Savvy August 2016

IINSPIRED N S P I R E D BY B Y NORTHLAND N O RT H L A N D

AUGUST 2016

Real Food Pledge

Local girl comes clean

Plus our people | health | home trends | giveaways

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Editor’s Note

AUGUST 2016

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I love food.

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That’s the problem, especially when it comes to winter.

The SAVVY team are excited to bring you a foodie issue this month, highlighting some of the best places to eat and visit, here in our hometown Whangarei.

There’s been many changes in our city lately and even though the weather’s chilly, there seems to be a buzz from place to place, as locals and visitors alike enjoy dining out again, taking delight in city life.

It’s refreshing to see.

Over the past year, I have been lucky enough to review many of the restaurants in town and each time I walk away thinking, how far Whangarei has come.

We have amazing talent here in Northland and local pride brightly shining through our top quality dishes and improved wait service.

If you haven’t dined out in a while, I suggest you browse though the pages and see what stands out to you.

Maybe you are a dine-in type and would consider trying something new this month?

There’s something for every palette and an enjoyable read for all.

Learning more about our local people behind the businesses is what we are all about.

Grab yourself that coffee and cake and enjoy!

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A family transforms with healthy eating & living

BY PHILIPPA MANNAGH

The effects on this family have been breathtaking

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t was during the wee hours of the morning when, once again, holding their daughter, Olivia, down to administrate medicines, that Nectar Cafe owners Nigel and Debbie Stowe decided enough was enough.

googled everything on healthy eating. It was the casein in the dairy that was brought to his attention. They were soon consumed with this new found possibility and educated themselves as much as possible over the coming months.

While on holiday for twelve days, the pair decided to take the plunge and go cold turkey on a plant based diet, cutting out anything processed, dairy and gluten. After three years of sleepless nights, by day five Olivia was sleeping through the night and her allergies had calmed down.

As a bi-product of this new-found way of life, both Nigel and Debbie shed their excess weight and found themselves transformed through a healthy lifestyle and careful eating habits.

The couple experienced an increase of energy, clarity and health benefits. Their daughter was thriving and the whole family were on board creating their new everyday normal.

Over three months Nigel lost 10kgs from cutting out dairy, gluten and meat and Debbie wasn’t far behind him.

They focused on a plant based diet, low fat and high carbs

After numerous doctors appointments and specialist advice over the years that had failed to see long lasting results, the concerned parents starting looking into alternative answers for their daughter’s excruciating gut reactions and allergies.

The lifestyle changes over the next four years, uncovered breathtaking results for the family.

From the age of six months, Olivia would buckle over with pain. She experienced eczema so bad that she couldn’t sleep though the night until she was three years old.

That same memorable night, Nigel sat at his computer and

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- lots of beans, dahl and chickpeas. The juicer made a daily appearance and they focused on organic as well as reading all labels. The journey wasn’t over completely for their daughter, but the positive evidence was so clear that these were habits that were going to stick.

The road also led on to thinking about what was in their wine, their toothpaste and the soaps they used. Slowly, they eliminated and replaced these items, especially shampoo that creates skin barrier issues and had all added to Nigel’s extreme hayfever symptoms that would take him out for a few days at a time.

The effects on this family have been breathtaking and without pressuring their lifestyle on others, the couple are passionate about sharing their experiences for all those who are interested, offering many of these real food choices to the public in their popular cafe. “I want to believe in the food I’m putting up,” says Debbie, the head chef at the couple’s second home.

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bad tummy aches and problems my whole life but hadn’t really connected that to the food that I was eating. About five years ago now I went to Thailand for four weeks and only ate Thai food, which is mostly made up of fresh meats, seafood, veggies and fruit.

After four weeks I felt really amazing, full of energy, balanced, lighter and my tummy aches were gone! It all just clicked for me that the processed food that I ate at home was not doing me any favours and that I should not eat it.

But of course when I came home I slipped back to my normal way of eating and I felt the same old way I always had which was not good. I decided that I needed to break up with processed food and commit to real food so I started what I called my ‘real food pledge’ I started the blog as a way to keep myself on track with my real food pledge but it grew and grew because people were interested in following my real food journey.

I was one of those girls who was always on a diet, you name it I have tried it!

OUR PEOPLE

Real Food Pledge

What is your main focus, your motivation?

I love to experiment with recipes and make healthy versions of my old favourites, I am passionate about creating yummy food from real ingredients. I really enjoy helping other people see how easy and tasty it is to be healthy and that we don’t have to over complicate the way that we view food. Just eat real food and love it.

What is your most popular recipe?

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aralee’s Real Food Pledge blog was created in 2013, initially to keep her new-found way of eating on track but it grew into something a lot bigger than expected. Suffering from a negative relationship with food, numerous diets and a food intolerance that couldn’t be pin-pointed, Caralee found that by eating only real food there are so many positive benefits. She’s achieved a much happier, healthier lifestyle and is now passionate about inspiring others to find that balance.

Caralee, you are from Whangarei, a local girl. Tell us a bit about where you grew up, your history here?

I was born and raised in Whangarei and spent the majority of my childhood growing up in Morningside

Road where I have loads of very fond memories. We had a huge back yard and my parents had loads of fruit trees, a veggie garden and chickens. My dad is a keen sailor so we spent lots of time on the boat in the Whangarei Harbour and in the Bay of Islands, we were always diving for fresh seafood and fishing from the boat. Food was a huge part of my upbringing, this is probably where my love of food came from. I went to Whangarei Girls’ High and worked at various places around town once I left school and then moved to Auckland and then finally the Gold Coast.

What got you started on the real food journey?

I was one of those girls who was always on a diet, you name it I have tried it!

They all worked but when you stop, they stop working and it is a bit of a vicious cycle. I also suffered really

One of my most popular recipes is a super yummy chocolate brownie that is made with kumara. This recipe is in my new book Real Food Everyday and also on my blog Real Food Pledge. As with all of my recipes it is gluten, dairy and refined sugar free. It is also nut free so it’s perfect for lunch boxes and is so easy to make and really delicious.

What is the main thing that you would like readers to come away with?

I love inspiring people to cook simple meals using a handful of everyday real ingredients. I am focused of it being easy and full of flavour, if it isn’t these two things then why would you want to do it? I want people to know keeping it simple is the key, you don’t have to be on the diet roller coaster and that you can can enjoy amazing food, guilt free.

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Suk Jai Thai Restaurant

Charn Tiebtienrat and his family are happy that they made the decision to move north and love the city with the people here impressing them the most.

and attitude. Because they are always so grateful to have customers coming through their door time after time. “We are so happy that we are busy, we are lucky to do so well,” Charn humbly says.

Q: Can you tell us about one of your proudest moments at work?

Q:What is your most popular dish?

A: When I received a personal response from the previous

A: Panang Suk Jai Curry with deep fried chicken as it’s the

Thai Prime Minister. In 2014, on the day when her government

most concentrated, having no water added to the paste.

had been ousted by the military coup d’état, I wrote an open

This provides a strong flavour and people love it.

letter on my own Facebook page to tell her how much the

Q:What is on the kids menu?

award she presented to our restaurant means to us. And I

A: Apart from chicken nuggets or fish and fries, we also do children sized Thai Fried Noodles and Thai Fried Rice, children sized juices, smoothies, and soft drinks.

Q: Is there parking nearby, easy access?

The people of Whangarei really like Suk Jai Thai Restaurant as the place is now been ranked number one on TripAdvisor in Whangarei Restaurant Category.

Suk Jai Thai is the only Thai Restaurant in Whangarei to have received the prestigious “Thai Se-lect Premium Award” from Thai Prime Minister in March 2013 to certify and recognize authentic Thai cuisine of the highest standard!

It is so important for the restaurant that each dish tastes the same, consistency is their key. Charn and his team go to great lengths to make sure every sauce tastes the same, made by his mother and each one taste tested. They have a system in place now to pre make the sauces from scratch to speed up service.

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Suk Jai Thai, however, is the only Whangarei establishment which has received this award.

want her to know about it, because there is nothing which makes one happier than knowing that they have done something which changes someone’s lives for the better. My open letter was extensively read and shared on Facebook, and finally reached her. She replied saying how touched she

A: Yes there is lots of parking and all of it free. Even with the

was. We hope to see her in our restaurant one day.

road works at present, there is always a place to find a park

Q:What drives you to be in the food industry?

Q: Do you support any community initiatives and/or charities?

A: My grandmother was a very knowledgeable housewife

A: Yes, and we sometimes initiate the fundraising ourselves

who knows her herbs and spices. This knowledge was

too! In May 2015, I dressed my famous Emperor Penguin in

passed to my mother. So when my mum dined out in

Nepali clothing to raise money for the Nepal Earthquake. In

Thailand, she usually can guess the ingredients used in many

only three weeks, we raised several thousand dollars from

restaurants’ signature dishes and try making those dishes out

our lovely customers.

for herself at home.

Q:What’s your secret to keeping customers coming in?

Q: How would you describe the dining atmosphere?

A: I think it’s because I don’t think I am an expert in

A: We try to make it very pleasant and it’s often buzzing with

hospitality. My fields of study are in other areas, so because

lots of people. We spend time making the restaurant look nice,

our business belongs to the family we make sure we are

linen napkins and candles to provide an intimate feeling too.

always improving ourselves, being nice, smil-ing and we don’t

Q: How long have you been operating?

have a big ego. We like to listen and learn from feedback.

A: Three years and eleven months!

Q: Describe a typical work week:

Q:What awards have you received?

A: I wake up and shower, dress in my uniform and work the

A: Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra personally

lunch shift that finishes around 2:30pm when I get to eat

presented the prestigious Thai Select Award to me in March

lunch. Then I prepare to open for dinner service, setting

2013. Thai Select Award is an award from the Thai Prime

tables and finish my shift around 9pm when I eat my meal.

Minister Office to recognise and certify Thai restaurants

I then head to the supermarket for any ingredients we need

outside Thailand which serve authentic Thai cuisine of

and drop them to the restaurant. We set up for the next day’s

the highest standard. Altogether there are only eight Thai

lunch service then home to check Facebook, catch up with

restaurants in New Zealand which have received this award.

friends overseas watch a bit of TV and go to bed.

Venison Larb

By Tom Hishon

Tom Hishon is the head chef and owner of popular Auckland restaurant Orphans Kitchen. He is an advocate of New Zealand farm-raised venison.

INGREDIENTS 500g farm raised venison mince; 2 garlic cloves, - sliced 1 red onion - peeled and quartered 2 baby cos lettuce, rinsed well 4 fresh plums - halved 2 tbsp mustard seeds 3 Tbsp Worcester sauce 1 fresh rosemary sprig - chopped 1/4 tsp chilli flakes 1/2 cup Pinot Gris 1 cup water 1/4 cup olive oil - plus dash for onions and cos 1/4 cup tarragon - chopped 1/4 cup parsley - chopped cracked pepper, salt 1 lime

DIRECTIONS

Heat a fry pan on the stove to a medium heat. Rub the flesh side of the onions with olive oil and a pinch of salt, place on the pan flesh side down until a good char is established. Turn the onions to the other flesh side and repeat. Remove the onions and set aside. Return the pan to the stove on

a low heat and burn off the Pinot Gris wine. Set aside. Heat a heavybased pot to a medium to high heat.

Add half the olive oil, the venison mince, sliced garlic, chopped rosemary and chilli flakes. Slice the cooked red onions into further segments and add to the mince mixture with a healthy pinch of salt, then break up the mince with a wooden spoon, continuing to stir and cook over a high heat for 8-10 minutes to establish a deep dark roasted colour on the meat. This rich colour is crucial to the end result of the dish. To the pot, add the burnt-off Pinot Gris, then the mustard seeds, Worcester sauce and water. Simmer the pot over a low heat, stirring every minute or so until the liquid has reduced by half and the consistency of the mince is loose.

While the mince is simmering, preheat your oven grill to high. Place the plum halves skin side up on a tray in the oven to caramelise the flesh, then turn to blister the skin. This should take 8-10 minutes. The plums are ready when soft.

Take out of the oven, and remove the

Hot ‘n’ Juicy

blistered skins. Return the fry plan to the stove over a medium heat. Cut the baby cos in half lengthways, rub with a dash of olive oil, a pinch of salt and place face down in the pan. Once the leaf is crisp take out of the pan.

Fold the remaining olive oil and four skinless plum halves through the mince mixture.

Then add in the chopped tarragon and parsley, and season with pepper and salt. To serve, place half a cos head on a plate with the charred side facing up. Squeeze some lime juice inside,

there are fruit juice shops on nearly every corner, which are always busy because people will tend to buy healthy drinks instead of canned soft drinks if they are convenient and quickly made. My personal belief is healthy eating is very important for our bodies to function properly, so I was inspired to offer people an option of pure unrefined and unprocessed beverages.

Q:What is your top seller?

A: Purple Rain made of blueberries, boysenberries, banana, honey with frozen yogurt or Ice cream is our top seller the green juice range is especially popular with professionals in town and Citrus Dream, made of lemon, orange, pineapple, honey with ginger, is a great winter juice for people with a cold. Kids and adults also love our range of premium ice creams and often treat themselves to a frozen yoghurt mixed with their choice of ‘real’ frozen fruit and berries.

Q: Do you only sell juice and smoothies?

A: No, we also offer great lunch specials, (such as toasted sandwiches, nachos, and soups) for people who want to enjoy a quick and healthy meal and we also added award

then spoon the venison mince into the lettuce. Place half a plum atop of each, followed by another squeeze of lime juice and finish with cracked pepper.

— Serves 4

Q:What is instore for Hot’n’Juicy in the future?

A: Over the last 7 years we have been focusing mainly on healthy beverages and am grateful for the ongoing support from my customers. I want to continue to offer healthy alternatives to Whangarei, so we are including healthy homemade snacks to the menu in the near future.

OUR GIFT TO YOU For the month of August, for the first 100 customers to mention this article ,when you order a ‘fruit smoothie’ or ‘coffee’ we will shout you a piece of our ‘bake of the day’ or a standard coffee/hot chocolate FREE! Just see us for all the details.

winning Story Coffee last year to our shop. We always go the extra mile for new creations so we continually have delicious

Muska Lee, the owner of Hot ‘n’ Juicy, moved to New Zealand in 2009 from Taiwan. She had always loved New Zealand because of the beautiful beaches, clean air and green landscape, so when the opportunity arose she left her home country to start a new life in Whangarei.

Over the years, she’s been an active member of the community and has made many Kiwi friends, and now considers this place as her second home.

surprises for the customers. Currently, we are offing gourmet muffins, cakes and biscuits. I like asking customers for their ideas of what food choices they would like me to provide, and I think this is the reason I am able to keep good relationships with many of my customers.

Q:What’s your secret to keeping customers coming back?

A: We have a lot of regular customers because they know they get value for their money. They can enjoy a quality beverage starting from $5.50, compared to our competitors

Q:Why are you so passionate about your Hot’n’Juicy business?

pricing of $7.90. I believe thanking repeat customers for

A: When I arrived in Whangarei I discovered there was

card program.

limited options for healthy food and drinks. In Taiwan

supporting my business is important, so we have a loyalty

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Meganlicious Cakes

Q: Can you tell us about one of your proudest moments in business?

A: Becoming part of the amazing team of the One Stop Wedding Shop in Whangarei. I love being able to provide a collective service for brides and grooms to be.

Q:What is your most popular dish?

Q:Why did you decide to pursue a career in the food industry?

A: That would have to

A: My sister said, there was a cupcake competition, and that

be my vegan salted

I should enter. I did, and I won it. I then made a 3d dinosaur

caramel cupcakes.

cake for my friend’s son, and everyone said wow! This led

They are always the

to people asking me to make cakes for them, and from there,

first to go at any expo

my lovely business developed. I have previously painted

or function. I also

and drawn, and worked with clay, so working with fondant

supply them in a trio

was a brilliant way for my artistry to shine through. My first

pack to Mint Floral.

wedding cake was an exciting moment for me. I have to say; I

Q: Do you have gluten-free/ sugarfree options?

Q: Do you support any community initiatives and/or charities?

Q:What is your favourite flavour?

A: Yes I do. I often

A: The Ovarian Cancer Society – This year I raised $1,000.00

A: Oh there are just so many! Raspberry & White Chocolate or

come up with my own

to help spread awareness. I reached out to other mums in

Lime & Coconut.

recipes, or adapt tried

business, who were only too happy to supply amazing prizes

To be honest, I know that the traditional fruit cake is not as

and true ones, to meet my amazing customers’ needs.

for people to bid on. I also sold small bottles of teal nail polish

popular when it comes to custom made cakes, but I just love

Q:What drives you everyday?

which is the official colour for ovarian cancer awareness.

a decent fruit cake. It keeps for ages and you can take a slice

A: It’s letting my inner child loose. In my commercial kitchen,

Q:What’s your secret to keeping customers coming in?

off every now and then when you fancy it!

I am 5 again; releasing my imagination while working on the

A: Really listening to the brief they give me and making sure

Q: Describe a typical work week

cakes!

that I provide excellent customer service. I really love to make

Q: How would you describe a Meganlicious experience?

people happy by providing them with not only a good looking

A: My byline is “delicious imaginings brought to life”, so I take

Q:What is one of the most memorable cakes you have made?

the time to listen to what my customers want and I try to use my creative knowledge and different techniques to facilitate this.

Q: How long have you been operating?

really love making wedding cakes.

cake, but a delicious one too.

A: One client wanted a Dream Catcher. Instead of giving them a basic “cake on a board”, I wanted to give them something

A: I try to keep a steady work home life balance. Monday is admin day and getting organized for the week ahead. Tuesday to Thursday are my creation days reserved for baking, icing and covering cakes’. Friday and Saturday are cake pickup/ delivery days; I like these days the best as I get to watch the excitement on the customer’s face when they see their cakes for the first time.

out of the ordinary. I had to work out the structure, how it was

A: I have been hobby cake making since 2012, but I’ve been

going to hang and getting the frame fabricated. Sometimes

operating commercially since August 2014.

it’s like being an engineer, working through the process and problem solving to realize a design that matches your

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imagination.

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Raw Choc Mint Cake

By Caralee Caldwell

Chocolate and mint is a flavour combination made in heaven. This cake will impress the socks off your family and friends… you can thank me later!

INGREDIENTS Base 1 cup almonds 1 cup dates 1 cup desiccated coconut 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

2 cups cashews, soaked 1/2 cup coconut milk 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 6 tablespoons natural maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 3 tablespoons raw cacao powder

DIRECTIONS

To make the base, place the dates and almonds into a blender or food processor and blitz until it resembles a fine crumble. Add the desiccated coconut and raw cacao powder, and blitz until the ingredients are combined. Add the coconut oil and vanilla extract and mix through. Press the mixture into the base of a spring form cake tin that has been

lined with baking paper and place in the fridge.

To make the two top layers, soak the cashew nuts for a minimum of three hours by covering the cashews with water and setting aside. Drain once soaked.

Place 2 cups soaked cashew nuts into a food processor or blender and whizz until smooth. Add the coconut milk, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Blend until the mixture is very smooth. Depending on your food processor this could take quite some time.

Remove the base from the fridge and pour one third of the white mixture onto the base. Place back in the fridge to set for 10 minutes. In the meantime place the cacao powder into the food processor along with the rest of the topping and blend until combined. Remove the cake from the fridge and pour the chocolate topping onto the white layer. Place back in the fridge and allow to set for 1 – 2 hours.

Preparation time 20 minutes Serves 10

Fresh Café

previous owner back in 2008. I had a great understanding about this business and I had the burning desire to provide customers with great food quality and delicious taste.

Q:What’s your secret to keep customers coming in?

A: Number one is definitely the consistency of our food quality. We source the freshest possible local ingredients and prepare every dish with 100% care in the kitchen. So that we have full faith in what we offer to our customers. Also, we are one of few cafes in town that use fair trade organic coffee beans. This increases our cost but we like to be responsible to our customers. Last but not least, it’s our friendly service.

Unlike other franchised cafes we are local and we put local people first by focusing on building our FAMILY image.

Q: Do you worry about competition in the CBD? A: There are many food choices in town and I always see competition as an opportunity to advance myself. Customers are entitled to eat around and I only need to focus on what I am good at and how I can improve my food. If I can keep doing the right thing then customers will come. I am so glad to say that most of our customers are regulars, so I must have been doing something good!

Alfred Hong and his wife bought Fresh Café just over 14 months ago. Many of their friends thought this could be a risky decision because it is often hard for Chinese to succeed in the Kiwi food industry. However, Alfred believes this is the best decision he has ever made.

Q:Why did you decide to pursue a career in the restaurant industry?

A: I came here to study Western cooking at NorthTec and I worked in a few popular cafes including Mokaba and Riverside for over four years after graduating. Lots of skills and experiences have been gained by working in the kitchen, especially when I worked at Fresh Café with the

Q: Do you update your menu regularly?

Q: Can you tell us about one of your proudest moments?

A: I just had my first baby girl on the 5th of July and it is

A: I’ve kept some traditional and popular dishes from the

such a wonderful feeling to become a dad! I feel much more

previous owner’s menu and added my own creations when

responsibility now as I want to make my business a success

I took over. After a year in business, I am more confident

so that I am more capable to look after my family.

about what choices to put on my menu. I can guarantee no matter what your taste is that you will find something suitable from our café. We update our menu twice a year so that there is something fresh for different seasons.

Q: Do you have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options?

12 James St,

A: Yes we basically can amend anything on our menu to suit

Whangarei

our customers’ different requests and there are kids options

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Piri Stuffed Chicken Breast, Black Garlic Puree, Pumpkin and Herbed Quark Cigars INGREDIENTS Savoury Wafers 65g flour 1Tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt 120g melted butter 2 egg whites

Stuffed Chicken Breasts 3 chicken breasts 250g herbed quark 1 Tbsp piri piri spice 3 egg whites 100ml cream

Black Garlic Puree 200g black garlic 100ml olive oil

METHOD Savoury Wafers Put the egg whites in a medium

bowl. Whisk it lightly with a fork, then whisk in the sugar to a froth.

Sift in the flour, and mix in the melted butter. Put 4 tablespoons of the mixture spaced apart on the silicon mat.

Spread it a little using the back of teh spoon, then bake for 9-10 mins at 200c.

Take off with a palette knife and lay them over a thin rolling pin to set into a curl. Cook the rest of the

mixture in batches.

Fill with herbed quark ready to serve.

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Sear chicken breasts with butter until golden brown, then roast in oven for 12-15 mins.

Stuffing mix – puree one chicken breast with egg whites and cream until smooth. Season with salt. Add quark and piri spice and mix until combined.

Place into a piping bag.

Using the two cooked chicken breasts pierce the fattest part of the breast with a knife to make a pocket.

Using the piping bag, pipe in about 5g of the stuffing mix.

Black Garlic Puree

Puree garlic and emulsify with oil. Garnish with your favourite seasonal vegetables Serves 2

A: Cooking is in my heart and I have the natural talent of cooking. I grew up in a traditional Cambodian family and it is tradition that our family members know how to cook. In 1979 when my family lived close to the border to Vietnam, the food between both countries was so similar. I learnt a lot of cooking techniques and skills from our Vietnamese neighbors. I later met my beautiful fiancé in New Zealand.

With her help I advanced my knowledge and skills in cooking Vietnamese food. Together we wanted to bring

Mean’s Vietnamese Café

Vietnamese food is about being a perfect culinary balance while tasting great at the same time. The five tastes that appear in most Vietnamese dishes are spicy, sour, bitter, salty and sweet, and they all appeal to different senses.

At Means Vietnamese Café you can experience the dedication to quality and the balance of intense flavours. That is what makes it so delicious!

Owner and manager Mean Ear is celebrating the cafe’s first anniversary this month, and will proudly continue serving locals with fresh, good tasting healthy Vietnamese food.

Q:What is the story behind your love of cooking Vietnamese food?

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something new and fresh to Whangarei so we started Mean’s

A: We have a good selection of vegetarian and gluten free

Vietnamese café.

options. Try our stunning summer rolls filled with vegetables

Q:Why do your customers keep coming back?

and your choice of meat. These rolls are very popular as an

A: We have crafted an exquisite menu of fabulous Vietnamese

entrée or a light main.

my own family recipes. All our ingredients are sourced locally

Q: Can you tell us about one of your proudest moments at work?

and the freshest vegetables are delivered on a daily basis.

It is the moment when I see our customers loving our food!

Top quality New Zealand produced meat and seafood are key

Hearing the positive feedback from our customers makes me

features on our menu.

feel very proud. A kiwi customer recently came to me and

Q:What is your most popular dish?

thanked me for the beautiful food- he hadn’t tasted the same

cuisine that combines traditional culinary techniques with

A: We have many popular dishes that our locals love. The PHO is definitely one of them. It is a Vietnamese noodle soup consisting of broth, brimming with fresh herbs and

flavour since 1965 during the Vietnam War when he served in the army. Customer satisfaction is what it is all about! That is why I always go the extra mile to achieve it!

linguine-shaped rice noodles. It is served with beef, chicken or seafood. Vermicelli Noodle Bowl is another one of our top sellers. With the taste of fresh herbs, vegetables and spring rolls, topped with your choice of meat and a tangy sweet and sour sauce, this is a dish not to be missed! And we can customize any dish to suit any pallet.

Q: How would you describe the dining atmosphere?

A: We strive to create a dining experience not to be forgotten.

Our customers dine in a relaxed surrounding that combines expertly prepared dishes with a pleasant ambiance and diligent service.

Q: Do you have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options?

13 Rathbone St.Whangarei 09-430 3464 Open 7 days Lunch 11am-3pm Dinner 5pm-late

Beetroot Cured Regal Salmon The secret to centuries of good health in Scandinavia is their Nordic diet. It focuses on foods such as oily fish, berries, lean meats and good oils—all of which deliver beneficial results and leave us feeling fuller for longer. It isn’t hard to replicate here at home thanks to locally grown products such as Regal King Salmon and farm-raised venison. Both feature heavily in the Nordic diet.

Nordic flavours on Kiwi plates

INGREDIENTS 2 whole sides Regal Fresh Salmon, skin on 2 & 1/2 tbsp salt 3 tbsp caster sugar 1/4 cup chopped dill 1/4 cup chopped tarragon leaves 1 & 1/2 large beetroots, coarsely grated (you can leave the skins on)

HORSERADISH CREME: 1/4 cup light cream cheese 2-3 tbsp creme fraiche 1 tsp freshly grated horseradish Finely grated zest and juice of 1 small lemon, 1 tsp chopped dill

1 tsp finely chopped chives

YOGHURT DRESSING 1/4 cup natural Greek yoghurt 2-3 tbsp good quality

MAYONNAISE 1 & 1/2 tsp Dijon mayonnaise 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley Juice of 1/2 lemon To serve: Crostini

METHOD Lay one Regal Salmon fillet on a large dish or plate, skin side down. Mix salt, sugar, dill, tarragon and beetroot together and pack mixture on to flesh side of the salmon. Place the other piece of salmon on top, so that the two pieces sandwich the beetroot mixture and the skin is facing out.

Tonic

Locals will remember when Tonic Restaurant opened in December 1998. Brad and his longtime friend and fellow Chef Neil Smith had a vision of bringing a new standard of dining to the area.

Their plans were to open a small intimate restaurant with an emphasis on creating a more personal dining experience. This is where it all began. The old butcher’s shop in a small Whangarei suburb was transformed.

New owner Logan Wang touched down in New Zealand in 2009 to further his love of cooking Western food. Working for a few top restaurants around New Zealand to gain experience, he decided he would branch out on his own. This led him to venture out more and finally decide to buy Tonic Restaurant in July 2015.

When Logan first took over the business the locals thought the quality of his food would possibly drop, however, he is glad to say that customers are telling him that the food is as good as before. His style of

Wrap securely with cling film and place another plate/dish on top. Weigh down with something heavy, such as a cast iron pan or chopping board.

Place in the fridge to cure for 2-3 days. Don’t be alarmed at the amount of liquid that leaks out – this is normal.

Once a day, pour off the liquid carefully, turn over the ”salmon sandwich” and place back the weights.

Remove the cling film and pour off any more liquid that has leaked out during the curing process. Brush off the curing mix—your salmon will be a beautiful deep pink colour, and the texture will be much firmer.

Remove the skin from the salmon

cooking has remained true to the original concept and will continue to do so. Logan has not only proved some perceptions wrong but has kept or even exceeded all expectations of keeping Tonic Restaurant up to the impeccable standard it has always upheld on both food and service aspects.

“Tonic remains as the best restaurant in Whangarei,” people tell Logan.

Some customers ask Logan if he has plans to expand his business but he likes to keep the restaurant small so that he can make sure every meal is served to the highest quality. Having worked in restaurants that can fit 200 seats, he knows it is impossible to keep up the high level food and service quality at that scale.

Logan creates and changes the menu twice a year, always using fresh seasonal produce, which is sourced locally where possible. Presenting old favourites such as Hot Smoked Salmon with Avocado, Salad and Toffee Creme Brulée continue to feature on the menu due to their popularity.

With his exquisite food, friendly customer service and the pleasant ambience throughout the whole dining experience, it would always be a pleasure to dine in at this small but superb restaurant.

Q:What is the biggest factor to your success?

A: Consistency in any restaurant is imperative, especially the quality and the standard of food and the service. Do not try to fool your customers, you need to make sure what you put on their plate is responsible.

using a long sharp knife.

The salmon is now ready to be used.

Slice very thinly to serve with crackers and horseradish creme (see ingredients above, mix together) or in a simple salad with potatoes, watercress, radish and yoghurt dressing (see ingredients above, mix together).

The salmon gravlax will keep in the fridge for up to a week.

Serves 8

Q:Are you offering any specials at the moment?

A: We always have a Thursday and Friday set menu for lunch, 2 courses for $25 and Sunday night dinner offers a choice of 2 courses for $38 or 3 courses for $48. These are great opportunities for people to trial our food and discover the taste and quality. We guarantee customers will walk out with a smile and 100% satisfaction! Bookings are highly recommended as those days are very popular.

Q: Can you take function bookings?

A: Yes, we can cater groups up to 32 people and we have a delicious set menu and wonderful ambience. Christmas party, weddings, and birthday celebrations - LET US TAKE OU CARE OF YOU

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advertise this as it just something that we believe in.

It is better for our customers and our environment.

We switched to organic milk about 18 months ago, absorbing the extra costs ourselves, we have always served organic coffee.

Q: Do you have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options?

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Nectar Café Judged Best Cafe in Northland Five times!

Winner Northland Barista Champs Five Times!

Q: What is your most interesting new food of beverage item?

A: We personally have been eating a gluten free, plant based diet for over 4 years now including raw and mostly vegan offerings. We put a lot of thought and love into these offerings because we eat like this all the time and do not treat it as a fad or sales tag line.

Our raw slices and vegan chocolate cakes fly off the shelves and we also bake our own gluten free bread. Additionally you are welcome to bring your own coeliac food to enjoy with your friends if you are worried, as we do use wheat flour and other products containing gluten in our kitchen

Q: What sets Nectar’s food apart from your average café?

A: We make almost everything on site from scratch, including all our sauces, relishes, chutneys and jams.

This means that there is no additives, no preservatives and all our sauces are gluten and usually dairy free.

A: Our Turmeric and Ginger Latte made with Organic coconut milk. We make this latte mixture ourselves from freshly grated turmeric root, ginger root Tumeric Latte and maple. It is delicious and has been a huge hit with our customers

Additionally we source as much of our produce as we can from our own organic, permaculture garden and greenhouse. We grow our kale and some micro herbs and we source increasing amounts from the ‘Northland Local Food Co-Op’ who are a co-op of smaller growers. Most of these growers use a range of spray free and organic methods.

Q: What is something that people may not know about Nectar?

You can get your own local produce and support our local growers at https://foodcoop.nz/

A: 100% of our coffee and milk is organic, including our almond, soy and coconut milks! We don’t heavily

Nectar’s Raw Caramel Slice

Q:Anything else going on at Nectar?

A: We are really excited about our new completely

biodegradable takeaway coffee cups through our supplier L’affare which we will be implementing within 2 months, NZ uses approx. 200million cups a year which currently are not recyclable or are minimally recyclable. Or even better bring your own cup!

88 BANK ST,WHANGAREI 09 438 8084

www.nectarcafe.co.nz to learn to cook western food in additional to my Chinese cooking skills. Presentation is a key to a great Kiwi meal, as people want to love their food and feel good about what they are going to eat.

Q: How long have you been operating?

A: I took over the business almost a year ago and it has been a wonderful journey. While I still do all the quality control in the kitchen, there are more responsibilities on me as the owner. Speaking to my customers and meeting new friends are also a priority for me. Making lots of money has never been my main focus, providing the best quality food and making sure my customers are happy will always be my

Bright Café

If you are after good value, good food in the centre of Whangarei, then Bright Café is the place to come.

Our homemade food options are available all day Monday to Saturday from 7am until late. Enjoy anything from a light snack to a full delicious meal – something suitable for the whole family!

Mingyang Liang is the passionate new owner of the café and he and his team are striving to make the café a destination for family, friends and colleagues to gather.

So come along to Bright Café and enjoy great food and a relaxed dining experience. Customers are guaranteed a warm friendly welcome and delicious food.

Q:What drives you to be in the food and beverage industry?

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priority.

Q:What’s your secret to keeping customers coming in?

A: Selection of food is the key. We offer breakfast, lunch, snacks, morning and afternoon tea, fresh daily baking and slices – the whole family can find something they like from our menu. All our food is prepared to the freshest level possible using locally sourced ingredients.

Q:What’s the most important thing you want to tell your customers?

and the destination café for the whole family. We also have seating for larger groups.

Q: Do you have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options?

A: Yes we provide vegan options, along with dairy free and gluten free options, plus children’s meals are available.

Customers can talk to our friendly staff about any dietary requirements they may have.

A: Because we have such a great selection in our food cabinet, people sometimes forget about our exquisite breakfast and lunch menus. You can take a seat and enjoy one of the traditional Kiwi favourites, such as sweetcorn fritters, bacon ‘n’ eggs, eggs Benedict, French toast, plus a selection of fresh, tasty salads. We guarantee that the taste is as good as the portion!

And watch the space! Our exciting new menu is coming out soon! We use award winning Altura coffee bean for the coffee range and our loyalty programme will entitle you to have every 10th coffee FREE!

Q: How would you describe the dining atmosphere?

A: Our focus is on creating a relaxed family environment

8 Cameron St,Whangarei 09 459 7688 Open Monday – Saturday 7am till late

Whiskey & Honey Cheesecake, Fig and Almond Crust, Caramelised Macadamia Nuts, Verjus Syrup INGREDIENTS Cheesecake Mix 400g cream cheese 600g mascarpone 250ml whiskey 100g honey 5 gelatine leaves 100ml sugar syrup

Fig and almond base 4 pkt mission figlets 100g sliced almonds

METHOD Cheesecake Mix Beat cream cheese to soften, heat sugar syrup and honey, add whiskey and burn off, add gelatine, fold through cream cheese then beaten mascarpone. Fig

and almond base

Blitz figs in food processor and almonds. Roll thinly between two pieces of baking paper. Cut to desired size and shape. Garnish with verjus syrup, caramelised macadamia’s and fresh fruit

Wine Match

Mission Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2015 Serves 6

Q:What does hospitality mean to you and how do you ensure your guests return?

A: The key to hospitality is giving our guests a memorable experience from start to finish. Our beautifully presented contemporary dishes, warm service and secluded garden setting ensures their inevitable return

Q: How long have you been operating?

A: We opened in May 2002 so à Deco has been a prominent part of the Whangarei and Northland dining scene for 14 years.

Q: Can you tell us about your proudest awards?

à Deco

à Deco is open Tuesday to Saturday from 6pm serving a la carte dinner with an option for a 5 course ‘Trust the Chef” degustation menu which can also be matched with wine. Lunch is served on Fridays from 12pm.

Q:What is your most popular dish?

A: Our entrée, South Island Salmon four ways with

A: We have received the NZ Beef and Lamb Hallmark of Excellence award every year since opening but our most proudest award has to be winner of Cuisine Magazine NZ Best Smart Dining - Regional award twice.

Q:Why did you decide to pursue a career in the restaurant business?

A: After living internationally with experiences from both a dining and chef’s perspective, we wanted to come back to our home town and create something which was missing on the Whangarei dining scene. This was enhanced by finding the perfect art deco house as our setting.

14 years followed closely by our winter time Mushroom Soup

Q: Do you support any community initiatives and/or charities?

with Sauté Mushroom, Soft Cheese & Watercress Bruschetta.

A: à Deco has supported charities and community initiatives

Q: Do you have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free options?

since we opened. For example donations of dining vouchers

Lemongrass Mirin Broth, is still Whangarei’s favourite after

A: We have a reputation for creating interesting options on our menu or on the fly for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and any other dietary needs.

Q: How would you describe the dining atmosphere?

A: Relaxed, smart casual dining with options from an intimate diner for 2, a family celebration through to a large group party.

to charities, larger contributions to Project Promise and personal support in donating time to a number of causes especially to training young hospitality students who will be the future of our industry.

Q: Is there parking nearby, easy access?

A: Parking is available on site and free overflow parking nearby.

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Vietnamese

Chicken Noodle Salad

When time is short you want minimal prep time so you can enjoy the company of those gathered around the table. Main dish salads make a perfect entree for evenings. Ingredients can be prepped and mixed ahead of time, so when dinnertime rolls around, it’s a just a matter of putting it all together. This Vietnamese chicken and grape noodle salad is a favourite.

Every great recipe boasts a secret or unexpected ingredient that makes it special. In this salad, it’s grapes. Their crisp texture, slight sweetness and brilliant colour light up this dish.

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 cups shredded lettuce 2 cups mixed red and green grapes, halved 1 carrot, cut into thin matchsticks 1/2 cup mint leaves, torn 1/2 cup coriander leaves, torn 1 tbsp chopped peanuts

INGREDIENTS 8 ounces dried rice noodles 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 tbsp fish sauce 1/4 cup lime juice 2 tbsp light brown sugar 1 1/4 tsp chilli garlic sauce 1/2 tsp peanut oil 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast

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METHOD Preheat grill. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add noodles and remove from heat. Let stand 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside. In a small bowl, combine water, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, chilli sauce and peanut oil. Remove 2 tablespoons of the dressing and reserve remainder. Brush chicken with the 2 tablespoons of dressing, sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Grill or broil until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Set aside. Divide noodles between 4 large bowls.

Top with romaine, grapes and carrots.

Thinly slice the chicken and divide between bowls. Drizzle with remaining dressing, sprinkle with herbs and peanuts.

Serves 4

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o how do you decide on that outfit, probably the most important one you’ll buy since getting married yourself, no matter how many ‘mother of’ experiences you’ve had? Every wedding is such a unique occasion where the needs, expectations and aspirations are dependent on so many variables, it’s a wonder anyone turns up wearing anything at all… …It’s a church wedding and the bridesmaids are wearing navy. I can’t do red because the bride’s mother’s wearing that. I suit blue but I wore that to my son’s wedding. I’d like something that I can wear again… not too mother of the bride-ish…it has to have sleeves though, to cover my fat arms…and a V neckline as I’m too big in the boobs for those high necked things…oh and fitted – my partner likes me in fitted, but it’ll have to be ruched to camouflage the ‘mummy

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I really want something like this picture I found on a Scandinavian website, but they only had it in black in a size 2… anyway, whatever happens, I just have to look fabulous cos my ex and his new bird are going to be there…

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Let’s hope the build up to the wedding isn’t more exciting than the actual day. Polwarth Design endeavours to not let that happen and hopefully each event is a glorious ‘one off’.

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Think style and versatility when purchasing jeans

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inter welcomes us all with an array of fabrics such as velvet, swede, cashmere and of course our long-time favourite, denim. Jeans should be a firm staple in every girl’s wardrobe. Whether you opt for a timeless style, a flare, relaxed or cropped there is plenty on offer. ple The great thing about the variance of jeans is that they can be for casual i.e. the boyfriend or girlfriend jean for the week end look or give them some spark to carry you into the night with a playful print or ripped look to rock any outfit. wit Denim on denim is very hip with versatile denim shirts, vests, jackets and even overalls available. These can be worn ves together or separately and will have a place in your wardrobe tog all year round.

Think style and versatility when purchasing jeans; know your body shape and what it takes to accentuate your assets. I love bod jeans that scream attitude and have a sense of uniqueness with jea great detailing and style. gre Enjoy the choice of colours around this season, there is some great autumnal tones available which offer a point of interest to gre any outfit. Don’t forget timeless white, they too can have a place in your winter wardrobe; pair with some edgy ankle boots and classic blouse and you can give lift to those winter days. ac To keep on point and looking fresh keep an eye for new and eye catching styles with flamboyant features that will keep you looking chic and classy. loo

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BEAUTY

Your guide to being photogenic – dos & don’ts to show off your good points

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f you have been following our guide to being photogenic series, you’ll know that we’ve been talking about how to stand, smile and act in front of the camera. These tips and tricks are designed to give you confidence when being photographed and take away some of the anxiety that happens when you’re in front of the camera.

This month I’m going to cover some simple steps on how to bring out your best points, and minimise the ones you would rather people didn’t notice.

1. The hands have it; When we look at a photo we subconsciously look to see what people are doing with their hands. What this means is that wherever you put your hands, this is where people will look. If you put your hands on our waist, people will look at your waist and this can emphasise how small your waist is.

2.Avoid this; If you want to minimise something don’t put your hands over it.

Sometimes we can want to hide some parts of ourselves, and instinctively this means we often place our hands over our body to hide it from the camera. This actually does the opposite, as mentioned above if our hands are there, then people will look there.

3.All arms and legs; Moving your arms and legs strategically can actually increase the hourglass shape you have. Whether you’re sitting or standing, crossing your arms and legs will create a curvier silhouette and therefore the illusion of a slimmer waist. All of this will stop the ‘boxy’ look that can happen if our arms are down by our sides. An example of this is shown in the images here.

4. Think about where the camera is; ‘Camera Angle’ is a term that refers to the angle the camera views you. The important part to know about this is that what ever is furthest away from the camera looks the smallest. If you want to minimise your hips, lean slightly forward, which means your hips are further away and thus smaller.

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t Caci we understand that nothing is one size fits all, especially when it comes to our skin and body.

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Payment Options Caci clients are offered a range of payment options and plans to suit their lifestyle and budget. So if you’re not in a position to pay for all your treatments up front, you can pay them off in weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments. Whichever works best for you!

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HEALTH

Repetitive strain injury

Exercise is medication & therapy

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Q: I do a lot of work at my computer and have developed

repetitive strain injury in my elbow and wrist with pain all down my arm and into my hand. I am strapped up, but would like to know if there is anything else I can do to help with healing it.

Common symptoms of RSI include: swelling in the hand, wrist or forearm; tingling, numbness or loss of sensation in the hand; muscle spasms or muscle weakness (including loss of strength in a grip); stabbing, dull, aching and intermittent pain in your fingers, hands, wrists, elbows or arms.

Strapping the affected area is ideal, as this will limit swelling.

Obviously, you will need to limit any heavy lifting or repetitive tasks that are aggravating the areas, and it is definitely worth talking to a physiotherapist about stretching exercises that can help. It is thought that correct posture can help prevent the development of RSI - this is especially true for individuals who spend much of the day at a computer keyboard but do work in conjunction with your physio so that you are helping rather than aggravating the injury.

One nutrient that often seems to be effective in the treatment of RSI is vitamin B6. B6 reduces inflammatory reactions in soft tissues and some doctors believe that deficiency of this nutrient is a major factor in the development of RSI. Fish oil supplements rich in the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA may help to reduce inflammation and thereby control the symptoms of RSI. I suggest you take 1- 2 g of a concentrated fish oil supplement each day.

Turmeric and ginger are brilliant, both in reducing inflammation and providing effective natural pain relief and these can both be taken in supplement form.

Diet can play a major part in treating this condition. Caffeine is not a good idea, since this inhibits our natural endorphin response and promotes further inflammation. Cut back your intake of known inflammatory and acid-forming foods — particularly junk and processed foods.

Heat packs applied to the area will also bring relief.

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id you know that if exercise were a drug it would be the most widely prescribed drug in the world? I kid you not. Exercise, and its fellow counterparts of movement and physical activity, can prevent, manage, reduce, or cure just about every disease known to man.

Yes, exercise is that powerful.

Movement is as crucial to our survival as medication and therapy, yet which is the most often prescribed? We are habitual chasers of the quick fix; our generation longs for convenience – and so often (too often) being an ambulance at the bottom of the cliff, or slapping on a band aid, overrides the more intelligent option of sourcing and fixing the actual problem. Drugs are prescribed for just about every symptom under the sun, when the real solution is to simply reinstate some restorative act of health – such as getting up and moving more. Oh just how many benefits and roll-on effects that would have!

We seem to have forgotten the lost art of movement, the liberating sensations of movement, the age-defying values of movement, the critical life force that is movement.

We need to move more, our health and the quality of our life depends on it.

Did you know that research now shows that a 60 minute exercise session doesn’t undo a sedentary occupation – no matter how regularly it’s done. The new discovery has outlined that it isn’t just about

how much we are not moving anymore, but that too much sitting down and being sedentary is very bad for our health too. Even moderate activity i.e. standing work stations, or moving about at regular intervals can counteract the effects of too much time being sedentary.

Movement is therapy. It produces a medicinal cascade of physiological, biological and chemicals reactions in the body that is almost beyond our comprehension, and this complex and critical process is side-stepped every time we choose docile behaviours over active ones.

And taking our movement into the outdoors is even more therapeutic. We are almost always more active outside than we are inside. There is a world outside our doors (and our screens) that is truly magnificent. We live in a sphere of magic; one which provides a gigantic platform for us to discover a bounty of healthful opportunities. The tingling feeling of vitamin D on our skin, the tickle of fresh air on our faces, the vigour of nature infecting our bodies, and the warmth and relaxation that comes with natural, invigorating movement – these are all sensations that are becoming more and more foreign to us.

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Mumtrepreneurs joining forces for charity boxing event

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hese two fitness babes have been supporting one another’s business growth via a networking platform for ‘Mumtrepreneurs’ for a while now.

But as of a few weeks ago, Miranda (ACTIV8 NORTHLAND) and Corinne Austin (Fit Fix Specialists) are joining forces to do something new and challenging.

“We’ve been confirmed as ‘fighters’ in the Contractors for Charity - Northland ‘Sock it to em’ event due to be held on Saturday 3rd September,” Corinne says.

“Neither of us have been in a fighting environment before, and we are slightly anxious about what lies before us,” she says.

As trainers themselves, they know it’s essential to step outside their comfort zone to reach new heights and to experience the thrill and satisfaction that comes from setting goals and undertaking the gruelling training necessary to see them ‘fighting fit’ for the event.

“We want to show our clients and followers that we don’t just talk the talk, but we walk the walk too. Even if we are feeling slightly nauseous about the whole idea at present!”

Miranda’s motivation when saying ‘yes’ to the Charity Boxing match was to step out of her comfort zone. “I think as mums, business women and having a family, life gets busy doing what we do best and enjoying that. I put aside time to train everyday to keep myself mentally and physically fit but I had to ask myself what am I training for?”

“I feel that putting this challenge before me gives me an

insight into what my clients must go through for the first time stepping into a gym, the first time taking on a health challenge themselves, no matter how big or small and the first time they say ‘yes’ to committing to a goal. Now I feel the excitement, nervousness and determination that comes from taking on a new challenge and it feels great,” she says.

“My inspirational person to face my fear of this challenge would have to be my late grandfather – Papa Jock. Whatever sport we chose to pursue as a kid he would be helping us train and giving us inspirational words and wisdom as to how to get there,” says Miranda.

The motivation behind the fight is a hard one to narrow down for Corinne.

“First and foremost, I want my girls to grow up being inspired by a mother who is endlessly optimistic, ambitious, and brave. Secondly, I have this inner need to lead others towards lives of improved health and wellness, and will do almost anything to achieve that. And finally, nothing compares with the feeling of being healthy and fit, and it’s a sensation I never want to lose.”

“Anybody who defies the normal inspires me, or who achieves the extraordinary. Those who have come through enormous sacrifice or tragedy and conquer things that were deemed impossible. They are proof that if the mind can conceive and believe something, then they can most certainly achieve it. They are my heroes and my inspirations.”

When strong women support one another, incredible things can happen.

When strong women support one another, incredible things can happen.

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FITNESS

The next frontier of fitness: online personal training

BY CAROLYN HANSEN

robust web sites and forums that are filled with great information, video instruction, guidance and tips that can be accessed by clients 24/7.

A Personal Trainer in your pocket Way more than just a workout:

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nline personal training has exploded in recent years as the convenience of personalised workouts and big-time results holds great allure. Even high-profile trainers and strength coaches have begun to utilise the convenience of e-commerce to gain new clients who they may or may not actually ever “meet.”

Online training provides you with all the benefits of an in-person personal trainer, but allows you to complete your workouts wherever, and whenever you want providing much more freedom. It is becoming an extremely popular option for those wanting the guidance and support of a personal trainer, but who also live very hectic lifestyles. It is also generally more affordable than in-person “live” training.

With online training you are not required to meet your trainer at the gym at specific times. Perhaps you don’t

even like to go to the gym. Perhaps you prefer to exercise in the comfort of your own home. No worries! Your online trainer will design a program specifically for you, based on your goals, wants, and needs based on your schedule, your convenience offering a wide variety of options for activity and for mixing up workouts regardless of the training location.

The trainer takes on more of a life coaching role, providing the client with the tools and resources needed to successfully reach and maintain their goals. The online trainer offers motivation, guidance and expertise along with personalised program design.

That’s a lot of confidence in the online marketplace.

The reason for this confidence is the ease and convenience of being able to communicate with anyone, anywhere, any time of the day. With an online trainer, you are able to ask questions that will be answered at a faster speed than if you had to wait for your next scheduled appointment.

In addition, because online trainers might have clients scattered around the world, they often have access to

How It Works

The process is the same as that offered to clients who go to see a personal trainer in person except that consultations are done by Skype or telephone. Your exercise history, goals, habits and a range of other topics are discussed. The answers will help design your personalised plan of exercise and nutrition to help you realise your goals and unlock your potential.

Staying Motivated

As soon as your workout and nutrition plans are ready, they are uploaded to your personal companion training app which then can be accessed through any desktop, tablet or smart phone which comes with instructional videos to walk you through every step and track your progress along the way.

Constant feedback, goal-setting, high-level accountability, numerous progression and regressions if necessary are available from your trainer who is regularly accessible – usually more so than a local trainer - via email, phone, text, webcam or Skype.

Trainers set expectations and clients learn to be responsible for their actions and behavior by truly committing to a program. A big part of that is becoming educated so new behaviors are learned, obstacles eliminated and staying committed to long term selfsuccess.

Progressing

As you move closer to your goals, program adjustments for training and nutrition are provided and are crucial as ones passes through the different stages on your fitness journey.

You will be given all the tools to be successful and

virtual clients are still held accountable as if they were being coached in person and you can submit food and exercise logs and do weekly phone, email, and/or text message check-ins to discuss your program.

All of your body changes are tracked along with completed workouts and exercise progressions recorded.

Progress photos can be added so that you can see exactly how well you’re doing at all times. These tools are all hugely motivating and add to the fun of getting healthier and into better shape.

Online coaching is unique because of the flexibility it offers people who claim they have little time for the gym but who need the support and guidance of a coach to reach their personal goals.

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What has been your biggest business challenge over the past year, and how are you tackling it?

Managing to deal with the large influx of work and creating efficiencies to manage customer expectations.

What do you do in your leisure time?

Watch our children play sport, spend as much time together as a family, read and enjoy a glass of wine! Try to fit in exercise including walking around the Loop and Parahaki.

What community or charity initiatives do you currently support?

We have supported a number of local sports and school events.

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Recently managing a high end job that involved more than just designing and installing a wardrobe! Our clients were satisfied as we exceeded their expectations by offering far more than wardrobe storage.

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What was your first job?

Working at the Brynderwyn tearooms during school holidays.

If you could be anyone else, who would you be, and why?

One of my children, they seem to have lots of fun and enjoy life!

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HOME TRENDS

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hink about shades like black, navy and deep grey.

They are dark colours, reminiscent of night skies, chilly winter nights and a general sense of doom. Sure - it’s easy enough to drum up negative connotations when presented with these deep hues.

However, you shouldn’t be too quick to dismiss them.

Dark shades can look fantastic as part of your home’s interior design, provided you use them correctly. Here are some tips to embracing the mysterious colours of the paint world, from Resene Nero to Resene Sidewinder.

While it’s a good idea to settle on a shade that speaks to your design inclinations, feel free to mix things up.

You might say “bonjour” to Resene Bastille in the living room - it’s a violet-hued grey-blue that looks striking in shared spaces. By contrast, you might pick a just-brewed shade like Resene Barista for the bedroom, which is loaded with warm, brown tones.

Don’t be afraid to mix things up between rooms - just be sure that whatever colour you pick within a single room is consistent. If you want to use a dark hue in a shared space, but you’ve got an expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, pick a single dark shade for a feature wall and paint the remaining walls in a complementary neutral with cool or warm tones depending on whether your feature colour has cool or warm tones.

Take a test

Painting your living room is a big step, as is revamping your home’s bedrooms or kitchen. Before committing to an aesthetic overhaul, test the colours out on a large sheet of cardboard, leaving an unpainted border around the outside. You want to use a piece of card large enough to see how the colour will go with your existing furniture and home’s design features.

Once you’ve compared shades, you’ll be able to settle on the exact dark hue you’re happy with. Remember, there are plenty of shades to play with - deep shades can have blue, green and brown tones, which can all affect how they look on your wall. Be sure to consider the placement of windows - the shade will look a lot different in a space that receives lots of sunlight, compared to one that doesn’t.

Create drama

Dark colours are excellent because you can create contrast. Why not make a splash with Resene Tuna? This measured grey looks striking when paired with crisp, white accents and a touch of bright colour - think bright yellow or red cushions or artwork.

Focus closely on key features, such as the ceiling and flooring. Cool grey pairs well with off-white, while a dark yet warm brown looks stunning with thick-pile cream carpet.

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You can create a dramatic living space or bedroom by ensuring you offset dark shades with light touches.

Follow this tip and you’re on the road home!

Focus on features

Perhaps you live in a villa, with beautiful sash windows. Alternatively, you might have remodeled your kitchen or living room and incorporated a majestic archway.

No matter your property’s unique style, be sure to play up your favourite design features. Window frames, crown moulding, built-in storage and archways are examples of features that can be played up with the right paint selection.

You can make these features stand out with dark paint - just ensure that the surrounding area embraces a light shade in order to achieve a wonderful contrast.

Go Scandinavian

After all these tips, you might be thinking that going dark is just too bold for you. However, you still like the idea of creating a dramatic, sophisticated look.

If so, consider using dark shades more sparingly and getting familiar with the Scandinavian aesthetic. Pair light wood with clean white walls, then use a colour like Resene Ironsand to highlight skirting boards, crown moulding, door handles and cupboards.

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McKenzie

Sun

2:30-3:00

Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

12:00-12:30 1:00-1:30 10:00-10:30 10:00-10:30 10:00-10:30 11:00-11:30 12:00-12:30

Oakleigh

Sun

2:15-2:45

Drive

33 Kereru St 61 Waipuna 15 Highfield Rd 3 Puriri Park Way 94 Cemetery Rd 88 Ngahere Rd 22 Kereru StDrive 132 Puriri Park Rd 2420a Whangarei

37B Anzac 18 Anzac RdRd 16 Hilltop Ave 23-25 Limeburners St 92 Anzac Rd 2 Raewyn St 37B Anzac Rd 31 Mangapai

Oceans Beach Sun 3:30-4:00 358 One Tree Point Ocean Beach Rd

Sat Sun Sun Sun

11:00-11:45 1:00-1:45 1:00-1:45 11:00-11:45

Onerahi

Sat

11:00-11:30

KEY 1st Nat

= First National,

Rd

182 One Tree 13 Pyle Road Point Road 1 Cayman Ct West 182 One Tree Point Road

29 Cockburn

St

Barfoot = Barfoot

Set Date Sale

By Negotiation $319,000 offers late $300,000 offers over $500,000 Set Date Sale 21st Dec $289,000

By Negotiation

By Negotiation

Pauline = Real

55 Tutukaka

Sun

1:15-2:00

Sunday

8 Tropicana

11-11:40am Whakapirau 126 Maunu Road

Sun

2:00-3:00

Whangarei

Sat Sun Sun

11:00-12:00 11:00-12:00 2:00-3:00

Estate with Pauline

85 Mcadam

14 Regent Street

Ltd Licensed

Bay = Bream

Rd

Bay Realty

the Real Estate

Agents Act 2008

Sunday 2-2:45pm 360 Kara Road

2008)

Licensed Real

Sunday 12-12:30pm 178 Raumanga Valley Rd

OPTIMIZE REALTY

BAY F/NAT LJH BFT HRC M/P

BFT Licensed Real

Tender

Estate Agent

DEB Price by Negotiation Set Date Sale 9th Dec $595,000 Price by Negotiation Sale by set date

By Negotiation

(REAA 2008)

Sunday 12:30pm 191 Kamo Road

LTD MREINZ

PGG Wrightson

LJH BFT M/P BFT

$290,000

Set Date Sale 9th Dec offers over $298,000 Auction

F/NAT LJH F/NAT

$235,000 Auction Offers

Sunday 1:15-2pm 85 Mcadam Road, Waipu

Sunday 12:30-1:30pm 31 Tanekaha Drive

Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

F/NAT F/NAT LJH

For Sale $549,000

BAY

Dec

LJH

For

Agent (REAA

2008)

$649,000 SundaySale 11:30-12:30pm 8 Rurumoki St, Regent

BAY

Set Date of Sale

Asset Realty

Agent (REAA

2008)

Sunday 1-1:45pm 34 Kihi Place, Ruakaka Licensed Real

Estate Company

(REAA 2008)

Sunday 2-2:45pm 28 Mangakahia Road OPTIMIZE REALTY

LTD MREINZ

A DIVISION OFTHE HARCOURTS GROUP LICENSED AGENT REAA 2008

LJH M/P M/P BAY PRF

offers over

Price By Negotiation

Real Estate

M/P M/P BFT

9th Dec

$298,000 Sunday 3:30-4:30pm Set Date Sale 13th Jan 6 Stonehaven Set Date Sale Drive, Kamo 9th Dec

Ltd Licensed

BAY

Price by Negotiation Price by Negotiation Auction Set Date Sale

Price by Negotiation Price by Negotiation For Sale $459,000 Set Date of Sale

PGG Wrightson

F/NAT LJH LJH F/NAT

Ltd, Real Estate

Agent, Real

Estate Agent

(REAA 2008)

Sunday 1-2pm 12 Kara Road

A DIVISION OFTHE HARCOURTS GROUP LICENSED AGENT REAA 2008

Sunday 10:30-12pm 133 Port Marsden Road

M/P LJH BBR M/P PGG BFT

Offers $625,000 Price by Negotiation $639,000

Sunday 2-2:30pm 9 Sanctuary Park Lane

Auction 17th

Real Estate

95 Reotahi Road 95 Reotahi Road 3 Ody Rd

406 Whareora

32 Weaver Street 32 Weaver Street 77C Whau Valley 191 Kamo Road Road

10:00-10:30 Sat, Sun 11-12pm 29 Te Mai 11:00-11:30 Rd 95 Reotahi Road 13 Paratai Cres 12:00-12:30 2 Paratai Cres 2:15-3:00 16 Garden Court

Dinsdale, B

Dr

Road Asset Realty

11:00-11:40

1:00-1:30 1:00-1:30 11:00-11:30 12:30-1:30

Agent (REAA

M/P LJH LJH M/P LJH LJH

Sunday 1-1:45pm $725,000 5A Ogle Cres, Tikipunga

Drive

Agents Act 2008

Block Road

Heads

Whareora

Sun

Whau Valley

Sat Sun Sun Sun

Woodhill

Sun Sun Sun Sun

the Real Estate

120 Paramount Parade 18 Hinau St 15 Raupo Pl

2:00-3:00

12:00-12:30

Waipu

LJH BFT LJH F/NAT F/NAT LJH LJH BFT LJH

BFT LJH = LJ Hooker,

31 Tanekaha

138 Marsden 159 BBR Dr Point Road 34 Kihi Place 138 Marsden Point Road 133 Port Marsden Highway 22 Dune Lake Pl

Real Estate

BFT F/NAT

LJH

Licensed under

For Sale $189,000 Price By Negotiation $150,000 $229,000

By Negotiation $225,000 Tender Set Date Sale Set Date Sale 20th Jan 27th Jan Tender Offers over $350,000 Set Date Sale 9th Dec

1183 Pipiwai 1229 Pipiwai Rd Rd

5A Ogle Cres 19a Erin St 4 Puna Rere Dr 58C Boundary Road

Ltd Licensed

F/NAT HRC LJH BFT LJH

Sunday 1-1:45pm

1 Cayman By Negotiation Court

2008)

Asset Realty

M/P M/P

$265,000 Price By Negotiation

Agent (REAA

Sunday 11-11:30am 59 George Point Rd

PGG

$269,000

By Negotiation $329,000 $279,000

By Negotiation Real Estate

9 Sanctuary Park Lane 74 Manganese Point Rd Licensed under

Tutukaka

Sun Sun

LJH

Auction & Thompson,

12:30-1:30

1:30-2:30 1:00-1:30 1:00-1:45 1:30-2:30 10:30-12:00 12:00-12:45

1:00-1:40 1:30-2:15

2:00-2:30 2:30-3:30

Sunday

1:00-1:45 10:00-10:30 11:00-11:30 11:00-11:30

12:00-12:30 12:00-12:45 12:30-1:00

Waikaraka

LJH

BAY BAY BFT BAY

Rd

Asset Realty Ltd Licensed

Sun Sat,2:00-2:30 Sun 11:30-12:30pm 34 Norfolk Ave 58

Tamaterau

Sun Sun

12-12:30pm Tikipunga 37B Anzac Road

Sun Sun Sun Sun

Sandersons

Sun Sun Sun

$445,000 Auction For Sale $405,000 $789,000 Auction

72A Cairnfield 49 Taraire Cres Rd

36B Arcus Street 2A Abbots Way 2/58 Fairburn 34 Fairburn St St 178 Raumanga Valley Road 32B Kahiwi Street

Ngahere Drive Riverside

Sun

9th Dec

Sale by set date Price by Negotiation Price by Negotiation

51B Eureka Pl 16 Kohe Street 12 Eureka Pl 2/43 Eureka 42 Kohe St Pl

Drive 10a Kiteone

M/P LJH LJH LJH LJH F/NAT LJH BFT M/P F/NAT LJH LJH

11-11:45am 182 One Tree Point Rd

2 McInnes Road

14 Cross Street 46 Manse St 30 Norfolk St 14 Cross Street 71 Hatea Dr 8 Rurumoki St

Ruakaka

Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

PRF IND LJH LJH BFT HRC F/NAT LJH LJH LJH BFT BFT PRF LJH LJH

Now only $695,000

1:00-1:30 1:00-1:30

11:00-11:30 12:30-1:00 12:30-1:15 1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30

159 1:30-2:15 Bream Bay

1:00-1:30 10:00-10:30 11:00-11:30 11:00-11:30 12:00-12:30 3:00-3:30

1:00-2:00 11:00-11:30 2:00-2:30 1:00-2:00 10:30-11:00 11:30-12:30

Ruatangata

PGG

$379,000 $749,000 $439,000 Set Date Sale 16th Dec Auction

By Negotiation Auction $550,000

By Negotiation Set Date Sale 16th Dec Auction $650,000 $419,000 Set Date Sale Set Date Sale 16th Dec 16th Dec

Heads Rd

9 Cornfoot Ave

BFT M/P BAY

LJH BFT LJH

Sale by set date

48 Otuhi Road 12 Kara Road 2013 State Highway 14 494 Mangakahia Rd 292 Snooks Rd 28 Mangakahia 360 Kara Rd Road

Bay

McLeod Bay Sun 1:15-2:00 Morningside

6 Stonehaven

Sun Sun

Parahaki

Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

Price by Negotiation Offers Set Date Sale Set Date Sale 23rd Dec 9th Dec $375,000 $365,000 Set Date Sale 9th Dec Auction Price by Negotiation Auction Set Date Sale 9th Sat,

By Sun Negotiation Dec

31a Otaika Street 31a Otaika Street

Parua Sunday 1-1:30pm Bay

Sun

Raumanga

Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun

Reotahi

M/P

Offers over $395,000 $419,000 Set Date Sale 16th Dec

mea

re

1:00-1:30 3:00-4:00 1:00-1:30 10:00-10:30 10:00-11:00 11:30-12:30 12:00-12:30 12:30-1:00

a

1:30-2:15

2:30-3:00 2:30-3:00

Regent

LJH BAY LJH LJH

$299,000

Rd

69a McCullough 7 Macks Lane Rd

Maungakara

Sun

Maungatape

Sun 1:00-2:00 Sun 1:00-2:00 Sun 11:00-11:40 Sun 11:45-12:30 Sun 12:00-1:00 Sun 2:00-2:30 Sun 2:00-2:45

Maunu

Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

Opuawhang

Sun

Otangarei

BFT LJH LJH BFT LJH LJH BFT BFT LJH LJH F/NAT HRC BFT F/NAT

Set Date Sale 16th Dec Auction $469,000 Offers

By Negotiation Price by Negotiation Auction

135a Church 33 Boeing RdStreet 7 Old Onerahi 108 Beach Rd Rd 13 Handley 46A Church Pl St 59 George Point Rd 29 Cockburn 135a Church St Street 118 Old Onerahi Rd 64 Cartwright Rd 2/3 Old Onerahi Rd

Drive

Otaika

Sat Sun

M/P LJH BFT LJH M/P BFT

Auction Set Date Sale Set Date Sale 16th Dec 9th Dec Auction Auction 17th Set Date Sale Dec 16th Dec $535,000

By Negotiation Set Date Sale 9th Dec $279,000 Auction On Application $299,000 Price By Negotiation

116 Three Mile Bush Rd 4 Bonselaar Drive 109 Crane Rd 436 Crane Rd 9/1 Haronui St 21 Mains Avenue 34 Whareora Road

88 Ngahere

M/P F/NAT M/P LJH

Price by Negotiation Set Date Sale 16th Dec Auction Set Date Sale 16th Dec Price by Negotiation Auction

68 Fairway 26 Hoey St Dr 38 Dip Rd 68 Fairway Dr 2/110 Fairway Dr 16 Pebble Beach Bvd 310 Pipiwai 1/28 Three Rd 15 Tuatara Mile Bush Rd 3 Snake HillDr 8 Adams Pl Rd 390 Three Mile Bush Road 16 Mcinnes Ave 40 Forest View Rd

1:15-2:00 12:00-12:30

1:30-2:15 12:15-1:00

2:00-3:00 2:30-3:00 2:00-2:30

LJH BAY BAY

Price by Negotiation $220,000 Price by Negotiotion Set Date Sale 13th Jan

58 Ngahere 126 Maunu Dr 223 Maunu Rd Rd 58 Silverstream Rd 58 Ngahere Dr 30 Silverstream Rd

Kamo

Sat 1:30-2:00 Sat 12:00-12:30 Sat 2:00-2:30 Sun 1:00-1:30 Sun 1:00-1:30 Sun 11:00-11:30 Sun 12:00-1:00 Sun 12:00-12:30 Sun 12:00-12:40 Sun 12:30-1:00 Sun 12:30-1:00 Sun 2:00-2:45 Sun 2:00-3:00 Sun 3:30-4:00

Kamo West

Sun Sun

Kauri

Sun Sun

Kensington

Sat Sat Sun

BAY

Set Date Sale 16th Dec Auction Auction

16 George Street 8 Alfred St 16 George Street 94 Valley Rd

Sat 11:30-12:30 Sun 1:00-1:30 Sun 1:00-1:30 Sun 1:00-1:30 Sun 10:00-10:40 Sun 11:00-11:30 Sun 11:00-11:30 Sun 11:00-12:00 Sun 11:30-12:30 Sun 12:00-12:30 Sun 12:00-12:30 Sun Sunday 11:30am 9:00-9:30

LJH BFT LJH

Set Date of Sale

27 Sands Rd 254 Ngunguru 254 Ngunguru Road Road

Hikurangi

Sat Sun Sun Sun

$309,000 Auction Offers

Point East Road

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GARDENING

Your planting experts from Alter-Natives Nursery & Landscaping talk to readers on this season’s gardening!

How to plant a tree

BY DEBBIE OLDFIELD

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Slow release fertiliser tablets

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t can be as easy or complicated as you want to make it.

Lets face it we’ve all done it, planted a tree at a difficult time of year with little or no preparation.

Just because we’ve found a plant in the garden centre that we have fallen in love with, taken home and thought, hmmmmm, now where do I put it?

The best thing you can do is find out what conditions your plant likes. Does it prefer full sun, part shade, is it frost hardy, wind hardy, will it cope with damp soil or does it prefer it dry?

Once you have found the perfect spot for it (preferably somewhere you can admire it from the house) then set about planting it. Dig a hole approx twice the size of the root system. Mix some compost (store bought or homemade) with some of the soil removed from the hole, 50/50 is good.

Add a few slow release fertiliser tablets to the bottom of the hole, just under where the roots will be. Place your plant into the hole ensuring that it is standing straight and that the surface level will be at the same depth as it was in the pot. Water well. Then mulch your plant to help prevent

weeds competing with the plant and also to conserve water in the soil over the summer months – maybe not so critical this time of year when it is so wet! You can use bark, old carpet, or the Wool Bio-mats we have recently got into the shop. These are made from 100% recycled NZ wool, and are an easy to use option.

Staking your plant is a good idea if there’s any chance of the plant/tree getting blown about. The last thing you want is your new plant to lose all its newly developed roots because it is rocking about in the wind and they are snapping off. If it’s a good size tree you are planting or a windy site I would recommend using hardwood stakes.

These come in varying lengths so there’s a suitable size there for your plant and conditions. Attaching the tree to the stakes you can use jute, elastic tree tie, anything that is natural and will eventually break down, I find a lot of the hard plastic ties tend to get forgotten about and can grow into the trunk of your tree rather than breaking. You can also use bamboo stakes for the smaller plants that don’t need such robust support. We have these available in lengths starting at 60cm right upto 2.4m tall.

The pinks and the purples

BY ISABEL KRAUSS

T

ibouchina ‘Carol Lyn’ has a stunning display of vivid purple flowers throughout the year. The smaller cultivar ‘Carol Lyn’ grows to about 1.5m tall by 1m wide and is great as a small specimen plant in the garden or even containers. The occasional prune, especially after flowering, will ensure a nice and compact shape and encourage new growth. It can tolerate full sun to part shade and prefers a well- drained soil.

The pink delicate flowers of the thryptomene cover the slender branches from late autumn to spring. It’s a pretty tough little plant growing about 1m high with a weeping habit, but needs well drained soil to thrive. It can tolerate dry soils and would look great in a rock garden or on top of a retaining wall! Furthermore, it provides some food for the bees to get them through the winter.

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Ralph Waldo Emerson Every year, in celebration of the New Zealand Children’s Book Awards, local children’s specialist store, Storytime :Award-Winning Books and Toys, partner with the Whangarei Central Library and the Making a Scene Drama and Voice Academy to stage the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT. Children and their parents search the nooks and crannies of Whangarei’s fabulous library and adjoining Cafler Park (weather permitting) to find each of the 20 or so participating storybook characters. Once found, the character must be correctly identified in order to stamp each entry card. Definitely a load of fun, everyone making believe and playing together.

Great things can happen for communities that play together. We begin to laugh and talk with one another, we lighten up. Inside jokes are shared, memories are made and treasured.

Every night at half-past seven,

The House on the Hill, by Kyle Mewburn and Sarah Davis, Scholastic $26.95

Michael and his soft toy Monkey Moon go hippity-hop, hippity-hop, up the stairs to

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bed. But one night, Michael can’t find Monkey Moon in any

rhythmic language and suspense-ful illustrations

of his favourite places, Monkey Moon is missing! Michael and his dad head out to the park to see if they can find

accompany two young ghosts, as they make their

him…

This is a quiet and reassuring story for the very young. Soft

cautious way to their destination -- the house on the hill – and the final ghoulish reveal.

and luminous illustrations subtly reveal Michael’s fear of losing his most precious Monkey Moon as well as the dim,

An exercise in the thrill of anticipation, this sophisticated picture book is ideal for Hallowe’en celebrations. 2016 New

hushed feel of the world after dark. 2016 New Zealand Book Awards Picture Book Finalist and Illustration (Russell Clark Award) Finalist.

Monkey Moon will be aloft on Michael’s dad’s shoulders “There you go, young fella” -- at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT.

Zealand Book Awards Picture Book Finalist and Illustration (Russell Clark Award) Finalist.

Watch out for 2 spooktacular spooks “Up the stairs the ghosts they raced, with trembling hearts and quickened pace” -- at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT.

Changing Times : the story of a New Zealand town and its newspaper, by Bob Kerr, Potton & Burton $19.95pap $29.95HB

Lily Max : Satin, Scissors, Frock, by Jane Bloomfield, Luncheon Sausage Books $22.95

Bob Kerr grew up in Tokoroa,

outrageous outfits, much to the chagrin of her rival in all

where his first job was delivering The South Waikato

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officer, Miss Sprotts. When she embarks on her most ambitious

living, prevalent attitudes and social norms.

project ever, to win the Snow Queen crown at the school ball, utter chaos ensues…

Presented in comic-book style and superbly rendered, this will be a particularly welcome resource for primary

This is a fun read with a lively cast of supporting characters, all similarly vying for their spot in the limelight.

and intermediate students to pore over with older family members. 2016 New Zealand Book Awards Non-Fiction

2016 New Zealand Book Awards Junior Fiction (Esther Glen Award) Finalist.

Zany fashionista Lily Max should be easy to spot in some wild and wonderful get-up at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT.

(Elsie Locke Award) Finalist and Illustration (Russell Clark Award) Finalist.

Newspaper delivery boy Matt McPherson will be on his rounds at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT.

Being Magdalene, by Fleur Beale, Random House $19.95 This is the story of Magdalene Pilgrim and the third book in the Pilgrim Family series (I Am Not

Esther #1; I Am Rebecca #2).

Magdalene is the seemly, modest daughter, growing up within the confines of the religious cult, Children of the Faith. She is truly blessed to have a curious, questioning younger sister – Zillah -- who voices the doubts she herself keeps hidden.

An intense, gripping read that explores alternate ways of living and poses excellent questions about family and loyalty. I highly recommend this series to teen and adult readers; Fleur Beale’s writing never disappoints. 2016 New Zealand Children’s Book Awards Young Adult Fiction Finalist. Magdalene and Zillah will be wandering together at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT, wondering at this city that feels warm and without threat.

Battlesaurus : Rampage at Waterloo, by Brian Falkner, Farrar Straus Giroux $34.95 In this alternate universe, small dinosaurs roam nineteenth century Europe while large raptors inhabit

Lily Max spends her time designing and creating

things couture, Violet, and the autocratic intermediate school

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“It is a happy talent to know how to play”

America, and Napoleon has found a way to use them to his advantage.

The 1815 Battle of Waterloo is thus reimagined -- with dinosaurs!

Very much a teenage male story in a predominantly male world, this is SciFi, but for readers of military historical fiction. Suspense, betrayals and truly gruesome wartime injuries and deaths, with a hint of romance on the side. A genuinely exciting read, vivid and harrowing. 2016 New

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Napoleon Bonaparte, quite possibly history’s most famous short person, will do anything to win the famous Battle of Waterloo; he’ll be trying to garner as much support as possible at the STORYTIME CHARACTER HUNT.

All books available at Storytime, 34 Porowini Ave,Whangarei

Sunday 7 August, 10:30am start at Whangarei Central Library (and adjoining Cafler Park) to find your favourite storybook characters!

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MOTORING

Corolla joins Toyota’s hybrid line-up

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oyota New Zealand plans to have a hybrid version across its model range within the next few years.

The Corolla the latest to join the line-up.

Priced from $38,490, the Corolla hatch hybrid is based on the petrol GLX version and is ed to be popular with businesses expected as the running costs of this model ignificant savings over show significant trol version. the petrol ota NZ’s Toyota Generall Manager of sales, es, Steve Prangnell, ell, said over ver a 5 year ar period the fuel s, savings, when ed compared with a a GLX Corolla petrol,, were expected to be around $2,500 with resale value of the hybrid expected to be $1,000 more than the petrol version.

“We expect it will appeal to people who want a hybrid and prefer to drive a more mainstream-looking car, as well as fleet managers who recognise the dual advantages of lower running costs and a better carbon footprint for their business.”

The Corolla Hybrid has fuel consumption of 4.1L/100km and CO2 emissions of 96 g/km, while the GLX petrol has 6.1L/100kms and 143 g/km.

That battery and hybrid system produces a combined output of 100kWs when paired with the 1.8-litre, fourcylinder petrol engine and a continuously variable

the front fenders and hybrid emblems at the front and rear. rear Inside the car, a hybrid drive m economy meter replaces tachomet and a the tachometer col 4.2in colour infotainment s display screen has been added.

But on the downside, Co the Corolla hybrid has no satnav (that’s saved for the m more expensive Corollas) and no Apple CarPlay, so you could use your smartphone to help smar A question frequently navigate. asked regarding Toyota The GLX’s air hybrids is “What do the con conditioning system has been upgraded batteries cost to replace?” to an automatic dual Toyota engineers consider zon system in the zone the NiMH batteries in their Hyb Hybrid.

The gear hybrids to be a life-ofsel selector is the same the-car component. This resin res type as used in confidence is illustrated the Prius. in the 8 Year Warranty The media launch of the Corolla hybrid was Co offered with the new transmission (CVT) with Power, Economy and held in Manawatu with the Corolla hybrid.

Electric Vehicle modes. drive route from Palmerston The hybrid also differs from the GLX petrol North airport to the Manfeild version by having larger front brakes (to help the hybrid’s racetrack in Fielding. regenerative braking), Michelin low-rolling resistance The route took in urban and country driving before a tyres to improve fuel efficiency and double wishbone rear fuel economy test on the Manfeild track. suspension with a stabiliser bar for improved handling Though the official figure from the Corolla hatch is 4.1L/100km, some of my colleagues recorded 3L/100km, and road hold.

On the outside, the Corolla hybrid has LED headlights while Toyota NZ staff in previous training days on the track had gone below that. and LED daytime running lights, plus hybrid badges on

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What’s on at Whangarei Art Museum

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ince its inception Whangarei Art Museum (WAM) has dedicated itself to not only being the kaitiaki – guardian of the city’s art collection it has continually shown a commitment to opening up the world of ideas, art practice, image-making, and social and cultural history; firmly establishing it as one of Whangarei’s foremost institutions of excellence and diversity. Continuing this legacy Whangarei Art Museum – Te Manawa Toi has dedicated all three gallery spaces to showcasing contemporary Maori art, more specifically contemporary Maori art by Maori women.

In bringing together three entirely independent shows viewers are given the opportunity to witness first hand a contemporary Maori art history that is rich, diverse, and multi-faceted.

In the exhibition Pura Te Manihera McGregor – Whenua ki te Whenua the artist Alexis Neal who although known as an artist who primarily engages in print has broadened her practice and created a body of work featuring woven and carved pieces that blend traditional forms and processes with contemporary materials. Her work is a response to the life and legacy of Pura Te Manihera McGregor (1855-1920, Nga Poutama, Ngati Ruaka, Ngati Rangi), a mana wahine and prominent figure in the Whanganui community. Taking the form of a ‘whata’ a store house for chiefly Taonga the exhibit includes an important part of Pura’s legacy; her personal taonga, now housed by the Whanganui Regional Museum which are on loan to WAM for the duration of the exhibit WAMs second exhibition Waitangi Wahine curated by Chriss Doherty-McGregor in 2015 to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/ The Treaty brings together five Mana Wahine artists with reputations for pushing boundaries; showcasing

Photo: Tia Ranginui, Shark Bait (A Serious Violation of Tapu)

work that uses a variety of media from well known artists Robyn Kahukiwa, Linda Munn, Suzanne Tamaki, Tracey Tawhiao and Andrea Hopkins. Doherty-McGregor explains the exhibition is very provocative and showcases some of the most reputable Maori woman artists in New Zealand. “Essentially this group of work is in response to the impact of the Treaty and its effect on Maori today.”

The third exhibition Hine / Noa / Tapu the artists Tia Ranginui and Vanessa Wairata Edwards explore the significance of tikanga and its place in modern society through a series of print and digital photographs.

Tapu have historically served a functional purpose, by protecting Maori from real dangers however in this exhibition the artists question how relevant is the notions of Tapu and Noa in contemporary society.

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LAST WORD

Did you take much notice of the money choices you made this week?

DIANNE HARRIS is a budget advisor for the Anglican Centre

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mall savings in our everyday spending along with how we are feeling at the time, can make a huge difference to the long term goal.

Did you realise that how we are feeling at the time has a huge impact on whether we will purchase a product or not.

Let me give you some examples – simple steps to saving around $50 in a week • Make a list before you go shopping, save approx. $30 per week (especially if you have planned your menu for the week) • Making your own snacks or even fill your own drink bottle with water $10 per week • Cutting down the 5 coffees a week to 3 $8.00 • Use your own banks ATM to withdraw money $2 Effective money management is really about making choices and avoiding impulse buying .

Recipe of the month Hedgehog Biscuits (kids love them) 4oz butter 4 oz sugar (though can be cut down to 2 oz) Cream these together then add 1 egg and mix well Mix in 1 cup flour and 1 tsp baking powder along with a pinch of salt Roll spoonful amounts of biscuit batter in cornflakes or rice bubble Bake 180 for 10 – 15 minutes.

On days like today… eat cake and read a foodie mag!

PHILIPPA MANNAGH

I’m on my third coffee and it hasn’t touched the sides

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es, those are my tampons in the fridge.

I swore recently that I would greet the day with yoga, fill my body with the goodness of water and breathe deeply, gliding my way through each week.

The reality is, today I smell like BO. My hair is frizzled from the drizzly rain and I burnt my porridge. I have snot down my arm from a sick toddler and the two big ones won’t stop fighting.

Washing piles decorate my home and the smell of dog is getting a bit too much.

The washing line is broken and lawns are overgrown.

These are the days of our lives…

Dishes line the bench and cupboards overflow with towels that haven’t been put away properly.

I dream of a manicure.

In what seems like planned unison, every person in the family calls out my name. At the exact same time, the phone rings and the dog barks at the door knocking salesman.

My doctor said to keep stress levels low, who else rolls their eyes when they say this to you?

Deadlines are looming and kids demand playdates with grandparents, parents and friends. I start to wonder if playdates are meant to go both ways? I’m calling it. For those of you who have just been through school holidays, can I get an amen? These ones where

Stay at home parent?

Need a break?

hard!

I have panda eyes, re-growth, hairy legs and am running on caffeine.

Attractive? No. Determined? Yes. Give me one day to myself and I hope to be in one piece again. It just takes the bottom of the barrel (wine barrel at times) to motivate ourselves to the top.

We all have these weeks, they seem to last forever but if we can pick ourselves up, a hot shower and deep night sleep can make up for the mess we sometimes feel stuck in.

And the tampons in the fridge? Our re-visit to the toddler years continues!

At times, all you can do is laugh.

Pip x

COME DOWN & HAVE A LOOK AROUND!

Give yourself a long weekend and book your little darling/s g in for re Centre. a day or two each week at Whangarei Childcare We currently have vacancies on Mondays and Fridays. Remember 3&4 year olds could even be free! Work & Income subsidies also available. Conditions apply.

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