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Wairarapa Lifestyle Magazine AUTUMN-WINTER 2015 Issue # 37 CONTENTS

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ith the prospect of winter looming I have

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Snippets

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Autumn-Winter events

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Thriving in Martinborough

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Featherston Book Town

indulge in whatever takes my fancy. The spring

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Bejing to Carterton with camera

issue will still be out in September, the summer

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Bringing the Nation to Gladstone

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Wellington Free Ambulance

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Alan Galbraith

March is a great time of year, with several events taking place -

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NZ Bush Falcons

Balloons over Wairarapa, Harvest Festival, Golden Shears, Martinborough

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WBS - supporting the community

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Rival Wealth financial tips

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Johanna Hehir Designer

caterers, photographers, hair and beauty specialists. Wairarapa is an

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Wairarapa Wedding Guide 2015

unforgettable place for a wedding. Not only does it have wonderful

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Autumn Dining Guide

natural elements to use as a backdrop, like mountain views, endless

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Wines from Martinborough

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Olive Oil Directory

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North Wairarapa Wines

Thanks to the advertisers and readers who have supported the

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Laurie’s Garden Yarn

magazine and I hope you enjoy this issue, see you in September, Raewyn.

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Events

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Map

decided to combine the autumn and winter

issues, giving myself time to take a much needed break over this season. After almost ten years of publishing it’s time to relax, to explore and

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issue in December with publication dates for 2016 to be advised once the production schedule is confirmed.

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Fair, Chocol’art Festival, Round the Vines Fun Run and lots more, something for everyone.

The Wairarapa Wedding Guide showcases the region’s best venues,

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skies and vines, but also an array of venue and accommodation options.

From country churches, gracious gardens and stately homes to rustic

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barns, vineyards and smart hotels, there are choices galore.

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Published by Wairarapa Lifestyle Magazine Limited www.wairarapalifestyle.co.nz Writers: Katie Farman, Julia Mahony, Susan McLeary, Simon Burt, Kay Graham, Anne Taylor.

Photographers: Katie Farman, Julia Mahony, Susan McLeary, Simon Burt, Esther Bunning, Qing Fan, Anne Taylor.

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Cover Photography: Qing Fan of Qingster Photography Model: Aislinn Norman Hair & Makeup: Jo Bentley Dress: Astra Bridal Venue: Wharekauhau Lodge

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Riding the cycle growth wave

TRAIL BLAZING IN THE WAIRARAPA

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ugely popular global travel publishers Lonely Planet has named the Rimutaka Cycle Trail as one of the world’s hottest new travel experiences for 2015.

The 115km trail, begins in Petone in Wellington and runs north alongside the Hutt River, across the Rimutaka Ranges and turns south weaving through Wairarapa’s pretty countryside before meeting the dramatic Pacific coastline. It is a ‘Great Ride’ on Nga Haerenga, the NZ Cycle Trail; with the Wairarapa sections taking in both rural and coastal landscapes.

The trail can be experienced with 1-3 days of riding depending on ability and easily tied in with other Wairarapa activities you might choose to experience such as visiting the wine village of Martinborough or shopping in Greytown.

For more information on the Rimutaka Cycle Trail and other cycling related activities in the region visit www.wairarapanz.com.

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tuart Edwards laughs at being described as Wairarapa’s Cycle King. Starting Green Jersey Cycle Tours in 2011, he has ridden the rising cycle tourism wave perfectly.

He believes Wairarapa will be the New Zealand Cycle Trail’s biggest link.

“The Rimutaka Cycle Trail is one of very few loop tracks, on Wellington’s doorstep, linking to the Martinborough Wine Village.

The route is beautiful, varied and not too challenging for most riders,” he explains.

“Lonely Planet has just called it ‘one of the world’s hottest travel experiences for 2015’.

“Originally I thought we’d just do nice rides in the countryside, but quickly realised we could do more.”

From their commercial kitchen in Featherston, his wife Lucia caters “fresh and fabulous” food for their Picnic and Pedal and longer tours. Stuart is in charge of the barbecue for guided 2-3 day tours.

Stuart and new business partner Joe Howells have steered a growth path. “Joe and I met through the Trails Wairarapa Trust. Joe negotiated to buy March Hare Cycling (first local bike tour company) before approaching me to combine the businesses.

“We saw opportunities, and recognised it’s all about quality bikes and great service. For example, we pick up any wine or olive oil our customers have bought during the day, free.

“We invested in high quality new bikes. Customers can choose their level of energy: from sit back in the rickshaw for a guided tour, to full-on mountain biking on the south coast. Longer “away trips” are offered to other cycle trails.

The big barn on Martinborough’s outskirts is bursting with bikes.

Stuart and Joe are bursting with ideas, and happily acknowledge support from Destination Wairarapa and Positively Wellington Tourism.

“Imagine a couple coming in from Australia, picking up bikes and cycling away from the airport around Scorching Bay and on to the Rimutaka Trail the next day. We make it simple for them to experience a very special place,” he smiles. See Advert page 25.

HONG KONG SONG HONG KONG SONG, an exhibition of photographs of Hong Kong by Madeleine Slavick, opens February 13 until May 10 at the Aratoi Museum of Art and History​in Masterton.

Madeleine has exhibited her photography internationally (Austria, Canada, Egypt, France, Hong Kong, Italy, France, Japan, Singapore and USA) and has authored several books of photography, poetry and non-fiction: Fifty Stories Fifty Images from which ‘Hong Kong Song’ is based, Something Beautiful Might Happen (Tokyo, 2010), delicate access (Hong Kong, 2004), and Round – Poems and Photographs of Asia (Hong Kong, 1997). The 2015 R.A.K. Mason Writer’s Fellow at New Zealand Pacific Studio, she has lived in North America for 25 years, in Hong Kong for another 25 years and now lives in the Wairarapa.

Welcoming wine and music at Micro

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ate afternoon sun warms guests sipping fine local wines and listening to classic bluesy jazz, while enjoying small plates of tasty winefriendly food.

This relaxed scene is Martinborough’s stylish Micro Bar, and one of the guests chose the music.

Few bars invite guests to choose from a collection of 200 LPs and play them on a classic turntable.

For Micro Bar’s new owners, Greg Woodhams and Jackie Perrins, this is hospitality at its best, with a very personal touch. Describing Micro as “small but perfectly formed”, they recount tales of delighted guests revelling in the musical selections.

Greg’s much-loved Dual 505 turntable, powered by a 1970s Sansui amp and four sets of speakers, is the first expression as they “add their own flavour”. Taking over in October 2014 and acknowledging Micro founders David and Wendy “ran a great business”, they say big changes are unnecessary.

The small plates menu is evolving gradually.

In many ways Micro couldn’t be more different from the grandeur of Wharekauhau Lodge where for the last seven years Greg was sommelier and Jackie food and beverage manager.

“Making people welcome, helping them relax over a great wine or beer and a plate of something delicious, in a warm inviting environment ... that’s identical, simply on a different scale. Looking after guests is what hospitality people do,” they say.

“We’ll run people home at the end of the night, if needed. Visitors are surprised there’s no taxi service.

“Obviously we specialise in Martinborough wines, but can’t stock everything. We mix the list up. ”

Magic from a Microwave

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Glass melts at 850-900 degrees,” Deb Wardle explains as she carefully slides my first-ever glass art attempt into the microwave. Yes, microwave. Susan McLeary discovers her artistic streak.

Six excited newbies to the craft are sharing Deb’s new glass art workshop, Studio 57 in Martinborough.

We’ve donned safety glasses, treated the glass-cutter with respect and played with our chosen pieces of glass to create personal treasures under Deb’s guidance. She has introduced us to translucent, opaque and dichroic glass, their different effects when melted and shared inspirational examples.

Deb demonstrates how the grunty microwave (“on special from Briscoes”) will fuse glass layers together inside the individual fire brick microwave kilns. They look like pumice.

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that the kilns must be circular because “the electrons need to bounce around freely.

“A square kiln wouldn’t work; the electrons would get trapped in the corners,” he says. We nod, impressed.

Creativity unleashed, we mix colours, layers and shapes to see what happens.

Inspired by a simple curve of white glass, I pair it with cobalt blue to create a pendant.

For fun, there’s a tiny beauty spot of paualike glass.

The worktable hums as engrossed participants share ideas, check out each other’s progress, ask Deb questions and struggle with tweezers to place small chips of glass exactly so.

Then there is the excitement of unveiling a glowingly orange molten piece of our own glass art and waiting for it to cool and reveal the colours. With earrings, rings, pendants and glass bricks on show, we all admire each other’s results and bask in shared artistic

achievement. This was a fun couple of hours.

Fascinated by glass since her 20s, Deb Wardle has a Diploma in Art and Creativity.

She now offers glass art workshops in her purpose-built studio in Martinborough, for groups of 6-8. See Studio57 GlassArt and Gallery on Facebook.

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Live Local - Buy Local - Go Carterton

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arterton District Businesses Inc. (CDBI) are proud to announce the launch of cartertonnz.com an initiative jointly undertaken by the CDBI and Dan Broughton of Wairarapa Web Design Ltd. Dan is an integral part of the CDBI committee being, effectively, the entire IT department and when he offered to rebuild the web site

they leapt at the opportunity. The new site is fresh, appealing and easy to use and addresses a number of key areas the CDBI had identified as being important to the Carterton business and extended neighbourhood community.

Following consultation during the early phase of Carterton Place Making with David Engwicht it was found Carterton was missing a central point of promotion and a link between business and the community, the Information Centre, Events Centre, Council and Destination Wairarapa. Using the new web site you will find a comprehensive business listing highlighting CDBI members, current news stories, a delightfully accessible history of Carterton along with an accommodation listing and details of local attractions such as Stonehenge Aotearoa and Gladstone Vineyard.

The interactive events calendar will cover major annual occasions through to tiny happenings with the ability for folk to list their own events subject only to a final

Wairarapa Singers’ 20th Anniversary 2015 is the Wairarapa Singers’ 20th Anniversary and to celebrate their success and increasing popularity with their audience and members, they have planned an exciting musical year. Their first concert on May 16th will be a celebration of Mozart’s works and feature his Requiem Mass followed by a full orchestra, gathering professional musicians and vocal soloists from Wairarapa, Wellington and Palmerston North. This is an ambitious concert which will have extensive appeal to both young and old, and delight all Mozart lovers everywhere. It will be held at Rathkeale College auditorium in Willowpark Drive Masterton at 2pm, followed by refreshments. Tickets are $25 each available from the door or from choir members The choir’s second concert will be the popular Evening at the Proms planned for September and is combining with Upper Hutt Singers and local secondary schools.

The Wairarapa Singers Choir is currently directed by Angela Cook and meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 6.45pm until 9.15pm. It has over 55 members ranging from 12 years old to 80 plus years. Members meet for rehearsals at the Rosewood Chapel in Queen Street Masterton and are happy to welcome new singers of all ages and abilities.

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approval from the web administrator.

Carterton now has its very own Farmer’s Market, set in and around the historic and beautiful Memorial Square. It will be a regular weekly Sunday morning event, rain or shine, from 9 - 1pm. The first market started on the 22nd of February with quite a bang! There were lots of stallholders booked, many shoppers interested and even a team of Clydesdales set to give punters a ride in their carriage.

There’s a range of vendors, from olive oil to crepes, plants to upcycled furniture, vegetables to amazing handmade macaroons. And of course some great coffee to drink while you come explore.

There will be a mixture of regular and occasional stallholders, which will mean the shopper will have a reliable place to shop plus the added interest of new stalls each time. The plan is to have around a 75% food to non food ratio so check out the website at www.cartertonmarket.co.nz or ‘Like’ us on Facebook for lots of updates.

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Love Pukaha

here’s a whole lot of love happening at Pukaha Mount Bruce. Kiwi eggs are hatching in the nursery with one special chick nicknamed Valentine arriving on Saturday 14 February! It has been a bumper year for the breeding pair of whio (blue duck) who have had 16 ducklings hatch and the three pairs of red-crowned kakariki pairs have had 21 chicks between them. The North Island kaka pair have had four chicks and there are lots of rifleman families active around the visitor centre too. North Island kokako are living and breeding in the Pukaha forest as well as good sized populations of North Island kaka and North Island brown kiwi.

To support the pest management work at Pukaha which keeps the forest safe for the native birds, Pukaha Mount Bruce will hold a fundraising dinner and auction, Love Pukaha, on Friday 24 April 2015 at the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park. Tickets are $95 each and include drinks, dinner and entertainment.

Tickets are available from Pukaha Mount Bruce 06 3758004 or Helen Tickner on 027 770 0020.

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autumn - WINTER events There’s plenty happening over the next few months in the Wairarapa so don’t forget to mark your calendar and participate in these fun-filled events. For more details go to www.wairarapanz.com

The Vintage Aviator Flying Weekends March-April Some of the world’s rarest aircraft will take to the Wairarapa skies this autumn following the launch of The Vintage Aviator flying weekends. The Vintage Aviator Collection, based at Hood Aerodrome in Masterton, is the largest collection of flying WWI aircraft in the world. Most are powered by original WWI aero engines and the reproduction aircraft and engines are made by specialist engineers and high skilled crafts people in the Wellington based workshop.

The main hangar is also open for tours during non-flying, as it is every weekend (10am – 4pm) until April 2015. Dates available at www.thevintageaviator.co.nz

golden Shears 5–7 March Each year Masterton takes centre stage when it hosts the Golden Shears, the world’s premier sheep shearing and wool handling championship. For three days of high level competition, the Golden Shears attracts both national and international competitors. It’s an exciting event, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the last bit of fleece is swept away. www.goldenshears.co.nz

The Martinborough Fair 7 March Handmade textiles and up-cycled vintage products are part of an eclectic mix of crafts and goods for sale at the Rotary Martinborough Fair. There will be hundreds of stalls radiating out from Martinborough’s famous town square selling everything from clothing; fresh local produce and gourmet foods to art, vintage wares and handmade crafts. www.martinboroughfair.org.nz

Castlepoint Beach Horse Races 7 March The Castlepoint Beach Horse races are a unique family picnic race day with equalisator betting ($2 tickets) over eight horse races plus lots of entertainment Car $20. GA $5. 8.30am – 4pm. www.wairarapanz.com

The Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival 7 March Town meets country at this wonderful relaxed wine and food festival held in the wine growing region of Gladstone. The Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival has a reputation as a high quality, annual event showcasing sensational wines and food from throughout the Wairarapa region. The festival is held at the beautiful, sheltered riverside setting locally known as ‘The Cliffs’ on the banks of the Ruamahunga River. Festival goers can relax in the one location listening to live music while vineyards are paired with regional restaurants producing outstanding food. www.wairarapawines.co.nz www.wairarapalifestyle.co.nz

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Drag Racing heaven 7-8 March

Mangatainoka Golf Open 14 March

The smell of burning rubber will greet thousands of visitors to the Masterton Motorplex Drag Racing Strip this autumn with a full calendar. From March 7-8th is the Super Sedan Champs & Full Comp Meeting while the big one, the New Zealand nationals will be held April 11-12th. Visitors can watch the exciting action unfold from the stands that line the 20 metres wide, and 900 metres long purpose built drag strip near Hood Aerodrome on the outskirts of town. www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz

Enjoy twelve scenic holes of golf in and around Mangatainoka before making your way to the 13th hole at Tui Brewery. Lunch and beer tastings par for the course. www.tui.co.nz

Wairarapa Balloon Festival 12–15 March

Round the Vines fun run and walk 15 March Take a picturesque walk or run around Martinborough’s pretty vineyards this autumn and help raise money for Martinborough School. 10km or 21km run and walk options available. www.roundthevines.org.nz

A giant 27m pirate’s parrot is the feature hot air balloon at the Wairarapa Balloon Festival. Peg Leg Pete is a special shaped balloon and will be seen in the skies across the region along with 20 other hot air balloons. This year’s festival sees the return of popular events including Night Burner Parades in Greytown and Carterton; special breakfast mornings with the pilots; the Henley Lake Challenge, visits to local primary schools and the family focused Trust House Night Glow on Saturday night, where tethered balloons glow like light bulbs and brighten the night sky in a dazzling show choreographed to music. www.nzballoons.co.nz.

Bring the Keg Back to the Brewery 29 March

Fun team running/walking event involving a missing keg, a river crossing and lots of rural scenery. A fundraiser for the local community with competitors ending up at Tui Brewery. www.tui.co.nz

The Wharekauhau Wine & Food Society Market 5 April Meet our local food producers and taste their amazing treats at this market held monthly at Te Kairanga Vineyard in Martinborough.

Olive oils, fresh breads and speciality baked treats, artisan cheese and gourmet meat products all available in a pretty vineyard setting.

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The Oversew Fashion Awards 23 May Chocol’Art Festival Wairarapa 22-28 March New to the events calendar this March is Chocol’Art Festival Wairarapa, a celebration of premium chocolate in a luxurious fusion of food, wine, fashion and art. The festival, held in Carterton, features a diverse program including the WBS Aphrodisiac Dreams Degustation Dinner, a Chocol’Art Cuisine Challenge and Fashion Show illustrating garments made from chocolate. YUM! There will also be chocolate workshops, high teas and an Easter Trail. Details on www.chocolart.org.nz 8 - Wairarapa Lifestyle Magazine AUTUMN/WINTER 2015 Issue #37

Upcycling fashion takes centre stage at the Carterton Events Centre. The aim of the awards is to promote ‘upcycled’ fashion by recognising talented, aspiring designers who recreate, revamp and redesign pre-loved clothing into sustainable fashion garments. www.oversewfashion.com

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Thriving in Martinborough

A Martinborough retail pioneer, Thrive has been clothing stylish women for nearly 20 years now, asking the question ‘Why just survive when you can thrive?’ Susan McLeary finds out how.

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ounders Josie and Sophie Bidwill are forward-thinkers. Their Thrive philosophy is strong and proud: predominantly New Zealand made products, with ethical manufacturing, product source and sustainable business practices.

Their fabrics are mostly organic cotton, merino, natural fibres as well as other fabrics that “feel good on the body and are easier on the environment”.

They also embrace change. Earthquake strengthening created the chance to re-configure the store, in the heart of Martinborough village. Opening up the centre of the building created a lovely square gallery, improved the retail space flow and added a heat-lifting grassy green feature wall.

Centre stage is a striking contemporary glass chandelier, from local glass artists Crystal Chain Gang. Supporting local artists is important to them.

As part of these changes, they switched focus away from the store and more to their iconic Thunderpants, clothing design and production business. Working with favourite causes, a recent project is Philanthropants, where a significant part of the profit from special Thunderpants prints is donated.

A new team now oversees Thrive. After three years as the main face of the store, Di Marment remains in place. Her clothing advice is valued by long-standing customers, and she’s responsible for the eye-catching window displays and overall look of Thrive.

Lucy McWhirter is the new shop manager and Martine Bijker joins Di in the shop and coordinates the new gallery space.

Both Lucy and Martine come from film and theatre backgrounds, and yes that does include The Hobbit. Martine was art department props co-ordinator, first in the workshop ensuring everything was

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made, and near the end on set, getting those props to the right place at the right time.

Lucy’s arts degree and background led her into marketing and publicity, with Capital E in Wellington. A two-year Wairarapa resident, she loves living and working in the same place “for a creative and ethical company”. She is working on upgrading the Thrive website, marketing and buying.

“We source as many of our additional labels as possible from New Zealand, and also make a point of offering interesting and slightly quirky brands like Otto & Spike knitwear, and Hikkepik children’s wear (made in Greytown).” ucy and Di say Thrive customers are stylish, individual and they enjoy wearing timeless pieces that also have a sense of fun. They love being able to accessorise at the same time, with shoes, bags and jewellery on the spot.

“The Backspace Gallery is to be a community space, and is available for artists and organisations to book. To be as flexible as possible, we plan to have a three-week exhibition per month with one week for more ad-hoc shows and one-off events.

“We want people to be involved and not intimidated. Please come and ask us about the space, or just pop in to see what”s happening as you pass Thrive” encouraged Martine.

A recent exhibition by Renze Bijker included 40 striking gestural studies in charcoal and ink wash, of the same willow tree.

“Linking to that theme, Renze brought in a small kowhai tree in a pot, and we invited visitors and their children to create their own drawing of the tree. We got nearly 80 drawings, displaying them on the wall, and invited bids in a silent auction. The kids loved getting the proceeds, with our commission donated to Project Crimson to sponsor a tree.”

Opening March 5, Featherston-based painter Megan Campbell will exhibit her first Wairarapa solo show in 10 years. Her deceptively naive paintings are full of detail and have gained her national recognition, including being a Wallace Awards finalist on several occasions.

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SPREADING THE GOOD WORD This coming spring the small Wairarapa township of Featherston will be a celebration of everything to do with books, writing and reading discovers Katie Farman.

Pete Monk, Kate Mead, Lincoln Gould, Mary and Peter Biggs

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eatherston is a treasure chest of literary wonder just waiting to be opened says Kate Mead.

As director of operations for Book Town Featherston, the inaugural two-day literary festival being held in the southern Wairarapa township this October 17–18, Kate hints at exciting times ahead.

“Literary lovers are in for a treat this spring with Book Town Featherston. It will be a weekend of book madness,” she says.

Featherston resident Kate, a production manager and presenter on Radio New Zealand Concert, is part of a team of motivated organisers bringing the global concept of Book Town to the region.

She will be joined by other local residents including chair Lincoln Gould, CEO of Booksellers NZ; Peter Biggs, chair of the Wellington Regional Economic Development Agency and former chief executive of Clemenger BBDO/Melbourne; his wife Mary Biggs, owner of the successful business Lavender’s Green and photographer Pete Monk.

“A Book Town is a small rural town or village in which secondhand and antiquarian bookshops are concentrated,” she explains.

“Most Book Towns have developed in villages of historic interest or of scenic beauty, with the most well-known being Hay-on-Wye in the beautiful Welsh Borders which each May brings together writers, poets, comedians and novelists from around the world to debate and share stories and inspire visitors. Former US President Bill Clinton famously declared Hay’s Festival as “the Woodstock of the mind”.

We hope in time, that Featherston’s Book Town can do the same.”

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Up until recently, the only other town in the Southern Hemisphere that lays claim to being a Book Town was Clunes in Australia, a 90-minute drive from Melbourne. Last year, Kate along with Peter and Mary visited the pretty colonial town as part of a reconnaissance.

“We came away feeling so inspired after visiting Clunes. We spoke to those involved, we picked their brains for advice and information and gleaned heaps of data. They were just as excited as us and are keen to attend our first event this October.”

When Wairarapa Lifestyle magazine went to print, the full programme for Featherston Book Town had yet to be released.

However it will feature workshops, a book fair including stalls with rare and second hand books as well as talks by leading authors and illustrators. There will also be events specifically for children. lready there has been a groundswell of movement within the community to get involved. At one of the first community meetings held earlier in the year dozens came to the ANZAC Hall to volunteer their time or show their support.

“We’ve been overwhelmed, but not surprised, by the community support for Book Town. All three Featherston schools are behind us, local writers and illustrators are putting up their hands as well as book sellers,” says Kate. “You could say it’s been a meeting of minds.”

This year’s inaugural Book Town will be part of Kokomai: Creative Festival Wairarapa which will be held throughout the region between October 16– 26, 2015.

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From Beijng to Carterton, with camera When Qing and Stephen married in a Martinborough vineyard, they had no idea that a decade later they would be photographing other people’s Wairarapa weddings.

Kay Graham explains.

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he couple first met in China in 2002, where Stephen was teaching English at a language school and Qing (pronounced Ching) was studying fine arts.

They married a year later in his sister’s small vineyard in Martinborough; it was Qing’s first visit to New Zealand and a world away from her busy Beijing hometown.

“I loved the natural beauty of New Zealand. I took lots of photos of the green countryside, forests and rivers, beautiful beaches and interesting small towns; it was all so different. My friends enjoyed my blog and photos, and maybe that was the start of my new direction,” she wondered.

Originally trained as a doctor, Qing practised medicine in a community hospital in Beijing before concluding that this was not for her.

As Stephen puts it, “she is really too sensitive to be a doctor, and is much better placed as an artist. Feeling faint at the sight of blood may sound amusing to others but really it’s not. So it was better to leave medicine, although disappointing as her father and grandfather were doctors.”

Exploring many creative paths, Qing topped her fashion design class and started her own studio in Beijing. She also sketched and painted, in oils and watercolours.

Using photos to record scenes or prompt a mood she wanted to capture later in paint, Qing realised she was as interested in the photography itself. Consequently, she expanded her artistic and technical capabilities and invested in quality equipment.

The notion of becoming a professional photographer was quietly simmering in her mind.

In 2012, Stephen and Qing moved to New Zealand and live in Carterton. They have set up their own businesses, working from home and establishing themselves in the community.

“After living in highrise apartments in crowded cities like Beijing and Shanghai, we were ready for a more peaceful lifestyle. We felt a connection with the Wairarapa, and the move to Carterton has been good for us. In China we were far removed from the land; while here we can help with my sister’s grape and olive harvests, for example,” Stephen observed.

Photographing Hospice Wairarapa’s 2013 Wine Auction fundraiser was a significant step for the fledgling photographer.

Choosing Qingster Photography for her brand, she reveals this is Stephen’s nickname for her.

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Stephen and Qing

“I like to stay in the background and shoot people relaxed and unawares, using available light. The candlelit marquee gave some very special effects,” she explained.

“This project opened my work to the public, and the feedback strengthened my confidence. Although I had to learn a lot the hard way about technical issues and equipment, I felt my previous arts training in the use of light and composition helped me a great deal.

“A Beijing travel company was keen to promote weddings in New Zealand, and asked me for photographs. This triggered my working with models, hair, make-up and other specialist suppliers like Astra Bridal and Wharekauhau Lodge to produce promotional images.

“Happily, we shot some images at the Martinborough house and vineyard where Stephen and I were married,” she smiled. ther community events followed, including a children’s dance event in Hawkes Bay and the Martinborough Olive festival.

This exposure resulted in developing new relationships and added commercial photography to her portfolio.

The Hospice Wairarapa Country Christmas broadened her experience into still life. Working with Masterton photographers Judy Wagg and Geoff Walker, the team produced gorgeous images of 12 houses, a historical barn and a church, all decorated for Christmas.

Qing summarises “I enjoy the variety of assignments, and will continue with community events. In future I want to focus mostly on informal portraits, especially children and weddings.

“Stephen assists me, and as a good videographer extends my range of services, especially for weddings. We are a good team” she concluded. www.qingster.co.nz

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Bringing The Nation to Gladstone

The Borthwick family has a long and proud history in the Wairarapa with meat, farming and wine. This autumn, current

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guardians of the land will extend the vision of the family name. By Katie Farman Paddy and Sarah Borthwick with business partner Liz Pollock.

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ive generations of Borthwicks have kept guardian over Te Whanga, one of New Zealand’s iconic sheep and beef stations in Gladstone. The property, established in 1936 by PJ Borthwick and used as a training farm for returned servicemen after World War II, is now home to 10,000 sheep and 700 Angus cattle.

In recent years the Borthwick name has also become synonymous with wine thanks to the founder’s great grandson, Paddy Borthwick, who owns the award winning Borthwick Vineyard on Dakins Road. With 85 percent of his wines exported to Asia, Europe, Canada, the USA and Australia, Paddy has come up with a novel way to extend the wine label’s name domestically.

Paddy and his wife Sarah have formed a new business partnership with event manager Liz Pollock, the latter who runs the hugely successful Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival. Their new business is Nation Events Ltd, New Zealand’s only mobile events and function venue.

“We’ve bought this versatile truck called the Nation Mobile Event Centre that is like an adult’s Transformer toy,” says Paddy. “The 16m long semi-trailer has walls that fold out transforming it into a 220sqm covered space that can accommodate up to 250 people and be used for a variety of functions – special occasions, break out rooms for corporates or event management headquarters.”

The sleek, black truck also features air conditioning, a sound and video system, a heat pump, an 8m long American oak bar with eight beer taps and full back bars of display space and two large fridges. You could say it’s a premium bar on wheels.

“Nation is very chameleon like and it fits into whatever environment you put it,” says Liz, the company’s general manager.

“It’s the ideal mobile venue to host clients, provide brand presence at sporting occasions or a great place to have a huge party.”

Originally commissioned for Te Papa for the TREATY 2 U exhibition, the truck toured 35 towns and cities in New Zealand in

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2006. It was then used as a mobile events centre before transforming into a “pop up bar” on the intersection of Bealey Ave and Papanui Rd in Christchurch – the site of the heritage-listed Carlton Hotel which was pulled down following severe damage from the city’s two big earthquakes.

“This truck is remembered with great affection by those in Christchurch as for a while it replaced something dear to Cantabrians’ hearts,” says Liz. Now, the truck will be based at the pretty Borthwick Vineyard and be available for hire either onsite or off-site. Its versatility means it can be used at other regional or national events such as BrewDay, equestrian events or A&P Shows or private functions such as weddings. Michelle Kirkpatrick, business development manager for the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park says NATION will have positive spin-offs for the region, especially around conferencing.

“Today’s conference and incentive clients are seeking unique and quality off-site experiences to enhance and give their events a point of difference,” she says.

The Copthorne has partnered with NATION and Borthwick Estate to create a unique off-site dining and wine experience, which can be tailored to meet clients’ different needs.

“Being able to offer an experience that combines team building activities, beautiful food and wine in a setting unlike any other in New Zealand, and only 15 minutes from the hotel is a fantastic proposition.”

To demonstrate how mobile NATION is, the truck will have its first public outing at the Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival on March 7th.

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Ready, Steady, Save

Top Crew: Cheryl Watson, Sharon Cretney, Helen Pocock and Sue Keene.

In a ride like no other, Julia Mahony spends a shift with two crews at their Wellington Free Ambulance base in Masterton.

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he whirlwind trip down Chapel Street is over in seconds. Small vehicles pull swiftly to the left, long truck and trailer units lumber to wherever they can find space.

The light-and-siren filled journey through a sleepy, late-morning Masterton is perfect except for the man strolling across our path staring at his cell phone. He doesn’t glance up as the Wellington Free Ambulance glides past, driven by emergency medical technician Cheryl Watson.

Cheryl is guided to her destination by shift partner, paramedic Sue Keene. At a Masterton house, two boys have been attacked by wasps. Cheryl and Sue quietly observe the kids while their mother gives details. Despite promises of flashing lights, the frightened boys choose Mum to take them to hospital: Cheryl and Sue carry the sore little bodies to the car.

Back at base – in a house with bedrooms, lounge and a kitchen next to Masterton fire station -- Cheryl and Sue catch up with the other ambulance crew on day shift, intensive care paramedic Sharon Cretney and paramedic Helen Pocock.

The four women agree the Wairarapa arm of the service is unique, with a different pace and nature and a more “stoic” community attitude, especially among the elderly.

“They may be showing signs of a stroke or cardiac problems but don’t call us straight away – people should never hesitate to call,” Cheryl says.

A former IT manager and aged care co-ordinator, she was at Masterton’s VTNZ station waiting for a warrant of fitness five years ago, when a man went into cardiac arrest. Cheryl did CPR and he survived. Soon after, she saw an ad for ambulance volunteers and is now full time. www.wairarapalifestyle.co.nz

“I suppose it was meant to be,” she says. “I still meet with the man I helped at VTNZ every year – he’s in his 80s now.”

Wellington Free Ambulance has a Wairarapa crew of 24 paramedics and six volunteers. Staff work two 12-hour day shifts and two 12-hour night shifts, followed by four days off. Yes, they are allowed to nap in the bedrooms at night - Cheryl sleeps with her boots on.

Wairarapa has more crashes on its open roads, more farm incidents and fewer non-emergency call-outs than Wellington, although Cheryl recalls a man wanting a sticking plaster after his old one came off in the shower.

There are lots of stories: Sue has helped deliver five babies, attended a stingray attack and while working in Queenstown, she attended an injured Italian skier found to have a salami stuffed down the front of his suit.

“You’d go nuts if you didn’t have a sense of humour,” Helen says.

“Just the things people say to you. We once transported an elderly lady to hospital, dropping her cat off at a cattery on the way, as she was so worried about it.”

Three years ago, Wellington Free Ambulance took on Wairarapa’s emergency service duties, with bases in Masterton and Greytown.

For Sharon, who holds the most advanced qualifications of the four women on this day shift, it’s all about community – she is also a much-valued member of the Greytown Volunteer Fire Brigade.

“All emergency workers are part of this community, we live here and there’s a good chance we’ll know the victims,” she says.

“Relationships stand out in the Wairarapa.”

These no-nonsense, genuinely caring women are getting on with helping Wairarapa people in their practical, steady way. You may meet them one day. You’ll be in good hands.

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From Silverfox to Foxbox – One Man’s Guitar Obsession

Take a retired creative director, musician and record producer with a lifelong guitar fancy, put him in a Wairarapa home workshop, give him tools and materials and presto!

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- the ‘Foxbox’ guitar label is born. By Simon Burt.

Alan Galbraith with his Fox Box reso - aluminium saucepan lid put to good use the boost the sound

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lan Galbraith – who records under the moniker ‘Silverfox’ – moved to Greytown with wife Sue two years ago. Having started his working life as a professional musician, Alan moved into production in the heady days of 70s pop music, working with seminal Kiwi acts like Mark Williams, Rockinghorse, The Yandall Sisters, Craig Scott and many others. Several years later, tiring of the record business, Alan found himself working in the world of advertising and crafted a career as a creative allrounder, variously working as a copywriter, art director, creative director and producer – often all at the same time.

Ever since Alan can remember, he’s had a ‘thing’ about guitars.

“I’ve never been a great player, I’ve just always totally loved the things – more so than the music itself, really” he says. Alan likens the infatuation to his other interest, trout fishing. “Same thing – I’m more interested in the gear than the fish.” This ‘thing’ has seen dozens of guitars of various shapes and sizes come and go from the Galbraith household, most of them pulled apart and put back together for one reason or another, along with a longstanding desire to direct his passion into something a little more “useful” than making ads.

Cue the idea of making cigar box-type guitars, inspired by a recent trip to Australia and a seller at a Queensland market.

Traditionally a cheap two- or three-stringed instrument made from – believe it or not – old cigar boxes and other discarded materials, Alan wanted a more sturdy, “crafted” and playable instrument so has only used an actual cigar box for one of his creations. He uses traditional luthier’s materials for what are “not true cigar box guitars, but somewhere between that and a ‘real’ guitar.” While some of the earlier creations were made using ‘found’ materials such as wine or whiskey boxes, he has started making the boxes himself which allows for unique and custom designs.

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Alan spends a lot of time making sure that his pint-size players behave as much like grown-up ones as possible. “I want them to stay in tune and have nice actions – I don’t want anything to leave the workshop that I wouldn’t play myself.” They are made with proper working electronics and traditional luthier’s timbers and fret materials. “My ultimate aim is to make something like Bo Diddley’s famous rectangular-bodied Gretsch.”

Having started making them, Alan feels he’s come full circle from his early musical days in Nelson. His first two instuments – electric guitars - were home made, almost a neccessity in those times when imports were rare and the local instruments were often out of reach ­for young musicians. o date there have been ten Foxbox guitars made, six of which have already been sold. “It’s a major sense of achievement to create something and have someone want to buy it. It will never be a get rich scheme, but making an object that people can enjoy is a real buzz.”

The next steps in the Foxbox evolution are creating true, individual decorative items in collaboration with Alan and Sue’s artist daughter Lucy, and building an online resource for cigarbox style guitar enthusiasts. “I’d like to do some more playing and recording and make information available for people who might buy these things and want to know what they can do with them.

There’s quite a bit on the web already, but I’d like to put my own slant on it, do my own thing.”

Alan sees the Foxbox business as a stepping stone to making full scale instruments and also intends making some cigar box-style ukeleles and a scale version of a Gibson Flying V. Foxbox Guitars are available from ‘Industrial by Design’ in Greytown. Like on facebook www:facebook.com/FoxBoxGuitars

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SLEEK, INTELLIGENT AND FAST

High over Martinborough’s Te Muna Road vineyards, two young karearea (native New Zealand bush falcons) are practising their flying and hunting techniques. Susan McLeary tracks their progress.

Photography by Peter Monk.

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onour and Pari were just balls of fluff when they arrived in Martinborough in late October last year, from Rotorua’s Wingspan Birds of Prey Trust.

“Their growth rate is phenomenal,” says Jane Lenting. “When hatched they weighed 20g and a month later were at full adult weight of around 350g. About the size of a magpie.”

Jane has spearheaded the community Martinborough Karearea/ NZ Bush Falcon project to supplement falcon numbers in the Wairarapa, supported by DOC and local wineries through Wairarapa Winegrowers and Wines From Martinborough.

“Practical and financial support from local vineyards has been fantastic” she acknowledged.

Despite being voted Bird of the Year 2012 and celebrated on $20 notes, there are fewer than 10,000 falcons in the wild. Listed as “nationally vulnerable”, they have been seen only rarely near Martinborough in recent years.

“Our primary goal is to ensure the survival of these magnificent birds. They are sleek, intelligent and incredibly fast,” says Jane.

“Just how fast is not really known: the simplest answer is very very! They are thought to be New Zealand’s quickest bird, gliding very high in the sky surveying their surroundings before attacking at high speed.

“Their diving speeds mean falcons can help vineyards keep down numbers of grape-loving pest birds, such as starlings and blackbirds,” she said.

The project followed Wingspan and DOC guidelines for reintroducing

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birds. A ‘home base’ artificial nest, known as a hack box, was built by volunteers on the Escarpment Vineyard in Te Muna Road.

After only two weeks the hack box was opened to allow the birds freedom to come and go as they wished, returning to the comfort and safety of home and food at will. Typical teenagers.

The project is going well, as the birds have adapted well and are making small kills to supplement their feeding programme, which is tailing off accordingly.

An early setback was when the third chick (Hohoro) was taken by a predator.

“The birds are banded and have tiny transmitters. We believe Hohoro was blown off-course by the November gales, and as a youngster could not achieve enough height to identify her surroundings and fly home.

“It was very disappointing but we knew there would be challenges like this for the project – and the birds.

“Fortunately Pari and Honour are flourishing, and starting to be seen all around the Martinborough area. We track their increasing range with telemetry, but sightings are very important. They like hanging out around the golf course and Todd’s Road, it seems.

“If anyone sees either Honour (green leg band) or Pari (red band), it would help us track their movement and provide the project with valuable information if you report sightings on our Facebook page,” Jane concluded.

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Supporting the Community WBS have been supporting local people and the local community for over 140 years.

Katie Farman discovers just how much this company puts back into the community.

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hen Vicki Thompson puts up the Wairarapa Building Society’s (WBS) flags during this autumn’s Chocol’Art Festival they will be flying the name of an organisation that has been at the heart of the community since 1873. ure, the logo may have changed and the company’s red, teal and charcoal colours aredifferent to the original red and white colours of last century, however the company’s fundamental philosophy to actively support the community still remains.

“It’s extraordinary for a company of this size that we have remained true to our roots after all these years, “ says Vicki, WBS marketing manager. “We’ve weathered two world wars, the Great Depression and the recent global financial crisis and we’re still stable and we’re still supporting our community through sponsorship and returning the majority of our income either by way of interest, salaries and wages or in the goods and services we purchase.”

The WBS is the region’s only locally owned and operated financial service organisation and provides savings, investment accounts and finance options for residential, rural and commercial property. Located in Queen St in Masterton with nine staff, WBS is the product of the 1980 amalgamation of three Wairarapa-based building societies including the Permanent Investment and Loan Association (established in Greytown in 1873), the Tararua Permanent Building Society and the North Wairarapa Permanent Building and Investment Society (both established in the 1930s). The latter having merged in 1960 with the Masterton Permanent Investment and Building Society (established in 1876).

In its formative years the company used a unique method of marrying up its investors with those who wanted to borrow money.

“Once upon a time you’d be given an ivory marble with a number on it, later replaced with a Bakelite marble during the 1940s, which was placed into an oak barrel and spun – kind of like an early Lotto,” says Vicki. “If your number came out then you were able to take out a mortgage to buy a house.”

The oak barrel and Bakelite marbles are housed in the company’s archives alongside old advertising material dating back to the 1960s.

There’s even a poster from the heady borrowing days of the eighties advertising great interest rates of 22 percent.

These days WBS is online, remains flexible with their finance options and prides themselves on “old-fashioned” service.

“You’ll never get an automated message here. Building

Left: Andrew Bond, operations manager - with the recently completed back of bus mobile billboard. Above: Vicki Thompson with the original oak barrel and below the original Bakelite marbles.

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relationships with our investors and our clients, especially in this day and age, is really important, and is our point of difference with large banks.”

While Vicki has been in her current role for 18 months, she has a long career in customer service having worked as cabin crew both domestically and internationally with Air New Zealand for many years. After moving with her family to Masterton 15 years ago for lifestyle reasons, she commuted to Auckland Airport’s international base regularly “enjoying the juxtaposition of both worlds”. But when the opportunity came up to work in Masterton she grabbed the chance. ow working alongside CEO Kim McCabe, CFO Derek Anderton and operations manager Andrew Bond, Vicki works hard to ensure WBS gets behind community initiatives. These include sponsoring a myriad of organisations and events such as Athletics Masterton, Golden Shears, Hospice, Cancer Society, bowling and golf clubs, JA rugby, netball, A & P shows and the Moki $1000 and Superfish to name but a few.

“Ninety-five per cent of our income goes back into the Wairarapa community in terms of sponsorship. You invest locally, you borrow locally and the local community benefits … it’s a win, win situation,” she says.

This autumn they will be backing popular events including the Wairarapa Balloon Festival, the Breadcraft kids’ triathlon and events held at the Masterton Motorplex.

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Effortlessly Feminine Style UK-born bridal designer Johanna Hehir may have lived and worked in some of the world's most glamorous locales but it was still a 'wow' moment when she arrived in Greytown, one that clinched her decision to move to rural New Zealand. Anne Taylor met her at her newly opened Greytown boutique.

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ohanna and her family – husband Paul and four children - had holidayed here several times before but never ventured to Napier, Gisborne or Wairarapa. Paul is a Kiwi and his grandfather had farmed near Masterton.

"We came through Manawatu Gorge last July and we all liked it. I think it was the mountains that appealed," says Johanna. "I liked the village feel of Greytown. It was somehow familiar but looked quite distinct from other towns."

After a whirlwind career in fashion design that has seen Johanna working for top UK and Australian design houses, and running her own boutiques in London, she is keen to establish 'Johanna Hehir Bridal' as a New Zealand brand. She has already noticed our brides are "a little more relaxed", and she is looking forward to experiencing distinctive Wairarapa weddings. "I'm also keen to do my first New Zealand photo shoot so if anyone knows of a beautiful local interior, please get in touch."

Johanna has hit the ground running, arriving in peak local wedding season and continuing to supply eight UK stockists, several in Ireland and a store in Manhattan, while bringing out a new collection each year. Her "effortlessly feminine" wedding dresses are made to order and feature delicate hand finishing, with all sewing done in New Zealand. Some are reminiscent of Downton Abbey gowns and tea dresses, and Johanna loves teaming period elements - such as an Audrey Hepburn style 1950s bodice – with something modern such as a floaty organza skirt.

"Mum was one of the first designers in London to move away from the big meringue dresses to evening style wedding dresses," says her justifiably proud eldest daughter Fianna. Fianna has been working in her mother's shops since her late teens and now, at 22, is an integral part of the business too, working as a bridal stylist, and managing marketing and social media. Paul runs the business side of the enterprise, which he wants to do alongside a rural lifestyle.

Glimpses of Johanna's past as a costume designer at Dublin's Abbey Theatre can be seen in her romantic creations. "That was such a wonderful first job," says the literature-loving designer. Here, she honed qualities that have since served her well – working to tight deadlines, superb fitting skills and diplomacy, being the "middle person" in between actor, designer and director, and ensuring everyone was happy.

After Dublin, she and Paul moved to London where she worked sewing, finishing and pattern cutting for top designers such as Zandra Rhodes and Catherine Walker, who designed for the Princess of Wales. "It was exciting getting your bundle of work and seeing the name of a celebrity like Shirley Bassey written on the top."

In the late 80s, Australia beckoned and doors opened at Myer, David Jones and the top bridal design houses of the day. Working with Teena Varigos exposed her to the full razzle dazzle of Greek weddings in which the extended family is also dressed in finery. She launched her own fashion label in 1993 and retailed her first bridal collection in 1998 from her London boutique.

She describes a wedding dress as the most important dress of a woman's life: "Sometimes a girl can look amazing in a dress but she feels it is too much for her. She has to be comfortable. We want to help the bride bring out the best in herself." The reward comes with that moment of joy in front of the mirror.

Johanna confesses she loves change and moving forward.

New directions include combining white with blush and ivory, and developing a two in one dress, the dress underneath being able to be worn again after the wedding.

"I love dressing individual women, they make the most beautiful brides," says Johanna. Looking through her portfolio, the result of 25 years of designing, certainly confirms that.

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Wairarapa Wedding Guide 2015

From the rugged coastline, to historic villages, Wairarapa is the perfect location for your special day featuring venues, catering, beauty, photographers, services ....

Te Parae Te Parae Homestead is the ideal destination for a picturesque country garden venue. With five acres of ‘old English’ style garden and a 10 acre lake forming a magnificent backdrop, there is plenty on offer from high teas, lunches, corporate entertainment or your ultimate garden wedding.

We have a dedicated wedding ceremony location overlooking the lake, beautiful unique options for photographs and a lawn suitable for a marquee catering up to 250 guests. For smaller weddings we have a formal room in the homestead which can seat up to 40 guests.

The package includes a wedding coordinator to assist and organise your requirements before and during the wedding day.

We can provide contacts for celebrants, photographers, caterers, bands, florists and hire companies. We also have access to vintage aircraft for aerial displays and to a helicopter for the couple to be transported to/from the venue.

Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park The Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park believes in creating “The perfect Wairarapa Wedding”. Wedding co-ordinator Wendy Donnelly and functions supervisor Maree Allen have a wealth of experience in creating weddings to remember and delight in helping create a dream day for the special couple.

“Each wedding is unique - I love seeing my clients happy when we create a day exactly how they dreamed. I feel privileged to be part of it. It’s really magical,” says Wendy.

The Copthorne, which is now fully renovated, is a practical and stress-free wedding venue for couples wanting to get married in the Wairarapa. Offering superior onsite accommodation; fine dining and a beautiful setting within 24 acres of landscaped parklands – including a rose garden and marquee sites - the resort can host both your ceremony and wedding reception, rain or shine.

The venue is suitable for weddings of any size, from an intimate

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gathering of 14 people right up 350 guests and the hotel can work within all budgets and has a range of Wedding Packages to ensure everyone’s day is memorable. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Solway Park is renowned for its superb catering and head chef Paul Hargood takes pride in sourcing fresh local produce and preparing it to a high standard. A great range of food and beverage packages are available including set menus, buffets and canapés to help create a wonderful reception for your guests and make the decision process easy for the bride and groom.

Bridal couples enjoy complimentary accommodation on their wedding night and special group rates are available for your guests in accommodation that ranges from standard or superior rooms to suites and apartments.

Carterton Events Centre Looking and feeling great on your wedding day means being radiant, relaxed, and organised. The experienced team at Carterton Events Centre can help with making your special day unique and exciting; one you and your guests will always remember.

The architecturally stunning Events Centre provides a modern day setting with an air of history in natural surroundings to suit all budgets. Packages start at as little as $340.

Your wedding party and guests will have plenty of room in our spectacular auditorium which can accommodate up to 350 guests, our recently refurbished Youth Centre or the elegant Taurarua Meeting Room for the more intimate weddings. With modern flooring and modern simple decor no matter your theme it will always look incredible.

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Brackenridge Whether you are planning a small private wedding or celebrating with many, Brackenridge is quite simply one of the most perfect venues that Wairarapa showcases. * Our self-contained cottages and studios are dotted around the grounds creating a village-like atmosphere * Relaxed environment with striking rural views * Committed and experienced staff to guide the couple through planning their special day * Service and advice are complimentary at Brackenridge. * Our consultants welcome your communications. * Increasingly popular low season wedding packages with complimentary bridal studio & 10% off accommodation for all on site guests. * Venue hire includes complete room setup.

There are no hidden costs * BYO preferred - corkage applies * Private spa facility for pre wedding pampering and bridal makeup * Perfect opportunity to showcase rural New Zealand We consider it a privilege to host your special day. By doing everything we can to take the pressure off, you can relax and enjoy the many special moments of the day!!!

FARRIERS The Farriers Bar & Eatery development is complete and taking bookings in The Horseshoe Room for weddings and functions.

Established in 1951, this venue is iconic to Masterton with its unique shape and interior, well-known north end location and perfect size for a more intimate occasion.

Rick Bryant, Manager of The Farriers says that it’s great people now have more choice in Masterton when looking for venues for special occasions in the Wairarapa. “Becoming more and more important to people is finding something a little different yet still meaningful, and smaller weddings are more common too. That

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Established in 1951, The Horseshoe Room is iconic to Masterton with its unique shape, Art Deco interior and heritage as Masterton’s original public bar. Back on the Wairarapa wedding scene, The Horseshoe Room is perfectly sized for intimate weddings, offering exclusive use of the room and its courtyard. It is surrounded by picturesque backdrops for photography, both indoors and out.

Our chefs will help you design an inspired menu, including beverages, that you feel best celebrates your special occasion. The wedding couple are provided with complementary wedding-night accommodation at Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park, and the day after, we welcome your wedding party back for brunch or morning tea at The Farriers Bar & Eatery.

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WeddingVenue ‘A Garden of Love’ The perfect romantic location for your wedding, such as the formal garden, pond backdrop, bridges, promenade or a wide selection of lush garden areas, complemented by the Awaiti Gift shop where you can purchase that special gift

Chester Road, Carterton Phone: 06 379 8478 or 027 333 2226 Open Sept 1 to April 30 Thursday to Sunday 10am - 4pm Monday to Wednesday by appointment www.awaitigardens.co.nz

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makes The Horseshoe Room here ideal.”

It’s not only the space that is stand-out – Art Deco inspired with clean black, chrome and neutral tones – The Farriers food and beverage team bring flair as well as practicality when helping to create the perfect feast for guests, from set menus to spit roasts and options in between.

“When thinking about what wedding couples want from their day we knew that making everything easy for them was critical, so we’ve taken that approach with everything from the booking form through to the meal, drinks and entertainment options. We don’t overcomplicate the options and we don’t inflate our prices.”

Located at the north end of Queen Street, The Farriers offers picturesque outdoor photo opportunities nearby, with a parkland area with willows and stream at the rear of the venue, the Waipoua River across the road and Masterton’s Queen Elizabeth Park just around the corner.

The Farriers can accommodate weddings in all seasons providing options also for indoor and outdoor ceremonies.

AWAITI GARDENS For those wanting a romantic garden wedding look no further than Awaiti, for it has opulence and surprise.

The garden is suitable for either a small or large wedding party.

In spring with brilliant colours of rhododendron blossoms and spring bulbs, summer with its roses and lillies or in autumn with all the tones of rich golds and fiery reds.

With stonewalls, stump arch and water backdrops, Awaiti has it all, and is the perfect location to capture that WOW photo.

Awaiti has an all seasons garden with facilities for a marquee if required. The garden has an exquisite gift shop to help with that special gift, and a home stay for those travelling guests.

Come and talk to Jeanette, Allan or Katrina who are available to help you plan your special day.

Landscaped over the last 30 years by Jeanette and Allan, Awaiti is run as a family business with help from their daughter Katrina.The gardens can be viewed on their website: www.awaitigardens.co.nz CONEY WINES The vineyard restaurant at Coney Wines offers every escapist the quintessential vineyard experience. Their menu offers more than vineyard platters with a full choice of succulent cuisine featuring Asian and Mediterranean flavours matched with the award-winning Coney wines.

A sweeping vineyard vista and the ambience that goes with dining amongst the vines in the elegant courtyard. Informative and amusing tastings at the table or the bar from Coney Wines’ irrepressible owner. In short, when you combine memorable food and wines with the perfect vineyard setting you have, quite simply “the perfect accompaniment”. With its marquee-style canopy and beautiful vineyard setting, the courtyard at Coney Wines is the perfect venue for weddings, corporate junkets, birthday dinners and other special celebrations. Whether you are planning a smaller celebration or a larger ‘affair’ Coney Wines is the ideal place to create the memories.

The Pavilion at Brodie Estate A venue that offers a romantic setting for that special day is Brodie Estate, Dublin Street, Martinborough. A beautiful Pavilion, surrounded by an olive grove and vineyard, is available for the ceremony. There is a special space to erect a marquee and provide services for your caterer and delicious wines are available from the single estate vineyard. Sage Cottage, a three bedroom villa can be booked for the wedding party. Walk from the cottage to the Pavilion for your wedding ceremony. The Pavilion can also be used later for music and dancing.

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The Lodge at the French Village Perfect venue for small weddings, family celebrations, retreats, workshops, or just to take a break.

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If you are looking for somewhere to get together and celebrate that special occasion, with its classy and rustic Lone Star décor, the private function room can be utilised for everything from conferences to parties to weddings 49 Dixon St Masterton, New Zealand • Ph 06-377 7308 • www.lonestar.co.nz • Like us on facebook/Lone Star Cafe Masterton www.wairarapalifestyle.co.nz

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The venue is close to the centre of town surrounded by motels, homestays and cottages. There is plenty of accommodation available for your guests within walking distance of the venue. The Brodies are happy to help you with information and meet your special needs for a wonderful day. Visit their website www.brodieestate.co.nz.

LONE STAR A little known fact about Wairarapa’s favourite new family restaurant is that they also have fantastic function facilities too.

Lone Star Masterton is one of the best-equipped hospitality venues around and the function room adjoining the main dining area is perfect for events of any kind. With its classy and rustic Lone Star décor and associated services it can be utilised for everything from conferences to parties to weddings. It has its own access way which means it can closed off and operated completely independently of the main restaurant. That is not to say that all the benefits of Lone Star are not just a few feet away such as the bar, kitchen, bathrooms and boardrooms.

Catering for to up to 80 people seated or more than 100 standing, there is a large projector on the ceiling which enables endless wide screen possibilities.

The function room is connected to the kitchen through a window counter which means delicious Lone Star fare is right there on demand and as the Lone Star is fully licensed they can even set up a bar for you.

The function room is free to hire and the catering arrangements can be discussed. Drop in and see Tom and Michelle Roseingrave and team and chat about what they can do to make you special function extra special. Phone 06-377 7308 or visit www.lonestar. co.nz/location/31/masterton

FRENCH VILLAGE For a relaxed wedding venue, the lodge at the French Village is an ideal choice. Set in regenerating native bush, with the Mangatarere river close by, it is private, special and unique.

No cell phone coverage is a bonus, you have everyone’s attention.

The newlywed couple don’t have to go far either for photo opportunities.Some couples opt to be wed under a massive tree, have canapés and bubbles in the courtyard, then move upstairs for the speeches, dinner (breakfast) and music. Others prefer a marquee to dance the night away in.

The Lodge also sleeps 16, so the wedding party can arrive a day early and decorate away, and there is even the option of bringing a tent and staying on site. Local taxi services provide shuttles for arrivals and departures, so that everyone gets home safely.

Susie Shaw is easy to work with and happy to discuss options.

TAUHERENIKAU RACECOURSE Surrounded by elegant trees, Tauherenikau is an ideal venue for your wedding whether it is big or small, formal or casual, winter or summer. It has atmosphere, it has ambience and is located in beautiful surroundings. The venue is a versatile space which can be used for your ceremony, photos and reception. Choose your own caterer or ask the experienced staff for advice or recommendations.

Tauherenikau has budget accommodation available for up to 40 guests.

Qingster Photography Qingster Photography consists of Qing (pronounced “Ching”) who is the main photographer and Stephen (pronounced “Stephen”) who helps to coordinate arrangements and also provides videography when required. From her training as a painter, and also having run

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dedicated to making food a feast for the eye and the palate, Entice caters the entire experience with a professional team led by renowned owners ALICE BUChANAN and JENNIE SMITh.

Entice Café and Catering Corner Bruce & dixon St, Masterton Ph: 06 377 3166 info@entice.co.nz www.entice.co.nz

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You choose a tailor made suit.

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her own fashion design studio in Beijing and Shanghai, Qing brings an advanced aesthetic to her work. Her experience in creating unique made-to-measure garments for clients has now been transferred to ensuring that the unique essence of her subject, be it a wedding or engagement couple, or a child or family portrait, is captured to everyone’s satisfaction and delight.

With the right equipment and technical skills, together of course with an empathy with the people involved, the traditionally “classic” wedding and portrait shots are not especially difficult for a professional photographer – and where Qing aims to truly delight is with her ability to “be there” for those wonderful and fleeting exchanges and interactions that can only be caught in the moment. . . . She knows that ultimately it is these lovely unplanned moments which will continue to make you smile, make you proud and perhaps bring back that certain “mistiness” to your eye long after you’ve grown accustomed to the beautifully crafted shots sitting there in their frames and albums.

Qing is a passionate visual artist and she can be relied upon to bring fresh eyes to anything you may ask her to do.

Johanna Hehir Founder and Creative Director, Johanna Hehir is a British born designer with over 25 years experience, who has lived in Ireland, Australia, England, and now resides in New Zealand.

After studying design and pattern making in Ireland, Johanna went on to create theatre costumes at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. Johanna enjoyed working for London designers such as Zandra Rhodes, Jeff Banks at Warehouse, and Catherine Walker (who dressed The Princess of Wales), before launching her own fashion label in 1993.

Johanna designed and retailed her first bridal collection in 1998 from her London boutique. Bridal soon became her main focus and in the years following she has become well known for her unique cuts and romantic detailing.

Fianna O’Donoghue, Johanna’s eldest daughter, joined the company in 2010. Johanna opened her very first store in Melbourne when Fianna was just one year old so she has grown up immersed in the family business.

SALUTE At Saluté , we believe that the food and service at your wedding is as important as the dress, suit, ceremony or honeymoon. Weddings are one of our specialities and we are proud to work in some of Wairarapa’s most stunning venues, producing delicious food and drink for your special day. Our partnership with these beautiful venues means that we can deliver some truly magical wedding receptions in the country’s most desirable venues.

Our experienced team, will consult on all of the details and add personal touches to every aspect of the day. Our menus can be tailor-made to suit your every wish, from formal dinners to relaxed settings with classic dishes.

Saluté is the premium food experience brand that caters for a variety of events from beautiful weddings to charity galas.

Saluté”delivers a fresh and personal style along with deliciously different food. Our award-winning team of chefs are constantly innovating and creating new and unique menus to suit all tastes.

ENTICE CATERING The Entice team of Alice Buchanan and Jennie Smith has been catering for weddings for over 15 years, and has a wealth of experience behind them. In that time they have come to know the importance of choosing the right service providers for your day. “So often we hear sad stories about weddings where things have gone wrong, and it’s so unnecessary, it’s such a shame” says Alice. “Most people have been guests at weddings, and have an idea of what they want, but turning ideas into reality is where our experience comes in.

When it comes down to it, the most important thing is that everything runs like clockwork, the food is amazing, and afterwards everyone is raving about the day.”

A recent bride’s mother emailed the Entice team; Hi Alice and Jennie, Thank you so much for the excellent catering of Hayley and Matthew’s wedding. We had so many positive comments regarding the delicious food, generous quantities and the proficiency of all the catering staff involved.

You two are amazing and I enjoyed your calm easy going manner!

We would definitely use Entice Catering for any future weddings or parties we may have. Kind regards, Rosie “This sort of response is fantastic”, says Jennie, “We frequently hear lovely feedback from customers, and it is great to know we have made their special day amazing”.

THE WELLINGTON WEDDING SHOW Welcome to the Wellington Wedding Show! Allow us to tell you a little more about the most stylish show in the coolest little capital in the world. The Wellington Wedding Show is all about bringing together in one place the very best wedding suppliers out there, so that future brides and grooms can make the best selection to suit their needs. Much like one giant wedding, the it has a joyful party atmosphere, fun entertainment, tasty food, some great people you might already know and lots of opportunity to meet new faces.

The Wellington Wedding Show is unique in so many ways, and one of the many reasons we stand out is because we have our own magazine, Mr and Mrs, which is incredibly popular and a useful resource for many couples. Everyone through the door gets a copy!

Don’t forget to look at our amazing online wedding show: www. thewellingtonweddingshow, where you will find the best wedding suppliers. Our weekly blog is a must read for all brides to keep up with a latest trends, news and anything to do with weddings. We will also be offering special prizes and free tickets on our facebook page, so become our friend and keep up with all the pre show excitement.

In fact, when it comes to weddings there’s not much we can’t do to help you on your way to happily ever after. We love weddings, and have tons of experience and ideas - and it shows! Start your journey with us and we promise it will be a most memorable one Alluminus Beauty Therapy The team from Alluminus Beauty Therapy has well over two decades of experience between them in the beauty industry and believe that a woman’s wedding day is one of the most important days of her life. A day she and her new husband will remember and cherish for eternity.

This is why at Alluminus Beauty Therapy we only use professional branded, photo ready make-up. Quoi is hypo-allergenic; talc free, fragrance free, oil free and yet light weight and long lasting on the skin, leaving a flawless finish for every blushing bride.

At Alluminus we also offer all your pre wedding treatments such as eyelash extensions, manicures, pedicures, facials and a whole lot more. In our luxurious new surroundings, we can cater for small group bookings if booked in advance. Also to help make your day less stressful we can travel to you on your wedding day. Happy planning from the team at Alluminus Beauty Therapy.

Sharisse Eberlein Photography Sharisse Eberlein Photography - natural, relaxed, beautiful images. Her friendly and easy going approach to photography enables her to capture real emotions, laughs, smiles and tears.

Sharisse will allow you to relax and enjoy your day, capturing all the little details throughout your wedding day.

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experience and photographic knowledge to create images that are timeless and will last a lifetime.

Sharisse knows how important it is to have the right photographer for you. She is flexible with her approach throughout the whole process to allow you to tailor your photography to your needs and budget.

Capturing the essence of the day is the first step. The second step is to preserve your story for future generations. Sharisse loves to create stunning albums as a showcase of your wedding images.

Her albums are designed to display your images at their best and to tell your story, your way.

Country Life Country Life has an enviable reputation for quality furniture, with that look of sophistication and with that something a little special to suit every budget.

The team at Country Life Furniture can complete the total look of your room with furniture, curtaining, blinds, soft furnishings and accessories including cushions, rugs, lamps, mirrors and art.

Country Life can also set up a wedding registry as an extra service for wedding guests to obtain those exquisite wedding gifts.

You can be sure of a great selection of quality stylish furniture that will look good in your home for years to come.

Kingsmeade Cheese At Kingsmeade Cheese we can help you with your choice of cheese for a very different wedding cake. Served with chocolates, fresh or dried fruits, ginger, fruit paste and even cup-cakes (for those who don’t eat cheese) a cheese wedding cake can be a very interesting wedding talking point. We will mature your cheese to perfection for the day, and assemble if required. The addition of flowers, ribbons and “brides and grooms” by you or a willing helper, will give your wedding cake its point of difference. You have the choice of round, square or a mixture of both with the different types of cheese. Miles (cheesemaker) has even been known on occasions to make some small, but sweet, heart shaped brie !!. Popular choices in the past have included Mt Bruce Havarti, Sunset or Tinui Blue, Manchego or even the sweeter Emmental. We will also provide additional cheese for catering purposes. Make an appointment, visit the shop in Lansdowne to discuss and taste and we will do our best to ensure that your wedding cake is tasty, novel and quite unique!!

Phone Kingsmeade, First Street, Lansdowne, Masterton on (06) 3787178, 9 - 3.30 p.m. Mon - Friday and 10 -1 Saturdays.

Perfect Platters erfect Platters are here to be part of your special day and ensure your guests go away with happy memories of your celebration.

We help you be that responsible host by looking after your guests during the essential photograph time between the service and a more formal wedding breakfast . While your guests mingle, enjoy their glass of local wine and chat with each other, our canapés on platters at weddings will be a great alternative to a sit down meal.

One of our clients called this a “Toast and Taste” which we thought was a perfect name!

Platters allow you to provide a little taste of different foods and can make a small amount of more expensive food go further. For instance an oyster nicely served (how about an oyster shot or breaded and fried and served with a spicy remoulade sauce on a tasting spoon) or a small crayfish savoury or duck pancake allows your guests to sample something a little special without it breaking your budget.

At Perfect Platters we offer a full waiting service (heating, plating and presenting food) and will ensure we leave the venue kitchen clean and tidy. If preferred, we can also provide food already plated and ready to serve.

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Table Decor NZ Keep it local and source from a huge range of unique items to create the dream ceremony and reception space. Simply dry hire and take away or let us take the stress out of setting up. With 100% dedicated personal service, Celia and her team are on hand to help set the venue and pack it out again, completely hassle free.

And being local we can solve any last minute problems or fill any of those unexpected gaps.

Individual items are available to select and create the look you wish, through to an entire room design from name tags and ribbons, to chandeliers and wedding arches. Table Décor has an extensive range of suppliers that nearly anything can be sourced from, so if they don’t have it, they will work tirelessly to find it for you. Candelabras, chandeliers, tea light votives, runners, chair tie backs, vases, mirrors, LED lights, silk flowers, name card holders, scatters, pearls, crown lynn, vintage silverware and much more.

Meetings by appointment at Table Decors studio space, 5 minutes from Martinborough. Celia Jaspers 06 306 9949 or celia@scorpio. co.nz. View www.facebook.com/TableDecorNZ for latest work and a selection of items available and feedback from clients.

TRANZIT Just the ticket!

Having your wedding guests arrive on time and safely is an important part of your big day. Transporting guests with Tranzit Coachlines can take the pressure off everybody.

Planning a wedding always involves lots of lists, decision making and much added panic. Getting your guests to and from the ceremony should be the least of your worries. However, hiring a bus to transport your guests is an ideal solution that can help avoid the last minute panic of how your family and friends visiting the region will arrive to the wedding.

Having operated for over 90 years Tranzit have been involved in many special days but will always treat your day individually and will accommodate your wants and wishes by transporting your loved ones safely and in style to and from your venue.

Tranzit Manager Les Cockeram knows a thing or two about wedding transport. ‘Let’s be honest, no-one wants to be the designated driver. So why not use one of our professional drivers’ he says. ‘Knowing that your guests can relax, make the most of the day and not have to worry about driving home is something that will give you and your families’ peace of mind’.

Tranzit provide a wide range of vehicle options to suit all budgets and requirements from standard buses to deluxe coaches, vans or shuttle buses at the end of the evening, Tranzit have you covered.

Tranzit will also drop your guests off enroute on the pickup and return journey.

And it’s not just transport for weddings either, think Stag do’s, Hens nights, or Day trips. They really can cater for all functions and numbers too. From 10 to 1000 people, they are your main port of call for wedding transport, big or small.

Take the hassle out of transportation on the day for your guests, give Tranzit a call today.

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Call in to Janet King at the deli for the whole range of ewe’s and cow’s milk cheeses.

Gift Baskets are her specialty – combine artisan cheese with local and imported goodies for any occasion.

You’ll also find our cheese at www.kingsmeadecheese.co.nz, Moore Wilson and selected supermarkets nationwide.

Phone or email Janet to order direct.

Kingsmeade deli: 8 First Street, Lansdowne, Masterton, Phone 3787178.

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see Janet at Kingsmeade Cheese, to select your choice of cheeses, for a totally original wedding cake.

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Ph: (06) 378 7178 • www.kingsmeadecheese.co.nz

We specialise in finger food platters with exquisite hors d’oeuvre or canapes or specific platter selections such as antipasti or sweet treats.

Contact us soon so that we can start planning the catering for your perfect occasion.

TEN O’CLOCK COOKIE Ten O’clock Cookie Bakery Café’s wedding cakes are beautiful works of art. Their designs or yours, they will bake and create your wedding cake to suit your desired style and theme. Combining uncompromised flavour with skilled craftsmanship, our team has the passion and desire to create something truly spectacular to celebrate your special day.

Visit our web site www.perfectplatters.co.nz Email: helen@perfectplatters.co.nz Call: 021 418 826 www.wairarapalifestyle.co.nz

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CHANGES Medi-Spa From hens’ party to honeymoon, CHANGES Medi-Spa is a bride’s dream. We believe every woman deserves to feel like a princess especially on her wedding day and we have all the little extra touches and facilities to make the lead up to the wedding feel luxurious and special.

CHANGES is situated in the peaceful grounds of an historic manor house, away from the highway so you instantly relax when you pull up into the landscape grounds.

Our facilities are unique and with everything under one roof, we can cater for your hens’ party, pre-wedding treatments, and on the day hair and makeup. With eleven therapy rooms, on-site accommodation, bridal suite with hair salon, VIP rooms which accommodate two, outdoor spa, day spa lounge, it means your whole wedding party can be cared for together. You can even get ready in our powder room and use the gardens and Manor House balcony and staircase for photos.

The first in the country to have ND Brows and our non-surgical facelift and dolly lash lift are a must!

Call our friendly team to book in for a free consultation, have a tour, and see why a CHANGES Bride looks so stunning and is so relaxed! 06 3701971 GOOD MOOD COMPANY There is quite possibly no more exciting day than your wedding day! The planning! The anticipation. The nerves!

How do you want to feel on your wedding day? Or, any day of your life really?

Be conscious about how you are feeling. For example, decide to feel calm, focused, relaxed, beautiful, loving, present and in the moment.

There are some easy and enjoyable things you can do to help feel this way on the lead up to and during your wedding day: 1. Light scented candles to create ambience and the mood you want – e.g. relaxed, romantic or sexy.

2. Essential oils – in your bath, on your pulse points, as a massage oil.

3. Journal – write all of your plans for your big day down in a journal.

Don’t forget the little things as well as the big things. Write a list of all the things you are grateful for – don’t forget your husband to be! And all the qualities you love most about him.

4. Keep inspiring quotes around you.

5. Treat yourself (and fiancé!) to luxurious soaps, moisturizers, bath bombs and bubble baths.

All of the above and more can be found at The Good Mood Company, Greytown.

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saunders shoes Exclusive to Saunders Shoes Masterton are the elegant heels by NEO from Spain. Available in three colours, black,pewter and silver they are perfect for weddings or that special occasion . Sizes are able to be ordered to accommodate the entire wedding party. At $249.90 with a 7.5cm heel, they are just the special finishing touch needed to complete your gorgeous outfits.

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Creating great moods

Gorgeous gifts and candles. Beautiful essential oils.

Fabulous soaps and much, much more!

The Team at Ten O’clock Cookie has the passion and desire to create something truly spectacular that will complement your chosen wedding style and theme.

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Taste of AUTUMN - a Dining Guide Wairarapa chefs are reflecting the colours and fruits of autumn in their tables and plates, as the shimmering season rolls around once more.Dress in layers and sit outside to watch leaves fall from Greytown’s spectacular trees, dine while gazing across Martinborough’s square, nestle into a new cafe in Masterton, sip a coffee in Carterton, or eat and take a stroll down Featherston’s main road. Autumn gives us the choice of cosy indoor tables, or a few more weeks of glorious outdoor dining. As always, the choice of dining and function venues in the Wairarapa ranges from small and intimate to grand and luxurious. Bon appetit!

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Contemporary Wairarapa Country Cuisine are words that describe the new menu at The Grill at Solway Park. The food philosophy is to use what’s in season, local and fresh, using only the best quality meat. Chef Paul Hargood has a passion for food and cooking - and as an outdoors man he enjoys incorporating his love of wild game and knowledge of butchery into the dishes he prepares. The Grill at Solway Park’s new menu is presented alongside a superb list of award-winning wines from the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail and an extensive beer, cider and whisky selection. The perfect choice for that special occasion, dining with friends or just because you want a great steak!

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Joxer Daly’s Steak and Ale House is a place of good old fashioned eatin’ and drinkin’, where the music plays loud and long into the night and the craic is ninety.

The staff know you well and treat you as one of their own. Stay on the right side of them and your pint will always be the perfect one. Quiet solicitude is their manner, and discretion is often the order of the day, because it might not have been the night before.

Wait till you taste the food! It’s fine and fare, and you won’t be needin’ to call for second helpings. Eat your fill, and slake your thirst with ales and local wines served at the peak of their condition. When it’s over, the very aftertaste will be prompting you to call again soon.

Joxer Daly’s is a sanctuary, a haven, a place of respite and restoration, of good times had by all, and better ones to come. It’s where you’ll always find a welcome, a good bite to eat and the devil knows what else, if you’re lookin’ for it.

Cafe Mirabelle is a little corner of France in the heart of the Wairarapa. Situated in the middle of Carterton on High St, this little family run restaurant has been delighting locals and visitors alike for the past seven years.

During the day Mirabelle is a cafe with croissants and pastries, blackboard menu of light meals and French regional specialties and delicious cakes all made on the premises. On Friday and Saturday nights the cafe transforms into a little bistro, with candle light and table cloths and a menu of regional and French home cooking. A range of French and local wines is available and guests are able to BYO wine for a corkage fee of $10 per bottle.

As the restaurant seats only around 35 people and is very popular, it is wise to book ahead in order to secure your table.Tel. 063797247

Nine beers on tap Magners Cider Garden Bar Live music Fridays Available for private functions Joxers Daly’s Irish Bar & Restaurant 7 Perry Street Masterton (06) 377 7001

Right in the heart of Martinborough Wine Village is a wonderful café that’s busy nourishing the neighbourhood every single day of the week from 8am to 4pm.Whether it’s breakfast, brunch or lunch you’re after, The Village Café offers a wide range of tasty treats. Enjoy the country style surroundings of the café or relax in the courtyard and absorb the local atmosphere. When the kitchen closes at 3pm you can still enjoy a scrumptious selection of home-made delights from the counter, over a coffee, a huge selection of teas or a delicious chai latte. Every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm there’s something special to look forward to – A candlelit, elegant, enticing menu of pizza and home-made pasta with local wines available by the glass.

Looking for a gorgeous venue, with an experienced team that can effortlessly host your perfect Wine Country Wedding? We’d love to hear from you.

The Tin Hut - Matt and Lisa have just spent the last 18 months tweaking what the previous owner Marcus Darley put in place sevenyears ago. Lisa’s first passion in life is her gardens, followed close behind by the love of good food - Matt has always been a lover of not just good wine, but great wine, complemented with his exceptional front of house service ... all of these attributes combined have taken the South Wairarapa by storm.

It just keeps getting better with help from head chef Phil Healy and his talent for turning the good old traditional meal into something quite special.

French country restaurant in the heart of Carterton

Tues to Fri 9am - 3.30pm Sat 10am - 2pm Fridays & Saturdays Dinner from 7pm

31 High St North, Carterton Licensed & BYO (wine only) PRIVATE FUNCTIONS CATERED FOR

Phone 06 379 7247

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The Gladstone Inn “The Gladdy” has been serving the local population since 1870, first as the ferry house for transfers across the Ruamahanga River, and since 1871 for accommodation, dining and tavern.

Now going stronger than ever, the Gladdy continues to provide good old-fashioned country hospitality, local wines and meals prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients, homegrown or sourced locally where possible.

From Thursday to Sunday, delicious wood-fired pizzas are available dine-in or takeaway. Groups and parties are a specialty.

Country hospitality at its best

Riverside garden bar and restaurant

Wild Oats Café is well known for country-sized servings of fresh baked breads and cakes, quiche, lasagne, filo wraps and grill plate special corn wheels, but also offers Greek and pasta salads, roast veggies and the famous Carterton Breakfast which is available from as early as 5am. It’s also a favoured meeting place for car, motorcycle and cycle club day outings, with a private dining area upstairs for 10-40 guests or family members. The staff is proud to offer clean facilities and excellent service with a smile.

Picturesque rural setting at the heart of the Wairarapa’s wine trail, Greytown Butchery has transformed into a Gourmet European styled butchery since ownership by Gavin and Julie in 2006. With annual NZ sausage awards won, this long standing butchery has a history of winning awards for their famous sausages.

Established in 1873, Greytown Butchery is one of the oldest of butcherys still surviving in small towns of New Zealand.

With a vast selection of gourmet product, this speciality store has redefined the standard of butchering through the use of exceptional service, and by producing the finest of meat products. Almost a rariety to find such an array. We pride ourselves in offering local meat and products. Free-range chicken, and local free-range pork.

Organic chicken, beef and lamb. Gourmet sausages, smallgoods and condiments. Ready to cook, stir fry and casseroles. A wide range of game meat. And much much more - there’s something to suit all!

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and good old-fashioned country hospitality.

Wood fired pizzas available Thursday to Sunday Open for lunch 7 days, dinner Tuesday to Sunday 571 Gladstone Rd, Carterton Reservations recommended • Ph 06 372 7866 • www.gladstoneinn.co.nz

NEW ZEALAND’S GREATEST BAKERY, CAFÉ AND DELI • Dine in or take away • Ample vehicle and coach parking • Seating for 150 customers • 5 star restrooms • Fully licensed • Guaranteed fast service • Best food selection in the country • 40 seat private room available • Indoor outdoor and garden seating

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Claytown: a work of inspiration R

ecreating Greytown in clay was a novel way to encourage members of the community to work alongside the Wairarapa’s professional artists.

Over 30 members of the public joined renowned local artists Maggie Westergren, ceramicist Sam Duckor-Jones, art therapist Janie Nott and stylist Craig Thorburn in creating a piece of enduring art modelled on Greytown’s pretty colonial buildings, its people and its animals.

“We wanted members of the community to work alongside established artists in creating something relevant and appealing to Greytown during the Greytown Arts Festival,” says Janie. “We chose to use the medium of clay because working in 2D allows for a range of expressions; it’s forgiving and can be used formally or loosely. Also, people these days don’t often have the chance to work with clay, so it is novel in that regard.”

The Claytown village was made over a five week period, however the final art work wasn’t unveiled until February’s Greytown Arts Festival much to the delight of all those involved.

“It’s always a little bizarre when you begin a large community art project like this because you don’t know how it will turn out,” says Janie. “We found we had a concept at the beginning but as people got hooked on their creations – the quirky people and animals, firing them in the kiln and then painting them - the project changed and grew over time.”

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Craig Thornburn was integral at putting all the individual pieces together at the end to achieve the final art work. Janie says the result stunned all those involved.

“Everyone was so surprised and proud of what they achieved ... the overall impact was very powerful.”

The community art project was just one highlight during the festival. Other highlights included the Greytown Bike n Hike along the popular Greytown Rail Trail; the opening of Fernside Gardens, 20 acres of landscaped gardens that includes a rhododendron walk, ‘secret’ walled garden, native New Zealand garden and oak ‘cathedral’; and a twilight market. The Greytown Arts Festival is held every two years.

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Wines from Martinborough Directory If you would like to be part of this directory please contact Raewyn Watson 027 308 6071 Ata Rangi Puruatanga Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9570 Email: wines@atarangi.co.nz Web: atarangi.co.nz Not to drop by Ata Rangi on a visit to Martinborough would be akin to visiting the Louvre and missing the Mona Lisa.

One of New Zealand’s finest wineries - Gourmet Wine Traveller.

Julicher 301 Te Muna Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 8575 Email: info@julicher.co.nz Web: julicher.co.nz Multi award winning boutique winery producing Pinot Noir and a range of white wines from our 20 hectare vineyard.

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Brodie Estate 142 Dublin street, Martinborough. Ph 06 306 8835 Email: info@brodieestate.co.nz. Web: www.brodieestate.co.nz Enjoy 5 star Pinot Noir, wine flights with matched cheeses, Summer picnic baskets in the olive grove or on the Pavilion. See art works at the cellar door. Choose Sage Cottage for Grove accommodation. Open 11am to 5pm December to Easter, then weekends, holidays or by appointment. Closed Wednesdays and for Winter.

Martinborough Vineyard 57 Princess St, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9955 Email: winery@martinborough-vineyard.co.nz Web: martinborough-vineyard.co.nz Cellar Door open 7 days.

Home of the best Pinot Noir in the World (April 2011) and voted one of the Top NZ wineries by Decanter (2010)

Cambridge Road Vineyard 32 Cambridge Road, Martinborough Ph. 06 3068959/0275262069 Email: lance@cambridgeroad.co.nz “...a fast ascending star of Martinborough...” Meet the winemaker, sample gourmet produce and award winning bio-dynamic wines while enjoying our Summer courtyard. Open Fri-Sat 11am-5pm or by appointment all year round.

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M a r t i n b o r o u Murdoch James Estate Dry River Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9165 Email: info@murdoch-james.co.nz Web: murdochjames.co.nz Described as Martinboroughs best cellar door experience by many visitors. Enjoy our hospitality - wine sales, café, tours, picnics and functions all available. Wine tasting and sales every day between 11.am and 5pm.

Bloom restaurant open for lunch Thu-Mon 11.30 am - 3.30pm

COLOMBO WINEGROWERS 107 Todds Road, Martinborough, Ph: 027 815 0200/ 027 848 3512 Email: info@colombo.co.nz Web: www.colombo.co.nz New Winery and cellar door set amongst the vines. An intimate environment to taste our wines and enjoy Tapas style dishes, rain or shine. Available for small events. Opening mid-December 2014.

Cellar Door open most days and by appointment

Croft Wines 59 Kitchener Street, Martinborough. Ph: 0508 4 CROFT Email: sales@croft.co.nz Web: croft.co.nz Call by and meet the owners and enjoy the ambience of our Home Block Tasting Room, savour our full range of carefully handcrafted wines.

Palliser Wines Kitchener Street, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9019 Email: palliser@palliser.co.nz Web: palliser.co.nz Visit our cellar door to taste award winning Palliser & Pencarrow wines E S CA R P M E N T M A R T I N B O R O U G H

Haythornthwaite Wines 45 Omarere Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9889 Email: info@haythornthwaite.co.nz Web: haythornthwaite.co.nz Boutique family-owned vineyard located on the river terraces, offering the opportunity to taste Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer. Vineyard cottage to stay in.

HAMDEN ESTATE 214 Dry River Road, Martinborough. Ph 027 4848439 Email: info@hamdenestate.co.nz Visit our new cellar door on the Dry River Terraces to taste our range of white wines and Pinot Noir. We are open most weekends and public holidays or by appointment for tastings and sales.

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Schubert Wines 57 Cambridge Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 8505 Email: info@schubert.co.nz Web: schubert.co.nz A world search brought Kai Schubert to the Wairarapa.

The unique climate produces low yields. Internationally award winning wines with intense and complex character.

“I would go as far to say Kai & Marion make some of the most profound Pinot Noir on this planet from their tiny vineyards in Martinborough, Wairarapa.” – Curtis Marsh, The Wandering Palate, Singapore Te Kairanga Martins Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9122 TE KAI RANGA Email: Tk.cellardoor@ffw.co.nz Web: www.tkwine.co.nz Open 7 days for Wine tastings and sales.Taste our gorgeous wines with a selection of cheeses or bring your own picnic, relax and enjoy our friendly surroundings. Farmers¹ Markets First Sunday of every month December April.

The Elder Pinot 950 White Rock Road, Martinborough. Ph: 0272 222 772 Tastings are by appointment only.

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POPPIES MARTINBOROUGH 91 Puruatanga Road, Martinborough. Ph 06 306 8473 Email: info@poppiesmartinborough.co.nz. Web: poppiesmartinborough.co.nz It’s very personal, Poppy makes the wine and Shayne manages the vines.

It’s the only place you can find exclusive Poppies Martinborough wines.

Relax in the stylish tasting room or under a pergola with wine and a platter of local seasonal foods, absorbing the peace and beauty of the Martinborough landscape.

Coney Wines -Trio Café Dry River Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 8345 Email: info@coneywines.co.nz Web: coneywines.co.nz The quintessential vineyard experience, dining amongst the vines.

Delicious café cuisine matched with award-winning Coney wines.

Escarpment Vineyard 275 Te Muna Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 8305 Email: info@escarpment.co.nz Web: escarpment.co.nz Established by Larry McKenna and Robert Kirby to create tomorrow’s definitive new world Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling.

Margrain Vineyard Cnr Princess St and Huangarua Rd, Martinborough.

Ph: 06 306 9202 Email: wine@margrainvineyard.co.nz Web: margrainvineyard.co.nz. Open weekends and public holidays throughout the year. Onsite picturesque Vineyard Villas, conference facilities and The Vineyard Café.

Vynfields 22 Omarere Road, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9901 Email: info@vynfields.com Web: vynfields.com Join us for delicious gourmet platters, homemade soups and wine tasting. The only certified organic and biodynamic winery in Martinborough. Taste the difference.

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Atutahi 93 Cromarty Drive, Martinborough.

Phone: 06 306 8822 Email: info@atutahi.co.nz Web: www.atutahi.co.nz From guiding star to liquid gold! Atutahi produces delicious award- winning extra virgin olive oil from its grove set in a uniquely landscaped property designed with astronomy in mind.

Open by appointment only - please call first.

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Wolfies – Olive Oil & Art Studio 45 Oxford St, Martinborough. 06 3066 377 www.wolfies.co.nz Delightfully inspiring art studio, gallery and tasting room set within a gorgeous grove, producing national and international awardwinning extra virgin olive oil. Our oil is well balanced and bursting with grassy, herbaceous characters. Available online, at the Martinborough Wine Centre and onsite in the weekends when the OPEN sign is up.

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Ph: 06 306 8976 /021 461 640 Email: cdhadley@paradise.net.nz Award winning extra virgin olive oils. Visits to our grove and developing truffiere welcomed. Please phone first.

Verdale, 101 Cromarty Drive, Martinborough Ph: 06 306 8596 Email: verdale@xtra.co.nz.

Web: www.molive.co.nz Thirty seven awards, including five international, since we launched in 2004.

Talks and tastings available most days but please phone prior to arrival. Grove is situated behind the golf course at the end of Cromarty Drive one kilometre off of the Hinakura Road.

Juno Olives State Highway Tauherenikau. Ph:021 2806510 Email: info@juno-olives.co.nz.

Family owned, producing award-winning extra virgin olive oils, citrus oils and olives from our classic Mediterranean varieties.

Shop and tasting bar open weekends and public holidays. Tour groups by appointment.

136 Hinakura Road, RD4, Martinborough. Ph: 06 306 9074 Email: helen.meehan@xtra.co.nz. Web: www.olivo.co.nz Visit the oldest commercial olive grove in Martinborough and taste our award-winning extra virgin and hand crafted infused olive oils in the purpose-built tasting room. Learn how to make good food great from the owners. Open Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Other times by appointment.

Leafyridge 244 Daikins Rd, Carterton Ph: 06 370 2603 Web: www.leafyridge.co.nz We are a family owned business producing award winning extra virgin olive oils, as well as our new range of artisan produced infused oils. We supply extra virgin olive oil to some of the region’s finest restaurants, as well as regional retail outlets. Visitors are welcome at the grove.

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91 Loop Line,Opaki,7 km north of Masterton,on wine trail.

Ph: 06 370 3710 022 0104689 Email: sales@looplineolives.co.nz Web: www.looplineolives.co.nz Judged Best in Show at 2014 New Zealand Extra Virgin Olive Oil Awards.

Open for sales Thursday, Friday and Saturday.3.00-6.00pm.

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224 State Highway 53, Featherston Email: info@oriwa.co.nz Web:oriwa.co.nz Behind shelter trees and not easy to see from the highway the grove was planted in 2001. The current blend, produced from four varieties – Frantoio, Leccino, Pendilino and Piqual - has received prestigious quality certification from Olives New Zealand to signify that it has passed testing for both chemical analysis and taste excellence. Visit by appointment only.

12 River Grove Olives 138 Gordon Street, Masterton Ph/Fax: 06 370 3722. W: www.rivergrove.co.nz Open seven days. Please phone first. No eftpos/credit.

Our beautiful grove lies beside the Ruamahunga River.

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Olea Estate 185, Boundary Road, Featherston Ph: +64 6 308 8007 Mob: +64 27 442 9065 Email: info@oleaestate.com Web: www.oleaestate.com Olea Estate, a producer of one of New Zealand’s top extra virgin olive oils - as judged by the experts. Our oil, Olea Naturae proudly received the 2013 Logan Campbell Supreme Champion award. Our picturesque grove is nestled at the foot of the Tararua Ranges in Featherston, South Wairarapa and our olives are picked, pressed and bottled on site with passion and pride. For olive oil tasting and guided tours of the grove and the olive press - please phone us first to make a booking.

OPEN FOR SALES Saturday & Sunday 10.30-4.30

1931 SH2 Greytown Wairarapa tel: 06 304 8895 or 021 280 6510 www.juno-olives.co.nz E:info@juno-olives.co.nz

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Ph: 06 379 8563 E: info@gladstonevineyard.co.nz W: gladstonevineyard.co.nz The first and foremost vineyard in Gladstone. Enjoy award-winning wine and delicious food outside by the vines or inside by the cozy fire. Cellar door open Mon Sun 11am - 4.30pm, café open for lunch Fri - Sun all year round.

Johner Estate and Wine Centre

2 359 Dakins Road, Gladstone Ph 06 370 8217 E: johner@wise.net.nz W. johner-estate.com Johner Estate is a leading boutique winery nestled on the cliffs of the scenic Ruamahanga river.

Enjoy and taste handcrafted Burgundy style Johner wines.

We also showcase a wide range of regional products and local wines.

Open seven days 10am - 4.30pm.

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505 State Highway 2 (5 mins north of Masterton) RD11 Opaki Ph: 06 377 73 55 Mobile: 027 727 87 21 E: dot@weeredbarn.co.nz W: www.weeredbarn.co.nz You need to try our unique hand harvested wines. Made by awardwinning winemakers. Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Wee White, Cabernet Sauvignon and our great fruit wines, Strawberry and Blueberry. Shop hours: open seven days, 8am-6​pm.

Urlar

4 99 East Taratahi Road, Gladstone.

Ph: 06 370 1935 E: info@urlar.co.nz W: urlar.co.nz Urlar is a 30 hectare vineyard utilising organic and biodynamic practices. Our passion is to produce wines of structure, texture and complexity which speak of their origins.

Loopline Vineyard

5 Loopline,Opaki, Masterton.

Ph: 06 377 3353 E: info@loopline.co.nz W:loopline.co.nz A “boutique winery” situated on the Opaki Plains justoff State Highway 2 north of Masterton. We produce handcrafted award-winning wines in our small winery.

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Ph: 06 370 1000 E: jane.cooper@matahiwi.co.nz W: matahiwi.co.nz Specialising in Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, look out for Matahiwi Estate wines throughout the region or visit our website for information and mail order.

Corner of State Highway 2 and Wingate Road - 5km north of Masterton Ph 06 377 1746 E: info@paperrroad.co.nz W : www.paperroad.co.nz Winery, Bistro & Lounge B ​ ar. Paper Road is a specialist producer of Pinot Noir and aromatic white wines created from fruit grown on the single vineyard beneath the Tararua Ranges. From the growing of the grapes to the crafting and bottling of the wines - Paper Road Wines have been completely created at this location. The Bistro overlooks the vineyard under the Tararua Ranges, Lounge Bar, Wine Tastings, Winery tours by appointment, Family Friendly, Free WiFi. The food consists of fresh, simply prepared wine focused dishes. See website or call for opening hours - Bookings for lunch and dinner are recommended.

Blairpatrick Estate

9 E: wine@blairpatrick.co.nz W: blairpatrick.co.nz Small boutique Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris vineyard. Family owned and operated, this vineyard is producing a range of pinot noir, pinot gris and rose wines for your enjoyment. INTERNET SALES ONLY. Lansdowne Estate

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208 Gordon Street, Masterton 5810 P: (06) 3701292 E: hagars@xtra.co.nz W: lansdownewine.co.nz Only 3 kilometres from the main streets of Masterton. On the original site of Wairarapa’s first vineyard circa 1880. Winner of 6 international awards in two years, for our pinot gris, pinot noir and syrah.

Cool climate, single vineyard, Burgundy style wines. No added sugars, fish or egg clarifiers. Visitors always welcome. Please phone ahead so that we can come up from the vineyard to greet you. Single bottle or mixed cases welcomed.

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To get blue hydrangeas in the garden, aluminium, sulphur or some other acidifying element is usually present in the soil, but because we were growing in bark Laurie from Garden Barn I assume the acidifier was leached from the mix very early in the growing process, hence the pink hydrangeas. We could have added coffee grounds, fruit or vegetable peelings, oak leaves, or even grass clippings. But in our circumstance this is not a practical way of solving our PH problem. It does however highlight the importance of monitoring PH levels.

Soil pH is an indication of the acidity or alkalinity of soil and is measured in pH units. The pH scale goes from 0 to 14 with pH 7 as the neutral point. As the amount of hydrogen ions in the soil increases, the soil pH decreases thus becoming more acidic. From pH 7 to 0 the soil is increasingly more acidic and from pH 7 to 14 the soil is increasingly more alkaline.

Measuring Soil pH Soil pH provides various clues about soil properties and is easily determined. The usual method of determining soil pH is by a pH meter, available from any good garden centre There may be considerable variation in the soil pH from one spot in a garden to another. To determine the average soil pH it is necessary to collect soil from several locations and combine into one sample.

PH Affects Nutrients, Minerals and Growth The effect of soil pH is great on the solubility of minerals or nutrients.

Fourteen of the seventeen essential plant nutrients are obtained from the soil. Before a nutrient can be used by plants it must be dissolved in the soil solution. Most minerals and nutrients are more soluble or available in acid soils than in neutral or slightly alkaline soils.

Some acid soils (pH 4.0-5.0) can have high concentrations of soluble aluminum, iron and manganese which may be toxic to the growth of some plants. A pH of 6.3 promotes the most ready availability of plant nutrients. If you are eating your own vege’s you need to ensure your plants are getting maximum amount of nutrients.

Some plants, such as azaleas, rhododendrons, blueberries, white potatoes and conifer trees, tolerate strong acid soils and grow well. Some plants do well only in slightly acid to moderately alkaline soils. However, a slightly alkaline (pH 7.4-7.8) or higher pH soil can cause a problem with the availability of iron and can cause chlorosis (severe yellowing) of the leaves which will put the plant under stress leading to decline in general health and eventual death.

Soil pH also influences plant growth by its effect on activity of beneficial bacteria that decompose soil organic matter and are hindered in acid soils. This prevents organic matter from breaking down, resulting in an accumulation of organic matter and the tie up of nutrients, particularly nitrogen, that are held in the organic matter.

Changes in Soil pH Soils become acidic as a result of rainwater which leaches away basic ions (calcium, magnesium, potassium and sodium) and mulching, which releases carbon dioxide from decomposing organic matter and root respiration dissolving in soil water to form a weak organic acid, and the formation of strong organic and inorganic acids, such as nitric and sulfuric acid, from decaying organic matter and oxidation of ammonium and sulfur fertilisers.

Strongly acid soils are usually the result of the action of these strong organic and inorganic acids.

Lime is usually added to acid soils to increase soil pH. The addition of lime replaces hydrogen ions and raises soil pH, thereby eliminating most major problems associated with acid soils, but also provides two nutrients, calcium and magnesium to the soil. Lime also makes phosphorus that is added to the soil more available for plant growth and increases the availability of nitrogen by hastening the decomposition of organic matter.

The best lime to use is Dolomite lime from ground limestone high in magnesium. The amount of lime to apply to correct a soil acidity problem is affected by a number of factors, including soil pH, texture (amount of sand, silt and clay), structure, and amount of organic matter. In addition to soil variables the crops or plants to be grown influence the amount of lime needed.

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