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Coincidence and serendipity always intrigue me. Take for example a small comment Riley Richards made in our 'Five Minutes With' interview in this issue. He said, “I started song writing when I was 11 years old,

but I didn't have a lot to write about... not a lot of experiences to draw from at such a young age.” It was a simple, honest answer to my question and it made me ponder on 'life experience'. That very night I watched a movie called Adult World, it's about a young graduate who wants to become a famous poet. A brief précis of the movie is that, although the protagonist is fiercely determined to succeed, she learns, through failure, that creativity cannot be achieved by prescribed methods. Creativity of worth has to be drawn from life experience, your own personal and unique interpretation of the world; and that you must be driven by your own desire to portray those feelings in a creative expression that others may relate to.

A humorous dialogue I stumbled across also helps describe life

experience:

“What is the secret to your success?”

“Good decisions”

“How did you learn to make good decisions?”

“Experience”

“Where did you get your experience?”

“Bad decisions.”

Famous inventor Thomas Edison's success was the result of thousands of

bad experiences, known to most of us as “failures”. He showed how he

embraced life's experiences with one of his famous quotes: “I have not

failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.”

Of course we can also learn some of life's experiences vicariously and so I

hope you enjoy this issue – check out Riley's interview, he is an impressive

young man who is clearly very talented. There are also articles about the

lifeguard volunteers at Taylor's Mistake, the tenacity of Robert McCormack,

the inspiration behind Greg Young's luxury holiday home build in Fiji, Ana

Comerlato's passion for photography and Shane Ainsworth's building flair,

to mention just a few.

Enjoy a good read and the opportunity of seeing aspects of life through

others' eyes.

“One thorn of experience is worth a whole wilderness of warning.” - James Russell Lowell


minutesfive with

FIVE MINUTES by Angela Bennett

RichardsRiley

How old were you when you discovered your love of singing/music?

There are a lot of videos of me singing when I was about 3 or 4 but I guess I really got into it when I was about 8. I knew all the words to ‘Grease’ songs and that’s pretty much how it started.

When did you start teaching yourself guitar and ukulele and how did you go about it?

I was 13 when I first taught myself how to play the ukulele. I would do covers and upload them to YouTube and I would perform at school events. Once I got serious about experimenting with song writing, I taught myself the guitar. Music is a very natural thing for me and I managed to figure out how to play different chords... I have to confess YouTube is really helpful when it comes to learning an instrument.

When did you begin writing your own songs?

I started song writing when I was 11 years old, but I didn’t have a lot to write about... not a lot of experiences to draw from at such a young age. At about age 15, I actually started appreciating the songs I wrote and put a lot more soul in to song writing and that inspired me to write more.

Were you involved in music at school?I studied music at school and loved being

involved in performing at showcases and school events. I also played lead roles in school musicals which was such a fun experience.

Christchurch has a new star on

its radar. 18 year old

singer/songwriter Riley

Richards released his debut single For

You at the end of January and it

immediately featured on New Zealand

pop charts. It’s an infectious three

minute slice of bright, summertime

pop with a catchy hook, matched by

an upbeat vocal delivery. It has

captured people’s ears and is

receiving significant radio airplay.

Riley is self-taught on the guitar and

ukulele and has been singing and

song writing since he was only 15.

Fresh to the music scene he is making

his mark and one to watch as he is set

to release more of his original music

this year…

Who has inspired you in your musical endeavours?

I grew up listening to Michael Jackson, The Beatles and various other artists from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s that my parents loved. Now I find I draw inspiration from authentic artists like Ed Sheeran, he is real and relatable. When song writing, my inspiration comes from my own experiences, it is great being able to express myself through my music.

What is the inspiration behind your debut single For You?

It’s pretty much the story of my last summer, and moving on from high school. I wanted to have no regrets so I played on that idea of being fearless. I wanted it to be upbeat and make people smile and feel good.

What did you enjoy most about the creative and recording processes?

Recording in a real studio for the first time was exciting. I found it fascinating seeing my song evolve, starting from lyrics and a tune in my head to becoming a structured song, to recording the melody and layering harmonies and adding vocals. I really enjoyed the creative process of selecting which instruments to use and hearing it all come together to be a fully produced song.

What has the feedback on your single been like?

I’m happy that my song is doing well in the NZ music charts. So far feedback has been really good and positive… but maybe that’s just my mum trying to encourage me.

How would you define your music style?

Ultimately I’m a pop artist but my music crosses over into other genres like R&B and Blues. I certainly would love to explore other music genres too as my music career develops.

Where have you been performing and what’s it like performing live in front of big audiences?

I’ve been performing mainly to smaller audiences up to this point in my music career, but I recently had the opportunity to do a live recording at Orange Studios which was my biggest gig yet. I found the bigger audience quite scary but very exciting. Something about performing to a bigger audience creates a real buzz and it pushes me to perform at my very best.

“MY NEXT SINGLE HAS A POWER

ANTHEM FEEL TO IT, PLAYING ON THE IDEA OF FREEDOM.


I hear you are releasing more of your original music this year – what are your plans?

At the moment I’m co-writing a song with my producer, Brad Banks, and I am really excited to get back to the studio to record it so you can all hear it! My next single has a power anthem feel to it, playing on the idea of freedom. It is quite different to ‘For You’ with more a modern bluesy/gospel vibe which will show a different side to me as an artist. I think people who liked the first single will love the second one. I would also really like to get an EP out by the end of the year.

What are the greatest challenges in breaking into the music scene?

Finding people who believe in your potential enough to help you get started. I am so grateful for all the people who have believed in me and given me all the opportunities that I’ve been given so far. Also, I think it can be a challenge to build a fan base and get your name out there when you are brand new to the music scene.

What is one thing you would like to see in the ‘new’ Christchurch?

A theme park! More places for teens to spend time together and chill. I would love to see a big music festival for young and local talent to showcase what they can do.

What is your proudest achievement?

Having my song played on the radio is a pretty proud moment for me. Even just hearing my song finished and listening to it and thinking “I actually wrote that!?”

What is your favourite item of clothing?

My gold watch. It doesn't tell the time but at least I look cool.

If you could go back and tell your ten year old self something, what would it be?

Don’t be naughty at school.

What were you doing the last time the thought went through your mind, ‘I shouldn’t be doing this’?

Every night when I’m still awake at 3am thinking about the next song I’m going to write.

What is one thing that Metropol readers would be surprised to know about you?

How about three: I don’t like cake, I’m a rebel and I do great impersonations.

What’s next on the wish list?I want to keep releasing new music and my ultimate

goal is to record an album. I'd love to reach a bigger audience so maybe spend some time in America or the UK. My dream places to go are L.A or New York.

SOMETHING ABOUT PERFORMING TO A BIGGER AUDIENCE CREATES A REAL BUZZ AND IT PUSHES ME TO PERFORM AT MY VERY BEST.


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February 6-8 saw a weekend of classic car racing, hospitality, food and fun as the SKOPE racing team battled it out against more than 200 classic cars in the annual event at Mike Pero Motorsport Park.

Canterbury’s classic carstake centre stage

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What an exciting year ahead for all at The Russley. Starting in April the completion of the 3 story Rolleston

Apartments, many of these units are already secured.

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The hackers have been active since at least

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A new search engine being developed by Darpa aims to shine a light on

the dark web and uncover patterns and relationships in online data to

help law enforcement and others track illegal activity. The project,

dubbed Memex, has been in the works for a year and is being developed

by 17 different contractor teams who are working with the military's

Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency. Google and Bing, with

search results influenced by popularity and ranking, are only able to

capture approximately five percent of the internet. The goal of Memex is

to build a better map of more internet content. Read more at wired.com.

At 39 years old, Marissa Mayer is the CEO of a $US40 billion company.

In terms of personal wealth, she's made at least $US500 million. That's

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OUT & ABOUT By Hans Petrovic

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Although somewhat out of the way, best accessed by taking the road over Scarborough Hill at Sumner, Taylor's Mistake Beach has become a surprisingly popular place to visit during the summer months.

On a normal sunny day, you will easily find 500 to

600 people there, and that figure rises to 2000 or

3000 on a really hot day.

“We're getting busier and busier. It's a safe and peaceful

place to come to,” says the patrol operations manager of

the Taylor's Mistake Surf Life Saving Club, Mike Smith.

Fewer visitors braved their way there for a couple of

years after the earthquakes because they were worried

about coming over the hill but the beach has now

regained its popularity.

People go there for the day, with many venturing further

on the Boulder Bay and Godley Head walkways. You will

also find mountain-bikers traversing some of the great

bike tracks, and paraponters taking off from the top of the

hills.

“Taylor's Mistake is renowned for its clean, clear water,

good surf and a great beach. This makes it especially

popular during the hot summer months, particularly when

a nor'west is blowing, as the bay provides great shelter

from this blistering wind,” says Mike.


OUT & ABOUT

“Taylor's Mistake is unique because despite being a bay

beach, it is a prominent surf beach. We've had ve-metre

swells here. We often get a rip going in and out of the bay

during large surf.”

Thanks to the surf lifesaving club, it is also a very safe

beach – especially for youngsters, for whom the club offers

activities, particularly teaching water safety to boys and girls

aged from seven to 14. Those aged under six can also take

part with an older sibling.

“Today, there are about 130 kids in the club. The ratio of

boys to girls uctuates, but it's generally about 50-50” says

Tisha Jamieson, club captain and junior surf co-ordinator.

“We teach them surf skills and beach awareness – how to

deal with currents, rips and waves. It's all very family-

orientated, with mainly local kids but some coming from as far

away as West Melton.”

Parents must be present and aware of their children during

training sessions.

Every year, juniors aged from nine to 13 are required to

attempt a 200-metre swim. Once this has been successfully

achieved, they will be awarded their 200-metre Swim Badge,

which must be sown onto their togs or caps.

The badge must be visible to ofcials at carnivals and

championships as they will not be able to compete without

them.

Club members of all ages take part in carnivals and

championships, three of which are held at Canterbury surf

lifesaving clubs each year.

The major annual event at Taylor's Mistake is K Day

(Kesteven Cup Day), which will be held there on Saturday,

February 28.

“K Day has become a total team competition with the best

of the club's senior athletes taking part. This is a fantastic

opportunity for the juniors to see how it is all done and makes

for some very exciting racing. I will be on the beach and am

more than happy to spend time explaining what is going on,”

says Mike.

Life guards are on duty at Taylor's Mistake Beach from 1pm

to 5pm every Saturday, and 11am to 5pm on Sundays and

public holidays. The patrol season ends on March 8.

“15-to-18-year-olds make up about 80 per cent of our life-

guard patrol. We try to empower the youngsters to do the job

and like to keep them interested,” says Mike.

THANKS TO THE SURF LIFESAVING CLUB, IT IS ALSO A VERY SAFE BEACH.

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The Waipara Valley Wine & Food Festival at

Glenmark Domain is set be another show stopping

event on Sunday 22 March. Just 45 minutes north

of Christchurch at the beautiful Waipara Valley the festival

hosts more than 20 regional wineries, and popular

boutique brewery, Brew Moon.

Geoff Shier, Chair of Waipara Valley New Zealand, says

“the region is well known for producing some of New

Zealand's premium pinot noirs and award winning

aromatics: riesling, pinot gris and gewürztraminer.

Chardonnays from the Valley are excellent too”. It is also

an opportunity to sample wines from wineries that don't

have a cellar door, attend master classes and speak

direct to the winemakers.

This year a record number of local food producers will

more than satisfy appetites with whitebait, venison,

Mediterranean, spit roast, cheese, waffles and more.

Festival Chair, Richard Murchison suggests “that you get

a group together and book a spot in the new VIP area

offering a perfect view of the main stage in which to enjoy

the great line-up of entertainers”. Live performances

throughout the day will include Tami Neilson, The Johnny

Possum Band, The Goldonies, The Humdingers, Shayna

King, Jamesons, Doc Sanchez, Red Hot & Dixie and Polo

Sweater, hosted by Funky Hot Mamas.

Get a group together and catch a bus from Discovery

Travel. Tickets are available at

www.waiparavalleywineandfood.co.nz, Ballantynes,

Amberley Super Liquor, The Palms, and other Dash

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2. The Honourable John Key

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4. Rebecca Scott, Selina Kurade, Abhiskok Kurade

5. Isabella, Melanie and Lily McGufficke

6. Jude Knight, Peter Knight, Olivia Knight

7. Denise Robertson, John Key, Justine Smith

8. Rebecca Scott, Briar Balderstone, Sarah Ball,

Abhiskok Kurade, Joseph Napoleon

9. Melanie, Rob, Janice and Geoff McGufficke

10. Olivia Knight, Kim Spargo, Debbie Holmes

11. Adam Salter, Daniel Greenfield

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Merivale’s No. 4 Bar is the place to be this summer and the bar and restaurant was certainly the place to be on Sunday February 8. Featuring G&Ts, gin martinis, gin cocktails and lads and ladies in their Sunday best – yes you guessed it, Gin Sunday.

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OUT & ABOUT

Canterbury Repertory Theatre's 2015 production of William

Shakespeare's play The Tragedy of King Richard the Third

coincides with the ceremonial burial of the remains of the real

King Richard III, which were found beneath a car park in Leicester in

2012, more than 500 years after the death in 1485 of the last English

king to be killed in battle.

Director Julian Anderson's concept for the play is “to allow the man to

emerge from the propaganda surrounding the king. The idea is to put

elements of the Richard that later historians have discovered back into

the play and make it, as Shakespeare wrote, The Tragedy (note, not

history) of King Richard the Third”.

No hunchbacked comic villain then, for this production of Richard III. On

the contrary, the Repertory cast have been encouraged to explore the

nuances of Shakespeare's text informed by a grounding in established

historical fact. Ultimately, the audience has to make up its own mind as

to whether Richard really was the ambitious murderer he was portrayed

as,or was he a worthy, maybe heroic king of late medieval England?

Richard III opens on 13 March and runs until 28 March at the Elmwood

auditorium. Bookings are through Eventfinda: www.eventfinda.co.nz or

0800 BOOK TIX (289 849)

Ambitious murderer or heroic King?

Sculptor Llew Summers and

visual artist Robyn Webster

open their stunning property

in McCormacks Bay for Lucid – a

unique and innovative new dance

work.

Choreographers Fleur de Thier

and Megan Platt use inspiration

from Llew' and Robyn's art to

create an integrated live

performance.

Lucid allows the audience to watch

a full length dance work followed

by time to explore the home,

Dance work plushome & garden tour

studios and personal art collection

of sculptor Llew Summers and

visual artist Robyn Webster.

Featuring professional dancers

Julia McKerrow, Madeline Krenek,

Sarah Elsworth, Chancy

Rattanong, and musicians Bina

Klaus and Lizzie Cook, with

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Electric Avenue is Christchurch’s newest music festival. Featuring 20 acts across two stages Hagley Park was transformed by a massive light show, giant video walls, themed bars, carnival rides and an amped up atmosphere.

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Akaroa was a place where special

memories with my family were made.

It was a place of fun and laughter and a way

to re-connect with simple pleasures. It was

where we allowed ourselves to wear the 'bach

uniform' of T-shirts and jandals. So I really

understand why others want to enjoy and own

these kinds of experiences.

There are certainly advantages to owning a

holiday home - unlimited access, the ability to

go away spontaneously without forward

planning, not having to pack a car full of

everything but the kitchen sink, and you can

rent the place out when you are not using it.

But there are also some downsides - the

Owning your place in the sun

OUT & ABOUT

Julia Ashmore-Smith is a highly-respected real estate consultant with Bayleys Canterbury. In light of the great summer we have had she talked with Metropol about the merits, or otherwise, of owning your own place in the sun…

I HAVE MANY FRIENDS AND CLIENTS WHO EXPERIENCE THE GREAT HEALTH BENEFITS OF TAKING BREAKS AWAY IN THEIR BACH. THEY SAY THAT “THEY FEEL HAPPIER”, ARE “MUCH LESS STRESSED”, HAVE “INCREASED LEVELS OF CONFIDENCE” AND “ACHIEVE GREATER RESULTS' FROM TAKING TIME OUT.

hidden costs of insurance and maintenance,

doing the accounts if you're renting it out, and

the capital growth may not be what you are

looking for. The reality is that a holiday home

is not the same as a free holiday - one way or

another you are paying for it.

However, for me it all comes down to the

life we want to lead. In 2012 a UK health study

showed that holidays help reduce blood

pressure, improve our sleep and assist us

with managing our stress levels better. And

such benefits continue well past the end of

the holiday.

I have many friends and clients who

experience the great health benefits of taking

breaks away in their bach. They say that “they

feel happier”, are “much less stressed”, have

“increased levels of confidence” and “achieve

greater results” from taking time out. It is not

the value of the bach that determines how

much fun you have, but how much you value

the bach.

So if you are thinking of owning a holiday

home, then I believe it is worth exploring the

benefits to your mental health. What better

investment can there be than feeding your

soul, enjoying life and living longer.”

Julia currently has properties available to

purchase in Akaroa, Duvauchelle, Diamond

Harbour and Golden Bay. Contact her on 027

243 5543 or (03) 375 4828. Email

[email protected].

Julia Ashmore-Smith Island tranquillity: View from a Waiheke Island bach

People often ask me about purchasing a holiday home. Is it a good financial investment or simply a luxury that we justify because we want it and it's fun?“

Bach on wheels


OUT & ABOUT

New Year - New Baby

If you are thinking of having a baby – or that

you might want a family in the near future I

would recommend the first thing you do is

seek information – to get an understanding of

your own unique situation. It is also good to

start some folic acid, 0.8mg daily and think

about your lifestyle – reduce caffeine, stop

alcohol and aim for that perfect Body Mass

Index. Other areas I recommend are:

Age: The Biological Clock is the most

important factor when having a baby. Young

women without fertility problems have about a

25% chance per month of having a baby

naturally if they try at the right time of the

month. This falls to about 12% at age 37 and

5% at 42. Today, we are seeing more women

over 40 wanting to have their first child. It is

possible, but you are also more likely to need

help. To work out your chances visit our

biological clock at fertilityassociates.co.nz.

How long to wait before seeking help:

The online Biological Clock or App can also

tell you how long to try naturally, before

seeking help. For example if you are 39 years

old you should consider seeking help after 5

months, and should definitely be seeking

advice after 1 year. Every month counts when

you are getting into your late 30s.

Fertility timeframe: Today we have the

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) test to estimate

Ovarian Reserve. This test can help predict

how many eggs you are likely to obtain during

an IVF cycle and can help identify who may

experience early menopause. Like most tests

AMH is not perfect, so you'll need the help of a

fertility specialist to interpret the results.

Other health conditions: If you have

other conditions such as Polycystic Ovaries or

Endometriosis it is also recommended you

seek advice early to understand their potential

impact on your chances. It's important for the

male to be tested too. Of the couples we see,

approximately 50% are experiencing fertility

issues that stem from the male – so if it is

taking longer than you think it should, don't

leave him at home.

Not met Mr Right? You do have options too,

and you could benefit from talking through

your options with one of our Fertility Associates

CREI qualified Fertility Specialists or even

calling for a Free Nurse Consult - phone 0800

255 522. There is a waiting time for sperm

donors, but if you approach your fertility clinic

early, you are more likely to find a donor within

your time frame.

If this is your year for having a baby – please

start the conversation early with your partner

and with your GP, or one of our CREI qualified

Fertility Associates Specialists. Being informed

is the best thing you can do.

Dr Sarah WakemanMBChB, FRANZCOG, CREI

Medical Director Fertility Associates Christchurch

- some advice from Dr Sarah Wakeman

The New Year and holiday break is often a time to contemplate what is important and make plans to get started on things we have been putting off. As a result I often see women in the early months of the year having decided 'this is the year for a baby – let's make it happen'.

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A century and a half ago, this family-run shade-design specialist

was manufacturing horse covers, hammocks, tents and

tarpaulins. Today, it's all about canopy awnings and blinds,

aluminium louvres, parasol umbrellas, sun sails and outdoor screens.

From small courtyards to large outdoor areas, from domestic settings

to commercial sites; Johnson & Couzins provides outdoor shade ideas

for any situation. The company's extensive range, innovative in-house

OUT & ABOUT

Bright future for shade company

For almost 150 years,

Johnson & Couzins has

been providing Kiwis with

protection from the

elements, and although

the company's focus

hasn't changed a great

deal over the years, its

range and quality of

products certainly has.

engineers and reputation for stellar customer service, have made it one

of New Zealand's market leaders in custom shade design.

"Ninety-nine per cent of our work is in outdoor shade products, and

given how much we love the outdoors in New Zealand, it's a growing

market,” joint owner James Adair says.

The company strives to stay ahead of the market by designing and

manufacturing most of its products in-house. New products are

constantly being developed, offering the very latest in design and

quality, and setting new shade trends.

Johnson & Couzins' latest innovation is the elegant, ultra-modern

Concertina Louvre, New Zealand's first fully retractable roof louvre

system. Following a two-and-a-half year development phase, this

system was embraced early by the hospitality sector and is now hitting

the residential market in a big way.

“We're really proud of this product. The sliding roof not only gives you

total control of sun, shade and rain, it practically vanishes at the touch

of a button. You can even add rain sensors and remote-control options,

or hook up your sliding roof to your home automation system.”

Concertina Louvres are available in any colour, powder-coated to

match your house and can be fitted to any style of building. They are

operated by high-quality European Somfy motors and Johnson &

Couzins' unique Glide Control System.

As well as the wide range of overhead shade products available,

Johnson & Couzins also designs and manufactures vertical screens

and walls, so you can create a flexible, all-weather home extension –

great for entertaining or to accommodate a growing family.

Johnson & Couzins has the answer to all your shade requirements.

For more information call 0800 664 083 or visit

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OUT & ABOUT

This year New Zealand's longest running late night

comedy show is celebrating its twenty-fifth year at

The Court Theatre. Since it was established in 1991

Scared Scriptless has gone through a number of changes

but still remains essentially the same; late night improvised

comedy based on the suggestions of the audience.

In 2014 Artistic Director Dan Bain changed the focus of

Saturday night's show to push the performers even harder.

"Friday will always be what Christchurch knows and loves

about Scriptless: short, improvised games and scenes,

played fast and risky. But with a company that has the

experience within it that we have, it would be a waste to

not make the performers work at their peak. So, last year

on Saturdays we started improvising entire plays" says

Bain. This year's Saturday season opens with the return of

the fan favourite Soapland Street.

Other highlights of the upcoming season include Pirates!

And you are the Superhero – an audience member will star

in the show as the hero the city needs. Book at

www.courttheatre.org.nz

20 years of Armageddon

Superheroes, zombies, sci-fi monsters and real-life

anime characters are gearing up to make their annual

appearances, alongside real fantasy, fiction and comic

stars on the first leg of the Armageddon Expo events for 2015.

Christchurch welcomes New Zealand's favourite pulp-culture

showcase to the Horncastle Arena on 7 and 8 March.

The line-up of international guests from the small and big

screens heading to New Zealand includes Alaina Huffman of

Supernatural and Stargate fame and DJ Qualls of Z Nation.

Kevin McNally and Martin Klebba from Pirates of the

Caribbean film franchise are headed this way alongside

Simon Fisher-Becker of Dr Who fame, and Armin Shimerman

and Kitty Swink of StarTrek: Deep Space 9.

Orlando Jones, currently on our screens as Captain Frank

Irving in Sleepy Hollow is coming to New Zealand as well as

the stunning Katee Sackhoff from Battlestar Gallactica. Karl

Urban and Manu Bennett are returning home and ready to

meet fans of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film

franchises. Graham McTavish from Outlander and Linda

Park of StarTrek: Enterprise will also be making their way

here to meet fans.

All guests attending will take part in panels, signings and

photos, so fans can hear their stories, get photos and

autographs and meet them in person. Not all guests will be

attending every Armageddon Expo – so fans are advised to

go to the website and check for times and venues.Karl Urban

Simon Fisher Becker Orlando Jones DJ Qualls Alaina Huffman

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Such a growing population needs conference, event and sports

facilities. In Lincoln there is the Lincoln Event Centre, designed

to suit all sorts of occasions. It’s hosted everything from

marching championships, to gymnastics, from rock and roll

competitions to Judo and Tai Kwan Do. There are also conference

facilities at Lincoln University, at the Baptist Church and at the nearby

Vineyard @ Rossendale. But anyone organising conferences and events knows that finding

suitable accommodation close at hand is of paramount importance.

In Lincoln you have the perfect solution - Lincoln Motel - within

walking distance to the event centre, the university and the church.


Work, stay & play

LINCOLNBy Cheryl Colley

The Selwyn District is the fastest growing district in New Zealand. It’s a great place to live, work and play with a fantastic quality of life, great communities and thriving businesses.

Lincoln Motel is the only motel in Lincoln; it’s just two years old

and offers luxury, comfort and excellent service in its spacious 21

units. The motel bedrooms can be configured to cater for large

numbers for sports events, and groups can make use of the

barbeque and large tables outside. A special conference rate, that

includes breakfast, can be arranged directly with the motel. There is

free high speed WiFi in the rooms as well as iPod stations – all part

of the extra finishing touches that hosts Craig and Colleen Beswick

have included in their motel. Indeed no expense has been spared

when it comes to guest comfort. Craig and Colleen will provide their friendly and hospitable care to

everyone. “We love meeting new people,” Craig explains. “This

industry allows us to meet people from all walks of life and from all

around the world and to provide them with service of the highest

standard and professionalism.”

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IN THE CITYWHAT’S ONBARS & CAFESNEW OPENINGSRETAIL STORESDOWNTOWN

Blood, sweat & tears pay offBy Hans Petrovic

The opening of Grenadier House, at 98 Moorhouse Avenue, is a perfect example

of the total commitment it takes to own one's business and to overcome the

frustrations involved in revitalising Christchurch.

Because of the rejections and difficulties

he and his team had to deal with,

Robert McCormack, the CEO of

Harcourts Grenadier, considers the opening as

one of the proudest moments of his business

career. “But we did it for Grenadier, for the

people who work for Grenadier – and for

Christchurch,” he says.

Seen as a major step in securing sites for

people working within the CBD, Grenadier

House, which has 140 persons working in it,

was officially opened on December 16 by the

Prime Minister, John Key.

And it certainly was a long process to find

just the right building within the commercial

business sector.

Robert has been in the real-estate business

for 36 years, starting as a sales person and

then moving into management. When the

Harcourts group franchised their offices 23

years ago, he purchased Grenadier, which

eventually became the most successful

Harcourts franchise worldwide.

Before the earthquakes, Grenadier had 13

offices in Christchurch, with the head office in

a five-storey building at 271 Madras Street,

between Gloucester and Armagh Streets.

It was the February 2011 quake that did

most of the damage, with Grenadier losing its

Barrington, Sumner, Lyttelton and Avonside

offices, as well as Grenadier property

management at the corner of Papanui Road

and Bealey Avenue, and the Grenadier's Castle

in Madras Street. The Avonhead, Ferrymead

and Beckenham offices survived but needed

considerable work done.

“We laid off a lot of staff and lost a huge

amount of agents. We felt our business could

never come back to what it was before the

earthquake,” says Robert.

With the loss of the Madras Street head

office, Grenadier was fortunate enough to own

a suitable property at 492 Moorhouse Avenue

to move into. It also started work immediately

on negotiating for resource consent for a new

state-of-the-art building on the original site in

Madras Street.

The Minister for Canterbury Earthquake

Recovery, Gerry Brownlee, was there in

January 2012 for the foundation pile-driving for

the first commercial building to commence

rebuild within the CBD since the earthquake.

The event received major media coverage.

Robert McCormack and Prime Minister, John

Key, at the opening of Grenadier House.

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However, in June of that year, Robert received

a phone call from Brownlee, advising him that

the Grenadier House rebuild had to stop as it

was now situated in CERA's new Eastern Frame

green plan for Christchurch's CBD.

“This meant we couldn't build there. We had

invested $1.3 million dollars and 18 months of

blood, sweat and tears. I thought things were

over. The carpet had been whipped from under

our feet,” says Robert. “We almost gave up but

we had to make the best of what we had or the

business would have stagnated.”

Robert had to go back to the drawing board

and completely reassess the future of Harcourts

Grenadier and that of all the people who had

worked for him, which was about 200.

Last February, Pace Project Management told

Robert of a new building at 98 Moorhouse

Avenue that could accommodate the entire

Harcourts Grenadier real-estate business, thus

securing the future of those who would work

there.

Grenadier purchased the building for $7

million, plus $2 million for total office fit-out.

The two-storey, 1561sqm site now houses all

business divisions, making it a unique one-

stop-shop in real estate in New Zealand.

The divisions include residential sales,

residential property management, an auction

department, commercial and industrial sales,

business brokerage, commercial and industrial

property management, Grenadier's

administration, desktop publishing, marketing

management, public relations, media releases

and communication, Grenadier's corporate

offices and an accounting department.

Also included are state-of-the-art auction

rooms which, with new technology and

facilities, are bigger and better than any others

in New Zealand. They look particularly

impressive with the walls covered with big

pictures of trams in New Regent Street and

Cathedral Square.

“In these state-of-the-art auction rooms, we

want to depict both the future of Christchurch

and also remember part of the CBD as it was,”

says Robert.


IN THE CITY

Patricia Bowden, Principal of the Harcourts

Grenadier Accommodation Centre (standing)

and receptionist Lydia Kronwetter.

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IN THE CITY

2015 sees some exciting new additions

at Bodyfix. Owners Kirsten Gullery and

Moana Williams have introduced both a

new membership plan and a new class

workout to the mix to keep things interesting

for those of all levels.

By Lydia Truesdale

Highway to a new 'YOU'There are various things that clients want from their gym, but there's only one thing that Christchurch gym Bodyfix wants from its clients: to try. They know that little changes in exercise can result in big changes in lifestyle, and they're committed to motivating Canterbury into achieving a happier and healthier way of being.

As they explain, you have to start

somewhere, and both beginning and

maintaining regular exercise is made that

much easier with a variety of classes and

facilities to enjoy.

“The benefits of exercising far outweigh

the costs, and more and more people are

beginning to realise this and seek out our

help and expertise.”

The '8 Weeks To a New You' membership

programme is fairly self-explanatory. It

offers eight weeks of full access to Bodyfix

and includes one personal training session

each week, meaning it's an ideal option for

those wanting either a short-term

commitment or to trial something new, all

under expert guidance.

Cl ients are particularly enjoying the

paradigms of the programme, with regular

monitoring to keep them on track and push

them while still allowing days to take it at

their own pace.

Brand new all-rounder class, 'Move Fix',

has been designed as a “good fun workout

for anyone” that challenges without overwhelming.

The combination class incorporates step, high and

low aerobic work, and finishes off with

strengthening, toning and stretching. Again clients

work at their own pace, increasing the intensity as

their fitness allows.

“We're always looking at ways to help get

Cantabrians exercising, whether that's in offering

regular promotions or nurturing clients through a

personalised fitness program,” say Kirsten and

Moana.

“Bodyfix is so great because the people there

really care about your health. They want to help you

help yourself. I started Spin classes, which I'd never

done before, and they pushed me beyond what I

was used to. I did weights classes and also Yoga. At

Bodyfix it's not just about clipping the ticket, it's

about overall health and I take my hat off to the team

for having such a great attitude,” says one member.

For more information including class timetables

see www.mybodyfix.co.nz or phone (03) 389 9892.

Bodyfix can be found at 450 Tuam St, between

Fitzgerald Ave and Stanmore Road.

“BODYFIX IS SO GREAT BECAUSE THE PEOPLE THERE REALLY CARE

ABOUT YOUR HEALTH. THEY WANT TO HELP YOU HELP YOURSELF.

I TAKE MY HAT OFF TO THE TEAM FOR HAVING SUCH A GREAT ATTITUDE.”

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FASHIONFASHION & STYLE HEALTH & BEAUTY MAKEOVER KIDZONE FASHION NZ

Continuing its popularity from 2014, the emergence

of men’s hair being longer on top is holding its

prevalent reputation. To achieve this look, stylists

are keeping the sides short and even, tapered in just

above the ear, leaving the top long and pushed back. This

cut maintains its clean look while growing, needing only a

little maintenance every four to six weeks. For styling, work

La Biosthetique Cream Clay through the longer lengths

and give it a quick blast back with a dryer.To complement this year’s most popular men’s

styles, H&B Hair Art & Beauty, in partnership with

La Biosthetique, is offering seven essential

products for men’s grooming - the Methode

Pour Homme range. Formulated with

precious ingredients and a light

frankincense fragrance, this range

delivers luxury hair care for H&B’s male

clientele. Whether you are opting for the

popular clean-cut look in 2015, or your

own individual look, La Biosthetique can

offer a product to give you a well-

groomed, fresh finish!H&B Hair Art & Beauty not only stock La

Biosthetique’s Pour Homme range, but are

now offering hot shaves and specialised

barbering. You can book appointments, check

promotions, and buy products online at hairart.co.nz, or

alternatively pop into the salon or call (03) 381 8939.

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Do you ever wish you could just live

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Well now you can. Fashion has gone folk

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Folk fest style always brings out lots of hats,

beautiful muted colours, loads of juxtaposing

texture and fringe. It also brings out a daringly

casual, carefree style that is effortlessly chic and

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Cooper Winter 15 is a collection of flowing silk

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of soul to modern luxury.

Think free spirits riding on horsebacks in

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There is growing demand for

orthodontic treatment now, not

only from children and

teenagers, but also from adults,”

Ronald explains. “With Sophie starting

with us in mid-March we will be able to

provide even better service for our

patients with more days at each branch

and no need for the practice to close

should one of us be away at a

convention. I see the practice

becoming a combination of new

knowledge and ample experience!”

Sophie has great credentials:

originally from Christchurch, a third

generation dentist following in her

mother's and grandfather's footsteps.

After graduating as a dentist she lived

in Auckland and Christchurch for three

years, working in both hospital

dentistry and general practice. She

returned to Otago and completed her

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry last year.

While studying, she developed a

special interest in craniofacial growth

and focused her thesis research in this

area.

One treatment that both Ronald and

Sophie will be using with their patients

is the Invisalign teeth-straightening

system. “This method of re-aligning

teeth is especially good for adults,”

says Ronald. “In my opinion it's the

most convenient way of transforming

people's smiles without interfering with

their every-day lives.”

The treatment consists of a series of

nearly invisible, removable aligners (or

Making people smile

“WITH SOPHIE STARTING WITH US IN MID-

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Change is afoot at OrthodontiX, the aptly named Canterbury orthodontic practice.

After some years of being the sole specialist in the practice, Ronald Sluiter is to be

joined by Sophie Gray, who has just completed her post-graduate specialist training

in Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics).

After Invisalign teeth straightening

technique

“There braces) that are changed every two

weeks for the next set of aligners. Each

aligner is individually manufactured for

an individual's teeth and for that

individual alone. As each aligner is

replaced the teeth will move - little by

little, week by week - until they have

straightened to the final position

recommended. “I've had great success

with Invisalign since I began using it

back in 2002 – and world-wide the

product has been prescribed for over

three million patients. That's an

enormous endorsement.”

Before treatment

Sophie Gray

A confident smile and increased

self-esteem aren't the only benefits of

correcting a smile with Invisalign - oral

health can be positively enhanced as

well.

OrthodontiX has clinics in Merivale,

Cashmere and Ashburton. Call 0800

678 463 to make an appointment.

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days giving hands and feet, the

attention that they deserve. “When the

weather is good you want to show off your

feet,” says manager Catee Wang.

They offer a wide range of services at the

welcoming nail salon on Papanui Road, with

their spa pedicure treatment a favourite with

many of their clients.

The spa pedicure takes a standard pedicure

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the polish set to last for two weeks without

chipping, it is perfect for long days at the

beach. Shellac also dries straight away under

UV light, meaning you can slip straight into any

footwear when you leave.

They also offer acrylic nails, for a thinner and

narrower look and for those who want longer

nails. Catee says that many of their clients,

who have routinely used acrylics, are now

making the move to shellac instead.

The salon itself is set to be revitalised with a

fresh new look in the coming months. An

extensive interior ret is planned, including

new chairs, work consoles in stylish neutral

colours, as well as new spa pedicure chairs

and ooring.

While their standard hours are daily 9am –

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Deric's shop of wonders

We all know objects from the past have a story to

tell - but there has to be someone to tell that

story. At Portobello Antiques, Deric Blackler

is the man keeping the past alive - his

store is the place for an interesting yarn,

a glimpse at some of the more quirky

moments in history and then you can

always shop - yet it's the looking, the

discovering that will fascinate most.

Recently relocated to The Tannery, the store

(previously in Tuam Street) is a total treasure

trove that screams politely of the passion and

eclectic nature of its owner. Check out its write up on

neatplaces.co.nz where it talks about the "wild,

wonderful and fancy which unravel daily at Deric's

shop of wonders, where each antique comes imbued

with its own essence of myth and fairytale. Deric is not

just a shop-keeper but a mother hen guarding a

treasure chest of history, his head overflowing with the

tales behind each antique that will make your jaw

drop."

The greatest thing about Portobello is that Deric

chooses to purchase locally, meaning he talks to the

people he buys from. He learns the history of the

piece, knows the story and his encyclopaedic

brain stores those details away ready for an

interesting yarn with a perspective buyer. The

other great thing about Portobello is the prices -

they are realistic, which means owning a quirky,

fascinating or totally practical part of history is

within reach.

From furniture through the ages to

silverware, art, ceramics, lamps, jewellery, toys,

collectables, clocks, coins and so much more.

Each piece is there because Deric likes it .

There is no theme to his store beyond that of

interesting objects of desire and folklore.

One of the noteworthy items in the store is a

lock of hair from Napoleon Bonaparte -

ONE OF THE

NOTEWORTHY ITEMS IN

THE STORE IS A LOCK OF

HAIR FROM NAPOLEON

BONAPARTE - WRAPPED

IN A PIECE OF PAPER

DATED JUNE 20, 1823.

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wrapped in a piece of paper dated June 20,

1823. Written on this paper is the story of how

this lock happened to be in the highly

decorated box that that has been handed

down from generation to generation within a

family, from grandmother to granddaughter.

Deric explains that items like this (of which he

has numerous) were “get out of jail free cards”.

When a young woman married, this was

passed to her so that if she needed to escape

the marriage she could sell the item giving her

the money to do so.

Another fascinating piece is an artwork from

the mid-1800s of dolls. In the picture there are

five generations of handmade dolls featured,

going back to 1710. The oldest doll in the

picture sits on the shelf in Deric's store, in pride

of place beside the painting. The story of the

artwork is captured on the back of the picture,

and with the extra information Deric provides

you feel completely entwined in the history the

piece represents.

From the simple to the sublime; from a brass

thimble to a full feathered Amazonian head

dress or a 1650 Bellarmine urn, the collection

is as diverse as the people walking through the

door.

Portobello Antiques has long been a part of

the Christchurch landscape and Deric is happy

to again have a home for the store that was

violently evicted by the earthquake from its

Tuam Street home on February 22, 2011.

With his wealth of experience and

knowledge, Deric is available to do valuations

and is always happy to receive a call from

anyone with pieces of interest they may want to

sell.

Deric has also recently turned his hand to

taking Edison light bulbs and fashioning them

into a variety of lamps and hanging lighting

features. The other items you will find in store

that are new are a selection of club-style,

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Natural changes occur in the gums and

jaw over time. Bone beneath the gum

gradually begins to change shape

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more drawn look, increased lines and thinning

lips. "The principle behind cosmetic denture

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comfortable dentures but also to create

dentures in such a way as to achieve the best

possible cosmetic outcome." The framework

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facial support for a more natural and youthful

appearance, improving the jawline, giving

better lip support for fuller lips and enabling

the patient to smile again with confidence as

they look younger and healthier.With over 35 years’ expertise in

handcrafting dentures, the practitioners at

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How important are cosmetic dentures? “Very” according to Gilbert Matravers of Merivale

Denture Clinic. Every day they treat patients who have emphasised

the ageing process through wearing dentures with

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lower denture with implants for the ultimate in

stability. The lower denture clips firmly in place

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and better functioning so you can smile and

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the world's most prestigious design schools

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KIDSZONE

Little Perriam replaces Christina's

hugely popular babies and children's

label Suprino Bambino as she

continues to deliver her new brand's overall

vision. With similar design elements to

Suprino Bambino, like fun prints, bold

colours, touches of Liberty fabrics and on-

trend designs, the Winter 2015 range of

Little Perriam is expected to continue to be

a hit with parents and kids.

"We are excited to make the transition

from Suprino Bambino to Little Perriam after

the successful launch of the Perriam brand,"

Christina says.

"We've started to gain a loyal following

with repeat customers since Suprino

Bambino came out in stores in February

2014. People love the quality, durability of

merino and attention to detail, the wooden

buttons and other quirky design elements."

Like Suprino Bambino, Little Perriam has

a range for babies - aged 0 to 2 years - and

Luxury label for little onesMerino fashion brand Perriam which was launched by Wanaka fashion designer Christina Perriam in Tarras last

October has now launched Little Perriam, an exciting, fresh new babies' and children's merino clothing label.

a children's range for ages 2 to 6. The babies’

range features cute onesies, cool prints, and

a unique stripe.

For the rst time, the stag's head hoodie

that is a best-seller in the children's range will

also be made in babies' sizes. The children's

range includes the stag's head hoodie, fun

print tops with striped sleeves, nautical

stripes and signature girls' dresses with a

feminine, girly design.

There are 25 styles in the Winter 2015

collection, which will be sold online at

perriam.co.nz, at the agship store in Tarras

and at select retail outlets around New

Zealand.

“Perriam is about luxuriating in life - taking

time to enjoy the beauty amongst the

busyness of life. The heart of my brand is my

family and the place I grew up, Bendigo

Station in Central Otago. Little Perriam is an

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They don't come much better than

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inviting learning environment. Buttercups

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Huntsbury, where play is the foundation for

learning.

Ann Corkin and daughter-in-law Sarah

Corkin take a holistic approach to teaching; an

approach which results in a rich and

stimulating environment. “We've developed a

strong, experienced teaching team, with a wide

range of strengths,” Sarah says. Included in

the team are a Montessori trained teacher and

a Primary trained teacher, a teacher with

strengths in physical education, (currently

introducing Yoga to the children) and another

with a strong focus on music. “The teachers

have a great mix of skills and experience,

which culminates in a rich learning

environment.”

Now in its second year of being open,

Buttercups Preschool is established, with a

strong focus on child-directed learning.

Monthly planning meetings ensure all the

teachers are up to play with current interests,

allowing them to plan accordingly. “The value

of child-directed learning is that the child is

learning about what interests them,” Sarah

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teaching team we are able to explore many

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Capping enrolments at twenty-five children

ensures each member of the Buttercups family

gets quality one on one time with teachers, and

great teacher to child ratios allow teachers the

ability to cater more specifically to each

individual child.

“We have a real focus on relationships,”

Sarah says, “which ties in with our holistic

approach to care and education, encouraging

families to be involved in the children's centre

lives.”

Children participate in age-appropriate

group times for additional learning, important

for the 3 ½ to 5 year age group preparing for

school. Free play is a key component of the

daily routine with a wide range of engaging

activities, including a large sandpit and

playground. A vast deck space features a

number of recreational activities while creative

arts, innovative games, music and movement,

baking and excursions are also popular ways

to spend the day.

Open from Monday to Friday from 8am -

5:30pm, with the 20 hours ECE subsidy

available and full meals provided, Buttercups

Preschool has limited spaces available. Please

get in touch with Ann and Sarah to find out

more, phone (03) 332 2746 or email

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It's a great name for a boutique

that features the very latest in

fashion trends. Craze Boutique

in Kaiapoi is a kaleidoscope of

colour as the autumn and winter

garments arrive. There are

weekly deliveries of new stock

and owner Sherie McKinlay

says there is no way winter will

be grey and dull this year.

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“Kaiapoi is booming. There is a real buzz

here and we are delighted to be a part of the

revitalisation of this town providing cutting-

edge fashion as displayed on the latest

catwalks.”

Craze is located at 172a Williams Street,

Kaiapoi. Phone (03) 327 2157.

WINTER

WHITE IS ALSO A

KEY TREND, LAYERED

TONE ON TONE WITH

TROUSERS, TUNICS AND

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Yes I have black pieces and navy pieces,

and black and white striped outfits, but

there is also magenta, powder blue,

pretty pink and lots of florals and dramatic

prints. Stripes are a must-have in this season's

winter wardrobe too.”

Winter white is also a key trend, layered tone

on tone with trousers, tunics and jackets. Or

match skinny jeans and tonal prints with a

throw-on coat for easy winter outfitting.

“There are lots of fun pieces coming in

constantly from chunky knits and hoodies, to

Sherie McKinlay

Hot off the catwalk…new season's 'must haves'

multi-coloured scarves and wonderful Minx

ankle boots, as well as funky, bling accessory

jewellery.”

Indeed the stock at Craze is fun, very pretty

and bright and its range is chosen to suit all

moods and occasions – from the lazy weekend

to the more formal. It boasts designers from

New Zealand, Sydney, and Los Angeles. New

for this season are garments by streetwear

label Federation, and sophisticated feminine

labels Cooper Street, Sophie Pink and Honey &

Beau. Because the stock at Craze is

replenished frequently there is always

something fresh and new. So every time

customers visit they will find something

different to tempt them. It also means that

Sherie is able to keep a rack of sale items

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The “it” that the staff at Quilters' Quarters

in Rangiora are longingly coveting is the

HQ “Sweet Sixteen” Handi Quilter. “It's

the best-selling sit-down long-arm quilting

machine on the market today,” says Quilters'

Quarters owner Pauline Forrest, “and we have

one here in-store for people to try out. What

makes it so great is the sixteen-inch throat

space that gives quilters room to work on even

a king-size quilt. It is an absolute dream to

use.”

The Sweet Sixteen sells for $11,990 and such

is its reputation that the Quilters' Quarters team

has already sold several. Along with the new

machine the store is selling embroidery threads

especially designed for machine quilting. They

come on a long spool and are variegated

eliminating the need for changing spools.

Another associated product is the Hobbs

brand of quilt batting. This is premium quality

batting made in Texas and known for its

exceptional strength and durability. “Hobbs

Bonded Fibers are the industry leaders in

quilting product development through staying

in constant contact with their customers,”

Pauline explains. “We are delighted to stock

their premium products.”

Quilters' Quarters are running their popular

craft classes again this year. Most classes

begin in early March. There are still places

available, but they are filling fast. Phone (03)

For quilters to covet By Cheryl Colley

THE “LEARN TO SEW” CLASS IS

PARTICULARLY POPULAR ESPECIALLY

WITH YOUNG PEOPLE. THERE ARE

ALSO “LEARN TO KNIT” AND “LEARN

TO CROCHET” CLASSES AS WELL.

“It's on my present wish list.”

“I would certainly love to

take it home and have it in

my sewing room.”

313 6765 to reserve your place. The “Learn to

Sew” class is particularly popular especially

with young people. There are also “Learn to

Knit” and “Learn to Crochet” classes as well as

bag and cushion making one-day tutorials.

There is a list of the classes online at

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Whatever your crafting needs you can be

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NORTH CANTERBURY

RangioraRangiora was abuzz last week with the first

design drawings by Ignite Architects released

by Mandeville Properties of the new Farmers

building. This eagerly awaited two storey

building is currently at resource consent stage

but it is hoped building will start in April with a

targeted opening of the middle of 2016

planned.

Farmers will take up most of the ground floor

along with four other speciality stores and a

large space in the upstairs area for

commercial office space.

The majestic Rangiora Town Hall is also due to

open at the end of March. One of the first

events in the Town Hall is a concert by the

Warratahs with many in the district looking

forward to the two-theatre cinema opening.

OxfordAnother Town Hall to reopen shortly is the

grand Oxford Town Hall. The building has

been strengthened and repairs completed as

this wonderful Town Hall at the centre of the

community is returned to its glory.

Oxford will continue to showcase all it has to

HEADING NORTH By Sarah Waldron - Visit Waimakariri

thoffer with the 110 Oxford Annual A&P Show

with “Royal” event status on 4 April. This is a

great day out and the town is really on show

as it celebrates town and country coming

together.

KaiapoiKaiapoi celebrated its opening recently of the

Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre which is

home to the Art on the Quay Gallery. Currently

it is showcasing six uniquely handcrafted art

murals about aspects of New Zealand history,

especially relating to the wool industry by

Mary Kelleher. The Murals appeal to all ages

and is on display until 3 March.

As the Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre is

open Sundays this has seen some Kaiapoi

shops open also. Blackwells is enjoying

being sandwiched between the Ruataniwha

Kaiapoi Civic Centre and Coffee Culture.

Blackwells is open now from 10am to 2pm on

Sundays and they are well into their Summer

Sale as autumn stock starts to arrive.

Popular markets and eventsIt's a very busy time for events in the

Waimakariri. The popular Ohoka Market

continues every Friday and is now joined by

a Rangiora Twilight Market Friday evenings

from 4pm to 8pm. The Swannanoa Country

Fair is on 1 March and then the sporting

events take over with two large triathlons, the

Rangiora to Kaiapoi Fun Run and two cycle

races to compete in or simply enjoy

watching. Woodford Glen will also be roaring

to the sound of engines several times during

the month of March.

Quite simply, Waimakariri has it all… and

then some.

For more information go to

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CANTERBURY BRIDAL

In early days, mostly in European countries,

aristocrats would finish off the wedding

festivities by sending guests home with a

small gift. It was hoped that the happiness of

the wedding couple would 'rub off' on the

guests by means of a souvenir of the event. In

many cultures it was believed that everything

the bride and groom touched would bring

good luck so sharing and giving of a gift was

one way for the bride and groom to bestow

good luck on their friends and family.

Traditional mementos consisted of a box

made of porcelain, crystal or metal (gold,

silver, pewter) that contained sweet treats. For

& keepsakes

IN EARLY DAYS, MOSTLY

IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES,

ARISTOCRATS WOULD

FINISH OFF THE WEDDING

FESTIVITIES BY SENDING

GUESTS HOME WITH A

SMALL GIFT.

Wedding mementos, souvenirs or favours – whatever you like to call them

– are not a new notion. They were developed centuries ago to "share the

wealth" so to speak. If you have ever attended a wedding, you probably

left with a small token or reminder of the happy day. Match books

emblazoned with the couple's names and the date of their wedding were

often a staple at weddings. These days however, anything goes. From

crystal wine glasses to votive candle holders, golf ball tees and everything

in between is acceptable as a wedding memento.

this reason they were called 'bonboniere',

bonbons being candies, in French or

'bomboniere' in Italian. There were usually five

confections in the box to represent fertility,

health, wealth, happiness and longevity. Sugar

at the time was expensive so receiving a gift of

confections was an honour.

As time progressed the tradition of giving

mementos was adopted by other social

classes. It was not just for the upper class

aristocrats any more. It was adopted to prove

that the hosting family had the financial means

to provide gifts and to share the good luck of

the newly-wed couple.

The history ofMementos

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THERE WERE

USUALLY FIVE

CONFECTIONS

IN THE BOX TO

REPRESENT

FERTILITY,

HEALTH, WEALTH,

HAPPINESS AND

LONGEVITY.

Rather than providing a bonboniere, a family

of modest means would often select simpler

gifts to give as mementos.

Almonds were commonly given as wedding

gifts to signify good luck in their life together.

Coating almonds became popular and the

sugar coated almonds were called confetti.

Now confetti has a different meaning but at one

time it was meant as sugar coated almonds.

Wedding memento options

Picking a wedding memento holds no

boundaries. A traditional gift of five almonds

has been replaced with trinkets and themed

articles. Depending on the type of wedding,

any type of memento can be obtained.

Destination weddings can be decorated with

seashell keepsakes, people who like golf can

have golf related trinkets, while the more

traditional bride and groom can offer

chocolates or individual picture frames for their

guests. Depending on the budget and type of

wedding to be held there will be a wedding

memento to suit the ceremony.

Continued from previous page

CANTERBURY BRIDE


Soulstyle Organic Hair Salon is renowned for its high-end, organic colouring and cutting and its immense commitment to buying local, and supporting other local

organic businesses.This model is a stunning local girl, the photographer was the

salon's stylist Bex, the jewellery is Soulstyle's logo, designed and crafted by a talented jeweller based in Southshore. The hair is of course done by Soulstyle, using professional organic products.

While in the destination salon, you will be served Canterbury produced organic tea and Switch coffee and you can browse the retail range of Christchurch made soaps, body scrubs and oils. Your reading choices are also NZ made and celebrate organic and green lifestyles, like Good Magazine and Life & Leisure.

Treat yourself! Google Soulstyle Organic Hair Salon for more information.

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Your perfect wedding dress

is waiting at Wilkins Bridal.

With over 200 stunning

gowns to choose from, finding

‘the one’ may seem daunting, but

the professional and

knowledgeable staff will ensure

that your shopping experience is

relaxed, stress-free and, of

course, successful. Store Manager April Meredith

says that when a bride finds that

perfect dress, “It's a one-of-a kind,

magical feeling that can elicit

tears or cheers of joy. I take

personal responsibility for the

happiness of my brides, who all

want to look gorgeous for the

singular moment in their lives that

will live on forever.”Bridesmaids are also well taken

care of at Wilkins Bridal with a

large selection of gowns from

Alfred Angelo and Sorella Vita.Contact April now to make an

appointment phone (03) 377 8595,

email [email protected] or

view the latest collections at

www.wilkinsbridal.co.nz.

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Important questions to consider prior to your big day would be what style of photos you prefer as this can be traditional, spontaneous, arty etc. Another question would be whether you'd prefer colour, sepia or

black and white photos; with or without frames or a mix of everything. This all needs to be discussed with your wedding photographer before the wedding day - besides the fact that he/she needs to know what your preferences and requirements are, the photographer can give you some guidance and advice on must-have shots so that the photos you imagine can take on real life form.

Although there are many hair styles to choose from, keep in mind that you'll have to look at these photos for ever, so I would advise against anything very different or extreme (the kids will probably just tease you about this later!). If you want your wedding photos to be timeless, go for a classic, simplistic hair style that would be easy to manage throughout your photo shoot and day.

It's important to have a trial run with your make-up to avoid last minute disappointment. You know what you feel comfortable with, again, this needs to suit your personality. You want to mingle with your guests feeling comfortable and self-assured. Your wedding make-up should complement you, not change you.

You need to feel comfortable, and most importantly be yourself so that your unique personality will reflect in the photos. But a girl needs all the help she can get and if a few props will help you to relax and have fun – why not! Take some props with you or ask the photographer to supply some interesting objects that you can use during your photo shoot, for example a hat, colourful sarong (that will double up to keep your dress clean in case you have to get down and dirty), a wedding invitation, your garter, a cigar for the groom etc . Give your photographer some healthy attitude and the right tools to be creative.

Your wedding photo shootIt's always nice to know what you're in for when you have your wedding photos done as this will prepare you mentally.

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CANTERBURY BRIDE

Your wedding day is coming up, it's one of the most special days of your life and

a day when you, quite rightfully, want all eyes on you. So when it comes to the

hen's night, why not give yourself the eye candy for a change?

Spicing up proceedings

Yes, Topless Waiters aren't just for the summer

months! In fact, what better way to get

temperatures up and hearts racing in the cooler

months than setting your eyes on a topless waiter or

two?

Surprise the bride-to-be, surprise the birthday girl or

surprise all your girlfriends at once.

Launched in Christchurch early last year, Topless

Waiters can make any event a memorable one, offering

waiters who are professional, well groomed and great

at serving food, mixing drinks, co-ordinating some fun

– even getting the barbecue cranking.

Better yet, they're available all year!

“Whether you have a corporate product launch,

ladies nights, baby showers, civil unions, garden

parties, fashion shows, social events, promotional

launches, corporate functions or just about anything

you want to add some spice to, we can help,” owner of

Topless Waiters Christchurch Kimberley Yeatman

explains.

“Afternoon cocktail parties and high teas are

extremely popu lar and we've even put together a new

promotional rate for bar owners and corporate

companies who are wanting to launch new

products/brands etc, so they can get in touch to

enquire about the special rate.”

While all the standard events are covered, Kimberley

and her handsome team are extremely versatile and

can work with any specific requests.

“We can work with you to tailor your event,”

Kimberley says.

“Our waiters can facilitate and participate in games,

prepare and serve food, mix drinks and even cook your

barbecue – all while looking super sexy and wearing,

well, not much at all!”

Find Topless Waiters Christchurch on facebook, or

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much more special by phoning 0800 TOPLESS (867

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CANTERBURY BRIDE

“MEN ARE NOW MORE CONSCIOUS OF THEIR APPEARANCE

AND ARE INCREASINGLY TURNING TO COSMETIC

PROCEDURES FOR SUBTLE ENHANCEMENTS”.

By Lydia Truesdale

Bro-tox:

Bro-tox. It's a new-age thing.

And while Christchurch has

been a little slow to catch

on, it is growing in popularity

as men seek to maintain and

enhance their appearance.

Dr Phil Frost from specialist

Botox® and appearance

medicine clinic, Face Value,

talks us through it.

Maintaining a youthful appearance is

not only about exercise, diet and

fashion… it concerns skin care and

anti-ageing modalities as well,” he says.

Male celebrities like David Hasselhoff and

Simon Cowell have admitted to indulging in

Bro-tox, Botox for 'bros' or men, to stay

presentable and employable in an age of

aesthetics. Generally the frown and the

forehead are common target areas for Botox

treatment, and, particularly for lean men, the

use of fillers to restore the volume their faces

held in their younger years.

It's understandable that men might have

previously been put off by the unnatural

looking results of certain high profile

celebrities, but with ongoing advancements in

the industry they can now be confident in the

fact they won't walk away looking de-animated,

frozen or 'plastic' faced. The key is to not over

treat, Phil explains.

“Men are now more conscious of their

appearance and are increasingly turning to

cosmetic procedures for subtle

enhancements… for them it's not a case of

changing their looks, rather projecting a

healthier, youthful look.”

At Face Value the treatment begins with the

initial consultation, examining the face and

Men's gi� of the jab

sometimes old photographs of the client to

determine how they looked previously and

what would be a desired natural-looking

outcome.

Phil's male clients come from all walks of

life: builders, doctors, lawyers and so on.

Often their wives or partners have had

procedures done and encouraged them to do

the same. Whilst when he first began in this

medical specialty some 15 years ago it was

rare to see a male client, these days around

10 percent of his practice is made up of males

seeking to maintain/improve their appearance.

One could say it's a 'menaissance'.

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CUISINERECIPES FOOD WINE BARS & CAFÉS RESTAURANTS

Central Otago winery thcelebrates 25

Stunning Chard Farm Winery today, set high above the Kawarau River in Central Otago

Celebrations were held last weekend, and in a 'nod'

to the community that has supported the business

over the decades, all proceeds from wine sales on

the Open Day will go to local primary schools.

Director and winemaker Rob Hay said he, wife Gerdi

and family enjoyed celebrating the landmark anniversary.

“I first set eyes on the farm in August 1986 after

returning from Germany where I'd studied winemaking,” he

said.

“I fell in love with it and started managing it as an

orchard, but when I had an epiphany one balmy Central

Otago evening and envisioned it as a fully-planted

vineyard I think more than a few people thought I was

mad.

“We were advised not to plant anything there at all, or at

best stick with some obscure early-ripening Germanic

variety of grape, but we persevered and with a lot of help

from family, friends and locals we got there.”

“The winery's gone from 200 cases produced in 1989 to

over 40,000 cases produced annually. Chard Farm wines

are exported to over a dozen countries and we're proud to

say that our pinot noirs are found on many top restaurant

wine lists throughout Australasia.”

Central Otago's Chard Farm Winery

celebrated 25 years on the farm this month

with a VIP wine tasting, birthday party and

a family-friendly locals' Open Day.


Anew Bollywood movie poster wall, new

flooring, and lush and comfortable new

leather chairs means the decor now

reflects the luxurious style of the recently

opened Coriander's at 222 St Asaph Street.

It's a great move. The glamorous new inner

city restaurant and bar is proving really popular,

with people flocking in for lunches, snacks,

drinks and evening dining. Leisurely meals or

quick fixes are both looked after with ease and

large groups are a specialty.

“People really appreciate the decor, too,”

says owner Amardeep Singh of his latest

venture.

As suits a suburban restaurant, Edgeware

Coriander's has a more casual atmosphere with

an emphasis on dining. Open for lunch and

INDIANCUISINE

at its finestCoriander's restaurant in Edgeware, a local favourite for superb Indian cuisine for the past seven years, has just had a gentle makeover.

dinner, it is BYO as well as

licensed.

Both venues are open for takeout

meals, with online ordering the best

way to go.

“Ordering on line is very popular and

works well,” says Amardeep. “And of

course the dishes are of the same high

standards that we serve in the

restaurants.”

Just go to the website

www.corianders.co.nz find the

“order on line button” and follow

the simple instructions. The menu is

extensive, with almost all the

Coriander's favourite dishes available,

including their signature sizzling platters.

You can pick up your fresh

hot Indian feast from the

restaurant or have it delivered.

Details of pickup and delivery

hours and delivery areas are all

clearly spelled out. Restaurant

reservations can also be made

online.

So suburban or inner city,

eat in or take out, lovers of

fine Indian cuisine can get

their fix almost any time.

Edgeware Coriander's is

open 11.30am till 2pm and

5pm till 10pm daily. St Asaph

Street is open from 11.30am until

late daily.

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Fully licensed NOW OPEN!222 St Asaph St, CBD ChristchurchPhone Bookings:call 03 365 5557Opening hours: 7 Days 11.30am-12.30amLunch: 7 Days 11.30am to 4.30pmTakeaway pick up 41 Welles

St AsaphBYO & fully licensed76 Edgeware Rd, Edgeware Village ChchPhone Bookings:call 366 7223Lunch Monday-Friday 11.30am-2.00pmDinner 7 Days from 5pm-10pm.

BYO & fully licensedShop No 8, 70-76 Rolleston Dr, Rolleston SquareRolleston, ChristchurchPhone Bookings: call 03 347 2315Lunch Monday-Friday 11.30am-2.00pmDinner 7 Days from 5pm-

Fully licensedShop 5/30 Cnr Conical Rd Hill & Chisolm Ave, Hanmer SpringsPhone Bookings call 03 315 7616Lunch Monday-Friday 11.30am-2.00pmDinner 7 Days from 5pm-10pm

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Edgeware

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Coriander’sEthnic Indian Restaurant

Come in and

Experience an

Exquisite Array

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Phone 0508 111 001

www.corianders.co.nz

Come in and Experience an Exquisite Array of Delicate Flavours!

CUISINE

Asian street food at its best

Set your taste buds to 'bam!' when dining at Fusion @ the

Asiatique which, true to its name, serves up a killer mix of

Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese. Sydenham's latest,

this fusion hybrid hot house focuses on fresh, tasty and nutritious

food in super comfy surrounds.

FUSION@ THE ASIATIQUE

Like us on

50 Wordsworth St, Sydenham

Open Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Phone: (03) 365 0163


Owner Jackie Hendricks is passionate

about serving delicious, genuinely

authentic flavours from Thailand,

Vietnam, Japan, and Malaysia. While she

serves up traditional dishes, many signature

dishes are quirky fusion like the Japanese

chicken served with Thai sauces or salads,

using the best of local produce. “I find the

fresh ingredients then I design the menu,”

she says.

Not surprisingly there are exciting daily

specials, and regular customers can keep an

eye on what's cooking on the Fusion @ The

Asiatique facebook page.

When Metropol calls, the lunch menu

consists of eight dishes including salmon

sautéed in lemon miso paste, roast duck in red

curry with lychees and grapes (all peeled!)

and grilled eye fillet salad with a lemon chilli

dressing and fresh herbs. All are very

affordably priced at $15 to $25 and all are

freshly made to order.

“We grind our herbs and spices every time.

The customers can smell and taste it and know

its fresh – right down to the galangal and

lemongrass,” says Jackie. “I pride myself on

the freshness and bringing out the character of

each ingredient in a dish. I can make a fresh

lively Nonya curry that would make a

Peranakan mother in law proud.” This care and

passion for flavour follows right through to

CUISINE

Japanese style crispy chicken and Thai influenced mango salad with a touch of chilli, Nonya chicken, minced pork and prawn dip with sticky rice patties served with fresh greens – these are just three of the signature dishes you may find on the lunch menu at Fusion @ The Asiatique. The name is apt – Asian fusion is the secret of the fresh and tasty dishes at this Wordsworth Street restaurant, thanks to the influence of the team of chefs from who hail from Thailand, Malaysia and Japan.

every detail. Dishes are served with bowls of

fresh herbs and even the spicy ginger, garlic,

chilli sauce and chilli vinegar placed on each

table are house made.

And if the dishes on the menu are not

tempting enough, the cabinet contains

Malaysian chicken curry, chilli pork and French

beans plus those perennial favourites, butter

chicken and mango chicken. There is certainly

an abundance of deliciousness to choose

from in this bright, cheerful restaurant.

A few favourite dishes are: Nonya Chicken

Curry, Crispy Chicken with Mango Salad,

Nonya Prawn and Pineapple Curry,Crispy

Chicken with Spicy Carrot Salad and Minced

Pork Dip with Sticky Rice.

“IT'S A HAPPY FOODIE PLACE AND MY FOOD IS HAPPY FOOD THAT YOU EAT TO ENJOY EVERY MOUTHFUL.”

HOOKED on


How to make a Citronella Mojito...60ml Bacardi

4 lime wedges

8-10 mint leaves

45ml lemongrass infused simple syrup

Soda

Methodology

1. Squeeze lime wedges into the glass.

2. Put the mint leaves on one hand and clap, this will help to

release the aroma

3. Fill half the glass with ice, pour over Bacardi and simple

syrup.

4. Stir the mixture using a bar spoon, add more ice and top up

with soda.

5. Garnish with mint sprig and smashed stick of lemon grass.

How to make Lemongrass Infused Simple Syrup

Combine equal parts sugar and water in a bottle. Shake until

the sugar is completely dissolved. Smash 4 sticks of lemon

grass with a rolling pin add to bottle and leave to infuse.

CocktailThe

Mary's mixologist

GlasswareIt is best served in a high ball glass which does justice to the different ingredients used in Mojito. It is slightly taller than an old fashioned glass and slightly wider than a Collins glass. Glassware is available from Total Food Equipment.

Bloody Mary's is now online so check out www.bloodymarys.co.nz where they will be publishing all the Mary's Mixologist recipes on their site for easy reference.

chef

Sidecar

CUISINE

Mary's Mixologist Scottie Ronalds shares the secret behind making a sensational Citronella Mojito...

The Mojito is a traditional Cuban cocktail which

consists of just five simple ingredients, making it the

perfect at home cocktail. People have been enjoying this Cuban classic on hot

sunny days for years, its relatively low alcohol content and refreshing palate

totally hit the spot. Bloody Mary's version has got a Citronella or Lemongrass

infusion for that extra citrus kick.

Scottie Ronalds

flavour“I PRIDE

MYSELF ON

THE FRESHNESS

AND BRINGING OUT THE

CHARACTER OF EACH

INGREDIENT IN A DISH.

I CAN MAKE A FRESH

LIVELY NONYA CURRY

THAT WOULD MAKE

A PERANAKAN

MOTHER IN LAW

PROUD.”

Also super popular are the mouth

watering cream puffs. Tiny, delicate

and smothered in custard and

cream, these are made by the

Japanese chef, and confirm what

many already know, that when it

comes to pastry and sweets, the

Japanese are experts.

Fusion @ The Asiatique situated

at 50 Wordsworth Street is open

10.30am to 3pm for dine in or take

out. “People are coming in for lunch

and buying takeout meals for

dinner,” says Jackie. “It's quality

home cooking to take home.”

With its intriguing

French/Asian country decor

('60s-style chrome chairs

upholstered in red and white

polka dots, gleaming dark

stained timber, granite topped

tables, and antique copper

utensils) Fusion @ The Asiatique

is a delightful place to dine in or

to wait while your freshly made

take-out meal is prepared.

“It's a happy foodie place and

my food is happy food that you

eat to enjoy every mouthful,”

says Jackie.


CUISINE

Fruity, creamy & caramelisedA delicious baked French dessert

Natasha MacAller, author of Vanilla Table – The essence of exquisite cooking from

the world's best chefs, shares this delicious recipe by Maggie Beer…

Method

Preheat a fan-forced oven to 180C (190C without fan)

Grease a 1 litre flan dish with unsalted butter and

dust with a little superfine sugar. Set aside.

Place the silvered almonds onto a lined baking tray,

place into the preheated oven and toast for 10

minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven

and set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, place the dried apricots into a medium

saucepan and pour over the verjuice and water. Add

the scraped vanilla seeds and pod, place over a

medium to high heat, bring to simmering point and

allow to cook for 5 minutes until the apricots are

plump and soft. Remove the apricots and vanilla pod

from the liquid, discard the pod and roughly chop the

apricots and place in a bowl. Continue to simmer the

verjuice liquid until it has reduced to 2 tablespoons,

then remove and add to the cut apricots.

In another mixing bowl, place the flour and sugar,

whisk in the milk and cream, add the eggs and whisk

until smooth.

Place the chopped apricots into the base of the flan

dish, then pour over the mixture, sprinkle the toasted

almonds over the top and place into the preheated

oven. Bake for about 30-35 minutes.

Remove from the oven and allow to stand for 5-10

minutes. Then serve warm with crème fraiche.

Serves 4

1 tsp unsalted butter, for greasing

½ C slivered almonds

¾ C dried apricots

½ C verjuice

½ C water

1 vanilla pod, scraped

3½ Tbsp plain flour, sifted

1/3 C superfine sugar

1/3 C milk

½ C whipping cream

3 free-range eggs, large

1 C crème fraiche to serve

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By Hans Petrovic

During the past three years, she has

been particularly concentrating on

teaching Italian to people of all ages on

behalf of the Dante Society of Christchurch.

“We had two beginners' classes in the first

year and now we have six classes each week

on three different levels – beginners, post

beginners and intermediate,” says Wilma.

Classes are held at St Ninian's church, 9

Puriri Street, Riccarton, for further information,

check the website, www.dantechch.nz.

A committee member of the Dante Society,

Wilma was president for several years and has

also taught Italian cooking classes. Although

these are not being held at the moment, the

society hopes to start them up again.

The society also has free screenings for

members of recent Italian films at St Ninian's at

7.30pm on the last Wednesday of the month.

The Dante Society of Christchurch is part of

an international organisation established in

Italy in 1889 with the aim of promoting Italian

language and culture throughout the world.

Since 1999, Wilma has produced and

presented “Cartolina”, a programme on Italian

culture and life, on Community Radio Plains

FM96.9, which is broadcast on alternate

Wednesdays at 7.30pm and repeated the

following Monday at 10.30am.

A mathematics teacher back in Italy, she

turned to music in Christchurch, starting her

collaboration with Canterbury Opera in 1998,

as the chorus's Italian diction coach. This led

to working with Southern Opera and also with

the University of Canterbury, where she

covered the Italian section of the course on

European Languages for Musicians.

In recognition of all this work, the Italian

Government conferred on her in 2005 the title

of Cavaliere dell'ordine Stella della Solidarieta

Italiana (Knight of the Order of the Star of the

Italian Solidarity) for her work as a teacher and

radio journalist.

Wilma Laryn

With the reopening of restaurants and liquor

stores since the earthquakes, Wilma and

Alessandro's wine business has also been

growing in Christchurch. There are also wider

sales in New Zealand and overseas,

particularly Australia.

The Laryns planted 4500 vines over five

hectares in the rich soil of the valley floor in

1998 and the winery was completed in 2003. It

now produces an award-winning, very

drinkable, dry pinot gris, which comes in two

basic styles, Grey Pearl and Wood's Edge,

which are suitable for lunch and dinner

respectively.

“After the earthquakes, there were not many

places for people to go, so we decided to open

the vineyard and winery – which is only a 15-

minute drive from the centre of the city – for

people to buy wine here and relax outside on

sunny days and look at the beautiful

countryside,” says Wilma.

At this time of year, Cracroft Chase is open

to the public from 2pm to 3pm every Friday,

Saturday and Sunday, but it is best to check

during the winter months. Appointments can

be made by phoning Wilma on (03) 337 9339.

Cracroft Chase Vineyard

Wilma and Alessandro Laryn

and the

Although a fulltime resident in New Zealand since 1996, Wilma Laryn still

keeps herself busy promoting the language, culture, films and food of the

country of her origin – Italy. And that is on top of spending a lot of her

time at the Cracroft Chase vineyard and winery, hidden away in a little

valley in the Port Hills, at the far end of Shalamar Drive, off Cashmere

Road, which she has developed with her husband, Alessandro.


CUISINE

As post-quake Rolleston continues to take shape, the increasing number of visitors to the area

are finding out what local residents have known for over seven years – for great service, even

better food and reasonable prices, you can't go past Monkey Spices.

Traditional Italian with an Oriental twist

isn't something you come across every

day but Monkey Spices offers exactly

that – and with Japanese owners and Italian

chefs, every dish is guaranteed to be

authentic, fresh, tasty and sometimes

surprising.

Owner Chie Mochizuki has fond memories

of Italian food from her childhood in Tokyo.

“We used to dine at Tokyo's Italian restaurants

and it has always been my favourite cuisine. I

come from a family of restaurateurs so it just

made sense to open a restaurant here that

combined my favourite food and my culture.”

Now with two Italian chefs on board the

authenticity factor has reached new heights.

Between Chie, her husband Taka (also

Japanese), and Italian chefs Guiseppe and

Davide, the clash of cultures is generating a

real creative buzz in the kitchen. And the ever-

evolving Monkey Spices menu is the

culmination of that creativity.

Since the arrival of Guiseppe and Davide,

the Italian dishes have been further refined in a

traditional sense and, in true Monkey Spices

style, new flavour combinations that promise to

excite and inspire have been added. However,

the biggest change is the addition of a new

Italian-style tapas menu – still with the

restaurant's signature Oriental twist.

“We found that some of our regular

customers were starting to order a few entrees

as their meal rather than a single main dish. I

think that people often like to share when they

go out and experience different flavours. It's a

trend we are noticing and it's how we like to

dine too.”

New additions on the tapas menu include

prawn and avocado croquettes, caprese

pinchos and a mini laksa quiche. Most dishes

are between $6 and $9 and Chie recommends

enjoying them as an entrée or to select a few

and make it a meal. Even better, order lots and

share with your table. Each dish is

flavoursome, fresh and delicious.

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BETWEEN CHIE, HER HUSBAND TAKA (ALSO JAPANESE), AND ITALIAN CHEFS GUISEPPE AND

DAVIDE, THE CLASH OF CULTURES IS GENERATING A REAL CREATIVE BUZZ IN THE KITCHEN.

On the main menu, diners can choose

from Napoli-style stone-fired pizza, a range

of freshly made pasta dishes, as well as a

small selection of meat and veg dishes. All

pasta is made fresh daily with the likes of the

gnocchi and ravioli appealing to those who

enjoy a more delicate and refined dish.

Whereas, for diners who want wholesome,

hearty Italian fare, then it's hard to compete

with traditional bolognese and carbonara.

For regulars, Haojao crispy chicken pasta is

always a favourite with its combination of

crispy chicken and smooth fettuccine.

Also popular with regulars, and for good

reason, are the sporadic, invitation-only

degustation dinners. As testament to their

love of entertaining, for special occasions,

Chie and Taka close the restaurant to the

public and invite a select group of regulars to

enjoy a seven-course degustation dinner at a

very reasonable price.

“It's a way for us to thank our regulars and

excite foodies

also to try new things. We love to experiment

but we always maintain the same high quality

no matter what we are preparing. We always

aim to provide food and service to a very high

quality but without the fine-dining prices,”

Chie explains.

Monkey Spices is open Tuesday to Sunday

from 5.30pm. Fully licensed and BYO wine

only. 70-76 Rolleston Drive (Shop 9). For

more information phone (03) 347 7444 or visit

www.monkeyspices.co.nz.

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Once, when Jax Hamilton was confronted with

rows and rows of food stalls, she just couldn't

decide what to order. Her friend suggested the

raclette, as she had never tried it. She said it was partly

curiosity that drew her to this enigmatic stall selling food

you would normally eat off-piste after skiing all day.

“Imagine cutting a large round Edam in half, heating one

half with a hot blow torch and then scraping the melted

cheese over prosciutto, warm onions and new potatoes.

So simple, yet so divine! This recipe is from Union Jax

Back to Blighty, with food photography by Stephen

Goodenough.

Raclette Tapas Style

Serves 4

knob of butter

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 red onion, thinly sliced

8 medium sized new potatoes, cooked and diced

¼ C small gherkins, roughly chopped

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

100g Gruyere, grated

100g Edam, grated

8 slices prosciutto or Parma ham

½ tsp smoked paprika

Tasty lunch or tempting tapas

Prosciutto or Parma is dry-cured,

thinly sliced ham. Although steeped

in Italian tradition, nowadays it is

used in hundreds of different dishes

across a wide range of cuisines – in

platters of antipasti, folded over

fresh pizza, in sandwiches and

salads, wrapped around your

favourite meat, or old-school with

balls of sweet and juicy melon. If

you're talking to an Italian about

Parma ham, they will tell you that

only ham produced and cured in the

hills around Parma can, by law, be

called 'Parma' ham… and that it is

made from only four main

ingredients – pork, salt, air and love.

Method

Melt the butter and oil in a frying pan and toss in your

onion. You don't want to cook them, just warm them

through and take the bitterness out so you still get a nice

crunch in the finished dish. Toss them around now and

again in the warm butter for about 5 minutes

Preheat your grill to 200C.

Scatter your diced potatoes in the bottom of a large

dish; or if you're making tapas, use 4 individual

ovenproof dishes. Top with a layer of the cooked onion

and sprinkle over the gherkins. Season with salt and

freshly ground black-pepper.

Mix your cheeses together and sprinkle half over the

potatoes and onion. Cover with a couple of slices of prosciutto,

then top with the remaining cheese and a dusting of paprika.

Place directly under the hot grill. Cook until the cheese has

melted and oozed through the layers of gorgeousness!

To serve

Serve with a tossed green salad and a cold bottle of beer.

It's only Parma ham if it comes from Parma


CUISINE

Now this thriving NZ born business has

set up home in Christchurch - the first

Wholly Bagels and Pizza franchise to

hit the South Island - but Christchurch master

licensee, Zhe Zhang says the Creyke Road

store is the first of more that will pop up around

the region this year.

Discover why New Yorkers love 'em"We love bagels… and pizza. Always have. And, as them wise folk say, do what you love

and you'll never work a day in your life. So, Wholly Bagels and Pizza was born, which

meant we could spend every day enjoying making them, baking them, spreading them,

filling them, eating them and of course preparing them for bagel lovers like yourself!"

There's a reason this bagel and pizza

franchise has become an iconic name - firstly

they get into a New York state of mind, with all

the recipes utilising the techniques perfected

in the Big Apple. After being baked to

perfection, take one of the 13 flavoured bagels

from sesame seed and wholegrain through to

jalapeno, cheddar, and chocolate chip, and

add delicious fillings. There are 19 of these -

be it a gourmet or classic filled bagel.

Be it a breakfast, lunch, creative, mini,

veggie or a naked bagel ready for spreading

cream cheese all over or dunking in one of the

soups - the choice is yours. In addition to shop

sales, there are numerous catering and

corporate options, snacks, coffee and

takeaway food.

Then there is the pizza! Just like the bagels,

the ingredients will make you salivate, they're

made using authentic, traditional methods.

Size is everything to New Yorkers, so the New

York style pizza only comes in large (14 inch,

still bigger than most other pizza places) and

jumbo sizes (20 inch or half a metre or 'massive

as' in Kiwi speak). Made with tradition in mind,

the pizza is never overloaded - all ingredients

are given room to shine on bases that are

deliciously thin and crispy.

So to check out New Zealand's “most

passionate” providers of bagels and pizzas

head to Wholly Bagels and Pizza, corner of

Creyke Road and Ilam Road, phone (03) 351

0883, or visit www.whollybagels.co.nz.

And, if you think you have what it takes to

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Soft Italian linen and the light wash of French antiques create a

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HOME By Sally Blundell

Take a base of contemporary

bach aesthetic, add a measure of

traditional Pacific design and a

good splash of island

sophistication and the result will

look something like the new

luxury holiday home designed by

ADNZ member Greg Young of

Christchurch's Young Architects,

for two families seeking an island

retreat on an idyllic site at

Denarau, on the western coast of

Fiji's main island, Viti Levu. Designing a Pacific

From the outside the Marina Point holiday

home appears to be a series of four

simple bures – the traditional wood and

straw huts found across Fiji and the Pacific –

but here made of plastered concrete and

complemented by an outdoor pool, extensive

plantings and lighting. To meet the clients'

needs, the bures incorporate a private living

area for each family and a central shared

space, all inter-connected by timber

boardwalks that give a relaxed resort-style feel.

On the inside, luxury

living in a tropical

environment is given

full expression,

balancing the fantastic

views and airy

countenance (the bures

are naturally ventilated

using louvres, large

doors and breezeways)

with a cool intimacy

and traditional Fijian

designs and materials.

The simplicity of the structures is given

added depth with a range of native timbers,

woven mats, controllable lighting, island motifs

and vivid earthy tones.

“The environment is critical,” explains, Young.

“You need the openness because of the

temperature but it also has to be comfortable,

both physically and emotionally. The inside is

where you have all the texture, the warmth and

the relaxing, welcoming aesthetic.

“It was a real challenge, getting right back to

basics and thinking about why you were doing

things rather than doing things simply because

you do it. The outside is really bright so you

want the inside to be more of a haven away

from all that brightness. So rather than making

it bright and light as we would in a colder

climate, we closed it in by using darker timbers.

The whole design exercise is a complete

reversal of what we do

in Christchurch.”

Further

complicating the

process was Young's

determination to

include a distinctly

Fijian vernacular – this

in a popular region of

Fiji dominated by

western style resorts

and holiday homes

that look straight out of the pages of a Gold

Coast real estate brochure.

"Fiji has lost a lot of its village feel and many

of its traditional responses and ways of living.

So for me it was important to do something that

was appropriate for the setting and for Fiji.”

To understand the local cultural context he

sought the advice of family members who

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Photography, phone (03) 377 5080. 'Marina Point'

was designed by ADNZ member Greg Young of

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cultural/historical show village, “so I was able to

talk to the guides as to the historical reasons

why they do certain things and apply those to a

modern building. For example, the chief or

medicine man's home will have a much higher

pitched roof with a lot more prominence than

anyone else, and the way they install their posts

has strong cultural significance historically. We

applied that to this design: prominence was

given to the meeting place rather than the two

sleeping bures.”

Throughout the interior the artisanal nature of

traditional materials and building techniques is

evident. Construction materials were sourced

locally wherever possible to ensure cultural

integrity and to reduce costs (building materials

brought into Fiji are heavily taxed). As well as

using a range of native Fijian timbers, the bures

incorporate hand-woven flax ceiling panels as

seen throughout the Cook Islands, Tonga,

Vanuatu and Fiji.

“In New Zealand you see manufactured

versions but in Fiji we really wanted them to be

hand-woven. We used locals and local skills as

much as we could – it gives something back to

the communities. It is all part of the journey.”

It was a journey shared closely with the

owners, one of whom Young has already

designed a woolshed conversion and a Gothic

revival brick and stone home in the heart of

Fendalton in Christchurch.

“So all completely different projects but he is

a very hands-on client. He has a good eye; he

understands balance and space and was very

proud of his involvement in the design (of the

Marina Point holiday home). It's all about

relationships and there's a real synergy that

can be gained in knowing you are meeting the

clients' brief and then meeting their

expectations when they finally start using the

building. It is all well and good coming up with

spaces that work and materials they like but

when they are actually living there it is a

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You've all heard the stories of the

gourmet chef who lives on two minute

noodles… so does the rule of thumb

transcribe to builders? Well quite

simply it doesn't, at least if head of

local construction firm Ainsworth

Builders' director Shane Ainsworth's

newly built home is anything to go by.

Beauty and the build

Nestled comfortably in Strowan's Halton

Street, the striking home to Shane, wife

Jemima and their two beautiful daughters,

has taken detail to the next level.

The first thing you notice as you come up the

driveway is the elegant Heritage Tray roofing

profile, a standout feature of the property's exterior.

Rustic cedar detailing and large barn doors

separating the living room – one of three living

spaces – create a classic luxury lodge feeling

within the interior.

A children's play room extends off from the open

plan living and dining room and a large outdoor

space, featuring an outdoor fire place and large

louvre system, opens up from the living room.

A wide American oak staircase takes you

upstairs to three of the five bedrooms, including the

elegant master bedroom and fully tiled ensuite – one

of three bathrooms – accessible through a walk in robe

and featuring a sizeable double shower.

Interior styling by Alex Goodger from Kit and

Caboodle has the family home looking like it's jumped

off the pages of a magazine and a local photographer

herself, Jemima has captured the stunning detailing in

these images, with more available on the website.

Local firm Canterbury Painting's Hayden McDonald

and Phil Thompson, Darren from Lifestyle Joinery,

Lane Watson Plumbing and iWire all played important

roles in the build, while foreman Grant Knaggs

supervised the project from start to finish.

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Born in Brazil, it's no wonder Ana has a thirst for

diversity and culture. It's people's passion for life

and what it leads them to discover that inspires

her, and ultimately set her off on a creative journey

that she shaped into a career.

Now settled in Christchurch and running her

photography business, Comerlato's

Photography, Ana's world experiences

have proved benecial. She hones the

ability to understand and capture the

essence of each moment, producing

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“I love to photograph everything…

people, places, moments… there are so many

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“It's important we commemorate these

special memories so we can look back on

them and share them with others.”

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By Lydia Truesdale

Ana Comerlato has lived a colourful life. At her young age, she has already ventured off from her hometown in South America, travelled to many countries across the globe and studied photography in Australia.

Photographer Ana Comerlato

Her love for variety is reected in her

portfolio. In it you will nd wedding scenes,

pregnancy and model portraits, family shoots,

commercial photography and landscapes; there is no limit to

what she can immortalise in print.

Between photo-shoots for clients and photo documenting her

own adventures Ana is constantly expanding her photographic

knowledge and skills. When she isn't working with clients she is

exploring and inspiring others wi th regular photo-posts on her

facebook page.

These acquired skills enable her to eloquently capture moments

between families and couples and the likes, and they also

ensure that commercial jobs are completed with a distinct

edge.

As Canterbury rebuilds itself, and in turn requires

updated imagery of new or renovated premises, Ana

carefully uses her skill set to make almost anything appear

photogenic – people, buildings or otherwise.

She understands that art is art and perspectives may

differ, hence she offers photo packages that give clients

access to all the photos taken. The packages generally

include one large print of the client's choice as well as a CD

drive with the remaining images, though the packages can

be personalised to clients' specic needs and wants.

Phone Ana on 021 203 7434 to arrange a booking.

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Hubbers stocks a wide range of quality

home furnishing products from the

best local and international brands,

and can transform any interior space from

dull and dreary to vibrant, stylish and fashion-

forward.

In terms of colour trends, Karin says, “We

are seeing more than just bold, floral patterns

there are also muted hues of colour blended

together. Navy and subtle greens are making

a return along with mustards and soft

yellows. These are thrown together with

blues, greens and soft mauves.

Colour goes bold,Fashion trends always come full circle and this season's home furnishing trends are no different…

And no one knows this better than flooring and home furnishings retailer Hubbers – they

have been in the business for 50 years this year. Karin Hubber, daughter of founders

Lloyd and Chris Hubber, explains; “The latest trends to come out of the European

collections are now hitting the shelves and many of them are striking a familiar chord.”

“Fabrics are following the same lines – soft

colour palettes with splashes of bold, like

red. Duck egg blue is still a favourite but

there is also lots of navy in the mix.” Fabric

prices range from $30 per metre right through

to designer-end pricing.

Not to leave the kids out, a browse through

Clarke and Clarke's Storybook fabrics

provides great inspiration; these fabrics are

the perfect choice as they carry children right

through the ages – not just kiddie prints.

Another big trend according to Karin is

imported paper, and Hubbers offers over 100

books to choose from. “The most popular

ranges are Harlequin and Anthology, which

features recycled glass papers, and also the

Momentum books, which have copper

papers.

“Metal, wood, glass and copper are very

big this year, and we can't leave out the

botanicals for an amazing effect too. It's all

about getting the right mix on your walls to

complement your furniture – combining the

old with the new. The selection is so huge it

can be daunting, so allow plenty of time to

browse the books.”

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texture amps up

When it comes to floors, solution-dyed carpets are still the biggest

sellers. “Their performance is outstanding and they are available in

variable pile heights and fashionable shades.”

However, laminate flooring sales are increasing every year.

“Houses have better insulation now and hard flooring is a great

look in kitchens and living areas. We recently took on the new

Godfrey Hirst range of wood and laminate flooring as seen on The

Block, which is also proving to be popular.”

To complement the laminate and wood floors, Hubbers also

stocks a large selection of matching vinyl planking floors for the

wet areas of the house.

Karin says that the company is seeing a lot of home furnishing

activity, particularly in Christchurch. “A lot of interiors are being

renewed as a result of the rebuild and earthquake damage. Often

this is difficult for people who have not been exposed to it for many

years but our staff have the knowledge and expertise to help and

are great at putting it all together for our clients. It just removes the

anxiety and we all need that.”

Hubbers mobile vans carry large ranges of products but there is

so much more to see in store. The tile area of Hubbers'

Christchurch showroom has been revamped and features a whole

wall of tiles of all colours and sizes at very competitive prices.

“At Hubbers we recognise that time is precious for our

customers, so we have provided all the products we have available

in one store – Dulux paint, wallpaper, carpet, wood, laminate,

homewares, bedding, vinyl, tiles, curtains, blinds and accessories

to go with all these products.”

Hubbers also stocks some of its own design ranges out of the

UK that retail for less than half the designer ranges available in

store.

Before making any changes to your interior, spend some time at

one of Hubbers' expansive showrooms in Christchurch, Rangiora

or Blenheim. For more information, visit www.hubbers.co.nz or call

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No need for heating to cost the earth. Let the earth do your heating…

By Cheryl Colley

The 'skinny' on geothermal heating

Say the words geothermal and heating

and people in New Zealand inevitably

think about the Wairakei thermal power

station. But that link is a misconception when

referring to geothermal heating systems.

These types of heating systems are gaining

popularity around the world and local

Christchurch company, Next Energy Ltd,

began bringing this heating solution to New

Zealand in 2007. It is actually available not

only to people in hot springs areas, but in

most areas of this country. The main criterion

is having access to an area of land that can be

used for what is called “the captor field”.

So when you think Next Energy Geothermal

don't think geysers. Think instead of the latent

low temperature heat that is in the ground all

around us, unused, but accessible wherever

we live. Soil is a living system that contains

massive amounts of energy that is constantly

being replenished from sunlight and rain. Even

if the temperature in the air outside is -5C, a

metre underground the earth can still be warm

at +10C.

So if you are looking to build in the near

future consider a geothermal system. This is

made up of three essential components - a

“captor field” to capture the heat from the

ground, a ground source heat pump to force

the transfer of heat, and a heating system

(such as in-floor heating) to distribute heat.

Next Energy supply a complete turn-key

service from initial advice on insulation to full

heating design, installation and servicing. All

components are sourced from leading

European manufacturers and have been

chosen for their energy efficiency. Next Energy

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relationships with the architectural community,

many of whom provide testimonials on the

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At first glance, nothing much seems to

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redesigned front and rear splitter. As with the

new California T, the 488 GTB will get the turbo

treatment, making it the first mid-mounted

turbocharged Ferrari since the legendary F40

supercar of 1987. The 488 is also the latest car

to adopt the GTB (Gran Turismo Berlinetta)

nameplate which started with the 308 GTB of

1975.

With a smaller capacity than the 458, each

cylinder makes 488cc exactly hence the name,

the 488 will have a 3.9-litre twin turbocharged

By Ben Selby

Fierce new FerrariA new Ferrari is always news.

So this is it, the 488 GTB.

Due for official unveiling at the

2015 Geneva Auto Show in March,

the 488 will be the long awaited

evolution of the stunning 458 Italia

first seen in 2010.

V8.The addition of turbo power has meant a

power hike to 660HP at 8,000rpm, a lot

considering the current 458 Speciale makes do

just fine with 597HP. This also means the 488's

biggest rival, McLaren's 650S, will be playing

catch up.

A revised seven-speed dual clutch

transmission derived from the 458 will feature

coupled to a new 'Variable Torque

Management' system. Ferrari claims this will

allow the driver to exploit the maximum of the

power and torque available across the rev

range.

Add this together and you have a claimed

top speed of 330km/h and the zero to 100km/h

dash dealt with in three seconds flat. Other

developments benefiting balls-out

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Second Mark 2 in production

he build of the second Mark 2 by

TCallum is already underway at the

headquarters of leading restorers

Classic Motor Cars of Bridgnorth (CMC).The first car, a Mark 2 redesigned by

Jaguar’s Design Director Ian Callum and

reengineered by CMC for his own personal

use, was unveiled at the opening of the

company’s new headquarters in August 2014,

boasting a huge number of aesthetic and

technical modifications.This will be the second of a limited run of

twelve cars and is expected to visit the US

next year.Nick Goldthorp, managing director of CMC,

said: “The second Mark 2 by Callum is in

production, it is going to be a left hand drive

car and the body is nearing completion. We

should finish the vehicle by the end of this

year.”Each vehicle will be tailored to an individual

buyer, who will spend time with Ian Callum to

finalise the specification.Nick Goldthorp said: “No two cars will be

the same, which makes them more unique. It

is all in the small details that can be tailored,

including the gearbox, exterior and interior

colours. Each Mark 2 can be built as a right or

left hand drive car with automatic or manual

transmission and can be additionally fitted

with power steering, air conditioning, electric

windows and different types of wood veneer.”

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We at Metropol AutoPlus could count our

lucky stars when we were invited to play

passenger in a three-seater Formula One

Arrows F1 car during the 2015 New Zealand Festival

of Motor racing at Hampton Downs. It took us a whole

two seconds to say yes.

The offer came as part of a new F1 attraction to New Zealand

thrills, F1 Rides New Zealand. This gives the average Kiwi racing

fan the chance to experience what Mika Hakkinen and Michael

Schumacher used to experience every second weekend.For owner Robert Borrieus Broek, the journey for Kiwis to

experience F1 thrills began with a simple overseas trip. “It all

started when we discovered there was a lot of interest in New

Zealand with Formula One due to names like Bruce McLaren and

Chris Amon. We went overseas to buy the ex Gerhard Berger

Ferrari 412T F1 car from 1994 and came back with the Arrows as

well.”Robert actually found the three-seater car in the classifieds at

the back of a magazine. “We contacted the owner who was a

specialist in Formula One cars. We then went to the Ascari Race

Track in Spain where the cars were kept and secured the car.”At that point there were no Formula One cars in New Zealand.

“The Ferrari was the first late model F1 car in New Zealand and

the Arrows AX3 gives people the opportunity to see, hear and

ride in one.”

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THE VIBRATIONS COULD BE FELT ALL OVER YOUR BACK, GIVING THE IMPRESSION THE ENGINE WAS BOLTED DIRECTLY TO YOUR SPINE.

my co-pilot would be someone who actually competed in Formula One

during the 1980s.Think of eighties F1 and living legends like Alain

Prost, Nigel Mansell, Nelson Piquet and Keke Rosberg spring to mind.

Huub Rothengatter competed in Formula One from 1984 to 1987. It

was a brief stint but he still managed to go wheel to wheel with his

colleagues at circuits like Monaco, Spa and Monza, driving for Spirit,

Zakspeed and the Italian Osella teams. He was a quick driver, just

lacking in competitive cars worthy of his talents. Despite a short

career, he moved on to Formula One management, promoting fellow

Dutch driver Jos Verstappen.Despite experiencing, first hand, one of Formula One’s golden eras,

our ride in the AX3 Arrows was still emotional for him. “It is the first

time I have been in a Formula One car since 1987,” he said with a grin.

The Arrows name has been a part of Formula One for many a

moon, since the late seventies through to the new millennium. The

Arrows AX3 began life as a standard single-seater Arrows F1 car,

driven by Jos Verstappen and Pedro De La Rosa during the 2000

season.“At the time, Arrows were in need of new sponsorship deals. So

they had the idea of converting their single-seaters to carry three in

order to take potential sponsors for a ride to get them involved and

excited about Formula One. Unfortunately the project became so

costly that it finished the team financially. Soon after that, they ceased

operations.”As the AX3 was a three-seater, naturally there had to be a second

backseat driver. While suiting up with flameproof overalls, I was told

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