‘Superfair’ with more entertainment than ever before

Press, 19 August 1982, Page 15

‘Superfair’ with more entertainment than ever before

With its working exhibits, interesting displays and more entertainment than ever — including New Zealand’s leading circus. Whirling Bros — this year’s Industries Fair is the “Superfair.” This year, the Canterbury Court and Alston Pavilion are booked with a wide range of interesting and educational exhibits including engineering, glass blowing, plastics exhibits, in some cases showing actual manufacture of products. The importance of energy to South Island industry is demonstrated by the Petrocorp display, which shows some of New Zealand’s major energy projects, while nearby, there is a model of the proposed Clutha High Dam.

In the engineering energy court, special features include examples of solar heating, L.P.G. modules, boilers and industrial heaters, all giving an indication of the work local manufacturers are doing in New Zealands’ energy development. For the many people interested in home improve-

ments, a walk around the Industries Fair will provide many new ideas ranging from the latest in spa pool design, heating systems, solar heating, furniture, caneware, outdoor furniture, carpet cleaning, roofing, garages and garden equipment, including lawn mowers and chain saws.

While women are examining the latest in sewing machines, and household equipment, there are exhibits

of wood turning, car care and car products, caravan equipment, bicycles, wool overlays,, all of particular interest to the - home handyman. .

A special feature this year is a marine court for the boat enthusiast, including wind surf equipment, boats and, for the first-time boat owner, the South Island Sailing School. The importance of transport to the South Island is highlighted by the displays of transport equipment and the Lyttelton Harbour Board’s special- exhibit showing the services the port provides for the commercial community of Canterbury, and also includes forklift equipment.

Education books are featured in two displays. In the Alston Pavilion, the Fair Restaurant will be operating daily, serving meals ranging from light snacks to a full meal in the evening.

Nearby, a wide range of novelty foods is available. In keeping with the Superfair image, the policy of upgrading Canterbury Court has been continued this year, with the construction of a new entrance way from the car park area into the building.

As people enter the building, there is a special glassed-in display area, which shows the importance of manufacturing and manufactured exports to New Zealand, including examples of some Canterbury-made products which sell on international markets.