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PLEASE NOTE: information regarding times & dates of these events was correct at the time this issue went to print. However, due to the pandemic, events may be postponed or cancelled. In some cases, tickets may be limited or social distancing measures employed as appropriate. Readers are advised to check events online for updates.

Paerata School 100th Jubilee

Ayrlies Plant Fair

■EXPOS, FAIRS & FESTIVALS

designed to explore many facets of life.

See www.waikatoshow.co.nz.

Medieval Fair March 14, 10am-3pm, Hamilton Gardens, Hungerford Crescent, Hamilton Wherever ‘ye’ may be, come March 14, best get thee to Hamilton Gardens to party like ‘twas 1399! Featuring music, games, sports, arts and (of course) fashion from the middle ages, this event promises a return to the good (and not so good) ole days. See www.hamiltongardens.co.nz.

Chicks n Giggles – Women’s Expo 2021 April 11, 10am-3pm, PIA Event Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe While handbags and glad rags are sure to feature at this event, Chicks n Giggles is designed for modern women who have so much more on their minds and in their lives.

For more details about this fun-filled day for fabulous ladies, visit www.nowevents.co.nz.

Paerata School 100th Jubilee March 26-27, 35 Tuhimata Road, Paerata One of Franklin’s longest serving rural schools is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary but, with students and teachers ready to move to new premises at nearby Paerata Rise, the occasion will be bittersweet. So, to say a fond farewell, the school will be throwing quite the party with former students (in particular) invited to go along and share fond memories of their days at the old school yard. See www. paerata.school.nz for more information.

Waikato Show April 9-11, Claudelands Events Centre, Cnr Brooklyn Rd and Heaphy Tce, Hamilton Originated to help town connect with country, the Waikato Show has grown to become a multipurpose lifestyle event.

Featuring the Lifestyle Block Expo, Animal Expo, Autumn HomeXPO and more, it is

■HOME & GARDEN Ayrlies Plant Fair March 19-20, 9am-3pm, Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands, 125 Potts Rd, Whitford A fine array of plants awaits at this top local plant fair. Not only will plants be available for sale but visitors will have the opportunity to explore this wonderful garden with entertainment, including live music, also on offer. See www.ayrlies.co.nz.

■MUSIC, MUSICALS, THEATRE & DANCE Strasbourg 1518 March 19 & 20, from 8pm, ASB Waterfront Theatre, 138 Halsey Street, Auckland City Many steps are taken during a revolution so, as this performance is set to prove, dance is a most appropriate medium through which to explore history’s pivotal

20th Anniversary Royal Variety Show March 24, from 11am, Pukekohe Town Hall, 14-16 Massey Ave, Pukekohe, and April 1, from 11am, Hawkins Theatre, 13 Ray Small Drive, Papakura A right royal affair, this show expects to be the crowning glory of Operatunity’s 20th anniversary. A musical birthday party, it will showcase some of the most inspirational and comic moments this talented theatre company has been involved with during the last two decades on stage. Details via www.operatunity.co.nz/concerts.

Charity Big Nite Out – Franklin Country Music Club March 27, from 7pm, Pukekohe Town Hall, Massey Avenue, Pukekohe Dust off those boots, Slim, because it’s almost time to get all ‘Dolly-ed’ up and take your love (of country music) to town!

Featuring such performers as Tumanako Farrell, Larenz Tate, and top tribute acts Desperadoes (The Eagles) and Bevan Gardiner (John Denver), this charity show will help curb youth suicide. While country music may set the tune, expect a variety of

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Blue Planet II April 9-10, from 7.30pm, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland City A musical journey around our planet, experiencing the majesty our natural world has to offer, this concert features awardwinning visuals from the hit TV series, BBC Earth backed by the talents of Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra. Details at www. apo.co.nz/whats-on.

Jersey Boys April 17 – May 16, times vary, The Civic, Cnr Queen & Wellesley Sts, Auckland City Forget four seasons in one day, thanks to this musical, fans can experience Four Seasons in one show. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, this acclaimed production is not to be missed. Details at www.gntproductions.co.nz/jerseyboys.

■COMEDY & BURLESQUE Bill Bailey – En Route to Normal March 23 & 24, from 8pm, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland City, and March 27, from 8pm, Claudelands Arena, Cnr Brooklyn Rd and Heaphy Tce, Claudelands, Hamilton Being on the wrong side of the law might once haved resulted in an appearance at

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The Old Bailey. These days, having ‘the old Bailey’ (aka English funny man, Bill Bailey) appear before us during a nationwide tour promises to deliver quite a different experience. ‘Bill-ed’ as a ‘funny, heartwarming mix of stories, music and history’, this show seeks to help us confront the strange days that have found us all. Details via www.billbailey.co.uk.

■ARTS Place March 16 – April 1, Franklin Arts Centre, 12 Massey Road, Pukekohe Featuring an opening event on March 20 (10.30am-2pm), this exhibition showcases the work of intriguing artists, Shelley Wilkin and Sandy Littlejohns-Clark. Billed as a ‘magnificent blend of vibrant colours’ the exhibition features paintings (by Sandy) and glasswork (by Shelley) which seek to explore a sense of place. Visit www. facebook.com/FranklinArtsCentre.

Ages of Pages March 27, 9.30am-4pm, Hamilton Gardens, Hungerford Crescent, Hamilton The perfect opportunity to shake the hands which have written some of our favourite books, this event showcases authors and their work. Set in beautiful Hamilton Gardens, this event offers raffles, book signings and more. Visit hamiltongardens. co.nz.

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■SPORT, MOTORING & RACING Lexus Urban Polo March 20, 12-8.30pm, Auckland Domain, Park Road, Grafton, Auckland City Sport, fashion, food and music are all on the menu during this event. A chance for an all-too-country sport to come to town, Urban Polo features quick-fire, fast-paced matches of a game played by princes and kings. See www.urbanpolo.co.nz.

Karaka Vintage Day March 21, 9.30am – 4pm, Karaka Sports Park, 372 Blackbridge Road, Karaka While we’ve all been hoping to turn over a new leaf as we leave 2020 in our rear vision mirrors, there’s nothing like a trip down memory lane. Featuring everything classic and vintage cars to tractors and antique machinery, this event also includes aerial displays as well as fun activities for children, food and other entertainment.

So, get into gear and see www. karakavintageday.co.nz.

Mackie Memorial Trophy March 27, from 9am, from Ararimu Hall, cnr Ararimu Rd and Steel Rd, Ararimu Some of the region’s top riders will race through our region during this event, run

by Counties Manukau Cycling Club. From experienced competitors to juniors, all will strive to take their turn atop the podium.

See via www.cmcycling.co.nz.

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FOOD ON MY MIND As a keen foodie, who loves to dine out, I feel their pain. What’s more, with each lockdown I’ve been forced into more cooking. While that’s not a bad thing, nevertheless my kitchen duty tends to go by the board as soon as restaurants re-open as they did when Auckland, saw Alert Level 2 come into effect early March.

However, talking of cooking, I feel compelled to recommend The Keto Chef’s Kitchen to those who love to experiment in the kitchen and especially readers who seek new recipes which are keto-based (low carb and sugar-free) but are delicious.

When I saw this new cookbook, I just had to have it. Initially I thought for my son who lost 40 kilos with keto. Instead, I’ve kept it so I can be sure that when he comes to dinner I can follow keto rules.

I also see advantages for myself. I’ve always been a little bit...shall we say, voluptuous and, as a result, I never bake and I try to avoid desserts – both being disastrous for me.

Wonderfully, this book not only delivers on keto but is filled with gluten-free, dairyfree, sugar-free, diabetes-friendly, calorieconscious recipes which help me produce

balanced, interesting and simple meals.

As I see many worthy products come across my desk, I seldom recommend one over another but I really like this cookbook and believe it will suit a wide range of readers. Therefore, I just had to share.

Check out the yummy dessert on page 33.

Yes, hopefully, keen and not so keen cooks will find themselves benefiting from The Keto Chef’s Kitchen – please share with me if you do! In the meantime, enjoy this month’s Rural Living – there’s plenty more to give lifestylers the perfect excuse for a cuppa and a read.

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I had to applaud, this popular café when the team went into action on that first morning and invited would-be patrons to bring in their own plates – Kaos chefs had breakfast ready to dish!

“We had to do something,” says Café Kaos owner, Elton Raitt. “Between Kaos, Pukekohe and Kaos on Queen in Waiuku we had 33kgs of mushrooms 10kgs of spinach, two whole salmon, defrosted meats and much more to dispense with.

“It seemed practical to cook it all up, turning some into pies, and invite locals to bring in their plates so we could dish up and pass out an inexpensive, take-out breakfast or lunch. It worked a treat and we weren’t left with heartbreaking waste!”

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WIN! A SHOWTYM ADVENTURE SERIES BOX SET Fans of Kelly Wilson’s children’s books will, no doubt, be dismayed that the author (of Keeping up with the Kaimanawas fame has called ‘whoa’ on her popular Showtym Adventures.

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WON’T STOP FOR COVID The coronavirus pandemic may have turned the world upside down but it hasn’t stopped nature taking its course among the wild horses of the Kaimanawa Ranges in the central North Island. Franklin couple, Marilyn and Elder Jenks tell ANGELA KEMP why Covid-19 is posing a potential crisis for these unique animals.

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lder and Marilyn Jenks, have been volunteering their devotion to the Kaimanawa horses since the 1990’s, their efforts well known locally and in equine circles across the country.

They have been responsible for saving the lives of more than a 1000 wild horses, horses which were destined to be destroyed or sent to the abattoirs.

Before Elder and Marilyn became involved, the New Zealand Army and Department of Conservation were in dispute with animal welfare groups about the best solution for dealing with the increasing numbers of wild horses.

DOC reported the horses were the cause of native plants nearing extinction due to grazing and trampling. To protect the plants, hundreds of horses were culled.

In 2003, the couple set up Kaimanawa Heritage Horses (KHH) and through their endeavours, persuaded all groups to work together for the welfare of these special animals. The outcome was a programme in which the horses would be mustered

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and those suitable could be adopted.

The horses are mustered by helicopters to a set of yards where the drafting team takes over. They run a very tight and smooth operation where sorting is done with the utmost care and the minimum amount of fuss.

A resident vet keeps a very close eye on all phases of the muster, selecting the horses to be rehomed from a list supplied

by KHH. The musters have been a runaway success with horse numbers being reduced from more than 1700 to a healthy herd of 300. But the cancellation of last year’s muster because of Covid-19 has seen numbers jump back to 500 As a result, KHH is desperate to hear from people willing to offer homes to some 200 horses expected to be rounded up in the forthcoming autumn muster.

“Covid has put many adoption applications on the back foot,” says Marilyn. “Quite a few people who originally applied last year have either bought horses or their circumstances have changed and they can no longer offer a home.”

An added complication has been the rescue of 20 Kaimanawas found living wild in bush in Coromandel. KHH were called in at the end of last year by the local council when the neglected horses were discovered fending for themselves after being released from a private property.

The Jenks already care for eight Kaimanawas on their Mauku property and they are hoping others in the district will come forward with potential homes for all those up for adoption.

All applicants go through a strict vetting procedure and property check before a rescued horse is put in their care.

Because of their unique characteristics, the Kaimanawas receive pre-homing training from experts to give them and their adopters the best possible start to domesticity.

The couple agree that to train a Kaimanawa, plenty of time and no expectations are needed. “But the rewards you will reap in return from these intelligent creatures is priceless,” they concur.

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keen to hear from sponsors as funding the on-going programme is substantial.

Other fundraising includes an annual trip to the Kaimanawa Mountain Ranges in November for photographers and horse enthusiasts.

It’s fair to say that through Marilyn and Elder’s efforts Kaimanawa horses have risen from being viewed as an environmental pest to a well-loved and regarded breed unique to New Zealand.

The Jenks’ dedication has been recognised with each being awarded the Queen’s Service Medal for their amazing work. What’s more, they show no signs of slowing down their campaign to protect and preserve the Kaimanawas and are working flat tack to re-home the next intake.

In the longer term, Marilyn says the horses’ future management could be controlled by contraception and the Trust is working with others to that end.

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WILD KAIMANAWA HORSES ARE ANYTHING BUT Kaimanawa horses are a very adaptable breed and once you have their trust, they can be relied on for almost any type of horse activity, says Elder Jenks.

“They are successful competitors at show jumping, eventing, and other competitions, are quiet and reliable ponies for children and they are fantastic paddock mates.”

The first wild horses were recorded in the Kaimanawa mountain ranges in 1876, originating from Exmoor and Welsh Mountain pony stock released in the 1870’s. These ponies came to New Zealand on sailing ships and were a huge part of pioneer life.

Escapees and releases of horses from farms, and the cavalry at Waiouru, have added to the gene pool as have “Desert Road drop-offs” of other unwanted horses.

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certain geographical bands within the Kaimanawa population.

The first muster was undertaken in the winter of 1993 when 310 horses were culled from a total population of 2,000. The largest muster was in 1997 when 1100 horses were culled off the ranges.

To date, approx 2000 horses have been removed from the Kaimanawa Ranges of which more than half have been slaughtered.

In the early muster days, the re-homing of horses was undertaken in an ad-hoc way with little or no checking of the suitability of the new home or follow-up afterwards. This meant many Kaimanawa horses saved from slaughter at the muster went on to lead miserable, neglected lives.

Since 2003, Kaimanawa Heritage Horses has ensured some 1000 mares and younger males and female horses have found new careers domestically.

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Horse trainer and Abderry Equine Services owner/operator, Cheski Brown’s wealth of equestrian experience formed the foundation for her unique coaching style and also served as a spring board for her, and late husband Desmond, to convert and develop a 120-acre Patumahoe dairy farm into a leading equestrian training and care facility. Rural Living talked to Cheski, over the gate, about the variety of equine services she oversees.

You lived in Singapore for many years, were you born there and when did you start riding?

I was born in the UK and in keeping with family tradition, I first sat on a horse when I was 13 weeks old but I don’t remember.

What did living in Singapore involve?

My family moved to Singapore when I was five and we stayed for 23 years. We were lucky to live at the Singapore Turf club on 335 acres of parkland. My father was principal of the Apprentice Jockey Training School which meant I learnt alongside the apprentices. This set me up nicely to start riding at the age of 16 and go on to ride 45 winners on the competitive Malayan Amateur Racing Association circuit.

Rural Living understands you coached the senior Singapore Equestrian team, did they realise competition success?

Yes, the team won Gold at the South East Asian Games held in Singapore, 1983 and then in Chiang Mai, Thailand, 1995.

Did you ever plan to have a full-blown career with horses?

NO! I vowed at a early age that I was never, EVER going to take a job with horses. They were going to be my hobby.

Then, in 1977, I was offered an all expenses paid trip from Singapore to San Francisco to investigate the viability of setting up an Equestrian Centre in 1979. I was 21! It was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down but I also thought I’d better get some certificates and job experience to confirm I was as wonderful as I thought I was!

So, I went to the UK. The certificates were easy but real life work soon made me realise I wasn’t quite as wonderful as I thought! The American job fell through and I went back to Singapore. I married Desmond Brown, captain of the Singapore

Polo Club and learnt to play polo.

Desmond was also a champion amateur jockey and on the committee of the Singapore Turf Club. We had two children and I was fortunate to be able to keep horses and pursue my hobbies of racing, show jumping, dressage and polo.

When did you determine to immigrate to NZ and was that decision difficult?

We moved here at the end of 1984 and the decision was easy. It seemed just the place for us to buy a property where Desmond could retire, we could raise two small children and indulge our equine hobbies.

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Cheski Brown

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You were also an equestrian coach in Singapore, what did that involve?

Yes, my mother was head instructor for the Bukit Tinah Saddle Club. She also started the Singapore branch of Pony Club while my father was instrumental in Singapore joining the International Federation of Equestrian Sports and in starting a South East Asian Regional Competition circuit.

As a teenager, I started giving riding lessons and was quickly infected by the teaching bug. I was lucky to be born with a fog-horn voice, a bossy nature and a desire to travel so I seized opportunities to take Pony Club teams to the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong and New Zealand. The competitions were made even more fun as host nations provided the mounts and each team drew their catch of horses out of a hat.

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Abderry was up and running in no time as we quickly became the proud owners of 45 horses and employers of a large team.

It then became glaringly apparent that our hobbies were really expensive and we needed to use resources to branch out and earn some money to help pay a few bills! We started providing a PreExport Preparation service in 1985 and took in horses for weaning, breaking-in, pre-training, agistment and HorseHotel.

Desmond died in 1999 and I realised that if Abderry was to survive I had to stop running it as a costly hobby. I set up Abderry Equine Services Ltd and that’s when I knew I really did have a full blown job with horses!

I also started a process which has resulted in three distinct company areas – Pre-Export Preparation; Training and Care Services for NZ resident horses and opening the doors to riders, clubs and groups to hold events or to train here.

This meant I could return to coaching.

What qualifications did you require to proceed with a coaching/training career and how viable is it in New Zealand to live solely on a coaching/ training salary?

Luckily, I spent a good hunk of my life enrolled in the ‘university of equestrian life’! Really, the horses have always been my tutors and examiners. I could not live solely off a coaching/training salary.

What advice would you offer someone considering this career?

You must NEVER be too cool to pick up poo. It’s a challenging and rewarding lifestyle as long as you realise the job is not always glamorous.

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What does your working week include?

I am intent on steering Abderry towards being a better equine service provider and facility. I am dressed to ride most days and thoroughly enjoy being able to sit up on youngsters [horses] having their first rides. When the stables are full, I join the muck-out team. I spend many hours in the arenas coaching and setting courses for our twilight shows and I gain huge satisfaction from seeing how good the export horses look when they leave us – usually at about four in the morning!

There’s always paperwork to do too. I’m lucky every day is different.

Abderry trains a wide range of horses; does their training differ?

No. We train all horses using the same basic principles. They must be balanced and rhythmical. They need to be responsive to cues to alter pace or direction and when they’re ready, we train them to work with more strength and agility. www.ruralliving.co.nz

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What aspect of your job do you like most and what is the most challenging?

I love coaching but the most challenging aspect is trying to interpret and understand the subtle signs that horses give us when they find something difficult.

What prompted the name Abderry and does your own Christian name have any significance?

We joined the names of our two children, Abi & Derry to form “Abderry”. Cheski is a short for Francesca.

How difficult has this past year been?

Have you family/team members supporting you and, in normal (no Covid) circumstances, do you manage to take time off during the year?

As we care for animals, we operate as an essential service. Our daily work with the horses has carried on ‘normally’. Level 3 meant no customers on the premises and revenue is down 12% but I know we’ve been fortunate compared to other businesses. Family and the team have been incredibly supportive; Abderry would not be where it is today without them.

And, no, I’ve never been very good at taking time off. There always seems to be a mountain of paperwork to do!

Any special goals for the future?

I need to get better at making time to take

time off. I have a great team around me and I am trying to allow them to grow and develop Abderry some more.

If you could grow any plant – vegetable, flower or tree – what would it be?

I’d grow more Willow Trees. I think they’re lovely – big, strong and calming. Horses like them too.

If you could ask any three people to dinner (dead or alive) who would they be?

Desmond. I’d love to show him how the farm has evolved. I’d love to give him a hug and thank him in person for the opportunity he’s given me to grow and develop.

John Clarke (Fred Dagg). I’d want him to sing “We don’t know how lucky we are?”

Sheila Wilcox. Ms Willcox (as she was known to me) was my first employer.

She was a hero and pioneer for women in the world of eventing but she was also a woman of great style, the first of the British eventing women to combine her riding career with a writing and media career. I’d like to thank her for teaching me the importance of having an eye for detail and to be brave when I think other people are thinking – “you’re going about things the “wrong way”.

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hand-pick kiwi During the Second World War civilians were encouraged to ‘dig for victory’ by growing their own food; similarly, one could suggest that this kiwifruit season, civilians are picking for the economy.

Carol Ward from Zespri is expecting a bumper crop will help New Zealand’s efforts to recover from the pandemic.

“We’re encouraged by the strong demand we’re seeing for our fruit, and we’ll continue to closely monitor the Covid-19 environment and its impacts as we begin shipping this year’s crop,” she says. “Growers and the wider kiwifruit industry are working hard to make sure consumers across the world can enjoy fresh, healthy fruit.”

Beginning earlier this month this harvest season is expected to overtake last year’s record yield. The Gold variety

is usually picked first, followed by Green kiwifruit in late March and Zespri’s Red kiwifruit. Harvest peaks in mid-April and runs through until June.

Although the Bay of Plenty is the leading kiwifruit growing region, the harvest will see pickers and packers in action from Northland to the South Island, including the Auckland and Waikato regions.

“This year has been devastating for a small number of growers whose crops in Motueka and other isolated areas who were hit by hail,” Nikki Johnson from Kiwifruit Growers Inc adds. “On the other hand, the season is shaping up to produce high quality kiwifruit which means consumers can anticipate a great tasting product coming to supermarket shelves.”

Kiwis keen to lend a hand need not look too far afield.

Due to border closures, New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers has sent out a rallying cry as it seeks to feed a need for approximately 23,000 willing workers.

“We’re thrilled to have [government] support to get the messages around kiwifruit work opportunities to those seeking employment,” the organisation’s CEO, Nikki Johnson, says. “And, it’s not just about seasonal work; kiwifruit offers longterm and permanent career opportunities in our leading horticultural sector.”

Locals will need to be able to travel – the majority of New Zealand kiwifruit is grown in the Bay of Plenty region – but those who answer the call can expect to be paid at least $22.10 per hour with picking and packing jobs available.

Although the harvest has already begun, it runs through until June. For more information visit www.NZKGI.org.nz.

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VET TALK

INTERNAL PARASITES IN CATTLE Dr Jennifer Stone BVSc (Dist.) provides advice on drenching and parasite control.

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dult cattle are at lower risk of parasite related health issues because they develop immunity to internal parasites, which prevents severe infection.

So, they DO NOT need regular drenching.

KEY FACTS ■ On lifestyle blocks, where calves are often grazing the same pasture year-in, year-out and worm burdens on pasture are high, calves need to be drenched regularly from weaning until 18 months.

■ If animals are going onto pasture that hasn’t been grazed by cattle for 12 months, or has been well grazed by sheep, drenching intervals can be extended.

■ Reducing the stock density (number of animals of the farm) can help reduce the challenge of parasites on pasture.

■ Different species of stock will help reduce the challenge from parasites on pasture.

Cattle will help ‘mop up’ sheep and horse parasites and vice versa.

■ Internal parasites reduce appetite and divert energy away from growing and producing milk.

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> 15 months old These drenches should be used only on adult cattle as they are less effective against parasites that affect younger calves.

MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ■ Ensure correct and accurate dosing when drenching.

■ New animals arriving on property: Keep separate from other animals for a week (allows you to monitor general health too) Give a quarantine drench, (such as Eclipse pour-on), regardless of drench history Repeated drenching will speed up the time with which parasites develop resistance to drenches. Minimise the risk of drench resistance by accurate dosing (not under dosing to weight), using combination drenches, drenching when required and grazing multiple species of livestock on property.

NB: Drench intervals can be extended in dry summers and cold winters.

CHECKLIST ■ We are seeing a lot of pink eye right now. Look out for inflamed, weepy eyes in your farm animals.

■ Flystrike is extremely common at this time of year. Affected sheep may be restless, appear itchy, or if they have a heavy burden, they may be lethargic and acutely unwell.

With woolly sheep, have a handson look around their back end.

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M.Bovis –

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ore than three years since Mycoplasma bovis (M.Bovis) was first discovered in New Zealand, this drastic strategy will be subjected to scrutiny through an independent review.

“The Government and farmers have committed a great deal of time and effort to eradicating M. bovis and it’s been a significant undertaking for everyone involved,” review panel chair, Nicola Shadbolt, says. “We can learn a lot from looking at the response overall and understanding

what went well from the beginning, what changed as the programme made improvements and what can be taken onboard for future biosecurity responses.”

A devastating cattle disease, M.Bovis was poised to wreak havoc should its spread not be (at least) controlled.

Although eradication methods – which included culls of infected cattle – have hit farmers hard, the alternative may have proved worse.

Federated Farmers president, Andrew Hoggard welcomes the move;

the organisation first called for a review of eradication efforts in 2018.

“We’ve been waiting a long time for this,” he says. “This will not be a witch-hunt to highlight all the things that didn’t go well. Rather, it’s an effort to capture what we have learned so we can all be better prepared. The name of the game is to learn how to be better prepared, because this could always happen again.”

Farmers will be invited to take part in the review, findings from which are expected to be released later this year.

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POWER GENERATION? DON’T KNOCK WOOD! Otto Lundman

Modvion towers under construction.

The Netherlands may be famous for its wooden windmills but, thanks to a new appreciation for age-old technology, two Scandinavian companies seem poised to reinvent them for the modern age.

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imiting use of any plastics or metal, the two companies behind the project – Modvion from Sweden and Vestas Wind Systems (Denmark) – are constructing wind towers and turbines using wood.

“To tackle the climate crisis, we need more renewable energy and increased use of sustainable, wooden constructions, and [our] technology enables both,” Modvion’s Otto Lundman says. “We are excited to have Vestas on board and for

the chance to support the world’s leading wind turbine manufacturer in reaching its ambitious sustainability targets.”

While Modvion is concentrating on the towers, Vestas, is producing the turbines.

“Overall, there is potential to become less reliant on steel prices, which would support Vestas’ ongoing growth journey,” Bo Svoldgaard from Vestas explains. “The reduced weight of Modvion’s towers, in combination with their ability to align with [our] modular product architecture,

could also allow for increased ease of transportation. Furthermore, the tower design could allow for Vestas to increase turbine hub heights, contributing to a reduction in cost of energy.”

All going well, this project will help the world take a turn (or millions!) for the better with regards to more sustainable power generation.

More information about this joint effort is accessible via www.modvion.com and www.vestas.com/en.

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Alert levels –

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Most primary industry businesses may be able to operate at higher alert levels but, due to extra precautions, it’s never a case of business as usual.

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e’re not out of the pandemic yet, even with vaccines on the way,” William Beetham from Federated Farmers says. “We may well have some challenging months ahead [so] farmers need to invest in themselves in terms of getting prepared: try and eat properly, get enough sleep and exercise and stay in touch with friends. It always helps talking to someone when times get tough.”

Farmers should also take extra care in planning ahead, particularly with regards to restrictions related to transport and supply lines, the organisation’s Dairy Chairperson Wayne Langford, adds.

“Without sounding like telling seasoned farmers how to suck eggs,” he says. “It is timely for farmers to check available feed levels, to get on with orders for any urgent machinery parts and generally to be prepared for potential disruption.”

Damien O’Conn

New Zealand has come a long way since it served as England’s larder. However, due to the pandemic, our primary industries have (perhaps) never been as important to our economy. As Minister of Agriculture, Rural Communities, Trade and Export Growth and more, Damien O’Connor is at the forefront of our primary industries, as reports from his office again reveal.

BUZZ-NESS ON UP AND UP Some industries have floundered during the pandemic but others are enjoying the sweet taste of success, as a certain Beehive worker was pleased to report.

“The volume of honey exports surged from February 2020,” Mr O’Connor said following the release of the latest Apiculture Monitoring Report. “The primary sector has shown its ability to adapt in the past year despite the pandemic.”

The report reveals honey export revenue increased by 20 percent to $425 million in the year to June

30, 2020, our Minister of Agriculture confirms, adding that exporters were better able to meet increased demand thanks to favourable weather in most manuka growing regions.

“Some beekeepers [are] estimating it as the largest manuka honey crop in recent years... With prices for our dairy and meat products holding their own, the past year has been a successful one for the [primary] sector.”

WTO LANDS NEW DIRECTOR

The new World Trade Organization (WTO) boss will be receptive to cutting red tape with regards to at least one of New Zealand’s primary industries, Mr O’Connor expects.

“New Zealand looks forward Those who may bag a to working with Dr Okonjobird (or several) come May best Iweala to progress New not delay taking the right steps in March.

Zealand’s negotiating priority Delays in processing firearms licences could of concluding ambitious see some game bird hunters miss out, Michael disciplines on fisheries Dowling from the Council of Licenced Firearms subsidies as soon as Owners (COLFO) warns. possible,” he said following “The firearms confiscation and compensation the Nigerian candidates schemes, along with the effects of Covid-19 have strained appointment late last month.

Police resources,” he says. “Game bird season is one of “The pandemic has seen the major hunting events. It is an important tradition for significant downward trends thousands of Kiwis. They enjoy the great outdoors, fill in global trade, and trade will the freezer, and teach the next generation how to form an important part of the safely use firearms.” international recovery effort...

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Tree clearances are dependent on the voltage of the overhead lines. There are two zones; Growth Limit Zone - the space around the power line (measured in metres) where trees must not encroach, even in windy or stormy conditions, and the Notice Zone - one metre beyond the Growth Limit Zone.

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LIEFTING NAILS

Rural Sport Award In recognition of a life on the 'line', an acclaimed local sportsperson added yet another feather to his cap at the recent Norwood New Zealand Rural Sports Awards.

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the Year: Rowland Smith (shearing) ◆ Skellerup NZ Rural Sportswoman of the Year: Keryn Herbert (shearing) ◆ Fonterra NZ Rural Youth Sportsperson of the Year: Stephanie McNair (target shooting) ◆ Norwood New Zealand Rural Sports Supreme Award: Stephanie McNair (target shooting) ◆ Levno Outstanding Contribution to Rural Sport: Joint winners – Murray & Deneece Goldsworthy (harness racing) and Warren White (shearing)

former world champion fencer – and two-time Golden Pliers and four-time Silver Spades winner – Bombay’s Nick Liefting was one of five to claim a Toyota Lifetime Legacy to Rural Sport Award.

Olympic medallist and judging panel convenor, Nathan Twaddle, says the finalists proved impossible to separate.

“We were simply blown away by the quality of nominees represented across a range of rural sports in the Toyota Legacy Lifetime Award,” he says. “After receiving the highest ever number of nominations for that category, we didn’t think it fair to select just one winner... so we decided to recognise all five of our finalists as equal recipients of the award.”

Sharing the podium with Nick were Sally Mallinson (sheep dog trials), Curly Troon (gumboot throwing), Greg Herrick (shearing) and Sheree Taylor (wood chopping).

Bestowed on the eve of the 2021 Rural Games (March 12-14, Palmerston North), the awards are designed to recognise top

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competitors across a wide range of sports with strong connections to rural regions.

This year, recipients also included: ◆ PTS Logistics NZ Rural Sportsman of

In addition, multi-Olympic shot putter, Tom Walsh, received the Sir Brian Lochore Memorial Award as an outstanding sportsperson from a rural background.

“Once again, we had an incredibly impressive line-up of finalists for each category showcasing the strengths of rural sports in Aotearoa,” Mr Twaddle says.

“The awards honour everyone from young athletes, to lifetime achievers; including those who work behind the scenes to make sure rural sports survive.”

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Serving as a wakeup call to many, the most recent lockdowns have seen Andrew’s team again fielding calls from lifestylers keen to know how Norwood could help at higher alert levels.

“When animal welfare is at stake, we have always been able to help them.

However, unlike large-scale farming operations, some lifestyle farms don’t qualify as essential, so many requirements

simply need to wait,” Andrew confirms.

“That said, we can handle enquiries for non-essential work so that we can get down to business as soon as we are able.”

While it can be tough – even impossible – to predict when an old, faithful tractor (or other farm machinery) will give up the ghost, lifestylers should be reading the warning signs even more closely, Andrew advises.

“Check everything and ensure all equipment is serviced regularly and safe to use. And, don’t wait to purchase new equipment – if you need it, best get it while you know you definitely can,” he says. “Although our vastly experienced team is more than willing to assist

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lifestylers, we’d much rather do so when we are not limited by outbreaks.”

Norwood can operate at all alert levels for professional farmers and growers.

“Regardless of restrictions, we are always able to support essential businesses with machinery and parts and service. But, to avoid delays, it’s important that even businesses deemed essential are prepared.”

Anyone unsure of exactly how Norwood can operate under various alert levels can call (0800 NORWOOD) or, depending on restrictions, drop by the company’s showroom and workshop at 85 Adams Drive, Pukekohe.

“But don’t forget to scan!” Andrew adds.

“It’s best to be safe than sorry.”

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Hemp – green means go!

Emirates Team New Zealand could be flying high at the next America’s Cup armed with the latest home-grown ingenuity.

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t’s not that big of a leap to imagine we could have an America’s Cup boat made entirely of hemp – hull, the ropes, sails, even what the crew wears,” Melessa Baer from Webtools Agritech says. “That would certainly put New Zealand’s industry and innovation on a world stage.”

Hemp could prove a vital ingredient in many industries, as the recent New Zealand Hemp Challenge – run in association with Webtools Agritech – revealed. Tasked with developing new uses for hemp, participants (including academics and businesses) also submitted

plans for everything from hemp nappies and dog treats to building materials. Even more ideas are expected to be outlined during May’s iHemp Summit in Rotorua.

From the same family as cannabis, industrial hemp has no psychoactive effects but is a most versatile crop. In addition to its anti-fungerial, antic static, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, it can block UV light, is fire resistant, breathable, light weight, durable and strong. For these reasons and more it is fast becoming quite the cash crop worldwide.

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idday folks, with long sleeves needed at night this past week, it seems autumn is suddenly upon us and with that comes the annual start of the possum control season.

Autumn to spring possum control is based on dealing with possums really effectively during the winter months, so, hopefully, the level of damage caused by them in your area next spring is greatly reduced.

So, hit them hard in early autumn, apply control into winter until activity stops and then increase your efforts again approaching spring to pick up any new animals moving into your area, and Voila!

– the summer is yours.

Trapping, shooting and poisoning are all viable means of achieving possum control but if you are after a standardised method which requires as little input from you as possible, establishing a permanent bait station regime for use during the beginning and end of winter makes a lot of sense.

The following prescription is one I have used for many years and although there are always new alternatives, this method continues to deliver the results and is one of the most easily applied by even those with no pest control experience at all.

Establishing a bait station programme: Philproof mini bait stations should be placed at 100 metre spacings around bush fringes/boundaries or at the rate of two

per hectare in bush. They can be nailed to the base of trees or attached side-on to the tree at head height.

I favour getting them as high as possible as this removes all risk of access by pets and stock. When attaching side-on, the addition of a second nail through the centre hole at the base of the station keeps it nice and level and allows for easy re-filling by simply lifting the base off the lower nail, tilting the station 45 degrees to the side and pouring the bait straight into the mouth of the station.

Filling the Stations: Fill each station with 500g Pest-Off possum pellets. Cutting down a plastic bottle to make a cup which holds 500g makes this very easy.

The annual filling regime for these stations is based on three fills at one month intervals commencing in early Autumn; and three times again at one month Intervals concluding mid-spring.

This equates to six fills over two pulses or 3kg of bait per station per year.

As with all toxins, follow all manufacturers guidelines for safe and efficient use. Removing any uneaten bait will allow you to further calculate what your property requires annually and leaves the stations empty, clean and tidy until next season.

Additional Lure: For best results bait stations should be lured with a ‘blaze’ of scented flour. You can make a really effective lure by adding a small amount of cinnamon and icing sugar, aniseed (or anything else that smells great) to the required amount of flour and smearing a handful of this in a line leading to the mouth of the station each time you fill it.

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She may not compete in high jump but a certain tenacious teen is dead keen on raising the bar. Recently, JON RAWLINSON spoke with this Waiuku para-athlete – and her proud mum – about sporting glories past and (in all likelihood) yet to come.

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For Charli GardinerHall, that’s quite literally the case.

“Discus is my favourite event and one of my strongest but I also like the race walk. It’s one of the longest track events and I like having a break from running,” the rising track and field star says. “I would love to represent New Zealand one day. The Paralympics are only held every four years but there are lots of other competitions too.”

Born with Sturge-Weber Syndrome – a condition that weakens her muscles in the right side of her body and impairs her coordination – this plucky 13-year-old has an additional hurdle to overcome (figuratively) each time she competes. And, while medication can help suppress them, she also experiences seizures.

“It means I have to think really hard and focus on what I’m doing. My left side is fine but my right sometimes doesn’t like to be told what to do,” she laughs. “I have had seizures in training. I don’t know when they are going to happen and when they do I get really scared; sometimes it feels like I can’t breathe.”

Charli faces extra challenges as she focuses on ‘mind over muscle’ at every step, but it also appears Charli Gardiner-Hall

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“I don’t like competing when it’s just me, even though I love getting gold!”

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to have engendered a characteristic essential among all great sportspeople: determination.

Due to the structure of para classifications, Charli has had fewer options with regards to the range of events in which she can compete.

However, as she is now in her first year at Waiuku College, opportunities are knocking as she looks ahead to the North Island Secondary School Championships (April 9-11) and the New Zealand champs in December.

With tutelage from expert coaches – including Commonwealth Games’ medallist Alana Barber (race walk), multi Paralympics’ medallist, John Eden (throws) and respected Franklin-based coach, John Moffitt (long jump) – Charli is keen to add to recent successes.

At this year’s Athletics Auckland Track and Field Championships, she broke the New Zealand under-17 para record in long jump (2.84 metres) – and now holds eight such para records in total. Adding another ‘string to her bow’ Charli also set a personal best of 10.25m in javelin at the February competition, all off the back of an impressive medal haul at January’s North and South Island Colgate Games.

“I won two gold [shot put and discus], two silver [100 metres and long jump] and a bronze [1600m race walk] at the North Island games, and five golds [long jump, discus, shot put, 400 and 1500 metres] at the South Island ones, which was really cool, but I was the only one competing www.ruralliving.co.nz

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except in the race walk!” she says. “I was up against everyone [able-bodied athletes] in that event.

“When I’m race walking, I might have to concentrate harder than others and I don’t think I could compete at a top level but I really like the race walk – they don’t have a para category for it in New Zealand, which is so stupid!”

Aside from the race walk, Charli faced limited direct competition at the North Island event and competed solo in the South Island games, but her times and distances were impressive at both, as her proud mum, Kylie Hall, confirms: “We’re sure she would have won medals even if there were more para athletes in her events. Almost every time she competes, she’s setting personal bests, which really is the main thing.

There is some good work being done but there’s still very limited access to sport at pre-secondary school for kids with disabilities. There are many more kids out there who just don’t know about all the opportunities; it would be awesome to see more kids on the podium.”

Charli interjects: “As long as I can still come first!” she smiles. “I don’t like competing when it’s just me even though I love getting gold!”

This plucky youngster’s road to gold began, in part, thanks to her parents’ love of sport – Charli’s dad, Paul Gardiner, is an avid squash player and mum, Kylie still takes part in mini-triathlons and similar events. She also represented New Zealand

in the niche sport of artistic rollerskating (effectively, figure skating on wheels) in her youth.

“Our involvement in sport is definitely part of the reason our kids are so keen,” Kylie explains. “When our son, Quinn, was a toddler, we were desperate to find something which would burn off his energy – he was always very active – and athletics was the only organised sport to take kiddies that young. Charli was dragged along and, as soon as she was old enough (aged three), she was into it too.”

In addition to track and field, her brother Quinn (now aged 15) competes in cycling, triathlons and half marathons and even raced in Antarctica when he was just 11 years old.

“At the North Island Colgate Games, Quinn performed brilliantly as well,’ Kylie says. “He achieved personal bests, won the race walk and set a new Auckland resident record along the way. He’s certainly got the work ethic, at least, to represent New Zealand in something!”

“Even though he’d probably say his little sister is a pain in the backside, Quinn recognises she faces extra challenges and he’s quite inspired by her.”

Determination may be crucial to Charli’s success but, she admits, a healthy dose of sibling rivalry inspires her too.

“He encourages me to do better. I show him my medals and he’ll say: ‘but how many people did you compete against?’” she laughs. “I don’t beat him but I get more records and medals than he does!”

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ell, what month! As I started to write this column I thought what have we done? Not allowed out, no meeting up with friends, no café lunches but now, as I sit down to write, I’m hoping Auckland will return to Alert Level 1 at the weekend.

On the Saturday of the Alert Level 3 announcement, our family from Tauranga had decided (ahead of the news) that it would be timely and safe to come up to Auckland, spend the Saturday night with us then enjoy a Sunday brunch before heading back to Tauranga.

The boys had watched the rugby so we were all seated in front of the TV for the 9pm announcement. That certainly changed the mood of the evening but as they’d had a few drinks, it was off to bed so they could head out of Auckland before the borders closed at 6am.

That was our major social event of the past month and now Brian and I have been in our bubble with not a lot to do. Books to read, of course, but not even yacht racing to watch made life pretty dull.

If we had been still on our lifestyle block I would have loved the time to tackle some of the jobs on the ever-growing ‘to do’ list including gardening.

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And, on that note, I must say that the rain we have had over the past week has made it easier to get stuck into the garden here. The soil now is at least moist and although the weeds have come out in their droves, at least the lawn looks green again.

Driving out to my Pilates class when we still had the luxury of living at Alert Level 1, I noticed all the paddocks were so dry with not much feed for the animals. Those are the ‘worries’ we both miss. However, being able to turn on the tap at any time and have water is one luxury of suburbia I enjoy.

The other day I read that the movie, Rams, with Sam Neill and Michael Caton had received rave reviews and was in the movie theatres. Unfortunately, movies in Auckland were not a goer at the time but I located it on TV. Brian and I set ourselves up as if we were at the movies and watched the film. Set in Western Australia it was both funny and sad and just a bit of welcome light entertainment during this iffy time.

I do feel for all the people who had weddings and other events planned so far

ahead. One of our girls at work had her son’s wedding cancelled this past Saturday when we were still in Alert Level 3.

The sad thing was that this was their second attempt to have the wedding as the first one was cancelled last year when we first went into lockdown. So many people were affected with that one cancellation – flowers, food, the marquee, dresses and so the list goes on.

I know we have been really lucky in New Zealand but I also know many people have been badly affected. I must say, I hope the rest of the country will get over the fact that we come from Auckland and welcome us as we start to trip away again.

Before I go, many thanks to all the people who made contact about Brian ceasing his column but it had to come.

He was finding it just too hard to write about something he was no longer involved in. His biggest regret in suburbia is not having his chooks and, of course, the eggs that came with them but we are both adapting! And, that’s me this month – catch you all in April and have a happy Easter.

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TEXTURE GUIDE:

ONE PRODUCT, FOUR WAYS Natasha Harris from Alberts Hair Salon says to maintain hair health, this new Kevin Murphy product repairs where it’s needed most – “this miracle ‘leave-in’ revamps texture for a flawless finish any which way you style it.”

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Products which double, triple, or even quadruple in usability are often the first to take up real-estate on your shelf or in your travel bag.

Others may come and go, but the test of a ‘must-have’ product lies in its versatility.

So what product checks more than a few boxes? KEVIN.MURPHY LEAVE-IN. REPAIR, of course.

With a primary purpose to treat and strengthen the hair, this cult-favourite works wonders for texture in the following four ways: 1. WEIGHTLESS LEAVE-IN, 2. WASH & WEAR WAVES, 3.

MOISTURE MUST-HAVE, 4. TURN UP THE TEXTURE. A high protein powerhouse, LEAVE-IN.REPAIR uses Papain – an enzyme from papaya and pineapple – to keep the green pea protein in the formula malleable, cutting down on static and giving hair a truly “conditioned” feel.

Great for any hair type as a traditional ‘leave-in’ treatment, it won’t weigh down natural texture and helps create definition.

Not only does LEAVE-IN.REPAIR protect against heat styling and environmental damage, it also nourishes and repairs.

Wavy and curly hair types tend to need more moisture, which makes LEAVE-IN.REPAIR a must. Preventing moisture loss, it keeps the hair soft and manageable so that once hair is dry, refining curls and waves is a breeze.

On wavy hair, use on its own as a wash and wear product.

The proteins work to give it style-ability and double as a leave-in treatment; the ingredients work for 24 hrs to restore and repair.

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EXCESS NOISE

SO HARMFUL Paul Catlow from Total Hearing Care, in Pukekohe, talks about the impact of everyday noise on people and ocean creatures too.

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e are all used to living in a noisy world where the sound of car engines, power tools, telephones and televisions constantly compete for our attention.

However, it would seem that the barrage of noise we endure on a daily basis may also be a problem in our oceans.

According to a recent study published in Science, excess ocean noise from shipping, construction, sonar and seismic surveys may be harming the hearing of marine life in the same way that excess noise can be harmful to human hearing.

Noise from shipping, construction, sonar and seismic surveys is ‘drowning out’ the healthy ocean soundscape, scientists contend.

They say sound is a fundamental cue for feeding, navigation, communication and social interaction in the ocean. For example, newly hatched fish larvae may be unable to hear ‘the call of home’ when drifting in the vast ocean.

These tiny fish larvae normally hear the call from their habitat and follow the sound back to spawn locations. However, the damage from manmade noise is making this migration problematic.

Amazingly, some scientists have actually gone as far as testing the hearing of certain marine animals, including bottle nose dolphins, beluga whales and sea lions.

They have shown that, just like humans, these creatures seem to be susceptible to a temporary hearing loss when exposed to high levels of noise in their environment but providing such exposure is minimised, then permanent hearing loss can be avoided.

In humans we know that repeated exposure to noise high enough to cause temporary hearing loss may well be enough to cause permanent damage to the hearing system and that high levels of noise in humans has been shown to contribute to stress.

With even minimal hearing loss leading to frustration and avoidance of social gatherings, it is no wonder that people start to avoid this type of gathering but, unlike our aquatic cousins, help is at hand with modern ear protection and hearing aids offering significant assistance to deal with the effects of high noise levels.

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enerally speaking, children with a hearing disorder barely react to noise. They tend to sleep very deeply and stop making sounds a few months after birth.

As the get older, they might ask people to repeat themselves a lot and not answer when their names are called. They may turn up the volume on the TV, or not really pay attention to what’s going on outside their field of vision and if you speak to them from another room, they are unlikely to respond.

Children with hearing problems may also have difficulties in school. They can be more tired than normal because of the effort they have to make to understand. They also tend to play by themselves and are often very restless.

Language delays may also indicate a hearing problem — signs to look for are not being able to name their toys (at around 15 months) or understand instructions without gestures (around 18 months), speech problems and difficulty expressing needs (around 3 years).

If you start to notice such signs, consult an audiologist. Early detection can greatly minimise the negative impact of hearing impairment on a child’s development.

Remember, too, that such signs may not indicate total hearing loss but a lesser hearing impairment which, in every likelihood, can be combated with modern day technology and treatments ranging from hearing aids to surgery or even cochlear implants.

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ELEGANCE WITH A HINT OF DARING Memories of Buenos Aires, gleaned on a South American visit, have provided plenty of inspiration for the Democracy Winter 2021 collection.

Although the emphasis is on comfort, touches of gaucho style and Spanish flair add to overall classic lines which will take fashionistas most anywhere.

Leather, animal prints, figure-hugging pants, swing and pleats all make an appearance with plenty of Latino colour to ensure winter days are never dull. This range is all too easy to embrace!

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Spotlight Pukekohe regional manager, Gavin Daviesonn, says the new store provides full time, part time and casual roles for more than 20 locals.

“At Spotlight, we’re all about encouraging our customers to create, decorate and celebrate in their homes .”

A family-owned and operated business, with stores throughout New Zealand, Australia and Asia, the brand provdes service and expertise in fabrics, craft and homewares.

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Fabulous Feta STORE DEBUT

Most locals will have visited the Clevedon Farmers Market at one time or another and will likely have discovered the Clevedon Buffalo Cheese Co, renowned its awardwinning buffalo feta used in the recipe below.

Previously available only to the restaurant trade and at the farmers market, the Clevedon Buffalo Cheese Co has now launched its feta (RRP: $14.80 for a 250gram pack) into 25 retail stores, including Karaka outlets, Stoney Bridge and Paddock to Pantry.

LAMB AND FETA MEATBALLS WITH LEMON, OREGANO WITH A FRESH TOMATO SAUCE Meatballs are a family favourite and these delicately spiced ones will be crowd pleaser. Yoghurt and fresh breadcrumbs are the secret ingredients here, keeping the meat tender and moist and the meatballs soft. The crumbled buffalo feta throughout the meatballs gives a little burst of flavour in every bite.

MEATBALLS: ◆ ½ cup plain Clevedon Buffalo Co buffalo yoghurt ◆ 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs ◆ 1 egg ◆ 500g lamb mince (or beef or buffalo) ◆ ½ tsp salt ◆ 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ◆ 1 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped ◆ ½ tsp ground cinnamon ◆ pinch chilli flakes ◆ grated zest one lemon ◆ 100g Clevedon Buffalo Co buffalo feta, plus a little extra for serving Mix together the yoghurt and breadcrumbs and set aside for 5 minutes.

When ready, combine the remaining ingredients except the feta and mix well.

Crumble the feta and mix gently through the mix. The mix is quite soft, refrigerate for 30 minutes to leave it to firm up.

Panfry a small piece of meat to check the seasoning. Shape into walnut sized balls and refrigerate for another 30 minutes before frying.

SAUCE: ◆ 1.2kg fresh tomatoes, (we used Curious Croppers) roughly chopped (or use 2 x 400g tins tomato) ◆ 2 tbsp olive oil ◆ 1 small onion, chopped ◆ 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ◆ 1 tbsp finely chopped oregano leaves ◆ ½ cup dry white wine (optional) 32 — Rural Living — March-April 2021

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◆1-2 tsp sugar, (optional) Cut a cross in the base of the tomatoes and remove the core. Plunge into boiling water for 20-30 seconds, refresh in iced water then remove and discard the skins.

Cut tomatoes in half and put a sieve over a bowl to catch the seeds, allowing the juice to drain into the bowl. Discard the seeds.

Heat the oil in a wide saucepan, add onion and fry until soft and golden, approximately 10 minutes. Add garlic and oregano and fry for a minute, then add the wine and cook until reduced by half. Add the tomatoes and juice, season with salt and cook for 20 minutes or until thickened and saucy.

If the tomatoes are very acidic you may need to add a little sugar. If you prefer a smoother sauce, then put into a blender, otherwise leave as is.

To cook and serve; ◆ 2 tbsp olive oil ◆ lamb mince meatballs ◆ tomato sauce ◆ 50g Clevedon Buffalo Co buffalo feta, crumbled ◆ chopped parsley to garnish ◆ crusty bread, to serve ◆ salad greens, to serve Heat the oil in a wide pan and brown the meatballs (they don’t need to be cooked through), then add the tomato sauce to the pan and cook covered, over a gentle heat for 10 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through; if necessary add a little water to the pan if the sauce is drying out. Put into a serving dish and scatter over the extra buffalo feta and parsley.

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GLUTEN-FREE PLANT-BASED Nutritional information per portion: Net carbs 4.3g, Fibre 2g, Fat 18.9g, Protein 1.6g, Net calories 213.

Easy-to-follow and easy-to-cook, this dessert shouldn’t leave you feeling guilty or suffering but inspire you to delve further. It’s just a taste of what’s inside this appealing recipe book:

INGREDIENTS ◆ 2 x 400ml tins coconut cream, chilled ◆ 70g Xylitol ◆ ½ tsp cinnamon ◆ ½ tsp vanilla paste ◆ 40g cocoa powder ◆ Freeze dried raspberries (optional)

Chill the coconut cream overnight in the fridge. Open the tins without shaking them too much and spoon out the thick cream into a mixing bowl. Add the sweetener, cinnamon and vanilla and whisk for 2–3 minutes.

Sift the cocoa powder and fold it into everything else. Garnish with freeze dried raspberries if desired.

If you’re making this with chilled coconut

cream, it will turn into a mousse texture as you fold through the cocoa. Otherwise, you can make it with room temperature coconut cream and then put it in the fridge to set. Once it chills in the fridge for a few hours it will become mousse.

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When Stuart and Karen McCrindle decided to fully renovate and extend their home – a classic 1950’s bach, bought in 2018 – they knew it was no DIY kiwi bach turned into aFranklin Modern open plan home. job. Instead,What: theyClassic contacted Smith & Sons Where: Orereitpoint, asking for help to bring into Auckland. the 22nd century and make life easierLayout: for themselves.

Original 75m2 3 bedrooms with 1 bathroom and small laundry with no storage.

New Layout: 20m 2 extension 2 bedrooms Larger living and Functional Homeowners aredining often space. prepared for some Laundry DIY workspace, when Deck buyingextension an with Louvres.

established home. A bit of paint and paper is generally manageable 2 plus aand deck of 33.8m Extension 20m 2 Lane but when it comes to a majorsize: overhaul, Melissa van den Brink from Smith and Sons Franklin agree the best laid plans can soon turn to disaster.

The Exterior Solutions: We reclad the entire house using James Hardie Axon panel. We replaced the old timber joinery with new aluminium double glazed joinery. This new envelope created a warm inviting home on the inside. Once the cladding was painted we put Before After up a new larger deck and then had a Louvre Tec system installed over top. We extended the side walls of the deck so that it could be used all year round.

The Results: A home our clients are proud of. The clients are now able to entertain friends and family all year round. As soon as you walk into this home you get a warm homely feel, We couldn’t be more proud to provide our clients with their little piece of paradise.

Fortunately, Stuart and Karen McCrindle realised this too and, after doing some online research about the Smith & Sons Franklin team, they had a good feeling. “And, we weren’t wrong,” says Karen. “We organised a meeting and, from the outset, found Lane and Melissa to be really friendly and informative. When we asked questions they answered in ways we could easily understand and never treated any question – or us – as foolish.

“As the project progressed we were delighted with their ideas for extending the house and improving our living. They kept us updated at every step but, most importantly, they were respectful and mindful of our budget and time constraints.”

The 1950’s original 75 square metre home featured three bedrooms, one bathroom and a small laundry with no storage. Smith New extension floor plan & Sons proposed a 20 square metre extension and downsizing to two bedrooms to make provision for greater living and dining, The Project: This classic Kiwi Bach our clients called the pink a functional laundry plus a new 33.8 square metre deck. “At the house needed modernising and making more functional for Transformed: Before and after renovation. first viewing, we could see the layout just didn’t work for Stuart and our clients.

Karen,” Melissa says. “We wanted to give them a contemporary, “In the end we had to reframe most of the house and install new user friendly home they could be proud of. to create a more modern home The Brief: The clients wanted open plan living space that gave the clients wardrobes in theunderfloor piles,” Lane says. “We framed out for wardrobes in the “Importantly, Karen and Stuart through bedrooms.

Fix thewent flooring thatour wasDesign, startingPlan, to sag in places.bedrooms and added to the laundry and storage. Redecorating Construct process which came us with no plansjoinery. so, Replace all means timber they joinery withtonew aluminium Builddone, the result is a home where Stuart and Karen can entertain we walked them through sketches, andcan quotes, a larger deck that theplans clients use inthen the took ever changing year-round. We couldn’t be more proud of providing them their all requirements to council carrying out construction.

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New kitchen and modernising of the little piece of paradise especially as it won 2019 NZ Renovation of the Year across Smith & Sons internationally.” the main, 90%bathroom, of full renovations us would go through this toilet andwith laundry. process.”

Transformed: Interior and Exterior of House with Outdoor Living Area The Interior Solutions: In the end we had to almost reframeAnd the there was only high praise from the McCrindle’s. entire house, put a few new piles under the floor and installed Subsequently, the Franklin Smith & Sons team went about fixing new insulation to give the old girl some new life that would stand “This was a fantastic team to work with,” Karen says. “We couldn’t sagging floors and recladding the entire house using James Hardie the test of time. We framed out for wardrobes in the bedrooms have asked for better people and we’re so happy with the way it has Axon panel. Old timber joinery was replaced with new aluminium, and made one room larger while giving the laundry some worked out. Lane and& Sons Melissa tookowned on this projectby Smith Franklin, and operated double glazed joinery creating a warm, inviting interior. space that could also accommodate some storage cupboards.

Lane and Melissa van den Brink undaunted and the transformation is amazing.”

We updated all the bathroom fittings to a modern black and Next, a new deck with walls and an overhead, Louvre-Tec roof white colour scheme. system were added giving year-round use. Inside, the lounge and Smith and Sons Franklin, owned and operated by dining were revamped, a new kitchen installed and the bathroom and Lane and Melissa van den Brink laundry completely modernised.

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Having just been released from our latest lockdown we continue to learn that our homes have became ‘our castles’, many of us have started to pay more attention to our surroundings.

We noticed what we liked and what we didn’t like about our properties, what we needed most and what could improve our quality of life.

could see more people thinking about the impact internal environments can have on our well-being – prioritising natural light and access to nature.

Some people, for example, have found remote working to be good for their work-life balance, and an increasing number of businesses have embraced this seismic shift. So, how has the arrival of a pandemic affected New Zealanders’ housing needs and wants?

There is an increasing desire to become more self-sufficient. This could lead to more people becoming interested in producing their own energy at home using solar panels or other renewables.

Again, these are all great ‘extras’ that you could implement in your renovation project.

Here’s some food for thought for homeowners who are looking to win the hearts of buyers with well-planned, on-trend renovations.

Happiness and wellbeing

The end of open plan living?

This year has shown us firsthand the pros and cons of having all members of our household at home simultaneously. Open plan living has been on trend for several years, but some buyers may feel the need to have separate spaces now and will be looking for a property designed to carve out some personal space when needed.

Functional home office design Anyone who has tried working from home when children are around knows how challenging the lack of privacy can be, particularly when you don’t have a dedicated home office to work out of.

The home office is predicted to become a major interior design trend in the future, as millennials prefer flexible or mobile workspace. Even if you aren’t targeting the millennial market, in these Covid times adding an elegantly styled home office could be a worthwhile investment.

Thermal comfort and energy efficiency With more people working from home and realising just how cold their homes can be when sitting at a desk all day, thermal comfort and energy efficiency have become top of mind.

Buyers may favour properties with low noise pollution and good indoor air quality, as well as

Working from home when children are around can be challenging when you don’t have a dedicated home office. increased insulation, draught-proofing and double or tripleglazing. If you are looking for ways to add value to your property, these are key factors to consider.

Nature, health and being more self-sufficient During lockdown, easy access to outdoor spaces was truly a godsend, especially for families with young children. In the post-Covid world, outdoor areas will no doubt remain popular for entertaining guests, children’s play areas, outdoor exercise and vegetable gardens.

A growing preoccupation with exercise and health

The last 12 months events have highlighted the importance of taking care of our physical and mental health. We learned that our homes can be our sanctuaries – a haven from the stresses of daily life. There are many ways to bring Zen into a home using natural light, calming colour combinations and the all-important indoor-outdoor flow.

How you can add value to your property To date, the New Zealand property market has defied economists’ predictions, with median prices up in every region in the last 12 months and buyers coming out in force, motivated by low interest rates and a desire to have more space or a bigger backyard.

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Leave coastal jaunts to America’s Cup contenders! When it comes to facing the greatest adversary of all, nature, ocean racing is suited only to the boldest of yachties. In this book, yachting journalist (and daughter of well-known sailor, Adrian Hayter) Rebecca Hayter charts the course of ocean racer, Ross Field, as he embarks on one of the greatest adventures of his life. From a dusty boatyard in France to the wild waters of the Northwest Passage, this story takes readers on a roaring ride.

From peaceful, pastoral countryside to battleground, throughout history the land beneath our feet has served many purposes and been so prized that people have been prepared to pay dearly for it.

In this book, bestselling author, Simon Winchester, takes aim at the complicated issue of land ownership in a readerfriendly manner, exploring ‘who mapped it, owned it, stole it, cared for it, fought for it and gave it back’, from the USA to New Zealand.

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THE DESOLATIONS OF DEVIL’S ACRE

THERE’S A BEAR IN THE WINDOW

NZ Book Awards’ finalist, Eileen Merriman presents the first book in what promises to be an intriguing, pageturner of a new trilogy written to appeal to readers aged 12 and up. Set in the near future, this story sees Violet Black and Ethan Wright struggling against the cruel intentions of the sinister Foundation.

The final book in an acclaimed series (suited to young readers aged 12 and up), The Desolations of Devil’s Acre sees The Acre plagued by desolations – weather fronts of ash and blood and bone.

Jacob Portman, Miss Peregrine and the peculiar children must summon all their courage and wile to thwart the evil intentions of the villainous Caul.

Told in both English and Te Reo, There’s a Bear in the Window recalls a most heartwarming aspect during the dark days of lockdown. Complete with a catchy downloadable song, this book sees little ones going on a bear hunt in 2020 style.

Eileen Merriman: Violet Black | RRP $19.99| Penguin

Ransom Riggs: The Desolations of Devil’s Acre | RRP $30 | Puffin

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AUCKLAND ARCHITECTURE – A WALKING GUIDE Auckland may be a relatively new city on the world stage but, from iconic Victorian landmarks to modern skyscrapers, it is home to a rich range of buildings. With this handy pocket guide (an updated and revised edition), John Walsh and Patrick Reynolds provide maps and more to guide those keen to explore and learn more about our Super City.

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THE LATEST ON REAL ESTATE

MARKET JUST KEEPS ON GOING ON

FROM THE EXPERT’S DESK

LEARNING FLOW THE SECRET TO A SUCCESSFUL RENOVATION (NOT THE YOGA THING!) Kim Reiche is director of two renovation franchises, runner-up, Franchise of the Year 2019 and had project wins for the People’s Choice 2020 plus Gold, Silver and Bronze awards.

By Darren Szaszy, Barfoot & Thompson, Pukekohe

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ural and lifestyle property activity in February was nearly three times as active as it was for the same month last year.

Increased payout projections for dairy farms, combined with banks again lending on this type of property, have seen an increase in demand for dairy land. There is also strong interest in land to plant trees.

Top end lifestyle homes are in short supply, which has caused a lift in bare land sales especially for elite sites and land suitable for subdivision.

In February, Auckland property sales were stronger than they were at the height of the last property cycle between 2015 and 2017. In February, Barfoot and Thompson sold 1124 properties. Readers may have to go back 17 years to find a February when the wider company sold more homes.

In terms of sales numbers, and prices paid, February was exceptional. More than half the homes sold in the month went in excess of $1 million, whereas last year, on average, $1 million homes accounted for a little above 40 percent of monthly sales.

In January, homes in this price category edged up to 49 percent of sales, and in February the trend was consolidated with $1 million plus sales reaching 56 percent of all sales.

The speed with which this percentage has increased underlines the significant movement in prices which has occurred in recent times.

In February, Barfoot and Thompson listed 1941 new properties, a significant number for a February, but it did nothing to take the edge off Auckland buyer demand or dampen price increases.

Both the average and median sales prices increased during the month with the average price reaching $1,075,408, up 0.7 percent on January’s average price, and a median price of $1,010,000, up 3.6 percent in a month.

February’s median price was the highest on record, and $5000 higher than the previous record set in December. At month’s end, the wider company had 3416 properties on our books, the highest number for three months.

This number, combined with the level of homes in the sales pipeline, will contribute to March likely being a strong sales month.

The market is now set to remain active throughout autumn. If you are considering a move call Darren on 021 676 004.

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as home renovation ever been more popular than now?

With a rampant bug stalling our plans of international adventure and escape, many of us have decided now is the time to turn our pennies towards updating and upgrading our homes with a fabulous reno.

There will be those that choose the DIY option, in an effort to save cash and muddle through. But those seeking a transformative result, will generally turn to the experts, knowing that the results are worthy of the investment.

With that in mind, design extraordinaire Kim Reiche of Refresh Renovations Franklin/Manukau, offers some insights into the secrets of successful renovation. ‘Flow’ is top of her list.

“One of the top secrets to a fantastic renovation that you’ll not only love, but which is practical too, is flow. If it looks as great as it is to live in, the difference in your day-to-day living experience will be amazing,” says Kim. So what does flow actually mean?

Diving into her extensive design background, Kim explains.

“Flow is an essential design element encompassing two factors: how rooms are positioned and their relationship to each other, and secondly, how each of those rooms is laid out. Optimal flow only occurs when both of these elements are synced.”

Learning successful flow design for home renovation takes a technical skill set developed over many years. It’s probably why design experts such as Kim are sought after, and why she says so many people can’t quite figure out what’s not quite right with their home. If you’re seeking better flow, you can seek out Kim on 0800 004 600.

House overdue for a renovation?

Relax and let Refresh manage the entire project for you, even if you live out of town.

Refresh is your local home renovation specialist – we’re locals who live in the area and can manage your project from start to finish. Refresh Renovations can renovate kitchens and bathrooms right through to complete home renovations.

Using our online customer portal you can track your project remotely including specifying products and seeing pictures and videos from site. Talk to us today.

Call Kim to get your project underway

0800 004 600 | www.refresh.co.nz KAT7013-v2

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