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Issue 16 November / December

Feature Story
Moments of Heightened Awareness
Words: Kate Coughlan PHOTOGRAPHS: Matthew Williams
LEAD STORY: Life is a never-ending journey says a man who dumped accountancy for adventure. Now Bob Nelson is refocusing his destination.

Fresh from the Garden
TASTE: Annabel Langbein gives the traditional Xmas feast a Kiwi flavour.

Queen of Kitsch
FEATURE: A fashion stylist has fashioned herself a film set to live in.

Healthy Feasting
TASTE: Peter Chaplin lights up this Xmas with a healthy take on festive food.

Green Holidays
THE ENVIRONMENT: Ecotourism is the responsible way to travel.

Paradise by Committee
DESTINATION: Lord Howe Island is a stress-free environmental gem.

Good Hair Days
BEAUTY: Lucy Ewen makes every day a good-hair day.

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Other features in this issue ...

Feats of Clay: Potter/sculptor/ceramicist Christine Boswijk is an artist of many persuasions.
Southern Comfort: Pop stars and possums have both contributed to the success of Lily Southerlie.
Glass Vessels: Discovering the magic of glass has added a brilliant new dimension to Shona Firman's art.
In the Picture: Art is life for Peter and Annie Webb both at home and work.
From Kimono to Swanndri: An unconventional Japanese woman moves effortlessly
from adventurous entrepreneur to traditional hostess.
Sculptural Surprises: The works of Terry Stringer in his new Enclosed Garden are seldom what they seem at first glance.
Champion of Taranaki: Strong family and cultural values and a belief in community solutions have made Hayden Wano a leader among his people.

Other destinations in this issue ...

Love You Baby: Everybody is enamoured with the diminutive 1968 Fiat Bambina.
Story-Book City: Prague seems almost unchanged after a thousand years.

Other tastes in this issue ...

It's in the Stars: A Californian couple found their destiny on Waiheke Island.
Dream Cuisine: Annabel Langbein’s wish-list for her new kitchen and outdoor dining area.

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