened steel, and everything in between.”
The team has the whole house covered from windows to bespoke wardrobe fitouts.
“We will match materials to a traditional home, or be right there with you on your choice of cutting edge materials and design.”
www.mhj.co.nz
The contemporary home is all about contrasts in texture and colour, be they elegantly subtle or inspiringly vibrant.
The company opened its second Christchurch show home in July, on its display site and Southern Regional O ce in Hornby, and is now gearing up for further expansion.
Outfitted by a group of carefully selected partners, the show home opening formally marked the reinvigoration of Lockwood’s presence throughout the South Island, post Covid-19.
The new home, The Vacationer (pictured bottom right page), is a stylish, large twobedroom home from the company’s Ready Built series.
Already it has attracted wide interest with several versions likely to roll out of the company’s Rotorua factory in the coming months.
“Once completed and outfitted, visitors and even the Vacationer’s building team have been surprised by the size, and flexibility of the floorplan,” says Karen Gillam, who manages the southern operations and show homes.
“A lot of the credit must go to our partners, particularly around the window treatments, lighting, kitchen units and appliances,” adds Karen.
The home was built by C2C Construction, which has since been appointed the Christchurch-Canterbury Licensed Builders. Headed by Callum and Rohan Bowman, the C2C team has built numerous Lockwood homes across Canterbury, from Hanmer to Christchurch and Selwyn in recent years.
New Licensed Builders have also recently been appointed in Dunedin, the West Coast and Inland-Mid-South Canterbury, says
Lockwood also has partnerships with former franchisees in the Waitaki and Southland, and The Central Otago – Lakes licensee was appointed several years ago.
“We’re delighted with the calibre of each business in the revitalised network and particularly with the appointment of so many experienced Lockwood builders.
“We’ll announce equally outstanding appointments in both the Nelson-Tasman and Marlborough regions in the next few weeks,” John adds.
Additionally, the company will soon celebrate the unveiling of an indoor building facility in Waimakariri, where up to four of its Ready Built relocatable plans can be completed all under cover, simultaneously.
Lockwood Homes use a unique and exclusive system, locking locally sourced solid laminated timber planks and patented aluminium profiles together to create a strong, versatile structure.
The homes are built from a trusted supply of locally sourced materials, meaning there are minimal disruptions to the building timeline due to supply issues that other home builds may experience.
The company can use conventional home plans adapted by its architectural designers, utilise one of its existing plans, or construct a completely bespoke home for clients.
To start your Lockwood journey, head along to the show homes, situated at 431 Main South Road, Hornby. They’re open 10am-4pm Monday to Friday and 1pm- 4pm on Sunday.
Something as small as a Christmas decoration can help achieve that point of di erence. The team at the Cosi Fan Tutte Christmas Shoppe in The Tannery have made it their mission to source unique decorations, especially from Scandinavia. They still stock their signature Walther & Co metal tea light houses, wreaths and garlands, but this year there are new delights too. From En Gry and Sif come the cutest standing felt reindeer, hand decorated. From Nordstjerne come elegant folded decorations all made from sustainable materials. These decorations are truly timeless and designed to be passed down through the family.
www.cosifantutte.co.nz
French Blue has a collection of beautiful and antique pieces, each carefully selected by owner Catherine Matthews.
Vintage grain sack and linen cushions, gorgeous European jewellery, bags, scarves, rugs, and linen are just some of the choices. An array of fragrant candles, di users, soaps, and atomisers, mix beautifully with curated tableware and unique ceramics from Spain, Mexico, Sweden, Portugal, England, Poland, Italy, France, and Morocco. Gorgeous cards and co ee table books about interior décor and cuisine are thoughtfully displayed.
“Come in, immerse yourself and choose your Christmas gifts from a range selected to make you, your family and friends, and your home feel more beautiful this festive season,” says Catherine.
Visit 9a Normans Road, or call 03 355 7545.
STACK BOOKS FROM BIG TO SMALL OR MIX IT UP. You could curate small piles of three or five books, which makes it easier to read the spines and locate a book when you need it.
SPREAD OUT EACH STYLED PLACEMENT and don’t put all the same textures or colours together. For example, give brass, wood, and black tones room to breathe.
BRING A LITTLE LIFE TO YOUR DISPLAY WITH NATURE. Think trailing plants with delicate foliage. Choose plants that suit the amount of natural light the shelf receives – and don’t forget to water them!
PLACE A BELOVED CURIO ON TOP of a pile of books to add some height where needed –it’s a charming way to bring everything together.
THE KEY TO KEEPING SHELVING SIMPLE AND UNCLUTTERED, elegant yet uncontrived, is to include pieces you love that are also practical and functional. Cull to the minimum so there is no overcrowding.
DISPLAY FAVOURITE BOOKS AND CURRENT MAGAZINES in a stylish magazine holder. Regularly edit your reads as trends change and your style evolves.
SETTLE IN. If space allows, have a reading chair nearby so
Increased traffic volumes, congestion, tiredness and people driving in unfamiliar environments all signal a need to take extra care while driving during any holiday period.
Being courteous, remembering to share the road with others and scheduling frequent breaks can help you keep your cool when driving during these times.
HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO BEAR IN MIND FOR SAFE TRAVEL:
• Plan ahead
• Take time to make sure that you and your vehicle are safe before starting your journey.
• Avoid the worst peak tra c periods when many highways become congested.
• Allow plenty of time – make the journey part of the holiday.
• Schedule regular rest stops.
• Slow down, leave space and be patient through road-works sites.
• Be alert to any changes.
• Drive cautiously in wet weather conditions.
BY BEN SELBY
Nothing screams “land of the free, home of the brave” quite like a double cab truck. Such is the case with the Chevrolet Silverado.
t has been a few years since the Chevy bowtie started to sell its iconic truck through General Motors Specialty Vehicles' New Zealand dealerships. Buyers could choose between the heavy duty 2500 HD or the slightly smaller 1500 LTZ. Now, a new version of the Silverado has landed, and it is by far the most a ordable.
Called the 1500 LT Trail Boss, it retails at $119,990 plus ORC which is $22K less than the regular 1500 LTZ. As its not-sosubtle name suggests, this Chevy is about hauling loads o the beaten track.
These loads can also be of a substantial size thanks to its 6.2L Ecotech3 V8 and payload of 752kg. Oh, and you can also tow 3.5 tonnes.
Rather than blind us with flashy bits and chrome trim, the Trail Boss projects a rugged image with all terrain rubber adorning black 18-inch alloys to go with blacked out grill and accents. As the Trail Boss doesn’t come with factory side steps, you must prop yourself up sharpish to reach the cabin.
Once inside you are greeted with durable and incredibly spacious surroundings. There are also a tonne of hidey holes and storage bins, one of which could quite easily hold a 12-pack of refreshing beverages. The Trail Boss gets a reversing camera, parking sensors
front and rear, power down tailgate, lane departure warning and Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto
Fire up and you don’t get a big thunderous growl, but more of a background burble. This V8 is all about subdued noise and power under control.
The latter of these becomes blindingly obvious once you get going. Despite kitted out in all-terrain rubber, tyre roar is kept minimal. Put your foot down and you ride a wave of seamless torque up to a gentle cruise.
So relaxing is the Trail Boss you could even drive it with your thumb and index finger. You just need an arm out the window and Waylon Jennings on your Spotify.
The Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss is certainly not for everyone. Then again, it was never supposed to be. What it will do though is make heading down the highway, with the biggest load of firewood imaginable, a laugh. It makes no excuses for what it is, and the result is a drive you won’t forget in a hurry. Just don’t try and park it in town.
While it was considered a taboo subject with some members of the automotive community, owning a car powered by an engine which owed its existence to breakthrough German inventor, Rudolf Diesel, certainly had its advantages.
Diesel engines are generally more fuel e cient than regular internal combustion engines and diesel-powered vehicles o er more low-down torque.
With this pulling power more immediate lower in the rev range, diesel vehicles have also proven ideal at towing and hauling heavy loads. You probably have a friend or
family member who does just that.
The only snag was you had to pay road user charges to keep your diesel car road legal, but this wasn’t so bad since the price of diesel fuel was so much cheaper than regular unleaded fuel. Or so, it was.
Diesel fuel is now on par and in some cases, even more expensive than 91 Octane at the pump. I have seen diesel fuel costing 10 cents more than 91 in some places. If this trend continues, the diesel engine’s benefits will be greatly eclipsed in the minds of many motorists, replaced instead with the foreboding thought of forking out more dough to keep them on the road.
BY
Many moons ago, the advantages of owning a dieselpowered vehicle were numerous.
New Zealand-based company UBCO, a global leader in electric adventure vehicles (EAVs), is redefining the utility and recreation vehicle experience.
The 2X2 Adventure Motorbike puts the riding experience at the centre of its focus being all-wheel drive (AWD), lightweight, quiet, and easy to ride.
Available in black and white, the 2X2 Adventure motorbike is thoughtfully designed to provide a tougher, yet fun experience that is rare to find on the market.
The UBCO is also a fantastic commuter,
able to deal with urban areas with ease. The low centre of gravity and twist-andgo throttle provides a stable and highly responsive ride making it easy for anyone to handle.
And with no clutch to worry about, hop on, twist the throttle and go!
Equipped with a 1kW motor in each wheel, which work together to power through any terrain, the all-wheel-drive bike has a lightweight design allowing for easy transportation when attached to cars or trucks.
The vehicle’s frame has 19 di erent attachment points to a x all sorts of
With all the benefits of the Lockwood building system, eco-smart principles and superior design and aesthetics, ReadyBuilt by Lockwood offer a high performance home, built under cover to your unique specifications and delivered to your site.
ReadyBuilt homes have been thoughtfully designed for functionality, beauty and ease of use while being cost effective to transport. A range of pre-consented designs from 60m² to 142m² are available, or talk to us about bespoke design options.
View the new ReadyBuilt Vacationer at 431 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch. Open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Sunday 1pm – 4pm (Closed Saturday and public holidays)
Talk to our friendly team about a Lockwood ReadyBuilt® relocatable home delivered to your site today!
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