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"I went to Australia in 2010 with the intention of being there six months. I got offered a full time job as an assistant winemaker, so I decided to stay. Our winery wasn't set up for processing our whites, we did it at a contract facility which was Adam's work and I met Adam there.
… View more"I went to Australia in 2010 with the intention of being there six months. I got offered a full time job as an assistant winemaker, so I decided to stay. Our winery wasn't set up for processing our whites, we did it at a contract facility which was Adam's work and I met Adam there.
I always wanted to one day have my own brand. We came up with a concept while we were in Australia, it was a little side project. Each variety has its own native bird. That was one priority; to have a really distinctive label.
We moved back to New Zealand in 2020.
We were looking around Christchurch and I stumbled on Riverside Market. We approached them about putting in a cellar door. We did a pop up in September 2020 that did really well, so we decided to give it a shot. My dad is a retired builder, and all the bar tops came off an oak tree that got cut down on my neighbours property growing up.
I grew up between Christchurch and North Canterbury, I love the lifestyle here, I'm not a big city girl. I’ve always been a runner. I run because I love it and plan adventures around it for the challenge. We love hiking and take our dog Pippin as well.
Adam loves his golf…."
- Anna
"I do like playing golf. If I'm managing my time well, I’ll play a couple of times a week.
I went to Adelaide University, Anna went to Lincoln. Once I finally got into the industry and got a job with people that had some belief in me, I got more and more passionate about it.
Wine making is something we are very comfortable with. We are very much aligned with our wine making styles. The name comes from us having fun making the wines. With a lot of pretentiousness around wine, we wanted to steer away from that. so we came up with ‘Mischief’ over a few wines whilst holidaying in Arrowtown.
We're just coming up to vintage, So another year of making new wines. Between February and May, don't try and book us in for anything. It's just not gonna happen. At the end of that period, you wonder why you do it, but once you get into it, you look forward to it each year.
I've only ever seen Christchurch after the earthquakes. Being part of the community at Riverside we’ve watched the city rejuvenate. it's a really vibrant place to be, there's a strong heartbeat in the City.”
- Adam
It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe… View moreIt's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe tax and need to pay immediately to avoid legal trouble.
How to stay safe:
✅ Don’t click on links in emails or texts - log in to your myIR account directly.
✅ Check the sender - official IRD emails always end in @ird.govt.nz.
✅ Be cautious with texts - IRD only sends messages from four-digit codes, not
regular phone numbers.
Learn more about protecting yourself from tax scams:
netsafe.org.nz...
Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.
With its … View moreRetirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.
With its beautiful landscapes, outdoor lifestyle, and relaxed culture, New Zealand is the perfect place to make the most of your retirement. And at Ryman Healthcare, you can enjoy top-quality independent living options and exceptional care within a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded people.
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Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View moreNicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?
Australian native. Popular landscaping plant. Lomandra Lime Tuff is a compact plant with fine, lime green leaves that stay lush all year round. Simple, elegant and good looking. In summer small, fragrant, yellow flower spikes emerge. Grows approximately 50 x 50cm.
Looking for quiet person to suit like minded person. In quiet cul de sac on bus route. Schools and shops nearby. For unfurnished double bedroom. Power and broadband included. $250 per week.
You can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with … View moreYou can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
A wonderful low growing hedging plant with glossy, dark green foliage. Lonicera pileata is a popular, fast-growing hedge plant; its evergreen foliage grows in an arching, spreading habit. Bulk loads available. All great size - 20- 30cm ready to plant now. Surplus stock hence very reduced price. Not… View moreA wonderful low growing hedging plant with glossy, dark green foliage. Lonicera pileata is a popular, fast-growing hedge plant; its evergreen foliage grows in an arching, spreading habit. Bulk loads available. All great size - 20- 30cm ready to plant now. Surplus stock hence very reduced price. Not to be be missed. $2 per plant
Fast-growing, spreading, drought-tolerant grey shrub. Attractive hedge with pale-blue bee-attracting flowers. Looks great as a trimmed shrub, low shelter or topiary. Great on coastal sites. Evergreen. Hardy. Lots available.$3 per plant
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Are you a fan of maps? Interested in our marine environments?
The Iongairo project has been diving deep to understand the seafloor and marine ecosystems around Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The Iongairo partners have now proudly launched their interactive maps that provide new … View moreAre you a fan of maps? Interested in our marine environments?
The Iongairo project has been diving deep to understand the seafloor and marine ecosystems around Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The Iongairo partners have now proudly launched their interactive maps that provide new insights into what lies beneath the waves. The maps will help rūnanga, communities and agencies make more informed decisions about ecosystem management.
Great little bench top for toasties or savouries up graded so no longer need make an offer
Very comfortable Single mattress and Base Bed No longer needed as Kids have up sized in good clean condition,
just want gone now pick up belfast
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