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COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL: TAKAPUNA SPOTLIGHT

67 Hurstmere Road.

138 Hurstmere Road.

67 Hurstmere Road.

138 Hurstmere Road.

Takapuna hot property - Secure your position!

If Takapuna is on your radar then read on, as there are multiple options for a large range of businesses. An opportunity to operate your business exists in two very different spaces in Takapuna.

If you are looking for a centrally located office space at street level and just 150 metres to the golden sands of Takapuna Beach, then 67 Hurstmere Road may be just what you have been looking for. Just over 300 square metres of recently renovated office space located beachside and close to all the amenities Takapuna has to offer would be right at your doorstep. Your staff and clients will be impressed as they enter the striking marble lobby area.

As the heading implies, this attractive space has much to offer.

The ready-made board room is prewired for both data and media, with the office spaces being a mix of both open plan and executive offices. The functional fit-out has been tastefully put together and the funky lunch room/breakout area will be a hit with your team. A range of carparking options are also available. The 67 Hurstmere Road building has been beautifully maintained by the landlord, Crown Asia Pacific. The office space is becoming available from August this year.

Takapuna’s missing ingredient If it’s hospitality space you are looking for, then nobody does it better in Takapuna. It was Crown Asia Pacific that built the beachfront property, Main Beach Takapuna, which houses Francs, Tokyo Bay and Regatta. Crown Asia Pacific are also the proud landlords to “the strip” of great hospitality at 138 Hurstmere Road which includes The Elephant Wrestler, Florrie McGreals and Master and Apprentice. This strip of tenancies has had a great history and was once home to the famous R’toto Pub and Café, a former furniture

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shop, hardware store, Payless Plastics and in the late 1960s car dealership Lyon Ford occupied the space.

601 sqm of prime space has become available to lease in the complex. The tenancy, once home to the Macs Brewbar, includes a secure open-air courtyard with two outdoor fireplaces. A great place for customers to sit and relax. The existing bar and decorative fit-out is still in place. However consider the space an open canvas as the landlord would welcome enquiry from both retail and hospitality tenants alike and is willing to create a new space for the right tenants. At the rear of the main tenancy, chiller rooms and the kitchen area are ready for another hospitality occupier to create their own space. The area can be split into several separate tenancies if you feel the space is too big for you. A glass atrium features at the rear of the tenancy which floods the space with natural light.

The building would also lend itself to a market type operation with a selection of gourmet food vendors to form a high-end eatery/ produce market. Concept plans are afoot and can be made available to interested parties. Exciting further development is underway at the northern end of the property where the bulk of the carparking is. Works include a brand-new portal frame façade and laneway linking the Killarney Street carpark to Hurstmere Road. This will add vibrancy to the area and encourage extra foot traffic to any existing and new tenants.

To secure your exclusive position or to receive further information on either of these opportunities please give us a call!

Contact Jimmy O’Brien Phone 021 979 001 or Email: jimmy.obrien@colliers.com

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CHANNEL MAGAZINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR

June 2019

This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for community events.

If you would like to include your event please email details to: christine@channelmag.co.nz

Monday

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Queen's Birthday

North Shore Performing Arts Senior Vocal comp, Becroft Grand Opera Aria final, The PumpHouse Theatre.

Members’ Photography Exhibition, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna.

Continues until 22 June

Yoga Classes, Birkdale Community House, 6pm

Thursday

Butterfly Garden, digital art, 4 Bruce Mason Centre, until 30 June roinn: A group show continues at Northart, Northcote shopping centre, until 12 June In Earliest Light II: The Collodion Collective, Lake House Arts, opening June 2 at 4pm; until June 21. Part of the Auckland Festival of Photography 2019

North Shore Salon of Photography,5 Mairangi Arts Centre. Until 17 June

Much Ado About Nothing, Albany Senior High School, The PumpHouse6 Theatre, Takapuna, 7pm. Until 8 June

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Massey University Albany Postgraduate Information Evening, 5-7pm, Round Room, Atrium, Albany Campus

The Lion in Winter, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 7.30pm. Also 6- 8 Jun; 9 June 4pm

Wilson Home Trust information and site tour, Wilson Home, Lake Road, Takapuna, 10-11.30am

Northern Bays Cluster Arts Festival, Bruce Mason Centre, 7pm

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Pest Trapping Workshop, 18 Takapuna War Memorial Hall, 9.30am-12pm TMC Nancy’s, entertainment for people in rest homes, Takapuna Methodist, 2pm Waste Free Parenting Workshop, Albany Community Hub, 7pm Takapuna Grammar School Dance, Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm

Winter Fun Pre-School Play, 19 Sunnynook Community Centre, 10am Write Your Memoir and Family Stories, Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 10am Tea & Topics: Intro to The U3A, East Coast Bays Library, 10.30am

60s Up Takapuna monthly 20 meeting, St Joseph’s Church Hall, 10.30am. New members welcome.

Behind Closed Doors, Rosmini Academy of Performing Arts, The PumpHouse. From 18-21 June, 7.30pm

Massey University “Our 26 Changing World” free public lecture, “Shakespeare and human obsolescence in the 21st century”, Dr Bill Angus, 6:30-7:30pm, Atrium, Albany campus

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Every Tuesday

Every Wednesday

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Every Monday

Wednesday

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Ice Skate Tour, Torbay School, 3pm, until 14 Jun. 15/16 June 10am-4pm X-Marks, Conversations in Cloth, opens at Northart, until 3 July

Morning Melodies: Royal New Zealand Navy Band, Bruce Mason Centre, 11am Exhibitions by Cath Williams & Gillian Lander, open at Northart, Northcote

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Winter Fun Pre-School Play, Takapuna Community Hub-Kotahitanga, 10am Devonport Peninsula Trust's Winter Fun Preschool Play, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 9.30-11am. Free

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Chair based yoga and meditation for seniors, Devonport Harmony Hall, 4 Wynyard Street, 2-3pm.

First class free.

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The Pink Floyd Experience, Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm.

Until 15 June Much Ado about Shakespeare, Pinehurst School, The PumpHouse, 7pm. Until 15 June; plus 2pm 15 June

Every Thursday Shore Tenpin Seniors (55+), Xtreme Centre, Target Road, Totaravale, 9.30am.

Nancy 09 4801484 CMA - companionship and morning activities for seniors, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 10am-12.30pm Heart of Yoga, Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd, Takapuna, 7.30pm. Free

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OUR CHANGING WORLD “Shakespeare and human obsolescence in the 21st century”, 26 June with Dr Bill Angus at our Auckland campus in Albany.

Register here www.massey.ac.nz/ourchangingworld

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

The Wiggles, Bruce Mason Centre, 1 10am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm North Shore Performing Arts Senior Vocal competitions, The PumpHouse Theatre, until 3 June Eirlys Shand: Legacy and Community - Exhibition and Fundraiser, Lake House Arts, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna. Auction 6pm

Peppa Pig: Festival of Fun, 2 Westfield Albany, 9.30am Devonport Chamber Orchestra Grieg and Rossini, Holy Trinity Church Devonport, 2pm Harbour Hospice Art Exhibition, Estuary Arts, Orewa, all Queens Birthday weekend, 9am-4pm

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Child Cancer Foundation, 8 Takapuna fundraiser with Pilates classes plus kids’ dance, DJ, & more, from 9.30am Princess Academy Interactive Kids Show, Windsor Park Cafe, 542 East Coast Road, 11am Inferno: Cabaret & Bar, Apollo Theatre College, Wairau Valley,7pm

Devonport Craft & Fine Food 9 Market, Devonport Community House, 10am-2pm Curious Tamariki, Albany Community Hub, 575 Albany Hwy, 9.30am. Also Sat 8 Jun Fairy Doll pas de Trois, Royal New Zealand Ballet, Bruce Mason Centre, 10.30am; 1pm; workshops 11am & 1.30pm. Free

Photo Laundry, Smales Farm.

Bring your photos to hang on “laundry” lines. Also 15 June The Rocky Horror Picture Show with Hot and Flustered Cast, The Victoria, Devonport, 8.30pm

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Huge Pop & Rock Vinyl Record 15 Sale, Albany Village Hall, 9am Bayswater School Matariki festival, Bayswater, 3-7pm

Kids and Teens Market, 16 Devonport Community House, 1-3pm North Shore Youth Music Annual Combined Choir, 2 orchestras/4 choirs, Bruce Mason Centre, 2.30pm

Hoop, The Wonderfish Collective, Little Music Lounge, The Vic, Devonport 8.30pm

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Te Po-tahuri-atu, Matariki event, 22 Mairangi Arts Centre. Until 23 July I Love Takapuna Winter Lights, Hurstmere Green, 5.30pm-8.30pm Last Night of the Proms, Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm An unseasonable Fall of Snow, The PumpHouse Theatre, 7.30pm

Wilderness Connection, Okura Bush Walkway, 10am Devonport Midwinter Swim, Windsor Reserve, 12pm (register 11.30am) Pre Loved Re Loved Pop up exhibition, Depot Artspace, Devonport. Opens 22 June, until 3 July

The Legacy Tour with Kelvin Cruickshank and TJ Higgs, Bruce Mason Centre, 7pm New Found Sound, young musicians’ live music showcase, The Vic, Devonport, 7pm Creative Talks, The PumpHouse Theatre – Tessa Duder, 7pm

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Long Exposure Photography with Mythology, 29 Dancing Workshop, Cafe BayBay, Murrays Bruce Mason Centre, 10am.

Bay, 11am Also 29 June We’re going on a Bear Hunt, Tim Bray Theatre Co, gala opening 5pm.

10am & 1pm 1-5 Jul; 10am & 2pm 6-20 Jul, The PumpHouse Theatre

Black Swan, White Swan, Royal New Zealand Ballet, Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm. Also Sat 8 Jun 1.30pm & 7.30pm Celtic Ferret, folk concert, Senior Citizens Social Centre, Torbay, 8pm

Every Friday

Every Saturday

North Shore Community Toy Library, 1 Sidmouth St, Mairangi Bay, Fri & Sat 9.30-11.30am, Sun 2.30-4.30pm

Yoga Classes, Beach Haven Community House, 130 Beach Haven Rd, 8am

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Every Sunday Markets: Browns Bay Anzac Road, 7am, Takapuna, 7am, Glenfield 5-11pm

Browns Bay Laughter Club, Browns Bay Community Centre, 9-9.45am

“Play a while” toy library, Devonport Community House, 9-11.30am

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CONTENTS COVER FEATURE

DEVONPORT

45 AIMES Awards 2019

96 Devonport News

FEATURES

MILFORD

36 Shop the Shore

90 Milford News

60 Winter Wellbeing 68 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton 70 My Shore Life 74 Shore People: Harry Hobin 78 Redgraves Home Fabrics 88 Me and My Dog 106 I Love My Sport 128 North Shore History with David Verran 140 Gundry's Grumbles 144 The Channel Crossword

ARTS 24 The Rose Centre 24 The PumpHouse

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25 The Vic 100 Lake House Arts 103 Northart

EDUCATION 107 Massey University 108 Kristin School 110 Rosmini College

OUT & ABOUT

111 Carmel College

02 Community Calendar

112 Westlake Boys' High School

07 Out & About on the Shore

114 Rangitoto College

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117 Westlake Girls' High School

EATING OUT

118 Takapuna Grammar

26 Eating Out Guide

119 Albany Senior High School

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Eating Out: Franc's

TAKAPUNA BEACH 34 Views from the Beach with TBBA

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ON THE COVER: Olivia McTaggart photo by Alisha Lovrich Photography

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FROM THE EDITOR

Janet Marshall

The Channel Magazine Team: Heather Barker Vermeer, Aidan Bennett, Crystal Sharp, Christine Young, Nikki Davidson.

Special people, special place Young and talented: Our June issue shares stories of local youths making their mark on the world. From the youngest person to swim the Cook Strait and Lake Taupo, to the musical theatre star who performed for Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Royal Albert Hall, to the doctor intent on saving patients’ sight, these are young people from the Shore who are doing remarkable things.

Each year, young Shore people demonstrating outstanding achievement in their chosen field can apply for an AIMES Award.

Through the scheme run by the North Harbour Club to reward ‘excellence in youth’, people under the age of 25 can apply in any of the AIMES categories - Arts, Innovation, Music, Education, Sport and Service to the community.

The prize is a monetary grant to help them pursue their ambitions in their chosen field. As applications open for the 2019 round this month (June 12th and close August 2nd), we felt it was timely to catch up with some past winners to find out where life has taken them, and hopefully inspire people to apply.

Autumn has been wonderful, with unseasonably warm temperatures and glorious sunrises and sunsets helping to keep the winter feeling at bay. To prepare for the cooler,

darker days ahead however, we have a Winter Wellbeing feature with inspiration on ways to stay in good spirits and make the most of the coming months.

Rich reds make up our colour palette for this month’s Shop the Shore pages and, as always, we encourage you to shop locally and support Shore businesses in your retail choices.

As always, we have many smiling faces in our Out & About pages, including yours truly at a very special Mother’s Day event put on

by North Shore Brass Band at the Spencer on Byron Hotel. Tears were shed! And a little tear is being shed in writing this, for my last issue on the magazine. Channel is a positive, local, ’people’ publication. And it’s been an absolute joy to meet so many wonderful people through the magazine and help people share their personal stories, their businesses, their events, their lives. After seven years, I’m moving on to a new challenge. I'll leave with brilliant memories, feeling grateful that among colleagues, interviewees, clients and readers, I have made many friends for life.

Enjoy this very special place we call home, this month and beyond…

- Heather

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In 2017 they were ranked No.1 in the World from more than 50,000 producers by the “World Association of Wine Writers and Journalists”. The Barossa Valley was founded by German settlers and a linchpin of the early Australian fortified wine industry. The region fell from grace in the 1950’s-1980 as the industry shifted towards red table wines, led by the prestigious Cabernet Sauvignon grape. From the mid-80’s, the regions focus on producing Shiraz from their very old vines catapulted them

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FEDERATION'S WINTER 19 LAUNCH AT MADAM WOO Madam Woo proved to be the perfect venue for Federation to show its brand new Winter19 collection during a runway dinner.

Guests enjoyed gin and grapefruit and elderflower tonics while catching up with each other to DJ sounds before sitting down to a fabulous three course dinner. Between courses, models walked through the restaurant wearing the latest seasonal streetwear from this Takapuna based design team - the perfect mix of quirk and cool. The goodie bags were a delight, featuring Federation caps along with edible treats, candles and skincare. Winter on the Shore is looking very stylish indeed.

Jess Molina, Megan and Kevin Robinson, Hamish and Michiko Hylands.

Sarah Harper, Danni Trebacz, Steph Guise.

AndrĂŠ Schwarz, Loic QuĂŠdec, Ally Parker, Jane Guy, Daniel and Kiyoko Campbell, Belinda Nash.

Nicole Snowden, Alys Moriarty, Brooke Burton.

Gemma Scott, Kelly Bertrand, Olivia McPherson.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

NEW LOOK STIRLING SPORTS LAUNCHES IN SHORE CITY A first look at the new Stirling Sports concept store in Shore City was shared on May 9th when the re-vamped Takapuna store opened its doors to invited guests.

With a new location in the upper level of Shore City, the much-loved local sports store has undergone a dramatic makeover created by Shore-based company Ellery Design. Live DJ tunes pumped as owners, staff and VIP customers mingled among the latest merchandise, while enjoying champagne and an impressive grazing table platter. Plenty of sportswear was tried on and goodie bags were given out with purchases.

Nick Jarrold, Sasha Cohen, Aleisha Taylor, Ella Toumadj.

Kerry Pankhurst, Maxine Smyth, Jackson Smyth.

Tracey and Mark Ellery, Abby Bjorkland, Lindsay Peak.

Gerry Heath, Don Stewart, David Hope.

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MIDDLE AGE SPREAD AT THE PUMPHOUSE Laughs were plentiful on the May 9th opening night of Middle Age Spread at The PumpHouse. The classic Roger Hall comedy staged by Tadpole Productions until May 19th - the run coincided with the Takapuna playwright's 80th birthday. 'A nostalgic snapshot of New Zealand in the 70s', the play takes audiences back to the days of bell-bottoms, big hair and cheese fondue and shares the mid-life crises of three couples who attend a dinner party they'd really rather not. A colourful hark back to a bygone era, brilliantly staged by this local theatre company - oh what a night!

Jenny Whisken, Claire Raoult, Mags Delaney.

Andy, Coral, Mike, Tim, Alison and Tracey Hawkins, Katie Grace Matthews, Jasper and Ella Hawkins.

Jennie and Jim Leary.

Derrick and Alison Barker.

Jan and Don Chappell.

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Gloria Hollier, Judy Nicholas, Enid Valentine.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

NAUTICAL NICK'S NIPPILY DIP MID-WINTER SWIM Nick Taylor's favourite beach was Waiake and after he passed away in North Shore Hospice a few years ago, his friends and family wanted to find a fun, unique way to honour him annually. He loved dress up parties. The Nippily Dip mid-winter swim was devised and on the weekend closest to Nick's birthday his supporters gather in crazy, 'everyday hero' fancy-dress to experience some discomfort by diving into the cold winter waters. This year it was held on Sunday 19th May, a brisk and breezy day that the brave group embraced.

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FOUR NEW LAUREATES FOR LOCAL BUSINESS HALL OF FAME Four new laureates were inducted into the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame at a black tie dinner held at The Wharf, Northcote Point, on Thursday May 2nd.

The new 2019 laureates were Carmel Fisher, Greg Smale, Sue and Guy Haddleton.

The North Harbour Business Hall of Fame, administered by the North Harbour Club and Charitable Trust, celebrates the massive achievements these people have made in business as well as the community. A feature on the inductees and the event is included in this issue. The evening was MC’d by veteran broadcaster Peter Williams and featured performances by local North Shore entertainer and North Harbour Club AIMES Music Award recipient Will Martin. The North Harbour Business Hall of Fame is sponsored by Milford Asset Management.

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SPOTLIGHT ON: ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Auckland City Electric Vehicles opens big new home on Barry’s Point Road In July last year we included a feature article on Auckland City Electric Vehicles (ACEV), a new business that had landed on the Shore, specialising in electric vehicles. Almost 12 months on that business is humming and has just moved to bigger and brighter premises at 83 Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna – they were previously just up the road on the corner of Anzac and Barry’s Point Road.

The new home for ACEV is very impressive. It is a huge space of 900 square metres, providing a fantastic indoor showroom where they can showcase over 50 electric vehicles as well as an outdoor area.

The business is owned by Allan Clarke, once a household name on the Shore for motor vehicles. ACEV is a division of Allan Clarke Motors Limited (established in 1979) which has stayed quietly around and is now behind this exciting electric vehicle business.

Allan has been joined in the business by his and son-in-law Hadley Hargadon and his daughter Alana.

The new premises at 83 Barry’s Point Road are very impressive.

The building has had a complete make-over, with bright new signage and livery. It is home to a huge selection of top grade, high quality near new and pre-owned EVs and hybrid vehicles that are hand-picked by Hadley and Allan, and are priced from just $15,000.

There is a very wide range of vehicles. This range includes 2019

and 2018 Nissan Leaf’s and 2018 BMW i3s – highly spec’d with a great colour choice. They also have a large range of Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV’s - one of New Zealand’s favourite plug-in hybrid vehicles that travel up to 50 kilometres on battery only power through the dual electric motors, but also have a petrol motor to ensure longer range motoring.

Another option at ACEV is the Volkswagen Golf GTE – the GTE is a plug in hybrid electric vehicle offering the looks of a GTI at a fraction of the running costs..

Allan Clarke explains that vehicle maintenance and servicing is quite a different proposition with these electric vehicles. “In our heyday in Albany, we had 100 technicians to service vehicles. They reckon these EVs have only 18-20 moving parts so need a fraction of the attention that a petrol or diesel vehicle needs. So there are not only savings in fuel but big savings for owners in servicing and maintenance as well.”

ACEV offer excellent finance packages, a seven day service back-up, a 48 hour money back guarantee and an overnight test drive for approved purchasers.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

TAKAPUNA SOAPBOX UNVEILED On 25 May a good crowd gathered at Killarney Park as Auckland Council unveiled ‘Soapbox’ – a new and interactive public artwork overlooking Lake Pupuke. The glass reinforced concrete plinth, coloured in a red that offers a nod to both the neighbouring PumpHouse and to the volcanic origins of the lake, was designed and built by artists Olivia Collinson, Prue Fea and Vanessa Coxhead in collaboration with architecture and design firm Jasmax. Once unveiled, ‘Soapbox’ immediately hosted performances by poets and writers including Rose Northey, Courtney Sina Meredith and Grace Taylor.

Camellia & Oliver Haydon, Marianne Riley, Vanessa Coxhead, Elsa Benjamin.

Terence and Max Harpur, Donna White, Colleen Clarke.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

TECH-XPERIENCE AT THE B:HIVE Mid-May marked "Tech Week" In Auckland, and North Shore was very much part of the action. The B:HIVE at Smales Farm was buzzing with entrepreneurs and “tech-xperts” at Tech-Xpectations, Grow North Innovation District’s “school-to-scaleup Innovation Escalator”, hosted by Smales Farm, Massey Business School and ecentre, Shore Junction, and Takapuna Beach Business Association. Business owners and entrepreneurs joined with thought leaders from across the technology and innovation spectrum to discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by digital transformation now and into the future.

After (and before) some valuable networking time, and an opportunity to explore the stands and demonstrations at the associated expo, MC Sarah Cross from Everedge hosted an interactive discussion and problem-solving forum, where those attending had the opportunity to connect with an array of experts. Attendees chose the topics that interested them most and left each short session bursting with new ideas and information.

At the Tech-Xpectations Expo, visitors could see and experience KiwiQuads racing drones and indoor racing league, Virtual Reality for retail research from Consumer Insights (a Massey University spinout company), Augmented Reality from Curiat, and Impact Projects undertaken by Albany Senior High School students.

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MOTHER'S DAY BRASS AT SPENCER ON BYRON HOTEL Families gathered for an afternoon of music and memory-making on Mother's Day at the Spencer on Byron Hotel. North Shore Brass Band's 'Songs for Mother' was a hugely entertaining on Sunday 12th May. Band President Owen Melhuish welcomed guests before the first musical segment, which was provided by the group's Academy Band and included a debut solo performance by Mikaela Keer-Keer. Afternoon tea, champagne and a raffle featured during the interval, with the North Shore Brass Band taking to the stage for a spectacular performance, with tunes spanning various eras and genres, and ending with an uplifting finale of Bohemian Rhapsody and Don't Stop Me Now by Queen.

Madeline, Liam, Devon and Ian Wright.

Alison and Gwen Matthews, Lorraine Brock.

Britta, Callum, Mikaela, Emma and Angus Keer-Keer.

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New World’s delicatessen offerings always provide fresh, to-go, hot or cold, and ready to eat options for hungry shoppers, and New World Shore City will be no different.

SHORE CITY, TAKAPUNA

We’re buzzing about New World coming to Shore City

By Aidan Bennett

From day one – almost 100 issues ago – the team at Channel Magazine have always been passionate about our home patch.

It is one of the reasons we started the publication, so we could highlight the good things happening in our community. We set out to be advocates for everything local, particularly celebrating business success.

The news, therefore, that New World has decided to open at Shore City in Takapuna, is truly heartwarming. At a challenging time for retailing, this is a real shot in the arm for Shore City and indeed Takapuna and the North Shore.

New World’s new Shore City store – that will open in late 2019 – will include produce, butchery, bakery, seafood, delicatessen and an extensive range of beer, wine and cider.

Shore City has undergone a substantial refresh both internally and externally over the past two years and the new supermarket will definitely be a welcome addition for Shore City customers.

Having experienced great shopping at other ‘boutique’ New World outlets in Auckland and Wellington – i.e. New World Metro – the concept will fit in very well at Shore City. Parent company Foodstuffs say that New World Shore City shoppers will get to know the store manager and staff, and like all New World stores, their aim is that it will become a cornerstone of the community.

“We strive to put the customer first in all that we do at Foodstuffs, and we have long wanted to provide a new, convenient and customer-friendly store in Takapuna,” says Foodstuffs North Island Head of Property Investment, Nick Hanson, when quizzed on why they chose Shore City. “Shore City provides all of this, and the New World brand complements the existing tenancy mix, recent mall upgrades and continued investment in the centre.”

“New World Shore City will offer an intimate shopping Signwriters putting the finishing touches experience, which is one to the hoardings bordering the area where of our greatest strengths as New World Shore City will be located within the shopping centre.

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a New Zealand owned and operated business.

The store will offer what shoppers expect and love about New World, including Click & Shore City, Takapuna.

Collect, which will be situated in a convenient footprint for busy shoppers.”

Foodstuffs say that New World’s delicatessen offerings always provide fresh, to-go, hot or cold, and ready to eat options for hungry shoppers, and New World Shore City will be no different. The store’s design, currently in concept phase, will be one of the first stores to open under this brand-new design concept with strong themes conveying a marketplace atmosphere with natural materials and a focus on freshness and vibrancy.

“The supermarket offering and boutique experience New World will bring to Shore City, aligns perfectly with our aim to provide a first-class shopping experience to Takapuna,” added Shore City Centre Manager, Jan Walker. “We are always looking at ways we can improve our shopping experience and we are thrilled to have a draw card retailer like New World joining our other quality brands such as Farmers, Les Mills, Life Pharmacy and Country Road to name just a few.”

The new supermarket will be situated on the ground floor of Shore City, conveniently located adjacent to the Food Gallery and entrance to the multi deck undercover carpark (accessible via Como or Anzac Streets).

While it is already very close to the beach as well as the bars, cafes and restaurants, the master plan for Takapuna involves linking Shore City more to the main street and through to the beach. This will mean that the new supermarket will be very convenient for locals and visitors alike.

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ANDREW DORREEN

Timeless Seawardside Residence With Strong Views 16 TIRI ROAD Located only five properties from the beach, this gorgeous character 'home and income' rebuilt in 1998, is ready for its new family to move in and enjoy. A picture perfect family home offering a total of five double bedrooms (four bathrooms) including a self-contained apartment above the triple car garage.

The main home is built over three levels, maximising views with the master suite on the top floor boasting sensational elevated urban and ocean views. There is also a second bedroom / nursery and office on this floor. Both bedrooms offer their own balcony. Mid floor living offers

a lovely large entertainers kitchen, flowing to a spacious dining and informal lounge area. This opens out to the north facing outdoor entertaining. There is also a formal lounge with cosy gas fire and two more bedrooms, each with their own bathroom in the main home.

Above the triple car garage is a separate self-contained one bedroom "granny flat" with spacious living, full kitchen and lovely feel.

Overall a gorgeous, timeless home with significant options to either work from home or offer additional accommodation for extended families. A rare opportunity to secure a lovely slice of paradise.

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Lakefront Pad With Phenomenal Views 18 MANURERE AVENUE In my opinion one of the very best lakefront aspects in Manurere!

Number 18 feels as if you're floating on the water as you enter this ultra-cool, fully renovated mid-century icon of the street. Suited to small families or even the downsizer wanting to reduce maintenance and maintain privacy, this three bedroom two living home boasts amazing outdoor living that flows seamlessly off the main lounge. It is truly an amazing one level entertainer's dream which suits the outdoor kiwi alfresco lifestyle to perfection.

• Completely renovated inside and out with new double glazing.

• Miele appliances, marble benchtop, outdoor gas fire, built in bbq and outdoor seating.

• 3 double bedrooms including master with ensuite.

• Spacious dining and lounge area that enjoy uninterrupted views.

• Second living area downstairs currently a games rooms with pool table and own outdoor area with plunge pool.

• Direct access to the lake below with flat lawn and floating pontoon.

• Manurere is made popular given it's north western aspect, close proximity to shopping and Takapuna Beach, as well as on ramp access to motorways. This is a great home and will not last.

CONTACT ANDREW DORREEN WITHOUT DELAY TO ARRANGE AN INSPECTION OF THIS SPECTACULAR HOME.

At the top end of the market, there are large differences in where buyers see the value of property, and often homes are unique or setting benchmarks in their respective areas. Because of this, Andrew negotiates each sale price face to face, rather than selling by Auction, and has done for almost all of his 15 years in the business.

The current climate is seeing fewer people in a cash position so the need for a specialist high end negotiator becomes paramount to your success. Andrew's personal sales last year alone totalled $106,207,000 at an average of $3,933,000 per property and has broken the $100 million for the last three consecutive calendar years. This makes him one of New Zealand's most successful residential sales people. Sign up for Property Updates at www.andrewdorreen.com. Follow his facebook page and Instagram feed.

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS

News from The PumpHouse from James Bell

The youth take the stage this month!

This month at The Rose Centre with manager John Davies

James Bell

The PumpHouse has some fabulous productions hitting the stage this month, which are sure to cure the winter blues! With performances from some talented local youth, to thoughtprovoking theatre, read what The PumpHouse has on offer this June.

Senior Vocal Competition, 1st – 3rd June: North Shore Performing Arts Society Inc. are bringing to the stage their 65th Annual Performing Arts Senior Vocal Competition. It will be held over Queen’s Birthday Weekend, culminating with the Becroft Aria Final at 4.30pm on Monday 3rd June.

During Queen’s Birthday weekend and prior to the Becroft Aria final, contestants in the Aria and others take part in various vocal classes including Musical Theatre, Operatic Solos, Oratorio, British and European Art song and German Lieder.

The various classes over the weekend carry prize money in excess of $12,000.00. Come and enjoy our young singers as they embark on their singing careers!

Much Ado About Nothing, 6th – 8th June: Albany Senior High School Shakespeare Company presents William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, directed by long time PumpHouse and Shakespeare stalwart Allan Roberts.

This rollicking battle of the sexes is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies. Don’t miss out on this fast paced, side splittingly funny production which combines Shakespeare’s fantastic comic characters and story lines with a concoction of modern edginess, and heavenly dose of pop cultured sprinkles.

An Unseasonable Fall of Snow, 22nd June: Simple Truth Theatre Company brings this thought-provoking show to The PumpHouse as part of their national High School tour. Over seven weeks the show gets performed 30 times – each time in a new location. As a result, the actors develop a special bond with the script and the characters which creates an energy on stage that is not to be missed.

Written by award-winning New Zealand playwright, Gary Henderson, An Unseasonable Fall of Snow is a raw, real and confronting investigation into toxic masculinity, and how isolation and disconnection can have severe effects on a person’s mental health.

Creative Talk: Tessa Duder, 28th June: Tessa Duder OBE writes for children and young adults and is also an author of short stories, plays and non-fiction. Her well-known Alex novels are critically acclaimed and have been published internationally.

We are privileged to have her come and discuss her writing process and share with us the background of her latest book, First Map: How James Cook Charted Aotearoa.

Tessa’s book reveals a story of courage, dogged perseverance and Cook’s extraordinary skills as both cartographer and seafarer.

Creative Talks are held monthly at The PumpHouse Theatre and entry is free.

Cheers, James Bell.

BOOKINGS: 09 489 8360 or pumphouse.co.nz

Winter warmers at The Rose Centre

John Davies

Winter brings some cold evenings and of course the twilight commutes home. But think about it, on the 1st of June it was only 120 days 'til daylight saving is back. In the meantime, why not take in “The Lion in Winter”.

It's Christmas 1183, and King Henry II is planning to announce his successor to the throne. The jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has three sons and wants his boy Prince John to take over. Henry's wife, Queen Eleanor, has other ideas. She believes their son Prince Richard should be king. As the family and various schemers gather for the holiday, each tries to make the indecisive king choose their option.

Playing at 7.30pm June 5 to 8 and 4pm June 9. Tickets available only at eventfinda.co.nz; search “The Lion in Winter” Winter Play The Rose Centre is delighted to host the Devonport Peninsula Trust’s Winter Play sessions every Tuesday June 4 to October 29, 9.30 to 11am or until you need to take your tired toddler home.

And come the end of the month, Devonport Drama’s Fairytale the Musical Angry at being locked out of Fairytale Idol, the villains kidnap the Fairy Godmother to create their own dark tale. Can four princesses, Prince Charming and a small wooden puppet rescue her before Fairytales disappear forever?

A fun tale for all the family.

Words by Geoff Allen / Music by Robyn Allen-Goudge.

June 25th – 28th at 7pm.

Matinees Saturday June 29th, 11am & 4pm.

Two hours with interval. Tickets: $10 if pre-booked, $15 at door, subject to availability. Book at The Rose Centre phone 445 9900 or email info@rosecentre.co.nz The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont 09 445 9900 info@rosecentre.co.nz www.rosecentre.co.nz Facebook @RoseCentre

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE BLACK RICE

FRANC'S WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS MONTH

ABOUT US: Located in North Shore’s biggest food and beverage centre (Orchard Park Retail Hub) in Central Albany, Black Rice offers a cosy dining environment with a central dining lobby, a covered outdoor patio and a VIP private dining room. We are proud to be the first Asian fusion restaurant in Albany.

The warm weather is leaving us behind. What better time to save those pennies?

THE FOOD: Encompassing a diverse array of countries, cultures and cuisines, Black Rice offers an unparalleled fusion dining experience with an almost endless supply of cooking inspiration to draw from. There's simply no stopping our colourful and creative cuisine, and our tapas-style small sharing plates are in high demand.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Our fusion style lunch special has even more bang for your buck.

Starting from only $12.50, there will be one from the menu to satisfy your cravings during a busy day!

Even if you're feeling the pinch before payday, you can still eat like a king at Franc's using our new Cheap Eats menu.

We’ve chosen some of our favourite dishes to offer at a crazy $9, Monday-Friday.

Eating out doesn’t have to cost the earth.

Hell, it doesn’t even have to cost more than $9 Open Mon – Sun, 9am-late, Franc’s Bar + Diner, Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna 09 488 0016 Francs.co.nz

Open Tuesday - Sunday, 11am - 11pm Unit 10B, 21 Corinthian Drive, Albany 09 415 8377 www.facebook.com/BlackRiceAlbany

TAYLORS ON HURSTMERE

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ABOUT US: Taylors, best little wine bar in Takapuna. Serving sharing plates and an extensive wine and craft beer list.

Perfect for after work drinks and late evening coffee and desserts. Located just 2 mins from Bruce Mason Centre and Takapuna Beach!

THE FOOD: New autumn menu going strong, old favourites like lamb and mint meatballs, soy and ginger pork belly, and tequila chicken, with new offerings like pulled pork bao buns and our daily arancini balls or sliders.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Wine tastings now at Taylors. Join us on the last Monday of the month to try a selection of local and international wines, just $25 per ticket includes nibbles and tastings. Sells out fast.

3pm till late Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays Taylor’s on Hurstmere, 168 Hurstmere Road, 09 489 9510 www.taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz Recently opened in Takapuna on the old Artwok site – serving Artwok signature dishes plus great new Asian and European recipes.

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ABOUT US: NZ Tang offers international cuisine with an Asian gourmet twist in a smart yet casual setting, using fresh top quality seafood and meats.

THE FOOD: Share sashimi fresh from the sea, snacks and cold plates, dumplings and side plates; and then choose from the exciting main plate selection – from Songshu Yu (snapper, capsicum and tomato salsa with sweet & sour sauce) to Zhenjiang Spareribs (with black vinegar, white sesame seed and salad), Guo Bao Rou (Chinese-style crispy pork with ginger and coriander, and an exciting range of Chinese style dishes. Or go for what you know – fish and chips, salt and pepper lamb rack, or beef burger. Kids select from the kids’ menu.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Check out our latest news and offers on our website: http://epicureanml.co.nz/#menu NZ Tang, 152 Hurstmere Road, Open 7 days 11.30am-3pm; 5pm till late facebook: @nztang, www.epicureanml.co.nz

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ABOUT US: Zomer, your favourite local cafe!

We've just dropped our new winter menu featuring only the best seasonal, local produce. Also we are available for function hire throughout June and July. Come in for a chat today so we can make your special occasion extra special!

THE FOOD: Our new winter menu is in full swing.

Come and sample the delights of our Smoked Chicken Bruschetta, prime New Zealand mince served in a vol au vent or the best seafood chowder in Auckland! There are always homemade baked goods available for a sweet treat as well!

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Great coffee, great food, great vibes!

Come down and try our new winter menu, plus some new special hot drinks (did someone say Chilli Hot Chocolate?!)

Open Mon-Fri: 7:30-15:00, Sat-Sun: 8:00-15:00, 4 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 488 7594 zomer.co.nz

Franc's Takapuna

EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

Franc’s – your friendly beachside diner

Manager Adam Mather and bar manager Paaka Edwards.

Franc’s is a distinctive presence in the Takapuna dining scene.

It has the advantage of being directly opposite the beach, of course. And it differs from other bars and its immediate neighbours in being open almost all hours, and having an overtly casual vibe that extends from the décor to the food. The aesthetic is “beach bach”: bright colours, plenty of tropical plants, and the whole space open and light with plenty of glass doors and windows linking to the beach and reserve.

The menus have a slightly idiosyncratic twist in being southern “Americana meets street food”, as manager Adam Mather describes it. Southern American, he says, is real comfort food.

“It’s easy to do pub classics. Here at the beach we want to offer something different as well.”

There is still some standard pub comfort food (burgers, fries…) but you can also opt for Asian-inspired soft-shell crab or Mekong beef. Hardly Americana, you might think. But wait – there’s also crispy Cajun squid, jambalaya, and the increasingly popular Louisiana chicken and buttermilk waffles, the latter as addictive as they are redolent of America’s southern states.

Add in the impressive range of healthy options, at any time of day (anyone for a Blue Mermaid – and yes, it is blue – smoothie bowl to start the day?) or jackfruit tacos, and the separate vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free menu, and the word that comes to mind is eclectic – and inviting. Something to tempt all tastebuds and occasions.

Adam and his team, headed by head chef Carson Donaldson and bar manager Paaka Edwards, are always “playing around” and offering specials on the latest dish they tested in the kitchen to see how locals and beach visitors alike respond.

In this age of Instagram and Facebook, and given that on summer weekends around half the customers are visitors to the area, the menu is designed not just for maximum taste but also to be attractive. “Our purpose is to have food that is delicious, nutritious and that looks beautiful.”

“We try to avoid stagnation,” adds Adam. “We constantly offer specials and mini menus.” On top of that, there are three major menu changes each year, to ensure Franc’s makes the most of fresh seasonal produce, one at the end of summer, one in spring, and another for the hottest months when stone fruit and other hot weather produce is most available.

Adam says they are increasingly sourcing specialty ingredients from small local suppliers. ”It’s the only way to get really seasonal things,” says Adam.

Franc’s is one of the larger venues in Takapuna, seating up to 250.

At weekends the place is heaving, full of beach walkers, locals and families enjoying time together. But if the beach calls, anything on the main menu can be ordered as takeaways (in eco-friendly recyclable and compostable packs). If winter prompts a hunker-down-at-home mood, you can call Uber Eats – the menu selection is slightly smaller but still extensive.

Franc’s eco-friendly ethos doesn’t stop at its takeaway packaging.

“We compost all our rubbish, and use as little packaging as we can,” says Adam. “And we use paper straws – though we only offer those if people want them.”

The size and L-shaped layout make Franc’s ideal for functions as the two sides of the L can be separated off, with plenty of space for groups of around 100. It’s a popular place for anything from significant birthdays to work functions or team building sessions.

Menus can be tailored to each group’s needs, and you can work with the bar team to design customised cocktails to serve as guests arrive. Adam suggests that if you’re organising a function of any sort, you come in and discuss what you want with him or his team.

Whatever the occasion, Franc’s offers a welcoming casual environment. “You can come in your board shorts from the beach,” says Adam, “bring the whole family, or come for a corporate lunch and feel comfortable.

“Our staff are passionate, and casually dressed but deliver high quality service. We have a real focus on what we deliver and how we deliver it and not old ideas of what service might be. We deliver really good value in a comfortable environment.”

And what value. In June, from Monday to Friday, Franc’s again offers its Cheap Eats menu – a selection of Franc’s favourite dishes at just $9 a plate. If that’s not an invitation to try out Franc’s inimitable style we’re not sure what is.

Franc’s Bar and Diner, Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna 09 488 0016 www.joylab.co.nz/francs FB @francsnz Insta: francsnz Open Monday – Wednesday 9am - 9pm; Thursday/Friday 9am – late; Saturday 8am – late; Sunday 8am – 9pm

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE AUBERGINE ABOUT US: After 17 years on Hurstmere Road, we have recently undertaken a full renovation. Enjoy the new décor, our Mediterranean hospitality and our menu of delicious Mediterranean and European dishes, revamped under new head chef Aldo Franckin.

THE FOOD: We serve fresh food delivered daily, and have retained our popular signature dishes, like Eye Filet, red wine jus, mashed potato, spinach, caramelised tomato and field mushroom.

Asahi beer now on tap.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Take advantage of our specials: Lunch – Two courses (starter and choice of 11 mains) for just $19 Dinner – Three course set menu $39 (starter, selection of 10 mains and 3 desserts) Open seven days 12 noon till late 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand 09 489 3104 aubergine.co.nz

FRENCH RENDEZ-VOUS

ABOUT US: We are a Japanese Izakaya Restaurant, also with a sushi train.

THE FOOD: Authentic Japanese cuisine Sushi sashimi, tempura and many other dishes.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Book online www.sakebar.co.nz, put “I Love Takoyaki” in the comments and receive a $10 voucher (for the month of April).

Bookings accepted 24/7, instant confirmation.

Open 7 days, closed public holidays.

KARAOKE AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS. 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz

A-BLOCK

ABOUT US: Philippe, Claire and Hemanshi invite you to come into into the unique French restaurant on the Shore.

Come down to Lake Pupuke for a delicious handmade meal (French style) with fresh New Zealand product for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner.

ABOUT US: A-Block is the shared place for the community to celebrate art and craft, to meet and eat, chill out and take time for coffee. We roast our own beans under our Society Coffee brand. The hidden gem of Browns Bay.

THE FOOD: Wide range of typical Kiwi breakfast options like eggs benedict, omelette or gluten-free galettes and delicious sweet crepes.

THE FOOD: The idea of our food is to provide exciting dishes with our creative twist and take on a different approach to many classic dishes incorporating different cuisines of the world. You’ll be surprised.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Large selection of French wine including nice, fresh rosé.

We are now serving partyclette (melted French cheese on potatoes and ham). Only available if your table is booked online at: https://pumphouse.co.nz/visit/french-rendez-vous-cafe-satellite-bar/ French Rendez-vous cafe/restaurant, 2a Manurere Avenue, Takapuna 09 487 0009 Frenchrendezvous.booking@gmail.com www.facebook.com/frenchrendezvoustakapuna/

OLA POKE ABOUT US: Here at Ola Poké we always think of healthy food in a convenient and responsible way. ‘Ola’ means healthy in Hawaiian.

We are committed to consistently bringing you delicious Hawaiianinspired Poké made using only healthy salads, proteins and veggies. At Ola Poké your body will say "right choice" about what you’re eating! Dine-in or take-out.

THE FOOD: Build your own Poké bowl with four easy steps!

1. Choose your base of rice and salad. 2. Your choice of protein.

3. Mix in some vegetables. 4. Finish with dressing or sauces NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Get a good dose of winter vitamins and minerals in your fresh Poké Bowl.

Open 7 Days 10.30am – 8.00pm 85 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 489 7546 Instagram: @olapoke.nz

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NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Our new fall/winter menu is out now. And we still have fresh avocado!

Open seven days, 7.30am-4pm.

A-Block Cafe and Roastery, 76 Clyde Road, Browns Bay (entry off Bute Road) 09 476 6878 info@societycoffee.co.nz Insta: @ablock.nz

M E E T. E A T. & C O F F E E .

THE COMMONS ABOUT US: The Commons is an all-day social hub and eatery, perfect for after work drinks, week-night dinners, all-day lunches, elegant indoor dining, or one-off events. Enjoy casual get-togethers and live entertainment in The Gardens, or intimate dining indoors.

THE FOOD: Choose from our two menus: all-day à la carte, including sharing plates and express lunches; or our dining menu with a modern twist on classical themes.

Our outstanding customer service matches the relaxed, yet classy environment.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE June marks the launch of our new winter menu and wine list.

And don’t forget to book your function – work function, birthday, anniversary, wedding reception or corporate dinner; we can look after your needs and tailor a function to suit your style.

The Commons, in the heart of Takapuna – 21 Hurstmere Road 09 3904512 Book online at www.thecommons.co.nz Functions: functions@thecommons.co.nz The Gardens – open 7 days The Commons (indoor dining and functions) open Tue-Thur from 4pm; Fri-Sun from midday

EATING OUT ON THE SHORE STREET ORGANICS ABOUT US: Treat your taste buds, nourish your body & enjoy our beautiful space.

We’re passionate about quality, organic whole foods and genuine service – we love what we do and hope you do too.

With power, USB ports & Wi-Fi, we’re a great spot for meetings, working solo or a social catch up.

THE FOOD: We're for lovers of healthy whole foods and followers of vegan, paleo, gluten free, and low FODMAP lifestyles. Everything is made from scratch using fresh, local, organic ingredients wherever we can – zero added nasties. We make it with love, using ecofriendly products, we compost, we recycle and we minimise waste.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Our menu is full of delicious nutritious meal options.

Bring in this ad to receive 10% off your dine-in bill during June.

(One per table, single use only, thanks.)

Mon-Fri: 6:30am – 4pm, Sat-Sun & (most) public holidays: 7:30am – 3:30pm 1 Byron Ave, Takapuna, 09 216 5991, streetorganics_nz    www.streetorganics.com/auckland

TOKYO BAY

COMMUNITY EVENTS WESTLAKE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WHAT:

Westlake Chamber Orchestra

WHEN:

Sunday 30th June, 4pm

WHERE: Takapuna Methodist Church, 427 Lake Road, Takapuna DETAILS: This award-winning orchestra is currently preparing for a trip to Australia to take part in the Aspire International Youth Festival.

Entry by programme; suggested donation $20.

Funds go to organ restoration.

THE ELEPHANT WRESTLER

ABOUT US: Located in the Main Beach entertainment hub on The Strand at Takapuna Beach, Tokyo Bay is an international-class venue, offering modern Japanese. The diverse menu, created by expert chef Chikara Sato of Tokyo, provides options for all.

THE FOOD: Tokyo Bay offers modern Japanese cuisine with delicious flavours complemented by Japanese beers, sakes, and great international wines.

Priced for the local market; you'll be happy with the value provided for a top class Auckland restaurant.

NEED TO KNOW: JUNE Open every day for lunch and dinner, with great views and a high quality, modern, Japanese dining experience.

Open 12noon until late seven days 20 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 390 7188 Book on www.tokyobay.co.nz

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN JUNE: We have an amazing June in place and we really believe there is something on offer for everyone.

COMEDY LOUNGE

TOK TOK ABOUT US: Tok Tok is a unique restaurant with Asian fusion cuisine located in the heart of Takapuna’s dining precinct, just up from the beach. Many of the dishes are a ‘twist on the traditional’.

Two have featured as winners in the Taste of Auckland Festival Awards. The Crispy Hapuka Curry was a Supreme Winner and the Crispy Half Duck was runner up.

OUR MENU: Dishes to try this month include Pork ’n Scallop Dumplings, Duck Pad Thai, and Littleneck Clams with smoked bacon, herbs. Other favourites include Wagyu Beef Steamed Bun and the Grown-Up Lamb Curry.

Open: Monday: 5pm till late.

Tuesday-Sunday: 12pm till late!

129 Hurstmere Road Takapuna.

09 489 3988.

Email: toktokkitchen@gmail.com Visit: www.facebook.com/Toktakapuna/ or www.toktok.co.nz

Every Wednesday in June we bring you an array of New Zealand’s top comedians including Ben Hurley, Irene Smith and Jared Fell to mention just a few. Join us for dinner and then the show. Doors from 6pm with comedy from 7.30pm: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2019/the-elephant-wrestler-comedy-club/ auckland/takapuna/tickets LIVE BAND KARAOKE The international sensation of LIVE BAND KARAOKE makes it to New Zealand and Takapuna is where it has decided to land. Every Thursday from 8.30pm join our amazing Karaoke Band featuring Josh Leys, Andy Keys, Sam Allen & YOU!! That is right! Come shine on stage with a full band.

BBQ JOINT The BBQ JOINT Is back again in 2019. The meaty hit event of 2018 is returning every Sunday in June with LOW & SLOW and LIVE MUSIC. This year five champion Meatstock teams will be here from 6am getting their low & slow on. This year each team will prepare ribs and one additional meatilicious offering.

BBQ served from 1pm. Live music served from midday.

Open Mon - Sun 11am-late.

138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 8030 www.elephantwrestler.co.nz www.facebook.com/TheElephantWrestler

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SPOTLIGHT ON: NORTHCOTE TAVERN

The Highlander Bar is great for functions.

Northcote Tavern

Loving its local community!

Angela and Sarah.

By Aidan Bennett

First thing to do here is declare my So what makes the Northcote Tavern absolute bias – I love relaxing at the so special?

Northcote Tavern, having a beer and the “We feel we have the dining areas, great food with friends and family. I’m bars and outdoor areas pretty much a regular on a Sunday for dinner. It is a as our customers like them,” says Kim special place that has evolved to have a Milne. “There’s still an historic feeling real community and family focus. about the place but we are now catering The Northcote Tavern has been part for the requirements of the modern of the Shore since the 1800s. As you community.” will discover in the history portion of this “Sport is important and our regulars Outdoor spaces are popular when the sun is shining. feature, there has been a pub on the site love Callan’s Bar, named after the pioneer since the 1850s. who first established a pub here. The The ‘modern-day’ Northcote Tavern local community love the old-world is indeed all about family. For the past 30 charm of the Highlander Bar. Visitors years it has been the life and passion of the say it is like walking back in time. Our Milne family – brewery veteran Billy Milne, outdoor areas continue to grow in his wife Kim, their daughters Angela and popularity. We love the days when the Sarah and their extended family. sun is shining and we have families It was his job working for Lion enjoying our hospitality with youngsters Breweries that first brought Billy Milne to hanging out on the lawns and in the Billy and Kim Milne. the Northcote Tavern. After running pubs outdoor areas with other regulars and for the brewing giant around the country for over a decade he arrived visitors. It’s a lovely atmosphere.” at the Northcote Tavern over three decades ago, January 1989.

Another example of the change that has gone on at the tavern When Lion decided to sell all their pubs a few years later he and Kim has been the conversion of the old bottle store to become Point jumped at the chance to buy the tavern and the rest is history.

Espresso, where locals and visitors can get great coffee, biscuits, With Billy slowing down, these days it is Kim – with the assistance cookies and other non-alcoholic drinks. They also have Nice Blocks of their daughters Angela and Sarah – who run the tavern day to – the natural and organic ice block brand that is hugely popular in day. Doing a fantastic job. It is no secret that the pub business has the summer. changed dramatically in recent times and the Northcote Tavern is an Channel Magazine is teaming up with the Northcote Tavern to example of how positive that change has been. present a monthly feature we are calling ‘TavTalk’. Our aim is to Yes, the ‘Tav’ is still a place for people to have a drink and hang profile interesting locals who enjoy the tavern. There is always a lot out with friends and enjoy themselves, as it has always been. But it going on there with interesting people and groups using it as their is now so much more. Kim Milne says these days sport, food, family meeting place. The regular Karaoke nights are popular and the and community are the key ingredients. tavern has its very own fishing club that has been going for decades.

As this issue of Channel Magazine was being put together a In this issue we chat with Jake Morrissey of Point Bistro37 who complete renovation of the kitchen area was under way at the tavern provides the great food at the tavern. to continue improving its ever-popular food offering. The kitchen is See you at the Tav! closed until June 10th, with food trucks engaged to fill the gap in the interim.

Northcote Tavern – 37 Queen St, Northcote Point.

When the brand spanking new kitchen re-opens in June it will be with Phone 09 480 7707. Email: northcotetavern@gmail.com Visit: www.northcotetavern.co.nz a slightly revamped menu – being sure to retain all the firm favourites.

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A chat with…

Jake Morrissey

Point Bistro37 at Northcote Tavern Jake Morrissey is the experienced chef behind Point Bistro37 at Northcote Tavern and the great food. We popped in for a chat with him just as the kitchen was about to get a makeover in May – he’s excited to have a brand spanking new one opening in early June.

AIDAN BENNETT: Tell us about your background?

JAKE MORRISSEY: I was born in Brighton, went to London at the age of 16 where I trained as a chef. I did a three year apprenticeship at Escargot Restaurant in Soho.

AB: What brought you to New Zealand?

JM: Love. I met my wife – a Kiwi – in London and followed her back 15 years ago. We now have two kids, aged 10 and 14.

We are hitting the targets with the food – good, honest, homecooked pub food that we push the boundaries a bit with.

AB: How long have you been here?

JM: I’m in my seventh year here with Point Bistro37. I met with Billy and Kim when they were looking for a new food offering and the rest is history. I love it here.

I have opened kitchens at quite a few new pubs. Prior to this one I set up the Postman’s Leg in Glenfield and Citizen Park in Kingsland.

AB: What do you love about the tavern?

JM: It’s honest. It is what it is – a good honest traditional pub that’s a popular part of the community.

Jake Morrissey

AB: You must be thrilled with the reputation you have established for your food at the tavern?

JM: Yes, this really goes hand in hand with the overall standing of the place. We are hitting the targets with the food – good, honest, home-cooked pub food that we push the boundaries a bit with. Our Sunday roasts are as popular as they are in English pubs. Our pies are something special as well. We like to expand and experiment with our flavours and pastries.

AB: The kitchen is closing for a refit.

What is being done?

JM: Billy and Kim built the kitchen about 25 years ago when they bought the pub.

It really was overdue for a refit and we had outgrown it. We have three chefs and a team of 10 in total now.

The bones will be very much the same but we will be increasing work space so we can continue to push the boundaries more and allow the team to be more creative.

PointBistro37 at Northcote Tavern – Open for Lunch and Dinner from 11am until 9pm 7 Days.

Northcote Tavern - History The very first hotel was built on the site in the late 1850s, over 160 years ago. It was built by Philip Callan, an innovative Irishman from County Cork who arrived in Auckland with his wife Jane in 1840.

Philip Callan bought a lot of land around Stokes Point – as Northcote Point was called in those early days. He built the first wharf and set up a brickworks on the beach from which he built a onestorey brick hotel and operated with a publican’s bush licence. That cost five pounds per annum with no restrictions!

That first hotel was called ‘The North Auckland Hotel’ and later the ‘Ferry Hotel’. This is said to be due to the fact that a condition of operating the hotel was they had to… “keep a boat of a certain size, capable of carrying a certain number of passengers; and the boat was to run a certain number of times during the day”.

Despite being an early pioneer in the area, the Callans fell on tough times by the 1870s, with Philip Callan declared bankrupt.

They lost the licence to operate the hotel.

Jane died in 1881 and Philip in 1884.

History records that “Ireland can be proud of these two settlers who left the misery of existence in the terrible years of famine to make a new life in New Zealand. They made an early and notable contribution to the successful settlement of the North Shore.”

After a fire, which destroyed the original building beyond repair, tenders were called for the building of a handsome family hotel of two storeys in the Italian order. Messrs Hammond & Sons were the architects and the two-storey hotel, looking pretty much as it is today, was opened for business in 1884.

There was the addition of a new wing on the Queen Street side of the hotel in 1936 when the property was purchased

by Mrs Myers of Campbell Ehrenfried Brewery – later to become Lion Breweries run by Sir Douglas Myers.

Since then, despite being renovated, the hotel has basically remained unchanged in appearance to the present day and still retains the charm and atmosphere of a by-gone era. It was turned into a ‘Tavern’ after the bridge was opened in 1956.

The current owners, Billy and Kim Milne, took over running the tavern in 1990 for Lion Breweries. They then purchased the business and land and buildings from Lion in 1995.

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KITCHENS BY DESIGN TAKAPUNA

Kitchen by Sean Monk from Kitchens By Design

A Kitchen for Today and into the Future What started out as a new fridge turned out as a beautiful new kitchen, designed to serve its owners’ needs now and into the future.

No matter what stage of life you’re at – a young couple with no kids yet, forty-somethings with a couple of teenagers, or empty nesters contemplating retirement – you need to plan for the future. So when you’re weighing up the wants and needs for your new kitchen, it shouldn’t just be the latest appliances or benchtop materials you thinking about; you should also consider future-proofing it for what life will look like at the end of the next decade. After all, a welldesigned, quality-built kitchen will last at least 15 years, probably longer. And this is something Lucy and Richard Chalmers* certainly factored into the design of their new kitchen when it came time for a new one.

“We are ‘empty nesters’, who enjoy cooking for family and friends,” says Lucy. “Our house was extensively renovated 14 years ago, but at the time the kitchen budget was a little light, and consequently the cabinetry and benchtops had all worn out. We had no problems with the original design, but definitely made a mistake with the size of the fridge.”

The Chalmers live in a lovely period home. Their kitchen, living and dining area is at the centre of the house, and enjoys a sunny, north-facing aspect that flows out on to a private back garden.

When it came to designing and installing their new kitchen, a friend recommended they call the team at Kitchens By Design.

“Initially, we asked for the same design, but with a bigger fridge,” says Lucy. “We were also keen to maximise working bench space and have an appliance centre. We felt future proofing [the kitchen] would avoiding lifting heavy appliances onto bench tops.”

Sean Monk was the lead designer on the Chalmers’ new kitchen; he developed designs and produced 3D drawings to help them work through any issues that arose during the design process. “He listened to our concerns and translated them into design adjustments which better suited our taste and lifestyle while maintaining the elegant simplicity of the original design,” says Lucy.

As their kitchen progressed into the manufacturing stage, the Chalmers were invited to pay a visit to the factory to view some of the finer details of the cabinetry. Richard says that this was a really special part of the process for them, and it’s something Kitchens By Design encourage all their clients to do, because, for the first time, it gives a sense of scale and proportion to the finished kitchen.

Now it has been fully installed in their home, Lucy says that her new kitchen, with its new suite of appliances, is a treat and there are many new aspects they are enjoying, such as the well-organised recycling/rubbish/ compost drawer. “I also love the Corian benchtops and locally made, hand-blown pendant lights I chose… and Richard loves his big fridge!”

Her final piece of advice to anyone putting in a new kitchen: Take your time and work closely with your designer. And ask lots of questions. *clients’ names changed for privacy.

Kitchens By Design, 3 Byron Ave, Takapuna (09) 488 7201 www.kitchensbydesign.co.nz

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Designing for the future with elegant simplicity.

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ILOVETAKAPUNA: NEWS

Takapuna Business Profiles Marija Gecan,

Auckland Conventions Venues and Events Channel Magazine: Please tell us a bit about your background and your role at Auckland Conventions.

Marija Gecan: As General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Auckland Conventions Venues & Events, I lead a team of professionals from business development and sales to marketing and administration across our ten venues, one of which is Bruce Mason.

It’s the perfect mix for business and entertainment. The theatre can seat up to 1526 patrons for a show or a conference, or we can remove all the seats to make the area a flat floor for gala dinners.

Bruce Mason Centre also has spaces suitable for conferences, meetings and cocktail functions.

CM: What are the key issues facing your industry at present, and how is Auckland Conventions addressing these?

MG: The most prominent issue is the popularity of Auckland as a destination and the lack of venues to host events. We’ve made spaces like stadiums, art galleries and even the zoo available for conferencing and functions. Sometimes, blank canvases work exceptionally well, as organisers can create their own themes relevant to their event.

CM: Please tell us about any trends in your industry.

MG: Organisations big and small are moving away from traditional

Dan Crawford,

Leasing Executive Shore City Channel magazine: Please tell us a bit about your background and your role at Shore City.

Dan Crawford: I spent several years working in the telecommunications industry before moving on to retail property. I joined the team at Precision Group, the owner/ operator of Shore City Shopping Centre, 18 months ago as Leasing Executive where I am responsible for identifying and securing new tenants for the centre.

CM: What are the key issues facing your industry at present, and how is Shore City addressing these?

DC: Competition is fierce, with shopping centre landlords vying to secure the best tenants. This is great for the consumer who is seeing millions of dollars being spent on mall upgrades and shop fitouts. Shore City has undergone a multi-million-dollar upgrade to modernise the centre. By doing this, we have been able to attract new tenants and achieve an exceptionally high standard of new shop fitouts, with both new and existing tenants.

Customers are looking for convenience and variety. While retaining our strong fashion offering, we want to accommodate more beauty services and fresh food offers to cater to the everyday customer.

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Christmas parties and celebrating achievements and successes throughout the year instead. They are also looking for something out of the ordinary. We have recently introduced a range of team building activities that work at any of our 10 venues and can be personalised to incorporate themes relevant to each company, e.g. a quiz night at Bruce Mason Centre or an Amazing GPS Race around Takapuna.

Marija Gecan

CM: Please tell us what you love best about living/working in the Takapuna area?

MG: I love the sense of community. I enjoy the Sunday markets, and being within walking distance of the beach, high fashion, top restaurants and a theatre with world-class acts. I try to have client meetings at local cafés and restaurants. It’s nice to show potential clients how centrally located the Bruce Mason Centre is.

CM: As we get into the cooler months, what are you most looking forward to doing in Takapuna?

MG: As long as it isn’t raining too heavily, I still enjoy a stroll on the beach and a coffee afterwards. I am also looking forward to dining at the restaurants along Hurstmere Road and checking out the winter sales.

CM: Please tell us about any trends in your industry.

DC: The evolution in shopper buying habits and the importance of an omni channel – online and instore. Customers want to look, touch, try on and buy in traditional stores but also to be able to research and view online. The importance of having a strong online presence and modern retail stores with great service has never been more important. We are also seeing increased customer demand for higher quality food and beauty services.

Dan Crawford

CM: Please tell us what you love best about the Takapuna area?

DC: Shore City of course. And Takapuna has some of the best restaurants on the Shore. With so many different types of cuisine on offer, there is always something to tickle your fancy.

CM: As we get into the cooler months, what are you most looking forward to doing in Takapuna?

DC: My partner and I often visit Takapuna for our date nights. The hardest decision is to agree on where to eat! Dinner is usually followed by checking out the latest movie.

Talking Takapuna Winter is here, but in Takapuna we’re turning up the heat as we launch our Winter Warmer Shop & Win promotion with House of Travel Takapuna, Francis Travel Marketing and Holland America Line. Takapuna locals, shoppers and visitors have the chance to win a 14-day cruise for two around New Zealand!

The Winter Warmer Shop & Win runs from the beginning of June until the end of July giving you plenty of chances to shop and enter.

Simply spend $20 at any of the participating retailers, ask for an entry card, follow the instructions on the back to enter online and you are in the draw. You can enter as many times as you like – so the more you shop, the higher your chances of winning!

Don’t let the colder weather stop you heading out to enjoy Takapuna this month. There are plenty of shows happening at the Bruce Mason Centre, including ‘Black Swan, White Swan’ ballet by Royal New Zealand Ballet, ‘Last Night of the Proms’ with Auckland Symphony Orchestra, and the Legacy Tour with Kelvin Cruickshank and TJ Higgs – renowned mediums who bring messages from lost loved ones.

The Elephant Wrestler holds weekly Comedy Club sessions with some of New Zealand’s favourite comedians, and the end of the month brings about the start of the ‘We’re going on a Bear Hunt’ play at The PumpHouse Theatre by Tim Bray Theatre Company from 29th June, just ahead of the school holidays.

Don’t forget to visit the fantastic restaurants, cafés and bars in Takapuna to warm your stomach with superb food and drinks…

Don’t forget to visit the fantastic restaurants, cafés and bars in Takapuna to warm your stomach with superb food and drinks; or work up a sweat shopping along Hurstmere Rd or in Shore City;and kick the winter blues away by having a great time at Takapuna.

The I Love Takapuna team will also be bringing you a special event to LIGHT up the start of your winter. Follow us on social media @ilovetakapuna on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.ilovetakapuna.co.nz to keep up to date, find out the details, and stay ahead of all the great and wonderful things happening in Takapuna this winter!

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

Winter Lights Celebrating Matariki

Saturday, 22 June

5.30pm – 8.30pm Hurstmere Green and 38 Hurstmere

Light Displays Food trucks | Music

FREE HOT CHOCOLATE

Upcoming Events: 5-26 June – The Elephant Wrestler: Comedy Club 6 June – The Commons: Beats by Bingo 7-8 June – Bruce Mason Centre: Black Swan, White Swan – Ballet 9 June – Bruce Mason Centre: Fairy Doll Pas de Trois – Ballet 12 June – The Elephant Wrestler: Paint and Wine Night 13-15 June – Bruce Mason Centre: The Pink Floyd Experience 17 June – Master and Apprentice: Ukulele Ceili 22 June – Bruce Mason Centre: Last Night of the Proms 22 June – Winter Lights Festival 26 June – The Elephant Wrestler: Paint and Wine Night 28 June – Bruce Mason Centre: The Legacy Tour with Kelvin Cruickshank and TJ Higgs 29 June-20 July – The Pumphouse: We're Going on a Bear Hunt 30 June – Bruce Mason Centre: Dancing with Mythology 4 July – The Commons: Beats by Bingo

PLATINUM SPONSORS: The Takapuna Beach Business Association appreciates the support of our Platinum sponsors…

PRINCIPAL SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSORS: The Takapuna Beach Business Association appreciates the support of our Gold sponsors…

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Shop the Shore HUMANITY The Charlie Unisex sweatshirt. Made using organic cotton and recycled plastic bottles.

Choose sustainable fashion and stand out this winter.

CRAVEHOME We’re on fire this winter with a red-hot collection of luxe velvet cushions, statement cushions and cosy throws! There’s a palette for every interior and our friendly team are always happy to help with styling advice.

See our full range in-store at our Birkenhead flagship store or on-line.

30 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead 09 419 9535 www.cravehome.co.nz

Lake House Arts Centre, 37 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna 09 446 6637 www.humanity.nz

Shop Shore the

#rich reds #supportlocal

FLORIENNE Romantic red roses, a classic choice any time of year.

60A Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6438 www.florienne.co.nz

CITTÀ Enzyme washed for extra softness, the Linen Quilted Blanket in Raisin from Città feels like you've already loved it forever. And you probably will!

6-8 Como Street, Takapuna 09 972 9147 www.cittadesign.com

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THE FAIRY LIGHT SHOP FLASH SALE @ the Fairy Light Shop on Friday 28th - Saturday 29th June.

In store & online.

32D Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 486 1586 www.thefairylightshop.com

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OPTOMETRY: HAYDON OPTOMETRISTS, TAKAPUNA

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New Zealand and Australia are the first markets in the world to receive Alcon’s new daily disposable contact lens – Precision1.

Alcon hopes this lens will boost the number of young people wearing this form of vision correction. They believe this lens will be ideal for first-time wearers and those who have previously struggled with, and dropped out of, contact lens wear.

Precision1 lenses feature a thin layer of moisture on the lens surface. This revolutionary surface technology enhances vision and makes the lens comfortable to wear throughout the day. They are easy to handle.

In an in-vitro study, the lenses delivered superior lens surface moisture breakup time compared to other leading brands, and in a clinical trial, patients rated Precision1 nine out of 10 for vision, comfort and handling.

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Recognising that first-time wearers often need additional support, Alcon has also introduced a patient support programme.

In addition to the fitting, instruction, and follow-up care we provide to the new wearer, Alcon’s ‘Great Big Precision1 Try On’ program gives the new wearer 30 days of free trial lenses and a specially designed app, which has tips for handling the lenses and answers to common concerns. The app also encourages the wearer to share their experiences and journey. Included in the Precision1 trial kit is a pack of activity cards designed to provide them with ideas of things they can do now they are a contact lens wearer.

I believe Precision1 lenses are an ideal first contact lens, or reentry for those who have dropped out of contact lens wear. Too often patients struggle with contact lenses in the first few weeks, so the excellent support programme from Alcon, along with the professional guidance from the team here at Haydons, will go a long way to help people gain confidence with the lenses.

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Some food for thought from KiwiHarvest

Many people think about volunteering for a good cause, but various questions hold them back: Will it be very time-consuming?

Am I fit enough? Will I get emotional satisfaction from the work? What organisation should I volunteer for? If you are struggling to make up your mind, here is some food for thought.

There are many fantastic organisations in our community worth your energy and time. To help you choose an organisation and make up your mind to sign up as a volunteer, ask someone who has first-hand experience. Dairy Flat resident Bill Grieve for example volunteers for food rescue charity KiwiHarvest.

KiwiHarvest’s mission is to rescue good surplus food from going to landfill and distribute it back to our most vulnerable communities. Operating in five locations across New Zealand, KiwiHarvest rescues more than 80,000 kilograms of precious food each month. This would not be possible without the incredible work of an army of volunteers.

On the North Shore alone, KiwiHarvest is co-ordinated by Janice Blomgren who is supported by at least 15 volunteers on a weekly basis. Bill Grieve, who has been a member of Takapuna North Rotary Club for almost 20 years, came on board more than two years ago when KiwiHarvest set up its North Shore hub.

“I needed to find another major interest as I like having lots on my plate and I was at risk from getting bored,” says Bill, who is in his late 70s. “Volunteering to get the North Shore launched on a sound and sustainable basis was a natural flow on.”

Bill volunteers for a half day every fortnight. He goes out on the road with another volunteer to collect precious food from food retailers and growers and then delivers the food to various recipient agencies that provide wraparound support to people in need.

In the beginning it was hard “experiencing face to face the deprivation and need on the North Shore”, Bill says. But the positive impact of his work became evident when he first visited a school and saw “the delight and smiles from the children receiving fruit and bread rolls for the first time”.

Working for a food rescue charity can be challenging at times when one has to cope with an unexpected food delivery or gets stuck in the inevitable traffic jam while recipients are waiting for much-needed food. But for Bill these are no reasons to stop volunteering. On the contrary, he recommends it and says what he enjoys the most is the comradeship with other volunteers, the gratitude from recipients and the goodwill of the suppliers.

“Just do it,” he says. “It’s great fun!”

If you are interested in volunteering with KiwiHarvest please email volunteer@kiwiharvest.org.nz or phone 0800 601 609. For more information visit www.kiwiharvest.org.nz

ESCAPE HUNT TAKAPUNA

Hunt for a fun activity this winter Takapuna’s Escape Hunt is a local labour of love that brings fun indoors. Local Takapuna resident Gina Todd has poured her passion into this puzzling business project and it's paying off.

Escape Hunt on Lake Road in Takapuna has clocked up some remarkable results on Trip Advisor: it’s number one of 'things to do in Takapuna', number one of 'fun activities and games' – with an 'excellent' rating in this category. “We’re really happy with our ratings,” says owner Gina Todd. “I feel we have done our job if customers have a great time and leave us happy and wanting to play another game.”

So what is it that has reviewers raving? Indeed, what exactly is Escape Hunt? Christine Young decided it was time to find out.

Gina is the person you’re likely to meet when you enter Escape Hunt. After walking down a long hallway next to Perpetual Guardian Trust, you enter a lounge with subdued lighting and raised booths where you and your group (friends, work colleagues, party guests…) can wait before entering the escape room of your choice, where you spend an hour (or more or less, depending on your group’s puzzlesolving acumen) solving a range of puzzles to escape the room.

For work groups, the lounge is a great space for team building, or getting together to debrief the experience. It’s also ideal for birthdays, and it’s not unknown, says Gina, for groups to hang out after their Escape Hunt experience, just catching up and enjoying complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits.

Gina and her husband David bought the Auckland Escape Hunt franchise nearly two and a half years ago. They found the premises and designed the room layout and décor, and with the help of the franchise design team, created the themed escape rooms (two “The Great Trophy Heist”, two “Lost in the Forest”, and one nautical “Island Shipwreck”) – and launched the business.

Once up and running, Gina discovered the marketing model that had worked overseas didn’t quite fit the Takapuna market; she needed to build awareness in a way that suited the local market.

To address differences in the market, Gina and David recently designed a unique outdoor escape game, “Fugitive Hunt”, to make the most of the central Takapuna location and being near the beach.

Gina has always had a passion for puzzles – as a child, she changed and designed board games, sending her efforts off to games companies. At university she did a double major in accounting and operations management – she loved the challenge of the latter – and gained a BCom (Hons). From there, she slid into an accounting role at Ernst and Young. Looking back, she says now, accounting was never her thing, and in Escape Hunt she’s really found at least part of her calling. She loves the challenge of designing puzzles and delivering outstanding service to Escape Hunt customers to ensure that everyone has a positive experience, regardless of age or puzzle solving ability.

Gina Todd

The other part of Gina’s calling might simply be to be an entrepreneur. She’d always wanted, she says, to own her own business. Her mother provided a model when she was a child by helping Gina and her sister to discard the spent flowers from a local flower delivery business, re-wrap the good ones, and sell bunches to the neighbours.

As if she didn’t have enough on her plate refining Escape Hunt’s offering as that business has developed, last December she launched an online business, Ethical Collection, which “brings together in one place the most effective and truly natural skincare, makeup and body care products”. She also has ambitions in the future to mentor young people as they make career decisions and support them in their entrepreneurial ambitions.

Gina has thrived on working through each stage of the development of Escape Hunt in Takapuna. Her focus right now is on providing a totally service-oriented culture where the priority is to ensure that everyone who comes to Escape Hunt has a fun experience. Customer needs are paramount from the booking process, to determining the right level of room difficulty, to sensing when they want (or don’t want) clues to help them escape the room.

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TAKAPUNA NORTH COMMUNITY NEWS: WITH SARAH THORNE

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Winter Fun Pre-school play is in full swing and we’re loving meeting new families and caregivers as well as seeing our regulars back. If you have a preschool child in the family and would like to join one of our sessions, you can find a full timetable on our website (details below) or you can visit the Sarah Thorne Facebook page at Facebook/summerfunplay.

You can just turn up to our regular play sessions at Takapuna Community Hub and Sunnynook Community Centre, but need to book in for the intergenerational play at Forrest Hill and Lady Allum rest homes. To book in or to find out more information, email roanna@takapunatrust.org.nz On 11th May we held Takapuna Trust Winter Fun preschool our second Glow Disco for play sessions are underway again. adults with special needs, in association with the young people at Wairau Valley Special School Transition Centre. Thank you to all the awesome people who came along and danced the night away and to the brilliant disco committee at WVSS who designed the event. We look forward to seeing you all again next year!

The annual Converge event took place on Monday 20th May. Around 90 Year 10 students from schools in the DevonportTakapuna and Kaipatiki Local Board areas came together to attend this conference-styled youth summit. The students learned the process of how a project works; about engaging with the community and about working towards a project goal. At the conclusion of the summit, the students begin to work with the various community coordinators to either put on an event or work towards a project that is important to them. We look forward to seeing what these talented young people decide to do.

Our next Takapuna Community Network Meeting takes place on Tuesday 4th June from midday to 1.30pm in the Channel View Lounge, Mary Thomas Centre, Takapuna. All welcome. Come along and hear about local projects and meet like-minded community members. A light lunch will be provided.

Please RSVP to Sarah on office@takapunatrust.org.nz if you are interested in attending this meeting.

Takapuna Senior Citizens Association is looking for new members to help lead future events and activities. If you are keen in getting involved, or if you have a great idea for activities that you’d like to attend at the Takapuna Senior Citizens Hall, please get in touch with me (details below).

A special thank you to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board for supporting all of these fantastic events and activities in our community.

For more information on any of these events, phone Sarah Thorne (Takapuna North Community Coordinator) on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz Visit www.takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook.com/TakapunaNorthCommunityCoordinator/

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PACK & SEND: TAKAPUNA

NORTH SHORE MP MAGGIE BARRY

Introducing Online Community Book & Pay Service First

Pack & Send Takapuna is your "one stop shop" for all your packaging, courier and freight solutions. Pack & Send have just launched a new Online Self-Service solution for pre-packed items weighing less than 30kg with a value under $1000 that doesn't need Jane and Jeremy Bain. the full personalised service you would receive in-store. This can be used for sending international packages as well as ones around New Zealand.

Jane and Jeremy Bain, the franchisees at Pack & Send Takapuna have a "No Limits" approach when helping customers solve their courier problems.

Jeremy says If you have a packed item that doesn’t need the full personalised service you get in a Service Centre, you may find it suitable for our automated Online Self-Service system. This is a DIY courier service option, where you manage the process in your own home or office – rather than have it done for you. It’s a simple as 1-2-3.

• Step 1: You Pack the item in suitable packaging ensuring it’s well protected. You Weigh and measure your package.

• Step 2: You Get a Quote, by entering all the details and booking & paying online – anytime, day or night.

• You print all shipment documents and attach the shipment labels to your package.

• Step 3: On the day of collection, hand over the package in person to the driver or if it’s more convenient you may choose to drop-off your booked parcel at the TAKAPUNA service centre.

• You can track your delivery online all the way to its destination.

Please use the Coupon/Referral Code: TAKA This means the TAKAPUNA centre will monitor this shipment.

To use Online Book & Pay just visit our website home page https://www.packsend.co.nz and start entering the details.

Jane says if you need assistance or have a question, we are only a phone call away.

There are No Limits at Pack & Send and you can choose the level of service you want – depending on your needs – using either the Takapuna Service Centre or our automated self-service system Pack & Send Takapuna open Mon – Sat, now located at 77 Barrys Point Rd, Takapuna with exclusive and convenient parking outside. 09 486 3355 or email takapuna@packsend.co.nz and let them make sending easy.

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Advocating on behalf of those of us fortunate enough to call the North Shore Maggie Barry. home, is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling aspects of my role as your local Member of Parliament.

Apart from the three days I spend in Parliament most weeks, through my hardworking team in my Takapuna office we’ve organised half a dozen public meetings to encourage discussion around proposed changes in Education and Workplace laws.

There was no shortage of questions for my colleague Scott Simpson about the workplace relations from local businesses worried about the impact Union access and minimum wage setting might have on their staffing arrangements.

The public meeting I organised on the End of Life Bill to legalise euthanasia and assisted suicide attracted a lively crowd to listen to an informative debate, followed by an hour of questions. I led a panel against the bill alongside Sir Bill English and Dr Leonie Herx a visiting Canadian palliative care specialist and three pro-euthanasia speakers. It’s due for its second reading in late June and I will continue to vote against it because there are no safeguards from wrongful death. This is a conscience vote and I believe our role as lawmakers is to ensure the greatest good for the greatest number and that MPs have a duty to ensure that public safety and protection of the most vulnerable rather than an individual’s personal choice must be the overriding concern.

With the massive changes this government is trying to impose on schools and their Boards, it was good to host National’s spokesperson on education Nikki Kaye to answer questions and lead the discussion of what it would mean for parents and teachers.

Our most recent event was a seniors’ morning tea at the newly refurbished Devonport RSA rooms. This was an informative, wide ranging discussion about affordable housing through to dental and eye care, local issues around Auckland Councillors' lack of action on the problem of Lake Road congestion and the apparently, not so popular with seniors, Lime scooters.

Speaking to local service clubs, as I have recently at both the Milford and North Shore Rotary, gave me the opportunity to engage with their members and hear about the grassroots issues that worry them.

Grant and I like going along to the Saturday home games at our North Shore Rugby Club, and the annual Seagulls lunch is always an enjoyable highlight of the local sporting calendar. It’s another great example of a club that’s an integral part of its community and focused on supporting their up-and-coming junior members to travel and raise their game to be the winning players of the future.

Through my electorate office, we have helped advocate for fairer arrangements around the liquor licensing rules and my door is always open to assisting whenever needed.

Please feel free to contact me through my electorate office on 09 486 0005 or send an email to northshore@parliament. govt.nz for an appointment to discuss any issues that are important to you.

Electoral Office: 09 486 0005, 15 Anzac St, Takapuna www.maggiebarry.co.nz Facebook maggiebarrynz Email: northshore@parliament.govt.nz

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THE ARTS | INNOVATION | MUSIC | EDUCATION SPORT | SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY AIMES AWARDS: Our top awards for those aged between 14 and 25 years rewarding excellent achievements AIMES EMERGING TALENT: Recognising individuals aged between 14 and 25 years who display considerable promise in their chosen category JUNIOR EXCELLENCE: Exclusive awards for applicants aged between 10 and 13 years

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AIMES AWARDS 2019 (APPLICATIONS OPEN THIS MONTH)

AIMES AWARDS applications open this month Interview with Sue Stanaway, Chair, North Harbour Club AIMES Awards Judging Committee.

SS: Absolutely! The process of preparing an The AIMES Awards applications open for application is not difficult and it becomes an 2019 on June 12th. These awards recognise opportunity for the applicant to assess their excellence achieved by young people in the achievements, recognise the journey they have region aged between 10 and 25 years old in the undertaken to get to where they are, and look fields of the Arts; Innovation; Music; Education; forward to what they hope to achieve in the future.

Sport: Service to the Community. Successful This means it becomes so much more than just an recipients will receive award grants in the application but is a resume of their successes and Junior Excellence sector (those aged 10 to 13 we have received very positive feedback from both years); and in the AIMES and AIMES Emerging recipients and their family or coaches in the past Talent category (aged 14 to 25 years). that this is very worthwhile. The judges see a broad Applications are invited from those in the AIMES Awards judging chair Sue Stanaway selection of talent each year and keep a very open age-group who are achieving wonderful things. (right) at the Bruce Mason Centre with Catherine Lamb, the judging chair of the mind so everyone who feels they have achievements The application process is easy and can be Junior Excellence Awards. The AIMES Awards Gala Dinner will be held at the they are proud of should apply to be in with a made online at www.aimesawards.co.nz Bruce Mason Centre in early November. chance to be rewarded.

Sue Stanaway leads a team of 12 judges who will receive all these applications and determine the approximately CM: How does the judging process work?

20-25 successful applicants who will receive AIMES Award SS: Once the applications are received online and sorted into their grants for 2019. Catherine Lamb assists Sue as the Chair of the categories, the judges receive them and read them all and shortlist Junior Excellence Awards judging committee. The awards will be those they wish to interview. Interviews are either in person or on Skype presented at special functions held in early November this year. if the applicant is not in the country. The judges then choose the winners Channel Magazine put these questions to Sue Stanaway in each category and they are notified and invited to attend the Gala in an effort to explain the process to readers and prospective Dinner and Cocktail evenings in November where they are recognised applicants. by the North Harbour Club and its members and receive their awards.

CHANNEL MAGAZINE: Sue, you must get a real kick out of CM: What are the key things that the judges look for from judging the high achieving young people who apply for these applicants that lead to success?

AIMES Awards?

SS: We have found that passion and dedication are common SUE STANAWAY: It is so inspiring to see the fabulously talented denominators with our winners and a firm mindset to meet the goals young people from the North Harbour region who are doing such they have set themselves and then perseverance to reach those amazing things in their chosen disciplines and who are achieving goals. There are so many wonderfully talented young people in our both local, national and international recognition. So while the community but those who seem to reach the lofty heights of success judging role is challenging it is also immensely satisfying. The North are those who put in that extra bit of effort to reach their full potential.

Harbour Club really wants to encourage and support excellence among our youth and help these young people to achieve their goals CM: We understand the process of applying is very easy and so we are always excited by the calibre of the applicants and the online. How does this work? broad cross-section of high achievers in the community that we are SS: Applications for our AIMES Awards, AIMES Emerging Talent able to recognise and reward with AIMES Awards.

Awards and Junior Excellence Awards are made online and will open on the 12th June 2019. Applications remain open for around seven CM: What are the key criteria to be eligible to apply? weeks, closing at 5pm on the 2nd August 2019.

SS: We award young people from 10 years to 13 years in the After applications are closed our team of Judges – including Junior Excellence category and the from 14 years to 25 years in North Harbour Club Trustees, Members and invited specialists the Emerging Talent and AIMES categories. Because the AIMES with experience across the categories – convene to determine our Awards cover such a variety of skills and depth of talents we winners. This process takes approximately two months and will encourage all young people in these age groups who are excelling involve interviews and dialogue with those shortlisted. in their chosen field to apply. The important thing is to let the ALL applicants will be contacted AFTER Friday September 13th to judges know everything they have achieved to date and a little be advised of their progress. Awards are presented at our very special about the journey they have been on to reach their goals and what award functions held in early November. their future aspirations are. The AIMES Awards for many becomes a journey where they can be recognised in Junior Excellence and then as they go on to achieve greater things they can reapply for For more information contact: christie@northharbourclub.co.nz further recognition in the older AIMES Award category. The North or visit: www.northharbourclub.co.nz Harbour Club is eager to support and nurture ongoing talent and Apply online (from June 12th) at www.aimesawards.co.nz achievements and each year welcomes the new award recipients in to its family of winners and its strong alumni.

AIMES Awards 2019 CM: If somebody asked you if it is worth them applying for an award, what would your answer be?

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AIMES AWARDS 2019 (APPLICATIONS OPEN THIS MONTH)

Pursuing allround excellence In 2015 Jaden Movold won the AIMES Junior Excellence Award for Services to the Community. As part of our feature looking at what has happened to a number of past winners, Christine Young caught up with Jaden and what he’s achieved over the past few years – as well as what his ambitions are for the future.

What excites you about the many activities it is you are involved in and in particular those where you contribute in some way to the community?

I love being busy and getting involved with things that are important to me and make a difference in the world around me. Aside from all my sports activities (swimming, triathlons, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair track racing) and school commitments, I hold the title of Youth Ambassador to three very important community-focused charities: The Yes Disability Resource Centre, Achilles International NZ, and The Jonesy Youth Foundation. Whether it is fundraising or raising more awareness of organisations that support people who face challenges in their lives, I love being involved.

At Rangitoto College, I am involved in a Leadership Committee which centres around the pastoral care of the student community.

It is enjoyable being a part of a group that is all about student wellbeing and raising awareness of issues such as mental health. I am also involved with the annual Pink Shirt Day initiative, as well as other school events throughout the year.

Why did you apply for an AIMES award?

I was encouraged to apply for a Junior AIMES award to not just be recognised for all that I do but to also allow people to see that having a disability does not need to prevent you from making a difference in your community.

Please tell us your reaction when you learned you had won the award? What opportunities did winning it offer to you?

I could not believe that out of so many young talented people, I was awarded the Junior AIMES Award for Service to the Community. I was excited, surprised, happy and proud!

I believe winning the award has opened up more opportunities for me to continue to change attitudes in our society about those who live with disabilities.

Being a part of the AIMES Alumni has given me access to a huge network of amazing people.

Winning the award has also provided me with more support in continuing with my passion to help others and continue to pursue my sporting goals. In 2017, I was awarded a New Zealand Youth Award for Community Contribution and at the end of 2018, I won the prestigious national Attitude Youth Spirit Award.

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Since winning, has your community/sports / academic focus shifted?

We’ve noticed that you describe yourself as ambassador, advocate, athlete – does this mean your focus has broadened Jaden Movold receives the since 2015? If so, why? prestigious national Attitude Youth Spirit Award.

I have always had quite a broad focus, getting involved in community work as well as pursuing my sporting goals.

While I still keep a strong ongoing involvement with my ambassador roles, I would say that on the sporting front, I have turned things up a notch. I currently train 7.5 hours a week in the pool, 5-6 hours a week on the basketball court, and 1.5 hours a week on the athletics track. I compete regularly in local and regional swim meets and wheelchair basketball competitions. I also represent my school in swimming and athletics, and this year became the very first para-triathlete to compete at the Auckland College Sports Triathlon Champs.

Also, last year I joined Auckland’s only inclusive hip-hop dance crew. We practice weekly and have performed at dance festivals, inclusive shows, Christmas parties and later this year will compete at a hip-hop dance competition How have you continued to work to develop your skills?

I work hard towards achieving the goals I set out to achieve. I am constantly looking for ways to improve my abilities and develop new skills. On the community front, I get involved with new initiatives at school which helps me meet new people and relate more to those in my community. On the sporting front, I have been steadily moving past recreational involvement to the more focused and involved competitive training programs which have long term goals.

What are your long-term ambitions?

Over the long-term, I hope to qualify for the Paralympics and represent New Zealand in either swimming or wheelchair track racing. I continue to train hard in all my sports, knowing that a full-on commitment and dedication is the key to reaching the top.

Career-wise, I am really interested in pursuing social work as I love helping others.

In the near future, I have the ambition to become Head Boy of Rangitoto College, to successfully complete 30 Weet-Bix Tryathlons before I turn 16 and in a few weeks I will be competing at the New Zealand Swimming Open Championships. I also look forward to continuing my various ambassador roles and being a role model for all young people, such as public speaking when I have time in my busy schedule!

Overall, it is my passion and ambition to strive to continue to change people’s perceptions of disability, so society focuses on what we can do and how we can contribute, and not on what we can’t do.

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AIMES AWARDS 2019 (APPLICATIONS OPEN THIS MONTH)

Eye on the prize Lewis Fry was the recipient of the AIMES Supreme Award and AIMES Education Award in 2017 and that year took up a Rhodes Scholarship at the University of Oxford, undertaking a Dphil (PHD) in Clinical Neurosciences. Lewis also won an AIMES Emerging Talent Award in 2014. Channel’s Nikki Davidson caught up with Lewis in London to put life since his big AIMES win under the microscope…

The AIMES Award is an acknowledgement of extraordinary achievement in your chosen area of achievement. Please tell us how you reached such a level of achievement, and what inspired your initial interest.

Not long ago, there was very little to be done for patients going blind due to conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma or retinal dystrophy. However, I began medical school in an exciting time for ophthalmology – suddenly we had treatments for some of these diseases. I love meeting patients who have lived through this era and have seen this fundamental change, who now have hope to keep their vision as a result of medical research. I pursued a year of basic research with the support of an AIMES Emerging Leaders Award in 2014. I’ve built on this stint in the lab drawn by the allure of having a creative scientific challenge to solve to complement my training in clinical medicine.

Now in Oxford with the support of an AIMES Education Award and a Rhodes Scholarship, I spend my time trying to engineer a way to edit genes in the eye to treat blinding genetic diseases. It’s exciting to work in a group where we can see the results of work developed at our lab benches now treating patients in clinical trials in the hospital operating theatres a few floors below.

What has the AIMES Award enabled you to achieve that you might not otherwise have done? Please tell us how it has helped you progress your career to date.

Research is a collaborative effort and conferences are a very important part of developing partnerships and sharing our work. The recognition and funding from AIMES has given me fantastic opportunities in twice attending the peak annual conference in my field usually held in North America with over 12,000 leaders in eye research. Conferences are a privilege to attend as a student - in a sense I guess these are somewhat like attending an international sports competition. In 2018 I did an oral presentation, and feedback from leading experts at the time was incorporated into a forthcoming paper. I have just returned from the 2019 conference in Vancouver where I presented two posters. This AIMES award will continue to help me over what is likely to be a four year research degree and beyond to continue engaging with the best knowledge in my field from around the world, and to bring this knowledge back to New Zealand.

Please tell us about any influential mentors or sources of inspiration who have helped you achieve in your chosen area of activity and what difference they have made to the direction you have taken.

There are too many to list! Mostly however, they have been involved in

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some way in education, and this has fostered my interest and ongoing involvement in teaching. My (many) excellent teachers at Kristin School helped me develop a strong understanding of service to others. Professor Michelle Leech from Monash University demonstrated to me how empathy with patients forms the core of medicine and research, while my previous supervisors at the Centre for Eye Research, Australia - Peter van Wijngaarden and Prof Jonathan Crowston - encouraged me into a career in science and to look at bigger horizons in the UK. It’s only a few years until my next big transition from the UK back towards New Zealand, and I’ll certainly be looking to develop close mentor relationships to help guide me in this – having trusted advice is invaluable.

What is your ultimate career goal?

If at the end of my career I can say that I have helped to reduced health inequity I would be satisfied. I hope I can do this through working as an ophthalmologist and a medical researcher, working for patients in New Zealand. So much of our health is beyond our control – whether that be due to the genetics we inherited or the environment in which we live. There are so many opportunities to work to improve the health of New Zealanders and patients around the world that I think a multifaceted career working as a scientist, clinician and advocate would be my ideal.

What further study or other steps do you believe you need to take to reach this, and how will you go about doing that?

It’s a long path – in addition to my years of medical school and a fouryear PhD, I still have five or so years of ophthalmology training ahead.

Beyond that, I’m going to need to publish good science papers to obtain scientific grants to pursue my scientific goals, and train broadly in the burgeoning field of genetics and ethics to ensure that we are developing treatments that we are happy with as a society.

Having achieved an AIMES award and gone on to build a career after that, what two key pieces of advice would you give to any talented young people who would like to progress in their chosen fields?

Firstly, it would be to understand your values and what drives you.

Secondly, it is to try and find others who hold similar ideas and are willing to help you challenge them. It is difficult to critically reflect on why you are pursuing something. Having time in Oxford to evaluate my goals and do it with like-minded people has been a real privilege. I think it helps to identify opportunities that would have otherwise passed you by, it connects you to similar others who will drive you to achieve. Along the way those same people also help you have a lot of fun.

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All the world's a stage!

Performer Joel Granger was the winner of the 2016 AIMES Arts Award. His talent and passion for the stage has already seen him achieve musical feats many actors can only dream of.

Channel's Heather Barker Vermeer caught up with Joel about what drives him and his story since AIMES win success...

The AIMES Award is an acknowledgement of extraordinary achievement in your chosen area of achievement. Please tell us what inspired your initial interest in your field?

I was brought up in a family that was appreciative of the arts. I was exposed to musicals at a young age and my Nana was able to introduce me to singing, piano and guitar. Growing up, I always had an interest in performing, and I was lucky enough to explore that through community theatre and my high school’s performing arts programme (Kristin School in Albany).

Once I was old enough to understand that acting could be a career choice, I always knew deep down that I wanted to pursue it professionally. It wasn’t until I was invited to London to perform for Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber in my final year of school that I was instilled with the confidence to really commit to this choice.

What has the AIMES Award enabled you to achieve that you might not otherwise have done? Please tell us how it has helped you progress your career to date.

The performing arts industry is notorious for its challenges and providing very little job security. This is especially true after graduating from drama school (I studied at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts in Perth), while you are still making a name for yourself. As such, there are periods in between work where you still need to go to dance classes, take singing lessons, keep yourself growing and being the best performer you can be.

The AIMES Award allowed me the security to do that, so that I always felt prepared when an opportunity would come along.

Please tell us about any influential mentors or sources of inspiration who have helped you achieve in your chosen area of activity and what difference they have made to the direction you have taken.

The only reason I am lucky enough to do what I do is because of my family, specifically my mother. If it wasn’t for her unconditional love and support, I wouldn’t have the means, let alone the confidence, to be the actor I am. I realise that not all children get support from their

parents to pursue a career in the arts, and I am forever thankful that I was an exception from childhood. Every day my mother inspires me with her determination, selflessness, optimism and incredible charisma.

Having her as the biggest inspiration in my life aids me onstage and off.

What is your ultimate career goal?

I actually feel lucky enough to say I’m living it at the moment. I am currently playing the role of Elder McKinley in the Australian tour of 'The Book of Mormon'. It is a dream role in one of my favourite musicals and I constantly pinch myself that my job is to have so much fun in a musical that is an international phenomenon, and I am getting to travel all over the country to do it. One day, I would love the opportunity to originate a role in a new musical, being the first one to bring myself to how a character is created and constructed.

Having achieved an AIMES award and Joel Granger gone on to build a career after that, what two key pieces of advice would you give to any talented young people who would like to progress in their chosen fields?

In a general sense, you have to have a passion for what you do.

AIMES Awards generally reward fields that require extreme hard work and sacrifice. If you are lucky enough to find something you love and have the opportunities to pursue it, I can assure you it is an incredibly rewarding place to be in when you feel like you’re not ‘working' a day in your life. I also think that all of the applicable fields require a great deal of social skills and communication. The desire to meet new people and collaborate with many personalities is one that will often bring about many opportunities, no matter what career you are pursuing.

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Grit to go the distance In 2017 Caitlin O’Reilly won the AIMES Junior Excellence Award, on the back of becoming the youngest female to swim Cook Strait at the age of 12.

This summer, Caitlin, now a Year 11 student at Carmel College, swam the length of Lake Taupo (40.2km) in 13 hours and 26 minutes, becoming the youngest female swimmer (at the age of 14) to complete this feat. Christine Young caught up with her…

What excites you about swimming – and long-distance swimming in particular?

I enjoy the training, the racing and the adrenaline rush you get at the beginning of the race. I love long distance swimming because there are no limits, I feel free in the ocean and I know how good the success feels when you have achieved your goal. In the future I am hoping that my swimming will allow me to travel the world and meet new people. I do it because I love it and I don’t have to worry about anything, I just stay in the moment.

Why did you apply for an AIMES award?

I applied for the AIMES award to help me progress in my swimming so that I could be the best I could be.

Please tell us your reaction when you learned you had won the award? What opportunities did winning it offer to you?

I was so stoked when I received the news that I had won. It is such a privilege and honour to be part of the AIMES community which has given me loads of opportunities to meet other winners and sports people that have inspired me. I was so lucky to meet Terenzo Bozzone at a North Harbour Club luncheon last year. Winning the award has helped me compete in overseas open water races which has been a huge benefit. I can’t thank the sponsors enough for their support.

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Caitlin (left) and Lauren Boyle following the Banana Boat Ocean Swim Series Harbour Bridge Crossing.

Since winning, has your focus shifted? If so, why? We also know that you’ve continued to develop your long-distance swimming career - what have you done to continue to develop that?

After swimming Cook Strait it took me some time to figure out what my new goals were and I realised that completing Cook Strait was just the beginning of many new challenges. Winning the Award and seeing the amazing achievements of the other recipients has helped me realise what I wanted to achieve.

Swimming 40.2km across Lake Taupo earlier this year cemented my love for long distance marathon swimming and I knew that I was up for more. I have also started swimming 5 and 10 km open water races which has been exciting and given me some shorter term goals to focus on. I still love racing in the pool – 200m butterfly is my favourite.

What are your long-term swimming and other ambitions?

I have thought a lot about this and know I am going to continue to do my long-distance swimming. I have big plans to complete a couple of big Channel swims next year in the hope of completing the Oceans 7 marathon channel swims in the future. Preparation and sponsorship planning for next year is already under way. Training will be intense and require cold water and night swimming practice. One thing I’ve learnt is that if you don’t put in the hours you won’t get the results!

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Innovation in forging futures Entrepreneur Sharndre Kushor is founder of Crimson Education.

Her company supports students to attend world class universities in the USA and UK, assists students to participate in model UNs at Yale and Harvard, and to visit the board rooms of major international companies such as Facebook. Sharndre was named winner of the AIMES Supreme Award and AIMES Innovation Award in 2018. Christine Young asked her about her award and her future aspirations.

An AIMES Award is an acknowledgement of extraordinary achievement in a chosen area of activity or interest. You received yours for innovation. Please tell us how you reached such a level of achievement, and what inspired your initial interest in founding Crimson.

After hearing the stories of students who went to high school in New Zealand and applied to the world’s best universities, I was inspired to share the knowledge with other young people. What inspired my initial interest was seeing and hearing about the huge impact that a global approach to exploring opportunities could have on an individual, a family and a community. I am now so proud to see our Crimson students go on to intern at the UN, become international advocates for world issues like climate change, take on roles at Facebook and Google, and enter some of the most competitive finance companies in the world like Goldman Sachs.

What has the AIMES Award enabled you to achieve that you might not otherwise have done? Please tell us how it has helped you progress your career to date?

SK: The AIMES Award has given me access to a world class network of individuals. The winners and the members have a wealth of Knowledge and experience that has been helpful in helping me to level up over the past seven months since being named as a winner.

Please tell us about any influential mentors or sources of inspiration who have helped you achieve what you have done and what difference they have made to the direction you have taken.

SK: I am inspired by people who think about problem solving in unique ways and I am also inspired by people who demonstrate exceptional leadership. Katie Bouman, the woman who was the first person in history to capture a photograph of a black hole, is an inspiration to me because at the age of 29 she fearlessly tackled a

challenge that astronomers had been trying to solve for decades, using her skills as a computer scientist. I am also very inspired

by Bill and Melinda Gates who together have started and led the world’s largest charitable foundation which has been the largest contributor to the eradication of malaria and AIDS.

Sharndre Kushor

What is your ultimate career goal?

My ultimate career goal is to lead Crimson to be able to make world class education and opportunities available to anyone, anywhere!!

What further study or other steps do you believe you need to take, and how will you go about doing that?

I am currently enrolled in a Masters degree in Computer Science at the University of Pennsylvania which is an Ivy League school based in the United States. I will be starting my course work in September, and I’ll be able to complete [the programme] part time while doing Crimson.

Having achieved an AIMES award last year, and already built a substantial business, what two key pieces of advice would you give to any talented young people who would like to progress in their chosen fields?

You are only young once. Young people make great entrepreneurs because they are somewhat fearless – you have very little to lose and so much to gain! Set yourself big goals and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you’re trying to achieve them.

Learn from people who have done it before. You can do this by finding some mentors who have similar interests and values to you – a simple Linked In or FB message to someone you have heard about is a really easy way to have your first chat with someone who you think you can learn from. People are always willing to help!

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Will's life's on song Will Martin became the youngest man in history to top the UK Classical Music Charts. He won the AIMES Music Award in 2010 and now works around the world as an entertainer, vocalist, engaging speaker and creative producer. This year, he will take on the starring role in the Civic Theatre’s production of ‘Les Miserables’ in November. He also has a new album ‘BY REQUEST’ out now. Channel's Heather Barker Vermeer caught up with him via email while he was over in New York...

The AIMES Award is an acknowledgement of extraordinary achievement in your chosen area of achievement. Please tell us what inspired your initial interest in your field?

My initial interest in entertainment was actually inspired by a typical trip to my local pub, back when I was 19 years old, on a particular Tuesday night (pub quiz night!) the power went out. This was less than ideal for the bar manager Simon and I remember him saying: “If only there was something that would keep these people here?”

It just so happened there was a piano in the corner of that pub, so I sat down and began to play. By the end of that evening (hours later, as the sun was rising, and my fingers were bleeding!) I knew that I wanted to be an entertainer, and sing the songs people want to hear.

What has the AIMES Award enabled you to achieve that you might not otherwise have done? Please tell us how it has helped you progress your career to date.

My winning of an AIMES Award came at a critical time for me, as I was in the process of self-funding my second album up in Europe. Philharmonic Orchestras don’t come cheap! My award monies went towards off-setting a portion of the recording costs

My ultimate career goal is to complete a global tour with full orchestra…

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for ‘INSPIRATIONS’, which enabled me to engage the very best musicians to ensure the very best possible product. I try to avoid cutting corners whenever possible, and my AIMES Award allowed me to maintain this.

Having achieved an AIMES award and gone on to build a career after that, what two key pieces of advice would you give to any talented young people who would like to progress in their chosen fields?

The two most important pieces of advice I ever received, and have built my career on, are: 1) Work really hard to understand your own capabilities: the more honest you can be with yourself, about what you realistically can and can’t do, the more effectively you can plot your career.

And more importantly: 2) Your gut feeling is there for a reason.

Never ignore it, ‘cause it’s usually right!

What is your ultimate career goal?

My ultimate career goal is to complete a global tour with full orchestra, and I am well on my way to achieving this. In the meantime, my focus is to continue delivering world class performances to audiences who relish hearing the great, timeless music of the last century. More than anything, I hope to balance my international successes with more time on the ground at home, performing for New Zealanders and connecting with friends and family.

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Aiming for pole position Olivia McTaggart won the AIMES Emerging Talent Award in 2017 for her achievements in pole vaulting. Since then, the former Takapuna Grammar School student has continued to build her experience in the sport and she has set some big targets for the future. Channel's Nikki Davidson caught up with her...

Have you always been interested in pole vaulting? What inspired that interest or how did it develop?

I started pole vaulting when I was 14 years old after I got devastating news that I had to quit gymnastics due to a back injury.

My teammate had started six months earlier than me and I followed her into it. The combination of my coach Jeremy’s gymnastics background, and mine, made for a smoother transition into the compatible sport. Since then my passion for the sport has only grown and I have become more and more interested in pole vaulting and all the technical aspects involved.

My focus hasn’t shifted since day one with the goal always being to make it to the Olympics…

Why did you apply for an AIMES award?

I applied for the AIMES award so that I could help fund my European season. Each year we have to travel to Europe so that we can compete against our competition. This can be an expensive few months and having that support backing me helps a lot, not just with money but also a sense of community and support for my future seasons.

Please tell us your reaction when you learned you had won the award? What opportunities did winning it offer to you?

My reaction if anything was pure relief and excitement! Having that funding backing me into the season meant I didn’t have to find a job and work while training full time which would’ve affected

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my training. The opportunities meant that I could go to more competitions not only in Germany but also in Cardiff, Belgium, and Finland etc.

Since winning, has your focus shifted? If so, why? If not, how have you continued to work to develop your skills?

My focus hasn’t shifted since day one with the goal always being to make it to the Olympics and I will not stop until that is secured. I have continued to work on various technical aspects of the jump to become a more powerful and well-rounded athlete on and off the field. Although since receiving a scholarship I have also learnt more about the business and sponsorship side of the sport.

What are your ambitions for the next year, three years, and longer term?

This next year I am focusing on qualifying for Doha World Championships, placing at World University games and gaining as many points as I can leading into Tokyo 2020 Olympic qualifications. Three years down the track I want to be competing at Diamond leagues all across the circuit and be a competitor at the World Championships both indoor and outdoor. The ultimate goal is to be an Olympic champion.

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Four new laureates for North Harbour Business Hall of Fame A capacity crowd turned out to celebrate the contribution of the region's leading business people at the annual North Harbour Business Hall of Fame dinner. Held at The Wharf, Northcote Point, on Thursday May 2nd, the event recognised four business people from the region who were inducted as new laureates to the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame. The 2019 inductees were Carmel Fisher, Greg Smale and Sue and Guy Haddleton.

Since 2015, the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame has been managed by the North Harbour Club and Charitable Trust – part of the Club's ongoing programme of rewarding excellence.

Established in 2004 by North Shore City’s business development entity Enterprise North Shore, the Hall of Fame celebrates those who have made significant contributions to the region in business and in the community. With the amalgamation with Auckland City in 2010 the Hall of Fame stalled for a few years before being re-established by the North Harbour Club in 2015. The name was

changed from North Shore to North Harbour Business Hall of Fame and in 2016 the first laureates were inducted by the North Harbour Club, with the intention to do this annually.

To be considered for induction, a nominee must be a current successful business leader, who has applied their skills and success to also benefit the community.

The 2019 North Harbour Business Hall of Fame dinner was MC’d by broadcaster Peter Williams and featured performances by local North Shore entertainer and North Harbour Club AIMES Music Award recipient Will Martin. Addresses were also provided by North Harbour Club President Phil Brosnan and North Harbour Business Hall of Fame judging panel chair Gary Monk. Philip Morgan-Rees, Head of Private Wealth, spoke on behalf of sponsor Milford Asset Management.

Existing Business Hall of Fame laureates Jan Dawson, Paul Blackwell and Ken Noble were on hand to assist with inducting the four new 2019 laureates.

Carmel Fisher

Carmel Fisher was born and educated in Wellington. On the completion of an accounting degree at Victoria University, she embarked on an investment career focused largely on the New Zealand share market, starting as an investment analyst in a sharebroking firm and then moving into fund management roles.

Carmel and her husband of 33 years, Hugh, moved to Auckland in 1994, where Carmel headed the investment team at Sovereign Assurance. They founded Fisher Funds Management in 1998, initially operating from their Devonport home. Their first client was Sovereign, which invested $17 million in the company’s first share fund. That $17 million fund grew to $50 million after 12 months, then $100 million, and by the tenth year Fisher Funds had more than $500 million under management, 40,000 Carmel Fisher, second from right, was presented with her award by Jan Dawson, Hall of Fame clients, and a team of 20 working from an office Laureate; Gary Monk, Laureate and Chair of the Hall of Fame Judging Committee; and Mike Cruickshank of sponsor Milford Asset Management. overlooking Takapuna beach.

Under Carmel’s leadership as Managing Director, Carmel is a business advocate and mentor; she has championed the company has become one of New Zealand’s largest investment women’s financial independence and financial literacy and management and KiwiSaver providers, and her involvement in supported a number of charities both through her company and the New Zealand investment market has spanned more than 30 personally. years. Fisher Funds has grown through innovation, acquisition and Carmel was the winner of the Services Category at the 2016 providing personalised client service. Fisher Funds is now the fifthErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards; was inducted largest fund manager in the country with 250,000 clients. into the Co.OfWomen Hall of Fame in 2017; and was awarded an Institute of Finance Professionals New Zealand (INFINZ) Fellowship in 2018. In this year’s New Year Honours, Carmel was awarded the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to business.

Carmel is currently a director of listed investment companies Kingfish Limited, Barramundi Limited and Marlin Global Limited, and of New Zealand Trade and Enterprise.

Fisher Funds has received many awards and accolades for Often recognised and acknowledged as an industry leader and both performance and client service, and was purchased in late trailblazer, Carmel has also supported a range of charities and interest 2017 by a consortium of TSB Group Investments and Boston groups over a number of years, both privately and via Fisher Funds. based TA Associates.

… her involvement in the New Zealand investment market has spanned more than 30 years.

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Greg Smale

Greg Smale grew up on the North Shore attending Westlake Boys High School. A young entrepreneur, Greg started his first business at age 11, manufacturing wire circles for flower posies. This business grew to national distribution and within a year Greg had captured a large market share in New Zealand before selling the business at the age of 18.

On leaving school Greg joined the Auckland City Council Drafting office while also attending the University of Auckland undertaking a property valuation diploma.

After university, Greg established a property development company along with a builder and, and after five years went out on his own, establishing Newline Construction, which built properties around Auckland for more than 20 years.

At the age of 25, one of Greg’s property development projects was the Takapuna Motor Lodge in Taharoto Road. On completion, Greg and his wife Felicity (whom he married in 1977) moved in and ran the motel, later selling this business to Greg’s bother Bill at 95% occupancy.

In 1980, Greg and Felicity established Newline Bathroomware manufacturing Rollaway Showerscreens. They sold the business in 2014 with manufacturing still continuing today under licence in the US. Fast forward to 1997 and Clear Communications approached the Smale family to build its head office at the Smales Farm site.

Greg led negotiations for the lease and design, and 14 months later construction of this now iconic building began.

Over the years more buildings have been added to Smales Farm,

Greg Smale, second from right, was presented with his award by Gary Monk, Laureate and Chair of the Hall of Fame Judging Committee; Ken Noble, Hall of Fame Laureate; and Mike Cruickshank of Milford Asset Management.

the latest being the innovative B:Hive which Greg has always been very passionate about. Specifically catering for SME tenants, it is a unique, shared space and the first purpose-built facility of its type in the world. Greg continues to guide the future vision and direction of Smales Farm as a director.

Greg has spent three years on the Massey University College of Business Advisory Board, and is also involved in the New Zealand Robotics Trust encouraging and inspiring students in the STEM disciplines with 1200 students involved from more than 60 schools.

Greg and Felicity have three children, all of whom have become involved in property development here and abroad.

Greg and Felicity are strong supporters of the North Shore Hospice with Greg currently involved in the Shea Terrace Development. A true philanthropist, Greg has quietly and readily supported many other charities and projects.

Greg follows his late father Jim as a Business Hall of Fame Laureate.

Guy and Sue Haddleton Takapuna based couple Guy and Susan Haddleton have been described as ‘serial entrepreneurs’, selling their first start-up business in their mid-40s for US$160 million.

A Kings College old boy, Guy spent his early career in the New Zealand military as a Troop Commander of a Special Forces team. He holds an MBA from the University of Otago, while Susan is a graduate of the University of Auckland and forged a career as a regional manager for Drake International in both Canada and the eastern seaboard of the USA before receiving a call from Guy telling her of his great business idea!

Guy and Sue Haddleton were presented with their awards by Paul Blackwell, Hall of Fame Laureate; Gary Monk, Laureate and Chair of the Hall of Fame Judging Committee; and Mike Cruickshank of sponsor Milford Asset Management.

In 1990, the Haddletons established Adaytum, an enterprise planning software company, along with co-founder Michael Gould.

Adaytum began in the UK, with an initial investment of 49 pounds (the cost of an advertisement in the Financial Times) before later conquering the US market and moving to Minneapolis. They led Adaytum for 13 years until its acquisition by Cognos in 2003 for US$160 million.

Later Guy, Sue and Michael saw an opportunity within cloudbased planning software and co-founded Anaplan, an adapted version of Adaytum built this time for the age of the internet. At one point Anaplan was one of the fastest growing enterprise software companies in the US. In October 2018, Anaplan listed on the New York Stock Exchange in a $3 billion-dollar IPO. The Haddletons are keen investors and supporters of entrepreneurial start-ups. They were early investors in Xero with Rod Drury, where Guy also served on the board for four years, and have recently invested in medical cannabis start-up, Helius Therapeutics, and supercomputing start-up Nyriad here in New Zealand.

In addition to their outstanding business history, Guy and Susan are passionate about youth and the arts and are generous supporters of organisations like the New Zealand National Youth Theatre, where they are sponsors and help some of their stars go offshore. They also support the New Zealand Opera School and the New Zealand Outward Bound Trust, amongst numerous other organisations and individuals.

Laureates of the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame – 2004: Geoff Smale (deceased), Jim Smale (deceased), Ralph Roberts, Sir Stephen Tindall; 2005: Sir David Levene; Sir Graeme Avery; Sir Peter Maire; 2006: Diane Foreman, Peter Menzies; 2007: Ian Calderwood; 2008: David Charlesworth (deceased); 2009: Colin Harvey; 2010: Jan Dawson, Gary Monk; 2016: Paul and Liz Blackwell; John Spooner; Annette Presley; 2017: Bill Speedy; Eric Faesenkloet; Paul Byrnes; 2018: Ken Noble; David McAlpine; Steve Newman; 2019: Greg Smale, Carmel Fisher, Guy & Sue Haddleton.

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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE LEXUS OF NORTH SHORE

Mark Jago and his award winning Lexus of North Shore team. They were recently named New Zealand Dealer of the Year.

Lexus of North Shore wins New Zealand Dealership of the year It is appropriate that in pages where we are celebrating excellence – AIMES Awards and North Harbour Business Hall of Fame – that we highlight this wonderful achievement by Lexus of North Shore. The dealership has claimed the Lexus Dealer of the Year award at Lexus New Zealand’s Annual Dealer Awards held recently.

The Dealer of the Year is awarded for overall excellence in dealership operations, market leadership and dealership facilities.

“We are very excited to be recognised for Lexus Dealer of the year for the past 12 months,” said Mark Jago, CEO of Lexus of North Shore, when accepting the award on behalf of his team.

“This award is a great accolade for our amazing team. The award is recognition of the great emphasis they have placed on the Lexus customer ownership experience. I am very proud of them!”

We are thrilled that Mark and his team have been recognised with this national award from Lexus…

Paul Carroll of Lexus New Zealand also had glowing praise for the Lexus of North Shore team.

“The Lexus brand has always been synonymous with quality and reliability but over the last six years it’s also become known for unique design, imaginative use of materials and the blending of Japanese culture with the most up to date global technology. But one thing that has not changed is our ‘omotenashi’, our hospitality and care for customers. Lexus of North Shore epitomises this ‘Lexus way of thinking’ and we congratulate them for being awarded the Lexus Dealership of the Year for 2018, a year when Lexus had its biggest ever sales record in New Zealand.”

Lexus of North Shore has obviously earned these accolades with their commitment to excellence around the entire business process of selling and supporting their high quality range of motor vehicles. A range that now includes Sedans, SUVs, Hatchbacks and Coupes with Hybrid, Performance and Turbo variants. But it is also their commitment to the community that sets them apart.

Mark Jago, and business founder (his father) Bob Jago, have been leaders in the North Harbour Club and Charitable Trust since its inception, and therefore driving forces behind the annual AIMES Awards. The North Harbour Club’s Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunches have been a key fundraising platform for the club since its inception.

“We are thrilled that Mark and his team have been recognised with this national award from Lexus,” says North Harbour Club President Phil Brosnan. “Their community support has been consistent for years with our organisation being prime benefactors. And we are by no means the only ones. Lexus of North Shore are now in their 10th year of sponsorship of our lunches – a massive commitment worth hundreds of thousands of dollars over that time.”

The next Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch is being held on Thursday June 13th at QBE Stadium with the guest speaker being Dr Lance O’Sullivan.

More information at www.northharbourclub.co.nz.

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Winter can be a time we look forward to with some dread, especially here on the Shore after we’ve enjoyed making the most of the outdoors in summer. We all know the sayings: ‘winter blues’, ‘the depth of winter’, ‘Melancholy were the sounds on a winter’s night’. Most of us don’t look forward to winter as we do to summer.

But there’s always a bright side: ‘If winter comes, can spring be far behind?’. And as Edith Sitwell said: ‘Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.”

But it doesn’t all have to be about hunkering down beside the fire, though it is the perfect time indulge in your favourite (or new) winterwarming soups and stews, taking advantage of the longer indoor hours to focus on rich, healthy, slow-cooked dinners, whether these are meat or pulse-based. Winter is also great time to take stock and think about your physical, emotional and social wellbeing. It’s an opportunity to try out some of those indoor activities you simply don’t get around to in summer perhaps: pilates, yoga, or new programmes at the gym; or to experiment with new hand and body lotions or face creams, to avoid the dry skin that often accompanies the colder months.

Take a look at the rest of our winter wellbeing section for suggestions on how you can set yourself up to face winter with a positive outlook and the energy to enjoy the colder months, and make the most of those clear crisp winter days to come.

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WINTER WELLBEING: Q&A WITH PETER BOOT

Avoiding 'The Flu' - Facts and Fallacies Dr Peter Boot offers some advice on winter wellbeing.

What are colds and flu? Flu is short for influenza, which is different from a cold. Cold viruses mainly affect our upper respiratory system. Your nose runs, your throat gets sore, your eyes sting, sinuses clog up and you feel hot, tired and headachy with a dry cough. Influenza is much more serious. It hits you hard and even the toughest people can't keep working. It is a lower respiratory infection, going straight to your lungs, causing a painful harsh cough, fever, sweats, body- and head-aches and putting you to bed. Flu shots prevent this but they don't stop colds. Flu shots are a really good idea and can’t give you the flu'.

Antibiotics don’t kill viruses but they stop the bacteria (which naturally live in your airways) from multiplying. Stopping secondary infection may get you better faster. If it has gone on for more than 7-10 days or if your mucous is coloured, it may be time to see a doctor.

How they spread. Usually, when you catch a virus you have touched something dirty (even just a door handle) and touched your face. You may have sucked your pen, eaten without washing your hands or scratched your nose. Breathing in viruses, when people sneeze, can also infect. Masks may help, but only seem to be really effective when coupled with frequent handwashing.

How not to get sick. Every day a lot of viruses try to infect you but few succeed. When your immune system is down, you are more vulnerable. A lot of health supplements are sold to improve resistance but clinical trials and doctors tend to be sceptical about their efficacy.

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Stress-free winter When we think about making changes to our body composition we tend to consider exercise and nutrition. But stress management is a key factor in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.

Cortisol is one of the body’s primary stress hormones, designed for a short term energy boost. It’s useful in appropriate doses but if it’s elevated for prolonged periods it can kick off a variety of weight-hoarding hormones and habits.

Under the influence of cortisol we are less sensitive to leptin, the hormone which makes us feel full. Our instincts drive us to refuel with calorie-dense foods. Most modern stresses do not require actual fighting or fleeing so the extra calories are unnecessary. Serotonin, the feel-good hormone released when we eat carbohydrates, reinforces the pattern, creating a stress-eating habit. The weight put on under stress tends not to be distributed all over the body; cortisol promotes storage around the middle in what we not-fondly know as “stress belly”. Abdominal fat is not just aesthetically undesirable, it also poses greater health risks than fat stored in other parts of the body. In addition to this, cortisol can cause the breakdown of lean muscle mass which reduces metabolic rate and makes weight management more challenging.

Prolonged stress not only affects our hormones, it can also undermine our usual healthy habits. It can cause us to lose sleep (which further impacts the regulation of appetite hormones) and put a lower priority on healthy choices in food and exercise. All of these factors contribute to a compromised immune system, which often means getting sick at the least opportune time. And nothing derails a fitness regime like illness or injury.

The good news is that exercise can assist with stress management well beyond just burning some calories. From a physical perspective, exercise helps process excessive stress hormones and limit their damage. Better to build muscle mass and burn calories than burn muscle mass and binge calories! A good workout tires us out, improving quality and quantity of sleep.

From a mental perspective, exercise increases blood flow to the brain which improves cognitive function. Being alert, attentive and clear-thinking can help us perform at a higher level and get things done faster and better. Time spent is easily made up for in greater efficiency and effectiveness for the rest of the day.

From an emotional perspective, exercise helps with a cheerful state of mind. It promotes the release of endorphins, happy hormones that create feelings of wellbeing. Maintaining a healthy weight brings pride and confidence. When we possess health and vitality we’re in a more resourceful state to handle challenges of every kind.

The best type of exercise to combat stress is the type you like.

When you’re under pressure your life is difficult enough without hauling yourself through a regime you don’t enjoy. It’s much better to cut back frequency of exercise than give up entirely. Keeping a base in place gives you something to return to when the pressure lifts. Sometimes less is more in exercise and the best choice for your health is to reduce your intensity. It’s ok to slow down but it’s not smart to stop.

Don’t let “poor health” be added to your list of stresses. Keep up some appropriate exercise when you’re under pressure and it will help you remain sharp, confident and cheerful through turbulent times.

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WINTER WELLBEING: COMMUNITY NEWS

Raising Funds for Child Cancer Foundation Studio Pilates Takapuna opens the doors to the community on 8 June to help raise funds for the Child Cancer Foundation to support children with cancer and their families.

Owner Claire Mitchell has garnered support from other Takapuna businesses and invites everyone to “rally friends, family and work buddies together for an inspiring reformer Pilates class as we dedicate the day to children with cancer and those who love them”.

Claire and her team are offering orientation classes (you must be over 16 years of age) on the half hour every hour from 9.30am to 2.30pm; classes are free, but donations to The Child Cancer Foundation are welcome and appreciated. Bookings are essential.

Contact the studio on takapuna@studiopilates.com to book in.

“Be a champion for kids with cancer,” says Claire. “Every donation counts as we join together and raise funds for children’s cancer research.”

Child Cancer Foundation Fundraiser, Studio Pilates Takapuna, 33 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna. All action will be in the square behind The Commons, along from Zomer Café.

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Claire has also organised entertainment and treats for family members who aren’t attending classes, with support from local businesses. “We will be entertaining kids outside with face painting, music, a dance teacher for those kids interested, and the VR club is opening their doors to entertain kids as well. The Sandwich Shop and Street Organics have donated healthy snacks, and volunteers are selling raffle tickets for prizes donated by other local businesses: • Haven Skin Spa – a voucher for its Bespoke Facial treatment (a 70-minute facial worth $250) • Golden Yogi – a voucher for a 10-class pass worth $200 • Escape Hunt – a voucher worth $150 to be redeemed at the Escape Hunt • Ruth Irwin Hair – a voucher for a cut and colour (worth $300) • Lululemon will be on hand with an iPad to take donations for Child Cancer Foundation, and Lululemon spot prizes to be won on the day • My Sunshine, Organic Sunscreen – sunscreen • The Smoothy Bowl has not only donated vouchers to win Smoothy Bowls as spot prizes on the day, but is also donating $1 of each Smoothy Bowl sold to attendees on the day. There will also be a donation box at the Smoothy Bowl for the month.

As all raffle prizes and vouchers have been donated, 100% of all money taken goes to Child Cancer Foundation.

In addition, The VR Club (virtual reality lounge just along from Studio Pilates) is offering some free VR entertainment on the day and a percentage of profits from the day.

And Zomer Café is offering subsidised coffees, and donating a percentage of profit from coffees sold to attendees to the charity.

As at The Smoothy Bowl, Zomer will have a donation box for further donations for the month of June.

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WINTER WELLBEING: SELAH HOMES

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Chief MoleMan, Dr Grant Coe, has had extensive experience in skin cancer screening and surgery, both in New Zealand and Australia, and answers questions as well as shares advice, tips and information each month in Channel Magazine.

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Warm glow from the fire, ambient light, mulled wine, bare feet on soft carpet - the allure of your home in the evening can be one thing to look forward to in winter. Achieving a winter sanctuary in your home may take less than you think.

When working with our clients in building their new homes, some of the first things that we cover off are keeping their homes warm.

We’ve all been into homes where you wonder if it was warmer outside than in. To avoid this we recommend investing time in looking into the following features for your home: 1. Central Heating: Whether underfloor, radiator or combination, central heating systems are relatively low in running costs and provide an even feeling of warmth throughout the home. These systems can be installed in established homes too. The set-up cost is higher than other forms of heating, but the investment will feel like a reward when the cold weather sets in.

2. Heatpump vs Woodburner: The cost effectiveness of a heatpump makes it a smart choice, but the visual appeal and feel of warmth from a woodburner cannot be denied in value either. Our clients will often have both for this reason.

3. Well-designed lighting: Lighting is so critical during winter as the nights are longer and natural light is compromised. While some well placed, stylish lamps can quickly be added to a room, a designed and installed, complete lighting plan suited to your lifestyle will give a warm glow to your long winter evenings.

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Question: I’m 35 and lately I have been thinking about getting a mole check, but wondering if it’s necessary at my age? What are the risk factors for melanoma and other skin cancers?

Dr Coe: All Kiwis over the age of 18 should get a yearly skin check, call it a warrant of fitness for your skin. New Zealand has the highest rates of skin cancer in the world and more people die from melanoma each year than the annual road toll. Risk factors for melanoma and other skin cancers include: • Fair skin – A fair complexion, blonde or red hair, blue eyes, and freckles • Lots of previous sunburns - particularly as a child or before the age of 18 • Family history – If a person has a close relative who has been diagnosed with melanoma, his or her risk of developing melanoma is 2 to 3 times higher • Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation - People who spend a lot of time outside during the midday or live in places, like New Zealand, with bright sunlight all year-round have a higher risk of developing skin cancer.

• Previous skin cancer - People who have already had a skin cancer or melanoma have an increased risk of developing other, new melanomas.

• Age - The median age at which people are diagnosed with melanoma is just above 50 years old. But melanoma occurs in young adults more often than many other types of cancer.

• Sunbed use • Lots of moles and/or unusual moles • A weakened or suppressed immune system.

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WINTER WELLBEING: LOVELY BY SKIN INSTITUTE Members of the Lovely team: Pranati Ankalkote, Shadi Safavi, Penny Wright, Natasha Bennett, Jane Hokai, Jodi Comrie, Jenni Ryan.

Lovely new option for your skin Lovely by Skin Institute also offers a number of Lovely by Skin Institute has just opened unique treatments within its menu: the third of its flagship retail stores – • Ulfit is an advanced therapeutic nonand the first on the North Shore, with surgical face lift that delivers noticeable its foray into Westfield Albany - with changes to the skin’s firmness and tightness, stores also in Lynnmall and Westfield using the benefit of ultrasound waves. Ulfit Manukau. customers enjoy the tightening and lifting Lovely by Skin Institute offers of their foreheads, eye area, cheeks, jowls, customers a wide array of appearance wrinkles and double chins. In just one to two medicine treatments, using superior treatments, customers can see dramatic technology, within a more convenient results. and affordable way. This is a move by • Cooltech™ is considered one of the parent company Skin Institute, bringing world’s most advanced systems for appearance treatments into mainstream freezing fat and body sculpting. In a mall locations, meeting customers where treatment that is just a little over an hour, they are, following global trends designed Cooltech targets stubborn pockets of to create more affordable and accessible fat from tummies, pesky muffin-top, love options for skin and body love. handles, back fat, under-arm wings, thighs, Lovely by Skin Institute are your new buttocks, and even chins. With no down-time Skin & Body experts, brought to you by afterwards, one treatment can permanently New Zealand’s leading skin health brand Dr Hans Raetz is one of the many Skin Institute reduce one pocket of fat by as much as – Skin Institute. The team at Lovely are Doctors and is also the President of the New 30 per cent. Results can be seen from two here to help you make the most of your Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine. weeks post-treatment, with fully streamlined natural beauty, so you can look good and results visible at eight weeks. Perfect for those stubborn fat pockets! feel good every single day. The stores offer treatments you want, Lovely by Skin Institute is a new addition to the Skin Institute family. using superior technology, at affordable prices. Think playful, While Skin Institute clinics continue to offer premium and bespoke joyful confidence; trusting the experts, knowing this works, multi-disciplinary medical specialist services across skin, veins and looking in the mirror and loving what you see. appearance medicine, Lovely by Skin Institute is perfect for customers looking to benefit from appearance medicine treatments in a convenient Lovely by Skin Institute has a broad range of services from: and affordable way. And because Lovely by Skin Institute is part of the • laser hair removal – a quick and effective treatment using a Skin Institute family, the team is highly trained with all services overseen medical grade laser to permanently reduce hair growth • microdermabrasion – a treatment that brightens dull and lifeless by medical doctors – so customers don’t have to worry about a thing.

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WINTER WELLBEING: JOHN APPLETON

I have been writing articles on topics related to our health for a number of years and in Channel I keep you up to date on ways in which we might improve our health by becoming more aware of the many options that are available to us.

Dementia / Alzheimer's - Diet, Heavy Metals and HSV1

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As I see it - by John Appleton Every three seconds around the world, someone is diagnosed with dementia. In Auckland alone, 10,000 people suffer with it and this number is expected to double over the next 20 years.

Dale E. Bredesen M.D. is a professor of neurology at the Easton Laboratories for Neurodegenerative Disease Research at UCLA Los Angeles. With Alzheimer’s often referred to as diabetes 3, it’s not surprising that in Dr Bredesen’s book ‘The End of Alzheimer’s’ he has a lot to say about why we need to change our way of eating in order to limit the potential for cognitive decline.

Researchers at Brown University in the U.S. say that people who develop diabetes 2 before the age of 65 are more than twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s as those without the disease, and the higher a person’s carbohydrate intake, the greater the chance of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia.

A key plank of Dr Bredesen’s ‘Recode’ protocol is the ‘Ketoflex’ diet, which is based on the Ketogenic diet which is often used very effectively for treating epilepsy. New Zealand cardiologist Dr Gerald Lewis has written a superb book (The Ketogenic Lifestyle) for anyone interested in learning about this remarkable approach to regaining health. It’s available on his website www.drgeraldlewis.com

…Researchers at Brown University in the U.S. say that people who develop diabetes 2 before the age of 65 are more than twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s…

There is another significant risk factor for cognitive impairment and that is the accumulation of heavy metals in the brain, particularly mercury. It’s interesting to contemplate that many ‘baby boomers’ have had a mouth full of mercury amalgams since the early days of primary school. Dental amalgams are comprised of 50 percent elemental mercury. This form of mercury evaporates

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from the surface of the amalgam and is inhaled, absorbed into the blood, and then converted to inorganic mercury, the most toxic form of mercury to cells.

Inorganic mercury builds up far more in the organs of elimination. It's 100 times as high in the kidneys and liver than in the brain. But when it does make its way into the brain, it's far more damaging than any other form. Mercury is lipophilic, meaning that it concentrates in fatty tissues. Type ‘smoking teeth’ into Google to watch a shocking YouTube video. I had a total of 15 amalgams, which I had removed some years ago.

Testing for an individual’s mercury level is done with a six-hour urine sample, which is sent to 'Doctors Data' in the U.S. Your GP or naturopath can arrange this.

Dr Mark Hyman is an American doctor with a keen interest in heavy metal detoxification. He has a series of excellent YouTube talks about this. Some of us are very good at detoxifying mercury and other toxins, while some of us store toxins like a toxic waste dump. Genetic variations (called polymorphisms) make some people more prone to metal toxicity.

One of these, APOE4, is known as the ‘Alzheimer’s gene’.

People with this APOE4 variant struggle to get rid of mercury from their brains, contributing to its toxic effects on this organ. As I see it, testing for APOE variants should be routine and funded by the health system.

While there are many other potential risk factors for Alzheimer’s, there is some interesting research that links Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (think cold sores). Ruth Itzhaki, a professor of Molecular Neurobiology at Manchester University, says, "in 1997 we showed that HSV1, confers a strong risk of Alzheimer’s disease when present in the brain of people who have a specific gene known as APOE4. The virus can become active in the brain, perhaps repeatedly, and this probably causes cumulative damage." Prof.

Itzhaki says, "the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease is 12 times greater for APOE4 carriers who have HSV1 in the brain."

Apparently, successful prevention of Alzheimer’s disease by use of specific anti-herpes agents has now been demonstrated in a largescale population study in Taiwan.

Nutritional supplementation is also something that shouldn’t be overlooked. My A-list is coconut oil, curcumin, boswellia, high potency omega 3, B vitamins, glutathione, R-Lipoic Acid and an exciting new form of magnesium known as magnesium L- Threonate.

John Appleton (09) 489 9362 appletonassoc@xtra.co.nz www.johnappleton.co.nz

WINTER WELLBEING: FIT20 PERSONAL TRAINING

A client works with his personal fit20 trainer.

Improve the quality of your life in 20 minutes once a week Are you someone who knows you should exercise, who wants to exercise, but never seem to find the time? Not to mention years healing from exercise injuries that crop up as we get older. Fit20 has the perfect answer.

“I thought, fit and healthy in just 20 minutes a week? No sweating? No need to use the very public changing rooms? No loud music? No mirrors? I thought it sounds too good to be true,” says Catharina Flijsin, former educational psychologist, and now managing director of fit20 in New Zealand.

But the scientific evidence and the global spread of the highly successful and rapidly growing network of fit20 studios throughout the UK, Belgium, Germany, France, Qatar and USA can’t be wrong, she says. “We are getting really good feedback from our clients, who mention results like increased strength, feeling more energetic, toning up and a decrease of symptoms related to their injuries or chronic disease”.

Fit20 offers a high-intensity training method aimed at helping clients reach their health and fitness goals in just 20 minutes per week. It’s a science-backed workout with guaranteed results, says Catharina. “I was inspired by fit20’s mission and vision of ‘strengthening lives’ for all people of all ages,” she adds.

Short but sweet fit20 training is offered by appointment only and always with the guidance of a personal trainer. The boutique-style fit20 studios are pleasant, inviting, and comfortably cooled. Clients typically train one-on-one with their trainer, or along with a partner or colleague if they choose.

It takes only 20 minutes to do six, highly effective exercises which strengthen all major muscle groups. Clients continue to build their overall strength and fitness with each weekly 20-minute

training session – the fit20 concept is based on the research-backed High Intensity Training (HIT) protocol. The aim of this approach is to bring the body safely to the point where it adapts and becomes stronger, healthier and fitter.

Slow motion exercise, in combination with climate-controlled studios, means that fit20 clients typically do not perspire and have no need to change or shower. The unique fit20 approach is particularly appealing for senior, busy professionals, seniors and for those who don’t feel at home in traditional gym settings. “It’s a very safe way of exercising, so it benefits people with past injuries.”

Making small changes in your daily routine is generally much more sustainable than putting in lots of effort and time. Fit20 has proven itself to be a sustainable and highly effective weekly routine which can be seamlessly incorporated into a busy lifestyle. “I do understand when people are a bit sceptical about the 20 minutes,” says Catharina. “It’s very different from what we have been told for a long time. But the concept is not new, and there has been a lot of research done around the health benefits. I always tell people who are interested to come in for a free introduction Training. Then they can experience themselves what we do and how it benefits them.

“Not only can people lose weight, build strength and tone, but as a former educational psychologist I can tell you that the benefits to your mental wellness and mood are tremendous – for just 20 minutes a week! Why wouldn’t you?”

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MY SHORE LIFE: JANFERIE BRYCE-CHAPMAN

Working for the wellbeing of older people Janferie Bryce Chapman has lived on the Shore for 36 years, and for much of that time has been executive officer for Age Concern.

As she retires this month after 29 years at the helm, Christine Young asked her about her Shore life.

an accredited visiting service and an elder abuse and neglect prevention service, and my role had grown to a full-time position with an increase in staff. Currently we have 12 staff and more than 250 volunteers and have great relationships with other community providers as part of the social support networks on the North Shore. Our core work remains similar – “to work with older people to promote their wellbeing through connection, information and specialist services”.

Christine Young: Please tell us a bit about your background.

Janferie Bryce-Chapman: I was born and grew up in Wairarapa, and attended Hamilton CY: What other activities and organisations are Teachers College. I then worked for BP New you involved with?

Zealand, working with schools across the J B-C: I have been involved at a governance country on oil industry education and assisting Janferie Bryce-Chapman retire on 18 level with more than 25 other organisations, in media/public relations activities. As part of June after 29 years at Age Concern on many North Shore based, such as Beneficiaries that I obtained an articulated truck licence in the North Shore.

Advocacy & Information Service, National Council order to tow a 45-foot display unit to schools. of Women, Healthy Cities NS, Rotary Club of Takapuna, Council of The next step was overseas travel, before moving to Auckland and Social Services (now ANCAD, ShoreSafe, (see attached and pick then Kerikeri where I established the town’s first health food shop and delicatessen. My next move was to Christchurch to establish the what you want) as well as National Boards. wholesale distribution arm for Red Seal Laboratories (Health Foods) CY: Tell us about a secret gem on the Shore (perhaps in your for the South Island. Back on the North Shore in 1983, I worked as suburb)? a PA, educator and teacher for the Natural Family Planning Assoc J B-C: There are many great places – Marlborough Park and Onepoto and for the Electronic and Electrical Training Board (then based in Domain for grandchildren. Smith’s Bush is a great walk for all ages, Highbury). And I became involved in the community – as junior and Island Bay for safe summer swims and picnics. secretary for Northcote Rugby Club, and helping with a food co-op and with school activities.

CY: Do you have a favorite local event you look forward to each year?

CY: What do you most love about living on the Shore?

J B-C: I like intergenerational events where all the family can join J B-C: The access to bush, beaches and plenty of parks. It feels a together; we are spoilt with lots of them on the Shore: multicultural safe and healthy area to live. festivals, St Patrick’s Day, Takapuna Beach fun days, and various mall, community and school events.

CY: Please tell us about Age Concern North Shore, and how you and the organisation have developed over the past 29 years.

CY: If you could change one aspect of your suburb, what would J B-C: When I started, Age Concern was marking its 25th anniversary; that be? it had done great work for those years, but had become stale and I J B-C: Less traffic, but that’s not possible. was hired to modernise and energise the organisation. I commenced with myself and one other part-time worker. Very few people knew CY: Who would you most like as neighbours and why? who we were or what we did. I quickly learnt how to do funding J B-C: Anyone honest and caring. Variety is the spice of life; we all applications, and spent time visiting seniors’ and other community share one planet and need to respect each other’s rights, and kindness groups to learn what was needed. Within two years we had developed costs so little but makes a huge difference when the going is tough.

Book My Life Story Book is an online system that simplifies the process for those wishing to tell and record their life stories. You can build your book online easily and then the system enables the easy and cost-effective production of an actual printed book – hard or soft cover – and the life-story will also be preserved online for generations to come. The system has been developed right here on the North Shore by the team at Benefitz.

Visit: www.mylifestorybook.co.nz Or contact Aidan Bennett. Phone 021-500-997 or email: aidan@benefitz.co.nz

“I am passionate about helping people tell their stories, so we will make the process very easy for you - promise.”

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BRANDIT.KIWI: PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS AND APPAREL

HOME ORGANISATION WITH REBEKAH HOLMES

Channel columnist Rebekah Holmes of The Ship Shape Shoppe.

Top Tips for Mid-Winter Declutter Brandit.kiwi's distinctively branded premises in Rosedale.

Brand It to power up your brand Finding a cohesive and consistent look across apparel and promotional merchandise can be very frustrating but in reality it isn’t complicated.

Brandit.kiwi is a Shore-based company that cares about how you present your brand as much as you do and can help you create positive brand recognition and boost your profile through customised promotional product and apparel. From concept to delivery Brandit.kiwi handles each detail with care, taking all the hard work away from you or your team.

With great clothing brands such as AS Colour, Stormtech, Under Armour, Musto and Swanndri, Brandit.kiwi has you covered for all of your corporate apparel, teamwear and workwear needs.

Its promotional merchandise range is huge and covers the basics like pens, bags, hats and bottles through to some amazing innovative products to enhance your brand and create that WOW factor necessary to make a statement. When a client can’t find what they are looking for Brandit.kiwi works with them to create bespoke solutions, which provide a unique and personalised promotional item.

Brandit.kiwi prides itself on doing more than “selling stuff”.

Relationships for the Brandit.kiwi team are paramount. They love to know about their customers: who they are and what they do, and help match the product with the purpose such as uniforms, workwear, or events like golf days, conferences, milestones, and incentives. Working within a budget is never an issue given the size and scale of Brandit.kiwi’s full product range. This also allows them to put the focus on finding the perfect product to convey the right message.

With more than 40 years of collective industry experience to call on, in-house embroidery and printing, Brandit.kiwi provides exceptional service with great attention to detail while delivering accurately and on time; making it easy for their customers is a critical component of the business.

Just get in touch to see how they can help build your company profile.

Rebekah Holmes

Ahhhh winter. Cue sniffles, snuggly blankets and snoozing the alarm clock when getting up in the dark is just too hard. Can you tell winter is not my favourite? I don't mind the cold or the rain - it is the seemingly relentless grey that gets me down the most.

What this means for me is doubling down on the self-care taking small actions to lift my mood and fend off the mid-winter blues. I take myself off for a manicure, schedule in time to catch up with friends and try to find ways to inject some fun into the weekends that will perk up the whole family. I also start to cast my eye around our home and really look at the things that are hanging around. Yep, I'm claiming that decluttering is good for the soul!

Here are my top three reasons why a mid-winter clear out should be on your list of self-care activities during those cooler months.

1. You're stuck inside anyway!

What better rainy-day activity than hunkering down at home and methodically working your way through a bookshelf, cupboard or box of forgotten treasures as the rain falls gently on the roof above you? There is no need to break the land-speed record - go slowly and indulge in your memories as you go... but don't forget your mission is to move some items onto another loving home via your local charity shop.

2. You might rediscover old favourites Clothes, recipes, artwork and books are all things I regularly find squirrelled away when I'm working with clients, to delighted cries of "I wondered where I'd put that!" Serve yourself up a dose of a delight this winter, it can be as easy as opening a box!

3. You'll get a head start on your spring cleaning We know that spring is the traditional season for blowing out the cobwebs, but isn't that when we start seeing the long-awaited sunshine again? I reckon the smart money is on knocking off your seasonal spruce up in the depths of winter, leaving you footloose and fancy-free when the sunshine returns.

A winter clear out is a great way to take care of yourself AND make the most of time stuck indoors. But if you want to outsource your clear out to an expert while you jet off to the tropics for the ultimate winter indulgence, you know who to call!.

Brandit.kiwi 09 444 9553 email: sales@brandit.kiwi or use the contact form on the website: www.brandit.kiwi

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ANZAC DAY 2019

Community Initiated Anzac Commemorations North Shore Remembers Despite Cancellation of Official Services

Several of those attending As well as the official Anzac expressed disappointment that the Service at Browns Bay on 25th official services had not gone ahead April, at least two informal and that they hoped every North citizen initiated Anzac Day Shore centre would return to having commemorations took place a local service next year. on North Shore. Due to the By attending informal security alert status put in neighbourhood initiated gatherings place following the mosque at local war memorials, hundreds massacres in Christchurch North Shore residents sent a clear and acting on Police advice, message to Auckland Council.

Auckland Council decided North Shore people want to to cancel Anzac services at remember our local servicemen and several North Shore venues.

Tony Dench, chair of Takapuna Local celebrant Barrie Mason women at local war memorials and Although no formal services Beach Business Association, recited the Ode of Remembrance not at large amalgamated services. were scheduled to take place at the Takapuna ceremony. laying a wreath in Takapuna. at other sites, several hundred Chris Mullane provided this North Shore residents showed their commitment to honouring local summary from Devonport for servicemen and women who fought in World War One, World War Channel Magazine…

Two and subsequent wars by following the long-standing tradition In the wake of the shooting of gathering at local War Memorials on the morning of Anzac Day. tragedies at two Christchurch More than a hundred men, women and children gathered at the mosques on 15 March 2019, site of the Takapuna War Memorial outside the Auckland Council local authorities, concerned office on The Strand. George Wood, Chairman of the Devonport about reprisals, cancelled many Takapuna Community Board and Board members Jan O’Connor of the traditional Anzac Day and Jen McKenzie led the singing of both the Australian and New Zealand National Anthems and local celebrant Barrie Mason recited ceremonies. Curiously however Chris Mullane led a com they didn’t cancel most other the Ode of Remembrance. A bugler played the Last Post and munity tribute at Devonport . public events whether indoors Reveille or outdoors where people attended The Takapuna Scout group marched to the War Memorial and in large numbers - sporting fixtures, concerts, etc. Most notably one of the members laid a wreath and another repeated the Ode. they didn’t cancel any Easter ceremonies or events held in Christian Anzac Day is an important one in the Scouts’ calendar when young churches or in public areas 19-22 April which arguably were more members can honour their forebears, participate and learn about likely targets for reprisals. civic traditions.

In Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore where the community At the Takapuna gathering wreaths were laid from the Community has a long history of rebelling against being told what to do, people Board, the Takapuna Beach Business Association, Maggie Barry MP for North Shore and Takapuna Scout group. As well, many who rejected official advice and decided to hold a ‘rebel’ ceremony at their War Memorial which had been paid for by their forebears attended “planted” poppies in sand trays in front of the memorial. and unveiled 95 years earlier. At 10am on Anzac Day 25 April 2019 In Devonport several hundred people assembled beside the several hundred Devonport residents of all ages gathered for a Untidy Soldier Memorial. Among those attending were Community commemoration variously referred to as the unofficial/alternative/ Board members, Mike Cohen and Grant Gillon and Judge Denese informal/rebel/fringe/Pop-up Devonport Community Ceremony.

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Last Post was played, the Ode was recited, a piper played Bayswater resident and veteran, Chris Mullane, led a community tribute which included bugler Bill Rimmer playing The Last Post and a lament and then Reveille concluded the formalities. Wreaths and other tributes were laid informally and the National Anthem laying of wreaths by several of those attending. Tayla Woolly, who was sung in an impromptu performance in Te Reo Maori and in is this year’s North Shore Youth MP, laid a wreath on behalf of local English. After this, veterans and service people attending formed MP Maggie Barry. up behind two Venturer Scouts carrying the flags of New Zealand Takapuna resident and and Australia and marched up the main street (Victoria Road). The businessman Gary Monk informal parade aptly ended at the local pub The Patriot directly who attended the Takapuna opposite the Devonport RSA which was hosting a small indoor service with three generations of family said it was important ceremony attended by only a few.

Later, when discussing the unofficial ceremony one Devonport to him to role model paying citizen of 96 years whose family has history of military service respects and laying a wreath over several generations was heard to comment, “Our Devonport to his grandchildren in the ancestors would have expected nothing less!” hope they will continue Devonport residents Roger Brittenden and Simon Gundry played the tradition with future a lead role in initiating the community commemoration. generations.

A large crown turned out in Devonport.

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SHORE PEOPLE: HARRY HOBIN

Harry Hobin Still going hard at 92!

By Aidan Bennett

Harry Hobin outside the British Isles Pub in Rothesay Bay.

I love getting calls from people on the Shore telling us about interesting people we should be highlighting in Channel. I got one of those calls recently from Uwe Dorr, owner of the British Isles pub in Rothesay Bay. Uwe’s in his 20th year of running the popular East Coast Bays ‘local’ and he was keen for me to interview one of his regulars, Harry Hobin, who has been coming to the pub for four decades. Uwe was fascinated with Harry’s interesting story. Never needing an excuse to share a pint I popped along on to have a chat with Harry Hobin at the British Isles on a Wednesday afternoon in early May. The fun about putting together this magazine is you do meet interesting people of all ages. We concentrate on highlighting the ‘positive’ so all these people are usually doing, or have done, great things. Harry Hobin is no different. At the age of 92 you would think he would be slowing down. But that doesn’t appear to be the case.

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He doesn’t look or act like a 92 year old. The well-known Bays resident cheekily told me the secret to his longevity is his partner Gail, who is many years younger. They met as part of the WAGS group – stands for “Wine Appreciating Group Slurpers”. He reckons the wine tasting keeps him young as well!

Harry lives near the British Isles pub in Rothesay Bay and is there regularly enjoying a wine at his favourite watering hole. Often joined by partner Gael and occasionally by son Terry.

Harry Hobin was brought up in the Hawkes Bay, attending Napier Boys High before joining the air force, beginning a lifetime love affair with aviation. At the end of World War Two he ended up in the 14th Fighter Squadron and as a youngster was posted to Japan, just after the United States detonated two nuclear bombs over the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Japan surrendered in August 1945 after the bombs were dropped, and the New Zealand government agreed

Harry was a leader in business. He is also a Chartered Accountant. For decades he ran the family business, originally called Hobin & Luke (Harry’s father was a founder), and later under his leadership becoming Clearlite Industries. He sold the business when he turned 60 in the 1980s. The business started out manufacturing perspex cabinet handles and expanded this to include display stands, towel rails, fluted sugar bowls and car tail lights. In the 50s Clearlite then moved to Ponsonby and produced a wide variety of plastic products including skydomes, refrigerator door liners and firescreens.

Clearlite won a design award from the Plastics Institute of New Zealand for their vacuum formed polystyrene refrigerator doors in the 1960s and expanded to a staff of over 100. The product range grew to include exhaust fans, neon signs, boat windscreens, car weathershields, ear tags and even Harry Hobin and his great mat Dave Daniels injection-moulded animals.

Terry Hobin at Miyajima, Hiroshima, Japan, 2018. at Miyajima, Hiroshima, Japan, 1946.

Harry says when assessing the location of the business he gathered data on where all the staff lived and plotted it on a map that showed it was predominantly on the north side of the bridge. As a result the business relocated to Glenfield in 1972 where it remains today. By that time the main focus had shifted to bathroomware products.

During the long period Harry built the Clearlite business he was also a president of the Plastics Institute of New Zealand and records show he was also internationally respected. He was on a panel of specialist Harry Hobin with the trophy and crew members Earle Young and Murray Stratford after their win in the Around New Zealand Air Race in 1991. members to meet with a similar panel of the Australian Plastics Institute to discuss common interests. His expertise on the panel was around to participate in the US-led occupation of the country as part of fabricated products. a Commonwealth force. So that’s how young Harry Hobin ended Right through his life Harry’s passion has been flying. He loved up in Japan. Harry’s son Terry – well known in local soccer circles the challenge of being able to fly while leaving all his earthly – retraced his father’s footsteps over seven decades later when problems behind. With now 170 employees he says he needed he visited Hiroshima and was photographed at the same place – something to clear his mind and flying gave him that.

Miyajima, Hiroshima. See photos with this article.

For years he was a member of the North Shore Aero Club, It wasn’t the first devastated city he had experienced. In his 92 later becoming patron. Harry loved flying and in particular years Harry has lived through the 1931 Napier earthquakes as a participating in races. In fact there was one notorious race he young fellow and 80 plus years later he just happened to also be in recalls back in 1991 that coincided with the 150th anniversary Wellington when the Kaikoura earthquakes shook the capital city. of the city of New Plymouth. Hosted by the New Plymouth Aero Club, this was the largest air race ever held in New Zealand. From New Plymouth,105 aircraft flew over 66 towns and cities over an eight day period. 64 year old Harry went on to win the race by six seconds and recalls golfers at Muriwai Golf Club thinking World War three had broken out as 105 aircraft flew over as this was one of the race turning points.

Harry’s partner in the plane, Chris Toms, recalled this period in a more recent article he wrote for a local newspaper in Northland. “I Harry Hobin has always been a leader – in the community and bought my first plane in partnership with Harry Hobin, in 1981. The business. Originally living in Blockhouse Bay he was on the board Tampico was built in France, by the same company that made the of Lynfield College when his four sons went through there. During Concorde, Mirage and the Exocet missile. Harry flew the Tampico that period he started the Roskill South Athletics Club and the in the largest air race held in New Zealand and won. We owned the Roskill South Ratepayers Association. Moving to the Shore, Harry became heavily involved with the Bays Club in Browns Bay – he is a plane together for 14 years and had some great times travelling to events all over New Zealand. life member. For 25 years he ran the wine tasting group at the Bays Harry Hobin stopped flying in his early 70s, two decades ago.

Club. The Hobin’s lived on the waterfront at Browns Bay and one of But that was about all he stopped. Life is still busy and social. Both his proudest achievements was playing a leading hand in stopping he and his partner Gael admit that they hardly use the kitchens a wharf being built by a group advocating that for the beachside in their homes as they enjoy travel and eating out – locally that’s suburb. He started a group called the Browns Bay Environmental often at Uwe Dorr’s British Isles Pub just across the road. Now that Protection Association and the resistance included him running full sounds like a pretty good retirement to me! page adverts in the local paper.

He loved the challenge of being able to fly while leaving all his earthly problems behind.

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WINE: WITH LIZ WHEADON OF GLENGARRY

Celebrating the wines of Italy Throughout June we celebrate the wines of Italy in all Glengarry stores. We’ve just landed the latest releases from all of these producers I have written about in this article. You’ll find these wines in our stores now and the wines of Italy featured in our June Wineletter.

Beautiful Barolo: One of my favourite parts of Italy is Piedmont in the north and, in particular, the village of Barolo. Barolo is a wine style as well as a village, with the wines that are used to produce Barolo coming from around the village and neighbouring villages that make up the Barolo designation.

The grape variety behind the great wines of Barolo is Nebbiolo, known for its impressive tannins, acidity, structure and ability to age.

On a recent visit, I visited a number of our producers that we import from. Once again, I was super impressed with the quality of these wines and the relative value for money. As many of the great fine wines of the world become inaccessible it’s no surprise that Barolo and neighbouring Barbaresco are gaining so much attention. Here’s a little on some of my favourite producers from Barolo: Damilano: Established in 1890, the Damilano winery is run today by the fifth generation of the family. Damilano are the largest land owners in the prized Barolo Cru Cannubi with an impressive 10ha under their control. As well as Cannubi, Damilano have two of the hectares of Liste as well as the Crus Brunate and Cerequio. The style here has changed over the last ten years - the story is not uncommon in Barolo. As the area evolved and the producers looked outside, they adopted many a technique used elsewhere, including the use of Barriques. Though ten years ago Damilano had the good sense to understand that Nebbiolo can lose its charm with too much new oak and have gone back to old large French oak. The absolute jewel in their crown is a wine that we don’t have right now, though will in the future – Cannubi Riserva “1752”. The name referencing the oldest Cannubi wine made, 100 years before the first known Barolo. The Riserva is made from the heart of Cannubi, the oldest part of the vineyard. The name is also significant in that it is from one vineyard, with seven years ageing - five in barrel and two in bottle.

Ca’ del Baio: Located in the villages of Barbaresco and Treiso, both of which are in the production area for Barbaresco. Barbaresco, like its more well-known Piedmont neighbour Barolo, is a wine growing area that makes wines from Nebbiolo.

Established in 1870, Ca’ del Baio remains today a family company led by the fourth generation. Among their range is the prized cru of Asili. Whilst the family had been growing grapes here for many years, it was not until 1988 that they started to vinify them separately, and not long after the Pora. Ca’ del Baio manage their winery and vineyards sustainably, using very little intervention and as little sulphur in the winery as possible.

The wines are vinified with natural yeasts and nurtured to ensure they reach your cellar ready for the long rest ahead.

range of wines that are made off their original historic vineyard plots, in the style that they used Liz Wheadon to produce. Fontanafredda is a large site that today houses a visitor centre, winery and various buildings with many other uses as well. Historically it was its own village, with those that tended the grapes and made the wine residing there with their families, together with all that the community needed for sustainability, schooling, heath and care. It’s that philosophy of environment, health and wellbeing that sits behind these wines, together with no use of chemicals or pesticides in the vineyard, a natural approach to winemaking, an historic view of preserving the site and very low use of sulphur. Exceptional expressions of the original historic part of Fontanafredda are captured as Mirafiore.

Gagliardo: While the name Gagliardo is somewhat new to Barolo's terrain, the estate itself has been around since 1847 and passed down through generations of the Colla family until it reached Paolo Colla, the fourth generation, who dedicated his intense energy to producing Barolo, “the king of wines”, in the township of La Morra.

In 1973 his daughter Marivanna married Gianni Gagliardo, a young man from Monticello d'Alba. Gianni was a passionate young man with a notable entrepreneurial talent. Gianni’s love for the vineyards and the wines of Barolo was immediate. Between the two men was born a deep friendship and a fruitful collaboration which is the basis of their extraordinary success.

From the second half of the eighties, Gianni Gagliardo took the reins of the winery that now bears his name, signifying a change in guard and in winemaking style. In the early years of the new millennium, the sixth generation of the family gradually began to work for the house - Gianni's sons Stefano, Alberto, and Paolo.

Tenuta Cucco: Purchased by the Rossi family, which has been instrumental in restoring La Raia, Cucco have been in Barolo since 1967 and vinified Cerrati, their cru, since 1996. Tenuta Cucco is in the process of transitioning to biodynamics. The range includes three Barolo - one from the Serralunga area, Cerrati and Cerrati Riserva. Cucco also vinify Chardonnay and Barbera. The vineyards stretch over 13ha and there’s a tiny 70,000 bottles produced, predominantly Barolo. www.glengarry.co.nz

Mirafiore: Both an old name and new, the property that today houses Fontanafredda is known as Mirafiore and was the original name that the Fontanafredda wines were labelled under when established back in the 1870s. The name has only recently been reintroduced by Fontanafredda for a

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TEXTILES & FABRICS: REDGRAVES HOME FABRICS

Who stole the pink toilet paper?

Our recent visit to Turkey's Grand Bazaar in Istanbul.

The huge variety of all products available in this country never ceases to astound me.

I don’t think we realise how lucky we are to have free borders for goods from most countries. I was in the USA recently, visiting stores in our business field, and when I asked after this product or another, I was often told that goods from those countries were either too expensive or unavailable.

I entered this industry at the very end of import licensing.

Fortunes were made, post-war, by those who either were able to Redgraves Home Fabrics' maintain a monopoly on essential items like pottery or toilet paper, Des and Mike on tour! and by people holding a licence to import.

When we travel we like to immerse ourselves in the culture, arts A classic story that reflects the level of restriction in those times and crafts of each country we visit as we search for new styles, is one told to me by Paul Taylor, a long time employee of Home manufacturing methods and designs. We visit art galleries and craft Fabrics, many years ago... Paul had been contracted to install the markets and always try and get out into the countryside to gain an drapes in the Royal Suite of the Waitomo Caves Hotel for the visit of Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Phillip in 1953. Having passed idea of local life.

So, on arriving in Bulgaria, after almost 23 hours of non- stop through security, he was fascinated to find that not only did the flying, we had an English speaking driver pick us up. Wanting to room have its own ensuite, an unbelievable luxury, but there before test his language skills, I immediately said to him: “Tell me a bit him was hanging the very first roll of pink toilet paper ever brought about Bulgaria. What are you most proud of about your country?” into the country. Indeed, its importation had required a special Without hesitating he responded, “Bulgaria has been voted...", licence be issued by ministerial intervention. So fascinated was here he pauses, then slowly inhales for dramatic effect, “...for Paul with this find that he surreptitiously removed just three or four the second year in a row”...another pause...“The...most corrupt sheets and slipped them into his pocket to bring back to Auckland country in Europe!“ All said with huge national pride oozing from as aArtist: gift for his new wife, Emily.

I have always Jessica Killenthought it worth every pore. Immediately after he stopped speaking, I knew two remembering this story in case the first importation of pink toilet Educated: School of Art (hons) things: Firstly, that he would be a great bloke to spend a few days paper was ever to be asked Manchester in a pub quiz! travelling with and, secondly, that we were very fortunate that we So it is a great delight when Des, Mike and I head off overseas Lives: Cheshire UK did not have huge amounts of corruption at home. to find beautiful new products to bring back and share with our Works: Clarke and studios - Morley Greenonnear Wilmslow We travelled to Turkey and met up with the very innovative clientele.

And that we can do so knowing weClarke can purchase virtually and talented suppliers we have built relationships with over many any fabric from anywhere in the world! We have just returned from years, then flew back home arriving here just 10 days after leaving.

Bulgaria and Turkey in search of fabulous new linens and textures, “I believe that textiles are a form of art; using fabrics instead of paper, stitch instead We were tired, but very excited about the wonderful new fabrics as you'll see in the photos. of pencil and dyes instead of paint. I like mythat work to soon reflect patterns and their will very creepnatural into our 2019 collection. unpredictable shapes and structures, inIfayou celebration of nature and life.” are passing our gallery in Constellation Drive, call in and view the amazing textile art by the young designer Paige Cartledge from Cheshire, England. And, of course, remember that we have incredibly talented designers on our team, who will come to your home and assist with all you furnishing needs. We promise they won't steal your toilet paper (pink doesn't seem to exist any more!).

Just call us on 476 9102 to make an appointment.

-Gerald Redgraves Home Fabrics, 35c Constellation Drive, Mairangi Bay 09 476 9102 www.redgraveshomefabrics.co.nz

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• Hand made in Italy • Manufactured by Maro Cavelli • Artist: Sebastiano Malvestio • Fabric: A beautiful pocket weave voile • Distributed by Louis Alexander Textiles • Hand made in Italy, yet still very affordable

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When and why you did you start this business?

My passions are cooking (I am a trained chef), fashion and shoes and my first job in New Zealand after studying was working in Andrea Biani shoes in Vulcan Lane so I was always going to be in a restaurant or shoe business.

After we sold our Thai Beach Café in Browns Bay I put myself through a leather shoe design and cobbling course back in Thailand as I wanted to create my own shoe label. Thailand has a big leather industry so I learnt how and where to buy good quality leather, found my great cobbler Mr. See and launched Mae Shoes in 2017. I've rented the spare space from Dick, the owner of Cutting Edge Barber shop.

How would you describe what is special and unique about it?

I think Mae Shoes is different from most shoe retailers in New Zealand as I create my own designs and moulds, hand select all the leather, and work with my cobbler in Bangkok who traditionally hand ‘cobbles’ each pair of shoes. I need to visit

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Bangkok regularly but I am lucky I can stay with my mum in our original family home.

Also I did not initially plan to, but once I opened Mae Shoes, I started to get requests for custom designs and this has steadily grown along with my own designs.

What gives you the greatest buzz?

Seeing my customers happy in their new shoes and even more so when they return to say: "These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn!"

What is your number one tip for anyone starting a business?

Love your products or service – I am a shoe addict so it was a natural transition but seriously, get some help on the business and financial aspects as this is equally important. And if in retail, start small, find a great person, neighbour or friend like I have with Dick and the team at Cutting Edge Barber. They have been so good to me.

What do you love about Mairangi Bay village?

Most of the retailers and businesses are owner-occupiers so they are passionate about their products or services – all my neighbouring shops are like this so we are all in the same boat together which is nice and supportive.

Tell us what’s happening instore during June.

I will be returning from a Bangkok shoe run to pick up my latest designs and custom orders so I will have a new exciting range of shoes on display.

Please sum up your business in one sentence.

Hand made and designed leather fashion shoes.

Enjoying a long lunch and celebration of 20 years of service, dedication and brand loyalty.

January 1999 – January 2019.

Why would you work anywhere else?

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LUXURY CRUISING WITH QUAY CRUISE

It only happens once a decade - experience it in 2020!

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What is Oberammergau Passion Play? The Oberammergau Passion Play is performed in an openair stage in the Bavarian town of Oberammergau, Germany. The Passion Play is performed every 10 years. This will be the 42nd production of the world renowned play. The next time you can see it will be May through October 2020. Tickets to the play are very limited. Don’t miss out, start planning now!

Reserve space today with Quay Cruise.

Where is Oberammergau? Oberammergau is a town located approximately 60 miles from Munich. The town is beautiful, surrounded by majestic mountains and picturesque meadows. The village is known for woodcarving - there are dozens of woodcarver shops. The town is also famous for its Bavarian themes painted alongside many of the homes and buildings.

• The play is held from May through to late September or early October. During these months the play is performed five days per week in an open-air theatre which seats about 4,700 people.

The performance runs from 2:30pm to 5:00pm. There is then a History of the Passion Play: What made the town famous was its dinner break, and the play resumes from 8:00pm to 10:30pm. performance of the Passion of Christ every decade. It is believed that the Passion Play has been held every 10 years since 1634. A play of life and • The play is performed in German but it doesn’t seem to stop death, promised in a moment of mortal threat, and so began the history people from all over the world, including those that are not of of the Oberammergau Passion Play in 1633. During that time, the Black religious backgrounds, that are intrigued by the way the town Plague was sweeping through Europe. The villagers of Oberammergau comes together to perform this play. It is anticipated over vowed that if their town was spared, they would perform the Passion of 750,000 will attend in 2020.

Christ every 10 years. The town was spared, and it is amazing that they The Passion Play theatre is open and the background of the have been honoring this pledge from generation to generation. mountains makes it an unforgettable scene.

The shows in 2020 may seem distant, but the excitement and The Passion Play performance follows Christ from His triumphant entry into Jerusalem through His Trial, Crucifixion, Resurrection, and planning is already building for the next production. Demand for tickets is sure to be high and space on trips is limited.

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Plenty of companies will offer tickets to the Passion Play, but we only offer the most reputable companies that have been in Interesting Facts About the Oberammergau Passion Play business for over 50 years.

• To be in the play, you must be a resident of Oberammergau.

Avalon Cruises has a number of river cruise departures that will • Over 2,000 citizens are involved including acting, singing, include this incredible ‘bucket list’ experience. musicians and technical support.

• There are 124 speaking roles, a 65-member orchestra, 48 person chorus and hundreds of people involved in the back end including stagehands, Quay Cruise, your local cruise experts. Phone 0800 782 987, seamstresses, fire officers, auditorium attendants and more. email donna@quaytravel.co.nz or come visit us at • Men grow out their hair and beards to make the look authentic to 2/49 Apollo Drive, Mairangi Bay. Parking available. Expert advice and great coffee! the time. Costumes are hand made.

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INTERIOR DESIGN WITH KIRSTEN FORD

Translating Milan’s Latest Design Trends for Your Home North Shore interior designer Kirsten Ford made her way to Milan in April to attend one of the biggest events on the global design calendar, the prestigious Salone Internazionale del Mobile design exhibition, as the New Zealand winner of a global design competition.

Here Kirsten shares with us how to translate Milan’s new season trends for your home...

In the interiors world, Milan’s Design Week is one of the most Kirsten Ford influential sources of design trends, so I was extremely excited to see first hand what will be finding their way into our magazines, stores and homes. While I’m a firm believer in not being a direct trend follower, they are a great source of inspiration. So here’s my guide on how to include some of Milan’s key design trends into your home.

luxury in smaller pieces like occasional chairs and accessories like cushions and throws. Timber colours are becoming richer and warmer and grey has made way for taupe, camel and caramel tones. Metals are warm and burnished - so when looking at items like tapware, polished finishes are being replaced with those which are brushed and aged.

Clever detailing: Sofas, seating and cushions in Milan were beautifully detailed with tailored embellishments like stitched quilting, flanged seams and buckles.

Fabrics were confidently and expertly contrasted in the same setting, creating a stylishly eclectic vibe.

You can look to accessories to add interest and detail - particularly cushions and ottomans with contrast piping, toggles, fringing and tassels.

Softer silhouettes: Furniture shapes were definitely softer and more round - still with the beautifully clean lines European design is renown for, but combined with softer curves that make a space feel calmer and more organic. At home, think about balance - contrasting these softer shapes with strong angles and lines. You could combine a sofa that has a clean architectural shape with occasional chairs that are rounded and cocoon-like. Or soften the strong lineal lines of kitchen cabinetry with pendant lighting that is more organically shaped.

Green accessories: Every installation and display I saw was beautifully accessorised. And the accessory of choice? Without a doubt, anything leafy, including both potted plants and actual indoor trees. At home, adding greenery provides an organic beauty to any space, the green canopy providing visual interest, texture and height to balance rooms. Of course, they also come with the benefit of being a natural air purifier and stress-reliever. My current favourite indoor plants include the succulent, philodendron, bonsai, snake plant and orchid. Make sure you place them near windows for natural light and they are perfect for filling empty corners and gaps on shelving.

Warmer colour palettes: The colour palettes dominating Milan were closely influenced by warmer, richer tones.

Think burnt orange, mustard yellow, burgundy and peach.

Evocative sunset palettes and desert tones that are earthy but still sophisticated and sexy. Marmalade, sienna and terracotta are by far the hottest hues. Dusty mauves and inky indigoes are key accents. These colours were used confidently in Milan on large scale wall coverings and sofas, but they will equally add a sense of warmth and

Kirsten Ford Design is a boutique, full service interior design studio located on Auckland’s North Shore, working with clients nationwide.

Specialising in new builds or full renovations, Kirsten Ford Design works with busy clients, their architects, builders and trades from concept to completion of your finished home. www.kirstenforddesign.com kirsten@kirstenforddesign.com

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TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD TRAVEL BROWNS BAY

Hello Inspirational India Jason and Dave from helloworld Travel Browns Bay and Milford visited Northern India in March.

Their itinerary took them around the Golden Triangle to Delhi, Jaipur and Agra.

Delhi, the capital of India, has witnessed battles Mary Buckley between many Emperors and has been ruled by Owner/Director them from time to time. Sightseeing took them to New and Old Delhi visiting the impressive India Gate, excursions to Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) and Humayun’s Tomb built by Mughal Emperors during their regime. With a chance to learn more about India’s journey to independence, a visit to the Gandhi Memorial and Martyr Site was included.

A long but comfortable drive took them to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, founded by warrior-astronomer Maharaja Jai Singh II and famous for its forts and palaces. On a full day tour they visited the UNESCO World Heritage site, Amber Fort of Jaipur, that was a highlight with its formidable fort structures.

The tour took them to the City Palace Museum, Observatory and Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace). During the evening they explored the famous local bazaar of old Jaipur.

Another long drive took them to the highlight of the trip, Agra, where we visited the stunning and iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise. A magnificent building that impresses the moment you arrive with its beautifully decorated exterior - a definite bucket list stop. The day finished with a visit to the Agra Fort and its palaces.

India surprised and delighted Jason and Dave. Travelling with experienced guides, well-made accommodation choices, and exceptional local food made this a comfortable and enjoyable trip.

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Jason in front of Taj Mahal.

Dave, Ian, Craig and Jason in Jaipur.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The dazzling forts, palaces and monuments of Delhi are evidence of Mughal opulence and British sophistication. The Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument of love, is definitely the highlight with a visit to Agra Fort and local markets. Not to be missed is the Pink City of Jaipur to witness the rich architectural legacy of Jaipur merchants. We enjoy a wildlife safari at Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve and spot various wild animals and the Royal Bengal tiger before returning back to Delhi.

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CHANNEL FEATURE: TAKAPUNA SOAPBOX UNVEILING

Artists Olivia Collinson, Prue Fea and Vanessa Cox speak at the unveiling of 'Soapbox'.

Rose Northey and Devonport Takapuna Local Board member Jennifer McKenzie celebrate the unveiling of 'Soapbox'.

Takapuna on a Soapbox about its arts reputation On 25 May, Auckland Council unveiled ‘Soapbox’ – a new and interactive public artwork – at Killarney Park in Takapuna, overlooking Lake Pupuke. Christne Young went along to see what was happening.

'Soapbox', it transpires, is a glass reinforced concrete artwork, coloured in a red that offers a nod to both the neighbouring PumpHouse and to the volcanic origins of the lake. It stands boldly overlooking the lake - and simply invites interaction as you wlak past. It was designed and built by artists Olivia Collinson, Prue Fea and Vanessa Coxhead in collaboration with architecture and design firm Jasmax.

Once unveiled, ‘Soapbox’ immediately hosted several artistic performances, by Rose Northey (poet), Courtney Sina Meredith (poet, playwright, fiction writer and musician), Julia Croft (performance artist and theatre maker), and Grace Taylor (theatre director, published writer and spoken word poet).

Terence Harpur, chief executive of the Takapuna Beach Business Association was among the crowd celebrating the installation of another significant art work in Takapuna.“Takapuna is increasingly a key Auckland destination for arts enthusiasts, with the local business community committed to seeing it grow further,” he says.

“We really want to build on the strong arts and culture reputation Takapuna has already. We’ve got a first-class hospitality sector to support it and a rich coastal and lakeside environment to help showcase it.”

The new artwork pays homage to Kate Sheppard and other suffragettes, reflecting the “soapboxes” they used to spread their message of women’s rights. Terence says exploring the theme of women’s suffrage, and marking last year’s 125th anniversary, sits well in Takapuna. Hurstmere Green is already home to a Kate Sheppard plaque and planting honouring the 100th anniversary of the suffrage movement achieving voting rights for women in 1893 and in remembrance of North Shore’s pioneer women.

On the arts front, every second November the North Shore is a destination for works by the country’s best sculptors, when Fort Takapuna Historic Reserve has hosted NZ Sculpture OnShore – the country’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition, one of the oldest, and one that originated on the shores of Lake Pupuke. Proceeds from each NZSOS exhibition are donated to Women's Refuge New Zealand.

By Christine Young

Lake House Arts, in Fred Thomas Drive in Takapuna, has similarly been a long-time host of a major wood carving symposium and exhibition, and a number of the works created over the years are on permanent display in the Lake House grounds.

The new artwork pays homage to Kate Sheppard and other suffragettes…

More permanent public art installations in Takapuna include the business association-sponsored owl sculpture in Hurstmere Green, while a controversial giant crayfish mural on the side of the Bruce Mason Centre highlights the plight of ocean pollution.

Terence says more public artwork is in the offing, with Panuku committed to creating a large new town square at the site of the current Anzac Street carpark, while later this year Takapuna’s main street, Hurstmere Road, will be significantly upgraded with a pedestrian-friendly focus. Both projects offer scope for more public artwork to be included.

With a former retail building at 38 Hurstmere Road now demolished to form part of the planned town square, different activations are taking place in that newly accessible public space. They have included performances as part of Youth Week and New Zealand Music Month.

Terence says no town centre or suburb in Auckland draws as many art and theatre lovers as Takapuna does every week of the year. “The Bruce Mason Centre is a hugely popular venue that stages worldclass theatre, music performances, and exhibits art. Then we have the historic PumpHouse Theatre, the Lake House Arts Centre, and of course our arthouse Berkeley Cinema. These are real destinations in their own right which attract all ages, with our 150 hospitality operators 100% committed to further enhancing people’s Takapuna experience.

“The ‘Soapbox’ installation will be a popular and practical addition, helped by the fact that it’s near the PumpHouse Theatre which enjoys a busy performing arts calendar including a huge variety of shows and classes.”

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MY DOGS & ME: SHARON CHRISTIE, JAZZY AND ZOE

Sharon Christie with Jazzy the Toy Poodle and Zoe the Schnoodle

Sharon, Jazzy & Zoe In association with our good friends at DogHQ each month we meet Shore people whose four-legged family members add a great deal of joy to their lives. Our very own dog-lover Aidan Bennett loves the task of putting this monthly feature together.

He and wife Michelle have two dogs of their own. This month he talks with Sharon Christie, one of the dedicated team at DogHQ about her own pooches – Jazzy and Zoe. AIDAN BENNETT: How long have you been at DogHQ and what to you do there?

SHARON CHRISTIE: It will be six years in July. My job is a dog supervisor which means I supervise dogs in my group, monitor play, give cuddles and clean up any mess!

AB: What made you choose a job looking after our four-legged friends?

SC: At high school I decided that I wanted to work with animals but wasn’t sure exactly in what capacity. I worked at Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic in a behind the scenes role as kennel girl and then vet nurse aide but wanted more people interaction. After doing a couple of customer service/admin roles that didn’t involve animals – I realised I needed to be back working with animals and saw the job at DogHQ and applied immediately.

AB: What is the most rewarding part of the job?

SC: Forming a bond with the dogs and seeing their happy faces when they arrive. (The hardest part of the job is when it’s a dog’s last day and we have to say goodbye!).

AB: You have two dogs of your own, tell us about them.

SC: My husband and I each have a dog. Jazzy is mine - she’s a toy poodle who’s 12 ½ years old although most people still think she’s young as she still looks and acts like a puppy! Zoe is my husband’s – she’s a mini schnauzer X toy poodle Schnoodle who’s seven years old.

AB: What made you decide to get those breeds?

SC: We decided on a toy poodle as I had looked after one and loved the look, size and nature/personality of him. We only had Jazzy at first until she was two years old as she came to work with me at Forrest Hill Veterinary Clinic but when I left there to go to an office job we realised we needed a friend for Jazzy – we looked at the SPCA but back then there weren’t many toy/small breed dogs that would be a good companion for Jazzy so we went back to the breeder where we got Jazzy from and she said she was retiring one of her dogs who was Jazzy’s aunty called Sandy who was six years so that worked out well!

Unfortunately Sandy passed away a few years later so when we were ready for another companion for Jazzy we thought we’d get a rescue but we weren’t sure exactly what breed just that we wanted another toy/small breed. We came across Zoe and fell in love instantly.

AB: Do you have any other pets?

SC: We don’t currently have any other pets. But both have had cats and Ben’s parents used to breed German Shepherds when Ben was a child.

AB: What do you love about your dogs?

SC: I love Jazzy’s intelligence – she knows each of her toys by name (she has a lot of toys). I also love that she is independent – she’s quite happy sitting on her cushion chewing on a toy. I love Zoe’s excitement – we call her our wild child because she’s crazy from the time she is awake in the morning to the time she goes to sleep at night.

AB: Do they have any bad habits?

SC: Zoe’s bad habit is stealing socks – if we don’t put the clean washing away – she will stick her head in the basket and pull out a pair and prance around with it. Jazzy’s bad habit – is her ball obsession – as soon as she wakes up in the morning – she’ll give you a ball to throw – she does at least bring it back every time you throw it but it’s not really a game you want to start at 5:30am!!!

AB: What are your favourite things to do with your dogs?

SC: In the summertime – love playing ball games in our inflatable pool (both of them like swimming). We also love going to a group Schnauzer walk once a month (Schnauzer New Zealand) Outside of that just going on walks and cuddles on the couch.

AB: Any words of wisdom for other dog owners or prospective dog owners?

SC: If you’re getting a pure bred – make sure you research the breed so you know what you’re getting yourself in for eg. if they’re talkative, need regular grooming, herding dogs. If you’re getting a rescue – be prepared to work with your dog as you don’t know their background and don’t know what their behaviour will be or what size they’ll grow to. Also treat them any dog like family but make sure they have boundaries/behaviour even if their toy breeds! And lastly habits are quick to make but hard to stop – something that’s cute as a puppy isn’t necessarily a behaviour you want as an adult dog. www.doghq.co.nz

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Gun Island, a beautifully realised novel which effortlessly spans space and time, is the story of a world on the brink, of increasing displacement and unstoppable transition. But it is also a story of hope, of a man whose faith in the world and the future is restored by two remarkable women.

City of Girls

Elizabeth Gilbert $35 From the much-loved author of the internationally acclaimed The Signature of All Things, this novel, set in the New York City theatre world during the 1940s, is told from the perspective of an older woman as she looks back on her youth with both pleasure and regret. Vivian Morris is sent by her despairing parents to Manhattan to live with her Aunt Peg, who owns a flamboyant, crumbling midtown theatre called the Lily Playhouse. There Vivian is introduced to an entire cosmos of unconventional and charismatic characters, from the fun-chasing showgirls to a sexy male actor, a grand-dame actress, a lady-killer writer and a no-nonsense stage manager. But when Vivian makes a personal mistake that results in professional scandal, it turns her new world upside down in ways that will take her years to fully understand. Ultimately, though, it steers her to a new approach to the kind of life she craves – and the kind of freedom it takes to pursue it… also leading to the love of her life. Written with a powerful wisdom about human desire and connection, City of Girls is a beautiful, poignant story exploring the idiosyncrasies of true love.

From the award-winning author of the acclaimed bestseller The Last Painting of Sara de Vos, this luminous and absorbingly inventive novel traces the intertwined fates of a silent-film director and his muse. It winds through the nascent days of cinema in Paris and Fort Lee, New Jersey – America’s first movie town – and on the battlefields of Belgium during World War I. A sweeping work of historical fiction, it shimmers between past and present as it tells the spellbinding story of the rise and fall of a prodigious film studio and one man’s doomed obsession with all that passes in front of the viewfinder. For over 30 years, Claude Ballard has been living at the Hollywood Knickerbocker Hotel. When a film-history student comes to interview him about ‘The Electric Hotel’ – the lost masterpiece that bankrupted him and ended the career of his muse, Sabine Montrose – the past comes surging back. In his run-down hotel suite, the ravages of the past are waiting to be excavated: celluloid fragments and reels in desperate need of restoration, and Claude’s memories of the woman who inspired and beguiled him.

Chanel’s Riviera

Anne de Courcy $38

Far from worrying about the onset of war, in the spring of 1938 the burning question on the French Riviera was whether one should curtsey to the Duchess of Windsor. For those who had recently been attracted to settle there it was a golden, glamorous life, removed from politics or conflict.

Featuring a sparkling cast of artists, writers and historical figures including Winston Churchill, Daisy Fellowes, Salvador Dali, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Eileen Gray and Edith Wharton, with the enigmatic Coco Chanel at its heart, Chanel’s Riviera is a captivating account of a period that saw some of the deepest extremes of luxury and terror in the 20th century. From Chanel’s first summer at her Roquebrune villa La Pausa, amid the glamour of the pre-war parties and casinos, to the horrors of evacuation and the displacement of thousands of families during World War II, acclaimed historian and biographer Anne de Courcy explores the fascinating world of the Cote d’Azur elite in the 1930s and 1940s. Enriched with original research, it is social history that brings the experiences of both rich and poor, protected and persecuted, to vivid life.

Big Sky

Kate Atkinson $38 Iconoclastic detective Jackson Brodie – ex-military, exCambridge constabulary, now private investigator – makes a keenly anticipated return in a novel about secrets, sex and lies. He has relocated to a seaside village, where it’s quiet and picturesque, but there is something darker lurking behind the scenes. Jackson’s current job, gathering proof of an unfaithful husband for his suspicious wife, is fairly standard-issue, but a chance encounter with a desperate man on a crumbling cliff leads him into a sinister network – and back across the path of someone from his past.

Old secrets and new lies intersect in this breathtaking literary crime novel.

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So what's

MILFORD NEWS

NEW

in Milford

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

More Winners In Milford

Our Mother’s Day promotion run through our facebook page, milfordshops, was well-supported and we thank all those who nominated people for the prize. Here are the winners (pictured).

Winner, Adrean, with children and Gavin Thanks to the – nominator, receiving prize package from Beth – Manager Redcurrent. following businesses who donated prizes: Well Hung Butchery, The Source Bulk Foods, Redcurrent, Samsara Medispa, Tango Shoes, Raw Yoga and Meebz Coffee.

Security Important in Milford Town Centre

From time to time, I think it is important to remind our local community that we have security checks carried out every night throughout the whole of the Milford Town Centre, to ensure we have a safe community.

This service has been provided for many years by our great security partners: Matrix Security has a base at Smales Farm, so it was a logical choice to use such a close service provider. But they are more than that. Over the years we have developed a wonderful relationship with them, in managing the security of our town centre businesses and are proud of how few incidents we have in Milford as a result.

The surveillance of our business premises is excellent and assists in providing a secure and safe environment should you choose to come out for a meal at night at one of our great eateries or do your shopping at the supermarket.

While other local centres do not have security, the Milford Business Association sees this as an investment in our whole community…

While other local centres do not have security, the Milford Business Association sees this as an investment in our whole community and know that has proven extremely worthwhile.

WW1 Memorial Street Plaque Trail

I am always amazed in this role what comes my way. These brochures are something our Mother’s Day nominator, Gavin Sheehan, has been keen to get out into the community. We were only painting the seat in Dodson Ave a week ago! So here it is – a brochure showing where to go to see WW1 Memorial Street Plaques in different streets around Milford & Takapuna.

Grab a copy from helloworld Travel, Milford, or go to our website and you will find a pdf you can download under ABOUT US - OUR HISTORY. Grab the kids and follow the WW1 Memorial trail this weekend!

Another TOP brand to open in Milford

The sign says it all!

Magazine Clothing is relocating to MILFORD!

Milford Rotary at Large

During May, our wonderful local Rotary Club delivered 10 drift bikes, 7 scooters and 17 helmets to Wairau Intermediate School. If you’re interested in joining this awesome club, ph Robert, the President, on 027 292 0751.

(I let them off painting the seats for that week!)

Murray See you in Milford

Manager – Milford Business Association manager@milfordshops.co.nz | 021 950 463 www.milfordshops.co.nz facebook milfordshops Instagram milfordnz

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MILFORD: MEET THE EXPERTS

MILFORD

MEET THE EXPERTS Introducing our Milford Experts: Mary Buckley of helloworld Travel, Alex Kayser of Milford Print and Jordan + Brooke of Harcourts.

Mary, where do you recommend people go to boost their wellbeing during winter?

A holiday to somewhere warm is a fantastic way to ‘recharge the batteries’ during our cold winter months. The South Mary Pacific is popular being only a short flight Buckley away to reach sunshine with beautiful swimming pools, sandy beaches and crystal blue seas. Island getaways such as Fiji, Cook Islands, Samoa and Vanuatu cater for family holidays and romantic getaways. Alternatively, you could travel further afield to Asia, such as Thailand, Singapore or Bali to enjoy cultural sightseeing, delicious food and resort relaxing. For those who don’t have a time limit on their travels then escape to Europe to enjoy their summer and tick off some bucket list holiday experiences.

Alex, how can we surround ourselves with happy memories at home?

When my daughter was a toddler, I would make collages of photos and print them out as a poster, and bluetack them Alex Kayser to the sides of the kitchen breakfast bar so that she could see them. She loved it makes quite an impression on a developing mind.

Building family traditions is another strong way of creating happy memories, and a significant part of that is portraying your family history. A hallway or staircase is a great place for smaller framed prints of family members, young and old, creating a stunning design piece in the process. I also print my favourite sayings and images, put them on 20mm wide photo blocks, and stand them on my kitchen bench.

Jordan + Brooke, how should we highlight our indoor spaces during winter when presenting our homes for sale?

There can be some pretty dreary days during winter so it’s good to think about Jordan + Brooke warming and brightening up your home for open home visitors. Work with the colour white - it will be your best friend! Lay lighter coloured rugs over darker flooring to help bounce more light around, as well as sticking with white duvet covers and lighter coloured walls where possible.

Think about layering your lighting with a mixture of downlights, lamps, and pendants - this will create interest and warmth. If you’re considering installing a new heat pump before selling, do it. And if your home has underfloor heating, make sure it’s on for open home visitors, as remember they’ll be walking around your home with their shoes off!

Number 1 Sales Consultants Harcourts Milford 2018/2019 www.jordanandbrooke.co.nz

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WINTER AT MILFORD CENTRE

WRAP UP AS IT COOLS DOWN Shop the Winter collections out now at Milford Shopping Centre.

Top shops, one location.

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WHITCOULLS Daughter’s Tale by Amando Lucas Correa $29.99

REDCURRENT Scarf $29.50

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TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD TRAVEL MILFORD

Hello Winter Warmers With the arrival of cooler weather, it’s time to plan your winter holiday escape. Here are a few suggestions from the helloworld Travel Milford Team:

Beautiful Bali: From beaches and sunsets to rice fields and temples, Bali is simply magical.

Mary Buckley Rich in culture, steeped in spirituality and filled Owner/Director with warm, welcoming people, the ‘Island of the Gods’ will leave you captivated by its beauty and charm.

Hello Hawaii: The six unique islands of Hawaii are all breathtakingly beautiful with white sandy beaches, secluded bays and tropical rainforest. Learn to surf, take part in a traditional Hawaiian luau or relax by the pool with a Mai Tai and soak up the Hawaiian sunshine.

Tropical Port Douglas: Join those in the know and head to one of Tropical North Queensland’s best destinations, Port Douglas.

While only an hour’s drive north of Cairns, this coastal community feels like a world away. The weather is beautifully warm year round, making it the perfect place to escape cooler climates. It’s the ideal base for discovering the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef or venturing deep into the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation.

New Caledonia: Discover New Caledonia – where the French Riviera meets the South Pacific. Boasting the largest lagoon in the world, snorkel or dive the clear waters and explore the diverse marine life including whales, dugongs, turtles and a large array of tropical fish. With its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and mountain rainforests combined with French and Melanesian cultures, New Caledonia offers the perfect island holiday.

Magnificent Mediterranean: The Mediterranean boasts some of the world’s most beautiful coastlines. Take in Santorini’s volcanic vistas, walk the seaside villages of the Cinque Terre on the Italian Riviera, mingle with the rich and famous in Cannes and unwind on the Spanish Coast.

Amalfi Coast, Mediterranean.

Explore grand museums, cathedrals, churches and monasteries. Admire ancient wonders and tempt your tastebuds with fabulous regional food and wine.

Caribbean Cruise: The Caribbean is the most popular cruise destination in the world, offering white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, great shopping and an exciting mix of cultures. For those who dream of white sandy beaches fringed with palms, crystal clear waters, historic waterways and bustling towns, a Caribbean Caribbean Cruise. cruise holiday offers exactly this. From volcanic peaks to magical reefs, experience these diverse islands from the luxury of your cruise ship.

helloworld Travel Milford, corner Kitchener Road & Milford Road www.helloworld.co.nz/milford

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COUNCIL TALK

DEVONPORT NEWS

Devonport Community News for April by Maria Teape, Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust

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

Investing in people friendly spaces

Richard Hills

I am pleased to bring you two images that represent major milestones on two of the significant projects we are working on for the North Shore.

These projects will bring much-needed revitalisation of two of our major centres: Northcote town centre and Takapuna, which is a metropolitan centre. They are two of only 12 centre upgrades across the city after 70 were considered.

These long-term projects have had a significant amount of work put into them already and have received a huge amount of community feedback, engagement and support over the last decade.

Both have taken important steps forward in the last few months.

Northcote, one of the most significant urban regeneration projects in New Zealand, has had a comprehensive plan take shape after many years of work with our community.

I helped drive this work with fellow board members for many years when I was a Kaipātiki Local Board member and we are supporting it through the Planning Committee now at Auckland Council.

The Northcote Town Centre Masterplan has been released; it focuses on creating new public spaces, walkable streets and lanes, eateries, shops, public spaces. All this must happen with community involvement to ensure we retain the unique character of Northcote.

New public spaces will include a sunny town square, the Awataha greenway which will link existing and new green spaces and improve water quality in the area. A large community facility and library space is also planned.

Northcote will become an even more people focused community.

The upgrade will celebrate the rich diversity of our neighbourhoods while increasing the number of people living, working, and enjoying the new spaces.

Kaipātiki Local Board supports the plan, and continues to work collaboratively with Panuku on the detailed design for the community spaces.

Over in Takapuna, a temporary public space is now open and busy.

The building at 38 Hurstmere Road was demolished and will make up part of our new civic space in Takapuna. Before consultation and construction of the new community space takes place, this temporary space will provide interaction, activation and fun as we continue to work with Devonport Takapuna Local Board members and Panuku on the next stages for design and consultation.

I’ve had a lot of feedback that people are enjoying the space and are amazed at the visible change already. Now that winter is on its way the space now includes some gazebos and shelters and will continue to be activated with even more events being planned for summer.

Make sure you check out the 38 Hurstmere and I Love Takapuna facebook pages for more events and promotions in Takapuna.

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

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Maria Teape

Winter Fun returns!

Winter Fun Preschool Play sessions begin in Belmont this month on Tuesday 4th June.

Held at the Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont, sessions run from 9:30am-11:00am and will be held every Tuesday until 29th October, including school holidays. The sessions are free entry, casual attendance and caregiver supervision is required. It’s a great way to get little ones (babies to toddlers) out and about, having fun and socialising in the colder, wetter months.

You are invited to Bayswater School’s Matariki Festival being held on Saturday 15 June, 3pm-7pm at Bayswater School. Celebrate the Māori New Year and our community’s diversity with this festival under the stars. There will be a mini Kapa Haka festival with several local schools, international cuisine, bar, games, live raffles, silent auction, crafts, lights and a bonfire! Nau Mai, Haere Mai! Contact Norah Wilson at Norah@bayswaterschool.nz for more info.

Devonport Community House is holding their kids and teens market on Sunday 16 June from 1pm-3pm. Kids aged up to 15 years can book a stall and become entrepreneurs for the day selling their wares – whether it be something they have made or second-hand items. Stalls cost $5 to book and need to be booked by 9 June – stall numbers are limited so get in quick! To book visit the Devonport Community House website: www.devonportcomhouse.com/events

Kids aged up to 15 years can book a stall and become entrepreneurs for the day selling their wares…

Kaitahi Bayswater BBQ Picnic will be held on Tuesday 18 June, 6:30pm-8:30pm, at Bayswater School Hall. All are welcome. Kaitahi is a free community dining initiative that is all about bringing people together locally to share a meal made from rescued food. Take your own plates, utensils and a picnic blanket. There will be games and other activities too. If you can go early and help prepare food or stick around and help tidy up, the Kaitahi crew would love an extra pair of hands! For more information email: stephen@ancad.org.nz or brianna@villagegrocer.co.nz Calling all mid winter swimmers! The Devonport Mid Winter Swim, is taking place on Sunday 23 June. Register at Windsor Reserve from 11:30am with the swim (dip in the sea) taking place at 12:00pm at Devonport beach, Windsor Reserve.

Come along in your best swimming costume and join us in celebrating mid-winter at this iconic Devonport event. The dip in the sea will be followed by a free cup of hot soup for all swimmers and prize giving, plus there will be sausage sizzle for sale. For more info contact Amanda 0211847271.

For more community news about what’s happening in Devonport each month, sign up to our monthly community e-newsletter at www.devonportpeninsulatrust.nz.

Kia ora, Maria

THE OLD POST OFFICE, DEVONPORT

You’ll find all these businesses in The Old Devonport Post Office: MAKOTO SUSHI & DONBURI

Best Japanese food in Devonport All the favourites, including – Teriyaki Chicken Donburi; Spicy Chicken Donburi; Chicken Katsu Donburi; Kraage Chicken Donburi; Makoto Miso Ramen; Prawn Yaki Soba; Teriyaki Bulgogi Beef Donburi; Sashimi Donburi; Egg Chicken Katsu Donburi; Prawn & Pork Gyoja Open until 8pm – Phone 446 6645

CLEAN GREEN COMPUTER

Devonport welcomes ‘So French’ For those on the Shore who love all things French we’ve got great news. The Old Devonport Post Office has taken on a French flavour with the introduction of their ‘So French’ enclave during May. The Old Post Office Building was purchased

by Eddie De Heer in 2007 and underwent a complete restoration after being home to Bryan Jackson’s memorabilia for many years. It is now home to no less than eight local businesses – Honey Beauty; Makoto Japanese; Clean Green Computers; Devonport Law; Main Street Barbers – and now So French Home; So French Café. In August So French Bistro will also open serving authentic French food – for lunches and dinners.

So French Home is the new homewares store at The Old Devonport Post Office that stocks a wide range of authentic French home and personal products. Mairangi Bay locals will remember the Petite Provence store in Green Gables. The products that were available at that store are now at So French in Devonport.

“At So French Home we have lots of French home products as well as perfumes and fragrances, room fragrances, Lavender, French milled soaps, essential oils as well as items such as hats and bags,” says Eddie De Heer.

“Our amazing French Urns are a real specialty.

They have been authentically made in a small

village in Provence (France) since the 1400s.

They are featured in Versailles and many other palace’s and castle’s in France. We have a good range at So French Home.”

So French Home also has a great range of exquisite Italian Glass Home Diffusers that are made in Milan. They provide a refill service for them as well.

“We are excited about our So French Café and So French Bistro. The Café opened in midMay and has been very well received. The café, which is open seven days, offers coffees, crêpes, sandwiches and pastries.

“The French Bistro is opening on August 1st in the lovely space beside the café and we feel sure that local and visitors will love the authentic French dishes. The So French Bistro will offer something new for Devonport folk. The So French Café and Bistro in Devonport are extensions of So French Café that has proven to be very popular in Hurstmere Road, Takapuna.”

Eddie De Heer says he has one additional 21 square metre space available for rent in The Old Devonport Post Office that may suit a business that compliments the French theme provided by these new businesses.

Computer and Laptop Sales, Repair and Upgrades for both Apple Mac and Windows.

Refurbished x-lease high end Windows and Apple systems; Offering a full range of computer repairs and preventative maintenance including the following services – data recovery, system repair and upgrades, virus removal, refurbished apple and windows computers data integration, home wi-fi and streaming solutions and computer speedups. Fast and affordable on-site or off-site computer repair for all your computer needs.

Phone 021 622815 or 0800 622 815 or visit www.cgc.co.nz

MAIN STREET BARBERS Cutting bar for men, women and children.

Loyalty cards with 5th haircut free.

All Uppercut products now $20 (Normally $25) Visit us on Facebook: mainstreetbarbersdevonport Open 7.30 to 4pm.

Phone Jude on 4450523

DEVONPORT LAW

We are a boutique legal practice offering a full range of services to our clients. Whether buying or selling a property, making a will, resolving commercial or family issues or setting up trusts, we will work with you to support you through this process.

Contact us on (09) 445-3105 or email enquiries@devlaw.nz

HONEY BEAUTY SALON

Honey beauty salon pampering your beauty destination women beauty Nail Hair Beauty since 2010 we offer high quality services. Our staff creates a pleasant and comfortable environment for every single individual.

We provide most aspects of beauty. We transfer women into glamorous beauty.

Visit www.honeybeautysalon.co.nz for all the services we provide or call us for appointments on 09 445 9678.

So come and experience and taste a little bit of France. So French at The Old Devonport Post Office, 10 Victoria Road, Open 7 Days.

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WINTER IN DEVONPORT

Dishing up winter in Devo!

Toni van Tonder

Winter! It’s here. And if you’re thinking about getting ‘Ol’ Fluffy’ your beloved dressing gown out and preparing for hibernation, then think again. This July, Devonport is taking part in the Elemental AKL winter programme and is playing host to three mid-winter events that will launch you from your sofa and into the night to experience quality food and entertainment.

It all starts with Devonport’s Matariki Dish…

Devonport’s Matariki dish

Celebrate Matariki in Devonport by bringing family and friends around the table. Devonport’s cafes and restaurants are offering for one week of Matariki a special dish using locally sourced ingredients, edible natives, and the iconic flavours of Aotearoa.

1 - 7 JULY 2019 SEE LIST OF PARTICIPATING VENUES ON:

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1-7 July

Matariki is a time for gathering – a time to take stock of the year that has gone by, and plant the seeds you need to live well and wish to see flourish in the months ahead. There’s no better way to celebrate the Māori new year than with friends and whānau around the table, sharing korero and kai.

Throughout the first week of July, nine of Devonport’s eateries will be plating up stunning Matariki dishes that incorporate native flavours and locally-sourced ingredients.

Think snapper served with kumara gnocchi, korengo and watercress (Lily Eatery). Then there’s crispy whitebait served with Māori potato, watercress and sea kelp with a lemon dressing (Waterfront Bar & Grill).

Or you can’t ignore the beautiful boil up of pork, kumara, potato, pumpkin, onion and puha (Esplanade Hotel). Even our local pub The Patriot is going all in, serving up Akaroa salmon fillet on a sizzling hotbed of New Zealand river stones with roasted kamokamo, cauliflower puree and sautéed New Zealand scallops.

Find the full list on www.devonport.co.nz.

If your mouth is already watering, then let me share our second dining event with you, The Travelling Fare…

The Travelling Fare

Devonport’s playful take on the progressive dinner. Hop from restaurant to restaurant & enjoy The Travelling Fare. Four courses. Four wine pairings.

Only 36 tickets every Tuesday in July. Starting at Devon on the Wharf, then on to Vondel, followed by Vic Road Kitchen and Hemingways, each dish incorporates NZ native flavours and locally sourced ingredients. This is Devonport’s premium dining experience for the true food devotee.

EVERY TUESDAY IN JULY / 6PM & 7.30PM TICKETS $110 PER HEAD LIMITED TO 36 PER ROUND / FIND OUT MORE:

WWW.DEVONPORT.CO.NZ Elemental AKL presented by

6pm & 7.30pm every Tuesday of July

Why dine at one restaurant when you can dine at four? Travel down Devonport's dining corridor in this uniquely crafted and joyful culinary experience. Four restaurants will be plating up a sublime dish inspired by the elements, earth, air, fire and water – and you get to try them all. Using native flavours and locally sourced ingredients, each dish will be matched with a perfectly selected New Zealand tasting wine; this is an event for the true food devotee.

For ticket holders, your night will begin at Devon on the Wharf, before you head up Victoria Road to Vondel, then on to Vic Road Kitchen, before finishing up with something sweet at Hemingways.

With only 36 seats and two rounds starting at 6pm and 7.30pm every Tuesday of July, this playful take on the progressive dinner is not to be missed.

ON THE MENU… Devon on the Wharf: Braised short rib, spiced carrot puree, sago sprout, truffle dust and crispy beetroot chips matched with RUA Pinot Noir, Central Otago.

Vondel: Wild mushroom & kawakawa faux gras with orange wine jello & cashew ricotta matched with 2018 Mammoth Spectacular Rustgill skin contact pinot gris made by Michael Glover of Mammoth wines in Nelson.

Vic Road Kitchen: Seared wild goat loin, braised goat shoulder croquettes, butternut squash, hangi smoked potatoes, horopito jus & watercress and matched with Black Estate ‘Home Block’ Pinot Noir, 2016.

Hemingways: Citrus poached pears with double Lewis Road Cream, paired with Villa Maria Cellar Selection Late Harvest wine.

Get your tickets at www.devonport.co.nz.

If it’s fashion over food for you, then our last exciting event taking place for the first time this July is Fashion on the Wharf.

Fashion on the Wharf Thursday 25 July

Showcasing Devonport’s fashion retailers and the unwearable art creations of Beatrice Carlson. Experience the Ferry Terminal activated like never before in this one magical night emceed by Pippa Wetzell. Supporting Dress for Success, providing professional attire to help women succeed in the workplace.

25 JULY 2019 / 7 - 9PM / $35-$50 PER TICKET DRINK AND CANAPÉS UPON ARRIVAL DEVONPORT FERRY TERMINAL / FIND OUT MORE:

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Experience the Devonport Ferry Terminal activated like never before in this one fantastic night of fashion.

Devonport's designers and fashion retailers will be showcasing their stunning looks alongside the wonderful unwearable art creations of Beatrice Carlson. Emceed by Pippa Wetzell, this event is in support of Dress for Success, empowering women to return to quality and meaningful work.

Guests will be treated to canapes and a first drink upon arrival and with only 200 tickets and 40 seated VIP tickets available, this will be an absolute sell out.

Participating fashion retailers include: Echo Designer Boutique, Annah Stretton, Sills + Co, Wallis, Bear Brothers Denim, Blue Illusion, Yarntons for Men & Women, Devonport Hospice and Village Shoes.

Donations of quality second hand women's work clothing will be gratefully received by Kim Pausina at Premium Real Estate on Clarence street to go to Dress for Success. This event is supported by Kim Pausina and Miles Wallace of Premium Real Estate and Devon on the Wharf.

Grab your tickets today at www.devonport.co.nz

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Devonport’s playful take on the progressive dinner. Hop from restaurant to restaurant & enjoy The Travelling Fare. Four courses. Four wine pairings.

Only 36 tickets every Tuesday in July. Starting at Devon on the Wharf, then on to Vondel, followed by Vic Road Kitchen and Hemingways, each dish incorporates NZ native flavours and locally sourced ingredients. This is Devonport’s premium dining experience for the true food devotee.

EVERY TUESDAY IN JULY / 6PM & 7.30PM TICKETS $110 PER HEAD LIMITED TO 36 PER ROUND / FIND OUT MORE:

WWW.DEVONPORT.CO.NZ Elemental AKL presented by

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GOLF AT WAITEMATA GOLF CLUB

Cole Manson

Cole Manson, you can't miss him on the golf course!

– Big hair and big smile!

Aidan Bennett chats with Waitemata Golf Club's trainee Cole Manson Regulars and visitors at the Waitemata Golf Club can’t miss young golfer Cole Manson. He’s the one with the big hair – or if the hair’s under a cap or trimmed back you can’t miss the big smile. And young Cole’s always keen for a chat.

18 year old Cole, who was brought up in Devonport and went to Takapuna Grammar, is now training in the NZPGA golf trainee scheme. He has been a fixture at the club since age 11, when he first took up the game. He loves the place and the place loves him. He’s not bad at the game either – being a scratch golfer.

While I had met Cole Manson previously at the club, I had never had the pleasure of a good chat with him. In 30 minutes with him I discovered he’s an impressive and very organised young fellow.

He’s also buzzing about the role he’s got in the Waitemata ProShop and being part of the NZPGA Trainee Programme that will set him up for a career in the game he loves – as a professional, a coach, or indeed maybe ending up as the manager of the Waitemata Golf Club one day. The three year course – a combination of online papers and block courses – covers all the golf stuff but also has academic content – marketing, business, management and communication papers.

“This club is a great community, is very social and everyone gets on well,” explained Cole, when I quizzed him about his love of the place. “I have loved it from the start. Back when my mates Harrison (Hinds) and Nicholas (Svensen) and I played virtually every day for three years at Waitemata and got hooked on the game. My mum plays off a 14 handicap and my nana plays as well, so we are a golfing family.”

Cole Manson decided on golf as he is accident-prone. He’s broken no less than 17 bones playing sports such as rugby, cricket and basketball as a youngster. Golf is better for his health!

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“I have been lucky in that I have had pros like Ben Guilford, Grant Stockman and now Brad Shilton to look up to and encourage me along the way. They are all great blokes whom I have learnt a great deal from. We also have a great green keeping team at Waitemata that I have huge respect for in Denis Coleman, Campbell Johnstone and Cameron Higgins. They always have the course in top shape.”

Part of Cole’s role at the club is coaching tomorrow’s golfers, the youngsters who are just taking up the game.

“We have two great sessions every Friday for the youngsters, aged from five to 15 years old. They can enjoy themselves learning the game while their parents enjoy themselves socialising upstairs.

We have two groups over the two hours. The first group of around 30 real beginners (called SNAG – Starting New At Golf) use plastic clubs and tennis balls to get their motor skills working. The session includes games, running, skipping and rotations. The second group are a bit older and hit golf balls – putting, hitting in the range and playing holes to advance their skills. It’s a lot of fun and I get a thrill out of seeing lots of new people interested in our great game.”

Cole says his favourite golfer is Tommy Fleetwood. Not surprisingly he’s the English golfer with all the hair. I had to google him to have a look and he has an impressive mullet!

Make sure you say hello to Cole Manson when you are next at the Waitemata Golf Club. He’s the one with the big hair or smile. The hair comes off quite regularly as he has done Shave-for-A-Cure five times. Either way, you can’t miss him!

Waitemata Golf Club, 15 Derby Street, Devonport.

Phone 09 445 8716 email: admin@waitematagolf.co.nz Visit: www.waitematagolf.co.nz

STUDENT COLLABORATION ENHANCES PATIENT CARE

AUT Integrated Health (AIH) provides primary healthcare at NorthMed. In addition to delivering specialised services and programmes for the community, it is also a learning environment for Bachelor of Health Science students at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).

AIH clinical manager, Dr Brenda Flood, says AUT has a strong focus on interprofessional education and collaborative care, where members of different professions learn together and work together to care for patients.

“Traditionally, health professionals are educated in silos and go on to practice in the same way. If we want to change the healthcare system, we have to change the way that we teach,” says Dr Flood.

The students develop individualised care plans with their clients, under the supervision of clinical experts.

Evidence shows that collaborative care, in which the patient’s whole health and wellbeing is considered, leads to the best health outcomes.

“Once people begin to work together in a collaborative manner, patient care will improve.”

“The majority of our clients felt that they were treated as individuals – that they were listened to and their concerns were addressed. They all went away having learnt from one another and our students,” says Dr Flood.

Quite simply, it’s about connecting otherwise separate parts of the healthcare system to create better outcomes, improve customer service, reduce medical errors and lower costs.

Other interprofessional programmes and group-based activities include ‘Living with Parkinson’s Disease’, cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation, neurofit, adaptive yoga, tai chi and hydrotherapy.

AIH offers a range of cost-effective, high-quality interprofessional programmes, including ‘Living with Type 2 Diabetes’.

AIH is also about to launch a high-risk foot clinic in collaboration with Waitemata District Health Board, where students shadow and support podiatrists.

The six-week course combines group-learning and interprofessional care. Clients with diabetes come together to share their experiences and work with a team of undergraduate and postgraduate students from different health disciplines, including nutrition, psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, nursing and oral health.

AIH is open to everyone in the community, with or without a GP referral. www.aih.aut.ac.nz

Pro Vice-Chancellor’s Perspective Auckland University of Technology (AUT) North Campus specialises in health, sport, and teacher education. It has strong ties with AUT Millennium in Mairangi Bay, where staff and students conduct research and contribute to activities around human performance, sport, recreation and wellbeing.

Workplace practice is integrated in our academic programmes.

This predominantly involves student placements in hospitals, clinics and schools. While not our primary business, the University also provides healthcare services, such as AUT Integrated Health (AIH), to the community. In some cases, this is essential to ensure that students obtain sufficient practicum experience, given that we are the only education provider for certain health professions, like podiatry and oral health, in the North Island or New Zealand.

Without running these clinical services ourselves, we could not meet the national demand for health graduates.

The healthcare system has some major staffing challenges.

There are issues around the distribution of health professionals, with many rural areas struggling to attract and retain essential staff. There is also a mismatch between the diversity of our communities and the diversity of the practitioners that serve them.

This is particularly evident in the case of ethnicity, with the underrepresentation of Māori and Pacific people. Having a workforce that better reflects the population is important in increasing engagement and reducing health inequities.

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Pro Vice-Chancellor AUT North Campus

This year, AUT significantly increased student numbers across several health science programmes. We did this to meet the pressing needs of the health workforce, both current and projected. We are working with schools, DHBs and other health organisations to accommodate this expansion, and increase Māori and Pacific recruitment.

AUT also developed a proposal with the University of Otago, University of Auckland and health practitioner organisations to work together to establish a national interprofessional school of rural health. Among other things, this involves the development of rural training hubs to engage and support students across a variety of health disciplines.

It’s important to not only do more of the same, but do more things differently. The population is growing larger, older and more diverse.

Needs are changing. Health professionals and health services must become more flexible and adaptive.

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ARTS NEWS: LAKE HOUSE ARTS

Try Something New At Lake House Lake House Arts is delighted to offer a short course in watercolour painting. This is an adult class and is the ideal way to have a go at using this versatile medium. Total beginners are welcome. Tutor Susannah MacDonald is a widely exhibited artist and creative teacher, with many years' experience in bringing out people's artistic side. This four-week course allows students to explore the subtleties and processes of watercolour and become confident with a fascinating art form.

For the first time, Lake House is also offering trial classes for kids. If you are wondering which art class would be best suited to your child in term 3, then why not 'Trial A Class'? There are four classes to choose from; Clay Modelling, Craft, Painting, or Drawing or you can have a go at all four with the four-class special offer. The 'Trial A Class' classes run from 25 June to 4 July at 4pm - 5.30pm. For more details or to book a class visit www.lakehousearts.org.nz Both kids' and Adult Term 3 classes will be available to book through the Lake House Arts website from the middle of June.

Lake House Café Why not set up your next breakfast meeting at Lake House Café?

Lake House is ideally located just over the motorway bridge with on-site parking for visitors. Avoid rush hour traffic and start your working day in a peaceful setting with great food and coffee. As well as the café, Lake House has a number of private spaces available for hire for meetings or workshops. The Lake House Café can provide any kind of delicious food and personalised catering for your booking.

More info at www.lakehousearts.org.nz Lake House Café is open: Tue - Fri: 8am - 4pm; Sat - Mon: 8:30am - 3pm Enquiries and bookings on 09 486 4877

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Master carver Natanahira Pona runs a creative showcase 'Toi Roto Whakairo' (Art of the Lake Carving) at Lake House Arts during Matariki.

Celebrate Matariki at Lake House Arts During Matariki 2019 Lake House Arts has a number of wonderful events to celebrate the season, including welcoming back live wood sculpture. Master carver Natanahira Pona will run a creative showcase 'Toi Roto Whakairo' (Art of the Lake Carving) from the end of June to 20 July. Whakairo is the Māori art of carving in wood, stone or bone. Wood was traditionally formed into houses, fence poles, containers, taiaha, waka and tool handles.

Lake House Arts has long been a supporter of wood carving, running a number of symposiums since opening as an arts centre.

Natanahira Pona has taken part in wood carving showcases at Lake House Arts since the first one in 2001. Natanahira describes himself as “in the service of his culture form the day he was born”. He has extensive knowledge in the use of tools and materials, as well as techniques. He has a focus on extending his knowledge through teaching and has taught within the private sector and in schools.

Guest artists Lawrence Makoare, Bill Rata Smith and Andy Turner will join Natanahira to create interactive carvings themed around the environment of a lake. The artists will be working on-site and we welcome the public to watch them carve. There will even be opportunities for the public to try carving a small panel under the

supervision of Natanahira, who will also teach a carving workshop from July. All works created by the artists will become features around the grounds at Lake House for friends and whānau to enjoy during Matariki and beyond.

While the grounds at Lake House Arts become the hub for wood carving, the main gallery will host a very special exhibition. Mixed media painter and artist Mere Clifford is the guest curator for 'Pou Toko Manawa' (Heart of the House). More than 50 invited artists and members of the Lake House community have created unique pou panels which honour their family and history. This exhibition is inspired by poupou, the wall panels located underneath the veranda of a Māori wharenui (meeting house). Poupou are generally built to represent the spiritual connection between the tribe and its ancestors and thus each panel is carved with emblems of the tōhunga whakairo (carver's) particular lineage.

From 8-19 July, Lake House also runs school holiday programmes in which kids can learn more about and celebrate Matariki in fun, hands-on art classes.

Toi Roto Whakairo - Art of the Lake Carving, 30 June - 20 July Pou Toko Manawa - Heart of the House, 23 June - 6 July Matariki School Holiday Programme 8 - 19 July More information at www.lakehousearts.org.nz

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Some of the works by Eirlys Shand donated to Lake House Art Centre.

Eirlys and Neil Shand.

Auckland history showcased through art From mid-May to early June, Aucklanders had a rare opportunity to see and own a piece of the region’s history from the unique perspective of painter Eirlys Shand. Eirlys, now in her 80s, donated 30 works from her private collection to Lake House Arts Centre in Takapuna for an exhibition and auction fundraiser to support kids' art education programmes at Lake House Arts.

Leaving school at 15 years old, Eirlys did not find the opportunity to fully express herself artistically until later in life. She painted stylised floral representations and scenes of the people and life in Auckland while her supportive husband Neil crafted and built the frames for her work.

While on the Board of Governors at Lynfield College, Eirlys assisted with the implementation of a Learning Support programme.

That system was later adopted in schools around the country. Over the years the programme has supported thousands of New Zealand children to learn to read.

Eirlys was also New Zealand distribution agent in charge of mailouts for the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament. It was largely from CND (NZ) and the Peace Media that Greenpeace New Zealand was formed.

Through the ’70s and ’80s she sold work through influential art dealer Denis Cohn, who also represented artists such as Malcolm Harrison, Christine Hellyar, Tony Fomison, Philip Clairmont and Allen Maddox.

Eirlys Shand’s paintings, exhibited under the title ‘Eirlys Shand - Legacy and Community - Exhibition and Fundraiser’, were auctioned over Queen’s Birthday weekend. The works show a snapshot of everyday New Zealand and the political climate and social issues of the time.

Exhibited works include artworks from 1974 to 1990 and include floral works, social comments and representations of street and suburban life in Auckland from the period. The collection was shown and auctioned as is, and was most likely the last exhibition of Eirlys’ collected works to be presented. The exhibition was supported by Moving Made Easy (www.movingmadeeasy.co.nz).

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ARTS NEWS: NORTHART

'Xmarks' works.

'X-marks' installation.

Onepoto 2, Cath Williams, 2018.

'X-marks', Jo Torr's works, photographed by Anne Shirley.

Changing Hues, Cath Williams, 2018.

Art to warm the heart this winter

‘M-Marks. Signals’ backgrounds Dinah Hall, one Wrapping up warm and taking a stroll of the first missionary wives to arrive in the Bay of around Northcote Shopping Centre in the Islands in 1814, the friendship between Ruatara early evening is well worth the effort: At the of Rangihoua and the missionaries and the flying northern end of town you will come across of flags and ensigns - Maori and British - in the Northart’s window displays and a stunning area. Artist Maureen Lander then relates the 1805– exhibition of sculptural works and drawings 1820 timeline recorded in her two stitched flags. by the late Logan Brewer [1945 – 2015]. They ‘Hannah King and Ewhora. X-Marked garments’ will be in place until 19 June when they will outlines the story of Mrs King, the youngest of the be replaced by paintings and other works by first three missionary wives, and that of ten yeargallery artists. old Ewhora, daughter of Ruatara, and his principal Visit during the day and you can take in ‘roinn’, Blake 3 by Gillian Lander. wife whom she taught to sew garments. Artist Jo a series of works by eight mid-career women Torr notes that “recorded incident where Ewhora was given a 'piece artists, seven of them Auckland-based, the other from Nelson. The show is a rather eclectic mix of works, loosely falling into the theme of print' and taught by accomplished needlewoman Hannah King to construct two gowns, is the exchange that most resonated for ‘roinn’ (Scottish Gaelic for share). me and to which I have responded” in her making of two red gowns In the other gallery space, and opening on Monday 10 June, from linen and dressed flax (muka). is ‘X-marks. Conversations in Cloth’. On loan from Te Kōngahu ‘X-marks. Conversations in Cloth’ will be in the gallery until 3 Museum of Waitangi, the exhibition explores the relationships July and is supported by a grant from the Kaipatiki Local Board. For established between the early missionary and settler wives and Maori women living in the Bay of Islands in the early 1800s, through information on workshops associated with the exhibition please see the medium of textiles. Vivien Caughley, Makareta Jahnke, Maureen www.northart.co.nz Exhibitions by Cath Williams and Gillian Lander will follow ‘roinn’ Lander, Toi Te Rito Maihi and Dude Beatson, Michelle Mayn and Jo in galleries 4 and 5 and open on Monday 17 June. Both are locallyTorr are among participating artists, as indeed is Northcote artist based artists whose works are landscape-based.

Helen Schamroth.

The exhibition is divided into eight sections, each bringing to life the long silent voices of women – Maori and Pakeha – from this Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote Shopping Centre pivotal time in the history of Aotearoa|New Zealand. A well-written 09 480 9633 022 102 2422 gallery@northart.co.nz and informative short catalogue essay by textile scholar and writer Northart is supported by Auckland Council, Vivien Caughley, together with an artist statement on the work Kaipatiki Local Board, the Birkenhead Licensing Trust inspired by the specific subject, accompanies each section. Thus and Lion Foundation.

Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 gallery@northart.co.nz www.northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Kaipatiki Local Board, the Lion Foundation and Birkenhead Licensing Trust and is open 10am – 4pm daily, evening viewings by arrangement.

Admission is free.

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CHANNEL YOUTH FEATURE

Zephan with his 100,000 YouTube subscribers plaque. He now has over 239,000 subscribers.

Zephan with mum Tracey and dad Paul on Takapuna Beach.

Zephan Clark

Social media star making the Shore home Social media has rapidly become the way for people to broadcast their personal news and share their lives. And while most of us use social media simply to connect with our families and loved ones, others have very effectively managed to carve careers out it. One such person is Zephan Clark.

One of New Zealand's hottest young social media stars, 17 year-old Zephan has a huge fan base - predominantly across the USA and UK - and he has chosen to make the Shore home. The British-born boy calls himself a social media influencer. His career centres around sharing content on his daily life with his followers and supporters through YouTube, Instagram, and Tik Tok among many other sites. Currently over 594,000 followers on Instagram, and 239,000 subscribers on YouTube follow the social media 'feeds' he works on every day. "I'm constantly thinking of new content to share," he says. And with an audience of this size, there are many eyes across the world waiting to see what he does next.

Taking notes from what other YouTubers and social media influencers are doing, Zephan stays 'on trend' and keeps his creative content flowing everyday. Making videos, taking photos for Instagram, talking with his fans every day, and designing merchandise are just a few of the ways he works to maintain and grow his online presence. Although he loves what he does, he says it can be a bit of a repetitive job at times, as editing takes around four hours per YouTube video. And there is an ample amount of planning and interacting with fans, which Zephan does every day, to ensure he keeps his supporters involved and doesn’t leave them waiting too long in between posts.

Growing up in England, Zephan and his family began their New Zealand journey in the Bay of Plenty initially, and earlier this year decided to make the Shore their home. The family felt Auckland would be the best place for Zephan to further his career here in New Zealand and he has linked up with an agent in Auckland to help develop his Kiwi fan base.

Zephan loves the combination of beach vibe and close proximity to the city that the Shore offers. Family time is important to him and he's enjoying sharing this new lifestyle with his mum, dad and sister.

His new home in Belmont allows plenty of space for him to get creative, with his own editing room to concentrate on content and put new ideas into practice.

When he's away from the screen, he enjoys getting out and about on the Shore. One of his favourite things to do is having family picnics on Devonport Beach. "It's one of the best ways to relax and destress," he says. He hopes to make more videos that show the beauty of New Zealand and now, particularly, the Shore. With the majority of his followers and watchers living in America, he can now share his love of the Shore with the world and 'put us on the map'!

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Making the jump from focusing on schooling to focusing on his social media life was risky, but worth it.

"My dad used to be a teacher, so convincing him to let me do this wasn't very easy," he smiles. Zephan does online schooling here in New Zealand, which works better for him with the amount of work he has to put into his social media daily.

Zephan says his dad Paul, a writer, has helped him hugely.

For example, he's been assisting with the merchandise that Zephan has designed and released for fans to buy. Next he aims to create his own clothing line, which will be available on his website and will feature designs he has drawn himself.

He says that if he wasn’t a social media influencer he would love to pursue a career in art or business, which he is now able to incorporate into what he does for his audience. With social media becoming such a big part of many industries, one day he hopes to bring his can-do attitude and knowledge of efficiently running social media to a bigger career in the business world.

Taking the approach of being very open with his supporters, allows fans to feel involved in his personal life, Zephan feels, but sometimes that creates challenges. He admits he can find the pressures of his work hard to deal with and sometimes finds it difficult to put a smile on his face for his followers every day, especially when he's dealing with personal issues in the background. He also sees a lot of people who make hateful comments about what he does, he says: "But I've been able to grow a bit of a hard skin! I can now just ignore the people who don’t have anything nice to say."

The Boys of Summer tour is hitting America during this coming summer in the northern hemisphere, and Zephan is excited to be joining some of his friends to tour around The States and getting face to face with his fans. He will be able to do 'meet and greets' - spending time and taking photos with his supporters, as well as being involved in some music opportunities for fun. He loves that his supporters are such a big part of his life, and he has made many of his closest friends through what he shares online.

Zephan aims to continue to grow his audience and gain more supporters, as well as continuing to plan and create new content everyday and make something big for himself out of his involvement in social media. He is 'beyond excited' to release his clothing line to his fans, continue touring, and make connections with the people that support him.

- By Jessy Thurston You can find Zephan Clark on YouTube or Instagram.

His website is www.shopbyzmc.com

Calling all Artists!

MAIRANGI ARTS CENTRE IS CALLING FOR ENTRIES FROM ARTISTS WORKING IN ALL MEDIA FOR THE PRESTIGIOUS HIBISCUS AND BAYS ART AWARDS. This annual awards exhibition, sponsored by Auckland Council’s Hibiscus and Bays Local Board, celebrates and fosters artistic and creative practices in New Zealand. Exhibitors will be selected by a panel of respected arts professionals and will have their work on display in what will be the sixth Hibiscus and Bays Art Awards exhibition from 21 September until 16 October 2019.

There are some exciting prizes for awards winners.

Three outstanding artists will receive a $1000 cash prize in addition to a group exhibition in 2020 with fellow Outstanding Awards winners in Mairangi Arts Centre’s beautiful galleries. Other prizes include merit awards sponsored by local businesses and a People’s Choice Award (decided by votes from the general public visiting the display) of a free art class at the centre.

Entries are open to artists throughout New Zealand and there is plenty of time to work on a submission as the deadline for entry is Friday 9 August.

For full detail and to submit work visit the centre’s website www.mairangiarts.co.nz

Sam Dollimore, Is that an Invitation?, 2018

Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Rd, Mairangi Bay, Auckland Hours: Mon-Fri 9.30am-4pm, Sat/Sun 10am-2pm Telephone: 09 478-2237. www.mairangiarts.co.nz

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I LOVE MY SPORT: MIKE KINNEY, MARTIAL ARTS

Murrays Bay's Martial Arts Man Mike Kinney of Murrays Bay has a passion for martial arts.

Mike is chief instructor at Chans Martial Arts, teaching Shao Chi Chuan Kung Fu under Grandmaster Chan. They train at St John's School Hall in Mairangi Bay. Mike and wife Tina have two children, now in their 20s, and both went down the competitive swimming path. Like many sports, Mike believes the disciplines learned in martial arts provide valuable life lessons for the future.

stress reduction, injury recuperation, improved concentration, better health, confidence and….. fun! Our protocols are old school, respect, honour and loyalty. Each of our students have their own objectives in training. But interestingly as time ticks by, they usually find other benefits they did not expect. Our students are a friendly and welcoming bunch. One of the benefits I value is the great relationships forged along the way. I am lucky to have life-long friendships. I can’t get that from a money machine!

Nikki Davidson: What drew you to martial arts initially?

Mike Kinney: I've been involved for forty something years. I did the rugby and athletics bit at school in Christchurch, but I was looking for something different. The Bruce Lee phenomenon was rampant back then and like many, I had also experienced a few times in life when self-defence skills would have been handy.

ND: Can you describe the feeling you got when you mastered a new skill or attained a new level?

MK: As an instructor, I get the biggest buzz when a student makes a major breakthrough with a new skill. You can see the glint in their eye…..the lights go on. Elation! Nothing compares. I would use the word mastered very reservedly. We are always learning. I recall not being able to break through on a particular skill for two years. But that makes it more valuable to me.

ND: Do you have a role model?

MK: I am so lucky. My role models are my instructors: Grandmaster Chan, Tai Shi Professor Yek and Shi Ye Michael Yek. They are patient, humble and highly skilled people.

ND: How do you train?

MK: At my age, quite carefully! Seriously, it’s actually a very important question, and one we spend a lot of time and care communicating. All our self-defence techniques deploy biomechanically sound principles and are reinforced using positive psychological teaching methods. The result is the elimination of excessive physical and mental stress. And nothing motivates like your own progress.

ND: What are the benefits for someone looking to introduce Kung Fu training into their life?

MK: Martial skill, self-defence, flexibility, fitness, co-ordination,

ND: What other discipline do you excel at or would like to try?

MK: Sing Ong Tai Chi. I have been studying this for 20 something years and love it. I can still improve as I get older.

Its focus is very skill based and helps my Kung Fu considerably. It is very good for physical and mental health.

ND: Who would your ideal student be?

MK: One with good ears, an open mind, a commitment to train and a positive attitude.

People of all ages can train and improve.

We have students right across the age spectrum. The biggest barrier to learning is the top two inches.

ND: In five years time I hope to…

MK: Have good health and to have made continued good progress in my own training. I also want to continue teaching….I am so lucky to have a loyal bunch of students who push me to greater understandings.

For more information email Mike at chans.northshore@gmail.com Phone: 09 478 6416

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY NEWS

Sociology

– re-imagining hope for these times From cyberspaces to sacred spaces, shopping malls to sexual identities – sociology examines the complexities of culture and society. There’s never a shortage of material. But how useful is sociology in an age where humans are facing massive crises?

Let’s face it – the planet is dying, right-wingers and racists are on the rise, robots are taking all the jobs. Have there ever been so many overwhelming global threats?

People tend to default to science and technology for solutions.

Yet social scientists also develop deep insights for solving complex problems. Massey sociologists are taking things a step further.

They’ve come to appreciate the importance that hope plays in critical analysis – whether of everyday life, a social issue, or a bleak, global scenario.

Their new suite of teaching resources attuned to the challenges of this century will help to enable this generation to re-fashion hope for these times – hope that people can make changes and envisage a better future. In this vein, sociologists have created a set of ground-breaking undergraduate papers – with titles such as ‘The Stuff of Everyday Life’, ‘Imagining Other Worlds’, ‘Gender: Bodies that Matter’, ‘The Politics of Truth’, and ‘The Anthropocene: Towards a Politics of Hope’. Lead sociologist Dr Warwick Tie – who has spearheaded the new programme – says the decision to embed hope into sociology is driven by a sense that we live in highly disruptive, challenging times.

Student input: The desire for a fresh approach also stemmed from conversations with students, past and present. Their input and ideas have helped shape new teaching materials and platforms.

In a new course, sociology students at Massey are tackling questions like ‘how might societies adjust quickly to climate change and to the global depletion of biodiversity?’, ‘What should we listen to or read if we want to know what’s going on in the age of fake news and Trump-style politics?’, ‘Are smart phones turning us into zombies?’, ‘Can people in urban-centric lifestyles be connected to nature?’, or ‘What does gender equality mean in an age of diverse and nuanced yet often invisible identities and relationships?’

“We want students to know what it is to be hopeful, as well as be critical,” says Dr Tie. “We see sociology as the means by which to understand what it now means to live a hopeful life.” That includes learning that you can instigate change by learning about and understanding how groups or individuals have done so.

After all, is there any point in trying to fathom the causes and implications of massive and potentially cataclysmic issues facing humanity – from the existential threat of climate change, to biodiversity loss, widespread mental health issues, social inequality, extremist politics, hate speech and terrorism – unless we also enable new forms of hope attuned to this time, he asks?

Gender Politics Game-Changer: While sociology has traditionally focused on gender, economic inequalities and decolonisation, his team’s observation is that the “disruption” of gender politics is the game-changer for this generation. There’s also a sense of a “new collectivism” emerging and a move away from the individual as a base framework for assessing societal change.

Thus, new papers take fresh perspective on topics such as the meanings of gender and sexuality, and the politics of truth, as well as offering a hopeful analysis of the Anthropocene and future of the planet, and Utopian alternatives to capitalism, consumerism and quest for endless growth.

Sociologists Dr Trudie Cain and Dr Warwick Tie at Massey’s Auckland campus, Albany.

Every generation re-writes sociology: “Every generation re-writes sociology depending on the zeitgeist, and the shared preoccupations of the day,” says Dr Tie. You could hardly get a more sobering focus than the just-released United Nations report on the perils facing the planet from massive human-caused degradation of nature and unprecedented rates of species extinction.

Colleague and sociology lecturer, Dr Trudie Cain, says that the terrible events of Christchurch on March 15 also heightened what she and her colleagues already sensed was a stronger desire for unity, empathy, and harmony. “Our students are part of the discussion on how we are all implicated and what do we do now,” she says.

Another pivotal issue the new sociology papers tackle is a shift in politics, around the emergence of fake news, big data, and the rise again of the far-right.

What doesn’t change in the programme is sociology’s essential teaching – that there is no one way to understand a thing, person or issue. Take the shopping mall, and the contradictions it induces – shiny material temptation often alluded to as ‘retail therapy’ versus a desire to consume less.

“For some, shopping malls are a perverse pleasure,” says Dr Cain. “But what’s actually going on? You learn to see so much about everyday life – even the banal – in a fresh light by breaking through assumed views and values. Sociology provides ways for making sense of issues that can feel ‘too big’, without boxing us into set responses.”

Read more on our website about a sociology degree by searching Sociology at www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/programme-course

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Chicago Razzle Dazzles 'em!

Kristin’s Senior School was proud to be one of the first schools in Australasia to be granted the rights to a newly adapted High School Edition of the musical Chicago, transforming the awardwinning production into a show that was more appropriate for a wider audience. With an incredibly talented cohort of students comprising the cast, crew and band, the timing could not have been more perfect to bring Chicago to the Kristin stage.

It is easy to see why Chicago is the longest running American musical in both Broadway and West End history. The deliciously devilish story of aspiring vaudeville stars Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly has ‘razzle dazzled’ audiences around the world since premiering in 1975. Chicago, a satirical musical (crafted by award winning songwriting team Kander and Ebb, and original director and choreographer Bob Fosse) is based on the 1926 play of the same name, penned by reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins. The play was developed around actual criminals and crime that Watkins reported on – referencing the “celebrity criminals” that were prolific in Chicago’s jazz-age, and the corruption in the administration of criminal justice.

With the show announcement in October 2018, keen students immediately began preparing themselves for an intense audition and call-back process, which culminated in the cast announcement in December. Students worked diligently over the summer break to familiarise themselves with the uplifting score and famous script. Simultaneously, members of the production team began collaborations; designing and visualising how we could transform the Kristin Auditorium into a Vaudeville style theatre in the late

1920s, and how we could cohesively match this with clever and eraappropriate costuming.

Rehearsals officially began in Term One, with students instantly diving into the memorable music and challenging choreography.

Staging was developed with individual talents in mind – an onstage violin player, circus tricks such as juggling and ribbon work, and characterisations that stayed true to the story but better reflected the unique style of our cast members. Noting how vital the music is to the piece, the decision was made to put the band on stage for the first time in over 10 years. Our band, including Kristin students, staff and community professionals, became part of the visual spectacular on stage, and added to the atmosphere of all the iconic production numbers.

Chicago was seen by over 1,800 audience members across the three-night season and was met with astoundingly positive feedback. Executive Principal, Tim Oughton, wrote this to the cast and crew: “It had all the hallmarks of professionalism and excellence… the guests I had with me were stunned by the quality.

Performing arts defines Kristin in many ways – it demonstrates exceptional quality, real commitment and a wonderful sense of togetherness and community”.

Collectively, as a performing arts community, we can be so proud of our 2019 Senior School production – and I wish to thank everybody – students, staff, parents and community members – who contributed to make Chicago another flagship Kristin Production to be remembered for a long time.

- Hamish Mouat, Artistic Director of Major Productions

Kristin Water Polo Success

Our premier girls water polo team finished their season on a high placing third overall at the NZ Secondary Schools Championships. This made them the top North Harbour school and was just reward for a team that had worked hard all season.

The girls also placed third in the Auckland Schools Competition.

Led by captains Alice Steele and Clodagh Weir and with New Zealand player Lucia Doak in fine form, the girls produced some excellent play during the national finals. Well done team and a huge thanks to Coach Ricky Thomson, Manager Michelle Steele and Head of Water Polo Sherren Findley.

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Euphony European Tour After two years of planning and preparation our Year 9-13 choir Euphony embarked on the tour of a lifetime to the land of Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, and pretzels. Forty-one students and five staff spent 18 spring days in Europe visiting and performing in Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Prague, Nuremberg and Munich.

This amazing tour allowed for endless learning opportunities on both a personal level, and for the choir in their development as an ensemble. The primary focus of the tour was to attend and compete in the highly acclaimed Budapest International Choral Festival and share our music on a global stage.

The festival saw Euphony competing against more than 40 adult and youth choirs from across the world, and we could not have asked for a better outcome. The choir were selected as one of the

top six choirs to compete for the overall Grand Prix, they received first place in the ‘Youth Choirs of Equal Voices’ category (choirs up to 30 years of age!), and third place in the ‘Sacred Music’ category, in which they were competing against adult choirs. We are extremely proud of this long-running Kristin ensemble who consistently perform at the highest level.

Following the festival, the choir continued their tour, performing in churches and palaces across Europe. They wowed audiences with both impromptu and formal concerts, also making new friends performing with local choirs.

This amazing opportunity would not have been possible without the talents and commitment of choir directors David Squire and Gracie Francis, and their manager Mrs Megan Bennett.

Congratulations Euphony!

Alumni News:

Andrew Alder Blasting Off to NASA Kristin Alumni Andrew Alder (Class of 2012) has secured a highly coveted internship at NASA as one of the recipients of the inaugural New Zealand Space Scholarship! Andrew will be rocketing to Silicon Valley, California in June for a 10 week internship, along with three other New Zealand science stars.

After graduating from Kirstin, Andrew attended the University of Auckland where he completed a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Engineering with First Class Honours, placing at the top of his

graduating class in Mechanical Engineering.

In 2018 Andrew was awarded the Fulbright Science and Innovation Graduate Award, which enabled him to pursue a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado, in Boulder.

Andrew was selected for the NASA internship from a broad pool of national and international applicants by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and NASA. Congratulations Andrew!

Andrew Alder

KRISTIN SCHOOL

SERIES

The Book of Knowing.

Know how you think, change how you feel.

Presented by Gwendoline Smith – author of ‘The Book of Knowing’.

Thursday 4 July 2019, 7pm. Kristin School Auditorium

Tickets are FREE, but must be reserved at eventfinda.co.nz/go/kristin

Once you understand the way you think, you can develop the resilience you need to navigate life. A practical Masterclass for parents and students!

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EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

The team in Greece.

Haka time.

Taine Murray

The Rosmini College Senior Premier Basketball team.

Rosmini basketball team takes on the world!

The Rosmini College Senior Premier Basketball team, winners of the Schick Secondary Schools Nationals in both 2017 and 2018, travelled to Greece in the last school holidays to compete in the International School Sports Federation (ISF) 25th Basketball World Schools Championships.

The ISF Tournament, which is contested every two years, was this year held on the island of Crete. The Rosmini team consisted of Kainoa Lepou, Cian Emery, Tom Seuren, Thomas Morgan, Marvin Williams-Dunn, Terence Abdon, Jayden Boucher, Sean Murphy, Taine Murray, Reihana Maxwell-Topia, Jason Mittef and Tyler Martin.

Matt Lacey coached the team with assistant coach, Sonny Tuaputa and managers Nick Turpin and Ambrose Samuels. Rosmini played in Group F, beating Bulgaria 74–47, then had a narrow and agonising loss to North Macedonia 65–67. Wins over China 53–32 and Croatia 63–36 followed.

Rosmini moved into the top eight and lost to Belgium 59–47, but rallied to beat North Macedonia, this time 56–52. The team went into a fifth place play-off against host nation Greece, which Greece won by the narrowest of margins: 69–70.

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The ISF Tournament, which is contested every two years, was this year held on the island of Crete.

Rosmini College Year 12 student Taine Murray, 17, of Albany, was named as part of the 'All Star 5' for the tournament. He said: “Finishing sixth in the world was an amazing experience!” The other highlights for Taine included 'playing against schools and academies from all over the globe, visiting the Acropolis in Athens and the cultural night'. For the cultural night, Rosmini, together with St Peter's Cambridge girls (who finished fifth), performed a waiata and a haka in front of players from 28 different countries.

EDUCATION: CARMEL COLLEGE

Students Make Sweet Music In recent years Carmel College Music students have had great success when entering the ‘Hookline and Singalong’ songwriting competition. This year Year 10 Music students achieved the following awards: Merit Award - Angela Lim, Francine Lepine and Tia Lakhaney for their song 'Welcome Here'.

Highly Commended Award - Altanya Suparman, Madeline Xiao and Lindsay Lagasca for their song 'Aotearoa Our Greatest Legend'.

Distinction Award - Kelly Mayes for her song 'Outstanding Chords' and also the Nostalgia Award for her song 'Make Memories'.

Distinction and Outstanding Arrangement Award - Sophie Choi, Amanda Yap, Annabel O’Rourke, Calista Ngadi and Janice Sutjiadi for their song 'Seasons'.

Madeline Xiao has also got through to the semi-final of the 2019 Wallace National Piano Competition.

Drama at School

Carmel College Year 13 Drama recently held another successful production. This year they performed Agatha Christie’s ‘Black Coffee’ over six nights. The show was a murder mystery full of twists and turns.

It was incredibly well executed with the costumes, sound, lighting, and set all complementing the 1960s time period. Audiences were kept guessing as the fantastic actors and stage crew came together to perform this exciting, mysterious tale.

Well done to the cast and crew as well as the directors, Adam Middleton and Ava Stuart. They can all be very proud of such a successful show.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Winners of the Male School Crew of the Year.

Past and current rowing award winners

Sporting Success The annual Auckland Rowing Association Awards were held this month, to celebrate both club and school crew successes in the greater Auckland region. Westlake Boys was a dominant force with both present and past students securing several awards.

Westlake Boys won the ‘The Male School Crew of the Year’ for their performance in the bU18 coxed 4. Westlake was also awarded ‘School of the Year’ for the school’s achievements throughout several key regattas where all age groups gained medal results,

Westlake spreading their success by achieving the best results across all Auckland schools at the Maadi Cup. The ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’, which is not always given out, was awarded to the Auckland Regional Performance Centre which had four out of eight rowers graduating from Westlake. The old boys in this crew were: Michael Brake, Cameron Webster, Sam Jones and Blake Bradshaw. Overall, an excellent evening, with many successes to be celebrated.

Westlake through to Regional Final This month a record-breaking nine Westlake Boys bands competed in the North Shore Smokefree Rockquest heats at the Dorothy Winston Centre in Auckland. Our nine groups took on fierce competition from around the North Shore with 40 teams competing for 12 spots at the Regional Final in June.

Two of the nine bands, ‘Special Ed’ a year 13 group, and ‘6 Four’ a year 12 group, secured themselves a spot in the regional final on June 9th.

The bands have four weeks to write a seven-minute song and perform it, with hopes they will continue to the National Final in August.

Wayden Thedore on bass,

Daniel Cruz on guitar.

Dirk Encela on drums.

Cultural Showcase for Christchurch Families

Westlake was one of the eight schools in the Pupuke Kāhui Ako (Community of Learning) which celebrated cultural identity while raising funds for the families affected by the mosque shootings. Over 400 students performed at Westlake Boys’ auditorium during the ‘Pupukefest’ concert.

“The goal was to have a positive cultural and social impact on the community and for it to be a symbol of us coming together,” a Westlake Boys teacher said.

Pupukefest provided a platform for our community to connect and feel a form of Pupukefest in action. belonging and purpose, contributing to group solidarity and boosting cultural pride. A range of performances took place at the concert with Kapa Haka, African, Pacific and Korean performances being featured, to name a few.

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Kapa Haka group welcome 200 new NZ citizens.

Our Kapa Haka group also welcomed and congratulated 200 new New Zealand citizens at the ‘Citizenship Ceremony,’ this month.

Ka mau te wehi

All in a day’s work.

Premier Basketball team with the Eat my Lunch crew.

Westlake’s Will to Give Back Westlake’s Premier Basketball team spent the morning volunteering at the ‘Eat My Lunch’ headquarters in Auckland. The organisation offers-kiwi kids lunch who would otherwise go without. The boys were up early from 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. preparing meals for people to buy and kids to eat.

Captain of the premier team, Dylan Wilkie, say “It’s an awesome feeling being able to give back. This is an awesome company which allows us to do an awesome thing.”

The boys team was feeling very humbled and privileged to be able to give back to the community which has supported them throughout their schooling and sporting endeavours.

Westlake students and staff also volunteered their time during their holiday break at the Harbour Hospice North Shore. The volunteers were seen felling trees, weeding, clearing debris, and shovelling mulch. Their enthusiasm and energy to help Hospice families in need was contagious as the students look to devote more time to Hospice with their awareness week coming up.

“A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal”- Steve Maraboli.

500 guests seated for breakfast in our auditorium.

WBHS volunteers put to work.

A student keying in on the Headmaster’s advice.

Mother and Son Breakfast

Our 2019 annual Mother and Son Breakfast this past Thursday was sold out again this year. It’s no wonder when baby pictures of Headmaster, David Ferguson, are being featured at the event.

The auditorium was alive with chatter, laughter and the smell of freshly baked frittatas, croissants, cinnamon scrolls and more, which kept the audience entertained along with the guest speaker, Trina Tamati.

Trina has worked for Nike, PlayStation, the NRL Auckland Nines, and is now the Managing Director of Ticketek NZ. Her bodacious energy and words of wisdom had the audience in laughter, and fandom, as she explained she had conversed with the likes of Dwayne Johnson, “The Rock.”

Her core belief, “never give up,” had the audience chanting the three words by the end of her presentation.

Her honesty was apparent as she alluded to disappointment and how it is inevitable as we experience life, but we determine our fate, and if we “never give up,” we ultimately can rise above.

The morning concluded with several lucky mothers walking away with awesome raffle prizes, and David Ferguson, urging students to walk their mothers to their cars, hold their hands, and kiss them before leaving.

Guest speaker, Trina Tamati.

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EDUCATION: RANGITOTO COLLEGE

China trip.

Spain trip.

International trips broaden students’ horizons Rangitoto College is proud to offer a variety of international trips for our students, and this year saw groups set off to China, the United States, Japan and Spain during the Term One holidays. Overseas trips are a great opportunity to build students’ confidence and support classroom learning, all while preparing our young people to thrive in a globally connected world.

Languages students put their classroom learning into practice in trips to Japan and Spain, where homestays provided the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language. In Japan, the group paid their respects at the Peace Park and A-Bomb Dome, engaged in history and culture at Himeji Castle and experienced the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. In the beautiful and cultural country of Spain, students were blown away by the flamenco, toured the churches and convents of Toledo, and made many purchases in the shops of Madrid.

For Commerce students on the America trip, behind the scenes tours at Google and Madison Square Garden expanded their knowledge of digital technology and marketing. Riding the subway

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became second nature in New York, where the group also visited Central Park, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and the 9/11 Memorial.

Languages students put their classroom learning into practice in trips to Japan and Spain, where homestays provided the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language…

Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai were the destinations for Social Science students on their 13-day trip to China. Students experienced everything from street food stalls and local markets, to the expansive Olympic Park and the Great Wall of China.

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Representative honours for premier volleyball players After a most successful term of senior volleyball where our premier teams featured prominently, the following players have been selected for higher honours.

North Harbour Representative Teams:

New Zealand Teams:

Boys Under 17 ​Nico Lietz Connor Oakley Luke Paterson Lucas Payne James Sadlier Ethan Skelton

New Zealand Youth Team ​ ames Sadlier J Nico Lietz Ethan Skelton Emma Bercich

Boys Under 19 Mitch Coulthurst Jacob Farmer

Girls Under 17 ​Kirsty Laming ​ irls Under 19 G Carrie Bagnall Emma Bercich Gabi Pontes

​New Zealand Junior Men Mitch Coulthurst New Zealand Beach Team ​Carrie Bagnall James Sadlier Kiana Stevenson

Carrie Bagnall.

Pilar Cruz, Mikah Buckley, Dunja Bojic (staff), Grace McKee, Friederike Voit and Quillan Denton attended a Global Summit in Adelaide.

Year 12s attend Global Citizenship Summit in Adelaide Senior high school students from across the globe convened in Adelaide, Australia this year for the NMHS 2019 Global Summit.

The five-day event provides opportunities for students around the world to develop as active global citizens, empowering them to make a difference in our changing world. Held at Norwood Morialta High School, students from 15 schools around the world gathered with the aim of “Enriching Humanity through Innovation and Entrepreneurship”.

Five Rangitoto students worked with students from across the world, including Brazil, China, Germany, Greece, Italy, and Japan, to develop understandings of major global issues and ultimately create

solutions to these problems. Our work directly corresponded with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals of No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Quality Education, Gender Equality, Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable and Clean Energy and Climate Action.

Our students had the opportunity to share our Kiwi culture with others, take part in local cultural excursions and enjoy the day-today life of our Australian homestay families. The Summit was an enriching experience that helped our students to appreciate their role as global citizens, improve their leadership and communication skills, build international relationships, as well as develop ideas to address world issues.

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Talented volleyballers make NZ Senior Women’s team play with the top players in New Zealand.

At just 17 years of age, talented I’ve never played for New Zealand here, athletes Kaila Ru-Tearoiti and Tamara so I’m excited to play in front of friends – Otene have both been selected for and my family will watch the live stream.” the New Zealand Senior Women’s Tamara is also looking forward to the Volleyball team and the New Zealand experience. “I’m excited to play with U-23 Women’s team. the senior women as they are more It’s going to be a very busy year for experienced and I can learn so much these Year 13 students, with the Senior from them. They are an awesome bunch Women’s team competing in a test series of women and I’m humbled to be a part against Australia in Wellington this month of the test series team.” and then travelling to Korea for the Asian Kaila and Tamara were both part of Champs in August. The Under-23 team is Westlake’s Premier Volleyball team, which travelling to Vietnam in July to compete in Kaila Ru-Tearoiti and Tamara Otene. won every game and every tournament the Asian Champs.

Kaila and Tamara were selected following a combined camp over they entered this year. They were the North Harbour Super League Easter that included players from the Senior Women’s Team, as well Champions, Auckland Premier League Champions, gold medalists at the Auckland Champs tournament, and won gold at the NZSS as the U-23 team.

Indoor Volleyball National tournament for the second year in a row.

Both students have represented New Zealand as juniors and are Both players were named in the Tournament Team following that looking forward to the challenge of volleyball at a senior level. event.

“I received a phone call from the Senior Women's head coach Kaila and Tamara are busy seeking sponsorship to help realise asking me if I wanted to play alongside the senior women in the NZL vs AUS test series in Wellington,” says Kaila. "I was shocked as their goals of representing New Zealand at the highest level, and would welcome interest from the local community.

I was only 16 at the time and never thought I was good enough to

EveryBody Eats thanks to winning idea During the first weekend of the Term 1 holidays, my team and myself from Year 13 Business Studies competed in a high school Case Competition, which was run by Social Innovation New Zealand. The Case Competition is called adviSE and is open to high schools in Auckland each year.

We were given a real-life, local social enterprise called Everybody Eats, which is a restaurant that is run purely by volunteers and donations from customers, who provide meals during the week to those who can’t necessarily afford food. However, they encourage people who do have money to also attend and be willing to donate however much they like for their meal, whether that be $1 or $100.

The idea is to promote diversity and bring people of different backgrounds to the same space as a whole. Their problem was: “How can we increase the number of paying customers without having them feel guilty that they may be taking a meal from someone less fortunate and who cannot afford a meal?”

We had three hours, locked in a room without internet, to come up with solutions to solve this real-life problem. My group and I worked very efficiently together and all had the motivation to do well. The three hours flew by so incredibly fast and we were then required to present our final solutions in a seven-minute presentation to a panel of judges, which included the manager of EveryBody Eats. Following this we had a quickfire Q&A from the judges, which also lasted seven minutes.

As a team, we came up with two innovative and realistic solutions which were to: 1. Allow volunteers for EveryBody Eats to not just work in the restaurant or kitchen, but use their different and diverse range of skills to be able to educate and positively impact the community.

They could do this through providing school talks to educate younger generations about the business and its aims, as well as the issue of food poverty and food waste in New Zealand.

This would bring a positive brand image to EveryBody Eats and hopefully increase the number of paying customers.

Valerie Chang, Tasia Soeprajogi, Tayla Woolley and Alyssa Wilson.

2. Work alongside existing restaurants which are well known and regularly patronised in the community, and hold one night every three months of the year where EveryBody Eats is able to run their restaurant in the location of the existing, well known restaurant. This would attract a different group of customers and expand EveryBody Eats’ brand image within the community, while bringing in more money from customers.

Overall, this experience was truly one of a kind. It required my team and I to come together and work as one to be able to come up with practical and innovative solutions to the issue, and be able to present these clearly to the judges. adviSE truly challenged our way of thinking about businesses and the problems they face in real life. It was great to be able to use critical thinking and really think outside of the box when coming up with solutions. Our dedication and teamwork paid off, as I am proud to say that my team and I took away the first place award.

By Tayla Woolley Team Leader and Innovator Extraordinaire

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EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Top Scholar Awards The success of the highest-achieving New Zealand Scholarship students was celebrated at the annual Top Scholar Awards Ceremony hosted at Parliament on the 1 May 2019. The Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern was present to acknowledge the success of these students.

Takapuna Grammar School was represented by two former students: Alex Davey and Amanda Sim. Alex and Amanda were recognised as Top Subject Scholarship Award winners in their respective subjects, classical studies and accounting.

Students were awarded Top in Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and 2018 Subject across 35 Classical Studies student Alex Davey. scholarship subjects.

To be placed first in their subject in New Zealand is a wonderful achievement by Alex and Amanda. To have two students Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern with 2018 from the one school Accounting student Amanda Sim. receive these awards, recognises the expertise of the teachers at Takapuna Grammar and their dedication to challenging their students to achieve well.

To read more about the Top Scholar Award Ceremony go to https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/newzealand-scholarship/top-scholar-awards-ceremony/

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2018 Accounting student Amanda Sim.

International Baccalaureate Camp Year 12 International Baccalaureate students recently attended an exciting three-day retreat at Eastern Beach. The camp was primarily a workshop focusing on the main aspects of the IB programme. The group also had the chance to strengthen social ties that will form the basis of their final years at TGS. Engaging in team-based activities that ranged from meditation to an escape room, the cohort was kept stimulated and busy, ensuring that all would be mentally prepared for their embarkment upon the two-year IB programme.

The IB programme comprises a widely diverse curriculum intended to produce internationally-minded world citizens. In addition to their regular lessons, IB students are taught Theory of Knowledge, a form of philosophy which has an emphasis on learning.

Despite the busy schedule imposed on the students, the retreat was a significant stepping stone in creating a group dynamic for a small cohort that will spend the next year and a half together.

EDUCATION: ALBANY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

From the Principal’s Desk - the ASHS Update!

These past school holidays marked the end of my third term at Albany Senior High School. I am absolutely loving my role as Principal at ASHS. It is incredible to think about how much has happened in such a short time. Below is a bit of an overview and update of the exciting things going on at ASHS. Specialist subjects providing visible, deep and inclusive learning. Part of this year’s annual plan is focusing squarely on how we can ensure all students at ASHS are being supported to attain academic excellence. The way in which we are doing this is by working towards all learning being visible, deep and inclusive.

Visible learning is achieved through the careful use of technology ensuring all learners know what they are learning and can access that learning 24/7 via platforms such as Google Classroom. Deep learning is about ensuring our learners not only know what they are learning but can see how that learning is relevant beyond the classroom. This is achieved by tackling real world contexts such as climate change and applying their mathematics learning to future focused contexts such as coding and robotics. Inclusive learning is about employing ‘universal design for learning’ to ensure our learners can access and evidence their learning in a way that suits their strengths and interests and ensuring assessment is personalised rather than one size fits all!

Impact Projects 2.0 are go! At Albany Senior High School (ASHS) we dedicate every Wednesday to Impact Projects where students get to focus on a large scale and long term project of their choice.

Projects are developed by students who work with a project mentor (teacher) and are guided by four principles: student ownership and agency; substantial learning beyond the classroom; quality product; and participating and contributing with the community.

This ensures our students have the opportunity to be an adult in the world and to develop the skills required to succeed in the 21st century, developing skills in: time management; leadership; project management; participation in an authentic context of their own making and making a very real contribution to our world. This year we have introduced the Stanford D.School Design Thinking Framework to engage in creative complex problem solving, critical thinking and learn how to negotiate and collaborate whilst managing themselves and others. These are the very skills that employers and universities are increasingly looking for and are the skills our young people will need to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

We believe each and every ASHS student has the opportunity to be future ready!

ConnectED is growing. ConnectED aims to be a first of its kind, school / business / community / innovation hub and network which will be based at Albany Senior High School. The aim of the network is to establish a network and talent register that might mentor and support student Impact Projects; connect learning across the school with the community and wider world of business; host whanau community facing educational events about futures thinking and social business networking so as to establish ASHS as THE edinnovation hub on the shore!

ConnectED is already working with The Mind Lab, 21C Skills Lab, Grow North and Shore Junction. More recently we have met with the North Harbour Club and the OMG Tech team from Voluntari.ly who are working with our ConnectED Impact Project students looking to develop a platform that will be able to bring

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students and business and industry mentors together with ease. If you are keen to get involved as an individual, community, business or innovation partner please contact the Principal, Claire Amos at camos@ashs.school.nz ASHS opens a dedicated Makerspace for the whole school community. 2019 marked the launch of a dedicated Makerspace at Albany Senior High School. The aim of the Makerspace is provide a creativity hub for the entire school community. Recent additions to the Makerspace include a laser cutting machine, 3D printers, a screen printing press and even a spinning wheel. We look forward to adding more VR and AR equipment, robotics, a CNC router and a pottery wheel and kiln. Over the coming years, we are looking to expand the space to include a range of art and design equipment to ensure we are providing the necessary infrastructure to support ASHS becoming the leading school for future focused innovation and creativity!

If you are interested in more regular updates, make sure you join me for my weekly Facebook Live updates which air every Wednesday on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ashsnz - Claire Amos (Principal, Albany Senior High School)

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SHORE JUNCTION: NEWS UPDATE

By Melanie Barr, Community Director, Shore Junction

Melanie Barr

WELL FOUNDATION: UPDATE

Brought to you by Board Chair, Craig Donaldson and CEO, Andrew Young.

We made a selfie frame - Can you help

Andrew Young

Craig Donaldson

now we want to use it! build a new breast diagnostic centre for people like Niki?

The fantastic team at BENEFITZ has made Shore Junction a giant selfie frame to take to events. The selfie frame is a great way to encourage young people and community members to promote Shore Junction amongst their networks.

To help promote Shore Junction opening later in the year we want to get out into the community as much as possible over the coming months – with our giant frame!

Due to the success of Shore Junction tours with schools, community members, local businesses and focus groups with young people, we’ve grown our community to over 900 people in just 12 months. We have built fantastic relationships with high schools and pockets of community groups, but we would like to use this momentum to reach more of the community and bring awareness to our brand.

Your brand is what other people say about you when you are not in the room.

- Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com To keep building our community and network, we want to host roadshows: these roadshows will share our message of support for young people, and will allow us to promote our and programming throughout various locations across the North Shore.

Given the extent of involvement the community and local businesses can have with the Shore Junction programming, these roadshows are a wonderful way to engage those conversations and create new connections.

If you have a community event happening on the North Shore and would like us to come along, please contact Mel. Mel@shorejunction.nz www.shorejunction.nz

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Let’s not wait until it’s too late.

Would you like to be part of a special group of people that help take the pressure off cancer patients like Niki?

Niki is a 45 year-old mother in West Auckland. She's married with three young children. Last year she discovered she had grade 1 invasive breast cancer.

When she found a lump in her breast, she didn’t think much of it. Her GP sent her off for a mammogram. One week Niki later Niki had a biopsy, but it wasn’t until another three weeks that she got the results. It was an agonising wait.

“The doctor straight away said 'you have cancer and you are going to need a mastectomy'. I was in shock and started to cry straight away. They talked through the options that I had. Reconstruction or not, and what that looked like. I finished the appointment and sat in my car and fell apart.”

Getting tested for cancer is a very scary experience. Like Niki, waiting for Rotary Club of East Coast the results is agonising. Your life could Bays members Rod Fergusson change forever. and Bruce Dunlop with the Niki's did. skin graft surgical instrument thanks to the Rotary Too many patients are waiting too long purchased Club of East Coast Bays Drive for a diagnosis. Many have to travel to 4 Life Golf Day, which raised $35,000 for WELL Foundation. different medical clinics spread out far across the region. Not only that, they have to battle traffic. And sometimes that's just too late.

I'm sure you know of someone who has suffered from cancer.

And you would like to see them have an easier ride.

This is why it's so important we make a change! Can you help build a new breast diagnostic centre?

This special centre will be a place where patients can have all tests, in one single day, for a quick diagnosis. But your help is urgently needed. And it will go towards building the centre at North Shore Hospital.

Would you like to be part of the special group of people that help take the pressure off cancer patients like Niki?

The aim is to raise $2 million. An incredible $1.27 million has already been raised.

Can you help raise the $730,000 left to go? If we raise this amount, the build can happen by 2020. Your generous support will help make this happen.

Please show your support today. Call 09 4470 138 or visit our donation page.

Well Foundation, Level 2, 15 Shea Tce, Takapuna For more information on the work of the Well Foundation visit wellfoundation.org.nz The Well

Foundation is the official charity supporting Waitemata District Health Board

WILSON HOME TRUST: NEWS

EDUCATION: TIM OUGHTON, EXECUTIVE PRINCIPAL, KRISTIN SCHOOL

Positive Relationships Matter

Felicity Hendricks

Welcome Felicity Hendricks This month we mark the arrival of our new Services & Support Co-Ordinator Felicity Hendricks. Felicity joins the Trust having spent the last ten years as a teacher’s assistant at Wairau Valley Special School in Glenfield.

Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Felicity moved to the North Shore with her family 16 years ago. With three children and a grandson, Felicity still finds time to do voluntary work in the community assisting new migrant families to settle in New Zealand. Felicity also runs a Christmas party for the elderly every year.

Over the next couple of months, Felicity will be out and about on the North Shore and wider Auckland, meeting families and other organisations that provide services and support to physically disabled children. Felicity will also be helping plan and manage our upcoming July school holiday programmes, so keep an eye on the 'What’s On' section of our website: www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz/whats-on/ for more details on dates and the activities that are being planned.

With three children and a grandson, Felicity still finds time to do voluntary work in the community assisting new migrant families to settle in New Zealand.

And a reminder that our next Wilson Home Trust information and site tour is scheduled for Tuesday June 11 from 10am to 11.30am. Anyone is welcome to attend, so please email us on info@wilsonhometrust.org.nz or phone 09 488 0126 if you would like to do so.

For more information about the Wilson Home Trust or if you would like to make a donation, visit www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz

Tim Oughton

Your children have inherited their genes from you – and that determines a lot. But it is by interacting with others that their own unique personalities emerge and grow. This explains why two children with the same parents, the same home, the same diet, the same upbringing and the same education grow up to be so completely different!

Matt Ridley’s book, 'Nature via Nurture: Genes, Experience, and What Makes Us Human' explores the complex and bewildering question of what makes us who we are. Drawing on groundbreaking science Ridley shows that our genetic code alone cannot explain our individual characteristics. The reality is that genes build brains to absorb experience – and everyone’s experience is unique – and that’s why children with the same parents can be so different!

Leading neuroscientists like Daniel Siegel go even further. Siegel tells us that our experiences change the structure of the brain. Our brain and our relationships with others interact to shape who we are.

This is an especially significant process during adolescence. From around age 12 to age 24, a burst of growth and maturation is taking place as never before. The kind of environment we live and work in during these years (and the quality of relationships we experience) impacts the very structure of the brain and the personal qualities which define us into adulthood.

We want our children to be caring and compassionate, to do well in school, to work hard and to be responsible. We want them to enjoy meaningful relationships and to feel positive about themselves. What the experts are telling us is that the quality of relationships between children and parents, between students and teachers and between peers is the most reliable and effective way to achieve these goals.

Why? Because emotional connection, compassion and care nurture the positive growth of those we relate to by defining the structure and functions of the brain.

Kristin has all the qualities of an exceptional school – the curriculum, teachers, resources and facilities. But we have more than just that – we have a very deliberate commitment to supporting high calibre relationships with young people as a defining priority. This is not because we have a sentimental view about being nice to each other!

It’s because the quality of relationships in a school are as significant a part of the education as anything that happens in a classroom.

Harvard University recently published the results of research begun in the late 1930s. Designed to figure out what, exactly, makes people happy and successful, it followed the lives of 700 people over a 75-year period. The results are compelling – those who maintained positive, kind and caring relationships were significantly happier and more fulfilled than those who didn’t. Someone once told me that we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. The Zulu concept, 'Ubuntu' captures this idea perfectly.

Literally translated it means, “I am myself through others”. Ubuntu tells us that we find ourselves – our identity and purpose - in the company we keep. Found in many cultures, it is also a concept which wonderfully connects the wisdom of the past with the findings of modern science.

This is my final thought piece for Channel on education. I will be finishing a 43 year career in education at Kristin at the end of Term Two and moving back to the South Island to begin the next part of the journey. I have loved being a teacher and it remains one of the noblest professions in the world. I hope it always remains that way and those who make important political decisions realise just how influential and important schools are in the development of progressive and civilised societies.

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TALKING TRUSTS: TAMMY MCLEOD, DAVENPORTS

PROPERTY LAW: STEPHANIE BOX, DAVENPORTS

Stephanie Box is a Solicitor in the trusts team at Davenports. She specialises in trusts, wills, relationship property and enduring powers of attorney.

Loans from the Bank of Mum and Dad:

Stephanie Box

Helping Kids into Property Jenny and Bruce wanted to help their son Paul and his wife Emily into their first home. Paul and Emily had saved $80,000 and were taking out a home loan with their bank.

Jenny and Bruce had talked about contributing $150,000 towards the purchase. They had discussed it as a family but weren’t sure about the best way forward. Jenny and Bruce decided to meet with their lawyer. Their lawyer advised them that there were a couple of ways they could structure their contribution, but that the options would largely depend on what the bank would agree to.

The first option would be for Paul and Emily to purchase the house with Jenny and Bruce as tenants in common. This means that Paul and Emily would own a share in the property, and Jenny and Bruce’s contribution would buy them a share in the property as well. They could have a property sharing agreement drawn up by their lawyer, which would state the contributions they each made to the purchase, and who would be responsible for which outgoings, including mortgage repayments. It would also state what would happen if the property was sold. In the future, Paul and Emily could buy out Jenny and Bruce’s share.

Their lawyer advised that if Jenny and Bruce were going to be on the title, the bank would probably require them to be coborrowers. Jenny and Bruce were not keen to be co-borrowers of the bank loan, as Bruce was retiring in six months. Their lawyer explained that the bank may not require them to be co-borrowers, if Jenny and Bruce gave a guarantee in respect of Paul and Emily’s borrowings. Jenny and Bruce weren’t comfortable with that, since if Paul and Emily couldn’t repay their loan, the bank would come to Jenny and Bruce for repayment.

The second option to record Jenny and Bruce’s contribution, was a deed of acknowledgment of debt; a kind of loan agreement between Jenny and Bruce and Paul and Emily. Paul and Emily would go on the title and the bank lending would be only in their names. Paul and Emily’s lawyer at another firm, advised that the loan from Jenny and Bruce could affect whether Paul and Emily could get a home loan, as the bank would need to approve the agreement with Bruce and Jenny. However they included a condition that the loan would be repayable to Jenny and Bruce only on sale of the property. This reassured Paul and Emily’s bank, so they approved their home loan.

It’s always a good idea to talk to your lawyer (and the bank) to work out a solution specific to your needs. www.dhlawyers.co.nz

Tammy McLeod (BA LLB) is a director at Davenports Harbour and a trust and asset structuring specialist.

Tammy leads the Davenports Harbour Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the structuring and establishment of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, the management and administration of trust funds and trust disputes. An important part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing existing asset holding structures to ensure they Tammy McLeod achieve the needs and requirements they were established to meet. She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and advises clients on both contracting out agreements and separation. Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Woman Lawyers’ Association and is the current vicepresident of the North Harbour Club.

Alice & Mike

Alice and Mike’s parents had set up a trust some years ago.

The trust had owned their family home and also the shares in the family business. The trustees of the trust had been Alice and Mike’s parents, together with their lawyer. When the survivor of Alice and Mike’s parents died, their accountant had been appointed as a second trustee. Alice and Mike’s parents had left a memorandum of wishes stating that they wished for the trust to continue to benefit Alice and Mike.

By that time, the family home and business had both been sold and the trust had some term deposits, a commercial property and an investment portfolio with a reputable financial advisor. The trustees paid income out to Alice and Mike, but no money was made available for capital distributions.

Alice and Mike had vastly different circumstances. Alice was a single mum to two teenage boys. She worked part time and really struggled to make ends meet. The extra income from the trust was a huge help to her, but she had a large mortgage, as well as all of the costs that came with teenage boys (sports trips, school trips, university looming). Some of the capital would be incredibly useful to her to be able to reduce her debt and make life easier. Mike however, was a surgeon with a private practice. The only debt he had was on an investment property. Mike saved the additional income he got from the trust for his children’s tertiary education and had no real need of any capital.

Alice did some reading on the internet as to what could be done with the trust fund to give her and her boys more appropriate help and decided to suggest at the next trustee meeting that the trust be wound up and distributed to her and Mike. She sent an email to the trustees and was so surprised at the response of the trustees who said no. They said that it was her parents’ wishes that the trust continue for the benefit of Alice and Mike and that they would not be winding up the trust. Alice was dumfounded – how were the trustees acting in her best interests?

Alice decided to get legal advice from a trust specialist who advised that the memorandum of wishes, while persuasive to trustees, is not legally binding and so the trustees could consider winding up the trust. She also thought that if the trustees were not genuinely considering the needs of the beneficiaries, then Alice may have a case to make an application to the Court to remove the trustees and appoint new trustees in their place.

This case outlines the importance of having a relevant memorandum of wishes for the trustees of your trust, but also making sure you have appropriate trustees who can relate to the beneficiaries.

Tammy McLeod, 09 915 4386 tammy@dhlawyers.co.nz

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LEGALLY SPEAKING: SCHNAUER AND CO

How to protect yourself when buying a house Buying a house is a pretty big deal, especially if it’s your first home! You’ve spent years saving and months looking for the right house so make sure you are protected when signing a Sale and Purchase Agreement to buy that house!

A Sale and Purchase Agreement (Agreement) is a legally binding document, you cannot simply change your mind and get out of it, also if you find out that there is something wrong with the house after you sign the Agreement you are still bound by it unless you have the right conditions in the Agreement.

It is important to have your lawyer review the Agreement before you sign it.

Sometime you may feel it is necessary to move fast to beat the competition and want to make an offer now and don’t have time to take the Agreement to your lawyer. In this case you can have the real estate agent insert a Purchaser’s Solicitor’s Approval Clause into the Agreement. The clause should allow your lawyer 5 working days to review the Agreement and determine whether or not they approve it.

The lawyer should be able to take commercial factors into account.

This gives your lawyer the chance to suggest amendments or additional clauses to protect you, the Purchaser. It also means you can cancel the Agreement if your lawyer does not approve it. Just bear in mind that your lawyer can’t give you advice about the purchase price.

There are a number of clauses which you can include in the Agreement, here are the basic ones which should be included in every Agreement: Finance Clause – This makes the Agreement conditional upon you obtaining the required finance to complete the purchase, if you are unable to obtain finance you can cancel the Agreement. Even if

Legally Speaking with Matthew Hawkes, Property Lawyer, Schnauer and Co.

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you have pre-approval from your bank it is a good idea to include a finance clause as sometimes the pre-approval will be subject to the bank approving the property.

Building Report Clause – You can get a builder to check the property and prepare a report as to its condition. This will allow you to identify any issues with the property. If the building report does identify issues with the property you can raise these with the Vendor and suggest to the Vendor that they are corrected. If they refuse you can either cancel the Agreement or waive the condition and accept the property as it is.

LIM Report Clause – LIM stands for Land Information Memorandum, the LIM Report contains information held by Council on the property. This can help you and your lawyer identify issues with the property such as whether the dwelling and any alterations have consents and a Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC). If there is no CCC you can ask the Vendor to rectify this (at their cost). If they refuse you can cancel the Agreement or waive the condition and accept the property as it is.

An Agreement with these conditions gives you more protection.

Without these conditions if there are problems getting your finance or with the property you will still be bound by the Agreement and have to complete the purchase.

Talking with your lawyer early is important as they can help to reduce your risk when buying a house and help the transaction to run as smooth as possible for everyone.

Schnauer & Co, 222 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 0177 www.schnauer.com

Established in 1988, Schnauer and Co is a well established law firm located on the North Shore.

Our expertise lies in the following areas of the law: • Relationship Property and Family Law • Trusts/Asset Protection and Estate Planning • Property • Commercial • Elder Law • Employment

At Schnauer and Co we: • deliver client focused and innovative advice and solutions • build close relationships with our clients • are committed to providing high quality services and value to our clients

222 Kitchener Road, Milford, North Shore, Auckland City 0520 P.O. Box 31-272, Milford, North Shore, Auckland City 0741 Ph + 64 9 486 0177 | Fax + 64 9 486 0175 Email schnauer@schnauer.com

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Accountancy with Graham Lawrence of Bellingham Wallace.

Employee Remuneration

Retaining employees with the right package Retaining key staff is critical for any business to thrive and be successful. Business owners need to think outside the box in tailoring an employee’s overall package. This is what you need to know…

Earlier this year it was reported that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.3 percent in the December 2018 quarter, up from 4.0 percent (revised) last quarter. While the unemployment rate has risen, what is clear to business owners is retaining your superstar employees is an ongoing battle and one you need to have a competitive advantage.

As part of retaining an employee, employers often tack on a pay rise or a bonus, being the traditional method of remunerating an employee, but if you really want to retain and super charge an employee you need to start from the bottom up and understand what makes them come to work, what their role is now, how that role is undertaken, and what the future is for that role. Time to think a different way.

Take for example Gary, a sales employee who is on a fully taxed gross salary of $150,000 per annum, which includes him using his salary to pay back the employer for FBT that the employer pays for his private use of the company motor vehicle. Gary has a young family, has work flexibility, and travels a lot.

Gary’s current salary package looks like this: Gary Gross package for March 2020

$150,000

Income tax

$40,420

Pretty simple but not innovative. Your competitor down the road approaches Gary and during the course of a coffee catch up they understand Gary travels a lot, he is likely to work from home and needs to ensure he has time with his family. Knowing this, your competitor can start to consider whether the following components should be built into his salary.

Home office allowance: By working from home Gary has effectively used his after tax salary to pay for business related costs, such as electricity, mortgage interest and internet usage. Therefore, a calculation could be undertaken to determine a non-taxable payment the company could make to him. This is a fact-specific calculation, but we would expect anywhere from $3,000 - $8,000 on a per annum basis is reasonable.

Company provided motor vehicle: As a sales employee, Gary has a company car. His current employer pays FBT seven days a week on Gary’s motor vehicle. As his current employer pays FBT on this vehicle, this is factored into an employee’s total remuneration package.

While the complexities of FBT are outside of this article, put simply, an employer can lower the FBT payable if restrictive use agreements are put in place. Thinking about Gary, he wants to do his job and get home to his family, so private use Monday to Friday is an area to focus on. Generally speaking FBT on the motor vehicle can be reduced provided one of the following circumstances apply: • the employee is out of the country; • the motor vehicle cannot be safely parked at the company premises; • the employee is required to work from home; • the employee is outside of his home city for 24 hours (with the vehicle); • the employee operates out of the motor vehicle for work purposes.

Graham Lawrence.

Any reduction in the FBT payable would therefore increase Gary’s after tax salary he receives, as this was instead going to the company to pay for the company FBT bill.

Vouchers for shopping: Gary has a family to look after so once a quarter you can give him a voucher for the local supermarket of up to $300 including GST. This voucher is tax free to Gary. Furthermore, so long as the company manages its other non cash benefits the provision of the voucher is also FBT free.

So what’s the impact?: Your competitor has figured out that they can offer Gary the same gross salary package as you but instead provide Gary with extra cash of $5,946 (being the tax effect of $6,200 at 33% plus the FBT saving) – see below if you want to work the numbers. If this is extrapolated over 15 years the saving to Gary is over $29,000. Gary’s takes the job and you have lost a superstar.

Gary Gross salary for March 2020

$150,000

Estimate home office allowance

($5,000)

Vouchers

($1,200)

Adjustment to gross salary

($6,200)

Adjusted gross salary

$143,800

Income tax reduction

($2,046)

Reduced FBT bill

($3,900)

Total cash increase

$5,946

*Assumes $60,000 cost base for company owned vehicle with 2 days private use and 4 weeks annual leave

Other benefits your competitor looked at to give them a further edge were as follows: Charities and FBT: Gary likes to donate to certain charities, but typically does not get the tax rebate, being 33%, until after he files his personal tax return. This can often be up to a year later. Employers can look to opt into payroll giving which gives employees the immediate cash flow benefit of the rebates in their monthly salary.

Income Protection Insurance: Having a young family means the family requires certainty if something were to happen to Gary. The company could offer to take out income protection insurance and Gary could pay a subsidised amount to the company. So long as the insurance policy is in accordance with FBT rules no FBT would be paid by the company and the company has the choice of what they charge Gary, if anything. The premium is tax deductible to the company.

Subsidised or discounted goods and services: As it happens Gary could use some of the company goods for his own personal needs. Goods supplied to employees as a reward is complex because it depends on whether the employer manufactured or purchased the goods. In saying this, there is a discount that can be provided to Gary and again this would be a further benefit.

In summary: The above points set out some general principles.

To assess the specific benefits to your superstar we would suggest you undertake a specific remuneration review. If anything the review confirms the status quo but at the most it may provide you with a competitive advantage and not risk having your superstar employee leave to go to a competitor. Your Bellingham Wallace tax advisor is happy to review your situation and ensure your business has this competitive edge.

By Graham Lawrence (Director) and Jenny Ni (Tax Consultant)

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BUSINESS SALES WITH LESTER DE VERE

Lester de Vere

Lester de Vere is probably the Shore’s leading Business Broker. Born and bred on the Shore he represents ABC Business Sales in his home patch. He spent many years in business himself before taking on the role at ABC – which he just loves. His passion for 'helping vendors transition through the sale process and creating a winwin for both seller and purchaser' has resulted in him being ABC’s No.1 Auckland Sales Person in 2018 and being named ABC’s Trusted Advisor of the Year 2018.

ABC Business Sales was awarded Business Sales Agency of the Year 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 by REINZ.

Let’s talk about: Preparation

Getting your business ready for sale is an interesting term… the best advice is for you to step back from the day to day operations of what it is you DO in the business and look at it from a buyer’s perspective.

Does the business look vibrant from outside looking in, is the website and social media up to date or does it let you down?

And now for the most important part of preparation: Are the accounts up to date and have they been prepared ready for sale?

Is your accountant aware you wish to sell the business and can therefore create a set of “normalised” accounts… i.e. not reading like a taxation avoidance mini-series but more a business that makes a net profit and a clear remuneration for the owner or owners.

Are there systems and manuals available should the owner take a holiday or have a health scare that takes them away from operations for a period of time?

…now for the most important part of preparation: Are the accounts up to date and have they been prepared ready for sale?

Quite simply, the cleaner a business looks and reads makes for a simpler, quicker sale; the fewer hurdles a buyer needs to jump, the more inclined they are to engage.

The due diligence part of the sale is when a serious buyer has the intention of becoming the owner and starts visualising themselves being that owner and establishing ways to improve operations whilst establishing how to maximise potential for your business. This should not be a time when a buyer “discovers” or unearths negative points or hidden gremlins around either the accounts or the ownership of your business; this tends to create questions, which in turn creates doubt which inevitably causes a delay while figuring out how serious the problem is… or, of course, makes the deal fall over.

So, the better prepared your business is, the quicker the sale and the better price you’ll get for the business.

Cheers Lester Contact: Lester de Vere 0274 599 773 or email: Lesterd@abcbusiness.co.nz or visit: www.abcbusiness.co.nz

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CAM CALKOEN: BENDING PERCEPTIONS, INSPIRING CHANGE Cam Calkoen is an inspirational speaker who is bending perceptions to inspire change and an attitude of awesomeness through simple, lasting human truths. Passionate about the Shore, this column reflects the awesomeness that surrounds us and the potential we all have to achieve a personal best.

Just like riding a bike...

Finding resilience from stories within

I remember as a kid in the primary school playground sitting on my bicycle scooting with both feet on the ground rather than on the pedals, this was the only way that I could stabilise myself. Yes I did wish I was pedalling away like all the other kids who seemed to take to their bicycles like ducks to water, but I truly believed that through visualisation I’d get the result I wanted and indeed by the age of 12 this kid (me) with cerebral palsy was pedalling along with and just like all the other kids.

Within us all live stories of resilience, things that prove that we all have the ability to overcome the perceived “impossible”.

I hear from, and of, people who want to forget their challenging times, but don’t underestimate the strength that comes from those challenges, and that we can use this, use us, use our own experiences to find strength to achieve anything.

When I decided to launch my speaking business I dived headfirst into the most competitive market for a speaker, a place full of new challenges, the USA, and more fiercely… New York City. I didn't know how long it would take to gain momentum from this but just like the experience of learning to ride a bike, success is a result of what we see within our minds.

In 2018 I (the guy who talks funny) delivered 145 keynotes throughout New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Europe, America and Canada, and my externally perceived weakness of ‘speaking’ has found its strong place in the world. Along the way there’s been a lot of rejection (different forms of falling, grazing the knees, wanting to give up, doubting ability… all that I went through when learning to ride a bike) but just like learning to ride a bike there’s something awesome about turning rejection into affection and we get there through: • having a dream: visualising what is possible and not letting perceived “weakness” get in the way.

• taking a risk: sometimes we have to push and take our feet off the ground but it’s through taking risks that we learn, develop and enhance life.

• communication: when we hear someones story we bend perception and eliminate assumption, much is the same when we share our own stories.

We all have stories with universal messages that can see us creating and / or contributing towards the most awesome life.

If we’ve not yet got the story it’s because we’ve not yet had the experience, so keep pushing life much as you can to develop your stories, it’s there that you’ll become your greatest inspiration and that’s AWESOME!

Inspirational Speaker Book Cam and inspire new levels of awesomeness with your team.

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INSURANCE DESIGN: BRADY ARBLASTER

Brady Arblaster of Insurance Design provides this regular column for Channel Mag on Insurance.

He is passionate about “protecting businesses and families from the risks in their lives”.

Carl & Marian’s Story It’s at claim time that you really find out whether your insurance policy works the way you wanted it to and whether you’ve had the best advice. In my 15 years as a Life Insurance Adviser I have helped many clients through claims and I’ve been sharing a few cases which have learnings that may help others. Obviously I have changed any identifying details as privacy is paramount.

Carl and Marian’s story is a difficult one for me to re-tell. I tell it knowing that insurance can’t make up for the sickness and death of a loved one – but to show that it can give you options and protect you financially from falling into an even harder situation.

I have known Carl and Marian for many years; they were early clients when I started in the insurance industry. They had three children that I saw grow up over the years until they were all adults living away from home. Carl and Marian were both working full time, living in their own home with a bank mortgage that they were chipping away at. A fairly typical Kiwi family, getting on with the next stage of their lives.

They each had Life Cover that would repay the mortgage and provide a small cash lump sum in the event of one of them dying, and Trauma Cover that would provide a quick pay-out if either one was diagnosed with a critical illness.

We continued to review their insurances annually and as their debt reduced, they told me that now the kids had left home they could quite happily survive on only one income if one of them could no longer work. So we cancelled their Income Protection Policies which reduced their monthly insurance expenses.

In 2016 I was sorry to get a phone from Carl to say that Marian had suffered a seizure. He had taken her to hospital where she was diagnosed with a brain tumour and she was booked for surgery within the next 4-6 weeks (they had chosen not to take Health Insurance so it was being done in the public system).

I initiated Marian’s Trauma Cover to be paid out. It immediately provided money to cover some living expenses and allowed Carl to have some time away from work to be with Marian.

Unfortunately Marian passed away around 18 months after her diagnosis.

Marian’s Life Claim was paid and Carl repaid the mortgage on their home which left him debt free; the outcome they had both wanted in the event of either of their deaths.

However the stress of Marian’s tragic diagnosis, of being her helpmate through her suffering and the impact of her passing away, had seriously affected Carl’s health. Within a month of her death he suffered a significant heart attack, which his doctors’

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He had taken her to hospital where she was diagnosed with a brain tumour and she was booked for surgery within the next 4-6 weeks… believed was partially stress related.

This time it was Carl’s Trauma Cover we claimed, once again providing an immediate lump sum that allowed him to focus on his own health, after an incredibly tough 19 months. This allowed him time to heal without having to immediately return to work.

While this is a sad story, both Carl and Marian each expressed to me during Marian’s treatment that their Trauma and Life Cover had taken a few worries off their shoulders. The situation they would have been without it would have been unendurable. They would have had to cover mortgage payments and expenses incurred through illness while taking time off work.

Carl and his family endured a very difficult time, but they have now moved forward in better health and spirits into a financially stable future that Marian wanted for them.

I would urge you all to review your situation with an insurance adviser. You might consider that in this case Trauma Cover was essential as well as having Life Cover.

If you have an adviser but haven’t seen them for over 12 months, I’d urge you to make a review meeting with them. Or, if you need an advisor you can trust, that will review your cover annually and make sure it is done right, then feel free to give me a call.

Thanks to everyone who has read my articles over the past year. I hope you’ve gained some insight into the personal and business risks to which you might be exposed, along with how you might mitigate these by having an effective insurance plan and reviewing it regularly.

Contact: Brady Arblaster (BHSc), Phone: 09 447 3260 or 021 979 106 Email: brady@insurancedesign.nz

Brady Arblaster (BHSc) Phone: (09) 447 3260 or (021) 979 106 Email: brady@insurancedesign.nz

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY: WITH DAVID VERRAN

Jim and Geoff Smale, the next generation

James Henry (Junior), or Jim, was born to William John and Aroha Smale on 8 January 1916. The Smale family say that Jim left school aged 15 (around 1931) to work in the family quarry. That’s likely the one on family land on the eastern side of Taharoto Road, rather than the earlier one on Catholic leased land near the orphanage and St Josephs.

Later, during the 1930s, he worked as a roading contractor in the King Country, which included travelling in a horsedrawn caravan.

Another son, Geoffrey (Geoff) Andrew Smale, was born 5 November 1924 and had the opportunity of studying to University Entrance level in 1943. Geoff was very much into yachting and won the Prince of Wales cup at Cowes, Isle of Wight, in 1958. He later represented New Zealand in yachting at the Mexico Olympics in 1968, where he came 8th in the Flying Dutchman class, and also at the 1972 Munich Olympics.

In December 1944, their father William John bought a 60-acre farm, at the north-western corner of Northcote and Taharoto Roads stretching westwards to the golf course and northwards towards Wairau Road.

In December 1944, their father William John bought a 60-acre farm, at the north-western corner of Northcote and Taharoto Roads stretching westwards to the golf course and northwards towards Wairau Road. That farm had previously been farmed by such early settlers as the Mackay family, Benjamin Menary and George Vaughan, and was also used by William Paterson for his horse drawn bus service in the early 20th century. The Smale family was to use the farm instead for fattening beef and dairy farming. Around 1956, the family sold around ten acres of that land for Westlake High School (later the Girls’ High School). Parts of their Taharoto Road land was also subdivided for housing.

As previously noted, their father William John died in May 1964 and his brother James Henry (Senior) in 1967. Their

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Geoff and Jim Smale. Photo courtesy of the Smale family.

mother had earlier died on 7 July 1962, and she and William John are buried together at O’Neill’s Point Cemetery. On the night of 5th November 1966, the old homestead on the farm, which dated from around 1900 or earlier, was burnt down.

However, although the Northern Motorway from the Auckland Harbour Bridge originally ended at Northcote Road, the transport authorities planned to extend that motorway northwards. From then on, Jim and Geoff, and the next generations of the Smale family, had to make decisions as to the future use of their land.

Differing views included its use for private housing or public recreation, possibly the location for a new civic centre for Takapuna, or at least its new main shopping and retail area.

In the early 1990s, the Smale Family and Fletcher Development and Construction put forward a joint venture for an approximately 11-hectare retail and commercial complex on the site, but that was subject to planning approval and the then North Shore City Council opposed it. The matter then went to the Planning Tribunal, with both Jim and Geoff having to become ‘bush lawyers’ at various hearings and the like.

The end result was the ever-expanding Smales Farm transport and commercial complex that we know today. The Clear Communications Centre at Smales Farm opened in 1999, starting the development of that major office park next to the Northern Motorway. The adjacent Northern Busway was formally opened in February 2008.

Geoff retired in 2004 and followed his various interests including flying. He died in an aircraft accident on 9 April 2011, while Jim died 30 July 2010, after retiring in 2006. In 2004 both had been inducted into the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame.

My thanks to the Smale family for their assistance and support.

By David Verran

YES DISABILITY SUPPORT CENTRE: NEWS

LIFE LESSONS WITH LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

News from Christine Meyer-Jones

Resilience Leading the way

walking alongside Young People with Disabilities of Aotearoa’ I-Lead, Let’s Lead, Let Us Lead, #LetsSeeTheChange The first national conference for and designed by young people with disabilities.

Here at YES we are strong believers in fostering new ideas, forging new paths, holding space and leading the way.

Sonia Thursby YES organised for a group of young people with disabilities to meet with Minister Carmel Sepuloni in November 2018. The young people had tiny idea of holding a conference in Wellington. A leadership conference where they could meet with their peers from around the country, collaborate and share ideas on how to have their voices heard, learning how they could influence the decision and policymakers in Wellington.

We held the first meeting of our Youth Engagement Group in January. The excitement for the conference had only escalated over the summer; they came booming with ideas, possible outcomes, partnerships and a name. The strongest message that came through was “we are ready to have our voices heard, just listen to us”. This is reflected in the name and by-line “I lead” “Lets lead, let us lead”.

This powerful message came with an outcome: “lets see the change”, a call to action for after the conference. This would be the framework to ensure this was not just a “get together, talkfest”; this conference would have clear message to Minsters and ministries on what contributing to society and being a citizen of New Zealand means for young people with disabilities.

Seven months later, with a committee of young people from YES, Deaf Aotearoa, PHAB and Leva all working on the body of the conference, a dedicated team is holding the space for young people.

The Ministers of Youth Development and The Minister for Disability will open the conference which they have agreed to host in the Grand Hall at parliament. This is the chance for 60 young people with disabilities from across New Zealand to learn invaluable skills, find their voice, create the first national youth engagement group and not just be the change but see the change too.

From Albany to Parliament, from five young people to 60 and from one small meeting New Zealand’s first ever conference for young people with disabilities #LetsSeeTheChange.

Contact us on info@yesdisability.org.nz www.yesdisability.org.nz

Resilience is a word we hear a lot about Christine these days. As in our April article, we are Meyer-Jones using this month to explain another one of our programmes that we teach in the Life Education mobile classrooms.

Resilience is key to maintaining good mental health. We teach the children that they are “unique”.

We try to make each child feel comfortable with their identity and to show them how special they are. We know how easy it is for people to focus on their weaknesses which can lead to low self-esteem. By equipping children with the right skills we can help turn this around. We teach children to be kind to themselves and others and focus on the positive qualities which gives them emotional strength and resilience.

How we do this.

Our Educators teach children about the magnificent brain so that they can develop an understanding of how it functions and what its needs are. Using models and digital technology, we are able to demonstrate how stress forces the brain to revert to more primitive thinking. We explore how the brain responds to different emotions and how we can create positive responses.

We teach children how to regulate emotions to calm a worried mind. We might talk about how our powerful Mind Master can be the strongest voice we hear. If we are able to think about what caused negative thoughts, we can learn to negate them. Our loveable mascot Harold recognises the issues each class may be facing and helps the educator to reinforce the skills that are needed to cope in these situations.

Through music, digital resources and hands-on activities the class members are able to learn techniques that can make it easier for them to manage emotionally.

We have developed video clips which typically represent the types of problems children face. These clips help children to identify what the characters in the clips might be thinking and feeling and we then use those as a platform to highlight strategies that might help in different situations. One of the strategies that we explore with children is about the need for support and the importance of sharing our problems with others to help children navigate through the complex issues they may face.

I hope this brief description of one of our programmes gives you a better insight into what Life Education is about.

Everything we are currently reading or hearing in the media is highlighting issues around mental health, bullying, digital safety and others. It is heartening to know that in partnership with schools we are covering these important issues and helping to create resilient strong children for the future.

Onwards and upwards!

Christine Meyer-Jones, Chair, Life Education Trust North Shore chair@lifeeducationnorthshore.nz Visit: www.lifeeducationnorthshore.nz Contact us: secretary@lifeeducationnorthshore.nz

Life Education Trust will be visiting the following schools in June

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Albany Junior - Pinehurst - Ridgeview.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL

Wakeboard and snow story is: Ballistics Wake & Snow has signed a new five year lease for its Barry’s Point Road shop.

Wakeboard and snow shop rides onto market A substantial Takapuna unit that is home to the well-established tenant Ballistics Wake & Snow is on the market for sale.

The snow and water sports retail shop occupies the 370 square metre open, high stud retail unit at 66 Barrys Point Road on Auckland's North Shore on a new five year lease with a bank guarantee, generating annual income of $135,000 plus GST. In the fast changing commercial and retail area, Ballistics Wake & Snow has six on site car parks, four directly in front of the store and another two on the northern side of the property.

Wakeboards and waterskis, snowboards and skis, equipment and clothing is sold from the spacious premises. The property is being marketed by Bayleys agents Ranjan Unka and Nelson Raines and will be sold by private treaty closing on June 27.

Mr Unka said the property benefited from the new Mixed Use zoning under the Auckland Unitary Plan, which allows continued transformation of the light industrial and retail area and the inclusion of residential development.

Ballistics Wake & Snow's lease runs until June 2029, upon exercising their five year right of renewal. Income growth is provided by a 2% increase annually and a market review at lease renewal.

The business opened almost thirty years ago selling snowboards in the winter and windsurf gear in summer. A few years down the track, skis were added and the windsurf range was replaced by wakeboards and water skis. After years of steady growth and pushing capacity the offering is fine tuned to only the core specialities.

The owners are on the floor at the coal face and have a battle hardened crew of long term full-time and part-time staff all involved in snow and wake sports.

Its premises are road front and a right of way on the northern

boundary gives access to the other units in the development.

The front section of Ballistics Wake & Snow showroom is attractively finished with carpet floor coverings, painted block walls and ceilings lined with timber panels. The mid-floor retail space has a suspended ceiling and also includes partitioned amenities and a storage area with lunchroom.

The showroom is air-conditioned with three wall-mounted incremental units, two located at the front of the building, whilst one is at the rear of the retail space.

The retail façade has non-tinted glazing to over approximately one half height, with the main remainder being fibre cement panels. There is an attractive angled canopy area providing well exposed signage to passing traffic on Barrys Point Road, also seen from the motorway interchange.

Situated on the eastern side of Barrys Point Road, about 100 metres to the north of its intersection with Esmonde Road, it has excellent motorway access. Barrys Point Road is a main arterial road linking Anzac Street and Pupuke Road in the north to Esmonde Road in the south. Traffic flows in this area are high.

The surrounding development includes mainly older industrial type buildings, a number of which have been refurbished into showroom space and are now of a more modern appearance.

The area is well known for its motorcycle retailers, together with a number of cycling and outdoor recreation stores. Harley Davidson, Cycletreads and Honda are immediate neighbours.

“This is a popular location within easy reach of the motorway system and surrounding development tending to a more commercial focus,” Mr Unka said. “This is a good opportunity for a buyer wanting a passive income.”

The building has a seismic rating of 70% of NBS.

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Shortage of industrial properties makes tile company's premises a hot buy A substantial showroom, office and warehouse at Wairau Valley, tenanted by a national tile company is on the market for sale at a time when vacancy levels in the precinct are at an all time low.

The Tile Warehouse has been at the 860 square metre industrial/retail building on a 1525 square metre site for 24 years and has just signed a new six year lease, generating net annual rent of $163,597 for the premises and $15,730 for 17 car parks, bringing a combined income of $179,327.

Rental growth is generated through two yearly rent reviews to market rates.

Well recognised as a national brand, the Tile Warehouse's premises at 120 Wairau Rad, are a single-storey showroom/warehouse, with a mezzanine floor at the front end of the building in the Auckland Council's light industry zone.

After 30 years in business, Tile Warehouse supplies quality tiles and stone including porcelain, ceramic, glass and metal tiles, mosaics and natural stone. It is recognised as The Tile Warehouse’s premises are for sale at a time when Auckland’s industrial property vacancies are at historic lows. a leader in the architectural industry and has a full team of representatives with nationwide coverage from commercial to residential builds.

Properties of this nature don't come on to the market often, says Bayleys North Shore salespeople Alex Strever and Michael Nees, who are marketing it for sale by auction on July 3.

“Industrial property vacancies in Auckland are at historic lows, tenant demand is strong and premises of this nature are highly prized by investors and owner occupiers alike,” Mr Strever said.

The freehold industrial building is on the north east side of Wairau Road with 25 metres of road frontage on one of the North Shore’s throughout the 1970s with a number of interspersed modern busiest roads with more than 30,000 vehicles passing every day,” redevelopments. he said.

Neighbouring popular brands include BP, Supercheap Auto, City When erected, the warehouse was constructed with a steel Nissan, Tristram European, Cash Converters, Office Max, Mitre 10 portal frame and masonry shear walls. It is on concrete foundations and Bunnings. and has a concrete floor.

“Buildings within Wairau Valley are typically a little older, and The mezzanine area is steel framed with timber framed walls and have tended to be more affordable than their modern counterparts flooring within and the building is roofed with long run steel roofing in the Albany and North Harbour industrial estates, but the supported on timber purlins to the steel portal frames end walls. It shortage of industrial property and demand has closed that gap,” has a seismic rating of 75% IEP. Mr Strever said.

“The Tile Warehouse is the only tenant and the building's “The strengths of the area are its location and range of prominent position, exposure and versatile nature make it suitable to a wide businesses which have established in the precinct resulting in range of users.” Mr Nees said.

Wairau Valley becoming a blue chip locality for owner/occupiers and Wairau Valley is a busy industrial and retail precinct originally tenants,” he said. developed in the 1960s and 1970s with subsequent infill and “A significant lack of development sites in the area means new redevelopment from the 1980s, while Wairau Road has a mixture supply is limited and continued demand from tenants and owner of showroom, bulk retail and smaller retail outlets together with an occupiers provides good potential for continued growth in rental increasing concentration of car sales yards at the northern end of rates and values for properties in the Wairau Valley area.” the road.

The site benefits from easy motorway access, being about 200 In the property's immediate area buildings are used mainly by meters from the Tristram Avenue motorway interchange on significant national and international businesses for warehousing, to SH1. storage and showroom with trade retail. They were developed

…tenant demand is strong and premises of this nature are highly prized by investors and owner occupiers alike.

Devereux Howe-Smith Realty Limited, Bayleys, Licensed under the REA Act 2008 D +64 9 489 0999 | F +64 9 489 0990 29 Northcroft Street, Takapuna, Auckland 0622

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APARTMENT LIVING WITH BAYLEYS

Beach and Cavalli Apartments If Channel readers are considering apartment living then we reckon we have found one of the best options on the Shore: the Beach and Cavalli Apartments nearing completion at Long Bay. When our good friends at Bayleys approached us to do a feature on these apartments I had to admit I hadn’t been down to Long Bay for probably a year. What has happened in that year just blew me away. The place is turning into something very special, with the ‘Long Bay Village’ town centre taking shape and a brand new New World supermarket open. Add to that there’s a new bar and eatery called the Long Bay Surf Club and many new retail stores and professional service providers opening in the not too distant future.

Right in the heart of all this is this prestigious and landmark apartment development of 38 luxury residences, designed for discerning buyers who refuse to compromise space and quality even when downsizing. With a high number of these apartments already sold, the Beach and Cavalli development has obviously hit the spot with locals looking for high standard lock-up and leave apartment living.

Jeff Wagg of Bayleys says that most of the people who have purchased to date are Bays people who are relocating from their homes to apartment living, in their 50s and upwards and all owneroccupiers.

Long Bay Village town centre is taking shape.

The Beach and Cavalli apartments are all about quality. It is being developed by respected local Erik Jorgensen who has been responsible for many high quality residential developments over the years including Prestige on Pupuke in Takapuna. He has a strong reputation.

“The construction quality is very very high,” says Jeff Wagg. “Five levels of solid concrete that has taken time to build. Building at this quality and level of finishing is a bit slower but owners will respect that it is quality well worth waiting for. And it has been designed to maximise the panoramic views and all the lifestyle benefits of the coastal location.

“Many of the apartments enjoy those views and a neat feature of the Beach and Cavalli apartments is the Cavalli Lounge, an exclusive retreat for all apartment owners to use on the fifth floor penthouse level. This fully furnished space has a kitchenette and deck which enjoys the magnificent views over Long Bay Park and the Hauraki Gulf. It will be the perfect place to relax, host friends and enjoy the company of like-minded neighbours.”

Jeff Wagg adds that every aspect of the design has been masterfully created to make life easy, comfortable and as luxurious as possible.

The majority of the apartments are three bedrooms and come with two carparks and a storage locker. The smallest apartment is a two bedroom 110 square metres and others are up to over 160 square metres – not including decks. Each apartment is very highly spec’d with stylish, contemporary interiors, showcasing exemplary quality and attention to detail. Features include airconditioning, ensuites, Hans Grohe tapware, under-floor heating, electric blinds, LED lighting, high ceiling studs and excellent security. The future is well catered for as well with electric vehicle charging capacity for each apartment plus 16 visitor car parks.

“The fact that virtually every apartment kitchen has an additional scullery demonstrates the level of space and quality we are talking about here,” adds Jeff Wagg. “There are also generous outdoor areas – large decks or courtyards – to ensure alfresco living that

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38 luxury apartments nearing completion at Long Bay goes with the North Shore lifestyle also ensuring that much-loved pets have space. There are also four lifts to service the apartments, minimising wait times. The hallways are also spacious and wide for easy access.”

The Beach and Cavalli apartments are priced from $1.155m, with the average price being around the $1.3 to $1.4m mark and the penthouse being over $3m.

As this issue of Channel Magazine was going to print one of the actual apartments was being completed and from early June will be available to view as a display unit to show those interested the actual high quality finish. Completion of the development is not too far away in September – so move in is not too far away at all.

We think you will probably have to move quickish. With just 38 available and a third already sold time is of the essence.

If you are keen to view The Beach and Cavalli Apartments contact Jeff Wagg or Mike Hotchin at Bayleys Long Bay. Jeff Wagg, phone 027 499 3216 or email jeff.wagg@bayleys.co.nz; Mike Hotchin, phone 027 493 0224 or email mike.hotchin@bayleys.co.nz.

Artists impression of a Beach and Cavalli apartment.

Beach and Cavalli Apartments at a glance:-

• 38 luxury residences, designed for discerning buyers who refuse to compromise.

• Completion of the development is not too far away in September.

• Priced from $1.155m.

• Designed to maximise the panoramic views and all the lifestyle benefits of the coastal location.

• Every apartment has two carparks.

• Generous outdoor areas – large decks or courtyards.

• Over a third already sold – so move quickly.

The Cavalli Lounge, an exclusive retreat for all apartment owners to use on the fifth floor penthouse level.

Bayleys Real Estate Limited, Long Bay. (Licensed under the REAA 2008). Phone 487 0630.

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CHANNEL INTERVIEW: NADJA COURT

A chat with...

Nadja Court Number one is becoming a habit!

At Channel Magazine we love celebrating the achievers in our community. One such person is Barfoot & Thompson real estate dynamo Nadja Court. She’s a champion in her field and also a champion in the community.

At the recent Barfoot and Thompson 2019 Awards Nadja was once again a winner on the night – being named their number one partnership and also the top agent in the Mairangi Bay office.

This ongoing success is not fluke. It really is all about hard work.

Channel Magazine’s Aidan Bennett talked to Nadja about her ongoing success in late May. AIDAN BENNETT: A big congratulations on your recent accolades. You must be thrilled with the success?

NADJA COURT: It's fantastic to be appreciated, absolutely. No success is ever achieved alone; it's years of hard work, strong relationships and amazing support. I am very lucky to have that in Meegan, my personal assistant who runs the whole administration side which allows me to focus on what I do best which is listing and selling property over a wide area, but predominantly here on the North Shore.

We form a strong team but have fun together too along the way!

AB: We understand you have celebrated the two decade milestone in the business as well. Tell us about that journey?

NC: I started with the company in 1999 as a rookie - pretty green, naive and no idea of anything except a passion for the North Shore, an interest in people and an innate curiosity about human nature. My mum is driven and tenacious and brought me up to never give up – a skill that’s stood me in good stead over the years as real estate is often tough and unforgiving. As the market has changed, owners are under more pressure, buyers are tougher and it’s an ever evolving market to negotiate through. A lot of empathy is needed!

On the other side I have met some amazing people, and formed great friendships with clients and colleagues who truly are like family.

Every day is different, I know the North Shore market intimately, I meet new people daily, and I am always learning. I now also enjoy being able to give back to the industry by mentoring other budding agents. I still love the thrill of the chase, finding the perfect buyer for a home I am marketing for my owners and ensuring the whole process is as easy and stress free for both parties. It’s what it’s all about, happy clients and customers – sometimes so difficult to achieve, occasionally easy, but every day brings something different. It’s never ever boring.

Twenty years on, I can honestly say real estate is in my blood, I live and breath it and still get excited about going to work.

From left: Nadja Court with Kiri Barfoot (Director, Barfoot and Thompson) and her assistant Meegan Christian at the recent Barfoot and Thompson awards.

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AB: Why have you stayed with Barfoot and Thompson for so long?

NC: I value loyalty highly.

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Nadja Court recently celebrated 20 years at Barfoot and Thompson with Directors Peter Thompson and Kiri Barfoot.

are family to me after so long. I feel part of something, a strong network.

Mairangi Bay – where I am based – is where I live and work. It's very central and provides easy access to the whole of the North Shore.

Our office really is like a family. My manager, Emma, and I have been working together for 20 years so we know each other extremely well!

AB: What are your secrets to success?

NC: I love what I do – they say if you love what you do, you never feel like you're going to work. I am naturally driven, competitive and solution based. I also care about the little details as I want to do my absolute best for my owners at all times. If things aren’t working I try something different. One of my strengths is lateral thinking. I am tenacious and won’t give up.

AB: The market has changed a bit over the past 12 months. What are the trends you are seeing in your particular market?

NC: The market has softened significantly but property still sells. We don’t have the crazy market we had but are back to a stable, solid real estate market. Buyers have more time now to fully assess the market, weigh up different options and make the best buying decisions for them. Some buyers feel the market will soften further and are waiting, when really now is the perfect time to make the transition to a new home. Interest rates are at an all-time low, there is good supply and affordability is much more within reach whereas in the past few years there just weren't those conditions.

Owners who are realistic and want to move are still achieving optimum prices if their properties are marketed well.

AB: Is there a particular method of selling that is working better at the moment for vendors?

NC: We are achieving the best results with auction – if buyers know the property they are interested in may sell on a set date they are more likely to move quickly and ensure they are in a cash position. In this market having cash in your pocket puts you in a very strong negotiating position.

AB: You seem to enjoy doing a lot of travelling around the world. Do you have a favourite destination overseas, and why is it a favourite?

NC: I do love to escape over the horrid winter days to some warmth and sun. My favourites to date are Cuba and India. Love the music, colours and the people.

AB: What is your favourite holiday destination to holiday in New Zealand and why?

NC: In New Zealand my all-time favourites are Great Barrier Island and Wanaka. The Barrier is just bliss being there with my family and friends.

The beach, tramping, fishing, amazing surf and fun nights playing games. At Wanaka I love the mountains, the lake and skiing - I value that it's not too big and busy.

AB: Complete the following…

NC: My big achievement in 2019 is going to be… helping vendors achieve their goals in this much tougher market. It's a market such as this where experience really comes to the fore and it's the skills, especially my strong negotiation skills, I've developed through various real estate cycles which will enable me to provide vendors with the sale they need to move on with their plans. Experience is everything!

Does trust matter to you?

To me, trust means delivering on your promises. It means achieving successful sales and providing honest, expert service. It means a long list of happy customers.

I’ve sold over $2.4 billion worth of properties between January 1999 and March 2019. You can trust me to deliver for you too.

Nadja Court 021 777 690 n.court@barfoot.co.nz

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BOWLS NORTH HARBOUR: NEWS

with Lindsay Knight

Wayne's a winner!

Wayne Wrack, this season’s North Harbour men’s singles champion and a member of the centre’s board of management, is proof that bowls is a game for a lifetime.

Wrack, now 72, has been playing the game for 44 years and in that time, as one of the country’s most spectacular and aggressive players, has compiled a remarkable record.

Wayne Wrack Across three centres, Northland, Auckland and now North Harbour, he has won 37 centre titles and at club, provincial and national levels he has won 65 singles championships.

That includes such prestigious events as the Auckland Lions Masters which he won in 1990 and for which, as he was then technically a professional, he won prize money of $2500. And he also has a national triples pathways title which he won two years ago playing under the banner of his Northland club, Wrack admits that he was reluctant when three years ago his Northland mate Kevin Robinson suggested they join Orewa and so qualify for North Harbour.

But he now is more than happy he did so because of the higher level of competition and the excellent standard of Harbour’s greens. That’s something which is a Wrack speciality as he once worked as a full-time greenkeeper at Auckland’s Carlton and Glen Eden clubs and for which he won awards.

That he has succeeded in his short playing stint with Harbour obviously has not been unexpected. But what is surprising is that he has become a member of the centre’s board.

For in the past Wrack has been often at odds with the game’s administration. That, plus being officially a professional in the 1980s just before bowls (as with other sports) went “open”, probably cost him his chance of representing New Zealand, especially at events like the Commonwealth Games.

Wrack still remains a critic of some aspects of national administration, more recently Bowls New Zealand’s insistence that its 3-5 competition remain an evening event rather than being decided over a single weekend. That’s despite centres like Harbour pointing out the difficulty of players travelling from work in peak traffic.

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He insists, too, he is proud to be regarded as “old school” and maintaining a belief that if something is not broken attempts shouldn’t be made to fix it. And he wonders with some bemusement how one of his old playing partners, the legendary Nick Unkovich, would have responded to some practices of modern sport.

But he has taken pleasure in many of the achievements of the Harbour board and its recent award from Massey University as a sports body that was progressive and innovative. “It’s great other centres have followed our model,” he says.

…he has taken pleasure in many of the achievements of the Harbour board and its recent award from Massey University as a sports body that was progressive and innovative.

Not only did Wrack win Harbour’s singles title in the past season but Northland’s, too, for the ninth time, as well as that centre’s champion of champions singles. He believes he might be the only person who has won the singles championship in each of the Auckland, Northland and Harbour centres.

To win his Harbour title, Wrack beat another distinguished veteran, the multi decorated Colin Rogan, in the final and in the semi-finals a rising star and this year’s North Island representative, Daryl Read.

But despite these victories Wrack is unsure how much longer he can stay at the top level because he’s now battling knee problems which he says is the result of arthritis and the wear and tear from playing sport for so many years. www.bowlsnorthharbour.com

COMMUNITY NEWS

Rotary supports Age Concern Age Concern North Shore is thrilled to get a new car, thanks to the combined fundraising efforts of five North Shore Rotary Clubs – Takapuna, Takapuna North, North Harbour, Glenfield and Auckland Korean.

Janferié Bryce-Chapman, Executive Officer of Age Concern North Shore says, “This support from Rotary is so valuable as we strive to maintain a high level of service to older people on the North Shore in an increasingly demanding climate. We are very grateful for the support of Rotary groups of North Shore who have made this wonderful donation possible.”

Age Concern home visits are very important to the agency as it works to ensure that older people can access its services even if they are unable to get to the office. Until now, its six field staff have used their own cars for home visits, but in the wake of the new petrol tax this has become expensive.

Janferie says, “Along with Rotary which provides support to the community through service, we are an integral link in strengthening the infrastructure of the North Shore. Having access to a new pool staff car will help us to reduce the costs of the 700 home visits we do each year.”

Age Concern North Shore is part of a national network of 35 Age Concern regional councils and has been the lead agency working to support older people on the North Shore for more than 50 years. It is a charitable organisation dedicated solely to people aged over 60.

Its office is the first port of call for older people in our community and through its qualified and trained staff offers expertise in and knowledge of available services and social activities as well as supporting older people who are experiencing social isolation or elder abuse and neglect.

Kerryanne Seaton, President Takapuna North Rotary; Olive Lee, President, North Shore Korean Rotary; Janferie Bryce Chapman, Age Concern; and Geoff Pownall, President, Takapuna Rotary, with the car presented to Age Concern North Shore.

Geoff Pownall, President of Takapuna Rotary Club, adds that Rotary's work addresses many of today's critical issues – “health, hunger, poverty, the environment, education, and literacy to name a few”. Other programmes focus on the development of young people with leadership training and student exchanges. “We are pleased to help vulnerable older people to access the services they need, through supporting Age Concern in this way.”

Established in 1905, Rotary was the world’s first service club organisations, and there are now more than 33,000 Rotary clubs around the world – its motto is “Service Above Self”.

For information on how to help Rotary make a difference, contact Geoff on 021 627 014.

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DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Thursday 4 July 2019 at 4pm (unless sold prior) DEBORAH DOWLING 021 248 0060 JAMES LEE 021 344 517

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GUNDRY'S GRUMBLES

Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character who is known for calling a spade a spade. This is his regular and lively contribution to Channel Magazine.

Impeccable sources... almost!

It’s funny, after several years of writing these articles for this two bit magazine, I’ve only been taken to task by one organisation who questioned my figures when mentioning the cost of something being done. (Publisher correction: now two organisations, see piece from Ports of Auckland that follows this column). This was the Devonport RSA, when some years ago I queried the extravagant cost of building the stone walls on Memorial Drive. On that occasion, I was called by a member of the Devonport RSA and I subsequently apologised for the misinformation I was given by my men at the coalface. Not too bad after so many years of enquiries and gaining information for projects of interest around the North Shore.

In last month’s article, I mentioned the new container cranes on the waterfront and the Localist bus services on the Devonport peninsula. Nobody has come forth to either confirm or deny my reporting.

About three years ago, I told you to cut out my column and hang it on the fridge for future reference. That was the budget for Len Brown’s inner city train loop, I told you to hang it on your fridge because the stated budget was for $3 billion, and now recently they have come out and stated that the budget has blown out by 30% to $4.4 billion. They are also saying that the costs are still unknown when it comes to installing the final mechanical workings. I’m saying right now that it will be over $6 billion by the time it finishes, and that does not include the ongoing costs and losses when it comes to running it and the trains start running through the tunnels.

When it comes to infrastructure projects, I think as a country we should understand the full costings of any major projects that are happening. A lot of people won’t care, but those of us who do, should be able to access this information. One of the projects in question I would like to know about would be the Waikato Expressway from Taupiri north through Huntly up to Hampton Downs; this project has been going on forever. There doesn’t seem to be any end in sight.

Another one is the Puhoi to Warkworth highway, and another is the Northern Busway between Constellation Drive going corth. These large infrastructure projects seem to have a limitless cheque book, with little or no accountability as to finishing dates and costings.

I remember seeing that Mayor Goff has promised to review all the Council entities such as Ports of Auckland, Auckland Transport and Panuku etc. in his next term if re-elected as Mayor. All I can see is that these three in particular have developed a law unto themselves mentality. I cannot understand why parking wardens from Auckland Transport go to Devonport with the supposed task of ticketing people around the business area, yet are seen wandering around the residential streets checking for Warrants of Fitness or registrations.

Recently a friend of mine got a ticket for parking over his own driveway.

When the SuperCity was foisted upon us several years ago, I thought that it was meant to save the ratepayers money. Instead we have these separate Council entities, each occupying their own expensive offices and their tiers of management and staff all costing us plenty. It certainly is time for a review.

A couple of years ago I mentioned the parking at New World supermarket and the Devonport carpark. I have it on very good authority that a consortium is doing a feasibility study on building a two level carpark on top of the existing carpark. This would enable the all day parking in Marine Square by the ferry building to

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be moved and that area to be turned into a park and garden area, therefore freeing up the waterfront from the 500 vehicles parked there each day. This would also alleviate the problem of the 40-odd ugly signs indicating taxi parks, no parking, time restrictions etc. that are currently dotted around the area. This construction would be as follows: bottom level parking would stay the same for supermarket shoppers and local shopping with a time limit of 120 minutes. Then Level 1 and Level 2 would be for all day parking, with a subsequent daily fee payable. This would be a completely private consortium and the structure would be owned by the consortium with 50% of the parking fees going to them and the remaining 50% allocated to the Devonport Community Trust to go towards local community projects in perpetuity.

The project would be at no cost to the ratepayer and would be completely built to a modern design with landscaping features with a German architectural and environmental company involved.

I personally believe this would be a brilliant answer to the parking problems in Devonport, the community would have a win win situation, freeing up the waterfront, gaining revenue from the parking fees and the forest of damned signs between the ferry buildings in Marine Square would be gone.

Anyway, watch this space.

It’s called Humble Pie… My friends at the Ports of Auckland have objected to some facts in my May column in Channel. It appears my sources were not impeccable on this occasion. Matt Ball, GM Communications at Ports of Auckland has provided this feedback on my column and I accept that things may not have been 100% correct…

Matt Ball (GM Communications, Ports of Auckland)…

Simon, I have a few grumbles of my own, and I’d appreciate you correcting the following errors in your May 2019 column: Your statement: “It seems that Ports of Auckland have got their way over the concrete mooring dolphins, 90 metres off Queens Wharf, hence an encroachment into the Harbour of another 90 metres. This is even after Mayor Goff stated that on his watch there would be no more encroaching into the Waitemata Harbour by Ports of Auckland. I heard him on the radio last month, saying that this would be a temporary encroachment and would be removed after other wharf facilities were completed to enable us to take these mega cruise ships. I see a Tui ad in this.”

Matt Ball, Ports of Auckland’s response: This is not a Ports of Auckland project and it is incorrect to say that “Ports of Auckland have got their way” over it. Queens Wharf is owned by Auckland Council and the Government, and the project belongs to Panuku Development Auckland. It’s particularly surprising that you’d say this is a Ports of Auckland project given that in the March column you say this about the same project: “Is there no end to the Council’s plans to encroach on our beautiful Waitematā Harbour.”

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TRADE & SERVICES

Your Statement: “While we are talking about Ports of Auckland, I have it on very good authority and from impeccable sources that the three huge cranes that miraculously appeared overnight at the Ferguson container wharf have not been able to be utilised due to the instability of the foundations to the wharf they are sitting on. The cost of these cranes was in the tens of millions of dollars, and they are sitting there, an eyesore, and unable to be used. I’d like to hear somebody from Ports of Auckland come out and explain to ratepayers what is going on here.

Are we looking at more concrete going into our Harbour, Mayor Goff? Let’s be honest about this.”

Matt Ball, Ports of Auckland’s response: I still cannot believe you would publish unsubstantiated rumours as fact and I can confirm that everything you have written in that paragraph is absolute bollocks. I can only conclude that your sources may have spent an enjoyable evening at one of Devonport’s many fine establishments and subsequently mistook their own instability for that of our wharf. The wharf and cranes are both solid as rock. We recently completed load testing on the cranes, successfully lifting 165 tonnes. The cranes are in the final stages of commissioning and will then be used as part of the testing in the run up to automation of the container terminal early next year.

Trade aND Services ON THE SHORE

Next Issue: July

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Matt Ball, Ports of Auckland’s summary: If you ever want to write anything about Ports of Auckland in future, please get in touch with me to check facts – or rumours. I’ve taken the liberty of signing you up to our monthly newsletter, Rapport. It’s a good source of accurate information about what Ports of Auckland is doing. I’ve also attached a one-pager about an upcoming Ports of Auckland project, channel deepening. It is likely to be of interest to your readers, so I thought it would be worthwhile giving you some detail. I look forward to your next, more accurate, column.

Content Deadine: June 17th

Channel Readers: If you’d like to keep up to date with what’s happening at Ports of Auckland, sign up to the monthly community newsletter, Rapport: http://www.poal.co.nz/rapport

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The Channel Crossword

Set locally by Mãyã, especially for Channel each month. No. 48

Solution to last month's crossword

This month's crossword will also be uploaded to the creator’s blog at: channelcrossword.wordpress.com There, Mãyã will kindly attempt to answer any questions or comments that may arise from the crosswords each month.

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21 See 6 22/8 Bury in c-court, with s-stories to keep you warm (6,8) 23 Powder of aluminium with copper in(tm)? (6) 25 Badly holding sodium - could be totalled (2,3)

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