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Editors’ Note ATTITUDE IS PARAMOUNT “When I get older, losing my hair, many years from now. Will you still be sending me a valentine, birthday greetings, bottle of wine?

If I’d been out till quarter to three, would you lock the door? Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty-four?”

Time has no favourites, and the fact that Paul McCartney (who first sang these lines around 1966) is now 72, seems almost surreal, and for many of us, this stellar oeuvre has a distinctly ironical ring to it, for Paul himself, has thinning hair, and is walking that long and winding road to keeping his locks naturally ungrey and lustrous looking. And even though scientists are working round the clock to discover how to halt the aging process they are still yet to devise a truly magic elixir for youth.

In this issue, Verve has taken a good look at what’s in store for us baby boomers, and

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we are happy to say, that even the scary bits aren’t so scary with all that is on offer these days. While gathering material for our senior living feature, we had the pleasure of meeting a few truly inspiring senior citizens, whose warm personalities, twinkling eyes and passion for life, bears witness to the fact that’s it not about what’s going on on the outside, but that it’s what inside that counts, and that truly, youth is so much more about attitude than looks. And that perhaps quite possibly, that magic elixir of youth lies in the nurturing of a beautiful heart and soul.

getting a quality product to press, on time, each and every month. We continue to be thankful to all those who help us to achieve this goal, with special mention to our effervescent, warm and efficient sales exec, Debbie Lovelock, and our quietly creative Jennifer Parker, who has taken over the (design) reigns from Jess. Evidence of both these ladies’ love for Verve, and good oldfashioned hard work, is before you.

So without more ado, dive in and enjoy.

Also featured in a big way, are articles and opinions around education and training opportunities in this beautiful land of ours, plus the full compliment of all the usual Verve favourites.

A career in a dead-line driven industry, such as ours at Verve Magazine, is filled with challenges, one of the greatest being Debbie

Editors’ Pick BAO BAO ISSEY MIYAKE Both light and soft, it folds, accommodates and transforms itself after handling to create dramatic new shapes. Bao Bao Issey Miyake is a line of bags and pouches with the theme of “shapes made by chance”. They feature a flexible functionality perfect for busy modern lifestyles.

Next issue, Verve September — Home & Gardens, Beauty, Fashion Food and Art.

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Published by Verve Magazine Ltd. Level 1, 430 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland 1023 PO Box 99-288, Newmarket, Auckland 1149 GST: 90 378 074 ISSN 2253-1300 (Print) ISSN 2253-1319 (Online) Advertising enquiries: P: +64 9 520 5939 E: jude@vervemagazine.co.nz, debbie@vervemagazine.co.nz and fran@vervemagazine.co.nz Editorial enquiries: P: +64 9 520 5939 E: fran@vervemagazine.co.nz, jude@ vervemagazine.co.nz AUGUST COVER: Biggest Mini Garage in Southern Hemisphere opens in Auckland.

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UP FRONT 10 Biggest MINI Garage in Southern Hemisphere

15 Chairs of Parnell

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Watercolours

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Playing with Pastels

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Flatting: Never too Old

Neil Driver: New Works

61 Whose money is it Anyway?

FATHER’S DAY 65 A Man of the Cloth

38 Fragrant Offerings

40 Mindfulness: A Revolution Inside Our Heads

96 Exploring the Debate on Co-ed vs. Single Sex Education

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Harley Davidsons and the Hogs who Love Them

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FOOD 4 THOUGHT

Sir Michael’s Glorious Hills

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Mal Corboy Kitchens in Your Living Room

75 Designer Faves

Cookbook Culture PEANUTS: The Pic of the Crop + Recipes

BUSINESS & SOCIETY 116 Property Developments

JOURNEYS 84

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126 Loyal Friends, Golden Years

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ALL ABOUT THE SMALL THINGS Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

A Simpsons episode entitled “The Computer Wore Menace Shoes” sees Homer inadvertently exiled to an island inhabited by banished souls who “know too much”. The collection of geniuses that apparently threaten corporate dominance includes a scientist who’s figured out how to run the internal combustion engine on water. Last June, on a far less satirical note, Sir Richard Branson, on another island, assembled a crew of thinkers, doers and thought-provokers to address issues of sustainability and social justice on a global scale. The 15-strong group spent a week on the Virgin boss’ tropical Caribbean retreat, Necker Island. The eclectic list boasted Silicon Valley luminaries such Google Maps creator Lars Rasmussen, world-renowned kitesurfer Susy Mai and New Zealand’s very own superhero scientist, Dr Michelle Dickinson, aka NanoGirl.

“I never in my wildest dreams thought I’d ever be hanging out with such an elite group,” says Dickinson. “It was a surreal experience. Richard surrounds himself with good people with big hearts.

They were all generous and humble and there were certainly no egos. There were venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, inventors and philanthropists. They want to create a movement of sustainable businesses and thought my scientific brain would be a good fit.”

Dickinson is a pioneer of nanotechnology, the science of all things small.

A nanometre is a billionth of a metre, which is about one-five-millionths the length of an ant, or how far our fingernails grow in a second. It’s rather poetic that such a microscopic process can be used to solve some of Earth’s biggest problems, from the purification of sea water for the Third World to the filtration of fossil fuels and the advancement of

regenerative medicine. A work in progress for Dickinson is the replication of polymer hairs that cover gecko feet in order to make things stick better.

“Mother Nature is often the best teacher,” says Dickinson. “She’s been doing it for millions of years. For an engineer, of course it’s better to take an organic concept that works well and copy it, rather than reinvent the wheel.” The next generation of solar panels, she says, will be nature-inspired. “The current siliconbased devices use awful chemicals and rare earth metals. But just take a look at photosynthesis; every tree is effectively a highly efficient, living solar panel.”

Dickinson hopes that the fascinating tricks of her trade will entice more girls to take up careers in science and engineering.

“A big problem in New Zealand – and the world – is that there are no female role models for those subjects,” she says.

“And I want to change that. I tell them that there’s a whole bunch of cool girls that do science, but they just don’t get the airtime. You don’t need to wear steel toe-capped boots and a hard hat. I can still wear dresses and build and break stuff. I tell them that they can change the world.” With that in mind, Dickinson is a TV regular and with her alter ego, NanoGirl, has a strong social media presence. She gives TED talks and makes regular school visits too. She’s also in the process of developing a range of toys – for boys and girls – to turn kids on to science. “Boys are brought up with things like Lego, stuff that you build,” continues Dickinson, “whereas girls just have ones that they hold, or dress up. They don’t develop those engineering skills that form in the brain at a young age.” Dickinson certainly did develop those skills, however. Her dad “loved building stuff”, and by the age of seven she’d learned

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Boys are brought up with things like Lego, stuff that you build... whereas girls just have ones that they hold, or dress up.They don’t develop those engineering skills that form in the brain at a young age. to solder a circuit board. She was, she says, one of those “annoying kids who questioned everything”. Once, much to her mother’s dismay, she dismantled — and broke — the toaster: “I was born to be a scientist! And I’ve always been active. I wanted to be an Olympic swimmer at one point, and now I’m a competitive martial artist and kite surfer. I find being active helps to focus the mind, especially with sports that require intense concentration.”

It is a focus that has taken her on a meteoric rise — and one that, later in the year, will take her back to Necker Island to further cement the group’s plans. “A lot of stuff has happened, though I can’t go into details at present,” says Dickinson. “But there are big Kiwi companies involved, and government departments. What is exciting for New Zealand is that many of the ventures could base themselves here. From tidal to geothermal, we have the renewable resources. New Zealand really is a tech innovation hub. It’s so easy to create and carry out an idea here. To make things happen, fast, without the bureaucracy. Everyone knows each other, or knows someone who does. It’s not like that in the States. Others on the island realised how cool New Zealand is, and the potential that it has.”

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Biggest MINI Garage in Southern Hemisphere opens in Auckland For further information, please contact: Ed Finn, BMW Group Corporate Communications Manager Mobile 021 504 494 edward.finn@bmw.co.nz

Auckland’s newest vehicle dealership – and the largest dealership site in the southern hemisphere – is now open for business in its brand-new, purpose-built bespoke home situated midway between the shopping precinct of Broadway and the vehicle sales end of Great South Road.

“After two moves in the past two years, MINI has well and truly arrived at its new home,” says BMW Group New Zealand managing director Nina Englert. She and her staff are delighted with the great location, easy motorway access and parking facilities. She’d also like to draw attention to the eye-catching wall-mounted MINI shells on the building: “It’s a design element that will really capture everyone’s attention as well as expressing the creative, quirky and cool persona of MINI.” Dealer principal Ian Gibson is similarly enthused with the new showroom. “For the first time ever, MINI now offers a onestop-shop in terms of sales, servicing, a lifestyle boutique and accessories, he notes.” There’s also a café on site, another reason for the showroom to become a destination location in its own right.

“I’m sure that this new MINI Garage will become a focus point for ‘MINIacs’ of all ages,” concludes Ms Englert.

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CHAIRS OF PARNELL

Cult Design Cult has made it their mission to provide exceptional designer furniture since 1997. As well as a network of strong international brands such as Republic of Fritz Hansen, Erik Jorgensen, Carl Hansen & Son, Hay, Gubi, Lightyears and more, Cult has always made nurturing the Australian and New Zealand design scene their priority. Cult is the proud distributor of New Zealand brands Tim Webber Design and Goldsworthy, and offers many design opportunities such as Cult’s Design Journey Competition which helps emerging designers enter the industry.Located in Parnell, Cult’s showroom not only offers outstanding furniture but also inspiration gathered from many of the world’s design capitals.

73 The Strand, Parnell 379 4466 www.cultdesign.co.nz

Domo Luxury Furniture Concepts New in-store at Domo RAYN Indoor by Philippe Starck for Dedon.

Inspired by the poetry of surrealism, Philippe Starck has dreamed up RAYN. A modular system of remarkable versatility, RAYN combines the comfort and sophistication of the world’s finest indoor systems with all the outdoor know how and barefoot luxury one expects from DEDON. The asymmetrical beauty of its forms is accentuated by the armrests, so generously proportioned they double as side tables. Developed in Italy by the world’s leading specialists for indoor seating, the cushions feature a special combination of foams that are firm and supportive. “RAYN was designed to bring pleasure not just to those lounging on it but to those around it.” Philippe Starck RAYN Outdoor will be introduced for the summer season.

106 St Georges Bay Road, Parnell 921 5574 www.domo.co.nz

Le Monde Inspired Homewares Le Monde Home is nestled in an enclave of warehouses at the end of St Georges Bay Road Parnell, and is located next to the renowned La Cigale French Markets. Le Monde is the ideal destination store with plenty of parking outside the door and open 7 days a week.

Le Monde Home offers a unique collection of furniture, lighting, wall art, mirrors, plantation style rattan and ceramics that savour a flavour evocative of East meets West. These all combine to make up comprehensive and second to none collection that is set in inspirational room settings with a potting shed for the pots, planters, moss balls. The team at Le Monde is exceptionally proud of what they represent with a commitment to marketing unique, quality homewares that radiate a style and atmosphere complementary to our New Zealand lifestyle. Add the amazing Chalk Paint - Decorative Paint from Annie Sloan — join the workshops to learn more!

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CHAIRS OF PARNELL

Momo Living Momo Living offers a large variety of original yet elegant designs. We present products that are fabricated with high quality material and finish at reasonable prices. Our range includes furniture, tableware, wall pieces, high quality European linen and more with a focus on industrial and French country style designs. Momo Living is a great destination for furniture or gifts if you wish to bring a sense of sophistication and charm to your home or that of your friends. A short-term rental services of items from our high quality range will be available soon the perfect solution for those who are planning home stage a property. Talk to our interior designer for advice about how to enhance the elegance of your home.

479 Parnell Road, Parnell 377 0388 www.momoliving.co.nz

Perfect Pieces Yothaka International’s award-winning furniture designs, made from Water Hyacinth for indoors and polyethylene for outdoors, are available from Perfect Pieces Limited, 2B Gibraltar Crescent in Parnell. With over 100 designs the collection includes the classic Double Mould Armchair & New Tiny Dining Chair and stunning new designs such as the fabulous oversized Liana Beach Chair and the Black & White B-Guard Dining Chair.

Trade Showroom, 2B Gibraltar Crescent, Parnell 09 303 3229 www.perfectpieces.co.nz

Parnell — Home Decor Parnell plays host to leading home décor stores, perfect for designing, decorating or renovating your living spaces inside and out.

In Parnell you’ll find a diverse and expansive array of stockists with furniture and décor ranging from the antique to tailor made, designer, New Zealand made, modern, European, vintage, outdoor and more.

ENTER Chairs of Parnell to check out the Participating Retailers and their chairs - you’ll be surprised to see how many home décor stores there are in Parnell! Entry details on Page 16 or enter online at http://parnell.net.nz/chairs-parnell.

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NEW ZEALAND FASHION INDUSTRY ICON ENTERS MERCEDES-BENZ HALL OF FAME

Dame Trelise Cooper to debut ‘MercedesBenz Presents’

of the prestigious honour include respected designers such as Carolina Herrera, Derek Lam, Badgely Mischka and Australia’s Carla Zampatti.

“I feel very honoured to have been asked to be the first designer to show at the inaugural and prestigious ‘MercedesBenz Presents’ event in New Zealand,” says Dame Trelise Cooper.

She has been a brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz since 2002. Her autumn / winter 2015 collection titled ‘MercedesBenz Presents Trelise Cooper’ premieres at, and is exclusive to New Zealand Fashion Week.

In addition to ‘Mercedes-Benz Presents’, the brand’s support of New Zealand Fashion Week includes recognition as the ‘official automotive partner’ as well as the naming rights partner to a second Trelise Cooper show during Fashion Week.

As the ‘official automotive partner’, Mercedes-Benz is providing a fleet of official event vehicles comprising 12 all-new C-Classes.

Making its highly anticipated debut in New Zealand, the all-new C-Class will transport VIP guests throughout Fashion Week in unrivalled Mercedes-Benz luxury.

Auckland — Mercedes-Benz New Zealand has announced its Elite Partnership with 2014 New Zealand Fashion Week and recognised Dame Trelise Cooper as the inaugural New Zealand recipient of the ‘Mercedes-Benz Presents’ accolade.

Mercedes-Benz New Zealand General Manager Ben Giffin says, “Mercedes-Benz is dedicated to fashion. The brand connects young and emerging talents, as well as established designers through a unique global fashion network.

The brand’s partnership with New Zealand’s premiere fashion event builds on two decades of commitment to the international fashion industry. Mercedes-Benz supports events in 27 countries and is the title sponsor of fashion weeks in New York, Berlin, Sydney and Beijing, and the major sponsor of fashion weeks in Paris, London and Milan.

“Our ongoing commitment to style, unparalleled design and cutting edge innovation perfectly complement the values associated with fashion and our new collaboration.

The ‘Mercedes-Benz Presents’ global programme recognises designers who demonstrate dedication to the use of quality materials, unique style and innovative design. Past recipients

“Dame Trelise Cooper is undoubtedly one of New Zealand’s most established and influential designers, and we are honoured to welcome her in to the ‘Mercedes-Benz Presents’ programme,” says Giffin.

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Fashion by Paris Mitchell

EVER-SO FEMININE CLASSIC PASTELS ARE AMONGST THE MORE OPTIMISTIC HUES WE FIND IN OUR WARDROBES. IF POPS OF PASTEL AREN’T YET PART OF YOUR DAY DRESSING IT’S THE RIGHT TIME TO INVEST IN THE EVERLASTING PASTEL TREND.

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01 — Saben Sonny Blush Front RRP$450 02 — Saben Yasmin Duckegg Blue Front RRP$420 03 — Witchery Zip Front Tee Dress, RRP$169.90.

Available from www.witchery.co.nz

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04 — Elle Macpherson Intimates, Wind Chime set, Bra $59.95. Available from www.bendon.co.nz

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05 — Witchery Soft Gold Short RRP$89.90 Available from www.witchery.co.nz 06 — Mimco Wide Hinged Bangle RRP$99.95 07 — SGC Sunnies Dead End in Flesh $279 Available from www.stolengirlfriendsclub.com

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VERVE PICK: SHEN DRESS. LONG SLEEVED YOKE FRONT SHIRT $299.00 STOCKIST ENQUIRIES: + 64 (0)9 814 9637 WWW.SHENCLOTHING.COM

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SHADES OF CRIMSON Beauty by Paris Mitchell

BOLD AND BRIGHT HAIR COLOURS HAVE BEEN ON OUR RADAR FOR A NUMBER OF SEASONS NOW. WITH BRAVE HAIR COLOURS COMES DYEING YOU CAN’T PROLONG. WE HAVE ASSEMBLED OUR FAVOURITE PRODUCTS THAT WILL NURSE THOSE FRAGILE, DAMAGED LOCKS BACK TO HEALTH THE RIGHT WAY.

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01 — New Limited edition GHD V coral styler.

RRP $319. Available in approved ghd salons.

02 — Redken Blonde Idol BBB Spray RRP$35.00 This lightweight multi-benefit conditioning spray works to balance, beautify and brighten blonde hair.

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03 — Kérastase Soleil Bain Coloured Hair Shampoo. Available in approved Kérastase salons.

04 — Guinot Nutrizone Nourishing Body Cream 200ml RRP$101.50.

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With ceramic heat technology and smooth, contoured, floating plates, a glossy finish and snag-free styling can be achieved with GHD’s new coral styler. As an added bonus ghd has joined the fight against breast cancer with the limited edition ghd V coral styler available this July. For every styler sold, $20 will be donated to the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation.

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05 — M.A.C Viva Glam Rihanna Lipgloss RRP $38.00 06 — M.A.C Lip Pencil in Brick RRP $36.00

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07 — Dark and dramatic nails with Leighton Denny $30.00 For stockists phone 0800 223288 08 — M.A.C Pro Longwear Eye Shadow in Hot Paprika RRP $52.00

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ALEXANDRA HOODED CAPE Made from 100 per cent merino wool, the Alexandra Hooded Cape features eye catching lace detail through the body and sleeves and a generous hood to keep the winter chill at bay. Over sized and drapy, one size fits most.

ELKA KNITWEAR Elka Knitwear’s new diffusion range Elka Wild is proudly 100 per cent designed and made in New Zealand. Utilising unique local yarns of possum, merino and silk for comfort and style. Featuring tunics, dresses and oversized cardigans in wearable earthy neutrals and dramatic monochromatic hues, the collection is luxurious, yet easily dressed up or down for any occasion, blending quality and comfort — without sacrificing style

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KATIA DRESS Made from a luxurious blend of possum, silk and merino yarns, the Katia Dress epitomises cosy chic with its round eyelet sleeves and cream contrasting cuff. Available in black only.

SERGIO TUNIC With its piano key pattern paying homage to the classical music of Sergio Rachmaninoff, this elegant boat neck tunic is the sweetest way to express your love of music. Made from 100 percent merino wool.

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FOR THE LOVE OF LEATHER

Fibre opens in Auckland

Fibre, a range of beautifully crafted leather bags and accessories, will be showcased in its eponymous new store in Milford, Auckland this month.

Designed in New Zealand, Fibre products are made from genuine leather sourced from the world’s best craftspeople.

Milled, washed and vintage, or super light and buttery soft, the range features leather finishes of premium quality.

Affordability is a hallmark of Fibre’s range.

Co-owners Mark Yaxley and Sarah Bentley’s love affair with beautiful leather spans decades, when they both started working in the fashion and leather industry.

“Quality leather gets better as it ages, becoming softer and smoother. And a good leather product becomes an old favourite very quickly - love of your item grows as it ages as it just gets better with time,” says designer, Sarah.

“In New Zealand it’s a struggle to find beautiful leather products that aren’t hugely expensive from high end brands. We really want quality leather to be more accessible, for people to enjoy leather like we do, and if they discover Fibre bags we hope they become their old favourites too.”

Fibre bags, wallets, shoes and belts are almost all produced using natural vegetable tan leathers, using an age-old process of making leather with natural vegetable extracts in the tanning

process rather than harsh chemicals such as chromium sulphates.

The store opens with Simply Urban, an antique and retro inspired collection. While every Fibre range has a signature classic and simple style, this season’s features a chic vintage twist. It includes satchels, totes, weekenders and shoppers that feature essentiality and functionality. Double carry handles and over-the-shoulder straps offer maximum performance.

Every collection incorporates a new lining, with this season’s women’s range finished in a quirky red and white check, while the men’s bags are lined in a striking black and white stripe.

Sarah and Mark, believe their store motto, “Carry something that speaks of who you are”, is something their customers will know a lot about.

“We know Auckland shoppers are stylish and appreciate quality products — our doors are open for them to come and experience Fibre’s beautiful leather.”

See the range at www.fibreltd.co.nz or come in to the store in Milford Mall, Shop 102A, 24 Milford Road, Milford, Auckland

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SIGNATURE STYLE

FASHION IS FUN

Sometimes these limitations are real: perhaps you would prefer to hide a scar, feel uncomfortable with too much cleavage on display or feel it best not to show off your dimply thighs. All admirable decisions. What happens when the imaginary takes over in our minds though, is that we are stuck with an ever decreasing set of choices. Eschewing new styles simply because you’re “too old” and worrying you’ll be “mutton dressed as lamb” is one of the most limiting fashion beliefs I deal with. I believe that by simply re-working a hot new look to suit you and your shape will give you a totally on-trend look that will not only re-energise your wardrobe, but have you looking and feeling fabulous.

Let’s choose this seasons’s cropped knit sweater as an example.

Yes, we’ll see a few gorgeous young things rocking out a midriff baring top with barely a thought, but how do you wear this if you’re closer to 40 than 30? The answer is wear your sweater over a shirt. The shirt is relaxed and will skim over your tummy while the crop will keep you looking current and stylish.

Another example: The “boyfriend” jean. I don’t see an age limit on these at all. Wear yours with a ballet flat or heel (depending on your day’s plans), top with a tee and blazer, a relaxed knit or biker jacket and you’re good to go.

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PORTRAITS WITH A DIFFERENCE

Fashion is enormous fun and to stop enjoying it simply due to fear is incredibly sad. Be brave, enjoy yourself, embrace the new and RUN LATE! That last bit of advice is to stop you second-guessing yourself and changing before you leave the house!

Jackie O’Fee is owner of leading personal style consultancy Signature Style. If you’d like a gentle push to greater bravery in your wardrobe, get in touch — we’d love to help!

Further information is available at signaturetyle.co.nz, pop into our 35 Broadway Studio or give us a call on 529 5115.

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In life we are sometimes limited by our own perceptions.

We can of course also often excel and achieve greatness due to what we believe, too. Not only is this true in our daily interactions, decisions and behaviours, but given that what we choose to wear is a behaviour, it’s also true in a fashion sense.

Real or imagined flaws can dictate how we feel and therefore how we dress. That means for example, that if you think your arms are “too flabby” or “too old” you’ll seek out garments with sleeves to hide them. Sadly, many of us are missing out by creating self-imposed rules as to what we can and cannot wear, based on what we perceive about ourselves and how we feel on any given day.

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So please come and experience the difference.

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Get a softer look to permanent cosmetics ...without machines.

By SofTap速 Certified trainer Michelle Toulson of Hollywood Eyes Permanent Makeup in Auckland.

SofTap速 Permanent Cosmetics is the most

hollywood eyes natural way to look your best, 24/7.

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SofTap速 professionals can give you anything from a soft, virtually undetectable beauty enhancement to a complete reconstruction of missing eyebrows. Permanent eyeliner is gentle, long lasting, and permanent lips are soft and full. The results are so natural you have to see it to believe it.

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HOLLYWOOD EYES

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

quality for the following reasons. Any artist will tell you that in the early years they had to sell their work for less than it’s worth to get the trade. Cheap usually equates to lack of experience and lack of customers. Then there are some operators who get the work by doing high volumes at low prices but it’s often the quality of work that suffers. At Hollywood Eyes it’s not about high volumes to make more money it’s about customer care and staying fresh. Because of the intense nature of this work high volumes are impractical and unsustainable if you want to give your best to the work.

So depending on the volumes of customers you can process and the cost of delivering that service in a business environment the price may vary considerably from Clinic to Clinic. Nobody ever regrets paying for quality.

As we know not all artists are created equal and that can be said of permanent makeup artists. Many aspire but few attain the level of artistry that makes them leaders in their field. It’s like learning a sport; you can choose your sport and enjoy doing it, but only those with more natural ability than most and who give it 100% of their focus will become the best. The more you practice the better you become. Practice makes perfect. And when it comes to facial tattooing proficiency is paramount. You can’t rub this off or throw a T-Shirt over it, so if you’re considering permanent makeup do your research. Here are some tips when shopping around for a permanent cosmetic professional…

See Examples Make sure you see examples of their work in a portfolio or gallery on their website. And ask if it is their own work, because quite a few clinics are using stock photos bought on the internet and I’ve even had some of my work that was published in a magazine appear on someone else’s website.

Don’t Shop on Price There’s always a reason for pricing and it’s often an indicator of

Hand Tool versus Machines The tools and the techniques used in the application of permanent cosmetics are really significant to the appearance of the final result.

While the machines do get the job done faster and colour lasts longer, they also create a very solid looking line that looks unnatural and there are no second chances in terms of correcting mistakes.

The hand tools are more labour intensive but there is much more control over the amount of colour deposited into the skin and the effect looks softer and more natural and offers the ability to add texture and shading to the work.

Machines are a drill and drag process of implanting colour and all the lines made are the same intensity of colour, very solid and uniform.

The hand tool process is a light tapping into the skin similar to picking out a prickle and going in at about the same level. The more times you tap in the same spot the heavier the colour deposit.

Well, I hope that’s been of some interest to you. Keep an eye out in future issues for more information on permanent makeup and the things you should know.

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FRAGRANT OFFERINGS AROMATHERAPY HAS BEEN AROUND FOR MANY THOUSANDS OF YEARS. WE TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THE ART.

AROMA = SPICE OR FRAGRANCE THERAPY = TREATMENT Words Jenna Moore

The word aromatherapy is derived from the Greek and refers to the practice of taking the fragrant extracts of petals, roots, bark, fruit, seeds and leaves and using them to help cure our woes.

It’s believed to have its roots in traditional Chinese medicine however the people of Ancient Egypt, Greece and India also have records of the therapeutic properties of plants.

“Aromatherapy is the use of pure essential oils to benefit psychological and physical wellbeing,” says Sarah Townsend, founder of The Aromatherapy Company. “Various aromas and therapeutic blends can be used to stimulate the body to respond naturally to combat ailments and emotional distress such as insomnia or stress. They can be used effectively by inhalation, massage, vapourised in an oil burner or in a bath.”

“Ensure you read the directions before applying any essential oils directly to the skin” – Sarah Townsend, The Aromatherapy Company.

Pregnant women should steer clear of cedarwood, clary sage, basil, marjoram, clove, fennel, jasmine, juniper, lemon, myrrh, lemon verbena and rosemary.

12 Essential Oils and Their Properties There are many essential oils available, making us spoiled for choice. What to choose? As with any scent, after three consecutive sniffs your nose will get tired. So, because she works with pure oils every day and has done for years, we asked Sarah Townsend for her absolute favourites.

• Lemon — Amazing for colds or ‘flu and it’s also known to help skin issues such as varicose veins.

• Rosemary — An incredible mental stimulant and therefore can be used to help your memory retention and alertness.

• Sandalwood — Emotionally very grounding, sandalwood is known to restore inner peace and thus alleviate depression, anxiety and nervous tension.

• Rose Geranium — This sweet oil with mint undertones is powerful at balancing the nervous system and adrenal cortex, which in turn lifts spirits and relieves stress.

• Tea Tree — Tea tree is a magic healer. As well as being antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral it also works wonders for respiratory issues.

• Peppermint — This power essential oil contains menthol so imparts a natural cooling sensation, therefore it’s perfect for easing headaches and muscular pain.

• Orange — This little secret is perfect for natural cleaning products due to its antibacterial nature, with a few drops acting as an effective floor cleaner. It is also uplifting and known to ease stress.

• Ylang Ylang — Used in chakra balancing, ylang ylang is beneficial in combatting anger and has medicinally been heralded for helping acne and oily skin • Lavender — Your go-to essential oil! It’s the ultimate relaxant, and is particularly useful for insomnia, jetlag, headaches, burns, aches or pains.

• Bergamot —This beautiful top note aroma of citrus, yet fruity and sweet, has antiseptic properties, whilst also being calmative and a known sedative.

• Eucalyptus — another must have for any respiratory congestion. Eucalyptus has various medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, deodorant whilst also being mentally stimulating.

• Lemongrass — Sarah’s favourite smelling essential oil, think tropical island holidays!

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Mindfulness: A Revolution Inside Our Heads Words Jamie Christian Desplaces

It’s not just going to be the year of the revolution of our minds, but the beginning of a whole new way of living, a new way of thinking. It’s all about mindfulness. According to worldleading communications brand JWT Worldwide, mindful living is one of 10 movements that will shape our future.

The firm’s director of trend-spotting, Ann Mack, tells the Huffington Post that it’s a “kind of counter-trend to the past decade of overly stimulated, ADD-afflicted, tech-saturated culture that we’ve been living in”. People, she says, are waking up to the potential of spirituality and the “idea of shutting out distractions and focusing on the moment”. Fortune 500 companies such as Google, AOL and Apple are offering mindfulness classes for their staff, and Oprah Winfrey dedicates two 20 minute sessions a day to it.

“We don’t often recognise our mind and the faculties it has,” says Dr Nigel Rankin, a mindfulness tutor at Auckland’s School of Philosophy. “Perhaps most importantly, we don’t use our minds in a conscious way. It just trundles on. But what we must realise is that it’s a mental ‘body’, which, in an analogous way to our physical one, can be trained and strengthened. One can consciously use the mind in the same way, as it were, that you use your legs.”

The journal Perspective on Psychological Science describes mindfulness as “the nonjudgmental awareness of experiences in the present moment,” which “produces beneficial effects on well-being and ameliorates psychiatric and stress-related symptoms”. The brain must be trained to focus on the “now”, to savour the richness of life’s every moment. Part of that involves a form of meditation.

Some results are astonishing. The Health Psychology journal found mindfulness not only lessened stressful feelings, but actually reduced levels of the stress hormone cortisol, while the University of California concluded that student

practitioners gained better grades.

The University of Oregon discovered mindfulness can ward off mental illness, and a study at Utah University found that it helps better control moods, emotions and improves sleep. It’s also being used by the David Lynch Foundation to treat American soldiers suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder. Speaking to CNN, the foundation’s executive director, Bob Roth, said that their research had found “a reduction in symptoms of heart disease, anxiety and sleep disorders” and that mindfulness is “medically sound and scientifically tested”.

The Association of American Medical Colleges estimates burn-out to affect up to three in five doctors, and studies have proved that mindfulness not only combats this, but improves doctor’s overall mental health and their relationships with patients. Dr Rankin is a retired Head of Intensive Care at Middlemore Hospital and practising mindfulness, he believes, certainly helped him. “You have to pay very close attention to what is going on with folk who are very ill,” he says.

“You must consciously recognise what’s happening, learn to focus your attention.

I like to think mindfulness helped me look after them better, and at the same time helped me to not get more involved than would have been beneficial to either me, or the patient. It helped me to let go, to leave problems at the hospital come home time.”

The recent rise of mindfulness has, in part, been a reaction to our ever-hectic, ever-digitalised world, so it’s somewhat ironic that an app has played a significant role in taking it mainstream. Named Headspace, the award-winning program describes itself as a “gym membership for the mind” and is used by more than a million people in 150 countries. There are celebrity endorsements from the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, Evan Williams, founder of Twitter, and Huffington Post boss Arianna Huffington. The app, which is also

available as a book, states setting aside just ten mindfulness minutes a day can radically improve our lives and goes about instructing how to do so through brain training and mediation techniques. Andy Puddicombe, who co-founded the app with creative developer Rich Pierson, is a former Buddhist monk, described by the New York Times as “doing for meditation what Jamie Oliver has done for food”. Last year, a BBC documentary put Headspace to the test, resulting in the presenter, Dr Michael Mosley, finally winning a decadelong battle with insomnia.

“There are major parallels between mindfulness and psychology,” says Dr Rankin. “But one is an academic discipline, the other an everyday practice that anybody can take up. No qualifications are required, you just need a mind.” The School of Philosophy, he says, starts you on that journey. It forces you to question what is beyond the mind, and what its true capabilities really are.

“Once you’re aware of your thoughts,” he continues, “you can adjust your behaviour accordingly, whether to be more patient, more reasonable or more conscious. You learn to direct yourself. To put maximum effort into all that you do. We’ve been going for 50 years and it’s improving and developing all of the time. Mindfulness, as we promote it, is for anybody that wants to take it on. You don’t need to be super-bright. It’s for everyday people, for everyday things.”

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FIVE STEPS TO BEGINNING MINDFULNESS...

01 — SAVOUR THE ROUTINE Whether it be the taste of your toothpaste, the scent of your shower gel or the crunch of those cornflakes, focus on the mundane, focus on the moment.

02 — FREE YOUR MIND It’s natural for your thoughts to wander, so let them do so. But, recognise they have strayed and coax them back.

03 — BREVITY Twenty minutes is the aim, but that will feel an age when you first start out. Focus your thoughts for a few minutes and gradually build up day by day.

04 — PRACTICE PATIENCE Next time you’re stuck in a traffic jam, focus on your breathing instead of your rising blood pressure.

05 — LEARN THE ART OF MEDITATION It’s necessary, whether you join a class or watch a YouTube clip. But don’t expect it to happen overnight. Like perfecting any new skill, it takes time.

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Win with Verve This Month!

Perfect giveaways for Father's day 1

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To celebrate Father's Day, Verve has a limited edition Jameson prize pack to give away, which includes a Jameson limited edition t-shirt, overnight bag and hip flask valued at $200.

Coming to you all the way from Dublin in Ireland, Jameson Irish Whiskey is the largest selling Irish whiskey in the world, established by John Jameson in 1780. Triple distilled and twice as smooth, Jameson is matured in bourbon and sherry casks for five to seven years. It’s a mellow, pot still whiskey with toasted wood and vanilla undertones. Smooth, sweet wood and nutty notes.

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THE CUPCAKE SHOP

Scrambling around for a present this Father’s Day? Spoil dad with a box of macho cupcakes! The Cupcake Shop bakes scrumptious treats, and for Father’s Day we’re baking colourful dadthemed cupcakes.

As a special offer, Cupcake Shop is giving away a box of 12 cupcakes to two lucky Verve readers.

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TRYING TO CONCEIVE FERTILITY ASSOCIATES When trying for a baby you can expect to be offered advice from family and friends, and though well meaning this can sometimes cause unnecessary stress and confusion. Below I have outlined 10 steps that I recommend you follow if you are trying to conceive.

Check your Immunisations: You should check that you have immunity to rubella and chicken pox before starting to conceive as these are dangerous illnesses that can affect your baby when you are pregnant.

Start Folic Acid and Iodine: Folic acid reduces the chances of having a baby with spina bifida. The recommended dose is 0.8mg daily and should be started two months before conceiving. Iodine may increase a baby’s IQ and can be started after a positive pregnancy test.

Stop Smoking: Cigarettes halve the chances of a woman conceiving each month as well as reducing sperm quality.

Marijuana is worse!

Reduce Alcohol and Caffeine: There is no known safe level of alcohol so for

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a woman it is best to abstain. There is also some evidence that higher caffeine intake is associated with a longer time to conceive.

Check with your doctor about any medications you are taking: There are a number of medications that you or your partner should not conceive on, so check in with your GP. Get a healthy BMI (goes for guys too!): We are at our most fertile with a BMI between 19 and 25; being underweight or overweight reduces fertility.

Get healthy: It is a great idea to conceive when your general health is good, so if you have an illness like arthritis or bowel disease get it under control before getting pregnant.

Get your winter ‘flu shot: Influenza is more dangerous in pregnant women so reduce your chances of getting the ‘flu by getting a ‘flu shot. It is safe to do when trying to conceive.

Have lots of sex: A no brainer, but the more sex you have the more likely you are to conceive. The quality of sperm improves with frequent ejaculation.

“There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a patient journey from a life whose quality is severely affected due to impacting symptoms to a life where pain is managed effectively, allowing quality family time and a renewed focus on living, not dying. I feel extremely privileged to assist and support patients on this journey,” she says.

Revered by the community, palliative care nurses are deemed to be special people with unique qualities. The Mercy Hospice palliative care approach is holistic, addressing the person’s cultural, social, psychological and spiritual needs as well as physical requirements such as managing pain and other distressing symptoms. Working in the community, these healthcare professionals acknowledge the importance of the comfort of home and the presence of family members is. Hospice supports people to remain as independent and active as possible.

Katie McGregor, a Mercy Hospice community palliative care nurse, believes she has the best job in the world. Whilst some may find the idea of providing specialist care to people facing life-limiting illnesses quite daunting, 29-year-old McGregor has quite a different view.

“It’s one of the wonderful parts of my job, seeing the pleasure and sense of self my patients get from being in their own homes. I don’t see the work I do as being about death and dying at all. It’s about improving the quality of people’s lives so they can live to the full. For instance I love it when I call my patients

Get to know your cycle so you can get the timing right: If you have a 28 day cycle, the best days to conceive are days 11, 12 and 13 or you could just time sex when you notice slippery clear mucus.

Trying to conceive should be fun, but it is not always quick or easy. Having a realistic idea of the likely time to conceive can help to reduce stress levels — and a little bit of knowledge around your fertility timeline can actually improve your chances.

A useful resource we recommend is the online Biological Clock. www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/ Understanding-your-fertility/BiologicalClock.asp or the app is available for iPhone or iPad, under Fertility Associates. If the clock shows that you have been trying long enough on your own, then a chat with a fertility specialist would be the next best step.

Dr Mary Birdsall MBChB, FRANZCOG, MSc(Oxon) Fertility Specialist Fertility Associates

up for an appointment and they say, “can’t see you today Katie, I’m going out,” says McGregor.

Community nurses form part of the palliative care service Mercy Hospice provides at no cost to patients and their families - regardless of age, ethnicity, means or religion, thanks to the continued generosity of the community.

Mercy Hospice Celebrates Caring for the Auckland Community for 35 Years Mercy Hospice Auckland has been caring for patients and families affected by life-limiting illness in the Auckland community for 35 years. It is through your generous support that Mercy Hospice has been able to deliver a range of services ensuring patients and families receive the care and support required. This wouldn’t have been achieved without community support, so please accept our heartfelt thanks for your generosity over the last 35 years. The number of patients and their families requiring Mercy Hospice care is increasing and we continue to need your ongoing support.

Please donate today by visiting: www.mercyhospice.org.nz.

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01 — Abbeyfield House 02 — Terry Foster 03 — From left: Joan, Peter, Audine

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Flatting: Never too Old Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

Not-for-profit organisation Abbeyfield was founded in the UK in 1956, the concept arriving at these shores nearly 40 years later. It provides shared rental housing for seniors who would otherwise be living alone. Unlike care homes, Abbeyfield offers freedom and independence, with residents not only allowed to come and go as they please, but to also have control of how things are done. It’s a democracy. Essentially, it’s flatting for seniors.

“We’re saving the government and the health boards big bucks by deferring and delaying people going into rest homes and hospitals, requiring expensive medical treatments,” says treasurer Martin Stephenson. “The mental and physical well-being of the residents definitely improves. When you compare some to what they were like when they first arrived, often having been living a lonely, insular life, it’s incredible. The interaction brings them out of their shells, everyone encourages each other and builds support networks and confidence. Some of the changes are dramatic, a total turn around.”

Peter Smit is the newest arrival at Abbeyfield Auckland. “To be alone for a long time is not a good thing,” says the former steel worker. “That’s pretty well recognised. The bulk of us had been on our own for long periods, which isn’t

ideal, but it’s a fact of life. You can’t plan these things. It’s solved here.”

“And if you do want to be alone, you just go to your room and close the door for some privacy,” adds Peggy Johnston who later, over chocolate mud cake, proudly tells me she is one of the last of the original foundation members having been there for over seven years. The Sandringham house was built in 2006, and there are a further ten around New Zealand. The first and last ones were constructed in Nelson in 1994 and 2010, and two more are in the pipeline (there are nearly 800 Abbeyfield residences in total, spread over 16 countries around the world).

Each one has 10-14 residents staying in ensuite rooms.

“It is gaining in popularity, but it’s just not well enough known,” says chairperson Terry Foster. “The biggest problem is getting the information out there. It’s a great concept, everyone that hears about it agrees, but the model we have relies on land being given to us for free.”

In the true spirit of flatting, rent is all inclusive and collected weekly. A housekeeper is on hand to help out with cooking and cleaning, while a volunteer committee looks after things behind the

scenes. Residents even choose their next flatmates, with potential recruits invited to stay for a no-obligation week once a room becomes available.

“It’s a good way of finding out if they’re compatible,” says Terry. “It’s part of our whole philosophy of allowing residents to have a say in how the place is managed. Of course there are sometimes differences, but nothing that can’t be resolved. It’s like a big family.”

“We’re all generally considerate of others,” says three-year resident Audine Robson. “If it’s a sunny day, we don’t go out and leave our washing in the machine, knowing there will be a queue for it, things like that. But sometimes there has to be some compromise, like in any family.”

Any arguing over the TV channels?

“I just watch whatever’s on, or get on with my knitting and let everyone else fight it out,” chuckles Peggy.

A couple of years ago, two of the residents even announced their engagement to their flatties, and later held their wedding ceremony in the house. “It surprised everyone,” says Martin. “The house was all abuzz, preparing for the big day. It was a real celebration.”

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In the true spirit of flatting, rent is all inclusive and collected weekly. A housekeeper is on hand to help out with cooking and cleaning, while a volunteer committee looks after things behind the scenes.

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VOICE MATTERS

IT’S TIME TO DO SOMETHING

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ABOUT YOUR HEARING Have you ever wondered whether you might have a hearing problem? Have your friends and family commented about your hearing?

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More often than not, it is family and friends who are the first to notice that you are no longer hearing as clearly since they are generally the ones who have had to raise their voice or repeat themselves — for you.

A lot of patients that I have seen have been unaware that they are losing their hearing, or may have not have been aware of the extent of the hearing impairment. Hearing loss can affect your ability to fully participate in a range of social activities like going to dinner with a group, or enjoying a film at the cinema.

Quite seriously, the next generation, and their children, looks up to you and wants to know who you really are. And one day they may cherish a record of that.

Have you thought of telling the grandchildren, or the great grandchildren, what you care about, feel, love, believe in? A bother here is that most of us would rather be out and about than tap tap tapping on the computer for hours.

So, how does this idea sound? When your son or daughter says — ‘please write your memoirs’, just nod agreeably. Then pick up the phone and give me a call.

Instead of using up the winter on the project, you can spend a few afternoons, with a recording microphone clipped to your collar. You talk about what you want to, I will record you and if necessary provide some direction.

Many of my patients actually admit that they do not enjoy social situations like they used to and withdraw from social situations, or do not participate in conversation for fear of saying the wrong thing or replying inappropriately. They can often feel exhausted, irritated or frustrated by having to cope with a hearing problem.

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Rest Home and Hospital Care under one Roof Words Jenna More

Above: Bob Coombe

Above: Daphne Duncumb

Driving into Eden Lifestyle Care & Village is not unlike arriving at a hotel. The beautiful stonework of the buildings and the water feature at the entry are the precursors to rooms filled with beautiful furnishings and welcoming artworks. It’s hard to believe this is a care facility that offers both rest home and hospital care; and even better is that when / if hospital care is required, there is no need to move from your home suite, for the care is bought to you, and none of the usual upheaval is required.

Daphne Duncumb When 87-year-old Daphne Duncumb found she wasn’t coping too well in her own home she spied an ad in the local paper for Eden Village. Without letting on to her family she took a girlfriend to see it. “I’ve got asthma, osteoarthritis in my foot and shoulders and then I had a heart attack,” she says.

“Things were getting too much and I wasn’t allowed to drive any longer either so I couldn’t get to places like the store or the library.” Daphne had lived in Hillsborough Heights for 16 years, an area too hilly for her to safely walk around. It was there she’d nursed her late husband Howard (QSM), when he became ill with Parkinson’s disease. Deciding she couldn’t just sit there and twiddle her thumbs she made the decision to move. “I have no regrets,” she says. “I think the beauty of it is everything comes to you. The girls help me when I need it, I have my own furniture around me, and I’ve made friends to play scrabble with,” she says. “The food’s good too – too good. I’ve put on weight! My daughter says ‘mum just sit back and enjoy it’ and I say ‘you won’t say that when you have to buy me new clothes because these don’t fit anymore!’”

“It’s the rest home version of flying up the front of the plane,” says Sharalon Sutherland, Business and Care Manager.

“Families enjoy it too. Lots come by for Sunday lunch and the café is as good as any you’ll find nearby. Truly – this is the nicest rest home in the country.”

Bob Coombe Eighty-four-year-old Bob Coombe moved into Eden Village with his wife Vivienne last November. “We were in another rest home and had reached the point where we needed hospital care,” he says. So Bob asked their 15 children to find them a home. (Yes, 15!) “The kids found us Eden Village and we were very pleased,” says Bob. ”The staff and management are brilliant.” Sadly Vivienne (77) died in January. “I decided to stay on. I’ve got everything I need, a little deck, space for family visits, and the food is great,” he says. “One of my sons is a chef and he said this place is simply amazing.” Bob goes downstairs to the restaurant, where he has made many friends, for his meals. “I miss Vivienne,” says Bob of the wife he was married to for 55 years. “But I decided I could sit around and mope or I could get out there and meet people. You’ve got to don’t you? Whether the door to my suite is open or shut, help, is always at hand, but never intrusive.”

EDEN LIFESTYLE CARE & VILLAGE For further information visit www.oceanialiving.co.nz or see the Eden Lifestyle Care & Village ad on the facing page

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The Cost of Counting Calories Words Jamie Christian Desplaces

Dr Libby’s mission is not just to save lives, but to ensure that they are lived to their fullest. Her latest tome, The Calorie Fallacy, sports the tagline “Stop Dieting, Start Nourishing” which succinctly sums up that goal. “I believe people are ready for a new way to explore their health,” she says.

“They’re sick of being told ‘do this, ignore that’. No-one can stick to it, it’s too much.” The focus, Libby continues, should be to move away from the “depravation and starvation mentality” and the negative connotations it brings. Instead of concerning ourselves with constantly counting calories we need to embrace real foods. “We should get our fats from things like oily fish, nuts and avocado,” says Libby. “Foods which are more satiating help appetite regulation and fend off those 3pm sugar cravings. I’ve done it with thousands of people and it really does work.”

Another trick is to increase our consumption of bitter taste based foods such as leafy greens. We eat on average 35 times a week, three main meals and two snacks daily. Dr Libby makes the point that if seven of those weekly bites were to be considered healthy, including just one more real food meal would lead to a doubling of nutrient intake in just two months: “Fourteen-plus real meals is a great target to work towards. It’s realistic and sustainable for the whole family. The way we eat makes a massive difference to our bodies’ abilities to prevent disease, fight off illness and combat ageing.”

The science upon which many modern diet programs is based is nearly a century out of date. “The calorie equation — which states body shape and size is determined by how much we move versus how much we eat — doesn’t work anymore,” explains Dr Libby. “It was first published in 1918, and it’s a whole different world. It makes no allowance for the non-food ingredients in processed food and their impact on body fat, or that society is now faster and more stressful which changes our whole metabolism.”

Stress is something Dr Libby has written about in one of her other five books, Rushing Woman’s Syndrome. It’s an issue that’s just as important as diet. “The first purpose of adrenaline was to warn us of danger, to keep us alive,” she says. “Now it’s activated our perception of pressure and urgency as well as caffeine. A high level of adrenaline is still interpreted as danger by our bodies meaning we are in a state of red alert which increases blood pressure and inflammation. It’s dangerous because we’re actually safe just sitting behind a computer dealing with deadlines and drinking coffee. It makes us take short sharp shallow breaths too which only perpetuates the

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cycle. People need to learn to breathe diaphragmatically again — whereby the belly goes in and out — as we all did as babies. It’s like a yoga breath. It’s the fastest way to lower stress hormones and return to a state of calm.”

While Dr Libby worries there is still a significant a disparity been those moving towards “exceptional food choices” and those that aren’t getting the right information, she is encouraged by the ever-growing trend of twenty-somethings turning their backs on sugary drinks in favour of vegetable-based smoothies: “The more that groundswell comes from the younger people, the more shops and cafes will supply it and the more it will become available to everyone.”

The nutritional biochemist admits that there is a lot of conflicting information that confuses consumers, often leaving them feeling overwhelmed. Her books and seminars look to combat that. “I try to make it simple, because it really is simple,” says Libby.

“We’re supposed to eat food as nature intended it to be eaten.

I want people to realise the way we eat, drink, move, think, believe and perceive today doesn’t just impact how we feel and function now, but in the future. The power to change is in our hands and the first step is to move towards real food. It’s where the nutrients are and it’s the nutrients that keep us alive. Muscle building too is important, especially though our core. The higher the muscle mass, the higher the metabolic rate, which is great for sustaining energy, burning body fat and enhancing positive mood.”

It doesn’t matter if we fall off the wagon occasionally. A little indulgence is, says Dr Libby, good for the soul. “We’re so privileged with life that it’s too easy rushing round missing how beautiful it is,” she says. “A lot of people focus on what they don’t have, and it’s fine to have goals, but if you don’t focus on what you already have then you’re missing out on so much. I want people to get back in touch with how precious life is, how precious we are. When we make good choices, when we take better care of ourselves, we tend to be more patient, our sense of humour rises to the surface and we are kinder to ourselves and those around us. It has a ripple effect on everything you come into contact with.”

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ALL ABOUT DENTURES Have you thought about getting new dentures but are unsure where to start or who to see? Are your dentures loose, uncomfortable to wear, or do you feel self-conscious when you smile? Do you need full dentures, or do you need to replace just some of your teeth? These are just some of the situations we have advised people about over the years, to help them clarify their needs and goals, and to give them a feeling of reassurance about the way forward.

Here are some of the important things to consider when sourcing new dentures: Experience It’s important that the person you choose to make your dentures has the relevant experience required, as denture making is both an art and a science. There are two registered groups of people legally able to provide dentures. Dentists and Clinical Dental Technicians. Dentists perform a wide range of dental procedures with dentures being just one of those. Clinical Dental Technicians focus exclusively on making and fitting dentures.

While both groups are competent to provide dentures, Clinical Dental Technicians tend to be more experienced in providing dentures as this is what they specialise in, all day, every day. It is important that your dentures are well made and crafted to fit your individual needs. Not only should they fit well and be comfortable, they should look and feel like natural teeth.

Quality of Materials Like most things, the materials that go into making dentures come in varying degrees of quality. It is important that the materials used in your dentures are high quality as this will ensure your dentures look natural, and are durable and long lasting. Dentures made from quality materials should last ten to fourteen years before they need replacing.

Working with Someone You Can Relate To Getting new dentures can sometimes be an intimidating and emotional process. It is important that you work with someone who takes the time to listen to your individual needs and tailors a treatment option that best meets those needs and fits within

your budget. At no stage of the process you should feel rushed and your input should always be considered.

Having Your Teeth Extracted and a Denture Fitted If you need to have teeth extracted and a denture made, you need what is known as an immediate denture. Immediate dentures are made prior to having your teeth extracted and are fitted on the day of extraction. They can be either full dentures or partial dentures. Many people are apprehensive that immediate dentures will negatively impact their appearance.

However this need not be the case. It is important that your denture provider works closely with you to give you exactly the appearance you want.

Finding the right denture provider is important as your dentures are going to affect your quality of life for many years. Do some research. Go online and search for “Dentures”. This will give you a myriad of information. Ask your friends for recommendations.

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Living In The 21st Century What makes up traditional living in 2014?

There’s no denying the world we live in has changed. As so often happens, life imitates art and where once upon a time society was usually based on the unit of mum, dad and the kids a la the Cunningham family in Happy Days, these days we’re just as likely to see Modern Family’s set up of Jay Pritchett and his second wife, her son/his stepson, and their infant son along with his two adult children and their families.

And of course flatting for young singles as depicted in Friends is common, but more and more we’re also likely see mature people sharing a house to cut costs and curb loneliness.

Modern living comprises a mix of living situations. There’s the extended family, the traditional family, the blended family, solo parenting, grandparents raising grandchildren, communal living, single living - the list goes on. The fictional stories some television shows are based on are by no means far-fetched.

Indeed, Annie (42) never dreamed she’d be parenting young children again after raising the teens she gave birth to 20 odd-years ago. But fast forward a decade or so, she met her partner Mike, and along came Zac, 5, Danielle, 3 and six month old Jane. Mike is a new father at 50 and could well be a stepgrandfather in the not-too-distant future.

By the same token couples who have raised a family through the traditional route can sometimes find themselves parenting for a second time around as grandparents. So commonplace is this that an organisation GRG (Grandparents Raising Grandchildren) has blossomed to support the thousands of people in this situation. And then there are the older folk who have never married or whose children have grown and their spouses have died. If they have limited means they’re in a difficult position as Housing New Zealand’s priority tends to be families.

That’s why the Bays Community Housing Trust Sunrise House is being so well received. The Northcote house was built as a home for older women with few assets to share as senior flatmates. It has five bedrooms, each with an ensuite, mini fridge and balcony and shared living spaces. It’s name, Sunrise House, represents new beginnings. “This is a completely new way of living for me, but after four months I can recommend ‘flatting for seniors’,” says one happy resident.

Wherever you’re at in life: sharing a flat with friends before your big OE, settling down with a family of your own and struggling to get a foot in the housing market, or enjoying your twilight years, don’t discount being inventive. There are no rules to how we live in the 21st century.

As it turns out, even Happy Days had an alternative scenario.

Yes, Howard, Marion, Richie and Joanie were the epitome of traditional. However “The Fonz” was their wild card. Arthur Herbert “Fonzie” Fonzarelli was abandoned as a child and his grandmother raised him from the age of four.

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I am quite aware that I am looking at the last leg of my life but I am not ready to rock on a chair and wait to die. On the contrary, I am a young 65 years old, active, connected and healthy. All was looking good until my husband lost the business he’d had for 41 years. He was unprepared, had no savings, lots of debts and at age 73, ended up with only his pension. In 24 hours, my life went from normal to rock bottom. I tried very hard to hold it together for two years but our marriage did not survive. We separated. My husband found his way out by offering his services to VSA for as long as he can. What do I do now? A pensioner on my own and no family to speak of. Rents are too high. I was getting desperate. I didn’t want to flat with 20-year-old kids. A good angel made me look at the North Shore Times from my neighbour’s box and I saw an ad for this BCHT housing project! How wonderful!”

01 — Cast of Happy Days 02 — Cast of Modern Family Words Jenna Moore

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REMUERA GARDENS

THE AUTUMN YEARS Beautifully situated within a sunny, spacious and private park, Remuera Gardens is an exclusive retirement community where you’ll have time to focus on the things you enjoy most. So handy to all the local shops and cafés you know and love, it’s so easy for friends and family to pop in.

Resident Roy Adams of Remuera Gardens talks to Jenna Moore

The park-like surroundings of Remuera Gardens lend an ‘oasis in the city’ ambience to the retirement community that boasts Sunday music concerts, a heated pool, Tai Chi, petanque and much, much more.

Roy Adams, 85, is the chairperson of the Residents Committee and the Friday night barman. “I’d been living alone for 11 years, my wife had been in Kensington House before she died,” he says. “When I turned 80 I set myself a timetable to be divorced from the responsibilities that come with a house by 83. I came to an open day and signed up a week later.”

Roy has an independent apartment. He likes that Kensington House rest home is part of the community. “One day while walking, I tripped and hurt a finger so I went to Kensington House. It turned out I needed specialist care, but for me it was a big thing to be able to go to there first.”

“Residents get priority and they can also go there for respite care,” says Remuera Garden’s manager Judi Higginson.

“I like the personal security, a night watchman wanders around, you can make friends and you can take part in as little or as much as you like,” says Roy. “I didn’t want to get to the stage where my family said I had to move and I didn’t want to leave them with a lot of trouble. My message is not to leave it too late.”

“I think your early 70s is a good time to come; some people leave it until their 90s and they can’t participate in what’s available as much,” adds Judi.

Our serviced apartment residents enjoy the highest levels of care, including meals, laundry and cleaning. Should a higher level of care be needed in the future, residents have priority access to Kensington House rest home. Come and see for yourself just how good your life could be.

Come and chat to our friendly residents to ensure you are making the best decision for you and your family. We have a range of acitivities on site-Mahjong, Scrabble, Book club, Sitch’n chat, Bridge and Concerts. Our village van makes regular trips to Shopping Centres, Bridge Club and Theatres.

We welcome you to join us here at Remuera Gardens Sunday 20th September, 11am until 4pm, to share complimentary refreshments.

Please phone reception on 09 520 1103 to have a chat and arrange a convenient time to visit.

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THE EXERCISE ROOM

EXERCISE AWAY THE YEARS

Over Big Gyms?

Aging is a process we all have to go through, but accepting that our youthful looks are fading is not easy. Many of us may be tempted by expensive cosmetic surgery or botox injections — but there is another way!

Studies have shown that exercise may be the closest thing to a fountain of youth. Regular exercise combats the effects of aging by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels, stimulating circulation and reducing the risk of heart attack, heart disease and stroke. It strengthens bones, tones muscles, fosters weight loss, relieves stress and boosts your mood, all of which helps you look and feel younger.

Programs from just $23.95 per week

There is conclusive evidence that higher levels of HGH (Human Growth Hormone) are what keep the body young, and the “aging process” could be reversed if these levels were increased.

Studies conducted by the National Institute of Health concluded that adults of middle and advanced age should be incorporating more intense anaerobic workouts into their lifestyle. This evidence could explain why fitness fans, such as 50 -year-old Elle Macpherson known as “The Body”, age so well.

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Many professional athletes and those in the entertainment industry are using HGH injections in an effort to maximize fat burning, muscle tone and reduce the visibility of age. These injections come at a high price both financially and for your health as there can be dangerous side effects.

The healthiest way to achieve the same results is the natural way, and the key is anaerobic exercise. You can increase the levels of HGH in the body by engaging in vigorous workouts.

A good way to do this is interval training. For example, adding sprint intervals into your regular jogging session.

Keeping skin radiant is top of mind for the majority of those over 40. Collagen breakdown in the skin may contribute to the formation of wrinkles. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for the production of collagen so try adding more into your diet.

Lower energy levels are another aspect of aging and a poor diet is often the culprit. Make sure you consume foods rich in iron which delivers energy to every cell in the body - such as lentils, lean red meats and spinach.

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With four clinics across Auckland, bloom provides hearing solutions that are creating a new revolution in hearing. They believe the best way to sort out your hearing problem is to start talking about it.

At their modern clinics, they offer a welcoming environment where you can discuss your hearing needs in a comfortable and friendly setting over tea and coffee.

Their audiologists have a vast level of knowledge and experience to help you make the right choice for your hearing needs.

hearing technology. Hearing aids even connect to your phone, TV and other audio devices.

They believe the best solution to you hearing well is the one where you are involved in. By taking the time to listen to your hearing needs and finding out the challenges you face, they can provide the perfect hearing solution for you and your budget.

They also help you to understand your hearing loss so you are more in control of improving it.

Their audiologists are fully trained and qualified in their field and can access all possible funding including ACC (funding available has now increased since 1st July this year) and War Veterans.

Modern digital hearing aids are tiny, discreet and quite fashionable now. There have been many advances made in

The clinics are Open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm.

To book an appointment at bloom call 0800 522 422 today.

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DR SALLY DAVIS

WINTER BLUES?

I write this month’s column on board my weekly flight from Whakatane to Auckland. Winter is in full force. As the temperatures remain cold and the days short even the best of us can get a little down. The “winter blues” are characterised by mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy levels.

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As a nation we have just come through a wet weather pattern and this seems to have coincided with a drop in energy levels and mood among many of my Bay of Plenty and Auckland clients.

I am reminded of this as I peer out my port-side window of the pencil plane onto the hills and valleys below. Today is a stunner of a day with not a cloud to be seen. Chilly, sunny, clear, and crisp.

Mount Ruapehu looks very inviting even to a non-skiier this day.

Such a view lifts my mood and I recognise that my energy and mood has also been touched by the recent wet and miserable weather pattern.

How can we best manage these winter blues and try and keep our energy high and mood lifted? First, it helps to find the compassionate voice within us (and some of us have to dig deep for this) and acknowledge it is that time of the year. Recognise also that you are not alone with how you feel, and it’s normal to feel a bit more effort may be required to complete or even begin certain tasks.

Secondly, it is helpful to implement a routine to ensure you continue looking after yourself. Getting regular exercise during the summer months is easier now because of the longer days and warmer temperatures . But at this time of the year you may find without a winter exercise schedule days can pass without you experiencing any physical exertion. We know exercising is energising and if we don’t manage to fit it into our daily routine our energy levels can drop.

Some extra self-care is warranted in winter. A massage, a spa treatment or a swim at the hot pools to ensure you are not neglecting yourself. Instead encourage your body and mind to remain energised through the colder, wetter months. Many of us tend to hibernate over winter. Choosing to head home after work to get the home-fires burning is more appealing than the monthly or weekly catch-ups you might otherwise engage in. We can start to isolate ourselves and experience feelings of loneliness or boredom.

This often leads to lower energy levels and a drop in mood. Try and ensure you continue to attend to your interests/hobbies and catchups, even if it is not as regular as during summer months.

Another worthwhile tip for getting through the winter months is to have the carbohydrates in your diet as early as possible in the day and cut back on potatos, rice and pasta. And keep up your water intake. Personally, I find drinking water so much more difficult over the colder months and need to make a concerted effort to keep up my daily intake. I guarantee that drinking plenty of water helps with energy levels.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can lift your mood and keep energy levels high, feel free to email me or phone me (details below) for an appointment.

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101 FITNESS

AS YOU GROW OLDER

George Burns (who lived to be 100) used to say, “If I knew I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself”. An active lifestyle is more important than ever as we age. Why? Regular exercise can help boost energy, maintain your independence, and manage symptoms of illness or pain. Exercise can even reverse some of the symptoms of aging. It is never too late to start!

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Fact: Regular exercise, by building strength and stamina, prevents loss of bone mass and improves balance, actually reducing your risk of falling.

Myth 3: It’s too late. I’m already too old to start exercising.

Fact: You’re never too old to exercise! Exercise can be invigorating and help build muscle mass at any age. If you’ve never exercised before, or it’s been a while, start with light walking and other gentle activities.

Exercise is the key to healthy aging: Starting or maintaining a regular exercise routine can be a challenge as you get older.

You may feel discouraged by illness, ongoing health problems, or concerns about injuries or falls. Or, if you’ve never exercised before, you may not know where to begin. While these may seem like good reasons to slow down and take it easy as you age, they’re actually even better reasons to get moving. In fact, exercise is the key to staying strong, energetic, and healthy as you get older.

Muscle keeps us strong, it burns calories and helps us maintain our weight (muscles are a 24/7 consumer of calories – the magic words: “weight loss”). It is also an essential contributor to our balance and bone strength. Without it, we can lose our independence and our mobility. Research shows that inactivity is responsible for the majority of age-associated muscle loss.

Fortunately, correct and specific strength training (rather than just cardio exercise) in just 25 minutes a week can reverse much of this decline by stimulating the regeneration of muscle fibres.

Proper strength training with the focus on no stress on the joints, is ideal for people with arthritis. This type of strength training can help alleviate symptoms by strengthening the muscles, tendons, and ligaments that surround joints.

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FIT, FLEXIBLE AND 50+ Words: Aimee Robson

Being active as we get older is not only a daunting task, but can seem more effort than it’s worth. Gyms crowded with strong and athletic 20-year olds are enough to put anyone off, especially if one’s fitter days are long gone. A long list of excuses can sometimes replace an active lifestyle, but the benefits of exercise in our later years are endless. Whatever the extent of our fitness regime, studies have shown that all levels of exercise have the potential to reverse aging, ease and prevent many illnesses, and prolong our life expectancy.

We’re running out of excuses not to dig out the running shoes again — or buy a fabulous new pair.

Muscular mass has been shown to have a significant decrease after the middle-age mark, the loss being more rapid in less active people. Muscle weakness is the single most reason for falls in the elderly and can result in a lack of confidence in the frail. For this very reason strength training is the key to developing fast muscle cells and regaining reflexes. Gym equipment is optimal when tracking progress, but it will please many people to know that lifting household items (even grandchildren!) can give the very same benefits. Avoiding the loss of bone mass and accelerating our metabolism means picking up the weights will for once be a good thing!

But as we know, weight training is not for everyone. Fortunately there are other ways to improve flexibility and general strength.

Yoga has been proven to normalise blood pressure and balance the nervous system, preventing many common health and emotional problems linked with aging. Quietening the mind and exercising the body is the perfect combination for those with a stressed mentality and physique, e.g. busy mothers and working women. Practising yoga and balance has been proven to encourage deeper and longer sleep, and even reduce the physical signs of aging. So where’s the catch? Limbering up and extending one’s range of motion can improve many aspects of everyday life. And the best thing about this form of exercise, i.e. yoga, is that you can do it at your own pace.

The key is to not limit ourselves. Swimming, walking, cleaning (even shopping, provided you’re on foot) are all steps in the right direction. No matter what your age or current physical condition, any fitness regime you put in place will be a positive lifestyle change. And unlike the matching tracksuit buried in the bottom drawer, endorphins never go out of fashion.

AUGUST 2014

Whose money is it Anyway?

Words: Angus St Clair Brown

I’ve been skiing since I was three, but until very recently, I had never heard that word applied perjoratively, or perhaps, acrimoniously, to a whole generation of parents intent on Spending their Kids’ Inheritance. I shuddered as this story was assigned to me — the journalistic equivalent of a ‘hospital pass’. And even if it is a genuine trend, it’s more suitable as a doctoral thesis than a 350-word puff piece.

It seems the idea has been around for a while. A 2005 article in the Telegraph cites a survey showing that two thirds of British parents “plan to enjoy life and not worry too much about leaving a legacy”. Former Coronation Street actor Annie

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Hulley has written no less than two books on the subject and in a more recent story the Daily Mail trotted out examples of British pensioners taking out lifetime mortgages on their homes so they can ride elephants in Thailand and kayak down the Zambezi. The implication appears to be that this trend is associated with the baby boomers, who are now in or nearing retirement and are keen to enjoy their dosh whilst they can.

I could, if I had the space (and the inclination), canvas the Abrahamic traditions pertaining to the patrilineal distribution of inheritance. I could plumb the historical and social antecedents of today’s allegedly profligate parents. I could blame the wars, the depression, the rise and rise of materialism and consumer culture, and so on ad infinitum. But I fear that as well as quickly exceeding my meagre word limit, this would undoubtedly bore you to tears.

As a social phenomenon, one could make the argument that SKIing reflects a shift in attitudes towards saving, inheritance and legacies that is inextricably linked with what Ken Wilber calls “Boomeritis” – a pathological belief system unique to baby boomers and marked by relativism, narcissism and aversion to hierarchy. Personally I think this is being far too hard on them.

Rather, I think the Telegraph got it right in suggesting that there is currently less of an expectation on parents to leave an inheritance and that many children now feel that parents should have a comfortable and enjoyable retirement instead of leaving the bulk of their money behind.

There are countless examples of high profile individuals (from Sting to Warren Buffett) who are choosing not to leave most of their estate to their children. I thought Jackie Chan rather nicely articulated this sentiment. Regarding his son Jaycee, Chan said: “if he is capable, he can make his own money. If he is not, he will just be wasting my money”.

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SLIPON SWIMSUITS

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SlipOn New Zealand Limited was born out of the incredibly caring nature of its director and founder Dianne Rothhammer Sheetz.

Dianne has had many years of experience in the aquatic industry, which started with her supporting her daughter to win gold and bronze Medals at the Munich Olympics as part of the USA swimming team.

Through the years Dianne has always listened to the needs of people and tried to help where she could. One day she was waiting for a physical therapy teacher who had just finished an Aquatic Parkinson’s class, when a husband remarked to Dianne that he had to wait 30 minutes for his wife to get out of her wet bathing suit. It dawned on Dianne that the swimsuit design of the day was a handicap for most women “I always hated tugging and pulling my swimsuit on and off but had no thoughts of ladies who were not healthy, what a struggle they must have” said Dianne.

Over the next few years Dianne solicited the help of a swimsuit designer and they went to work on fine tuning Dianne’s new revolutionary SlipOn swimsuit; a swimsuit that only takes minutes to slip on and a minute to slip off. It has a utility patent throughout the world till 2025.

Dianne went on to research how the SlipOn swimsuit could help women from different walks of life. She soon learnt that the SlipOn swimsuit could potentially be responsible for changing people’s lives.

The importance of exercising in water was forefront in Dianne’s mind and she knew the SlipOn swimsuit had to be made for all body shapes and sizes so that ALL women could get into the pool and experience the benefits that only water exercise can provide.

SlipOn swimsuits are now been worn by women of all ages who are tired of struggling with their regular togs and who want to look great in a stylish swimsuit that has been made using top quality fabric. The sizes range from 6 to 34 and come in three different torso lengths to ensure a great fit.

Dianne is truly a woman of compassion, who believes that nothing should get in our way of living life to the fullest. And why not look good while we are doing it?

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FATHER'S DAY FEATURE

The Men Behind Powerful Women Behind every great man, so the saying goes, is a great woman. In the spirit of equality, Verve decided to turn that on its head and take a look at some of the guys behind some of history’s greatest gals.

Words Jamie Christian Desplaces

Prince Philip Speaking at their golden wedding celebrations in 1997, the Queen described Prince Philip as her rock. “He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years,” she said. “And I and his whole family, in this and many other countries, owe him a debt greater than he would ever claim or we shall ever know.”

Philip was born the nephew of Greece’s King Constantine I, and following a revolt was forced into exile in the 1920s. He was given safe passage by the British Navy, spending the following years wandering through Europe, finally to be schooled in the UK. By his late teens, the Greek monarchy had been reinstated, but Philip remained in Britain, catching the eye of a distant cousin named Elizabeth. A naval officer, he saw action during World War II. In 1947 he married his sweetheart, who five years later, through a series of unforseen events, became queen.

Raymond Parks On 1 December, 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama, a black woman by the name of Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat for a group of white people, and changed the world forever. “People always say that I didn’t give up my seat because I was tired, but that isn’t true,” she writes in her autobiography, My Story. “I was not tired physically… I was not old. No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.” Her life was dedicated to civil rights activism and in 1999 she was awarded the ultimate civilian gong: the Congressional Medal of Honor. For nearly 45 years her husband, Raymond, fought by her side.

“He was never afraid of white people,” Rosa once said of him. Raymond died of cancer in 1977. A decade later, the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development was founded by his wife in his honour.

Gordon Roddick Only five days after first meeting his future wife, Anita, Gordon Roddick invited her to move in with him. They were married for almost four decades until her sudden death from a brain haemorrhage in 2007.

During that time, Dame Anita founded the Body Shop empire, the charity Children on the Edge and campaigned for the likes of Greenpeace, Amnesty and Reprieve. Gordon always had her back.

She dreamed, it was said, and he would make her dreams come true. “Bearing in mind what Anita achieved,” Gordon told the Telegraph following her passing, “I can only conclude the world is a richer place for her having been here.” It was now his duty, he went on, to continue the fight “to do Anita justice”.

Pierre Curie Pioneering scientist Marie Curie was the not only the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, but the only one to win it in two disciplines: for physics in 1903 and chemistry eight years later. Curie was also the first woman to become a professor at Paris University. Her husband, Pierre, also a scientist, shared that first prize (along with physicst Henri Becquerel) and together they laid the foundations for the use of radioactivity for medical treatments. In a tragic twist, it was exposure to radiation that eventually killed Marie. Together with Pierre, she is enshrined in the crypt at Paris’ Panthéon.

Their daughter and son-in-law have also been awarded Nobel Prizes for their contributions to physics.

Denis Thatcher Margaret Thatcher may have been known as the Iron Lady, but few decisions were made without her seeking counsel from husband Denis first. As a member of the Dartford Conservative Party selection committee, Denis first recommended Margaret as a party candidate for the 1950 general election. Denis denied that it was love at first sight, saying that to begin with their relation was purely professional. However, they married in 1951, and Margaret reportedly cooked him dinner every night it was possible for her to do so. When she stood for Conservative Party leadership in 1975, Mr Thatcher said, “Of course I told her I’d support her all the way – that’s what marriage is all about.” Denis claimed to have been married to one of history’s greatest women, and that all he could produce, “small as it may be, was love and loyalty”. He was very nearly killed with her when the IRA bombed the Conservative Party conference hotel in 1984. When told not to go back to his room for fear of further danger, Denis replied: “Do be reasonable. I can’t go around in my pyjamas.”

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FATHER'S DAY FEATURE

A Man of the Cloth Words Jamie Christian Desplaces

Ronald Biddick has been in the tailoring business since he was 16 years old.

During the 32 years that have passed since that early start he has dressed the likes of Jonah Lomu, Pierce Brosnan and Luciano Pavarotti. His CBD tailoring service, RJB Design, is considered New Zealand’s very best, not least by one of its most loyal patrons, Prime Minister John Key. “We’ve been making Mr Key’s suits for a decade,” says Biddick. “He’s been fantastic, a great guy to work with. When I first met him, you could tell he was going places. It was a pleasure looking after him, and still is. He’s passionate about New Zealand manufacturing too.”

Biddick shares that passion, as does his wife Natasha.“She has Belgian, Italian and English heritage, and a great sense of style. We make a great team.”

When Key attended the Royal Wedding in 2011, he was decked out in a jade cloth suit courtesy of the tailors. “It became famous around the world,” says Biddick.

“It was the first ever jade cloth suit, and it was made using merino wool grown

by Dick Bell in the South Island. It was washed with green stone then woven in England. We later had the privilege of presenting five metres of the fabric to Prince Charles, who then had his tailor use it to make him a suit which he wore here on his birthday. We just gave another five metres to Prince William too.”

Biddick, who along with his wife knows London’s tailoring industry well having spent some years working in prestigious New Bond Street, is surprised at the number of Kiwis who still underestimate New Zealand’s raw materials. “We really do produce some of the very best fabrics in the world,” Biddick continues. “Our sheep farmers are incredible. Our merino wools are used by some of the finest mills and some of the top tailors of Savile Row.” Biddick knows London’s tailoring industry well, having spent a number of years with his wife working in prestigious New Bond Street. “You develop a certain style there, a certain technique,” he says.

“When we arrived back in New Zealand

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we realised that there was the market for European-styled suits.”

Biddick says not only are younger guys now looking to dress more smartly, but movies and TV shows are arousing a greater interest in bespoke garments.

“They’ve done an incredible job of bringing James Bond into the 21st century – that guy can really wear a suit – and we get a lot of men asking for replica designs,” says Biddick. “We have to research the fabric, the cut, the button details, work out how it will fall on them. I have a Great Gatsby-inspired Harris tweed three-piece suit in our window.”

Biddick stresses that at RJB Design they cater to the individual, not the masses.

They look to build long-term relationships with clients. “Our business is dressing people for their careers, their lives,” he says. “We are classic and contemporary tailors, the best in New Zealand. We are very proud of being New Zealand-made and will remain so.” There is no better feeling, adds Biddick, than putting on a beautiful garment for a beautiful occasion.

And there is no better feeling than creating it: “We love what we do,” he says. “I plan on doing it until the day that I die.”

Photography Michael Ng 01 — Ronald Biddick

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Harley Davidsons and the Hogs who love them Words: Angus St Clair Brown

You live more in five minutes on a bike like this going flat out than some people live in a lifetime. - Burt Munro In his characteristically forthright manner, Munro acknowledged the danger, and the pure exhilaration of riding motorcycles.

Naturally, Burt was talking about his beloved Indian Scout, but the sentiment could just as aptly be applied to a Harley.

The iconic American company, founded in 1903, has been producing beautiful models of glistening chrome, leather and raw muscle for over a century. The brand has survived the Great Depression, a period of poor quality control in the 1970s and a serious threat from the Japanese automotive industry, but these days it remains the dominant global force in heavy road bikes.

Harleys (or Hogs as insiders affectionately refer to them) are synonymous with freedom, rebellion, masculinity and downright coolness — associations

reinforced by countless Hollywood stars from Easy Rider’s Peter Fonda to Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2 down to Bruce Willis and Captain America himself, Chris Evans. It should come as no surprise then that Harleys are amongst the favourite big-boys’ toys of the baby boomer generation. Indeed, Hogs sales depend inordinately upon middle-aged white males, much to the chagrin of many a wife. Certainly though, a new kit of black leather and 1690cc of original Fat Boy® grunt is a more expedient (and perhaps preferable) means of self-reinvention than an exercise regime, years of soulsearching and a new girlfriend.

There are now over 1,200,000 HOG (Harley Owners Group) members around the world. In Auckland the local chapter has about 370 devotees who, regularly tour the North Island together from Paihia to Porirua. Their upcoming events include a “Hard Arse Rider” to the Mangonui Fish and Chip shop in

August and a “Ladies Garage Ride” to the Bay of Islands in September. Harley Davidson has spent a great deal of money in recent years attempting to expand its customer base and breaking into the female market has been one of their targets. The Auckland guys and gals seem to have a lot of fun, so with Father’s Day just around the corner, perhaps forget the new socks and get dad a subscription to Hog magazine.

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WATCH THIS SPACE “Even in this age of Blackberrys, iPads, and smart phones, a good watch is much more than a time piece,” writes author and avid watch collector Gene Stone in his tome, The Watch. “It’s the face you look at most frequently throughout the course of the day, it’s the accessory that means the most to you, it’s the marvellous piece of miniscule mechanics that accompanies you everywhere you go.” It’s an investment for some, a family heirloom for others, and as for the rest, he writes, “it’s a way to show off.”

Not only has the traditional wristwatch withstood the digital tidal wave, but in many instances has emerged emboldened. Swatch Group — the world’s largest Swiss watch maker — boasted a 17 per cent rise in earnings in 2013, the continuation of a four-year trend. Swatch CEO Nick Hayek expects the pattern to continue this year thanks, in part, to China.

“Asia’s definitely the biggest market now,” says horologist Blair Shallard, owner of Newmarket’s Watches on Broadway. “I hear Raymond Weil are opening a boutique each week out there.

My sales certainly haven’t been affected by the digital revolution. For those of us who didn’t grow up with a cellphone in our hands, we find it irritating to dig them out. We’d rather just glance at our wrist.” There’s more to it than that, of course. “It’s definitely a luxury item,” continues Blair. “Men don’t wear a great deal of jewellery [ironically, the rise of Swiss watchmaking was a result of a 16th century jewellery ban by religious reformist Jean Calvin. The craftsmen then needed to find something else to do with

their skills] and if you want to show people you’ve ‘made it’, a watch is probably the most identifiable status symbol outside of a car. That’s why Rolexes are so popular.

It’s instantly recognisable as a brand.”

There was a time when it was a brand that only pilots and divers had heard of.

Following the release of the last 007 movie, Skyfall, Digital Luxury Group reported a 45 percent increase in interest on WorldWatchReport for the OMEGA Seamaster, as sported by Bond. GQ magazine deputy editor Bill Prince tells Business Insider that owning a watch is not all about ostentatious wealth.

“It remains a badge of success,” says Prince. “But it’s also a very guy thing.

It’s a 300-year-old technology that’s continued to develop into an intricate and fascinating piece of mechanism, a great thing of beauty that is produced with the best micro-engineering has to offer.”

There’s stiff competition from eastern Germany, but the Swiss are still kings of timekeeping. “Watch parts are now being grown from high tech materials,” says Blair. “And Cartier are developing a system whereby the whole mechanism is sealed and would never need adjusting or servicing.” So what makes a truly great timepiece? “There is a perception of value, whereby you create a brand based on a decent quality project and market it effectively,” Blair goes on. “A staggeringly high number of brands buy parts, assemble them and case them up. But a truly great watch is made by a company that designs, builds and markets their own product from start to finish.

Maurice Lacroix is a good example that we sell here. Rolex is well known but it’s far from the ultimate watch. Of the well

known brands, Philippe probably holds the top spot.”

In 2004, a limited-edition Patek Philippe Calibre 89 fetched over US$5 million.

Its 33 functions incorporate 1,278 parts, including 68 springs and 24 hands. Pretty astonishing for something that fits over your wrist. “I think we will gravitate back towards something where we can see the moving parts, see the quality,” says Blair.

“Fashions are circular. People get tired of the tech and are drawn towards the oldschool. Look at motorcycles, people don’t want sports bikes, the hipsters are riding bobbers. It’s already happening with the watch enthusiasts, they’re going for the older pieces.”

“A watch is the one item that goes everywhere with you,” concludes Gene Stone. “Even in that lonely motel room on a business trip, you can look at your watch and feel a sense of comfort. A watch is your best mechanical friend, wherever you go.”

Words Jamie Christian Desplaces

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FATHER'S DAY FEATURE

SIR MICHAEL’S GLORIOUS HILLS Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

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With Father’s Day fast approaching, Verve brings you the ultimate destination for the ultimate dad sport: The Hills Golf Club on the outskirts of Arrowtown.

Set among stunning mountain surroundings in a glacial valley, 101 hectares of former deer farm has been converted into one of the nation’s premier sporting sites now home to the New Zealand Open. Adorned with ten lakes, a host of ponds and other waterways, the course is quite literally a golfing paradise.

The wetland areas grow both native and exotic vegetation such as the New Zealand flax, toetoe, cabbage trees and an array of reeds and grasses. Elsewhere you’ll find Lombardy poplars, golden and tortured willows, hawthorn, maples, sequoia and oaks, while the entire course is carpeted with 50,000 red and silver tussock plants.

The site was founded as a private golf course by pioneering jeweller, Sir Michael Hill. His passion for the arts (Hill is a concert violinist, and has established the Michael Hill International Violin Competition) has also been incorporated.

Dotted throughout are works by Mark Hill, strategically placed sculptures include the five-metre Weta and a collection of dragonflies. In 2012, the Prime Minister

unveiled a Chinese artwork which consisted of over a hundred wolves and a three-metre warrior. “In New Zealand, young people are not exposed to art and sculpture in the same way they are in Europe,” opines Sir Michael on The Hills’ website. “If people are aware or art by physically seeing and touching it, it tweaks the senses and creates out of the box solutions to all sorts of things. Love it or hate it, art stimulates thought and creativity.”

Such out of the box thinking is epitomised by the Andrew Pattersondesigned clubhouse, which won a gong at the 2008 NZ Institute of Architects Resene Awards and was also a finalist at the inaugural World Architecture Festival in Barcelona that same year.

Known fittingly as “The Wedge”, the turf-topped roof rises from the ground and has even been incorporated as part of a fairway. It’s not uncommon to witness golfers taking a swing from up top. “The impression we want is that the buildings are formed by the same forces that shape the land spiritually and geologically,” write designers Patterson Associates, with Sir Michael adding “when players and spectators come here, I want them to go away saying ‘Wow!’ Wait til you see the Clubhouse.” They’ve certainly achieved that.

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Inside is just as impressive, with luxurious underground spas, walnut panelled changing rooms and private gym flanked by a reflective pond. Three-metre square skylights provide natural light and stunning views of the mountain sky. A full-length bar is decked out in walnut and leather with an elegant fireside courtyard close by. Best of all, the site is built to be sustainable. There are solar panels and the “green roof” of native tussock not only looks incredible, but is of low visual impact, whilst offering insulation and an all-natural climate control. Water waste and energy are contained locally too, with water used to power an underfloor heating system.

“The thing about achieving anything really great in life is that you get an enormous kick out of it,” continues Hill. “I feel privileged to live in this part of New Zealand and I’ve never lived in a better place. I want to give something back and this is my way of doing it.”

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The Penan Tribe Words Marcela Gibson

The Penan are the only truly nomadic tribe remaining in Asia and their numbers are dwindling fast, just a few hundred individuals scarcely hanging on in remote pockets in Northern Sarawak and Kalimantan. They have lived in harmony with the Borneo rainforest for 40,000 years but they now face irreversible change as the logging companies move, relentlessly, ever further into their territory. No heed is paid to their pleas, no notice given to their claim to the land through occupation known as “customary rights”, no sympathy shown as the graves of their ancestors are uprooted and despoiled. The animals flee from the sound of the chain saws, the rivers clog with mud and suffocate the fish, the plants that used to supply them with poison for the darts, remedies for diseases and food like sago, are dying out. The rainforest once provided them with all their needs, animals to hunt, plants to eat and be turned into clothes, bags carrying utensils and shelter, but all this is changing.

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These nomads have never had a need for money. The only trade they have been involved with was with the lowland tribes who supplied them with metal to make into blades for their blow pipes. In exchange they made a range of beautiful mats, baskets and bangles from the dangerously spiked rattan plant.plant, rattan. Making these objects takes many months and starts with stripping the plant fibre, to dyeing them (which involves burying them for up to 3 months to obtain the requisite dark brown and black colours), to drying them out and finally weaving them into exquisite pieces.

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As a way of communication in the jungle they use marking system, for example, when different groups of Penan sometimes cross into one another’s territories, they use a system of sticks, branches and leaves to give information such as how many people are in the party and what they are hunting.

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Their skill comes from thousands of years of practice, skills passed on from one generation to the next, endless patience and the desire for perfection. The race to identify plants to cure various diseases is on. The Penan are said to be one of the most knowledgeable tribes on the planet about plants and their medicinal purposes “The forest is their pharmacy”. 70% of all plants known to have anti tumour properties have been found in the rainforests. The Penan have been driven out of the jungle by the destruction of their habitat however the loggers had graciously provided them with a long houses. Unfortunately they were a nomadic people, skilled in living off the fruits of the jungle and they had no idea how to live a “settled” existence.

Sanitation is unknown to them and the settlement has no fresh water supply. The rest of the world has done little to help them.

If they were animal they would be on the critically endangered list. Who is not aware of the plight of orang-utan, yet who heard of the even more endangered Penan? Both in danger of extinctions as a direct result of human greed.

The rainforest is recognised as an irreplaceable source of biodiversity, of pharmacological wealth and, of course, of valuable timbers so tough they are given names like “Iron wood”. It is nearly impossible to drive a nail through this wood and yet the Penan are able to create seven foot-long blowpipes,

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MONGOLIA Land of Genghis, goats and gers Words and pictures: Julien Erwin

Why visit Mongolia?

Because it is beautiful, the skies are a bright blue almost every day of the year, because it is what remains of the largest nomadic empire on earth, where horses still roam in huge herds alongside goats and yaks, and because the peoples’ lives are as inexorably interwoven with their livestock and the earth as can be found anywhere on this planet. It is vast and challenging, mysterious and magical.

Mongolia is struggling to purge itself of the Russian occupation and to find its place somewhere between traditional nomadic lifestyles and the onward rush of modern society.

Its capital Ulan Bataar, infamous for being the coldest capital in the world, is an unappealing city. A concrete Lego-land devoid of any redeeming architectural style, concrete apartment blocks struggle to dominate the ruins of old and abandoned buildings — a legacy from the Russian occupation that Mongolia is struggling hard to shake off. However it is the base from which to launch oneself into the unspoilt and sparsely populated countryside that is home to a variety of nomadic herdsmen that today make up modern Mongolia.

Genghis Khan’s empire stretched form the Caspian Sea in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east, from Russia in the north deep into China in the south.

Ten million square miles in comparison to the paltry 2 million square miles that comprised the Roman Empire at its peak. Contrary to popular opinion Genghis was not a cruel and ruthless conqueror. Although his conquests were brutal once the offer of surrender to the territory targeted for invasion had been refused, Genghis was an astute and compassionate leader.

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He borrowed a lot from those he vanquished, learning much about warfare and weapons from the Chinese, mathematics, currency and writing from the Turks, craftsmanship in glass, silver, jewellry, carpentry, weaving and painting from Central Asia and China. He incorporated these new ideas and skills into his life and the lives of his soldiers and their families. He gave away much of the spoils of war and compensated the widows and the families of fallen soldiers handsomely.

He continued to live a very modest lifestyle devoid of the trappings that can accrue to the wealthy and sedentary, preferring to travel light and unencumbered. Religious freedom was encouraged and promotion in his army was dependent on performance and loyalty and totally unfettered by family ties, wealth or level of education.

To say that the Mongolians are proud of Genghis would be an understatement. He is their hero - and his statue, flanked by two of his most trusted generals, looms large over the main square in Ulan Bataar.

But it is out in the Gobi desert and on the Steppes that the marvel and wonder of this unique counrtry really makes itself felt. The distances are vast, the plains

never-ending, the hills roll on for mile after mile, rivers run continuously through the valleys and the winds whisper through the forests covering the surrounding mountains.

The air is so breathtakingly crisp, the water so clear and sparkling and the smell of wild herbs so intoxicating that it is hard to believe that any blood could ever have been shed on such a quiet and idyllic land.

Goats, sheep, yaks and horses wander and feed all day long in this paradise, watched over by an eternally blue sky.

Young boys and girls ride bareback or walk and herd the animals into the ger camps at close of day for milking and safekeeping. Families are very self reliant and close-knit units. The rural folk live extraordinarily simply and are totally dependent on their flocks and the land.

One or, in some cases, two ger tents, (circular structures made of lightweight wood and felt in order for them to be portable and cosy, accommodate the average family. During the harsh winters it is possible to light a fire inside these tents as each one features a special chimney that protrudes through the roof. Furniture is kept to a minimum and is often beautifully decorated. More than this the people of the hinterland do not need.

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The Russians destroyed a plethora of monasteries and temples, burnt the contents, and tortured and imprisoned the monks amongst a number of other cruel atrocities. Needless to say the Mongolians are working hard to reconstruct and restore these sites and Buddhism is flourishing.

Words are not adequate to describe this magical land. Immensely beautiful yet tough, it is an incredible land, steeped in history and rich in natural wonders.

But for me it is the herds of horses - so fundamental to every aspect of Mongolian nomadic life - that best represent this incredible country. I urge you to take a journey to this amazing, unique and totally unforgettable place. Travel on!

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SMALL TOWNS WITH VERVE

OHAKUNE Words: Angus St Clair Brown

Where is it? Just south of the Tongariro National Park and almost equidistant by rail between Auckland and Wellington.

Local history: Ohakune means, “a place to take care”, a likely consequence of the town’s close proximity to a very active volcano, Mt Ruapehu. It may also bear a connection to the area’s first Maori inhabitants who fled from marauding Ngati Raukawa warriors in the midseventeenth century to establish a pa on the site where Ohakune would eventually be established. European settlement began in the 1890s, with the railway line arriving in 1908.

Interesting fact: Home of the largest artificial carrot in the world. The volcanic soil is perfect for producing winter crops and the first market gardens were established there in 1925.

Prominent businesses: The Snowcentre in Mangawhero Terrace is the best place in town for rentals as well as new ski and snowboard gear.

Accommodation & Dining: Established in 1995, the Powderhorn Chateau has become an institution. With warm European-style timber suites, a cosy upstairs dining room and an indulgent indoor pool, it’s your best bet for a comfy and enjoyable visit. Its sister business, the Powderkeg restaurant, has been serving delectable pork ribs and lamb shanks since the 1980’s.

The OCR café, a short stroll from the Powderkeg down, provides excellent

coffee and a fortifying hearty breakfast.

Parties: The Mardi Gras heralds the start of the ski season at the end of June. Mimicking the town’s origins, a marauding rabble of tweens descends for the weekend and Thames St is closed off so that their ‘onesie-clad’ capers can be contained in relative safety for the evening.

The George FM Snowball held on 26th July at the Powderhorn, also looks set to be a good bash.

Activities/things to do: Needless to say, skiing and snowboarding on Turoa are the main winter activities. The Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail traverses two national parks and offers some remarkable vistas.

Famous locals & best kept secret: The late Jonny Nation made outstanding eclairs and donuts for many years. In recent times, his son Allan has taken on the mantle at Jonny’s Chocolate Eclairs.

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The Seasons of Japan The notoriously changeable Auckland weather will never rival the vast changes the seasons bring to Japan. Each of the four seasons presents a completely different aspect to Japan.

For example you can choose to enjoy the allure of the cherry blossom tree in spring or the stunning colours of the foliage in autumn.

to be cold, preferably snowing, as this attracts the local macaque monkeys who bathe in the hot springs — quite a sight! More exotic wildlife can be found at the Asahiyama Zoo in Sapporo, with its polar bear aquatic park and walk-through penguin aquarium. Also near Sapporo is Dunedin’s sister city, Otaru, famous for its canal, lined with Victorian buildings.

Springtime cherry blossoms carry huge cultural significance for the Japanese. It is a time for festivals, celebrations and the communal drinking of sake under the trees by a people usually known for their reserve. Masses of pink and white tissue paper-like flowers provide beautiful backdrops to ancient temples and exquisite gardens. It’s a great time to travel to Japan and while it may be a littler cooler than summer the more southern parts of the country are still very pleasant. Head from bustling Tokyo to the countryside where ancient towns such as Takayama and Shirakawago, with their centuries-old farm houses, will show you an entirely different side to this fascinating country.

One of the highlights of my recent visit was spending time in many different gardens — some in the grounds of temples, others surrounding historical palaces. Quite how Japan with its 138 million people can have so many areas of such tranquil serenity made me think deeply about how different cultures embrace the balance of modern day living. I particularly enjoyed that these gardens are used by young and old in harmony — Japan is most definitely a culture with deep respect for nature.

Further south is Kyoto, the centre of artistic and cultural history, with its breath-taking temples and gardens, castles and palaces.

The memorial monuments of Hiroshima offer a poignant contrast to what is now a vibrant modern city, and a journey aboard the bullet train is an absolute must.

As autumn arrives with its glorious colours Japan is again transformed. The colourful leaves (koyo) are revered by the Japanese people who each have their own favourite spots in the mountains and the cities to enjoy the spectacle. An almost surreal experience is the sight of the trees during evening illuminations held at selected gardens and temples.

Travel further north to discover a region of Shogun history, colonial influences, idyllic lakes and tranquil villages. A most extraordinary sight can be found in the spa town of Yudanaka. Here you want it

Sampling the local cuisine can be a very enjoyable experience, not least because it changes with the seasons. I recommend that you sample all the regional variations, preferably washed down with an excellent Japanese beer or sake.

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A QUICK LOOK AT QAGOMA

Quintessentially Queensland: Harvest

Cai Guo-Qiang, b.1957 China / Installation view of Heritage 2013 / Falling Back to Earth

A recent and most incredible exhibition by Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang at the the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art’s (QAGOMA) pumped an unbelievable $14.51 million into Queensland’s economy. Falling Back to Earth ran from November to May, and attracted more than 229,000 visitors.

The centrepiece of the 3.1 million dollar project was the commissioned work Heritage, which featured 99 handcrafted animals gathered around a crystal clear waterhole.

QAGOMA continues to be one of Australia’s premier art museums. Founded in 1895, the gallery is today a world-leading institution for the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific, which connects people of all ages with the visual arts through memorable and transformative exhibitions, films and public programmes.

QAGOMA is committed to working with contemporary Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian artists, as well as artists from the Asia Pacific region and around the world. It is focused on developing a close engagement with artists through exhibitions, collecting and commissioning, and has a reputation for creating innovative visitor experiences, including through its world-leading Children’s Art Centre.

The Gallery of Modern Art was the first art museum in Australia, and one of only a small number world wide, to have a curatorial department and purpose-built facilities dedicated to film and the moving image. Since opening, the gallery’s Australian Cinémathèque has presented more than 2,500 films across the two cinemas.

The Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (APT) is the

gallery’s flagship contemporary art event, and is one of the few recurring exhibitions internationally to feature a collection development component, a model that has been closely observed by museums around the world. The Triennial is also the focus of numerous commissioned works, many of them on a major scale, including works specially made for the Children’s Art Centre, the Queensland Art Gallery’s signature Watermall, and the Gallery of Modern Art’s Long Gallery.

Since 2006, QAGOMA has collaborated with a number of international museums to present major international exhibitions across its two sites. These have included: — “Andy Warhol” (GOMA), organised by the Queensland Art Gallery and the Andy Warhol Museum, one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.

— “Picasso and his collection” (GOMA), Musée National Picasso, Paris.

— “Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jone” (QAG), from the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

— “Valentino, Retrospective: Past/Present/Future” (GOMA).

— “Surrealism: The Poetry of Dreams” (GOMA) from the collection of the Musée National d’art moderne, Centre Pompidou, Paris.

— “Modern Woman: Daughters and Lovers 1850–1918 | Drawings from the Musée d’Orsay, Paris” (QAG).

Showing currently is the mouth watering Harvest, a fascinating look into the ‘foodie’ culture, including celebrity chefs, designer meals, the aesthetics of presentation, and even the art of making simple, nutritious home cooked meals.

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ART DECO IS A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND With the resurgence in Art Deco period interest during 2013, auctioneers and retailers have witnessed burgeoning demand and appreciation from buyers of genuine antique & vintage jewellery.

Now coveted globally, antique and vintage jewellery offers unique, highly collectable personal pieces, with the most sought-after items currently being those from the 1920s and ’30s and the Art Deco period, according to Francois Curiel, international head of jewelry at Christie’s auction house. The categories may not be clear for some, however according to industry experts - for jewelry to be considered antique it must be at least 100 years old, and crafted after the 1940s and through the 1980s to be considered vintage.

But with the popularity of estate and vintage pieces growing and inventory fixed or often in short supply, perhaps its about time you re-examined your own collections for unwanted items or heirlooms that are no longer necessary to your long term needs. To ensure you achieve the best results for your antique or vintage jewellery, contact Webbs New Zealand’s foremost auction house now for an obligation free appraisal and to discuss the most effective sales strategy for you.

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A pair of ornate kyanite and diamond drop earrings In 18ct white gold, each earring is made up of two oval kyanite stones set in an ornate scroll surround articulated in the centre. TDW 0.79ct. Gemmologist’s valuation available upon request. $3,500 - $4,500

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A pearl necklace With graduated Australian South Sea pearls of 14.1mm10.1mm. Including an 18ct white gold Kohle clasp. Length 47cm. Gemmologist’s valuation available upon request. $5,000 - $5,500

An Art Deco style diamond ring An 18ct white gold ring of geometric design comprising straight bars, rectangular panels and circles pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds.

Three larger central diamonds are rub over set with channel set shoulders.

TDW 1.17ct. Gemmologist’s valuation available upon request. $4,500 - $5,500

www.webbs.co.nz Fine Jewellery & Watches Sale 27 September To consign or enquiries: Ann Carr acarr@webbs.co.nz

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Seaside Window 1100 x 960mm

Evening East Coast Northland 1310 x 890mm

Neil Driver New Works PREVIEW: TUESDAY 12 AUGUST 5.30PM Exhibition: 12 August – 26 August 2014 Neil Driver was born and raised in Dunedin and moved to Central Otago in 1975. It is from this landscape, with its magical light and open spaces, that he derives his inspiration. Remote Northland coastlines also features in his upcoming show, with tranquil bays and islands inviting us in.

Lemons and Confit Pot 1090 x 880 mm

From landscape to still life, Driver’s work evokes serenity and contemplation. Through considered use of light and shadow his paintings are invested with a sense of stillness and calm that gives his work a timeless quality. Painting in a combination of traditional and contemporary styles that is uniquely his own, Driver depicts the details that may be overlooked in everyday life. This gifted artist brings life to the simplest of objects such as a rumpled sheet, a rustic chair or a bowl of fruit.

Whether an empty beach through a window frame as in “Seaside Window” or a view across the deck to gleaming sea beyond in “Evening East Coast Northland”, a hint of surrealism pervades his work. In “Chair by Open Window” a swirling curtain catches the breeze in some quiet corner —humans are absent from Driver’s paintings, but their presence can be intensely felt through open doors and empty chairs.

In Driver’s still life paintings we can sense the human presence in tenderly rendered surfaces of well-used vessels. “Lemons and Confit Pot” is an example of the classical consideration given to arrangments of familiar objects. Different textures are beautifully balanced, the glaze of pottery juxtaposed with fresh, luminous fruit and sparkling glass. The compositions are set against uninterrupted walls, compelling the viewer to pause in contemplation of the surfaces and filtered lighting that are a feature of these works.

Chair by Open Window 900 x 790mm

Driver works up his paintings with layers of transparent acrylic paint on board, slowly building up colour and tone to give each painting its unique ambience. Driver has been exhibiting in New Zealand since 1975. His works are in private collections worldwide and in public collections at the Hocken Library, Department of Foreign Affairs, Bank of New Zealand and State Services Commission.

263 Parnell Road, Auckland 09 377 3133 www.parnellgallery.co.nz

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ART BASE IN ORAKEI Words Sophia Schon

over the hill at Noho Marae where she was a student of AUT’s Art & Design School six years ago. The atmosphere then was abuzz with the sort of energy only found when creative practices blossom alongside each other.

From these roots, Trish has grown an idea that now stands as a gallery. Artbase sits part way between a dealer gallery and an artist run space. It is for the emerging artists, designers, crafters and makers who are searching for a gallery to exhibit their work. Artbase supports artists with an income through the sale of their pieces but also allows visitors to get in first to discover new works. “While it provides a space for emerging artists and designers, it also creates a new place for the community to come together”, says Trish. Anyone who attended the first opening here could attest to the new community forged that evening when the guests filled the two rooms to the brim. “Artbase is also here for the enjoyment of the community who benefit from the creative spirit”.

Nestled between a butcher and a café on leafy Coates Ave, Orakei, lies a new art gallery. A crisp winter’s light follows you down the stairs to artbase. org. Trish Campbell opened the doors of artbase for the first time in June this year, however her art narrative starts much earlier. Incidentally, it began just

as the space transforms every month with a new exhibition, each featuring a lightness of touch that takes you someplace else. A new exhibition opens at Artbase on 15 August, featuring works of Wei Lun Ha, Tanya Ruka, local artist Bec Robertson and more.

From left Trish Campbell — It’s Like (2014) Found mirror, hand cut letters from old ties, hand cut inkjet transparencies 1230mm x 400mm Margaret Estall — Introduced 1,2,3 (2014) Charcoal drawing on 600 gsm Lanaquarelle 150 x 120 mm

It is easy to see Trish’s passion for art as she talks of her love of the Light and Space movement from the 60s, a movement that is reflected in her work ethic. “They created objects from light, a sensory experience. They had a way of making light that takes me somewhere else”. The same is occurring at Artbase,

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With a huge selection of original artworks including paintings, sculptures and works on paper in a range of sizes and styles, Art Associates is able to bring you the best of contemporary New Zealand art. Hiring art is an easy and effective way to enhance your home or business, involving a simple and rewarding process. Our highly qualified and experienced consultants will view your space and ascertain your requirements, giving you professional advice on the placement, combination, and style of art to enhance your space and suit your taste.

One simple rental fee covers consultation, delivery, installation and rental of the art. For businesses either in a commercial premise or home office, the leasing of artworks is a taxdeductible expense. In addition, we can also arrange the curating, framing/reframing or installation of any artworks you may own. We’re finding more & more households are interested in art but are not ready to buy pieces that they are not sure of.

The leasing process allows them to lease an artwork with the idea that they can continue leasing, change for another work or effectively keep the art and buy.

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Coming up at the Movies POSTMAN PAT AUGUST 16 Postman Pat: The Movie is a British computer-animated family film featuring Postman Pat, star of a long-running BBC children’s series. Everybody’s favourite postie enters a TV talent show in his first amazing animated big screen family adventure!

Featuring a star-studded cast including Stephen Manga as Postman Pat – Greendale’s local hero and favourite son, Jim Broadbent as Mr Brown, Rupert Grint as Josh Parkes, David Tennant as Wilf and Ronan Keating singing as Postman Pat.

MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT AUGUST 28 Set in the 1920s on the opulent and idyllic Riviera in the south of France, Woody Allen’s Magic in the Moonlight is an enchanting romantic comedy starring Colin Firth and Emma Stone. The film follows cynical and arrogant Englishman Stanley (Firth), a master illusionist who is invited to the Catledge family mansion to unmask a possible swindle involving an alluring young clairvoyant named Sophie (Stone). At first, Stanley is confident he can expose Sophie as a fraud in no time. But as he witnesses her accomplish numerous supernatural feats, Stanley begins to question his whole rational worldview – if Sophie’s powers are real, anything could be possible.

Charming, funny and featuring terrific performances, Magic in the Moonlight delves into the very heart of our belief in something more, but with a twist you won’t see coming.

FREEDOM AUGUST 28 Two men separated by 100 years are united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward (Cuba Gooding Jr.) and his family, escape from the Monroe Plantation near Richmond, Virginia.

One hundred years earlier in 1748, John Newton the Captain of a slave trader sails from Africa with a cargo of slaves, bound for America. On board is Samuel’s great grandfather whose survival is tied to the fate of Captain Newton. The voyage changes Newton’s life forever and he creates a legacy that will inspire Samuel and the lives of millions for generations to come.

HOUSEBOUND AUGUST 28 Funny, suspenseful, and freighted with fright bombs, Housebound could easily be the most energising fun you’ve had at a New Zealand movie. Morgana O’Reilly, her scowling face firing off at least 50 shades of pissed off, is Kylie, the awesomely delinquent heroine. Sentenced by the court to eight months’ home detention, and fitted with an ankle tracker to ensure she stays there, she’s set to make life hell for her mother, Miriam – an epitome of chirpy blather and assaulted propriety by Rima Te Wiata making for a hilarious performance. Hearing Miriam on talk radio confiding her anxieties about a supernatural presence in the house – which sure looks like it should have one – seems like the last straw for Kylie. Need we say that events in the attic will prove that Miriam’s not the total dick her daughter says she is?

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Book Reviews 1. MY GENTLE BARN Ellie Laks The incredible true story of a place where animals heal and children learn to hope Ellie Laks was just seven years old when she was abused by her child-minder. Through the troubled years that followed she found comfort with animals.

As she grew up, she fell into a life of drug addiction, but once again, animals were her salvation.

In My Gentle Barn, Ellie tells not only her own story, but also the stories of some of the animals she has rescued.

It wasn’t until she decided to open up the Barn to groups of at-risk children and children with special needs that she realised how her animals could teach lessons in acceptance and healing to others. And she tells some of those heartbreaking stories here.

The Gentle Barn is now home to 170 animals and is widely acknowledged throughout the US for the work it does. (Ellen de Generes regularly features the Barn on her show.) A truly inspirational memoir!

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TWO’S COMPANY

WANT TO START DATING AGAIN?

In almost every professional, person’s life, there is usually a spectacular balancing act being performed behind the scenes.

For each step you take in one direction, you have retreated from another. That’s what makes choices so important. Your choices are pulsing with consequence.

When you are so busy, is it possible to be delighted with all areas of your life? Can a person get the balance right? Of course it’s possible. The solution is not a big secret. You just have to delegate what you can.

When you need to lose some weight you see a personal trainer or a dietician. When going on holiday you visit your travel agent. You see a tax expert for your accounts and a real estate agent when buying a house. So what do you do if you find yourself not getting the opportunity to meet single like-minded people?

There are dating agencies all over Auckland. It’s like a buffet of single life. You can walk up and try a slice of speed dating, then heap on a helping of specialised introductions for professional like minded people. Maybe for dessert you’ll sneak a little dating for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s all there; you just have to take the plunge and give something new a try.

So you need to work out which is going to work for you.

Internet dating is usually the first place people go. It is a good way of wetting your feet so to speak and getting back into the dating game. One advantage of internet dating is that you can search the net in the privacy of your own home, see photos and communicate with people for a time before meeting them. The cons however are that unfortunately some people lie and you’ll never know till you meet them! In my experience people with high profile work and social lives are uneasy about having their photo attached to a dating agency web site for all to see.

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2. A WALKING GUIDE TO NEW ZEALAND’S LONG TRAIL: TE ARAROA Geoff Chapple This is the guidebook of Te Araroa Trail: The Long Pathway, a continuous trail running from Cape Reinga to Bluff, 35 years in the making, officially opened in late 2011. The book maps the 3000-kilometre trail in 40-kilometre sections, with maps by leading mapmaker Roger Smith of Geographx.

Maps are complemented with a running commentary describing the landscape, the flora and fauna encountered along the way, as well as other special features. Each of the 12 regional sections opens with a stunning 2-page 3D map.

A short introduction describes the history of the trail as well as the variety of New Zealand’s landscape along the way, plus the urban areas of seven cities. An accessible guide both for those who only want to walk parts of the trail and dedicated trampers who intend to walk its entire length.

Then there are event agencies. Again these are great for getting back into the dating scene. Meeting new people and doing activities you like. The good thing about event agencies is that there is no one-on-one pressure.

But some want that one-on-one pressure and that’s where we come in. My name is Sasha Madarasz and I run Two’s Company – an Introduction Agency for busy singles. Clients choose us because they would rather die than have their photo on the internet and hate the thought of a group event where they might bump into a colleague, client or neighbour. We meet, we talk, we let you know if we have the right people to introduce you to and then you can walk away and make your own decision in your own time.

So if you would like the opportunity to meet interesting single people? – check out our website or give me a call.

Sasha Madarasz 0800-021-522 sasha@twoscompany.co.nz www.twoscompany.co.nz

A cutting edge Name

Alice Tucker

Workplace Servilles

Hair Salon, Newmarket role Stylist TerTiary educaTioN

Servilles Academy of Hairdressing Like all creative industries, in hairdressing, you have to put in the hard yards at the beginning, but it pays off in the end.

With top hairdressers around Auckland earning up to $100k and more, it’s a trade that can take you anywhere. We caught up with Servilles Academy Graduate, and rising star in the hairdressing industry, Alice Tucker, who gave us some insight into her exciting, fast-paced and rewarding career.

Tell us about studying hairdressing?

I completed two 34 week courses at Servilles Academy of Hairdressing.

During that time, I was taught all the foundation skills of being a good hairdresser (shampoo, massage, blow waves), through to more technical and specialised areas (creative colouring, editorial styling and dry cutting). Being in an environment where you could learn on mannequins, before doing actual salon clients, was an extremely helpful thing.

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What’s the best thing about being a hairdresser?

The variety! I style hair in the salon, do editorial work for a few New Zealand magazines, runway shows, colour work, and I’ve done endless styling events for Servilles, both locally and nationally. I also work exclusively with some of New Zealand’s leading musicians, looking after their hair for photoshoots and events. It’s so rewarding to have a career I love.

What makes Servilles stand out above other hair dressing institutes?

Servilles Academy provides lots of opportunities for industry experience such as hairdressing for NZ Fashion Week, and working on TV shows such as X-Factor. I loved the connections I made at Servilles Academy, and the valuable experience I gained from working through the assessments. I’ve been mentored by some of the best in the industry at both Servilles Academy and Servilles Newmarket salon.

Sound good? Take the next step and call 0800 SERVILLES or text 021 307235 or email DonnaA@servilles.co.nz

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WHAT MAKES

BEAR PARK UNIQUE? As a parent seeking early childhood education options for your growing family, you naturally want the best quality environment for your child. At Bear Park Early Childhood Centres, the staff strongly believe that the concept of “quality” in early childhood education extends far beyond simply providing appropriate resources and good opportunities for learning.

“To all of us at Bear Park, ‘quality’ refers to our highly skilled teachers, innovative and thought-provoking environments, respectful relationships with children and their families, and a programme that fully values each child’s individuality and selfworth,” explains Sue Stevely-Cole, Bear Park Director. “It is our quality that sets Bear Park apart and makes our centres very special indeed.”

The teachers at Bear Park are professional, compassionate and skilled, and endeavour to readily acknowledge and support the individuality of each child. They believe it’s important to truly listen to each child’s voice as they eagerly and openly share their ideas and theories with each other, encouraging them to think deeply while building their self-confidence.

Bear Park shows a deep sense of respect for family, friends, and whanau, creating open, honest, and trusting relationships which they believe form the very heart of learning.

Quality is visible within each Bear Park Centre through the unique and respectful educational environments that offer your child endless opportunities to grow into a competent learner and a strong researcher, confident and, when the time comes, ready for primary school. The uniquely intimate and supportive learning spaces are carefully prepared and richly resourced to encourage your child’s creativity, thinking, and individuality.

Bear Park has a strong commitment to sustainability, and the presence of natural and recycled materials within each Centre encourages your child to develop a true sense of value and respect for the wider world.

Bear Park’s programme reflects quality through embracing the national Early Childhood Curriculum, Te Whaariki, along with influences from the principles of the Reggio Approach to learning. Through these combined inspirations, Bear Park teachers further enhance a sense of wonder and curiosity in your child, encouraging them to acquire a thirst for knowledge and empowering them to develop a deep sense of awareness of their own capabilities and potential.

“If quality is as important to you as a parent as it is to our teachers, Bear Park is the perfect place for your child’s early childhood education experience,” Sue concludes.

Bear Park locations in: Albany, Epson, Henderson, Herne Bay, Kohimarama, Mt Eden, Remuera, St Clair, St Heliers. See next page for more info.

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YOUNG AT HEART

Exploring the Debate on Co-ed vs Single Sex Education Co-ed schooling vs. same sex schooling is a debate we are all familiar with. Strong opinions make it hard to decide which one is best, and the jury is still out over whether it even makes any difference to a student’s education.

It is becoming standard practice for girls and boys to be taught separately. Now considered a viable strategy for increasing student achievement, the single gendered learning environment is more common than not. The benefits? Gaining confidence, fewer distractions, and a more equal learning environment.

Teachers are able to match instructional style to the behavioural characteristics of a gender. The choice seems simple.

Not quite. Co-ed advocates argue that important elements of education include dealing with diversity and the opposite sex.

A variety of perspectives and interests in a typical classrooms are key to developing well-rounded students. Additionally, co-ed classroom better resemble “real-world” life experiences.

Perhaps this is why the United States favours co-ed school 14 to one.

The driving force in this debate comes down to the research.

The natural differences in how males and females learn are triggering disputes that extend into politics, socio-economics, and civil rights. The issue of schools emphasising gender stereotypes is said to be an issue enforced at single-sex schools,

Words Aimee Robson

but the same problem has been reported in co-ed schools as well. The dilemma continues.

The Ministry of Education figures indicate that students from single-sex schools are achieving better NCEA results. These exam results have shown that pupils in single-sex education are doing better, with only 8 per cent left with no school qualifications (as opposed to the 17 per cent at co-ed schools).

The culture of boy’s schools is also said to be changing from what once may have been perceived as a tough masculine environment to one more broad and therefore more inclusive.

The studies in favour of single sex education have recently influenced co-ed schools to run single-sex classes so students can get the best of both worlds. However, what is often of more importance is the school’s facilities, aloong with its teachers, decile level and the general upbringing of the students. Most principals of single-sex schools acknowledge that segregation does not suite every student and that different schools suit different kids.

The verdict? Statistics of achievement in single-sex schools are indisputable. Also indisputable is that fact that each child is unique and we are lucky in New Zealand to have a varying range of schooling formats that can be suited to all kinds of students.

If a child is learning, thriving, happy and safe, the debate can take the back seat on the school bus.

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HEALTHY AT HONEYBEES Choosing a preschool for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. A key question to ask during your selection process is what consideration has been given to toxin and chemical exposure. Because children under five are growing so rapidly, their bodies are more susceptible than adults to the adverse affects of chemicals in their environment. Here’s a quick checklist to help you decide: — Food: What is going into your child’s body is arguably the most important factor in their health. Look for centre menus which include unprocessed whole foods, lots of fruit and vegetables. Some of the best we found were at HoneyBees Preschool in Auckland.

— Skincare: Wet wipes, nappy cream and hand soap can be hidden sources of many chemicals. Look for centres that use natural options.

— Cleaning: Cleaning processes can introduce many toxins into a centre environment. Look for reduced use of bleach, which is highly corrosive and has been linked to asthma in children.

— Bedding: Beds and linens made for children can be surprisingly full of nasties. Particularly avoid sleeping mats made of vinyl, which is a suspected carcinogen.

— VOC Levels: Everything from the paint on the walls to the rugs, toys and furniture are sources of Volatile Organic Compounds.

See how many you can tick off at your next preschool visit!

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Gallery Pops up at Grammar Words Sally Webster

James Brown is at his desk in the minimalist quarters of Mt Eden’s nkb Gallery, poring over the placement of his artists’ work in what will be a capsular gallery on the stage of Auckland Grammar School’s Main Hall.

Bayleys auctioneer Jonathan Sissons is contemplating his approach to selling high level art as opposed to million dollar properties. Tim Lightbourne of Invivo wines (a favourite with British comedian Graham Norton) is choosing which varieties to set aside for guests to sip while Jonathan sells some stunning work.

There’s nothing unusual about weeks of back-stage preparation for an Art Expo, but this year — in an environment where art is an increasingly popular fundraising medium — Auckland Grammar School

decided the free-admission auction with nkb Gallery would offer Saturday buyers something special and give the hundreds of Preview Night attendees a great reason to return.

Gallery owner Ngaire Beckman and manager James say they are relishing both the challenge and opportunity to support a local enterprise.

“Collaborating with our local school community is a great opportunity for the gallery to think outside the box and try something a little different” says James.

“We decided to showcase a combination of exciting young artists as well as some more established artists with a mixture of signature pieces and less familiar work.”

There are other exciting novelties

for guests and buyers over the 5-7 September Expo, too. For the first time since the School’s century-old doors were flung open to the art-appreciating public 12 years ago, art will be shown on the Main Hall’s balcony floor, while downstairs, those parched from absorbing metres of colour and form will be able to retire to the Main Hall terrace for café treats and a stunning view of the outdoor sculpture lawn.

AUCKLAND GRAMMAR ART EXPO For more info see the Auckland Grammar ad on the following page

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King’s College Scholars’ Programme Success

Above: Two King’s College Scholars, Annie Juang (left) and James Wong (right)

King’s Collegians have a long history of outstanding academic achievement and each generation seems to build on the success of the last. In 2013 our students earned a raft of prestigious scholarships, proving that the combination of a King’s education, hard work and talent places our students among the world’s best academic minds of this generation.

Last year King’s Collegians won significant scholarships to Cambridge in the United Kingdom and to the Ivy League universities of Brown, Princeton and Dartmouth. The standard of these results is both extraordinary and evermore common for King’s students. This trend in academic attainment reflects the way the College provides unique opportunities for students to extend themselves.

Annie Huang earned a scholarship to the prestigious Dartmouth Academy last year. She also gained admission to Yale-NUS and the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Excellence at Victoria University.

involvement in learning. King’s has led in this area since its founding Headmaster, Graeme Bruce laid out his vision for a school that provides the best all-round education it is possible to obtain.

Bruce’s guiding philosophy remains central at King’s today and the way it is uniquely valued perhaps helps explain the exceptional success of its alumni as they enter the next stage of their study.

A fiercely competitive environment is inescapable at the top level, but it seems to be one that King’s students take in their stride. An ever-growing number are heading to top universities around the world and win recognition in New Zealand’s most competitive tertiary courses.

Annie says, “I would not have received my full scholarship to the States without the specialised help from King’s College. The educational opportunities available for any student to extend beyond their abilities are unparalleled. The quality of academic teaching and careers counseling at King’s College is top notch because all the staff give 110 percent.”

Students at King’s are all involved in sport, culture and community service from Year 9. Taking part in activities helps students to deal with success and failure, as well as helping them to develop discipline, leadership, resilience and social skills. It also provides an outlet for creativity, spiritual development and the possibility of moving outside ones comfort zone in an enjoyable and structured environment. Some university studies have shown a positive correlation between participation in co-curricular activities and high academic achievement.

Joshua Fuge, who won a Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholarship to Cambridge University, is equally complimentary of the rich opportunities he was given at King’s College.

“King’s provides its students with two strengths; firstly, access to an excellent all-round education from the beginning of Year 9; secondly, specific, extensive guidance from both Mr Frood and the Careers Department,” he says.

Joshua says King’s prepared him very well for the complex application processes to overseas universities. He notes that the support he received from the Scholars’ Programme and the Careers Department in particular.

“It was incredibly useful in ensuring that I could place my best foot forward in the face of heavy competition for the limited places available.”

Mr Frood runs what is known as the Scholars’ Programme at King’s College. The Scholars’ Programme ensures that the most ambitious academics at the school have special spaces to work from and dedicated support to assist them with their specific goals. The programme has prestige within the student body and helps underpin a broader learning culture within the College.

King’s College congratulates all those students who won scholarships both to further their study here and overseas.

These young people join alumni who can be proud to count not only New Zealand’s but the world’s best as their fellow King’s College Old Collegians.

Last year Jaehwan Kim gained a three-year award to attend Princeton, and James Wong gained entrance to Brown. These universities require students to have more than just first-class marks. Ivy League institutions look beyond historical academic achievement and also consider potential and all-round

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SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE Commonwealth Trust Scholarship Joshua Fuge PRINCETON UNIVERSITY Jaehwan Kim DARTMOUTH COLLEGE Annie Huang UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND SCHOLARSHIP Rahul Makam Joshua Fuge AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship Jozef Wright Significant Student Scholarship James Beresford VICTORIA UNIVERSITY Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship Annie Huang Excellence Scholarship Jenny Lim Kieran Burns Olivia Miller Henry Tuck Marina Chevalier Amber Kempster UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY Emerging Leaders’ Scholarship Ellie Richards Laura Fuge

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY High Achiever Scholarship (Academic) Oliver Banks (Peart, 2009-13) Henry Tuck (Major, 2009-13) High Achiever Scholarship (Arts) Greta Anderson (Taylor, 2012-13) High Achiever Scholarship (Sport) Thomas Monnery (Major, 2009-13) UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO Maori and Pacific Island Entrance Scholarship Luke Paterson (Major, 2009-13) Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Lydia Poole (Middlemore, 2012-13) NEW ZEALAND SCHOLARSHIP EXAMINATIONS Joshua Fuge Achieved passes in Chemistry, Physics, Statistics and Calculus.

Jaehwan Kim Achieved passes in Physics and Statistics and Outstanding passes in Chemistry and Calculus.

Luke Paterson Achieved a pass in Earth and Space Science.

Inez Zheng Achieved passes in Chemistry, Physics and Calculus.

Annie Huang Achieved passes in Geography, Economics and Calculus.

Jessie Li Achieved an outstanding pass in Music and an outstanding pass in English.

Marina Chevalier Achieved a pass in French.

Karla Spika Achieved a pass in Media Studies.

Rahul Makam Achieved passes in Biology and Calculus and Outstanding passes in Chemistry, Physics and Statistics.

Rahul also gained an NZQA Premiere Award.

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WILLPOWER:

THE KEY TO SUCCESS Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

Willpower. You either have it or you don’t, right? Well, it depends. According to Health at Every Size, a book by nutritionist Linda Bacon, it is a fallacy that anyone can lose weight by diet alone. Our individual biological make-up is powerful enough to override our determination. Another tome, Willpower, Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength, backs the biological theory, though claims it can be beaten with glucose. According to the book’s authors, social psychologist Roy F. Baumeister and New York Times science journalist John Tiemey, when glucose levels drop, so too does our staying power, hence the caving to our cravings.

So if you feel you might fold, ingest some fruit. Could it all really be that simple?

Two Stanford psychology professors, Carol Dwek and Greg Walton, believe not. Along with psychologist Veronika Job, they discovered that willpower really is all in the mind. If you believe you have it, you will, if you don’t, you won’t. Subjects were given reward-orientated tasks and it was discovered that those who thought willpower to be limited slacked off at the first signs of fatigue, ultimately using it as an excuse to quit, whereas those who believed they controlled their willpower used their fatigue as a spur to dig deeper and squeeze out those last drops of inner strength. The psychologists also found that the glucose theory does work – but only with those who believe their willpower to be finite. For those who didn’t, it made no difference.

There is also compelling evidence that the younger we develop some form of self-control, the better our lives will be. In the mid1970s, renowned psychologist Terrie Moffitt of North Carolina’s Duke University gathered a team to study the behavioural patterns of 1,500 children. The first thousand were Kiwi kids.

Born between 1972 and 1973, all aged three were also studied until they turned 12. Five hundred four-year-old fraternal twins born in the UK between 1994 and 1995 were also studied, they until aged 12. The children’s willpower was measured by such things as patience, persistence and impulsivity. Youths

with less self-control were twice as likely to have high blood pressure, weight problems, lung disease and STIs by their 30s.

By the time they were 32 not only were their wages a fifth less than their strong-willed counterparts, but they were three times more likely to be addicts and/or convicted criminals. It was just as grim reading for the twins. Those lacking in willpower were not only at a higher risk of substandard school performance but of even taking up smoking by the tender age of 12. Instilling a sense of self-control in your kids and grandkids may be much more beneficial than you thought.

TIPS FOR STAYING STRONG 01 — Important decisions are best made in the morning when the brain is most alert. Hit the gym early if you can too, you’re more likely to slack-off following that afternoon slump.

02 — Keeping a routine cancels stress and conserves energy to power that will.

03 — Catch those ZZZs. No-one makes good decisions when they’re tired. Self-control suffers if you sacrifice sleep.

04 — Make a promise. If you’ve agreed to meet a friend for that sunrise run, you’ll easier rise when that alarm sounds.

But choose your chums wisely. Studies from the Universities of Harvard and California found that we are 57% more likely to gain weight if a friend becomes obese and 34% more likely to successfully quit the ciggies if someone close does too.

05 — Give in. The occasional fold does us good.

Whether it be that extra glass of wine or double chocolate chip scoop, a treat can be reinvigorating and beneficial in the long-term after all those internal ‘nos’.

Just don’t make a habit of it.

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WE UNDERSTAND BOYS

Following the recent research on boys’ education by the NZ Council for Educational Research, headmaster of King’s School Tony Sissons speaks of his determination to continue to focus on how boys learn.

“There has been much discussion about the recent research that has highlighted that boys do better in single sex schools than their counterparts in co-educational schools. At King’s we know how boys learn. We allow them to be boys, both in and out of the classroom, and we have a high number of male teachers who act as their role models. We encourage our students to be self-motivated, to strive to do their best in everything they do and to have the confidence to take risks.

As headmaster I have a clear belief that every boy should have the opportunity to be nurtured to reach his full potential.

I believe strongly that the school has a responsibility to care for each individual and to create an environment which acknowledges and celebrates boys’ successes — developing a culture where it is great to succeed and where the boys are encouraged to develop strong self-esteem.

Ultimately, we are responsible for creating responsible citizens of the future, and so we must create an environment for boys to build self-esteem and do well. This will continue to be my focus going forward.”

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ST PETER’S CAMBRIDGE

THE RESURGENCE OF BOARDING SCHOOLS A conversation about boarding school often provokes strong opinions from parents and children alike. There was a time when the words ‘boarding school’ generated images of drafty dormitories, bad food, cold showers and terrifying house masters — boarding school was somewhere that kids got “sent off” to. Lately, however, perceptions are changing.

These days, many children are begging their parents to enroll them in boarding. Some describe it as the “Harry Potter effect” — thanks to the hugely popular series, children now want to move into their own Hogwarts and find friends like Ron Weasley and Hermione Grainger.

More likely, however, families have started to realize that modern boarding schools are a far cry from their predecessors.

At St Peter’s School in Cambridge, staff say they have seen many students start off as day pupils and then request to become boarders.

Whether they are sportspeople who find it easier to commit to trainings and matches by living on site, students who find that the structured “prep” times help with their academics or those who simply want to be closer to their friends, boarding school is becoming a popular choice for many students.

“I would say boarding schools are dynamic, productive and really happy places,” says Brenton Joubert, Head of Boarding at St Peter’s.

With approximately 430 students making the school their home away from home, St Peter’s is NZ’s largest co-ed boarding school.

Brenton says that any concerns parents have about boarding in a co-ed environment are quickly alleviated due to the structures and systems in place, as well as the high expectations placed on the students.

There’s room to have fun too: an annual highlight is the ‘top house’ competition between the eight boarding houses, according to Year 13 boarder Ashlee Adams. Each house is paired with a “brother” or “sister” house and weekend activities include movie nights, attending rugby games and day trips to the beach or adventure parks.

“After almost five years of experience, I believe that the St Peter’s boarding community gives all students a genuine sense of belonging, safety and home,” says Ashlee. “The opportunity to live with friends at such a young age is an experience unlike any other, and promotes personal independence and life-long friendships.”

When great people and great opportunities come together in an inspirational environment, amazing things happen.

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IN AUSTRALIA, OPERA IS DESIGNED FOR KIDS WITH AUTISM Victorian Opera in Melbourne has piloted a series of performances that cater for the needs of young kids with autism.

Children with autism often experience social settings in a different way to those not on the spectrum and sometimes end up having to avoid them altogether. In the past, we’ve seen Squag, the social network for young people with developmental difficulties. Now Victorian Opera in Melbourne has piloted a series of performances that cater for the needs of young kids with autism.

Above Jock Hamilton

Recently, Jock Hamilton gave up the chance to hang out with his mates in the school holidays to instead learn how to write a CV, buy shares and build a deck. He’s just completed the new programme called “Life101”.

Life101 is the brain-child of Nick Carroll and Phil Moon. It’s a real-world, life-skills workshop for young people who want more out of their youth than hangovers.

General Manager of Life101 Ltd. Nick Carroll says that the threeday course is designed to complement curriculum schooling with ‘real life’ learning that sets young people up to take a positive step into a career or further study.

Jock Hamilton is a keen sportsman and Auckland Grammar School star student. He says that three days learning “worldly skills” beyond the classroom was just what he needed.

“I did sporting or fun activities in previous holidays but all this was new to me and will help me find a pathway to what I want to do, which is business.

“Learning about the share-market and how to create a CV were the best. It’s quite hard at the moment to get jobs and you need to get a head start on all the others,” he said.

Like many of the course attendees, Jock’s parents encouraged him to sign up. “I don’t know what I was expecting, really – the website sounded great, but the courses delivered a lot more than I thought they would. The teaching style was very interactive and we could ask lots of questions – it wasn’t like sitting in a classroom getting talked at,” says Jock.

“We also got to go out and get hands-on with self-defence classes and an introduction to DIY. It was a good mix of subjects.”

The next courses will be held during the September school holidays. For more information, visit www.life101.co.nz

Visiting the theater can be an upsetting event for those with autism, for whom scary characters and settings can trigger anxiety and long durations of sitting can feel restrictive.

Victorian Opera has developed a performance of Hansel and Gretel that is tailored for kids with the condition, as well as those with Down syndrome or sensitivity to loud noises and darkness.

The show features low sound levels and the house lights aren’t turned all the way down. Tickets are restricted to two-thirds of the hall’s capacity, giving the audience more space to move around during the performance. They can even leave and enjoy a chill out space outside the auditorium if they wish. A narrator guides kids through the story, while each actor introduces themselves at the beginning of the play before they get into character, and none of the performers wear makeup.

The show was created as part of a program developed by Arts Centre Melbourne and Arts Access Victoria. www.victorianopera.com.au

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World's Oldest Unis

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Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

The term “university” stems from the Latin phrase universitas magistrorum at scholarium, which translates as “a community of scholars and teachers”.

Verve takes a look at some of the world’s oldest, grandest and most prestigious institutions of higher education and some of the historical figures who graced them.

The Universtiy of Bologna, Italy This University, believed to have been established in 1088, is the world’s oldest in terms of continuous operation.

According to Wikipedia, “it arose around mutual aid societies of foreign students called ‘nations’ (as they were grouped by nationality) for protection against city laws which imposed collective punishment on foreigners for the crimes and debts of their countrymen. These students then hired scholars from the city to teach them. In time the various ‘nations’ decided to form a larger association, or universitas — thus the university”. Now comprising 23 schools 85,000 students the institution numbers among its past graduates three popes and famed poet Dante Alighieri.

arrived as a missionary 24 years prior.

It remains the only university to have been visited by two popes, three times.

Former students, faculty members and administrators are known as Thomasians, and they include four national presidents, poets, scientists and several saints.

Harvard University, USA Harvard’s alumni includes 62 living billionaires and a raft of US presidents from both Roosevelts through to JFK and now Obama. It has educated presidents of Colombia, Mexico, Chile and Peru, not to mention royals such as Frederick, Crown Prince of Denmark and Crown Princess Masako of Japan. Of course, it was where Facebook all started too.

Harvard University was founded in Massachusetts in 1636 under the name of “The College at New Towne”. Its 80 libraries hold an astonishing 16 million volumes. That makes it one of the largest library systems on Earth.

Oxford University, UK Although there is no specific date available for the establishment of a university at Oxford, teaching has been taking place here since the late 11th century. It is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and the second-oldest continuously run higher educational establishment anywhere.

Oxford’s university library system is the second biggest in Britain, while its Asmoluem Museum of Art and Archeology, established in 1683, was the world’s first and houses works by Picasso and da Vinci. Twenty-seven Nobel laureates have been educated at Oxford, along with a host of British prime ministers and foreign heads of state such as Bill Clinton. It was not until 1920 that the university admitted women to take full degrees. University College London, by comparison, opened its doors to them 40 years earlier.

University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Asia’s oldest existing university, Santo Tomas and is also one of the largest Catholic educational institutions and is helmed by Manila’s Order of Preachers.

It was founded in 1611 by Miguel de Benavides, Manila’s archbishop who

Al-Azhar University, Egypt Cairo’s Al-Azhar University, established towards the end of the10th century, was likely world’s first. Founded by the Fatimid Dynasty as a centre of Islamic learning, today it remains the world’s premier institution of Arabic literature. It was also

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01 — University of Santo Tomas, Philippines 02 — Al-Azhar University, Egypt 03 — Harvard University, USA 04 — Oxford University, UK 05 — National University of San Marcos, Peru 06 — The University of Bologna, Italy

one of the first universities to include secular subjects on its curriculum. The leader of the nation’s 1919 revolution, Saad Zaghlul, is one of the establishment’s many notable former students.

National University of San Marcos, Peru Established in 1551 courtesy of a decree signed by Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, the National University of San Marcos in Lima was the first in the Americas. Its alumni list includes the 2010 Nobel Prize for Literature winner Mario Vargas Llosa, the first Chilean president, Bernardo O’Higgins, and former President of Peru, Valentin Paniagua Corazao. These days 30,000 students are spread across 20 faculties and the university is in charge of the city’s Museum of Natural History and Cultural Centre.

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Cookbook Culture Words: Aimee Robson

Cooking trends have involved some extreme changes over the past few years. More people are adopting a lifestyle “free” of gluten, dairy and meat, and even sugar in an attempt at clean eating. With this movement a range of cookbooks and blogs have emerged. But which of them communicate the best philosophies and are actually beneficial to us? And what does the rest of 2014 bring? And what might we see in this second half of the year?

Last year 2013 was year of the juice fast, the kale revolution, the coconut craze (water, oil, milk, you name it). It was also the year in which the “superfood” market blossomed. While these foods are proven to benefit us in different ways, we’ve learned to ignore the nourishing foods that society managed to live off before the wheatgrass shots. Fans of cookbook media will be pleased to know that this year is already seeing a rise in cookbooks and blogs that put weight on the ‘Farm to Fork’ philosophy (in a good way). Minimally processed foods, farm-style recipes and a healthy dose of ecoawareness are all gracing our kitchens and recipe repertoires. Many popular blogs and cookbooks are advising us to say goodbye to faddiets (sorry, Acai berries) and experience food in its purest form. They are telling us to go back to the basics - and with good reason.

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While we’re at it, why don’t we go back to the ancient craft of fermentation? The preservative-free process merely harnesses the microbe to flavour and texturise our food – it’s certainly worked well for our favourite beverages. Or what about adding some fragrant tea leaves to our rubs, marinades or even desserts? After the years of expensive quinoa and organic almond milk, this year’s food trends are finally letting us dig out the old-fashioned staple pantry items - and still be cooking ‘clean’. Proof that wine, beer, and tea fix everything!

But make no mistake, our intolerances and preferences are becoming easier to cater to. Gluten-free, refined sugar-free and vegan cooking are quickly expanding industries that show no sign of slowing down.

The cookbooks and blogs specialising in this type of cuisine are endless and are said to be the saving grace for aging bodies, various illnesses and general wellbeing. The beauty of these books and blogs? They explore different foods and substitutes to keep our diets interesting and made with fresh produce. Simple, nourishing and sustainable cooking is an old trend to look out for – and our stomach and wallets are thanking us for it.

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01 — The Nourished Kitchen

by Jennifer McGruther This book offers a fad-free approach to cooking. With over 160 recipes and tutorials, the book comes from the award winning blog ‘Nourished Kitchen’. Beautifully photographed and seasonally specific.

03 — www.mydarlinglemonthyme.com

by Emma Galloway Created by a Kiwi “over the ditch”, the blog caters for those with food allergies and intolerances. Fresh, simple, flavoursome, and organic.

02 — Oh She Glows

by Angela Liddon A New York Bestseller with hundreds of vegan recipes made from whole foods and fresh produce.

04 — Plenty

by Yotam Ottolenghi A must-have collection of 120 vegetarian recipes featuring exciting flavours and fresh combinations.

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WINE BY THE FIRE – GOOD REDS FOR WINTER Words by Dennis Knill

Australians are obsessed with red wines. If shiraz reigns as king, in second place cabernet sauvignon is the prince with the lesser known varietals all worthy of a place in the king’s court. As a regular visitor to the winelands throughout Australia I have long formed the view that some of the best and most consistent red wines come from South Australia.

Whether Barossa or Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale or Connawarra each region stands shoulder to shoulder with the great red wines of the world.

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For the novice, choosing a wine can be difficult. The formidable display of colourful labels does not actually help you to chose a wine that will not disappoint? A safe bet is price but a recommendation from a specialty wine outlet will always be more risk-free than the “Specials” signs supermarkets or discounters.

There is no need to forgo whites over winter but nothing can beat a glass of premium red while sitting by the fire on a cold blistery night. On a recent visit to South Australia I discovered any number of wines that would warm the occasion but my morning with the winemaker at Primo Estate in McLaren Vale presented the ultimate reward. After tasting all of their big performing reds here are three boasting power and elegance that won’t disappoint.

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01 — 2012 Joseph Angel Gully dry grown shiraz RRP: $80.

Great aromatic intensity supported with sweet tannins and a clean concentrated fresh fruit laced with hints of spicy oak displaying elegant characteristics. These flavours flow through nicely onto the palate.

02 — 2012 Joseph Moda amarone style cabernet/merlot RRP: $80. Great balance of richness, ripeness and gorgeous flavours. This wine has an abundance of intense dark rich fruit and a touch of spice combined with ripe tannins. Easy drinking and satisfying.

03 — 2012 Zamberlan cabernet cabernet sauvignon sangiovese RRP: $36. An affordable example of the perfect winter red. Deep in colour, fresh, clean and fruity on the nose with good tannins. Bring out the venison.

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Premium New Zealand wineries will showcase a selection of outstanding wines along with an impressive wine tasting of the most exciting French wine regions.

Wine professionals, from around New Zealand, will compete in the Sommelier of the Year Awards.

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The Pic of the Crop

Much-loved Nelson company Pic’s Really Good Peanut Butter has had a remarkable journey from its origins as a true backyard industry six years ago to becoming New Zealand’s favourite peanut butter.

01 — Pic Picot with son Louis Picot 02 — Pic Picot with step-daughter Aimee McCammon

“All of my children are an important part of the business because they are an important part of my life,” says Pic. “If one of Louis’ mates hadn’t used his pocket money to buy one of my first jars of peanut butter in the early days I might not have realised just how good the peanut butter really was!”

The company now produces 7,000 jars of peanut butter a day at its Nelson factory and has the capacity to increase production as markets develop internationally. All this has been achieved while Pic has dealt with the loss of his sight as a result of macular degeneration, which in turn led to another member being added to Pic’s family – his beloved guide dog Fido.

The company is poised to become a household name in Australia too, the home of the peanuts it uses for its peanut butter and for the newest addition to its product range — Pic’s Really Good Peanut Oil. The peanut oil is made from cold pressed, edible grade peanuts and has the natural, no additives, no nasty processes pedigree that we’ve come to expect from Pic’s products.

Business growth requires people, however, and the man behind the red star label, Pic Picot, has also been calling on the talents of his children to contribute to the business.

Step-daughter Aimee McCammon is a key member of the Pic’s marketing team and brings expertise including her previous experience as Group Account Director for Saatchi and Saatchi to Pic’s advisory board.

Pic’s son Louis can be found selling peanut butter at the Nelson Market and at food shows with his father, in addition to getting firsthand experience working in Pic’s Nelson factory. Louis’ sister Lauren is in her final year studying engineering at the University of Canterbury and has also manned the Pic’s stand at the Addington market during the university holidays.

Another of Pic’s daughters Bridie has inherited the entrepreneurial gene and is currently making and marketing her own exquisite bespoke furniture in New York under the “Thing Industries” brand.

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This remarkable man maintains that he could not have got to where he is today without the support of his children, family and his hard working staff who have stepped up to the plate across all aspects of the business.

“Maintaining the heart and authenticity of what we do is really important to me,” says Pic. “My children help with that because they remind me of what really matters — making something that’s really good for really good people.”

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RECIPE USING PIC’S PEANUT BUTTER

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BASE 1 cup of walnuts ½ cup of softened dates (soak the dates in hot water for 30 minutes, and then drain) 1 cup shredded coconut 1 heaped tablespoon of coconut oil 2 heaped tablespoon’s of Pic's Really Good Smooth Peanut Butter 1 heaped teaspoon of cinnamon

Scoop out the filling and spread this on top of your nutty base.

I have added swirls of peanut butter using a warm knife covered with peanut butter, and then running this through the topping.

Eat and enjoy!

Place all ingredients into your blender and blend well. Tip the mixture into your cake tin (I have used a 25cm round cake tin) and smoosh together. Once firmly packed, place into the fridge while you prepare the filling.

FILLING Combine ½ cup of Pic's Really Good Smooth Peanut Butter, ½ cup of coconut cream (more on this later), and two large frozen bananas. I froze my bananas overnight, so please do the same as this makes the mixture set. Run the bananas under warm water so you are able to peel them, and then place them into your blender with the other ingredients. Blend everything until smooth. Depending on the size of the bananas you may need to add some more coconut cream. I have made this recipe a number of times, and the most recent time I had to add another ¼ up of coconut cream to thin the mixture a little.

Now some things to consider...when you are buying coconut cream make sure you find a coconut cream that is as close to pure coconut cream (marco organic coconut cream is perfect, as it is rich, creamy, and organic). Always read the label! Try for 80 percent plus coconut cream, and make sure there are no other emulsifiers or preservatives.

Words Sarah Wilkinson Nutritional advisor and author of Eat it Better | www.eatitbetter.blogspot.co.nz

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RECIPE USING PIC’S REALLY GOOD PEANUT OIL

WILD FRIED RICE WITH PIC’S EXTRA VIRGIN PEANUT OIL INGREDIENTS

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Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Serves 4-6

Make an omelette. Heat one tablespoon peanut oil in a large cast-iron wok or pan over a medium heat. When the oil is hot add the beaten egg and swirl to coat the base of the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Remove from pan, roll up on a chopping board and chop into strips. Reserve.

Fry the rice. Heat remaining oil in the wok over high and add the onion and chicken. Stir-fry to brown, then add the rice and allow to crisp. Add the veggies and combined sauces and stir-fry for five minutes until heated through. Serve.

2 tbsp Pic’s Really Good Peanut Oil 2 eggs, lightly beaten brown onion, peeled, thinly sliced 200g chicken thigh fillets, thinly sliced 250g wild rice blend, cooked, cooled, chilled (mix of wild rice, brown rice, barley, quinoa, chia seeds and other grains) 150g cauliflower, chopped 150g red capsicum, cut into strips 150g boiled corn, kernels removed 300g baby spinach 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp hot chilli sauce 2 tbsp honey

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WARM TENANTS ARE HAPPY TENANTS We know it is getting colder when our cats want to crawl under the blankets and snuggle up to us in bed. We have three cats so it can be a bit of a squeeze! Luckily we have a very large bed.

We must make sure our tenants are cosy and warm in their homes; happy tenants are good tenants and will stay on longer in your property. Fitting weather strips on all the exterior doors is a good start; make sure the windows close and that there are no draughts coming in. Does the property need heavier curtains? Check the ones you have. Maybe they are a bit thin and old. Even if you have venetian blinds it is cosier with curtains as well.

Make sure the chimneys have been cleaned and the fireplaces are in workikng order. Having a fireplace or a wood burner are definite advantages when renting a property and are cheap and efficient for the tenants.

More expensive options are insulation in the floors walls or ceiling or the installation of heat pumps.

I did notice today outside our office in Temple Street there are blossoms appearing on the cherry tree, and the bulbs are sprouting in my garden ready to flower. I do love the daffodils and freesias at this time of the year: such a cheerful look!

We are off to the South Island in August celebrating my special birthday, a really great excuse for some R and R. Until next time then, wrap up and keep warm.

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Our chauffeur will also greet you at your requested time and location if you wish to see the sights of Auckland. Revel in the turquoise waters and evergreen hillsides that make up the Bay of Islands, visit the Coromandel, steamy Rotorua, the cascading waterfalls and hauntingly beautiful caves of the Waitoma/King country, and Central Plateau and the three volcanic mountain beauties that line the Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks, all without the worry of driving a vehicle.

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PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS

STONEFIELDS

A NEW URBAN VILLAGE In Aucklands eastern suburbs, Todd Property’s award winning residential community Stonefields is entering a new phase of development with two new apartment complexes under construction.

A highly sought after area for all types of buyers looking for a new home — Stonefields is a master-planned urban village just 8 kms from Auckland’s CBD and within walking distance of the Remuera Golf Course and a few minutes drive to the Eastern Bays beaches and seaside villages of Mission Bay, Kohimaramara and St Heliers.

At the heart of the community is Stonefields Market — a central hub for shopping and catching up with friends. A family restaurant, quality fresh food store and delicatessen along with other dining/takeaway choices, shops and a café means that convenience and entertainment is only a short stroll from home.

Stonefields provides a quality lifestyle that is the result of a genuine community coming together. The open spaces and well designed, neighbourly streetscapes that form Stonefields encourages people to interact and get to know the residents in their neighbourhood.

This new urban suburb offers residents a community minded, safe and relaxed lifestyle with extensive walking trails, wetlands and green spaces for all to enjoy. The newest green space, Playtime Park, offers children activities such as a flying fox, swings, a scooter area and wet play features. The suburb is also home to the sought after and respected Stonefields School, a Year 0 – 6 decile 10 school.

Fletcher Construction — one of the most recognized and trusted names in the industry, builds all the apartments.

These are the latest types of homes to be built in this diverse development, which also has large modern standalone homes and spacious terraced houses.

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PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS

SUGARTREE

PENTHOUSE COLLECTION

SugarTree is a freehold development on the Freemans Bay/ CBD border, combining luxury apartments with spacious landscaped gardens. SugarTree will feature cafes, boutiques, a mini supermarket, delis and a medical centre on the ground level. A strict retail master plan has been put in place to ensure a sustainable long term balance for both residents and retail. SugarTree is just a 5 minute walk from Ponsonby Road, Western Park and the Victoria Park Precinct. The Viaduct and Britomart are only a 10 minute walk, making it an enviable place to live.

Stage 1 ‘Prima’ which is under construction has sold out and will be completed in December. Stage 2, ‘Centro’ has been selling quickly, with over 40% sold. Just released, the SugarTree Penthouse Collection comprises 8 unique luxury apartments sprawling over levels 13 and 14 of Centro.

The penthouses will appeal to buyers looking for something with that wow factor and a real point of difference. They exude

luxury and will have unparalleled harbour views. Designed by award winning designers Space Studio, purchasers can still add their own design with changes to plans and finishes. There are one and two level, three and four bedroom options; some with huge decks, ranging from 78 – 144m2 and 270 degree views, making entertaining a dream.

Apartments are becoming a popular choice with those who are looking to retain a luxurious home and the convenience of central Auckland living but no longer need a large family home nor wish to spend their weekends maintaining their property, preferring the lock up and leave lifestyle apartment living offers.

Central Auckland Apartments are on the rise and make a smart choice for long term investment. Over the last year they have seen a 31% increase in median prices and a 77% increase over the last 2 years (REINZ).

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HOPPER DEVELOPMENTS

WATERFRONT LIVING AT IT’S BEST Since 1953 Hopper Developments have been leading creative property developers. The company is perhaps best known for its expertise in creating the comprehensively planned coastal lifestyle developments Pauanui Waterways, Whitianga Waterways and Marsden Cove.

With these projects Hoppers developed unique residential canal properties that allow section owners to have high quality amenities such as private jetties and boat ramps. This means that the boat can be launched and/or berthed right in front of the home. The ultimate waterfront lifestyle is encapsulated with these developments, as many enjoy the safe, fresh pristine waters, perfect for swimming and other water activities.

Pauanui Waterways and Whitianga Waterways are both well established and distinct developments found on the stunning Coromandel coastline. Pauanui is currently selling its third and final stage, while Whitianga Waterways is expanding the existing township with new stages and retirement living options soon to be released.

Marsden Cove is set within the mouth of the beautiful Whangarei Harbour. With picturesque views of Mt. Manaia, it is planned to accommodate major growth in the region, and is definitely a destination not to be overlooked. Marsden Cove also has a world-class 230 berth marina which provides port of entry customs services and includes atmospheric waterfront retail.

These three locations have the x-factor in coastal property and are the best that waterfront living has to offer. The overall design and quality make a perfect setting whether it’s for holiday, retirement, or permanent living; there is something for all the family.

HOPPER DEVELOPMENTS For section enquiries or any further questions please visit www.hoppers.co.nz call 0508 HOPPER for more information.

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS

THE IVORY

IN EPSOM Verve chats to Daphne Brown of Daphe Brown & Associates about the stunning luxury Ivory Apartments in Epsom.

Verve: Can you tell our readers about The Ivory?

Daphne: The Ivory is an exciting residential development in a brilliant location. It has a number of different apartment sizes and layouts to satisfy different requirements, from one-bedroom apartments to three bedrooms and various different types of two bedroom layouts.

There are eighty-four apartments in total, with a swimming pool and gym. It is designed to maximise light: a pleasing design, which will fit into the area very happily.

Verve: This development is in a fantastic location, close to the university, Newmarket, and the city. So this would make it a great investment property, not so?

Daphne: The location could not be better it is easy walking distance to the University and Auckland Hospital, and even closer to the new School of Engineering being built in Khyber Pass Road. Newmarket shops

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are also within an easy walk, and Auckland Grammar School and St Peter’s School for boys are both just across Mountain Road, with Epsom Girls not much further away.

Grafton Station is five minutes away, and the Link bus is right there too. Beautiful Auckland Domain is only a few minutes’ walk from the development.

These apartments would make great investment properties, not only for the return in rental but also for appreciation in value over time because of the location.

We envisage that the development will be complete in March 2016.

Verve: What are the key benefits of owning one of these properties?

Daphne: Key benefits of owning one of these apartments are the satisfaction of buying in a gilt-edged location, a wellplanned and low maintenance structure and high quality fixtures and fittings throughout.

DAPHNE BROWN Ivory Residences 027 492 7403

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BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Carlton Gore Market Day On Saturday August 23rd, Carlton Gore Precinct will be hosting a big market day, to celebrate the end of 9 months of disruptive road works and getting back to business as usual.

We ask you to invite your customers to this market day between 10am and 3pm to enjoy the market day festivities on both the streets and in each of the great businesses in the Carlton Gore Area. There is a BIG weekend prize of $2,500 to be won by one lucky customer on the day, (prize money to be spent in the area) plus live music, face painting and balloons for the kids, a petting zoo at Nature Baby, live art performances, bike tours around Newmarket, a live market, garage sales and more.

Auckland Transport are supporting this day with $’s for marketing and promotion and by hosting bike tours and this month you will see advertising on buses, billboards, in VIVA on flyers and online.

Artweek 2014. 10th to 19th October We are supporting Artweek again this year and encouraging all Art Galleries and art businesses to engage with this BIG Auckland wide event.

Mamma Mia! Italian Week in Newmarket next month!

There are over 13 Italian themed events to look forward to next month during Italian week. Our Italian Week kicks off at The Rialto on Wednesday 24th September with the opening night for the 19th Italian Film Festival. The Italian Film Festival will run at The Rialto until 12th October continuing the tradition with a fantastic line up of films. Then look out for the Italian Festival flyers with all Italian Week events listed, including a Ferrari Exhibition at Lumsden Green, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride with over 100 motorbikes and scooter, finishing in Newmarket and of course the MASSIVE Italian Festival which is on Sunday 28th September. The Italian Festival day will be held on Osborne and Kent Streets from 11am until 4pm with stalls selling crafts, food and wine, plus dancing and musical entertainment. This will be a real celebration of all things Italian, a day not to be missed with over 8,000 in attendance.

All details will be on our website www.newmarket.co.nz later this month.

VERVE’S FLAVOUR OF THE MONTH! WISE CICADA Jude, one of our editors, visited Wise Cicada on two occasions recently prompted by a dose of winter flu.

On both occasions she found Shelley and her staff to be incredibly helpful and unbiased. No up selling, just genuine concern. It was a breath of fresh air!

Verve highly recommends a visit to Wise Cicada at anytime. Wise Cicada, 23 Crowhurst St, Newmarket Ph (09) 529 9529

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RACHEL DOVEY: BAYLEYS

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After 20 years located up the road, it was time to consolidate our teams approach to the region and provide an environment in which our clients feel comfortable achieving their property goals.

Bayleys new office at 50 Remuera Road, just up from Broadway, is all that one would expect. Beautifully designed and appointed, sun lit and welcoming.

Being curious, Verve popped in to have a look round, and bumped in to Rachel Dovey, Regional General Manager, Eastern Bays. Our conversation went something like this: Verve: Tell us about how you got into real estate Rachel?

Rachel: My previous professional career was in FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) marketing. I was approached by a recruitment company to be interviewed for a project marketing role at Bayleys Real Estate, at first I refused as I didn’t feel qualified to work in real estate. The company convinced me by saying that this role was not for the faint-hearted and I would love it! I took Verve: And a little about your current role, and strengths / talents?

Rachel: My current role is the Regional General Manager for Bayleys in the Eastern Bays. It is a very diverse role on one hand driving Bayleys market growth across the region, on the other hand managing a diverse team of talented salespeople. The team specializes in all facets of real estate from high end homes to townhouses and apartments. This wide range of property means you need to be able to have skills in all sectors of the market but that you also deal with a variety of clients assisting them to achieve their real estate needs. I am fortunate to work with truly talented people, and have access to world-class resources. With the opening of our new premises we are now able to provide a business environment to better accommodate our clients. My people skills are my core strength which I use to assist my team to achieve their business goals. I love to see people flourish and succeed in their career. I also regularly assist the property division of Auckland University in particular young women looking to pursue a career in property.

Verve: The new Bayleys (in Newmarket) office is impressive, and most appropriate to the Bayleys brand. Congratulations. Tell us a little more about the move / new offices (the process and design)?

Rachel: After 20 years located up the road, it was time to consolidate our teams approach to the region and provide an environment in which our clients feel comfortable achieving their property goals. The new premises have been set up with the future in mind, with state of the art technology and outstanding auction facilities. We welcome the local community to join us every Wednesday from 10.00am.

Verve: There are many real estate brands out there. What makes Bayleys special?

Rachel: The teamwork and internal philosophy and culture.

We have a slogan on our office wall that reads its all about the people, people, people…. In essence that is what our day to day focus is centered on. While the physical property is the centre point of our daily job, it is the people that make the sale process.

Our family of Remuera real estate specialists is expanding rapidly, so we’ve moved to larger premises – a true real estate one-stop shop.

Some of the best known real estate names in Remuera, Newmarket, Parnell and surrounding areas cover the entire residential mix – homes, townhouses, apartments, rentals and property management.

Whatever you’re looking for, we have the people and the expertise to put it all together.

To find out more about Bayleys, and get a taste of the new, different and exciting things we can offer, contact Rachel Dovey on 09 520 8888 now or pop into the new office at 50 Remuera Road for a coffee with us.

Bayleys Remuera – your Remuera, Newmarket and Parnell specialists. www.bayleys.co.nz

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MATTERS OF INTEREST: PUBLIC TRANSPORT

BETTER PUBLIC SERVICES

Fixing transport and keeping Auckland moving is the single most important priority for the majority of us Aucklanders, no matter which part of the city we live in. We certainly need to keep Auckland moving if we are to become the world’s most liveable city.

The focus of this National Government has been on getting results that actually make a difference in people’s lives.

At the moment we have a public transport model that has lots of connections but low frequency. Auckland Transport’s “New Network” will soon give us smarter connection options with strategically placed interchange points. The result will be a network of buses and trains running at least every 15 minutes from 7am to 7pm, seven days a week. Integrated ticketing and fares will be part of the mix, too.

The New Network will happen in phases with thorough analysis to determine local needs, then a comprehensive public consultation period before changes are implemented.

The process started last year in South Auckland. Hibiscus Coast and Warkworth proposals are open right now for public engagement.

Later this year we will be consulting on public transport in Pukekohe, Waiuku and West Auckland and next year the North Shore, East Auckland, Waiheke and Central Auckland.

To reinforce our expectations, two years ago the prime minister set out 10 concrete and specific results that he wanted to see us achieve over the next few years.

These results are in areas that have been challenging to governments, not just in New Zealand but all around the world – like welfare dependency, crime, child abuse and educational achievement.

In the past, success seemed to be measured by how much money was spent. We’ve changed that way of thinking. We’ve made success about achieving actual results, and we’ve made people accountable for achieving them.

This month we’ve released a mid-year progress report on what we’ve called the “Better Public Services” targets.

Reducing long-term welfare dependence is on track with an 8.4 per cent reduction in long-term jobseekers over the last year.

This Government has continued to invest in welfare reforms, which means investing in people to move off welfare into work.

Then there’s the City Rail Link - the foremost transformational project for Auckland in the next decade and beyond.

Our growing economy, producing more jobs, is helping to achieve these results.

The latest public opinion poll on traffic congestion tells us 41 per cent of Aucklanders are in favour of the government focusing more on boosting public transport over roads*.

We’re also making a difference in education with the proportion of 18-year-olds gaining NCEA Level 2 or above, now at 78.6% — including a big increase for young Maori and Pasifika.

This confirms what we already know. Just building motorways is not enough to keep Auckland moving — we need to start building the CRL now.

The government has set up trades academies, youth guarantee, the apprenticeship reboot and performance linked funding for tertiary education and all are contributing to our education targets.

It’s a fair call to say that Auckland has a way to go before we have a perfect public transport system, but I don’t believe for a second that the challenge is unsurmountable.

I want to encourage everyone to have their say when routes in your part of town are under review. It’s so important that we hear from current users and those who would consider public transport if it worked better for them.

Head to www.at.govt.nz, have a good read, think about it and when the time comes, let us know your thoughts. *Stuff.co.nz-Ipsos poll 21.07.14

Len Brown Mayor of Auckland

We still have work to do decreasing the number of child assaults, though huge efforts are being made in that area with the Children’s Action Plan and a concerted focus on child abuse.

Child assaults are trending downwards - by 2 per cent in the last year — but we need to do more to reach the ambitious target we set ourselves.

Finally, this government is making real inroads into reducing crime, including violent crime, youth crime and reoffending rates.

I’m really proud of the work this government is doing to get better public services for New Zealanders, and I do hope we get the opportunity to continue the work.

Paul Goldsmith MP National List MP based in Epsom www.paulgoldsmith.co.nz (09) 524 4930

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THE GREAT WAR 100 YEARS ON: HAVE WE NOT LEARNED ANYTHING?

QUAY STREET BOULEVARD — A WASTE OF MONEY

This month is the 100th anniversary of the start of the Great War of 1914-18. I have been aware of this anniversary for some time now and helped set up a special committee of the Auckland Council to oversee remembrance activities over the next four years.

I can’t believe that spending tens of millions of dollars on transforming Quay Street into some form of boulevard is a priority for Auckland Council at this time.

The Great War is a subject I have long been interested in – like many other New Zealanders I have a relative, my grandfather, who served in it. Sergeant John Lee was shot and severely wounded at Ploegsteert (‘Plug Street”), Flanders, in May 1917.

Britain declared war on Imperial Germany on 4 August 1914, the next day the Governor-General of New Zealand issued the proclamation from the steps of parliament. Being a dominion of the British Empire, neither the government nor the New Zealand people had any say in the matter - nevertheless the country loyally supported the declaration and thousands rushed to enlist.

Over 102,000 New Zealanders went off to war, some 10 per cent of the population — over 18,500 were killed. Many more were wounded and came back maimed and suffering psychological disorders. The war dragged on for over four years with some 17 million people killed and 20 million wounded. It caused profound social dislocation and suffering, and was to lead, only 20 years later, to World War II, with even greater death, destruction and human misery.

One of the interesting aspects of the centennial has been a flood of learned books and articles, especially by British authors, sparking a debate between those historians who believe that Britain had no choice but to go to war, and those who argue that Britain (and her empire) would have been better off staying out. This presupposes the war’s outcome being a German-dominated Europe with a sort of European Union – which the historians remind us, is rather like what we’ve got now.

It is a fascinating debate — and yet somehow I feel the academics are missing the point. The Great War was triggered on the 28 June 1914 by a tubercular 19-year-old Bosnian Serb nationalist who shot and killed the heir to the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. A callous act, by a non-entity, in an obscure place, for an abstruse cause. But the killings led step by step to the ultimate catastrophe. But it did so because the statesmen, the diplomats, the generals, on all sides, did nothing to stop it. In fact one has the impression they wanted it to happen. Having watched in recent months the unfolding of a deliberately engineered political conflict in Eastern Europe, my question is: what really has the human race learned in the last 100 years? And now, is the shooting down of airliner MH17, with 298 innocent people, an echo of that fateful shot that was fired in Sarajevo? Could it not lead the world to the same dreadful consequences?

Mike Lee Councillor for Waitemata and Gulf

The project should be cancelled, or at the very least deferred until the traffic impacts are known, we’ve sorted out what’s happening around the Downtown Shopping Centre, and we know the exact timeframe of the City Rail Link construction.

Not to mention the council’s 10-year “Black Budget”, which we’ve yet to sort out.

It’s pure madness with the mayor desperate to turn a sod on Quay Street. Alarmingly though there are still no answers on where the 30,000 cars are going to go every day if traffic is slowed with Quay Street narrowed to carry more pedestrians. That’s a real worry, particularly when you factor in plans for adjacent Customs Street to accommodate more buses and bus lanes.

I have been given absolute assurances that there will be comprehensive public consultation over the final designs.

However we also need to know the impact on the huge amount of commuter traffic that uses this critical east-west link.

The worry is if council puts the squeeze on Quay Street, gives Customs Street bus priority and closes lower Albert Street to construct the rail tunnel, motorists will rat-run through the likes of the Auckland Domain.

Eastern suburbs commuters generally hate this boulevard project and we’ve railed against it for three years. Yet sadly Auckland ratepayers are being asked to fund this expensive beautification exercise while some core council services are set to be cut.

What’s more, significant seawall work is imminent between Queens and Princes wharves. It is deemed necessary but will be expensive for ratepayers – with the cost in the tens of millions.

Rest assured we will keep an eye on any runaway costs, and also on ensuring commuter traffic can continue to travel smoothly.

The Quay Street boulevard is a waste of money and surely not a priority for ratepayers at this time. The plug should be pulled.

Most days it’s a pretty hostile wind tunnel. It’s never going to be much of place to eat your lunch and enjoy the sun. Auckland and ratepayers have much bigger priorities.

Cameron Brewer Councillor for Orakei www.cameronbrewer.co.nz

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MATTERS OF INTEREST : CONT

ADSENSE & NONSENSE

HOME IS WHERE THE JOB IS

OR WHY I BUILD WEBSITES AND NOT HOUSES

In 2006, the last time that all the OECD countries had a synchronised census, 24 per cent of New Zealand tertiary graduates lived overseas. It was the highest proportion in that group of developed countries. The only country with a higher proportion of its total population living overseas was Ireland. For perspective, it would be like 50 million Americans living outside the US (actual number estimated at 6 million) or 4 million Australians (actual 1 million).

In 2006, the last time that all the OECD countries had a synchronised census, 24 per cent of New Zealand tertiary graduates lived overseas. It was the highest proportion in that group of developed countries. The only country with a higher proportion of its total population living overseas was Ireland. For perspective, it would be like 50 million Americans living outside the US (actual number estimated at 6 million) or 4 million Australians (actual 1 million).

Enough statistics, but it should be clear that New Zealand does have a problem with “country abandonment”. Some come back, but many don’t, and there are real costs for New Zealand taxpayers, and New Zealand families. When a New Zealander receives hundreds of thousands in healthcare and education then pays tax to a foreign government, we lose financially. We are lucky that many skilled people from countries such as the UK, China, and India are prepared to come and replace them.

That doesn’t account though, for the thousands of families separated from their children, and sometimes parents, choosing to live far away.

Enough statistics, but it should be clear that New Zealand does have a problem with “country abandonment”. Some come back, but many don’t, and there are real costs for New Zealand taxpayers, and New Zealand families. When a New Zealander receives hundreds of thousands in healthcare and education then pays tax to a foreign government, we lose financially. We are lucky that many skilled people from countries such as the UK, China, and India are prepared to come and replace them.

That doesn’t account though, for the thousands of families separated from their children, and sometimes parents, choosing to live far away.

I should know, I lived overseas for five years myself. I’ve come back though, and hopefully I am all the richer for overseas experience. The question is: how to keep New Zealanders returning? We know that the key driver is economic because most emigrants go to Australia and the trans-Tasman flow fits nicely with the economic fortunes of our two countries. Right now New Zealand’s economy is doing very well and this year we may have a net gain from Australia for the first time since 1991. Many of the people I meet at the doorstep in Epsom are recently returned Kiwis.

I should know, I lived overseas for five years myself. I’ve come back though, and hopefully I am all the richer for overseas experience. The question is: how to keep New Zealanders returning? We know that the key driver is economic because most emigrants go to Australia and the trans-Tasman flow fits nicely with the economic fortunes of our two countries. Right now New Zealand’s economy is doing very well and this year we may have a net gain from Australia for the first time since 1991. Many of the people I meet at the doorstep in Epsom are recently returned Kiwis.

All of which leads to a very simple (if unexciting) conclusion. If we are serious about retaining and returning New Zealanders, we must take economic growth very seriously. Currently we lag Canadian, American and British incomes by around 40 per cent. There are no magic bullets, but the surest way to keep more of the next generation here is to maintain solid economic policy (told you it was unexciting). That means low taxes, stable regulations, and minimal government meddling in areas where government doesn’t belong. Only then will current students and graduates find the career they want in the country they love.

All of which leads to a very simple (if unexciting) conclusion. If we are serious about retaining and returning New Zealanders, we must take economic growth very seriously. Currently we lag Canadian, American and British incomes by around 40 per cent. There are no magic bullets, but the surest way to keep more of the next generation here is to maintain solid economic policy (told you it was unexciting). That means low taxes, stable regulations, and minimal government meddling in areas where government doesn’t belong. Only then will current students and graduates find the career they want in the country they love.

David Seymour Act Candidate Epsom

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LOYAL FRIENDS, GOLDEN YEARS Words Aimee Robson

Owning pets in the later years of life can have both physical and emotional benefits. Shown to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase physical activity, pets can be the stimulant needed for seniors to make the most of their older years. The good news is that there are numerous dog breeds that offer less maintenance without falling short on companionship. A new pooch requires flexibility and constant care, so the decision should not be taken lightly.

Adopting a dog can be a great option for those with time on their hands. Adult mixed-breed dogs have been shown to have less health issues and they will be more cost-effective than raising a puppy. Shelters and SPCA employees will often know the temperament and traits of individual canines and know whether they are practised in social interaction.

But when you can’t go past a newborn puppy, some breeds are better suited to the elderly than others. Smaller dogs are often preferred as they are easier to manage and pick up.

Grooming and regular vet check ups may be an on-going cost but some are less maintenance than others. Some breeds have shown to be popular among older people, including Yorkshire Terriers (Yorkies), Pugs, Miniature Schnauzers and Bichon Frises.

Advantages of these are their small size, playful temperaments and loyalty to their owners. It is important that they interact well with other people, especially children, and other dogs. Pugs in particular have a spirited nature but low energy – perfect for those who are less mobile.

Golden Retrievers and Cocker Spaniels are also popular among dog owners, as their loyalty and obedience is unsurpassable.

Size and health issues make them slightly more difficult to care for, so owners must be capable and active. Retirees may struggle with a larger dog like this, especially on a fixed income.

The circumstances of each individual will make choosing a dog a unique and exciting experience. Whether big or small, the choice is significant and will result in a loyal friend for years to come.

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Age can make them forget previously learned cues (commands) or habits they once knew well, such as house training and coming when called. It can increase their anxiety and sometimes develop a tendency to react aggressively. It can also change their social relationships with you and other pets in your home. Some pets may become more clingy and over dependent, while others become less interested in affection, petting or interaction. Understanding these changes can help you compassionately and effectively deal with behaviour problems that may arise in your dog’s senior years.

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If chemical ingestion is witnessed, immediately flush the animal’s mouth with large amounts of water. This can help reduce the amount of chemical in the mouth and may minimise the damage.

Look out for any of the following symptoms: no interest in food, drooling, swollen tongue, frequent swallowing and pawing at the mouth.

To be able to determine the extent of the burn and help decide on treatment, the vet might make use of an endoscope. This is a thin flexible tube with a camera that can be inserted through the mouth and into the oesophagus and stomach. This way the internal surfaces of the oesophagus and stomach can be viewed without the need for surgery.

The decision could be made to use medications that coat the injured tissues to help hasten recovery. The pets with severe burns that do not want to eat require a temporary feeding tube.

A slurry of food can be given through the tube several times a day to ensure adequate calorie intake, while the healing process takes place. This will generally take 1-2 weeks.

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Natalia and Ricky’s latest project has recently come to fruition.

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