When we talk on the phone, Cantabrian Scott Martlew - New Zealand’s top para-canoeist, has nine days left in MIQ after returning from the Paralympics in Tokyo. So what’s MIQ like for someone whose life is so focused on sports training?
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It was after the Kaikoura earthquake that Christine Hilton really fell in love with the idea of a log home.
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Many of us have a fear of needles. Just the thought of an injection makes us feel anxious. Telling ourselves to ‘harden up’ or ‘stop being stupid’ doesn’t help! You may be putting off booking your vaccination simply because of a fear of needles….
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Do you find jean shopping stressful, difficult and find yourself doing anything and everything to avoid it? We did too, until we found Death by Denim!
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Are you looking for everyday essentials with an edge, made from beautiful natural fabrics, that not only make you look and feel fabulous, but are good for the planet too?
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With bright, light décor and windows that look across the reserve opposite to the snow-capped mountains beyond – there’s a sense of space in Brian and Elaine Phelan’s Ravenswood home.
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A selection of some of our favourite fashion pieces this month!
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Alexa, Savannah sunset,” says Kim Rutter as we stand in the informal lounge area of the Merivale home she shares with David Roche. A slow, warm orange light creeps across the room – it does indeed feel like you might imagine a Savannah sunset.
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The North Canterbury Sport & Recreation Trust held a special preview evening for the major sponsors and funders of MAINPOWER STADIUM on Thursday 5th August. After a tour of the new 4 court multi-use stadium and new state-of-the-art fitness centre, guests were presented with an acknowledgement of their donation in the new on-site conference room
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The very successful 2021 Corcoran French Kaiapoi Art Expo was held over the weekend of 24/25 July at the Kaiapoi Club. The Expo broke many records with over 800 artworks from 127 artists on display and over 4,000 visitors purchasing an outstanding 388 artworks totaling $67, 699. Results proved once again the Kaiapoi Art Expo is a valued and popular event to the Waimakariri District.
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From wild coastlines to mountain ranges, forest walks and wild rivers - Hurunui is packed with endless opportunities to get out and enjoy nature.
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Sarah and Jono Reed hosted their friends and family at Fools of Desire Café recently. This was a special thank you for their support and the official launch of The Grumpy Merino - NZ MADE Blankets, Throws, Yarn and Knitting Kits – all made with merino traceable to their Hogget Fleece - The Grampians, Culverden
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I have never eaten artichoke before, and t be honest it’s because it doesn’t look very appealing! This dip however, is a gamechanger!
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The Essence office kitchen is heavily coffee focused. But this afternoon it smells fantastic. It’s been taken over by a real-life chef in a pinstripe apron whisking away, with the calm confidence of someone who knows exactly what they're doing.
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Minette Tonoli is a herb enthusiast and horticulturist, a true Earth Mother, who gets excited about sharing her love for the plethora of food and medicine plants she grows and uses at her home acre in Waikuku.
Essence magazine and Rangiora Harness Racing proudly hosted a successful Pink Tie Event on Sunday 23 May 2021. Check out how much fun we had!
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The North Canterbury Region is renowned for its fine wine, meat and produce grown locally. This month’s recipe is a Honeyed Pork Fillet on a Cauliflower Mash. This is very easy to make and deliciously tender, just remember to buy a fillet that is uniform in size so it will cook evenly. Serve it with a glass of North Canterbury Pinot Gris.
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Delicious food, fabulous shops and the great outdoors... it doesn’t get much better than this!
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Aged just 31, Amber has already beaten breast cancer twice. During her personal battle, she became a powerful advocate for breast self-examinations. Her blog ‘When things went tits up’ has reached thousands of women worldwide, and the information she has provided is credited with saving women’s lives.
A selection of some of our favourite fashion pieces this month!
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