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Tragedy sometimes brings positive outcomes. Former model and fashion entrepreneur Judy Dodwell had just left New Zealand for a new life in Bahrain with her husband and two sons when she received a phone call she has never forgotten.
Her beautiful daughter had been tragically killed in a car … View moreTragedy sometimes brings positive outcomes. Former model and fashion entrepreneur Judy Dodwell had just left New Zealand for a new life in Bahrain with her husband and two sons when she received a phone call she has never forgotten.
Her beautiful daughter had been tragically killed in a car accident near Queenstown.
The news shocked the family. Nicola, who excelled at school and was deputy head prefect, was travelling to Queenstown with a friend for a holiday job when the car spun out of control. Nicola was flung to her death on the roadside.
In a new country, in a new culture, Judy admits she did not cope with her loss. Paralysed with grief she found it impossible to complete even the smallest tasks. Her two sons needed their mother and parenting them both seemed to be all she could do.
Five years passed until one day she read in a magazine, "Success only comes by a change of attitude."
This sentence stayed in her mind, reminding her of previous success in life as an international model and the positive outlook she had at that time.
Judy determined to change her attitude, use her knowledge and skills and start her own modelling school, ignoring Bahrain's ban on expatriate women working.
After one year she was shut down. Judy would not close without a fight however so she appealed, was granted an audience with the highest government officials and finally her licence was granted by the king.
Judy's company Visual Image, Academy of Modelling expanded rapidly and before long Judy provided models for Formula 1 and Jewellery Arabia.
At the same time she amassed an exotic and amazing wardrobe of garments.
This spectacular Arabic fashion, which has been stored for over two decades, will be shown to the public for the first time this month at St Barnabas Church.
This is a first for the earthquake damaged newly restored and reopened church. Judy hopes to raise the final amount of money owing to pay for the earthquake repairs. She will install her cat walk down the centre isle and make use of the state of the art new sound system in the church.
All models are local and trained by Judy.
DETAILS
WHEN: November 24, 8pm.
WHERE: St Barnabas Church, Fendalton, Christchurch.
ENTRY: Tickets are $30 and available from the St Barnabas church office from 9am-3pm and the Ballantynes Department Store customer service desk.
- Words by Olive Lawson and Judy Dodwell. Photo - Amanda Dodwell.
To our dear neighbours...oranges 99c , courgettes 2.99 , free range eggs for 10!!!!!New seasons potato in store and more great deals to come....see you in store !!!!
Dear friends and neighbours, it’s a week now since little Mei has disappeared. Please help. We are happy to reward anyone who can reunite us with her financially. She is very loved and important to our family. She’s not a special breed so no reason to keep her if someone has her. We really need… View moreDear friends and neighbours, it’s a week now since little Mei has disappeared. Please help. We are happy to reward anyone who can reunite us with her financially. She is very loved and important to our family. She’s not a special breed so no reason to keep her if someone has her. We really need to find her or know what happened to her, please?
What do you think we should do with Yaldhurst Hall?Take our quick survey, which will provide options that will be taken to Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board meeting on the 12 December.
The survey will remain open until midday on Friday 24 November.
Keep an eye out for more First Aid tips for your dog (am not a vet but all based on common sense)....and competition this weekend with great prize. “Like” my fun facebook page highfivepuppyskills.
Can you help your neighbours survive Christmas?
Whether it’s clever ways to untangle the tinsel, the perfect glossy ham glaze, cheap and cheerful gift ideas, or how to manage an unexpected guest, having a few festive tricks up your sleeve never goes astray.
Spread a little joy by … View moreCan you help your neighbours survive Christmas?
Whether it’s clever ways to untangle the tinsel, the perfect glossy ham glaze, cheap and cheerful gift ideas, or how to manage an unexpected guest, having a few festive tricks up your sleeve never goes astray.
Spread a little joy by sharing a little advice. Simply share your top Christmas Survival Tip (or Tips!) with your neighbours and you could win a $100 SuperValue gift voucher. There’s 10 prizes up for grabs!
Baby animals, carnival rides and fairground food have proved an irresistible drawcard for thousands of people on the opening day of the Canterbury A&P Show.
Money raised in eastern Christchurch to save a pool from demolition will now support local children …
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.
If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at … View moreThe nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.
If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Hi neighbours! Only six weeks to go till Santa arrives! For all your home furniture requirements pop in to 4 Curletts Rd or check out our website www.christchurchauctions.co.nz..... We are open all weekend.
Summer is erratic in arriving in Canterbury, says our Christchurch columnist Mary Lovell-Smith. For her, no plant captures the promise of early summer like renga renga. What's your summer favourite?
Summer is erratic in arriving in Canterbury, says our Christchurch columnist Mary Lovell-Smith. For her, no plant captures the promise of early summer like renga renga. What's your summer favourite?
The Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable… View moreThe Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable Fund, meaning we have been able to roll these charging stations out to areas that haven’t seen them before.
We have relatives coming over for two weeks from 20th November who have had their AirBnB arrangements fall through. They are a couple with an 8 month old. If anyone has anything available (or knows someone who may have) please post a comments below.
Rob McDowell is having an Open Studio on Saturday afternoons from 2.30 - 4.30 pm. Do come and have a look at his paintings. Rob is certainly a talented artist and tutor. I love his art classes and the friendships that one develops with like minded artists.
Studio is 304 Tuam Street. It is on … View moreRob McDowell is having an Open Studio on Saturday afternoons from 2.30 - 4.30 pm. Do come and have a look at his paintings. Rob is certainly a talented artist and tutor. I love his art classes and the friendships that one develops with like minded artists.
Studio is 304 Tuam Street. It is on the corner of Tuam and Barbadoes Streets. Rob's sign will be out, and one can park in front of the Studio.
Call 0274 450 650
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