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page 11 Brochures, not batons: Auckland Council staff hope that education, including handing out brochures, will ensure set netters comply with fisheries regulations in Arkles Bay. But they are promising enforcement too. Pictured, from left, Council’s projects team member Tank Hina and bylaws and compliance manager, Max Wilde patrolling Arkles Bay on the day the set net ban was lifted. Inset: Some locals fear a return of the problems that plagued the bay prior to 2007, which included wildlife caught in nets. Photo, courtesy Alan Sayers.

Arkles promised backup as Council lifts set netting ban

Set netting once again became a legal activity in Arkles Bay when the ban put in place nine years ago was lifted at midnight on Easter Monday. This means that set netters can fish in the lifting of the ban, are bracing reserve, coupled with confrontational the bay until Labour Weekend, when themselves, fearing a return of the behaviour and dangers posed to the a summer-only ban on the practice problems that lead to a blanket ban public and wildlife by the nets. comes back into force. on set netting imposed by the former However, in the lead up to the ban Arkles Bay residents, together with Crs Rodney District Council in 2007. being lifted, Auckland Council offered Wayne Walker and John Watson and The issues included large numbers of set assurances that there will be action if local board members who opposed netters, because of the adjacent marine continued page 2

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Continued from p1.... set netting does not comply with the Public Safety & Nuisance Bylaw or fishing regulations. Cr Calum Penrose, who chairs Council’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee, told last month’s Hibiscus & Bays Local Board meeting that residents have nothing to fear. Local board chair Julia Parfitt said that the key question for the community is: “does the bylaw have any teeth?” In response Cr Penrose said, “I reassure you that if an issue arises at Arkles, you will get the right levels of service”. At the same time, Cr Penrose admitted that Council is seeking more proactive support from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), whose job it is to respond to any breaches of fishery regulations.

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Cr Penrose said that MPI representatives who met with Council in February “admitted they dropped the ball in parts of Auckland” when it comes to enforcement of fishery rules such as catch sizes. “We believe MPI could be doing more and will encourage them to do more,” Cr Penrose said. He said MPI staff will attend the Regulatory & Bylaws Committee meeting this month (May 10) to tell councillors “how they intend to lift their game”. He said MPI will actively recruit “honorary fishery officers” on the Hibiscus Coast. Essentially these are volunteers who support full time fisheries officers and have similar powers. An MPI spokesperson says fishery officers are aware that there may be an increased risk at Arkles and that they will continue to routinely patrol there. Police handle any issues of anti-social behaviour and accompany Council staff on any after dark callouts. Council’s licensing and compliance

services general manager, Grant Barnes, says staff can issue a warning, table a bylaw notice, seize items and prosecute offenders, but that education is the first priority. “Our teams have a jacket and a shirt. There is no truncheon and no means of forcing compliance,” he says. Council has a 24/7 callout service but there is a strict definition of what constitutes a breach of the bylaw. Callers will be asked: “is a real and actual nuisance being caused by the set net, is there aggression or intimidating behaviour, is a vehicle being used on the beach, is the net causing an obstruction, or does it present a real safety risk?” If the answer to all those is ‘no’, a legal activity is taking place. Bylaw and compliance manager Max Wilde says that the incidence of anyone getting tangled in a net is very low but the perception of the danger is high. The assurances failed to impress local Crs Wayne Walker and John Watson. They are worried about the impact on the enjoyment of the beach for the general public and possible confrontations. “With the best will in the world, you have a battle on your hands,” Cr Walker told the local board meeting. Cr Watson says the compliance team is out of their depth. “We have been down this road before and we know they’re overstretched.” Both Mr Wilde and Mr Barnes say it’s too early to tell what problems will arise, but they are aware and remain vigilant. “We are ready for this,” Mr Barnes says. The fishery regulations are on the Ministry for Primary Industries’ website, mpi.govt.nz and summarised with this story at localmatters.co.nz Set nets must be marked, staking of nets is prohibited, nets must be less than 60m in length and placed more than 60m apart. There is a maximum of one net per person. Using baited nets is prohibited. If you see someone who could be breaking the rules call MPI, 0800 476 224. Council’s 24/7 call centre number is 09 301 0101. Call 111 if you feel unsafe, there are threats or aggressive behaviour.

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Long line warning for dog owners Grave shortage Watching their dog Daisy swallow the baited hook of a long line during an evening walk on Red Beach was a shock for Millwater couple Janine and Martin Green and resulted in an emergency operation. The couple are angry that this type of fishing is allowed to take place among swimmers and other beach users, and warn dog owners to watch out for long lines. Janine says that by the time they saw the motorised long line being set up in the middle of the beach, among swimmers and walkers, it was too late. All the hooks were baited and the line dragged along the sand to the water. In a split second, Daisy had grabbed a piece of bait and swallowed it hook and all. After a two-hour operation to remove the hook from her stomach, the dog is currently undergoing a long and expensive recovery. Janine questions whether long lining is a safe practice on a busy beach, but the response that Hibiscus Matters received from Auckland Council is that it is dog owners’ responsibility to steer clear. Bylaws and compliance manager, Max Wilde, says that Auckland Council does not have a specific bylaw controlling the use of long lines on beaches in relation to dogs, but that the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw would come into force if a member of the public was injured as After what happened to their dog Daisy, Janine and Martin Green of Millwater a result of a long liner. are warning dog owners of the dangers posed by long line fishing. “Beaches are areas of multiple use, such as bathing, fishing, walking of dogs, an eye on Red Beach and provide wouldn’t there be rules and regulations paddle boarding and boating,” he says. information to fishers to not set up in for people fishing to ensure the safety of others?” “Each person is required to exercise a the middle of the beach,” Janine says. duty of care and attention to ensure She says that as well as causing a She says she hopes that a section can safety and to avoid creating a nuisance. hazard to dogs, the long liners were be added to the bylaw restricting long During off leash periods for dogs the endangering others on the beach and liners to the far ends of the beach and requiring them to flag or mark the Dog Control Act still requires a dog to in the water. be under control at all times. If a dog “I guess our question would be how area. She also suggests that restricting owner notices long liners on a beach in would one go about getting the Safety the hours when this type of fishing can the evening then it will be important and Nuisance Bylaw enforced and what take place would be a good idea. that they keep a close eye on their dog are the penalties?” Janine says. “Long “Our dogs were in control. They were around any possible hazards.” liners need to be better informed of about 10m away swimming and playing Janine also called the Ministry of best practice – which I would suggest when this happened. We had no idea Primary Industries (MPI) who said is not planting themselves in the that the woman was long lining. There they were concerned and had had middle of a swimming beach while were no flags, no buoys in the water – other complaints about long lines. people are using it. Dog owners have no indication until we were right there “They said their officers would keep to obey strict dog bylaw rules so why and Daisy had taken the bait.”

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I feel for Nolene Berger (HM March 16) who must feel trapped in her own home. My belief is that many, if not all, people are affected by strong chemicals like Roundup on some level and she is just an extreme example. If a toxin is strong enough to kill a plant so fast, why wouldn’t it affect human cells also? Remember when they walked down the aisle of planes,

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spraying everyone with pesticide! We shudder now at the thought. I hope the Council not only fixes Nolene’s problem, but also treats us all in this community with equal respect and gives us the right to not be sprayed. Bill Wigmore, Gulf Harbour

‘Rubbish’ idea With regards to the article about recycling bins (HM March 16), can Ian

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Stupple the council’s waste solutions manager suggest a solution to getting a wheelie bin up my steep drive? The steepest part of my drive is about 33 percent. The council suggests using a towing hitch or leaving the bin at the entrance – I don’t have a towing hitch. I cannot leave a bin at the top of my drive as it is only wide enough for one car – suggestions please Mr Stupple. continued page 5

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Share and share alike The effect of the lifting of the set net ban in Arkles Bay will be keenly watched. Set netters are permitted to fish at Arkles Bay until Labour Weekend. What creates concerns for residents is the bay’s popularity with set netters because there is a marine reserve next door, increasing fish stocks. So making sure the practice does not escalate to the point where it creates a hazard for other beach users may be a challenge (see story p1). Cr Calum Penrose said, when questioned, that five nets set at one time in the bay would not constitute a public nuisance, but others such as Cr John Watson, beg to differ. Both our local councillors, and many in the community, remember the issues that arose before the ban was put in place and fear a return of unsociable, aggressive behaviour, nets causing a hazard and a large fish take; whether this occurs again remains to be seen. Some oppose set netting itself, because of potential for catching non-target species and quantities of undersized fish but it remains legal to fish in this way. This issue we have also heard from a couple affected by long lining close to shore – this is also a perfectly legal activity but one that other beach and water users need to be aware of (see story p3). Winter temperatures generally mean less people in the water, but other recreational activities, such as boating, kayaking and paddleboarding continue year-round. Sharing is easy when there is a plenty to go around, but the local population is growing – and with it, demand for recreational activities in and around the water. Everyone would surely hope that peaceable sharing of an area like Arkles Bay is possible, but it could be that it becomes challenging for all concerned.

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Smile – you’re on a shared path! Auckland Transport placed this giant ‘emoji’ in Western Reserve, by Te Ara Tahuna, in an attempt to “remind people to be courteous and thoughtful of others while walking or cycling on shared paths”. Emojis are normally only used online, and this one ended up there too, being included in many ‘selfies’ posted on social media.

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Feedback cont... Mr Stupple states one of the benefits council automated collection “is eliminating the health and safety risk” but what about the health and safety of the residents? Is it legal for an organisation to ‘off load ‘its health and safety responsibilities? I quote from the article “During the consultation on the plan community feedback was that wheelie bins are not popular, especially where in rural areas where access is an issue, but also in urban areas where they must be stored in increasingly small household units and can be difficult for some residents to manoeuvre and clean” So why waste more money on consultation, the council is going to do it anyway regardless, what happened to democracy? I challenge Mr Stupple to fetch a 240-litre wheelie bin to my property and show me how to overcome the problem. I doubt Auckland council’s health and safety department would actually allow Mr Stupple to attempt the operation. Paul Wilkinson, Arkles Bay Council’s waste solutions manger, Ian Stupple replies: Auckland Council staff are keen to work with Mr Wilkinson to find a solution that works best for his situation. Recycling bins are currently in place at over 90 percent of households across the Auckland region and are generally well received by residents. Placing all recycling material in one bin gives more capacity for residents, reduces litter on the streets, prevents animal strike and also addresses health and safety concerns. We recognise that some properties may have access issues or long driveways and residents will need to put in place alternative arrangements to manage their waste. Residents in other areas across the region who are faced with steep and challenging driveways are successfully using the Council’s recycling services. Options include storing bins near the entrance to the property or using a tow-hitch to assist moving the bin. Residents may also wish to work together with neighbours and share a common area for bins. As part of the new recycling service,

council staff are keen to work with residents that may require an assisted service. The need for an assisted service is assessed on a case by case basis and reflects our desire to meet the needs of the community it serves. Residents that may require an assisted service can contact Council on 09 301 0101. For further information on the tow-hitch option visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 09 968 2180.

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One size not for all It was great to read (HM March 2) that Jason Evans’ ideas for the development of the area between George Lowe Place and Hillary Square might come to fruition. Progress! What is less heartening is the fact that the years of effort Jason and a lot of Orewa residents put in evolving The Orewa Plan have come to naught – buried by the ill-conceived Unitary (uniform) Plan, which itself seems to be getting nowhere. The Council needs to come to grips with the idea that people don’t like high rise, especially where there has been none. Changes need to be sensitive to the character of existing architecture, landscapes and demographics. The notion that a one-size-fits-all template will work should be filed under ‘BS’! John Clements, Orewa

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I read with interest your article about spraying and its effect on Little Manly resident Nolene Berger (HM March 16). While I have every empathy with anyone suffering from an illness the special ‘arrangements’ made by the former Rodney District Council around a no spray zone in her street and surrounding roads is, I believe, of major concern to ratepayers in general. I can see why for purely economic reasons the Auckland Council has had to pull away from such an arrangement. As a local ratepayer we are always concerned about what rates cost and how well they are spent. Some years ago bowing to pressure from the anti-spray brigade the former Rodney District Council experimented with hot water spraying of berms to control weeds. While the weeds initially died they quickly regrew and the Council soon realised the exercise was not economically viable as the hot water spraying regime needed to be varied out much more frequently than chemical spraying. Auckland Council introduced a policy where road berms will not be maintained by it, leaving such care to the neighbouring property owner. Some care excellently for their berms, others do not. In many streets there are Council owned properties such as reserves or walkways and some roads have berms which the neighbouring property owner would struggle to maintain. If all such areas had to be maintained by Council by hand without the use of chemicals the costs to ratepayers would be horrific. There needs to be a balance between widespread ‘nuking’ of public areas with sprays and the prudent use of chemical spraying to keep costs to a minimum. I have regularly walked East Ave and was aware of its former no spray status. I have to say the streetscape was a mess with weeds growing between joins in the footpath, kikuyu growing into gutters and chocking the stormwater system. Is it fair to the rest of the residents in such a street to have to put up with this for the sake of a single resident? Councillor John Watson should be representing the majority of ratepayers who are, I believe, happy to see a spray regime used judiciously to keep areas under control at reasonable cost. It is worrying that

he has gone to such depths to support a single ratepayer at the expense of the great majority. Albert Jensen, Orewa Cr John Watson replies: Mr Jensen might be interested to know that there are actually a number of people on the Coast who suffer from extreme chemical sensitivity (and many others who are concerned about the potential health effects on their families given glyphosate’s classification as a probable carcinogen). Far from being ‘judicious’ in its use of chemicals, Auckland Council has massively increased the use of glyphosate in parks and reserves over the last six months. This is in stark contrast to other cities around the world that have banned the use of glyphosate. Christchurch City Council is currently looking to go chemical-free in public places. Chemical-free alternatives have been used successfully in Auckland for over 20 years; the cost differential is negligible and the impact on rates, insignificant. In these circumstances the council should take a precautionary approach. The health of all residents should come before the vested interests of chemical suppliers and contractors.

Question of grooming In the March 16 edition of Hibiscus Matters, Council’s Team Leader, Grant Muir, stated that “grooming is only undertaken on artificial beaches”. Up until 14 months ago I had lived in Mt Maunganui for 41years. Both the Main Surf beach and the beach on Pilot Bay are tidal and have been groomed by a machine similar to the one photographed in the article every summer for many years - they always look pristine and are a pleasure to sit on. Paul Lander, Orewa Council’s Parks & Open Space operations team leader, Grant Muir, replies: “Man-made beaches Mission Bay and Kohimarama are the only beaches on which a sand groomer can be used, due to the sand sitting above the high tide mark. Wet sand is very difficult to sift through due to it being damp and clumped together.”

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As many as 2000 children cycled and ran around Manly Park and surrounding streets, as well as braving autumn sea temperatures at Manly Beach last weekend for the Sanitarium Weet-Bix TRYathlon. It’s the first time that the event – which is one of the largest in the country for young people – has been held on the Coast. For coverage of the event, including video, visit Hibiscus Matters’ Facebook page.

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Business views surveyed The views of Whangaparaoa business owners are to be surveyed, as part of a local board-funded fact-finding mission and in the hope of sparking more collaboration between them. The businesses, which include retail, for addressing them, and assess light industrial, health and educational the level of interest in forming a are spread out in several blocks along collaborative business association. the peninsula from Red Beach to Gulf Mr Branca said Whangaparaoa Harbour. Currently there is no formal is competing with Albany and organisation to represent the interests Silverdale and there is a perception of these businesses, and it is hoped among businesses that they are losing that the survey may identify whether tenants and customers to Silverdale or not there is demand for such an in particular. “We hope the survey association. will help clarify issues like that,” Mr Funding for the survey, estimated to Branca said. cost $23,000, was approved by the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board at its It will also provide a database, which will belong to Council. March meeting. At the meeting, Auckland Council’s The survey, which will be conducted Business Improvement District (BID) by Buzz Channel (who completed partnership advisor, Steven Branca, a survey of Silverdale businesses last said the survey was to “gauge the year) will be conducted via face-tomood” of the businesses, get a sense of face meetings, by post, online and the mix of business types, what issues through email. It is scheduled to begin they face and things they think may soon, with a final report due in May. improve business in their area. The Whangaparaoa 2030 group will It will also provide insights into the help disseminate the survey’s findings current business climate, identify throughout the business community priority issues and possible approaches as part of its outreach programme.

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The Good Home Residents on Whangaparaoa Peninsula now have a place they can call “home”. The Good Home is the new pub in Stanmore Bay, part of the Union Hospitality group and run by owner/ operators Richard Pepper and Sarah Fowlie. The couple have gone to great lengths to make it a place where everyone will feel welcome. “Union Hospitality pride themselves on having fantastic venues and we wanted a pub with a difference,” Richard says. The Good Home, located in the Whangaparaoa New World complex, offers a choice of dining options including meals at the bar and specialty beers on tap. Sports fans are well catered for with seven big screens throughout the pub. Richard’s English heritage is reflected in the menu. Coming up this winter will be toad in the hole, traditional roast and Welsh rarebit. “One of our most popular meals is the Coronation chicken salad. In 1953, a competition was held to choose the recipe that would be used for the Queen’s Coronation Day lunch. This salad was the winner and while it is an old recipe, it truly is a modern meal and locals love it. “In England, the pub was the centre of the community and that’s the sort of atmosphere we want to develop at The Good Home.” Sophie and Ria from Burning Red Design’s interior design flair has

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delivered a style that is modern but with cheeky retro touches, which Sarah has added to in the form of the retro teacups and the old-fashioned tomato sauce bottles. Richard and Sarah met in the early 1990s when they worked at Harbourside, in the old Ferry Building in Auckland. Together, they have more than 40 years’ experience working in hospitality. They moved to the Coast so they could ‘live the lifestyle dream’. “I have such fond memories of day tripping to Stanmore Bay as a child,” Richard says. “Those were days filled with fishing, sailing and swimming, and eating the best fish ‘n’ chips on the beach; I really wanted that lifestyle for my family. “The opportunity presented by Union Hospitality to be involved in this place was too good to pass up on.” Sarah says the pub is already starting to become a popular place for locals to head to after work to catch-up with friends. “It’s great to see our ideas paying off. Hospitality is who we are and we do what we love. “It’s not just a job – it’s very much a part of our lives.”

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Many ways to explore wonders of South America The commencement of Air NZ’s direct flights to Buenos Aires and Santiago last December is making South America more affordable and accessible, according to local travel agents. Sue Scoggins and Carol Kirkup of You Travel gained personal insights into what this part of the world has to offer during recent travel there. Sue Scoggins: “I had never been to showed the lengths that wealthy penguin rookery and sea lion habitat Argentina before, so the destination people went to in housing their dead. and although it involved a long coach was hugely exciting for me. Buenos The highlight was a trip to Iguazu Falls, drive, the opportunity to be up close to Aires lived up to its reputation for a 90min flight from Buenos Aires. The the wildlife made it well worthwhile. faded glory – in the 1920s it was the falls are 2.7km wide and you need a Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego at the fifth wealthiest nation in the world, minimum of two days to explore the southern tip of Argentina is the starting and now it comes in around 58th. trails and visit the Brazilian side to view point for visits to the Antarctic and Architecturally stunning buildings line the falls. We got saturated in a boat trip the Falkland Islands and was where the boulevards and once magnificent up to the face of the falls, followed by we departed on a cruise through the palaces (previously private residences) a trip downriver then a 4WD through Chilean Fjords. The first day took the forest back to the Iguazu Park. us along Glacier Alley in the Beagle are now hotels. We had a superb guide and saw many Channel, viewing glacier after glacier On the other end of the social birds, including the Toucan. coming down into the sea. We also spectrum is the colourful architecture Cruising on the Silver Spirit I saw a had a day at Laguna San Rafael; with of La Boca where Italian immigrants totally different side to Argentina the ship at anchor we transferred to a first settled. and Chile – the Patagonian regions catamaran to travel up to the wall of The National Museum and Decorative of both countries are rich in scenery, one of the largest glaciers. The blue ice Sue Scoggins’ first visit to Argentina Arts Museum house some wonderful with many wildlife sanctuaries. At and the noise as it cracked and fell was included time in Tierra del Fuego. treasures, and the Recoleta Cemetery Puerto Madryn we visited a huge unforgettable.”

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Carol Kirkup cruised Patogonia aboard the MV Stella Australis. The cruise goes through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel to southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego along the Punta Arenas – Ushuaia route. “This is a truly memorable way to see a pristine wilderness. Filled with early explorer history, and that of the native peoples, it was all brought to life by our guides – all local to the area and passionate about their part of the world. We were eager to get into the zodiacs and get amongst nature – whether it was to hike, cruise along observing wildlife or get up close to the glaciers. We cruised past the Darwin Range – a long stretch of glaciers that reach

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Many travellers follow their interests overseas.

Special interest tours in demand with travellers Some people love to travel, and some people travel to do the things they love – so whether it’s beekeeping or bridge, golf or gardens, there’s an organised tour to suit you. Likeminded companions are one of through Alaska. the bonuses. “We have a bunch of local guys House of Travel Orewa owner/operator taking Harley Davidson motorbikes Dennis Payne says what he loves along Route 66, plus there are whole most about travel is that everyone has ships catering to bridge players, a different perspective as to what is naturists, faith based organisations, important, what they want to see and wine connoisseurs and even a cruise more often, now, what they want to do. especially for cat lovers!” Gardening is another special interest “Special interest groups are so much area that is well catered for with trips more commonplace now, with the to international shows such as the range available quite amazing – from Chelsea Flower Show or Floralies. golf tours around Hawaii or up the Perhaps you’d like to see the cherry Rhine, to following the Americas blossoms in Japan, or the wildflowers Cup,” he says. of Mongolia or Western Australia? The sky really is the limit, when it There are also tours that combine comes to travel designed around more than one area of interest, such as people’s hobbies and interests. Options walking and cycling tours that include include a 16-night knitting cruise to places of historical interest, or gourmet Asia or Europe’s Christmas markets, experiences, along the way. body wellness trips to Budapest or a For more information, visit your local marathons expedition running cruise travel agent.

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Ziggy Jarden, right, has been friends with David Fleming for more than 20 years.

Valuable friendships forged Ziggy Jarden got to know David Fleming of Orewa more than 20 years ago, when she worked at the IHC residence where he lives. They enjoy going out for lunch or a beer or shopping. This friendship continued when Ziggy retired three years ago and she and David officially joined the IHC’s one-to-one friendship programme. The programme supports people with intellectual disabilities, making connections between individuals and community volunteers. IHC North Shore and Rodney volunteer coordinator Berenice Kerry Charlesworth, left, was only Langson says friendship is what it’s recently introduced to Claudia Buck all about. “By taking a moment of Orewa. to connect with someone with an friend is outstripping the number of intellectual disability, you can make a volunteers. positive change in someone’s life and One of the most recent volunteers to a new friend,” Berenice says. “It’s all join the programme locally is Kerry about shared interests and doing what Charlesworth of Millwater who was you enjoy to do. It is not time specific, introduced to Claudia Buck last there is choice, flexibility and the month. Claudia, who lives in Orewa, emphasis is on having fun. You only had been waiting for a friend for more spend time with the person you are than seven months and Berenice says matched so you both get to know each the two have a lot in common – they’ll in order develop a genuine friendship.” be going to the movies, bowling and Berenice has been working on the enjoying the outdoors. North Shore for two years and is now For more information about the focusing on growing the numbers programme and volunteering involved in the programme on the opportunities, contact Berenice, Hibiscus Coast and in wider Rodney. phone 09 529 8780, email Berenice. Currently the numbers requesting a langson@ihc.org.nz or visit ihc.org.nz

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Organisers of the annual fashion fundraiser for Hibiscus Hospice are seeking donations of pre-loved designer and top end clothing. Each year Hospice’s Francesca’s store holds a fashion show as a fundraiser at Gulf Harbour Country Club. The event is organised by women golfers. They have emptied their wardrobes to supplement the stock that Francesca’s has available, but are now appealing for help. Organiser Carol Bragoli says the group is keen to repeat last year’s success, where $6000 was raised, but that won’t happen unless there is enough designer clothing for the parade. “We’re asking any women who might have unwanted or unworn designer garments, in particular business and cocktail or evening wear, shoes or accessories to donate them in support of the work that Hospice does in our community,” Carol says. “Around 150 women of all ages typically attend the parade, which also offers the somewhat unique opportunity to purchase the clothes off the catwalk, directly after the show.” Francesca’s volunteer leader, Gaye Burridge, says winter fashion is particularly needed. Donations can be dropped off to Francesca’s, 20 Silverdale Street, Silverdale or at any of the other Hibiscus Hospice shops (marked for Francesca’s fashion parade). The parade is on May 11, 7pm. Tickets, $25 go on sale this month at Francesca’s and Gulf Harbour Country Club.

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50th anniversary could spell end of Horticultural Society The Horticultural Society is about to celebrate its 50th year but whether it will continue to exist after that milestone is reached, next month, is yet to be decided. An ageing membership is the key the former Waitemata District Council’s difficulty facing the committee. With proposal to have high rise zoning over that comes less energy and enthusiasm the area, but also had the foresight to take up the tasks necessary to keep to see the land’s potential as a public the society running, leaving all the reserve. It took three years, including an appeal to the Town and Country Appeal work in just a few pairs of hands. Current president and treasurer Nancy Board, for the Horticultural Society to O’Shea plans to start the organisation’s prevail and have the zoning changed to annual meeting, on April 18, by recreational reserve. stating the facts as clearly as possible: The Horticultural Society of those “I’m going to say that we need to do days had considerable clout; at its something and I am going to set the height it had 400 members, a waiting ball rolling by resigning as president,” list and even held an annual Ball. Nancy says. “I can stay on as treasurer, Among the longest-standing members but it’s not good to be doing both.” is Margaret Gilbert, who together Jackie Mitchell, another of the group’s with husband Barry joined in 1992; multi-taskers, will also resign. Together Margaret’s mother Rita Avery was a with her husband Robert (Mitch), she foundation member. has been responsible for the society’s She says the society filled a social and many trophies, its handbook and practical need for local families, who record keeping as well as acting as had fruit and vegetable gardens as steward at shows – a significant there were no supermarkets. “New workload which has got too much. families joined the Hort. That was just If there are insufficient people to take the way it was,” she says. up vacant posts on the committee, a Times have changed and there are special general meeting will be held in now many other organisations to join, May at which members will decide the as well as demands on people’s time – organisation’s future. especially for couples who both work. The situation has focused the minds of Currently the Hort has around 125 its committee members on the proud members, but around 70 percent of history of “the Hort”, as it’s known, them no longer play an active role at which has chalked up some significant meetings or shows. Children used to wins for the community. The biggest be active participants in the flower of these is its successful battle to save shows, but many schools have their the area now known as Stanmore Bay own gardens and participate less in Reserve from development. shows, despite the society’s efforts. The committee of 1969 not only spotted Nancy says that changes are needed

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to make the organisation relevant in today’s world and attract members in the 40 plus age bracket. Glenys Ferguson, who is in charge of membership, says young people interested in gardening can search online for ideas. “They live in a completely different world,” she says. The timing and type of shows and when meetings are held are among the changes that the membership may consider. Nancy says there could even be a name change as some say Horticultural Society might be a bit, well, haughty for what is essentially a group focused on home gardening. Certificates could be handed out at shows instead of cups, which take time and effort to store, engrave and care for. Nancy says that regardless of the decision on the Hort’s future, members will celebrate the 50th anniversary on May 13 with a picnic

Horticultural Society members, from left, Margaret Gilbert, Glenys Ferguson, Jackie Mitchell and Nancy O’Shea. This cairn in Stanmore Bay Reserve acknowledges the enormous effort that the Society put in to save the reserve from development.

at the site in Shakespear Regional Park where puriri trees were planted for the group two years ago. There will also be a celebratory lunch at Rotary House on May 16. The Horticultural Society’s record of how Stanmore Bay Reserve was saved from development is attached to this story at localmatters.co.nz

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A stream could once again flow through D’Oyly Reserve.

Whangaparaoa wetlands ebb and flow Wetlands in Whangaparaoa will be both lost and regained if a proposal put forward by Auckland Council staff gains traction. The basis of the proposal is to will ensure the delivery of additional restore D’Oyly Reserve to wetland in housing in a very tight market and an mitigation for the loss of the “streams enhanced green space and waterway at and wetland area” in Link Crescent, D’Oyly Reserve in the process,” he says. which will be piped underground to Hibiscus & Bays Local Board chair enable residential development there. Julia Parfitt says that the plan will also Council stormwater specialists are provide educational opportunities for working in tandem with CCO Panuku local schools – particularly Stanmore Bay School. Development Auckland on the plan. They have told the Hibiscus & Bays D’Oyly Reserve currently consists Local Board that the loss of the wetland of mown grass on top of what was at Link Crescent is “unavoidable”. historically a stream. Recreational To offset this, Council and Panuku activities in the reserve are affected are proposing that the piped stream by the fact that it’s boggy in winter, in D’Oyly Reserve, Stanmore Bay, as the stormwater pipe beneath has be returned to a more natural state, insufficient capacity, resulting in “resulting in a net gain in ecological overflows. function and stormwater treatment”. Council’s senior stormwater specialist, The restoration of the D’Oyly wetland Wolfgang Kanz, says that the proposal will also “improve public recreational is to bring the water within the pipe, opportunities with the provision of which is fed by a relatively large boardwalks, cycleways and native upstream catchment, into a reinstated plantings,” the board was told. natural streambed. The stream edges Panuku Development Auckland’s would be planted in an ecologically development manager, Adam sound and attractive way. Both passive Sadgrove says that the need to cater for and active recreation, potentially the loss of wetland at 20 Link Crescent including walk and cycleways and could have posed a real risk to how the grassed play areas may be included in Link Crescent housing development the final design. proceeded. The local board has given the project “But thanks to a collaborative effort its support in principle and requested between Council departments and the a detailed design and public input developer, we have an outcome that before giving its final approval.

Paving the way for work to begin

The widening of a concrete path to create a 3m-wide walk and cycleway over Orewa Reserve from the southern end of the beach to the southern end of the carpark has been put back a little, and construction is now expected to commence early this month. The project, which is costing ratepayers $520,000 should be complete in June. Are you following us on facebook www.facebook.com/hibiscusmatters

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Sean Campbell won Digital Image of the night recently with this shot taken at the southern end of Muriwai Beach. “I was photographing the waves crashing up the rocky ledge, when this lone, colourful, surfer striding into view caught my eye. The camera was set on manual and high speed, which allowed me to capture the moment; seconds later he and the wave were gone,” Sean said.

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Rodney MP Mark Mitchell was a last minute addition to a group of MPs who shaved their heads for the Shave for a Cure campaign at Parliament on March 29. The people who have their heads shaved do so to raise money for Leukaemia and Blood Cancer NZ. Mark is pictured rocking his number one cut with Minister Amy Adams, who wielded the razor. To donate, go to shaveforacure. co.nz and search for Mark Mitchell’s page.

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April Exhibitions

Time to start backcombing and dust off those shoulder pads – the 1980s are coming back, for one night only, in Orewa. For the fourth year running, the Pearl Runga and Justin Maclaren, Bayleys 80s Bash, featuring the band as well as Opshop’s drummer Bobby Automatic 80s will take place in Kennedy and bassist Clint Harris, and Orewa, providing what promoter Paul lead guitarist Danny McCrum (of The Farnan of Pitch Perfect Promotions Buskers band). describes as “an authentic and accurate The Bayleys 80s Bash takes place 80s music experience”. on May 7 at Orewa Arts and Events It’s a night given over to a party Centre, 76 Riverside Rd, Orewa, atmosphere and memorable music 7.30pm–midnight. Tickets, $40 are from the decade that gave us New available from dashtickets.co.nz or Romantic and New Wave bands such email paul@pitchperfectpromotions. as Simple Minds, Style Council, Soft co.nz or Orewa Sruf Lifesaving Club. Cell, the Eurythmics, Madness and This year a portion of ticket sales Duran Duran. goes to Orewa Surf Lifesaving Club. Playing that music live on the night Over the past four years, more is Automatic 80s – a band that than $109,000 has been raised for features the vocals of Stanmore Bay organisations that include Silverdale teachers (and Stillwater residents) Rugby Club and Ironbros 4 Maddy.

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Entrance to Orewa celebrated Recent improvements to facilities at Western Reserve, designed to create a good impression at the gateway to Orewa, can be explored at a free community day to be held this weekend. In the last six months several local board-funded projects in the reserve, including the skate park, Estuary Arts Centre’s educational wing and toilet

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facilities, have been completed. Hibiscus and Bays Local Board chair Julia Parfitt says feedback about the improvements has been fantastic, with people commenting on how they have helped transform the entrance to Orewa. “Our community day is a wonderful opportunity for locals to come together, have fun and enjoy all that this space has to offer,” she says. The local board has worked with a wide range of organisations that use the reserve to provide fun activities on the Community Day, which takes place on Sunday, April 10, 12noon–3pm. Entertainment will include dog agility shows, skate demonstrations and lessons, rock climbing, Have a Go at bowls, bouncy castle, children’s toys, face painting and story time. There will also be food and hot drinks for sale. Info: visit facebook.com/hibiscusandbays for an event programme.

Rose recipients

The Hibiscus Coast Zonta Club celebrated International Women’s Day last month by honouring three local women volunteers. This year’s Zonta rose recipients were Charisma fashion store owner Beryl Clark, who has supported many local charities, Diane McKinstry, who works at the Parenting Place and Hospice volunteer and Francesca’s instigator Gaye Burridge.

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The power of the pen

If you want to make sense of things, try writing it down – that’s the advice that author and cancer survivor Jane Bissell of Arkles Bay will share, along with inspiration and ‘how to get started’ at a journal and life writing workshop in Whangaparaoa. Jane has kept a journal for more than 40 years, since she was a teenager. On the surface, putting pen to paper is simple, but Jane says the benefits run deep, providing good therapy, total freedom of expression and a way to process things that are going on in your life. “You’ll be amazed what comes out, at times,” she says. “You can see a problem more clearly and assess it once it’s written down.” She therefore wrote like fury back in 2001 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and says her journal helped her get through that emotionally challenging and stressful time. Jane published her first book in 2004, based on the journal she kept while Jane Bissell says journal writing is a undergoing treatment for cancer. way to get through difficult times. Another book on the same theme, The – but for me that hand-pen-paper Pink Party, followed in 2007. connection is what works.” Recently she began taking workshops Jane’s Writing your Life workshop, to help others discover how to begin part-funded by Auckland Council’s writing a journal and how the journals Creative Communities, is on Saturday, can develop into local stories or April 16 in the Pohutukawa Room histories to be shared, or books (fiction at Whangaparaoa Library, 10am– or non-fiction). 3.30pm. It costs $15 and registering “All you need to get started is a 25c beforehand is essential as spaces are exercise book, a pen and your time,” limited. Info/registration: online Jane says. “Some prefer to work on a janebissell.co.nz, email jbissell@xtra. tablet or computer – there are no rules co.nz or phone 428 3385.

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Alzheimers Auckland is calling upon local businesses and the public to gather friends, family and colleagues to raise funds for the 15,000 Aucklanders living with dementia, for whom everyday tasks, even those as simple as making a cuppa, can be difficult. Cuppa for a Cause can be held at your home, your workplace, or anywhere of your choosing from now until May. This year’s Cuppa packs supplied by Alzheimers Auckland include delicious recipes, including two from Trudi Nelson. Alzheimers Auckland has also teamed up with Dilmah to offer one Cuppa host the chance to win a Year of Free Tea and a set of cups for sharing a picture of their Cuppa through social media or by email. With only 50 percent of its costs funded by District Health Boards, Alzheimers Auckland depends on fundraising initiatives like this so that it can continue supporting families and individuals affected by dementia. Contact Alzheimers Auckland to request your Cuppa Pack, invite people along, and either set up a fundraising page online, or collect funds on the day. Info: alzheimers.co.nz or phone 09 622 4230.

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Demonstration crystallises views on seawall

Orewa residents’ views are divided on whether they want a seawall design that provides more grassed reserve area or more dry, sandy beach – which are the two options being proposed by Auckland Council. Either way Council is proposing a Julia Parfitt, were on hand to explain 2.5m walkway to allow for cycling and the proposals and answer questions. walking, on top of a new seawall on the Residents spoken to by Hibiscus northern part of the beach, between Matters at the Open Day were in both Kohu Street and Marine View. The camps. Most who attended were living proposed wall combines engineered in the Kohu Street to Marine View rip-rap rocks with a grouted rock wall area, or in other parts of Orewa. on either side of access points to the Some people thought losing the dry beach. Either way, regular sand transfer sand, of which there is not much in any by diggers from the southern end of the case on this part of the beach, was worth beach will be part of the mix to provide it for an attractive edge to the reserve. a sacrificial buffer against erosion. Others said that a planted edge to the Where the two plans diverge, is how reserve was not necessary because the much reserve area should be retained. reserve is only for walking and cycling One option is to maximise the width – asking ‘why add space on top when of the reserve including planted areas, it’s flat anyway?’ making a visual break between the Around 50 people attended the open rock wall and the beach – the wall day and many commented that having would therefore extend further out the stringline to demonstrate the size and onto the beach, taking up more of the proposal was helpful. dry sand area. The informal consultation, which The other option is to keep the reserve began towards the end of last year, width to a minimum and reduce the closed on March 31. The next step is for planted areas, thereby reducing the Council to apply for resource consent, extent of seawall that occupies the beach. The physical dimensions of the two proposals and their impacts on the reserve and beach were demonstrated in three locations with stringlines at a Beach Open Day held on Sunday, March 20. Council staff involved in the project, The extent of the wall beyond the as well as Hibiscus & Bays Local current reserve was made apparent Board members Janet Fitzgerald and using stringlines.

What side of the fence are you on? The size of the proposed seawall options on Orewa Beach were set out at a public open day and views were mixed.

seeking full public notification – this means the public will be able to make formal submissions. The date for lodging consent is expected to be around June. The local board is seeking funding for the project from the governing body and chair Julia Parfitt remains

confident that should the proposal gain resource consent, the money will be forthcoming. The design plans, engineering assessments and consent fees for the proposed 640m wall have cost ratepayers $265,000. The work in total is expected to cost around $5 million.

Night skating a bright idea

The popularity of Orewa Skatepark in Western Reserve is such that skaters are asking Auckland Council to turn the lights on so they can use the park at night. Local skater Lewis Peart gathered almost 500 signatures on a petition asking Council for the lighting. In his petition, Lewis says there is demand from a large group of skaters who work all day and want to have a good skate session at night, and also a lot who just want to skate for as long as they can. “The facilities are already available and is a waste of a good resource to leave the lights off,” he says. He suggests that the main reason they are turned off is likely due to negative stereotypes about skateboarders. “The skaters that use Orewa Skate Park are for the most part, athletes and very committed to becoming sponsored. If the lights are on, it gives all of us more room and time to practice, and also assures that the facilities are used to their fullest extent, as well as providing an outlet for kids at night, to keep them off the streets,” he says. Lewis plans to personally present the petition to Council.

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Raising funds a tall order Selection to represent Basketball NZ as a Junior Tall Fern was exciting news for Katie Diakhaby, and reward for years of dedication to the sport, but it comes with a high price tag for her family. Katie, aged 17, has been playing basketball for around seven years including for Orewa College and at representative level at North Harbour. The 1.85m tall forward says that she would one day like to play for the Tall Ferns. Her recent selection as a member of the Junior Tall Ferns U19 team means a busy year of training, camps and international competition including the Youth Women’s Basketball Tournament in China this month and another in Fiji at the end of the year. “It’s a great honour to be selected for the Junior Tall Ferns,” Katie says. “We have a strong team and I know everyone wants to do well in the tournament.” Katie Diakhaby of Orewa College has Taking part in the event in China also taken the next step towards her goal means raising $5000. Savings from of playing for the Tall Ferns. Katie’s job at Subway are going in the great news that she’s playing for NZ pot, but her mother Sarah has also set but we have to find a way to fund that.” up a Give a Little page in hope of raising Donations of any amount to help enough to make the trip possible. towards the cost of travel to the “Some parents can reach into their tournament can be made at Givealittle pockets, others can’t,” Sarah says. “It’s – look for helpkatiegotochina. Red Beach surf lifesaver Kelsi Boocock, pictured, is the only local who has made it into the team that will represent NZ at the Sanyo Cup in Japan this year. She is also in the NZ Development Squad named by Surf Life Saving NZ last month. Two Orewa lifesavers, Ella Drinnan and Grace Kaihau, were picked for the NZ Youth Squad. The Development and Youth Squads include athletes who have the potential to represent NZ at both Open and Youth levels in the future.

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The Family Fun Run/Walk, will be held on April 30. Info: Organisers, Michelle and Phil Rymer of Montage Health and Fitness ph 021 288 7733.

Gibbs Farm Fundraiser Hibiscus Coast Raiders Under Nines Gold Coast trip fundraiser. Tickets to Gibbs Sculpture Farm from 10am to 2pm on April 21 (school holidays). Cost is $60 per family pass or $20 per adult, $15 per school age child, under five is free. Phone/text Steve Brewer 021 191 4378 or Wendy Mackie 021 217 3900 to buy your tickets.

Netball holiday programme Netball 3-day clinic or 1 day skill sessions for Year 36 children. Run by Isy Stevenson and Glenda Emery at Hibiscus Coast Netball Centre, Edith Hopper Park, Manly. April 1921 and 2628, 9am3pm. $135 for 3-day clinic or $45 per day session. Info: email: netballhp@xtra.co.nz or phone 021 228 8175. To list sports news for FREE email: terry@localmatters.co.nz

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Classifiedadvertising COMMUNITY NOTICES 60S UP GROUP meet third Wednesday of month, Rates Payers Hall Whangaparaoa, 10am coffee, Guest speakers, trivia quiz a great laugh, Prizes, outings, and a show. Ph Dorothy 428 2075 or Marguerita 424 2998. AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS classes for ages 8 and up. Training in Okura and Silverdale 4 times a week. Fitness, Flexibility, self-confidence, Selfdefence. Beginners train free! Ph 022 320 1202. ARE YOU A SMALL, LOCAL NOT-FORPROFIT GROUP helping people in our community and in need of some funds? Hibiscus Community House may be able to help. Christine 426 3598 or em: hbccommunityhouse@xtra.co.nz BOAT BITS SALE, Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, April 23. All boaties welcome. An opportunity to buy or swap boat bits. Open 8.30am–11am. Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour Marina. More info ph 424 2118. CLEARING OUT YOUR WARDROBE? Francesca’s in Silverdale need donations of good quality, top label and designer clothing, shoes and accessories. These will be either be sold at Francesca’s or at their fashion parade in May, to generate funds for Hibiscus Hospice. Please drop off your donated items to Francesca’s at 20 Silverdale St, Silverdale. FRIDAY ART GROUP, 10am–12pm, Orewa Community Church. Art classes with an experienced teacher. Suitable for beginner to advanced. Stimulating projects, guest artists, explore new ideas and discover your artistic abilities. HIBISCUS HOSPICE URGENTLY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS – Whangaparaoa Hospice Shop requires volunteers for counter sales and sorting donations, Saturday morning and afternoon shifts available. Silverdale Hospice Shop requires volunteers for retail work. Shifts available, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday morning and afternoon. For further information contact Christine See Ph 421 9180. HIBISCUS MINIATURES CLUB every second Sunday of the month, 9.30am– 2.30pm, the Girl Guide hall, Centreway Road, Orewa. Next meeting, April 10. HIBISCUS SPIRIT AWAKENING AND HEALING CENTRE. We meet fortnightly in orewa, mediumship, healing, and a chance to meet with like minded people. All welcome. Lynda 424 1998. KIWI DANCE CLUB, SOCIAL DANCE ballroom, Latin American, new vogue, Modern sequence. All welcome. 4th Sun of month, 5pm-8pm. A great way to meet people. Silverdale Hall, Phone 427 5542 or 022 081 6476. Next event April 24. LADIES CRAFT CLUB, Tuesday 10am, Orewa Community Church. Various Crafts; including mosaics, card making, scrapbooking, quilting & beading. Creché available. Come along and try a new craft and make some new friends. RODNEY APHASIA GROUP meet 4th Thurs of month, Rotary House Silverdale Highway, 1.30-3pm. Our group offers

support, friendship & rehabilitation opportunities to people with aphasia following stroke. Membership $10 p/yr. Ph Lisa 428 0414. SALSA DANCE CLASSES: Mondays 7pm–8pm, Orewa Community Centre. ZUMBA CLASSES: Wednesdays 7pm– 8pm, Stillwater Community Centre. Everyone welcome. Ph 022 428 3610. facebook.com/zumbabrazilsydneyII SENIOR MOMENTS a social activity group for seniors on the Hibiscus Coast. Mon & Thurs, Red Beach Methodist Church Hall, 10am–12.30pm. Looking for volunteer drivers to transport guests from their homes to the centre and back. Ph Monique 027 253 5557. TRAPS AND BAIT FOR RATS and other predators available for sale. Support the Pest Free Peninsula project and your local Forest and Bird branch. Email hbcfnb.orders@gmail.com for more info. OREWA LADIES GARDEN CLUB monthly meetings. 2nd Thursday of month with guest speaker or garden visits. Trading table, afternoon tea. 12.30pm at Orewa Catholic Church Hall, Centreway Rd, Orewa. Ph Ann 427 8377 WHANGAPARAOA COMBINED PROBUS CLUB A club for retired or semi-retired people, meeting once a month. Guest speakers, morning tea etc. as well as trips and lunches out. Great way to meet friendly locals. Ph Peter or Raewyn 424 8227. WHANGAPARAOA ROTARY CLUB would welcome any Rotarian or Rotaract person who has transferred into the area. Contact details can be found: www.whangaparaoarotary.org

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Composting made easy, Orewa Library, 11am. Rosie Hutchinson from Rodney Compost Collective offers advice on how to reduce waste to landfill and keep it at home instead. Suitable for adults and children.

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Free Predator and Pest Control workshop, presented by the Gecko Trust, Okura Community Centre, 81 Okura River Rd, Okura. Talk by pest control expert Richard Chambers. Morning tea provided.

Orewa Community Day, Western Reserve, 12noon–3pm. Celebrating Western Reserve facilities. Entertainment for the whole family. (see story p22) Zonta presents Jeni Pearce, speaking about Finding Balance in a Time of Extremes, Centrestage Theatre, Orewa, 7.30pm. Jeni is a dietician, nutritionist, author and lecturer and will speak about finding a work/life balance. $20 including coffee and dessert. Tickets email ginneyjackson@gmail.com

Hibiscus Coast Business Women’s evening, Red Beach Surf Lifesaving Club, Red Beach, 6.15pm–10pm. Meet local businesswomen Iris Barrow, Lorene Dennis, Eugenie Kruger and Gail Stevens as well as breast cancer survivor Suzanne Lipanovich. Tickets $20 – proceeds to NZ Breast Cancer Foundation. Info and bookings, email valentina@nz1stfinancialservices.co.nz or ph 021 627 802. (See ad p9)

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Silverdale Historical Society Coach trip to Auckland Museum to view Air NZ and Home Front exhibitions and Ewelme Cottage, Parnell. Fare $28. To book, phone 424 8615.

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Community enjoys sand sculpture challenge The Orewa Beach sandcastle competition blew people away in more ways than one with numbers taking part almost triple those of last year, and high onshore winds on the day. A total of 33 teams entered in the event, which took place on March 20. Sculptors from In Good Form said that the battle with the wind over several days made their task of building a giant sculpture on Moana Reserve more challenging than at last year’s inaugural event. Their 2.5m-high sculpture on a theme of Orewa Beach impressed onlookers, including some who came back regularly over the five days that it took to construct. A final spray with a mix of PVA glue and water helped hold it in one piece. Local families built a wide range of sand creations with tools that included brushes and even spirit levels. Castles, a church and boats were built along with a range of creatures including dogs, dragons, dolphins and the Easter bunny. Asheley Elizabeth and Cynthia van de Loo of In Good Form and Lia Shelford from More FM found judging to be a difficult task because of the high standard and variety of sculptures. Criteria included artistic as well as technical merit, but organiser Hellen Wilkins of Destination Orewa says the community as a whole was the Clockwise from top, Katherine Urquhart of Hatfields Beach (centre) and friends Ariana Burrell and Ben Kolodziej took first prize winner on the day. “It was great to see of $500 with their giant fish. The group of friends who were last year’s winners came third equal with their graveyard scene, the number of teams that had adults complete with skeleton, grave digging tools and headstones. Rhiannon and Kingston Stevens chose to be buried in sand, only in them as well as the family giving their mermaids a 3D element. Ten-year old Anneliese Smith made this dolphin with her mum, Hibiscus Matters’ designer and youth teams, making this an all Lorry McCarthy. A detail from In Good Form’s sculpture. A replica of the church in England where Jo Dixey of Helensville was inclusive event for all ages.” christened was made by Jo’s uncle Bill (pictured) and father Tony – both builders. More photos www.localmatters.co.nz

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