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Nelson and Marlborough’s magazine /

ISSUE 133 / AUGUST 2017 / $8.95

Aronui Wines

DineOut Awards

Celebrating the best fare in the

Top of the South Nelson Arts Festival programme brochure inside Makos 2017 Season Preview Cruising in Europe

Pinnacle Programme

Urban Dining

Scotch Ales

Perfumed Gardens Money-Free Society

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TOP OF THE SOUTH TEAM

STUART SMITH | KAIKOURA

MAUREEN PUGH | WEST COAST-TASMAN

NICK SMITH | NELSON

DELIVERING: STRONG ECONOMY

INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT

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NZ growing at 3%+, Top of the South rated strongest region.

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$1.2 billion SH1–Kaikoura reinstatement.

NZ job growth 10,000/month, Top of the South unemployed lowest in NZ at 2.8%.

Average wage in Top of the South up $10,000/year to $50,000 since 2008.

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New Research Centres – Fisheries (Nelson), Viticulture (Blenheim), Minerals (Greymouth)

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Support for Waimea Community Dam and Nelson Southern Link.

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TAX CUTS FOR OUR FAMILIES

CREATIVE COMMUNITIES

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Low and middle tax brackets increased from 1st April 2018.

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Suter Art Gallery $2.3million grant.

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$26/week extra for 45,000 Top of the South households.

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Marlborough Theatre $3.2million grant.

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Another 20,000 Top of the South families get up to $100/week.

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Nelson School of Music $1.5million grant.

IMPROVED PUBLIC SERVICES

CLEANER ENVIRONMENT

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24 extra police for Top of the South, Motueka Police Station available 24/7.

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Nelson Haven Clean-up Project.

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Marlborough Sounds Wilding Pine Removal.

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70 extra nurses, 50 extra doctors, 39 extra ambulance officers for Top of the South.

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Waikoropupu Springs Water Conservation Order.

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1800 Top of the South aged/disability care workers extra $100/week.

Authorised by Maureen Pugh, OTA2414, State Highway 73, Kumara; Hon Dr Nick Smith, 544 Waimea Road, Annesbrook, Nelson; and Stuart Smith, 22 Scott Street, Blenheim.

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22 Features Issue 133 / August 2017

22 Aronui Wines Dine Out Awards

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he judges have spoken and this year’s winners include a mix of new and old eateries, bars and cafes. Lynda Papesch announces the winners

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30 Makos Season Preview

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heir fins are up and the Makos are heading into deep water to contest this year’s Mitre 10 Cup competition with some new players, some stalwarts and a strong management/coaching team at their backs. Geoff Moffett explains more

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innacle Programme is a unique mentoring programme backed by Hyundai New Zealand.

The programme is open to young Kiwis aged between 15 and 18 who display talent, passion and drive in any areas, be it art, science, sport, music, business, environment politics or leadership. Maike van der Heide reports

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Columns Issue 133 / August 2017

INTERVIEWS

20 My Big Idea Political hopeful Richard Osmaston dreams of a money-free society, and explains just how it would work

82 My Education Hairdressing student Maia Jones talks to Kate Campbell about learning on the job at NMIT’s Marlborough campus FASHION

45 Fashion Styling by Kelly Vercoe Photography by Ishna Jacobs

51 Shoe of the Month Money might “maketh the man”, but so too do stylish shoes LIFE

52 My Home Richmond is home to a stunning cedar future-proofed house that eventuated from collaboration between the owners, their architect and their builder. By Brenda Webb

60 My Garden Wake up and smell a perfumed garden, suggests Lynda Papesch

62 My Kitchen Scotch broth brings back fond memories for chef Nicola Galloway who adds her own twist

63 Dine Out Reviewer Maxwell Flint enjoys a lovely meal at Nelson’s Urban Eatery and Bar

64 Wine Sauvignon blanc is not to everyone’s taste so try a glass of albariño or viognier instead, suggests Phillip Reay

65 Beer Sample a small taste of Scotland and wet your whistle with a fine wee scotch ale, writes Mark Preece

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66 ACTIVE

66 Travel All aboard for a cruise around some of Europe’s most scenic, historic destinations, writes Amanda Radovanovich

68 Adventure Arthur’s Pass may be blanketed in thick snow now, but it’s a great summer adventure playground, Alex Gradeen says

69 Boating

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Steve Thomas is a happy man, he writes, with the return of the America’s Cup to its home in New Zealand

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70 Motoring Check out the new Holden Astra RSV; it’s a real Euro “hottie”, explains motoring writer Geoff Moffett

71 Sports Tasman Rugby Union commercial and marketing manager Les Edwards kicks off our new monthly sports column by asking if the Makos can go all the way this season CULTURE

72 Arts John Cohen-du Four visits the Refinery ArtSpace and discovers The Suter’s funkily dressed, challenge-seeking little sister

74 Music Australian guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel is heading for Nelson next month so Pete Rainey took the opportunity for a quick chat

76 Film A Date for Mad Mary is a tough and tender story about friendship, first love, and letting go of the glory days, writes Michael Bortnick

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8 Editorial 10 Bits & Pieces 12 Events 14 Snapped 73 Gallery Must-Haves 78 Quiz & Trivia

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We’re privileged in the Top of the South that we have the climate, the terroir and the drive to constantly produce world-class food and beverages.

hew!!! What a cold snap. A few chilly winter days like last month’s and we’re reminded of the power of the elements. Luckily most of us can wrap up warmly, enjoy hot soups, gourmet local goodies and even fly to sunnier destinations.

Our August issue features the annual Aronui Wines Dine Out Awards, proudly presented by WildTomato. This year there are some exciting newcomers in the winners and highly commended stakes as well as those who have stood the test of time, quality and service.

We’re privileged in the Top of the South that we have the climate, the terroir and the drive to constantly produce world-class food and beverages. That in turn attracts an array of adventurous chefs, foodies and entrepreneurs who provide some amazing eating and drinking experiences. Let’s make the most of them.

Making the most of pre-season training are our local rugby heroes, the Tasman Makos. After a great season last year, they’re looking to cement their status with a few new players and some stalwarts in this year’s Mitre 10 Cup competition.

The current squad boasts a record 21 players in Super rugby squads this year so look forward to some exciting rugby. Fins Up! Making their splash in the art world are two young Nelsonians who are being sponsored by the Pinnacle Programme, which supports young people showing promise in sports, the arts, research, leadership etc. Sponsoring the programme locally is Nelson’s own Bowater Hyundai. Read on.

A treat this month is a special one-on-one interview between our music reviewer Pete Rainey and legendary Aussie guitarist Tommy Emmanuel who will play in Nelson next month. Book soon; I’m sure this will be a popular concert.

On the subject of entertainment, the 2017 Nelson Arts Festival was launched late last month and the programme is full of exciting shows, events and performers so hurry to get your early bird tickets. A copy of the programme is included in your August issue of WildTomato.

Finally this month, I’d like to say a huge thank you to all our readers and advertisers. I personally appreciate all your feedback so keep it coming.

WildTomato is, after all, your magazine.

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Dear Editor, It’s great to see Nelson attracting more and more world-class performers and entertainment. Examples of this include upcoming concerts by singer Sharon O’Neill and guitar great Tommy Emmanuel from across l, the ditch. Add to that the annual Nelson Arts Festiva Fringe the better, and better which just keeps getting Festival and various local theatre offerings, and Nelson is becoming quite a venue for the arts.

Keen culture patrons also have a great choice in a Marlborough with its ASB Theatre programme, and last as such gs, offerin al season and annual of variety month’s Marlborough Book Festival.

The organisers and participants of such events should be well and truly congratulated for their foresight. Bring it on!

Joseph Stanton Nelson

Earlier this year this group of Nelsonians took their WildTomato on an adventure motorcycle trip around South Africa, starting at Cape Town and ending at Johannesburg. Shown at the South Africa–Lesotho border are Gary Donaldson and Lynley Donaldson, Deb McConochie, Jo McClelland, Edd Shepard and Joe Johnstone. Donald McConochie snapped the photo.

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Ground-breaking Nelson nurse up for award

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illow Duffy, a qualified nurse and child protection consultant, who co-founded and manages Nelson-based charity Safeguarding Children Initiative, is a finalist in the national Women of Influence awards. Willow was nominated in the community/non-profit category for her work with the child protection charity that educates people nationally how to detect signs of child abuse and neglect and what to do about it.

Willow says increased awareness of the signs of abuse, knowing what to look for, and a realisation that the earlier you raise concerns the better the outcome for the child are the biggest single takeaway from specialised training.

“It is incredibly powerful.

I can confidently say that our training has resulted in many vulnerable children receiving the help they need.”

The Women of Influence winners are announced in Auckland on September 7.

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Community Awards winner

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ell done everyone. P roject Jonah won the Supreme Award at the 2017 Trustpower Nelson Tasman Community Awards, and now has the opportunity to represent the district at the 2017 Trustpower National Community Awards, April 2018.

Project Jonah is made up of volunteers – everyday kiwis who are educating people on how to help marine mammals, volunteering their assistance at training courses, community events and strandings.

Other winners included Fynn Sawyer, Mapua School, Menzshed Waimea, the Sukita Project, Coastguard Nelson, Volunteer Nelson Young Leaders, the Nelson Youth Council, and Golden Bay Rural Women.

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AUGUST EVENTS Bella Musica

NELSON/TASMAN Tues 1 to Sun 13

Thurs 3, 10, 17

Wed 9 to Wed 30

Da Vinci – Robots & Machines

Moveable feasts

New Zealand International Film Festival

One of the first recorded designs of a humanoid robot was made by Leonardo da Vinci in around 1495 AD. Nelson Provincial Museum is showcasing Da Vinci’s genius with an interactive exhibition of some of his most groundbreaking technologies.

NELSON PROVINCIAL MUSEUM

Wed 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nelson Farmers’ Market Rain or shine, the Farmers’ Market comes to Morrison Square bringing fresh local produce and products from throughout the Top of the South.

MORRISON SQUARE

Thurs 3, 10, 17, 24 Isel Twilight Market Stallholders from throughout the region offer delicious street food, fresh produce, quality crafts and live music.

ISEL PARK

Uniquely Nelson once again brings you Feast of the Senses.

Each Moveable Feast is designed with a specific style of cuisine in mind and showcases the amazing variety of dining options in Nelson city. uniquelynelson.co.nz/ moveable-feast VARIOUS VENUES

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Musician Kylie Price’s eclectic personality shines through her songs, finding an outlet in the form of influences and expressions as diverse as alt country, blues and folk.

Starts at 8pm

Kniki & Mike Beale

THE BOATHOUSE

Sat 5, 12, 19, 26

Based on either side of Australia, this combustible, at times even competitive, musical partnership creates songs and stories that reflect the nature of any relationship; sometimes a gentle melody, at other times raucous and rambunctious.

Starts at 8pm.

The Nelson Market

THE BOATHOUSE

The bustling Nelson Market transforms Montgomery Square into a vibrant showcase of regional arts, crafts, fashion, jewellery and fresh local and organic produce.

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Sat 5 International Blues Music Day Loads of local blues bands descend on the Playhouse for an amazing night of music.

Featuring Boogie Train, Dem Blues Boys, Coyote Blues Band, Steve Mitchell Trio, The Bragg Brothers. Book ahead.

THE PLAYHOUSE CAFÉ

Sun 6, 13, 20, 27 Motueka Market Arts, crafts, food, drink, fresh local produce and entertainment, 8am till 1pm.

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MONTGOMERY SQUARE

Da Vinci Robots & Machines

A beacon in the midst of winter, NZIFF brings over 150 features and documentaries to screens in 13 towns and cities around New Zealand, including world premieres of many New Zealand films.

Ruby Coast Twilight Music Festival A fun evening of music and community spirit, with a charity auction to kick-start fundraising efforts for the Dale Vercoe Community Project. Live music includes Men in Accord (Barbershop), RUBY with local artists Aly Cook, Chrissie Small & Katy Holland, local funk dance band Tillerman and The Mapua Mother Pluckers.

Starts at 6pm.

MAPUA COMMUNITY HALL

Fri 18 Riptide Originals Original music for Riptide’s first gig at the Boathouse with all their very own material, written by Craig Lee (vocals/ guitar/harp) and supported by Andreas Vitz on percussions and drums. 8pm start.

THE BOATHOUSE

Fri 18 Tasman Makos vs Canterbury The Tasman Makos open their 2017 Mitre 10 Cup campaign against Canterbury in a re-play of the 2016 Premiership final.

Starts 7.35pm. #FinsUp TRAFALGAR PARK

Fri 18 to Sun 20 Art Expo Nelson 2017 Art Expo Nelson 2017 is a threeday show promoting artworks from more than 100 Nelson/ Tasman and New Zealand artists. Over 1500 artworks in one location, plus an onsite café. 10am daily.

THE TRAFALGAR CENTRE

Sat 19 Shady Dealings & Daylight Robberies – Art Thefts Revealed International art speaker, Will Korner from Art Loss Register, talks about the world’s missing masterpieces, giving insight into the art world’s shady dealings and daylight robberies.

THE TRAFALGAR CENTRE

Sun 20 Hospice Variety Show with Guy Williams Magic, laughs and music with special guest comedian Guy Williams, and all ticket sales going directly to the Nelson/ Tasman Hospice. Starts 5pm.

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MARLBOROUGH Sun 6, 13, 20, 27

Wed 9 to Sat 12

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Marlborough Farmers’ Market

Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival

Daffodil Day – Dinner & Auction Fundraiser

Enjoy the taste of the freshest seasonal fruit, vegetables and produce that Marlborough has to offer. The Farmers’ Market is full of locally grown and sourced food, sold by the producer.

The only event of its kind in the South Island; it provides a fantastic opportunity for young musicians to learn from those who are top class in their field and for audiences to be among the first to experience the South Island’s next wave of musical talent. Concludes with a gala concert.

The Woodbourne Tavern hosts a special Daffodil Day Dinner and Auction Fundraiser for Cancer Society Marlborough.

Fantastic food, amazing auction items and all for a good cause.

Starts at 5.30pm.

A&P SHOWGROUNDS

Tues 1 to Sat 5 Evita The Marlborough Combined Colleges production for 2017, Evita, tells the story of a poor Argentinian girl, Maria Eva Duarte, who from the humblest of beginnings joins forces with political hopeful General Juan Peron and rises to be the country’s first lady.

ASB THEATRE MARLBOROUGH

Sat 5 & Sun 6 Talley’s 2017 Rarangi Golf Open Open to all golfers, this tournament welcomes some of the top amateur and professional talent from the Tasman area. Eighteen holes each day with the Sunday draw seeded. Tee off from 11am.

Entries are limited to the first 120 paid entries.

RARANGI GOLF CLUB

MARLBOROUGH 4 FUN,

Thurs 10 Tasman Makos vs Wellington Lions Fundraiser Awatere Rugby Club hosts the Tasman Makos vs Wellington Lions warm-up game as a fundraiser for earthquake repairs. Before the main event, enjoy watching Marlborough Maori vs Nelson Maori at 12:30pm.

SEDDON DOMAIN

Sat 12 Southern Jam Gala Concert Showcasing pieces from all participating schools and featuring the All-Stars Band as well as offering the opportunity to see the judges perform.

Starts 7.30pm.

ASB THEATRE MARLBOROUGH

WOODBOURNE TAVERN, RENWICK

Sat 19 Bella Musica The Marlborough Civic Orchestra presents Bella Musica: Melodies of the Mediterranean.

A celebration of classic Mediterranean melodies and Spanish dances to sweeping movie music (from The Godfather, Gladiator, and Cinema Paradiso), opera overtures (Verdi and Mozart), the best of Mancini and hits from the ever-popular and stirring Les Miserables. 7pm start.

ASB THEATRE, MARLBOROUGH

Sun 20 35th Woodbourne Half Marathon The Woodbourne half marathon, 5km and 10km is an annual fun run in Woodbourne near Blenheim, which encompasses some of the region’s vineyards and wineries.

The start and finish will be opposite the Woodbourne Gymnasium, with registration at the Woodbourne Golf Club between 7:30am and 9:45am.

RNZAF WOODBOURNE

Fri 25 Young Winemaker of the Year South Island Final Celebration Now in its third year, the competition is about finding the best winemaking talent in New Zealand under 30, as well as providing education and support for those in the industry. The South Island winner takes home cash and the title, then goes on to compete in Auckland for the ultimate prize of NZ Young Winemaker of the Year.

MARLBOROUGH VINTNERS HOTEL

Sun 27 Seddon School Tussock Run 2017 The Seddon School Tussock Run is a 5km, 10.5km & 15km walk/run raising money for Seddon School’s much-needed earthquake repairs, including a new entrance. Enjoy food stalls and a silent auction along with the fun run. 8am to 1pm.

SEDDON SCHOOL

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MY BIG IDEA

Richard Osmaston initially registered the Money Free Party to contest New Zealand’s 2014 General Election. Since then he has contested the Nelson Mayoralty twice, and is also running in next month’s general election.

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hat is your Big Idea?

A Money Free Society that offers a single solution to all of today’s serious problems. Removing money, currency, trade and barter from our society extinguishes the motivation, and the means, to cause large-scale harm. What’s at the root of every significant problem? Money. We are not really savage or psychopathic, just forced to behave like that in greater or lesser ways to survive; forced by an outdated system promoting greed, cunning and hoarding.

How does it work?

Easily! All work is voluntary. Everything is free and regulated only by genuine sustainability, true motivation and capacity. More and more people are recognising the overwhelming advantages of the Money-free, Resource-based Economy. When that reaches a critical mass we can begin its implementation. Every job and role in society will be entirely voluntary, just as rural firefighters and St John Ambulance staff are today. They are serious, professional and responsible, but voluntary.

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A MONEY-FREE SOCIETY

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Why? Because it’s important. It’s what society wants. Nothing else needs to be changed.

The other changes will come after transition. Only what we want. You may have good reason not to be ready to do your job as a volunteer yet. Could a machine do it in the future? Would you do it, part-time perhaps, if you were wealthy and ‘retired’, as your personal contribution to a caring, sustainable society that synergistically thrives on your well-being and prosperity? A society that utilises science, knowledge, wisdom and technology for the good of all life.

A society evolved beyond the base needs of mere survival.

What are the benefits?

In this future, precisely because everything is voluntary, society as a whole decides what gets done and what doesn’t.

Money plays no part. Only science, ethics, sustainability and ultimately love. What do people really want? We have created abundance with our modern tools. Plenty for all. The volunteer element, the human element, in today’s logistic supply chain that already supplies all our needs and wants, will ensure that it continues in the money-free future, but in an ethical and sustainable way.

What is the goal?

Humans are intrinsically motivated to explore, share, socialise, care and protect.

That is our nature. By removing the false, perverting and absurd restriction of monetary affordability and the corrupting effect of induced competition, our true nature, assisted by modern, sustainable technology will be free to blossom. Why accept anything less than utopia as our goal?

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PRESENTS THE

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Congratulations from Aronui Wines to the winners!

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Spoilt for choice B Y LY N D A PA P E S C H

Phillip Reay, Lynda Papesch, Chris Fortune & Michael McMeeken

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nce again our judges were spoilt for choice with a plethora of fine eating and drinking establishments across the Top of the South recommended by readers and the voting public. Every year more tempting options open up alongside the area’s tried and true eateries.

Thank you to our special judges, Chris Fortune from NMIT, WildTomato’s wine writer Phillip Reay, Nelson street-food kingpin Michael McMeeken and WildTomato editor Lynda Papesch.

Special thanks also to our sponsor Aronui Wines for continuing to support the DineOut Awards.

With vineyards in Nelson and a winery in Marlborough, Aronui Wines is the perfect sponsor for awards that encompass both regions.

or the past 35 plus years I have lived in the Top of the South, making the most of its food, wine and gourmet offerings.

During that time various restaurants, cafes, wine companies, primary and valued added producers have come and gone, but a constant remains in the quality and creativity of those who service the Top of the South’s avid foodies.

The dedication to serving up the best has led to special training courses being implemented, yet again upping the quality of the local services, and to attracting world-class chefs, winemakers and entrepreneurs.

The Top of the South is home to a huge range of small food producers, specialising in clean, green, sustainable products and by-products, including seafood, dairy foods, fruit and vegetables and a wide range of alcoholic and health beverages.

Marlborough’s wine industry led the way and continues to be regarded as the sauvignon blanc capital of New Zealand, while Nelson has made a name for the region with more aromatic varieties such as pinot noir, pinot gris, gewürztraminer and riesling to name a few.

Across the two provinces, there are dozens of wine producers, numerous notable wineries and thousands of hectares of vines. These all provide employment, put money into the local economies and are valued local industries.

The same goes for local food producers. From smoked salmon and mussels to health bars, ethnic foods and various staples such as eggs, milk and meat, producers are people we cannot do without. Thank goodness they have chosen to live in the Top of the South or foodies such as myself would have to go elsewhere for a fix.

We are truly spoilt for choice here, but as with many industries it is a “use it or lose it” scenario. We need to support our local cafes, restaurants, coffee shops, wineries etc. Think local, shop local and buy local. You’ll find it’s worth it in terms of taste, quality and satisfaction.

The businesses featured on the following pages have been judged the pick of the crop by WildTomato’s Aronui Wines 2017 Dine Out Awards panel, so why not check them out and see for yourself.

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BEST RESTAURANT

SUPREME WINNER 2017

MARLBOROUGH

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rbour owners Bradley Hornby and Liz Buttimore run their popular restaurant in a place where surrounding wine and food producers are constantly striving to improve their product, whilst working together to promote the ‘Marlborough’ brand.

“We think this quiet rural setting is home to some of the world’s best wine and food producers.

We see them constantly strive to improve their offering, whilst working together to promote the ‘Marlborough’ brand. It is something we are proud to be a part of,” says Liz. “Marlborough food is something very special.

We have products here that, when combined, create dishes that simply can’t be found anywhere else.

This gives our restaurant a truly regional flavour.

A unique regional identity is something to be embraced and celebrated. Thank you to our guests and peers, and most importantly to our talented wine and food producers who create the inspiration for our offerings.”

During the last two years the restaurant has gained a loyal group of guests and chef friends in Marlborough and across the country, “who join us on our culinary adventures and encourage us to create diverse and exciting events”.

“Congratulations to all our peers who made it through this year, and a big nod to the many people doing amazing things for Marlborough food who missed out.

“From the world-class wineries and producers, to the amazing people around us, Marlborough really is the most brilliant place to live.” Liz, Bradley, Astrid, Ajosh, Lou, Libby and Jack.

Highly commended Marlborough: Herzog’s & MIA

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Arbor Restaurant 36 Godfrey Road Fairhall, Marlborough 03 572 7989 arbour.co.nz

BEST RESTAURANT NELSON

Urban Eatery Restaurant and Bar 278 Hardy Street, Nelson 03 546 7861 kiaora@urbaneatery.co.nz

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rban Eatery Restaurant and Bar in Nelson regularly changes its menu depending on what’s happening at the moment, whether it’s an ingredient, band, chef or current event. Its goal is to make everyone feel like whanau (family), whether it’s their first or 40th time visiting.

Owner/chef Matt Bouterey has been cooking since he was in shorts and believes that serving up good juju in a restaurant isn’t just in the food and drink, but in the attitude and atmosphere, which makes Urban the perfect place to stop in and refuel. “We’ll be delivering the food we’re currently passionate about on each plate we serve, sourced from local suppliers. We hope you come with a curious spirit!” Urban doesn’t take reservations but groups may enquire, and because tables turn over so frequently there, no-one leaves unsatisfied. “Feel free to share a table with some locals, or visitors for that matter. Eating is a sharing experience!”

Highly commended: Hopgoods, Precinct, Cod & Lobster

BEST CAFÉ NELSON

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ood is medicine, according to The Kitchen founders Grant and Sherilyn Maxwell, quoting Hippocrates, considered the father of medicine and the greatest physician of all time. He famously said ‘Let Food be your Medicine and Medicine be your Food’, a philosophy The Kitchen has wholeheartedly embraced. “We strive to offer you great choices around food and provide you with education and resources to encourage a healthy personal and family lifestyle that is nutritious, enjoyable and most of all, achievable,” says Grant. “We wanted to do something different – something that’s more than just a cafe serving great food and coffee

The Kitchen 111 Bridge St Nelson 021 195 8246 ktchn.co.nz

(although we do that too!)” The Kitchen’s philosophy is to keep it simple to inspire customers to think differently about the fuel they put in their bodies by removing all the jargon and confusion of healthy eating. Whether you’re just starting to make small positive changes or if you’ve made the choice to eat vegetarian, vegan, paleo or gluten/dairy/sugar free, you will find a great range of options at The Kitchen where healthy and tasty choices are combined.

Highly commended: Broccoli Row & DeVilles

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BEST BAR

The Free House

NELSON

95 Collingwood St 03 548 9391 thefreehouse.co.nz

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ith 11 beers on tap and a fine selection of wines, ciders and food, The Free House was an easy choice for judges this year. Untied to any brewery, owners Mic and Eelco describe it as a portal for the multitude of craft beers being created all over New Zealand. All its beers are cask or keg dispensed and since opening, over 1000 different beers have been served through the three beer engines and 11 bright taps. The beer menu is ever changing, offering the opportunity to try new beers, and beer styles, whilst also providing the familiarity of a few favourites. About 99.9% of the beers served are New Zealand brewed.

Highly commended: Harrys, Liquid, Rhythm & Brown

BEST CAFÉ MARLBOROUGH

BEST BAR MARLBOROUGH

Cork & Keg 33 Inkerman St Renwick Marlborough 03 572 9328 corkandkeg.co.nz

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verything you want in an old English pub ... and then some! From hearty drinks to tasty eats, fun events and comfortable accommodation, the Cork & Keg offers it all. Owners/hosts Larry and Wanda Smith have been in the hospitality industry since 1991. Their boutique tavern is a favourite watering hole for local winemakers, brewers, visitors and locals. Soft background music helps patrons unwind in a friendly and cosy environment. The garden bar provides a stunning spot among white roses to sip some of the locally produced wines and enjoy a gorgeous meal, and it’s also a great venue for a birthday party, wedding or any other function.

BV Gourmet Blenheim 2A Park Terrace Blenheim 03 929 3367

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nother accolade for popular Blenheim foodie heaven BV Gourmet. Located just off SH1 on Park Terrace, it’s all about food and people. Popular with local foodies, it is more than just a cafe; it’s also an artisan grocery store and delicatessen, stocking some of the best ingredients to be found locally and internationally. Operating for five years, the cafe offers a counter-food menu, with all food produced on-site daily by its talented team, using seasonal ingredients. Service is friendly and efficient, and ‘Sublime’ coffee the local roast. At peak times seats can be hard to get but there is plenty on the shelves to feast your eyes on while you wait. Dine in or take away.

Highly commended: Watery Mouth, Vines Village Café

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Highly commended: Scotch, Grovetown Hotel

BEST BEER VENUE

Craft Brewing Depot

BEST WINE VENUE

2017

70 Achilles Ave Nelson 7010 03 548 2126 craftbeerdepot.nz

Rimu Wine Bar Shed 4 Mapua Wharf Mapua 03 540 2580 rimugrove.co.nz

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funky boutique beer garden and store nestled in Nelson’s CBD, the Craft Beer Depot is a drawcard for craft-beer aficionados. A group of friends came up with the idea to create a one-stop shop that is all about beer, and so the Craft Beer Depot was born, in April 2016. “We like to think of our model as a discovery centre, like for wine but for craft beer,” says managing director Brandon Turnage. “The concept is to provide an environment which is welcoming and inclusive. Where you can ask any question you want, and the helpful team will help you – not sneer at you.”

Highly commended: Bel Aire Tavern, Eddyline, Sprig & Fern outlets

BEST COCKTAILS

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rom small beginnings, Rimu Wine Bar has expanded into one of the region’s most highly patronised wine bars. Located inside Mapua’s 18-month-old Shed 4 waterfront complex, Rimu Wine Bar offers over 40 different wines (plus a selection of craft beers) from local wine producers. Winemaker/ owner Patrick Stowe says the idea was that people could come into the wine bar and try wine from pretty much every vineyard in the region. “I asked the vineyards to supply a flagship wine or something a bit different,” he said. These days it offers wines by the glass, the bottle and tasting trays, in addition to yummy pizzas.

Highly commended: MIA, Neudorf Cellar Door

Cod & Lobster Brasserie 300 Trafalgar St Nelson 03 546 4300 codandlobster.com

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he very essence of Cod & Lobster Brasserie is to provide an exceptional experience for their guests – something Nick & Kymberly Widley take very seriously. When planning the Cocktail bar, Nick had a clear vision of how it would look, the style of drinks and staff. Enter Pete Coates to form a dynamic award-winning duo, followed recently by gin historian and mixologist Amberlea Webster. The Cod & Lobster Cocktail bar boasts more than 140 gins and a champagne and wine list to please the most discerning connoisseur. Every cocktail is created with care and passion in an ongoing pursuit of excellence.

Highly commended: Harrys, Scotch

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The Boathouse

326 Wakefield Quay Nelson 03 548 7646 theboathousenelson.co.nz

BEST MUSIC VENUE

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he Boathouse is an attractive wooden heritage building built over the sea on the picturesque Nelson Haven. Owned and run by The Boathouse Society, it operates as a cafe, event and performance space.

Friday night is particularly popular as a live music night with a steady stream of entertainers of all genres taking the stage. From backstreet blues to swamp pop, reggae and jazz, The Boathouse delivers the music in a setting that is second to none.

BEST COFFEE VENUE

The Baker’s Coffee Shop

Highly commended: East Street Café, The Play House, the Mussel Inn

105 Collingwood St Nelson 03 545 9136 thebakerscoffeeshop.com

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stylish French-style cafe selling an impressive range of freshly baked treats, tasty coffees and a range of smoothies and juices, The Baker’s Coffee Shop has built up a strong following in a short time. It’s not the biggest venue and is slightly out of the main centre, but well worth a visit with European pastries and equally impressive coffee, says Trip Advisor. A great place to enjoy a relaxed breakfast or lunch, the coffee is excellent, the staff is friendly and the almond croissants delicious. Also on offer are other tempting breakfast, brunch and lunch treats, smoothies and of course fabulous coffee.

Highly commended: Alton Street Cycles, Sublime, Pomeroys

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elson is home to the iconic bright yellow Viva La Vaca food truck, specialising in Argentinian food.

Complete with a wood burner and espresso machine, Viva La Vaca is the brainchild of owners/creators Matias Cacciavillani and Chelsea Hall. A trained chef, Cacciavillani serves up food reminiscent of his Argentinian origins, combining the likes of homemade chorizo with Steak Argentino and a spicy Chimichurri salsa. “The style of food is very different to what Nelson has seen,” he says. “It’s a little slice of Argentinean slow-cooked goodness with a kiwi twist in Nelson ... come and experience love at first bite!”

Highly commended: Fat Tui, El Calipso, Indo Churro

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BEST STREET FOOD

Congratulations to all the winners of the Aronui Wines Dine Out Awards!

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Simply enter "DINEOUT" in the discount field when checking out.

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MAKOS ‘MR FIX-IT’ FINDS A HOME T O N Y L E W I S P H O T O S B Y A N A G A L L O WAY MAKOS SHOTS BY SHUTTERSPORT

CEO Tony Lewis has strengthened bonds and built strong foundations for the future of NelsonMarlborough rugby – plus put down roots himself. WildTomato’s Geoff Moffett reports.

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asman Rugby Union Chief Executive Tony Lewis is not one to gaze into a crystal ball to predict the Makos’ Mitre 10 Cup prospects this season. Avoiding relegation is his one objective – and you’d bet against that happening, given the Makos’ outstanding record.

“For the first three, four weeks, let’s just clock up the victories. After that it’ll all take care of itself,” he says. Makos fans should be excited at the draw,

with home games in Nelson playing Canterbury and Auckland, and in Blenheim, hosting Wellington.

Since Tony’s appointment, just before Tasman beat Hawke’s Bay to win promotion to the top division of New Zealand provincial rugby, the Makos have contested two Premiership finals and one semi-final – a mighty achievement even if the silverware has just eluded them.

Tony Lewis is rightly proud of the success of one of the country’s smallest unions,

and its newest, and he has won credit for the rise and rise of a merger that was in danger of imploding due to the antipathy between partners Marlborough and Nelson Bays.

The 51-year-old arrived in October 2013 with a reputation for taking on ‘start-up or fix-it’ projects. His predecessor Andrew Flexman had spearheaded work to smooth the red vs blue elements, but Tony made it his business to get the Marlborough antagonists to buy into the idea of a Tasman union, and to pay them respect for their proud rugby traditions.

Establishing a Blenheim office for the Tasman Rugby Union, building a community rugby development programme with a significant Blenheim presence, and appointing Leon MacDonald, one of Marlborough’s favourite sons, as head coach have helped to give the doubters more sense of Tasman ownership. Other subtle touches helped, such as Tasman teams playing in Red Devils jerseys to celebrate 30 years since Marlborough’s Ranfurly Shield win.

As a flying winger for Otago in the 1980s, Tony had played the Red Devils a few times and got to know some of their leaders. That association helped, he says, when it came to talking to Marlborough stalwarts about getting behind the Tasman concept.

Tony admits to a fascination with successful political leaders and avidly reads about them. He’s shown good political skills himself in his short tenure.

That ability to bring people alongside has bonded the Nelson-Marlborough partners, not to mention a third straight year of financial surplus in a union once close to financial ruin and being sent back to Heartland rugby status.

“Surpluses enable us to put more money back to community rugby and to employ more staff at market-rate salaries and pay the Makos players wages comparable with other teams,” he says.

As far as the union partnership is concerned, Tony doesn’t see any issues.

“The staff go back and forward and work on both sides of the hill. You’ve just got to respect that everyone’s different, whether you’re in Golden Bay, Murchison, Nelson or Blenheim.

“As long as we have the same goal then I don’t think there’s a problem.”

However, Tony is keen to find more Marlborough sponsors, particularly a naming sponsor.

You might say that the Otago-born and raised man with rugby in his blood

was made to be the Makos’ boss. He missed out to Andrew Flexman for the job five years ago and had just been appointed to a South Canterbury cricket and rugby position when Andrew left to join the Chiefs. Tony was the obvious choice second time around and he and wife Stephanie have settled in quickly.

Tony arrived with a long CV of sports administration jobs, many of them, he says, in start-up or fix-it roles.

He loves the chance to start something afresh, or taking on the challenge of an organisation in strife or in the doldrums.

As well as Tony’s success in making the Makos marriage a generally happy one is his dedication to building a closer rugby community. It was part of his job brief from the Tasman board and Tony has lived and breathed the ethos. Tasman staffing assigned to community rugby has leapt from three in 2013 to nine now, plus three part-time people. The budget for community rugby – embracing schools, clubs, coach and referee development and more – has roughly tripled to $775,000.

“I believe if you get your base right, the top will look after itself,” says Tony. “If we don’t get numbers playing the game

“You’ve just got to respect that everyone’s different.”

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and people aspiring to be rugby players then we have a problem.” It’s no simple challenge, he says, and “you have to be nimble on your feet”, such as thinking about Friday evening games of age-group rugby followed by a family BBQ, rather than the traditional Saturday morning footy. Fostering women’s rugby is another objective and, for the first time in many years, the Makos have a team in this year’s national provincial championship, the Farah Palmer Cup. Tony counts his blessings as chief executive of a New Zealand rugby union.

“I’m fortunate to be paid to work in an industry that gives me a smile every day.

It’s given me a rugby career, enabled me to work around the world, and the ability to coach.”

He describes himself as ‘an average

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“I’m fortunate to be paid to work in an industry that gives me a smile every day.”

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rugby player who tried bloody hard’ (representing NZ Schools, Colts, Juniors, NZ Sevens, NZ Universities, the South Island in 1984 as well as 40+ games for Otago). A bad left-knee injury suffered at age 24 has plagued him. He’s now coming up for a fifth operation on it.

After obtaining his Sports Science degree from Otago University he went to Perth, landing a phys-ed teaching job (and 1st XV coaching) in a private school.

When he returned to NZ in 1996 he taught at St Peter’s College, Auckland, as director of sport and head of PE, and then a startup position at Christ’s College as director of sport – becoming the last 1st XV coach to beat Christchurch Boys’ High.

“What I enjoyed most at the schools was teaching the kids. What I hated most was working with teachers. Education enabled me to travel the world and have a brilliant life but I was always itching to get out of it.”

The opportunity arose with Cricket Australia – a start-up role as welfare programme manager with New South Wales (a concept since adopted nationally). Tony rubbed shoulders with the likes of then-captain Steve Waugh and players such as brothers Mike and Glenn McGrath and Michael Bevan.

“I had to make a mark quickly. I believe that in all start-up jobs you must make an impression. Looking back, we had no-one with university degrees and when I left I think we had 18, including fast-bowler Stuart Clark, now a qualified lawyer. That’s the sort of thing I enjoy.”

Tony moved on once the job was done, becoming general manager with the Randwick rugby club, which was ‘drifting along’. “That was when I realised that no matter how good a job you do, you have

to have the political influence. The Simon Poidevins of the world have to come with you. If Simon Poidevin doesn’t agree with you, it ain’t going to happen.”

Tony says he’s proud of the Tasman staff and praises the Tasman board led by chairman Ken Beams. He says Leon MacDonald is the best young head coach in the country, “a strategic thinker in a business sense who can make the hard calls and thinks outside the square.”

Tony lists travel as his other big passion. He’s traversed the world with a backpack – more than 100 countries, including China in 1986, and overland from Cairo to Johannesburg. Sport and rugby jobs have included 12 years in Australia and 10 in Britain. But Nelson and the Makos region have hit the spot

for Tony, Stephanie and their daughter, who’s about to start school. He does, however, miss his three sons, who are in Sydney.

So, what of his future? Is an exciting new start-up or fix-it project on the horizon? Tony says he was offered a ‘dream job’ outside Nelson not long ago, “but I love this place and working here. Instead of starting up, fixing it and passing it on, I want to stay here.

It’s probably the first time I’ve made a decision more for me and the family than the excitement of a new role. But there’s unfinished work here and we love it.

“Maybe it’s the evolving of Tony Lewis the businessman that I don’t have to go from project to project. I see myself here long-term and in Nelson long-term.”

Strong 2017 squad Tasman’s squad for 2017 has a record 21 players in Super Rugby squads this year, although not all on full-time contract.

Tony Lewis was happy to point out to Crusaders staff when they crushed the Bulls 62-24 in South Africa that Makos players (Peter Samu, David Havili, Andrew Makalio, Quinten Strange, Mitch Hunt, Jordan Taufua) made up a quarter of the team, with five of those ex-Nelson College. “It means we’re doing some good stuff.”He says Leon Macdonald’s influence is clear the way the Crusaders “are playing a Makos brand of rugby, throwing the ball around”.

The Makos are led by head coach Leon and assistants Andrew Goodman (skill development), Greg Somerville (set-piece) and Leo Crowley (defence).

The squad will comprise 30-33 players, with 28 already contracted. Tony Lewis says there are opportunities at first five-eighth and midfield/wing. He says it was important to lock up players for 2018 as well, and about 16 have signed so far.

The glaring absences are former flatmates Marty Banks (off to Italy) and Kieron Fonotia (to Wales). Crusaders loose forward Jordan Taufua is a big gain, returning to Nelson after a five-year absence. Tasman has also signed promising Canterbury fullback and law student Will Jordan, who was in the NZ Under-20s squad, along with another exciting Tasman back, Tima Faingaanuku.

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hen engaging a health and safety partner, it’s important you get a professional that’s right for the job. Intesafety is an exciting joint venture between SafeWay NZ and Intepeople, established to support the workplace health and safety needs of businesses large and small.

Aaron Neighbours 027 215 0765 | intesafety.co.nz

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he team at Nelson Beds are proud to sponsor the Tasman Makos. Our aim is to make sure that you receive the bed that is right for you. Come in and talk to us about giving you ... ‘a sleep you won't remember at a price you won't forget’.

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e are a locally owned and operated company that specialises in steam cleaning. Anything can be steam cleaned: hard floors and carpet, walls and ceilings in all areas of a house or commercial sites.

As well as commercial cleaning, we do oneoff cleans and can provide housekeeping.

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ealord’s been part of the Nelson community since 1961, employing over 1000 people. We’re proud to be a part of this community and we’re proud to support the Makos and the Tasman Māori team, who take their name from the tenacious Mako shark that ply our waters. From the whole team at Sealord we wish you a very successful season. Go the Makos!

ocally owned and operated, Trafalgar Painting specialises in asbestos testing and removal. We also offer tried and trusted painting services to the marine, industrial and commercial sectors, including food grade factory maintenance, concrete grinding, line marking, confined-space testing and entry, floor coating and factory maintenance painting.

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reate a masterpiece with The Marketing Studio. Consultation, planning and implementation, we tick all the boxes when it comes to your marketing needs.

Paint your future your way; websites, social media, E-news and more. Come and see us on 42 Halifax Street.

03 546 8269 | themarketingstudio.co.nz

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LC has been insuring heavy machinery in the Nelson region since 1998. If there’s a claim, we work closely with specialist heavy machinery assessor and Tasman Rugby personality Brett Thornalley of BT Assessing.

As a new franchise sponsor, we are proud to support the U18 Future Makos and wish them well at the upcoming nationals.

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e at Speight’s think the Tasman Makos epitomise everything that our brand represents in a Southern Man. We are looking forward to another season and some more magical rugby from the Mako Men! Cheers ... ‘Good on ya mate!’

0800 TLC INS (852 467) | tlcinsurance.co.nz

Paul Andrews 027 435 0694 | paul.andrews@lionco.com

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omputer NetworX Ltd (CNX) is an independent information technology (IT) solutions provider, offering a full range of premium technology products and services to businesses in the Nelson Tasman region and nationally. Locally owned and operated, we specialise in consulting, design, implementation and support of IT systems and networks for organisations of all sizes and deliver best practice, purpose-fit technology solutions.

03 545 6600 | cnx.co.nz

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roud supporters of the Tasman Makos.

Try our new look Talley’s Ice Cream available at your local supermarket.

Winner of 17 New Zealand Ice cream awards, including the overall supreme award for large manufacturer!

03 548 0109 | talleys.co.nz

orldTravellers Motueka are again proud sponsors of the Tasman Makos and we are looking forward to a very successful season. We have been delighted to assist by flying in prospective players over the past 5 seasons to help mould an impressive team.

WorldTravellers Motukea 100% locally owned.

0800 804 737 | 135 High Street, Motueka motueka@worldtravellers.co.nz

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elson Building Society are very proud to be on board as Tasman Rugby Union’s major sponsor for another exciting Tasman Makos season. As a building society, we’re owned by, and committed to, the people who bank with us. It is a priority for NBS to support the community we live in.

0800 101 7001 | nbs.co.nz

A huge thanks to our loyal sponsors!

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hane Drummond has been a hugely passionate supporter since day one as well as a board member and president of Tasman Rugby. The Car Company has been a key sponsor of the Tasman Makos since 2006 and, as principal vehicle provider, is the driving force behind the team. We wish the Makos well for the 2017 season!

0274 432 216 | carcompanynelson.co.nz

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he Team at WK are proud long-time supporters of Marlborough Rugby, always backing our players, of all ages, to reach their potential. You can help support the Tasman Makos too - by cheering your heart out from the sidelines this season!

WK: Business Advisors dedicated to the success of our clients and community.

03 578 0180 | wk.co.nz

We’re proud to have the Makos wearing our name All the best for the 2017 season!

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dge Physio Marlborough are proud to continue our support and sponsorship of the mighty Tasman Makos. We wish them all the best for a successful and injury-free 2017 season. For all your local injury needs, be it big or small, call in and see our friendly Edge Physio team and we will help you get back on track.

11 Francis St, Blenheim | 03 578 8310 edgephysio.co.nz

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rant Hunt Building Consultants Ltd are proud sponsors of the Tasman Makos.We have a solid reputation, and over 20 years of experience dealing with residential, commercial and civil projects, covering all aspects of building surveying, quantity surveying, expert witness & disputes resolution, and leaky building & home assessments.

Nelson Pine Industries Ltd

Principal sponsor of the Tasman Makos Producer of GoldenEdge MDF and NelsonPine LVL

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usto Design is a friendly award-winning design agency, offering high-quality creative marketing for print & digital media including: strategy, corporate & brand identity, graphic design, communications, photography, illustration, packaging, writing and much more. Contact creative director Jason Petterson.

021 640 800 | gustodesign.com Preferred Agency for the Tasman Makos since 2010.

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t Nelmac, taking care of our environment is what we do, so supporting our region's sports teams is just in our nature. Nelmac is a strong supporter of local rugby, encouraging players of all ages and abilities. We wish the Makos all the best for the upcoming season.

0800 635 622 | service@nelmac.co.nz

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ig-time fans, long-time sponsors, this year Summit Real Estate has upped the ante and joined the feeding frenzy as 2017 1ST XV sponsors of the Tasman Makos. This means we’re giving more back to our local team this Mitre 10 Cup, and we are so excited for the season ahead. From the Top of the South team that brings you the best real estate results, for a fair fee - go you Makos! #FINSUP

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vent Audio are proud sponsors of the Tasman Makos 2017 season. We provide a hire service and technical support for professional sound systems, audio visual equipment and modern LED lighting fixtures in the Top of the South. Please contact us for a free quote.

027 4733 159 | event-audio.co.nz

irected by Gaire and Nanette Thompson, based in Nelson, this family-owned business has a dedicated team focused on delivering the best service to our diverse range of tenants. Passionate about our local community we wish the men’s and women’s Makos teams a successful season.

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Defending the guilty P HO T O I S H NA JAC OB S

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ow can you defend someone you believe is guilty? Tony Bamford of Bamford Law is often asked the question. Maybe this is the reason why defence lawyers are sometimes vilified – identified as no better than their clients.

For example, the lawyer representing Anders Breivik, the mass murderer in Norway, was forced to take himself and his family into hiding, fearing for their safety.

But Tony says the burden of representing a client you believe to be innocent can be greater. “Belief of involvement or guilt is irrelevant – I’m not their judge, I am their advocate,” he stresses. “I have a duty to advise them on the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution case against them and their defence. Sometimes clients don’t like what they hear.”

“Belief of involvement or guilt is irrelevant – I’m not their judge, I am their advocate.”

Tony Bamford of Bamford Law

“Everyone is presumed innocent until the prosecution proves they are guilty beyond reasonable doubt, so their legal right, and my professional duty, is to put the prosecution to that proof. The high standard is there to minimise the risk that innocent people are convicted.”

Guilt or innocence can be complicated, Tony comments. For instance, violence charges range from common assault to wounding with intent to cause grievous harm. “So maybe the defendant is contesting a very serious charge on the basis that, while accepting he or she assaulted a victim, they didn’t intend grievous harm. Someone charged with murder may accept that they caused death and would plead guilty to manslaughter, but deny that they intended to kill and therefore defend the more serious charge.”

Defence lawyers need a passion for the job, energy, stamina in often

challenging circumstances and the ability to relate to people, he says.

“I’ve done hundreds of jury trials over many years. There are numerous and changing dynamics present in a trial and it’s important to stay focused on key issues and remain calm in the face of all the moving parts of an unfolding case.

There are often unpredictable witnesses giving evidence that neither defence nor prosecution expected, so being flexible and alert is essential.”

Lawyers should also know the client and his or her case well. “It often helps if a jury gets some positive sense of the person charged to enable them to look past the events, which can range from distasteful to horrific. As Anders Breivik’s lawyer said: ‘Our strength is to treat the terrorist as a person whose rights and

dignities must be respected’. Tony is constantly surprised by personal qualities of many clients whom society demonises.

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Pinnacle Programme is a youth development scheme created and sponsored by Hyundai NZ that handpicks aspiring young Kiwis and gives them the support to achieve their dreams.

Maike van der Heide finds out more.

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race Wiegand is an artist who wants to help change the world. At just 17, the Nelson College for Girls head student and academic leader’s extensive list of achievements defies her young age, but her plans for the future are even bigger – and she’s already putting in the hard yards to make it happen.

So it’s perhaps not surprising that when Grace applied to the Pinnacle Programme, her online application stood out.

“Grace is one of the students where her application was unique and eye-catching,” says programme manager Bernice Mene.

Grace is in Stage One of Pinnacle’s three tiers, while fellow Nelsonian and artist Alice Reade is in Stage Two. Being accepted into the programme is an achievement in itself. Former netball star Bernice works her way through 200 to 300 applications three times a year, and presents a shortlist of about 20 to her selection panel to whittle down to six or seven, totalling around 20 inductees a year. That number is reduced to half for Stage Two, and then halved again.

“The overriding attribute is a perseverance and attitude about how open they are to soaking up the extra support and skills [that Pinnacle offers], but also they have an X factor in terms of attitude and not being told to lie down; that they can’t do things,” says Bernice.

Pinnacle was originally designed for aspiring sportspeople but has since expanded to include a multitude of other skills and disciplines. It doesn’t aim to hand out opportunities on a silver platter. “We’re trying to encourage the students to engage and for them to drive it.”

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New Zealand for 10 days, and offers high-performance workshops specific to the participant.

Those who reach Stage Two are sent on a 21-day Outward Bound course, and in Stage Three they spend six months to a year working with a mentor specific to their area of interest or talent.

Bernice says that throughout the process participants learn skills such as goal-setting, and Pinnacle supports and nurtures them through the transition period of high school to tertiary study, which is “of great value”.

“Then part of Stage Three is for them to look at their whakapapa, their genealogy, what’s unique about them and New Zealand. At some stage they will be overseas and etching out careers, so first of all they need to know where they come from.”

Parents are also involved in the programme, right from induction at Hyundai’s Auckland base.

Bernice says this is crucial to instilling trust in the programme, and because not only can parents “make or break” opportunities for their talented children, for many it’s a chance to see their child in a different light.

Because applications are online, parents sometimes don’t even know their child has applied and been chosen, she says.

“Bernice told me everyone is watching out for you. It’s really good just knowing you’ve got that support.”

– GRACE WIEGAND.

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FUNDING HASSLES AVOIDED Pinnacle Programme is supported by Hyundai nationwide.

Bernice says the great benefit of this is that, unlike many other non-profit schemes, Pinnacle doesn’t need to continually search for funding.

In Nelson the local franchise is owned and operated by the Bowater family. CEO Chris Bowater and wife Yvonne are right behind the programme.

Yvonne first heard about Pinnacle at a Hyundai event in Auckland and saw getting involved on a local level as “a given”.

“At Bowater Hyundai, we try to support the Nelson community wherever possible. We’re not the forerunners ‘showing the light’. We’re just a family business that’s been in Nelson for 70 years that wants to support our community.”

Yvonne is a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm. She delved into her long list of other community networks, commitments and groups to round up support for Grace.

She also profiled Grace in Bowater Hyundai’s newsletter and at a Melrose House event.

Grace, in turn, offered a commissioned drawing via her Givealittle page. “At such a young age having the initiative to offer something back as an acknowledgement of support is greatly appreciated and impressive,” says Yvonne.

“Having heard Bernice describing previous Pinnacle recipients, I am sure some of these children will be future leaders.

Being involved with a programme that supports them, gives them a foundation, helps to give them the confidence to believe in themselves – it’s pretty awesome. I wish every child could have the opportunity to experience this.”

SEEKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Grace initially applied to Pinnacle seeking extension for her art development, beyond what was offered at school.

What she found was the opportunity to clarify and seek answers to life’s “scary decisions”, not only about where she wants her art to go, but her future as a whole.

In her online Pinnacle profile, Grace states that her ultimate aim is to help change the world, whether through her art or science.

“I feel clearer about who I am and what I want to do, whereas most of my friends are just getting that now. It’s a real advantage

and has helped me grow quite a lot.”

Her trip on the Spirit of Adventure was completely different from anything she’d done before, and proved to be “a really good time”.

“The first week back at school from the Spirit, I was so much more open and a lot more confident – I would talk to anyone about anything. Before that I kept to myself more, and now I’m comfortable speaking to everyone.”

Grace’s list of achievements in her short 17 years is varied and impressive. She has excelled academically, been awarded for her art (which she has exhibited and sold), and attended educational programmes around the country, with topics ranging from deep-sea drilling to philosophy.

Her personal interests range from dance, music and theatre to metaphysical philosophy, literature and physics.

Grace was also accepted into the Nelson Youth Council but had to decline because, well, she can’t do everything.

“People say the busier you are, the more you get done. I get enough done without feeling too stressed because I just prioritise things, and what needs to be done will be done.”

In term of Grace’s art, Pinnacle has supported her by pairing her with Nelson artist Sally Barron.

“What she’s doing is preparing me for tertiary study in art, what the requirements for this are, and extending my art history knowledge,” explains Grace.

Normally, Pinnacle offers mentoring in Stage Three, but Bernice says Grace asked for support around her art, which is what she entered the programme for.

“Part of the uniqueness is that we tailor to our students, and everyone’s pathway is different.”

Grace says the knowledge that Pinnacle is behind her every step of the way gives her a feeling of support, and she intends to build up her skills further to apply for Stage Two.

“Bernice told me everyone is watching out for you. It’s really good just knowing you’ve got that support.”

Grace has already visited tertiary campuses in New Zealand and Australia to explore fine arts study. Pinnacle expects participants to drive their own way forward, which Grace says has been beneficial. “Before this I feel like my parents pushed me more than I pushed myself, and now it’s the other way around.”

EXPANDING HORIZONS Outward Bound taught Alice Reade what she can get out of each day and what’s possible.

“It was incredible … you learn so much about yourself, and it’s a lot of fun as well.”

Alice is in her second year of an architecture degree at Victoria University. She intends to follow this up with a Masters degree and pursue her interest in sustainability – “creating houses that we can continue to create without killing the planet” – and the relationship between art and architecture.

She applied for Pinnacle at the beginning of Year 13 and says the programme has opened many doors for her, including giving her the confidence to ask for opportunities.

“They say you get out of the programme what you put into the programme, so the more you go and ask them, the more you get.”

One of those doors of opportunity led to a workshop with celebrated New Zealand artists Michael Tuffery and Flox, which was a huge boon for Alice, who has exhibited her own work at the Cool Store Gallery in Mapua.

“They’re both artists I’ve looked up to and studied at school, so to meet them and work with them was kind of surreal.”

Now she fits in her art – which includes a list of commissions – whenever she can during her studies and says the last two years have encouraged her to be more experimental in her style.

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Clockwise from top: Pinnacle Programme coordinator Bernice Mene and ‘Sam the Weatherman’ with programme students; Alice Reade with some of her art work; Bernice Mene at a Pinnacle Programme function

Mostly, Pinnacle’s input has “cemented” the path she’s on.

“I think it’s made me more ambitious and more confident in what I apply myself to. I was unsure and tentative because if I didn’t succeed, I pretended it never happened, but now if I go in full-force, things will work out – and if they don’t, then you find a way to make it happen, not be ashamed.”

MENE TO VISIT SOON Bernice Mene plans to be in Nelson soon to talk about the Pinnacle Programme, and Yvonne Bowater is on the case to ensure that as many people, in as many networks as possible, will hear her.

“When Bernice comes down, I don’t want her to come for just one talk. I want her to be involved with as many different parts of our community as we can manage in her time here. True to her word, Yvonne has been creating a schedule that brings a host of organisations together for the benefit of everyone.

She also hopes to put on a fundraising event for Grace towards a trip she has made to Rhode Island’s School of Design, with the help of NMIT. Bowater Hyundai will co-ordinate a workshop in the showroom as well, if all goes to plan.

For Alice, attending Pinnacle’s information event at Bowater Hyundai set her on her journey with the programme, and she wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.

“Go for it. If you’re passionate about what you do, they help a lot in opening doors that would be a lot more difficult to do for yourself.”

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“I wish every child could have the opportunity to experience this.”

– Y VO N N E B OWAT E R .

Because at Bowater Hyundai, it’s all about our community...

bowater hyunDai & iSuZu Standing strong in the corner VICTORY BOXING, Nelson is doing some wonderful work in the community. Bowater Hyundai & Isuzu are proud to be standing strongly in their corner and helping them get out and about.

Paul Hampton turned from running a classroom to running a boxing gym and has poured his energy into a project that he always knew would have the potential to change lives.

Several years on, the Victory Boxing gym is going from strength to strength and class sizes are swelling.

“At first it might seem that Victory Boxing is only about boxing, but it’s not really. It’s all about the kids – giving youth a safe and positive place to hang out, a place to get fit and develop healthy lifestyle habits, values and attitudes, and a place to be the best they can be. We believe in the kids and that helps them believe in themselves. Boxing is the hook that gets them in the door, but our programme is way more than that.”

Paul was recognized for his contribution to youth in Nelson with two significant awards in 2015: Nelsonian of the Year – for service

to the community and sports; and the Youth Workers Award – for inspiration to youth and contribution to the youth sector. He was recognised at the Community Awards again this year, and he was recently invited to Parliament to the 2017 Social Enterprise Summit where organisations share what they are doing in the community to make it better; and is regularly invited as a guest speaker at various events. He’s a busy man.

“It’s a team effort and a major part of Victory Boxing’s success is due to its very capable volunteers, who are passionate about sports and the welfare and futures of our young people; they’re the backbone.”

“The gym relies heavily on the support of charitable funders, corporate and community supporters to fund our operating budget. Our fundraising event Fight4Victory is run every 18 months and this is our major fundraiser; this event assists in helping us to keep the cost of the programme accessible for the youth participants,” says Paul.

Chris Bowater CEO of Bowater

Paul Hampton and Chris Bowater out front of Victory Boxing.

Hyundai and Isuzu, stepped into the ring with the then Mayor of Nelson, Aldo Miccio in the inaugural Fight4Victory back in 2013 and has been a passionate supporter ever since.

“It’s locals like Chris who support us that makes it easier for us to deliver and we really appreciate his support.”

And then there’s the show Victory Boxing brought to town recently; “Shot Bro” is a show tackling depression head on, in a bid to “break down the barriers” of mental illness.

“There isn’t a day that goes by when I don’t get into a discussion with someone at the gym who’s in a rut, and sometimes after a workout when they have the blood pumping,

Soar & succeed BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS (BBBS) is an organisation making a “big” difference in children and young people’s lives, creating lasting bonds and providing access to opportunities that every child should have, through mentoring.

BBBS has a very necessary mission: to help children and youth realise their potential, build their futures, and strengthen communities. They believe that every child deserves to “soar and succeed”.

Bowater Hyundai is a cornerstone sponsor and supports Big Brothers Big Sisters because they believe in the values of mentoring and contributing to the community.

There has been no looking back since the first match was made in 1998, says programme director Chelsea Routhan, BBBS Nelson.

“Nelson has a strong reputation for volunteering and this is very much

Chelsea Routhan, Rachel Saunders and Chris Bowater.

evident in the 180 young people each currently matched with a mentor. Collectively BBBS Nelson mentors last year volunteered 12,850 hours; that’s a massive contribution to the community.”

Research backs up the outcomes

from BBBS – mentoring changes the trajectory of young lives, with mentored kids more likely to do better at school and avoid risky behaviours.

“The relationships formed through BBBS are intended to help inspire

people often open up about how they are feeling,” he says.

“That’s the thing about mental health – it doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re at in life, depression can affect anyone.”

To show how diverse Victory Boxing has become since it started, the gym has also started a programme training people with Parkinson’s disease, with growing numbers attending these classes as well.

Whatever the gym’s future, it is clear that Paul Hampton lives his gym’s four-word mantra. It is set out on a poster on the wall so all the kids can see it whenever they pass through the doors: “Responsibility, Respect, Caring and Determination.”

the children involved and make them see they have choices.

The positive outcomes cause a ripple effect through the whole community.

“As a community-funded organisation that exists through the generosity, support and partnership of like-minded people, we are very grateful for the support of Bowater Hyundai for providing us a vehicle to get around the region. This has been especially invaluable as we are growing in the Motueka region where we have 20 young people matched with a mentor. It is with this type of support we can start to match more children in the Nelson-Tasman region.”

“Imagine if every child was able to fulfil their potential. Big Brothers Big Sisters reaches the young people who need extra support from a caring adult.”

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itting snugly on an elevated section in Richmond, with sweeping views of the Richmond Hills, Mt Arthur and Rabbit Island, this concrete, black cedar and plaster home is minimalist, yet warm and homely.

It’s the fourth house Barry and Cindy Milne have built and was a collaboration between them, their architect and Russell from Bruce Design & Build, but mostly drawn from concepts and ideas from their previous houses.

“We were very clear about what we wanted – I am a detail person and having built and lived in all our previous houses, we knew exactly what we wanted,” says Cindy. “We were just lucky that in Russell [Bruce] we found someone who could put it all together.”

And while Cindy enjoyed the building process so much she would happily “give it another nudge”, Barry is adamant that this is their final build.

“I can see his point,” she says. “We love it here – we’ve got everything we want. We’re on an elevated yet flat section with fantastic views and we are thrilled to bits with the house.”

The Milnes feel fortunate to have found what they consider a perfect site.

“Our previous house was next door and this was a big paddock. When we noticed things starting to happen we sprang into action and managed to buy this section – we were in the right place at the right time,” says Cindy.

The couple opted to employ their own builder rather than go with a building company, mainly to give them the flexibility they required throughout the build.

The single storey, three bedroom, 316m home features a concrete exterior

with black cedar and plaster used for contrast.

Inside the raw look continues with more concrete, including a floating concrete feature wall and exposed steel beams.

“We really like the look of concrete and steel and have softened it with extensive glass and plenty of texture in the furnishings, such as lots of sheer curtains,” says Cindy.

The house, now three years old, was built as a home and the couple were adamant it wasn’t going to be a “take your shoes off” place.

Interior flooring is Italian tiles in the living, kitchen and bathrooms, with carpet in the bedrooms.

The Milnes went for a water underfloor heating system and say it is extremely efficient. ”We do have a gas fire which very rarely gets used – the underfloor heating does the whole house and of course we have lots of glass so get all day sun,” says Cindy. “It is a really warm house and that was a key aspect. The sun is important to us and we don’t shut it out.”

Cindy chose a neutral colour scheme, opting to add colour splashes with furnishings and art. While she loves colour and admires people who use bold colours in their houses, she wanted something she wouldn’t tire of and, three years down the track, that hasn’t happened.

The kitchen is mostly white with a feature wall of floor to ceiling cabinetry in American Oak. High studs throughout give a feeling of space and allow the steel beams to feature.

The bathrooms continue the tile

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theme with floor and wall tiles to make for easy cleaning, as Cindy was adamant she didn’t want any glass in the bathrooms.

The house is “future proofed” with wide hallways and no steps – it’s all on one level inside and out.

Being on an elevated site means they’re exposed to wind, so the Milnes have gone for hardy plants, including palms, yuccas and aloe vera.

The striking stone gabion walls, which Cindy and Barry helped make, provide additional shelter.

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bread from Don Rodrigo Sourdough Bakery and FreshBake.

“Obviously Nelson is a fantastic spot for all this,” says Justin, adding that even the milk comes from nearby Aunt Jean’s Dairy. “It’s produced just over two kilometres away … you can almost smell the cows from here!” he jokes. “It doesn’t get much more local than that.”

“The fresh aspect of things really is the heart of our business” JUSTIN BLACKLER

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ustin and Melissa Blackler, owners of the Raeward Fresh store in Richmond, are avid supporters of the widespread and increasingly popular movement towards eating fresh and eating local.

Since buying the business just under five years ago, the pair have been doing their utmost to shorten the time and distance between field and fork, by offering a range of the freshest fruit and vegetables, meats, fish and other produce, a large proportion of it sourced from the Nelson area.

Shoppers looking to build a meal around, say, steak, fish or pasta, will also find all the ingredients and accessories

they need, such as stocks, sauces, spices and salads, under the same roof.

“The fresh aspect of things really is the heart of our business,” says Justin, who believes that focus, along with the smaller and more flexible nature of his store, is what sets Raeward Fresh apart.

“We’re able to be much more nimble because we’re not as big as other stores.

It means we can buy direct from local growers and small local suppliers, which is more difficult for others.”

For example, all the wine, beer and cider in the store comes from Nelson, as do many other goods such as Pic’s Peanut Butter, Proper Crisps, ViaVio cheese, Chia drinks, Tuatara coffee, and

Justin also rates his team of fully qualified butchers as another success story. “We’re big fans of creating all of our own products, including our medalwinning sausages, to make sure, again, we have a point of difference over others.

“Everything is cut to order. All the meat comes from New Zealand – nothing is imported – and it’s all fresh – nothing is frozen. We take a lot of pride in what our butchers produce.”

Besides the retail store, Raeward Fresh has three trucks on the road making wholesale deliveries to restaurants, schools and cafes, and employs close to 40 full-time and parttime staff.

The success of their business means Justin and Melissa are looking to expand. They want to take over more of their Richmond premises, at the corner of Salisbury and Champion Roads, and are investigating further expansion opportunities in Nelson.

“We already have people who travel from Motueka and even Murchison. We certainly get a lot of people coming in from Nelson and we’d like to capture more of that Nelson market,” says Justin.

“We’re in an area that is experiencing massive population growth which puts us in a nice spot where we’ve got a lot more customers wanting the things we offer. Our major focus is on who our customers are, what they want, and making sure we’ve got the right product for them.”

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MY GARDEN

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The perfumed garden

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est easy, readers – this is not a 15th-century Arabic sex manual. Instead it’s a suggestion that with spring a matter of weeks away, get out and enjoy the delicate floral perfumes that invade the outdoors at this time of year.

Already in my Mapua garden the heady fragrance of wintersweet is mixing with early spring bulb varieties and the last of the red hot pokers. Shy little irises are poking their heads above the soil and the dainty white bells of snowdrops are moving softly in the breeze. The tang of the last fragrant verbena leaves cuts the air with a citrus-like aroma, while the first of the Erlicheer daffodils imparts a strong heady fragrance.

Of course, all this was part of the wider plan, with plantings in autumn – yeah right – and a good dose of pea straw. Actually I’m more a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants gardener, and with the exception of making my own organic compost, I usually leave plants to either survive or not on their own.

I do read the “instruction manual” at the beginning, however, to determine the best soils and sun exposure to ensure each individual planting has the best possible chance of survival. After that the plants/bulbs are on their own.

Autumn is usually considered the best time to plant and feed spring flowering bulbs, but I’ve never let the seasons bother me.

The truth is many bulbs can be forced to flower early, and indoor gardeners do it all the time, i.e. hyacinths.

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can achieve similar results with the likes of daffodils, tulips, freesias, irises and crocuses so that late winter is a burst of colour and fragrance. Hyacinths, for example, will work well in the shelter of a door, giving a whiff of their uplifting fragrance each time you pass.

Anemones often pop their bright little faces out of the winter soil, especially if they’ve been left in from year to year, and so do grape hyacinths. Just plant them and forget them and each year they’ll easily naturalise and multiply, adding lush green foliage and deep blue hues to late-winter gardens.

A firm favourite of mine are Dutch crocuses, whose exquisite blooms appear in lavender, purple, white or streaked hues.

They’re great for mass plantings or in patches, especially in larger park-like settings. Again, just plant and forget, then enjoy them year after year.

Daffodils respond to similar treatment, as do pretty little bluebells and many other bulbs.

One of the keys to successful planting is soil preparation to ensure a good start. Improve the soil by digging in manure and compost, aerating with a garden fork. Add fertiliser at this stage if you wish, but I often find that a decent compost mix is enough. Mulch to conserve water and provide insulation from temperature fluctuations.

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MY KITCHEN

Slow-cooked Scotch broth with celery leaf pistou

This broth is inspired by my Nana, Ngaire Galloway, who taught me to cook and ignited my appreciation for home cooking. From a young age I recall many soup meals around my grandparents’ table, during a time when nothing was wasted. When the cooler months arrive, I often draw on the recipes shared in my Nana’s kitchen. This slow-cooked Scotch broth has featured often this winter.

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Ingredients Scotch broth 1 large lamb shank 1 onion, quartered Handful of parsley stalks 1 tbs apple cider vinegar 2.5 litres cold water 1 cup pearl barley 1 leek, green leaves removed and white part thinly sliced 2 carrots, grated 2 celery stalks, stalks thinly sliced (leaves chopped and reserved) Salt & cracked pepper Celery leaf pistou reserved celery leaves and parsley leaves zest of 1 lemon and 1 tbs lemon juice pinch of salt drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

Directions Place the lamb shank, quartered onion, parsley stalks (reserve the leaves for the pistou), apple cider vinegar and water in a slow cooker or large saucepan. Cover with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook slowly for 3–4 hours (or 5–6 hours on low if using a slower cooker). Once the meat is falling off the bone, lift from the broth and use a fork to pull the meat off the bone, cover and set aside. Use a slotted spoon to remove the onion pieces and parsley stalks.

Pour the barley into the broth and continue to cook for a further hour. Add the leek, carrot and celery in the last half hour. Once the soup is ready, season to taste, adding the shredded meat and heating through.

To make the pistou: finely chop the celery and parsley leaves, place in a bowl along with the lemon zest and juice, pinch of salt and drizzle of olive oil. Combine.

Serve the soup in warmed bowls, sprinkled with pistou and crusty sourdough bread on the side.

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DINE OUT

Second time’s a charm

BY MAXWELL FLINT

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his is not the first time I have been to Urban Oyster Bar and Eatery, and I dare say it won’t be my last. While I liked it the first time, I wasn’t over-awed by the experience – I found it all a little forced – but on the other hand, it had just opened and was probably trying a little hard. I have been hearing such good reports about the place, I decided to give it another go.

Mrs F and I popped in for a drink and a bite to eat. It is that type of restaurant/ bar/whatever place – small plates, good food and a relaxed environment. The first difference from my previous visit was the ambience: it seemed a lot more laidback and less frenetic. This was possibly because it was a quieter night but probably had a lot to do with the new front-of-house manager, Zinnia,

previously a manager at Styx Restaurant.

Ambience can be as much to do with good organisation as with an ‘uber’ décor.

Mrs F and I started with sashimi, crisp rice noodles and pickled ginger and wasabi dressing ($20). This dish was right on the button – beautifully fresh salmon and terakihi, with an exquisite light dressing.

I washed this down with a glass of Middle Earth sauvignon blanc. The wine list here is comprehensive and and very supportive of local wineries Next was a smoked pork empanada, spiked prawn fondue and charcoal shrimp mayo ($13). An empanada is basically a Latin American turnover, in this case smoky pork encased in pastry accompanied by cheesy, chilli small prawns. The smoky flavour of the pork

and shrimp mayo was particularly evident. It was a good dish, with lots of flavour and the pastry not too heavy.

We followed this with crispy lamb spare ribs, cauliflower purée and pickled onion ($20). The crispy layer of fat on the spare ribs certainly gave this dish plenty of lamb flavour. It didn’t seem a big dish but it was so rich that it filled us both up.

The appetising, filling aspect to the food was common with all the dishes. Food that is full of flavour also fills you up. It’s quality, not quantity.

I am not usually a dessert man but I was intrigued with the malted pumpkin pie, fig leaf ice-cream and pumpkin seed and bay leaf praline ($14). Pumpkin pie is not my favourite, but this one was sort of savoury-sweet, not the usual oversweet examples I’ve tried before. The praline and ice-cream were the perfect accompaniments – a great dessert.

Urban is the type of place you can pop into, have a decent glass of wine, a bite to eat and leave without doing the whole restaurant thing.

As an amusing aside, the toilets are shared with La Gourmandise restaurant next door, and if you don’t use the correct door you can find yourself in an entirely different restaurant. This happened to an elderly diner who suddenly found himself apparently transported into Urban. He looked like a stunned mullet. However, the staff recognised the look and escorted him back to La Gourmandise. Priceless.

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WINE

Whites worth exploring

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or white wine drinkers who may be looking for an alternative to pinot gris, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay, there are a couple of varieties I suggest you try.

The first is albariño, a wine variety originating from Galicia, the little part of Spain that sits above Portugal. The variety is said to be descended from riesling and brought into Spain by the Cluny monks from the Rhine Valley, hence the name albariño, meaning wine from the Rhine. This is believable as the variety does have the characteristics of a riesling, but it more closely aligns itself with gewürztraminer.

Albariño can be a high-cropping variety so needs to be kept in check to ensure the grapes concentrate their aromatic qualities. The big difference with albariño is that it is usually made with a fresh acidic background, almost like a cross between a sauvignon blanc and a gewürztraminer, with common flavours of apricot or peach. This combination

of fruit and acid appeals to people who find sauvignon blanc too “grippy” and gewürztraminer too flavoursome.

New Zealand is making some really good examples. For instance, Aronui’s albariño is made in a dry style with a good concentration of fruit and with a fresh mineral note to it. Neudorf Vineyards made a small but excellent albariño in 2016 that has received some approving nods from the experts. Villa Maria make a very good example, as does Gisborne’s Te Awa Leftfield label.

The other white wine variety worth a look at is viognier, the famous variety from the Rhine Valley. This wine is often a blend used in the famous Côtes du Rhône, where it adds bouquet and helps to stabilise the colour. It is in fact the only white wine permitted to grow in the Condrieu region of the Rhône Valley.

Viognier nearly became extinct as a variety in 1965 when there were just 30 acres of it left in France. It has experienced something of a revival in the

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new world, especially in North America and Australia, where Yalumba is one of the biggest producers.

At its best, viognier can rival chardonnay but with more perfumed characteristics. Viognier is not an aromatic wine and in my mind shouldn’t be made with too much residual sugar, otherwise it can become a pale pinot gris. With a judicious use of oak, a wild ferment and malolactic fermentation, you can get a wonderfully rich wine.

Viognier is not the easiest grape to grow and can have quite low yields, making it expensive to produce. This is probably why Waimea Estates pulled all theirs out. A great pity because their viognier was particularly good.

St Clair Family Estate from Hawke's Bay make a cracking example in their premium brand. One of my favourites is Marlborough’s Tohu Single Vineyard Viognier. It’s a difficult wine to pronounce (vee-yon-yay) but don’t let that put you off. It’s worth a try.

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ust prior to the 2011 Rugby World Cup, Invercargill Brewery founder Steve Nally brewed his first Scotch ale for Southland’s Scottish hosts. “We named it Men’n Skurrts,” Steve says, “a play on Southland’s Scottish heritage and the locals’ over-pronunciation of the letter ‘r’.”

Steve describes Scotch ales as “a style usually quite malty with toffee notes, not at all hop-driven. It’s more about the malt flavours with a nice balanced bitterness. Traditionally they had a little diacetyl or butterscotch flavour, which can be seen as a fault, but if you call it a Scotch ale you can get away with it.” The original brew was more by accident than intent, “and that’s how some of the best beers I’ve made have come about,” says Steve. But sometimes you just take the wins – like Scotland’s 15-6 RWC victory over Georgia – and after the initial brew’s success, Steve decided to keep it as one of his seasonal fleet. He describes it as a well-balanced beer, big and rich with a hint of smoke in it from the peach-smoked malt they use.

“This year, we are going for a malty whisky style rather than a peaty style.

I want to make it more a traditional ale – take the peat out and put the malt in.”

Here’s a selection of Scotch ales, to accompany those cold winter evenings: Invercargill Brewery’s Men’n Skurrts Strong Scotch Ale, 7.0% ABV. They say: ‘A wee heavy that combines full malt richness with a wee dram of peat smoke. A nod to Invercargill’s Scots forefathers, this winter-warmer is a Tardis-inspired drop that will transport the drinker through time and space to a remote Highland croft warmed by a peat fire.’

McLeod’s Brewery Traders Scotch Ale, 7.2% ABV. They say: ‘Our Scottish wee heavy, or strong Scotch ale, incorporates our house English ale yeast and rich, caramel-laden malts. A touch of rye

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A fine wee heavy or two "... a style usually quite malty with toffee notes, not at all hop-driven. It’s more about the malt flavours with a nice balanced bitterness."

rounds out the native horopito, which lends soft, evergreen notes to the finish.’

McLeod’s Brewery Black Watch Sour Imperial Scotch Ale, 11.0% ABV. They say: ‘Black Watch, a tribute to the Highland regiment of the same name, is big, rich and caramel-laden with notes of liquorice and ‘bacon smoke’ up front.

Brewed traditionally with a sour mash then aged on American oak, expect a rich, smooth palate with a hint of sour to a dry, balanced end – the perfect fortifier on a moonless night around a blazing campfire.’

Renaissance’s Stonecutter Scotch Ale, 7.0% ABV. They say: ‘Nine malts

are blended together to produce layers of caramel, toffee, liquorice, chocolate and smoky flavours. These layers are balanced by a tart, raisiny fruitiness that give this dark beer a lingering, dry finish.’

Sprig and Fern’s Scotch Ale, 6.5% ABV. They say: ‘Six quality malts give this smooth, medium to full-bodied ale a deep ruby colour and a rich, dominant, sweet maltiness. There is velvety smoothness in the mouth, whilst the aroma is malty and biscuity, with hints of caramel, coffee and chocolate. Allow to warm to around 6-8ºC and notes of smokiness will come through.’

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A DV E N T U R E

TOP TO BOTTOM: Looking back at Mt Bealey from Avalanche Peak Skyline ridge heading west from Mt Bealey Alex on the skyline ridge crossing

Tramping among the clouds

BY ALEX GRADEEN

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rthur’s Pass National Park, situated at the heart of the Southern Alps, is a wild and immense playground for adventurous Kiwis. They can be seen pack-rafting down the braided branches of the Waimakariri River, or summiting Mt Rolleston, the highest peak in the park.

Here, tree-line stops at 1300m and the tops are fair game.

My partner and I spent an exciting summer tramping all over the South Island. Arthur’s Pass was our last stop, and so we decided to take a chance on an adventure. We wanted to do a trail that wasn’t marked on any maps – follow the Bealey track to Mt Bealey summit, then traverse a skyline ridge to the popular Avalanche Peak.

Our tramp started at the base of Mt Bealey. While the track to Avalanche Peak is well-known and touristic, the Bealey track is quieter and more rugged. After two long hours of climbing (sometimes literally) over massive rocks and tree roots, we emerged above the tree-line, finally sighting the peaks we would soon be summiting – or so we thought.

From here, the trail was unmarked.

After another two hours of meandering across ridgelines and false summits, we reached the top of Bealey, at 1836m.

The serenity could not be beaten.

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Mountaintops pierced the sky far off into the distance. Towards the east, clear skies reflected in the shining waters of the Waimak River. To the west, tumultuous clouds crowded the tops.

We were on the divide. Our track would take us west, along many jagged ridges interrupted in their sheer incline by a few rounder ‘tops’. As we took in the various overhangs and craggy edges, I’ll admit I was a bit apprehensive.

We followed the skyline ridge towards the clouds, tiptoeing across narrow foot trails and clambering over massive rocks and boulders. The ridges were do-able in the end. The key was to not look past your feet, especially when the trail was only about 30cm wide with steep scree slopes dropping on either side. One can only imagine the series of violent events that had created these formations: the massive sheets of rock protruding at angles, the clean-cut gorges, the endless scree fields.

I can confidently say this was the most adrenalin-filled tramp we’d done.

After a hair-raising two-and-a-half hours, we finally crested Avalanche Peak. We looked back at our track over the precarious ridgeline (breathtaking), finished our chocolate (delicious), and had a good laugh (mandatory) before making our way down Scott’s Track.

The trip took nine hours, and I would do it again. The views at the tops are spectacular; the adrenalin rushes exhilarating. Adventure can easily be found on a proper Kiwi track.

Need to know: Arthur’s Pass National Park is rugged and mountainous, and tracks are not always marked or worn. The weather can change rapidly so be prepared for wet and cold conditions, even in summer. Depending on the tramp, there may be risk of river flooding or avalanches so be sure to check conditions beforehand. For more information, go to doc.govt.nz.

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An inside peek in Bermuda

BY STEVE THOMAS

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ith the thrill of spectacular flying-boats fresh in our minds, it’s great to reflect on the sheer awesomeness of winning against all odds. David vs Goliath stuff.

Just before the final set of races got underway in Bermuda, Emirates Team NZ were ahead 3-1 on the scoreboard. Four more wins were needed to win back the cup. During the break in racing, I received an email from a boatie friend. He was relaying an email from another friend, close to Team NZ in Bermuda. I’d like to share it with you. It gives a good insight into what was happening on the eve of cup glory. These guys knew we had it won but played it down to perfection: ‘I have the privilege of being at the base every race -day talking with various key members of the team, the directors of ETNZ, the measurers (Russell Bowler) and various other experts, and I also had a yarn last night with Nathan Outteridge, tactician for the Swedish Artemis team.

‘Jimmy Spittal has little option but to talk it up and refer back to San Francisco but the situation here is totally different.

The new rules incorporating one-design elements with restrictive limits on changes could actually shoot Oracle in the foot. [They did.]

‘The foils are limited to two pairs and these had to be fitted to the boats when first launched and measured. This is the base reference and the foils can only be

altered by a total of 30%. Modifying foils is a major exercise and takes time so the experts can’t see Oracle making gains here. [They did improve speed but lost control.]

‘ETNZ appear to have more options with their foil angle adjustments fore, aft and sideways, and Blair Tuke has very effective control.

‘They can have as many foil tips as they like but the tips can only be 10% of the total weight of the foil. It has been suggested that having too many tips could cause confusion, with more chances of getting it wrong than right.

‘Fortunately, the others haven’t acknowledged the true advantage of our cyclors. This is significant, as has been witnessed with competitors running out of oil. Also, the windage is dramatically reduced and I suspect we will see Oracle paying more attention to this in the next races.

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‘I’ve been very impressed with all aspects of ETNZ. Stephen Tindall brings a lot to the table, as does Bob Field, and the other directors Greg Horton and Tina Symmans have complementary strengths.

‘Grant Dalton is great but wears the stress of it all on his sleeve. Murray Jones is gold and Ray Davies is working well with Peter and Blair and the crew in mentoring, analysing and strategy.

‘Dan Bernasconi, the head designer, seems to be in the genius category, and the building team under Sean Reagan and the Salthouse team have been amazing with rig rebuilds.

‘Best wishes to all and here’s hoping for a historic weekend.’

Historic, indeed. We salute you Emirates Team New Zealand.

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MOTORING

Holden’s Euro hatch a hottie

BY GEOFF MOFFETT

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ow that Australian production has ended, Holden is trumpeting its ability to source cars from the General Motors network worldwide.

The Astra is proof that while the Holden name lives on, its breeding is now very international. The Astra available in New Zealand is an Australian variant on a German-designed, Polish-built car that carries the Opel and Vauxhall badges in Europe.

Apart from a few tweaks for the Australian (and New Zealand) markets, this is the same car that won the European Car of the Year for 2016 so expectations were high when I slipped behind the wheel. I was driving Astra’s top-spec RSV – its ‘hottie’ hatch whose sporty inclinations are clearest from the rear when you note the twin tailpipes and the RSV badge.

‘Discover new possibilities’ is the modern catch-cry of Holden – and how true that is when you look at its sourcing of future vehicles. They’ll include cars from the Opel stable in Europe (just recently taken over by the PSA Group that includes Volkswagen) and from the US. The VW Golf Highline is one of the Astra’s rivals, especially in the ‘warm hatch’ category. Holden should be admired for

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its upfront comparison with other makers as part of its marketing campaign. The Astra makes happy comparisons with the likes of Mazda3 SP25, Ford Focus Titanium and Hyundai 130i Elite.

The RSV trumps the others for grunt with its 1.6-litre turbocharged engine producing 147kw of power and 300Nm of torque. Step on the (optional) perforated alloy accelerator and the RSV is a very potent little car – so potent, in fact, that it produces torque steer effect from the sudden grip of the front-driven wheels.

The RSV accelerates rapidly through the smooth transmission and at higher revs, has a nice, raspy exhaust note. Use the 6-speed Tiptronic gearbox in manual and it’s a lot of fun to drive. Left in auto, however, the strong-performing Astra is quiet and civilised, with bags of torque.

It’s diesel-like in overtaking and languid cruising.

Winning the 2016 European COTY award gives the car instant market kudos and it’s no letdown when you look at the build quality and appointments.

The RSV leads the field with a full set of active safety equipment in this class.

There’s front collision alert and automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping alert and also one for the side blind spot.

Add to that an 8-inch touch-screen infotainment unit, heated steering wheel, mirrors and (leather) seats, Apple Carplay and Android Automatic and satnav, all with a smart voice recognition system, and you have a lot of kit for a car priced at under $37k. The R and RS models are also generously fitted out.

The R at $31,000 offers a good-quality car for a very fair price, albeit with its smaller 110kw engine.

The Astra five-door feels very spacious inside, with stacks of headroom.

Holden points out the European breeding of the car and it does feel a step above the older Australian models in fit and finish.

The generations of South Australian manufacture may have ended for Holden but loyal Holden buyers should be pleased to know they have access to GM’s global production network.

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B Y L E S E D WA R D S

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he current format of the Mitre 10 Cup, where the competition is divided into a Premiership and Championship division, each comprising seven teams, was introduced in 2011to be shoe-horned into an 11week window, in an expanding rugby competition’s landscape.

That year Tasman came bottom of the bottom division. Yes, just six short seasons ago our team, the then not-so-mighty Makos, were placed 14th in the national provincial pecking order. This was also on the back of tough business times in the region, post-global financial crisis.

Coaches Kieran Keane and Leon MacDonald weren’t happy. They aspired to much more for the region’s fans, their players and themselves, so set about transforming the team for future success.

In 2012 we saw some improvement for a mid-Championship finish and a taste of semifinal football. The Championshipwinning team of 2013 raised the excitement of rugby fans to a whole new level. Increasing sponsorship, following improved regional economic prospects, ensured that the coaches could attract and retain some very talented rugby players and support staff.

With promotion to the Premiership came a much higher set of standards and expectations. It was easy to fear becoming one-season wonders; of being immediately relegated, as has happened to other sides before us.

The now-Mighty Makos delivered Premiership performances that have captured the imagination of fans, not just in Marlborough and Nelson Bays, but throughout the country. Second in the country in 2014, third in 2015 and runners-up again last season – who would have thought?

Can the Tasman Makos go one better this year by getting to the Big Dance and holding the Mitre 10 Cup aloft?

The short answer is yes. The long answer is it will take focus and hard work for 11 weeks of endeavour, interspersed with some fun and a share of good luck, in the best and toughest national provincial competition in world rugby.

Our present coaches, Leon MacDonald and Leo Crowley, are not the sort to get too far in front of themselves.

The old adage in sport of taking one game at a time is true for a reason. Banking early wins to consolidate sixth spot is the

Les Edwards, TRU Commercial and Marketing manager, backing the boys (photo: Shuttersport)

Can the Makos go all the way? first task. Once that is achieved the team can then set about aiming for semifinal rugby. History shows that six wins from 10 matches usually makes that possible.

Semifinal and final rugby are a whole new ballgame – and every coach and player wants to be involved. The intensity and skill levels go up another notch, and having been there before helps a team to deal with the pressure. The experiences,

both good and bad, that the Makos have had in recent seasons will stand them in good stead.

The current squad is an outstanding blend of hard-headed experience and youthful exuberance. They are all talented; they are superbly coached and conditioned. The season can’t come soon enough.

Fins Up, you Mighty Makos.

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Ann Braunsteiner

The Suter’s stroppy little sister

BY JOHN COHEN-DU FOUR P H O T O G R A P H Y T O D D S TA R R

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Nelson’s family of art galleries, it’s not hard to imagine our beloved, recently modernised The Suter Art Gallery as something of a mature older brother – a staid, reliable repository of the city’s proud art collection.

In which case, Nelson’s other main non-commercial exhibiting gallery, the Refinery ArtSpace, must surely be The Suter’s funkily dressed, challenge-seeking little sister.

I put this notion to Refinery manager Ann Braunsteiner.

“We certainly don’t compete with The Suter,” she says.

“They are a collection-based institution, like Christchurch’s Art Gallery, only smaller.

“As well, Nelson has a good selection of commercial art galleries where artwork can be purchased. In fact, the Refinery itself actually began life that way back in 2003, as shared artists’ studios and retail space.”

Ann points out that it became increasingly apparent there was a gap in the city’s art gallery scene – the need for a well-run space featuring regularly changing exhibitions, where artistic imperatives would be driven by concept and expression, not by sales.

In 2014, the decision was made to entirely remove the Refinery’s retail operation and change its governance. Ann, an artist in her own right, successfully applied for the new part-time manager’s position and began working alongside members of the Arts Council Nelson executive board.

“It’s great that NCC now funds us. It’s what keeps us going,” says Ann. “We don’t need to focus on shows where selling is the intention – after all, installation works and curated shows are non-commercial by their nature.

Removing the profit motive has enabled us to fill that missing gallery gap.

“We are a non-profit operation using any income derived to maintain the space. We purposely keep our gallery hire fees relatively low and our commission on any art sales is only 10% – well below that of other galleries.”

Every year the Refinery puts out a call for proposals for exhibitions to run from July through to following June. It puts on 30–36 shows a year, mostly curated by Ann, but also featuring some guest-curated exhibitions.

“Historically we’ve always been about emerging artists and installation work,” she says. “Today we offer a good balance between solo exhibitions and curated shows. It all depends on the proposals we receive – we are actually getting more and more requests from outside the region, from emerging artists all over New Zealand.”

Ann believes it is vital that the gallery ‘keeps the window open’ on what’s happening in NZ’s wider contemporary art practice, enabling cross-fertilisation with local artists.

“We have a great relationship with The Suter, Nelson Provincial Museum and NMIT. We are inclusive – we reach out to the community, to other galleries, to teaching institutions.

It’s very much an open-door policy.

Artists need different platforms. The Refinery offers great flexibility within its spaces, accommodating all manner of artistic expression.

“The ongoing challenge, to my mind, is how to continue making our unique offering work best for the artists: scheduling the proposals we receive; determining what works well alone or will be stronger in combination; what is challenging, what is surprising; where there is common ground or juxtaposition.” Ann rubs her hands together.

“That’s the fun part for me.”

G A L L E RY M U S T- H AV E S

1 Robert Thompson, Questioning the Changes, Atkins Gallery, Nelson, 03 545 6010, atkinsgallery.nz, $712

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2. Nigel Brown, We Are Sorry, acrylic on gesso mounted canvas & board, The Diversion Gallery, Picton, thediversion.co.nz

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4. Charisse Papworth, Stainless Steel Koru Heart Pendant, Forest Fusion, Mapua wharf, 03 540 2961, forestfusion.com 5. Jane Smith, Pascale from The Nelson Ark, digital painting. Referenced from a photo by Dirty Dog Photography, 100daysproject.co.nz

3. Bill Burke, Pencarrow Head, Eastbourne, Wellington, oil, 1050mm x 790mm, Bill Burke Gallery, Nelson 03 546 6793, billburke.co.nz

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MUSIC

“If you want to be successful, start working now. Don’t waste a minute and you’d better be prepared to sacrifice everything for that.”

Wedded to his guitar

BY PETE RAINEY

A

ustralian guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel was given his first guitar at the age of four. It’s pretty obvious he hasn’t really put the instrument down since.

I spoke to him recently on the eve of the New Zealand leg of his 2017 tour. He was in the middle of a massive schedule, which he seemingly has every year.

Having just completed three months taking in Russia, Siberia, Hungary, Croatia, Italy, France, England Ireland and Scotland, he was taking a pause in his hometown of 14 years, Nashville.

I asked him how he keeps up this hectic schedule. “I’m gearing up for a

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lot more work. I’m starting to peak. As you get older you get on top of your technique and creative skills; you get a lot more adventurous.

“I don’t worry about whether I’m taking it too far out – I just go for it.

Some people can’t do that because they always want to remain in a professionally restrained area. I’m the opposite – I opened the gate and the horse bolted a long time ago.”

He’s always had an ability to pick a great tune to arrange, but is concentrating on originals now.

“Absolutely – 90 percent of my show is original. I only play certain covers cos

I love them – people can hear what I can do with someone else’s melody.

That’s a good opportunity for an entertainer.”

The flat-picking maestro is still exclusively performing on acoustic guitar, “but I play electric at home. In 2020 I’m planning on releasing a boxset and will do a tour where I’ll play electric with a band.”

Tommy runs at least two guitar camps a year, and enjoys the opportunity to give back to students.

“At each camp we have around 120 students for four days. This year I’ve already done one in New York and now I’ve got one in California with Joe Satriani. He does electric and I do acoustic.

“We have classes during the day, concerts in the evening, and on the third night a student concert. People leave inspired. We have students ranging from 16 to 90 years of age. It’s giving them something that money can’t buy.”

His tour continues with dates in Japan, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia and then America again, where he will be joined by mandolin legend Dave Grisman.

“Yeah, we’ve just recorded an album. It’s a bit like Django plays country. Playing with David Grisman is like playing with Abraham – he’s been around so long and knows so many songs. He’s a good writer – our styles blend really well. I play a cross between Doc Johnson and Django.

There’s a bit of Freddy Green in my rhythm style as well.”

Being a gypsy jazz fan, I queried him about that genre. “I love gypsy jazz with all my heart and always have. It took me a while to get it, but once I got it and understood it I realised how brilliant it was. Working with Stochelo Rosenberg has been one of the great joys of my life. That guy is

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the greatest-feeling Django-style player out there.”

Tommy Emmanuel moved through a whole lot of genres but is rooted in the American flat-picking tradition. I wondered whether that would ever change.

“Well, I’m a song-player and I play what I feel. I like to play things that people can grab onto straight away. I don’t like when musicians play things that go over people’’s heads too much.

I like to tell stories and entertain people through music – you know, it’s all about the melody. When I was young and writing new songs I’d ring Chet Atkins up and say, ‘I’ve written a new song’ and he’d say, ‘Can you hum it?’”

I mentioned author Malcolm Gladwell’s theory that you need to have 10,000 hours under your belt to master any skill.

“I had 10,000 hours in before I was eight. It’s what I was born to do. I love it and I love performing and I love playing.

There’s a magic to it and it’’s hard to describe that to people.

It’s not something you can go into a university and learn – you have to live it and feel it and put it out there.

“If you want to be successful, start working now. Don’t waste a minute and you’d better be prepared to sacrifice everything for that. My life has been like a freight train – you jump on, you jump off, and I’ve been just going at it all my life.

I’m very relaxed about it, always have been, but I’m dedicated and disciplined. I look after my health and I think I play for all the right reasons.”

Tommy Emmanuel creates some magic in Nelson at the Annesbrook Church on September 20. Ticket details for all NZ shows: Auckland – ticketmaster.co.nz, search on Tommy Emmanuel.

Hamilton, Christchurch and Nelson – premier.ticketek.co.nz, search on Tommy Emmanuel.

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FILM

A Date for Mad Mary Comedy, Drama Directed by Darren Thornton Starring Seána Kerslake, Tara Lee, Charleigh Bailey 82 minutes

BY MICHAEL BORTNICK

“A

life making mistakes is not only more honourable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing at all”. – George Bernard Shaw I have a woman friend with whom I could talk for hours. She is opinionated, feisty, coarse, hilarious and has an oftenunintelligible accent. And I would wager a pot of gold that she has been in a bar fight or three. She’s Irish.

Which brings us to a new film, A Date for Mad Mary, where such a character captivates us and takes command of the screen.

Made by first-time director Darren Thornton, and taken from a theatre play, this film is a must-see for everyone.

Mad Mary McArdle (Seána Kerslake) returns to Drogheda fresh out of prison for a crime she would rather forget. (It isn’t until deep into the film, in an absolutely riveting scene, that we learn of her misdeed.)

Mary is to be the maid of honour at her best friend’s wedding and needs a date. Her social skills and lack of romantic desire stand in the way. Nobody expects her to be successful. Even her grandmother cuts her down with one of the best lines in the film: “A f-ing sniper wouldn’t take you out.”

The portrayal of the funny, flawed and foul-mouthed central character is remarkably accurate and touching. She is drenched in humour and pathos and Kerslake knows how to sell them both.

We will hear a lot in the future from this young red-headed actress. She is magically delicious.

Throughout the film, the genuine Irish characters interact in a thoroughly engaging and totally realistic manner. We are given continual snapshots of life that feel very authentic.

Mary’s supposed best friend, Charlene, has moved on and turned out to be quite self-serving and egotistical. As an Irish Bridezilla, she has become the patron saint for bitches. Every time Charlene

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There is something about Mad Mary

appears on screen, viewers will want to wallop that prune-face with a shillelagh.

The empathetic bouncers at Mary’s favourite tavern know her by name as they routinely escort her out due to some sort of conflict. Sometimes, she is removed even before she gets in.

The mother-daughter relationship is especially on-target. Mum is, shall we say ... interesting, but not in a good way.

And the girl singer/wedding photographer turns out to play more than one instrument, if you catch my drift.

A Date for Mad Mary is a tough and tender story about friendship, first love, and letting go of the glory days.

This is a film I can recommend all day long – but I sure wish there were subtitles.

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L S O R T W Y W D P E A I

C C R H E M A F F H D E W

N W K E M A A E T D R I A

U E N U H M T A Y U K T G

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AUNTIE BROTHERS COUSINS DADDY FAMILY GRANDFATHER GRANDMOTHER GREAT AUNT MAMA MOM MUMMY NANNA NEPHEW NIECE POPPY SISTER UNCLE

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M Y E D U C AT I O N

GETTING AHEAD IN HAIR What was it about NMIT that made you choose to study there?

Well, the first thing that attracted me to studying hairdressing at NMIT in Blenheim was simply the fact that it is so local. I want to be able to follow my career path right here in the town that I live in, so it seemed ideal to be able to study here too. I also thought that NMIT offers an interesting range of courses that would allow me to pursue my ongoing career goals in a hands-on learning environment with a strong focus on employment afterwards.

Explain how hairdressing students at NMIT can practise hairdressing in the course.

It’s a hands-on course so we have friends, family and people from the community come into our salon and then we provide hairdressing services. The salon is a part of the NMIT campus.

Obviously, as our skills develop and we gain more experience, we get more responsibility in the range of tasks we are given to do.

What advice would you give to people who are looking to study hairdressing?

My one piece of advice to anyone looking into studying hairdressing here or anywhere, or any career for that matter, is to make sure it is something you’re passionate about and to do some research before you jump right into it.

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With regards to your future career, where do you see yourself in five years’ time?

I’d like to be self-employed and running my own business here in Marlborough. There is one other thing I’d like to be doing, though, which is to work on cruise ships doing hair.

If you were having a bad hair day, what is one way you would fix it?

I wear my hair down quite a lot so when I’m having a bad hair day my go-to hairstyle is a low bun and a touch of hairspray to keep the fly-aways down.

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From blow-dry to hair-dye, Maia Jones has been studying hairdressing at NMIT in Marlborough and is now in her second and final year. Working her way towards becoming a successful hairstylist, she has also been able to advance her learning at NMIT by participating in a Trades Academy, she tells Kate Campbell.

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