Hilary Barry, the Seven Sharp host, took the runway by storm at the Hokonui Fashion Design Awards in Gore, impressing the crowd with her bold catwalk perfo
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Nelson artist Maggy J won distinction for her work,
Snakes and Ladders, illustrating the ups and downs of life with Covid, while New Plymouth’s Susan Imhasley won the Dame Suzie Moncrieff Merit Award for her piece,
Balance.
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The move to its Hardy St premises last year has unlocked a wider exposure of The Refinery Artspace to the public and engagement with those looking to showcase their works. Bailee Lobb of Wellington won the $5000 Supreme Award for
Restful Heart, while the Bernina Award for the most creative use of a sewing machine went to Paeroa’s Deb Shepherd for her large portrait using free-motion stitching.