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Cover Story 22 / MAKING IT BIG L.A.B muso Joel Shadbolt tells why his days in the Bay are the ultimate antidote to life in the frontman fast lane.

Regulars 14 / WHAT’S HOT Stuff for gifting and getting for yourself, just because.

16 / SPOTTED Who’s who, when and where.

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34 / VENUE & A MENU It’s all happening at Mount event centre Totara St around the clock.

38 / RETAIL RETURN A local favourite, reopened?

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40 / HATCH AND FLY Investing that isn’t only for the financial elite. It’s for me and you, too.

42 / NOW & THEN There’s more to the Historic Village than you might realise, some of it quaint and some thoroughly modern.

44 / IN CONVERSATION Creator and curator Israel Randell says we need to talk about art.

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50 / SUE DEWES She’ll get you set for summer with her topicals and treatments.

52 / YOUR PERFECT FIT Take your pick from our round-up of leading local gyms.

66 / ’TIS THE SEASON Get party-ready quick smart with our beauty hacks.

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68 / CHARACTER STUDY A lesson on homeware with soul from our resident interior designer.

70 / LIVE: INSPIRED Coastal hues with a boho touch.

76 / MR POPULAR Meet the talented Matt Gudsell who’s making homeowners very happy.

90 / SNOOZE FEST Greg Davidson of George Street Linen celebrates good bedding.

92 / PROPERTY POWERHOUSES An impressive pair selling up a storm on the streets of Rotorua.

96 / INSIDE SCOOP EVES’s Grant Child debunks your auction misconceptions.

The way we play

101 / IT TAKES A VILLAGE Retirement communities, but not as you know them.

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106 / DECK THE HALLS Landmark’s Omokoroa showhome is beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

114 / MOBILE MUNCHING There are truckloads of flavour on our streets – discover where to find it.

116 / SIMPLY DELICIOUS There’s a saucy new Italian eatery in town and it doesn’t faff around.

120 / SUMMER COCKTAILS Needs no justification at all.

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126 / THE PLACE TO BE Te Puna Village has got it going on.

Introducing 11 of its best businesses.

136 / UNDERWATER WONDER Dive Whakatāne’s James Croker reveals what’s rolling in the deep.

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122 / BEN HURLEY Have a laugh at his Mount Comedy Festival, back for another year.

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137 / NATHAN PETTIGREW A trip to Whakatāne opens his eyes.

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In October we launched a new speaker series, “THIS is how I did it”. Listening to someone’s real-life story can help you solve problems you couldn’t work out alone, teach you and motivate you. It can move you, make you kinder and help you feel connected to others.

Our first speaker was Charmeyne Te Nana-Williams, whose story of poise and strength through times of hardship had the room in tears. We had lunch at Mount restaurant Fire, and the great company and doors thrown open

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The sun seems brighter, the water clearer and the smiles wider than ever as we appreciate the freedom we have in New Zealand to enjoy ourselves outdoors and with each other.

And what better way to experience the joy of being alive and well than through music? Our cover star, Joel Shadbolt, sings with superstar band L.A.B. They’re all set to play for sell-out crowds in Australia (just as soon as they can get over there to perform) but lucky Kiwis can see them play in New Zealand over summer (see p24). Buy tickets, take your mates and get lively!

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to let in the warm air gave attendees a wonderful experience that will be hard to beat. Look out for our next events at thisishowididit.co.nz It seems after lockdown we’re all happy to focus on spending time with family and the others we love, so this issue is also packed full of features about homes. I never feel anything other than excitement to share the success stories of people who’ve stepped up to create a future they can be proud of.

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W THIS is how I did it Inspirational stories at our brand new speaker series over lunch at Fire Restaurant. There’s no better way to feed body and mind.

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hen you listen to a good story, you leave the set patterns of your own mind. You feel the story’s excitement, sadness and shock; you’re on the ride with the storyteller and everyone around you.

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somewhere gorgeous. Like our first event with Charmeyne Te Nana-Williams, founder of Whatever It Takes.

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In the face of tragedy, Charmeyne built a $16million business after finding out her husband had suffered a brain injury in a boxing match, leaving him tetraplegic.

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Musician Joel Shadbolt of L.A.B talks chemistry, collaboration and common threads with UNO’s Nicky Adams.

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ike any self-respecting frontman, L.A.B vocalist and guitarist Joel Shadbolt has that certain something you can’t quite put your finger on, the upshot of pure talent mixed with a palpable drive. Add the edge that makes his vehicle of choice a Harley Davidson, and it’s a heady mix. But Joel’s also a man with a firm grip on reality, so although he may perform to sold-out stadiums, he’s also happy to mow his mum’s lawn.

L.A.B is riding high on a wave of success.

After a year of chart-topping brilliance, November’s Aotearoa Music Awards saw them pick up two prestigious gongs for Best Roots Artist and People’s Choice.

They’re currently working on their latest album, L.A.B IIII, due for release any minute now. It’ll be their fourth, with the previous three making waves in the industry and gathering the band a following that (on social media, at least) increases by the minute.

Their 2020 summer single “In the Air” created the seismic shift that took the

band from successful to a household name. It’s one of those tunes people just can’t get enough of, crossing genres and leapfrogging age groups to get everyone tapping their feet and singing along.

It’s nothing short of musical gold.

Despite L.A.B standing on mixed-genre musical terrain (soul, reggae, blues, R&B, funk…), the latest album sees them really grow into their groove. Reflecting on this, Joel says, “There’s always a common thread between the albums, and like any band, the sound evolves over time. This album has more strings, which we only dabbled with a little bit on the last album, and we’re using a horn section for a couple of songs. We’re experimenting with different instruments, which in turn makes you try out different styles. We’re not a band that’s stuck in one place – we’ve got reggae, funk, blues and electronic influences in there.”

I wonder if the pressure of trying to follow one chart-topper with another leads to a less natural or experimental creative process. Joel thinks not. “In the past, we’ve tried to write in a way that’d suit a certain market, going in with the mentality ‘Let’s write a hit’, and that’s

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“We’re not a band that’s stuck in one place – we’ve got reggae, funk, blues and electronic influences in there.”

never worked for us,” he says.

“We figured out quickly that to write well, we just need all the instruments set up in the room and to jam as a band.

That’s when the best stuff comes out.

It’s interesting that as one song out of 40-odd, ‘In the Air’ is what people gravitated to. It’s not a ‘pop’ song as such. It was an organic, jam-an-idea-thenpress-the-record-button type of song.”

See the boys on stage this summer.

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L.A.B band members (from left): Miharo Gregory, Ara Adams-Tamatea, Joel Shadbolt, Stuart Kora and Brad Kora with their two Aotearoa Music Awards from 2020 taking out the win for Best Roots artist and People’s Choice Award.

was interested in joining L.A.B as its lead singer, he knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Never mind that he believed his main strength was as a guitarist rather than a vocalist – he jumped at the chance.

Brad and his brother Stuart were already big names in their own right with their band Kora, and Joel himself had grown up a fan of their music, so he couldn’t sign on the dotted line fast enough. “Preparation met opportunity, and I was prepared to

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The thing about this kind of out-of-thebox success is that the follow-up is going to be hotly anticipated and expectations sky-high. You’d imagine this would make releasing the new album a bit nerveracking. “Definitely,” says Joel. “But our approach has always been the long game – to be a band that writes albums, tours a lot and builds a solid fan base from the ground up. We’re doing what we love.

Yes, all eyes are on us, and there’s the ‘Can they do it again?’ question, but we felt that pressure with the first album, which put us into the vortex. Although the second album didn’t do so well, with the third – boom! We’ve taken that same concept and I think the songwriting is stronger. We’ve been playing together for five years now, so there’s a very strong chemistry and that’s a key ingredient in good songs – a band that’s cohesive and works together. I think our fans are going to love this next album.

It feels really cool.”

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“I went to a summer music academy in LA. That was a moment where I realised that if I wanted to take my music seriously, I had to study on a higher level.”

Fast facts with Joel: Get familiar with the frontman of L.A.B. Joel’s 29, an only child and with the world at his feet, and he would still rather live right here.

Town, country or beach?

“I’m not fussed. As long as I’m in the Bay, I don’t really care.”

He still teaches beginner guitar lessons.

“There are parts of my old reality I don’t want to change and I love teaching. So on a Saturday night, I’m rocking out to 1000 people, but on a Tuesday, I’m teaching a kid how to play a G.”

made to move him to Bay of Plenty Polytechnic (now called Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology), where he’d been offered a scholarship to study a two-year diploma in performance and production.

On completing this, he studied jazz at New Zealand School of Music at Massey University Auckland for three years.

“While I was at polytech, I went to a summer music academy in LA,” says Joel. “That was a moment where I realised that if I wanted to take my music seriously, I had to study on a higher level. At that time, you could either study classical or jazz at a tertiary level, and if you wanted to get good at understanding the harmony of contemporary music, that was the way to go.”

The Shadbolt household was a musical one. His dad is professional country singer/guitarist Brian Shadbolt and his

mother Jocelyn Shadbolt is also a music enthusiast, boasting a collection that would make anyone with an ear for a tune weep. With songs by Joe Cocker, Van Morrison, BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughan and The Doobie Brothers the soundtrack to Joel’s early years, he still loves those ’70s beats today. Busking and playing in cover bands and other groups at local pubs was his rite of passage, as was the usual OE, which he spent in Cornwall.

Joel returned to New Zealand when his father Brian fell ill, and felt a shift after Brian passed away. It was time to get serious about his life goals. He joined L.A.B the following year; five years on, they’re now one of New Zealand’s hottest bands.

The celebrity part of fame is hard to get your head around, says Joel. “You’re never ready for the attention that can be

If he could play with anyone, he’d play with Eric Clapton.

“I’ve listened to him forever.

His voice, his songwriting, his career has been massive.”

What’s one gig he wishes he could have been at?

“I’d have loved to have been in the crowd at Wembley watching Queen, with Freddie Mercury singing and Brian May on guitar.”

TOP LEFT Joel in green, with his primary school rock band at Tahatai Coast School.

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thrown at you – no one teaches you how to deal with that. The energy it requires to have your game face on every day just isn’t natural.”

“I used to sit and play guitar all day, but it’s like your reality gets flipped.

I’m doing what I love, but now there are other things that are a part of that.”

We talk about fellow Kiwi band SIX60’s upcoming documentary, SIX60: Till the Lights Go Out, in which its members discuss their vulnerabilities and struggle to cope with the level of success they’ve achieved. Joel can identify with how they sometimes find themselves in a dark place. “Your world gets noisy,” he says.

Being a musician is, after all, not the same as being a performer. In a sense, the two go hand in hand, but the performance aspect is notoriously daunting for many talented musicians.

Joel agrees that talent doesn’t guarantee the X-factor needed to front a band.

“In the early days, I struggled with stage presence and confidence,” he says. “I worked on being more outward with my personality and learned a lot just by playing and being in a band with musicians who had toured on that level and played the bigger stages.

Just how to work the energy of the crowd a bit better, as well as my energy as a performer. That’s something I’ve crafted over the last four or five years. I’m constantly refining and analysing.”

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As seasoned musicians, Brad, Stu and Ara have been generous with their guidance, and not just in a musical sense.

Joel and Brad on the red carpet at the NZVMAs in 2019.

As seasoned musicians, Brad, Stu and Ara have been generous with their guidance, and not just in a musical sense. At the start, the band sat down and wrote on the back of a pizza box a list of things they wanted to achieve.

Hit songs and house purchases were included on it – not exactly drugs, groupies and throwing TVs out of hotel windows.

As Joel points out, though, “It’d be different if we were a group of 29-year-olds, but we’re not.”

It’s this focus and work ethic that sees the band tour relentlessly. They don’t take their fans or success for granted, and continue to play at everything from small venues to stadiums and arenas.

COVID-19 has obviously changed the dynamic, with the international side of things stalled for the time being.

However, Joel doesn’t seem too fazed

Opening Act THE LEERS The band, who met as teenagers at Mount Maunganui College, supported L.A.B at their arena shows in July and are playing with them again at their show at Mt Smart Stadium in March.

See them live at Rhythm and Vines, Soundsplash and Electric Avenue this summer with their newest band member Kiki Rockwell on keys and backing vocals.

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by this, and social media means L.A.B is still getting its name out there.

Pre-pandemic, the group had been making inroads into the Australian market, largely via the Kiwi expats over there, and there are still a few opportunities coming up. They’ve got feelers out in the US and Europe, too.

Joel has his head screwed on in some areas, yet he’s still a loose cannon in others. He had a minor mishap on his motorbike earlier this year, but it’s part of his rockstar DNA (and possibly his actual DNA – his mum is also a biker).

His accident couldn’t have happened at a worse time, just a day before the band was due to open for Fat Freddy’s Drop in front of a massive crowd. Things weren’t looking too peachy for a guitarist with a dislocated shoulder. But despite being told he needed to stay in hospital, in true frontman style, Joel topped up on painkillers and played on.

The ability to temper success with reality is in part what makes Joel and the rest of L.A.B such an awesome combination. Fame’s not the incentive – bringing beautiful music to life is what drives them. They don’t take themselves too seriously, and if this wasn’t obvious before, Brad’s acceptance speech for their Best Roots Artist Award well and truly captures their spirit. He told the audience: “Five years ago, I met Joel.

I was writing this song and we had about two fans. I was looking for a singer and I heard this guy on the Good Morning show, and he sounded like a black man, so I looked at the TV and it was this ginga...” As Joel basked in Brad’s humour, it was clear that a prouder, fair-skinned redhead could not be found in all of Aotearoa.

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Rock around the clock Day and night, there’s always something on the go at multi-functional Mt Maunganui venue Totara St. WO R DS N I CK Y A DAM S / PH OTOS SA LI NA GA LVA N

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s Tauranga and the Mount’s population skyrockets, the music and arts scene is growing along with it. The attraction of the city to touring bands isn’t just about the size of the audience, though – it’s also about the fantastic venues at which they can play. The Mount’s Totara St events centre is such a place. By day, it’s a music school, but at night, it morphs into a rock ’n’ roll superstar.

TOTARA ST co-directors Ross Shilling and Jay Munro met almost 10 years ago through a mutual friend. Both share a passion for the music industry – Ross has been in bands, owned venues and

worked for years as a sound technician, while Jay had been involved in the promotional aspect of the industry in his hometown of Whangamata, where he juggled making surfboards with promoting bands and acts on the side.

Together, they set out to create a venue that incorporated multiple facets of the business and, says Ross, “The master plan was what we’ve ended up with.”

Realising their vision was no mean feat.

According to Ross, “We looked at this place and it seemed almost set up, so we decided to jump in boots and all, and build a venue.”

Patience and elbow grease brought the project to life. The final push was opening for the 2012 Tauranga Jazz Festival, which

“We looked at this place and it seemed almost set up, so we decided to jump in boots and all, and build a venue.”

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had booked Totara St to host a poetry reading. Jay says it was “a bit like being on The Block TV show, with things really running down to the wire.”

In retrospect, they’re surprised that the organisers put such faith and support in them, but they proved worthy of the show of confidence, as all was up and running in the nick of time. Except, that is, for the missing toilet doors; Ross and Jay say it was open-plan or nothing for that event!

Walking through Totara St today, it’s plain to see why it’s gone on to become so successful. The music school side of the business is front of house, and the layout perfectly suits its purpose – from the comfy, retro-feel lounge to the rainbow-bright classrooms. A staff of around 13 contract tutors offers lessons on most instruments, and pupils love that they have the opportunity at the end of every term to perform as a band on a professional stage.

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Despite their success, the pair aren’t the type to rest on their laurels.

They’re currently developing the catering side of the business.

The events side of the venue is another thing altogether. Access is through a side entrance that leads into a sleek space with pared-back décor, a mezzanine floor complete with bar, and a huge stage fitted with sound equipment that’d blow the boots off even the most experienced roadie. Considerable investment has been made into this equipment – the setup boasts a Martin Audio sound system, built-in acoustic panels and a lighting rig that ensure a first-class experience for audiences and bands. Without the hassle or expense of having to haul in their own gear, the process is greatly simplified for performers, adding to Totara St’s appeal.

ABOVE: L.A.B perform in their hometown.

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TOTARA ST has earned its stripes, and today the lineups here are a heady mix of local and international players. From British acts such as musician Midge Ure and ska band Bad Manners, to Kiwi names such as The Black Seeds, White Chapel Jak and L.A.B, the list goes on. Ross and

Jay have been savvy enough to realise that variety pays dividends, so they offer a variety of genres – entertainment for all sorts of age groups and musical tastes.

Despite their success, the pair aren’t the type to rest on their laurels. They’re currently developing the catering side of the business, the Chur!Coal BBQ & Eatery, which allows Totara St to tantalise the tastebuds of 20 to 400 people for parties and all manner of corporate events, from functions to team-building sessions.

TOTARA ST is one well-run business, and one that has a huge appreciation for the community it operates in. Its ability to shapeshift to be as appealing to Millennials as it is to baby boomers and band members is amazing – and that’s rock ’n’ roll, baby.

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“I seriously considered going back into education, but in the back of my mind, I was always thinking about a shop of my own,” she says. “I thought my friends would be really shocked when I told them, but they weren’t. They all said, ‘About time!’”

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With hangers and mannequins still in her garage after closing Wallis before lockdown, things fell into place really quickly. Anna rang around her suppliers and picked up the relationships again, and the perfect new location came up on Maunganui Road. “We’ve had a fantastic start,” says Anna. “Lots of our key labels had been optimistic about the future and cut extra stock, so we had some beautiful pieces to open with. Every day people come into the store and say they’re pleased Wallis is back.

“It felt like the right time to close, then it felt like the right time to open,” she continues. “I’ve able to put my own touch on things, like the styling of the shop, but I still have the same core beliefs. We care about the people who make, sell and wear our clothes, and as we’ve done for 30 years, we stock local labels. It’s easy to support local when the quality is this good.”

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Nest, hatch, fly The best time to start investing is today.

The world’s share markets are now more accessible than ever with Hatch, an online trading platform. We meet co-founder Kristen Lunman.

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hat does “wealth” mean to Kiwis? Kristen Lunman says that for her customers, it means having a full life that balances travel, work, family, friends and health. Lunman saw limited options for ambitious Kiwis to grow their wealth and, as a woman balancing career, children and life, she felt the pain. It motivated her to start Hatch, which delivers a straightforward way for people to get their money working as hard as they do to earn it in the first place.

“We launched Hatch on a mission to help Kiwis supercharge their wealth and build good money habits,” says Lunman. “Term deposits and savings are no longer attractive options to grow wealth thanks to low interest rates and inflation.” With Hatch, Kiwis can now own shares in over 3500 US-listed companies and funds on the intuitive and straightforward platform.

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Building a business is another way to grow wealth, but making a success of it is hard work and high risk, and again, once you’re in, you’re in.”

“When you approach investing like you’re backing a business or industry, it breaks down the mental barriers to getting started.”

Owning shares in world-class companies and funds has always been an opportunity reserved for the financial elite, something that never sat right with Lunman. She saw a way to offer a fresh new approach to self-directed investing that’s designed for newbies to experts.

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“We’ve built a simple, straightforward experience to help you take control, wherever you’re at. With Hatch, it’s not hard to back the pioneers that are shaping our future and benefiting from their success. From Netflix to Zoom, Tesla and Vanguard, when you approach investing like you’re backing a business or industry, it breaks down the mental barriers to getting started.”

Consider backing what you believe.

If you believe green energy, gender diversity, technology, innovative food companies, or the brands you use every day are going to continue to grow in popularity, then use this as a starting point for your research.

There’s no one right way to learn. Find your community, read annual reports, google expert analysis or listen to podcasts.

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For Lunman, the best investors are mindful investors. This means considering why you’re investing in the first place.

This level of self-awareness helps you stay calm and make smarter choices.

“Being mindful means you don’t panic when your shares fall in value. There are always going to be ups and downs in share prices, but over time, the highs in the markets should outweigh the lows.”

As part of Kiwi Group Holdings alongside Kiwibank and Kiwi Wealth, Hatch has grown and benefited from the backing and wisdom of one of New Zealand’s most trusted financial names whilst staying completely autonomous. And the Kiwi family has benefited from a fresh, innovative new brand. Win-win.

Buying a slice of a company or a pioneering industry like fake meat or cannabis and watching it grow and shape our future is exciting. Shareholders in the likes of Apple, Tesla, Beyond Meat and clean energy companies are looking ahead and hoping to benefit from megatrends that are changing the way we live. Why not join 65,000 other Kiwis and do the same?

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Go to town It’s not all ancient history at Tauranga’s Historic Village. In fact, there’s a world of contemporary pleasures to explore.

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The grounds are open seven days a week and entry is free, so gather the crew for a nostalgic excursion to explore and meet the locals.

Here are a few you could encounter…

TOP The Historic Village entrance. Walk through the streets and discover the gems on these pages.

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The Whipped Baker Fuel a wander of the old-timey streets at The Whipped Baker, where you’ll be greeted by a feast for the eyes as well as your stomach, with an array of treats including generous cream donuts, steak and cheese pies, raw salads and “freaking good” shakes. Initially a humble bakery stall founded by Fran and Aaron Cooper at the Tauranga Farmers Market in 2006, by 2016 The Whipped Baker occupied a permanent corner site in the heart of the Historic Village, complete with plenty of local Little Drum coffee to perk up visitors and neighbours. They also have a catering service that offers antipasto platters and birthday cakes for all your party needs.

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Imprint Gallery Imprint Gallery celebrates original, diverse and affordable prints from local and national artists.

Co-owner Jackie Knotts is a printmaker who specialises in linocut relief printing, while painter Stella Clark has her studio based at the gallery and works with fine-art prints called giclée, created on high-quality cotton rag paper. Both are deeply passionate about the intricate nature of printmaking and love chatting to visitors about the techniques involved.

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Leadlight Expressions Lynn and Steve Sinclair are the masterminds of Leadlight Expressions, purveyors of beautiful fused leadlight and stained-glass creations.

Part of the village since 2003, they design, manufacture and repair everything leadlight, from commissions for private homes to restorations for churches, including Tauranga’s Holy Trinity.

The couple work closely with each of their clients to transform ideas into stained- or textured-glass form. As well as selling made-to-order jewellery and more, they also stock a range of glass art giftware and host monthly workshops at which you can learn the basics of these crafts for yourself.

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Infinite potential Through multi-media, moving image and sound, award-winning Tauranga artist Israel Randell articulates the spiritual and unseen.

Now, in her new role as curator at Whakatāne Museum & Arts, she wants to help amplify the voices of local talent.

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he question “What is art?” is a tricky one to answer.

One person’s masterpiece may be another’s monstrosity, making it hard to reach a consensus. Yet for multi-disciplinary artist Israel Randell, it’s not complicated at all. Art, she says, is a conversation, and as a newly appointed exhibitions curator at Whakatāne Museum & Arts, it’s one she is very much looking forward to having with the local community.

Originally from Hamilton (Tainui, Ngāti Kahungunu) and of Cook Islands descent, the mum-of-one has her work cut out for her when she arrives at her post (the week after talking to UNO). She and the team will be busy preparing for the February exhibition of the winners of the Molly Morpeth Canaday Award: Painting & Drawing, presented by Arts Whakatāne and held at Te Kōputu a te Whanga a Toi – Whakatāne Library & Exhibition Centre.

Although that will be Israel’s immediate focus, she talks excitedly about the bigger picture.

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“I’m really interested in being embedded in the community, getting to know the artists, and finding out how I can help them to realise their ambitions and be that person who bridges the community and the gallery,” says the Toi Ohomai Bachelor of Creative Industries graduate. “I’m also excited to be learning from my colleagues. Going into any new role, it’s good to be listening.”

Listening will be crucial for her dialogue with local artists too. Some may not see the gallery space as relevant to them – for example, those who may be more focused on selling their work, or those from other disciplines such as dance, theatre or acting.

Is it fair to say that galleries are often seen as no-go zones for certain sections of the community? “Yes,” Israel says decisively. “A gallery space is definitely always viewed as a white space by people outside looking in.”

So breaking down the boundaries between practices is one way not only to showcase a wider variety of work, but also to change the perception of what and who a gallery is for, of reaching those who aren’t, for whatever reason, engaging with it. “It’s constructive to help different types of creatives,” says Israel. “I think it does start with having a structure that caters to every kind of practice, not just the 2D practice or sculptural practice.”

Israel’s no stranger to having a dialogue across disciplines and amplifying the voices of indigenous artists. She arrives in her new role fresh from a Mana Moana research residency with arts agency Circuit Artists Film and Video Aotearoa, where she looked at the experimental practices of Māori and Pasifika moving image artists to produce a collection of interviews and online content.

ABOVE: The library and exhibition centre is the hub of the arts scene.

Israel’s own work experiments with moving image, multi-media and sound – quite a departure from the large-scale paintings she did as an art student in Auckland. “I took a break, moved to Tauranga and started off again at Toi Ohomai. But I didn’t want my work to be flat on the wall anymore – I wanted to occupy the space between the walls.

I wanted to paint with light in space, so I was looking for materials that would let me do that. Lots of painters say all painting is about light and dark. I was interested in using light in a sculptural way to activate space.”

“I took a break, moved to Tauranga and started off again at Toi Ohomai. But I didn’t want my work to be flat on the wall anymore.”

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Israel’s own work experiments with moving image, multi-media and sound – quite a departure from the large-scale paintings she did as an art student in Auckland.

She originally considered working in neon, but it was costly. A classmate suggested wire would be cheaper, so she sourced some on Trade Me and started experimenting with it in the school studio.

Playing with wire and light sounds like a lot of fun, but it was no walk in the park. Israel’s daughter Zola, now twoand-a-half, was only eight months old when Israel started the course. “I was still breastfeeding, so I was worried.

But I needed something else, a direction or passion that was separate from my identity as a mother. I needed that for my own mental health, and that in turn made me a better mother.”

It also, she believes, made her a better artist. “You go in there with no bullshit, no excuses – you get things done.

You don’t have time to fluff around, then go home and work until 2am, because at home it’s all about your child. So I was way more focused.

I think that drive elevated my art practice to something it maybe couldn’t have been when I was a single person.”

That “elevated something” is a compelling body of work that speaks clearly to “maatauranga” – what she describes as “the whole way of being Māori, the many layers that there are.

“I look a lot to cosmological narratives to explore things that aren’t material,” she says.

“I’m interested in actualising the intangible. It’s hard… I don’t know if I’m successful half the time. This year’s body of work has focused on water and the elemental phases it goes through, and the spiritual things they hold for Māori and Pasifika people.

I’m interested in exploring things I can’t see that have been told by generations of elders, and trying to connect with it and make sense of it in my own way.”

Israel might not know if she’s successful half the time, but her work certainly impressed the judges Ka nui te aroha ki a koutou katoa o Whakatāne.

of the 2020 Miles Art Award, presented In March by the Tauranga Art Gallery Toi Tauranga. To her surprise, she landed the Supreme Award for Wahi Ngaro, a compelling installation in which triangles of electroluminescent wire reference whakapapa and an in-between space with infinite potential. It’s a beautiful piece, one you can appreciate without knowing what it represents. Does it bother her when she’s asked to explain her work?

“If people do ask me, I want to have a conversation,” she says. “That’s really all art is, a conversation. The artwork is there to trigger that. Sometimes it’s real honest conversations, like, ‘What the hell is that?’ or ‘Why do I hate this work so much?’ That’s the kind of things that artwork brings.”

And then sometimes the work exists, well, just because. “Sometimes we totally make it because we want to make it.

It’s important to let people know that and uncomplicate the way we speak.”

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This footcare brand has a solution for every problem, ensuring your feet always feel fresh and comfortable. This balm is my favourite summer product from the range as it combats that burning feeling tired feet can bring when the weather’s hot. With menthol and peppermint oil, it cools, deodorises and moisturises.

I love to support NZ skincare companies, so for me this multi-active hydrating complex is a win-win. Designed to de-stress, soothe, smooth, strengthen and protect the skin while promoting collagen formation, it’s suitable for anyone concerned with hydration but extra beneficial for those dealing with inflammation or acne.

Cruelty-free and without toxic chemicals, Italianmade FABY nail polishes are considered among Europe’s most innovative.

In a vast array of fashionforward colours, they’re formulated without the “big five”, so you can have fun using them to accessorise your summer look knowing they won’t compromise your nails or your overall health.

Your new best friend before those special events, this eye mask smooths fine lines and wrinkles, and hydrates, plumps and firms the delicate skin around the eyes. Dampen with water, smooth on, boost with an O Cosmedics serum if you wish, then sit back and relax, and you’ll see visible results in just 20 minutes.

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Mineral Sunscreen

Fewer chemicals but more complete protection, this is your safe, effective, daily shield against UVA, UVB, infrared rays and blue light.

It combines powerful physical blockers zinc oxide and titanium oxide with an antioxidant boost including vitamin E to minimise the free-radical damage triggered by UVA radiation.

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A wonder treatment with all the benefits of extensions but none of the maintenance and trauma to your natural lashes, lash lifts make your lashes look longer by curling them gently upward, opening up the eyes for a more youthful look. The result is simply beautiful. Top them off with a tint so mascara can be a thing of the past for several weeks.

For a complete treatment, combine with a brow shape and tint.

There’s no doubt about it, a tan can make you look healthier.

And with the Eco Tan line, a natural-looking tan is yours with no sun damage involved. Ingredients matter to me, so we offer the formulation that’s best for your skin and the environment, and this certified-organic range produces a beautiful colour almost immediately. We can also teach you how to care for your tan to give you a consistent look all summer long.

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Special treatments Level up your summer self-care with Tranquillo’s in-clinic pampering.

Pedicures Bespoke facials Summertime and the living is easy and more social too, so if you’d like to feel your best when you’re out and about, we can design a gorgeous facial for you to beautify your skin while relaxing your body and mind. Achieving an authentic, healthy glow is so rewarding and our full facial analysis will help us tailor a treatment that’s perfect for you. Regular facials will also help to repair any skin damage and prevent warm-weather skin issues.

Want to look your best barefoot at the beach and in those summer sandals? Come and see us for a thorough Tranquillo pedicure. Winter feet are simply not ready to be summer feet without some TLC, so don’t let your neglected toenails let you down – let us soak away that dry, rough skin, then enjoy an invigorating, velvety massage finished with FABY nail polish for all the glam with none of the nasties.

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FIT NATION You might catch a glimpse of boxing champ Joseph Parker when you work out at this budding super-gym.

What sets your gym apart?

NIC HALDEZOS (manager): It is 2000sqm of pure training turf and every corner of the place has been meticulously thought out. There’s nothing else like this in New Zealand.

We have an on-site massage therapist, nutritionist, physiotherapist, personal trainers, 360˚ biometric scans, a café and smoothie bar. We have 2021 Technogym cardio equipment, and there are four separate group fitness rooms that will each run 15 classes. We have a comprehensive boxing studio, and spin rooms with walls that will light up with heart rates and exercise displays. It’s an experience.

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MEET THE OWNER

Monique Alvarez With a background in beauty therapy and customer service, Monique understands the importance of ensuring every client is happy and comfortable with their experience at Fit Nation as soon as they step through the doors. She wants members to feel as though they are part of a Fit Nation family, and is committed to making sure she builds that connection with everyone. As someone who has a passion for taking care of people and helping to bring out the best in them, Monique’s approach to health and wellbeing is holistic.

She recognises the benefits that come with feeling good about yourself and believes nourishing your body from the inside out is just as important as fitness and exercise. Monique is looking forward to utilising the skills she has gained over the years to help people reach their goals through being an attentive, supportive and present part of their journey.

What are some of the best features of your facility?

MONIQUE ALVAREZ (owner): We’re a one-stop-shop gym and wellness centre.

We’re able to offer everything in one place, and the welcoming approach we have from staff shows we want to be there with you for your whole journey. We have infrared saunas, a kids’ care zone so parents can work out knowing their children are taken care of, on top of the cardio and weights equipment, yoga, pilates and functional HIIT classes (members can burn up to 600 calories a class!).

How important is having a sense of community in your gym?

Nic: Everyone can go to a gym and get results, but not everyone can go to a gym and say they know everyone else by name and can connect to each and every single staff member as well. We want to change people’s lives here,

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MEET THE MANAGER

Nic Haldezos At 19 Nic joined the New Zealand Army, where he learned discipline and the importance of a strong work ethic. Those qualities have proven fruitful in his career. With a background in marketing and having graduated from AUT’s sport and recreation programme, Nic’s career in the fitness industry spans 10+ years. He’s spent much of his career managing and opening gyms across New Zealand and he’s excited about his new role at Fit Nation, with big plans to help people make positive changes in their lives.

Nic is the son of a hairdresser, which is where he witnessed and learned about communication, mastering conversational skills and understanding the value of listening to a client. He believes being able to help one person can create change in a whole community, and he’s committed to making that happen with the Fit Nation team.

ABOVE Owner Monique Alvarez is Joseph Parker’s sparring partner for a workout.

BELOW The light pours into Sol & Mar espresso bar at the entrance to Fit Nation.

and by changing people’s lives, we can change a community. What we create here in our first Fit Nation, we want to be able to spread throughout New Zealand.

What experience do you hope clients have when they’re here?

Monique: A positive experience as soon as they walk in the door. They might be stressed or rushing in from a busy day, but after being greeted by our team and the positive energy we have at Fit Nation, I hope they walk out feeling amazing each and every time.

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F45 The Mount The ever-changing workouts at this fitness studio are less than an hour in duration, but the positive effects linger long after.

MEET THE OWNER

Erica Scrivenor Erica’s background is in nursing, but when the opportunity arose to purchase F45 The Mount, she just knew it was the right decision. Moving to the Mount from Perth, she and her business partner James Gibb opened the studio in January 2018.

She says her specialty would have to be keeping the wheels on the bus in a role that includes everything from hiring and training staff, to rostering and creating class schedules, taking classes and providing personalised follow-ups – and, of course, jumping in with the crew and doing the classes alongside them. She says she loves to help people to believe in themselves, feel great and smash goals.

UNO: What does “F45” stand for?

ERICA SCRIVENOR (trainer): The “F” is for functional training – the mix of circuit and HIIT-style workouts we offer, geared towards everyday movement. And it’s 45 minutes of sweat-dripping, heart-pumping fun. A mix of cardio, resistance and hybrid workouts, this is full-body training, and no workout is ever repeated.

What makes your gym special?

Upbeat and energetic, we’re the best group-training experience. We have seven epic trainers who give people the techniques, tips and encouragement they need to get the most out of an F45 workout, and we even have a social club run by members. We do indoor netball, paintball, mud runs and more. Our kick-ass 45-day challenge runs five times a year, is free for all members, and includes a dedicated app that provides meal plans, shopping lists and tips to keep you on track throughout the challenge.

Why do people come to you?

Because of our incredibly supportive community.

We’re proud that we have members who meet up outside the studio, and our staff encourage and push you through each workout and support you every step of the way.

People come to us to feel accepted and welcomed with open arms, to make lifelong friends and to feel fit, healthy and good about themselves.

Who are you best suited to?

F45 is great because anyone can do it. We have members of all ages, shapes, sizes and fitness backgrounds. It’s also great because it’s adaptive. We can change each workout to suit beginners, athletes and those who may be working with an injury.

How do we book?

You can book via our website or by downloading the F45 training app. We’re offering a seven-day trial for $14 at the moment, which is great value and the perfect amount of time for you to determine it’s for you, which it totally will be!

What are your top tips for getting healthy and fit for summer?

Stay away from fast food; instead, eat real food that’s picked or pulled from the earth or sea and drink lots of water. Get out and get active – anything’s better than nothing.

Explore the great outdoors, book an F45 The Mount class and smash out a 45-day challenge. You won’t regret it!

F45TRAINING.CO.NZ/THEMOUNTNZ 34A TAWA STREET MOUNT MAUNGANUI 027 491 2604

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Clubfit A gym membership that also offers access to the Mount Hot Pools isn’t the only feature that makes this gym unique.

UNO: What’s Clubfit good at?

STU STEVENSON (manager): We build great relationships and support our customers through their exercise journey while making it fun. For us, it’s about the long game. Beyond just getting a new member started, we’re here to keep them motivated so they make steady progress towards their goals and enjoy the journey.

Why do people come to you? People come to us for support, motivation and lifestyle change. As well our well-equipped facilities, comprehensive class timetable and for the vibe. Our clubs are very welcoming.

Who are you best suited to? Anyone looking for a modern gym that provides value for money, great service and support will find it at Clubfit. We also offer great variety, with more than 60 group fitness classes per week. Our gym is also unique in that it offers gym and swim memberships; you can choose a membership that also provides access to five pool facilities, including spa, sauna and aqua-aerobics classes – and even the iconic Mount Hot Pools. Clubfit caters for all levels and the variety of workout options means there’s truly something for everyone. Join the club for a fun, supportive exercise programme that gets results!

What kinds of classes do you offer?

Les Mills Classes are some of the world’s most popular – we’ve got Body Combat, RPM and Body Step to get the blood pumping, CX Worx and Body Pump for strength, Grit and Sprint for high-intensity

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training, and BodyBalance and Tone for muscle tone and flexibility.

Our Clubfit Home Grown Programmes (HGP) are our own range of classes designed to complement the Les Mills offering. HGP Hiit ’n’ Run and HGP Blitz are intense circuit-style classes that are suitable for intermediate to advanced fitness levels, while HGP Mobilise and HGP Full Function are perfect for members who are returning to exercise and need to take it slow. There’s also yoga, Pilates and Zumba classes

MEET A TRAINER

Mark Berry Mark’s a Clubfit personal trainer and group fitness instructor who has worked in the industry for a decade – a job he loves. He brings an all-round training philosophy to the gym floor, and his down-to-earth approach is based around the following points: Aim to move your body the way it was designed to move; consistency is key – and not just in the fitness world; enjoy what you do – it’ll be a boring life if you don’t; success comes in many forms – the number on the scales is just that and nothing else; and strive for balance in all areas of training and life.

Relationships and support from the Clubfit team make for great long term benefits to your fitness journey.

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Monique VanDijk Monique works at Clubfit as a fitness instructor – a role that’s all about coaching and support.

She started her journey as a group fitness instructor through her interest in sports performance, and holds a degree in Sport Science.

Today, her key passions include strength training, CrossFit, Olympic lifting and gymnastics. She says she really enjoys her role and connecting with a wide variety of people through exercise, and believes quality movement in exercise is paramount to quality movement in everyday life. Her goal is to help people find a method of training that’s effective and enjoyable for them, so they can move for as long as they’re able.

available, and with our gym and swim memberships, you can also attend AquaFit classes at Baywave.

Membership to the Mount Hot Pools is a huge bonus for Clubfit members.

What are you proud of at your gym?

Without a doubt, it’s our team, from our group fitness instructors through to our amazing reception staff. The level of support and commitment they provide to our customers is outstanding and keeps people coming back for more.

Around 30 percent of our new customers each month come to us through a referral from a current member.

We’re in the business of helping people live better lives and seeing their confidence, mental wellbeing and overall health improve. Although we hear lots of success stories about physical transformations and fitness gains, we also hear about the mental benefits that exercising at Clubfit provides.

People often comment about the fear and anxiety they’ve had to overcome to get started on their fitness journey, and these same people also often tell us just how significant being involved in a good exercise community and developing healthy habits have been in transforming other areas of their lives. That’s the stuff that makes us feel good.

What are your top tips for getting healthy and fit for summer? Consistency is king (or queen!), so show up often, do the work and enjoy the process. Also, remember that your body isn’t your enemy, so be good to it, build up slowly and watch the results start to appear.

CLUBFIT.CO.NZ CNR GIRVEN AND GLOUCESTER RDS MT MAUNGANUI 1 KITEROA ST, GREERTON 07 577 8555

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VPT Health Club Omokoroa’s gym for everyday people, VPT welcomes folks from all walks of life.

UNO: So, what’s your gym great at?

VANCE ELLIOTT (owner): We’re great at being accepting and encouraging of our members, and we work hard to make all of our clients feel comfortable to be in our space. We make sure we know as much as possible about why they came to us, so we can best help them to reach their goals. We really try to cater to everyone and believe listening to client feedback is key to being a quality gym.

Why do people come to you?

Because we’re not just an equipment-based gym. At VPT, we’re about creating lifestyles and encouraging positive habits.

What kind of classes do you run?

Our gym boasts a massive number of classes for our size – currently 25-plus, all included in our membership fees. They range from beginner to advanced circuit training, box-fit, Pilates, Body Balance, yoga, and Pound with Aotearoa’s only New Zealand-certified instructor. We’re also lucky to have an incredible karate teacher, who’s a New Zealand champ – he works with us to run after-school sessions for local kids, so kids can do karate while their parents work out.

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What other services do you offer?

We run seminars and supermarket tours that allow us to educate our clients about healthy living, mental health, injury prevention, rehabilitation, exercise techniques, how to read food labels and more.

How do we book?

When they sign up or start a trial, each member gets access to our app that lets them book classes, personal training sessions, seminars and events. It also allows them to add and track their health and fitness goals, add and edit measurements with photos, view any workouts we’ve uploaded for them, message us, view their membership details and update personal information.

What are you most proud of at your gym?

We’re really proud of what we offer our clients in our great little community.

For the dream we have, we might be starting small, but we’ve been all about quality from the get-go.

What are your top tips for getting healthy and fit for summer? Surround yourself with people who will support your goals, be consistent – and join VPT Health Club!

VPTHEALTHCLUB.CO.NZ 168 OMOKOROA ROAD OMOKOROA, TAURANGA 027 333 1465

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MEET THE OWNER

Vance Elliott Vance started VPT as a small personal-training business in Hamilton, with a dream to one day run his own gym – a dream that has now come true with VPT Health Club. Committed to creating healthier lifestyles in the community, and specialising in rehabilitation, weight loss and habit-changing, he has a bachelor’s degree in Sports and Exercise Science, along with training in injury prevention, rehabilitation, sports training, and pre- and post-natal exercise.

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Ubifit Forget having to get to the gym – this one comes to you.

MEET A TRAINER

Cameron Hodgson Head trainer at Ubifit, Cameron’s been in the fitness industry for 12 years and says it’s a privilege to be able to support people’s health and fitness. After years of playing top-level sport, competing in body-building, learning the art of boxing and recovering from multiple injuries, he’s developed a broad set of skills that help his customers in all sorts of areas, including enhancing performance, getting stronger and fitter than ever before, avoiding and rehabilitating injuries, and just enjoying the journey along the way.

He likes to take a holistic approach, so his customers keep an eye on the big picture and stay invested in learning what they’re capable of.

UNO: So, tell us about Ubifit...

LISA PARKER (manager): It’s a mobile gym, with qualified personal trainers.

We take the gym to workplaces, local parks and beaches to train using customised programmes which help you achieve your goals. Essentially, we’re personal training on demand. Our business is centred around what you want - the training time, music, location, everything. We have the latest technology, from the online booking system through to a state-of-the-art bike and air-resistance weights.

What are you the best at?

Ubifit is revolutionising the fitness industry by creating a better user experience. Every session is tailored so you can make progress and, in turn, learn more about your body.

And our sessions are fun! Having a laugh is compulsory. It keeps you motivated too.

Why do people come to you?

If you want to train on your own or in a group, we are a super-practical solution for your fitness needs. Some people are intimidated by gyms, and love that they can train at their own home. Busy people can slot in a workout around their schedule whenever and wherever suits them.

We also get a lot of parents who struggle to find time to get to the gym. We provide the ultimate flexibility to progress your fitness journey.

What do your sessions entail?

Our mobile gym is fully equipped with all manner of equipment, like our Keiser pneumatic machine. It offers smooth, consistent resistance and is ideal for rehabilitation work and enhancing sports performance, including your golf swing.

We don’t have a set class timetable, but if you ask us to, we run boxing fitness and technique classes; general fitness classes using bands, kettlebells and sandbags; strength and conditioning classes for teams or specific sports; and injuryrehabilitation sessions.

Who is Ubifit best suited to?

Anyone! There’s no cookie-cutter approach with Ubifit, so we can cater to all ages, abilities and goals. Whether you want to get ready for league season, get back on your motorbike after an accident, surf into your 70s or climb the Mount with two kids, our customised workouts are designed to help you enjoy the things you love most.

What sort of successes have you seen among your clients? Seeing so many of our customers instilled with a new-found confidence, learning to love themselves, appreciate their growing abilities, and grow a strong, resilient body that enables them a quality of life that lasts, is priceless. Our success is in providing our customers with fitness freedom. If you struggle to achieve your health and fitness goals, Ubifit removes the barriers and provides accountability.

It’s hard to say “No” when the trainer’s on your doorstep!

UBIFIT.CO.NZ 021 0237 0313

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Natural Fit An exercise revolution is afoot at this Mount gym. We spoke to co-owner Beth Ratcliffe about their purpose.

UNO: What’s Natural Fit great at?

BETH RATCLIFFE (co-owner): We are grounded in our purpose. We listen more than we speak to gain a deep appreciation for where our members are at. We care about connection, support and expertise. We have a relaxed community with personalised programmes and well-coached classes.

Why do people come to you?

People come to Natural Fit because we’re a place of calm in an industry full of noise.

We teach people to move and function with self-awareness and control, and to build on their strengths. We’re proud of the beautiful environment we’ve created in the heart of the Mount, but we’re so much more than a room full of exercise equipment. We know that change comes from within, and that it’s not so much what you do but how you do it that counts. At Natural Fit, success isn’t measured in body scans or on the scales.

Igniting healthy habits; moving with true purpose; feeling in control; celebrating strength, endurance and flexibility outside of the gym; and gaining confidence is how we notice and name success.

Who are you best suited to?

We have a diverse range of members, from people who’ve learned to stand again following disease or injury, right through to competitive athletes. Fitness doesn’t always happen at a million miles an hour. To meet goals and make an impact, it needs to be purposeful and a constant practice of selfreflection. By making a brain and body connection every time you choose a class, or to put in the hard work of following your goal-oriented programme, you form healthy habits that can be applied outside our supportive gym environment.

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is a mirror for the diversities that exist in our town. We proudly have all members “come as they are” and help them articulate the goals that will affect their wellbeing.

What are you most proud of at your gym?

The meaningful connections we have with members, and that they have with one another. Our culture at Natural Fit means that we work together and inspire each other.

What kinds of classes do you run?

Cardio, strength, mobility, agility, yoga…

What makes our classes unique is less about what we do and more about how we do it. We teach people to move well, listen to their brain and body, and challenge their individual limits.

Who is this type of fitness best suited to? We welcome people who understand that in order to take control over their health, they must be accountable to themselves and make inherent changes,

MEET THE CO-OWNER

Beth Ratcliffe With a degree in kinesiology from the University of Toronto, Beth has a deep understanding of how the body responds in different environments. The degree specialised in exercise physiology, anatomy, sports psychology, environmental physiology. Beth was a fitness consultant for Sports Clubs of Canada and regularly runs HIIT, strength training and endurance classes.

rather than rely on the variety of bells and whistles that promise a short-cut to success.

What’s an important lesson you want members to take away with them?

Being confident in your own skin is a function of being strong mentally, emotionally and physically. Learning to move with selfawareness and control helps instil this sense of confidence, which sets you up to enjoy feeling good in any situation.

NATURALFIT.CO.NZ 18 TAWA STREET, MOUNT MAUNGANUI 07 542 3163

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Oceanblue Health & Fitness Their youngest member is 14 and the oldest 90.

Club manager Sue McBurney tells why this gym caters to all ages and stages.

UNO: What’s Oceanblue all about?

SUE BURNEY (manager): We provide a friendly, welcoming environment where people feel supported and comfortable, no matter where they are on their health and fitness journey. Our members love coming here and they’re the ones who recommend us – people often come to us because their friends and family tell them that Oceanblue’s the best! They join us because we have a great space and so many workout options, including two large gym areas with plenty of high-spec equipment, a state-of-the-art cardio theatre with extras such as Netflix and Spotify, a large functional area featuring a 30-minute Daily Workout, a Roc-it 15-minute circuit, plus a 25m pool, and a spa and sauna for recovery and relaxation.

What are you proud of at your gym?

The look and the feel of the club after our recent extension and renovations is amazing – we’re all so proud to show off the facility now, with the latest equipment and the variety of workout options we have on offer.

Of course, we’re also incredibly proud of our team, who do such a fantastic job of maintaining our club’s high standards and ensuring all our members are well looked after.

What kind of classes do you offer?

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MEET A TRAINER

Tanya Frandsen Personal trainer and group fitness instructor Tanya believes everyone deserves to be strong, fit and well. For that reason, she focuses on getting people moving on a regular basis, and making the right nutritional and lifestyle choices, which inevitably impact their overall state of vitality and wellbeing. Tanya’s committed to empowering people to take steps towards their health and fitness goals by providing them with the support and tools they need to make positive changes, and take ownership of their own wellbeing in a way that’s sustainable. With many years of experience in the fitness industry, she’s proficient in different training styles and develops personalised programmes tailored to suit all ages and abilities.

Oceanblue’s well-equipped facility features a spin room, cardio theatre and functional zone, as well as a 25metre pool, sauna and spa.

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Choose from over 70 group fitness classes per week, work out with a personal trainer, or focus on your own goals.

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Jason Fly Jason grew up in Te Puke.

A graduate of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, he has a medalwinning background in martial arts and played semi-professional rugby in Sydney. While based in Las Vegas, where he worked as a performer and trainer, he spent 10 years travelling and working across four continents and training in hundreds of gyms around the globe. The road taught him many lessons and allowed him to finetune his understanding of the mind, body and soul. He’s so happy to be home after all these years and offering his expertise back where it all began.

plus Aquafit in the pool. If our members can’t make it to any of the scheduled classes, they can book a Les Mills On Demand virtual class to suit their schedule.

Who is this gym best suited to?

We have so many options. Our members are of all ages and fitness levels. Although the club is home to athletes, we equally cater to people who are just starting out or rehabilitating from injury. Our fully qualified exercise consultants provide members with an initial programme based on their needs and update it every 12 weeks, and are always on hand to answer questions and give advice when needed.

What are your top tips for getting healthy and fit for summer?

It’s all about consistency. Doing a variety of workouts three times a week over a longer period of time is much better than trying to cram a year’s worth of exercise into four weeks in a desperate attempt to get fit!

However, if you’ve left it to the last minute, get down to the club for a programme, or enlist the help of one of our awesome personal trainers to kick-start your journey.

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Party time Are you ready for this? With these pretty quick beauty fixes, you will be.

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Lip service Fraser Clinic’s Kate Schuler fills us in on a smile solution that she says is suitable for everyone – except those who play a musical instrument with their mouth and keen whistlers.

UNO: What’s a Lip Flip?

Kate: It’s a five-minute treatment that delivers a small dose of Botulinum A toxin muscle relaxant into the upper lip with the aim of stopping the lip thinning when you smile and showing more of the pink lip. Initially, you can experience some numbness, as well as a bit of difficulty getting your mouth around a straw, but results begin after three to five days and last seven to nine weeks.

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Who should have it? The Lip Flip gives a more subtle result than filler. It’s also a good choice for someone who doesn’t want volume, but rather a slight poutiness to the top lip.

How will I look?

When you smile, you’ll appear to have a fuller upper lip and the same to a lesser degree when your mouth is relaxed.

Does it hurt? If you can manage a blood test, you can manage this!

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Complement your Lip Flip with the beautiful Cosmedix Lumi Crystal super hydrating lip balm and keep those lips hydrated and lush.

Glow up Lucy Shalfoon-Roberts is The Skin Girl, a Mt Maunganui master skin specialist, who spoke to UNO about one of her top treatments.

UNO: What’s DermaSweep?

LUCY: DermaSweep is the 30-minute solution to your skincare concerns.

Our unique and customisable technology gently lifts away the top layer of skin, increases microcirculation and delivers key nutrients, while exclusive solutions formulated with cutting-edge ingredients target specific needs.

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How will I look?

Everyone responds differently, and it depends on the results you’re after, but most people get a lovely glow.

For best results, I’d recommend a course of three treatments.

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WELCOME TREATMENT The vita brite treatment is my signature procedure.

The treatment hydrates, brightens and tightens the skin. There is no downtime and is great for all skin types. It is a great starting point and results are instant.

The Skin Girl is the first in New Zealand to offer DermaSweep.

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It’s great for all types, and for people with specific concerns, including acne, rosacea, pigmentation and ageing skin.

What’s the downtime after this treatment?

There’s no downtime required, making it the perfect pre-party treatment.

All white on the night

Lucy Shalfoon-Roberts has spent the last 3 years working alongside some of Melbourne’s top skincare experts.

Want a whiter smile but worried about damaging your teeth? Leanne Bateman of Pyes Pa Dentists advises trusting the professionals.

UNO: Is teeth-whitening safe?

LEANNE: Effective and safe teeth whitening is best done at a dentist’s office. The two most common methods are in-office whitening and take-home whitening trays.

Which do you recommend?

In-office whitening usually involves an hour of multiple applications that can be accelerated with blue light. This quick fix – for that wedding next week, or that glam summer get-together – is great,

but isn’t recommended for very sensitive teeth and doesn’t last as long as whitening with take-home trays.

For this, trays are custom-made to fit snugly around your teeth. The prescribed whitening agent is applied for an hour or more per night, and bleaches the teeth over a seven- to 10-day period.

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“The Skin Girl is my opportunity to bring the very best in results-focused skincare practice home. I’m really excited to open my first treatment rooms here in the Bay of Plenty where I grew up.”

Located inside Sisters & Co 208 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui

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1. Wabi lightshade by BOHÈME HOME 2. Tosca organiser by YAMAZAKI from FATHER RABBIT 3. Small Totem vase by ABS OBJECTS from MAKERS’ MRKT 4. Archer cabinet by INKAH 5. Vintage brass candle holder from FOURTH STREET HOME 6. Horizon coffee table by CITTÀ 7. Spyder chair by KOVACS from THE DESIGN DEPOT 8. Watering can by ZAKKIA from FLUX BOUTIQUE 9. Menu Carrie lamp by NORM ARCHITECTS from PAPER PLANE 10. Mauao print by ALICE BERRY 11. Attenborough cushion by THREAD DESIGN 12. Petite pleated lamp by ORNAMENT 13. Jaxon lounger by A&C HOMESTORE 14. Arnold Circus stool by MARTINO GAMPER from EVERYDAY NEEDS.

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All is calm It’s the touches that make a home. Stylist Amber Armitage shows us how to create a space to sigh into.

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Wallpaper French Impressionist Resene Wallpaper Collection FI71308. Wall in Resene Carefree. Floor in Resene Alabaster.

Side wall (right) in Resene Half Popcorn. Menu GM 30 pendants from Mood Store. Romana dining table, Originals Butterfly chairs and Svelto round stacking stool by Ercol from Good Form. Serene Pitcher jug, Belde Grande glasses and Slender Ede candlestick all from Father Rabbit. Magnolia vase, Talo cereal bowls and Talo cereal all from Città. Salad servers by Asili x Città, from Città. Clock by Karlsson and Nature 1:1 Oyster ocean blue print by Paper Collective from Father Rabbit. Plant and pot stylist’s own.

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ABOVE Resene Wallpaper Collection 218741. Walls in Resene Alabaster. Floor in Resene Colorwood Rocksalt. VV Cinquanta Twin wall lamp by Astep from Good Form. Soho 3 seater sofa and Juno Ottoman in Olive from Contempa. Cushion covers and Elevation side table, all from CittĂ .

Sophie So Shady hat by Sophie Store. Ay Soho sunglasses, Veja sneakers and framed print, all from Father Rabbit. Books and magazines from Sunday Home Store. Vase stylist’s own. Rug from Mood Store. Arch Lean mirror by Made of Tomorrow.

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Expert tip: WALLPAPER HALF THE WALL By pairing the wallpaper with a bold colour paint, you add even more impact. We’ve teamed Resene Wallpaper Collection MG11102, a gold patina look wallpaper, with Resene Nero to add even more drama.

Resene Wallpaper Collection MG11102. Walls and floor in Resene Nero. Art Print Original by Claire Stapleton X LA TRIBE. Frame from Country Road. Inside Pendant Lamps Oblure by Oblure, Tokyo Stool OMK 1965, by OMK 1965, ‘Von’ armchair by Ercol, all from Good Form. Cushion from Mood Store. Arch Lean mirror by Made of Tomorrow. Brass Drum coffee table from Contempa. Books and magazines from Sunday Home Store. Pot, plants and candle stylist’s own.

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Craig Orr Our new Bayleys columnist shares his secrets to property success and why there’s no place like the Bay of Plenty.

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rowing up, my family had a bach at the Mount on Oceanview Road, so we’d escape Hamilton and spend our summers here by the beach. But it wasn’t until I met my wife Natasha, not long after I moved back to New Zealand from Perth, that I finally moved to the Bay for good. Tash was working at clothing store Augustine, and one day I went in there with my sister and son Duke (now 11), who was two at the time. It was instant fireworks. Now Tash and I are raising our daughters, Estelle (7) and Ivy (3), while Duke, a budding surfer, lives in Jan Juc in Victoria. Safe to say I’m itching to see him when the trans-Tasman bubble gets going!

Mount to Waihi Beach, but you’ll often find me in Omanawa, Te Puna and Tauriko.

The best part is I’ve made some really good friends working in the business.

I even attended the wedding of some great clients who recently got married on the Te Puna property I sold them.

People buy from people they trust, and I can tell almost instantly how a buyer feels about a home. You can sense it – and that’s the key to doing a great job.

Just the other week, I had a client wanting to buy a property I’d listed, but she needed to sell hers first. We got it on the market for her and sold it within a week. To help someone make the move they want to make in a stress-free, positive way is what it’s all about.

As a former landscaper, part of what I bring to the table is my hands-on experience in making a home more

In my twenties, I moved to Western Australia to play semi-professional rugby in the coastal suburb of Cottesloe.

It was through the club I met a French stonemason and learned the ropes. That led me to setting up my own landscape construction business alongside a friend and carpenter. We grew it into a successful business, but in 2011, after 15 years, it was time for me to come home. The shift got me thinking about how long I wanted to stay on the tools, and after chatting with my good friend Stephen Shale – a Bayleys auctioneer who was then manager of Bayleys Waikato – I was motivated to follow my passion into property, where I’m proud to say I’ve been for nine years.

I also couldn’t do it all without my personal assistant, Corinne Brooks.

You need to work as a team and she’s my backbone.

Being in real estate with Bayleys is a 24/7 job, but being my own boss means I can be flexible around my children. I live for the mornings when we scooter to school and kindy. It’s that close-knit-village feel of our city that makes it such a fantastic place to work and raise a family.

I started off in lifestyle property but naturally moved into residential property through referrals, and as my familyminded clients moved around, selling their properties to upgrade or downsizing after their kids had moved out. I cover much of Tauranga and the outskirts, from the

liveable when it comes to the backyard.

In the Bay of Plenty, so many of us live outside, so I can help clients see how to create the ideal outdoor spaces.

When not selling properties and spending time with his family, Craig enjoys surfing and spending time at the beach.

On weekdays, you can find me heading up the Mount with my phone torch at dusk.

On the weekends, between open homes, I get down to the beach with the kids and out on my surfboard whenever I can.

That’s the thing about living here – you can have a busy day, but the minute you head up the Mount or hit the sand, it all just washes away.

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Only the best Prepare to upgrade your dream home with these six grand Bay of Plenty builds

by Gudsell Builders.

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The rural resort WOOD, CONCRETE AND SPACE With his father in the trade and having pretty much grown up on building sites, it was inevitable that Matt Gudsell would be a builder. He farmed for five years, but the tools soon called him back. And that’s a good thing, because Matt has built a solid reputation for creating beautiful homes throughout the Bay of Plenty and Waikato – and for making their owners happy indeed.

“What attracted me to building was seeing the result of all the effort and time that goes into building one of our houses,” says Matt. “I like to see the reward of a job really well done, and that comes down to attention to detail and quality of finish, making sure everything’s just right and to the very highest standard.”

To achieve those standards, at Gudsell Builders, Matt has built a team that shares his keen eye and a passion built on 30 years in the trade. “People are much more discerning now – they know what they want,” says Matt of their customers.

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“The industry is constantly evolving too.

In addition to our team of 24, we have eight apprentices, and the old hands and new guys work hard to keep up to date with the latest technology and products to make sure we offer the very best available. I like to think that what people see in us is dependability and quality, and seeing the job well done is still what I love about what I do – I wouldn’t be doing it if I didn’t.”

Dependability and quality is certainly what attracted the owners of one of Gudsell Builders’ latest projects in Tauranga’s Bethlehem, for a family of four who were relocating from the Mount and wanted more living space and room to entertain. “Our first experience of building had been great,” says one of the homeowners. “But we were taking our new build to the next level, so we wanted a trusted builder, someone who’d done a lot of quality homes – and Matt had a good reputation for that and for being financially secure.

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LEFT Huge decks wrap around the exterior, and the louvres create a ceiling outdoors for a sense of warmth and cosiness while maximising fresh air and views. BOTTOM Vaulted ceilings allow the space to breathe.

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You hear people say that they’ll never build again, but we loved the whole process.

“Throughout the whole process, we knew that if there was any problem, we could take it to him and he’d take it seriously and fix it. Quality’s very important to him, so if he sees something that isn’t right, he’ll get it fixed, and that’s really important. From a client’s perspective, you don’t always know what to look for, so having his attention to detail was fantastic.”

That shows through in the finished home, which Matt says was a big project with many decorative concrete finishes that took careful setting up to get just right, as well as large decks built for family and friends.

“Gudsell Builders have a great team, which means the whole process flows really well, with plenty of communication,” adds the homeowner.

“You hear people saying that they’ll never build again, but we loved the whole process. When you have a partner like Matt, it makes it easy.”

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The country retreat CONTEMPORARY CEDAR LUXE The two-storey home the team built for George Lin and his wife in Te Puna, Tauranga was the couple’s first new build. Cedar plays a central role in the elegant home. With its natural insulation and ability to soften sounds, it was an obvious choice to blend into the natural surroundings of Te Puna.

“It was our architect, Brendon Gordon, who recommended Gudsell Builders to us,” says George. “We found Matt and his team very easy to talk to. I really enjoyed the process, so much so that I started thinking that I should build another house! I’ll definitely use Matt and his team again – I wouldn’t change a thing about working with him.”

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The contemporary dwelling with cedar timber throughout is testament to their commitment to quality and communication.

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The long, slender lines created by the cedar throughout the house create a calm flow of energy as you move from room to room.

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This Mt Maunganui home merges the Kiwi coastline with thoroughly modern living spaces that champion the tone and texture of stone and timber.

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The beach breeze A GOOD TIME ALL ’ROUND

Meanwhile, Pete McSweeney’s beachfront Mt Maunganui home merges the Kiwi coastline with thoroughly modern living spaces that champion the tone and texture of stone and timber.

Thanks to its carefully crafted open plan, floor-to-ceiling glass and showcasing of materials, it was a design that demanded top-notch craftsmanship and expertise to bring it alive.

“We wanted a modern-day beach house and a builder who could deliver the dream we had and that the architect encapsulated,” says Pete. Gudsell Builders seemed the obvious choice.

“I looked at some of the homes they’d built and was really impressed. Gudsell Builders have a great team of people who weren’t just top builders, but top blokes as well. Having good banter on site made the process so much easier.”

ABOVE: Every space in the house opens out to the expansive view, maximised by floor-to-ceiling glass.

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The urban calm RIGHT FIRST TIME Chic and modernist, this Gudsell Buildings home on Campbell Road, Tauranga, is nevertheless a cosy family home designed both for living and entertaining. The indoor/ outdoor flows are well-managed to ensure privacy and a sense of being tucked away in peace and seclusion.

“One of the features of this home is the use of in situ concrete,” says Matt, referring to things like the fireplace and interior walls that are poured on site in painstakingly constructed moulds. “It’s a lot of work installing the timber formers for this - and you have to get it right first time, because it’s concrete, after all.”

Another feature of this home is the use of timber throughout. “Cedar is a popular choice right now,” Matt says. “It has great durability, but mostly it’s about the look. There was a lot of detailing in this build, particularly around the use of cedar, and that was pretty exacting work, but the finished result speaks for itself.”

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OPPOSITE The bathroom makes the most of the peaked roof to create volume.

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The pavilion-style house features a double-storey living area, vertical shiplap cedar and unobstructed views.

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The evolution build BELOW Double-height windows in the vaulted living area create a relationship with the outdoors that you can’t turn away from.

GLASS AND LIGHT David and Ainsley Ewings’ impressive property in one of Tauranga’s avenues began as a concept drawing, but in collaboration with their architect and Gudsell Builders, it evolved into something unique. The pavilion-style house features a double-storey living area, vertical shiplap cedar and unobstructed views – and the couple are quick to credit Matt with helping to make it a reality.

“He’s very collaborative, and any issue he saw was flagged well ahead of time so it could be discussed,” says David. “The build went smoothly, even though it was quite a difficult time, with problems with materials being withdrawn meaning we had to consider other options.

But we worked on that with Matt and just worked our way through it.”

“They were such a nice team to work with,” says Ainsley. “Matt is just delightful – and man, did he get the job done. This house is so different, it’s fantastic, so we’re really, really happy.”

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Multi Living MODERN AND TRADITIONAL Just a short walk from the sea with commanding views of the coastline, this home was a demanding building project. A supercharged take on the Kiwi beach house, mixing traditional and modern materials, this was a combination that required exacting building techniques, not to mention extensive work involved in preparing the site.

“We spent a good six to eight months working on the retaining walls and concrete pours needed for a solid foundation,” says Matt. “It’s the kind of work that goes unseen, but has to be done right.”

The finished home is a real head-turner, with a subtle colour palette balancing the scale of the build. “The interior is quite minimalist,” Matt says, and though this looks simple, the execution has to be spot-on. “There is just no room for error with a look like this – the cabinetry uses band-sawn timber, which looks simple but has to be absolutely perfect.”

And perfect is just what his home is, having picked up the Master Builders Home of The Year Award.

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OPPOSITE A bach is taken to a whole new level of scale, while retaining the laidback beach vibe.

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A supercharged take on the Kiwi beach house, mixing traditional and modern materials, this was a combination that required exacting building techniques.

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Good nights in Greg Davidson of George Street Linen believes that if you invest in the best bedding, you’ll never look back.

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on’t wear pyjamas. That’s the advice from bed linen expert Greg Davidson of Whakatāne’s George Street Linen.

He says once you’ve experienced carefully sourced, well-woven sheets and duvets, you won’t want anything to come between you.

Textiles for life I’ve been in textile design for 40 years, in New York, Sydney, China, everywhere!

I’ve travelled the world overseeing their design and production.

The textile centre of the world moved to China, so in 2003 I shifted to Shanghai to supply businesses like John Lewis and Macy’s with their own branded linen.

In 2018, I was living in Shanghai with 25 million other people when I visited Whakatāne. I fell in love with this cute little town with no traffic lights, so when I saw a 1920s garage up for sale, I bought it, filled it with beautiful bed linen – and now, here we are.

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Au naturel I’m a great believer in natural fibres.

We use cotton, linen, bamboo, wool and merino. The benefit is that they’re temperature-regulating, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer.

Cotton Our cotton is a blend of American, Australia and Chinese. We spin the same cotton and use one yarn woven in different constructions.

“Our linen is Belgian. We like it because there’s a low minerality in Belgian water, which makes the linen very strong.”

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Percale is a plain weave with a smooth surface, so it’s more likely to keep you cool at night.

Sateen There are more yarns on the face of sateen than on the back, so it’s a butterysoft weave that gives a shiny effect.

Cotton jersey This is knitted on a circular machine.

We do a reverse twist on every second yarn. Fun fact: It’s the same supplier that Calvin Klein uses for his underwear.

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George Street Linen’s bedding and homeware places the focus on quality and sustainability so you can sleep extra-soundly.

Products are provided in their own reusable fabric bags.

I’m linen all the way. It’s my personal favourite. Our linen is Belgian. We like it because there’s a low minerality in Belgian water, which makes the linen very strong when it’s processed.

Merino There are so many benefits to New Zealand-made merino, so I had a sample duvet cover made and slept under it.

It’s total heaven, and very easy to throw in the washer and dryer. I hadn’t heard of merino duvet covers before – I think ours are the only ones in the world.

Colours This season, we’re seeing earthy colours like clay, olive, hazel and cypress.

Mustard is being used as an accent – the shot of yellow is very popular.

See the full range at 16 George St, Whakatāne and Sisters & Co, 208 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui.

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Two’s company This powerhouse partnership in the real estate business is revolutionising sales in Rotorua.

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or nearly five years, Jodi Ratahi and Kerif Smerdon of EVES Realty have been hitting top-selling prices in street after street across Rotorua. In fact, they have achieved recognition in the top five percent of EVES salespeople for 2019/20.

The pair became a partnership after working together on a joint listing and enjoying each other’s style and ethos.

“We both come from very supportive families that have enabled us to be focused and driven,” says Jodi. “The addition to the team was bringing on board our lovely PA Heather MaGuire in the first year of our partnership. We so appreciate her loyalty, encouragement and dedication – we love her dearly.”

Both Jodi and Kerif started working at a young age, with people from all walks of life. They learnt the importance of customer service and attention to detail, which they’ve found ultimately generates repeat business. Keeping true to these fundamental values is what drives them today.

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“We each bring different strengths to the team. Working in this way makes a huge difference.”

BELOW Kerif (left) and Jodi (right) at the gateway to Whakarewarewa, the living Māori Village.

The powerful duo have been selling homes together for almost five years, which is unusual for real-estate partnerships. “We each bring different strengths to the team,” says Kerif.

“Working in this way makes a huge difference. We’re also one of the only Māori business partnerships in the industry in our city, and we’re very proud of that. Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi. Everybody has something to offer, and by working together we can all flourish.”

Jodi and Kerif believe the Rotorua market has been historically undervalued, and this has fuelled their focus on achieving high

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“Our best possible outcome is when a buyer walks in paying what they want, and a vendor walks out getting what they want.”

sale prices for their clients. “Our pricing evaluations are incredibly accurate,” says Jodi. “Based on previous transactions, we can demonstrate to our vendors that around 95 percent of our properties sell within or well above our appraisal range.”

Believing that their success comes from their trust in each other and their genuine concern for their clients, Jodi says, “Our best possible outcome is when a buyer walks in paying what they want, and a vendor walks out getting what they want. We treat our clients how we’d want to be treated.”

Their experience with property transactions gives these women the expertise to guide clients through transactions, helping smooth out the sale process despite changing bank and legislative requirements. They’re also members of the Federation of Māori Authorities, and support a number of local schools and kura kaupapa in the area because, as Kerif says, “Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari, he toa takitini.

Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”

After a careful selection process to find the best people to sell their property, Maxine and Roger Houkamau are two vendors who decided that Jodi and Kerif stood out from the rest. “Jodi, Kerif and their support team are experienced, professional and personable – we loved their friendly, honest and consultative approach,” says Maxine. “They took the time to truly understand our needs, carefully advised us on property presentation ideas to maximise the sale and provided excellent insights about the market, including upcoming developments. They then sold our 94 | u n o m a g a z i n e . c o . n z

ABOVE Kerif (left) and Jodi (right) under the impressive entrance at Te Puia, Rotorua.

property above asking price in just a few weeks after listing.”

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Real estate sales in Rotorua have been strong throughout 2020. The market has experienced rapid growth, with median prices rising 9 percent in June 2020 compared with a year earlier and by over 40 percent in the last three years.

“Things have really stepped up a notch since the national lockdown,” says Kerif.

“We were already seeing more activity in the market at the start of the year – now with the current financial climate, activity has increased, and buyers on all

Jodi and Kerif are strong advocates for

estate needs.”

Rotorua. “Our city is beautiful, with lots of activities to attract people, such as world-class trout fishing, superb mountain biking and walking tracks, our incredible Redwood Forest and thermal wonderland, and there are lots of free events for families,” says Jodi. “It’s a place that really looks after people, and we love it!”

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Now we’re talking Once an army drill instructor, Grant Child is the auctioneer for EVES. He joined UNO for a chat.

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t seems Grant Child was destined to use his voice.

Never mind his former life as a drill instructor, the EVES auctioneer has called more than 9000 auctions during his 20 years - as many as 54 in one day. He and his wife Cheryl live in an Otumoetai home he called to auction, but didn’t sell, under the hammer. As he listened to himself describing it, it sounded so good, he was sold!

With his hammer-shaped cufflinks catching the light, Grant – who covers most of the EVES auctions in the Bay of Plenty – sat down to enthusiastically talk some more to UNO, sharing tips, misconceptions, facts, figures and the ABC “buyer alphabet”, and mentioning the many charity auctions he calls and his sheer passion for the job... He says he never loses his voice.

There’s undoubtedly plenty to talk about, as auctions are on the rise.

They’re the preferred method of property sale in the Bay of Plenty and they’re here to stay. Their clearance rate is incredible, says Grant, and they’re transparent – they give every buyer an equal opportunity to purchase and vendors the chance to pinpoint the buyer who’s prepared to pay the most. As such, they identify a property’s true market value.

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“It’s a thrill to bring the hammer down and witness people’s excitement.”

Auctions are the method of sale that achieve the highest price in the shortest time frame, and Grant loves them. “It’s a thrill to bring the hammer down and witness people’s excitement,” he says.

Sweaty palms and buyers sitting on their hands for fear of an accidental upward arm jerk, Grant’s seen it all. Whereas some buyers love the thrill of an auction, others feel fear, fuelled by the worry that they’re going to pay too much. Grant’s advice for short-circuiting this is to establish three figures: What you’d like to secure the property for; the price you are happy to go to; and your walk-away, absolute ceiling price, so you don’t get forced into a position you can’t afford.

Talk auctions with Grant and you can’t help but notice the words “absolute nonsense” repeated again and again.

That, he says, is because of the misconceptions people have about them. Here are his top five insights.

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There’s more to an auction than selling under the hammer.

Auctions are a process, says Grant, a complete marketing programme with different phases of activity spanning 90 days – 30 days leading up to the auction and 60 days post-auction (if the property doesn’t sell under the hammer). Phase one of the process begins when a property is listed. “We gather market intelligence from buyers active in the marketplace and take that information back to the vendors so a realistic reserve can be set,” says Grant.

Phase two is the calling of an auction.

It gives cashed up, unconditional buyers (A buyers) the first opportunity to buy the property and work with the seller.

Phase three kicks into action if an A buyer hasn’t been identified and there’s the need to continue searching for a buyer or to

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work with people categorised as B or C buyers. B buyers are those who still need to do their due diligence by acquiring specialist reports, while C buyers are those who have an existing house to sell before they can buy another one. Both B and C buyers get their first opportunity to buy after an auction.

Grant says that if a house doesn’t sell at auction, it’s likely due to one of three things: The buyers identified aren’t in cash, unconditional positions; the buyers and sellers aren’t in agreement on the value; or buyers for the property aren’t in the marketplace as salespeople work through phase one of the campaign.

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The price goes up of the buyers’ volition, not the auctioneer’s.

Vendors sign a reserve form, authorising the auctioneer to submit bids on their behalf. These “vendor bids” are only used when bidding is well below the owner’s expectations. They are used to bring a single bidder into a position where they can continue negotiations with the seller during the auction.

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Think about levels.

“We present an opportunity,” says Grant.

“When buyers say they’re not prepared to pay more, we suggest vendors ask themselves: ‘Does the offer allow you to achieve what you want to achieve to move on to the next stage of your life?’ If the answer is yes, we suggest they sell.”

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Auctions are for everyone and every property.

What it comes down to is willing buyer, willing seller, says Grant. It’s not just a process for top-end or unique properties.

Grant’s highest sale price was $7,320,000 for a Coromandel orchard, and his lowest was $35,000 for a house in Murupara.

Fast facts The Realty Group (EVES + Bayleys) is consistently selling between 60 and 70 percent of its properties under the hammer.

The number of Realty Group auctions is up 10 to 15 percent on last year.

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Conditional and first-time buyers are welcome at auctions too.

If this sounds like you, Grant says you should still view auction properties.

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During the month of October, EVES Bay Of Plenty and Waikato held 113 auctions, with 92 properties sold.

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That’s lifestyle A forward-thinking development on the cusp of Mt Maunganui and Papamoa brings together two unique destinations to redefine not just the way retirement villages look, but the whole concept of retirement itself.

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The Pacific Lakes Village in Papamoa.

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acific Coast Village and Pacific Lakes Village are in prime locations close to the spectacular Bay of Plenty coastline. The setting is consistently voted one of New Zealand’s top beachside holiday spots, but these residential properties don’t just rest on the laurels of location, location, location. Instead, they’re creating an entirely new retirement experience as part of the Generus Living Group, who’ve built an unrivalled reputation for creating some of New Zealand’s most respected lifestyle villages.

Already an admired destination, Pacific Coast Village is a place people are proud to call home. As manager Carl Braddock says, Pacific Coast’s model isn’t based on the outdated concept of a “retirement home” but is firmly rooted in hospitality.

“Our team and our thinking come from a hospitality background, so we aim to offer something with a very different feel – something more like a resort, with lounges and eateries you’d be happy to visit and invite friends to visit,” he says.

It’s a concept that has very much found favour with residents, their family and friends and community clubs. Pacific Coast’s The Grill Brasserie was voted 2019’s Restaurant of the Year by the Tauranga Beefsteak & Burgundy Club; it’s a favourite among families in the area.

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ABOVE The grand entrance at the Beach House, Pacific Coast.

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Given the Village’s setting and facilities, it’s easy to see why. The Beach House Community Centre houses the brasserie, an eatery and lounge; a club lounge bar; study, craft and activity rooms; a hair salon and spa treatment room; and a movie theatre. The Summer House is home to a lounge and library area complete with fireplace and television, pool table, bar, kitchenette and dining space. Immaculate grounds, a pool, spa and gardens complete the picture, all backed up by the kind of elevated care that’s nice to know is there but doesn’t get in the way of enjoying life.

“I really think we’re doing something ahead of the curve here,” says Carl. “Our residents live in what feels like a resort, and with the safety and security that a village provides.” The Hikurangi Serviced Apartments provide a supported living

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“We are committed to providing our residents with a unique, modern, and engaging community, a place that is both tranquil and energising.”

Modern eateries host residents and friends every day.

LEFT + BELOW It’s easy to stay active with gorgeous facilities like the swimming pool and bowling green.

environment with a range of services, like concierge-delivered courtesy vehicles to aid independence. “This is a really active place and we help our residents get the most out this great location and community,” says Carl. “In March, we will start construction of our care facility, which will provide rest home and hospitallevel care for our residents.”

This leading of the curve is echoed at Pacific Lakes Village, which focuses on wellbeing, sustainability and community spirit. With park-like grounds that feature stunning waterways, Pacific Lakes Village is unique in class. This considered environment comes together to offer so much more than just somewhere to live.

“We are committed to providing our residents with a unique, modern and engaging community, a place that is both tranquil and energising.” says manager Mark Vincent.

“Sustainability is important to us, so we’re including eco-friendly touches throughout the village” says Mark. “There will be a glasshouse, a climate-controlled growing house, and a variety of fruit trees. Each residence has its own raised

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ABOVE + RIGHT Morning light streaming in at both villages.

“Sustainability is important to us, so we’re including eco‑friendly touches throughout the village.”

Like Pacific Coast Village, Pacific Lakes Village is an active part of the local community. “We are delighted and encouraged with the positive feedback from everyone,” says Mark. “This is a great location, close to the beach and shops, so residents are able to enjoy the city and coast, and keep in touch with friends and family.”

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garden beds so that residents can grow their own vegetables. And the village is creating its own ecosystem, via a series of waterways, fed from rainwater and natural aquifers that will support the regeneration of plant and birdlife.

The Lake House, the first community precinct, is under construction and will operate off-the-grid, with solar power and a rainwater recycling system. This stylish Sumich Chaplin-designed complex will have sweeping decks and a barbecue area over the lakes; a fabulous community hub for events, activities and socialising.

Next to the Lake House will be a full-size, green-weave bowling green.

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Let’s get festive O come all ye keen to be inspired!

Christmas has come to Landmark Homes’s newest showhome.

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hristmas was always going to come to Landmark’s Omokoroa showhome.

With co-owner of Bay of Plenty Landmark Homes Carly Stewart on the scene, there’s no way decorations would have bypassed the eye-catching hilltop abode.

Carly was born on Christmas Day, so she’s always been known as “a Christmas baby”.

“I think that’s a big part of why I’m as Christmas-mad as I am,” she says.

And so, for a wee while now, she’s been gathering ribbons, fabric, spray paint, greenery and boxes doctored to resemble gifts to add Christmas cheer to the showhome. There’s a Christmas tree, too, of course.

Her ornamentation ideas arrived well before the onset of the festive season.

“I had a vision for this very early on, way back when we were designing the home, and could envisage myself dressing it to add festive magic,” says Carly, who co-owns the Landmark Homes Bay of Plenty franchise with her husband, Logan. She’s been decorating since the beginning of November.

“No one holds me back at Christmastime,” she says.

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Carly knew the colour scheme she’d chosen for the showhome would be a fantastic canvas. The house is a celebration of white – the perfect foil for the hues traditionally associated with Christmas. This much is immediately evident when you visit the bedecked house, with a beautiful green wreath on the front door providing the promise of more loveliness inside.

Beyond the entryway, pine and conifer greenery is swirled around the stairwell balustrade and secured with white ribbons. Carly was keen to keep this area “fresh and simple” as the staggered rattan-style pendant lights already provide décor delight. From here, there’s an uninterrupted view of the glorious tree down the long gallery to the main living area.

It’s in this open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area that Carly has concentrated her Christmas creativity. The Christmas tree takes centre stage with its all-white decorations. Carly and Logan’s youngest children, Summer (11) and Isla (3), have helped with the shopping trips to find the best white baubles and the like.

Underneath, pine needles and calico bows elevate brown-paper parcels from plain to pretty.

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FROM LEFT Brass fixtures at the front door and throughout the home bring Carly’s Christmas colour palette together. The view of the elegantly dressed tree from the entryway awaits as you enter the home. Brass details on the perfectly prepared table.

Plenty of attention has been paid to the dining table too. As well as needing to look celebratory, it had to be elegant, summery and Kiwi, says Carly. The table itself is crafted from aged timber, so is a suitably neutral canvas on which to arrange some key players: Calico placemats, gold-rimmed crockery, goldlook cutlery, palm fronds, red berries and strawberries. Carly used a mix of dried and fresh greenery, plus she got creative and dusted gold spray onto pinecones.

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“I love this home and getting to style it for Christmas is just the cherry on top. I want people to come and visit, be inspired and start visualising how their own homes can look this Christmas.”

This technique has also been used to add wow to a kitchen-top arrangement.

Carly points out that the gold touches work well not only with the festive theme but also the house, which features brass and gold touches throughout, in the tapware, for example.

“This has been my dream project,” says Carly. “I love this home and getting to style it for Christmas is just the cherry on top. I want people to come and visit, be inspired and start visualising how their own homes can look this Christmas.”

TOP Pine and conifer greenery effortlessly adorns the grand staircase. BELOW Christmas pav is a Kiwi must-have.

Do just that at 2 Goldstone Place, Harbour Ridge, Omokoroa.

The showhome is open from Tuesday to Sunday from noon until 4pm, and by appointment.

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Stacey Jones The Kitchen Takeover founder reckons we should all start spreading the food news.

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hen I arrived in the Bay a decade ago, the foodscape was reminiscent of a visit to Nando’s on a sleepy Sunday afternoon – although there wasn’t even a Nando’s in town to enjoy at the time. Having come here from London, a city of 9 million, I was left feeling hungry for innovation, variety and quality, so in the past decade, I’ve been very happy to see our food scene rise like an artisan sourdough.

Feeling as if you have to drive to Auckland for a slap-up meal is no longer a thing. From Vietnamese to Lebanese, cheap eats to posh nosh, the Bay has become a mecca for makers, culinary innovators and passionate growers.

Our glimmering coastline is dotted with unique foodie experiences, like turkeys waiting to be devoured on Christmas Day. There’s a thriving pop-up scene, craft beer and cider by the flagonfuls, basketfuls of artisan bakers and all sorts of cafés and coffee roasteries. Keen for some Japanese-Māori fusion? Head to Izakai. Dessert cocktails? Visit Fife Lane.

Instagrammable freakshakes? Hit Hide Away. A seven-course dégustation on a Wednesday night? Try Clarence. We’ve become a sophisticated bunch of foodies, ready to bite into the best the Bay has to offer every day of the week.

So why are we still primarily known as the avocado and kiwifruit capital of New Zealand, and how might we change

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“We have world-class people, produce, places and plates, so we need to tell the world.”

perceptions? To understand our current reputation, you have to look to the past.

What this reveals is the bones of a mouthwatering story. Captain Cook was right to name us the Bay of Plenty when he caught sight of our abundance of produce and perfect growing conditions. It wasn’t until later that the monoculture scenes took hold.

Today, we have world-class people, produce, places and plates, so we need to tell the world. If you have friends or family visiting this summer, take them to one of the local hotspots profiled in this month’s issue.

Jump on a Brewbus and visit one of our many microbreweries. Hop on an e-bike and head out for a glass of feijoa cider at The Cider Factorie. Indulge in a handmade ice-cream from Mount Made.

Devour a Dave Dobbyn dumpling at January’s First We Eat festival.

Savour the plethora of gins at February’s Gincredible. Let’s all become local food guides, do plenty, eat plenty and celebrate the one and only Bay of Plenty.

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Elliot’s even been known to give away ice-creams to well-behaved children!

Head to 2 Newton Street, Mt Maunganui and you’ll find Ichiban purveying street food with a Japanese twist. Owner/chef Karen Onishi is a food engineer by trade and passionate about great food. Ichiban arose from her love of tasty and authentic Japanese street food, and she brings to her customers the best of Japanese home cooking, using family recipes, authentic flavours and the freshest ingredients to deliver the best food experience from a cool vintage caravan.

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On the menu: Innovative street food – ribs, wraps, tacos, poke bowls, gourmet burgers and sliders, pies, fries and more from around $4–15.

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Brigitte and Lew Davies have taken their decades of combined experience in the fishing and seafood industry and turned it into a business that’s really going places – usually to the Mount, Papamoa, Matua or beside the Wairoa River, depending on the day. They absolutely love meeting fellow oyster-lovers and introducing newbies to the oyster world.

Soul Boul co-founders Alexandra Bell and Stacey Horton have been friends since university, bonding over being active, healthy, happy humans with a shared love of good food and coffee. With backgrounds in hospitality, after graduating, they decided to open New Zealand’s first smoothie bowl food truck together.

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Sushi chef Fernando Pinilla just wants to make people happy – and if you’ve ever visited him at his cart, Sushi Pandas, you’ll know he’s quite the entertainer! A sushi chef for 18 years and originally from Chile, he arrived in Aotearoa 10 years ago. Today, his threeyear-old food truck is well-loved in Tauranga and Rotorua. Catch Sushi Pandas the Mount Main Beach Wednesday to Sunday, and the Bay’s biggest summer festivals and local markets too.

Can’t choose just one food truck?

Come to First We Eat, Tauranga’s brand new summer food and wine festival. Celebrity chefs Kārena and Kasey will be there, and it will all be rounded out with beats from favourites like Dave Dobbyn and Alayna. Favourites like Fricken Chicken and Hun Bun’s famous bao buns will be washed down with Leveret Estate Wines and Good George ciders. Grab a spot on the warm grass and while away the long weekend.

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A real dish New restaurant Sugo serves Italian-inspired creations at their finest – fancy-ish and full of colour.

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hen Ian Harrison says Tauranga’s new eatery, Sugo, is his happy place, it’s a comment to savour.

He’s opened 19 restaurants and hotels on behalf of others, five of them in two years as an executive chef, and cooked his way around the world for 20-plus years working with chefs of high repute and at Michelin-starred restaurants.

His dream was to own his own restaurant, and UNO is sitting in that dream interviewing the man himself.

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British-born Ian is chef and co-owner of Sugo, which became a tasty addition to Tauranga’s eating scene in early November. “It’s contemporary, seasonal, fresh and a nod to Italy with a laid back, easygoing feel,” he says. “These days I just want good, fresh food in a relaxed setting. So that’s what we set about creating. I think I’ve become a Kiwi!”

Ian came to New Zealand for eight months 10 years ago. He fell in love with the country – and one of its inhabitants, whom he’s since wed. Five years were spent in Auckland, then it was on to the Bay of Plenty, where he was executive chef at Alpino and Clarence. At Alpino, he sharpened his skills in Italian cuisine; at Clarence he fine-tuned his EuropeanKiwi tools. “Those combined, brought me to Sugo,” he says.

ABOVE Chicken saltimbocca with prosciutto and capers.

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ABOVE Clevedon buffalo ricotta tortellini with pumpkin and sage.

BELOW The tastefully authentic fit-out is welcoming and comfortable.

“I just want good, fresh food in a relaxed setting. I think I’ve become a Kiwi!”

On Wharf Street, Sugo is hard to miss.

The facade of the Italian-inspired eatery is green, white lights and planters hang overhead, and red umbrellas shelter tables topped with terracotta plant pots. Indoors, a variety of seating options cater for 60 to 70. Alfresco dining numbers (when the Wharf Street upgrade is completed) will sit at 50.

Sugo’s tagline is “Italian inspired” and Ian believes anyone who’s been to Italy will taste the connection. Ian, who preserves and ferments as well as cooks, enthuses over seasonal and fresh food, and says pasta and antipasti are stars, as are unsung heroes in the meat world.

“Sugo” means “sauce” and there’ll be plenty of that – he’s a dab hand at making

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BELOW Ian Harrison (left) and Josh Fitzgerald (right) in their recently opened restaurant.

TOP RIGHT Burnt rewarewa honey and thyme panna cotta. CENTRE RIGHT Macerated strawberries with Heilala vanilla fromage. BOTTOM Buffalo mozzarella and heirloom tomato Neapolitan pizza.

“I’m cooking good food, enjoying myself and making my mum and dad proud. This place reminds me why I got into doing what I do.” them and they’re a key element in Italian cooking.

The focus of Ian’s time is on what goes into each dish. He has about 19 suppliers who offer top-notch products. “I want to source the best ingredients I can find, do as little as possible to them, then deliver so the products can sing,” he says.

He doesn’t see the need for too many ingredients per dish, either, nor an extensive menu. Everything you see on the plate has been lovingly grown and chosen.

Ian and business partners Josh Fitzgerald and Warren and Megan Lippi-Smith have ensured Sugo dining is also affordable

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– most mains are $30 and nothing’s over $35. A lunch menu will be added in February, perfect for those working in the CBD. Oh, and free of charge are dog biscuits made in-house for visiting pooches.

“I’m cooking good food, enjoying myself and making my mum and dad proud,” says Ian. “This place reminds me why I got into doing what I do.”

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Summer cocktails Crank up the temperature then cool down with these summer takes on the classics.

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Classic G&T It has to Hendrick’s for a botanical hit. Cucumber keeps it fresh.

INGREDIENTS 45 ml Hendrick’s gin 150 ml good tonic water

3 thinly sliced rounds of cucumber METHOD Combine all ingredients in a highball glass filled with cubed ice. Lightly stir and serve. Garnish with 3 thinly sliced rounds of cucumber.

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Midsummer Spritz This small-batch special edition from Hendrick’s is crisp and light. Perfect for brunch.

INGREDIENTS 40 ml Hendrick’s Midsummer Solstice 10 ml good tonic water 50 ml sparkling wine Cucumber ribbon and orange wedge, to garnish

METHOD Pour ingredients in a wine glass or balloon glass with lots of ice and stir. Garnish with cucumber ribbon around glass and orange wedge.

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HENDRICK’S MAKES FOR A PERFECT DAYTIME OPTION WITH ITS LIGHT, ZESTY FLAVOURS. OPT FOR THE SPICINESS OF GINGER TO BALANCE MONKEY SHOULDER WHISKEY, AND ANGOSTURA BITTERS FOR A POP OF BRIGHT IN AMONG THE COOL.

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Kick like a mule with this little monkey.

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45 ml Monkey Shoulder 120 ml dry ginger ale 1 orange wedge

INGREDIENTS 50 ml Monkey Shoulder Whisky 20 ml fresh lemon juice 2 tsp raspberry jam DASH orange bitters

METHOD Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour in the Monkey Shoulder and dry ginger ale. Gently stir and garnish with the orange wedge.

Soda water (optional)

METHOD Add all ingredients to shaker with fresh ice and shake. Strain into an ice-filled glass and top with soda water if you fancy.

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Lazy Old Fashioned The cocktail that pre-dates cocktails, brought up-to-date with Monkey Shoulder.

INGREDIENTS 50 ml Monkey Shoulder 10 ml sugar syrup

2 dashes Angostura Bitters Orange zest and peel

METHOD Add the Monkey Shoulder, sugar syrup, Angostura Bitters and orange zest to a mixing glass. Add cold, dry ice and stir. Once optimum dilution is reached, strain into glass over fresh ice. Twist orange peel over the glass.

LESS IS MORE WITH THESE COCKTAILS. NO FANCY EQUIPMENT NEEDED, JUST THE BEST INGREDIENTS, BEAUTIFUL GLASSWARE AND FUN COMPANY.

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Ben Hurley The comedian’s bubbling with excitement for another summer of laughs at the Mount, starring some of his funniest friends.

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Mainly for the units of wine.

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Justine – or Jussie, as she’s otherwise known – is an outrageous talent who was born to do stand-up comedy.

Few comedians look more at home on stage than off it, but she’s one of them. One of my closest friends in comedy, I’ve probably done more shows in New Zealand with Justine than anyone else, and it’s always the best time. Until recently, she thought a “unit” of wine was a bottle, but even given doctors’ recommendations that we should have no more than two units a day, that’s still a pretty good time.

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Ben Hurley at his comedy night held at Fire Restaurant in Mount Maunganui.

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After 11 years as Team 1 captain on 7 Days, this comedian is a household name, and having starred in long-running ads for a certain supermarket chain, he’s also a household voice. Paul’s one of the most naturally funny people I’ve ever met and constantly has me in tears of laughter as his stream of consciousness sweeps you over a waterfall of consciousness and crashing onto rocks of ridiculousness below. It’s his first time at the Mount Comedy Festival and he says he’s excited about the shows, but I suspect he’s more excited about exploring the region’s golf courses.

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Oh yeah, and me. I’m in the lineup too.

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This year, the Mount Comedy Festival is back for its fourth year and it’s a festival in

As always, this whole event is all about how I get my friends to come and hang out in the best summer spot in the country for a few days. Here are some of the others in the lineup of shows from 6 to 10 January 2021.

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As far as national bubbles go, we have to count ourselves fairly fortunate to be in the one we’re in, especially as summer approaches. Here’s a chance to really enjoy our bubble and immerse ourselves in everything local: Our beaches, our food, our wine, our music and, of course, our comedy.

a national bubble – also starring two stranded international comedians who got caught in Aotearoa when the madness started and chose to ride it out here. I guess their good luck is also ours. Australia’s Laura Davis and Scotland’s Gary Sansome will perform their solo shows at TOTARA ST this January.

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id you ever think you’d hear the word “bubble” so often in one year? It’s a pretty disarming word, when you think about it. It’s cute, it’s fragile, it’s pretty.

We now all live in bubbles, be they family, work or national.

I’ve flatted with 2019 Fred Award winner James in two different countries. Our flat in Wellington was only slightly better than the one in London, which housed around 16 other Kiwis – although even in the depths of an English winter, it was still warmer than its Wellington counterpart. James has spent the past few years travelling the world, being the critical darling of the big festival circuit in Edinburgh, Melbourne, Adelaide, etc. Now he’s been forced to stay put for a while, I didn’t hesitate to lock him in for the Mount. He’ll be staying somewhere a bit nicer than on a North London floor too.

Brendhan is back to MC the New Act competition, an event that’s become a real staple on the comedy calendar, attracting amateur laugh-hunters from far and wide. Last year, a Dunedinbased American narrowly beat a Tauranga-based American for the title and the money. It’s nice to give the Americans a win now and then, as they’ve had a rough old time. It’s anyone’s guess what’ll happen this year but, as always, Lovegrove will be there presiding and guiding the hopeful into the dark art of stand-up comedy. May God have mercy on them all.

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Say you’ll stay Auckland’s The Hotel Britomart is the new kid on some beautifully restored blocks. Team UNO check in.

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ith its cool, sustainable design; sweeping views of city and sea; soft, pristine sheets; and the kind of bathrooms you’d swap a child for, The Hotel Britomart has recently opened its 5-Green-Star-certified doors. If Auckland’s the new “international” for those of us from the provinces, we’re more than happy to make the trip to experience it.

The spring sunshine was warm and bright when we arrived at the two slender brick towers of the Cheshire Architects-designed hotel, part of a 15-year restoration project of the historic Britomart precinct. The towers are artistically studded with irregularly arranged windows overlooking nine revitalised blocks and that 5 Green Star rating starts outside – at least 50% of the water used in the concrete was recycled and every brick is handmade.

It’s a deal

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Inside, we were greeted by hotel manager Clinton Farley, who served us kawakawa tea while pointing out elements of the design, explaining in fascinating detail where they were salvaged from and how they were restored. We felt like we were standing inside a brand-new piece of history.

Want to book a stay for yourself? Be sure not to make other plans if you do, because between our hotel highlights below and the inner-city attractions on the doorstep, you really won’t need to leave the ’hood.

The Lobby: They broke the rules here and we liked it. There’s a story behind each space and the innovative fit-out means (in a good way) that you can’t really tell where the reception is, unless one of the friendly staff is checking you in.

Our fave: The nook with terracottacoloured fabric walls and a cream built-in sofa.

The Rooms: The 99 rooms and five Landing suites are perfectly proportioned, styled with warm neutrals with an emphasis on texture.

Our fave: The Sans[ceuticals] organic hair and skincare products in the bathrooms.

The Restaurant: As the name suggests, Kingi (short for “kingfish”) celebrates seafood. Just like the rest of the hotel, everything served is sustainable.

Our fave: The mushroom bolognese on Daily Bread’s sourdough for breakfast.

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Te Puna Village What’s happening in this little enclave? Quite a lot, actually. Turn the page for profiles on some of the hottest spots in this part of our fair city.

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Clarke Road Kitchen Eatery This leafy café specialises in smart, simple food, delicious organic coffee and gourmet meals to go – and they run cooking schools, too. Owner Sandy Crooks fills us in.

UNO: What was your journey to Clarke Road Kitchen?

SANDY: Having owned cafés in Egypt and Tauranga, and a catering business, I have more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. My son Ali Mohammed and I opened furniture and homeware store Sandali Home in 2017, then when the café next door became available in 2018, I was asked if I’d take it over. And so Clarke Road Kitchen Eatery was born. It works really well having the two businesses together at Clarke Road Village. We’re dog-friendly and have a lovely children’s area with a playhouse.

What else do you love about being in this neck of the woods?

We love the quiet country atmosphere and our beautiful outdoor garden space – it feels like a little oasis.

Who are your customers?

We really do have the best customers!

We often welcome out-of-town commuters, social groups and weekend cyclists on the Omokoroa trail, and have a devoted following of locals who we know by name and who feel like part of the CRK family.

What are some of your dishes they keep coming back for?

Our hot smoked salmon salad stack with in-house smoked salmon for brekkie; caramelised onion scones and salted caramel brownie for morning tea; beef and bacon burger with a bowl of waffle fries for lunch; and wine, platters and live music in the garden for summery Sunday soirées.

CLARKEROADKITCHEN.CO.NZ 7 CLARKE ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 4405

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Sandy Crooks and son Ali Mohammed.

Furniture and homeware store owner Ali Mohammed says Te Puna is a great shopping destination with all sorts in stock for you to discover.

UNO: So, tell us about Sandali Home...

ALI: I started Sandali Home with my mum Sandy Crooks (who also owns Clarke Road Kitchen Eatery), based on our love of travel, beautiful crafts and hitting the streets to source unique products. On annual family holidays to Bali, we fell in love with the amazing artisans and their crafts, so in 2017, we decided to start Sandali Home, and integrated our first buying trip into our next holiday. We don’t purchase from Bali, but go straight to the source further up in Indonesia and meet all the craftspeople who make our pieces. We source raw and unfinished pieces, fabrics, handles, finishes and everything else needed to create the one-off items we’re known for.

Dog Lounge on Clarke

What are some of your bestsellers?

Our cabinets and sideboards are always popular. Sandali Home is known for having a diverse range of one-off items.

Our ethos is to keep pieces unique to each purchaser. With COVID-19 putting our ability to travel on hold, we’ve had to take a different route recently, and source special pieces from some of the fantastic local wholesalers that import goods here in New Zealand. Once we’re able to travel again, we’ll continue to source our own original pieces that our customers know and love us for.

SANDALIHOME.CO.NZ 7 CLARKE ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 4556

Jane (left) and Georgie (right) with a furry friend.

Jane Watchorn worked and volunteered for the SPCA for many years – now she provides doggy daycare and grooming services for local pooches.

UNO: What do you love about Te Puna?

JANE: I’ve lived in the area on and off for 15 years, so it’s been an exciting journey to be able to both live and work here.

My daughter/co-owner Georgie Armstrong and I love walking the dogs down Clarke Road when the tui are feeding and watching their antics – it’s always a joy to see. Although the dogs don’t quite appreciate the birds as much as we do, we know that they certainly appreciate the stroll down Clarke Road!

What’s a typical day like at Dog Lounge on Clarke? We’re best known for taking dogs to a new level of happiness with our fresh approach to dog daycare and grooming. The day typically begins with lots of tennis-ball throwing and ends with relaxing in the shade or by the pool. Our

customers are the best kind: Fourlegged bundles of joy that never fail to add a spark to your day – and their human companions are pretty cool as well. If we have to pick a favourite, our most interesting regular is Monty the labradoodle, who’s been part of our pack since he was just six months old.

While his mum is at work, he spends his days greeting our customers, running like the wind in the outdoor arena and playing in the pool with his friends.

DOGLOUNGE.CO.NZ 7 CLARKE ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 4768

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Bespoke Physiotherapy & Health Kendall Stevenson’s role as director of this multidisciplinary clinic is just the beginning. The talented mum is also physiotherapist for the NZ Black Fins surf lifesaving team, NZ Black Ferns Development 7s and the NZ Condor 7s teams.

UNO: When did you arrive in Te Puna?

KENDALL: My husband Marty and I moved back to his childhood stomping ground in 2016. Lured by the laid-back Te Puna lifestyle, we ditched our travel plans and purchased a kiwifruit orchard.

I hold a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy, a Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture, and in 2018, I noticed a gap

in the market for a quality clinic that was beautiful, patient-focused and offered multiple health services under one roof, so I took a leap of faith and went for it!

Who are your customers?

We’re incredibly proud of the community we’ve created at Bespoke. We’re also fortunate to have regulars that travel from as far as Whangamata and Gisborne for our services – and great relationships with our local GPs, orthopaedic surgeons and sports specialists too, which keeps things busy and interesting.

What are you best known for?

Our strength is in our expertise and

collaborative approach. Our physiotherapists, massage therapist and personal trainers have all undergone post-graduate training in their selected fields, and the depth of their knowledge and experience is a standout feature behind our success.

We’re also well known for the classes we offer in our studio – with reformer Pilates being a hot favourite.

BESPOKEPHYSIOTHERAPY.CO.NZ 4 TE PUNA ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 4882

Caci Tauranga West Clinic owner Zoe Pettit is passionate about skin health and helping her customers develop what she calls “skin confidence”.

UNO: Why should people choose Caci?

ZOE: Over the past 25 years, Caci has become one of the most trusted names in the skin and appearance industry, known for providing real results within our safe and welcoming clinic. We know that looking great is really about feeling great, and we can make that happen by tailoring a skin health journey that’s just for you.

What can clients expect from the Te Puna location? When looking for a clinic location, one of the most important factors was an environment where community was a focus, and Te Puna has it all. One of the best ways to get to know us is to come on in for a complimentary consultation. We’re there to help you get the information you need

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to take control of your concerns, make the most of our treatment options and understand what results you can achieve within the budget and timeframe that suits you. Typically, a thorough consultation takes around 30 minutes, and every consultation is done by one of our skin experts – we call them the treatment coordinator because they’re the best at putting together a treatment plan based on what you need. They’ll discuss your skin concerns, talk through anything you’d like to improve and have a closer look at your skin to get a clear idea of the changes you’d like to see.

TAURANGA-WEST.CACI.CO.NZ 5/4 TE PUNA ROAD, TE PUNA 07 220 9783

Caci Tauranga West owner Zoe Pettit.

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Te Puna Deli Sam and Attila Kovacs, founders of The Hungarian Artisan Co, make traditionally made, naturally cured, smoked and air-dried Hungarian kolbász (salami). We visit their deli filled with amazing flavours.

UNO: What do you love about being based in Te Puna?

SAM: We love being here. The site for our salami-making business, The Hungarian Artisan Co, has been in Te Puna for several years, then we opened the deli as an addition to it, and it took off.

We have a unique store and the community has been a big support for us since we opened.

Who are your customers?

SAM: We are blessed with a great bunch of customers – mostly locals who we now know on a first-name basis. We love hearing about what’s happening with them and having a bit of banter while they’re waiting on their flat white.

What are some of your most popular deli products?

ATTILA: We love to support local and supply locally grown organic and sprayfree produce along with local and New Zealand-made products such as honey,

ABOVE Owners Sam and Attila.

BELOW Te Puna Deli has a wide selection of local and New Zealand cheeses and unique foods.

Jersey Girl Organic Jersey A2 Milk and fresh-baked sourdough bread.

Our cheese selection is mostly local and New Zealand-made, as is our charcuterie, which includes our own products. We make our own pastries every morning, including our popular Danishes and Portuguese custard tarts, and we’re also well known for our house-made duck liver paté and daily baked glazed ham that we can slice for you to take home and put in your own sandwich. We’ve also been told our coffee is the best in Tauranga, but we don’t like to toot our own horn!

THEHUNGARIANARTISAN.CO.NZ 17B MINDEN ROAD, TE PUNA 021 173 8609

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Grower Direct As well as all kinds of plants, Paul Nielsen and Debbie Heyworth provide contract growing and landscape design services at their four-acre nursery – not to mention their garden club and school talks and tours.

UNO: What’s Grower Direct all about?

DEBBIE: We grow a wide range of ornamental plants – approximately 250 different varieties – as well as an extensive range of herbs, vege seedlings, chillis, peppers and tomatoes. We also specialise in pottery and are the biggest independent importer of pottery into the country – we’ve brought in more than 400 tons in the past 18 months. Grower Direct opened to the public in August 2011, and since then we’ve dramatically increased our range of plants, introduced the pottery and are now starting a large

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ABOVE A sea of green in one of the many huge greenhouses.

RIGHT Just a small selection of the pottery Grower Direct carefully sources.

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TOP Grower Direct owners Paul and Debbie.

Below The small but mighty team that keeps the business running smoothly, come rain hail or shine.

redevelopment of the nursery to keep up with demand. We have a small but very dedicated team of staff we consider family – without them, we simply couldn’t function.

When did you move to Te Puna?

PAUL: The wholesale nursery has been here for 30 years, but 10 years ago Paul took over and opened it to the public.

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convenient for customers as a destination site. We now have customers from Kerikeri to New Plymouth and everywhere in between shopping here regularly.

What’s your other favourite thing to do in the village?

We particularly enjoy the Te Puna Deli and have become friends with owners Sam and Attila. We also love Clarke Road Kitchen and often attend Sandy’s cooking classes.

Who are your customers?

We have a huge following of regulars, a lot of whom have shopped here since the day we opened, and, of course, our social media family, which is growing constantly.

What are some of your big hits?

Our biggest sellers are our lomandra grasses, gardenias, hibiscus, lavender and flowering perennials range. Our vegetable range is also really popular, particularly our Asian and Middle Eastern plants.

GROWERSDIRECT.CO.NZ 52 BORELL ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 5423

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Te Puna Early Learning Centre Owner/operators Karen Rowling and Olivia Thompson have years of experience between them and say the aim of their small centre is to involve as much of the local community as possible.

UNO: When did you move to Te Puna?

KAREN: We had the challenge of taking over the business during lockdown, which meant that for the first two months of ownership, we weren’t even allowed to be in the building! But it’s a great location for us; the centre has always had amazing families and staff and it’s a privilege to be a part of the children’s lives here.

What are you best known for?

Our Dr Seuss décor. The centre was designed to incorporate all that the Dr Seuss stories embody and the belief that “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” Our building is hard to miss as the exterior is pink, white and red-striped.

The children are surrounded by books hanging from the ceiling and a fish tank in a fireplace. We want to create an

environment that encourages children to be curious and think outside the box.

A great Dr Seuss quote that sums us up is: “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?”

What’s your favourite thing to do at Te Puna Village?

OLIVIA: Whenever we have a staff birthday, we head down to Nourish for yummy goodies to celebrate with. It’s also a lovely place to hold a meeting.

TEPUNAELC 4 TE PUNA ROAD,TE PUNA 07 552 4017

The Cider Factorie In 2011 Simon Pearce went from being a wine maker near Australia’s Margaret River, to a cider maker in ‘the fruit bowl’ of Tauranga.

UNO: What goes on in a cidery?

SIMON: At the peak of apple harvest season in late April and May, we are at our busiest. Most of our apples are sourced from the Hawkes Bay but if we need something specific, they are sourced from growers in other parts of the country.

We sort the fruit as it travels to the crusher, where it’s turned into pulp, then pressed. Our Bucher press has been specially designed to work with apples, feijoas, kiwifruit, pears, grapes and other fruits. We have contracts to make juices for other businesses and people, as well as for our thirsty customers.

We ferment at ambient temperatures with minimal intervention, then it’s left

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to mature for several months before we begin to blend, bottle and keg our ciders.

Will you be adding any special releases to your range this summer?

Yes, one of them is the Fruit Salad Cider, based around locally grown strawberry guava, golden kiwifruit, raspberries and, of course, delicious crisp apples, all flavours that reflect the taste of the Bay of Plenty.

What can people expect when they visit The Cider Factorie?

A beautiful setting to taste and buy our ciders, and enjoy fresh flavours from the sharing plate menu. This year we took

home a trophy and four silvers in the NZ Cider Awards. This is a very popular place to spend time with friends and family, so you really do need to book ahead.

THECIDERFACTORIE.CO.NZ 50 OIKIMOKE ROAD, TE PUNA 07 552 4558

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Lisa Goodeve Skincare An internationally qualified aesthetician with 25 years of industry experience, Lisa has created skincare that gets results without chemicals.

UNO: How did you come to be doing what you do?

LISA: Having acne in my teens and working with great therapists and products inspired me to pursue skincare as a career. Over the years, I’ve worked with many different brands, but the products I found with active ingredients that achieved excellent results were always compromised by chemical additives, and often even products that seemed natural included artificial ingredients such as fragrance, colour or preservatives – or they didn’t deliver results. My desire for great skincare without chemicals drove me to create my own ranges in minimal, recyclable packaging.

LEFT: The Lisa Goodeve range of natural skincare products are tailored to suit your skin type.

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When did you set up shop in Te Puna?

I moved to Te Puna two years ago from Apata and it’s the perfect spot – out of the bustle of town, yet not too far out with lovely beaches to enjoy. It’s a great hub of so many interesting places, there’s no need to leave this fab little spot. This awesome community has supported me from the beginning and now I have customers all over the country. It’s such a special place.

What are some of your most popular products?

My Age Repair range, for 30-plus skin, has always been my most popular, but recently the Balancing range for pre-teen to late-20s has become a huge hit; I’ve been working with teens to educate them about skin through consultations and workshops. The recent introduction of my men’s range has been fantastic. Men have used the Age-Repair products for a long time, but I felt it was important to give them a range specific to their needs.

If I had to pick just one top-selling item, though, it would have to be the Age Repair Intensive Repair Serum. I often get messages of amazement and gratitude within days of someone using it, thrilled with the difference it has made.

What’s coming up for Lisa Goodeve Skincare?

I’m building a beautiful salon and shop perched up on the Minden Hill in the new year, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with everyone in early 2021. In the meantime, my products are available online or can be picked up by appointment.

LISAGOODEVE.CO.NZ 15 JUNCTION ROAD, TE PUNA 0800 5472 4663

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G.J. Gardner Homes First, family and forever homes with the trusted home builder.

UNO: What’s so great about what you do?

STEVE: It’s our commitment to our customers that’s made G.J. Gardner Homes the success it is today.

The Tauranga team has built more than 900 homes locally, and as “New Zealand’s most trusted home builder”, we’ve also built a reputation that ensures all our customers receive excellent service, quality workmanship and a quality product.

Why did you move to Te Puna?

With the Bay of Plenty region growing substantially, the decision was made to expand and open our Tauranga North franchise, a move we felt was necessary to better care for our clients and be better connected with the community, and the Te Puna Village was an ideal location. Living local was important to me too, so with the business expanding north, it felt natural to move my family north as well.

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What’s G.J. Gardner Homes best known for?

G.J. Gardner Homes never set out to be the largest residential builder in New Zealand, but it did set out to be the best, and by focusing on being the best, we’ve become the largest. I’m proud to be part of that. We understand every home has unique requirements and it takes a passionate team to get it right.

With our local experience backed by the strength of the G.J. Gardner Homes group, we have the confidence to deliver homes our customers are proud to call their “G.J. home”. We pride ourselves on our Design & Build service and having that local knowledge we feel

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Discover Whakatane: Under the sea Dive Whakatāne’s James Croker takes us through the blue.

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I started diving 25 years ago when I was a student in the UK studying marine biology. Having grown up surrounded by woodlands and rivers, discovering the ocean changed my perspective on the world. It wasn’t enough to read the textbooks, watch documentaries or stand on the rocky shoreline feeling the spray and power of the waves – I had to venture inside the blue wilderness and connect to it.

The ocean has taught me more about myself and my place in the world than I could ever have imagined; I’ve become an instructor, explorer and advocate.

Exploration has always played a huge role in my diving, with those experiences feeding directly into my teaching and advocacy. I’ve been involved with freshwater cave and deep ocean reef exploration here in New Zealand and also

“You’ll see myriad schooling fish that love to surround divers.”

support the incredible efforts of the Ghost Diving New Zealand team, who work to retrieve rubbish and “ghost gear” disposed of in our waters.

My work makes me realise how little we know and how much we have to lose.

It’s taught me the importance of building local platforms for diving that can support our communities to engage with and understand their waters, because the best people to look after them are those who live here in the Bay. My top three diving spots in the Whakatāne area are Moutohorā, Whakaari and Te Paepae o Aotea, and Rurima.

Our beautiful island wildlife reserve Moutohorā (Whale Island) dominates the Whakatāne coastline. A short boat ride takes you to another world, where time seems to stop. The land and the water are one, as much of the wildlife here lives across both realms – it’s just an incredible classroom.

The biodiversity and bathymetry (depth of the water) are stunning, and the diving is easy and relaxing.

It’s home – my favourite place to be.

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Five kilometres from Whakaari (White Island), Moutohorā’s spectacular sister Te Paepae o Aotea (the Volkner Rocks) sits 55km offshore, creating a unique marine environment where abundance and biodiversity meet. Isolated underwater pinnacles and the rock stacks within the marine reserve provide some of the most intense diving experiences Aotearoa has to offer. Finally, Rurima Island has an amazingly colourful biogenic reef and many interesting canyons encrusted in life.

At Dive Whakatāne we provide both guided and unguided dives for groups, and sole charters are also available; single divers are often able to join others in the same boat. We can provide full equipment rental and offer PADI and GUE dive courses for beginners through to exploration-level diving.

You’ll see myriad schooling fish that love to surround divers, plus stingrays, eels, crayfish, octopuses, colourful sponges, crabs, feather stars, jellyfish – and smiling faces!

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Always take enough water and the right safety equipment when out kayaking.

Above sea level Our marine columnist goes for a wander in Whakatāne and wonders what took him so long.

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n search of a one-day kayak adventure, I headed out with friends south to Whakatāne to scope out the local kayaking. Along the way, we spotted some spoonbills at a small wetland area in Matatā.

It’s right by the roadside, so it was easy to grab the camera and capture a few shots of the variety of birds that now call this spot home.

To avoid any issues with the Whakatāne sandbar, we opted to launch our kayak on the Ōhope side. Like the Mount, this area is usually all about the expansive sandy beaches, so I was excited to see we’d paddle past a rocky headland on our short 3km paddle. The rock formations on display are simply stunning. The many reefs and how much they vary in style and texture to anything we’d seen at home floored us.

I found we could pick “lanes” at high tide and paddle the different channels that the reef structure naturally laid out for us. All the while, beautiful Moutohorā/

Whale Island held fast in the distance some 9km offshore. The colour of the water was blue, turquoise or aqua, depending on where we were along the journey.

The bird life, and the terns in particular, that has taken hold on some of the rocks was incredible to see. Seals were another highlight, and one frolicked around our kayak for a while. There was even a small beach to land on for a mid-way rest or a picnic. This place is awesome!

To refuel, we had lunch at Ōhope’s Moxi Cafe. The little eatery was buzzing and it was easy to see why. The food and service were both perfect, as was the local craft beer I had with my meal. Good food, ambience and service are always a winning combination.

Later, we ventured up some hills to take in the sights from different angles. One of our group is from Whakatāne so she knew exactly where to go;

the superb view from Kohi Point was particularly breathtaking and worth the detour.

On the way back to Tauranga, just on the outskirts of Whakatāne, I was introduced to Julian’s Berry Farm & Cafe, famous for its ice-creams and a whole lot more.

The place is fantastic. I mean, where have I been?! Food, a great outdoor dining area and games for kids make it an ideal stop after a brilliant day in a very special part of the Bay of Plenty.

Whakatāne is amazing and I’ll be back for another visit soon. You might like to support local by doing the same yourself.

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Bird life in calm waters.

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Mike Rudd Our columnist took a tiki tour of Taranaki and has some hot tips for where to stay and play.

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group of 10 baby boomers entered the Taranaki’s Nice Hotel for a pre-dinner platter and champagne on the garden deck. We were greeted by owner Terry Parkes and immediately captivated by the ambience, the exotic layout and the décor – a beautiful combination of colours and designs.

Terry greeted us all personally in the most charming, relaxed and interesting way.

He’d invited some others to join us, including Taranaki Arts Festival Trust CEO Suzanne Porter, and two very well-dressed ladies from Auckland in town for the Taranaki Garden Festival. I’d already worked out for myself over the previous three days that New Plymouth has a vibe that’s cultural, quirky and irreverent, and this evening certainly kicked off in that style over brilliantly presented, delicious food and crisp champagne.

The evening had been booked and conceived by a member of our group, distinguished Taranaki artist John McLean and his wife Chris. (John grew up in Tauranga; you might have seen his recent exhibitions The Farmer’s Wife and its sequel The Farmer at Tauranga Art Gallery Toi Tauranga.) Our group had dined earlier in the week at their home and gallery near Urenui, north of New Plymouth.

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words, “local and honest food where you can taste your steak and fish rather than have it smeared in sauce”. My eye fillet steak matched up to that description perfectly. We all loved the private dining room richly decorated with tasselled brocades and polished timber furniture arranged in a way conducive to a stimulating and companionable evening of conversation.

John didn’t dominate the discussion but was more than happy to explain when pressed on the philosophy behind his captivating work. He creates and is guided by his subconscious to produce paintings that are allegorical and dream-like and bring to life truths and meaning through the images. His paintings and spoken words made a lasting impact on me.

This John McLean painting is titled The Arrival and depicts a settler family arriving in Taranaki in 1840 from southwest England.

“I’d already worked out for myself over the previous three days that New Plymouth has a vibe that’s cultural, quirky and irreverent.”

The luxurious suites and dining room of Nice Hotel.

Mike’s top New Plymouth tips: Have breakfast at Chaos Cafe for its delicious menu, excellent coffee and zany fit-out.

Recommended dish: Holy Oats.

Walk or cycle the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, 12.7km from Port Taranaki to Bell Block Beach.

Play golf at the Ngāmotu New Plymouth Golf Club. This championship course is the standout choice locally and has a great view of Mt Taranaki.

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