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Features Issue 145 / August 2018

24 Climate change Are we ready to dig deep to combat climate change? Helen Murdoch checks out our councils’ plans

28 Nelson Provincial Museum John Cohen-Du Four finds that change is afoot at the Nelson Provincial Museum

32 Kitchen Trends EuroCucina in Milan, Italy, is a mecca for kitchen and bathroom design. Lynda Papesch talks trends with three local designers who attended this year

38 Team Mako Another season and there are high hopes for the Mako team, writes Geoff Moffett

INTERVIEWS

12 My Big Idea Healthy rivers need more than just the right level of nutrients. Scientist Robin Holmes puts the case for community stream habitat mapping

20 The Interview Adding to Nelson’s rugby history, the All Blacks will play here next month. Geoff Moffett looks at the spin-offs for the area

23 Local Connection A keen golfer’s plans to bring the ProAm Golf Tournament to Marlborough come to fruition next month. Brenda Webb reports

94 My Education International student Yumeng Zhou (Judy), one of the first students to graduate NMIT with a Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking, talks to Rachel Rees 4

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FASHION

47 Restyle your look Stylist Sonya Leusink Sladen restyles winter looks. Photography by Ishna Jacobs

53 Shoe of the Month Young and snappy Wild Rhinos for the young and young at heart

54 Fashion Showcase

Environmental green is the new black in fashion says stylist Sonya Leusink Sladen LIFE

56 Interiors Tips from Rebecca O’Fee on achieving a modern cottage look

58 My Home An elegant 100-year-old villa in Marlborough gains a new lease on life, writes Brenda Webb

62 My Garden Establishing a cactus corner in his Moutere café was something of a rescue mission for sculptor Che Vincent. Sophie Preece reports

63 Wellbeing Certain essential amino acids must be provided by the food we eat, explains nutritionist Emily Hope

64 Our History Writer Britt Coker discovers how Modglianis’ Trout came to feature on a wall in central Nelson

66 My Kitchen Mauritian-style curry with poached fish from Madame Lu’s Kitchen

67 Dine Out For divine ‘meals on wheels’ visit the Viva La Vaca Food Truck, says restaurant reviewer Hugo Sampson

ACTIVE

69 Beer The homebrew competition is returning to Beervana, writes Mark Preece 6

A selection of the latest book releases, compiled by Renée Lang

72 Travel Looking for adventure? Take a boat trip on France’s Canal du Midi, Justin Papesch recommends

82 Arts The legendary Jens Hansen’s aesthetic lives on, John Cohen-Du Four discovers

76 Adventure Racing a rickety tuk-tuk slowly across India, a Nelson trio have the time of their lives, Phil Barnes reports

85 Music Funding for music and the arts is a major concern for reviewer Pete Rainey

78 Sports Nelson holds a special place in the annals of rugby history, Peter Jones explains

87 Film Things aren’t always as they seem, especially not in The Wife, says reviewer Michael Bortnick

79 Motoring Motoring reviewer Geoff Moffett takes the new Mercedes Benz ‘ute’ for a spin

68 Wine Sophie Preece meets the Cloudy Bay executive who is helping the Chinese embrace New Zealand wine

81 Books

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80 Author Mixing fact with fiction is proving profitable for a Nelson author, Renée Lang writes

Editor’s Letter & contributors 10 Noticeboard 13 Snapped 83 In the Gallery 88 Events

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ugby’s the name of the game this issue, in preparation for the history-making clash on September 8 between the All Blacks and Argentina. Tasman’s Mako team is a feeder for the likes of the Crusaders, the Highlanders and ultimately the All Blacks with several notable successes in the last few years. What’s not so readily evident is the support from individuals, Nelson Tasman Marlborough companies and the wider community for rugby all across the Top of the South. From New Zealand rugby’s very first game in Nelson in May 1870 through to the current day, support for the game has come in all forms and through it also many economic spin-offs. Next month will add to that as hordes of fans – Kiwi, Argentinian and international rugby followers – descend on Nelson and Trafalgar Park for the province’s ‘game of the century’. From accommodation to hospitality, retail to tourism, many sectors of the local economy will benefit financially, as too will potentially those locals who shelled out $1.2million to the New Zealand Rugby Union to secure the game. Of course the NZRU stands to make the biggest profit. Regardless of ticket sales, it is guaranteed the $1.2 million, not to mention the proceeds of All Black memorabilia sales. Make no mistake; the NZRU is a commercial enterprise, out to make as much money as it can. In April this year it opened its first All Blacks retail store and more will follow as it ‘seeks to diversify its income streams’, according to chief executive Steve Tew. None of that is a problem, especially since it takes a lot of loot to keep the All Blacks and its brand on the international playing scene. What the NZRU needs to remember however is that occasionally it needs to give a little back to its generous supporters. Having to wait 148 years for the first All Black game to be played in Nelson is a long time; let’s hope it’s not that long before the next one is scheduled. In the meantime get out there and support our national team, and of course Team Mako. LY N D A PA P E S C H

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ongratulations to McKenzies Paint Contractors which won six awards at the recent National Master Painters Awards. McKenzies won gold in the New Residential Under $25K, Residential – Decorative & Specialty Paint Finishes and Residential – Excellence in New Timber- Exterior categories. It was highly commended in the New Residential under $25k category, and overall winner in both the Residential – Porters Decorative & Specialty Paint Finishes and Residential Intergrain New Timber categories.

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Contributor spotlight PETER JONES

Sports (page 78) As a sports journalist based in Blenheim for the past 33 years, I have been closely involved in all codes, but have a special affinity for rugby. I have coached teams at most levels, winning several club competitions, guiding the fortunes of the Marlborough Boys’ College First XV and enjoying three stints with the Red Devils. I’ve also experienced first-hand the impact of the Tasman amalgamation on both provinces and witnessed the new union’s initial trials and tribulations, plus subsequent consolidation and on-field success. After a 32-year career at the Marlborough Express, I now covers sport for the Marlborough App, which came into operation in March 2018.

E M I LY H O P E

Wellbeing (page 63) A born and bred Marlburian, I’m an NZ registered nutritionist, family fig and feijoa grower, mum of one and soon to be two! Between my roles as mum and orchardist, I work as a nutritionist undertaking consultations with clients and running workshops for community groups, workplaces and athletes. I also write nutrition-related articles and love spending time in the kitchen making wholesome and delicious things for my family and I to enjoy and sharing them on the Hope Nutrition blog. I’m extremely passionate about non-diet nutrition, understanding body cues and a mindful approach to food, our bodies and movement to create a sustainable and wholesome approach to health and wellness.

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A shining light

Spring Fashion Fling 2018

ow in its seventh year, the Nelson College for Girls PTA Spring Fashion Fling is on Saturday 1st September this year. The college’s major fundraiser for the year, the Spring Fashion Fling this year will feature a variety of fashion from BeeTees, KILT, Frock & Soul, Dotti, Merric, Cheryl Mackie, Nelson Taylors, Amazon, Bel & Co and Portmans among others, with daywear and evening sections. Proceeds will go towards the college’s Grounds Enhancement Plan. Tickets are on sale now via email bdgprep@ncg.school.nz, by phoning 03 545 9606 or in person at the college’s main office.

Congratulations to Mapua B&B Accent House

apua B&B Accent House has won the 2018 Emerging B&B Business of the Year Award. The award is open to B&Bs that have been operating two years or less. Judges said Accent House owners/ hosts Sharon and John Corbett worked tirelessly to establish their business and the judges were particularly impressed with their sustainability efforts. Whakaipo Lodge, Taupo, won the 2018 Supreme B&B Business of the Year award.

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ight Nelson proved a great success yet again and it was fabulous to see such a show of support. And yes, WildTomato was part of it too. Seems like all sorts are seeking illumination by reading our magazine these days!

A unique musical collaboration

ead along to Fairfield House on Saturday 11th August to hear Pangaea, a unique musical collaboration between three well-established international musicians who are currently residing in Delhi, India. The aim of Pangaea is to provide a fusion of the best of Western and Eastern styles. It does this through its own original song compositions as well as through reimaginings of popular and classical tunes. The group combines the singing, compositions and classical guitar skills of New Zealander Mike Hogan with two of Delhi’s finest and most sought-after young musicians; tabla player Saptak Sharma and flutes and sitar player Mayank Raina.

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MY BIG IDEA

Mapping our stream habitats Healthy rivers need more than just the right level of nutrients. Robin Holmes from Nelson’s Cawthron Institute puts the case for community stream habitat mapping. What is the big idea? Rivers are a hot topic at the moment, but freshwater ecologist Robin Holmes says while there is a strong focus on water quality, there is often less concern about the shape or structure of our streams. “Even if you have the cleanest water in the world, if it’s flowing through a pipe that’s no good. On the other hand, you can have some pretty dodgy quality water flowing through a nice habitat with diverse structures, you can have quite a lot of life, quite a lot of value. So regardless of water quality it’s important to look after habitat.” When he started this work, he – like most people – was particularly interested in fish. Fish and eels are important to many in the community, he says. “Eels are quite hardy fish. They can handle some pretty low-quality water but they do need good quality habitat structure. They need deep holes or logs to hide in during the day, but they also need shallow,

“Stream habitat mapping gives ‘citizen scientists’ an important role.” 12

ripply places to feed at night.” There needs to be a balance of types of habitat in the river, Robin says. “These fish use entire catchments through their lives. We can’t just measure one part of the stream and say all’s good, so to measure fish habitat you have to think big.”

How does it work? Stream habitat mapping gives “citizen scientists” an important role. “There are all these stream care groups springing up now, trying to rebuild streams. They need information on how to do it and need baselines to start from. “I’ve developed a protocol to establish that baseline and direct where you will get the best bang-for-buck in terms of rehab effort.” The protocols are easy and people don’t need to be an expert, he says. After a day’s training, everyone involved is allocated a kilometre of stream across the catchment. Very quickly, you can get dozens of kilometres mapped. That information is all collected and mapped and can be analysed with a series of indices by Robin, to assess quality of the habitat and make recommendations back to the group. “That allows them to zero in on best quality areas of the catchment, where we don’t need to do things, just protect what’s there, and focus their efforts on where the worst areas of the catchment are.”

Who will benefit? It’s a great opportunity in Nelson Tasman and the top of the South. Robin has been working with stream groups in South Canterbury and Southland, where eels have new habitats, stream banks have been reconstructed, plantings have gone in, and habitats have been improved. “All these outcomes and benefits come from gaining knowledge about the environment of your stream through initiatives like habitat mapping.” Robin says he got involved in this work because it is about making a difference to a stream. “We can fix things one stream at a time.”

How do people get involved? All the interested parties – such as landowners, farmers, iwi, Fish and Game, stream care groups – all have to agree to do the work, Robin says. “It only works where people want to make a change. There’s no point in going into a catchment without everyone being on board.” If a well-established friends of the stream group, for example one like the Friends of the Maitai, gets agreement to do the project and has buy-in from land owners, they can present a case to the local council for resources to get someone like Robin involved to get something done, he says.

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INTERVIEW

Black machine rolls into town Nelson will be bowled over by the scale of the All Blacks v Argentina event, Geoff Moffett reports.

he power of the All Blacks machine – off-field rather than on – will come as a revelation to Nelson when the circus comes to town. The sheer logistics and organisation around a week in the life of All Blacks Inc is bound to surprise many as the coup in attracting the first ABs test match to Nelson shows its impact. Trafalgar Park has morphed into an all-seat stadium unlike any seen before in the city. Behind the scenes, a massive investment in time and resources will prepare the city for the eyes of the world and the tourist influx when the All Blacks play Argentina in the Investec Rugby Championship on Saturday, September 8. For a week the region will be painted black and Tasman Rugby Union chief executive Tony Lewis says we’ll not have seen the like of it before. Hosting three Rugby World Cup games in 2011 was big, but nothing like this. “It’s a completely different beast,” says Tony. “It’s not Australia v Russia, it’s the All Blacks.” He and others believe having rugby idols in the region for a week – arriving the Sunday before the game – will inspire a new generation of fans. A consortium of the Tasman Rugby Union, Nelson City Council and Nelson Regional Development Agency convinced the NZRU to bring the All Blacks to Nelson, giving the city a chance to prove it is worthy of being New Zealand’s eighth test rugby venue. 20

It sold its case well, on the back of the ‘1870 birthplace of NZ rugby’ pitch and the success of World Cup and Super Rugby games here, as well as the 2015 Cricket World Cup and other international cricket. The deal was sealed by guaranteeing the NZRU $1.2 million for the match, no matter how many tickets were sold. Nelson City Council committed $300,000, leaving the rest of the underwriting to former Tasman Rugby Union president and prominent car dealer Shane Drummond and business consortium mates Mike Fraser and Paul Jensen. Cash would only change hands if the match was a flop – and that was never going to happen. “If we’d only sold a few tickets, that would leave ‘Drummy’ needing to sell a lot of cars,” laughs Tony Lewis. The business consortium has been able to sleep easy with a full house all but assured soon after tickets went on sale to the public in June. More than half the stadium tickets sold quickly on a package deal of the test plus season tickets to Mako games.

Seating capacity explodes

In less than four weeks of building work, Trafalgar Park has been transformed for the occasion, with temporary stands providing

“It’s a completely different beast.” TO N Y L EW I S , TA S M A N R U G B Y U N I O N

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nearly 22,000 seats – compared with 7000 normally. “It’ll be a close, intense atmosphere with everyone seated close to the action,” says Tony. The requirements for an All Black test are demanding, including a ‘clean’ stadium minus advertising, and thorough organisation ranging from food and beverage catering to security. “We’re used to having 20 security guards for a Mako game,” says Tony, “but it’s 200 for this game and with only 32 guards available in the Top of the South, we’re having to bus or fly in extras at our cost.” Traffic management is another of the many issues, and the TRU will have to look after sponsors and VIPs. The thousands of new seats will need numbering and their aisles painted for identification. Nelson will also see a record influx of media. The TRU is building a media room to cater for about 62 journalists at Trafalgar Park. Then there’s transport to sort out. The All Blacks will arrive with about 220 pieces of training luggage – never mind the players’ personal stuff. Tony Lewis says TRU staff have been working overtime to prepare for the test, ticking off a considerable list to satisfy the NZRU that a top-class venue awaits. Others around the region are also working hard to make the most of the event. The Regional Development Agency and City Council are working with local businesses to show off the city and region, plus entertain visitors. A ‘fan trail’ down Trafalgar St will feature food and beverage stalls, plus bands playing. The Development Agency says match-day will be alive with activity in the city, from 1-6pm. Entertainment includes a dedicated kids’ zone, and bars will screen the game for those who haven’t got a ticket.

“… showing our region as a place which hosts major events can only boost our appeal.” M A R K R AW S O N , REG IONAL DEVELOPMENT AG ENCY

The occasion is also about marking Nelson as home to the first game of rugby – at the Botanical Reserve on May 14, 1870 when Nelson Rugby Club (formed as NZ’s first club in May 1868 as the Nelson Football Club) played Nelson College, with 18 players a side. The club won 2-0.

Influx of fans

An estimated 8000 fans from outside the region are expected to flood into town for the test, some of whom will extend their stay, spending their hard-earned cash – up to $9 million according to some guestimates. An All Blacks spokesman says that while details aren’t final, the players will spend time in the community “with their fans”. Development Agency CEO Mark Rawson says the test week is a rare chance for the region to show its wares to the world and, longer-term, promote itself as a place to live. “With technology, more people are able to work from anywhere. Lifestyle considerations are a big part of that decision, so showing our region as a place which hosts major events can only boost our appeal.” He says South America is a growing tourism market 21

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“Both councils should build a proper stadium that can host opera, concerts, sports.” TO N Y L EW I S

for New Zealand and having Argentina here is big for media exposure. The All Blacks week will also inspire young people who’ll have a chance to get close to their idols. The ABs are expected to visit schools or communities. For adults, there’s the chance to see and hear All Blacks coach Steve Hansen, who is expected to have a couple of speaking engagements. Selector Grant Fox will also be involved, speaking and playing golf at the Nelson Golf Club, for example. There’ll be anxious moments for the Tasman Rugby Union, hoping there are no last-minute snags. Organisers will get a chance to test systems two weeks before when the Mako women’s team plays Southland at the stadium. The Mako will also play in the 20,000+seat stadium the week after the All Blacks, against Taranaki. Tony Lewis says the collective energy and will of the TRU, the council and Development Agency has shown how to put together a winning case for Nelson to stand with the bigger cities in gaining events. The region has already proved its ability to organise and present world-class sport, with both the cricket and rugby World Cups coming to Nelson. “We worked very hard around the NZRU table and were able to put a compelling case with guaranteed income and the idea of bringing the All Blacks to the regions. But they would not have given us the game if our figure was, say, $800k.”

“But they would not have given us the game if our figure was, say, $800k.” TO N Y L EW I S D E F E N D S T H E $ 1. 2 M S W E E T E N E R TO T H E N Z R U

Push for covered stadium: Should Nelson have a covered stadium for sports and other entertainment? Tony Lewis thinks so. Getting the All Blacks test here should set a precedent for more big events, he says, but we need a proper stadium with a roof to compete with other cities. Trafalgar Park isn’t up to the job of attracting big-name shows. With only 7000 permanent seats (less than half of them covered), organisers of big acts are wary. Tony says the All Blacks test should be just the start of more large-scale events for the city. “I hope at the end of this match we’ve done such a great job that on Monday morning we turn and say, ‘What’s the next event’, now that we’ve produced a model that shows how it can be done.” But there needs to be a ‘boots-and-all’ attitude to make it happen. “Both councils should build a proper stadium that can host opera, concerts, sports. We’re the size of Dunedin and we’ve got Trafalgar Park with a few thousand permanent seats. “I’m not a rugby boofhead. I like going to the theatre, opera or musicals and I think this region needs a venue that can attract those events. “In a perfect world a 10,000-seat covered stadium would be brilliant. If you say that’s $100 million, that’s cheap per capita. We’ve got one of the greatest places in the world but we need to start investing in it. A stadium is part of that.” Mark Rawson, from the Nelson Regional Development Agency, isn’t as bullish as his rugby colleague, but he also feels a covered stadium is well worth public discussion. As far as future All Blacks tests are concerned, the NZRU says a review of the event will be followed by the standard allocation process where provincial unions pitch for future matches. Hopefully, Nelson will have convinced everyone it has the goods.

LOCAL CONNECTION

Go-for-it golfer spawns a pro-am BY BRENDA WEBB

een Marlborough golfer Wendy Batchelor was sitting in a doctor’s waiting room flicking through a magazine when she noticed an article about a pro-am golf tournament. Geoff Smart, the national events manager for the New Zealand Professional Golf Association, put out a call for interested regional clubs to run such an event. “I thought – why not the Marlborough Golf Club?” says Wendy, a member and enthusiastic player for many years. She immediately took the idea back to the board and club professional Jonti Philipson, who all proved just as enthusiastic. Hence the birth of a local event. The latest edition, the Whitehaven Wines Pro-Am Golf Tournament, is being held at the club’s Fairhall course on September 27. “Jonti Philipson was very keen, and with John O’Brien, we put together a small committee,” says Wendy, who started playing golf in Otago 52 years ago. “We didn’t have enough time to get a major sponsor that first year [2015]. We were going to wait until the next but six

“This is a big thing for a small club to run as we are paying the winners reasonable prize money.” JONTI PHILIPSON, MARLBOROUG H PROFESSIONAL

of our club members decided we should go ahead. Those club members, in the absence of a major sponsor, decided to contribute for the pro-am.” The tournament has since gone from strength to strength and is run in conjunction with the PGA (Professional Golf Association). “It is great for the club, Marlborough golf and New Zealand golf,” says Wendy. “It has been a challenge, but I have enjoyed getting this tournament up and running.” She is now in the process of handing over to Janet Leith and Denise Pickering. Janet pays tribute to her colleague’s work: “Wendy has been a huge asset to the golf club, with not only her organisational skills in getting this tournament off the ground but her horticultural knowledge. She’s been very hands-on with planting on the course.” Wendy bows out after the September tournament – having had Janet and Denise working alongside her to ensure a smooth transition.

Thirty teams line up

This year 30 teams, each consisting of one professional and three amateurs, will compete, playing for the three best stablefords of each team on each of 18 holes of the beautifully manicured Fairhall course. The event is the first on the PGA’s calendar for the season. A change of format this time involves a shotgun start, with teams going off all tees at 10.30am on Thursday September 27,

offering excellent viewing for spectators, with the rolling hills of Fairhall providing some great vantage points. The event begins on Wednesday evening with Jonti holding a clinic from 5-6pm. This is free for anyone interested in golf or those keen to get some tips for the pro-am the following day. Jonti, who has just returned to Marlborough after playing in the Samoan Open, says the tournament attracts some of the country’s top professionals as it sits just before the start of the Australasian circuit. Professional Harry Bateman was a star attraction last year. Jonti also acknowledged Wendy’s efforts in getting the event up and running. “She was great in that she found all the sponsors – you need to have money to pay the professionals to get them to come,” he says. “This is a big thing for a small club to run as we are paying the winners reasonable prize money.” Both Jonti and his co-professional at Marlborough Golf Club, Chas Craig, are looking forward to the tournament. On the Wednesday night, after Jonti’s clinic, everyone is invited back to the clubhouse to socialise and build a burger, washed down with a Whitehaven wine from the platinum sponsor. The course is available for professional competitors to practise on the day before. Above: Marlborough Golf Club professionals Jonti Philipson (left) and Chas Craig gear up for September’s Whitehaven Wines Pro-Am tournament. 23

Climate Change

Gearing up for more change

This page: Sunrise in Mapua Opposite page: Clockwise: Tidal areas are more at risk; flooding earlier this year at the Mapua Wharf

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Climate change is simply the environmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way of making humans pay for the fossil-fuelled modern world. Are we ready to dig deep? Helen Murdoch checks out our councilsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; responses.

Sea level rise and storm surge, erosion and flooding Damaging floods from extreme rainfall Increased pressure on freshwater resources Changes to ocean temperature, currents and chemistry The loss of unique natural ecosystems Impacts on trade relationships and migration patterns.

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iven the world’s sluggish response to decades of climatechange science, a betting person wouldn’t place money on sudden action. Worst-case scenario is the continued high emissions of greenhouse gases through our reliance on natural gas, oil and coal energies. At the other end of the scale, the most hopeful scenario sees emissions stabilise in about 2100 through a range of technologies and strategies. Earth’s temperature is a balancing act between energy entering and leaving the planet’s system. Greenhouse gases such as water vapour, methane and carbon dioxide act like a thermal blanket and slow the loss of energy into space. Global warming and cooling have occurred in past centuries, but prior to the industrialisation of 1700s these were based around natural causes. The Royal Society of New Zealand’s expert panel has summarised existing information around national risks and consequences. Chaired by Professor James Renwick, the panel identified six key risks:

Seas rising fast

The annual rate of global mean sea level rise is currently 3.2mm a year – roughly twice that of the preceding 80 years. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says we can expect oceans to rise between 28cm and 90cm by 2100. In preparing for climate change in New Zealand, the government provides the legislation and policy framework, funds research and responds to natural hazard events. Local councils prepare for and manage risks. So how are our Top of the South councils responding and what measures are they putting in place? Tasman District Council has already moved to restrict development and subdivision in coastal Ruby Bay and Mapua, plus introduced coastal setbacks in areas like Richmond West, while promoting development on higher ground. The council’s environment and planning manager, Dennis Bush-King, says climate change will not only have significant impacts on coastal settlements but also on council activities such as ensuring public access, infrastructure planning and management, regulating building and design and contributing to emergency responses. Broadly speaking, Tasman is focusing on adaptation to climate change effects that fall under three banners: planning and regulation, infrastructure and coastal management, he says. Mapua/Ruby Bay’s Coastal Risk Hazard Area is part of this process and potentially the first of many to be rolled out across some of Tasman’s 17 communities. Dennis says the council is already considering similar measures to be implemented over the next 18 months. Discussion with coastal communities, and the wider district, about where may be affected, what values are important to people and what risks they are prepared to take will precede the planning changes. “There will be a strong focus on engaging with the community.” Even without an identified zone, all new (or expanded) habitable buildings that may be affected by seawater or flooding

“There will be a strong focus on engaging with the community.” DENNIS BUSH-KING, TA S M A N D I S T R I C T C O U N C I L

are now required to have minimum ground or floor levels factoring in climate change, and subdivision in coastal areas is likely to become more difficult, Dennis says. The Ministry for the Environment now recommends all councils plan for sea-level rise of 1.5 metres by 2130, up from the previous estimate of 1 metre. With much of its population living in coastal areas and flood plains, Tasman and the Upper South Island are typical of many New Zealand regions.

Storms packing more punch

Dennis says climate change impacts in two main areas: rising sea levels and warmer, more energised weather systems. Rising oceans extend the sea’s reach inland and a warmer world means storms pack more punch – particularly when coinciding with high tides. This was evident with the storms Fehi and Gita, the former happening on the top of a king tide that worsened the impact. Sea-level rise also slows storm water drainage, thus increasing coastal groundwater levels. Along with considering its longer-term coastal strategy, Tasman District Council will investigate options for future wastewater treatment and disposal for Motueka and the Waimea Plains, the latter in conjunction with Nelson City Council and 25

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the Nelson/Tasman sewerage business unit that runs Bells Island, Dennis says. So what will Tasman look like 100 years from now? Dennis says it may not be that different. The towns will mostly still be where they are today, but our beaches will have migrated inland and housing and new infrastructure will be located on higher land. He can see our towns being more intensive and using electricitydominated transport. Their design will include flood-flow paths and swales to manage sudden downpours. More frequent droughts will promote better individual watersaving methods. Dennis says the need for more supplies will be vital. Areas close to the coast will be inundated more often by higher tides and storm surges. Low-lying flood plains will suffer as storm water and overland flows are impeded by the tide during heavy downpours. Residents will make their own choices about where they want to live as the frequency of inconvenience increases, Dennis adds. “It may be in some places, like Motueka, there are active coastal defence initiatives in place to increase the functionality of the already-built environment.” The cost of climate change will very much depend on how soon we adapt and what level of land we try to defend, he says. Through long-term planning, councils can locate infrastructure services further inland, and can signal the expectation of new housing on higher ground. However, most of this depends on community expectation and government requirements, says Dennis.

Above: Clare Barton, Group Manager of Environmental Management at the Nelson City Council; Bottom: Dennis Bush-King, Environment and Planning Manager for the Tasman District Council Opposite page: Flooding in Mapua

Building from higher platforms

Both Tasman District and Nelson City Councils are in the final stages of preparing advice to developers, surveyors, designers and engineers on future floor-level requirements. Tasman has already made what Dennis terms ‘difficult’ decisions to decline subdivision applications in high-risk areas. For example, an application on Kina Pensinula to create

“It has been further assumed that climate change will have minimal impact over the period of the 20182028 Long-Term Plan.” M A R L B O R O U G H D I S T R I C T C O U N C I L R E P O RT

eight residential lots at the end of the low-lying headland was declined by the council. Its decision was backed by the Environment Court. Likewise, Tasman is developing similar rules to build more resilient council assets and infrastructure. However, such moves do not address issues of retro-fitting or maintaining current council assets, Dennis says. The council is following national work on retreating from risky coastal land. Under Tasman’s own interim policy, it will only maintain or repair existing council-owned coastal protection, consider new works only where there are substantial council-owned capital works, and will not maintain private coastal structures. A more comprehensive coastal asset strategy is in the pipeline this year, says Dennis, and while the council has structures to protect infrastructure in some areas, in others, like Rabbit Island, it is retreating from the coast and withdrawing its assets. Climate change will undoubtably force hard conversations between communities and their councils. These are likely to cover what long-term impacts will look like, how communities can respond and the willingness of those communities to pay for changes. But nationally there also needs to be better tools for councils to withdraw people and infrastructure from high-risk areas, Dennis says.

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A top priority in Nelson

Nelson City regards climate change as a top priority and, like its neighbour, sees sea-level rise and coastal inundation as the greatest risks. Clare Barton, group manager, environmental management, says the council plans to air the topic widely with the community later this year. The discussion will focus on what approaches people want to follow, which may range from managed retreat to building measures to deal with flooding.

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“We need robust data to assess our risks and see where and who is most vulnerable and exposed.” J U DY L AW R E N C E , C O - C H A I R O F T H E C L I M AT E C H A N G E A DA P T I O N T E C H N I C A L W O R K I N G G R O U P

In May councillors agreed in principle to develop an emissions reduction strategy and work with others in local government to determine a baseline for data on emissions and actions for implementation. Emissions will be tracked, reduction opportunities explored and actions reported back in the next 12 to 24 months, says Clare. Discussions with the community on coastal hazard risk will start later this year and technical work on coastal erosion and inundation will be completed by next June. Flood risk and management will continue to be included in the Nelson Plan, while exposure to risk from coastal erosion and inundation could be considered as part of future resource consent applications. A separate report will go before the council seeking approval to consult widely with residents on coastal hazards. Meanwhile the city council will continue to work with the government on options for adaptation and responses, including understanding insurance implications. A report on actions, including the implications for city infrastructure, will be delivered by staff in the 2018/19 year and used to update plans and signal focus areas for the next three years. Natural eco-systems are not ignored, with the city’s parks and Nelson Nature teams jointly working to develop options for the potential retreat from coastal habitat. Clare says costings for climate change scenarios will be done as part of the community consultation later this year.

Marlborough to boost resilience

Building resilience is Marlborough District Council’s longer-term view on managing the impacts of climate change. Its 2018/28 Long-Term Plan assumes changes ‘as predicted’ in terms of rainfall, plus sea-level and temperature rises. “It has been further assumed that climate change will have minimal impact over the period of the 2018-2028 Long-Term Plan,” says a report. “The financial impact is assessed as low (for the period of the Long-Term Plan) as climate change on the whole is occurring very slowly, providing extended lead times for mitigation measures if required.”

However, the council’s 30-year infrastructure strategy includes climate change as one of its main infrastructure challenges. Key areas include meeting future water demands, the impacts of storm surge and sea-level rise on land drainage, and the effect of urban growth and climate change on storm water volumes. Marlborough plans to review its Wairau River Floodway Management Plan and model flood-flows so the effects from climate change and sea-level rise can be more accurately predicted. Its infrastructure strategy notes, “Minor upgrades will be sufficient to preserve existing levels of service to about 2050 but after that time other options, including accepting increased flood risk or a managed retreat from some low-lying areas, may need to be considered.” Building infrastructure to the latest standards increases resilience to floods and earthquakes, says Marlborough’s strategy. “Our financial planning is another way we will ensure we can recover as quickly as possible from emergency events, and ensuring we have reserves, flexible capital programmes and insurance to meet the expected losses.’’

Gearing up nationally

In late May Climate Change Minister James Shaw said Kiwis can expect a nation-wide climate change assessment in the next few years. This follows a recommendation from the Climate Change Adaption Technical Working Group for a national survey to identify high-risk areas. Group co-chair Dr Judy Lawrence says New Zealand must start now to assess the risks and plan in the knowledge there will be inevitable damages and losses. Being informed, being organised and taking dynamic action will underpin effective adaptation, build resilience and reduce the risks from climate change, says the group’s report. Between 1990 and 2016 New Zealand’s net carbon emissions rose 64 percent. “Previous emissions take time to show their impact and are long-lasting,” says Judy. “We need robust data to assess our risks and see where and who is most vulnerable and exposed.” Adaptation needs to be funded so people and organisations have incentives to take action. 27

Nelson Provincial Museum

Energising our past Nelson Provincial Museum is preparing for a huge move of its storehouse, while injecting high-tech flair into its shopfront. John Cohen-Du Four hears of exciting times. P H O T O G R A P H Y A N A G A L L O WAY

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useums are custodians of epiphanies,” said American art director George Lois. “These epiphanies enter the central nervous system and deep recesses of the mind.” Such is the power that museums have to heighten human experience and thought. On some level we all hunger to know what came before us, what shaped us, and what makes us special. The best museums weave magic around their storehouses of the past, revelling in the learning and celebratory opportunities their collections of human and natural history offer. In Nelson Tasman we are lucky enough to have one of the finest regional museums in the country. Lucinda Blackley-Jimson, Nelson Provincial Museum’s CEO, was brought in about two years ago ‘to create a modern museum’. With more than 20 years’ museum experience behind her, she grasped the opportunity to create a facility that she hopes will become even more valued by the people of Nelson Tasman. “We’re all about giving them a really stimulating and inviting space, right in the heart of Trafalgar St; providing exciting, relevant and intriguing stories – where we reveal things about their history they may not necessarily know. “So far, I feel we’re doing very well. We’ve smashed our visitors’ targets and won notable industry awards that have seen us beat out some of the really big guns like Auckland Museum – places with significantly bigger budgets.”

European flair in high-tech

An important part of the team is Nils Pokel, the museum’s new Experience Leader, employed since January for his headful of ideas about how a successful 21st century museum should look and perform. He smiles when asked how a German living in Bremen found his way to a museum in Nelson. “Like a lot of Europeans, it was The Lord of the Rings that put New Zealand on the radar for me. I was a digital media student at the time. In 2003 I spent six months travelling around New Zealand and studying communications at Auckland’s AUT.” Back in Germany, Nils worked in e-learning, video design and animation, but always hoped to get back to New Zealand one day. Return he did, initially teaching communication studies at AUT before working as creative director in a digital-media production house. Latterly he was digital producer and strategist at Auckland Museum, where he piloted new ways to use digital technology to create exciting new museum experiences that inject meaning and learning. “It’s not about doing the latest whizz-bang thing,” he explains. “It’s about using whatever technology you choose, with a clear sense of purpose, to entertain and provide different ways of learning to diverse audiences. “Museums intrinsically offer lots of distractions, so what you create has to be good, function well and be punchy in its delivery. You need to make the experience feel right, providing depth where necessary. You layer things, provide pathways and plant seeds. “If even a fraction of visitors reflect on what they’ve seen, share it with others, then we’ve touched their souls,” Nils adds. “That’s what we’re after. In a busy and distracting world we want the museum to cut through; be deserving of attention. Yes, we are representing history, but we’re using a very contemporary approach.”

Reinventing the presentation

“The museum’s challenge is to rethink how we operate; to take a more customer-focused approach, and be more responsive to the needs, desires and interests of the community we live in,” says Nils.

“Every regional social history collection is important to that region. It’s the story of those who lived there.” MEREDITH RIMMER

“I am excited because Nelson Provincial Museum is open to shaking things up a bit, willing to take a more agile approach in how we go about things. Seeing how the team operates, [CEO] Lucinda’s great work over the past few years and the creation of my role, all this typifies why we punch so much above our weight. We’re passionate about what we do, and keen to grow things and expand the public’s perception.” Nils cites the museum’s recent National Geographic photographic exhibition. “It was a roaring success, although it dealt with global issues rather than local stories that we would have more traditionally told. But who else could bring this experience to our region? “We have the Theatre Royal for theatre, the re-opened Nelson Centre of Musical Arts for music, Founders Park for heritage offerings, and a thriving arts scene with the Suter as our public art gallery, but in the cultural landscape, it is the museum that holds its own space. “This is why we’re so important to the region, and so highly frequented by local schools. We’re a place of taurima [caring for and entertaining] and lifelong learning, about things that go on in Nelson/Tasman, in New Zealand and in the world.”

Humanising our ancestors

Nelson is the fastest-growing city in New Zealand, Nils says. “It has a huge need for a truly awesome museum. It’s great to be here at a time when we’re recognising and building on this. This month’s ‘A Century of Saying Cheese’ exhibition typifies the way forward: a large, entirely in-house show, based on the museum’s UNESCO-recognised 29

“I am excited because Nelson Provincial Museum is open to shaking things up a bit; willing to take a more agile approach in how we go about things.” NILS POKEL

Nelson Tasman collection stands at more than 1.3 million objects, including a photographic collection of national significance, and ‘the jewel in our crown’ which is a glass-plate negative collection numbering 150,000 photographs.

Internationally recognised collection glass-plate negatives collection. It celebrates our recently completed seven-year project to digitise the entire storehouse of plates. Over four tonnes of glass – that’s as heavy as an elephant.” Nils says the process has enabled staff to see their bounty like never before, fully archived, indexed and tagged. “Our images are more accessible than ever, and therefore more able to tell the stories they hold. Visitors won’t believe the gems we’ve discovered – quirky, unexpected, left-of-field photos. They’ll see our ancestors just as we are today; contemporaries, who are very human, very diverse and capable a having a very good time. We’ve got the photographs to prove it.”

Established by pioneers

Nelson Provincial Museum is the country’s oldest. Intriguingly, it was established by the passengers on board the New Zealand Company ships Whitby and Will-Watch during their 1841 voyage bringing European settlers to the region. By September of the following year the museum found its first home – on the same Trafalgar St site as the current facility. The collection was born and grew. Meredith Rimmer is Nelson Provincial Museum’s Collection Leader. She heads the team caring for some of New Zealand’s and the region’s most precious pieces of history – treasures hidden away from the public’s gaze but nevertheless kept safe and sound, ready to be made available to the scrutiny of interested parties. “Every regional social-history collection is important to that region. It’s the story of those who lived there,” she says. The

The Tyree Photographic Collection, named for the brothers who set up their photo studio business at the end of the 19th century, has been inscribed by UNESCO in its Memory of the World New Zealand Register. “This puts it right up there with other major New Zealand heritage items, such as the Treaty of Waitangi, the women’s suffrage petition and Sir Edmund Hillary’s papers,” says Meredith. The photographic collection is used heavily by academics, authors and the public. “Just recently we had a local author researching a book on weaving. Another wanted information for a soon-to-be-nationally-released book on women in business, while a University of Otago academic made enquiries about our collection of taonga puoro [Maori musical instruments].” Members of the public particularly seek out archival photographs, family histories, property research and the history of organisations and schools. They ask about everything from old photos, letters and diaries, minute books and membership lists, to maps and plans and land deeds; plus, of course, the museum’s large general collection of objects connected to the Nelson/ Tasman region, such as furniture, ceramics, clothing and jewellery, Maori taonga items, manufactured goods and archaeological and geological artefacts. “We’ve always been very open to receiving pieces of relevance for the collection; regional items of strongly contemporary or historical significance,” Meredith explains.

Trove on the move

Pressure of space and the unique demands of modern museum storage are driving the collection’s move from its present home in Isel Park. Planning is already under way, although the actual move is still some years away. “Our Isel Park facility was opened in 1973 as the region’s museum,” says Meredith, “but when the exhibition and education functions were moved back into central Nelson, the Isel building was repurposed solely for collection storage. “Last year the museum was realigned to create a new exhibition/ education team, thus allowing the collections team to really focus its energy on planning for the shift to new premises,” Meredith says. “Isel Park has served us well for 45 years, but water-tightness, a challenging layout that makes access difficult and critical climatecontrol requirements mean it’s definitely time to move on.”

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EuroCucina

New looks & technology from EuroCucina A kitchen is arguably the heart of any home, and a lot of thought and effort initially goes into creating each and every one. Several Top of the South designers headed to Italy earlier this year, in search of ideas and to check out the latest trends at the 22nd edition of EuroCucina in Milan. Lynda Papesch caught up with three of them on their return.

n the world of kitchen design, EuroCucina ranks top of the hit list for many designers. With more than 117 exhibitor companies and the complementary Technology for the Kitchen show running concurrently, EuroCucina embodies contemporary design, technological innovation, next generation performance and energy efficiency. Providing a targeted and innovative response to the huge interest internationally in the kitchen sector, EuroCucina covers numerous aspects from new shapes, colours and materials that help to mark out the kitchen as a place for conviviality and interaction with the outside world, to technology such as the latest built-in domestic appliances and their evolution. The key concepts driving the exhibits at EuroCucina this 32

year were efficiency and evocation. Kitchens have ceased to be purely functional spaces to become domestic hubs, places for conviviality and socialising. This revival of the domestic hearth makes for an interconnected, multipurpose and professional space, yet one where emotions never fail to run high. Visitors were greeted with a vast array of top quality goods at Technology for the Kitchen, with 48 exhibitors providing an overview of the state-of-the-art technology of built-in domestic appliances with models, prototypes and concepts all on display. Mapua interior designer Jude Porter (Jude Porter Design) says she was interested in kitchen and also bathroom design, and that attending EuroCucina was important to make sure she is keeping up to date with the latest overseas trends. “One of the first things that was obvious was the use of metals. Tapware in soft golds, rose gold, black chrome and brushed stainless steel, for example. A large amount of the bathroom vanities were on black iron legs mainly or some with a soft brass finish. And there was also a big use of acrylics such as Corian for tops and basins giving a smooth clean look with the luxurious tapware.” Jude found that many of the show kitchens featured lots of metal as accents and products to resemble metal on cabinet doors. “Clean simple lines and technology were a dominant feature, complemented by deep benches with shelving at the back hidden by doors sliding across or up with the touch of a button. “Bench tops – again in acrylic – incorporated unseen cooking elements and even charge areas for cell phones, although I feel these will not be the norm for a few years yet.” Craig and Jan Taylor

“Clean simple lines and technology were a dominant feature, complemented by deep benches with shelving at the back hidden by doors sliding across or up with the touch of a button.” J U D E P O RT E R

Changes in bench tops

Open shelving in metal again and glass fronts for storage were popular for kitchens as well as dining areas, she says, as was a trend for door fronts to be framed – some with metal edging, others with a bevelled frame, mainly in timber; dark timber was prominent on cabinetry. “Bench tops had an edge profile of 6mm, 12mm also bevelled, then to 100mm, a combination of thick and thin benches. Splashbacks were mainly in the same material or colour of the bench top; no longer an individual feature.” Jude says that having an area to sit and eat in the kitchen is still popular but rather than sitting at an extended bench or a lowered area, it was overlaid tables on top of the end of an island, square, oval or round and mainly in timber. “My favourite of these was beautifully polished timber with soft chamfered edges held off the bench on tiny metal legs with one metal leg to the floor. This combined a feel of elegance along with a casual feel; great for when visitors and family like to be with you in the kitchen. Simple pendant lighting dropped down over the table adding to the inviting effect.”

Integration of appliances is still very popular, she found, with almost all fridges and dishwashers, ovens and hob areas able to be to hidden with pocket doors and improved componentry allowing effortless use even with bi-fold doors. “Overall kitchens have a clean stylish look with texture rather than colour, more integration of appliances, more of a table look than an extended island, splashback the same as bench tops, deep benches with shelving at the back covered and exposed. Other key features include metal (not chrome) taps in kitchens and bathrooms and a big use of acrylic tops with thinner profiles.” Nelson-based Bays Joinery director George Molnar finally attended EuroCucina after 26 years in business. This year a staggering 430,000 people went through the show in one week which was a real eye opener and indication of how big this event is. With the average stand value at €1 million, some of the biggest brands in kitchen manufacturing such as Dada, Scavolini and Valcucine showcased the latest upcoming trends.

Colour changes

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“EuroCucina was an inspiring showcase with some impressive and exciting new trends headed for the New Zealand market.” G EORG E MOLNAR

with the use of greys, browns and dark timbers replacing the stark white look. Black and brass details were visible in negative details, toe kicks, handle recesses and open shelving. “Benchtops in granite and engineered stone boldly appeared in contrasting thicknesses – from very thin to very thick and concluding with waterfall ends. Moving island tops also gave users the ability to expand their bench space by covering sinks and cooking areas when not in use. Very cool.” He says the addition of textured and ceramic fronts appeared a lot and added another eye-catching creative element to surfaces. Full glass displays exposed pantry and main storage units and were styled with LED lighting to really enhance the look. George noted ‘superb use of lighting’ in displays, along with negative details, toe kicks and internals of drawers completing spaces which were styled to perfection. “A memorable standout from the fair was a complete marble kitchen, worth £300,000 with marble everything – marble fronts and tops with complementary leather bar tops. “EuroCucina was an inspiring showcase with some impressive and exciting new trends headed for the New Zealand market,” he adds. Klaus and Annett Todt from Living Design have been to 34

many major furniture fairs in Germany, but this was their first to EuroCucina in Milan. They also made it a special trip for their production manager Iain Latimer to get inspired and as a thank you for his huge commitment over the years in the company. “The Salone Del Mobile offered us much more than we could have asked for, the scale was indescribable,” says Annett. “It’s the most important fair in the world for kitchens, bathrooms and furniture and this was evident, without any doubt. “The trends clearly were on porcelain tiles; not only in benchtops but in fronts for kitchens and bathrooms. The lines are very clean and the trend moves to hidden functionality like motorised benchtops opening up cooking space underneath and at the same time creating a seating area for guests.”

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which Living Design now exclusively imports to New Zealand. “We have found the holy grail to work with; all the benefits of stainless steel but with fingerprint-proof, easy-to-clean surfaces.” She says that the next big trend is to have a greenhouse for fresh microgreens integrated into the kitchen. “Healthy living is a main focus and how could it be better implemented in the kitchen than having the freshest herbs and microgreens always at your fingertips, be it planter pots in an island, room dividers with fresh greens or a designated growing station with light and irrigation? “The great thing about the Salone del Mobile is not only the fair itself but also the Brera Quarter of Milan which is transformed into over 1000 pop-up exhibitions of emerging designers, art installations, old churches and buildings transformed into show spaces, light installations and countless options to explore new design. And not to forget the inimitable food, ice cream and coffee of Italy teamed with the friendly hospitality that surrounds you everywhere. “We’ll be definitely going back next year.” 36

Nelson Kitchen Trail

o see some of the latest Nelson/Tasman kitchens why not take the Nelson Kitchen Trail and help the Cancer Society at the same time. From Wakapuaka to Mapua, enjoy a selection of new and renovated, classic and contemporary, chic and funky kitchens to suit every taste and budget. Get your map and choose the kitchens you’d like to visit during this one-day trail of installations by some of Nelson’s leading kitchen specialists. Whether you are looking to renovate a tired kitchen or have a blank canvas to design a brand-new kitchen space, you’ll find all the design inspiration and up-todate kitchen fittings, fixtures, appliances, finishes and colour schemes to help plan your dream kitchen. Proceeds go to Cancer Society Nelson as part of Daffodil Day fundraising, and the Rotary Club of Whakatu’s Rotoiti Outdoor Education Centre kitchen refit and lodge upgrade. • • • • •

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Mako Season

Leon aiming for fourth time lucky The Mako have made three premiership finals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and lost them all. Coach Leon MacDonald is hoping for a leaving present. Exciting new talent might just deliver it, Geoff Moffett hears. P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y A N A G A L L O WAY

This page: Andrew Goodman, Leon MacDonald and Shane Christie Opposite page: Leon puts the players through their paces.

“That’s what we want to see – our players getting promoted to Super Rugby and then the All Blacks.”

he Mako are out to make it fourth time lucky in the Mitre 10 Cup by farewelling coach Leon MacDonald with a longdeserved premiership trophy. Three finals in the past four years is an achievement any province should be pleased with – especially the newest in the country – but not for this Mako outfit, who are aiming to go one better as they finalise preparations for the NPC season. You couldn’t script it better – game one on August 17 is against Canterbury, the team the Mako have lost to twice in finals in the past two seasons, to go with the heart-breaker against Taranaki in 2014. And Mako fans will still have nightmares about Canterbury in the opening game last season when Tasman were thumped 39-0 at Trafalgar Park, and followed that with an away loss to Manawatu. The coach himself, in his last season at the helm before heading to the Blues, is doing everything possible to get the season off to a better start. When Leon heads north, he’d love to leave on a championship note. It would be the perfect sign-off on a Top of the South career that started with his debut for Marlborough as a 16-year-old, and has seen him coach or co-coach Tasman since 2010. “We don’t want last year’s scenario,” he says. “We turned up four or five days before the game, off the plane from South Africa with the Crusaders, and got a hiding.” Tasman, of course, bounced back, winning five of the next six matches to put them on course for the semis and another final in Christchurch – but were again the victim of another Richie Mo’unga masterclass.

Losing his firepower

Leon feels the Mako are shaping well for this latest campaign, even if he’s preparing for life without his All Blacks – props Kane Hames and Tim Perry, plus a large chunk of Tasman’s loose forward firepower in Liam Squire and newly selected Jordan Taufua and Shannon Frizell (as well as the loss of Pete Samu to the Wallabies). MacDonald, though, is not crying into his beer about the prospect of seeing little or nothing of five of his ace players. In fact, he’s celebrating the recognition of his men. “It’s great, isn’t it. That’s what we want to see – our players getting promoted to

Super Rugby and then the All Blacks. I’m really proud of the step up for Shannon and Jordan.” The coach is already used to the Mako minus Liam Squire and says it’ll be a bonus if any of the Tasman All Blacks end up wearing the Mako jersey this year. “We didn’t see Kane Hames last year either and very little of Tim Perry and David Havili.” For Leon, it’s all about opportunity for young players to step up in their place. Last year, through the absence of All Blacks and a never-ending injury toll, Tasman had to pluck 18 players out of club rugby to step up to Mitre 10 Cup. “Six or seven of those ended up playing Super Rugby by the end of the year, so it’s exciting to see them grabbing their opportunities. Promotion happens pretty quickly if you put the work in.” The Mako will again look mostly to club rugby ranks, rather than outside recruitment, to fill any holes in the squad, and chief executive Tony Lewis believes Tasman’s club scene is as strong as any competition nationwide. He praises the work of Chris Goodman, who runs the Crusaders Academy locally (“a million times better than four or five years ago”) and the work done in the clubs by Leon MacDonald, Andrew Goodman and Shane Christie. “Clubs are also recruiting well from high schools, and having a full-time community rugby analyst gives coaches and players videos on all the games. It’s getting more professional.” The Mako coach certainly has no fears about dipping into the club ranks to find new players, citing the case of Nelson club and former Nelson College prop Isaac Salmon. “He wasn’t in our squad at all last year but played pre-season footy. But with Kane and Tim called up to the All Blacks and all the injuries, suddenly Isaac gets pulled in. He plays a few games and now has a Super contract with the Blues.” Leon says last year’s injury toll, especially among props, was a coach-killer. “We didn’t just go to Plan B – we had to go to Plan C, D and E.” 39

Chief executive Tony is particularly excited by a lot of new talent, mentioning loose forward Isaiah Miller, a former Marlborough Boys’ College and Under-19 New Zealand player who’s hoping to crack the Mako squad and follow in the path of uncle Paul Miller (ex-Southland/Otago), who had a couple of games for the All Blacks in 2001. Tony also cites Hugo Nankivell, ex-Lincoln University and older brother of midfield back Alex, who made the Mako last year and won a Chiefs contract. Flanker Anty Burnett from the Stoke club and Wanderers winger Jake Berthelsen rate a mention, and NZ Under-20s wingers Leicester Faingaanuku and Jamie Spowart will also have their hands up. Even with the loss of James Lowe, the Mako will have plenty of backline excitement, and after his time with the All Blacks in 2017, David Havili’s likely full-time presence will be crucial. Leon MacDonald is particularly pleased to have signed ex-Northlander Solomon Alaimalo, a blockbusting 1.96m winger/fullback who was 2017 Rookie of the Year at the Waikato Chiefs. While props Kane Hames and Tim Perry may be rarely sighted, the Mako can call on the experience of Wyatt Crockett, who has moved to Nelson and will see out his fine career here. Leon says the ex-Nelson College star will be a good mentor for younger props. “He still plays well and the way he goes about his work is impressive. He’ll be massive for us on and off the park.”

“Will we bring something different this year? Yes, I think so.” LEON MACDONALD

Photo: Shuttersport

New blood exciting

Worries for coach

So what concerns does the coach have? “Losing Samu to Australia and Jordan Taufua – two players in one position is big. Players of that calibre don’t just pop out of the woodwork and so we’re a bit light in that No.8/6 area – so that’s an opportunity for the replacements.” Mako fans will be looking to see blindside flanker Ethan Blackadder leading the way after his impressive season with the Crusaders. “He was our rookie two seasons ago and has played nearly every game for us in two years. Now we look at him as one of our experienced players. Physically, he’s getting better and playing really well so he’ll be an important part of the team this year.” The Mako have made a name for their high-tempo, adventurous play allied to a steely defence. Can we expect any changes in approach this year, especially after Leon Macdonald’s experiences in Super Rugby? “You expect the players to reflect and review the way they perform every week and aim to get better, and we’re no different as coaches. I’m always trying to be better and I’ve got a good group around me who work very hard. As long as we’re challenging each other we’ll grow. “Will we bring something different this year? Yes, I think so. Every year you’re making adjustments and improvements. I think our game will change slightly. Our players are probably a bit more experienced.”

Breaking the jinx

So, can the Mako break through for the big prize after three finals and three defeats? “It’s the goal,” says Leon. “We’ve been focusing on what we need to do better or differently to try to take that step, but I suppose you can look too far forward at times and you can think about a final and never get there. So, we’ll just make sure we’re well-organised, prepare well and have good depth to our squad. And you can’t predict injuries – like the three at tight-head prop last season that really hit us. We are making sure we’ve got good depth in all positions.” Tasman won’t see its parade of Super players until the start of the season and, like last year, will ease them back into Mitre 10 rugby as injury and fatigue allow. “Our Super players generally come back and love playing for Tasman. They’re very proud of their team and our region,” says Leon. “It’s not a matter of trying to excite them, but actually pulling them back a bit. I’m pretty happy with where we are right now.” How does Macdonald feel about his last season in charge? “It’s really special for me. I love the place and the team. I started playing for Marlborough at 16 and went to school there so to go away and come back and be part of this team has been perfect. It’s going to be tough to leave but 18 years is probably enough in one team. It’d be nice to have a really successful season and leave this team in a good position.”

Opposite page: Top Right: Ethan Blackadder secures a lineout. This page: Alex Ainley takes on the Canterbury line.

Photo: Shuttersport

“We’ll just make sure we’re wellorganised, prepare well and have good depth to our squad.”

TASMAN’S 2018 NPC DRAW Friday, August 17, v Canterbury in Blenheim, 7.35pm start Sunday, August 26, v Southland in Blenheim, 2.05pm start Saturday, September 1, v North Harbour in Albany, 7.35pm start Friday, September 7, v Auckland in Auckland, 7.45pm start Friday, September 14, v Taranaki in Nelson, 7.45pm start Wednesday, September 19, v Manawatu in Palmerston North, 7.35pm start Sunday, September 23, v Counties Manukau in Nelson, 2.05pm start Saturday, September 29, v Wellington in Wellington, 7.35pm start Sunday, October 7, v Otago in Dunedin, 4.35pm start Thursday, October 11, v Hawkes Bay in Nelson, 7.35pm start

QUAYCONNECT EUGENE BENEKE

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Port Nelson and QuayConnect are looking forward to partnering up with the Tasman Mako this season. We are privileged to be playing a small part towards contributing to hopefully another successful season for the union.

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- Eugene Beneke, General Manager, Business Development 03 539 3864 quayconnect.co.nz

CENTRAL EXPRESS

NBS

JASON MILLAR

elson Building Society are very proud to be on board as Tasman Rugby Union’s major sponsor for another exciting Tasman Mako 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.

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0800 101 7001 111 Trafalgar St Nelson nbs.co.nz

- Jason Millar, Director, CEL

It’s rewarding to be supporting the Tasman Mako, a team that is at the heart of a community in a region that is so valuable to our business. The Top of the South is such an abundant, vibrant region and the Mako team is a true reflection of this. We are looking forward to being a part of a successful season ahead, fins Up!

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03 341 0541 centralexpress.co.nz

MIKE PERO REAL ESTATE

GLENN ROBERTS ELECTRICAL

HORTUS

MARLBOROUGH DEBBIE WEBSTER

lenn Roberts Electrical is a Nelson family business that has been operating since 1992. They have been proud supporters of the Tasman Mako since 2011 and are looking forward to another great season. Glenn Roberts Electrical can provide you with all of your electrical requirements, from minor repairs to major new builds. They have extensive experience in all types of Residential, Retail, Commercial, Solar and Automation electrical projects. 03 546 9930 glennroberts.co.nz

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As the Marlborough franchise owner, with 20+ years’ experience, I strongly believe ‘performance’ counts on all levels and in all aspects of life. My results prove that! I am delighted to be on-board as a Mako sponsor and I wish them every success for the season.

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- Debbie the Webster

ortus is your ground force for Vineyard Management, Labour Supply, Gardens and Landscaping. We’re celebrating 10 years of delivering the greatest service for our clients and providing the best working environment for our employees. We’re proud to continue supporting the Tasman Mako Men’s and Women’s teams and wish them all the best for 2018. Go the Mighty Mako! 03 578 4681 info@hortus.co.nz hortus.co.nz

021 797 454 debbie.webster@mikepero.com

AQUANORT POOLS

J STEWART BUILDERS

NELSON BEDS

or 50 years the Norton name has been synonymous with all things to do with swimming pools in Marlborough. We are very proud to be sponsoring the Tasman Mako team.

Jason and his team would like to wish them all the best for the upcoming season.

Aquanort Pools has the expertise to be able to offer a ‘Complete One-stop Pool Service’. Come on in and see our professional fully trained staff for expert advice.

Come in and talk to us about giving you... a sleep you won’t remember at a price you won’t forget.

021 495 876 jstewartbuilders@xtra.co.nz

03 578 5928 aquanort.co.nz

Stewart Builders once again is pleased to support and be part of the 2018 Tasman Mako season. Locally owned and operated and like the Tasman Mako, J Stewart Builders have built up a strong and dedicated team.

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03 547 4567 59 Quarantine Rd, Nelson nelsonbeds.co.nz

NORWOOD

LIFE BROKERS

MARLBOROUGH/TASMAN

JASON KILWORTH

orwood Farm Machinery Centre Marlborough/ Tasman is proud to sponsor the Tasman Mako this season. Norwood’s are also proud to supply the most trusted farm machinery brands in the world, along with expertly trained staff to keep farmers moving when it matters most.

he team at Nelson Beds are proud to sponsor the Tasman Mako. Our aim is to make sure that you receive the bed that is right for you.

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Having been involved in rugby pretty much all of my life either as player, a coach or supporter, and having sponsored JAB, senior and now ITM Cup rugby teams, we know how important community support is to sport. Like sport and the community, insurance is also an integral part of our society because it financially supports us in times of loss. So if you need advice across any sort of insurance or Kiwisaver, here are our details. Go the Mako! - Jason Kilworth

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021 221 4065 jason@nzlifebrokers.co.nz

FORKLIFT HIRE SERVICES

orklift Hire Services has been servicing local businesses in Blenheim for 25 years. Locally owned and locally focused Forklift Hire is a proud supporter of the Tasman Mako. Sponsoring JAB rugby and local wine industry events among others forms part of our guiding principle of involvement in the community. 03 579 2921 21 Redwood St Blenheim forklifthireservices.co.nz

A huge thank you to all of our loyal sponsors! WADSCO MOTORWORLD

JOHNSTON ASSOCIATES SOUTH

s a fast-growing firm, we have a passion for business that is reflected in our clients’ success. Just like the Tasman Mako, we appreciate the value of a high-performing team that is renowned for its dynamics, experience and impressive reputation. Johnston Associates South - proud to be backing local teams and local businesses.

LEES SEYMOUR

JARED MORRIS

e are very proud to have watched the steady success year-on-year as part of our 14-year association with the Tasman Mako. Wadsco Motorworld and the Motorworld Group look forward to continuing their long-term relationship with the Mako for the next 14 years and beyond! 03 578 5199 53-59 Scott St Blenheim wadsco.co.nz

Nelson: 03 548 7437 Blenheim: 03 578 7123 jacalsouthisland.nz

NELSON FORESTS

elson Forests would like to congratulate the Tasman Mako team on its achievements over the past 12 years! Go the mighty Mako! Have another great season, we all love supporting you here at Nelson Forests.

03 543 8115 nelsonforests.co.nz

INTESAFETY

TLC

THE MARKETING STUDIO

AARON NEIGHBOURS

INSURANCE

CHRIS BUTLER

LC has been insuring heavy machinery in the Nelson region since 1998, and at claims time 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 U19 ‘Future Mako’ and wish them well at the upcoming nationals.

ntesafety is pleased to again be supporting the Tasman Mako in what is a big year for rugby in the region. Like the success of the Mako on the field, Intesafety aims to support your business on its journey to make Health and Safety the way you do business. We specialise in developing leading systems, including investigation, risk management and assurance. Don’t wait, call us this season to discuss how we can make Health and Safety work for you. Fins Up 2018!

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

027 215 0765 intesafety.co.nz

03 546 8269 themarketingstudio.co.nz

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CROWN SHEETMETAL

rown Sheetmetal is proud to once again support the Tasman Mako for the upcoming 2018 season. We are looking forward to offering our encouragement (advice) from the sidelines, and hope to see and hear all the Marlborough and Nelson fans at the grounds in their support of the Mako team. Go the Mako! Fins Up and have a great season. Crown Sheetmetal: Your wine tank and receival bin specialists. 03 577 6310 crichton@crownsheetmetal.co.nz

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 Mako team too - by cheering your heart out from our corporate tent at Lansdowne Park this season! WK: Business Advisors dedicated to the success of our clients and community.

We are a platinum Xero adviser and can provide you with advice, training and ongoing support for Xero and industry-specific add-ons. 03 545 6565 mmca.co.nz

arlborough Osteopaths are proud to continue backing the Mako and being a part of the Mako 500 Club. We are looking forward to helping increase the crowd noise and watching the exciting Mako brand of rugby. Come along and see our professional, friendly team to get your aches, pains and niggles sorted out. #FinzUp 03 578 4434 162 Scott St, Blenheim mosl.co.nz

03 578 0180 wk.co.nz

TE PĀ FAMILY VINEYARDS

MANOLI AERAKIS

e are proud to support the Mako team this year. Just like the coaches of the Mako team, we get down on the field with our clients. We pride ourselves on helping business owners with the things that keep them awake at night.

MARLBOROUGH OSTEOPATHS

ADVISORS & ACCOUNTANTS

MMCA

he Marketing Studio is a proud supporter of the Tasman Mako. Create 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.

R.M TRANSPORT LIMITED

03 570 5192 facebook.com/tepawines tepawines.com

Terry Wilson: 0274 350 277 Steve Healy: 027 244 3493

e Pā Family Vineyards of Marlborough is a long-time supporter of the Tasman Mako team. Our acclaimed te Pā and Pā Road wines are available in good supermarkets and independent liquor stores across the NelsonTasman region, and by giving them a try, you can support our family owned business like we support the Mako team.

.M Transport Limited are pleased to be involved with the Tasman Mako. Both of us have played club and representative rugby in our former years where apart from enjoying playing the game’ we have made lifelong friendships where we still enjoy the comradery today. What we got from this sport we are now very happy to be putting back in, so it is with great pride and passion that we support the Tasman Mako. R.M Transport Limited, Blenheim 43

WORLD TRAVELLERS

NELSON AIRPORT ROBERT EVANS

elson Airport is once again pleased to support the Mako team this season. As one of the most recognisable and successful sports teams in New Zealand, the success of the Mako is an example of what can be achieved when great people get together for a common purpose. All the best for the season and we’ll be right behind you.

03 547 3199 nelsonairport.co.nz

MOTUEKA

0800 804 737 135 High St Motueka worldtravellers.co.nz/motueka

Trailways Hotel, Delorenzo’s Apartments 0800 HOTELS & The Hotel Nelson munrohotelgroup.co.nz

orldTravellers Motueka are again proud sponsors of the Tasman Mako and we are looking forward to a very successful season. We have been delighted to assist by flying in prospective players over the past five seasons to help mould an impressive team. WorldTravellers Motueka, 100% locally owned.

THOMPSON PROPERTY GROUP

irected by Gaire and Nanette Thompson and 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 Mako teams a successful season. Fins Up!

03 545 1092 thompsonpropertygroup.co.nz

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

Preferred agency for the Tasman Mako since 2010.

Find us: 193 Rapaura Rd, Marlborough

021 640 800 gustodesign.com

03 572 7170 vinesvillagecafe.co.nz

PARADISE BROKERS

RICHARD NEWSON

KENN BUTLER

nce again Harrington Eyecare is proud to support the Tasman Mako and we wish the team all the best for the upcoming season.

River Kitchen is the perfect place to stop for your lunch before the game. Fins Up!

We are sure you will do the province proud again. Fins Up from Richard and the Harrington Eyecare team.

Nelson: 546 9160 Richmond: 544 9160 harringtoneyecare.co.nz

ROUT MILNER FITCHETT

he Vines Village Café is proud to support the 2018 Tasman Mako. From feeding the team a hearty brunch on game day to hosting a Mako Kids’ Day out on our on-site rugby field on Aug 26th, we invite rugby fans young and old to explore, taste and relax amongst our spacious lakeside grounds in Marlborough.

HARRINGTON EYECARE

lare and Blue at River Kitchen are delighted to support the Tasman Mako and wish them all the best for the coming season.

aradise Brokers is a specialist provider of fully customised business insurance solutions. The company recently took out the NZME Customer Excellence Award at the 2017 Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. The judges said, “Kenn Butler strives to ensure his clients feel valued and important, his integrity and values are well known and highly respected.” Fins Up ~ we are proud to be a sponsor of the Mako team. 03 548 2211 paradisebrokers.co.nz

TRANSLOG SERVICES

CRAIG MORICE

018 will be a big year for the Tasman Mako and the Tasman Rugby Union who are hosting the first ever All Black test here in Nelson. Rout Milner Fitchett are proud to sponsor the Tasman Mako and look forward to another successful season. We provide legal advice to the Tasman Rugby Union, including contractual advice for many of its players and coaches. We wish the Mako and the Union all the best for the 2018 season.

03 548 0064 craig@rmf-law.co.nz nelsonlaw.co.nz

03 543 5220 info@translog.co.nz translog.co.nz

VINES VILLAGE CAFÉ

he Munro Hotel Group is proud to be a sponsor of the Tasman Mako. The Munro Hotel Group offers three different hotels in three different styles. All three of our properties in the Nelson area are 100% locally and New Zealand owned. Our friendly caring staff will greet you with a warm New Zealand welcome as you arrive for a luxurious stay in the beautiful city of Nelson.

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RIVER KITCHEN

03 548 1180 81 Trafalgar St Nelson riverkitchennelson.co.nz

MUNRO HOTEL GROUP

ranslog Services is a leading company providing the servicing of construction and forestry equipment across the Nelson/ Marlborough area. We also supply Ryco 24/7 hose and fitting services within the Nelson area. Translog Services is proud to be a supporter of the Tasman Mako team.

RICHMOND ROAST HOUSE CAFÉ

arry ‘a.k.a Higgy’ Higgins has been a hugely passionate supporter of rugby being a front rower for some 500 senior games and NPC rep. The Richmond Roast House Café, and Nelson Roast House Café want to throw their weight behind the Tasman Mako team for 2018 and wish them a great season. Richmond: 03 544 0600 Nelson: 03 548 2107 garry@richmondroasthouse.co.nz richmondroasthouse.co.nz

A huge thank you to all of our loyal sponsors! NELSON ORTHODONTICS

elson Orthodontics is proud to promote dental safety by supplying mouth guards to the Mako team and to over 50,000 junior players in the Tasman region over the past 12 years. We look forward to working alongside the Tasman Mako again this season and being a part of the excitement they bring to our region. 03 546 6981 27 Waimea Rd Nelson nelsonortho.co.nz

rinthouse has been a supporter, sponsor and supplier of print for Tasman Rugby since day one. Tony Woodall is a current TRU board member and our staff are mad Mako fans. We have supplied the region with quality print, labelling and packaging for over 25 years.

03 543 9480 printhouse.co.nz

he team at WildTomato are proud to be a sponsor of the Tasman Mako. We are excited to cheer them on for the season ahead! We hope you enjoy the Mako Feature in this issue... enjoy the read! #FinzUp 258 Hardy St Nelson wildtomato.co.nz

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METRO DIRECT

etro Direct Nelson delivers inspirational glass solutions to the Nelson region just as the Mako deliver inspiration to all their fans. Metro Direct Nelson is dedicated to providing an exceptional customer experience based around selection, quality, workmanship and performance. For all your glass needs including Retrofit Double Glazing, Balustrades, Showers, Splashbacks, Residential/Commercial Fit-out and Repairs, please come and see us. Go the Mako! 03 546 5365 metrodirect.co.nz

MS FORD

t MS Ford we know a fair bit about power, performance and speed, which is why we are proud sponsors of the mighty Tasman Mako for yet another season. For a vehicle that can keep up with even the most active of Mako supporters, give the team at MS Ford a call. All the best for the 2018 season boys! #FinzUp 03 548 9189 msford.co.nz

NELSON TAILORS MENSWEAR

GLENN FLEMING

ig-time fans, long-time sponsors, once again Summit Real Estate has joined the feeding frenzy as 2018 1ST XV sponsors of the Tasman Mako. 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 Mako! #FinzUp

WILDTOMATO

LEE BABE

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 Mako team all the best for the upcoming season ahead.

03 545 6100 summit.co.nz

NELMAC

JEFF HULME & LIAM BOSHOFF

TONY WOODALL

TASMAN

SUMMIT

PRINTHOUSE

elson Tailors Menswear is proud to support the Tasman Mako team for the season ahead. Fins Up 2018! Nelson Tailors Menswear offers an impressive selection, from casual wear to black tie. A full on-site men’s and women’s alteration service is available. Pop in and see us at our Trafalgar Street store. 03 548 7655 155 Trafalgar St Nelson suithire.co.nz

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CHOKDEE

hokdee is a proud supporter of the Tasman Mako and they are excited for the season ahead. They invite you to treat your family to the exquisite and delicious flavours of Thailand, where food is prepared from scratch the traditional way only using only the freshest ingredients. They cater to vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free diets along with low spice tolerances or a meal that really has a kick to it! Nelson: 03 539 0282 Motueka: 03 528 0318 chokdee.co.nz

ZEROSTONE

NELSON TILE & SLATE CENTRE

MARK CESSFORD & JOHN VAN DE SCHOOTBRUGGE

MIKE LAWSON

03 547 0562 2 Braeburn Lane Stoke, Nelson info@insitenelson.co.nz insitenelson.co.nz

03 548 7733 nelsontileandslate.co.nz

027 201 1049 mike@zerostone.co.nz zerostone.co.nz

e are a locally owned and operated company that specialises in the manufacture of aluminium windows and doors. We have been a member of the Mako 500 Club since its inception and we wish them all the best for the coming season.

wned and operated by Brent and Trudie Wright, the company prides itself on its comprehensive design and laying service with over 30 years’ experience, and on ensuring projects are finished to the highest standards. After an expert consultation with our staff you will be provided with a free quote so that our service can focus on exceeding your expectations. Go the Mighty Mako!

eroStone Investigations, since being established, have supported Tasman rugby. We are excited about the opportunities now available to our local 1st XV and young players. We look forward to another great Mako season, and watching the transition of local players from the junior ranks to Mako apprenticeships, and further!

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SHOE OF THE MONTH

Young and snappy

ore so than in the past, the younger guys of today are more inclined to appreciate new styling and colours in footwear and are prepared to update more regularly. Having their shoes last ‘forever’ is less important than looking fresh, trendy and snappy. Having more than just one pair to do all things, for most, is a thing of the past and the modern lady likes to think her man is up with the play. This cool boot is an example of a very popular look out there.

Wild Rhino ‘Drake’, $219.90. Black, tan or dark grey from Taylors… we love shoes, Nelson and Richmond.

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FA S H I O N S H OWC A S E

Green, with enviable style B Y S O N YA L E U S I N K S L A D E N

Take a good hard look at your present wardrobe, your lifestyle, personal style, body shape and complexion...

reen is the new black in fashion – or so the spin on sustainable fashion goes. And while there’s nothing especially new about having an environmental conscience around what we choose to wear, the ‘new green’ is at last becoming fashionable in its own right. But what does this mean exactly? Is the home-spun, organic-cotton, op-shopping hippie stereotype suddenly cool, or is there more to it than that? Actually, there’s a lot more to it than that, and it doesn’t have to mean depriving yourself of new and beautiful things. More sustainable fashion is about making better choices and taking a longer-term approach to your wardrobe. For instance:

local boutiques that stock top-quality labels, in preference to fast-fashion chain stores. You will also be supporting your local economy.

Educate yourself. Making good choices is trickier if you’re not too sure what a good choice for you actually is. This might mean taking action to learn what you need to know to confidently answer questions like, ‘What do I really need?’ ‘What suits me?’ and ‘What will make a great investment for me?’. Take a good hard look at your present wardrobe, your lifestyle, personal style, body shape and complexion, and develop a shopping strategy that will provide you more style for less money and environmental waste.

Buy less, buy better. Buying less is not about doing with less, necessarily. It’s about spending a little bit more on quality and making better choices to avoid excess and waste. Aim for a smaller but refined and higher-quality wardrobe. Support 54

Look after your stuff. Clothing care and repair might not be very sexy, but as well as preserving the look of your clothes, it can result in less waste. Take pride in carefully washing, ironing,

de-pilling, polishing and repairing the clothes you love. This, in combination with investing in higher-quality garments, can significantly reduce the amount of resource and energy wastage.

Support local. Buy from local designers and makers. You reduce the carbon footprint associated with overseas production, and you support local business. Get to know who the designers are, what they specialise in and those who resonate best with your personal style.

Recycle and restore. The number of second-hand charity and re-sale clothing stores has grown steadily over the years. As a result, a plentiful supply of affordable, pre-loved clothing can help to satisfy that urge all fashion-loving women have from time to time – to shop for something new. In place of chainstore ‘retail therapy’, consider getting your ‘fix’ by buying pre-loved clothing.

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Helping people to find a place called home BY R E N É E L A NG | P HO T O G R A P H Y BY I S H NA JAC OB S

uying or selling a house is recognised by most people as being one of life’s most potentially stressful situations. So it really does make good sense to work with someone you not only trust, but who also offers a good dose of life experience. Cue the arrival on the residential real estate scene of Jo Hender, who’s recently come to the job via a fascinating and ultimately very practical and results-oriented career. A member of Team Lydia Heyward at the Bayley’s office in Richmond, Jo is enjoying benefiting from Lydia’s 30 years of real estate experience and is pleased to have such a solid and expert background to draw on. She already knows the area well as she’s lived in Richmond with her two boys for some years now. But her arrival here was not by the normal route in that around 20 years ago she and her partner at

“I feel at home in this market as I’ve bought and sold several times myself.” JO HENDER

the time sailed to New Zealand on a 9.7m yacht using just a sextant for navigation. Jo is very happy that she ended up here with her boys: “I would never take my kids anywhere else; I just love it here so much. This country blows me away,” she says enthusiastically. After her children arrived, she thought long and hard about what to do next and decided that she could best combine her love of people and the community by working part-time for Plunket. But even though she loved the work she really needed a full-time job and so when an opportunity arose at Colourplus in Richmond, she jumped at it and it was at this point that her sales career truly began. It was the ideal job in so many ways because not only did she get to meet lots of interesting people, she found she really enjoyed helping them reach their goals, be it choosing the right colour for walls and drapes, or any other matter related to interior design. At the back of her mind, though, Jo had long nurtured the possibility of entering the world of real estate, especially after buying and selling through Lydia Heyward, which she found to be a very positive experience. Thus the seed was sown and after she mentioned

her interest, Lydia came back with an invitation for Jo to work as her PA and learn the business from the ground up. “That was that,” says Jo. “I came here a year ago and it’s been fantastic. Lydia is very thorough in everything she does and I like the way she deals with people; we’re similar in that respect. She likes to understand where they’re coming from, what they want to achieve and how to make it work for everyone.” Jo now has her real estate licence and is genuinely excited about gaining experience in her new career and being associated with such a well-respected brand. “Residential is my thing,” adds Jo. “I feel at home in this market as I’ve bought and sold several times myself and I enjoy helping people find what they are looking for.” Contact Jo to get your free appraisal.

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INTERIOR

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The cottage design is all about creating light, bright and welcoming spaces. In this collection we have incorporated the use of the colour black to create a more modern feel to the classic style.

Blending contemporary with classic items helps to create something that is timeless. For example, a classic old chest looks amazing with a bold contemporary chair and a glamorous vintage chandelier.

Using a variety of throws, pillows and rugs throughout your home creates instant warmth and homely vibes. This style inspires a mixture of colours, textures and patterns. Using repetitive patterns will also help to bring your final look together.

In contrast to the light walls commonly used in cottage-style homes, exposed wood beams and dark wood flooring add depth and enhance the look.

When thinking of the floor plan, create cosy reading nooks and load them with leather-bound or worn and tattered books to bring richness and character to empty surfaces. Lastly, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never enter a cottage home without coming across a freshly picked bunch of blooms!

Beverly six-light chandelier from The Lighthouse Nelson: $1499.00 Vase from Moxini: $169.00 Jewellery box from Moxini: $189.00 Large crate: $110; medium crate: $89; small crate $79.90; wool and silk throw from Moxini: $299 5. Round sidetable from Moxini: $198.95 6. Holmes trunk from The Lighthouse Nelson: $2495.00 1. 2. 3. 4.

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“I am pitching at a certain level and it has to be beautiful so I have gone for really lovely things.” CLAIRE G LENISTER

MY HOME

Grand dame

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P H O T O G R A P H Y J I M TA N N O C K

estled at the end of a long, tree-lined driveway in rural Marlborough is an elegant 100-year-old villa that Claire Glenister has spent the past year renovating. The interior designer’s flair is evident in the bold colour schemes, clever mix of modern and antique fittings, contemporary art and sumptuous furnishings, including leather, fur and marble. Former Aucklander Claire saw the property on a website quite by chance. “This place found me rather than me finding it. I was living on Waiheke Island after moving there from Auckland but was looking for a lifestyle block with the idea of running a casual-style luxury lodge.” She immediately flew down to Marlborough in February 2017 and fell in love with the property. “It was very much a ‘Yes’ moment,” she says. “It just felt right.” A few months later the deal was done and Claire moved to Marlborough. She immediately set about putting her own special touch on the property, refurbishing the house with a mix of modern and antique furnishings but making strong use of existing features. Luckily, nothing structural had to be done to the 1918 villa and Claire was happy with the kitchen, so she set about creating drama in the living areas and four bedrooms and gutting the bathrooms, which, she felt, needed the ‘wow’ factor.

1. Turn of the century charm in Marlborough’s Rowley Crescent 2. A specially chosen chandelier highlights the handprinted wallpaper in the entrance. 3. Bedroom in the freshly decorated homestead 4. Special touches including fine art, flowers, books and bowls add personality. 5. Looking through to the ensuite from one of the bedrooms 6. Leather and natural skins provide colour and texture in the living room. 7. Wrap around verandas are perfect for breakfast or a twilight drink.

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The house was moved to the site 20 years ago from a Wratts Rd property and subsequent owners have added their touches, fortunately retaining the character and impressive timber features such as rimu doors, architraves and skirting boards. “I am pitching at a certain level and it has to be beautiful so I have gone for really lovely things,” says Claire. Appliances were all updated, luxurious new curtains added, a smart colour scheme used throughout and new furniture carefully selected to suit the luxury lodge theme. The rimu joinery formed the basis for her colour scheme in the living area. Claire emphasised its rich hue by adding a Brazilian marble coffee table with the same cognac colour running through it, plus a deerskin and two leather poufs. Her talent at sourcing lights is evident with French antique lightshades in the hallway and a dazzling chandelier in the entrance. The striking handprinted wallpaper in the hallway was also specially sourced. “I’ve worked as a designer for 15 years and have mainly worked for clients where there is always an element of compromise – I’ve found decorating this place very liberating,” she says. “During my career I’ve built up a lot of contacts, and I’ve gone far and wide to find the right items for this house.” Claire has also spent time in the gardens enjoying the space and tranquillity the property offers. She’s added kwila decks so guests can enjoy the morning sun off the living room. Large wrap-around verandahs are a feature of the villa, providing plenty of shade on Marlborough’s long, hot days and a perfect spot to enjoy a glass of local wine. 8. The light and airy country kitchen features original timber flooring. 9. A free-standing bath in one of the ensuites 10. Combining careers in hospitality and designing is former Aucklander Claire Glenister. 11. Soft cream and beige tones in a bedroom allow the textures to dominate.

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MY GARDEN

Wondrous horticultural

sculpture garden BY SOPHIE PREECE

stablishing a cactus corner in a Moutere café was something of a rescue mission for sculptor Che Vincent. As a child growing up at the Riverside Community in Lower Moutere, he would often visit Garnet Drummond and the cactus house behind his home, which he describes as “a wondrous, overgrown jungle of succulent vines, spikey stems and strange flowers”. ‘Garney’s’ knowledge of Latin names and rare species eluded the young Che, but a fascination with horticulture and cacti did not. Plants all have a pattern, or fractal, to the way they grow, but it is often lost in “the random-seeming branch structure,” he says. “But within cacti, everything is moved down to such a small form, that you can really see those growth patterns again.” Che’s fascination with natural patterns has travelled with him through life, and is seen in his sculptures – delicate, detailed copper work – and in his fascination with growing bonsai. “It’s working with the growth patterns and fractals that are already there. It’s where my horticulture and sculpture come together.” When Che returned to Riverside eight years ago he took his German sister-in-law 62

to visit Garney, to discover that his mentor was no longer able to care for his ‘jungle’ and was getting rid of his collection. Some had already been sold, but Che resolved to keep the rest together, and bought the remaining stock. The rescue mission involved carefully clipping their way in to the hostile environment, because most cacti have sharp spines to protect them from animals and help preserve water. They transferred all they could, including two huge golden globes (Echinocactus grusonii) now in the garden’s centre bed, which were planted in 1958 and 1963 to mark the birth of Garney’s two daughters. In 2013, Che opened an extraordinary garden at the edge of the Riverside Café, and called it The Garney Drummond Collection, as a memorial to the cactus collector, who had since passed away. Now cacti and succulents thrive in what looks like an alien landscape, with golden thorns emerging from textured green balls, flamboyant pink flowers springing from severe spiky spheres, and ‘stones’ revealing themselves as plants. Che explains that cacti are a

Che’s fascination with natural patterns has travelled with him through life, and is seen in his sculptures… family of plants, while a succulent is a description of plants that use thick fleshy leaves or stems to store water. All cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti. While the garden’s cacti hail from the Americas, its non-cacti succulents come from other parts of the world, such as the Euphorbia and aloes, which mostly come from Africa. Regardless of their provenance, the garden’s plants are curiously charming, despite their spikes, in Che’s very own wondrous jungle.

Top, clockwise: Echinocactus grusonii, or golden ball, is endemic to east-central Mexico. Che thinks the Riverside examples are the biggest in New Zealand; All plants have patterns, but with cactus they are easier to see, like the spirals in the Mammillaria ; At first glance, it seems full of cacti, but this is in fact a succulent garden.

WELLBEING

Feeding your muscles and membranes Keep up the protein intake all day, says Emily Hope.

rotein is a major macro-nutrient needed by the body. It forms proteins that are needed to build muscle cells and cell membranes. It also acts as enzymes and transport-vehicles within the body. As a result, the amount and quality of the protein you eat is important to your overall health and wellbeing. Protein is composed of individual parts called amino acids, which are joined together in varying lengths. There are 20 different amino acids in total, but nine of these can’t be made by the body and must be provided by the food we eat. These are called essential amino acids. Such acids are predominantly found in animal-based foods such as beef, lamb, chicken, fish, seafood, eggs, milk, cheese and yoghurt. Quinoa and soybeans provide plant-based sources of these essential amino acids. Vegetarians need not worry because if they consume a wide variety of good-quality plant-based sources of protein throughout the day and in mixed meals, they will get all of the essential amino acids they need. Meals such as a cheese and vegetable omelette, a lentil and vegetable dhal served with

brown rice, or a roast vegetable salad with quinoa and toasted seeds would do the trick. The important thing to remember, however you choose to eat, is to enjoy protein-rich foods throughout the day. This is highly beneficial to your health and wellbeing for a number of reasons: √ Protein is highly satiating, which means it fills you up so you are more likely to feel satisfied by what you eat. √ Eating protein to supply amino acids helps to ensure you switch on muscle protein synthesis, which is your body’s ability to build and maintain lean muscle. This is particularly important after movement or activity. √ Protein plays a key role in regulating our hunger hormones, so eating a protein-rich meal or snack helps to sustain energy levels between meals. Here are some ideas for spreading protein intake across the day (protein-rich food sources are highlighted in bold):

There are 20 different amino acids in total, but nine of these can’t be made by the body and must be provided by the food we eat. Breakfast Oats cooked with chia seeds and water, topped with Greek yoghurt, pumpkin seeds and seasonal fruit.

Snack Wholegrain crackers topped with hummus and cheese.

Lunch Vegetable dhal served with toasted sourdough.

Snack Medjool dates stuffed with peanut or nut butter.

Dinner Roast lamb served with roasted pumpkin, potato and steamed greens sprinkled with lemon juice and toasted sliced almonds. hopenutrition.org.nz

Above: Oats cooked with chia seeds and water, topped with Greek yoghurt, pumpkin seeds and seasonal fruit 63

MY HISTORY

Unlikely, and captivating BY BRITT COKER P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y C A M E R O N M U R R AY

wanndris don’t feature much on the New Zealand art scene so it’s interesting that an overseas artist saw the bush-shirt as a notable part of our culture. In the case of Modglianis’ Trout, on an unmissable scale. The mural, transforming concrete into canvas, has added chutzpah to Nelson’s city centre since 1995. Finnish artist Sirpa Alalaakkola was WWOOFing her way round the country and stopped over at the Nelson YHA. The manager had seen a mural of hers in Havelock (an orange tuatara – it’s still there) and asked her to paint ‘something different’ on the wall of the YHA. Sirpa’s last home was New York city so she was as much inspired by our wide open spaces as she was at the time by the artist Amedeo Modigliani. Modigliani was an Italian sculptor and painter who lived like he was the life of the party, until aged 35, when he wasn’t a life anymore. Despite his works selling for astronomical prices in recent decades, his distinctive style of elongated, masklike faces did not enchant the art-lovers of his time and he died destitute and tubercular in 1920. His portraits were mostly interior scenes, combining sombre colours with inscrutable faces. Modigliani seems completely unconnected to New Zealand – a fish out of water, you might say – but this incongruity adds a layer of perplexity to an otherwise typical Kiwi scene. Just don’t look for a message because you won’t find it. Sirpa says; “There’s nothing deep and meaningful in it. I don’t do that stuff.”

A few litres and a scissor-lift It took her about a fortnight to complete the mural, using just three litres of paint and a scissor-lift. In exchange, she received free accommodation at the YHA. 64

“There’s nothing deep and meaningful in it. I don’t do that stuff.” A RT I S T S I R PA A L A L A A K KO L A

This doesn’t seem like a fair deal for adding character to a city centre, but does explain why some artists die destitute. Admittedly, there is not much risk of that happening to Sirpa, who is now a successful, full-time artist still inspired by our outdoorsy living and jaw-dropping landscapes. Based in the Marlborough Sounds for the last 20 years, she lives a life like the people in her paintings – kayaking, swimming and mountain biking (none of these wearing a Swanny, we should add). The Nelson City Council and YHA went ‘halvesies’ in a repaint of the mural in 2012, revitalising the colours of the landscape, that trout and our

backcountry version of the little black dress. Sirpa actually wanted to paint over the mural instead, “maybe a bush scene or something like that”, but the council said it had become an icon. Not only did she want to replace the mural, she is not even keen on their existence: “Why do people build ugly buildings and big concrete walls in the first place? It should be part of the initial architecture and design, to make buildings look attractive without any murals. It’s kind of like a plaster in a way, to paint colourful murals to hide the ugliness. It doesn’t solve the core problem, but it helps.” In this case, it helps rather a lot.

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he knowledgeable and friendly team at The Sellers Room in Stoke is committed to providing its clients with outstanding service and skills. Whether it’s a kitchen, bathroom or commercial fit out, Myles and Margarette Sellers and their capable staff will help plan and complete the project with style and expertise. They pride themselves on their workmanship and were therefore both delighted and excited to win two awards at the New Zealand Master Joiners Awards 2018. The company won the Best Specialty Fitment category and the Nelson/ Marlborough Best Region. Both awards recognised their workmanship and expertise which was particularly exceptional given the high standard of joiners in the Nelson and Marlborough region, according to Margarette. “We were very excited to be recognised nationally and very proud to be part of a skilled team that performs consistently,” she said. “To be recognised as leaders in our field was very special.” The Best Fitment award was for a fit-out of Munns the Man’s Store at Tower Junction in Christchurch, showing their versatility. The Sellers Room team includes joiners, detailers, designers and IT people, all of whom take huge pride in their work.

Their fully interactive showroom at Stoke is one of the most up to date and comprehensive in the Top of the South and offers a select range of products, inspired design and leading-edge technology. Myles, Margarette and the team are on hand to guide through what can be difficult decision making and help with inspiration and design ideas. They offer a full service from consult and design through to manufacture and installation of kitchens, bathrooms, laundries and even storage spaces for areas such as bedrooms and garages. “We turn off our own likes and dislikes and really listen to our customers so we can bring their dreams to reality,” says Margarette. “We feel we give them solutions that are workable and practical.” With a huge range of products on the market today the choice can be bewildering. At The Sellers Room only high quality, low maintenance products with good warranties are stocked, making the choice so much easier. “We don’t believe in complicating the issue by offering everything on the market – the products we have are hand-picked for their quality, value and colour range,” says Margarette. “We stock the products that give the best deal for the client and have the backup support and warranty for both clients and us. It’s very rare for us to go back to

“We were very excited to be recognised nationally and very proud to be part of a skilled team that performs consistently.” MARGARETTE SELLERS

tweak something because we have already sourced the products that offer the best durability and highest quality. “We’ve been around long enough to have chosen products knowing how good they are. We don’t compromise on quality.” Being local means The Sellers Room team is always available. Likewise, clients are always welcome to drop in to the factory and see how their new kitchen, laundry, wardrobe or entertainment unit is progressing. They operate between Nelson and Christchurch and all the work, including their unique lacquering system, is done at their showroom in Stoke.

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MY KITCHEN

Warming winter broth Gorgeous spices, fresh fish and a heavenly coconut sauce make for a simple yet delectable weeknight dinner. Stir-fry some greens and you’re ready to go. BY MADAME LU’S

Mauritian-style curry with poached fish | Serves 2 Ingredients ½ tbsp cumin seeds 1 tsp black peppercorns ½ cup toasted desiccated coconut 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, grated 1 tbsp hot curry powder 1 tsp ground chilli 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds 1 tsp fennel seeds 3 shallots, finely sliced 1 stalk of lemongrass, finely chopped (white part only) 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped 25 fresh curry leaves, pulled from stalk 3 tbsp tamarind chutney or pulp 1 tin of coconut cream 5 kafir lime leaves 3 small gurnard fillets Good pinch of salt Coriander to serve Stir-fry greens to serve Rice to serve Method:

1. Toast the cumin and black peppercorns

over medium heat until fragrant then remove from pan. In the same pan over medium heat, toast the fennel and mustard seeds. Once you start to hear a popping sound, remove from heat and add to pestle and mortar. Grind together with the toasted coconut until you get a coarse powder, add the turmeric, chilli and curry powder. Mix well and set aside.

2. Over medium heat, using the same pan again,

heat 1 tbsp of coconut oil. Add the garlic, sliced shallots and curry leaves and cook until the shallots have become soft, around 10 minutes.

3. Add the coconut spice mixture and continue

to cook until aromatic. Add the coconut cream and bring to boil. Once it has reached a boil, turn the heat to a simmer and add the fish, poaching the fillets for 10 minutes in the sauce. When cooked through, remove from heat and serve in a bowl garnished with coriander and a side of stir-fried greens and rice. madamelus.co.nz

DINE OUT

Sublime ‘meals on wheels’ BY HUGO SAMPSON

Photo: Ana Galloway

elsonians and Tasmanites have had a wee while to acquaint themselves with the deliciousness of Viva La Vaca Food Truck. Since mid2015 Matias Cacciavillani and partner Chelsea Hall have been bringing a taste of Argentina to our region. Matias has a hefty 15 years of cheffing experience behind him, and is a native of Argentina, the land of beef and BBQ grills. He and Chelsea spied the opportunity to climb aboard the burgeoning food truck trend, and custom-built their distinctive canaryyellow, ‘meals on wheels’ business. Since then, they haven’t looked back, and a loyal queue of regulars follow the trail of sublime, smoky aromas around the Top of the South. In Argentina a parrilla is a traditional wood-fired grill, where the meat and sausages cook slowly over the flames. It’s pure culinary genius, marrying slow cooking with subtle smoky flavours. We set out to locate Viva La Vaca on a classic bright, sunny midwinter Saturday morning – the temperature perfect for working up an appetite. Those in the know understand where Matias will be on specific days, and if you are a true regular, their Facebook page will alert you to the day’s location too. Once you’ve got him in your sights, the warm welcome is infectious and there’s plenty on offer to tempt. That includes a vegetariano choice, which I picked out of a list of five other meaty, mouth-watering options.

Not a word was spoken while we devoured the lot… Smoky provolone cheese formed the basis, grilled to perfect with crunchy edges, and spread over a light, lusty ciabatta bun, with equally melting caramelised onions, tangy sundried tomatoes and crispy spinach. The generous drizzle of spicy chimichurri sauce did the business.

sort of thing to put a smile on the dial after a good morning at the market, or to keep the wolf from the door while on the hoof, so to speak. Keep an eye out for Viva La Vaca at special events around the neighbourhood. You certainly won’t go hungry if Matias is around.

Steak, juicy and rare My shopping buddy went all-out for meat, of course. The Steak Deluxe was prime, free-range beef sirloin, juicy and rare. The same accoutrements, with the addition of crunchy coleslaw and extra-spicy chimi, kept the expertly cooked steak company. Not a word was spoken while we devoured the lot, managing to avoid dripping sauce down the front of our winter coats. This is good hearty tucker, cooked well, using quality ingredients – just the

Viva La Vaca Food Truck: Ph: 021 026 76786, Email: vivalavaca.nz@gmail.com Cost: Prices range from $9 and up to $18 for The Works. Great value at $28 for two. Find them: In Pocket Square, off Bridge St, Nelson City on Saturdays, Motueka Market Sundays, on Facebook, and all about the region at special events.

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WINE

Cloudy Bay Vineyards Estate Director Yang Shen

Surprise and conquer Cloudy Bay continues to ‘wow’ the world, including China, its estate director tells Sophie Preece.

ang Shen was 18 years old and studying international finance in China, when Galeries Lafayette opened in Chengdu, changing more than just his grocery list. The supermarket brought baguettes, croissants and long rows of French wines to the city, drawing customers with cameras, bemused by the bottles of Burgundy and Bordeaux. The wines were a revelation to Yang, who sought to buy and learn as much as he could, calling on an uncle working in the French wine industry to guide him through this new world. By 1999, Yang had moved to France to study viticulture and oenology, happily merging his passion and career. The 15 years since have included work in France, five years devoted to establishing Domaine Chandon in China, and the past 18 months working for another of LVMH’s (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) interests, as estate director for Cloudy Bay in Marlborough. When Yang did his first tasting in Beijing in 2004, people were just learning 68

the name of a wine, or tasting for the first time, and were resistant to certain characters, he says. Yang has witnessed ‘amazing changes’ in China in the years since, with a ‘dynamic’ culture that has willingly adapted to new ways, including those of the wine world. “Now people really enjoy it and make a queue to come and taste New Zealand wine. The population has changed, the age has changed and people are willing to spend more money on their lifestyle.” Cloudy Bay is tapping into the new market, with the company’s pinot noir an ‘interesting tool’ to open doors, just as the iconic sauvignon blanc has done in the Western world for the past 35 years, he says. When it comes to China, there are few preconceived notions about Cloudy Bay, which means the wines, whether pinot noir, sauvignon or Pelorus (the company’s sparkling wine) are tasted on their merits. “It’s all about quality, about New Zealand and about the wine itself,” says Yang. With that in mind, his role at

Cloudy Bay is not about change, but about supporting the viticulturists and winemakers in their constant drive for better quality, he says. Taking the wine to consumers means continuing to impress and ‘surprise’. “We need people to keep saying ‘Wow!’” That might mean reminding traditional customers about everything that has made Cloudy Bay so iconic, or introducing new customers to the brand, “to make them understand what makes Cloudy Bay so different”. His best moments are those in which people say, “I tried Cloudy Bay and that was a ‘Wow – that was surprising’,” he says. “That is exactly what we need.”

Wine to try: Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2015. Yang says pinot noir has been a focus for Cloudy Bay since the beginning, but its Marlborough pinot has come a long way. “If you look at 2015 pinot, there is a big jump in quality.”

“Now people really enjoy it and make a queue to come and taste New Zealand wine.” YA N G S H E N

BEER

Newbies strut their stuff BY MARK PREECE

he New Kids on The Block (NKOTB) will be a fresh favourite at Beervana this year, showcasing brewers who have started up since the last event. “It’s an ideal opportunity for new breweries to test their beers in a wider market,” says Beervana manager Kate Paterson as she prepares for the showcase of 400-plus beers in Wellington on August 10 and 11. She’s also looking forward to the Cask Ale Bar, which will feature handpull beers. “But what I’m really excited about is the Road to Beervana.” The warm-up, which takes place in the week leading up to the event, started a couple of years ago when Deep Creek Brewing did pop-up events on their drive down from Auckland. That’s been significantly expanded, with a South and North Island contingent leaving Queenstown and Auckland on August 3, creating more than 20 pop-up events as they stop at beer venues on the way. Check out the Beervana website (beervana.co.nz) to find out when they hit your town. If you’re in Kaikoura on August 6, head to Emporium Brewing. The next day it’s Blenheim and the Dodson St Beer Garden. If you happen to be in Christchurch on the week before Beervana, says Kate, “check out Pomeroy’s going back to its roots with a selection of hand-pulls, scotch eggs and pork pies.” On the international front, Japanese

breweries TDM 1874, Far Yeast Brewing, Nasu Kohgen Beer and Iwate Kura Beer will be on site, and UK brewer George Duncan Juniper is serving up his IPA. Don’t confuse his offering with Juniper IPA from Paraparaumu brewer George Duncan (Duncan Breweries). Same name, different brew. If you can navigate your way around that wrangle, you might as well try some of the interactive offerings too, says Kate. “We’re bringing back the homebrew competition, where commercial brewers release their recipes and homebrewers are trying to match their recipe as best they can.” While a trip north to Wellington won’t free you from the winter chill, Beervana has plenty of hot offerings. Iwate Kura have been making alcohol for more than 100 years. While beer brewing is relatively new to them, come and try their Japanese Herb Ale Sansyo (sansyo is a traditional Japanese seasoning) or their IPA of cherry blossoms Sakura (where cherry leaves are used instead of aroma hops) and their Yuzu and White Rice Ale, using the citrus fruit yuzu.

‘We’re bringing back the homebrew competition...’ K AT E PAT E R S O N , B E E RVA N A

Some of the best brews New Zealand has to offer include Wellington’s always present Garage Project, Liberty Brewing and Behemoth Brewery, plus Top-of-the-South favourites Renaissance, Hop Federation and Peckham’s Cider, to name a few. There’s no shortage of styles and flavours. If you’re getting peckish, foodmatched beer options abound. If it’s a steak sandwich you’re after, try Pravda Café & Grill, who have paired with Dunedin’s Emerson’s Brewery. Or for seafood lovers, Mahurangi Oysters have a stall serving either oyster fritters, freshly shucked oysters or oysters in a shooter – go on, you’re at a beer festival after all. 69

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W T + J O H N S T O N A S S O C I AT E S S O U T H

From left: Ben Douglas, Brad McNeill and Dean Steele

One decade on and still growing … BY R E N É E L A NG | P HO T O G R A P H Y BY I S H NA JAC OB S

en years ago local chartered accountant Dean Steele took a look at his client base, took a deep breath and then took steps to set up his own accounting practice in Havelock. Even though he was starting with a good client base, he was aware of the need for an efficient back office system that would ensure the smooth running of an accountancy practice. At this point he contacted his good friends Rick and Willy Johnston in Auckland, with whom he’d been through university and then worked with in his early days in the profession. Rick and Willy have since established their successful Johnston Associates practice in Auckland and when Ben asked for their help they immediately offered him all the support he would need, not just in terms of technology and back office support but also branding. At about this time Dean was joined by Ben Douglas, with whom he’d worked

One thing hasn’t changed, though – and that’s the firm’s commitment to helping clients.

before setting up on his own. The fledgling practice was soon up and running, albeit with a relatively tight team but as their client base grew it became clear that growth for his firm was also on the agenda. Thus over the last five years Johnston Associates South has expanded to the extent that it now comprises 30 staff between the Nelson, Havelock and Blenheim offices. So what better way of celebrating 10 years in business than to open a new office, this time in Richmond? "We’ve got a lot of clients out Richmond way, plus the fact that half our staff live there," notes Blenheim-based associate Ben Halliday, who’s been with the practice for nearly three years now. Given the relative youth and overall vitality of the Johnston Associates South team, there are no plans to slow down; in fact future growth is definitely part of the strategy. "With three very talented tax experts on the team, that side of the business is growing as is the consulting and advisory side of the business," says Ben. "We can see a lot of potential in technology and the digital side of doing business in terms of making people’s lives and businesses more efficient." This can already be illustrated by the huge change

in how clients interact with members of the team in that not so many years ago people would bring in all the paperwork associated with their business in cartons – and even the occasional suitcase. One thing hasn’t changed, though – and that’s the firm’s commitment to helping clients. It was what motivated Dean to go out on his own in the first place and 10 years later it remains a core value for every member of the team. It’s not just lip service, either. The Johnston Associates South team is always prepared to go the extra mile, including bringing their services to the client when deemed appropriate, rather than the other way around. "You learn more about their business that way, too," observes Ben. To find out more about this fast-growing team of experts in all areas of accounting in your region, call 03 548 7437 (Nelson), 03 578 7123 (Blenheim), 03 574 1002 Havelock) or 03 548 7437 (Richmond).

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T R AV E L

Cruising down a French canal Combining his love of boats with his enjoyment of wine, food and travel, Justin Papesch took a trip down Canal du Midi. Read on…

iwis are boaties at heart and that includes me, so when the opportunity arose to spend two weeks boating on France’s Canal du Midi, it was a resounding “Yes” from me, echoed loudly by my wife Lynda. Cruising slowly along the canal proved to be one of the highlights of a recent trip to Europe – relaxation after the exhilaration of big cities and wine regions. Starting this leg of our trip in Tours, we travelled by train to the rugby-mad town of Narbonne. What started as a light lunch in a quaint pub soon turned into a lengthy celebration once the local rugby exponents discovered we were New Zealanders and that I had indeed played rugby. Copious amounts of beer and rosé later, we made it to our accommodation. One of the best tips we’d received from seasoned travellers was to identify ourselves as New Zealanders, and this proved to be true, not just in France but throughout Europe. We’d attached Kiwi flag-tags to our luggage and they proved their worth. In Narbonne, a surly taxi driver arrived to take us to Le Somail to collect our canal boat. He brightened immediately on seeing our flags and soon became our self-appointed French helpmate. “Have you stocked up for the trip?” he asked. “Do you realise

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there is only one supermarket on the way?” No, we hadn’t, so he quickly diverted, helped us stock up and carried the groceries to the car before proceeding. Le Somail is a quaint village and a hub of canal boating, including the base for Nicols canal boats. Pick-up was 2pm onwards so we leisurely dined at a riverside café, explored and eyed up all the boats until the office opened. We’d booked and paid for this part of our trip before leaving New Zealand to coincide with the French summer in late June/early July, taking care to avoid the busy school holiday season when prices go way up. And we’d selected a more modern boat rather than the conventional canal boat, correctly deeming it easier for two crew members to handle. Paperwork completed, it was time for a familiarisation lesson, and this is where I made my first mistake. After going through the pros and cons of the boat, I was asked if I had driven a boat before. Naturally I puffed up my chest and said, “Of course, I’m a New Zealander.” What they should have asked was had I negotiated a canal lock before? Armed with maps, information pamphlets and plenty of WiFi, we boarded Argen and motored off in the late afternoon, down a straight waterway. Lining the banks like sentries are hundreds of plane trees, keeping watch as we cruised along. Well-stocked with food and wine, we spent our first night moored on the canal bank

just out of Ventenac-en-Minervois, dining on board. Pure magic. The beauty of canal travel is that you can moor along the banks in addition to the towns and villages. Along the Canal du Midi, the French mostly welcome canal travellers, and in some of the larger towns have special mooring facilities to charge batteries, re-stock water etc. That said, there are rules to adhere to. The locks, for instance, only operate certain hours so check times and be there at least 30 minutes before closing, unless you want to moor on the banks overnight. And don’t forget to factor in leisurely French lunches. The locks close for an hour for lunch, and so do the towns, village shops and cafés. Lastly, don’t jump the queue unless directed by the lock operator. Having a smaller boat meant we often made it into a lock when bigger boats would not fit.

Undone by a lock Our first morning on board started well, then it was time to tackle our first lock. What a disaster – knowing how to drive a boat does not equip you for French canal locks. We ended up doing circles in the lock with Lynda hanging on grimly to our mooring line while we figured out what to do, not helped at all by an irate lock-operator swearing at us in French and pretending not to understand English. The moral of this is to ask for a lesson in operating canal locks if you’re a first-timer. Many canal boat companies will also 73

… knowing how to drive a boat does not equip you for French canal locks.

send a staff-member with you to the first lock to show you the ropes. And wear gloves when handling the mooring ropes. We managed to get our act together and made it through the lock, by then also swearing and cursing – a universal language. The next lock was a few kilometres away and luckily the lock-operator was an amicable Frenchwoman who readily shared her expertise and advice with us, especially how to work the locks with only two crew. It’s easiest, she explained, with three: one driver and two people working front and back mooring ropes simultaneously. We quickly mastered the system, adapting it to suit the two of us. I was the driver and Lynda ran the ropes, with assistance from me on board. By the end of our travels we became a welloiled team, dealing to 86 locks in two weeks, including doubles, trebles and an eight-lock staircase. We soon settled into the rhythm of canal life, initially heading towards Carcassonne and passing through a raft of places with interesting names and histories: Ventenac-enMinervois, Paraza, Roubia, Argens-Minervois, Homps, Olonzac, Port Minervois, Puichéric and Trèbes. With two hired bicycles on board, it was easy to shop and stock up along the way, making the most of village-specific specialties such as cheese, small goods and village co-operative wines. Add a beret and we were très français.

Use your school-days French Making an effort to speak French was well worth it. After the initial greeting, many of the French we met at the locks, villages, cities and also on other boats spoke to us in English, especially when discovering we were from New Zealand. As a winemaker, I was very interested in the co-operative village winemaking system. Unlike Appellation d’origine controlee, where bureaucracy reigns supreme, in the villages the rules tend to open up a little, resulting in some very different grape/clones and blends of wine. Sampling village wines and talking with the vintners about life and wine within various geographic locations proved highly insightful, although eventually – after lots of laughter and dodgy late-night boat boarding – I decided for my own survival that I wouldn’t mention I was a winemaker. Carcassonne, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, proved a good stopover for a couple of nights, with access in the port to a laundry and proper shower facilities all included in the nightly tariff. A trip to the medieval walled castle was an 74

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amazing lesson in architecture and life in the Middle Ages, even though the streets are now crowded and filled with tourist shops and hawkers. Having spotted several interesting places on the way to Carcassonne, we decided to explore more heading back towards Le Somail. (You can also choose a one-way trip, with boat pick-up and drop-off at different locations.) Travelling back, our boat motor started playing up. Luckily, we made it to Paraza and a quaint canal café for lunch while a mechanic travelled from Le Somail and fixed our boat. The Canal du Midi is easily accessible by road, by bicycle and if arranged, on horseback. Camping is also permitted along its banks. We both loved the freedom of being able to stop whenever we wanted, except on bends where there is a danger of being run into by one of the goliath-sized vessels that still ply the river. The wind was also a factor to watch out for. Mooring on a bank for lunch one day, we spent an hour-plus afterwards with lots of swearing, manoeuvring and laughing before managing to resume our trip. Passing back through Le Somail, we headed for Bezier and its staircase lock, via Argeliers, Quarante, Capestang and Colombiers. Distances between towns and locks are not that great so the journey can be as slow or as fast as you want. We took a fortnight; it can be done in a day or two. We became so enamoured of canal life that we contemplated a third week until remembering that Marseille and Bastille Day awaited. Safely docked at Le Somail, we found our trusty taxi driver waiting to drop us back to the train station at Narbonne. Thanking him with a small Kiwi souvenir for his mantle, it was time to move on. Would we do it again? In a heartbeat. If anyone is looking for a crew, give us a call.

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Running amok in a tuk-tuk Dodging trucks, potholes and bullock carts in a rickety tuk-tuk daubed as a cow, a Nelson trio have the time of their lives racing – slowly – across India. Phil Barnes reports.

achel Wallen, Francesca McAdam and Warrick Hamilton have taken adventurous travel to a new level after driving 3000km across India in a 7hp, three-wheeled tuk-tuk they described as a glorified motor mower. The Nelson trio had to dodge oncoming trucks, bullock carts, cows and pedestrians on crowded Indian roads riddled with potholes, while also contending with extreme heat and challenging river crossings. They were taking part in the 3000km tuk-tuk race, called a Rickshaw Run, from Cochin in the Kerala, south-west India, to Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, in the north-west. Competitors were entitled to get there by any route they chose. Rachel says she was motivated to do the race because she wanted to experience India in a completely different way, and she wasn’t disappointed. “It was the craziest adventure of a lifetime.” At times they were way out of their comfort zone, but this was part of the attraction, she says.

Quick driving lesson Two days before the start they were shown how to drive the tuk-tuk. “It was more like driving a motorbike than a car,” says Rachel. 76

“We did manage 60km/h once on a steep downhill.” R A C H E L WA L L E N

A mechanic also showed them how to fix anything that could go wrong – but once they started they were on their own with no back-up or support. To meet the finishing deadline they had to travel 3000km in 14 days, meaning an average of 220km a day. This was challenging in a tuk-tuk that started to shake when it hit 55km/h. “We did manage 60km/h once on a steep downhill.” Within 20 minutes of starting the event they broke down. Rachel says their newly acquired mechanical knowledge was little use. “The locals were incredibly helpful and they helped us get it going – but 20 minutes later it broke down again.” The team ended up having to go back to town to get a mechanic to fix it. By the end of the first day they had managed just 80 kilometres. They had no major mechanical issues after that. However, progress was slowed by over-friendly locals who, in areas well off the tourist track, rarely saw European people. “They were fascinated by us and would come up and touch us and want endless selfie photos, which would hold us up each time we stopped. Once we stopped for a chai and toilet break and when we came outside we could barely see our tuk-tuk because it was surrounded by locals and they all wanted to take a selfie with us.” Rachel says they had to stop every two hours because their bodies were shaking so much from riding over the potholed,

1. Opposite page: From left: Francesca McAdam, Warrick Hamilton and Rachel Wallen on top of the tuk-tuk they raced for 3000km in India 2. Celebrating the finish 3. River crossing proved interesting at times. 4. Keen race enthusiasts

bumpy roads. “The padding in the tuk-tuk was about as thick as a slice of white bread and for the first few days we didn’t think we were going to make it.” Competitors could have their vehicles painted before they started and the trio chose to deck their one out as a cow, the most sacred animal to the Hindu nation – thus minimising the chance of being run over. However, Rachel says three Europeans driving a ‘cow’ in rural India attracted huge attention. The trio couldn’t book accommodation as they had no idea how far they’d progress each day. Most nights they managed to find somewhere to stay, but once they had to drive a further 20 kilometres to the next town in the dark. “It was really scary.” The lights on the tuk-tuk were so poor they had to hang their heads outside the vehicle and direct whoever was driving to the painted lines in the middle of the road – and away from the ditch on the side of it. Thankfully, it was their only night-drive.

No formalised road rules Rachel says driving on the potholed Indian roads was challenging at the best of times. The roads were often crowded with all kinds of vehicles, with mule carts and even cows in the way. With no formalised road rules, “we just had to go for it and drive the same as everyone else.” If you hesitated and stopped you were likely to get hurt as that was not what the locals expected you to do. “Even on the motorways trucks would come straight at you,” and every bridge they crossed seemed unfinished. “We never had an accident but we were very close.” They also had to contend with extreme heat and the end of the Indian monsoon, but once they got going the fresh air blowing into the tuk-tuk made this bearable. Further into the event the vehicle’s metal frame detached from the chassis. It needed welding back immediately but they were miles from any town. However, they passed some workers using welding gear on a building site and asked for help. The workers repaired the tuk-tuk straight away. Rachel says healthand-safety regulations had clearly not reached small-town India. “They were wearing jandals, working with bare hands and no protective clothing, and instead of goggles they used sunglasses. “They wouldn’t take any money from us, but luckily we had some chocolate biscuits with us so we gave them those and they were happy.”

Sticking to quieter lanes Rachel says they followed the west coast as much as possible and tried to stay off major highways, preferring quieter country lanes that took them through villages. This meant they inevitably got lost at times. “We had very limited Internet access and few people spoke English so we relied on sign language to communicate.” While the event was classified as a race, the trio didn’t obsess about getting to the finish as fast as possible. “We wanted to experience India and see a bit of the country at the same time. Just the fact that we finished was a win.” They ended up completing the journey on the last day. At that point only 30 of the original 85 starters had made it. Rachel says that despite all the chaos, you could still find order and peace. India and its friendly locals will always hold a special place in her heart. Another positive about completing the trip is that through work contacts, sponsors, family and friends, the trio managed to raise $4000 for the Nelson Child Cancer Foundation and a further $1000 for the environmental charity Cool Earth, which specialises in trying to save the world’s rainforests. While the trio were all living in Nelson prior to the race, Rachel is the only one who has come back so far. She has many adventurous ideas for the future, with her most likely next jaunt running the Great Wall of China Marathon.

“Just the fact that we finished was a win.” R A C H E L WA L L E N

SPORTS

Test rugby returns to ‘spiritual home’ BY PETER JONES

t may have taken 148 years, but when the All Blacks run onto Nelson’s Trafalgar Park to play Argentina on Saturday, September 8, New Zealand’s rugby wheel will have come full circle. Since that momentous day in May 1870 when a Nelson Town team played the country’s first recorded rugby game, against Nelson College at the Botanical Reserve, Nelson has been considered the birthplace of New Zealand rugby. Nelson hosted three international pool matches during the 2011 Rugby World Cup, but this will be the All Blacks’ first appearance in the picturesque Top of the South city. New Zealand Rugby’s decision to bring top-level play back to its spiritual home is due in no small part to the rising esteem of the region’s flagship team, the Mako. Since the Tasman union’s formation in 2006, marrying the Marlborough and Nelson Bays unions, their administrators have had lofty aspirations. They battled initially, stretching their resources to near-breaking point and coming perilously close to being abandoned by the parent body – the very same outfit that encouraged the amalgamation. However, a combination of prudent financial management, astute appointments in administrative and coaching positions plus subsequent on-field success has pushed Tasman towards the top of the national provincial pecking order in a remarkably short time. The selection of several Mako players in the 2017 and 2018 All Blacks squads has merely added to that buoyancy. Piggybacking on the feel-good factor surrounding the country’s newest union, Tasman administrators, guided by forward-thinking

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chief executive Tony Lewis, enlisted the support of Nelson City Council and private-sector partners to underwrite a bid to host the test, then went about selling the idea to NZ Rugby. Given Nelson’s recent track-record with major events, including the success of the RWC 2011 games which attracted average crowds of 14,600, a deal was done and a new chapter in Top of the South rugby will be written on 8 September.

Leapfrogging larger cities Nelson will become the eighth New Zealand city to host an All Blacks test since 1904, joining Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton, Napier and New Plymouth. Consequently, Nelson leapfrogs larger cities such as Invercargill, Palmerston North, Rotorua and Tauranga in the pecking order. Trafalgar Park is being upgraded to accommodate 21,000 spectators, about 40 percent of whom are expected to be from out of town, so the benefits to the local economy will be sizeable. The gains on the rugby front will be more substantial. Even when Christchurch has a new stadium up-and-running, and that appears to be a long way off, Nelson will now be viewed as a viable test-match option, especially against the lesser nations. The wider Tasman Mako ‘brand’ will also benefit, particularly in terms of vital sponsorship dollars, as the region’s profile grows. Fittingly, Charles Monro, whose suggestion prompted the playing of that first game nearly a century-and-a-half ago, had strong ties with both Nelson and Marlborough. Nelson-born, he was educated at Nelson College before travelling to London, where he learned the game. His father, Sir David Monro, a former Speaker of the House, farmed Bankhouse Station at the eastern end of the Wairau and Waihopai Valleys and leased the property at Craiglochart. Charles lived and worked on the properties, and following that historic game, is rumoured to have played some club rugby in Marlborough. He would have been hugely satisfied to see the seed he planted in 1870 finally coming into full bloom next month. Above: ‘The original game of rugby in NZ’, May 14th 1870, Nelson Football Club V Nelson College

MOTORING

Working class with class BY GEOFF MOFFETT

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ercedes Benz’ and ‘ute’ are not words that, together, slip easily off the tongue, however, the famous three-pointed star now adorns the front of a working man’s ‘pick-up’. Mercedes has decided it wants a piece of the ute-phenomenon sales action. And why not. Utes and SUVs are now the vehicles that everyone wants (40 percent of new vehicle sales in NZ last year). Not to be outdone, Mercedes has rushed to produce a ute to fill the only gap in its vast model line-up. Without the huge investment needed to develop a vehicle from ground-up, Mercedes has turned to its 10-year-old alliance with Nissan-Renault to source chassis and engine – the base chassis from the Navara and the 2.3-litre diesel engine used in Renault’s own utility, the Alaskan (not seen in NZ). Mercedes Benz has been at pains to point out that the chassis now bears little resemblance to the Nissan, while the rest of the truck is pure Mercedes sheet-metal and a different beast in equipment and interior fit-out. A test run shows this is a Mercedes Benz in driving characteristics and refinement and, clearly, buyers in the ute market who want a premium-quality four-door ute seem prepared to pay the premium price. This is no ‘tradies’ truck. Not when you can spend around $75k for a fully kitted X250 4Matic, 7spd auto with heated leather power seats and all the exterior bits. Mercedes knows its buyers want the luxury touches that go with the M-B key. The base X-class four-door, though, starts at a more modest $53,300. The X-class has a four-cylinder, 2.3-litre diesel engine with single or twin turbos and in three trims of spec: Pure, Progressive and Power. A manual six-speed transmission is standard, with the option of a 7-speed auto. Only base models come in rear-wheel drive; the rest in 4WD, or 4Matic in M-B language. So how does the X-class compare with its more prosaic rivals? From the side, there’s no real hint of an M-B. Most

utes look similar from profile and rear and it’s only when you see the front of the X-class, with its big grille star and characteristic light styling, that it looks like a Mercedes. Step inside, though, and you’ll know you’re in a premium vehicle, especially with the leather-trimmed seats and dash with wood trim. The big aero-type vents and steering wheel and dials are pure Mercedes, although the CD holder and plastic surround isn’t the cab’s finest feature.

A plush ride It’s on the road that the big ute reveals its Stuttgart heritage, with surprising refinement, although the 2.3-litre diesel has just enough power for the 2.1-tonne vehicle. Plenty of attention has been paid to noise and vibration, making the X-class a properly quiet ride. The truck handles well, too, with good, direct steering that you don’t always associate with hefty utes. Mercedes has refined the inherited chassis with a wider track and multi-link rear suspension combined with coil springs. There’s no hiding the ladder-type chassis when you hit bumps and lumps – but this is a ute, not a cushy SUV. With a payload of more than a tonne, braked-trailer capacity up to 3500kg, and switchable 4WD with low range, this is a Mercedes that’s built for work as well as looking very respectable around town. The X-class is equipped as standard with lane-keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, cruise control and

Mercedes knows its buyers want the luxury touches that go with the M-B key. a bright 7-inch screen. The top-range Power has keyless-go, navigation, LED headlamps and electric-powered front seats, plus a multitude of options including heated seats and an electric rear window. Volkswagen has had the Euro-ute market to itself with the Amarok up to now and has introduced a V6 diesel, producing 185kw. Mercedes will respond this year with an even more powerful V6.

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AUTHOR PROFILE

Know the facts – and play within them A Nelson writer’s mix of truth and fiction is gaining traction. Renée Lang reports.

ith a background in law followed by several years working in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Alexandra Tidswell is a stickler for accurate research. This skill came to the fore when she realised her childhood dream of not only becoming a writer but having her work published. Alexandra was born in Nelson and after gaining an LLB and BA from Otago University, she spent a number of years in the United States, working as a diplomat. But when it was time to settle and raise children, there was never any question about where she would choose to do so. In 2002 she and her husband bought a beautifully restored villa in central Nelson. Lewisville, her first book, published in late 2016, is often described as an historical novel, which it is, but not everyone might be aware that it is based not just on real events but a number of very real characters, some of whom are her ancestors. The book has been very popular in the Nelson region, with both the city’s independent bookshops reporting good sales. “I’ve had so many amazing letters and emails about it,” says Alexandra. “It seems to have touched a core with lots of people, and what’s exciting is that so many of them tell me they loved reading about our history.” Among those who contacted her were several who are descended from other characters in the story. Even though she was worried for a time that she might put someone’s ancestor in a light their descendants don’t necessarily agree with, she knew that everything in the book was

“It seems to have touched a core with lots of people...” ALEXANDRA TIDSWELL

based on the records she had researched so meticulously. “It’s a slightly nerve-racking feeling that you’re playing around with people’s history, maybe stepping on the toes of their version of what their ancestors were like – whether it’s true or not.” However, this has not been a problem at all. In fact, everyone who has contacted Alexandra was very comfortable with her portrayal. Meanwhile, there’s a good chance her book will travel a lot further than she ever thought possible – and all because last summer a Polish literary agent, who was here on holiday, picked up a copy and ‘absolutely loved it’, which led to an invitation to represent her for nonEnglish language rights.

Another serendipitous introduction followed when the wife of her Londonbased brother lent the book to her electrician, whose daughter just happens to be an up-and-coming young agent, also in London. That agent was quick to contact Alexandra, asking if she could represent British and Australian publication rights. Both agents have now received a healthy number of requests – from various publishers in different markets – to see the book so it’s now a matter of waiting for the next step … or maybe even multiple steps. Meanwhile, like any good writer, Alexandra has already started on a new book. This time the characters are fictional.

BOOKS

What to read in August COMPILED BY RENÉE LANG

Scoundrels and Eccentrics of the Pacific

The Accidental FurtherAdventures of the HundredYear-Old Man

John Dunmore

Jonas Jonasson Available now, $39.99 Upstart Press

ith over 30 books to his credit and now in his nineties, John Dunmore writes in this, his latest book, of the adventurers who once made the Pacific their playground. It’s a collection of tales about the men and women who were quick to take advantage of circumstances, particularly relating to the discoveries of the early explorers. Many were scoundrels and rogues with little conscience but great craftiness, and they left in their wake more than a few who found themselves victims of situations they could hardly imagine. Entertaining as well as educational, this would be a great read while you lie on the beach enjoying your own Pacific island winter escape.

Available now, $27.99 HarperCollins

he sequel to Jonas Jonasson’s international bestseller, The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared, this one is just as hair-brained and begins with a hot air balloon trip and three bottles of champagne. Not expecting to land in the sea and be rescued by a North Korean ship, Allan and Julius then discover that the ship’s captain is harbouring a suitcase full of contraband uranium and is on a nuclear weapons mission for Kim Jong-un. Our heroes then find themselves in the middle of a complex diplomatic crisis involving the likes of Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Trump.

Clock Dance

Cauliflower is King:

Anne Tyler

70 Recipes to Prove It

Available now, $37 Penguin Random House

Leanne Kitchen Available now, $22.99 Allen and Unwin

urning a slice of very ordinary life into something richly layered is what Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anne Tyler does best and this latest work is no exception. Clock Dance is the bittersweet story of how Willa Drake chooses to react to a family crisis, a decision that leads her to prove that it’s never too late to change direction and go down her own path. In the process she finds herself in unchartered territory, in particular getting to know a new neighbourhood and its often-surprising residents, as well as learning to participate in some previously unknown community rituals.

ake a bow, humble cauliflower – your time is now. After many years of living in the shadow of so many high-profile vegetables, it’s time to reveal that this healthy wholefood staple is capable of so much more than being overcooked and slathered in white sauce. Did you know you can roast it? Barbecue and stir-fry it? Bake it whole and use it in a pizza crust? Here are 70 delicious recipes – snacks, starters and soups, salads, mains, baked and accompaniments – all of which are guaranteed to make you view this amazingly versatile vegetable in a whole new light.

ARTS

Scandi with a Pacifica tinge The legendary Jens Hansen’s aesthetic lives on, John Cohen-Du Four discovers. P H O T O G R A P H Y A N A G A L L O WAY

nyone who knows about jewellery in New Zealand, or The Lord of the Rings, knows the name Jens Hansen. The famed designer of ‘The One Ring’, whose business remains an everpopular Nelson destination, was one of the select few European jewellers who brought their skills and aesthetic to the country in the 1960s, transforming the contemporary jewellery scene. Jens’ son, Halfdan, who runs operations today, is in no doubt about the company’s formula for success in what can often be a fickle and challenging market. “The art comes first,” he says. “We have a distinctly 20th century modern Scandinavian aesthetic, with subtle nods to the influences of Pacifica.” Jens Hansen was born in Denmark but grew up in New Zealand. After a traditional jewellery apprenticeship in Auckland, Jens returned to Copenhagen to work until 1965, when he and his wife Gurli returned to New Zealand. “Dad’s back-story,” says Halfdan, “led to his developing a unique mash-up in his aesthetic. He recognised that while you can mass-produce jewellery, you also lose something in doing so. So he often experimented in working with handforging – directly beating and shaping the metalwork by hand, allowing the limitations and surprises to bring new aspects to his design outcomes.” This pushing of design boundaries 82

is celebrated in the company’s ‘Legacy Collection’ of authentic designs not produced for decades, but now recreated by hand from Jens’ original production notes. “These forms, with their undercurrent of Danish architectural simplicity, have endured,” says Halfdan. “They’ve transcended fashion trends. “Success is equally about the relationship between our customers and us as makers. This is especially important in our online dealings with overseas customers. We get lovely ‘thank yous’ for our communication, our willingness to be available and take on special requests. We use the inherent immediacy of email and web communications to enhance our human relationships.”

Year-round demand The international market gives Jens Hansen jewellers the luxury of selling in winter, filling Northern Hemisphere wedding-season orders, when local trade and tourism are at their lowest ebb. “This crucially allows us to maintain consistent year-round demand,” says Halfdan. “I’m proud we are Nelson’s most experienced, best-equipped, only internationally acclaimed workshop, where every piece we design and craft is meticulously hand-finished. “We can use sophisticated 3D CAD [computer-aided design] software to assist us in designing and bringing to life the ‘idea’ of

a customer’s piece,” says Halfdan. “It helps them get a clearer picture of what they want; what it will look like. We also have a high-end 3D-printer to create resin prototypes, and our state-of-the-art laser engraver is one of probably only two in the country. “Yet we seem to have gone through the golden age of science and technology, when the newest, latest, most technologically innovative reigned supreme. We’re now seeing an artisan revival. “I believe there’s a valid place for both to co-exist and bring out the best in each other. Use technology – for accuracy, for cost-effectiveness – but never forget to keep the scale human. People don’t want to be a number; they want their uniqueness to be seen, appreciated and reflected in what is produced.” Halfdan smiles: “You know, the biggest part in the time taken to create a piece is actually working through the design process with the customer – the customer’s decision-making process. The making side of things is usually much more straightforward.” Above: Clockwise: The 50-year-old Legacy Collection, recreated by hand from Jens’ original production notes; Halfdan Hansen in the workshop; a 3D-printed resin prototype

IN THE GALLERY

August’s top art picks 3

If you’re a bit of an art collector you’re certainly living in the right place. The Top of the South boasts a well of high-quality galleries featuring creative superstars. Check out this month’s pick of must-have artworks.

1. Bill Burke, Welcome Home Tokatu, pastel, 1070mm x 860mm, Bill Burke Gallery, Nelson, 03 546 6793, billburke.co.nz 2. Jane Hamilton, Clay Study 2017, Church Street Fine Arts. Until 15 Aug. Church St., Nelson, 027 334 3735, churchstfinearts.co.nz 3. David James, Song of all Songs I, oil on board, 2018, Atelier Studio|Gallery, Nelson, 021 166 8327, atelier.org.nz 4. Russel Papworth, Fantail, stainless steel, Forest Fusion, Mapua Wharf, 03 540 2961, forestfusion.com 5. Jens Hansen, Legacy Collection Portrait Pendant, Jens Hansen, Nelson, jenshansen.co.nz, $1,190 6. Stuart Page, Cōkhead 2015, archival pigment print, Church Street Fine Arts from 18 Aug. Church St., Nelson, 027 334 3735, churchstfinearts.co.nz 7. Sally Barron, Driving to Dunedin, oil on canvas, 760 mm x 560mm framed, Red Gallery, Nelson, 03 548 2170, redartgallery.com, $1450

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MUSIC

Above: Nelson School of Music now renovated and re-named the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts

Feast and famine BY PETE RAINEY

ormally my column is about music but this month I’ve digressed to funding and why two of Nelson’s arts organisations have large residual debts after recent restorations. The Theatre Royal and Nelson School of Music are busy assets that essentially belong to the city. Unlike us, they’ll still be here in 100 years. Meanwhile those brave volunteers on the trusts governing these assets have to work out how to do their job, with a city council that some say ‘doesn’t get it’. Or does it? If we are such a ‘smart little city’, as Mayor Rachel Reese puts it, then why don’t we apply the same approach to funding all recreational facilities (especially when the usual building ‘blowouts’ occur)? In doing so all our community institutions could grow without having to stress about survival with residual debt. Let’s consider four recreational facilities that have had recent work. The Trafalgar Centre reopened in 2016 and the Theatre Royal reopened in 2010, both after significant restorations. The Nelson School of Music, rebranded as the Nelson Centre for Musical Arts,

The Trafalgar Centre, still heralded as a multi-use facility, is now regarded by some as a lemon (or fast becoming one). recently reopened after comprehensive strengthening, and Stoke’s Greenmeadows Centre is to open soon. The concept and construction of these facilities involve people with passion who eventually fade into insignificance, leaving the venues to remain. The circumstances that surround the creation, or restoration of the facility, its funding, and any political issues, eventually fade away to leave the activity in the facility to carry on. If the buildings fall into decline for any reason, the community facility aspect of the building and the activity that it generates become memories. A case in point: The fact that we had a 1200-seat theatre right in Trafalgar street only a few years ago seems incredible. If the Majestic Theatre still existed today imagine how much richer our lives would be; how the CBD of Nelson – so in need of a boost – would benefit; and how Nelsonians who trek over the hill to Blenheim to see shows wouldn’t need to take that journey.

Trafalgar Centre woes The four facilities named above all face different issues, and their future fortunes demand close scrutiny. The Trafalgar Centre, still heralded as a multi-use facility, is now regarded by some as a lemon (or fast becoming one). The list of problems is long, with lack of heating and the inability to accommodate large-scale touring acts being foremost. One could argue that being city-owned is, in itself, an issue as it would seem the council lacks the experience to run it. Wouldn’t this statement be nice: ‘The Trafalgar Centre is one of the country’s busiest regional facilities, hosting a wide range of touring and local shows, productions and sporting events, with a dynamic and proactive approach and national reputation for ease of use and audience satisfaction.’ Sadly, this is not the case. The building is not humming; the touring 85

Looking to the future What does the future hold for both of these city venues, each carrying large residual debt? Let’s think a few years out from now – what would be the best scenario for success and how will we get there? I, like many, think that city ownership may the answer. Under this model successive generations of theatre and music enthusiasts can concentrate on activity, not existence. This may not be the only way ahead, but in my view it is the one with the best chance of success. No question, the council can throw money at facilities like the Trafalgar Centre and Greenmeadows – they just don’t necessarily run them very well. The trusts that run the Theatre Royal and NCMA do a good job but just don’t have the money to do their job well. Let’s sort this out. I don’t begrudge the fact that the sporting fraternity needs new or better facilities in this city, and as chair of community services on the council for nine years, I was happy to play my part. Cricket desperately needed a new facility and the velodrome was a much-needed addition to Saxton Field, as were the facilities for hockey, soccer, netball, smallbore shooting and others. Good on those groups for securing government and other funding for a large proportion of the costs. Like the Suter Gallery trust, the Theatre Royal trust and the Nelson School of Music trust board, 86

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Photo: Ana Galloway

shows are not coming. Is the Trafalgar Centre doomed to be a failure of epic proportions? There is no question something has to change. The issues surrounding the Greenmeadows Centre’s conception and construction will be matched by the questionable role it will take in the life of Stoke. Widespread comment seems to suggest it was poorly conceived from the outset, rushed, unpopular and had relatively light consultation. It has a lack of facilities for the wider community, seemingly little for Stoke youth, and as recent news coverage has revealed, it is obviously well over budget and possibly poorly built. Both of these facilities are fully owned and funded by the Nelson City Council. The Theatre Royal and Nelson Centre for Musical Arts are not owned by the council, however it partly funded their restorations. They are governed by independent trusts with some council representation, and are extremely busy venues, with well thought-out restorations and a sense of real purpose as to their role in the community.

What makes one group of people in this city more deserving of full funding than another? those behind the sporting projects put up good cases for significant funding support. But that’s where the scenario changes, because for all those sporting projects the NCC (sometimes with the help of the TDC) paid the rest of the costs. The Suter, Theatre Royal and School of Music had to resort to public fundraising for the rest. There were never any big public fundraising efforts for the Saxton Cricket Oval and Pavilion, the Trafalgar Park upgrade, the Trafalgar Centre revamp or the Greenmeadows Centre. Why not? What’s the difference? What makes one group of people in this city more deserving of full funding than another? There’s a question that needs answering.

Huge funding disparity The council’s own commissioned research from 2011 on recreational funding showed at that time the council contributed 82% towards the value of sporting infrastructure – and 18% towards the value of arts infrastructure. This may have changed since then, but I don’t think it would be

substantially different. A vocal group of locals goes on about how the arts institutions are always asking for money, and they’re right. This is because they’re not fully funded like the sports fraternity. Maybe it’s time we did something about that. As the authors of the council’s 2011 analysis said: “This is not about elitism, hobbies, or ‘arts and crafts’; this is about creativity, innovation, community wellbeing and economic power. It is not a choice between ‘Sports’ and ‘Arts’; it is recognition of connectedness and engaging the creative to empower inclusiveness. The focus is on human and social capital; on becoming the best that we can be. “This is about finding, once again, the power of difference ... of what is uniquely at the heart of Nelson.” (Analysis of Council Support for Recreation, November 2011, Mandolin Associates). Clockwise from top: The renovated Trafalgar Centre, the renovated Suter and inside the Trafalgar Centre

FILM

Dutiful… and simmering BY MICHAEL BORTNICK

The Wife Drama Directed by Björn Runge Starring Christian Slater, Glenn Close, Jonathan Pryce 100 minutes Rated R

et me get this straight right upfront: I believe that a man’s home is his wife’s castle. And in my wife’s castle, which we call Graceland, I know my position – and it ain’t the king. It does not work exactly that way at the Castleman home in The Wife. The guy’s name is literally Castleman, so he gets to wear the crown. Jonathan Pryce is excellent as the randy, narcissistic, cantankerous and conceited old writer, Joe. He likes his booze a bit too much. He philanders as often as he changes his typewriter ribbon – pre-laptop days – and has a charming way of escaping punishment. It’s good to be the king. Glen Close is compelling as the stoic, loyal wife, Joan. She exerts such a magnetic pull that it’s hard to cast your eyes elsewhere. The role is Close’s career-best: subtle, calm, and simmering with self-control. Joan is a woman much-loved and admired; a supportive helpmate, mother and soon-to-be grandmother, and a deeply affectionate spouse, apparently happy with a life lived in the titan’s shadow – but the kettle has been boiling a long time. Through flashbacks, we see how their relationship began in 1958: she, a naive student and he, a writing professor well-practised in the art of seduction. The young Joan is played by Annie Starke, Glen Close’s daughter. Nice touch. It turns out young Joan was one hell of a writer, but, unlike now, in those days women got no respect from the old-boy network of book publishers. Joe divorces his current shrewish wife, marries Joan and becomes wealthy, famous and a father of two semi-

“The husband and wife are one, and that one is the husband.” W I L L I A M B L A C KS TO N E

The role is Close’s career-best: subtle, calm, and simmering with self-control. happy children. Joan is resigned to being a dutiful wife, raising the kids and helping with some editing of Joe’s award-winning novels. Skip forward to the 1990s and Mighty Joe Castleman is about to receive the rarest of crowns, the Nobel Prize for Literature. On the plane to Stockholm, son David (Jeremy Irons), like Hamlet, is dark, surly and just a total drag to be around. And it isn’t jetlag. Always hanging about like a spider in the attic is Nathaniel Bone (Christian Slater), part stalker-fan, part parasitic hack who wants Joe to co-operate with a wartsand-all biography he is planning to write. He is beautifully insidious and a bit dangerous. Hold on to your bookmarks. Before long, surprising old secrets are revealed and everything goes sideways. In The Wife, Glenn Close gives voice to generations of brilliant, capable women who, because of backward gender roles, were relegated to supporting players in their own lives. This is a wonderful film, both comic and tragic. It comes at an important time in our history with regard to inequality. * Michael Bortnick has left the theatre to scour the scullery and make it shine like the crown jewels. 87

EVENTS

Nelson Tasman

Regular Markets

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Thursday 9

Every Saturday morning

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The Nelson Market MONTGOMERY SQUARE

Every Sunday

Folk-country singer Mel Parsons, supported by backing musicians Jed Parsons and Josh Logan, takes centre stage with her indie/folk and alt/ country style to help raise funds for the Boathouse rejuvenation. Doors open 6.30pm.

Motueka Market 8am to 1pm DECKS RESERVE CAR PARK

Every Wednesday Nelson Farmers’ Market MAITAI BOULEVARD

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Friday 3 & Saturday 4

Friday 10

Wednesday 1 to September

The Beginner’s Guide to Growing Up

Ben Hurley: The Club Tour

Presented by the students of Soundstage, Professional Music and Performing Arts School, this is a theatre experience exploring pressures facing youth today, presented in a fast-paced and fun musical concert format.

New Zealand stand-up comedian Ben Hurley brings the real comedy club experience to Tasman with a two-hour show, including support act Sera Devcich and other guests.

THEATRE ROYAL

PLAYHOUSE CAFE & THEATRE

Embroidery Exhibition The 2018 National Embroidery Exhibition The Centre of Things / Ngā Puna Raranga is now on until September. Fringe exhibits are also at the Nelson Provincial Museum and Broadgreen House. THE SUTER ART GALLERY TE ARATOI O WHAKATŪ

Wednesday 8 to Wednesday 29 New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) A celebration of the latest and best films from around the world, the festival runs simultaneously in 13 towns and cities around the country. For the Nelson programme visit the website www.nziff.co.nz/2018/nelson.

Saturday 18 Nelson City Brass – Polished Brass An evening of musical entertainment for all ages, showcasing soloists and the full band. NELSON CENTRE OF MUSICAL ARTS

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Thursday 2 Pecha Kucha Night A diverse range of presentations from interesting people around an arts theme. Speakers for this event are Stella Chrysostomou, Ali Boswijk, Bruce Dyer, Flower Bradley, Adrian Secker, Craig Duffy, Lisa Allan, Simon Williams and Gabor Tolnay; Robbie Burton, Kimberley Anderson, Cliff Fell, Michaela Blackman and Katie Pascoe. NELSON CENTRE OF MUSICAL ARTS

Wednesday 15 A Feast with Italy: Ensemble Zefiro Chamber Music New Zealand brings banqueting music to Nelson with a concert from Italy’s celebrated period wind Ensemble Zefiro. Winners of the Gramophone’s Editor’s Choice award, Ensemble Zefiro’s unique timbres and brilliant virtuosity have earned it a cult-like following all over the world. NELSON CENTRE OF MUSICAL ARTS

Thursday 23 to Saturday 25 Sleeping Beauty – the Ballet Nelson Academy of Dance presents the fairy tale of love and magic, Sleeping Beauty – the Ballet, featuring international dancer Jordan Nelson, and the academy’s own dance students. THEATRE ROYAL

Saturday 25 The Nelson Pun Battle Championships See Nelson’s smartest alecks, wordiest nerds and biggest pun-ks, punslingers and pun-dits battle it out for $400 prize money in an intense and hilarious head-to-head pun-off, refereed by over-enthusiastic gender-mess Hugo Grrrl. GHOST LIGHT THEATRE

EVENTS

Marlborough Find out more details about Marlborough events at marlborough4fun.co.nz

Sunday 12

Regular Markets

Every Saturday

No Holds Bard – Michael Hurst Tour

Marlborough Artisan Market

Arts Laureate Michael Hurst takes audiences on a tour involving four of Shakespeare’s greatest creations – a foul-mouthed Macbeth, a confused Hamlet, a know-it-all Othello, and a really hungry Lear – who come kicking and screaming into the bursting, deranged brain of a single man.

WYNEN STREET POCKET PARK

Every Sunday Marlborough Farmers’ Market A&P SHOWGROUNDS

PICTON LITTLE THEATRE SUNDAY 12 GHOST LIGHT THEATRE, NELSON TUESDAY 14 THE VILLAGE THEATRE, TAKAKA WEDNESDAY 15

AUGUST Wednesday 1 to Saturday 4 Grease A combined colleges’ production, Grease brings Rydell High’s senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding ‘Burger Palace Boys’ and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking ‘Pink Ladies’ in this rollicking musical. ASB THEATRE MARLBOROUGH

Wednesday 8

Friday 17

Friday 17 to Sunday 18

Southern Jam Lunchtime Gig

NZSO – Beethoven and Brahms

The only event of its kind in the South Island, Southern Jam provides an opportunity for young musicians to learn from those who are top class in their field.

Maestro Edo de Waart joins forces with arguably one of the finest violinists of his generation, Grammy award winner Augustin Hadelich, to present de Waart’s third Masterworks concert for 2018.

Champagne Taittinger 2018 Jazz Weekend with Jan Preston

VINES VILLAGE, RAPAURA

Thursday 9 Tasman Mako vs Wellington Lions Tasman Rugby and the Renwick Rugby Club host this Mitre 10 Cup pre-season match. Fins Up! RECREATION RESERVE, RENWICK

ASB THEATRE MARLBOROUGH

Australia’s ‘Queen of Boogie Piano’ Jan Preston has a reputation as an astonishing live performer with a rich resonant voice, and along with her drumming husband, will be performing for two special nights.

Friday 17

BAY OF MANY COVES, QUEEN CHARLOTTE SOUND

Tasman Mako v Canterbury Team Mako clashes with old rivals Canterbury, in the 2018 Investec Super Rugby competition. LANSDOWNE PARK

Sunday 26 Tasman Mako v Southland The might Mako team takes the field against Southland, in the 2018 Investec Super Rugby competition. LANSDOWNE PARK

Monday 6 The Bootleg Beach Boys A fully costumed show that takes you right from the very beginning of The Beach Boys through their career, featuring classic hits and cult favourites from California’s most famous 1960s band. ASB THEATRE MARLBOROUGH, BLENHEIM MONDAY 6 THEATRE ROYAL, NELSON SUNDAY 5

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