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Issue 4 November/December 2005

Issue 4

Issue 4

November / December 05

Features

Collector's Item

A remarkable house near Queenstown's Remarkable Mountains is the most recent work of art and antiques collector Gary Mahan.

Words Kate Coughlan. Read the full article.

At the sign of the Blue Chook

Running a pub in a sleepy seaside town wasn't part of their grand plan but two sisters are now revelling in pulling pints in Raglan.

Words Polly Greeks. Read the full article.

Home on the Ranch

Media magnate Rupert Murdoch relaxes at home with his wife Wendi and two young daughters.

Words Kate Coughlan. Read the full article.

OTHER FEATURES IN THIS ISSUE...

Honeyed Words: Prize-winning young poet Emily Dobson is creating a buzz in the leterary world.
Son of South Auckland: Actor Jo Folau is determined to make it happen in theatre and film.
A Dream Come True: A scrapbook of ideas has evolved into a store called magnolia, filled with the owner's favourite things.
All in the Whanau: A father and his two daughters collaborate in an exhibition that highlights the family's complementary talents.
Game of Two Lives: He's in advertising, she's in farming and by coming the two they enjoy the best of both worlds.
Going Bananas: A tropical haven in the Far North provides a laid-back lifestyle and  a harvest of exotic produce for its self-sufficient owners.

 

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Taste

FRESH FROM THE GARDEN

Annabel Langbein plans a Christmas feast with the season's long-awaited treats.

PARTY, PARTY

It's not a party without finger food, says new cookbook author Danielle Bowater.

 


Find the recipes you're looking for by using our search function located at the top of this page.

 

 

 

OTHER TASTES IN THIS ISSUE...

Success is sweet: Makano Confections hand-make their chocolates with old-fashioned care.
Fizzing with enthusiasm: Most of the world's bubbly is made by blokes but not in New Zealand. Meet Julia O'Connell.

 

 

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Destinations

The Frisco

If you're going to San Francisco forget the flowers in your hair, just plan to stay longer.

Words Kate Coughlan. Read the full article.

OTHER DESTINATIONS IN THIS ISSUE...

North by True North: Australia's Kimberley coast is full of magnificent but hard-to-get-to-scenery. Come aboard the True North for a close look.
On the Hog's Back: Team the on-road thrills of a Harley-Davidson with the Coromandel's quiet pleasures.

 

 

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