June 11 2021
The sweetness of nature Caring for 120 hives of honey bees has become an unexpected lifestyle for Mangawhai beekeeper Louis Smith through his company Mangawhai Honey. Louis, a qualified builder, has not regretted making the decision a few years ago to accept an offer to learn the skills of beekeeping. The information he has gleaned now sees his small business offer various blends of honey to his customers. Educating his clients about bees and the goodness of honey at the Mangawhai Tavern Markets is all part of the job for him and his partner Julia. continued on page 5 …
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The St John ambulance station in Ruakaka has been serving the local community since 1970. While times and technology have changed, the same ethos of life-saving dedication remains. When the station opens its doors on Saturday, June 12, members of the public will be able to look behind the scenes and see just how a modern rapid response medical service manages in the 21st century, using equipment the founders of St John would have considered magical. “The open day coincides with our 50th anniversary of St John in Bream Bay, which is an oppor tunit y to recognise the efforts our incredible volunteers, especially in the earlier years, have put into establishing our services to the community,” says St John Bream Bay Area Committee chair, Lindsay McCaw. There will be ambulance displays, the major incident support team will be there to answer questions about their role in tackling emergencies, and there will be activities for all ages to make it a fun day as well as an educational one. A traditional Kiwi sausage sizzle will round out the festivities. The open day begins
at 9.30am at 4 Tamingi Street, Ruakaka, and runs until midday. More than the machinery and equipment on display, St John want to share with the public the values that they operate by and have stood them in high regard in New Zealand ever since 1885, when Reverend Thomas Flavell and Dr Walter Hacon proposed that the St John ambulance service should be invited to establish a branch in ‘the colonies’. By this point, the St John name was already well associated with good works in England. It didn’t take long for New Zealanders to welcome the organisation and volunteer their assistance. For example, the first-ever Kiwi telethon, back in 1975, raised $400,000 for the cause, a huge sum for that era. St John staff and volunteers believe in Tū Tahi: standing stronger together, Mahi Tika: doing the right thing, Mahi Pono: acting with truth and integrity, and Whakapai Ake: the principle of finding solutions to make things better. All this is covered by one final guiding value, Whakaaro Nui, which means approaching situations with an open mind. ¢
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The Zonta Club of Mangawhai is calling for local women ages 15–18 years old to apply for the ninth annual award of a 10-day development voyage on the Spirit of New Zealand through the Spirit of Adventure Trust. “The Mangawhai Zonta Club is encouraging residents from the Mangawhai, Tomarata, Wellsford, Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto and Waipū areas to apply. The applicants must show leadership potential or be interested in developing their leadership skills,” says president Liz Holsted. “The applicants are not to have turned 19 prior to departure, including during the voyage and must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand. “Zonta International empowers women worldwide through service and advocacy. Our club in Mangawhai meets twice monthly. One evening is a dinner meeting, and the other is a committee meeting. “As a group, we raise funds to support a variety of projects locally, nationally and internationally. We work with other local and national organisations and provide international aid to projects that help women overcome barriers to equal education, health care, legal rights and employment. “The Spirit of Adventure Award is made possible because of the generosity of the local community at Zonta fundraising events such as our Mid Winter Ball and quiz nights. “The voyage is a life-changing experience. Young people leave with
a whole new set of skills, lots of new friends and new confidence to take on the challenges in life. The whole voyage is based on learning by doing. It helps young women have empowerment to know they can accomplish challenges they face through life. “Zonta’s mantra is to honour and empower women and gender equality. We encourage girls to come forward for the sailing experience as we have seen the positive change and confidence built in previous girls who have taken on the challenge. “They face all sorts of situations as they take part in a variety of activities on the ship, on the water and on the shore. The experience helps people to gain a level of self-empowerment only found on the Spirit of New Zealand tall sailing ship. You improve your communication and leadership skills and learn the importance of self-awareness and being a part of a team as you move outside of your comfort zone. “There is a medical criteria for the Spirit of Adventure Trust, and attendees must be able to swim 100 metres unaided. They must also agree to the Spirit of Adventure Trust’s code of conduct, terms and conditions of the voyage. “The 10-day development voyage awardee will be required to report
The Mangawhai Zonta group is calling for local women 15–18 years old to apply for the upcoming 10-day development voyage on the tall ship Spirit of New Zealand
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The oracle of the wetlands
Business Expenses: what can you claim?
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Since pre-European times, the New Zealand fernbird or kōtātā has been viewed by tangata whenua as a harbinger of success or failure in daily life.
We often get questions about what business expenses are tax-deductible, such as motor vehicles and clothing.
The sparrow-sized wetland dweller was first described scientifically by French zoologists Jean Quoy and Joseph Gaimard in 1832. European settlers often called the fernbird the swamp sparrow because of its similarity to the introduced common house sparrow. The New Zealand fernbird is a rich brown above and white below, with brown spots on both the throat and breast. The tail feathers are thin, dark brown, and spine-like. The birds reach a length of 18cm from the tip of the beak to the end of its tail. Fernbirds inhabit swampy wetland areas feeding on insects. They are
mainly ground-dwelling, taking only short flights between locations. The birds nest in sedges or other vegetation close to the ground, making a deep woven cup of dried rushes lined with feathers. Breeding occurs from September to February, producing clutches of two or three pinkish-white eggs with brown or purple speckles. Since first being described, five subspecies have been identified. Three live on the main islands of New Zealand, while two others reside on Codfish Island and The Snares subantarctic islands. A sixth species, the Chatham Island fernbird, became extinct in 1900. ¢
Motor Vehicle Expenses If you have a vehicle that is only used for business purposes, you can claim the full running costs as a business expense. If you use your vehicle for both business and personal trips, you will need to work out how to allocate costs correctly. Travelling from home to work is a personal trip. There are two ways to do this; keeping a logbook or adding up the actual costs. The logbook option is to keep a logbook of all your travels for three months. We work out the percentage of business use; then this percentage can be used for three years — no need to keep the logbook for longer than three months. There are apps that do this, too, if you don’t want to write it down. The rate for each kilometre at present is 82c if you want to claim a mileage rate. Clothing Expenses Most jobs have a dress code — whether you wear suits and heels or overalls and steel-toed boots. Work clothes can be a significant expense for any business owner or employee. You only buy these clothes for your job, so it feels as though they should be business expenses, right? Well, not quite.
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The sweetness of nature
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u by Ann van Engelen
After completing a building apprenticeship, Louis Smith took up the challenge of working with bees alongside a friend and his uncle in Mangawhai and became a beekeeper by trade. “I had completed my building apprenticeship, and my friend and his uncle offered me a job working alongside them with their beehives,” says Louis. “Over three years, I built up my own hive numbers and am now in my fourth year with 120 hives. I don’t plan on growing any bigger as it is nice to have time for other things. “My partner Julia helps me to sell the honey at the Mangawhai Tavern Markets on Saturdays, and we sell through our Mangawhai Honey website and other outlets. We enjoy interacting with people at the market and chatting to them about the life of bees and honey in general. “I enjoy being outdoors and having a business that is positive for the environment and creating our own product. We sell bush blend, kānuka and mānuka honey. The bush blend is delicious and is a reasonable price
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to buy. To get this blend, the bees take everything around them after the mānuka stops flowering. This is when they go to the kānuka as well. “It takes them from October until the end of November to fill a mānuka box, but they can fill a box in a week during summer if the weather is right. We try to leave the bees for the last two months to fill up their hive for themselves to live off during winter. I only give them food if they are running out. “It is important that people realise keeping bees is like having cows. Just like a cow needs a certain amount of area to feed — it is the same as bees. In built-up areas like Waipū through to Auckland, people are eager to have beehives thinking they are doing a good thing, but you can overload the environment, and the bees can end up with not enough food. “They say you should eat the food from your local area, and the thing
Honey is really good for you and also a good sugar substitute
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Louis Smith became a beekeeper several years ago when the opportunity came his way to learn the technique of caring for bees and their hives
about honey is the nectar comes from the region the hives are in. The mānuka is known for its antibacterial properties, and bush and kānuka have their own goodness. “Honey is really good for you and also a good sugar substitute. “One queen bee looks after each hive. In summer, she can lay up to 3,000 eggs daily. The workers start as cleaners and do hive maintenance. They then become a forager and finally a guard bee to keep away intruders like wasps and foreign
bees trying to enter the hive. Bees collect nectar and pollen. The nectar is what they store and turn it into honey, and the pollen feeds the babies. To check the hives, we use smoke to calm the bees down so we can check pests and ensure the hive is healthy and collect the honey. It still amazes me at how orchestrated they are. Everyone plays their part, and they all get on with their job working as a team to get a good end result. It is a pretty cool thing to watch.” ¢
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The delight of the bite u by Liz Clark
With the second week of winter only just kicking in, lemon and other citrus trees will be groaning with fruit. In recent years, the range of available citrus has expanded to include many new varieties of lemon, lime, mandarin, oranges and grapefruit. It’s advisable to talk to your local nursery about what cultivars are suitable for your site. Trees should be planted during spring and autumn in Northland. Citrus thrive in acidic, free-draining soil with plenty of compost and organic matter added in. During the growing season, the trees are heavy feeders and will need regular additions of fertiliser and sheep pellets or well-rotted cattle and horse manure.
Before planting, ensure the hole is dug to twice the depth and width of the root ball. Remove the citrus tree gently from its container and support the root ball while placing it into its final spot. Fill the hole in with a good quality compost/ soil mix and stake well. Citrus can be prone to a range of problems, from nutritional deficiencies to pests and diseases. Yellowing of the leaves is an indication of a nutritional deficiency, as an example, in the tree. It can easily be managed by using a commercially available citrus fertiliser or a dash of Epsom salt. Blossom end
rot is another issue that arises if the tree is lacking calcium. A handful of lime around the dripline of the tree is recommended to remedy the problem. All citrus are vulnerable to a range of insect pests that can be controlled through sprays or other measures such as predatory beneficial insect species. If the skin of your lime or lemon is spotty or rusty looking, then it’s a sign of citrus rust mites. Mites thrive during very hot weather and are less of a problem during the winter months. Control with Neem oil or use the control of natural predators to keep the mite population
reduced. Aphids and scale insects also attack citrus. These can also be controlled by an insecticidal spray or natural control. Taking a look at the availability of species and cultivars within the citrus family, there’s quite a few to choose from, including some more unusual types. Buddha’s Hand is ornamental citrus, and its fruit resembles the fingers and shape of a hand. This week Jessica has created a recipe with lots of zing using lemons, see page 12 for more reading with a tang to it. ¢
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Training with purpose
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u by Ann van Engelen
Helping to keep the community safe through the Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifesaving Service is a passion for chief instructor and Emergency Call Out Squad coordinator Jessica Costello. “I grew up in Mangawhai and became a lifeguard when I was 14 years old. I have been involved in the club for 24 years. For the last 10 years my main focus has also been chief instructor,” says Jessica. “My partner Ricky and I own Mangawhai Natives nursery, and we have two children. I could not do my community work without Ricky’s commitment and support. “I spend a lot of time training, patrolling the beach and assisting in emergency call-outs at all hours of the day and night.” Jessica manages the annual Surf Lifeguard Award Programme for new life guards. “The course is for three months. People can join from 14 years old and adults often join with their children. Training includes strict swimming criteria in the pool, and ocean, CPR, first aid and general surf lifesaving knowledge. I oversee all training at the club, including the first aid and Inflatable Rescue Boat programmes. “I have trained hundreds of lifeguards now. To become qualified, they attend weekly training sessions from November through to February and also have bookwork and swim training outside of the lessons.”
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Guards have to be proficient at swimming 400 metres in under nine minutes in a pool. “They learn to rescue someone in the water with a tube and fins on and with no equipment. It is amazing to see the huge smiles on the faces of new lifeguards at the end of their successfully completed exam. “Our club has a positive culture. We instil the responsibility and ethos of the role with good communication skills and being organised. This is important because when you receive the red and yellow uniform, there is nothing to distinguish you from any other lifeguard. “I see it as a holistic award and often see huge confidence shifts in teenagers as they gain self-worth and mature during training. I have a Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine. I know the geography and systems of the area and have a good relationship with the other emergency services. “Our Emergency Call Out Squad is a group of very highly experienced, skilful lifeguards. We get called after hours and out of season to assist patrols for major first aid or a rescue. We see a lot of different situations. “I recommend people always be aware of the weather and surf conditions
I have trained hundreds of lifeguards now
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Jessica Costello has been heavily involved with surf lifesaving since she was a teenager and is passionate about giving squad members the best training they can get
and know your limits. If something goes wrong, don’t panic. If you or someone in the water is in trouble, put your hand high up in the air so people can see you need help. “We are more than lifeguards on the beach. We watch kayakers, jet skiers and boats crossing the bar, as well as coastal walkers and people fishing off the rocks. We encourage people to ask us if they
are unsure of anything. No question is a silly question. We educate people where we can to prevent disaster as we often see danger before people realise they are in danger. That is why swimming between the flags and listening to the lifeguards is so important. “I love what I do with surf lifesaving. Everyone helps each other out while we work to keep the community safe.” ¢
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A new wedding landscape u by Ann van Engelen
After a very unique 20/21 wedding season, Greg Campbell Photography owners Greg and Cat say they are using their downtime to reflect on what was a crazy year, which was challenging for everyone. “We are so grateful to have been able to work alongside dozens of couples negotiating the uncertainty around event restrictions, border closures and lockdowns,” says Greg. “Some couples were forced to change their date multiple times before they could finally tie the knot, so it was even more special when we were finally able to capture their dream day. “We have noticed that the effects of Covid have altered the habits of couples when it comes time to plan their wedding, and the outlook is exciting. The biggest change that we have experienced in this post-Covid world is the number of couples opting for elopements or very small weddings, often at quite short notice. “While this is a departure from the more traditional wedding, couples don’t need to compromise on style, personal touches, nor enjoyment of their day. In fact, having more flexibility with timing and fewer guests often means couples can marry in more exclusive
and picturesque wedding locations that would otherwise not be possible. “It also means they get to focus on the aspects of the day that mean the most to them. An extra bonus is the amazing opportunities for photography. This summer, we have been lucky enough to capture a number of beautiful elopements and intimate weddings.” Greg and Cat combined their knowledge of the stunning Northland geography with their strong relationships with talented local vendors to help couples organise every aspect of their wedding day. “We were able to help our clients to find not just an epic location and perfect lighting, but also make-up artists, florists and caterers,” says Greg. “Just because a wedding is intimate, it doesn’t mean friends and family have to completely miss out on being part of the magic. “Many couples are now opting to have their day videoed as a way to further capture the occasion. Whether it is a
Greg and Cat Campbell have many years of wedding photography experience and are enjoying helping clients plan their special day while taking event restrictions into account
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What’s in a wedding? u by Andy Bryenton
There are few occasions in modern life more intertwined with fun and quirky superstitions than a wedding day. Where did the traditions that define a perfect ‘walk down the aisle’ come from, and why do we cling to them in our secular, non-spiritual world? Some wedding traditions came from practicality. Bridesmaids were once asked to wear similar dresses to the bride, not just for show, but to confuse evil spirits who might try to curse the marriage and to show off their appeal as a bride to single men at the wedding. The best man was so-called because he was honour-bound to marry the bride if the groom ran away, and was ‘best’ because he was the champion of the engaged couple. People who wanted to stop the wedding could challenge him to a duel in medieval times. The groomsmen were a literal guard who protected the wedding presents and the bride’s valuable dowry money in transit between villages when bandits haunted the highways. The wedding cake was all about ‘guest right’, a sacred promise not to harm any visitors sealed by breaking bread and scattering salt or flour. The bride and groom cut the cake, as the only ones allowed a knife in the feasting hall; other guests had to leave their weapons at the door. Once bread was broken among guests, they were not allowed to fight each other for a day and a night, or risk the ire of the gods, both Norse and Celtic. We now enjoy an ornate cake
and throw rice. Still, the tradition goes all the way back to when weddings often cemented truces between feuding families and kingdoms. The white wedding dress comes from Queen Victoria in the mid-1800s. Prior to this, brides wore their national colours or costume. English brides often wore red to represent the cross of Saint George,
for example. The white lace and silk dress worn by the Queen was all about style and expense. Pure white materials and lace made by the new industrial mills were the equivalents of a gold iPhone in the 1800s. From the same era comes the ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,’
rhyme, which brings good luck by tying together past, present, friends and family. The last line is often left out in modern times; ‘put a sixpence in your shoe’ was taken literally, and was to ensure financial luck. With every wedding so significant a milestone, it’s no wonder we stick to traditions that are said to bring good fortune. ¢
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Ora Simhony believes the nutrients and goodness of various exotic mushroom varieties are still a secret to many people
The magic of mushrooms u by Ann van Engelen
Specialising in growing exotic mushrooms at Ora’s Farm in Mangawhai is something Itay and Ora Simhony never realised they would do when they lived in Israel. Ora’s Farm brings consumers natural, exotic and nutrient-dense mushrooms and mushroom products. Itay and Ora aim to demonstrate to the public the health and nutritional benefits of eating mushrooms. “We were born in Israel and moved to Holland when Itay worked in the superyacht and boating industry before the crisis in 2002,” says Ora. “We had our four children there and then came to Mangawhai as he worked in China, and I got a teaching position here 20 years ago. For years we had a dream of building a farm and one day decided it was time to do it together. Our children used to say that our generation destroyed the world, so we thought we would do something to fix it ,and here we are, growing exotic mushrooms in Mangawhai.” The couple grow oyster, pink oyster, shiitake, lion’s mane, which is known as coral tooth in New Zealand, enoki and pioppino.
“Mushrooms are a very big challenge to grow successfully, and that is what we find exciting. They each have their own culture and conditions they like to grow in. Research shows that they have valuable medicinal or nutrient properties, and they are now one of the
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top subjects of the pharmaceutical and natural healing world. It is said, lion’s mane can help prevent dementia and memory loss. “Mushrooms have both culinary and medical uses in Asian countries like China, India, Japan and Korea. Holland is an empire of mushrooms alongside China. The Dutch have developed
amazing systems for cultivation. Lion’s mane is a bit sweet and rich in colour and taste. They are different from shiitake and oyster. I call the pink oyster a crazy girl, while the shiitake is very earthy and stronger in taste. “To us, growing mushrooms is a win, win, win for the community, the people and the environment. Educating people about mushrooms, really is something that has to be done. “Our mushrooms are grown according to New Zealand standards. The shiitake is MPI licensed, while the oyster, pink oyster and lion’s mane are New Zealand strains. These varieties began being grown by people who love growing mushrooms. “The demand for exotic types is expanding, and they are becoming sought after at markets and restaurants. I am at the Mangawhai Farmers’ Market held at the school every Saturday, and we are thankful for the support we have had from the community. We would not
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Pink oyster, lion’s mane, oyster, enoki, shiitake and pioppino mushrooms — all have their unique preferred growing conditions
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have been able to continue through Covid without our faithful customers. “People now think about taking care of nature and what health benefits their food has. They want to know where their food comes from and how it is grown before it gets to their table. “Every mushroom has different tastes and nutritional properties. The oyster and pink oyster can be used just like button mushrooms. “Shiitake is mostly used in gourmet cooking, and 150 grams of mushrooms per week is said to boost your immune system. “Enoki is very popular in Japanese cuisine. It looks like a bunch of flowers. The New Zealand strain has a golden colour in it, but they come white from growing them in the darkness. Pioppino is the Italian name. In New Zealand, they are known as tawaka, and are popular with Māori people. “We grow small batches, and every one of them has its own food source.
Some like hardwood, some like straw, some like humidity, while others need a certain temperature. It is very challenging, and that is what we love about them.” Ora’s Farm mushrooms supply many local and Auckland restaurants. “Exotic mushrooms need to be cooked to eat to break the self-protective barrier they have. We cook them in garlic, butter, salt and pepper. Once cooked, you can do whatever you like with them, like adding wine and cream or mixing them in the salads. The options are endless. “Some people use shiitake as a meat replacement as they are full of protein, vitamins and fibre. “Our son is a vegan, and there is nothing easier than preparing mushrooms for him. “I believe people should always cook mushrooms and do their own research regarding possible allergies and so they know what they are dealing with. It is safer to buy mushrooms from a retailer.
If you pick them in a field, make sure you know which ones you are picking. “The part we eat is called the fruit while the mushroom grows underneath the earth. We first inoculate a substrate with the mushroom strain and incubate them for several weeks in the dark. The fruit begins after a shock. Some like fire to begin, and some need rain and nice weather. “By opening the mushroom bags and giving them light, humidity and oxygen after they have been in darkness, the fruiting process begins, which will repeat itself three or four times. “It takes 48 hours to see the pinning, which is the very baby head. The entire mushroom will be ripe for picking in around a week, depending on the weather. It is amazing to see how fast they grow on timelapse videos. “We love discussing our products to help educate people. Every mushroom has a different fragrance. What I love about them is seeing them develop
” before your eyes. I believe one day we may use mushrooms to clean the river banks, vineyards, olive groves and agricultural waste. I love educating children about the amazing things about mushrooms at the markets. I believe we need more research to prove just how helpful they are to humans. “For me, it is really important that people know about the dietary benefits of mushrooms. “Looking at the Asian market, they use mushrooms in all their cooking and for medicinal purposes, and that is something we need to understand. “Living here is very different to Israel. Israel has long, hot summers, and the landscape is also beautiful. Here it is quiet and green. We have the beaches and a lot of birds. It is two very different worlds. “In New Zealand, we are able to do what we want and what we believe. That is a privilege you don’t have in many places in the world.” ¢
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Zesty lemon tart u by Jessica Keesing
This tart is for lemon lovers, as there’s a fair bit of lemon going into it. I thought I better get onto a lemon recipe since they’re in season right now, and well, frankly, what else do you do with lemons? It takes a little bit of work as well, but the ‘mmms’ you get afterwards are well worth it. This also originally called for some pretty meringue to pipe on top of it, but that’s not what I wanted to do. However, with the egg whites you have leftover, add one-third cup sugar and mix until you have peaks, pipe onto the tart and torch until golden. INGREDIENTS – CRUST 1½ cups flour ½ cup icing sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 113g cold cubed butter 4 egg yolks
FILLING ¾ cup sugar 1 tbsp grated lemon zest ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon 4 large eggs ½ cup cream
METHOD In a food processor, pulse together the flour, icing sugar and vanilla extract until combined. Add butter and pulse until it resembles a coarse meal. Add egg yolks one at a time until just combined and the dough comes together. With your hands, bring the dough together to form a ball and cover in glad wrap for at least 30 minutes. Line a 25mm tart pan with a baking paper circle. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough until 3mm thick. Fit the dough to the tart tin using your hands and cut the excess dough off. Return to the fridge for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 190°C. Line the pastry with baking paper and cover with pie weights. Place tart onto a baking tray and blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove pie weights and reduce heat to 170°C and bake for another 8 minutes. FILLING Beat together, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs and cream until sugar has dissolved. Pour into a tart shell. Bake for 15 minutes then rotate and bake for 8–10 minutes. The filling should still have a jiggle to it. Allow to cool for an hour before cutting. If the crust has begun to brown too quickly, make a tin foil cuff to cover the crust. Be careful not to cover the filling though.
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Inspired by country music
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u by Ann van Engelen
Wellsford Country Music Club member Len Bird began his interest in singing as he drove his courier vehicle. “I moved to Mangawhai with my wife Lois 24 years ago,” says Len. “I did courier work and delivered the urban post when we first arrived here. I only sang in my truck or at home. One day I was at a function in Mangawhai with the harbour restoration group, and someone asked me to sing. “The Wellsford Country Music Club band was the entertainment that night. “A lady in the band heard me and invited me along. Lois and I have since been through all the management roles of the club, including treasurer, secretary and dishwasher. I am currently the club patron.”
“I still sing old songs people nowadays have never heard of. We love the fact that at the club, you can perform onstage, be encouraged and see people enjoying themselves. “Singing country music is very relaxing. It is surprising the lift you get when you see people liking your performance. It gives you a real boost, and it makes you sing a whole lot better. I have been a guest artist for other clubs and events and also go to rest homes and do shows to give the residents some good old-fashioned entertainment. “All age groups come along to the club. I am nearly 82 years old and
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Len is also a driver for Linking Hands, taking people to hospital and appointments. “We are New Zealand Motor Caravan Association members, and I am on the committee of the Northland branch. I am also a caravan selfcontainment certifier.” Len remembers singing to his country music records as a teenager and still enjoys the old tunes.
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Len Bird has enjoyed country music since he was a teenager and is now the patron of the Wellsford Country Music Club
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Pip is often commissioned to paint portraits of family members individually for clients, such as this picture of Tobie
Pip Murray-Aynsley won the people’s choice award at the Mangawhai Art Society exhibit last year with this portrait of her granddaughter Milla
Reality through oil paint u by Ann van Engelen
Self-taught artist Pip Murray-Aynsley has become well known across the country for her black and white oil paint portraits of people and animals. Pip was born in the small rural settlement of Eketāhuna and has lived in several regions before settling in Mangawhai four years ago and becoming a member of the Mangawhai Artists Society. “I have always been interested in art ever since I was young. It runs in the family with my two sisters and mum painting as well as my paternal grandmother,” says Pip. “I used to paint flowers but eventually wanted to focus on something else and found a photo of my grandson, which was absolutely gorgeous. I decided to paint it, and that began my interest in portraits. “I began using acrylic, and after half a dozen, I moved to black and white alkyd
oil paints. They are lovely to work with and have good blending ability. They dry fast like an acrylic within 24 hours compared to the traditional oil paints. Traditional oil paintings may not be completely dry for weeks or months. “What I like about portrait work is I don’t have to think about my next painting as the next photo of the person or animal I am painting is in front of me already. I get to know the person that I am painting through the detail of the photo.” Pip says although she may have several photos of a person, each photo looks different, so she has to bring the character to life. “I talk to them as I paint and will even say good night as if they are there
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laughing or showing emotion. They make great paintings. If two people are interacting with each other, it makes it characterised to paint. “No matter if the person or animal is alive or not, the artwork becomes a very emotional thing because they are loved by the person commissioning the piece. That makes it more meaningful when it is time to pass the painting on to someone in the future. “I also think it is good to have individual portraits of children so they can have their own as they grow older. Art to me is life. “I lose track of time when I am painting as it is all-encompassing, and I like to reproduce a moment in time that is special to the receiver.” ¢
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