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"Stinkypoo! Stinkypoo! Knickers, knickers, knickers!" Badjelly is back with the Monty Python treatment Tim Bray Theatre Company, Auckland’s leading theatre for children, returns to Takapuna’s PumpHouse Theatre this school holidays! This winter, the company revisits a classic that oozes with comedy – 'Badjelly the Witch' – promising a season of theatrical magic for the whole family. Kiwi kids have grown up with the story of Tim and Rose’s madcap adventure through the great black forest and into Photos by David Rowland / One-image.com. Badjelly’s castle, and this July children of Auckland can experience the electric cult classic stage show 'Badjelly the Witch' live! From the loony world of Spike Milligan's original tale, Tim Bray, QSM has created a Monty Python-esque comedy that sets off in search of a beloved lost cow. A quest full of twists and turns, with memorable characters and sausage-turning spells. This bustling stage show will delight children and parents alike in a one-hour stage extravaganza. Irreverent UK comedian and writer Spike Milligan first published 'Badjelly the Witch' in 1973, after having originally written and handillustrated it for his children. The fantastical fairytale was an instant hit and has since been adapted countless times. Badjelly became particularly popular in New Zealand, where the audio drama was a mainstay on morning radio for many years and sales of the recording exceeded 40,000 units. Tim Bray’s own adaptation of the story has previously taken to the stage in 2010, 2016 and 2018, to great success, with audiences delighted to introduce the next generation of theatrelovers to this modern classic. “It’s a rollicking ride for an hour that is well-paced and delivers plenty of laughs for all ages...Mixing a '70s style with a dash of Monty Python, the creatives have clearly had plenty of fun in creating this larger-than-life version of 'Badjelly The Witch'.” – Dione Joseph, Theatreview It’s been a long year of lockdowns, cancelled plans and digital pivots, but the company is delighted to be able to return to what they do best: presenting live theatre at the PumpHouse. Spike Milligan’s tale will be brought to life in signature Tim Bray Theatre Company style – lots of laughs, larger-than-life performances, and magical music! Marshall Smith aka Marshmellow is composing an original orchestral-style soundtrack for the production, which will be played on stage by their very own 1970's-inspired Badjelly DJ, which is sure to delight the young and young-at-heart! “Our 2022 season was planned during the long lockdown of 2021 and this announcement has been hampered by the uncertainty of the Omicron outbreak. But all our shows are heartwarming and joyous celebrations for us all to come together once more as whānau.

'Badjelly the Witch' will be a much-needed jolt of silliness with unbridled fun, sprinkling you with joy, magic and meaning. I can’t wait to share this show with you.” - Tim Bray, QSM, director and playwright As always, access and inclusion are at the heart of everything Tim Bray Theatre Company does. This upcoming performance season includes accessible performances to ensure that all children and families can experience the joy of live theatre, no matter what their access requirements are. Accessible performances of 'Badjelly the Witch' include NZSL-interpreted performances, audio-described performances with touch tours, and sensory relaxed performances. Join beloved characters like Fluffybum the Cat, Pom Pom the Dog and Binkle-Bonk the Tree Goblin as Tim and Rose escape Badjelly’s clutches to get home safely. 'Badjelly the Witch' is the perfect chance to get the whānau together and head on an adventure with Tim Bray Theatre Company this winter! Book now and learn more at www.timbray.org.nz – education group bookings also available. Tim Bray Theatre Company presents 'Badjelly the Witch' by Spike Milligan Adapted for the stage and directed by Tim Bray, QSM 2nd-23rd July, The PumpHouse Theatre in Killarney Park Off 2A Manurere Avenue, Takapuna Photos by David Rowland / One-image.com Auckland’s leading theatre for children

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Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm

Indoor Bowls – St Joseph’s Church, Takapuna 7.15pm Hit the Stage holiday programme – The Rose Centre Winter Stage School – The Music Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am

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Hotoke/Winter Fun Tamariki Play 5 Takapuna Date Nights at the 6 – Bayswater School, Bayswater 9.30am Movies – Monterey Cinema, Takapuna 8pm Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm Hōtoke/Winter Fun Tamariki Play – Adult Beginner Ballet – Senior Bayswater School, Bayswater 9.30am Citizens Social Centre, Torbay 6.45pm Fun Art Classes for Beginners in Takapuna – North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna 1pm

Hotoke/Winter Fun Tamariki Play – Bayswater School, Bayswater 9.30am

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm Hit the Stage holiday programme – The Rose Centre Fun Art Classes for Beginners in Takapuna – North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna 1pm

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm

Hit the Stage holiday programme – The Rose Centre

Tim Bray Youth Theatre - Weekly Drama Classes for ages 5-10 – St Georges Presbyterian Church 4pm

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm Stars in Their Eyes – The Rose Centre, Belmont 8pm Message from our world – The PumpHouse, Takapuna Matariki Star Evening – East Coast Bays Library, Browns Bay 6.30pm Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm

Hit the Stage holiday programme – The Rose Centre

Winter Stage School – The Music Winter Stage School – The Music Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am

Winter Stage School – The Music Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am

Badjelly the Witch – The 18 PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm

Hotoke/Winter Fun Tamariki 19 Play – Bayswater School, Bayswater 9.30am

Indoor Bowls – St Joseph’s Church, Takapuna 7.15pm

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, NYT’s AllStars Musical Theatre Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm School Holiday Programme – The Rose Centre NYT’s AllStars Musical Theatre School Holiday Programme – The Matariki Glow Show – Bruce Mason Rose Centre Centre, Takapuna

Jackie Clarke – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna Glenfield Combined Probus Club – Glenfield Memorial Hall, Glenfield

Indoor Bowls – St Joseph’s Church, Takapuna 7.15pm

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm

Fun Art Classes for Beginners in Takapuna – North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna 1pm Hotoke/Winter Fun Tamariki 26 Play – Bayswater School, Bayswater 9.30am

The Unexpected Guest – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 7.30pm (preview)

Fun Art Classes for Beginners in Takapuna – North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna 1pm

Fight for Life – Eventfinda Stadium, Wairau Valley 6pm

Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm NYT’s AllStars Musical Theatre School Holiday Programme – The Rose Centre 60's Up Takapuna/Devonport - St Joseph's Church Hall- New Members welcome 10.30am.

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Singles Night on the Shore – Takapuna Cricket Club, Takapuna 6.30pm Hugh Pop and Rock Vinyl Record Sale – St Anne’s Hall, Browns Bay 9am George Turner: Towards Equilibrium (solo exhibition) – The Depo, Devonport, 4pm – runs until Aug 3rd

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Ecologies of scale (group exhibition) – The Depo, Devonport, 3pm – runs until Aug 3rd

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Browns Bay Sunday Market – Browns Bay 6.30am Auckland Tuatara V Canterbury Rams – Eventfinda Stadium, Wairau Valley 5pm Contest Prelude – North Shore Brass and others – Westlake Girls High School 2pm

Tim Bray Youth Theatre 15 Weekly Drama Classes (age 5-10) - East Coast Bays Community Centre, Browns Bay 4pm

Crystal Visions Holistic Market – 16 Crystal Visions Holistic Market – 17 Milford Senior Citizens Hall, Milford Milford Senior Citizens Hall, Milford 10am 10am Hugh Pop & Rock Vinyl Record Browns Bay Sunday Market – Browns Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, Sale – Albany Village Community Hall, Bay 6.30am Albany 9am Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm Takapuna Sunday Market – Takapuna Badjelly the Witch – The PumpHouse, 6.30am Hit the Stage holiday programme – Takapuna 10.30, 11.30, 1pm & 2pm The Rose Centre Winter Stage School – The Music Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am

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NYT’s AllStars Musical Theatre School Holiday Programme – The Rose Centre

Leila Forouhar Live in Concert – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna

The Guilty Feminist – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna Winter Stage School – The Music Man Kids – Kirstin School, Albany 9am

Takapuna Winter Lights – Hurstmere Green, Takapuna 5pm The Unexpected Guest – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 7.30pm

Takapuna Winter Lights – Hurstmere Green, Takapuna 5pm

Milford Market – Auckland Mama Markets – Milford Senior Citizens Hall, Milford 9.30am The Unexpected Guest – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 2pm & 7.30pm North Shore Milford Market – Milford Senior Citizens Hall, Milford 9.30am

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TAKAPUNA BEACH

COVER FEATURES

Badjelly at The PumpHouse

Arts & Entertainment

Takapuna Winter Lights

Kindercare, Celebrating 50 Years

Interview with Jock McKenzie

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Loving that shows, exhibitions and events are back! Welcome to our July 2022 issue of Channel Magazine. A real mid-winter issue, as I am writing this in late June the temperatures have plummeted. But as my good friend Simon Gundry says, the longest day is behind us and summer is on its way once again. I am looking forward to Takapuna Winter Lights in Takapuna at the end of July. The two nights last year were fantastic and really brought the town centre alive. As you will read in our cover feature this has been extended to four nights this year with excellent support from the TBBA, Auckland Unlimited and generous sponsors. Takapuna Winter Lights fits very well with our big focus in this issue on Arts and Entertainment. This is a sector that has done it tough over the Covid-19 period. It’s great to see shows, exhibitions and events coming back and we highlight many of them in this issue. We also talk to some key people in this Arts and Entertainment space on the Shore about the challenges and their plans ahead. Feature writer Heather Barker Vermeer is keen on her sport having a very promising cricketing son, and has done an interesting piece

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on Devonport’s Jock McKenzie. The born and bred Devo youngster recently made his debut at first five for the Blues in Super Rugby and is also one of the countries most promising cricketers. Being mad on both these sports myself I enjoyed reading Heather's article immensely. It will be interesting to see young Jock's progression in coming years. It will be no secret to readers that I admire the work that my fellow local board member Toni van Tonder does in the community and as an elected member. I have taken the opportunity to formalise my own plans come election-time 2022 in the interview I have done with Toni for this issue about the Fresh Approach team for 2022. There’s no doubt who I will be voting for in October! I trust you will enjoy these features and all the other content thats in your July Channel Magazine. Have a great July. Noho ora mai. Aidan Bennett, QSM Publisher, Channel Magazine Founder & MD, Benefitz Email: aidan@benefitz.co.nz

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Business Builders Networking Breakfast with MP Erica Stanford Business Builders North Shore is a business to business networking group established in 2011. Every second Tuesday the 30-strong group meets over breakfast at the Pupuke Golf Club to network, socialise and build their businesses together, while being informed and inspired by a variety of guest speakers. MP Erica Stanford joined as guest speaker at the Business Builder's meeting on Tuesday 14 June. Following a relaxed morning of networking and enjoying a delicious breakfast, Erica spoke for 45 minutes on the topic of the 'Current NZ State of Play', covering diverse political and social issues such as immigration, inflation, education, health, and gang crime. The talk was followed by energetic and enthusiastic questions and debate - a thoroughly informative and insightful morning. Business Builders North Shore is always keen to welcome new members.

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It's always a pleasure to attend The PumpHouse Theatre and the gala opening of 'The Woman in Black' on Saturday 11 June was no exception. Originally a novel written by Dame Susan Hill in 1983, 'The Woman in Black' was adapted for the stage in 1987 by the late Stephen Mallatratt, and since then has been terrifying audiences for over three decades, making it the second longest-running play in history after Agatha Christie’s 'The Mousetrap'. The dark atmosphere was established from the start with a moody gothic backdrop behind the red carpet, setting the scene for the thriller about to unfold in the auditorium. The audience literally gasped and shrieked at the genuinely scary moments of the play. Produced by Masked Productions and directed by Matt Baker, the cast of two certainly delivered the story with spine-chilling aplomb. Acclaimed actor Michael Hurst (playing Arthur Kipps), and Zane Fleming (playing The Actor) had the audience spell-bound from the opening all the way through to the edge-of-your seat conclusion. Top quality drama delivered right here in our beloved PumpHouse Theatre! To see what's coming soon.

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SIMON WATTS: NORTH SHORE MP

By Simon Watts, North Shore MP

New Zealanders need confidence and hope “Thanks to you and your team for hosting our wedding in January. We had a great time, and the Takapuna Boat Club was an amazing venue.” Rochelle and Brian.

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Whether I’m out and about visiting councils around the country or talking to people in my local community, I’m hearing that the impacts of inflation and increasing living costs are squeezing middle New Zealand. The economic pain people are feeling as prices keep rising is real and it’s compounded by a sense that there’s no clear pathway beyond here. More and more, I meet people who are demanding a clear plan; they want reasons to be optimistic. They are done with conversations dominated by negativity. “Where is the leadership?” they are asking. As someone who held a senior banking role during the global financial crisis, I know first-hand the importance of leadership in restoring confidence. Not knowing which policies will make a difference, dithering when incisive focus is called for, and allowing events to dictate outcomes are the factors that erode confidence. National’s team includes people who have the right credentials to navigate New Zealand’s economy beyond these difficult times. Decision-making that restores confidence and outlines a cogent response to both international pressures and those brought on by our own government are needed right now.

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Getting the economy back on track is also an important element in turning our young people away from a life of crime. I’m absolutely convinced that addressing climbing rates of lawlessness depends on two strategies: Firstly, we have to deal with the immediate challenge of an outlaw culture that feels it can get away with anything. What we are witnessing now isn’t just a spike in crime, it’s a building wave and this government must get serious about the problem to stop it. I’m stunned criminals are so emboldened they can smash into a jeweller's in broad daylight. This is Takapuna’s high street, not a scene from a Hollywood movie! Secondly, we need to address the root causes of crime. In our criminal justice system we have men and women who were often expelled from school, suffer from mental health issues, and problems with alcohol addiction. This isn’t simply coincidence. This happens when young people lose hope in their futures, when they have lost interest in education, and when they have poor role models because the people around them have lost hope too. National will take a social investment approach. Addressing crime, welfare dependence and a whole range of other social problems is interconnected and will require medium to long-term strategies that will only succeed if they are supported by a strong, well-managed economy that generates wealth to the benefit of all of us. Take care, Simon Watts. Email: simon.watts@parliament.govt.nz Call my office on 09 486 0005, Facebook: @simonwattsmp Instagram: @simonwattsmp

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Come and spend your winter holidays at The Vic Devonport, with our July film selection offering something for everybody! FOCUS ON FILM

Minions: The Rise of Gru (M) 30 June

Thor: Love and Thunder 7 July

Northart Gallery in July

Northart is excited to open two exhibitions with highly accomplished contemporary artists Boy + Girl and Stuart Bridson on Saturday 9 July, 2-4pm. Everyone welcome! Boy + Girl, an artistic collaboration between Bryn Evans and Nikki McLay, will open their exhibition 'This is What I Left You'. Boy + Girl uses conversational AI, film and design to share stories in new and unexpected ways. “This is What I Left You is a generative art project that uses Artificial Intelligence to reconstruct childhood memories of a family garden. Trained on a handmade dataset of almost 10,000 images collected from the garden itself, the machine forms its own memories using a process that mimics the human process of remembering – providing a visual record of what would otherwise remain invisible.” – Boy + Girl

Whetū Mārama – Bright Star (E) 7 July

Boy + Girl, 'Untitled, Hybrid 03' GAN generated image on backlit transparent archival film, lightbox 450 x 450mm, framed.

The Phantom of the Open 14 July

Where the Crawdads Sing 21 July

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Boy + Girl, 'Cactus 01' GAN generated image on Archival inkjet print on paper 1000 x 1000mm.

This is What I Left You is a generative art project that uses Artificial Intelligence to reconstruct childhood memories of a family garden.

Open Mic Night 28 July

LIVE SHOWS & SPECIAL EVENTS The Vic Open Mic Night, 28 July Email openmike@thevic.co.nz if you are interested in performing, everybody is welcome! Free entry.

MEMBERSHIP & DEALS Sign up for The Vic membership to enjoy discounted tickets, a chance to win prizes and a free movie on your birthday! Venue hire: Please call or email us for a quote.

Jessica Pearless and Jonathan Organ.

Stuart Bridson’s solo exhibition Disassemble explores sculpture through a unique lens. By taking apart each assemblage sculpture and exhibiting it as individual parts, Bridson examines how we read objects and create associations through pre-conditioned narratives and histories. Through these assemblages he explores an interest in materials and physical connections between seemingly disparate objects. Northart’s public programme of artist talks, artist-led art education workshops and professional practice for artists workshops will continue into August. Northart is on the lookout for volunteers to assist us at the gallery. If you have a few hours available every month, get in touch today to find out more! Northart Norman King Square , Ernie Mays Street, Northcote 09 480 9633 / 022 390 7203 Opening hours: Tues-Sat: 11am-4pm (closed Sun/Mon) facebook Northart Gallery instagram northartnz

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS: THE PUMPHOUSE THEATRE

PERFORMING ARTS NEWS: THE ROSE CENTRE

News from The PumpHouse from James Bell

Mid-winter theatrical delights

This month at The Rose Centre with Michelle Male, Performing Arts and Community Co-ordinator

James Bell.

Spend the chilly season the right way by warming your senses at a show at The PumpHouse Theatre! We have two incredible show seasons this July, one for the whole whānau – 'Badjelly the Witch' by Spike Milligan, and one for the murder-mystery lovers - 'The Unexpected Guest' by Agatha Christie. 'Badjelly the Witch' by Spike Milligan Children worldwide have grown up with the story of Tim and Rose’s madcap adventure through the great black forest and into Badjelly’s castle, and this July children of Auckland can experience the electric cult classic stage show 'Badjelly the Witch' live! From the loony world of Spike Milligan’s original tale, Tim Bray QSM has created a Monty Python-esque comedy that sets off in search of a beloved lost cow. A quest full of twists and turns, with memorable characters and sausage turning spells. This bustling stage show will delight children and parents alike in a one-hour stage extravaganza. The season runs from 2nd to 23rd July. For NZSL interpreted, audio described, and sensory relaxed performance dates and accessibility resources, head to timbray.org.nz. 'The Unexpected Guest' by Agatha Christie Through the thick fog of the English countryside, a lost traveller whose car has broken down stumbles up to a manor house looking for assistance, only to find the owner of the house, Richard Warwick, shot dead in his wheelchair and his wife standing nearby holding a gun. But when the police arrive and begin their investigation, they discover that no alibis are foolproof and that no members of the family are free from the entanglements that Richard Warwick tied them up in. Shoreside Theatre Presents this mid-winter mystery thriller by Agatha Christie. The season runs from 27th July to 7th August. We look forward to seeing you at the theatre soon! Mauri ora. James Bell

BOOKINGS: 09 489 8360 or pumphouse.co.nz

July at The Rose Centre What’s on this month

Come and visit Te Whare Rohi - The Rose Centre Theatre and Community Centre in Belmont. The Rose Singers present ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ on July 7th8th at 8pm, and July 9th-10th at2pm. Bookings: Ruth 021 436 010 Tickets: $20. Cash bar available. Profits to charity. ‘Hit the Stage!’ five-day drama holiday programme with Tim Bray Theatre Company is on 11th - 15th July. The young actors will take part in rehearsing and performing, ready to ‘Hit The Stage!’ at the end of the week with a performance at The Rose Centre Theatre for family and friends. Book at www.eventfinda.co.nz NYT’s AllStars Musical Theatre school holiday programme – ‘Back to the Future!’ runs from 19th - 23rd July. Winter school holidays are here! Get them out of the house and on to the stage. Book in for five fun-filled days of acting, dancing and singing! Places are strictly limited so get in quick – Book at www.nyt.nz/allstars

Winter school holidays are here! Get them out of the house and on to the stage. Book in for five fun-filled days of acting, dancing and singing! Coming soon… 12th – 27th August 2022, The Thrill of Love by Amanda Whittington, directed by Kathy Gent. Bookings open now www.iticket.co.nz. Variously described as a 'blonde bombshell' and 'femme fatale', Ruth Ellis famously became the last woman to be hanged in Britain in July 1955. This exciting play, that premiered in February 2013, explores the lives and relationships of the beautiful, sassy and smart women who sought an escape from poverty in the perceived glamour of the London nightclub scene. www.rosecentre.co.nz for more information. What an exciting line up - I am running out of room! Please see our website for more details on our regular community classes. Hope to see you soon at The Rose Centre. Have a great month. Kia pai to marama. Michelle The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont 09 445 9900 hello@rosecentre.co.nz www.rosecentre.co.nz Facebook @RoseCentre

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Michelle Male.

AUCKLAND GUITAR SCHOOL

DEPOT ARTSPACE

Auckland Guitar School with Dylan Kay

Playing guitar onstage

Depot Artspace with Amy Saunders

Dylan Kay.

There’s something very special that happens when you play your guitar with other people, and doing this in front of an audience is even better. Whether it’s just playing to your goldfish, or onstage in front of 50,00 people, performing is fun! It’s a great way to connect with people, express yourself and share the fruits of your hard work with friends, family, the world (!). Before you get onstage, there’s a lot of work to do – the extra pressure of an upcoming performance helps focus your practice and speed up your progress. Not only that, but learning lessons from your performance will show you exactly what you need to work on – again, supercharging your progress.

It all sounds great doesn’t it? But (and of course there’s a “but”) it can be scary, and “maybe I’m not ready?”. Well, the truth is that without performing, you’re never going to be as ready as you think you need to be – you get “ready” through playing in front of others. The sooner you can make the leap, the easier it all becomes. As for the dreaded “nerves”, everyone gets them, even experienced world-class musicians. You never truly banish them, and they shouldn’t stop you. You’ll learn to use the adrenaline in a positive way, and the good news is that nerves go away once you get onstage. The better prepared you are, the less you have to worry about (not only musically but ensuring that you’ve considered what else could go wrong ahead of time e.g. bringing spare batteries, strings etc.). Check out the blog for more on dealing with nerves: www. aucklandguitarschool.co.nz/blog/ Performing isn’t for everyone, but for those who are keen, at AGS we provide a positive and supportive environment to help students of all ages discover what fun it is to play onstage! See you next month!

Depot Artspace, Devonport

Amy Saunders.

After a joyous month of June full of Matariki love we’re excited to move into July which sees us showcasing a number of exciting emerging artists in both our gallery spaces and we’ll be celebrating the winners of our annual Depot Sound North Shore Songwriting competition. So come and say hi or check us out online for what’s coming up. Depot Sound A very warm welcome to Alex Twidle who's joined the Depot Sound Engineering Collective. Alex will be working alongside our very talented engineer Noah Page. If you haven’t already, check out our new website and come and record some cool tunes with our topnotch team and engineers. depotsound.co.nz

Alex Twidle.

Creative Careers We're very excited to welcome Andry Smith-Garcia onto the Depot Artspace team. Andry will be helping job-seekers find employment in the creative sector so if you’re a creative employer looking for great employees come and talk to us or if you know someone looking for employment Andry Smith-Garcia. please send them our way as we offer one-to-one support and career coaching. Check out our creative career programmes at Depot Artspace! depotartspace.co.nz/creative-careers Depot Galleries Central Gallery: Towards Equilibrium, a range of virtually augmented landscapes by Wellington-based artist George Turner. Streetfront Gallery: Ecologies of Scale, paintings and installations compiled from urban construction materials by Llenyd Price, Elise Lidgett and Michael Lowe. Full exhibition details here: depotartspace.co.nz/galleries/

Dylan Kay, Auckland Guitar School, Howick and Takapuna, Auckland "Transform your playing." 09 533 5246 www.aucklandguitarschool.co.nz

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ANDREW DORREEN

Come and Live the Lock n Leave Lifestyle 1/7 KILLARNEY STREET, TAKAPUNA KILLARNEY BAY TAKAPUNA Located in one of Takapuna´s most popular gated developments, number one at "Killarney Bay" offers buyers a comprehensive list of features that make your living easy, convenient, and extremely comfortable. Literally across the road from the hub of Hurstmere Road´s eateries, moments to the beach, and with private lake access, this is the ultimate lock up and leave location! This amazing property has the added benefit of being an end unit with no western neighbour adding to privacy and noise minimisation between the units. The property has been completely renovated internally with no work for the future owner to do other than simply move in and love living the Lock and leave lifestyle.

Accommodation-wise, there are three double bedrooms with the master taking in sweeping views of Rangitoto and out towards Takapuna Beach. The master has a large walk-in wardrobe and a gorgeous brand-new renovated ensuite. The main living boasts a kitchen with a gorgeous large granite island bench, new cabinetry with an integrated fridge, and ample room to entertain. Freshly painted interiors, new carpets, and new American Oak timber floors will be sure to impress. The living area has a superb indoor-outdoor flow to a Northwest facing landscaped patio, heavily planted with lush tropical palms. This area is partially covered and has a shade sail to further increase privacy. A private double garage plus a huge storage area (could be a gym) complete this fine package. www.precision.net.nz/ID #532276

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Milford Beachfront with Panoramic Views 61 MILFORD ROAD, MILFORD A rare and enviable opportunity has arisen to secure a prime beachfront property right on Milford Beach. The home has undergone a complete transformation inside and out over the last two years. The home is large in floor area offering over 450sqm of living which will suit family entertaining perfectly. Offering five bedrooms over its two floors, the home also has several separate living spaces with excellent separation for children if required. On the ground floor, panoramic entertaining flows effortlessly out to a flat Tiger Turf lawn with breath-taking views of Milford Beach, Castor Bay, the entrance to Milford Marina, and Rangitoto Island. The connection with the water is magical and the aspect really needs to be seen to be believed. The interiors have all been replaced with a gorgeous bespoke Bella kitchen with top-quality appliances. Upstairs there is a magnificent lounge with a large deck that offers some of the best views of any beachfront property I have ever marketed - Superb!

Key features: • Brand new interiors and updated exteriors • New entertainers' kitchen and exquisite bathrooms • Large five bedrooms with three separate living areas • Sensational ground floor entertaining to flat lawn with direct beach access • Three car internal access garaging and space for two or three extra cars on site • Magnificent views from both floors and good privacy being one off the road www.precision.net.nz/ID #536837

Andrew specialises in marketing homes on the Golden Mile between Milford and Takapuna and around the waterfront. In the last six consecutive calendar years, Andrew has sold over $100 million each year, at an average of over $4,500,000 per property - one of the highest (in volume and average sale price) residentially in the Country. Whilst he is renowned for dealing with higher value properties, Andrew has also carved a niche within the seaward side streets in and around Milford and Takapuna, especially with the lock up and leave market. He sees a strong correlation between larger homes and the downsizer market assisting those vendors with their next purchase. If you are thinking of selling your home or purchasing a new one, please contact Andrew for a confidential discussion.

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*Offer available between 9/06/22 – 31/07/22 on new, demonstrator and confirmed pipeline production vehicles. Excludes the all-new C-Class, Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupé, Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 & all-electric EQA. Not in conjunction with any other offer. *3-year scheduled service plan by Mercedes-Benz New Zealand Ltd is from first day of registration plus an additional sequential 2-years to be carried out to the same level as the factory service plan by Mercedes-Benz North Shore. **Complimentary valet is a wash and vacuum limited to one per month carried out at Mercedes-Benz North Shore. Offers are non-transferable to a second owner if the vehicle is sold. ^Standard MBFSNZ lending criteria applies.

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Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… • EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL HOSPITALITY BUSINESSES! At Channel Mag we’ve been ‘Doing it Local’ for years. That’s what this magazine is all about. Our local bars and eateries need us to support them more than ever in these uncertain times Let’s support our local hospo businesses!

We hold weekly specials, along with wine makers dinners, makers markets and private events. Sign up to our mailing list on our website to keep up to date with all goings on at Vondel.

Cafe Hung Viet Traditional flavours of Vietnamese cuisine brings authentic Hanoi meals to the North Shore. 101 Victoria Rd, 09 446 3368 www.cafehungviet.co.nz

Open Hours: Tuesday - Friday 4pm - late Saturday 10am - late, Sunday 10am - 4pm 09 446 6444 hello@vondel.co.nz www.vondel.co.nz instagram Instagram @vondel_akl facebook facebook.com/vondelakl

Corellis Great tasting home-style fare at a great price. 46 Victoria Road Devonport, 09 445 4151 www.corelliscafe.co.nz VO N PO

Khana Devonport believes in serving fresh & authentic Indian food for the local community and visitors. Our menu offers a wide range of Indian specialties such as Butter Chicken, Goat Curry, Lamb Rogan Josh, Paneer Saag, Dal Tadka and many more. We use free range chicken, fresh hapuka, fresh vegetables and fresh spices. Curry bases and gravies are made in-house from natural ingredients and spices. View our menu at www.khana.co.nz You can order food easily through our online system for takeaways and home delivery. We look forward to serving you at our restaurant. 161 Victoria Road, Devonport 09 445 1546 / 021 689 216 khana.devenport@gmail.com www.khana.co.nz

Owner operated eatery in Devonport, NZ. Serving vegan and omni eats alongside small batch wine, beer and spirit drinks.

Buona Sera Restaurant Great Italian cuisine from great ingredients. Mangiamo - Let's Eat! 99 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 8133 www.buonasera.co.nz

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Akdeniz Bar Cafe Restaurant Offering Persian and Mediterranean cuisine in Devonport Village. 5/15 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 600 2125 www.akdenizdevonport.co.nz

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Devon on the Wharf A little slice of heaven for tastes of Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. 1 Queen's Parade, 09 445 7012 www.devononthewharf.nz Fish Kitchen Extensive seafood menu plus their signature 'fish 'n' chips' - the best fresh fish in the best location. 1/1 Queens Parade, Devonport Wharf. 09 445 1777 www.fishkitchen.co.nz Flying Rickshaw Honest and simple authentic Indian cuisine. 97 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 7721 www.flyingrickshaw.co.nz Manuka Cafe and Restaurant Mediterranean inspired cuisine and friendly customer service. 49 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 7732 www.manukarestaurant.co.nz Portofino Devonport Very popular Italian Restaurant in the heart of Devonport Village. 26 Victoria Rd, 09 445 3777 www.portofinodevonport.co.nz

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Vic Road Kitchen Serving up fresh, seasonal NZ produce in a rustic Mediterranean style. 57-59 Victoria Road, Devonport. 09 445 9797 www.vicroadkitchen.co.nz TA K

Welcome to our French restaurant in an amazing and unique lake view location at the heart of Takapuna.

French Rendez-Vous

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner (to be booked 24 hours in advance) with traditional French dishes like onion soup, beef bourguignon and also lots of gluten free galettes and sweet crêpes. Book at www.french-rendez-vous-caferestaurant.business.site Or via our Facebook and Instagram accounts: facebook: FrenchRendezvousTakapuna Instagram: @frenchrendezvoustakapuna 2a Manurere Avenue – Right next to The PumpHouse Takapuna 09 487 0009

TAKAPUNA Alforno Italian Restaurant Delicious Italian and Mediterranean food cooked with passion. 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 488-0179 www.alforno.co.nz

Dantes Pizza & Casa Pasta Wood Fired Pizzas & sensational Pasta in the heart of Taka! Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 3668 www.dantes.co.nz El Humero Traditional Colombian-style barbecue restaurant – yum! Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 9973 www.elhumero.co.nz Florrie McGreals Irish Pub The best place in Takapuna to have a beer, meet some old friends or make some new ones. Great food as well! Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 6330 www.florriemcgreals.co.nz Francs Bar & Diner Beachside diner smacks of fresh fish, crisp lager, flopping jandals and easy service from sunrise to sunset. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 488 0016 www.joylab.co.nz/francs

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An authentic Japanese Izakaya restaurant with a friendly and lively atmosphere, private area for groups with karaoke and buffet style menu. BOOKINGS: www.sakebar.co.nz GROUP BOOKINGS: joy@sakebar.co.nz Open Tues-Sun, Closed Mondays and public holidays. 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz

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Big Tikka Indian cuisine… using bold flavours & reinterpreting classic dishes in a contemporary way. 458 Lake Road, Takapuna. 09 974 2241 www.bigtikka.co.nz

Catnapper Arms A favourite local with great food with great daily specials 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 6330 www.catnapperarms.co.nz

8848 Restaurant & Bar, 17 Huron Street, Takapuna OPEN Monday to Sunday 10am - 10:30pm 09 489 9911 www.8848indiancuisine.co.nz

Sakebar Nippon Japanese Restaurant

Burger Burger Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 390 5348 www.burgerburger.co.nz

Authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine in the heart of Takapuna with a vast menu of both traditional Indian dishes and Nepalese specialties. Tastes from the Himalayan region... inspired by Himalayan spices blended and crafted by their chefs with 20 plus years of experience. "8848 was some of the best Indian fusion food I’ve had in a long time and a really nice introduction to Nepalese cuisine. I'll be going back there to dine in and also on the nights I want takeaways.” - Channel Magazine, April 2021 Dine-in or take away. Also catering for large group bookings and functions. Parking is easy as well with the new 420 space Toka Puia carpark only metres away.

Aubergine Restaurant Premium European and Mediterranean style dining 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 3104 www.aubergine.co.nz

Botticelli Restaurant & Wine Bar A popular Italian eatery, serving Takapuna for over 27 years Anzac Street, Takapuna. Phone 021 910 999 www.botticelli.co.nz

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The Patriot Your Devonport Pub - owned by locals, for locals. 14 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 3010 www.thepatriot.co.nz

8848 Restaurant & Bar

Signal Hill Restaurant Serves classic NZ fare with an extensive drinks list in Devonport’s most iconic homestead. 24 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 0193 www.signalhill.co.nz

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Nanam

Takapuna's award-winning Nanam Restaurant recently voted as best neighborhood restaurant, Metro Top 50 and NZ's 100 Best Restaurants by Cuisine is humbled to offer an array of Filipino (Asian and Spanish-inspired) tapas and delectable wine and cocktail selections for our locals.

The Elephant Wrestler Your larger than life local in the heart of Taka with an outdoor courtyard to boot. Selection of crafty beverages and food that’s undeniably Kiwi. Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 8030 www.joylab.co.nz/elephant-wrestler

Open daily for Dinner from 5:30pm, and on Thursday & Friday cocktail hour features $8.00 cocktails from 4 – 7pm. To make a reservation call Smokepit and Buoy (09) 916 4982 or through our website www.smokepit.co.nz.

Mamak Malaysian Street Food Tasty Malaysian Street Food eatery under the Sentinel building. Huron/Northcroft Streets, Takapuna. 09 486 0122 www.mamaktakapuna.co.nz

Open Daily Level 1, The Spencer Hotel 9 – 17 Byron Ave, Takapuna, Ph 09 916 4982

NEED TO KNOW: Wedding singer live at the Bruce Mason from 30th June! Book a pre show table at Taylors right next door to the theatre! Also Sunday roasts are back! $35 includes a glass of mulled wine. Every Sunday in July and August. Bookings are essential!

Tokyo Bay Modern Japanese cuisine from kitchen run by experienced sushi master Mr Chikara Sato, a ‘fugu’ blowfish licensed sushi chef. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 390 7188 www.tokyobay.co.nz Tucks & Bao Street Food Tasty street-food inspired dishes from around the world. 70 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 1615 www.tucksandbao.co.nz

Blake's Providore

Chef-made, gourmet meals crafted from NZ’s finest ingredients – free-range chicken, New Zealand beef & pork, and the freshest herbs and vegetables. Enjoy a nourishing meal whenever you need it! Blake’s meals are perfect to keep in the freezer for when you want a treat or just a night off cooking.

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Mexico Inspired by the streets of Mexico, food created to deliver complex layers of flavour across a range of shareable dishes. McKenzies Precinct, 4 The Strand, Takapuna. 09 489 6781, www.mexico.net.nz

Tok Tok Kitchen Always busy, a unique restaurant with Asian fusion cuisine near the beach. 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 3988, www.toktok.co.nz

Licenced Eatery 168 Hurstmere Road Takapuna 09 489 9510 www.taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz taylorsonhurstmere@gmail.com

An extensive menu with something that appeals to every taste, including the popular grill platter for two; featuring BBQ wagyu beef brisket and pork ribs.

Madam Woo Takes inspiration from traditional Malaysian hawker food, drawing influence from Malaysian, Chinese and other Asian cultures. 486 Lake Road, Takapuna, 09 489 4601 www.madamwoo.co.nz

Takapuna's friendliest little wine and tapas bar and everyone's favourite local just around the corner from the Bruce Mason theatre.

SmokePit & Buoy (located inside The Spencer Hotel on Byron Avenue) is an American style BBQ restaurant with a Kiwi twist.

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Book and dine with your special date, a group get-together or stop by for their locals $40 Lunch set menu.

Taylors on Hurstmere

Thai Takapuna Popular Thai cuisine in the heart of Takapuna 44 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 973 4259 www.thaitakapuna.co.nz

Regatta Bar & Eatery Your slice of Ibiza, right here on the Shore. Stunning sea views, premium beer, bloody good wine and fresh seafood. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 488 0040 www.joylab.co.nzregatta

With over 30 meals on the menu, there is something for everyone. Catering is also available. Enjoy convenience without compromise. Pop into store or order online for click & collect at www.blakesprovidore.co.nz

Sake Bar Nippon Traditional Japanese (Isakaya style) cuisine in a lively fun setting to experience the sites and sounds of busy Japan! 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 486 2249, www.sakebar.co.nz

Monday to Thursday: 9am-6pm, Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday: 10am-2pm 89 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 5711 www.blakesprovidore.co.nz

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Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… • EATING OUT ON THE SHORE Winner Winner Takapuna Healthy, fast, fresh dinners or lunches with yummy chicken a focus! 16 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 486 0755 www.winnerwinner.co.nz

MILFORD Anokha Indian Restaurant Long been a destination choice for Indian food lovers, specialising in North Indian Cuisine – authentic curry, tandoori dishes and freshly baked breads. 140 Kitchener Rd, Milford. 09 489 1499, www.anokha.co.nz Cave À Vin Natural wines and food to share – locals love this place! 146 Kitchener Rd, Milford. www.caveavin.co.nz MI

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The popular neighbourhood Milford Village bar & eatery opened by a trio of passionate locals – Craig, Jacqui and Sarah. Try their Pym’s Classic Prawn Cocktail and a Pimm’s Royale – their signature drink. Excellent drinks selection with simple but great food, including burgers, sharing platters, chicken liver pate, Limoncello cheesecake (and more!). This is one of Milford’s best locals – visit their great website (www.pymsofmilford.com) or just drop in. You’ll love it.

PYM’s of Milford

Open 7 days a week, 4pm until close. Lunch time group bookings available upon request. 154 Kitchener Road, Milford. www.pymsofmilford.com Jazzy’s Cafe & Pizzeria Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Cafe style brekkie, Fresh HomeMade pizzas, delicious Sri Lankan meals and more! 5 Milford Rd, Auckland. 09 481 6582 www.jazzys.net Langkawi Restaurant Popular Malaysian local that has been here for around 25 years. BYO restaurant and also offers a range of well-priced wines. 122 Kitchener Road, Milford. 09 486 2700 Monthien Thai Restaurant Popular Thai eatery in the heart of Milford. Real Thai real taste and best service! 142 Kitchener Rd, Milford. 09 488 0409 www.monthien.co.nz Musashi Japanese Cuisine Milford Serves everything you expect from your authentic Japanese restaurants but with a twist. Menu of Japanese cuisine, built around local taste and ingredients. 212 Kitchener Road, Milford. Phone 489 5977 www.musashirestaurant.co.nz Talay Thai Restaurant Delicious authentic Thai cuisine. Using only the freshest ingredients with vegetarian, vegan options and Gluten free dishes. 83-85 Kitchener Rd, Milford 09 489 9568 www.talaythai.co.nz Stanley Avenue Stanley Avenue is a relaxed, smart, wine bar and bistro where people can come and enjoy a light snack or sophisticated meal paired with an interesting wine offering. 52 East Coast Road, Milford 09 410 0066, www.stanleyavenue.co.nz

Don Japanese Restaurant Local Japanese that offers great service, a variety of authentic dishes with good drinks list to match. 1 Milford Rd, Milford. 09 379 2834 The Milford Cafe, Bar & Restaurant For brunch, lunch & dinner. Classics, re-imagined and modernised – the best in fine coffee, wine and delicious food. 7 Milford Road, Milford. 09 488 9388 www.themilford.co.nz Venice Italian Restaurant A friendly local of Italian cuisine lovers passionate about cooking Italian food combined with a splendid collection of fine wines. 91 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 4157 www.venicerestaurant.net

SMALES FARM, TAKAPUNA Fantail & Turtle A popular bar and eatery with alfresco vibe and great food! Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 486 0644 www.fantailandturtle.co.nz Shake Out Serving up a highly addictive menu of burgers, sides, shakes and sundaes – fast. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 489 8223 www.shakeout.co Soho Thai Taking the art of traditional Thai cooking and giving it a modern twist. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 972 2711 www.sohothaikitchen.com The Grange Bar & Bistro A favourite all-day bar and bistro. Making the most of the best & fresh NZ produce. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 972 9060 www.thegrangetakapuna.co.nz

NORTHCOTE POINT The Engine Room Since 2006, a neighbourhood bistro that is simply one of the best in NZ! 115 Queen Street, Northcote Point. Phone 480 9502 www.engineroom.net.nz Clarence Rd Eatery An all day cafe/restaurant in the historic building that includes Bridgeway Cinema. You’ll love it! 124 Queen Street, Northcote Point. Phone: 09 480 9600 www.clarencerdeatery.nz Northcote Tavern We reckon one of the best places for pub food on the Shore! 37 Queen Street, Northcote Point. 09 480 7707 www.northcotetavern.co.nz

BIRKENHEAD Abruzzo Ristorante Italiano Authentic Italian cuisine as warm as the Mediterranean sun. 13 Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead. 09 418 4202 www.abruzzi.co.nz Birkenhead Brewing Company Classic 100 year old kauri villa with a tavern atmosphere for true kiwi hospitality. 17 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 320 5055 www.bbc.kiwi Blitza Pizza Authentic Italian pizzas and mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine. 9 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 5006 www.blitzapizza.co.nz

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE • Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… Burrito House Passionate about providing delicious and high-quality Mexican food. 17 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 2095 www.burritohouse.co.nz Chef Rasa Sayang Finest authentic Malaysian food. 25 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 419 9788 Dutch Delight A bite of Holland right here in Auckland - the only Dutch restaurant in NZ. 3 Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead. 09 418 1390 www.dutchdelight.co.nz Jose's Cantina Jose's Mexican food is compulsive and the margaritas are addictive. 12-14 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 218 6162 www.josescantina.co.nz

China Hong Kong Cuisine Tasty Chinese and Asian food. 64 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 480 1168 www.hongkongchinesecuisine.co.nz

BELMONT/HAURAKI Daily Bread

The Curry Master Experience Indian food at it’s finest. 18 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 7211 www.thecurrymaster.co.nzbirkenhead

Daily Bread's freshly baked loaves and perfect pastries are made every morning at their Belmont outpost where their new sit down menu, petanque court and kids playground gives locals even more reason to visit.

The Good Home Honest homestyle cooking at its best. 83 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 0066 www.thegoodhomebirkenhead.co.nz

If you don't feel like venturing out, try their new delivery option where you can receive all their baked goods delivered the next day.

The Junction Eatery Fully licensed cafe and bistro, sourcing the best local produce. 39 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 8111 www.thejunctioneatery.co.nz Moxie Restaurant A much loved restaurant serving modern cuisine and setting high standards at Birkenhead Point. 82 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead Point. 09 419 9082 www.moxierestaurant.co.nz Mulan Malaysian Restaurant Authentic flavours of South East Asia with home-style Malaysian cuisine. 243 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead. 09 480 2806 www.mulan.co.nz

EATING OUT ON THE SHORE Monthly Eating Out Guide

Channel Magazine is supporting our local bars and eateries with very good value advertising options in our monthly Eating Out on the Shore pages. Feature articles, adverts and listings. For more information contact the Channel Mag team… Liz Cannon, Phone 021-204-3395 or email: liz@channelmag.co.nz Kim McIntosh, Phone 021-419-468 or email: kim@channelmag.co.nz

Tasty Tiny Thai Restaurant Unique Thai experience with authentic dishes bursting with flavour. 52d Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 4999 www.tastytinythai.co.nz

Thai Yum Food Hut Authentic Thai food in Birkenhead. 23 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 6799 www.thaiyum.net.nz

Primerose Thai Cuisine Traditional Thai dishes known for excellent aroma, flavour and taste. 6 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 0555 www.primerosethaicuisine.co.nz

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EAST COAST BAYS El Greco Greek and Italian Eatery A touch of the Mediterranean in the Bays! – the locals try to keep it a secret, it’s good! 1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay. 09 475 5772 www.elgreco.co.nz Paper Moon One of the Bay's favourite dining and drinking spots – for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks into the evening. 437 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay. 09 479 8872 www.papermoon.org.nz Montrose Cafe, Bistro & Bar A Mairangi Bay local known for consistently good food and hospitality! 1 Montrose Terrace, Mairangi Bay. 09 478 9610 www.montrose.org.nz Ristorante La Spiaggia One of the best Italian restaurants on the Shore – Maria and Emilio never disappoint! 470 Beach Road , Murrays Bay. 09 475 5643 www.laspiaggia.co.nz 21 Days Bar & Brasserie Named after the process of aging beef 21-28 days. Great food, some say best meat on the Shore! 37 Clyde Road Browns Bay. 0800 21 3297 www.21days.co.nz

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ILOVETAKAPUNA: NEWS

A chat with Neha Topiwala BizDojo Takapuna

Tell us a bit about BizDjo Takapuna. Bizdojo Takapuna is located in the heart of North Shore and provides a perfect blend of business amenities with a laid back beachside location. It offers the spectacular and one of the most un-obstructed best views of Rangitoto Island. We have office solutions for all kinds of businesses and we pledge to help people have a great day at work. Just 15 minutes away from Auckland city centre enjoy a modern beach-side workspace in Bizdojo-Takapuna! How have people’s office working habits changed since Covid? People’s office habits have changed pretty significantly over the course of the pandemic and the root of this is the accelerated adoption of hybrid working, which gives employees the freedom to split their time between the HQ, home and a local flexspace. While this approach was already gaining traction before Covid-19, the pandemic Neha Topiwala. really brought to life the benefits of taking a more flexible approach to how and where people work, and people began to question old habits that no longer seemed logical. An example of this – and perhaps the most significant change – is that hybrid workers are no longer expected to be in a city centre HQ five-days a week, cutting out the expensive and time-intensive daily commute. This new way of working is helping people to spend more time with family, friends and doing what they love. That’s not to say office HQs aren’t important anymore – they will still remain vital places for connecting and collaborating with colleagues on some days, with employees free to split the rest of their time between home and local flexible workspaces according to what suits them or the tasks they have on that day. What are things that small businesses should be focusing to get through another turbulent year? It goes without saying that the last couple of years have been incredibly tough for small businesses, and while they continue to focus on recovery from the pandemic, they will also be coming up against rising inflation and living costs. The hybrid work model can help businesses reduce their overheads significantly. In fact, Global Workplace Analytics did a study a little while ago that found that businesses can save NZD $17,000 for each employee who works in the hybrid model, per year. This is mainly down to the fact that they no longer have to commit to long and expensive office leases, with

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flexible workspace giving them the freedom to scale up or down according to their current business needs, as well as scaling back on the costs associated with running offices such as electricity, heating and so on. People are also happier working the hybrid way. The headlines around the 'Great Resignation' say it all at the moment – people have new expectations around how and where they can work and they are willing to quit if they don’t get that flexibility. Our own research found that 50% of office workers would quit if asked to return to the office full-time. Adapting to this new way of working is a win-win – it gives employees the flexibility they desire, and a happier workforce is also a more productive one, helping to boost performance and growth. How do you look after the wellbeing of your team in a changing Covid environment? With hybrid working, employees can work wherever is best for their wellbeing. It ultimately empowers them to decide what is best for them and where they can be at their most productive, while ensuring they can still connect and collaborate with colleagues or like-minded individuals, whether in an HQ or a flexspace. Investing in mental health, employee wellbeing and improved lines of communication is essential in this new world of work, especially when employees aren’t all necessarily going to be in the same place at the same time. Structuring work around collaboration and connection, ensuring regular in-person and virtual check-ins is paramount to ensure no one is left feeling isolated. Setting out and maintaining a clear hybrid work policy is also going to be key for businesses. In reality, the mass rollout of hybrid working is still in its early stages, so while there’s lots to be tested and learned, it’s important that leaders are intentional about change and set clear boundaries and expectations for their employees to follow and be guided by. What is a passion of yours that keeps your wellbeing tank full? My passion is people and our product. People as in working with and surrounded by like-minded people whether it is the team I work with or teams (establishments) we help to have a great day at work. Product: pioneering in the industry of flexible work space; I love to be part of the process of bringing the change in the world of hybrid working or providing best solutions for flexible workspace.

Talking Takapuna Escape the wild and wet weather this month, and warm up with some entertainment and dining in Takapuna. The Bruce Mason Centre, The PumpHouse and Monterey Lounge Cinema are all ready for you with schedules full of great music, movies, comedy and more. Why not make it a great night out and meet for dinner and drinks early, or stay late after the show. There are so many delicious and refreshing places around these venues, the hardest part will be choosing where to go! If you’re heading to the Bruce Mason Centre, there’s Taylors on Hurstmere, Nanam, Little Lamb HotPot, The Elephant Wrestler, Hops and Claret or Aubergine nearby. Or if you’re heading to The PumpHouse, why not grab a quick bite from BurgerFuel or Fatima’s, or visit Tok Tok, Winner Winner, Renkon, Takapuna Bar, Botticelli or Karam Bar & Eatery. Or if it’s cinematic adventures you’re heading for, try Sake Bar Nippon, Al Forno, Gangnam Style, House of Chocolate, Burger Burger, El Humero, Bird on a Wire or My Fried Chicken. Don’t forget, while you’re out dining and enjoying Takapuna, you can 'Shop and Win' this month! Simply spend over $20 in any participating hospitality or retail business in Takapuna, receive an entry card, then enter on our website for your chance to win over $10,000 worth of shopping sprees! Check out www. ilovetakapuna.co.nz for more information and to enter. We all love our tried and true, our favourites, our go-tos – but there are now some fantastic new places and things to try in Takapuna. We are thrilled to welcome some new businesses that are open and ready for you: Catch 21 is a brand new spot for brunch, lunch and coffee on Hurstmere Green, and a definite must-visit for all seafood lovers! For social gatherers and after work catch-ups, make Hops and Claret your next venue of choice – with a great selection of fine wines, beer on tap, premium spirits and a delicious menu of tapas to share, you couldn’t ask for more! Visit them now next to Florrie McGreal’s on Hurstmere Rd. Zong Kitchen is another new lunch and dinner option, open now on Huron Street – offering delicious Chinese dishes from dumplings and fried rice to noodle soups and more! At the end of this month, we’re bringing back the Takapuna Winter

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JUNE – JULY EVENTS IN TAKAPUNA

• May-31 July: Aotearoa Music Photography Exhibit • 30 June-17 July: Bruce Mason Centre – The Wedding Singer • 1-31 July: Shop and WIN In Takapuna • 2-23 July: The PumpHouse – BadJelly the Witch • 18 July: Bruce Mason Centre – Jackie Clarke • 20 July: Bruce Mason Centre – Matariki Glow Show • 22 July: Bruce Mason Centre – Leila Forouhar Live in Concert • 23 July: Bruce Mason Centre – The Guilty Feminist • 27 July-7 Aug: The PumpHouse – The Unexpected Guest by Agatha Christie • 28 July: Elephant Wrestler – Drag Queen Bingo • 28-31 July: Takapuna Winter Lights 2022 • 8 Aug: Bruce Mason Centre – Lisa Lorrell & James Harrison – Morning Melodies • 25 Aug: Bruce Mason Centre – Max Amini LIVE in Auckland • 28 Aug-3 Sept: Bruce Mason Centre – APO for Kinds – In Space • 30 Aug: Bruce Mason Centre – The Boss, Bruce Springsteen Tribute

Check out all the fantastic photos shared to us by fellow Takapuna lovers! Tag us @ilovetakapuna or use #ilovetakapuna on Instagram to share your pics with us.

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ILOVETAKAPUNA: BUSINESS PROFILE

A chat with Christopher Wilson Founder of Hi Ho Digital Marketing

Tell us a bit about Hi Ho Digital and how you started it I’ve been in advertising all my working life and previously ran a printbased agency for 20 years which created catalogue campaigns for clients in New Zealand and Australia. I loved print and the campaigns that we generated around it. However, they weren’t 100% accountable, and an accurate ROI could not be gained. Taking brand awareness aside, catalogue print campaigns have a low ROI and generally ran at conversion rate of 1.75% to 7% if the right offer and call to action are presented. I wanted more accountability with a higher ROI for my clients, so out of that came Hi Ho, my new digital marketing agency. Hi Ho develops and implements automated digital marketing strategies and campaigns, that channel relevant traffic with high conversion rates to our customer's websites. An automated digital sales funnel enables our customers to talk with relevance to their target audiences. It also allows second by second analytics on conversion and ROI. We know what is working and what isn’t at any given time. How has peoples media consumption changed in the last two years with Covid? Covid has forced more and more consumers to change their shopping habits. Instead of visiting a bricks and mortar store, they have now got used to researching, analysing and purchasing online. The fear or perception of receiving the wrong or inferior product via e-commerce has almost been eliminated. This has been achieved partly out of necessity and partly from good seamless e-commerce experiences. With e-commerce, the consumer is no longer limited to a geographic location for shopping. They can almost shop from anywhere in the world. And that’s not Aucklanders or New Zealanders purchasing products offshore, but also people from the other side of the world buying products from New Zealand. What are things that small businesses should be focusing to get through another turbulent year? Expand your market with a well thought out e-commerce experience coupled with an automated inbound marketing funnel. Not only will local customers adapt and not wander off to the competition, which is only one click away., it will also help your business target consumers who want your product from all over New Zealand and the world. How do you look after the wellbeing of your team in a changing Covid environment? Without a doubt, Covid and lockdowns have been tough on everyone. But one thing we learned at Hi Ho over the last two years is that we can work from anywhere. We quickly learned who liked working from home or in isolation from the office environment and those who needed the office environment to stay productive. Hi Ho now operates an open office: staff can either work from home or at the office, and it’s up to them to decide what works best for them. This has worked well for us as we now have staff in different locations throughout New Zealand. Productivity has never been higher.

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What is a passion of yours that keeps your wellbeing tank full? Wilderness and photography, and when I mean wilderness, I mean adventures up mountains and deep into valleys that take days, either on foot or on my mountain bike or gravel bike. These adventures recharge my soul with fitness, creativity and time away from the inevitable rush of everyday tasks and expectations – a mind and body reset. My most recent adventures included: Disappearing with a good friend into the back of the Nelson lakes for five days. We ventured up to Rotomairewhenua (Blue Lake – which has the clearest water in the world) and Rotopōhueroa (Lake Constance). I was on a mission to find the source of Rotomairewhenua and capture it in an image, as well as continue my image study of the Sabin River. Cycling the Old Ghost Road for the second time but this time adding the Heaphy Track onto it. Why? To see if I could do it. Eight hours a day for five days with everything you need on your bike over some of the most challenging mountain biking terrain in New Zealand. Fantastic!

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WINTER AT HOME: HOME STAGING

Transform your home with help from Barb Aidan Bennett talks to Takapuna’s Barb McLean about her new business, Grace Home Staging We love it when people follow their passions. Well known Takapuna identity Barb McLean has done just that over the past 18 months with the launch of her new business, Grace Home Staging. After over 30 years in the risk insurance industry, the active grandmother decided it was time for a change. To have her own gig, combining her passion for homes with a more flexible lifestyle that would enable her to spend more time with her family, particularly her much-loved Barb McLean. grandchildren. “Kev goes to golf while I go to open homes,” explained Barb when describing her passion for lovely homes when we visited her own lovely home located close to Takapuna Beach in June. The home she shares with golfing husband Kevin. Barb is a real Shore local, having attended St Joeseph's Primary and Carmel College. Her dad was a partner in Franchi and Ion, a business that built many of the brick and tile units on the North Shore. As a kid she and her siblings spent time checking out homes and understanding the market with their father. He always said “buy north facing, by public transport and the worst house in the street”. That upbringing lit her passion for real estate and Barb just loves going to open homes, as well watching pricing and properties. It’s in her blood. "Ever since I can remember I have been passionate about the way a home feels. After years of buying, renovating, staging and selling my own homes – and helping others – I decided it was time to put my passion to work. The Grace Home Staging name was created and decided on by my four grandchildren, developed around creating a graceful home.” As she was setting up the business Barb’s first project was for a work colleague who was struggling to sell his home. Enter Barb, with her home-staging flair and the home ended up selling for 15% more than expected. That success, along with the encouragement from Kevin and her family provided the impetus for taking the plunge. Giving up the corporate job of over three decades to be her own boss. And she loves it!

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"I know that one of the most important aspects of getting the best price for a home is ensuring it looks inspirational to buyers,” says Barb. “I work with the clients, and their real estate agent to ensure the style we create for a home will result in getting the best price. I love interior design and get a kick out of adding value for people.” Barb is keen to point out that Grace Home Staging is a boutique business that’s all about relationships and understanding that smaller details are important. As well as Barb there is a team she can call on that ensures they are always well resourced. “In the short time that we have been going, we have built up a very good clientele who appreciate what we offer,” adds Barb. “Our clients come via recommendations from real estate agents and via referrals from satisfied customers. There is not doubt that the market is changing, but as selling times for homes stretch out a bit, the skills of good home stagers become more important. Smarter touches make a real difference.” If you are looking for one of the Shore’s very best home stagers for your property, you’ve found her. Contact Barb McLean at Grace Home Staging by visiting www.graceyourhome.co.nz or or phone 021 284 4661. What Barb’s customers are saying… "Thanks for the great job you did dressing our fathers unit for sale. After all his furniture was removed the unit looked a bit tired.. You dressed it up to be the bright cheerful home we knew it to be, and helped Sue achieve the result we wanted at auction.” "Barb was excellent. She was able to quickly get a feel for the house and knew what would work well for our particular house inside and out. She’s an excellent communicator and made the process very easy.” "Barb has a real eye for detail, her ability to pull a room together and make it stand-out is amazing. She makes the process easy and her high-quality looks and knowledge of creating great flow in a house definitely added huge value to the overall sale.” "We called on Barb to do some titivating, or minor staging, for our home when it went on the market. We wanted it to look stylish but still lived-in, and not overly staged. Barb brought her ideas that were fresh and personalised to what we wanted and to our home."

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CRAVEHOME

Heading to the Med? Pack one of these lightweight, super absorbent waffle towels with you – they also double as a tablecloth, sarong or curtain if you’re stuck! We just love these warm and tropical colourways – all in-store and online now. 30 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead 09 419 9535 www.cravehome.co.nz

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Boutique stationer, home of a thoughtfully curated selection of fine stationery. Shop 2, 2 Queens Parade, Devonport fitzgeraldtaylor.co.nz

WALLACE COTTON

Conscious Cotton. Sleep soundly in beautiful, comfortable bedding crafted from toxin free, certified organic cotton. Our Purity bed linen collection is available in a range of classic colours and stripes that look good and feel even better. Choose sustainable style that doesn’t cost the earth. 34 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 09 551 7767 www.wallacecotton.com

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RESENE COLORSHOP

Dress up your walls with Resene Wallpaper Go wild in your home with tropical lush vistas and exotic animals with the Resene Amazonia Wallpaper Collection. It’s wild style at its best! View the full wallpaper range, including this bold Resene Wallpaper 91340 design, at your local Resene ColorShop. 1 Auburn St, Takapuna, 09 489 1540 2 Tawa Drive, Albany, 09 414 6500 8 Croftfield Lane, Wairau Park, 09 444 4387

LAY ME DOWN

Lay Me Down sources tableware from artisans around the world. Handblown glass from Europe, lacquered Italian candles and printed tablecloths to add a touch of colour to your dining table. Curated tablescape rentals are also available. www.laymedown.co.nz Instagram @laymedownltd

FLORIENNE

Planning a walk down the aisle? Say ‘I do’ with flowers from Florienne. 60A Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6438 www.florienne.co.nz

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New instore from White Closet. Available in Ink and Magenta. 13a Mokoia Rd, Birkenhead 09 4199781 www.spero.co.nz

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The latest collection from Bianca Lorenne, Suro, encapsulates the slowing down of life’s pace and living a more mindful and simple life. Treat yourself to some slow time in one of the stunning Suro linen or velvet house coats in colours of quartz, sage or natural. 73 Victoria Road, Devonport, 021 247 2469 www.cosifantutte.co.nz instagram @cosifantutte_devonport

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY: WITH DAVID VERRAN

Rejected naturalisations of two Takapuna residents in 1911 On 10 October 1911 the New Zealand Government summarily rejected two applications for naturalisation as New Zealand citizens. Naturalisation would have accorded the applicants rights such as those to vote and participate in New Zealand society as equals. However, under the Asiatic Restriction Act of 1896 all Chinese were denied the right to naturalise, and this Act wasn’t rescinded until 1951. Wong Yep was described as a market gardener of O’Neills Point Road (now Bayswater Avenue), aged 44 (born around 1867) who had arrived in New Zealand around 1903. He was born in Canton (now Guangzhou), China. Writing in favour of his naturalisation, John C Webster, who was the Town Clerk of Devonport Borough from 1898, had “found him a hardworking and honest man”. Certainly a glowing endorsement from a highly ranked local government official. Similarly, Wong Sing Fan was also a market gardener of O’Neills Point Road, and 32 years old. Webster “had met him with his partner Wong Yep on many occasions and found him to be an honourable man”. He was aged 28 (born around 1883) when he arrived in Auckland on the ‘Miowera’ from Sydney on 8th July 1907, in steerage. Wong Sing Fan had to pay a one hundred pound tax to the government, via the master of the incoming ship, to even land in New Zealand. If he had arrived a year later in 1908, he would also have had to sit an English language reading test. Around 4,500 Chinese paid the poll tax from 1881 to 1936. The tax was finally abolished in 1944. Both applicants appear to have continued to live in New Zealand. In May 1925 Wong Yep was described as occupying just over 14 acres in the Mangere area, likely still market gardening. In July 1927 he was fined one pound for a minor traffic offence. I couldn’t locate him after that and he may have returned to China. Permanent residency in New Zealand had already been denied to Chinese from 1926. Wong Sing Fan is more difficult to trace conclusively. A Sing Wong, who was born around 1884, died on 4th January 1935 and was buried at Waikumete Cemetery aged 51. From the Little and Son funeral records at Auckland Libraries, Sing Wong was living in Favona Road in Mangere and had been in New Zealand “about thirty years”. He was married to Cheong She and had two sons. One son was aged 31 and born around 1904, and the other 28 and born around 1907, which is the year in which our Wong Sing Fan came to New Zealand. Sing Wong also had two daughters. One was aged 23 and born around 1912, and the other 15 and born around 1920. A Sing Wong or Wong Sing was allowed to re-enter New Zealand on 25th August 1912, and more confusingly a Wong Sing arrived in Auckland on 14th

AWNS_19010905_2_2, courtesy of Auckland Libraries Heritage Collection and published in the 'Auckland Weekly News' of 5 September 1901.

January 1920 and another Wong Sing on 23rd March 1920, both from Sydney. Nevertheless, it may well have been that Sing Wong, or Wong Sing, was travelling backward and forward to his family in China. He would have needed a re-entry permit on each occasion. Tsai Lee conducted the service for Sing Wong in the Waikumete Chapel and the funeral account was to go to Sing Lai and Wong Chong, also of Favona Road in Mangere. However, there is nothing conclusive that the Sing Wong or Wong Sing who died in 1935 was also known as Wong Sing Fan. On 12 February 2002 the New Zealand Government issued a public apology to the Chinese community for its previous antiChinese legislation. david.verran@xtra.co.nz

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT We love the vibrancy that the arts, entertainment and events sectors bring to the North Shore. Covid-19 has made things really hard for this sector. Now we are open again and Covid restrictions are in the rear vision mirror, business in the arts and entertainment sectors is starting to blossom once again. We urge readers to get out and support them. Participate in their initiatives, go to their events and shows – they need us more than ever. For our focus on arts and entertainment we chatted with five key local leaders in the area during June.

Story telling, events and talking Fringe stuff with Geoff Allen at The Rose Centre Geoff Allen manages Pitt Street Theatre, The Rose Centre and Kaitohu of Devonport Drama, a busy role that includes hosting community gatherings, performances, video shows, training sessions, parties, weddings, and business events. The Rose Centre has recently been announced as a satellite venue for the Auckland Fringe Festival happening in September, meaning that Geoff will be busy over the next few months! Geoff’s background is in performing arts since the mid-eighties including directing, writing and Geoff Allen. running a theatre company. Geoff chats to Channel Mag about the upcoming satellite activities for the Auckland Fringe Festival, what he enjoys about working at the Rose Centre and more. Channel Magazine: What do you love about what you do? Geoff Allen: Ngā tāngata, ngā tāngata, the youth and storytelling in general.

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CM: Have you got a local programme/event on soon that you’d like Channel readers to know about? GA: Yes, for the first time ever The Rose Centre Theatre is a satellite venue for the Auckland Fringe Festival in September which is really exciting. CM: How have the last few years been with the pandemic? GA: As a writer, I'm used to being isolated but as a theatre manager and producer it’s been very hard. I had five weeks at the Rose when I started, then 12 weeks working from home. CM: What’s coming up over the next year programme/event wise for you? GA: We continue to have youth musical theatre: Tim Bray, NYT, Glass Ceiling and Stage Antics. Company Theatre has The Thrill of Love and a return of God of Carnage. Penny Ashton brings 'Austen Found’. There’s a lot to see and experience here for the local community. CM: What do you love about the Shore? GA: I loved in summer after work heading down to the beach for a swim and I love the community of people working to improve life on the peninsula. Visit: www.rosecentre.co.nz

Perfecting the Guitar with Dylan Kay, Auckland Guitar School Owner and teacher Dylan Kay set up Auckland Guitar School in 2012, when he moved to Auckland from the UK, and owns

studios here in Takapuna and also in Howick. He’s been a guitarist for over 35 years and a professional guitar teacher for over 25 years. “My goal with Auckland Guitar School was to use my unique skills, experience and training to create a guitar school like no other, where students have fun and become good musicians who can think, create and experience what playing music is all about rather than just ‘painting by numbers,” explains Dylan. He tells Channel Mag about why he loves his profession, the impact of the last few years and what’s coming up next. Channel Magazine: What do you love about what you do? Dylan Kay: I get a real kick out of sharing my passion for guitar with others, helping them become great players in their own right is hugely rewarding. CM: Have you got a local programme/event on soon that you’d like Channel readers to know about? DK: We’ve got our next big student showcase in October at Raye Freedman Arts Centre (over the other side of the bridge) that will involve a lot of our Shore-based students. CM: How have the last few years been with the pandemic? DK: Like anywhere, we’ve had to find ways to weather the storm. Thankfully technology exists to help us, and we worked really hard to make it work for our guitarists. The lockdowns actually resulted in more people wanting to learn instruments so we’ve seen a fair number of new students which has been great. CM: What’s coming up over the next year programme/event wise for you? DK: We have our big student showcase coming up but also plenty of regular in-house performance events too.

CM: What do you love about the Shore? DK: I love working on the shore, it’s got a great feel and we have a bunch of great students. I know that we’re able to fill a real gap in the market for quality guitar education here and that makes me proud. Visit: www.aucklandguitarschool.co.nz

Dancing happily ever after with Emily Summerville of Devonport School of Dance Emily Summerville is the principal and owner of Devonport School of Dance. She has been dancing since the age of five and teaching dance for the last 15 years in various dance schools, primary schools and preschools in Timaru, Auckland and Melbourne. Emily trained at the Timaru Dance Studio, Auckland Academy of Dance and The Edge Performers School in Melbourne and moved to Auckland after high school. Emily Summerville. She then completed her Bachelor of Dance Degree at AUT University and her Royal Academy of Dance Registered Teacher qualification alongside this degree. Emily answered a few questions from Channel Mag about the school's upcoming event at the Bruce Mason Centre, the challenge of the last few years (including welcoming her baby nine weeks early!) and why she’s passionate about teaching dance.

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Channel Magazine: What do you love about what you do? Emily Summerville: I love seeing how much joy dance brings to dancers of all ages. From teaching our littlest dancers at 16 months old to our Silver Swans. Seeing students progress with their dance skills throughout not only the year but every class is also very rewarding. CM: Have you got a local programme/event on soon that you’d like Channel readers to know about? ES: This year we are presenting our annual show, ‘Dancing Happily Ever After’ on Saturday 12th November at the Bruce Mason Centre, showcasing the talents of our dancers performing a variety of ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre and acro dances.

As a business, we have learnt to adapt quickly to ensure we could keep offering dance classes. CM: How have the last few years been with the pandemic? ES: The last few years have definitely been challenging with the pandemic (let alone adding my first baby – who arrived nine weeks early – into the mix!). As a business, we have learnt to adapt quickly to ensure we could keep offering dance classes. I have been so proud of our dancers' resilience and discipline, dancing online for a number of months. I am forever grateful to the community for their ongoing support of my small business and my wonderful teachers

who have kept classes running. The pandemic has created a lot of extra administrative work and my focus has shifted to rebuilding the business. CM: What’s coming up over the next year programme/event wise for you? ES: We have exams and performance medal awards in term three, competitions, our show and local performances including Friday After Five and Devonport Christmas Dance in The Park events. We continue to offer enrolments and free trial classes throughout the year. CM: What do you love about the Shore? ES: The Shore is made up of communities of wonderful people! I feel privileged to be able to teach and share my passion of dance with so many talented, enthusiastic and hardworking dancers. Visit: www.devonportschoolofdance.com

Winter events with Amy Saunders at Depot Artspace Amy Saunders is the Depot Artspace General Manager, she has worked in the arts and cultural sector for 25 years and says she’s been spoiled to live and work between New Zealand and the UK for many years. She’s a Devonport local and lives with her husband who is Scottish and their two daughters, Isla (6) and Annie (4). Amy strongly believes in nurturing and supporting the creative sector and those who work in it and talks to Channel

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In small organisations like ours, team is everything and our little gang of superstars are truly amazing. CM: Have you got a local programme/event on soon that you’d like Channel readers to know about? AS: We’ve got two great exhibitions coming up in July: one with emerging artist George Turner who is presenting Towards Equilibrium in the Central Gallery, showcasing a range of stunning virtually augmented landscapes; and Ecologies of Scale in the Street Front Gallery, a series of paintings and installations compiled from urban construction materials by Llenyd Price, Elise Lidgett and Michael Lowe. In August, we have our ever-popular Member’s Show

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which this year will take over the Central Gallery, so if you’re a maker get making and if you’re a buyer, mark it in your diary! CM: How have the last few years been with the pandemic? AS: The pandemic has definitely been challenging in the sense that it threw so much up into the air that was familiar. We are now working very differently to how we were before the pandemic. It also put pressure on our teams constantly having to adapt to new and different ways of working but now I think we are so much more resilient and adaptable to how we work, so I guess it’s made us stronger in the end.

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CM: What’s coming up over the next year programme/event wise for you? AS: We’re in the middle of a strategic review which is really exciting and will help us plan a lot of next year including our exhibition programme, new development programmes in the recording studios and we’re really excited to be hosting more events outside of the regular gallery programme, so watch this space and come and have a chat if you want to pitch any ideas or get involved. CM: What do you love about the shore? AS: I love the sea and have always lived within walking distance to water. I think looking out to sea is a healthy reminder of how small we are as people on this planet and how much vastness lies beyond ourselves and our immediate shores. So what I love about living in Devonport and working at the Depot is the ability to think globally but act locally. Visit: www.depotartspace.co.nz

The future of art looks bright for Jessica and Jonathan at Northart Jonathan Organ and Jessica Pearless are the Co-Directors of Northart in Northcote, are Visual Artists and own Art Services Agency Paragon Matter. They are North Shore locals, with Jessica being born and raised in Devonport. The duo both attended Elam School of Fine Arts at the University of Auckland. Over the past 25 years, they have both developed professional careers as artists in the visual arts as well as running leading art dealer galleries, art auction houses, in public sculpture and arts advocacy organisations. The pair work together to create large scale sculptural installations that have been shown throughout Australasia. This month, Jessica talks to Channel Mag about Northart, a Northcote space with the strategic vision of becoming the North Shore’s leading contemporary public art facility. Channel Mag: What do you love about what you do? Jessica Pearless: One of the most interesting aspects of working in the arts is the connections that you form with people, the artists, audiences and collectors. The arts are well served in other parts of Auckland and elsewhere on the North Shore, we are proudly representing arts and culture in the Kaipātiki area.

…we have a selection of amazing exhibitions, all between four to six weeks in length, including painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography and more. CM: Have you got a local programme/event on soon that you’d like Channel readers to know about? JP: We are currently working with a fantastic group of artists from around Aotearoa to bring quality art experiences to the public

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through Northart. In July, we will hold two dynamic exhibitions, one with Raglan based assemblage sculptor, Stuart Bridson, he uses found objects to create quirky and thought-provoking sculptures from unlikely combinations. Boy + Girl are a fascinating duo, two practitioners who work in design, film and artificial intelligence, who are presenting their first exhibition of lightboxes, film and photography in an art gallery. We’re looking forward to the conversations into NFTs, AI and the future of art with this show. At Northart, we have two large screens installed that display moving image and film based artworks, take a look the next time you’re in Northcote Town Centre. CM: How have the last few years been with the pandemic? How has the pandemic impacted your role? JP: We commenced our Directorship at Northart a month before the first lockdown of 2020. This unprecedented scenario through us a real challenge, which we met head on. It meant that we worked on Northart’s digital strategy and systems immediately, which positively impacted us towards future proofing and updating things like the gallery website, operational and accounting systems, a lot of the ‘behind the scenes’ pieces of work that go into running a public art gallery. We have worked closely with our artists throughout this period, often to reassure them that their work is important, valuable and brings so much to the wellbeing of our community. CM: What’s coming up over the next year programme/event wise for you? JP: Our programme is curated on an annual basis. We do a ‘Call for Proposals’ around mid-year, when artists are invited to express their interest in exhibiting in a written proposal. For the remainder of 2022, we have a selection of amazing exhibitions, all between four to six weeks in length, including painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography and more. We are particularly excited about a large-scale exhibition of artwork by artists of Pasifika descent, this follows our two gallery exhibition of twelve Maori Women artists earlier this year, ‘Wahine Maori: The Art of Resistance’ which brought record numbers to the gallery due to the amazing group of highly respected artists included. Alongside our exhibitions, we run artistled workshops, member events, artist talks, professional practice workshops, openings and more. CM: What do you love about the shore? JP: The North Shore is a wonderful place to live and to raise children. We are particularly fond of our local beaches, cafes, and libraries. We see huge potential for Northart to continue to develop into the leading hub for contemporary art experiences, matching our city side counterparts so watch this space! Visit: www.northart.co.nz

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Our round up of posts from local businesses on IG that we’ve double tapped (liked) and a Q&A with Issy Pasley from Limelight Dance Studios Isabella Pasley is the owner of @limelightdancestudios in Albany and @stepbeyondstudios in Torbay. She grew up on the Shore and is the youngest of four. Ballet was a popular after-school activity with her sisters and she took her first class at three years old at Love to Dance in Birkenhead and was hooked. Since then, she has since trained in jazz, lyrical, hip hop, ballroom and Latin. After training on the Gold Coast, Isabella returned to New Zealand and bought her first dance school when she was 21. She talks to Channel about building her business and her use of social media to show what she does at her dance schools. Channel Magazine: Tell us a little bit about your business and how it came about... Issy Pasley: I had returned from my full-time dance training in Australia to start my business degree in 2019 and I was teaching part time at Limelight Dance Studios in Albany when the opportunity to take over the studio presented itself. I have always loved being able to create a positive, inclusive space for students to come and share their love of dance and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to have my own Issy Pasley. studio! I purchased Limelight in October 2019 and it’s been a crazy few years with the pandemic but as things started to bounce back in 2022, I was lucky enough to also add Step Beyond Studios in Torbay to our family! The studios have quite different offerings; Limelight currently focuses on ballroom, Latin, tap, jazz, hip hop and lyrical classes with competition and exam opportunities for our students. We get people joining us for all sorts of reasons - to pick up a new hobby, learn a dance for a wedding, or those looking for a career in dance. Step Beyond Studios is a competition- and exam-free studio with a ballet and contemporary focus. At both studios, we have students as young as three and there’s no maximum age limit on who can join. CM: Is Instagram a source of inspiration for you? IP: Absolutely! Instagram is a huge source of inspiration for me both as a dance teacher and a small business owner. Some of my favourite people to follow are @kristy.thepinkpony, a local, female business owner who shares fantastic tutorials on graphic design tools which is super helpful for our social channels to make all our posts more dynamic and to capture the energy of the classes and competitions. I also love seeing what @Nicolebillow is doing; she’s very innovative and has a lovely way of interacting with her students which inspires me all the time to keep my students as excited about dance as we are. CM: Which other local businesses/artists do social media well? IP: I think @Mykeeper does a fantastic job with her social media as well as @whippedcakery. They’re both very interactive and authentic social media users and I enjoy seeing the ins and outs of different businesses. Personally, I think it’s interesting to see a lot of behind-the-scenes aspects of businesses. Instagram is often very aspirational and seeing elements of business that are more ‘real’ is so refreshing. I have followed them for several years, and it’s been great to see their development over the years and awesome to see small businesses flourish! CM: What’s next for your studio? IP: Having two studios now, I will be working to expand the class offerings across both locations! My team and I are also working to create more social dance and performance opportunities for all our students to help grow our dance community and share the benefits of dancing with as many people as we can! Whether you’re looking to have some fun or would like to pursue a career we want to help you achieve all your dancing dreams. www.instagram.com/limelightdancestudios • www.limelightdance.co.nz www.instagram.com/stepbeyondstudios • www.stepbeyond.co.nz

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT: TIM BRAY THEATRE COMPANY

Igniting creativity though drama Hit the Stage! – school holiday fun at The Rose Centre, Belmont This coming July, Tim Bray Youth Theatre offers its ever popular Hit the Stage! five-day holiday programme for children aged 7-9 and 10-12 at The Rose Centre in Belmont from Monday 11th – Friday 15th July. Hit the Stage! is also running at The Auckland Performing Arts Centre (TAPAC) in Western Springs for ages 7-9 from 18th - 22nd July. During five exciting days, under the direction of the creative team from Tim Bray Youth Theatre, young actors take part in rehearsing and performing their own unique theatrical creation, ready to ‘Hit the Stage!’ at the end of the week with a 5:30pm performance on the Friday for family and friends in the theatre. Extraordinarily Creative – School Holiday Drama Taster for autistic students During the July holidays Tim Bray Youth Theatre is offering drama programmes for autistic and neurodivergent children and teens from ages 5-13. The daily one-hour workshops are fun and an excellent introduction to the Extraordinarily Creative programme. They are held at Meadowood Community House from Monday 11th July – Friday 15th July. The holiday programme introduces the students to the tutors, other students, games and concepts of the Extraordinarily Creative term classes. These classes allow students to grow and shine in their own time and space in the spirit of takiwatanga. Extraordinarily Creative also runs in East Auckland and according to a dad these classes have been working their “magic”! Jeanita Cush-Hunter from ACE (Austism Consultancy Education) leads the tutoring team at both venues and says, “it is an absolute privilege to work with these students.” “My daughter is loving her Extraordinarily Creative drama sessions! They are carefully run, by caring staff, who provide a safe space where she can be herself and have fun with her peers. And as a parent, I can relax knowing that she is in good hands and is being cared for by people who understand her, in an environment that is tolerant and welcoming.” – Nicole B., EC parent of 12-year-old, March 2022. Extraordinarily Creative tutors follow the principles of Mason Durie’s Four Pillars (physical health, spiritual health, family health, mental health). The traditional hierarchy of a conventional classroom is forgotten, which allows the tutors to connect with students in a truly unique and meaningful way. They create inclusive learning spaces where they foster care for each other, acceptance, and focus on process not product. The relationships in the classrooms grow organically and all students are invited to collaborate and be their authentic selves. “I really appreciate that this programme was set up to begin with! Not many would have the courage to do so. My son really enjoys drama! I just love how I can trust the teachers to be in tune with his feelings and just fly with it in a relaxed manner, knowing how to encourage interaction in his way of expression without being surprised, shocked or offended. I have heard great things about Tim Bray, and I am thankful to be part of it at an expense that I can afford.” -- Gjin H., EC parent of seven-year-old, March 2022. Extraordinarily Creative Term 3 weekly classes begin the week of the 25th of July in Unsworth Heights (Tues/Wed) and Glen Innes (Thurs/Fri) and enrolments are now open for both venues.

Term 3 weekly drama classes with Tim Bray Youth Theatre Tim Bray Youth Theatre is thrilled to announce a second venue in Takapuna for ages 8-10 and 1113 on Tuesdays at the Lake House Arts Centre, starting in Term 3. They are also offering an additional class at their Browns Bay location for ages 11-13 on Wednesdays. Tim Bray Youth Theatre drama classes remain ever-popular on the North Shore, engaging students’ imaginations, sense of fun and storytelling in a supportive environment. Acting techniques and collaborative work gives students the tools to express themselves creatively with confidence. Drama is also excellent for mental health and wellbeing. “These classes have been so wonderful for my daughter, she loves them, and has just blossomed in confidence, and ability.” – Lisa, parent Term 3 classes begin the week of the 25th July at the Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna (Tues), Browns Bay (Wed) and St George’s, Takapuna (Thurs/Fri). Tim Bray Youth Theatre also offers classes for 5 to 16 year olds across the bridge in Western Springs at The Auckland Performing Arts Centre (TAPAC). For more information or to enrol please visit: https://timbray.org.nz/youth-theatre/ 09 486-2261 E: Youth.theatre@timbray.org.nz

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT: AUCKLAND LIVE AT BRUCE MASON CENTRE, TAKAPUNA

WHAT’S ON at the Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna

Morning Melodies 2022 Season The Wedding Singer Bruce Mason Centre Monthly on a Monday, 11am

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The toe-tapping highlight of the Takapuna event calendar is back! Come and join us for Auckland Live Morning Melodies, in partnership with Ryman Healthcare – your monthly feelgood concert. Tickets are just $7* and the programme features brass bands, swinging jazz and timeless classics that are sure to brighten your Monday mornings. Plus, be sure to arrive early to enjoy a free cup of tea and biscuits before the show.

Are you ready to party like it’s 1985? Based on the hit Hollywood film, international musical comedy The Wedding Singer is heading to the Bruce Mason Centre for a strictly limited season. Overflowing with ‘80s nostalgia, this feel-good rom-com is an adrenaline-charged show featuring your favourite characters and a sparkling new score. Just say YES! Tickets from just $49* or get the gang together and save 50% off* when you purchase four tickets.

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This funny, loud, self-deprecatingly raunchy production of The Wedding Singer is the perfect way to welcome back live entertainment … From the first set of jazz hands, the stellar cast had the Wellington audience eating out of the palm of its hand.

• Monday July 18th - Jackie Clarke • Monday August 8th - Lisa Lorrell & James Harrison • Monday September 12th - G&T Productions’ Musical Classics • Monday October 17th - Base Auckland Brass • Monday November 14th - The Band of the Royal Regiment of NZ Artillery • Monday December 5th - The Royal New Zealand Navy Band

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From an international musical and feel-good live music to laugh-out-loud comedy and family-friendly shows, there is something for everyone.

Matariki Glow Show Wednesday July 20th, 11am

The Guilty Feminist Live Saturday July 23rd, 8pm

The Boss – Bruce Springsteen Tribute Show Tuesday August 30th, 7.30pm

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COVER FEATURE: TAKAPUNA WINTER LIGHTS 2022

Photo: Brett Phibbs.

Takapuna lights up in late July!

By Aidan Bennett

Takapuna Winter Lights 2022 is being curated by internationally acclaimed light artist, Angus Muir. This photo is from this year's LUMA Queenstown.

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In the second half of July, Auckland will play host once again to ‘Elemental AKL’. One of the popular festival’s lead events will be held over four nights in Takapuna. Takapuna Winter Lights will be a spectacular community family event of illuminated art, live music and performance over four evenings from Thursday July 28th through until Sunday July 31st. “We’re delighted to be bringing Takapuna Winter Lights back again this year after what’s been a tumultuous time for everybody,” says Takapuna Beach Business Association CEO, Terence Harpur. "To be able to deliver the excitement of such a totally free world-class live event to our beloved community is thrilling and the support of local businesses to help us bring it to life has been fantastic. A true community effort, supported by Auckland Unlimited.” Takapuna Winter Lights was held last year in 2021, proving to be a massive success with 12,000 people attending over two nights. This led the organisers to expand the event to four nights in 2022, with up to 40,000 visitors expected to experience the collection of light sculptures, art, music and performances curated by internationally acclaimed light artist, Angus Muir. Organiser of Takapuna Winter Lights 2022 is Dan Move, who has worked with Angus Muir on spectacular light events all around the world – including LUMA in Queenstown as well as events in Singapore, Sydney, London, Iceland, Jerusalem and Israel. Dan is a founding member of LUMA. “if you’ve missed LUMA – which is recognised as New Zealand’s leading light festival – then this is the next big thing in the country,” says Dan Move. “The event was brilliant last year and people loved it, but we are taking it to another level in 2022!” Angus and Dan have recently done LUMA in Queenstown and have also just returned from doing Vivid in Sydney and iLightSingapore, the Singapore Light Festival held at Marina Bay from June 3rd till 26th. Angus Muir has now featured several times at iLightSingapore, Asia’s leading sustainable light festival. The artworks

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in Singapore are designed with energy-saving lightings and/or environmentallyfriendly materials to encourage festival goers and the general public to adopt sustainable habits in their everyday lives.

Angus is world-renowned for his light installations and we are focused on continuing to grow Takapuna Winter Lights as a world-class arts and cultural event…

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“Angus is world-renowned for his light installations and we are focused on continuing to grow Takapuna Winter Lights as a world-class arts and cultural event,” adds Dan Move. “The event clearly captured the imagination of the community in 2021 and we want to grow on this in 2022, encouraging people to dress up and get involved. Get engaged and be a part of the art – light up yourself and your kids, it's fun and you will always be able to see them!” Takapuna Winter Lights will be a world-class multi-sensory festival based on strong local support and integration, an arts and cultural community event that locals can be proud of. The event has been integrating further into the community in the lead up, with a schools' programme with Takapuna Primary School and Campbells Bay Early Learning Centre, where the students have been participating in creating art through education around the theme of ‘Te Moana Nui’ which translates to ‘The Great Ocean’ in te reo Māori and showcases magical worlds beneath the sea. The students’ artwork will be animated and brought to life at the festival set to a

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soundtrack composed by Wellington-based musician, Mark Johnson, and the ever-transforming, magical realm of the sea will be created by Daniel Brown, Professor of Design Studio, Victoria University of Wellington. The organisers are also keen to point out that Takapuna Winter Lights is an alcohol-free event, with Takapuna’s public spaces being alcohol-free. If you want to drink you can do it responsibly in one of the many amazing bars or restaurants. Takapuna Winter Lights is also a smoke-free event and aims to also be waste-free. Takapuna has loads of parking or you can ride your bike, bus, walk or carpool to help keep the carbon footprint down. “Most of the light events on the circuit around the world have a strong focus on the

environment and being positive contributors to Photo: Lochana. the community and that is what we are doing here in Takapuna,” explains Dan Move. “Auckland is going to love Takapuna Winter Lights 2022." Takapuna Winter Lights in association with Auckland Unlimited. Experience Takapuna like never before in July 2022. Come together with the community, family and friends for four magical evenings of illuminated art, live music and performance. Takapuna Winter Lights is also brought to you by I Love Takapuna, AMD, SILO, Go Media, Foundation North and Willis Bond. Takapuna Winter Lights 2022: 5pm-10pm, Thursday July 28th through until Sunday July 31st, Hurstmere Green, Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach. Visit: www.winterlights.nz

ABOUT ELEMENTAL AKL – 14th to 31st July with a sensational season of curated experiences celebrating the unique culture, cuisine, and creativity of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. For 18 days, you’re invited to indulge in a smorgasbord of art, music, food, and events as Elemental AKL infuses eateries and bars, theatres, and public spaces across Auckland with the very best cultural, creative, and culinary experiences from the region. Take your pick from the Elemental AKL 2022 line-up including headliner concerts by some of Aotearoa New Zealand and the world’s top performers; table talk with top chefs at one-off dining experiences; immersive art and music installations at iconic Auckland venues; spectacular outdoor light displays illuminating the city’s streets and landmarks; and show-stopping performances of theatre, jazz, opera, and dance. Visit: www.aucklandnz.com/elemental Photo: Lochana.

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GARDENING WITH NEWHAVEN GARDENS

PACK & SEND: TAKAPUNA

By Jane and Jeremy Bain, franchisees at Pack & Send Takapuna.

Top tips from Amanda Graham, Newhaven Gardens. North Shore Hedge Trimming, Garden Tidy Ups, Planting, Pruning and Garden Maintenance.

July in the garden

Amanda Graham.

Our gardens can often feel drab and uninviting in the middle of winter. However, there are plenty of winter flowering plants that can brighten things up. Here we look at a few ideas for adding a splash of colour. Probably the most commonly used winter flowering shrubs are camellias. Whether planted alone or in a hedge, they make a stunning display and come in a wide range of colours and sizes. The main types of camellia include Sasanqua - which can handle full sun to part shade and flower through autumn and winter; Japonica - which are more suited to partial or even full shade and flower from winter through to spring; hybrid (a mix of Japonica and Sasanqua); and for smaller spaces or to use as ground cover there are camellias such as Quintessence, or Marge Miller (another hybrid). Other popular winter flowering shrubs include daphne, although be warned, they are quite fussy and do not like our clay soils, instead growing best in free draining slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter; azaleas, which tolerate shady spots and also prefer slightly acidic soils; and leucadendrons which are both extremely striking and hardy plants which need little to no feeding or watering. For an easy instant lift, you can’t beat adding some colourful winter flowering annuals or perennials. The garden centres should now be full of primulas, polyanthus, pansies, violas, daisies and forget-me-nots. Pop them in a hanging basket or pot, or fill up a space in the garden bed. As they are a little more slow-growing and relatively inexpensive you can really pack them in for maximum effect. Just remember to keep feeding every few weeks with a little blood and bone or liquid fertiliser to keep the colours vibrant. My favourite winter perennial is the hellebore. Not only do these ‘winter roses’ provide an elegant and quick to establish splash of colour, they are shade lovers, used to covering the woodland floor so they are great for brightening up the darkest of corners. They prefer soil that is rich in organic matter so dig in some compost and feed with sheep pellets to keep them happy. Amanda Graham Newhaven Gardens Ltd Ph: 021 378969 amanda@newhavengardens.co.nz www.newhavengardens.co.nz

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Need to send something?

Jane and Jeremy Bain.

Send anything, anywhere! Pack & Send is a very popular franchise that will send any item – no matter how fragile, large, awkward or valuable — anywhere in the world. Its powerful promise is: “Anything, anywhere - No Limits”. A customer can take any item into Jane and Jeremy and be entirely confident it will be carefully packaged and delivered to any address, anywhere in the country or anywhere around the world. The team are well qualified to offer a highly professional custompackaging service which includes handling fragile, large, awkward and valuable items. Cover for loss or damage of any consignment can be arranged. The Takapuna store is a one stop shop for everything packaging and freight. Private and business customers are taking to the Pack & Send concept in droves, from Trade Me buyers and sellers, tourists and backpackers, university students on the move, people moving overseas, small businesses and large corporations. Pack & Send covers national and international freight, road, sea and air options. They make it hassle free by offering pickup and packing services, and complete the all the paperwork for delivery. They can even track to the door and advise of its safe arrival. “It’s the sheer convenience of being able to bring absolutely anything you like into us and know it will be delivered safe and sound to any address in the world, and quickly,” Jeremy says. “There is increase demand for clients looking for fast and safe solutions for the export/import of important legal documents and applications especially embassies and government departments in foreign countries” says Jane. Pack & Send Takapuna stocks a large range of durable boxes and quality packing materials for DIY packing. They can even custom make boxes and packaging for your specific needs. The personal service, professional packaging, world class systems and expertise that Pack & Send Takapuna provides are designed to make your freight experience as simple and smooth as possible. You don’t even need to open an account and they’ll send anything, anywhere plus take care of the hassles. Pack & Send Takapuna open Mon – Sat, located at 77 Barrys Point Rd, Takapuna with exclusive and convenient parking outside. Ph 486-3355 or email takapuna@packsend.co.nz and let them make sending easy.

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TAKAPUNA NORTH COMMUNITY NEWS: WITH SARAH THORNE

HEALTH AND FITNESS WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

By Sarah Thorne, Takapuna North Trust Manager

By Claire Bellingham, Personal Trainer and Nutritionist

Flexibility in your thinking as well as your body

Claire Bellingham.

Three years ago most people took good health for granted. Dialogue around health tended to focus on the ideals of exercising more and eating better. These days, the issues are larger. Most people have suffered serious upheaval through Covid restrictions and illness. Whether it’s Covid, the flu, or another ailment, it’s difficult to get medical treatment. There’s a general sense of concern that the health of our family, community, country and globe is not wholly under control. It’s an uneasy climate of chaos. We now scrutinise the smallest of symptoms and no longer push through a cold. Caution is appropriate, but lack of confidence combined with the time of year have created a hibernation mentality. Cooler weather leads to a variety of hormones and habits that feed the inclination to move less and eat more. Less daylight shifts the balance between serotonin and melatonin. These hormones regulate various human functions such as sleep, mood and appetite. Circadian rhythms change in the colder months, making it more difficult to summon the motivation to move. At the same time, lower serotonin can cause cravings for carb-packed comfort foods. Against the backdrop of these sedentary tendencies is the sensible concern about returning to exercise after Covid. Most people are aware of the risk of long Covid and many have taken the “don’t push yourself” advice very literally. Who wouldn’t welcome the suggestion that remaining on the couch is the most sensible course of action? It’s important to be aware of the expanse of middle ground that exists between overdoing it and under-doing it. Obviously, high intensity training isn’t the ideal way to ease back into exercise after Covid. Even walking may be inappropriate in some cases. Cold air is hard on airways, and if you go walking and run out of puff you still have to get home. Fortunately, not all physical activity is characterised by great exertion and risk. Flexibility is the range of motion around a joint and it’s the most often neglected component of the fitness mix. When it’s optimised, it supports both cardiovascular endurance and muscle strength. Flexibility is largely genetic – we all have a baseline level of elasticity in our muscles which can be increased with practice. We can improve on our baseline by approximately 20-25%. If you’ve been advised to take it easy as you recover from illness you could start with a block of flexibility training. You might even have a halfcompleted rehab regime you could circle back to. A break from exercise intensity doesn’t need to mean a complete break from physical activity. Taking time to improve your structural stability can create a strong base for future physical endeavors when endurance is higher. The theme of the year health-wise seems to be caution rather than challenge. As with most things, the answer doesn’t lie at either end of the continuum. Our bodies are designed to move and we benefit psychologically from keeping the mind-body link alive. This winter is a great time to try out a little flexibility in your thinking as well as your body. Les Mills Takapuna, Rooftop Level, Shore City, Takapuna 0800 LES MILLS lesmills.co.nz clairebellingham.co.nz claire@clairebellingham.co.nz

Busy month for the community

Sarah Thorne.

June was a busy month for the Trust with lots of Pupuke Birdsong workshops and working bees; Matariki celebrations and of course our volunteers' thank you event in collaboration with ANCAD (Auckland North Community and Development). It was wonderful to be back interacting with our community and we are looking forward to a busy winter ahead.

Volunteers thank you event in Takapuna. Thank you to all of our local volunteers!

Thank you to all the volunteers who are the heart and soul of Pupuke Birdsong Project! Volunteers are putting in the mahi to make our gardens and parks safe for our native wildlife. Backyards, forests, reserves, schools and street margins are all habitat for our fantastic wildlife, but also predators and pest plants. Come and join one of the many groups working in local reserves, or find out how to make your backyard safe for nature. Checkout our website https://pupukebirdsong.org.nz/ for tips on how to get involved. Matariki colouring competition If you know any keen young artists, encourage them to enter our colouring competition. Printed pages are available from Takapuna Library, Sunnynook Community Centre and Lake House Arts and can also be downloaded and printed via our website. The competition runs until July 31st so there’s plenty of time to enter and we have some wonderful prizes. There are three categories: preschoolers, primary-aged children and intermediate-aged children. More details on our website. Winter Fun Preschool Play Free Winter Fun preschool play is running at our local community centres on Mondays and Wednesdays 10am-12 noon. Follow our Facebook page Facebook/summerfunplay to be kept informed about indoor Winter Fun sessions or visit our website www. takapunatrust.org.nz to download a full timetable. Where can you find out more about what’s happening? Visit www.takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook/Instagram @takapunanorthtrust Phone Sarah Thorne (Takapuna North Community Trust Manager) on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz

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TRAVEL: WITH MONDO TRAVEL

Celebrating 25 years in Travel People trust me to arrange their travel because of the knowledge and experience I have obtained over the years. No doubt you have dreamed about travelling to a destination that you have read about, or seen featured in a movie or TV series. That has influenced me to travel, and in doing so I have had experiences that I will pass on to you. I climbed the Eiffel Tower, the Tower of Pisa, walked across London’s Tower Bridge, climbed up inside the Statue of Liberty, the Dome of St Peter’s in Rome and walked across the Great Wall, three times. In all, I have been lucky to have visited 35 countries, some several times, and skied throughout New Zealand, Squaw Valley California, Blackcombe, Whistler (in British Columbia), and Junghfau in Switzerland Over the years I was awarded many sales awards including Harvey World Travel’s Top Cruise Consultant, of which I am immensely proud. As a member of the Cruise Lines Association of Australasia, I recently achieved CLIA’s certification as a Master Cruiser.

…I have been lucky to have visited thirty-five countries some several times. Skied throughout New Zealand, Squaw Valley California, Blackcombe, Whistler British Columbia and Junghfau Switzerland. Many of you have experienced cruising and may be keen to cruise again. Those of you who have not cruised yet, I am sure I will find a destination and cruise line that will meet your expectation. You too can cruise the Mediterranean onboard Wind Surf, the world’s largest sailing ship, enjoy traditional cruising onboard P & O UK and Cunard, modern luxury onboard Celebrity and Princess Cruises or cruise with popular Carnival and P O Cruises Australia. Your most relaxing cruise will be a European River Cruise. Maybe take your first cruise across the Tasman. There will be 46 trans-Tasman cruises between October 2022 and April 2023 with 10 cruise lines – Princess, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Cunard, Azamara Club Cruises, Viking, Silverseas, Seabourne, and

By Robert Schroder

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Regent Seven Seas. Plus, five round-trip cruises from Auckland with Princess and Celebrity Cruises. I have no doubt you will enjoy talking about your travel experiences, the destinations and the people you have met. I would like to give you the experience I had in South Africa staying at Makutsi Safari Springs. This family-owned business combined their safari park with that of a five-star resort next door. So you get a five-star experience for ‘half the price’: six nights accommodation, breakfast, and dinner, two game drives per day plus a full day at Kruger National Park. I relived the experience through the fabulous photos I took and still cannot believe how close I got to the wild animals. It is time to refer to us as travel advisors rather than travel agents. I supported my clients as the borders closed and airlines stopped flying, frustrating everyone with their changes of rules about cancellations and credits. With borders open I am meeting with clients again to help with their itineraries, checking rules regarding stopovers and ensuring they are aware of all cancellation fees, change fees and the importance of travel insurance. My commitment is to manage and support you throughout your travel. Email: robert@mondotravel.co.nz Phone: 027 554 1322

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MILFORD SHOPS NEWS

Your monthly update from Murray Hill, Manager of the Milford Business Association.

Milford Shops

Murray Hill.

Here’s a sample of some of our great businesses in MILFORD. Always a great place for a coffee and something

What a month we have had in June. Our events have come back with very successful Food Trucks events in the Baptist Church grounds and we have launched our new dining in the streets – Al Fresco Fridays. The later still has a bit of fine tuning to do but we will get that done and bring both events back as were head back into summer.

to eat – Bean Grinding. For a good old-fashioned roast meal pop in to The Carvery. Our Hospice Store has a great range of good quality items at very good prices. Visit JustWork for all your fitness needs – open 24/7. Drop your dry cleaning off at Maxwell Drycleaning in our main street. Bras N Things is open in the Milford Centre with a great range of products. Baby needs are well cared for at Hatch. MAX fashions is the place to head to for top fashion. Remember, Repertoire has now moved to Milford and is in the Milford Centre mall for all their fashion clothing and accesseries.

1. Bean Grinding Espresso 2. The Carvery 3. MAX 4. JustWorkout 24hr Gym 5. Maxwells Drycleaning 6. Bras N Things 7. Hatch 8 . Hospice Shop

MILFORD Town Centre has been confirmed as the No.1 Town Centre on the Shore in May and the Premium image enhanced with the display of not 1 but 4 Mercedes-Benz vehicles supplied by our local dealer, award winning Mercedes-Benz North Shore – Mercedes-Benz New Zealand Retailer of the Year, 5 times in the last 6 years. Se the display in the ecntre of the Milford Centre mall. We have also been happy to here that Peter Allen, a local Milford resident has decided to stand for the local Devonport Takapuna Local Board at the elections later this year. Peter is best known to you as the man behind the organisation of the fantastic MILFORD Christmas By the Lake event, and has been involved in events in Milford for the past 8 years, lives locally and his children go to our local schools. His wife, Kirsten has taught at a number of local schools and is currently at Westlake Girls High School. So he is well connected and knows how important the Milford Centre 30 Year Plan is.

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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTRES

Celebrating 50 years of Kindercare It’s hard to believe that just 50 years ago, early childhood centres were rare, and yet there was a growing need as more women either remained or re-entered the workplace after becoming mothers. Full-time working parents in the early 1970s had few options available for the care of their children. Needing an income while desiring to start a family, Primary School Teacher, Glennie Oborn, pulled together her savings to setup what we know today as Kindercare Learning Centres.

Kindercare’s History

The first childcare centre was established in Glennie’s family home in 1972 as Milford Day Nursery. It was licensed for 32 children between the ages of two and five years old. Seven years later and with three centres on the North Shore, the centres were incorporated to become Kindercare Learning Centres. Remaining a ‘family business’, whānau has always been at the heart of this organisation, with Glennie’s mum and sister involved in the early years, her husband Allan Wendelborn joining in 1980 and making a significant contribution to Kindercare’s story, and all four of their children serving in various capacities over the years. Since 2014, their son Kelly Wendelborn has led Kindercare as the Chief Executive. The original centre in Milford was refurbished in 1990, as a purpose-built facility. This centre is still thriving today as Kindercare’s first, under the experienced and inspirational leadership of Centre Director, Philippa Terei. Philippa has been serving children and families at Kindercare for 32 years, beginning her journey at Kindercare as a Teacher at this very centre all those years ago.

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Local History

Thousands of North Shore children, and their children, have spent their early years at Kindercare. From the beginning, Kindercare has been very much a part of the local Shore community, actively engaging children in creative and innovative programmes that foster respect and appreciation of the environment, music, movement, art and literature, while developing each child’s full potential. On Shakespeare Road, where Kindercare Milford is situated, Glennie’s parents, Flo and Ralph Oborn, had market gardens that stretched back to the Wairau Creek, producing vegetables for the community and cut flowers for florists. As growers and gardeners, they had a roadside stall, selling produce that didn’t make it to the markets. Today, Kindercare is proud to be serving a second generation of young children in this community, with many of them attending Milford Primary School over the past 50 years — like their parents before them and Glennie herself, just as her father did before her.

Teaching Teachers

Glennie believed that because children matter, having effectively trained and devoted qualified Teachers was essential to offer each child outstanding care and education. Casual training through evening workshops and short basic courses were not enough for an organisation committed to excellence. So, in Glennie Oborn. 1982, Kindercare Early Childhood Teachers College, now known as New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC), was established in a spare classroom at a Northcote school. Setting up a private training establishment, offering a Diploma of Teaching (ECE) and gaining Teacher Registration approval for graduates were all firsts in the early childhood care and education sector — and simply put, a wild idea back then! In subsequent years, NZTC has gone on to offer teaching and education degree programmes. NZTC was sold to the UP Education Group in 2020. The Teacher education programmes were an enormous commitment because they were about ensuring the best possible and well informed, child-focused care and learning outcomes for each child enrolled at Kindercare and beyond. At that time, a decision had to be made between investing in Teacher education, or upgrading the buildings. Teacher education won out and soon other centre operators were approaching Kindercare to provide training for them as well. The influence on early childhood care and education in New Zealand has been huge with over 10,000 students graduating over the years.

Some of my first childhood memories are at Milford Kindercare and it’s such a nice connection that one of my first Kindercare teachers, Philippa, is now the Centre Director and has been able to help my children settle in for their time at the centre 30 years later. The Teachers are always so kind, gentle and patient and I know they are in good hands and are benefiting from new experiences on a daily basis. My kids' smiling faces at the end of the day assure me they’ve had a fun-filled day. —Charlie Bott, parent at Kindercare Milford

People Matter

Relationships matter at Kindercare, which is why people matter, and why leaders prioritise connection and closeness— not just with children and families, but within the team – in order to create an environment where people have a sense of belonging to something bigger than themselves, where the work is purposeful. Along with opportunities for formal qualifications, ongoing professional development empowers team members and enables their careers to flourish. Leadership pathways are created for those who seek career growth. Most Centre Directors, and those in the team who hold support, advisory and leadership roles in the organisation have been developed from within, and many have been with Kindercare for 20 years and more!

Reflecting on my journey with Kindercare over the last 44 years, the things that have touched my heart the most have been the special relationships, as well as the love and kindness to all — the children, their families and my colleagues. I’m proud to be part of the 50 years celebrations and the difference that the Kindercare team has made in the lives of children, families and their teachers. My gratitude to Glennie and Kelly for their leadership, their mentoring, along with their love and kindness. —June Robins, Area Manager, Kindercare Learning Centres

June Robins.

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KINDERCARE: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS

I always knew that I would pick Kindercare when it was time for my daughter to start day care; my three sisters and I all attended Kindercare in our preschool years and I have such fond memories of our time there. The team at Kindercare have played such an important role in helping to shape my daughter into the beautiful little girl she is today and I will be forever grateful for the partnership we shared over the years while in their care. The centre and team became like a home away from home and our extended family. I can only emphasise the love, care and kindness your family will be shown during your time there. —Linneah McKinlay, parent at Kindercare Pinehill

50 Years On

Children grow, and so has Kindercare from a single childcare centre in a Milford family home, to purpose-built centres with awesome play environments. Today, they have centres off Constellation Drive, Albany, Silverdale, Pinehill and Belmont, as well as 47 other centres across Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Palmerston North and Christchurch. Kindercare continues its mission, recognising that children are a gift from God, entrusted to them by parents. In partnership with parents, they are dedicated to developing each child’s full potential, by providing outstanding early childhood care and education. Kindercare’s commitment to serve with love has stood the test of time — meeting the needs of parents for peace of mind when their children can’t be with them, honouring trust, providing confidence as each child’s individual strengths are nurtured, and ensuring children are safe and loved while they are learning every day. In 2005, Glennie and Allan established the Living & Learning Foundation to support the health, education and wellbeing of children and families, through weekly distributions to beneficiaries.

Moving Forward

The story continues with a new Kindercare centre set to open in Warkworth later this year; an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in their local community...just as every Kindercare centre across New Zealand reflects their locale. Each centre, and indeed each teaching team, embraces and celebrates their local curriculum, their rich cultural diversity, and what makes them unique. It is with this in their hearts that the Kindercare team continue to serve and raise a new generation of Kiwis, one day at a time, one treasured child at a time. www.kindercare.co.nz ®

Kindercare’s Vision: To Serve With Love • Kindercare’s Values: Safe, Loved and Learning

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WINTER AT HOME: TRUSTED PAINTERS NZ

Trusted Painters NZ

- your partner for painting services on the North Shore Trusted Painters NZ take care of all interior and exterior preparation and painting projects, both residential and commercial. Channel's Liz Cannon chatted with owner and CEO Michal Martyniuk to find out more.

Michal Martyniuk.

Channel Magazine: Who is Trusted Painters and what do you do? Michal Martyniuk: Trusted Painters proudly position ourselves as the most reliable and professional local painting company for all our existing clients and future customers. We are a family business specialising in commercial and residential properties, dedicated to finding unique painting solutions at a fair price for everyone in and around Auckland's North Shore and beyond.

CM: What's the background behind Trusted Painters? MM: I'd been working in the painting business for over ten years and finally decided to establish my own copany, Trusted Painters NZ in 2019 to provide quality painting services for residential and commercial properties across the North Shore and the wider Auckland region. I am proud to be a Kiwi-owned family business. Simply put, we are totally passionate about beautiful and neat painting services and always stand for quality. We genuinely love making houses, roofs, garages, offices, fencing – whatever the project – beautiful and looking like new again! CM: How do you stay at the top of the painting game? MM: Quality, quality, and then quality again! We only ever use the best quality paint and equipment, which ensures the final result is much more detailed, precise and clean. We assist with scaffolding and have our own builder available on site. We also offer painting, staining and finishing projects with a professional pneumatic spray gun if necessary. Our foundation rule is to always strive to meet the ever-changing needs and expectations of our customers.

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CM: What makes you stand out from other painting companies? MM: It's simple. We follow the rules! We work fast but well, in an efficient and effective manner. That's why we always provide quotes per job. We focus on the job 100% and make it our priority, without wasting time on irrelevant activities while working; this makes us up to three times faster than other companies. We respect your time – time is gold! CM: Family seems paramount to you - does that ethos run through your business too? MM: Yes, absolutely! We're a family company and that extends to our team. We work and participate together as a team, supervising our workers personally. TESTIMONIAL: I was impressed with the communication from Michal throughout the job, making everything easy including organising the scaffolding and builder. Michal even had the Resene technical person on site to make sure we had the right paint for the job. The cost was reasonable and the painting work of a superb standard. Thank you, Michal for being such a pleasure to work with! I will miss our little chats! — Kerry, Devonport Contact Trusted Painters for a free quote. Limited dates still available for the winter season. Already taking bookings for spring and summer! Book your slot today - don't delay!

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BUILDING & HOME RENOVATION WITH SO RENOVATE

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Restore the value in your plaster clad house If you have a plaster clad house, chances are that this winter you will be having some water tightness issues that you may not know about. Re-cladding is a great way to make sure your home is weather tight and warm next Winter! While dealing with the cladding it is a perfect time to update the look and appeal of your home and add value to your biggest asset.

to look at upgrading your aluminium joinery to double glazing to meet current thermal standards so that you have a warmer and more efficient home.

Re-Cladding doesn’t need to be a daunting prospect. We can help you from concept plans and pricing through to completion of your dream home. We have completed multiple reclads on the Exterior cladding can transform the look of an otherwise outdated Northshore and have a lot of experience working with cladding structure, making it aesthetically appealing and increasing its systems. market value. Each cladding type provides a unique look whether Partnering with So Renovate will take the stress out of Re-Cladding it be pine weatherboard, cedar, abodo or brick. Different materials your property and make it a fun, exciting journey. complement each other and can make your home look more appealing when coming to sell. Recladding is also a great time

FOR A NO OBLIGATIONS CHAT, GIVE US A CALL ON 0800 77 22 66 OR FOR MORE EXAMPLES OF OUR WORK CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE WWW.SORENOVATE.CO.NZ

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ELECTRICAL ADVICE WITH LEWIS RUDALL LAKE ROAD ELECTRICAL

IMMERSE: FOSTER CARE

By George Elisara Director of Operations & Co-Founder

Immerse: Foster Care

By Lewis Rudall, Master Electrician and Director at Lake Road Electrical

George Elisara.

When I reflect on my own childhood, I am aware of the high level of trauma and attachment issues that were present for me. Now as a parent of four beautiful children and one grandaughter, I am amazed at how much my connection, attachment, and relationship with them is flourishing, thanks to TBRI® (TrustBased Relational Intervention®) If you decide to become a foster parent with us here at Immerse, we ensure that you are well equipped, trained, and supported by Immerse to provide a loving, nurturing, and healing home for our children from hard places. Our coaching and training team assist with providing practical tools and strategies for foster parents, parents, caregivers, teachers, or anyone who works directly with children, to help with challenging behaviours. TBRI® is a holistic, attachment-based, evidencebased, and trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. Our training team unpack the principles of Empowering (to address physical needs), Connecting (to meet attachment needs), Correcting (to disarm fear-based behaviours), plus the impact of cultural and intergenerational trauma. The framework is based on years of research into attachment, trauma, and neuroscience. Many children who have experienced trauma can often have changes in their bodies, brains, behaviours, and belief systems. Children impacted by trauma need a holistic caregiving approach and strategies that will meet their unique needs which are often communicated with behaviours such as screaming, whining, and bedtime terrors. Children from hard places often suffer from sensory overload or sensory issues as well. The majority of us have experienced a certain level of trauma, loss, or attachment difficulties in some form during our lifetime. These can cause us to dysregulate, withdraw, isolate, and effectively force us into our “survival” or “primitive” brain, where our fight, flight, freeze or fawn responses live. Applying the right approaches, strategies, and therapy repetitively, in an appropriate environment, enables new neuro pathways to form in the brain, allowing new positive behaviours to emerge, and overall healing for our children and adults. The team and I here at Immerse, would love to help you on your journey to contributing to positively changing the lives of others. For more information about Immerse and becoming a foster parent visit our website: www.immerse.org.nz or email: info@immerse.org.nz

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Lake Road Electrical

Lewis Rudall.

Last month we not only spoke about the psychological effects of lighting, but key features to consider when selecting lighting. Let’s look closely at CRI (Colour Rendering Index) in this month’s edition. With quality lighting, true colours are revealed, textures stand out and finishes have more depth. But achieving natural colours from artificial light sources like LED can be compromised. That's why high CRI lights are recommended. CRI is a measure of how accurate colours look under a light source when compared with sunlight. Rated on a scale of 1-100, CRI indicates how well an artificial light reproduces the colour of the objects it illuminates. The closer the CRI is to 100, the better the lighting source is at rendering colours naturally. The lower the CRI, the more unnatural the colours can look, specially reds and browns (think timber floors).

Standard LEDs have a CRI of 80, meaning they render 80% of the visible colour spectrum the sun produces at the same colour temperature. We suggest downlights with a CRI of over 90 to more accurately render the colours found on a sunny day at noon. Most professional series downlights have 90+CRI, while art series downlights have a high CRI of 97 which makes your art truly stand out. When you chose the right downlights, with a high CRI, your skin tones and décor will appear in their true natural beauty. Book a free downlight trial and see the difference yourself! Visit www.lakerodelectrical.co.nz for more news and tips. Lake Road Electrical is a family-owned business that specialises in residential electrical services. We currently offer 10% off for new customers up to $1000 & $250 off switchboard upgrades. So don’t wait call us now! Phone: 09-242 2204 Text: 0291287494 or email: Lewis@lakeroadelectrical.co.nz

Supporting you both Now and into your future

Residents often tell us that they wish they had made the move to a Ryman retirement village sooner. Making the move while you’re independent allows you to enjoy everything that’s on offer. You also have the peace of mind knowing there is assisted living, resthome, hospital and dementia care onsite. If your partner needs care before you, having already established your home in the village, developed friendships with neighbours and staff, and knowing the village care centre is only a short stroll away will help ease this transition. We’ve got you, both. To find out more about the Ryman Difference please contact Dell or Scott on 445 0909.

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AUDIOLOGY WITH TERESA BURNS

CHILDREN'S HEALTH: KIDZDOCTOR

By Dr Halima Maulidi, Specialist Paediatrician and owner of KIDZDOCTOR, a new paediatric telehealth service.

By Teresa Burns, Doctor of Audiology. Director and owner of Teresa Burns Hearing Ltd.

How to Speak Clearly

Teresa Burns.

Do you have friends or relatives who seem to have problems with their hearing? Or perhaps you have a friend with hearing aids who still doesn’t hear well, especially in noisy situations?

There is a technique called ‘Clear Speech’ which is relatively easy to do and has been shown to result in at least 20% increase in clarity. It really helps, especially for people with hearing problems or when speaking in noisy background situations. • Slow down your speaking rate, with more precise pronunciation. This involves emphasising the beginnings and ends of words. • Raise the volume of your voice slightly, but don’t yell or shout. • Pause between key pieces of information. It’s the pauses which give people time to process the information. • Also, be sure you are face-to-face with your communication partner so they can get facial expressions, gestures, and lipreading cues. • Minimise background noise if possible. Turn down the music and pick a quiet area if possible (ie away from the barista and kitchen and any noisy groups). • Good lighting is important as well – so your listener can see your face. Be sure to avoid a glare from the window or backlighting (sitting with the window behind you) which can put your face in shadows. If you have concerns about a friend or family member’s hearing – encourage them to get a hearing test. If they have hearing loss – get them to try hearing aids and wear them every day! Dr. Teresa Burns is your local hearing expert. She’ll listen to your hearing story and will see you at your appointment – every time.

Keeping children healthy this winter

Winter is known for short days, rain and cold weather. Cold temperatures also bring germs that cause respiratory infections. Keep children healthy during the winter season by following these simple ideas: Wash germs away. One of the most effective ways to prevent catching and spreading germs is hand washing. Remind children to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds, using the five steps to hand washing. Alcohol gel is a suitable alternative when water is not available. Keep children moving. Regular physical activity has many benefits including providing a boost to the immune system. Take family bike rides or walks around our beautiful neighbourhood. Wrap up and go out! In addition to providing exposure to fresh air and vitamin D, studies show that being outdoors in nature also boosts immune defence mechanisms. Make sure your child is appropriately dressed outdoors. As a rule, dress children in one more layer than you would wear. Eat your colours. Offer your child fresh fruit, vegetables, and protein. These foods are high in nutrients that support energy levels and a strong immune system. If your child has a very restrictive diet, incorporate these foods in smoothies as dietary sources of nutrients is best. As a last resort, you may consider a multivitamin supplement for children. Avoid high doses as toxicity can occur with some vitamins. Sleep well. Make sure everyone in your home is getting plenty of rest and quality sleep during the colder months. Tiredness increases susceptibility to infections. Maintain a regular bedtime routine and avoid back-lit devices at least one hour before bedtime. Stay hydrated. Water makes up 65-75% of children's bodies and has many important functions, including protecting against and clearing infections. Give your children a water bottle so they can drink regularly during the day. Primary school children should drink at least a litre of water a day.

Teresa Burns AuD, MNZAS t: 09 475 9849 Location: Inside the Health - I Care Centre 215 Wairau Road, Glenfield, North Shore www.teresaburnshearing.co.nz

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Dr. Halima Maulidi Specialist Paediatrician hmaulidi@kidzdoctor.co.nz

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BUSINESS BUILDERS NORTH SHORE

Introducing Dr Jonny Wade, Bays Chiropractic Dr Jonny Wade from Bays Chiropractic, a graduate of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, is a modern-day chiropractor at the leading edge of his profession. A family man with two children and one on the way, Jonny styles his practice around families and the health benefits that come with chiropractic health care for mum, dad and the children, and also athletes who want to improve their performance or get back onto the field. Outside the clinic Jonny is an active sportsman, engaging in just about everything: cross training, surfing, diving, fishing, stand up paddling, and snowboarding in the colder months. His enthusiasm, energy and obvious love for his profession is contagious; he is a great example of living what he does and what he teaches. In his practice Jonny specialises in non-surgical care for lower back, disc herniation/bulges, chronic or acute, and also the treatment of chronic or acute neck conditions that cause migraines and headaches. He has up-to-the minute Cox Flexion/Distraction tables to facilitate these types of manipulation. He also promotes the prevention of injuries at home or in the workplace through education, ergonomics, exercise, lifting techniques and posture. Incorporating chiropractic care alongside exercise and diet to achieve optimal health and well-being, Jonny uses the full spine, Thompson, Diversified and Gonstead chiropractic techniques. Bays Chiropractic is a modern purpose built, multi-disciplinary clinic featuring four chiropractors, massage therapist, and an acupuncturist, all of whom are ACC registered. It has its own digital X-ray facility, and has abundant onsite parking.

Dr Jonny Wade.

Bays Chiropractic, Mairangi Bay.

Dr Jonathan Wade 516 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630 Office +64 9 478 6578 | Mob +64 21 336 442 Email jonnythechiro@gmail.com Web www.bayschiro.co.nz

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FEATURE INTERVIEW: JOCK MCKENZIE

Jock McKenzie: Rare all-rounder ripping into his sport(s) By Heather Barker Vermeer Jock McKenzie.

Photo by Photosport.

Jock McKenzie.

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Having fun in the Black Clash T20. Photo by Photosport.

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If Sport New Zealand’s current ‘Balance is Better’ philosophy of encouraging less early specialisation needs a poster boy, Heather Barker Vermeer has found the man for the job… Richard John ‘Jock’ McKenzie is a rare breed. Seemingly not since the two-code traversing ‘Double All Black’ Jeff Wilson competed internationally in rugby and cricket has a Kiwi sportsman taken his sporting career simultaneously so far in multiple sports. Low-key, chilled and ‘chipper’, Jock McKenzie is hardly a man on a mission, more a man in the moment. Born and raised on the North Shore, Jock is the youngest of two brothers who both showed sporting promise from an early age. Playing cricket and rugby for local clubs, North Shore Cricket Club and North Shore Rugby Football Club while a pupil at Devonport Primary, Belmont Intermediate, then Westlake Boys’ High, gave Jock his introduction to team sport. Then he took the ball and ran with it. In June, he got his first start for The Blues, after also having been selected for the New Zealand XI cricket squad, after representing, and succeeding, at U19 national level. Dad Grant, a former representative rugby player who played cricket for Northern Districts, has worked as marketing manager for Auckland Rugby Union for over 20 years. He left the Hurricanes to take on the role and the family moved to Devonport shortly before Jock was born. His brother, Gus, was born in Wellington. Mum Karen, a former hockey player, is well-known around North Shore Cricket Club, having expertly delivered its catering for many years before handing over the reins recently to allow her more time to watch her sons’ sports (Gus currently plays first class cricket for Otago Volts). Keeping it local, Jock is studying a BA in Geography and Māori Studies at the University of Auckland and has just finished sitting a

Jock with dad Grant McKenzie. Photo by Photosport.

geography exam when we meet. “It went OK,” is the summary. Last week, the 20 year-old fly-half was running out onto the field to a sold out crowd at Sydney’s Leichhardt Oval in the Blues jersey to take on the Waratahs. It was his first start for the franchise. “I was with them pre-season, and had started from the bench, but starting a game is a different story; you know you’re going to be involved straight away.” And he was, although he is self-critical of his first touch. “I dropped my first ball and thought it was going to be a long night,” he smiles. “But I managed to redeem myself. I reckon I’d probably give myself a pass mark overall. It’s somewhere to start.” A 20-17 win to the Blues.

You’ve got to back yourself. You just have to believe you can do it. Most debutantes might have felt the pressure of being brought in to play alongside decorated internationals in a sell-out Sydney spectacle. “I didn’t really get nervous, even though the crowd was pretty ruthless! I never really have, to be honest. I’m pretty chilled,” he understates. “If I know I’m going to be playing in a game, I like to do my homework.” Such as researching the opposition? “Nah, not really, more reading up on the rules! So I’m 100% up to speed and I don’t have any doubts going on the field.” Which rules he needs to read up on depends. He was about to join the New Zealand XI for a three-match series against the touring Netherlands cricket team when he was called back to the Blues’ training camp. And Covid caught him in between. He brushes off the virus as a minor inconvenience. Lockdown less so. During the 2019/20 season, which was cut short by the Covid pandemic, Jock suffered a stress fracture in his back. “I think I went too hard during lockdown, and it didn’t heal for a while. There was nothing else to do during that time, so I’d be out practising every day. I definitely overdid it. “In 2020, I didn’t play rugby at all, and I didn’t bowl.” The right-arm quick all rounder picked up the bat and worked on developing that side of his game as a result. “Bowling isn’t great for the body at the best of times. I try to do both [batting and bowling], I don’t like standing out in the field not doing much for too long, I guess,” he smiles. Now fully fit, his focus has been solely on rugby for the past few months. The Blues’ training schedule means he’s at the gym or training on the field ‘almost every day’.’ Cricket pre-season training will be the shift following the end of the Super Rugby competition, with the Blues on the brink of a final place when we speak in early June.

Jock in action for the Blues v Waratahs. Photo by Photosport.

In a Kiwi sporting environment that overarchingly emphasises less sports specialisation, and yet in which each sport wants to get the most out of ‘their’ players, has Jock received any push or pull from either side? Simple answer: “No.” He says, “There’s no reason you can’t play both, I don’t think. It’s all about letting the coaches know that this is what you want to do. I’ve tried to make it as chill as possible. Everyone I’ve worked with is all for it. “You’ve got to back yourself. You just have to believe you can do it.” He’s happy in his North Shore neighbourhood and has lived in the same house since he was born. “But I don’t love the traffic! It’s a pretty cool place to live and grow up though. I live close to my mates, I like to go down to the field and kick a ball about and – when there’s no traffic – everything I need is pretty close by.” Not overly impressed with the all-too-familiar local beaches, he prefers to head to the Mount when he can. He dabbles on a surfboard and loves the Mount Manganui beach resort vibe. Jock gained a few fans when he took part in the televised Black Clash invitational T20 back in 2019 as an 18 year-old up-and-comer in both rugby and cricket for the celebrity match-up between the sports. “That was fun,” he laughs. “I sort of knew Graham Henry and he knew I played both sports, so he asked me along. I was pretty lucky to get to take part in that the first time around. Playing alongside Jordie Barrett and Will Jordan and meeting the old guys was fun.” As was hitting former Black Cap Daniel Vettori to the boundary? “Did I?” He laughs. “I can’t really remember. I know I did OK.” Despite being someone, by his own admission, who isn’t fixated on goal setting, Jock has his sights next set on playing first class cricket for Auckland, having now achieved at this level in rugby. “I want to play at a pretty high level at both. I want to play for Auckland Cricket and hopefully play more rugby for the Blues and go forward from there.” Jock’s great grandfather Richard John McKenzie was an All Black, given the nickname ‘Jock’. His great grandson stands on the shoulders of giants and, if you were a betting person, you might be willing to take a punt that this generation’s Jock goes on to emulate his forefather in more ways than one.

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Pupukemoana / Lake Pupuke

Lake Pupuke was formed aproximately 100,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption. The lake has a seasonal sulphide layer that forms at approximately 12-16m, this layer is periodically seen midwater. The lake water quality is often ‘poor’ and the ecology is in poor condition, with few native fish and plants remaining.

Native kāruhiruhi / pied shag Zooplankton are tiny organisms that feed on microscopic algae called phytoplankton Invasive eel grass Invasive Brazilian waterweed

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Illustration by Shaun Lee, Text by Aotearoa Lakes

There is evidence of historic life everywhere, you can see large kākahi / freshwater mussel beds from 7 to 25m deep.

Invasive aquatic plants have now displaced most of our natives. Although pest plants are never better than native vegetation removing them would become even more detrimental (due to how established they are). These species have altered the habitat so natives would not easily regenerate. The invasive plants are now providing important habitat and nutrient uptake.

What goes in the lake? When it rains a range of contaminants enter the lake, for example, fertilisers and pesticides from gardens, soap from car washing, litter and other contaminants from buildings and roads.

Plants stop growing

Sunken boat

Native toitoi / common bully

Boulders and caves

There are some remaining native plants such as stoneworts and water milfoils that can be seen scattered throughout the shallows.

Our native stonewort

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Dead kākahi / freshwater mussels

10m Locally extinct kākahi bed

Native trees provide valuable shade

The lake and birds are healthier when people don’t feed birds

Introduced black swan

Problems in the lake

Native tuna / eels

Pest fish like perch eat small native fish decreasing the quantity of bullies and outcompeting other carnivorous natives like tuna / eels. Juveniles of pest fish often eat zooplankton leading to an increase in the amount of phytoplankton, this can lead to algal blooms.

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Pets in the lake become pests

Excess nutrients causes increased phytoplankton and plant growth leading to an increase in organic material. The decomposition of this organic material reduces the oxygen concentration, which can effect biodiversity.

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BETWEEN WATERWAYS

Lake stratification

The lake has distinct thermal layers of water. The top layer is warmer and still has oxygen exchange from wind, the deeper layers are extremely cold and often have no oxygen.

Don’t fertilise lawns especially when rain is forecast. Don’t wash cars or boats on the lake shore. Picking up litter always helps.

Encourage riparian planting that will absorb nutrients and reduce the amount of sediment entering the lake.

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This spread has been reproduced for Channel courtesy of Pupuke Birdsong Project, a community-based organisation actively engaging in tree planting, predator control, pest plant control, water quality improvement. Lake Pupuke is a volcanic lake that's special and unique, and is struggling to cope under the pressures from pollution, threatening the ecosystems that depend on it. Aotearoa Lakes has been working in Lake Pupuke since 2017 to collect data, the primary goal is to carry out long term water quality and ecology monitoring as well as targeted surveys in collaboration with the Auckland Council. The data collected through this project feeds into the council’s long-term lakes monitoring programme and has led to several novel discoveries. Pupuke Birdsong Project and Aotearoa Lakes developed this poster to educate the community about the pressures this special ecosystem is under and actions that all lake users can take to make a difference. Visit: www.pupukebirdsong.org.nz

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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2022

A fresh approach to local board business

Aidan Bennett chats to his Devonport-Takapuna local board colleague Toni van Tonder about her plans for 2022 and beyond Being a community-minded person I had always thought that at some stage in my life I would serve a term or two on the local board or local council. I reckon it is healthy for people from different walks of life to play a part in the way our city is run. I stood once before and just missed out being elected. In mid-2019 I was concerned about the way our local board was operating, but was hesitant to stand and be rejected once again. Then I ended up bumping in to then Devonport Business Association Manager Toni van Tonder, while filling up the Channel Mag bin at Devonport Wharf. We got talking. We were both concerned about the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board attracting activists, and generally members who were very focused on preventing things happening, rather than making them happen. We both agreed that the local board needed a fresh approach. Members who could work with all sectors to preserve our fantastic lifestyles but also make the bold calls to prepare for the future. As a result of that 10-15 minute chat we decided to stand. From memory we even came up with the name of our ticket during that conversation – ‘A Fresh Approach’. This led to both of us being elected. Fast-forward three years and we have both learnt a great deal about the rough and tumble of local body politics and how the slow wheels of democracy go round. Being the highest polling candidate in 2019 I pushed to be the chair of the board. Being a split board – three of us being for progress and three elected on the back of a campaign against progress – we couldn’t reach an agreement on that point. So the fall-back agreement was to have a split chair. With me taking the role for the first 18 months of the three year term and another new member, fifth-polling Ruth Jackson (who actually lives out of the area in Beach haven), taking the role for the second 18 months. It wasn’t ideal, but as I now know – that’s democracy! While I have enjoyed representing my community as a local board member and have learnt a great deal, I have decided that I won’t be standing for a second term in 2022. I was only ever going to do two terms anyway, but the past two years have changed things dramatically for me. As most will know I have had some health challenges and after the business disruption of Covid-19 my business needs me as well. I plan to keep contributing to the community in other ways, but it won’t be as an elected member of the DevonportTakapuna Local Board. The good news however folks is Toni van Tonder is indeed standing again. And what has made my decision easier is she's bringing with her four fresh new candidates on our ‘A Fresh Approach’ ticket. These people all share our desire of seeing the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board operate in a better way. I knew Toni reasonably well prior to our election to the local board in 2019 and have been hugely impressed with her efforts over the past three years. The young mother of three is a formidable person who really does bring fresh thinking to what has been a stale old board. It would be great to see her elected with her five-strong team in 2022, she would make a fantastic chair and would get things done for the community. I’m excited and will support her campaign in any way I can. I sat down and put these questions to Toni in late June, just as the full A Fresh Approach team was being launched.

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Aidan Bennett and Toni van Tonder at work in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board office.

AIDAN BENNETT: So Toni, first of all I am sorry I am not standing. I have enjoyed the past three years and will miss working with you. I’m thrilled you are sticking with it. What made you decide to run again? TONI VAN TONDER: To be honest Aidan, it was a big decision to make. I’ve found Local Board work to be challenging. The politics and entrenched behaviour continues to get in the way of progress and I’ve felt incredibly frustrated and at times impotent because as you know, the current balance of power hasn’t been in our favour. But, when people I respect in the community seek me out to give thanks for the work I’ve done and the perspective that the two of us have brought to the table, I feel dutybound to continue. A fresh approach to getting things done in our community is still absolutely needed. I see that my job now is to bring new leaders to the table so that when I leave, I’ve left behind a Local Board the community can be proud of. By the way, I’m glad you’re sorry! It definitely won’t be the same without you. AB: What made my decision easier is seeing the quality of the team you have running with you in 2022. They are all good people, represent a cross-section of the community and cover the whole of the local board area as well. You must be thrilled? TVT: Yes, that’s the greatest news I can share. I have an amazing team of five (one more place with your name on it Aidan, if you change your mind!). The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board covers Devonport, Bayswater, Belmont, Hauraki, Takapuna, Milford, Castor Bay, Forrest Hill and Sunnynook. It’s actually a larger geographic area than simply Devonport and Takapuna. These northern suburbs haven’t had great representation before and so I made it my mission to find the best leaders from each of those communities and bring them into the team. Obviously I’m in Narrow Neck/Devonport, but I also have Zane Catterall from Bayswater. Zane will be known to locals as the tikanga and cultural advisor for Restoring Takarunga-Hauraki. One of the things our local board lacks is cultural competency and our relationships with mana whenua are really poor. Zane will be the first candidate standing for the DTLB who speaks te reo māori fluently. He’s a wonderful public speaker and knows so much about ecology and the environment, and

he understands the importance of community. He’s going to be a huge asset to the leadership team and I know the people of Bayswater and Belmont will be delighted to hear that he’s standing. Representing both Takapuna and our local economy is Terence Harpur. Terence is the CEO of the Takapuna Beach Business Association and he really does an amazing job. It was interesting for me to step into the Local Board role after having been the Manager of Devonport’s town centre, because I got to see how each town centre Manager does their job and compare it to my own efforts. Terence is remarkable for the passion, professionalism and strategic approach he brings to his role. He understands what drives the local economy and following what has been an incredibly difficult time for local businesses, this is an increasingly important perspective to have on the Board. Not only has he been an active member of the community for many years, he's also produced loads of community events and is the current Deputy Chair of Eventfinda Stadium and a founding board member of Project Employ, a disability charity. He’s a father to two beautiful young children and has another on the way, so this is going to be an exciting year for him. My next team member Peter Allen, is also going to bring an awesome perspective to the Local Board, and he will be the first Milford representative the Board has seen for many years. I first met Pete when he assisted me to deliver major events in Devonport town centre. Pete’s business Seven Events has been delivering iconic events in our community for a very long time. You might know him from the hugely popular Christmas by the Lake. He was first recommended to the Milford Business Association by Sir Stephen Tindall, as he had been working for the Warehouse group for years and is so highly respected. Pete’s a genuine good guy. He’s an amazing listener, he’s thoughtful, practical and unflappable. I’m pretty keen to see if working on the Local Board will get a rise out of him, because I’ve never, ever seen him lose his cool. His wife Kirsten teaches at Westlake Girls, and they’ve lived

in the area with their two children for 12 years. He’s looking forward to advancing some of the key issues Milford has been raising with us for some time. Finally our last team member is a well known person in the Sunnynook Community, Melissa Powell. Mel is so qualified for this role with a Master’s in human rights and a long experience working in the not-for-profit, youth and disability sectors in Management roles. She has a real passion for making spaces safer and accessible for all. I’m going to learn so much from her and can’t wait to have her at the table beside me. Mel’s got two teenage children, one at Westlake Boys and one at Uni. She and her husband have been in the ‘nook’ for many, many years, so I know that community will feel so delighted to have one of their own at the table. So you’re right, we’re an awesome team of local leaders who bring real world experience in governance, finance, community development, environmentalism and an understanding of matauranga māori. Importantly, we represent the whole of the local board area, so I’m excited about moving ahead with these great people. AB: You must agree that the 3-3 split of the local board has been pretty frustrating this term? You will obviously be keen to see a majority of like-minded people elected with you for this term so you can work constructively with local board and council staff for the good of the community? TVT: The 3-3 split is impossible and my observation is it’s impossible for Council staff to navigate. We really need seven members on the Local Board so that decisions aren’t always made with the casting vote of the Chair. It’s important to remember though Aidan, that even in my team we have different ideas. You and I had different ideas on occasion over these last few years. That’s ok. We all bring different thinking and world views to the table. The one thing that always united you and me, and now also my new team, is that we’re future focused. Auckland is

The ‘A Fresh Approach’ team standing for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in the 2022 elections. From left, Toni van Tonder, Terence Harpur, Zane Catterall, Peter Allen and Melissa Powell.

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A FRESH APPROACH: INTERVIEW WITH TONI VAN TONDER

changing rapidly and we’re not here to pretend we can keep things as they are forever. We want to usher in the change and find the opportunity. We want the best outcomes we can get along the way. We also have the same rules of engagement – open, honest dialogue and an understanding that we’re not the experts. We’re all willing to shift our stake in light of the facts. AB: What has frustrated me is the old thinking of members around some of the key issues in our area. Lake Road, the redevelopment of our town centres and unwillingness to think creatively around key infrastructure investment for the future. I know you have some great ideas about these things? TVT: I’m not really one to bury my head in the sand and ignore the facts. Council is cash-strapped. Our Local Board area is not set to get any additional funding for a very long time. Yet the list of capital improvements our community wants to see continues to grow. I’m totally pragmatic and understand the need to optimise assets that are no longer serving our community. Selling those assets to release the funds to deliver future projects is an ideological perspective that I favour. Why have empty buildings that are growing dilapidated when we can instead put the money towards capital investments like the Wairau Estuary Boardwalk Project, or the Francis-Esmonde walking and cycling link? We are so lucky in our local board area that we have generous residents who also want to see an improvement in our facilities. By creating private-public partnerships, we’re able to expediate these improvements. It takes good relationship skills and creative thinking to do this and I can think of two really great opportunities where this might happen if we do it right. The problem is, with the wrong thinking on the Board, barriers start to go up and the private part of the partnership gets lost. Then we all lose. AB: During this term I have discovered aspects not being well looked after by Auckland Council. Despite being huge contributors rate-wise to the city we’re not always getting our fair share. It is an issue that needs to be addressed by the local board. What will your approach be to ensuring this problem is tackled? TVT: Sadly I think that due to our history of thumping our fists on the table saying ‘don’t sell anything (even dilapidated vacant buildings that bring no community benefit), but invest in this, this and this, oh and this…’ our message is being ignored. We’re sounding a little entitled. We have two ward Councillors and they have the hard task of trying to convince the other 18 Councillors that we’re being reasonable. Again, I think we need to be more pragmatic. We need to strongly advocate for the most important things our community has been asking for (and these need to be about future proofing our area), and find our own solutions to problems when we can. We also need to build relationships around the Governing Body table. If you don’t have your two Councillors on your speed dial, then there’s a problem. AB: You have expressed a desire to be the chair if elected again. So what will the key focus Chair van Tonder led board be? TVT: As an aside, I hope my husband doesn’t read this, I haven’t shared this part of the plan with him! There’s quite a few focus areas for my team. The joy of bringing a team to the table is that we can divide and conquer rather than work separate to one another and spread ourselves thin. We’re keen to look closely at Sunnynook and investigate whether the town centre can be put forward for urban regeneration to prepare it for the huge amounts of intensification and growth it’s experiencing. We’re concerned with the impacts covid has had on Takapuna and Devonport town centres in particular and want to support them on their journey to economic recovery. We are passionate about the natural environment and want to find more opportunities to connect community through volunteering

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and restoration. Three years ago we were offered the opportunity to fund bike hubs and sustainable neighbourhood programmes. I’d like to see this revisited. The Milford estuary boardwalk project has been sitting there for years waiting to be funded. Again, if we can find a way to release some capital, we’re keen to get that one over the line. We want to restore our relationship with local iwi and I feel so grateful that Zane on our team will be able to bring his skills and understanding to help us do this. I personally have a passion for sport and am keen to help the Devonport based Rugby and Cricket clubs fully realise their aspiration to increase female participation, create indoor cricket wickets and open up the Devonport Domain. I’m working on a private-public partnership to create a future-fit sports hub at Woodall Park and there’s another opportunity to improve the facilities at the Takapuna Football club alongside locals there. After years of lockdown, the best thing any one of us can do, whether young or old, is participate in sports and recreation. The physical, social and mental wellbeing associated with physical activity is undeniable. I want to see more people outside, enjoying our environment and using their bodies, connecting with each other and enjoying our natural assets. AB: I know you get a kick out of seeing projects you have pushed and advocated strongly for come to fruition. That is something that’s very rewarding about being a local board member. What DTLB projects excite you going forward? TVT: Yes, that’s the stuff that makes you want to stay in the job! I’m so, so happy to have approved the development of Waiwharariki, Anzac Square. This is going to be a game changer for Takapuna and I know when my kids are grown up and hopefully living and working in that square, they’ll tell their mates that if it hadn’t been for their mum, they wouldn’t be living this awesome life in this incredible location. I’m super delighted that over the last three years Healthy Waters have massively improved the water quality at Milford Beach and Castor Bay. This was such a giant election issue in 2019 and it’s been the one thing all local board members were unified in improving. Last Christmas the permanent long term water quality warning was removed from the Wairau Estuary Outlet on Milford Beach. It had been in place in 2010! Because of our advocacy and because of our amazing Healthy Waters staff who understood the importance of this issue for our community, we’ve done excellent work in this space. I’m in love with the new Milford toilet and changing room block and am equally delighted that the parents of Sunnynook won’t be sending their kids into the bushes for an emergency wee at Tonkin playground for much longer. I’m most looking forward to seeing the Lake Road corridor improvement. You and I did a lot of advocacy behind the scenes, along with our Councillors, to ensure the money remained in place to deliver this. Our Local Board didn’t support the proposed upgrade that had been consulted on and following the emergency budget, we were pretty close to losing the funding to the Glenvar Road improvement because that project had strong political support, whereas ours didn’t. AB: What do you love about the local board member role? TVT: Having a position of influence is a huge privilege. It’s also a massive responsibility and it requires a lot of listening and learning. I love having the opportunity to be constantly learning. Learning from different members of the community and learning from our expert staff. The last three years has been a huge learning curve for me and I’ve shifted my thinking on a number of issues because of it. AB: What does Toni van Tonder do to relax? TVT: I’m an active relaxer, which is good news because our three school-aged children don’t give us much opportunity to put our feet up. I ensure I get an hour each day to exercise, and if I can carve out 30 minutes of reading before bed time, I’m living my best life.

COUNCIL TALK: RICHARD HILLS

DEVONPORT NEWS

With Councillor Richard Hills, North Shore representative on Auckland Council.

Investing in our infrastructure and community assets

Devonport Community News for this month with Nigel Bioletti, Trust Manager, Devonport Peninsula Trust Richard Hills.

We are making significant investments into infrastructure and community assets across the North Shore and Auckland. This is despite the continued Covid-related impacts on our budget, workforce recruitment and supply chain issues. Rates make up around 38% of Auckland Council revenue; we thank you for that significant contribution to the improvements to our community. Bus infrastructure improvements. Last month we celebrated the completion the busway extension from Constellation Station to Albany and the complete upgrade and expansion of the Constellation Station including a new platform and overbridge. Partner this with the platform extensions at the Smales Farm station and you get significant service improvements that speed up the whole busway from the city centre to Albany and provide for easier and safer journeys. Auckland Transport is also improving and installing many new shelters around our neighbourhoods. The Lower Albert bus terminal which serves many Shore bus services will be completed over the next few months with new seating, large weatherproof shelters, CCTV and digital timetables to improve the experience for your trip home. With 50% off fares until at least the end of August, this is a great time to try out new routes or services or spend the whole day travelling around by public transport for a maximum of $10 with your AT Hop card. Water infrastructure. Our programme of water quality upgrades has been making a real difference for our beaches and waterways and will continue to do so in the future. Identifying and fixing issues in the Takapuna, Milford and Castor Bay catchments has reduced contamination in these areas. We have completed a five-million-dollar renewal of the wastewater pipes and manholes along Takapuna Beach. Similar is happening in Shakespeare Road to reduce overflows into the Wairau Estuary. This builds on the improvements that allowed us to remove the permanent 'no swim' warning that has been in place for decades. Te Ara Awataha (the Northcote Greenway) and the Greenslade Dry Pond are large works underway, which will prevent flooding in the area improve stormwater filtration and provide good quality green spaces for locals. This complements other stormwater upgrades in Hillcrest, Birkenhead and Birkdale. Footpath and road renewals. You may have noticed many upgrades to footpaths and roads across the Shore. This is done via a list of priority projects but also in response to requests. I receive many requests for footpath improvements and Auckland Transport has been very receptive to prioritising and upgrading the worst examples first and stretching the budget to do more. Please feel free to send more my way. Misinformation on cycling infrastructure. No, we have not funded a $2 billion cycling plan. The Auckland Transport budget allocated to the cycling business case projects is $306 million over ten years; this is less than 1% of the $32 billion transport budget. This was consulted on in 2021 as part of the RLTP and supported by ALL councillors and local boards. I am sure many Aucklanders who cycle or wish it was safer to cycle would like to see more spent, but this is simply the Auckland Transport list of projects that would get us to 7% of total trips being on bikes. Any major change to Auckland Transport’s $306m cycling budget would be consulted on in the next Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP) in 2024.

Devonport in July

Nigel Bioletti.

Farewell to Maria – Maria Teape was farewelled on May 26th, at Stanley Club, with many, many people thanking her for all that she had done for the peninsula community over the past ten years, for the way she had worked with its people, the trustees, and the staff, and wishing her well for the future. Here is Maria, with husband Nigel, after she had been presented with a beautiful pounamu, blessed by local kaumatua, Ngahiwi Walker. Introducing Abby Jones, our new Devonport Peninsula Trust Community Events Manager. Abby lives on the peninsula, has two young children, has Abby Jones. been a business partner in Devonport, has been involved in corporate event management, and is now well involved in the Playcentre organisation. We are looking forward to working with Abby, and know that she will continue Maria’s excellent work. Recent events: The “Pedal to the Pump Track” event was a great success. Rotary, Bike Devonport, and the Trust combined to bring this celebration of the pump track to the community. The Trust congratulates all involved in creating this fun place for youngsters and their parents, and thanks Bike Devonport for helping bring youngsters from across the Peninsula to the event. Thanks also go to Auckland Transport for their support. Mid-winter dip. It was a beautiful morning on Sunday 19th for this annual event – the fine weather having been summoned by local Druid, Chris Mullane. Over two hundred people took the plunge, including a lady from Onehunga, who travels to Devonport each year in order to “take the plunge”. The Trust thanks Suzanne Stickney for helping bring the event to fruition, Jeremy Schmid, from The Officer’s Mess for supplying delicious pumpkin soup, 1st Devonport Venturers for supplying a sausage sizzle, and of course, the Druid. Some photos of the ‘brave and bold”.

Feel free to continue to contact me about local issues on Richard.hills@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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LOCAL LIFE NZ

Local Life

In Channel Magazine we love highlighting people in our community who make a difference. Two local Devonport peninsula people, Kate and Lauren, have created ‘Local Life NZ’ a social media entity doing similar online. We love what they do, so we’re now collaborating with them to include content in Channel Mag. This month they profile Ann, Kate and Terehia.

Ann

Kate

“I do love making pots and making people happy. I do love business – I can’t help myself.” Ann owned a number of successful cafes in Sydney, but she was a potter long before she got into hospitality. She started Corelli’s in Devonport on her return to New Zealand in 2010, after hankering Ann O'Sullivan. for a place where she could have a coffee after 3pm. She grew it with the knowledge that she wanted to do something different. “The fun is getting something going and making a place where the community can gather,” she says. She was always a little nervous about putting her pottery in the café, but people grew to love it. First it was the plates, and then people demanded to drink out of handmade cups. “There was no handmade experience in a cup from Briscoes,” she says. She believes people are more mindful of what they spend their money on now, and they love to know the story behind what they’ve bought. Whether it’s anchors, crowns, Virgin Marys, yellow-eyed penguins or Miffy, Ann puts a bit of what she loves into everything she makes. Ann originally hails from the West Coast of the South Island, but says that “Devonport’s the only place in New Zealand worth living in now”. — Ann O’Sullivan, Potter, https://annosullivanpottery.co.nz

“Your home is a reflection of who you are. My passion is to help people figure out what they love and how to incorporate that in their space. “When I style people’s houses, I think the ones that capture my imagination are those filled with things that have a story, items that evoke a memory. Your home should make you smile. “Bring on the blankets. Keep one close at hand – on the arm of a couch or the end of your bed. Layer Kate Alexander. them together and use them to bring a change in colour, vibe and texture. “Alter the hue. Colour goes a long way to setting the mood of space. In winter we crave cosy and warm, but we equally long for light and bright. Consider painting a room in a way that makes the most of its natural light - in darker rooms opt for either a deep tone, or a pale tone - avoid the in-between shades. “Nurture with nature. We don’t get outside as much in winter so bring some of it inside -- whether it’s a plant, a bowl of sea glass, or the odd piece of driftwood or beach-combed object on top of a book. And be sure to check in with your plants – they need love too.” — Kate Alexander, Interior Designer, Places & Graces Interior Design https://www.placesandgraces.com

Terehia

Tēnā koutou katoa, Ko Terehia Walker ahau, I am a Māori Italian, No Ngapuhi, TeAtiawa me Tainui oku iwi. “My passion is to walk alongside our non-Māori people in our community and to help them to look at our whenua, maunga and waters through a Māori lens. Te Ao Māori is for everyone. When we change our Western goggles and put on Te Ao Māori goggles, we can work together on our health and wellbeing in a new way. “I had a karanga to give back to my community when I retired from Harbour Hospice and it’s been so beautiful engaging with everyone in our classes and listening to how their perspectives are shifting. “Now when they look at Maunga Uika or Takarunga, they don't just see a maunga or a big pile of dirt. They see the spiritual connection with Papatūānuku. When they look at the grass, they don't say that's just the grass we've got to cut it. They see the korowai (cloak) of the whenua of the earth and how we should look after it. They don't see a native plant now and go, that's just a native plant. They actually see it's something we Terehia Walker. can live by. It can be sustainable and we can eat edible plants like kawakawa and horopito. “All these new perspectives really lift my heart because it's something that’s so valuable. I’m going to keep walking alongside my local community sharing my world of Te Ao Māori, and working to bring my two communities together hohonu ake te marama (in deeper understanding).” — Terehia Walker Terehia volunteers for Restoration Takarunga Hauraki, Devonport Peninsula Trust, Depot Art Space and The Devonport Business Association. She also leads workshops in local schools. In June Terehia co-led lantern-making workshops for Devonport’s Puanga Matariki Celebrations If you have a story you would like to share or know of a local hero, contact Kate Dobbin & Lauren Lulu Taylor at hello@localifenz.com Follow Local Life NZ on Facebook and Instagram – @LocalLifeNZ

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DEVONPORT BUSINESS ASSOCIATION: NEWS

By Katherine Downs Devonport Business Improvement District Manager

Shining a light on Devonport’s heritage

By Justine Kinsella, Marketing & Activations Manager

Katherine Downs.

We are currently showing off some of our best assets in Devonport village with a stunning light display. Highlighting our heritage buildings, the lights went on with a huge cheer at the conclusion of our day of Puanga Matariki celebrations on June 25th. They’ve been lighting up our lives ever since. Our buildings have special significance in Auckland’s urban landscape, as a uniquely concentrated collection of Edwardian and Victorian beauties with a sprinkle of Art Deco. As locals, we tend to take them for granted as we rush to the pharmacy and dash to grab takeaways, but the lights have reminded us all just how special and beautiful they are. Hopefully you have or will take the opportunity to come down to Devonport before July 10th, have an evening stroll through the village and stay for dinner to enjoy the ambience. Alternatively, do our Heritage Audio Tour during the day at any time of the year. Listen to character-filled anecdotes of music so loud that it blew the fuses at The Esplanade, monkeys in the village, and raucous kids bringing the movies to a grinding halt at The Vic. It's a fantastically entertaining way to explore Devonport, is very easy to access and can be enjoyed at your own pace. Simply go to www.devonport.co.nz on your phone, scroll down, pop your headphones on and hit play! Couldn't be easier.

Our buildings have special significance in Auckland’s urban landscape… Scattered throughout the interiors of our boutique stores are reminders of its rich history. Vic Road Wine Bar and Cellar has made a feature of the wooden shelving from its decades as Thompson’s Shoes. It’s well worth a stop to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the superbly curated wine collection paired with gourmet small bites. Perfect for a wintery afternoon. Or duck into The Patriot for a pint and relax in a cosy nook that housed the bank vault during its former life as the local branch of the Bank of New Zealand. Check out their weekly Tuesday Quiz Night, Live Comedy Night on the first Saturday of the month and Live Music on the second Saturday of the month. Prefer ice cream? The Vic's hand-rolled ice creams are the icing on the cake of their heritage cinema experience. Personally, a choc-dipped boysenberry ice cream makes every movie a 10/10 for me! A must-see in July is ‘The Phantom of the Open’, the true story of Maurice Flitcroft, a crane operator from Barrow-in-Furness who qualified for the 1976 British Open, despite never before playing a round of golf. The heritage buildings in the main street of Devonport will be lit up daily 5:30pm - 10:00pm. Final night, Sunday July 10th - a sight not to be missed! Devonport is YOUR seaside escape www.devonport.co.nz

DEVONPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE: NEWS

Devonport Community House

Justine Kinsella.

We're so excited to bring you our Matariki family fun day in July! – Fun for the whole family from 1pm-4pm on Saturday 2nd July. We have Nanogirl slime-making (make and then see your slime glow in our special Matariki dark room!), face painting, giant star colouring and more. Don't miss out!

We have an amazing July school holiday programme lined up so book fast as there are limited places available. For further details including the link to book, head to our website www.devonportcomhouse.com

Don't forget to check out our timetable for classes and workshops. There's something for everyone! We'd also love to speak with you if you're thinking about starting your own class, activity or club. We have the space and facilities available down on the peninsula to bring your ideas to life. Come and chat with us any time! Devonport Community House, Clarence Street, Devonport (09) 445 3068 www.devonportcomhouse.co.nz info@devonportcomhouse.co.nz

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Our very own “Good Sort” Pippa Plummer At Kristin, every Year 10 student embarks on an extended Community Project focused on giving back to the community by offering time and service. Four years ago, Pippa Plummer began a Community Project that would have been enormous for anyone, let alone a 14-yearold. Pippa launched a Warkworth branch of a nationwide charity called Good Bitches Baking, a network of people who show kindness to those in their communities going through tough times by baking them delicious treats. Pippa heard an advertisement for Good Bitches Baking on the radio and thought it was the perfect project for someone who loved baking and wanted to connect with others.

Four years later and now a Prefect at Kristin, Pippa's role has changed a little and she now has a support 'volunteer' helping her coordinate the monthly roster of volunteer bakers and drivers, thanks to the growth of her project.

Pippa Plummer.

Pippa said she was initially "pretty terrified" but received a lot of support from the Good Bitches national office. Her charity branch distributed its first baking efforts to the Warkworth Wellsford Hospice. Four years later and now a Prefect at Kristin, Pippa's role has changed a little and she now has a support 'volunteer' helping her coordinate the monthly roster of volunteer bakers and drivers, thanks to the growth of her project. Over the last four years, Pippa’s efforts have resulted in "362 boxes or 7,240 'moments of sweetness' in the community. Each box is valued at $92.50 in terms of volunteer time, ingredients and fuel. That's a volunteer contribution of $33,485 to the social economy of Warkworth during that time”. When asked what drives her commitment, Pippa says, “It's really heart-warming and uplifting to see the impact on both the

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people receiving the baking and also the volunteers too. It creates a strong sense of community, and I feel grateful to work with a diverse range of amazing volunteers with similar values." Recently Pippa extended her effort to the Kristin School community. Her initiative, 'Dessert Doves', provides baking for families experiencing challenging times, working alongside our Food Angels, who offer savoury meals. In her last year of secondary school, Pippa says she may have to give up her position while at university but will always be a "Good Bitch at heart". We are confident she will return to the Good Bitches as soon as she has her own kitchen! If you'd like to learn more about Good Bitches Baking, or become a volunteer, visit www.gbb.org.nz

Lucia Amos and Nikolina Stulich.

Gemma Dalton and Allie Brebner.

Rebuilding a forest... one plant at a time Three of Kristin’s Year 8 classes visited Hosking Reserve in Albany, where we planted some native trees and grasses to help rebuild a forest. This is great for wildlife, and every little step counts when it comes to conservation! We planted around 1,400 trees and grasses, which is amazing! We all really enjoyed it because it gave us the opportunity to get out into the community and care for our environment, as well as completing some William Pike service hours. For the William Pike Challenge, Year 8s must complete 20 hours of community service and 20 hours of a passion project. We are very grateful to everyone who helped organise this experience! — Written by Bella Hales

Wheelchair basketball Year 10 Sport Studies students are this term doing a unit on diversity in sport. Here the students explore all elements of diversity from disability, gender, sexism, race and culture, looking at the elements from these that contribute to society and sport related events. A group from Parafed Auckland are conducting workshops with each class, focusing on wheelchair basketball. This gives the students an opportunity to experience and explore not only what it is like to be in a wheelchair but also to be actively involved playing sport. The students thoroughly enjoyed this eye-opening opportunity, taking much away from the day.

Kristin Students Wheelchair Basketball.

Endangered species planted at Kristin Epilobium hirtigerum isn't a species you may recognise. Its "common" name, the Hairy Willow Herb, isn't that common either. Why? It's a critically threatened native plant and is as rare as the kakapo. On Thursday our Roots and Shoots tree planting club was given the privilege of planting 12 in our school Lucas Creek bush area. Derek from Kaipatiki Project donated the plants to us last year, as they were rescued from a development project in Hobsonville Point. We've been watering and caring for them ever since. Now that planting season is upon us, students loved the opportunity to 'release' these special plants into our school bush area. We'll do our best to help them thrive at Kristin. However, it would seem they are highly 'temperamental' – hence the endangered status... we'll be crossing our fingers!

Year 7 tree planting volunteers 'release' the Epilobium into Kristin’s Lucas Creek area.

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EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Cole Johns.

Charlie Dalton in action.

Sports Selections Volleyball Selection Rosmini College’s Sports Captain, Charlie Dalton, has just returned to the school after having been in Thailand representing New Zealand at the Asia Pacific Beach Volleyball Championship. After three fantastic wins Charlie made it to the quarter finals. A superb effort, and Charlie is one to watch for the future.

Water Polo Selection Rosmini College’s Duty Head Boy, Cole Johns, has been selected for the New Zealand U19 Men's water polo team which has travelled to Serbia’s Belgrade to compete in the Youth World Championships. Congratulations on this brilliant achievement Cole!

Basketball Selection Rosmini College Year 11 student Julius Halaifonua has flown to Doha with the New Zealand U17 National team to compete in July’s U16 FIBA Asia Cup. Congratulations Julius!

Virtual Merienda On Saturday 28th May a group of 51 Kiwi and Indonesian-Kiwi Rosmini College students gathered in Barangay Kahoy (the Health Studies classroom) to host a Virtual Merienda (a virtual snack) with students from Surabaya in Indonesia. These students all met up online for a 90-minute exchange in which the New Zealand students shared the legends of Maui and were, in turn, treated to stories about Indonesia's legends. Rosmini College’s Head of Health Studies, Mr Geoff Wood says, “For the Rosmini College Indonesia-Kiwi students the exchange provided an excellent opportunity for them to reconnect with their home country, and Kiwis, unfamiliar with Indonesia, gained insight and friendship.”

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Julius Halaifonua.

EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Mamma Mia, how could we resist you! The TGS version of Mamma Mia! was a hit. More than 130 students enjoyed time on stage and all our performers shone like stars. Closing night saw the theatre packed out, with the audience treated to an encore of song excerpts, and our 1st XV giving a bone-rattling post-show haka.

Current and former TGS athletes in 2022 Commonwealth Games Team Congratulations to current Year 12 student Maggie Squire, for being selected to represent New Zealand in diving at the upcoming Jacko Gill. Imogen Ayris. Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Maggie will be the youngest member of the entire travelling team! Former students Jacko Gill (shot put) and Imogen Ayris (pole vault) have also been selected.

TGS Rugby pays respect to Sean Wainui and whānau A private invitation was extended to the Wainui whānau from this year’s 1st XV group and former players to come back to TGS and reconnect with old friends, teachers and the school community. Kaikōrero Heath Barrett (vice-captain) acknowledged respect for Sean, who passed away in 2021, and gifted his whanau a #13 playing jersey and framed photo of Sean playing for the school.

Takapuna Grammar School Open Evening You are welcome to attend our Open Evening Thursday 28 July in Te Poho school hall. Two sessions will be held at 4.00pm and 5.30pm 5.30pm. Each session will begin with a presentation from our Principal followed by a school tour. We look forward to meeting you soon.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Train to be a teacher with us! Deciding to leave your current career and embark on a new one is a big decision – particularly when you factor in retraining in your chosen new field. This leap of faith has been made easier for those wanting to train as a teacher thanks to the Auckland Secondary Schools’ Programme for teacher training (ASSP). The ASSP offers a brilliant solution for new graduates and career changers – on-site teacher training at a local high school with your university fees paid for and a $10,000 stipend paid to you while you train. David Ferguson, Headmaster of Westlake Boys’ High School says, "This programme offers a pathway for people who have always considered teaching as a career possibility but weren’t sure how they could make the move. We're really interested in people who have worked in other jobs and are looking to change careers, as well as graduates from a wide range of disciplines.” Twenty-three teacher trainees, aged from mid-20s to over 50, are taking part in the scheme this year, with 21 participating Auckland schools. The ASSP model gives teacher trainees the advantage of training on-the-job, alongside outstanding teachers and mentors, giving them first-hand experience of the full breadth of school life. While training, they complete their post-graduate teacher’s diploma online through the University of Waikato. If you would like to find out more, visit www.schoolbasedtraining.org Sidah Russell – teacher trainee 2022 I am halfway through the ASSP Programme, which is a partnership between 21 Auckland secondary schools and Waikato University. It is unique because you are embedded 2022 Teacher Trainee Sidah Russell. full-time in your school, while also studying full-time online. Being immersed in school life at Westlake Boys has brought so many advantages. At the end of this year, I know I will be a better, more confident firstyear teacher than I could ever have been doing a more traditional postgrad teaching qualification. Making the decision to shelve a 20-year career in journalism, corporate and government communications was a huge decision. At a recent catch-up with old colleagues, I mused that teaching is not actually that different from communications – but now I only ask myself one question - “How can I best communicate this concept in a way my students will understand and find interesting?” Trust me, that is a breath of fresh air after juggling the politics of diplomacy at my last job with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. At the halfway point, I am really happy with my decision to retrain. I know I have been enormously lucky to be based at Westlake Boys where they absolutely wrap their new teachers in support. I learn so much from being in the school full-time, and that’s the best thing about becoming a teacher – every day is a day to learn something new.

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Lance Dunne – First-year teacher 2022 and teacher trainee 2021 I was a radio announcer for 15 years and a tutor at the New Zealand Radio Training School when I saw the opportunity to join the schoolbased teacher trainee programme. I thoroughly enjoyed the full-immersion experience and First-year teacher Lance Dunne, who trained at the daily classroom Westlake Boys last year. interaction at Westlake Boys. It provided me the opportunity to be in classrooms from day one observing and learning from an amazing mentor and other experienced teachers. I believe the programme gave me a well-rounded and full learning experience in the teaching profession. These are skills that I am now happy to be putting into practice as a first-year teacher at Westlake Boys. I would thoroughly recommend the programme to anyone thinking of a career change to the teaching profession. Keryn McAlpine – First-year teacher 2022 and teacher trainee 2021 Before embarking on a teaching career, my professional background was varied - I dabbled in banking, broadcasting, fitness coaching, and small business ownership whilst raising my two First-year teacher Keryn McAlpine, who trained children. Whilst at Westlake Boys last year. studying for a Masters in Philosophy, I took on a contracting role teaching a healthy relationships programme in secondary schools across Auckland. It was during this time that I discovered a love for teaching and decided to take the next step in my career. I stumbled upon an article advertising the Auckland Schools Partnership Programme and the rest, as they say, is history. Being fully immersed at Westlake Boys has given me the opportunity to ground my learning in a practical setting. Coming into my first official teaching year after completing this course I feel ahead of the game in some ways. Established in a supportive school community from day one enabled me to hit the ground running with confidence as a first-year teacher. It is a privilege to have had this opportunity and I recommend this course to anyone considering a career change or looking to explore teaching in a way that extends theory into practice throughout the study process. It has been a challenging but ultimately rewarding experience and one of the best decisions I have ever made.

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EDUCATION: RANGITOTO COLLEGE

Rangitoto College holds its annual Kotahitanga Day for 2022 After the many challenges that Covid-19 has brought over the last few years, Rangitoto College was delighted to be able to hold Kotahitanga Day for our Year 9 cohort. Kotahitanga represents unity, togetherness, and solidarity of people—which is what we hope for this day to encourage and build in our Year 9s, their teachers, their Peer Support Leaders, and in Rangitoto College. Preparation began in Term 1 with the creation of class chants and flags. Team spirit was on full display on the day itself. Beginning with a karakia and run-through of the day, the first activities kicked off at 9:30am. Each activity round was 20 minutes, with 24 groups rotating through 12 activities, designed to build teamwork and communication among students. Kotahitanga Day is often a highlight for our Year 9 students and Year 13 Peer Support Leaders with activities throughout the day such as acid river, hole in the bucket, tarp flip, and tug of war. Long jump and volleyball were favourites among the many stations which promoted healthy competition between classes and the Blue, Red

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and White houses, led by Year 9 Deans, Kate Gale, Simon GabionSheehan, and Ryan Borthwick. Red house came out on top at the end of the day, with 9CA from Blue house taking the title of top scoring tutor class. There were also special awards given to students throughout the day who represented our school values of pride, respect, integrity, courage, and excellence. Year 13 Peer Support Leader Ethan Rawlings said, “I was able to have a great day with my class that I’ve got to know, led, and looked after for weeks. It was an amazing experience.” This shows the value of this day, not only for the Year 9s but also for the Year 13s who were leading these students and developing strong mentoring bonds across the school community. We cannot wait for our next Kotahitanga Day in 2023. Thank you to our Year 9 Deans and Senior Leadership Team, the Year 13 Peer Support Leaders, Year 9 Tutor Teachers, Head Students, Cultural and Sports Leaders, teacher-helpers on the activity stations, and of course our 2022 Year 9 students who made this day the best it could possibly be.

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Celebrating Samoan Language Week in Style Our wonderful students organised a fantastic range of activities to celebrate Samoan Language Week in June. There was a picture frame that did the rounds of the school, a Kahoot on all things Samoan, a fun game of Lape on the turf and a treasure hunt. The theme for this year’s Samoan Language Week was: Fa’aāuāu le Folauga i le Va’a o Tautai – Continue the Voyage with Competent Wayfinders of the Ocean. 2022 is a significant year for the Samoan community, as it is the 60th anniversary of Samoan independence. Malo fa’afetai to the students who organised the week: Ava Jericevich, Demielle Onesemo, Christabelle Onesemo, Sienna McKinley, Jazelle Brown, Makeleta Tuipulotu and Elizabeth Mataafa. Lape photos by Alison Fan, Year 12

It’s all go at Westlake! With gathering restrictions lifted, it’s been a full-on term at WGHS! Along with our Choir concert, school production, Whānau Evening, NCEA Information Evening, Korean Night, Chinese Night and swimming sports, we’ve also had curricular activities such as a visit from the Delta Dog Unit, Food Tech students selling street food, our Year 13 health students exploring different health options, and the annual opening of the student-run Golden Swan Café. Just to name a few! We’ve also had some outstanding sports results, and we are busy gearing up for our Board elections in September. You can read more about all of these events and activities in our school newsletter available on our website: teroto.nz.

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EDUCATION: CARMEL COLLEGE

The SAVE group with their decorated cupcakes.

Carmel College students playing a chopsticks game.

Open Afternoon for new students in 2023

Poi making.

“When I first came here, I was timid and shy but look at me now – I’m talking to all of you." This was part of the presentation from Piper, one of the Year 7 students who spoke at our Open Afternoon recently. In a little over 14 short weeks, Piper and Defne were confident enough to talk to a hall full of parents and potential 2023 students about their experiences of coming to Carmel at the beginning of this year. This Open Afternoon event marked a milestone for 2022 – our first large gathering of people, mainly for those who are not yet part of the Carmel community. We had all the health and safety precautions in place and we were overwhelmed with the number of eager attendees. Not only were we able to showcase our usual curriculum offerings, but we added something different this year: the students showcasing their own offerings. Our college has a culture of student initiatives and one of the main initiatives is School Clubs. The Culture Club group was teaching how to write names in Korean; the K-pop group not only performed their own choreographed dance routines, but showed how the older students were teaching the younger ones; the Kapa Haka group demonstrated poi; and the SAVE Environmental group creatively decorated cupcakes.

At Carmel, We Believe. We Believe in honouring our Mercy heritage and the pioneering women who laid the foundation for the opportunities we are now given. In honouring these traditions, we practise compassion, kindness and justice. Our respect for others is matched only by our self-respect. We Believe in God. Our faith is a special bond we share. It is the compass which guides us through life's many challenges. We Believe that girls can do anything. We aim high, strive to better ourselves and achieve our goals whatever they may be. We Believe in being brave and bold, for it is the courageous who will shape the future. Carmel women are courageous. We Believe in each other. We’re in this together; a community, a sisterhood. Our differences do not divide us, they unite us…for together we are stronger. At Carmel We Believe…in God, in others and in ourselves.

Year 13 Drama production The recent Year 13 Drama production of 'Girls of the Garden Club' by John Patrick enabled these senior students to create their most memorable final performance at Carmel. While there were certainly challenges with Covid restrictions – cast members isolating, having to delay the show and the uncertainty of whether the show could, indeed, go ahead – four incredible performances were enjoyed by all the audience members who not only came to watch the show, but laughed out loud at the antics of a rather dysfunctional group of Garden Club Girls. Annise Boothroyd, Year 13 Drama Student and Head of Academic

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Carmel College Year 13 Drama production of Girls of the Garden Club.

YOUTH MP NEWS Ivy Mitchell at parliament with North Shore MP Simon Watts.

My experience as the North Shore Youth MP By Ivy Mitchell of Westlake Girls (17), the local Youth MP for the North Shore Having the opportunity to be the in regards to mental health. If you North Shore’s Youth MP for Simon would like to engage with Youth Watts is an incredible honour and Parliament, the Youth Parliament select opportunity that doesn’t walk past committees are accepting submissions every day. Being the local Youth which will aid in the committee's final MP, there has been an exciting report. More information can be plethora of doors that have opened found on the New Zealand Parliament to further immerse myself in website. politics, the community and more. A few weeks ago I was also lucky For those unaware of the Youth enough to travel down to Wellington MP position, the role is attached for the day and shadow Simon Watts to a unique, and spectacular part around Parliament. During the day of New Zealand Parliament, Youth I got a personal tour of Parliament, Parliament. Youth Parliament runs with the debating chamber and every three years, and on every third ornate Parliament house being a year, each MP across the motu selects particular highlight. I also met other a young person aged around 16-19 to MPs and had an interesting chat represent them and their electorate. with the National Spokesperson for Throughout the year, the Youth MPs Youth, Mental Health and Suicide get the privilege to work alongside Prevention, Matt Doocey, about the their MP, initiate a community project, issues concerning youth mental health. engage with local schools, and Another highlight was having the Ivy Mitchell in parliaments debating chamber. importantly, learn more about the opportunity to watch question time role that parliament plays within the live in the Chamber. local community. So far this year, I have held a small beach clean-up A big thank you to Simon Watts and his team for organising this to celebrate Youth Week, but I am particularly focusing on the issue incredible experience! of youth mental health. I am currently organising my project, a Youth As Youth MP, I look forward to the further opportunities and Mental Health Forum, aiming to create opportunities to hear from experiences of being involved in the beautiful community of the North North Shore youth leaders on improving mental health for rangatahi. Shore. As well as community projects, all the Youth MPs travel to Wellington and take part in the three day Youth Parliament event, which this year, will be held towards the end of July. The Youth Parliament provides a mock parliamentary experience, including debate over this year's mock bill which discusses the youth wage, questioning ministers, and general debate on issues of concerns to rangatahi. As well, each MP participates in a series of mock select committee sessions. This July, I will be part of the education select committee and I am looking forward to discussing some of the issues within the education system that affect youth today, particularly

Ivy Mitchell during the small beach clean-up she organised to celebrate Youth Week in May 2022.

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Developing academics and the arts At AGE, once students have a strong sense of wellbeing, they are able to develop their foundation skills across the curriculum. Like other schools, we focus on building foundation competencies in literacy and numeracy but, just as important for us at AGE, are developing creative

AT AGE, LEARNING THROUGH THE ARTS TAKES MANY FORMS:

skills in the Arts.

and our learners develop their literacy skills through

The Journey of an AGE Learner

Play-based Learning At AGE our learners develop their understanding of the foundation skills of Maths and Literacy each day through small group explicit sessions and play-based learning. In maths, explicit sessions are supported by the PR1ME Maths curriculum Structured Literacy. Learners then take these foundation skills and apply them in their projects, play, and inquiry. It is during these sessions that our learners start to explore other interconnected subjects, often through creative expression.

Visual Arts Developing art skills is about telling a story, honoring a craft, and learning techniques – but then making them our own. To connect, to share, to immerse… Art is a very powerful communication tool that enables us to share our cultural, social, emotional, and intellectual views with others. Our AGE learners grow to see themselves as artists, creators, and innovators.

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During the primary years, we learn a broad range of painting, printmaking, digital media and sculptural foundation skills within the context of inquiry and passion-based learning. Explicit links are also made to both NZ and internationally

AGE Outdoors – Getting creative in our natural environment At AGE Outdoors, our outdoor programme based on our 80-acre farm in Warkworth, our learners get

renowned artist models and art movements.

the opportunity to take part in creative arts within

Our more senior artists are supported to develop

painting with natural dyes, and weaving.

nature. This takes many forms that include whittling,

skills in critical art analysis and learn to see themselves as intentional artists – sharing their visions and stories in a personal, purposeful and impactful way. We learn that the ‘back story’ and the process of creating and reflecting is just as important as the finished product.

Arts Week This term AGE embarked on a journey with the team from Dance Curriculum and the NZ Stage and Screen Combat School (NZSSCS) to learn some new creative skills for AGE Arts Week.

Digital Arts

Thanks to NZSSCS, our children learned what it

Digital Art is another way for students to express

takes to put together a combat scene fit for the big

themselves and showcase their creativity. School devices provide the platform to teach learners and to give opportunities to explore; even the most hesitant art student will find success as they use the various tools that aid and guide them through the

screen, using professional stage fighting techniques! In dance, learners across the school worked hard over the week putting together individual and group dances that culminated in a dance showcase. We welcomed our AGE Whanau community into school

process, while the undo button allows the learner to

to celebrate the children’s efforts.

easily make and learn from mistakes. From novice

At AGE, we believe that all of our learners are creators who have something important to share with the world, and art is a way to communicate this.

to expert, digital art is an exciting and important addition to arts education.

Robotics Our Junior High classes have enjoyed diving into robotics this term and using their creativity to learn about building robots and coding. Coding club is also a hit each Wednesday lunchtime engaging our learners.

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Lexus of North Shore Lunches stronger than ever The North Harbour Club’s quarterly Lexus of North Shore Charity Luncheons are back stronger than ever with Covid-19 restrictions firmly behind us. These lunches have been inspiring members and their guests alike since the club was founded back in 1995. The club’s most recent lunch, featuring Nick Mowbray of Zuru Toys, drew a crowd of over 400 people to the North Harbour Stadium – one of the venues used frequently by the club for these events. Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch attendees enjoy a delicious three-course long luncheon, networking opportunities, coupled with the presentation by the high calibre guest speakers. The events are a who’s who of the North Shore and North Harbour area. Importantly the Lexus of North Shore Charity Luncheons raise awareness and money for aspirational young rangatahi that are seeking excellence in their relevant fields be it Arts, Innovation, Music, Education, Sport and Service to the Community – the categories that make up the North Harbour Club’s annual AIMES Awards. The North Harbour Club Charitable Trust has made over $3 million worth of AIMES Awards grants to young people achieving excellence since its inception. By attending club events, such as these lunches, you are contributing to these efforts by entering prize draws and buying superb auction items like an exclusive dinner cooked by celebrity chefs in your own home! The next Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch is being held on Wednesday August 24th, with the guest speaker being Dr Mark Sagar of Soul Machines. MC will be Toni Street.

About Dr Mark Sagar Dr Mark Sagar is a double Academy Award winner for his role in facial rendering and motion capture data of movies like Avatar and King Kong. He was named New Zealand’s 2022 Innovator of the Year for his pioneering work in Artificial Intelligence. Dr Sagar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Soul Machines and Director of the Laboratory for Animate Technologies at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute. Mark and his team are bringing technology to life, pioneering the creation of autonomously animated virtual humans with virtual brains and nervous systems. These systems are capable of highly expressive face-to-face interaction and real-time learning and emotional response, to create the next generation of human interaction with artificial intelligence. Soul Machines believe that in a more Digital World – Digital People can help you in millions of ways.

Dr Mark Sagar.

Dr Mark Sagar has a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Auckland, and was a post-doctoral fellow at M.I.T. He previously worked as the Special Projects Supervisor at Weta Digital and Sony Pictures Imageworks. He developed technology for the digital characters in blockbusters such as Avatar, King Kong, and Spiderman 2. His pioneering work in computer-generated faces was recognized with two consecutive Scientific and Engineering Oscars in 2010 and 2011. In 2019 Mark was elected as a fellow of the Royal Society of New Zealand. This will be a fantastic lunch! Tickets are $150 plus GST per person, or book a table of 10 for $1500 plus GST. Our luncheons are a sell-out so book early to avoid disappointment by emailing: events@northharbourclub.co.nz. For more details visit www.northharbourclub.co.nz

North Harbour Cub Innovation Summit Thursday August 4th, 5pm-6.00pm – The B:HIVE, Smales Farm

Join us for a glance into how businesses are shaping the future at our North Harbour Club Leaders Innovation Summit. This FREE chat show-style Q&A session could be your ticket to the inside scoop on how to navigate and refine your business through security, data, and automation. Led by an Industry Expert panel including Sir Peter Maire, Steven Newman, John Scott, and this year’s AIMES Innovation Award winner Murdoch Thomson, and hosted by AIMES Alumni Courtney Davies. The event will interest business leaders, or emerging leaders wanting to present ideas to add value to their business. It’s also a great event to network with the local business community and further your career. We encourage you to bring or send along young leaders in your business. This is a great opportunity for mentorship with some of the North Harbour and North Shore’s leading Innovators. Once the Q&A session has wrapped, we will head over to the Fantail & Turtle for informal drinks and networking. This is a FREE event from the North Harbour Club. Reserve your attendance by July 29th, including any guests you are hosting by emailing: events@northharbourclub.co.nz.

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Accountancy with Mike Atkinson of Bellingham Wallace.

Research and Development Tax Incentive Budget 2022 saw funding dedicated to the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI). With Callaghan Innovation Limited and the Inland Revenue Department working together to evaluate entitlement upon review, the RDTI operates as a tax credit to incentivise businesses and individuals who perform R&D activities that are carried out in New Zealand. The most common inquiry concerning the RDTI involves interpreting what satisfies the necessary scope of an eligible core R&D activity. It is also important to note that any application can include more than one core R&D activity. The RDTI provides relief for those businesses or individuals who seek to resolve scientific and technological uncertainty while employing methodologies that follow a systematic approach. For instance, when seeking to resolve scientific and technological uncertainty, there is an expectation that the competent industry professional operating within the same field of research believes there exists uncertainty of finding a resolution to any specific hypothesis.

Interested parties often inquire about the excess use of tax credits when already applied to offset a current tax obligation and what is required for the business or individual to 'cash out' these RDTI tax credits. There is also a need to explain why a business or the individual undertaking this eligible core R&D activity exists. The intent must be to create new knowledge and new and improved processes, services or goods. In extension to eligible core R&D activities, some activities that may not meet the necessary criteria of a core activity could satisfy the threshold for what constitutes a supporting activity. Supporting activities include those activities proven to support and deemed integral to the core R&D activity. In relation to eligibility and beyond the scope of the uncertainty and systematic approach criteria, the applicant must incur a minimum cost of $50,000 during the calendar year. The applicant can claim back 15% to offset any pending

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Mike Atkinson.

tax obligation or to 'cash out' these tax credits if operating in a taxable loss position. Interested parties often inquire about the excess use of tax credits when already applied to offset a current tax obligation and what is required for the business or individual to 'cash out' these RDTI tax credits.

In so far as compliance and lodgment of a RDTI claim, there is a requirement to submit a general approval, following the first income year to which the application relates. The RDTI tax credits similarly operate to excess tax losses carried forward from one financial year to the next. If excess tax credits exist, these are carried forward and used to offset any future tax obligation. When referring to the 'cashing out' of losses, this option only applies to businesses or individuals operating with a taxable loss for the year of the claim and who satisfy the broader refundability rules, for example start-ups. Regarding the broader refundability rules, a limit exists to the extent of the RDTI tax credits refundable to the amount paid in employment related taxes. In so far as compliance and lodgment of a RDTI claim, there is a requirement to submit a general approval, following the first income year to which the application relates. A supplementary return is also required, along with lodging the business (or individual) tax return. At Bellingham Wallace, we have assisted our clients successfully navigate what can often be a complex and niche area of practice. Given our experience, we understand what makes for a successful claim. Our team, led by Serjit Singh, are always ready to have a chat to establish if this incentive is right for your business activity. Serjit can be reached on serjits@bellinghamwallace.co.nz. Visit: www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

LEGALLY SPEAKING: SCHNAUER & CO

EDUCATION: DAVE SCOTT, MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, KRISTIN SCHOOL

Recently graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Laws and Arts. Anna has just completed her Professional Legal Studies and is set to be admitted to the bar in July this year.

Family violence and employment rights

Anna Graham.

Family violence can impact many different areas of life, including employment. It is therefore important that we are aware of the rights and responsibilities in regard to family violence in the context of employment. Family violence can be physical, sexual or psychological and encapsulates all violence in family and intimate relationships. Family violence is an extremely prevalent issue in New Zealand with research suggesting one in three women have been a victim of family violence in their lifetime. The Domestic Violence – Victims’ Protection Act, which came into force on 1 April 2019, offers more legal protections at work for people affected by family violence. The Act also works to create awareness of family violence as both a personal and a workplace issue. In general, employees who have been employed in their job for at least six months have the right to take up to 10 days paid leave for family violence reasons in one year. During those six months the employee must have worked either one hour each week or 40 hours each month. This leave can also be taken to support a child who is a victim of family violence, so long the child lives with you some of the time. This leave can help to alleviate some of the stress associated with family violence. Victims may use this time to reach out for help, move houses, support their children and take any other actions necessary. Victims of family violence may also ask their employer for shortterm flexible work arrangements. For example, you may ask to work different hours or from a different location. These options can last up to two months and may only be refused if the employer cannot reasonably accommodate these changes. Employees must make these requests in writing and their employer must respond as soon as possible, at the latest within 10 working days. Employees must give their employers notice as soon as possible if needing to take family violence leave. Somewhat controversially, employers can ask for proof that the employee is affected by family violence, unless the employee has a ‘reasonable excuse’. Employers can accept any type of proof that an employee is being impacted by family violence. For example, a report from a doctor or nurse, a letter from a support person, any police documents about the family violence etc. Importantly, employers must not treat their employees negatively because they may be affected by family violence. This adverse treatment is unlawful under the Employment Relations Act and the Human Rights Act. Having these kinds of safeguards in place ensures victims feel supported and are better equipped to leave abusive situations. They also work to establish healthier, more equal and supportive workplaces where employees are able to thrive. If you need advice about anything in relation to family violence, be it employment rights, separation, property disputes etc., please do not hesitate to reach out to our team. We are available to support you through this difficult time. Schnauer & Co, 1 Shea Terrace, Takapuna 09 486 0177, www.schnauer.com

Tracking education Dave Scott. In these pandemic times, we are questioning things much more than we ever used to before. This questioning is especially true for education and, in particular, schools. Schools have always used data to track students' educational improvement. The problem is how to use this data and what does it tell us? For example, many people fixate on the headline figures of NCEA attainment. Schools are then judged by the percentage of students achieving at the various levels and how many students performed academically with excellence. The problem is that there are many other measures and ways to show the value added to a student's journey through school. If we think about change and improvement in our education system, it would seem an ideal time to consider what types of data we should be looking at to assess student progress. At Kristin, we have always believed in and promoted a comprehensive, holistic education to get the best from students and prepare them for the world they will face after school. This belief means taking an approach that recognises a broader curriculum as essential to development. Academic excellence and achievement are only one part of a student's school experience. In addition, being involved in cultural activities, the arts, sport and recreation, service and leadership are all hugely important to the development of the all-around student. At Kristin, we have devised a range of innovative ways of placing wider achievement at the heart of our curriculum. An example is our Dove Award, a three-tier programme that encourages students to be involved in the full range of activities offered inside and outside the academic programme. Students work towards the gold award, which requires them to participate in music, art, drama, dance, sport, community service, outdoor education, leadership and much more. Furthermore, in Year 10, all students participate in the Community Project. The project is a year-long process completed individually or in small groups that sees students taking action to make a positive change in their local community. They have a staff advisor who tracks their progress, and they also need to maintain a process journal, take action and then present their reflections on the impact their project has had on themselves and their target group. The community project teaches many different skills and neatly links with our Altruistic Leadership Programme. This programme sees over 20 leadership teams working with various organisations such as Ronald MacDonald House, The Salvation Army, Starship Hospital, Lady Allum House, and Mercy Hospice. As a result, our students learn that leadership is all about service and giving your time to others; it's not about position, title, or wearing a badge. These types of opportunities heighten the school experience and allow those students whose strengths do not lie solely in the classroom the opportunity to excel. We know and are constantly reminded that the skills required for success in the 21st century are those of critical thinking, collaboration and creativity. Alongside these, our students need to learn relationship-building, strengths awareness, and selfefficacy. I would argue that these skills are best understood in the broader curriculum. At Kristin, we have shown that the opportunities mentioned above and others like community service and the Duke of Edinburgh Award can be essential for a holistic 21st century educational programme. However, to return to my starting point, a similar vision from those responsible for education at the higher level is required to acknowledge the importance and value-added of the broader curriculum and ensure parity of esteem with academic achievement.

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TAMMY MCLEOD, DAVENPORTS LAW

Tammy McLeod (BA LLB) is the managing director at Davenports Law and a trust and asset structuring specialist. Tammy leads the Davenports Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the structuring and establishment of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, the management and administration of trust funds and trust disputes. An important part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing existing asset holding structures to ensure they achieve the needs and requirements they were established to meet. She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and advises clients on both contracting out agreements and separation.

Protection and peace of mind Paul and Beth had been married for 35 years. They worked hard all their lives and with their first grandchild on the way, were very much looking forward to retirement. The nest egg they had grown was recently added to when Paul’s mother died. The basic three-bedroom home that she had lived in since Paul was a child was now in a sought-after area. When it sold, Paul and his brother received nearly one million dollars each. With the current turmoil in the financial and property markets, Paul and Beth weren’t sure how to invest, so their money sat in a joint bank account. Paul and Beth were looking to downsize. There were a lot of new townhouses being built and they liked the idea of having a “lock and leave”, low maintenance property for their retirement. So they put the family home on the market and signed off on the plans contract for a new build in a neighborhood close to their kids. The difference in the sale price of their home and the purchase of their new property got added to the joint account. Sadly, only a couple of months after moving into their new home, Paul had a massive heart attack and passed away. Beth was devastated, as were their children. Beth joined an online grief forum and spent most of her days talking to people online.

As we’re always telling our young people - you have to be very careful who you chat with online. As we’re always telling our young people - you have to be very careful who you chat with online. But it’s a message we all need to hear - especially when vulnerable. Unfortunately, Beth became friendly with a woman in the grief forum who was there with ulterior motives. It started small: first she asked Beth for a nominal loan, which Beth gladly gave her. A few months later, another request came, this time for a larger amount. The original loan had not been repaid, but Beth liked her new friend and felt she had plenty. And on it went until Beth had lent this woman the best part of $750,000. Beth’s children had no idea what was happening until one day her daughter was visiting and noticed a bank statement sitting on the kitchen bench. Not usually nosy, she glanced at the statement and saw several large withdrawals and a bank balance significantly less than what she thought her parents should have. She questioned her

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mother who became very defensive, but eventually confessed about her “friend” in the online chat. Beth’s daughter swung into action, and the police were called. Some of the money was recovered ultimately, but the whole episode was hugely traumatic for Beth and her family. Beth was so rattled that she never really regained her confidence. Could this have been prevented? The answer is yes. On the face of it, there was never any real reason for Paul and Beth to establish a trust, but trusts do help protect vulnerable people. In this case, if the funds had been in a trust rather than a bank account, Beth would not have been able to make the payments that she did. The trust would have added a layer of protection. Under the present law, if Beth had changed her will to leave her online “friend” all her assets, thereby disinheriting her children, her children would be able to make a claim under the Family Protection Act. However, there are current recommendations before parliament for changes to inheritance laws. If enacted, these new laws will take away the rights of children over the age of 25 to have a claim against their parents’ estate. As having a trust in place would protect families from this potential disaster, we believe it may result in a resurgence of trusts to protect family assets. Your assets are worth protecting; consult a trust specialist for peace of mind. Tammy McLeod, Managing Director, Davenports Law

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Asset protection. Do you need a trust? The protection of assets that we have all worked so hard to acquire is an important consideration for most people. Trusts are invaluable asset protection mechanisms, which allow a person to hold property and assets on behalf of another for the good of the beneficiaries. However, not everyone needs a trust, so ensuring other forms of asset structuring including your will and enduring powers of attorney are up to date is important. Contact Tammy McLeod or one of her team for more information about asset structuring. DAV ENPORTSL AW.C O. N Z

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PEST PLANT OF THE MONTH: AGAPANTHUS

JULY PEST PLANT OF THE MONTH: Agapanthus Pest plants, such as agapanthus, are invading Auckland’s North Shore – your gardens and your nearby bush reserves. Controlling them when they are small is easy and cheap. If they are left to grow, they can spread across your property onto your neighbours’ gardens and to nearby reserves. Auckland Council has recently introduced new rules that require people in some areas to remove some pest plants from their property, in order to protect our native biodiversity. The purple or white flowers of agapanthus are visible from December to February and can be very beautiful to look at. However, they produce thin, papery, black seeds that spread in the wind and grow to form dense umbrella-like clusters with dark green leathery leaves, displacing other plants. They are particularly a problem in coastal areas, such as cliffs and banks, where they prevent native species from growing. The plant has white root rhizomes and can also spread from fragments of the root rhizome in contaminated soil. Take action as soon as possible: • Dig out small infestations, trying to remove most parts of the root rhizomes – agapanthus can regrow from rhizomes that are left in the ground. • For medium to large infestations, use a pruning saw, spade or another hand tool to cut the stem close to the ground. Quickly apply a thin film of MetGel or Bamboo Buster onto the cut stump or rhizomes. Alternatively, spray the freshly cut base with 250ml glyphosate green per 1L of water. • Follow up in three months to reapply herbicide and ensure all regrowth has died. • Dispose of the flowers and any rhizomes and roots in your rubbish bin to go to landfill, securely tied inside a plastic bag - to stop it spreading to other areas. • Stop pest plants invading again by replanting with non-pest plants (preferably native plants) once regrowth is no longer a problem. • Talk to your neighbours and encourage them to take action too!

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There are several environmental networks across Auckland’s North Shore that support communities to recognise, report and remove pest plants and restore our native wildlife. East Coast Bays and Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus & Bays info@restorehb.org.nz, restorehb.org.nz/resources-pest-plants/ Facebook.com/RestoreHB Kaipātiki, Pest Free Kaipātiki (PFK), enquiries@pestfreekaipatiki.org.nz https://www.pfk.org.nz/pest-plant-resources Facebook.com/pestfreekaipatiki/ Takapuna, Pupuke Birdsong Project, enviro@takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook.com/pupukebirdsongproject Devonport Peninsula, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki pestfreedevonport@gmail.com, Facebook.com/restoringtakarungahauraki/ Upper Harbour, Upper Waitematā Ecology Network (UWEN) info@upperharbourecologynetwork.org Facebook.com/ @upperwaitemataecologynetwork For advice on chemical-free alternatives, Kaipātiki Project community@kaipatiki.org.nz kaipatiki.org.nz Facebook.com/kaipatikiproject This monthly feature is a collaborative initiative between Restore Hibiscus & Bays, Pest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society, Pupuke Birdsong Project, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki, the Upper Waitematā Ecology Network and Kaipātiki Project. Building on Te Ao Māori principles of kaitiakitanga and whanaungatanga, these environmental networks bring our communities together to foster guardianship, care and respect towards our whenua, natural world and indigenous wildlife.

BOWLS NORTH HARBOUR: NEWS

with Lindsay Knight

Two local legends of bowls acknowledged Another two greats of Bowls North Harbour, Birkenhead’s Ruth Lynch and Helensville’s Pat Robertson, were proclaimed legends of the centre at last month’s annual meeting/awards ceremony at the Takapuna club. They joined those previously given the centre’s supreme playing accolade: the late Danny O’Connor, the late Barbara Kunicich, Marlene Castle, international umpire Jean Ashby, the late Ivan Kostanich, the late Carole Fredrick and the late Brett Turner. For Ruth Lynch it was an especially significant and poignant honour for she was placed alongside her great friend and long-term playing partner, Carole Fredrick, at Birkenhead and earlier Pat Robertson. Sunnybrae and Glenfield. Together they won many centre titles, with Ruth joining Carole on 25 and a fourth bar to her gold star awarded for five titles just a month after Carole’s passing in early 2020. The pinnacle of their achievement together came in 2012 when they were skip and three respectively in an all-Birkenhead club four which won the national fours championship. That was an especially memorable feat for increasingly in the past 20 years it has become virtually impossible for club combinations to win national championships against composite teams formed often by New Zealand players who not only play for different clubs but in many instances in different centres. There was a reunion, in a spiritual sense at least, too, in Pat Robertson’s elevation to the bowling elite, for many of his greatest playing exploits were in partnership with his Helensville club-mate, the late, great Ivan Kostanich, notably their win in the 1984 national pairs championship in Dunedin. In his own right Pat Robertson, who passed away in 2009, was a phenomenal player. Like Ivan, who won the national singles titles in 1977 and 1993, he was an accomplished singles player. In 1999 he was runner-up for the national title. He won 16 centre titles plus another five Auckland championships, before the introduction of North Harbour in 1985, and one in Counties. Unlike Ivan, he never became a Black Jack, but did represent New Zealand in an over-60s team in 1998 and which also included Ivan.

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At the Helensville club in particular he was responsible for launching a notable family dynasty with several of his close relatives, spouse, brother and nephews also high achievers in the sport. His widow Thelma, with eight centre titles, was also a gold star badge holder, his brother Peter won two centre titles both with Pat, and a nephew, Peter junior, was three times a centre champion. And another nephew Bart is showing signs of achieving the same legendary status within North Harbour as Pat. He has been one of the centre’s most dominant performers in recent seasons and already has a bar to his own gold star. Generally, legendary status or being installed in a sport’s hall of fame is reserved for those who have passed on. But Gary Stevens, who heads Harbour’s legends voting panel, points out those still living can be so honoured and that has been the case with Ruth and earlier Marlene Castle and Jean Ashby. Currently, there are two players still in their prime who have already secured their places among the centre’s greats. Browns Bay’s Colin Rogan and John Walker last month won Harbour’s open twofour-two tournament to add to their phenomenal records and the championship triples won earlier in the year. Colin Rogan has an extraordinary 36 centre titles, or six bars to his gold star, while JOhn Walker, with whom he has shared so many successes, now has 27. Visit: www.bowlsnorthharbour.com

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SUNNYNOOK COMMUNITY CENTRE: NEWS

HARBOUR HOSPICE NEWS

By Bronwyn Bound, Sunnynook Community Centre Manager

Greetings from Sunnynook Community Centre

Bronwyn Bound.

Our AGM (Annual General Meeting) was held on Wednesday 8th June 2022. We presented our reports and then said a BIG thank you to Peter McNee who has now retired from our committee. And a massive thank you to Constable Penny Rusbatch who has moved from the Community Constable role but is still working close by. Our committee members were all happy to continue which is wonderful and I thank them for their continued support, especially Simon Watson (Chairperson), Carol Lunjevich-Grigor (Secretary) and Samik Basu (Treasurer).

We also met the new Community Constable, Brent Stewart. He will continue to run monthly Crimewatch meetings – the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm in the Sycamore Room at the Community Centre. There is no longer a Community Constable on-site at the Community Centre. If you need to report something that is not urgent please phone 105. If urgent phone 111.

We are running a holiday programme and youth programme during the school holidays… We are running a holiday programme and youth programme during the school holidays (we are fully booked with a waiting list), so some of our groups e.g. indoor bowls, will be taking a two-week break during this time. Our evening classes (Zumba, North Harbour Rockers etc.) continue as normal. Please check out our website for up-to-date information about our classes. We hope that everyone will be back in the Centre for the start of Term 3. If you would like to go on the online mailing list to receive our community newsletters please email office@sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz. Kind regards Bronwyn Bound, Centre Manager, Sunnynook Community Centre Check out www.sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz where you will find more information about the classes that are being run at the Centre. Email: office@sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz for more information.

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New space for community teams With completion planned for next year, all three stages of Harbour Hospice’ North Shore redevelopment now have Council consent and work underway. The roof is currently under construction, thanks to a significant grant from The Trusts Community Foundation, and less The project team than $1 million is needed to fully discussing signage. fund the $20 million project. One area of the redevelopment that Harbour Hospice is especially excited about is the space that will be utilised by its multi-disciplinary (MDT) and community teams. Most Harbour Hospice patients are cared for at home during their final weeks and months of life and it’s the community nurses, family support and multi-disciplinary teams Roofing works underway. who play a huge part in making this happen.   The teams provide patients with social work support, counselling, cultural and spiritual care, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, complementary therapy, as New community and MDT base well as nursing and medical care in (previous basement). their homes or as outpatient care. The new space at Shea Terrace will include complementary therapy, consultation and clinical rooms, as well as a training room and rooms for programmes and support groups, and it will enable the teams to work together seamlessly to provide high quality holistic care for patients and their whānau/families. Before Harbour Hospice patient Nicky, 79, became chronically ill with emphysema she’d been hugely active in the community, volunteering for local charities and enjoying meaningful interactions with others. But her illness caused her to become housebound and isolated. A social worker from Harbour Hospice’ Family Support team helped connect her with others again – arranging for Nicky to begin attending Harbour Hospice’ day programme, where patients meet weekly to share company and kai/food. She arranged for Nicky to have her life story taken by a volunteer biographer. Nicky began receiving regular counselling from a Harbour Hospice counsellor and now has a volunteer community visitor – all of which help her feel socially connected and part of the world again. “I can’t say enough about hospice and my relationship with my social worker and all the staff and volunteers she has connected me with,” says Nicky. “These people listen to me and they care and I look forward to seeing them. They make me feel normal again.” To find out more about the project and how you can help to complete it, email Capital Campaign Manager, Kate Thompson: Kate.Thompson@harbourhospice.org.nz or visit www.harbourhospice.org.nz/shore-project/

YES DISABILITY SUPPORT CENTRE: NEWS

WILSON HOME TRUST: NEWS

By Sonia Thursby, CEO, Yes Disability

Duke of Edinburgh programme

Sonia Thursby.

After a long and busy May, it was good to ease up a bit before getting back into things for June. It was super exciting to be able to travel to Waiheke Island earlier this month with the Duke of Edinburgh participants for their qualifying Journey. The participants ferried from Devonport, and viewed the art gallery before heading towards Wild Estate for lunch to energise themselves for archery and clay bird shooting. With the practice and qualifying journeys both done, the participants then focused on their individual activities.

The Wilson Home Trust supporting families… with children and young adults with physical disabilities

For over nine years we have been receiving gorgeous homeknitted blankets from the Devonport Knitters that we have then passed on to our famillies with physically disabled children across the region. We were thrilled to be able to thank this amazing group of women for their hard work and show our appreciation by providing a morning tea and a tour of the site. It’s turned chilly and we are madly trying to get the blankets to the families that need them. Duke of Edinburgh Participants at Waiheke Island.

The Empowered Programme After meeting face to face with Cam Calkoen and the Empowered Programme participants for the Auckland workshop in May, the second face to face workshop has been set. The workshop will be held in Queenstown and the theme is ‘Bend Perception and Remove Assumption’. Cam will teach the participants how to break through their barriers, using the tools and knowledge they do have, to their advantage. The workshop is scheduled for the 29th of July. Keep an eye out on our social media to get all the updates on the programme. New Ministry launch July 1st is a big date for the Yes team and the whole disability sector. It marks the launch of the new Ministry for Disabled People. Some of the I.lead committee members have been invited to perform at Parliament as part of the Pasifika element of the opening with Pati Umaga. The committee members will perform a dance, to represent the inclusiveness of young people with disabilities. The dance consists of Pacific cultures such as Samoan, Tongan, Hawiian and Tuvaluan. Stay updated with our programmes and events through our social media and websites: https://yesdisability.org.nz/ https://www.ilead.org.nz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ileadconferencenz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i.leadnz/

We love getting photos of our grant recipients enjoying themselves. Thank you Rebecca for sending in your photo of you having fun at your gym classes. It’s that time of year where we like to start planning something to look forward to for later in the year, so a reminder that we have holiday grants for our qualifying families. More information about the grants can be found at www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz Our gorgeous St Leonards’ chapel is available for hire. This special facility is not only available for weddings but if you are looking for somewhere to hold a small event, concert or celebration, then please contact us or if you would like to come and have a look around please contact Justine on 022 1211 477 or email weddings@wilsonhometrust.org.nz. If you would like to know more about the Wilson Home Trust and the work we do, please check out our website www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz or Facebook page www.facebook.com/wilsonhometrust1/

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YOUNITE YOUTH COUNCIL: NEWS

SHORE JUNCTION: NEWS UPDATE

By Genevieve Lai, journalist for Younite 2022.

By Shore Junction’s Youth Development Specialist Josh Martin

Celebrating Shore Junction

Josh Martin.

Life is about moments and the sharing of those moments with people you love and care about. Over the past month, Shore Junction has celebrated a number of important moments with the rangatahi from around the North Shore. June marked the first national celebration of Mātariki/Māori new year and at Shore Junction we went big with the support of Younite and the Shore Junction Youth Engagement Group (YEG). From kai (food), to harakeke (flax weaving), waiata (song), tākaro (games) and kanikani (dance) these young leaders did an amazing job celebrating while educating other rangatahi about the meaning and messages of the season. The highlight was being taught the history of Mātariki and why it’s so special for Māori. This holiday was important for us to celebrate, and as it’s the first time we are celebrating it, this sets the precedent for how we will continue to acknowledge Māori new year now and for many more years. It was a beautiful time indeed. Here’s to many more!. Mauri ora.

…we have so many amazing things coming up in Shore Junction’s Holiday Hang outs. From Art workshops with incredible Pacifica youth artist Ercan Cairns, to dance workshops with Josh Cesan from IDCO, to Dungeons & Dragons tournaments… June is also International Pride month, in which we celebrated the wonderfully diverse young people who see Shore Junction as their safe haven week after week. From queer youth, trans young people and others on the rainbow spectrum; we celebrated all of them this month. We had a costume party with food and open mic nights, a viewing party for “Heart Stopper” and another queer film, and we had kōrero around queer history from around Aotearoa and the world. We also launched our queer youth advisory group, “Refraction”, who are part of the steering committee for anything to do with the rainbow community at Shore Junction. The future is bright! Happy Pride. In July we are excited that we have so many amazing things coming up in Shore Junction’s Holiday Hangouts. From art workshops with incredible Pasifika youth artist Ercan Cairns, to dance workshops with Josh Cesan from IDCO, to Dungeons & Dragons tournaments, to 3D printing design and printing here at Shore Junction. To sign up or for more information keep an eye on our website www.shorejunction.nz or check out our Instagram @ shorejunction Life is all about moments and we are so grateful that we get to share so many amazing ones with an impressive group of rangatahi from around the North Shore and beyond. We look forward to many more. www.shorejunction.nz

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Pride Celebration in June

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Kia Ora, I’m Gen (she/her), the journalist for Younite 2022, and I’m excited to be able to share our stories on this community-based platform. Younite has the youth at its core and we hope to create an open dialogue for our youth to lead and represent themselves through the opportunities we present. Last month was June, a month of pride celebration. We want to not only embrace our LGBTQIA+ youths but also highlight the importance of their presence in cultivating a brighter, more inclusive space. They have been, and continue to be, proactive in our much-needed social matters such as the climate change strike. In fact, Lea (they/she), our awesome LGBTQIA+ representative of Younite, was one of the leaders of the school strike for climate in 2021!

We want to not only embrace our LGBTQIA+ youths but also highlight the importance of their presence in cultivating a brighter, more inclusive space. Māori engagement is one of Younite’s focuses this year and we want to strengthen our roots with Aotearoa’s cultural narrative, which is why Younite was thrilled to be able to celebrate Matariki with our local community by hosting a family-friendly Matariki festival on June 23rd. Through the cultural experiences of flax weaving, Māori folktale story-telling and many more activities, we shared the beauty and significance of Matariki with those who attended. We recognise the lack of opportunity for those who engage in artistic spheres within our community. Thus Younite is excited to not only bring to you ‘Markete Madness’, a Rangatahi creatives event in collaboration with the Upper Harbour youth council, but also grants for three creative-skills projects. Markete Madness is set to be held on July 9th in our local Hurstmere Green park. There will be countless youth-led stalls showcasing their incredible talents and skills, with all profits funded towards CureKids. We envision this day to be one of celebration, unity and inspiration to elevate the youth talent of our Devonport-Takapuna community. Our grants are targeted at supporting the projects of Devonport-Takapuna Rangatahi aged 14-24 to stimulate the development of their creative skills. There will be two individual grants worth $700 each and one group grant worth $1400. If you ever have any queries or would like to contact us, please email younitechair@gmail.com.

INVESTING WITH DABS CONSULTING

Does commercial property have an advantage over residential? Sean Parsons, Director at DABS, provides insight and answers to the question of residential vs commercial property investment Like many classes of investment, property can go through cycles. Of the two forms of property investment, residential and commercial, residential seems the most prone to volatility. We appear to now be in a cycle where residential is facing headwinds and I explain below how commercial property has some significant advantages over residential in the current market and given Government policy settings. Residential property has been subjected to significant tax changes in recent years which have been designed to make investment in this sector less appealing, and to tax capital gains. These tax rules are complex and the comments below are intended as a broad overview. Specialist advice should be sought before buying or selling investment property. In 2015 the then National Government introduced the brightline test. This is a rule which imposes a de facto capital gains tax on residential property that is sold within a specified timeframe. The initial period was two years but this was extended by the Labour Government to five years from 29 March 2018 and to ten years for properties purchased on or after 27 March 2021. There are some exclusions that apply for new builds, which continue to have a five-year bright-line period, and for a house which is not subject to tax if it was used as your main home during the bright-line period, the “main home exclusion”. Note that if you did not live in the ‘main home’ for longer than 12 months during the period, tax will apply based on the portion it was not the main home relative to the total ownership period.

There is no bright-line or other capital gains tax for commercial investors. In addition to the capital gains tax there are rules that prevent residential property investors from claiming the interest on any debt incurred to purchase their properties. For properties owned before 27 March 2021 interest deductibility is phased out over the next four years so that from 1 April 2025 no interest can be claimed. For loans drawn down after 27 March 2021 there is no interest permitted to be claimed from 1 October 2021, regardless of when the property was purchased. For new build residential properties interest is allowed to be claimed for a period of up to 20 years. If an investor incurs a loss from their residential rental activity, whether there is interest claimed or not, it is no longer possible to offset that loss against other forms of income. It is irrelevant if the property is a new build. Instead, the loss is ring-fenced to be carried forward, only able to be offset against other residential property income. If you think this brief summary of the residential property tax rules seems complicated, you are dead right. Even worse, the detail within

the legislation is so complex it is an absolute minefield to work through. It is clear that the current Government has an agenda to reduce the price of residential property, to increase affordability for many. These new rules do not achieve that and the fall in residential property values we are now experiencing is mainly due to an increase in interest rates. These tax changes have only served to unnecessarily complicate Sean Parsons, Director, DABS. residential property ownership. Other blows against the residential investor are tenant friendly letting rules and healthy homes standards. These rules have resulted in higher costs for landlords and greater constraints on dealing with tenants, no matter how troublesome they may be. On top of all this, I am told by clients who are residential letting agents and property managers, that it has become increasingly difficult to find tenants for vacant property, despite the articles in the media about there being a shortage. A loss from commercial property may be offset against other income. If ownership is properly structured then that loss may be used to offset income from associated entities, just as for residential in the good old days. Unlike residential property, depreciation may be claimed on commercial building structures and components. The ability to claim full deductions and offset losses provides commercial property investors with a safety valve, meaning that when a loss is incurred they can receive a reduction in their overall tax liability compared to residential property investors. Commercial leases are generally for much longer terms than residential. This can make planning and budgeting more straightforward. On the other hand, if a commercial property becomes vacant the process of securing a suitable tenant is usually longer compared to a residential property. Also, many commercial leases allow for operational expenses and overheads to be recovered from tenants unlike residential leases. In summary, the ground has shifted, providing commercial property investment with a much more favourable tax environment, and more predictable cashflow than residential property investment. For further information or to register your interest for our next syndicate, please contact us. You can also register your details via our website. Lara Weaver General Manager e. lara@dabsconsulting.nz m. 021 230 5989 145 Kitchener Road, Milford www.dabsconsulting.nz

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COLLIERS NORTH SHORE YOUR SALES & LEASING TEAM JIMMY O’BRIEN General Manager | Director M 021 979 001 E

jimmy.o’brien@colliers.com Janet Marshall, Colliers North Shore

JANET MARSHALL Director | Commercial M 021 684 775 E

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MATT PRENTICE Director | Industrial Sales & Leasing M 021 464 904 E

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RYAN DE ZWART Associate Director Industrial Sales & Leasing M 021 575 001 E ryan.dezwart@colliers.com

An eventful month It has been an eventful month for Colliers North Shore, with a number of recognition awards to the team and individual members at our national Awards Evening. The market has been active with good tenant demand. Despite employees still working from home, companies still continue to lease premises, whether it is a smaller footprint or larger premises as their particular industry is seeing growth. Significant sales include 3 Brian Smith Drive, Silverdale at $14.2M and 201 Bush Road, Rosedale at $4.250M. Unit 6, 33 Apollo Drive a 126 sqm office unit was sold at 5.47% yield and 57 Forge Road, Silverdale was sold at a 5.35% yield. Our team is happy to assist with your property requirements. Just get in touch with any of our brokers or drop into our Takapuna office for a coffee and chat.

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GUNDRY'S GRUMBLES

Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character, who is known for calling a spade a spade. He is a director of contracting company Gill & Gundry, is an enthusiastic sailor (past crew-member of Ceramco New Zealand, Lion New Zealand and Shockwave) and is a life member of the North Shore Rugby Football Club. He has been writing this thought-provoking column for Channel ever since the very first issue (well over a decade ago!).

Shortest day's behind us... madness still all around us! I am writing this on the shortest day of the year. It’s one of the coldest days so far, absolutely bracing with a little southerly breeze adding to the chill factor, but the sun is out and apparently the ski fields are opening up in the South Island for all the Australian tourists. I was going to get a flu jab but I see I have to pay for it, and at the moment it would stretch my budget too much. I do see that it is free for Māori and Pacific Islanders, which doesn’t make sense to me as I thought we all lived here under one flag as New Zealanders. While I’m about this, I’m so sick of television advertising telling me how to spend my Matariki weekend, and I would love to know the budget the Government is spending on this propaganda leading up to the Matariki weekend. I’d also like to know the budget Waka Kotahi is spending on their Road to Zero road deaths (which we all know is an impossible goal), and why they keep on ramming this down our throats on national television, I don’t know. Maybe they should listen to these qualified race car drivers who have advised the Government that the money would be better off spent giving everyone defensive driving courses instead of wasting it on ads and light up zeroes. I’m so sick of this Government throwing money around like drunken sailors. I see also, that last month, the Government handed out over a million dollars to some consultants and are still paying rent on an office building downtown that is directly related to the doomed multi-million dollar cycle bridge adjacent to the Harbour Bridge that some buffoon in national Government proposed and subsequently cancelled a few months later. We are still paying out millions of dollars for it. For goodness sake, when does this endless, senseless spending end? Whiledriving from Devonport to Takapuna, I noticed the construction of a hideous timber paling fence on the corner of Lake Road and Roberts Avenue, where the pensioner units have stood for over 50 years. I have it on very good authority that the construction of fence will cost well over six figures. I have been told it is for the noise of Lake Road, but also I can see that it will add to the chill in that little valley of pensioner units, and will be a blank canvas for some budding graffiti artists, you mark my words. It’s sad to see that any early morning sun will now be wiped out for these residents. It was so sad, a few days ago, to hear of the death of my great sailing mate Paul von Zalinksi. He was the cook on the first Round the World Yacht Race I did with Peter Blake on Ceramco New Zealand when we participated in the 1981-82 Round the World race. He was a unique character with a wonderful sense of humour. Paul did a great snow job on Peter when he said he was chef; we found out he was hardly a cook, let alone a chef. Paul cooked some wonderful meals on terrible days and some terrible meals on wonderful days. He was a wonderful celestial navigator, and great crew member. I was so privileged to have sailed with him for so many thousands of miles. He could turn an Irish stew

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into a chilli con carne by accidentally tipping a pot of pepper into the stew, when the top fell off. His recipe book was non-existent as he cooked the entire race by the seat of his pants. His stock answer was, when I complained that the food was crap, was “Go somewhere else tomorrow night, then”, when we were thousands of miles away from any land. Peter asked him to sail the next Round the World race we all did on Lion New Zealand, on the condition he never cooked again. It was a pretty sad day for me, as we have now lost three of the 12 crew members of that race, with Sir Peter Blake and Keith Chapman both passing away far too soon.

Whilst driving from Devonport to Takapuna, I noticed the construction of a hideous timber paling fence on the corner of Lake Road and Roberts Avenue, where the pensioner units have stood for over 50 years. I have it on very good authority that the construction of fence will cost well over six figures. I see the Metro buses are still driving out of Devonport every half hour, collecting two or three people to deliver them to their homes in Stanley Bay or Narrow Neck. These huge diesel guzzling dinosaurs stamping their own huge carbon footprint. There must be a better solution to transport. Auckland Transport must have a look at this situation, it is pure madness. I’ve noticed all the houses coming down, pending the development of multiple townhouses around the North Shore. It’s going to be very interesting to see how the glut in the market for these developments will pan out. Watch this space. Just for your information, the North Shore Rugby Club will be celebrating its 150th anniversary next year, after the club played its first game in 1873. It is one of the oldest clubs in New Zealand, but is definitely the oldest club in New Zealand still playing on the original field on Vauxhall Road. The club is planning celebrations over Easter in 2023 and a hard-cover book will be published on the history of the club as part of the celebrations. Ok, that’s about it for now. Keep warm, all of you, apart from the poor residents of the pensioner units in Lake Road. We’re on the uphill swing towards summer now.

LIFE LESSONS WITH LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

BAYLEYS RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE: KATHRYN ROBERTSON

News from Co Chairperson Phil Taylor

National Volunteer Week celebrates support that keeps Harold moving

By Kathryn Robertson, Takapuna Residential Bayleys Real Estate Ltd

Phil Taylor

This week is National Volunteer Week, an initiative that recognises the collective energy and mahi over more than one million volunteers across the country. The theme for this Te Wiki Tūao / National Volunteer Week is 'Time to Shine' / 'He wā pīataata', and is an opportunity to celebrate local volunteers including Life Education supporters, friends and trustees.

Volunteer support allows star educator Jenni to deliver programmes on relevant issues such as vaping and cannabis use… Volunteer support allows star educator Jenni to deliver programmes on relevant issues such as vaping and cannabis use to our local tamariki. Last week, Jenni had the pleasure of visiting Albany Junior High School, and educating students with the help of Harold the Giraffe, our world famous mascot! Keep an eye on our social channels (@lifeeducation_ northshore) to follow Harold’s latest adventures and see how our educators are inspiring our tamariki to make positive life choices. Contact us: secretary@lifeeducationnorthshore.nz Visit: www.lifeeducationnorthshore.nz

You're going to sell in spring?

Kathryn Robertson.

You need/want to sell your property, but you’re going to wait until spring to get on the market? Why is that exactly? It makes sense if you own an old, draughty villa with inadequate heating, no real sunlight, and the site has poor drainage, but for those of you with a warm, insulated home, winter is a great time to sell. Although some houses are more appealing in spring, if your home has an effective heating system and gets good light, then what are you waiting for? Stock levels are currently low (again, a normal seasonal pattern), so why not get on the market before your competition; get the trees and garden overhauled and show your warm home off. Then you can be that cash buyer that’s ready to buy when most sellers bring their ‘spring’ homes to the market. Buyers love to see properties on a cold winter’s day too – it gives them confidence that what they are buying can perform when it counts!

1/16 Norman Road, Hauraki.

Stock levels are currently low, so why not get on the market before your competitors? The most compelling reason, however, is that in this softer property climate with not so positive short to mid-term forecasting, it can’t be a bad strategy to get on the market sooner, rather than later. Importantly, you will enjoy less competition, which means your odds of selling (and maybe even selling well), are far more likely without having to compete with similar properties in your suburb. Kathryn Robertson, Residential Sales M +64 21 490 480 Bayleys Real Estate Ltd, Licensed under the REA Act 2008 28 Northcroft Street, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

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The Channel Crossword Set by Māyā (https://mayaofauckland.com/), each month for Channel. No. 77

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Solution to last month's crossword

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The Channel Crossword

AGE School

Westlake Girls’ High School

Carmel College

Westlake Boys’ High School

Takapuna Grammar

Rangitoto College

Rosmini College

Kristin School

Shop the Shore

Devonport News

Talking Takapuna

Kindercare, Celebrating 50 Years

Badjelly at The PumpHouse

Eating Out Guide

North Shore History: David Verran

Winter at Home