Style: May 04, 2017

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STYLE | etiquette 81 

BE SPORTING: 

• Always hold the gun in the resting 

position i.e. arms fully extended with 

gun held about waist height. This 

provides the game (birds) a chance 

to get away if the shooter missmounts 

the gun on his shoulder. 

• It’s considered bad form to shoot a 

low bird and worse to poach into 

your neighbour’s airspace. 

• Your aim is to ensure you have 

clean kills that bring the birds down 

quickly. Don’t shoot a bird at very 

close range, or one that’s too far 

away. 

• Generosity is the key to 

sportsmanship. If you are a skilled 

shot, let a few birds fly on to your 

neighbour as they’ll thank you for it. 

MIND YOUR MANNERS: 

• If you are fortunate enough to be 

invited to shoot, it is, therefore, 

polite to respond quickly, and in 

writing. If you agree to attend, 

ensure you return the kindness in 

future. 

• Dress appropriately, not ‘to be seen 

to be seen’, stay warm and dry. 

We’d suggest a field coat, game 

jacket, shooting vest, as well as 

knitwear, scarves, shooting socks 

and sheepskin hand muffs. 

• Remember tradition is to wear 

plus 4s, tweed and cheese cutter 

cap or tweed hat. The loader is to 

have leather bullet holding bag and 

shooting stick to rest on. 

• You should expect to provide your 

own gun. If you’re a novice shot get 

some experience before you arrive. 

It is very unwise to arrive at a shoot 

having never fired a gun. 

• Listen very carefully. At the beginning 

of the shoot briefing, important 

information will be given such as 

some birds that might be off limits. 

• Off-limit birds are birds on the 

ground, beater height birds 

(i.e. human height), tradition 

shooting angle 45° plus to see sky. 

Remember not to shoot the white 

pheasant as that can cost you a 

magnum of Champagne or bottle of 

whisky at the end of the day. 

• Obey your host, and the keeper, 

entirely. Follow all of their 

instructions. 

• Ensure you write a ‘thank you’ and 

that it reaches your host as soon as 

it can. It’s a small show of gratitude 

that can make all the difference.

80 STYLE | etiquette 

SHOOTING 

ETIQUETTE 

Keep on point this duck-shooting season. 

WORDS VICTORIA TAIT 

The essence of field etiquette is really quite simple. Be 

safe, be sporting and mind your manners. 

BE SAFE: 

• Point the gun in a direction so that it can be safely 

fired at any time due to accidental discharge 

• Most upmarket shoots you bring a loader (person) 

and a pair of field shotguns (i.e. side by side barrels). 

• When you close your gun, keep the barrels pointing 

down, and bring the stock up to meet them. Never 

raise the barrels to the stock. 

• When walking, always break your gun, and ensure the 

barrels are pointing earthward. 

• If you hand your gun to someone else, you should 

always unload and break it. 

• Only ever shoot when you can see clear sky around 

and behind the bird. If in doubt, don’t shoot.

WED 24 

Assembly Required, 8.30pm 

Carlton 

Willie McArthur, 8pm 

Sullivans Irish Pub 

THUR 25 

HeadRush, 9pm Carlton 

DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm Empire 

Stephan McDaid, 8pm 


FRI 26 

Antony Pickard, 4pm; Corner 

Sounds duo, 7pm; DJ Phase 

10.30pm Baretta 

Assembly Required, 10pm 

Carlton 

DJ Paul McKessar, 9pm Casa 

Publica 

Sly Manhattan, 7pm; Natalie 

Elms, 10.15pm Christchurch 

Casino 

Emerson, 5pm; Get Set, 

9.30pm Dux Central 

DJ HOME, 10pm Empire 

Brendan, 9.30pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 

Live music, 9.15pm The Cuban 

Page 28 duo, 9pm Trevinos 

SAT 27 

DJ Double Feature starring Dox 

& Mike Jonz, 9pm Baretta 

Cropduster, 10.30pm Carlton 

SAT 27 CONT... 

DJ Dwight Caldwell, 9pm Casa 

Publica 

Southfield, 7pm; Absolut, 

10.15pm Christchurch Casino 

Sayae, 2pm; Big Rig, 9.30pm 

Dux Central 

DJ Vlad, 10pm Empire 

Shameless Few, 9.30pm 


Live music, 8.30pm The Cuban 

SUN 28 

Great Carlton Quiz, 4pm 

Carlton 

Lonesome Sue, 5.30pm 

Christchurch Casino 

Sunday Jazz Sessions, 2pm 

Dux Central 

DJ Spinal, 10pm Empire 

MON 29 

Nick Lee, 5pm Carlton 

TUE 30 

Open Mic Night, 6pm Carlton 

Topia, 7pm Sullivans Irish 

Pub 

WED 31 

D’Sendantz duo, 8.30pm 

Carlton 

Willie McArthur, 8pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 

MEET YOU AT 

Live DJs 

Jazz Sundays 

Craft Beer 

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Gastro Menu 

Four Bars 

Functions 

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Carlton | 1 Papanui Road 

Phone 03 355 9543 

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Ph 03 389 5544 fb/bluesmokemusic 

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GIG GUIDE May 

FRI 05 

Nick Lee, 4pm; Antony 

Pickard, 7.30pm; DJ 10a, 


Matthew Smith Album 

Release Show with support 

The Imposters; and Candice 

Milner, tickets $20+bf @UTR, 

8.30pm Blue Smoke 

Assembly Required, 10pm 

Carlton 

DJ Paul McKessar, 9pm Casa 

Publica 

Franchise, 7pm; Acoustic 

Solution, 10.15pm 


Emerson, 5pm; Wilton, 


DJ Camo & friends, 10pm 

Empire 



Live music, 8.30pm The 

Cuban 

Eddie Simon, 9pm Trevinos 

SAT 06 

DJ Double Feature starring 

Spinal & Danny III, 9pm 

Baretta 

Mel Parsons & Band with 

support Keith Preene, tickets 

$40+bf @eventfinda, 8.30pm 

Blue Smoke 

Flat City Brotherhood, 

10.30pm Carlton 

DJ Ash-S, 9pm Casa Publica 

Marcel, 7pm; TJ, 10.15pm 


Kitchen Collective, 2pm; Get 

Set, 9.30pm Dux Central 

DJ Phase, 10pm Empire 

HeadRush, 9.30pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 

Live music, 10pm The Cuban 

SUN 07 

Gemma Ray (UK) with 

support Gris-De-Lin, tickets 

$30+bf @UTR, 7.30pm Blue 

Smoke 


Carlton 

Sunday Jazz Session, 2pm 

Dux Central 

Lino, 5.30pm Christchurch 

Casino 

DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire 

MON 08 

Conor Fenelon, 5pm Carlton 

TUE 09 



Pub 

WED 10 

D’Sendantz duo, 8.30pm 

Carlton 



THUR 11 

HeadRush, 9pm Carlton 

DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm 

Empire 

Stephen McDaid, 8pm 


DJ, 9pm The Cuban 

FRI 12 

Antony Pickard, 4pm; Ryan 

Ferris, 7.30pm; DJ Sir-Vere, 


Ctrl Alt Rock, 10pm Carlton 

DJ Maestro B, 9pm Casa 

Publica 

Natalie Elms, 7pm; Eddie 

Simon, 10.15pm 


P Money, 10pm Empire 

Emerson, 5pm; Big Rig, 


Brendan, 9.30pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 

Live music, 8pm The Cuban 

X-Files duo, 9pm Trevinos 

SAT 13 


Phase & Masta K, 9pm 

Baretta 

The New Entrants, 8pm 

Carlton 

DJ Dwight Caldwell, 9pm 

Casa Publica 

Rockabella, 7pm; Everlong, 

10.15pm Christchurch 

Casino 

Matty Smith, 2pm; Nacoa, 

8pm Dux Central 

DJ Vlad,10pm Empire 

Shameless Few, 8pm 



Cuban 

SUN 14 

Cameron Fairweater (pianist), 

11.30am; Stevie D, 5.30pm 



Carlton 

Sunday Jazz Session, 2pm 

Dux Central 


MON 15 

Marcel, 5pm Carlton 

TUE 16 



Pub 

WED 17 

Topia duo, 8.30pm Carlton 



THUR 18 

Summer Drive, 9pm Carlton 

DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm 

Empire 

Boiling Billy, 8pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 

FRI 19 

Nick Lee, 4pm; Ryan Ferris, 

7pm; DJ Vlad, 10.30pm 

Baretta 

Ctrl Alt Rock, 10pm Carlton 

DJ Masta K, 9pm Casa 

Publica 

Stephen James, 4.30pm; 

Smooth Talk, 9.15pm 


Emerson, 5pm; Aleon, 9.30pm 

Dux Central 

DJ Phase, 10pm Empire 




Cuban 

Reckless duo, 9pm Trevinos 

SAT 20 


10a & Danny III, 9pm Baretta 

Flat City Brotherhood, 

10.30pm Carlton 

DJ Ash-S, 9pm Casa Publica 

Blackie, 7pm; Shannon 

Cooper-Garland, 10.15pm 


El Guitaro, 2pm; Izonik, 



Live music, 9.30pm Sullivans 

Irish Pub 


Cuban 

SUN 21 


Carlton 

Jazza, 5.30pm Christchurch 

Casino 

Sunday Jazz Sessions, 2pm 

Dux Central 

DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire 

MON 22 

Topia, 5pm Carlton 

TUE 23 



Pub

Renae Forrest, Letitia Kortegast 

Ali and Olivia Shackley 

Steph Kaefer, Chrissy Emeny 

BETTIE MONROE OPENING 

Natalia Baird, Manolo Bayonas, 

Caroline Cooper-Dixon 

Lucy Yahel, Karen Shepard 

The Colombo stood as a haven of shelter from the driving rain 

which punished the streets of Sydenham, as borne upon the 

wind, drops tore at faces and eyes. Gentle respite awaited as the 

opening of Bettie Monroe excited the fashion senses and sparkling 

libations soothed after the storm. Fabulous creations made up the 

buffet of couture, which whetted the fashion appetites, serving as 

a reminder that the season for warmer cladding is nigh. 

Helen Fraser, Lucy Yahel 

Ciara Mare, Sarah Apiata 

Julie-Anne Whitson, Danice Dearborn 

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Rachel Pero, Nienke Podmore, Dale Roche 

Lindsay and Marilyn Welch 

Jade Kenney, Helena McIntyre 

AVIVA: A WORLD OF 

INSPIRATION 

IN ASSOCIATION WITH INNOVATIVE 

TRAVEL & JANE DANIELS 

Jenna Nielson, Selina Wylie 

Susan Lady Satayanand, Jane Daniels, Robyn Galloway 

Rebecca and Nathan Latimer, Elizabeth Neazor 

Travellers’ tales set the imagination on fire as mental 

pictures of far-off places formed, transporting the 

listener a world away from drizzly Christchurch. The 

evening of fashion spiced up with the flavour of 

globetrotting, was a fundraiser to support the work 

of Aviva, which was formerly known as Women’s 

Refuge. Jane Daniels was the distinguished label 

on parade which, following her recounting of her 

Russian adventures, drew admiration from the 

audience. Pink candyfloss cocktails whispered 

seductively to the tastebuds, leaving the memory 

of a stylish and exotic evening. 

Stephanie Muller, Jenny Goldsmith 

Rose Townsend, Nicole Bennett, Rhonda Jackman 

Stores: The Tannery, Woolston | The Colombo, Sydenham

Jacquie Harrop, Paul Saunders 

Andrew Thornton, Peter and Henry Warhurst 

Kate Senior, Brigid Lee 

Russell Lawry, Rosie Ford 

Mark and Alma Russell 

OPERA MEETS ART 

FRIENDS OF THE NEW ZEALAND BRAINS 

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Shafts of honeyed twilight blazed like liquid gold through 

the curving windows of the Christchurch Art Gallery, 

drenching the scene in daylight saving’s valediction. On this 

musical evening, the angular atrium rang with the harmony 

of conversation as guests mingled, before the ranks of 

singers stepped up to rule the occasion. Voices lifted, 

sending loved arias flying to the audience who, having cast 

final bids in the silent auction, now sat back to drink in the 

glorious sounds. 

Jan Notley, Cheryl Wall 

Suzanne Taylor, Rosemary Parker, Jane Midgeley 

Christine and David Stiles-Pickford 

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Lianne Dalziel, Richard Dalman 

Tania Edwards, Marion Smart 

Kate Russell, Hilary McConnell 

Anton Tritt, Geoff Cranko 

DALMAN STUDIO 

OPENING 

Michael Esposito, John McGrail, Toby Schuyl 

At the forefront of bringing the city back to life 

with the bustle of business is Dalman Architecture 

and to celebrate the opening of their new studio, 

a party was laid on, welcoming the tidal wave of 

guests which swelled through the door. Invitees 

mingled in the relaxed and airy premises as crisply 

aproned waiters circulated like autumn leaves, 

bearing laden trays and bottled delights. The red 

ribbon encircling the room was severed and, along 

with a pledge to remain in and true to Christchurch, 

Dalman, styled as the “Architects of Space” were 

declared open, to meet the future. 

Amber Arkell, Susan Askew 

Guy Field, Di Lucas, Dave Walker 

Brynn Burrows, Grant Lovell, Julian Ramsay 

Kirsty Hynd, Emily Heazlewood 

bring your garden to life with colour 

Don’t forget 

Mother’s Day: 

14 th May 

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NEW SHOW HOME OPEN 

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Email: robin@artisanhomes.co.nz. 

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5 Broomleigh Drive in Rolleston’s Faringdon 

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Zoe Goodwin, Nathan Jones 

Justil Purcell, Sarah Barrer, Denis Aldridge 

Lt Cdr Andrew Hogg, Shane Murdoch, Carolyn Stiles 

LET US ENTERTAIN YOU 

Annelies Basten, Tim Bergin, Leanne Newsome 

Cholmondeley Children’s Centre said a very big thank you 

to all the friends, partners and sponsors who have given 

support over the past year. An abundance of tasty treats 

greeted guests as the cool afternoon prepared to give way 

to evening. Brief speeches were made in which personal 

experiences relating to Cholmondeley were recounted. With 

the conclusion of formalities, the opportunity for mingling 

was eagerly taken, the deck proving the perfect spot to 

socialise and consume the magnificent view. 

Dame Adrienne Stewart, Alexandra Davids, Andre Hofenk 

Renee Cornelius, Jaimie-Leigh Bergman, Emily Smith 

Clare Loudon, Nettles Lamont 

Paul Blackler, Kerry and Mandy Dellaca, Mr Glenn Jones 

Curious to know 

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If you are unsure of the value 

of your property, we’re happy 

to visit and give a free market 

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SELWYN TASTE DIRECTORY 

THE LINCOLN PANTRY 

A treasure trove of local, organic and 

gourmet goodies for the health-conscious 

foodie. The wood-panelled deli counter 

delivers old world charm and an extensive 

array of NZ and imported cheeses. Fine 

foods and artisan goods adorn the rustic 

pallet shelving along with tempting treats 

for gluten, dairy and sugar-free devotees. 

Try the awesome Atomic coffee or 

trademark turmeric latte. Gift hampers 

and vouchers available. Open 7 days. 

5 Robert Street, Lincoln | 03 325 7717 

Mon-Sat 7am – 6pm Sun 10am – 4pm 

www.thelincolnpantry.co.nz 

www.facebook.com/thelincolnpantry 

Milanese 

A taste of Italy right here in Selwyn... 

Prebbleton’s best kept secret is a secret 

no longer. The Milanese fully licenced 

Italian restaurant and pizzeria is an 

exceptional place to dine when you want 

a taste of Italy. Fresh Pasta, Carbonara, 

Spaghetti, to authentic Italian Pizzas. Dine 

In or Takeaway. 

Licensed/BYO wine only. 

Private Functions available. 

Cnr Springs & Marshs Road 

407 Springs Road, phone 349 9652 

(entrance on Marshs Road, behind Vege Shop) 

The Silver Dollar Bar & 

reSTauranT 

Visit the Silver Dollar Bar and Restaurant 

to experience a selection of cold beers and 

great food. 

The menu includes a variety of dishes, both 

affordable satisfying meals as well as special 

dishes... Relax, either in the amazing indoor 

Bar & Restaurant or sunny courtyard. Large 

selection of beers, extensive wine list and 

barista made coffee. 

Open Monday – Sunday 11am – 11pm 

Weekend Brunch coming soon. 

Bookings Essential. Ph 03 347 0386 

www.silverdollarbar.co.nz 

871 Jones Rd, Rolleston 

Quartz - 

Wine Bar & restaurant 

The friendly Quartz team offers great service 

in a comfortable, modern setting. An extensive 

food & beverage menu has something 

for everyone. Delicious, hearty versions of 

favourites - burgers, steaks, fish, chicken & 

salads. The earlybird special entices families to 

dine before 6pm with $5 kids meals, leaving 

an ambient setting later for couples or friends 

catching up. Bookings appreciated. 

82 Rolleston Drive. Ph 03 347 4192 

www.quartzrolleston.co.nz 

Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm-Late. 

Fri-Sun 12pm-Late. Follow us on Facebook 

Tai Tapu HoTel 

‘unique CounTry pub’ 

Fine food, friendly folk, fabulous scenery 

and relaxed atmosphere. Sheltered 

courtyard and outdoor areas, perfect for 

dining or platters and wines. 

A La Carte Restaurant 

Open 7 Days 

12pm to Last seating around 8pm 

780 Old Tai Tapu Road 

P: 03 329 6819 

taitapuhotel@xtra.co.nz 

www.wix.taitapuhotel.com 

The Pedal Pusher 

rollesTon 

Vibrant Funky Gastro Pub with Great 

Food, Great atmosphere... Fantastic 

service... Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.. 

Make us your local... your home away 

from home!! 

Open 7 days - 9am till Late 

Bookings recommended 

Ph 03 260 0866 

www.thepedalpusher.co.nz 

55 Faringdon Boulevard, Rolleston 

284-286 Lincoln Road, Addington

TASTE DIRECTORY 

an hour drive 

from cHcH 

URBAN CORNER CAFE 

Industrial chic on the outside, awesomely 

trendy on the inside. We are the perfect 

venue for private functions. Catering to 

suit any budget. Our cafe also has a wide 

selection of contemporary gift ware, 

curios and Kiwiana. We are very kid 

friendly! Check out our Weds/Thurs ‘Feed 

a Family for $50' dinner special (pictured)! 

Open 7 Days 

9am - 1am 

Cnr New Brighton Road & Bower Avenue, 

New Brighton. 

Phone: 03 388 3649 

www.urbancorner.co.nz 

PIERVIEW RESTAURANT 

Located upstairs in the New Brighton 

Club, the Pierview Restaurant offers a 

stunning panoramic view of the 

Pegasus coastline and New Brighton 

Pier. Irresistible a la carte menu, 

excellent specials and now open for 

Brunch on Sundays from 10.30am. 

Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 

from 5.30pm and 

Sunday Brunch from 10.30am. 

202 Marine Parade, New Brighton 

Phone 03 388 8210 

www.newbrightonclub.co.nz 

terrace downs 

WOW your MOM this Mother’s Day. 

Mother’s Day Buffet, Sunday 14th May. 

Everyone’s mum deserves the best, so 

this Mother’s Day think beyond the 

usual box of chocolates and flowers 

when searching for a gift. 

$59 for Adults $25 for Kids under 12 

Time: 11am - 1pm & 2pm - 4pm 

Every other Sunday has a Buffet as well! 

12:30pm - 2:30pm. 

$45 per Adult & $20 per Kids. 

*Bookings essential, call today: 03 318 6943 

Email: info@terracedowns.co.nz 

TREVINOS 

RESTAURANT & BAR 

Nestled in the heart of Christchurch, 

filled with mountains of food and 

lakes of beverages, sits an astounding 

restaurant with irresistible and fine 

tasting food, accompanied by an 

unmatched atmosphere. 

Super Rugby live on the bar’s screens, 

live music. 

BLUFF OYSTERS NOW AVAILABLE 

Open 7 Days, 9am - 1am 

Cnr Riccarton Road & Mona Vale Avenue, 

Riccarton. Phone: 03 343 5378 

www.trevinos.co.nz 

EMBERS 

BAR & RESTAURANT 

Embers has a stylish, cosy atmosphere, 

filled with unique furnishings and 

complete with its very own open fire pit. 

Meals are crafted to share, enhancing a 

social, family bonding and interactive 

dining experience. Mezzanine floor 

available for private functions. 

Open Wednesday to Sunday 

310 Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui 

Phone: 03 359 9586 www.papanuiclub.co.nz 

reception@papanuiclub.co.nz 

Members, guests & affiliates welcome 

THE CUBAN 

Que Vola Contigo Christchurch! 

The Cuban is a gorgeous piece of 

Havana right in the centre city. 

Sample exquisite Cuban street food. 

Marvel at the extensive selection of rum, 

and our very own Cuba Laga (lager). 

All while relaxing in the stunning covered 

courtyard. See you at The Cuban. 

Open Tuesday - Thursday 3pm - late and 

Friday - Sunday 11.30am - late. 

Closed Monday. 

236 St Asaph Street, Christchurch 

Phone: 03 260 2605 

www.thecuban.co.nz 

venuemanager@thecuban.co.nz


UnCommon adjective 

not common; rare; exceptional; 

above the ordinary; remarkable. 

Valley Inn TaVern 

Our fantastic sheltered courtyard is a 

great place to while away those long 

summer days. Relax over a drink and 

enjoy our fantastic new menu that 

reflects those warmer days. 

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER 

HOLIDAYS IN A RELAXED 

OUTDOOR SETTING 

2 Flavell Street, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch 

Ph 384 1124 

www.valleyinntavern.co.nz 

Open daily from 10am - 11pm 

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uncommon 

New café promising to deliver 

beautiful food. 

Having worked as a Chef in Melbourne for 

5 years, and also working with Shannon 

Bennet, a guest judge on MasterChef 

Australia, we have moved home to fulfil 

our dream of opening our own cafe. 

Opens: Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm, 

Sat & Sun 8am - 4pm 

262 Tuam Street, Christchurch 

03 379 3977 or uncommonchch@gmail.com 


RACECOURSE HOTEL & 

MOTOR LODGE 

Located opposite Riccarton Park, 

this hotel offers great dining, Sports Bar 

(with pool tables, SKY sport, gaming 

lounge, TAB), Carbine Lounge and 

affordable accommodation. 

Hoofbeats Restaurant (FAMOUS FOR 

THEIR ROASTS) open daily for breakfast, 

lunch & dinner. 

Open daily from 6.30am. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch 

Phone 03 342 7150 

www.racecoursehotel.co.nz 

World 

Famous 

Fairlie 

Bakehouse 

Pies 

Sala Sala aSian FuSion 

ReStauRant 

After a years hiatus Sala Sala has 

reopened under new management, 

much to the joy of the locals, with its 

fresh take on Asian fusion and upstairs 

private function rooms, all brought to 

you in the comfort of the Merivale 

suburbs. 

Opening Hours 

Tuesday - Sunday, closed Mondays 

Lunch: 11.30am - 2.00pm Dinner: 5.30pm - late. 

Fully Licensed. 

142 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 

Phone: 03 355 5932 

Mrs Denton’s 

Fine. Food. Fast 

We are proud to be a stockist of the 

world famous Lieber Pies from 

Fairlie Bakehouse. Choose from a 

number of DELICIOUS combinations... 

like Pork Belly with Crackle or Bacon 

& Salmon, or your favourite traditional 

flavours. 

TRY OUR scrumptious soups, salads, 

scrolls and strudel. 

Takeaway Café, Delicatessen 

168a Kendal Ave, Burnside 

Mon-Fri 7am - 3pm, Sat 8.30am - 3pm 

Facebook: Mrs Denton’s 

Ph: 03 357 4516 or: 027 469 0206 

Kum Pun Thai 

Experience all of the exotic flavours that 

Thailand has to offer right here in Christchurch. 

Delightful surroundings with a fantastic 

outdoor courtyard, this is the enjoyable place 

as an alternative to cooking, or for that special 

occasion to treat your loved ones. These 

authentic dishes are designed to delight. 

The extensive menu and great hospitality 

is perfect for lunch and dinner. Try our very 

popular $12 lunch menu with work friends. 

Dinner Mon-Sun 5.30pm-10.00pm 7 Days 

Lunch Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm 

73 Victoria Street, Christchurch. 

Phone: 03 365 5494 www.kumpunthai.com


AlvArAdo’s MexicAn 

cAntinA 

Come and try our TRADITIONAL 

MEXICAN FOOD... 

Alvarados is the essential destination for 

experiencing true Mexican cuisine. 

Open daily from 11.00am. 

77 Stevens Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch 

Ph 03 374 4149 

www.alvarados.co.nz 

facebook.com/alvaradosmexicancantina 

Follow us on Twitter @Alvaradoschch 

PePPerberry 

cafe & florist 

Whether it’s a gorgeous bouquet of 

flowers, a scrumptious meal, fantastic 

coffee or catering for your next event, 

we can do it all!! All meals and cakes 

baked on premises. 

919 Colombo Street, (Cnr Bealey Ave) 

Christchurch. Ph 377 0443 

www.pepperberry.co.nz 

Open Mon-Fri 7am-3.30pm 

Sat 7.30am-1.30pm 


Mona Vale HoMestead 

and Pantry 

Rebuilt brick by brick and once again 

elegant in her heritage best, Mona Vale 

Homestead & Pantry is welcoming 

visitors for breakfast, brunch, lunch 

and exquisite High Teas. Also ideal 

for weddings, special occasions and 

corporate events. 

Open now 7am-5pm 

40 Mona Vale Avenue, 

Fendalton 

03 341 7450 

gather@monavale.nz 

www.monavale.nz 


GARDEN BUFFET 

RESTAURANT 

Mother’s Day Buffet - Lunch & Dinner. 

$39 per person, children normal price. 

Complimentary drink for mothers and 

chocolates for everyone. Instant mystery 

prizes to be won! Dining Mums go in the 

draw to WIN B&B at Timaru’s 

Grosvenor Hotel. Book now! 

Open daily for lunch and dinner 

110 Marshland Road, Christchurch. 

Ph 386 0088 

www.gardenhotel.co.nz 

Like us on Facebook 

fb.com/GardenHotelRestaurant 

Fisherman’s WharF 

Spectacular Harbour Views 

Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant offer’s 

a warm & friendly atmosphere over 

looking the working port of Lyttelton. 

We have a range of wonderful meal 

options to suit all. Seafood, Steaks, 

Burgers, Thai dishes, Vegetarian, pasta & 

kids meals. We serve only the freshest 

locally caught fish & our produce is also 

fresh & from the local markets. From 

our boats to your plate. 

39 Norwich Quay, 8082 Lyttelton. 

Ph 328 7530 

www.lytteltonwharf.co.nz 

Open Wed to Sun 11.30am to late 

RIVERVIEW RESTAURANT 

Located in the Cashmere Club, the 

Riverview Restaurant offers quality, 

affordable a la carte dining, 7 days a 

week. Specialists in events and special 

occasions. No function too big or too 

small. Private functions room available. 

Dine al fresco on the sheltered patio. 

Open for Lunch: Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun. 

Open for Dinner from 5.30pm Tues to Sun. 

(Closed Mon). Fully Licensed. 

50 Colombo Street, Christchurch 

Phone: 03 332 0092 

www.cashmereclub.co.nz 

Members, guests & affiliates welcome

Get a sneak peek at this scrumptious duck recipe that 

King Of Snake is preparing for the Pinot & Duck Tasting 

Trail throughout May. The dish below has been matched 

with a glass of Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2014. 

INGREDIENTS 

COOKING TIME: 3 HOURS 

8 large duck legs 

60g sea salt 

2 Tbsp Sichuan peppercorns 

185g brown sugar 

200g jasmine rice, uncooked 

50g jasmine tea leaves 

Vegetable oil, to deep-fry 

TAMARIND & PLUM SAUCE 

2 Tbsp tamarind pulp 

6 Tbsp hot water 

100ml water 

1 whole star anise 

1 cinnamon stick 

2 whole cloves 

1 Tbsp hoisin sauce 

50g palm sugar, grated 

1 Tbsp fish sauce 

METHOD 

1. Dry toast the salt and peppercorns for 2-3 minutes in a frying 

pan over medium heat, until fragrant and ashen in colour. Blitz 

into a powder in a spice grinder. 

2. Rub the duck inside and out with the pepper mix. Place in the 

fridge for an hour. 

3. Line a wok with foil. Combine the sugar, rice and tea leaves. 

Make a foil basket to hold the smoking mixture. 

4. Place the basket in the wok and add a wire rack to suspend the 

duck over the foil basket. 

5. Place the wok over high heat to create smoke. Cover with a lid. 

Reduce heat to medium. Smoke for up to 20 minutes. Let the 

smoke dissipate before opening. 

6. Transfer the duck to plate. Remove the foil and basket. 

7. Set the rack back into wok and fill with water to just below the 

rack. Bring to a boil and return the duck and plate to the wok. 

8. Cover with a lid and steam for 1½ hours. 

9. Remove the duck and let cool. Refrigerate for 2 hours or 

overnight. 

SAUCE 

1. Soak tamarind pulp in the hot water for 10 minutes. 

2. When cool, squish the tamarind to release the pulp. 

3. Bring the water to a simmer. 

4. Simmer for 5 minutes. 

5. Set deep fryer at 180°C. 

6. Fry each leg for 4-5 minutes until crispy. 

7. Drain on paper towel. Let rest for 2 minutes before chopping. 

Spoon over the sauce and serve. 

Harewood Rd 

800 Harewood Rd (Airport End) 

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 6:30pm 

Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm 

Phone: 359 2772 

Tower Junction 

4/4 Troup Drive, Addington 

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm 

Saturday - Sunday 8:30am - 6:00pm 

Ph: 341 1110 

Marshland 

410 Marshland Rd 

Monday - Sunday 

8:00am - 6:00pm 

Ph: 385 6976

66 STYLE | food news 

FOOD NEWS 

JASMINE TEA 

SMOKED DUCK LEG WITH 

TAMARIND AND PLUM SAUCE 

PHOTOGRAPHY CHARLIE JACKSON

STYLE | advertising feature 65 

Terrace Downs Resort 

For an inspirational venue that offers luxurious facilities, awe-inspiring vistas, premier 

accommodation, superb cuisine, a championship golf course and a menu of adventure 

activities, look no further than Terrace Downs Resort. 

Within an hour of Christchurch International Airport, the high-country resort is popular for 

private functions, weekend retreats and is internationally renowned for events, weddings and 

conferences. 

Multiple spaces and catering facilities accommodate groups up to 100 guests and 

arrangements can be tailor-made for your special event. The food and beverage team has a 

reputation for flair, excellent service and delicious menus – from build-your-own mini burgers 

at coffee break to a High Country lunch buffet brimming with local ingredients. 

Conference programmes can incorporate golf, archery, clay-bird shooting, horse trekking, 

hunting, trout and salmon fishing, heli-tours, jet boating, tennis, day spa and gymnasium. 

Superb chalets and villa suites overlook the award-winning golf course and Mount Hutt. 

03 318 6943, events@terracedowns.co.nz 

www.terracedowns.co.nz 

Hackthorne Gardens 

Hackthorne Gardens is a venue in which to 

enjoy a unique culinary experience. 

The team at Hackhorne Gardens are 

committed to delivering a truly inspiring 

dining experience. The senses will be 

awakened and stimulated by the aromas, 

with flavours to tantalise the palate. 

Experience food that is balanced with the 

three crucial elements: colour, flavour and 

texture. 

A uniquely sophisticated venue that leaves 

one with a sense of satisfaction on all levels! 

Enjoy this full experience while taking in the 

vista of the city. 

03 332 9816 

www.hackthornegardens.nz 

Blue Smoke and the AGA Kitchen 

Blue Smoke, the live music venue within The Tannery complex, is 

now also available for private bookings. 

Whether you are planning a wedding reception, a working lunch 

or a beer tasting, Blue Smoke is ideally suited for reception-style 

events up to 200 guests with Cassels & Sons’ famous fork ’n’ walk 

menus, or sit-down dinners for up to 50 guests. 

Wooden floors, oak wall-panelling, solid oak furniture built 

on-site, and original English William Morris wallpaper create an 

intimate private setting ideal for those who want to dance the 

night away. 

The AGA Kitchen private dining room may be connected to 

Blue Smoke to increase capacity. The iconic and exquisite AGA 

creates a unique and timeless ambiance of refined luxury that 

takes the concept of the chef’s table to a new gourmet level. 

Taking pride of place in the bespoke open-plan kitchen, the British 

AGA ovenware is where Executive Chef Michael Falls and his 

international team cook your dinner to perfection. 

With Blue Smoke’s stage ready and waiting, let the events 

management team help you find a band or DJ to put the finishing 

touch to your event. 

0800 4 TANNERY, functions@thetannery.co.nz 

www.thetannery.co.nz

64 STYLE | advertising feature 

STYLE 

VENUE 

Conference, seminar, wedding, 

business meeting, team building 

or social gathering? Whatever is 

on your calendar, these premium 

venues will inspire you. 

Eliza’s Manor Boutique Hotel 

Eliza’s Manor Boutique Hotel provides a truly unique Christchurch venue in which to hold a 

function or special event. The combination of the beautifully restored historic building and 

the peaceful surroundings creates a great environment. 

Eliza’s can provide the function venue, full catering and beverages. Accommodation – 

consisting of eight rooms with ensuites – is available for out-of-town attendees and there 

is ample free car parking. Eliza’s has been the venue for a wide range of activities, including: 

conferences, meetings, training sessions, presentations, breakfasts, luncheons, weddings, and 

morning, afternoon and high teas. 

While the Banquet Room is primarily used for functions, smaller activities are also well 

catered for in the Garden Room. 

Centrally located, Eliza’s an ideal venue for all occasions. 

03 366 8584 

www.elizas.co.nz 

Lincoln University 

Nestled in stunning park-like grounds, Lincoln University is an easy 

22km from Christchurch and just a 25-minute drive from the airport. 

Yet it feels as though it is right in the heart of the Canterbury 

countryside. With different accommodation options for up to 500 

delegates and a host of diverse venues for gatherings, the Conference 

and Event Management Team can work alongside you to make sure all 

your seminar and conference needs are met. 

The brand new Te Kete Ika Food and Function Centre can seat 500 in 

its dining room and has state-of-the-art soundproofed meeting rooms, 

amazing natural lighting, and is a short walk from the historic façade 

of Ivey Hall. There are lecture theatres of all sizes, outside spaces and 

several striking lobby atriums. With so many options, it’s no wonder the 

historic university is the setting for events that vary from cocktail parties 

and awards evenings to large conferences and corporate team-building. 

With access to the extensive grounds, sports amenities and an 

excellent working relationship with local farms for visits, Lincoln 

University is a venue offering everything a successful event organiser 

requires. Whether you have a guest list of two or 2000, the on-site 

team’s knowledge, skills and experience will ensure your event will be 

a triumph. Past and returning clients include international academic 

institutions, leading corporates, agri-business organisations, international 

brands and private clients – reflecting the flexibility and professionalism 

that goes on behind the scenes. 

Services available include website and print management, online 

registration, accounts and budgets, trade displays, AV and technical 

support and transport. Be supported from the initial concept and 

planning, through accommodation and catering, to on-site delivery. The 

events team is even able to arrange off-site events and catering. Priding 

themselves on 30 years of proven expertise, passion and ethics, the 

Conference and Event Management Team are professional conference 

organisers who can create inspired event environments for all clients 

and budgets. 

03 342 3000, conference@lincoln.ac.nz 

www.lincoln.ac.nz

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62 STYLE | motoring 

There’s no denying the Superb has acceptable performance; it 

delivers in acceleration and economy. It also rides on low-profile Pirelli 

P Zero performance tyres (235/40 x 19in), and while that would 

suggest a lumpy ride, the opposite applies. Skoda has sprung the 

Superb softly and it certainly imparts a comfortable driving sensation. 

There is a little of a bounding motion over some of the worst bumps 

and ruts that make up Christchurch’s roads, but the overall result is 

one of comfort and that has been deliberately engineered into the 

vehicle. 

On highway cruise the Superb moves quietly and has purposeful 

steering. There is quick response to direction change and a lot of that 

is due to the solid feel through the steering. The tyres, too, provide 

positive information as to how they are reacting in a corner. I pushed 

the Superb quickly up and down the twists and turns on the road into 

the Rakaia Gorge from Windwhistle. 

Given the soft suspension settings and associated body movement, 

the Superb handles well, and much of that can be attributed to the 

quality of the tyres and the natural grip from the four-wheel-drive 

network. 

I was involved in a conversation the other day about how cars have 

become drawcards through the specification and engineering elements 

that tempt with their long list of features. A colleague and I both 

agreed that entry-level models are far more tempting as a purchase. 

As much as I enjoyed the excellence of the Skoda Superb, if I was a 

buyer I’d be looking at the 132kW $48,900 variant. It doesn’t get fourwheel 

drive and some of the other high-spec treatment, but it is still a 

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STYLE | motoring 61 

SIMPLY 

SUPERB 

Forget all your old Skoda jokes; the new Superb 

wagon is a smart piece of kit according to motoring 

writer Ross Kiddie. 

It’s no secret Skoda relies heavily on the investment the Volkswagen 

Group has made in the Czech Republic company, and there are many 

benefits. Skoda is building high-quality product and global sales reflect 

that. Skoda is now seen as a viable alternative to premium car brands. 

While Volkswagen’s universal parts bin is a way of reducing 

Skoda’s research and development cost, by the time the product 

arrives Down Under there’s not a lot of difference in cost separating 

Volkswagen and Audi product from Skoda, given the drivelines are 

very similar. 

Take the Skoda Superb for example. Its 2L petrol driveline is 

pretty much the same as that in the Passat, the engine has the same 

specifications, the six-speed direct-shift gearbox is familiar and the 

4Motion driveline from Volkswagen sits in the Superb, although it 

doesn’t carry the 4Motion label. The Superb lands here from $45,900 

to $63,900, only a few thousand dollars less expensive than the Passat 

in most forms. And if you look at the evaluation car, which was the 

range-topping wagon, it sits just $6600 below its Passat equivalent. 

Nevertheless, the Superb is there for those who like what Skoda 

represents – something just a little bit different in their luxury-car 

purchase. The Superb is most certainly a luxury car; it gets full leather 

trim and many of the specification items that can be found in its rivals. 

And if you want a value purchase with truckloads of internal space 

the Superb wagon is certainly the car for you. At 4.8m it isn’t overly 

long, but it has occupant and cargo space to envy; the area under the 

tailgate is cavernous and rear-seat occupants have vast legroom. 

All of this adds up to practicality and comfort, ingredients not always 

found hand in hand. 

Regular readers will recall an evaluation of this car with diesel power 

in my column in April last year; however, this evaluation focuses on 

the 2L turbocharged petrol engine. Skoda affectionately refers to this 

vehicle as the 206; not surprisingly, it has 206kW, power that is usable 

becoming available all of the way from 5600rpm to 6500rpm. It is 

also listed with a 350Nm torque figure, meeting the power outputs at 

1750rpm to 5600rpm. 

As a consequence, it is a strong engine delivering vivid acceleration 

times (0-100km/h in 5.8sec). It will also blast through a highway 

overtake in 4sec and will top end at 250km/h. 

These are quick figures and give a strong indication that this car 

has a sporty profile. One of the benefits of a direct-shift automatic 

gearbox are the quick shifting ratios: gear changes can barely be felt, 

and they arrive without any indication the engine is losing impetus 

between changes. The feel of acceleration is, therefore, constant. 

This burst of energy doesn’t mean the Superb uses fuel at an 

unacceptable rate, quite the opposite in fact. Skoda claims a 7.2L per 

100km/h (39mpg) combined cycle average, that sits well with the 

8.1L/100km (35mpg) readout during my time with the test car, along 

with a 5.8L/100km (49mpg) instantaneous readout sitting at a steady 

100km/h (engine speed 2200rpm).

60 STYLE | finance 

PAY YOUR 

MORTGAGE 

OFF QUICKER 

Restructuring your mortgage repayments could save you 

thousands of dollars and by making just a few simple 

changes you’ll be one step closer to a debt-free life. 

WORDS SUE MCKENZIE 

When I meet with people about their mortgage, I get them to consider 

a life without one. The idea of being debt-free is a wonderful motivation 

and makes people think of what they would do with the extra money – 

make property investments, home renovations, go into business, or take 

an overseas trip. 

The most-valuable lesson for most Kiwis is that it’s not the interest 

rate that matters, but rather the amount of interest you pay over the 

term of the mortgage that is most relevant. 

Ultimately, the goal is to pay your mortgage off quickly, meaning you’ll 

repay less over time and the property can become the leverage tool 

with which a whole manner of lifestyle changes can become available. 

An important fact to consider is that by making an increase in payments 

of around the price of a coffee a day for you and/or your partner, you 

could reduce your mortgage term by five to 10 years. That’s a huge 

saving when you consider the average total repayment is more than two 

and half times the original loan amount. 

Once I understand the amount of equity (the difference of the 

home’s fair market value and the outstanding balance of the property’s 

mortgage) a person has in their property, as well as their income, we 

can look at the right way to tackle their debt. This usually includes an 

assessment of whether the current mortgage lender is the right one 

for the homeowner. The contract between you and your lender isn’t a 

rigid one and mortgages should reflect the best aspects of your financial 

situation at any given moment – if your current lender isn’t the best 

option for you, it’s time to move to one that is. 

A lot of the issues that work against mortgage repayments begin with 

short-term debt through hire purchase, personal loans and credit cards. 

It’s important to review your finances and be able to answer that ageold 

question: “Where is my money going?” 

Consolidating that debt will give people more money in their pocket 

and I encourage them to use that on mortgage repayments. 

Those with high incomes or joint incomes have the ability to put 

more towards debt while interest rates are still low. If you’re in this 

situation, look at breaking your mortgage up into manageable chunks to 

achieve a series of short-term goals. For example, aiming to pay five per 

cent of the loan in a year (both principal and interest) is very attainable. 

The five-per-cent chunk sits aside from the total and can have current 

best interest (often floating) rates applied to it. I’ve seen people achieve 

incredible things when they aim to repay small bits like this at a time. 

They’re also thrilled to be making a dent in their debt. 

Of course, the more you pay off in the short-term, the better access 

to interest rates you have in the long-term, too. Consider your loan-tovalue 

ratios, which is the value of the loan measured against the value of 

the property. The better the percentage in your favour, the less interest 

you have to pay. 

Self-employed people or business owners that have fluctuations in 

cash flow have some different options. There’s no need to repay the 

same amount year round and absolutely no point of struggling to make 

repayments at some times of the year, while finding it easy at others. 

Your mortgage repayments can be structured to reflect the peaks and 

troughs of your income. 

Property investors have many options available to them. They will 

need to consider tax implications and a mortgage adviser will look at 

ways they can pay off their personal debt first before their investment 

debt. 

Buying, selling and repaying the mortgage, which for many is their 

most-prized possession, can be stressful, but if you take a moment to 

consider all the things you have to gain from making smart mortgage 

choices, it will seem like the simplest thing. 

Some times are better to pay more than others. For that reason, 

I recommend homeowners have a mortgage review every year – 

circumstances for both them and the lenders change, and it’s about 

making the most of those situations to create a debt-free asset. 

I remember the first time I restructured my mortgage to work better for 

me; it was not only empowering, but saved me a considerable amount 

in the long-term. The sooner you do it, the better the returns. 

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EMMA’S AT OXFORD 

Following a grand store expansion, Emma’s now stocks its largest ever range of 

tempting gifts, books and clothing. 

Wardrobe essentials include polos and pants from Untouched World. This season’s 

colour of Sea Green (pictured) comes in two different styles, both 100% merino. 

Discover a large range of winter hats, gloves and scarves, too. 

53 Main Street, Oxford • 03 312 3432 

www.emmasatoxford.com 

MARMALADE CLOTHING AND CURIOSITIES 

Let Marmalade Clothing keep you warm this winter with its selection of long-sleeve 

dresses, knitwear, merino accessories, bamboo socks, and seasonal coats. 

Specialising in natural fibres, fair trade and NZ made men’s and women’s clothing 

(ladies sizes 8-20), this boutique also boasts an array of jewellery, accessories and 

trinkets for all your gifting needs. 

Don’t miss the annual Queen’s Birthday weekend sale. 

49A Main Street, Oxford • 03 312 3382 (Closed Mondays) 

www.marmaladeclothing.co.nz 

ROUTE 72 CAFE, BAR AND EMPORIUM 

Enjoy a day out in the country stopping off at Route 72 to enjoy a beautiful morning 

tea, lunch, or afternoon snack. While you are there, treat yourself or buy a gift from 

their treasure trove – Aladdin’s Cave. Dine inside or out, your choice. Upstairs offers 

an amazing view and is ideal for that special occasion for two or a group of friends. 

Fully licensed, with Friday night dining from 5.30pm, Route 72 has an offering to 

satisfy every taste bud. 

1697 Cust Road, Cust • 03 312 5595 

www.route72.co.nz 

CRAZE FASHION 

This delightful fashion store houses a mixture of playful, pretty and urban high-end 

clothing, shoes, and jewellery from leading designers. Pieces are stocked to suit all 

moods and occasions – from casual weekends to more formal events. 

To complement different types and ages of women, who all have a niche for fashion, 

owner Sherie’s vision is to deliver quality, affordable labels with plenty of personality. 

Labels from all over the world ensure Craze is always up with the very latest in 

fashion trends. 

172A Williams Street, Kaiapoi • 03 327 2157 

www.crazefashion.co.nz

DISCOVER 

NORTH CANTERBURY 

Only just up the road, North Canterbury has plenty to 

offer. We explore what’s available in this diverse area. 

RANGIORA SHOWCASE JEWELLERS 

North Canterbury owned and operated, Rangiora Showcase Jewellers pride 

themselves on their high level of customer service. 

Whether its for watch and jewellery repairs, or jewellery valuations, the friendly staff 

are there to help. With diamond rings, wedding rings and dress rings, as well as highend 

brands such as Karen Walker, Pandora, Kagi and Coeur De Lion, there’s bound 

to be something to catch your eye. 

103 High Street, Rangiora • 03 313 7510 

BAX & BERG 

Bax & Berg was born through the passion of two local Mums, who wanted to bring an 

edgy, contemporary boutique to Amberley. 

The result is a warm, inviting environment for both women and men to feel comfortable 

and relaxed while shopping and leave feeling amazing. Garments 

have been carefully selected by the owners who have sourced the best labels from 

New Zealand, Australia and Europe. 

2 Pound Street, Amberley • 03 314 7251 

www.baxandberg.co.nz 

PARIS FOR THE WEEKEND 

For their first date, he took her to Paris for the weekend... and now this delightful 

play on words brings us a unique café to North Canterbury. 

In the quaint, original Heritage Railway building in Kaiapoi, sip hot drinks from dainty 

china with a friend, a group, or by yourself. Soak up the Parisian decor, complete with 

exquisite chandeliers. 

Offering brunches, high teas, sharing platters and desserts, the choice is yours. Open 

7 days, there is no excuse not to go to Paris for the weekend. 

57 Charles Street, Kaiapoi • 03 260 011 

www.parisfortheweekend.co.nz

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Crisp mountain air and sign-posted forest 

walks set the scene for a weekend of outdoor 

adventure; while for those with a love of 

shopping and relaxation there is plenty here for 

you, too. Vibrant boutiques sit alongside worldclass 

cafés and restaurants, while the famous 

thermal pools and spa provide an idyllic setting in 

which to unwind and indulge. 

WEEKEND GETAWAY 

Most famous for being a coffee stop between 

Christchurch and Kaikoura, Cheviot is a small 

town with a lot to offer, including a great cuppa! 

In a town where passing traffic was the 

bloodline, the sporadic closure of State Highway 

One along the southern Kaikoura coastline in the 

wake of the 14 November 2016 7.8 earthquake, 

is placing undue pressure on this small coastal 

town. But there is a silver lining, if you are a 

cyclist! Kilometres of beautiful, scenic road are 

open for biking business, with no trucks, limited 

campervans, and very few cars! 

What you will find is loads of magnificent 

scenery, dramatic coastline and a small town 

with a number of cafés to imbibe your favourite 

brew. Lycra accepted. 

From the township itself the cycling tracks 

continue with both on-road and off-road options 

available. For those with a preference to explore 

on foot there are plenty of walking tracks to 

explore in the Cheviot Hills Reserve and from 

the beautiful Gore Bay, only minutes from the 

town. There is also a slice of history to uncover 

with Cheviot boasting three Morris & Co stained 

glass windows in the St John’s Anglican Church.

56 STYLE | travel 

ON OUR 

BACK DOOR 

The Hurunui District possesses a wealth of destinations worthy of consideration when it comes planning your 

next day trip or weekend away. Luci Morris uncovers just some of what is on offer. 

Found only 45 minutes from Christchurch, the 

Hurunui District is home to rugged coastlines, 

sandy beaches, inland alpine villages and lush 

green forests. It is an area of spectacular 

natural beauty. 

Whether you opt to spend several days 

uncovering all that this magical area has to 

offer, based at one of the accommodation 

options, or set out from home for a day trip 

there is plenty to discover and plenty to fall 

in love with – and all of it found at our back 

door. How lucky are we! 

WINERIES & EATERIES 

Heading north on State Highway One there 

is a sprawling offering for foodies and wine 

connoisseurs. Having banded together under 

the slogan ‘the coolest little wine region’ this 

is an area worth a stop (or two) as you set 

out to uncover this magical region. 

Described as Hurunui’s pantry, the Waipara 

Valley boasts a range of authentic food 

producers, foragers and farmers, who offer 

everything from truffles, to bread, olives and 

more. To wash it down, there is a plethora 

of wineries and cellar doors from which 

to choose. Whether you opt for a more 

formal setting at Pegasus Bay, the relaxed 

atmosphere of Waipara Springs or the 

culinary creativity of Black Estate there is a 

destination for every palate. 

For those in the area on a Sunday and 

seeking something a bit different, the Iron 

Ridge Quarry Sculpture Park is worth a look. 

Formally the Amberley Lime Works, it has 

been extensively landscaped with native 

plantings to form a unique exhibition space 

for the steel artworks of Raymond Herber. 

While further north at Greta Valley, Fossil 

Point Café and Gallery is another must-do 

for those with a penchant for art and superb 

home baking. 

ALPINE INDULGENCE 

Hanmer Springs is one of the Hurunui’s most 

popular destinations and offers everything 

from a romantic getaway for two, to 

unforgettable family entertainment.

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54 STYLE | beauty 

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skin, the multi-tasking oil does wonders 

for hair and skin thanks to it being rich 

in vitamin E and fatty acids. 

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latest product from Dermalogica. This 

cooling cream-gel masque energises skin 

and helps to reduce visible signs of stress. 

The mask can be used over makeup to 

give a quick lift, as a mask, or for more 

intense results follow their three-step 

massage technique. The result? Reduced 

appearance of puffiness and dark circles, 

increased skin luminosity, and the eye 

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rosemary, geranium and mint. With 

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at The Mohair Store, themohairstore.co.nz (discount code ‘goat’). 5. Mother’s Day bouquets priced from $45. Mrs Bottomley’s Flowers, Ph 384 3638, 

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52 STYLE | wellbeing 

MAKING THE 

RIGHT CHOICE 

Elly McGuinness looks at some reasons why healthy food choices are overrated. 

The importance of consuming nutrient-dense 

food has been well documented as essential 

to a healthy lifestyle. There is no shortage of 

information on what to eat and when to eat, and 

there are certainly some polarising views on the 

topic, which can make decisions confusing for 

the average consumer. 

I think it’s hugely important to eat a nourishing 

diet, high in essential vitamins and minerals, 

phytonutrients, enzymes, good fats, and all the 

rest! However, there is often an overloaded 

focus on diets or ways of eating with little 

attention given to the reasons why it may be 

difficult for you to make changes. 

I hear a lot of superficial advice around this 

such as “your health will suffer if you don’t” or 

“if you make changes you’ll have more energy”. 

These are well-meaning pieces of advice, but 

they don’t often help a person to take action or 

create sustainable change. 

You are probably aware that foods such as 

vegetables and fruits are crucial to a healthy 

nutrition intake but for some reason or another 

can find it difficult to put your knowledge 

into practice. It’s time to consider your needs 

holistically and start exploring some of the 

things that might be stopping you from making 

healthier nutrition choices. 

1. SLEEP 

If you are not sleeping well it will be highly likely 

that your body will cry out for quick-fix solutions 

to help you feel better in the short term. These 

usually come in the form of highly processed 

carbohydrate/sugar rich foods, caffeine, etc. It is 

very difficult to ask you to change your nutrition 

habits if you are not sleeping well – fix the sleep 

and the nutrition becomes a lot easier to tackle. 

2. STRESS 

This one is closely related to point one because 

it is the reason that many people are unable 

to sleep well. Lack of sleep can increase stress 

and too much stress can result in a lack of 

sleep. Looking at stress reduction techniques 

is essential for many people. Healthy nutrition 

choices can follow. 

3. THOUGHTS 

Sometimes long-held beliefs can hold you back 

from making positive nutrition choices. For 

example, you might have the belief that you 

need to eat all the food on your plate because 

that’s what your mother has told you from 

a very young age. Explore your beliefs and 

subsequent attitude towards food with a holistic 

health coach, neuro-linguistic programming 

(NLP), or emotional freedom technique (EFT) 

practitioner. They can help you work out your 

personal ‘why’ for improving your health, and 

identify the strong emotional drivers to help you 

change. 

4. RELATIONSHIPS 

Identify whether there are people in your life 

who are holding you back. Perhaps your family 

like to order takeout pizza, which is really difficult 

to resist when the delicious aromas waft through 

the house. Or maybe your workplace offers a 

morning tea shout each day, which is full of cakes 

and pastries? In these cases, you may benefit 

from developing strategies to work around these 

situations – ask a professional if you need help. 

Identify if any of the above areas need attention 

for you and first consider addressing the 

one that stands out for you, rather than first 

obsessing over what you ‘should’ be eating.

50 STYLE | spend 

INTENSE NOURISHMENT 

Specially formulated to intensively nourish and 

moisturise dry and dehydrated skin, the powerful 

anti-ageing ingredients of ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine 

Cream Ultra-Rich have shown to reduce the depth of 

wrinkles, improve skin firmness, tone and hydration in 

15 days. lotusskincare.co.nz 

SPEND WITH 

STYLE 

TAME YOUR MANE 

To achieve healthy hair like this you need to 

show it some TLC. No matter what condition 

your hair is in, an expert stylist from Bliss 

Hair will perfect your colour by adding warm 

autumn hues to any shade. 

DANCING QUEEN 

The ball season is upon us! The racks at Park 

Avenue Fashions are laden with stunning gowns, 

many of which are one-offs, to ensure you 

make an entrance. Be the belle of the ball in this 

elegant pink gown. Ph 374 5858 

PURE ESSENTIAL GOODNESS 

You can’t go past premium quality, 100% pure 

and natural essential oils for the best results. 

Look to lavender for relaxation and finally get a 

good night’s sleep. 10ml $10.90; 30ml $19.90. 

Find yours at Marshall’s Health & Natural 

Therapy. Ph 388 5757. 

ENHANCE YOUR 

ATMOSPHERE 

We love the spicy aroma of 

Aesop’s new room spray, Istros. 

With notes of pink pepper, 

lavender and tobacco, add an 

old-world feel to your room 

with this sophisticated scent.

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A powerful colour to wear, red is our 

shade this season. Combine it with 

this seasons staples and add that pop 

of colour to your wardrobe! 

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1. Amber Whitecliffe Dress from Zip Me Up $239.00 

2. Pashmina from Redcurrent $249.00 

3. Fjallraven BackPack from Stencil $139.00 

4. Nineteen/46 Jumper from Collective $199.00 

5. Quay Sunglasses from Andrea Biani $79.00 

6. Primrose Coat from Identity $349.90 

7. Zoey-Nude boots from Andrea Biani $249.90 

8. Didi Jeans from Kimberleys $199.90 

9. Adidas Gazelles from Stencil $140.00 

10. Marimekko Bag and purse from Bolt of Cloth $79.00 & $34.95 

11. Frankie Blouse from Bettie Monroe $199.00 

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Lexi Pencil Skirt $189, by Staple + 

Cloth, available at The Collective, with 

Erica Jumper $449, by Ingrid Starnes 

available at Rouche, with Combat Coat 

$699.99, by Moochi.

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FACING PAGE 

Desmond Skirt $659, by Gestuz with 

Hatum Top $343, by Ingrid Starnes, 

both available at Rouche, with 

Hallucination Coat $840, by Karen 

Walker. 

THIS PAGE 

Paloma Trousers $249, by Ruby with 

Amelie Cowel Neck Top $145.95, by 

Airlie, available at The Collective.

LET’S TAKE 

A WALK 

Wanderer Coat in camel $275, by Lucy Georgina, available at The Collective, with Coen Gown $329, by Ruby. 

WRAP YOURSELF IN THIS SEASON’S DIVINE NEW STYLES, AND 

TAKE A CHIC STROLL THROUGH OUR REDEVELOPING CITY. 

STYLIST VICTORIA TAIT PHOTOGRAPHY CHARLIE JACKSON, CHARLIE ROSE CREATIVE 

MODEL JADE FRANZONI, PORTFOLIO MODELS HAIR FRANCIS KIM, BLISS HAIR SALON 

MAKEUP KATHRYN PEAT, KSSM LOCATION CHRISTCHURCH CENTRAL

Phebe Velvet Pod 

by Olga Berg 

Navy Velvet 

Flares by Carla 

Zampatti 

Blush Velvet 

Isabella Dress 

by Bianca 

Spender 

Navy Velvet Flares 

by Carla Zampatti 

Velvet Slip On With 

Crystal Embroidery by 

Alexander McQueen 

Winona Softcup 

Bra & Briefs 

Oxblood by Lonely 

Escape Wrap 

Dress by Viktoria 

+ Woods 

VELVET 

LUXE 

Embrace the winter season with a touch 

of drama with rich indulgent velvet. 

Double Button 

Velvet Blazer by 

Witchery 

Mirror Block 

Heal Velvet 

Sandal by See 

By Chloe 

Peekaboo Velvet Tote by Fendi 

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43 STYLE | fashion 

FASHION NEWS 

ART ON ART 

New York-based artist Jeff Koons and luxury 

fashion house Louis Vuitton have come together to 

bring us the Masters Collection – a range of leather 

bags featuring iconic works by Leonardo da Vinci, 

Titian, Peter Paul Rubens, Jean-Honoré Fragonard 

and Vincent Van Gogh. Celebrity guests were 

invited to a dinner party in Paris last month, for the 

collection’s unveiling. 

TURNING 30 

Working Style celebrates turning 30 by launching its new 

2017 Autumn/Winter collection. The new range expands 

Working Style’s casual wear while introducing new cuts 

and fabrics to its premium made-to-measure suits. We love 

their range of finely-cut hunting-style jackets. 

Director and Executive Vice President of Louis Vuitton 

Delphine Arnault. 

RUNWAY REPORT: 

CHANEL FALL 2017 

In true Karl Lagerfeld fashion, the 

Chanel Fall 2017 show was more than 

just a catwalk presentation. It was a 

spectacular finale to end the fashion 

shows for the season. The theme was 

all things space – think metallic leather 

belted coats, with matching skirts. 

Metallics were even sewn into signature 

Chanel tweed and the toe-cap boots 

and shoes we all love were given a 

glitter upgrade.

42 STYLE | trends 

STYLE TRENDS 

RETRO REVIVAL 

Retro-inspired interiors and living spaces have made 

a comeback, with bold colours like deep blue, violet 

and green being the hottest shades of 2017. Floral 

prints and a touch of velvet bring a soft, wintry 

warmth to your interior. Embrace this 60s/70s trend 

and give your home a pop of colour this season. 

GET THE LOOK 

Bolt of Cloth 

www.boltofcloth.com 

Taupe Wool/Alpaca Cushion Cover $85 . Ojakellukka Cushion Cover $56.95 . Deep Red Wool/Alpaca Cushion Cover $85 

Tush Cush Seat Pad In Mustard $59.99 . Midnight Blue Velvet Cushion Cover $75 . Ohau Round Side Table $449 

Pikkukellukka Mug $29.99 . Saapaivakirja Plate $34.99 . Ming Glass In White $275 . Bonfire Floor Lamp Base In Bamboo $149.99 

Brewick Linen Lined Large Drum $270 . Ojakellukka Fabric (seen in frame) $83 per metre

Enriching the way people live, work and play 

through architecture and interior design. 

Now located at 825 Colombo St. 

+64 3 366 5445 

825 Colombo St 

design@dalman.co.nz 

dalman.co.nz 

CHC | AKL

40 STYLE | arts rebuild 

WHAT CAN A 

BUILDING BE? 

Four walls and a roof are just the starting point. 

WORDS RICHARD DALMAN 

What is a building? What can it be? Bits of concrete, 

steel, timber, glass? Some or all of these of course, 

but buildings can be and should be more, much 

more. 

They can be functional places to do business, 

to live in, for recreation and cultural events, or for 

meetings and worship. 

Buildings can provide places for people to come 

together to celebrate, and they can help unite a 

community. Think of the QEII Stadium in 1974 for 

the Commonwealth Games, the Christchurch Town 

Hall for the last concert you attended, your local 

corner pub or the Transitional Cathedral discussed in 

my last article. 

Buildings can not only keep us warm or cool and 

the rain off our heads, they can keep us secure, 

surprise and delight us, have meaning and soul, and 

become an important part of our everyday lives. 

When the new Salvation Army building was 

opened on the corner of Colombo and Salisbury 

streets, the congregation were asked to write one 

word that summed up how they felt about their 

building. These words have been grouped together 

and can be seen on this page. 

As the architects for the building, we are particularly 

proud of the words “home”, “family” and “sanctuary”. 

The Salvation Army have had a long journey from 

their Durham Street Citadel to their new Colombo 

Street premises, with many temporary locations 

between. 

Upon entering the new building, what you don’t 

see is the cross of Jesus in plan, but what you do 

experience on the main circulation route is the long 

axis of the cross, with most of the spaces radiating 

off this. These spaces include the worship hall, which 

sits on the street corner so is most visible. 

The concrete fins to Colombo Street represent 

the Salvation Army’s eleven Articles of Faith which 

form their core beliefs. It is through these fins that 

they see out to the community during worship. 

Because the Salvation Army is very much 

connected to the community, the two wings either 

side of the worship hall are fully glazed with columns 

that create a front porch to each of the two main 

streets. These say, “welcome, come in”. This building 

can be and is open to the community, welcoming all 

people in. 

So while this building is made of concrete, steel, 

wood and glass, it is more than this. It is already a 

place of worship and a local community hub, and 

time will tell what other roles the building will have 

and what meaning it will create in people’s lives.


EXTERNAL AFFAIRS 

with Tim Goom 

Savvy Use of 

Side Spaces 

Many homes are situated on properties in ways which 

create awkward areas. A common example is older 

homes which are often positioned towards the front 

with the outdoor entertaining area or lawn at the back 

and narrow spaces down the sides of the house. 

TM 

Outdoor Lifespace 

by Goom 

0800 GOOM LS 

goomlandscapes.co.nz 

CHRISTCHURCH AUCKLAND WANAKA 

Outdoor is for living, and we have been creating beautiful, 

unique, award-winning outdoor environments for discerning 

people for well over 30 years. 

We call them Lifespaces TM . 

It’s a place where you live best in, 

providing for your individuality. 

A Lifespace TM you are proud of. 

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38 STYLE | landscaping 

GREEN 

ON THE GREEN 

Craig Wilson takes a look at trends from the 

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. 

The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show stands out 

as the ‘must see’ southern hemisphere landscape event, and over 

the years famous Australian designers have ‘wowed’ the crowds with 

cutting-edge, high-budget, show-stopping displays. The recent 2017 

show was no exception, with an impressive line-up of showpiece 

gardens, and over 100,000 punters delighting in what they saw. 

With Melbourne and Christchurch sharing a love of all things 

gardening and a somewhat comparable climate, it’s worth looking at 

the key design trends of the show to see what we can import and 

apply to our Canterbury gardens. 

After taking front and centre for a few years, flowers took a back 

seat, and the dominant theme was lush, thick foliage. Green on the 

green was the order of the day – only to be broken by spiky texture 

and grey leafy accents, think succulents, yuccas and aloes. Australian 

natives sat beside the expected laurels, glossy citrus and figs. Dense 

ground covers were generously employed to ensure a plant rich, 

layered effect right from the ground up. 

The best of the show gardens boasted extensive hardscape 

elements and were beautifully executed with a high level of 

craftsmanship. Locally quarried Bluestone was the material of choice 

and cleverly used in complex mixed paving patterns – with hardly a 

regular grid pattern in site. Concrete featured as a key material, and 

‘off the form’ finishes added a layer of detail and texture to vertical 

planters and walls. 

The smaller boutique gardens showed what could be achieved with 

a limited area and were not to be missed. Finer details were evident 

with rustic weathered decking, red brick, rocks and water features 

creating spaces that drew you in to linger. Frog and insect habitat were 

provided in Emmaline Bowman’s winning entry. 

The best in show went to Phillip Withers for his ‘I See Wild’ display. 

This featured a naturalistic aesthetic with curved lines creating a 

relaxed feel. The message here was to connect with nature in our 

increasingly urbanised lifestyles. A cleverly sunken Cor-Ten steel 

firepit was the undoubted focal point with informal wooden log seats 

completing the feel. 

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“VALUES are 

like fingerprints. 

Nobody’s are the 

same, but you leave 

them over everything 

you do” 

ELVIS PRESLEY 

Being part of a large multi-national company is a huge responsibility at times. 

If you feel detached, you can easily get lost due to the sheer size of a big business. 

If the parent company provides a sense of vision and a set of values, however, the 

connection becomes both easier and more authentic. 

We find ourselves in this space as a local business. 

We’ve distilled our parent company’s beliefs to include our own 

vision and set of guiding values, and although they mirror those 

of a large brand, we’ve adjusted them so they reflect our own 

unique nuances. I know, in fact I can almost hear the yawns now. 

It’s so easy to be cynical about a vision or a company mission 

statement or any of the many seemingly ‘new age’ taglines that 

sit around business, but when it’s real, it feels right. 

And, so it is with us. It’s taken a really long time to consolidate a 

vision that incorporates our desire to be 

the best realtors in New Zealand; adding value (tangible and 

intangible) to our clients and to the lives of the 

people who make up our team. (Thank you so much, Gilbert 

Enoka.) 

Not just their working lives, but the lives they envisaged 

achieving when they joined us, with all those associated dreams 

and hopes. 

Business is not easy and it doesn’t get easier with the years, but 

every day I get up on a mission to do my best. I’d rather 

race to any given finish line than crawl to the start, and 

knowing we’ve got a reason and a vision as a company 

to propel us forward makes it all the 

more special. 

What’s your vision? 

What do you stand for? 

I know the answers to these questions and, to anyone in 

business, so should you. 

Lynette McFadden 

Harcourts Gold Business Owner 

Harcourts NZ Inspirational Women Ambassodor 

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36 STYLE | arts 

THE VOICE OF OUR 

COUNTRY 

Anne Hudson takes a look at a highly talented New Zealand painter whose 

artwork highlights the connection between birds, the environment and our existence. 

Nicolas Dillon is celebrated as New Zealand’s finest wildlife painter 

and an examination of his beautiful work substantiates that status. His 

subjects are meticulously rendered with great accuracy. However, his 

paintings are not scientific illustrations of a species but belong to the 

realm of fine art. 

Wildlife has been represented in painting for millennia, but 

the fashion of fine-art wildlife painting became a genre in itself in 

western European art in the 18th century. John James Audubon was 

responsible for the elevation of this subject, particularly that of birds, 

in the early 18th century. The bird was painted within its habitat, 

displaying not only the detail of its form, but also its environment, 

its habits and prey. Another historic painter with whom Dillon is 

identified is the Swedish painter Liljefors, who pioneered the idea of 

wildlife art painting with the subject as a living creature in its 

own world. 

Dillon was born in New Zealand and brought up in rural 

Marlborough. He remembers a childhood encounter with a shining 

cuckoo that flew into a window of his home. That visceral moment 

triggered a lifetime fascination with the beauty and life force of birds. 

The family owned an early edition of Buller’s Birds of New Zealand, 

which reinforced this interest. As a teen he enjoyed the work of 

Raymond Ching and the Swedish wildlife artist Lars Jonsson, but over 

the course of his life many genres have influenced him. 

Dillon works in the wild, observing birds through a scope, making 

detailed drawings and paintings of his subject from direct observation. 

Working in this way creates a direct connection for him with the 

“intangible, ineffable aspects of nature, of this world in which 

we exist”. 

Dillon has a special interest in birds, not so much their ability to 

convey symbolism, but rather their beauty. He feels they hold the soul 

of the environment. Without departing from biological accuracy he 

demonstrates the detail and colour of the plumage, the graceful form 

of a wing, the knowing gaze, the shape and intent of a beak or claw, 

the nests and predators, and their dynamic life in the air and water. 

His study of the bird makes us aware of these beautiful creatures and 

their adaptive links to the environment. 

Dillon says birds are the voice of our country. New Zealanders 

identify with birds and their call, associating them with a sense of 

‘place’. His paintings place the subject in their own habitat, and rather 

like a Monet painting, we are made to feel the atmosphere around 

the subject; we feel the breath of air, the warmth and vibration of that 

living thing in the environment. Whether it is Mackenzie Country fog, 

a rocky schist outcrop, wetland grasses or a matagouri branch, we can 

feel the chill, the wind over the water, or the dampness underfoot, 

creating for us an intimate relationship where natural realism meets 

our imagination. 

A painting can add a depth of knowledge and understanding of a 

subject that eludes a photograph. As viewers of Dillon’s work we are 

given an almost spiritual insight into the life of birds. Dillon acts an 

intermediary, drawing us into a magical encounter with nature. 

Dillon lives and paints in Blenheim where he and his family feel a 

close connection to the land and the community. His work is available 

in leading art galleries and is shown at the annual event, Art in a 

Garden, in Flaxmere, Hawarden. The quality of his work in this genre 

is unsurpassed in New Zealand, and the addition of a Dillon piece to 

any art collection, especially one of wildlife, is highly recommended. 

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TIPS FOR WINTER 

WARMTH 

With winter fast approaching we asked Keith Foster, owner 

and managing director of Aquapro Plumbing, to share his 

insight into home heating 

What are the main trends you are seeing in homes these days? 

People are more aware of their eco footprints and are looking at 

more ways to make their home more efficient, self-sustaining and 

environmentally friendly. We get a lot of requests for solar panels and 

efficient central heating plans. 

A growing trend in new builds is the installation of home sprinkler 

systems. Typically something seen in a commercial property, home 

owners are now looking to go that one step further to protect their 

home and family from fire. 

Christchurch does have some pretty cold winters, what would you 

recommend when it comes to choosing a heating system? 

With new builds I would definitely recommend underfloor heating by 

using an air-to-water heat pump. It produces a radiant heat that is evenly 

distributed throughout the house and is great for buildings with high 

ceilings. The system can also be plumbed to heat your towel rails and 

radiators throughout the home, ideal for those who are also looking to 

renovate. 

What if you still can’t give up your fire, is there anything you would 

recommend? 

If you are able to have a fire, then look at getting it to heat your water 

and installing a radiator system throughout your house, which will make 

your home more self-sufficient in winter. However, if you are over 

the mess with a fire, installing a gas fire with a heat ducting system will 

ensure you don’t lose the heat up the flu and will transfer the heat 

through vents into other parts of your home. 

What are some other tips you would give? 

Make sure your house is insulated correctly to ensure you get the best 

out of your heating options. Make sure your hot water cylinders are 

insulation wrapped. 

And if you are looking at building make sure you have a qualified 

plumber to help with your hydronic central heating plan to get it right 

the first time, as making changes into a build can be very costly. 

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GAS FIRE 

PELLET FIRE 

WOOD BURNERS 

When used properly, wood burners are a great 

and economical option, especially if you have 

access to free or cheap firewood. You do, 

however, need to ensure your fire is clean-air 

approved, especially in Canterbury. When buying 

a wood fire, consider efficiency rating, clean burn, 

emission levels and size. 

PELLET BURNERS 

Pellet fires have come a long way in recent years 

and most are now available as free-standing or 

inbuilt, offering a wider variety when it comes to 

selecting the right look for your space. 

There are many benefits to a pellet burner as 

they offer all the warmth and luxury of a flame 

without the hassle of cutting, carrying and storing 

firewood. Made from sawmill waste, the pellets 

are carbon-neutral and burn cleanly. 

One of the biggest limitations is the initial cost, 

with the price of buying and installing a pellet 

burner greater than that of a conventional wood 

burner. The burner also relies on electricity so 

won’t work during a power cut. 

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Designed to not only be practical and 

functional but to enhance the décor of 

your home, there is a home-heating 

option for every home, and everyone. 

GAS FIRES 

Providing fast, convenient and easily regulated 

heat, gas can bring a moderate-size room to 

a warm, comfortable temperature in about 

10-15 minutes. Glass-fronted gas fireplaces are 

significantly more efficient than open-fronted 

ones, and as gas fires are cleaner than woodburning 

fires they are favoured in clean-air 

areas, making this a popular heating option in 

Christchurch. 

Like other heating options, most modern gas 

fires have a timer facility. 

HEAT PUMPS 

Heat pumps come in a variety of options: highwall, 

floor consoles, slimline, quiet ... the list goes 

on, ensuring there is a design, size and placement 

to suit your needs. 

Be smart about your energy use and ensure you 

have the right size heat pump for your space. If 

you pick one that is too small, it will have to work 

hard all the time, and will use more power than 

necessary. A unit that is the right size should heat 

your space in 5-15 minutes. 

DUCTED AIR CONDITIONING 

Ducted air conditioning systems work exactly the 

same way as a high-wall heat pump, in that there 

is an SCANDINAVIAN 

indoor unit and an outdoor unit, and by 

passing a refrigerant between them they transfer 

heat (or cooling) into a room. 

Unlike the high-wall system, where the indoor 

unit is visible, the ducted indoor unit is hidden 

away in the ceiling space and uses flexible ducts to 

pass the heat from room to room through vents 

in the ceiling, wall or floor. 

CENTRAL HEATING 

Growing in popularity in New Zealand, warmwater 

central heating is the even distribution of 

heat throughout the home from a central point 

or heat source. Warm water is distributed via a 

network of pipes connected to radiators in each 

room, or looped under the floor for underfloor 

heating. Releasing a gentle heat, no water is actually 

consumed, ensuring this is the ultimate in efficiency. 

HEAT RECOVERY SYSTEM 

Home heating isn’t just about keeping the house 

warm; it’s also about maintaining a healthy home. 

In the summer months we are able to throw 

open the windows to air the house, an option not 

available in cooler weather, meaning condensation 

is often an unhealthy side effect of winter. The 

installation of an effective heat-recovery or 

ventilation system can help solve this problem, 

thereby working towards creating a warmer, drier 

and, above all, healthier living environment. 

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When it comes to home heating, ‘bang for your buck’ is essential 

and part of this is ensuring your home is adequately insulated. 

Did you know that a 2% gap in insulation can result in a 20% heat 

loss? This can make a huge difference to the comfort of your 

home. 

Insulation works by slowing heat loss from your home, 

enclosing it in a thermal envelope. This is why around 40% of 

heat is lost through the ceiling in the average uninsulated home. 

In addition to insulation, simple measures, such as using thermal 

curtains and sealing gaps and cracks, will eliminate draughts 

and prevent warm air escaping where it shouldn’t. It also pays 

to remember that heating a room to a moderate constant 

temperature is much more efficient than a fluctuating heat. 

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STYLE TRENDS 

Lesley Storm from Edward Gibbon talks to Style about options that 

will change your way of thinking about heated towel rails. 

Q. What can you tell us about the Porton Series? 

A. The Porton Series is quite unique. This luxurious hinged ladder rail 

pivots away from the wall to also create a drying rack when required. 

Ideal for minimalist décor, and available in two sizes. 

Q. Can ladder rails be wired for 12v and do they provide the same 

heat as mains powered? 

A. Yes, many of our ladder rail range are made for low voltage and 

they produce the same heat output as a mains-powered rail. 

Q. Can you get a custom-made rail and how do I go about that? 

A. We can arrange for the manufacture of custom towel rails. Either 

the customer or architect can submit a drawing and we can then 

source a quote. 

Q. How much does it cost to run a towel rail per year? (Any brand) 

A. Based on a conservative estimate of $1.50 per watt, per year, a 

100watt towel rail would cost approximately $150 per year to run if 

left on constantly. These towel rails are supplied with an Ecotimer as 

standard. If the timer is used to run the towel rail for only eight hours 

out of 24, the saving per annum would be approximately $100. 

Q. Can towel rails be installed above a bath or basin? 

A. No, is the safe answer for almost all heated towel rails that are 

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I’m not sure we would go 

back to an older house. 

“What we have is pretty 

perfect and I am still 

working on cluttering up 

this house with all my bits. 

– Heather Guthrie 

Coupled with a quantity surveyor engaged 

prior to construction to ensure that everyone 

is aware of the financial implications from 

the outset, no stone is left unturned in Gregg 

Builders’ quest for homeowner satisfaction. 

“We don’t hand over the keys until we are 

100% happy with the finished product,” 

shares Craig, “and we always aim for this to 

be on time, or ahead of schedule.” 

As a self-described collector, Heather is 

enjoying the freedom of a new home, with 

plenty of wall space on which to display her 

eclectic array of art, rugs and furnishings. 

“I’m not sure we would go back to an older 

house,” she concludes. “What we have 

is pretty perfect and I am still working on 

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With a river boundary, stately garden and 

picturesque setting for the grandchildren 

to play in, Heather and Brian Guthrie knew 

that they wanted to continue to call their 

magical property home – despite their house 

left broken and damaged in the wake of the 

earthquakes. 

Having worked with Colin Gregg and 

Craig Wilson of Gregg Builders on another 

project they were delighted to have them on 

site within days of the February earthquake 

waterproofing their home and making it safe 

for occupation. “The house was essentially 

wrapped in polystyrene sheets and we then 

lived in it like that for five years!” shares 

Heather. 

“We knew when the time came, Gregg 

Builders would be who we called on.” 

Unlike others in their street the Guthries 

were unable to simply knock down and 

rebuild, as their hundred-year-old-plus home 

was a registered heritage building. 

Highly regarded for his work with heritage 

structures, William Fulton of Fulton Ross 

Team Architects was introduced to the 

Guthries by the Christchurch City Council 

Heritage Team, and worked with them to try 

and find a solution. 

“The Heritage Team really wanted to 

save the home,” explains Heather, “but 

unfortunately it just wasn’t feasible. After 

many long discussions around our options, 

William asked if he could do a quick sketch 

for a new home and we loved it. Brian 

wanted lots of glass and sunshine and that’s 

what we got.” 

The modern, two-storey, glass-filled design 

is a far cry from the original Hurst Seager 

dark wooden structure that stood before, 

but is one that subtly and beautifully pays 

homage to what stood before. Tall, bevellededge 

skirtings, window seats and a coved 

ceiling in the kitchen/living/dining all bring 

character to the home, while a sense of ‘old 

world’ is effortlessly achieved through the 

addition of American walnut floors and a 

simple colour palette. 

With century-old camellias and 

rhododendrons in the surrounding garden 

it was important these were retained 

throughout the demolition and rebuild 

process. “It was a challenge, at times, to work 

around the restraints of the site,” shares Craig 

Wilson of Gregg Builders, “but we relish a 

challenge and it was a great thing to have 

done. It really enhances the end product.” 

Shifting the house slightly on the section 

to capture the sun and create privacy from 

neighbours, the home is 68sqm larger than 

what stood before and offers a more efficient 

floor plan, perfectly suited to modern living. 

What is most evident is that despite the 

modern fittings and finishings there is a sense 

of cosiness, often left wanting in a new home. 

An achievement most evident in the library 

and piano room, which both play on the 

intimacy and elegance of the previous home. 

Gregg Builders recognise that building can 

be an overwhelming experience and strive 

to make it as straightforward as possible. 

Craig puts the success of their builds down 

to having short achievable steps that enable 

clients to keep on top of the numerous 

decision they need to make, without feeling 

overwhelmed. 

For Heather and Brian it was this process 

that set Gregg Builders apart. “They kept 

us on our toes,” laughs Heather. “Every site 

meeting I would leave with a to-do list as 

they sent me off to make decisions around 

things like light fittings, fabrics, flooring and so 

forth. There was lots of communication right 

throughout, it was amazing.” 

Sticking to the construction programme 

was also something that the Guthries 

appreciated. As well as the fortnightly site 

meetings, Gregg Builders implemented a 

scheduling system ensuring full inspections 

were regularly carried out by independent 

schedulers to ensure the project timeframe 

was being adhered to. “It is something we do 

with every build,” explains Craig. 

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Faced with a rebuild in the wake of the Canterbury earthquakes, these homeowners 

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WORDS LUCI MORRIS

Remember Mum this Mother’s Day 

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7PRINCESS DIANA 

Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997). The People’s Princess used 

her maternal instincts and royal status to work with charities that 

supported children’s hospitals and to raise awareness and combat 

landmines, which were a significant problem in the ’90s. 

Tragically dying in 1997, she left behind two sons – Prince 

William, 15, and Prince Henry, 12. 

Prince William has become a royal patron of the charity Child 

Bereavement UK. Speaking of Mother’s Day, he said: “I, too, have 

felt and still feel the emptiness on such a day as Mother’s Day.” 

Diana’s legacy remains one of humanitarianism. 

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December 1880. 

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WARIS DIRIE 

In 1970, when she was five years old, Waris Dirie was a victim 

of female genital mutilation in her home of Somalia. At 13, her 

parents arranged for her to marry a man in his sixties. 

To escape this life, Waris ran away to London. Working 

as a maid and for McDonald’s, she was discovered by a 

photographer and became a successful model. Waris even 

appeared in the 1987 James Bond film The Living Daylights. 

In 1997, Waris retired from modelling to work as a UN 

Special Ambassador. Having founded the organisation Desert 

Flower, she devotes her time to combating female genital 

mutilation around the world. 

As the mother of four children, she told Harper’s Bazaar 

that female genital mutilation isn’t just a women’s issue: “Every 

education begins with Mama. We have to rethink what we 

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J. K. ROWLING 

Joanne “J. K.” Rowling, now a famous writer and multimillionaire, 

wrote the first four Harry Potter books as a single 

mother, while receiving state benefits to get by. 

Today, J. K. is the president of Gingerbread, an organisation 

that works with single parents and their children find 

resources and programmes to help them succeed. “I am 

prouder of my years as a single mother than of any other part 

of my life,” J. K. said. 

For Mother’s Day 2016, she tweeted: “Today’s Mother’s Day 

in the UK. If your mum isn’t here to treat, do something nice 

for yourself because she’s part of you. Take a hug, too.” 

QUEEN VICTORIA 

Alexandrina Victoria (1819-1901) was Queen of the United 

Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. 

Victoria married her first cousin, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg 

and Gotha, in 1840. They had nine children together. Each child 

was married into royal and noble families across the continent, 

earning her the sobriquet “the grandmother of Europe”. 

1. Victoria Adelaide Mary, Princess Royal (1840-1901) married 

Frederick III of Germany (1831-1888). 

2. Albert Edward, King of England as Edward VII (1841-1910) 

married Princess Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925). 

3. Alice Maud Mary (1843-1878) married Louis IV, Grand Duke 

of Hesse (1837-1892). 

4. Alfred Ernest Albert, Duke of Edinburgh and of Saxe-Coburg 

and Gotha (1844-1900) married Marie Alexandrovna, Grand 

Duchess, Russia (1853-1920). 

5. Helena Augusta Victoria (1846-1923) married Prince Christian 

of Schleswig-Holstein (1831-1917). 

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6. Louise Caroline Alberta (1848-1939) married John Campbell, 

Duke of Argyll, Marquis of Lorne (1845-1914). 

7. Arthur William Patrick, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn 

(1850-1942) married Duchess Louise Margaret of Prussia 

(1860-1917). 

8. Leopold George Duncan, Duke of Albany (1853-1884) 

married Princess Helena Frederica of Waldeck and Pyrmont 

(1861-1922). 

9. Beatrice Mary Victoria (1857-1944) married Prince Henry of 

Battenberg (1858-1896) 

Victoria’s legacy was so great that she had 42 grandchildren, 

34 of whom survived to adulthood. Their descendants include 

Elizabeth II; Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh; Harald V of Norway; 

Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden; Margrethe II of Denmark; and Felipe 

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[Anna Jarvis] advocated boycotts of 

Mother’s Day and tried to sue companies 

that were commercialising the holiday. 

2ANN JARVIS 

Ann Jarvis (1832-1905) was the mother who inspired Mother’s 

Day, due to her daughter wanting to recognise the achievements 

of her life. 

As was the way for many poor women of the time, only four 

of Ann’s 13 babies children survived. Because of this, Ann wanted 

to help other mothers and organised Mother’s Day Work Clubs 

in West Virginia. These organisations helped to provide medical 

care, raise money for medicines, and improve sanitary conditions 

for poor mothers. 

After Ann’s death, daughter Anna Jarvis continued her mother’s 

work by writing letters and giving speeches in support of 

Mother’s Day. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson designated 

Mother’s Day a national holiday. 

Anna never became a mother herself, and she became 

horrified by how flower, chocolate, and greeting-card companies 

exploited Mother’s Day for their own financial gain. She 

advocated boycotts of Mother’s Day and tried to sue companies 

that were commercialising the holiday. 

3IRENA SENDLER 

Irena Sendler (1910-2008) worked for the Warsaw Social 

Welfare Department and was responsible for saving the lives of 

almost 2500 Jewish children, smuggling them out of the Warsaw 

Ghetto during the Holocaust. 

Using the code name ‘Jolanta’, Irena gave the children false 

identification documents, established temporary (non-Jewish) 

identities for them, and placed them in convents, orphanages, and 

Christian homes. 

Arrested by the Nazis, tortured and sentenced to execution 

(which she avoided thanks to the Zegota bribing a guard), Irena 

never gave up information about the whereabouts of the children 

or the inner workings of her smuggling operation. 

A mother of three herself, Irena received Poland’s Order of the 

White Eagle in 2003. 

They smuggled out babies in ambulances 

and trams, some wrapped in packages. 

The names of hundreds of children she saved 

were known because Mrs Sendler kept a list 

buried in a jar under an apple tree.

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MOTHERS 

TO ADMIRE 

1 

In honour of Mother’s Day, we look at eight famous 

mothers and their achievements. 

WORDS VICTORIA TAIT 

ANGELIA JOLIE 

Actress Angelina Jolie has become as well-known for her 

charity work as she is for her Oscars. Through her celebrity 

status, she actively supports human rights movements. 

Angelina first became involved with humanitarian work for 

refugees and people displaced by conflict in 2000, when she 

was filming Lara Croft: Tomb Raider in Cambodia. It was there 

she adopted her first son, Maddox, two years later. 

In addition to three biological children with now exhusband, 

Brad Pitt, Angelina has two more adopted children, 

from Ethiopia and Vietnam. Brad Pitt told The Wall Street 

Journal that when she has a day off “the first thing she does is 

get up and take the kids out”. 

“This is the most important ‘to do’ of the day. No matter 

how tired she might be, she plans outings for each and all.” 

Angelina has travelled to more than 30 countries in her role 

as a UN Goodwill Ambassador.

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INSIDE WORD 

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The nationwide trail will occur through the month 

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Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar owners Sam and Sally 

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Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to 

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I always find the month of May is a settled time of year. The rush of school 

holidays has finished and there is a lull before the harsh winter months take 

hold. Enjoy the last month of autumn – take some time out, cosy up and enjoy 

what we have on offer in this issue. 

On page 15, we celebrate Mother’s Day by taking a journey back through 

history. We look at mothers we admire, from J. K. Rowling to Kate Sheppard, 

all of whom have shown that you can defy the odds and achieve greatness 

when you put your mind to it. 

With the cooler weather arriving, we have endless tips on how to prepare 

your surroundings. Get inspiration from our mood board that embraces 

winter warmth by showcasing merino knits and lush interiors. Our living 

feature explores alternative ways to heat your home and create a peaceful 

environment. For interior inspiration, turn to our house feature on page 22 and 

see how the old and new worlds have been combined in a rebuilt Fendalton 

home. 

With duck-hunting season opening on the first weekend of May, we are 

rejoicing in North Canterbury. Luci Morris takes some time out to explore 

the region and finds some surprising treasures just a 30-minute drive from 

Christchurch. Our food news section previews a scrumptious duck recipe from 

King Of Snake and, if you are lucky enough to be invited to a shoot this season, 

we suggest schooling up on your etiquette on page 80. 

When it comes to fashion – as always – we have you covered. This month's 

fashion editorial highlights the season’s best ensembles, with a backdrop of 

Christchurch city. Prepare for you winter blues to be blown away. 

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Christchurch Star Company Ltd or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy 

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Lifetime. Hailing from a 26-year career in banking, 

during which she was the first female bank manager 

for National Bank, she is now a specialist mortgage 

adviser. Learn how to pay off your mortgage 

quicker on page 60. 

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There’s plenty of food, fashion and fun on offer at 

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Five Of The Most Influential Mothers 

20 MOOD BOARD 

22 HOUSE FEATURE 

A 100-year-old Home Gets A Modern 

Makeover 

28 LUXE LIVING 

31 LIVING 

All You Need To Know About Heating 

36 ARTS 

Wildlife Painter Nicolas Dillon 

38 LANDSCAPING 

40 REBUILD 

43 FASHION NEWS 

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Embrace Luxurious Velvet 

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Explore New Season’s Trends In The Heart Of 

Christchurch 

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Making The Right Choices 

54 BEAUTY 

56 TRAVEL 

Discovering North Canterbury 

60 FINANCE 

Pay Off Your Mortgage Quicker 

61 MOTORING 

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66 FOOD NEWS 

Jasmine Tea Smoked Duck Leg Recipe 

72 SEE BE SEEN 

80 ETIQUETTE 

How To Behave On A Shoot 

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