Style: November 02, 2018

NOVEMBER 2018 

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Join us to celebrate the official opening of our new clubhouse - 

featuring sports bar, dance floor, traditional stone pizza oven and 

work shop - and then take a tour of our village and show homes. 

Grand Opening 

Sunday 4th November, 11am - 2pm 

( Enjoy live music, a complimentary drink, homemade pizza and a village tour )

Alpine View Lifestyle Village… 

not just an ordinary retirement village! 

Carmel Courtney performing at Alpine View. 

Circotica performing at Alpine View. 

Open to view, 7 days a week 10am - 4pm 

448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri, Christchurch 

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When my husband called me “skinny-fat”, I was shocked. 

When he went on to say, “Kate’s the most unfit person I 

know,” I was… taken aback (putting it mildly). 

This rude awakening didn’t have an immediate effect (bar the 

indignant retorts and steely glares), but the cogs started turning. 

Sure, I know a day spent pretty much stationary, sat at a desk 

working tirelessly at the computer screen, is in no way a healthy 

existence. My lunchtime walks had become a distant memory. 

Weekends were always slightly more active, spurred on by the 

existence of two young children. However, with carrying the fiveyear-old 

the only heavy lifting I was doing, fitness certainly wasn’t a 

fixture of my daily routine. 

I tried out a kickboxing class. I felt uncoordinated. I didn’t go 

back. 

Eventually, I rustled up the courage to try 9Round. And, I hate 

to say it, truly I do, but adding a workout to the day has had a 

huge impact on my life. I have resisted the urge to become ‘that 

person’ on social media, but when those endorphins get going, 

you do feel invincible. 

The naysayers don’t believe I will keep it up; that this fitness fad 

will burn out. Well, I’ve been going three times a week for two 

months so far... how’s that for skinny-fat? 

Kate Preece 

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12 STYLE | contributors 

Our Style people 

Wendy Megget was led to a study of health 

and happiness by chronic illness. Now she writes 

to help people connect – with themselves, others 

and the earth – through truth, simplicity and 

humour. Her work can be found in various NZ 

publications, including Kiwi Gardener magazine, and 

Wendy has also published a book about bullying. 

She shows us how to create a garden to support 

everyday mindfulness on page 46. 

Gillian Vine missed a train in Oamaru 

when she was 15, chiefly because she was nosy 

and wanted to look around the town. She has 

been poking around ever since in New Zealand 

and overseas, writing about her travels. A 

prize-winning journalist/photographer, based in 

Dunedin, she specialises in gardening, travel and 

general features. Having recently made her first 

visit to Vietnam, she fell in love and can’t wait to 

return. Read her travel tale on page 86. 

Zoe Williams gets invited to the hottest 

events in town. When you next bump into her 

in Christchurch, make sure your lippy is fresh or 

your tie is straight as it’s her job to fill our See 

Be Seen pages – as well as maintain Style’s online 

presence. This month, Zoe also found herself 

stretched to the limit at a local fitness studio 

(page 21). When not at the barre, Zoe enjoys 

venturing south, with her family and partner, to 

take on the ski fields each winter. 

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Travel shows - But not as you know 

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making us sit up and notice the roads 

less followed. 

Smokefree - Queenstown’s Five Mile 

retail centre has become the first largescale 

development in Southland, Otago 

and Central Otago to ban the butts. 

Universo - Under new ownership, 

good things are being served at the 

Christchurch Art Gallery restaurant. 

Hawker & Roll - Coming to 

Christchurch! Keep a close eye on 

79 Cashel Street this month. 

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INSIDE WORD 

INDULGE 

If you want a sweet fix, an organic and fairtrade 

Bennetto block will satisfy your cravings. In a guilt-free 

30g range, new flavours have recently been released. 

These 60% cocoa Ecuadorian chocolate minis, made 

in Switzerland, now boast lashings of either toasted 

coconut flakes, milled Peruvian coffee beans, or organic 

freeze-dried raspberry pieces. bennetto.co.nz 

Hoop Group, the team behind Sister Kong and Bang 

Bang, are adding a new pop-up to The Colombo from 

November 1. Frank & Furt hot doggery will be serving 

up ‘haute dogs’ in a brioche bun stuffed with specialty 

meat from local butchers. We’ll have ours with rocket, 

feta and sun-dried tomatoes thanks. 

EXPERIENCE 

With this year’s South Island Wine & Food Festival 

comes the opportunity to take ‘eating local’ to a new 

level. The well-known Giulio Sturla (of Roots fame) is 

providing a three-course micro-degustation ‘forager 

package’. Expect the unexpected, with South Island 

varietals to complement each course and experts sharing 

their knowledge as you digest. 

How well do you know the honeybee? At Frankton’s 

Buzzstop (Hansen Road) you can connect with all 

manner of honey-related aspects – from donning 

a beesuit to spinning honey and making your own 

beeswax wraps. The observation hive will make you 

appreciate the honey-inspired café menu all the more.

16 STYLE | inside word 

INSIDE WORD 

FIND 

If eco-timber is your buzz word, you’ll be itching to see 

how the six-million-dollar development in Cardrona 

takes shape. Abodo Wood and Arrowtown-based 

Assembly Architects are set to build a 102-squaremetre 

showhome and seven stand-alone visitor 

accommodation chalets, all to show off local alternatives 

for imported old-growth cedar, like ‘baked’ radiata pine. 

The latest fitness craze to land in New Zealand is 

Orangetheory Fitness. Its hour-long full-body workouts 

focus on training endurance, strength and power with 

heart-rate monitors that provide real-time results and 

ensure you have at least 12 minutes of high-intensity 

training every session. Opening soon at 86 Moorhouse 

Avenue, Christchurch. 

SHOP 

Looking to push the culinary boat out? The revamped 

FreshChoice Merivale has new features that are bound 

to impress your dinner guests. Whether it’s something 

from the fine wine room complete with a vintage 

Penfolds collection (coming soon!), or meat from the 

purpose-built drying chamber, gourmands are salivating. 

(Style hint: if you want your name on a slab of meat 

in the temperature-controlled room, get in quick – a 

waiting list is imminent.) 

When next at the Christchurch International Airport, 

indulge in some retail therapy (i.e. spend $50) to receive 

one of three collectable tote bags. Sporting exclusive 

designs by graffiti artist Wongi Wilson, it’s a Christchurch 

souvenir in itself – oh, and one less plastic bag, of course. 

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there are more than 30 

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9Round | ANZ | ASB ATM | BNZ | Caci Clinic | Coffee Culture | Corianders 

Couplands | Fascino Shoes | Hachi Hachi | Harcourts | Helloworld | Hell Pizza 

Highgate Hair | Industria | Lazeez Mediterranean | The Nail Bar | Noel Leeming 

Pita Pita | Plus Fitness | Postie | Ray White | Robert Harris | Rolleston Bakery 

Rolleston Central Health | Rolleston Drycleaners | Rolleston Eye Optometrist 

Rolleston Florist and Gifts | Rolleston Haircuts | Snap Fitness | St Pierre’s Sushi 

Subway | Unichem | Viva La Moda | The Warehouse | Westpac

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10 

DUNEDIN CRAFT BEER 

AND FOOD FESTIVAL 

Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin 

14-16 

THE NEW ZEALAND 

AGRICULTURAL SHOW 

Canterbury Agricultural Park 

3, 4 & 5 DECEMBER 

THE CATHERINE TATE SHOW 

Isaac Theatre Royal, 

Christchurch 

ARTS 

9 

GRIFF RHYS JONES – WHERE WAS I? 

For one night only, the UK comedian is 

sharing his hilarious stand-up show with 

Christchurch. Based upon life’s journey, 

this honest account will leave you 

laughing out loud. 

Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch 

17, 18, 22, 23 & 24 

THE NUTCRACKER 

Christmas and the ballet go hand in hand, 

and for the first time since 2010, the 

Royal New Zealand Ballet is staging the 

classic that is The Nutcracker. 

17 & 18: Regent Theatre, Dunedin 

22, 23 & 24: Isaac Theatre Royal, 

Christchurch 

24 NOVEMBER – 15 DECEMBER 

ASTROMAN 

A co-production with The Court Theatre, 

this heart-warming play tells the tale of 

Jimmy Te Rehua, a gifted boy who spends 

his summer stopping space invaders and 

confronting bullies. 

Fortune Theatre, Dunedin 

28 NOVEMBER – 2 DECEMBER 

PETER PAN GOES WRONG 

From London’s West End, the cast from 

Mischief Theatre put their own hilarious 

spin on the classic tale, and it’s earned 

them a nomination for an Olivier Award 

for Best New Comedy. 

Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch 

6, 7 & 8 DECEMBER 

OUTDOOR CINEMA 

With all proceeds going towards the 

restoration of the Arts Centre, sit back 

under the stars and watch some of your 

all-time favourite films. 

The Arts Centre of Christchurch 

SPORTS 

10 

THE PINK STAR WALK 2018 

It’s time to raise awareness and donations 

with the annual Breast Cancer NZ 

fundraiser. With various distance options, 

anyone can participate in this walk for a 

great cause. 

North Hagley Park, Christchurch 

17 

QUEENSTOWN INTERNATIONAL 

MARATHON 

It’s the 5th anniversary of the 

Queenstown Marathon. Whether you’re 

participating or cheering runners on, 

everyone can enjoy the atmosphere and 

stunning surroundings. 

Queenstown 

25 

COLOUR ZONE RUN 

This 5 kilometre walk/run is one of the 

most colourful you’ll ever do. By the time 

you reach the finish line you’ll be covered 

in brightly coloured powders so, for full 

effect, be sure to wear as much white 

as possible. 

Donnell Sports Park, Christchurch 

FESTIVALS 

6 

MELBOURNE CUP SKYCITY 

If you won’t be watching the ‘race that 

stops a nation’ in Melbourne, you can 

still get in on the action in Queenstown. 

Enjoy a day of racing, canapes and even 

glittery champagne. 

SKYCITY Queenstown 

10 

AL BASTI EQUIWORLD NZ 2000 

GUINEAS DAY 

Kick off Cup and Show Week in style 

at 2000 Guineas Day. This group 1 

race will bring out the very best of 

racing and fashion. 

Riccarton Park, Christchurch 

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SOUTH ISLAND BEER FESTIVAL 

Sip upon over 30 beers and ciders 

from all over the South Island. Voted 

Canterbury’s best beer event for the 

last three years. 

Ilam Homestead, Christchurch 

1 DECEMBER 

SOUTH ISLAND WINE & FOOD 

FESTIVAL 

Taste your way around an impressive 

range of wineries from the major wine 

regions of the South Island, with a side 

of food and music. 

Hagley Park, Christchurch

Your Cup Week 

entertainment. 

NEW OUTDOOR BAR 

Everyone’s invited! 

COMPLETE YOUR RACE DAY IN 

STYLE at our brand new Stoneleigh 

Outdoor Bar. 

Enjoy a platter for two with two 

complementary drinks for $20! 

Relax in the afternoon sun 

while enjoying delicious platters, 

cool refreshments & a refined 

atmosphere. 

OPEN Wed to Sun from 13 Nov. 

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STYLE | wellbeing 21 

FIGHTING fit 

We’re leading increasingly sedentary lifestyles. 

We’re time-poor. We’re tired. We know we need to 

move our bodies to be fighting fit for whatever life 

throws our way, but among the excuses is the one 

about not knowing where to start. 

Words Kate Preece 

Stepping into a gym for the first time can be daunting enough, but knowing 

which one is going to offer the answer to your fitness prayers is a whole 

new kettleball. 

To test out today’s options, we gave a few of the many fitness regimes 

available in Christchurch a whirl to provide an insight into what goes on 

behind those big scary doors. We also spoke to Gemma McCaw, co-owner 

of Performance Wellbeing, to get an idea of what the gym jargon means, and 

how best to get started. 

“To achieve any goal, you must attach meaning to it. It should inspire you 

and energise you to achieve it,” explains Gemma. This means looking past 

some magic number you wish the scales to display and instead focusing on 

why you’re looking to change – i.e. to live a happier life. “This moves us from 

having to, to wanting to, and there is a big shift in mindset.” 

Next comes the how. Before you head to your nearest gym, says Gemma, 

assess your goals – for tone, weights are good (as in high-intensity interval 

training or weight training); but if you want to boost your cardio capacity, 

cycling, swimming or running could be the answer you’re seeking. 

“Always consult a professional when stepping into a gym and get a full 

assessment and talk through your goals with them. It is important that past or 

current injuries are taken into account and you are able to safely manage your 

training load while being overseen by a professional. Safety is paramount when 

trying anything new, so getting shown the correct techniques is essential to 

maximising your efficiency and avoiding unnecessary injuries. 

“Too often we are looking for a quick fix, but with fitness it is a long-term 

approach and consistency really is the key to achieving any goals.”

22 STYLE | wellbeing 

HIIT 

High-intensity interval training 

(HIIT) covers workouts that have 

short periods of intense exercise, 

alternating with recovery periods. The 

Performance Wellness team explained 

why there’s so much hype around it! 

The key benefits of HIIT: 

• Helps lose fat. High-intensity intervals 

can produce similar fat loss to traditional 

endurance exercise, even with a much 

smaller time commitment. They can also 

reduce unhealthy visceral fat. 

• Boosts your metabolism. Due to 

the intensity, HIIT can elevate your 

metabolism for hours after exercise. This 

results in extra calories being burned 

even after you’ve finished exercising. 

• Increases muscle mass. This is more 

likely to occur in individuals who were 

less active to begin with, however, it 

doesn’t increase muscle mass as much as 

weight training does. 

• Improves oxygen consumption. 

Oxygen consumption refers to your 

muscle’s ability to use oxygen, and 

endurance training is typically used to 

improve your oxygen consumption. 

Traditionally, this consists of long 

sessions of continuous running or cycling 

at a steady rate. However, it appears 

that HIIT can produce the same benefits 

in a shorter amount of time. 

• Reduces heart rate and blood 

pressure. Research shows that HIIT can 

reduce heart rate and blood pressure in 

overweight and obese individuals. 

9Round Christchurch City 

Specialised gym, fitness centre and health club. A kickboxingthemed 

30-minute fitness programme where every three minutes, 

after a 30-second ‘active rest period’, you move to a new station. 

The circuit is never the same. 

KATE 

Prior fitness level: Slim to non-existent 

Goal: To get moving! 

Commitment: Two months, three times a week. 

Results: Noticeable effects on tone, strength and mood. 

The most appealing aspects of 9Round, for me, were its kickboxing 

elements and non-existent class times – the latter key to fitting any 

form of exercise into the working-mum lifestyle. 

‘Mountain climbers’ and ‘reverse flies’ were part of one very 

foreign language, and there was no way I could flip a tractor 

tyre. Yet, with a trainer always there to talk you through the two 

exercises at each of the nine stations, you can’t go wrong. And if 

you do, they’ll soon set you straight. 

At a busy after-work session, there may be a few people waiting 

to get started, but my morning sessions were quiet, and quick – the 

only thing holding me up being conversations with the trainers. With 

one ‘freestyle’ round with the trainer to run through boxing drills, 

there’s no way to not work up a sweat. Each week, one station 

will remain the same, purely so that you have the chance to better 

yourself next time. 

Friends of mine thought this would be a phase, but the everchanging 

9Round and its trainers are motivating and empowering. 

I’ve been getting up early (unheard of), feel better physically and 

mentally – and I can now flip that tractor tyre, no sweat.


F45 Riccarton 

High-intensity circuit training studio. 

Each of the classes on offer combines 

functional training with high-intensity 

interval training. 

CHARLOTTE 

Prior fitness level: Reasonably fit and 

active. 

Goal: To find a group fitness class that is 

fun and enjoyable, plus makes me go and 

want to work hard! I also enjoy variety 

and get bored easily. 

Commitment: 10 months, twice a week. 

Results: Adding F45 to my fitness regime 

has kept my exercise interesting and I 

haven’t plateaued. 

I first started F45 as friends from Brisbane 

were raving about it. They were obsessed 

with this fast-paced fitness studio, 

describing it as the ultimate challenge. 

Well, that was almost a year ago, and yes, 

I have joined the cult. 

I’ve kept it up because it’s fun. You see 

results and know you have a structured 

class with exercises that have been put 

together by experts for the best results. I 

need something I can put my confidence 

in as my time is precious. 

I stick to cardio F45 (versus weights 

days), and believe this has led to an 

increase in my ability – plus I feel 

energised. It is for anyone, with choices to 

suit your fitness level. As with any highimpact 

exercise, be careful with injuries. 

F45 remains hugely popular. You do 

need to book the early morning classes, 

but the busier the classes are, the more 

hype there is – and the more you give! 

SPECIALIST TRAINING 

If you have a particular love for any form of exercise, there’s no reason 

you can’t make this your starting point. 

1 More Round 

Boxing fitness centre. With a range of boxing and non-boxing classes, 

it’s described as place to discover your fighting spirit. 

JANINE 

Prior fitness level: Above average, mainly on a cardio level due to 

running and sports. 

Goal: Get strong, be strong, and feel strong. 

Commitment: 10 months (anywhere from two to four times per week 

due to our household schedule changing each week). 

Results: More muscle, faster recovery times, reduction in body fat in 

those pesky areas. 

I have never been a gym-class junkie, so that’s not what I was looking for. 

1 More Round is a boxing gym and it does not pretend to be anything 

else. There are regular programmes that see you train and eat like a 

boxer, to get you fighting fit, with the ultimate end-goal being to take 

to the ring for an exhibition bout. Yet, the environment and culture is 

embracing to all fitness levels, you are progressed at your own individual 

level, and encouraged to push yourself beyond your comfort levels. The 

motto on the door says it all: Work, hunt, win… TOGETHER. 

I keep going back because the team walk the talk. You are trained by 

professional boxers or boxers who have been in the ring, so they know 

what it takes to transform your body, helping it become the best version 

of you – aiding you in day-to-day life or in the ring. 

It’s great for those who have trained the same way for years and want 

to push themselves – our bodies change over time and we are easily 

trapped into our own mindset of our body’s capabilities. It’s also good 

for anyone just starting out and wanting to be in a supportive, highenergy 

team environment that keeps you motivated and those who have 

thought about boxing but always imagined it to be a testosterone-fuelled 

environment – 1 More Round is not. 

As a result, my strength and endurance has significantly improved. 

Over the winter sport season I felt stronger on court and my recovery 

times have become a lot shorter. Mentally I know that if I think I am at 

my physical limits, I can still push a little further. 

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YOGA & PILATES 

“Pilates is an exercise for all – no matter what age, stage or 

fitness level. It’s a form of exercise that’s easy on the back, 

gentle on joints and great for core strength. The merging of 

physical awareness and mental energy means it’s great for 

stress reduction, too,” says Gemma McCaw. 

“Adding yoga to your weekly routine can help transform 

your body, mind and soul. It can help enhance strength, 

balance, endurance and flexibility. But the benefits are far 

more than just physical – yoga can help reduce stress, curb 

cravings and improve our moods.” 

On Pointe Barre Studio 

Home of Bootybarre in Christchurch. Offers a range of 

classes that fuse techniques from dance, Pilates, and yoga 

that will tone, define and chisel the whole body. 

ZOE 

Prior fitness level: Low. 

Goal: To build muscle, become stronger and tone up without 

weight-loss. 

Commitment: Trialled three classes – Bootybarre Bliss, 

Bootybarre Flex & Flow and Bootybarre Plus. 

Results: Even after a week, I could see how tone and strength 

would increase with continued attendance. The yoga and 

Pilates elements ensured you left each class feeling centred. 

Bootybarre Bliss, a ‘slower-paced class’, is safe for the body 

and good for those with common complaints such as arthritis, 

joint inflexibility and balance issues; Bootybarre Flex & Flow is 

a longer session that focuses on each section of the body, with 

exercises being more intense and utilising both barres and 

stretch bands; and Bootybarre Plus is a major step up, in terms 

of intensity and pace, with a class that uses a mixture of the 

floor, mats, barre, sliders, balls and stretch bands. 

No matter the class, there is a real focus on stretching 

afterwards – as improving suppleness can be very beneficial 

for women of all ages. Each offers something different, but also 

flow well with each other. 

I was surprised at this approach to exercise and didn’t 

expect it to push my body as hard as it did! After every class I 

was left feeling energised and focused for the rest of the day. 

If you are wishing to explore a more ‘low impact’ form of 

exercise that still tones and strengthens, then this is for you. 

The combination of relatively small group classes, positive 

female instructors, empowerment through encouragement 

and fun upbeat music really made it an enjoyable and inviting 

experience. For the men interested, they’ve also been known 

to host a few boys’ nights! 

GYM 

“An all access gym provides the 

opportunity to move your body in more 

ways than one, however it is crucial 

you discuss what you are wishing to 

achieve with an expert in that area and 

get them to safely take you through 

the right techniques and elements of a 

gym,” Gemma advises. 

Female Federation 

A women-only gym in Ferrymead. 

Features a wide range of strength and 

cardio equipment, classes, personal 

training and small group training, with 

24/7 access. 

ELLA 

Prior fitness level: Fairly active with a 

penchant for eating too many carbs. 

Goal: To increase my fitness levels and 

work out enough to justify aforementioned 

carbs. 

Commitment: Four months, attending 

twice a week on average. 

Results: I genuinely enjoy a 6am Spin class, 

my fitness levels are the best they’ve been 

and I’ve adopted a far healthier lifestyle (for 

the most part). 

I joined Female Federation a few 

months ago and, as with previous gym 

memberships, predicted I would visit just 

a few times a month, without ever really 

pushing myself. But just days after my 

orientation with owner Meg Bolderston, I 

was hooked and more motivated than ever 

as a result of the inspiring and enthusiastic 

ethos of the gym. 

The female-only premise makes it an 

extremely comfortable space, in which 

gym newbies can experiment with weights 

and different equipment. The real magic 

happens in the studio, where each morning 

before work I’m able to attend a new, 

exciting class that feels less like a work out 

and more like a party. Classes include Spin, 

Zumba, Pump, Yoga, Circuit, BAT (bum, 

abs, thighs) Strength, HIIT, and Balance. 

Being open 24 hours a day, rules out 

another excuse to get out of any potential 

workouts. For mums, a child-minding 

service comes as part of membership.


GET A MOVE ON 

Like everything in life, balance is what will be the key 

to your ongoing success. 

“Your personal fitness goals and motivations will 

guide you in your specific needs, but generally there 

is no one type of fitness as the only option, unless 

you are training for a specific event in which it is 

best to have a training programme,” says Gemma. 

“It comes down to understanding your specific 

needs and your desired outcomes and taking into 

account your age, previous injury or illness and 

current fitness level.” 

So, look for fitness options that will motivate you 

to keep up the good work, talk to a professional to 

ensure your newfound enthusiasm doesn’t result in 

injury, and keep things interesting – and effective – 

by developing a multi-pronged attack to your longterm 

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FROM LEFT: 

Ellis and Paige 

Success 

Story 

For Paige and Ellis Powerman, fitness is 

more than a way of life, it’s business. 

What led to the purchase of 9Round Christchurch City and 

9Round Papanui? 

Paige: I had been a personal trainer for a number of years and 

was the manager of a fitness club, while Ellis was originally a 

painter when she moved over from the UK. We were at a point 

in life where we wanted to drive our own brands and businesses, 

but the love of health and fitness was the main factor in us 

wanting to buy a fitness facility. We knew so many individuals 

who joined a normal gym found it hard to achieve their results 

because of five main factors: motivation, variety, knowledge, 

support and monitoring progress. We want to help people 

actually achieve success in whatever that may be for them. 

9Round was our first step in being able to do that on a 

larger scale. 

As part of a franchise, developed in America in 2008, can you 

still bring business innovation to these fitness centres? 

Paige: Absolutely. Ellis and I focus very heavily on fundraising 

and helping the wider community. Last year we helped raise 

$133,000 for the Mental Health Foundation and we are currently 

the official sponsors for the Heroes Rugby Club based in 

Christchurch. 

Ellis: We run free boot camps most Sundays to help support 

members and their goals by supplying them with outdoor 

workouts and we run seminars to help increase the knowledge 

of members’ families and friends who are also trying to achieve 

their goals. 

How has fitness impacted on you personally? 

Paige: We are huge believers in practising what we preach. We 

cannot tell members, family, friends or even staff members to 

exercise if we don’t ourselves! 

Currently, fitness helps us mainly mentally. So many people say 

they don’t have time to work out, we call their bluff. We work 

for a minimum of 10-12 hours most days but still work out 

six times per week. Exercising sets us up for the day, mentally 

and physically! We become more productive, efficient and, as 

we work physical jobs, we have more energy to encourage 

and motivate others. Plus, we are just nicer people when we 

exercise! 

Ellis: Our staff mean a lot to us and obviously help us in our drive 

to help others. So, showing them that exercise is a vital part of 

their day really motivates them (we hope!). We want to be there 

for them when they are also feeling low or down so our mental 

strength is vital to not only our lives but those of our members 

and staff as well. 

What does ‘success’ look like in your business? 

Ellis: Simply put, making someone happier and healthier – long 

term. Our recent 8 Week Challenge saw one of our members 

lose 28kg and go from diabetic to pre-diabetic. Since then 

they have lost another 32kg. This was just one of the many 

success stories. 

Paige: Every day, hearing how people are going and that they are 

just happier motivates us to continue to do what we do. This is 

something we will never give up on. 

And lastly, because you can’t always be good… what are your 

guilty pleasures? 

Paige: Haha! Ellis can’t say no to hot chips. They might just be 

the “best chips in the world! And what if I miss them?” Her 

favourite currently are either at Joe’s Garage or New York Deli. 

Other guilty pleasures consist of Maltesers and white chocolate 

Toblerone. 

Ellis: Anyone in this world who knows Paige knows how big her 

addiction to peanut butter is! For her birthday this year she got 

seven jars plus four boxes of peanut butter slugs (snack size). 

Pic’s is her numero uno, but also loves Peanut Butter and Co. 

Salted caramel Lindt chocolate balls and Cookie Times are a 

winner in her books also. 

9round.co.nz

“Auction Day rolled around and we 

had 6 Aside agreements. Bidding was 

very competitive and the final price 

exceeded our expectations by 15%. 

Mary’s results are not a fluke, but a 

direct result of the hard work and effort 

that she puts in. We honestly feel that 

she worked on our behalf and achieved 

the highest price for us in a tough, 

competitive real estate market.” 

Lisa and Wesley

28 STYLE | special feature 

BREAKING 

BAD HABITS 

Ella James suggests three simple ways to make a 

change for good in the world. 

I’ll be the first to put my hand up to say that, quite 

frankly, I couldn’t define sustainability if I tried. 

However, I could hazard a guess that the fast-fashion 

we all purchase in a careless, hypodermic manner 

probably doesn’t fit the bill. Perhaps, like me, your 

intentions are good but you require a little educating on 

this topic so that you’re able to make better choices as a 

conscious consumer. 

There are so many questions that I have about 

sustainability: Does it mean I can only wear hemp from 

here on in? Am I to refrain from washing my clothes 

forever more? The answer, thank goodness, is no. 

1. CARPOOL 

Heading shopping with your friends on the weekend? 

Instead of driving separately, jump in one vehicle together. 

From engine noise and fuel spills, to gases including 

carbon dioxide; the pollutants that are emitted by cars 

cause both short- and long-term environmental damage. 

So hopping in a car together instead of travelling alone has 

obvious environmental benefits that you’ll be rewarded 

for in turn. Parking and petrol costs will be a fraction of 

the price once divided. Perhaps the best thing about car 

sharing is that you’ll only require a single designated driver, 

so you’re free to get the pinot flowing at lunchtime.

2. GIVE IT BACK 

We often find it hard to leave that new dress on the rack or that 

must-have mascara on the shelf, and that’s okay. Before or after 

a shopping spree, have a clear out and dispose of any unwanted 

goods responsibly. Wondering what you’ll get in return? Well, 

extra space in your wardrobe for starters. 

But some brands have even put schemes into place that reward 

you for saving a few items from the landfill. H&M will give you 

store vouchers for your old, unwanted clothes. MAC cosmetics 

will give you a free lipstick when you return six empty makeup 

containers. A new wardrobe and fresh lippy are yours for the 

taking, so get donating. 

3. EAT LOCALLY 

Once you’ve carpooled into town with your friends, spent your 

H&M voucher and claimed your free lipstick, you’re bound to be 

feeling more than a little peckish. The choice you make regarding 

your lunchtime reservation can actually have a huge impact on 

the environment given that some foods literally travel thousands 

of miles before they reach your plate. Personally, we prefer the 

paddock-to-plate approach. Locally sourced ingredients are more 

likely to be chemical and preservative free with a reduced chance 

of contamination due to the shorter distances that they travel, 

surely making for a more delicious meal overall. 

You can adopt this attitude for cooking at home by shopping 

for produce at your local farmers’ market, where delicious 

seasonal ingredients are available in abundance. Not to mention, 

when you shop at your local market, you’re supporting your local 

community. Just don’t forget to take your reusable bags. 

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Handcrafted from recycled 

timber, Stoke Street 

cruisers are a beautiful and 

practical indulgence ($225- 

$425). Made from ethically 

procured, quality hardwood 

timbers, the skateboards 

are finished with natural 

oil, preserving the unique 

character of the grain. 

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Pocket rocket 

Some of our plastic bag alternatives are a little on the bulky side, 

but not the Zerobag. Made from recycled plastic bottles, they’re 

washable and fold into their own pocket-sized bundle. All from 

a New Zealand owned and operated company that donates a 

portion of every sale to Sustainable Coastlines. 

zerobag.co.nz 

SUSTAINABLE 

LIVING 

There are plenty of reasons why looking at 

eco-friendly options will make a difference. 

Lasting looks 

Local lifestyle fashion brand Untouched World proves that being 

easy on the earth doesn’t mean giving up luxury and great design. 

Their latest SS1819 Collection is full of clothing and accessories 

for a life lived sustainably. From airy recycled cotton knits and 

silky soybean shirts, to bamboo sunglasses and wool runners, 

everything is lovingly designed and thoughtfully created. 

untouchedworld.com 

Compostable nappies 

New parents Tahlia and Semisi Hutchison were horrified to 

discover a million nappies end up in our landfills daily. So they 

developed New Zealand’s first wholly compostable nappy along 

with a commercial composting plant, and drop and collect service 

in Auckland. Little & Brave nappies combine a compostable pad 

with a washable, reusable fabric wrap or pant. They are talking 

with councils and composting services to expand further south. 

Visit littleandbrave.co.nz to register your interest.

STYLE | promotion 31 

Pollution into solution 

A Canterbury company is tackling the enormous amounts of plastic debris 

floating around our oceans by turning plastic that ends up on the beach into 

jandals to wear to the beach. The Subs jandal range is made totally from plastic 

sourced from beach cleanups and recycling. Every pair purchased funds the 

removal of another half a kilo of plastic trash from the ocean (they’ve fished out 

more than 126,000kg to date). The soles and straps of the slender or regular 

fit range are 100% recyclable and durable, but once they do wear out, you can 

return them to Subs to upcycle. 

Guilt-free chocolate 

Lucy Bennetto’s ethically sourced, organic chocolate harnesses 

Amazon Peruvian cocoa to not only improve lives, but flavour. 

Simple, vegan and fair trade, this Christchurch-born, Swiss-made 

chocolate comes in 100g and 30g bites of feel good deliciousness. 

bennetto.co.nz 

Kudos to Carlsberg 

The Danish beer behemoth is replacing plastic ring can holders 

with a recyclable glue in new Snap Pack six-packs. Greenpeace 

estimates 12.7 million tonnes of plastic ends up in the oceans 

annually and Carlsberg claims its packaging innovation, which 

came after trialling 4000 glues, will reduce the plastic waste it 

generates by 76 per cent and reduce global plastic waste by 1200 

tonnes per year. That’s the equivalent of 60 million plastic bags. 

Already launched in the UK, the new packaging will be rolled out 

worldwide next year. Expect to see other brands follow suit. 

Sweet plastic 

Ecostore has a sweet solution to the 

problem of plastic packaging. Most 

plastic is made from non-sustainable 

petrochemicals, which doesn’t sit 

well with Ecostore’s ethos. So, from 

2014, it has only been using plastic 

bottles made from sugarcane. Sugar 

plastic is renewable, captures rather 

than releases carbon, and the bottles 

are kerbside recyclable. 

ecostore.co.nz 

Sleep easy 

Thunderpants is no longer just about great underwear. This year 

marked the launch of its organic bedding range. The cotton is 

manufactured in India as part of the Chetna Project, which works 

with the farmers to improve their livelihood options and make 

farming a sustainable and profitable occupation. The family-run 

Malborough business is now fully fair trade certified too! 

thunderpants.co.nz 

Local luxuries 

Did you realise Linden Leaves’ 

entire range – including the 

Limited Edition Message Candles 

– is certified 100% natural, not 

tested on animals and packaged 

in recyclable materials? 

lindenleaves.com


Love thy 

louvre 

Looking for the perfect balance of sun and shade? 

You can have it all at a press of a button. 

How do adjustable louvre systems work? 

Louvre blades are driven by a silent actuator connected 

to each blade via a link rod. What this means is that if 

you ever find the sun in your eyes, you needn’t leave 

your chair, simply sit back, relax and use the remote 

control provided to alter the blades’ angle, easily 

filtering out those harsh rays. 

Stratco’s systems include a rain sensor as standard, 

so, if you are not home when it starts to rain, the unit 

will close automatically. 

Can you add louvres to an existing veranda? 

It’s no problem to retrofit a louvre system into any 

veranda/pergola frame – just request a free site 

measure to determine the finer details. 

How long does the process take from concept to 

finished product? 

Stratco’s louvre systems can be in place six weeks from 

the order date. The time for the qualified professional 

to install the system itself is usually two days. 

Is it okay to look to this option for an area prone to 

strong winds? 

Once the unit is measured at your home, Stratco runs 

each unit through an engineering programme designed 

to confirm strength of system to suit your wind zone. 

Steve Cain – Outdoor Products Specialist 

Phone 03 338 9063 or 021 374 420 

stratco.co.nz

STYLE | report 33 

Winner or sinner? 

You want to do the right thing when it comes to recycling but there’s a high chance 

you’re not. Gaynor Stanley explores how Christchurch homeowners are faring in 

the war against an ever-increasing landfill problem. You might find your recycling 

habits in need of a refresh. 

Scary stats 

• Every year, New Zealand buries 2.5 million tonnes of waste 

in landfill – yet three quarters of it could have been reused, 

recycled or composted. 

• Christchurch’s recycling facility, EcoSort, processes 25 tonnes 

of yellow bin contents an hour. Up to six per cent of that 

(that’s 1.5 tonnes an hour) is contaminated and must instead 

be directed to the Kate Valley landfill. 

• Our wheelie bin waste increases 25 per cent after Labour 

Weekend, when we start entertaining and buying new things. 

• Half a tonne of disposable nappies are erroneously put in 

Christchurch yellow bins daily. 

• Though extremely dangerous, 500 LPG cylinders are chucked 

in local yellow bins each year, and even more helium cylinders 

and car batteries. 

What happens to the contents of my yellow bin? 

Kerbside collection trucks from all five Christchurch-area 

councils dump their loads on to a massive pile on the floor 

of EcoSort’s Material Recovery Facility on Parkhouse Road, 

Wigram. 

A loader gradually transfers the tangle of recycled materials 

to a 30 metre-long conveyor belt that will, over the next 50 

minutes, separate materials by size and shape using paper 

screens, optical sorters, magnets and air classifiers. Once 

grouped into paper, cardboard, steel or aluminium cans, and 

either PET and clear plastic bottles or mixed grade plastics, 

each material is then baled to be sold for reuse. Some plastics 

find a new home locally; the mixed grade is all exported to 

primarily Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia. 

Everything is first sorted by people 

The first stage of the conveyor belt involves a team of people 

manually removing contaminated items that will otherwise 

damage the plant. 

So, spare a thought for these people next time you go to 

drop disposable nappies or containers that aren’t clean of 

contaminating food into your yellow bin. 

The human sorters also remove 35-45 tonnes a month of 

appliances, tools, bike and car parts, fire extinguishers – and 

even ammunition – from the belt. 

Every day, two or three hours is lost to breakdowns caused 

by contaminated items that slip through. 

Every night, a whole shift is rostered just to clear the belt’s 

rotating wheels of tangled materials like clothing and fishing line.

34 STYLE | report 

Common mistakes 

There is a misconception that everything recyclable can be 

channelled via our yellow bin. But many products that are 

recyclable cannot be processed by the automated facility. Quite 

simply, to keep up with the volume of waste we generate, 

EcoSort’s automated process is restricted to readily recyclable 

materials for which there is market demand. 

So, while items like gas cylinders, car batteries, sporting goods, 

tools and household items in working order can be recycled, the 

only way to achieve this is take them to one of three EcoDrop 

depots (Bromley, Parkhouse and Styx Mill). 

You may think you are being a tidy Kiwi by bundling your 

newspapers or bagging your recycling. However, the automated 

line and optical sorters cannot identify items within a bag and it isn’t 

time efficient for a person to open it for manual sorting – and, you 

guessed it, your whole bag of recycling will be sent to Kate Valley 

instead. So, keep items loose. 

Don’t compact the contents of your bin either. The sorter finds 

it harder to recognise items that are crushed out of their usual 

shape. 

Don’t leave the lids on – read on to see why we should go 

topless this summer. 

What do the plastic numbers mean? 

These are Resin Identification Codes, indicating the seven types of 

thermoplastics that can be melted down and recycled. In theory. 

In practice, the symbols can be misleading because New Zealand 

doesn’t recycle plastic #6 – polystyrene – at all. That’s why you 

shouldn’t put your meat trays in the yellow bin (put them in the 

red bin). 

Also, some plastics in categories we do recycle – like milk bottle 

lids (#2) – are sifted out of the recycling process into landfill 

because the lids are too small to be baled. Worse still, if you leave 

the lid on, the bottle itself then can’t be recycled either because 

it is often a differing material. So that’s why we’re directed to put 

all lids into our red bin. Similarly, wine bottle lids are likely to be 

aluminium or alloy and contaminate glass recycling. 

A good rule of thumb is if plastic is scrunchable, it can’t be 

recycled. Detach any flimsy plastic film (and red bin it) from 

otherwise recyclable cardboard or plastic containers to avoid 

contaminating the recyclable material. 

Small on fees, 

on service, 

Bigger on 

Recycling! 

Debi Pratt 

Franchise Owner & Sales Consultant 


BULSARA T/A TALL POPPY LICENSED UNDER

STYLE | report 35 

Did you know? 

The Christchurch City Council recently 

stopped accepting supermarket shopping 

bags and tetra pak cartons in its yellow 

bins and EcoSort will follow suit from June 

2019. These must all now go in the red 

bin, even if they are marked compostable 

or biodegradeable. Council Solid Waste 

Manager Ross Trotter says the tightening 

of the global recycling market is driving the 

changes. “Compostable and biodegradable 

bags are unfortunately very difficult to 

distinguish from plastic bags but if they get 

mixed in with plastic they contaminate 

the product. The markets we send our 

plastics to only want good quality plastics 

and the best way we can ensure that is by 

eliminating bags from the recycling stream.” 

So why can’t the eco-ones go into 

green wheelie bin either? “Unfortunately 

the majority of compostable bags that are 

available on the market are made from 

genetically modified corn-starch which is 

not compostable at our processing plant 

because it doesn’t break-down within the 

three-month processing timeframe.” 

All is not lost, however. The Packaging 

Forum offers a soft plastic recycling scheme 

that provides bins that will take such items 

as: bread bags, frozen food bags, toilet 

paper packaging, chip bags, pasta and rice 

bags, courier bags, shopping bags and fresh 

produce bags, and more. Though not cling 

film, heavy foil bags (such as coffee bags), 

or compostable bags. Look out for the 

Love NZ Soft Plastic Recycling Scheme 

bins at certain supermarkets and shops 

(store locations can be searched online at 

recycling.kiwi.nz) 

Yellow bin? 

Pizza boxes: yes, as long as clean of food scraps 

Coffee cups: no, despite what the label may claim, no 

disposable cups are recycled in New Zealand because the 

waterproof coating on them compromises the ability to 

compost them. Red bin. 

Disposable nappies: no. Red bin or EcoDrop. 

Polystyrene meat trays and takeaway containers: no, as 

this is plastic #6, which is not recycled here. Red bin. 

Clothing: not recyclable once it has been in a recycling 

truck. Deposit your good items into a clothing bin instead 

and ditch the tattered and torn pieces in your red bin. 

Wet contents: soggy paper slows down the processing 

plant (that’s why councils refuse to collect bins with the 

lids open to the elements). 

Bottles or cans with liquid in: no, too heavy for the 

automatic process to recognise, so they will be rerouted 

to landfill. 

Lids: no. Put ALL lids, whether for cans, glass bottles or 

jars, or plastic bottles or containers in your red bin. See: 

What do the plastic numbers mean? 

Lightbulbs, glassware, mirrors: no, as too fragile to mix 

with packaging glass. 

Appliances or tools: no. Red bin or EcoDrop. 

How to check what goes in what bin 

Download the Christchurch Wheelie Bins app. 

Request a bin lid sticker from your Council if you’re missing one. 

Visit www.ccc.govt.nz/services/rubbish-and-recycling 

Attend EcoSort’s Open Day, Saturday December 8, 9am-12pm 

at 21 Parkhouse Road, Wigram. 

We’re evolving... 

Our latest neighbourhood, ‘The Borough, Faringdon’ has just 

been released and it’s got the great bones you need to build 

the home of your dreams. Titles early 2019. 

It’s just a few giant strides from Rolleston town centre and new 

schools, and has quality environmental design features unlike 

anywhere else in Canterbury. 

THE BOROUGH 

With sections between 400 and 944m 2 , prices starting 

at $169,000. Your future starts here. 

Call Bruce Harvey 0800 667 849 or visit www.faringdon.co.nz 

Visit our info centre, corner Goulds and East Maddisons Rds. 

Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm - 4pm. 

You’re home.

WORST THING IS (TRYING) 

TO BACK THE TRAILER! 

Worst part is keeping the house clean for 

open homes with 4 boys in the house! 

And the worst part of moving is either deep cleaning 

the place you are leaving or unpacking in the new 

place and getting stuff up on the walls! (Two years 

in and we’re still leaning art against walls). 

Changing/organising the power, internet 

and sky connections etc. 

Packing up the 

My least favourite part about moving house 

is saying good bye to a place that holds a lot 

of memories. It’s bitter sweet moving into 

something new but farewelling the past chapter.

JOHN MCFADDEN 

Business Owner 

Harcourts Gold AREINZ 

LYNETTE MCFADDEN 

Business Owner 

Harcourts Gold AREINZ 

THE BEST AND 

THE WORST OF 

MOVING! 

We recently ran a competition on our Facebook page and we asked the participants to tell us what they thought 

was the worst thing about moving homes. With over 102 entries, that had us laughing and crying at the same 

time, we realised being in the business allows us to provide good tips about how to take the stress out of moving, 

so here they are. 

1. Start early. Packing always takes longer than people expect, and 

doing a little each day is much less stressful than trying to do it all 

right before your movers arrive. 

2. You’re going to need a lot of boxes... and packing materials, and I 

mean a lot. Whatever your estimate is for what you think you need, 

double it. Make sure you have boxes in a variety of sizes. 

3. Start by packing the rooms and items that are not in daily use. 

Pack your kitchen last, and label each box clearly with the contents 

and where you want it in your new home. Be as specific about the 

contents of each box as possible, especially with kitchen items. 

It will make unpacking so much easier. And even though it should 

go without saying, don’t pack keys, computers, jewellery or 

important paperwork and make up one box with everything you 

need to make a cuppa! 

6. Clean out now. Nothing motivates people to de-clutter and purge 

more than having to wrap, pack and unpack all of their possessions. 

You probably won’t have time to clean out every room or every 

closet, but if you haven’t used or worn something in a long time or 

no longer like it, don’t pay the movers to transport it. Set it aside to 

donate, give away or sell prior to your move. 

7. Prepare the new home. Whether you are buying or renting your 

new home, put some thought into any cosmetic changes that 

can be made before you move in. Painting will be easier without 

furniture in the room. Schedule a carpet cleaning at the new place 

and send rugs out for cleaning a couple of weeks before you move. 

If you’re considering refinishing floors, you need to do it before 

you move. And last but not least, thoroughly clean your new home 

before the move. Once everything is in, it is much more difficult to 

do a comprehensive cleaning. 

4. Plan the spaces. To save time on moving day and to give yourself 

some peace of mind, plot where you are going to put everything 

in your new place. If possible, take measurements, especially of 

key walls or spaces where big pieces, such as wall units or media 

cabinets, could be placed. You probably will have to improvise a 

little on moving day, but you don’t want to be debating furniture 

placement while the movers are being paid by the hour. 

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PUTTING A PRICE 

ON FITNESS 

Sitaras gym in New York is 

the only option for city’s elite. 

Memberships are capped to just 

200 with television presenters, 

politicians and models filling the 

majority. At Sitaras, scientific data 

is continuously collected and 

analysed to precisely track your 

progress and prevent plateauing. 

It’s speculated that Sitaras is one of 

the most expensive gyms on the 

planet. While prices aren’t disclosed 

until you’ve been put through your 

paces at an initial consultation and 

assessment, numerous sources 

speak of an annual fee that exceeds 

$13,760. Oh, and your very best 

excuses for skipping the gym just 

won’t fly here, as all members are 

contractually obliged to attend two 

sessions a week. sitarasinc.com 

THAI NOT? 

Looking after ourselves comes in many forms 

but one of the most luxurious is surely a 

weight-loss and detox spa at Soneva Kiri, 

Thailand. The seven-day stint includes a vast 

cache of treatments and classes that are 

scheduled and designed to achieve weight 

and detox goals. Whilst we’re unsure what a 

Choornaswedana or Udwarthana massage fully 

entails, we’ll try anything once. The yogic full 

intestinal wash however, will take considerably 

more convincing. Surely $15,000 well spent, 

given the rave reviews the resort is accustomed 

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YOGA WITH A VIEW 

There’s no arguing that doing yoga in the great outdoors is more fulfilling 

than doing so in a stuffy studio. Well, Maverick Tours in Las Vegas have quite 

literally taken yoga to the next level. Six yogis at a time can be transported 

via helicopter from Las Vegas to the top of the Valley of Fire. Once you’ve 

taken in the phenomenal views, guests will be given a Lululemon yoga mat 

and a pair of headphones through which the instructor will lead the class. 

This yoga class with a difference will set you back $5000, but that includes a 

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DESIGNING 

WITH AND FOR THE 

ENVIRONMENT 

Architect Richard Dalman considers how we might build more sustainably. 

The construction and operation of buildings is a major 

contributor to the demise of our natural environment. 

According to the US Green Building Council, buildings worldwide 

account for 33% of all carbon dioxide emissions and 40% of 

material and energy use. 

I believe it is incumbent upon architects and everyone else in the 

construction industry to lift our games and design and build more 

sustainably. Here are my top 10 tips to achieve this. 

1. Consider site ecology and design with the environment, not 

against it. Take time to really understand the local culture, 

climate and geography of the area you are designing for, and 

take account of these things before you draw the first line. 

2. Good passive design can save on potential energy costs. By 

passive design I mean how we can detail the built-in structure 

and building fabric that doesn’t require energy to ‘operate’ 

during a building’s life. For example, overhanging eaves can 

keep out sun that overheats a building during the summer, 

but allow sun in during the winter when it is needed. Exposed 

thermal mass such as concrete and stone within a building 

can absorb heat during the day and release it at night as 

temperatures cool down. Above-code insulation along with 

double and triple glazing and thermally bridged window joinery 

can help keep the heat in. Position the building to maximise 

sunshine and shade when needed, and shelter from or access 

to cooling breezes as required. 

3. Carefully select your materials. These can be fully recycled or 

made from reconstructed materials, and/or can be selected 

because they can be recycled again. Minimise high embodied 

energy materials such as steel and concrete, and try to use fully 

renewable materials such as timber. 

4. Think carefully about occupant health. Provide good access to 

sunlight and natural ventilation. Select materials with low volatile 

organic compounds (VOCs) and look out for certification from 

the New Zealand independent environmental certification 

system “Environmental Choice”. For example, select 

environmental-certified paints that have low off-gassing.

STYLE | home 41 

The Dalman Architects Christchurch Studio on the corner of Colombo 

and Peterborough streets was designed with an eye on environmental 

sustainability. We kept most of the existing floor tiles from the previous 

tenant, only built one new room inside the tenancy and clad it in timber, 

wheeled in a second-hand container as a second meeting room, laid 

carpet tiles made from recycled fishing nets, and used offcuts. 

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5. If you purchase locally made furniture and fittings then not 

only will your building interiors have an authentic local feel, 

but you will eliminate pollution created by shipping and 

other forms of transport. 

6. Energy efficiency is a key aspect in saving power, saving 

money, and making your building more sustainable. Use 

LED lighting that draws very little power, and better still, 

use as much natural light as possible during the day so 

you don’t need artificial lighting. Use Building Management 

Systems (BMS) to control and refine the amount of 

energy used for air conditioning, heating and lighting 

throughout different times of day and year to ensure 

no power is wasted. 

7. While water is a relatively abundant resource in our part 

of the country, it is starting to become more of a precious 

commodity. Lately in Christchurch we are being asked to 

conserve water. We should be looking at ways to use water 

wisely with low-flow tapware and showerheads. 

8. Take advantage of appropriate technology to save energy 

and reduce overheating. Some examples of this are 

electronic louvres that adjust depending upon internal 

temperatures and the need for shade and sunlight, or high 

level windows that open and close depending upon the 

need for ventilation and cooling. These can be controlled 

from an internal thermostat. Photovoltaic energy cells are 

becoming more efficient and affordable, and are a great way 

to generate your own electricity from the sun. 

9. During construction we should look to reduce wastage 

through good planning and clever construction techniques. 

Look to recycle offcuts, and separate out other recyclable 

waste materials. Also consider how we can create the 

minimum impact on the site and surrounding areas through 

the construction process. 

10. Finally, these days we tend to build too big, using up more 

space and energy than is actually needed. There is a trend 

worldwide to build smaller, not only saving on materials, but 

also energy during construction and the life of the building. 

While all of these ways to build more sustainably obviously go 

a long way to saving energy and our earth’s resources, many of 

them also cost nothing or very little to implement, but more 

importantly, save money in the long run. They stack up both 

environmentally and financially.

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BEAUTY 

The process of building 

a home can be 

daunting, especially 

for first-timers. Yet, 

in the right hands, 

you’ll soon have all the 

answers you need. We 

talk to Jonny Collett 

of J E Collett Builders 

Ltd to find out what 

we should be thinking 

about when a new 

home is on the horizon. 

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Where do we start – the right section 

or the right home design? 

The right home design. Homes need to 

be designed for you and your family’s 

needs first – wants come second. This 

way you don’t clutter the home with 

meaningless details or unnecessary build 

cost. The flipside to this is, can we have 

our home design built where we want 

to live due to section size – i.e. will the 

home fit? Planning for your future is key 

to answering both of these questions. 

What is the five-year plan? What is the 

10-year plan? 

What are some of the building 

challenges most often overlooked? 

Setting the expectation of the clients 

is the number 1 priority. From design, 

management, build and delivery of the 

project. Building or renovating should be 

fun – not stressful. 

What should our expectations be 

around budgets? 

Regardless of whether you are renovating 

or building from scratch, this is going to 

be your largest asset. You want to be 

spending your allocated funding correctly 

to add value to your asset. This, in turn, 

will provide you with added value in your 

lifestyle. Talking to your builder around 

design, early in the process, can help you 

understand budgets and true costing. 

Kitchens are expensive – but do you 

really need a stone benchtop…? 

What are some key ways to maximise 

space? 

Have a look at your lifestyle and design 

your home around that. If you love the 

outdoors – you are going to need a 

bigger garage. If you like the arts – you 

will need a larger living room and more 

wall space to potentially hang paintings. 

Think lifestyle – not clutter! 

Is it difficult to incorporate ecoconscious 

principles into a build? 

No, not at all, and we all have a moral 

obligation to endorse eco-conscious 

principles. This comes down to design 

and material sizing to match, waste 

management, recycling timber where fit 

and looking after the onsite environment.

STYLE | art 45 

CERAMICS IN 

WANAKA 

Pots & Possibilities runs this 

month at Gallery Thirty 

Three on Helwick Street 

in Wanaka. The show 

is a mix of new works 

and old favourites from 

Madeleine Child, Mandy 

Gargiulo, Phillip Jarvis and 

Cheryl Lucas, including 

this exquisite lidded vessel 

from Mandy Gargiulo. 

Until November 23 

ART 

NEWS 

Words Gaynor Stanley 

CRAFT REVIVAL 

Rekindle, located in The Arts Centre, is hosting the first 

Necessary Traditions festival this month. 

More than 40 craftspeople will demonstrate and share 

their knowledge in demonstrations, workshops and talks 

focused on re-invigorating sustainable traditions. 

The main event will be the weekend of November 

10-11, where festivalgoers can watch and learn from the 

makers of shoes, Windsor chairs, rag-rugs, willow baskets, 

sourdough, soaps, cup, bowl and spoon carving. Pick 

up some tips on reforestation, darning and hand-sewn 

button-holes, preserving and fermenting, heritage building 

techniques, raranga harakeke weaving, bookbinding, 

ceramics and much more. 

November 8 to 17 

ELIZABETH THOMSON 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

Celebrated artistic explorer of the natural 

world, Elizabeth Thomson, turns her eye 

to photography in her second show at 

The Central art gallery this month. 

The exhibition shares photos spanning 

her 35-year career, some with contoured 

forms beaded for sculptural effect and 

painted bronze elements arranged in 

linear perspective to recreate rolling 

landscape views. 

November 8 to December 9 

Photo: Courtesy of Jonathan Smart Gallery. 

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A striking exhibition from one of New Zealand’s 

most senior sculptors, Andrew Drummond, is on until 

November 10 at Jonathan Smart Gallery. 

The Christchurch-based artist explores the 

precariousness of our occupation of the natural world 

in About Balance & Occupation. 

Huge balancing rods comprising stripped poplar, 

steel, cotton wool and black swan feathers command 

the front gallery, while delicate domes of sphagnum 

moss, gold leaf, slate, glass and LED lights are 

clustered like little villages in the back gallery.

46 STYLE | landscaping 

AN OASIS FOR 

YOUR MIND 

Throw open the doors, walk barefoot across the grass and just... be. 

Appreciate what you have around you to reach the ultimate mindfulness moment. 

Words Wendy Megget

STYLE | landscaping 47 

W 

hen you go out into your garden, are you truly present? Are you really 

experiencing each moment? The smell of the plants; the touch of a leaf on your 

shoulder; the feel of dirt between your fingers? Or are you thinking about your list of 

chores, planning a birthday party, or even talking on the phone? 

Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder of the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 

programme, which he developed to help patients deal with stress, pain and illness 

at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He defines mindfulness as the 

“awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, 

non-judgementally”. If you are not experiencing the moments in your life as they occur, 

but are instead thinking about the past or future, then are you really living this life? If 

you spend your life thinking and not experiencing, then your life is really just an illusion 

created by your mind. Your actual life is passing you by, while you are thinking about 

what you are having for dinner tonight. 

It is, of course, the very nature of the mind to wander, and this is okay. When you 

realise it has happened, just gently bring it back. Herein lies the practice. There is no 

point in doing this for 20 minutes sitting on a cushion in the morning, then being a 

frazzled animal for the rest of the day. Being mindful during the day gives you your true 

life experience back, and correspondingly the joy that comes from little things that you 

may otherwise miss. 

A garden is an ideal place to practise mindfulness, containing so many things to 

be consciously aware of – things that activate the senses. The call of a thrush in the 

evening air; the smell of freshly cut wood; the softness of a petal. If you cannot be 

mindful in your garden, how on earth can you be mindful in the rest of your life? 

So, how can you design a garden to help you remain mindful? The answer is to 

provide as many things as possible to activate your five senses, to remind you to come 

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If you are a foodie, your garden is 

likely to be more about tastes. 

Generations have survived eating sweet 

organic carrots fresh from the ground, 

washed under hose water, 

so go ahead and taste your way 

through your garden. 

But before we begin, please take your magazine and cuppa 

outside, sit or stand, and simply observe your garden. Perhaps 

it’s the colour of the flowers, the sound of a dog barking in 

the distance, the smell of lavender, the taste of parsley from 

a nearby pot, or the breeze brushing your face. Completely 

immerse yourself in the experience you are having in your 

garden. Don’t judge anything as good or bad (even the 

barking), just be aware of it all. This is mindfulness, and it is the 

true and full experience of this moment in your life. 

Now that you’ve experienced a moment of mindfulness, 

was there anything you would have liked to add to your 

experience? Don’t think about what other people would want. 

It’s all about what brings you back into yourself. 

Having been brought up immersed in music, I love to sit in 

my garden and listen to the sounds around me and the tunes 

of nature. The wind chimes sing their song; the neighbour’s 

children make sounds of delight as they play; the wind rustles 

through the cabbage trees. 

If you pay attention, you will discover noises you have never 

noticed before. But think about what sounds you would like to 

hear in your garden. If you want more birds, start encouraging 

them with food. If you want music, add wind chimes or a 

Japanese water fountain. If you want to hear the wind, plant 

trees that catch and move with the breeze. 

If you are more intrigued by tactile things, enjoying the feel of 

different textures, then perhaps start by taking off your shoes 

and gloves. The senses can be activated by basic things, as well 

as the sublime. Don’t forget to feel the roughness of the spade 

in your hand, as well as the softness of lamb’s ear or hare’s tail 

grass. Become familiar with the feel of the bark on every tree in 

your garden. Even the cut of a rose thorn can be observed in a 

mindful way, just before you mindfully run for a plaster. 

If you are a foodie, your garden is likely to be more about 

tastes. Generations have survived eating sweet organic carrots 

fresh from the ground, washed under hose water, so go ahead 

and taste your way through your garden. Sneak a strawberry – 

no one will know. Crunch some mint. Steal a handful of cherry 

tomatoes. Create a smorgasbord in your backyard. 

Don’t eat absently, like we often do, shovelling down 

breakfast while racing out the door. Notice the smell before 

you even put it in your mouth; then the textures and flavours 

as you chew. When you stop to really taste your food, you will 

be surprised by the things you never noticed before. 

Some of you may be more about the visual feast. Maybe 

you want a rainbow of colours? Maybe you want every flower 

to be pink? Maybe you want every shade of green under the 

sun? Think about the light in your garden. Use glass to tint and 

reflect it, glinting in your eye as you walk by. Think of your 

garden as a canvas – throw as much paint at it as you can. 

Something that seems to have been lost in modern gardens 

(and florists) is fragrance. If you are willing to sacrifice this for 

beauty, then that is your prerogative. But if you love wonderful 

smells as much as me, fill your garden with fragrant herbs, 

jasmine, daphne, violets, jonquils and scented roses. Again, 

don’t forget the simple smells – soil, cut grass, drying firewood 

and even impending rain. 

So, now you should have some idea of what you want in 

your own mindful garden. Make it an experience for the senses 

and I promise your mind will follow with peace and serenity. 

Namaste.

CREATING GREAT 

OUTDOORS 

Where do I start? 

We’re heading into that time of year where, as Kiwis, we dust off the BBQ and start 

enjoying our backyards. Have you been thinking about what a cool, landscaped area 

could look like at your place? Have you thought about what it would take to get started? 

At Koru Landscaping, we are experts in this area; we love our work, and know what 

steps are needed to achieve your outdoor dream. 

Do your own research 

To bring your dream to reality, think 

about: 

• Function – what do you want 

to achieve? e.g. create privacy, 

recreation space, beautify, 

attract wildlife… 

• Form – what do you think it will look 

like? e.g. formal, modern, rustic, or 

based on a theme (sound, fragrance, 

movement) 

• Budget – how much do you want to 

spend? 

Inform your ideas: 

• Look online and in magazines etc 

• Go for a Sunday drive for inspiration! 

Bring in the experts 

Share your vision with the Koru team. 

We’ll help you with the form and 

function of your concept by developing 

a landscape plan, including budget and 

timeline, that works for you. 

Koru partners with experienced 

landscape designers and will walk you 

through the process to bring your plans 

to life. 

We can offer valuable advice about 

aspects you may not have thought 

about e.g. irrigation, drainage, 

construction materials. We can make 

plant and turf recommendations to suit 

your site and location. 

Sit back and let the work 

begin… 

Once you’ve settled on a design, 

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commence! 

Koru prides itself on its range of 

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Where the 

wild things are 

In a world where screens are all too prevalent, making a 

conscious effort to create child-friendly outdoor spaces has 

become very important. Craig Wilson suggests a few key 

additions that will enable kids to let their imaginations 

run wild in your own backyard. 

Often when we consider the design 

of our outdoor spaces, we focus 

on things like resale appeal, keeping up 

with the latest trends or being careful 

not to over-capitalise. In our efforts to 

be diligent we can sometimes lose sight 

of the important intangible attributes a 

great backyard can provide. One of those 

may well be how much opportunity it 

will provide for your kids or grandkids to 

enjoy the space. Your backyard may be 

one of the key ‘memory-making’ spaces 

for children as they grow up. 

There are plenty of great ways to 

incorporate ‘play’ into a family friendly 

backyard area. Here are a couple of 

thoughts you may be able to utilise at 

your own place. 

The littlies love a good sandpit to dig in. 

These are often best located in an area 

with morning sun and good afternoon 

shade, preferably visible from the main 

living areas of the house. Make sure you 

work out an effective system to cover 

the sandpit when it’s not in use, to stop 

neighbourhood cats leaving their calling 

cards. When the kids have outgrown it, 

you can remove the structure or plant it 

out as a vege garden. 

A playhouse can be hours of fun 

for kids. 

These can work well tucked into a 

corner of the garden, nestled amongst 

some larger plantings and orientated to 

capture all-day sun. A durable, waterproof 

structure can act as an occasional 

summer ‘sleep out’ for teenagers and, 

in years to come, may be suitable for 

a garden studio or potting shed for 

yourself. 

Mature trees are great for climbing, 

and more. 

If you are fortunate enough to have one 

on your property, a large tree offers 

hours of low-tech fun developing handeye 

co-ordination and gross motor skills 

for your kids. Even better, it could also 

suit a swing or tree hut. An established 

weeping elm left unpruned will eventually 

create its own ‘outdoor room’ with 

curtains of layered leaves reaching right 

to the ground. If you are considering 

planting a climbing tree – time is not on 

your side… depending on the species of 

tree you select it could be a minimum of 

10-15 years before it reaches a suitable 

size to climb. 

An area for ‘messy’ play. 

Research has shown the best garden 

play-space for our children is an area 

where they can freely create whatever 

their heart desires – and mess doesn’t 

matter. This means somewhere they can 

dig, make mud and build huts … This, 

thankfully, doesn’t need to be the totality 

of your garden space and application in a 

suburban section might be behind some 

higher growing shrubs along a fence line 

or a space tucked behind the garage. 

Keep in mind it won’t be needed forever 

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Updating your 

outdoors to fit 

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Think back to when your children were young- the ideal 

garden involved plenty of lawn, a trampoline, perhaps a 

jungle gym or a play house. Space and activities to occupy 

busy little people was a must. 

If you have moved to the next phase, it is possibly with a sense of nostalgia 

that you consider these once adored but now abandoned garden features. 

As children grow and enter the teen years, the idea of spending every 

moment in close proximity to their family starts to lose its sheen- and let’s 

face it, sometimes parents also need space to unwind, away from their 

boisterous teenagers! 

The key is configuring your space to meet everyone’s needs. Indooroutdoor 

flow and entertainment become the main priority. Creating an 

entertainment hub on your property will develop your landscape into an 

oasis for grown-ups and teens alike! 

An Outdoor room 

Nothing improves indoor-outdoor flow quite like an outdoor room. With 

our erratic climate, Christchurch and Central Otago doesn’t often have 

ideal conditions for outdoor entertaining. Adding structures to mitigate 

wind, offer shelter from the scorching summer sun, and retain heat in 

winter will extend your usable living space and draw you outside year 

round. An outdoor room will also provide a haven for your teens and their 

friends, where they can have their space and freedom whilst still allowing 

you to keep tabs on them. An outdoor room can be fitted out very simply 

or contain all the bells and whistles- think pool table, TV, sound system, 

fireplace, bar. 

At first glance, an outdoor room may seem a significant financial 

commitment, but not compared to the addition of a room to your house 

which is exponentially more expensive! 

Pool 

Soaring summer temperatures can turn even the most mild-mannered of 

us into a cranky sloth- When it is so hot you don’t know what to do with 

yourself, nothing beats cooling off in a pool. 

by Goom 

Possibly one of the best ways to remain synched into what your teens are 

getting up to is by being the home his or her friends want to spend time 

at. A pool is a definite magnet for your teen’s friends (and probably for 

your own on a blistering day!). 

Outdoor fire 

Having a heat source outdoors, whether an outdoor fire, heater, pizza 

oven or BBQ, instantly creates a warm and inviting ambience to welcome 

guests in to your outdoor entertaining space. It will also obviously greatly 

extend its use into the chillier months. 

Many are discouraged from acting with urgency in terms of landscaping 

improvements because the decisions involved seem overwhelming: How 

much will it cost? Who do I contact? How do I manage subcontractors? 

How will I manage the project in addition to an already at capacity family 

and work life? 

Goom Landscapes removes this stress. Our easy and flexible process 

involves creating a design tailored specifically for you, your property and 

your budget. We explain the costs of design at the first presentation 

meeting – giving you full cost certainty from the outset. We understand 

that our clients have a variety of budgets and time constraints so you 

can choose to stage the project if that suits you better – have the deck 

completed so you can enjoy it this summer, then finish the remainder 

of your landscape next season. Alternatively, you could put your entire 

project on hold while you save up to build it, knowing exactly the design 

and costs involved. 

Call Goom Landscapes today to discuss redesigning your outdoors 

to fit your next phase. 

TM 

Outdoor Lifespace 

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. 

by Goom 

0800 GOOM LS 

goom.nz 

CHRISTCHURCH QUEENSTOWN WANAKA 

IDEATION-GOM0099


SOEUR DESIGN 

Mustard Line Jersey 

$138 and Navy Linen 

Pants $165 

ECCO SHOES 

• Damara Sandal $229 

• Soft 7 Slip On $299 

• Touch Sandal $249 

MERIVALE 

Add some zing or bling to your summer. 

SILVERMOON LUXE 

Karen Walker Sterling Silver 

Bow Studs $99 

CAROLINE 

SILLS 

Angelina Indigo 

Top $219 

BOCONCEPT 

Amsterdam Lounging Module in Dusty Green Velvet $5639


SALMON HEAVEN 

Have you discovered this purveyor of fine salmon and other 

awesome treats for entertaining yet? Located in Merivale 

Mall, just off the carpark (and at The Colombo), you’ll find a 

terrific selection of salmon as well as award winning cheeses, 

pickles, fruit pastes and West Coast whitebait. Get your 

Christmas orders in for hot smoked or fresh salmon fillets 

and gift packs to impress. 

0800 222 911 or 021 184 6113 • sovereignsalmon.co.nz 

MERIVALE PSYCHOTHERAPY 

AND COUNSELLING 

This boutique psychotherapy and counselling practice on 

Rutland Street offers a fresh approach to psychological support 

and wellness. Helmed by Registered Psychotherapist and 

qualified Counsellor Jacinta Cooney, opening the practice was a 

natural progression for Jacinta’s skills and experience gained as a 

Psychotherapist and Counsellor at both Otago and Canterbury 

Universities and various Christchurch high schools. Jacinta offers 

a wealth of knowledge to help her clients improve emotional 

wellbeing and increase people’s understanding of themselves. 

027 664 8012 • merivaletherapy.co.nz 

MASON CARTER 

How well do you know your four Cs? Cut, colour, clarity 

and carat are paramount when it comes to diamonds and 

gemstones and some of the best knowledge of these in 

Christchurch can be found at this Merivale jeweller. They’ve 

been custom-designing and handcrafting jewellery for 

35 years and offer a repair service to remodel or restore 

your most precious pieces. 

03 355 3352 • 186 Papanui Road 

FROGMORE 

Make Frogmore your destination for gifts that depart from 

the mundane. Pop-in to see the new ranges of handbags and 

wallets and gorgeous summer accessories. You will also find 

jewellery or scarves to complete your look, and will be spoilt 

for choice when it comes to homeware and gift options. 

176a Papanui Road • frogmore.co.nz


CHICOTI’S FINE FOOD 

Make a note to seek out this gem of a café tucked into 

an arcade off Papanui Road on your next shopping spree. 

Paul and his staff serve up a welcome that’s as warm and 

robust as their coffee complemented by a tempting array of 

delicious home-made specialties. 

03 355 1481 • 186 Papanui Road 

DENTISTRY ON MERIVALE 

Meet a small but highly experienced team with a simple goal: 

to provide state-of-the-art dental care in a comfortable and 

friendly environment. Properly restored teeth should be 

comfortable, look natural, and last many years without the 

need for ongoing repair. The amalgam-free practice uses 

only the latest techniques and materials to deliver the latest 

in cosmetic dentistry. With the advent of bonded ceramics, 

implants and the latest composite filling materials, let broken 

down dentition and missing teeth be a thing of the past. Visit 

Dentistry on Merivale and leave with a smile on your face. 

03 355 8297 • dentistryonmerivale.co.nz 

ECCO SHOES 

The ECCO Summer Moments Collection channels 

the lightness and freedom of summer in premium 

leather shoes and accessories. Relaxed yet refined, 

every pair combines rich leather developed in 

ECCO’s state-of-the-art Netherlands tannery 

with innovative technology to deliver the most 

luxuriously comfortable fit around. We quite fancy 

slipping on a pair of Damara Criss Cross Sandals 

to stride out in both style and comfort to enjoy 

a moment at the beach or a town square café 

sipping iced coffee and perusing passer-bys. 

195 Papanui Road • eccoshoes.co.nz

Your Local 

Property Specialists... 

Harcourts Merivale 

The Harcourt’s Merivale office is situated in one of the most 

prestigious and sought-after areas of Christchurch. It may 

be the presence of the four independent schools in the 

area, the village with its boutique shops and wide range of 

restaurants that gives Merivale such a vibrant atmosphere. 

This suburb embodies first class service and the team at 

Harcourt’s Merivale delivers you exactly that. 

When you talk to the Merivale team about this location their 

enthusiasm is evident. However don’t assume they can only 

service this area as they have the capability and knowledge 

to sell real estate right across Canterbury. 

At Holmwood our focus is always our clients and the positive 

experience they attribute to our brand. That experience is 

quintessential to our operation and is effortlessly executed 

by all the individuals you see below. 

If you would like to know more or are 

thinking of making a real estate decision 

then do not hesitate to contact me or 

one of the team. 

TONY JENKINS 

Harcourts Holmwood CEO 

0274 322 896 

tony.jenkins@harcourts.co.nz 

Bridgette 

Andrews 

Licensed Sales 

Consultant 


Cindy-Lee 

Sinclair 


Consultant 


Darren 

Williams 


Consultant 

0275 740 002 

Denise 

Todd 


Consultant with 

Cindy-Lee Sinclair 


Jo 

Mansbridge 


Consultant with 

Cindy-Lee Sinclair 


Lesley 

Falconer 


Consultant 

021 026 00551 

Lexia 

Marshall 


Consultant 


Rebecca 

Gilbert 


Consultant 


Ryoko 

Nishida 


Consultant 


Tim 

Bennet 


Consultant 


Introducing Ryan... 

Ryan has been selling Real Estate for nearly 

ten years both Nationally and Internationally. 

Ryan works tirelessly to ensure that every one 

of his clients receives nothing short of a worldclass 

service. 

Ryan 

Benadé 


Consultant 


175 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 

Phone: 03 355 6677 Fax: 03 355 6678 

Email: merivale@harcourts.co.nz 

holmwood.co.nz

56 STYLE | beauty 

COLOUR WITHOUT 

CRUELTY 

From Chelsea, London, comes a nailcare 

range that is not only cruelty-free, but 

certified vegan and halal (no alcohol or 

animal-derived ingredients), gluten-free, 

as well as ‘12 free’ (meaning devoid 

of the 12 top chemical baddies). By 

Nailberry, L’Oxygene nail polishes are 

even breathable – with water vapour 

able to permeate the polish, ensuring 

your natural nail still gets its daily dose of 

oxygen. The 42 shades promise longwear, 

intense gloss, and high impact 

colour to boot. Exclusively stocked in 

New Zealand at WE-AR (we-ar.com) 

BEAUTY 

NEWS 

Take a long hard look in the beauty drawer 

and think about how you can minimise 

waste and cut out the chemicals. 


STRONG, PEARLY WHITES 

Who knew you should be looking for sea 

salt and magnolia bark in a toothpaste? 

Bonus points if you find hydroxyapatite 

as this naturally occurring mineral, already 

in our teeth, serves as an alternative to 

fluoride, restoring defects in tooth enamel 

and reversing early tooth decay. Combine 

these three key ingredients together and 

you get Grin’s latest addition, 100% Natural 

Strengthening Toothpaste. All from the 

only natural toothpaste brand you’ll find 

at the dentist, as well as supermarkets and 

pharmacies. grinnatural.co.nz 

NOT JUST 

FOR HIPPIES 

Are you an non-believer? Is 

the only makeup you’d put 

your faith in one that boasts 

a human-perfected formula? 

Well, if you were going to put 

a cosmetic line to the test, 

surely it doesn’t get much 

more intense than New York 

Fashion Week. This year, 

vegan and cruelty-free Aussie 

brand INIKA Organic was the 

official makeup for both the 

Tadashi Shoji (left) and House 

of Nonie shows. I don’t know 

about you, but I think those 

results are likely to please 

more than just the vegans.

STYLE | beauty 57 

WASTE NOT, WANT NOT 

Whether you’re a man looking for a look as slick as that 

suit, or a woman wishing for legs as silky as that dress, 

many of us will be reaching for a razor when the sun 

comes out to play. Disposable ones have their place – 

handy to keep in a toilet bag, at the ready for all forms 

of sleepovers. But, if it’s going to end up in the bin one 

day, get something you can put in the yellow one – like 

the Preserve Shave 5, which has a handle made from 

recycled #5 plastic (ohnatural.co.nz). It gets the green 

tick, but if you really want to go plastic-free, look to a 

safety razor – and we’re talking to you too, ladies. It 

might take a bit to get used to, but, from what we’ve 

heard, once you get the technique right (no pressure, 

45-degree angle, care around the bony bits), then you’ll 

be away. 

We’re pining for the Rose Gold Single-Blade Razor by 

Oui Shave, but until they sort out international shipping, 

the Muhle R89 (fineshave.co.nz) comes in rose or yellow 

gold. 

STYLE TIP: Long handles and closed combs suit leg 

shavers, and post-shave care is paramount. 

Are you Event Ready? 

BECKENHAM 140 Colombo St 

ILAM 230a Waimari Rd 

spoiltboutique.co.nz

58 STYLE | beauty 

Screen 

it out 

Clemency Alice gets us primed and ready to turn 

our faces to the sun as the season approaches. 

Sun exposure is one of the biggest threats to ageing 

well and significantly contributes to premature ageing. 

Outdoor exposure of UV rays stimulates melanin 

production, which then produces increased pigmentation and 

sunspots. Sun triggers an increase of free radicals in the body, 

which cause skin collagen fibres to degenerate and premature 

ageing. According to the World Cancer Research Fund, New 

Zealand ranks second place in the Global Cancer Rates listing. 

That is why it is so vital to have corrective sun protection as 

part of your daily skin health routine. 

Did you know a SPF 15 provides only 93 per cent protection, 

whereas an SPF 30 provides 97 per cent and an SPF 50 provides 

98 per cent? In your summer beauty regime, opt for a minimum 

of SPF 30. Never fully rely on your SPF 15 tinted moisturiser for 

full sun protection, instead select an SPF with a minimum of 30. 

SUNCARE TRUTH: If you have an SPF 15 tinted moisturiser 

and layer this with an SPF 30, the level of protection remains at 

SPF 30, not as an SPF 45. 

Apply a generous amount of your sun protection creme at least 

30 minutes before stepping outdoors, and make sure to reapply 

every few hours to ensure adequate sun protection. Remember 

to apply also along jawline, ears, neck and decolletage. Protect 

your skin from the sun even on those dull grey, overcast days. 

UVA rays (responsible for ‘ageing’) are still able to reach your 

skin. Sunscreen is the final step in your beauty routine, i.e. apply 

over your moisturiser and before your foundation. 

Invest in a pair of UV protection sunglasses, a wide-brimmed 

hat that matches your style and a light cashmere shawl. 

(We heart the latest collection of Karen Walker and 

Prada eyewear.) 

Real visible results from hands on 

professional treatments and skincare. 

Upstairs, 184 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 

Phone 03 355 6992 

Stockists of Ultraceuticals • Microdermabrasion • Observ Skin Analysis 

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Lock out those damaging UV rays and maintain your skin’s health 

with these essential sunscreen products: 

LA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS XL 

50 ULTRA-LIGHT FLUID SPF 50+ 

Formulated for sensitive skins, this 

water-resistant sunscreen provides a high 

SPF 50+ to protect the skin from those 

harmful UVA/UVB rays. A lightweight, 

non-greasy fluid texture developed with 

thermal spring water. This is incredibly 

calming and soothing to the skin and 

combats free radical damage. Made sans 

parabens, sans fragrance. 

ELEMIS LIQUID LAYER SPF 30 

This high protection, non-greasy 

sunscreen is formulated with titanium 

dioxide (protecting), vitamin E (healing) 

and jojoba (moisturising and balancing). 

Cellular protecting antioxidants and 

photo-protectants help to defend against 

daily pollutants that can accelerate 

irreversible free-radical damage. 

It absorbs well into the skin and is 

non-irritating, making it a must for 

sensitive, delicate skins. 

lotusspa.co.nz 

SOTHYS SUNSCREEN LOTION 

FACE & BODY SPF 30 

This multi-tasking, hydrating sunscreen 

provides broad spectrum protection 

for face and body. Its silky texture 

ensures an easeful application, and hosts 

skin-loving ingredients to protect the 

skin from the sun and premature ageing. 

Expect your skin to be left 

feeling soft and supple. 

Skin specific facials for men & women 

Proud retailer of luxury British 

skincare brand ELEMIS including: 

Clinically proven Pro-Collagen anti-ageing 

NEW! Vegan-friendly Superfood range 

Award-winning ELEMIS Bath & Body 

View the full range and purchase either 

online or in the Spa. Free delivery within NZ 

Treat them with a Lotus Gift Voucher 

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PREP, PROTECT & PAMPER 

PRODUCTS THAT WILL KEEP YOU LOOKING 

FRESH AS THE SEASON WARMS UP. 

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2. 

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3. 

meccabeauty.co.nz 

ST TROPEZ INSTANT TAN 

This easy-to-use, no-streaks face and 

body lotion glides on to give you an 

instant natural-looking golden tan that 

lasts for up to 24 hours. Combined with 

water and transfer-resistant Rainmac 

Technology, your colour will not streak 

or transfer onto clothing. 

RRP $25 

ELEMIS FABULOUS FRANGIPANI 

COLLECTION 

Indulge from top to toe in the rich fusion 

of Tahitian Monoi oil. Collection includes: 

Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream 200ml, 

Body Oil 100ml, Body Polish 200ml, 

Hand & Nail Cream 100ml, and exclusive 

Frangipani Glow Candle 210g. 

Gift set: $273 

KORRES POMEGRANATE 

CLEANSING WIPES 

An ideal travel companion, these 

refreshing wipes not only cleanse the 

skin and remove face and eye makeup, 

but, thanks to its pomegranate extract 

(rich in tannins and polyphenols) can 

also tighten pores and tone skin. 

RRP $15 

4. 

meccabeauty.co.nz 

5. 

wella.com 

6. 

ballantynes.co.nz 

AQUIS PRIME WATER DEFENSE 

PREWASH 

Maintain pH balance and fortify 

hair against damage caused by washing, 

drying and styling. Sprayed on before 

washing, the Prewash makes hair 

hydrophobic, protecting it from moisture 

loss during cleansing. 

RRP $46 

WELLA PROFESSIONALS INVIGO 

BLONDE RECHARGE 

With a shampoo and conditioner, 

this new range uses bright coloured 

pigments to maintain the tone of 

multi-dimensional natural, coloured and 

highlighted blondes without 

compromising on hair condition. 

RRP $30.90 each 

KAREN WALKER C 

The ABC range of three inspiring scents 

takes Karen’s signature optimism, energy 

and chic-meets-eccentric nature to the 

nose. The most sensuous of the three, 

C is a warm floral with gardenia, magnolia, 

tuberose, Sambac jasmine, orange flower, 

sandalwood and amber. 

RRP $184

SUBLIME 

BLONDE shades 

for summer 

Let Andrea and her team at Bliss hair find 

your perfect shade - achieve your blonde 

ambition thus summer with Kevin Murphy 

and Bliss hair 

1. Crystal Angel is an illuminating 

gloss to enhance existing colour and create 

a unique clear top coat. 

2. Cool Angel magnifies cool ash tones 3. Mute unwanted warmth with Sugared Angel 

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blisshair.co.nz


THE PANEL 

OUR TEAM PUTS PRODUCTS TO THE TEST TO SEE IF 

THEY LIVE UP TO THEIR PROMISES. 

Mike Haircare 

Mike Hamel of GM Hair took the pursuit of hair 

perfection to a new level when created his own 

product line. The resulting products are all natural, 

carcinogenic-free, refillable in salon and made 

entirely in New Zealand. 

Alice Bush 

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Using the shampoo, conditioner and 

Anti Frizz products has made my hair 

feel better than it has in a long time. 

Best aspect? The bottles can be 

refilled and a little goes a long way. 

I wish... packaging was more durable. 

Results? I have trouble finding the 

right balance of products for my hair, 

but with this line it seemed effortless. 

The shampoo was brilliant. Due, 

I’m sure, to the product’s natural 

ingredients, it didn’t strip my hair like 

most shampoos do. The conditioner 

left my hair feeling light and silky. 

After all that I wasn’t sure I needed 

the Anti Frizz, but it did add a certain 

something I didn’t know I was missing. 

One word: converted! 

Best aspect? The lack of sulphates, 

parabens and carcinogenics. 

I wish... I had a bigger set that could 

be my long-term shower staple. 

Results? Prior to this trial, my 

hair was a disgrace. Sun-damaged 

and with embarrassing dry ends, 

I was holding out little hope for a 

resurrection. Yet, from first use of 

this shampoo and conditioner, I 

could run my fingers through my wet 

hair and, very quickly, softness and 

shine returned. While the Anti Frizz 

didn’t fit into my haphazard haircare 

routine as often, it followed through 

with its promise when required. 

Enjoyed sampling the shampoo and 

conditioner along with the Hair 

Thickener. 

Best aspect? Locally made from all 

natural New Zealand ingredients, 

what’s not to love? 

I wish... packaging matched the 

quality of the product. 

Results? Gentle but effective. After 

colouring my hair part way through 

the trial I followed the instructions 

to condition, shampoo, condition 

and was able to achieve the same 

softness and shine. I found the 

Thickener an effortless way to 

achieve those beachy tousled locks 

ideal for summer. 

Our team trialled these products for six weeks. Purchase yours in salon or at gmhair.nz

YOUR NEW AT-HOME 

SPA EXPERIENCE 

Once exclusively available in spas around the world and still lauded as Britain’s #1 luxury skincare brand, ELEMIS 

is renowned for their ground-breaking formulas and transformative results. Encompassing the most powerful biological 

actives available ELEMIS’ meticulous attention to detail, pioneering formulas and remarkably transformative results 

are what truly sets their skincare apart. Proud to be spa partners with ELEMIS, Lotus at Siam Thai Day Spa understand 

skin needs are different, let us help you find an ELEMIS skincare solution to suit you. 

1. 

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This face oil for mature skin is formulated with Raspberry plant 

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leave skin feeling regenerated and resilient. Fine lines appear 

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2. ELEMIS Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream 

Envelop your body daily with this truly luxurious cream wash. 

Advanced body care technology provides an exceptionally skin 

friendly formulation, with a gentle, natural lather that completely 

cleanses the skin without stripping your protective surface oils. 

Fragranced with Frangipani Flowers to leave the skin feeling 

beautifully soft, supple and delicately scented. 200ml. 

3. ELEMIS Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss Capsules 

These little capsules of wonder can do it all… Formulated with 

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of ageing and counteract the damaging effects of everyday 

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A multi-functional spray containing Australian Tea Tree Essential 

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This soothing treatment moisturiser helps to reduce the daily 

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Call us for a phone consultation, or book your free skin consultation with our ELEMIS 

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03 980 5400 • 9 Ernlea Terrace, Cashmere • www.lotusspa.co.nz

FOR THE SMARTEST 

HEAD TO TOE LOOKS 

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for the hottest trending styles at 

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From your favourite accessories and 

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STYLE | fashion 65 

TEE, AS YOU LIKE IT 

New to the scene, Alaska Tees is the brainchild of Augustine co-founder 

Nathan Coe, who’s making sure no two women look the same. It’s all 

about customising the perfect T-shirt, time and time again. Choose one 

of 35 shapes and styles (featuring different sleeve lengths, necklines and 

drape), move on to colour (black and white through to pink) and finally 

decide on the design you want emblazoned across the front. It could be 

anything from a number to a neon pink jaguar – there are more than 

1000 images already, and the three graphic designers add a new design 

every day. Men and children are set to get their turn soon, but in the 

meantime, it’s women only at alaskatees.co.nz 

SHOE OF THE 

MONTH 

If contemporary and timeless is what you seek, 

let us introduce you to Reike Nen. Designer 

Rei Yoon Hong ensures his Korean-made shoe 

line boasts classic silhouettes with finesse. With 

vintage-inspired gold hardware, a chunky 8cm 

heel and box toe, The Maryjane Pump is a 

good example of a modern makeover. 

Reike Nen Maryjane Pumps in coral. RRP $520. 

Available from Head over Heels. 

FASHION 

NEWS 


MODERN ROMANTICS 

Nothing says perfectionist like the 

fashion designer who made four 

dresses for her own wedding. 

Today, Anna Campbell is based in 

Melbourne, where she designs for 

brides looking for a touch of luxury, 

with floating silks, hand-beaded 

embellishments and customdesigned 

laces. Ethically sourced, 

and handmade in Australia, the 

collections are as varied as those 

who will walk them down the aisle. 

Exclusive to paperswanbride.co.nz 

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66 STYLE | fashion 

STYLE 

AND 

sustainability 

When it comes to fashion, do you really know what 

constitutes as sustainable? Words Ella James 

Edun Fall Winter 2018 

There are so many questions that I have about sustainability: Does it mean that I can 

only wear hemp from here on in? Am I to refrain from washing my clothes forever 

more? The answer, thank goodness, is no. 

So, let’s start from the top, shall we? What does sustainability mean? 

It can be surmised that sustainability is the status achieved by meeting the needs of the 

current consumer without compromising how future generations will be able to meet 

theirs. So, bear with me, brands that claim sustainability must actively balance both the 

short- and long-term supply and demand of their resources, without putting the planet, 

their workers or the population at stake. Many of us might suggest that sustainability 

is closely linked to environmental issues, but it’s less common knowledge that both 

economic and social issues are also concerned. 

Brands that are striving to produce sustainable products are not only efficient with 

their resources (from materials, to dyes, to the methods used) but are also actively 

bettering their practices to benefit the economic standing, as well as paying and treating 

each staff member fairly and providing safe and comfortable working conditions. 

Where possible, 

try and avoid 

trend-driven 

garments. 

Instead, opt for 

capsule pieces 

that have the 

scope to be 

worn across the 

seasons. 

What do I need to look for when shopping sustainably? 

Naturally, the most sustainable way to shop would be to refrain from it all together, 

but let’s be realistic here. We can and will continue to shop, but being educated on the 

environmental, social and economic impacts that a brand has on the planet may induce 

thought and consideration before dashing to the checkout.


Gavin dress by Reformation 

Ask yourself if you’re realistically going to 

wear the garment that you’re holding in your 

hand far more than once. Will it transition 

nicely from season to season? Does it 

complement your jackets and shoes? Is it a 

high-quality garment that will stand the test 

of time? And most importantly, does the 

brand commit itself to sustainable practices? 

Information regarding the latter will always 

be readily available on the websites of those 

brands who are proud of their efforts towards 

obtaining sustainability. 

Can sustainability ever be stylish? 

In our defence, brands have long struggled to 

create a balance of sustainability and aesthetic. 

This has been an issue because as consumers, 

we’re largely unwilling to compromise on 

style, accessibility and price. Today, there’s 

simply no excuse; gorgeously stylish garments 

can now be conveniently purchased online 

and on the high street, at prices that are now 

able to compete with non-sustainable options. 

Sustainability isn’t a short-lived trend, it’s 

certainly here to stay, so you can rest assured 

that your next sustainable investment will 

never go out of style. 

Where can I shop sustainably? 

Sustainable brands used to be extremely few 

and far between, meaning that consumers 

would seal the deal with a convenient high 

street options instead. We’re all a little guilty 

of this, right? 

But hold up because today, brands such 

as Kowtow, Edun and People Tree cover 

every style that we could ever desire, making 

sustainable shopping a whole lot easier for all 

of us. Fashion brand Reformation can name 

every single person who’s involved in making 

their clothes, and that’s certainly something 

that we can get behind. 

What steps can I take to be more 

sustainable? 

Where possible, try and avoid trend-driven 

garments. Instead, opt for capsule pieces 

that have the scope to be worn across the 

seasons. 

Shop second-hand. We’re actually spoilt 

for choice with second-hand stores, so save a 

garment from the landfill. 

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Fashion with a 

conscience 

Clothing brand Kowtow is fighting the corner for sustainable 

clothing. With undeniably chic garments that are proven to merge 

seamlessly from season to season, unperturbed by short-lived 

trends, it’s little wonder that this Wellington-based brand is going 

from strength to strength. We caught up with founder Gosia Piatek 

to talk sustainability. Words Ella James 

First things first, I often get overwhelmed about what to look 

for when attempting to shop sustainably. What tips would 

you give to any shoppers? 

Don’t be shy! Ask the retail staff lots of questions. I think that 

the questions need to be from the heart in order to demystify 

exactly what constitutes as sustainable fashion. 

When you founded Kowtow, was your primary focus on 

sustainability or design? 

Both. One cannot exist without the other. Whilst beautiful, 

well-considered and high-quality design is essential, designers 

now have the sustainable and ethical material choices that 

abolish the need to compromise. 

As a brand, did you find it easy sourcing sustainable materials 

and adopting sustainable practices? 

Whilst nothing worth having is easy, it’s imperative to practice 

sustainability if we still want to live on this planet in 100 years. 

There is no other option. We have never thought of creating 

anything at Kowtow without asking a lot of in-depth questions 

regarding sustainability and ethics; it’s our foundation and the 

key to everything we do. 

From Fairtrade organic cotton to ZQ-certified merino, 

sustainable choices for designers have come on leaps and 

bounds since we started 11 years ago and it’s a designer’s 

responsibility to ensure products are created sustainably, 

ethically and ideally with a closed-loop life cycle. 

What’s next? 

We are excited to be introducing our first line of sustainable 

swimwear. The collection is made from regenerated nylon, 

which consists of pre- and post-consumer nylon waste material 

including fishing nets, discarded carpets, plastic components 

and fabrics scraps. To date, our swimwear has recycled 

120kg of discarded nylon to make durable, breathable and 

environmentally friendly swimwear. 

To top things off, we’ll also be expanding into Europe. I spend 

half my time in London, where we have set up a sales office 

with a sales manager. Londoners can expect a pop-up store in 

the New Year. 

To conclude, what one piece of advice can we all live by in 

order to be more sustainable as consumers? 

It’s simple: reuse, recycle, mend and care for your clothing.

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Thou shall not wear my new 

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Thou shall not post to social 

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Thou shall not tolerate 

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Thou shall not wear gym gear 

into the office after a 6am spin 

class. 

Thou shall always keep things 

practical as well as fashionable. 

GYM 

Shop ‘til you squat. 

When it comes to your gym 

kit we recommend lunging 

towards sleek shades of black, 

grey, and if you must, navy. 

Keep loud, garish colours and 

prints for the pub afterwards 

and fill the void left by their 

absence with different materials 

in order to achieve depth. Faux 

leathers, waffle textures and 

even velvets, we’re not kidding, 

will do the trick. Repeat after 

me, ‘no more neon orange 

singlets’. 

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whose 

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Take the plunge and invest in your most 

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We hate to break it to you ladies, but 

the skimpy leopard-print bikini that 

looks great at the pool bar, is highly 

impractical and inappropriate for 

any kind of physical activity, yes even 

volleyball, actually, especially volleyball. 

So to ensure your day at the beach 

goes swimmingly, purchase your 

next swimsuit from a practical yet 

stylish brand such as Cynthia Rowley 

(cynthiarowley.com). We’re all aware of 

the harm that the sun’s powerful rays 

can cause, and at long last we’ve been 

gifted with a swimsuit offering that 

combines SPF 50+, longer sleeves and 

the most wonderful prints. In swimwear 

like this, you’re safe from the wrath 

of unruly waves that once would’ve 

made a mockery out of your unsecure 

swimwear. So, leave your itsy bitsy 

teenie weenie bikinis at home because 

it’s time to suit up. 

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YOGA 

Align your chakras and your yoga kit. 

Sure, yoga is wonderfully spiritual and totally capable of 

transporting you to an exotic, faraway land. But halt, you’re still 

in your local gym, so dressing in tie-dye harem pants and an 

oatmeal-coloured crop top just isn’t going to fly. 

It’s imperative your yoga gear can carry you from downward 

facing dog to the scorpion pose, so keep practicality at the 

forefront of your mind. When it comes to colour, it’s only 

understandable that you might wish to make things a little 

more colourful in comparison to your regular gym garments. 

Whites, minty blues and even pinks all get the go ahead from us; 

especially if you can get your hands on a yoga mat to match. Let 

Alecs Donovan, the rugby-playing yogi, show you how it’s done. 

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Women; Gen Cashmere Pant, $459, and Tannar Tri-Colour Scarf, $369, Elle + Riley. 

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AMY WEARS: Raya Ribb Cardigan, $529, Elle + Riley; 

NomD Monster Tank Dress, $160, Y-3 Adilette Slide and 

Zambesi Over Night Bag, $345, PLUME Christchurch; Nike 

Shorts, $45, Stirling Women; Socks, Stylist’s own. 

DEACON WEARS: Adidas Camo Dipped Tee, $70, Adidas 

Ess Rh Short Ft, $55 and Nike Air Zoom Structure 21 

Trainer, $220, Stirling Sports; Comme des Garcons Beatles 

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DEACON WEARS: Threadborne UA Seamless L/S Top, $80, Puma Archive T7 Track Jacket, $110 and Adidas UltraBOOST CLIMA Trainer, 

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$120 and Adidas Swift Run Trainer, $170, Stirling Women. 

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Vetements Tape Shorts, $650, PLUME Christchurch.

Lorna Jane Rapid Dry 

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More must-haves for the fashionconscious 

male… 


N 

IS FOR NECKTIE 

Neckties are arguably the most essential menswear 

accessory. Whether for work, dinner, or weddings and 

so forth, a rack of quality neckties is an absolute must 

for any respectable gentleman. The thing that will set 

your personal tie collection apart from the rest is variety. 

A range of textures, colours, patterns and widths will 

ensure you’ve got an enviable tie to hand for any given 

occasion. So make like Jason Statham and Alexander 

Skarsgard and get tying. 

M 

IS FOR MOCCASINS 

Moccasins look dapper when worn with cropped chinos 

and a cotton shirt or statement jumper. This style of 

footwear is perfect for quickly kicking off before a walk on 

the beach, but don’t don your moccasins when it’s damp 

out. Whilst they’re totally stylish, made for the elements 

they are not. Colour-wise, the world is your oyster as these 

shoes look suave in any shade, with our favourite shoe 

designers expanding their palettes with each new season. 

Styles that are embellished with tassels and studs may 

take a little more confidence to pull off, but we certainly 

think it’s worth the risk. Comfort and style, guaranteed. 

(‘Gommino’ shoes available from store.tods.com) 

O 

IS FOR OVERCOAT 

Don’t let the promise of warmer 

months catch you off guard; an 

overcoat is a year-round staple 

that, more often than not, extends 

well below the knee. While 

shorter styles are available, to 

achieve that elegant and most 

iconic silhouette, we recommend 

opting for the aforementioned 

below the knee cut. After all, 

the longer they are, the warmer 

they’ll keep you. When it comes 

to material, don’t settle for less 

than 100% wool; it won’t absorb 

water or too much cash from 

your wallet. (‘Corneliani’ checked 

tailored-fit wool overcoat available 

from selfridges.com)

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80 STYLE | motoring 

HAVE IT ALL 

with Haval 

Motoring writer Ross Kiddie finds there is a lot more than 

meets the eye in the Chinese-built Haval H2. 

It’s not often a new brand and whole range of vehicles lands 

in the new car market. But that’s what has happened over the 

last couple of years, with Haval having been introduced to New 

Zealand. 

Well, strictly speaking, Haval is not new; it’s a subsidiary 

company of the Chinese Great Wall conglomerate and the 

nameplate is dedicated to sport utility vehicles only. That’s no 

surprise as the global market has an insatiable appetite for SUVs 

and China will capitalise on that demand. 

Haval is represented here in three body styles, effectively 

small to large. I’m due to pick up the largest soon – the H9 – 

but this evaluation focuses on the baby of the series, the H2. 

The Haval H2 is the car that will get you into the brand 

without breaking the bank. It is available here in two 

specifications, effectively low and high grade. The entry-level 

model is listed at just $25,990, while an extra $2000 will buy 

you leather trim (heated front seats, also electrically adjustable), 

dual zone climate control, uprated audio and a few other 

healthy specification items. 

The test car was the upspec H2, and those features sit over 

and above what could well be considered good specification in 

the first instance. There’s a raft of inclusions even in the standard 

model, such as keyless entry and ignition, sunroof, cruise control, 

tyre pressure monitoring and Isofix child seat tethers. This last 

feature is part of a substantial safety package that has earned 

the H2 a five-star Australasian New Car Assessment Program 

rating. That being the case, you know Haval has been proactive 

in building safety into its models. 

Under the bonnet sits a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder 

engine and it drives through a traditional six-speed automatic 

gearbox. Haval claims 110kW (5600rpm) and 210Nm (2200- 

4500rpm) power outputs, and if you look at the areas where 

those figures are supplied you easily come to the conclusion 

that the makers have put a lot of development work into the 

driveline so that it works with a broad flow of energy. 

It is also an engine that works sweetly. Well, that’s no surprise, 

at 1497cc there’s not a lot of reciprocating mass so it works 

quietly and with fluid turbo boost. There’s no lag, and the 

engine management protocols work in harmony with the sixspeeder 

so that gear changes are instant and structured so that 

respectable acceleration can be gleaned. On that subject, the 

H2 will reach 100km/h from a standstill in 10.5sec and will make 

120km/h from 80km/h in 6.2sec. 

There are three drive modes, all self explanatory – eco, 

normal and snow. I chose normal mode for most of my 

evaluation drive, however, if you are conscious about fuel use, 

eco mode will dull throttle response. 

Unlike its bigger stablemates, some of which have four-wheel-

STYLE | motoring 81 

drive, the H2 is a front-wheel-drive model only, however, 

I must make mention of the suspension engineering. 

Full marks to Haval, the rear end of the H2 is a fully 

independent system, offering suspension freedom and 

promoting a high degree of both handling and in-cabin 

comfort. The spring and damper rates are only mildly 

firmed, but there is still just enough damping so that 

gravitational forces are arrested when tricky corners are 

encountered. 

I took the test car on the loop using some of my 

favourite high country roads and I was hugely impressed 

with its road manners and civilised nature. It is quiet on 

the highway and steers directly, there’s a lot of rubber 

on the road through Korean-made Kumho tyres (235/55 

x 18in), and feedback through the steering is decidedly 

informative. 

On my highway loop the engine ticks over at just 

2000rpm at 100km/h and it uses fuel at the rate of 

6.8-litres per 100km (42mpg), which is not too distant 

from the norm for an engine of this size. My week-long 

average of 10l/100km (28mpg) was a little on the high 

side but worked well with Haval’s combined cycle claim 

of 9l/100km (31mpg). Those figures aren’t outstanding 

given the engine isn’t big, but I guess at around 1.5-tonne 

there is a bit of weight to shift. 

Nevertheless, the H2 is an impressive vehicle, it is easy 

to drive and offers family-friendly ergonomics. All too 

often sport utility vehicles are there to tempt, but many 

families simply don’t have the cash to get into the perfect 

car. That’s where Haval H2 fits the bill well – it is an 

affordable, no-nonsense wagon. 

SPECS 

PRICE – Haval H2, $27,990 

DIMENSIONS – Length, 4335mm; width, 1814mm; height, 1695mm 

CONFIGURATION – Four-cylinder, front-wheel-drive, 1497cc, 

110kW, 210Nm, six-speed automatic 

PERFORMANCE – 0-100km/h, 10.5sec 

FUEL USAGE – 9l/100km 

LIKES 

• Affordable price 

• Five-star ANCAP safety rating 

• Trendy design 

DISLIKES 

• Seats feel like you are sitting 

on them, not in them 

• Fuel use higher than expected 

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82 STYLE | motoring 

CROUCHING JAGUAR, 

HIDDEN DRAGON 

I think I clipped a road cone when I drove out of Archibalds 

in the new Jaguar E-Pace, but I can assure you, by the end of 

this trial, I had it parking itself. Words Kate Preece 

My knowledge of the Jaguar was limited, be it fourlegged 

or four-wheeled. Thoughts of the marque 

conjured images of stately sedans or curvy two-door 

coupes, all in British racing green with wood detailing. Yet 

the Jaguar E-Pace is an SUV, it’s modern and mine was 

‘Firenze red’. 

For town driving, it has everything you need. Those 

already cruising around in late model cars will be familiar 

with the vehicle-controlled elements that make the idea 

of driverless cars a less futuristic reality. Adaptive Cruise 

Control with Queue Assist sees the E-Pace slow down 

to always maintain a safe distance between you and the 

vehicle in front (even when you have it set to 100km/h), 

Lane Keep Assist will correct your route if you drift while 

on the motorway, and Driver Condition Monitor will let 

you know when you need more coffee – or a break. But 

Park Assist is something else. 

The nine-speed automatic not only searches for and 

locates a park, it will then turn the steering wheel to line 

up with its final destination. Prompts leave it to you to 

control acceleration, braking and gear changing, but you 

soon realise how far we’ve come from the Flintstones, and 

how much closer we’re getting to the Jetsons. 

In this particularly upspec R-Dynamic SE P250 model, 

the best place to be was on the open road. The fourcylinder 

2-litre petrol engine promises 0-100km/h in 

7 seconds, and, I tell you what, that’s no joke. The rate at 

which the E-Pace leaped off the mark couldn’t help but 

make a driver smile – like the proverbial cat that’s got 

the cream. 

The E-Pace hits the market to rival the smaller SUVs 

available – think BMW X1 and Audi Q3. So, while there is 

plenty of room for two car seats in the back, the children 

don’t seem a world away. It’s compact, as it is designed to 

be, yet with a panoramic glass roof, as in the test car, things 

– including the family – are looking up. 

With All Surface Progress Control enabling you to set 

a constant speed through slippery surfaces, as well as a 

specific rain/ice/snow mode (complementing comfort, eco 

and dynamic), it’s clear this all-wheel drive Jaguar is not 

afraid of the elements. As a driver, there’s extra peace of 

mind thanks to the E-Pace’s SOS Emergency Call (a button 

situated near the rear-view mirror). When pressed it will 

connect you with emergency services, even when out of 

cellphone range, and it will automatically make the call if 

the airbags are deployed. 

Despite that ‘E’, this is not Jaguar’s foray into the electric 

vehicle market – the first all-electric I-Paces will be on 

display here from January. Fingers crossed there’s the 

opportunity to get behind the wheel of one of these 

because, if the E-Pace is anything to go by, these new cats 

might be crowned king of the jungle yet. 

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NORTH & SOUTH 

Gillian Vine appraises the contrasting attractions 

of Vietnam’s two main cities.

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There are 95 million people in Vietnam and nearly all seem 

to be on scooters aimed at me as I try to cross a street near 

my Hanoi hotel. 

Enlisting the helping of a friendly local, I make the heart-fluttering 

journey to the Lotte skyscraper and pay about $15 to zip up to the 

65th floor observation tower. 

The view is spectacular, even though somewhat hazy as a result 

of the high humidity, 31°C temperature and Hanoi’s location on 

the Red River and its numerous tributaries. 

After a meal of fried rice and shellfish soup, which cost less 

than $6, I repeat the harrowing road crossing back to the five-star 

Daewoo Hanoi, deciding the lake view from my seventh-floor room 

is all I can cope with for now. 

I next venture out on a small-group bus tour as a cunning way 

to avoid being mowed over while exploring the city. I wasn’t entirely 

confident about the side trip, a ride on a trishaw pedalled by a wiry 

man who looked at least 70, but despite my initial nerves, I loved it. 

A ‘must’ on every Hanoi tourist’s itinerary is the mausoleum of 

Ho Chi Minh, ‘Uncle Ho’, the Communist leader who remains the 

symbol of unification of northern and southern Vietnam, although 

he died more than three years before the last American troops left. 

No photos are allowed inside the tomb, guarded by goosestepping 

military in pristine whites. To me, the embalmed body 

doesn’t look real – the hair is very odd – but he draws the local 

faithful, from schoolchildren to the aged. 

Adjacent is the Buddhist temple, Chua Mot Cot, or One Pillar 

Pagoda. Built more than 1000 years ago by a childless emperor, 

it became an important fertility shrine after his wife conceived and 

remains so to this day, although the original structure was destroyed 

by the French in 1954 and the present building is a replica. 

Not far away, some parts of the Temple of Literature 

(Van Mieu) have also been replaced but the essence of Vietnam’s 

first university, which dates back to 1076AD, remains, as do many 

of the steles (stone slabs) that record the names of successful 

students. Mounted on turtles, symbolising longevity, the steles 

underscore the importance of education in Vietnam, a concept 

which crumbled during the 67-year French occupation but was 

reinstated by Ho Chi Minh. 

Image: Gillian Vine 

ABOVE FROM TOP: Dodging scooters on the street 

is a part of everyday life in Vietnam; At Ho Chi Minh’s 

mausoleum in Hanoi, you can view his embalmed body. 

OPPOSITE: Han-Van Mieu, the Temple of Literature, was 

Vietnam’s first university.

88 STYLE | travel Vietnam’s food is a 

major attraction. 

Typical transport 

along the Mekong. 

Image: Gillian Vine 

The importance of Uncle Ho cannot be underestimated. 

When Communist forces seized Saigon in 1975 they renamed 

the city after him. Some 1100 kilometres (two hours by plane or 

33 hours by train) separate the two cities and while, from the 

air, they appear similar – sprawling and surprisingly green cities 

on the caramel-coloured Mekong – on the ground there are 

marked differences. Hanoi retains more French charm while 

Ho Chi Minh immediately presents as more westernised. In the 

south, the 1955-75 conflict is referred to as the Vietnam War 

but in the north it is called the American War. 

Moreover, many locals still call the southern capital Saigon. 

You’ll still find French colonial buildings dotted around Ho Chi 

Minh City too, like my elegant centre-city hotel that has kept 

its 1930s name, Grand Hotel Saigon. 

On a city tour, the Reunification Palace is most interesting for 

the gates broken down in 1975, when the Communists charged 

through, but the CIA building has nothing to remind me of the 

famous evacuation pic of people clinging to chopper skids. At the 

War Remnants Museum the number of American aircraft 

is interesting, while seeing how prisoners were treated is chilling, 

with the scariest exhibit the French guillotine, dragged around 

the country to execute ‘traitors’ until 1969. 

I’m happy to trade grue for calm at the Taoist Jade Emperor 

(or Tortoise) Pagoda. I obey the sign ‘xin de giay dep noi day’ 

(literally ‘Please leave the footwear up’), although I curse that 

I’m wearing laced sneakers, instead of sandals more easily 

kicked off. 

A friendly monk lets me take his photo and hopefully he blesses 

me, as the next part of my journey involves crossing the river in a 

low-slung boat with ratty cane chairs to sit on and no life jackets. 

That seems safer than an even lower-slung canoe along a canal, 

where I’m convinced crocodiles lurk. It’s the only time I’ve been 

glad to learn a species is now rare. 

Back on land, a sumptuous lunch reminds me why I’ve fallen in 

love with Vietnam and leaves me wondering why I left it so long 

to visit and how soon before I can return.


HALONG BAY 

One of Vietnam’s top tourist attractions is Halong 

Bay, 170km east of Hanoi. Famous for its breathtaking 

limestone (karst) islets, it is best appreciated from the 

water, in a modern junk or conventional vessel. Stay 

overnight to indulge in leisurely kayaking and swimming, 

then dine on fat Halong Bay oysters and sleep well before 

rising to experience sunrise over the water, perhaps while 

doing a little tai chi. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit some of the caves, 

of which the most impressive is probably Hang Sung Sot, 

a massive complex filled with stalactites (the ones that 

drip downwards) and stalagmites. A guide pointed out 

ones in the shape of Buddha and various deities, which 

I duly admired but chose to ignore the one he called 

‘Man in the morning’, a vast phallic symbol spotlit in pink. 

Trinket-touting sellers are now rare. Two years ago, 

as part of a push to reduce pollution, the government 

decided to clean up Halong Bay, starting by moving out 

the inhabitants of the floating villages, who travelled around 

the bay selling souvenirs. The villages are now gone and 

pollution issues considerably lessened, although Vietnam 

is slow to catch on to the idea of giving up plastic bags. 

TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS 

BEST TIME TO VISIT: October to March, although rainfall can 

still be high in Ho Chi Minh City in October. Temperatures 

average mid to high 20s. 

MONEY: Vietnam is largely a cash society but NZ dollars can 

be difficult to change into dong ($1NZD =1500 dong approx.), 

so take Australian or US notes, or simply use an ATM. Carry 

only the money you need for the day, leaving the remainder, 

with your passport, in the hotel safe. 

CELLPHONE: Keep charged and learn the numbers for emergency 

services (113 for police, 114 for fire and 115 to call an ambulance). 

WATER: Drink only bottled water and use it to clean your teeth. 

Carry water always, as well as wet wipes, tissues and hand sanitiser. 

SHOPPING: Posh shops usually have fixed prices but in the markets, 

bargaining is expected. Aim to pay no more than half the first price 

the vendor quotes and above all, keep smiling as you bargain.


Meet the team 

With a combined 120 years’ experience in the industry, House of Travel 

High Street Lanes takes travel to the next level. Let us introduce you to 

owner/operator Sarah Crowe and two of her senior consultants, each 

with superior knowledge in different aspects of travel. 

FROM LEFT: 

Sharre Fox, 

Lily Hym, 

Terri Gledhill, 

Nicola Milne, 

Alana Aldridge, 

Sarah Crowe. 

Terri Gledhill 

– Europe 

What’s hot for 2019 travel to Europe? 

Cruising. Kiwis are just cottoning on 

to the fact that cruising is a really great 

value way to see Europe and there is no 

packing/unpacking. The trick is to match 

you with the right cruise and to work 

your itinerary so that it flows beautifully. 

Why is Europe your speciality? 

I lived in Greece for a year and travelled 

extensively through Europe. I love to 

surprise my clients by giving them ideas 

they would never have thought of. The 

hidden gems of wisdom we can offer go 

a long way. People are often surpried 

by how much extra time on the ground 

they gain, often at a lesser cost, by 

booking through us. 

Sarah Crowe 

– Family travel 

Why would we work with a travel agent 

for our family adventure holiday? 

We have access to many different 

companies and work your holiday to fit 

your budget. I recently sent a family to 

Morocco and they had their own personal 

guide who was a Berber, and they were 

taken to places they never would have 

gone as lone tourists. 

Where was your most recent family 

holiday? And your next? 

I took our 10 and 11 year olds on a road 

trip from San Francisco to San Diego. 

Theme parks, horse-riding the Hollywood 

Hills, walking the streets of San Fran, the 

beach; we loved it all! Next trip could be 

Borneo or Sri Lanka. 

Alana Aldridge 

– Asia 

Why is Myanmar one of your 

favourite countries to visit? 

Myanmar is more untouched than a 

lot of the other Asian destinations 

and it is so diverse. My highlights were 

watching the sunset over the temples 

of Bagan and the floating villages of 

Inle Lake. 

What are the most popular Asian 

destinations to travel to at the 

moment? 

Bali is our top seller, as it presents 

such good value for money; Vietnam 

has hidden treasures just off the 

coast that offer luxury resort-type 

experiences; and we are also seeing an 

increase in travel to Japan. 

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BOUTIQUE 

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Tick off your bucket list with Terri Gledhill 

of House of Travel High Street Lanes and 

Albatross Tours. 

Why travel with Albatross Tours? 

“What I love most about these tours is that they’re designed with Kiwis 

in mind. These escorted tours won’t have you packing up and moving on 

every day. Instead, stay at specially selected character hotels for three to 

five nights, and know there’s plenty of time to sightsee, get to know the 

locals and genuinely explore a region – you will leave with a much clearer 

understanding of the destination’s people, history and lifestyle. Often the 

variety of excursions and activities will take you away from the bustling 

tourist crowds too, all to deliver on the promise of a more authentic 

experience. ‘My Time’ is key part of the schedule, which offers a unique 

way of touring that really appeals to me.” – Terri 

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all the hot spots of Spain and Portugal, 

this tour truly delivers on the authentic 

Spainish flavour. 

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TROGIR TO DUBROVNIK 

Explore the Adriatic region before 

escaping to the ‘lavender island’ of Hvar. 

Sip wine in Jelsa, discover lovingly rebuilt 

Mostar (a destination seldom offered by 

other tours) and historic Sarajevo, dine 

on oysters in Mali Ston, take the cable 

car up to Mount Srd and soak up the 

panoramic views of Dubrovink! 

15 SPLENDID DAYS 

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Explore the ‘alternative’ Italy – east of 

the Apennines Mountains. Perfect for 

the seasoned traveller, providing an 

experience on an untouched tourist 

route. See extraordinary mosiacs of 

Ravenna, cable car to the Republic of San 

Marino, wake in a 16th century palace in 

Le Marche, cross the Gran Sasso plateau 

and relax in the sumptuous gardens of 

Villa d’Este in Tivoli! 



“Once a customer cruises with Crystal 

Cruises, they look no further. I’m a real 

foodie, so I love the Michelin-inspired 

food and itineraries that incorporate 

exotic, off-the-beaten-track ports. 

With the 2020 Crystal Esprit itineraries 

including destinations such as Arabia 

and the Seychelles, planning ahead has 

never been so tempting!” 

– Lily Hym 

CRYSTAL ESPRIT 

PLAN YOUR 

The 62-passenger Crystal Esprit offers a unique 

yachting experience with more on-board staff than 

there are guests! This is all-suite, butler-serviced 

accommodation at its best – matching the high quality 

service and attention to detail you would experience 

on a private yacht. Voyages include complimentary 

adventures ashore and use of paddle boards, kayaks 

and snorkelling gear. 

The Crystal Esprit can take you to some of the world’s 

most exclusive shores – out of reach to vessels larger 

and less nimble. 

Test the waters with a trip from Greece to 

Dubrovnik (August 18-25, 2019). Discover the 

hidden treasures of Greece – from the remains 

of Napoleon’s Theatre in Kotor to the cascading 

waterfalls of Nydri and waterfront kefenios of Parga. 

ESCAPE 

Leave winter behind and cruise Greece and 

Croatia in August 2019 with the expertise of 

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The best way to 

travel to Europe 

in 2019 

Nicola Milne from House of Travel High Street Lanes tells us why 

travelling to Europe with Singapore Premium Economy Class is the 

way to go. 

Premium Economy Class and Business Class travel is no longer 

only for the rich and famous. I am finding that more and more 

people are seeking comfort when travelling long distances. 

Many people are spending more on getting to their destination 

than the experience at the destination. It’s all about comfort... 

especially when travelling 30 hours to the other side of the world! 

With airlines such as Singapore Airlines, you can choose to 

upgrade the whole trip, or simply one leg of the journey. It makes 

a difference to realise you have this flexibility. 

Never overlook Premium Economy Class. We often find seats 

on special, and, if Economy is full, it’s possible to waitlist you on 

Premium Economy Class special rates. 

TIPS FOR EUROPE 2019 

With Singapore Airlines set to launch their Premium 

Economy Class service from Christchurch to Singapore, 

just one-stop to Europe, on January 8, 2019, my best 

piece of travel advice is: book early! 

With Europe being such a popular destination for next 

year, even if you are just thinking about going, it pays to 

get in touch with us as early as you can. We are just an 

email away. 


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DOS & DON’TS Down River 

For a different sort of cruise experience, consider taking your travels to 

the rivers that wind through some idyllic destinations. 

DO 

Do get to know the crew. Many have more than one duty, 

and most will go the extra mile for you if you take the time 

to ask about them. 

Do make the most of the free shore excursions. Known 

for being well planned and enjoyable, opt to tick these off 

the list in the mornings and enjoy boat life in the afternoons. 

Do mingle. After-dinner entertainment can include talent 

from the latest port or that one person who thinks their 

dulcet tones demand a microphone. 

Do make the tips count. The bar gets crowded 5.30pm- 

7pm, but tipping bar staff 10-20 Euro on the first day will 

make sure they remember you. You’ll get the jump on 

Hank the Yank ordering (dithering) on his stool and they 

might even bring your order to you, in the comfort of your 

window sofa! 

DON’T 

Don’t consider this as second-rate cruising. From the ships 

to the food and beverage options, the standards of the 

latest river cruises have risen to match those which cross the 

oceans. 

Don’t be late. It won’t be worth the dark glares and audible 

grumbles from fellow passengers waiting to go on shore – 

or, worse still, the big bill to get you back if you miss 

your ride. 

Don’t bother the captain. Getting the ship from A to 

B safely is the captain’s prerogative, and, while this can 

involve a change of plan if rivers are too high or too low, 

it’s the Cruise Director who will be updating your itinerary. 

Usually a good sort, the Cruise Director will provide extra 

commentary on the move and history of the destinations 

ahead. 

Don’t fear the post-cruise bulge. Today’s menus are varied 

and healthy – though the restraint still comes down to you!


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Sleep in a Star-Bed 

Spend the night al fresco in a ‘star-bed’ in the Kalahari 

Desert. Imagine sleeping out under gazillions of stars, a soft 

breeze blowing and the distant call of a lion… for one of 

the best try Kalahari Plains Camp, Botswana. 

Fly Around Safaris 

Fly into exclusive private safari camps by light aircraft, 

avoiding long dusty drives and maximising your time on 

safari in pristine wilderness often inaccessible by any 

other means. 

Breakfast with Giraffes 

Stay in the ‘Out of Africa’ ambience of Kenya’s Giraffe 

Manor, where the resident Rothschild’s giraffes wander 

up at breakfast time and stretch their necks through the 

windows in the hope of a treat. Be prepared to share! 

Hot Air Ballooning 

Float above savannahs teeming with wildebeest on their 

Great Migration in East Africa, or over the stunning dunes 

of Sossusvlei in Namibia. A true bucket list experience! 

Meet the Mountain Gorillas 

Nothing can quite prepare you for the thrill of 

encountering a family of mountain gorillas in the wild; a 

once-in-a-lifetime experience. Rwanda’s Bisate Lodge is 

the ultimate base from which to explore. 

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FEEL-GOOD TRAVEL 

Words Gaynor Stanley 

W 

ellness holidays have been one of the fastest 

growing trends in travel in recent years and 

there’s no sign of this waning any time soon. 

Dutch travel giant Booking.com reports 

the number of us planning to take health and 

wellbeing trips this year almost doubled compared 

to 2017 (from one in 10 to nearly one in five). 

Many of us want to enhance our physical 

fitness walking or hiking (56%), cycling (24%) or 

immersing ourselves in water sports activities 

(22%). Visiting a spa or receiving beauty 

treatments was high on the agenda for 33% of 

people, with a further 16% planning full body 

detox, yoga or meditation retreats. 

Essentially, spending money on travel 

‘experiences’ makes us feel good. Unlike the 

instant gratification we get from buying ‘things’, 

which quickly fades, buying travel experiences 

makes us happier in the long run. 

Even just planning a trip is better for our mental 

health than anticipating a material purchase (per 

a Cornell University study from 2014) and there 

is plenty of science supporting the old saying 

‘travel broadens the mind’ that tracks how being 

in a different environment stimulates new neural 

pathways and positivity. 

Experiential travel’s slower pace also gives us a 

chance to pause and reflect on our life and return 

home revitalised. So if you want to feel all sugar 

and spice, may we suggest adding one of these 

experiences to your bucket list. 

Tramping with pampering 

Australia’s Great Ocean Road is world famous 

as a dramatic scenic drive, but those in the know 

are enjoying it at a much slower pace these days 

on the Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk. With just 

a day pack to carry, you’ll hike 40km over four 

days with an intimate group of 10 across wetlands, 

wild beaches, rocky headlands and deep forested 

valleys. Foot spas, local Victorian wines and 

gourmet dining, king beds and crisp sheets beckon 

in the architectural eco lodge you’ll retire to each 

night. And once you reach the iconic Twelve 

Apostles you’ll helicopter out to retrace your trail 

from the air. Closer to home: walk from lodge to 

lodge along the Queen Charlotte Track. 

Cycling for softies 

If the Tour de France whets your wanderlust each year, perhaps 

it’s time to saddle-up. The world’s perennial favourite holiday 

destination doesn’t just attract or cater to cycling’s elite. Guided 

tour operators abound that make it almost a doddle for us 

enthusiastic amateurs to pedal from one patisserie to the next. 

With 2800km of cycle routes, the Loire Valley is recommended 

as one of the premier crus for a two-wheeled holiday. There 

are plenty of gentle paths for first-timers to meander and with 

your very own support crew transporting your Louis Vuitton 

to the night’s chateau, your basket need merely contend with 

a baguette and some brie. Your road crew will eliminate any 

headaches from punctures or vineyard visits that wreak havoc 

on your balance too. Closer to home: opt for a guided tour of the 

six-day Alps to Ocean Trail from Mount Cook to Oamaru.


Wellness that wows 

Those serious about shifting their health into 

a higher gear need only travel to Glenorchy 

for a world-class wellness experience at 

Aro Ha. The surroundings and service are 

five-star sublimity but be under no illusions, 

you will not be checking in for pampering. 

Each day will see you up super early for a 

packed day of strenuous mountain climbs, 

yoga, pilates, interval training and mindfulness 

exercises. The other essential element of an 

Aro Ha adventure in wellness is nutrition. 

The vegetarian diet is paleo-friendly, glutenfree, 

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Those who like to go against 

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The Little Bistro 

This is Akaroa’s awardwinning 

exceptional spot for 

foodies. A must try for cosy, 

intimate dining and for those 

who love skilfully crafted and 

presented dishes. The menu 

showcases locally grown 

produce and wines sourced 

totally from Canterbury 

vineyards. 

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DESTINATION 

BANKS 

PENINSULA 

Cantabrians are so fortunate to have this 

multi-faceted gem on our doorstep. 

Tresori Motor Lodge 

With its great location and contemporary French architecture, 

Tresori Motor Lodge makes for a memorable Akaroa experience. 

Located just 50 metres from the main wharf, waterfront shops 

and restaurants, it offers luxury accommodation for couples or 

families. All units and apartments have kitchenettes, most have 

spa baths and the fully self-contained luxury apartments boast 

harbour views. 

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Akaroa Criterion 

Motel 

When you next want to enjoy 

an Akaroa sojourn, make 

sure to consider the superb 

hospitality and expansive views 

the Criterion Motel offers. 

Contemporary, super king studio 

apartments, all with balconies. 

Ring direct for the best deal. 

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The Wharf, Akaroa 

Fresh from a refurb, the 

Wharf relaunched at the end 

of September as a premium 

seafood restaurant, bar and 

boutique luxury hotel. Serving a 

fun vibe with a side of stunning 

harbour views, it seats 80 

indoors and 65 on the terrace. 

thewharfakaroa.co.nz 

Little River Gallery 

Step inside and behold an 

amazing range of unique, 

quality 100% New Zealand 

mementos, giftware and 

jewellery. Delve further for 

original fine artwork, oil on 

canvas, bronze and prints from 

some of New Zealand’s 

preeminent artists. 

littlerivergallery.com


Glowing Sky 

This family owned manufacturer of fine merino clothing brings 

its stylish and easy-care range for men, women and children to 

a new retail store in Akaroa this November. Made locally from 

wool grown in the Southern Alps, Glowing Sky garments are sold 

exclusively through its own stores and website. 

glowingsky.co.nz 

Southern Bays Motorcycle Tour 

Explore the stunning vistas of the wild and remote Southern 

Bays on an adventure motorcycle with a local guide. Learn about 

the geology, history and current use of the Peninsula. Learner 

motorcycle licence needed. Bikes and all gear supplied. Visit the 

Banks Peninsula Experience website, check out the Trip Advisor 

reviews and you’ll soon be booking your ride. 

bpexperience.co.nz 

The Point Holmes Bay 

Escape to paradise at The Point, an off-thegrid 

clifftop retreat in Pigeon Bay. Sea views, 

spacious comfortable design, open fires 

indoors and out, and a private swimming cove 

make this a truly unique stay. 

bachcare.co.nz/property/4839 

Mt Vernon Lodge 

Amazing views and great facilities make Mt Vernon Lodge the 

optimal choice for your stay in Akaroa. Ideal for a romantic or 

family getaway, the range of accommodation caters especially 

well for weddings and conferences. 

mtvernon.co.nz 

The Giant’s House 

Eccentric, zany, colourful, magical – this is a Garden of National 

Significance that will make the whole family smile. Dubbed the 

Happiest Garden on Earth, delight in incredible mosaic gardens, 

sculptures and a splendid contemporary art gallery. 

thegiantshouse.co.nz

102 STYLE | food 

Nourishing Bowls in Nelson 

I never need an excuse to visit New Zealand’s sunniest 

city, but now I have another. The Vines Village Café and 

Wine Cellar is my new go-to for fantastic coffee, tasty 

slices and wholesome bowls. My fave is the Nourish Bowl 

– cabbage, edamame, tomatoes and tempeh, you really 

can’t go wrong. There’s also plenty of wine and gin on 

offer, so make sure to add it to your list next time you’re 

heading to Marlborough. 

image: Christchurch NZ 

Take a Moment 

The bustling corner of Manchester and St. Asaph streets just got even cooler 

with the opening of Moment. We’ve fallen hard for the beautiful, sunlit café and 

its Instagram-worthy interior. The team is serving up classic breakfast and lunch 

options with a twist. Look out for the spectacularly presented poke bowls and 

vegan Benedict. We’ve also got our eye on the carrot cake smoothie. 

FOOD 

NEWS 

Words Vanessa Ortynsky 

Christchurch Food Chase Highlights 

The inaugural Christchurch Food Chase has now been and 

gone, but we’re hoping it’ll soon return (hint, hint). With 

restaurants throughout our fine city taking part, we attempted 

to try as many new dishes as possible. Standouts included the 

brunch of steamed greens and poached eggs piled on top of 

a bed of mashed polenta at The Fermentist, and the chicken 

dish at Boo Radley’s. The Hellenic burger at Welles Street 

was a crowd pleaser, winning favourite dish overall. 

image: Vanessa Ortynsky 

Finger Lickin’ Good 

Perhaps I’ve been living under a rock, but it wasn’t 

until recently that I discovered Smokey T’s BBQ at 

The Corner Store (314 Cashel Street). The BBQ 

joint is home to the best beef brisket and pulled 

pork in the city. Order the brisket burger with 

waffle fries and wash it down with a beer. You can 

thank me later. The multi-use space is also home 

to art studios, a café and offices. You’ll find us here 

throughout the summer months. 

image: Vanessa Ortynsky



STYLE | food 103 

First Impressions 

Always on the hunt for Christchurch’s 

best burger, I was ridiculously excited to 

happen upon Nimpression – a new café 

and lunch spot on Moorhouse Avenue. 

The drinks menu was enough to reel me 

in with a selection of matcha and turmeric 

beverages. I ordered an iced matcha latté 

and it was scrumptious and filling. For 

lunch, I couldn’t resist the cheeseburger 

and shoestring fries. Nimpression also 

serves breakfast staples like eggs Benedict 

and a selection of sandwiches, salads 

and panini. The café itself is spacious and 

welcoming. Service is friendly and it’s fine 

to linger over a laptop or book. 

The Best of Bessie 

For date night, I can’t go past Bessie on 

St Asaph Street. The meat-focused fine-dining 

restaurant serves up the best cuts in the city. If 

you’re after something a bit different, I suggest 

trying the tomahawk steak. It’s perfect for 

sharing alongside a few sides. We paired it with 

roasted potatoes seasoned with rosemary, 

clams and a handful of their delicious cocktails. 

The establishment is intimate and cosy, ideal for 

celebrations of any sort. 

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Contact Development Manager Andy Bell to discuss this 

opportunity. Mobile 021 449 256 or andy@bushinncentre.co.nz

Joyful 

Fisherman’s Wharf 

Sesame Sushi & Asian Fusion 

CULINARY 

DESTINATIONS 

OF CHRISTCHURCH 

Café Kudos 

SESAME SUSHI & ASIAN FUSION 

Discover why people are raving about 

the sushi and Asian fusion dishes at 

this stylish, quick service restaurant in 

Sydenham. Freshly prepared from the 

best quality ingredients, yet inexpensive, 

is the order of the day. All your 

Japanese favourites like sushi, nigiri, 

donburi, bento boxes, plus signature 

must-tries like the Sushi Salad. Great 

seafood and they cater for vegans. Dine 

in or takeaway. Sesame Sushi can cater 

for all functions no matter the size with 

a great selection of platters. 

33 Elgin Street, 03 943 7872 

facebook.com/sushiasianfusion 

CAFÉ KUDOS 

With a fresh summer menu that 

includes a new breakfast line-up, 

Café Kudos is a regular haunt for 

local business people as well as those 

travelling through. Open Monday 

to Saturday, for breakfast and lunch, 

the fully licenced café also caters 

for functions and offers its own 

boardroom for corporate gatherings. 

235 Annex Road, Middleton 

03 338 1801, Instagram @cafe_ 

kudos 

JOYFUL RESTAURANT 

This restaurant strives to create a joyous 

atmosphere and the best tasting Chinese 

food. The chef-in-charge will cook your 

meal with perfect judgment. Despite its 

large size, the service is quick and goodnatured. 

Don’t miss the fried dumplings 

– touted by some as the best in 

Christchurch. Family-friendly and equally 

good for date nights or functions for up 

to 150, Joyful has plenty of on-street or 

rear parking too. 

102 Riccarton Road, 

03 341 6883, 

joyfulrestaurant.co.nz

Coffee Fans 

Three Cows 

Corner House 

Maki Mono 

THREE COWS 

Fresh food, expert staff and a warm 

atmosphere – Three Cows has won 

over plenty of diners in Kaiapoi with its 

simple recipe for success, and its café, 

restaurant and bar on Victoria Street 

is proving just as popular. The large 

outdoor dining area makes it a perfect 

spot for a morning coffee or business 

lunch, and the space transforms in the 

evening to welcome diners for a meal 

or a cocktail. The menu features plenty 

of elegantly prepared favourites, as well 

as options for the more adventurous. 

The experienced team can also cater 

for Christmas functions and events. 

Sunday – Kids meals with free dessert 

and drink (Victoria Street only). 

71 Victoria Street, 

03 377 8944 

194 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, 

03 327 5009 

FISHERMAN’S WHARF 

Boasting spectacular harbour views 

and a warm and friendly atmosphere 

overlooking the working port of 

Lyttelton, Fishermans Wharf offers a 

great range of wonderful meal options 

to suit all. With the freshest locally 

caught fish and local produce the saying 

goes “from boat to plate”. 

39 Norwich Quay Lyttelton 

03 328 7530, 

lytteltonwharf.co.nz 

MAKI MONO NORTHLANDS 

Looking for something fresh and healthy 

with variety for lunch or dinner? Be 

sure to visit Maki Mono Northlands. 

With a full range of fresh sushi daily, 

and delicious hot bento bowls there’s 

something to suit everyone. Maki Mono 

offers both brown and black sushi rice, 

mouth-watering salads for something 

lighter and sushi platters for easy 

impressive catering. Maki Mono can be 

found in both the food court and at 

the other end of Northlands, near The 

Warehouse. 

Northlands Shopping Centre 

03 354 1088 

makimono.co.nz 

CORNER HOUSE 

Many make a beeline to Church Corner 

Mall for Corner House’s expansive 

menu of Cantonese dishes. From soups 

to sizzling plates at very reasonable 

prices. The menu choices include tofu 

and vegetable options, plus everyone’s 

favourite meats, even venison. Corner 

House is open for lunch and dinner 

and offers takeaways too. They serve 

dim sum every day and stay open late. 

Walk-ins welcome. 

376 Riccarton Road, 

03 341 6992, 

facebook.com/cornerhousenz 

THE COFFEE FANS 

Both the food and the coffee are Prima 

at this cafe (the tea is Teas Me) serving 

brunch and light meals daily. Enjoy an 

awesome choice of freshly-made salads, 

wraps, frittatas, pies, bliss balls and sweet 

treats, with gluten-free and vegan options. 

It’s dog friendly with free Wi-Fi. 

159 Cranford Street, 

03 355 8744 

facebook.com/TCoffeeFans

106 STYLE | wine 

KNOW YOUR 

ORGANIC WINE 

TERROIR 

Organic wine consumption is on the rise and more than 

10 per cent of New Zealand wineries now hold organic 

certification. Gaynor Stanley spoke to Rebecca Reider 

from Organic Winegrowers New Zealand to learn 

more – and whether it’s true drinking organic wine 

promises less intense hangovers. 

Firstly, what qualifies a wine as organic? 

Organic wines must only be made using only natural products; 

no synthetic chemical fertilisers, pesticides, or herbicides are 

permitted. 

Why are more growers converting to organic? 

Two main reasons, says Rebecca. Going organic appeals to 

winegrowers who are really passionate about taking care of 

their land. “Feed up the soils and the vines will eat a wellbalanced 

meal, not Coca-Cola.” Winemakers also report that 

when they convert to organic growing they achieve more 

flavoursome grapes due to thicker skins, which is where flavour 

and tannins come from. As well, consumer demand is growing, 

both here and overseas. This sees 1700 hectares of vineyards 

farmed organically today, compared to just 50 hectares in 2000. 

Rebecca reports an “incredibly receptive” response to New 

Zealand’s first Organic Wine Week in September too. 

So the all-important terroir is even more vital. How do 

growers avoid using chemicals and achieve healthy soils? 

“Similarly to our own health, organic growers must be really 

proactive to avoid having problems in the first place. They 

focus on keeping the soil and vines healthy throughout the 

seasons,” says Rebecca. Nurturing a diverse, rich community 

of plants, soil, insects and microorganisms is vital. They do this 

by carefully managing the amount of light and air than flows 

through the vine canopy, using probiotics to stimulate beneficial 

bacteria, rather than chemically eradicating bad bacteria after 

it’s established, and by attracting beneficial insects. Many plant 

buckwheat or phacelia flowers between grape rows to attract 

insects that feed on pest caterpillars. 

Does this result in wine that’s better for us? 

Generally, organic wines will contain way less sulphur dioxide 

– a common wine preservative often cited as the main culprit 

for those shocking hangovers. To be certified organic a wine 

must have less than 150mg/l of sulphites. Rebecca also points 

out there’s no legal requirement in New Zealand for wine labels 

to disclose what chemicals have been used in its production. 

Choosing organic is a guarantee that only natural products have 

been used. 

Can you taste the difference? 

If you have a highly sensitive palate, quite possibly. A 

groundbreaking French study in February this year tested 

professionals from the wine and culinary world in blind taste 

pairings of organic and non-organic wines to see if they could 

identify which contained the pesticides. Fifty-seven per cent 

identified the wines containing pesticides and organic wines 

were preferred 77% of the time. 

New Zealand’s organic wine sector quantifiably punches 

above its weight in accolades. Out of the 67 wines selected for 

Air New Zealand’s Fine Wines of New Zealand 2018 list, 29.7% 

were certified organic. 

Some vineyards are also biodynamic, what does that mean? 

On top of organic practices, biodynamic growers use special 

plant, animal and mineral preparations, and work closely 

with the rhythmic influences of the sun, moon and planets 

to maximise their land’s natural potency. Only a handful of 

New Zealand wineries, including Millton (pictured above) and 

Felton Road, have gone to the extra expense of biodynamic 

certification, though more follow biodynamic practices. 

Style’s organic tipple picks: 

Millton – pioneered NZ organic and biodynamic wine 

production when most other growers thought they 

were insane. 

Villa Maria – among the big guns, they’ve made the 

biggest organic commitment and are so happy with the 

results, they’ve committed to converting 50% of their 

vineyards to organic. 

Felton Road – at the leading edge of organically 

produced wine, go here for your high-end drop. 

Terrace Edge – this small Waipara producer surprised 

many with its performance in the last Organic Wine 

Awards. 

Many organic wineries don’t advertise their certification 

on bottle labels – check which are certified organic at 

organicwinenz.com

From family favourites to 

drama-loving Diva’s… 

…there’s something for everyone at the Isaac Theatre Royal. Set in the heart of the city, it’s a unique and 

distinctive venue which plays host to everything from operas and ballets to concerts and musicals; from 

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Thu 28 Feb 2019 

Mon 4 Mar 2019 

12 – 16 Mar 2019 

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Kate Easton, Nichola Hiatt 

Suze Patterson, Jo Scott-Lysaght, Anna Lemon 

STARSHIP DIAMONDS 

& STARS HIGH TEA 

Melissa McDonnell 

Guests dressed their best and gathered at the Hagley 

Oval to enjoy a delicious high tea in the spirit of 

generosity. The Friends of Starship raised more than 

$100,000 to support the Starship National Air Ambulance 

Service – a service designed to accelerate better health 

outcomes for all New Zealand children. 

Charlotte Smulders, Gina Satterthwaite 

Meg Black 

Amelia Simpson, Emily-Jane Ullrich 

Rachel Evans, Meredith Gudsell, Kelly Bush

Petra Bagust 

Gina Satterthwaite, Pen and Ben Gough, Lesley Johnston, Georgia Satterthwaite 

Catherine Aitken, Mandy Steel 

Charlotte Smulders, Diana and Nick Smith 

Karen Peat, Michelle Crouch 

Leanne Quirk, Jackie Kirwan-Green 

Marg Foster, Lindy Owen, Chris Korako, Glenda Harding, Heather Carter

Kim Connors, Amanda Healy 

Leanne Whitteker, Andrea Moyle 

Hannah Bird, Malia Wark 

Kirstie MacMillan, Holly Parfitt 

TASTE 

NORTH CANTERBURY 

Wineries from across the region came to town for one 

night of indulgence – and education. Attendees 

gleefully sipped locally grown drops, chatted to the 

winemakers and nibbled on Grizzly bread with decadent 

Barrys Bay cheese. What better recipe for success. 

Anna Flanagan, Sarah Maginness 

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Mona Vale Homestead • The Iris Lawn • Tait Technology Centre 

Arnya Watson, Michelle Cowles 

Christchurch Gondola • International Antarctic Centre 

The Great Hall • Christchurch Art Gallery• Isaac Theatre Krissy Griggs, Royal Mel Wong 

Lincoln Events Centre • The Piano • Valley of Peace 

French Farm • Flaxmore Gardens • Lacebark 

Waipara Hills Winery • Tipapa Estate • Harpers Homestead... 

Tailored choices – Trusted Caterer 

Photo: Susannah Blatchford Photography 

Caroline Stack, Hannah Guzy, Chantelle Blight, Olivia Burtt 

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Millie Forgeson, Katherine Giles 

Sue and Rebecca Williams, Elle Pugh 

ELLE + RILEY LAUNCH 

Elle + Riley opened its beautiful new store on 182 Papanui Road 

and invited guests to browse their signature cashmere garments, 

sip on bubbly and indulge in cheese boards. The store was bright and 

airy, with spacious change rooms and even a fire place! 

Yolande Ellis, Elle Pugh 

Liz and Emily McGregor, Nerilee Kidd 

Julia McKenzie, Jessica Coleman

Helen and Mark Smith 

Jane Lattimore, Jonathan Connolly 

MEDBURY DENIM 

& DIAMONDS SOIREE 

The Medbury School Parents’ Association’s annual event 

was once again a resounding success. Dressed to match 

the ‘denim and diamonds’ theme, attendees were treated to 

a signature drink upon arrival and served delicious canapes 

throughout the night. The silent and live auctions generated a 

fizz in the air, while the music kept the dancing shoes moving. 

Amber Douglas, Ingrid Swartz 

Shelley Haworth, Dev Eglinton 

Nicola and Daryl Young 

Wayne and Rachel Stevens 

Sarah James, Jo Macauley 

Simon and Emma Graham 

Ulia Ash, Anita Gourley, Anna Jones, Sarah Sutton, Sarah Michaelides 

Nick Buchan and Kate Easton

Andrea Winder, Fiona Macleod 

CHRISTCHURCH CASINO 

CHARITY POKER NIGHT 

Sixty6 on Peterborough was transformed into an aqua 

oasis as another of Christchurch Casino’s lavish 

charity events rowed into town. The ‘Poseidon’s Poker’ 

night saw guests well watered and an impressive $10,000 

given to local charities. 

Layla Moutrib, Jordan Walker 

Kathryn Eagle, Kate McCullough, Tanya Cooke 

Matthew Mark, Luci Williams, Justin Wallace 

Michaela Blacklock, Tracey Berry, Emma West 

Andrew Turner, Ben Knox, Akira Lefevre, Glen Harris 

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114 STYLE | win 

WIN! 

Every month, Style sources a range of exceptional prizes to give away. 

It’s easy to enter, simply go to www.style.kiwi and fill in your details on the ‘Win With Style’ page. 

Entries close November 23. 

CAFFEINE ON 

THE GO 

Designed to be a small, 

light and versatile handheld 

espresso machine, the 

MiniPresso GR (presso. 

co.nz) turns boiling water 

and ground beans into an 

enviable brew in a few 

pumps. Ideal for times when 

you leave town – and your 

favourite barista – behind. 

We have one, worth $99, 

to give away. 

BOTTLE TO BAG 

A bit of Kiwi ingenuity brings a lightweight shopping bag 

option to the table. The reusable, pocket-sized Zerobag 

2.0 is made entirely from recycled plastic bottles! We 

have one of each colour ($12.95 each) to help keep 

that plastic bag count down. 

OFF THE FIELD AND 

INTO THE KITCHEN 

NZ Rugby Stars Cookbook 

showcases fabulous recipes from 

our rugby superstars, including 

current players such as Kieran Read 

and Sam Cane, retired heroes – 

including Richie McCaw and Sean 

Fitzpatrick – and favourites from 

the Black Ferns, the Sevens, Super 

Rugby and the Wheel Blacks. We 

have three copies ($39.99 each) 

to give away. 

SOUNDS GOOD 

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