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Locals get my vote Unbelievably, the General Election is two weeks gone with both Maurice Williamson, MP for Pakuranga and Jami-Lee Ross, MP for Botany, being returned to office with big majorities.

Hopefully, the distracting shenanigans leading up to the election are behind us and this government can get on with doing what, God willing, will be best for the country and its people. Of course, I am sure we all have an opinion of what that may be and how to go about it.

This month EastLife takes an artistic focus as Uxbridge supports Artweek in Auckland with a series of events including the Out of the Shed exhibition. Our cover features the stylistic painting, Black Chev by Waikato artist Bruce McLachlan whose work appears in the exhibition. See page 12 for more details on the exhibition and other Artweek events.

The important thing is not to become complacent but to challenge our politicians, seek clarity, listen to business heads, do some research of our own, and make sure we don’t make knee-jerk judgments on issues which require more thought and better understanding. Thank goodness we have three years to do all that!

While both local body and national politics are virtually impossible to ignore in this day and age, there is a

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That really made me sit up and take notice! A clever marketing idea, the accompanying sign appealed to the driver behind to text interest in winning the snowman to a mobile phone number provided.

Unfortunately, the lights changed and the car disappeared before I noted the number – my grandies would have loved Mr Snow.

Politics and snowman aside, I’ve been up to my ears reading copy about some of our fascinating locals – Shortland Street nurses, a big hitter in cricket circles, a young commis chef with the world in his mixing bowl and gardens to take your breath away. We also hear from a former Botany resident about her summer adventures in Canada.

diverse talents of EastLifers, none more so than that of our own motoring correspondent, Alistair Davidson who has been writing for EastLife since its inception and for our parent company, Times Newspapers Ltd for the past 25 years.

I remember him as just a lad and, fortunately he is still a lad, a likely one at that!

But no more clues as to what’s in this month’s EastLife – just go ahead and enjoy. And also make the most of these longer, lighter evenings – hooray, Daylight Saving is here!

Cheers

Helen Perry Editor

I am constantly amazed at the

This month...

6-7 Q&A

astLife motoring writer E Alistair Davidson – 25 years on the job

8-10 out & about Around the town

12-13 community calendar Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson

14-15 interview Heath Mills batting for fellow cricketers

16-17 feature Like us on facebook: www.facebook.com/ eastlifemagazine

lot more going on to keep us on our toes such as the UN Climate Summit in New York. And then there was the gorgeous snowman I spotted peeping out the back window of an Avon cosmetics car a few days ago.

Riverbank restoration project

18-19 interview

art exhibition - pg 31 37-48 health, beauty and fashion

• Shoes • Fashion – yellow mellow • Beauty products • Hair styling tips from Richard Kavanagh • Remember Prevagen

Young actors on call

21-36 Lifestyle

49-54 food

• Exploring Canada

• Waiheke’s pumping

• Emma Topping showing exhibition flair

• Essentials

• Coup for Waipuna chef

• Recipes

• Jet Park wins awards

• Dining guide

• Taste

55-71 home

• Canstar Awards • Coastal garden ramble • Fences and paving • Regular columnists

72-76 BUsiness • Book review, Scrum • Nespresso goes pro

• Phone for a job

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Alistair Davidson

Motoring writer and magazine publisher ALISTAIR DAVIDSON has more torque than a Dodge Viper. His ample dose of low down grunt is more than enough to withstand the pressures of being motoring correspondent for Times Newspapers Ltd for 25 years whilst also operating his own company which outputs two monthly magazines, NZ Petrolhead and NZ Rodder. Alistair started as an advertising rep with the Times group 33 years ago, his client base including vehicle dealerships and automotive businesses. In 1989 he started writing road tests for the newspapers after hours. Despite having left the company’s formal employ in the mid 1990s, he has continued writing for Times and its subsidiaries including EastLife.

Do you have any formal journalism training and if not, how did you become a motoring writer?

Nope, none whatsoever, although I was going pretty well in English class until I got kicked out of home at 16 and had to quit school. I always wanted to get into newspapers, so I applied for a job at the Howick and Pakuranga Times. Ironically, it was my now business partner, Shirley Haslam who interviewed me. She didn’t give me the job; said I wasn’t right for the role. Undeterred, I later heard there was a job coming up at East City News (H&P’s sister publication) so, I avoided Shirley and phoned the East City News ad manager. He reckoned my timing was impeccable, admired my enthusiasm and employed me!

The writing side came a few years later when then Times editor, Mike Smith said: “Al, you know a bit about cars, do you want to have a go at writing for the motoring pages?” Mike wanted a ‘his and hers’ road test column, so my wife Sharron became involved, too. Mazda New Zealand gave us its all-new 323 GLX sedan to drive, I think it was June 1989; I couldn’t believe I was driving a brand new car! Our boys were really young so we wrote about how easy it was to fit car seats and how much room there was in the boot for all the stuff needed for infants. The paper got good feedback and I must have done okay because other car companies offered us vehicles to evaluate.

Was your ‘freelance writing’ role at the Times the catalyst for later starting your own specialist car publication, or had you long harboured the idea?

The magazine idea came quite a while after I started writing for the Times. After a decade with the Times,

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I left to join NZ Car magazine, starting in advertising. I was then offered an associate editor role under respected motoring writer Donn Anderson. I learnt a great deal from Donn and how fortunate was I, having a full time job driving new cars and writing about them? It was a neat company and we had a lot of fun. When it sold to a much larger company with an assistant-that and deputy-the-other, I didn’t like the corporate scene so I left. Some people thought I was mental, quitting, but I was still testing cars for the Times.

with no wages; I sold my ’66 Fairlane hardtop so I could pay the mortgage.

Fortunately, NZ Petrolhead struck a chord with readers and businesses.

Today we are seven in the team, NZ Petrolhead is 88 pages with 22,500 circulation and we even have a real office, something we never planned for and didn’t really want.

I then set up my own consulting company and soon after had the vague idea of starting a magazine catering for hot rodding and motorsport. About that time Shirley [Haslam] who had a strong background in sales and marketing, left the Times so I asked her if she would come in on the project. She agreed; we formed a partnership and gave it a shot.

As a relatively small company how many hats do you wear at the office and what are they?

When did you start NZ Petrolhead and NZ Rodder; what aspirations did you have?

We started NZ Petrolhead in February 1998, and last month (September) saw the 200th issue. From the outset we wanted to set it apart but didn’t know how. Then, one day, I thought, ‘let’s apply the free community newspaper model to a motoring magazine’. Obviously, we both had newspaper backgrounds so it made sense.

Aspirations? We both worked from our own homes, had no staff and we contracted out the design and print. It was 24 pages, 10,000 circulation and free to pick up, so our only desire was that the advertising – our sole source of income – would be enough to pay the bills and give us a wage. That’s all we wanted. We had six months

We started NZ Rodder in 2000. It was the first full colour Kiwi rodding magazine, and we embraced technology so we could be first with the stories.

During NZ Petrolhead’s infancy Shirley and I did everything other than design and print. Now, my role is basically editorial (writing and photography), subbing contributors’ copy, proofing, a bit of marketing, and whatever planning time allows.

We also run a couple of car events.

Along with our permanent team, we have around 30 freelancers around the country so we can now delegate.

As well as NZ Petrolhead and NZ Rodder, we produce a monthly boating magazine for a client, and do some brochure and catalogue design.

Since formally departing the Times group you have remained the motoring correspondent for its newspapers and its subsidiaries, including EastLife. How did that come about?

When I went to NZ Car magazine I was totally open about writing for the Times. Donn was fine with it. In fact, he saw it as an advantage. Mike Smith was also keen for me to continue as readers liked the format, and there was good advertising support for the motoring section. It became a

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liftout called Inroad and peaked at something like 12 or 16 pages. I was responsible for all the copy.

The arrangement just continued when I started NZ Petrolhead. It’s been 25 years now so I guess you could say I’m user-friendly. Another important aspect, and I know it sounds corny, is that the Times is like family. The company always looked after me, it was great to work for, and there’s that all important loyalty factor.

What is the difference in the articles you write or publish in NZ Petrolhead and those you prepare for EastLife?

They’re totally different beasts. For EastLife it’s a straightforward car review; I drive the vehicles over a set route, critique how they go and handle, build quality, and the equipment and safety levels. I then write the test off my notes, and take the photos. With NZ Petrolhead I feature classic cars, hot rods and muscle cars. I meet and interview the owners, photograph their cars and become immersed in the passion they have for their ‘pride and joy’. It’s all about them, their vehicle and why it excites them. www.eastlife.co.nz

If you could drive only one vehicle from now on, what would it be and why?

Right now, I’d have to say a chopped 1934 Ford coupe with a hemi V8 and four-speed manual. The boys are all grown up so a coupe is fine, and I reckon it’s the ultimate hot rod. This will probably change next week.

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How about the sleekest on road vehicle? What’s ‘spun your wheels’ most during your 25 years as a motoring writer and why?

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One highlight was a Falcon XR8 launch in Australia, back when things weren’t so PC. V8 Supercar legend John Bowe took us around Sandown race track in Melbourne to show us the best lines, then we drove the cars absolutely flat out around the circuit. That doesn’t happen nowadays.

There’s a lead car that sets the pace and we have to be on our best behaviour.”

Not at all. I still get excited when I pick up the latest test vehicle, to see what’s new and if it has that ‘feel good factor’. The only challenges I have after driving a new car, these days, are finding new places to take the photos, and coming up with fresh ways to approach stories.

Do you also have mechanical aptitude as well as writing, selling and management skills?

We own a 1962 Thunderbird mild custom that we’ve driven around most of country, including the South Island four times. My drive car is a 2006 Mustang GT V8 that’s lowered and has a performance tune, and we’re building a 1928 Ford Model A roadster pick-up hot rod that’s running a big-block V8.

You make me sound too flash! As far as business skills go, I’ve basically made it up as I’ve gone along.

Hell, after 16 years of publishing NZ Petrolhead we still don’t have a business plan. We’re not that swish.

As for cars, I do a lot of the work myself. I did most of the bodywork and paint preparation on the T-bird, along with fitting the modified suspension, welding the exhaust, final assembly and wiring. I guess that comes from reading hot rodding magazines since school age, being in hot rod clubs and not being afraid to give it a go. But put me near a modern car and I wouldn’t know where to start; they don’t even have carburettors or points!

Do you ever tire of test driving cars and/or writing about them?

Do you consider yourself a competent driver and do you aspire

You are known for your love of muscle cars, what do you personally drive and is that your only car? What else is parked in your garage?

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That’s a tough question. A lot of cars are brilliant at what they’re designed for, but don’t spin my crank. The ‘sleekest’ would have to have been a Honda NSX that I had for one day while at NZ Car. I’d still like to own one. One car that I least wanted to give back was a ’06 Audi RS4, the whole idea of a 4.2-litre V8 crammed into a small car, with full-time allwheel drive, really appealed. Most recently, the new BMW M3 did it for me big time. Mind you, most of the drive was racing around Taupo and Hampton Downs tracks; I need to spend some time with it on a day to day basis before adding it to my wish list.

to race either on the hard circuit, rallying or any other form of motor racing?

If you could be Minister of Transport for one day, what would you do first and why?

I’d say capable at best. I’ve done a few advanced driving courses through the motoring writing, and we sometimes do track sessions at car launches. But circuit racing’s not my thing; I have drag raced at club days and street meets rather than at competition level. I enjoy cruising in my American cars, and the social side of hot rodding. That’s where my passion lies.

Implement mandatory driver training, without a doubt. People blame speed, inattention, inexperience and alcohol for accidents. That’s true, they are all causes, but teach people how to drive properly and the risk would be significantly lower. And if I had time before I knocked off for the day I’d increase the penalties for drunk driving. Some people get off way too light. Recidivist drink drivers should be locked up, and their cars crushed.

Cars are a big part of your professional and your personal life, but what other interests do you have?

Way too many. My big thing is cycling.

I’ve been biking for four years, which is as far removed from being a petrol head as you can possibly get. I’ve done endurance events such as four laps of Taup0 – 640kms – but now I race over shorter distances. I also do a bit of mountain biking. I hate to admit this, but I have more bikes than cars. I also collect model cars, do pinstriping, airbrushing, go to the gym, and we’re in the middle of house alterations.

If you could invite any three people (living or dead) to dinner, who and why?

Mum and dad, without a doubt. They both passed away a while back; there’s still lots I’d like to talk to them about, and I’m sure they’d love to see how well our boys are doing. The third would be Billy Gibbons from ZZ Top. I met him at a car show in Napier five years ago. A total petrol head and a brilliant musician, he’s also intelligent and appreciates beauty, be it in nature, architecture or automotive styling. eastlife | october 2014 |

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October 2014 ➤ artweek Hohepa Now-October 14, Uxbridge Creative Centre, Uxbridge Rd, Howick This inspiring exhibition showcases the talents of intellectually and physically disabled young people who have been helped by the Hohepa charity. The organisation offers vocational training to help individuals reach their fullest potential and uses its art focus to help them connect their inner and outer worlds.

Drawings, Watercolours and Prints October 6-November 17, Uxbridge Creative Centre, Uxbridge Rd, Howick View the artworks of Ros Lowrey combining her love of pattern and Victorian objects inspired from her vast travels. The exhibition includes pieces featuring multiple techniques including drawing, watercolour and oil painting as well as the print techniques of solar plate and etching.

Unstuck in Time October 10-19, 11.30am-5.30pm, Silo 6, Wynyard Quarter, Cnr Jellicoe and Beaumont Sts, Auckland CBD, FREE Our very own Te Tuhi Centre for the Arts will be taking selected projects from its headlining spring exhibition Unstuck in Time into the city – the silos to be exact. A multi-format exhibition, it explores how perceptions of time influence mankind’s occupation of Earth and our relationship to each other. See Te Tuhi Film night at tetuhi.org.nz Open Late & Light Show October 14, 6pm-9pm, Auckland Art Gallery, Cnr Kitchener and Wellesley Sts, Auckland CBD Indulge in a spot of late night art as the Auckland Art Gallery

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turns nocturnal. The city will be heaving with food, entertainment and free tuk tuks and the gallery will be illuminated with the world famous Light Show, the first major presentation of international lightbased art to be seen in the country.

From atmospheric installations to intangible sculptures, visitors will experience light in all of its spatial and sensory forms.

Kids Festival October 18, 12pm-3pm, Uxbridge Creative Centre, Uxbridge Rd, Howick Celebrate the young generation with a fun day out at Uxbridge! Local children will be inspired, entertained and encouraged with a day filled with fun activities, arts and crafts opportunities, performances, music and more. So make a day of it and diary it for the little ones!

It’s in the Detail: A Collection of Diwali Drop-in Craft Days October 18 & 25, noon-2pm, Papakura Art Gallery, Averill St, Papakura, FREE Light up children’s faces for Diwali with colourful crafts! Stations will be set up in the gallery for fun activities such as making rangoli designs with coloured salt, decorating Diwali salt dough divas and creating Diwali greeting cards for friends and family.

For more information on all Artweek events, see artweekauckland.co.nz

➤ garden The Good Life – Eco Festival Waiheke September 26-October 12, various locations on Waiheke Island As the earth springs back to life, it’s time to reflect and cherish the beautiful environmental treasures

➤ seminar On the Horizon: Hauraki Gulf Marine Park Seminar October 20, 9.30am-5pm, Auditorium, Auckland War Memorial Museum, Auckland Domain, Parnell The Hauraki Gulf is one of Auckland’s most beautiful resources and it is important to ensure it stays that way. The Hauraki Gulf Forum’s annual seminar will help set the agenda that Waiheke holds. Packed with ideas and inspiration to encourage sustainable living as well as a multitude of workshops, garden tours and talks, this is a must for those who love nature. Check out Tread Lightly Tours on October 4 & 5 showcasing eco-homes and gardens and allowing participants to tap into the knowledge of experienced sustainability practitioners. These full-day tours cost $75 and include lunch. Visit ecofestwaiheke.com.

Pohutukawa Coast Garden Ramble November 8, 10am-4pm, Beachlands and Maraetai From native to subtropical, English country to Mexican influenced, the Pohutukawa Coast Garden Ramble features an eclectic mix of gardens in one of the most picturesque areas of greater Auckland. Plants, gifts and refreshments will be available for purchase along the

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for the management of our Gulf – find out what’s on the cards this year and hear the latest thinking and research from a stellar line up of guest speakers including: scientists Mike Joy and Shane Kelly, celebrity chef Al Brown, journalist Rod Oram, architect Nat Cheshire and filmmaker Steve Hathaway. Tickets are $30 and include catered lunch and morning and afternoon teas. way, with spot prizes up for grabs.

Organised in association with the Beachlands Baptist Church, proceeds from the ramble will go to assist migrants and refugees from Burma. For more information visit pohutukawacoastgardenramble.co.nz.

➤ entertainment The Sound of Music October 3-19, The Civic, Cnr Queen and Wellesley Sts, Auckland CBD One of the most anticipated musicals of the year has arrived bringing familiar tunes that will have audiences singing long after the show. From its premiere on Broadway in 1959, this well-loved story of Maria, a governess who transforms the life of a widower and his seven children has continued to be a defining musical for all generations. Featuring British soprano Lesley Garrett, the 30-strong international cast will

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be joined by 18 young Kiwi actors including Pakuranga girl, Melody LuiWebster. See ticketmaster.co.nz Oktoberfest October 4, 2pm-10pm, Turanga Creek Organic Vineyard, Whitford Park Rd, Whitford Bottoms up! Enjoy the best of food and beer at Turanga Creek with live music and entertainment in a gorgeous open-air setting. Join in the revelry and celebrate this traditionally German festival with a Kiwi twist!

Tickets $80 and include a meal, glass stein, single pour token and entry to the event. Buses available for $15 per person. For tickets, phone 530 8936.

➤ rural Clevedon A&P Show November 8 & 9, 9am-5pm, Clevedon A&P Showgrounds, Monument Rd, Clevedon An annual event not to be missed, the Clevedon A&P Show has again built up a sturdy line up of events promising plenty of action in the competition ring and for family fun.

Admission $25 per person; phone 0800 BUY TIX to book.

➤ auckland heritage festival Embroidery Classes October 5 & 12, 1-3pm, Alberton, Mt Albert Rd, Mt Albert, FREE Pin down some fun for young ones with embroidery lessons at historic Alberton. Suitable for ages 6-15, the sessions will focus around the Ottoman poppy design to commemorate the First World War. Bookings essential; phone 846 7367. Whilst there, parents can check out the Remembrance of WWI exhibition featuring historic wartime memorabilia from the Kerr Taylor family who originally owned Alberton.

Exhibition and house entry is $8 and FREE for accompanied children.

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The Boundary Riders Launch October 5, 2-3pm, Howick Library, Uxbridge Rd, Uxbridge, FREE As part of the Auckland Heritage Festival, singer/songwriter Rachel Dawick is launching her fourth album and book, The Boundary Riders, a journey of infamous characters whose stories and music are inspired by the Wild West. From prostitutes to missionary wives, gold miners to magicians, this collection of musical tales speaks of conquests, survival, persistence and the merging of a rich diversity of people and cultures into our New Zealand heritage.

The Anzac Book Readings with Merv Smith October 12, 3pm-4.30pm, Highwic, Mortimer Pass, Newmarket The Anzac Book, created by soldiers at the Gallipoli front, WW1, is brought vividly to life by Merv Smith, whose voice is known to many from 25 years as host of 1ZB. First released in 1916 and created by soldiers under enemy fire and extreme hardship, the

illustrations, stories, cartoons and poems were intended as a Christmas and New Year diversion for soldiers facing a harsh winter in the trenches.

Ruth Buckland (daughter of Alfred and Matilda Buckland) who inherited the house and land at Highwic purchased one of 100,000 copies at the time, and the first-edition copy remains in Highwic’s collection. Entry $10 adults, children FREE; phone Highwic on 524 5729 for more details.

items which played an important part in our military history. At the same time, make a note to attend the special Passchendaele 97th Commemoration Service at 11am in the WWI Sanctuary and Hall of Memories. One of the greatest tragedies in New Zealand history, the battle of Passchendaele resulted in the greatest loss of life for New Zealand in any military engagement. www.aucklandmuseum.com

Military Heritage Festival October 12, 10am-4pm, Atrium and War Memorial Galleries, Auckland War Memorial Museum, Auckland Domain, Parnell, FREE March this way for a show-and-tell of epic proportions! Learn all about New Zealand’s military heritage from collectors and experts from the New Zealand Military Historical Society. View vehicles, models, badges, medals, guns and other historic pieces and learn through demos, show-and-tells, weapon handling and talks on these heritage

For more information on Auckland Heritage Festival events see heritagefestival.co.nz

➤ New club Crime Fiction Book Club First meeting to be advised Do you know your Morse from your Marple? Your Lewis from your Luther? Or your Martina Cole from your Michael Connolly? Howick Library is calling for readers with a passion for crime fiction to join its Crime Fiction Book Club.

Whether you’re a fan of the time-honoured whodunits, or the hard-nosed detectives that go beyond the law – then this book club will have something for you. Phone Vivienne Durrant on 534 5301 or email vivienne. durant@aucklandcouncil.govt. nz for more information and to register your interest.

➤ Markets Howick Village Market Every Saturday , 9am-12.30pm, Picton St, Howick Classy Crafts Every Saturday, 9am-1pm, All Saints Community Centre, Cook St, Howick Beachlands Mini Market and Carboot Sale Second Saturday of each month, Sept-Dec, Feb-May (closed January), 9am-12noon, Beachlands Chartered Club, Wakelin Rd, Beachlands 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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It’s not just cricket! heath mills on front foot

Cricket is a simple, bat, ball, bowler, batsmen, fielders… what more does one need? However, in a professional environment, New Zealand’s favourite pastimes also require steady organisation to compete, as JON RAWLINSON discussed with Heath Mills.

Heath Mills believes the purity of cricket mustn’t be compromised.

However, he says without efficient organisation behind the scenes, sportspeople could become perpetually estranged from winning ways.

The chief executive of the New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association (NZCPA) points out: “People talk about scoring runs, taking wickets, or captaincy, but that all happens because everyone’s going in the right direction.

“In my humble opinion, the Blackcaps are succeeding largely because of the organisation behind the team.”

However humble his opinion, Mills is a man with more than one plan when it comes to cricket!

Locally raised, he played for the Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club and Otago University before a slipped disc effectively curtailed ambitions in sport.

Yet, he was destined to play a more wide-ranging role when his brother, Kyle; fellow Macleans College alumnae, Brook Walker, and other players sought assistance with their Auckland Cricket contracts in 2001.

“Professionalism was new and run on a dictatorial model,” Heath says. “People just felt athletes were fortunate to play for their country and didn’t take into account the huge financial returns being generated off the players’ backs.

“I spoke to the Auckland Cricket CEO about how Kyle and the rest of them wanted to play in England, but Auckland wanted them to stay and train through winter. I said ‘well, they can’t do that without any income!’ He ended up agreeing to retain them on [paid] contracts.”

Having previously completed a Bachelor of Physical Education and a Diploma of Teaching and, as director of sport at Mt Albert Grammar School, where he established sports academies, Heath welcomed the new opportunity.

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“I caught up with a mate from university, Dion Nash [former Blackcap pace bowler], who was relief teaching at Mt Albert. I lamented to him about the treatment of players, given the amount of money being generated through broadcast revenues. He said ‘what we need is a players’ association’. My reply, and I remember it to this day, was ‘what’s that?’”

Heath sought advice from former Australian spin bowler, Tim May, who had helped establish the Australian Cricketers’ Association and from another Otago University mate, Rob Nichol, from the New Zealand Rugby Players’ Association. He says the early days were tricky, but good advice proved invaluable.

“After we’d signed all the players, we negotiated a collective agreement with New Zealand Cricket. They weren’t that keen to engage – there was even a six-week strike – but we got there. By the end of 2002, I’d left Mt Albert Grammar and was working for the association full time.”

Heath feels himself fortunate to have become involved. “I often reflect that if the Heath Mills of 2002 applied for the job today, he wouldn’t have stood a ghost of a chance!”

Working under a master agreement with New Zealand Cricket, NZCPA is an incorporated society which acts as an advocate for players, advising on contractual matters here and overseas.

In addition, Heath says it works to improve the lot of coaches and support staff, past players, the standard of grounds and training facilities.

“We run tournaments to help past players connect with the sport again and operate the Cricketers’ Hardship Trust to assist through tough times.

Our Hooked on Cricket Community Development programme, takes the game to youth in areas where it doesn’t have a high profile.

“In terms of current players, 20 years ago people played while studying or

working; these days, kids come into academies from 15 years old and are told to focus on sport. That’s why we have a professional development programme to link them with study and work, so they have options when cricket no longer pays the bills.”

Beyond its regular programmes, NZCPA has faced some challenging issues as professional cricket comes of age.

“When a bomb went off in Pakistan in 2002, we were very lucky not to lose anyone. Since then, we have had a security check process with New Zealand Cricket. We now recommend to players whether or not they should travel. We take that work very seriously.

“In 2008, the ICC (International Cricket Council) was due to hold a Champions Trophy tournament in Pakistan. We were concerned about our players travelling there.

Eventually, the ICC postponed the event.

“A short time later, a bomb exploded in the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad where players would have stayed. That proved the intelligence we were getting was right!”

More recently, the sport has been embroiled in match-fixing investigations involving former Blackcaps, Lou Vincent and Chris Cairns. Heath’s brother, Kyle, was named as one of three players who aided ICC investigations into Cairns’ alleged role.

Heath says he is aware of some aspects of the investigation but is not party to all information.

Perhaps a little light shed on a dark place in sport could be beneficial in the long run.

“It’s awakened New Zealand to match-fixing, the biggest issue facing sport today. I think we’ve been naive about it, feeling our country is free of corruption and it wouldn’t happen here. But we send our athletes to environments where, unfortunately,

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Match-fixing is the biggest issue facing sport… I’m hopeful investigations won’t involve more New Zealand players, but I’m always prepared to be surprised.”

it’s prevalent,” he says.

“It’s been a difficult time and we hope it will reach a conclusion shortly so we can all move on. I’m hopeful investigations won’t involve more New Zealand players, but I’m always prepared to be surprised.”

While the sporting world awaits the outcome (for better or worse) of one of its darkest chapters, fans can trust that, with Heath at the helm, the health of New Zealand cricket may improve further.

“I love the game and still play at a social level,” he says. “Our members want to see cricket grow and by embracing professionalism, we’re hopeful that will happen.” www.eastlife.co.nz

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can blackcaps claim the cup?

Come February 14 next year, Kiwi cricket fans will be hoping there will be no Valentine’s massacre of the Blackcaps when the Cricket World Cup begins.

Although this country has never claimed the cup, with matches in our own backyard, Heath Mills from New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association (NZCPA) is cautiously optimistic.

“I never get too excited when things go well, so I don’t get too dejected when they don’t! However, I think the Blackcaps have every chance and I’ll be disappointed if they’re not in the mix at the end,” he says.

While past failures could plague the team, Heath believes the Blackcaps now have a recipe for success.

“We’ve noticed a huge change in high performance at New Zealand Cricket recently. It’s been poor, but now, www.eastlife.co.nz

finally, there’s a good structure. The team’s well managed, coached and supported by a good programme.

15 years. Two years ago, Brendon McCullum spent just 10 nights in his own bed. That’s not a good situation.

administrators are focused on money, not necessarily the best interests of cricket.”

“Above all, there’s improved communication, organisation and planning; these are simple things but I can’t overemphasise their importance.”

“We need to get a heck of a lot better at managing players; when to play or rest them. Also, they can earn much more playing franchise sport elsewhere, so we have to [offer] leave so they can get their earnings up.

Otherwise, they’re forced to make that decision, ‘do I keep playing here or go overseas?’ ”

While the Blackcaps prepare to take on the world, closer to home, the Howick Pakuranga Club continues to be a grassroots nursery, having produced such notable players as Dion Nash, Kyle Mills, Mitchell McClenaghan and Colin Munro.

Despite the rise of T20 and purists favouring the test format, there is still a place for one-day cricket, he says.

“The World Cup is the major event.

One-day cricket will stay because it’s a good format; the players like playing it and broadcasters just love it! Ultimately, as long as they want it, it’ll stay.”

However, Heath believes issues such as player burnout may change the nature of the game.

“We can’t expect the same 11 players to play 11 months of the year for

Heath adds that test cricket also requires a World Cup of sorts for the game to prosper.

“It’s a failure that after 100 years or so we still don’t have a world test championship. It could be done, but two or three member boards choose not to because they want to choose [which sides] they play.

They can make a lot more money that way. Unfortunately, some

Heath is circumspect when asked which of these players is the best in the business.

“I know all those guys so it’s hard for me to say! It’s a great club and, as I remember, it had a strong junior programme with senior players prepared to impart their knowledge.

“I think that’s been a real secret to its success. I put it down to the ethos and culture of the club. It’s a good example to others.” eastlife | october 2014 |

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Ripples of change ‘ The countryside may be nature’s domain, but sometimes, the labour of man is needed for it to reveal its true beauty.

times the size of his current property, Hamish had always wanted to introduce his formerly city-based family to what he knew.

The Wairoa River is one such work in progress. A popular kayaking trail linking Clevedon Village to the Tamaki Strait, it is an idyllic scene for many sightseers and visitors.

With the river and several springs running onto his Clevedon land, it seemed ideal at first. “We liked the concept of the river but we didn’t realise how blocked up it was. At the moment you cannot go up the river, because of crack willow growing along it,” Hamish says.

However, further upstream, the river does not paint such a pretty picture as the Frizzell family discovered.

Clevedon residents Emma and Hamish Frizzell bought 40 hectares of land along Monument Road more than four years ago with the aim of establishing a rural lifestyle for them and their three children.

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“This has led to erosion and exacerbated the flooding – it has been a major issue and has been for a long time.”

In fact, when the Frizzells tried to use the river for their son’s birthday, they had their work cut out for them.

“We could only raft a small section

What we want to see is kayaking, rafting and all those sorts of activities that are part of rural living. It’s definitely something that we want to see improved that would benefit us and the whole community.”

because of the willows – maybe 300m – and most of that was made possible on my part by working with a chainsaw,” says Hamish.

Now, with the whole family pitching in to address the problem with the help of a few environmental organisations, it seems there is light at the end of the river.

Working whenever they can – weekends and school holidays are a bonus – the Frizzells have fenced off springs and riverbanks, poisoned willow and planted more than 2000 native plants such as kanuka, manuka, kauri and puriri on their land.

The plants are mainly sourced from the established nursery of council-led initiative Trees for Survival which also provides volunteers from local

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schools annually to help the Frizzells with planting. Local group Wairoa Landcare has also helped with securing a grant for willow poisoning.

“Wairoa Landcare Group received a grant from the Auckland Council and our property was put forward because of its extensive river boundary. This was put towards willow poisoning which local company, Arbor Pacific, has carried out.”

“For every kilometre, there needs to be 5000 plants,” says Hamish. “It’s going to be slow and gradual but the idea is to get the willows removed and plant natives along the river from here all the way down to Clevedon Village.”

And there’s weeding to be done for the young trees planted by Trees for Survival too. This is done once or twice a year by the family over the course of two to three days.

With 1.6km river boundary on their land, however, planting all along the river remains a mammoth task.

Importantly, the Frizzells would like to see the river restored to its full potential and be able to be used for

recreational activities. The Wairoa River is one of the most important resources and water features in the Auckland area, says Hamish.

“What we want to see is kayaking, rafting and all those sorts of activities that are part of rural living.”

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And while it has been pretty tough going, Hamish says it will be worth it in the long run.

“It’s definitely something that we want to see improved that would benefit us and the whole community.”

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Nursing ambitions for theatre career ‘ They may not be the stars of the show, but two budding young actresses hope their minor roles will pave the way to bigger things.

NATALIE BRITTAN has a candid conversation with them.

Meet Lauren McLay and Donna Botha aka the “featured extra regular nurses” on Shortland Street.

“We started off as extras at the bar but after we did a few acting courses, we landed the role,” says Lauren from her Half Moon Bay home. “We spend a lot of time walking around the corridors being nurses!”

Every now and then the long-time friends, in their 20s, appear in a scene with some of the more prominent cast members of the long-running TV show such as Angela Bloomfield, whose on-screen character Rachel McKenna tied the knot earlier this year with male lead Dr Chris Warner (played by Michael Galvin).

myself as more of a creative than an intellectual.

“I love the freedom it gives me by becoming someone else. It brings me so much joy and gives joy to other people.”

A former Pakuranga College student, Donna came from a similar background.

“I did drama and that’s when my passion for acting started. Like Lauren I was bullied. We started talking about acting this year and Lauren’s been helpful by kicking me in the butt and making me go for it!”

This year, they have started attending regular acting workshops and classes at Howick Little Theatre.

But there’s little time for off-script conversation – “we don’t get to talk to them because it’s quite full on and they’re always rushing.”

A self-confessed “Gleek” (fan of TV musical show Glee), Donna also sings as well as acts.

And keeping mum is always a challenge as demonstrated with the recent death of beloved character Sarah Potts.

Not so much a Gleek, Lauren is more into stage musicals, citing her favourites as Wicked and Les Miserables.

“I started my role as a nurse when she died,” says Lauren.

In fact, the pair appeared in a musical last month for the Auckland Music Theatre where Lauren also interns as a stage manager.

“She was my favourite on Shortland Street and one of the actors I looked up to. It was really cool to see her last days on Shortland Street but really hard because you’re not allowed to tell anyone!”

Lauren and Donna’s acting journey only began in earnest this year when they discovered they had similar goals and aspirations.

For Lauren, her interest in acting blossomed while at Macleans College.

“I always wanted to be an actress. I was bullied a lot so my confidence was quite low but acting helped build it up and it’s really started bubbling up this year.

“I love expressing myself and see

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“In this industry you have to take what you can get. I’ve learnt lots about how to put on a show and organising props and rehearsals.”

In between auditions and rehearsals, she also coaches women’s cricket for the Auckland University Cricket Club.

Meanwhile, Donna works as a part-time teacher aide at a south Auckland school. “We’re struggling actresses!”

Fortunately, they have the support of their families and are keen to do more.

“My dad doesn’t like soap operas or sitting down but after the first episode I did he now watches it

I did drama and that’s when my passion for acting started. Like Lauren I was bullied.

We started talking about acting this year and Lauren’s been helpful by kicking me in the butt and making me go for it!”

religiously!” says Donna.

“We would just love to continue performing – it’s our passion and we love being on stage. Being able to gain more experience would be great.”

At the same time, there is a more meaningful motive.

“We just want to inspire other people to not only strive for their dreams but believe in themselves.

We want to have that recognition so we can encourage others.”

This month, Donna and Lauren will be performing in Yo Future, a stage show investigating the fears and fascinations of the millennial generation (born after 1984).

“We had to answer questions about the future of New Zealand and our suburbs in order to get the part,” says Lauren.

And here’s what she had to say: “Half Moon Bay will be a place of luxury. I see a community forming within Half Moon Bay. “With great walk-ways, easy transportation access, cafes, supermarket and restaurants, it will bring others together.”

From Half Moon Bay to Shortland Street in the city, these suburban ‘nurses’ are certainly going places!

• Yo Future plays at TAPAC, Western Springs from October 16-26. Visit www.tapac.org.nz for tickets and show times.

Photo Wayne Martin Photographed at The Lounge, Howick courtesy Tony and Chris Bull

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Wattie’s ‘cans-do’ attitude Looking for a soup-urb evening out that won’t break the bank?

Wattie’s and selected local cinemas may have just the ticket!

When the Wattie’s Cans Film Festival rolls into town, moviegoers will be able to exchange a can of food for a seat at the flicks on November 12.

Gordon Wood, from Hoyts Botany Downs, says the event is designed to stock up the Salvation Army’s food banks to ensure a merry Christmas for those in need.

“We really look forward to the festival. It is a direct way of supporting our local community and the neediest in the area,” he says.

“It’s an initiative we’ve supported every year and something that we take great pride in. We hope to support the festival for many years to come.”

In addition to Hoyts, selected EVENT Cinemas, Reading Cinemas and other independents nationwide will also be involved.

Wattie’s will match, can for can, all donations.

Since the festival sprang into action in 1994, more than a million cans have been donated, says The Salvation Army’s Secretary for Social Services, Major Pamela Waugh.

“Christmas is an extremely difficult time for many families so food donations received through the Wattie’s Cans Film Festival make a real difference to New Zealanders when they need it the most.”

Donations ‘can’ be made and tickets collected from November 5; for screening details, visit the ‘What’s New’ section at watties. co.nz.

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Winning photography The photography talents of Howick Camera Club members have yet again won recognition with a set of stunning images from four members winning the 2014 Bowron National Landscape Trophy. The general comment was that it was a wonderfully put together set of black and white images that blew the opposition away.

Mountain Mood

By Lindsay Murray, above

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By Bob McCree, right

Howick Camera Club is one of the largest and busiest clubs in New Zealand catering for all levels of photography â&#x20AC;&#x201C; beginners to experienced; juniors to seniors.

The club meets three times a month and members take part in competitions, workshops and field trips.

Tekapo Hills

By Frank Ciochetto, above

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Bringing love to the table Romantics have it tough these days with cynics from all corners of society baying for their blood.

Intrigued by this, one Howick author is hoping to change people’s perception of love with her new book. She explains her inspirations for the book to NATALIE BRITTAN. These days news of an engagement is more likely to be met with scepticism than congratulations – at least that was how it was for Howickian Aleisha Coote when she announced her engagement some years ago.

“My husband and I were quite young when we got engaged. Our immediate family and friends were brilliant and supportive but general society had very interesting thoughts such as, ‘it’s all downhill from here’, ‘there’s no sex after marriage’, and ‘there’s plenty more fish in the sea’.”

And with dismal divorce statistics from Statistics New Zealand to back this up – approximately 9.4 divorces for every 1000 marriages as opposed to 10.9 marriages for every 1000 of the unmarried population above 16 – Aleisha came to the conclusion that “we don’t live in a society that is conducive towards marriage”.

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This was all contrary to what Aleisha had experienced both in her upbringing and her own love life.

diminished. “People don’t sit across the kitchen table and talk like they used to and you can’t have deep meaningful conversations when you’re sitting on the couch watching TV.”

“I had this belief that love was easy and effortless. I met my husband while waitressing at the local Barracuda when it used to be on Bucklands Beach. He came in for dinner one night and I just knew I was going to marry the man at table three!”

As someone with a background in marketing and communications, and who now uses her skills as a behavioural and professional development coach, the passionate communicator says people need to focus on quality time in a fast-paced, electronic world.

In response to these two contrasting worlds, Aleisha came up with Love on the Kitchen Table: A Couple’s Guide to Creative Communications and Lasting Love, her first book launched in late August.

“When you stop and connect in a meaningful way, amazing stuff happens,” she says. “We have to consciously sit down to connect more than ever. Whether that’s at the coffee table, the park bench, the boardroom table, it doesn’t matter – it’s about a connection which I think is so powerful.”

“I always knew I would write a book called ‘Love on the Kitchen Table’ even before I wrote the book!”

Using the metaphor of a kitchen table, the former Pakuranga College student structures her book to reflect different areas for keeping love alive.

Drawing from her own relationship with her husband, Aleisha also references feedback from her clients as well as their life experiences in the book.

Although the kitchen table is the heart of the home, Aleisha says these days, its function is somewhat

While the book appeals to people at different stages of their relationships, she is quick to point out it is not a

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People don’t sit across the kitchen table and talk like they used to and you can’t have deep meaningful conversations when you’re sitting on the couch watching TV.”

one-size-fits-all solution.

“The book makes no claims to be able to fix relationships. So, if a couple is on the brink of divorce, this is not a solution. It’s written more as an education piece; to be used as a tool and resource for sharing. People can choose to do with the information as they please.”

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the kitchen table’ after reading the book, Aleisha says they’ll be “highly disappointed”.

“Some of the common misconceptions is that the book is a cookbook or soft porn title but it’s certainly none of those. I usually laugh and tell people they’re a long way off and redirect them to 50 Shades of Grey!”

And with the creative juices already flowing for her next book, Love on the Boardroom Desk, it seems this dynamic local author will be doing plenty of redirecting over the next few years!

The information can be enriching but it doesn’t mean all will be smoothsailing after, says Aleisha.

• Love on the Kitchen Table is available from Amazon and Barnes & Noble in paperback and digital versions.

“I’m not an expert on everybody’s relationships. Life is full of ups and downs but it’s all about how you deal with those. Knowledge is power and it doesn’t make you immune but it definitely gives you a beautiful landscape to work from whereby you move through things a lot more easily and don’t get stuck on the little things.”

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Local resident and history buff CHRISTINE MILES gives the low down on the history behind some of our thoroughfares and well known sites.

Captain Surgeon John Thomas Watson Bacot arrived on the sailing ship, Ann, with 74 other Fencibles and their families in May 1848.

As the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surgeon Bacot was responsible for the health and wellbeing of its passengers. This included not only treating the sick, but ensuring a school on board for the children, and setting a regime for cleaning of the passenger quarters. It is probable that Bacot was rewarded a small bonus for each living passenger on disembarkment.

Interestingly, on the Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey to New Zealand there were three fires on board, the ship ran out of salt, there were three births and 12 deaths.

Bacotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home was built on the ridge of Bleakhouse Road. In his diaries he complains of boredom, there being no illness or epidemics nor even a hospital in Howick.

Reverend Vicesimus Lush in his own diaries makes mention of Dr Bacotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s idleness, noting that most days he sat on the verandah reading novels and shooting at birds on his lawn.

During this time, Bacot, with pensioners Owen Gray and Michael Ford, started a community

bacot place newspaper, the Pensioner Gazette which was short-lived. However, the three men were outspoken in print and they came to government attention, ultimately causing publication to cease as the newspaper was deemed to be a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cause for unrestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Bacot then put his spare time to courting Anne, daughter of Captain Alexander MacDonald. The two wed in 1851 at Howickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic church. Apparently, if dates recorded in wedding and death notices are correct, a child was born, before the nuptials but died from dysentery when just five years old.

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On achieving his seven-year tenure as staff-surgeon to the Fencible Pensioners, Bacot made the unhappy discovery that he was not considered a Pensioner, therefore his house and land would not be transferred into his name.

A court case followed in which he successfully argued that he had arrived in New Zealand in medical charge of Fencible Pensioners and was therefore entitled to the same advantages as other Officers of Pensioners. [1] During his 10 years in New Zealand, Bacot was a member of

New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first parliament, representing the Pensioner Settlements from 1853 to 1855, when he was defeated.

The good doctor retired to England in 1858, leaving a treasure to future generations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a donation of land for the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;education of the native raceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which later became the site for Howick College.

Today, Bacot Place, a short cul de sac off Finnerty Ave, commemorates an officer who did much for his adopted district.

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New Zealanders are accustomed to a six-week, end of year holiday from school, which can seem quite long. But former Botany resident ALISON COWLEY, now living in Pennsylvania, has found the 13-week US summer school break to be a truly marathon period of time.

Three months of hot, humid endless days – how we miss New Zealand’s pohutukawa-emblazoned coastlines which most years provided us with an idyllic week or two away from everyday life. But we have adapted to the climate extremes and life here.

with equal measure of fondness and concern, the winter that is to come preceded by the autumn rituals of Thanksgiving, winter squash and Halloween. And all the while we relish every ounce of luxurious sunshine we can get.

Warm weather arrives in Pittsburgh around May; the Saturday Farmers’ Market reopens and gradually grows.

This year marked our third summer in Pennsylvania and managing that long break with three children has definitely evolved from when we arrived here!

At first there are mostly baked goods, cut spring flowers and garden seedlings as well as locally grown meats and a fabulous Greek food vendor where my youngest loves to stop for fresh Spanokopita. But then comes heirloom tomatoes and summer squash with a hitherto unexplored range of garlic varieties.

I remember being stunned that everyone left town for months! The concept that friends send children, as young as 10, away to camp with a bunch of strangers for up to five weeks, was so foreign to me; not to mention the cost.

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Left, Changing of the Guard, Governor General’s Residence, Ottawa. Right, Raised beds outside Local Government buildings, Quebec. $US1200 per week, plus flights where required and the range of camps, both ‘sleep away’ or ‘day camps’, is truly phenomenal.

Fortunately, for those families just needing day care our local ‘Y’ provides less dynamic, but more affordable, caring options.

On the other hand, as children and families filter back into our little village of Sewickley, just north of Pittsburgh, all with vastly different holiday experiences, I have come to relish the breadth of opportunity that such a long break affords.

One friend took her children to the Orkney Islands, another accomplished student played cello with the Pittsburgh Youth Orchestra in concert halls across Europe and some youngsters attended sailing or science camps.

A number of keen students took on extra academic courses and one young friend went fly fishing in Wyoming. Yes, summer here really provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in all kinds of passions.

Our family has had a diverse summer.

A gentle start to the vacation involved ferrying the 12-year-old to a fun leadership camp based at school while the 10-year-old spent three hours a day at the ice rink for hockey coaching. Then came an unexpected dash to New Zealand.

Many New Zealanders have family members living abroad and, at one time or another, they may well experience the concerns associated with being far away when family illness strikes. This was the case for us.

Flying back this time, despite the

circumstances, gave us a fresh perspective of travelling home again.

For the first time in months we heard Kiwi voices whilst waiting to depart Los Angeles Airport. With New Zealanders from all over the world landing there before the final leg home, it was wonderful to hear those familiar accents – we haven’t met any fellow Kiwis here in PA! On our return to the States it was still the holiday break and our 14-year-old was about to attend a ‘real’ summer camp for the first time.

With a fresh bunch of kids, she had signed up for the ‘Coast to Quebec’ challenge, 15 days of cycling, carrying tents and all supplies with a day of service and a day of white water rafting thrown in.

Getting over serious jet lag flying Auckland, San Francisco, Pittsburgh (to drop off the boys), then Newark to Portland Maine over four days to connect with the second departure group proved doable for her.

I crawled off the return PortlandNewark-Pittsburgh flights to enjoy an 18-hour sleep as she headed “Down East” by bike along the New England coastline past lobster shacks.

The plan was to meet her in Quebec.

I’d always been fascinated by the concept of French-speaking Canada and the experience did, indeed, prove to be both fabulous and intriguing.

A stopover in Montreal whetted my appetite for the Francophone province. The old city of Quebec with its fortified walls, cafes and boutiques, but also incorporating the every day convenience of a department store, reminded us that this was a working town.

pedestrian precincts in the evening and we really enjoyed street performers and great gelato. Popping out to buy fresh croissants in the morning was a treat in itself.

It was all too easy to become addicted to the rhythms and charm of the old city but I had heard there were some super outdoor activities too so we set out to try canyoning at the ski area of St Anne which also provided summer mountain biking and hiking just 40 minutes from the city.

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Canadians are a people who like to challenge themselves and just get on with what needs to be done.

Heading south, Ottawa was a timely stop. We toured the Governor General’s home and watched the ‘changing of the guard’. We also saw an awesome sound and light history show on the Government buildings at night.

Thrown in was a visit to the new Museum of War, Museum of Civilisation and Children’s Museum.

Wetsuit and helmet-clad we rappelled down a couple of decent waterfalls but, even better than that, was the chance to hang with some locals and be ‘in the moment’ of some picturepostcard Canadian scenery.

A bit scruffy outside of government areas, Ottawa did bring home to us a deep understanding of the movement of people throughout history.

A scenic bike ride down the St Lawrence, a visit to Cirque du Soleil, and stumbling upon the Old Port Market rounded out our holiday. But, so much more to see...

I welcomed stories of The First Nations and their dispersal and allegiances with colonising influences – we had heard nothing of that in the US. Our feeling of connectedness to Canada is now based on knowledge rather than assumption.

The opportunity to learn about the history of this Commonwealth country helped us understand why we felt so at home in Quebec even though we didn’t share the same first language.

Interestingly, I also learnt from my son’s fourth grade school project, Explorers, (being fiercely patriotic he chose one with New Zealand connections) that James Cook spent five years surveying Newfoundland and Halifax prior to his time in the South Pacific.

I now have new respect for Canada as a land of inclusivity and a better acceptance of cultural differences.

Our 2000 miles of driving also reflected the vastness and beauty of this land. However, we are now back in our pretty Pennsylvanian village, enjoying a catch-up with people we have come to know in our little community.

Being an ‘expat’ family, on contract of unknown duration, is wonderful but it has stresses that those around us can’t conceive.

There is a lack of reality to some aspects of life here in the US that I used to rail against but for now it is home and we are relishing the many opportunities our stay here provides.

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Waiheke wanderings Go ahead and load up that woody again, but there’s no chance of being ‘board’, because once again Waiheke beckons with a truck load of events during November, including the annual Waiheke Island Garden Safari benefiting the Jassy Dean Trust!

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Waiheke Island Garden Safari 2014 Since 2001, the Waiheke Island Garden Safari has attracted almost 11,000 visitors, raising more than $400,000 to support sick Waiheke children and their families.

Organisers say, with 13 of Waiheke’s most beautiful gardens on show, the 2014 event, Saturday and Sunday, November 8 & 9, is expected to be the best yet.

As an added bonus, the event will feature the stunning Sundowner Garden, affording sunset views of the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland City.

Visitors will have every opportunity to enjoy the outlook (including sunset) whilst sipping cocktails and tucking into a gourmet barbecue.

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Waiheke Art in the Garden Now in its fourth year, Waiheke Art in the Garden features works by local artists from throughout the Garden Safari.

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Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival Love ‘em or hate ‘em, you can’t ignore olives when it comes to cooking and entertaining and come the annual Waiheke Olive and Artisan Food Festival next month you wouldn’t want to.

Zealand’s best olive oils. Other leading olive producers to showcase their wares will include Kennedy Point, Matiatia Grove, and Number 29. Educational seminars will also be available.

Yes, it’s that special time again when ‘islanders’ and Waiheke visitors can let their taste buds do the talkin’ at this favourite event offering a plethora of pleasurable flavours for the palate.

Set to go Saturday and Sunday, November 22 & 23, 11am-5pm, the festival ramps up with the scintillating sounds of various musicians. Bands such as Sal Valentine & The Baby Shakes, Solomon Cole Band, Silver Blue and Latinaotearoa will all add to the overall harmony of the event.

Experience a wide range of the island’s gourmet foods, local wines and olive oils at the two-day event, hosted at the sheltered Rangihoua Estate, producer of some of New

Visit waihekeolivefestival.co.nz for tickets and details.

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Waiheke Walking Festival Taking one’s car to Waiheke on the SeaLink ferry is always a good idea, especially when needing to travel all over the island but one of the most pleasurable ways to explore the wonders of Waiheke is on foot.

Life is not a sprint, it’s a marathon run. So, after the hedonistic ‘Rome-in’ style holiday afforded by the food fest, it’ll be all Greek for those who partake in the Orca Trailblazer Marathon on November 29.

The nine-day Waiheke Walking Festival which runs from November 15-23, features more than 45 guided walks with a fantastic mix of locations and themes.

This event may be challenging, but it’s not just for the big fish.

Free of charge, it is designed to show people of all ages and levels of fitness around Auckland’s island paradise and caters for many different interests.

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place all over the Island, including on private land.

This amazing event won the inaugural Outdoors New Zealand Event award

in 2012 and is a must for those who love the outdoors and exploring our diverse country.

Details at waihekewalkingfestival.org.

Walkers and runners are welcome across three set distances, so native bush, coastal tracks, farm paddocks, beaches, and parks can all be enjoyed at one’s own pace.

See the Orca Trailblazer section at synergyfit.co.nz for more information.

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Wheeling around waiheke Waiheke boat and bike package Here’s a chance to get on yer bike and take in the sights of Waiheke Island with a great boat and bike package from Fullers.

No more lag

Perfect for the fit and healthy who prefer to tour gorgeous Waiheke at a leisurely pace whilst enjoying the open air and sunshine, this is a novel way to escape city pressures.

The $80 package per person includes a return Fullers ferry fare to Waiheke Island from downtown Auckland plus a day’s hire of an Ecycle so visitors can venture around the island stopping wherever and whenever the wish.

Book now at a Fullers Ticket Office or call 09 367 9111. Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid until Oct 20, 2014. bikes subject to availability.

Wheels On Waiheke Those not up to biking the island should consider, instead, the Wheels on Waiheke deal which allows visitors to see the whole island by scooter or car from the moment they step off the Fullers Ferry.

Just $99* buys you one return Fullers ferry ticket to Waiheke Island and one full day car or scooter hire through Waiheke Auto Rentals.

Your hire car will be a 4-door, 5-seater sedan or hatchback in a choice of manual or automatic from Waiheke Auto Rental’s modern fleet of efficient, comfortable cars.

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Each vehicle comes with more than enough fuel for a full day’s travel on the island. Maps, information (so you can find the wineries and beauty spots) and insurance are also included.

Baby and booster seats are available at $15 extra and can be arranged at the counter. Vehicle upgrades or extended hire periods are also available – just ask at the rental counter.

It’s the silent thief most travellers dread. When hours have been spent on a plane crossing oceans and timelines, the last thing they want is a case of jet lag.

Nevertheless, strike it does, and there’s little sufferers can do about it – apart from popping melatonin pills which don’t always work.

Picking up the car is as simple as walking to the end of the passenger terminal at Matiatia Wharf, then along to the bright green Waiheke Auto Rentals booth. Car drop off is just as easy, as the depot is 100m from the ferry.

A total of 15 minutes should be allowed for the drop off procedure and subsequent walk to the ferry departure.

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Hours spent travelling abroad can result in even more hours of adjustment when it comes to time zones. Now, with a new jet lag aid on the market, travellers may not have to endure this inconvenience.

NATALIE BRITTAN speaks to two locals who trialled this device.

Enter Re-Timer™ glasses, which aim to reduce the effects of jet lag by emitting a light that helps reset body clocks.

Carol van den Berg from Pakuranga booked a mid-winter escape in Thailand with her two adult sons and wore the glasses for 50 minutes a day, for five days before her departure as prescribed.

Although not a frequent traveller, she does try to have a holiday abroad about every two years and has struggled with jet lag in the past.

“It was great because when we arrived in Thailand, I was good to go.

Normally it takes me quite a few days to adjust,” she says. “I felt quite alert and not tired. My sleeping patterns were regular too.”

However, coming back was a different story as Carol had forgotten to take her Re-Timer™ glasses with her on the trip. “It definitely took me a few days to readjust!” she says.

She says the glasses were comfortable to wear and did not disrupt daily activities such as reading or watching TV but design-wise, they weren’t the most fashionable of accessories – “very space agey!”

While Carol acknowledged that the product worked for her, she found it hard to wear the glasses at odd times.

“One night I had to have them on at 1am! Maybe if I did travel more I would consider purchasing the glasses but, for me, it just wasn’t the most convenient option.”

Howickian, Paul Hansen also tested the glasses on a recent trip to North and South America. Although they were easy to use, the seasoned traveller said they didn’t make much of an impact on him.

“I’ve been doing long haul travel for seven years now and have a lot of strategies in place that work for me – drinking lots of water, abstaining from alcohol and changing my sleep pattern to fit my destination.

As a result, I didn’t notice a big difference.”

As a former design engineer and, now, product manager, Paul identified some areas the glasses could be improved on. “They were easy to use but quite big and the actual design needs more work.”

Because of its one-size-fits-all approach, the glasses were a little too tight for Paul and because the bulky design accommodated those who wear glasses and those who don’t, he felt some people could feel self-conscious.

“They were a little bit uncomfortable and apart from the nose piece there’s not a lot in terms of adjustment.”

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Of wine and wildlife World Journeys director ANGE PIRIE has long been enamoured with the beauty and contrasts of Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s southern regions.

Here she outlines some of the highlights that await visitors.

There is something about Africa that just keeps pulling you back.

You could say itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the â&#x20AC;&#x153;call of the wildâ&#x20AC;?, but there is so much more to southern Africa â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the vast deserts of Namibia, the incredible watery delta of Botswanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Okavango and the diversity of cultures in South Africa.

Nothing can prepare you for that first lion roar in the wild, it will send chills down your spine and have you on the edge of your seat in anticipation of what might unfold.

A day on safari begins just before dawn with the smell of fresh coffee.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to go bush! Africa is at its most exciting in the cool of the morning when all the action happens.

Driving off-road, all eyes are peeled for what could be around the next corner. We spot a huge variety of animals, everything from a comical warthog, to a matriarchal elephant with her herd, a lion making a kill, and even the elusive leopard.

Back at the lodge there are tales of great sightings over breakfast, and then itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for siesta, a dip in the pool, or a chat with the rangers who are so passionate about the wilderness.

The carnivores also spend the hottest part of the day having a siesta, lolling about under bushes.

At dusk their ears prick up again, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s off in search of the next meal. So, off we go, too, hoping to spot some more live wildlife action.

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African sunsets are to be celebrated, and what better way than with a cool G&T in the bush on the way back to camp.

After a sumptuous dinner it is time to sit back with a South African red in front of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bush TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or campfire.

Flickering firelight and chirruping insects form a great backdrop to stories of the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highlights â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ah the magic of safari!

For a complete contrast, head for the urban buzz of Cape Town, my favourite city in Africa. Like Auckland it boasts a stunning harbour, but with the added wow factor of towering Table Mountain.

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Head north from Cape Town, hardly an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the famed Winelands region, home to many award-winning â&#x20AC;&#x153;new worldâ&#x20AC;? wines, fascinating history, and stunning scenery.

Most of the vineyards offer tastings and lunches, and with the current exchange rate being so favourable â&#x20AC;&#x201C; plus the wine so delicious â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I defy you to resist bringing some bottles home!

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just touched on a few of my favourite African experiences. Next May weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hosting a small group of Kiwi travellers to the very best of southern Africa.

The luxurious Blue Train, Cape Town and the Winelands, Sossusvlei, and incredible safaris in Etosha National Park, the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park are all on the agenda, ending with the spectacle of Victoria Falls. Africa is calling me back â&#x20AC;&#x201C; come with me!

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Behind the art scenes As creative licence takes hold of Auckland for Artweek this month, one busy Pakuranga lass will be rolling up her sleeves to make it a success.

It seems there is a lot more to art exhibitions than meets the eye as she explains to NATALIE BRITTAN. She knows what it’s like to stand in the shoes of an artist, but these days, Emma Topping is more concerned with promoting the works of others.

The visual arts manager is responsible for curating and organising art exhibitions at Uxbridge, Howick’s Creative Centre, a job she says requires more than artistic knowledge.

“You still have to have business awareness,” she says. “It’s all about being innovative and thinking about what’s happening elsewhere.

“Because Auckland is such a small community you need to do something new, fresh and exciting each time.”

As a result, Emma times her exhibitions to coincide with different events such as Artweek, a festival of art-centric events and exhibitions happening Auckland-wide.

And this year, one of the key exhibitions for Artweek Emma has organised is Out of the Shed, which features artworks using tools and materials inspired by the Kiwi bloke’s shed.

“I always try to become involved with the wider Auckland art scene because we’re quite dislocated from the city.

It’s such a fantastic thing to foster awareness of our centre and it’s good for artists to be involved within a wider programme.”

Much work goes into organising an exhibition – from researching prospective artists, forming a theme, setting the criteria, to approaching artists, marketing the actual exhibition and placement of the artworks.

“I’ve always painted 3D environments in a 2D space but my job now is to develop a good series of 2D environments in a 3D space – the reverse. As a result, I understand spaces and environments and how art and space interact.”

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audience in different ways and it’s important for me to involve the community.

“Some contemporary art can separate from the community but we try and have a diverse programme that will appeal and capture an audience no matter who they are,” Emma says.

In order to achieve this, she ensures a balanced mix of artists. “It’s always a priority for me to include local artists in exhibitions. We’re also willing to work with emerging practitioners as well as those who are established then mesh the two together to create an interesting show.”

Price is also a factor. “It’s nice to have work that’s accessible so visitors can afford a piece for the home.”

Of course, the Pakuranga resident has a natural intuition for what works having spent most of her life immersed in the arts.

From attending classes as a child at Pakuranga’s Te Tuhi Centre for the Arts to gaining a master’s degree in Fine Arts at Auckland University’s Elam, Emma has always been surrounded by art, even at home.

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Emma Topping with artworks featured in the Out of the Shed exhibition.

“My grandmother and mother are very creative people. My mum’s a primary school teacher and she’s very passionate about art. That’s always come through strongly in our family.”

These days, however, Emma is less a creator and more a collector.

“I attend a lot of exhibitions out of hours because I enjoy it. My partner and I have a small but growing collection of art – one day we hope to have our own white wall gallery!” eastlife | october 2014 |

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Awash with colour colorlESS tSukuru tAZAki AnD hiS yEArS of PilgriMAgE Author: Haruki Murakami Publisher: Random House RRP: $45 Reviewed by: Natalie Brittan I must confess it’s been a while since I last picked up a book. So when Japanese author Haruki Murakami’s latest title came my way, I felt a little daunted given Murakami’s sterling reputation – a Franz Kafka Prize, amongst other distinguished literary awards, and a cult following of millions.

In fact, when Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage (the English translation) was released last month, it sparked queues of Harry Potter magnitude all around the world.

Beautiful imagery was woven throughout – “His feelings were wrapped in layer upon layer of thin membrane and his heart was still a blank, as he aged, one hour at a time.”

It is a fair mouthful for a book title, but I expected no less from the master of enigma who penned the likes of Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World.

And the storyline of a young man mysteriously ostracised by his group of close-knit high school friends drew me deeper into the mystery.

Diving through the pages of Tsukuru Tazaki (as Murakami calls it), I found the familiar Murakami intrigue and elegant prose to be like an old friend.

Throw in the story of a jazz pianist who knew the exact moment he would die, a trip to Finland, a love interest, obscure philosophical themes and I was hooked.

As with most of the Murakami books I’ve read, I didn’t expect to understand the book fully, but I’m sure many will appreciate it as a beautifully-crafted piece of literature – colourful, mysterious and full of meaning.

SPRING TO AND READ ALL ABOUT IT Best ‘book’ the couch, readers!

With a shower of classics in the making released this spring, it’s time to sit back and enjoy such time-consuming tomes as:

thE SPlEnDour of thE trEE by noEl kingSbury Dwarfing man into insignificance, mighty trees have seen the world in a way we can never truly appreciate.

However, in The Splendour of the Tree, author Noel Kingsbury and photographer, Andrea Jones, attempt to portray their world. Featuring 100 trees – including our own kauri – chosen for cultural, economic or historical significance and their importance in the natural world, this book skilfully captures the nuances of every one. In addition, it also includes a section on cultivation for the home gardener. The Splendour of the Tree

by Noel Kingsbury. Published by Frances Lincoln and distributed in New Zealand by New Holland. RRP $59.99.

thiS chAngES EvErything by nAoMi klEin Fittingly released in New Zealand less than a week before the UN Climate Summit in New York, This Changes Everything delivers a timely warning about the state of our planet. In this detailed and engaging book, author Naomi Klein digs deep into the issues of climate change, proposing that it’s not all about carbon... it’s about capitalism. In an attempt to clear the air surrounding myths which are clouding climate debate, Klein explains how our economic model

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‘ has been the cause of, but can also provide answers to, catastrophic problems that threaten our civilisation. This Changes Everything

by Naomi Klein. Published by Allen Lane and distributed in New Zealand

by Penguin Group (NZ). RRP $37.

wAtErloo by bErnArD cornwEll When gambling on besting the British, Bony put his foot right in it and was soon to get the boot! Almost 200 years on, the Battle of Waterloo has become one of the most widely studied of the Napoleonic era. In this recent release of nonfiction, author of the Sharpe’s Rifl es novels, Bernard Cornwell, looks to cast a new light on a battle which changed the face of Europe. Waterloo – The History of Four Days, Three Armies and Three Battles

by Bernard Cornwell. Published by William Collins, distributed in NZ by HarperCollins; RRP $44.99.

kEn ring’S nEw ZEAlAnD wEAthEr AlMAnAc 2015 Mother Nature can be a fickle mistress, as many a gardener or fisherman would attest. Thankfully, Ken ‘the Moon Man’ Ring is on hand to predict Ms Nature’s moods before they happen! Featuring day-per-page

win! thE SPlEnDour of thE trEE– Good news for tree huggers (or those that just, you know, ‘like’ them), EastLife has a copy of The Splendour of the Tree, by king of the forest (Noel Kingsbury) to give away to one lucky reader!

Simply complete the form at eastlife.co.nz to be in to win. One entry per person/ email address; entries close, October 31, 2014.

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forecasts, this handy guide includes isobaric, rain potential and frost maps and wind activity, in convenient table form. Ideal for fishermen, it also features daily best bite times and ratings of fishing conditions. Ken Ring’s New Zealand Weather Almanac 2015 by Ken Ring. Published by Random House. RRP $50. www.eastlife.co.nz

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Do you run pre-anaesthetic blood work?

All patients, not just the old or unwell, should have pre-anaesthetic blood tests.

Are intravenous ďŹ&#x201A;uids administered during anaesthesia?

Many drugs used for general anaesthesia tend to cause blood pressure to drop and this compromises blood flow to critical organs. Intravenous fluids therapy helps combat this. Having a line in place also means that emergency drugs can quickly and easily be administered should they be needed for any adverse events.

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Taking time Author kids TO READ around â&#x20AC;&#x2DC; Rockabye Early Learning Centre takes the care and education of young children seriously.

Today, Caryn Mawkes, the centre owner, talks about the importance of reading books with children.

The more you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll go.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dr. Seuss

When taking part in gardening, kids just wanna have fun, something lifestyler, blogger and author, Sarah Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil, knows well.

A keen gardener, she has developed a series of clever projects over the years. They were designed to encourage her two young sons to experience the wonderful world of gardening whilst also learning all about nature.

Whether you are reading to a new born baby or a child heading off to school, reading to children introduces them to thousands of words they would not otherwise hear. The more words children are exposed to, the greater their vocabulary becomes.

Reading with children is about building positive experiences. It supports childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emotional development, stimulates imagination and fosters a love of reading.

In her latest book, Sarah shares her successes with helpful and entertaining projects for children and adults alike.

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For adults it is important to seek out books that children will enjoy and respond to. By repetitive reading of their favourite book, your child is taking comfort from the familiarity of knowing the storyline.

It is never too early to start reading with babies; they will enjoy sitting close to adults, being able to touch and feel the books and respond to various voices. Books with high contrast illustrations (black & white) attract the babies attention and will keep them focused.

Toddlers like stories that are lively and engaging. Try to choose stories that your toddler can relate to from everyday experiences. i.e. sleep, food, cars and animals.

Preschool children feel empowered to choose their own books. The books they are fond of, enables them to

respond to familiar text, sound out words and predict the storyline. This helps to support early literacy skills and encourages a lifelong interest in books.

Recommended for babies: â&#x20AC;˘ Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spot by Eric Hill â&#x20AC;˘ Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Not My Dinosaur â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Usborne touchy feely series â&#x20AC;˘ Babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kiwis first focus book by Terry Fitzgibbon Recommended for toddlers: â&#x20AC;˘ Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell â&#x20AC;˘ The Very Hungry Caterpillar

by Eric Carle â&#x20AC;˘ Hairy Maclary by Lynley Dodd Recommended for preschoolers: â&#x20AC;˘ Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen â&#x20AC;˘ Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak â&#x20AC;˘ The Wonkey Donkey by Craig Smith

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how to Do With the chopstick, poke a hole lengthways straight through the centre of the potatoes.

Poke large feathers around the middle of the potatoes. If the ends of the feathers are a bit soft, use a toothpick to make holes first.

Push the bamboo poles firmly and strongly into the ground, one at each end of the area in the garden where you want to keep the birds away.

Tie one end of the string to a pole.

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Thanks to Sarah, EastLife features below an example of the creative, yet simple ideas that await readers in Play in the Garden.

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12. Puts back or inside – or puts away (6).

15. Cry, “The female has gone in with the nut” (6).

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Essentials

Personal and household essentials are many and varied. Some are determined by practicality, some by need and some by pure desire. Essentials may be about making the workload easier, providing for health and wellbeing or simply ensuring the total look be it fashion-wise or décor directed. Take a look at this month’s EastLife Essentials.

casual, stylish, comfortable Just what the wardrobe order-ed!

Spring cleaning fever grips us all at this time of year and one place that usually needs a thorough going over is the wardrobe.

Thank goodness for these Mighty Ape General Eclectic Vintage Wire Shopping Baskets, RRP $59.99, which make it easy to tackle last season’s wardrobe. Divide everything between these two handy baskets; one to ‘keep’, the other to ‘throw’ – there can be no ‘may-be’. Of course, they have a multitude of other uses and look funky too. www.mightyape.co.nz

With its tubular sleigh base, clean lines and simple design, the Kent chair looks great in any space. Upholster it in a bold print or any fabric or leather of your choice.

Perfect for casual living at home or the bach. Pop into the Forma showroom in Parnell and take a seat.

Kenwood Multipro Classic food processor offers cutting edge benefits

Turning the office table Gorgeous new arrivals at Urbano Interiors in East Tamaki include this aviation-style office desk measuring 162cm x 64cm x 77cm.

Incorporating a keyboard tray, file cabinet with drawer (fabric backing), cupboard unit and full-grain vintage brown leather on the desk top and corners, it also makes an eye-catching statement with aluminium rivets. RRP $3950 – Spring Special, $2950.

Kenwood’s new Multipro Classic food processor is sleek, compact and comes with a comprehensive array of attachments, making it the ultimate kitchen appliance.

From slicing, dicing and mincing to chopping, blitzing and grating, the Multipro makes preparing salads and whipping up spreads and pestos, a breeze. The ergonomic bowl is easy to handle and the BPA-free Tritan™ makes it shatterproof.

Its patented ‘dual drive’ system ensures professional results every time. The KENWOOD Multipro Classic FDM785BA food processor comes with a handy storage case and is available from electrical retailers nationwide. RRP $399.99.

Walk on cloud nine with Skechers Looks what’s on the market for summer – lightweight, comfortable Skechers GOwalk 2’s in all new season styles and colours! Check out the GOwalk 2 Spark which comes in pops of colour such as purple raspberry, deep red, green turquoise and an icy blue too. GOwalk 2 Chevron is available in printed mint, hot pink and everyday black and grey while the GOwalk 2 Fresco Canvas features in pink coral and easy navy, black and white. Weighing less than a bar of soap, they are foldable for travelling and the four-way stretch mesh material allows feet to breathe. Skechers GOwalk 2’s are available at stores nationwide, including Overland and Rebel Sport.

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Target dark spots with new Olay range The Olay Regenerist Luminous range will be welcomed by mature women troubled by those dark spots often referred to as age spots. Inspired by the glow of natural pearls, Olay scientists studied the secret to a pearl’s luminosity: its unique multilayered structure that reflects, refracts and diffracts light. From this, the new Olay Regenerist Luminous range was formulated. The range includes Olay Regenerist Luminous Brightening Cream Cleanser (RRP $15.99), Olay Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Treatment (RRP $67.99) and Olay Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream (RRP $57.99). Available at supermarkets and pharmacies. www.eastlife.co.nz

HEALTH BEAUTY

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trends | style | beauty | health | fitness

Well heeled for summer FashionNZ editor PETRINA WILSON takes this season’s diverse shoe styles in her stride, giving her take on which designs are right on cue for summer.

Yes, it’s nearly time to ditch the socks and book in for a pedicure, because you’ll want your feet to be in tip-top condition once summer hits.

Add a sense of glamour by opting for a pair of slides with a metallic accent to provide more options on pairing with dressier outfits.

This season, there are so many great trends on offer, I simply found it far too difficult to pick just one.

Slides give ‘slipping into something more comfortable’ a whole new meaning.

So, here are a few of my favourite footwear trends for spring/summer 2014.

The Mule

Slides Now these just scream extreme comfort without sacrificing style, and that is exactly what we’re looking for to help cope with hot summer days. Slip them on, slide them off, easy-peasy!

Keeping with the backless trend this season, the Mule is one style that is so ‘hot’ right now.

There really is something for everyone. Whether one prefers a block heel, wedge or sleek stiletto,

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this 90’s throwback has been given a youthful makeover.

Cut Outs If your style preference is to reach for a pair of boots, then the cut-out trend is for you. Boot shapes remain the same but cut out heels soften the look, leaving just enough foot exposed for comfort on those hot summer days.

Tivo from Overland $279.90

Caged Booties Caged booties make the perfect summer sophisticate. This footwear trend can be paired back with so many different looks. Whether you want to achieve tough or glam, the Caged Bootie is one serious style statement!

So, with that, there’s no excuse not to outfit your feet in summer splendour – gorgeous styles for lovely ladies.

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Spring tips

from the stylist to the stars With spring well underway, it’s high time for sprucing up lacklustre tresses with a fresh spritz of spring style.

Luckily for EastLife, celebrity hair guru Richard Kavanagh was in Auckland recently to celebrate TV Shopping Network (TVSN) New Zealand’s first birthday at the Hilton and to promote curling tool du jour – the Yogi Hair Wand.

We caught up with the Sydney-based Kiwi stylist to wax lyrical about hair and other things.

Q: What are some of the spring trends we can watch out for?

A: We’ve recently had a real nod

to the ‘90s – more of that slightly preppy, uptown ‘90s girl vibe rather than the grungy, late post-punk look we’ve seen over the past few seasons.

Hair is cleaner and softer and the texture and movement is effortless – almost nothing hair, hair that takes the longest to style. The ‘I’ve just washed my hair and gone to sleep on a silk pillow’ look is very tricky.

The length of the season is just sitting on the décolletage – a very lived-in feel; not the rough, raw, ragged feel we’ve seen in the past. It’s when you’ve had a haircut, given it time to settle down and it’s friendly. Fringes are heavy and sitting just above the eyebrow – again, it’s had time to settle and looks effortlessly cool.

Women will be embracing the curl for spring/summer. It’s big and frothy – a

little bit of ‘90s crossed with the ‘70s.

Q: You mentioned your favourite

celebrity to work on is Kelly Osbourne but who’s your favourite Kiwi celebrity?

A: Lorde is definitely my favourite

New Zealand celebrity. She knows what she likes; she is strong and opinionated. And she has the most amazing mane of curls – nearly four times the density of normal hair.

She’s had a huge impact on the curl trend I mentioned before. I use the smallest barrel on the Yogi Hair Wand to style her hair.

Q: How do we keep things under control during the shower-prone spring season?

A: The humidity is

the toughest thing to combat. But the reason hair responds poorly to humidity is because it’s hydroscopic and absorbs moisture from the atmosphere – making hair revert to its natural state.

To control this you need to use a combination of things: • The Yogi Hair Wand has ceramic and tourmaline technology – it closes the cuticle and helps repel humidity for the longest time possible.

• Hair sprays – use humidity control sprays such as Redken Fashion Work 12.

• Prep the hair with a pure oil, not a silicone-based oil. Many Argan oils are silicone-based. Silicone coats

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enough moisture, rather than sitting outside the hair shaft. Failing that, a plastic bag on your hair always helps!

Q: Do you have any plans the hair shaft and gives it a cosmetic feel of slipperiness to the hair but it doesn’t actually have any true benefit and doesn’t really control the humidity.

Products such as Redken’s Diamond Oil are 100% pure oil; there’s no silicone. It penetrates into the hair and encourages the hair cuticle to close because it feels like it has

to bring your talents home to New Zealand?

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Auckland. I’ve just been back in Auckland for New Zealand Fashion Week. Then it’s Maldives, Bali, New York and Sydney. Home is where my Yogi is!

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Cancer, and cancer treatment, has many impacts. One that pport we give is free to anyone with any cancer, and can be very hard to bear is the toll it takes on appearance. ds right across New Zealand. We rely entirely on donations, At Look Good Feel Better we’ve been supporting women, men nerosity of the cosmetics industry and the work of volunteers and teens with cancer for over 25 years. Our workshops help people with cancer improve the way they look, letting them p going. By donating to Look Good Feel Better you help face the world with more confidence, strength and positivity. a difference to people’s lives when they need it most.

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Eddy, a senior hair stylist, trained in Japan and has also attended courses run by French and UK hair experts in Hong Kong. Precision cutting, colour and styling are his forte.

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Taking beauty seriously With summer around the corner, a host of new products have arrived on the market to care and beautify our skin. EastLife takes a look at a few.

corAl DAwn hErAlDS SuMMEr Flashes of fiery orange hues seen dominating catwalks around the world are predicted to be this summer’s ‘it’ colour. So, just like the warmth of the sun, Karen Murrell’s lipstick in Coral Dawn combines the energy of exotic red-orange with the happiness of yellow lemon notes into a bright tangerine-like summer lipstick staple.

Karen Murrell Lipstick – Coral Dawn RRP $29.95

foiling Skin cAncEr Knowing New Zealand has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world, Skinnies has produced Skinnies SPF30 sunscreen gel to specifically suit our climate. Its quick-drying formula contains seven ingredients – NONE of which are water, emulsifiers, preservatives, parabens, fragrances or any other

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irritants. Skinnies is offering half priced Skinnies to anyone who has had a skin cancer*, and is donating a portion of all sales to the Melanoma Foundation. Skinnies Sungel 100ml RRP $34.95, Skinnies Sungel 35ml RRP $18.40, and Skinnies LOOKS Beauty Gel RRP $44.30, available at www.skinnies.co.nz *Promotion applies only to online sales.

JuA – A nAturAl PErfuME Jua, the first foray into perfumes by certified natural skincare brand Trilogy, is an all-natural, sunflowerbased perfume oil. This limited edition product has been developed for So They Can, an Australasian charity working to educate and empower communities in Africa. Jua, meaning ‘sun’ or ‘sunshine’ in Swahili, is a beautiful, fresh fragrance imbued with a sense of joy. With a range of notes covering floral, fruity and woody, Jua comes in a super-chic roll-on

applicator. Jua Natural Perfume by Trilogy (7.5ml) RRP $24.90 available from pharmacies, department and health stores.

gEt rEADy to PArty with wElEDA EvEron liP bAlM Weleda Everon Lip Balm is the perfect essential that cares for your lips with a combination of vitamins

and nutrients. Subtly scented with delicate musk rose and vanilla, this long-lasting lip balm moisturises with jojoba oil and replenishing cocoa butter to keep lips deeply conditioned while natural waxes provide a sun protection factor of 5 without the use of synthetic Uv filters. Available from health food stores and pharmacies, Weleda Everon Lip Balm RRP $12.90 (4.8g).

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Personal enhancement procedures Respected plastic surgeon, MARTIN REES from Marina Specialists addresses the desire by many people to improve on biological features they were born with or changes that have occurred through ageing.

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Human nature is such that many of us are not content with how we look or ‘who we are’ for some reason. Nearly all of us have an aesthetic sense that we use to recognise what is beautiful in life; a flower, a bird, child or one’s partner; even one’s self!

Equally there are some creatures, sights or people that we do not like to look at as our aesthetic sense of beauty is offended, which is an unpleasant experience.

We all have a strong sense of personal identity from seeing ourselves in photos (as other people see us) or in the mirror as we usually see ourselves ( the reverse of how we actually look!)

Some people are unfortunately born with features that are outside the ‘normal range’ (biological variation).

Some of us as we age change considerably and become something we are not used to seeing...a face or body reminiscent of our mother or father! That person looking back at me is no longer ‘me’ as my brain remembers but the image of an old man or woman.

So many patients tell me things like this. The photos taken at a family wedding often catch one unawares, ‘side-on’ showing that humped or hooked nose, or a thick, fat neck that isn’t obvious from the front when looking in the mirror. This may precipitate a person into seeking professional advice from a

What is vitally important is to engage with a plastic surgeon you feel comfortable with; someone whose integrity you can trust, who has many years of experience with well-honed surgical skills to produce consistently good results with a minimum number of unwanted side effects.”

plastic surgeon as to what can be done to ‘reverse the clock’ or take 20 years off the face. Some people like to ‘grow old gracefully’ and simply accept themselves as they are. They are perfectly content with themselves and their lives. Others struggle with the effects of ageing and want to fight against it as strongly as possible.

What is vitally important is to engage with a plastic surgeon you feel comfortable with; someone whose integrity you can trust and who has many years of experience with well-honed surgical skills to produce consistently good results with a minimum number of unwanted side effects.

Modern surgical techniques and medical advances can produce some astounding transformations for the better. Big improvements are often possible; sometimes subtle changes are all that are needed.

This person must be able to offer high quality surgery and be available for post-op care and support. No one regrets buying quality.

Going for the cheapest price with a

holiday thrown in at a distant and exotic destination may be a good idea at the time but I’ve seen many complications and bad results from ‘cosmetic tourism’. It is much better not to go to someone whose credentials, skills and training cannot be easily ascertained.

At Marina Specialists we offer quality surgery in a quality facility with quality after care by highly skilled surgeons with many years of training and surgical experience to produce results you will be pleased with and we can be proud of!

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Don’t forget your Prevagen We’ve all had those lapses of memory – where did I leave the keys? What did I need from the supermarket?

Who was that person who used to be on reception? Or, I know I meant to do something today but I just can’t remember what it was!

contra-indications with medications as it doesn’t affect the viscosity of the blood like some traditionally used herbs for memory which are often circulatory stimulants.

The evidence of Prevagen on cognition was tested in clinical trials in March 2011.

Well, now a new supplement, Prevagen from Natural Meds, could be the answer to all those annoying times when the memory fails and instant recall is elusive.

The 3-month study was conducted on 218 adults over the age of 40 who indicated mild memory concerns.

Prevagen is shown to support healthy brain function, keep the mind sharp and allow one to think clearly. It assists brain function by utilising the protein apoaequorin (a protein originally derived from jellyfish) to supplement a specific protein in the brain that diminishes as we age.

Naturopath Michèle Wilton says calcium is a good thing in bones, excess calcium in other areas of the body, such as in the brain, is not desirable.

“Our brains produce a protein that

Overall, participants saw a significant positive change in several cognitive functions including; verbal learning, memory and delayed recall.

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binds with excess calcium to prevent it from causing damage to the brain cells, however as we age (40 years plus) our brain’s capacity to make this protein diminishes leaving brain cells open to damage which potentially contributes to memory loss as we age,” she explains.

“Prevagen provides this protein thereby increasing the number of brain cells protected which may in turn support our ability to focus and learn and support our memory.”

“Having your brain functioning at its peak is priceless,” Michèle says.

“Using Prevagen has the potential to result in several benefits including improved memory, word recall and learning, with some people noticing discernable changes in a day.”

Prevagen is available from various health stores and pharmacies RRP $98.20 for 30 tabs.

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Spring can be

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GINNY MCARTHUR â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Outlook for Life. Ginny is not only a nutritionalist and personal trainer but also a marathon runner and regular on Newstalk ZB. Step into spring by preparing healthy food that tastes amazing.

Eating light, and in season, makes spring feel like a stay at a health spa after the heavy comfort foods of winter.

So, try making this yummy seafood salad.

Serves 2 â&#x20AC;˘ 70g scallops â&#x20AC;˘ 100g prawns â&#x20AC;˘ 2 cups mixed lettuce and rocket leaves â&#x20AC;˘ 1 cup baby spinach leaves â&#x20AC;˘ 1 orange, peeled and chopped â&#x20AC;˘ 1/2 lemon, peeled and chopped â&#x20AC;˘ 30g shredded coconut â&#x20AC;˘ Alfalfa sprouts

Dressing â&#x20AC;˘ 100mls lemon juice â&#x20AC;˘ 150mls honey â&#x20AC;˘ 50mls extra virgin olive oil â&#x20AC;˘ Salt and pepper to taste Grill or barbecue the seafood for two minutes. Combine the ingredients for the dressing in a jar and shake.

Assemble the salad ingredients.

Top with the scallops and prawns and drizzle with the dressing. I serve this with crunchy poppadums and a yoghurt dip.

For a healthy, refreshing dessert try blending a banana with a cup of frozen berries.

Eating fresh, spring food helps to

cleanse your insides of all the heavy processed foods that many of us tend to eat during the dark days of winter.

Fruit and vegetables are high in calcium, magnesium and potassium as well as powerful antioxidants.

Nutritionally-dense foods, such as those used in the simple recipes

above, help to curb cravings and enhance energy levels.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly easier to make better choices and get motivated to do some regular exercise now that the days are longer.

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Exercise

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When we set out to improve our performance, our health, or transform the way we look, we know we need to train our bodies. We visit the gym and follow exercise and nutrition plans specifically designed to achieve these goalsâ&#x20AC;Ś but what about our minds?

As we move into longer evenings and warmer weather, our focus turns to getting in shape for summer.

We have spoken previously about the importance of choosing exercise and nutrition plans that work with your lifestyle and which are flexible enough to adapt when you are faced with barriers.

You need options for when time is limited, if you are stuck at home with

no childcare, or if you lack access to gym equipment.

These types of barriers, along with niggling injuries or health concerns, can all be overcome by speaking with an exercise professional and implementing their advice.

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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. â&#x20AC;˘ Emotional connection:Â Having a clear goal will help overcome moments of mental weakness.

Choose goals that you are emotionally connected to. These are the feelings and emotions you need to draw upon when your willpower is tested.

The truth is, however, even when we have exercise and nutrition programmes to follow, there is another critical factor required to successfully implement these plans and achieve our goalsâ&#x20AC;Ś willpower!

Why do we not train our minds like we train our muscles?

â&#x20AC;˘ Believe you will succeed: The mind is a powerful tool. It can work for you, or it can work against you. Henry Ford said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whether you believe you can or you believe you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, you are rightâ&#x20AC;?.

It is important to catch negative thoughts as they enter your head.

They can become disruptive and will prevent you moving forward.

Here are some good ideas to help improve your mental strength and willpower.

â&#x20AC;˘ Learn from failures: It is inevitable that you will experience some failures. Thomas Edison famously

said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have not failed; I have found 10,000 ways that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work.â&#x20AC;? Learn from past failures in order to prevent the same things happening again. â&#x20AC;˘ Create a positive support network:Â Surround yourself with positive people and listen to constructive feedback and advice.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll benefit from support offered and will commit to success. Sharing your goal provides an extra level of accountability. â&#x20AC;˘ Practice these â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mind-Gamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; daily: Just as we exercise our bodies, we need to exercise our brains. Use techniques like visualisation, goal setting and daily positive thought.

Try to turn any failures into a positive learning experience.

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For many people restricted by injury or age, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a difficult ask but we can help our bodies to stay healthy as we grow older.

As we age, the body loses its ability to make the natural compound glucosamine, which preserves and supports mobility and helps to limber up any creaky joints.

Glucosamine helps to replace the building blocks of connective tissues that can be lost through injury or as a result of ageing. To combat this loss, GO Healthy GO VegeGlucosamine Plus, an all-natural vegetarian supplement, replaces the glucosamine the body needs for optimal joint health and mobility.

GO Healthy GO VegeGlucosamine Plus is made from Regenassure Glucosamine, a naturallyoccurring source which isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t obtained from shellfish or animal sources, but from corn, making this a healthy choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as those with shellfish allergies.

This product is also supplied in VegeCapsules so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100% vegetarian and vegan-friendly.

This easy to take 2-a-day supplement provides a combination of five natural ingredients including Vegetarian Glucosamine complemented by MSM (a natural sulphur compound), ginger, celery and tumeric.

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Join thousands of New Zealanders who are giving the initiative a go â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for their health, for their families and for their financial future.

Visit stoptobernz.co.nz to register and receive free support from face-to-face, online and phone counselling, to motivational texts and emails, a Stoptober app with stressrelease support in Te Reo Maori and English, as well as nicotine replacement products.

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Young chef fares well The heat of the kitchen can be unbearable, but even more daunting for some is the pressures of the competition ring. However, one talented young chef has managed to keep his cool, leading to a much deserved national win, as NATALIE BRITTAN discovers.

He may be soft-spoken but Tai Trong Nguyen’s food speaks volumes about his culinary flair and determination.

The young chef at Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre in Mt Wellington recently took out the NZ Commis Chef of the Year award at the prestigious New Zealand Culinary Fare, an annual competition attracting hundreds from hospitality schools and businesses all over the country.

“I was very happy but because I hadn’t expected it, it was a huge surprise!” says Tai who was marked on three dishes – a hot main presented cold (a glazed dish judged on presentation and composition), a salmon dish and a dessert.

Through extensive research, experimentation, and consultations with the chefs at Waipuna, Tai produced a braised pork belly with crackling, potato puree and beetroot; smoked salmon with squid ink risotto, pea puree and glazed baby carrot; and a pistachio financier and chocolate cream mousse dessert.

His professionalism and organisational skills in the kitchen, no doubt, struck a chord with the judges.

“I worked a lot at home to perfect the dishes and made sure everything was precise,” he says.

Possessing an adventurous palate for all cuisines, Tai particularly enjoys molecular gastronomy and in the past few months, has been focusing on the art of pastry making at Waipuna.

“I like the pressure and heat of the kitchen and love the adrenaline rush – I cope well.”

The Vietnamese-born lad’s journey in the culinary arts began at high school in Mangere. “I wanted to learn something different so I chose hospitality. The more I learnt the more I began to enjoy it and the more interested I became.”

Entering the professional kitchens of Waipuna, initially for work experience as a 16-year-old, it wasn’t long before Tai was offered an apprenticeship. “I just took up the opportunity because I wanted a hands-on job,” he says.

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Now, four years on, the team at Waipuna, including head chef Andrew Methven, are impressed with Tai’s achievement. “We’re really proud of him and how far he has come – he has a good temperament for competitions,” says Andrew.

“He’s very well liked here because everyone’s seen him grow up and mature into the chef he is today.”

And with eyes firmly set on working in a fine dining environment, it seems Tai is one to watch!

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Finnsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fast foodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; flight Filling up could take on a new meaning after one very special Airbus A330 crossed the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Finnishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; line in New York recently.

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Cooking up a more palatable way for the environmentally-conscious to travel, Finnair used a mixture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; partly consisting of recycled restaurant cooking oil â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to fuel its flight to the Big Apple.

The trial was timed to coincide with the UN Climate Summit, says Kati Ihamäki, Finnairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice president of Sustainable Development. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The summit is an important gathering to fight climate change, and we wanted to highlight the climate benefits of more widespread adoption of environmentally sustainable biofuels in aviation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finnair is committed to working with industry and governments to help

develop the supply chain and bring down the cost of sustainable biofuel for everyday use.â&#x20AC;?

She says biofuel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when used during flight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; can reduce aircraft CO2 emissions by 50-80 percent, while also being a sustainable resource in its own right.

This is not the first time Finnair has flown using this recipe, with shorter flights undertaken previously.

Although it is not yet economically viable to operate exclusively on biofuel, as real oil prices soar, it may just help feed a hungry aviation market.

With hopes high that this idea will take off, plans are already in place for a biofuel hub at Helsinki Airport; whether it will be constructed within easy reach of the nearest McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remains to be seen.

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â&#x20AC;˘ 1 box Fryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Meat-Free Chicken-Style Strips â&#x20AC;˘ 2 cups low-fat coconut milk â&#x20AC;˘ 1 tbsp Thai Green Curry Paste â&#x20AC;˘ 1/2 onion, chopped â&#x20AC;˘ 4 kaffir lime leaves â&#x20AC;˘ 1 medium red chilli and green chilli, sliced in half diagonally â&#x20AC;˘ 1 tbsp palm or soft brown sugar â&#x20AC;˘ 2 courgettes, sliced â&#x20AC;˘ Handful of fresh coriander

Simmer the coconut milk with the curry paste, lime leaves, chilli and sugar in a pot for 5-7 minutes before adding all the vegetables at once.

Bring to boil and cook quickly for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are just tender.

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Heat a little oil in a frying pan.

Fry chopped onion until brown.

Add frozen Fryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Meat-Free Chicken-Style Strips. Fry on high heat for approx. 6-8 minutes. Remove strips from the pan and add them to the curry. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with your choice of rice. www.eastlife.co.nz

A bite of summer Since its origins as an aid project more than eight years ago, Heilala Vanilla has developed to become a successful business founded on the principles of sustainability. Following the release of the company’s new pure Virgin Coconut Oil, earlier this year, this month we have an extra special recipe for you:

One Auckland institution deserves to be flying high after being named the supreme winner in an awards ceremony recognising the country’s finest hospitality providers.

Heilala Fragrant blueberry and lemon Cake

The locally-owned Jet Park Hotel and Conference Centre in Mangere took out the Supreme Award at last month’s Hospitality New Zealand Awards for Excellence in Rotorua.

INGREDIENTS Serves 10 • 4 eggs, lightly beaten • 3 cups almond meal • 1 tspn gluten-free baking powder • 1/2 cup Heilala Coconut Oil • 1/4 cup liquid or softened honey • Grated zest of 3 lemons • 1 tspn Heilala Vanilla Extract • 1/2 tspn Heilala Ground Vanilla Powder • 1/4 tspn ground nutmeg • 1 heaped cup blueberries, fresh or frozen Frosting • 1 cup cashew nuts, soaked in cold water for 6 hours, rinsed and drained well • 1/4 cup melted Heilala Coconut Oil • 3 tbpns liquid or softened honey • Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon • Seeds of 1 Heilala Vanilla Bean

Method Preheat the oven to 165°C. Grease and line a 21cm round cake tin with baking paper.

In a large bowl, combine all cake ingredients, except the blueberries.

Gently fold in blueberries to avoid staining the whole cake blue. Do not over mix.

Jet Park – supreme leader

In addition, it also received the Excellence in Training and Staff Development, and Best Environmental, Sustainable and Ethical Practice Awards and was a finalist in three other categories including Excellence in Customer Service, Best Accommodation Hotel and Excellence in Marketing.

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Pour mixture into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the centre of the cake comes out clean.

Remove from the oven and leave to cool for 15 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack.

To make frosting, place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until very smooth.

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Add more lemon juice if you need to thin frosting to ensure it is smooth.

Place frosting in a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to firm up. Spread frosting over the top of the cake.

• Variation – pare the rind of a lemon and cut into fine shreds. Blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, drain and refresh under cold water. Use to decorate top of the cake.

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The talent this year was diverse, encompassing everything from rural country pubs through to upmarket gastrobars and five star city hotels scattered from as far north as Auckland to as far south as Invercargill.

Entrants into the Hospitality New Zealand Awards for Excellence were judged over a seven week period by a panel of independent industry professionals who assess every competitor on a range of commercial and operational criteria – including staff training and human resources, customer service, marketing and promotional activities, and the demonstration of business growth.

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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.

Savour a taste of summer With the scent of summer in the air, our thoughts turn to hot balmy days and enjoying all the things that this wonderful season brings such as Akarua Rua Pinot Rosé 2014, a deliciously fresh, crisp wine offering a hint of strawberries and cream across the palate. The colour of candy floss pink, and to be enjoyed as a young, refreshing wine, Akarua Rua Pinot Rosé is perfect for summer dining and entertaining. RRP $23. www.akarua.com

Genevieve’s Seafood Mousse When dishing up a little fishy, an Auckland chef has again shown it’ll be all right with the Knights! Handmade in small batches, Genevieve Knights’ new range of seafood mousse (or should that be meese?) features three flavours of yum, including prawn, scallop and oyster. Proving a little poisson can be a delight in the diet, this mousse is ideally savoured with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris or Champagne. Eminently spreadable and delicately delicious, Genevieve’s Seafood Mousse (RRP $9.99) is available at Farro Fresh stores and participating New World and Fresh Choice supermarkets nationwide.

Wild for these chilli sauces In marking its 25th birthday, Wild Appetite has introduced a new range of chilli sauces with novelty wick. Described as ‘explosive, exotic and exciting’ this new range unleashes tongue-tingling flavours. Sauces include: HOT AS! – not for the faint-hearted, this perfectly balanced hot sauce will spice up many dishes or enjoy as a dip. WILD AS! – Not hot but has a little bite from behind. Perfect with lamb and pork, Indian-style dishes or stir through pasta.

SWEET AS! – slightly sweet and exotic with a back hint of heat and delicious complexity. Adds wow factor to any meat dish. Available from participating supermarkets, specialty food stores and gift stores nationwide. RRP $16.99 www.wildappetite.co.nz

The delectable taste of Butlers chocolate!

Can chocolates make you happy? Of course they can. Every chocoholic knows the pleasure of moreish truffles, crunchy chocolate-coated nuts, creamy fondants, silken liqueur-filled delicacies and tempting toffees. What’s more it’s hard to find better than those produced by Ireland’s luxury chocolatier, Butlers. Using only quality ingredients to ensure every bite is a mouthwatering experience, Butlers makes delectable milk, dark and white specialty chocolate assortments of every description – perfect for special occasions including Christmas. Butlers makes solid chocolate bars, chocolate pralines, chocolate truffles, chocolate fudge, chocolate caramels and, well, just about everything chocolate. Check out the range at Butlers Chocolate Café, Sylvia Park Shopping centre.

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Check it, dog!

Home boys and girls are sure to dig these dogs from Frys! Whether in school lunches or as a quick, healthy snack at home, Fry’s Family Meat Free Original Hot Dogs offer all the convenience and fun of fast food, with no meat, dairy or egg products, or preservatives. What’s more, as they’re made from wheat, soya, grains and legumes – with no artificial colours and flavours added – they’re high in fibre and protein and full of natural flavours too. Fry’s Family Meat Free Original Hot Dogs (RRP $8.99 per 380g pack) are available from selected supermarkets, health food and specialty retailers nationwide.

Go nutty over Uncle Joe’s oils Uncle Joe’s premium quality, cold pressed oils have sprouted from healthy Marlborough-grown nuts and seeds to add that special zing to cooking.

Three new oils include: Pumpkin Seed Oil – made from Cucurbito Pepo seed.

Richy, nutty and dark green with a reddish tinge. High levels of poly and mono-unsaturated fatty acids and Vitamin E (RRP $28.40). Mustard Seed Oil – high in Vitamin E, Omega 3, 6, & 9, it stimulates the circulatory, digestive and excretion systems (RRP $14.75). Grapeseed Oil – light, virtually odourless and a delicate option for salads, cakes, pancakes, bread, dressings and more (RRP $20.60). Also try: Walnut Oil – no additives or chemicals and Hazelnut Oil – high in Vitamin E with a moisturising quality for skin care. www.eastlife.co.nz

Home Kiwis show their smarts

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If anyone Can a Kiwi Can...star with trail-blazing ideas good enough to scoop six wins for New Zealand at the Canstar Blue inaugural Innovation Excellence Awards.

Canstar New Zealand general manager Derek Bonnar says the judges were “blown away by some truly outstanding products.”

The LG curved OLED TV is not only unconventionally curved, it is also waferthin and offers deeper, richer colours and stunning contrasts.

attaChaBLE LEns-styLE CaMEra QX sEriEs By sony This is the world’s first pro-grade lens and sensor combo that clips to smartphones. It allows the user to shoot breathtaking, DSLR-quality pics and share them instantly.

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“The six New Zealand winners have all demonstrated genuine and often ground-breaking innovation in their respective fields.

“Canstar Blue applauds excellence in products and services on behalf of consumers and we’re confident these six winning products will make a big impact on the New Zealand market.”

Canstar Blue assessed both the degree of innovation and the overall impact the products could have on the New Zealand market.

Our six Innovation Excellence Award winners were:

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WiFi Control connects your Mitsubishi Electric High Wall Heat Pump(s) to your smartphone, tablet or online account, allowing on-the-go control of each unit via an internet connection.

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The BORA Basic is a cooktop and vapour extractor combined. It includes a glass ceramic induction cooktop, touch control operation with four cooking zones, and a centrally integrated cooktop extractor fan. This eliminates the need for an overhead extractor.

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Revolutionary ultrasonic technology is used to create a flame and smoke effect. As the mist rises up through the logs, the light reflects against the water molecules creating a convincing illusion of flames and smoke. The result is an appearance so authentic it could be mistaken for a traditional wood-burning fireplace.

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A diverse range of appliances and electronic devices, launched over the past 18 months, came up trumps at the Canstar Blue Innovation Excellence Awards, aimed at recognising and celebrating the latest and greatest products to make their way into homes and businesses across the country.

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Ramble on!

Although the upcoming Pohutukawa Coast Garden Ramble on November 8 will feature a wide variety of gardens, JON RAWLINSON discovered three, in particular, which are likely to become the boast of the coast.

Just as Kiwi cuisine has evolved from the standard meat and three veg, our styles of gardening have become just as diverse, if the Pohutukawa Coast is anything to go by.

When gardeners from this picturesque region (right on our doorstep) open their gates, visitors to the Pohutukawa Coast Garden Ramble will find a broad mix of styles and tastes on show, including those offered by the Botica, Weston and Spalding families.

Boticas play their art Born in Serbia and raised in the USA, John Botica says he and his German-born wife, Karin, are kept busy maintaining their large, artistic mosaic garden. However, he believes their hard work will be appreciated by visitors during the ramble.

“Karin is a manager at Clevedon Woolshed and I am a pebble mosaic artist. We are quite busy, but we’re fascinated by beautiful plants and work in the garden whenever time permits,” says John.

“We focus on aesthetics and don’t have any edibles. We have many succulents and other plants, displaying a rich range of colours.

But, overall, it is the combination of art and plants in our garden that we think will bring joy to people.”

While inspired by American and German influences, the Botica garden largely follows a Mexican theme.

Happy to share their labour of love with visitors, John says he and Karin were pleased when their garden was selected for the ramble, particularly as proceeds will assist migrants and refugees.

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“Fundraisers such as this awaken positive feelings amongst people who are prepared to help and care,” he says. “One of the foremost New Zealand Landscape designers, Bayley LuuTomes [Ellerslie International Flower Show multi-award-winner] came to this country without a single cent in his pocket.

“He was given an opportunity thanks to people’s generosity and just look at what he’s achieved!”

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Top left and top: John and Karin Botica’s splendid arty garden is expected to be a star of the show.

Right and below: loaded with curios and featuring stunning views, the Weston’s Beachfront garden will also delight ramblers.”

Gone Native!

Nestled under Totara trees, Chrissy and Mark Spalding’s Native Garden boasts a plethora of both native and exotic plants as well as water features and garden art.

Life’s a beach at Pam and David Weston’s home, where their Beachfront Garden awaits ramblers.

Promising “an eclectic mix of succulents, flowering plants and shrubs,” this garden is focused on aesthetic beauty. However, there are also some exceptions, such as citrus trees, to enliven the couple’s gin and tonics!

Since purchasing the property in 2002, Chrissy says she and her husband, Mark, have busied themselves creating their own piece of paradise on the Pohutukawa Coast.

“I work three days at a school, look after gardens for people on the other days and do my own garden in the weekend,” Chrissy says. “Mark is wonderful in helping me do the digging etcetera, but I would never let him loose with a chainsaw!”

Pam says it is a pleasure to share the garden with Pohutukawa Coast ramblers for the first time.

“We are very pleased to share the delights of our garden with visitors and we’re thankful that funds raised will go towards helping people from other parts of the world who are less fortunate than ourselves,” she says.

The Weston garden features conifers, day lilies, amaryllis, succulents, pelargoniums, hibiscus, climbing roses, hydrangeas and much more, while following a nautical theme.

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When asked if she would like to take part in the ramble, Chrissy says the pair was thrilled to help contribute to a worthy cause. also developed the berms at both ends of the property to follow the same style.”

was built, I started from scratch to develop this steeply-sloped garden,” says Pam.

Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Pam and David immigrated to New Zealand in the early 1970s.

After moving to their quarter acre property seven years ago, the pair began work on the beachfront garden.

“The objective was to have a seaside theme with loads of colour but with as little maintenance as possible.

“We demolished the old bach that was here and, once our new home

“The section faces due north, so it’s very exposed to winds from across the Tamaki Strait, and it has mainly clay soil. For these reasons, it’s been something of a challenge, but we’re very pleased with the results.”

“I look forward to meeting people with the same passion as I have for gardens,” she says. “I would like them to enjoy our garden and have a lovely day out.”

For more information about the Weston’s Beachfront Garden, the Botica’s Artistic Mosaic Garden, the Spalding’s Native Garden and all of the other gardens included in the ramble, see pohutukawacoastgardenramble. co.nz. eastlife | october 2014 |

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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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Beds are now more elaborate in their construction with revolutionary multi-layering of comforting fibres and excellent spring systems.

By framing all that with a beautiful, sculptural bed head and mattress surround, upholstered in a fabric that echoes your style or theme, you will have begun creating your own unique haven.

A beautiful bed surround is something that will give your bedroom substance as well as a foundation to add other furniture and accessories. If it is to be upholstered there is an array of gorgeous fabrics such as smooth velvets or linen-like textural weaves from which to choose.

Extend and enhance the look with quality bed linen, soft pillows and decorative, tactile scatter cushions.

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For a dash of colour and sheen, throw a silky thick-piled rug on the floor then add an armchair that makes you want to curl up with a book and sink away to another place.

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Best of British bar-gains RAISING THE BAR – In discerning Kiwi homes, there may always be a corner that is forever England, should one great British company make further inroads into the New Zealand market.

While some may prefer to fit out those ‘man cave’ bars with seconded remnants from incomplete kitchen sets, the sophisticated English gent is hell bent on showing class with glasses. At least, that’s what Linley’s Bar & Dining range suggests.

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Discrete, when closed, it quickly transforms to offer all those necessary accessories for entertaining.

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Another product turning heads is the Trafalgar Double Tantalus (£3,950). Crafted from macassar ebony and dark stained walnut, and containing two lead crystal decanters, it certainly has a lot of bottle!

From glassware, trays and carafes to ice buckets, coasters, swizzlesticks and more, the range features crafted design at every turn.

What’s more, because its case features nickel plated detailing with an engravable sterling silver plaque, it’s a perfect gift for the chap who has almost everything else.

to those who lunch outdoors too.

Exuding class in a basket, the Somerset Picnic Hamper (£9,500) will never be out of place at the races or pitied at the polo.

Compact (yet fashionable) the Trafalgar Bar Box (£11,000) is

But Linley’s range isn’t limited to the home, with some styles suited

Fitting snugly within the boot of the Bentley or Roller, this hamper

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Linley products are available from davidlinley.com. Shipping to New Zealand by arrangement.

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Stepping out

Above: photos courtesy Pierce Landscaping and Contracting

choice way to pave way When it comes to forming patios, courtyards, and pool surrounds, paving stones are a step in the right direction.

They provide an attractive and easy paving solution that can be installed quickly and easily even by an able home handyman. What’s more they are ready for use as soon as the project is complete – no waiting for concrete or paint finishes to dry.

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Concrete, brick or stone pavers also allow for design creativity and can be used on small or large patios. They come in various shapes and colours but best of all, they can be laid in a multitude of eye-catching patterns

from abstract to herringbone.

Use light and dark toned pavers for contrast or consider some of the contemporary wet-look options for around pool areas. Irregular shaped stone pavers can look fabulous in the garden or stick with simple lines for a patio designed for parties – there is plenty to choose from.

Whether creating a pathway, a garden retreat, a large patio for entertaining or a small courtyard where other materials such as loose stones and flora are also important, do your research, talk to the experts, look through landscaping sites and be open to ideas.

Surround your home in style When it comes to fencing a residential property or a home within a lifestyle block there is a wide range of materials to choose from, some more suitable than others depending on what the fence is required to do.

A fence that is expected to look aesthetically pleasing may require totally different materials from a privacy or perimeter fence or one designed to keep intruders out or toddlers in.

Security or pool fencing is yet another matter. Whatever purpose a fence serves will dictate, to some extent, the materials used.

Take into account the style of your home and perhaps climate and location too.

Fencing materials today are many and varied. Whether opting for wood, aluminium, wrought iron, brick,

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stone, colour steel, toughened glass, bamboo or brush, be sure to insist on quality materials and proper building procedures. If planning to erect an extra high fence, check that it complies with council regulations and permit requirements.

The design element may or may not be important but today it’s possible to have long curving fences, imposing pillars or box-like ‘partitions’ to create garden rooms.

The overall look can be a standout feature on the property or one that blends into the background, screened by greenery or other landscaping features.

Once again the rule is – do your research and ask advice. Compare prices, and quality of materials, and if not up to the job yourself, be sure to employ a tradesperson who is skilled or qualified to do the job.

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Seeing green over modern design Anyone with an eye for fine architecture, and a leaning toward sustainable or eco-friendly living will love the buildings featured in Green Modern â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eco-Conscious Contemporary New Zealand Homes by Claire McCall.

This beautiful book showcases design-conscious New Zealand houses that embrace a more sustainable way of living.

Ranging from inner-city homes to remote retreats, each of the 15 houses demonstrate how thoughtful design and environmentallyresponsive building techniques can work together to produce ecologically-sound living spaces with a sense of calm and simplicity.

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Finding the perfect property can be a tough challenge in today’s tight housing market but the team at EQ Homes is making sure you never have to compromise when it comes to helping you to live life better in a home you can be proud of.

EQ Homes offers a fresh new approach from a company that’s been helping us love our homes for more than 20 years. Their extensive range of brand new architecturally GHVLJQHG DQG HQYLURQPHQWDOO\ HIÀFLent properties are fast becoming the cream of the Auckland property crop for astute home buyers.

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At only $599,000 and $605,000 these homes are set in a relaxing woodland grove amongst soft hedging, off-road cycle tracks and two parkland reserves.

Equinox has recognised the need for quality homes in the burgeoning outer suburbs and is taking its inner city expertise to greater Auckland areas.

All EQ Homes are designed by renowned architects such as the Jasmax, A Studio and Clarke Brown, these beautiful designs come with a 10-year Master Builder Warranty.

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Bordering Takanini and just 2km away from Papakura township, The Grove enjoys a semi-rural atmosphere close to amenities such as Bruce Pulman Park, Southgate Shopping Centre and main arterial transport routes to Auckland CBD and Hamilton.

The perfect blend of country meets town, it is well-connected to the greater Auckland metropolitan area and holiday destinations like the Coromandel.

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Located just 2km from major motorways, this lifestyle-based hub is virtually on the doorstep of the idyllic settings of Karaka, Clevedon, Alfriston and Brookby.

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Elevated on a sunny hillside with expansive views over Flat Bush reaching the Auckland city skyline and Rangitoto Island, Redoubt Ridge sits on the north side of Redoubt Rd. This EQ Homes development stands out with its modern, four-bedroom take on the classic Ponsonby villa with traditional weatherboard construction.

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Make a change!

Homeowners looking for an exceptional lifestyle, near the seaside, have been smitten by new Pine Harbour residential development, The Brae.

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consideration.

And why wouldn’t they be? Embracing appealing elements of the iconic Kiwi boat shed, they exude contemporary style, the design combining luxury and comfort.

All gardens will be maintained by Pine Harbour so give away the lawnmower and weedeater – your weekends can be spent doing anything but chores.

What’s more, The Brae is set to offer all the design features today’s contemporary families value.

In opting for this modern Kiwi boathouse style, designers Stevens Lawson Architects have created maintenance-free, luxurious homes featuring raked ceilings and driftwood-coloured flooring.

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Phone Denise Gale 0800 512 512 www.jalcon.co.nz is situated in the heart of an upmarket, coastal enclave.

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Built on trust and a Bit of Hard Work Nick Neben is a director of specialist renovation company Smith & Sons Howick and a time-served builder of more than 30 years experience.

When building, clients must build a relationship of trust with their builder, much like a couple when they first meet. The more trust you have in your builder, the easier it will be when making those painstaking decisions during the building process.

The builder’s wealth of knowledge and advice is something you need to latch onto. After all, you listen to the advice of your accountant, lawyer and doctor, “don’t you”!

As a young lad growing up in the Waikato I worked my butt off at after-school, weekend and holiday jobs. I mowed lawns, cut firewood, cleaned up building sites, delivered newspapers and then landed a chemist run for John Rowe Pharmacy (I was around 12 years old).

Each day after school I would collect

prescriptions that had been made up during the day and deliver them door to door to all Mr Rowe’s loyal clients.

Nowadays, that job would be deemed far too dangerous for a young boy handling all those drugs and being a prime target for wayward reprobates.

But back then the only danger I felt was errant drivers leaving the local Workingmen’s Club after having a quick pint or two on their way home.

Working my run proved very lucrative and my pay packet regularly doubled through tips. Whilst doing my run one day I was faced with a real dilemma.

I had to deliver a prescription to a house that me and all my school mates believed was haunted.

From the road the house was unrecognisable. It was hidden by a tangled web of blackberry and ivy with

a small opening to the front door. A condition of my job was that I was not allowed to leave any prescriptions in the letterbox or on the front doorstep, they had to be hand delivered.

With my knees trembling, my timid knocking on the front door was greeted by a distant gruff voice asking me to bring the paper bag and its contents inside the house.

The floor to ceiling piles of books and newspapers created a tunnel down the hallway, the stench was horrific.

Mr McGuinness was transfixed to his old armchair amongst all the squalor with his ulcerated feet in a bucket of murky lukewarm water. Nearby was an old black and white TV adorned with rabbits ears flickering, but silent.

Apart from the doctor, who had visited earlier that day, I was the first person to step through that front door in a very long time.

Over the course of the next few months I made several deliveries to the old man and gained his trust. I

would sit and talk to him and even rubbed ointment onto the sores on his feet. He trusted me and I him.

One day I saw a ‘For Sale’ sign outside the property and learned that Mr McGuinness had died. I can honestly say from that time on I have never judged a book by its cover and I have come to appreciate the value of trust.

In the building industry, things have changed over the past decade with customers wanting smarter, efficient and professional. And so they should.

But it’s important not to settle for second best. We are in a world that demands and delivers the best, so second place isn’t always enough.

Service and dependability come at a price, but one that I think none of us want to ignore. You can’t put a value on the people you trust.

Lastly, a word of thanks to Rowan Toms and his Placemakers Pakuranga team for another fantastic Blue September effort supporting the Prostrate Cancer Foundation.

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Phew! It’s over! ‘ Remax, (Zest for Realty) Principal Licensee Eric Chase, MREINZ, gives his take on the property market.

The elections are over, but has it just begun? Everyone’s been celebrating and the winners are back in power!

This time National gets to govern in its own right! John Key has had his hero’s welcome and his party is now in power for another three years. Mr Key has said he wants to see relations between the political parties improve!

Imagine that, political parties working together to build a better future for the country rather than fighting one another to create bigger rifts between different socio economic groups.

A ‘we’ instead of an ‘us vs them’ approach’; is that a first for NZ? Well, it’s definitely not NZ First! But who will keep the blighters honest? That is the question!

Already the New Zealand dollar has started to pick up and people are talking more positively in comparison to a week or so ago.

The fear of a potential capital gains tax coming in or a foreign ownership register being created is all but forgotten, but for how long?

Spring is in the air and people have already stopped talking about the elections and what the outcome could mean to them. Everyone’s back on the job and the future is looking rosy for most.

Spring is in the air and people have already stopped talking about the elections and what the outcome could mean to them. Everyone’s back on the job and the future is looking rosy for most.”

buy because sooner or later, if the market gets hotter, interest rates will go up and affordability will be a bigger question than it has been in the past.

Open Home attendances on the Sunday after the elections were already up on the last month and it appears that buyers are on the hunt again!

They know that now is the time to

Listings are low and stock is tight, we are definitely in a ‘bull’ seller’s market, but for how long?

Will the reserve bank come to the conclusion that interest rates have to go up in the not too distant future or will they let this market run?

Is the release of the ‘promised land’ and fast track approvals for new builds at low prices going to happen and take the pressure off demand?

So, the point is, if you’re thinking of selling, take advantage of the positive mood in the market right now and talk to your agent about marketing your property this month.

It’s only 12 weeks to Christmas and if you don’t get it done in the next month or two you’re going to have to wait until February before everyone’s back on the ‘we’ve got to do something’ wagon again.

Will things have changed? Will there be too many homes on the market? And, all of a sudden will it become a ‘bear’ buyer’s market?

Will interest rates have gone up, and will it be too late? Only time will tell! This may be the time to bite the bullet and strike while the iron is hot!

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Holding

Spring has sprung – steady it’s time to clean….

Total Focus Principal, Greg Roy areinz, gives an update on the local real estate market happenings.

The market is holding relatively level and steady with only a very small increase in the median price for the month August – up to $757,750 from $750,000 for July.

As I discussed last month the volume of sales has been nothing startling and for August we saw 158 sales, down from 173 in July.

Looking back, and comparing to 12 months ago in August 2013, the median was $740,000 (so we are up 2.4%) on the back of 201 sales.

Another difference is the average days to sell. In August 2013 it was 29 days compared to 36 days in August 2014, again, possibly a result of the pre-election activity cool off.

As I write this we are in the week leading up to the general election so, with that now out of the way, and with it being that time of year when more people look to sell their homes, I thought it opportune to discuss some things to consider when choosing a real estate agent.

In today’s world everyone can promote your property locally, nationally and globally via the internet, and there are also the local print options – the difference is how well do they do this?

It’s easy to check the company’s website and also the look at their properties on other sites such as trademe.co.nz and realestate.co.nz

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Remember, buyers are looking on-line and in print for a suitable property by a process of eliminating unsuitable properties.

So, if your advert doesn’t present well it will be eliminated and you will miss the buyer who might have visited your open home.”

and look critically at how each company presents its properties – Are the ads clear? And easy to read?

What is the quality of photos? You only get one chance to make a good impression on the potential buyer.

Remember, buyers are looking on-line and in print for a suitable property by a process of eliminating unsuitable properties.

So, if your advert doesn’t present well it will be eliminated and you will miss the buyer who might have visited your open home.

Over the coming months I will discuss other helpful tips but leave you with this thought: Nothing beats local knowledge and experience with living and being part of the local community.

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The first month of spring has almost passed but no one seems to have told the weather gods! Today is cold, wet and windy but soon the sunshine will be here so it’s time to get ready to enjoy it.

Whether you are a homeowner, a landlord or a tenant, spring is an ideal time to open the windows, air the house and give everything a good clean.

As we move into the warmer months we start to use our homes differently.

The days are getting longer and it’s time to start using your barbecue, deck areas and gardens.

Once winter has gone a general garden clean-up is a good idea and it’s an ideal time to clean the outside of your house too.

Removing moss, mould and lichen from roofs, paintwork, walls and paths has several benefits. Firstly, the property will look so much better.

Secondly, slippery surfaces are dangerous and a simple jet wash can sort this out and prevent unnecessary accidents.

Cleaning painted surfaces will make the coverings last so much longer. It’s much cheaper to wash surfaces than eventually having to repaint or, worse still, replace windows and doors and weatherboards.

Inside the home, a spring clean is a great idea. Lighter nights show up all the dust and mould that easily goes unnoticed during dark winter evenings. Removing this makes for a

much healthier living environment.

In a rental property the responsibility for all of this work is split between the landlord and the tenant. As with all aspects of a well-run tenancy communication between the parties is essential.

A landlord needs to carry out property inspections and agree on work that needs to be done and who will be responsible for doing it.

Both parties will benefit from this as the tenant gets to live in a well maintained, safe and healthy home and the owner/landlord has a well maintained property thereby protecting his or her investment and ultimately providing the best possible return.

Here at Elite Property Management we can deal with the hassle for you.

We carry out regular property inspections to make sure general maintenance issues are up to date.

These inspections are essential to satisfy your insurance provider. A lack of maintenance can mean that your insurance cover is invalid.

If you are a DIY landlord and don’t have the time, the know-how or the people to inspect and maintain your investment properties, you should consider taking on Elite Property Management to look after things for you.

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business Scrum

businesses do have it!

What does it take for the All Blacks to win a test match? It all comes down to the set piece, go forward ball from the scrum. Similarly, efficiently orchestrated set pieces can make all the difference in the business game.

Dr Sutherland’s Scrum approach is designed to define precisely what a business is seeking to achieve, how to prepare the right team for the job, and how to monitor progress until completion.

In his latest book, Scrum – a revolutionary approach to building teams, beating deadlines and boosting productivity, Dr Jeff Sutherland outlines how every organisation, whatever its size, can come to grips with delivering a product or service on time and on budget.

Scrum is filled with real world case studies, such as the FBI’s attempts to digitise its records. The organisation’s first attempt failed after four years and more than $400 million spent.

Just over a year later, the FBI unveiled a functioning system at less than a tenth of the first project’s cost and employing just a tenth of the staff.

Used by companies including Google and Amazon, as well as hospitals, the US military and even the FBI,

Backed by practical examples, the Scrum approach is intended to change how we think about

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Job seekers get smart Generation Y is employing a new weapon on the job hunt front, a recent survey suggests.

The Robert Walters Employee Insights Survey shows 73 percent of Kiwi Gen Yers use smartphones when job hunting, while only 50 percent of Baby Boomers do likewise.

James Dalrymple, from recruitment consultancy, Robert Walters, says job seekers are embracing new technology.

“More and more job seekers are using smartphones at the start of the search and for researching companies. Employers should take note of this and make sure their sites have been optimised for mobile viewing.”

When it came to actually submitting job applications, six percent of Gen Y respondents (those born 1980-1994) used smartphones, compared to one percent of Baby Boomers (born 19461964), with laptops favoured for this purpose by both groups.

to four years service the benchmark.

“While the differences in average tenure could be due to Gen Y not being in the workforce as long, the results also point to a trend for young professionals to leave New Zealand and gain experience overseas.”

Kiwis were questioned about technology use in the job search process, including browsing job boards, looking at employer sites, interview preparations and displaying portfolios.

The survey also concludes Gen Yers spend an average of one to two years in any given role, while the majority of Baby Boomers and Gen Xers (born 1965-1979) are more likely to set down roots with three

James says international experience is looked on favourably by local employers, but the trend to gain this experience is creating a shortage in the local market at the three to four year experience level.

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Flash idea wins silver MOTHER AND DAUGHTER TEAM, PIP AND BO BURNS CELEBRATE TWICE OVER! ‘Promotion’ is the name of our game and we were thrilled when one of our promotions won silver at the annual Australasian Promotional Products Association Awards in Sydney recently.

When a customer wanted a Christmas gift for clients that not only expressed their appreciation and raised brand awareness but also acknowledged important topics around business, brand and sustainability, we put on our thinking caps and came up with a USB stick mounted in a wooden holder.

It was packaged in a recyclable wooden box, engraved with the client’s logo – EFI (Energy for Industry).

Messages about EFI’s energy solutions business and brand were uploaded onto the flash drive, and this nifty package, containing the sustainable energy story, was distributed to companies throughout the country.

The marketing campaign grabbed the attention of APPA and it took home silver in the category for environmentally friendly/ sustainable/green/recycling programmes.

The judges said it was an intelligent way to disseminate a Christmas message in an eco-friendly way, “an intuitive tie-in with a company promoting good energy efficiency”.

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Then came some more exciting news – Bo was also presented with the prestigious Generation Next trophy. Awarded to entrants 35 years and under who showed extraordinary flair and expertise in the promotional world, the trophy was a real coup.

APPA chief executive William Kestin said: “Bo is ‘All About’ energy, networking, improving herself, and contributing not only to her business, but the community and the industry as a whole.

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Nespresso goes pro Kiwis could be enjoying a consistent cup of joe wherever they are thanks to the recent launch of Nespresso’s Professional Division in New Zealand.

The renowned coffee machine brand professional range is a fixture in more than 700 Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as numerous hotels and hospitality outlets around the world. At home, The Pullman in Auckland is the first to jump on the Nespresso bandwagon, with more set to follow.

Renowned Sydney-based restaurateur-chef and Nespresso culinary ambassador, Tetsuya Wakuda was in town to launch the professional division which encompasses the Aguila, Zenius and Gemini machines.

both Tetsuya’s (his Sydney-based restaurant) and Nespresso focus on quality and consistency, sustainable farming and delivering the highest quality service. This is why we’ve been pouring Nespresso at Tetsuya’s since 2013.”

He says people remember the first and last courses in a dining experience – the coffee – and, as a result, it needs to be of a high standard. “My partnership with Nespresso is a natural one as

The three machines launched are designed for high volume usage and ideal for quick, simple preparation of quality capsule coffee, ranging from mild and aromatic to full-bodied and intense, as well as cold and decaf.

online compliance tool Burdensome government compliance requirements can weigh heavily on businesses but a new online tool will make negotiating such regulations much easier.

Business.govt.nz, part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, has launched The Compliance Matters tool which allows small businesses to search

their central government compliance requirements in one place. This is the latest addition in a suite of resources produced by the Business.govt.nz team and is aimed at making life less stressful for small businesses.

Acting manager of Business.govt.nz, Kate Garvie says the department has listened to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) who have

said they often feel overwhelmed and buried in information about government matters.

“We also know one of the issues of most concern to SMEs is whether they are across their compliance obligations. The Compliance Matters tool, accessed via any internetcapable device, provides a searchable and easily navigable database of government compliance requirements from seven central agencies, including ACC, IRD and MBIE,” Ms Garvie says.

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Sleek, easy to use, these machines will ensure every cup of coffee, regardless of its operator, will taste just the same at home or away.

She says the tool will help unburden businesses from having to trawl through multiple government sites to determine their core compliance requirements when managing aspects of a business such as starting or expanding, employing staff, exporting, tax and reporting.

It will also direct them right to the agency they need to go to fulfil these requirements.

To access the tool go to: www. business.govt.nz/compliancematters.

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buying into your share of investments Authorised financial adviser and Howick Village local, Mark Steele, provides answers to financial queries from local people.

This month I will start with a question I have been asked a number of times: As a first time investor in shares â&#x20AC;&#x201C; what do I need to know?

Buying shares can be like having kids! You think you know what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing, but you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realise how much you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know until you have them!

To start explaining shares, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s use an asset Kiwis love â&#x20AC;&#x201C; property.

Shares â&#x20AC;&#x201C; also known as equities or stocks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like property, are classed as high-risk (growth) investments.

Therefore, generally you should only own shares for the long term, in order to realise reasonable return.

Share prices move up and down so you need to be comfortable with this.

As with rental property, many shares provide income via yearly dividends (share of company profit) but may have lower capital gain or share price increase. Other shares offer higher capital gain but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t provide much dividend income or â&#x20AC;&#x153;yieldâ&#x20AC;?.

A property comparison, for example, might be an old house on a large block of land in a sought after area which may not provide high-rental income but could have high potential for capital gain versus say, an apartment in the city with little capital gain potential but high rental income.

As with all investments, you need to have a clear idea of what you are aiming to achieve by buying shares.

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Email financial questions and comments to: mark. steele@spicers.co.nz

Is it steady income, capital gain or a bit of both? Do you want to own shares only in New Zealand or would you consider going international?

Having clear objectives is good but you need to know if shares you are buying are good value. Back to the property analogy. Are you buying a worn-out home in a deserted town or a prime site in a developing suburb?

This is where share purchase can become tricky because most new investors are not familiar with the intricate detail of a public company or its current sales and profit status.

So, first-time investors rely on authoritative research commentary, online investigation, independent advice and a company prospectus.

Even so, they must accept some risk.

Some people attempt to reduce this risk by investing only in larger multinational companies with established track records; others rely on longer time frames to average out the ups and downs. Some do both.

All investments have risk. The key is how much you are prepared to take on and how objectives can be met.

Note: This article is general information only and is not to be used as a substitute for personalised advice.

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SELLING PROPERTY OWNED BY ‘MUM AND DAD’ TRUST Fencible Law Director, Lawyer & Entrepreneur, RICHARD GALBRAITH, with his take on current legal & business issues affecting our community.

Over the past two decades it has become almost “trendy” to have your home transferred into a family trust.

One of the main reasons to establish a family trust is to possibly avoid payment of residential care costs in later life.

Inevitably, and quite rightly in my opinion, the Government has had no choice but to start considering the validity of some of these trusts as our population ages. Is it fair that the state pays for the care of an elderly person who still has complete ‘control’ over millions of dollars? This is as much a moral debate as a legal debate.

If you have a family trust its validity will far more likely stand up to scrutiny if the trust is properly administered – that means consulting with your independent trustee on all trust matters.

It is interesting that over the years I have seen many instances where ‘mum and dad’ believe that they can sell their property and the independent trustee’s signature is a mere formality. This was proven not to be the case in WT Trustee Company Limited v Cato.

been sold when two of the three trustees had signed the agreement.

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The independent trustee hadn’t signed it, yet ‘sold’ signs were put up on the property and the purchaser believed it was a done deal. It subsequently transpired that the independent trustee believed that the house was sold too cheaply and he said he wouldn’t sign the contract.

A science writer once wrote: I hate it when people say... ‘I never get bored’. The other phrase I hate is... ‘If you’re bored, you’re boring.’ I have news for her. I cannot remember ever being deliberately bored. The main symptom of this ‘condition’ is to keep repeating – ‘I’m bored’.

The purchasers lodged a caveat to protect their position and their claim that they had an enforceable contract.

The judge held that the agreement was unenforceable as it had to have the signatures of ALL of the trustees.

I cannot ever remember meeting an ‘interesting’ person, who either looked or acted bored, let alone state that they were. Guess wot? The opposite of ‘boring’ is...‘interesting’. If interesting people do not get deliberately bored, guess who do? The ‘boring’ crowd! True?

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It is important to remember when dealing with property that all trustees have joint obligations. An independent trustee’s signature is not just a ‘rubber stamp’; an independent trustee (and other trustees) is obliged at all times to consider the best interests of the beneficiaries.

It is difficult to pin down the best definition of ‘boredom’. Here are some concepts, to help you identify it – Disinterested, Tired, Turned off, Uninspired, Apathetic, Fed up, Unexcited, Jaded, Sick of, Weary, Unmoved, Absent, Listless, Distracted, Had it, Pathetic, Peeved, Unimaginative.

collapse, of their ‘initiative gene’.

They have surrendered to the lowest common denominator of human behaviour. They have.

They seek ‘intellectual welfare’ for their ‘falling-apartedness’, from just about anything and anybody. Poor babies. As soon as we hear such wailing, we know that the ‘victim’ needs, what the late American Speaker, Zig Ziglar, used to call... ‘a check up, from the neck up’!

Seemingly, they cannot think for themselves anymore. Bummer, team! The first part of their journey to ‘recovery’, is to accept that ‘boredom’ is self-inflicted and, that they can change it.

In the next issue of EastLife, the magazine with solutions, I will offer some timely First-Aid here.

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BMW, which owns and builds Mini, wanted to keep the old carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DNA intact while giving it a big dose of freshness and a tad more room inside.

So what we have is a little more leg and shoulder room in the front, but a rear seat thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still a tight fit for anyone with legs.

Space aside, the big news inside is how much more grown up and sensible it has become. This Mini has got the whole BMW thing going on.

Fit and finish is immaculate, and the feel and action of the controls is equally as good. Ergonomically itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a whole lot better too.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a Mini fan, be it the original or these modern retreads, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see that the speedo has moved from the centre fascia to where it needs * to be, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right in front of the driver.

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The power window switches have migrated to the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s armrest.

The previous carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;stalkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; has been replaced by a BMW iDrive rotary controller, which has become, dare I say it, intuitive to use over the years.

an aircraft-inspired adventure. And, when you select Sport mode, a wee message comes up on the large central info screen: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;maximum go kart feelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

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I know I used the word â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sensibleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; before, however, there are a few exceptions.

It sounds corny but â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;maximum go kart feelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; does, unlike the big bright red toggle switch, turn the drive into an adventure.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dirty big, bright red toggle switch to start the engine, I suppose itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designed to turn every trip into

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The auto has manual mode, and there are shift paddles mounted just aft of the steering wheel.

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The interior can be as disco as you want it to be. The illuminated ring around the display changes colour according to drive mode; goes red to blue to show the climate air settings; shows when a turn is coming up when navigation is used; and indicates optimum gear shift points. Cooper S sports seats are superb.

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The rest of the time, Cooper S hangs out in Mid mode which isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as full-on as Sport or as tedious as Green.

Handling, as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d expect, is more fun than a ferret down your trousers.

Although the basic layout is the same, the suspensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s received a

good going-over to maximise the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s low centre of gravity, wide track and short overhangs. You can chuck the thing into a corner and the high level of precision and grip, and the total lack of body roll, brings a smile to your face.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Chilli package that adds a bunch of comfort, convenience and visual extras at $5k; the sports automatic adds $3500; the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Blazing Red IIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; paint is $500 and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to stump up with another $250 for the go-fast stripes.

Cooper S retails for $44,200, same as the old model, but you ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t gonna pay that. No way. One of Miniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attractions is the vast number of options available; thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little chance youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to see two alike.

The list goes on, but you get the picture.

This Mini NZ press car was loaded with goodies that took the price to a chunky $57,700.

New Cooper S still has a few gimmicks knocking around its interior (it is a new Mini after all) but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vastly improved where it counts: performance, safety, comfort... and maximum go kart feel.

MX-5 springs from cover Spring is here, which is as good a time as any to reveal the fourth generation Mazda MX-5 which will be rolled out to global markets starting in 2015.

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Managing director, Mazda New Zealand, Andrew Clearwater, believes the Mazda MX-5 truly symbolises the heart of Mazda. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This latest model will wow and excite another generation of motorists as it has done for 25 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For many New Zealanders, MX-5 is the vehicle that has shown them what it is like to drive a lightweight, high performing sports car. We have so many enthusiasts around the country who are looking forward to its arrival in New Zealand in 2015.â&#x20AC;?

Environmental and safety demands are much more stringent than they were when the first generation MX-5 was introduced 25 years ago.

However, the fourth generation stays true to the modelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original aim of offering the pure driving fun that only a lightweight sports car can.

The most compact of any generation MX-5 so far, the fourth generation car is more than 100 kilograms lighter than the model it replaces, promising a dramatic leap in driving fun.

Photo supplied It achieves this through the adoption of SKYACTIV technology and refinement of its appeal to the senses and sensations through which people enjoy cars.

As of July 2014, total production volume of the Mazda MX-5 exceeded 940,000 units and it continues to hold the Guinness World Record for the best-selling two-seater sports car.

This highly-celebrated model has received over 200 awards from around the globe. In New Zealand it has twice won New Zealand Car of the Year, firstly in 1990 and again in 2005 for the third generation MX-5.

You can find out more by visiting the Mazda MX-5 25th Anniversary website www.mazda.com/stories/ craftmanship/mx-5/mx-5_25th www.eastlife.co.nz

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