Browns Bay Magazine June-July 2016

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The People Issue!

ANZAC Day a biggie for the RSA

KAITLIN’S crazy about Water Polo!

CHRIS WEBB & Coastguard North Shore

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For the month of March 2016, Harcourts Cooper a sold after auction and 17 still have our undivide negotiated on them.

It’s fair to say, that just about anybody could sell a house in this market!

Harcourts Cooper & Co Real Estate Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

But why risk it? With the market growing this fast, we are seeing life changing results each and every week!

With our proven success at Harcourts Browns Bay, rest assured that you get every dollar available in the market place. Trust your property with the team that’s doing the business.

Call Rob (Harcourts Browns Bay, Manager) & allow him to introduce you to one of our award winning consultants on 477 4259 or visit www.brownsbay.harcourts.co.nz *for the period of Jan 1 - May 13, 2016 Harcourts Cooper and Co Browns Bay conducted 74 Auctions of which 62 sold prior to or on auction day, 5 were sold after auction and 7 still have our undivided selling attention and are either; still available, under offer, withdrawn or having a contract negotiated on them.

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Transforming Communication

Kelly Samson

Julie felt mad. No……she felt steaming mad! How many times did she need to have this ‘discussion’ with her husband Mike? You could almost see the steam rising from her head as they threw words back and forth at each other. No matter what she said he just didn’t seem to get it!

It had all started so well, she knew what she wanted to say but it came out all wrong, and then Mike got all defensive and now she felt like she was in the wrong. What had happened? As they went back and forth the words became louder and sharper, it seemed to be a downward spiral. They both were talking but no one was listening!

The argument was bad enough but afterwards their connection that had been so wonderfully strong now seemed lost, cold and distant.

To make matters worse, she noticed that her kids didn’t seem to care what she said anymore either. Getting them to listen to her was all but impossible – she was at her wits end.

And then the a ray of light shone through the dark clouds. Julie heard about ‘Transforming Communication’ and it was like suddenly getting the instruction manual for having successful communication that actually worked. It turned out by really listening to her kids and then helping them solve their own problems they are all happier.

What a relief to figure out she didn’t need to take their on their problems after all and they were delighted!

Then by pausing to figure out what was really troubling her, fully owning that and then honestly talking about it with Mike, rather than just some surface distraction she felt so much calmer. Plus by doing this Mike now really hears her needs and wants, and she hears his.

It’s like a breath of fresh air on a summer’s day. They have their connection back and it feels wonderful for them both!

Now instead of feeling the distance between her loved ones they are all moving in harmony and growing together. The sound of yelling in the house has been replaced by laughter, love and smiles, not only in her family but with her work and friends also. By harnessing her authentic and effective communication life now feels great. ~Transforming Communications is ideal for anyone who is committed to improving their relationships and enjoying life fully~ Enquire at Momentum Coaching for full details on taking this step forward with transforming your authentic and effective communication.

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Browns Bay Business Association: From the Manager

Since the last magazine there has been a lot happening in Browns Bay. Our Mother’s Day promotion was again a great success and the introduction of prizes through competition’s on social media (Facebook) have a strong following and gave locals another chance to enter.

Mothers Day Winners

Grand Prize – Pamper & Escape Package including 2 nights at Riverside Matakana sponsored by New World, Amanda Barker Hair & Makeup, Skin Boutique.

Natalie from Torbay was the winner, she shopped at one of our new businesses, ‘Factory Outlet’ in Clyde Road.

The winners of our Follow & Win Mother’s Day social media promotion were…

Linda Ryan - SkinDeep Rebecca Burk - Indulge Rachel Barrett - Shore Wools Sarah Mills - O.W.L. Sherry Collins - E-thing Kathy Waugh - E-thing Lianne Timlin - Tranquility

Business Improvement District (BID) Extension

During April we held a postal vote for the businesses in Beach Road and parts of Bute Road and Anzac Road for them to join the rest of the businesses and form one larger group. I am pleased to announce that the vote was positive and all those businesses will now be part of the Browns Bay Business Association Incorporated and included in everything we do.

The best part for you, our local customers, is that as from 1st July, all these businesses will be listed in our user-friendly website, so you will be able to access any business from Browns Bay by one simple visit to www.brownsbay.org.nz.

Browns Bay Town Centre Plan

Yet another great piece of news is that the local board have done a draft up-date to the last Town Centre plan and it is now out in the public realm for comments. We have already had a meeting to discuss this with our business owners and landlords and will be having a workshop with local organisations to get a ‘bottoms up’ view from people who use the town centre. This is really exciting as we can create the vision from how we want to see our town centre look in the future.

Tradies Page for magazine

Continuing on the theme of putting Browns Bay businesses in contact with local residents, we are looking at starting a Tradies page in the magazine if we get enough interest. Contact Angela Johnson, our local magazine representative for more information (contact details below).

…the local board have done a draft up-date to the last Town Centre plan and it is now out in the public realm for comments.

Distribution of our magazine

Every edition we deliver over 14,000 copies of the magazine between Mairangi Bay and Long Bay. Occasionally homes get missed, so I would like to take the opportunity to ask you to email me on manager@ brownsbay.org.nz if you are not receiving your FREE Bi-monthly copy of the magazine. If you have ‘No Circulars’ or similar on your letter box, you will not receive the magazine as our delivery people are not permitted to put it in – so please don’t email me in this case.

Hope you enjoy reading the magazine.

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Out & About in the Bays ANZAC DAY at the RSA The East Coast Bays RSA was booming this year for the annual Anzac Day service. There were many service personnel in uniform from the entire range of services - the Army, Navy, Airforce, Sea Cadets and more. “It is always good to see so many locals and international members and alliances of forces here at this event,” says Browns Bay Mag’s Angela Johnson. "Being an ex Navy personnel member myself I can really appreciate the hard work that goes into looking good and boy did the men look good in uniform!”

The RSA in Bute Road is now back 'fully open' following the refurbishment as a result of the fire and is looking very smart indeed. Make sure you pop in for your next night out. It’s one of the best venues in the Bays!

Spenser Bennett - ex Army with Ernesto Arrascopaz Pilot and Jorgeo Canalles.

John Banks and Eric Banks ex Bomber Command Airforce Squadron 106.

Navy med - Nicholas Moore, MarineTec electrical - Gary Galvin, Brian Kino - Navy Diver.

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Out & About in the Bays We love Saturday’s in Browns Bay! Browns Bay is certainly the place to be on a Saturday – it is a buzzing place! The last Saturday in May was truly delightful as many headed on down to their local shops even with winter being in the air after a long hot summer. Despite the slight chill the sun made up for it and warmed up the afternoon. Many locals were out and about enjoying a stroll, browsing through shops, stopping at our many great cafes and bars and even still enjoying an ice cream or two! The Browns Bay Mag camera was in on the action!

Alexander and Tanya G.

Victor and Jayden Jo.

Hayley Geers, Matta Muller and Lauren Muller.

Claudia Koutnik, Nicole Brown and Gesin Gehrke.

Pan Callaghan and Vera Brooks.

Gill and Ross Cornes with Oisin Sanna and Otis with his special blue Ball.

Leandro and Araceli Piantelli with daughters Camila and Joaquina.

Nicholas and Marcus Carman.

Hi, I’m Yvette, a Westpac Mobile Mortgage Manager for East Coast Bays Life can be busy, and that’s why I can meet you at work, at home, or at a café when it suits you. And that’s seven days a week, so a mortgage specialist with a strong local focus like myself is always available to help with no obligation advice on:

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Residential lending for buying, building or renovating your new home Refinancing home loans from other lenders Home loan lending for the purchase of rental properties The best loan structure and solution for you and your situation Yvette Schrader Mobile Mortgage Manager East Coast Bays Phone: Mobile: Email: yvette_schrader@westpac.co.nz

To find out what I can do for you and to arrange a time to visit, give me a call or send me an email.

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Rangitoto Swim School

Rangitoto Swim School in the Heart of Browns Bay Rangitoto Swim School is now into its 15th year of operation.

Started by husband and wife team, Peter Simpson and Jane Geldard in 2001. Both have years of experience in the aquatic industry, so it was only a natural transition to move into owning one of the top swim schools in the heart of the Shore.

The swim school has the reputation for being “The Friendliest Swim School” on the Shore. That’s because the swim school is run by a family, for families. The main objectives are what is best for the children and for them to enjoy their swimming experience. Location is key for families, and parents find the parking right outside the door invaluable.

Classes are kept small, four children is the maximum number in the Learn to Swim Programme, meaning teachers are able to spend a lot of time with each child, encouraging them, improving their technique, and boosting their confidence. Each child also receives their own special Swim Passport which records their progression through each level.

The pool is heated to 33 degrees to facilitate the baby and toddler groups. Water testing is recorded every two hours and the pool equipment is kept in optimum condition.

The swim school changing rooms and main areas of the swim school are heated through the winter months, adding to our families’ requirements.

The swim school also sells googles, caps, boards and swim accessories.

If you would like to know more about the Swim School check out our web site, call us on 09 476 2223 or if you are in the area call in and check us out. Our physical address is 44c Anzac Road, Browns Bay.

CRUISING

EXPO Thursday 4 August

MARINE CENTRE BROWNS BAY Two sessions with Cruise presentations 3:00pm and 5:30pm Open 3:00 till 6:30pm for anyone who is planning cruise holidays big or small ships.

Over 20 Cruise lines represented

“Bring in your ideas and we will help you get there” RSVP: 25 July • 09 479 1003 or brownsbay@hot.co.nz

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Out & About in the Bays

Locals loving the beach!

Browns Bay beach is always a great place to go for a walk and enjoy this time of year. Browns Bay Mag’s Angela Johnson ventured 'out and about’ in late May to capture locals enjoying the sunshine. “We love this beach" commented one of the locals. "It’s a great place to walk, think and relax while spending time with family.

There is something really therapeutic about the sound of the waves hitting the shore line we are just so lucky to have a local beach like this to enjoy.”

Annette Perjanik, Peggie Griffen.

Nadia and Paul Bryne.

Terry Vivier from Stevens in Browns Bay and Jarrod Vivier from Grrruma - dog-grooming eating 80- 20 New Cafe food!

Esther Libby and Philip Stowers with son Carter Peaua.

Rosie and Ellen Park with dog Terry.

The Coffee Club Browns Bay’s friendly Team Members at the café’s first birthday party.

From left to right: Jack, Liam, Jin, Bruce and Phoebe.

Karin Burgos and Mark Crooks walking baby Daniela.

Dad, Dean Stanton with Mikhail and Luka.

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Optometry with Nicholls and Associates

Looking after our eyes in a digital age Bruce Nicholls

Working as an optometrist, I have seen an increasing need for computer eyewear. Demanding office hours and technological advances have increased the amount of time spent in front of digital devices. But the daily grind is exhausting on more than just the mind; it also strains and fatigues our eyes.

The majority of adults use digital media four to six hours a day.

For a good percentage of young adults the average usage is more than 12 hours a day.

Nicholls Optometrists now have a new prescription lens option designed to reduce digital eyestrain and relieve discomfort. We understand that technology is an important tool and digital habits aren’t likely to change anytime soon. What we can do, however, is learn how to safely use these devices while still protecting our eyes.

Symptoms of eyestrain include: • Eye redness or irritation, usually as a result of staring at the bright backlight of screens for long periods of time • Dry eyes caused by reduced blink rates • Blurred vision from focusing fatigue • Neck pain or headaches from poor screen positioning

Nicholls Optometrists now have a new prescription lens option designed to reduce digital eyestrain and relieve discomfort.

“Eyezen” is a new lens design that will reduce eyestrain when using digital devices. They offer extra focusing assistance at near along with reducing our exposure to harmful blue light emitted by digital screens. Eyezen lenses replace ordinary prescription single vision lenses and can be used to assist people who generally do not need a prescription lens.

Search for us online and book in to see if this new technology can help you or someone in your family.

To book an appointment with any of the optometrists at Nicholls, call us on 479-2316 or contact us via the website www.nichollsoptical.co.nz.

Nicholls & Associates Optometrists: Corner of Clyde and Bute Roads in Browns Bay.

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Nicholls & Associates Optometrists 72 Clyde Road, Browns Bay. Phone 479 2316 Email: info@nichollsoptical.co.nz or Visit: www.nichollsoptical.co.nz

Bays People: Erika Stanford

Erica Stanford with her family, Holly (8), Alex (4), and husband Kane.

A Chat with Erica Stanford

Chair of Browns Bay Business Association Erica Stanford is the Chair of the Browns Bay Business Association (BBBA) and is the Senior MP Support staffer at the East Coast Bays electorate office in Browns Bay. A local East Coast Bays girl almost her entire life, Erica is raising a family in the Bays, whilst working to make this part of the world a better place. Angela Johnson caught up with Erica to find out a bit more about her during May. ANGELA JOHNSON: You never really left the East Coast Bays, what was it that made you stay?

ERICA STANFORD: This place is paradise. Why would you want to leave a place as amazing as this? I was fortunate to travel internationally for my work for a number of years in my twenties and although it was a fantastic experience I never found anywhere like the East Coast Bays for living, working and raising a family.

This is a visually stunning place but it is the people that make it such an incredible place to live.

AJ: You work for Murray McCully, the MP for the East Coast Bays. What are some of the highlights of your work?

ES: The absolute highlight is being able to make a positive contribution to people’s lives. First and foremost my job entails supporting the local MP in his capacity as the representative of the constituents of the East Coast Bays.

The primary focus of my role is to resolve any issues that constituents may face, and some of these issues can be very challenging. Helping to solve problems and relieve people of stress and worry is the absolute highlight of my role.

Another aspect of my job is to connect with local community – organisations that also play a major part in supporting the people of the East Coast Bays. Being a part of this network of incredible people all working to support those in need is very rewarding.

AJ: In 2014, you were elected chair of the BBBA, what made you get involved in the association?

ES: Browns Bay has always been my local shopping area but it wasn’t until I started working here that I saw the incredible potential that the business district has. There is no other shopping district in Auckland right alongside such a spectacular beach.

I joined the business association board in 2013 to help with the transformation of Browns Bay into a vibrant and successful destination shopping centre that would attract people from all over Auckland looking for a different shopping experience.

Our focus is to turn Browns Bay into the main hub of the North Shore and to this end, we have some exciting new family events coming in 2017.

AJ: If people want to get involved in their local community and help others, where is a good place to start?

ES: I have recently been in touch with the the Salvation Army who do some incredible work and are very involved in the East Coast Bays community. They run an amazing programme called Senior Services, organising volunteers to visit elderly citizens in the community who feel alone and isolated. The Salvation Army are always looking for volunteers for this program so if someone was looking to donate a little of their time, they could get in touch with Lisa who coordinates the program on 09 4787567 xtn 225. www.brownsbay.org.nz

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Bays People: Kaitlin Howarth-Dawson

Kaitlin’s crazy about Water Polo Kaitlin Howarth-Dawson is a star Water Polo player at North Harbour Water Polo and represents New Zealand for her age group. The 15 year old started off playing Flippaball in year four for Browns Bay Primary School and from there her love for Water Polo progressed.

The Rangitoto College student tells Courtney Bennett about her upcoming trip to play Water Polo in Hawaii, what it takes to be a champion and why she’s crazy about her sport.

COURTNEY BENNETT: Why did you start playing Water Polo?

KAITLIN HOWARTH-DAWSON: I started playing Flippaball after my friends had said how much fun it was and how they needed more players. I then continued into Intermediate where Water Polo was the advanced version of Flippaball and I continued to enjoy spending time with my friends meanwhile playing a sport that we all loved.

CB: What skills do you need for Water Polo?

KHD: In order to play Water Polo you need to be able to swim and stay above the water. As well as swimming you should also be able to pass and catch a ball with one hand, although these skills can be taught, it is handy to already know this in order to give you a step up in the sport. You also need to be a team player as you are always with others and you have to work together in order to succeed.

CB: What qualities do you believe have helped you to represent New Zealand in Water Polo?

KHD: You need commitment and a great attitude that enables you to learn.

CB: What does it take to be a champion in your sport?

KHD: You need to be a team player. You also need to be determined to do the best that you can and committed to achieve well and improve.

Kaitlin Howarth-Dawson in action.

Photos by Ian Kennedy of North Harbour Water Polo www.northharbourwaterpolo.co.nz

CB: You’re off to Hawaii soon to play for Harbour in the Hawaii International Water Polo tournament, what’s the best part of travelling for your sport?

KHD: Playing against different countries as they have different tactics and ways of playing. I also thoroughly enjoy the team aspect of travelling as everyone becomes very close and no parents are involved.

CB: What’s the best part about representing your country?

KHD: Playing with other athletes that have the same passions as you and train as much as you do, as well as wearing the Silver Fern and knowing that you are one of the best players in the country.

CB: What do you do in your spare time?

KHD: In my spare time I play netball for Rangitoto College, complete my school work, hang out with my friends and spend time with my family.

CB: Do you have a mentor?

KHD: No I don’t have a mentor but I have got coaches and friends that I can go to in order to ask any questions and get clarification on moves and plays.

CB: What sort of training do you do?

KHD: I do swim training three hours a week as well as Water Polo specific trainings about 20 hours per week. I also do netball training four hours a week plus a game on a Saturday which helps me with my ability to chase down balls and predict where they are going as well as increases my fitness so that I can play at a higher standard for longer.

CB: What’s the best part of playing sport?

KHD: For me the best part of playing sport is the socialisation between my teammates and opposition teams. I enjoy knowing that my hard work has paid off.

CB: In 10 years time I’ll be…

KHD: Representing New Zealand in Water Polo. I will be training hard in order to qualify for the Olympic games and I’ll also be studying hard at university.

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Freyberg Restaurant & Cafe: News

Catch the morning sun at Freyberg Restaurant & cafe The Browns Bay mag team have discovered a little hidden secret in Browns Bay. If you are on social media it’s not so secret as locals have been whispering and recommending Freyberg Restaurant and Café constantly since it arrived on the scene a year or two back.

They are saying that’s a fantastic place to go and enjoy some generous cuisine and amazing meal deals which are being offered through social media and now right here in Browns Bay Magazine!

To make you feel totally at home Freyberg Restaurant & Café has also been recently refurbished so that you can enjoy an intimate dining experience as well as their sensational food.

Freyberg Restaurant & Café is run by chefs who not just love cooking but are opening the lid on their passion and as a result are cooking up a storm for Browns Bay and Bays foodies.

So what type of food can you find at Freyberg? They serve mainly European dishes but from June 1st there will also be a Sri Lankan night every Wednesday.

Freyberg Restaurant & Café is also open for breakfast from June 14th from 8.30am. So come on in, relax and enjoy the early morning sun as we are one of the only north-facing restaurant and cafes in Browns Bay!

If I own a house and rent it out, can I claim the expenses?

A. Yes when I declare income

B. No, never

C. If my tenants let me

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Need accounting help from your friendly local accountant?

Talk to Craig at SBA Browns Bay, and get the right advice.

For more information call us on 478 0202 brownsbay@sba.co.nz | www.sba.co.nz

Freyberg Restaurant & Café – 12 Inverness Rd, Browns Bay Open Tuesday to Saturday. Call in, or phone to book on 479 9622.

12 Inverness Rd, Browns Bay, 0630 To find out more visit:www.Freybergrestuarant.co.nz.

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Lumino Dentists: Torbay

Lumino Torbay has exciting news!

We have just added a new dentist to our practice Dr Peter Rucastle is an experienced and passionate dentist from South Africa. After graduating from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, in 1989 he practiced dentistry in the UK and South Africa, most recently owning his own successful practice in Johannesburg.

Peter believes in providing quality, affordable and lasting dental treatment options in a relaxed and virtually pain-free environment. He enjoys general dentistry but has a special interest in aesthetic dentistry, endodontics and oral surgery.

On a more personal note, Peter and his wife made the decision to move to New Zealand with their four children in order to achieve a healthier work-life balance and experience all the outdoor and cultural activities New Zealand has to offer.

A competitive cyclist (both road and MTB), Peter is looking forward to the fantastic cycling opportunities New Zealand has to offer and has already been out west to enjoy the wonderful Woodhill trails with the kids.

Peter feels Lumino Torbay is the perfect fit for him, since their vision of providing a positive, pain free and enjoyable experience for patients visiting the dentist or hygienist aligns so closely with his own. He is even more excited that they are now offering the Lumino Dental Plan as the plan offers members affordable, quality dental care.

Members of the Lumino Dental Plan receive a bundle of treatments to be used across the course of a year as well as other member benefits.

Dental Plan

Members of the Lumino Dental Plan receive a bundle of treatments to be used across the course of a year as well as other member benefits.

What the plan actually means is that for less than $1 a day, members receive one comprehensive dentist consultation (including exam and xrays), two standard hygiene visits and 10% off any additional treatments required (excluding implants and orthodontics). The plan is valid for 12 months and payments can made monthly or annually by direct debit. After 12 months, the plan automatically renews, your treatment bundle is refreshed and you are all set for another 12 months. Instead of paying $423 you’ll only pay $299, a saving of $124.

Contact the team at Lumino the Dentists in Torbay on 09 473 1400 to learn more about Dental Plan, or to book in your consultation with our new dentist Dr Peter Rucastle, or our much-loved Dr Kathleen Sandberg.

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Look after your smile for less than $1 a day* Terms & conditions apply. Please see lumino.co.nz/dentalplan for details. **Excludes implants and orthodontics.

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2 x standard hygiene visits As a Lumino Dental Plan member you’ll receive 10% off all other dental work**

Come on in to Lumino The Dentists Torbay and meet our newest dentist, Dr Peter Rucastle.

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Preparing for

the winter season We’ve been loving the magnificent autumnal weather and the lovely warm and dry days.

However, gardens cannot survive without rain and with many winter crops reliant on cold conditions in order to thrive, so we look forward to some cooler conditions for our gardeners to enjoy all the new seasons trees, shrubs and edibles. All the very best in new seasons roses, camellias and rhododendrons are arriving, and the most unusual and interesting of the bunch are often released first so don’t miss out on the very best of the selection available.

There’s a great range of winter colour options in store now.

It’s a great time to plant fruit trees and getting them established in time for summer.

For those with edible gardens, start planting new fruit trees like citrus, apples, pears, plums, peaches and nectarines. If you want fresh, juicy strawberries this summer, now’s the time to plant and our new seasons seedlings start arriving in June. It may seem early, but planting strawberries now will get them well established so they will fruit earlier and for longer so is totally worth the effort. Strawberries can be planted in tubs and containers, hanging baskets and even vertical gardens, just make sure you add a layer of strawberry straw on top of the soil to prevent slug damage and to keep the fruit from rotting down the track.

For winter colour start planting Alyssum, Forgetme-not, Pansies, Viola, Polyanthus, Primula, Poppy, Sweetpea, Cyclamen, Hollyhock, Lobelia,

Sweet William and Anemone. Adding shots of colour in to pots and containers around your deck and patio can make grey days seem a little less drab.

Over in the café, our new winter menu is going great with some new additions like Lamp Rump Risotto and Chicken Burger alongside your breakfast and lunch favourites. We’ve added a Green Goddess smoothie with mango and spinach which is a must try for anyone who hasn’t caught on to the green smoothie craze yet!

Have you seen our gorgeous collection of miniature garden accessories yet? Making your own mini garden is a great indoor project and is such a lot of fun. Using any old dish or bowl you can create a unique little scene, adding pebbles, small plants and our exquisitely detailed fairy doors, gnomes, woodland creatures and garden accessories. Visit our website for some ideas to get you started and then come in store and see this amazing wee range. Prices start from $7.99.

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Real Estate: With Geraldine Zareian, MREINZ, Barfoot & Thompson

Business Spotlight: Rodney Wayne, Browns Bay

Real Estate on the Shore Visit our Award Winning Salon Geraldine Zareian.

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The luxury property market increased by 65% last year to overtake Toronto, Canada. We now have more properties selling for over $1.5M than anywhere else.

Continued interest in property on the North Shore is evident both from within and outside of NZ. We have not seen the regular pattern of the 7 year cycle as there has not been a downturn. How long could this carry on? - anybody’s guess.

The OCR remained the same at the last review, which was a cautionary move. It is expected to lower after the next 6 week cycle.

This could lead to a lower rate for borrowing and make higher property prices more affordable on the monthly income for a while.

American Airlines will commence flying into Auckland from June 2016. How relevant is this you ask? People who travel on credit card Airpoints in the US will now be enticed to travel here. A surge of interest could see new players in the property market. This may create more competition! My prediction….

“The Best Way to Predict the Future is to Create it” Abraham Lincoln Contact: Geraldine Zareian, Barfoot & Thompson, Browns Bay. Free Dial: 215 2773 Mob: 021 184 0312 Email: g.zareian@barfoot.co.nz

NEW FUDGE PAINT BOX COLOR is also in store, Beat the Winter Blues with these NEW exciting colors for the season.

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Health and Wellbeing: with Physio Connect

Podiatry

Talking Feet with Steven Zinsli, Podiatrist at Physio Connect

- A profession in its infancy The little guy no one knows much about…

Steven Zinsli

Lucky for you Steven Zinsli, the resident Podiatrist at Physio Connect, helps you turn to the page of enlightenment. Providing this interesting article on his profession.

Podiatry originates from ancient Greek times. ‘Pod’ means ‘foot’ and ‘iatros’ means ‘physician’ – put them together and boom! Magic happens.

We are health professionals specialising in the treatment of the foot and lower limb. As time has progressed and levels of education have improved we have developed our clinical knowledge to the treatment of biomechanical hip and knee pain also. However like all specialists, we have a real focal area that is the bag of 26 bones that you walk on that most people seem to neglect across the course of their life.

Let me preemptively answer the question a lot of people are asking themselves – Why would someone go into a profession where they have to touch feet for a living?

The truth for me is that I fell into it after a conversation at university with a lecturer of podiatry who said a magic sentence to me. “You can become a surgeon”. I was sold and signed up. Since that day I have never looked back. Now I work over 50 hours a week in a job I love, with a passion for working with individuals to satisfy their diverse needs.

exercise programs, orthotics, taping, injection therapies or minor surgical procedures.

Unfortunately, with musculoskeletal injuries often it is not a one hit treatment and it’s more likely you will leave with an activity program and the message... “We can only do so much together, a lot of the treatment will be done at home”. We will follow you up in a few weeks to ensure things are going as plan and to modify the treatment If you have come in for general care, the treatment will go into a bit more depth around general health. As it is likely we will see you every 6 to 8 weeks, which is hopefully more often than you are visiting the doctor. We have the ability to monitor health status with blood pressure, blood glucose levels and neurological status. Consider it a WOF. If any alarm bells ring we will advise you to see your primary care physician.

So next time you have an ache or pain in your foot, spare a thought for the individual that specialize in foot and lower limb care. Put your feet in our hands so we can work together to save your soles.

So there we have it, the life and treatment of a podiatrist. If you have any questions about foot pain don’t hesitate to find us on Facebook at Physio Connect or The Foot Guy.

Now, you’re probably thinking – What does a podiatrist do in a day?

• For me personally it looks a little like this:• I walk through the door at 6.30am to prep for the day, answering emails that I have received after 8pm the night before.

• At 7am I see my first patient for the day, as some people require treatment before their own work day.

• From 7am to 5pm there is a constant flow of patients presenting with all kinds of nail, skin, foot, knee and hip pathologies.

• Lunch is an interesting concept I have yet to really discover and is often snuck in a five minute break between patients.

• I finish at 5pm or 6pm depending on the day, to ensure I can see patients that have finished work at 4pm.

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The best part of my job for me is minor surgical procedures and seeing the relief on a patients face after the pain that may have been present for months – sometimes years – is finally gone.

Are you reading this thinking “Hey, I’ve suffered foot pain”? Well you’re not alone. Statistically 60% of individuals will suffer some kind of foot pain, not to mention the increased risk of foot pathology that can occur by completing different activities. Like wearing heels or long term conditions that may manifest in the foot, like diabetes.

What are you getting yourself into when you walk into a podiatry appointment?

First we get the legal obligations out of the way. Then we delve into a history about prior surgeries, medications, occupation and more. This is to get a holistic view of you as an individual and to piece together the puzzle as to whether anything in your history is a contributing factor.

Then we get specific, asking about your pain.

After that we ask you to take your shoes off which often leads to a response of “sorry if my feet smell” – almost every time. Trust me, if you’re in pain, the smell of your feet are the least of your worries and just remember there is always a set of feet that will smell worse!

After we poke and prod around, watch you walk and give you some feedback on the results we will usually provide a diagnosis and a treatment plan. Which may include, further imaging studies, home

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Bays People: Chris Webb

Critical work for Coastguard North Shore Chris Webb has volunteered for Coastguard North Shore for 15 years and has previously held roles as the President, Treasurer and Committee Member within the organisation. He’s also had a career in corporate sales, sales management and international marketing for multinationals. Aside from Coastguard, he currently has an online business and works part time in a storage facility. This month Chris tells Courtney Bennett about his involvement with Coastguard, their affiliation with the Browns Bay Markets and how crucial local community support is.

COURTNEY BENNETT: What is your role at Coastguard?

CHRIS WEBB: I am on one of the seven crews we have in the Browns Bay based unit. There are 47 on-water crew members and 11 dry crew members. I am a past Treasurer, President and a Committee Member and am involved in long term fundraising for the unit.

CB: How did you get started in the Coastguard?

CW: I purchased my own boat and spoke to a Coastguard North Shore crew member one Sunday morning about joining Coastguard. They were looking for volunteers and next thing I know I am on a crew. I have been with the unit 15 years.

CB: What do you enjoy most about your job?

CW: Job implies we are paid. Coastguard North Shore is a 100% volunteer organisation, with no central or local government funding. There is nothing more satisfying than having boaties say thank you after you helped them out. This may be because we assisted when they had broken down, had a fire on board, their boat sunk or they had a fish hook in their finger. It is very humbling when we deal with a major medical event or searching for a lost person and the outcome becomes a tragedy, when we can provide closure for the family.

CB: The Brown’s Bay markets raises much needed funds for Coastguard, what is the money raised used for?

CW: Six years ago we were offered the opportunity to manage the market. We formed a charitable trust to act as the go between the market and Coastguard North Shore. It also means we can support local community projects. It costs approx $80,000 a year to run the unit which we need to raise ourselves.

This does come from various sources but major capital costs (replacement engines, navigation equipment, crew clothing etc) are covered by the market. For the new rescue boat, the market will be providing $230,000 towards the final cost of $640,000 (36%) which we have been accruing over the past six years. We have also supported the local community by funding various projects. The latest was the revamped Sherwood Reserve play ground where we provided $37k towards the final cost.

CB: How crucial is the local community’s support?

CW: No support, no market, no funding, it’s as simple as that.

Coastguard through the Browns Bay Market Charitable Trust can not thank the local board members Julia Parfit and David Cooper enough for their ongoing support. If we didn’t have the support of the stallholders and public, we would need to go to the gaming trusts for funding as most community and sports groups do. By operating the market, means there is at least $230k more in the funding pot as we are not chasing that amount from the trusts for the new rescue vessel. Not only do we need the support of North Shore businesses and the community to close the current shortfall for our new rescue vessel. We also need to provide long term funding of the unit as the market is shrinking in size, therefore the revenues are 16

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Chris Webb in action for the Coastguard.

dropping. We will need a new vessel in 10 years, a major mid life refurbishment by 2021 at the latest, engines and navigation equipment every 2-3 years, plus crew wet weather clothing when the current ones wear out. Funding never stops and in marine rescue the capital costs are high.

CB: What local events do you most look forward to and why?

CW: The Christmas parade is a highlight on our calendar. It is great to walk alongside fellow unit volunteers and watch the reaction of the children as they see Santa Clause on board North Shore Rescue. Coastguard can also spend time together in the public environment and feel proud to wear the uniform.

CB: What’s the rest of 2016 looking like for Coastguard?

CW: We are currently building our new rescue vessel costing $640,000. Despite funding arranged by Coastguard Northern Region, the ASB, a local community grant and the market, we are $135,000 short of our target, so we are focusing on raising that over the next six months. This means we can take delivery of the new boat before the 2016/17 summer.

CB: What do you do in your spare time?

CW: Coastguard patrol once a month and the market every Sunday do take up my spare time.

CB: If you could do something else for a day, what would it be?

CW: A V8 super car driver.

To find out how you can support Coastguard North Shore, go to their website: www.cgns.co.nz

Oasis Interiors: Browns Bay

Local Commercial Refurbishment and Fit Out Welcome to Oasis Interiors + Construction your local commercial refurbishment and fit out company.

We are a Browns Bay based construction company and specialise in delivering bespoke fit-out projects across the retail, entertainment, hospitality, commercial and education sectors.

Our management team has 40 years of experience in the construction industry and in that time we have obtained extensive experience completing both large and small projects of the highest quality, we use excellent subcontractors who share our desire to produce exceptional results.

The primary motivation of Oasis Interior Construction is to provide our client with a stress free professional service, we achieve this by offering resourceful and efficient building solutions and practices. Our experience incorporates all aspects of both the hands on side of the construction industry as well as construction management. We are an innovative company, and on past projects have managed to implement cost saving strategies that have been of great benefit to our clients.

We have an excellent health and safety record and a comprehensive up to date health and safety policy that is implemented on all our projects regardless of size.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING. “You have no idea how much we love it. It is absolutely wonderful.

Thanks again, so,so, so so much for all you have done for us. We can’t believe the difference it has made to our learning spaces and the noncontact and break area for the teachers is so much more comfortable and relaxing.

We will always be grateful for the support we have received from you and Oasis."

Penelope Harding, Browns Bay Community Crèche

“Their highly professional yet can-do attitude made them a pleasure to deal with. They were very attentive to the budget requirements and always transparent and communicative, during even the most challenging times.”

“This was our first experience with Oasis and it was certainly the right decision for us. From my experiences I do recommend them and would certainly use them again.”

Mark Douglas, Reading International Ltd “David and Greg were very professional from the initial quoting phase and then throughout the entire building works. They delivered the job on time and on budget despite the normal difficulties encountered with these sort of projects. We will look to use their services again when we have another building project” Rhys Mountfort, Managing Director Kiwi Investments (NZ) Ltd Oasis Interior Construction completed an extensive interior refurbishment of the Takapuna Library. The project covered a floor area of 3000m2 and was completed within a tight set library closure period of 6 weeks.

“David Karim and Greg Ward had an excellent attitude and were able to offer-up creative solutions for any problems that inevitably come up on any renovation project.

We were able to quickly develop a working relationship with Oasis to deliver a demanding project, SGA would happily recommend using Oasis Interior Construction for any scale interior project”.

Roy Tebbutt, SGA Architects Level 1, 41-45 Clyde Road, Browns Bay David Karim 0212856689 or Greg Ward 0212856683 david@oasisinteriors.co.nz or greg@oasisinteriors.co.nz Phone 099506125 www.oasisinteriors.co.nz

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Well Foundation: Update

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.

Brought to you by Board Chair Craig Donaldson and CEO, Andrew Young.

Well Said

Andrew Young.

Craig Donaldson.

Ambitious goals make for outstanding achievements.

We’ll be sticking to these wise words as we begin training soon for the 2016 ASB Auckland Craig Donaldson, Andrew Young, Robert Marathon on 30 Paine, Allison Roe, Dr Andrew Brant, Dr Lester Levy, and Mark Jeffries.

October. Along with a number of Waitemata DHB board members, staff and our own board trustees, we’ve entered to raise funds for the Well Foundation.

Some of the team are taking on the 21km half marathon, while the extra brave ones are lining up the full 42km. We’re all thrilled to have local running legend, Allison Roe on board with us. Allison is putting together our training programme with her own tips and as the former winner of the Boston and New York marathons, we’re sure she’ll provide us some good insight to get us to the start line in top condition!

We’d love you to join our team too and there’s nothing like a big goal to help you keep motivated over the winter months. All you need to do is register for whatever distance you’d like to run (or even walk) via www.aucklandmarathon.co.nz and then contact the Well Foundation on 09 447 0138 or info@wellfoundation.org. nz and we’ll help you set up your own fundraising page. You can also follow the team’s progress by visiting our fundraising pages at www.givealittle.co.nz/org/wellfn. Just click the “Fundraisers” tab at the top of the page to see how we’re doing. If you’re not able to take part, we’d be grateful for any support.

In other exciting news, this month we’ve funded lifesaving training equipment for DHB medical staff with strong support from our local community. The maternal foetal simulator will offer cutting edge training for maternity and emergency staff to help them prepare for a range of pregnancy, birthing and post pregnancy complications, amongst other things.

We’re also closing in our $122k target to equip DHB community therapists with iPads to help them deliver even better care to their patients and reach more in need. Please visit www.wellfoundation. org.nz or call 09 447 0138 if you’d like to know more or donate to the final $4.5k.

Later this month, from 24 – 26 June, our friends at Takapuna Beach Business Association are setting up an Ice Skating Rink outside the council building on The Strand with all proceeds to the Well Foundation. Entry is $5 per person or $15 for a family of four and you’ll find more info at www.takapunabeach.co.nz.

Finally, if you’re at North Shore Hospital over the next few months, you’ll see the new Sky Bridge in place between the main hospital tower block and Elective Surgery Centre (ESC). We’re proud to have supported this project to enable the hospital to make use of vacant beds at the ESC when the main tower is at capacity, particularly in the busy winter months. We look forward to telling you more and sharing pictures next month.

Until next time, go Well!

Well Foundation, Level 2, 15 Shea Tce, Takapuna, Auckland www.wellfoundation.org.nz The Well Foundation is the official charity supporting Waitemata District Health Board

Responding to Bullies As a speaker with Cerebral Palsy I regularly go in to speak at schools and get asked “how did you respond to bullies when you were at school?” I feel useless that I can’t answer it to the degree that one may expect, that I don’t have a black and white solution because bullying was never an issue for me.

The tough times in my youth of feeling alone, vulnerable and uncertain of the world and my future within it, were self created with no one else to blame but me. As master motivator Zig Ziglar would say I was the victim of my own “stinking thinking”. When, and on occasion there were the words yelled at me such as “hey weirdo”, that’s not bullying but curiosity through a lack of education. I know this because as I step on a stage people have a perspective of me (some chuckle) which is different compared to when I step off the stage and I’m getting questions, props through social media and photos – often with the chucklers leading the charge.

The transition has come through sharing and observing. Which is great for a speaker, but we shouldn’t have to wait till someone's name is up in lights before we appreciate them for who they are.

Recently I heard from a boy who’s accent sounded just like that of comedian Micheal Macintyre but who gets bullied every single day because of the way he talks.

Recently I heard from a girl who had her whole life ahead of her but was believing that most people were inherently mean.

Just last month the world had ‘Pink Shirt Day’ to speak up, stand together and stop bullying. It cuts me that bullying is such an issue for so many and I wish it was as simple as pushing stop but maybe it’s not much more complicated than dreaming, sharing, believing and waking up to be the best us that we can be because; • We can’t achieve great things without seeing great things, and optimists have way more fun.

• Simple words inspire big actions and people who see opportunities rather than assume challenges really do build the dream.

• Believing may mean we have to step outside our comfort zone but that’s because belief isn’t passive but active.

• If we knew we could wake up with the pleasure of knowing an absolute gem of humanity I believe we’d feel much better knowing we were the one that believed in them rather than the one that gave them a hard time.

When we appreciate people for who they are today and who they can be tomorrow we create schools, workplaces and communities where all people feel safe, valued and respected, that is awesome!

Inspirational Speaker Book Cam and inspire new levels of awesomeness with your team.

Contact Cam 02111 26 598

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Rotary Browns Bay: North Shore Jumbo Tennis

North Shore Jumbo Tennis tournament run by Rotary Browns Bay

Rotary Browns Bay’s first foray into Jumbo tennis was an unqualified success according to all the varied competitors.

The winning double was Jose Gonzalez from Spain and partnering Kevin Schaad from Switzerland. These two lads represented the Unique language school and in their four man team they also included Bruno Schwember from Chile and Tobias Stucki from Liechtenstein.

However the overall four person team winner was the Hibiscus Hockey group from Orewa Taxation Services.

The language school lads won the final against the hockey fellas 11-10 and as suggested it was close all the way in the seven minute final.

Some $6,000 was raised for Ronald McDonald House and the Auckland City Mission.

Well done Rotary Browns Bay!

From left: Bruno Schwember (Chile), Jose Gonzalez (Spain), Kevin Schaad (Switzerland), & Tobias Stucki (Liechtenstein).

Bronwyn Ellison and Merv Huxford.

Bays Martial Art Academy: News

Thank you Browns Bay! Last week Bays Martial Art Academy had a parent drop in who had recently moved to Browns Bay. Her first comment was “Wow I can’t believe how much choice and variety you offer to the Browns Bay Community."

Thinking about this and counting up the 40 classes a week available, the team felt super proud, but also privileged to now be able to offer a brand new choice for the Community – 3 Yoga classes a week for adults!

Many of you in the community know the super talented Vinyasa Flow Yoga Instructor - Nicola Simpson who until recently taught at Beachside Gym. With a strong following wherever she teaches, Nicola makes the newest Yogi’s comfortable and for the more experienced she also offers plenty of advanced techniques. With so many in the community now trying these new Yoga classes we think Nicola has got the perfect balance offering the key benefits of – Relaxation, Muscle Toning and Improving your balance.

Like all things good there are so many different types of Yoga styles. Vinyasa is a flowing style of yoga that links the breath with movement. The focus is on the inhale and the exhale as you move from one pose to the next.

So who is doing Yoga? This is a mixture of Mums & Dads who need a bit of ‘me time’ as well as active retirees who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

So what are the benefits? Vinyasa yoga serves as a strengthtraining process and helps build lean muscle mass throughout the body. The different poses, especially the standing, arm balances, backbends and inversions utilise body resistance while placing stress on muscles and fatiguing them. The continual flowing movements help stretch and elongate your muscles while they are being strengthened, allowing greater mobility and range of motion.

And of course Yoga works on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels to connect the mind with the body and relieve stress and anxiety. Mindfully moving through the continual flowing poses during a vinyasa class can help alleviate the static thoughts that may be running through your head. Focusing on the inhale and exhale of your breath results in a positive, calming effect on your central nervous system.

“We believe Yoga is the perfect complement to our other fitness programs we offer the community and it is great to see not only new faces but lots of familiar faces from Beachside continuing to enjoy Yoga in Browns Bay” Says Caroline Hazelden, School Owner.

To check out the online special including a Free Yoga Mat jump across to www.baysmartialarts.co.nz or call 4799956 for more details.

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Education: Long Bay College

Long Bay College students take a bite out of the Big Apple In the April school holidays, 20 Long Bay College students and two teachers went on a two week Business Faculty trip to the United States.

The trip began in San Francisco and included a trip to Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf and a tour of Stanford University. The Q&A session with 2006 dux of Northcote College Richard Stebbing of Primer was very engaging, while presentations and tours at Apple, Intel, Kiwi Landing Pad and PayPal were all fun and interesting. A full creative workshop on design thinking was held by Google and enjoyed by all.

A 5-hour flight took the group to its next stop, New York. Highlights included a trip to the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square, Rockefeller Centre and Central Park. An historical and merchandising tour of department store Macy’s showed the students how and why they display their products as they do. Tours to the United Nations Headquarters and Columbia University were informative, and a tour of Wall Street

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Highlights included a trip to the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square, Rockefeller Centre and Central Park. and a capital markets simulation got the students all fired up.

The group also had the moving experience of visiting the 9/11 Memorial where they went inside and up to the 66th floor of the new One World Trade Centre.

Top Scholar Assembly

Banding together

Earlier this year, a ceremony to honour the top students from the 2015 New Zealand Scholarship examinations was held at Parliament in Wellington.

Thomas Morrison, who was in Year 13 at Long Bay College last year, attended to receive his award as the top student in the country for Design and Visual Communication.

Other dignitaries and invited guests also Thomas Morrison, Sue Suckling. in attendance included Thomas’ parents, his teacher Mr Paul Bourdot, the Minister for Education, the Hon Hekia Parata and the Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. John Key, who spoke and presented some of the awards.

Thomas’ award was presented by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority Board chair Sue Suckling [pictured].

Thomas is currently studying engineering at Canterbury University and becomes the third top scholar from Long Bay College to gain this prestigious award for Design and Visual Communication.

The Long Bay College Concert Band held its annual camp at Shakespear Lodge on Whangaparoa Peninsula and the 40 members made the most of the time away, practicing for over 10 hours during the weekend!

Director Leah Munroe worked with the entire band, and there was also a two hour workshop with David Squire. An hour and a half of sectional Long Bay College Concert Band. rehearsals involved a variety of guest tutors making their way to the group.

As well as music, the annual sand sculpture competition was held on the beach before the camp concluded with a performance to parents on Sunday afternoon. A special thank you to all the staff and parents who attended this very successful camp.

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Browns Bay Real Estate: with Angela Johnson

Lack of housing supply continues to increase regional growth in house prices As autumn leaves fall and the cold wet weather begins, it pays to take an active approach to your areas housing market. Learn, know and discover the real time value of your home with Ray White in Browns Bay. According to the latest figures issued in a press release from the REINZ dated the 11th May 2016 the sales volumes and the median house prices across New Zealand hit new record highs, with many regions showing a growing Halo Effect.

Chief Executive Colleen Milne stated that “The April data confirms the continued strength of the real estate market right across New Zealand driven by chronic lack of supply. Anecdotal evidence suggests that investors outside of Auckland are increasingly looking to real estate investments to improve their yield compared to bank deposits.”

So are our house values on the rise still?

When looking at April 2016 compared to April 2015 - The National median house price in New Zealand rose 8.2% and in money terms equated to $29,000. The AUCKLAND house market saw an increase in sales on the Auckland house market by 1.7 % which is the first annual sales increase since October 2015 and again the data showed the fourth largest increase in the median price at 12.8 % when compared to April 2015.

Are there fewer houses on the market and what will the winter months have in store for anyone wanting to sell this year?

“The winter months typically show a decline of houses on the North

Shore market and the question is can history repeat itself? Back in 2014 we saw many buyers turning up to compete over houses at auctions due to less supply and a high demand. My personal prediction is that we will see a small but steady rise into the summer months of 2016. Do you want to know the value of your home? Give me a call as I will be monitoring all Auckland sales statistics closely in the months ahead.

It is important to note that due to lower mortgage rates – first time home buyers combined with investors could be adding pressure to our housing market. This is still good news for vendors wanting to sell their homes in the months ahead and the average time it takes to sell a property in Auckland at the moment is 32 days. The recent financial stability report overview from the reserve bank (May 2016) warns that they are closely monitoring developments to assess whether further financial policy needs to be put in place. Auckland prices remain stretched relative to incomes and recent data suggests that price pressures are emerging. They say that reducing the imbalance between housing demand and supply in the Auckland region remains essential if the house price appreciation is to be contained over the longer term.

Thinking of selling your home, do not delay! - List and Sell with Angela Johnson from Ray White Browns Bay. Angela.Johnson@raywhite.com 021 107 6637.

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