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On a recent long-haul flight I watched the gripping mountain-climbing thriller Everest. It was one of those epic movies that leaves a lasting impression: totally engrossing, yet difficult and disturbing to watch at the same time. It jolted my senses and stirred up all sorts of emotions … as I sat on the plane with tears streaming down my face, I realised it was not the sort of thing you should watch when you're stuck in a confined space surrounded by several hundred people.Anyone who has seen the movie, or remembers the real-life event as it unfolded in May 1996, knows the tragic outcome. Highly-regarded Kiwi mountaineer Rob Hall was one of the guides leading a group expedition to the summit of Mount Everest. Hall perishes in a blizzard on his descent, as do several other climbers. As he teetered on the brink of death he had a heart-wrenching final phone conversation with his wife, Jan, who was back in New Zealand and pregnant. Sadly, Hall never arrived home to meet his new daughter.Since seeing Everest, I have wondered many times about the psyche of adventurers, explorers, extreme athletes and elite mountain climbers such as Rob Hall. What drives these people to take on the fickle forces of nature and push themselves mentally and physically to the point of exhaustion, risking pain, injury, illness – even death – to achieve a goal or a dream? What is the attraction and why do so many chase that addictive sense of satisfaction and fulfilment?Those same questions came to mind earlier this month when I was a spectator at the Coast To Coast multisport race. It was fascinating and uplifting to watch people of all ages, colour, shapes and sizes as they ran, walked, skipped or hobbled down the finish chute at New Brighton. All of them were clearly exhausted but, at the same time, elated that they had just achieved a significant goal.One friend of mine ran for seven hours in agony after badly twisting his knee, and may well have done serious long-term damage. Another friend struggled with nausea and cold sweats for the entire kayak leg, so crippling was his fear of falling out and drowning in the unpredictable Waimakariri River.Yet, straight after the race, as they gulped their cold beers in the finishers' area, all the dramas and low points were instantly forgotten. That indescribable feeling of having conquered their demons and proved to themselves, and others, that they could push themselves out of their comfort zone and achieve what had at first seemed impossible, made it all worthwhile.Of course many of us do not consider risking life and limb to scale the heights of a massive mountain, or traversing the width of the South Island by foot, kayak and bike, as must-do activities to be ticked off our bucket list. Whatever challenge you decide to tackle, the important thing to remember is the pride and ecstasy you will feel when you've overcome the odds, the elements, or simply your own fear and self-doubt. Just imagine crossing that finish line – whether it be literally or figuratively – and that should be motivation enough.

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Hide and seek for art lovers

Held in true treasure-hunt style, tokens will be

cunningly hidden in the gardens opposite the YMCA

Thirty-six works of art worth more than

$5000 will be given away in a hide-and-seek

day of fun at the Botanic Gardens on

Sunday 28 February.

The event, organised by Oi YOU! and the YMCA,

starts at 9am. It is part of the Spectrum Street

Art Festival. Held in true treasure-hunt style,

tokens will be cunningly hidden in the gardens opposite

the YMCA - all you have to do is find one to win a piece

of art!

The artworks – each laser-cut into wood – are

designed by The Shady Collective. They are a humorous

and unique take on the Jetsons cartoon that can be

seen as you enter the Spectrum Exhibition at the YMCA.

“We don't make it easy for people to find the tokens,

and so younger kids may start to lose interest,” says

festival director George Shaw. “That inspired YMCA

CEO Josie Ogden Schroder, who has youngsters of her

own, to come up with the idea of introducing lots of

other fun stuff for the younger ones to do too.”

Activities for children will include scavenger hunts,

henna and face-painting and lots of fun prizes.

Spectrum has been a huge success, with more than

40,000 people already visiting the main exhibition at

the YMCA on Hereford Street.

So if you have not been to

Spectrum yet, this Sunday could be

the ideal opportunity: hunt for art

treasure, then head over to the

outstanding exhibition just across the

road.The Spectrum Exhibition is open

seven days a week, from 9.30am to

5.30pm Saturday to Wednesday, and

until 8pm on Thursdays and Fridays.


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Many happy returns for Dame KirindDame Kiri Te Kanawa will celebrate her 72 birthday on Monday 7 March with

Christchurch opera lovers, opening her New Zealand tour with a gala event that night.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE7 March – Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch (phone 260 5253 for more details)10 March – Civic Theatre, Invercargill 13 March – Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington 16 March – Gisborne Memorial Theatre 19 March – Baycourt Arts Centre, Tauranga22 March – ASB Theatre, Marlborough

The world-renowned opera star is excited to be invited to bring her music to six centres around the country. “I am looking forward very much to connecting with many friends and renewing old friendships. I hope those who attend will enjoy the musical experience,” Dame Kiri said. “The songs I have selected are all personal favourites and it is always a pleasure to share my music.”Photo: Duncan Innes

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The repertoire will

feature a specially-

selected programme

of romantic songs

and arias that will

delight music lovers.

The historic Isaac Theatre Royal is the venue for the opening performance from Dame Kiri, who will undertake a six-venue

recital tour of New Zealand. Dame Kiri last performed on the Isaac Theatre Royal stage just 10 days before the 22 February 2011 earthquake. That show attracted the last 100 percent full house before the theatre was closed for four years.

The Christchurch evening will be a 'gala black tie and red carpet' fundraising event to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the 2011 disaster, and to celebrate the first fully operational year of a fabulous restored theatre in the heart of the city.

“The Gisborne and Tauranga events are already sold out,” tour organiser Paul Gleeson said. “I think people realise that this could be a last opportunity to experience one of the world's most-loved voices.”

Dame Kiri will be accompanied by one of New Zealand's finest musicians, the internationally-acclaimed pianist Terence Dennis, and the repertoire will feature a specially-selected programme of romantic songs and arias that will delight music lovers. These will include Dame Kiri's personal favourites from Mozart, Handel, Vivaldi, Puccini, Heggie, Guastavino, Obradors, Ginastera and Canteloube, as well as a selection of traditional folk songs.


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Stress-busting tips for sellersSelling your home can be one of the most stressful events you will ever experience. Harcourts' real estate agent

Cindy-Lee Sinclair shares her tips on how to beat the blues and maintain your sanity during the process.

Enlisting a competent real estate agent who you can trust is as important as their experience and credentials.

Clear and effective communication imbues trust and keeps a lid on stress. “A good agent will keep you abreast of all the complicated issues so you can make informed decisions, feel part of the process and have peace of mind that your agent is acting with your best interests at heart.”

Getting organised will certainly keep stress to a minimum. Enlist a cleaner and a gardener prior to viewings and plan ahead for childcare.

Another valuable tip Cindy-Lee has for prospective sellers is to remain open-minded and let go of any expectations. Attending a few auctions before your big day will give you a feel for the process and what to expect.

“If expectations are unreasonable, sellers run the risk of being disappointed. Talk with your agent and ask plenty of questions about the process.”

Selling your home is a big undertaking, Cindy-Lee warns, so make it easy on yourself by doing something you enjoy every day. Take yourself out for lunch during open homes and, above all, never

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Having toured New Zealand previously in 2014, tenors Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Derek Hill and Kalauni Pouvalu, along with soprano Susan Boland, return to share their

friendship, humour and talent in a lunchtime concert in Christchurch.

3 Tenors and a Soprano Reunited is a heart-warming concert full of classic songs from popular to classical music including O Sole Mio,

My Way, Nessun Dorma, Come Back to Sorrento and The Donkey Serenade.

The performance, on Wednesday 2 March, is part of the Operatunity Daytime Concert series. Operatunity tours the country eight times a year with its daytime concerts, and has enjoyed great support from Christchurch audiences since 2007.

Bonaventure is of Rarotongan heritage but grew up in Wellington before studying singing at Auckland University. He has performed with Operatunity for many years and been involved in many operas and concerts. This year he will perform the role of Monostatos in the NZ Opera production of the Magic Flute.

Derek is a graduate of McGill University in Montréal,

Canada, and has been involved in numerous NZ Opera productions and concerts with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra as well as the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

The youngest member of the group, Kalauni, is a New Zealand-born Tongan who has graduated from the University of Auckland. He has been performing with Operatunity since 2014.

Susan Boland is not only an accomplished singer, but is also a Director of Operatunity Daytime Concerts.

3 Tenors and a Soprano Reunited starts at 11am on Wednesday 2 March at the La Vida Centre, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton. A light lunch will follow the concert, when members of the audience will have a chance to chat with the artists. Book tickets online at www.daytimeconcepts.co.nz or phone (toll free) on 0508 266 237.

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Julie Beattie, Heather O’Loughlin, Kerry Keown, Jill Baird

Top row: Jenny Neville, Andrew Walker. Bottom row: Maire

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Shaken yet again by recent violent aftershocks five years on from the initial big one, creative thinkers like

Ministry of Awesome Co-Founder Kaila Colbin are at the forefront of Christchurch's movement building a brighter future for all.

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How did the idea for Ministry of Awesome develop from its inception to its fruition? Its creation came about in a highly organic, highly iterative fashion by now-Deputy Mayor Vicki Buck; Student Volunteer Army founder Sam Johnson; head of UC School of Maori and Indigenous Studies Sacha McMeeking; and myself. It started with a bunch of conversations, exploring what we could do to be most useful and impactful in post-quake Christchurch. When it was first formed, the organisation was kind of a bucket to house our various projects, but it quickly evolved from that to being a supportive champion for the many brilliant ideas seen bubbling up within the community.

What various initiatives is Ministry of Awesome running to make a better, brighter city? There are a huge variety of initiatives led by Chief Awesome Officer Lauren Merritt. Our Event Awesomist, Erica Austin, runs a programme of events that includes weekly Coffee & Jam sessions and monthly Double Shot evenings. Our Startup Activator, Catarina Gutierrez, connects one-on-one with people in the early stages of starting a business to guide them through the process. Our co-working space is fantastic for freelancers and small organisations to work in a collaborative environment with like-minded people. And last year, in partnership with the Unreasonable Institute in Colorado, we ran our first Unreasonable Lab – a five-day business model validation lab. It was a huge success and we're looking forward to additional programmes just like it. We also worked with Canterbury Development Corporation (CDC) to create InnovationMap.co.nz, a website that helps entrepreneurs find helpful resources available to them.

What inspires you most about living in post-quake Christchurch? I love the kinds of conversations we can't have anywhere else in the world. What is the best way for citizens to engage in the recovery of the city? What should the role of the arts be? How can the transitional movement inform longer-term, more permanent development? How do we prioritise potentially competing economic, social, political and environmental interests? Although these questions are relevant worldwide, they've really been brought to the fore in our unique post-quake environment, and I love the way ordinary citizens are experimenting with the answers.

What qualities make a successful entrepreneur and what makes the difference between success and failure of an idea? There are three parts. 1. The first requires two essential personal characteristics from the entrepreneur: a commitment to making it work and an obsession with continuous learning. Without commitment you're likely to give up — entrepreneurship is a long, hard, slog, with frequent setbacks and disappointment – and without the obsession with learning, those setbacks will derail you.2. The second is about the team. In 2012 we had Ernesto Sirolli speak at our TEDx event, and he talked about the three cornerstones every successful business needs to master: the product, marketing and financial management. He also said that never in the history of the world has a single individual been able do all three beautifully – you may be able to get by, but one of them will be your passion and the others will be done reluctantly because you have to. So often we're taught this myth that entrepreneurship is a solo sport, when really entrepreneurship is the art of teamwork.3. The third is about the market. The famous Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor Marc Andreessen has said that the market is more essential than product or team. For example, in 1984 FedEx launched Zapmail, the first faxing service. However, the market wasn't ready, and so it was a total flop. It's extremely difficult to close a sale if people can't get their heads around what you do.

What would your advice be to those who want to make a difference to the fabric of our city's rebirth?I'll plagiarise my mom, who was plagiarising someone else: Show up, pay attention, speak the truth, and be open to outcomes.

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Master your moneyOne of the country's fastest-growing financial advisory firms has opened in Christchurch.

This is the first South Island branch for financial personal training firm enableMe, which specialises in one-on-one coaching to help people save money, reduce debt and reach their financial potential.

The Christchurch branch is owned by local Sarah Bayley, who has over 17 years' experience in the banking sector. Sarah says she is looking forward to helping the people of Christchurch to achieve their financial goals and ambitions.

At the start of a new year, many people take stock of their finances and try to set budgets on their own. But these plans can often fall by the wayside. “For most of us, our biggest financial goal is to be mortgage-free,” says Sarah. “At enableMe we assess the financial fitness of our clients and create a plan to get rid of debt faster. Our honest and impartial advice will help you take control of your money.”

EnableMe's financial personal trainers are highly trained and are all registered financial advisers. “At enableMe we educate clients on positive money habits, track progress and adjust the plan if circumstances change. We can do all of this without compromising your lifestyle,” says Sarah. “It is never too late to learn how to manage your money better.”

The new enableMe office is located on Level 1, 68 Manchester Street. To celebrate the opening of the Christchurch office, consultations are discounted to $75 plus GST (from $300 plus GST) for new clients until 29 April 2016.

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Great attractions by the seaside

By Hans Petrovic

On a hot day, the beaches of Sumner are packed with people of all ages. But it is not just the beaches that are attracting people to Sumner. Five years on from the earthquakes

the local businesses have also re-established themselves, offering a wide variety of cafés and restaurants and shops ranging from fashion boutiques to surf equipment.

The road to Sumner is much better now. The Ferrymead Bridge has been repaired and there is even a

coastal pathway from there all the way to Sumner,” says the co-ordinator of the Sumner Business Group, Kath Cross. “People didn't feel safe on the roads for a long time, but they are now 80 percent fixed. I feel business is back to pre-earthquake levels at weekends and, in the evenings, the restaurants are packed.”

Martine Marshall, the co-owner of Le Petit Hotel, at 16 Marriner Street, has a personal insight into the long-time popularity of Sumner. Many of the guests to her charming, French-style hotel are visitors from overseas who do not bother hiring a car while staying there. To them, all the attractions of Sumner are within easy walking distance.

There's a pub, The Cave Rock Bar, and it's not far to the Hollywood Cinema and then on to all the restaurants and shops. It's somewhat further along the beach to the Ocean Café & Bar at Scarborough, but a very pleasant walk.

At the Hollywood, it's always a pleasure to discuss the history of Christchurch

cinemas or the latest in movies with the owner, Lang Masters, who has been running the theatre for 52 years with his wife, Maureen. “We bought the place last September. We're the owners now, whereas we only rented it before. It's better for us in the long run and we now have another person to eventually take it over,” says Lang.

Around the corner, in Wakefield Street, there have been quite a few changes. The pub on the corner has new owners and has been renamed The Turtle Shack Bar & Bistro. The Bamboozle has also been taken over and changed into the very interesting Le Xom Indochinese-Vietnamese street-cuisine restaurant. Opposite that is the very popular Indian Sumner restaurant and, right next to the Indian Sumner, is the unique Delicatessen, which is run by Tanya Michaels,

the wife of Glenn, the head chef and owner of the nearby Headless Mexican. What's so great about the Delicatessen is the wide range of ready-to-eat takeaway meals available.

Not far around the corner, in Nayland Street, is the L'Estrange Art Gallery, which is associated with the work of Bryan L’Estrange, Nigel Brown, Hamish Allan, Hannah Kidd, Tony De Latour, Simon Kaan, Alan Pearson and Ewan McDougal.

Their work was previously on display on huge canvases on the containers leading into Sumner.

Lang and Maureen Masters, Hollywood Cinema

“Business is back to pre-earthquake

levels at weekends and, in the

evenings, the restaurants are packed.”

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Angela Newland, Kirsty Irvine

Lily & Michela McCurrie

Liz Huddleston, Charlotte Cottrell, Anna Smith

Mieke Aarts, Ilse Rabbidge, Bron Webster

Sheryl Brittenden, Victoria Kelland, Amanda Apperley

Tash van Koeverden, Hannah Buist

Victoria Wales, Judy Elvidge

Makayla & Jodie Barrett

Bex Stone, Kelly Coe (Designer),Rachel Hobson

Renata Boot, Melanie Dravitski

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l SceneDesigner boutique fashion store Dear No-One – on the corner of Holmwood Road and Rossall Street in Merivale – opened its doors in January, much to the delight of Augustine and Charlo lovers across the city. Kelly Coe, Augustine/Charlo designer, and Bex Stone, Augustine’s sales representative, mixed and mingled with the crowd. Over wine and nibbles, they talked about the colourful and exciting pre-autumn range of evening and everyday wear, called ‘Nothing For Wallflowers.’

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Dorothy McLennan, Thysje Waghorn, Debbie Mahia

Frobisher Events15, 16 & 17 March 2016

Tuesday 15th March - Art Exhibition

Wednesday 16th March - “In Conversation”

Thursday 17th March - Wine & Whisky Tasting

Free event - 5.30pmFeaturing Jane Blackmore, Melanie Mayell & Sharon Earl

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S 2ections are available from a generous 1100m to 4ha lifestyle blocks, allowing room to create the lifestyle you wish. Stages 1 and 2 have already been

released, with 40 percent sold off the plans and titles expected for the first stage in May and second stage in November this year.

“Construction is coming along nicely, with ponds either side of the entrance way and the entry road sealed,” says Megan Buddle from Gillman Wheelans. Rural features within the area will also include railway bridge beams for bollards, meandering roads and natural undulation.

Located off Weedons Ross Road, Wilfield is close to the growing centre of West Melton. A new retail centre,

RURAL JOYS close to the cityTake the opportunity to create your new home at Wilfield in West Melton. Gillman Wheelans, the

developers of award-winning Preston Downs, have brought the same rural feel and landscape features to Wilfield, with many options for those who are looking for a section to build their dream home.

Rural features within the area will also

include railway bridge beams for bollards,

meandering roads and natural undulation.

opposite the BP Service Station on Weedons Ross Road, is now underway and advertised to be completed towards the end of 2016. A new community recreation centre is also in the pipeline, providing options for entertainment and fitness for the entire family and a hub for the local community.

The reserves within the development will include active play equipment, as well as open space.

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Jasmine Bishop,Connie Thoen

Rob and Marise Carpenter

Robyn and Robin Olley

Jenny Mayne, Kate GiddensChris Brown,

Ballantyne Haines

Kristy and Ruby Archer

Glen and Anthea Livingstone, Robertand Bronwyn Bijl

June and Russell Kerr

Jon Jarman, Melissa MoodyKerri and Pam Fitzgerald

Sharon Tite, Brigitte Thomson

Charlotte Foate,Dr Jeremy Foate

Elizabeth Cumming,Fiona Tonkin

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l ScenethSouthern Ballet Theatre celebrated its 40 anniversary in December at the Isaac Theatre

Royal. Current and former dancers, parents, teachers and staff joined Southern Ballet’s Founder Lorraine Peters, her Co-Patron Fiona Tonkin and Chairman of the Board Clifford Cox to share a few memories before enjoying the opening night of the gala production of Cinderella. With dancers in professional companies all over the world and many other successes outside of dance as well, it was a chance for Southern Ballet to take a trip down memory lane in the form of photos, video clips and stories from the last four decades.

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Androgynous, effortless and guaranteed to combat the elements, this is perhaps the number one item every girl should have in her wardrobe when facing a cool Canterbury winter.2. The Turtleneck

Don't bag it until you've tried it! Not only does the turtleneck get full points for practicality, but it's also clambered its way to the top of our hot-right-now list. Nothing says preppy quite like a stylish skivvy.3. The Midi Pencil Skirt

Designed to flatter, this piece oozes sophistication and is equally as fashionable in the workplace as it is away from the office when you're in hang-out mode. Pair with a simple white shirt and ankle boots for a convincingly chic look.4. The Knitted Dress

Warm and comfortable, the knitted dress is perhaps your cosiest companion during the winter months.5. The Culotte

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This is a trend that appeals to the modern woman. She needs designs that exemplify both her independence and vision – a contemporary approach to fashion that

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Perhaps the best thing about this 'new utility' look is that it is open to interpretation. As the purpose and success of functionality alters with whatever it is you're undertaking, people can get experimental in tailoring the trend to suit their tastes and needs.

For casual and everyday wear, channel unisex comfort by simply dressing up or down a look depending on the occasion. For more formal situations and events, timeless designs bring an element of sophistication, while accessorising with contemporary flair offers a modern touch and makes the whole look relevant.

Whether you're a fan of draping or structure, plain or printed textiles, pick a style that is functional and flattering to you. Finish it off by adding your own personal touch to really nail the utility trend and command the respect you know you deserve.

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The emerging 'new utility' trend is pushing the boundaries of design and functionality. It is certainly

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When it comes to colour, jewel tones are a commanding trend to explore and experiment with. This look is slightly easier to conquer, with individuals able to wear their preferred style and remain radiantly on-trend as long as the gown or accessories resemble a gemstone colour. Think emerald, ruby, opal or sapphire.

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The Imperial Collection brings interior design addicts' love affair with the pastel palette to the fore with shots of pale pink, icy blues and dusky grey.

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“My mother bought the original wooden building with its big, high ceilings and spacious rooms back in 1987. She was a registered nurse and saw the need for a preschool in the area. I was a student at university studying literature at the time, and she asked me to help run the centre. I've been here ever since! Many of our trained teachers stay for long periods too. It's very important for the children,” Michelle adds with a smile.

Later, in 1994, the building next door was added and transformed into a nursery, allowing more room for the under-twos.

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During the year children are taken on small outings in small groups. One of the visits is to Fitzgerald House, where the children enjoy singing to the elderly. On occasions they visit local parks.

“For older pre-school children we have an assigned teacher preparing children for primary school and, from all accounts, it certainly helps with settling them into the school system. We've never needed to advertise our school. Recommendations from past parents really help.”

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OPI Nail Lacquer has some wonderful shades in their recently-released New Orleans Collection, with a rich creamy green, shimmery periwinkle blue, light orange, nudes, bright or blush pink, luscious purple and metallic pewter. These are all on-trend colours for summer.

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A room full of people laughing and laughing; those big belly laughs that make you feel great. This is the world of Laughter Yoga, a class that involves no gags or Christmas cracker jokes, but

laughing for the simple sake of laughter itself and the wellbeing it brings.

Celebrating their ninth birthday next month, St Albans Laughter Club was the first in the South Island to

be established. Every week people come together to sit in a group, make eye contact and begin laughter exercises which are combined with deep diaphragmatic yoga breathing.

“There is a real connection – it's incredible. It is very simple but life- changing,” says Hannah Airey, founder of the Club and the Lotus Community Wellbeing Trust. “When someone else is laughing it is hard not to laugh with them.”

Those who attend do so for a wide variety of reasons - for help in dealing with serious issues such as a cancer diagnosis

By Rachel Smith or grief; for anxiety and stress; or simply because they have forgotten how to laugh. There are no limits when it comes to gender, age or physical abilities – all you need is some comfortable clothing to wear and a willingness to give it a try.

Hannah says that laughter works at a neural level on the body, triggering the release of endorphins and serotonin, and also provides a cardiovascular workout that doubles your normal resting heart rate. Importantly, even if you are faking your laughter your body still has the same biological response, providing enormous psychological and physiological benefits.

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Wellbeing Trust. A non-profit organisation, the Trust provides subsidised laughter programmes for community groups in need, including mental health support groups, drug and addiction services, aged care, disabilities and schools.

Hannah also offers laughter yoga workshops for workplaces and conferences, as well as an upcoming two-day wellness workshop on May 14-15. The two-day workshop is ideal for personal development and anyone who is interested in running their own Laughter Yoga group, with proceeds from all workshops in turn assisting the Trust's work.

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Williams is one of the most well-known females in New Zealand equestrian circles. After a

horse riding accident left her a C6/C7 tetraplegic in 2002, she has continued to forge a successful career in sport horse breeding with her husband Sam's family stud, Little Avondale, in the Wairarapa. She is also widely known as the face behind the CatWalk Spinal Cord Injury Trust and has earned national honours for her extensive charity work raising money and awareness for spinal injuries.

As well as being a keynote speaker at a sponsors' evening, Catriona Williams will declare the Show 'open' on the Saturday. Wanaka Show co-ordinator Jane Stalker is thrilled that someone of Williams' calibre is so keen to attend. “It's an honour to have Catriona here for the Wanaka Show. We know she'll be a big drawcard for the hundreds of horse riders competing here, but her inspirational story also has wider public appeal,” she says.

The Wanaka A&P Show is one of New Zealand's largest agricultural and pastoral events. It attracts more than 35,000 people each year, including many from the Canterbury region. Run over two days and set on picturesque showgrounds overlooking Lake Wanaka, the Show includes traditional features such as equestrian and livestock events; home industry displays; wool classing; and more

Catriona Williams with her husband, Sam, and Zara Phillips at the CatWalk-funded Spinal Cord Injury Research Facility at the Auckland University Centre for Brain Research in 2015.

Equestrian star the Show-stopperCanterbury equestrian fans are in for a treat if they're planning to head to the Wanaka A&P Show next month.

Catriona Williams, who represented New Zealand on the international stages at Badminton in 1997-1999 and the Open European Championships at Burghley in 1999, will be the Wanaka Show's 2016 guest of honour on March 11-12.

than 400 trade stalls from around the country. Home of the Beef + Lamb New Zealand Golden Lamb Awards, aka the Glammies, it also runs novelty events – like the famous Jack Russell race, wood chopping and old-fashioned sheaf tossing – plus there is family entertainment and live music.

thThe 2016 Wanaka Show is the 79 annual event. “As usual, there's something for the whole family,” Stalker says.

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CUISINERECIPES FOOD WINE BARS & CAFÉS RESTAURANTS

By Cynthia Kepple

That aside, poke, seaweed, and vegetables are picked to be top of the international pops. Poke? Looking puzzled? Pronounced like okay, this is a popular

Hawaiian dish of raw fish – usually tuna - marinated in soy and sesame served on seasoned rice. It's tipped to be the new sushi.

Hurray, it's goodbye kale. Seaweed, the new super food that is full of antioxidants, fibre, iodine and good fats, shoves kale off the top of the healthy ‘must-eat’ list. The list also features umami, a taste sensation that is distinctly lacking in kale! Other veggies will star on our plates as we cut down on meat, proteins and carbs. Cauliflower steaks and spiralised vegetable noodles (dig out that spiraliser from the kitchen drawer) will frequently replace meat and pasta. Those stalks and stems don't go into the compost either. Root-to-stem dining is making it big, with off-cuts being eaten rather than tossed in the compost.

Cooking methods will be bold and brave, with lots of fire and smoke. Think barbecue, home smoking and blackened veggie salads.

Whole milk, butter and cheese are back in the good books as we realise that fat is not all bad and those of us who like a bit of the naughty can breathe a sigh of relief. Donuts are in vogue and fried chicken is going to go gangbusters.

If you believe the trend predictors, it looks like an interesting year. Bon appétit everyone.

WHAT WILL WE BE EATINGA new year with new beginnings and potentially new food trends. If we follow international pundits' predictions, our diet will be healthy and somewhat vege-centric. It is, after all, the United Nations International Year of the Legume.

IN 2016?Seaweed, the new super food that

is full of antioxidants, fibre, iodine and good fats, shoves kale off the top of the healthy ‘must-eat’ list.

SEAWEEDSPIRALISED VEGETABLES


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By Cheryl Colley

FOOD FROM THE HEART

“It's just such a magical setting.” That's been the reaction from couples who have held their weddings at the recently-opened Memorys Restaurant near Springston. Mature trees, well-established gardens, doves flying in and out

of a dovecote in the large courtyard and delightfully quirky rustic decor elements all contribute to this aura of the beautiful and tranquil fairy tale.

Memorys is intimate too – like a 'home away from home' with a European feel, intermingled with

kiwiana. There are two main indoor areas that can be utilised for weddings and other private functions. The main restaurant dining room seats up to 24 people, while The Boardroom is an intimate elegant dining area which seats up to eight people. Then there is the large courtyard area, perfect in summer for larger functions and small boutique weddings of up to 60 guests.

The food at Memorys is another of its great charms. For your wedding or group function their chefs' objective will be to serve you nutritious, simple and effective dishes that will tantalise your taste buds. Memorys' catch phrase is soul food; food

to feed the soul

from the heart to feed the soul. It's all about selecting and combining the best local ingredients available and creating dishes that taste delicious and give a sense of wellbeing to all who come and visit their special place.

Memorys Restaurant is located at 227 Leeston Road, Springston. Opening hours are Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm, as well as Thursday to Saturday 6.30pm-11pm (bookings essential). For further information or to make a booking for your function, phone (03) 329 5554. Email [email protected].

Traditional Japanese Cuisine from the

Tomi Family

Ph: 03 377 8028 76 Edgeware Rd Edgeware Mall ChCh www.tomi.co.nz

Now Open Sundays!!

Lunch: Tues-Sat 11:30am-2.00pm Dinner: Tues-Sun 5:30pm till late328 7517

47 London Street, Lytteltonwww.freemansdiningroom.co.nz

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Opening Hours

Wed & Thurs 3-late

Friday 11.30-late

Saturday 9-late

Sunday 10-late

Live Music every Sundayafternoon on THE DECK

Handmade pasta & pizzaThree Boys Beer on tap

Stunning wine listWed & Thurs $18 pizza and $20 pasta


Ready for a little bar-hopping and the chance to catch some great sounds? There's plenty on around the city that will appeal to all types and tastes...

SOUNDS CITY in the

Thursday 25 FebruaryThe Miller Bar Addington:Bobby Lee – 8.30pmCivil and Naval Lyttelton: Devilish Mary and the Holy Rollers - 9pm-12amCarlton: D'Sendantz – 9pmBaretta: Antony Pickard – 7pmCasa Publica: Big Rig – 7.30pmThe Cuban: Mark McKenzie – 6.30pmFriday 26 FebruaryCivil and Naval Lyttelton: Craig Shaw plays Nu Indie Disco and Deep House – 9pmThe Miller Bar Addington:Reckless Duo – 9pmBaretta: Mark McKenzie – 4pm, Comersound duo – 7.30pm,DJ Vlad – 10.30pm Casa Publica: GetSet – 8.30pmThe Cuban: Ryan Ferris duo – 6.30Caleb Isaacs – 10pmSaturday 27 FebruaryCivil and Naval Lyttelton: RDU sessions with radio DJs from 9pmThe Miller Bar Addington:Absolut Duo – 9.30pmBaretta: Caleb Isaacs – 7pmDJ Double Feature feat – 10.30pmCasa Publica: Soul Provider – 8.30pmCarlton: Flat City Brotherhood – 10.30pm

Sunday 28 February Civil and Naval Lyttelton:Civil Sundays, Live House Jam from 3pmFreemans Dining Room Lyttelton:Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pmWednesday 2 MarchLa Vida Centre, Upper Riccarton:3 Tenors and a Soprano Reunited - 11amThursday 3 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Karaoke with Lance – 8pmFriday 4 MarchCivil and Naval Lyttelton:Paco the DJ plays hip hop from 9pmThe Miller Bar Addington:Hot Gossip – 9.30pmSaturday 5 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Absolut Duo – 9.30pmSunday 6 MarchFreemans Dining Room Lyttelton:Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pmMonday 7 MarchIsaac Theatre Royal:Dame Kiri Te Kanawa - 7.30pmWednesday 9 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Karaoke with Lance - 8pmThursday 10 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington: Bobby Lee - 8.30pm

Friday 11 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Decoy Duck - 9.30pmSaturday 12 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Tri Zone - 9.30pmSunday 13 MarchFreemans Dining Room Lyttelton:Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pmWednesday 16 March The Miller Bar Addington:Karaoke with Lance - 8pmThursday 17 March (St Patrick's Day)The Miller Bar Addington:Flat City Brotherhood - 2pm to 6pmReckless Duo - 8pm to 1amFriday 18 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Don't Tell Mama - 9.30pmSaturday 19 March The Miller Bar Addington:Absolut Duo - 9.30pmSunday 20 MarchFreemans Dining Room Lyttelton:Carmel Courtney & friends from 3.30pmWednesday 23 MarchThe Miller Bar Addington:Karaoke with Lance - 8pm

357 Colombo St, Sydenham P. 03 366 3338 www.ddsl.co.nz

Social Lounging at its finest

Beautiful people having a beautiful time at

Ph. 03 312 8038 Mob. 021 704 214email: [email protected]

www.flaxtoniron.co.nz

Architectural Steel

Furniture - Indoor/Outdoor

Signage

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Teppanyaki Tables, Charcoal Grills & Barbeques for chefs

LIVE MUSIC GREAT ATMOSPHERE,

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING

16 London St, Lyttelton

Phone 03 328 7206

www.civilandnaval.co.nz

You won't want to leave once you try our classic European inspired tapas as well as craft beer,

cocktails and an exhaustive spirit selection. Serving

distinct interpretations on classic tapas for individual or sharing

plates.

London Street's biggest little tapas bar

London Street's biggest little tapas bar Simply the BEST

gourmet burger you will ever taste!

great bands, Karaoke,great food, great drinks

and GREAT COMPANY!

308 Lincoln road Ph 03 338 9361

THE MILLER BAR

Gourmet Burger, Chips and Beverage for only $18

Balsamic Vinegar & Raspberry macarons – back by popular demand, and for a limited

time. Surprise your taste-buds.

J'aime les MacaronsThe Colombo, 363 Colombo Street,

ChristchurchPh (03) 366 9108

www.jaimelesmacarons.co.nz


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Be inspired this summer and enjoy Al Fresco dining with gorgeous ceramics, condiments from our Gourmet Essentials

range, and match with a crisp, cold Waipara Valley Riesling, perfection!

Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre & Gallery

458 Ashworths Road SH 1, Leithfield,North Canterbury P. (03) 314 8867

Bring home a taste of New Zealand summer. Aroha Drinks offers a range of boutique

Sparkling and Still fruit drinks, and a variety of Cordials perfect for those long summer days

Available in New World Supermarkets and cafes throughout New Zealand.

P. (03) 341 1183 E. [email protected]

BUNRUNNERS

Brimming with beautiful, fresh healthy

food, made onsite.

Fully organic coffees, made with local

organic milk and coffee beans grown in

Peru. 17 varieties of pies, 3 gorgeous salads,

Including a Vegetarian selection.

We only use free range eggs

87c Fitzgerald Avenue Ph: 03 374 2260

www.bunrunners.co.nz

A family business with menus tailored to each individual client, G&T Catering and Events

can look after your next function.

G&T Catering and Events info@gtcateringandevents P. 022 425 8628

www.gtcateringandevents.com

‘easter treats’baked instore everyday

traditional, chocolate & fruitless HOT X BUNS

cute cup cakesHALSWELL BAKERY & CAFÉ

346 Halswell Rdopen ALL easter weekend

Ph. 322-4600www.halswellbakery.co.nz

Divine cakes and desserts is the divine answer for a cake at your next special occasion.

No baking required – just order and pick up or choose from our cabinets of fabulous cakes,

gateau’s, cheesecake and more.Divine Cakes & Desserts

160 Blenheim Rd Blenheim Rd l The Palms l Northlands l Westfield

www.divine.co.nz

Ataahua WineWhile the fruit ripens in the vineyard, we’re busy in the winery, emptying barrels for bottling and

the release of delicious new winesPurchase Ataahua Wine at

Ballantynes, Pukeko Junction or onlinewww.ataahuawine.co.nz

or phone 021 222 2354

Decant is a wine shop - the largest range of European wine in the

South Island. Decant is a licensed café - really good food, superb coffee.

Decant is a deli- a great selection of French cheeses.

Decant is…

- visit our website www.decantwine.co.nz

mailto:[email protected]


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A gift of high quality that will be rememberedImagine giving family and friends our Gift

Certificates to the value you decide, to allow the recipient to select their own cut

of the high quality dry aged beef.

Cashmere Cuisine Ph.(03) 03 3326071 - 18 Colombo Street

Looking for a special indulgent treat this Easter?

Look no further than our Easter Egg Cheesecakes

or hand crafted Easter Eggs filled with nougats,

toffees and marshmallow chocolates.

Delicious to the last bite!

Sweet Revenge Ph:03 3528815

www.facebook.com/sweetrevengechchwww.sweetrevenge.co.nz

We are proud to be the only Christchurch stockist of the world famous Lieber Pies from

Fairlie Bakehouse. MRS DENTON'S

Fine. Food. FastTakeaway Cafe, Delicatessen

168a Kendal Ave, BurnsideHours: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm Sat 8am-3pm

Ph 03 357 4516 027 469 0206

Spoil yourself with our own special blend “New City” Coffee, house roasted to ensure a fresh, delicious cup. Delicious English and European

Cuisine with healthy options for Brunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Afternoon Tea.

Open Mon-Fri 7.00am-5.00pmSat- Sun & public holidays 8am-5pm

Cafe Metro Cranford Street Merivale Ferrymead

Ph. 03 356 1835

Una Bakery Fresh Handcrafted Convenient

Underground coffee Friendly, helpful staff

73 Centaurus Rd, HuntsburyPh: 337 8214. E: [email protected]

“Complete Home Italian Barista Pack”Everything you need to keep

the coffee flowing in your home!Call us to book a free

demonstration in our showroomAvailable from:

The Crowded House Coffee Company.

23 Islington Ave,Waterloo Business Park Phone (03) 348 5089

www.thecrowdedhouse.co.nz

CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONSWe cater for any event large or small- office

shouts, weddings, hens nights, in home dining, private parties & more.

We pride ourselves on making everything in-house, sourcing products locally, and

tailoring a package to suit.

Only available from www.eatondrink.co

Eaton Drink Co.P.(03) 550 1316 M.(021) 210 6318

e: [email protected]

Imagine a delicious Gourmet Bagel toasted and topped with our delicious

handmade Schmears, preserves or spreads unique to Stolen Bagel

Accompanied by a Wakey wakey or Jungle boy smoothie

Stolen Bagel263 Lincoln Road Ph 335 0172

Edendale - an experience – not just a caféEnjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at the popular West

Melton Community Centrepoint.Functions, Business Meetings,

Live Music and special ‘Souled-Out’ events. However you imagine it – we will make it happen!

Edendale CafeMon-Wed 8am-5pm, Thurs-Fri 8am-9pm Sat-Sun

8am-5pmCnr Main West Coast Road & Sandy Knolls Road

Ph 027 396 9955 (text or ph orders welcome)


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Indulge with...

The Winemaker's Wife!at JAGZ Kaiapoi,

Misceo Ilam or Mamma Hooch Colombo St.

www.thewinemakerswife.co.nz.

Kidds Cakes and BakeryFrom the new summer menu at Kidd's. Grilled

harrisa spiced chicken, red onion, oranges, avocado and tomato, with a mint yoghurt

dressing. A perfect choice for lunch this summer at $14.50.

254 Cranford St Ph. (03) 355 6921www.kiddscakes.co.nz To order, phone (03) 348 2573 or

email: [email protected]

Delicious South Island sourced Wild Venison used by NZ's top chefs and now

available for you to experience this quality in the comfort of your own home with the

ease of home delivery.Wholesale available.

Main Divide Meats

Jen’s pickles and chutneys are deliciousand versatile, great with chicken, meats, fish

or vegetables. Fantastic on cheese/antipasto platters and adds real punch and flavour in sandwiches.

Jen’s Cozinhaemail: [email protected] Ph: 021 350 277

Look up jenscozinha.co.nz for stockists

Yoshimura Sushi & Bento Lunch Box

Try our unique, new, sushi style!The main ingredient has already been

flavoured, so you can eat them straight away7 Normans Road, Strowan

Phone 03 355 6191Email: [email protected]

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Piccolo Ristorante Italiano

8 Somerfield street Christchurchph 3379424

Reservations required.

Italian Food We Are

Cooking LessonsBook a Cooking lesson at My Home Chef, and get to watch me cook for you (maximum of 8 people). Afterwards enjoy a fabulous three-course dinner.

'In your home' chef service and classesare also available

My Home ChefPh. 03 359 6444 Mobile 027 772 6022

[email protected] www.Facebook/myhomechef

Traditional PicnicClassic summer open air feast.

Cold cuts, cheese, bread, pickles and salads are the heart of every good picnic.

Order your “Picnic Box" at’Cafe Berlin Delicatessen

9c Normans Rd, Strowan Ph. 03 355 0932email us for orders:

[email protected] 'like us on Facebook’

Fresh to Wigram – fresh baked – fresh served for either take away or dine in.

Atomic Coffee Home made Pies Excellent Service

Coffee CubeWe tick all the right boxes

5 Avenger Crescent, WigramPh 027 531 4689

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@Tony's Teppanyaki is justly famous for fresh, delicious Japanese food with an innovative, modern slant.

But while @Tony's Riccarton is brisk and busy, @Tony's Ferrymead is elegant and spacious, with a leisurely ambience. It's a place where

people can take their time, relax and enjoy the ambience.

Fresh seafood is a speciality here with fresh crayfish, scampi, bluff oysters, tuna and fish of the day featuring in the menu and all served with the impeccable care and flair typical of Japanese chefs who really respect their ingredients.

The only fine dining Japanese restaurant on the Sumner side of the city, staff go out of their way to ensure customers have a special experience, whether it's enjoying an after-work drink at the bar, being entertained by the knife-whirling chefs at the teppan, or in one of the dining tables or private booths.

Cocktails and mocktails are created to order; there is an extensive drinks list and the restaurant is the only place in the South Island to have Orion beer, all the way from Okinawa, on tap and fresh daily.

Evening diners can read the specials of the day, plus interesting information about the restaurant, on a rotating big screen.

The menu is extensive, with both traditional and modern dishes, and there is plenty to tempt the most ardent carnivores. As well as the seafood, the Ferrymead chef's exclusive dishes include pork and garlic chive gyoza, (delicious little Japanese dumplings) and – the chef's pièce de resistance - teppan apple pie. Here East meets West with house-made apple pie wrapped in a pancake and cooked on the teppan.

Eating at @Tony's Ferrymead is an adventure from start to finish.

Enjoy an adventure with

18 Bernard St, AddingtonPhone 03-338 5700

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LITTLE MERCHANTSSpecialty coffee

Next �me you visit Hagley Park, you are welcome to enjoy our delicious food and an amazing range of drinks at the Club House Café.• The Café with the biggest back yard in

Christchurch - North Hagley park, between Hagley Golf Club and Victoria Lake.

• Func�on hire, weddings and catering.• Walking the dog? - pooch is welcome

to join you at Club House Café.

A fabulous café in Christchurch's most famous secret garden...

North Hagley Park Between Hagley Golf Club & Victoria Lake

Phone 03 365 3010

FERRYMEAD2 Waterman Place

FerrymeadP. 348 5644

[email protected]

RICCARTON85 Riccarton Road

[email protected]

MODERN JAPANESE DINING IN CHRISTCHURCH

WWW.TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Pies & Coffee

A wide range of delectable savouries, pies, sandwiches &

cakes. Combined with superb coffee & friendly service...

290 Selwyn Street Ph 377 7725

Delicious New Bakerynow on Selwyn St

Bakery

The place to be...

The ColomboShop 23 - 363 Colombo St

Ph. 3777 699

you'll just love the atmosphere, food and

entertainment at The Colombo's Café & Bar hotspot


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The numbers tell the story

If an eatery is busy it has to be good – that's the rule of thumb for seasoned travellers. Therefore Dose Diner in Blenheim Road must be very good.

Any lunchtime it's literally bursting at the seams with people dining in or queuing for takeouts. Smart operators book their lunch table ahead.

The reason for this popularity is the excellent food and quality coffee. Beans are from the famous Lyttelton Coffee Company. And yes,

at Dose they do trim milk. The all-day breakfast menu is available from 7.30am to 2.30pm. It's imaginative and expansive and, as well as the usual favourites, offers more exotic fare like Spanish beans and pulled pork with coleslaw. The raspberry and mascarpone brioche French toast served with berry compote, bacon, vanilla custard and maple syrup is a customer favourite. The Japanese-style chicken burger is a close second. Coming soon and also guaranteed to make a hit are waffles. They'll be served American style with fried chicken, or with ice-cream for the traditionalists.

A loaded cabinet is full of sweet and savoury treats all made onsite by a gifted baker who takes no short cuts. Watch for her daily specials and her spectacular lemon cake.

Dose Diner has a funky industrial ambience with lots of timber, massive industrial light fittings and

graffiti-style artwork. There is plenty to amuse and entertain just in the décor.

Situated next to Hubbers, Dose is conveniently close to the Westfield Riccarton and The Warehouse and is ideally situated to provide superb office catering to nearby businesses. Open seven days, Dose is licensed and has plenty of parking.

The BEST Meat in Town

BUSH INN CENTRECnr Riccarton & Waimairi Rd

P. 348 5043 Open 7 day's

Huge range of delicious

BBQ products

Fendalton Village Mall Cnr Ilam & Clyde Rd

Ph. 351 4414 Open 7 days

Mon-Fri: 7:30-4:30pm Sat-Sun: 8:30-4:30pm

Fendalton’s Favourite Café

For enjoyable experience, excellentfresh food, coffee and service

Simply delicious...

Gluten Free options abound Fresh Home-made baking

Underground Coffee Fully Licensed

www.cantervalley.co.nz

P.03 312 [email protected]

Delicious gourmet poultry for the most discerning cooks in Christchurch...

Impress your family & guests with Turkey, Duck, Quail,

Poussin and Pheasant from the specialists

PH :03 5950442, 300 LINCOLN ROAD,SHOP NO;9, ADDINGTON MALL

www.pepperbridge.co.nz

A� India�G�tronomi� Ge�

First to bring delicious Ka� Wraps to Christchurch

For dine-in or takeaway lunches

Chef originally from India with 12 years NZ experience

BLENHEIM ROAD

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND COFFEE295 BLENHEIM ROAD PH 03 343 1999

MON - FRI 7.30AM - 4PMSAT 8.30AM - 4PM SUN 8.30AM - 3PM

HOME OF �QUITE PROBABLY ,CHRISTCHURCH S BEST EGGS BENEDICT� (LONELY PLANET)FUNCTION ROOM FOR UP TO 70 PEOPLE

Next to hubbers

Restaurant Café Bar Functions Weddings

By the Pier, New Brighton P. (03) 388 4483 or (03) 388 4493 www.saltonthepier.co.nz

Restaurant OPENTues - Thurs from 4pm

Friday, Sat & Sun from 11amcheck our website for details

Amazing menu Fresh daily

Breakfast, lunch or dinner by the seaside with incredible views

Tuesday night Dessert &

Coffee Special


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Fine food and wine and impeccable service are guaranteed here. Business owner Hamish Jenkins is a

qualified chef and trained butler who has worked in Government House and The British High Commission in Wellington. Demanding taskmasters indeed! The kitchen is the domain of chef Thomas Hiddlestone. “I was very lucky to find him,” says Hamish. Just 26 years old, Thomas prides himself on good food, prepared with a personal, sometimes adventurous, touch. “I encourage him to do his thing,” says Hamish.

The dining is fine and the menu is small, but select. Dishes pay tribute to the classic, but are served with a modern flair. Each is cooked to order. Fillet beef main is one of the most popular dishes. Sourced locally, it is served with hand-cut fries, béarnaise sauce, Caesar salad, and crispy onion rings. Who could resist?

Three bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, offer a welcome to those wanting a night in the country. The Oaks is currently offering a country getaway

Soothe the soul and

package for two, which includes a three-course dinner, bed and breakfast, and a bottle of Hunter Miru Miru for just $350. Now that's inviting.

A drive out into the country never fails to calm the soul and, if your

destination is The Oaks of Darfield, you can anticipate a genuine treat when you arrive. This historic two-storey timber homestead with its traditional veranda and dormer windows is surrounded by an

impressive mini forest of venerable oaks, and the venue simply oozes

Kiwi rustic charm.

treat the taste buds

RESTAURANT & BAR

Aroy ThaiEveryone is talking about

our delicious Thai!

Dine in our fully licensed restaurant - BYO option

TAKEAWAY AND HOME DELIVERY

61 Victoria Street(Opposite the Casino)

Ph. 03 365 2400

From only Extensive menu

including aspecial lunch $10

147 Esplanade, Sumner Clock Tower EndPh. 03 326 7923, www.oceanscarborough.co.nz

Open 7 Days Fully Licensed

Open daily for Breakfast & Lunch

Open late for Friday night Tapas

Lifes a Beach..DINE LIKE ROYALTY AT THE

Historic Oaks Homestead Historic Oaks Homestead

CNR Main West Coast Rd &Clintons Rd, Darfield, Ph: 03 318 7686

www.theoaksofdarfield.co.nz

Functions and eventsAccommodationDining

Lunch: Wed-Sun 12pm-3pmDinner: Wed-Sun from 6pm

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Grown-up mini pizzas a a wow start to an evening’‘“Indian summer. Harvest time. What better way to savour the season than with the seductive flavours of purple wine grapes, red-fleshed figs and pure white

_feta over a crisp pizza crust?” Natasha MacAller, author of Vanilla Table

Party Pizzeaswh figs, grapes, feta and vania vincoo syrup

Makes 12 pizzettas

INGREDIENTS: Pizzetta Dough350 ml warm water 4 tsp runny honey

12 / tsp dry yeast2

60 ml (2 fl oz) extra virgin olive oil 4 cups + 2 Tbsp plain flour (plus extra for dusting) 2 tsp sea salt To assemble and bake 2 Tbsp vanilla oil for brushing – (heat 180 ml of grapeseed oil over a low heat and when warmed pour over 2 scraped vanilla pods and seeds) 1 cup feta cheese, in small cubes4 figs, dried or fresh, in wedges 48 (170 g) grapes, halved, preferably purple wine grapes 6 thyme sprigs 2 Tbsp parmesan, finely gratedTo serve 2 Tbsp vanilla vincotto syrup as follows: ,700 ml red wine, 2 vanilla pods split, 60 ml runny honey, 1 wide strip orange peel, about 6 fresh cherries. Place all ingredients in a small saucepan. Slowly simmer until reduced by 2/3. Remove peel and discard. Remove vanilla pods and insert into a small sterilised bottle. Pour in vincotto liquid and seal. For the syrup to drizzle on the pizzettas take 60 ml of the vincotto liquid and slowly reduce in a shallow pan to thick syrup, about 10 minutes. This makes 2 Tbsp - enough for the drizzle. Lemon peel, threadsCracked pepper

METHOD:Pizzetta doughPour warm water in the bowl of a stand-mixer with the paddle attachment or, if mixing by hand, use a large bowl and wooden spoon. Add honey and stir to combine. Sprinkle yeast over surface. Allow to foam, 10-15 minutes. Stir by hand or turn mixer on low speed and add oil. Then pour in half the flour with all the salt. Add remaining flour a bit at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Place dough on a lightly-floured work surface. Knead until dough comes together into a smooth elastic ball. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel and allow to rise one hour in a warm place.

To assemble and bake oPreheat oven to 250 C.

Put a pizza stone in oven to heat or prepare a heavy foil-lined baking tray brushed with grapeseed oil. Punch down dough. Knead a few times on work surface, using flour sparingly. Cut into 60g portions. Roll out each pizzetta to a thin circle and place on pizza stone or prepared baking tray. Brush tops with vanilla oil. Arrange topping ingredients, finishing with a sprinkle of parmesan. Bake for 10 minutes until edges are browned.To serve Drizzle pizzettas with vanilla vincotto (see above). Scatter threads of lemon peel and sprinkle with cracked pepper.

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Slice of sweet battered Brioche Toast served with maple syrup & a light

dusting of cinnamon sugar

Riccarton

Phone: 03 343 5378 Licensed

Cnr Riccarton Rd & Monavale Avewww.trevinos.co.nz R e s t a u r a n t & B a r

Trevinos - The perfect party venue

Bar/Restaurant

Private function room

A la carte or Set Menus Available

Great Location- ample free parking

‘Brioche French Toast’BEACH CAFE

Waimairi/North Beach

Phone: 03 382 8599 FULLY LICENCED CAFÉ

Available for Private Functions.

Hours: Open 7 Days: 9am - 4pm

Take your taste buds on a beachside stroll.

Feel the sand between your toes and then just

walk over the road to our beach café to taste

our new summer menu, and supreme coffee.

Boasting a great kids menu, play area and even

your dog is welcome in the courtyard.

SAVOIRE Café of Bishopdale

Phone (03) 360 0996

Bishopdale

333 Harewood Road,Bishopdale, Christchurch

Hours:Mon to Fri 7:30am to 4pmSat 8am to 4pmSun 8.30am to 4pm

café

[email protected]

Fancy a delicious light meal in our sunny, sheltered courtyard?

Or perhaps just drop in for a refreshing coffee and cake. Small or large groups welcome for breakfast, brunch or lunch – pre-order to save time.


DINING

Phone (03) 337 2227

Cashmere

LICENSED

69 Centaurus Road

Cashmere the brick

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ALFRESCO CUISINE WITH A GORGEOUS RIVER VIEW AT THE FOOT OF THE CASHMERE HILLS

A great place to soak up the sun over a long

lunch or linger over dinner in our homely

restaurant.

Relaxed or casual with separate bar,

restaurant and large outdoor area.

Fully Licensed - A la Carte

Open Monday - Thursday 11am to 12am, Friday &

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Stellar Restaurant Riccarton

Email:[email protected] 1, 235 Riccarton Roadwww.stellarrestaurant.co.nz

Opening Hours:

Breakfast and lunch 9am to 2.30pm

Dinner 5.30 till later

Open Tuesday to Sunday

Reservations Phone : 03 3456 888

You'll be over the moon about StellarTop class dining for great prices, using local fresh

ingredients, dish price is range from $10 to $28.

Specials on every day, Stellar Grills Set shown in

the picture above ONLY $59 for 2 people (value of

$118). Private function rooms - with catering - no hire fee - great parking out the back.

Phone 03 389 1195

Woolston

Open Monday - Friday 6am to 4am

Tom and Paul are as passionate about people as they are about food. A huge dine-in or take-out selection including.. Pies with vegan options - Mince on toast - Home-made Ice cream.All food is made on the premises including roasting of meats. Catering specializing in hot and cold nger food.

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390 Ferry Road - opposite the Powerboat Centre

Home Made Happiness

Claudes KitchenPhone 03 389 1195 or 027 531 0253

Beach Café16a Beach Road, Waimairi Beachwww.beachcafe.co.nz

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Always fresh, always tasty... Whatever the occasion, your tastebuds are in for a treat!We pride ourselves on serving upmouthwatering meals throughout the day and into the evening. Come & enjoy this dining experience that every visit is a special occasion.

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Open 7 Days: Tue-Sat 8am-10pmSun-Mon 8am-3pm

Phone: (03) 355 5299

Happy Hour: Tues-Sat 4-6pm All Beer & House Wine $5

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623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle

Phone: (03) 318 6943

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Enjoy a delicious meal in a rustically luxurious clubhouse with spectacular views.

Cafe Open Daily: 8.00am - 6.00pmLunch Menu 11:30am - 3pmHunter’s Reastaurant from 6pm

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Phone: (03) 371 8892

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Join us for an evening of wine tasting & food matching hosted by Giesen Estate Wines! For only $20pp you will enjoy four exquisite Giesen wines impeccably matched with food specially created by our Kitchen Team.Tuesday 8th March, 6.30pm.Tickets can be purchased online or from The Grand Café.


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7 days bar & bistro

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SPECTATORS 7 day Bar & Bistro$10 Burger & Beer DealOur Game Day $10 Burger & Beer deal is back for

2016. It will be available 2 hours prior kick off from

our container bar at the front of Spectators.

Spectators Supporters Club members also get free

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* beer can be exchanged for a house wine, cider or soft drink.

Opening Hours: Monday - 7.30am til 4.30pmTuesday to Friday – 7.30am til lateSaturday & Sunday – 11am til late

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Phone (03) 338 1801 LICENSED

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235 Annex RoadMiddletonwww.cafekudos.co.nz

Grab a confiden�al table and delicious food and do business. Breakfast, lunch, morning and a�ernoon teas. This Café is very spacious compared to most and has mul� areas indoors and out including a professional air condi�oned boardroom facility for hire. On and off premises catering - Fully Licensed, Wi fi and great parking

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Happy Hour on Friday from 4 to 6:30 for all beers and house wine for $6.oo and Free bar snack with purchase of $20 beers or wine.

53 Caulfield Avenue, Longhurst, Halswell Ph. 03 261 9043

Whether you are visiting our café for breakfast, lunch or a snack from our food cabinet, you will be impressed. We also have a fantastic kids menu including Eggs Benedict

Private functions for 20-30 peopleand outside catering available

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Ring the culinary changes from day to nightThere is something of a chameleon of the culinary scene in the heart of Halswell. It's Verge Café and it might be called the Superman of cafés. In the daytime it's the mild-mannered Clark Kent café where

chef Kylie Delahunt will present you with fantastic Kiwi classic cuisine from 7am until 5pm. Then in the evening it transforms into Superman restaurant for the beautiful flavours of northern Thailand.

If you're after a great start to your day, breakfast is on the menu until 2pm. The eggs benedict is a must, with brioche and

poached eggs drizzled in hollandaise. You'll find the servery stacked with treats as well. With relaxing booth seating and an al fresco area which overlooks a children's playground, why not stay for a while and enjoy a delicious barista brew or two while the kids have fun? There is also an excellent children-friendly menu for them to choose from.

You can either dine in or take away from the Thai menu after 5pm. The Thai chef from northern Thailand has traditional dishes like Kaeng pa (forest curry) and Phad Chad Talay (seafood), all with that particular spicy northern flavour.

At 53 Caulfield Ave, just off Halswell Junction Road, Halswell finally has a great Thai food experience. Give them a call on (03) 261 9043 to book or order your Thai takeaway. But be sure to try Verge Café some time very soon.

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Straw offers strong, safe and sustainable optionNew technologies and materials are transforming the look and feel of our homes and businesses.

As supplies of cement and steel for architecture begin to dwindle, an increasing number of New Zealanders are turning to natural earth and straw for new home construction.

Min Hall – the name behind an international building conference in Methven in March – says we

should be trying to use less concrete and steel. Both leave a hefty carbon footprint, and straw panel construction offers a great alternative.

“There are some exciting developments in straw panel construction and we are really excited by this,” Min Hall says. “There is a real potential for this in New Zealand – particularly in Canterbury, the grain bowl of New Zealand, where there is an enormous need for warm, healthy houses

with a light environmental footprint.”Producing crops which can wholly be

utilised – grain heads and grain stalk, hemp where the whole plant can be used for fabrics, oils and building materials – make good business sense on the grain fields of Canterbury, Min says.

Importantly, these materials offer a strong, safe and sustainable option. Traditional brick and wooden house walls lose more heat than a straw bale building. Pompallier House in Russell is one of the oldest surviving natural buildings in New Zealand.

“It was constructed in 1842 by French priests using rammed earth. Today it is a

thriving tourist attraction,” Min says. “Earth buildings built to the specifications of New Zealand Earth Building Standards performed really well in the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes.”

It's not just straw that is changing the face of the construction industry, with a wide range of building alternatives now available.

“It is reassuring that there are timber merchants who specialise in untreated timber, and that there is at least one earth plaster commercially available as well as silicate-based paints,” Min says. “The rise in acceptance of wool as an insulation product is also encouraging.”

New Zealand's oldest rammed earth building, the 19th-Century Pompallier House in Russell.

International straw build conference speaker Verena Maeder in a natural earth house.


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RAISING THE BAR IN

An innovator in frameless glass design for almost 30 years, New Zealand company Euroglass is leading the

charge once more with three new products for showers, balustrades and sliding doors.

Cut down on cleaning time in the bathroom with Euroglass Timeless Showers. These

feature an invisible magnetronic coating that repels water and condensation at a faster rate than traditional glass enables water to simply slide off. This prevents the build-up of lime scale that leaves a murky residue. Unlike other 'easy clean' treatments, the Timeless glass coating is integrated into the glass itself, ensuring it maintains its brilliant transparency for years to come.

For added safety and peace of mind for you and your family, Euroglass Sentryglas balustrades are a hundred times stiffer and five times stronger than other laminated products. Originally used in high-security glazing and hurricane windows, the

Sentryglas interlayer is bonded between two glass panes to give unparalleled strength.

With a cushioned stop and all mechanics concealed within the track, the Vitris Soft-Close glass sliding door opens and closes silently and effortlessly regardless of the weight of the glass or speed of closure. Unlike its competitors, this unique system offers different mounting methods, giving the option of wall, ceiling or glass mounts for ultimate flexibility when designing the look of your home.

For expert advice on all glass solutions for your home, pop into the Euroglass Christchurch showroom at 44 Mandeville Street in Riccarton, visit them online at www.euroglass.co.nz or call 0800 387 645.

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Yes, paint is all about making big changes for small change, and this year the latest colour trends are

getting a sophisticated makeover.A dusty and smoky look is rapidly

replacing cleaner pastels, marking the transition to the urbane hues of 2016. Home owners and DIY enthusiasts will welcome a new palette of soft, timeless

COLOURWhen it comes to home décor, colour has always been the secret weapon of the masses. It allows people to quickly and affordably transform living spaces, limited only by their imagination and the speed of a brush stroke.

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colours such as greyed blues and deep charcoals that give way to bold splashes of colour.

Green is coming through in almost every way possible: from deep, earthy tones, to light, airy nature-inspired tones and through to a soft, muted-looking shade of green.

Blues have also become muted, with sea-washed tones and fresh blues through to more powdery tones, with the ever-popular duck-egg blues offering just a hint of colour.

To complement the natural timbers that are coming through strongly in the home, browns are becoming more yellow-based. Warm, dark browns appear to be the current bestseller, offering a great pairing to timber or a strong contrast to other colours.

Grey is also getting a sophisticated and stylish makeover, with deep charcoals and other moody darks offering density and depth, while its lighter incarnation is pairing with beige to create a contemporary pastel tone.

But if you're craving colour, all is not lost. Blue-toned reds, daring purples and hot magenta pinks are great for a bold burst of colour to add some flair and energy to a room.

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A touch of innovation can make our lives much simpler. German-designed Hansgrohe kitchen mixers combine intelligent function,

perfect ergonomics and the best design with something for everyone, from their popular standard ranges to special designer touches.

Edward Gibbon on Cranford Street have a great selection of these Hansgrohe products. The mixers

feature a range of functions to make life easy: special technology so water flow can be turned off at the touch of a button; pull-out spouts for versatility; and new control concepts which can be positioned where you need them. The Hansgrohe collection is available in chrome as well as stainless steel optic, for a brushed look to match your appliances.

Edward Gibbon also have the Axor range of mixers, created with design and functionality in mind and offering practical solutions for difficult situations. See the stunning lines from European designers such as Philippe Starck, Antonio Citterio and German design studio Phoenix Design. Axor kitchen mixers are available in standard chrome, stainless steel optic and a range of 15 special finish colours on request. Choose from nickel, gold, red gold, striking

Kitchen mixers can be both sexy and functional

black chrome and other exciting options.Edward Gibbon are offering 20 percent

off all their designer Hansgrohe and Axor kitchen mixers until the end of April, with the added bonus of Al Brown's new Depot cookbook, valued at $70, while stock lasts.

Edward Gibbon at 293 Cranford St is open six days a week – retail open from 8am-5pm and trade open from 7.30am Monday to Friday. Both areas of the business open on Saturday 8am-4pm.

Hansgrohe Metris Selectkitchen mixer turns offwith a touch of a button

Axor Citterio Mkitchen mixer with hand spray

Axor CitterioSelectkitchen mixer with pull-outspout

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REALTY'S GOLDEN GIRL

Diane Astle's passion for property is just one of the reasons for her longevity. “I've always loved homes and what they mean to each of us. They are our special haven, where we retreat to from the rest of

the world,” Diane muses.“Buying and selling a home is one of the biggest and most important

investments of a lifetime, so it's important we guide our clients through the process from beginning to end, offering the best service and the best price.

“Rental properties are managed as if they are our own, with regular property inspections to ensure the client's investment is well cared for, and our high-end property management software ensures they are never out of pocket.”

To offer clients the total package, Diane launched the Milly Molly Mandy Home Staging Company to create picture-perfect interiors to attract potential buyers or tenants and to potentially increase the asking price for a property.

“By introducing modern furnishings we create a cohesive look that enables people to see the ultimate lifestyle a home has to offer, adding considerable value,” Diane advises.

Contact Diane and her experienced sales and property management team on 389 9061 or 027 435 6410, visit www.dianeastle.co.nz or email Diane directly at [email protected].

Arguably the most recognisable name in Christchurch realty for over 20 years, Diane Astle, aka 'The Gold Lady', has garnered a reputation for the lowest commission rate on property sales and maintained a loyal following thanks to the personalised, professional service she gives.

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Hai Imports in Sydenham offers beautiful and affordable statement pieces for your home.Sourced from Vietnam and Indonesia, you will find unique carved wooden daybeds, vibrant tasselled sun umbrellas, solid teak dining chairs, sideboards and cabinets, and modern cane armchairs and occasional tables for every room.Add a focal point to your landscape design with one of Bali Hai's water features or bring a sense of serenity to your garden with a Buddha or a wind chime.Oriental carved wooden statues of ancient gods and goddesses, eagles and Indians make great conversational pieces and add character to any interior décor.A wide range of woven baskets make great storage solutions, while ceramic plant pots, vases and their vast selection of hand-painted trinket boxes and pashminas make great gifts.

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Blue Penguin Gifts offers a wide range of giftware including New Zealand-made jewellery, bone and greenstone carvings, merino and possum knitwear,

sheepskin boots, natural beauty products, Manuka honey and decorative homewares.Blue Penguin's own jewellery range, JONZ (Jewellery of New Zealand) has been designed and manufactured locally since 1991 and offers a unique range of sterling silver and gold jewellery.Their curated selection of locally-sourced greenstone pendants are handcrafted by accomplished Kiwi carvers Robert Daulton and Shaun Gardiner, alongside emerging artists such as Alex Sand, while their beautiful range of whale bone pendants are exquisitely handcrafted by renowned Blenheim carver Peter Mitchell. For a wide range of luxury possum and merino knitwear, Blue Penguin Gifts stocks iconic New Zealand brands Koru, Possumdown and McDonald, which make great gifts for visitors to New Zealand and those visiting friends and family overseas.Pop into their boutique in Cathedral Junction or shop online at www.bluepenquingifts.co.nz.

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The IvyBeautiful homewares flowers inspiring gifts & creations

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Lyttelton lights, candles, bath salts & Seed lights available at The Ivy.

Large range of planking tilesavailable at TileMax.

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FINDING SOLUTIONS to the most complex of house projects

By Cheryl Colley

The key to their success is in their company's name. Ron and Adrian Bradley of Innovate Renovate are not only experts in renovations of all types, but they are also innovators and problem solvers.

These attributes were definitely required for one of their recent projects – repairs to an earthquake-

damaged 1980s townhouse in Burnside, where the foundation slab had slumped to varying degrees up to a maximum of 68mm. The situation was complicated by the fact that the townhouse was the rear unit of two conjoined dwellings. The front unit had little earthquake damage and its integrity needed to be maintained while the rear unit was lifted from its slab for levelling work to be undertaken.

Add even more complications and, prior to the lift, all the concrete paths and landscaping within one metre of the foundation needed to be removed and then the lift had to be undertaken without removing the house's brickwork. Once the

foundation was repaired and the house resettled, all the paths and lawns were relaid, while any damaged brickwork was ground out and repointed and the entire interior of the house replastered and repainted.

If you think this sounds complex, it most certainly was. It required all of Ron and Adrian's skill and knowledge of building processes to scope and cost the work, plan the timetable, select the team of

tradies required and to manage the whole project. “The outcome was extremely satisfying,” says Adrian. “We were able to help home owners who otherwise would not have known where to begin, and the result has totally exceeded their expectations.”

To find out more about Innovate Renovate's services, phone (03) 351 7039 and speak with Ron or Adrian, or visitwww.innovaterenovate.co.nz

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Curved walls and multi-pitched ceilings demonstrate the various effects that can be created and

integrated into the design of people's home interiors, while finishing touches such as door handles in different styles have been used to illustrate the breadth of products available to complement your home.

Many of the latest systems that are making waves in the building industry, and which transform spaces and the way we use technology in the home, can be found in RNP Homes' central-city offices.

RNP Homes have used GIB's innovative pre-finished wall lining system ReadyLock and ReadyLine in their reception and conference room areas. This product not only looks great, but it utilises the very latest in technology to enable a quicker

ALL THE LATEST BUILDING INNOVATIONS

Passionate leaders in the field of designing and building quality bespoke homes across Canterbury, RNP Homes offers prospective clients the opportunity to experience their range of innovative technological products and building solutions in a unique space within their slick new offices on Montreal Street.

under one roof

Gain effective and effortless control over lighting, heating, sound and entertainment systems operated from a single remote control.

Call into RNP Homes' offices in the big black building at 106 Montreal Street and see how you can make your dream home a reality.

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With homes becoming smarter every day, it's easy to integrate all your electronic devices and automated systems with the C-Bus control system as RNP Homes have showcased in their offices.


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Kitchen specialists Reno4U burst on to the Christchurch scene a little over a year ago, bringing their proven expertise to solving many of the industry's common complaints.

Shaking up the KITCHEN DESIGN scene

What makes Reno4U particularly attractive is that they offer custom-designed

New Zealand-made kitchens, appliances and products bundled together in an extremely competitive package. All the kitchens come with a 10-year warranty and, by slashing manufacturing time from the standard 8-12 weeks after confirmation to just five weeks, this company is shaking up the industry.

Right now Reno4U have a great special on a standard island kitchen. It's a surprisingly reasonable $7,999 and that includes white gloss melamine joinery, Eisno appliances, laminate bench tops in a choice of four colours and wonderful soft-close drawers from Blum Hardware. Reno4U use this high-end drawer system and Blum soft-close hinges as standard in all their kitchens because they believe that it is components like these that make a quality kitchen stand the test of time.

With their own in-house designer, Reno4U specialise in incredibly stylish kitchens. Every product Reno4U offers is

of high quality. So no matter the choices you make regarding your kitchen, you can be assured that it will be safe, stylish and enduring.

Whether you're building new or renovating the old, Reno4U make the design process easy and enjoyable. As a client you will be provided with a free measuring service and 3D drawings to

help you easily visualise your kitchen and to ensure that you get the best possible plan for your space and requirements.

Open seven days with ample car parking onsite, Reno4U is tucked behind the Blenheim Road Caltex on the corner of Blenheim Road and Matipo Street. You can contact the team at Reno4U on (03) 423 9067 or visit www.reno4u.co.nz.

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On January 29 Hire King celebrated the official opening of their flagship city branch, at 30 Fitzgerald Avenue. Their invited guests included equipment suppliers, loyal customers and family and friends of the business. Everyone enjoyed the speeches given by the company’s Director Tim Aldridge, former Ngai Tahu Property CEO Tony Sewell and Christchurch City Councillor Jamie Gough.

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he beauty of the short or extended-Tstay accommodation is that it comes with full facilities – fully-equipped

kitchen and laundry, all linen and quality furnishings. Perhaps you require short-term or temporary accommodation while your house is being repaired for earthquake damage. Perhaps you are travelling for business or are working in the city for a few weeks. Perhaps you are attending a conference or simply on holiday. Or you may be relocating to Christchurch and need a base while you 'find your feet'. There will be a Christchurch Accommodation facility that is right for your requirements.

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They are the inner-city accommodation specialists with a portfolio of quality apartments and townhouses. Established in 2007, Christchurch Accommodation manage nearly 200 properties ranging from studio apartments to four-bedroom townhouses, all available for short or extended stays or longer-term tenancies.

staff taking the stress out of property management for the owners.

The signature property is West Fitzroy Apartments in the inner city, with room types ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments – absolutely ideal for corporate clients. Christchurch

Accommodation has also just secured the partial management of the recently- opened Leicester Apartments on Madras Street. The style of this complex will suit the corporate market requiring short-term rentals, as well as young professionals looking for more permanent accommodation. Christchurch Accommodation are very excited to be part of this development.

Christchurch Accommodation are located at 66 Armagh Street. Phone (03) 372 3408 or email [email protected]. They are also on Facebook and their website is www.christchurch-accommodation.co.nz.

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their factory and showroom in St Asaph Street, offer a great selection when it comes to upholstery, as well as quality furniture from their online store.

“Our forté is the reupholstering of furniture from antique to modern and no job is too big or too small,” says Keith from McDonald and Hartshorne. The experienced team provides free quotes and expert professional advice in choosing the ideal fabric and colours for your home and furniture. “Customers are often amazed at our ability to return furniture to its former glory, or better.”

McDonald and Hartshorne's extensive range of samples can be viewed at their showroom or in your own home and include a full range of fine leathers and fabric from renowned houses such as James Dunlop, Warwicks, Charles Parson, Textilia and Michael Woods. Recent trends are towards bright, contemporary colours and bolder patterns, with today's synthetic

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Following the success last year of the inaugural Oderings School Gardens Show, the Canterbury Horticultural Society is pleased to announce that this year's competition will

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The event showcases the innovative garden designs of 12 Christchurch primary schools. The theme this

year is 'our world' and schools participating in the competition may use their imagination and creative skills to produce an original landscaped garden which interprets this theme.

Of last year's competitors, former Ellerslie judge Rachel Vogan commented that the quality of the entries was exceptional. “These gardens would not be out of place in an international design competition,” she said.

Tony Kunowski, Manager of the Canterbury Horticultural Society, said “Christchurch is the Garden City, and we would love to see the show become a major event in our summer calendar. This is a great way to encourage children to work together as a team, to fire up their imaginations and thought processes, from planning and design stage to execution. It is hugely rewarding to see their ideas take shape, and to see the pride the children take in showing their completed pieces.”

Kunowski explained that the children have to think about theme, colour and texture, in a three-dimensional form, working with a variety of mixed materials and plants, flowers and vegetables, to create a living work of art.

“It is great hands-on, tactile learning outside of the classroom environment. It is hugely rewarding for us to see their ideas take shape, and the pride the children take

in showing their completed pieces.” he said.“With the generous support of our

sponsors, we are committed to encouraging horticultural inspiration among our younger generation. Today's competitors are tomorrow's landscape designers. We encourage you to support this event and recognise the enormous amount of hard work and dedication each school team puts in to their wonderful creations. We look forward to seeing you there.”

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Towards the end of last year I was asked to present a paper at the Architectural Designers New

Zealand (ADNZ) conference about how we, as a design community, responded to the events of 4 September 2010 and 22 February 2011. Centred on the days and weeks immediately after these events unfolded, the presentation was designed to provide an insight into Christchurch at that time. As a lead-in to the discussion, raw footage of 22 February was played and, while I was prepared for this video, I was unprepared for the manner in which it affected me and how hard it was, nearly five years on, to talk about that day.

The last five years can be viewed as a collection of stories which, despite being connected by a common thread, are all different and unique. Regardless of the time that has passed, there is a raw grief that continues to connect them and always will. Perhaps we will never be able to talk about that period separate from our emotions.

While there have been some incredible lows over the last five years, in those first few weeks and months some of that was about making sure the stress of the people who relied on me, emotionally and financially, was reduced. I needed to reassure staff they would still get paid and

that there was still a job for them when all else seemed to be falling apart. While there was, and still is, discussion around the opportunities that were created, at that point it was about the survival of the team and helping clients. It was a different kind of opportunity – one of emotional support and expert knowledge, rather than growth and development.

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is the most significant contribution being made to an urban area since Christchurch's settlement over 170 years ago. Development at that time was fuelled by excitement and decisions to establish, rather than fuelled by necessity. We have been given a chance to make a positive mark on the landscape and the future of our city. This is both aspirational and inspirational.

While we pause to look back and reflect, it is just as important that we look forward. What will the next five years bring? Five

years ago, both of my girls were at primary school; now my youngest is at high school. Our needs have changed - not just as a small family unit, but as a city. Where five years ago companies like Tesla were in their infancy, now we are faced with self-drive technology. Where once we looked at how to deal with cars in the central city, in five years we will be looking at where the cars wait for us, not simply where to park them.

With evolving technology, rapid change is inevitable and we need to be innovative and challenged in our thinking. We need to be designing for the future and thinking about “where to” next? Given the rate of change in technology, a number of our decisions may become redundant or obsolete. We need to consider the legacy of the decisions we are leaving behind and shift the focus from convention and the way we have always done things, to the unimaginable. We need to open our minds to the future.

The events of five years ago are not only our past, but they are our future. Our biggest challenge is to take the blinkers off and be prepared for change. Anything is possible.

Closing a chapter on the journey from loss to rebuilt for one family: A recently completed central-city home by Cymon Allfrey Architects Limited.

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There's a natural metamorphosis that exists in one's career – the twists and turns that build a rich tapestry of experience. Some of these changes are organic and others strategic. The most successful among the

professionally ambitious are, in fact, the ones that respond with an open mind to both scenarios.

Eponymous business Young Architects has a resilient leader at its helm whose career is the distilled

essence of potential fulfilled thanks to capitalising on such twists and turns.

Greg Young is an established, highly-respected and award-winning architect and his professional path is a little bit out of the ordinary – a reality that has certainly paid dividends for him and his clients.

The type of resilient personality that takes a 'silver lining' approach to more challenging situations, Greg says the recession rearing its head at the time he was ready to make his way in the world only made him more determined. He was dedicated to pursuing the type of work experience that would lay robust foundations for the rest of his career.

“I'd actually describe my path as being quite different and unique from other architects,” Greg explains. “I started in

structural engineering and while I was working there I began studying architectural technology before moving across to architecture at a later date.

“The approach I took to entering the architectural industry was different, but worked really well. The fact I started out in structural engineering also means I have a lot more structural knowledge than you usually would as an architect.”

With over 30 awards – and counting – under his business belt, Greg attributes almost 13 years of great business to great staff. Certainly the capability and passion of the Young Architects team is obvious in one of its recent builds, a property in Worsley Spur.

“The joy of that job was in getting the client the most value out of their investment. It was also in the simplicity of the approach taken when addressing all of the demands of a new build. With the house

being right on the plateau of the spur it was extremely exposed, which had its own set of challenges.

“It was almost a commercial style of build rather than residential, but we fitted it out like a bach with lots of timber. It 'floats' beautifully over the land so as not to disturb the natural environment it is located in. We were really lucky as our clients were a pleasure to work with, so it was a very smooth process.”

Setting an important quality and style precedent for the residential and commercial rebuild of Canterbury, Greg comments: “I think we have an amazing opportunity here for architects – one we hopefully will never see again, for that matter.

“For the foreseeable future our city will have a changing face, but it's very exciting. Christchurch city will definitely find its feet!”

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NEW TYRES FROM $69WHEEL ALIGNMENT FROM $39BATTERIES FROM $110FULL MECHANICAL REPAIR

At tyres 2 go we are proud to be your local tyre and mechanical service centre. Drive into our workshops or our eet of mobile tyre service vans will come to you at home, work, anywhere in Christchurch.

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MOBILE TYRE SERVICE

OPEN 7 DAYS MON-FRI 8am-5pm, SAT & SUN 9am-3pm

SHIRLEY, NEW BRIGHTON, PAPANUI, LINWOOD

OPAWA 25 OPAWA RD, PH 374-5034KAIAPOI 13 STONE ST, PH 327-7140SOCKBURN 477 BLENHEIM RD, PH 341-7675WAINONI, 175 WAINONI RD, PH 374- 50 35CASHMERE, 17 BEAUMONT ST, Ph 332-35 21

WOFFull Workshop

Service & Parts

Christchurch’s ONLY Trusted Volkswagen SpecialistVW & Audi and Skoda Specialists

For all your VW, Audi and Skoda needs,

come to the right people!

For all your VW, Audi and Skoda needs,

come to the right people!

65 Disraeli Street, Christchurch 03 365 3733 P: E: [email protected]

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MERCEDES BENZ, BMW & AUDI SPECIALISTSSERVICE & REPAIRS

The following services are available:

Owners Kevin and Maxine

324-328 St Asaph Street, Christchurch Ph 365 0531

www.kevinburtltd.co.nz Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Email: [email protected]

WOF repairs Suspension repairs Engine ReconditioningPre Purchase appraisalLatest diagnostic equipment

Servicing – Lube and Tune Fuel Injection Auto-electrical Transmission Servicing Brake Servicing

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