Thanks for the response. First I've heard about SIFR, so I've checked the plugins etc and can find none with a mention of being anything to do with font replacement.
I checked the template (custom template by a web company) and commented out a couple of include js files that had SIFR mentioned.
However, still no luck - sliders still appear expanded.
Once again, appreciate any suggestions.
Thanks
BTW; NZ doesn't feel fair and lovely during the fall, at least in the part of the country I'm hiding in. Wet and gray is more apt a description.

- although I hear it's fair and lovely elsewhere.