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THIS MONTH...

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Check out this month’s events

INTERVIEWS

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Out on the march!

Classic hits – ‘World’s fastest Aztec’

TRAVEL & LEISURE

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Quietly, quietly in Queenstown Let’s get quizzical

FOOD

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Seedlip lifts your spirits Bakery ‘elves’ whip up festive treats Cocktails so good The perfect beef cheek All’s Fare

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FASHION, BEAUT Y & HEALTH 31 32 33 34 35

Beauty Counter High rollers Take Piha to the beach Democracy summer 20 Call the experts

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ON THE COVER LOCAL ALLURE: Franklin local, Celeste Stark, came up trumps in the style stakes at the recent Franklin Auctions Counties Cup Day at Pukekohe Park when thousands turned out for the racing, the fashion and the socialising. A worthy winner of the ‘Local Lady’ category, Celeste was among the many who donned their glad rags, took a punt on their race favourite and downed a glass or two of bubbles to celebrate a win (or, perhaps, to drown their sorrows). But outcomes aside, it seemed winner and losers had a great day at the races.

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CHRISTMAS

EDITOR

BLESSINGS We’re almost on the eve of Christmas and I’m in fear and trembling every time I walk past a beauty counter looking for gifts.

You may ask, why? They answer is: I’m an absolute wood duck. And, the definition of a wood duck? In my case it’s, ‘a sitting target, a person who can be persuaded to buy almost anything given the right rationale!’

I cannot tell you how many beauty add-ons and ‘free’ gifts I have bought when intending to purchase one item. For example, I needed a foundation and came back with a bronzer, loose powder, highlighter, a brush and a sponge. I only use the foundation!

Initially, I used the sponge too but it quickly became foundation-infused and took some washing to clean, especially if not done after every use.

However, that’s just one of many shopping ventures which have gone awry – my Orogold red light apparatus was the result of seeking one tube of eye-tightening cream.

The difference? Too many dollars! Popping in for an eye shadow, I ended up with several extras to enhance my eyes – I am useless at applying them so quickly slipped back into my usual routine.

the year – I’m a real present person and love buying for the family – I don’t think I’ll ever stop picking up a package here, or a parcel there in the build up to this special day of giving and appreciation.

But, when funds are tight, there are inexpensive ways to give – three hours house cleaning for nana, gardening or lawn mowing for granddad, clean the car for mum and dad or bake a treat for a friend.

I appreciate such gifts, I’m sure others do, too!

So, I hope readers are looking forward to this festive season as much as I am, especially after the year that’s been.

Shop local if you can – our retailers and businesses need your support.. I especially thank those who have supported SOUTH, we wouldn’t be here without you.

And, with that, I’m off for another year.

Here’s hoping we soon see the back of Covid-19 as vaccines become available but, mostly, to you all, a blessed Christmas, be at peace with each other, and enjoy this season of goodwill. Finally, look forward to the promise of new beginnings as we enter January 2021 – grace and peace to you all.

Then, when it comes to skin care, I have oils, toners, eye and neck creams I seldom apply. This lazy editor tends to fall back on a good cleanser, day cream and night cream although, admittedly, some of those antiageing, wrinkle-reducing oils are now being employed. Do I look younger? Not sure.

Lack of willpower aside, I love this time of

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T H A T ’S

Entertainment!

Christmas at the Races December 16, 12-7pm, Pukekohe Park, 222/250 Manukau Road, Pukekohe In addition to racing, there will be plenty to keep all members of the family entertained during this trackside Christmas celebration. For details, visit www.pukekohepark.co.nz.

Happy New Year!

December 31 – January 1, from 9pm, Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club, 4 Victoria Ave, Waiuku Featuring Tom Sharplin and the Cadillacs, this New Year’s Eve event (which follows a black and white theme) will see guests party like it was 1969 as we move forward into 2021. Details via www. waiukucossie.co.nz.

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Christmas in the Square December 21, 10am-2pm, Pukekohe Town Square, King Street, Pukekohe Who needs parades when we can think outside the box by celebrating in the square? While Santa may be done and dusted with parades just a few days ahead of Christmas, we have it under good authority he’ll be keen to stop by this event. See www.pukekohe.org.nz or page 19 for more information.

DinoFest Auckland January 2-17, times vary, Auckland Botanic Gardens, Everglade Drive, The Gardens The New Year is all set to offer a different type of ‘roar’ deal than the last one at Auckland Botanic Gardens. Telling a story 70 million years in the making, this interactive event is ideal for little ones who are curious to know more about some of the biggest creatures that ever inhabited our world. See www.aucklandbotanicgardens.co.nz/whats-on for more information. www.southmagazine.co.nz

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Aucklanders from the South side have plenty of options when it comes to entertainment, whether in our region, nearby or online. SOUTH has prepared this quick guide of our picks of what’s to see and do this month.

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.

Tour De Ranges & Divide the Ranges January 9, start times vary, from 65 Monument Road, Clevedon Bowling Club, Clevedon Featuring races on road and off Tour De Ranges (road cycling) and Divide the Ranges (mountain biking) sees teams, individuals, beginners and serious competitors all take turns – and a lot of them! – as they take in the scenery of the Hunua Ranges and beyond. More information via tourderanges.co.nz.

Women’s Half Marathon January 17, from 7am, Villa Maria Estate Winery, 118 Montgomerie Rd, Mangere It’s almost time to exchange those boogie shoes for running shoes as we kick into gear going full steam ahead into the New Year. In addition to the 21km half marathon, this event also offers 5km and 10km run/walks, so it’s well suited to participants with varying levels of fitness. See www.womenshalfmarathon.co.nz for more information.

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Groove in the Grapes January 16, 12-8pm, Turanga Creek Organic Vineyard, 133 Whitford Park Rd, Whitford

Castrol Toyota Racing Series (rounds 1 & 2) Jan 22-24 & 28-30, Hampton Downs Motorsport Park, 20 Hampton Downs Rd, Te Kauwhata

Fancy grooving on a Saturday afternoon? You’re in ‘Luck’! Join a talented musical line-up (headlined by The Jordan Luck Band) for a whole lot of soul set amid the vines at Turanga Creek. More information via www. turangacreek.co.nz/groove-in-the-grapes.

Hampton Downs hosts rounds one (which doubles as the New Zealand Grand Prix) and two before the series heads to Manfeild for the final race in February. For full details regarding the full five round series, see toyota.co.nz.

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RACE DAY GLAMOUR From the ever popular Hill lawn area for families and laid-back punters to the 1920’s themed Daniel Le Brun Marquee and the premier Oaks Lounge or the Gordon’s Gin Party zone, Franklin Auctions Counties Cup Day 2020 offered every reason to enjoy the biggest day on Pukekohe Park’s horse racing calendar. With everything from picnics and barbecues to gazebos and cocktails, this was a day of glamour especially when it came to Fashions in the Field. Among the winners were (pictured opposite page) Fun and Flirtatious, Kirsten Morland (No. 4) Supreme winner Soraya Gurney with flowers and, Local Lady, Celeste Stark (No.9) but there were many more winners including on the track with In A Twinkling ridden by Opie Bosson taking out the Franklin Auctions Counties Cup.

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Quietly, QUIETLY IN QUEENSTOWN Kiwis, who might otherwise be touring abroad are, instead, seeing their own country – some venturing to parts for the first time.

However, HELEN PERRY recently returned to a region she tries to visit annually, never tiring of Queenstown’s beauty and buzz although this time it was a quiet break.

When Covid-19 saw New Zealand in lockdown early in the year, I kissed goodbye to our planed Queenstown break but did secure a travel voucher for down the track.

Husband and I redeemed that in November (2020). I couldn’t wait but our short sojourn didn’t go entirely to plan. For the first time I suffered a severe earache when flying and within hours of landing realised I had a sinus infection which laid me low for most of the three days.

Mindful of remaining socially distanced from others, man about the house and I took to walking the lakefront, sitting on the wharf and just wandering past shops but not shopping. In general, we just kicked back, relaxed, slept and did very little else.

However, not rushing around our usual haunts – dare I say, some of the region’s gorgeous vineyards – didn’t detract from this visit.

Our room at Rydges Hotel – a five minute walk into town – enjoyed beautiful lake views and an afternoon rest saw me sitting on the terrace reading and enjoying the outlook.

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In fact, we spent more time than usual in the hotel. Happy Hour in Red’s Bar was a pleasure because, here too, as in the dining room – Bazaar Interactive Market Place – the view was stunning. Frankly, given a book and a glass of vino, I could have stayed in house all day.

outside as late as 7ish – in fact, I’d packed for temperatures of around 16-18 degrees Celsius. The first day, a high of 23 hit us with a whammy but we survived (and relished) the warm, sunny weather with only an early shower or two which quickly cleared by late morning.

I also enjoyed the hotel’s breakfast – no buffet at this Covid level but I much preferred the menu options. We enjoyed our choices on both days and also appreciated the warm and welcoming service although I found the coffee somewhat bitter.

What did strike me on this visit was the number of hospitality venues begging for staff. We picked up a local magazine which had several pages of restaurants, bars and cafes seeking wait staff, chefs, baristas, bartenders and more.

We did choose to dine out in the evening – Finz on both nights, a hankering for fish being the big motivator.

We also discovered that there were still plenty of young people from around the world on work visas, trying to fill the gaps in this tourist centre where there were an array of visitors – mostly Kiwis, I guess.

On our first night we opted for panfried blue cod, served simply with a green salad and fries – good but it didn’t measure up to the following night when we ordered the whole baked southern sole with a lemon beurre blanc, fennel and citris salad – it was absolutely mouth-watering and a delicious change from the gurnard, snapper and tarakihi we often favour here in the north.

We spoke with one young waitress from Germany who had arrived almost on the eve of the first Covid19 lockdown. Fortunately she found work in a fruit packing shed and survived until the restaurants were up and running again. I admired her c’est la vie attitude tempered by a good work ethic.

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to lunch at the relatively new Hilton Hotel on the other side of the lake – we didn’t miss out on much. Ivy and Lola’s and neighbouring Pier both served good coffee, elegant wines and a range of appealing all-day dishes.

But, perhaps one of the surprises on this trip was discovering the relatively new Queenstown Central shopping centre.

On our final day, we ordered a taxi to take us the airport but

asked to be first dropped at the Remarkables shopping centre for an hour or two. Instead, our driver suggested visiting the new Queenstown Central also close to the airport. It was a treat.

We wandered the outdoor precinct, stopped for a smoothie and a casual bite at the novel Joe’s Garage – loved the industrial, garage style décor – and I couldn’t resist a pair of sandals at Shoes Unlimited which just said, ‘buy me’, so I did.

And, with that it was time to head home. While this trip didn’t turn out as planned (I missed my customary visit to Arrowtown, among other things), it did prove to be restful. It also demonstrated that a summer visit to Queenstown doesn’t have to be all about jet boats, bungy jumping, the Earnslaw, tandem parasailing, diving beneath the water in the Shark, or taking in the many other wonderful tourist attractions on offer.

Yes, normally we would have done

the Million Dollar Cruise (it’s a favourite of mine) and we would have wandered out to Gibbston Valley, we might have taken the bus to Wanaka, would surely have visited Amisfield Winery and possibly indulged in the thrill of a jet boat ride or a leisurely drive to Glenorchy for lunch.

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On the march!

There’s a group of women in Counties Manukau who love to march. Their sport is called leisure marching and it’s all to the beat of the fun drum. Never heard of it? You’re not alone but it’s bigger than you think with more than 100 teams around the country as JES MAGILL discovered. The Counties Manukau team, Major Effort, is seeking recruits so, if you’re over 45, have marched in the past or would love to give it a go, and you’re interesting in fun, fitness and friendship, this could be for you.

Some girls just want to have fun while other girls like to mix their fun with a little challenge and structure, adding in some sport and fitness, throwing in a healthy dose of friendship and enjoying the occasional trip away.

Sandra Travers is team manager of the Counties Manukau leisure marching team, Major Effort (formed in 1993) and Judy Lowe, from Papakura, is the team leader calling the shots on the field. They confirm there’s only one rule: “Routines can’t be longer than five minutes and then it’s all about fitness and fun. This isn’t a competitive sport.”

Born in Papatoetoe, Judy didn’t march as a girl because her family couldn’t afford it but, since joining Major Effort 18 years ago, she has loved everything it offers.

Having moved into Summerset Village Karaka in 2015, she says, sadly, residents often give up their outside interests.

“We often lose Marchers because they move into retirement homes but I still like my outside life. Sure, some of us have a few aches and pains but that’s just a part of life.

What’s more, the marching keeps me moving!”

Sandra is a ‘re-marcher. In 2011 she again picked up the sport loved as a teenager.

“Leisure marching is ideal for us more ‘mature’ women. It’s physical but not exhausting and when we do a good march we feel so good.

Women in their 80s are still doing it and it’s good for the brain. A fiveminute routine may sound short but

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you need to be fit and timing as a team needs to be spot on.”

While the women are passionate about the sport, Major Effort is down to six members so they’re reaching out to ex-marchers to come back to the sport and to women who are game to try something new.

Practice is held every Saturday morning at the Homai Park & Ride Carpark (Manurewa) from 9am to 10am and then it’s over the road for a coffee, chat and debrief.

“Nothing too serious,” says Judy.

“We call ourselves a work in progress.”

If leisure marching sounds appealing but the thought of short pleated skirts makes you nervous,

fear not, these marchers agree that most women of their age don’t like short skirts.

“We feel really comfortable and look smart in our tailored track suits. When we’re marching the chevron design on our jackets has sharp visual impact and the effect of seeing an entire stadium filled with marchers with similar designs is stunning.”

Friendship and camaraderie are pivotal to leisure marching, offering opportunities to travel around the country five to six times a year and meet up with other women who have like-minds and interests.

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Peters, These girls were made for marching …… Lois bers mem team r Othe – Lowe Sandra Travers, Judy Jennings. rley Beve and t, Moffa elle Gabri , Dean Kerry

Nationals, often attracting up to 800 women, are held in the North and South Islands on alternate years with the main social event being a themed night that’s eagerly anticipated after a day’s physical activity.

Next year’s Nationals will be held in Palmerston North then in 2022 it’s Invercargill’s turn.

“The atmosphere at these events is fantastic. Every team in the bleachers applauds the performing teams and if there are missteps, there’s no judgement, only support and encouragement to ‘give it another try’,” says Sandra. “It’s a shame that young girls aren’t taking up marching these days like they used to.”

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jazzercise lured away a lot of marchers while the more glamorous, high-profile cheer leading opportunities has also enticed the younger girls away from the marching fields.

So, while marching might not be the thing for young girls today, keen, committed leisure marchers are more than making up for it.

What they might lack in the youth stakes, their spirit and desire for fun is more than compensating.

Therefore, if you thought marching had headed off down the road years ago, it’s time for a rethink.

Leisure marching is very much alive welcomes recruits. If you’d like to find out more call the team coach, Lois Peters on 027 243 8044 or email loisandian@hotmail. com; www.leisuremarching.org.nz

Competitive marching for women started in workplaces in New Zealand during the 1920s as a fun activity which increased fitness levels too. Inspired by military-style marching and supported and encouraged by the Government, factory and office workers would meet at lunchtimes and step it out across car parks and similar locations.

During the Second World War, marching also became an act of solidarity with the menfolk who were overseas fighting for the country and when soldiers returned home following the war, ex-Army officers became involved with the sport and helped raised standards.

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COMPETITIVE MARCHING IN NZ – A BRIEF HISTORY

New Zealand history has it that competitive marching was invented here but drill down a little and, in another possible repeat of Pavlova Gate, it appears Aussies want to claim marching as their own, too. But Kiwi marchers aren’t having a bar of it and staunch supporters say marching in Aotearoa is as Kiwi as L&P.

LEISURE MARCHING TODAY There are more than 100 leisure marching teams across the country and 1000 plus marchers. As an offshoot of competitive marching, leisure marching has some notable differences. Established in Tauranga in 1992 by former competitive marchers for women over 45, it is non-competitive and teams create their own routines.

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Embracing her role as a Year 4 classroom teacher at ACG Strathallan, this busy educator also teaches Year 6 Science and takes Year 4 to 6 classes in Health and PE – a job which she adores. Then, when the school day ends, she dons her gi (the traditional uniform) and transforms into a Karate Master.

coach have also seen her students achieve incredible results. And, the South African native and adopted Kiwi, is as excited about their success as she is about her own.

At present, Penny has 15 students in the Senior School who have received their black belts under her coaching; three have been awarded their ni dan (second black belt).

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Whether they are simply training for wellbeing and fitness or they have more serious aspirations in mind, she is always keen to share her expertise and experience with eager practitioners.

Plus, several of her past and present students have won multiple national titles and medalled at world competitions.

And if that wasn’t enough, students’ families are welcome to attend her weekly extracurricular lessons, and several ACG Strathallan parents have gained their black belts too.

Penny is constantly delighted by the enthusiasm and commitment she sees from her karate students as she helps them to discover the

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techniques, rituals, attitudes, and discipline of the sport.

So, what advice does this worldclass mentor pass on to inspire her students?

“With commitment, patience, and strong principles, you will achieve whatever you set your mind to. The journey will challenge you, and through this, you will grow physically, mentally and within yourself.”

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BOOKS KIDS WILL LOVE SEEING IN THEIR

stockings CHRISTMAS IN SUMMER A sing-along story set ‘down under’, this seasonal romp reveals why Santa has every reason to be jolly as the grand old man has fun at the beach, surfing and barbecuing. Written by well-known children’s presenter, Suzy Cato, this book is accompanied by a downloadable song and video, making for a well-rounded (much like Santa himself!) Christmas present.

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SLINKY MALINKI’S CHRISTMAS 1,2,3 Slinky Malinki is playing tricks once again, this time by ‘procuring’ Christmas decorations. Designed to help encourage little ones (aged 0-2 years) to learn to count, this board book sees Lynley Dodd’s infamous, yet iconic cat at his mischievous best.

Lynley Dodd: Slinky Malinki’s Christmas 1,2,3 | RRP $19.99 | Puffin MR

THE THREE WISHES – A CHRISTMAS STORY Who would know better about the origins of Father Christmas than a man named ‘Snow’? While we all know that Santa travels the world delivering presents to good boys and girls, where did this magical man come from? A festive treat, this book (by Alan Snow) explores the myths and traditions surrounding Santa and tells us how a young boy would grow up to become the man and the myth we know and love.

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EVENT NOT BE MISSED!

CINhTrHiEsStQmUAaREs It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…especially with the Pukekohe Business Association all set to bring yuletide festivities into the heart of the town.

Yes, Christmas in the Square will be all go on Monday, December 21, 10am-2pm, when Santa makes his presence felt to hear those special requests and for photo time. Bring the little ones – seniors too if they’re game – for a memorable 2020 photo; after all it’s been a memorable year!

Other fun activities include face painting, rides and a craft station as well as gift wrapping and – joy to the world – Christmas carols of every kind! Here’s hoping locals are into the rhythm of the season!

“That local support has cheered everyone and while we look ahead to the New Year and a brighter 2021, now is the season for peace and goodwill; a time to relax and enjoy the festivities of the moment and the summer ahead We’d love to see you all at Christmas in the Square so, come and be part of this free event.

“We don’t expect Covid-19 to pull any more tricks, and we hope the weather doesn’t either, but if it does our rain date is Tuesday, December 22.”

PBA manager, Kendyl Sullivan acknowledges it’s been a tough year for everyone but says local businesses have greatly appreciated the call to, ‘Support Local’.

For more visit www.pukekohe.org. nz or stay up to date on events via the PBA’s Facebook page.

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WEIGHT LOSS TIPS

GETTING GARFIELD HIS SUMMER BOD!

Meeting your boyfriend or girlfriend’s parents, siblings and extended family for the first time can be daunting at any time but, if you’re making your debut at Christmas lunch or dinner, it can be thoroughly nerve-wracking – talk about laying on the pressure!

Thankfully, there are ways to ensure your first meeting with your significant other’s family is a success, including at this special family time of year.

For example: DO YOUR RESEARCH – Ask your boyfriend/girlfriend about the people you’re going to meet before you meet them. Try to memorise a few details about each individual. The idea is to use what you learn to start conversations and make people feel comfortable around you.

BE OPEN – Every household celebrates Christmas a little bit differently. Be sure to participate in your partner’s family traditions even if unfamiliar to you and don’t be afraid to share your own family’s quirky traditions. If your family always eats strawberry pavlova for dessert at Christmas, bring one along for the table.

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okay, thanks”. Instead, offer to do something specific such as walking the dog during the busy prep time, setting the table or keeping youngsters occupied with a game. After the eating is done, help clear the table and if there’s no dishwasher, grab a tea-towel, too.

DON’T ARRIVE EMPTY HANDED – It’s unlikely you’ll be expected to bring gifts for everyone but it’s always nice to offer a little something to your significant other’s parents and to whoever is hosting the occasion.

GET OUT THERE – Don’t spend the whole time stuck to your partner’s side. It’s best if you get to know people on your own. This will take the pressure off your partner and will allow the family to get to know you outside of being the boyfriend or girlfriend.

SHOW YOUR APPRECIATION – when its’ time to leave, remember to thank your hosts and say how much you have enjoyed the day and meeting the family – a warm thank-you is always appreciated.

Obesity in animals can have serious health consequences and even losing 10% of weight in overweight animals has been shown to have health benefits.

As with people, it is easier to put on the weight than take it off so here are some tips to help you on the way.

Feed a weight loss specific diet.

Just reducing the amount of your normal food can increase begging behaviour, which can be easy to give in to and can also mean your pet may become deficient in some trace nutrients.

consider hydrotherapy for both dogs and cats; being non weight bearing is easier for obese or arthritic animals.

Make the animal work for its food. For cats especially, this mimics their natural hunting for food behaviour. Puzzle balls and other food-dispensing toys mean they must move a toy around to get at their food. Even a small plastic bottle, with a hole cut in the side so that biscuits can fall out now and then, can work.

Weigh the food. This is a lot more accurate than measuring by volume alone.

Slow eating down with puzzle bowls. These stop gulping which can mean getting fuller faster. For cats, homemade options include egg cartons or muffin trays with a little bit of food in each section.

For dogs, if the bowl has a big rim try turning it over and placing the kibble in the rim of the bowl.

Exercise. With dogs this is a lot easier but can be achieved in cats, too. Hide the cat’s food around the house so they have to walk around to find it. Have play sessions with balls or wand toys.

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Frequent weigh-ins are important. Safe weight loss for a dog is 1-2% body weight per week; for cats 0.5-1%. Faster weight loss can be dangerous, especially in obese cats as this can cause liver failure.

Transition food slowly over 1-2 weeks to increase uptake.

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CLASSIC HITS –

‘world’s fastest Aztec’ You have to love a classic – whether the term refers to a car, its driver or both.

Recently, JON RAWLINSON met a local racing classic who’s still Running strong.

In motorsport experience is a useful attribute, veteran racing driver Dennis Running contends.

However, it’s rarely a substitute for strength and stamina, traits more commonly exhibited by the young.

“You can only turn the wheel so many times,” he smiles.

“Experience does count, though – mainly because you come to know your car better, its characteristics. In situations where older drivers may be more levelled headed, I’ve watched a lot of young guys crash!”

Aged 69, Dennis has been racing and restoring cars for decades.

Perhaps the brightest star in his collection of classic racing cars is a veteran in its own right, a 1979 Mazda RX8, formerly owned by motorsport notable, Kieran Wills, and emblazoned with Aztec corn chips livery.

“Kieran sponsored many events in motorsport, and he owned a number of businesses including Aztec corn chips, so he even used to sponsor himself,” Dennis says.

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“When I bought [the RX8] from him, I couldn’t afford the motor – I built a new one for it – but everything else was in pretty good shape.”

Also known for his involvement in racing Aussie V8 Supercars, Minis, touring cars and more, Kieran secured a spot in the record books with the Aztec RX8 by breaking the New Zealand land speed record in 1991, clocking just under 300kph. As Dennis can attest, there’s still plenty of life in the old girl.

“It can complete a lap around

Pukekohe Park in under a minute – a V8 supercar would do well to match that – and down the back straight, it’d do about 165kph, so she’s still pretty quick!”

Although Dennis moved to Cambridge a few years ago, this long-time Franklin local and experienced mechanic has operated Drury-based, Diff Specs since purchasing the business (then located in East Tamaki) more than 40 years ago. And, the Aztec car itself has local roots too; it was built for the track by Tony Marsh and www.southmagazine.co.nz

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WINNING (AND WHINNYING) RUNNINGS...

The Running family has never been short on horsepower; Dennis Running first honed his mechanical skills while ‘learning the ropes’ in rural East Tamaki.

Most recently, Dennis plans to put this famous car through its paces at events – including at Pukekohe Park and Hampton Downs – throughout the summer. However, his highlight in racing was achieved in another of his many classics, a Chevy Corvette C6.

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here, at home and at my son’s place.

Quite a few are from the 1960s, and they’re not just race cars – I have street cars, motorbikes and even a boat. Overall, I spend more time working on them than driving them!”

Dayne Running (Dennis’ son) also races a Corvette C6; whether youth or experience triumphs when the two go wheel to wheel at upcoming events remains to be seen, however.

“Ask me afterwards,” Dennis laughs.

“We’ve both won our share of races but Dayne’s always tough to beat.”

“Harness racing was part of my life growing up but I haven’t been involved with the sport for around 25 years or so,” he says.

“My father [Eric] had a farm and a trotting track. Along with my brothers – Bruce was a [harness racing] driver while Gary was into speedway and I helped with his cars – we all used to get stuck in to keep everything going, from the sulky to the old car with the float on the back.”

The family raced both pacers and trotters, perhaps the most successful of which was Easton Light, a trotter which Bruce drove to all but 3 of his 36 wins.

“I think the principles of driving are more or less the same,” Dennis adds. “In both motorsport and harness racing you have to make snappy decisions and making the wrong decisions can be costly.”

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Take your best shot – PHOTOGRAPH NATURE AT ITS BEST! Creative photographers are known for breaking boundaries and exploring different medium, the kind of qualities needed to showcase our natural world and to promote the conservation message.

Now, keen shutterbugs have a chance to do just that by entering the Friends of the Auckland Botanic Gardens 2021 Photographic Competition, which offers a myriad of subjects within the gardens to test their skills.

Entry is free and monetary prizes include: First in each category, $200; second in each category $100. The Rod Bieleski Cup will be awarded to the Best Adult Photograph overall and a trophy will be awarded to the Best Youth entry. The photograph which wins People’s Choice will receive $50.

Each entrant is permitted to enter two images in total in one or more of the four categories. Entries cover: adults (18 and over) and children (17 and under) and are now open, closing on February 21, 2021.

Judging will start the following day and an exhibition of entries will feature at the gardens from March 13/14 to March 27/28.

A workshop on February 13, 2021 also offers an opportunity for photographers to work with members of the Manukau Photographic Society to improve their chosen image.

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COMPETITION CATEGORIES ARE: • Gardenscape – capture your favourite part of the Auckland Botanic Gardens • Creative angles – choose a feature or element of the gardens such as sculptures, fixtures or the flowers/plants themselves.

Play with light/shadow or take key elements of design using creative angles • Friends of Flowers – focusing on individual flowers and plants and could include insects/butterflies, birds, or people who nurture them; it’s your interpretation.

• Youth – Through the Eyes of a Child – this in an open category for all children and youth to show what they see in the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Entry forms are available from Huakaiwaka/Visitors Centre at the Auckland Botanic Gardens or via: www.aucklandbotanicgardens.co.nz/whats-on/events/2020friends-photographic-competition

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Available in three varieties – Garden 108, Spice 94 and Grove 42 – Seedlip has zero calories, is sugarfree, sweetener-free and artificial flavour-free. What’s more it’s perfect for making mocktails which taste divine. In particular, Merry Cherry is a cheery Christmas treat!

dlip Spice 94 is The combination of cherry, coffee & See options for this sure to put you in a festive mood. Two the bases. 1. Drink caffeinated spice cocktail to cover all ioned style the Merry Cherry as an evening Old Fash a Turbo. as drink, or 2, in the morning with tonic • 60 ml Seedlip Spice 94 • 15 ml Six Barrel Cherry & Pomegranate Syrup • Harpoon Cold Brew Ice Cube • East Imperial Burma Tonic (optional) for Turbo option • Garnish: Orange zest and a cherry on top In advance – freeze the Cold Brew Coffee. We love a large ice ball or cube but a normal ice tray will

work just fine. Add Seedlip Spice & Six Barrel Syrup into a glass and stir.

Gently lower cold brew coffee ice cube into the glass. Swirl and garnish with a cherry or two.

Option 2: Top with tonic if you want a breakfast style turbo cocktail.

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FESTIVE TREATS We all know jingle bells ring out at this time of the year but sweet-toothed foodies should also tune into Bluebells (Cakery) for must-have festive gifts and catering.

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With Christmas nigh, this year’s novel range includes more than 20 new sweet and savoury treats, to help with yuletide gifting or entertaining. Included are favourites such as themed cupcakes, Christmas cookies, Bluebells’ take on the classic rocky road and, of course, the wonderful Rudolph cake, loved by young and old.

Check out decadent themed macaron gift boxes, too. Whether you like a hearty fruit cake or a hint of salted caramel, Bluebells festive collection will boost your spirits. What’s more, in addition to the Kingsland store, Bluebells Cakery has now opened in Auckland’s Commercial Bay precinct. For more visit www.bluebellscakery.com

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Capable cooks are well used to working with all types of ingredients but, when it comes to making the most of meat, butchers are often a cut above. One of New Zealand’s top butchers (a member of the Sharp Blacks’ competitive butchery team, James Smith – aka the Tattooed Butcher) has served up a classic with this on-point recipe for making the perfect beef cheeks.

Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives, these inexpensive, no-fuss mixers are fun and are made in two easy steps. You can add alcohol or enjoy them just as they are!

New Zealand-made, these delicious mixers are available at Countdown, New World or Pak‘nSave supermarkets and liquor stores. But to steer you in the right direction take a look at the following recipe.

EASY MARGARITA Margarita cocktails usually consist of tequila plus orange and lime juice often served shaken with ice (on the rocks), blended with ice (frozen margarita), or without ice (straight up).

The Good Cocktail Co Margarita Cocktail Mixer is crafted with real lime juice, orange juice plus natural botanical extract of hibiscus flowers. It’s all natural, vegan and gluten-free and is best served with tequila although you can enjoy this mixer just as it is.

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• 2 beef cheeks (roughly 1kg) • 800 mls beef stock • 1 tsp onion powder • Small handful fresh rosemary

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped • Culley’s Charcoal Rub (or similar)

Trim silver skin off the beef cheeks. Rub cheeks in the Culley’s Charcoal Rub until it is fully covered. Preheat oven to 150 degrees C. Cook beef in a dish for one and a half hours.

Remove from oven. Mix the beef stock, onion powder, rosemary and garlic together, pour into the dish, cover with tin foil and cook for a further three hours.

Remove from oven and rest for 30 minutes before removing tin foil. Slice and serve your amazingly tasty beef cheek! Serves 3-4

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G&Ts might not be exactly what the doctor would order – at least not on duty! – but they’re a perfect compliment during downtime over summer. Bombay Sapphire Gin & Tonic gives us the chance to drink in the flavours of a perfectly balanced G&T without having to mix them ourselves. This gem of a gin is available in four-packs of 275ml bottles (RRP $17.99) from liquor stores.

DRINK HAPPY, DON’T WORRY? If you feel like a room without a roof or have sunshine in a bag you might be happy or it could just be the drink talking. However, as Coromandel’s Drink Happy range is non-alcoholic, the ‘high spirits’ it may evoke are natural in nature.

Drink Happy boxes (RRP from $49) can be ordered via www. getdrinkhappy.com for delivery direct to our doors – in some cases (one may guess) by shiny, happy people!

CADBURY GOES BANANAS!

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Another chip off the old block, Cadbury’s latest creation sees the flavours from another Kiwi favourite (Perky Nana chocolate bars) wrapped up in creamy Dairy Milk chocolate.

With chewy banana flavoured marshmallow pieces encased in chocolate, this tempting treat (RRP $3.60 per bar, available from supermarkets for a limited time only) really is something to go ape about.

VENISON – GOOD AS SILVER Dishes that are dear to our hearts (and stomachs) need not be dear when it comes to purchasing their star ingredients, even if those ingredients actually came from deer in the first place. Confused? After tasting Silver Fern Farms’ Venison Cutlets (RRP $21.99) and Venison Minutes Steaks (RRP $15.99) you needn’t be! Available from supermarkets nationwide, these latest additions are sure to sit at the top of many a table... even at Christmas! www.southmagazine.co.nz

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‘TWISTING’ BY THE POOL Sating that summer thirst, LF Seltzer now comes with added zest. In addition to the effervescence of seltzer, these drinks come with a twist of wine. With three varieties from which to choose (Yuzu, Mint & Cucumber with Sauvignon Blanc, Pear & Ginger with Pinot Gris and Strawberry & Hibiscus with Rosé), this range (4.8% alc/vol) is available in recyclable packaging (RRP of $15.99 per four-pack of 250ml cans) from liquor outlets.

POT TERS’ GOOD ‘TURN’...

What do you get when you mix a couple of Potters with a secret family recipe? Top chocs! When one of these enterprising brothers from Levin stopped by our offices, we couldn’t help but treat ourselves to their sumptuous wares. Including Red Liquorice, Jellies ‘n’ Cream, Coconut Rough, Chewy Caramel in Milk Chocolate (the latest addition), and more, these premium chocolates ($4.50 per bag) are available via www.potterbrothers.co.nz/product-category/ chocolate, or from selected Fruit World outlets (including Howick and Dannemora) and most Bin Inn stores.

Snacks high in fat and sugar have been given the the old heave ho by many families but new Healtheries Twirls family bags, with 50% less fat than regular potato chips, are a goodie for school or work lunches. These delicious, crunchy, flavour-packed snacks, made with vegetable powders such carrot, tomato and pumpkin, come in two great flavours – Chicken and Salt & Vinegar. Oven baked, they don’t contain artificial colours, are low in sugar, vegan-friendly, and are seasoned with all-natural flavours.

Sugar can be extremely hard to avoid in pre-packaged snack foods but with their low sugar content, Twirls provide an alternative to many sweetened snack foods. Healtheries Twirls (RRP $3.50 per family bag) are available at Countdown supermarkets.

Potters’ Hokey Pokey in milk chocolate.

BOX OF BAKING GOODNESS Bake mix pros, Hill St have done it again with four new healthy baking kits adding to the six already on the market. Hill St’s new bases are a deliciously easy way to make all kinds of treats with each mix being the base for three or more different recipes. Proudly New Zealand-made, try these four new mixes (RRP $6.99 each) – Chunk (cookies, biscotti, slices and skillet cookies); Chocolate (for cake, brownie and mug cakes); Dough (scones, flatbread, no-knead bread) and Vanilla (cupcakes, cake, loaves). Catering to both novice and time-poor baking experts, just add a couple of wet ingredients to the mix for perfection every time. The majority are dairy-free and all veganfriendly. They can be found at New World, Pak‘nSave and other retailers nationwide. www.southmagazine.co.nz

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Franklins Restaurant management has now been brought in-house due to the events of Covid 19 and subsequent lockdowns and differing levels of restrictions. Our new Head Chef is Jason Tough and he has brought some old favourites to add to the menu. Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips, Gourmet Burgers plus salads and pasta’s etc. Sunday sees the return of the carvery for dinner again, but at present it is being plated and delivered to your table. Bookings are essential at all times.

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Beauty COUNTER NOVEL ADVENT CALENDAR ‘HAIR’ TODAY From keas to pohutakawas, sheep and jandals, the Mita™ Christmas Collection celebrates all things Kiwi and summer in a red and green ode to Christmas. Having just released its 2020 Advent Calendar filled with gifts to keep and wear over and over again, Mita unveils a new hair accessory each morning leading up to Christmas Day. Treats include hair elastics, kink free spirals, clips and plenty of sparkle – perfect for little girls and big girls, too! Better still, the packaging can be re-used to store knick-knacks, hair pins or Mita hair accessories, turn it into a sewing kit organiser or an arts and crafts tray, a jewellery organiser or a children’s paint tray – it’s sure to come in handy!

Mita Hair Accessories 550 piece Advent Calendar 2020 (RRP $19.99) available from Unichem, Life and pharmacies nationwide.

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HIGH ROLLERS! While some readers are literally in the swim now that the warmer weather has arrived, others are making waves with LEO+BE’s newest 20/21 collection, High Tide.

Rolling in with a soft and sweet palette and a heady dose of retro prints, this footloose and fancy-free edit will have wardrobes summer-ready in seconds. From an effortless wide leg pant to playsuits and flouncy frock hems, there’s a silhouette to suit every shape.

For a look that flits from brunch to barbecue and tackles heat-wave style woes in its path, the Flux dress (left) is the ultimate easy-wearing solution. Or, when the occasion calls to dial things up a notch, the Rip dress (right) is all about fit, flair and a stand out print.

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“In particular, we have gift vouchers to suit various budgets which will make Christmas giving easy – most people love some extra pampering so, whether it’s a personal treat or for loved one, there are plenty of options.”

Having purchased Body Liqueur six months ago, Christine’s enthusiasm and commitment resonates with clients and there is an air of positive change within the business. “I’d been a Body Liqueur customer for several years, having my nails done regularly at the former Devon Lane site,” Christine says. “Last year, when former owner James Turner took on another business, I asked him if he’d sell to me; he did!”

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To this end, Christine has employed two skilled and experienced beauty therapists, who expertly deliver a range of services including those for brows and lashes, nails, waxing, makeup and spray tans as well as specific skin treatments including chemical peels, microdermabrasion, collagen induction therapy and more.

In addition, a cosmetic medicine nurse from Renew Appearance Medicine is on site once a month to fulfil appointments with clients keen to make their faces appear youthful by enhancing natural beauty with appearance medicine.

“We provide full and professional services in a bright, comfortable environment,” says Christine who plans to take over the receptionist’s role after the Christmas break.

After riding the Covid-19 wave, changeover finally took place mid-year then it was all go for Christine who decided that a fresh start also required fresh premises.

“As a Pukekohe local, I wanted to stay in the township. When I spotted an available site on the corner of Roulston and Devon Lane it seemed ideal – ample parking, pretty outlook and handy to shops and cafes – perfect!”

Though she hasn’t trained in beauty therapy, she loves seeing the results achieved by her wonderful team. “I am very proud of the team and I look forward to working with them more closely in the New Year and to also knowing our clients better. So look out for our regular specials and don’t forget those Christmas gift vouchers!”

But most importantly, with its wide range of skin care and beauty treatments, Body Liqueur is about more than superficial change. Christine believes that while the industry aims to help

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If you’re just treading water when it comes to an effective exercise routine then it’s time for those with a family pool to turn it into a backyard gym.

Summer is the ideal time to challenge oneself to a strengthtraining workout that’s both refreshing and easy on the joints.

your legs so that your core moves in the shape of a V. Keep your legs outstretched and stuck together at all times.

Try this range of excellent exercises which make use of water resistance for more-thansatisfying results.

• The march: Simply walk around your pool, changing direction after every turn to increase the water resistance.

• The scissors: With your back to the wall, hold on to the edge of the pool with your forearms. Move your legs in a crisscross pattern, alternating the leg that crosses on top.

• The “V”: Assume the same position as the previous exercise, then lift and lower

• The jumping jack: Jump out by spreading your legs apart and lifting your arms above your head, then jump back in by bringing your feet together and lowering your arms to your sides.

• The karate kick: Lift one knee to form a 90-degree

angle with your body, then extend your leg while simultaneously punching with the opposite arm.

• The eagle: While keeping your arms stretched out at shoulder height, squeeze your shoulder blades together to push the water back behind you. Bring your arms back to starting position and repeat.

• The flutter: Facing the edge of the pool and keeping your back straight, lift one leg (without bending it) as far back as possible. Bring it back to starting position and alternate.

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Primarily linked to poor posture — in this case, keeping the head tilted forward for extended periods of time — this chronic condition is often experienced by avid smartphone users.

Symptoms may include headaches, neck stiffness, wrist and shoulder pain, and inflammation in the joints of the hands.

In the long run, the natural curvature of your neck could shift, potentially triggering early-onset osteoarthritis.

Therefore, it’s important to take regular breaks from your mobile device or tablet and pay special

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Health-care professionals have recommended:

Bending your head forward just one inch more than normal adds 4.5 kilos of pressure on your spinal cord. Inclining it by 60 degrees adds 27 kilos!

• Avoid keeping your head down for prolonged periods.

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OUT OF EUROPE

BESIDE THE SEASIDE: If you do like to be beside the seaside, or poolside at least, during summer, London-based designer, Timothy Oulton, is ready to prove why Britannia still rules the ‘waves’.

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Appearing to be more modern and light than many of his other furniture designs, Tim’s Coastal ranges also seems to connect modern living with England’s culture and history.

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fabrics and soft leather, pieces in this range are intended to reflect a serene, laid-back experience of holiday living.

Featuring furniture suited for use indoors or out, the Coastal range is sure to appeal to inhabitants of our islands too.

Timothy Oulton furniture can be ordered direct – contact via timothyoulton.com.

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Red mistletoe (Peraxilla tetrapetala).

A KISS FOR CHRISTMAS THANKS MIS! ‘Christmas time, mistletoe and wine’... while readers might appreciate the message, they would probably need a few bottles of the latter to put up with Cliff Richard’s often-played Christmas single!

On the other hand, here’s a Christmas album that does not include tracks of the musical kind. Viscum album, or European mistletoe, has helped ‘merrymakers’ date Mary (or Donna, Daisy or Susan for that matter) for centuries. Many a wandering heart has received a kiss under decorative mistletoe, a customary, if prickly tradition at Christmas.

European mistletoe can be identified by its pairs of oval, smooth-edged green leaves, clusters of berries and woody stems. Other varieties, including Eastern and North American mistletoe, are also used as decorations during the festive season.

An aerial parasite, mistletoe is a gold-digger of the forest, attaching itself to trees in order to grow. It can be transferred from one tree to another through bird excrement and is thought to derive its name (mistiltan in old English) from the German for dung (mist), and branch (tang).

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Greeks and Romans, as well as Britons, associated mistletoe with fertility and, according to folk law, it was even considered to be an aphrodisiac. However, best not to try – all parts of the mistletoe are poisonous. Although it could make you ill it is doubtful it would actually cause death Furthermore, traditionally, should a woman, standing beneath the mistletoe at Christmas, refuse a kiss, she should not expect to marry the following year. This is but one of a number of stories regarding mistletoe and the origin of this lip-smacking tradition.

In Norse mythology, for example, the tale goes a little like this: Balder (the sun god) was considered immortal as he could not be harmed by anything on, or under, the earth. However, his enemy Loki (the trickster god) had a cunning plan...he made an arrow using mistletoe, which grows on trees, not on the earth, and duped Hoder (the god of winter) into shooting it at, and killing, poor Balder.

Balder’s mother, Frigga (the goddess of love, marriage and beauty) restored her son to life.

Her tears became the pearly-white berries found on mistletoe and in her joy, Frigga kissed all who passed beneath from that day on.

PROTECTING NATIVE MISTLETOE Many people mistakenly think of mistletoe as a northern hemisphere plant, associating it with a white Christmas and its accompanying ‘kiss under the mistletoe’ tradition.

However, New Zealand has nine native mistletoe species.

Three are found mainly in beech forest: • Red mistletoe (Peraxilla tetrapetala) • Scarlet mistletoe (P. colensoi), • Yellow mistletoe (Alepis flavida).

Five species are in lowland forest and scrub: • Small-flowered mistletoe (Ileostylus micranthus), • White white mistletoe (Tupeia antarctica) • Three dwarf or leafless mistletoes (Korthalsella salicornioides, K.lindsayi and K. clavata) • One species (Trilepedia adamsii or Adams’s mistletoe) is presumed extinct as it was last seen in 1954.

It seems native mistletoe populations have declined over the past century mostly due to possums, vegetation clearance, and the decline in native bird species which act as pollinators and seeddispersers. Rats are also suspected of eating mistletoe, and insects damage them.

However, many organisations are working to prevent extinction of the species here including the Department of Conservation which has carried out surveys to learn more about where mistletoes grow and the number of plants out there.

Host trees supporting red, scarlet and white mistletoes

have been banded to protect them from browsing possums.

Possum control is carried out to allow the mistletoes to flower and fruit while some key mistletoe sites have physical and legal protection.

Unlike many overseas mistletoe species, New Zealand mistletoes are very slow growing and, therefore, do not generally harm their hosts. Because they are so slow growing, they are vulnerable to herbivore browsing and other physical damage in their early years, but should a plant survive this period it could live for decades.

DOC has also experimented with trans-locating mistletoes to new sites. This has involved ‘planting’ mistletoe seed on potential hosts which has been successful with red mistletoe and small-flowered mistletoe.

Should readers discover mistletoe on their property ways they can help ensure their survival include: • Be careful not to disturb mistletoes, their host trees or habitats when clearing or trimming vegetation.

• Wrap aluminium bands around host tree trunks to prevent possum browse (not too tight as that will strangle the tree).

• Control possums, rats, and mustelids. This helps native bird populations which are crucial in dispersing mistletoe seed.

• Don’t pick mistletoes.

Some species of mistletoe can be purchased through garden centres and nurseries.

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NEW YEAR PROJECT PLANNING Smith & Sons Pukekohe owners, Lane and Melissa van den Brink talk about the importance of project planning.

TAKE YOUR SEATS, PLEASE!

One of my favourite months of the year is December. I love how busy it is, the fact that it’s the start of summer and, most of all, that it’s Christmas time.

When hosting a big family function such as a gathering of the clan prior to Christmas or dinner on the big day itself, etiquette experts suggest making a seating chart to help determine where your guests should sit and which may help avoid awkward pairings.

December is also a great month for reflecting on the year that has been and to plan for the one that is coming up.

Here are some tips to keep in mind as you plan who to sit where: • Seat the cook closest to the kitchen: if you’re doing the majority of the cooking, put yourself in the seat closest to the kitchen so you can go back and forth easily.

• Separate long-time couples.

In fact, it’s a good idea to mix and match guests in general which means everyone can talk to new people.

• Seat troublemakers near the host. If you have a relative who tends to drink too much or enjoys bringing up controversial subjects, seat them near you so you can keep them in line.

• Keep children together – consider giving children their own table so they can talk among themselves and get up to play when they’re done eating.

• Seat extroverts and introverts beside each other: it’s a good idea to put quiet guests next to talkative ones to limit awkward silences and make introverts feel more at ease.

• Consider guests with disabilities. Assign guests with physical disabilities a place that’s easy for them to access. Seat hard-of-hearing guests near the end of the table where it’ll be quieter and easier for them to focus on nearby conversations.

• Separate people who don’t get along: if you have relatives who can’t be civil to each other or who have radically opposing political beliefs, seat them at opposite ends of the table.

Almost all families comprise a dynamic mix of personalities.

Thankfully, a seating plan will help ensure a harmonious holiday dinner where conversations keep rolling and conflict is kept at bay.

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For us that means we’re finishing as many of our projects as we can so that our clients can enjoy spending the festive season in their new spaces rather than on a construction site.

We do this every year and often talk about how the process is just like renovating, planning being a very important step before any makeover.

Before starting you need to reflect on your home and what isn’t working for you and then you need to plan. Outline what you are trying to achieve and how you want to live in your ‘revised’ home, plan the budget, and then plan the timing.

One of the things we have found this year is that planning the timing of a project is really important. With everything that

has happened in the world this year causing supply issues for most products, we have had to try to schedule around these delays.

Having a plan, and talking with potential clients early in the process, is key to managing any unexpected hold up in goods.

So, if renovation is part of your New Year plan, have a think about the jobs you want to complete before Christmas next year and talk to your builders now.

Even though your project might not start right now, we can help with the planning and ensure it comes to fruition.

If you have a renovation or extension, which needs plans drawn, allowing plenty of time prior to your deadline is important. It takes time to get the drawings done correctly and for them to pass through council.

However, with wise planning, it will happen in a timely manner.

Call us if you need help planning and carrying out your project vision – in the meantime, we wish readers a fantastic festive season enjoying time with family and friends. See you in the New Year.

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IT IS NEVER TO L ATE TO... PART 2 MANAGING MONEY Christmas and the holiday season generally herald more spending than usual – the trick is not to let your finances get out of hand.

However, if the difficulties of this past year have put a financial strain on the bank balance stop spending now so it doesn’t spiral out of control.

If credit cards are already maxed out, ask the bank for an easy repayment loan to cover all cards, then either put them out of reach or cut them up until your loan is repaid.

In particular, courting couples who have been living apart, but are contemplating setting up house together, will need to ensure they are on the same wave length when it comes to their finances. Ideally, they will enter their new living arrangements with no debt or a plan to eliminate any debt.

Be aware, if one partner is thrifty while the other tends to spend, conflict is sure to arise and can impact on the relationship.

Therefore, before making a serious commitment, such as moving in together, or getting married, discuss your goals and values, and disclose your financial situation.

Have separate bank accounts for personal expenses and a shared

account where you each put in an equal amount for set expenses for which you both take responsibility.

Importantly, create a budget together and track your finances.

Alternatively, you could consider divvying shared living expenses in proportion to your respective incomes. This involves agreeing on what expenses should be shared. Determine whether ‘shared’ expenses, which one party voluntarily takes on, should be considered gifts or loans in the event that you separate.

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If at any time you feel that your financial situation is coming to a crisis point, take action. Simply skipping payments will only make the problem worse.

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If you are the ‘spender’ take a look at your spending patterns, and seek help to better manage your finances. Consider consulting industry professionals such as financial advisers, a budgeting advice service, lawyers or even a therapist if financial disputes begin to jeopardise the future of your relationship.

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one is also your ‘LIFELIST’. You are fit and dangerous, and you have discovered that it ISN’T too late to have a go at stuff. List 2: https://www.lifehack.org/ articles/lifestyle/24-enrichingactivities-50-somethings-shouldtheir-free-time.html I have studied both the science and the data here. It confirms that ‘it is NEVER too late!’ Well, it may become a tad more difficult, right after your funeral. Why am I using these sombre utterances?

Because I’m ‘dead’ serious, about us all straining at the leash to start Life II. Go, take charge of 2021.

Add your innovation and energy to it. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year. Love you all.

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