Savvy September 2018

SEPTEMBER 2018

Local Wedding Follow-up:

Fish, Bonfires & Unity

YOUR FATHER’S DAY PHOTOS YOUR WEDDING PHOTOS THROUGHOUT THE ERAS

PLUS Health, Beauty, Fashion, Art, Fishing, Recipes, Reviews, Gardening, Pets, Local Legends & Giveaways

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GUIDE 2018

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Featured image: “Oval Form” by Greg Barron, winner of the Premier Award.

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SEPTEMBER 2018

contents Editor’s note

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ue to popular demand, we are turning out two wedding editions this year. This is our second and, here, we give you an update on the newly-engaged couple we featured earlier this year. Jess and Zak have since got married and what a fiesta it was! Inside, they share their wedding day with us with all its unique touches.

As well as an updated wedding guide, we asked you to share your wedding photos from throughout the eras – take a look at the evolving trends! This is my nana and poppa in the image below.

We also asked you to send in your Father’s Day pix, which we feature inside. If you would like to contribute to our photo spreads in future, follow the Savvy Facebook page, where we also post online versions to our stories.

This month, we talk to a local dad who shares with us what it’s like being a full-time dad to two daughters while his wife is at work. James is also a stand-up comedian in his spare time – I recon he would have many hilarious yarns that would have his audience in stitches.

So, if you’re planning a wedding, enjoy browsing and, for all the dads out there – Happy Father’s Day!

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Uniting loves, fresh fish and one big shin dig Father’s Day Day in the life of a hands-on dad

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Chic wedding shoes you’ll wear again Wedding guest attire Dargaville wearable arts extravaganza Northland fashion awards 2018

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Introducing GHD platinum+ styler Introducing your local beauty experts What really happens at a laser hair removal treatment

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Lessons From A Lemonade Stand & Get your A into G Living with low vision The new health, wellness and weight loss trend

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Natural glowing health for your wedding day Dream theme & stylish arrivals Wedding dress & suggestions for the guys Complete the look & celebrants Wedding photos Picture perfect Celebrate your wedding at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel Global Diamonds A touch of romance & catering The celebration of your dreams Relax by the beach. Leave the rest to us.

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Pat Patricia Simmons and Des Kelly married on January 1, 1946, in mar Ble Blenheim. They spent part of their honeymoon at Tutukaka and the eve eventually moved to Whangarei to live liv and raise their family. To see mor bridal photos, turn to page 23. more

NZ book awards and Father’s Day open day

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From the EDGE of SPACES

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Review: Hann Sang Korean BBQ restaurant Recipes

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1930 Cadillac V8 & fishing tips Northland youth summit arts festival

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Uniting loves, fresh fish and one big shin dig

BY JODI BRYANT

When your husband-to-be is a commercial fisherman who likes to party and you leave the wedding planning to him, you’re going to get one big shin-dig - with fresh fish, he’s caught on the way to the wedding, on the menu of course.

ess and Zak Olsen’s wedding was never going to be a small affair, despite only giving guests 10 weeks’ notice. It was also never going to be your mainstream wedding. The couple, who met over the Whangarei bar Jess owns while Zak was in town fresh off his fishing expeditions and buying up large, knew they wanted to throw a real party for their large network of family and friends.

“It was Easter Sunday, which was great because it meant everyone could come out and stay and make a good weekend out of it,” says Jess of their venue on a friend’s private farmland tucked away in Helena Bay. The couple invited 250 guests with 200 able to make it at short notice and many opting to camp at the location for several nights ‘which was helpful having the extra hands around to help set everything up as it was just a bare patch of land with a couple of baches,” describes Jess.

Unlike most brides-to-be, Jess left most of the planning to Zak. “Zak basically planned the whole wedding as this was my second wedding so I was pretty relaxed about everything – until it came to the dress!”

Keeping an eye out for a second-hand dress hadn’t turned up much luck so, five weeks out, Jess paid a visit to a bridal shop and fell in love with the second dress she tried on.

“It wasn’t the cheap option I was originally going for but I felt so beautiful and confident in the dress, that Zak agreed to pay for it – on the way to being a great husband already!” she beams.

Zak first came to Jess’ attention when he’d come into her bar barefoot or in gumboots, fresh off the fishing vessel and raucously spend all his hard-earned cash.

She recalls having to stock up on the rum whenever Zak was onshore and, overtime, got to know him and realised he had a ‘heart of gold’.

Newly single after a nine-year relationship with two years of marriage, Jess had

embraced singledom and decided to take Zak on as a project to shape him into the perfect man to set up with a friend.

While Zak, a Southern Cross fishing vessel skipper, was onshore, the two spent time together. However, Jess’ plan to ‘refine the rough edges’ had barely got started when she realised that she was falling in love with Zak herself.

Zak too, was blindsided: “I’d never been interested in relationships,” he explains. “All I’d ever been known for was partying and fishing. I was married to the ocean first and everything else came second.”

However, they both rolled with it and things progressed from there with the arrival of daughter Ariel, and Zak becoming co-

owner and operator of Butter Factory with Jess. On Boxing Day last year, Zak got down on one knee at the water’s edge at Whale Bay – Jess’ favourite place where she spends every Boxing Day with family and friends.

They didn’t have long to plan their wedding but knew they wanted the event to reflect their lives.

With eight members in each bridal party, plus two flower girls – Ariel and her cousin Imogen, including the couple themselves, the bridal party made up a total of 20. Their attire was largely left to them; While the groomsmen were to wear paisley shirts, the bridesmaids’ outfits were to be ankle-length and within a colour palate of blues and purples, which tied in with Jess’ bouquet and crown.

“The flowers were done by Florabunda and nobody realised that they were artificial! They still look great in our home now. The bridesmaids and flower girls also had matching flower crowns.”

Jess’ maid of honour was her best friend and Ariel’s godparent while Zak’s best man is Ariel’s other god parent.

On the morning of the wedding, Zak set two 25-hook recreational long-lines, before returning with his groomsmen to haul them in while it was live-streamed to those on shore. They caught 13 snapper and two groomsmen fell overboard, much to the entertainment of those watching.

The groomsmen then made their grand entrance by boat, wading into shore and

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OUR PEOPLE Photos: Monique Lively donning their shoes on the beach.

The bridesmaids and flower girls

even went for a swim after photos!”

Later, MC Luke Bird led the

the cutting of the cake, which Jess had made the day before and

estimated the hot sunny day and celebratory mood everyone was

happen on a patch of bare land.”

Besides these great memories

followed, with Jess and her father entering last through the driftwood

charge and everyone gathered under the big marquee on the

even decorated on her wedding morning. Then local band 5K

in. Luckily, we knew somewhere we could get more at 7pm on

to add to their collection, along with an album of over 1,000

arch the bridal party had made the day before.

lawn beside the sea to share in the feast, which was largely catered

rocked the night away while bon fires blazed on the beach.

Easter Sunday!

“It was just an incredible day

stunning wedding photos, tying the knot hasn’t brought about too

During the ceremony, one-yearold Ariel was honoured with a

by Zak and Jess themselves and included the fish caught before the

“The biggest thing that did not go to plan was running out

celebrating love and an amazing feeling to be in such a beautiful

many changes for the couple’s daily lives.

special green stone Tonga carved for her and rings, designed and

ceremony.

Speeches followed with many

of alcohol,” recalls Jess. “I was pretty shocked because we

part of Northland surrounded by people that love and support you.

“We have been living together, running a business together

made by Steve Haywood Master Jeweller, were exchanged before

glasses raised and a lot of laughs had. Following the speeches, was

had over-estimated how much everyone would drink, but under-

It was very humbling actually.”

Zak agrees. “The whole thing

and breaking the new ground of parenthood together and those

the signing of the registry was conducted by the couple’s mothers

wouldn’t have been possible without all the support from our

things are such a big commitment and, through them, we have

as a way of honouring their importance in their lives.

amazing family and friends, the bridal party and our ‘unicorn’

experienced so many of life’s ups and downs,” says Jess.

Following the ceremony, local band Farandicus entertained

James who made it all possible.

“The plan for the wedding was

“I think, if anything, the biggest change is being able to call each

guests while drinks and nibbles were served and photos were

to unite our two loves: Jess’ love of the beach and my love of the

other husband and wife. It’s really special and truly reflects the level

taken on the beach.

“The band had learned one of

ocean and fishing. I think we nailed it. The party after was just

of our love and commitment to each other.”

our favourite songs and played it for us at the end of their set. Zak

a bonus.

“Cowley’s Party Hire really

However, come February will be the biggest change, when their

had organized that as a special surprise for me,” says Jess.

came to the party and we are lucky to have a hire company like

new addition is due.

“Pregnancy wasn’t planned but,

“It was a pretty chilled-out afternoon. We had a lot of time to

them in Whangarei. Trent and the team made our dreams come true

I guess, being in Rarotonga on honeymoon has a way of making

relax and catch up with everyone as we had the ceremony at 1pm – I

because, without them, there is no way the event of that size could

these things happen and we are very happy and excited!”

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Natalie Peyton with dad Bruce Robertson and her former student Jordan Taufua. Bruce previously played for Counties Manukau and coached the Taniwhas.

“This is our grandad Malcom, head of the Dearlove clan and all-round good bloke who keeps it real. Happy birthday for September 3. Love Zoe & Lou.”

FATHER’S DAY Bruce and his wife Nellie with their grandies, Christmas 2017.

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Imogen Olsen, 4, with dad Nathan.

Riley loves going out with dad Ryan and enjoying the sun and getting the cows in.

Tate Nelson with his Poppa ex-All Black Eddie Dunn who has helped coach his grandson’s team - Hora Hora under-8s this year.

Scot Nelson with his son Tate Nelson (right) and nephew Max Dunn.

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Day in the life of a hands-on dad

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inding himself draped over the top of the cubicle in the women’s toilets as three astonished women walk in, is just one of the awkward memorable antics of James WhiteHughes day job.

But although he once had an exciting career in adventure tourism and marketing, James wouldn’t change his role for anything.

James became a stay-at-home dad to his two daughters Scarlett, 5 and Tara, 3, when their mum, Becks, returned to her job as a doctor.

“I’ve always looked at it as a privilege to have that time. My dad often worked overseas so I didn’t see a lot of him. I saw it as an opportunity to form that foundation relationship with my kids,” says James.

Originally from the UK, James first clapped eyes on Becks in Rotorua while in the audience at a musical show she was in. He met her backstage and the two went on to perform in shows together. They married, had two daughters in quick succession, then, in January this year, moved to Whangarei where Becks’ family are from.

A newly-graduated doctor, her med school training required her to complete six months consecutive work at a hospital so the couple swapped roles.

“I took the challenge seriously and taught myself to cook decent meals. We got into a routine each day, which included swimming, and I would take the kids to playgroup several times a week in the morning. Then we’d go and see Becks and have lunch with her at work so she got to see the kids, before returning home where the kids would hopefully have a nap, although rarely were their sleep patterns synchronised,” recalls James, 38.

“During this time, I’d make sure the house was clean and have a nice meal waiting for my wife when she came home from work. It wasn’t until my friend became full-time in the role and did none of those things that I realised I was actually doing a pretty good job.”

James says he never felt emasculated, although, being the only male at playgroup, the conversations were ‘a bit limited’. And the role has come with its challenges, which is where the toilet scenario comes in.

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“Having two girls, there are very little facilities for changing rooms for men so I’d have to take them into the women’s toilets.

As they got older, they wanted autonomy

the endless loads of washing, which included reusable nappies.

like that before. I said: ‘Noooo…’ but she can read me so she knew.”

So, come 5pm, is he quick to palm the kids off to his wife when she walks through the

Weekends are spent together as a family and, as most of their friends are in the same

and both insisted they wanted to use the women’s toilets themselves and, one time,

door?

“Becks has a physically and mentally-

boat with children, catching up with friends involves playdates. But there is still time for

they both synchronised locking themselves in. I had to climb over the cubicle in the

demanding job so I see it as a joint responsibility and we work as a team. When

individual interests.

“Since we moved to Whangarei, we’ve got a

women’s toilets, at which point, three Indian women walked in and started berating me

she gets home, we all eat dinner together, then it’s onto bath time and putting them to

plethora of babysitters so that allows us more freedom. I do stand-ups and we both perform

while I was half-hanging over trying to keep my balance and apologising while trying to

bed with storytime.”

Is there time for that much-needed couple’s

at poetry nights and do improv comedy together. Becks runs meditation as well.”

keep my children calm!”

end-of-day debrief?

So, what are the best and worst aspects of being a full-time dad?

“The worst would be the faeces side,” answers James cringing. “Although we’re past that stage now. It’s kind of a lonely life.

Essentially, you’re there with your kids which is great but you often long for that adult interaction and conversation and I think lots of mums have mum’s groups and there’s not really one for dads. It’s kind of easy to just go completely mad being parents. But I’ll read quite a bit and I like committing things to memory like poetry.

“One of the things which used to frustrate me was when people talk about how angelic their children are. Whereas I’d be completely honest about the character flaws in my children. You’ve got to be real about it, I think, and retain a sense of humour. It’s about not looking at parenthood through rose-tinted glasses. It’s one of the hardest things you could possibly do and you know if you make a mistake if can be a lifelong thing with your children. It’s a massive responsibility and, as

One of the aspects he finds bemusing about being a full-time dad are the compliments he receives from strangers.

“When people see a man with his children, they automatically assume you’re a great dad and people come up to me in the supermarket and say: ‘You’re doing a great job’ and it kinds of annoys me because nobody ever says that to a woman. People lavish you with praise and there seems to be this expectation with women so I challenge them and say: ‘You don’t know what goes on behind closed doors’.”

Not that James seems to have anything to be ashamed about. As well as keeping a tidy home, despite the kids’ best attempts at

“Actually, whenever my wife reads to the kids, she’ll often fall asleep with them,” he laughs. “But, yeah, we eventually have a debrief and chat and I show her photos from the day and tell her anecdotes for their memory books. She’s better at that sort of thing than me so I’ll relate stories and she’ll write them down.

“Becks has been amazing,” he continues.

“She breastfed for over four years in total between them, expressing milk for me for during the day, and is there for all the milestones, although she missed Scarlett’s first steps. I didn’t say anything and I took her into work the following day and said:

undoing it, he bakes with them, reads, role

‘Hey, maybe she should try to walk!’ and, when it happened, Becks was elated and

plays, rough and tumbles and then there’s

then asked if she had ever done anything

long as you do your best, you’ve just got to forgive yourself for certain things.”

And the best?

“It’s getting to re-live your own childhood.

It’s like learning everything again because you forget why you understand really simple things until you have to explain it. It broadens your own understanding and appreciation of life, adding commentary to your children’s experience with careful explanation, seeing their little minds and personalities grow and being able to nurture it, is great.”

Though it’s getting easier – the girls are in day care and school now – and the nocturnal nappy changes are behind them, like many parents, James would adore more sleep.

“I used to fantasise about Cameron Diaz, now it’s just lying in bed!”

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ith the gentle arrival of spring, the wedding season warms up.

Preparations that began months ago are settling into place, venues are booked, dates coveted, and the metre-long ‘to-do’ lists are gradually being ticked off. Topping the list, after ideal groom and venue, must be the bridal gown. The selection of the dress of a life-time is often easier than expected due to the bride’s gorgeous glow of youth.

For the rest of us, dress requirements can be hugely diverse as every wedding has its own story. It may be a garden, beach, native bushland, woolshed, island

Want to look elegant and grace at your children’s wedding?

resort, vineyard or even a church ceremony anywhere in the world. Our picks to cover this diversity are: Moss and Spy: this 13-year-old Australian label designed by Lia Tsimos, aims to create feminine clothing for women who want to be noticed. The selection of signature fabrics include embroidered silk, lace and sequins with a focus on colour and texture resulting in stand-out designs. Moss and Spy is a bold choice of both guest and ‘mother of’ for that statement wedding anywhere. We have proudly stocked this label for the past twelve years and love its limited editions.

Frank Lyman: this ‘made in Canada’ label named after its owner, creates mid to high-end clothing that accentuates body shape using firm, flattering, fabrics that ping colour. Perfect for many wedding occasions as his classical styles can be worn again and again and again.

Joseph Ribkoff: born in 1957 (a very good year), this Montreal label by designer Joseph Ribkoff has stood the test of time. With the tagline ‘No one knows me like Joseph Ribkoff’, he prides himself on designing

body-confident styles for women who wish to turn heads when they enter a room - a perfect requirement for ‘mother of’. Not all designs suit a sleeve and because the majority of women dislike their arms, Joseph Ribkoff’’s

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designing edge are his variety of cover-ups that always match, no matter how long ago you bought the dress.

Emily and Finn: established in 2002 from humble beginnings at Portobello Market in London is a retro label now stocked across the world. For the ‘Nigellalook’ woman who loves theatrical colours, natural fibres, pockets and full skirts, this is the brand for you.

Perfect for ‘mother of’ or guest at a beach or garden wedding on a hot summer’s day, as it screams fun.

Zaffina: This locally-designed, made in China brand owned by Gary Chettleberg, has become an icon for the patterned stretch cotton shift and the boldycoloured combination dresses with sleeves, perfect for a relaxed wedding. Based at The Mount, Gary knows the New Zealand woman and her love of summer and creates affordable, easy-care, fun garments that can be dressed up or down to suit all occasion.

So when you’ve sorted out what you’re wearing to the wedding, don’t forget about the casual but classy number you’ll be needing for the barbecue brunch the next day or the outfit for the ‘meet the in-laws’ dinner the night before – oh and you’ll need something for the plane…

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A sliver of ‘wow’ to Dargaville The 2018 Dargaville Wearable Arts extravaganza is set to bring art to life with 43 entries and three extraordinary shows.

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he event will showcase creative talent with a breathtaking display of innovative, original costumes and choreography directed by notable Northland choreographer and director, Jayden Rudolph.

Mr Rudolph was co-director and chief choreographer of Art ‘n’ Tartan 2018 wearable art event and also assistant director, creative manager and choreographer in 2017, and will now direct the 2018 Dargaville Wearable Arts.

The former Bream Bay College head boy says he’s looking forward to being involved in a project on the west coast.

“I am very inspired by the World of Wearable Art in Wellington. I’ve always had a fascination with wearable arts, its uniqueness and what it brings to New Zealand. I was

Last year’s Dargaville Wearable Arts supreme award winner Queen of Rolls.

Designers Megan Pitchforth and Margaret Rasmussen with their creation modelled by Enya Hill lucky enough to attend WoW in Wellington last year and was blown away with the way they amalgamated the costumes with a theatrical performance.

“I will try to bring a sliver of wow to Dargaville. I also have a performance troupe called Olympus — so there will be performances that really highlight the costumes, and I am excited to bring them to Dargaville to share that experience.”

Chairman of the Dargaville Arts Association, Allan Mortensen said last year’s show was extremely well-received. ‘’Now we have the task of making each year better than the year before. To this end, we feel well on track to achieve this with the exciting, creative input of Jayden Rudolph.”

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Dargaville Arts Association deputy chair, John Pickworth, says the event is an opportunity for locals to showcase their talent.

“The Dargaville Wearable Arts show provides an opportunity for people with the spark of an idea to transform that into a wearable costume and showcase it in this event.”

The event will be divided into four categories: Moananui Great Oceans; Living off the land - Farming (all types); Avantgarde; and Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Tickets are now available online at wearablearts.nz with a show on Friday, September 14 at 8pm and two shows on Saturday, September 15 at 2pm and 8pm.

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FASHION

The Northland Fashion Awards 2018

The Rotary Club of Whangarei South is very proud to present to you the 41st Anniversary of the Northland Fashion Awards on Saturday October 6, 2018.

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ur major sponsor, Bernina, is celebrating 125 years of helping people to create their fashion designs. If you want to know more about this, talk to Sandy or Tim at Bernina Northland in The Strand.

The Rotary Club has also got many other sponsors behind the show this year to make it a spectacular show-stopping night, so don’t forget to show your support to these sponsors too.

The Bernina Northland Fashion Awards was designed to encourage and create a platform for all Northlanders of all ages, to show off their creativity and talent as fashion designers. Over the years, we have seen many of these young designers go on to become WOW winners and world-renowned fashion designers in their own right. Go Northland!

As designing has changed through the years, this year some of the categories have changed too. However, we still have some of the good favourites. New and returning categories this year include: Evening Wear, Avante Garde, Fantasy Fashion, Masquerade, Cosplay, Fashion Design (Adult and Student), Street Wear, Trash to Fashion and all the creative Wearable Art. Prejudging will be on the weekend of September 15 & 16, and will be held at the

People Potential campus, 17 Keyte Street, Kensington, Whangarei. So, with entries closing September 1, and the show on October 6, timing is tight, and the judges will have lots of work going through the outfits and talking to the designers.

This year’s show will WOW the audience and start with a BANG – but you will need to come to find out more. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketek or at Whangarei’s own Forum North Complex, so be in quick. Doors open on October 6 at 6:30pm with the show starting at 7pm.

Northland’s own Mediaworks will be back to MC the night. From the pre-judging, through to the show night, all those taking part, love the world of fashion. We look forward to seeing you there too, as part of the show.

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The Rotary Club has been supporting and promoting local Northland Talent since 1975. This year is the 41st Anniversary of the Awards and like many others the proceeds will be going back to the youth of Northland.

There are many local businesses putting cash, time and energy into this event making it a great achievement for Northlands Talent.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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Introducing GHD Platinum +: unbeatable professional styler for ultimate results and stronger, healthier hair

The new GHD Platinum + styler is now available at Xtreme Shampoo Shoppe at RRP$380 with 3 years manufacturer’s guarantee.

The world’s first smart straightener exists because the future is now.

GHD is launching the first ever smart straightener and it sounds like downright magic. It’s been in the works for five long years, so you know it’s bound to be good.

The innovative GHD Platinum + straightener with ultra-zone technology will respond to your hair and the way you want to style it. The straightener will control heat more effectively and predict your hair’s personal needs. This way, it gives you the ultimate results without sacrificing your hair’s health or strength.

GHD also has the numbers to prove that this straightener is unlike anything on the market. The straighter will actually give your hair 20 per cent more shine, is two times safer for coloured hair and sitting at 185° Celsius, it won’t cause drastic damage to your hair. According to GHD, you’ll actually be able to style your hair every day. The infinity sensors monitor the heat 250 times per second so it can always maintain the

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Glowing, healthy, rejuvenated skin isn’t just about how you look – it also makes the world of difference to how you feel. That care for the whole person has underpinned the Skin Institute’s approach for 22 years.

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xperienced and dedicated, Whangarei team appearance medicine nurse Chrissie Dawkins and beauty therapist Keri Rodgers together have 20 years’ in the beauty and skin health industry.

They understand that everyone’s skin is different and take the time to get to know you and your individual needs.

As with all Skin Institute practitioners, Chrissie is trained in popular treatments and, with the backing of Skin Institute’s rigorous protocols and doctor oversight, her clients feel in safe hands with her.

“It’s about assessing the whole face to ensure the right treatment, achieving the right proportions, to deliver a fresh and natural look,” says Chrissie.

Her two most popular treatments are: Anti–wrinkle injections

BEAUTY

Introducing your local beauty experts

Skin Institute Whangarei’s appearance and beauty therapy team

Chrissie is experienced in using these to ease the appearance of wrinkles and frown lines without making you look frozen or unnatural.

Fresh face with dermal filler Performed skilfully, dermal fillers can improve the natural contours and proportion of your lips, cheeks and face, leaving you looking refreshed and fantastic - no ‘duck lips’ or puffy face.

Chrissie is supported by Keri who is passionate and extremely knowledgeable about skin. She has seen first-hand the results that can be achieved with an advanced skincare regime – something she sees as the first line of defence against aging and skin damage. Keri recommends active cosmeceutical skin care with ingredients such as Vitamin A and C, and sunscreen with zinc is a must.

The team are experts in a wide range of treatments including facials, tinting and advanced skin treatments, such as laser skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, red vein removal, IPL, dermal needling, LED light therapy, peels and microdermabrasion.

Helping hands to healthy, beautiful skin is now on your doorstep at Skin Institute Whangarei.

Start with a free consultation with Chrissie or Keri.

To book, phone 09 438 6767 Our clinic is at 67 Maunu Rd, Whangarei and also offers services and treatments for skin cancer, dermatology and veins.

Let your natural beauty shine through.

Glowing, healthy, rejuvenated skin makes a world of difference to how you look and feel. With 20 years’ experience in all aspects of professional skincare and Appearance Medicine, we offer the latest, most effective treatments to address any of your skin concerns, from wrinkles,

sagging and sun damage right through to unwanted hair, acne scaring, facial veins, enlarged pores or dullness. We take a partnership approach to our consultations, whereby our expert assessment combines with your goals to create a comprehensive treatment plan that is uniquely yours.

To discuss your treatment options phone Skin Institute Whangarei, 67 Maunu Rd, on 09 438 6767 or visit skininstitute.co.nz/injectables

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BEAUTY

What really happens at a laser hair removal treatment Looking to laser off your unwanted hair? Get an idea of what you can expect at Caci.

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o, you’ve made the decision and you’re ready to get laser hair removal – what happens now?

If you’ve never had it done before, laser hair removal can be an intimidating process.

What will it feel like? How long will it take, and how many sessions will you need? All these questions and more are likely on your mind.

At Caci, we were the first to bring the technology to New Zealand and have been getting great results for our clients for over 20 years, so we know what we’re talking about. When it comes to the actual treatment process, we know how important it is to feel informed and included in the journey.

Here, we’re breaking down exactly what happens at a laser hair removal treatment, from the initial consultation to the treatment itself.

Get all the details At your consultation stage, our expert staff will discuss your hair removal options with you and make sure you’re informed about everything you need to know prior to having the treatment.

It’s important to note that not everyone is a candidate for the treatment (certain hair colour types can make it more difficult for the laser to work effectively, for example), so this stage is important for us to make sure you know what your options are.

Quick and professional treatment During the treatment, a concentrated light beam is targeted at the treatment area, where it is absorbed by the pigment in the hair shaft and follicle.

Heat is generated, which loosens the hair and also disables the cells involved in hair growth to prevent future hairs from growing back.

Some people describe the sensation of the laser as like a rubber band being flicked against your skin – but the level of discomfort varies between individuals and the areas being treated.

Generally, the coarser the hair, the greater the sensation.

Our staff are highly-trained and professional, so they will ensure the treatment process is as quick and painless as possible. A single session can take as little as 15 minutes, depending on the area, so you’ll be on your way in no time!

After your treatment We recommend a course of treatments for each of our clients - this is to ensure you get long-lasting results.

Our expert team will be there every step of the way to look after you throughout your treatment journey, and ensure you’re getting the results you want.

If you’re considering laser hair removal, we’d definitely recommend seeing our friendly team. For a free consultation – simply visit caci.co.nz to request an appointment or call Caci Whangarei on 0800 458 458

Charmaine’s Skin Journey at Caci Whangarei Charmaine Soljak, local announcer from The Hits Northland

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This week at Caci Whangarei, I was treated to a Vitamin C infusion to brighten my skin and help treat pigmentation. The serum feels glorious and is infused using the sonophoresis technology (sound waves, perfect for a radio personality).

I was thinking ‘Wow that sounds fancy’, and it is! Vitamin C provides your skin with building blocks needed for repair, sun protection, collagen stimulation and hydration. It successfully passes active ingredients through the skin barrier to get to the cellular level of the skin. The results were very, very good.

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After three weeks in Hawaii, the treatment left my face looking clear, refreshed and super-hydrated. There was an obvious reduction in my lines. I really love how relaxing the facial treatments are, but, most of all, how wonderful my skin feels after the treatment. Confidence booster? Absolutely.

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HEALTH

Lessons from a lemonade stand Have you ever sold lemonade from your front yard? BY NATALIE TOLHOPF My dad was a business owner for many years. He used to own the Four Square on Bank St in Whangarei. Maybe I served you there as a young teen? He also had a fruit shop in Birkenhead. So, it is no wonder that, as a young child, I had numerous lemonade stands outside our front yard.

The other weekend my two girls wanted to sell iced tea. I jumped at the chance to encourage this. Kiwi kids, doing the kiwi thing; Selling from their front yard.

We spoke about how to educate the market around iced tea, seeing as it was winter.

We looked at ways to entertain, educate and supply the needs of the prospective customers and find marketing words like: ‘Spring is coming, why wait to taste it now?!’ or: ‘Iced Tea is refreshing, invigorating and free from sugar’.

At the beginning, they were excited, worked hard to set up the stand, swept the driveway, decorated the table, split their job

... learnt to be patient and keep the attitude and body language positive!

I shifted their energy and cranked up the radio. We went door-knocking to let people

lesson in needing to be seen more than once.

On reflection, the girls learnt that next time

know we were there. While one was doorknocking the neighbours, the other tidied

they would have a bigger table to be seen, let the neighbourhood know a few days in

roles and had their first customer (thanks neighbour!)

But, of course, the reality set in within half

up the stand, made it colourful, sweep the driveway and added more signs.

advance, have the ability to walk around with the product and be more mobile. But mostly,

Sure enough, after people had driven past, they stopped on the return journey – a big

they learnt to be patient and keep their attitude and body language positive!

an hour. How many of us can relate to this?

They asked me: “Why is no one buying mum?” and “Where is everyone?”

Even from a humble lemonade stand, the simplicity of running a biz is the same. As their attitude shifted from excited to deflated,

Natalie Tolhopf is a business coach and founder of Natalie Tolhopf.com, helping business owners to smash through imperfection and mindless scrolling, to create a business of simplicity through action and intuition. www.natalietolhopf.com

Get your A into G!

BY SARAH TRASS Without a doubt, one of the most common things people say to me is that they lack motivation to get what they want. Let’s face it, we all experience those moments when sitting on the couch sounds way more appealing than getting all sweaty at the gym.

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But how is it that some people can bounce back after falling off the bandwagon, when others can’t? Is it that they have more self-control?

Or, are they just inherently better? The answer is…of course not!

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key things: 1. We’re not focused on something that’s truly important to us, OR… 2. We’re not focused on the habits that keep us moving forward.

If you fall into camp 1, it’s not that you lost motivation to keep going, you simply lost focus on why you’re doing it. When it comes to making a change, or stepping up and taking your life to the next level, you have to be emotionally connected to the outcome, and, in turn, the process of getting there; otherwise your inspiration will always fade. You will find excuses and distractions to avoid taking action, versus finding reasons to commit.

Therefore, stop and ask yourself what’s important to you? What is it that you’re prepared to roll your sleeves up and work hard for? Once you’ve identified what drives you, use it as a reminder to fire yourself up for the day ahead.

If you fall into camp 2, you know what you want and why, but you’re most likely letting yourself get distracted. Swiping through

Sarah is an internationallycertified Health and Lifestyle Coach, passionate about helping you live your best life - a life that’s healthier, happier, and way more fulfilling.

social media, constantly checking and replying to emails, and attending to the constant stream of ‘urgent’ tasks, will make you very busy… busy doing things that don’t help you move forward with your biggest goals.

If you are looking for additional support and motivation to start living a life you love, book your free 30-minute consultation in with me today! www.sarahtrass.com

So, set three actions for yourself to complete EVERY DAY that moves you one step closer to achieving what you want.

Block out time for activities that you know distract you, so that the rest of the day is free for you to focus on your chosen activities.

This habit only takes four minutes to do, and, as a result, you will have hours of clarity and focus to get you moving and motivated again.

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HEALTH

Living with low vision Many people at some time in their life will experience a problem with their eyesight. If you start to notice your vision changing or you have any concerns about your eyesight, consult the Eye Centre PrimeCare.

What is low vision?

Low vision is sight loss, reduced vision or vision loss that cannot be corrected or improved by glasses, medicine or surgery and makes everyday tasks difficult.

If you have low vision, you may: • have difficulty reading and writing • have a loss of depth perception, making it difficult (for example) to identify if a step is high or low • have less contrast sensitivity, which makes it hard to see a curb, steps, a hole in the pavement or pale or coloured print • have problems seeing at distance, making it difficult to determine whether pedestrian crossing signals are on or off, or see street name signs • see spots that block your central vision, which make it hard to identify landmarks or notice obstacles • have a loss of visual field, which results in reduced peripheral vision; this makes it difficult to move around without bumping into things (such as coffee tables or open cupboard doors) • not be able to see and identify faces, which can make communication more difficult.

glasses (fitovers) or clip-on sunglasses.

A wide-brimmed hat or visor is another good way of controlling glare and light sensitivity. Tinted glasses lens can help, particularly with glare from indoor lights.

Managing your daily tasks 1) Make things brighter and bigger •

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Lighting If you have low vision, good lighting is really important. Direct light on a task improves contrast. For reading, writing or other detailed tasks, use direct lighting from an adjustable lamp positioned close by. Install extra lights over work surfaces.

Use contrast Strong contrasts can help you to see more easily. For example, pour coffee into white cups and put white plates on dark place mats. Have a dark chopping board and a light one. Chop dark items (eg, meat) on the light board and light items (eg, onion) on the dark board. Contrast can be tactile as well as visual. For example, you can use a rubber band to help you know the difference between similar containers, for example, shampoo and conditioner.

Control glare Wear sunglasses, or ones that fit over your

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Enlarge Sit closer to the television, and at the front at concerts, presentations and performances. Many smartphones, tablets, e-readers and computers have features that can increase text size and contrast.

Some have a text-to-speech feature, allowing you to hear the text spoken rather than read it, and most have back lighting.

Use a photocopier to enlarge timetables, recipes, address books, menus, etc.

Losing vision does not have to mean giving up your usual activities, but it can mean finding new ways of doing them.

Some health conditions that may cause blindness do not have any symptoms early on, may only affect one eye and may not always be easily detectable except through an eye examination. Regular eye examinations are the best way to prevent a vision impairment. Have frequent eye examinations if you have a family history of eye disease or a medical condition such as diabetes or hypertension.

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3) Going out An important part of living with low vision is maintaining normal family/whānau, social, leisure and work activity. When you go out, plan, and think ahead and allow plenty of time. Be prepared by visualising the route you will take and anticipating where you might experience difficulties.

Restaurants can send menus to you in advance, or you can look at them online before you go.

More information and tips can be found on the Ministry of Health website.

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2) Re-organise • Eliminate hazards Make sure your home is safe. Secure mats and trip hazards. Make sure everything has a place, so you can easily find it.

• Be organised Thinking ahead and being organised can make a big difference.

• Have designated spots for important items like your keys and wallet.

• Keep work spaces clear. Have a place for everything, and put things back in their place. Close cupboard doors and make sure floors remain clear.

• Organise your fridge and pantry consistently, grouping similar foods together.

• Before you travel, get any forms you’ll need (eg, departure cards or visa applications) and fill them out at home.

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The new health, wellness and weight loss trend

HEALTH

INTRODUCING…

BY CAROLYN HANSEN ANYTIME FITNESS, WHANGAREI

This fantastic new fitness trend called Body Recomposition is one that ditches the bathroom scale in favour of measurements and progress pics and is being called the new weight loss.

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t’s (finally!) becoming more common knowledge that the number you see on the scale isn’t the only thing that matters when it comes to health and weight. Instead, body fat percentage and composition (your muscle to fat ratio) are true indicators of long-term health.

That’s why many fitness professionals are focusing on body recomposition (‘recomp’) instead of simply trying to lose weight which is a radically different approach in philosophy and strategies than old, outdated fitness and weight loss methods.

It’s about reshaping your body - the planned creation of a slim, toned ‘feelgreat’ healthier and leaner body through an exercise and nutrition regimen that has the goal of simultaneously gaining muscle and losing fat. Scale weight can stay the same or lowers at a rate much slower than with oldstyle weight loss but has potentially greater health benefits than simply losing weight.

The problem with focusing solely on weight loss and not maintaining or building muscle is that you will lose muscle in addition to fat during the process. You may see numbers going down on the scale

but you may actually be creating a worse fat-to-muscle ratio in your body, which can wreak havoc on your hormones and health.

This might seem fine in the present, but can backfire in the long run, especially when trying to keep the weight off.

Body Recomp Rules: Exercise - 2-3 purposeful and rewarding strength training sessions (with increasing intensity) each week. The focus is on exactly how strong your goal body is and then planning your training to achieve that performance level. There is no cardio, no punishment, no random brutal activity and you don’t train often or long. Your workouts are ‘whole-body’ as working your entire body each time will give you the strongest metabolic effect.

Another rule is that any other exercise or activity other than strength training

is optional and DOES NOT count as a workout day. Walking, jogging or any other recreational activity is great on non-workout days and is all part of a more active lifestyle and contributes to the end goal.

Eating - old-style weight-loss diets blame certain foods or food categories for causing your current body composition. Diets are all about what NOT to eat. Body recomp eating is about positively focusing on providing the nutrients your body needs to change itself and perform in the gym. It is entirely focused on the food you NEED to eat; not what you don’t.

In general, it’s more of a lifestyle than a diet, with a long-term commitment to regular strength training and a diet adequate in protein and nutrients (think REAL food). If there is any calorie reduction, it is very small, maybe 100-200 per day so your biggest fat loss tool – your energy – is not taken away

which is common in main-stay diet plans.

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Be patient - altering your body composition is often a long, slow process, which can be discouraging. But take heart as structured, long-term consistency is much more attainable than many other diets and training plans, especially if you tend to be on the ‘yo-yo’ dieting train. This method is a great way to create long-term, positive lifestyle habits while maintaining a healthy perspective and outlook.

Allow 6-12 months (or longer) for meaningful changes and acknowledge small steps along the way. To be happy with your results it is about committing to changing lifestyle habits rather than simply going on ‘another’ diet. Slow and steady with a change in thinking from weight loss to inches lost and strength gained wins this race.

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WEDDING GUIDE 2018

Dr Libby Weaver

Natural Glowing Health for your Wedding Day When it comes to the old adage, you are what you eat, no statement is truer when it comes to our skin, hair and nails.

Building the base Just because you eat a specific food or nutrient doesn’t mean you get all of the nourishment from it. Much of sparkling health comes down to the way we absorb and utilise nutrients in our body. To maximise digestive power and, hence, nutrient absorption, try beginning the day with some apple cider vinegar or lemon juice in warm water. This can help to support stomach acid production, which helps to set up the pH gradient of the digestive tract, ensuring your digestive processes are able to function at their best. You can also support better digestion by chewing your food really well, as food must be broken down before the nutrients can be extracted.

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sparkle as they communicate to your body that your life is in danger which means that your body prioritises the processes necessary for your survival. Their very presence in your body downregulates a whole host of biochemical functions such as your digestion and reproductive function, as well as your ability to burn body fat efficiently as a fuel — to name just a few. All of this will have an impact on your skin. So if you’re regularly feeling overwhelmed, stressed, rushed, under pressure or even just too busy on a daily basis, there’s a good chance your body is churning out stress hormones, which will, in turn, be impacting on the health of your skin.

Many women report feeling stressed in the lead-up to their wedding day. If this sounds like you, schedule and commit to regular diaphragmatic breathing exercises. It can literally change your life. And I do not say that lightly. Other practices that can help to reduce stress hormone production include meditation,

Dr Libby will be bringing her brand-new event, The Hormone Factor, to Whangarei on September 24, 7pm-9pm at Toll Stadium, Level 2, Stadium Lounge, 51 Okara Drive. During the event, Dr Libby will explore ageing, hormones, beauty and biochemistry. Tickets are $39.99 from www.drlibby.com/events

yoga, Pilates, tai chi, qi gong and spending at least five minutes a day focusing on and giving voice to all the aspects of your life for which you are grateful.

Magnificent minerals Minerals are essential for healthy hair, skin and nails, and when we don’t have enough, the appearance of these ‘beauty bits’ can suffer. Zinc is particularly important for healing skin challenges such as acne, and it’s also key for healthy hair and nails. White spots on the nails can be a sign of low zinc. Iron is also important for maintaining hair health, and iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies, particularly among women in their childbearing years. However, it’s always best to have your levels tested before supplementing iron, as too much is also problematic.

Essential fatty acids Fats are especially important for our skin and hair. They are an enormous part of how our skin and hair stay moist and lush as opposed to coarse and dry. Including oily fish, flaxseeds and walnuts can all make a difference in this department. These foods contain omega-3 fatty acids, which also have anti-inflammatory properties. It can also be practical to use an essential fatty acid supplement such as those

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Although, I like to take it one step further to say that you are what you eat, absorb and assimilate. No amount of smoke-and-mirror tactics can replace the natural beauty of glowing health. And in the lead-up to your wedding, it can make a big difference to your head space knowing that this is taken care of. Leading up to your big day, the keys to creating truly spectacular skin, hair and nails is nourishment and stress management. Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can naturally increase your radiance for your big day.

containing fish, flaxseed or algae oil, as many people find it difficult to eat enough of these foods to truly nourish their skin, hair and nails.

Evening primrose oil is also a favourite of skin, hair and nails.

Increasing the nourishment of your diet Skin, hair and nails are mostly made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. They also have minerals built in to their matrix. Including adequate protein in your diet is essential to skin, hair and nail quality and often very soft nails are the result of poor protein utilisation in the body. Most people can easily obtain enough protein throughout the day by eating mostly whole foods. Protein-rich foods include good quality meats, seafood, eggs and legumes.

If you observe that your skin, hair and nails are not in the shape you would like them to be, rather than (or perhaps as well as!) applying creams and potions, consider that your body may simply be trying to draw your attention to an area of your health, that, if you altered, may make an enormous difference to your wellbeing.

Although they can all look stunning, you can see they are also barometers for your wellbeing.

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DREAM THEME - Express your uniqueness The theme for your wedding will set the foundations for your planning and make that perfect day of yours more special for you and your guests.

STYLISH ARRIVALS The theme of a wedding is often reflected in the transport chosen for the couple’s arrival.

A wedding set in an orchard or vineyard

You might want to make your entrance and

could suggest a rustic theme with boutique wines, or cider, followed by an interesting

departure in unique style, but check out availability and practicality when making your

photo shoot. A spring wedding might suggest fresh spring flowers such as daffodils or

choice of wedding vehicle.

autumn gives scope for hues of latte and peach. A winter wedding lends itself to

Classic or vintage cars - these tend to be booked up well in advance so act quickly once

mulled wine and a reception by the fireside.

you’ve decided on the date for the wedding.

The sky is the limit as far as a theme goes and you probably have plenty of ideas already. The

Wedding stationery is still an important part of the wedding and generally follows your

Two wheelers - for something less conventional, you might consider a vintage

most important consideration is that whatever you choose suits you both, expresses your

chosen theme and style. Invites, RSVPs, place settings and thank you cards may all

motorbike and sidecar or a tandem bike.

personalities, and falls within budget. Your choice will influence the colours you choose for your

be required.

Double-decker bus or coach - a bus, a fun way to get around, can also transport your

dresses, the flowers, the groom’s outfit, invitations, venue decorations, transport, the cake and so on.

Creating a mood board is an effective and fun way of visualising how certain colours

wedding guests, ensuring they find their way to the ceremony and reception and that they are

by boat could be just the ticket.

and textures would look together. You can add pictures of bouquets, centrepieces,

delivered safely back to their accommodation.

Your venue could also be a key to choosing

Horse and carriage or horseback - for a truly romantic start to your ceremony nothing

a theme. A beach wedding might call for a casual style of dress with a seashell theme,

dresses, shoes, accessories and cakes.

Don’t forget to consider favours which are

can beat arriving in a horse-drawn carriage.

maybe even tropical flowers followed by cocktails and a seafood barbecue.

generally tasty treats that guests can take away as a reminder of your special day.

Helicopter - what about a chopper for serious thrills and a grand entrance? If there’s

A vintage-themed ceremony offers plenty of

There’s no shortage of specialist websites

a distance to travel it could also be quite practical.

scope for the imagination. Select an exquisite dress or design from a previous era and artfully

offering fresh inspiration from around the world like Instagram and there’s Pinterest

Whatever type of transport you choose, you

mix with contemporary accessories and add table settings and decorations to match your

that’s always inspirational. There are also plenty of planning tools online covering

will still want comfort, punctuality, reliability and an element of shelter if the weather is less than

selected era.

budgets, checklists and much more.

perfect.

Boat - if you’re going near waterways, arriving

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YOUR DREAM WEDDING DRESS

Having a gown designed and made just for you is the ultimate in individuality, but it will cost you

Hiring a wedding gown often lets you have that dream dress for less than purchasing it or having

- Your chance to be a princess for the day

more than a readymade dress. Your designer will want to discuss prospective ideas and

it made. Unless you plan to keep your gown as an heirloom, hiring can be an excellent option for

styles with you, as well as what suits you and your personality. Bringing photos, a piece of

the budget-conscious bride.

Finding the perfect wedding

Bridal fashion trends change over time and right now the runways showing 2019 collections

lace or item of jewellery is helpful for inspiration.

Your wedding gown need not be traditional bridal style, colour or price. Look at ball gowns, cocktail

overseas have been full of sleeves, plunging necklines and toppers like boleros, capes and

Beautiful wedding dresses are available ‘off the peg’ at specialist bridal shops. As well as New

outfits and maxi dresses for something just that little bit different. There are plenty of choices that

options, whether you buy,

ponchos. Bows are still popular but are smaller and sashes are still in vogue. Simple, well-

Zealand designs, many are imported, so be sure to allow adequate time for the dress you select

are off-beat and not traditionally bridal.

hire, make, borrow, inherit or

tailored elegance is on trend thanks to Meghan Markle’s beautifully-tailored wedding gown by

to be ordered from overseas. With a wonderful range of styles to try before you buy, your

After the big day, you may want to preserve your dress which will involve cleaning by

Claire Waight Keller for Givenchy Couture.

dream dress might be right there on the rack!

Once chosen, your gown can be expertly fitted

hand or dry cleaning by experts. Preservation techniques include hanging or storing in an

and altered if necessary.

acid-free box away from light.

gown may take you on a search of many different

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Hire, buy or borrow, whatever suit style you

These days most grooms are not afraid to

choose be sure it’s design, fabric and fit will flatter you and that it’s appropriate for the

express their own style and it seems that anything goes from suits and ties to shorts

season and the occasion. Ensure it’s cleaned, pressed and tailored for ideal length too. When

and jandals. Much depends, of course, on the theme of the wedding, the venue and the

it comes to the reception, you’ll want to be able to move freely and to dance without the outfit

degree of formality. Day-time weddings lend themselves to slightly less formal wear.

being too tight.

Brides are usually consulted to ensure the

There’s a choice of off the rack suits which can be tailored to fit or made to measure

continuity of the wedding theme, but grooms should try a variety of styles to see which suits

suits for those wanting something a little more special. For those wanting something a little

their height and body shape best.

more casual, trousers and a waistcoat are a good option.

The groom usually wears something to distinguish him from his best man and

The choice of footwear will also depend, to

groomsmen. They might wear the same suits but different coloured shirts or perhaps

some extent, on the style and formality of the wedding, along with the key colour theme. Let’s

a differently styled jacket. Think about how the groomsmen will look alongside the

not forget the hair which will need styling several weeks ahead of the wedding to give it time to

bridesmaids - will the style of their outfits, and colours, match?

settle for the photographs.

Small touches make all the difference such as

The fathers of the bride and groom will also want to look their best and a bit of coordination

waistcoats, coordinated ties, pocket squares, matching socks, braces or special cufflinks,

between all parties will ensure that there are no fashion faux pas on the day. Generally speaking,

which work together to blend with the tone of the ceremony and overall colour scheme.

there should be the same level of formality for all the men with the fathers perhaps distinguishing

Perhaps they can be matched with the flowers the attendants will be wearing? Popular colours

themselves with different coloured waistcoats or ties and matching their buttonholes to match

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CELEBRANTS There’s a great selection of independent and church affiliated celebrants There’s plenty of choice when it comes to selecting that special person to conduct your wedding ceremony or civil union.

If you are members of a church, your local minister or priest will generally conduct the ceremony and if you opt for marriage at a registry office, you’ll be married by a Registrar of Marriages.

Only those persons appointed by the Registrar-General as Marriage and/or

COMPLETE THE LOOK

Civil Union Celebrants and whose name appears in the List of Celebrants in the New

You’ll want to chat to celebrants on your short

Zealand Gazette have authority to solemnise marriages and/or civil unions in New Zealand.

list to ensure he or she is the perfect match for your personality and style of wedding. You

Registered celebrants may also belong to

will be offered a personal consultation to plan the ceremony and discuss vows, readings

The Celebrants Association of New Zealand (CANZ) who perform many ceremonies, not

and poems. The celebrant will attend to all paperwork and legal aspects required.

just weddings.

Your plans for the big day will include hair, body and skin treatments to see you looking radiant on your wedding day

wedding day especially if you are thinking about growing or colouring your hair. Collect images of hair styles you think would suit your big day

A wedding ceremony requires a Registered Marriage Celebrant and may be performed

your celebrant will encourage you to put much thought into these words that will be a public

and take them along to your stylist who will be happy to help work out the best style, colour

at any time of the day/night on any day of the year at any venue. The ceremony

declaration of how you will live your life together.

Some brides and grooms can write from the

and cut. One of the major decisions is whether to have your hair loose and flowing for a natural

requires legal documents to be signed in the presence of two witnesses and a Registered

heart but others may need a little help: there are plenty of sources of inspiration in printed form

Professional beauty therapists offer a range of relaxing, nurturing face and body treatments.

When you are discussing your wedding date, arrange a consultation well in advance to

look or an updo for a more sophisticated look.

Marriage Celebrant.

and on the internet.

help draw up a personalised skin and beauty programme.

make sure you have firm bookings for the wedding day. When you’ve decided on your

Discuss your skin type with your cosmetician,

style, take any accessories to your stylist so she can cut your hair to suit to ensure you look

Arrange for a trial styling to ensure you are happy with the hairstyle you have chosen and

get into a regular skin care routine and take advice on their product recommendations.

perfect on the day.

Book makeup and hair stylists for yourself and your bridesmaids well in advance. You may

Most brides prefer to have their hair done along with their bridesmaids on the day of the

also want to have a trial run to make sure your makeup is perfect. Plan to have eyebrows and

wedding. Stylists, and makeup artists, will visit you at home or wherever you are preparing for

eyelashes dyed a couple of weeks before the big day.

the wedding to save stress.

If you are all feeling the strain of the

Get plenty of regular exercise and make fruits, vegetables, lean protein and plenty of water

preparations, why not treat yourself and the bridesmaids to a pampering treat such as a

part of your daily life. If you would like to lose a few kilos and be at a peak of fitness on your big

facial, massage or spa treatment?

day, set some realistic goals and team up with your partner or friend to make exercising that

Plan your hairstyle well in advance of your

more enjoyable.

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Picture Perfect Choosing your wedding photographer or videographer is right up there with choosing your partner. To help you make the right decision, Northland photographer, Sarah Marshall, has some tips.

4. Word of mouth: Ask friends and other wedding suppliers to recommend a photographer or videographer, or give you feedback on those you are considering.

Wedding vendors in Northland have often seen each other’s work on various jobs and can give you an idea on what to expect.

5. Value: When looking at packages, don’t just look at the price, but also the value. Will you receive digital images on a USB or online client gallery or will there be prints or an album as well? Some photographers offer these as added extras. After your wedding day, your photos and video will be all you have to tell your story to your children and grandchildren, so make sure you choose a photographer that

Photo: Sarah Marshall Photography

can capture your day and offer you a tangible product either included in the package or assist you with orders after your wedding.

but a full wedding day. Make sure the work you are shown comes from real weddings, with

6. Book early: Photographers and videographers are usually

1. Fall in love with their work: The best photographer is one whose work gives you an instant emotional reaction. Fall in love with their style. Think about what you like best -

all the pressures that come with a fast-paced wedding day.

the next thing booked after the venue. It’s not uncommon for good ones to be booked more

3. You get what you pay for:

than a year in advance. You can place a deposit to secure your wedding date in their calendar and

do you like the photojournalism style or do you prefer more posed? Do you like classic wedding

In New Zealand there is a huge variation in price for wedding photography and video - some

know that you have your preferred photographer there to capture your special moments.

photography or do you want an adventure?

Do you like the way they edit their images (is it

charge under a thousand dollars, some over $5,000. While time spent on the day and items

And finally, even if you LOVE the photographer’s

consistent?) and will that style remain timeless and classic in your album 30 years from now?

included in the package contributes to the quote, mostly you’re paying for the experience,

work – make sure you both like the photographer too! Your photographer/s will be with you for

2. Look at lots of photos!

reputation and skill of the person behind the lens. An experienced wedding photographer will

most of the day and there for a lot of intimate and special family moments so make sure you

Professional photographers and videographers will have a website (not just social media) and

be able to work under pressure in all sorts of weather and lighting conditions as well as help

get along and are on the same page with how you want your day to be photographed.

won’t just show you a ‘Greatest Hits’ collection

with advice before and on your wedding day.

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Celebrate your wedding at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel, Russell Bay of Islands

Celebrate your wedding at a New Zealand icon in the beautiful Bay of Islands. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers a unique wedding experience where you can embrace the history and charm of New Zealand’s first licensed hotel, which has been operating since 1827. Located on the waterfront in the heart of romantic Russell, The Duke is a truly majestic setting providing a stunning wedding destination for you and your guests.

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BALL ROOM

WEDDING SERVICES

BEVERAGE OPTIONS

The Duke of Marlborough’s grand ball room, with ornate ceilings, low hanging

The Duke has an on-site wedding co-ordinator with experience in planning and delivering tailor-

Being New Zealand’s first licensed hotel, we pride ourselves in having an extensive wine

chandeliers and polished wooden floor boards, opens up directly onto sun-filled

made, personalised weddings to guarantee a truly memorable day. We manage all of the detail

list offering 100 different wines. We offer a range from New Zealand’s finest wines and

decks overlooking the sea. The ball room is filled with individually upholstered chairs

in the lead-up to and on your wedding day, providing support and assistance so you can

boutique beers.

seating up to 140 guests comfortably.

relax and enjoy your day without having to worry about the finer details.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION The Duke can provide the total wedding

CEREMONY The large deck attached to the ballroom

DINING EXPERIENCE

experience with 25 rooms (increasing to 38 in December this year) catering for your guests

overlooking the sea is the perfect location for your wedding ceremony. There is

With an award-winning restaurant (featuring in Cuisine magazine’s top 100 restaurants), The

and a bridal suite. There are three levels of accommodation with stunning waterfront

also a new garden area alongside the ballroom which is the perfect place for

Duke offers exquisite cuisine and exceptional service. We meet with the bride and groom

ceremonies underneath the Historic 150-year-old fig tree.

and tailor the menu to ensure a memorable celebration for you and your guests.

rooms with views across the picturesque harbour, family rooms when you need extra space which open up onto an internal sun deck and our convenient standard rooms.

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GLOBAL DIAMONDS – Your One-Stop Wedding Jewellery Shop Global Diamonds has a dazzling new collection of diamond rings and wedding bands in store at 17 Rathbone St, along with a kaleidoscope of coloured gemstones and a selection of divine bridal jewellery.

With engagement and wedding rings a specialty of the Global Diamonds team, the talented designers and goldsmiths are dedicated to helping their customers find or create jewellery that will capture their memories for a lifetime.

It will be a family heirloom to be cherished and enjoyed by generations to come,” says designer goldsmith Christine Price.

The Whangarei jewellery boutique recycle and custom-make a lot of pieces in their onsite workshop. Specialising in unique, quality,

Says Christine: “We want to provide our clients

handmade jewellery, the options are endless but the helpful team guide their customers through

with a unique experience, even if they cannot make it in store to see us. With this service, we

the design process, helping select the perfect stones, metal and style so the resulting jewellery

can take the stress out of special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries with a meaningful

piece tells their story.

gift delivered right to the door of the special person you want to spoil. Who doesn’t love

As well as recycling jewellery, this environmentally-conscious team are about to

jewellery and flowers?!

release a sustainable eco shopping bag with two aims: to help win the war on waste, but also to

We are extremely proud to be working alongside Jasmine and her team at Mint – we love their

assist the local branch of Habitat for Humanity.

Christine explains: “We think it is vital to support

energy, their ethos and the quality of their product. It is a great partnership.”

“Your jewellery from Global Diamonds will become a treasure that reminds you of your most

All proceeds from these bags, which will be available for sale in-store, will go toward helping

local enterprise – GFM Branding Solutions have been incredibly generous helping us create the

Keep up-to-date with all of the exciting

special times with every glance of your hand.

local people into warm, healthy accommodation.

bags and, working closely with Carina from Habitat for Humanity, has been a wonderful

developments happening with the team at Global Diamonds on Facebook, or through their beautiful

experience. Knowing we are helping our environment and people around us has been

website www.globaldiamonds.co.nz – they have plenty more to share with you in the coming

enriching and enhanced our own creativity. Any support for this cause would be wonderful. As

months. Watch this space!

Carina says: ‘Every sale bangs a nail!’”

Global Diamonds is proudly partnering with:

Another exciting new initiative, which is launching this week, is their online gift voucher service. Visit the Global Diamond website and here you will find gift voucher options and a gorgeous array of bouquets from wonderful local florist – Mint Floral.

Team your voucher with exquisite flowers and you have the perfect gift, delivered the same day!

Your Handmade Jewellery Specialists

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CATERING

HANDY HINT: It’s the fashion to serve canapé food for guests

When choosing the menu for your wedding reception, you’ll be factoring in the time of day, guest numbers, the location, the style of the wedding and your budget.

Plated menu

standing at table leaners, but older guests need seats.

This is a seated meal of three-five courses and a more expensive catering option that also requires table staff. Usually there is a

Buffet

Canapes

An ever-popular style allowing for a variety of food to be presented for a variety of appetites.

A sophisticated and often costeffective option, a canapé/bowl selection is great for a mid or late-

Be guided by the caterer as to the number of dishes you will need for

afternoon cocktail wedding.

Ideally cater five or six different

HANDY HINT: Space the various

the number of guests, who generally help themselves from a long-tabled

canapés for a two-hour reception or about nine canapes for a reception

courses of the meal both for the enjoyment of the guests and

buffet.

lasting four hours. Ensure your guests know it isn’t a full course dinner.

realistic cooking and serving times for the caterers.

choice of two or three dishes per course, allowing for taste

A TOUCH OF ROMANCE

preferences and special dietary requirements.

Flowers complete the mood and atmosphere on your special day.

best for you and your budget. You

No matter what your budget, flowers are generally an important aspect

good way of picking a floral artist.

HANDY HINT: To avoid crowding the buffet table at smaller venues, try a

of your wedding adding romance, atmosphere, creating impact and

Talk to friends who have recently married and see who they

‘floating buffet’, where large platters are brought to seated guests who

visual appeal. Traditionally they were a sign of fertility, warded off evil and

recommend and have a good look online for inspiration. After you’ve

serve themselves.

masked unpleasant odours!

decided on your theme and colour schemes, visit your chosen florist

Self-catering Barbecue, picnic or buffet, this

There are many considerations when selecting flowers for your big day,

with colour swatches and chat about your options. You will need

low-key style can stretch the budget as you can buy in bulk or BYO with

such as the overall wedding theme, the colour scheme, the season and

to plan your flowers carefully and order for the bride, bridesmaids and

family and friends. It does take organisation, however, and can be

whether it’s a formal or informal celebration.

flower girls, the groom, best man, attendants, page boys, mothers and

‘time-expensive’ in terms of purchase and preparation.

Styles could range from classic, to

grandmothers, fathers, grandfathers and ushers.

HANDY HINT: Hire a chiller trailer to

wild or contemporary and there’s an amazing range of options when it

Don’t forget the all-important

store fresh salads, meats, desserts and cold drinks

comes to colour, shape and size. A good florist will help you choose what’s

floral decorations for the wedding ceremony and reception venue.

might ask to see a portfolio of their work before settling on a florist you think will do a good job. Word of mouth and personal recommendation is also a

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THE CELEBRATION OF YOUR DREAMS Looking for a top wedding venue? Whangarei brides, grooms and guests alike prefer Comfort Hotel Flames as a wedding venue with its all-in-one complete package options.

With a great range of wedding packages, flexible venue options and the services of a wedding planner, we take the stress out of your special day.

Comfort Hotel Flames is a unique wedding venue because every aspect of your wedding day can happen in one venue – no need for you or your guests to travel anywhere else, we have everything covered. With indoor and outdoor options for both ceremonies and catering, you really will be spoilt for choices. With Comfort Hotel Flames as your wedding venue, you can relax and enjoy your day, knowing that there’s no time pressure to get from one venue to another.

With our gorgeous landscaped tropical gardens and picturesque harbour views, your wedding photographer will have many options for scenic backdrops!

We even have our very own waterfall which has its own deck built out over the top of it. So no need to dash off to take your wedding photos, then rush off to another venue, just grab some photos right here.

If you have guests who are flying into Whangarei, Comfort Hotel Flames is only two minutes from Onerahi airport and we offer a complimentary airport shuttle service. For your guests and yourself, we have 21 well-appointed studios in various configurations and, situated just a few minutes’ drive from the Town Basin, it also makes us handy to the CBD but far enough away to enjoy the more private and intimate side of the city.

At Comfort Hotel Flames, we offer you the complete wedding package. Our friendly and professional team would be delighted to assist you in the planning of your wedding day. We are able to customize your menu so feel free to mix and match according to your tastes, not someone else’s. We have various setting options for bridal and guest tables, as well as dining locations.

So, whether you are planning a small intimate occasion or an extravagant affair, we are able to work with you through all the details to ensure your day goes as smoothly as possible. You are welcome to view our facilities and discuss options with us anytime.

Comfort Hotel Flames Indoors/Outdoors Tropical Garden Setting Award Winning Restaurant Accommodation Catering for 120 persons Customised Packages 8 Waverley Street Whangarei info@flameshotel.co.nz

Onerahi 0800 132 610 www.flameshotel.co.nz

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WEDDING GUIDE 2018

RELAX BY THE BEACH. LEAVE THE REST TO US. For your unforgettable total wedding experience, the Ramada Resort by Wyndham Reia Taipa Beach has got you covered. With superb accommodation, award-winning chefs, numerous stunning ceremony locations, your own wedding coordinator and fantastic service – you have no need to leave the resort’s stunning location and Pacific Ocean views.

The Ramada Resort by Wyndham Reia Taipa Beach has modern, spacious, studios and suites offering superior and deluxe accommodation.

With air-conditioning and Sky Guest Select, these are perfect to cater for all your guest requirements. Choose from a stunning beachfront view or tropical poolside view. The luxurious Honeymoon suite (complete with private spa pool) is ideal for getting the wedding party all glammed up for your big day, and perfect to utilise as your suite for the evening.

Accommodation for your guests is offered at a package price dependent on season and number of rooms booked. Please visit ramadataipa.co.nz for specific room facilities.

The choices for your dream wedding ceremony are endless; get married along the beachfront, under a stunning Pohutukawa tree, at the Al

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Fresco beachfront courtyard or in one of the palm-laden garden areas around the poolside of the resort. The choice is truly yours. Among the gardens you’ll find the pool, spa pool, BBQ area and tennis courts.

In the kitchen, the team of talented chefs constantly strive to create food to nourish and delight. For your big day, choose from a variety of catering options, including buffet choices, pre-wedding canapes and après wedding nibbles; the resort can cater for your wedding party of up to 150. Onsite, the resort has a popular café, bar and restaurant - perfect for all your guest meal requirements before and after your wedding that is open seven days.

A dedicated wedding coordinator will be there to bring your plans to life and help you along the way, ensuring that nothing is ever too much trouble. The team at the resort will always do their utmost to exceed your expectations and look forward to helping you make your wedding day memorable.

For our latest wedding guide, please email reservations@ramadataipa.co.nz

Located in the heart of Doubtless Bay, on the edge of the white sands of Taipa Beach, you’ll find the Ramada Resort by Wyndham Reia Taipa Beach – your one-stop shop for the tropical wedding experience you’ve dreamed of, without having to leave New Zealand.

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NOW TO THE

FUN PART!

A honeymoon needs as much attention to detail as all the other aspects of your wedding

Whether your most romantic holiday ever is a tropical island getaway with your own secluded beach, a country lodge or hideaway cottage, your honeymoon is a private celebration of your new life together.

It’s a chance to relax, unwind and chill out after what’s likely to have been a frantic time in the lead up to the wedding. However, there’s quite a lot to organise if your honeymoon is to be a perfect getaway.

Take control of your trip and leave plenty of time to plan your honeymoon as it’s equally as important as the wedding plans. Seeking the services of a specialist travel agent is a good way to make sure you consider all options, plus they know their business and can advise on perfect honeymoon locations, along with any special deals for honeymooners.

Honeymoon check list: • Check the climate/weather before you book. For example, Fiji in summer time (November to March) is very hot, humid and it’s the rainy season.

• Don’t forget to check your passport is upto-date. The name in your passport needs to match the name on your travel ticket/s.

Source www.passports.govt.nz • Don’t underestimate the value of travel insurance. You never know what might happen. Think about cover for emergency assistance, cancellation, delays, medical events etc.

• Don’t pack at the last minute.

• Don’t organise an early flight the day after your ceremony - you’ll probably be quite tired.

• Don’t be shy - let people know you are on your honeymoon and you may be surprised at their generosity.

Perfect Honeymoon or Luxury Romantic Getaway Package • 1 night’s waterfront accommodation in a luxurious Superior Studio, featuring 6ft spa bath, super king bed and private balcony offering stunning ocean views • Full a la carte breakfast each morning for 2 people • Welcome bottle of premium bubbles in room on arrival • 3 course fine-dining a la carte dinner for 2 people at Provenir restaurant • Romantic rose bath salts - enjoy in the privacy of your ensuite 6ft spa bath • Private 30 minute steam session at La Spa Naturale • 30% discount off any further full price treatment at La Spa Naturale, 1 hour or longer

Summer Rate - Total Package: $785 NZD (extra nights $475*) *Terms and conditions apply

Winter Rate - Total Package: $685 NZD (extra nights $380*)

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PETS

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SPRING TIME WITH PETS

ets love spring time! There is no denying that everyone becomes instantly happier when spring rolls around. We know that spring means warmer weather, more daylight and more time to spend with our families and pets.

Spring is a dog’s best friend; It’s a great time for walking there are smells all around, it’s a great time for playing fetch in the park or going to the beach… maybe not for swimming just yet! Cats also love the spring time; their sun-lounging hours dramatically increase, also the cat’s mortal enemy, the rain has diminished and that means no more hopping from dry ground to dry ground in case of wetting one’s paws.

Cats are also avid explorers and spring brings more time for exploring before lounging.

The changes of weather and humidity bring about other spring mainstays like the breeding season for cats so, if you have a kitten and haven’t had it spayed or neutered, then this is a time to make that booking with the vet. Also be aware that, with cats, the breeding season can be daunting to those who have had the appropriate de-sexing, as this time brings tom cats out more, especially at night. This can be distressing for your house cat who is usually out at night, so maybe keep them in at night if you are concerned that there may be tom cats in the area.

Also, other things as a pet owner to look out for at this time is skin allergies and reactions, especially in dogs as they tend to come to the fore at this time of year.

Shampoo – Make sure you are using a dog specific shampoo as human-grade shampoo can cause allergic reactions.

Spring Cleaning – Spring cleaning is great but, if you are washing your pet’s bedding, look at possibly using natural detergents. Cleaning is good as dust mites are another potential cause of skin reaction. Also, when fly spraying, never spray when your pets are in the house and look at ingredients first.

Pollens – Spring is a big time for pollen and most pollen allergies appear like hay fever symptoms.

Plants & Grasses – Some dogs have reactions to certain types of grasses and plants so keep an eye on your pet when you’re out and check skin after walks etc.

Fleas – Fleas are something that we need to treat for consistently during the warmer times of the year.

Beaches – Some dogs can pick up rashes and itchy skin from being at the beach. Be sure to rinse your dog or wash them after a trip to the beach to lessen the chance of any itches.

With any allergies, it is important to break the itch/ scratch cycle. Dogs will quickly spread a rash over their bodies by the continual itching, licking and biting. To stop this, look at topical products that are designed to help with itches and rashes. There are many natural options in the market. If, however, you are really concerned, then contact your local vet!

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similar in personality. Apparently, she was organised and a little bit bossy. She was quite loving and kind but also straight to the point. Stacey looks more like her with her dark features so we both have her in us in different aspects.”

“Actually, I can see my mum in Whitney when I look at her,” adds Stacey. “She has a similar face and smile, whereas I have similar colouring with dark brown eyes and olivey skin tone.”

When Carol died, the community and their

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hitney and Stacey Kitchen remember little of their beloved mother but their childhood memory banks are still full of happy times thanks to their dad Mark. Carol was 41 when she died of ovarian cancer in 2000. Whitney was 7 and Stacey just 4.

“The best memory I have was when she wasn’t well and they let her come home and I came home from school and she was sitting on the couch. That was a great surprise for us,” recalls Whitney, now 24.

Stacey, 22, mostly relies on the many home videos capturing the family swimming and camping and doing all sorts of ‘crazy things’. However, she still has some precious recollections.

“I remember our mum to be such a beautiful, kind-natured lady who was a great mum. I do remember small things, like her taking me to visit the primary school I’d go to, lying together in bed on Saturday mornings and visiting her while she was in the North Haven Hospice.”

The girls have been told they are both like their mum in their own ways.

Says Whitney: “I’ve been told we’re quite

Mark with daughters Whitney and Stacey.

Carol

large extended family rallied around, bringing home-cooked meals and the grandparents

“Dad had the final say on wearing make-up and boyfriends. We knew to make sure all our

grief and he could have shut down but he did an amazing job.”

moved in to help. Mark down-sized his business to allow him to be home more.

chores were done; our rooms were clean and the ironing done - and then ask if we could go

Both girls agree their dad instilled in them important values that they carry to this day.

“It was great for us because we got to have dad at home,” Whitney recalls. “Before,

out. He was firm but fair. But we didn’t want to get into too much trouble otherwise we’d hear

“He taught us so much. He taught us about kindness, he taught us to be independent and

when he had the support of mum beside him, he was leaving the house really early and

about it at home.”

Add Stacey: “It’s funny to look back,

back ourselves and be confident in whatever we’re doing and we got to see what hard work

returning late but after he down-sized, we all had breakfast together and he made our

especially over our teen years, and realise how protective our dad is of us! I’m sure most

looks like with him owning his own business,” says Stacey, a marketing manager, adding that

school lunches all the way up through high school until we were 18!”

boys would have chosen to run a hundred miles rather than meet our dad!”

both she and Whitney, a chef, have strong work ethics. And he clearly taught them the

The girls believe, one of the biggest challenges for their dad raising daughters,

But while his daughters say ‘you still wouldn’t want to get on his bad side’, their

value of family.

“My dad is my number-one supporter and

was mastering the art of hair tying.

“He’d obviously never had to do this before

father Mark is very kind and loving and ‘a bit of a softie’.

my best friend,” says Stacey.

Adds Whitney: “Dad’s amazing. We wouldn’t

and we both played hockey because mum was a hockey player so he got us into that

“Considering the awful circumstances of losing our mum and my dad’s love-of-his-

want anybody else for our dad - we love our dad. Happy Father’s Day.”

pretty young but, of course, come Saturday morning, he’d have to tie our hair up. He’d get

life, we had such a lovely upbringing with the endless support and love from our dad,”

❤ Mark is a daily reader of the Northern

us to lie on the bed and hang our hair over the edge of the bed and tie it up. It was an

Stacey says.

“Life growing up without a mum was tough

Advocate and his daughters opted to keep this story a surprise. Happy Father’s Day Mark!

interesting technique but it worked – with lots of hair spray and head bands!”

but our dad could not have possibly done a better job. He gave us all the love and support

And how did he handle teenage girls?

“Teenage girls are quite difficult, especially

a kid could ever wish for from a parent. The way in which he brought us up was definitely

with all those bits and pieces going on that he’s never had to deal with,” laughs Whitney. “He’s

in true Kiwi fashion - Saturday morning sports, fishing on the weekends and camping in the

really good with the birds and the bees talk but our nan dealt with a lot of the other stuff.

summer holidays.

“Obviously dad was dealing with his own

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KIDS CORNER

Margaret Mahy Book of the Year AND THE WINNER IS…

Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story by Gavin Bishop.

This book stood out for the judges as one which is innovative in its concept and format – they’d seen nothing quite like it before in New Zealand children’s publishing. It is masterful in its execution – a work of art that bears repeated and thoughtful viewing and reading of its vibrant and informative illustrations. It is also a book of enduring significance in the canon of New Zealand children’s literature – a landmark title which will stand the test of time.

This is a story of nation and of family, illustrating our unique place in the world, and showing us the landscapes, event, and personalities that have built our culture and identity.

It is a book for all ages, a bountiful celebration of Aotearoa, and a most worthy Supreme Winner.

Available at Storytime CATEGORY WINNERS ARE: • Picture Book Award: I am Jellyfish by Ruth Paul • Junior Fiction: How to Bee by Bren MacDibble • Young Adult Fiction: In the Dark Spaces by Cally Black • Non-Fiction: Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story by Gavin Bishop • Illustration: Giants, Trolls, Witches and Beasts by Craig Phillips • Te Reo Maori: Tu Meke Tui • First Book Award: My New Zealand Story: Dawn Raid

Father’s Day Mini 4wd Open Day Sunday September 2, 10am–3pm at Storytime, Town Basin.

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ARTS

WHANGAREI ART MUSEUM TE MANAWA TOI IS EXCITED TO PRESENT

EDWARDS + JOHANN, (detail of) An Embezzlement of Sort Series 2 no1, 2016, drawing/collage on C-type photograph, painting on glass, Collection Wallace Arts Trust.

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n the Seam of Things – Constellations and Constellations – drawing strength record the gradual process of drawing, part of the work’s becoming; a probing and mapping of new territory. Drawing acts like an obsessive caress on the photographic surface, finding form and meaning as motif for the tensions and dichotomies inherent in life.

This territory reflects a basic human condition …to connect, work, play and test the space we inhabit to deal with crises and to grow. The seam is a point of

connection but also a space of friction, tension and inevitable fragility. The series

their collaborative approach is a processbased research lab. Sole authorship

Their work is held in public and private collections, including Christchurch Art

An Embezzlement of Sort is a dark, yet playful space of human propositions to

becomes obsolete in the process of making new work and in any of their projects/

Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, The Wallace Arts Trust, Perth Museum/Scotland and

‘unknown’ events.

Edwards + Johann’s collaborative

exhibitions.

Victoria Edwards and Ina Johann

Altes Spital/Switzerland. They have recently been selected as the Pilot Volcanic Artists

work interweaves drawing, painting, performative activities, video and

began working together as EDWARDS + JOHANN in 2007. Their work has

in Residence in Whakatane. They will take up the six-week residency in September/

installation with photography. Their images seem both inherently stable yet

been in numerous solo and group shows. They engage in public projects

October this year. They both live and work in Otautahi Christchurch.

also subject to temporality. They present a ground in which sensitivities and questions

and artists residencies nationally and internationally and have been finalists in

of existence can be played out. Utilising a range of media and methods in their work,

many art awards. EDWARDS + JOHANN were The Supreme Winner of the 2016 Painting and Printmaking Award, Molly Morpeth Canaday/Whakatane (Highly Commended Award in 2017), Winner Lacda/ Los Angeles in 2014 and Winner of The Margaret Stoddart Award in 2009.

They have been international Artists in Residence in France (2009 and 2010), Perth/Scotland (twice in 2010) and spent three months at the prestigious Altes Spital Residency/ Switzerland in 2015.

FREE entry, daily 10am-4pm.

Entry via the i-SITE, Town Basin.

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FOOD REVIEW

Hann Sang Korean BBQ Restaurant

Come visit us by the bridge on Rust Ave & experience

AUTHENTIC KOREAN BBQ & CUISINES With complimentary side dishes*

FULLY LICENSED & TAKEAWAYS NEW DRINK & DESSERT MENU

BY JODI BRYANT

Buffet Lunch Mon - Fri only $14.50 pp 14 Rust Ave, Whangarei Phone 09 459 6195 Open Monday to Friday LUNCH: 11.30am-2.30pm DINNER: 5pm-9pm

Restaurant and Bar Flames Restaurant has a focus on fresh, local and healthy food with a fusion of Asian, Pacific and International cuisine. They have a new winter menu and are open seven days for Breakfast and Dinner.

Put something truly extraordinary, something completely delicious in your mouth!

14 Rust Ave, Whangarei

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ann Sang is no longer the new kid on the block if the constant flow of customers and full tables are anything to go by. After opening its doors before Christmas last year, it was clear from the familiarity, that many who entered the premises were repeat-diners.

Since our last visit, the staff professionalism has improved further, and we were impressed by the prompt service, despite the full house this particular Saturday night.

Looking around, the tables were occupied by a mix of families with young children, couples, work colleagues - all of various nationalities.

8 Waverley Street Onerahi, Whangarei 0800-132610 info@flameshotel.co.nz www.flameshotel.co.nz

The

Flavor ofChina

The extensive menu here, I find a little perplexing. But the friendly waiter helped decipher it, explaining the items and making recommendations for both popular dishes or for those who prefer a spicy taste.

Appetizers range from $7-$12, starting with the Korean traditional-styled pumpkin

At Sun Wah, we swear by traditional and authentic Chinese recipes to create Chinese cuisines...

soup and including various salads. We opted for the deep-fried prawn skewer glazed with sweet chili sauce and the deep-fried chicken with salad.

• Under New Management • Yummy A La Carte menu • Lunch & Dinner TUE to SUN • Buffet Dinner FRI & SAT 5-8.30pm

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Before we knew it, these were in front of us and presented in pristine fashion. They were not too filling and therefore serving as their name indicated: appetizers, and of the

Restaurant Booking 09 438 8288 Takeaway 09 459 6258

delectable variety.

Then there was a page of traditional entrees, much more filling, we were told, and priced from $12.50 with the Kimchi pancake up to $35.00 for the braised short ribs.

Then you’ve got your Korean table top grill menu where you choose the ingredients yourself and cook them atop your table

FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER

via the traditional bbq grill plate in the centre. These meals range from the 150g pork scotch fillet and 180g sliced boneless skinless chicken at $22 each, to the 220g

French Toast Normally $17.30 September Special $15.00

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Ample side street parking including the rear of the Salvation Army

marinated prime steer beef short ribs at $29, and they come with a range of side dishes.

Still, we couldn’t bring ourselves to cook

on a rare night off and opted for one of the $19.50 hot sizzling plate items; the traditional marinated chicken with seasonal vegetables and, from the rice and noodle menu, the ‘Bibimbab’ - various vegetables, savoury beef, fried egg on steamed rice with chilli paste sauce and sesame oil, at $15.

When the latter arrived, the waiter explained that it can be eaten as-is or mixed together with the paste. I was rather dubious of this suggestion, but, being one of the most popular dishes, as it turned out, he knew what he was talking about; I found myself tucking into a hearty bowlful of goodness.

The marinated chicken and vegetables come with a variety of side dishes and was pleasingly tasteful. Not a morsel was left from both meals.

For dessert we ordered the mango sorbet with Kapiti ice cream – deliciously icy so probably more appreciated on a hot summer’s eve; and the rice pancake with ice cream – yum! These were both $9.

If you haven’t yet tried Haan Sang Korean Restaurant, you will find it tucked away up the tiny lane alongside the overhead Rust Ave railway track. With its pleasant and tasteful modern décor, and attractive outdoor seating area for the warmer season, it’s worth trying the unique menu for a true Korean experience.

Ingredients 1 to fry Oil

Directions

1½ kgs 1

Beef, use topside beef Onion, chopped

Place a dash of oil in a large saucepan over a high heat and brown the piece of meat on all sides. Set aside on a

2 cups 2 Tbsp

Water White wine vinegar

plate.

Lower the heat, add the onion and cook until lightly

1 Tbsp 2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce Beef stock

golden, about 10 minutes.

Return the meat to the saucepan, add onion, water,

FOOD

Richie McCaw's topside supreme

1 Bouquet garni, 1 bay leaf, 2 sprigs of thyme and a few parsley stalks or ½

vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, beef stock powder and bouquet garni and cover with the saucepan lid.

teaspoon dried mixed herbs 1 Butter, soft, and flour for thickening

Cook on a very low simmer for 5-6 hours until the meat is tender and falling apart.

juices

You can also cook this in the oven at 150C, or in a slow cooker.

Remove the meat from the saucepan and keep warm. You should be able to pull the meat apart with 2 forks to serve.

Beef topside $12.99 /kg

Thicken the juices with a paste made from equal quantities of soft butter and flour. Whisk into the juices.

Serve with plenty of mashed potato, vegetables and the meat sauce.

Green chicken curry

Ingredients

1 serving Coconut

5 Tbsp taste)

1 4

Thai green curry paste, (or less to

Eggplant, chopped Spring onions, chopped

Moroccan seared lamb kebabs with coriander sauce

1 bunch Coriander root 2 cloves Garlic

1 serving Sesame oil 4 Boneless chicken thighs, sliced

Ingredients 600 g Lamb rumps

Directions Cut lamb into 1cm wide strips and place in a in a non-

1 knob 1 piece

Fresh ginger, small Lemongrass, root

1 cup 1 cup

1 tsp 1 tsp

Ground paprika Cumin

metallic dish. Combine marinade ingredients and pour over lamb.

2

Kaffir lime leaves, chopped

1 Tbsp

Palm sugar

1 handfulGreen beans, sliced 4 servings Egg noodles, cooked

1 tsp Fresh coriander 3 cloves Garlic, crushed

Mix well, cover, refrigerate and leave to marinate for at least two hours, or preferably overnight.

2

Limes

2 Tbsp 1 Tbsp

Olive oil Fresh mint, to

Bring to room temperature before cooking. Preheat a grill.

garnish Directions

Thread lamb strips onto skewers and cook under the grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, turning once.

Blitz green curry paste, the coriander, garlic,

Serve garnished with chopped fresh mint and with coriander sauce on the side to dip and season with salt

ginger, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, palm

and pepper.

Chicken stock Coconut milk

sugar and the zest and juice of a lime with a little of the coconut milk to form a smooth paste.

Fry eggplant and spring onions in sesame oil until coloured. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken thighs, chicken stock, and the rest of the coconut milk and simmer until chicken is cooked.

Add a handful of sliced green beans and serve on cooked egg noodles with coriander leaves, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Chicken thighs $11.99/kg

Lamb rumps $15.99/kg

Shop local for affordable quality meats at the Butcher Shoppe Shop 18 Paramount Plaza Paramount Parade Tikipunga, Phone 09 971 8032

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Packard Motor Museum – vehicle of the month

1930 Cadillac V8 Service Car A car sometimes overlooked in the Big Back Shed at the Packard Museum is our Cadillac V8 Service Car. The vehicle seats eight people and once belonged to the wellknown firm – Newman Brothers.

Newman Brothers started as a horse-coach business in 1879 then moved into the service car business in 1911. They ran a fleet of V8 Cadillacs and advertised them as a luxury car for the discerning traveller wanting to view the scenery on the way to their destination. Newman’s main depots were in Napier and Nelson, from there they ran the service cars and later buses.

Service cars first appeared in New Zealand around 1905. A number of the horse-coach companies gave up their horses and moved into service cars, especially as few individuals owned their own car. With improvements in roading and the invention of the pneumatic tyre, these cars halved the time of the horse and coach.

Newman’s weren’t the only company to get into the service car business. No licence

was required to drive these vehicles, so many other companies, including ‘freelancers’, took up the business. By 1930, there were 497 service cars in New Zealand. However, the fierce competition meant many operators eventually went out of business.

The 353 cubic inch V8 Cadillac, such as ours, was one of the most popular cars to be operated. Often these vehicles were purchased second-hand in the United States, imported into New Zealand, where they were ‘stretched’ and ‘rebodied’. If you take a close look at the back of our car, you can see where the original rear panels have been remodelled and the car lengthened to cater for the extra seats.

The lengthening of these cars was undertaken from the 1930s to the mid-1950s by a company named Crawley Ridley, motor body builders in Wellington. They worked for Newman’s as well as other companies.

Eventually the service car was replaced by short wheel-base coaches and, today, the mini-van. Our car is a reminder of the luxury travel available in a by-gone era.

Fishing tips & tales with John Vowless Although this time of year, fishing can be tough, the experienced, the clever, and the very keen anglers are catching a feed.

Torpedo fishing can be very productive; John Franklin showed me a photo from a recent torpedo trip he went on with Ossie and Sue Rokstad. Ossie and Sue are very knowledgeable torpedo fishers and know the Glinks Gully area (where the photo was taken) well. They set their line up to 1km out and have 25 hooks baited with mullet and squid. The main species caught are snapper, kahawai, gurnard, and school shark. The line is usually set for only 20 minutes, which reduces the chance of a shark sensing the caught fish and becoming caught when eating the struggling fish. A caught shark can do considerable damage to the line.

If seals are around, there is even more

BY GERALDINE CRAW

chance of sharks being present. If the current is strong, it can sweep the line back toward shore, reducing the catch. In these circumstances, Ossie will move his reel/ trolley down the beach to compensate and to keep his baits out in the ‘catch’ zone. As the photo shows, this method can result with very good catches.

Fishing in Whangarei has been tough but the anglers I mentioned in my first sentence are getting a feed. Another experienced and clever fisherman I know, dragged his net in Whangarei Harbour and caught piper - possibly the best snapper bait. He went

John Franklin and his catch after a recent torpedo fishing trip at Glinks Gully.

The torpedo rig on the truck ready to go.

fishing in the outer harbour and caught his limit of nice snapper in very short time and repeated this the next day.

A few snapper and occasional gurnard are being caught in the outer harbour around the channel bouys. Out in Bream Bay, similar catches but more gurnard.

Some good gurnard catches are reported out off Bream Head and at the Fairway Bouy area with a few snapper also being caught.

All areas are returning kahawai at times with some very big specimens being taken.

A few anglers have fished the Hen and Chicks and, again, a few snapper and kahawai are being caught and anglers who know the spots have caught some succulent terakihi.

Onerahi lure maker Doug Wakelin has been using his own flies at the Whau Valley dam and catching some good rainbow trout.

These fish are in very good condition and are very good eating. They are great fun on light gear - some anglers are using small softbaits or small lures on spinning gear.

Doug reports he catches trout virtually every trip. Too rough to take the boat out?

The dam could be well worth a look.

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Amnesia & Infidelity down at the Riverbank Centre You always suspected it, and now it’s official - down at the Riverbank Centre, people are losing their minds. Is there something in the water? No… they are just rehearsing for their next production which opens Friday September 7.

The production is called ‘Forget-Me-Knot’, a play written by David Tristram.

Directed by Pamela Black (winner of the

NAPTA award for Best Play Director for her

how he got there, just a bruised head and

written by David Tristram. In September last

production of ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ in 2016), and starring Tane Davis as Robert Zeinfeld, Louisa Dearlove as Dr. Samantha Munroe, Cara

a suspicious police inspector for company.

But... perhaps he hasn’t lost his memory at

year the company performed the highlyenjoyable ‘The Opposite Sex’, also penned by

all; perhaps it’s all an elaborate cover-up.

The deeper the policeman digs, the more

Tristram.

‘Forget-Me-Knot’ opens Friday September

confused he gets. But the truth always comes out in the end. Or does it?

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For more information about this production,

This is not the first time the Whangarei Theatre Company has produced a play

please visit: www.whangareitheatrecompany. org.nz/currentshow

Schagen as Julia Zeinfeld and Pani Taukiri as Inspector Jim Munroe, ‘Forget-Me-Knot’ is a comedy about amnesia and infidelity.

Robert Zeinfeld is found wandering the streets of Leicester at 4 a.m. There’s no clue

Fifth Northland Youth Summit Arts Festival will build on successes The fifth Northland Youth Summit Arts

organisations with a stake in getting the best outcome for youth in the region. Led by

Festival 2018 kicks off next weekend, drawing together rangatahi from Mangawhai to the Far North.

Creative Northland, with NorthTec acting as educational sponsor and Creative New

Held at NorthTec in Whangarei, 80 attendees aged 12-24 are encouraged to

Zealand the main financial sponsor, the summit/festival will also feature Elections NZ

enjoy two noho marae overnight stays on campus while attending daily workshops

helping get young attendees enrolled to vote.

Te Wānanga O Aotearoa, whose campus

on September 5 and 6. The festival culminates in a final presentation on Friday

adjoins NorthTec, is another sponsor. Te Wānanga offers youth a pathway through the

September 7, at which youth get to gain professional experience while publicly

Toi Maori Arts Department through to study at NorthTec.

expressing their kaupapa.

Whangarei Youth Space will help facilitate activities and Te Puni Kōkiri is a fellow

The big reveal will be held at NorthTec, where presentations will showcase the video, music, theatre performance, dance and movement, visual print arts, 3D digital arts, film and photography which the participants have created over their three days. Parents, caregivers and whānau are encouraged to attend the finale.

sponsor.

Creative Northland event coordinator

Lenny was a mentor for the mural workshop

Lenny Murupaenga described the Youth Summit Arts Festival as a platform for young

at the 2017 summit/festival. He said last year’s event had a ripple effect throughout the

people to develop confidence to speak up about the issues and future aspirations that

community – ‘hence why so many people have registered so easily this year’.

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Declutter your life In an increasingly loud and fast-paced world, our homes are supposed to be our sanctuaries; a place of uniquely private peace and relaxation.

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ut with an ever-increasing array of mass-manufactured goods on the market, at incredibly low prices, at least in relative terms, it’s very easy to find our enthusiasm for acquiring things getting out of hand. Often our cupboards, living rooms and benchtops are filled with stuff that looks attractive but that doesn’t fulfil any particular purpose.

Obsessive hoarding is a recognised mental health issue, and most of us really don’t fit that criteria - despite what friends, family and partners might say in jest - and yet, it’s still very possible to fill up a home with

goods you don’t need, then find it incredibly hard to let them go. Knowing that getting our lives and possessions into some kind of realistic perspective can be a challenge, minimalist-culture guru Marie Kondo, has single-handedly launched a whole new ethos for home owners with her ground-breaking ‘KonMari’ downsizing method.

She was even listed as one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2015.

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lives: making changes that enhance and enrich our everyday experience. Her KonMari Method involves just a few simple steps, starting with firmly committing yourself to ‘tidying up’. Next, she asks that you imagine your ideal lifestyle, in terms of an environment that feels peaceful, with everything in its place, and only the bare minimum of possessions.

The first physical step is to discard things, putting like-with-like together in one place in order to decide what goes and what stays. So, in other words, gather absolutely all of your clothes, all of your books, all of your shoes, and so on. Then, actually hold or touch every item, one by one, and ask yourself if it brings you joy. And if it does then keep it.

The KonMari method isn’t just about discarding things. It also helps people organise their environments, in order to make finding things simple. Kondi even has a special method for folding your remaining clothes, after the big purge. It’s designed to make diving into overcrowded cupboards and drawers in search of something to wear, a thing of the past.

Like Japan’s Kondo, Scandinavian author Margareta Magnusson has realised that having loads of possessions can really weigh a person, couple or family down and her book, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning , which isn’t as spooky as it sounds, has become a phenomenon, advocating a plan which may take a bit longer than the KonMari method, but is well-suited to people in their middle years - especially in the sense that it should save loved ones left behind from having to undertake difficult property cleanses themselves.

She acknowledges that we are living longer so she suggests that we shed our

worldly goods thoughtfully and regularly as we pass through the later stages of life. And it’s not only typical household possessions, but also paperwork and even digital information.

It is always distressing for families to lose a loved one so realising that they cannot access important aspects of a person’s online life, including social media accounts and vital passwords is an added burden.

Magnusson advises followers to prepare a document with password information, in advance, and make sure family members know where to find it.

Natalie Jane of Be Organised, in Auckland, has always been an organiser herself.

“When I was a little girl, I used to line my dolls up in neat rows and every Sunday I would tidy my room and polish my silver spoon collection,” she says.

Jane knows that she’s in a position of responsibility when clients invite her into their homes.

“It’s a very personal, intimate thing, showing a stranger what’s inside your drawers and cupboards, so I take my role in helping them declutter or downsize, then reorganise, very seriously. I don’t tell people what to do, instead, I coach and guide them in a sensitive and respectful way according to their own needs and wants.

“The bigger the mess, the more excited I get.”

Jane says that paperwork often features in terms of tidying.

“It’s a really big thing and if you don’t get on top of it, it can become overwhelming.”

She says that even if they can’t bring themselves to throw out guarantees, bank statements and other paper paraphernalia, she helps clients get it to a point where they can handle it.

She says that the best part of her work is seeing how good people feel when the job is done.

“It’s always so rewarding to watch their relief and satisfaction!”

Estimating the cost for renovating

Louise Court is a mum of three young boys, works part time and has managed to fit in renovating two family homes and four rental properties in the past 10 years.

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he’s an accomplished self-taught renovator who is happy to share her tips on how to stick to the budget.

Court starts by listing absolutely everything in a diary that needs money spent on it, and then estimating the cost.

“I always overestimate costs, and I update them constantly as quotes and bills come in. Last renovation, I also used an iphone app, Renovation Budget Tracker.

I allow for a 10 per cent contingency as, without fail, something crops up or is more expensive than anticipated. It’s very easy to get accurate prices for hardware - online shopping is a huge help and those figures are fixed, but labour costs can be very hard to estimate and can easily blow out.”

Renovators are often advised to get three quotes for a job, but Court says it’s very hard to get one tradie, let alone two or three for a quote.

“I ask friends and I use builderscrack. co.nz a lot - it’s a great website to load your job and get quotes through. I’m now at a point where I can tell if a tradie’s quote is reasonable, so if they come recommended I just book them in.” She adds that it’s important to get a fixed-price quote rather than an estimate.

When Court is renovating for tenants or for profit and needs a quick turnaround, she sticks to things that don’t require council consent. This saves time and cost, but she stresses that for something like adding on a room, consents are a must.

“Take the time, do it right the first time and save any future headaches.”

Louise preps and does her own painting, gardening and some demo.

“You can bust down non-structural walls and run around being a lackey for tradies so they don’t waste their expensive time going to hardware shops to pick up bits and pieces.”

She recommends YouTube videos for finding out how to do things that don’t really need a tradie. “I recently YouTubed how to lay vinyl tiles, but things like major building work, electrical and plumbing should only be done by qualified tradespeople, as well as

benchtop and handles and some of the kickboard as it was water damaged. But

save money, she used modern furniture and artwork from her home and says it’s

when I stripped it down I realised it was very waterlogged and beyond saving. I didn’t

surprising what you can throw together.

“I borrowed a queen-sized bed from a

want to waste money on it, so I ordered a simple pre-assembled kitchen from a home

friend but couldn’t find a single bed, so I made some cardboard boxes up into a

improvements store. It was surprisingly cheap and very good quality and, wow, it

bed size and dressed them with duvets and pillows and you couldn’t even tell. We

made the house look a million bucks. I spent an extra $6000 but added tens of thousands

prayed that no kids jumped on the bed and discovered our dirty little secret!

to the value of the property.”

Last time Court staged a house for sale

“Our own house was incredibly bare for a few weeks, but hey, who doesn’t enjoy

she was on a super-tight budget, so to

camping with three kids!”

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Renovators may be tempted to cut corners

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to save money, but Louise says people should never underestimate the importance of prep work. “A painted wall will only look as

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good as the prep work underneath it. Never go for cheap paint - you’ll end up having to do twice as many coats. When quality paints

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However, there are areas where big savings can safely be made by going with a cheaper option. Court always shops around, often online, for tiles. “A white subway-style tile can vary in price from $20-$110 per sq m. There is very little difference in the look they create, but a more expensive tile can blow the budget out by thousands.”

Likewise, she finds bathroom fittings, taps, vanities and baths to be of a similar quality anywhere but says the difference in price can be extreme. “I never go to a bathroom store - why pay $1000 for a tap and $2000 for a vanity when you can get the same item at a hardware store for a fraction of the price?”

Sometimes though, spending more on an item can add thousands more in value.

“I recently did a kitchen for a rental property. I was desperately trying to keep costs down and was just going to give the old kitchen a good tidy by replacing the

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Is it better to buy first or sell?

WHILE BUYING your first home can be a nerve-wracking experience, buying your second (or third) isn’t much easier.

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irst home buyers may face a whole bunch of barriers, but the stakes can feel pretty high for people who are looking to upsize, downsize or just move house due to family circumstances or job changes.

In many ways, the process is the same.

You need to write your wish list — where the property is, what size it is — and think about how much you want to spend. This is where the buy first or sell first conundrum comes in, because it’s much easier to figure out how much you have to spend if you have already sold your first property. A property is only worth what someone is prepared to pay for it at the time that it’s for sale. It’s unwise to hedge your bets solely on an algorithmgenerated valuation, the back-of-an-envelope calculation or recent rating valuations.

Selling first means you have freed up any equity and you have a firmer budget to work with. However, in a slow market it can mean that you are left scrambling to find ‘the one’.

Even if you do find the right property, it can take longer than you might anticipate to reach settlement on it, which means you may have an unspecified period between exiting your last home and moving into your new one. This can be particularly tough for people with children and pets, especially in an area or at a time of year when there is a lot of competition for short-term rentals. If you do sell first, it’s a good idea to try to negotiate a longer settlement period to give yourselves a bit more breathing space. Ask your real estate agent and lawyer for advice on how to do this for — because you’re the seller, you get to set the terms and conditions for your sale process.

Buying first makes sense in lots of ways, particularly if your search area is very defined. If a property that ticks all the boxes comes on the market, it can be hard to resist the pull of putting an offer on it.

If you decide to go for it, you’ll need good financial advice and nerves of steel. If your offer is accepted, you may find yourself in the position of owning two properties — and having to service their respective mortgages if the settlement dates don’t align perfectly.

Before you do anything rash, talk to your lender or a mortgage broker about what your options are in this situation.

It can feel like an eternity while you wait for your first property to sell, and if the market suddenly slows, it can be tempting to take the first offer you receive in order to get the place off your hands.

Before you do anything rash, talk to your lender or a mortgage broker about what your options are in this situation. You are likely to need bridging finance to cover your offer on the new home — depending on your circumstances and the method of sale you may need access to these funds quite quickly. Be aware that owning two homes will also have insurance implications

— you will need both to be covered. If you are planning to buy first, you can make the sale of your existing property a condition of your offer. While this takes the pressure off, it may also make your offer less attractive to a seller.

A good compromise may be to try to negotiate a longer settlement when you buy the new property, which will give you more time to sell. Talk to the real estate agent selling the property to find out how you can negotiate this in a way that the seller will be happy with.

There’s no perfect, one-size-fits-all solution

in this situation. Perhaps the best advice is that if you are starting to think about buying it’s a good idea to get your property and your finances in order. Talk to your lender or a mortgage broker and give them an indication of your plans. Start talking to real estate agents in your area to find out what might be coming on the market and ask them for an assessment of demand for a property like yours. Tackle all those jobs around the house that have needed doing all year — trim those overhanging branches, replace the broken letterbox and repaint the scratched front door.

At the very least, doing this will make it a pleasant place to live while you figure out your next move.

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Small homes, big business The housing trend in New Zealand over the past few decades has been to build bigger and bigger, with the Dotcom mansion being one of the more extreme examples.

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owever, in recent times this ‘bigger is better’ trend has begun to reverse, largely because of the popularity of apartments and a growing interest in a counterculture of smaller, innovative stand-alone houses.

Christchurch-based associate and sustainability specialist at architectural firm Warren & Mahoney Fiona Short, says that, on average, our houses have started to decrease in size in recent years - but they’re still 60 per cent bigger than they were in 1970. Short has noticed that many people looking to buy their first homes are considering options that might have historically been considered quite radical.

“I think it appeals to the rebellious side in many of us which yearns for that romantic idea of living a simple life.”

On the very tiny end of the spectrum, Short has friends who recently designed and built ‘a beautiful 8.4m2 cabin. It has a living space with open shelves, plants, big timber windows which invite light in, and a loft bed above’.

“They say the best part about living there has been reconnecting with nature as they tend to enjoy more time outside. However, one disadvantage of a tiny home or one on wheels is that it can be harder to get finance if the home doesn’t fit the normal requirements. I would suggest seeking early financial advice if you’re looking to go tiny.

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This is where a ‘better and smaller’ but not ‘tiny house’ approach to housing has advantages.”

Short says houses don’t have to be really tiny to be less spatially-wasteful - they just need to be more thoughtfully designed.

“I like to start the design process with a ‘better and smaller’ approach.”

Retired people often feel they need multiple bedrooms and bathrooms to provide for family and friends to stay, but a house can be designed to be small enough for their own needs and still able to accommodate visitors. Short says flexibility is key.

“It’s tempting to give a room a title, but much more valuable to consider how different spaces can be transformed for a multitude of activities. This might mean one slighter bigger room instead of two medium-sized rooms. Good storage is key to maintaining flexibility.”

She notes that one big space waster is circulation areas. “Challenge your designer to eliminate spaces used only for circulation, laundry and seldom-used bathrooms.

Consider nooks or stations off hallways instead of adding more rooms if you want to achieve an efficient design. Keep in mind that

every square metre you save in the plan will save you literally thousands in build costs!”

Empty-nesters downsizing from a traditional family home to an apartment should prepare themselves for a much smaller living environment, and Short says there are several design features to look for that can make the transition easier.

“Number one is storage, storage, storage, but also high ceilings, light colours, views, natural daylight and even mirrors. These can all make a space feel much larger than it is.

And don’t be afraid of shared facilities. I lived in a small apartment that shared a laundry and it turned out to be much more of a social hub than I expected!”

Clearly, construction costs are reduced when building a smaller home, but design techniques can also be used to reduce ongoing maintenance costs once the house is built. Short advises that brick or heattreated FSC local timber, which can be left to silver, are both great-looking, lowmaintenance options that can help reduce ongoing costs.

“Metal cladding will also go the distance with little maintenance and looks fantastic on the right project.”

Short says houses don’t have to be really tiny to be less spatially-wasteful - they just need to be more thoughtfully designed.

Short was involved in a recent project, the Mary Potter Apartments in Christchurch, where one of the key guiding principles was ‘universal design’ - a philosophy based on the idea that if a house is good for an 8-year-old and an 80-year-old then it’s good for everyone. “We need to stop designing only for fit and healthy 20-year-olds, and design for everyone,” says Short. “There are very simple ways to implement this design philosophy, such as avoiding steps or tripping hazards, wider doors, higher electrical sockets, lever door handles, which are easier to grab, non-slip surfaces, and putting extra timber blocking in the bathroom walls so grab rails can be easily added later if required. Most of these design decisions make living easier for all of us young, old, fit, injured or with extraordinary challenges. They are really easy to incorporate and most don’t cost a thing.”

While there are many aspects of sustainable design that give good financial paybacks, Short says there is only one way to reduce both environmental impact and capital costs and this is simply to build smaller.

“Area is one of the elephants in the room in terms of building costs. All the materials in a building, as well as the energy required to run a home, contribute to its carbon footprint - something we will all become more familiar with over the coming decades.”

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TEXTILE FIBRES & THEIR CHARACTERISTICS - AN EDUCATIONAL YARN IN THREE PARTS We are passionate about fabrics and finding the right solutions for our customers. With fantastic support from our fabric suppliers, such as James Dunlop, we have a wealth of knowledge to share, like the different characteristics of textile fibres.

A study of PART natural fibres one from plant origin Linen Derived from cellulose fibres that grow inside the stalks of the flax plant.

• Considered to be the strongest of the natural fibres; if constructed for upholstery it is very durable, particularly when blended with up to 10 per cent Nylon.

• It is affected by acidic pollution.

Viscose/Rayon Viscose/Rayon is a transparent fibre made

• Can be affected by mildew which will likely cause the fibre to deteriorate over time.

of processed cellulose. Cellulose fibres from wood or cotton are dissolved in alkali

• It is regarded as a luxury fibre because of its lustre and texture.

to make a solution called viscose, which is then extruded through a nozzle, or

• It is an absorbent fibre which means it can move with changing humidity levels.

spinneret, into an acid bath to reconvert the viscose into cellulose. Viscose is generally

• Linen has moderate sunlight resistance and should be protected by a quality lining when used as a drapery and protected from direct sunlight when used as an upholstery.

Cotton

a term widely used in Europe, whilst rayon is American terminology.

Plant origin • A strong fibre, even stronger

• Can be adapted to specific use – from fine to heavy fibres depending on required usage.

when wet, cotton has good natural durability.

• Can be affected by mildew, however a mildew-resistant finish can be applied to reduce this issue.

• Generally has reasonable sunlight resistance but should be protected with a quality lining when used as a drapery and protected from direct sunlight when used as an upholstery.

• It is an absorbent fibre which means it can move with changing humidity levels.

• May shrink with laundering but this can be reduced through a finishing process on the fabric known as sanforising.

• Sunlight resistance can be greatly reduced in acidic polluted conditions.

• Can be affected by mildew.

• The fibres soft handle and beautiful lustre provides a luxury finish.

• A very absorbent fibre, it will move with changing humidity levels. However, if blended with stable fibres, the issue is minimised.

• Viscose is not regarded as a UV- resistant fibre and should always be lined when used as drapery and protected from direct sunlight when used as an upholstery.

Call into the Frazerhurst Showroom at 146 Lower Dent Street Whangarei to view some lovely examples and join us next month when we will discuss Animal Derived fibres.

It’s that time of th he year...

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Transform your bathroom B

athrooms were once a functional space in the home, but they have evolved into an area of escape in ever-increasingly open-plan home designs.

These days, the wellness aspects of bathrooms are being accentuated to create a restorative atmosphere.

And it can be as cheap as bringing soft, natural textures and spa-inspired styling into the room, or as high-tech as touch-screen mirrors with integrated speakers so you can add music to your bathroom time.

Trends towards making the space somewhere you linger longer include all the comforts of a spa, such as rain shower heads and towel warmers, candlelight and scents.

The overall design to promote the escapist feel, however, doesn’t have to be as clinical as a spa retreat.

“At the moment there are really two trends for bathrooms - minimalism or maximalism,” says interior designer Yvette Jay. “The ‘less is more’ approach is favoured by minimalist bathroom designs, which are very understated with very harmonious finishes and large-scale tiles.”

A traditional heritage villa bathroom refurbishment she worked on used this style,

contrasting honed marble and warm oak timber with simple ceramic tiles.

“It was a generous-sized bathroom, so we had room for a freestanding bath, which became the feature,” says Jay. “A really long, wall-hung vanity and a really beautiful piece of marble were used with very simple tiles to make them stand out.”

Lights on the mirror using a separate circuit were added for a sculptural lighting element, as well as a softer tone to the room when soaking in the bath, adding to the minimalist and harmonious feel to the bathroom.

On the other side is maximalism, favouring a ‘more is more’ approach, as a backlash to the cool Scandinavian-inspired minimalism that has reigned interior designs for so long.

It’s about being bold and excessive in your design, layering your prints and clashing your colours for dramatic effect, encouraging escapism.

“Maximalism is about details, with more of a mix of materials, so you might have large marble tiles, but also very glamorous mosaic tiles in the same space,” says Jay, who is also noticing more freestanding baths, and spaces with a spa feel and wellness aspects, alongside these two larger trends.

vase of flowers, candles or towels.”

There’s also an incorporation of landscaping as part of the space - whether it’s a small, private courtyard off the shower, or an outlook over a garden, there’s an emphasis on bringing the restorative nature of the outdoors, in.

“When creating a bathroom, it’s also important to make the shower as large as you can,” she says. “If you have a generous-sized shower, the feel will be luxurious. You can also create a sense of space in a small bathroom by having your vanity and toilet wall-hung.”

No matter what the trend you’re following, she says finishes should be timeless in a bathroom and she also shuns high-tech for more of a low-key bathroom. Instead of filling it with smart technology, she prefers to encourage retreat and tranquillity.

“Keep tiles and paint colours in a bathroom in keeping with finishes throughout the rest of the house, so there’s a cohesive feel overall to the interiors,” Jay says. “If you want to bring colour into a bathroom, work instead with a

Thin design profiles are also big news this season with thin feature tiles, thin benchtops, thin shelving and thin towel rails making an appearance in new bathroom designs.

She says tiling trends this season are less about following one style and more about individual choice with special finishes on mosaics, such as metallic, glass or marble stones, used sparingly for impact - such as around the vanity area - rather than on larger areas.

Lighting in a bathroom is also a consideration and should be able to be bright enough for makeup application, yet soft enough for soaking in the bath or first thing in the morning. Natural light is often hard to get into a bathroom space, but solutions such as open-air elements over showers and skylights can help.

“Keep lighting in your bathroom on a couple of circuits, so that you can have very soft and minimal light when needed,” says Jay. “I’m not keen on long lines of LED, but rather spotlights work best for a more candle-lit feel.”

The bathroom is usually the place in your home where you start and end your day, so creating a sanctuary in this room can set you up for the day ahead, as well as help wind you down before bed.

As singer Alicia Keys said: “If I want to be alone, some place I can write, I can read, I can pray, I can cry, I can do whatever I want - I go to the bathroom.”

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A taste of the trends If there’s one thing you can be sure of, trends never stand still. We asked the experts to give us a taste of what’s trending for 2018. incorporate into a project, blues continue as a perennial favourite.

Statement ceilings 2018 is looking up – at least, as far as ceilings go. Darker colours create a cocooning effect by giving the perception that a ceiling is lower than it actually is.

If you’re concerned about ‘lowering’ the room height, avoid painting the edges of the ceiling, and bring the wall colour up over the cornices.

Effects Forget traditional paint effects. Effects are back in fashion, but with a modern overhaul; freehand styles paired with modern colourways. The look is less prescribed and perfect and lighter on the senses than the traditional overly detailed finishes of decades past.

Brights The future continues to brighten, as bold,

Maximalism Forget minimalism and its constraints. Make a move towards maximalism – one of the hottest styles in interior design.

A blend of historical design and colours, layers and textures, and mixed artwork

When you’re choosing trends, remember the golden rule: always choose colours you love. That way you’ll enjoy them for years to come.

Metallics

dark colours with deep blues and greens

allows the maximalist to create an interior that not only melds the patina of time with

“Yes, we are still using metallic, but with an earthier twist,” says interior designer and

and smoky charcoals, such as Resene Indian

contemporary decor, but creates an interior that is vastly unique.

colour consultant Debbie Abercrombie.

Grounded neutrals Earthier, honest neutrals are right on trend. Choose a colour palette of earthy browns, tans, warm greys and greens – and especially terracotta.

Ink and Resene Coast. Dark walls ensure a space doesn’t feel empty. The deep backdrop

Whether it’s stools, chairs, wall units and planters painted in metallic hues, or simple metallic touches added to handles and

enhances the greenery of plants and colours in artwork.

legs, picture frames, textiles and wallpaper

Botanicals

– metallics are a versatile choice. Use metallics to glam up a room, or pair them with handcrafted ornaments, natural stone

We’re not ready to let go of botanicals just yet. We’re still seeing bold-leafed plants in

eye-catching colours give a fresh vibrancy to rooms. Whether it’s quirky and out-ofthe-ordinary or intense and sophisticated, a lively palette inspires cheerfulness and a playful release.

Colour combos Pairing colours is where it’s at. Warm greys paired with tan, camel, terracotta and brown-blacks, for instance. “The combination of black on tan or tan on black is a smart choice,” says Debbie. “The key is seeing colour in combination. Colours isolated are often not the wow we are looking for. It is how we combine them.”

our homes, in particular ‘patterned’ plants with leaves bearing stripes or splotches.

“Terracotta is making a comeback and it isn’t just limited to pots,” says Rebecca.

or exotic wood.

“Pair colours such as Resene Entourage and Resene Desperado with classic timber stains

Daringly dark There is a definite shift to embracing darker

such as Resene Pitch Black and Resene Natural.”

hues inside, taking cosy to a new level. This

Nature’s green hues are prominent too.

We’re also seeing the blues – from deep

isn’t an all black story; instead it focuses on

and dark to weathered blues. So easy to

Forget maidenhair ferns; consider calathea, croton and dieffenbachia instead.

Recycling Using recycled materials and upcycled objects is not just a trend, it’s becoming a responsibility. Paint, stain and clear finishes are an easy way to help repurpose or reuse a favourite piece of furniture or accessory. Old can easily become new by redecorating with a fresh new colour and finish.

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

Olive trees, for fruit, oil or hedging

BY DEBBIE OLDFIELD

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to help with pollination.

Here are a few of the varieties that are more commonly available:

e have some really nice olive trees in the

Ascolano – If size matters, then this variety is perfect for you.

The attractive very large fruit that ripen green, are great for pickling. Ascolano are fairly disease-resistant. Pollinate with other varieties, such as Frantoio and Leccino.

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remind everyone what versatile trees these are. Not only do they make a pretty,

small, stand-alone tree with their nice silvery foliage, they hedge well, and they can also supply you with fruit to

El Greco – El Greco is an attractive tree even if just grown for its silvery green foliage. It has a compact mature size of just 3mx3m, making it the perfect-sized tree for a smaller urban section. El Greco are self-fertile but are not known to fruit easily in New Zealand. This may be to your advantage as you don’t end up with lots of very hard olive stones flying around when you mow under your tree. Good oil content.

either pickle or make into oil… depending which variety you buy.

These graceful trees are wind, salt and frost-hardy and will grow almost anywhere in New Zealand. They are not that fussy about the soil they are to be grown in but prefer a wellprepared hole with lots of compost mixed in, especially if its heavy clay soil. Stake well.

Olives are very tolerant but do best in a sheltered position.

Frantoio – This is a tidy and compact-sized tree at 4mx3m, with an early, heavy crop of medium- sized fruit. The oil from these olives has a peppery fresh-pressed taste and is great for using for dressings and dipping. They pickle well as an eating olive and are an all-round easy-to-grow variety. Very

Remember to keep up the watering so your olive does not dry out when the fruit is developing, and to apply annually some slow-release fertilizer. Olives can grow anything from 3-10m tall but can be kept to just 3m tall by pruning after harvesting the fruit. Size matters when it comes to deciding what variety you are going to grow. For pickling, large olives are a better

more important. You can still pickle ‘oil’ olives - all going well, they will taste great. Just understand they may be smaller, so

Leccino – Superb Tuscan oil selection that performs well in most parts of New Zealand. Healthy and vigorous, and tolerant of the cold once established. A medium-sized olive used for both pickling and oil. Very strong grower getting 5-7m tall, so may need more pruning. Pollinate with Frantoio.

A good pollinator for other varieties. Early ripening.

Rakino – Olea Rakino is a shapely, small, open, tree suitable for both inland and coastal situations. A prolific summer fruiter, its flavoursome fruit is ideal for pickling. Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland. 3x3m.

Carolea – Carolea olives are medium to large-sized olives grown both for oil and pickling. It has a good oil yield and small nut. The oil is considered to be a good-quality one. Will need a pollinator. 4x4m.

there is less flesh relative to stone than with a larger pickling olive. Did you know one olive tree can provide up to 30kg of fruit?!

A lot of the olive varieties need to be pollinated with a different variety. Olives pollinate by wind from trees located within 20-30m so it is ideal to plant at least one other variety

BY ROSE KRAAKMAN

Koroneiki – An attractive smaller growing olive tree bearing large crops of small fruit. Well-suited to coastal areas. Ideal for hedging and screening. Very high yields of high-quality oil or can be pickled. Hardy. 3-4m.

Mission – A vigorous upright grower. Bears a heavy crop of smaller-sized olives which are best pickled. Grows well in the cooler regions. Self-fertile, 5m.

choice. If you are going to press your olives for oil, size is not so important. How much oil they contain as a percentage is

Flowering Cherries, heralding the arrival of Spring!

high in oil content.

Olives J2 – A very prolific producer bearing high yields of medium-sized fruit in autumn. A smaller growing olive tree with a willowy growth habit. Good for pickling. 4x3m.

Olive tree hedge

Verdale – French olive, good for pickling. It’s a small grower used often for hedging and for screening, getting to around 4m tall. Self-fertile.

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ith the arrival of Spring, comes blossom on the

and gypsum to ensure good drainage, so your tree stays healthy. They are remarkably wind-tolerant, but strong wind can damage or blow off the delicate blossoms, so a more sheltered spot will enable longer, better flowering. Keep an eye out for any shoots that grow below the graft and rub them off as this is the rootstock growing.

early flowering Ornamental Cherries. One outstanding

variety that springs to mind is Prunus yedoensis ‘Áwanui’. Developed by Keith Adams from New Plymouth, this tree is a real stunner. Early September it has a mass of soft pink blossom on bare branches.

Standing underneath these trees when they are mature and looking through the branches in flower to a blue sky is an incredible sight.

Prunus Awanui Flowering Cherries are tolerant of most soils but will be happiest in deeply-worked, well-drained soil. They will not tolerate ‘wet feet’ so if you have a heavy clay soil that stays moist for long periods, you will need to work it well by adding compost

Fresh green leaves follow when the flowering is finished. Prunus ‘Awanui’ grows over time into an upright spreading tree with a layered branch structure. It is easy to grow but needs space to appreciate its true beauty, fabulous for a large lawn or to line a driveway.

Flowering Cherries sold by Alter-Natives: • Prunus ‘Áwanui’ • Prunus ’Accolade’: Semi-double rich pink flowers, spreading upward and outward.

• Prunus pissardi ‘Nigra’: deep purple foliage, white, blush pink flowers.

• Prunus ‘Shidare Yoshino’: weeping white • Prunus ‘Shidare Sakura’: weeping double pink

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