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Young ballerina to jet off 

• By Sasha Watson 

EVERY DANCER’S journey 

begins with a dream, and 

young ballerina Tamison 

Soppet is one step closer to 

realising hers after accepting 

scholarships from three 

international dance schools. 

The 13-year-old Te Kura 

correspondence school student 

will head to the Royal Ballet 

School in London, John Cranko 

Ballet in Germany, and Princess 

Grace Dance Academy in 

Monaco next year after being 

offered scholarships to attend 

each for up to four weeks. 

Said mum Toni Soppet: “She 

is very excited to be going out 

into the big wide world; she’s 

nervous but grounded. 

“We have the opportunity 

to first go to New York for the 

Youth Grand Prix ballet finals 

and, in July, Tamison would 

like to go to a summer school in 

Winnipeg on a scholarship she 

was offered last year. 

“Then, we will come home for 

a bit before leaving to go to each 

of the schools in Europe.” 

Tamison, a Convergence 

Dance Studios student, was also 

offered a fourth scholarship to 

the Australian Ballet School in 

Melbourne, which Soppet said 

was “not being ruled out”. 

To help fund the trip, a 

Givealittle page called ‘Ballet 

Beyond Boundaries: Supporting 

on scholarships 

DREAM 

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Tamison 

Soppet 

will head 

to three 

European 

dance 

schools on 

scholarships 

of up to 

four weeks. 

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“Every contribution, no matter 

the size, would get her closer 

to her dreams,” said Soppet. 

The decision comes after 

Tamison was recruited at the 

Youth America Grand Prix ballet 

competition, held in Sydney 

in September, after competing 

against more than 200 dancers 

aged 12-14. 

Tamison was called back for 

further judging after three days 

of performing and attending 

both classical and contemporary 

masterclasses, where 

the junior grand prix title was 

officially awarded to her by consensus 

of a four-judge panel. 

Said Soppet: “Though 

winning competitions is 

amazing, making people 

feel something through her 

dancing is the real triumph and 

something Tamison strives for.” 

Pause hit 

on cycle 

links; nine 

projects 

progressed 

TWO TRANSPORT projects in 

the Climate Emergency Response 

Fund Transport Choices package 

of works have been deferred, 

while nine will go ahead when 

Government funding is secured. 

At last week’s city council meeting, 

the Mayor and councillors 

decided to defer the northern 

section of the Simeon St cycle 

connection and the Westmorland 

cycle connection. They also decided 

to scale back the delivery of 

bus stops in Linwood. 

They approved a staff recommendation 

to progress with nine 

projects when Waka Kotahi 

NZ Transport Agency funding 

becomes available. These include 

streetscape enhancements to 

Linwood Village, Linwood and 

Woolston roading and transport 

improvements, and improvements 

to Bromley’s roads. 

The decision was in response 

to Waka Kotahi asking the city 

council to make a 10 per cent cut 

to its programme after its funding 

pool was reduced by $50 million. 

It is now awaiting direction from 

the incoming Government, so no 

further funding agreements will 

go ahead with councils until this 

is in place. 

If the city council’s projects do 

not receive Transport Choices 

funding, their delivery will be 

considered as a part of ongoing 

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Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm 

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Browse and purchase quality locally 

handmade items while enjoying 

delicious food and refreshments. 

Join other craft lovers in discovering 

the talents of local artisans and 

craftspeople and take home a piece of 

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Knit ‘n’ Yarn 

Thursday, 1.30-3.30pm 

South library 

Take your knitting, crochet, stitching 

or any other handcraft and enjoy the 

company of others. Share skills and 

be inspired. 

Sustainable Gift Wrapping 

Monday, 10.30-11.30am 

South Library 

Get ready for a Sustainable Christmas 

and join in to learn some sustainable 

gift-wrapping techniques. Some 

materials will be provided but please 

bring along any spare items that 

could be repurposed into wrapping or 

gift tags. This could include material, 

Big Scale Zentangle, Saturday, 10am-3.30pm at South Library. Do you 

practise Zentangle? Come and add to this collaborative group artwork and 

see how easy it is to add ‘tangles’ to a creative community art project. All 

materials and lots of inspiration are supplied. Zentangle is an easy-to-draw 

pattern-based drawing process, so get your creative juices flowing. Even 

if you don’t think you can draw, you may find you take to this wonderful 

drawing system easily with its step-by-step process for simple pattern 

making. The finished canvas will go on display in early 2024. 

scraps, textiles, decorative papers, 

maps, scores, tea towels, sweaters, 

ribbons etc. 8 years+ (children to be 

accompanied by an adult). Free. 

JP Clinics 

Thursday, 10.30am-1.30pm – 

Spreydon Library 

Tuesday, 10am-1pm – South Library 

A Justice of the Peace will be available 

to members of the community to 

witness signatures and documents, 

certify document copies, hear oaths, 

declarations, affidavits or affirmations 

as well as sign citizenship, sponsorship 

or rates rebates applications. This 

service is free. 

Wa Korero: Storytimes 

Fridays, 10.30-11am 


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you and your preschooler join in 

with a fun variety of stories, songs 

and rhymes which foster children’s 

literacy. All whānau and caregivers 

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Wednesday, 10.30-11am 


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SAFETY: Volunteers have been working hard to improve 

the Taylors Escape trail. Above – Malcolm McClurg (left), 

Stihl Shop Ferrymead manager Michael Caines, VIP 

Frames & Trusses director Daniel Caldwell, Ground Effect 

track organiser Scott Emmen and Ground Effect track 

maintainer Dave Mitchell. 

MTB trail repairs come to an end 

• By Dylan Smits 

EXTENSIVE repairs to the 

Taylors Escape Mountain 

Biking Trail are set to be 

completed today, ensuring 

enhanced accessibility and safety 

for riders. 

Over the past year, volunteers 

have bridged 15 large holes with 

wood, laid pipes for drainage and 

cleared the track of plant growth 

and debris. 

Said Taylors Mistake 

Association member Malcolm 

McClurg said: “With all the track 

maintenance it should be easily 

ridden all year round.” 

McClurg has worked with 

other local volunteers to address 

developing issues since the track 

opened in September last year. 

He said when the track was 

built it lacked bridges and 

drainage to prevent holes 

forming in the dirt. 

“Over winter, water ran 

down the track with bikes, then 

formed deep ruts in the mud. 

Heavy winter rain also caused 

underground tunnels in the 

clay to collapse under the track 

with dangerous holes suddenly 

appearing.” 

Situated on the association’s 

land, the track was initially 

constructed by volunteers 

organised by bach owner Mike 

Baddeley and bike clothing 

company Ground Effect. 

McClurg said the track was 

created to serve as an easier 

alternative for mountain bikers 

in Taylors Mistake. 

“Riders do not have to bike up 

the Anaconda track, which is a 

fast, twisting downhill 

track with the potential for 

dangerous collisions with uphill 

riders.” 

The 3km track starts at the 

Taylors Mistake beach car park 

and winds its way up to the 

Summit Rd in Godley Head. 

It is used by a diverse group 

of bikers, walkers and runners, 

with McClurg estimating more 

than 100 people using it on busy 

weekends. 

McClurg has received positive 

user feedback while working on 

the track. 

“I get big smiles and thank 

yous from riders passing me as 

I am working or checking the 

track, and many ask how they 

could help,” he said. 

Outside support for the 

maintenance has come from 

various sources, he said. 

Businesses including VIP 

Frames and Trusses and the 

Ferrymead Stihl Shop have 

contributed timber for the 

bridges and a scrub cutter, 

respectively. 

McClurg said a child-friendly 

loop is being planned for 

construction next year, based 

on community feedback. 

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Library youth art exhibit 

TŪRANGA HAS become the 

home of an art takeover for 

the next three months with an 

exhibition room, temporary 

murals, and hidden artwork 

spotted around the building. 

In partnership with 

Christchurch City Libraries, 

Sanctuary by Ōtautahi Creative 

Spaces began on November 10 

and will run until February 4, 

showcasing over 35 rangatahi 

(youth) artists from around 

Christchurch. 

“Sanctuary is a fantastic chance 

to revitalise Tūranga by creating 

a community space for our local 

artists,” said exhibition curator 

and producer Audrey Baldwin. 

“The exhibition involves three 

‘hangs’ where art will change once 

a month, allowing us to showcase 

as many artists and as much range 

as possible.” 

All pieces on display are the 

work of Christchurch youth from 

ŌCS – a not for profit, community 

focused organisation based in 

Phillipstown that uses 

art and creativity to combat 

mental distress. 

The creative occupation 

welcomes diverse rangatahi from 

different backgrounds, with 

different levels of art experience to 

come together. 

“The exhibition is a great 

opportunity for young 

Christchurch artists to build their 

skills and confidence, elevate their 

practice and feel proud and strong 

in their work,” said Baldwin. 

“You’ll find works with elements 

of cultural narrative including 

groups such as Islamic calligraphy 

and reworked tuku tuku panel 

patterns, alongside a rangatahi 

rainbow group and a range of 

young artists – this is a way for 

people to amplify the voices of 

those different backgrounds.” 

One of the aims of the project 

is to show what’s on offer at the 

library by promoting smaller 

activations throughout the 

building, as well as ongoing 

interventions and events, 

including an open sketch club, a 

spoken word event and a gender 

euphoria clothes swap. 

Teen sets new national 

Rubik’s Cube record 


A RECENTLY graduated 

Cashmere High School student 

has broken a national Rubik’s 

Cube record during a competition 

in Lyttelton. 

Jasper Murray, 17, completed 

a 3x3x3 cube in 4.61 seconds on 

Saturday, beating the previous 

record by 0.4 seconds. 

Said Christchurch Speedcubers 

founder Mike Field: “That 

might not sound like a lot, but 

at this level it’s actually huge.” 

Murray and 45 other 

competitors gathered at 

the recreation centre for 

Lyttelton Spring 2023, an 

official World Cube Association 

event. 

Excited by his new record, 

Murray said he did not expect 

to get it. 

“I was getting super tired 

towards the end of the day, so I 

was happy I managed it.” 

Murray broke a world record 

last year when he got the fastest 

average of five pyraminx cube 

solves. 

A pyraminx is a triangleshaped 

puzzle cube. 

He was the first New 

Zealander to break a 

speedcubing world record, 

averaging 1.66 seconds for his 

RECORD BREAKING: 

17-year-old Jasper Murray 

broke the New Zealand 

Rubik’s Cube record on 

Saturday. 

pyraminx solves. 

Murray is pleased to be going 

to the speedcubing nationals in 

December with a new record. 

“Definitely a confidence 

boost for sure.” 

He said practice is the most 

important thing to get to a high 

skill level in speedcubing. 

“It pays off. You just need 

to have dedication over a long 

period of time.” 

Field created the Lyttelton 

Spring competition in 2021 

with collaborator Chris Mills. 

It stands out as a key fixture in 

the New Zealand speedcubing 

scene. 

“Speedcubing is an awesome 

hobby as it’s challenging and 

intriguing, but also one that 

gives young people access to 

an incredible community of 

talented people,” Field said. 

Speedcubers from China, 

India, the Philippines and the 

United Kingdom, as well as 

New Zealand participants, 

showcased their skills across 

various categories. These 

ranged from 2x2x2 to 7x7x7 

cubes and even blindfolded 

challenges. 

In the majority of events, 

competitors were ranked on 

their average time of five solves, 

discounting their fastest and 

slowest. 

The competition had a mix 

of seasoned and amateur 

participants, Field said. 

“We love to encourage new 

competitors, and actually I give 

a prize for fastest newcomer at 

competitions I’m involved with 

to try and keep it competitive at 

either end of the spectrum.” 

Field said speedcubing fans 

can anticipate more South 

Island competitions in 2024. 

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Night works on Brougham 

Street in November 

Ensors Road intersection 

Orion is installing new 66kV 

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Brougham Street between Opawa Road 

and Ensors Road until early December. 

The traffic management will change as work 

progresses. Follow all signs and instructions 

from our crew. 

To do this construction work safely, traffic 

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New Work – a textural delight 


ARTISTS VICTORIA Pallin 

and Lorelei Jenner are set to 

captivate audiences with their 

inaugural exhibition, New Work, 

starting on Tuesday. 

“This is a culmination of a 

year’s work for us both, and we 

are very excited to present our 

work publicly,” Pallin said. 

Pallin, of Sumner, will unveil 

60 pieces of jewellery. Jenner, 

of Mt Pleasant, will display 29 

paintings and ceramics. 

The two artists have pooled 

their respective talents, hoping 

to create a rich show across three 

different artforms that flows 

together seamlessly. 

Jenner hopes viewers will 

appreciate the vibrant colours, 

textures and playfulness in 

her work, while Pallin anticipates 

visitors will enjoy the variety 

within her collection of jewellery. 

It is first time Pallin and 

Jenner have collaborated on an 

exhibition. 

“We know each other very well 

and share a great passion for all 

types of art,” Pallin said. 

The title ‘New Work’ reflects 

the artists delving into new 

artforms. 

“New Work comes from a new 

direction for me with my painting 

and colour-work. Plus, I’ve 

only been working in ceramics 

for two years,” Jenner said. 

Pallin said all of her work 

NEW DIRECTIONS: Lorelei Jenner will exhibit her paintings and ceramics alongside Victoria Pallin’s hand-forged silver 

jewellery at Pumanawa Gallery from November 28. 

could be described as new “because 

I’ve only been practicing 

for three years”. 

Jenner is a self-taught painter. 

She has exhibited in New 

Zealand and Australia over 

the past two decades and earned 

recognition as a finalist in the 

Wallace Art Awards in 2001. 

Reflecting on the technical 

aspects of her art, she said, “All 

of my ceramic pieces are thrown 

on a wheel, not hand built. My 

paintings are acrylic on board or 

canvas.” 

Pallin was born in Kuwait 

and draws inspiration from 

the region’s jewellery alongside 

contemporary European styles. 

She engages in intricate 

processes such as sawing, 

texturing, shaping and soldering 

and for her jewellery. 

Some of her pieces involve 

the ancient Korean technique of 

Keum Boo, the process of applying 

24-carat gold leaf to silver 

using heat. 

Among the standout pieces at 

the exhibition, Jenner is proud 

of her ceramic 

pedestal bowl for 

its combination 

of colours and 

expressive pencil 

lines, which 

mirrors her 

turquoise and lime 

painting (right). 

Pallin said she 

is particularly 

enthusiastic about 

her cast silver bangles and rings, 

emphasising the hand-forged 

feel achieved through the casting 

process. 

Aiming to be 

contemporary 

and experimental, 

Pallin said she 

favours working 

with silver to 

create a simple 

geometric 

aesthetic. 

New Work will 

be open daily from 

November 28 to December 3 at 

the Pumanawa Gallery in the 

Arts Centre. 

Preparing for a Happy Holiday Season at Kōwhai Vet 

The holiday season is fast approaching, and 

as we prepare to celebrate with our loved 

ones, it’s essential not to forget our furry family 

members. At Kōwhai Vet Clinic, we want to 

ensure that your pets are in the best possible 

health and spirits during the upcoming 

festivities. Here are a few key things to keep 

in mind as we head into the holiday season. 

Check your pet’s vaccination records 

Before you embark on your holiday travels and 

your pets check into the boarding kennels or 

cattery, be sure to check their vaccinations are 

up to date. This not only ensures the safety 

and well-being of your furry friends during 

their stay, but also eliminates the last-minute 

stress of being turned away from the kennels 

because their vaccinations are overdue. Our 

experienced veterinarians are here to guide 

you on the specific vaccinations your pet may 

need based on their individual requirements. 

Preparing for a comfortable journey 

If your holiday plans involve travel, it’s 

essential to prepare your pets for the journey. 

Consider bringing their travel cage into your 

living space a week or so before departure, 

creating a cosy bed inside and leaving 

some treats to entice them. This gradual 

introduction allows your pets to become 

accustomed to the carrier in a familiar and 

safe environment. For those taking to the 

skies, ensure that your pet’s carrier meets 

the correct size and specifications for plane 

travel. Planning ahead and familiarising your 

pets with their travel arrangements minimises 

stress for both you and your furry companions. 

Anxiety-Free Travel 

If your pet tends to get anxious when on 

the move there are a number of options for 

reducing their anxiety to make the trip go more 

smoothly for them. Using a pheromone spray 

such as Feliway for cats or Adaptil for dogs, can 

make them feel more settled in their carrier, or 

on their bed in the car. While we cannot sedate 

animals for travel, we can provide medications 

to help reduce stress and anxiety, keeping 

them much calmer for the journey. Like us, 

some pets can also experience travel-sickness, 

so medications to reduce nausea can also 

be of benefit. Consult with our veterinarians 

to discuss the best options for your pet’s 

individual needs. 

Health Check 

If you’ve had any concerns about your pet’s 

health, consider having them checked out 

before heading away for the holidays so 

that a minor issue doesn’t progress to a 

bigger problem. If your pet is on long term 

prescription medications, you may want to 

ensure that you have enough medication on 

hand to last you through the holidays and 

your time away. If your pet has not seen a vet 

recently they may require a health check prior 

to dispensing more medication, so ensure you 

leave plenty of time to fit this into your busy 

schedule. 

Microchip Details 

Ensure all your contact details registered to 

your pets microchip are up to date. If they go 

missing whilst you’re away, you want to make 

sure they can be returned to you as quickly as 

possible. 

A Special Treat for Your Furry Friends 

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can 

also be a time of stress for pets. Changes in 

routine, visitors, and new surroundings can 

sometimes be overwhelming for them. 

Creating a safe space where they can escape 

the festive chaos can give them a sense of 

security, and providing enrichment toys can 

help ease their anxiety and provide muchneeded 

mental stimulation. 

At Kōwhai Vet Clinic, we have a delightful 

selection of enrichment toys and treats in 

stock to make your pets feel cherished during 

the festive season. 

From interactive toys to scrumptious treats, 

we have everything you need to put a smile on 

your pet’s face and keep them engaged and 

happy throughout the holiday season. 

Don’t wait until the last minute! Schedule 

your pet’s vaccinations and health check 

today to guarantee a stress-free and joyful 

holiday season. 

And don’t forget to drop by our clinic to 

explore our selection of fantastic enrichment 

toys and treats for your pets. After all, they 

deserve a special Christmas gift too! 

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Start a new 

Christmas tradition 

What could be better than starting some new family traditions this year? Christmas traditions are memories 

in the making and help spread a little festive cheer whether with your loved ones or out in the community. 

10 great ideas to help make Christmas a magical time of the year 

1. Create a Christmas playlist with some of 

your favourite carols and songs – play it 

loud and every day, if that’s your thing. 

Or plan a pre-Christmas sing-along 

evening – don’t forget to supply the song 

sheet so everyone can join in too. 

2. Get into the spirit of Christmas by getting 

together with family or friends to help 

decorate each other’s houses – turn up 

the music, drink the wine and go all out 

to deck the halls. 

3. Make and send homemade Christmas 

cards – there’s nothing more exciting 

than getting mail, right? Or how about 

writing some generic ones and dropping 

them into your nearest retirement 

home to brighten up an elderly person’s 

Christmas. 

4. Buy your family Christmas tee-shirts or 

Santa hats to wear on the day and don’t 

forget to take a family selfie. 

5. Fill a shoebox with gifts for a child, wrap 

it with a bow, and deliver to the nearest 

community gift tree – check with your 

local library and label with age and 

gender. 

6. Have a yearly family, friends or neighbour 

outdoor games night with drinks and 

nibbles leading up to the big day – think 

Pétanque, hoopla, mini golf, giant chess, 

or croquet. 

7. Take a leaf out of Iceland’s traditional 

‘Jolabokaflod’ or Christmas Book Flood, 

and give a book as a gift on Christmas 

Eve each year – don’t forget to write 

inside the cover who it’s from and the 

date. 

8. Make a list of must see Christmas movies 

to watch a week before Christmas day 

and tick off the ones you’ve watched. 

Don’t forget the popcorn and hot 

chocolate or nibbles and wine. 

9. Make and give a handmade ornament 

as a gift each year – the lucky receiver’s 

Christmas tree will be covered with 

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to drink while the presents are being 

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 

Christmas is a great time for passing down recipes that are tried and true becoming 

traditional family favourites. The owner of this recipe says her mum used to make 

the pudding on Christmas Eve and would take the bowl and wooden spoon around 

everyone in the house to stir the mixture and make a wish. 

Make a Wish Christmas Pudding 

You will need: 

• 1 ½ tbsp butter 

• 1 ½ tsp baking soda 

• 1 ½ cups of boiling water 

• 1 ½ cups flour 

• 1 ½ cups mixed fruit or sultanas 

• ¾ cup sugar 

Method: 

1. In a glass or stainless steel bowl, 

melt the butter (over hot water) 

and dissolve the baking soda. 

2. Add the boiling water and 

sugar. 

3. When cool, add flour and 

mixed fruit. 

4. Stir all the ingredients together 

and make a Christmas wish. 

5. Cover bowl with a tea towel and 

allow to stand overnight. 

The next day: 

• Place mixture into a greased 

bowl or ice-cream container, 

cover with tinfoil and place in a 

pot of water, just deep enough 

so the bowl doesn’t float. 

• Boil pudding for four hours and 

check regularly to make sure 

the water has boiled dry. Top 

up carefully with extra water if 

required. 

• Serve with heaps of Chantilly 

cream! 

Chantilly 

Cream 

You will need: 

• 1 x bottle of cream 

• ½ tsp vanilla essence 

• 1 tbsp icing sugar to 

sweeten 

Method: 

Put cream, vanilla essence 

and icing sugar in a bowl and 

whisk until light and fluffy with 

softly formed peaks. Cover and 

refrigerate until ready to serve. 

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 

9 10 

323 

SUDOKU 

Every row, column and box should 

contain the digits 1 to 9. 

WordBuilder 

WORDBUILDER 

223 

6 

T O E 

N T R 

11 12 

13 14 15 16 17 

18 19 20 

How many words of three or more letters, 

How including many plurals, words can you of make three from or the more six 

letters, using each letter only once? No foreign 

words or words beginning with a capital are 

from allowed. the There's six letters, at least one using six-letter each word. only 

once? 

TODAY 

Good 19 Very Good 23 Excellent 27 

Solution 222: age, are, art, ate, ear, eat, era, erg, gar, 

gat, gate, gear, get, grate, great, rag, rage, rat, rate, ret, 

word. tag, tar, tare, TARGET, tart, tat, tater, tea, tear, teat, teg, 

tetra, treat. 

letters, including plurals, can you make 

No words beginning with a capital are 

allowed. There’s at least one six-letter 

Good 19 Very Good 23 Excellent 27 

21 22 23 24 

25 26 

27 28 

Across 

1. Authorise (7) 

5. Pacify (7) 

9. Longs for (5) 

10. Incubation period (9) 

11. Clear of blame (9) 

12. Morsel (5) 

13. Move (5) 

15. A delicate situation (2,4,3) 

18. Head of state (9) 

19. Slogan (5) 

21. Plain or functional (5) 

23. Change order (9) 

25. Fair and decent (9) 

26. Assumed name (5) 

27. Impaled (7) 

28. Spirit, nature (7) 

Decoder 

Down 

1. High-speed train (7) 

2. Christmas theatre (9) 

3. Refuse (5) 

4. Palaver (9) 

5. Spread (5) 

6. State of lawlessness, chaos (9) 

7. French for farewell (5) 

8. Confer an honour upon (7) 

14. Con artist (9) 

16. Conversation between two (Fr) 

(4-1-4) 

17. Aim (9) 

18. Own (7) 

20. Supervise (7) 

22. Serious (5) 

23. Fanatical (5) 

24. Brings up, nurtures (5) 

Crossword 

Across: 1. Empower, 

5. Placate, 9. Pines, 10. 

Gestation, 11. Exonerate, 

12. Crumb, 13. Shift, 15. 

On thin ice, 18. President, 

19. Motto, 21. Stark, 23. 

Rearrange, 25. Equitable, 

26. Alias, 27. Speared, 28. 

Essence. 

Down: 1. Express, 2. 

Pantomime, 3. Waste, 4. 

Rigmarole, 5. Paste, 6. 

Anarchism, 7. Adieu, 8. 

Ennoble, 14. Trickster, 16. 

Tête-à-tête, 17. Intention, 

18. Possess, 20. Oversee, 

22. Acute, 23. Rabid, 24. 

Rears. 

WordBuilder 

eon, net, nor, not, note, one, 

ore, otter, rent, ret, roe, rot, 

rote, ROTTEN, ten, tenor, 

tent, tern, toe, ton, tone, toner, 

tor, tore, torn, tort, torte, 

tot, tote, trot 

Sudoku 

DECODER 

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given letters into all squares with matching numbers. Now work out 

which letters are represented by the other numbers. 

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