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Realism shines from artist’s fine detail When Beachlands’ Sue Collins was thrown out of art classes by her school teacher in England because of a perceived lack of talent, she never dreamed she would one day be creating stunning artworks on the other side of the world. Next week Sue’s Mellow Yellow - a handsome acrylic ink depiction of larger than life lillies - will be proudly exhibited in the Easter Show annual art competition. And the following week three of her works will feature in the Tony Clarke Fine Arts School exhibition in Pakuranga. “I never in my wildest dreams thought I could create paintings like these,” says Sue, manager at Harcourts Real Estate Beachlands. “I still have to pinch myself that they’re mine.” Sue attributes her artistic success to her art teacher Tony Clarke and his unique tuition and painting style, for creating exceptional artworks. Sue took up a friend’s dare five years ago to try art classes with Tony and was amazed

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Change of priorities needed to promote local tourism THE EDITOR SAYS BY DUNCAN PARDON duncan@pctimes.co.nz At age 17 I distinctly remember arriving in the small town of Tirau one evening, having ridden my Suzuki 50cc motorbike from Auckland in the pouring rain. I remember standing outside a Tirau Fish & Chip shop, soaked to the skin, and thinking: “What a dump!” How things have changed. Tirau is now one of our favourite places. It’s got the corrugated iron thing going, there are some great gift and antique shops, an old fashioned country pub, the clock shop, a good information centre and some fabulous cafes and coffee places – some of which are quite unusual. The whole town follows the rustic (and rusty) iron theme. It’s now a compulsory stop on the drive south. If they can do it in Tirau, why can’t we do it here? We are on the Pacific Coast Highway, so what a terrific opportunity to transform some of our villages and make them a top destination for overseas tourists in their

camper vans. Clevedon Village is the obvious place to start and we’ve talked before about perhaps giving it a country & western theme: hay bales in the main street, hitching posts for horses, natural timber shop frontages, old fashioned drinking fountains and hand-cranked water pumps, Victorian-style street lamps, cobbled roadway, wagon wheels, maybe a cowboy-themed kids’ playground, perhaps horse drawn carriage rides as in Devonport. Clevedon has a great business association, one of the most pro-active I’ve come across in 30 years of working on community newspapers. It punches well above its weight. But to bring about a Tirau-scale transformation requires not just a buy-in by local businesses but some serious funding. That’s where I think Auckland Council’s tourism agency, ATEED, needs to change its priorities. Big multimillion dollar one-off events such as the V8 car racing are all well and good, but surely the long-term tourism gains will come through investing in permanent fixtures, by creating sought-after tourist attractions, marketing them globally, and providing the infrastructure they need for a bustling tourist trade.

MEANWHILE, we have at least discovered the secret to getting those old, narrow and dangerous rural bridges replaced. I’m thinking particularly of Ryburns Bridge outside Clevedon, and the bridge across the Mangemangeroa Gorge. All we have to do is ask Hunua MP Andrew Bayly to resign and force a by-election. We could then invite Winston Peters to stand and before you know it we’d have all the nice new bridges we want! PERHAPS the Government could fix the rest of our roads at the same time. At the weekend we drove from Papakura to Beachlands, via Clevedon, in a van loaded down with heavy pot plants. Every bump in the road reminded me of how truly, truly awful the road surface is on most of our rural roads. Frankly, they are a disgrace and dangerous as well, especially if you are a cyclist trying to avoid both the traffic and the bumps in the road. It explains why at least half the population our here drive 4 x 4s.

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Litter levels dropping at beaches By Teri Doran Beachlands School, local businesses, and residents joined forces recently to help rid neighboring beaches and coastlines of litter. School pupils, parents and teachers, Ray White Lighthouse Real Estate, Harcourts Real Estate, and volunteers took part in the annual Pohutukawa Coast beach clean-up. Te Puru Centre’s Nikki Ferigo, event organiser, says litter picked-up this year has been markedly reduced compared to previous clean-ups. “The good news is that there was noticeably less rubbish at most beaches,” says Nikki. “Could be our annual efforts are having a big effect, or maybe we are all getting better at not littering, or picking it [refuse] up as we see it.” However, Nikki says it’s not all good news. A new culprit surfaces as a main threat to local beaches. Doggy-poo wrapped in plastic bags has emerged as the leading cause of pollution to our coastline. An abundance of the unwanted canine excrement packages was found thrown over the cliff at Leigh Auton Reserve. Nikki describes the findings as “considerable”, and “disgusting.” Nikki urges local dog owners to be more thoughtful about their actions. “People aren’t thinking about the consequences. Just because it’s out of site, doesn’t mean it has been disposed of properly. It’s polluting the sea. Our sea and beaches struggle enough.” As well as the health and safety risk posed by the discarded dog waste, Nikki adds that the plastic bags pose a marine hazard. “One of the terrible things about plastics is they don’t biodegrade. Every piece of plastic which has ended up in the sea still exist somewhere in one shape or another.” Nikki says the main concern of the plastic pollution is that it is ingested by marine life, releasing toxins into their system, and back into the food chain. “It’s bad for the animals, and bad for us.” Nikki says it’s time for people to “stop burying their heads in the sand.” “Do as much as you can to reduce your use of plastics. Use cloth bags to carry shopping, refillable drink bottles, wrap lunches in paper, and pick up litter when you see it.

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For Sale: $1,249,000 View: Saturday and Sunday 3:00 - 3:30pm www.barfoot.co.nz/532705

For Sale: $875,000 View: Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 pm & Sat/Sun 12:00 - 12:30pm www.barfoot.co.nz/537923

Ian Boswell M 027 285 9314 A/H 09 530 8403 Beachlands 09 536 4990

Mark Van Etten M 027 523 2245 P 09 536 7284 Beachlands 09 536 4990

1 Hunua 259 Skyhigh Road Designed and built only 12 years ago and with the extended family in mind this house is can either be 2 x 2 bedroom units or one large house of 4-5 bedrooms. All this on 3.6 hectares of rolling land, which is split between 4 paddocks and some native bush. For Sale: $965,000 View: By Appointment www.barfoot.co.nz/539223

Set on over 1,210m2 of north facing prime land, this stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom contemporary residence can now all be yours. Designed to capture natural light from nearly every angle while taking in big water views, this substantial home offers comfort and space the whole family will enjoy. For Sale: $1,395,000 View: SAT/SUN 1:00 - 1:30pm www.barfoot.co.nz/540245

Ian Boswell M 027 285 9314 E i.boswell@barfoot.co.nz Beachlands 09 536 4990 Nicolette Hale M 027 702 9157 E n.hale@barfoot.co.nz Beachlands 09 536 4990

OPEN HOME

Nicolette Hale M 027 702 9157 Beachlands 09 536 4990

Beachlands 6 Intrepid Crescent

Richard Sumner M 027 292 4754 E rsumner@barfoot.co.nz Clevedon 09 292 8348

Hunua 61 Heald Road Make the break to the country, pack up the kids and try your hand at rural lifestyle living. This tidy 3 bedroom home offers just that opportunity. Set on 5260sqm with one small paddock, two single garages and barn there’s ample room for the ag day pet, a few chooks and a wonderful vege garden. For Sale: $630,000 View: By Appointment www.barfoot.co.nz/540765

Joanne MacLean M 027 291 1440 A/H 09 292 2408 E j.maclean@barfoot.co.nz Clevedon 09 292 8348 Jan Sinclair M 027 839 6762 A/H 09 292 2421 E jsinclair@barfoot.co.nz Clevedon 09 292 8348

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March 2015

Monthly Real Estate News: Geoff Lovegrove Professionals ONE TEAM, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT At Lovegrove Realty, our successful and focused property management team is highly experienced in their unique roles. Whether you’re a seasoned property investor or are starting out with your portfolio, it’s crucial to appoint a reputed and credible property manager to look after your home. Yet when it comes to property management, ensuring that the best tenant is selected and rent is paid on time is only one part of the overall picture.

Exceptional customer service is at the heart of Lovegrove Realty. We’re privileged to service a large portion of Auckland, through our established presence in both Manukau City and the Pohutukawa Coast. And as of last month, we’re delighted to welcome our Pakuranga office into the Professionals fold. Our core focus is to work as one team. We believe this sets us apart from our competitors and allows us to satisfy our clients at all stages of their real estate journey. So what does this mean for our customers? Greater flexibility We have hundreds of thousands of homes in our geographical remit, so we can assist you with property needs across the Auckland region. Whether you’re looking to downsize, upsize, move closer to family or are looking for an easier commute, our network of offices can help. We’re proud to say we help more buyers and sellers than any other Professionals agency in the greater Auckland area.

Innovative ideas We know that some of the best results come from engaging and sharing ideas with others. That’s why at Lovegrove Realty our entire network meets regularly to share listings and leads, and to bounce ideas off each other. We all have different individual strengths; when combined, these are powerful tools that result in innovative marketing campaigns and solutions. Recognised success Simply put, teamwork gets results, and nowhere was this shown more clearly than last year’s win at the Professionals Annual Rewards, where we were awarded the coveted top office spot for Auckland and Northland. As the criteria includes the number of sales achieved, revenue and market share, this award clearly demonstrates the results we drive for our clients. In essence, all these elements demonstrate our focus on exceptional customer service. Whether you’re buying, selling, renting or looking for a property manager, Lovegrove Realty’s ‘one team’ philosophy has all your needs covered.

Market Report

Days to sell

Median Price

Feb 2014

Jan 2015

Feb 2015

% Annual increase

Auckland Region

$592,000

$660,000

$675,000

14%

Eastern Beaches

$762,500

$822,000

$868,500

12.2%

*figures provided by REINZ

lovegrove realty ltd

MREINZ licensed real estate agent REAA 2008

District

Our property managers take care of the hard yards – everything from advertising for tenants, checking references, and processing bond payments. And that’s even before your tenants move in, which is where the hard work starts! We’ll then perform regular comprehensive checks to ensure that our managed homes remain in excellent condition, and deal swiftly with any unexpected issues or maintenance that may arise. We also recognise that many landlords and investors want to maximise their rental yield and capital growth. One of our distinct points of difference is our premium service where we guarantee your rental income, to help property owners achieve their long term objectives. Let us take care of your property, while you take care of business. We love making property investment a breeze.

Sales Volume National Sales Distribution Price Band

Feb 2015

Auckland Region

1764

Under $400,000

3073

Eastern Beaches

165

$400,000 - $599,999

1809

$600,000 - $999,999

1439

$1 million and over

577

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lovegrove realty ltd licensed real estate agent

WHITFORD

HOME ON 1 ACRE - AUCTION SUNDAY

In demand and especially sought after, a rarity in-fact - an acre in Whitford including a substantial family home. This sprawling 350m2 home enjoys elevated panoramic views of the rural countryside, coast and city landscapes. It encompasses 4 bedrooms, 2 lounge areas, a rumpus room and a huge basement area that could offer extended family many options, or could be ideal as a work-from-home option or even workshop. This property offers ample off-street parking, double internal access garaging and storage sheds. If you seek a rural lifestyle for your family, but need to be conveniently located close to the city fringe for schooling (zoned for Botany College) and work, then this property offers you the opportunity to escape to the country. Having enjoyed this big family home for 40 years, our owners are selling up and downsizing. This kind of sought-after lifestyle property won't be on the market long enough for second thoughts. Open: Sat & Sun 12:30 - 1:00pm Auction Sunday 29th March 2015 at 1:00pm Address: 354 Whitford Road View Online www.lovegroverealty.co.nz ID#PMK13150 Source of Info: Council website 4

Karen Hay

ddi 09 555 9136 mob 021 448 191 email: karen.hay@professionals.co.nz

Professionals Lovegrove Realty Ltd Pohutukawa Coast Office

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WHAT’S ON

LOG CABIN, 62 WAKELIN ROAD,

SUNKIST BAY RESERVE, BEACHLANDS

ART AND CRAFT WORKSHOPS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS APRIL 2015 Creative workshops for adults and children WORKSHOP PROGRAMME TUESDAY 7 & 14 APRIL Mosaic Workshop 10-12.30pm $40 per person, including morning tea

Textiles Workshop Learn sewing skills, make your own bag, cushion cover or soft toy 1.30-3.30pm $25 per person

THURSDAY 9 & 16 APRIL Screen Printing 10am - 12pm $20 per person

Sculputure with recycled materials 1-3.00pm $20 per person

FRIDAY 10 & 17 APRIL Clock Making 10am-12pm $20 per person

Jewellery Making 1-2.3pm $15 per person

All materials provided for all workshops For enquires and bookings contact: Jennie Jonker 536 4239 or Christina Rodriguez 022 184 2270

TO BOOK PH: 536 6122 OR EMAIL: admin@logcabin.org.nz www.logcabin.org.nz

FRIDAY MARCH 27: And every Friday during term. Maraetai Beachlands Playgroup. Playtime session for children under 5 years and babies. Come for a coffee/ tea and chat with other parents or caregivers. Indoor and outdoor play area with lots of toys. Any further info contact Louise 536 4281 or Sarah 536 5013. FRIDAY MARCH 27: And every Friday during daylight saving at 6pm. Social Bowls at Maraetai Bowling Club. Bowls and tuition provided. Men $5 women a small salad please. Ph. Derek at 5364626 FRIDAY MARCH 27: Free family event in Beachlands. Afternoon of fun and entertainment for the entire family. Activities and games such as inflatables, an eight foot rock climbing wall, sport games, colouring in and dance competitions with plenty of spot prizes up for grabs. Come on down and join in the fun. Sunkist Bay Reserve, 3 to 6pm. SATURDAY MARCH 28: Elim Christian College Gala - A fun day out for the whole family, 10am -2 pm. Cafe, community marketplace, international food, cakes, cookies, candy, cilent auctions, fun games and activities, music, toys, treats,facepainting, family photos, pre-loved clothes, hangi. junior campus, 94 Golfland Drive, Botany. SUNDAY MARCH 29: A special commemoration marking the 150th anniversary of the Waikato Immigration Scheme. The Clevedon community is being invited to a guided cemetery walk (12.15pm from the Clevedon Presbyterian Church cemetery), then time for a picnic

IF YOU ARE SEEKING THE CHRISTIAN TEACHING AND FELLOWSHIP YOU READ OF IN THE BIBLE

Then we invite you to a series of services being held in the Beachlands Memorial Hall, Wakelin Road Sunday at 7pm Messages from the Bible only. Services are free and without obligation Speakers: J Wood and A Seager

lunch at the McNicol Homestead before a 2pm ceremony at the Clevedon Bridge Historic Reserve. SUNDAY MARCH 29: Christian Teaching at Beachlands Memorial Hall, 7pm. If you are seeking the Christian teaching and fellowship you read of in the bible, come along and hear J Woodland and A Seager. MONDAY MARCH 30: Pohutukawa Coast Rotary presents a talk by substance abuse counsellor Liz Jamieson-Hastings to be held at 7.30pm, St. Hildas Church Hall in Wakelin Rd, Beachlands. Gold coin donation. Refreshments following. Contact details: Ann on 0274 570 828 MONDAY MARCH 30: Kawakawa Bay/Orere Health Clinic Inc, Annual General Meeting 2015, 7.30pm. Kawakawa Bay Hall. All welcome. Light supper at end of meeting. TUESDAY MARCH 31: Staying Safe a relaxed and interactive driver refresher course for mature road users will be held from 9.30am to 2.30pm, at Howick Presbyterian Church, 11 Vincent Road, Howick. This off road course will cover 4 key themes: Keeping Safe – thinking about your safety, Being Safe – driving skills, Safe Journeys – managing road situations, Keep Moving Safely – alternatives to driving. Morning tea and lunch included. For further information and to book (essential for catering purposes), please email sandya@accm. org.nz or phone Age Concern on 279 4331 ext 800. WEDNESDAY APRIL 1: And every Wednesday Maraetai Beach Indoor Bowling Club, Maraetai Hall at 7.15pm SATURDAY APRIL 4: Orere School Gala, 9am to 1pm. Raffles, rides, stalls, white elephant, stall holders. Call Cindy on 2922 181. For donations, call Orere School on 292 2736 THURSDAY APRIL 9: Pohutukawa Coast Community Association monthly meeting, 7.30pm, Maraetai Coastguard Rooms, members welcome SATURDAY APRIL 11: “Beachlands Mini Market & Car Boot” at the Beachlands Chartered Club 9am12noon. Bring the family along for a fun morning with a variety of stalls + Sausage Sizzle, Quick Fire Raffles and Country Music.Collect up your unwanted items and have a Car Boot for $10 or have Stall for $20 and promote your business.Phone/Text Sheryl 536 6947 or 027 806 9519 to book

Painter loves animals PROSPECT OF HOWICK FISHING COMPETITION

KING OF THE PROSPECT

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SUNDAY 12 April 2015 $4,500 worth of PRIZES!

Includes $1000 cash for Mystery Weight Snapper Also featuring a Kids’ Fishing Contest!

FISH SPECIES: Snapper, Kingfish, Kahawai, Trevally, John Dory ENTRY FEE: $25 per line (Early bird) - $30 after 5th April FISHING TIMES: 4am - 4pm

WEIGH-IN: 4pm - 5pm Close

Tickets available: • Prospect of Howick Hotel

Ph: 534-3199 • The Big Fish, 141A Cascades Rd Ph: 576-2764 FREE BARBEQUE FOR COMPETITORS AFTER WEIGH IN. FISH WILL BE AUCTIONED FOR CHARITY Fishermen - mark your calendars for the ever popular King of the Prospect fishing competition which is on this Sunday, April 12. Hosted by the Bosun’s Fishing Club at the Prospect of Howick Hotel, the competition has been running for at least two decades and is one of the longest running local fishing contests in the area. “It’s always been very popular - we have locals who’ve fished in it for more than 16 years,” says organisor Barry O’Shaughnessy. “And we always get a number of keen fishermen from the Pohutukawa Coast taking part.” The Bosuns Fishing Club has around 50 members. With some $4, 500 worth of prizes to be won, the King of the Prospect contest holds plenty of incentive to enjoy a day’s fishing. A $1000 cash prize is up for grabs for the mystery weight snapper. Contest fish species include Snapper, Kingfish, Kahawai, Trevally and John Dory. Fishing starts at 4am and ends at 4pm with the weigh in back in the Garden Bar at the Bosuns Bar at the Prospect of Howick from 4-5pm. Entry fee: Early bird $25 per line. Tickets available from The Prospect of Howick Hotel and The Big Fish Bait and Tackle Co. All fish will be auctioned and the proceeds donated to charity.

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• FROM PAGE 1 An animal lover, Sue’s first work was a tiger, before she took on a bear and tried her hand at wolves, all with fur almost real enough to stroke. “It’s about giving them personality and bringing them to life,” she says. Sue also enjoys the challenge of portraiture and is currently working on the picture of a childhood friend from England. James Dean, Johnny Depp and an Indian chief have also come to life under Sue’s precise and practised brushstrokes. “When you are doing a portrait you have to see right inside their soul to do it well.” Her artistic journey has led her into contact with other locals who also love to paint. “I think there are a lot of very talented people out here on the Coast,” says Sue. Her own growing pas-

sion for painting proved a therapeutic lifeline when she battled an unexpectd and life threatening illness. “Painting was what kept me going,” say Sue. “I even took my art and my pencils into hospital and had my pictures on the walls. “A lot of me was being taken away but I was still me because I had my art.” With 12 months off work to recuperate, Sue painted virtually every day losing herself in her creations. Her Mellow Yellow lily depiction took some six months to complete using 16 layers of ink to create the stunningly lifelike image. Sue’s work will be on display at the Easter Show over Easter weekend and then at the TC School of Fine Arts in Ben Lomond Crescent from Wednesday 8 April - Sunday 12 April, 9.30am-4pm.

NEEDS YOU!

Coastguard Maraetai are looking for volunteers to join our unit. Being a volunteer is life changing, as well as lifesaving. You will receive free training to learn the skills required to crew on a rescue vessel.

Interested in finding out more?

Call Mike Sommerville on 021 765 742 or visit www.coastguard.co.nz/about-us/our-volunteers

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Information will help get school bus answers Specifically Andrew wants parents to research the issue and tell him: • Which buses are full and which are not • How many children are standing. • How big is the problem. He suggests talking with students over the past five years to find out whether they are aware of any injuries during their time on the buses. • How long are children standing for. Ten minutes may be accept-

• FROM PAGE 1 able, but an hour is not, he says. • Complete and collate the petition that has been circulating that calls for all children to be seated. “It will be useful to have, although the reality is it won’t change anything.” “Once we get all that information I am keen to have a discussion where we can perhaps work out a different model. Maybe we need an extra bus and maybe local businesses would be

prepared to help fund it? “Then I plan to talk to Auckland Transport as part of a wider discussion about their plans for this area. There’s $250 million in developer contributions going to the council and I want to see evidence of some of it being spent out here. Whitford Road will be on the agenda.” Andrew says he will also talk with Howick College to get it’s point of view on the bus issue.

PROPERTY WISE ON THE COAST

Time for a PROD! As I have written a lot about investing in property I thought it might be a good time to introduce my 4 step Property investing system. I find this is a very helpful system to avoiding property investing mistakes that can cost thousands of dollars. A good way to consider your options is to “PROD”: P: Plan – set a goal and purpose for the property investment decision. Is it a long term capital gain improvement property or is it a do up that you can add value to by improving it.... R: Research – thoroughly do your homework O: Over commitment - don’t, don’t, don’t ! D: Do it ! Don’t delay any longer, do , do, do, just do it !!! PLAN - Having a goal enables you to decide exactly what you need, and what is enough. If you have enough, you don’t need any more. For example, if your goal is a debt free home, and one investment property that gives you a regular monthly income, plus pension in your retirement, then start with that in mind. Or maybe your goal is not an investment . You might want to trade to a better property, or keep trading up to eventually buy a cliff top property with wonderful views, or a farm....etc

RESEARCH – Once you have decided what the purpose of the property is then you need to do the research - the property, the location, the area, and the numbers; preferably with a broker, accountant, and bank manager. OVER COMMITMENT - At all costs you want to avoid over committing yourself. Consider: Is the rent going to cover the mortgage? Can you comfortably top off the payments even if you have no tenant ? The maintenance of both house and grounds? Is it best to keep your present home and buy an investment, or sell and move up to a larger home ? This can sometimes be done with little extra monthly cost, when rents are taken into account. Either way you are moving up the property ladder. DO IT – once you have made up your mind, GO FOR IT ! One good well planned, well researched deal can set you up for life. Think long term. Life is a marathon, not a sprint.

By Peter Brinkley AREINZ

Principal Beachlands Real Estate WAKELIN ROAD, BEACHLANDS. Phone: 536 6121

JUST LISTED

Beachlands 96 Third View Avenue

Two Little Houses! ... two bedrooms each! Two (not so little) garages! On one super attractive 1012m2 section in the heart of old Beachlands. Fenced, flat and only a short walk to school, pre-school, shops and a choice of two lovely sandy beaches. The possibilities are endless - the potential great! What an opportunity! This will, quite simply, steal your heart away. What are you waiting for? Phone now to view, then you can make your ’To Do’ list!

Auction View Open

12th April at 3.30pm on site (unless sold prior) www.harcourts.co.nz/BH4757 Saturday and Sunday 2.30pm-3.30pm Gabrielle Burt P 09 536 6121 M 021 746 553 E gabrielle.burt@harcourts.co.nz Peter Brinkley P 09 536 6121 M 021 536 613 E peter.brinkley@harcourts.co.nz Beachlands Real Estate Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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CLEVEDON & DISTRICTS Bay crafters knit Anzac poppies

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914 CLEVEDON-KAWAKAWA BAY ROAD 9 kms from Clevedon Roundabout

These 115 poppies (right) have been made by members of the Kawakawa Bay Crafters and are being sent to “5000 Poppies NZ.” The original “5000 Poppies” was formed in Australia to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the ANZAC landing at Gallipoli. Last year “5000 Poppies NZ” followed, with the goal of 18,000 poppies as a visual tribute to each of the Kiwi personnel killed in World War I. The response from craft enthusiasts around the country has been amazing and to date nearly 26,000 have been knitted, crocheted or stitched. Other supporters are busily attaching the poppies to panels which will be displayed on ANZAC Day at the Airforce Museum in Christchurch and the Navy Museum in Devonport. At a later date the panels will be displayed at other venues around New Zealand. So far 18 panels have been assembled. Other groups of crafters are also working towards displays in their local libraries, RSAs and museums. What began as a small project by two women in Victoria, Australia, has now grown into a huge ground swell of interest and support. Photo: Clinton Schubert. www.intopix.co.nz

Special event marks 150th settler anniversary A special commemoration marking the 150th anniversary of the Waikato Immigration Scheme – which

brought new settlers to Clevedon – is being held on Sunday March 29. The Clevedon community is being invited to a guided cemetery walk (12.15pm from the Clevedon Presbyterian Church cemetery), followed by a picnic lunch at the McNicol Homestead before a 2pm ceremony at the Clevedon Bridge Historic Reserve. The Waikato Immigration Scheme of 1864 was a result of New Zealand finding itself short of labourers, stonemasons, domestic staff, tradespeople

blacksmiths etc. A service industry was required to assist the rural farming community to overcome problems due to this lack of skilled workers. The scheme was implemented to bring immigrants from South Africa, Ireland and Scotland. Thirteen sailing ships were involved but the ship that brought people to Wairoa South (Clevedon) was the SS Viola. The Viola left Glasgow, Scotland, on December 8, 1864 and dropped anchor in the Auckland harbour on April 4 1865.

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On board were 340 Scottish immigrants who had endured four months of confinement. The settlers were loaded into cutters and made their way south to the mouth of the Wairoa River. They made it to the Wairoa Landing Place, now known as the Clevedon Historic Reserve, on the downstream side of the Clevedon Bridge. They were initially sheltered in the former settlers’ stockade at McNicol’s and in tents nearby. For about half the passengers their journey was completed after they walked a track to Papakura. Many of them stayed for a while at the Kiri Kiri Redoubt not far from the top of Old Wairoa Road. The Wairoa Road, Papakura, used to be the main road to Clevedon.

Many of these settlers ended up farming in Settlement Road, Papakura. Land offered to the Viola settlers was in Settlement Road, Clevedon, now known as McNicol Road. The Government of the day was confiscating land off Maori as a result of the New Zealand Wars. Many new Wairoa South settlers could not have survived the rigours of being given a block of this land (usually ten acres) without the early assistance and generosity of local Maori and the settlers’ compatriots who had arrived up to 12 years earlier. Ironically, the Viola settlers came to fill gaps in the service industry, but it seems most of them took up farming. Many Viola descendants still live in the Clevedon district.

High tea fundraiser The Clevedon Family Centre’s recent high tea raised more than $350 for the Papakura Family Service Centre. Guest speakers were Papakura centre manager Louise Belcher and counsellor Melodie Breuer. “I think it was wonderful for peple to put a face to the name of the Papakura centre that we, as a church, have supported in practical ways over a number of years,” says Clevedon family centre manager Heather Chapman. “We heard firsthand the stories of what they are dealing with day to day and the diffference they are making in families’ lives.”

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CLEVEDON & DISTRICTS

New Presbyterian minister welcomed Presbyterian Church leaders from across the greater Auckland area met at Clevedon Presbyterian Church to welcome the Rev Martin Baker. into the ministry at Clevedon. Martin has been the senior minister in churches from Auckland to Dunedin and for the last nine years has been the Assembly Executive Secretary of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa-New Zealand, working in, and guiding the National Church from its head office in Wellington. For the last few years, Mark Chapman, the current and longstanding minister at Clevedon for 39 years, has encouraged the church to invite a second minister to Clevedon whose ministry would over-lap with his, and provide continuity on Mark’s retirement. The goal was realisedd when Martin agreed

what’s on ?

Easter Services Good Friday 10.00am Easter Sunday 10.00am with Kids Friendly Kidz Club

church ph 2928 061 family centre ph 292 3085 www.clevedonpresy.co.nz

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Mark Chapman (left) welcomes new minister Martin Baker. to work in association with Mark, and the new ministry was formally recognised and celebrated. The full parish. including Clevedon and Kawakawa Bay together with ministers from the surrounding Northern Presbytery, filled the church as

they gathered for the Induction Service. Formal proceedings were led by Rev Margaret Anne Low, and included a sermon by Rev Ron Lau’ese Minister of Mangere East St Mark’s Presbyterian Church. Matt John and team,

Gina Sanders and the choir from Mangere East provided musical interludes during the service. Following the service, Martin and his wife, Sandy Callister, were welcomed into the life and ministry of Clevedon Presbyterian.

Richard Sumner (Manager) Michelle Goodman (Rentals) John Ryburn Jill Franklin Joanne MacLean Jan Sinclair Tracy Corneal James Conquer Wendy Vroegop

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FREEPHONE 0800

270 200 Regular breast screening is important. Don’t put it off, it could save your life.

Goat control in Hunuas A number of tracks, campsites and access ways in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park will be closed until June 19 for feral goat control operations by Auckland Council. Feral goats are a significant pest threat in the Hunua Ranges and it is important to keep them under control to reduce damage to the unique biodiversity and allow native flora to mature. All tracks will be open for recreational use on weekends and public holidays during the closure period. The closures will not affect the park’s most popular walking track around the Hunua Falls. This will remain open and visitors are welcome. Auckland Council Senior Regional Biosecurity Advisor Mark Mitchell says: “The on-going control programme in the Hunua Ranges is reaping excellent results in controlling feral goats to low numbers. “Goats destroy native forest. They eat the foliage of most trees and plants, including seedlings and saplings. “The control work has allowed the natural regeneration of our native forest and significantly healthier native bush with many plant species now flourishing. “Goat control operations are contracted to expert professional hunters, who must meet our stringent operational requirements. Hunting zones have been established and mapped out to allow for minimal disruptions to the area,” says Mark Mitchell. Signs will be placed at appropriate track entry points, including car parks and arrival areas, to inform visitors about the temporary closure of tracks and campsites, including restrictions on recreational hunting. For further information on pest control operations in Hunua Ranges Regional Park and to view a map of the control area visit: http://regionalparks. aucklandcouncil.govt. nz/hunuaranges Or phone (09) 301 0101.

14 POHUTUKAWA COAST TIMES (March 27th 2015)

BUYING/SELLING

SITUATIONS VACANT

WOODSPLITTER:

for hire. Split your own wood now. Dry hire or with operators. Ph: Leighton 021 752 687.

HEALTH & BEAUTY PERSONAL TRAINER:

Enhance your health & fitness and get motivated at Envision Personal Training Studio. 1-on-1 and pairs sessions for all ages. Ph: Garyth: 021 2991 482

PROFEET:

Mobile Footcare. Nail clipping and filing, corn and hard skin removal, ingrown toenails, footbath and massage. Qualified service in your own home. N.S.I. Qualified. Health Protection licence - Alk City Cncl. Ph: Nicolle Janssen on (09) 291 9298 or 021 134 1575

Daily from Beachlands to Botany/Harris Road area to arrive at 8:30am starting 7th April. Will help with fuel costs. Ph: Jane 021 044 7376

beauty room

beauty therapy / make-up • Blend Method Electrolysis • Facials • Waxing • Lash/Brow Tinting • Manicures & Pedicures • Make-up for Weddings or Special Occasion using MAC Cosmetics • Gift Vouchers available Call: Julie 09 536 4484 or 021 175 1644

WE NEED YOU!

Do you have WOF AVI, NZ Qualiﬁed Mechanic with around 7 years’ experience Please send CV to: phil@pohutukawamotors.co.nz or 536 6664 57 Third View Ave, Beachlands

SITUATIONS VACANT LABOURERS:

Labourers wanted for Concreting work. Please call Murray 027 4985 267.

Zealandia Horticulture is a NZ wide, leading grower of retail bedding plants, potted colour, commercial seedlings and houseplants. Our team prides itself on an effective, efficient auditing and distribution system. These positions entail accurate stocktake and release of our product, order pulling - getting the right plants for the right truck at the right time, as well as other nursery work.

PROPERTY SERVICES

Landscape Company requires person with building and construction experience for Full Time position. Must have Drivers License and own transport. Contact Ben 027 237 9172

PETS / ANIMALS

DOG TRAINER:

Fiona Bailey. Qualified Dog Trainer. Flexible Training Options Available. Ph: 536 5388 & Mob 021 243 8089

We look forward to applicants with some or all of the following attributes: • An energetic and enthusiastic attitude • Attention to detail • Physically fit • Driven by efficiency, targets & a systematic approach • Able to work extended hours or weekend work through spring • Good communication skills and a positive problem solving attitude • Ability to carry out general nursery work when required

Please apply in writing with an application form. Application forms and more about us can be found on our web site www.zealandia.co.nz. or by contacting Ross during business hours on (03) 323-9898. Applications will be accepted up to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 10th April 2015.

STAINLESS FABRICATIONS DARRYL SMITH STAINLESS FABRICATIONS LTD

CALL us today for your free rental appraisal

Successful applicants will be based in our new state of the art facility at Tourist Road in Clevedon.

Stocktake/Order Picking Zealandia Horticulture Ltd P.O. Box 76007 Northwood Christchurch 8548

CONSTRUCTION:

Professional & Trade Services From Page 15

SITUATION VACANT STOCKTAKE / ORDER PICKING

Zealandia offers a friendly, positive work environment and a competitive wage rate.

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Are you a Qualiﬁed MECHANIC?

LIFT WANTED:

FERTILISER: Chicken manure fertiliser supplied, carted and spread. Also lime spreading. Ph: Neil 021 724 327/ 299 6486 FIREWOOD: Dry split Pine, Gum, Puriri. Aso titree, taraire, tawa, not dry Ph: 536 6026 SHAVINGS: In woolsacks - sawdust also available. Ideal for horse stables and calf pens. Ph: Ph: Neil 021 724 327 or 299 6486.

FOR HIRE

LIFT WANTED

• Alloy Boat Repairs • Alterations & Custom-made Accessories a Specialty, Including Architectural Alloy, Stainless Steel & Steel Fabrications

0508 762 766

Ph: 266 8774 or Fax: 267 1104 Email: darrylsmithstain@actrix.co.nz

VETERINARY FULL property management at only 7% + gst FREE tenant finding service NO EXTRA FEES (conditions apply)

0508 762 766

www.robsonkerr.co.nz

Franklin Vets Beachlands

OPEN: Mon,Tues,Thurs, Fri 9am-5pm Wed 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-12 noon VET ON PREMISES: Mon,Tues,Fri, Sat 9am-12 noon; Wed 2-6pm

42 Wakelin Rd, Beachlands

Ph: 538 0010 E:beachlands@fvs.co.nz www.franklinvets.co.nz

Phone: 0508 932 532

www.bestpropertyservices.co.nz

• Building/House Washing • General Waterblasting • Roof Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

• Window Cleaning • Carpet Cleaning • Pest Control • Upholstery Cleaning

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL/RESIDENTIAL

WATER

Malmaks Water Shop Pumps, Filters & Bores Install & Service Complete Water Treatment Systems

530 8872 PUMPS

Service Centre

Eddie Gausel

Whitford Village

WEB DESIGN • Sales & Service • Domestic Pumps • Filters • UV Purification

M: 0274 308 538 Fx: 536 7084 A/H: 536 7083 Email: pumpservicecentre@xtra.co.nz

DINING GUIDE Down to Earth Wine Bar OPEN: THURS/FRI 11AM - ’TIL LATE, SAT/SUN 11 AM - 5PM

DINING GUIDE

Friday’s from 4pm till late Italian Pizza Night small plates, platters, wine tasting, events Also available for private functions/weddings sales@turangacreek.co.nz 133 Whitford Park Road, Whitford PH 530 8936 www.turangacreek.co.nz

Mon: CLOSED Tues: 9am-4pm Wed-Sun: 9am-late

PINE HARBOUR MARINA PH: 536 4659

Ph: 536 5689

Hours of opening: Wed & Thurs - 6pm-late Fri & Sat- 8am- late Sunday - 8am- 5pm

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner menu Bookings essential for evening dining Fully licensed bar Bookings taken for functions & events OPEN ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 442 North Road, only 4 kms from Clevedon Village

T: 09 292 8539

Ruean Thong

Ph: 536 5749 or 536 5719 FULLY LICENSED/ BYO WINE

Fresh, Healthy and Delicious

NOW AVAILABLE

Thai food combo only $15 a main Also Chicken Pad Thai only $12 a main Dine-in or Takeaway ~FREE delivery every day except Fri & Sat, minimum order $50~ HOURS: DINNER 7 DAYS FROM 5-10.30PM

45 WAKELIN RD, BEACHLANDS

Dine In • Takeaway • Delivery

Dine in & enjoy our very economical bar menu Tue & Wed Dinner SPECIAL! $ Curry, Rice & Plain Naan Bread

DINING GUIDE

12.99

DINNER: Tue - Sun 4.30pm til late LUNCH: Saturday & Sunday 11am - 2.30pm cnr Wakelin Road and Third View Ave, Beachlands

Great range of

PIZZA & PASTA 2/5 MARAETAI SCHOOL RD Sun – Mon 11.30am to 8pm Tues – 3.30 to 8pm Wed – 11.30am to 8pm Thurs – Sat 11.30am to 8.30pm

Ph: 536 4400

FREE delivery Beachlands & Maraetai for orders over $40

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Professional & Trade Services Guide

BRACKS DOG GROOMING Summer is here, so is the heat. So give your pooch a lovely treat – Bath, Dry, Trim and Pamper and make your doggy a happy camper. Call Denise 09 536 4639

PUBLIC NOTICES CLEVEDON ANIMAL FARM: Family farm walks, pony rides and children’s parties. Visit our website: w w w. c l e v e d o n a n i malfarm.co.nz or call Lynn on 292 9231 Clevedon.

Kawakawa Bay/ Orere Health Clinic Inc Annual General Meeting 2015 Monday 30 March 7.30pm Kawakawa Bay Hall

WORK WANTED A1 HEDGES/TREES/ STUMPS: Trimmed, re-

moved, or chipped for mulch or landscaping. Inorganic removal and section clearing. Ph: 536 5955, 021 056 0793

AERIALS

Nor West House PINE HARBOUR

-additional outlets -relocation set up -freeview set up -TV aerial install

ph Rodger on 021 659 677

APPLIANCES

GRAYMAC APPLIANCE SERVICES

For repairs to: Fisher & Paykel and all major brands of stoves, fridges, dishwashers,washing machines, dryers etc For prompt reliable service

Authorised Whirpool service centre

535-5093

Ph: GRAEME McCORKINDALE

BINS

PINK BINS

3, 4.5, 6 & 9 metre bins 3, 4.5 metre hardfill bins We are reliable and we recycle! Ph: 0800 PINK BINS (746-524)

Email: bins@pinkbins.co.nz

www.pinkbins.co.nz

WHITE WASTE LTD ph: 0800 720 710

Your Local Skip Bin Supplier

Ph: 536 4361

E: pineharbour@marinadentists.co.nz

BDS DENTAL SURGEON

Make the right choice about your dental care

The Family Trust Specialist

We are dedicated to your personal well-being through dental health

tel 273 2173 www.sanctuarytrustlaw.co.nz

• Teeth whitening • All ceramic tooth filling materials using Cerec3 cad-cam 3D technology • Permanent tooth replacements with dental implants • For gum health and maintencance call our hygienist Shelley Chadwick • All aspects of general dentistry Evening appointments available Call us now on 530 8461 or 530 8271 Whitford Village, Whitford, Auckland David Cain B.D.S (UK) Rick Parfitt B.D.S. Shelley Chadwick

PLANTS/SHRUBS

Julie’s Home Grown Nursery 18 First View Ave, BEACHLANDS

OPEN 10am – 4pm WED TO SUN • Potted Colour • Shrubs • Topiaries • Grasses • Trees • Bedding Plants

ELECTRICIAN

536 4266 Mob 027 270 6792 email: juleez@xtra.co.nz

Your Local Registered Electricians

Ph 536 6800

PLUMBING YOUR plumber living on the Coast!

Providing electrical services on the Pohutukawa Coast & throughout Auckland

Quality workmanship no matter the size of the job • Renovations • New Homes • Pumps • Spouting • Hot Water Cylinders • All Plumbing Repairs

SWEEP:

gine repairs, mowers, ride-on mowers, chainsaws, weedtrimmers, and chain saw sharpening. No job too small. Free pick-up local area only. Ph: 536 5621 or mob 027 308 7777

More than 20 years’ experience

• All Plumbing Maintenance • Pumps & Filters For ALL Domestic • Water Tanks & Commercial Work • UV Sterilisation • Rain Water Harvesting

Clinton Gore

• Commercial / Shopfitting • Residential / Renovations M 027 779 7777 E clint@dte.kiwi.nz • Heat Pumps /Air Conditioning NZ Registered Electrician Accredited Heat Pump Installer

24 HOUR CALLOUT

Stump Grinding

BUILDER

YOUR LOCAL SPECIALIST

Pensioner Discounts Local Beachlands-Maraetai Craftsman Plumber Call Mark on

www.fordplumbing.co.nz

PLUS TREEWORK & CHIPPER

Your local master plumber

CALL MARK

HEALTH & FITNESS

0800 55 89 55

YOUR TOTAL HEALTH & FITNESS SOLUTION GYM & GROUP CLASS MEMBERSHIPS PERSONAL TRAINING TENNIS & SQUASH COURTS POOL Opening Hours:

Mon & Wed: 8am - 6pm Tues & Thurs: 8am - 8pm Fri: 9am - 6pm Sat: 9am - 2pm

09 536 7231 WWW.PERFORMFITNESS.CO.NZ

Newspaper advert LANDSCAPING

09 273 2173

Full Comprehensive Dental Assessment including: 2 x-rays & Panoramic OPG Imaging (Full Mouth Digital X-ray)

Window’s in/out,exterior house wash,gutter clearing. Exp operator, Ph Keith at Panoramics 0272 453 444 or 530 8136

$60

CHIPPER:

We offer:

Online Booking Available www.sanctuarydental.co.nz

• Sleep dentistry for relaxation and anxiety • Holistic and amalgam free dentistry • Free dental treatment for young adults from year 9 to 18 years old* • Payment options: GE, Farmers, Q Card

*Terms and conditions apply, contact us for full details

027 202 3212 or 536 5516

info@calltheplumber.co.nz www.calltheplumber.co.nz

PROPERTY SERVICES

Looking To Let Your Property? Opening Hours:

Mon & Wed: 8am - 6pm Tues & Thurs: 8am - 8pm Fri: 9am - 6pm Sat: 9am - 5pm

We can assist in finding a tenant and offer a x

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DENTAL

• All Gas Maintenance • Electric Hot Water Cylinders • Gas Water Heating • Gas Fire Places • New & Existing Housing

Ford Plumbing

GARDEN SERVICES

WINDOW CLEANING:

Wood chipping service. Up to 60mm dia branches. Full service, cutting, chipping, spreading and clearing available. Ph Gary 021 90 30 20 or 536-6358.

Call BRETT on 021 501 421 or 536-6592

K.Dadzie

PLUMBING GAS FITTING DrAINLAyING LTD

Certifying Plumber & Gas Fitter

PROPERTY S’VICES: No job too small! Gib stop & paint, brick & block laying, tiling, paving, property maintenance. Ph: Dean 536 5164 or 0221 361 620

ATEr

PH: 536-4076 FREE Quotes MOB: 021 769 964 www.pohutukawaelectrical.co.nz

PAINTER DECORATOR:

Interior & exterior repaints also new work. Reliable with refs avail.Ph Rob 0211 848 173 PLASTERING: Fix, Stop, Skim, Gib Cove 19 years experience. No job too big or small. Free quotes Ph Logan 021 1845 601 or 536 7058

Call SHAY on 0212 767 797

No job too small - No job too big! Fast, reliable service. Qualified lighting designer

AME

MOWER/CHAINSAW REPAIRS: All small en-

www.marinadentists.co.nz

Jacques Vannoort, LLM

BRANDING

Mike Johnson- 10+ yrs experience. Prompt service, no mess. Report provided. Book now to beat the winter rush. Ph: 536 6394 or 021 251 0324 HANDYMAN You name it... renovations, DVS installation, gardening, retaining, fencing, landscaping, trellis, light building and maintenance work. Ph Gary 021 90 30 20 or 536-6358. LAWNS: Cheap, quality lawnmoving. Ph: Param 021 0835 0555

WOOD

After Hours Appts by Arrangement Dr Alex Mechkov Dr Juliane Techima

CHIMNEY

HOURS: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm; Sat 9.30am-2.30pm

For prompt professional electrical services with a smile • www.awe.co.nz • help@awe.co.nz • free quotes

CARPET CLEANING:

Clean your carpets now to NZ standard. 2 brm unit cleaned from as little as $79, 3 brm from $99. Single rooms, upholstery, rugs. Free deodorise. Ph: Shane 536 6397 or mob 0800 747 262

MARINA Visit your LOCAL dentist for all your dental needs

BDS DENTAL SURGEON, BSc, Dip.Dent.Technology

www.digitalaerial.co.nz

LEGAL

ALL FOR A FIXED ALL - INCLUSIVE FEE Full Comprehensive Dental

Assessment including: Call David Jones2 Today! x-rays &

Panoramic OPG Imaging Property Manager - Beachlands

coastal landscapes DESIGN

BUILD

PLANT

M A I N TA I N

www.coastallandscapes.co.nz coastal.landscapes@xtra.co.nz

09 536 5377 027 237 9172

(Full Mouth

Digital X-ray) M 021- 0736389

$60

Online Booking Available www.sanctuarydental.co.nz

and anxiety • Holistic and amalgam free dentistry • Free dental treatment for young adults from year 9 to 18 years old* • Payment options available

*Terms and conditions apply, contact us for full details

16 POHUTUKAWA COAST TIMES (March 27th 2015)

Business Listing - phone 536 5715 or fax 536 5714

ACCOUNTING SERVICES Sheryl Lane, chartered accountant 530 8219 Ian McLennan, CA www.iwm.co.nz 536 6715 Diane Myers CA, diane@myersca.co.nz 292 9470 Beanies2U, call Tanya chartered accountant 536 6297 ACCOUNTING & BOOK KEEPING Fair Value Accounting, Natasha www.fairvalue.co.nz 536 5195 ACUPUNCTURE Elaine Lin, Beachlands - ACC accrediated 021 299 2694 AERIALS, TV & HOME THEATRE Smart Home Technology. Freeview, aerials, phone jacks, TV outlets, home theatre, new home prewire. Phone Sunny 0800 786 266 or 027 2841 325 Auckland Wide Electrical 536 6800, 021 998 665 AGGREGATES Beachlands Building & Hire Centre 536 6567 ALUMINUM WINDOWS: www.windowrenovations.co.nz Repairs and Replacements 021 297 2320 APPLIANCE SERVICING Axial appliance servicing Service@axial.co.nz 573 0877 ARCHITECTS Peter Diprose www.diprose.co.nz 530 9065 or 021 125 1498 ARCHITECTURAL PLAN & DESIGN Ross J Willoughby 530 9358 ASPHALT Asphalt & Civil Projects Ltd 527 8718, 0274 969 817 AUTO ELECTRICIAN Mobile Auto & Marine 0800 662 352 Alert Auto Electrical, Alan 021 176 4214 BEACHLANDS STORES Go to Mo’s 536 6505 Liquorland Beachlands 536 6345 Beachlands Building & Hire Centre - hardware, hire and garden centre 536 6567 Karishma Foodmarket 536 6601 Meat to Please 536 6866 BEAUTY THERAPY Maraetai Day Spa 536 4453, 021 036 6237 Electrolysis Hair Removal 536 5377, 027 536 5377 BED & BREAKFAST Brookwood Lodge (Beachlands) 536 6975 BLIND SERVICES Ven Lu Ree Blind Services For all New Blinds Plus Blind Cleaning and Repairs – www.vlr.co.nz 0800 999 229 Onsite Blind Cleaning & Repairs 528 1657 or 296 3237 BOBCAT & TRUCK HIRE Clevedon Bobcats, Dennis Marx 021 275 8544 BRICK & BLOCK LAYING Dave Stones 021 287 0188 BUILDERS Bryant Builders Ltd 0274 935 507 or 2928 777 Neal McKendrick Builders 2928 583 or 0274 374 896 Xact Construction, Greg Waterhouse 530 9032 or 021 878 071 Dean Hartshorne Builders Ltd 536 5645 or 027 536 5645 Homing Instincts Ltd, ph Gareth Price 021 618 181 or 536 6422 Cleave Building & Civil Ltd 577 3193 or 021 322 258 specialistbuilders.co.nz Craig 0800 54 64 64 or 021 392 092 NAS builders Ltd Neil 021 079 2589 BUILDING CERTIFIERS Compass Building Consultants Ltd 272 2269 BUILDERS SUPPLIES Morton Timber Co. Clevedon 292 8656 CAR DEALER Chris Broadhurst Motor Co 027 457 2379 CHANDLERY Marina Supplies (Pine Harbour) 536 5157 CHILD CARE CENTRES Lilly’s Locker Montessori preschool 530 8697 CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Botany CAB for free, confidential advice & information 271 5382 (Botany CAB) 576 8331 (Pakuranga CAB) CLOTHING ALTERATIONS From Hems to Wedding Gowns - Call Cathryn 963 4107 COMPUTER SERVICES Andrew WhatWhyWhen.com 0220 HELP PC or 536 6514 CONCRETE WORK Asphalt & Civil Projects Ltd 527 8718 or 0274 969817 Bellingham Concretes 536 5220 or 0274 533 059 18yrs exp. Drives, paths, floors etc COUNSELLING Your Direction, www.yourdirection.co.nz 021 240 4242 DECKING A1 Decking & Landscaping Construction ~ Decks, Pergolas, Garden Sheds etc. 0204 001 8401 DENTISTS Sanctuary Dental 273 2173 – Dr Yvonne Vannoort, Dr Abraham Thavamani, Dr Sylvia Hong – Dr Shayeste Irani – Hygienists Michelle Felton, Caron Thorne, Helen Lu Whitford Dental Group 530 8461 or 530 8271 – Dr Rick Parfitt & Dr David Cain – Hygienist – Shelley Chadwick 530 8461, 530 8271 Anthony Hunt Dental Ltd, Dr Anthony Hunt, Clevedon 292 9071 Marina Dentists Pine Harbour 536 4361 DENTURES Howick Denture Services 534 8113 DIGGER & TRUCK HIRE Holland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360 Entwood Enterprises 021 767 743 or 534 2481 The Little Digger 027 278 0335 or 536 4424

DOCTOR Beachlands Medical Centre 536 6006 Maraetai Beach Medical Clinic 536 5292 DOGS, CATS & PETS Clevedon Kennels and Cattery 292 8789 Howick Country Kennels & Cattery 530 8664 Brookby Lodge accommodation for dogs & cats 530 8675 Fairfield Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Clevedon 292 8852 Noah’s Ark mobile inhome pet care 530 8136 Riverlee Pet Lodge, Clevedon 292 8789 DOG GROOMING Bracks Dog Grooming 536 4639 www.brackscats.co.nz DRAINLAYERS Mike Forde Contracting Ltd (reg. drainlayer) 021 636 816 J & R Hack Drainage 021 367 431 Bay Earthworks 0274 925 771 DRILLING Drillforce – water bores, divining, pump advice 09 267 9100 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION B/M Playcentre Mon-Fri. 9am-12 536 6015 in Beachlands School grounds Whitford Pre-School Centre 530 8726 Clevedon Kidz Early Childhood Centre 2928 358 Coastal Kids 536 6737 Coastal Kids Pre-School 536 5313 Stems From Home Professional In-Home Child Care 536 7103 Connections In The Home (In-Home Child Care) 533 3512 EARTH MOVING CONTRACTORS Henri & Lynda Habraken 0274 961 472, 536 6806 Coast2Coast Earthworx Ltd 536 4536, 021 364 536 Mike Forde Contracting Ltd 021 636 816 Padlie-Hall Ltd 533 0917, 027 243 7156 Cleave Building & Civil Ltd 577 3193, 021 923 076 Digginit.co.nz 5 tonne digger & mini truck, holes drilled 027 656 2270 www.brookbycontracting.co.nz 3.5t w Augers 530 9290 or 027 530 9290 ELECTRICIANS Auckland Electrical Services 536 4074, 0274 741 579 Auckland Wide Electrical 536 6800, 021 998 665 Pohutukawa Electrical 536 4076, mob 021 769 964 Positive Electrical Services 021 801 606 Powered Up Electrical 021 660 065 , 299 1122 Down to Earth Electrical 027 779 7777 ENGINEERING & WELDING M & K Anderson, onsite engineering 09 948 2160 or 021 02677369 Amediate Engineering Ltd 265 2200, 021 725 609 Clevedon Garage – Design/Build/Repairs/M’nance 292 8289 ENGINEERS - CIVIL/ENVIRONMENTAL/ STRUCTURAL CLC Consulting Group Ltd 576 3276 FARM KILLS Kevin Rogers 292 4725 FENCING CONTRACTORS Craig McLeod 027 292 5844 Shilo Urlich 027 256 6813 White Fencing 2928 064, 0274 957 868 FIREWOOD Ignition Firewood 0800 WOOD NOW FLOORING All About Floors, Darrel 570 5300, 021 688 875 FLORIST Clevedon Flowers, www.clevedonflowers.co.nz 292 9540 FRAMERS Howick Frames & Gallery 534 1307 FUNERAL DIRECTORS Ensom Funerals (John Ensom) 266 9942 or 524 6765 Fountains Funeral Directors & Monumentalists Papakura, Franklin and Manurewa 298 2957 or 266 6177 Howick Funeral Home Robert Johnstone - Mark Rowley 534 7300 Papatoetoe Funeral Cottage 279 9098 Resthaven Funeral Services Rachel Benns & Raewyn Proctor 533 7493, 267 2530 Souly Funerals Beachlands 0800 47 68 59 GARAGE DOORS Repairs & Service, Metro Garage Doors 263 6608 GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES Fraser Thomas Ltd 278 7078 GIBSTOPPING Alpha Drywall, Geoff 022 027 0290 or 536 6653 Wayne Mackenzie 021 882 276 or ah 530 9031 Greg Brown 021 067 6104, ah 536 5989 Tony Hardyment -stopping & painting 0274 966 394, 536 6477 specialistlinings.co.nz We fix, stop, and paint 0800 54 64 64 Mark Mangham, small to large jobs: Phoenixplasterers@gmail.com 021 456 275 ah 536 4140 GIFTS, SOUVENIRS, FLOWERS Clevedon Woolshed Crafts/Gifts 292 8615 GLASS AND GLAZING Manurewa Glass 266 7794 Howick Glass 535 4180 GRAPHIC DESIGN Nikki Croxford www.clickcreative.co.nz 536 7142, 021 920 630 Kirsty Black www.kgb-folio.co.nz 536 5421, 021 549 193 HAIRDRESSING Les Chevaux Hair Salon 536 5559 Hair 4 You - hair salon 536 6658 Spirit Hair-Makeup-SprayTanning 536 6855 Nobel Hair Design 536 5805 Hair Do’s @ Maraetai ph Denise 536 4571 Look @ Me, Whitford, ph Charlotte 530 8939 Cooper Hairdressing, 16 Te Pene Rd, Maraetai 027 329 1781

HANDYMAN SERVICES Local Handyman: 536 5050 or 021 156 7370 Oakes Landscaping/Building Services, Gary 021 903 020 Lifestyle Property Services Ltd 536 6735, 0272 533 336 HAY & HAYLAGE CONTRACTOR McInnes Contractors Ltd 0274 992 648 HEALTH & FITNESS Perform Fitness 536 7231 HIRE & GARDEN CENTRE Beachlands Building & Hire Centre 536 6567 HOME APPLIANCE REPAIRS Graymac Appliances 535 5093 HORSES Manufacturing Horse Leads 021 653 041 IMMIGRATION ADVICE Licensed Advisor - Lisa Seaborn 0210 229 9588 INTERIOR DESIGN Design consultant Toni Hedgland 536 7018 (home furnishings, drapes, colour consultant) 0274-597301 KITCHENS La Bella Kitchens Ltd, 530 9092 www. labellakitchens.co.nz Kitchen Craft Ltd www.kitchencraft.co.nz 09 274 4221 For Sizzling Kitchen Design & Cabinetry – Ph Warren Inhouse Design & Concepts Ltd 021 272 1974, 536 4625 LANDSCAPING Cornerstone Landscapes Ltd – For All Aspects Of Landscaping 530 9126 OR 021 312 266 OR 021 412 110 LANDSCAPING/GARDEN SERVICES Holland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360 Eastside Landscapes 021 484 158 LAUNDROMAT 7 DAYS, at GAS Maraetai, 536 4218 131 Maraetai Drive, Maraetai LAWNMOWING & GARDENING SERVICES Pohutukawa Coast Lawns 536 5830, 021 072 7799 The Keane Gardener, phone James on 021 292 1679 Greenacres – Stephen Howe 292 4165, 021 2266 753 Ride On Mowing - Scott 021 02475434 / 537 2966 Henry & Max Lawn & Garden Service 533 6018, 0210 556 309 LAWNMOWERS SALES/ SERVICE/ REPAIRS B’lnds/M’tai mower/chainsaw repairs 536 5621 027 308 7777 Reliable Lawnmower Services 278 5592 LAWNMOWING (LARGE AREAS) Holland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360 Kingcraft Mowing & Gardening 021 447 095 LEGAL SERVICES Swayne McDonald & Co (Beachlands/Maraetai/Whitford) 265 2700 John Burton - Maraetai & Beachlands 536 5279 or 299 7780 Sanctuary Trust Law, Jacques Vannoort, LLM 273 2173 LOCKSMITHS Local Locksmith - Tony 536 5050 or 021 156 7370 Armstrong Smarter Security 0800 506 111 MARQUEE HIRE Megan www.maraetaimarquee.co.nz 536 5771, 027 438 5130 MARRIAGE CELEBRANT Helen Rutledge 027 245 5837 or 536 5981 Neil Hamilton 027 224 2265 Lyn Buchanan 021 135 3643 or 536 6774 MASSAGE THERAPY Holistic Therapeutic Practitioner available, Whitford For appointments phone 021 749 517 MECHANICAL REPAIRS Clevedon Automotive Ltd 292 8441, 0274 743 918 Maraetai Automotive 536 6542 Pohutukawa Motors, 57 Third View Ave, Beachlands 536 6664 Clevedon Garage & Tyres Ltd 2928 289 Clevedon Motorcyles & Machinery 292 8927,021 2544 686 MIRRORS Howick Glass 535 4180 OUTBOARD REPAIRS / MARINE ENGINEERING Eastern Marine ~ Outboard, Petrol & Diesel Motors 536 6252 PAINTERS & DECORATORS DTS Wright Contracting Ltd 536 5239 or 021 40 1094 S.T. Taylor, Member of Master Painters 021 912 515 Mustills Painting Services 536 4356, 027 619 2619 4U2C Decorators 027 648 3565 specialistlinings.co.nz We fix, stop, and paint 0800 54 64 64 PANELBEATERS & PAINTERS Whitford Panelbeaters 530 8695 Pristine Autobody, Panel & Paint 262 3757 Auto Collision Panel & Paint 534 2190 PERSONAL TRAINING WOWFIT Personal Training-James 0800WOWFIT, 021 771 015 PEST CONTROL Coastal Pest Solutions (including rats, rabbits,possums, wild cats, pest birds, wasps & bees) 536 6020, 0273 932 125 Pestblasters-R-Us 0800 888 338 PHYSIOTHERAPIST Ultimate Physio unit 4 45 Wakelin Rd, B’lands 536 5904, 272 9294 PLASTERING (SOLID) Bruce Parsons 021 981 812 APE Ltd, Exterior plaster & paint Ph: Joel 027 524 024 or 536 4223 PLUMBERS SMS Plumbing 0212 767 797 Call The Plumber Ltd 24/7 service 536 5516, 027 202 3212 Ford Plumbing - 24 hour callout - phone Mark on 022 601 3216 PLUMBERS & GASFITTERS Ashby Plumbing & Gas 2922 445, 0272 553 499 K. Dadzie Plumbing/Gas call Brett on 021 501 421, 536 6592

PRINTER C&D Print 2929 167 or 021 107 6750 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Barfoot & Thompson Beachlands 536 4990 Harcourts Beachlands Real Estate 536 6121, 0276 480 240 Rent People Ltd 0800 426 580 RobsonKerr Property Management 0508 762 766 Ray White Lighthouse Licensed Real Estate 536 7011 PUMP SALES & REPAIRS Auckland Electrical Services 536 4074, 0274 741 579 Franklin Water Ltd 0800 826 525 Pump Service Centre 536 7083, 0274 308 538 Water Pump Specialists 536 5447, 0274 982 419 Malmaks Water Sho 530 8872, 021 353 158 REAL ESTATE AGENTS Barfoot & Thompson Beachlands 536 4990 Barfoot & Thompson Clevedon 2928 348 Barfoot & Thompson Whitford 530 8292 Harcourts Beachlands Real Estate 536 6121 Ray White Lighthouse Licensed Real Estate 536 7011 Professionals 555 9136 ROOFING SERVICES Eastern Roofing Services, ph Steve 536 5875, 021 865 615 SCAFFOLDING Scaffold Connect Ltd 09 215 4855 SECURITY SYSTEMS ADS Security Ltd (alarms & monitoring) 536 6860 Armstrong Smarter Security and Alarms 09 274 0999 SEPTIC TANK CLEANING SST Services phone Rob 09 2947611 or 0274 967430 SHEEP SHEARING Mr Clip Ltd - sheep, goats, 276 1219, 0274 853 234 SHUTTLES Coast Shuttle-local hire & airport trips 536 6488, 0274 722 613 Omana Shuttles - Airport Transfers 536-5935 SPRAY TAN SPECIALISTS Colour Me In 536 6766 Mob 027 662 9897 SURVEYORS - LAND Hollier Greig & Associates 2928 745 McInnes, Read & Lucas Ltd 2987 288 Fraser Thomas Ltd 2787 078 Churchill Land Development Services Ltd 2734 182 CLC Consulting Group Ltd 576 3276 SWIMMING POOLS Peninsula Pools Ltd 0274 958 861, a/h 530 9115 Bluestone Pools Ltd 021 2731 779, ah 536 7125 Partridge Pool & Spa 299 8659 TANK CLEANING John’s Farmlet Services 0800 327 653 TREE WORK Tree stump grinding (NZAT) 530 8741 or 0274 989 080 TYPESETTING & GRAPHIC ART Steve 536 5276 TYRES - SALES & SERVICE Maraetai Automotive 536 6542 Pohutukawa Motors 536 6664 UPHOLSTERY & CANVAS Stackpole’s Upholstery Ltd 274 8585 VALUERS-PROPERTY Property Valuations Ltd, Papakura 299 7406, fax 299 6152 Seagar & Partners Ltd, Charlene 272 9660 or 021 945 806 VETERINARY SERVICES Franklin Vets (Beachlands) 538 0010 Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat 9am-12noon, Wed 2-6pm for vets on premises. WALLPAPERING Wallpapering 021 1748 466 or 536 5899 WATER DELIVERY Beachlands/Maraetai Water Supply 273 9763 Beachlands Water Service 536 6508 Clevedon Water 292 8099 Whitford Water Supplies 530 8164 Rural Water, freephone 0508 787 254 or 021 765 628 John’s Farmlet Services & Water Supplies 0800 327 653 The Original Johns Water Supplies 536 6696 or 530 8155 Maraetai Blue Ltd 536 6437, 027 536 6437 Carlton Haulage 0800 420 246 Coastal Water Cartage 0508 COASTAL Todd Wheeler Transport Ltd 0508 426 246 or 0274 752 832 Seaview Water 0508 732 843 – $250 for 17,000 litres; $225 for 13,500; $180 for 10,000 WET AZZ – keeping it local 0800 WET AZZ (0800 938 299) WATER TANK CLEANING & REPAIRS Franklin Water Ltd – 0800 226 525 Green Clean Co ($100) 0274 982 419 or 536 5447 Rural Water, freephone 0508 787 254 or 021 765 628 John’s Farmlet Services 0800 327 653 WATER TREATMENT Anthony Preston Ltd, 167 Moore St, Howick 534 5127, fax 535 6353 Malmaks Water Shop 530 8872, 021 353 158 NZ Water Filters Ltd 576 9649 or 021 138 7679 WEDDING VENUE Te Puru Centre 536 5360 Maraetai Beach Boating Club 536 6649 Brookwood Lodge, Beachlands. Garden setting. Ceremony only. 536 6975 or 0274 796 453 WEIGHT LOSS HYPNOTHERAPY Virtual Gastric Band www.avrilcarpenter.com 021 626 805 WINDOWS www.windowrenovations.co.nz Repairs and Replacements 021 297 2320 WINDOW CLEANING/HOUSE WASHING Panoramics 530 8136 or 027 245 3444 BEST Property Services 0508 932 532 or 021 366 615

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