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Master AND Apprentice Shore Junction We profile Takapuna's edgy new craft beer bar

Where ideas collide and future paths forge

Red walks Te Araroa

We catch up with Red Lunday de Waal near the end of her epic journey

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World Class NZ wines… remarkably only $29.99!

Hi from Jeff, This month I’m showcasing two world-class wines from Trinity Hill, that can be bought for small prices by comparison to their international quality peers…Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2015 and Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels ‘The Gimblett’ 2014.

Trinity Hill co-founders John Hancock and Robert & Robyn Wilson were among the Gimblett Gravels’ pioneering producers, planting their first vines on its now famous, stony soils in 1993. Their inaugural wines off the 1997 vintage were critically acclaimed scooping several Champion Trophies and Gold Medals. In 2000, a further 20-hectare parcel of prime Gimblett Gravels land was purchased, named “Gimblett Stones” where Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot plus areas of Tempranillo, Syrah and Viognier were planted. 2017 will mark their 20th vintage off the Gimblett Gravels, during which time there have been many great wines, led by their flagship Homage Syrah (circa $125/bottle and deservedly so), repeatedly praised by the worlds leading wine critics. Homage is an amazing flagship red, but it’s the Black Label Gimblett Gravels wines selling under $40/bottle that truly define this leading Hawkes Bay and New Zealand wine producer for me. Homage aside, the Gimblett Gravels wines are the finest expressions of Trinity Hill estates. The best fruit, finest oak and most expensive, meticulous winemaking practices are reserved for these wines… and believe me it is apparent in these two!

Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2015 $29.99 /bottle

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In October 2016, I visited Burgundy staying in the village of Puligny Montrachet. Late one afternoon we partook of a platter of charcuterie and a bottle of Premier Cru (NZ$120/bottle) Puligny Montrachet; great company, tasty food and superb Chardonnay, an experience long remembered. Two weeks after returning to NZ, I was reviewing this 2015 GG Chardonnay and it was truly a light switch moment! The likeness in quality and style to the Premier Cru Puligny Montrachet we had been savouring in Burgundy 2 weeks earlier, was emphatic, they could only be separated on price… the Puligny Montrachet 4 times the price of Trinity Hill. It exudes the rich stone fruits of Gimblett Gravels tempered with the nutty, flinty notes and elegant structure of fine white Burgundy. It’s remarkably priced and under screw cap and stored in quality conditions, you can expect it to age gracefully through 10-15 years, perhaps longer. 3 Gold Medals and two 5-Star ratings are well justified but seem almost underwhelming given its stunning quality, let alone its outrageous value!

Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels ‘The Gimblett’ 2014 $29.99 /bottle

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It’s a long held FWD Co. opinion ‘The Gimblett’ is the finest red wine value in the Hawkes Bay and this 2014 release has gone to another level! It’s always exuded excellent varietal fruits, judicious use of high quality French oak and notable tannin/acid balance. However, this 2014 has a captivating prettiness on the nose, translated to greater elegance on the palate, whilst lacking nothing for concentration and power. 49% Cabernet Franc – 39% Cabernet Sauvignon – 9% Merlot – 3% Malbec, it’s the first time ‘The Gimblett’ has been Cabernet Franc dominant. This brings haunting floral aromatics and finer structure to the opulent fruits delivered from the ripe 2014 vintage. The palate is rich, complex and smooth with a cool, delicate freshness like top Right Bank Bordeaux.

Like its sister 2015 Chardonnay… its outrageous value, its outstanding quality is confirmed with the equivalent of eight 5-Star ratings from a host of leading critics. It is a 20-year cellar prospect if properly stored and left to age, however with its impeccable balance it will drink beautifully right now, particularly if matched with aromatic meat dishes or aged cheddar.

During March, our Constellation Drive SuperStore customers can snap up stocks of these two world-class Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels wines at the extraordinary price of $29.99/bottle each… enjoy!

Cheers, Jeff Poole, Proprietor FWD Co.

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Mairangi Arts Centre Tutors’ Showcase exhibition, until March 12th, Mairangi Arts Centre

World Premiere One Woman Show - Fish Saw, The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna, , 8:00pm

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Daniel O'Donnell With Mary Duff Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 7:00pm Summer Fun Preschool Play – Devonport, Windsor Reserve, Devonport, 9:30– 11am

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Mindfulness - Koru Sunnynook Community Centre 7:30pm for 4 weeks

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‘Supercharge Your Health’ evening community class by Golden Yogi at IE Produce, Takapua, 7-9pm.

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International Women’s Day Education Evening “Lighten up the Workload” Wednesday 8 March, 7.00pm-9.30pm, The Junction Eatery, 39 Birkenhead Ave, Book before 20/2/17.

Ticket Sales: www.eventbrite.com/e/ international-womens-day-educationevening-lighten-up-the-workloadtickets-31342235 Mapura Studios Exhibition, Mairangi Arts Centre, until 2 April.

Summer Fun Preschool Play – Bayswater, Bayswater Park, 9.30 – 11:00am

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Basketball League for Kids YMCA North Shore, Northcote, 3:35pm

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Bayswater, Bayswater Park, 9.30 – 11:00am

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Bayswater, Bayswater Park, 9.30 – 11:00am

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Bayswater, Bayswater Park, 9.30 – 11:00am

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Devonport, Windsor Reserve, Devonport, 9:30– 11am

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‘Supercharge Your Health’ evening community class by Golden Yogi at IE Produce, Takapua, 7-9pm.

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A Tour of Matakana With Daniel Schuster Fine Wine Delivery Co., Mairangi Bay 6:30pm

Summer Fun Preschool Play – Devonport, Windsor Reserve, Devonport, 9:30– 11am

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‘Supercharge Your Health’ evening community class by Golden Yogi at IE Produce, Takapua, 7-9pm.

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Bayswater, Bayswater Park, 9.30 – 11:00am

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Summer Fun Preschool Play – Devonport, Windsor Reserve, Devonport, 9:30– 11am

Every Monday Devonport Probus, Rose Centre, 10am12.30pm Tai Chi for beginners, Devonport Community House, 11.30am. Also Wednesdays

Every Tuesday Harcourts Cooper & Co Beach series, Takapuna Beach, 5pm Pilates In the Park, Browns Bay Beach, 9.30-10.15am. Also Thursdays 9-9.45am Kids Athletics Series Tuesdays 21 February to 28 March, 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Vauxhall Sports Reserve, Rugby Grounds, Devonport

Every Wednesday Devonport Jets Run, Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 6-7pm Pilates In the Park, Takapuna Beach Cafe, 10.30-11.15am

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John McGough Trumpeter-DJ Birkenhead RSA, Birkenhead, 6:30pm / Jazz Sublime With Rome Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 8:00pm / Rock Alliance Française French Film Festival, Berkeley Cinema, Takapuna, 6:00pm

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Sunnybrae Normal School International Food Festival, 4.30 - 7pm Peppa Pig Muddy Puddles Live!

Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 10:00am North Shore Home & Garden Show North Shore Events Centre, Silverfield, Wairau Valley 10 March - 12 March 10:00am – 5:00pm Mixing It Up Painting Events The Commons, Takapuna 7:30pm

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The End of The Heroic Era Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, Devonport , Friday 24 March 2017 – Sunday 26 March 2017

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Closing date for Wood Craft Festival at Lakehouse Arts Centre entries. Email programmes@ lakehousearts.org.nz

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Every Friday Chair Yoga for people with limited mobility, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 10.4511.30am Club 55 – Tenpin Bowling, Xtreme Entertainment, Target Court, 10am

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Devonport Family Fun Trail Sunday 5th March 2017.

Register between 10:00am-11:00am at Windsor Reserve.

Tame the Trees, Fundraising Event, 10.00am - 1.00pm, Mairangi Bay Playcentre, 112 Kowhai Road, Mairangi Bay Public Talk: Warwick Brown, Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote, 2-3pm.

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Silverdale Adventure Park Market Day - 11.00-3.00, 2104 East Coast Road, Silverdale Women's Street Smart Free Self Defence Workshop , Massey University Albany Campus, 10:00am 20th Lakeside Multicultural Festival The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna 1:00pm

Meet The Tutors Day, Mairangi Arts Centre Belmont School Fair and Battle of the Schools Competition, Belmont Primary School from 11am.

North Shore Notables exhibition opening at Lakehouse Arts Centre, 12.30pm.

Fairburn Rocks exhibition opening at The Depot Artspace, Clarence St, Devonport, 2pm.

Women's Street Smart Free Self Defence Workshop , Massey University Albany Campus, 10:00am Che Fu & King Kapisi Summer Courtyard Sessions The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna 4:00pm

White Night - White Works, exhibition opening at Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote, 6-10pm.

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Fragments: David Barker exhibition opening at The Depot Artspace, Clarence St, Devonport, 2pm.

Tiki Taane Summer Courtyard Sessions The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna, 4:00pm Relay for Life Auckland North AUT Millennium, Mairangi Bay, Auckland Saturday 25 March 2017 4:00pm and Sunday 26 March 2017 10:00am

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Brian Greene: A Time Traveller's Tale, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 6:30pm 2017 D3 Turbo Touch Beach Series Mairangi Bay Beach Volleyball Centre, Mairangi Bay, 10:00am

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Every Sunday Kennedy Park WWII Trust Tunnel Opening, every second Sunday, Kennedy Park, 11am-2pm.

Browns Bay Sunday Market, 25 Anzac Rd, Browns Bay, 7am–12pm Takapuna Sunday Market, Anzac Street carpark, 7-11am

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CONTENTS COVER FEATURES

TAKAPUNA BEACH

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40 Views from the Beach with TBBA

Health & Beauty

36 Channel Interview: Red Lunday de Waal 44 Master and Apprentice 58 Westlake Boys Archway Sculpture 74

Introducing Shore Junction

MILFORD 81

Milford News

FEATURES

DEVONPORT

28 Shop the Shore

70 Destination Devonport

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47 For the Home: Home Fabrics 50 Channel People - I Love My Sport

ARTS

68 Channel People - Our Recipe

20 The PumpHouse

69 Channel People - My Dog and Me 72

The Men's Shed

88 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton

20 The Rose Centre 21

The Vic

105 North Shore History with David Verran

90 Lake House Arts Centre

128 The Channel Crossword

91 Northart

OUT & ABOUT

EDUCATION

02 Community Calendar

92 Kristin School

09 Out & About on the Shore

94 Westlake Girls' High School 96 Westlake Boys' High School

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Eating Out Feature: French Rendez-vous

98 Long Bay College

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99 Pinehurst School

24 Eating Out Feature: Madame Jojo's

100 Takapuna Grammar 101 Rosmini College

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Cover Photo: Taken by Year 13 student Hyunsang Lim. Westlake Boys Year 10 student Lucas Louw leads his fellow classmates through the Westlake Archway during the recent inaugural ceremony.

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FROM THE EDITOR

Walking Onwards and Upwards The image of the Westlake Boys entering the school through the new sculptural archway has significance beyond purely the physical.

The striking artwork by Shore sculptor and former Westlaker Jeff Thomson, installed this summer, brings sacred meaning to the act of starting and leaving school. In his feature on page 58, Aidan Bennett uncovers the heartwarming story behind the new iconic archway, which pupils will enter through on their first day at school and leave via on their final day. It’s a stunning piece of visual art for all who pass by the school to admire and is well worthy of showing off on our cover this month we feel.

Walking and wellbeing are strong topics in our magazine for March, which is Auckland Walk Month. Well-known Shore dynamo Red Lunday de Waal spared some time for an interview during her epic North to South solo trek of New Zealand ahead of this issue. As she neared the completion of the gruelling 3000km Te Araroa trail, Red relived some of the best and worse moments in her bid to raise $30,000 for Time To Thrive charity, which promotes fitness by providing bikes and inspiration from its Mangere base in South Auckland. We hope readers will get behind fitness and biking advocate Red in helping her meet her target by her ‘big birthday’ on April 8th. Most people would probably chose to throw a party, but Red chose to do something incredible and in doing so she’s making a real difference to lives. She certainly inspires me and I’ve been behind her all the way!

The mental and physical health of Shore men are being given a boost at The Men’s Shed.

A place where retired men can build, fix, and, importantly, socialise, this community project based in Glenfield is bringing people together crafting equipment for kindergartens, knocking together nesting boxes for wildlife projects and

The Channel team: Aidan Bennett, Christine Young, Crystal Sharp, Bridget Phillips, Heather Vermeer.

assembling Santa floats for Christmas parades.

The centre is a win-win for all involved and we’re pleased to share this story, as well as introduce another exciting community project, Shore Junction. This centre for youth ‘where ideas collide and future paths forge’ is to be an innovation hub, based in the old Takapuna RSA building on Mary Poynton Crescent. Read all about this dynamic development for Shore youth on page 74.

All the usual ‘Out & About’ social photos, Shop the Shore product ideas, and eating out inspiration are here. We’ve fit in a health and beauty section, plenty of people profiles and our popular arts and schools pages.

We hope you enjoy having a read and that we inspire you to get your march on, this March!

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APARTMENT LIVING WITH PREMIUM REAL ESTATE

The Apartment Gurus

Meet Premium Real Estate's Kurt Piper and Gerry Petrie Kurt Piper and Gerry Petrie are two of the Apartment Specialists at Premium Real Estate and are regularly sought out for advice by developers, vendors and buyers. When dealing with buyers, particularly first time buyers they find there are a lot of people who haven’t previously been involved with apartment ownership in particular are unsure of the role of the Body Corporate.

Kurt points out that two significant trends over the past few years have been the increase in demand for freehold apartments over leasehold and the major move to owner–occupiers from what had previously been an investor driven market. “Particularly here in the North Shore we find a lot of buyers are looking for a quality apartment with the benefits that come from secured living. Often for these buyers it can be their first experience of owning a multi-unit property.”

Gerry Petrie who not only specialises in selling apartments but is an apartment lifestyler and investor says Kurt Piper and Gerry Petrie. that there a few different factors for apartment buyers to understand and Gerry describes the Body Corporates core duties as managing the recommends taking the time to build your knowledge particularly of common property, ensuring ongoing maintenance, arranging insurance the role of the body corporate before proceeding. and making and enforcing the operational rules, together with levying Unit titles are a very standard form of ownership for apartments the owners to fund the Body Corporate. For a buyer it is vital to and as a unit owner you will be a member of the Body Corporate .

The Body Corporate is the collective of all the owners and is a legal understand 1) the Body Corporate structure 2) its operational rules and naturally 3) the costs attached. entity governed by the Unit Titles Act 2010. It has responsibility for Kurt says that it can be the small things that are important and a range of financial, management and administrative tasks relating you need a good understanding of the Body Corporates plans for the to the common property and the development as a whole building and be aware of any rules that may impact how you enjoy your The Body Corporate must hold an annual meeting available to apartment. In particular you want to understand the limitations in place for all members at which major matters of interest to all owners would matters including storage, parking, pets, waste material and renovation. usually be tabled and voted on including any maintenance and A prospective buyer will want to understand the amount of building plans. At any time an extraordinary general meeting can contribution levied by the Body Corporate, details of any unpaid costs, be called to address matters requiring immediate attention such planned maintenance for the year ahead, the Body Corporate’s financial as undertaking urgent repair work. Dispute resolution if required is position including if there are any proceedings pending against the spelt out in the Unit Titles Act. Body Corporate. Depending on the age of the development it could be important to clarify if the building has been subject to a claim under the Weathertight Homes Resolution Act. There has been a significant growth in the number of unit title households over the past six years. The Government is currently reviewing the Unit Titles Act with the objective of increasing the security and confidence people can have in their rights of Unit title holders.

Submissions are open until March 3rd.

Both Kurt and Gerry agree that guidance from a real estate sales agent experienced in dealing with Unit Titles Developments can help demystify the process and naturally as with all property transactions independent legal advice is vital.

Contact: Kurt Piper: KurtPiper@premium.co.nz or Gerry Petrie: GerryPetrie@premium.co.nz or Visit: www.premium.co.nz

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

SIR RALPH NORRIS LUNCH AT THE NORTH HARBOUR CLUB Words of business wisdom were shared by Sir Ralph Norris at the North Harbour Club's Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch held at the Spencer on Byron Hotel on Friday February 17th. The large crowd of over 300 included North Harbour Club members and their guests from far and wide who enjoyed a spectacular three-course lunch. Speakers included North Harbour Club President Aidan Bennett and AIMES Alumni Joseph Bergin before Sir Ralph Norris took to the floor to share career highlights and business advice. The event was MC'd

by NBR Radio's Andrew Patterson. A raffle and auction raised funds to support the Club's work in rewarding excellence in North Harbour youth through the annual AIMES Awards.

This was the first of four Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunches that will be held in 2017.

David and Ann Old, John Twomey.

Julia Tillett, Jeremy Jones, Ashleigh Bennett.

Kristy Paterson, Jared Perkins, Jo McRae, Hamish Smith, James Fairbrother.

Lesley Edwards, Lochlan and Leigh Trembath.

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Ben Dundas and Rhys Lloyd.

Sharon Blincoe, Tom Grove, Tim Large, Neil Rhodes, Michael Hartley.

Sir Ralph Norris, Aidan Bennett.

Michelle Bennett, Tammy McLeod, Victoria Palfrey.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

MAIRANGI BAY FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL The annual Mairangi Bay Food and Wine Festival was held on Saturday 18th February at a new venue - the reserve right opposite Mairangi Bay Beach. The weather was hot and sunny and the large crowd enjoyed delicious dishes cooked by local cafes and restaurants, along with wine sampling from a number of vineyards. Some fabulous singers and musicians entertained, while attendees enjoyed the fare and watched a fashion show featuring gorgeous looks from some of Mairangi Bay's fashion retailers. Cheers!

Logan Cudby, Lachie Merriman, Kiri Wilson-Cudby, Alice Cudby, Grant, Maisie and Eileen Merriman.

Bruce Adam, Ann and Robert Saunders, Frances Adam.

Tom, Karen, Sebastien and Matilda Adams.

John, Paulette and Chris Dalton.

Anthony and Faye Crofskey.

Alex Lowen, Laura Quilter, Zac Haldane.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

VIVE LA FRANCE FESTIVAL IN MILFORD The annual Vive La France festival and market day was held in Milford on Saturday 11th February. The festival is an annual opportunity to celebrate all things French with market stalls, outdoor cafes, food stands, music and entertainment for the kids, which even included snail racing! Fantastic weather meant a great turnout, and one lucky attendee walked away with a travel voucher worth $1000, courtesy of festival sponsor Helloworld.

Graham and Carolyn Saunderson, Tania and Ella Bromley.

Perrine Lemardeley, Laetitia Henin, Lorie Clavel.

Greg, Sina and Stella Murphy, Fabiana Barros, Mariana, Chloe and Sampson Silva-Greenwood.

Yasmin Salih, Vian Ahmed, Maha Ali, Sabah Ali, Ban Alchalabi, Weam Alhakeem.

Robert Numans, Barb Wrightson, Mary and Grace Buckley, Brooke and Nicola Ritson, Claire Jones.

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Cheering on the Sunwolves, every Friday lunch through the Super Season!

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WEST OF EDEN WORLD PREMIERE AT THE VIC Actors, writers, film producers and media mingled ahead of the world premiere screening of Kiwi film West of Eden, screened on the Shore. The February 22nd event was held at The Vic in Devonport, where two screens simultaneously showed the locally-made independent film, written by Vanessa Riddell and directed by husband Alastair Riddell. Starring actors Kieran Foster and Luke Thompson, the movie charts the 'forbidden love' of two men in 1960s rural New Zealand. Much applause followed the film, which officially opens to the public on March 9th.

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TAKAPUNA BEACH BUSINESS ASSOCIATION BNZ EVENING BNZ Chief Economist Tony Alexander joined members of the Takapuna Beach Business Association at the BNZ Centre in Lake Road, on Wednesday 22nd February. The get-together was the first TBBA networking night of 2017, and was an opportunity for members and guests to be informed on the current status of the New Zealand economy, and to gain some insight into topical economic issues facing businesses in New Zealand today. Drinks and canapes were served at the event which, as always, provided plenty of local business networking opportunities.

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Last month we put a call out to Shore locals to share their favourite things.

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS

The PumpHouse latest from Theatre Director James Bell.

Song and dance, ghosts and grease, pole dancing with a talking fish …what the?

James Bell

This month The PumpHouse calendar offers more events than you can poke a stick at, and features probably the most interesting variety of shows we’ve ever hosted. Unfortunately, there’s no room to go into a lot of detail here about each show but hopefully you’ll get the gist.

A Story told by a Fish?: Sachie Abrego is a performance artist from Japan. Her one-woman show Fish Saw was created as a result of the aftermath of the 2011 Sendai tsunami and the effect it had on her family – all relayed by a talking fish.

Psychic comedy: Alexandra Shankland calls herself a ‘comedium’. In Life After Life she brings knowledge and satire to the spooky.

Anyone who’s been to Kelvin Cruickshank’s PumpHouse events will enjoy a night of love and laughter with this Aussie spirit whisperer.

Free Family Festival: Auckland Multicultural Society returns for its 20th annual Lakeside Multicultural Festival, a riot of traditional music and dance from some of the many ethnic groups that call Auckland home. Held outdoors in the amphitheatre, it’s always an uplifting afternoon’s entertainment.

Grease – the Musical, singalong with Shadowcast: What is a shadowcast? Here's the Urban Dictionary definition: "A group of people that performs a movie in front of a screen while that movie is playing; they essentially pantomime the movie." These guys are ‘hopelessly devoted’ to their craft – and it’s a lot of fun.

Things that go bump in the night – or not: The team from Haunted Auckland returns to The PumpHouse for another overnight paranormal investigation and offer a chance for you sleepover with them. The evening commences with a presentation by the team. Join them if you dare.

Retrospect – a Burlesque showcase: Via the performance arts of circus, burlesque and pole dance, the young and talented artists of Carnavale de la Noche promise a journey through history’s undying moments and take a glimpse into our prospective futures.

March at The PumpHouse is cornucopia of performance splendor – make sure you see at least one of these shows.

Cheers, James Bell

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March 5 A Fringe Festival event The Jubilation Acapella Gospel Choir Adult $28 - $30 Senior/Student $25 - $27 Child $13 - $15 March 6 – 10 A one-woman multi-media experience Fish Saw by Sachie All tickets $18 Saturday March 11 – 7pm A Night of Mediumship, Love and Laughter Life AFTER Life With Psychic Alexandra Shankland All tickets $35

Sunday March 12 1pm – 5pm In the PumpHouse Amphitheatre Auckland Multicultural Society presents Lakeside Multicultural Festival 2017 Free family event Sunday March 18 – 7pm Hot & Flustered Shadowcast presents Grease - the Musical Sing-along with the shadowcast Adult $20 Students $16

March 24 – 7.30pm Haunted Auckland presents PumpHouse Paranormal Experience Take part in an over-night paranormal investigation Overnight investigation + presentation $99 Presentation only $5 Saturday March 25 – 7.30pm Carnavale de la Noche presents Retropsect: An Epoch Exploration Circus arts, burlesque, pole dance showcase Adult $24 Balcony (Restricted view) $19

BOOKINGS:

Ph 489 8360 or www.pumphouse.co.nz The PumpHouse Theatre (off Manurere Ave) Killarney Park, Takapuna. info@pumphouse.co.nz

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2017 Brings Major Changes at The Rose Centre If you’ve been down to The Rose Centre lately you will notice change is afoot. At the start of February the building upgrade started. Scaffold and safety fences encompass much of the Centre and we are excited that we have finally had sign off to get the building up to date.

It looks like the renovations will be finished approximately April 2017. We will be giving the Community monthly updates on the website in regards to progress. If you are in doubt in regards to current bookings for any of the spaces or you have a booking confirmed please give us a call at the Centre or drop us an email.

The Centre is still partially operational and we excitedly forge ahead with Company Theatre’s upcoming show, Weed. For all regulars and new fans to our resident theatre group’s work, email or call in your bookings we look forward to hearing from you.

Many of our programmes and centre hirers have their bookings on hold at the moment due to safety constraints we have from the building works in some parts of the building and we apologise profusely about this, but we do look forward to having the whole space fully operational by the end of April, so watch this space!

On a sad note, we farewell the lovely Kath Hair, who dedicated much of her energy and time to The Rose Centre as the Manager for the last three years.

She will be sorely missed by much of the community and we wish her all the best for her future endeavours. We welcome Challen Wilson to The Rose Centre as the new Manager and we are Challen Wilson excited to have her on board. She brings with her 15 years’ experience in a diverse range of roles from Government Advisor, Strategic Communications Specialist and Creative Director. She also has over ten years’ experience in the creative industries as a playwright and producer and has worked with theatre companies nationally and internationally. She is a self-motivated, results-oriented change agent and creative strategist and she sees her position here with us at The Rose Centre as a proactive way to live and give breathe to her values.

She can’t wait to become familiar with the Centre’s community and looks forward to igniting much of the ideas, dreams and creative genius that germinates from the heart of the Belmont Bayswater area. Challen will be our new columnist next month, bringing you your monthly updates from The Rose Centre.

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What's on at the Vic

Welcome to March at The Vic!

Our new Lounge Bar is now re-built to accommodate live shows, private parties and corporate functions, complete with licensed bar facilities. Check out our line-up of March events below, or email info@thevic.co.nz for more information. Get the full experience with our incredible Devonport Gelato range, all gluten free with dairy free sorbets.

We are continuing our seating upgrade initiative, and if you’re feeling generous please feel free to make a donation of $5 or more at www.thevic.org.nz to help us get new seats, or contact the Victoria Theatre Trust on seats@thevic.org.nz - why not sponsor a whole seat and get a preferential booking period for any live shows for the life of the seat.

- Your Team at The Vic

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The Magic Show for David (Live Event) - Sunday 5 March, 3pm & 5.30pm A fun, family ‘Magic Spectacular’ with young local magician ‘Floyd’ teaming up with award winning Illusionist & Magician, Andre Vegas. This fundraiser supports three year old David Westwood Jnr who has NF1 syndrome with rare complications. Tickets $20 Lydia Cole - The Lay of the Land Tour (Live Show) - Friday 10 March, 8pm Silver Scroll nominee Lydia Cole writes bare-boned, heart-on-yoursleeve songs. If her 2012 album Me and Moon introduced an artist both youthful and world-weary, her follow up The Lay of the Land, showcases a maturity only battle scars can provide. SOLD OUT

Alone in Berlin (M) - 2 March

Logan (TBA) - with Hugh Jackman - 2 March

Before I Fall (M) - 2 March

Kong: Skull Island (M) - 9 March

Loving (TBA) - 9 March

The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma & The Silk Road Ensemble (TBA) - 9 March

Brendon Thomas - The Free Wind Acoustic Show - Friday 17 March 7.30pm The Vic Lounge Projection Room is delighted to present Brendon Thomas with his unique blend of acoustic music.

The Victoria Theatre Art Collection (WHITE NIGHT Exhibition) - Saturday 18th March 6.00pm The Projection Room (previously known as 'The Vic Lounge') displays The Victoria Theatre’s collection of film inspired artwork featuring original pencil drawings by Joshua Westley and a large canvas of 1920's movie star Mary Pickford by street artist Sparrow Phillips.

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French Rendez-vous Takapuna

Romain Fargeas, Philippe Raoult, Claire Raoult, Tumano Ruru, Hemanshi Patel (in front).

Bon Appetit French Rendez-vous is indeed the ideal place for an appointment, a date, a gathering, with French flair.

Run by Philippe and Claire Raoult, and set on the edge of Lake Pupuke next to The PumpHouse, this café/restaurant is a great pre-show destination, and also a popular spot to enjoy a laid-back meal any time of the day.

The restaurant is open from 5.30pm for dinner any day The PumpHouse has a performance, and on any other evenings there is demand. Philippe and Claire offer a warm welcome but say that dinner bookings are essential – try to book a day ahead, or at least by lunchtime on the day you want a meal, so there’s time to organise staff for the evening.You can book French Rendez-vous for private parties or group dinners – Philippe caters for up to 50 at a sit-down function or up to 100 for a cocktail or buffet function.

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or cabinet treats while you look out on what must be one of the best lakeside views in Auckland.

Philippe and Claire were both born in France, but came to New Zealand via an upbringing in New Caledonia. They have been at French Rendez-vous for the last six years, and took over ownership in 2013. Philippe is a chef par excellence; every new item he presents is pre-tested and not a meal leaves the kitchen unless he is fully satisfied. Claire is the manager.

She and Philippe are focused not only on the food, but on offering patrons a superb experience. And they are proud that all the food, from the sauces to the breads and everything in between, is made on the premises. “You can taste the difference,” says Claire.

Philippe says his best dishes are the duck breast stuffed with foie gras and apple, fish of the day with beurre blanc and passionfruit, and the beef bourguignon. The galettes (savoury crepes) are made in traditional style with buckwheat flour, and the sweet crepes (a lunchtime favourite) are made with

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I want to thank everyone who’s eaten here over the years. We welcome new diners, and encourage people to try us out for dinner. wholemeal flour.

“We offer the best of Kiwi produce – with a French taste,” he says. “I want to thank everyone who’s eaten here over the years.

We welcome new diners, and encourage people to try us out for dinner. I love my job, and I like to make everything perfect for our guests.”

French Rendez-vous, Killarney Park (next to The PumpHouse, with parking off Killarney Street or Manurere Road) 09 487 0009 frenchrendezvous@live.fr

Your monthly restaurant guide…

GPK ABOUT US: GPK is a local icon on Hurstmere Road. Located opposite Bruce Mason Centre and a two minute walk from Takapuna Beach, GPK is the ideal spot for pre-show dinner and drinks or pizza after a walk on the beach.

THE FOOD: Serving up classics such as woodfired gourmet pizzas, Smoked Chicken Salad, Twice-Cooked Pork Belly, Angus Eye Fillet and other Kiwi favourites, as well as homemade yummy deserts! Come and try our new summer food menu!

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Express lunch menu: 2 courses with a drink for under $30! Served 12-3pm Tue-Fri. Also our Happy Hour from 4-6pm: tap beers, house wine and even Veuve Clicquot Champagne.

162 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 488 0015 gpktakapuna@gmail.com Also in Albany: 198 State Highway 17, Albany 09 415 0433 gpkalbany@gmail.com

EL HUMERO HUMERO EL ABOUT US: El Humero is the first traditional Colombian-style barbecue restaurant in New Zealand. We deliver a culinary experience that showcases the classic and rustic elements of Colombia.

THE FOOD: When you will visit El Humero, you will feel that you have magically been transported to Colombia through our mouth-watering Colombian-style barbecue dishes prepared fresh over traditional wood-fired and charcoal grills. We promise that you will walk away with a lasting taste of our food and the warmth of the Colombian people.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Come and enjoy the South American culture and try our beautiful Colombian barbecued meats. Bookings available Sundays to Thursdays.

Open 7 days 11:30 till late Fortieth & Hurstmere Shop 3 / 40 Hurstmere Road 09 489 9973 www.elhumero.co.nz

BOTTICELLI BOTTICELLI ABOUT US: For more than 20 years we have provided delicious Italian food and friendly service in Takapuna. We make our own fresh pasta, traditional Italian specialities and pizzas, including gluten-free and vegetarian options.

THE FOOD: Some of the best dishes on the menu right now include: • Ravioli di vitello (pictured) - pasta envelopes filled with ground beef, served with tomato, fresh basil and garlic • Fettuccine con Bistecca – home-made fettuccini with chorizo sausage, neapoletana sauce and chargrilled scotch fillet steak..

• Pesce All’Uva – fresh fish of the day, pan-fried and garnished with grapes and almonds, flamed`z in amaretto liqueur.

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AL FORNO ITALIAN ABOUT US: Cointreau Creme Brûlée and Ricotta Pear Cheesecake... just two reasons to visit one of Takapuna’s top restaurants, Al Forno. These seasonal offerings are but a taste of the latest dishes delighting diners at this popular local spot. Always a welcoming experience at Al Forno restaurant. When customers go back to Al Forno - and most do - they are greeted like a long lost friend. Al Forno has a perfect location and is a must for those who love to eat out in Takapuna.

THE FOOD: Whether dining in or taking away, the traditional yet unique Al Forno Italian food is great. Choose from Woodfired Pizzas, Pastas, and mains like Veal Parmigiana, prime Eye Fillets or King Prawns.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Try our Venison steak, or Aged ribeye (450gm).

Open Tues to Sun 5pm-Late. 09 488 0179 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna, www.alforno.co.nz

THE LAB LAB EATERY THE EATERY ABOUT US: The Lab Eatery offers a casual yet classy atmosphere for breakfast lunch and dinner.

THE FOOD: Mediterranean/European cuisine, adapted to the latest trends and diner preferences by our Turkish chef.

From big breakfasts to desserts; sharing plates to main meals. Free Sunday kids’ meals – eggs on toast.

Occasional Asian specials reflect our chef’s extensive experience in Japan.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Take advantage of our large space and book The Lab Eatery for your private or corporate function.

Open 8am till late six days a week (Tuesday – Sunday) 132 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna www.thelabeatery.co.nz 09 4894496

SAKEBAR NIPPON NIPPON SAKEBAR ABOUT US: SAKEBAR NIPPON SUSHI TUNNEL JUST OPENED NOW. ALL PLATES $3.50 Come and see our new addition to the Sake Bar restaurant, our sushi train tunnel - JUST OPENED LUNCH Thursday - Sunday 11.30 - 2pm DINNER Tuesday - Sunday 5.30pm to 8pm Hot Meals also available THE FOOD: Fresh sashimi, sushi, tempura and yakitori skewers are among the favourites offered. A private area with karaoke facilities is available for special occasions.

Set menus available!

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Kids under 10 eat free from our kids’ menu on Sundays (one child per adult).

Happy hour 5-6pm Monday-Saturday. $15 Pizza. BYO wine & fully licensed.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH We are now open for lunches from Thurs to Sunday with our full Sakebar Menu and the sushi tunnel.

Open seven days from 5pm. Botticelli, 8 Anzac Street, Takapuna, 09 488 0991, www.botticelli.co.nz

Open Tues to Sun 5pm - Late. 32-34 Anzac Street, Takapuna, 09 486 2249, www.sakebar.co.nz

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Madame Jojos Milford

Jo Williams at Madame Jojo's.

Gourmet to Go Jo Williams is the name behind the amazing food at Madame Jojo’s in Milford. With 30 years of cooking and catering experience under her belt she knows what she is doing, and it shows.

Jo was teaching cooking classes a number of years ago, and getting regular requests from clients to cater functions, so she decided there was potential for a gourmet takeaway and catering store. Soon after, Jo opened her first store in Remuera.

Paris Bauer joined the company not long after the Remuera store opened; that was 11 years ago. More recently, friends who lived on the North Shore insisted that Milford would be a great location for their next store, and last year they opened Madame Jojo’s at the top end of Milford, on Kitchener Road.

The concept has gone down a treat with locals looking for tasty and delicious food to take home. “We have always focused on food to take away, and catering, rather than on a dine-in café,” says Jo. “Many of our customers are busy with families, jobs or businesses and are time-poor, but still want to eat tasty and nutritious food. It’s really interesting that our North Shore clients want slightly different options to our Remuera

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customers; we have been surprised by the number of vegetarian and vegan customers we have coming in, and we have tailored our selection accordingly. I think there is a strong fitness and health focus in the area and they are looking for meals which complement their active lifestyles.” Jo and her staff are very knowledgeable about specific dietary requirements, and have super-tasty options for anyone who is looking for vegan, gluten free or dairy free meals.

Jo does all the cooking for the Milford store, and the emphasis is on tasty casual food using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The day Channel visited there was an extensive range of salads, fritters, pies and meals ready to pick up and go. Jo was waiting for the fish to arrive for her famous fish pie; she has been buying smoked fish from the same supplier for the past 11 years, and she maintains it is the best smoked fish available in Auckland.

Madame Jojo’s packaged meals are substantial and some will feed two or more people. Meals include Jo’s famous fish pie, chicken, leek and mushroom pie, a selection of delicious curries and

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moussaka amongst others. The selection of cabinet food covers raw energy, curried kumara and Caesar salads, spiced lamb and polenta pizza pie, Indian spiced vegetable fritters with coconut yoghurt and tamarind chutney, vegetarian filo tarts and chicken drumsticks. Their burritos are delicious and have already become a local favourite.

Madame Jojo’s also stock freshly baked Wild Wheat bread and a selection of divine slices and muffins, and Jo plans to extend her dessert offering as soon as time allows.

The demand for catering is growing quickly, and Madame Jojo’s can cater for any event, from an intimate dinner party to corporate functions with hundreds of guests.

A selection of prepared meats, canapés, platters and dinner party dishes feature on the menu along with buffet style dishes for guests to enjoy at the table.

Jo’s passion for creating delicious food shines through, and Madame Jojo’s brings fresh, tasty lunch or dinner dishes to your table, and the opportunity to make your next party or corporate function a memorable one.

Madame Jojo’s, 89 Kitchener Road, Milford, 09 486 5711 www.madamejojo.co.nz

Your monthly restaurant guide…

BIRD ON ON A A WIRE BIRD WIRE ABOUT US: Bird On A Wire is a destination for food that is both delicious and nutritious. Set up by friends who wanted to bring the notion of a local "chicken shop" to Auckland, Bird On A Wire has a location on Hurstmere Road as well as Ponsonby Central.

THE FOOD: Handmade real food focused around free-range rotisserie chicken, breakfast, seasonal salads, sandwiches, burgers and sides. Our food is served dine-in or takeaway and we also offer organic espresso, housemade sodas, smoothies, juices and fantastic New Zealand wine and craft beer.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Our food is perfect for beach picnics, boating trips and dinner when you've run out of time to cook! Jump on our website, or download the Bird On A Wire app and we will prepare and package a fresh and delicious meal that tastes great and makes you feel good. Great for the whole family, and a rare 'guilt free' takeaway option - simply put, we want to help you eat better food.

Open from 8am, 7 days, Fortieth & Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 5436 birdonawire.co.nz

TOKYO BAY TOKYO BAY 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: MARCH Make the most of Takapuna Beach with a unique dining experience, combining traditional Japanese techniques with a contemporary take.

Open 12noon until late 7 days 20 The Strand, Takapuna Beach, 09 390 7188 Book on www.tokyobay.co.nz

FRENCH RENDEZ-VOUS ABOUT US: Philippe, Hemanshi, Tumano and Romain invite you to come into a beautiful, quiet spot in Takapuna.

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

French and Kiwi styles work perfectly together such as our fabulous Eggs Benedict or Kiwi Galette.

THE FOOD: A fantastic selection of traditional French Galettes and sweet crepes. For dinner, Philippe and Romain will cook for you our amazing beef bourguignon, onion soup or even a stuffed duck breast with foie gras and apple sauce.

Menu available on our Facebook page.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH We are open every evening for dinner but booking is essential.

French Rendez-Vous, Killarney Park, Takapuna 09 487 0009 facebook.com/French-Rendez-vous-23129221030897

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DANTE'S PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA ABOUT US: Dante's Pizzeria Napoletana was established 10 years ago and is wellknown for its genuine authentic wood fired pizzas. Dante’s has won Metro's best pizza in Auckland 4 years running, and best in New Zealand in 2015 and 2016. Dante's has now opened a new chapter by introducing freshly made pasta, which is made in-house every morning. We are very proud to be one of the few restaurants in New Zealand and one of the only restaurants in Takapuna to make fresh pasta daily.

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THE FOOD: Authentic, genuine, nutritious, sincere; based on tradition and made with lots of passion and love. With every bite, Dante's takes you to Italy and keeps you there each time you come back to visit.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH For ONLY $12, come and have a lunch of Panuozzi - the famous Italian Street Food Sub. We strongly recommend to try the Pork Belly one.

You will not regret it!

Open Monday to Sunday 11:30 till late. Fortieth and Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 09 486 3668, www.dantespizzeria.co.nz

THYME RESTAURANT ABOUT US: We offer just the right service for your occasion - we’re quick and discreet when you’re busy working and give you lots of attention when you’re out to celebrate. If you're joining us for dinner, you'll be eating from the varied a la carte menu developed by our head chef and his team. The menu reflects a passion for seasonal, fresh food and caters for a range of diets and includes vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and low-carb options.

THE FOOD: A fantastic selection of in season, fresh and innovative dishes designed to tantalize your taste buds.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Join our loyalty programme. Register to receive a $10 Thyme Restaurant voucher and earn points every time you dine with us. Every 200 points you’ll earn a $20 Thyme Restaurant voucher.

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner Level 1, The Spencer Hotel, 9-17 Byron Avenue, Takapuna Beach 09 916 4982 www.thymerestaurant.co.nz

MEXICO MEXICO ABOUT US: Drenched in bright colour and spiked with bold Mexican imagery, Mexico is an immersive dining experience inspired by street cuisine and culture of it's namesake nation.

THE FOOD: Mexico celebrates the vibrant, fresh and lighter side of Mexican cuisine, with a range of authentic and fusion Mexican dishes served to you in a fast paced and energetic atmosphere.

The menu is seasonal, changing every 3 months to ensure fresh flavours and produce but with customer favourites becoming a menu staple you'll never have to worry about missing out on Mexico's famous fried chicken.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Mexico's extending Summer with a brand new menu! With new dishes like the Achiote Plancha Pork Belly Taco and the Tostada Ceviche alongside classics like Mexico's famous fried chicken, this menu is the perfect choice with fresh and seasonal ingredients to go with the warmer weather.

Open Mon to Sun 12 noon - late.

Mexico, 4 The Strand, Takapuna 09 280 1487 www.mexico.net.nz

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ZOMER ZOMER

FRANC'S FRANC'S

ABOUT US: Located near picturesque Takapuna beach is Zomer. Zomer offers brunch and lunch, catering and reduced choice menus along with tantalising sweet treats and delicious savoury cabinet food fresh daily.

THE FOOD: Our talented chefs have the expertise to combine a range of exotic flavours with fresh seasonal produce to create beautiful intricate dishes. Each dish creates a unique mouth-watering experience with European and Asian influences.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH There is always a birthday around the corner. Do you want to make it extra special? Contact us and we can whip you up a special cake, provide a beautiful venue and delicious catering for the occasion.

Open Mon – Thurs 7.30am -3pm, Fri 7.30am – 4pm, Sat & Sun 8am – 4pm 4 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 488 7594 www.zomer.co.nz

BOLLIWOOD BOLLIWOOD

LATE NGHT EATS: Takapuna has really taken to the LATE NIGHT EATS idea so we are glad to announce we are extending this until the end of March at least. That’s right.

Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday our full menu is available until 11pm.

Want to eat late? Now you can. We have you covered. Franc says so!!!

MIMOSA MARCH: Joining us for breakfast / brunch / lunch in March – we have an amazing selection of Mimosas available for you to settle in and enjoy while you kick back, relax and let us take care of you. Select your favourite Mimosa and pretend you have slipped away for the weekend to a retreat or resort. Simply MARCH IN FOR A MIMOSA and celebrate summer with us!!

SHAKE SHAKE SHAKE! The Milkshake is a favourite at diners around the world, and we have quickly become famous for our SHAKES. We have them for the kids, and we even have a selection for the over 18s with some playful concoctions that include alcohol.

The beach, great food, friendly service and a delicious milkshake. What else could you ask for???

Franc’s Bar + Diner, Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna Mon – Sun, 9am-late, 09 488 0016, Francs.co.nz

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ABOUT US: Bolliwood Takapuna, located at 17 Huron Street, is the most popular Indian restaurant in the vicinity. Elegantly appointed and ultra spacious, it offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

THE FOOD: Specialising in North Indian cuisine, the food cooked by former five star chefs is nothing less than spectacular. We recently introduced a special menu called the "Healthy Nuts" which is specially designed for keeping those extra calories off the plate! The restaurant also offers Gluten free options. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings you can savour mouthwatering mains for just $11.99 ( excludes seafood and tandoori). The fantastic value $10 lunch is available 7 days a week.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH For those requiring food for a corporate function, wedding, birthday party or special event, Bolliwood provides a catering service and we are happy to accommodate your needs.

Open 7 days 11.30-2.30 and 5pm until late.

17 Huron street, Takapuna, Contact us on: 09 489 9911 www.bolliwood.co.nz

ESPLANADE ESPLANADE ABOUT US: Over 25 years experience in Japanese cuisine.

Located on the Esplanade at Campbells Bay beach. Outdoor dining available. Private functions welcome.

Parking right outside.

THE FOOD: Serving brunch, lunch and dinner.

A large selection of food including Japanese tapas, set menus and cafe style big breakfasts with gluten free options. Food is fresh, tasty and served by their friendly staff.

We love LIVE MUSIC so much that we have it on 4 sessions per week. We set out to give you some really unique offerings as well. You never know what you may find on the stage in the duos or trios. We have even been known to have the odd trombone player or even someone on the xylophone!!! For more details check out our website or Facebook page.

Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday

7pm – 10pm 7pm – 10pm 9.30pm – 12.30am 3pm – 6pm

DON’T FORGET We also have some amazing acts in this month as part of our SUMMER COURTYARD SESSIONS. These are FREE events that are put on in conjunction with The EDGE 94.2 FM to say thanks for all your support over 2016. This month you can see: HEDLOK feat King Kapisi & Che Fu TIKI TAANE

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HURSTMERE HOOLEY For lots of people March only means one thing. . . . . . What is it? It is ST. PATRICK’s DAY and THE HURSTMERE HOOLEY is now famous Auckland wide. With this year’s celebration falling on a Friday we are looking forward to an amazing celebration of all things IRISH. With live music, Irish dancing, culinary specials and of course the odd tall story. All we need to throw in is some potatoes and we have the perfect recipe for a truly Irish celebration. You could think you were at Temple Bar with all of this coming together.

ST PATRICKS DAY Friday March 17th.

NEED TO KNOW: MARCH Private functions welcome.

LIP SYNC BATTLE 2017 It's back team!!! This ridiculously entertaining night is back for ONE NIGHT ONLY. Thursday April 27th is your night to take the stage and pretend to be your biggest music idol. LIP SYNC well, and you could win yourself $1,000 CASH. Hit up our website for more info. There is actually no easier way to WIN yourself $1000.)

Mon - Thu 11.00am to 9.30pm Fri - Sun 9.00am to 9.30pm (closed Public Holidays) 2/1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay 09 476 5000 Takaway available, licensed and BYOW

Open Mon - Sun 11am - Late.

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

BYO Wine Only.

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WALLACE COTTON The new Autumn Collection has arrived. Beautiful relaxed linen duvet sets from $259.90.

34 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 551 7767 wallacecotton.com

CRAVEHOME The last of our summer pool floats, neon lights and beach fans are on sale in-store, come and snap one up today.

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

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HOMAGE With their HangIt-All, Charles and Ray Eames elevated the everyday coat rack into something inventive and fun.

First crafted in 1953 with multicolored hooks and a white wire frame, the material and colorway offering has since expanded with fidelity to the sophistication—and sense of play—of the original.

75 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 488 9012 homage.co.nz

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MORART Merino Button Wrap - A simple, versatile style from OBR Merino. 100% Merino Wool, a light layer for those chilly nights and perfect as a cruise companion. Available in a wide range of colours. $159.

MorArt, The Milford Centre, 24 Milford Road, Milford, 027 46 111 48, 09 489 3170 facebook.com/morartnz SOEUR DESIGN Autumn fashion collection at Emerald Inn on Takapuna Beach 16 The Promenade 3 days only Thu 16 March to Sat 18 March 10am to 6pm Phone Johan 021934049

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GUS & FANNIE DESIGN Ecoya candles.

437 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay 09 476 6326 gusandfannie.com

MAE SHOES Welcome to Mae Shoes in Mairangi Bay. All shoes are designed by Mae in New Zealand, and handcrafted in leather or canvas by expert cobblers in Thailand. A wide range of styles are available for Women, men and kids.

Mae can also custom make shoes for special occasions or to your own requirements.

Mae Shoes, North Plaza, Shop 6, 404 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay, 021 688 799

PETAL CUPCAKES To celebrate 10,000 likes on Facebook we are giving away ten six packs of Petal cupcakes!!!

Follow us www.facebook.com/PetalCupcakes/ to go in the draw!

106 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 524 0934 www.petal.kiwi

FLORIENNE Happy summer flowers @ florienne!

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

URBAN + BEACH LIFESTYLE FURNITURE Make a statement in any room with our new luxury leather occasional chair, our Stockholm chair is available in Olive green and Taupe colours.

RRP $1895 31 Constellation Drive, Mairangi Bay 09 479 9577 urban-beach.co.nz

SOEUR DESIGN Climbing men.

Wire and resin art for your wall.

Two styles and sizes.

For details go to Soeur Facebook, call 0800 763877 or Johan 021934049

NEXT DOOR GALLERY Limited Edition Art Prints have arrived fresh from Michelle’s studio. Choose “Ponga Pearls” or the entire set to brighten up your life. Available in the gallery and our online store.

132 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead Pt 09 480 9289 nextdoorgallery.co.nz

PAINTED BIRD Looking for something bright?

Visit Painted Bird boutique in Milford's main street. Specialists in one-off, unique European Vintage clothing for day and special occasion wear. Visit Tuesday to Saturday or at www.paintedbird.nz 164a Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 2473

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: BODYINSYNC, TAKAPUNA

Jayshree Nayee

Building a Business sportspeople and with time-poor executives who benefitted from the Jayshree Nayee founded Bodyinsync as a mobile service in de-stressing powers of a therapeutic massage.

2010, targeting young mothers with therapeutic massage and In April 2016 the Bodyinsync clinic moved again – this time to the beauty treatments. Six years later, Bodyinsync has evolved and other side of Takapuna, above Nouveau Hair Salon on Lake Road. her therapeutic and sports massage services are in demand Again, she received new referrals from the hair salon and further from elite athletes and sports teams as well as professional consolidated her reputation. On Lake Road she was also able to put men and women from all walks of life. They all leave the clinic up her own signage, her strong purple logo on a teardrop flag clearly feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to face busy lives again. signalling her presence.

When Jayshree and her husband moved to New Zealand from While Jayshree started out with an all-female clientele, up to 40% of Zimbabwe in 2003 with their two small children, Jayshree jumped her clients are now male, and she now works with more elite athletes, from the corporate world in Zimbabwe to its New Zealand equivalent, business people and corporate clients than when she started. working in sales and marketing in the print industry. But the print Bodyinsync services now cover the gamut from aromatherapy, hot industry was under pressure and the global financial crisis led to many stone and sports massage to Thai hot compress, sugar foot scrubs, redundancies, Jayshree’s among them. “Coming from Zimbabwe, where redundancy was unheard of, I took a bit of a knock,” she admits waxing and special Pamper Packages – as well as Jayshree’s signature now. “But something in me said it was time to do something different.” Indian scalp massage. She will introduce Thalaspa body wraps later this year.

She decided to follow her passion for alternative therapies. She Jayshree’s high energy levels and passion for what she does are had already trained as a massage therapist in Zimbabwe and held infectious. “For me, I get a buzz when I can make a positive difference diplomas in anatomy, massage, physiology and aromatherapy. “I used to have clients at home – friends and family. I decided to open my own to people’s health and well-being and alleviate acute or chronic pain and discomfort without medication. I have many clients who come in business where I could control my hours and my income and spend feeling down or depressed and leave the clinic feeling uplifted. Others time with my two young kids.” come in stressed, exhausted or injured and leave here able to walk out She quickly discovered that her initial target market was time-poor in less pain. and cash-strapped. In her inimitable extrovert style, by April 2011 she “I’m excited about 2017. Takapuna is at the leading edge of what’s had found a room at a local gym in Milford. It proved the perfect place happening on the Shore and Bodyinsync is a boutique clinic that is for her to build her contacts and her clientele – mostly women aged beginning to be better known in Takapuna. I started out with a dream 35-60, working or semi-retired, with discretionary income. and very little experience running a business, and my business has Four years later, the gym was running more classes and Jayshree’s business had grown. She moved along the road into Takapuna. “I didn’t become more established from all the referrals I receive. At the end of know what had hit me,” she says. “My business just doubled. I was so the day, it’s all about offering good personal service with integrity and professionalism, and I love it.” busy it took me six weeks to introduce myself to my neighbours.

“It proved to me the power of location and the power of referrals.

My business rocketed. It was awesome.”

Bodyinsync, 406 Lake Road, Takapuna (inside Nouveau Hair Joining the Takapuna Beach Business Association also helped, she Salon) 027 2270041 jayshree@bodyinsync.co.nz says. She made new contacts, and started to build her reputation with www.therapeuticmassage.co.nz Facebook: @bodyinsync

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YOGA WITH GOLDEN YOGI

Triathlons to Trikonasana

Erin O'Hara chats to Channel's Heather Vermeer about bringing more zen to the Shore.

In June 2015, former professional triathlete Erin held a beautiful inaugural yoga session at her studio to mark the official opening of Golden Yogi on Hurstmere Road. Since then, the Takapuna haven of peace and poses has blossomed, much like the health of so many of its visitors.

Heather Vermeer: How did Golden Yogi come about here in Hurstmere Road?

Erin O’Hara: I used to have a studio in Barrys Point Road, and at first I kept that open when we moved in here. I opened in this space on 21st June 2015.I love this spot and I’ve been delighted how we’ve developed. It’s so nice to have the ability to offer all we do from this studio here at Takapuna Beach.

When did your yoga journey begin?

I have done yoga since I was 19. I was sick throughout my teenage years. I was very sporty; doing competitive running during my teens and becoming a pro triathlete in my 20s and yoga was something I came to through healing. Initially it was Ashtanga yoga, which I did intensively for about six years.

When I was 25 I moved to the USA to race on the pro circuit and began practising yoga more and more. Especially in L.A., I got into trying out more variations of yoga.

What sets your studio apart from other places where yoga is offered?

We offer so much in one space. When I was in the USA I saw studios that offered so many different classes all in one space. I thought that was a great model to follow.

People come here from all over Auckland. There aren’t many places that offer regular Kundalini classes. We offer Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Iyengar, Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Kirtan, Aquarian Sadhana, Pregnancy Yoga, Mums & Bubs’ and Kids’ Yoga! I like to keep everything very balanced in terms of what we offer because different styles of yoga suit different people.

On top of that, we offer a wide range of nautropathy services in the therapy rooms here.

How do you feel about the rise, and subsequent increased commercialisation, of yoga?

Seeing yoga growing through the years has been interesting. It’s become much more mainstream now compared to when I started practicing. With it becoming more widespread it means that it is now more accessible to more people.

For many people, yoga or stretch classes will start for them at the gym. Anybody can give it a go, and so many more people are doing.

We’re getting more and more guys coming to the studio, for example, which is great to see.

What can people expect from their first class?

Usually the first question I ask is is, ‘what are you wanting out of your yoga practice?’ So then I can give them a good recommendation on where to begin. Someone might wish to come to yoga simply to stretch out their muscles from heavy training, so going to a Kundalini class, which involves chanting, may not be the best fit for them!

Some, on the other hand, might want a more spiritual focus to their practice. They might be more open to chanting!

What’s your favourite yoga practice?

I do a 4am practice. I find that the best time. I like to know I have got

Erin O’Hara

that done before the day begins to unfold and whatever that may bring. It involves meditation and chanting for me. I enjoy the Kundalini style over any particular asanas (poses).

Why should people chose to practice yoga?

Yoga is about bringing back life balance. People are trying to fit more and more into their lives. When we ask someone how they are, they often say ‘busy’, ‘flat out’ or ‘stressed’. It’s about finding that element of balance and connection to your own self.

People come here to try yoga and it transforms their lives. It’s about creating some change and helping people keep cope with their everyday lives.

What’s next for Golden Yogi?

I plan to move into the back space so that I will have two studios to run classes from. I’m also bringing in international teachers to run teacher training programmes. I have a teacher from the UK lined up to come and teach Kundalini.

I look forward to offering pregnancy yoga classes at good times to suit more mums-to-be! There will be a small room for more intimate classes. I would also love to run retreats and full day workshops.

And this month, we’re working with IE Produce to offer ‘Supercharge Your Health’ evening classes on Tuesdays from 7-9pm, running from 14th March to 4th April. Our aim is to make health and wellbeing more accessible to people in the community.

Golden Yogi, Level 1, 46 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna (Above Starbucks - entry from Parkway Arcade) 09 489 5634 www.goldenyogi.co.nz

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Your North Shore guide to summertime health & beauty.

Make life eze!

C R E AT I N G PERMANENT CHANGE

Osmosis Medi Facial The Osmosis Medi Facial is totally tailored according to your skin’s own individual needs. A deep cleansing ritual combined with an enzyme polish exfoliation resurfaces and refines. Plush hot towels are used throughout to infuse actives at a dermal level where the skins vital nutrients are replenished and the skin is rejuvenated. Organic and botanical masks are further customised by adding powerful powder blends and powder actives. Continual facial massage from start to finish reshapes and firms facial muscles as well as making this an ultimate indulgence. Elements of both relaxation and results makes this a FaceTime favourite. $159

Make working out an ‘eze' part of your day, or recondition your problem areas with eze weights.

Designed for wrist, ankle and chest, these weights can add an additional challenge or help rehabilitate your injuries.

Only $24.95 for both wrist (0.5kg) and ankle combination (1kg), or $44.95 for the chest weight (5kg).

Peace & Performance Osteopathy, Albany Clinic, 3/76 Paul Matthews Road, Albany 09 448 1481 www.peaceandperformance.co.nz

Add-on Rejuvenating LED Healite II™ Photofacial | $65

FaceTime Skin Clinic 4/404 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay www.facetimeclinic.co.nz 09 476 7058

Osmosis Complete Complete is a digestive enzyme that matches our own pancreatic enzymes. Complete effectively helps to break down food easing digestion, improves mood, and increases nutrition for wellness. The enzymes can help maximize absorption of nutrients in food, and minimize the strain on the pancreas.

Recommended for: Acid Reflux, Rosacea, Bloating, IBS or Constipation. Also recommended for everyone over 30 as the pancreas starts to slow as we age from being over-stressed. $115

FaceTime Skin Clinic 4/404 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay www.facetimeclinic.co.nz 09 476 7058

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Shore Footed Podiatry Now at 157 Kitchener Road, Milford.

We can help with common foot complaints such as corns, calluses and difficult to manage nails. We also do nail surgery and treat verrucas. We love helping those suffering pain when they exercise, and can prescribe orthotics to improve foot function to eliminate footpain. We sell a range of orthotic friendly sandals, wide fitting shoes and supportive jandals. Our new store is light and bright at the end of the main shopping strip in Milford, and we stock lots of helpful aids such as elastic laces, bunion splints, gel protective aids and Gehwol specialist footcream. Come and see us for advice and help with all your foot complaints.

157 Kitchener Road, Milford.

Ph 09 489 1011 www.shorefootedpodiatry.co.nz

Be Nourished Organic Raw Sauerkraut and Kimchi bursting with live cultures to nourish you from the inside out.

Master Your Pain MASTER CLINIC specialise in pain relief and rehabilitation by offering modern techniques of acupuncture, physiotherapy, chiropractic, podiatry, cupping and tui-na. These treatments are especially beneficial not only for muscular and skeletal repair but also for insomnia, depression, allergies, eczema, infertility, gynaecologic and men’s health problems. Injury related treatments can be covered by ACC.

Ever since the beginning of time organic, raw, unpasteurised cultured living foods, such as sauerkraut, have been wellknown for their powerful healing properties and as a way to nurture and foster improved gut and intestinal health.

You can get this delicious product at BIN INN GLENFIELD, in Glenfield Mall, which has an extensive range of health and wellness products such as organics, gluten free, vegan etc. Not only sauerkraut but you can get KEFIR drinks and fermenting crocks at this amazingly well-stocked shop.

Master Clinic, Glenfield Mall (Level 2 opposite Flight Centre), 09 443 3355.

Shop 209 Glenfield Mall, (Level 2, next to Flight Centre) 09 4431041 glenfield@bininn.co.nz

Makeup and Brow Bar now at Milford Hair Design

Natural Organic Hair Colour Independent master colour stylist Irene Ireland has been working with organic color now for over five years. It was a personal decision she made to clean up her own work space, but it had to deliver a professional finish that her clients would love. CHI Organic Colour is amonia free, paraben free, anti-fade, 100% grey coverage and includes added silk for incredible shine. It delivers intense reds and coppers, as well as beautiful blonde shades that will give you the wow factor and confidence you are looking for. For this fabulous salon experience phone Irene on 027 476 7283 today.

Milford Hair Design now offer a full hair and makeup service, including designer brows by The BrowGal. SPECIAL OFFERS AVAILABLE when you combine hair and makeup for weddings, balls and casual day or evening occasions. Just call in to see us at 123 Kitchener Road, Milford, or phone 489 6286 for a free consultation.

123 Kitchener Rd, Milford Phone: 09 489 6286

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HEALTH & FITNESS: WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

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Exercise and Cancer Risk

New Zealanders have the fourth-highest cancer Claire Bellingham. rate in the world and it’s the country’s single biggest cause of death. Research suggests that a third of cancers could be prevented by healthier lifestyles and regular exercise is an important contributor. Your body is designed to move and physical activity helps support optimal functioning.

Exercise reduces the risk of cancer in several ways. Physical activity helps reduce body fat. Fat cells in the body are active and can produce hormones and proteins that promote the growth of several types of cancer. Exercise also helps regulate insulin production. Insulin can turn on signals that tell cells to multiply, so lowering insulin levels can help stop cancer developing. Physical activity balances estrogen levels, lowering the risk of breast and endometrial cancers. Exercise helps move food through the digestive system, reducing the time bowels are exposed to potentially harmful chemicals such as when you consume alcohol. This lowers the risk of developing bowel cancer.

In 2010 the American College of Sports Medicine reviewed published studies looking at the safety of physical exercise during and after cancer treatment. They concluded that appropriate exercise has the same benefits for cancer survivors as it does for other adults. The main benefit is that it reduces the risk of cancer recurrence. Some of this benefit will come from weight management but other benefits come with appropriate exercise during and after treatment.

After a cancer diagnosis many people slow down. Stress, depression, and feeling sick or fatigued from treatment all tend to make people less active. Unfortunately, fatigue can lead to inactivity, which can lead to more fatigue. Light aerobic activity at a manageable intensity can improve energy levels in the long term. It can enhance circulation and help the heart operate more efficiently. Blood flow to the brain improves cognitive function and mood. Light resistance activity is also important. Cancer treatments combined with inactivity can lead to muscle wasting and loss of function. Maintaining strength can make you less dependent on others for help with daily life. Muscle wasting can also lead to lack of flexibility so stretching is important to maintain range of motion. Light stretching is a great way to stay active if you’re not ready for vigorous exercise.

Many factors will influence ability to exercise, for example the type and stage of cancer, type of treatment and fitness level prior to illness.

The goal of an exercise programme is to gain the benefits without exacerbating the discomfort. Your doctor and your own intuition will be the best guides on how to strike this balance. The gym is a great environment to exercise in a way that minimises risk and maximises enjoyment. It’s well-lit with even surfaces and friendly assistance is on hand. You can attend at a time of day that suits your energy level and there are lots of exercise options to suit you. Cancer treatment can be very isolating so it’s often helpful to enjoy a common interest with other health-focused people.

Last year Les Mills Takapuna lost valued friend and colleague Wayne Tokley to kidney cancer. Wayne remained a committed gym user until his mobility prevented him from attending. As a community we were privileged to see so much of Wayne and share in his journey. A lifelong commitment to health and fitness enabled Wayne and his wife Sonje to complete their bucket list and serve as an inspiration to all those dedicated to pursuing optimal health and quality of life.

Cancer treatments are becoming more effective and The Cancer Society estimates that one in three New Zealanders diagnosed make a full recovery. Life offers no guarantees but prioritising your fitness gives you the best possible chance of enjoying health, wellbeing and independence.

Les Mills Takapuna, Rooftop Level, Shore City, Takapuna 0800 LES MILLS lesmills.co.nz clairebellingham.co.nz claire@clairebellingham.co.nz

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PEACE & PERFORMANCE WITH GRAEME SAXBY

A Good Night's Sleep?

Most of us look forward to a good night’s Graeme Saxby sleep in order to recharge and refresh for the morning, but for some, poor sleep habits actually contribute to pain throughout the following day.

So what is the best way to sleep?

There are some basic rules that can be observed and some easyto-adopt changes that will make all the difference to your night’s sleep.

First of all, it’s a good idea to find out how you sleep currently.

Some people are adopting the favoured position of lying on their back facing the ceiling (probably the best option), others are lying prone with their head turned to one side and arms elevated (probably the worst position), whilst the majority lie on one side (usually facing away from a partner).

Sidelying postures can be improved by good quality neck support that gets between the neck and shoulder to avoid pinching at the base of the neck, and keeping the underside arm down rather than beneath the head. In fact, if the arm is needed beneath the pillow, then the pillow is probably too thin to be of any real use anyway.

Try this test: Lie on your side on your normal mattress and pillow adopting the position you feel most comfortable in. Now add a folded hand towel beneath the pillow and try again. If you feel your uppermost shoulder has rolled forward less and you feel more open at the front of the chest, you have probably improved your posture.

Now try rolling the towel into a sausage shape and run it along the base of the pillow. If this feels better still, you are probably in need of additional support to the neck on a regular basis.

And so to the rules: #1 - Turn off all light and sound emitting devices at least an hour before bed, and don’t take them to bed with you. The brain stimulation confuses the natural melatonin production and simulates daylight as far as your brain is concerned. #2 - Avoid caffeine after lunch. Use decaffeinated versions instead, or not at all. #3 - Try not to eat too much or too late. If you have had a larger meal, try to walk it off with a stroll afterwards #4 - Make sure your muscles have had enough to do during the day. Variety of exercise to stimulate circulation will help avoid cramps and restless legs. #5 - Make sure the sheets and pillow cases are changed regularly and carpets hoovered through. With the maritime air and moulds that are everywhere this may even help resolve some snoring issues!

If neck, back or shoulder pain are still bothering you in the mornings, there could be more going on that may need the attention of an osteopath or other specialist.

We recommend and stock osteopathically designed Peace Pillows for those needing additional support.

For more see https://sleepfoundation.org/ Good night, Graeme.

Peace & Performance, Albany Clinic, 3/76 Paul Matthews Road, Albany 09 448 1481 www.peaceandperformance.co.nz ​Peace and Performance, Albany Clinic, 3/76 Paul Matthews Road, Albany 09 448 1481 www.allbacksosteo.com

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HEALTH & FITNESS: PILATES UNLIMITED, TAKAPUNA

Pilates Unlimited Authentic Studio & Training Centre for Romana’s Pilates International Certification Programme Pilates Unlimited is celebrating 17 years in operation this month, and the studio has a client base of close to 200 hundred clients. There are many very loyal and regular clients who have experienced the great results of regular Pilates sessions. Joseph Pilates developed over 600 exercises incorporating many different pieces of apparatus.

Pilates Unlimited is fully equipped with all of the equipment, which has enabled the studio to be approved to run the International Training Programme here in New Zealand that originates from New York. Joseph Pilates's protege Romana Kryzanowska carried on his work from what he had taught her. In 2003, Romana came to the studio, then Carole Fraser went to Seattle to complete her final certification training under Romana. What an amazing experience it was to learn from Romana. She would say: “I am proud of what a lifetime of practicing Pilates has done for me. Now let me show you what Pilates can do for you.”

Last month Elisabeth Kumar was promoted to a teacher trainer for Romana’s Pilates at Pilates Unlimited. This is in recognition of all of the work she has done with the apprentices and her knowledge of Pilates. There are many elements to the process to become a teacher trainer and Lizzie has excelled in all areas. Additionally Lizzie has a very loyal clientele and she has been teaching at the studio since 2009.

Congratulations from all of us at Pilates Unlimited Takapuna Beach.

Elisabeth Kumar

Romana’s Pilates ®

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Since 2009, Pilates Unlimited has trained eight groups of apprentices. Last month, the ninth group commenced their training with a three-day seminar. There are seven apprentices - five from Auckland, one from Hamilton and one from Christchurch. Prior to this, they had all completed 75 hours of prerequisite lessons. To become a Romana’s Pilates Certified Instructor takes 12-18 months. The next intake will be in July 2017 and we already have two applicants working towards this. Next month we will be launching a new website just on the Romana’s Pilates Training programme too.

So whether you would like to be a client or train to be a Pilates Instructor, come and visit the studio and meet the team. Or visit the website for more information www.pilatesunlimited.co.nz.

ROMANA KRYZANOWSKA World renowned protégé of Joseph Pilates.

Authentic Studio and Training Centre www.romanaspilates.co.nz Contact: Carole Fraser – carole@pilatesunlimited.co.nz

Pilates Unlimited, 8 Northcroft Street, Takapuna Beach 09 486 1018 or email carole@pilatesunlimited.co.nz.

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CHANNEL FEATURE INTERVIEW: RED LUNDAY DE WAAL

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Walking On

With Hope In Her Heart Te Araroa, The Long Pathway.

Heather Vermeer talks to Red Lunday de Waal as she nears the end of her quest to walk the length of New Zealand to get kids on bikes and encourage active lives.

“I would walk 500 miles, and I would walk 500 more…” And 500 more…and that still wouldn’t be enough to cover the distance Red Lunday de Waal is walking, alone, across the length of New Zealand. Her love of fitness and her wish to raise funds to inspire others to good health, as well as the small matter of an upcoming milestone birthday, prompted this Shore dynamo to pound the pathways of Aotearoa.

Te Araroa, The Long Pathway, was mapped by Devonport’s Geoff Chapple and stretches 3000km continuously from Cape Reinga to Bluff. It officially opened in December 2011 as the walking trail spanning the length of New Zealand.

“There’s not long to go now and I’m sad,” Red opened her telephone interview from Te Anau in mid-February. With ‘just’ 200km to walk to complete her year-long adventure, Red’s mix of joy and gratitude temper her sadness as she nears the end of the long road she’s walked alone. “I am so enjoying it, I just don’t want it to end.”

Red set the goal of walking the trail between her birthdays; starting in April last year with an aim to finish it before her ‘significant birthday’ on April 8th this year.

She said: “I knew I would complete it when I set out do it. I’m just trying to slow it up now really as I don’t want it to end!”

This walking wonder woman who lives in Takapuna after many years in Devonport, ordinarily can be seen most mornings tackling the comparatively tame terrain of Takarunga, Mount Victoria. What has been the most physically tough terrain on her body during this monumental walk?

“Ninety Mile Beach was tough on my feet,” she explains. “The combination of four days with the wet and sand created issues for me. Since then, I’ve had no problems at all.

“I have my routine, like we all do. When I finish walking at the end

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of the day, I immediately put my ‘skins’ compression garments on; they support my knees and muscles. There’s no hot shower to jump into! So I wrap up in my fleece and my puffer jacket. That keeps me warm.”

When we spoke, yesterday’s wash had come in the form of a wild swim. “I took a dip in South Mavora Lake - it was gorgeous!”

Only positivity gushes from Red, as she brushes aside the many challenges she has faced.

In April 2016, Red left the infamous signpost at Cape Reinga, heading for the home of the cause she is walking to raise funds and awareness for, Mangere. This lengthy stretch involved passing through her beloved home patch of the Shore during this time - the trail snakes down the Shore coastline from Browns Bay through Takapuna to Devonport.

Between October and November, she walked from Mangere to Wellington. She has walked the entire South Island since picking up the trail at the beginning of December, not stopping for Christmas or New Year.

She glances over traversing the Waiau Pass in falling snow, Mount Martha’s Saddle in gale force winds, experiencing persistent, driving rain that most would find debilitating.

“I adored Canterbury. I love the vast landscape. While the beech forests are really beautiful, there’s something very special about having the vast landscape set out before you. And it’s just me in that landscape. Sometimes I just stand there in awe and cry! Sometimes it’s just quite overwhelming."

Meeting Teau Aiturau in early 2016 was timely for Red. She had contemplated trekking Te Araroa since its inception and was wanting to do something special to mark her big birthday. When she heard Teau’s tale, and his subsequent community fitness plight, she

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was inspired to tackle the walk for his cause and make this a year-long event.

A South Auckland man of Cook Islands descent, Teau, lost 120kgs (yes, lost 120kgs) by biking to fitness. He previously weighed 252kg. Both his parents passed away obese, and his brother is bed-ridden due to his weight. “I thought that’s enough,” he said. “I have to do something for myself and the community.”

A friend gifted Teau a mountain bike and, after trying to lose weight for many years, this was what made the difference to him, enabling him to shift the phenomenal amount of weight through exercising. Since then, he has been on a quest to help others get fitter too.

He established the Time To Thrive Charitable Trust in his home patch of Mangere, with a vision of providing inspiration, motivation and wheels to children to counteract obesity issues. The charity has become known by its abbreviation of the ‘Triple Ts'. His Mangere BikeFIT programme has given away over 200 bikes through the scheme. He also offers bike maintenance workshops and has organised a kids’ triathlon.

Red shares Teau’s passion for biking - she founded Bike Shore last year with fellow cyclist Claudia Page - and is one of Auckland’s biggest biking advocates. The group already has over 200 members (the next breakfast get together, open to all, will be March 31st 7-8am at Jam Cafe, Takapuna).

“Teau is the most inspiring man, who is now supporting others to do the same and is making a huge difference. I really admire who he is and what he is doing for his community.

“It felt like I heard about him at exactly the right time; I was looking for something special to do and had been wanting to do the trail. We hit it off immediately. So walking the trail to support him and his work tied in perfectly with my love of walking and biking.

It felt like he’d given me a really special gift - this reason to do the trail.”

Teau surprised Red at the start of her crusade up at Cape Reinga, with a team of cheerleaders to inspire as she got on her way. She is hugely grateful for his support and inspiration.

Red’s biggest hope for the journey is to reach her target of $30k.

Teau Aiturau Red Lunday de and Waal.

“I have raised over $20,000 so far,” she says, with 228km to Bluff and less than two months of her Give A Little Page left. Her year-long fundraising page, which opened on her April 8th birthday last year - https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/redwalks4time2thrive closes on April 7th.

What has most surprised her about the trail? “It hasn’t surprised me, but it’s been a source of wonder. You get to really think about things. You learn to trust your inner self and let your heart guide you and it’s really special being in touch with that on a daily basis.

“The South Island has been incredible; going through the Richmond Ranges and the Red Hills, the Nelson Lakes, river crossings, Breast Hill, and Motatapu Track…all physically demanding and I love the challenge.

“It may sound a little out there, but I seem to instinctively know the best path to take. It’s been a really intuitive journey and I don't know that we get the chance to call on our intuition and those basic instincts much in everyday life.”

Red heaps praise on all those who have figuratively ‘walked beside her’, from strangers to well-known faces, including her husband John who joined her on her stretch through Papakauri Stream.

March is ‘Walk Month’ in Auckland. Auckland Council has created The Auckland Walk Challenge to walk the ‘virtual’ length of New Zealand, mirroring what Red has achieved. Encouraging teams of friends, colleagues and families to hit the streets with their feet, the free initiative involves participants entering their steps online with an aim of walking the distance from Cape Reinga to Bluff.

Red is due to reach Bluff, for real, as Channel goes to print in late February.

So join in - support Red, support Teau, support healthy lifestyles.

In spite of your epic solo voyage, Red, you’ll never walk alone.

Give: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/redwalks4time2thrive Follow: www.facebook.com/redwalksteararoa Sign up for The Auckland Walk Challenge: https://auckland.walkertracker.com

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HEAHTL & BEAUTY: CACI

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Caci treatment plans - why you’ll want to join this year!

Caci are the industry leaders and, with 22 years’ experience, we’ve learnt a lot along the way. We know that the best way to get truly long lasting results is with tailored, regular treatments. That’s why we developed a set of unique treatment plans to give you the best possible results, in a time frame and budget that suits you.

Learn more about Caci treatment plans below and why they could be your best bet, in helping you achieve your beauty goals this year.

What is a treatment plan?

A plan is your customised schedule of treatments, specifically designed to target your concerns and deliver the best results.

Consistency and personalisation is key, so all of our treatment plans consist of regular treatments over the course of a year.

What is the benefit of a treatment plan? Why not just have a one off treatment?

One off treatments are a nice way to treat yourself, but often only provide short term results. To achieve real, lasting results; regular and consistent treatments are key, as they have an accumulative effect, the more you have - the longer results will last.

Treatment plan benefits: 20% off beauty therapy services all year around Beauty rewards such as free facials and eyebrow and lash services Payment plans - so you can pay off your treatments over time, in a

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You’ll save money! On a treatment plan, you’ll pay less compared to paying for the same amount of treatments individually.

Which treatment plan is right for me?

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SCHOLARSHIPS AT KRISTIN Kristin is one of New Zealand’s leading independent schools, providing co-educational learning for students from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Our school’s excellent reputation has been built on strong academic, cultural and sporting achievements. But a Kristin education is about more than scholarly achievement. We believe in creating a world led by good people, who are invested in making the future better.

To help foster this, Kristin offers a range of scholarships for new students. Awards range from 30% of tuition fees for Academic and General Excellence Scholarships to 50% for Foundation Scholarships.

For more information about Kristin Scholarships please refer to our website at www.kristin.school.nz or contact the Registrar Linda Teagle at admissions@kristin.school.nz or 09 415 9566 Ext 2324.

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ILOVETAKAPUNA NEWS

Talking Takapuna Time flies when you’re having fun! It feels like it was just yesterday when we welcomed 2017 and suddenly it’s March now!

Takapuna has had a fantastic start to the year with plenty of events happening over both January and February. We want to thank everyone who came to the Takapuna French Festival as well as all the participants in the Takapuna Beach Cup! This March we welcome the French Film Festival coming to Berkeley Cinemas Takapuna from 3-22 March. The festival film lineup is très fantastique and we encourage everyone to embrace a little French culture and get along to watch at least one of the films.

On Saturday March 18th we welcome both the Regional Dragon Boat Championships at Lake Pupuke and the Auckland University Great Waka Ama Race at Takapuna Beach.

And don’t forget that we have free I Love Takapuna tuktuk rides every Saturday. Flag the tuktuk down, hop on, and cruise in style around Takapuna! We also have our I Love Takapuna ambassadors going around giving away goodies, who are happy to chat and answer any questions you have.

We also want to welcome all of the new businesses to Takapuna over the last few months, including Andrea Moore, Designer Wardrobe, Federation, Stylestarter Boutique and The Vault. For the motorcycle enthusiasts, we welcome Royal Enfield who have set up shop in Northcroft Street. Street Organics - café and real food store have opened with a really cool space in Byron Avenue, offering great coffee and a focus on wholesome food which is most definitely worth a visit. For those of you that love to get out on the water Ocean Culture, located on the Promenade, opposite the Bruce Mason Centre are a SUP, Surf and café shop all in one and you will often find them down at Takapuna Beach. So go ahead and give it a go!

Looking forward to April where we will once again have our Easter Carnival (Saturday 8th) so bring the whole family along as we have our Giant Easter Egg Hunt and lots of family entertainment and activities. We will also be welcoming the World Masters Games

participants as they compete in different sport disciplines across Auckland with many being located around the North Shore and In Takapuna, whatever it is that you are competing in.. ..good on you for getting involved and good luck!

If you prefer a bit of culture then look no further than The Pumphouse and The Bruce Mason Centre, where between them they offer a wonderful line of entertainment for just about every taste.

Don’t forget to follow us @ILoveTakapuna on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you want to share your photos, videos, and content to us, simply tag us or use #ilovetakapuna on Instagram.

March Events:

Every Sunday: Outdoor Les Mills Bodybalance Fitness Classes Every Tuesday: Harcourts Beach Series Every other Wednesday: Triathlete's Corner Swim Run series Every Saturday: Free I Love Takapuna Tuktuk Rides 1 – 26 March: Inaugural North Shore Notable’s exhibition featuring Paul Woodruffe (Lake House Arts Centre) 3 March: Grumpy Old Women – Game of Crone (Bruce Mason Centre) 3 March: Sublime with Rome (Bruce Mason Centre) 3 – 22 March: Alliance Française French Film Festival 2017 5 March: Jubilation Gospel Choir (The PumpHouse Theatre) 7-10 March: World Premiere One Woman Show - Fish Saw (The PumpHouse Theatre) 7 March: Daniel O'Donnell With Mary Duff (Bruce Mason Centre) 10 March: Peppa Pig Muddy Puddles Live! (Bruce Mason Centre) 11 & 25 March: Summer Courtyard Sessions (The Elephant Wrestler) 11 March: Tegan and Sara (Bruce Mason Centre) 11 March: Life After Life (The PumpHouse Theatre) 12 March: 20th Lakeside Multicultural Festival (The PumpHouse Theatre) 18 March: Auckland University Great Waka Ama Race 18-19 March: Auckland Regional Dragon Boat Championships 18 March: Grease - The Movie (The PumpHouse Theatre) 24 March: Theatre Paranormal Experience (The PumpHouse Theatre) 25 March: Retrospect: An Epoch Exploration (The PumpHouse Theatre) 26 March: Brian Greene: A Time Traveller's Tale (Bruce Mason Centre)

Share your Takapuna Beach photos on our social media to be in to win! #ilovetakapuna www.ILoveTakapuna.co.nz

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Only 10 minutes from the CBD With a vibrant beach atmosphere, a thriving hospitality scene, designer shopping, bustling Sunday markets, live entertainment and stunning views across the Hauraki Gulf to the iconic Rangitoto Island why not come and spend some time in Takapuna, you will love it!

Top 10 things to see & do!

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Walk on the beach, take a swim or relax and enjoy the views across the Hauraki Gulf to the iconic Rangitoto Island.

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Find your inner peace with a Yoga or Pilates session or relax with a blissful massage.

Visit the bustling Takapuna Sunday Markets, a real favourite amongst locals.

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Take the Takapuna – Milford walkway which forms part of the Te Araroa walkway and check out the unique fossil forest.

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Pack a picnic and relax on the grassy shores of Lake Pupuke, bring your fishing rod and try your luck at catching a trout.

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Join a big foody Takapuna Food & Culture Walking Tour.

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Get on the water and try your hand at stand up paddle boarding or learn to windsurf.

Enjoy live theatre, music, arts, culture and heritage at the Bruce Mason Centre or at the intimate and historic Pumphouse Theatre, located on the edge of Lake Pupuke.

Experience hospitality Takapuna style, a world of wonderful cuisine awaits your taste buds from casual cafĂŠs, tasty takeaways to beautiful beachfront dining.

Shop for something special at one of many boutique fashion, jewellery, home and giftware stores along the high street or within the mall.

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OPEN NOW A Master and Apprentice share mutual respect.

The Master passes down knowledge but in turn learns from the Apprentice, one cannot exist without the other. What you’ll find at our Takapuna Beer House is not just beer, but a friendly, relaxed, and modern environment that’s about good times & mutual respect.

So come on in, grab a seat and pass it down.

masterandapprentice.co.nz 09 486 6330 / hello@masterandapprentice.co.nz No. 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland, 0622

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HURSTMERE HOOLEY FRIDAY MARCH 17TH

St Patrick's Day Hurstmere Hooley!

Friday March 17th on Hurstmere Road

Shillelaghs, shamrocks and shenanigans, it’s a day to eat, drink and be Irish – the world famous Hurstmere Hooley is on in Takapuna again for St Patrick’s Day – Friday March 17th.

Once again, in the traditions of St Paddy, it’s going to be huge on Hurstmere Road.

For the eighth consecutive year Takapuna strip’s top bars – led by the Shore’s leading Irish Pub Florrie McGreal’s – are getting together on St Paddy’s Day to celebrate and fondly toast the Patron Saint of Ireland.

As has become the popular tradition on the big day for the main event, the entire footpath outside Florrie McGreal’s and neighbouring pubs The Elephant Wrestler and the brand new Master and Apprentice (see feature in this issue) has been designated as The Green Zone, the perfect place for a Hurstmere Hooley.

Festivities for St Paddy’s Day will kick off outside Florrie McGreal’s for a traditional Irish breakfast which starts at 8am. Live entertainment starts at 12noon on the specially erected stage within the cordoned off area of the footpath, and will continue throughout the afternoon and evening with contemporary and traditional Irish solo entertainers, bands, and Irish dancers.

This year, the line-up will feature Jono Lonney and John Davey, two the most experienced Irish musicians to found in Auckland and back performing from previous years will the ever-popular Paddy Mac and the Mangled Badgers.

From 10pm on, both Florrie’s and the Elephant Wrestler will feature toe-tapping sing-a-long live entertainment inside their premises. The Hurstmere Road Hooley for Friday the 17th March, is building to be

massive or as the Irish would say – great craic.

As attendees will well know, and is evident in the lively photos that appear in Channel Magazine each year, dressing up is a big part of the day. It is fantastic that people go to such trouble to celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland.

So there it is Channel Magazine readers. The best celebration of St Paddy is right here on the Shore in Takapuna – to be sure, to be sure, to be sure – the world famous Hurstmere Hooley!

Join in the St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Hurstmere Road with…

Florrie McGreals Irish Pub: 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Ph 486 6330. www.florriemcgrealsirishpub.co.nz Master and Apprentice: 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Ph 486 6330. www.masterandapprentice.co.nz The Elephant Wrestler: 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Ph 489 8030. www.elephantwrestler.co.nz

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CHANNEL FEATURE: MASTER AND APPRENTICE, HURSTMERE STRIP, TAKAPUNA

By Aidan Bennett

Takapuna’s fast-growing reputation as one of Auckland best destinations for bars and eateries gets a further shot in the arm early in March with the launch of ‘Master and Apprentice’ a completely new craft beer bar and eatery being opened on Hurstmere Road.

Master and Apprentice represents the first collaboration between two well-known North Shore publicans, Kevin Schwass and Paul Lomax. The two have combined experience of more than three decades in Takapuna. Kevin (affectionately known as Schwassie to most) over two decades and Paul close to a decade. I guess that makes Kevin the Master and Paul the Apprentice?

As I got together with the duo to talk about their new venture in midFebruary, builders were full steam ahead transforming the old Blankengerge Belgian Beer Café into the Master & Apprentice.

It certainly is a makeover. The only thing

MASTER AND Artists impressions of the new bar.

It’s all about good times and mutual respect that will remain vaguely similar to patrons will be where to find the toilets from Blankengerge.

Blankengerge has been a fixture on the ‘Hurstmere Strip’ for 15 years, so why the change?

“Blankengerge has been an institution in Takapuna for a long time but it had done its dash,” explained Schwassie in his usual forthright manner. “It was time for something new so I rang Paul to get his thoughts. I was actually digging to see who would be the best designer for a new concept bar. Over the ensuing beer we decided to get together. We are

starting with Master and Apprentice and then we will also be making some exciting changes to Florrie McGreal’s Irish Pub as well. It’s the Shore’s only Irish bar so it will be staying, but enhancements will follow shortly after the opening of Master and Apprentice.”

“We’ve been mates for quite a few years,” adds Paul Lomax. “While we’ve been staunch competitors we have always got on well with a mutual respect for one another. This pub game is one of the hardest of all so we do respect the fact that we have been successful over a long period. We reckon it’s a pretty good fit

There will be an edginess in the new bar with whiskey and beer tasting trays, a GeorgeFM DJ on Friday nights, ladies nights on Thursday’s as well as regular degustation and tasting nights.

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and we are both excited about this new concept we have come up with for the Master and Apprentice. Locals will love it.”

Kevin and Paul say that between them they have operated every bar in the block. It is ironic that the new bar will be a craft beer bar as Schwassie was ahead of his time when he opened R’toto Pub & Café and the Rangitoto Brewing Company – with its own brewery on the site – way back in 1996. He had just come from a decade managing and owning the famous Poenamo Hotel. R’toto and the Rangitoto Brewing Company stayed until 2002 when Blankengerge was introduced and then further changes came a few years later when R’toto became the Macs Hurstmere Road Brew Bar in 2010 under a partnership that Kevin Schwass was involved in. He sold that interest following the establishment of Macs Brew Bar. In 2009, an opportunity came to acquire the neighbouring premises to Blankengerge.

Once acquired he set about renovating and reintroducing Florrie McGreal’s Irish Pub to the Takapuna pub scene. Florrie’s, named after Kevin’s grandmother, had been part of the Poenamo from 1993.

Paul Lomax and Kevin Schwass outside their new bar on Hurstmere Road.

I am excited about the menu. It has been developed with sharing in mind and there will be something to satisfy most appetites.

Regulars will know what they are going to get and will love it!

APPRENTICE Kevin Schwass is well known for his community involvement as a local councillor for many years. In 2010 he was honoured with a Queens Silver Medal (QSM) for his services to the community and hospitality. In 2015 he was inducted into Hospitality New Zealand’s “Hall of Fame”.

English-born Paul Lomax came to Takapuna in 2007 from Christchurch. A chef (for 25 years) turned publican, Paul loves the hospitality game and came along to operate the Copper Room and Goode Brothers in partnership with Barworks Hospitality Group. He was instrumental in the development of the site into The Elephant Wrestler which was launched just four days before the Rugby World Cup. Since that time he has gone on to open a number of new bars and eateries in other locations, including Northern Union Pub in Silverdale and Pilkingtons in Shortland Street in the City. He still owns both. Paul’s expertise with food is playing a big part in the interesting menu being created for Master and Apprentice.

“We believe locals will go wow when

they see the new bar,” says Paul Lomax.

“It will be hard to remember what was there before. Master and Apprentice will be a real meeting place. We will have some great beers, clearly lots of craft beers (13-14), but also many of the much-loved mainstream beers.

“I am excited about the menu. It has been developed with sharing in mind and there will be something to satisfy most appetites. Regulars will know what they are going to get and will love it!. We have even retained a couple of much-loved aspects of Blankengerge for nostalgic reasons – Mussel Madness Monday and Steak Night, which we will call The Butcher’s Cuts.”

The name for the new bar has significance as well. Master and Apprentice refers to the brewing process (not to Schwassie and Paul!). They share mutual respect. There’s always a Master who is passing on knowledge to the Apprentice. The Master is always focused on quality, while the Apprentice provides the edginess. There will be an edginess in the new bar with whiskey and beer tasting trays, a GeorgeFM DJ on Friday nights,

ladies nights on Thursday’s as well as regular degustation and tasting nights. The striking design that includes prominent skylights to create conservatory-style natural light will also add a great deal.

You don’t have to spend too long with the two to pick up that Paul’s enthusiasm and energy has given Schwassie a new lease of life. He is focused on reinvigorating the Hurstmere Strip and together they are a formidable team.

These days Kevin spends time between a home on the Sunshine Coast in Australia and an apartment in Takapuna. He has found the perfect business partner to fit this lifestyle.

“Takapuna is really growing new legs with hospitality in a number of areas,” adds Kevin. “Where we are is the bar precinct. On the waterfront are the eateries and there are quite a few other interesting new eateries as well. We think Master and Apprentice will fit great in the overall mix.”

Master and Apprentice, open from March 2nd, 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Phone 486 6330 or visit: www.masterandapprentice.co.nz

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WINE: WITH LIZ WHEADON OF GLENGARRY

Direct to you from the vineyard Buying wine for a company like Glengarry may sound like a glamorous task, and when I introduce myself at tastings and talk about what I do, I’m always greeted with – ‘how do I get your job?’ Whilst it is thoroughly enjoyable, the part I’ve never quite got to grips with is telling a winemaker that ‘yes, your wine is very good, but we just don’t have room for it on the shelf’. Our shelves do after all have a defined capacity and Auckland land prices definitely don’t allow for bigger shops in the convenient locations that ours are in.

This has always been a challenge and one that has escalated of late to the point that we knew we had to do something about it.

Adding to that is the fact that Glengarry, as an independent, Kiwi born and bred enterprise, have always championed the small guys and brought the rarer, more eclectic wines to our customers.

There’s another angle that we were very aware of too, the New Zealand wine industry is a diverse and colourful beast, year by year growing in stature. It has attracted much international investment into the wineries themselves, retail outlets, grocery chains and online operations. A crowded (and sadly, frequently offshore) market. While there’s nothing wrong with this in general terms, it has become increasingly difficult for small New Zealand wineries, (brewers and distillers, too) to fight their way through these often big and bolshie networks and get in front of the consumers. You might also consider that, as in other areas, internationally-based control can mean the profits are channelled out of our country rather than into the local economy.

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distillers outside our normal network. They are now able to deliver directly to you via the Glengarry digital platform. We don’t want to build Liz Wheadon a wall, we’re breaking one down.

It’s a winning arrangement; when you order this way, you’ll have the customer service and care you normally experience through Glengarry, as we take charge of that for each winery. You’ll be delivered the wine direct from the winery, utilising Glengarry’s extensive logistics experience and capability. Though not coming directly from Glengarry, the goods will be able to be tracked and traced via the Glengarry website and our Call Centre will know all about them. So we’re talking convenience and ease of mind.

So where’s the downside? There isn’t one. Glengarry have created the ultimate in online retailing sites via a hub that brings the disparate parts of our local industry together. Boutique operations that previously struggled to get to you will now have a vehicle, all gassed up and ready to go. There are no listing fees for suppliers, no hefty sums to be added - it’s about taking down barriers and ensuring that New Zealand’s excellent, but often unheralded wineries have a local and supportive route to the market.

We launched this just before Christmas, amidst the busiest trading period of the year. Despite that, the uptake from wineries to get involved was overwhelming. A new year and we now have 100 wineries who have joined us online to sell to you direct. Given the interest and success of this to date, we know this is only the beginning and look forward to presenting New Zealand’s most extensive range of quality Wine, Beer and Spirits online.

With no physical limitations, it’s no longer a case of, sorry we can’t fit that on the shelf, more a – let’s do it, let’s sell your great wine to our customers. www.glengarry.co.nz

FOR THE HOME WITH HOME FABRICS, TAKAPUNA

Sleep Over in Supreme Comfort The youngest grandchild, Olive, not yet 2, is coming tonight for her first ever sleepover with us. There appears to be great excitement all around, though I am not quite sure why. I understand, through some convoluted logic that was explained to me, that this is actually a practice for the night in a week's time when we are babysitting and it is actually required to sleepover. One can only hope that the rules for a practice sleepover are the same as for a baby sitting sleepover and that Olive actually sleeps tonight. I have work tomorrow!

Anyway, the appropriate changes are being made to accommodate this historic occasion. I am being shifted into the spare room so that Olive can spend the night with Nana. The house is being tidied and vacuumed so she can spread her mess in a clean environment and we are having fish for dinner, because Olive likes fish. Seems to me that Miss Not-quite-two is already running the joint. She is a lot of fun though and, of course, the most intelligent, well-rounded child you would ever come across.

Moving into the spare room is a bit daunting. We have never quite got around to doing it up. It is the domain of the other grandchildren and the son–in–law who stays with us occasionally when he is in town. The bed is an old double size that one of the kids had when flatting and somehow left with us when they moved out for the second or third time. God only knows how old it is.

Fortunately I am certain that it will have one of our fantastic feather toppers on it to take away all the lumps and bumps that have crept in over the years.

When we started making our feather toppers, many years ago, we spent many nights experimenting with the best construction, type of fill, and fill weight to put in them to maximise the comfort.

The resulting product has been so successful we have sold them throughout the country and to cruise liners and luxury hotels. We have even sold them to a luxury hotel right in the heart of Paris.

The proprietor, who already had feather toppers on the hotel beds, visited New Zealand and realised ours were a superior product, so arranged for us to airfreight a shipment to her to replace theirs.

So what makes our product so successful? Firstly it is covered in not one, but two, layers of down-proof fabric to keep the feathers tightly in place. I know of no other manufacturer who does this.

Then we add more fill than any other brand (almost 10 kilos in a queen size) and make sure that the construction allows for the topper to be both turned to use on either side, to maximise wear and give more loft. They are just fabulous.

When we started making our feather toppers, many years ago, we spent many nights experimenting with the best construction, type of fill, and fill weight to put in them to maximise the comfort.

I am certain I will be very cosy tucked up in there tonight.

Wonderful feather topper, 100% cotton Louis Alexander hotel quality sheets, and ultimate feather pillows that are just soft enough for me to pull over my ears should Olive decide that a practice sleepover requires a few practice crys in the night.

-Gerald Home Fabrics, 28 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 1103 www.homefabrics.co.nz

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Email: sales@homefabrics.co.nz. web: www.homefabrics.co.nz 28 Hurstmere Road, PO Box 33-024, Takapuna Beach.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS LES MILLS GRIT Join us every Saturday* over summer for our free LES MILLS GRIT® Cardio classes WHERE: Milford Reserve, Craig Road, Milford WHEN: Every Saturday over summer TIME: 9.00am-9:30am STARTS: Until Saturday 24 March 2017

LES MILLS BODYBALANCE Join us every Sunday* over summer for our free LES MILLS BODYBALANCE® classes WHERE: Outside Takapuna Beach Café, Northern Reserve, The Promenade, Takapuna WHEN: Every Sunday over summer TIME: 10.00am-10:55am STARTS: Until Sunday 25 March 2017

AUTUMN WINDS

$

10.90

*

What:

Music for Pipe Organ, Oboe & Trumpet A late Summer festival with variety

When:

Sunday 26 March 4pm

Where: Takapuna Methodist Church,

429 Lake Road, Takapuna Details: Featuring leading North

Shore artists: Janet Gibbs on Organ, Alison Dunlop on Oboe,

Peter Reid on Cornetto and Baroque trumpet.

Solo and in concert.

Entry by programme: Suggested donation $20 (School age free) in support of a major project to upgrade and refurbish the organ.

Sunday to Wednesday Berkeley Takapuna 09 488 6000 hoyts.co.nz

*Terms and conditions apply. 3D tickets $13.90.

Inquiries call TMC Office 489 4590.

See also http://takapuna.methodist.org.nz/events

Tell the Shore about your community events Let the Shore know the what/where/when and why of your community event in our new Community Events page. Advertise your community/fundraising event on our Community Events page and reach 25,500 households and businesses across the Shore. $100 +GST. Email christine@channelmag.co.nz or call 021 765 981

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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT QUINOVIC, TAKAPUNA

OPTOMETRY HAYDON OPTOMETRISTS, TAKAPUNA

Quinovic Property Management is Right for You! Specs That Here at Quinovic we understand that there are never enough hours in the day. Busy Property investors, especially those with demanding careers or a business to run have a limited amount of disposable time. Rental properties are proving hard to manage in these types of lifestyles, so why lose hours of sleep over your rental property, when Quinovic can do it for you?

As Quinovic Takapuna Property Management owner, expert Graeme Henderson points out that self-managing invariably proves riskier, more expensive and stressful than owners realise. It is often more profitable for them to spend their time looking for additional investment properties or working on their own business rather than “managing” their property.

Property is a physical asset that needs practical care and attention.

Shares move around in a virtual world, but property management happens in real life and requires people working on it all the time.

However this cannot be just anyone. You need people who can do more than simply ‘care-take’ your property. You need people like Quinovic Property Management, who know exactly how to ensure you can unlock the maximum value from your investment. Therefore Quinovic is the right choice for you!

We have 25-plus years of experience, where we have enabled property investors all over New Zealand to gain better returns and protect the value of their property portfolio. Along with these 25-plus years of experience we have developed a great reputation, with 90% of our customers coming to us through referrals from satisfied clients who find investing in property successful and tell others. We have been in the property game for so long that we are experts and know which properties make good investments, and we know how to charge top market rent.

Quinovic is one of the largest independent property management groups in New Zealand, we have more accurate rental appraisal values, we are dealing with more tenants daily and we are able to invest in superiors systems to make your investment profitable, easy and safe.

What makes us different is that our core focus is property management; we do not sell properties or act as body’s corporate. We work solely for the property owner, and so there is no conflict of interest about whose interest we put first, it is always yours. Our property owners have easy and instant access to the property records wherever they are in the world, 24/7 via our world class internet-based reporting systems which is appealing to most property owners. This also allows accurate income and expenditure statements providing clear and concise financial details, enabling ease of accounting and taxation returns for owners.

If you’re an experienced investor, or if you’re just starting out, Quinovic’s proven systems for Care and Return can give you the edge to make it a real success. We ensure maximum tenancy income, appropriate expenditure on maintenance, and that your property is positioned for growth in valuation. “We make the whole process easy for the property owner, let us show you how we are different. We offer a free rental appraisal for your property with absolutely no strings attached.”

Stand Out From The Crowd

David Haydon

If this year’s resolution is 'New Year, new look', come and explore our stunning frame selection at Haydon Optometrists.

We understand that feeling of searching for the perfect frame, the one that can take you through the day and beyond, because it reflects you and your personality. Maybe this year you want to inject colour and fun into your eyewear, or explore the strong classic silhouettes of black or tortoiseshell? We are here to help you find that elusive piece, or to introduce you to a look that you may never have considered, but gives you the “that’s the frame I’ve been looking for” feeling.

At Haydon’s, when it’s time to select from the many ranges available, we always select with individuality in mind. We love pouring over the latest designs from around the world and we pride ourselves on finding unique, stylish but effortlessly wearable eyewear that showcases your personality.

Our ever-changing selection includes strong, organic styles of Anne et Valentine, the Parisian chic of Caroline Abrams and Face & Cie that give you the ability to change your frame colour to suit your outfit or mood with changeable colour clips. We present a curated range, with minimal repetition, that ensures you are never following the crowd. With ranges in store including Kate Sylvester, Woow, Moscot, Jono Hennessey and so many more, the choice is yours.

And this year we are seeing that anything really does go; be it round, square, cat’s eye, oversized, metals, plastics, the choices and possibilities are yours to explore.

With new styles arriving weekly and our expert staff to guide you, you can be assured of an easy and stylish start to 2017. So come and explore the possibilities for your next set of eyewear, in our relaxed and friendly store.

Contact: Janine McCormick Business Development Manager 021 844 531 or 021 928 261, email: Janine@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz

DON’T TAKE CHANCES WITH YOUR VALUABLE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY ASSETS - ENJOY THE PEACE OF MIND THAT COMES WITH QUINOVIC’S PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICE.

www.quinovic.co.nz

Contact: Graeme Henderson or Janine McCormick at Quinvoic 486 7450 or 021 844 531 enquiries@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz Suite 5, 31 Auburn Street, Takapuna

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I LOVE MY SPORT: BOB MCGUIGAN, CHRISTMAS CHURCH SERVICES CYCLING FOR FITNESS

Bob the Biker!

Devonport resident Bob McGuigan is well-known on the Shore.

In business, as the founder of leading engineering consultancy MSC (he's the M) and in the community with Rotary and a range of other charities. Bob started his engineering consultancy in 1979, was joined by John Syme (he's the S) in 1984 and then Geoff Chilcott (he's the C). MSC has always been based on the Shore and now also has a busy office in Christchurch. In recent times Bob has been winding down from the thriving business.

He has been doing some consulting but plans to fully retire after the first quarter of this year.

"The satisfying thing is that MSC is in really good hands and many of the key staff who have been with me for a long time are still there and in some cases are now shareholders and directors," said Bob when reflecting on the passion he still has for the business he founded. "People like Tom Donald, Paul Culley, Anil Krishnan and our senior senior draftsman Mike Hope have made for many good times. The same can be said for our many loyal clients some of whom’s work I’ve been involved in for decades."

Bob McGuigan's always been physically active and this hasn't stopped in semi-retirement. He's been working hard on getting his golf handicap down, and also loves fishing, walking and tramping – there is a big tramp on Stewart Island coming up soon. Overseas travel is a constant as he and wife Robyn have family (including six grandchildren) scattered all over the world. Their eldest daughter Tracy and her husband Sam are in Leeds, Yorkshire in the UK (with three children) and youngest son David lives in Melbourne with his wife Rachel and two youngsters. Eldest son Craig and his wife Lydia live just up the road in Takapuna with their young son Patrick and Bailey their black Lab. Bailey often gets spoilt by Bob who loves taking him for walks on Takapuna Beach.

Cycling has become a passion of Bob's over the past few years. Channel's Aidan Bennett put these questions to him in midFebruary about his life on two wheels, wearing lycra with logos, and cycling in other parts of the world.

AB: How long have you been cycling for and how did you get into it?

BM: I got into cycling with a few of the guys from work when we joined Just Workout and the best thing I did was get Gavin Houghton as my personal trainer. Never had a personal trainer before! Gavin reckoned you always need a little challenge ahead to motivate you. So he enrolled us in a local corporate triathlon, the one that used to start at Lake Pupuke. We did that as an MSC team, my daughter Tracy joined in and we all loved it. Then he encouraged us to do the Round Taupo ride, and that meant lots of training. So, we had good camaraderie at work, a ride Friday morning followed by breakfast together, really good fun.

AB: How many kms would you average on your bike a week during a normal week?

BM: It depends on what you have coming up. A lot of the time it’s just maybe 20km a week for me but when we were training for our John O Groats ride last year it was maybe 100km a week at least.

AB: What do you get personally out of cycling?

BM: Everyone needs some interests, whether its re building an old boat or car, golf, cycling or whatever. I love cycling because its so basic and easy to get geared up for, it brings back the little boy in you. In my day we all rode to school if it was handy enough. So, I get out of cycling some good healthy exercise, great comradeship and a sense of achievement.

AB: What sort of bike do you ride?

BM: I ride a steel framed road bike built by a local bike maker. It’s a Caldera and has a nice bit of style. Easily carries panniers on the carrier for touring and handles nicely.

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Left - Bob McGuigan, Phil LeGros and Ian Cunliffe at John O Groats, the traditionally acknowledged extreme northern point of mainland Scotland. Right- Bob McGuigan on the road in the Scottish Highlands

AB: Why do cyclists wear lycra with logos all over them?

BM: Aidan, you’ve gotta look the part! Seriously though you have to be comfortable and easily visible on the road. As for the logos often they are the brand of the bike you’re riding or from the company you might be representing. On the Round Taupo the guys from MSC ride with Takapuna builder Haydn and Rollett, they supply the gear and we love wearing it with them.

AB: Have you ridden an electric bike? What are your thoughts, is it cheating?

BM: I haven’t ridden one yet but when we did a family ride in the Czech Republic a couple of years ago my wife Robyn used one. It was great, it made sure she enjoyed the ride through the country and she was always first to the top of the hill! It’s definitely not cheating, it keeps you in the game and that’s what it’s all about.

AB: Are our roads cycle friendly?

BM: It’s getting better, motorists are starting to be more aware and sympathetic towards cyclists but there’s a way to go yet. These new cycle paths are great, thanks Barbara Cuthbert! My favourite ride is from home at Devonport up and over the Greenhithe bridge, across through Hobsonville and Massey then down the North Western cycle trail right into town, down either the Pink Path or Grafton Gully then home on the ferry. Just over 50 kms so a good workout.

AB: Many keen cyclists seem to go to Europe to follow the Tour of France etc., have you ever done anything like that?

BM: I haven’t done the Tour de France but quite a few friends have, they’ve loved the event, probably a bit hilly for me though!!

I’m going to try and do as many of the NZ one’s as possible. There are now some wonderful routes in our own backyard, Opua to Rawene, Hawkes Bay, Ohakune, West Coast South Island. Looking forward to a few of those.

AB: You have done some quite long rides, with some overseas.

Tell us about those…

BM: There are plenty of opportunities overseas. Robyn and I did one with friends a few years ago starting in Vienna and down the banks of the Danube to Budapest. Cycles organised along with pension type accommodation, that was a beauty. Then we went back with our son Craig and his Lydia and did from Vienna up to Prague through some lovely Czech countryside and towns. That’s where Robyn used the electric bike and it was a winner! Last year I rode with a couple of Devonport Rotary mates, Phil LeGros and Ian Cunliffe, from Bolton in Lancashire up through Scotland to John O Groats. Ian and Phil had already ridden up from Lands End, I just did the last bit with them. But it was a lovely long ride, 900km in nine days. We got good weather, stayed at some nice places and had a lot of laughs.

AB: Complete the following: My favourite ride is to…

BM: Hard to beat the basic ride up from Devonport around Lake Pupuke and home again, hopefully with a coffee along the way somewhere. But just taking the bike along the Devonport waterfront to Pilates on Friday morning is also a treat.

PACK & SEND, TAKAPUNA

Sending Something Awkward?

PACK & SEND Takapuna is your "one stop shop" when you need to send unusually awkward items - anywhere. No matter how large, unwieldy, fragile the item is, you can rely on PACK & SEND's experienced operators to package Jane and Jeremy Bain. it and get it delivered, safely.

Jane and Jeremy Bain, the franchisees at PACK & SEND Takapuna have a "No Limits" approach when helping customers solve packaging and freight problems around difficult items to send. "Many of the items we have dealt with are considered too difficult for a general freight." says Jeremy.

“Our customers have used us to package and send such items as long yacht masts, architectural models and large sculptures.”

Says Jane.

Many of these items are valuable so PACK & SEND customers can use their Gold Service cover against loss or damage to secure that extra peace of mind - something not generally available when freighting goods of high value.

For those really delicate items like fine antiques or ceramics, PACK & SEND can use its state of the art "Foam in Place" packaging system, which forms a protective mould around the item, for safe transport.

"We also produce custom made boxes to any size or shape" adds Jeremy. "Because we treat each consignment as unique, designing packaging and the freight solutions to suit, we're finding that more and more people benefit from our services” PACK & SEND provides service, systems and packaging to make your freight experience as simple and smooth as possible.

You don't need to open an account; they send anything, anywhere and take care of the hassles The “No Limits” service they provide creates legions of raving fans like Dennis M of Devonport ...

“Gave Pack & Send a model ship 44 inches long and 36 inches high to send to USA. Left their shop Tuesday and received by my friend Utah Wednesday morning US Time. Quick service and very well packed.” Dennis M of Devonport PACK & SEND Takapuna open Mon – Sat, located at 445 Lake Road, Takapuna with convenient parking outside. Phone 486 3355 or email takapuna@packsend.co.nz and let them make sending easy.

TAKAPUNA COMMUNITY NEWS WITH RACHAEL BRO

This monthly round up of Takapuna community news is contributed by Rachael Bro, Takapuna North Community Co-ordinator.

We have the last Summer Fun dates for the year for free pre-school play in parks. As the Rachael Bro weather begins to cool and become less reliable we will provide free Winter Fun pre-school play sessions indoors at various locations in Takapuna North. More information on dates and locations will be provided closer to winter.

Community News & Events: Sunnynook: The Sunnynook Community Association have recently produced a Community-led Visioning Statement for the development of a Sunnynook Town Centre Plan. The document is available for viewing, please contact Peter McNee to view it or for more information either by emailing pmcnee@xtra.co.nz or phoning 021 249 2493.

The Sunnynook Community Association is also working on creating a community space between the Sunnynook Community Centre and the Glenfield Rugby League Club and are developing tracks through the Lyford Bush Reserve which they hope to see progress this year.

The track have been designed and have resource consent. Each month members of the Association and local volunteers are involved in clearing the weeds and pest plants from the bush and planting natives to restore it to its natural beauty. The next weeding date is Saturday 18th March 2017 - 9.30am – 11.30am – meeting on the piece of track between Sunnynook Primary School and Regency Place. Bring gloves and clippers.

Castor Bay: The Castor Bay Residents & Ratepayers Association have organised a Meet the Neighbours Event at Castor Bay Reserve on Sunday 19th March 19th - 2pm - 4pm. There will be free live entertainment (music) by the North Shore Brass Band and local entertainer Evergreen and toys to play with for the pre-schoolers, plus a sausage sizzle for purchase to support your local Residents & Ratepayers Association.

Summer Fun – FREE Pre-school Play – 10am-12noon Below are the dates for the March free Summer Fun programme for Takapuna North.

Pre-school play sessions are an opportunity for under 5 year olds and parents/caregivers to play with our great range of toys for free at local parks and reserves). Families in Parks offer primary aged children additional toys to utilise.

Please note, these are not drop-and-go sessions parents/ caregivers need to supervise their children. The sessions are casual and no booking is required. All we ask is participants respectfully share and take care in using our equipment.

Please note: we are unable to run the events in wet conditions including wet grounds. Please phone our event phone on 021 260 4300 for cancellations. Art Play will continue regardless of weather as this component is indoors.

Wednesday 1-Mar, Milford Reserve, Craig Rd, Milford, Pre-school Play, 10am - 12pm Friday 3-Mar, Sunnynook Park, Sunnynook Rd Family Fun Day, 4.30pm - 7pm Monday 6-Mar, Sylvan Park, Sylvan Park Ave, Milford, Pre-school Play, 10am - 12pm Wednesday 8-Mar, Lake House Arts Centre, Fred Thomas Drive, Pre-school Art Play 10am - 12pm Friday 10-Mar, Milford FiP, Milford Reserve, Craig Rd, Families in Parks, 3.30pm - 6pm Monday 13-Mar, Seine Road Reserve, Forrest Hill, Pre-school Play, 10am - 12pm Wednesday 15-Mar, Milford Reserve, Craig Rd, Milford, Pre-school Play, 10am - 12pm

Pack & Send Takapuna Shop 3, 445 Lake Rd , Takapuna Fax: (09) 486 3153 Email: takapuna@packsend.co.nz www.packsend.co.nz

(09) 486 3355

Sunday 19-Mar, Castor Bay Reserve, The Esplanade, Neighbours day, 2pm - 4pm Monday 20-Mar, Jutland Rd Reserve, Hauraki, Pre-school Play, 10am - 12pm

For more details, phone Rachael on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org. Event information can be found on www.takapunatrust.org/events Supported by: Rachael Bro (Takapuna North Community Coordinator – Castor Bay, Milford, Forrest Hill, Sunnynook, Takapuna.)

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DOES MY CHILD NEED ‘BRACES’ ?

THE TOOTH COMPANY’S IN HOUSE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIST DR SHAZ MACAVOY CHATS WITH US ABOUT ORTHODONTICS. What is a specialist orthodontist?

Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that is concerned with the appearance, function and stability of the teeth and jaws.

A specialist orthodontist is a dentist who has undergone an additional 2 to 3 years of specialist university training in the field of orthodontics. To complete their training, orthodontists treat hundreds of cases, complete research and undergo rigorous examinations to be admitted into the Dental Council of New Zealand as an orthodontic specialist. Only specialist orthodontists are allowed to be members of the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists.

How do I know if my child needs braces?

As a parent or caregiver you will be able to look for signs that your child may need to

see an orthodontist for a check up. Things to look out for include: • early, late or unusual loss of baby teeth • teeth that don’t meet or cover other teeth • when upper teeth bite inside lower teeth • crowding of teeth • blocked-out teeth • jaws that are protruded or recessed or are out of proportion to the rest of the face • jaws that make sounds or shift • difficulty in biting or chewing • mouth-breathing or clenching habits • habits such as thumb or finger sucking, chewing on toys/pens etc.

What age should I book my child in with an orthodontist?

Although orthodontists can treat people of any age, a child should have a check up with an orthodontist by the age of 7. By this age, the first adult teeth should have erupted and your specialist orthodontist can monitor changes in growth or development as your child grows, so that if treatment is necessary it can begin at the optimum time.

What are the different treatment options?

Everyone is unique and as such treatments vary to suit each individual. Treatments range from early treatment using plates and special expansion appliances to treatments including stainless steel braces, clear braces, clear aligners such as Invisalign, and hidden braces that sit behind the teeth.

In some cases, a combined orthodontic and surgical approach is required. To find out what is right for you or your child, it’s best to contact your specialist orthodontist.

How much does a set of braces cost?

The cost of braces depends on a number of factors including the complexity of the case, the time it will take to complete the case and the type of appliances that are used.

Your specialist orthodontist will be able to discuss the right treatment for you and will work with you and your budget.

DR SHAZ MACAVOY Specialist Orthodontist

DClinDent (Orth), MPhil (Orth), BDent, BPharm Hons

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TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE: NEWS

MAGGIE BARRY: NORTH SHORE MP

Ambassadors helping Takapuna visitors The weather decided to let us know it was summer just in time for the new school year to start!

Takapuna Beach Business Association put on many events and you may have noticed the ‘I love Takapuna’ ambassadors helping the many visitors enjoy our lovely environment. Our Environment Group students had ambassador roles and said that they had a really good time, talking to people and answering visitor questions.

Beach ambassadors

The start of the 2017 has been a busy one for the Year 13 Business Studies class as they embark on the Young Enterprise Scheme journey. They are deciding on products and services to plan, develop and bring to market this year. We are currently sourcing mentors and consultants for the teams so if you would like to share your business expertise with our students then please contact Emma Johnson - e.johnson@tgs.school.nz.

Level 3 Business Class of 2017.

Shore Matters with MP Maggie Barry

Maggie Barry.

Housing, health and Shore youth

As I drive around the North Shore to attend local events or meet with constituents I am constantly struck by the scale of development right across the electorate and what’s happening here is echoed nationwide with building activity at a record high for 2016 after five years of strong growth. My colleague, Building and Construction Minister Nick Smith, tells me this is the longest and strongest growth phase in building activity in New Zealand’s history and involves record levels of investment in homes, commercial buildings and infrastructure. The total value of consents last year was $19 billion, the highest ever and 30 per cent more than the previous peak last decade, in inflation adjusted terms.

What’s particularly encouraging is the ongoing strong growth in residential building which has increased 27 per cent in Auckland over the past year. The number of homes being built in 2016 – nearly 30,000 nationally and 10,000 in Auckland - is more than double that of five years ago and the highest since 2004.

I’m a huge supporter of the sterling work our doctors and nurses at North Shore Hospital do each and every day. A key priority for our Government is increasing access to specialist health care for everyone. Our answer to increased demand is to do more, whether it’s assessments or operations. The latest data shows that in the Waitemata DHB area almost 19,500 people have received a First Specialist Assessment (FSA) since 2008 - 62,000 patients were assessed, an increase of 44% since 2008. The assessment covers medical and surgical specialist assessments for things like ophthalmology, orthopedics and urology.

A pilot bowel screening programme has been operating at Waitemata DHB since 2011 and that will carry on. The programme is being rolled out nationally following the local trial and when fully implemented will likely screen over 700,000 people aged between 60 and 74 every two years. Around 3,000 Kiwis are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year, and it’s the second most common cause of cancer death.

The North Harbour Club lunches are always excellent events and Aidan Bennett is doing a great job as president ensuring the momentum and purpose of the club continues.

NHC believes in North Shore helping its own by encouraging and providing financial assistance to young people in the region who are achieving excellence in their chosen field. Since 1995 the annual AIMES Awards programme has resulted in more than $1.85 million worth of grants made to young people.

This year’s awards’ applications will open on 14th June.

After many years of dedicated work by the YES Foundation’s Sonia Thursby and former local board chair Joe Bergin, the community project Shore Junction is underway.

Currently in the design, consenting and fundraising phase, the YES Foundation, ably chaired by long-time community campaigner Gary Monk, is bringing this initiative to life. The Junction is a centre dedicated to promoting youth innovation on the Shore and is the first of its kind in the country. It will be housed in the former Takapuna RSA building on Northcote Road opposite Smales Farm and is an exciting development for youth on the Shore.

If you would like to contact me on any matter please phone 09 486 0005 or e-mail Northshore@parliament.govt.nz

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BUILDING & HOME MAINTENANCE WITH QPC BUILD GROUP

Before

Before

After

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If you were to sum up your entire experience with QPC in 1 sentence what would it be? Would do it all again!

Milford Renovation Towards the end of last year we worked with some lovely clients who had just purchased a home on a large site in Milford. They wanted to renovate the house inside and out to modernise it and make it work better for their family. We worked with them to create 3 stunning new bathrooms, new kitchen and living area and also built a two bedroom minor dwelling that ties in with the main house.

We caught up with the owners to see what they thought about working with QPC: What made you choose QPC over the other companies in your area?

Word of mouth, then Alex's approach to the job and his knowledge of building.

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After

How did you feel the communication was between you and your project manager?

We found our Project Manager Greg excellent and any questions we had were answered every time.

How did you find the full design and build process?

Excellent - the entire QPC team were very helpful.

Do you feel QPC delivered on their promise for a full design build package without hassles?

Yes definitely.

How did you feel the process went from start to finish?

As expected. Delays were from Council and QPC worked around any issues that arose.

For more on this renovation and others check out our website www.qpcbuilders.co.nz or get in touch today for a chat about a project of your own.

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COME CRUISING WITH MONDO TRAVEL, TAKAPUNA

A Hurtigruten Cruise to see Santa This is certainly on my wish list of things to do in my lifetime. I have been to Norway many times but never in winter, and never to the far north of the country. You only have to look at the map of this tour / cruise to get a good idea of what is in store.

Bentours has put together a unique 15-day tour series, especially designed to give you the opportunity to see the Northern Lights for yourself. The Northern lights – or Aurora Borealis – are a natural phenomenon often seen in northern latitudes during the winter months.

But there’s far more to experience in this magical winter wonderland, as you will discover on a six-night cruise through Norway’s picturesque fjords heading north destined for the Arctic Circle. Later, the tour takes in Finnish Lapland where you experience an overnight stay in a specially heated glass igloo. Imagine lying back and gazing into the night sky – who knows – you may have another chance to see those Northern Lights. Our tour finishes in Helsinki, Finland after a full day excursion to the medieval town of Tallinn in Estonia.

The natural beauty that you will see is matched only by the breathtaking beauty and stunning diversity of its wilderness, inhabitants, flora, and fauna. The unique and diverse experiences such as being led by a group of huskies ploughing through the snow.

Witness the green, red and blue hues of the northern lights as they glisten through the night sky or be one of the incredibly lucky ones to set up camp for the night in Antarctica.

Hurtigruten began as a daily passenger and freight shipping service along Norway's western and northern coast between Bergen and Kirkenes, which has been a hallmark of Norway for 120 years.

The full round trip of the Norwegian coast Gray Gibson operated by Hurtigruten, is often described as ‘the world’s most beautiful sea voyage’.

This journey stops at 34 ports and lasts for 12 days. The coastal voyages also have different options for travellers with North and Southbound voyages, which run for six or seven days respectively, as well as the Classic Norwegian Discovery, which run for 11 days.

Highlights of this outstanding tour include: • A full complement of optional excursions. These will be made available six months prior to the tour departure date.

• A night in a unique glass igloo, where you can lie in bed and gaze at the stars (and if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights).

• Discovering the Sami culture and remarkable Arctic wildlife of Finnish Lapland.

• A visit to Rovaniemi, the home of Santa Claus and one of Finland’s best areas for winter activities.

• A traditional husky dog sled or wagon ride through the arctic wilderness.

• Visit to a traditional reindeer farm either on day 8 or day 10.

• A relaxing six-night Hurtigruten Cruise along the coast of Norway, by far the best way to experience the country’s stunning fjords and historic coastal towns.

• A day trip to the medieval town of Tallinn in Estonia.

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MONEY MATTERS: ENABLEME FINANCIAL PERSONAL TRAINERS

Diagnose your financial fitness To get to where you need to be financially you must understand where you are. I’m not fond of getting on my scales to weigh myself. However, just like I tend to weigh more than I think, usually people are not doing as well as they think financially. Be brave. Stand on the scales.

At your peak performance, you should be in control, with a plan, living a life you enjoy and getting ahead to a point where you know retirement is sorted.

You need to understand your financial BMI. 1. Sinking: Sluggish You’re going backwards or you feel like you are always on the backfoot. It feels tight no matter what you try and you feel like your back is against the wall. Many people who earn commissions or are self-employed sit on the cusp of sinking as their irregular income causes havoc with their finances. a. You do not have a rainy-day fund or buffer b. You are forced to use credit cards or high interest short

term loans when you get a curve ball. c. You do not always clear your credit cards in full each month d. Generally, over the course of a year you are spending more than you’re earning e. You might get a pay rise but it doesn’t make a difference as it’s absorbed by your day to day living costs Overspending always catches up with you. Even if you keep the creditors at bay, it will take a toll eventually on your health and relationships. It’s no way to live and you can do better. The first step to building momentum in the right direction is to acknowledge it and start to make changes.

For some clients who are sinking we must work to a tight plan for six months or so to turn things around. We must take a slash and burn approach to your budget or sell assets but you need to see results fast, otherwise you probably won’t try as hard as you need to.

We absolutely know what you have achieved in the past is no indication of what you can do in the future.

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2. Floating: Drifting The vast majority of our clients initially sit in this category.

You’re not going backwards but you are not getting ahead particularly fast. You may be earning the most money you have ever earned but you don’t feel better off. Often when they come to see me they are not stressed about money but disillusioned that they are not making the progress they expected. a. When you’re floating it’s important to understand your

spending patterns so you can identify the money that is

being frittered and put it to better use! b. You need to maximise tax efficiencies c. You need to structure your debt to repay it faster d. You need to enjoy your lifestyle, accepting you don’t

have to spend every dollar to do so!

3. Flying: Financial Athletes It’s more than having no money worries. It means you’re on track to achieve your financial goals. At the very least incorporate being able to live a lifestyle you enjoy and fund your retirement. Flying is living in perfect balance.

In my day job, we describe ourselves as financial personal trainers. Our whole objective is to get our clients ahead faster than they are currently on track to do themselves. Some of our clients are financially overweight. Some of them are athletes but all are capable of doing better and it’s our job to unlock that.

Why be financially fit? Because it’s awesome!

‘There is nothing noble about being superior to some other man. The true nobility is in being superior to your previous self.’

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Thursday 9th March 6.30 - 7.30pm

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CHANNEL COVER FEATURE: WESTLAKE BOYS ARCHWAY SCULPTURE

Kaumatua John Marsden at the dawn blessing ceremony for the Westlake Waharoa.

Westlake Waharoa establishing new traditions Aidan Bennett uncovers the history and meaning behind Westlake Boys High School’s new archway sculpture If you’ve driven past Westlake Boys High School recently you will have seen their striking new archway. The evolution of this project, how the archway was created and funded, and what it symbolises for the school is a heartwarming story.

Creating legacies that developed school traditions was a focus as the school came of age following its 50th Jubilee in 2012. The Archway symbolises the emergence of an enriching tradition at Westlake Boys whereby, from 2017 onwards, all new students will walk through the Westlake Boys Waharoa (entranceway) only twice – once on the day that they officially commence their secondary schooling journey and not again until their graduation day several years later. In the interim, the ground underneath the Archway remains tapu (sacred). Similar traditions have become part of the fabric of academic institutions the world over.

The initial design concepts for the sculpture were drawn up in 2013 by Westlake old boy and renown New Zealand sculptor, Jeff Thomson. His final design concept was finalised in 2014. The project was driven by a steering committee including Thomson, former Head of Art Dugald Page; current Head of Art Mark Masterton; Westlaker public artworks consultant Kim Martinengo and WBHS Community Relations Manager Vicki Fowler. Westlake old boys concrete contractor Aaron Brewis and civil engineer Geoff McNaughton also added valuable expertise and support to the project.

The archway sculpture was crafted out of 16mm steel, stands 4.6m high and weighs a substantial 2.5 tonnes. The concept was the brainchild of Mark Masterton and Dugald Page who, together with the school’s Foundation Board, were very keen to see a Jeff Thomson sculpture featured at the school. Jeff has been responsible for other local sculptures including the artworks in Milford’s “town square”

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and those located outside the Birkenhead library. The Helensvillebased artist is well known for his work with steel, wire and iron, with corrugated iron a specialty. Many will be familiar with his collection of life-size animals featured at various sculpture parks around the Auckland area at Brick Bay, Gibbs Farm and at the sculpture trail events around the Hauraki Gulf. One of Thomson’s most famous pieces is a Holden car covered in corrugated iron which became the most popular exhibit at Te Papa Museum in Wellington.

"We anticipate that over the years ahead the sculpture will become a noted artwork not only of Westlake Boys and the Forrest Hill area but right across the North Shore,” says Westlake Boys Headmaster David Ferguson. "It brings with it an enriching cultural purpose and a great story of teamwork and collaboration between many individuals and organisations with a connection to our school and to the North Shore."

The project, administered by the Westlake Foundation, was fully funded by generous donations from old boys, school families and school community groups. Major donors to the project include Westlake old boys Mr Bill Smale, Sir John Hood, Graham Darlow, Dr John Russell and local Takapuna engineering consultancy MSC Engineering. The Westlake Foundation is an entity set up to futureproof the school’s cultural, physical and spiritual well-being. It’s role is to strengthen relationships with those who share a passion for the school and its future, and who are prepared to provide support by contributing their time, services, expertise and/or funds.

MSC Engineering, led by old boy Geoff Chilcott, undertook all the critical engineering consultancy work for the huge archway sculpture that presented many challenges due to its curved form.

Manufacturing was undertaken by oil rig and bridge construction

Westlake Boys 2017 Year 9 students take part in the inaugural Archway ceremony – a symbolic celebration of the commencement of their secondary schooling years.

Headmaster David Ferguson congratulates Year 10 student Harry Birdsall as the final student to pass through the Archway during this year’s inaugural ceremonies

Photo credits: Rory Thomson, Tracey McKay, Dr John Russell and Hyunsang Lim

specialists, Fitzroy Engineering of New Plymouth. “The Big Arch” as it affectionately became known, presented the team at Fitzroy Engineering with a unique and interesting challenge. The curves of the Archway were created by feeding three separate sheets of 16mm steel through a massive rolling machine that was pre-programmed with the design calculations. These three sheets were then welded together and anchored by a brace between the two “feet”. The painting process was comprehensive and involved several trips to New Plymouth by artist Jeff Thomson.

The sculpture features 86 hand-painted words such as Integrity, Humility, Courage, Opportunity, Teamwork, Kia Kaha and Whanau.

Students from each class nominated words for the sculpture and these were combined with words chosen by major donors that represented their personal experiences of their school. Symbolically, the words are not visible upon entering the Archway but are clear as students depart the school for the last time, by which time all the words will hold personal meaning for each of the Westlake Boys graduates.

“Having been involved with this project since its inception,

I do think that this artwork is an enriching addition to the North Shore landscape as well as our school,” says Westlake Foundation Chairman, Mr Graham Darlow.

“It’s fantastic that the Westlake Archway is the creation of such an incredibly talented old boy and North Shore artist, and that the wider Westlake Boys community – past and present – have been involved in all stages of its evolution and the establishment of a new tradition for our school.”

After almost four years in the design, consenting, fundraising and manufacturing stages, the beautiful Westlake Waharoa (entranceway) was installed in mid-December last year and the official dawn blessing and inaugural student ceremonies were held in early February. The archway remained tapu (sacred) until it was blessed

by Westlake Kaumatua John Marsden at the blessing ceremony.

This coincided with the commencement of the school year and all new students, staff and school families participated in the inaugural Archway ceremony as they entered the school for their Powhiri assembly.

It’s fantastic that the Westlake Archway is the creation of such an incredibly talented Westlake old boy and North Shore artist ...

The Westlake Archway sculpture being craned into place at the school’s entrance.

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Recycle, Upcycle & Inorganic Waste Collection 23rd & 24th March 2017

Business North Harbour are aware many businesses in North Harbour occasionally have bulky waste items to dispose of that don’t fit into their standard waste bins. We have also heard from businesses that they have waste goods that they no longer want but are still in good working order. This inorganic waste collection is a service that we are offering to our members to help solve this problem.

On the 23rd and 24th of March 2017 members will have the opportunity to have inorganic waste removed from their sites at a reduced cost.

How will this work?

Interested businesses need to register their interest by 17th March 2017 to receive the Business North Harbour reduced rate. The registration form can be found at businessnh.org.nz/ inorganiccollection

You must be registered to use this service, please do not leave anything for collection on the street as it will not be picked up.

Registered businesses will need to have items separated and ready for pickup by the beginning of business on 23rd March 2017.

The items should be separated into three piles: 1. Items you deem are reusable 2. E-Waste 3. General inorganic waste, not reusable Reusable items will go to worthy community organisations. By participating in this inorganic waste collection you will not only be supporting local community organisations but your business and the environment.

The Abilities Group a local non profit group will invoice your business directly.

The amount invoiced will be $35 +gst per cubic metre of waste collected.

Don’t delay register NOW to receive the Business North Harbour reduced rate at

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IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

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SPOTLIGHT ON: TANIWHA OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB

Taniwha & Tristram European Sharing a track-record of success!

As regular Channel readers will know we love highlighting great things happening in the community. This month we are highlighting the partnership between the Taniwha Outrigger Canoe Club and community-focused local motor vehicle business Tristram European.

The mission statement of the Lake Pupuke based Taniwha Outrigger Club is to promote the development and performance in every aspect of Outrigger Canoe (Waka ama) and other paddling sports in a safe and enjoyable environment. Their vision is to be recognised as a premier Waka ama Team in New Zealand, setting standards that others strive to reach. And since they started more than three decades ago they have pretty much fulfilled both mission and vision.

In 2015 the club was looking for a solid local sponsor that could help them achieve their goal of a brand new canoe. Long time Taniwha member Nick Lowes went and had a chat to Mark Hayward and Penny Thorne at Tristram European, who consequently were looking after the motoring needs of many Taniwha club members.

The team were thrilled that the answer was yes and the partnership has already produced results.

“When we were approached by Nick to support the Taniwha team we grasped the opportunity,” says Tristram European Dealer Principal Mark Hayward. “Not only were we aligning ourselves with a club with a track-record of success, but a number of members were valued customers as well – driving Volkswagen and other European vehicles that we have supplied and maintain. It has proven to be a great fit, having our dealership and brand associated with such a progressive club involved in a healthy pastime.”

Waka Ama is indeed a fun sport that offers a great lifestyle.

Outrigger canoeing fits perfectly into New Zealand’s culture. It offers an outdoor activity, which develops strong bodies and minds from a sport which is physically and mentally demanding. Waka Ama requires commitment and a love of the ocean. Such are the demands that for most of the paddlers it is more of a lifestyle than a sport. The demands of training and obtaining a level of fitness necessary to compete requires many hours on the water and off.

I put these questions to Taniwha Outrigger Club President Mike Weiss about the club past, present and future, when we met for a chat at Tristram European in mid-February, just a week before one of their biggest events of the year – the Takapuna Beach Cup. AIDAN BENNETT: The club has had considerable success over the years. What have the key achievements been?

MIKE WEISS: The club has a long history of winning both local, national and international events. When you look back in the history books, the Taniwha Grizzlies are podium finishers in all the major events in New Zealand. Some of the more recent medals include:National Sprint Championships at Lake Karapiro 2017 (Gold 500m (50+); Gold and Silver 500m (60+); Bronze 1000m (50+); Gold and Silver 1000m (60+); Gold 500m W12 (50+). National Long Distance Championships in Tauranga Oct 2016, 26km (Gold for both 50+ and 60+) – The Tristram Branded canoe, named VW, did very well helping the 50+ men to a 1st place in their division, and 8th across the line.

Taniwha Outrigger Club President International success has Mike Weiss at Tristram European. included the boys taking

Taniwha Grizzlies crew and their Tristram European sponsored Outrigger Canoe.

out an international gold medal in the 50+ category, winning the main event at the prestigious Queen Lili race in Hawaii. The previous year a 50+ crew from the club also won the New York Outrigger Canoe race in USA. That was all on the back of a couple of gold's and a bronze for SMM and a gold for GMM at the national sprints Jan 2016. Plus a bunch of wins in the local races.

AB: Why did you need the new boat that was added with the assistance of Tristram European’s support?

MW: Material and design of racing canoes is constantly evolving.

Our new canoe is lighter and faster.

AB: You must all be thrilled to have their support?

MW: Absolutely, and getting the support of a local business was important to us. We have greatly benefited from their support, and we in turn can support their business by driving winning cars.

AB: How many people in the squad/team?

MW: About a 100 in the Club and 40 guys in the 40+ men’s squad.

AB: What does a “Paddling week” involve?

MW: We are competitive non-professional athletes, so we have to fit everything in around our day jobs. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays is team training. Then we go out on Sundays in our single canoes. Individuals will go to the gym and run/cycle two or three times on top of that. And some will do additional sessions in their single canoes too.

AB: What events do you have scheduled in 2017?

MW: National Sprints in January (just passed), Takapuna Beach Cup in February, World Masters Games in April and then Long Distance Championships in October.

AB: Who are the rock stars in the team? The guys that make the boat go fast?

MW: Its like anything in life, you work hard and you keep learning and that makes you better. The rock stars are the people who are putting in the hard yards.

Getting a gold medal in the sport today is not easily achieved and even tougher on the international stage. So our gold medal winners are the rock stars.

AB: Looking for any new team/club members at all?

MW: We are always on the lookout for people who have an attitude to train hard and become part of a winning team.

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CARSON & BIRD: WAIRAU VALLEY

CarboNZero Certification for Carson & Bird North Shore furniture brand, Carson & Bird, located at 113 Wairau Road, is excited to be the first furniture retailer in New Zealand to obtain carboNZero certification.

The owner of the business, Kate O’Leary, established the brand in late 2015 after being a part of an Australian owned furniture franchise.

The direction of the franchise had Kate O'Leary changed to a focus on cheaper furniture, and was one that Kate didn’t agree with, so she rebranded and re-launched the business as Carson & Bird.

Kate says: "One of the important drivers in my life now is to try to use business to make a change - I want to use Carson & Bird to create a change in furniture retail," says Kate. "I believe there’s an unsettling trend of driving price down at the expense of quality as a ‘fast fashion’ mentality creeps into the furniture industry. Well known, chain store furniture brands are marketing new season styles every season, with massive discounts, rather than focusing on timeless, unique, well-made pieces that last.

We want to change that, while ensuring quality is affordable.”

The first step in this new direction was to apply for carboNZero certification with Enviro-Mark Solutions, a certification based on rigorously tested criteria which is awarded to companies that measure, reduce and offset carbon emissions. After a three month data gathering process and an independent audit, Carson & Bird received its carboNZero certification late last year. “We’re very excited by our

carboNZero certification,” says Kate. “It was important to us to achieve third party verification of our practices, to ensure we are meeting international standards. And most importantly, we are the first furniture retailer to obtain carboNZero certification in New Zealand, which is our first step towards changing the industry and which we hope others will follow.”

Where did the name Carson & Bird come from? It’s a name that Kate has chosen to represent the new philosophy of the business, that of living sustainably, individually and aspirationally.

Rachel Carson was an American environmentalist who took a stand against chemical companies in the fifties and popularised the concept that the environment is a system, where a small action against one area can have significant ramifications somewhere else. Isabella Bird was a British explorer, author and photographer who travelled solo throughout the Americas and Asia in the 1800s, unusual for a woman in those times.

Both women were pioneers of their time and brought change.

As the mother of two girls, Kate is always keen to highlight the accomplishments of strong women!

Carson & Bird is full of stylish and unique furniture and homewares. You can find all sorts of gorgeous pieces, from small dining tables for apartments to three-metre length tables for large homes with many family members. Whether you need something for your lounge, your dining room, your hallway or elsewhere, Kate and her team would love to help you discover something that you love.

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ROTARY IN THE COMMUNITY: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH EXCHANGE

NOT-FOR-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT:

BY JENNIFER MCKENZIE

Shannon Robinson reports from Olne, Belgium Rotary International Youth Exchange started in 1929 to promote international understanding, build goodwill and give students an authentic cultural experience by placing them in host families in their host country. The students attend school and live as a family member, they are supported by a wide Rotary network in both their host country and sponsor country. In 2017, District 9910 has sent 12 young, bright, ambitious students to Europe and South America. In return, we will host students.

This report is from Shannon Robinson, 18 years old who is currently living in Olne, Belgium. Shannon who lives in Browns Bay is a past student of Rangitoto College. Her International Youth Exchange in Belgium is Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Orewa.

Bonjour tout le monde, Je m’appelle Shanni, je suis dix-huit ans, et j’habite en la petite ville Olne, dans Belgique.

I have been fortunate enough to be part of the 2017 Rotary International Youth Exchange (RIYE) programme where I will be living in Belgium for one year which is awesome.

Shannon Robinson in Belgium.

On the 10th of January the big day came! We left for our new adventures, fair to say there were a few tears shed. For the first part of our journey we went to Los Angeles.

We were hosted by a local Rotary Club, and enjoyed being tourists for 3 days. We visited Santa Monica, Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Hollywood.

Two flights later, I found myself arriving in Belgium, EXHAUSTED. I was so excited and ready to be off a plane, meet my new family and settle into my new home.

It’s weird to be living so far away from home, and the jet lag wasn’t much help. 12 hours behind NZ and 9 hours behind LA, I did not know what time zone I was in. It took about a week to get settled in. I find it very strange that I cannot see the sea every morning on my way to school or out the kitchen window. Moving to Belgium has been a massive change, and now the three years of French has paid off.

I currently live in the countryside and have snow in the garden which is amazing! I am also living in a 200 year old house, which is older than the Treaty of Waitangi. I am a city girl so living so far away from a mall is very bizarre. My diet consists mainly of bread as well as waffles (which are AMAZING) and I love Belgium frites!

School is a totally different experience here. There are no assemblies and all the classes are in the same 3 storey building with both the classes and teachers changing every lesson. The school is very small with only 1,000 students.

I’ve only been here for a few weeks, but I have fallen head over heels in love with this beautiful country. À bientôt If you’d like to know more about the Rotary International Youth Exchange please visit www.rotaryyouthexchange.co.nz

North Shore Zonta Club members working in the community at North Shore Hospital.

The North Shore Zonta Club This month we start a regular feature provided by Jennifer McKenzie, President Elect, Takapuna Rotary and DevonportTakapuna Local Board member. She will be profiling not-forprofit organisations on the North Shore. This month the North Shore Zonta Club.

The North Shore Zonta Club was founded in 1969 to join with members worldwide who are committed to working for advancing the status of women and girls.

Members meet monthly over dinner to share experiences, to further friendships and to organise fundraising to support women’s causes nationally and internationally.

A major project of the club is to provide Lesley Elliott’s book, Loves-Me-Not, for Year 12 students participating in the Sophie Elliott Foundation Loves-Me-Not programme, which is run in conjunction with the NZ Police. The book details the signs and warnings of abusive relationships.

Members meet monthly over dinner to share experiences, to further friendships and to organise fundraising to support women’s causes nationally and internationally.

Other projects of Zonta North Shore are to provide toiletry packs for domestic violence victims in local hospitals and to support the North Shore Women’s Centre in Glenfield.

The club also presents awards that recognise and support emerging girl leaders in local high schools.

A Zonta Club established at Carmel College provides leadership opportunities for young women and encourages them to take responsibility for projects to advance the cause of women and girls.

Other Zonta awards, both local and international, recognise women successful in business, science and public affairs.

For further information please email zontznorthshore@gmail.com or contact Gail Pianta 09 4868238 or checkout their Website www.zontanorthshore.com and Facebook page: Zontanorthshore

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SKIN CANCER CHANNEL WITH DR GRANT COE

Dr Grant Coe

PASIFIKA IN THE PARK

MoleMan is a full service mole and skin cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment facility in Northcote Point. Their skin cancer doctors can map and identify skin cancers, including melanoma, on the spot, as well as provide any necessary surgery, treatment and follow-up care. Led by Dr. Grant Coe, the team at MoleMan aims to provide exceptional patient care, at an affordable price, in a warm, welcoming and friendly environment.

Melanoma March This month for ‘Melanoma March’ it’s a great opportunity to do a self-check and a check of your family’s skin at the same time. All Kiwis should check their entire body regularly, including skin not normally exposed to the sun. Ask for help from someone else to check difficult-to-see areas, such as your back, neck and scalp. If you notice a mole or skin lesion that looks out of place, or feels different from the others, see a doctor or skin specialist.

What does a melanoma look like?

• Melanomas can appear as a new spot; or an existing spot, freckle or mole that has changed in colour, shape or size • Sometimes melanomas may bleed or be itchy, and they may become raised • While many melanomas are multi-coloured, they can also be white or the same colour as your skin.

How to detect melanoma – The ABCDE Rule Melanomas can often be detected using the ABCDE Rule, although not all melanoma lesions show these characteristics: • Asymmetry: two halves of the mole are different from one another • Border: the edges of the mole look ragged, blurred or are an irregular shape • Colour: the colour is uneven with shades of black, brown and tan.

Melanomas can also be white, grey, red, pink or blue • Different: it looks different to other moles and lesions on your skin • Evolving: a mole that is changing

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Get a warrant of fitness for your skin by booking a full body mole check with a skin cancer doctor at MoleMan. Call our friendly team to arrange an appointment on 0800 DR MOLE (376653) or check out www.moleman.co.nz.

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Photo Credit: Pixipic.

Pasifika Party in the Park!

Auckland’s Pasifika Festival celebrates its 25th birthday this month and it’s going to be very special.

Western Springs Park will be transformed into 11 villages on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th, Photo Credit: Pixipic. bringing fun for all the family this March. Each village represents a different Pacific Island and has a distinctly different vibe. Tahiti and Tokelau are worth a visit to see their amazing handcrafts; follow your nose and you will discover Hawaii’s smokey BBQ delights; and if you are wondering what the noise is about, head along to the Aotearoa, Cook Island and Samoa villages - they are renowed for their amazing stage performances.

There will be a special 25th birthday showcase on Saturday 25th at 4pm in the Samoan Village to celebrate 25 years and acknowledge all those who have contributed to the festival since its inception as a joint council and community initiative in 1992.

Vocal group Resonate will be performing their famous ‘Moana Mash Up’, based on the latest Disney movie. Their rendition of it has resonated with viewers online, with the song having had over a million views on You Tube. There will also be performances by female contemporary dance group Ura Tabu, social media stars Resonate, cultural groups from Auckland Girls Grammar, St Peters College, De la Salle College, Kelston Girls College, Southern Cross Campus, McAuley High School, and international guest performers.

On Sunday at 10am, there will be a 25th anniversary choral celebration at the Fijian Village from 10-11am.

The iconic annual Pasifka event is renowned for its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere and Western Springs Park is the ideal setting for this family friendly weekend, which offers something for everyone. And it’s sure to be busy so plan your trip online with the Auckland Transport journey planner at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry.

Free street parking will be available around Western Springs, while Western Springs College and Pasadena School offer paid parking options. For a full map and programme go to aucklandnz. com/pasifika. Find us on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates.

Proudly supported by AMI, Pasifika Festival is being delivered

by Orange Productions on behalf of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED).

FLY LIKE IT’S 1976!

This photo was taken at a Murrays Bay Birdman Competition in 1976 – and it’s back over 4 decades later as part of the Murrays Bay Birdman Festival.

IT’S ON – SATURDAY APRIL 1ST! ABOUT BIRDMAN:-

HOW TO ENTER:-

The Birdman event is a competition for human powered flying machines and involves human ‘birdmen’ attempting to “fly” the furthest distance off the end of a wharf/pier into the sea for prize money.

Birdman events are full of fun, splashes, spills and thrills where Birdmen dressed to impress strut their wings to fly or fall, with most of them travelling only a couple of metres before plunging into the sea.

Many flyers will take part to help raise money for charities; others design complex machines to aim for the category prizes. Entrants are encouraged to perform a routine and have music.

• Entry forms to be completed & returned with payment by 15th of March 2017 • You can enter online via the website www.mbwbirdman.nz • Entry Fee is $30 • Entries limited so be quick – it will sell out!

PRIZES FOR:• • • • •

Ultimate Flying Challenge - the longest distance Fibers and Feathers - must use natural materials and fibers The Crowd Favourite Most Creative Craft Best Team

THE BIRDMAN FESTIVAL, FROM 11AM:This will be a fun-filled day of Birdman action, live music, food stalls, sausage sizzles, drinks etc.

There are opportunities for those wishing to have stalls at the festival event. Stall sites are just $50 per site for the day.

Programme of events:- 11am Entertainment; 12noon Children’s Parade; 12.15pm Powhiri; 12.30pm Birdman Parade; 12.45pm Birdman Jump; 2pm Birdman Prizegiving; Event closes at 2.30pm.

For information & contact details visit: www.mbwbirdman.nz

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OUR FAVOURITE RECIPE SUE AND PETER EVANS

Seafood Paella with Pulled Moroccan Lamb and Wood Fired Pizza Sue Evans of Barfoot & Thompson Takapuna is one of the Shore’s best known real estate professionals. She’s been a Shore girl most of her life, having lived on the coast from Murrays Bay through to Devonport. Sue and her husband Peter have a passion for real estate (Peter also works in the Barfoot & Thompson Takapuna Office) and they also have many interests. But it is food that Sue and Peter are sharing with Channel readers in this issue. Sue admits that Peter is the better of the two at cooking. Channel's Aidan Bennett asked them to share one of their favourite family recipes. Inspired by Sue, but most probably cooked by Peter!

AIDAN BENNETT: What is your recipe and where did it originate from?

SUE & PETER EVANS: Seafood Paella with Pulled Moroccan Lamb and Wood Fired Pizza. This rustic recipe is a fusion between Morocco, Spain and Italy.

AB: What’s the secret to making this recipe work?

SE: The ultra slow cooking of the Lamb followed by the high heat flash. The rest speaks for itself.

AB: Why did you choose this recipe?

PE: We love this recipe and style of cooking, especially when entertaining for large groups of friends and family, as it is so easy to cook and expand on.

AB: What do you love about cooking?

SE: Peter loves the creative side of cooking and all cooking styles. During the Summer months, weather permitting, he enjoys experimenting with the Pizza Oven.

AB: Ever had a disaster in the kitchen?

PE: Plenty! Even forgot to add the simple green salad to today’s meal. There have been numerous spontaneous combustions with the Pizza Oven!

AB: How did Peter become the lead cook in the family?

SE: It really follows his family tradition with his father catering for the local Milford Bowling Club functions and family events. When the opportunity arose as a result of our son’s rowing interests, he was soon delegated to the role of Camp Dad/Mum, for the Takapuna Grammar School Rowing Club. An arduous task of catering for up to 130 people for weeks on end.

AB: What’s your favourite cuisine?

SE: Probably Thai and Italian. Anything with strong fresh flavours.

AB: What foodie spots do you enjoy visiting locally?

SE: Loving the myriad of restaurants now available in Takapuna. For a quick lunch, Massimo’s King Prawn and Chicken Salad is a favourite.

AB: If you could dine anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

PE: We love our Hauraki Gulf and any quiet beach for a small charcoal fired BBQ is always unbeatable.

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Seafood Paella with Pulled Moroccan Lamb and Wood Fired Pizza Ingredients & Method:

MOROCCAN PULLED LAMB Lamb (boned forequarter) rolled out. 4 or 5 gloves of roughly chopped garlic on top along with 3 or 4 roughly chopped preserved lemons. Sprinkle over with Harissa Powder and roll up tightly and tie.

Place in an oven bag, cook for 5 plus hours in a slow oven at 90 degrees. Take out of oven bag, quickly freeze the cup or so of left-over juice and remove fat from this. Place juice and lamb in oven proof dish and flash in Pizza Oven when ready to serve. This will give a lovely crisp skin and reduce to a gorgeous gravy jus.

SEAFOOD PAELLA 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 or 3 chopped onions 2 chopped hot Chorizo Sausages 4 or 5 cloves garlic chopped 2 teaspoons paprika 1½ cups Paella Rice 1.2 litres stock (salt reduced Chicken Stock is best) 1 can peeled/chopped tomatoes in juice Capsicums, peas, sweet corn (as you like) 2 or 3 cups seafood: Prawns and any shellfish Salt and pepper Coriander or parsley Lightly sauté onions in a Paella dish or large pan adding garlic, sausage, capsicum and continue to sauté until showing some colour. Add paprika, stir and then add rice. Saute gently to cover the rice with oil mix. Add stock all in one go and bring to a very slow boil then to a minimum heat setting.

Cover with tin foil and after 15 minutes add any vegetables and the tomatoes with juice. 5 minutes before completion add the seafood, arranging around the outside of the pan. Cover again until the seafood is cooked. A small time left standing will soak up any extra juice and enhance the flavours. Season and sprinkle with chopped coriander or parsley.

WOOD FIRED PIZZA Make up the bread mix after putting the Lamb on ½ cup warm water 1 dessert spoon honey ½ cup standard flour 2 teaspoons granulated yeast Mix all in a bowl to produce a very thin watery dough. Cover and set aside. The mixture will thicken and rise in less than one hour.In a large mixing bowl: 2 cups standard flour ½ cup Semolina and salt if desired Fold in the risen dough and then add enough warm water to make a firm stretchy dough. Add a good measure of olive oil during the process. Cover and set aside for 2 hours.

Roll out on a floured board and top with a standard Pizza topping sauce ie Leggos (just a small smear). Top with a generous mixture of chopped garlic and olive oil. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Cook as is or add your favourite toppings. Can be cooked in a Pizza Oven or conventional very hot oven on a Pizza stone. If cooked in a Pizza Oven will only take 1 minute.

CHANNEL PEOPLE MY DOG & ME

Ketu & Kaskai My Dogs & Me with Lizzie Simanke

In association with our good friends at DogHQ each month we meet Shore people who's four-legged family members add a great deal of joy to their lives. Our very own dog-lover Aidan Bennett (he has two doggies of his own he spoils – Olive a Cocker Spaniel and Maisie a French Bulldog) has been given the task of putting this feature together on a monthly basis in 2017. This month he talks with Lizzie Simanke of Takapuna about her two Alaskan Malamutes (Ketu and Kaskai) who are well-known around the Takapuna and Milford areas.

AIDAN BENNETT: How long have Ketu and Kaskai been part of your lives?

LIZZIE SIMANKE: Ketu is female and aged nine years. Kaskai is male and is five years old. My husband Dene and I have owned two Malamutes previously. It's great to have a female and male for company together.

AB: What made you decide to get a this breed?

LS: Dene lived in Alaska and Canada and fell for the breed and introduced them to me.

AB: Are they your first dogs, if not tell us about your other dogs?

LS: I have come from a dog family. We always had German Shepherds at home.

Lizzie Simanke with Ketu and Kaskai.

They love the car!

AB: Do they have any bad habits?

LS: They will dig up your garden if bored. If a siren is going off they will howl. It can be quite loud at times.

AB: What are their favourite things to do?

LS: Go out for dinner in Takapuna, go to Dog HQ and play with their friends, swim in the water, go to new places in the car, laze around us at home.

AB: Are they well behaved on Takapuna beach?

LS: Yes very well behaved with other dogs and very social with people. I would say they are the most photographed dogs. People, including celebrities, stop to have photos with them and they have featured on many Social Media and Instagram pages.

AB: Do you have any other pets?

LS: Yes we have four horses as well. These are eventing and hunting horses owned between Dene and myself. I have come from a family with lots of animals around the house.

AB: How long have they been going to DogHQ and do they love it?

LS: Both have been going to DogHQ for the last four years. They adore DogHQ staff and their dog pal friends. DogHQ respect our dogs with compassion, love and respect. They know the names of all the dogs, report daily on the condition, social activity and have a genuine interest in our dogs. Ketu and Kaskai love it and we love it!

AB: What do you love about your two Alaskan Malamutes?

LS: They have cool personalities and are eye-catching dogs, so different to other breeds around. They are quite unique in character, great for exercise and have strong muscular bodies.

I highly recommend the breed, but you must be organised, strong and committed to the breed. Alaskan Malamutes are a strong-willed breed and will test you at times.

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

LS: Treat your dogs with respect and kindness. Love them like your family. They will reward you with loyalty and love and give you devoted attention. Dogs are smart and intelligent and do not deserve to be locked away or on a chain. They will give you 100% commitment if you look after them.

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DESTINATION DEVONPORT

Squash in the Sun! Devonport As an indoor sport, it's rare to ever experience the game of squash outdoors, but visitors to Devonport's Marine Wharf had the chance of a hit about in the open when a mobile squash court hit town. The perspex court was set up on the seafront to give locals and visitors a go at the game. The initiative was organised by Squash Auckland to promote the sport and encourage people to get active. The organisation's development manager Mike Weston said it was a grass roots initiative to help boost membership at local clubs such as Devonport, Belmont and North Shore Squash Clubs, and to support their Squash in Schools programme, which has also been rolled out across the Shore.

John Fletcher, Michael Blanchard.

Sian Duggan, Tyler Duberly, Natalie Sayes.

Community News

By Maria Teape – Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust

The Devonport Family Fun Trail is happening on Sunday 5th March, National Children’s Day. This year’s theme is ‘What’s in a name?’ Bring your walking shoes, bike or scooter and find out what is behind the names of some of our streets, buildings and places, plus notice some signs you may not have noticed before!

Collect letters as you go to help you solve the mystery phrase at the end of the trail. Register at Windsor Reserve between 10am-11am and finish the day at Devonport Museum with a free sausage sizzle and spot prizes at 1pm.

Kids Athletics continues until the 28 March. This season we are offering an extended programme of 6 weeks instead of the usual 4. The free sessions are held on Tuesdays, 4pm-6pm at Vauxhall Sports Reserve (North Shore Rugby Club grounds) in Devonport, weather permitting. There is no need to pre-register, just come along as registration is done on site, on a session by session bases. Kids get to have-ago at a range of athletics activities in a fun non-competitive environment. For more information 09 445 9533 or email maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz The next quarterly meeting of the Devonport Environmental Network is taking place on Thursday 9th of March, 4pm at Devonport Library. These meetings are for anyone living in the Devonport Peninsula area (Hauraki Corner south) who is interested in ecological restoration. It’s a chance to meet with other like minded people, hear about environmental projects happening around the place and meet with experts from Auckland Council.

Belmont Primary School’s Fair & Battle of the Schools’ competition is being held on Saturday 4th March. Peninsula schools go head to head in the legendary Battle of the Schools featuring games such as The Firemans' Challenge and Leaky Bucket! The Fair starts at 11am and has food, drinks, games, raffles, auctions and pre-loved goods on offer. It’s a great family day out.

…schools go head to head in the legendary Battle of the Schools featuring games such as The Firemans' Challenge and Leaky Bucket!

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Our Preschool Play programme also continues until the end of this month; at Windsor Reserve in Devonport on Tuesdays and Bayswater Park in Bayswater on Thursdays.

Both sessions start at 9:30am and finish at 11am – they are weather dependent and caregiver supervision is required. Also a reminder about the funding we have available to encourage people living in the Devonport peninsula area to get together with their neighbours. Neighbours’ Day is coming up on 25th/26th March – a great excuse to invite the neighbours over!

Ka kite ano.

Maria

DESTINATION DEVONPORT

SHOP IN DEVONPORT Taste the flavours of New Zealand As summer starts drawing to a close and you start dreaming of your next summer holiday, transport yourself to your favourite New Zealand destination with the Devonport Chocolates Flavours of New Zealand Selection.

Flavours include the popular Marlborough salted caramel, the Rosé truffle made with ‘Pinque’ Rosé from Waiheke’s Man O War vineyard and the Sovrano Limoncello chocolate made from Sovrano Limoncello out of KeriKeri.

Adorning the box is a commissioned painting from local artist Graham Young. Graham has created a beautiful New Zealand scene reminiscent of a New Zealand vineyard in summer.

For the early birds among you Devonport Chocolates Easter range will be in store from March, in time for overseas posting and early Easter treats.

Devonport Chocolates, 17 Wynyard Street, Devonport 09 445 6001. www.devonportchocolates.co.nz

Time for a change this March March is a busy month with change of season and wardrobe when we only just got our summer wardrobe out this year.

We have a number of items on sale in store, sleepwear and swimwear and clearance lingerie too to make way for the new season sleepwear and dare I say it, winter thermals!

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COMMUNITY FEATURE: THE MENS SHED NORTH SHORE

A place for blokes...

Aidan Bennett discovers The Men’s Shed North Shore

Larry Klassen (right) and Ross Miller.

Every now and then we stumble upon a community initiative that we feel the need to tell people about. The Men’s Shed North Shore is one of those. This information on the Men’s Shed website really sums up what this is all about… It has been said that Sheds are to a man what a handbag is to a woman. Many men on retirement not only find they are at a loose end, but when they downsize their homes they find they no longer have space for the workshop where they once undertook many tasks using their life time of accumulated skills. It has been shown that Men’s Sheds have made a huge positive step to giving men of all ages and backgrounds, a space where they can socialise and they can also help alleviate depression associated with advancing years and can assist with rehabilitation from the effects of injury or disability. The Men’s Shed provides a place for men to improve their social network and self-esteem by feeling productive and valuable to society in general. Aidan Bennett went along to the Glenfield based facility for a visit.

I first heard about the Men’s Shed a year-or-so ago when the Benefitz team were asked to print their brochure. I read the brochure and was so taken with the community initiative that we printed them at no charge to support them. Since that time I’ve been intending to visit to do a story for Channel as our readers need to know about this fantastic facility. I got there in mid-February.

The Men’s Shed North Shore was originally driven by Jill Nerheny of the Kaipatiki Community Trust (then the Birkenhead Northcote Community Co-ordinator). She saw the concept in Australia back in 2006 and decided that it would be a

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great fit here on the Shore.

“From that visit to Aussie, it was obvious to me that this was a project that would meet identified needs in our area, and certainly could be initiated here in North Shore,” explained Jill Nerheny when quizzed on the early origins of The Men’s Shed North Shore. “It was here that the idea of implementation of the North Shore Men`s Shed grew. There were many disappointments the working group coped with, as to finding a suitable location for this project, but the search continued.”

A working group and then a trust was formed with Ross McEwan as the founding Chairman (other founding trustees were Neil Malcolm, Robert Ash, Tom Foster, Allan Gera, John Monash and Trevor Pugh). The Glenfield site at Elliott Reserve was found in 2010 and the council granted the The Men’s Shed North Shore Trust a 20-year lease. That enabled planning to get under way for the Shed.

The TotalSpan shed was built in 2012 and the Men's Shed North Shore, opened its doors in April 2013. It was one of the first in New Zealand. There are now many more around the country, with a national body established that has 100 registered member organisations. Many of these are currently in formation, but clearly it is catching-on.

The ‘Shed’ is essentially a fully equipped woodworking and engineering workshop where a range of men’s things are done.

Hard at work.

A hive of activity.

These include:- woodworking projects; community projects; small boat repairs, electronic repairs; furniture repairs; wood turning; toy making; small engineering projects; computer skills; model making.

I visited on a Monday morning and the Men’s Shed was a hive of activity. There were around 20 blokes hard at work doing a whole range of things. The Men’s Shed is located in the Elliott Reserve in Elliott Avenue in Bayview (Glenfield), adjacent to Glenfield Tennis Club.

On arrival I was greeted by the trust’s current chairman Larry Klassen and treasurer Ross Miller. We sat down for a chat and there was a knock on the office door. They had a visitor from a local kindergarten who needed one of their very important wooden sandpit diggers repaired. This is the type of community work that is carried out at the Men’s Shed. In fact Larry Klassen estimates that 70% of what they do is community work and 30% personal stuff.

“We do a lot of work for entities like kindergartens and other community organisations such as environmental groups,” says Larry Klassen. “We recently made some rat bait stations for the Friends of Okura Bush Protection Society, weta houses for DOC and some nesting boxes for a university student project. There

Larry Klassen and Roger Dallimore with a sandpit digger about to be restored for a local kindergarten.

was also a Santa float made for the recent Christmas parades at Birkenhead and Glenfield. We also recently restored a battered old train engine for the Glenfield Public Library.”

The Men’s Shed North Shore is open four days a week – Monday’s, Wednesday’s, Friday’s and Saturday’s. Larry Klassen explained that there are on average around 20-25 blokes per day at the shed. Membership is $90 per year and there are just over 120 financial members – but room for more! Funding supporters include the Kaipatiki Local Board and Auckland Council as well as major sponsors Birkenhead Licensing Trust and Metlifecare.

“This is a place for guys who are retired to come and mix and mingle and generally enjoy themselves,” explains Larry Klassen.

“Some guys come here and work pretty solidly for the four days every week, and some come along and can hardly leave the coffee room they enjoy the company so much. There’s lots of chat, sharing of knowledge and general pottering – it really is a sheddies paradise!”

The Men’s Shed North Shore welcomes new members of all ages and if you are not too sure about joining, then just go along and spend some time chatting with some of the chaps at the Shed.

Visit: www.mensshednorthshore.org.nz

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CHANNEL FEATURE: SHORE JUNCTION, TAKAPUNA

Seven of the young people helping to drive the Shore Junction project outside the soon to be renovated building. Back- Ian Lim, Jey Jeyaseelan, Henry Pivac. Front- Andrew Mei, Antoine Ellis, Dani Clements-Levi, Mae Everett.

Pictured Left: Artists impression of the completed Shore Junction building.

Introducing…

By Aidan Bennett

Shore Junction

Where ideas collide and future paths forge

We love highlighting positive things happening in our local community. They don’t come much better than the initiative under way to transform the former Takapuna RSA building in Mary Poynton Crescent – just a stones-throw from Smales Farm – into a youth innovation hub.

The project started out under the working title ‘two floors of amazing’ when it was just an idea and has now morphed into the permanent name ‘Shore Junction’. In short, the building is going to become an innovation hub for youngsters in the region.

The Junction will be a centre for technology; enterprise; science, engineering, maths; community; arts and culture.

The neat thing is it is a project for our youngsters that is being driven by youngsters. They are playing the leading hand in the design process on a basis called ‘Co-design’. Co-design builds on the methods and principles of Participatory Design which assumes

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‘users’ are the experts of their own domain and should be actively involved in the design process.

The lease for the space was awarded to the Yes Disability Trust by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in mid-2016. A steering committee has been formed and the team at YES are now working closely with Younite (the Devonport-Takapuna Youth Board), towards their shared vision of creating a unique youth innovation space.

“The intention is that the new space supports the growth and development of young people so that they can step into their future potential,” explains Sonia Thursby, CEO of Yes. “Along with this, there is a desire to ensure we honour the legacy of the RSA and the veterans in the space. Together, we can create a space that helps to meet the needs of our young people so that they can grow into their best future.”

The neat thing is it is a project for our youngsters that is being driven by youngsters. They are playing the leading hand in the design process on a basis called ‘Co-design’.

Sonia Thursby and Ian Lim

on the ground floor of the

two-level building.

The 10-point vision for the Shore Junction project has been determined as the following:• To provide a place where young people can form their identity without the pressures of school or home by creating a home away from home.

• To encourage young people to have opinions and to provide a space to explore them and to have them heard by provoking discussions and encouraging debate.

• To provide meaningful opportunities for greater diversity in the future economy by supporting programmes for young women and minorities in the innovation economy.

• To allow young people the chance to feed their appetite for creativity by trying, exploring and practising new skills.

• To provide young people with access to the best possible tools for learning and growing by using state of the art systems and technology.

• To provide young people with both formal and informal ways to connect with one-another by creating social spaces and events for meeting, sharing and collaborating.

• To support young people to make informed decisions about their education and career by connecting them with entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

• To provide young people with spaces for rest and reflection where they can take care of themselves and each other.

• To provide young people with a vehicle for greater social change by provoking their sense of community.

• To create a safe environment where young people are able to experiment and explore new skills by providing labs, collaboration spaces, seminars and opportunies they would not otherwise have.

“We have set about recreating this space evoking a unique codesign process that puts our young people right at the heart of the development of this centre,” adds Sonia Thursby.

“Our philosophy of ‘two floors of amazing’ means that every physical feature in the building is there because it brings out the best in people. The space offers an authentic experience for all. In addition to having the project led by the young people on our Project Steering Committee, we have engaged in extensive consultation with young

people asking what they would like to see in a space dedicated to their growth and development. We have chosen the architect Matthew Godward from Godward Guthrie who, using feedback from the young people, has provided us with our first draft set of plans.”

The architect’s first draft for the centre really shows how special this facility is going to be for our young folk. The plan includes a recording studio, lecture theatre, computer and engineering labs, art rooms, exercise spaces, library, drama studio, and large sections of study space and lounge areas.

Based on the feedback from these young people, Shore Junction is being designed based on these three guiding principles:• Connected – Every corner and crevasse of the building is treated as a piece of the wider puzzle. No matter where you are or what you are doing, you will always feel a part of the community and larger space.

• Evolvable – The space changes as you change. It is flexible and can accommodate new features and functions. We want to continue to create value for you even as your passions and interests evolve.

• Innovative – Expect to be amazed. The space is fun and exciting.

It has captured the creativity and imagination of many before and will do the same for you. We want you to feel like a true pioneer.

A key person on the steering committee is San Francisco based Sian Simpson. 25-year-old Sian, who was brought up on the Shore, is recognised as a shooting star in the innovation space and runs the Kiwi Landing Pad in San Francisco. Sian is passionate about the project and has been responsible for the quick development of a fantastic website and social media presence for the Junction following the name being established as a result of the co-design process.

“When I was growing up on the Shore there was a lack of places for us to hang out,” says Sian. “We weren’t necessarily bad kids, there was just a lack of places for us to go to learn, have safe space, experiment with technology, make new friends, gain work experience or have access to amazing mentors or business leaders. This lead to getting into things a little too early or in general just being bored! So I am pretty excited that we – through a co-design process with 40 of North Shore’s youth – are now developing our very own innovation centre.

“This project is one dear to my heart being a North Shore local, and also with my work at the Kiwi Landing Pad, having the visibility over our nation that I do from meeting with Corporates, Startups through to Government, Universities and Schools, I’ve noticed that pipeline truly is everything. continued…

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There will also be a heavy focus on exploring unique skills that many young people don’t get exposed to at school or home. There will be regular seminars (like TEDx talks) focused at exposing young people to the many career paths available to them.

When renovated the top level at the Junction will be a very special space. …continued

“What I started seeing a few years ago was that the conversations we were having with our young people wasn’t putting them in the best light for a bright future and there was hardly any information or conversations going on about the future of work or what jobs would actually exist in a future that is not only uncertain but changing very rapidly. I hope the centre is a source of inspiration for our young people to build their best future surrounded by like minds, business mentors and an inspiring space that will make the pressures of being a high achiever and person of excellence that much more manageable and perhaps even enjoyable. Watch this space.”

The co-design process kicked off with the first Project Connect workshop in September last year. The event was sponsored by YES, hosted by Younite, and facilitated by creative specialists Curative. Around 40 young people attended and collectively they set the entire framework for the project. They came up with the name and the workshop report that was produced has since been extensively used as a beacon; guiding every conversation had and every decision made.

Steering committee member Ian Lim of Younite says the Junction can be for young people to pursue their creative and business ambitions. “What Shore Junction represents, ultimately, is a vision, 15 years in the making, of a community empowering its young people to achieve phenomenal happiness and success in their future lives. It’s a collective pursuit. There has been such great support and investment behind this, and to everyone who has helped propel the vision to where it is today - I absolutely salute you.

“But to broaden the perspective a little, this project is as much about the localised product as it is about developing a flexible, scalable, replicable model that can be implemented in communities all over New Zealand and further abroad. We’re not just building a building, but also an idea. It’s experimental, it’s pioneering, and just plain exciting.

“What makes this so enjoyable an experience, for me personally as a volunteer, is having the rare opportunity to work with such a talented, diverse, motivated, passionate core team. The people I’ve interacted with have continually inspired and educated me. I have every confidence in the future success of what we’re doing here.”

The steering committee clearly see opportunities for the Junction to collaborate with other entities in the region who share a similar focus.

Smales Farm is close by, and they are home to the new New Zealand HQ of Vodafone.

Joint collaborations could generate cadetship programmes within the Junction as well as exciting interactions and exposure for young people to the high tech industry through Techapuna and through initiatives such as Youth Connections.

Massey University recently launched the Grow North Report on how to build a “Smart Innovation District” on the North Shore and consider the Junction to align with the goals and objectives of Grow North.

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Shore Junction – The Pillars

Every building has a purpose, every community a conviction.

The Junction supports young people who want to pursue their dreams and realise their potential. On the North Shore we believe that the need converges greatest with the opportunity in the areas defined by our pillars, upon which we are proud to stand.

Community – Imagine access to a network of people who will help nurture you to be the best you you can be. We want you to always feel safe and accepted for who you are.

Science, Engineering & Maths – Opportunities to further your education above and beyond school. We appreciate the joy and fulfilment that the experience of learning can provide.

Technology – You will be enabled to apply your theoretical knowledge to do amazing things. Be immersed in a sector that is leading and changing the way we live, work, and play.

Arts & Culture – Anything to do with the creative expression of self. You will be empowered to develop and showcase your artistic talents, and share your story with the world.

Enterprise – Business is challenging, and often the most difficult step can be to start. Expect programmes and services that will equip, inspire, and connect you as a budding entrepreneur.

The Junction will have a strong emphasis on creating small youth businesses incubation programmes such as expanding the Young Enterprise Scheme into business incubation programmes and business mentoring schemes.

There will also be a heavy focus on exploring unique skills that many young people don’t get exposed to at school or home. There will be regular seminars (like TEDx talks) focused on exposing young people to the many career paths available to them.

Schools will no doubt play a part as well. The Shore is blessed with having great schools where young people have the skills to really make a difference in their community, to New Zealand and the world we live in. Given the right environment for growth there will be no end to the innovation that comes from this space.

Shore Junction also aligns with the North Harbour Club and their AIMES Awards. The programme has been in place for over two decades and celebrates excellence of young people aged 25 years and under.

We take our hats off to the team behind this great initiative that will pay dividends for the people of the North Shore for decades to come. The Shore Junction Steering Committee is: Sonia Thursby, Ian Lim, Gary Monk, Phil Brosnan, Annaliese Hewitt, Karsten Thomson, Brendon Hosken, Sarah Cross, Linda Noble, Hugh Stedman, Sian Simpson, Joseph Bergin, Mae Everett, Henry Pivac.

For more information visit: http://www.shorejunction.nz Explore the building at: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=oCu4AV8QhWY

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TECHNOLOGY WITH PC REVOLUTION

What can you get your device to do?

Take a closer look at this desk and the screens in operation here. What kind of a machine do you think would be required in your office to run this kind of set up? On this desk, connected to a micro USB adapter and running to a docking station there is two large Nancy Crawford screens, a full sized key board, a hard wired mouse, LAN Connection and a head set!

For many of us we wouldn’t even know why someone would want or need all those screens let alone know how to connect and operate such technology. Check out what our user said below about this set up.

What we have found is that most customers don’t even come close to using a device to “its” full potential. All this came from the 10” PCR Tablet pictured. (photo supplied by very excited customer).

We have had the joy of watching a select few discover what is possible with our Tablets. Although the 10” was first designed for school use, we have seen the market grow more in commercial fields.

Our customers, using a few extra products like USB hubs, HDMI leads and HDMI adapters have created for themselves “one device” scenarios. Enabling them to be more mobile, efficient and use the device effectively both at work and at home.

One customer uses the PCR 10” as a mobile, in van, computer.

Logging jobs, reporting and invoicing as each job is completed.

Allowing him to do all his paperwork and invoicing for each job at completion of the job. No need to go home at the end of a long day and start on the paperwork, trying to remember what parts were used for each job or how long he was on site. His invoice has already been recorded and sent directly to the customer with the use of his phone and a hot spot connection. When he arrives home he is finished work. Then plugging in an HDMI lead to his 55” TV and a wireless keyboard/mouse his 10” Tablet allows him to use the TV as a very large personal computer to surf the web, do some gaming or chat to friends on Skype.

Just the other day we had a complaint that intrigued us, “this Tablet runs a bit slow”, so we asked the user to email us what he was trying to achieve with his Tablet. This was his reply.

“I was lucky enough to trial a 10" 2 GB Windows 10 tablet from PC Revolution, and was able to run quite a lot on the small device.

With a micro USB adapter running to a docking station, I was

able to have two screens connected, a full-size keyboard, a wired mouse, LAN connection & a headset. With the two screens with web browser's open on both, streaming music to the headset, and uploading PDF files to a blueprint app on the touchscreen the tablet was running quite slow, but didn't crash!

There was no smoke, which means no fire & the tablet still works after pushing that hard! I am very impressed with what this Windows 10 tablet was able to cope with!”

Wow such a lot running from this small device. I bet many of us wouldn’t even dream of hooking up our Tablets and running all these things. With so many devices on the market capable of doing so much more than most people are aware of why don’t you have a go this month and see what your device is capable of. Maybe you will be able to create a “one device” solution for yourself.

PC Revolution, PO Box 304034, Hauraki 021 388 507 www.pcrevolution.co.

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BOOK REVIEWS

BY THE BOOKLOVER, MILFORD

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The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir Jennifer Ryan $35 This warm, funny and big-hearted novel of wartime gumption and village spirit will make your heart sing – is perfect for fans of Helen Simonson’s The Summer before the War and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. Kent, 1940: in the idyllic village of Chilbury change is afoot. Hearts are breaking as sons and husbands leave to fight, and when the Vicar decides to close the choir until the men return, all seems lost. But coming together in song is just what the women of Chilbury need in these dark hours, and they are ready to sing. With a little fighting spirit and the arrival of a new musical resident, the charismatic Miss Primrose Trent, the choir is reborn. Some see the choir as a chance to forget their troubles, others the chance to shine. Though for one villager, the choir is the perfect cover to destroy Chilbury’s new-found harmony.

Uplifting and profoundly moving, The Chilbury Ladies' Choir explores how a village can endure the onslaught of war, how monumental history affects small lives and how survival is as much about friendship as it is about courage.

Havana: A Subtropical Delirium Mark Kurlansky $39 A city of tropical heat, sweat, ramshackle beauty, and its very own cadence – a city that always surprises – Havana is brought to pulsing life as award-winning author Mark Kurlansky presents an insider’s view of the elegant, tattered city he has come to know over more than 30 years. Part cultural history, part travelogue, with recipes, historic engravings, photographs and drawings, Havana celebrates the city’s singular music, literature, baseball and food; its five centuries of outstanding, neglected architecture; and its extraordinary blend of cultures. Like all great cities, Havana has a rich history that informs the vibrant place it is today – a place of extremes: a beautifully restored colonial city whose cobblestone streets pass through areas that have not been painted or repaired since long before the revolution. Kurlansky shows Havana through the eyes of Cuban writers, and foreigners such as Graham Greene and Ernest Hemingway. He introduces us to Cuban baseball and its highly opinionated fans; the city’s music scene, alive with the rhythm of Son; its culinary legacy: with this multi-layered and electrifying portrait, the long-elusive city of Havana comes stirringly to life.

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Cyril Avery is not a real Avery or at least that’s what his adoptive parents tell him… and he never will be. Born out of wedlock to a teenage girl cast out from her rural Irish community and adopted by a well-to-do if eccentric Dublin couple via the intervention of a Redemptorist nun, Cyril is adrift in the world, anchored only tenuously by his heartfelt friendship with the infinitely more glamorous and dangerous Julian Woodbead. At the mercy of fortune and coincidence, he will spend a lifetime coming to know himself and where he came from – and over his 70 years, he will struggle to discover an identity, a home, a country and much more. In bestselling novelist John Boyne’s most transcendent work yet, we are shown the story of Ireland from the 1940s to today through the eyes of one ordinary man. The Heart’s Invisible Furies will make you laugh and cry while reminding of the redemptive power of the human spirit.

Exit West Moshin Hamid $37 From the author of the internationally acclaimed The Reluctant Fundamentalist, an extraordinary story of love and hope, travelling from the Middle East to London and beyond. Nadia and Saeed are two ordinary young people, attempting to fall in love – in a world turned upside down. Theirs will be a love story but also a story about how we live now and how we might live tomorrow, of a world in crisis and two human beings travelling through it. Civil war has come to the city which Nadia and Saeed call home. Before long they will need to leave their motherland behind – when the streets are no longer useable and the unknown is safer than the known. They will join the great outpouring of people fleeing a collapsing city, hoping against hope, looking for their place in the world...

White Tears Hari Kunzru $37 A feverish tale from the bestselling author of The Impressionist: two ambitious young musicians are drawn into a dark underworld, haunted by the ghosts of a repressive past. Rising fast on the New York musicproducing scene, Seth, awkward and shy, and Carter, the trust fund hipster, stumble across an old blues song long forgotten by history – and everything starts to unravel. Carter is drawn far down a path that allows no return, and Seth has no choice but to follow his friend into the darkness. Trapped in a game they don’t understand, Hari Kunzru’s characters move unsteadily across the chessboard, caught between black and white, performer and audience, righteous and forsaken. But we have been here before, many times over, and the game always ends the same way... Electrifying, subversive and wildly original, White Tears is a ghost story and a love story, a story about lost innocence and historical guilt. It penetrates the heart of a nation’s darkness, encountering a suppressed history of greed, envy, revenge and exploitation, and holding a mirror up to the true nature of America today.

MILFORD NEWS

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

Vive la France a huge success again!

Thanks to everyone who turned out for our annual Vive la France Market Day. Once again, we embraced everything that's so good about the French culture. The Alliance Française was in attendance and thrilled with the event. They combined with the French Film Festival team to promote their upcoming event to be held in March at the Berkeley Theatre in Takapuna and hosted French lessons for adults and children – which from all accounts was a fun activity.

JP the French Clown entertained all day inviting participation from the audience and introduced our first ever snail race – an event that will surely become part of the annual event. Special thanks to the members of the Citroen Car Club who brought some French flair and style to the event and Louis from La Tropezienne and Stephanie From Painted Bird, who added their French vehicles to the event.

The Cheese Room exemplified the purpose of these events for the businesses with a beautiful stall encouraging passers-by to sample new cheeses before buying. David, the owner of the shop was delighted with the response from the public.

We have wonderful, generous business people in Milford and a great example is Mary, the owner of HelloWorld Milford who donated a $1000 travel voucher as a prize for the event. We drew the prize live at 2pm on the day and the lucky winner Jill Guest was: Jill Guest from Belmont.

Au revoir to Zoë

These events, however, don't just happen, so I thought it appropriate to mention the people responsible for the event. The event is organised by the business association on behalf of all the Milford businesses to create a vibrant and fun event and give people another reason to come to Milford.

Zoë The majority of the detail of the event was done by Zoë, my Events and Marketing assistant, who has a flair for events. Many of you will have met her or received one of her email newsletters. She is an extremely talented young person

who has a great career ahead of her and has been instrumental in getting the business association operating effectively on social media platforms.

Unfortunately she is leaving us to do her big OE but we have a suitable replacement for her in our new employee, Simon Jones. In fact, it became a baptism of fire for Simon, as Simon Jones he was handed the event as soon as he started with us in January. However, I think you will all agree he did a great job in ensuring the event was a fun day out in Milford.

Milford sales growth excellent!

Again, I need to thank all of our loyal customers who have supported us so well. Our latest BNZ Marketview sales results show that for the three months ended December 31st 2016, we experienced sales growth of more than double that of the average for all Auckland shopping centres. We're ecstatic about the results.

The amount of support from locals was humbling – with a 12.7% net increase in sales from that time last year!

Work on Milford Centre development

The NZRPG owned Milford Centre mall building works programme is progressing with little disruption to parking in Milford. Entry and exit for the top car park on Milford Road is through the one point on Milford Road, but hundreds of other car parks are available on the two underground car park levels, conveniently connected by escalators to the shops.

A few of the businesses are relocating within the mall to allow the extra retail space to be developed – so watch out for these exciting changes. One of the first is Rada Hairdressing – Vicki and her team will be moving into new premises between the ASB and Countdown. I've had a peak through the covers on the window and it's going to be a wonderful new shop for them.

Look out for more news on this development in this column each month, and on our website and social media pages.

If you’re wondering where the clothing bins have moved to, they can be found at the bottom car park off the Omana Road extension.

Have a wonderful time shopping in Milford on your next visit.

Murray See you in Milford

Manager – Milford Business Association manager@milfordshops.co.nz 021 950 463 www.milfordshops.co.nz FB: milfordshops Inst: milfordnz

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OPTOMETRY & EYEWEAR MELISSA HAY, VISIQUE MILFORD

Melissa Hay

Say Goodbye to Itchy Eyes I’ve got no scientific data to back it up but, to me, it’s been the windiest summer ever. And with all that wind blowing around dust, particles and allergens, it has made allergies a real issue for people.

At least 20% of our population suffer from allergic conjunctivitis, or some form of ocular allergy. The most common symptom of this is ocular itching.

To us, conjunctivitis is a broad term, which encompasses any inflammation to the surface of your eye – which is called your conjunctiva. The classic type of conjunctivitis that most people think about is bacterial infections – when they wake up and their eye is all crusty, sore and slightly swollen. When you have allergic conjunctivitis your eyes are red, swollen but most importantly they are itchy. If they aren’t itchy, then it is unlikely to be an allergy.

If your parents or other members of your family have allergies, then it makes you more susceptible to developing them. If anyone in your family has asthma, eczema and hay fever it places you at risk of developing eye allergies.

Our environment, like air pollution, plants and weather affect allergies. It might be the neighbour’s privet that sets you off.

Pollen spikes during spring and summer. Dust and mould can also contribute to allergies all year round. But I also find that when someone travels to a different country or environment their eyes aren’t familiar with then they are likely to get irritated eyes.

The peak age to develop eye allergies is in your early 20s and symptoms tend to get better with age. When we first are exposed to an allergen our immune system becomes sensitised. When we have repeated exposure a specific immune cell (immunoglobulin E) binds to a mast cell in the conjunctiva, which causes the allergic response.

Although it’s so tempting to rub your eyes when they are itchy, you are best not to. Rubbing the eyes can release more mast cells, which actually cause the allergic response to be worse. Also,

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excessive rubbing over your lifetime can cause your eyelids to become droopy. We also feel there is a link between dry eye and allergic eyes. If you don’t have enough moisture or lubrication in your eyes, then it means your eyes cannot rinse out any allergen.

To prevent allergic eyes we encourage close wrapping glasses or sunglasses to slow tear evaporation and to protect the eye. Indoors you could use an air cleaner to filter the dust and other particles from the atmosphere. A humidifier might also help to add moisture to the air, which prevents your eyes from drying out. Omega3 supplements are also an option to improve lubrication to the eye.

To manage allergic eyes, the best thing you can start with is to avoid the allergen. But, if that is your neighbour’s hedge or your precious cat, it can be very hard to do. The next thing we’d suggest would be a cold flannel. The cold naturally causes the cells in the eye to calm down and it also takes away any swelling. You could also use a lubricating drop just to rinse and moisturise. There are plenty of specific eye drops for allergic conjunctivitis – so come and talk to us about the options.

If you feel you need to use an eyedrop, the best one to start with would be Systane. This is a lubricating drop that you can use, and it has minimal side effects. It will help the eye to heal and feel more comfortable, but also flush out anything that is irritating your eyes.

To start you’d use it four times a day for a week. The next best eye drop would be Patanol, which is only available with a prescription from either us or your GP. This is actually an allergy preventor and works to stabilise the mast cells to prevent them from reacting to things. You use this twice a day and this is also a very safe product.

I would mention, that you should avoid ‘red-eye relief’ drops, used long term these can actually make it more likely for your eyes to flare-up..

Melissa Hay, Visique Optometrists, 155 Kitchener Road, Milford, 09 489 4797, milford@visique.co.nz

MILFORD: TRAVEL WITH HELLOWORLD

Hello Dream Holidays I am very excited to announce the arrival of our exclusive Dream Holidays brochure. This is a joint initiative with our fellow Mary Buckley team of travel experts at Owner/Director helloworld Browns Bay. The brochure features a fabulous collection of products that we believe would appear on many people’s travel 'bucket list'. Start dreaming and planning your dream holiday now:

passage. Kamloops, Banff National Park and Lake Louise present nature at its best in any season.

Italian Indulgence: Italy is a must do during your lifetime. Romantic Venice or classical historic Pompeii and Naples. The dramatic Amalfi Coast is spectacular and Tuscany will satisfy with fresh local food and wine, beautiful terracotta buildings and vast stretches of green countryside.

Wildlife & National Parks: Sample the World’s natural treasures. The Galapagos Islands; Alsakan wildlife and wilderness; Botswana and the Okavango Delta; or the Parks and Canyons between Denver and Las Vegas.

Northern Europe: The natural beauty of northern Europe is a treat for every visitor.

Experience the Northern Lights while enjoying the breathtaking scenery of Iceland. Combine iconic landmarks and fascinating history when in Finland and Russia. Visit the home of the Vikings by cruising the Baltic Sea and spectacular Norwegian coastline.

Wonders of Asia: Immerse yourself in the Orient. Visit Japan’s rich beauty during the winter. Discover beautiful temples and riverside villages in Myanmar. The wonders and diversity of India can be experienced on a luxury boutique river cruise. See the Mekong Delta sights on offer in Vietnam and Cambodia by river cruise. Visit Indonesia’s many hidden delights on a small cruise expedition.

Alaska: The adventure of a lifetime. Visit the Canadian Rockies cruising along Alaska’s inside

Winter Wonderland: Take a break from our New Zealand summer and experience a Northern Hempshere traditional winter Christmas. Explore the gorgeous Christmas markets while cruising the Rhine river in Europe, or visit Canadian delights such as Whistler and dash through the snow on a sleigh ride.

Great Rail Journeys: Surrender to the style and romance of rail travel. Ottoman Treasures from Budapest to Athens; Trans-Siberian Express from Moscow to Vladivostok; The Silk Road from Moscow to Beijing; The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin; The Blue Train from Pretoria to Cape Town; Eastern & Oriental from Singapore to Bangkok.

Active Holidays: Explore the world your way.

An Intrepid cycle tour through Vietnam; An active river cruise from Linz to Budapest; A self-guided cycling tour from Pula to Porec in Croatia; or an Amalfi Coast walking tour.

Great Road Trips: Enjoy the freedom and Adventure touring these famous highways: Route 66; New York to Los Angeles; or the Great Ocean Road in Australia.

Scaling New Heights: Feel on top of the world and trek Africa’s highest mountain on the Rongai route; The icons of South America

The Amalfi Coast, Italy.

will take you from Peru to Argentina; Or, visit the heights of classic China.

Cruise of a Lifetime: Treat yourself to an intimate and luxurious cruise experience.

Oceania European cruises or around the world in 180 days; Regent Seven Seas European explorations; Spectacular Viking River Cruises of Europe, Small ship cruises to South America, Australia’s Kimberley Coast, and of course an Antarctic expedition.

Dream Holiday Brochure Launch Event To celebrate the release of the inaugural Dream Holidays Brochure, helloworld Milford and helloworld Browns Bay are hosting a joint product information evening. This FREE event will feature key product experts and of course fabulous door prizes and travel discounts. Come join us for wine, nibbles and free travel information. Thursday 18th May, 5pm to 7pm at the Pupuke Golf Club. RSVP to milford@helloworld.co.nz or brownsbay@helloworld.co.nz.

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KITCHEN MANIA, MILFORD

Keeping it in the Family Kitchen Mania have been supplying kitchens to homeowners on the North Shore for the past eight years, so the opening of their new showroom in Milford was a natural next step for the company.

Kitchen Mania have operated from their Mount Wellington base since 2009, and have been showing fully functioning kitchens at the North Shore Home Show since they first opened. Their new space on the corner of Shakespeare and Kitchener Roads means North Shore clientele will no longer have to travel to Mount Wellington to see their display kitchens and talk to their specialist consultants.

The business was started by Carl Arnold and is a family business in every sense. Carl’s wife Cathy and their sons Greg and Chris have joined the team over the past few years, and more recently their daughter Laura. Chris is a sales and design specialist who is now based at the Milford branch and also lives on the North Shore. The team has grown from four members when the company started in 2009, to more than 30 today. Carl and his staff pride themselves on supplying well designed, functional kitchens at a reasonable price. The company takes a holistic approach to their work, creating kitchens that fit into their clients lifestyles which they can enjoy spending time in. Designing and renovating a kitchen can be complex and stressful so the importance of expert advice is priceless, and Kitchen Mania’s experienced consultants can help make this process simple and hassle free.

A real point of difference is that all cabinetry is manufactured in their 1000 square metre Auckland factory, using the most up to date European machinery and manufacturing techniques.

The advantage of in-house manufacturing is that Kitchen Mania can take care of the complete process, from the initial in-home consultation to the completed kitchen installation. Only quality

Design a kitchen that expresses your cooking style

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The team at Kitchen Mania.

materials and fittings are used, so that their kitchens not only look good but are built to last. They can also coordinate all tradespeople if required, and have relationships with appliance retailers so can point clients in the right direction to select the best appliances for their kitchen.

Being a family business with family values, the company feels it’s important to be involved in the local community. Since their arrival on the North Shore, Kitchen Mania have enjoyed being a major sponsor for Christmas at the Lake concert and are now also a sponsor of North Shore netball. Chris says they are looking forward to growing their support of local organisations and becoming a valued member of the North Shore business community.

Kitchen Mania, 1 Shakespeare Road, Milford, 09 588 4045, info@kitchenmania.co.nz, www.kitchenmania.co.nz

PET & VET, MILFORD

Simply the Best for your Pet What do you think of when you think of a local vet clinic? If it is a white, sterile environment that looks clinical and uninviting, then think again. You haven’t seen Pet & Vet. This is a clinic that surprises you the minute you walk in the door. From the state-of-the-art laboratory and surgery facilities, to the huge clinic with a sought after cattery, popular grooming centre, and premium vet clinic.

The practice has been in Nicole Brown Shakespeare Road in Milford for over 20 years, and are one of the busiest clinics in Auckland. There are many things that make Pet & Vet stand out, and this is the result of hard work and dedication by the team of animal experts who set high standards at the practice every day.

“First of all it’s our people who make the difference,” says owner and director Nicole Brown. “Each member of the team are animal lovers and committed to every animal we care for. We know they are part of someone’s family and how distressing it can be when they’re hurt or injured. That’s why we truly go above and beyond to look after their pet that they’ve entrusted to us. We even have clients who’ve travelled from the other side of the city or from out of town, to have us care for their beloved pet, and I see examples of that every day in our clinic.”

Not everyone is aware of the range of services available at the clinic. The professional vet and nursing team work hard to treat trauma, injuries, medical concerns and common conditions. They’re also passionate about wellness; how to prevent problems occurring and enjoy educating and passing on their knowledge. They’re excited about the new Idexx in-house laboratory, which means their animals have lab tests done onsite, this means no delays in diagnosing or treating emergencies. This literally can mean the difference between life and death, and they are one of the few clinics to have this service available. Another on-site facility is the I-131 specialist referral centre, which provides treatment for cats with an over-active thyroid.

Hunter European Pet Accessories.

Pet & Vet is home to one of the largest catteries in Auckland, complete with an outdoor relaxing space, and multiple lounge areas to make the cats feel right at home. With their menu of fresh food, plus lots of cuddles, many cats who are regulars have become part of the family. The staff absolutely love cats, with the resident cat Skipper helping out at reception on a regular basis.

If there is one place that performs ‘makeovers’ every day, it’s the dog grooming salon. The huge range of shapes and sizes of dogs leave the salon looking gorgeous, and smelling beautiful, and they get lots of cuddles on the way as well.

There is a lot of excitement about the new Hunter range of products that are imported direct from Europe, bringing the latest designs in accessories for cats and dogs. Pet & Vet are having an open evening and launch party (see below), and local families are welcome to come along to the clinic with the kids and have a fun evening.

Owner Nicole bought the practice seven years ago and is passionate about what she does, and she knows it’s the team at Pet & Vet that make them the destination practice on the North Shore and the most trusted partner in caring for your special member of the family.

Pet & Vet, 31 Shakespeare Road, Milford 09 489 6263 petandvet.net.nz

Open Evening and Launch Party!

Help us celebrate the exciting launch of the new HUNTER European Pet Accessories range.

Plus: Giveaways, prizes, behind the scenes tours, and something special for the kids Date: Thursday 23rd March 2017 Time: 5.30pm – 7.30pm Venue: Pet & Vet 31 Shakespeare Road, Milford RSVP: (09) 489 6263 or reception@petandvet.net.nz

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ORTHODONTICS: SHAKESPEARE ORTHODONTICS, MILFORD

Straight teeth without braces!

For the busy body that wants an invisible option to straighten their teeth, the answer is here‌INVISALIGN! A completely discreet and removable braces alternative has meant beautiful smiles to thousands of Kiwis of all ages over the last 10 years. The availability of this treatment option and its technological advancement have allowed some orthodontic specialists to obtain predictable, safe and excellent treatment results, all with the use of invisible aligners to straighten teeth and correct bite problems.

Invisalign (one of many clear and aesthetic options available) works by using highly accurate computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology to produce a series of aligners that move teeth gently, correcting a large number of bite and teeth alignment problems. Its biggest appeal is that it is removable, comfortable and above all highly invisible!

Invisalign has no age limits, so if this is for a teen that wants a less visible and discreet option, or for an adult, Invisalign can be a non-braces alternative to improve the look of any smile. The importance of appropriate training (as received by a specialist orthodontist) to carry out such treatment is very important, so trust and get in touch with a specialist orthodontist who uses that system.

Dr Mo Al-Dujaili is a locally trained orthodontic specialist and has numerous qualifications and achievements in his field. At his practice on Shakespeare Road, Milford, he has established a quality specialist orthodontic service for adults and children, concentrating on contemporary and modern techniques in creating beautiful smiles. His philosophy is simple – a quality

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service that is affordable, convenient and above all, honest. If you would like to know what is involved in getting your best smile, there is no better time to arrange an appointment. Shakespeare Orthodontics is currently running great promotions with; free orthodontic consultations, discounts on already competitive prices and 24 month interest free payment plans.

Shakespeare Orthodontics, 147 Shakespeare Road, Milford, 09 216 6888, www.mybraces.co.nz

MILFORD BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN

Luisa MacKenzie from Milford baptist Kindergarten discusses early childhood education.

Celebrating the Treaty of Waitangi at Kindy Upon our return from the long summer holidays, the kindy started on a high with Luisa MacKenzie parents and children all excited to return and get going.

The first two weeks were four day weeks. One being Auckland Anniversary Day and the second, Waitangi Day. We decided as a staff to embark on spending some time with the children to think and talk about the Treaty of Waitangi and Biculturalism.

We are fortunate enough to have good resources which we draw on at Milford Baptist Kindergarten. We have an excellent book about the Treaty of Waitangi made just for the kindergarten. In a simple and practical way, through waiata (song), it helped the children learn about the principles of the ‘three Ps’ (Partnership, Participation and Protection).

For two weeks we had exciting conversations and discussions on rules, and about fair play, caring for our toys and playgrounds.

They held very strong views about not leaving rubbish anywhere. Our children were aware of the care required for our environment and one another, learning about respect for others and learning to protect our land. The signing of our own Treaty was fun, where children created rules and then re-enacted the first signing of the Treaty. We had the two parties dressed as appropriately as we could with our kindy costumes.

Kindergarten children are confident and competent learners.

Opportunities such as this allow them to express, at their level, their understanding of right and wrong. Baddies are always locked away in their superhero play by policemen. They are capable of reasoning and can explain why certain things should happen in certain ways.

Developing a knowledge about the two groups of people (Maori and European) at the Treaty ceremony can be difficult as our nation becomes more multicultural. We were proud to hear from the older children as they shared their knowledge about Maori people and Te Reo, which we often use to greet each other, count and dance to at kindy.

The highlight was when we invited our very own parent who is a community constable to come and speak about the Treaty of Waitangi.

Children and staff enjoyed the story which she read in Maori and she made the story come alive. It was meaningful for the children to understand about safety.

Another area we also covered was ensuring we show our respect to others who have come from different countries to live in New Zealand. We hope you also had time to consider and participate in the celebration, to acknowledge the privilege we have in this country.

Milford Baptist Kindergarten, 3 Dodson Avenue, Milford, 09 489 9746, www.kindy.co.nz

Milford Baptist Kindergarten 3 Dodson Ave, Milford.

Taking new enrolments What our families are saying about us: “We love the nurturing and caring environment. I feel it is a safe place where my child has lots of fun and choice of activities” “You prepare our children well for school”

Visitors are always welcome. phone: 489 9746 • website: www.kindy.co.nz

LIFE LESSONS WITH LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

Feel the Magic An update from Life Education Trust by new Chair Christine Meyer-Jones We are back into it at Life Education on the North Shore, full of enthusiasm and excitement for the year ahead. Barry KirkChristine Burnnand is stepping back and taking some Meyer-Jones well-earned time out from the role of Chair and has passed on the responsibility to me. Barry achieved a great deal in his six-year stint and it is my intention, along with the other trustees, to keep up the professional standard he set in progressing the work of Life Education on the Shore.

I have been a trustee for the past six years after being introduced to the programme by a former employer — a major sponsor of the nationwide Life Education programme. Trevor Grice, the NZ founder of Life Education, was introduced to me and his passion and vision for children left me totally inspired.

However my commitment wasn’t immediate, as with all of us who have busy lives, the thought of committee meetings and events was hanging over me as I procrastinated the decision to give up some personal time. Then, as with all commitments that are worthwhile, I saw the light — or more pointedly, I visited one of our mobile learning centres and sat in on a session with Corinne, one of our star teachers. I defy anyone to attend a session with either of our teachers in one of those classrooms and you will be amazed. The content, the environment, the kids’ faces and Harold (our giraffe mascot) are truly captivating. No wonder the kids draw pictures and write stories for days afterwards. The extensive range of programmes is tailored for each age group. Programme strands cover Food and Nutrition, Human Biology, Relationships and Community, Identity and Resilience, and for the older kids, Substances.

The content, the environment, the kids’ faces and Harold (our giraffe mascot) are truly captivating.

All the content of these programmes gets reinforced by our hero Harold. Now as a parent/caregiver/grandparent, have you noticed how much more a child listens to an animal character than they do to you? Harold has been a major part of the magical learning experience at Life Education everywhere. I have been at events with Harold where he has cult status and is hugged by adults.

Which brings me to the point that we have been visiting schools on the North Shore for 25 years. This has been made possible by some very dedicated past and present trustees and some very generous sponsors. If you have any interest in being either a sponsor or a trustee, we would love to hear from you. Come and visit our learning centre if you are not sure and you will feel and see the magic.

Onwards and upwards.

Christine Meyer-Jones, Chair, Life Education Trust North Shore chair@lifeeducationnorthshore.co.nz Visit: www.lifeeducationnorthshore.co.nz Contact us: secretary@lifeeducationnorthshore.co.nz

Life Education Trust will be visiting the following schools in March Milford - Marlborough - Stanley Bay Murrays Bay Intermediate

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THE HEALTHY CHANNEL WITH 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.

Diesel Particulates A Potential Threat To Our Health

John Appleton

As I see it - by John Appleton I was out on one of my ‘power walks' one evening and an older 4WD slowed at one of the speed bumps before powering away and delivering a cloud of diesel smoke that I was unable to avoid despite holding my breath for as long as I could.

Over recent years I have seen this happen more and more and I am very concerned about what it could mean for my own health and that of many New Zealanders who live in urban areas.

Internationally there is a lot being said about diesel particulates from cars trucks and machinery. With lung cancer in New Zealand being our biggest killer in terms of cancer (1,600 deaths annually) we have every reason to be concerned. The very conservative American Cancer Society and the British Cancer Research Society have both come out and said that diesel exhaust fumes have been conclusively linked to lung cancer.

Scientists at the International Agency for research on cancer (part of the World Health Organisation) say that diesel exhaust is a definite carcinogen in the highest possible category. A headline in the British Daily Mail reads “Diesel Exhaust fumes are a major cancer risk and as deadly as asbestos and mustard gas, says World Health Organisation”.

…all particulates from diesel engines are harmful; even the latest so-called “clean” diesels are not necessarily safe because the particles are so small they can bypass the lung’s natural defences.

In New Zealand we have allowed the importation of thousands of cheap second hand diesel vehicles that would not have been allowed on the road if appropriate emissions regulations were in place. No one seems to care and with 30,000 more people adding to Auckland’s population every year the problem will continue to grow. How long will it take before ‘we’ wake up and take action?

Four of the world’s biggest cities - Paris, Madrid, Athens and Mexico City - are to ban diesel vehicles from their centres within the next decade. Tokyo banned ‘dirty’ diesels from its streets in 2000 unless they could meet strict emission standards. How many of these discarded vehicles ended up in New Zealand?

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substances. The soot is made up of microscopic particles known as PAH’s (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) less than one fifth the thickness of a human hair and these can be deposited deep within the lungs where they can mutate the DNA over time.

Dr Saiful Bari, programme director school of engineering University of South Australia, an expert on diesel fuels, is emphatic about the dangers of diesel emissions for the general public. He says “all particulates from diesel engines are harmful; even the latest so-called “clean” diesels are not necessarily safe because the particles are so small they can bypass the lung’s natural defences. Diesel engines have become very popular as they were seen as being ‘greener’ due to their Co2 output being significantly less than that of petrol engines. While this may be so no one seems to have taken into account the cost in terms of our health.

While the news headlines may appear to be alarmist, I recall how many years passed before the dangers of passive smoking were officially recognised. Surely we need to think about the children who are exposed to vehicle emissions as they walk to and from school. How will they cope with very considerable exposure over many years?

As I see it without delay we need to introduce strict emission controls and agree on an age limit for diesel vehicles that can be imported. As to what we can do to protect ourselves we should try to avoid main roads when walking and ensure that the airconditioning in the car is switched to recirculating when driving.

We should ensure that our Vitamin D level is optimal and take Vitamin C in therapeutic doses together with probiotics in order to maintain immune function. Children should be protected as much as possible.

John Appleton, 09 489 9362, www.johnappleton.co.nz, john@johnappleton.co.nz

CAM CALKOEN: BENDING PERCEPTIONS, INSPIRING CHANGE

YES DISABILITY SUPPORT CENTRE: NEWS

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.

To achieve optimum awesomeness...

“There is life how it is and life how we think it should be, the more we cling to the latter the more we struggle.” - Andy Puddicombe.

The other day I was at an event talking with a man for whom I had respect and whom I believed had respect for me. He’d engaged me as a speaker for several events in the past and I was confident he knew me quite well; not just about my life, but how and why I make it awesome and that he knew my cerebral palsy has little if any impact on my quality of life.

We were speaking about travel and in response to one of his statements, I mentioned that whenever I’m in a different country I don’t feel significant attention is paid by others to my Cerebral Palsy (I actually don’t at home either). If I get attention it tends to be for pretty cool and complimentary things.

I was surprised when this man then said to me “people won’t say what they truly think about you because they are too polite”. Maybe he meant this to be complementary in someway, maybe he didn't consider it to be a “bully” like statement, but it hurt and I felt I’d just sustained a verbal mugging and my social confidence taken.

Was my perception of who I was not real? Was I not who I believed I was in the world? For a moment I considered that, but then I remembered my actual reality. In no way was this man's perception right or appropriate, but what he said raised an important truth about what we choose to put out into the world.

American singer/songwriter Cyndi Lauper once sang “show your true colours and that’s why they love you” and I believe full control of our life really is this simple; our true colours are a reflection of what we see, what we do and what we create.

Sure it is hard not to assume, it is hard not to make judgement, people do this a lot, but this assumption, this judgement ultimately becomes a risk of limiting their own perception of themselves. Say the man whose perception was that I get a hard time when I travel has an accident himself and becomes disabled, he may not travel again because of his perception of travellers with a disability getting a hard time. Say the same guy is presented with a challenge in the workplace, he may make an immediate judgement based on the shortterm challenge rather than see the opportunity to develop long-term success from it.

There are people in this world who love to look for reason and logic in things that they’ve never experienced, but there's 7.4 billion (and growing) unique people in our world... to achieve optimum awesomeness let us see the person, don’t presume the life.

Inspirational Speaker

Admiration or Inspiration

By Mackenzie Kench of Yes Disability Resource Centre

The phrase "you are inspiring" always sounds complementary and is meant in a genuine way. However, as disability advocate Stella Young famously implied in her TedTalk, disabled people "don't want to be your inspiration porn." By this, she meant able-bodied people should not be inspired by people with disabilities just going around doing normal everyday activities. If it is not inspiring when somebody without a disability gets out of bed and gets dressed, why is it inspiring when somebody with a disability does the same?

On the other hand, to admire somebody means that you look up to someone or respect them. For most people, disabled or not, there are some days that you just don't want to get out of bed, and there is nothing wrong with respecting somebody's choice to get out of bed everyday and live their lives to the fullest.

Another difference between admiration and inspiration is that inspiration usually encourages you to pursue some sort of action whereas admiration does not necessarily result in action being taken. This is not to say that people with disabilities cannot be inspiring. For example, all Olympians and Paralympians will inspire a kid from the next generation to take up a particular sport.

However, almost everybody else will admit to admiring these athletes for their dedication to their sport and their determination to succeed.

If you admire someone or are inspired by someone, there is nothing wrong in telling them how you feel. Just remember to ask yourself, "Is this person inspiring me to take action, or, do I admire this person for what they have achieved or are achieving?

Over Waitangi Weekend, in Hawke's Bay, three teams and two individuals sailed for 24 hours straight. Some people may admire their audacity and determination while others find them inspiring.

Does your feeling of inspiration or admiration change when you learn that the majority of the sailors live with some form of disability? Photo Credit: Simon Cartwright Photography. www.yesdisability.org.nz

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

Contact Cam 02111 26 598

www.camcalkoen.com

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ARTS NEWS: LAKE HOUSE ARTS

Isle of Life, Paul Woodruffe.

Red Cat, Paul Woodruffe.

Inaugural North Shore Notable’s Exhibition Featuring Paul Woodruffe, the exhibition opens in the Becroft Gallery Saturday 4 March 12:30pm and runs Wednesday 1 March - Sunday 26 March Many notable NZ artists have either grown up, lived on or produced art about, the North Shore of Auckland. The North Shore Notable’s series of exhibitions aims to profile these artists with solo exhibitions of their work and associated artist talks or events.

Art translates the language of nature into the language of man.

“The paintings here, as all my work in oil and pencil, are influenced by the landscapes of my youth, and the characters that inhabited these landscapes. I grew up in Campbells Bay, and our house backed onto Centennial Park, 80 acres of parkland, the beach was at the end of the street. These places gave me a profound love of the natural world, and a fascination with the sometimes surreal combinations of wildness and cultivation (in both people and place).

I am essentially as a painter, a storyteller. My work uses paint as a means to create the genesis of a narrative, they are ideas for films, or books that will never be made or written. They will never have a beginning or an end." Paul Woodruffe, February 2017.

Paul Woodruffe has a Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture from Unitec Institute of Technology, where he is now a Senior Lecturer in the Creative Industries Network. Paul has paintings in a number of high profile collections including Auckland Council and

My work uses paint as a means to create the genesis of a narrative, they are ideas for films, or books that will never be made or written. the Wallace Arts Trust. He has had work commissioned by the E.U. funded Culburb Project in Vienna, the Alliance Francaise and high profile individual collectors both here and overseas.

Paul has exhibited regularly since 1980 and has had work in selected group shows in NZ. His current interests alongside painting and small scale sculpture, is using creativity to work with at-risk youth. For this, he has partnered with fellow Unitec lecturer and street artist Bobby Hung (Berst) to work with the Kakano Youth Arts Collective based in Corban Estate Arts Centre in Henderson.

Lake House Arts is easy access, straight off the motorway at Esmonde Rd onto Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna.

Open seven days. www.lakehousearts.org.nz.

Wood Craft Festival @ Lake House Arts Call out for artists - closes March 31

Live carving, ecology, sculpture, art, schools programme and more!

For more information on how to apply go to www.lakehousearts.org.nz or email programmes@lakehousearts.org.nz

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ARTS NEWS: NORTHART

Assembly: Jemma Ennis ‘Morning & Son, Tamaki Drive’ 600 x 600 framed Acrylic Flashe on Photographic paper

White Night: Carole Prentice ‘In the Courtroom’ after Honore Daumier’ pencil and charcoal on paper, 2017

Assembly: Suzanne Laidlaw Before Midnight diptych 510mm x 830mm Oil and Acrylic on canvas

Warwick Brown, Eye Spy and White Night March highlights at Northart Family Reunion: Selected works from the Warwick and Kitty Brown collection’ continues in the gallery until 12 March.

It has been immensely popular, and deservedly so. It is an extraordinary exhibition, filled as it is with significant works by some of New Zealand’s best-known artists from the latter part of the 20th century: Colin McCahon, Tony Fomison, Phil Clairmont, Robert Ellis, Sir Tosswill Wollaston, Ian Scott and Richard Killeen. A veritable “who’s who” of New Zealand painting from the late 1960s through until the mid-1980s - as well as less known artists and some emerging artists.

The 32 works in the show were selected from the 300 strong collection that Warwick and his late wife Kitty put together, starting in the late 1960s. Following the Northart viewing, the collection is to be put to auction. Warwick will give, what is guaranteed to be, a highly entertaining talk about individual works in the show, as well as some of his experiences in putting the collection together, on Sunday 5 March at 2pm. Do come along, admission is free.

Later in March, ‘Eye Spy’, will be installed in the gallery window spaces and presents an opportunity to see the world through the eyes of young photographers in this Auckland Arts Festival photography project. It will be viewable from 8 March until 24 March, when it will make way for Northart’s annual lead-up-to-

Easter installation on the XIV Stations of the Cross: fourteen artists each creating an artwork around one Station.

On Saturday 18 March Northart joins in an annual Auckland-wide celebration of the arts, White Night. This is also an Auckland Arts Festival sponsored event. This time around Northart joins North Shore’s only tertiary art college, Hungry Creek Art and Craft School, in presenting ‘White Works | White Night’, an exhibition of painting, photography, collage, ceramics, textile art, object art and jewellery by senior artists studying at Hungry Creek as well as invited artists from Northart’s membership. It will be a very diverse and exciting show, with works interpreting the theme of White Night. Also opening that same evening is ‘Assembly’ an exhibition of painting and by a group of twelve artists who have all attended courses at the Browne School of Art. It too promises to be a lively and stimulating show.

So join in Northart’s White Night celebrations – they start at 6pm and continue until 10pm. The Birkenhead College Jazz group will entertain in the early part of the evening.

Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote Shopping Centre 09 480 9633, 022 102 2422, northart.co.nz www.facebook.com/northartgallery

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Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 northart@ihug.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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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Kristin IB scholars were among New Zealand IB scholars recognised at a ceremony at Government House.

Outstanding Academic Achievements A Kristin education is about more than academic achievement, but the school took time out at the start of the year to celebrate some tremendous achievements in 2016 examinations.

In NCEA, Kristin students had a 98.4% pass rate at Level 1 (95% 2015) and a 100% Pass Rate at Level 2 (93% 2015). Students had an overall Pass Rate of 97% at Levels 1, 2 and 3 with 80% of Level 1 and 2 certificates awarded with Merit or Excellence In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme one Kristin student scored a perfect score of 45 points while three scored 44 points. In total 23% of Kristin IB students were awarded 40+ (compared with 7% of students worldwide scoring at this level.)

The student who scored the perfect 45 points was Tina Zhang.

She was the only student in New Zealand to achieve this in the November examination session and this put her in the top 0.3% of IB students in the world.

Tina studied the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 2015-16. In her IB programme, she studied English Literature, Physics, Computer Science and Mathematics at Higher Level, Mandarin and Psychology at Standard Level as well as completing the theory of Knowledge course and a 4000-word extended essay.

In addition, she achieved success in seven scholarship examinations in 2016, several in subjects she was not studying at school. Scholarships were in Calculus, Classical Studies, Earth and Space Science and Four Outstanding Scholarships (Physics, Ag & Hort, Media Studies, Geography). She was the Top Scholar in NZ in Agricultural and Horticultural Science and a Premier Award

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winner (one of only 10 in Tina Zhang NZ in 2016 awarded for overall best scholarship achievement). She also achieved three scholarships in 2015 as a Year 12 student, including two Top Subject Scholar awards.

What makes these achievements all the more remarkable is that Tina was studying IB rather than NCEA. To achieve this level of success in two distinct qualifications is exceptional.

She was recognised as a Top NZ IB Scholar at a ceremony at Government House, Auckland and will be similarly honoured at the NZQA Top Scholar Awards later in the year.

Tina attended Kristin school for 13 years, started in year 1 in 2004 and graduated from Year 13 at the end of last year. During her school, career she was a member of the school orchestra, badminton team, Publications Committee and Physics Club and a Future Problem Solving NZ representative.

She has been offered a place to read physics at the University of Oxford but is keen to consider offers from US universities before making her decision.

EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Swim Championships The National Acquatic Centre resounded to the hubbub of Kristin School Chants as years 4-13 students enjoyed the school annual swimming championships recently.

There was great participation in both the main pool and the fun pool, with top swimmers in action over the longer distances. There was some intense competition in both the class and house relay events which concluded a fantastic day for all.

Water Polo Stiff Competition The Kristin A Premier Girls and Senior Boys’ Water Polo teams competed strongly in the Super 7 pre-season tournament in Auckland. The girl’s team showed a promising start to the season and finished in 3rd place overall after winning an exciting game against Carmel College with a score of 7-4. Well done to the girls and good luck for the qualifying games coming up soon.

The Senior Boys team played against some very strong teams in the boy’s premier competition. They had a great win against Saint Kentigern College with a score of 7-4. The competition provided the team with some excellent experience playing against the premier level teams, especially for the younger team members. The boys displayed perseverance and determination throughout the entire games and show promise as a developing team.

Dogged research leads to website While a public debate was raging recently over dog rights on North Shore beaches, two Kristin School students were quietly working on answering a question on many dogowners minds: “Where can I walk my dog?”

Kristin School students Aden Fisher and Olivia Milsom have been working for more than six months on creating a website that outlines dog-friendly walks on the North Shore, and also offers advice for dog owners on how to be good owners, events and even where to eat while they are on their walks.

The idea came about while Aden and Olivia were brainstorming ideas for a community project for their studies. After working with website developer, the site mydogjourney.nz was developed. It currently shows 9 walks for dogs, as well as suggestions for dog-friendly cafes, vets and groomers.

The two students are hoping to continue to develop and grow the site, as well as establish a mobile-friendly

Aden and Olivia with Maggie, the Kristin School Mascot.

version.

This further development will be part of their development of an entry for an International Future Problem Solving competition in Wisconsin in June, after the

initial site won them their age category in the Community Problem Solving division of Future Problem Solving New Zealand.

Visit mydogjourney.nz to view or suggest dog-friendly walks.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE GIRLS

Westlake Girls Prefects 2017.

Empowering our Prefects Following the introduction of the House system in 2013, our prefect body plays an increasingly important role within Westlake Girls High School. Over 70 prefects have key responsibilities within the five Houses across academic, arts, sports, service and international areas, and also overseeing the junior school. Over the summer break, Head Prefect Sydney Clough and Deputy Head Prefect Zoe Noble spent four days at Bond University in Australia on a Student Leadership Conference to help equip them for the demands of their roles.

Sydney is conscious of the responsibilities of being Head Prefect, a position she put at the very top of her future goal list in her first year at Westlake Girls. A top level volleyball player who lives life to the full, Sydney is known for her motivational speeches and believes fervently in the power of women, encouraging everyone to follow their passions, dream big and use their setbacks and failures to develop resilience.

Zoe is a talented musician and a true all-rounder with an infectious enthusiasm for school life. She hopes younger students will follow her lead in getting involved in anything and everything.

Acknowledging the conference as truly empowering, the girls found the workshops, inspirational guest speakers and team building

Head Prefect Sydney Clough and Deputy Head Prefect Zoe Noble.

exercises helped cement existing leadership skills. They have returned with increased confidence and energy to embrace new challenges and add their own signature to the Westlake family tree.

Under 16 Champion Heads to Junior Federation Cup Congratulations to Elys Ventura who won the 2017 Under 16 Tennis National Championships which took place earlier this year. Elys, who was seeded 8th, won her first and second rounds comfortably, facing her toughest competition in the quarter finals when she came up against the No. 2 seed. This match was the hardest and closest of all with set scores of 6-7, 6-4, 7-5. After eliminating the third seed in the semifinal, Elys went on to beat the fifth seed to become the New Zealand Under 16 Champion.

Elys recently played in the AGL Loy Yang Traralgon Junior International, a lead-in for the Australian Junior Open Grand Slam in Melbourne. This promising young tennis player has also been selected as part of the New Zealand team to compete at the Junior Federation Cup which takes place in New Delhi, India later this month.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE GIRLS

Promising Athletes Awarded Nick Willis Scholarships Two talented young athletes, Kaia Tupu-South and Sofia Lome, were awarded Nick Willis Scholarships at the annual North Island Colgate Games. A total of eight scholarships were awarded to athletes from around the country for their outstanding performance, dedication and sportsmanship at the Colgate Games. Both athletes belong to Takapuna Athletics Club and they receive a $500 donation to go towards sports gear, coaching and other resources. Willis is himself a past participant at the Colgate Games and acknowledges how tough this competition is.

Sofia won gold medals in the Grade 14 100 metre, 200 metre and long jump events and is one of the leading sprinting and long jump athletes in the country. Coach Warwick Fenton acknowledges Sofia’s exceptional talent and commitment to training, and he believes she has “international potential.”

Kaia, who is coached by Walter Gill, father of Olympian Jacko Gill, is another athlete who consistently raises the bar.

Winning gold medals at the Colgate Games for Grade 14 shot put and discus and silver for high jump, Kaia dominated her peers in the throwing events, winning the shot put by nearly 2m and the discus by more than 5m. A driven and focused athlete whose preferred event is the heptathlon, Kaia is also one to watch in the future.

Kaia Tupu-South and Sofia Lome

New Māori Head of Department We welcome back Matua Eddie Hudson who returns to Westlake Girls as Head of the Māori department. Eddie brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience, and he wants to incorporate more traditional Māori protocols and cultural events into student life. The first day of term for our new staff and students began with an uplifting whakatau, a Māori greeting led

by Head Prefect Sydney Clough.

Matua Eddie Hudson Eddie is excited to be back at Westlake and he is looking forward to “empowering our girls and helping them feel proud of their place in the modern world.” A key focus will be to build on the growing success of our Māori mentoring programme which yielded excellent NCEA results in 2016.

Westlake Girls and Boys performing kapa haka at Polyfest.

He is keen to build the profile of our kapa haka groups, acknowledging their unique role for all cultures and nationalities.

He will also be working hand in hand with our flourishing student committee Ngā Rangatira o Apōpō (Leaders of Tomorrow), who organise events throughout the year both within the school and in the wider community. He is keen to build the profile of our kapa haka groups, acknowledging their unique role for all cultures and nationalities. Last year the combined Westlake Girls and Westlake Boys kapa haka group produced a spirited and highly polished performance at the Māori and Pasifika cultural festival, Polyfest, gaining placings in several categories.

He will no doubt add his own special flavour to the Māori

Whakatau for new students and staff.

department and quotes one of his favourite whakatauki: “Ko te manu e kai ana i te miro, noona te ngahere. Ko te manu e kai ana i te maatauranga, noona te ao.” (The bird that partakes of the miro berry reigns in the forest. The bird that partakes of the power of knowledge has access to the world.)

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Westlake Boys High School Academic Achievement Westlake Boys’ annual Scholars Assembly was an opportunity for students, staff and parents to celebrate the academic achievements of our students for 2016. It was another year of remarkable results for the school, with 42 students collecting a haul of 150 Scholarships, of which 27 were Outstanding Scholarships. Scholarships are awarded to only the top 3% of students entered for a particular subject and Outstanding Scholarships to the top 0.3%, so to receive these is a truly exceptional achievement. These results placed Westlake Boys as equal third highest school in New Zealand for Scholarships and second highest for Outstanding Scholarships.

Dux for 2016 is Greg Vukets, who received three Outstanding Scholarships, in English, Geography and Physical Education, and Scholarships in Statistics, Economics and Media Studies, in addition to an A* and two A grades at A Level. Greg was Sports Captain in 2016, captaining the Premier Volleyball and Basketball teams and excelling in Beach Volleyball. He plans to study Business and Psychology at university in Canada or the United States.

Proxime Accessit for 2016 is Yoon Ho Song, who attained an Outstanding Scholarship in Chemistry and Scholarships in Calculus, Physics, English, Statistics and Biology in addition to four A* grades at A Level. Yoon Ho is an accomplished musician who played and sang in a number of Westlake Premier ensembles and he was a Peer Tutor. He plans to study Biomed at Auckland University and hopes to become a doctor.

In addition to Greg and Yoon Ho, six other Westlake Boys students received Outstanding Scholar Awards, putting them in the top 60 students in the country, having gained five or more Scholarships or two or more Outstanding Scholarships: Solomon Niu, John Jiang, George Wang, Antoine Ellis, Rafi Baboe and Hwan Yoo. This earns them $5,000 per year towards their university education. Hwan was the top subject scholar in New Zealand in Calculus. Jack Ma received an astonishing eight Scholarships, narrowly missing out on an Outstanding Scholarship.

WBHS Dux for 2016, Greg Vukets, with his proud parents.

In addition to Greg and Yoon Ho, six other Westlake Boys students received Outstanding Scholar Awards, putting them in the top 60 students in the country…

There were noteworthy performances by many other students across Years 11 to 13. Joseph Scopas received 102 Excellence credits at NCEA Level 1, breaking the school record. Bill Song and Stefan Ivanov gained Scholarships as Year 11 students, competing with others one and two years ahead of them. Reuben Fitzgerald received Excellence endorsement in five subjects at Level 2 and in Calculus at Level 3, while in Year 12. An astonishing 12 Year 12 students were awarded one or more Scholarships, including Ricky Lai, Jonathan Wang and Sean Yang, who received Outstanding Scholarships a year early! Winston Yao received six A* and A grades and three Scholarships and Joshua Chin received five A* and A grades and four Scholarships.

There was an increase in the number of students achieving Excellence endorsements at all NCEA levels. In addition to all these accolades, the school is also very pleased to maintain the exceptionally high percentages of students passing their NCEA and CIE exams at each level. Over 80% of our students achieved University Entrance and many are heading to some of the world’s best universities, including in the USA, Australia and Europe.

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Yoon Ho Song, WBHS Proxime Accessit for 2016.

A number of 2016 Leavers returned to school to receive their academic awards.

EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Sitting on top of the world!

In addition to the Scholarship exams, a number of our students received special accolades in the Cambridge International Examinations and were congratulated along with New Zealand’s best-performing students of 2016 at the CIE annual awards dinner, held at Eden Park. Westlake Boys students received three Top in the World and nine Top in New Zealand awards.

The students, their families and the teachers that taught them enjoyed this celebration of academic success at the highest level.

Ford Gooch William Fenton Caleb Barr Jack Ma Aidan Search Hwan Yoo Ford Gooch Jun Hong Lim

Langseok Lee

Top in the World Top in the World Top in the World Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand

A Level AS Level IGCSE A Level A Level A Level AS Level AS Level IGCSE AS Level

Headmaster David Ferguson with Westlake old boy and Archway designer, Jeff Thomson at the Westlake Archway dawn blessing ceremony.

Applied ICT Applied ICT Phys Ed Business Geography Mathematics Economics German German Mathematics

Westlake Boys highest-achieving CIE students with Deputy Headmaster, Mr Tom Gordon at the Cambridge International Examinations Annual Awards Dinner

Kazuhito Saito Stefan Ivanov

Top in New Zealand Top in New Zealand

IGCSE IGCSE

Chinese Biology

2017 Year 9 students observe the words engrained in the Westlake Archway during the ceremony held on the first day of their secondary schooling journey

Westlake Archway symbolises important journey A Westlake Foundation project, the recently installed Westlake Archway, its meaning and the members of the Westlake community who have been involved with the project, are the subject of an article featured in this issue of Channel Magazine.

The brainchild of current WBHS Head of Art Mark Masterton and former Head of Art Dugald Page, the imposing waharoa (entranceway) sculpture was designed by 1970’s Westlake old boy Jeff Thomson and fully funded by old boys, school families and Westlake community groups – each of whom contributed to the 86 “Westlake Words” engrained on the steel surface facing the school. The sculpture was installed in mid-December and the official Dawn Blessing was performed by Kaumatua John Marsden in early February with the inaugural student ceremonies taking place in the days following.

The Westlake Archway symbolises an entranceway to Westlake

Boys as a place of learning and development, important in the lives of all boys who pass under its 4.6m, 2.5 tonne form as they commence their personal journeys from boyhood to manhood. Students will pass under the Archway only twice during their secondary schooling years – once on the day they enter Westlake Boys, and not again until their graduation day several years later. In the interim, the space under the Archway remains tapu (sacred).

Over the course of the next many years and beyond, the Westlake Archway and its associated ceremonies will become a meaningful tradition associated with a student’s Westlake experience and, in 45 years’ time, when our school celebrates its centenary, students who have participated in the inaugural 2017 Archway ceremonies will recall that they were amongst the first students to celebrate this meaningful tradition.

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EDUCATION: LONG BAY COLLEGE

Traditional welcome begins the school year Over 300 new students and almost 20 new teachers were welcomed in a special Powhiri at Long Bay College on their first day at the school this year.

The Long Bay College Kapa Haka group greeted the students before Deputy Head Boy, Jono Hohaia, and Principal Russell Brooke welcomed the students to the Long Bay College

community. A haka was then performed by the 2017 Prefect Leadership Team.

Most of the new students were Year 9, but there were also some from other years. The school has experienced strong enrolment numbers this year with the total school roll now sitting at almost 1700, including 170 International students.

Prefect Camp 2017‌ Mud, mud and more mud!

The Long Bay College Prefect Leadership Team for 2017 headed to Motatapu Outdoor Education Camp earlier this year. With beautiful sunshine and scenery, they were in for a treat!

Ignoring the many bruises and achy tired bodies, the 50 Year 13 students endured challenging tasks that helped them cement their portfolios into dynamic and well-rounded teams. Some of the incredible yet testing activities included team building puzzles and obstacle courses, stand up paddle boarding and

rowing in a waka ama. The prefects also perfected a traditional Maori haka which was performed at the welcoming powhiri at the start of the school year.

It was great to see the 2017 Prefect Leadership team tackling every challenge that approached them with a huge smile from ear to ear and kicking off the year in the best way possible.

Sporting success Congratulations to Kayla Allison-Carnie on winning the New Zealand Under 15 Beach Volleyball Championship gold medal recently at the National Age Group Competition. The Year 10 Long Bay College student and her partner went unbeaten in their 7 matches.

Well done also to Brittany Allison-Carnie who came 5th in the U19s, Yana Sorenson coming 17th in the Girls U17s and in the Under 19s Boys competition, James Watson and Isaac Shea came 15th and Jordan Laumatia-Drabble and Vaughn Highman 16th.

Year 12 student Brianna Orams has also had great success in the Taranaki SUP Classic 2017 at the world class Waitara bar break. Brianna placed 1st Woman in the Distance Race, 2nd Woman Technical Race and 3rd Woman Surfing Competition.

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EDUCATION: PINEHURST SCHOOL

Pinehurst is a premier, coeducational independent school based in Albany on Auckland’s North Shore.

Talia Finlayson, Isobel Gibbs, Zain Bhally, Amber Holdaway, Joe Cheong

Fantastic Results Pinehurst Schools academic results for November 2016 were very pleasing.

Our Primary Checkpoint results are all above the Cambridge world average in Maths, English and Science.

The top score that a student can receive is a 6.0 and the lowest score is 0.0. One student, Breanna Lee, managed to score an outstanding 6.0 in each subject, which is a fantastic achievement! Well done Breanna!

Our Year 9 Checkpoint results are all above the world average in Maths, English and Science.

These examinations are a good predictor of future performance.

At Year 11, our IGCSE (Cambridge General Certificate of Secondary Education) results are outstanding overall, with 37.7% of the 704 papers sat receiving A* or A. Huge congratulations to Daria Perevoztchikova who scored an amazing ten A*'s.

Year 12 Advanced Subsidiary is much more difficult than IGCSE, however our overall results are commendable. Year 13 A levels were most successful with 98% pass rate across all papers.

We warmly congratulate the five students below who received six firsts in New Zealand. High Achievement Awards are Firsts in New Zealand. We are very proud of them.

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With an emphasis on individual attention and a total school roll of only 850, Pinehurst School ensures students are exposed to a wide range of opportunities. With passionate teachers, a nurturing learning environment and a world-class Cambridge curriculum – your child is set to leave Pinehurst as a confident, well-equipped adult.

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A global leader in Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), Pinehurst offers an EXTENSIVE ACADEMIC, SPORTS AND ARTS CURRICULUM, taught by experienced teachers who are focused on achievement and results. We are proud to have achieved Top in the World and in New Zealand in a range of Cambridge subjects, including Design & Technology, Information Technology, Geography, Art & Design, Spanish, Physical Education and Environmental Management.

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These students, their parents, staff and attended the formal Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Awards ceremony on 15 February at Eden Park. It was a wonderful occasion, celebrating their academic success.

P RI M ARY TO SEN I O R CO L L EG E

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EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Top Scholars Following their success at Senior Prize Giving both our Dux and Proxime Accessit headed an illustrious list of scholarship winners for 2016.

Our Dux 2016, Max Griffiths gained four scholarships. One in Chemistry and three at Outstanding in Physics, Statistics and Calculus. Max had an impressive school record going into these examinations. In 2015, as a Year 12 student, he gained a National Scholarship in Physics and, alongside his studies in 2016, he undertook a full year course at Canterbury University in Mathematics, gaining an A+.

He also had a huge involvement in the co-curricular programme of the school and outside it. He was a member of the Senior Concert Band and the TGS Jazz Band, as well as being involved in the Final Curtain Musical and as crew in the Stage Challenge.

As a Prefect, he was one of the leaders in the Peer Support Programme. He was also involved in the sport of Orienteering, where he made the NZSS Orienteering team to compete in Australia, after winning the Senior Boys’ Sprint title.

Proxime Accessit, Simon Goodwin, gained Scholarship in five subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, Accounting, and an

Outstanding in Calculus. This capped an exciting year in which Simon also found the time to involve himself in a range of cocurricular activities. He attended the Auckland Maths Olympiad, and the New Zealand Maths Olympiad and also attended the model United Nations Assembly as a member of the team from Zambia.

Two of the school’s Summa Cum laude also did exceptionally well: Toby Wakelin gained four scholarships in Biology, Physics, Statistics, and Calculus and Juntian (Alan) Gu gained 36 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma, as well as two Scholarships in Physics and Calculus.

Other students to gain two scholarships were: Thomas Block (History of Art and Graphics Design), Yuka Isozaki (Physics and Calculus), Bijoux Nortje (English and Drama), Taekwan Li (Biology and History), and Chanwoo Yang (Physics and Calculus).

A number of Year 12 students also excelled: Katherine Jacobs (English and Spanish), Hyun Jeong Lee ((Chemistry and Calculus), Emilly Fan (Media Studies and Geography) Ao Ke Jiang (Calculus), and Harvey Merton (Physics).

The grand total of 50, including five at Outstanding, is a testament to the diligence and intelligence of our students.

Max Griffiths Dux with parents

Simon Goodwin with Mary Nixon.

Student leaders Announced at Senior Prize Giving late in 2016, the 2017 prefects are beginning to get into their roles.

Head Boy is Harvey Merton, Head Girl Ella Pearson, Deputy Head Boy is Jarrah Swift and Head Students 2017 Deputy Head Girl, Saffie Doughty. Their official duties began in mid-February where they were integral to the Year 9 “New Parents” evening held in the Sports Hall. These four outstanding young people head a great team for 2017.

The girls are: Cheyenne Abraham, Katherine Aitken, Maia Baillie, Vicki Bridle, Madison Coughlan, Zoe Drake, Emilly Fan, Julia Giurgiu, Jungha Lee, Iris Leng, Sophia Lord, Grace O’Brien, Lucy O’Keefe, Saskia Vosper, Jenna Williams, Alice Wu, and Serena Young.

The boys are: Jack Breen, Dougal Burden, Keeanu Cookson, Harry Cronshaw, Callum Easterbrook, Oscar Elworthy, Sean Green, Josh Harris, Thomas Hitman, Bradley Howell, Daniel Howie, Gabriel Jones, Billy Lupton, Brett O’Neill, David Rereiti, Drew Perkins, Joe Seufatu, Luis Thomsen, and Michael Worsfold.

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Katie and Brianna.

Nelly Farmiloe

Jack and Evan.

Head of Harbour Regatta As chief organisers this year, Takapuna Grammar School Rowing Club ran a wonderful day at Lake Pupuke. With huge support from current and former rowers and parents, the Club, along with College Sport, managed nearly 900 rowers and a large crowd, to ensure there was great competition on the water.

Our rowers also came away with four medals: Gold for Nelly Farmiloe in the Girls’ U16 Single sculls, Silver to Jack Featherstone and Evan Williams in the Boys’ U16, Double sculls, Silver to Katie Halliday and Brianna Davey in the Girls U17 Double sculls and Silver to Evan Williams in the Boys’ U16 Single sculls.

EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Prefects, New Uniforms & Results from Rosmini Rosmini College has received 27 scholarships in a record total of 14 different subjects, with four in English, three in Geography, three in Calculus, three in Earth Science and three in Technology.

Last year’s School Dux, Zheng Tan, received four Scholarships.

Sean Reeves also received four Scholarships including an Outstanding Scholarship in English. Rosmini’s current Head Boy, Joachim Tan, received three Scholarships. Fellow Year 12 students who also received Scholarships were Thomas Clarkson (two), George Wilson (two), Ronald Segismar, Vince Say, Thomas Delamore and John Yap. The final eight scholarships were received by Erik Rajwer, Rei Antonio, Jacob Snellaert, Johnathon O’Sullivan-Scott, Liam Wick, Ryan Orense, Tomas Kelly and Jacob Ridling. 97% of Rosmini students received NCEA Level 1 in 2016, with 65% achieving a Merit or higher. 95% percent of students received Level 2, with 65%

achieving a Merit or higher. 96% percent of students received NCEA Level 3, with 52% achieving a Merit or higher.

Rosmini received its highest ever percentages of Excellences in Levels 2 and 3 and the percentage of endorsements in Level 2 Maori and Level 3 Pasifika were the highest ever. The top scholars in Level 3 were Zheng Tan, Kim Magtibay and Reinhart Bate. In Year 11 the following students gained over 100 Excellence credits – Luke Sluyter, Brad Winter, Scott Maloney, Josh Abenes, George Timings, Hank Trenton, Ryan Gallie and Michael Slessor-White.

In Year 12 the following students gained over 100 Excellence credits – Joachim Tan, Tom Clarkson, Jack Kelleher, George Wilson, Frank Gore, Vince Say, Ryley Bagosi-Cave, Tamarau McGahan, Chris MacDonald and Tom Delamore. The boys in Years 11 and 12 who gained Excellence endorsements, over 100 Excellence credits and Scholarships were rewarded with badges and special ties at an Academic Assembly held on Friday, 17th February.

2016 Prefects The Rosmini College Head Boys for 2017 are Year 13 students Tamarau McGahan, 17, of Beachhaven and Joachim Tan, 17, of Silverdale. Tamarau is a New Zealand born Maori/ Pacific Islander. He plays for the Rosmini 1st XV and he was a member of the Blues U17 squad. Tamarau is also a proud member of the Premier Waka Ama team. He hopes to “strengthen the culture and the Brotherhood we have at Rosmini.”

Joachim was born in Singapore but his family moved to New Zealand in 2007. Joachim plays for the Rosmini 1st XI Hockey team. He is interested in music and he enjoys playing the piano.

Joachim wants to leave school with “the best results possible for Level 3” along with “further strengthening the amazing culture at Rosmini.”

The Deputy Head Boys are Taimana Iversen, 17, of Greenhithe and David Meki, 17, of Sunnynook. Taimana plays for Rosmini’s 1st XI Soccer and Hockey teams. He also plays representative Hockey for North Harbour, Tamaki Makaura and the New Zealand Maori team. Taimana hopes to gain NCEA Level 3 with Excellence and study Law next year. He wants to be “actively involved in the school’s Brotherhood” and “to help the school academically and in sport and community based activities.” David is a New Zealand-born Samoan. He plays for the school’s 1st XV and he was a member of the Blues U17 squad. David is also a U18 North Harbour Representative. He wants to “be a great leader” and “set a pathway for the younger Polynesian students at Rosmini.” As it will be David’s last year “playing in the red and blue stripes” he says “winning the North Harbour 1st XV 1A title” would be a good way to end the year.

The Sports Captains are Callum Dempster, 17, of Castor Bay and Ryley Bagosi-Cave, 17, of Greenhithe. Callum was born in England. He is the captain of the 1st XI Hockey team and he is a member of New Zealand’s U19 team. Callum is also member of the New Zealand Maori team. He hopes to “make the most of my last year in the uniform and do the best I can to lead the school.”

Ryley has Hungarian ancestry. He plays for the 1st XV and the 1st XI Hockey team. Ryley hopes to “leave a mark on Rosmini College, achieve NCEA Level 3 with Excellence and win the Rankin Cup for Hockey!”

Finn Barry, Ryley Bagosi-Cave, Taimana Iversen, Tamarau McGahan, Headmaster, Mr Nixon Cooper, Joachim Tan, David Meki and Callum Dempster

The Catholic Character Leader is Finn Barry (17) of Milford.

He is interested in spear fishing and surfing. Finn is “hoping that the Year 13s will have a strong academic year” and that the Year 13s will “continue to enjoy each other company” as “the Rosmini Brotherhood never dies!”

The Rosmini College Prefects for 2017 are: Thomas Clarkson, Thomas Delamore, Daniel Eastwood, Zakk Finlay, Ben Forsyth-Jones, Frank Gore, Kiharoa Iversen, Flynn Jones, Jack Kelleher, Thomas Mooney, Seamus O’Reilly, Matthew Sokol, Sebastian Stewart, Sekuini Tanimo, Luke Turner, George Wilson and John Yap.

The New Rosmini School Uniform.

New Rosmini College Uniform Rosmini College has begun 2017 with a new school uniform for Rosmini College Year 7s, which will be gradually introduced to Years 8 – 11 as well.

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Much done, much to do

Richard Hills

Kia ora. It’s been a busy and exciting start to my first term at Auckland Council. I’ve connected with some fantastic people in our community and have a challenging council workload ahead.

Summer seems like a distant memory. And although the weather hasn’t been great, Waitangi weekend was thankfully perfect.

I enjoyed the day at Orakei Marae for the Prime Ministers breakfast and the Waitangi Festival in Okahu Bay to share in the celebrations with thousands of Aucklanders!

Richard Hills with Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore and some of his fellow Councillors

Public transport remains a key priority for me and I’m happy to see the new Glenfield and Birkenhead double decker bus routes launch in time for March Madness. My bus is always quick, but often crowded and leaving people behind, this is a good step forward to increase capacity without taking up more road space, thank to Auckland Transport for working with us on this. There is still more to do though, including easing Lake Road congestion which Cr Darby and I have been asking for proposals to address, along with our advocacy for Shore Rail.

I encourage you all to get involved with the following this month: Annual Budget Engagement: 27 February – 27 March Auckland Council has just kicked off a four week consultation period on the Annual Budget and is looking for your feedback on rates, social issues and local priorities. I really encourage everyone to get involved – especially our youth. This is your chance to have your say to ensure service levels remain high and we protect and upgrade our parks, facilities, and libraries. We’re hosting events at Takapuna and Glenfield libraries and the Takapuna Leisure Centre so you can give your feedback in person. You can also have your say online at shapeauckland.co.nz.

Auckland Arts Festival: 8 – 26 March We’ve had some brilliant regional events this summer – a successful Lantern Festival, a colourful and well-attended Pride Festival. Now I’m really looking forward to checking out a number of events at the Arts Festival. Make sure you keep Saturday 18 March free for White Night. It’s a unique opportunity to see Auckland come to life with a diverse range of arts activities in our local neighbourhoods. Check out aucklandartsfestival.co.nz for details.

Always feel free to contact me or stop me and say ‘hi’ if you see me out and about.

Richard.hills@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Twitter @richardhills777

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We believe that insurance should be treated as an asset of the insured. It overrides the whole financial stability of every individual who has liabilities. It also should be seen as a responsibility of everyone to have some cover in place to protect the financial future of themselves and/or their dependants.

Our insurance plans are individually developed for each prospective insured, are clearly explained and are based on cost-effective solutions.

We offer the right advice in our Life Protection Insurance Plans for individuals and businesses which will provide our clients with the right cover at the right time.

Maat can access the cover options offered by various insurance companies for prospective clients to consider. Our focus includes all types of personal insurance, viz Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection, Disability, Mortgage/Rent Protection and Medical Cover.

At Maat, we establish personal and professional relationships with our clients which enables us to offer on-going advice when the financial circumstances of the insured changes, or in the unfortunate event when a claim on the policy is required.

What our clients say: "I was apprehensive when contacted about a meeting with a financial advisor however when Paul arrived, I was pleasantly surprised to meet an open, caring and knowledgeable person.

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Follow up was timely, communication was consistent and the outcome was ten times better than expected.

On deciding to look into the many options of life insurance, Paul from MAAT made the process an easy and enjoyable process.

He took all the hard work and worry away and presented me with different options for my consideration.

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY WITH DAVID VERRAN

The well-travelled Mr Stark Part Two

Construction work on the gun batteries at Stark's Point started in late December 1885 and Stark settled for a final offer of 17,000 Pounds from the Government. At one stage he had been asking for 20,000 Pounds while his friend and business partner Ewen Alison, and his brother Alexander Alison, had recommended a Property Tax value of 16,600 Pounds.

In early 1886 Stark was again talked of as a potential parliamentary candidate but from late February 1886 newspaper gossip started to circulate concerning how much he had been paid for the property on the Point. At the time, Stark was in Melbourne and upon his return he and his wife soon after departed for San Francisco, on 30 March 1886. He was still reappointed as a director of the Devonport Steam Ferry Company in April 1886 and continued to be so until 1894. He retained shares in the Devonport Steam Ferry Company until 1899.

Nevertheless, having been promoted by opposition politicians in response to questions at public meetings, and some newspaper reporting, all the relevant public documents concerning the purchase of his property were presented to Parliamentary scrutiny on 2 June 1886. However, this wasn't satisfactory to some and there was then an investigation by Parliament's Public Accounts Committee, which reported back on 30 July 1886.

Ultimately, there was a Royal Commission of Inquiry which reported on 1 November 1886 as follows: We consider that the price paid for the land was in excess of its value, but are of opinion that there was no irregularity in the mode of conducting or completing the purchase. Nevertheless, the Commission refused to pay costs to some of the witnesses, including Ewen Alison whose was one of the valuations that had been relied on. Alison was to claim at the Royal Commission that he had no personal interest in the value of Stark's property.

The consequence was that Stark's reputation had at the very least been called into question and a political career in New Zealand was now hardly likely. In retrospect the 'Observer'

A current view from Fort Takapuna - photograph supplied by author.

newspaper did note two years later in 1888 that no collusion had ever been proved.

On 16 October 1886 Stark and his wife left Liverpool for New York, possibly with a view to returning to New Zealand for the Royal Commission, but ultimately he wasn't summoned. In 1887 and 1888, he was still listed as a Vice-President or President of the Takapuna Jockey Club, but on both the 1887 and 1890 Waitemata electoral rolls, Stark's address was 'England'. In fact, he never returned to New Zealand.

Instead, he continued to travel across the Atlantic, with Philadelphia now as his home base. Eliza Stark died on 19 February 1903 at the Great Central Hotel in London, and her death was acknowledged in both Auckland and Adelaide newspapers. After Eliza's death, Stark appears to have blocked out any memories of his approximately 8 years in New Zealand.

On 21 November 1904 he applied for a United States passport, whilst in London, and claimed he had sailed from Liverpool to the United States on 29 March 1875 and had resided there for 29 years without interruption, living in San Francisco and Philadelphia. In the latter city, on 7 October 1901, he had naturalised as an American citizen. In 1904, he now described his place of permanent residence as New York City and his occupation as 'banker'.

He was described in 1904 as being just over 5 feet 9 inches tall which is quite tall for those times, with blue eyes, a moustache and of healthy complexion. At the 1910 United States Federal Census he was living on upmarket 5th Avenue in New York, had recently remarried and his occupation was a 'capitalist'. He died on 2 March 1916 in Liberty, Bedford County, Virginia, of a cerebral haemorrhage, with his third wife claiming he was born in Australia. His headstone is in the Oakwood Cemetery in Bedford County and his death wasn't noted in any New Zealand newspaper.

By David Verran

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CARING FOR YOUR CAR WITH CAR-FE

Rob Bonnici is the Car Guy. Rob lives, eats and breathes car cleaning products and services. Having a background in chemicals, car cleaning products and now owning a seven day a week car cleaning and grooming centre, he is without a doubt the most passionate and the most knowledgeable car guy in New Zealand. Rob, along with his wife Siobhan, owns Car-fé facing the motorway in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Rob is more than happy to help you out with any car cleaning issues.

Email: Carfe.takapuna@xtra.co.nz or Phone 488-7000.

Maintenance on your Convertable Softtop & Headlights While you receive that positive feeling of the wind through your hair, you also inherit the extra ongoing maintenance to ensure that the up-keep of the hood is in pristine condition. Points to think about: WASHING THE ROOF When washing your roof, try to avoid using car wash soaps. Lightly hose down with water not to over soak the material. Chamois or towel dry.

Should you have bird droppings to contend with, spot clean by wetting the area with water, then, using a soft brush or sponge, apply car wash soap to the effected area and rinse off.

At all times you should be trying to maintain a water proof roof. An easy test is to spray water onto your roof. Does it sit on your roof in beads? If yes, that’s great; your roof’s protective coating is at work. If it sheets off or soaks in, you need to take action. When you notice that the stitching on your roof is showing signs of moisture on the inside, or not beading on top, you need to consult your dealer to have your roof re-waterproofed or you can come see us at Car-Fe Takapuna and we can quote the job for you.

REMOVAL OF CAT HAIR Soft tops make great beds for cats. When startled, cats hurry for a quick exit which generally results in torn or pulled material on your roof. Solution: Store your car so that cats cannot nest on your roof!

How to remove cat fur from my roof? Using the soft brush attachment accessory that comes with your vacuum works a treat. If you don’t have one, put a disposable latex glove on your hand and wipe this across your roof as it will gather most of the fur up. Vacuum to finish. You can get a box of latex gloves from any auto retail outlet or the big retail shops like Bunnings, The Warehouse etc.

CONVERTIBLES & TREES Try not to get your car into a position of parking under trees, especially those which drop sap. There are different types of saps you may need to deal with, like the little yellow spots that are very common on the North Shore. While on standard roofs, the option of claying to remove

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the tree sap works with great success, this doesn’t work for the poor old convertible. Other common methods are to use solvents to break the resin. This is not advisable for soft tops as most soft tops have a water proof coating and this has the potential to break them down.

TREATING YOUR ROOF Taking the preventative measures of ensuring your roof has been treated with a water proofing agent is a great start. Visit your appropriate car dealer or come see us at Car-fe Takapuna and we can price this application for you. This won’t stop the resin from sticking to your car; however, it will seal the material, stopping the resin from binding too deeply.

PROTECTING YOUR CONVERTIBLE WINDOWS Another extra not often thought about is the plastic window that is sewn into your roof. How many times have you seen a convertible go past and the window is opaque to the point where no one can see in or out. As a rule, this is because unlike when we go out in the sun and put sun screen on, we forget about protecting our cars window. By applying a good protector this will not only stop the yellowing, but will remove fine scratches from the surface.

Contact Rob Bonnici at Car-fe Takapuna or via Email: Carfe.takapuna@xtra.co.nz or Phone 488-7000.

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EDUCATION TIM OUGHTON, KRISTIN SCHOOL

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

Kristin School's Middle School Principal, Dave Scott.

Mustering the confidence to talk

WELL FOUNDATION: UPDATE

Andrew Young.

Dave Scott

A few weeks into a new school year is often when the shine of ‘I’m starting at a new school’ or ‘I am looking forward to getting back to school’ starts to fade. It’s the time when those hesitations about a new year, thought about and discussed over the summer, can return in a more prominent place in our thinking. I am constantly reminded just how hard it can be for students to start at Kristin, irrespective of whether they are from the Junior School or have arrived from another school.

Arriving at such a large campus with so many students and staff to get to know, and with so many things to remember like where you need to be and what you need to bring – is quite daunting, to say the least. For these reasons, it’s after a few weeks that we often find many students will experience lower levels of enthusiasm and possibly larger levels of anxiety.

I am sure, for many parents and guardians, that you know in detail the journey your son or daughter has begun. It’s not for me to say something as clichéd or unhelpful as this is ‘normal’ and ‘don’t worry about it’, but it might be reassuring to know that we acknowledge and accept this is a natural part of being an adolescent in any school setting. It may also be helpful to know that staff are very well-equipped to support your son or daughter.

One of the strengths of Kristin is there are so many good people ready to help at all times of the day. Communicating your concerns to teaching staff as soon as you think it necessary, is the most important first step. There is nothing worse for us to get to the end of the term and hear about an unhappy student when we may not have known the extent of the problem.

Communicating your concerns to teaching staff as soon as you think it necessary, is the most important first step. There is nothing worse for us to get to the end of the term and hear about an unhappy student when we may not have known the extent of the problem.

So, if it is time to ask for support, who takes the first step: the parent or the student? It’s an interesting question. Naturally it depends on what the issue is about, but I am a firm believer that the more we can equip students to have the conversation with a trusted teacher, the more often I see positive outcomes for the student in the short term and, most definitely, in the long term. It seems that those students that can muster the confidence to talk about what is troubling them will, more often than not, develop a closer relationship with that adult which, in turn, offers them better support.

Helping patients get their rest

Craig Donaldson.

Do you have trouble sleeping?

If so, spare a thought for many hospital patients who struggle too – in fact, it’s a massive global problem. That’s why the Well Foundation is Renal patient Rikki McGregor is one of many taking a leading who has enjoyed more sleep thanks to the role in finding new packs. solutions so any of you or your loved ones coming into hospital can rest easier.

When you are sick or injured, getting plenty of rest and sleep is so important and plays a big part in your recovery.

Unfortunately in hospital, it isn’t always easy to sleep well; it might be the squeaky wheel on a trolley, a noisy person in the next cubicle, or beeping patient monitors and medicine being given throughout the night. Any of these disturbances can mean a restless night for a patient.

At this stage not many hospitals, even internationally, are looking at sleep improvement for patients. With this in mind, the Well Foundation team has been working alongside Waitemata District Health Board to research and develop strategies to improve sleep and enhance the experience for patients staying in North Shore and Waitakere hospitals. We’ve consulted with international sleep experts, including an expert from NASA whose feedback has been very encouraging. The first initiative is the launch of ‘sleep packs’ now being trialled in three wards across the hospitals.

Each sleep pack contains an eye mask, kindly donated by Air New Zealand, which has worked closely with us sharing their expert knowledge on passenger care. The pack also has ear plugs, camomile tea and tips on how to get the best sleep in hospital and each pack has been kindly assembled by hospital volunteers.

Already the sleep packs are proving to be a simple and effective way to help many patients get a better night’s rest, while we continue to explore options for more advanced innovations. Outstanding patient experience at our local hospitals and community health services is our mission at the Well Foundation, so we love this initiative and helping to solve this problem for local people – and beyond. Watch this space!

You can see, or support, our latest projects by visiting www.wellfoundation.org.nz 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

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH MIKE ATKINSON BELLINGHAM WALLACE

This month, Mike Atkinson looks at inspiring leadership…

Better never stops Recently I attended a breakfast hosted by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. The theme of the session was developing high performing teams in high pressure environments. The speaker for this session was Sir Graham Henry, one of our most successful coaches, and perhaps one of the architects for today’s success.

Sir Graham spoke of a mind-set that culture eats strategy for breakfast. Without a strong culture that self regulates, the best strategies in the world will not be effective. He further went on to say that the mantra in the All Blacks was “better never stops”. This was a focus on the coaches and management, the leadership team, and the wider team.

The impact of culture was further cemented for me that same day when I attended yet another excellent North Harbour Club lunch (full disclosure I’m a Trustee of the North Harbour Club remember), with Sir Ralph Norris. Sir Ralph has had a successful career turning around and improving large corporates, such as ASB, Air New Zealand and CBA. One of the key messages from Sir Ralph’s session was surround yourself with talent you trust and that can deliver, then create an environment where everyone buys into the direction and what you are trying to do, i.e., create a culture.

This got me thinking, what is culture, and how can it eat strategy for breakfast? Corporate culture is defined in many ways, but basically it’s the beliefs and behaviours that determine how a company's employees and management interact and deal with things outside of business transactions.

Typically, culture is implied, not expressly defined, and develops organically over time from the cumulative traits of the people the company hires.

This takes me back to the concept of the golden circles.

This concept is a simple one, and extremely well-articulated by Simon Sinek during a Ted Talk in 2010 (here is the https://www. ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action).

The basic concept is this;

All organisations knows what they do. Some organisations even know how they do it, whether you call it your differentiated value proposition or your unique selling point. But very few organisations know why they do what they do. Most would say to make a profit, but that is an outcome, and hopefully a successful one, but not at the heart of why you do what you do.

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Typically, culture is implied, not expressly defined, and develops organically over time from the cumulative traits of the people the company hires.

An example used by Sinek to explain the concept is Apple, because it’s easy to relate to. If Apple were like every other business, their marketing message might sound like this: "We make great computers. They're beautifully designed, simple to use and user friendly. Want to buy one?" That's how most of us communicate and that is often what drives a lot of culture, but is it inspiring? Does it foster the thought that better never stops?

We say what we do, we say how we're different or better and we expect some sort of a behaviour, a purchase, a vote, a high performing culture.

Here's how Apple actually communicates. "Everything we do; we believe in challenging the status quo. We believe in thinking differently. The way we challenge the status quo is by making our products beautifully designed, simple to use and user friendly. We just happen to make great computers. Want to buy one?" This message and understanding the why leads to a culture that will eat strategy for breakfast.

Another example of this is with NASA. Many years I recall a discussion involving a janitor working for NASA. When asked what they did, the response was “I help put people on the moon”.

But if you don't know why you do what you do, and naturally we all respond to why someone does what they do, then how will you ever get people to support you, or buy something from you, or, more importantly, be loyal and want to be a part of what it is that you do.

Our goal is not just to sell to people who need what we have; our goal should be to sell to people who believe what we believe. Our goal is not just to hire people who need a job; it's to hire people who believe what we believe. Overlaying this concept with our culture, if we hire people just because they can do a job, they'll work for your money, but if they believe what you believe, they'll work for you with blood, sweat and tears. This links directly to the All Blacks, with everyone in the team from the players to the coaches to the management believing that better never stops.

Because there are leaders and there are those who lead. Leaders hold a position of power or authority, but those who lead inspire us.

Whether they're individuals or organisations, we follow those who lead, not because we have to, but because we want to. And it's those leaders who start with "why" that have the ability to inspire those around them or find others who inspire them.

So when you’re reviewing your strategic direction, ask yourself, why do you do what you do? Does your culture eat your strategy for breakfast, and how will you ensure that better never stops? mikea@bellinghamwallace.co.nz, www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

LEGALLY SPEAKING SCHNAUER AND CO

Buyers Beware – Back to Basics Matthew and Emma have found the house of their dreams. They want to secure the property and then see their bank about finance and investigate the property further. They quickly sign a sale and purchase agreement to buy the property. The sale and purchase agreement is conditional on them obtaining finance, approving a Council LIM for the property and obtaining a satisfactory building report. If Matthew and Emma then find anything at all that they do not like about the property or just change their mind, surely they can always use all those conditions and just cancel the contract?

If you thought yes, you were wrong.

Often buyers will feel far more comfortable about signing a conditional sale and purchase agreement to buy a property in the belief that the conditions in the agreement will simply let them change their mind about the purchase. This is not necessarily the case.

Common conditions in a sale and purchase agreement include: • the buyer obtaining mortgage finance for the purchase (with no lender or details stated); • the buyer approving a building report; and • the buyer approving a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) for the property from the relevant Council.

Contrary to common belief, these three conditions do not freely allow a buyer to change their mind. The “fine print” (the general terms and conditions) in the sale and purchase agreement set out some restrictions on these conditions. Buyers must use all reasonable endeavours to fulfil the conditions.

Before cancelling a purchase because they cannot obtain finance, if there are no details stated in the finance condition, a buyer is expected to try to obtain finance from every bank in New Zealand. Failure to obtain finance from a preferred bank or at a “good” interest rate is not

Legally Speaking with Anne Beeson, Schnauer & Co.

Anne Beeson

sufficient basis to cancel the sale and purchase agreement.

A building report on the property must be prepared “in good faith by a suitably qualified building inspector in accordance with accepted principles and methods”. The building report being satisfactory to the purchaser is an objective assessment. If the building report is unsatisfactory, the buyer must give the building report to the vendor, if they ask for it. The buyer cannot simply state that the building report was unsatisfactory and cancel the purchase without producing evidence of a good reason for that decision.

A buyer can only not approve a LIM on reasonable grounds and the buyer’s approval of the LIM “must not be unreasonably or arbitrarily withheld”. The vendor has the opportunity to choose whether to fix any issues shown in the LIM before the buyer can cancel the agreement.

If a cancellation of a sale and purchase agreement is held to be wrongful and the sellers resell the property for a lower price, buyers can face an expensive legal battle over the difference for their breach of contract.

So what should you do if you see a property that you want to buy?

We strongly recommend that you see your lawyer before making an offer and signing any sale and purchase agreement. Your lawyer can protect you by adding a clause (e.g. due diligence) that allows you to cancel the sale and purchase agreement if you, having used all reasonable endeavours to satisfy the condition, become dissatisfied with any aspects of the property during the due diligence period.

Before signing any sale and purchase agreement, see your lawyer first!

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

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PROPERTY LAW: RACHEL LEE, DAVENPORTS

Rachel is a Legal Executive in the property team at Davenports Harbour. She is an Associate member of the NZ Institute of Legal Executives. Rachel and the Property Team manage a wide range of property matters from simple residential sales and purchases through to complex apartment developments, banking security and restructuring.

Ray & Dulcie's dream home

Rachel Lee

TALKING TRUSTS: TAMMY MCLEOD, DAVENPORTS

Tammy McLeod (BA LLB) is a partner at Davenports Harbour Lawyers. Tammy leads the Davenports Harbour Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the establishment and structuring of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, duties of trustees and the management and administration of trust funds. A key part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing Tammy existing asset holding structures to ensure they achieve the McLeod needs and requirements they were established to meet.

She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and believes that the provisions of the Act are an important consideration in personal asset planning.

Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Women’s Lawyers’ Association and is a current co-convenor of the NZICA Trust Special Interest Group.

Sarah... & Tim!

10 year ago Ray and Dulcie bought a section in an upmarket area to build their dream home. They used all topof-the-line materials, fittings and furnishings throughout.

Ray and Dulcie recently decided it was time to downsize and move closer to their children. They placed the property on the market and within two weeks were presented with an unconditional agreement. They were delighted with the quick result.

On the day before the settlement day the purchasers carried out a pre-settlement inspection of the property. Ray and Dulcie were then informed that the purchasers had tried to turn on the spa bath in the main bathroom but could not get it to work. The spa bath was top-of-the-line when the home was built and was tiled in but Ray and Dulcie had not used the spa mechanism for many years. They were unconcerned and expected simply that the pump had seized from lack of use and needed to be replaced.

Ray and Dulcie urgently called a plumber to inspect the spa bath and were then told after the plumber had removed some of the tiles and inspected the spa mechanism that the whole pump and plumbing system no longer worked. They were told it would be a lengthy and expensive exercise to remove all the tiles and replace the faulty spa mechanism. The plumber was concerned that damage to the tiles would be unavoidable if he proceeded with further investigation and/or repair and since the tiles were no longer available, the bath area would need to be completely retiled. It was impossible to have the repair work completed in time for settlement.

The agreement did not list the spa bath or pump equipment as chattels.

Litigation “loomed” as to whether the spa bath was a chattel and subject to the “good working order” warranty or a fixture and subject to an actual or implied warranty that it was a working spa bath. To avoid the prospect of litigation and the consequent risk and expense Ray and Dulcie were able to compromise with the purchaser to reduce the sale price by way of compensation.

We recommend that before placing a property on the market you thoroughly check that all chattels and fixtures are in working order – whether or not they are to be listed as chattels – and either rectify the faults or ensure that they are clearly disclosed in any sale agreement

Sarah had been single for some time. Her first marriage when she was in her early twenties had ended not long after it began, and thankfully before they had had children. After her divorce, Sarah devoted her life to her career, climbing the corporate ladder and saving a lot of money at the same time. With her hard earned cash, Sarah bought herself a beautiful home and also made some investments with a funds manager. Sarah was successful, but lonely. She finally gave in to the pressure from her friends and agreed to being set up on a blind date.

Sarah immediately liked Tim. They shared the same sense of humour and both enjoyed tramping and fine wine. Before long Sarah and Tim were a couple, spending most of their time together and eventually Tim started to spend more nights than not at Sarah’s house. It was at this stage that some of Sarah’s friends started to say to her that she should think about protecting her house. Sarah thought about asking Tim to enter into a “prenuptial’ agreement, but she didn’t think that their relationship was serious enough for that. They weren’t living together, Tim was just spending the night sometimes, and anyway, didn’t the whole 50/50 thing happen after three years? Sarah decided to go and see her lawyer about setting up a trust to put her house and investments into.

Sarah’s lawyer explained to Sarah that things weren’t quite as simple as Sarah thought. “De facto” relationships did not always mean that you had completely live together. Sarah’s lawyer told her that a de facto relationship could be one where on balance you spent most nights together and were familiar enough to leave some, but not necessarily all, of your belongings at each other’s houses.

This made Sarah think that perhaps it was arguable that she and Tim were in a de facto relationship, so she told her lawyer that she wanted to put her house in trust. Sarah’s lawyer gently explained that she may be too late – if you transfer assets that would otherwise be relationship assets to a trust during the relationship this may not protect the assets. “But they are my assets, I paid for them”, Sarah explained. But unfortunately for Sarah, the home in which you live in can be considered relationship property whenever and however it is acquired. Sarah still had options to protect her property successfully, but her lawyer explained, simply transferring her assets to trust by itself, would not be enough.

Rachel Lee:- Phone 915 4387, rachel@dhlawyers.co.nz

Tammy McLeod, Phone 915 4386 tammy@dhlawyers.co.nz

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RSM NZ APPOINTS NEW PARTNER TO GROW CHINA PRACTICE GROUP China is one of New Zealand’s largest trading partners and over recent years New Zealand has experienced a rapid influx of Chinese businesses and individuals seeking investment opportunities.

RSM recognises the cultural and economic challenges that Chinese businesses face when operating in New Zealand and has been steadily growing expertise and capability of the team over the past 10 years.

To support this growth, RSM is delighted to announce the appointment of Emily Xu as a new partner of the RSM Auckland North office and one of the leaders of the RSM NZ- China Practice Group.

Emily Xu has been an integral part of the team at RSM since 2006. She is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese and has been heavily involved in growing the China Practice Group at the Albany Office. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) of New Zealand, and a qualified CPA of China and Australia.

Emily has more than 20 years of accounting and taxation experience which includes working in government and multinational organisations. This has given her a sound understanding of the commercial business environment, which she has been able to translate to her varied client base in New Zealand.

With this specialist Chinese business experience, Emily is ideally placed to assist overseas investors and migrants with their tax planning, property financing, business structuring and general accounting requirements.

“This appointment reflects RSM’s commitment to supporting Chinese business in New Zealand and recognises the skills and experience that Emily brings to clients and the RSM business.”

Lloyd Kirby – RSM Partner

CONNECTING CHINESE BUSINESS FROM GUANGZHOU TO AUCKLAND Our bilingual professionals have a wealth of professional knowledge and practical experience to help you operate effectively and maximise your business in New Zealand.

Our China Practice Group specialise in: - Business structuring - Due diligence - Commercial and residential property investment - Taxation structuring and advice - Tax audit and IRD liaison

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GUNDRY'S GRUMBLES

Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character, who is known for calling a spade a spade. He is a director of contracting company Gill & Gundry, is an enthusiastic and active sailor (past crew-member of Ceramco New Zealand and Lion New Zealand in Whitbread Round The World races and Shockwave in Admiral’s Cup) and is a life member of the North Shore Rugby Football Club. This is his regular and lively contribution to Channel Magazine.

Bombshell's on hold...

I was going to come out this month with a bit of a bombshell, but I’ve been given a bit of a head’s up from this magazine’s legal team that I probably shouldn’t go down that road until I have all my ducks in a row. But what I can tell you, is that it is something to do with consultants, and the cost of consultants in our lives these days.

It’s funny, because recently I was asked by a founding Devonport family to look at a family grave that had fallen into a state of disrepair.

Part of the problem was the plasterwork was over 100 years old, probably made by using local sea sand, and was starting to fall off the side of the grave marker. This had slightly tilted too, with the erosion of time. So, I went up there and had a look at the situation. After spending most of my life in the concrete construction and foundation trade, I thought an easy remedy would be to underpin the grave by digging down to solid ground, by hand, and placing concrete with a couple of bars of steel to rectify the failing situation. This was duly done, by myself and a young apprentice. It took us an afternoon last October. We used concrete from work we were doing in the area, which would have been ten times the strength of the concrete that would have been used over 100 years ago. Our next intention was to get one of my guys to chip back all the failing plaster, and completely re-plaster three sides of the grave marker to bring it back into first class condition. This again, would have taken no more than a day.

All up, costs would have been pretty moderate.

Several weeks after I had done the underpinning job, I received a “STOP! STOP!” phone call from one of the founding family’s relations telling me the Auckland Council had got onto them and told them to stop work until they had given the Council the information of what was actually going on with the grave.

We duly spoke to the Council, who informed us that a consultant had to be involved. The cost of this consultant was several thousand dollars. So, now after meeting with the consultant and the family, we were informed as to how to go about the works, which was exactly how I was going to do it anyway. What I do know is that the consultant demanded a lot bigger fee than we, the actual contractors, will be paid for actually doing the work. How often do you see this scenario around our city?

Now we get on with the point of, again, parking meters. Could somebody please tell me what jurisdiction parking wardens have for wandering around the side roads, checking for expired registrations and warrants. Sure, I can understand them prowling the streets of the towns like Devonport, Takapuna, Browns Bay etc. the shopping precincts, picking up long stay parking and as a sideline, the warrants and registrations, but what jurisdiction do they have to be a kilometre or two away prowling the residential streets, keenly tapping their ticket boxes across their knees in anticipation of gathering a big haul. Can somebody tell me please, do they have a target to make in fines? Is there a bonus scheme for zealous wardens?

Simon Gundry

… recently I was asked by a founding Devonport family to look at a family grave that had fallen into a state of disrepair.

Part of the problem was the plasterwork was over 100 years old…

Another thing I am sick of are these new New Zealanders smoking outside restaurants and bars and throwing their butts into the gutter. Recently I was sitting in a café in Devonport, and a new New Zealander was sitting in front of me having a cigarette and chucked his butt in the gutter. I picked it up and went to hand it back to him and he looked at me as though I was mad. I indicated to him that he should put it in the bin, but he turned his back and walked away. So I put it in the bin. I think we should all self regulate ourselves, and make sure we pick up rubbish and put it in the bin, even if it’s not ours, pick it up – it makes the place look a lot tidier.

I have a few queries about what is happening around town…. one is Esmonde Road. What’s happening there, can somebody please tell me? That work was meant to be completed in December, according to the information board I read when I was again sitting in traffic. Also I have wind of a Devonport consortium going to Auckland Council with plans to build a three level carpark where the New World carpark is currently. I have it on good authority that this consortium will completely fund the project, therefore no money would be coming out of ratepayers’ pockets, in an attempt to get the parking right off the waterfront and in front of the Esplanade Hotel, and the ferry carpark. Then turning that lovely area into a park, for all to enjoy. At the moment, visitors come off the ferry and walk straight into a carpark. This carpark would be long term paying parking for people, and free for short time New World and Devonport customers. The way I see it, in Devonport, it is nothing but a free carpark for out of towners.

Commuters who are not from Devonport are driving down and leaving their cars all day in free parks. It’s time they started paying for their parking. There are cars parked right along the waterfront as far as North Head – Devonport has become a long term parking spot. I’m over it, it’s time for a change.

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SETTLERS ALBANY: LUXURIOUS LIFESTYLE VILLAGE

Kako’s Story You happen upon the extraordinary when you least expect it.

We stumbled upon it in the middle of a lifestyle village in Albany. Exclaiming over exquisite paintings at Settlers Albany, we met the artist Kako Taylor. Her story is extraordinary, as enchanting as her artwork and like all good stories, punctuated by pathos.

Growing up in post war Japan life was hard. Her earliest memories are of a giant flash of light and accounts of her family huddling together to survive the bombing, consoling each other that if they died, at least they would be together. Kako’s father did not survive the war and Kako was raised by her

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widowed mother.

At 17, with a natural, and in Japan unusual, ability to enunciate English, Kako became a cabaret and pop singer in Tokyo’s Keio Plaza Intercontinental Hotel. With money earned she managed to finish her high school education through correspondence and subsequently apply to San Francisco’s Academy of Art. Her long hours and hard work paid off - Kako was accepted into the Academy and went on to complete her degree and become a highly accomplished painter and illustrator.

With money earned she managed to finish her high school education through correspondence and subsequently apply to San Francisco’s Academy of Art. Following 25 years living and working in New Zealand (those glorious illustrations in Joy Cowley’s ‘The Morning Queen’ are Kako’s work), Kako chose Settlers Albany with its lovely surrounds and vibrant, creative community as the ideal retirement spot.

Her internationally exhibited artwork lines the walls in the corridor of her apartment building and pays homage to the happy childhood she never had. Beautiful

Kako Taylor with one of her paintings at Settlers Albany.

compositions; vibrant colour applied with delicate and masterful technique.

“I wanted my life to be like a fairytale,” she says.

Visit Settlers Albany at 550 Albany Highway any day between 10 and 4 to view the luxury apartments and wonderful facilities on offer.

Or call Sales Manager Rosalie Pearson on 0800 102 652.

LIFE IS SO GOOD

WE CAN’T KEEP THEM AWAY OPEN TO VIEW EVERYDAY 10am - 4pm

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“When the family come to visit the bbq’s fired up, the pool’s ready, the movie theatre’s open and life feels extra good. We love entertaining family and friends and since we retired to Settlers, with the facilities of a luxury resort at our fingertips it’s a winner … for everyone!” Precious McKenzie MBE

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FAIRVIEW LIFESTYLE VILLAGE

We Are Family The surnames may not match but Rochelle McDonald, Alicia O’Flaherty and Newa Waqavakatoga consider themselves and residents of the Fairview neighbourhood as one, big family. And you can safely add happy to that! Rochelle, Alicia and Newa are the hardworking housekeeping team at Fairview Lifestyle Village and part of the reason why the village always looks so immaculate when we visit.

There are plenty of options when it comes to retirement but Fairview stands out as a pretty attractive proposition. The luxurious villas and apartments are low-rise and the atmosphere always reminds us of the way neighbourhoods used to be. Time to chat, a sense of pride and a friendly face.

The icing on the cake being brilliant facilities on site, and a team that includes these three wonderful women making life a whole lot easier for those lucky enough to live here.

The health and wellbeing of its residents are central to the philosophy at Fairview and the housekeeping team subscribe wholeheartedly to that philosophy.

Cleaning businesses have allowed them to work hours to fit in with their family responsibilities and raising children. Family is key here and they consider Fairview residents as extended family.

Team leader Rochelle says it’s more than just a job.

“We care for and respect our residents, and we look out for them. Over the years, many have become good friends.”

Family is key here and they consider Fairview residents as extended family.

Sales Manager Michelle Wainhouse says the housekeeping team provide invaluable support to the management and nursing team as the ‘eyes and ears” of the village.

“They’re often the first to notice if something isn’t right or if someone is unwell and needs help.”

“Oh yes,” says Newa. We work hard but we always make time for a chat and to share a story. We like the people here.

They’re good people, interesting and always happy.”

Family you could say.

And a jolly nice one to be part of we say!

Keeping it clean at Fairview.

Rochelle McDonald, Newa Waqavakato, Alicia O’Flaherty.

There are a very limited number of apartments and villas available at Fairview Lifestyle Village, 21 Fairview Ave. Albany (off Oteha Valley Rd). An active and vibrant community with luxurious homes and wonderful facilities set amongst resort style grounds. Call Sales Manager Michelle Wainhouse on 0800 102 662 for more information or to view. www.fairviewvillage.co.nz

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY WITH BAYLEYS AND COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL

Spacious…10-12 Rothwell Avenue in the North Harbour Industrial Estate is the largest industrial premises available for occupation on the Shore.

Big industrial leasing opportunity The largest vacant industrial building currently available for lease on the North Shore is offering approximately 9,719m² of warehouse, office and showroom accommodation.

Situated at 10-12 Rothwell Avenue, Albany, the property is located on a substantial 1.4309 hectare corner site with 131 car parks and dual access also from Unity Drive.

Matt Mimmack, of Bayleys North Shore Commercial and Jimmy O’Brien, Colliers International have a joint sole agency to market the property for lease by negotiation. It is currently occupied by Unitec which is nearing the end of its lease, and was originally built for Monaco Corporation in 1994.

“It’s well known that there is an acute shortage of industrial buildings available for lease on the North Shore, particularly larger premises, so this is a big opportunity for substantial businesses to secure a modern and well maintained building in one of the Shore’s best industrial locations,” says Matt Mimmack. “There is the opportunity to occupy this property in its entirety or the building could be split in two for the right tenants.

“The premises have around 5900m² of rear warehousing which has been constructed in two similar sized components, with a central full height concrete block wall, which enables the property to be easily divided.”

Each warehouse provides a minimum stud height of approximately 6.5 metres to the portal knee, rising to 7.5 metres at the apex of the roofline. Each has two roller doors or loading docks which are protected from the elements via cantilevered canopies.

“Overall, the warehousing provides functional, good quality

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industrial accommodation with multiple access points on the southern and northern sides of the building,” says Jimmy O’Brien.

“There are also two levels of well appointed, air-conditioned office and showroom accommodation at the front of the warehousing and either side of an attractive entranceway to the building.

“This comprises a combination of showroom, separately partitioned and open plan offices. They have a spacious feel due to their stud height and wide hallways that provide good natural light which is further enhanced by glazed partitions. The offices are presented to a good standard on a carpeted, air conditioned, partitioned and suspended ceiling basis.”

The ground floor includes a combination of service areas, showrooms and reception, along with amenities including male and female bathrooms and a staffroom/kitchen. An area was previously allocated for a gymnasium and associated showering facilities.

Jimmy O’Brien says the building is located on an attractively landscaped site with a number of large palm trees surrounding its entrance way and abundant staff and client car parking.

Rothwell Avenue is a principal thoroughfare linking William Pickering Drive through to Albany Highway. State Highway One is easily accessed via the Greville Road interchange to the north or Constellation Drive/Upper Harbour Highway interchange to the south. “The Upper Harbour Highway link west is also only a short distance away along Albany Highway and will provide faster and less congested access to Auckland International Airport via the Waterview tunnel when the new Western ring route is opened later this year,” says Matt Mimmack.

Matt Mimmack

M +64 21 229 5878 B + 64 9 489 0815

E matt.mimmack@bayleys.co.nz

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL

There is a clear commercial property buyer preference for Auckland, with the North Shore being a particularly strongly sought after location.

Why now could be a good time to sell The next couple of years will provide little short-term speculative opportunity for commercial property investors, says Bayleys North Shore Commercial director Daryl Devereux. However, property investment for cash flow should result in value growth for welltenanted properties on the back of rental increases.

Property investment and speculation in Daryl Devereux property are not the same thing. Property investment for income cash flow in our current environment of low interest rates provides potential for increases in capital value from rental growth at rent review time.

Property speculation is higher risk, with potential for large capital gains, but normally requires a distressed market for these gains to occur. The only sector at present that is showing signs of distress is the apartment market, where land has been purchased, resource and building consents approved and presales obtained.

The overly optimistic developer is underfunded from the start and has not factored in the escalation of building costs, which can mean the project is no longer viable.

The developer therefore is having to sell the project (land with consents) to try and recover costs and investment capital.

We are seeing those developers lose capital and the banks (or funders) taking a loss on the costs of consents and consultants.

The distressed sales in this area are really a land banking exercise until the next property cycle, where construction costs are under control and apartment values are established at a higher level.

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to generate high demand over the next two years as the Auckland region struggles to keep pace with the demand for more housing. However, the settlement risk on this type of development will increase substantially and it would be advisable to have all settlements concluded within the next 18-24 months.

The best opportunity in the short term will be in the commercial property investment sector. A limited amount of new building in the office and industrial sectors by risk averse developers has resulted in vacancy rates dropping to all-time lows on the North Shore – below 6% for office space and even tighter at under 3% for industrial premises.

With the small amount of development going ahead, predominately involving committed design-build tenancies, we have seen a 20% to 30% lift in new build rentals against established rentals on the Shore. This provides an opportunity for investors purchasing existing buildings part way through their rental term before the next rent review. Leases with rent reviews to market could see up to a 20% to 30% increase over the next four years or so, which most likely will occur over two rent review periods.

A question that real estate agents are frequently asked is whether now is a good time to sell. The consensus amongst most observers of the commercial and industrial property market is that it is close to the top of the current cycle so it could be time to consider selling, depending on your circumstances.

Things may remain buoyant, suggesting you should hold, but equally it is now evident that there are certain factors – both domestic and international – which could begin to impact negatively on the market and values.

What we don’t know for sure is when the market will peak – or whether it is currently at its peak. What we do know for

sure is that most vendors chasing capital gain leave it too late to sell. They leave it until there is clear evidence that the market has peaked, by which time it is already on its downward cycle and the buyers aren’t there anymore.

For those considering selling the best time to act is when there is still something in the market for buyers as there clearly is at the moment. Factors which continue to make it attractive to invest in commercial property include: • An already strongly performing economy, which is forecast to get even stronger this year, right across the country. This should continue to result in high levels of business, investor and consumer confidence, which helps fuel leasing and sales activity.

• Interest rates, although likely to edge up a little this year, will still be at very low levels, which makes it cheap to borrow to buy.

• While property yields have followed interest rates down, the return on equity from commercial property investment remains attractive compared to returns from bank deposits and bonds and residential property.

• Property provides a more stable investment choice than more volatile and uncertain equity markets.

• Low vacancy rates across most market segments have removed much of the tenancy risk associated with purchasing commercial property.

• These high occupancy rates are, as previously mentioned, also providing rental income growth for investors, with the development sector still some way off fully catching up with demand for new premises.

There is a clear buyer preference for Auckland, which has New Zealand’s biggest and fastest growing commercial property market. The North Shore is particularly strongly sought after because of its very low vacancy rates, which are likely to remain relatively low because of limited available suitably zoned land for

the development of new business premises, particularly in the industrial sector.

Underlying the strong current buyer demand are clearance rates at our auctions of over 75 percent with new benchmark yields being set in many instances.

There are definite signs that an increasing number of owners are looking to make the most of these strong market conditions to take some capital gain. A decision to sell will result in considerable gains for many vendors, especially those who have held property for six to 10 years.

There are also signs that a number of global influences, along with domestic credit constraints, are likely to pose some challenges for the commercial property market this year. The biggest challenge facing investors this year is likely to revolve around the availability and cost of funding.

For various reasons, banks have tightened up the supply of funding to the commercial property sector. One of the most notable effects of this has been the reduction of funding available to new entrants into the market, particularly developers. An increase in borrowing rates this year, on the back of rising global interest rates, has also been widely flagged.

A reduction in the supply of funding, coupled with an increase in its cost, later this year is likely to mean less buyers in the market and more pressure on yields and hence prices. This is already evident in the development land sales market where the rising cost of construction is a factor as well.

2017 is also an election year with the potential for a new prime minister and policies. In an election year as we draw closer to the polling date, we traditionally experience less buyer activity.

Therefore, for those looking to sell this year to capitalise on the strong increase in values that has occurred over recent years, the best option would be to do so in the first half of the year.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BARFOOT & THOMPSON COMMERCIAL

By Simon Farland, Commercial Sales Manager, Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial office.

Shore commercial market remains strong

Simon Farland

Competition between owner occupiers and investors keeping yields at historic low levels The North Shore commercial property market has maintained its momentum into 2017, with a continuing insatiable demand from purchasers for property across all sectors with competition between owner occupiers and investors keeping yields at historic low levels.

Vacancy rates particularly in the Industrial sector are so acutely low it is unhealthy for the region with significant demand for space unable to be satisfied in the short to medium term. These occupiers are being forced into third party storage solutions while waiting for newer Greenfield locations, such as Hobsonville and Silverdale.

This lack of existing stock, while fueling competition for existing premises, has also seen developers again speculating and successfully selling down off plan strata opportunities – in many cases within weeks of hitting the market and setting new benchmarks in terms of rental levels. The development pipeline is set to continue in 2017 with a significant number of new retail and industrial developments due for completion this year which will test the resilience of the small to medium industrial leasing market and is likely to swing the market from a landlords one back to some form of equilibrium in this location.

Office leasing has followed suit with a steady uptake in the main commercial hubs of Takapuna and Albany – with some significant larger deals having been concluded towards the end of 2016. This demand will be met with a number of developments underway and some innovative shared space new working solutions, such as Smales Farms B-Hive, which is due for completion towards the end of the year.

Little different to other centres, the Unitary Plan implications for the Shore, particularly under the mixed use zoning, has seen vendors capitalise on increased densities.

This is happening especially in fringe locations and particularly when neighbouring sites have been able to be amalgamated.

The availability of funding is the main restriction on the value spiral in this market.

The team at Barfoot and Thompson North Shore Commercial have been busy and the early signs are very good. The market is bouyant. The heat of last year is continuing with enquiry being consistently good.

Our view is If property is good it should be purchased and we have a number of good properties on the market presently. There are good opportunities for owner occupiers and developers alike. Some of the investment properties in

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This lack of existing stock, while fueling competition for existing premises, has also seen developers again speculating and successfully selling down off plan strata opportunities‌

particular are well worth further consideration.

With that in mind we will be releasing our first portfolio of commercial properties next month and welcome vendors to leverage off the market conditions and discuss the benefits that Barfoot and Thompson can offer clients.

Contact: Simon Farland, Phone 489 3880 or email: s.farland@barfoot.co.nz or visit: www.barfoot.co.nz

ROAD FRONT CORNER SITE - HIGH PROFILE SHOWROOM/INDUSTRIAL 17A William Pickering Drive, Albany Joint Sole Agency.

FOR LEASE

Great opportunity to position your premises in a high profile corner location!

Coming to the market for lease is a road front, corner unit to William Pickering Drive and Armstrong Road, Albany.

Substantial refurbishment inside and out is about to commence that will provide a highly desirable open plan contemporary commercial building.

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638m2 high-stud warehouse 198m2 showroom/office 330m2 first floor office 27 car parks

KEY FEATURES: • Signage opportunities available • Feature screen to be 'pinned' off the building, creating a more modern architectural statement to the street • Ability to be able to split into separate smaller tenancies if desired Expected refurbishment completion: 1 November 2017

Chase Erceg – 021 049 007

c.erceg@baarfoot.co.nz Simon Farland – 021 779 922 s.farland@bafoot.co.nz

ROAD FRONT WITH MULTIPLE TENNANCIES AND UNITARY PLAN POTENTIAL 748-750 Beach Road, Browns Bay Sole Agency.

FOR SALE

First time to the market for many years, here is an opportunity to secure a freehold commercial property with road front exposure, on a main arterial, on one of North Shores popular suburbs.

The existing package contains approx 1750m2 of building, comprising six separate tenancies, a mixture of fixed and periodic terms, offering options to both investors and owner occupiers, all contained on a freehold parcel of land of 2076m2.

The Unitary Plan has rezoned the land to Business Mixed Use which provides greater opportunity for both residential and commercial activity in the future.

KEY FEATURES: • Road Front on main Arterial • Multiple Tenancies within 1750m2 building area • Freehold land of 2076m2 • Future potential with Unitary Plan zoning Information Packs are available from the Sole Agents

For Sale by Tender closing 4 pm 6th April 2017 at 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Gary Seekup – 027 226 9880 g.seekup@barfoot.co.nz Bruce Jiao – 021 818 077 b.jiao@barfoot.co.nz

Contact the record-setting Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial Team Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial – 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna.

Phone 489-3880 or visit: www.barfoot.co.nz/commercial

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COASTAL CHARM WITH CITY CONVENIENCE Set just one block back from the Esplanade, The Victor is for those who love the relaxed East Coast Bays lifestyle but want the ease of apartment living. With stunning elevated views of Rangitoto, Brown Bay and the Gulf, these modern apartments have a refined coastal charm designed to make the most of the beachside location.

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CHANNEL FEATURE PROPERTIES THE VICTOR APARTMENTS, BROWNS BAY

Landmark Development for Browns Bay An emphasis on quality and design are the first things you notice when you look at plans for The Victor apartments in Browns Bay. Top quality construction and finish, along with world-class design, have become increasingly important to apartment buyers. While Aucklanders have embraced this new style of living over the last few years, their expectations have also risen dramatically.

The Victor will stand on the site of the old New World supermarket at 4 Bute Road. A central location, sea views and proximity to the beach, local shopping and restaurants have proven to be major selling points for this development so far. The Leisure Centre, library and local supermarkets are within a two minute level walk from the site, and some of Auckland’s top private and public schools are also within a short commute.

The increased focus on design and the use of high quality materials and finishes will make The Victor a standout in the area. The building has been designed by George Clarke at GMC Architects along with Archi_ON. The building’s construction is solid concrete and steel, and its most prominent feature is a large light filled atrium running through its central axis. This stunning atrium brings the outdoors in, and is surrounded by living walls with access bridges running across the upper levels.

The block is made up of 56 freehold apartments and eight luxury penthouses, all on freehold unit titles. The floor plans are varied, ranging from studio and one bedroom, to three bedroom apartments. The building will rise six stories, with new retail stores on the ground level, and parking below ground. The apartments feature large balconies to take in the magnificent views and the sun.

The layout of each apartment space has been carefully planned, and the sophisticated interiors have been created by Nicola Manning Design. Beautiful finishes and soft colour palettes reflect the coastal environment, and clever storage solutions have been incorporated within each space.

Diana Duan manages the sales suite located at 54 Clyde Road.

Diana says: “The question most buyers ask first, is who is the developer of this property.” The Victor is developed by Victor Jia, who has lived in New Zealand for many years and has completed many successful apartment projects both here and in Singapore.

Victor is also a qualified construction engineer, and specialises in

Angela Zhou and Diana Duan.

working with reinforced concrete structures, and in site and risk management. This gives him an extensive knowledge of apartment construction, and although this is one of his lowest rise projects to date, every care is taken to provide residents with a property they will be proud to call their home. Diana says: “The prices of these apartments are very reasonable considering the quality and location, and unlike some other developments, once a contract is signed there will be no increase in price.”

Over the past few years apartment living has become far more popular in New Zealand. Diana says apartments offer a completely different lifestyle to a traditional property, and New Zealanders are now enthusiastic about making this change. From professional couples to families, and older residents who still want to live independently, apartments offer easy living, security, and a sense of community.

Browns Bay is already brimming with activities and attractions, and The Victor will continue the transformation into a place where the beach and urban culture meet.

The Victor, visit the show suite at 54 Clyde Road, Browns Bay (opposite ANZ), 0800MYVICTOR, info@thevictor.co.nz, www.thevictor.co.nz

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RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE BARFOOT & THOMPSON, TAKAPUNA

How to choose a real estate salesperson Thinking of selling your house? As experts in the often daunting process of buying and selling property, a real estate salesperson can be a major support in the sale or purchase of a home.

Why use a real estate agent?

There are many advantages of using a real estate professional to guide you in the sale of your home. Their access to market data, knowledge of sales in your local area, individual marketing approach to reach the widest range of buyers, and experience in the complex process sales process can all help you get the best possible outcome for your home. What’s more, they can save you time and stress, leaving you to get on with your own responsibilities.

Do your research Look for salespeople who are active in your community and have sold a lot of property in your area, particularly properties that are similar in size, type and price bracket to your home. On Barfoot.co.nz, you can search for salespeople active in your area, and read through their profiles, which include their current listings, testimonials, videos, and a track record of their recent sales.

Visiting the open homes of prospective salespeople is another good way of seeing them in action. Check how they present someone else’s home, how engaged they are, and how approachable they seem. You can learn a lot about a salesperson when you come across them as a prospective buyer.

Ask around for recommendations Chances are, someone in your network of friends, family and acquaintances has gone through the process of buying or selling a home. Ask around for referrals, and find out how their salesperson helped them achieve their goals.

Choose a company you trust The reputation and available resources of a company is an important consideration. Choose a salesperson who works for a company you know and trust, and one that is licensed under REAA (Real Estate Agents Authority). You can check the background on your salesperson on the public register at www. reaa.govt.nz.

Give them an audition Once you have a shortlist of salespeople to consider, meet with them to show them around your home. This helps establish whether you have the right ‘chemistry’ with them. Ask yourself, can you imagine working with them?

Most importantly, the best salesperson for you should have a good knowledge of the area, and the best way to market and sell your home within it. Use these meetings as an informal interview to discover what their strategy in marketing your home would be, as every salesperson will have a different approach.

It’s important to find out what your salesperson offers in that area - are they comfortable with digital marketing, being in front of the camera for a property video, or have a tried-and-true strategy for print marketing?

Final thoughts Most importantly, remember that this will be a professional relationship lasting several weeks, even months. It’s important that you choose a salesperson you feel confident in and comfortable with, who is going to get the best possible result for you.

If you need more information and advice on selling your home, get in touch with us - we’re here to help. Barfoot & Thompson Takapuna - cnr Lake Road & Blomfield Spa 09 489 5084.

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CHANNEL FEATURE PROPERTIES: ANDREW DORREEN, PRECISION REAL ESTATE

Quarter Acre Golden Mile Lakefront Opportunity 282 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Located in the middle of the famed ‘Golden Mile’ and boasting 1,000sqm of lakefront land, this rare holding is your chance to secure a large parcel of prime lakefront property. Privately situated and perfectly orientated to north western sun, the home has expansive waterfront views and direct access to the lake. This opportunity provides unlimited possibilities to either live in and enjoy, renovate or even start again and create a new lakefront estate. Constructed solidly with a mix of milled timbers, this 1960's home has been lovingly cared for but is now ready for a new owner.

Currently set up as three bedrooms, all of which front the lake and flow onto generous decking. The main living area is made up of a functional kitchen / dining and lounge space which benefits from views over the land and out to the lake. A large rumpus room

downstairs could be an additional bedroom if required, however this area is low studded.

A glass covered spa pool area ensures heated comfort all year round – and what a position to relax.

This peaceful, private and exclusive property in one of Auckland's most prestigious locations is an easy commute to the CBD. A few minutes’ walk takes you to Takapuna’s wonderful cafes, restaurants, shopping, beach and popular Sunday markets. Zoned for top schools, Takapuna Grammar and both Westlake Boys and Girls High Schools.

A truly rare opportunity to secure a slice of paradise.

For sale by expressions of interest closing Thursday 30th March 2017 (unless sold prior). Contact Andrew to arrange a viewing.

Exceptional Golden Mile Home With Water Access 257 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Located on what is one of the most spectacular elevated positions on the famed golden mile, 257 Hurstmere Road is built to take in some of the best views in Takapuna. Private access to the water via steps or cable car and only moments to exclusive Thorne Bay. Built new in 2008 to exceptional standards, the home boasts 528m2 of living, across three spacious floors and features an extensive home theatre, elegant formal and informal living spaces and a lift to all floors which provides ease of access throughout the home. Entry level living offers a large designer kitchen with heated tiled floors and quality appliances, flowing into an informal lounge which benefits from breath-taking 180 degree close sea views. Adjacent to this is a formal dining area that spills out to a louvered covered patio, enjoying great afternoon sun and privacy. The upper floor hosts a magnificent master suite with an elegant ensuite and walk in wardrobes. There is also another two bedrooms on this floor, as well as a generous office and second lounge. On the ground floor you have an amazing home theatre with large projector screen, recliner chairs, LED lighting and bar area. A wine cellar and sauna room, and another two bedrooms both with exquisite views share this space.

For buyers wanting a prime position on the golden mile with water access and all the features of a substantial home with low maintenance, we encourage you to view this spectacular offering.

Contact Andrew to arrange a viewing.

Andrew Dorreen | Precision Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

Email: andrew@precision.net.nz | Phone: 021 747 334 | www.precision.net.nz

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Waterfront Opportunity To Renovate Or Rebuild 21 & 23 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay

Surrounded by some of the best beachfront real estate on the North Shore.

Here is a rare opportunity to transform or rebuild into one or two high quality homes on this outstanding 809m2 beachfront site. To be sold together house 23 has a floor area of 230m2 and has 3 bedrooms, large lounge /dining, office, 2 bathrooms and a double garage. CV $3,450,000.

House 21 has a floor area of 180m2 and includes 2 bedrooms plus a study, large lounge dining area, 2 bathrooms and a double garage.

CV $2,375,000. Come and enjoy a beach side lifestyle at one of the North Shore's best beaches at Campbells Bay. These opportunities are becoming very rare so an immediate inspection is recommended.

Contact Andrew to arrange a viewing.

Sensational Sumich Clifftop On Over 1,800m2 SO

Occupying a prominent, sprawling waterfront site of over 1,800sqm, this 500sqm plus family home has been finished to perfection with elegant European styling, typical of Lawrence Sumich Architecture. This home will certainly impress buyers wanting an uncompromised, large and spectacularly finished waterfront residence.

Finished in 2002, this home boasts five bedrooms plus an office and a separate spacious studio or work from home space. Five elegant bathrooms including three separate ensuites are fantastically appointed.

Ground floor living is centred around a stunning central courtyard. This courtyard faces north, benefitting from all day sun, fantastic natural light and sheltered from prevailing winds. American oak timber grace the floors on the ground level as well as Hinuera Stone, which together with the high stud, creates a spectacular living space.

The kitchen, dining and a lounge space flows out to a stunning covered terrace which benefits from close sweeping sea views over the beautifully landscaped grounds including a concrete pool. Upstairs there are four bedrooms including a lavish master suite with his and hers walkin fitted wardrobes, ensuite and private balcony. There is a separate wing on the upper level comprising of an ensuite guest room and a studio.

If you are looking for an uncompromised cliff top home, then 189 Beach Road, is an absolute must view.

For sale by Expressions Of Interest (if not sold prior) by 14th March 2017

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189 Beach Road, Campbells Bay

Contact Andrew Dorreen for further information about these spectacular real estate offerings or go online to andrewdorreen.com Andrew has averaged over $100,000,000 of transactions per year in the last three consecutive years making him one of the top residential salespeople in the country.

He successfully transacted $106,207,000 across 27 sales in 2016, which is an average of $3,933,000 per sale.

To market and sell your high end property with a proven performer with 15 years in the industry, contact Andrew Dorreen now.

Proven Exceptional Results In The Highest End Of The Market – Year on Year.

Sign up for Property Updates at www.andrewdorreen.com. Follow his facebook page and Instagram feed.

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The Channel Crossword

Set locally by Mãyã, especially for Channel each month. No. 23 Across 1 See 1 Down For starters, ban tip as too lacking in 3 extremes (9) 8 Higher payment Jagger asked of a

grammatical unit (9) 10/7 Not how this sort of person would

pronounce "high tea" (5-5) 12 See 9 Down 13 Stain solver used for emphasis? (4,3) 15 See 20 16 Crack paper upturns (9) 18 Fog arises, obscuring bird of prey (9) 20/15 Corny flavour (5-5) 21 Jabs six-footer with hockey stick for a

second, gaining a second (7) 23 See 20 Down 25/22 Diddley pursuing ma? Nonsense! (5-5) 26 Acknowledgment of promotion to

assignment (9) 27 Bond's bird? (9) 28 Crazy over knockout (4)

Down 1/1A Note Marty artlessly raves about predatory insects (4,4) 2 Tollgates send fish back (9) 4/23 Wishy-washy beside chap rising first (5-5) 5 Bother, engaged! (9) 6 Desiring a tailored T-shirt (7) 7 See 10 Across 9/12 Blow this monkey business! (5-5) 11 What freedom of speech lets you have -

constant valediction (5,3) 14 Maxim A. Proshim, criminal (8) 16 Chief Petty Officer Higgs, say? (9) 17 Create undergarment using what's

available? (9) 19 I'd follow the successor of Ipso? That's a

common misconception (7) 20/23A O, such rampant jiggery-pokery! (5-5) 22 See 25 Across 23 See 4 24 Article about we don't know who (4)

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For all the answers of length (5-5) - the definition part of the clue applies to the whole answer; the rest only applies to the first half, from which the second half may be deduced.

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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Solution to last month's crossword

Over $1.9 billion in Settled Sales January 1999 — March 2016

Have confidence you are dealing with the best.

Reward yourself with experience and results.

Nadja Court 021 777 690 n.court@barfoot.co.nz

barfoot.co.nz/n.court

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Victoria Bidwell

021 947 080 or 09 487 0735 | victoria.bidwell@bayleys.co.nz Bayleys top agent on the North Shore for over 10 years • International Property Awards London-Winner Best Property Marketing • Winner Bayleys National Waterfront Marketing Award • Top Agent for Bayleys North Shore since 2006 • Winner Bayleys National Residential Marketing Award - Best Property Marketing • Bayleys National Top Achiever since 2007

Bayleys Real Estate Limited, Takapuna Licensed under the REA Act 2008