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Seeing red...

Hi everyone, Labour Weekend has come and gone and we all know what that means – the Christmas countdown has begun with local malls already putting up decorations and social calendars filling fast with festive appointments.

It really has put me in a good mood because of late I’ve been grumpy – about red light runners at the intersection of Ti Rakau and Edgewater Drives.

Television personality Kate Rodger is well known for her movie reviews and celebrity interviews. This month EastLife asks the woman who has lived in some of the world’s most vibrant cities, yet still regards Howick as ‘home’, about her role as a film reviewer and entertainment reporter – see page 6.

Cover photo Wayne Martin

Usually I have no real gripe when a motorist catches the ‘orange’ just as it changes but I do object to the countless number of cars that blatantly drive through red, yes red, lights at Edgewater Drive shops. It’s just so dangerous.

The offenders are mostly motorists travelling from East Tamaki towards The Plaza. At this junction there is quite a distance from the white

stopping line, past the Edgewater exit, then over a controlled pedestrian crossing to the other side.

Yet, just as cars are exiting into Ti Rakau Drive, and school students or elderly residents are stepping onto the crossing, someone whizzes through often going no further than the queue halted on the other side.

There has been talk of red light cameras in the future and I would welcome one here. I am past being tolerant. In fact, the other day when I blew my verbal top, my passenger was quick to accuse me of road rage, telling me I was just as bad.

Well, I was not. I merely voiced an expletive or two and put no one in danger.

and reckless offending as to put lives and property (ie vehicles) at risk. Perhaps the nice officer who occasionally parks at the intersection of Botany Rd and Te Irirangi/Ti Rakau Drives, might spend a bit of time down the other end handing out tickets. I’ll give you a wave!

Now that’s got that off my chest, I shall enter into the spirit of goodwill and get cracking on my Christmas shopping – you too I hope.

See you next month,

We condone outrage about many things in society especially when proprieties are offended. Yet we condemn rage (I am not talking actions here) over such blatant

Helen Perry Editor

This month...

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out & about

EastLife photographers around the town

10-11 what’s where Local happenings around and about

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interview

Photography: Wayne Martin

Dr Jim Salinger’s prescription for enduring a warmer world

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Former Pakuranga United rugby player James Arlidge kicks off new career

16-17 artisan Carver Mark Jones stumps up rare project

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Loads of prizes up for grabs including a health appraisal from be well clinic valued at $600

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• Top travel tips • Short break to Rotorua • Essential items for Christmas

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• Covertogs – innovative designer • Mikko Shoes arrives at Pakuranga Plaza

• Perfect prints for summer

• Nail, nails, nails

• Healthy summer eating

47-50 food • Waiheke Olive & Artisan Food festival • Ajay’s latest recipe

51-61 home

• Christine Bull’s perspective on summer colours • Outdoor rooms – stylish al fresco living

• Sunnyhills garden features in Designfest tour

• Books

• Regular columnists Bill Potter, Richard Galbraith, Greg Roy and Nick Neben

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eastlife | interview

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Ten questions in ten minutes with

Kate Rodger

It could be said Kate Rodger’s role as entertainment reporter, TV3 Film3 reviewer and host of Reel Late with Kate, has taken her from hometown Howick to ‘infinity and beyond!’. But for all the encounters with overseas ‘stars’ she remains fiercely proud of her local roots and of homegrown movies.

Your present role has been described as your dream job – is this still true and what is it that makes you love it so much?

It really is still true! I am now combining motherhood with work after the surprise arrival of my son Max (now 11 months old). I’ve been back at work since he was 6 months old. I have such a supportive hands-on Baby Daddy that I have still been able to travel away for interviews and film premieres – it’s been great getting parental advice from the likes of Sandra Bullock! And there is nothing quite like the feeling of burying myself in a dark cinema watching movies all day.

Who is the most famous person you have interviewed and who has been the most interesting?

There are of course degrees of fame according to the fans concerned.

When I interviewed Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart from Twilight they were the most talked-about people on the planet.

But when it comes to long-term and well-deserved fame, I suspect Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are certainly up there, with Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep and Sir Peter Jackson.

To date what has been the best and the worst movie you have seen?

Now that’s SUCH a hard question!

Rather depends on my mood to be honest – but always lurking near the top of my Favourites List is definitely Sergio Leone’s Once Upon a Time in the West, usually followed by Star Wars: A New Hope. My worst movie is anything starring Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider together.

Is New Zealand’s culture sufficiently reflected on screen and what directions would you like the New Zealand film industry to take?

I do think our stories are being told on the big screen and I love that those stories are now winning at the

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box office. I also love that they have become so much more reflective of our diverse cultural makeup. Sione’s Wedding, Boy, My Wedding and Other Secrets, all represent different parts of being Kiwi and all such an excellent accessible watch.

Do you judge New Zealand films in a different light from Hollywood blockbusters and how do you deal with viewers who knock your views?

We can’t help but judge our own differently – I wouldn’t be honest with myself, or you, if I said I didn’t judge New Zealand films differently from the latest Hollywood offering. Just being Kiwi automatically enables us to relate better to our own stories (or judge them more harshly!), therefore giving us a different experience than someone from beyond our shores.

But when it comes to rating them for review purposes, it’s very important to me that I judge them alongside any other film on offer – it would be disrespectful to our filmmakers not to do so. We have matured so much as a cinema-imbibing nation; the cringe factor has well and truly gone. When it comes to readers’ views, I love the way movies prompt such different responses. It’s a reminder we are all individuals with our own tastes and passions! I almost prefer animated discourse on a film where we are both in disagreement – far more interesting!

Away from the cinema screen and the world of entertainment/movie celebrities, what is your favourite form of relaxation?

Right now, with an 11 month old in the house, my only chosen form of relaxation is SLEEP! If you could become head of broadcasting for a day (or a week) what changes would you make?

I would pay me heaps more money?

I would also put much more money into local film and television drama production.

If you could invite three people to dinner – dead or alive, who would they be and why?

Jack Nicolson (to tell ribald Hollywood stories), Ryan Gosling (to flirt with), Audrey Hepburn (to just be with Audrey).

You spent several years in both London and New York, would you consider going back to live/work in either of those cities or elsewhere overseas?

London is my second home (after Howick) and I love visiting. It’s such a vibrant cultural epicentre and will always, without fail, charge my batteries but after 8 years living there, I wouldn’t want to live there again. New York on the other hand – if I won Lotto this week the first thing I would do? Rent an apartment in the

East Village and ship Max and my Baby Daddy there for a year!

Your family is still very much a part of Howick and has been for all of your life – do you still consider this district home or is Howick just a special part of your past?

Howick will always feel like home and will always personify my childhood.

It was a wonderful place to grow up, and I have loved watching it mature into a cosmopolitan village full of life.

I visit my Dad as often as I can and love taking Max back to my home turf. My mother Pauline is buried beside the Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in the heart of the village. She loved Howick more than any of us.

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the crossing unveiled Brilliant weather, a buoyant crowd and an energetic performance by the creative dance group from Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate marked the opening of The Crossing, at Highbrook Business Park. The Prime Minister, the Rt Hon John Key and John Dakin, Goodman NZ, unveiled the commemorative plaque. EastLife’s WAYNE MARTIN was there.

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highland park fundraising gala Families flocked to Highland Park to see it transform into a colourful romping playground for a day last month as part of the Countdown Kids Hospital Fundraising Gala. EastLife photographer Janet Keeling was there to snap gleeful smiles and watch the action unfold.

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zonta awards Members of the Zonta Club of East Auckland turned out in style for the club’s inaugural awards evening at The Lounge in Howick.

1. Allan Chan and daughter Emily, winner of the Year 12 Young Woman Leadership Award 2. Zonta East Auckland president Robyn Fox and Sharon Yee 3. Jill Poppelwell and Jeanette Roberts

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november 2013 ➤ FOOD Taste of Auckland November 14-17, Victoria Park Heralding the start of summer with a stellar line up of celebrity chefs and the who’s who of Auckland’s culinary scene, Taste is a foodtasting journey to be reckoned with. Try signature dishes from Auckland’s finest restaurants and take a leaf out of the books of experts in masterclasses and live demonstrations. Soak up the great music and festival atmosphere with a drink in hand and delight in the fresh bounty of NZ’s top food producers. Tickets $25 per person; available from www.iticket.co.nz Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival November 23 & 24, 11am-5pm As spring draws to a close, those amorous in pursuit of the perfect ‘virgin’ will find fuel for the senses at Rangihoua Estate on Waiheke Island. From free tastings of some of the finest Waiheke 2013 extra virgin olive oils, to seminars, food, wine and entertainment, the Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival offers a weekend replete with revelry.

Visit www.rangihoua.co.nz for more information. Tickets – adults $15, children admitted free of charge.

High Socie-Tea November 17, 1pm-4pm, The Floating Pavilion, Viaduct Sit down to a frivolous afternoon tea of delectable bites and bubbles and be entertained by famous personalities Denise L’Estrange Corbet and daughter Pebbles Hooper.

A Diabetes NZ Auckland ambassador and fashion doyenne, Denise will humour with her hard and fast rules of fashion do’s and don’ts and Pebbles will share her journey of living with type 1 diabetes. Tickets $65 per person or $600 for a table of 10; ph 623 2508 to book.

➤ THEATRE & MUSIC Kiwifruits – Fun-filled Comedy by Carl Nixon & Craig Cooper November 9-30, Howick Little Theatre In this hilarious free-wheeling Kiwi version of the Cinderella story, Fay Gay tells fellow performer Tatiana the story of how the Castle Road Tavern was saved from ruin by being transformed from a traditional working men’s pub into a venue for spectacular drag shows. Note: contains adult themes, mild swearing, outrageous drag queens and platform shoes. Not suitable for children.

Tickets, $28 per person; phone 534 1406 to book.

Grease November 2-17, Harlequin Musical Theatre A Broadway hit and box office movie of epic proportions, Grease transfixed audiences with its simple tale of ‘bad boy’ Danny and ‘the girl next door’ Sandy falling in love. So now it’s time to dust off the leather jackets, pull on those bobby-socks and take a trip back in time to that magical moment. Throw your mittens around

your kittens and hand-jive the night away with the show that’ll make you want to stand up and shout, ‘A-wopbop-a-loo-bop A-wop-bam-boom!’

Tickets $32 per person; see www. harlequinmusicaltheatre.co.nz

for from cars and boats, to hobby equipment and electronic gadgetry, this event is for those who want to be in tune with the latest and greatest fun fare. Entry is $20 per person; see bigboystoys.co.nz

Taylor Swift – The Red Tour November 29-Dec 1, 7pm, Vector Arena It’s a love story, baby... American country pop princess Taylor Swift will cast her love spell on Kiwi audiences with her blockbuster world tour. A 7-time Grammy winner, the young singer will entertain with elaborate costumes, dancers, aerialists and changing sets. Tickets from ticketmaster.co.nz

Auckland Retro Fair November 10, 10am-5pm, Alexandra Park Raceway Live in the past? Love vintage? Then head for the Auckland Retro Fair for a treasure trove of old and new but oldlooking goodies including antiques, genuine retro furniture, clothing, china, jewellery, collectible Bakelite, paintings, glass, clocks, watches and lots more. Entry – $7 per person.

➤ EXPOS & EXHIBITIONS Big Boys Toys November 8-10, 10am-6pm, ASB Showgrounds Here’s one for the blokes! Crank up those motors and head straight for Big Boys Toys, the ultimate male lifestyle show. Featuring everything a boy or grown man could ever wish

Auckland Art & Craft Fair November 30, 11am-3pm, Aotea Centre The annual Auckland Art & Craft Fair is back to satisfy Aucklanders’ creative cravings with a host of New Zealand’s best independent designers, artists, jewellers and crafters showcasing their wares for one day only. See aucklandfair. blogspot.co.nz

Art Exhibit & Mini-Market November 22 & 23, 10am4pm, Dannemora Gardens Support local talent and delight in an extensive display of original paintings by artists from the Howick Art Group and Dannemora Gardens’ Art Group. While there, check out the MiniMarket on Friday, from 10am12pm. Featuring numerous local stallholders offering gifts, accessories, fresh produce, sweet treats, Christmas decorations, baby clothes, and arts and crafts galore, there’s something unique to be found for everyone.

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events | eastlife ➤ CHARITY Harcourts Sailing Regatta for Hospice November 15, 9am-6pm, Bucklands Beach Yacht Club Show support for Totara Hospice South Auckland whilst revelling in sunshine on board a skippered yacht.

Tickets $195 per person and includes a seat on a regatta yacht, cooked buffet brekkie, picnic lunch with wine and beer, a day pack, BBQ burger buffet. Prize giving and post race entertainment. The burger buffet plus drink voucher (kicks off at 3pm) is also available for $25 per person. See hospice.co.nz/regatta

➤ festivities Midnight Madness November 15, Howick Village Shop till you drop – Howick retailers, bars and eateries all open until midnight. Here’s a chance to steal a march on festive gift buying.

Entertainment, specials, Christmas lights all wrapped up in the spirit of peace and joy. Head into Howick for your spot of Midnight Madness.

Howick Santa Parade November 30, 11am, Howick Village It’s time to fly your Santa flags because Father Christmas is set

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to sleigh locals when he rides into town at the tail of this year’s Howick Santa Parade. Floats, bands, dancers, acrobats, musicians and groups of every sort will precede the king of Christmas as this colourful annual event parades up Picton Street. A wonderful family day. Be there to enjoy the festivities.

➤ GARDEN Parnell Festival of Roses November 16-17, 10.30am-4pm, Parnell Rose Gardens Celebrate spring with resplendent roses in full bloom at the Parnell Rose Gardens. View horticultural demos, browse market stalls or grab a bite to eat whilst enjoying free entertainment, children’s activities as well as a show by media personality and entomologist Ruud “The Bugman” Kleinpaste.

Waiheke Island Garden Safari November 8-10 Here’s a chance for garden enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of 13 private Waiheke gardens.

Massive plant sale, gourmet treats and entertainment too for a good cause. The Garden Safari benefits the Jassy Dean Trust which helps Waiheke families with sick children.

Start the weekend with a preview of six of the gardens and then enjoy drinks, a light supper and entertainment at the Waiheke Art in the Garden art auction on Friday with John Hawkesby. Auction and preview tickets, $85; garden tour tickets, $35.

SeaLink offer – tickets, two people and a car for just $180. See facebook. com/jassydeantrust Sweet Pea Festival and Garden Party November 23 & 24, 10am-5pm, Highwic See the late Alfred Buckland’s beautiful garden transformed into a floral extravaganza at the weekend long Sweet Pea Festival. International guest and sweet pea breeder Dr Keith Hammett will lead two garden tours (11.30am and 2.30pm) as part of the Garden Party (3pm-6pm) on November 24. Live music, lawn games and prizes for best dressed.

Entry to Highwic and gardens, $10 or $15 for entry and a Dr Hammett tour.

Tickets to both festival and party, $40 includes a drink and mezze platter.

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➤ Markets Howick Village Market Every Saturday, 8.30am-12.30pm, Picton St, Howick

Classy Crafts Every Saturday, 9am-1pm, All Saints Community Centre, Cook St, Howick Aotearoa Crafts Every Saturday, 9am-4pm, Sunset Tce, Botany Town Centre, Botany Pine Harbour Fresh Market Every Saturday, 8am-12pm, Pine Harbour Marina, Jack Lachlan Dr, Beachlands Clevedon Village Farmers’ Market Every Sunday, 8.30am-12pm, Clevedon Showgrounds, Monument Rd, Clevedon Clevedon Village Market Every Sunday, 9am-2pm, Clevedon Community Centre, 1 PapakuraClevedon Rd, Clevedon Pakuranga Night Market Every Saturday night, 6pm12midnight, under The Warehouse, Pakuranga Plaza

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Higher climes Bob Dylan said: “you don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.” However, as JON RAWLINSON discovered, to ensure we’re not left blowin’ in the wind, it pays to prepare for our planet’s changing climate.

Long-time Pakuranga local, Dr Jim Salinger, agrees that simple facts are plain for all to understand but in the case of global warming, as with the winds of politics, analysis is crucial.

“You probably do [need a weatherman] to interpret the deeper meaning of climate change so we can be prepared to deal with what’s in store for us all,” says Jim. A pioneer of climate change research, the editor/co-writer of a new book, Living in a Warmer World, says his passion for the subject grew from the ground up.

“When I was little I was fascinated by the veggie garden. When my parents gave me a maximum/minimum thermometer I began recording temperatures, built a climate station, installed a rain gauge and kept a weather log,” he says.

“Gardening is great. I’m never disappointed; I don’t mind when it’s dry, pelts with rain, it’s hot or cold; unlike the share market, it doesn’t matter if the climate goes up or down!”

During his university years, Jim seemed destined for medicine; however the winds of change took him in a different direction.

“I could have gone to medical school and I spent four years conducting medical research, but when I wrote a paper on climate, everybody said, ‘Jim, are you sure you’re doing the right thing?’ So I went down that route instead.”

After studying at Otago University, Jim pursued his PHD in Climate Science at the University of Victoria in the 1970s.

This included study at the Climatic Research Unit at the University of East Anglia (UEA) in Norwich, England.

“I didn’t have any prejudices, we weren’t talking about global warming then; I just wanted to find out what was happening in our region.”

In 1994, Jim moved to Auckland where he used his divine-ing knowledge to locate a new place to hang his hat.

“We settled in Pakuranga for a mix of reasons – if you look at the climate it is actually sunnier and drier in the east of Auckland. I’ve studied rainfall patterns around Auckland and it does depend on where the rain is coming from whether it’s better or worse here but we love it.”

A highlight of Jim’s career came when, together with Al Gore, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for work on climate change in 2007.

“There were a lot of authors, approximately 2,500, but it was wonderful to be a part of and receive recognition.”

While global warming may be a tempestuous subject, perhaps the most turbulent times for Jim occurred when he was controversially sacked from the National Institute of Weather and Atmosphere (NIWA) in 2009.

“I was let go for unauthorised media contact. Before the appointment of a new CEO, I had always been entrusted to talk about climate and the weather with the media, over the period of 25 years. For some reason, the new CEO didn’t want me to do it.

“There was a media storm of biblical proportions when I was let go! The Saturday Herald wrote in its editorial ‘Sacking of Salinger a Step Too Far’.

There were even questions in the House,” Jim says. “It was a clash of personalities but that’s the past and I’ve moved on.”

“Back then, people were carrying on about the Northern Hemisphere, records weren’t that good and there were stories of an impending ice age.

Looking to the horizon, Jim is busy with the release of Living in a Warmer World and other research projects.

“When I arrived at UEA we started putting global temperature records together properly and saw there was more to it. I discovered warming was occurring in New Zealand,” he says.

“I’m working on a glacier paper – calculating how much ice has been lost since the European explorers first arrived – and also on South Pacific clouds and winds. I’ll be

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The globe is much warmer than it’s ever been in human history. Climate change has huge effects, be it on livestock, crops, fisheries or health.”

writing a paper on what’s happening with climate extremes, focusing particularly on the loss of frosts.”

“It’s about what has happened as the globe has warmed – looking at rainfall, sea levels, glaciers, biodiversity, crops, livestock, fisheries, viticulture and more – and what is likely to happen in the future.

“While there are plenty of texts for the experts on the subject of climate change, we wanted to write something that goes into some depth and has some substance, but could be understood by the layperson.”

Last year, Jim was the visiting professor at Stanford University and next year will be the visiting scholar at the University of Tasmania, with the Institute of Marine and Antarctic Science.

Although the book highlights some alarming statistics from shrinking glaciers to rising sea levels, Dr Salinger does have a prescription for enduring the changing of the world.

“I’m now semi-retired, but I still conduct a lot of climate research,” he says. “I view scientists like old soldiers, they never die, they only fade away!”

“The linkage is there. The globe is much warmer than it’s ever been in human history. Climate change has huge effects, be it on livestock, crops, fisheries or health,” he says.

Global warming not just hot air

“But there are a lot of little things we can do, from energy saving and insulation, to using public transport and renewable electricity.

Climate expert, Dr Jim Salinger, prescribes prevention rather than cure when it comes to our environment. However, after decades studying climate change, his new book, Living in a Warmer World, seeks to help readers understand how the planet is changing and its effect on us all.

Jim says leading experts in various fields contributed to the book.

“Mahatma Gandhi said: ‘Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.’ It’s up to us to make the difference. We need leadership from the top, and support from the grassroots. We must let leaders know this is what we want.”

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Recently returning to New Zealand, former Pakuranga United first five, James Arlidge, looks back on a globetrotting career which took him to Japan, the UK and back again.

He gives the ‘low down’ about his experiences to JON RAWLINSON. While 1.87 metres does not a giant make, James Arlidge has stood head and shoulders above many during a career that led him from Pakuranga to represent Japan at the 2011 Rugby World Cup. He says, while some players in Japan may be shorter in stature, they are colossal in their determination.

“In Japan, they don’t have the same natural size so body position is very low. I know guys who were surprised at how they were getting their knees and ankles taken out!

“Japanese rugby players do everything at 100 miles an hour and are massively fit; they work and train hard so it’s a fast game.”

James began playing rugby for Pakuranga United at age six and went on to represent Auckland, Northland,

Otago, the Blues, Highlanders, New Zealand Barbarians and New Zealand Maori. Despite an impressive start, he chose to pursue options abroad, joining NTT Docomo Kansai in 2004.

“I was offered a job and thought it would be an interesting challenge. It promised a great experience for my wife, Anna, and I and we were keen to head overseas,” he says.

“You definitely earn more money than you do playing in New Zealand, that’s for sure, but the money’s not as big overseas as some people think it is. The attraction was more about the chance to experience other cultures and see the world.”

After a four-year stint in Japan, James moved to the United Kingdom, playing first for Newport Gwent Dragons and later Nottingham R.F.C.

But a midstream call from an All Black icon took him back to both the Land of the Rising Sun and the Land of the Long White Cloud.

“When John Kirwan called and asked if I’d be interested in joining [the Japanese international team] I was excited. The chance to play test rugby for a country that I’d grown to love made me proud and I was also thrilled that Kirwan was interested in me playing,” he says.

Although he knew selection for Japan – on residency grounds – would effectively put an end to any chance of representing the All Blacks, James carries no regrets about the decision.

“I had been away from New Zealand for years and I guess those [All Black] dreams die when you leave these shores.

“As a kid you watch the All Blacks and the Haka – and think you’re pretty good at it! – but I was quite pragmatic. You do your best and if you’re not picked, you’re not picked.

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Coming almost full circle, James can often be seen these days at his old stomping ground, Bell Park.

“I’m very fond of Pakuranga United and was thrilled to see them win the Gallaher Shield,” he says. “I’ve spent a bit of time down at the club since I’ve been back. My brother, Gareth has been playing as well, so I’m certainly a fan.”

James concedes his allegiances are now mixed when it comes to international rugby. Speaking to him last month, he was looking forward to the November 2 All Blacks, Japan clash in Tokyo.

leaving or not playing for the All Blacks. It was just something that had passed me by.”

Back home for the Rugby World Cup in 2011 James donned the Cherry Blossom, rather than the Silver Fern.

“It proved a highlight, particularly our first game against France in Albany in front of a vocal crowd including loads of friends and family,” he says.

James played in three of Japan’s four games, making a big impact in the first game but missing selection for the clash against the All Blacks.

“Initially I was disappointed, but coaches make decisions based on what’s best for the team. We were playing Tonga days later, which was a big match and I guess there was more chance of beating them. It would have been a massive thrill to play

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I’ll be cheering the Japanese boys for sure!

It’ll be near impossible for them [to beat the All Blacks] but I hope they go well, at least.”

against the All Blacks, but it wasn’t to be.”

On hanging up his boots, James and family left his last posting with Nottingham in the UK to return to New Zealand in June.

“I’d been playing rugby for quite a long time and it was time to retire.

It wasn’t an easy decision to leave Nottingham, it’s a great place and we had a good group of friends, but our son Niko starts school next year and the grandparents are pretty keen to see him and Koby (1) grow up so it made sense,” he says.

It’s a numbers game Frankly, it’s hard to be perfect.

All Black prop Ben Franks, was downhearted when Hawkes Bay won the Ranfurly Shield in September, mistakenly thinking his team was a point behind rather than a point ahead.

However, former Pakuranga United and Japan international first five, James Arlidge says during his career and since, he has always been sure to play by the numbers.

“Personally, I was always careful to know what was happening, but I think we first fives know the score all the time anyway; not so sure about props, though!” he quips.

Putting numbers on the board has been a priority for James during a distinguished rugby career, and since returning to New Zealand earlier this year, it’s a trend that’s set to

continue, albeit in a different arena.

The Auckland University Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Property graduate now works for financial services company, Deloitte.

“We look after small to medium businesses, preparing financial statements, tax returns and business advice,” he says. “It’s something I’ve always been interested in. I’m pretty keen to become a chartered accountant and this is a good environment in which to achieve that.

“When I left school, rugby wasn’t my main focus but then it took off, so my career took a back seat. I think it’s hugely important for sportspeople to plan for a life after sport. However, if you’ve played for a long time, the transition can be tough although any form of study will show willingness to work afterwards and having a degree is going to help.”

To ensure he was fit for the cut and thrust of finance, James undertook refresher courses.

“There was a stage when I couldn’t remember what papers I’d done, let alone what was in them! I’ve done some courses, just to refresh my memory. There’s a lot that comes back, but things change too. The added study has certainly helped.”

James believes the competitive environment of professional rugby will help him in his new career.

“I think there are skills that work for both. Dealing with people, time management, being motivated in achieving goals, all are useful. As a rugby player you need to learn these as well, so all of those things are transferable into business.”

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Doodlewood dream come true It’s best not to interrupt Mark Jones when he has a chainsaw in his grasp but the local artisan downed tools to tell his tale to JACKIE RUSSELL. Creativity can be all-consuming for carver, Mark Jones. Twists and turns of smoke, the curve of an ear or the grain of timber constantly inspire him to pull the starter cord on his chainsaw and start a new work of art.

His imaginative drive is insatiable and what others may see as an old tree stump , he sees as a potential hideaway for children, a face or a curvaceous three-dimensional doodle that begs to be touched.

“Years ago I wanted to carve an old tree stump in Cockle Bay and another on farmland in Whitford but they never eventuated. At last I’ve found the perfect place and project and everything is coming together.”

At the entrance to Hawthorn Dene Historic Country Café in Botany Road, Mark is carving The Grandfather and creating quite a buzz.

When his Stihl chainsaw rips into action you can almost feel the testosterone stirring up the neighbourhood and men come wandering along to see what’s going on.

Mark made the first cut into the trunk, stretching three metres above the ground, on his mother’s birthday, Sunday, September 29.

When the weather co-operates he’s working on the sculpture from Tuesday to Saturday until January 31,

2014 which is his father’s birthday.

“Most of my work is made for displaying indoors so, in carving The Grandfather I’m learning as I go along.”

Mark grew up in England and wasn’t a big fan of school where he spent most of the day dreaming or doodling. He had a hard time because he stuttered and his survival strategy was to keep quiet.

When he left school he could barely read or write but he loved working with wood. In 1984 he started making rocking horses for esteemed British company, Stevenson Brothers.

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Mark’s claim to fame was carving rocking horses for the late Princess Diana and Princess Beatrice, and he was involved in the making of a 12-horse carousel for the Sultan of Brunei – just to mention a few.

He carved in his spare time and Mark also developed his artistic skill with an electric chainsaw and other power tools. His creations are smooth, detailed and they bear no hint of the machinery that carefully yields such fine workmanship.

Before he left England Mark spent two years crafting The Doodlewood Chair, a mystical, three-metre masterpiece that would look right at home in a Peter Jackson movie but

still has no fixed abode. It’s a little like Mark, who has moved around Howick and currently resides in a temporary man-shed on a Papakura farm.

He cooks with one gas hob and covers the cost of rent by feeding the pigs each day before he heads to Botany to work on The Grandfather.

“I’ve achieved a lot over the years and I want children and teenagers to see what you can do if you put your mind to it. Life can be tough and knock you back but you have to follow your dreams and make things happen.”

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here and there to put dinner on the table but The Grandfather is finally the huge project he’s searched for to give to the community.

Mark carves smaller items to earn a dollar and some are currently exhibited at A Piece of Work Gallery and Uxbridge Creative Arts Centre.

A Creative New Zealand grant is helping him survive while he works on The Grandfather.

His generous spirit is as irrepressible as his imagination and throughout the years Mark has donated a rocking horse to Starship Children’s Hospital for fundraising and most recently he donated chairs to Habitat for Humanity.

One was stolen in a cheeky and soul-destroying theft. The chair sold on Trade Me and men fronted up with their truck and collected the chair.

The problem was – they weren’t the rightful owners and the unique chair was never seen again.

Before commencing work on The Grandfather, Mark spent Saturdays at an outdoor studio at Bot Pots, Botany South carving and demonstrating his skill. He now has a student who is learning under his [Mark’s] patient guidance.

Art lovers may also have caught Mark in action at Arts Festival Out East 2012 when he entered the sculpture symposium and in October this year he was a guest judge at Eastern Inspirations’ Artscape at Howick.

When The Grandfather is completed Mark will be tackling three massive macrocarpa stumps donated to Habitat for Humanity in Ormiston Road, East Tamaki.

“It’s a long shot but the final carving may go to Habitat for Humanity in Los Angeles for them to auction.

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Nanette Cameron, founder of the Nanette Cameron School of Interior Design at Te Tuhi the Centre for Arts in Pakuranga has been presented with the 2013 Resene Award for Lifetime Achievement. HELEN PERRY talks to this renowned interior designer and tutor.

www.eastlife.co.nz Nanette Cameron’s design influence goes far beyond the hundreds of students she has taught over the past 40 years.

It reaches into homes and buildings across the nation and overseas. Her teaching of interior design principles and her encouragement of students to use their imagination to develop and expand their skills and overall design philosophy have carried to all quarters of the arts arena.

Some would call her inspirational; others an institution. And, indeed, she is both. Diminutive in stature, she is as slim as she was 50 years ago and her contemporary dress moves with the times as does her ability to grasp and appreciate new directions in interior design, architecture, the visual arts and life in general.

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While she appreciates the past and its influence on the present, her focus is on the future. But she is savvy enough to recognise that many trends come full circle – “sometimes several times over” – and some move only in small increments, a whole decade passing before real change is noticeable.

“For example, the Milan Furniture Fair doesn’t always feature dramatic shifts in style but then, suddenly, 10 years down the track, one sees a total evolution in design,” she says.

And no one could accuse Nanette of being slow to accept change. She occupied her Pakuranga home for the best part of 50 years. Yet, when the time came to downsize, she embraced a move to the city.

“I just love the vitality of living in Freeman’s Bay,” she says. “I can walk to the city, the cinemas, the art gallery, Ponsonby and more. There is so much happening, I just love it.”

And now at an age when some people might be easing up on work and travel, Nanette does neither.

She is at Te Tuhi most days of the week and makes at least one overseas trip every year, either to a new destination with challenging design concepts or to a country where she has warm memories.

Most trips include delving into wider design trends which may encompass anything from textiles to glass.

Nanette has visited the Milan Furniture Fair a number of times and still takes interior design tours for her graduated students to Melbourne and Sydney. “These are an inspirational annual event which enables students to see cutting edge design, the result of years of meeting the top architects and designers,” she says.

The design school which remained

independent for more than 40 years is now under the umbrella of the Te Tuhi Centre for the Arts with James McCarthy its director.

However, Nanette is still involved, her love of imparting knowledge and communicating, keeping her at the forefront of her field.

Ask her where she sees interior design at present and she replies: “It comes in two aspects – style and technology. For example, lighting, an important part of any building, has made giant advances and today, is a combination of art and technology.”

Interiors, she adds have reached a stage where rules no longer sway and people are free to show their individuality and mix things up – sentimental objects from the past with the best of new ideas.

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Masterly display of the country’s most prominent interior design consultants.

Her own career began with a Home Science degree, then on travelling to London, she revelled in a vastly different world of design. On return to home she worked for New Zealand’s first interior design firm, Hurdley’s of Auckland.

“I also wrote interior design articles for a number of magazines during the ’70s and ’80s,” she says, but is quietly dismissive of the suggestion that she is quite extraordinary.

nanette cameron Milan Fair was outstanding but definitely quirky.”

Interestingly, Nanette was one of a small band of women who worked tirelessly to establish what was the Pakuranga Community and Cultural Centre (now Te Tuhi) and later the Iris Fisher Gallery within the centre.

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Her early classes weren’t about training designers, but aimed at giving women the confidence to decorate their own homes and expand their horizons.

Over time, the scope and calibre of the courses developed and, as a result, Nanette has trained some

Yet everything Nanette has done suggests she is just that. Her specialist knowledge is staggering, she retains unfettered enthusiasm for the arts and she warmly admits she still loves the involvement with students.

“It gives me enormous pleasure to travel and to research upcoming trends and even greater joy at being able to share the outcomes. I’m not ready to give up yet.”

Receiving the 2013 Resene Award for Lifetime Achievement was testament to interior designer and former Pakuranga resident Nanette Cameron’s contribution to interior design.

Now, an exhibition Nanette Cameron: Objectspace Master of Craft, further recognises her achievements and her influence as an educator, practitioner, advocate, and commentator on interior design as well as being an influential conduit between interior design and the worlds of architecture and the visual arts.

The centre of the exhibition, which includes works from Nanette’s private collection and new works, is a dining room created around current directions.

Daughter, film maker and costume designer Kirsty Cameron, interior designer and stylist, Katie Lockhart and producer Vivienne Stone have assisted in preparing the exhibition, which will feature at Objectspace, 8 Ponsonby Rd, until December 17.

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Attending the first meeting and swearing in of the new Auckland Council last month, EastLife correspondent NICK NEBEN reflects on an event which played out like the announcement of a sports team, with centre lefts, centre rights, defenders and the opposition all amongst the fray, set to the tune of barracking fan-atics!

The Auckland Town Hall was packed to the gunnels with politicians, members of local iwi, family and friends of newly elected council members, a large media contingent and a smattering of overly vocal members of the public.

prompting sighs of relief.

It was my first council swearing in ceremony, and one where I couldn’t help wondering beforehand about the reception the mayor would receive after the hype of the past couple of weeks. Nevertheless, I was excited by what lay ahead.

Unfortunately, this was marred by a barrage of shouting and heckling by a small group of protesters seated towards the back of the hall. However, Mayor Brown seemed We were privy to a quick tour of the totally unfazed by the Town Hall, which included being group and went on whisked past the door of the now to deliver a flawless infamous Ngati Whatua Room on our maiden speech which followed the lines of way out after an evening which left his election campaign me wondering whether this council vision.

Invited to attend the event by Howick councillor, Sharon Stewart, who has been a pillar of strength, support and commitment to the people of Howick and surrounding districts for many years, I felt truly privileged to be there.

Guests arriving at the Great Hall were greeted by the sound of the organ followed by an amazing performance of Fanfare for Auckland by the Auckland Philharmonia brass and percussion sections.

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will provide a winning performance or suffer that sinking feeling.”

It was clear from the applause that the tide had turned for him. His speech, worthy of an Oscar in my mind, showed he was well and truly back at the helm. However, I think we will all be watching this space to see if there is a mutiny aboard the HMNZ Brown.

A music interlude by Sistema Aotearoa, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra Young Achiever Olivia Francis and Auckland Choral was

a great prelude to the swearing in of the 18 newly-elected council members.

As each took to the stage and read the oath of allegiance it became very apparent as to which side each councillor supported. They seemed more like a sports team than an elected body of politicians with centre lefts, centre rights, defenders and the

No sign of stress – a buoyant Len Brown and councillor Arthur Anae at the swearing in cermony. Photo Jay Farnworth opposition all amongst the fray.

A rendition of the New Zealand national anthem completed the formal part of the evening before councillors and their guests adjourned for light refreshments ending what, I can honestly say, was a very memorable occasion.

We were then privy to a quick tour of the Town Hall, which included being whisked past the door of the now infamous Ngati Whatua Room on our way out after an evening which left me wondering whether this council will provide a winning performance or suffer that sinking feeling.

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The next part of proceedings was a welcome to the mayor and councillors. Delivered in Maori, the more than 30-minute welcome seemed far too long; its conclusion

Before the meeting could be officially declared a council meeting, Len Brown was required to pledge orally, and in writing, his oath and allegiance to the office of mayor.

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– but Howick street has just one namesake!

CHRISTINE MILES from the Howick Historical Village gives the low down on the history behind some of our thoroughfares.

There is not a lot to be said for General Sir George Cooke (17681837) for whom Howick’s Cook Street is named.

He served throughout the French Revolutionary Wars (1792-97) in Flanders and Holland and was promoted to lieutenant-colonel at its conclusion. He was a major general during the Battle of Waterloo (1815) where he lost his arm in battle. He died, unmarried, in 1837.

Presumably the ‘e’ was dropped sometime after the Howick street’s naming in the 1850s. Of course, some people have assumed the street to be named for Captain James Cook who lived in the same time period as those other men immortalised in the district’s thoroughfares.

Although Captain Cook had a naval background, he was recognised for his navigational and exploratory ability rather than greatness in battle and Howick’s Cook St was not named after him.

The prefabricated timber was numbered and transported by boat to Howick Beach and carted up the hill on carts pulled by bullocks.

In his journal, Bishop Selwyn wrote,

‘We set our hearts upon receiving them [Fencibles] on landing, with the House of God prepared for their reception… It is with some satisfaction that the church was the first house completed in the village.’1 The first service was on Sunday, November 21, 1847, six days after the first Fencible settlers arrived in Howick. The Rev Fisher recorded that ‘many were unprepared, as no notice was given, however a number were able to lift their hearts and voices in praise and thanksgiving to God.’2

Why All Saints Anglican Church? All Saints Day was the nearest Saint’s day, and so Howick’s first church, today a prominent landmark carries the story of her past into our future.

– Researched by Christine Miles from the archives at Howick Historical Village 1. Journal of the Bishop’s Visitation Tour in 1848 by Bishop Selwyn, Published 1849 AM, Box 5721.1849 2. Colonial Church Chronicles, Vol 2, 1849, p 185 Diocesan Archives

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and Selwyn Road is the All Saints Anglican Church, the second oldest church in New Zealand. Today, All Saints Anglican Church is also the oldest building in south Auckland, initially prepared for St Stephen’s School in Parnell but deemed to be more urgently required in Howick.

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Travelling without a hitch Experienced globe trotters usually have travel traps sussed. They know about travelling light and don’t pack six pairs of high heels, an iron and a plastic bag filled with ‘must have’ tea bags – one or two, perhaps!

They know that more water, less alcohol on a flight is a good thing.

They also know sitting is tiring and a regular once around the plane relieves the boredom, keeping circulation going too.

Most have a list of useful travel tips because no one wants to lug two heavy suitcases up stairs or pay hundreds in excess baggage. What’s more a small backpack as hand luggage will keep hands free.

Travel insurance, walking shoes and sunscreen go without saying yet every trip throws up another, “if only I hadn’t done so and so” or “wish I had packed such and such.”

• Keep a hoodie handy. A hooded top is excellent value when travelling. Slip up the hood to provide warmth and to shut out light or noise if you need a kip on the plane. Comfortable and practical, they wash and wear well.

• Leave the guidebook at home.

Instead, photocopy pages that relate to your travel then discard when no longer needed. This will save weight and space in your bag.

• Saw your toothbrush in half. This saves precious space. The extra few centimetres gained can be used for those guidebook pages!

• Pre-book an airport lounge. When facing a long flight and lengthy stopovers, using a VIP airport lounge with its quiet environment and complimentary drinks, food, magazines, even WiFi, will help you relax and stay fresh.

• Pack a sarong. It is light and multifunctional – colourful evening skirt, a wrap on the beach, a party shawl, a cover if chilly, a towel, a curtain, a baby sling, even a bandage.

• Purchase a kindle. These are a travelling book-lovers dream – scores of books all in one lightweight apparatus. No more packing weighty tomes to get you through a long flight or sleepless hotel nights.

• Learn some lingo. Carry a small phrase book and memorise a few sentences of local languages where English isn’t spoken.

• Look before leaving. When vacating a chair or couch at the airport, a café, theatre, park seat or bar, turn round and ensure nothing is left behind.

Glasses, coats, cameras and wallets are often casualties of not checking before leaving.

• Take a pack of cards. Such a small but useful item to wile time away on a flight or when waiting for connections, sitting on a bus or just

watching the world go by.

• Pack muscle-relieving cream. There are many anti-inflammatory creams but Tiger Balm rates well when sore muscles need soothing or insects must be kept at bay.

• Don’t plan everything. Limited time frames often mean exact planning but allow for some flexibility – unplanned days can result in lasting and fond memories. Travel more slowly too; you’ll see and learn more.

• Just go! If you have a strong urge to travel start saving and go for it!

Don’t delay. Don’t defer. Just do it, otherwise you’ll regret it when age or commitments mean you can’t.

• Keep your cool over unseasoned travellers who don’t stand back from the luggage belt so everyone can see bags arriving or those who block escalators so others can’t pass. There will be a million incidents to get short over. Don’t! We are all capable of being thoughtless or just too tired to be polite. Be patient.

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• Don’t wear jandals on the plane. In the unlikely event of an emergency, sturdy shoes will help protect feet from heat or sharp objects.

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Views and more views There’s been so much written about Fiji that many Pacific travellers could be forgiven for thinking they know it all. But during a recent week-long holiday on Denerau Island, HELEN PERRY found even old haunts can turn up new experiences.

On my third visit to Fiji and the second staying at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, I didn’t expect any real surprises. However, accompanied by husband, daughter, son-in-law and two pre-school grandchildren, I saw the hotel from several perspectives.

On the day we arrived, we heard the news that the Sofitel at Denerau had just won Best Fijian Property at the 2013 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence in Sydney. Naturally, I was expecting an exemplary vacation experience.

Now, I have no idea about the criteria for the awards but, after our sevennight stay, I did have some questions.

Don’t get me wrong. The Sofitel Fiji was a beautiful property where the facilities made it easy to blob out!

In my mind, the pool area wholeheartedly deserves its countless accolades as one, if not the best, in Fiji.

Three restaurants plus The Patisserie (coffee lounge-cumcafé), complimentary laundry, daily

poolside barbecue, an array of on-site shops, various lounges and a spa are among the attributes that obviously contribute to this hotel’s five-star rating.

An easy holiday option – convenient and spacious with excellent amenities – the warmth of greetings from staff members and the genuine delight they showed when encountering children, any time of the day, impressed me. This attitude did the resort proud.

However, I saw a number of ways in which the Sofitel could be improved.

In particular, some of the rooms are beginning to show their age.

Keeping in mind it was ranked 5-star, I decided to ask guests from a variety of age groups what they thought.

By concentrating on four different groups this is what I discovered:

Parents with young families: Safe environment, fabulous pool, great water slide and staff wonderful

with children. Excellent grounds, plenty of room for children to play; beach at our doorstep too!

Family rooms had pros and cons – big thumbs up for the semi-separate bunk rooms but adult space in family rooms was judged a little cramped (double bed only for parents); bathrooms need a spruce up.

Kid’s Club – 9am-9pm with two-hour, half day or full day sessions – very reasonably priced but programme could be much more challenging and offer more activities. Some children soon became bored.

Family dining – mixed reactions. Our personal package gave it as ‘children dine free’ in Lagoon Restaurant. At no place did it say ‘with paying adult’.

We assumed our two youngsters could dine early at The Lagoon allowing the parents to then put them to bed and pay for a babysitter while they ate at any of the on-site restaurants.

Not so, they were told firmly children could only eat free if accompanied by a paying adult. At $F92 per adult, this restaurant was beyond our young family’s budget so, like some other parents, they opted to eat elsewhere at a cheaper price, sometimes at the outdoor restaurant Salt but often down at Port Denerau where there were several inexpensive venues.

Dining aside, the overall verdict was an excellent family setting and “not so flash that we worried about our children damaging anything”.

From the 20-somethings: Fabulous pool – perfect place to laze around all day, swim and sunbathe.

Great cocktails, cheap eating at Salt and from the poolside barbecue.

Pretty good bars, service “average” (lots of laughter about ‘Fiji time.’) and from some: ‘Not much to do here at night’; ‘We go down to the port in the evening’; ‘Trying to find out about local night clubs”. ‘Loves’ included: love the jet-skis, love the spa, love the sun, love the slushy margaritas.

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Over 50s General appreciation of choices – eat in or dine out (the latter mostly at the Port); liked opportunities to relax around the pool, play golf, take a day trip e.g. cruise to an island, go fishing, dinner cruise, orchid gardens. Plenty of room to avoid over eager children, reasonable happy hour but not always as many people as expected so somewhat quiet; nothing much to do at night – TV terrible and not a lot to generate a party mood in the evenings. Nice to see beds turned down at night.

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In my mind, the pool area wholeheartedly deserves its countless accolades as one, if not the best, in Fiji.”

The Perfectionists (all age groups): Rooms nice but not sensational; baths need re-surfacing; cleaning haphazard, (sometimes done in the morning sometimes late afternoon);

all towels not always replaced even when put out, delivery of water/milk and toiletries sporadic; restaurant service often very slow and delivery of wrong orders not uncommon, can’t fault the pool.

To sum up: Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa suited our family extremely well and this time our luxury oceanview room was both quiet and perfectly placed to see the wedding chapel. We watched several

weddings take place over the week – very romantic.

My favourite restaurant on site was V (could be a bit expensive for some but the food was outstanding – the best at the resort). I also enjoyed the poolside barbecue (daytime only) and the Patisserie, which I discovered for the first time on this visit.

Defintiely a prime location but ‘best property in Fiji’? I’m not sure if I entirely agree with that.

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The lure of Vietnam DONNA CHURCHES from Harvey World Travel Botany, is a consultant with 15 years industry experience. She has travelled extensively but a recent trip to Vietnam revealed a fascinating new world, where a war stretching more than four decades ago has left a profound mark.

Here, she recommends Vietnam to travellers seeking to experience a rare cultural encounter.

A short five day tour of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi has given me a thirst for more of this culturally diverse country where it is difficult not to be moved by its past conflicts or captivated by its French influences, bustling markets and places of natural beauty.

Our small group flew Singapore Airlines to Vietnam, the flight marked by exemplary service and many small niceties.

With no time to waste after arriving in Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon), we were soon on a walking tour of this energetic city’s historic landmarks which included Notre Dame Cathedral, the Municipal Theatre, the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum.

The latter was a deeply moving experience, a graphic photographic display proving too emotional for a few people. Yet, it was agreed this extensive documentation of the

Vietnam War should not be missed.

The impact of the war was further evidenced when we visited the Cu Chi Tunnels once known as the Iron Triangle. With more than 250 kilometres of low, narrow tunnels, on three underground levels, linking to houses and buildings above through tiny hatches, the network provided a remarkable insight into the Communist determination to repel the Americans.

After such an overwhelming experience we welcomed the chance to relax by dining out and enjoying a vast range of delicious Vietnamese food. Although street food was not recommended, there were many outstanding restaurants in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi – the fabulous food is one of this country’s attractions. We even participated in a Vietnamese cooking class which was loads of fun.

At this point, I should say accommodation was excellent –

Vietnam has done much to ensure visitors have all the home comforts and anything upwards of a three star hotel is sure to please.

On day three of our visit we headed for Hanoi, a vastly different city from Ho Chi Minh. There were many green spaces and plenty of evidence of the region’s French past.

The Old Quarter, with its trading streets and ‘tunnel houses’ was a buzz of activity. At the other extreme was the infamous ‘Hanoi Hilton’, Hanoi’s former central prison, now redeveloped but where one wing has been turned into a museum.

Over the next two days we took in tree-lined boulevards, shopping and more places of interest including the simple house on stilts from which Ho Chi Minh or ‘Uncle Ho’ as he was affectionately called, ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969.

On the final day of our tour we

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Awesome Oregon Oregon in the north-west of the USA is renowned for its rugged Pacific coastline, mountains, glaciers, waterfalls, stunning forests, prairies, even desert – a true wonderland for travellers of many persuasions.

COREY MARSHALL from Travel Oregon recently hosted a group of Kiwi tourists and was proud to reveal this state’s many delights.

I wonder how many places in the world still pass the ‘street map test’. I encourage you to try it when next visiting a city, or maybe right here in Auckland.

Walk to a corner (any corner) of an intersection, get out your street map and study it intently. How long does it take for someone to stop and offer their help? In Oregon…under 10 seconds.

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It’s just the way the people are in Oregon – friendly, helpful, courteous and passionate about their home state and their city, They’re keen to help visitors get that inside view of America’s best hidden secret.

I was lucky enough to host 10 Kiwis in Oregon this past August. Turns out, Oregon really isn’t that big of a secret after all – Australia and New Zealand represent Oregon’s 5th largest overseas market, with thousands upon thousands of visitors coming through each year.

food trucks are dotted around the city in pods, giving budding young restaurateurs a willing testing ground for their skills.

Oregonians call their coastline “The People’s Coast”, as every inch of it is accessible to the public.

which have carved out some of the deepest gorges in the USA, including Hells Canyon.

So what makes the place so special other than the people? Let’s start with the natural wonders!

Sand dunes, rocky cliffs and stretches of untouched white sandy beaches await. Act like a local and light a bonfire on the beach, roast some S’mores (marshmallows sandwiched with chocolate and Graham Cookies), and watch the waves roll in.

The Columbia River Gorge itself is home to hundreds of waterfalls and hiking trails. Hood River is the windsurfing capital of North America, and the aptly named Painted Hills are one of Oregon’s National Monuments.

Firstly, Crater Lake in southern Oregon offers a depth of blue only possible in the world’s deepest lakes, so vast you could literally drop the city of San Francisco right into it.

Central Oregon boasts more than 300 days of sunshine each and every year and is an adventure enthusiast’s Mecca. Head out east to the Columbia and Snake Rivers,

For the more urban-focused visitor, Portland is a wonderfully quirky city. With its ‘Keep Portland Weird’ slogan, Portland celebrates culture, creativity and coffee. More than 600

Being positioned between San Francisco (California) and Seattle (Washington) or Vancouver, Canada, it’s just so easy to get to Oregon from New Zealand with airlines such as Hawaiian Airlines or Air New Zealand.

Central Oregon boasts more than 300 days of sunshine each and every year and is an adventure enthusiast’s Mecca.”

Bicycles are a major mode of transportation, with cycle lanes as wide as car lanes, bikeable bridges, and incredibly cycle-friendly traffic – Auckland, take note!

The Craft Brewery movement is alive and well in Portland and Oregon, with 52 Micro Breweries in the Portland alone, and 19 in the town of Bend.

Craft Beer is everywhere, and it is fantastic, no doubt because of the excellent quality of water, and the Oregon obsession with keeping produce local. Again… it’s all about those people.

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Destination Rotorua The year is winding down with many people busy planning and booking family holidays before Christmas accommodation is snapped up.

SARAH ELLIS recommends Rotorua for those keen on a short break.

Having not been to Rotorua for some 10 years, I thought a family mini-break to be a tourist in my own country, was just the ticket.

So Rotorua’s Novotel Lakeside was booked for its central location, indoor pool and generous buffet breakfast – on this occasion kids stayed and ate for FREE! We were off.

A detour to Candyland near Gordonton was obviously in order on the way down, and it didn’t fail to wow the children. However, when we piled back into the car after our brief visit the three-year-old was somewhat indignant, thinking we were off back home and THAT was the big trip to Rotorua mum and dad

had been raving about for weeks!

Our first day was sunny and a trip to Hell’s Gate to view the bubbling mud and smell the sulphur was on the agenda. The highlight was a picturesque waterfall cascading down at a balmy 40 degrees.

Together with a hands-on wood carving lesson then dipping our toes in the therapeutic mud, this was a great day out. Staff members were friendly and helpful, lending us a pushchair for our weary three-yearold when we set out on the 2.5km walk around the geothermal park.

The weather was somewhat inclement on our second day so a trip

to the Polynesian Pools was a great tonic and a whole lot of family fun.

What’s more, the young barista at the café made a great latte.

Day three was action-packed. First stop was Rainbow Springs. We had heard good things from friends who had already visited and we weren’t disappointed. We could not fault walkways and infrastructure built around the native bush, or the opportunity to get close to native birds and reptiles. It was world class, a venue and conservation effort we should be proud of.

Of course, the BIG highlight for our children was the BIG SPLASH – in the words of my eight-year-old, “the best

water ride I’ve ever been on!” Even I have to admit, it was exhilarating.

Next stop and just next door was the gondola and luge – just awesome and, as always, my three-year-old took it all in her stride – what a danger freak!

The next day it was time to return home and, having injected some hard- earned Auckland cash into the Rotorua economy, we were ‘spent’.

But for anyone who thinks they have seen it all at this tourist Mecca, think again. We only touched the surface of a huge range of attractions for a wide age group and heartily recommend Rotorua for its diversity and mix of free and paid activities.

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Essentials

A BOLD STATEMENT – YOUR STYLE! Ladies and Gents – make a statement in style with the latest pieces from Calvin Klein. Crafted in stainless steel, these bold statement pieces will glam up any outfit, and have you set in the hottest trends of the season. Come in and meet the friendly team at Diamond & Time, and see a large selection of Calvin Klein watches and jewellery in store. With watches from $300 and jewellery from $119 this makes for an affordable, yet perfect Christmas gift for the whole family.

Diamond & Time, Sylvia Park, Mt Wellington Highway. Ph 573 6018. www.diamondandtime.co.nz

THINK PRENZEL FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS With delicious flavours that complement the festive season, a gift from Prenzel will please.

Whether you have a BBQ bloke, a domestic goddess or a business colleague, you will find the perfect solution within the varied range at Prenzel.

Gifts designed to fit all budgets; the sweet and savoury alike. Pop in store to check out the options or visit www.theprenzelshop.co.nz.

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THE ORIGINAL – ONLY BY SPIEGELAU NEW! Willsberger Anniversary, designed by Johann Willsberger over 30 years ago. Previously this revolutionary shape could only be manufactured by hand. With modern technology Spiegelau has succeeded in producing this elegant lead crystal range by machine.

This complex and delicate shape is now affordable. For the best selection of dinnerware, glassware, linen, kitchenware and cookware, gifts and NZ’s largest range of quality cutlery (stainless and silver).

The Studio of Tableware, 5 Harold St, Mt Eden. Ph 638 8082. www.thestudio.co.nz

Enhance your senses with beautiful fragrances, pops of colour and gorgeous summer scarves and sarongs. No 5 have an array of clothing to choose from. Adorn our maxi dress with a gorgeous selection of bead jewellery. Don a cowboy hat, sandals in hand, white holiday dress and enjoy summer in the sand. All this and more available @ No 5 Design Store, 5 Whitford-Maraetai Rd, Whitford Village. Ph 530 9333.

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Every Christmas stocking should contain beauty products – the kind that nurture skin, cover up blemishes, polish one’s nails, enhance the eyes and a give overall appearance that touch of glam. Visit www. beautybible.co.nz and shop online for great products and packages from the likes of Maybelline, L’Oreal, CoverGirl, Aveeno, Garnier, Neutrogena, Thin Lizzy, Trilogy, Dr Lewinn’s, Sukin, Nature’s Own, Clinicians, Elevit. Organix, Innoxa and more. www.beautybible.co.nz

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Make Christmas shopping easy on yourself – EastLife’s range of stunning festive Essentials takes the hard yards out of finding those special gifts for people you love.

Check out our suggestions and wrap up your gift buying in no time at all!

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Holdson has released the newest word game on the market – Squabbles, a fun, fast-moving game for the entire family.

Players work independently to create inter-locking words in a crossword fashion, re-arranging the tiles as often as required to complete their words. Beware of the Bad Boy cards; they contain good and bad news for the ultimate game changer.

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The Polka dot platform makes these shoes super comfy for a long day of Christmas shopping. They are so light on your feet, give you height and are available in Cherry red suede or Navy blue suede. Style Minx Major Babe RRP $170.

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Cover off to ‘flying start’ A Shelly Park woman has made a splash on the business front with her innovative and, now, award-winning swimwear concept, Covertogs.

NATALIE BRITTAN spoke to the enterprising winner to uncover her inspiration for the project.

Wherever she goes – even as far as the Mediterranean – Karen Newton’s togs are often the talk of the town.

“People always ask me ‘where did you get your swimsuit?’ ”

and offered protection from the sun.

A trained market researcher and research evaluator, Karen conducted two focus groups to test the waters and find out what women wanted.

The answer is simply: from Karen herself. Two years ago, the grandmother of three had a brainwave while splashing around with her grandchild.

She discovered zip-ups were easier to put on, a two-piece costume made it easy for visiting the toilet and accommodated height variations better, and sleeves plus longer pants helped conceal common problem areas.

“My little granddaughter had this rash suit – those two-piece sun-smart suits for children. They’re really cute and I thought ‘I want one like that!’”

Because they didn’t expose too much Karen thought they would be ideal for more mature skin. “I used to swim quite a lot and I noticed as I got older I wasn’t swimming as much because I couldn’t find the right swimwear.”

Incorporating all these into a design with the help of a local patternmaker, Karen went about developing her vision. After a year of slogging away, Covertogs was born, launching online a year ago.

As a keen sailor, swimmer and occasional windsurfer living right by the Mangemangeroa Estuary, there was no escaping the call of the ocean for Karen, especially with persuasive granddaughters in the background.

A quality garment, the swimwear range is made from 18% Italian lycra sourced from Australia and this year, Karen introduced a new fabric without elastane – which causes the swimsuit to break down in chlorine resulting in a loss of elasticity. “It’s more than just chlorine-resistant, it’s chlorine-proof,” says Karen.

Digitally printed and cut, the fabric is sewn together by a tailor in Whitford.

Optimum colour fastness is ensured with the dye-sublimation process which uses heat to transfer ink onto the material.

So, she embarked on a quest to design a women’s swimwear range that was comfortable, provided cover,

The costumes also have a UV protection factor of 50+, offering maximum sun protection.

To date, more than 600 individual pieces of Covertogs have been sold and things are going swimmingly for

KAREN NEWTON the soft-spoken entrepreneur. “It addresses an unmet need. The most rewarding part is talking to women who say, ‘oh wow, I’ve been looking for something like this for so long’!”

Encouraged by the response, Karen entered the nationwide ANZ Flying Start Business Plan Competition earlier this year.

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Importantly, it wasn’t just about the prize money. “I did it because of the discipline required to enter the competition in terms of being able to develop a business plan and think strategically about how to grow a business.”

People probably thought we were a sports team!”

And it seems the judges were impressed by her efforts. Crowned the Auckland South winner of the competition in September, Karen receives $1000 in prize money, which she hopes will help towards her goal of launching into the Australian market.

Back at home, women from all over the country are ecstatic about their newfound apparel saying it’s fantastic and that they can now be active and out there.

Currently, she ships to a few customers across the Tasman some of whom she recruited on her annual hiatus to the Mediterranean.

Naturally, this attracts attention from other tourists, especially those who relate to the word ‘togs’. “They really like it,” she says.

“I think it’s really great feedback so I know I have the right product,” Karen says. “The next step is to really power up and move it to the next level.”

She and her husband, Bruce Adlam, have a boat there and every winter they set sail for four months of warmer waters.

No stranger to hard work, or endurance, this should be relatively easy for the dairy farmer’s daughter from the Waikato. For starters, her beachfront home is only accessible by steps, more than 200 of them!

“My two sisters joined us on the boat this year and we were all in our Covertogs. We had a lot of fun.

With Covertogs stock kept in a garage located at the top of this daunting climb, the energetic and youthful

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It addresses an unmet need. The most rewarding part is talking to women who say, ‘oh wow, I’ve been looking for something like this for so long’!”

looking businesswoman makes several trips a day to despatch orders and run errands.

“It’s a business I want to grow and I want it to remain essentially a family business,” she says.

Despite her expansion plans, Karen is steadfast about maintaining the brand as a home-grown label. “I’m committed to it being a New Zealand brand and being made in New Zealand.”

Most days are quiet; husband Bruce works as a doctor and the couple’s three adult daughters have flown the seaside crib.

And, as with most New Zealand-made products, Covertogs is a reflection of the Kiwi lifestyle.

Although they are no longer local, Karen can rely on them for help with the business as they rely on her for regular babysitting duties.

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Mikko Shoes hits European stride Shoeholics will be in seventh heaven with the opening of Mikko Shoes at the Pakuranga Plaza, but entrepreneurial owner Michaela Inger reveals that success first requires hard work.

Ambling through European shoe fairs sounds glamorous, but for Michaela Inger it was the hard work required to bring quality European women’s shoes to Auckland.

Following months of research, travel, careful buying and even making a pair of shoes herself, Michaela opened the doors of the first Mikko Shoes store in Milford earlier this year.

Since then she and her team have opened three more stores in the same Mikko Shoes style, including at the Pakuranga Plaza. This site, together with the stores in Remuera and Pukekohe, are all trading successfully as is the company’s user-friendly website.

“I hunted all over for my brands and I’m really happy with the choice that is available to customers,” says Michaela, who has built a strong range of internationally-recognised brands, many exclusive to Mikko Shoes.

“You can’t just turn up to the fairs and choose what you want. You have to build relationships. It’s a lengthy and important process. Not only does the brand need to fit with Mikko Shoes; Mikko Shoes needs to fit with the brand.

“It’s great that many of the suppliers back me because of my youth. It’s an advantage being one of the youngest in the industry as my ideas, and my approach, are different, new and fresh – exactly what the industry needs.”

Michaela says the buying process is not as easy as many people think.

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product is marketable. There was a lot I had to say, ‘no’ to.”

Having searched and found quality shoes which encompass Mikko Shoes’ philosophy – that comfort, style and value should always go together, whatever the occasion – the next step involved critiquing top retailers across Australasia to bring the best customer service to Mikko Shoes.

Designing the fit-out and cabinetry was also a creative outlet for Michaela, who graduated in Fashion Design at AUT University and worked in the clothing industry following her study.

“You need a balance in life to allow yourself to work on such a large project,” she says. “The creative parts of the business are my favourite parts but I wouldn’t have reached this point without a steady head and a realistic approach.”

However, the store fit-out is not all

about creativity, Michaela says. It also involves project management and “expecting the unexpected”.

The end result is a series of world class stores with a European feel including the Pakuranga Plaza store which opened early in August.

Michaela says she is excited to be a retailer in a changing Pakuranga Plaza and is also looking forward to all her stores working as a team to ensure customers receive the best service across Auckland.

The new summer season, currently in store, is full of vibrant colours and European new season styling with hints of texture or metallic to suit every woman’s wardrobe.

A supportive and involved family has also been instrumental in putting the business together; whether for quality checks and feedback from her Mum and sister or retailing advice from Dad and The Warehouse Group co-founder, Glen Inger.

“With Dad’s retail background, he is my mentor. I’ll come up with an idea and he’ll tell me if I am being crazy or not and vice-versa. It’s about realistic solutions. Because he has been in retail for so long, it’s second nature to him.”

The store has a wide selection of shoes suitable for a range of customers; from small and large sizes to wide and orthotic-friendly fittings.

So far the Pakuranga shop has exuded an air of excitement as the East Auckland community checks out the new addition to their local mall.

“I’ve been surprised by the allencompassing age bracket. I’m glad that women of all ages are starting to recognise quality,” Michaela says.

“Everyone is excited for Mikko Shoes. Pakuranga is excited. I’m excited. Most of all summer is set to be a vibrant season full of colour, soft leathers and textures. There is something for everyone.” eastlife | november 2013 |

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Style radar

Spoil yourself & be rewarded

Repertoire’s Style Director, Meghan Maher, tells EastLife about the one piece which women should absolutely have in their wardrobe this winter.

With Repertoire’s Little Black Card

Q:

I have just turned 65 and wonder what length summer pants I should be wearing?

A:

The most ideal pant length should always be determined by the shape of your legs and the condition of your skin and muscle tone, which is generally age dependent. The most flattering and age-appropriate pant lengths are on the knee for shorts and 7/8ths or full length. Pant hemlines will always draw attention to the area of the leg they finish on.

It is vital when wearing a different pant length to ensure it finishes on a part of your leg that you like, ideally the narrowest part of your lower leg.

I recommend analysing your legs in

a mirror, then decide on what pant length suits you best before going shopping.

If you love a pant that you feel finishes on an unflattering part of your leg you can always try rolling them up, or letting down the hem to see if the change in hemline makes a difference to how they look and feel.

The 7/8th pant, which is currently in fashion, is a great length. It is best worn with a heel and can also be rolled up to a 3/4 length and worn with a flat shoe if this suits you.

Just remember 65 is the new 45 – exercise, great nutrition, body lotion and spray tans make any girl’s legs look fabulous no matter what her age!

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With summer just around the corner, the festivities are soon to begin and what better way to kick start the silly season than by adding a beautiful, summery print to your wardrobe.

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Handing out nail tips Say goodbye to bitten and broken nails – editor of beautybible.co.nz Emma smith says summer is no time to be hiding hands in pockets so she’s provided some useful tips to make hands and nails beautiful.

As a child, and well into my late teens, I bit my nails. Revolting, I know, but after kicking this ghastly habit I now try hard to keep my hands and nails looking their best! So, this month I thought I’d share some easy steps for a beautiful manicure.

Shape When shaping nails use a nail file that has both a coarse and fine surface.

The coarse side is used to shape the nail while the fine side helps to smooth the nail edge. When filing be sure to always work in one direction, using long, smooth strokes and never file nails after bathing or swimming because that’s when they are at their weakest.

Clean Make sure you remove any old nail polish using cotton pads. To help

clean and soften hands soak them in warm milk for up to five minutes.

Why milk? Well, the lactic acid in milk helps remove dead cells and soften cuticles. The natural fats also help replenish dry skin.

Cuticles To remove any overgrown cuticles apply a cuticle eliminator around the cuticle area. After a few minutes gently push back the excess cuticles using a cuticle stick tipped with a cotton pad.

Buff Buff nails with a nail buffer to smooth ridges and to leave nails with an amazing shine – your polish will last longer if it’s applied to an even surface. The buffing action also increases blood circulation in the nail which promotes healthy nail growth.

Finishing touches Before applying your favourite nail polish please remember to use a base coat! This is extremely important as it will stop nails from becoming stained. Oh, and when finished, don’t forget to apply a topcoat for shine and longevity.

Finally, before I forget. It is also important to use nourishing hand cream, daily, to help keep hands in perfect condition. I keep hand creams

in various locations, and then there is no excuse. I keep one on my desk, by the kitchen sink, and believe it or not, beside my bed. Yes, the last thing I do before I turn out the light at night is apply hand cream.

• Top tip: If you need to remove any ‘mistakes’ when applying nail polish, simply wrap some cotton wool around the tip of a cuticle stick, dip the tip into some nail polish remover and remove any nail polish from where it shouldn’t be.

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Nurture your nails

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Pretty nails are easily achieved with a manicure and colourful polish but the way to healthy nails is through diet as Dr Libby Weaver explains.

The key to creating truly strong, healthy nails is nourishment. Just because you eat a specific food or nutrient doesn’t mean you get it.

Much of sparkling health comes down to the way you absorb and utilise nutrients in the body. Therefore, the first step in achieving great quality nails is outstanding digestion.

Nails are mostly made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. They also have minerals built in to their matrix, including calcium, magnesium, boron and zinc.

Including adequate protein in your diet is essential to nail quality, and often very soft nails are the result of poor protein utilisation in the body.

This can be due to not eating enough protein or having poor digestion to extract the nutrients your nails need.

Changes in fingernail appearance can

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indicate something deeper is going on in the body so watch for changes in their strength, texture and colour.

With the launch of the free Healthline symptom checker app for Apple iPhones or iPads, users will be able to find their symptoms among a comprehensive list – for example, ‘rash – widespread’ – or by using the ‘browse by body parts’ option.

Here are some tips on how they can look their best: • If you have peeling cuticles, try rubbing coconut oil around your nail beds a couple of times each day.

Dry and peeling cuticles may be an indication of iron or essential fatty acid deficiency.

• If you have white spots on your nails you may be zinc deficient. Try and increase your consumption of zinc-rich foods such as nuts, seeds, and red meat.

• Pale, brittle, weak and thin nails can be an indication that your liver needs some love. Incorporate more of the brassica group of vegetables in your diet such as broccoli, kale and cauliflower.

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Incorporate more of the brassica group of vegetables in your diet such as broccoli, kale and cauliflower if your nails are pale, brittle and weak.”

The app then suggests a course of action which could be to call an ambulance, see a doctor within 24 hours or advice on how to manage the condition at home.

To download the Healthline app simply visit www.health.govt.nz

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Book looks at nutrition for improved skin health “Your best weapon against skin ageing is your fork,” says nutritionist and author, Karen Fischer who specialises in health programmes for beautiful skin.

She has helped hundreds of patients with eczema and other severe skin disorders and her latest book, Younger Skin in 28 Days, is based on her belief that beauty is a direct reflection of inner health.

Karen believes eating the right foods supplies the skin with the nutrients it needs to produce new collagen, fight the bad guys in ageing known as AGEs (advanced glycation end products) and to look healthier and younger.

Subsequently, in Younger Skin in 28 Days, she tells readers how they can firm and tone their skin and take years off their appearance in a matter of weeks, largely by paying careful attention to what they put on their

forks. She also provides the top 12 anti-AGE foods for younger skin and the 12 factors which will age skin prematurely.

special occasion such as a wedding, holiday, reunion or even the summer party season!

It can improve a host of skin conditions including cellulite, wrinkles, dry skin, sun damage, acne, rough and bumpy skin, age spots and hyper-pigmentation.

With a 14-day meal plan and 80 delicious, quick and easy recipes Younger Skin in 28 Days is this year’s hottest health fix for looking your best no matter what your age.

It also includes her nutritionally balanced, 28-day health programme aimed at boosting energy and care products and concentration, supplements for Your best weapon promoting healthy younger skin, and against skin ageing weight loss, includes a 3-day is your fork.” strengthening bones, alkalising cleanse hair and nails, to fast-track results, reducing the risk of including the latest type 2 diabetes, lowering cholesterol information on AGEs and a skin and preventing bloating with the problem chart. result that participants will look and feel younger.

Younger Skin in 28 Days offers a quick-fix programme for those Karen’s book reveals the best skinwanting to look their best for a

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Karen, who has extensively researched the relationship between nutrition and skin health, believes beauty is more than skin deep. She says what you see when you look in the mirror is a direct reflection of inner health and as a result of this view her book contains a wealth of information and guidance (including recipes) to healthier eating and living.

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Irish charms ‘Peak’ interest The advent of brighter, warmer days has seen fresh new faces emerge bringing equally sunny dispositions as well as a penchant for fitness and wellbeing.

Reap the benefits and call in to this registered ACC provider today – clients who book an introductory session with Emma Louise or Deirdre will receive a fantastic 50% DISCOUNT!

Emma Louise O’Regan and Deirdre Collins have crossed oceans to be in this part of the world and have now arrived at the sharp new Peak Pilates & Physiotherapy studio in Botany Rd. Bringing with them boundless enthusiasm and expertise in both Pilates and physiotherapy, the Irish duo wears more than just a bucket hat. Having experienced the benefits of the combined approach themselves, the trained professionals firmly believe in their work.

“We’ve seen the effects of both Pilates and physiotherapy in Ireland and our patients love it because they see results almost instantly,” says Deirdre.

An avid Gaelic footballer, Deirdre says everyone from elite athletes to the elderly can benefit from personalised plans and treatments.

“We treat people from all ages, walks of life, and all kinds of injuries. What’s great about it is we actually spend an hour with each of our clients to ensure every area is covered, and to strengthen muscles, fix issues and eliminate pain – rehabilitation, in other words.” www.eastlife.co.nz

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An active runner and swimmer, Emma Louise says posture is paramount for overall performance and flexibility in daily life.

Owner Jason Richardson says the new studio has been embraced by clients who love the ease of access, modern environment and new private treatment rooms offering optimum comfort.

“I love seeing clients actively participating and incorporating important habits such as correct posture.”

And if they keep it up, the results can be life-changing. “I encourage people to think about their posture throughout the day in their everyday settings and it really does work wonders!”

Thanks to these friendly experts, the ever-expanding Botany location can now climb to greater peaks with new classes led by Emma Louise and Deirdre.

Focused on correcting posture and improving spinal support which prevents chronic back and neck pain, the team offers mat-based and reformer classes which rebalance and strengthen muscles and increase spinal flexibility.

“Most people sit at a desk all day which causes them to hunch often resulting in neck pain. If this is happening on a daily basis, it needs to be counter balanced with extension and rotation. It’s about reinforcing correct posture and flushing out the bad habits.”

With more than 600 Pilates exercises involving stretching, balancing and learning proper breathing patterns, the benefits are many and longlasting but can only be seen and felt in the course of time. As a result, concession cards are available for regulars, and an easy online booking system is used to minimise hassle.

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Selecting the best exercise Olly Coffey is the National PT Manager for Jetts Fitness New Zealand. He is a REPS-registered Skills Active Assessor and plays an important role in ensuring our personal trainers are fully equipped to meet the diverse needs of all Jetts members.

There are a number of different options when it comes to exercising. The advice and choices can be so varied that it is hard to know where to start.

Something to consider is your current fitness level. You may need to build on your strength, technique or endurance before trying some of the more advanced training methods.

The fantastic thing about exercise is that it can be adapted to each individual, so anyone can join in and exercise at their own level.

With this in mind, the best form of training is a personal choice. An effective training plan should fit your level of fitness, exercise experience and training goals. It also helps if you enjoy what you are doing so it is easier to stick to.

Like most endeavours, it is worth making a clear plan before you begin. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Speaking to a qualified exercise professional will help you decide what type of exercise is best for you.

Unfortunately, there isn’t one best plan or type of exercise out there. An exercise plan is only effective if you are able to complete it.

Often practical considerations such as available times, being close to home, ease of use and fitting into your budget are all important reasons when selecting a fitness routine.

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I think a good question to ask is ‘why?’.

We may have to go back a few million years for the answer. Our bodies have evolved on the basis of receiving certain nutrients and not being exposed to certain toxins.

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Eating rev up healthy summer tips

GINNY MCARTHUR – Outlook for Life. Ginny is not only a nutritionalist and personal trainer but also a marathon runner and regular on Newstalk ZB.

Well, spring is in the air! The days are longer and warmer and the silly season is just around the corner. This is the perfect time of year to give your food and exercise a bit of a rev up!

The following tips will help keep you nutritionally on track: • Stay organised and plan ahead.

Failing to plan is definitely planning to fail where food and exercise are concerned.

• Eat regularly. Missing meals will make you feel tired, and may increase cravings and slow down your metabolism.

• Use light and healthy snacks such as veggie sticks and hummus.

• Avoid processed foods as much as possible.

• Eat 2-3 fruit serves a day – make the

most of summer berries.

• Increase your vegetable intake with bright colourful salads.

• Include protein in each meal.

• Reduce stimulants such as tea, coffee, energy drinks, cola and alcohol.

• Reduce your sugar intake.

• Make your own dips by blending salmon or beans with lite cottage cheese.

• Dilute higher fat dips with plain low fat yoghurt.

• Blend herbs and spices or sweet chili sauce into extra-lite cream cheese.

• Use huge platters of strawberries and fresh summer fruits with Lite Greek yoghurt instead of cream.

• Make the most of seasonal salad and veggies when entertaining or eating at home.

• Barbecue chicken, fish and lean meat and combine with fresh veggies. Be adventurous and try barbecuing asparagus, courgettes, eggplant, mushrooms, onions and garlic with a light spray of oil.

• Exercise portion control; a small taste of something yummy is better than trying to be ‘good’ but failing and then beating yourself up before demolishing two huge helpings!

• Remember the calories in a bottle of wine are equal to a steak and cheese pie!

• Try for some alcohol-free days each week.

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Make a pact to exercise most days of the week. An early morning walk on the beach or in the park is good for the mind, body and soul. Set some New Year fitness goals.

• Offset each glass of alcohol with one of water.

• Drink spritzers – white wine topped up with soda water.

• Use low calorie mixers with spirits – lemonade, tonic water and coke often contain more calories than the spirit.

Exercise Just because you are on holiday doesn’t mean you have to sit on your bottom all day.

Finally – take some soul time, breathe deeply, acknowledge the beauty of our country and live each day with vitality and passion.

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FOOD Turn over a new olive The olive branches will be in for a good shake this year as thousands of food and music lovers descend on Waiheke Island for the annual Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival.

Taste the very best fruits of the olive vine straight from the press surrounded by the picturesque gardens and olive groves of Rangihoua Estate at 1 Gordons Rd, Rocky Bay, on the weekend of November 23 and 24, from 11am-5pm.

Don’t miss out on this chance to speak to and sample the wares of some of the country’s top olive oil producers such as Kennedy Point, Number 29, Matiatia Grove and, of course, Rangihoua Estate.

Listen also to seminars by olive oil experts Dr Laurence Eyres and Margaret Edwards, and tap into the enriching world of olive oil.

As this year’s crop promises a divinely smooth, ripe finish from the record hot summer, expect also an epic line up of musicians, entertainment and artisan food producers and celebrate the vibrant atmosphere of the festival.

Music will be on daily from 1pm-5pm and will include an eclectic mix of genres from rock to jazz, with the likes of Mojo Risers, Burrel Boys, Kantuta and Radio Rebelde.

Showcasing a variety of international talents, it will be impossible not to sway those hips especially with top NZ latin dance band, Kantuta, cranking up latin music from cool bossa nova and bolero to salsa and popular latin dance classics.

Taste buds, too, will dance with Dragon Fire Pizza flipping out sensational gourmet burgers and pizzas using wild, free range and organic meats and homemade buns.

Italian maestros, Pasta Mia, will be stirring up a pasta-licious range of fresh pastas and sauces.

Other gourmet, specialty foods such

as raw foods and organic juices, herb spreads, salads, sushi, wraps, as well as breads and pastries will be available from Waiheke businesses, Waiheke Herbs, REVOLUTION and Ringawera.

With entry to the festival for one day at only $15, and FREE for children under 12, take advantage of an affordable island getaway surrounded by good food, music, and wine.

What’s more, SeaLink is now offering an extra special fare from Half Moon Bay to the Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival at Rangihoua Olive

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Expect an epic line up of musicians, entertainment and artisan food producers and celebrate the vibrant atmosphere of the festival.”

Estate. Return fares are only $45 per adult, $22 per child and $12 for gold card holders.

This includes a return ferry fare and return shuttle bus on Waiheke Island operating on both days of the festival.

Contact SeaLink on 0800 732 546 to book now and for more info on the festival or to buy tickets, visit waihekeolivefestival.co.nz.

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of red beet orzo, baby vegetables, peppers, baby cos, balsamic dressing Ajay Zalte – executive chef, Novotel Auckland International Airport. Ajay is a Pakuranga resident and has worked in leading hotels and first class restaurants worldwide.

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• 200 grams Orzo pasta • 80 grams baby vegetables (any three or more varieties available) • Two red pepper, two capsicum • 40 grams baby cos lettuce • 500 grams beetroot • 2 tsp reduced balsamic • 5 grams chervil or parsley • 20ml olive oil • 10ml avocado oil (optional) • Two lemons • 15ml honey • 40 grams pine nuts • Salt and pepper to taste

Boil water in a pot, add salt and olive oil and cook orzo pasta al-dente.

Boil beetroot until soft and puree in a blender. Mix honey, lemon juice and beetroot puree together.

Roast red pepper in the oven or on open flame; deseed, remove skin and slice into thin strips.

Blanch baby vegetables and cool them down.

vegetables and red capsicum. Season with salt and pepper.

Arrange in a bowl or plate and place baby cos leaves at different positions.

Toast pine nuts and keep aside.

Serves four Toss beetroot puree and orzo pasta in a bowl, fold through the baby

Garnish with toasted pine nuts, chervil and drizzle reduced balsamic on top.

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Tip Top topples All Blacks in top 10

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Here’s some food for thought... while the mighty All Blacks may have an impressive winning rate of 75.98 percent, it seems only 52 percent of Kiwis think they could beat a trumpet!

Kiwis may love their sport but it seems the quickest way to their hearts is through their stomachs, according to a recent Colmar Brunton poll.

Although 52 percent of the more than 1,000 Kiwis asked about ‘Kiwiana’ brands they were most fond of said they loved the All Black brand, Tip-Top scored 57 percent, with Whittaker’s chocolate leading the pack with 62 percent.

Colmar Brunton CEO, Jacqueline Ireland, says Whittaker’s chocolate leapt up the table for being recognised as Kiwi, as well as a Kiwi brand.

“A third of people think of Whittakers when asked to name a New Zealand brand, which shows pretty impressively the company’s Kiwicentric advertising is hitting the mark.”

Brands offering tasty treats further featured with the remaining places on the top 10 list being claimed by Cadbury, Trade Me, Air New Zealand, Pineapple Lumps, Edmonds, Heinz Wattie’s and L&P. Jacqueline says consistent performance is crucial to success.

“A most loved brand needs to have put in the hard yards with the public, and not only that, but have been totally dependable with its promise to the consumer over many years.

“The best brands evoke positive

childhood memories and provide tangible links to those memories – they are known and trusted as well as loved.”

A notable omission from the top 10 was Marmite, perhaps reflecting difficulties following disruption to the company’s production line following the Christchurch earthquake.

The survey provides useful pointers for those wanting to create iconic Kiwi brands, Jacqueline says.

“Fundamentally, they need to be clear on what it means to be a New Zealander – and what makes New Zealanders proud.”

The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) also found avocado consumers have lower BMIs, higher intakes of nutrients – such as fibre, vitamin E, magnesium, potassium and vitamin K – and more good fats, as well as a lower intake of added sugars. www.eastlife.co.nz

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Taking a ‘waist-not’ approach could be even easier for foodies than previously thought if recent findings prove correct.

Dietician, nutritionist and former Masterchef NZ winner, Nadia Lim, says avocados are an ideal option for people who desire nutritious food.

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nutrient intake and heart health.”

“Avocados are a perfect food – they’re abundant in valuable vitamins and minerals, as well as healthy fats, protein and carbohydrates.

The findings also indicate that eating avocado every day lowers risk of metabolic syndrome – which can increase the possibility of coronary artery disease, strokes, and type-2 diabetes – while boosting HDL, or ‘good’ cholesterol, levels.

“Nutritionists have long recommended consuming the healthy fats from avocados which are known to support improved overall diet quality,

To view the full National Health and Nutrition Examination survey visit www.avocadocentral.com/avocadonutrition-center/nhanes-study

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Taste

Try our latest flavours of the month and experience a range of new products with a real taste difference. EastLife is always on the lookout for new products to tantalise the tastebuds of our readers.

A dollop of this

cookies from Molly Woppy What fun – Molly Woppy has introduced three new products just in time for summer and festive entertaining. Molly Woppy Spotty Cookies – nine large chocolate cookies covered in brightly-coloured, chocolate-filled buttons. Then there’s Molly Woppy Peanut Butter Choc Chunk Cookies, handmade with real NZ butter and Pic’s Really Good Peanut Butter. And, thirdly, Molly Woppy Iced Festive Shaped Gingerbread – a Christmas gift pack of six gingerbread cookies shaped as festive stars, bells and candy canes. Molly Woppy Spotty Cookies (370g) RRP $8.99, Molly Woppy Peanut Butter Choc Chunk Cookies (300g) RRP $8.99 and Molly Woppy Iced Festive Shaped Gingerbread (120g) RRP $5.99. Check out specialty food stores and supermarkets nationwide.

Temptation runs rife with the latest range of sweet treats from The Dollop Kitchen offering pure ecstasy with every mouthful.

The queens of Dollop’s ready-to-eat treats have taken their signature vanilla bean custard and transformed it into a sophisticated layered delight that could be well mistaken for a sassier version of the well-loved panna cotta. Available in a variety of flavours including “in bed with lemon and passion curd”, “getting saucy with toffee and pecan” and “on a bed of berry compote”, vanilla has never been sexier. RRP $5.99. Available from selected supermarkets.

A passion for muesli Hubbards Limited Edition Box of Amazing Passionfruit & Vanilla muesli (RRP $6.49), contains a delicious blend of muesli with tangy pineapple, coconut, a drizzle of honey, pumpkin and sunflower seeds. What’s more, 60c from the sale of every box goes towards helping amazing people do amazing things for their local community. To nominate a local hero visit Hubbards Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ Hubbards) and submit details about the cause they support. Three amazing people will be selected by Hubbards and the public will be given the chance to cast their vote early next year.

Duck Liver Parfait Pâté from Genevieve’s Cuisine

The road to perfection

The French are famous for their traditions, quality and passionate attitude towards food. Experience a taste of France with the ravishing new range of Duck Liver Parfaits from Genevieve’s Cuisine. Handmade using the French method of making pate, there are three in the range which contain no artificial additives or preservatives – Original, Orange (with a good Scotch whiskey) and Peking Spiced Duck Liver Parfait combining a unique blend of texture, flavours and spices. The perfect pre-dinner snack for your guests – Genevieve’s Cuisine Duck Liver Parfaits (Original, Orange and Peking Spiced) RRP $10.99. Available at Farro Fresh stores, participating specialty food stores and supermarkets.

Ah, Loaf, you’ve done it again. The artisan bakery’s rock stars have produced an improved Rocky Road slice that is chocker with yummy goodies that create and rekindle childhood memories. The marshmallows take the cake with its creamy, fluffy consistency, pulling apart with the gooiness of a toasted marshmallow. And then there are chewy jubes, the most divine banana lollies, peanuts (a sprinkle more would be nice), and, of course, smooth, dark chocolate to bind it all together. Every mouthful is a surprise, and it comes as no surprise that this chunky monkey disappears in no time at all! RRP $8.99.

Here’s the rub – make every meal sing!

Barbecue season-ing has arrived and these days there’s no need to offer guests ‘plain’ steak. That’s because the new Simon Gault Home Cuisine range of seasonings makes it easy to spice up everything from lamb chops to T-bones as well as giving seafood, sauces and soups that extra zing. In fact, the new Kiwi, Indian and Italian flavours can be used as rubs or seasonings before cooking and as a flavour boost after cooking for the likes of French fries, pizzas, dips and even popcorn. Available at Countdown and Fresh Choice supermarkets, Farro Fresh and Nosh, RRP is $6.99 for a 90g shaker.

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home Fresh fruity, tang for summer Last month EastLife looked at new season colours as combined with traditional furniture settings. This month CHRISTINE BULL from Inner Concepts Design Consultants gives a different furnishing perspective whilst still accommodating the latest summer shades.

Homeowners keen to revitalise tired furnishings will find this summer’s colours are fresh, vibrant and clear.

There are a variety of blues from strong cobalts to inky blues with aqua having its moment to shine.

Coral is experiencing a big resurgence and orange is on fire. A very clean yellow plus lots of mustard is also coming though for the warmer months.

By combining these wonderful, tangy colours with crisp linens and then co-ordinating drapery, cushions and wallpaper, summer interiors promise to be fun, refreshing and colourful.

Also check out wallpapers, which are making a strong comeback, with fascinating graphics that tell a story – something for every room.

The perfect setting for your next intimate party or business gathering.

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Finally, a look in dress shop windows will show that people are wearing these very same refreshing hues – a fabulous trend so clearly defined for the 2013/2014 season.

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At Jag Kitchens we specialise in custom-sized kitchens designed and built to a variety of budgets.

We have a complete range of materials covered by our 10 year warranty.

Ask about our sophisticated 3D computer design program (see how your kitchen will look before it is built).

Whether you are building a new home or simply planning to replace an existing kitchen contact Jag Kitchens. Our showroom is open seven days a week or a visit to our website will give you lots of information and photographs.

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Cream of the curtain crop Summer, with its splash of creamydelicious gelato colours, has arrived at Howick Furnishings adding fresh style options for window treatments, upholstery and cushions.

And, with the input of highly experienced curtain specialists Richard and Marion Woolford, the forecast for new season redecorating couldn’t be better.

Established since 1970, Howick Furnishings can truly claim to have dressed the windows in hundreds of local homes, with Marion providing advice that goes beyond headings and linings required.

With her practised eye for interior design, Marion’s counsel far outstrips that of most curtain retailers.

She willingly provides in-home consultations, carefully considering existing decor, lifestyle needs and

personal preferences before suggesting colours, patterns, textures, and curtain styling.

“There is a wealth of options when it comes to curtains, blinds and upholstery fabrics and with every season comes a shift in colour.

For example, we are seeing the return of navy after many years’ absence – the various hues making a big impact,” she says. “Shutters are also enormously popular and more affordable than ever.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory print – one of the new range of Roald Dahl prints out for summer. features top to toe, wall to wall fabric samples, giving customers every opportunity to find the perfect fit for their home be it a window treatment, new upholstery or cushions to bring a fresh look together.

“As new ranges emerge, making decisions is not always easy.

Experienced advice as to how new patterns might fit with an existing look or with a projected new makeover can be the catalyst to a successful outcome.”

And because Richard does all the measuring and hanging there are no contractors involved – the job is carried out efficiently and expertly.

Located on the corner of Moore and Vincent Streets, Howick Furnishings

So, if window treatments are on your ‘must do’ list before Christmas call

Marion quickly – she can still manage to have early November bookings made and hung by Christmas.

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Lounging out of doors Come summer Kiwis love to entertain out of doors so much so, that with every passing year, decks, patios, balconies, rooftops, and courtyards are becoming truly stylish outdoor living rooms. But, when starting with a blank canvas, there is much to consider.

Today’s home entertainers now look beyond a charcoal barbecue and a few simple deck chairs on the back porch when friends come round to socialise. Instead they are developing beautiful al fresco lounges which may

be formal, informal, lavish, simple, rustic or a tropical paradise.

Comfort, shelter, outlook, privacy and ambience are all taken into consideration and householders can peruse a multitude of design ideas before choosing a style to reflect their personal idea of relaxation.

When developing such an area first take into account prevailing winds, sun, shade, views, available space and access.

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Services we offer: • Free measure and quote • Supply and installation Carpet Vinyl Timber Cork Tiles for both domestic and commercial situations • Floor preparation • Repair service (for those little damages or restretches) • Insurance work

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grass and poured concrete. If your outdoor space is on a balcony or rooftop that may have already been decided.

Think about the type of furniture you prefer. Man-made rattans and wicker suites have become increasingly popular teamed with fade and weather-resistant soft cushioning that can be formal or fun living. But if your space is confined, choose carefully as some of these pieces are quite large.

Measuring may be called for.

Quality timber units made from hardwoods such as kwila make the cut too while some opt for the ease of aluminium-framed, glass or mosaic tables with matching chairs that come with fade-resistant topper pads.

It’s important to consider the need for shade – awnings, sails, umbrellas can all do the job but the range is huge so do some research before deciding what best fits your space and look.

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Accessories may include weatherproof rugs, colourful outdoor lights and free-standing heaters although, these days, permanent pizza ovens and outdoor fireplaces are both practical and aesthetically attractive.

They are also well-suited to many outdoor situations.

When it comes to privacy (and sometimes warmth) think about screens, partial fences, large sculptures, potted trees, wedge planting and dropside curtains, but be careful to retain sun and outlook especially if you have a balcony overlooking the ocean or a view of the countryside.

Once decided on a plan in which the furnishings and colours will make you feel calm and relaxed, then ensure landscaping enhances the mood.

Choose plants wisely but be sure upkeep is manageable – don’t overdo it unless you are a keen gardener.

Importantly, when catering for family and friends, be sure this new outdoor room is a place where there’s no need for lots of fuss – you too deserve to enjoy the environment you have created.

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It’s party time with Carlton Party Hire The question frequently asked of our Carlton Party Hire team is how can I make my function or event look different and give it the “WOW” factor?

Often, the answer is in the lighting.

Lighting alternatives available for parties have greatly increased in recent years ranging from the more traditional party lighting mirror balls, strobe lights, black lights, radius disco lights and laser lights with fog machines right through to advanced LED lighting curtains and LED furniture.

So often atmosphere is missing from a function but lighting is a simple, cost-effective way to create mood and ambience.

LED furniture is rechargeable so it’s great for indoor or outdoor use where power is unavailable. LED furniture can be set on one of a large range of colours, it can fade between colours, can strobe or even flash as the party progresses.

The LED range includes bars, bar leaners, benches, stools, coffee tables and ice buckets.

Don’t have a venue? Carlton Party Hire can create one for you by supplying a marquee.

New Zealand has beautiful landscapes that can form the perfect setting for a party or wedding and there are lots of options Lighting is a for marquees, simple, costincluding clear walls effective way to to make the most create mood and of that beautiful scenery through to ambience.” flooring systems such as dance floors.

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For a complete range of products to assist in making your party a fabulous success visit our Carlton Party Hire website www.carltonpartyhire.co.nz or call one of our friendly party hire team at the eastern branch, 62 Ti Rakau Drive, Pakuranga, phone 577-0328. For events call our events team on 0800 10 10 65.

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On sunny side of street

It’s not difficult to look on the bright side of life with a vista such as that enjoyed by one Sunnyhills couple, as JON RAWLINSON discovered.

Featuring in the Auckland Garden DesignFest, John and Kath Clark’s property will be on display as the tour carries guests to view 25 carefully selected private gardens throughout Auckland this month.

changed. “People’s needs have become simpler. I have noticed family time has become much more important. I design gardens geared to my clients’ personal style, which will vary from person to person.

Less than a year on from development of their impressive garden, orchestrated by landscape designer Robin Shafer, John says he is pleased with the results.

“Tastes go through many phases, but beautiful, timeless spaces to rest and connect with family and friends are always desired.

With good basic layout a garden will survive style changes and upgrades.”

“The idea was to have a resort style property. Robin did most of the design and we made a few minor changes to suit. We explained what we wanted and she put it all together.

We said, ‘that’s it’ and she said, ‘is it?’

We said ‘yes, it looks great!’ ” Robin says she set about developing a dream garden for the Clarks’ new build home.

“They were looking for a tropical oasis with privacy and wind protection; a play space for family members,” she says.

“Access once the house was built was a problem and we had to shift large palms. But, now, the big lawns and the pool’s shallow areas provide for young grandchildren with plenty of outdoor areas permitting outdoor living in all wind directions.”

The two-yearly festival – developed

by Garden Design Society of NZ and the Rotary Club of Newmarket – is intended to raise funds for children’s charities and showcase the work of landscape designers.

With charities – including Ronald McDonald House, KidsCan and Garden to Table – set to benefit, John is pleased to open his garden gates to visitors.

“Money goes to charity, so we’re happy to support that, and it’s an honour and privilege to be a part of it,” he says. “I do a lot more in the garden now because it’s so nice out

there. It’s more pleasurable and everything’s growing very quickly.

It certainly enhances our enjoyment of the property.”

Robin Shafer’s work will also be on show at garden 12 in Balmoral.

Tickets for the Auckland Garden DesignFest are available for visits to individual, or all gardens. Visit gardendesignfest.co.nz for details.

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After 30 years in landscape design, Robin says times and tastes have

During the Auckland Garden DesignFest, visitors will have the opportunity to speak with designers and, perhaps, garner a little inspiration for their own backyards.

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Win! Double passes for the Auckland Garden DesignFest Set to become a focal point on the garden calendar, the Auckland Garden DesignFest (November 16-17) is designed to showcase some of the city’s most remarkable gardens and raise funds for a good cause. EastLife has a double pass to give away. To be in to win, visit the competitions page at eastlife.co.nz. One entry per email address / person; entries close November 11, 2013.

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On a wing in NZ

Here’s a chance to book into some great reading with an opportunity to win a copy of either or both.

birds of nz – a photographic guide From country bush to our own backyards, New Zealand is blessed by a plethora of native birds.

Perhaps no one appreciates this more than senior curator of natural history at Canterbury Museum, Paul Scofield.

His new book, Birds of New Zealand – A Photographic Guide, with amazing images by Brent Stephenson, is a stunning documentation of 365 bird species found in New Zealand.

“New Zealand is truly a land of birds, with no naturally occurring terrestrial

mammals,” Paul says. “Birds are the commonest wild animals that New Zealanders will see outdoors.

When our national parks and recreation facilities are put together and designed, birds are taken into account more than anything else and increasingly tourism is benefitting from our endemic birdlife.”

extraordinary avian life.

In his new book, Paul draws on the latest information from birders and biologists, producing a definitive introduction to the identification and behaviour of this country’s

• Birds of New Zealand – A Photographic Guide by Paul Scofield.

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Just a small mistake? ‘ Nick Neben is a director of specialist renovation company Smith & Sons Howick and a time-served builder of more than 30 years experience.

October was certainly a month of memorable faux pas, skulduggery and big mistakes.

Unfortunately, we tend to be drawn to the hype and scandal associated with our favourite TV stars, politicians and sports people whenever they make a mistake.

I suppose the sad thing about the Len Brown affair is there are no winners.

Len did something that thousands of Kiwis before him have been guilty of and I am sure thousands more will in the future.

We Kiwis seem to be a pretty forgiving bunch. I’m sure with time our singing Mayor’s indiscretions will be forgiven, although maybe not forgotten.

Notoriety does come with its

expectations and perceptions – acceptability and accountability being the forefront of any credible person’s road to redemption. However, I do struggle to accept the motives of some of our media sources who connive to destroy the lives of our esteemed “A listers”.

We all make mistakes, that’s a fact of life.

Don’t hide it, learn from it, stand tall, admit your mistake or mistakes and accept the admiration and respect people will give you for being honest and human.”

As an apprentice builder I made plenty of mistakes. My boss was a hard task master and taught me the meaning of acceptability and accountability. Often it is not the mistake that irks people, it’s how you fix it and make amends.

in the hurt and anguish. My hero Jonah Lomu fronted the nation tearfully repenting his decision to exclude his parents from his marriage to South African, Tanya Rutter.

Then there was Norm Hewitt, Doug Howlett, Jesse Ryder and Zac Guilford who all had their afflictions with alcohol exposed.

Over the years I have watched as countless celebrities’ dirty laundry and hidden demons have been exposed to all those willing to bathe

It’s those choices we make in life that mould our future and create history.

Being remembered in a good way is important, but even our most revered

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heroes make mistakes. Showing integrity and understanding that we are only human makes accepting, we will all, whether from naivety or just plain stupidity, make mistakes at certain times in our lives.

Don’t hide it, learn from it, stand tall, admit your mistake or mistakes and accept the admiration and respect people will give you for being honest and human.

Now, I have to say a big thank you to Dale King, Rowan Toms and Sir Peter Leitch for putting on another fantastic Blue September Breakfast at Placemakers Pakuranga to raise money and awareness of prostate cancer.

And to all those guys out there taking part in “Movember” – good on you!

Raising awareness of men’s often ignored health issues is a great cause – Go Mo Bro’s.

Oh, and by the way, of what you hear, believe nothing, of what you see, believe only half.

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Much afoot on loan ladder Fencible Law Director, Lawyer & Entrepreneur, RICHARD GALBRAITH, with his take on current legal & business issues affecting our community.

Challenging times call for lateral thinking – and that’s exactly the advice we’d give would-be-property owners at the moment.

While the Reserve Bank decision to restrict bank funded over-80% LVR lending has created a quandary for many home hunters, the good news is there are quality alternatives.

We are a conservative bunch on the

introduced by a preferred mortgage adviser, for example Mortgage People; and up to 95% where a second mortgage of 5% is secured with a chosen finance partner.

whole and tend to prefer the main banks, but one of the silver linings of times like these, is that we become more aware of other providers and what they offer. RESIMAC is one of those – a lender with 29 years in the market and rating of ‘STRONG’

by Standard and Poor’s (one of the world’s leading rating agencies).

The lender is also considering launching a policy which allows for gifted deposits.

RESIMAC is continuing to lend up to 90% for quality borrowers, who are

What is the opportunity cost? Can you comfortably service a loan at a

It comes down to the maths. Will property prices in your chosen area increase at a rate which makes getting a 20% deposit together an unachievable race against time?

higher LVR? If the maths stacks up, then why not think laterally and look at alternatives to banks?

Of course, we always advise clients to consider their financial commitments carefully, but taking a look at the likes of RESIMAC shows that there are viable solutions for some home buyers who would otherwise be locked out of the market.

If that’s you, you can explore whether RESIMAC is an option by contacting Fencible Law or Mortgage People on 0800 823 823 (www. mortgagepeople.co.nz) or for more information go to www.resimac.co.nz.

Laterism, Soonerism and Nowism. Waddya reckon?

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Part one I prefer the term ‘life-transfer’, instead of ‘death’. I can’t believe that I arrived here, did so much, and my ultimate reward is... the end! That’s not right, is it? Hello? So, I became a devout... ‘Nowist’. I haven’t achieved everything, but I have done much already.

To be a Nowist is difficult. A Nowist wants to do the good stuff... now!

Alas, our world is not over-populated

with many Nowists. It is overrun by ‘Laterists’ (Look, I’ll get to that later, OK!) and ‘Soonerists’ (All right, I’ll get to it soon. Promise.).

Apart from these crazy creatures, there are other ‘now’ obstacles. The worst, is ‘time’.

Which twit, or group of twitters (that rings a bell...), only put 24 hours in a day? The Egyptians started all of this, with their ‘water clock’, around 1500 BC.

Not only is there never enough time, there is not enough money, will, support, information, tools, understanding or enthusiasm. We have to battle skeptics, adversaries, competitors, slow-movers, procrastinators, those who focus only on the problems, negaholics and the seriously risk-averse.

Worser, even we Nowists, can momentarily succumb to (Heaven forbid!)... ‘self-doubt’. For shame!

We almost believe that nasty little ‘what-if’ clique. That is where the doubters, ultra-conservatives, the unimaginative, the envious and the ‘picky’ dwell. Their mantra is...

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prove it to me’. In Part II of my call to ‘adventure’, I will give you the ultimate antidote to this widespread mantra.

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Know that the statement, ‘better safe than sorry’, has been a dream-killer forever. Let it not happen to you. Cheers.

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Values level,

sales nothing startling Total Focus Principal, Greg Roy areinz, gives an update on the local real estate market happenings.

September figures just released would indicate that the market is levelling out after its dramatic run over the last year or so.

The median price in the greater Howick area dropped back to $730,500 from its all time high of $740,000 for August. This trend line is not unexpected and I am sure most people will be happy to see some stability emerging.

Whenever I meet someone I know we invariably start talking real estate, and this year, more so than ever, with the market movement in prices constantly making the news.

But it’s been a year where we have had a continued shortage of listings.

This makes it really difficult for people to plan their next move, especially families that don’t want to get caught out homeless and end up having to rent.

Their dilemma is; do they sell first and join the queues at the auctions or try their luck buying, conditional on selling their own home (if they can even find a vendor who will do this) and hope not to lose out to one of

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I say bring on more stability and we can get more people on the move and into their new home.”

the cashed up buyers out there. We have experienced a larger number of disappointed buyers who have missed out on their dream home.

And if one looks at the volume of sales for the area it hasn’t been a year of startling numbers.

For example in September this year there were 182 sales, and to put this in context over, say the last 6 years, we have had a high of 352 (Mar 07), and a low of 119 (Jan 09).

But going back 10 years to September 2003 there was more than double the number at 435 (with a median price of $398,000) and we have a larger stock of houses today.

So, I say bring on more stability and we can get more people on the move and into their new home.

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Selling isn’t as simple as it once was!

So you’re thinking of selling and wondering how long the real estate good times will last? First decide whether to ‘make hay while the sun shines’ and sell now or hang on until it either gets better or goes soft as, no doubt, it will, sooner or later!

If you want to sell and decide to call a few agents for an appraisal and idea of price, be sure to select an agent with the best attitude towards service; not one who just gives you the best price or the lowest commission!

When I say service I mean someone who is a decisive, non-waffling type who will be on your side and that doesn’t always mean doing just as you say! You want an agent that won’t be pushed around by the buyers and can actually sell, not just take the order!

Your agent should first give you a Comparative Market Appraisal to show similar properties that have sold and are selling in the area.

Your agent has to be positive and know how to sell!

Remember, anyone can buy your listing by giving you the price you want to hear and then cap it off by saying they’ll charge the least commission. But do you really want someone who will ‘quote them high and watch them die!’ then come around and ‘vendor crunch’ you with phrases such as ‘well I thought

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the market would give you your price but the buyers don’t see it there,’ or, worse still, ‘my colleagues don’t agree with the asking price!’?

Some agents may say they will get you your dream price but will they?

Does anything that sounds too good to be true ever eventuate?

Yes, Asians are buying but they aren’t silly. They pay good money for good property but they don’t buy any property for more than it’s worth! The number of Asians attending auctions lately has meant many auctions are carried out in both English and Mandarin and sometimes Hindi. We try to ensure no one misses out! Especially not you, the vendor, who wants the best price!

But what is the best price? It’s the most the current market will pay and is only achieved with great presentation, excellent location and an agent that won’t buckle at the first offer!

As a seller all you want is service.

This means communication and a positive result from your agent. Get a commitment that you will receive just that and make sure your agent has multilingual sales staff in order to reach buyers of many different languages and cultures. Of course, a bit of good luck never goes astray either!

– Eric Chase, RE/MAX Zest

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Buyers of modern Aussie muscle cars like V8s and they like the sound they make too.

The ownership experience is about the feeling of all that delicious torque pressing you back in the seat, the roomy feel and on-road presence of a big car, and the exhaust burble.

Holden’s new VF Commodore SS-V Redline ticks all those boxes, bar one. It’s a sensational car with a level of refinement that you’d expect to find in a high end European offering, and has an equipment level to match.

The only thing missing is that traditional V8 soundtrack. A lot of effort has gone into insulating the cabin from noise and vibration, which enhances that car’s upmarket feel.

The interior oozes quality, and you’d

The doors and roof section are carried over from VE, but VF’s front and rear are all new. have to be a multiple amputee to not be able to find the right driving position.

buyer can go without breaking into HSV territory, things get even better.

The styling is right on the money, and there’s no question this test car’s ‘Red Hot’ paint and black alloys look the part.

With its unique FE3 Ultra Sports Suspension, SS-V Redline handles brilliantly. There’s good feedback through the steering, turn-in is crisp, and the car corners with precision.

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Highlights are the very effective Brembo brakes, and the aforementioned performance suspension.

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