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Soft nappa leather and cowhide bag contents by Beau Well it’s been an interesting and strange Private Sale start to the new decade - Coronavirus, multiple fires in the riverbed a little too 10 top things close to home, the strangest sunset on Open Wednesday - Sunday 9.00am - 4.00pm Sunday night and the very wild and Recycled windy weather. I’m sure this means the you will love Come and see cotton rest of the year is going to be perfect. us at our new cushions about this We are excited to be back from our location with feather inners by Christmas break with lots of interesting OLD SCHOOL Raine and and informative bits and bobs for the COLLECTIVE Humble property magazine this year. We kick off with our 1429 Main North Arthur Nellie - Whether you require a chair, sofa, story on the amazing Rusty Acre. 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Porcelain drives him to do dairying well. Page 4. Arthur-Nellie dishes – 3. North facing large open plan living with wraparound Harakeke In Kaiapoi people are enjoying a lazy, sunny afternoon. On the water the Kaiapoi decking areas. Collection River Queen is ready to take a cruise and passers-by stop on the bridge to take from $16.50 in the view. Kaiapoi’s post-quake development is really starting to show the The four attractive double bedrooms and two bathrooms. town at its best once again and people are rediscovering this riverside gem. 4. ID Gallery - Come in and view our Story pages 8 and 9. Wetback fire, solar water heating and heat pump. eclectic and creative range of art 5. Our ‘Limelight’ pics on pages 4 & 5 are from the iconic Hawarden Ewe Fair. works, giftware, homewares and more. The three car garaging plus three bay barn. Something beautiful and different for I was reminded of summers past - hot, dry and windy, the smell of sheep 6. 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2 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 3 essential I limelight HISTORY LESSON Iconic Hawarden Ewe Fair The annual Hawarden Ewe Fair was held over two consecutive Fridays this year. The event which next year celebrates 90 years is not only an opportunity to buy and sell ewes - it’s a valuable 1. community get together. BEN HURLEY & FRIENDS 28 March 2020, 8.30pm Rangiora Town Hall PFD611 - Kaiapoi Museum One of the most recognisable and hairy The opening of the Coronation comedy faces to come out of NZ is Swimming Baths on 10th March 1903 by the Hon coming back to Rangiora! Ben Hurley 2. R J Seddon, Premier of New Zealand when on a visit to Kaiapoi. from NZ TV show 7 Days!! Winner of all You will find the information for this event on Paperspast in The Press 11 March of the awards... The Billy T Award, The 1903. https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/CHP19030311.2.46 Fred Dagg Award, Comedy Guild 2016 5. 6. Best Male Comedian & Best MC and Metro Comedian of the year, Ben's been smashing comedy out of the park since Guests enjoyed a stunning day celebrating the nuptials of Brydie & Marshall a long time ago. Join him and his friends Williamson at Lacebark Function Centre, Ohoka on 26th October 2019. for a night of laughs to remember!
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4 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 5 essential I business • Auction - much the same as a Deadline Sale hand with Finance and is equally important to except on the set date there is a public auction. most buyers. Property Management Swannanoa Country Fair The process is transparent (you can see what • Approval of specialist reports like a Building your competition is prepared to pay) but you Inspection or Toxicology Report ie, Meth test 2020 is set to be another busy year in property Every year our community comes printers so students can design, build and must be in a cash and unconditional position to - allowing you to have a qualified specialist management with the latest round of tenancy be able to bid. In other words your finance and review the property in their area of expertise and legislation, Healthy Homes Standards, due to come together as a committee of dedicated engage in science and engineering. full due diligence (explained below) must have advise you accordingly. into effect on 1st July 2020. parents to produce the Swannanoa We invite you to come along on Sunday been completed by you, your legal advisor and • An Assignment of Claim or assignment of The first part of the legislation requires all new or Country Fair (SCF). March 1st to the Swannanoa Domain on any other specialist you may be seeking advice Residual Benefit of EQC and Insurance Claim renewed tenancy agreements to contain a statement from prior to bidding. clause - a provision to make sure you are It takes many man hours, local business Tram Road opposite the school for a great of intent to comply with the Healthy Homes So after you find a property you like it’s time provided with all the relevant claim details and Standards. and service support to produce one of family day out! the appropriate benefits are assigned to you. to make an Offer. This must be done in writing This means that rental property owners and property North Canterbury’s biggest fun days in Stuart and Claire Morris - Business Owners • If you have a house to sell a Subject to Sale At our country fair, you will enjoy for it to be legally binding under NZ law and is managers need to sign off saying that their property the regional calendar. generally done on an ADLS Sale and Purchase clause is critical to give you time to sell your a great day out for all the family, existing property to fund the purchase of your either a) already complies with the five components, The school fair including sheep shearing, Agreement. The offer will be drawn up in most or b) is aware of what work is required, and Real Estate 101 cases by you and your real estate salesperson. It new one. started as a pony rides, farm undertakes to have this completed within 90 days should take about 60 minutes depending on how Once the due diligence period has been completed humble boot machinery, and local following 1st July 2021 for existing tenants, or before What do they mean? many questions you may have. You may like to the Sale and Purchase agreement will go 1st July 2021 for new tenancies. It is important to sale in 1998 businesses showing Buying and selling property can be a bit daunting take legal advice prior to doing so or have your unconditional or confirm. At this point it is highly note that Tenancy Services advise that accurate and now their trades and if you’re just starting out, or it’s been a few years solicitor review the offer prior to presentation. likely the deposit will be due (check with your records providing things like photographs and attracts over services, as well since you were involved last. We thought it was You must all be presented with the REA Approved agent) and the SOLD sticker will go up on the sign. receipts must be kept, so that if required they can Miscellaneous time we broke down the language used and the Guide to Buying and Selling property prior to prove the property does in fact comply. 8000 people as locally grown entering into the Sale and Purchase Agreement. From there you have a period of time for each through our produce and our process, from making an offer to moving in! party to prepare to move before you take We are recommending to our owners that they An art exhibition gates on the first very own school When you are searching for a property you may Your offer will more than likely contain ownership on Settlement Day - which is the day employ professionals to assess their properties notice them being advertised for sale by a number conditions to allow you to conduct due you will pay the balance of the funds. Shortly and supply a report which will sign the property off Sunday in March, plant stall. diligence (homework) on the property to ensure people as far as of different methods - the most popular are: after that you will take Possession - which is as compliant, or advise what needs to be done to Definitions of the adjective Miscellaneous Sponsored by it meets your needs and is free from any major getting access to the property (you will be given comply. And this needs to be done sooner rather Ashburton to • Priced - it’s pretty simple, the property is advertised defects before you decide to buy it. Some which 1. (Of items or people gathered or considered together) of various types or from FUNHQ, there is the keys). On occasion these two events are not than later to avoid the inevitable rush! Kaikoura! at a price level the owner/s would accept. we would recommend including would be: on the same day but it is rare. different sources. something for • Negotiable Over / Buyer Enquiry Over - the The five components of the Healthy Homes Act are: The SCF is the the whole family. property is advertised at a level the owners are • Approval of the property’s LIM report (Land Prior to settlement you are entitled to a pre Insulation, Ventilation, Draughts, Drainage and 2. (of a collection or group) composed of members or elements of different kinds. schools only Parents can sit back, inviting serious interest upwards from. Information Memorandum) - this document settlement inspection which is a visit back to Heating. contains all the info held by the Council about • Deadline Sale - the property is advertised generally the property (with your salesperson) to make It is important for landlords to 3. Similar words are various, different, assorted, mixed and diverse. fundraiser of relax and enjoy some the subject property and those around it which without a price for a set time frame (usually 2 - 4 sure it is in the same state of repair as the date understand that although they the year with great home-made the Council has on file. weeks) and all offers are presented at the set time you first viewed it. Our recommendation is to do will likely have previously had • Approval of the property’s - this is the All of these words are the perfect Mandy’s figurative artworks in a variety of 100% of the food on offer, whilst and date for consideration by the owners. Title this a couple of working days prior to settlement reports completed on the insulation primary ownership document for property in NZ. description for three artists – Mandy mediums, Nikki’s distinctive quirky pieces profits used soaking up a great to give you time to resolve any unlikely problems. in their rental property, this is A Multiple Offer Situation can occur with any of It’s an important one to check out, it describes Palmer, Nikki Parker and Jan Campbell who with their insightful sayings, and Jan’s to support country atmosphere! new legislation, so new reports these methods. It means there is more than one any covenants (specific rules for use of that What’s happening in the market right now? It are required. And of course, as will be showcasing their varied artworks at bold and colourful abstracts, you will soon our school, its We are really are more than a school fair! offer being made on the property so you will need property) easements (rights that neighbouring was very busy leading up to Christmas and into previously has been the case, failure Miscellaneous – an art exhibition. see why it is called Miscellaneous. students and provide valuable assets to Come see for yourselves. to “put your best foot forward “ with your offer or property may have over your land e.g power, the New Year - right now there is a shortage of assist in the future of learning. risk missing out. The scenario is regulated and the water or phone) and other interests. quality properties on the market and a steady to comply will potentially result in All three artists are based in North Miscellaneous will be held at The Brick Check out our FB page and website for salesperson marketing the property should follow • Confirmation of Finance - self explanatory but stream of strong buyers. Sellers, now could be an fairly substantial fines. Canterbury, and are members of the Mill, in the exhibition room, at 1473 Main Last year the school pool benefited all craft and trade stall participants and the REINZ best practice method and ask you to important. excellent time to move. Buyers, get as organised from our fair with a total upgrade and Katrina Green - Property Management Rangiora Art Society and Arts Canterbury. North Road, Waikuku from the 29th of what’s happening on the day. acknowledge being explained the details of this • Confirmation ofInsurance on the dwelling and as you can so you are ready to strike when you E [email protected] Each of them have been exhibiting both February to the 8th of March. Saturdays keys are offered to the whole Swannanoa in writing prior to your offer being presented. other improvements on the land - goes hand in see a property you like. For more advice - call us! locally and in the greater Christchurch and Sunday open 10am-4pm, Monday- community as well as technology - with 3D www.swannanoacountryfair.co.nz area at art shows for several years now Friday 10am-3pm. Level 1 Conway Building, 188 High Street, Rangiora T 03 310 6010 E [email protected] W rwrangiora.co.nz which is how the three artists became To find out more information about friends. Miscellaneous will be the first the show head to “Miscellaneous – An time they have exhibited as a trio. 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6 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 7 Shoe Therapy image: Christine Watton Shoe Therapy - A Shoe Shop with a difference. Fashion Stylist Debbie offers friendly relaxed advice in a gorgeous setting. Django & Juliette, Top End, Mollini, Rollie and other top brands are selected for their quality and style. Handbags and jewellery complete your outfit. Summer Sale continues instore and online. 178a Williams Street, Kaiapoi www.shoetherapy.co.nz
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And the Kaiapoi River Carnival & Boat Warfrin management {CPAM}, By the riverside in Kaiapoi people are enjoying a lazy, sunny afternoon. vaccinations, automated medico On the water the Kaiapoi River Queen is ready to take a cruise and Show is all about enjoying it. and medicine management, passers by stop on the bridge to take in the view. viagra sales, female urinary tract infection treatment and “The river was looking so good,” emergency contraception services. Kaiapoi’s post-quake development is really worth a visit – bursting with fruit trees; patches says Chris Greengrass, “we starting to show the town at its best once again of vegetables; plump, red strawberries and wanted to celebrate that”. Waimak Flatties We have a Natural Health and people are rediscovering this riverside gem. more. There’s even a little solar-powered spot to Greengrass is one of a small Practitioner and Beauty Therapist Dragon Boat racing offering very specific knowledge. charge your phone and a picnic table so you can group of organisers who The town boasts an extensive choice of Radio Controlled boats stay a while. first revived this carnival We stock Revlon, Loreal, La Clinica GraceStone eateries to suit all tastes and, more importantly and giftware. all times of day. And during the day Kaiapoi’s Explore a little further around here and you’ll last year. Jet Boat display GraceStone has been driven to offer high quality material and eclectic mix of original shops offers a refreshing 129 Williams Street, Kaiapoi come across the BMX track opened in October This year’s carnival Raft Race Ph 03 327 7339 customer service. It is through the dedication of all its staff that change from the same old names of the big promises a wide range of last year. It’s a great spot to take the kids with Foil Board GraceStone continues to grow its good name. A visit to our website malls. events, displays and rides. is a must or you can visit our factory between 8am-4pm weekdays. their bikes and as the track fits four bikes across – From flyboarding by champion Fly board- world 126 Courtenay Drive, Kaiapoi. Ph 033278577 www.gracestone.co.nz If you want a bit of tranquillity, then wander there’s plenty of opportunity for some run races. Flying Fish Gemma Weston to water-skiing champion & first class down to the back of town and have a ramble Stand at the top of the bike track and you can around the old red zone. Once this area was demos and jet boat displays. Littlies will be delighted stunt woman Gemma Pet Supplies also spot the dog park, another new addition to home to many Kaiapoi residents and now, with the bumper boats; water walkers and bouncy Weston We are passionate about Kaiapoi Trellis the area. Opened last year it’s the perfect spot castles. There really is something for everyone! helping you take care Kaiapoi Trellis specialise in despite the wide-open space, you can still spot Sea Cadets for pooches to run free and even has a ‘stick of your pets as well as enviro-friendly timber, locally the tell-tale signs of old hedging and the odd, If you want to get involved why not enter the raft library’ to add to the canine fun. Coast Guard possible. We cover a wide manufacturing products from exotic plant that was once a much-cared for race? Make your own raft out of recycled materials range of needs for your premium Macrocarpa and feature in someone’s garden. It’s easy to wile away a summer’s day “Walk the Plank” to compete. Your entry must be registered by 16th animals whether they have MicroPro treated Pine. We in Kaiapoi whether you’re after lunch and But this area is slowly being repurposed February and further details are available on the Kaiapoi Water Skiing demo scales, feathers or tails. We customise our products to and in late 2017 the Kaiapoi Food Forest burst shopping; budget friendly family fun or you River Carnival & Boat Show Facebook page. don’t always have what achieve your desired result. just want to enjoy the riverside setting. As ‘WHOW’ demo’s you want but we always Whether it’s trellis for privacy into life with its first public planting day – the Whether you’re 7 or 70, there’s something to enjoy at Kaiapoi regenerates it’s easy to see how why have what you need! or shelter, Oregon farm gates, local community showed up in force and over the Kaiapoi River Carnival & Boat Show. So put the date Action on water at all this charming spot was twice named NZ’s Most outdoor furniture or planter 80 trees were donated on that day. Now this in your diary and get down to Kaiapoi with the whole the Carnival on at what’s times. 77 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi boxes, we will help bring your fabulous addition to Kaiapoi continues to be Beautiful Town. But don’t just take our word for family on Sunday 1st March. Ph (03) 972 5495 ideas to life. hugely popular with the community and is well it – head out and rediscover it for yourself. www.kaiapoitrellis.co.nz Ph 027 575 4511 Kaiapoi Club The Club is in the heart of Kaiapoi, PlaceMakers offering two bars, Full TAB service, PlaceMakers have been proud members of the Kaiapoi Community Pegasus Bay Law Holly, Anneliese, and Kiah spacious gaming room along with two since opening in December 2015. Join us on Thursday March 12th large screens for those all-important 7am-9am for one of our legendary Monster Tool Sales. Come and enjoy Introducing the Pegasus Bay Law Kaiapoi Team sporting moments. breakfast on us and some bargains you won’t want to miss. Pegasus Bay Law is focused on giving you sound advice and Our Bistro opens at 12pm for lunch, 17 Hakarau Rd,Kaiapoi Ph (03) 327 5860 www.placemakers.co.nz practical solutions. Wednesday to Sunday and from 5pm This means being easy to talk to, and using our experience and for evening dining. expertise to deliver the best outcome for you. Raffles are held Wednesdays, Fridays & The team members pride themselves on their open, down-to- Saturday evenings from 4.30pm earth approach. Quiz nights every fortnight starting The Kaiapoi team is headed up by Anneliese Muldoon. Anneliese is an experienced solicitor who has worked in Thursday Feb 13th, Housie every Thursday the North Canterbury area for several years. She is ready to help you with your legal needs, ably assisted by Holly from 12pm. Stewart and Kiah Foote. You do not need to be a Club Member to dine however, special Holly is an experienced legal executive, and Kiah is the friendly receptionist/legal assistant at the front desk. conditions do apply when purchasing alcohol. If you have a legal matter to discuss, then we are here to help. 97 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, Ph (03) 928 1215 113 Raven Street, Kaiapoi. Ph 03 327 7884
FENWICKS PHARMACY 8 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 9 Little Bohemia Amellia Sanderson, opened her new boutique shop, Little Bohemia, at the Brick Mill, Waikuku on a beautiful Friday evening. Rambling at the I can’t believe Just imagine the fellowship that could The shop is a mix of boho and edgy fashion, accessories, we are already occur at a simple gathering where you giftware and interiors… something cool and a little off in February! What bring a small stash of your favourite bits to beat for everyone. happened to January share techniques, growing skills, working I hear you ask? It goes to show how fast time with your hands, and making new friends. New name, same great sales and service goes by and that is what brings me to this There really is something magical about Rusty Acre month’s crafty idea…. Slow Stitching and the working with your hands. Being able to After more than 30 years in business, Mead blasters, back pack sprayers, weed eaters, hedge Magic of Slow Sewing. It’s not new, in fact, slowly create something with your hands Mowers and Chainsaws changed hands in trimmers and blowers, to battery operated “It’s just my hobby,” he shrugs. It feels like a serious understatement. The garden is slow stitching was popular in the Victorian seems to alter time a little. It takes me September, when Malcolm Mead retired, and machines and much more. A five year domestic times where young women spent their time filled with amazing steel sculptures of all shapes and sizes that he has created in his from multi-tasking down to doing just one sold the business to Tony, Kerin, Simon and warranty shows great confidence in the product.” doing needle work. It was done over time workshop. He uses steel which he buys new and ‘the odd bit of scrap’. simple task. When I’m in this place I can Emma Brand. “We purchased Malcolm’s other and every inch of gorgeous fabric, lace and Manager, Gavin McClung says innovations feel myself breathe. And somehow order is business, Mead Engineering at Ashley, in 2010. ribbon was used; nothing was wasted. The such as GPS tracking on auto mowers is another restored. This may just be what the doctor At the time Malc suggested we might purchase Japanese are known for slow stitching or 1. reason why Husqvarna is an industry leader. ordered in our fast pace world, so how not the mower shop as well. This sounded like a “mending”. Any stitch and any piece of fabric “The product range is second to none, with a joining us at one of our 2 classes where good idea so we waited for him to give us a ring can be added to a base fabric to create a machine for almost every job. We also offer the talented Louise brings her passion for before he headed off with his fishing rod over master piece. The pieces can be hand sewn finance terms, including 24 months interest free, fabric and design to show you the magic his shoulder,” says Tony Brand, whose family together or framed on their own. They make and our sales are backed by professional service you can create. has operated in North Canterbury as Brand gorgeous cushion covers! support, with our workshop team servicing and We offer two slow stitching classes per Logging for 35 years, starting in the Eyrewell and repairing most makes of equipment” It’s about stitching a slow sewing project week; Thursday mornings and Friday Ashley Forests in the mid 1980s. by hand. It’s about hand embroidering a Tony says after five months in the new midday, so book in for a special date The mower shop has been renamed Brand sampler for fun and it’s about taking the time and we will show you how much fun business, he is pleased with how it is going and to pause and reflect on what you’re sewing. Mowers and Chainsaws, however customers can enjoys meeting “new folk” from around the Slow Stitching is! expect the same experience, and familiar faces, Why Slow Stitching? area. "We have always tried to deal locally when 2. as all staff were retained. “The changeover has purchasing, and we are appreciative of our All you need is a small basket or bag with been relatively seamless, even throughout the customers who share the same philosophy.“ bits of fabric bits, a couple of good sharp hectic Christmas period.” needles, some thread, and a pair of scissors. The Brands have made a few changes, All sorts of lace, ribbon and small notions can including building a lean-to for storing mowers be added as well. You may have a couple of out of the weather, revamping the showroom, buttons of grandmother’s cardigan or a piece shifting Tony’s office downstairs into the corner of of lace from a wedding dress, these make the showroom, and tidying up the yard. some beautiful and memorable slow stitch projects. “We specialise in Husqvarna, which is a great company to deal with and markets all their 3. 4. own products from chainsaws, mowers, water
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10 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 11 words: Pattie Peglar photography: Dorothy - essence magazine The interesting thing about rural blocks is that nobody really knows what others get up to behind Rambling those macrocarpa hedges. Step through the little gate into the Rusty Acre at Mandeville and you’re taken into another world – with a touch of the Alice in Wonderland about it.
at the Winding pathways lead through the green and shady garden. everywhere you look there is something to catch the eye - like the There are towering trees and splashes of floral colour and birds flit rusty fairy spreading her steel wings high in a tree. and fly through the canopy. In the trees and undergrowth figures Allan is the sculpting half of this partnership. “It’s just my hobby,” and shapes sculpted from steel peer out at you. It feels cool and he shrugs. It feels like a serious understatement. The garden is filled enchanting on a warm summer’s day and it’s hard to imagine with amazing steel sculptures of all shapes and sizes that he has this space any other way. But when Allan O’Loughlin and Andrea created in his workshop. He uses steel which he buys new and ‘the Wadsworth moved on to this 2-acre block back in 1993 it was a bare odd bit of scrap’. Rusty paddock. In fact the couple are both very creative in their own ways. While Shortly afterwards they went overseas, spending a couple of years Allan is working away with his mig welder, Andrea can often be found in the UK and came back with “lots of ideas” says Andrea. in her own shed restoring an old vase with delicate hand painting So was there a master plan when they moved on to a bare or re-upholstering an old chair. “I love that sort of thing,” she says, Acre paddock? “There were no plans,” laughs Allan, “Around here you “Mum always had an eye for colours and I just love titivating and need to get shelter belts up. So the only plan was for the easterly, reorganising my surroundings.” Many of the pieces that Andrea Andrea Wadsworth and Allan O'Loughlin the nor’wester and the southerly”. restores are now destined for her home décor shop which is an An old shed made with big, sandy coloured bricks looks like absolute treasure trove for those after something a little bit different. something lifted out of an old English cottage garden; a unique The Rusty Acre opened to the public just over a year ago, but it formation of old gas bottles has been transformed into nesting was mainly driven by Andrea’s love of home décor. “It was the shop boxes for wild birds and a formidable wooden gate with a huge that came first. I just love home décor, quirky stuff and I wanted to rusted handle leads into the herb garden. do something here,” she explains. She continues to work part time This was one of the first areas of the garden they developed and as a theatre nurse, commuting into Christchurch and spends the it is Andrea’s first love. “I love herbs and I’m always out picking rest of her time running her shop and events at The Rusty Acre while flowers, often to press. We bottle all our beetroot and make jams Allan is the sculptor and gardener of the organisation. and chutneys,” she says. This talented couple might have started with “no plan” for their But centre stage in this garden are the sculptures. A long-legged bare paddock – but what they have created is enchanting. A true man sits atop a penny farthing bike his scarf blowing in the wind; testimony perhaps to the power of not planning. towering, willowy figures are scattered around the open lawn; The Rusty Acre is open from Friday to Sunday. For more details an abstract shape of galvanised steel takes centre stage. But visit The Rusty Acre on Facebook.
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18 February 2020 I essence essence I February 2020 19 Claiming Estate Planning The secrets to lasting Join the Nourish Cost your personal Body and Mind $120 Creating Certainty health and Retreat! power Happy New Year! The Nourish team is excited to announce the date for its I think we can still say that, but only just. wellbeing I’ve just got home from We’re already into February. Hopefully upcoming one-day Body and Mind Retreat, which will be held on: two weeks running equine- you’ve all had some quality time with led learning retreats on a family during the Christmas days, as beautiful hill country farm Often though, leaving behind well as a relaxing few days off over the Sunday 5 April at Rossburn on the Whanganui River. who we thought we were to New Year period. I know we did. I love Receptions, Spark Lane, become who we are capable Christmas Day with young grandchildren, One of the retreats explored of being asks us to notice y close family and elderly parents. Rangiora from 10am to 3pm b our relationship with power. n the stories we’ve been telling Gu And as you might expect, there Ingrid about ourselves and others. These However not everyone had quite the same During this retreat you will learn positive steps you were plenty of power dynamics stories – for example, “he’s belittling experience as us. Spare a thought for can take towards creating sustainable change in your within the group that needed to be worked me”, or “I’m useless” - are built out of our those who have in the past, and indeed did life, leading to a healthier, happier you. Topics covered through. That experience, which was past experiences, but then become the lens this year, lose loved ones over this special will include Kind Yoga, mindfulness, sleep, pelvic floor sometimes uncomfortable, highlighted for me through which we view our present and our time of year. Jill and I personally had three health, gut health, emotional intelligence, healthy living, what authentic personal power is, and one future. As we tell them over and over, and such sad occasions this Christmas. To and self-love. key thing we can all do to empower ourselves. react as if they were true, we give our power be fair, all of them where older and all of away to others and create painful, restrictive them had been unwell for some time. We Includes a nutritious lunch, and morning tea. True personal power is not about position, patterns in our lives. status, getting other people to do what you ourselves experienced the passing of Jill’s This last week I’ve seen how our stories mum shortly after Christmas two years ago Contact the Nourish team for more say, or even being “respected”. Instead, can keep us stuck and hurting. And I’ve after a long battle with cancer. equally (and perhaps jointly) with Mum Stacey Harris, Sarah Sidey, Jo Hopkinson-Haigh information! it comes from knowing who you are and also seen how, when we have the courage and Dad. Dad passes away from a sudden what you value, and being willing to make to name those stories and let them go, These untimely and very sad events Who doesn’t want to live their best life – topics, including Sleep Well, Brain Food, decisions based on that knowledge, even caused me to consider the subject of illness leaving the 90% shareholding with feeling healthy, vital, alive and happy? That’s Movement is Medicine, Communication, we reclaim our freedom to respond to if that makes other people uncomfortable. what happens in our lives from a place of estate planning. Something we should mum. Mum doesn’t really have anything what the team at Nourish Body and Mind Breathing Into Calm, Stress Less, A wise person once said that having choice awareness and authenticity. That seems to all consider and review while we still can. to do with the business operationally but wants for us too, and they are on a mission Mindfulness at Work, Peak Performance, leads to awareness, but only decisions lead me like real power. Regardless of age, we need to ensure the keeps the shares because of the child who to help make it happen. Digital Health, Emotional Intelligence and right steps are in place to make certain relies on the business for their income. Pelvic Floor Education, plus many more. to growth. And personal power increases (If you’re interested in what I mean by In today’s fast-paced world we are Is your team over time as we make decisions – knowing “stories”, and how to release them, you that our liabilities are taken care of and Then, just as suddenly, Mum passes as bombarded by infomercials, fad diet Jo says it is no surprise that Sleep is the that we might get it wrong – accept the might like to check out the latest video – our assets go where we want them to go. well. Now what happens to the 90% programmes, exercise equipment and even first of the Four Pillars of Health, as the shares?? fit for work? consequences, and “The Stories I Tell Myself” - on the Resources Now, you might be saying “what’s this got pills and potions which claim to make us importance of getting a good night’s sleep grow. pages of my website.) thinner, firmer, stronger, fitter, healthier, less cannot be underestimated. to do with insurance?”. Well, we certainly You guessed it; they’re equally shared stressed, and happier. don’t directly do Wills, Trusts or Enduring amongst the surviving children – 30% “The latest research shows that sleep With growing awareness that the health of a business is Power of Attorney, but we could refer you each. The working in the business child However, Jo, Stacey and Sarah from is vital for optimal health, yet around dependent on the health of its workforce, there is perhaps Integrative Coaching and Equine Assisted Learning on if that’s needed. However, insurance now owns 40%, which is good. But he Nourish Body and Mind, say the best way to one third of the population suffers from no better time to adopt a wellbeing programme to support (or she) is now in business with their two Ph 027 4879923 | [email protected] | www.ingridgunby.com can play an important part of estate achieve long term wellbeing and happiness insomnia. Our Sleep Toolbox is full of sleep your staff. They’ll feel valued, healthier and happier, siblings, not good. The other two sibling is to create small, sustainable changes, built hygiene tips to help people get their sleep planning in certain cases. You’ll recall in which research shows can result in lower absenteeism, simply want the capital value of the around the Four Pillars of Health – Sleep, back on track.” one of my very early columns I described decreased stress, boosted morale, increased performance insurance as the “funding mechanism” business, an amount of $600k. Where do Nourishment, Movement, and Mindfulness. and staff retention. It’s a win-win! Nutrition is a big topic for which the to finance what we want to happen in you get that from? The bank? Maybe, but “People are often after a quick fix. Nourish team have simple advice. The team at Nourish Body and Mind creates tailor-made the case of certain unplanned events. what if the bank says “no”! However all the research shows it is the “Eat less processed foods, eat more real packages for corporate and business clients – from 2.5 Car insurance for example. If you have What’s the solution? Insurance! A life positive things we do on an ongoing basis foods, and everything in moderation,” says hour workshops, to full day events, and even one to three- an accident in your car, the insurance which really have the biggest impact. insurance policy on Dad for the amount of, Sarah Sidey. day private retreats. They can come to your workplace, or company doesn’t fix it, that’s done by the Understanding the connection between in this case, $600k owned by the working arrange an event offsite (often at Rossburn Receptions). panel beater. The insurance company physical and mental health is another key. The exciting full-day programmes include Mindfit, Workfit, Make in the business child with a “buy/sell” The meaning of health and well-being just pays for it! That’s the “funding agreement to purchase the shares when Mindful, or Teamfit, or you can mix and match a range of mechanism” to fix your car. must be attached to all parts of our bodies, topics from the Nourish menu, specific to your team. As the life insurance claim is settled. Easy. including our minds and not just our well as the full range of personal health and well-being you feel And so, this can work on estate planning. The life insurance policy provides the muscles,” says Stacey Harris, a qualified topics, the Nourish team covers workplace specific topics, I’ll give you an example… money to buy the estate out of the shares. NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Myers including Healthy Workplace Habits, Mindfulness at Work, This is a very simple example of how Briggs, and Mindfulness practitioner. like you Let’s say there is a family owned business Communication, Team Dynamics/Relationships, Peak started by Mum and Dad. 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My services include “face slapping” out to support our Woodend Woodend and Pegasus who Services. He has extensive reality checks when needed... but I’m also my community in sending a clear wanted to get involved any way Raelene Rees business experience in varied and client’s biggest fan and cheerleader! message to the government to they could. What I didn’t expect Nerissa Moore challenging environments. He Good advice is great – but having the time fund the Woodend Bypass. was to see so many residents from Raelene has been self employed Cust, Kaiapoi and Rangiora, who now works with his wife Belinda and know-how to make changes can be a This year, vehicle movements on for over 30 years, has two offices also arrived to help. Mark O’Donnell Nerissa completed her training at Maria offering a “one stop shop” service luxury to the busy small business. I’m a doer State Highway 1 at Woodend are and 15 staff members. With her Christchurch Polytech in 2013. She to busy local businesses. - I help manage aspects of your business, expected to reach 20,000 per day. So many people wanted to show Mark is an Authorised Financial extensive business knowledge is the owner of North Canterbury’s Thackwell implement change and deliver projects. Residents are justifiably asking their support that I arranged a Adviser. He has 32 years’ experience and a trusted network of advisors how they can cross the road safely. community event at the Woodend fastest growing Tax and Maria is a Registered Financial Q. What Services do you offer? It can be lonely and stressful when you are Raelene and her team are Community Centre ahead of the providing financial advice. We Bookkeeping business. Her drive Adviser with over 30 years of Our business offers business coaching and “the boss” and having a critical friend to I was absolutely gutted to hear passionate about helping you see Rally for people to get together have a passion for helping people and passion is to support small to financial industry experience. She consultancy, alongside more traditional bounce ideas off, and vent to, can ease the the government has failed to the bigger picture and making commit to the Woodend Bypass and make placards and signs for develop good financial outcomes medium sized businesses within the is the owner of Maria Thackwell accountancy and bookkeeping services. We load considerably. Simply put, having an the Rally. This is community-led informed decisions in your in its transport infrastructure that meet their goals and objectives. North Canterbury region to succeed Mortgage Company, which has a help people that are either new to business experienced guide saves a lot of pain and action, with residents from across in their ability to understand and business ventures. or need support to navigate challenges. announcements this week. It’s local Rangiora office and a team brings results quicker. staggering to think Auckland got the Waimakariri standing together Q. I have signed up for KiwiSaver but comply with their tax obligations to support Woodend in calling I’m not sure where it is invested and of 4. Maria won Financial Advice Q. Do I really need an accountant? Q. What are the common challenges billions yet Canterbury received and their daily transactions. your clients face? Often the step from Ph 027 8310 237 $159 million ― and there’s nothing on the government to build the at what rate, can you help me? NZ, Lender of the Year 2019/2020. Why should I choose Raelene Rees bypass. Chartered Accountants? being employed to self-employed is a huge [email protected] for North Canterbury. With the It’s very important at an early stage to Q. What can a Bookkeeper do for my Q. Why should I use a Mortgage Communication is the key - We listen. leap into the unknown for many. Being Office 6, First Floor, Admiralty government still to announce The idea to hold a Rally came get qualified advice about what fund business and who needs one? Adviser? Seeking the advice of an Adviser We won’t bamboozle you with jargon, good at your chosen profession does not Building, Conway Lane, Rangiora further roading projects, we still out of my public meeting last year you should be in to determine your A Bookkeeper is a person who assists have a chance to make our voices to discuss safety issues on SH1. risk profile best for you. If you don’t saves you time shopping around and we encourage you to ask questions in recording the financial transactions – there is never a silly question, only heard. This makes the Rally for We need to show the government make an active choice you will be in a drives competition between lenders. An Woodend on Sunday 9 February how much we care about our for a business including daily bank Adviser can access a range of lending an opportunity to achieve a solution. low earning default fund which could reconciliations, monthly reporting, Payroll, The more information we have about even more necessary, and it’s community, and I’m inviting cost you many thousands of potential options which look at policy, pricing and filing GST Returns. We cater for those who your business and your goals, the better important we get a large turn-out. Waimakariri residents to come earnings. products lenders offer and tailor these and visibly show their support at are short on time and need to keep their to suit your personal situation. Even we are able to help you achieve your Sandra James I have been moved by the Q. I’m 18 and just starting my first job financial compliance requirements. support shown to our Woodend 12.30pm on Sunday 9 February book work up to date and those who prefer though some Advisers can’t work with all at Owen Stalker Park, Woodend. do I need to sign up to KiwiSaver? The services we provide encompass all Wedding and community. outsourcing their administration tasks lenders, they do work with the majority, The Rally will be a family-friendly The short answer is yes, because you – our client base includes Sole Traders, facets of accounting and compliance Funeral celebrant and are aware of the products and pricing requirements. Let us take care of YOGA • PILATES • MASSAGE When I went out onto the streets event. Bring your neighbour, your qualify for employer contribution and a Partnerships and Company’s. they can’t source directly and use this to deliver flyers advertising the family and your friends. We need government contribution on top of your keeping you, your bank and the IRD Peace of mind – disorganised books can information to source the best deal with happy, so you can focus on getting the YOUR DAY. Rally for Woodend, to take place as big a crowd as possible. own contributions. weigh heavily on your mind as a business who they can use. This is done free of real work done! YOUR WAY. owner. With all of the other factors of charge 99% of the time as the lenders Q. What are the advantages of having Q. What information do I need to give running a business, your bookkeeping pay an Adviser when a loan settles. Funded by the Parliamentary Service KiwiSaver? my accountant and how often should I Sometimes a specialist lender option FREE and authorised by Matt Doocey MP, You get employer and government should not be keeping you up at night. talk to my accountant? CLASS P: 027 290 7550 contributions on top of your own. When your books are complete, you can needs to be sourced and therefore a fee Usually you would see your accountant Ph: 021 338 987 E: [email protected] 188 High Street, Rangiora. rest easy knowing that your financial may need to be charged. with this Savings for your retirement. once a year at tax time, more often 8 Tahuna St, Pegasus Town information is review ready. Instead, you’ll Q. Should I approach my own lender for more complex work. If you have a activezenstudio advert We have agreements with a number find your mind at ease and more focused first? Our advice is to get objective question we encourage you to give us of KiwiSaver providers, AMP, Booster, on other elements of your business. We advice from an Adviser who works for you, a quick call (quick = free!) to answer a Milford Funds, ANZ where we provide also bring the personal touch to our valued not the lender. Upon decline from their query or solve any issues as they occur. advice and ongoing monitoring to clients. own bank, client’s may not realise there We believe it’s best to deal with things Readings with Holly optimise returns. When we are advising now, instead of down the track when Q. How can I take the stress out of end are many possible immediate options and providing that service there is no available and therefore waste time and no-one can remember the details and direct fee charged to you, we are paid a of year tax returns? it becomes much more costly and time- WOF-SERVICE As registered Tax Agents, we can process may miss out on opportunities while they portion of the standard fees charged for try to meet their own banks policy. Every consuming to resolve. With appointment FULL MECHANICAL REPAIRS and file your end of year accounts and tax our service by the KiwiSaver provider time a credit check is done too, reduces Q. Is Xero/MYOB for me? How do I keep times available TYRES returns with the IRD. We can help with tax throughout the we have agreements with. Your own a client’s credit score so gaining advice my Financial Records organised? COURTESY CAR AVAILABLE KiwiSaver provider may be able to planning and liaise with the IRD on your from an Adviser ensures the right fit first Software is the generally accepted method week and on Specialist custom picture give you assistance if they provide behalf. time and protects your credit score. now, but manual works too. Whatever weekends! 325 Flaxton Road, Rangiora framing & giftware personalised advice. Q. Are you GST registered? system you use, keep it up to date, Call Peter or Nikki on 03 313 3344 Q. Do you only look after finance to accurate, complete, and tidy. If you want 10 Cone Street, Rangiora If you’d like to consider your options, If so, GST registered businesses must keep Phone [email protected] purchase a home? education – we can train you. If you want P: 03 313 5474 please don’t hesitate to contact our all tax invoices and expense receipts over 03 314 9073 No, we can also source options in regard to leave it all to us, that’s fine too. www.nz-souvenirs.co.nz office on 0508 237 583. We are 237 high $50 to support an expense claim. If not, to re-fixing loans when fixed rates come Q. What are the Core Philosophies at Join Melissa Gardiner to: Street upstairs at the Rangiora medical we can help if you are unsure whether you up. This is a crucial time to contact us www.mistypathway.com need to be GST registered. Raelene Rees Chartered Accountants? corner. as we check what the bank is offering Be yourself, be kind, treat others as you Q. What financial records do I need to you to the whole market to make sure want to be treated yourself and always A Disclosure Statement relating to the Financial keep and for how long? the rates are competitive. It may be listen. RANGIORA SHOWCASE JEWELLERS Advisers associated with Canterbury Financial (2005) Invoices, receipts, vehicle log books and beneficial to refinance at this point or to Services Ltd is available on request free of charge. re-structure. We also have relationships Q. What are your most successful • Jewellery Repairs documents for assets purchased, whether clients doing? they are electronic or paper based, must with lenders who finance businesses, • Watch & Clock Repairs vehicle purchases, and personal loans. They have good systems, procedures Attend a Mini-Yoga Retreat with “Plan for the future, because be kept for 7 years. and support, and we make sure they We look after top ups and provide Melissa to rejuvenate your body and • Jewellery Manufacturing & Remodelling that’s where you are going to have good financial information. information on break costs and whether mind. 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