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PAGE 4 Wednesday December 9 2020 BAY HARBOUR Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! Only 14 days till Christmas TOP 12 BOOK PICKS FOR CHRISTMAS NON FICTION FICTION KIDS Down South In Search of the Great Southern Land by Bruce Ansley In Down South, writer Bruce Ansley goes on a journey back to his beloved South Island. From Curio Bay to Golden Bay, in Down South writer Bruce Ansley sets off on a vast expedition across the South Island, Te Waipounamu, visiting the places and people who hold clues to the south’s famous character. Not so very long ago, the South Island had most of New Zealand’s people and just about all of the money. Gold miners found fortunes in the hills and rivers, sheep barons straddled mountains, valleys and plains. Wealthy southerners ruled the government. Where now lies the South Island’s golden fleece? And what is its future? Murder on Mustique by Anne Glenconner Mustique is in a state of breathless calm as a tropical storm edges towards it. Most villa owners leave but a few remain to party on. When the body of a young American heiress is found the island’s sole policeman must begin a murder investigation just as the storm hits. An entertaining mystery from the author of Lady in Waiting. Ickabog by J K rowling The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold, a king with the finest moustaches you could possibly imagine, and butchers, bakers and cheesemongers whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them. Everything was perfect - except for the misty Marshlands to the north which, according to legend, were home to the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth, to scare children into behav ing. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their own. Could a myth unseat a beloved king? Could a myth bring a once happy country to its knees? Could a myth thrust two children into an adventure they didn’t ask for and never expected? If you’re feeling brave, step into the pages of this book to find out A Promised Land by Barack Obama In the stirring, highly anticipated first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama tells the story of his improbable odyssey from young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world, describing in strikingly personal detail both his political education and the landmark moments of the first term of his historic presidency—a time of dramatic transformation and turmoil. Obama takes readers on a compelling journey from his earliest political aspirations to the pivotal Iowa caucus victory that demonstrated the power of grassroots activism to the watershed night of November 4, 2008, when he was elected 44th president of the United States, becoming the first African American to hold the nation’s highest office. Girl in the Mirror by rose Carlyle Beautiful twin sisters Iris and Summer are startlingly alike, but beyond what the eye can see lies a darkness that sets them apart. Cynical and insecure, Iris has long been envious of open-hearted Summer’s seemingly never-ending good fortune, including her perfect husband, Adam. Called to Thailand to help sail the family yacht to the Seychelles, Iris nurtures her own secret hopes for what might happen on the journey. But when she unexpectedly finds herself alone in the middle of the Indian Ocean, everything changes. Now is her chance to take what she’s always wanted - the idyllic life she’s always coveted. But just how far will she go to get the life she’s dreamed about? And how will she make sure no one discovers the truth? 130 Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths Andy and Terry have added 13 new levels to their treehouse and now it’s even more out of this world than before! There’s a soap bubble blaster, a GRABINATOR (it can grab anything from anywhere at any time), a time-wasting level, a toilet paper factory (because you can never have too much toilet paper), a super long legs level, an extraterrestrial observation centre and the best bookshop-in-a-treehouse-in-a-tree-ina-forest-in-a-book in the whole world! Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up. Bella My Life in Food by Annabel Langbein For the first time, Annabel Langbein, New Zealand’s most popular cookbook author, writes about her remarkable life and how food has shaped it, highlighting some of the recipes that have resonated most strongly with her over the years. From her childhood fascination with cooking to a teenage flirtation as a Maoist hippie, to possum trapping and living off the land as a hunter and forager, to travelling and starting her own croissant business in Brazil, Annabel’s life has always been centred on food and nature. Out of this came an obsession with creating cookbooks, introducing a generation of cooks to her simple recipes for delicious, stylish meals. The Dry by Jane Harper It hasn’t rained in Kiewarra for two years. Tensions in the farming community become unbearable when three members of the Hadler family are discovered shot to death on their property. Everyone assumes Luke Hadler committed suicide after slaughtering his wife and six-year-old son. Federal Police investigator Aaron Falk returns to his hometown for the funerals and is unwillingly drawn into the investigation. As suspicion spreads through the town, Falk is forced to confront the community that rejected him twenty years earlier. Because Falk and his childhood friend Luke Hadler shared a secret, one which Luke’s death threatens to unearth. The Grinny Granny Donkey by Craig Smith & Katz Cowley The Grinny Granny Donkey is the third book from Craig Smith and Katz Cowley, the creative team behind the Scottish Granny internet sensation, The Wonky Donkey! At a time when bringing stories of laughter, hope, kindness and courage to children seems more important than ever, The Grinny Granny Donkey delivers a heartwarming hug and a dose of laugh-outloud family fun in honor of grannies everywhere. Impossible: My Story by Stan Walker A startling and important memoir about family and forgiveness, love and redemption For the first time, Stan Walker speaks with startling honesty about abuse and addiction, hardship and excess, cancer and discrimination, and growing up in a family where love and violence were horribly entwined. From one of the finest singers to emerge from Australia and New Zealand Aotearoa in a generation, Impossible is a story of redemption and the power of forgiveness. It’s also a story about courage and hope; about a young Maori boy finding his place and purpose, never forgetting who he is and where he came from. Because of You by dawn French After five long years of waiting for a new novel, Dawn’s millions of fans will fall in love with this tantalising story of motherhood. This is a book about mothers and daughters, love and loss, mistakes and regret. It’s a book about nature and nurture. Ultimately, it’s a book about what makes us who we are - it is a story for all of us. Following her wonderful bestsellers A Tiny Bit Marvellous, Oh Dear Silvia and According to Yes, Because Of You is Dawn French’s stunning new book, told with her signature humour, warmth and so much love. Diary of a Wimpy Kid – In The deep end by Jeff Kinney In The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ready for the adventure of a lifetime. But things take an unexpected turn, and they find themselves stranded at an RV park that’s not exactly a summertime paradise. When the skies open up and the water starts to rise, the Heffleys wonder if they can save their vacation - or if they’re al ready in too deep. And don’t miss an all-new fantasy from Greg’s best friend in Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure, the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid- Rowley Jefferson’s Journal. 1005 Ferry rd Ph 384 2063 while stocks last (see instore for terms and conditions) Barry & kerry
Wednesday December 9 2020 Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz BAY HARBOUR PAGE 5 Marina closure on the cards • By Louis Day Tori Peden BOATS MAY no longer be able to berth at Magazine Bay Marina, but Lyttelton teenagers could still be allowed to jump off it for years to come. The Banks Peninsula Community Board has requested the city council approve the closure of the marina once existing licences expire or are terminated. A date for a final council decision is still yet to be set. Community board chairwoman Tori Peden said closure of the marina had been recommended as it was no longer fit for purpose and becoming “quite dangerous.” “If the council kept it open it would become quite expensive to fix,” she said. However, the board is hoping for at least one section of the marina to remain open for recreational purposes. “In the long run we are wanting to keep one arm of the marina open so children can jump off it. Children in the area really like to jump off the end of it, that is apparently what Lyttelton teenagers have done for many, many years.” While recreational activities such as jumping off the structure and also fishing are hoped to continue at the site, berthing is no longer seen as viable over the long-term. Peden said the majority of boaties had already shifted from Magazine Bay to Te Ana Marina in Lyttelton. “Most of them have already gone to Te Ana Marina, the council are just working with those still left at Magazine Bay, there are not many of them, to find the best solution.” The Magazine Bay Marina was devastated in a brutal storm in the year 2000. The marina disintegrated and 32 vessels berthed at it sunk after being struck by 130km/h winds. The storm left 52 remnant piles in its wake which remained at the marina until they were removed by the city council last year. CHANGE OF SCENERY: The Banks Peninsula Community Board has recommended the closure of the Magazine Bay Marina as it is no longer seen fit for purpose. A lot of boaties have now moved on to Lyttelton’s Te Ana Marina mooring facility (below). POWER VINYASA YOGA The Great Museum Santa Search Search high and low for our hidden Santas You could win a great prize! Until 10 January Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Free entry; donations appreciated www.canterburymuseum.com MEDI-PEDI Pamper your feet with our new service Medi-Pedi is a full dry medical pedicure using sterilized instruments THE MEDI-PEDI At Feet First Podiatry 03 348 7910 37 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton PH 348 7910 | www.feetfirst.co.nz Many people find Apollo’s Power Vinyasa practice to be effective in relieving and preventing back pain and tension-related types of pain yoga pose of the month Aeroplane Pose Aeroplane strengthens your feet, legs, buttocks, abdomen and back while stretching the back of your standing leg. It improves balance and proprioception. It also encourages you to be confident and courageous as you reach your chest out in front of your standing foot. • Stand upright with your feet together, your arms by your side and your palms turned forwards. • Centre yourself on your left foot. Ground the centre of your left heel and the big toe and inner ball of your left foot firmly into the floor. • Do not over extend your left knee. Allow there to be a slight bend at your left knee but make your left thigh firm. Contract your left thigh muscles from skin, to muscle, to bone. • Turn your right thigh inwards a little and sustain that action throughout the pose. • Draw inwards and upwards at your belly to engage your abdominal muscles. • Reach your right leg straight back behind you and tilt your torso forwards. Lift your right leg up to hip height. • Turn the toes of your right foot straight down towards the floor, swivel your left hip out towards the left side slightly and turn your right hip down to be level with your left hip. • Draw your shoulder blades towards your spine and down your back towards your hips. Expand your chest and reach your chest forward. • Extend your arms strongly backward alongside your body towards the back of the room with the palms of your hands facing the floor. • Rest your gaze at the floor in front of you. Take five long, calm breaths before returning to standing then repeating on the opposite leg Everything that is disengaged will collapse towards the floor. Contract your muscles to their bones and create lift and lightness. Soar over the mundane cares of your day and free your mind. Apollo Power Yoga Ferrymead studio - 23 Humphreys Drive Central City Studio - 46 Salisbury Street Phone 021 055 1884 or 027 227 2026 For more info visit www.apollopoweryoga.com
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