Channel Magazine July 2017

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BUILDING & HOME MAINTENANCE WITH QPC BUILD GROUP

Large Renovation – Beach Haven We recently completed this very interesting architecturally designed renovation. The client who had lived in the home for 20 years loved the location but could now afford to make it something special. Working with award winning architects Creative Arch we got together and came up with some great ideas to extend and improve this 1970’s homes The site itself was tricky, it was up a steep driveway and the clients wanted to maximize on the land space there was and really make the house as large as we could whilst keeping the swimming pool area for the kids.

We ended up with a stunning home that had all the living and entertaining and master suite on the top floor and the rest of the bedrooms and kids lounge on the lower level.

We have used different materials to highlight different aspects of the home. All with the brief of being low maintenance and easy to clean due to the sea spray and height of the house. The use of vertical colour steel sheets add grandeur and depth to the house.

The grooves in the cladding make the large scale of it softer on the eye and its surroundings.

The existing concrete block base was plastered and painted a simple white. It draws your eye horizontally balancing out the house on the section and giving the house a bit more texture.

We have used different materials to highlight different aspects of the home. All with the brief of being low maintenance and easy to clean…

The large windows have been cleverly designed to catch light from the north and east as the house faces the ocean to the south west. This has been difficult but the result is huge views out to sea without compromising any natural light.

The large cedar decking that flanks all sides of the home make for great indoor outdoor flow from the sizeable open plan living, kitchen and dining perfect for entertaining.

We have ended up with a warm and inviting home with plenty of personality and plenty of space for the family. If you have a project in mind then get in touch with us today for a no obligations chat, or for more information on other projects we have done check out our website www.qpcbuilders.co.nz

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We'll make moving easy At Ray White Takapuna, our people are committed to a culture of excellence, caring and giving back. We understand your need to feel safeguarded throughout your entire selling campaign - our standards and values, underpinned by communication and accountability, will support you in receiving the best possible experience. We pride ourselves on creating a fantastic experience with professional service for each one of our clients. We do it right, we do it well and we do it together.

Monday

Tuesday

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The Great Piratical Rumbustification, The PumpHouse Theatre, Killarney Park, Takapuna, 10:30am and either 1pm or 2pm – check details at https://nz.patronbase.com/_TimBray/ Productions/17PR/Performances until Sat 22 Jul. Morning Melodies– Long Bay College Musical Showcase Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 11am-12pm

Wednesday

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Rotary Browns Bay, the Bays Club, Browns Bay, 7am Confidence, Wellbeing & Employment Guidance, Norman King Building, 65 Pearn Crescent, Northcote, 2:30pm.

Also 11 & 18 July Man of Steel - Birkenhead College 2017 production, Brian Gerrard Theatre, 140 Birkdale Road, Birkenhead, 7pm. Until Friday 7 July

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Jacob Sartorius, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 7.30pm A Discovery Course in Computing, Westlake Boys High School, 30 Forrest Hill Rd, Westlake, Tue-Fri 8:30am – 5:00pm this week and next

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TMC Nancy’s Afternoon, celebrating 50 years! Free entertainment and afternoon tea for people in retirement homes, Takapuna Methodist Church, 2pm

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LittleCooks Gluten Free Cooking Class for Kids, Windsor Park Baptist Church, 550 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, 4.30–6pm

Winter Fun Pre-school Play, Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd, Takapuna, 10am–12pm Action Stations: Off the Charts! Navy Museum, 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport, 10:30am- 3pm Weekdays until 21 July Auckland Musical Theatre Workshop, North Shore Brass Band Hall, 3 Taharoto Rd, Takapuna. Until Saturday 15 July

The PumpHouse After-school drama programme, term 3 starts, The PumpHouse Theatre, Killarney Park, Takapuna, 4–5pm Popular Social Mechanics, Lake House Arts, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, image installation by Sam Melser, until 26 August

Thursday

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COGS and Lotteries funding workshop, Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd, Takapuna, 12-2pm (lunch provided). Register info@ancad.org.nz Free information evening for landlords and investors, Ray White Takapuna, 87 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 5.30pm Mid Bays Schools Music Festival, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 7pm.

Also 6 July

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Belmont Bayswater Probus Club, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 10am-12pm. Ph Jean 482 0098 North Harbour Club AIMES Winners Network Get-together, 5.30pm

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ANCAD’s 43rd AGM, Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna, 12-2pm (lunch provided). RSVP info@ancad.org.nz or ph 486 4820

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Operatunity presents: It's Rainin' Men! Windsor Park Baptist Church, 550 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, 11am–1pm Artrageous Secondary Schools Exhibition, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Rd, Mairangi Bay. Until 6 Aug North Harbour Club, Annual General Meeting & After 5 Networking Event Spencer on Byron Hotel, 5pm arrival

Every Monday

Every Tuesday

Vinyasa Flow and Mums & Bubs yoga classes, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 7.30pm. Also Mums & Bubs Yoga, Fridays 10.30am. Ph Julia 021 228 3778

Glenfield Laughter Club, Glenfield Senior Citizens Hall, 5 Mayfield Road, Glenfield, 9.30 – 10.15am Winter Fun Preschool Play, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 9:30am – 11am. Free Dance in the Dark, Women only, Basement Studio, BURN 24hr Fitness, 11 Barry's Point Road Takapuna, 7-8pm, contact laura@SOLdancex.com

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The Virtuoso Strings Youth Orchestra, Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm

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Robotics School Holiday Programme, Upper Harbour Primary School, 140 Kyle Rd, Albany, 9am. Also Monday 10 July

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Shoreside Theatre presents A Murder Is Announced, by Agatha Christie, 7.30pm.Until 5 August, Wed - Sun. Sat matinees 2pm, Sun evening 4pm. Book: https://nz.patronbase. com/_PumpHouse/Productions/AMIA/ Performances

Every Wednesday Winter Fun Pre-School Play, Lake House Arts Centre, 37 Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am–12pm; , Sunnynook Community Centre, Sunnynook, 9:30am North Shore Brass and North Shore Brass Academy, 13A Taharoto Road Takapuna, from 5.30pm www.northshorebrass.org.nz North Shore Chorale, St George’s Church Hall, 2 The Terrace Takapuna, 7:30pm Taichi for health, Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1.30pm, sherie@taichikiwi.nz

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Takapuna Central Ladies Probus Club, Senior Citizens Hall (opposite the library), 10am-12pm

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Every Thursday Yogi Kids classes for ages 6-14 yrs, Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna, www.yogikids.co.nz Northcote Petanque Club, Northcote Bowling Club, Little Shoal Bay, 4- 6pm Basketball Run - Women Only, YMCA North Shore, 5 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, 7– 8:30pm

July 2017 Community Calendar

This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for community events.

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

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Kaipatiki Project Community 1 Bushcare Day. Meet at 10am, Eskdale Road opposite Hobby Ave. Five Lacquer artists from China, Lake House Arts, Takapuna, opening 11am.

Until 23 July Takapuna Winter Shop & Win Promotion starts – until 31 August

A conversation of Mana and 2 Matariki, Witi Ihimaera and guests, The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 3pm Auckland Live Pick & Mix: Superhero Circus, The Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 10.30am

Cirque Grande, Smales Farm, Q4 on 7 The Boulevard, Takapuna, Auckland, 7-9pm. Until 23 July Ice Skate Tour, Glamorgan Primary School, 145 Glamorgan Drive, Torbay.

Until 13 July

Kids Learn 2 Ride: Greville Reserve, 8 Forrest Hill Rd, 10am–12pm Handweavers and Spinners Guild: On the Wing, Depot Artspace, Devonport, 2pm. Until 26 July Miss Auckland 2017, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 7pm North Rugby Fanzone, North Shore Events Centre, Silverfield & Argus Place Entrances, Wairau Valley, 6–10pm

Auckland Live Pick & Mix: Trick 9 of the Light, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 10.30am Devonport Craft & Fine Food Market, Devonport Community House, 10am Tartan Day Tattoo Celebration, North Shore Events Centre, Free.

Drawings. Exhibition opening, Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote, 4pm.

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Let's Build & Create, Bayview 15 Community Centre, 72 Bayview Road, Glenfield, 2–4pm Stand with Her Tour, Holly Arrowsmith, Aro and Aaron//David, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 7pm.

Zine Session, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Rd, Mairangi Bay, 1-4pm

Jazz Vespers, Concert at Takapuna Methodist Church, Takapuna, 7pm

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Baby Massage - Dads 22 (and others) Class, Onewa Parents Centre, Rawene Centre, Birkenhead, 10am Learn to Draw - Portraits for Beginners, J. F. Kennedy Park Observation Post, 137 - 139 Beach Road, Castor Bay, 9am; also Sun 23 July.

Around the World In 80 Minutes, 23 Auckland Wind Orchestra, The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont, 2–4.30pm Auckland Live Pick & Mix: Royal Jelly, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, 10.30am

The Pink Floyd Experience, 28 Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm John McGough Trumpeter / DJ, Birkenhead RSA, Recreational Drive, Birkenhead, 6.30–11.30pm

$1 Jumble Sale, The Salvation 29 Army, Glenfield, 8am Kaipatiki Project Community Bushcare Day. Meet at 10am, Eskdale Road opposite Hobby Ave. From the Rivers to the Shore, Depot Artspace, Devonport, 2pm. Until 16 Aug Herman's Hermits, Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm

Auckland Live Pick & Mix: Te Rehia Theatre, Bruce Mason Centre, 10.30am

Every Friday

Every Saturday

Continued from June

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Where Shall We Call Home?

Depot Artspace, Devonport.

Until 5 July Feast, group exhibition celebrating food and feasting, Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote. Until 5 July

BASTILLE DAY – celebrate French culture!

Rotary Annual Charity Book Fair, Northcote College, Northcote, 11am.

Also 15 & 16 Jul from 9am

Takapuna Friendship Club, Sunnybrae Bowling Club, 9.30am.

New members welcome; ph 0274753058 or 4868025

Chair Yoga for people with limited mobility, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 10.45-11.30am Club 55 – Tenpin Bowling, Xtreme Entertainment, Target Court, 10am Beginners Ukulele Band, Albany House, 575 Albany Highway, Albany Village, 10.30am –12pm

Browns Bay Laughter Club, East Coast Bays Community Centre, Browns Bay, 9–9:45am Devonport Toy Library, Devonport Community House, 9.30 -11am Devonport Museum, Saturdays & Sundays, 33a Vauxhall Rd, 12–4pm

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Monday Shore Funny, open mic comedy, The Vic, Devonport, 8pm

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Every Sunday Takapuna Markets, Anzac Street carpark, Takapuna; Browns Bay Sunday Market 25 Anzac Road, Browns Bay; Auckland Night Markets, Glenfield Mall Kennedy Park WWII Trust Tunnel Opening, every second Sunday, Kennedy Park, 11am-2pm

For our latest property listings and events...www.rwtakapuna.co.nz

CONTENTS COVER FEATURES

TAKAPUNA BEACH

40 Channel Interview: Hamish Mouat

30 Views from the Beach with TBBA

33 All About Arts

MILFORD FEATURES

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Milford News

45 Shop the Shore 62 Channel People - My Favourite Recipe

DEVONPORT

65 Channel People - My Dog and Me

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Destination Devonport

68 Interview: David Gibson 86 Channel People - I Love What I Do

ARTS

90 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton

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The PumpHouse

108 Channel Youth with Jessy Thurston

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The Rose Centre

126 North Shore History with David Verran

23 The Vic

136 The Channel Crossword

88 Northart

OUT & ABOUT 02 Community Calendar 08 Out & About on the Shore

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89 Lake House Arts Centre

EDUCATION

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94 Kristin School 96 Westlake Girls' High School

EATING OUT 24 Eating Out Feature:

Pushkar Indian Cuisine

98 Takapuna Grammar

25 Eating Out: Restaurant Listings

100 Westlake Boys' High School

26 Eating Out Feature: El Humero

102 Long Bay College

99 Rosmini College

103 Pinehurst School 104 Rangitoto College Cover photo by Kennedy Anderson.

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FROM THE EDITOR

Janet Marshall

The Channel team with the striking Channel vehicle.

From left: Christine Young, Aidan Bennett, Heather Vermeer, Crystal Sharp, Bridget Phillips.

We’re buzzing - we’re electric!

The office is buzzing with the America’s Cup win as we go to print with our July issue.

I'm sure there are many Shore people who will be riding the waves of celebration over the coming weeks with the homecoming and as more details emerge around the event’s return to our shores in four years’ time. The winning crew included young Shore yachtie (turned cyclist) Andy Maloney who helped pedal Emirates Team New Zealand to victory. We salute you!

We’re also buzzing in an electrical kind of way, with a new hybrid vehicle powering Channel around the Shore. The car’s striking graphics have been expertly designed and applied by Benefitz, of course. And we also have a fully electric small vehicle in the fleet. It feels good to driving around with our gorgeous Shore scenery for all to see, and to be doing our bit to lower fuel emissions whilst quietly gliding to our ‘Out & About’ events!

This issue is dedicated to the strong arts communities we have here on the Shore. Every week we have something new to explore; from visual art exhibitions to musical theatre, dance

productions to orchestral concerts. We love sharing news from many of our local arts venues each month and for our July issue, we profile several people on their own unique creative paths; from orchestral librarian to belly dancer.

In line with this theme our cover features the multi-talented Hamish Mouat; a young creative making his mark early in life as a director, producer, choreographer, theatre awards judge and more. Hamish is a ‘Shore boy’ who has already plied his trade from Campbells Bay to California and back. He shares his story in this issue.

To keep our sports quota up, Aidan chats to new GM of North Harbour Rugby, former Blues halfback, David Gibson. We’re also celebrating more national sporting success with the All Blacks’ victory over the British and Irish Lions, and have photographs from a special QBE Lions Lunch event, as well as a players’ visit to Kristin School.

Here’s to a jubilant July.

Janet knows the North Shore market nd a solution for YOU!  One of the leading commercial sales and leasing brokers on the North Shore  Over a decade with Colliers  In excess of $50 million in sales in 2015

Call Janet now for a complimentary appraisal or market update.

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APARTMENT LIVING WITH PREMIUM REAL ESTATE

A chat with...

Kathryn Robertson About Apartment Investments CHANNEL MAGAZINE: Is there still interest from property investors in the apartment market?

KATHRYN ROBERTSON: There definitely is. The sector has changed over the last five years. It used to be that 80% of apartment sales in Auckland were to investors but this has trended down below 60%. This reflects the fact that apartments are now seen as a real option for owner/occupiers whether as a first home option or for those down-sizing, although the volume of actual sales for investment purposes remains strong.

CM: What are key drivers for investors looking at apartments?

KR: Firstly they need to decide on their investment objective. Is it capital gain or cashflow? Most long-term investors are more focused on yield, but with changes in the market over recent years, we have seen significant price increases achieved in apartments purchased off plans, making potential capital gain a strong secondary factor.

CM: What additional factors do they need to take into consideration?

KR: As well as researching rental history and market trends, primarily they will look at the actual floor size of the property and its layout, the number of bedrooms and availability of car parking. Then consideration needs to be given to the quality of the fit-out and any appliances, together with additional amenities such as a gym or pool. The next step is to look outside of the complex to consider everything from schools, to universities, public transport, parks and shops.

CM: What are the mistakes that investors need to avoid?

KR: Common mistakes can be investors rushing into purchasing an investment property without doing sufficient due diligence.

Research and advice are key – research the property and what it offers thoroughly, including the body corporate rules, location of the development (e.g. possibly changes in zoning, and amenities within the area), understand the cashflow

Kathryn Robertson and Trudi Petrie.

requirements and have a good handle on costs and potential for those costs to increase, and seek advice from your lawyer around the Sale & Purchase agreement and body corporate information. It is vital investors understand the time and energy required to manage a property, tenant it, maintain it and finance it. Less emotion and more commercial acumen is the key.

CM: What does this mean for those looking to invest in the current market?

KR: Across Auckland demand still outstrips supply, particularly for fringe CBD and the suburbs. The last two years has seen strong interest levels in suburban apartments for owner-occupiers but also to meet demand for rental stock. There are now a number of apartments at varying stages of development. It is clear that some of these will fit better with the needs of investors than others due to their location and yield. Do your research and talk to an agent with specialised knowledge.

For more information contact Kathryn Robertson: Phone 021 490 480 or email: kathrynrobertson@premium.co.nz or visit: www.premium.co.nz

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

MAKEOVER MAGIC AT HARCOURTS MAIRANGI BAY A lavish lunchtime event at Harcourts Mairangi Bay left ladies with luscious skin, lovely lashes and locks. Elizabeth Arden make up artist Dorothy Ng treated guests to a skincare and make up tutorial before local hair stylist Michelle Budge discussed and demonstrated hair trends. Organised by Harcourts' residential sales team James Dixon and Sarah Showler, the Beach Road real estate boardroom event was packed with guests who enjoyed champagne, nibbles, goody bags and prizes.

Sarah Meares, Althea Parker.

Kay Morganty, Heather Townshend.

Amy Padlie, Donna Witherden, Diane Mayo.

Michelle Budge, Sarah Showler.

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Delwyn Roff, Tori Woollett.

Joyce Haynes, Alayne Hughes.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

BECROFT ARIA FINAL AT THE PUMPHOUSE The North Shore Performing Arts Society's Becroft Aria Final was the culmination of a weekend-long senior vocal festival at The PumpHouse Theatre held over Queen's Birthday weekend. Performance categories spanned a range of vocal talent from oratorio to German lieder, music theatre to vocal duets. The eight finalists in the Becroft aria were seven female soprano singers with baritone Alexander Garvey the sole male. The audience was treated to 16 superb aria renditions, with adjudicator Dr Sarah Court complimenting all finalists on their quality and urging them to pursue their dreams as singers. Madison Nonoa was presented with the winner's cup and $5000 prize from the David and Genevieve Becroft Foundation. Clare Hood was runner up and Alicia Cadwgan took third place.

Michelle Thorne, Christine McDonald, Madison Nonoa.

Peter Dodd, Helen Gaeta, Ros Dodd.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

PINEHURST LADIES' LUNCHEON AT CHELTENHAM The sun shone on ladies from Pinehurst School as they gathered for their annual luncheon event, with Cheltenham Beach providing a spectacular backdrop.

Parents, staff and guests enjoyed bubbles, generous goody bags, great food and conversation, as well as an after lunch speech from Denise L'Estrange-Corbet, founder of WORLD fashion brand. Pinehurst's Head Girl Anna Yu and Deputy Head Girl Chase Clayton spoke at the event held at McHugh's, as did founding principal Sherida Penman Walters before she retires from the school. Alex Reed takes over as principal at the end of Term Two.

Julie Hobbs, Michelle Robinson, Tracey Burnand, Annette Sabor, Helen Gyde.

Denise L'Estrange-Corbet, Sherida Penman Walters, Karen Murrell.

Lianne Maric, Trudi Molloy, Judy Pascoe.

Marg Cross, Judy Wallace, Shannon Sager.

Karim Portella, Tammy Eden, Tina Coombes.

Susie Cropper, Louise Brooks, Rebecca Steele.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

SHINE AT NEXT DOOR GALLERY Artists and guests mingled in celebration of Matariki for the opening of the 'Shine' exhibition at Next Door Gallery, Birkenhead Point.

Artworks in many mediums were unveiled, all based on the 'Shine' theme honouring Matariki and winter solstice. Several of the artists exhibiting were in attendance at the gorgeous gallery which brings New Zealand art to the heart of Hinemoa Street. The exhibition ran from 15th to 25th June.

Tony Albrecht, Nanette and Kim Randall.

Julie Davies, Jennifer Broad, Tina De Suza.

Charlene, Avalee and Wendy Crsip.

Danielle van Rossum, Holly Roach.

Stuart Jones, Darren Cuschieri, Simon Blincoe.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

A FEAST FOR THE EYES AT NORTHART The latest exhibition to open at Northart is Feast, a group exhibition curated

by Northart's director Wendy Harsant. The artists interpretations of the brief were expressed in painting, photography, collage and ceramics celebrating food and feasting. Exhibiting artists, and well-known members of the arts community joined Northart members and art lovers to take in the visual feast and to celebrate the opening at the Northcote gallery. They and visitors to the gallery during the exhibition, which runs until 5th July, are invited to support Northart by buying tickets to a raffle. The prize? Appropriately, a feast of gourmet products produced on the North Shore.

George Ritchie, Dick Frizzell, Ross Ritchie.

Brenda Shotter, Jacqueline Aust, Wendy Harsant.

Danielle Grant, Liz Edkins, Belinda Cooke.

Mary Matthew, Niki Simpkin-Hill, Geena Hill, Ben Simpkin.

Stuart Spackman, Heather Gouden.

Ross Ritchie, Harvery Benge, Don Abbott.

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LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS IN TAKAPUNA All the pomp and ceremony of The Last Night of the Proms came to Takapuna for a rousing celebration of British culture. The Bruce Mason Centre was resplendent in red, white and blue as Union Jacks, balloons, streamers and fancy dress costumes brought colour to the sounds of Auckland Symphony Orchestra's music at the Auckland Live event. Crowds joined the Stellar Singers and Paradisum Choir in renditions of traditional British songs, from Land of Hope and Glory and Jerusalem, through to modern classics such as Bohemian Rhapsody by Freddie Mercury and Petula Clark's Downtown. Shore conductor Peter Thomas entertained excellently, as did soloists Sarah Court, Clare Hood and the young Milford School Dancers.

Debbie Foreman, Richard Worker, Christine Granger.

Helen Greenway, Trish Howard.

Shirley Bawden, Jan Haedifen, Alayne Hughes, Vicki Lambert, Sheryl Bawden, Aisha O'Donnell.

Angela, Richard and Elaine Eames.

Tania Anstiss, Wendy Strain.

Lois and Ian Wyatt, Penny Wall.

Stan Sutherland, Tony Hodgson.

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CHARLIE’S PLAYDATE AT TAKAPUNA BEACH PLAYGROUND Channel Magazine went along to join in the fun at Charlie’s Playdate, held at the Takapuna Beach Playground on Saturday June 24th. The event was an initiative of the Takapuna North Community Trust, supported by the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

When the Takapuna Beach Playground was conceived by local couple and key funders, Jackie and Chris Reeve, a key ingredient was that it catered for those with disabilities. They consulted closely with organisations such as the Wilson Home who work in that sector. It is ironic therefore that the Charlie’s Playdate event resulted from an incident at the playground for a disabled youngster.

Charlie Gordon-Stables (6) visited the playground with his mum Kirstin McKendry and had a seizure as they arrived. Others present told Kirstin that Charlie should go away, because he was frightening their children.

Kirstin detailed her experience on a local residents Facebook page and received lots of support. As a result the Takapuna community rallied around Charlie and Kirstin and the idea for the Charlie’s Playdate event was conceived. Takapuna North community coordinator Sarah Thorne decided that holding a fun, accessible and inclusive event at Takapuna Beach Playground would be the perfect way to demonstrate community support for other parents of children with special needs and show them that our public spaces are for everyone.

There was certainly a real party atmosphere with face painters, children's entertainers, decorations, bubbles and lot of locals – including local policemen mixing and mingling in the fun. Channel captured some highlights.

Eva, Toby, Mila and Esme Barber with Amanda Leo (holding balloon).

Policemen Sunny Patel and Jimmy Bolton with Xavier Kershaw.

Raj Deep and Johnny Herring.

Charlie Gordon-Stables, Kirstin McKendry and Mike Cohen.

Blake and Amy Bolton, Barry Wallace.

Maddy (aka Kung Fu Panda), Eloise and Sarah Thorne.

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

NORTH HARBOUR CLUB QBE LIONS LUNCH The British and Irish Lions' Tour Manager John Spencer captivated guests at a very special North Harbour Club Charity Lunch held at QBE Stadium on Friday 23rd June. The QBE Lions Lunch brilliantly set the scene ahead of the first test between the All Blacks and the British and Irish Lions the following day. Captain of the Blues team, victorious over the visitors, James Parsons, and Bryn Gatland, Barbarian player and son of British and Irish Lions Coach Warren Gatland, joined MC Shane Cortese on stage for a rugby panel discussion with New Zealand's chief liaison officer for the tour, Peter White. A raffle and auction, which included a signed British and Irish Lions' jersey and signed Emirates Team New Zealand America's Cup shirt, raised several thousand dollars for Shore Junction Takapuna's new youth innovation centre project.

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BRIGHTENING UP WINTER AT STELLAR 2017 The third annual celebration of the winter solstice and Matariki was attended by thousands at Smales Farm over four evenings from Thursday 22nd June. The festival included seven stunning light installations designed by Kiwi light artist and architect Angus Muir, to celebrate the Matariki constellation. A focus on interactive works meant visitors could be more involved in the experience, and music, entertainment, and food provided a bright, fun, mid-winter evening for the large crowds who attended.

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ANDREW DORREEN

"The Show Never Stops" Exquisite Mid-Century Residence 4A Wanganella Street, Birkenhead Point Completely rebuilt and completed in 2016, this magnificently designed mid-century inspired take of modern architecture can only be described as spectacular! The home was the supreme winner of the Auckland Registered Master Builder’s House of the Year award in 2016.

Described by the owners as “like being at a show that never stops”, you quite simply get mesmerised by the expansive views which are uninterrupted on both floors. Built on over half an acre of predominantly bush, the property offers superb privacy.

Through the front door you’re greeted by the Auckland Harbour Bridge and Auckland City skyline in all its glory! Floor to ceiling windows showcase this view which extends from Birkenhead

Point right down the Harbour. Offering 4 bedrooms, an office, a stunning media room and two other living rooms, this home will cater for the average sized kiwi family, or the executive couple in complete comfort and luxury. Oak flooring, vertical cedar, air conditioning, bespoke kitchen, with walnut cabinetry creates linear lines showcasing the precision the tradesmen went to under construction.

This home is one of The North Shore's most spectacular homes - ready for you to move in and enjoy.

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ANDREW DORREEN

“The Entertainer” Exquisite Lakeside Residence 4 Kitchener Road, Takapuna In the heart of the North Shore's famed golden mile, 4 Kitchener Road, Takapuna has the best of both worlds. Uninterrupted and panoramic views of the lake with direct lake access for launching yachts or kayaks – plus the beach access across the road (57 steps via Audrey Lane). This super stylish residence is built with little expense spared and oozing quality. Offering 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms (including 3 ensuites) and two expansive living rooms with amazing natural light and cutting edge features. This home is designed for entertaining in complete privacy and comfort and is sure to impress even the most meticulous buyer. Sitting watching the sun setting over the lake is a dream of many – now is your chance to secure it.

• 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms including 3 ensuites and spacious office.

• Large media room with 150 inch screen and new 4g projector.

• Lavish master suite with own deck, outdoor fire seating, beautiful ensuite and large wardrobes • Underfloor heating throughout ground floor (and all bathrooms), European sandstone feature wall entrance and feature interior waterfall.

• Secure parking for two garaged cars, plus at least four to five others onsite inside gates.

Recently updated with new wide tray pitched roof, and aluminium cladding with new CCC. All new media package.

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

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Andrews personal sales last year alone totalled $106,207,000 at an average of $3,933,000 per property and has broken the $100 million for the last three consecutive calendar years. This makes him one of New Zealand's most successful residential sales people.

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS

The PumpHouse latest from Theatre Director James Bell.

The Rose Centre news from Challen Wilson.

A Pirate Party

and a Mid-Winter Mystery

James Bell

What is it about kids and pirates....and...well... everyone and pirates really?

The fascination is centuries old. The murderous escapades of infamous 16th century pirates such as Edward Teach (Blackbeard), Henry Morgan and Captain Kidd captured the imaginations of authors such as Daniel Defoe, Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and JM Barrie whose creations reflect the manner and garb of that era of piracy. Even news stories of real-life 21st century piracy somehow don't compare to the adventure, freedom and excitement encountered with characters like Long John Silver (Treasure Island), Captain Hook (Peter Pan) and The Dread Pirate Roberts (The Princess Bride). These days, kid-friendly versions of the classic pirate bear little resemblance to Blackbeard but the sense of adventure sticks firmly to pirate lore - every child's movie library must surely contain at least one featuring that eternal rapscallion Jack Sparrow. And for parents and grandparents who have now reached 'a certain age', Captain Pugwash was compulsory after-school viewing. Now Lego Pirates.... it will never end.

Apparently too many pirates is never enough which has ensured that Margaret Mahy's picture book, The Great Piratical Rumbustification was an instant hit with the kids and it's this story that Tim Bray Productions brings to the stage this month for the July school holidays. Why do kids like pirates so much? Probably because if there were no adults to stop them, they'd always choose freedom, adventure and excitement over homework, chores and early to bed on school nights.

Agatha Christie Murder Mystery: Similarly, fascination with murder mysteries shows no sign of abating especially for fans of the queen of the genre. Shoreside Theatre returns for its fifth annual season of Agatha Christie and her play A Murder is Announced. The fun is always in trying to guess whodunit while being led on a wild goose chase full of red herrings, mixed-metaphorically speaking.

Games and Puzzles in the Amphitheatre: We've got more school holiday fun this month. Giant versions of well-known games and puzzles such as Connect 4 and Jenga will give parents and kids a chance to challenge each other. An all day family pass is only $30 so there's time to try them all.

After-School Drama Programme: Drama teacher Mags Delaney must be doing something right; parents keep re-enrolling their children term after term. Space is limited but there are still a few places left in the programme for Term 3. Enrol now.

Winter-time is theatre time.

Cheers, James Bell

What's On...

July 1 - 22 Tim Bray Productions presents The Great Piaratical Rumbustification Two shows daily 10.30am & 2pm except Sunday Tickets $22 -$25

@ The PumpHouse July 8 - 22 from 9am In the PumpHouse Amphitheatre Pop's Games & Puzzles Adult $10 Senior/Child <12 $8 Family pass $30 (valid all day) July 24 - Sept 11 PumpHouse After School Drama Programme with Mags Delaney Ages 7 - 11 Per child per term $100

July 27 - Aug 5 Shoreside Theatre Presents A Mid-Winter Murder Mystery A Murder is Announced

By Agatha Christie Adult $27.50 Senior $24 Student $22 Group rates avail

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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Centre activation and our unfaltering preschool

Challen Wilson

It is wonderful to be back in the office and to have our doors open to the public again. The building has received some much needed loving care this year and is looking fresh and bright.

In the few weeks since moving back into The Rose Centre, Winter Fun Preschool Play Mornings have started up for this year, our friends from the Russian Youth Cultural Centre from Howick returned for their annual show, Magic Moments Magic Show was sold out and Devonport Drama staged its 15th anniversary show. It is so lovely to welcome our regular hirers back to the Centre – including The Rebus Club of Devonport for its June meeting.

In the meantime, Company Theatre is in rehearsal for "Ladies' Day"

by Amanda Whittington and directed by Kathy Gent – one to look forward to in August!

Winter Fun is on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:00 through to 24 October 2017. Come in for a cuppa and your toddlers can play with big toys, be active and make new friends. These free/casual sessions are run by Devonport Peninsula Trust. Please contact Maria Teape 445 9533 or maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz.

We welcome enquiries about hiring the Centre, and have a flexible hire package depending on what your group needs. We have officially rolled out our community hub aka foyer and kitchen, with a sharedmindfulness vibe or an exclusive hire can be arranged.

As with any community organisation, there are always many people to thank. At this time The Rose Centre Board and I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the valuable support from the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board, in particular their support through their discretionary grants programme for 2017.

Words from our Preschool: Kia ora, the Rose Centre Community Preschool opened almost 25 years ago and has been an integral part of the lives of many children and families in the community. We cater for children aged 18 months to 5 years. We have changed our programme to extend our hours from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. These changes were made to align with our new vision to keep preschoolers at the Centre until they move on to primary school. Our inclusive preschool is licensed for up to 21 children, and we have three fully qualified, registered teachers and one teacher aid on staff. Over the years, we have developed a wonderful rapport with Belmont Primary School, and many of our children transition there as well as to other local schools.

The Rose Centre Community Preschool is delighted to announce that the Stage 1 upgrade of our playground will be completed at the end of Term 2, 2017. Our families and the community have provided such fantastic support over the past two years throughout our fundraising efforts. We are optimistic that Stage 2 will be able to commence in 2018.

And a final note and thank you before signing off for this issue to our wonderful community of Belmont-Bayswater. Thank you for your patience and support during the upheaval of our renovations. Come in and say hi, have a cup of tea and see how the Centre might be able to ignite that creative project you’ve been craving to come to fruition.

Nga mihi nui The Rose Centre team The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont 09 445 9900 info@rosecentre.co.nz www.rosecentre.co.nz

What's on at the Vic Welcome to July at The Vic! Need a birthday party or private function venue, cinema or live venue? The Vic Devonport is your place! With three cinemas, party room, two stages and on-site catering complete with lighting and PA The Vic is a one stop shop. Open daily and featuring the latest new releases, arthouse cinema and live shows, as well as the yummiest choc top ice creams and artisan gelato made on the premises. This grand old building is the longest serving cinema around and has the latest digital cinema projectors, surround sound, cosy heating and oozes with character. Want to know more? email info@thevic.co.nz or call (09) 446 0100 And if you’re feeling generous please feel free to make a donation at www.thevic.org.nz or contact the Victoria Theatre Trust on seats@thevic.org.nz to help The Vic get new seats. We need 29 more seats to complete the first stage! You’re welcome to drop in and have a look!

- Your Team at The Vic

EVENTS AT THE VIC

UPCOMING MOVIES SCHOOL HOLIDAY FILMS

Dave Walker (Live Music) - Sat 15 Jul, 8pm Dave combines fingerstyle guitar and strumming patterns on his Lowden acoustic guitar, which often finds itself in alternative tunings. Donations appreciated.

Cars 3 - Now showing

Despicable Me 3 - Now showing

The Wonderfish Collective - 2017 Shows - Fri 11 Aug, 8pm Following sell-out Dylan and Bowie shows in recent years, The Wonderfish Collective return this August with a brand new show.Songs written over the last ten years by members of the band will be performed with the full might of the 15-piece Collective. Tickets $22

Spider-Man: Homecoming (TBA) - 6 Jul

My Pet Dinosaur (PG) - 8 Jul

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (PG) - 6 Jul

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

Pushkar Indian Cuisine Takapuna

Chefs Dhan Rana and Awatar Negi, manager Gurpeet Singh, and owner Sonu Sharma in Pushkar Indian Cuisine's elegant dining area.

Authentic Indian Pushkar Indian Cuisine, the newest Indian restaurant in Takapuna, is committed to offering “very Indian, very authentic” Indian food. Its extensive menu offers some unexpected twists that will revise your views of what an Indian dining experience can be.

“I’m offering different Indian food,” says owner Sonu Sharma. “Street food – snacks and kebabs, and authentic North Indian curries.”

Pushkar is a town in Rajasthan, “where all the nice spices are from”. Chef Dhan Rana, who has developed the menu, has 27 years’ experience in Indian restaurant kitchens.

He grinds and blends all Pushkar’s spices.

This, says Sonu, ensures complex layers of flavour in each of the spice mixes, and perfect matches of the right spices with each curry.

All the food at Pushkar is made from scratch, from the spices to the chutneys that accompany the kebabs, and all the curries are gluten free. The food is cooked the traditional way on charcoal in a tandoori oven. This adds extra flavour to the naan breads and kebabs, Sonu explains.

While the food is authentic, Sonu (who also trained as a chef, but plays down his experience) and Dhan are not above trying new flavour combinations. For the lamb kebabs, for example, the cutlets are marinated in bourbon to give them an extra

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rich flavour. “We’re pushing towards Indian modern fusion,” he says, without losing the authenticity.

“Already we are attracting people from all over – as far as Hobsonville, New Lynn and Henderson. You don’t have to go to the city any more for really good Indian food.”

Sonu says while standby favourites like chicken tikka masala and lamb rogan josh are part of many diners’ regular options, the extensive menu, with about 30% of it unique to Pushkar, tempts returning diners to taste new dishes.

He recommends trying the goat black pepper, with deliciously slow-cooked boneless goat meat. “Chef is from a mountain region where they cook 50 different kinds of goat,” he says, “and he knows how to temper the gamey flavour with poppy seeds and spices.”

He also recommends the South Indian coastal malabari dishes – seafood cooked with special coconut milk and capsicum sauce; try prawn, fish or the seafood trio (scallops, prawns and fish) option. Or there’s chettinad, a black pepper, garlic, ginger and herb based curry. But above all, Sonu recommends the lamb shanks on the bone, cooked for four hours over a low heat to create a curry with perfectly blended flavours.

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dietary requirements, just let Pushkar know when you book.

Pushkar is large enough to hold parties and functions, and also offers free lunchtime delivery of takeaway orders to offices in the Takapuna area. If you need any further excuse to try Pushkar, during June and July try the $11.99 lunchtime special, with meals selected from up to 15 different curries. There’s also an $13.99 evening special on selected dishes on Mondays, Tuesday and Wednesdays.

Pushkar Indian Cuisine, 78 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, next to Glengarry Wines at the northern end of Takapuna. www.pushkar.net.nz Bookings: 09 486 2950 Open 11.30am-2.30pm; 5pm until late seven days.

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

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

ZOMER ABOUT US: The beachside atmosphere coupled with a seasonal menu and only the finest ingredients, alongside a coffee or a crisp Sauvignon. Whether you’re in need of a quality feed after a long walk on the beach or simply want a great coffee and a sweet treat on the way to work, Zomer has you covered.

Zomer offers brunch and lunch, plus out-catering and is available for functions in the evening.

THE FOOD: At Zomer we pride ourselves in serving the best seasonal produce and fantastic homemade baking fresh daily, as well as the best coffee in town.

You’ll be blown away by our fantastic Marinated Halloumi and Vine Tomato Stack and you should definitely come and try our signature Eggs Benedict.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Early Bird? Grab a $3 coffee before 9am Monday-Friday!

Open Monday-Friday: 7:30-15:00, Saturday-Sunday: 08:00-16:00, 4 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 488 7594 www.zomer.co.nz

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DANTE'S PIZZA & CASA PASTA 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: JULY 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 'til late. Fortieth and Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 09 486 3668, www.dantespizzeria.co.nz

PUKEKO ABOUT US: Pukeko’s Food Store is a welcoming café and takeaway shop located at the heart of beautiful Mairangi Bay. We serve the best coffee at Pukeko's!

THE FOOD: We create our food using the best and freshest ingredients - just like Grandma used to make!

At the Pukeko’s Food Store you can buy the wonderful Pukeko Bakery breads, delicious pastries and sandwiches. We also offer gluten free desserts, natural vegan smoothies and fresh cold pressed juices as well as real fruit icecream! For those with a hectic lifestyle pick up an acai bowl to go. This is a perfect low fat, low sugar, high energy breakfast.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Winter is here. Come and get a delicious bowl of soup with kumara roll.

There is a free WiFi in the store.

Open: Mon to Fri 7:30am - 4pm, Sat & Sun 7:30am-3pm, Shop 1, Green Gables Shopping Centre, 376 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay, 09 478 6984

SAKEBAR NIPPON JAPANESE RESTAURANT ABOUT US: We are a Japanese Izakaya Restaurant, also with a sushi train.

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

NEED TO KNOW: JULY TUES, WEDS NIGHT SPECIAL $30pp 3 course set menu, includes 1 free drink, Sushi Train plates from $2.80….Private Room with Karaoke facilities.

Takeout available Dinners: Sun - Mon 5pm - Late CLOSED MON AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz

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El Humero Takapuna

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The current menu is full of El Humero favourites – based around our delicious selection of meats from the wood fired oven or barbecue…

Alejandro Garcia

Food to Warm the Heart It’s been over a year since El Humero last featured in these pages, and in that time the popular Takapuna restaurant has continued to do what they do best - providing diners with a unique taste of Colombia in a relaxed, homely environment.

Owners Esteban Erazo and Alejandro Garcia are justifiably proud of what they have achieved since El Humero opened two years ago. Esteban says: “We have built up a large number of very loyal diners and are still Takapuna’s top rated eatery on Tripadvisor.

For our second birthday, we celebrated with staff and customers as we are so happy with this achievement. Word of mouth is spreading and the restaurant is very busy.

We feel honoured that we have been so well supported here in Takapuna.”

Alejandro is the expert when it comes to cooking the traditional Colombian fare, and he can be seen in front of the barbecue most days. “The current menu is full of El Humero favourites – based around our delicious selection of meats from the wood fired oven or barbecue,” says Esteban. The traditional beef empanadas have been joined by a vegetarian option, and there is also a vegetarian dish of plantain sautéed with vegetables, feta and mozzarella. Plantain is a less sweet variety of banana, and El Humero

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imports these direct from Colombia.

Pork sausage made to their own recipe, along with chorizo, crispy pork belly, and homemade black pudding round out the selection of entrees.

The mains menu is designed so diners can select their meat dish, a side dish and sauce of their choice, which is all included in the price. Dishes such as Costillas – El Humero’s famous short beef ribs, Carne Empalada - marinated beef knuckle, and Lomo Ancho - aged sirloin steak are always popular. Side dishes include arepa, which is a South American flat bread made with corn and is gluten-free, along with croquettes, cassava wedges and criolittas - small Colombian potatoes which are unique to El Humero in New Zealand. The selection of sauces is made fresh daily and includes tomato, tamarind and chilli and guacamole.

With their shared passion for Colombian food and culture Esteban and Alejandro have taken care to make sure their menu as authentic as possible. This extends to the drinks menu, which offers natural juices and soft drinks imported from Colombia, exclusive to El Humero in New Zealand. Another traditional drink is Aguardiente, a South American spirit similar to vodka, which has an aniseed

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flavour and can be served as shots or with a mixer. Medellin is a smooth and easy-drinking rum which can be served on the rocks or with a mix. A range of South American wines and beers are also available for a relaxed drink at the bar, or to enjoy with friends out the back in the cosy courtyard.

Esteban and Alejandro are planning a celebration at El Humero for Colombian independence day on 20th July, and with other exciting changes afoot and the popularity of this local establishment growing, it’s definitely a case of watch this space!

El Humero, Shop 3, Fortieth & Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 09 489 9973, www.elhumero.co.nz

Your monthly restaurant guide…

BIRD ON A 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 and Orakei Bay Village'.

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: JULY Our food is perfect for dining in under the heaters with an organic coffee or glass of wine, and also takeaway for one, two, the family or large groups! We also deliver in the evenings. Jump on our website, or download the Bird On A Wire app and we will prepare 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 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: JULY Supporting the Sunwolves Super 12 Team every Friday lunch.

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 confite salmon in olive oil served with beurre blanc.

Menu available on our Facebook page.

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AL FORNO ITALIAN ABOUT US: Al Forno Italian Restaurant is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. We’re known for our friendly atmosphere, our welcoming staff and our lively dining experience. Come and explore a taste of Italy right here in the heart of Takapuna.

THE FOOD: Our authentic Italian recipes have been passed down through generations are now much loved favorites here at Al Forno. Some of our most popular dishes include the Aged Rib Eye, Linguini Marinara, Tortellini di Pollo, Scaloppini Marsala and of course our wood fired pizzas.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Our specials for July are Quattro Formaggio (Four Cheese Pizza) and Beef Cannelloni. The dessert of the month is Tiramisu (pictured), made fresh in-house. We welcome two new sparkling wines to our wine list: an Italian organic Prosecco which is quite simply delicious; and the Italian Lambrusco (sparkling red wine) which was very fashionable 40 years ago and is fast making its comeback in 2017. We recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.

Open Tues to Sun 5pm-Late. 09 488 0179 FB: @alfornotakapuna 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna, www.alforno.co.nz

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: JULY 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. Try our new winter menu with new dishes such as the Chicken Guajillo Torta and the Xocolate Sándwich de Helado!

Open Mon to Sun 12pm - late.

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

CHEF AT THE LAKE HOUSE ABOUT US: Chef Grant Kitchen returns to the Shore to bring his culinary delights back - focusing on flavour, clean and honest food with healthy options based around his "Chefs for Life" campaign and recipes from his Auckland Seafood School demonstrations.

THE FOOD: Retrospective and contemporary cuisine focused on organic, free range and healthy options...

Open for dinner soon so watch this space.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Special lunch every day, and always cannelés bordelais. And don’t forget Bastille Day on 14 July.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY New winter menu in place. Bookings are welcome. Lots of functions and new exhibits.

A colouring competition for kids to win tickets to Tim Bray Productions’ new show "The Great Piratical Rumbustification" by Margaret Mahy

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

Open 7 days 8am to 4pm Mon - Friday and 8am to 3pm on the weekends (09) 486 0802 for bookings

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Your monthly restaurant guide…

LE DESIR JOJOS MADAME ABOUT US: For 11 years Madame Jojos has been providing customers with gourmet takeaway meals for eating and entertaining, and we are now open in Kitchener Road, Milford. We prepare everything in-house and specialise in fresh, seasonal food for you to eat at home. We also have a comprehensive catering menu ranging from canapés to gourmet banquets.

THE FOOD: Our selection of counter food features delicious salads, fritters, pies and tarts, and our famous burritos, along with options for vegetarian, vegan, dairy and gluten-free diners. Our packaged meals include moussaka, curries and pies, ready to heat and eat.

FRANC'S WE LOVE CONTINUES!!

Our WE LOVE Mac ’n’ Cheese promotion went so well that we have decided to introduce a new range of products that WE LOVE. They will be available throughout JULY & AUGUST. This month WE LOVE HOT DOGs and they are all only $12.50 each THE CONEY: Foot long pork sausage |savoury mince |red onion | cheese | American mustard POUTINE DOG: Foot long pork sausage | fries | tasty cheese | bacon | gravy VEGE DOG: Vege sausage | chilli beans | jalapeno | diced red onion | American mustard

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Don't feel like cooking tonight? Come in and get some real home cooking, full of goodness to just heat and enjoy. New menus posted weekly, check our Madame Jojo’s Foodstore Facebook page.

HOME OF HARD SHAKES We have a delicious range of shakes available for the young and the old BUT these ones are only available for those OVER 18. If you believe that a perfect match could be your favourite milkshake or thick shake with our choice of matching liqueur then you should definitely be hitting us up during July for your chance to be a little indulgent. These shakes look amazing but I can assure you that they taste even more amazing.

Open Mon-Fri 9.30-6pm, Sat 9-3pm 89 Kitchener Road, Milford, 09 486 5711 www.madamejojos.co.nz

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

PUSHKAR INDIAN CUISINE

ELEPHANT WRESTLER

ABOUT US: Pushkar Takapuna is the most popular newest restaurant on the North Shore at the moment. Located upstairs next to Glengarry Wines, we are known for our authentic cooking style.

Enjoy our great food and spacious welcoming décor.

THE FOOD: Very authentic menu, with food cooked from scratch over charcoal by a chef who’s travelled all over world and has 23 years’ experience. We even grind our own spices. All curries taste different. Try our specialities like SHANK ON BONE and other items you won’t find in New Zealand.

Our specials lunch starts from $11.99 seven days a week NEED TO KNOW: JULY We can arrange parties for bigger groups, with 100-plus seating capacity. We also have a corporate box for your special business lunch or dinner. Call or email to book.

Open 7 days 11.30am-2.30pm and 5pm till late 178 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, next to Glengarry Wines 09 4862950 pushkarakl@gmail.com www.pushkar.net.nz

THYME RESTAURANT ABOUT US: Located on the first floor of The Spencer on Byron Hotel, we’ve been a Takapuna favourite, delighting taste buds for over 15 years. With a variety of options on the menu including our popular Flambé and Drinks Trolley and with friendly attentive service, Thyme Restaurant is the place to be!

THE FOOD: Our menu reflects a passion for seasonal fresh food with innovative dishes designed to tantalize your taste buds. Try our Flambé Trolley on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night where our chef completes your dish at your table. We also have vegetarian, gluten free, and dairy free options.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Enjoy our Spencer 30 Min Power Lunch. The two course POWER LUNCH delivers both courses within 30 minutes for $22.50 per person! Available weekdays 12-2pm, set menu applies, three course option available, subject to availability.

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

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WE ARE JOINING IN #TAKAPUNABACKINGBLACK We are in total support of Backing the Boys in Black and we certainly are doing just that. The new projector screen in the outdoor courtyard has truly solidified the fact that we are your home for sports in Takapuna. Join us on Saturday 1st & 8th of July as the boys take on the “Pride” of the Northern Hemisphere.

You can enjoy a delicious 300gm sirloin steak with duck fat potatoes and one additional side for only $25.00. This special is available every Saturday from 5pm so make us your Saturday dinner date destination as well.

WHAT ELSE ARE WE DOING THIS MONTH: New Zealand vs The Tourists UFC 213 State of Origin 3 Bitchin’ Bingo UFC 214

Saturday 1st & 8th July Sunday 9th July Wednesday 12th July Wednesday 19th July Sunday 30th July

WE SHARE SOME GREAT #CHEAPEATS We have some great new daily food specials that we are sure that you will all love to get your lips wrapped around!!

Monday 50% OFF all steaks from 5pm Tuesday We offer our Express lunch menu from 5pm – 9pm Wednesday $10 for ALL SMALL PLATES & 12” PIZZAS Thursday 500gm chicken wings $10 & ALL burgers are only $15.00 Friday Purchase any jug of beer from 4pm – 7pm and you can

grab a $5 pizza Saturday 300gm sirloin steak with duck fat potatoes

+ 1 more side $25.00 Sunday

Check our Facebook page weekly for the Sunday Special

Open Mon - Sun 11am - Late.

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

POKÉ POKÉ

SOUL SUSHI

ABOUT US: At Poké Poké we are committed to sourcing the highest quality premium ingredients we can find. We take sustainability seriously and use only responsibly sourced ingredients and organic products where we can. You can be sure to enjoy a delicious, fresh, nutritious meal every time you walk in and feel great about what you are eating at the same time!

THE FOOD: Hawaiian cuisine Poké typically consists of chunks of marinated raw fish tossed with seaweed. We have added our own twist of Japanese and Korean elements to the concept with the idea of Poké Bowl. With build-your-own style menu you can customise your own meal with the ingredients you love, to create your own delicious, fresh, healthy Poké Bowl!

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Our July seasonal special is Kimchi-Chicken. Sous vide cooked chicken breast marinated in sweet chilli gochujang tossed with aged Kimchi. Enjoy a delicious Kimchi-Chicken Bowl with Purple Rice, Salad and Korean Pickles for only $9.90.

Poké Poké, Shop 6, Fortieth & Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 09 486 5399

ABOUT US: Soul Sushi opened in Newmarket last year and now we are excited to announce our the opening of our store in Milford. We love making delicious, healthy food for your enjoyment - and sushi is just the beginning!

THE FOOD: Our goal is to delight your eyes and awaken your palate with delicious flavours. We have a delicious range of sushi for you to select from, and we also serve variety of hot food such as donburi, ramen, yakisoba, udon and salad, which will definitely warm you up this winter. Vegetarian and gluten free options are also available.

NEED TO KNOW: JULY Complimentary miso soup and green tea for our dine-in customers (50 cents takeaway charge applies) Soul Sushi, 83-85 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 4897546

HAVE A RESTAURANT AND WANT A GOOD WAY TO PROMOTE IT? To get your restaurant advertised in our popular Channel Eating out guide contact: Bridget Phillips - bridget@channelmag.co.nz, 021 985 056 Christine Young - christine@channelmag.co.nz, 021 765 981

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ILOVETAKAPUNA NEWS

Talking Takapuna The air is colder, the nights longer, but here in Takapuna we are warming your winter up with plenty of activities and goodies!

Takapuna was happy to support our boys in black with our Takapuna Backing Black campaign last month. Thank you to everyone who showed us their true colours and participated in our social media contest #takapunabackingblack. We hope you enjoy your prizes!

We have a lot in store for you for the rest of winter. This month, we start our Winter Warmer Shop & Win promotion with House of Travel Takapuna which will run from 1st July until the end of August, giving you plenty of chances to shop and collect those entry cards. Simply spend $20 at any of the participating retailers, get an entry card, follow the instructions on the back to enter online, and be in to win a trip for two flying Singpore Airlines economy class to Kuala Lumpur! We also have House of Travel vouchers up for grabs so get along to Takapuna and start shopping for your chance to win.

As well as shopping, Takapuna will also be buzzing with activities for the next two months. Auckland Live Pick & Mix takes place at the Bruce Mason Centre every Sunday morning; all kids and kids-atheart are welcome to enjoy a series of free, family-friendly weekend performances and workshops. Whether you love dance, circus, theatre, music, comedy, puppetry, storytelling or any other kind of performing arts, they’ve got you covered. The PumpHouse also has a great lineup of shows and activities that will appeal to everyone, from pirate adventure to murder mystery thriller and after-school drama classes for the kids.

That’s not all. I Love Takapuna has prepared several delightful surprises for visitors in Takapuna for the entire months of July and August. It’s all a secret so you will just have to come to Takapuna to experience for yourself but think entertainment, delicious treats and goodies, and fun activities on different days and at different times of the week…all FREE! As a sneak peek to August, we will have an evening winter celebration filled with fire and light performances, glow-in-the-dark

Simon Schueller

July 01 – August 31: Shop and Win Promotion

Until 8 July: Takapuna Backing Black (check www.ilovetakapuna.co.nz) 1 - 22 July: The Great Piratical Rumbustification — The PumpHouse 2 July: Pick & Mix: Superhero Circus (FREE) — Bruce Mason Centre 5-6 July: Mid Bays Schools Music Festival — Bruce Mason Centre 8 July: Miss Auckland 2017 — Bruce Mason Centre 9 July: Pick & Mix: Trick of the Light (FREE) — Bruce Mason Centre 10-15 July: Auckland Musical Theatre Workshop — North Shore Brass Hall 11 July: Jacob Sartorius — Bruce Mason Centre 13 July: Virtuoso Strings — Bruce Mason Centre 14 July: Kelvin Cruickshank - Soul Food — Bruce Mason Centre 15 July: The Wiggles — Bruce Mason Centre 16 July: Pick & Mix: Whales (FREE) — Bruce Mason Centre 18-22 July: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show — Bruce Mason Centre 23 July: Pick & Mix: Royal Jelly (FREE) — Bruce Mason Centre 24 July - 11 Sep: The PumpHouse After School Drama Programme Term 3 27 July - 5 Aug: A Murder is Announced — The PumpHouse 28 July: The Pink Floyd Experience — Bruce Mason Centre 29 July: Herman's Hermits — Bruce Mason Centre 30 July: Pick & Mix: Te Rehia Theatre (FREE) — Bruce Mason Centre

entertainment and music. You can even dress up in white to glow as well! Check out our Facebook page for more details.

Make sure you keep updated on all latest I Love Takapuna news by following us on social media @ilovetakapuna or signing up for our newsletters from our website (www.ilovetakapuna.co.nz)

Simon Schueller

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

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Focus on The Spencer on Byron Hotel The Spencer on Byron Hotel is one of the TBBA’s platinum sponsors. Director of Sales and Marketing Walid Bayouk is proud to be part of the team at one of Takapuna’s largest businesses.

He says the Spencer works in with the destination strategies of the TBBA, and supports TBBA events both as a sponsor and as an accommodation provider.

The Spencer aims to be an integral part of the Shore community, recognising that its beverage, restaurant and function facilities primarily serve a North Shore clientele. It is a major supporter not only of the TBBA but also of the North Harbour Club and North Harbour Sports.

Other assistance for the community is evident in the Spencer’s support for a wide range of community projects, from working with local schools on the Gateway to Employment project to partnership agreements and sponsorship support – as well as responding to many community fundraising requests with offers of accommodation for raffles and prizes. Walid is on the TBBA Board and also sits on advisory boards of the New Zealand Institute of Education in Takapuna and the Otago Polytechnic, for both of which The Spencer offers internships to students. On a personal level, Walid is about to complete his 12th year as a voluntary ambulance officer with St John.

It’s an exciting time to be in the tourist and hospitality business. Good accommodation numbers over the past few years have been further

bolstered this year by events like the World Masters Games and the British and Irish Lions tour. However, says Walid, while the hotel serves the international tourism side of the business, it Walid Bayouk is mindful to continue to serve its core corporate and conference markets. To that end, it never fully sells out to an event, and also provides a heads-up to corporate clients if there’s a busy period coming up. Walid is also aware of the importance of domestic tourism, which often creates return visits. “We have to be very careful,” he comments, “to play fair with all our customer groups.”

And the best thing about working in Takapuna? “Regardless of how great Takapuna is, with its great views and this building, it is the company itself, Castle Resorts and Hotels, based in Hawaii, and the people I work with.”

The Spencer on Byron Hotel www.spencerhotel.co.nz Reservations: 0800SPENCER

Focus on House of Travel

House of Travel, another TBBA platinum sponsor, this year celebrates 30 years in Takapuna. Andy Thompson, owner operator of House of Travel Takapuna (and Devonport) says Takapuna is a “wonderful place to work and play”, and that he loves working with local organisations. “I enjoy being around people who work collectively to grow business; that’s what the TBBA does. We support the TBBA’s Shop and Win promo every year, giving away a free trip, and support Terry and his team in various other events.”

“We also support local organisations like Hospice and Rotary and we love collaborating with other local businesses,” he adds, “so if you want to collaborate give me a call!”

House of Travel also looks after all the community’s travel needs.

“We combine your ideas with our experience and expertise to deliver you the most enjoyable holiday possible. We’re committed to providing the holiday you want.”

House of Travel is in an industry that’s booming right now, and change in the industry goes without saying. “We have amazing tools at our fingertips to allow customers to access the best value from their holiday. We partner with some major travel players both online and offline and we are constantly improving the way we offer the best options to customers.”

House of Travel’s commitment to customers extends beyond travel planning to also being available for emergency assistance

24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In the case of an emergency, such as a natural disaster or terrorist attack, House of Travel has a dedicated Emergency Response Team.

Customers who Andy Thompson could potentially be affected are identified immediately based on their travel plans and consultants ensure their customers are safe, no matter what time of the day or night. “Our strong network also ensures we have people on the ground for support in an emergency, or we can send team members to assist at the drop of a hat.”

Andy loves being at House of Travel in Takapuna. “I have a great team that has amazing travel knowledge, and no one day is the same.

We deal with different people on a daily basis who want a personalised experience and we love that!” And if you’d love to join Andy and the House of Travel team, he adds, “If you’re an experienced travel consultant ready for your next challenge get in contact with me.”

House of Travel Takapuna, 09 486 0995 andyt@hot.co.nz

Don’t forget to share with us your photos and videos by tagging us @ilovetakapuna on social media or using #ilovetakapuna on Instagram!

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CHANNEL PEOPLE: CANDICE FRANKLAND

Candice Frankland. Photo by Nina Gastreich.

Midriffs and a Middle Eastern Art Candice Frankland on swapping business analytics for belly dancing

From the Middle East to the North Shore, belly dancing is enjoyed as a form of artistic expression, physical exercise, a social activity and a celebration dance. One of its local purveyors is Candice Frankland, who swapped a career as a business analyst for belly dancing. The Birkdale resident spoke to Channel about why she's passionate about bringing belly dancing to the Shore.

Channel: What sparked your interest in belly dancing?

Candice Frankland: I remember being a young girl, maybe 12 or 13, attending a friend’s birthday at an Arabian themed restaurant, that had this show with a belly dancer. I’d never seen one before, but this dancer glided out like she was moving through water. She was so graceful and happy, and she looked so effortlessly comfortable in her movements - I knew I had to try it! It was years later, though, that I actually attended my first class - thanks to my then boyfriend (now husband) who found a belly dance flyer. I was addicted from the first lesson!

How long have you been doing this?

I’ve been a student of Middle Eastern dance for about 14 years, and within a few years I started teaching beginners under the direction of my wonderful teacher, Angela Anzilotti. My previous career as a business analyst, primed me for creating my own start-up company, and for the last seven years I have owned and operated Phoenix Belly Dance in Auckland, which has grown to be one of the biggest belly dance schools in New Zealand, and I couldn't be more proud.

What are the main benefits of belly dancing?

Definitely self confidence and friendship, first and foremost. Belly dancing has benefits physically - students see improvements in posture, breathing, body awareness, and muscle development in the abs, glutes, pelvic floor, back and arms. Emotionally, students use it as a way to de-stress, by focusing on something physically creative it empties their minds allowing them to find joy in the moment. We promote body positive ideals - women of any age, size, race, or ability can attend classes and feel good in their own skin. Socially, belly dancing is an easy way to find friends! And it culturally, students develop an interest in the cultural origins of the dance.

How has the popularity in belly dancing grown in this country?

Belly dance in New Zealand is growing each year, but is still relatively small compared to other countries. Having said that, I have not experienced a more passionate and supportive community anywhere else in the world. This allows for a lot more collaboration and sharing of information.

What inspired you to organise the recent Shimmy Mob world record attempt? Please tell us about this event.

This is a project that I get so excited about! Thousands of belly dancers from around the world aimed to make belly dance history by learning the same choreography and performing it around the globe on Saturday, May 13th. “Shimmy Mobs” appeared randomly at various locations across 172 cities, including Auckland, to promote World Belly Dance Day and help raise funds for Women’s Shelters. I have been working with the North Shore Women’s Centre for the last four years to raise funds and awareness for the work they do with women in our community, and this just seemed like another perfect opportunity to do the same. (www.nswomenscentre.co.nz) Who would you most like to belly dance with and why?

This is going to sound so soppy, but it’s true: my Gran. I started belly dancing not long before she passed away, and I am so grateful that she got to see my first performance. I was probably awful - actually I know I was - I’ve seen the video! But she was so proud of me, and I remember her saying “finally another dancer in the family” - I hadn’t even known that she was a dancer. She got quite sick soon after that, and passed. It’s one of my strongest memories of her.

Any amusing / memorable moments you’ve experienced whilst belly dancing?

I’m going to sound like such a dimwit with this story, so I hope your readers are forgiving...I was asked to perform at an Arabic family wedding celebration, to do a traditional Egyptian wedding Zaffeh performance, which involves the dancer leading the bride and groom into the reception. Before the performance I was chatting to the bride and groom, and the groom mentioned he was quite tired from a big rugby match he’d played the day before. I thought: “Who would play a game the day before their wedding?!”

So I asked which team he played for and the couple gawked at me as if I was crazy, then replied: “The All Blacks.” I wanted to disappear into the holes in my sequins, I was so embarrassed!

Find out more at www.phoenixbellydance.co.nz or PhoenixBellyDanceNZ on Facebook and Instagram @candicephoenixbellydance.

Open classes are held on the Shore at Massey University Recreation Centre in Albany on Saturdays at 10.15am.

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AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

Before the First Note Before an orchestra plays its first note in any concert, a mountain of work has already been done. Someone has sourced the music and consulted the Concertmaster on which direction the strings players’ bows need to go – for every note – and transcribed that.

They’ve deciphered how the conductor wants to interpret each piece of music, and they’ve delivered to each and every player their tailored part.

That person at the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) is Librarian Robert Johnson.

For nearly 23 years, the long-time Devonport resident has cared for and maintained the APO’s valuable music collection and performance library.

An orchestra librarian must deeply understand music, how the orchestra will play a piece of music, and how it’s going to sound. When working with the Concertmaster on getting a piece of music “bowed”, for Robert Johnson example, Robert says, “This is hugely important. Visually, the orchestra of course needs to be in sync: but it’s more than that. The direction of the bow and how the bow is used for each phrase makes quite a difference in the sound. The selected bowing will also help make the music playable for the orchestra, particularly when it comes to speed.”

Orchestra librarians are almost always former musicians – Robert started as a pianist.

To succeed in his role, Robert says, it’s best if you’re obsessed with music. That said, if he’s not relaxing with his favourite tunes in the Vauxhall Rd cottage he shares with his artist wife, three teenage children, two cats and four bantam hens, he’ll be walking – North Head is a favourite.

“What I love about Devonport is that, even though it’s part of Auckland, it feels selfcontained. It’s also close to the sea – we have the best beaches, along with the West Coast, and we have some of the best walks.”

In early August, the APO performs a concert at the Bruce Mason Centre, as part of the APO on the Shore series. It features Dvořák’s Symphony No.9, ‘From the New World’. According to Robert, ‘The New World’ was a hit when it premiered in 1893 and remains one of the world’s best-loved symphonies.

“It’s always popular with audiences because it’s tuneful and energetic, and the main tunes are very recognisable.”

Robert is pleased the APO is playing on the North Shore. “The APO is Auckland’s orchestra so it’s really important we perform concerts on both sides of the bridge,” he says.

APO on the Shore: The New World, 7.30pm, Wednesday 9 August, Bruce Mason Centre

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7.30pm, Wednesday 9 August Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna Dvořák Symphony No.9, ‘From the New World’ Smetana Vltava (Die Moldau) Rautavaara Incantations (Concerto for percussion and orchestra) APO Principal Percussionist Eric Renick is in the spotlight for Rautavaara’s percussion concerto and Dvorˇák’s evocative symphony is always a crowd-pleaser.

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ALL ABOUT

Milford Welcomes Craftworkz After 13 years in Wairau Park, Craftworkz has made the welcome move to Kitchener Road in Milford. Craftworkz stock dressmaking, patchwork and upholstery fabrics, tapestry thread, yarn, and other hard to find items such as buttons, trims and haberdashery, along with a range of art supplies.

Owners Deirdre and Nina are experts on anything craft related, and if they don’t know the answer to your question they will find out for you!

Craft has had a resurgence in popularity over the past few years, and Craftworkz is helping a new generation discover their passion for craft.

Since relocating they have started a lending library for knitting patterns, and are looking for feedback from customers on craft workshops they would like to attend.

Deirdre and Nina look forward to welcoming you in-store soon.

Craftworkz, 168 Kitchener Road, Milford, 09 489 4279, www.craftworkz.co.nz, www.facebook.com/craftworkz1

Term 3 Kids Classes at Lake House Arts Centre Children enjoy clay class, learning hand building and sculpting, and teens get to throw on a wheel! If your child loves watching cartoons, they can breathe the illusion of life into their favourite cartoon creations. For the physical boy or girl, give ‘Yoga Around the Globe’ a try as exercise and role play become a creative partnership.

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Exhibition Opening 29 July 2pm – 3.30pm

Opening hours: Mon: 12 – 5pm • Tue – Sat: 10am – 5pm Sun: 11am – 3pm • Public Holidays: 11am – 3pm

Two print projects celebrating our unique shorebirds, involving over 50 artists from New Zealand and Australia.

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MusicWorks in Albany is the largest musical store and your most trusted supplier of musical instruments and equipment on the North Shore.

MusicWorks have a huge selection of instruments in-store including pianos, strings, guitars, brass, woodwind, and drums along with recording equipment and pro audio live sound gear. Arron and Stuart can offer their advice and expertise on the huge range in-store, along with guitar experts Chris and Phil. So come in and see them at MusicWorks located at Northridge Plaza, just above Westfield Mall in Albany. You can also visit www.musicworks.co.nz to browse the extensive online store.

MusicWorks Albany, Unit 7, Northridge Plaza, 110 Don McKinnon Drive, Albany, 09 486 2285.

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CHANNEL PEOPLE: MARY BOROK

Creativity on the Shore Mary Borok is a long-time North Shore resident working with the arts community.

She shares a few of her personal thoughts about the arts on the Shore.

CM: What most excites you about the North Shore Arts scene?

MB: The Shore’s arts scene fosters creativity, innovation and high achievement; there is a depth of expertise across all art forms. Young people have the opportunity to learn from exceptional teachers and arts practitioners at the top of their profession and take advantage of the many accessible spaces across the Shore. And audiences can see and hear young artists in music, theatre, literature, film and visual arts as their careers begin.

Geoff Allen is but one of many talented drama teachers. Over the last 15 years, he has taken around 1000 children through the experience of the creative process as he has written and adapted more than 40 plays and supported students to write and perform their own. Students of his and other programmes are now coming through as directors, writers, musicians, lighting and recording technicians and performers.

Some of the most memorable theatrical interpretations I have seen have been school productions – most recently A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by Nick Brown. He is among a strong company of drama teachers.

Music flourishes – orchestral, bands, and vocal. David Squire, one of the most respected choral conductors in the country, works across Shore schools. A capella and barbershop quartets abound. In September, 2000 voices will gather at Westlake Boys’ auditorium for the national Young Singers in Harmony Convention 2017.

Literature, telling our stories, is part of the environment growing up here. The Shore is home to hundreds of published writers and some of the country’s leading publishing houses. Writers, often local, talk in schools as part of various writers in schools programmes. We are blessed with stories and novels set locally and infusing local landscapes with imagination.

What do you see as the strengths of community arts on the Shore?

A creative environment is a combination of freedom to pursue an idea, supportive people and space to practise and share with an audience. Across the Shore we have these key elements in abundance. If you have an idea for a film, a play, a book, a song for your band, you can write, practise and produce your own work with knowledgeable people to guide and support you.

Tell us a bit about the range of different arts activities and the opportunities for people to participate and/or become audience members.

We have more than a dozen theatre companies, with new companies forming. The oldest is probably Mairangi Players, approaching 70 years. In addition to The Bruce Mason Centre we have four smaller theatres and several school auditoriums and multipurpose art centres. Churches and halls are also used for concerts and rehearsals. We have many bands, including North Shore Brass, one of the top bands in the country, which runs a music academy and instrumental ensembles from bands to orchestras. Find the group that interests you, become a Friend on Facebook or ask to join the email list to be updated on what’s happening.

Mary Borok beside Ika, a taonga created by Valerie Yates and students and gifted to North Shore City Council in 1992 by Awataha Marae.

with the Browns Bay Business Association runs an annual festival, Cairo to Cape Town. North Shore Events Centre is home to cultural festivals including Diwali. Korean, Russian, Chinese and Indian groups run workshops and exhibitions in traditional theatre, music, dance and visual art forms. They also run choirs, orchestras and instrumental ensembles. Individual artists and groups exhibit and perform in the many venues across the Shore.

What do you see as the opportunities for the arts to grow on the Shore?

How do different ethnic groups express themselves through arts Practitioners need to share with audiences what is taking place, tell stories well so that audiences know what’s out there and are activities on the Shore? motivated to come along. There is a huge amount of arts activity, Kaipatiki Project in Birkdale runs regular classes in harakeke.

Northcote Mainstreet Business Association organises Chinese New but it isn’t always easy to find. As audience members, we need to value the quality and variety of what’s on to sustain our artists and Year Festivals in the Northcote shopping centre and an occasional spaces.

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TIM BRAY PRODUCTIONS: THE GREAT PIRATICAL RUMBUSTIFICATION

“It’s been my pleasure to see many of Bray’s children’s theatre works but I have to say The Great Piratical Rumbustification is quite simply his best effort yet and it’s all down to harmony.” - Lexie Matheson, Theatreview, 2012.

The Great Piratical Rumbustification on Stage for School Holidays The pirates are restless. ‘Oh, for a pirate party!’ they declare.

But…a pirate party must be a stolen one.

Margaret Mahy’s much-loved story The Great Piratical Rumbustification returns to the stage in Auckland for the July school holidays. Auckland’s leading children’s theatre company, Tim Bray Productions presents The Great Piratical Rumbustification at The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna from 1-22 July.

Oliver Terrapin is a seven year-old boy who is full of adventurous ideas, but when a retired pirate comes to babysit for the Terrapin family, he and his parents are in for plenty of surprises.

First published in 1978, Margaret Mahy’s rollicking pirate tale has stood the test of time. Adapted by Tim Bray for the stage with original music by Christine White, The Great Piratical Rumbustification features Julie Collis as Mrs Terrapin, Tim Raby as Mr Terrapin, Blaise Clotworthy as Oliver Terrapin and Paul Norell as Orpheus Clinker with Zak Enayat as Sir John aka Terrible Crabmeat. Hayley Dallimore, Jacob Dale and Michelle Rawlins fill additional roles.

Costume Parades 8 – 22 July: Encourage your children to dress up as their own favourite little pirate for the Costume Parade, which will be held at the start of the shows on July 8th to 22nd only. More details and costume inspiration can be found at www.timbrayproductions.org.nz Theatre Workshops: For 5 to 12 year-olds, half-day or full-day options. Spend July school holidays with us while taking part in the Youth Theatre activities. Monday 10th, Tuesday 11th, Wednesday 12th or Thursday 13th July at The PumpHouse Theatre.

Standing: Paul Norrell, Rupert Grobben. Seated: Zak Enayat, Hayley Dallimore.

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Charity Seats Programme: Take part in our Charity Seats Programme that brings joy of the theatre to disadvantaged children.

Through Charity Seats we offer FREE tickets to our shows to children from low-decile schools as well as from various foundations – Make-A-Wish New Zealand, Kelston Deaf Education Centre, BLENNZ (Blind and Low Vision Education Network of NZ).

Show times: Gala opening on Saturday 1 July at 5pm.

Performances from 3-7 July are 10:30am and 1pm daily, and from 8-22 July at 10:30am and 2pm (no Sunday shows) at The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna.

Bookings: Get your tickets online - www.timbrayproductions.org.nz or phone 09 489 8360. Note: A PumpHouse Theatre ticketing fee is charged.

Accessible Performances: NZSL Interpreted Show: Saturday 1st July 5pm, Friday 7th July 10.30am Audio Described Performance And Touch Tour: Wednesday 5th July 12.00pm, Saturday 15th July 1.00pm

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CHANNEL COVER FEATURE: HAMISH MOUAT

Full circle in musical theatre

By Christine Young

Hamish Mouat

He’s just completed a successful production of ‘Oliver’ at Aotea Centre, where he was corraller (or more precisely choreographer) for a cast of 225 young people. He’s just finished running auditions for Kristin School’s production of ‘Fame’. And he’s a judge for this year’s Northern Area Performance Theatre Awards (NAPTA). A grand old man of theatre, perhaps?

Not at all. Hamish Mouat is 23, but in those 23 years has accumulated a CV in performance and musical theatre that many grand old men would be proud of: over the past five years he’s won an award for Best Choreographer in the 2016 Showdown Awards (an awards programme for secondary school performances). His credits include director, assistant director, assistant musical director, vocal coach, producer, production manager, dance captain, stage manager, theatre company administrator and committee member for various productions around Auckland, and he has gained experience in educational music theatre on and off stage in the United States and the United Kingdom. Oh, he took the lead role in the production of ‘Bare’ at Westpoint Theatre in 2015.

“General musical theatre is my thing,” he says. “I intended to be a performer, but I’ve ended up with dance as a career path.”

Hamish currently has a permanent role at Kristin, his alma mater, as a performing arts teacher, choreographing all Kristin’s shows and taking after-school classes in musical theatre and dance.

His road to the stage and beyond started with drama classes as a five-year-old, having watched his older sister, desperate for his fifth birthday so he could take part. “I did straight drama for a time,” he says, but the turning point wasn’t long coming.

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Auckland, the annual production was ‘Oliver’. He auditioned, and was one of the orphans. He experienced dancing for the first time, and was motivated to start singing lessons. “I was hooked,” he admits.

At school his only ambition was to perform; in 2010 he won a coveted Showdown award for best leading male in a musical (Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat). “I didn’t consider being a teacher, choreographer or director.”

In 2012, after leaving school, he spent three months in England as an assistant teacher in the performing arts. “I really enjoyed the teaching time there, and my career focus shifted,” he says. On his return, the stars ­– and his changed ambitions ­– aligned, with an invitation from Lorna Rood, Artistic Director of Productions at Kristin, to act as choreographer for the middle school show. Knowing he’d have Lorna’s guidance, he took the opportunity and “enjoyed it more than on-stage time. I’d always been interested in how theatre works when I was performing.

But when you’re performing you’re under instruction from a director and choreographer.

“Performing has turned into a hobby. For a while I was always in rehearsal for something; now it’s when I want to do it.”

His last major role was in an Auckland Music Theatre production of ‘Bare’, more pop opera than musical, that tackled themes of sexuality, drugs, teen suicide and teen pregnancy.

“It was very intense,” Hamish says. “It was an important story to tell and it was a boundary-pushing show… It was nerve-wracking performing in front of people I knew, as there were heavy themes. And I’d had a couple of years off [from performing] so I had to get back into performance – I had to put a lot more into it than I had for other performances.”

But he claims it wasn’t his most challenging role. That was

in ‘42nd Street’ (a semi-professional Amici/Auckland Music Theatre production) in The Civic in 2010. Hamish was in Year 12, the production clashed with exams – and he had to learn to tap dance from scratch. Choreographer Kelli Barclay, associate choreographer for the Broadway production, came to Auckland for 12 days of intensive rehearsals. “I had to work really hard,” he says, “but it was incredibly rewarding to be part of that.”

A more recent challenge was choreographing the ‘Westside Story’ production performed by Kristin senior students in May. “It was hugely challenging to choreograph because it is so well known.” He could have used the choreography notes from other productions, “but I like my choreography to be original.

It’s much more rewarding – but it’s also more scary.”

At school his only ambition was to perform; in 2010 he won a coveted Showdown award for best leading male in a musical ( Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat).

“Choreography is innate,” he adds. “You have to have a sense of musical theatre and your own style. You have to believe in what you come up with and that you can create good stage pictures.”

Winning the 2016 Showdown award for Best Choreography for Kristin’s production of ‘Hairspray’ (a year in which Rangitoto College, Kristin School, Westlake Boys' and Westlake Girls' High Schools, and Albany Senior High School won 13 of the 28 prizes) was not only full circle for Hamish in terms of his career development, from student performer to adult choreographer; he was also thrilled to receive his peers’ acknowledgement of his work.

While he admits that in the future he may use other choreography, at this early stage of his career he believes he can best develop his skills by developing his own choreography.

In addition, as he’s working with students of all ages, he’s able to take account of the abilities and limitations of students of different ages and levels of dance experience. In that National Youth Theatre Company (NYTC) production of ‘Oliver’, for example, he created four different versions of the choreography that came together as a whole on stage.

Hamish says he’s had some empowering mentors on his musical theatre journey: Lorna Rood of Kristin, who’s helped him develop his ability to understand staging and how to put dances and settings together; and Jonathan Alver, artistic director at NYTC. “In Lorna and Jonathan I have two amazing collaborative relationships. I’m able to contribute to the direction of shows… There are never defined lines in musical theatre where one role starts and another ends. So much of choreography is direction and no one ever shakes their head if I have an idea.”

Hamish has also learned a lot from American musical theatre veteran Alison Bretches, choreographer and artistic director at Metropolitan Educational Theatre Network (known as MET2) in Southern California. Two stints working with her and MET2 “changed my style,” he says. “The experience of working with her was worth its weight in gold.” And it was not only his

choreography that benefitted; the nuances of management of children’s educational theatre were also brought into relief and his visits to MET2 have confirmed his desire to continue to work in children’s educational theatre.

Hamish says there’s an “amazing” musical theatre scene in Auckland – witness North Shore Music Theatre, formed as North Shore Operatic Society in 1963, which has just presented ‘Bring It On’ at The PumpHouse.

In any ordinary year, Hamish might have been involved with productions like this across the region. However, as a judge in this year’s NAPTAs, he’s stepped back from working with any of the theatre societies. His responsibilities as one of the five judges involve attendance at 30 amateur drama and musical theatre productions from Kerikeri to Pukekohe. “It’s an incredible opportunity,” Hamish declares, noting that he’s learnt a lot about subjective judging and about being aware of all aspects of each production.

However, alongside the excitement about the number and calibre of shows taking place, as well as the increasingly high standards exhibited in school productions, Hamish is also acutely aware that most musical theatre here is, and always has been, amateur. “I wish it wasn’t, because there are so many talented people here, and it would be nice for them not to have to go overseas,” he says. “But it’s just not financially viable and putting on shows is a big risk.”

Hamish notes that NYTC has no counterparts in Auckland, and no base.

Rehearsals take place at two venues (Takapuna Normal Intermedia School being one), wardrobe and set storage is in a temporary venue and the members of the management team (Hamish is company manager) all work part-time from laptops in their own homes. “We somehow make it work,” he says.

“Our dream is that one day NYTC will have its own theatre, rehearsal and storage space.”

That’s why his experience with MET2 had been so valuable. “It works like us, and I’ve been able to see how they deal with their challenges. It’s nice to know there’s a support system and a company we can refer to. They have the same passion for inspiring young people about musical theatre.”

“I feel so privileged to be where I am,” Hamish concludes.

“I am a hard worker committed to producing high quality theatre.

I have been given amazing opportunities, and work with amazing teams of volunteers and young people.”

NYTC offers an educational theatre programme, with the main production programmes complemented by school holiday programmes with showcase performances, one of which takes place each holidays at The Rose Centre in Belmont.

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AUCKLAND FOUNDATION: NORTH SHORE FUND

There are extremes – we have a lot of very wealthy people but we also have a lot of people who are struggling, a lot of young families and I would love to see them being supported more.

Charity begins at home in the North Shore

Judy Bailey gets in behind charitable fund focusing on the North Shore Judy Bailey

Auckland Foundation has created a charitable fund focusing on the North Shore and some prominent locals are supporting it.

A founding member of the foundation’s advisory group on the North Shore Fund is Judy Bailey, longtime resident of Birkenhead.

She is involved, she says, because she likes the approach of community-directed and funded giving.

“Auckland is a collection of villages and we need to focus on our village,” says Judy. “It’s easier to make informed decisions when you live in the area that you’re gifting to.”

And she says there is plenty to direct money into on the North Shore.

“There’s an increasing disparity between people who have a lot and people who have very little, so this is a way of redressing the balance from the grass roots up,” she says. “We live in paradise.

But there are too many of our kids growing up in violence, too many are going hungry, too many are neglected.

“There are extremes – we have a lot of very wealthy people but we also have a lot of people who are struggling, a lot of young families and I would love to see them being supported more.

“This gap that we have between rich and poor is not good for anybody. We really need to focus on the family, on relationships and looking after each other.”

Judy wants to see the fund address the needs of families who may be struggling and in need of support. That help could come through initiatives that support those not just in financial poverty but people at vulnerable times of their lives. It may come in the form of support for young parents, elderly people and youth in the region.

The fund is starting small, with $25,000 to be granted in 2017 and another portion being left in a managed fund to accrue interest and grow as an endowment.

Until August 10 the Auckland Foundation is looking for applications from groups with projects addressing social disadvantage, promoting health and wellbeing or strengthening community in Devonport-Takapuna, Kaipatiki, Upper Harbour and Hibiscus and Bays. Funds will be targeted at organisations that

otherwise don’t get a lot of funding and are predominantly run by volunteers.

Other members of the fund’s advisory group are North Shore residents Joseph Bergin, Geoff Clews, Diane Hale, Buck Shelford and Chris Reeve.

“We’re starting with next to nothing but if everybody thinks about it and perhaps puts aside a small percentage of their wealth into the fund then we could make huge gains really quickly,” says Judy.

As an Auckland Foundation sub-fund, it is set up to be as efficient as possible and there is no need for duplication of infrastructure. “The glorious thing about this is you can have an interest in an organisation and you can direct where the money is to be spent. But the foundation will do all the research and governance around that so that you can be assured that your money is going to be well spent. The fund is a perfect way for people to create a legacy to benefit generations to come.”

Judy is no stranger to lending her profile to a community cause.

Patron of Hospice New Zealand and Women’s Refuge and a trustee of Brainwave Trust, she clearly believes in the importance of giving to your community.

We are known to be generous as a nation, she says. “I remember when we were doing Telethons all those years ago, New Zealanders were per capita the greatest givers in the world. We do care.

“So it’s just a matter of tapping into that and getting people to realise that even small amounts can accrue to be big amounts.

And you can make a real difference. The Foundation is a vehicle for making that happen.

“And it’s a real joy to have a stake in your community.”

To donate to the North Shore Fund or find out more, contact Lettie Bright, Philanthropy Services Manager at Auckland Foundation: lettie@aucklandfoundation.org.nz, 09 366 1523 / 021 818 307.

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The Swallows are catching the fading light as they dart about so effortlessly.

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WALLACE COTTON Treat yourself this winter with a luxurious 100% linen duvet set from $299.90 34 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 551 7767 www.wallacecotton.com

THE FAIRY LIGHT SHOP Gorgeous colour-changing globe lights. Perfect to float in the pool. Solar option also available.

The Fairy Light Shop, 32D Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 486 1586 www.thefairylightshop.com

PAINTED BIRD Painted Bird is the home of beautiful vintage fashion on the North Shore. Unique, bespoke garments in a broad range of sizes curated from Europe and Private Collections.

Jewellery, scarves, socks and other accessories available in-store. Stop in to see Painted Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in-store stylist and express your own personal style.

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GUS & FANNIE DESIGN Betty Bascis Axel reversible longline Puffer $114.90 437 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay 09 476 6326 www.gusandfannie.com

CRAVEHOME Embrace the moody blues this winter with our selection of home favourites, including vases, placemats, cushions and throws. See more online at www.cravehome.co.nz or visit our beautiful flagship store in Birkenhead at: 30 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead 09 419 9535 cravehome.co.nz

PICK ME Turn the winter blues green!

447 Lake Road, Takapuna 09 486 3672 www.pick-me.co.nz

HOMAGE UK Designer Lee Broomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crystal Bulb Pendant combines industrial influences with decorative qualities, transforming the everyday light bulb into a beautiful ornamental light fitting. Each lead Crystal Bulb is handcrafted using traditional techniques and hand cut with a classic crystal pattern inspired by those found on traditional whiskey glasses and decanters.

Each pendant fitting comes with matching gold fabric cable and a brass ceiling rose.

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

PET & VET Hunter Melamine Bowl This sought-after range is made from melamine, and is durable, scratch resistant, and available in a vast selection of designs and colours. The removable stainless steel bowls make for easy cleaning and the rubber feet ensure that the bowl is non-slip. Pop into Pet & Vet to see our beautiful range of Hunter European pet accessories.

31 Shakespeare Road, Milford, 09 489 6263 www.petandvet.net.nz

THE VAULT Add some happy to your winter blues with Limited Edition Flox prints.

9 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 489 8008 www.thevaultnz.com

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WINE: WITH LIZ WHEADON OF GLENGARRY

Bordeaux at Glengarry Within the French market, Glengarry are very successful with our Bordeaux offering. We lead the market in terms of cases shipped and dollar turnover, mainly through our loyal customers and our respected relationships with the best négociants, enabling us to offer a comprehensive range of wines from the region.

With our longstanding relationships and our experience honed over 30-odd years, we are old hands at this, and once again we made the commitment this year to ensure you the best service and advice.

I travelled to Bordeaux to taste the 2016 vintage, as well as a broad range of wines from recent vintages.

We have just landed in store the 2014 classified wines; alongside this, we have an extensive range of Petit Châteaux and Second Wines. This month we are celebrating all things French, including Bordeaux, and to assist you I’ve prepared a quick summary to help with starting to explore this gorgeous region.

To start the journey of exploring Bordeaux, you need to first start with the Classification System. In 1855, being lovers of red tape, the French ‘authorities’ created what became known as ‘The Classified Growths of the Médoc ’, a five-class classification of 61 of the leading Médoc Châteaux (as well as two from Graves). This formalised lists that were already in place, based on each Châteaux's relative quality as expressed by the prices of each individual estate. These growths, or ‘Crus’ range from first (Premier) through to fifth (Cinquièmes). Over the years that have since passed, there has been very little change to the 1855 Classification other than Château Mouton Rothschild moving from second growth to first in 1973 - Baron Philippe de Rothschild reportedly saying - ‘Mouton I am, second I am not”. Château Cantemerle added as a fifth growth in 1856 and Château Dubignon, a third growth, was absorbed into Château Malescot St Exupéry.

Saint-Émilion added its own classification system in 1955, which has subsequently been frequently amended. Pomerol has never been classified, although the greatest wine from this region, Château Pétrus, is generally spoken of in the same hushed tones as the five first growths of the Médoc.

The Médoc First Growths are; • Château Lafite-Rothschild (Pauillac) • Château Margaux (Margaux) • Château Latour (Pauillac) - not sold En Primeur • Château Haut-Brion (Graves) • Château Mouton-Rothschild (Pauillac) Whilst much of the classification system holds true today, the inherent problem with a system is that some of the Châteaux have improved out of sight since it was first introduced, while others are considered to have rested on their laurels, smug in the knowledge that their wines will always fetch high prices, as this was what the classification was based on in the first place.

Like anything, it is a good guide as long as one keeps in mind the fact that some of the wines outside its boundaries can still be superb.

Bordeaux is located in the South West of France, and is the wine region that produces more top quality wine than any other. Bordeaux is renowned for its reds, which are often referred to as claret. The reason

these wines attract so much interest, and generate such high prices, is largely their ability to age, with a lot of them not showing their true Liz Wheadon potential for decades. The main red grapes grown are: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The most famous white region is that of Sauternes, where the world’s most luscious dessert wines come from. The white wines from Bordeaux are made with Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and in some cases Muscadelle; the very best white wines, like red wines from Bordeaux, are extremely age worthy.

In 1855, being lovers of red tape, the French ‘authorities’ created what became known as ‘The Classified Growths of the Médoc ’, a five-class classification of 61 of the leading Médoc Châteaux…

Bordeaux is neatly divided into two groupings of appellations those on the left bank of the Gironde and those on the right, with the Dordogne running through them. In general terms, the left bank is home to Cabernet driven wines and the right bank Merlot dominant expressions. The appellations on the left bank include Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien and Saint-Estèphe. The appellations on the right bank include Fronsac, Lalande de Pomerol and the two great appellations of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol.

The city of Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the heart of this unique region. At the centre of all trade here is the Négociant system, an historic route to market that remains strong today; the châteaux sell their wines to négociants, who in turn offer them to their partners around the world, essentially an open trading market - with a few exceptions - we are, after all, in France.

Visit www.enprimeur.co.nz or www.glengarry.co.nz for more details.

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NORTH HARBOUR BUSINESS HALL OF FAME

New Laureates for Business Hall of Fame Three new Laureates were inducted into the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame at a black tie function held at The Wharf, Northcote Point, on Wednesday June 28th. They were Paul Byrnes, Bill Speedy and Eric Faesenkloet.

Over 170 people attended the event, which included an address

by Cabinet Minister Hon. Amy Adams and musical performances by North Harbour Club AIMES Award recipients Henry Meng and Miller Christiansen-Yule.

The North Harbour Business Hall of Fame is managed by the North Harbour Club with the key sponsor being Milford Asset Management.

New inductees are chosen annually by a judging panel convened by the North Harbour Club. This panel is chaired by Matthew Bellingham, includes existing Laureates Sir Peter Maire, Jan Dawson and Gary Monk as well as North Harbour Club Trustees Ngaio Merrick and John Cobb. Nominations are open year round, and the panel actively seek and recommend potential Laureates.

To qualify for induction into the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame nominees must be a current business leaders, who have applied their skills and success to benefit the community. While each of the recipients are all incredibly successful in business in their own right, they have also played a major role within the community, not only giving in financial support but also their time, expertise and experience.

The first inductee of the night was Paul Byrnes. He was inducted by existing Laureate Sir Peter Maire.

Paul is a professional director and investor with over 25 years’ experience in CEO roles. In 1986, at age 32, Paul was appointed Managing Director of the struggling Holeproof Industries and within five years acquired 100% ownership. The business was restructured and returned to strong profitability before being sold. From 1998 to 2007 Paul was an active private investor, building a governance portfolio and working as a business consultant. He was a director of Hellaby Holdings for 12 years and a director and chairman of power company Top Energy for almost 20 years.

In May 2008 Paul agreed to assist finance company Dorchester Pacific through the GFC. He became CEO, leading a remarkable turnaround in that business. With recent acquisitions including Turners Auctions, Buy Right Cars and Autosure Insurance, the business has grown annual profits substantially and market capitalisation has also increased from $1.5m in those dark days to around $280m today.

Paul generously supports numerous charities including De Paul House and the Rosmini Foundation. He is also generous with his knowledge, as a guest lecturer on corporate governance at Massey University for three years, and mentoring others by passing on the benefits of his experience, and, as he likes to point out, his mistakes!

Bill Speedy, owner and director of Oceanbridge Shipping, which he established in 1981, was the second inductee of the night. He was inducted by existing Laureate Jan Dawson.

Bill is known to many not only for his business achievements, but of his wide ranging contributions to the community. After 36 years, Bill still remains Managing Director of Oceanbridge. It has grown to employ over 140 people and become one of the leading freight consolidators of cargo to and from New Zealand. They now specialise in the shipping and freight business whether it be by land, sea or air. Under Bill’s leadership the business has a reputation for integrity, honesty, value, reliability and the highest possible standard of personalised customer service.

New Laureates of the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame:- Bill Speedy (second from left); Paul Byrnes (centre) and Eric Faesenkloet (third from right) are pictured with Aidan Bennett (left, North Harbour Club President), Hon. Amy Adams (guest speaker), Matthew Bellingham (Judging Panel Chair) and Mike Cruickshank of event sponsor Milford Asset Management (right).

2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the Oceanbridge Charity Golf Tournament. This event has raised significant funds for many different causes over the past two decades. YES Foundation, Language Lab, Well Foundation, Inzone, Neuro Research, Grief Support, Shine, Pike River, Christchurch Earthquake, Fred Hollows, Coastguard and many more. Charities are typically chosen by events affecting Oceanbridge staff and customers, and natural disasters around the country.

Bill – and his wife Lindsay – support the community with various local projects, including the Takapuna playground, donating lifejackets for the children’s Waterwise programme, cooking meals at Ronald McDonald House and gifting client christmas presents in the way of donations to 30 local charities. Their passion for the water includes supporting the annual OKI 24 Hour at Lake Pupuke, the annual Oceanbridge Sail Auckland Sailing Regatta and supporting the logistics of Emirates Team New Zealand.

Bill has never expected recognition or thanks, and avoids the limelight. But his ethics, astute business mind and considerable contributions made him a truly worthy North Harbour Business Hall of Fame Laureate.

The final inductee of the night was Eric Faesenkloet, owner of the Golf Warehouse who is well-known for his philanthropy. He was inducted by existing Laureate Colin Harvey.

At age 20, Eric established Downtown Stereo Centre, importing and selling audio, video and televisions. Eric had a real ability to negotiate bulk deals and built the business into a sizeable operation. At age 30 he purchased Bond & Bond, the well-known chain which grew to be a retail leader. He eventually sold this to Pacific Retail Group in 1990.

Eric then became active in property investment on the North Shore and in Queenstown, and in 1995 he established the Golf Warehouse from very humble beginnings, purchasing a stand alone driving range in Takapuna. The business has grown to become New Zealand's largest and most trusted golf retail company with 10 stores and three driving ranges.

While Eric’s businesses continued to grow, his philanthropic work, while relatively private, is extensive. He has supported thousands of charities over the years, including the Starship Hospital Foundation, North Shore Hospice, The Peter Jackson WW1 Museum, Sensible Sentencing Trust and The First Tee. Eric also likes to host golf tournaments involving dignitaries and other celebrities, raising significant amounts of money for his chosen charities. Eric and his wife Sue are also substantial contributors to ‘Victims of Crime’. They sponsor The Sophie Elliot Foundation and were major contributors to the book “Sophies Story”.

In 2013 Eric became a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to business, golf and the community in the Queen's Birthday Honours List, and is a very worthy inductee to the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame.

Existing North Harbour Business Hall of Fame members who were present on the night were Ralph Roberts, Sir David Levene, Sir Peter Maire, Ian Calderwood, David Charlesworth, Colin Harvey, Jan Dawson, Gary Monk, John Spooner, Paul & Liz Blackwell. Existing Laureates who were not able to attend were Sir Stephen Tindall, Sir Graeme Avery, Peter Menzies, Diane Foreman and Annette Presley. Two inaugural Laureate’s Geoff Smale and Jim Smale have passed away.

For more information visit: www.northharbourclub.co.nz

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TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE: NEWS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

GreetMe

One of our Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme groups, GreetMe, has recently launched its product to the international student market place just in time for the new intake of Term 3 students at the end of this month.

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED WHAT:

WHEN:

Shoreside Theatre presents another Agatha Christie midwinter murder/mystery on stage Thursday, July 27th to Saturday, August 5th

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TIMES: Evenings at 7.30pm (except Sunday); matinees Saturday July 29th and August 5th at 2pm; Sunday, July 30th at 4pm WHERE: The PumpHouse Theatre, Killarney Park, Takapuna ABOUT:

An advertisement appears in the local newspaper announcing that a murder will take place in the house known as Little Paddocks. Is it just a hoax ? Nothing is as straightforward as it seems.

BOOKING: Ph. 489 8360 or book online anytime at www.pumphouse.co.nz ONLY THE DEAD ARE ABOVE SUSPICION

JAZZ VESPERS WHAT: Music to Heal and Inspire WHEN: Sunday 16 July 7pm WHERE: Takapuna Methodist Church, 429 Lake Road, Takapuna DETAILS: Contagious rhythms and great musicians.

Featuring - Jazz pianist Crystal Choi, members of the Camerata Singers Chamber Choir, and Bob Chilcott’s Little Jazz Mass

Mack Sutherland, Sam Christie, Jacob Silk (CEO), Angus Garnham, Annie Thomson (Nicole Linnell absent).

GreetMe has created a starter box to help integrate international students into New Zealand culture through the use of physical products and brands.

The boxes will initially be available directly through schools for new international students to purchase as well as directly from the company itself. GreetMe has partnered with many well known New Zealand brands to deliver quality products and information to its customers. The box will contain various iconic New Zealand products such as Pineapple Lumps along with service information to help new students successfully integrate into a New Zealand lifestyle. They will be provided with a Spark sim card, an AT Hop card and banking and financial information from BNZ, all of which will provide their customers with an insight into the classic Kiwi way of life.

WESTLAKE SCHOOLS WHAT: Symphony &

Chamber Orchestra WHEN: Sunday 13 August 4pm WHERE: Takapuna Methodist Church, 429 Lake Road, Takapuna DETAILS: Join us for a symphony orchestra classical repertoire concert.

These are Gold Award groups in competitions both here and overseas.

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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At the end of May, Jacob Silk (GreetMe CEO) and Angus Garnham (GreetMe CFO) attended the Takapuna Beach Business Association networking night at Regatta in Takapuna where they enjoyed meeting many local business people. TBBA CEO Terry Holt provided them with the opportunity to address the event audience and discuss their business idea. Jacob said of the event: “This was an honour to talk about our start-up business in front of so many successful local business people and it was a great opportunity to for us to network. We had some very productive conversations that we will be following up as we develop our business.”

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Borsao Garnacha 2015

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This outstanding producer located in Campo de Borja (heartland of Spain) produces some of the finest bang for buck red wines I’ve ever encountered in my 37-years of working with wine. Robert Parker feels similarly calling Borsao… his favourite value winery in the world. The concentration and purity of fruit are remarkable in a red wine so astoundingly priced. The black cherry and fruit cake flavours of the Garnacha (Spanish Grenache) combine beautifully with the subtle spice, plum and dried herb flavours contributed by the circa 10% Tempranillo.

A quaffing masterpiece in a welcoming style few could not love - the price… utterly irresistible!

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Out of our more recent tasting programs a trio of wines from Europe really wowed me, their quality to price value ratio was off the charts - their style impeccable. North Shore shoppers, pop into our Constellation Drive SuperStore while these remarkable bargains are in stock.

Enjoy! Jeff

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Made from the regions key grapes, Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara, its richness is derived from drying a small component of grapes to concentrate sugars and flavours pre-fermentation. This portion is then added to a larger blend that was picked and fermented normally to retain freshness. The palate is concentrated with dark cherry, plum, blackcurrant infused with baking/exotic savoury spices and herbs.

The palate is like an opulent Central Otago Pinot Noir, more creamily textured and substantially richer. Special occasion red at a widely affordable price!

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This Merlot dominant red (Cabernet sauvignon and Cabernet Franc also in the blend) is crafted by the winemaking team at Chateau Haut Brion. One of Bordeaux’s 5 First Growth producers (top 5 producers in Bordeaux – from several thousand Chateaux) whose flagship Cabernet (Chateau Haut Brion) sells for well north of $1,000/bottle and has attracted several perfect 100/100 scores from Robert Parker in more recent vintages. Fine Wine Delivery Co are fortunate to receive an exclusive NZ allocation annually ($24.99/bottle bargain from the same stable as its $1,000+ illustrious brother) and to celebrate this remarkable 2012, which the world’s No.1 wine critic Robert Parker says is… “Dense, medium bodied, supple and rich, the quality of the wine speaks for itself.” We have put together a sensational case offer!

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BEYOND THE PEAK OF PERFORMANCE.

The Ultimate Driving Machine

THE NEW LIFESTYLE EDITION BMW X3 xDRIVE28i.

It’s the perfect combination of luxury, style and raw power that earns the new Lifestyle Edition BMW X3 xDrive28i its place in the BMW X Range. Get the ultimate driving experience from $97,500.

Plus for a limited time, enjoy $10,500 worth of additional premium features for no extra cost.* With limited availability, now’s the time to book a test drive at Continental Cars BMW.

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*Price excludes on-road costs. Includes 5 year warranty/roadside assist and 3 years’ service inclusive. Offer based on BMW X3 xDrive28i Lifestyle Edition. Lifestyle edition includes $10,500 worth of additional feature specification. Limited stock available. Not to be combined with any other offers. For full car specification see www.bmw.co.nz

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HEALTH & FITNESS: WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

Exercise for Brain Function

Claire Bellingham.

Most people begin an exercise regime to control their weight or combat a health condition. But exercise also improves your brain function. Physical activity increases blood flow to the whole body, including the brain. This means that oxygen and nutrients can get to where they need to be. Exercise benefits your brain in five ways.

The first brain benefit is greater cognitive function. You can set goals, make plans and organise yourself to achieve them.

Being alert and attentive helps you to perform at a higher level.

You can process your tasks with speed and accuracy, avoiding the careless errors you make when your brain feels sluggish. The time you spend exercising comes back to you via greater general efficiency and effectiveness.

The second brain benefit is enhanced memory and learning ability. The hippocampus, the brain area closely linked to learning and memory, is especially receptive to new neuron growth in response to exercise. After the age of 70 the size of the hippocampus shrinks by around one to three percent a year.

Studies have shown that engaging in regular exercise can curb this shrinkage, meaning that active people stay sharper for longer.

Exercise has also been proven to delay the onset of Alzheimers for people at risk, and it can slow the progress of the disease.

The third brain benefit is improved willpower. Exercise improves all areas of executive function including inhibition control, which makes it easier to discipline yourself to do the things you want to do, such as continue to exercise. In addition to this, our habits tend to form in clusters. When you’re exercising regularly you’re more likely to want to eat well and get adequate rest. This upward spiral helps you achieve more in every area, from your professional life to your parenting.

The fourth brain benefit is better stress management. Stress is a major inhibitor of clear thinking and exercise is a constructive way to manage it. Exercise moderates the negative effects of stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline. Over-secretion of these hormones affects all parts of the brain, in particular the hippocampus. This explains why you can be forgetful when under prolonged pressure. Excessive stress hormones also hamper the work of the prefrontal cortex, damaging your judgement and impulse control. Stress feeds on itself to put you into a downwards spiral. Exercise can help reverse this spiral, starting with hormonal assistance and leading on to support you in restoring order to your life.

The fifth brain benefit is improved emotional state. Exercise promotes the release of endorphins, the happy hormones that promote feelings of wellbeing. It lifts your mood and lowers anxiety levels. A good workout tires you out, improving quality and quantity of sleep. Being in good general health gives you a sense of wellbeing and vitality. Maintaining a healthy weight gives you pride and confidence. These benefits put you in a more resourceful state to handle challenges of every kind.

Exercise is just as good for your brain as it is for your body.

It seems that the smart people are exercising and the exercising people are smarter, not to mention happier. It’s all happening at Les Mills Takapuna – come and join us!

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

TAKAPUNA COMMUNITY NEWS WITH SARAH THORNE

Sarah Thorne

Takapuna Community News

with Sarah Thorne

Kia ora koutou katoa. I hope you are all keeping warm and well over these cooler months. We’ve had a busy month, the highlight of which was Charlie’s Playdate which took place on 24th June. It was a huge success. You can see photos on our website (www.takapunatrust.org).

There’s lots going on in the community this month to keep you all busy.

Community News & Events:

Charlie

Free Winter Fun Preschool play continues in Takapuna and Sunnynook. It’s a great opportunity to meet friends, old and new. More information on dates and locations can be found at www.takapunatrust.org Mid-winter Christmas Celebration We’re collaborating with OWN (Our Women’s Network) to hold a mid-winter Christmas event on Saturday 29th July. Join us at the Positive Ageing Centre in the Community Services building, 7 The Strand, Takapuna, from 10am-2pm, for Christmas-themed craft workshops and lunch. Tickets $10. Booking essential.

Email us at office@takapunatrust.org.nz to book your place.

Intergenerational Dialogue Great things happen when young and not so young people get together to discuss ideas and come up with solutions.

We’re looking for suggestions for subjects to discuss. If you have a suggestion or would like to know more about the event, email Sarah on office@takapunatrust.org.nz. Intergenerational Dialogue will take place on 9th August.

Intergenerational Dialogue

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

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HEALTH & FITNESS: PILATES UNLIMITED, TAKAPUNA

Careers and Training with

Pilates Unlimited

Have you thought about becoming a Pilates Instructor?

My name is Carole Fraser and my Pilates journey started in 2000 as a client at Pilates Unlimited Takapuna Beach. I soon found this method of exercise was quite different to anything else I had ever done and, at 41, I had done many types of exercise!

I found myself wanting to do more and more and I felt so good after each session. In 2001 I decided I would like to train to be a Pilates Instructor. The application process for the Romana’s Pilates International Certification is quite rigorous – I worked hard to achieve all elements required and was accepted into the programme and completed the certification in 2003. I was the fourth person in New Zealand to become certified in this rigorous method of Romana’s Pilates.

To fast-forward, I had the opportunity to buy the studio and, in 2008, I was given the approval by Romana Pilates to train apprentices in New Zealand.

Since then, Pilates Unlimited has not only been teaching clients (over 200 clients come to the studio two-three times per week), but we have also had 25 apprentices go through this intensive programme here in New Zealand.

One of the great things about this training is that it is internationally recognised so you can travel and teach Romana’s Pilates all over the world. We have been fortunate to have teachers working with us over the years from the USA, Australia, and Brazil.

We currently have seven apprentices who are completing their training at different levels in Christchurch, Tauranga, Palmerston North and four from Auckland.

One of the Great things about Romana’s Pilates it is internationally recognised so you can travel & teach.

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Romana’s Pilates Apprentices - Marcelle Masera, Rose Castro, Joao Duarte and Sun Ah Bae.

Pictured here are the apprentices from Auckland who are at Stage 2 of their training. Marcelle, Rose and Joao are making pilates their next career and they are all so committed to their training, each week they spend hours and hours practicing as well as teaching family and friends. Sun Ah is a mother of two young children and she is also balancing her training with motherhood. The next stage of their training is a practical and theory test, followed by the Advanced Seminar in September.

So Romana’s Pilates training comes with quite a legacy and involves a huge amount of personal practice and education.

Additionally, Pilates Unlimited offers ongoing training even after you are certified, with workshops and seminars with highly experienced international teacher trainers. So the learning never stops under the Romana’s Pilates Training Programme.

If you have an interest in exercise and you want to make a difference for people and their wellbeing this could be a good career for you.

We have just launched a new website which is specific to all elements of the Romana’s Pilates training programme at Pilates Unlimited.

Or for further information call Carole at Pilates Unlimited on 09 486 1018 or email carole@pilatesunlimited.co.nz.

18 Northcroft Street, Takapuna Beach www.pilatesunlimited.co.nz

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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT QUINOVIC, TAKAPUNA

The Importance of Inspections A common mistake new landlords often make is tenanting their property as quickly as possible to get the revenue stream started.

But before that happens, it’s is crucial to carry out a thorough inspection of the property and record everything about the property. The initial inspection BEFORE the start of any tenancy is the most important inspection of all. This inspection is the foundation of the tenancy moving forward. Once the tenants have been there for weeks or months, it will be difficult to remember the details of the condition of the house and grounds as they were at the outset.

While the property is still vacant; just before the start of the tenancy – take as many photographs of the condition and the chattels as possible and record the current condition – not just the defects. Every room, the exterior of the property and grounds should be covered in your initial inspection as well as the deviation from good condition to any sort of defects, scratches, marks or functionality should be noted.

As soon as tenants are found, we recommend checking the report together and both parties should sign and agree. It is important that both parties know what the condition is of the property at the beginning of the tenancy, and what, if anything, needs to be repaired.

“Quinovic Takapuna will always make sure a thorough inspection is completed when the property is going under management and before the start of each tenancy. The inspection report will be down to the very detail of every single room and the condition, and be supported by hundreds of photographs.” says Madeleine Gilbert; Business Development Manager.

By integrating the tenants into the process and agreeing on the condition right at the start of the tenancy, the foundation of the business relationships is built. It enables the tenants to feel part of the process and to be confident that the property inspection report will not be slanted in the landlords favour.

At the end of the tenancy, this exact report should be used to complete the move out inspection. The initial inspection report will then show if there are any damages to the property. If existing damages or marks are already noted on the initial report, the tenants cannot be blamed for it at the end. However any new deliberate or careless damage will be easily identified and can be claimed from the tenant. The more detailed and accurate the move in property inspection report is carried out by the landlord and agreed upon start of the tenancy with the tenant, the easier the handling process at the end of every tenancy.

If you as a landlord want to make sure a property inspection report is completed BEFORE AND AFTER each tenancy, talk to Madeleine Gilbert today. Quinovic Takapuna offers this service plus many more as part of our comprehensive property management care and return package without extra charge.

If you want to experience the experts in property care and return and make sure you get the best possible return on your investment, get in touch now! Contact Madeleine Gilbert today! We also offer Free Rental Appraisals and an Investment Property Health Check for your property.

OPTOMETRY HAYDON OPTOMETRISTS, TAKAPUNA

Be Glaucoma Aware This July

David Haydon

July is Glaucoma Awareness month and I thought it was a good time to remind you about the disease and the importance of early detection.

Glaucoma is a progressive disease of the optic nerve. It can be associated with elevated pressure inside the eye and can lead to permanent vision loss. An estimated 90,000 New Zealanders have this condition. Fifty percent of these people are undiagnosed, and don’t know they have glaucoma.

Because there are usually no symptoms at first, glaucoma is called the “sneak thief of sight”. As the disease progresses, a person with glaucoma may notice his or her vision gradually failing.

The average person over the age of 40 has about a 1% chance of developing glaucoma. However, those who have a relative with glaucoma have a much greater chance of developing the disease.

Glaucoma can be detected by regular eye examinations with an optometrist. People have presented with severe glaucoma damage after many years of purchasing “hobby” glasses. The harm does not come from the glasses but from the absence of any eye examination over long periods of time.

The disease can be managed to prevent further damage and associated vision loss. Treatment for glaucoma is aimed at lowering the eye pressure. The earlier the detection and implementation of treatment the greater the chance of preventing loss of sight.

A standard eye examination at Haydons includes screening for glaucoma. Typical tests for this disease include measurement of the eye pressure, assessment and imaging of the optic nerve, and visual field testing.

We also have innovative technology that lets us ‘see under the surface’ of the retina and better assess the optic nerve and nerve fibres feeding into it. This instrument, the Optical Coherence Tomographer (OCT), is proving to be a valuable tool in the diagnosis of glaucoma. With timely treatment and good education, people with glaucoma can retain excellent vision their entire life.

That is totally in alignment with the goal and commitment of us all here at Haydons.

For more information call Madeleine Gilbert at Quinovic; Phone: 449 2004 or 021 844 531 or email; madeleine@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz

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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

I care about my eyes Haydon Optometrists, 159 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Ph: 09 489 5232 Fax: 09 486 5179 haydon@clear.net.nz www.haydons.co.nz

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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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MAGGIE BARRY: NORTH SHORE MP

PACK & SEND, TAKAPUNA

Sending Something Overseas?

PACK & SEND Takapuna is your "one stop shop" for all your international packaging and freight needs. When you need to send overseas to any country you can rely on Pack & Send's experience to package it and get it delivered, safely.

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

Sending overseas is complex and PACK & SEND makes it easy. “We prepare all the items for sending, make inventory lists and prepare customs documentation,” 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.”

If you are planning your overseas winter vacation but want to travel unencumbered, let PACK & SEND forward your bulky baggage there in time for your arrival.

Not only does PACK & SEND export items, it arranges for the importation of goods and sensitive documents too. They have outlets in Australia and UK that can even assist with packing.

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.

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.

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Shore Matters with MP Maggie Barry

Maggie Barry.

America’s Cup is once again New Zealand's Cup

Congratulations Emirates Team New Zealand on your relentless pursuit of the Auld Mug, and on your inclusion of our talented North Shore youth in your crew. Giving roles to new graduates such as Elise Beavis, who helped with computational fluid dynamics and aerodynamics, showed your willingness to adopt new ways and fresh ideas. I admit to being a bit surprised to see our America’s Cup team still training here at the end of summer when others had settled in Bermuda but it all made sense as race after race we took on the world and won. Such athleticism, innovation, science and teamwork, backed up by the support of family in Bermuda and Kiwis here at home. In the words of North Shore resident Pete Montgomery the America’s Cup is New Zealand’s Cup once more and we are now looking forward to seeing the world’s finest racing again in Auckland.

Also impressive was the performance of the NZL team sailing in the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup, despite narrowly missing out on retaining their trophy. Shore sailors Logan Dunning Beck, Luca Brown, Stewart Dodson, Matthew Kempkers and Josh Salthouse dominated the crew list.

Promoting and encouraging youth excellence and innovation is also at the heart of one of our most exciting local projects. “Shore Junction” looks set to become New Zealand’s first youth focused innovation centre and is taking shape in the former Takapuna RSA building. The Yes Disability Resource Centre Foundation ably led by long-time community and business leader Chairman Gary Monk ONZM and dynamo CEO Sonia Thursby has now progressed to resource consenting stage. Thanks to the enormous generosity of North Shore philanthropists, and a successful North Harbour Club lunch which raised around $30,000 overall fundraising is going well.

Follow the progress and learn more at www.shorejunction.nz Given our ageing population, the serious and growing problem of elder abuse requires a different approach and effective and accessible help wherever and whenever victims need it. I’ve just launched new Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) which includes a free and confidential 24/7 helpline 0800 32 668 65 or 0800 EA NOT OK for anyone who needs information or support on elder abuse.

Sir Peter Snell has accepted my invitation to become the Patron of SuperSeniors Champions - a group of articulate people who are able to use their high profiles to raise awareness of such serious issues as elder abuse.

There are more improvements for North Shore Hospital with Health Minister Jonathan Coleman opening Waitemata DHB’s $9.84 million Whenua Pupuke Clinical Skills and Research Centre allowing for continued training of WDHB’s 6,700 staff and encouragement of research.

The North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust recognised Bill Speedy, Eric Faesenkloet and Paul Byrnes for their business excellence and philanthropic work giving back to the community by inducting them as new laureates into its Business Hall of Fame.

Please join me for a meeting I’m hosting on Predator Free 2050 with my guest Auckland DOC 2050 ranger at Campbells Bay School, at 6:00pm, on Tuesday 11th July.

If you would like to attend please phone 09 486 0005 or e-mail northshore@parliament.govt.nz If you would like to make an appointment to see me please phone 09 486 0005 or e-mail Northshore@parliament.govt.nz for an appointment.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: TRISTRAM ŠKODA, TAKAPUNA

Tristram European Welcome ŠKODA ŠKODA is the latest exciting new addition to the stable of brands at Tristram European. A brand new, state of the art ŠKODA building on the corner of Wairau Road and Hillside Road is now open, and sits on the same site as Tristram Volkswagen.

For some of us the ŠKODA name still has some past association with poorly built Eastern European vehicles, but much has changed since then. In the year 2000 the brand became wholly owed by the Volkswagen Group and was relaunched, offering an exceptional range of models. The new generation of ŠKODA vehicles set new standards in design, build quality, and smart features which make these exceptional cars to own and drive.

Many of you who are familiar with Tristram European will know Penny Thorne, who is now brand manager for the new ŠKODA dealership. Penny and the Tristram ŠKODA team focus on ‘simply 5 star service’ through a slick, well run operation, in a relaxed environment. Penny says: “We want our customers to have a leading edge experience that makes them want to drop by to have a coffee at their leisure, after purchasing from us and in between services, and not for any other reason. The ŠKODA brand is offering the perfect range of models and price points to compliment what Tristram has been able to offer in the past, right through to the new ŠKODA Kodiaq - a seven seater SUV starting from $39,990.

Perfect for those wishing to purchase a quality, European brand in a completely affordable space.” Tristram European has offered ŠKODA customers servicing for more than six years, so the level of understanding of the ŠKODA product is already very extensive within the team.

Tristram European is privately owned and operated by Mark Hayward & Wayne Leach (Winger Group). Mark’s passion is to offer his customers what he calls ‘The Hotel Experience’ which is where the concept of having a concierge onsite all began.

Tristram European is offering an amazing grand opening package - any new ŠKODA purchases come with a free Tristram service plan and a $1000 Federation Clothing Voucher. This offer is available through until 31st July 2017. Keeping it local and supporting local

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talent, Tristram ŠKODA have partnered with North Shore based streetwear label Federation Clothing; providing a younger, fresher approach for ŠKODA buyers. Look out for the Federation x Tristram ŠKODA Octavia wagon on the streets, and parked out front of Federation in Takapuna!

We would love to hear your voice through feedback, comments and interaction on our social media pages, and keep a look out for special giveaways and video content online. Pop in to see Penny and the team at Tristram ŠKODA, or for the latest update on ŠKODA models and information, along with our full vehicle stock list, visit us at our dedicated Tristram ŠKODA website at www.tristramskoda.co.nz Tristram ŠKODA, Corner Hillside and Wairau Roads, North Shore, 09 441 0090, www.tristramskoda.co.nz www.facebook.com/tristramskoda/ www.instagram.com/tristramskoda/

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MY FAVOURITE RECIPE JOSIE ADRIAANSEN

Josie's Italian Eggplant Casserole Josie Adriaansen is well known in the Murrays Bay area, where she has lived with her husband Adrian for almost three decades. As well as being the office manager for a small to medium North Shore company, she is also a driving force behind the Murrays Bay Residents Association. Earlier this year the association brought back the Murrays Bay Birdman Festival which was a huge success and Josie played a big part in that event. She says her interests include 'wining and dining' with friends and family, hiking, biking, swimming, going for beach walks and being involved with community events and cultural arts festivals. Josie and Adrian share three wonderful adult children – Reeco, Melanie and Tim. Josie also makes a mean Italian Eggplant Casserole. She shared this favourite recipe with Channel's Aidan Bennett.

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

JOSIE ADRIAANSEN: A modified version of Italian Eggplant Casserole which originates from the 1981 edition of The New Australian Women’s Weekly cookbook.

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

JA: Prepare all the ingredients beforehand and contrary to what the recipe says I shallow-fry the eggplant while everything else is cooking so you don’t have to stand around waiting for it after you have cooked everything else. I also add chilli flakes and extra tomato paste to add a bit of spice.

AB: Why did you choose this recipe?

JA: My family consists of vegans, vegetarians and omnivores and this dish provides great nutrition for them all. It has been our family favourite as they grew up.

AB: What do you love about cooking and baking?

JA: We always enjoy our dinner sitting around the dinner table and not in front of TV so it is important to try and be creative through experimenting with different recipes and hopefully produce something edible for everyone to enjoy.

AB: Self taught, or did you have a cooking mentor?

JA: A bit of both really. When I arrived in New Zealand many years ago I was taken on managing one of Foodtown’s cafeterias where

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I had to cook lunches and hot meals for all the staff. How I got this job is a different story altogether as I did know very little about cooking. However all the staff were very keen on helping me make it work so I received advise from the butchers, bakers and everyone else visiting the cafeteria who thought I needed advice.

AB: What’s the biggest disaster you’ve had in the kitchen?

JA: After checking this with the family they all came up with the same answer, toasting garlic bread in the oven as on numerous occasions I start talking to people and happen to forget about it until the smell of something burning alerts us to the blackened charcoal in the oven.

AB: What’s your favourite cuisine?

JA: Japanese and Turkish.

AB: What foodie spots do you and Adrian enjoy visiting locally?

JA: Taksim, Bella Bambina, Ramen Takara.

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

JA: Floating somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea enjoying lobster and a fine wine at the Captain's table on a luxury cruise liner!!

Josie’s Italian Eggplant Casserole Ingredients:

3 tablespoons of oil 500g zucchini 2 onions 2 cloves of garlic 1 green pepper 1 red pepper 125g mushrooms 470g can tomatoes (I used Italian) 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp mixed herbs ½ tsp chilli flakes 2/3 cup of water

Method:

125g can tomato paste 300g can four bean mix 300g can red kidney beans 300g can of lentils Salt, pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Oil for shallow frying eggplant (I use a spray can of olive oil) 1 or 2 eggplants depending on size 125g mozzarella cheese 1 tsp paprika

• Slice zucchini and chop other vegetables ready for cooking. Slice eggplant(s) into 1cm rounds and put these aside for shallow frying. Shallow-fry them on both sides while cooking other ingredients.

• Cook vegetables over a low heat until peppers are tender, approx. 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook a further 1 minute.

• Add undrained mashed tomatoes, oregano, mixed herbs, water and tomato paste, stir until combined; bring to the boil and simmer uncovered for a further 3 minutes.

• Add rinsed and well-drained four bean mix and red kidney beans, salt, pepper and parsley, stirring uncovered until beans are heated through.

• Put into a large ovenproof dish and overlap with shallow-fried eggplant. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and paprika.

• Bake in moderate oven 30 minutes or until golden brown.

• Serves 6 to 8 people.

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A North Shore family business.

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MY DOG & ME: WITH BRONWYN CAPILL

Radley & Bronwyn!

In association with our good friends at DogHQ each month we meet Shore people whose four-legged family members add a great deal of joy to their lives. Our very own dog-lover Aidan Bennett (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 Bronwyn Capill about Radley her lovely Irish Terrier.

AIDAN BENNETT: How long has Radley been part of your life?

BRONWYN CAPILL: Radley is four years old and has been a part of our family since he was a puppy.

AB: What made you decide to get an Irish Terrier?

BC: We were looking for a medium sized dog with a friendly and energetic personality. We did a lot of research and found the Irish Terrier was our fit – and having hair, not fur was an added bonus.

We got in touch with a family who had two Irish Terriers, and after visiting them, we were hooked! There are very few breeders in New Zealand, but we were lucky enough to not have to wait too long for Radley to arrive.

AB: Is he your first dog? If not tell us about your other dogs?

BC: Radley is our family’s first dog. However, both my husband Mark and I had dogs when we were growing up – (dachshund, cavalier King Charles spaniel).

AB: Do you have any other pets?

BC: No, Radley is our only pet.

AB: What do you love about your Radley?

BC: Radley is such a happy boy and eager to please. He has a lovely nature and loves meeting people. He looks forward to his daily walks and we are often stopped on Milford Beach by other dog owners who comment on Radley’s happy disposition and friendly personality.

AB: Does he have any bad habits?

BC: Radley likes to exercise his vocal chords – especially when someone comes to the door, or he is roused from a deep sleep – by any noise! We are working on it...

AB: What are his favourite things to do?

BC: Radley loves going for walks – most weekends he meets up with his BFFs Flossie and Noah for walks along the beach, in long grass and occasionally in the forest where his senses get a real work out.

He loves chasing and catching a ball and playing ‘rough and tumble’ with our teenage son.

Bronwyn Capill and Radley, her Irish Terrier.

AB: How long has he been going to DogHQ and does he love it?

BC: After a negative experience at another daycare, we discovered DogHQ and haven’t looked back. Radley has been attending DogHQ for just over three years and he loves it. The staff treat him like one of their own and he has made lots of furry friends. Attending daycare has been an important contributor to ensuring he is a well socialised dog.

AB: Does he love the beach and swimming?

BC: Radley loves the open spaces of the beach – but is very wary of waves! He will however go into the water to fetch a stick – as long as it isn’t too rough.

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

BC: Do your research to find the right dog for your family and lifestyle. It is so important for you and your puppy that they learn how to get on with other dogs and humans, so get them into a puppy/ obedience course and be prepared to spend quality time with them, as you would any other member of your family. Your puppy will change your life forever!

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FEATURE INTERVIEW: DAVID GIBSON, GM NORTH HARBOUR RUGBY

A chat with...

David Gibson

By Aidan Bennett

The tenacious former Blues halfback and new GM at North Harbour Rugby.

David Gibson is the new General Manager of North Harbour Rugby. Judging by the reports we are hearing, the union has got a real goodie to lead them. David – or Gibbo as he is affectionately known to many – has an impressive rugby and rugby management pedigree. He was born in Hawera and started playing rugby in Taranaki. While he became a toplevel halfback, he originally played fullback for New Zealand Secondary Schools before heading to Dunedin in 2008. There he completed a Bachelor of Physical Education at the University of Otago. He made the Otago and North Island Under 18 sides, and represented New Zealand in both the world champion Under 19 side and the Under 20s.

Gibson then pulled on the Highlanders jersey in 2002 before moving to Auckland and the Blues in 2003. There he won the Super Rugby title in his first year. He played for the Blues until 2007 and also played for Auckland, and was part of a team that won the Ranfurly Shield and two national titles. In 2006, he played for Northland. He also played international rugby for New Zealand M¯aori – an honour which was special to Gibson because of his M¯aori heritage.

The 37-year-old, who lives in Greenhithe with his wife Gillian and their three children – has spent the past decade with the New Zealand Rugby Players Association (NZRPA) in various roles, including working in member services, five years as Player Services Manager and, more recently, two years as the General Manager for the Association. During Gibson’s nine years with the NZRPA he has seen the membership base grow and, with that, an increase in demand for player services and an increase in awareness of the issues players face. Gibson was an integral part of negotiating a Collective Employment Agreement for players.

Gibson completed a Diploma in Business Administration Management at AUT University. In 2006, a neck injury interrupted his playing career and he undertook work experience in the marketing department of Auckland Rugby and also at the NZRPA. In 2008, he officially called time on his illustrious rugby career as a result of his neck injury and had to deal with the challenges associated with coming to terms with the end of his professional rugby career. His post rugby career started at the NZRPA. While with the NZRPA Dave continued his education, both working on an MBA from the Edinburgh Business School and learning Te Reo M¯aori.

NZRPA's President David Kirk had this to say at his farewell.

“David’s contribution to the NZRPA has been impressive. In his time with us, he has been involved in many important areas. For me, the highlights among his many achievements are the growth of the Personal Development Programme, the people he has brought into the programme, and the resulting expansion of the support that we offer players."

NZRPA’s CEO Rob Nichol is thrilled that his colleague and good friend has secured his new role, saying: “I am both impressed and proud of what Gibbo has achieved, initially during his playing days, but even more so following his retirement from playing due to injury. His determination and desire to develop and evolve his skill base for the Personal Development Programme and his other duties – which all grew in complexity and scale

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– have been constant, as have his friendship and support for everyone he has worked with."

Gibson officially started at North Harbour Rugby on Monday 12 June, replacing Brett Hollister. Channel Magazine’s Aidan Bennett put these questions to him over a coffee in mid-June.

AIDAN BENNETT: Professional rugby clearly has some challenges, but Harbour must be in a good position to thrive in coming years?

DAVID GIBSON: Yes, you are right, there are some obvious trends in New Zealand Rugby when it comes to engagement and participation, some really positive and some that need some attention.

North Harbour Rugby has made some positive progress in a number of areas, particularly in the female and junior grades due to the hard work and passion by those at the coal face.

Conversely, we are seeing a drop off when it comes to young people choosing to play rugby in schools, which then flows on to the clubs where there are fewer people playing senior rugby, volunteering and managing the game at a community level. These trends are well known. Providing meaningful and long lasting solutions will take some innovative thinking, and this is an area that I hope to spend some time understanding with those in the clubs, schools and communities.

On a positive note we currently have over 10,000 registered players in the province, which includes the strongest growth in the women’s game in New Zealand, and I think it is important that we take the time to reflect and really celebrate that.

There are some amazing passionate people in our province who work tirelessly to bring all of the moving parts together so our kids can play, have fun and grow as people, our coaches can create safe and empowering cultures, and our families and communities can

Dave Gibson (in black) coaches his boys North Harbour Marist J5 rugby team.

connect – which is part of the essence of what rugby is about.

And of course, importantly, those organisations and partnerships that sponsor and fund the game continue to support and bring others along to be part of what we are doing and where we are heading – we are lucky in that respect to have some long standing partnerships at the Union and in the clubs who play a vital role to the health of Rugby across the Province, and I would like to thank them for all that they do.

We live in such a diverse part of New Zealand where people love to live, with 12 proud clubs bounded by three Harbours. From Mahurangi to Massey, Takapuna to North Shore, such a melting pot of communities bonded by Rugby – something that is pretty cool and I am proud to be a part of having lived in the region for the last five years.

I believe we are in a good position to keep building into the future.

AB: Can you learn quite a bit from the NZRU model and how successful they have been with the AB’s over the past decade?

DG: Of course, the success of the New Zealand Rugby (NZR) model is the envy of many professional sports organisations and I have been lucky enough to be involved in it over the years in my former role. NZR has experienced unprecedented success at a national level with our professional rugby teams – long may it continue.

However, the strength of what we have been able to achieve, and I am not saying anything that NZR do not already know, starts with the community game. If our communities are passionate and engaged, and see rugby more than just sport, but as something that has a positive impact in the lives of people, then participation will strengthen at all levels. This is where all of our future players, coaches, administrators and leaders – both women and men – will come from, ensuring rugby remains strong for years to come.

AB: What will your style be?

DG: Good question and one that I may struggle to articulate by myself. You may have to ask those that I have worked alongside before or who know me better, maybe even the North Harbour staff in six months’ time!

I have been pretty lucky to have some good people and mentors who have given up their time to support me in my journey so far, and this has provided some great learning when it comes to working with people.

I guess I am still developing my style, but I do think it is important that you look for your “own style”. One thing I always try and do is be myself in situations and don’t be too quick to speak; sometimes listening and reflecting allows you to look for the constructive points in conversations that can sometimes be hidden amongst “noise” – views, agendas, opinions or sometimes how someone might be feeling on a particular day, which in itself may be the best thing to uncover for you and that person. Be good to people and they will be good to you.

The other thing I look for is respecting others, for me this is a bit of a currency, you know you are not going to see eye to eye with everyone you meet, but having mutual respect for one another allows the relationship and communication lines to remain intact.

AB: Do you have any other pastimes or passions?

DG: Spending time with my family and friends is both a passion and one of my favourite pastimes. Family is most things to me and part of what gives me the energy I need to keep going. My wife Gillian was born and bred in the North Shore and attended Kristin School along with her two brothers. I have a step daughter Georgia who attends Westlake and twin eight year old boys, Marley and Tate, who attend Greenhithe Primary School.

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BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS PLAYERS VISIT KRISTIN Kristin School had the pleasure of hosting Rory Best, Alun Wyn Jones and Jonathon Joseph, from the British and Irish Lions rugby team last month when they visited the school.

The three tremendously proud international rugby players an Irishman, a Welshman and an Englishman - were totally at ease, chatting and signing autographs for students.

Alun Wyn Jones addressed the school’s 1st XV before their match with Northcote 1st XV in the Kristin changing room. He spoke of the tremendous opportunities the game has given him and he hoped all the boys would continue to play and enjoy their rugby. The boys responded with a 22-5 win over a tough Northcote side!

Kristin presented the three players with a gift box of traditional Kiwi goodies.

rugby rugby team at North Harbour Marist Club or doing some form of exercise to keep the body from stiffening up and the old rugby injuries catching up on me! And although I like connecting with people, I also like my own time, so every now and then I might fly solo to a movie or even the local for a beer – bit weird I know, I think I get that from my dad.

AB: What are your favourite holiday spots in New Zealand and abroad?

DG: Probably not a spot but time of year. I love the Christmas and New Year period. It’s a time when we get to catch up with my family. I am originally from Taranaki and grew up in a small town called Eltham, before shifting to New Plymouth for my high school years. My parents and both my sisters live in New Plymouth (other brother lives at Mt Maunganui) so it is nice to go back there with the kids and just chill out, eat, and chill out some more. Travelling more abroad with the family is on the bucket list, however we live in a pretty cool part of the world, so no rush on that front.

AB: You were called a tenacious halfback in your time. Who was the toughest opponent you came up against?

DG: That’s easy. There were few – not a lot, but a few – players running around that when you were playing against them you looked out for. The late Jerry Collins and Sione Lauaki, were two men that as a halfback you knew it was going to be a tough night at the office as they would be testing your tackle technique all night from the scrums. The other was Ma’a Nonu who was an enforcer when it came to getting the team over the advantage line. He would usually run a powerful line off scrums and lineouts down a halfback’s channel, and there was no hiding! You had to make the tackle, or not – and there were a few “nots” in my time with those three men. All good guys too.

AB: Favourite rugby moment in your career?

DG: There were a few magic moments – playing for the NZ M¯aori, Super Rugby and National Championship titles and the Ranfurly Shield win. However, I would have to say, my favourite rugby moments were the ones with mates after the game having a few beers. I have been lucky to play for a few teams in my career from Otago to the Taniwha up north, and all the mates that I have made makes up my favourite moments in my rugby career!

I never managed to play for North Harbour in my time, but have been lucky to play and be friends with some great Harbour men.

AB: Any particular rugby players or rugby people who inspire you?

DG: I always loved playing rugby with my mates when I was growing up, and a wee bit competitive, so I did not really need too much in the way of inspiration. However if I was to reflect on those rugby players that I played with who I regard as inspirational, I would have to say those who played and gave so much of themselves to New Zealand over a long period of time.

Men like Richie McCaw, Kevin Mealamu, Tony Woodcock and Conrad Smith. They played at the highest level but also gave so much more to ensure the legacy of what they were trying to create remained strong for those coming after them. They also gave so much of themselves, at the expense of their own family time to New Zealand, and I think that is pretty special.

You can contact Dave Gibson via email at: david@harbourrugby.co.nz DISCLOSURE BY THE WRITER: Our business Benefitz (publisher of Channel Magazine) has been a sponsor of North Harbour Rugby for 25 years. We love the contribution the union makes to the region and we love our rugby! Go Harbour!

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BUSINESS BUSINESSSPOTLIGHT: SPOTLIGHT: KITCHEN KITCHENSTUDIO STUDIO

Kitchen Studio North Shore – A Winning Team Kitchen Studio North Shore has had a winning year in 2017. It recently had huge success at the annual Kitchen Studio Awards night, taking out several awards over multiple categories in the nation-wide competition.

The North Shore branch won Franchise of the Year, an impressive win considering Kitchen Studio North Shore was competing with every Kitchen Studio branch across New Zealand. Kitchen Studio North Shore also took out several design awards including Kitchen of the Year, People’s Choice award, Creative Excellence and highly commended in the under $20,000 category, and Kitchen of the Year. The last three out of five years, Kitchen Studio North Shore has won the supreme ‘Kitchen of the Year’ award.

Owners Karen and Paul Collins are delighted with the success of the business and their in-house designers. They have owned the North Shore franchise for 10 years and ‘getting it right’ is the aim when a new client approaches them. Karen says: “Our goal is to design and build a kitchen that our clients will love, and that if their friends wanted a new kitchen they would recommend us for the job.”

“Quality and good design have become more important to people looking to build or renovate their home, and they realise it’s vital to get advice from a professional,” continues Karen. “We employ highly qualified designers, who understand what our clients want. We work hard at training and keeping up to date with new products; we meet at the showroom on a regular basis so our staff can discuss what they have learned and share their ideas with one another.”

Karen and Paul have also visited EuroCucina in Milan, which is the largest kitchen expo in the world. EuroCucina showcases the leading trends, products and finishes in kitchen design and offers cutting-edge ideas and solutions for the modern kitchen. Visits to Kitchen Studio’s suppliers were included in the trip with a tour to the Blum factory in Austria, Hafele in Germany and benchtop supplier Cosentino, in Spain. “It’s important to stay up to date with new looks coming out of Europe, but we also have to consider the New Zealand lifestyle, and work with the available space to achieve the best result for our clients,” says Karen.

An important part of the five-step process at Kitchen Studio is the initial site visit to the client’s home, where the designer looks at the space and light available, along with any other important considerations. After the consultation with the client to discuss their ideas, budget and expectations, the designer gets started on the plan for the kitchen. Factors for consideration include colour trends, products, finishes, lighting and splashback materials. There are so many things to think about when planning a new kitchen, and the designers at Kitchen Studio use their expertise to help simplify what can otherwise be a stressful process for the home owner.

The team at Kitchen Studio.

The next step is for the client to meet with the designer in the showroom, to demonstrate how the design for the kitchen is looking.

Changes can be made if required, and once the client is happy with the design and costing, the designer and operations team will visit the site again to check measurements and inspect the installation area. The back-office staff will make sure the design is interpreted and ordered correctly. Once installation time arrives, all trade services such as electricians and plumbers can be coordinated to minimise disruption within the home.

Kitchen Studio offer a unique double guarantee - a 10-year guarantee to their clients, which is transferrable to new owners if the house is sold within that time. There is also a deposit guarantee which is backed by the Kitchen Studio franchisor, which means that any deposits paid are secure until work is completed.

Kitchen Studio North Shore also make time to be involved with the community, and its contribution towards projects such as the ‘House of Dreams’ in Beach Haven was a memorable one. The company designed and installed a kitchen for the house, which was then auctioned. The initiative raised $145,000 to assist with new Plunket rooms in Beach Haven.

Next month we start meeting the Kitchen Studio designers, who talk about special projects and their passion for designing great kitchens.

Kitchen Studio North Shore, 40D William Drive, Albany, 09 443 3264, www.kitchenstudio.co.nz

Our experienced team will design a kitchen you love, and guide you through every step of your new kitchen project.

KITCHEN STUDIO NORTH SHORE • 40D WILLIAM DRIVE, ALBANY 09 443 3264 • WWW.KITCHENSTUDIO.CO.NZ

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TEAMING UP FOR BETTER CARE With a growing and ageing population, chronic health conditions are on the rise – placing new demands on healthcare providers. At AUT, those demands are met with an approach that is benefiting public health, and training the health workforce of tomorrow to provide effective care.

Over the past 10 years, AUT has developed an interprofessional care and training model for undergraduate health students. Under this model, students and staff from different health-related disciplines collaborate to meet patients’ physical, psychological and social needs – and patients are very much part of the team.

This model of care is available publically via the interprofessional programmes offered through the AUT Integrated Health (AIH) clinic.

In 2015, AIH launched an interprofessional diabetes programme supporting people with Type II diabetes and their families. Diabetes can lead to serious health issues, so patients are cared for by a team of students and staff from relevant fields including oral health, podiatry, counselling and support, and nutrition and exercise.

In a follow-up study, patients reported feeling more empowered to self-manage their condition, while students and staff gained new perspectives, understanding and improved collaborative skills.

The diabetes programme has been the catalyst for a number of new AIH interprofessional health programmes. Last year saw the launch of AIH’s Living Well programme, supporting people living with life-changing events such as major health diagnoses, and two more programmes are on the horizon.

The first is a pulmonary rehabilitation programme for people who have finished rehabilitation with the Waitemata District Health

Board and are starting longer-term rehabilitation. The second is an interprofessional music-based programme, supporting primary school children with mobility and coordination challenges.

Brenda Flood, senior lecturer in interprofessional education and practice development at AUT, explains why these programmes are so important. “By the end of the programmes, students have made new friends, gained new understandings of how they can work together in an interprofessional team environment, have an understanding of what the role of other disciplines entails, are able to reflect on themselves and their contribution, and recognise the value in multiple points of view,” she says.

“They feel safe and supported and have developed new ways of integrating ‘knowing, acting and being’ in preparation for the dynamic, evolving and complex nature of the practice context. Patients enjoyed the partnership with students, and both groups agreed that care was significantly better.”

With these new programmes, AIH will continue playing a substantial role in improving patient outcomes and developing an interprofessional health workforce for the future.

GUEST COLUMNIST, PROFESSOR DUNCAN REID’S PERSPECTIVE:

NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART HOME FOR AUT STUDENT CLINIC Over the next few years, the AUT North Campus will undergo significant refurbishment. And as part of this development, the Akoranga Integrated Health (AIH) Clinic and the Student Health and Wellbeing Clinic will both relocate to the new Northmed Centre at 3 Akoranga Drive. The new name for AUT’s joint presence there will be AUT Health at Northmed.

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the centre of their care. The design of our new premises is structured to foster student interaction with each other, and to encourage more than one student to interact with patients where possible.

We’ve developed this approach over the years, running projects in patient groups with complex and chronic health conditions, including As Associate Dean of Health, I’m proud to be leading the transition of arthritis, diabetes, cardiac failure and breathing disorders. These the AIH Clinic (now to be called AUT Integrated Health) to our state- conditions require interactions with multiple health providers, so lend of-the-art new premises and I’m very themselves perfectly to an interprofessional excited about the future. way of working. And we’re not just leading the way with our progressive approach: our The AIH Clinic provides student podiatry clinic is the only one in New Zealand learning and public health services AIH is set to be the best where students receive any clinical training, across physiotherapy (including and our oral health clinic is the only one on student-led clinic in New orthopaedics, neurological, breathing, the North Shore educating students.

Zealand, if not the world. and dizziness and balance), podiatry, occupational therapy, oral health, AIH is set to be the best student-led clinic in counselling psychology, psychotherapy New Zealand, if not the world. We’re really and nursing. With our relocation, these looking forward to interacting with other services will be delivered in a purpose-built environment designed to health providers on the Northmed site and to enjoying greater visibility support our philosophy of interprofessional education. for AUT. We also hope to continue expanding our services to the public, who already make great use of our clinics.

Patients often feel that health services are siloed from each other – and that the health professionals they deal with don’t collaborate as The public can access AIH services with or without a GP referral – effectively as they should. At the AIH Clinic, we’re addressing this issue and safe in the knowledge that students are supervised in all clinics by by educating students within an interprofessional framework, where registered health professionals with a passion for the interprofessional students learn with and from each other, and the patient is placed at approach.

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DESTINATION DEVONPORT

Devonport Business Association

Dianne Hale

Update from the Chair…

It is hard to believe that we are half way through the year, with the shortest day already passed.

The Devonport Business Association BID Board held a ‘meet and greet’ at 3 Victoria Rd on Monday 19 June. The BID is now well established and the Board is keen to hear from our members, their ideas on how the BID could deliver more effectively to them. The meeting was well attended and members actively engaged. Auckland Transport representatives also attended to briefly present on Lake Rd proposals. It is recognised that Lake Road is a challenge as it is the only road into Devonport. The AT representatives responded to numerous questions and while the BID Board will submit on the points raised at the meeting, the members were also encouraged to individually submit their ideas to AT, either on the submission form or through the website.

‘Glow’ planning is well underway for mid-October, as part of Auckland Arts Festival, and the Board is still looking at a shortened ‘Clarence Open Street’ event possibly commencing around 5.30pm and running through to 9.30pm, however that is yet to be confirmed. The Local Board has provided a grant to assist with the running of the ‘Glow’ event, which our BID Board really appreciates.

I have spoken to an Auckland Transport officer and requested that our BID is kept informed on the progress of Stage 2 of the Devonport Wharf upgrade. I was advised that there is nothing to share at present, but it is hoped that in the near future they will be able give us a progress report on possible tenancies and estimated timing of occupancy.

The ‘i’ information centre, continued to run on reduced hours with steady support of volunteers during the time between the World Masters Games and the British and Irish Lions Tour.

Bikes are now available for hire, as that was something that the volunteers were continually asked for during the WMG event. Recognising the number of visitors to Devonport during that period, it will be interesting to receive the financial data to determine the impact on spend in our business area.

The Devonport Takapuna Local Board held a planning session on 27 June and our representative raised a number of issues that DBA BID considers priorities: Lake Road, footpath upgrades, town centre signage, Clarence St upgrade, retention and maintenance of flower beds, replanting of trees in the business area, band rotunda restoration along with power supply, Windsor Reserve Playground upgrade, and we also raised our member’s annoyance that the cardboard collection is to cease without any consultation with the BIDs or their members.

We have been made aware that our Business Association turns 70 in October next year, so the Board will be looking at ways of celebrating the date with events that will attract both the local and the wider community to attend and enjoy the opportunities our special village provides.

A reminder to our members that the date for the DBA BID AGM is scheduled for Monday September 18th at 5.30pm – venue to be confirmed.

Dianne

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Community News

By Maria Teape – Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust

Belmont/Bayswater Winter Fun Preschool Play has got off to a great start! The free preschool play mornings, held every Tuesday at the Rose Centre in Belmont, are for caregivers and their children to come along, play with a big variety of toys and meet old and new friends. Winter Fun Preschool Play is for children aged 0-6 years and attendance is casual with caregiver supervision required. The ‘free-play’ sessions start at 9:30am, finishing at 11am. For more info, contact Moira or Maria ph: 445 9533 or email: maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz Thanks to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and The Rose Centre for supporting this programme.

Devonport printmaker, Celia Walker, is curating the exhibition ‘From the Rivers to the Shores: Flyway Print Exchange’. Opening at the Main Gallery, Depot Artspace on Saturday 29 July, 2pm3:30pm, the Flyway Print Exchange are art projects that explore the connectivity of place through migratory birds. The exhibition features works of over 40 artists from across New Zealand and runs until 16th August.

Eva Scherer, herbal guru at Ngataringa Organic Garden, invites you to ‘All about Herbs’ on Sunday 23rd July. The event is being held at Ngataringa Organic Garden, 27 Lake Rd Devonport and kicks off at 10am. For a $2 koha, you will receive a cup of tea and have access to dried herbs for making a healthy infusion or aromatic bath at home. Eva also plans to start a one day after school herbal programme. She is interested to know how this idea will resonate within the Devonport community http://nog-garden. com/herb-fairy-academy/ so please call Eva 09 442 5799 or email her at eva@evascherer.com to share your ideas.

For a $2 koha, you will receive a cup of tea and have access to dried herbs for making a healthy infusion or aromatic bath at home.

Jacquie Walters and James Wilkinson perform live at The Bunker on Monday 31st July at 8pm. Both hail from Nelson.

Jacquie is a singer/songwriter with a distinctive clear voice and powerful songs. She has toured nationally and internationally, and recorded as part of the duo, Pounamo, in New Zealand. James is well-known as a virtuoso guitarist and fretless bass master.

Seating is limited so please book in advance – tickets $15, phone: 445 2227.

Have you met up with your neighbours lately? Devonport Peninsula Trust has some funding available to encourage people living in the Devonport peninsula area (Devonport to Hauraki Corner) to get together with their neighbours to develop neighbourhood connections. For more information contact Maria on ph: 09 445 9533 or email: maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz To receive the Devonport Peninsula eNEWS, a monthly email listing of community events, and other community notices, please email us at maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz Ka kite ano Maria

DESTINATION DEVONPORT

Football Club Calls for Upgrade Support Devonport’s footballing community is pushing for much-needed upgrades to its facilities. Inadequate playing fields have necessitated an exodus of families transporting young North Shore United players up Lake Road to play ‘home’ games as far a field as Glenfield and Albany.

Facilities at North Shore United’s Allen Hill stadium date back to the 1970s; dilapidated stands, an ailing clubhouse, insufficient parking and lack of training facilities, are areas of pressing concern. And the recent need to shift ‘home’ games off the peninsula is the icing on what has become a very difficult cake to swallow for hundreds of footballers and their families.

North Shore United Association Football Club Board has had enough and has encouraged members and the community to ask Devonport - Takapuna Local Board to prioritise a solution.

“We wish to highlight the opportunity that the Board now has to approve a well-researched, costed and supported plan for the upgrade of Allen Hill Stadium (Dacre Park),” said Club Secretary Steve Browning.

“This development will be a lasting legacy for this Board. It has the potential to turn a tired and under-utilised Ngataringa and Dacre Parks into one integrated active and passive recreation park that Devonport can be proud of.”

Auckland Council’s Sports Field Capacity Development

programme identified North Shore United’s significant short-fall in quality playing fields compared with its playing numbers. SFCD allocated $2,400,000 to the Devonport area to solve this short-fall and identified Allen Hill Stadium (Dacre Park) – which has been zoned active recreation since the 1970s – as the best location to help meet the demand for football fields in the Devonport / Belmont area. This was reviewed in 2016 by the Sports Parks Manager Community Services and was found to be a sound proposal.

The proposal is for one and a half hybrid turf pitches and floodlights as the best solution to deliver the playing and training hours that the level of playing membership requires. The feasibility study provides for 140 car parks and improves the entry/exit point to the park from Lake Road.

Council-funded acoustic and traffic flow testing found no issues with either in relation to the Unitary Plan.

“Having facilities at Allen Hill will reduce (not increase) traffic on Lake Road as a large number of teams currently travel out of Devonport to grounds in Forrest Hill and Albany,” said Steve.

He added: “North Shore United actively supports this solution as it means more club teams, especially juniors, will be able to play at the club’s home ground on pitches that enable better development of their footballing skills and increase their enjoyment of the game. It also means the club can enhance its club spirit by providing a modern well used facility and clubhouse that the local community can enjoy.”

Devonport Peninsula Residents

Collect your FREE rat trap

The Devonport Peninsula is part of the North-West Wildlink, a vital corridor for native birds as they fly from the Waitakere Ranges to the islands of the Hauraki Gulf and back. But introduced predators, such as rats, are taking a toll on New Zealand’s native birds.

FREE RAT TRAP

Help protect New Zealand’s native bird species - catch a dirty rat!

Collect your FREE rat trap at the Devonport Community Library (2 Victoria Road) on the following days: Saturday 8th July Saturday 15th July 11am – 1pm 11am – 1pm • If you can’t make it on these days, please email enquiries@norats.org for alternative pick-up options.

• If you have received a letter about this project recently, please bring it with you when you collect your trap.

Working together towards a pest-free Devonport Peninsula Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei are providing 1500 T-Rex rat traps and 1500 Evo Ambush motels to be used by residents on the Devonport peninsula. This number is based on a target ratio of one in five homes as recommended by the Auckland Council Biosecurity team.

Traps and motels will be distributed on a first in, first served basis, one per household.

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MILFORD NEWS

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

Milford Delegation for Local Board Plan By the time you read this a group of six delegates from the Milford Business Association will have presented to the Devonport Takapuna Local Board on what we want done in Milford over the next three years.

The local board and council have invested heavily in Devonport and Takapuna and have a major project planned for Takapuna in the next three years in Hurstmere Rd and the upgrade of Clarence Street in Devonport. These two towns centres will look extremely good as a result. All we are asking is that the local board and council assist with the implementation of key elements of the Milford 30 Year Town Centre Plan that they have already approved.

Our town centre will then be of an equal standard to our sister local board centres and assist in being a magnet to bring more customers to the region.

The three local business associations collaborate on a number of matters at present and have agreed on a joint tourism initiative to attract more tourists, both inbound and from overseas, to the DTLB area. Having the three centres of a similar standard will help us draw these visitors and improve the local economy – something that has already happened since each became BIDs (Business Improvement Districts).

We are hoping to get the town centre upgrade down to coincide with the completion work of our largest landlord, NZRPG, owner of the Milford Centre Shopping centre.

All of these are detailed in the Milford 30 Year Town Centre Plan that is on the council website for those of you who wish to know more.

All of them are significant to Milford if we are to be seen as the ‘Premium Town Centre’ on the Shore.

We are hoping to get the town centre upgrade down to coincide with the completion work of our largest landlord, NZRPG, owner of the Milford Centre Shopping centre. The estuary board walk project we would hope to be well underway in the next three years and the local walkways and heritage trails are not a major project – one we believe could be done in the current year.

As always, the business association will be involved in and where appropriate, contribute to the costs in order to get early completion.

So a busy three years is ahead of us.

New Businesses to visit We welcome new businesses as they breath new life into our business district. In recents months we have had the following join our community : Mortgage Express – above Meebz Coffee in Milford Rd KARA café – next to Barbershop. Co in Kitchener Rd Stitch Ministry – open in the Milford Shopping Centre Robert Harris Coffee – new owner Chin Long has taken over.

Win a Premium Weekend Away We’ve once again partnered with the great team at North Shore Mercedes Benz, winner of Top Mercedes Benz Dealership of the Year, to bring you another fantastic weekend away. We’ll arrange the Mercedes vehicle for you and give you a $1000 to book your premium accommodation at any destination you desire (terms & conditions apply). So come and visit our friendly businesses and get as many entries as you like. The more businesses you visit – the more chance you have of winning this fabulous prize.

Murray See you in Milford

Our three main areas we are presenting on are: 1. Town Centre Upgrade 2. Wairau Estuary Board Walk project 3. Enhance local walkways & develop heritage trails

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OPTOMETRY & EYEWEAR MELISSA HAY, VISIQUE MILFORD

Melissa Hay

Factor

Fiction?

With our access to any information from the internet, we can all become experts in every field! But a lot of this information can be contradictory and it’s hard to know whether to trust it or not.

These are a few myths I get asked about on a weekly basis.

"Wearing glasses will cause my eyes to deteriorate faster."

This is a really common myth, lots of people believe this.

There are, of course, two very different reasons why people wear glasses – short-sightedness, or myopia, where things in the distance are blurry, and long-sightedness, or hyperopia, where you can’t focus on things close up. Long-sightedness is often agerelated; many people begin noticing in their 40-50s that it’s difficult to read in low lighting. As we age the lenses in our eyes gradually stiffen, making it harder to adjust to different distances. When people get to the stage where their arms aren’t long enough to hold a book or menu far enough away to focus on the text, they opt for reading glasses.

What’s surprising is how few trials have been conducted on the prolonged effect of wearing glasses. And from what we know there’s no persuasive evidence that wearing reading glasses has a detrimental effect your eyesight. Why then do so many people become convinced, anecdotally, that glasses have made their eyesight worse? People may gradually find themselves more and more dependent on their specs, but it’s because the lenses of their eyes have continued to deteriorate with age. So people find themselves needing their glasses more often, leading them to conclude that the glasses must have made their sight worse, where in fact, there’s no causal relationship. Whether or not you choose to wear your reading glasses will make no difference to your eyesight

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in the long run (although if you have to strain your eyes to read, you might get headaches or find that your eyes feel sore).

However, the situation is not the same with children. Not wearing the right glasses, or any glasses at all if they are needed, can have a long-term impact.

"The iris of the eye can show a person's health."

The iris is a thin circular structure that controls the light coming into our eyes. Most babies are born with blue eyes, which gradually darken over the next three years. Your genetic code decides what colour iris you will get. The iris is usually strongly pigmented, with the colour typically ranging between brown, hazel, green, gray, or blue. Occasionally, the colour of the iris is due to a lack of pigmentation, as in the pinkish-white irides of people with albinism.

Despite the wide range of colours, the only pigment that contributes substantially to normal human iris colour is the dark pigment melanin. Iris colour is due to variable amounts of eumelanin (brown/ black melanins) and pheomelanin (red/yellow melanins) produced by melanocytes. More of the former is found in brown eyed people and of the latter in blue and green-eyed people.

Similarly to our fingerprints, the shape, colour and structure of the iris are very personal. We all have a unique iris, and this one day could be used to recognise us at the airport or with different software. Given that the iris is finalised from when we are three years old, there is no relationship to our iris and our health. Modern science does not see any link from your iris to your general health.

Melissa Hay, Visique Optometrists, 155 Kitchener Road, Milford, 09 489 4797, milford@visique.co.nz

MILFORD: TRAVEL WITH HELLOWORLD

Hello Magnificent Europe Experience the ultimate European dream holiday with a magnificent Avalon River Cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest. Travel along some of the most scenic and breathtaking rivers of Mary Buckley Europe, including the Rhine and Danube.

Owner/Director This 15 day cruise starts in Amsterdam where you will spend a couple of days exploring this lively city with its unique canals, or visit the world class museums. Leaving Holland for Germany the first stop is Cologne, known for its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral and Kolsch pale lager. From here you cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge which is arguably the most beautiful stretch of river where ancient castles appear on the cliffs.

Travelling further down the main river you reach Wurzburg with the imposing Marienberg Fortress perched above the town. Then visit medieval Bamberg to wander around the historic centre that is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The half way mark of this cruise brings you to the delightful Bavarian town of Roth. Nearby is Nuremberg where you can visit the thousand-year-old city’s medieval fortifications and beautiful gothic churches.

On the edge of the Danube river is the medieval town of Regensburg that has at least 1,300 listed buildings of historic interest and a history dating back to the Celts around 500 BC. Next on the itinerary is the charming town of Passau, a maze of narrow cobblestone streets located where the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers converge.

Experience the best of Austria with a visit to Melk that features one of Europe’s largest monasteries. Then cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Durnstein which is lined with 16th century homes.

Of course, the must-see city of Vienna completes the Austrian leg of this cruise. Enjoy a tour of this magnificent city and an optional Mozart-inspired concert.

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Nearing the end of this amazing cruise is a stop at historic Bratislava, the dynamic capital of Slovakia. The cruise finishes in Budapest, Hungary, one of Eastern Europe’s liveliest cities, where there is plenty to fill a couple of days with city tours and strolling the beautiful riverside.

Avalon Cruises have mastered the art of blending luxury with comfort and even blurred the lines between outside and in. Their new Panorama Suites on their suite ships are larger than the standard staterooms and feature wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling windows that open wider than any other creating river cruising’s only open-air balcony. Combine this luxury with the wine appreciation, beer tasting and superb culinary experiences to ensure this is a dream river cruise experience.

Helloworld Milford is pleased to offer you the opportunity to join us on an Escorted Tour from New Zealand with pre and post-cruise features and optional self-travel extensions.

Contact our team for more details of both this 15 day Magnificent River Cruise and the Escorted Tour options. helloworld Milford, Corner Kitchener and Milford Road, Milford, (09) 489 2597 milford@helloworld.co.nz

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HEALTH & BEAUTY: CACI

Five reasons why you need to try our top anti-ageing treatment Fractional C02 laser is our most advanced skin correcting treatment. It works by passing pulses of light through down into the deeper layers of the skin, triggering the skin’s natural healing process. While also training your skin to grow back stronger, firmer and smoother than before. Learn more about fractional C02 laser below and why it’s our ultimate antiageing treatment.

IT IMPROVES SKIN TEXTURE AND TONE If you’re after smoother and more even looking skin; Fractional C02 laser is your best bet. The treatment can help improve uneven skin texture and address concerns such as scarring and sun damage.

IS AGEING A CONCERN? FRACTIONAL C02 LASER TREATS THAT TOO! Fractional C02 Laser is an effective and proven treatment to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; resulting in smoother, fresher looking skin.

IT OFFERS LASTING RESULTS The treatment is no temporary fix; it delivers real, lasting results.

The treatment reaches deep into the skin layers, targeting both the epidermal and dermal layers. Combining heat and C02 maximises the treatment, providing better and longer lasting results.

For best results, we recommend a course of treatments. With Caci’s Reformaskin plan; appointments are scheduled over the course of a year, you will generally have 4 Fractional C02 Laser treatments, plus a combination of conditioning skin treatments.

It works by passing pulses of light through down into the deeper layers of the skin…

THE TREATMENT IS COMFORTABLE Fractional C02 Laser only treats microscopic areas at a time; so it’s a more comfortable than other laser treatments. We also apply a light topical anaesthetic to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible.

YOU CAN PAY IN A WAY THAT SUITS YOU! We offer a range of payment options on our Reformaskin treatment plan, so you can pay for your Fractional C02 laser treatments in a way that suits your lifestyle and budget. Learn more about our payment options here.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: PAINTED BIRD, MILFORD

Painted Bird – Showcasing Authentic Vintage Fashion Painted Bird in Milford is the realisation of a 30year passion for owner Stephanie King. Stephanie has had a love of vintage fashion since she was very young, and made the transition from collector to retail curator. The store is bright and full of colour, and Stephanie’s delightful personality has made Painted Bird a wonderful addition and point of difference to the local retail scene.

Stephanie’s philosophy is that vintage fashion is something to be enjoyed by everyone. With the popularity of vintage clothing firmly established in all other parts of the world through looks touted by celebrities, stylists and fashion lovers, Stephanie felt it was a great opportunity to bring the unique concept of handpicked vintage clothing to the North Shore. Her diverse selection of collectable clothing from decades past offers the wearer a unique piece of fashion history, and a quality of fabric, construction and detail rarely found today in anything but high-end designer pieces.

Once the perfect retail space in Milford was found, Stephanie travelled Europe, meeting with private collectors and suppliers of authentic grade A vintage clothing.

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“These clothes are art and are enduring pieces of history,” Stephanie says, “I want them to be celebrated in everyday life - not from afar.”

They were made for people to wear in their day to day life: at work, to the shops, as well as special pieces for parties and weddings. You only need check out Painted Bird’s Facebook page which features ‘Where did that dress go’ ‘Milford Birds’ are embracing beautiful new looks and loving the fact that they can wear a unique piece of fashion with its own history.

There are styles at Painted Bird to suit all body shapes and a range of sizes, and Stephanie aims to provide a little something for every woman seeking a one-off, personalised look.

Stephanie’s background as a personal stylist means she is ready to offer friendly advice on how to wear, and how to integrate pieces into a wardrobe of current fashion styles.

Painted Bird is an extension of Stephanie’s lifelong love of vintage clothing, and her desire to share these beautiful collectable pieces of fashion history. Stop in to see her and enjoy a look through the collection at 164 Kitchener Road, Milford – right in the heart of Milford’s main street.

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BOOK REVIEWS

BY THE BOOKLOVER, MILFORD

Be one of the many customers who enjoy the Be one of the many customers who enjoy the wide range of popular children’s books we offer: wide range of popular children’s books we offer: picture books, fiction for all ages, old favourites picture books, fiction for all old favourites BeBe one one of of thethe many many customers customers who who enjoy enjoy theages, the and classics, activity and information books. wide wide range range of of popular popular children’s children’s books books we we offer: offer: and classics, activity and information books. picture picture books, books, ction fiction forfor all all ages, ages, oldold favourites favourites All the titles are carefully fichosen for their and and classics, classics, activity activity and and information information books. books.

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The Booklover will reopen on Monday July 24.

Come and see us early to avoid any inconvenience.

A Good Country

Laleh Khadivi $28

The Music Shop Rachel Joyce $37

From the author of the world-wide bestsellers The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry and The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy, this novel is about learning how to listen and how to feel; and about second chances and choosing to be brave despite the odds…because in the end, music can save us all.

In 1988 Frank owns a music shop, jam-packed with records of every speed, size and genre: classical, jazz, punk – as long as it’s vinyl he sells it. Day after day Frank finds his customers the music they need. Then into his life walks Ilse Brauchmann. Ilse asks Frank to teach her about music. His instinct is to turn and run. And yet he is drawn to this strangely still, mysterious woman with her pea-green coat and her eyes as black as vinyl. But Ilse is not what she seems. And Frank has old wounds that threaten to re-open and a past he will never leave behind...

The Chalk Artist

Allegra Goodman $33 Tackling love, obsession and alternate realities in this thought-provoking novel, the author of the bestselling The Cookbook Collector explores what happens when an alternate reality takes over one boy’s life, and the forces at work behind his obsession: the all-encompassing gaming realm that becomes more authentic than his real world. Aidan lives with his mother in a small American town, which is dominated by the gaming company Arkadia. By day, Aidan goes to school, struggles with his friendships, does his homework as all normal teenagers do.

But by night, he is a champion fighter, at the top of Arkadia’s EverWhen gaming world. When he is mysteriously sent a small black BoX, which physically takes him into that world, the reality and perceptions of his two lives start dangerously to shift. Nina, Aidan’s English teacher and the daughter of Arkadia’s owner, suspects that something is wrong and wants to help, but she has her own demons to deal with. The love of her life, Collin, is being pulled further into the clutches of EverWhen – when the two worlds collide, everyone involved will have to decide where their loyalties actually lie.

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This is the compelling, moving story of a California teenager from an Iranian immigrant family who, finding himself in an increasingly hostile world, is turned from a carefree surfer’s life towards a culture of fear and fanaticism. In 2009, growing up in posh Laguna Beach, Alireza Courdee, as a 14-year-old, straight-A student and chemistry whiz, takes his first hit of pot. In that moment, he is transformed from the high-achieving son of ambitious immigrants into a happy-go-lucky stoner. He loses his virginity, takes up surfing, cuts classes and sneaks away to all-night raves. For the first time, Reza feels like an all-American teen. Life is smooth; even lying to his strict parents comes easily. Then the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings happen, and fears of terrorism abound.

His newfound friends begin to withdraw from Reza and he finds himself in an increasingly isolated state, where his heritage makes him an object of suspicion. He falls in with a group of kids more awake to the world around them, who share his background, and whose ideas fill him with a very different sense of purpose. Within a year, Reza and his girlfriend are making their way to Syria to be part of a Muslim nation rising from the ashes of the civil war. A Good Country is a powerful meditation on modern life, religious radicalisation and how international events can transform young lives. What we are left with at the dramatic end is a lingering question that applies to all modern souls: Do we decide how to live, or is our life decided for us? Insightful, nuanced and emotionally forceful, this is an important book for our times.

A Woman’s Place:

Life, Leadership and Lessons from the Boardroom

Joan Withers $40 “Successful women rarely set out to become role models. They just do the best they can, and hopefully that becomes inspirational for other women.” Joan Withers left high school with School Certificate at the age of 16 and from those unassuming beginnings has gone on to manage one of New Zealand’s leading media organisations and to chair the boards of several of the country’s largest companies.

An outspoken advocate for diversity in the boardroom and for equal pay for women, Joan argues that gender inequality holds back not only women but economic growth globally. In this candid account of her life and career, she shares her journey from stay-at-home mum to CEO of Fairfax New Zealand, and in-demand company director and board Chair. A highly readable insight into business leadership and what it takes to succeed, A Woman’s Place is also a call to action for women to set their sights on the top of the corporate ladder.

SKIN CANCER CHANNEL WITH DR GRANT COE

Dr Grant Coe

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 on the spot, as well as provide any necessary surgery, treatment and follow-up care. The team at MoleMan aims to provide exceptional patient care, at an affordable price, in a warm, welcoming and friendly environment. Chief MoleMan, Dr Grant Coe, has had extensive experience in skin cancer screening and surgery, both in New Zealand and Australia, and will be answering questions as well as sharing advice, tips and information each month in Channel Magazine.

Is removal of my mole really necessary?

Question: I have a mole on my arm that has changed a bit over the last year or so. It’s gotten slightly larger and a bit darker. My doctor has recommended urgent surgery, to rule out melanoma, but it’s still quite small and doesn’t look too worrying to me. I am also a bit concerned about the cost of removal. So I’m wondering whether it’s really a matter of urgency or can I leave it for a while and see?

Dr Coe: If your doctor is concerned that the mole could be melanoma, then, yes, the only way to rule out this most deadly form of skin cancer is to have it removed and sent to a lab for expert analysis. Early detection and treatment is your best defence against melanoma and the earlier the cancer is diagnosed, the better the outcome for the patient. Treatment is less expensive, surgery is less invasive and the survival rate is higher.

Unfortunately, studies have shown, the time between patients noticing a dodgy spot and having it checked and removed is often many months and this can mean the cancer has the opportunity to grow and become much more advanced. So it’s very important to act quickly where skin cancer may be concerned, as it could save your life.

Call the MoleMan team today to enquire about full body skin cancer and melanoma checks with digital dermoscopy (mole mapping) technology on 0800 DR MOLE (376653) or 09 480 6416 or visit www.moleman.co.nz for pricing and frequently asked questions. Male and female doctors available.

Dr Coe is also an affiliated provider to Southern Cross for skin cancer surgery and selected services.

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CHANNEL PEOPLE: I LOVE WHAT I DO, NICK BROWN-HAYSOM

Becoming a Psychotherapist Two and a half years ago East Coast Bays born and bred Nick Brown-Haysom left his role as Managing Director at Spur (formerly NZ Sponsorship Agency), one of New Zealand’s leading sponsorship and event agencies. He had previously been head of sport at TV3 and in corporate sponsorship roles.

The interesting thing about Nick is that he is now completing his training to become a psychotherapist. Having always been fascinated by the human condition, especially responses to the pressured times in which we live, Nick decided to retrain with the aim of completing his working life in a profession that contributed to more than just the bottom line. He is now accepting clients in his training placement at Hinemoa House in Birkenhead. Fascinated by his change in direction, Channel’s Aidan Bennett caught up with Nick during June for a chat.

AIDAN BENNETT: Tell us about your background and first career.

Brought up on the Shore, Rangi boy, then went into marketing…

NICK BROWN-HAYSOM: Yes I was an East Coast Bays boy attending Rangitoto College and playing a lot sport on the Shore before graduating in commerce and working in my first corporate job in Wellington. It was at an oil company who used to sponsor a considerable amount of top level sport and when the Sponsorship Manager role came up I jumped at it. From there I went to a sports marketing role and then Head of Sport at TV3 before starting New Zealand Sponsorship Agency, now Spur, in 2001. I was always into sports and to work in the area was a bit of a dream. Spur evolved into a much more creative business and it was that side of it that began to inspire me, working with the creators of experiences rather than the corporate clients.

AB: What triggered such a drastic change in direction? Did you bump your head?

NBH: I have always been a reflective type of person, interested in how as humans we respond to things in our environment. I started to become particularly fascinated when I realised some of these responses and patterns came from things out of our awareness and these things can contribute to people feeling out of control.

Much like when I started my business, it was a spontaneous, fairly quick decision; once the penny dropped I could dedicate myself to this area and finish my career helping others to understand and overcome these challenges. I could not not do it.

AB: So what exactly does a psychotherapist do?

NBH: We all repeat patterns of suffering or unhelpful behaviour that we don't necessarily understand, and perhaps wish to change. I sit with clients, normally weekly or twice weekly to help them discover some relief from these patterns, increased choices and a more capable, content and authentic way of being in the world.

Some of the areas psychotherapy is proven to help people with are depression, anxiety, anger, isolation, loneliness, confusion, obsession,

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addiction, overwhelm, grief, sexual problems, stress and relationship difficulties, which are increasingly common responses to the complex world in which we live. I am curious as to why things are not going as well as they could be and due to my learning and initial work in practice, optimistic about how we can work together so they may change.

AB: What sort of training did you have to do?

NBH: The training at AUT is thorough. A high academic standard is set for learning the theory of psychotherapy to a masters level as well as a considerable practical element. I have now completed more than 200 hours of clinical work with real clients. Participating in your own psychotherapy is also an enlightening part of the training. I have experienced first hand the genuine personal benefits of attending therapy.

AB: Do you feel you have certain natural qualities and skills that mean you are suited to your new profession?

NBH: I think psychotherapists are curious about what makes humans tick and do so in a way that is empathic and particular to the individual person you are working with. Being naturally supportive, friendly and kind are also traits that I aspire to.

AB: Missing the world of sponsorship and branding?

NBH: I will be diplomatic here… Let's say the timing was good. The corporate, business and sports worlds come with their own set of pressures on personal and family life and I increasingly noticed those around me suffering psychologically. These modern day stresses have become a particular area of interest in my psychotherapy work. I do miss many of the people though, particularly my colleagues at Spur.

AB: Any advice to our readers with regards to ensuring they don’t end up on your doorstep?

NBH: Good question! I encourage accessing any mental health or relationship services should things become difficult to change on your own.

AB: What are you going to do in your next life?

NBH: This is my next life Aidan. I feel very lucky to have discovered something I feel enthusiastic and energised to do for the next 20 or so years.

For more information visit: nickbhpsychotherapy.com

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KRISTIN STUDENTS LOVE TO COME TO SCHOOL EACH DAY.

FIND OUT WHY.

If you (or your parents) want to experience the Kristin difference please call our admissions team on 09 415 9566, or email us on admissions@kristin.school.nz or browse kristin.school.nz www.channelmag.co.nz Issue 78 - July 2017

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ARTS NEWS: NORTHART

Cath Williams, Hunua, 2016.

Ross Ritchie, Girl doll with Hare, 2017.

Rosemary Theunissen, Swimming Hole, 2017.

Osemivy Ortega Pacheco, Titul bird in cage, 24x32.5", framed woodblock print on arches paper with graphite.

Osemivy Ortega Pacheco

The Appeal of Art Northart does its best to present a visual arts programme that appeals to a wide cross section of the community, no matter what their interest or level of understanding of the visual arts. In other words, we try to appeal to everyone! The diversity of the exhibitions and other events scheduled for the few months will, we hope, do exactly that!

Landscape painting is dear to most New Zealanders’ hearts, so the current show by local painter Cath Williams is guaranteed to grab the attention of all visitors. Both Australian as well as New Zealand scenes are featured (she recently returned home after 20 or so years living in Australia, hence the title of her show “Two Homes’). In the adjacent gallery, contemporary artist, Insook Kim, presents a series of very finely executed drawings of traditional Korean knots and plaits, in this her first solo exhibition in New Zealand. They continue until 12 July.

Opening on Monday 10 July and continuing until the end of the month, is the annual Drawing show, sponsored by Gordon Harris, the art and graphic store. This will consist of 32 works by 16 invited artists, some of them highly experienced, established artists, others at the outset of their careers. There is no set theme or subject provided; rather the artists draw (or paint) what they wish, thus ensuring the show reflects interests and concerns of those invited to participate.

Later in July (and we are not absolutely certain of the date yet) we are delighted to bring to Northart audiences an exhibition by contemporary Cuban print maker Osemivy Ortega Pacheco (born Havana,1980). All going well the show will open on 16 July. However should problems arise getting the work (and artist) to New Zealand on time, it may open a week later (check out www.northart.co.nz for updates). Ortega is one of Cuba’s most prominent emerging

printmakers, having made the decision a number of years ago to abandon his law studies and pursue a career in the fine arts.

He insists that his “work rarely addresses politics directly, and instead focusses on social issues”. His imagery is stark, and often depicts animals.

…we are delighted to bring to Northart audiences an exhibition by contemporary Cuban print maker Osemivy Ortega Pacheco…

The school holidays are almost upon us, and we are arranging some art classes on the theme of “decorate yourself” for primary – intermediate aged children. Bookings are necessary; cost is $5 per person.

Gallery Time for Kids continues on the first Saturday and Sunday each month, and Gallery Time for Little Kids (preschoolers) the first and third Wednesday of each month. See www.northart.co.nz for further information about any of these programmes, phone 09 480 9633 or contact Anna on anna.vdb@northart.co.nz Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote Shopping Centre 09 480 9633 022 102 2422 gallery@northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Auckland Council, Kaipatiki Local Board, the Birkenhead Licensing Trust and Lion Foundation.

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Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 gallery@northart.co.nz www.northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Kaipatiki Local Board, the Lion Foundation and Birkenhead Licensing Trust and is open 10am – 4pm daily, evening viewings by arrangement.

Admission is free.

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ARTS NEWS: LAKE HOUSE ARTS

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Lake House Arts Community Calendar

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JULY 1st - 22nd: Five Lacquer artists from China Artists Meng Hong Li, Yi Jiang, Jin Zhang He, Chuan Chen & Ben Qi Hu Guest Curator Han Nae Kim Lacquer art is a practice that is often considered culturally and aesthetically engaging. “The tactile quality of lacquer and the sensorial experience in the making process are equally important as the aesthetic appeal traditionally requires a high level of craftsmanship”.

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An ongoing and participatory image installation by Sam Melser.

Somewhere between an accumulation, a collection and an archive, artist Sam Melser invites the public to participate in a large social tableau of human representation - from prehistoric times, through the present and into the future...

SEPT 2nd: Lake House Open Day - SAVE THE DATE! Join us for our annual event celebrating Lake House Arts Centre and all of it’s creative community!

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LAKE HOUSE ARTS CENTRE 37 FRED THOMAS DRIVE, TAKAPUNA (09) 486 4877 or www.lakehousearts.org.nz

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Education: Term 3 Enrolling Now Lake House offers a variety of adults' and children’s art classes. Why not try your hand at painting; ‘Anyone Can Paint’ allows flexibility of materials and content, whilst ‘Mastering Watercolour Painting’ takes you on a journey of still life, using an expressive medium to create jewel-like clarity in your work.

Day and evening drawing classes follow conventional and unconventional methods, or simply marvel in the qualities of clay by creating sculptures or dinner ware.

Children will enjoy working with clay, learning hand building and sculpting techniques, and teens get to throw on a wheel! If your child loves watching or reading cartoons, they can learn to breathe the illusion of life into their favourite cartoon creations. For the more physical boy or girl, why not give ‘Yoga Around the Globe’ a try as exercise and role play become a creative partnership.

Take a look at our specialist workshops for Mark Making, Calligraphy, Silk painting and Encaustic Art. These are wonderfully inspiring workshops, focusing on traditional methods that can be applied to just about anything. Our talented tutors will take you through skills based processes to produce an original piece.

The school holidays are this month and our holiday programme has everything for the kids to keep them entertained. If Whangerai can have Hundertwasser, then your child will enjoy his colourful and inspiring works in ’ Magical Mystical Landscapes’. Also on offer are DIY Mini Scrapbook, Air Dry clay creations, Ceramic Mushroom Houses, Incredible Collages and Photography & Video.

As part of our Schools Programme, we run tailored workshops to meet curriculum needs and learning experiences outside of the classroom (LEOTC). Artist talks, demonstrations and our Art Trail round off an art experience that will enhance classroom education.

The school holidays are only a few weeks away and our holiday program has everything for the kids to keep them entertained.

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.

Yi Jiang - Image From Five Laquer Artists from China Exhibition.

Yi Jiang - Image From Five Laquer Artists from China Exhibition.

Interactive Performer Image From Popular Social Mechanics.

Sam Melser Image From Popular Social Mechanics.

Lake House Kids Art Class.

Chuan Chen - Image From Five Laquer Artists from China Exhibition.

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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.

Bone Broth

John Appleton

- Winter Warmth, Winter Immunity As I see it - by John Appleton It’s midwinter in New Zealand and the ills and chills associated with this time of year are a concern for many of us.

Our first line of defence is always nutrition and the good news is that there is something really simple that we can do to warm the body while enjoying a nutrient-dense, very easily digested meal. It comes in the form of bone broth soup, which combines the incredible nutrition extracted from organic bones with a colourful combination of winter vegetables.

Bone broth is top of mind for many health conscious people around the world. While it is very trendy today it’s by no means a new fad. Bone broth, which is made by simmering animal bones, has a long history. Cultures around the globe have been making it for thousands of years and it remains a huge part of traditional cuisines.

When it comes to protecting our joints we can look to the well assimilated glucosamine and chondroitin found in bone broth and our hair, skin and nails will benefit from the collagen.

Bone broth is a great place to find more than 19 easy to absorb, essential and non-essential amino acids (the building blocks of proteins). You also get collagen, which helps form connective tissue and gelatin to support digestive function. For anyone with tummy troubles bone broth should be a first port of call. Gelatin can work wonders for a permeable gut helping to heal and seal it thus reducing the potential for allergies, food sensitivities and inflammatory gut disorders. When it comes to protecting our joints we can look to the well assimilated glucosamine and chondroitin found in bone broth and our hair, skin and nails will benefit from the collagen. Bone broth is also a great source of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus and other important minerals to help boost immunity.

While we can make our own bone broth from scratch at home by simmering bones in a slow cooker for several hours we are fortunate that we can purchase organic bone broth ready made to add into an amazing soup that can feed the family for days.

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Here’s how to get started so you can enjoy the benefits of this special health inducing elixir. You will need a slow cooker (at least five litres). At Briscoes they have an oval shaped 6.5 litre Zip cooker for around $60. I add two pouches of organic beef bone broth into the cooker together with half a packet of Ceres Organic dried Soup Mix, and a ‘Harmony’ smoked Ham Hock to impart a lovely smokey flavour.

I add lots of vegetables including carrots (for sweetness) kumara (skin on), pumpkin, cauliflower (thinly sliced) red and white onions and a sliced leek. A large teaspoon of Vegemite melted in hot water can provide additional flavouring if required.

While it can be more costly to purchase organic vegetables there is a good reason for doing so. In New Zealand our vegetables (and fruits) are sprayed with numerous pesticides and herbicides so purchasing organic is ensuring that you are not adding a cocktail of chemicals to your soup.

I top up the slow cooker with filtered water and cook overnight for eight or nine hours on low. In the morning I carefully lift out the ham hock remove the skin and bones, chop up the meat on a plate and add it back to the soup. After adding more water as required and a quick stir, it’s ready to enjoy.

Joyce at IE Produce in Takapuna has everything you need to make your bone broth soup including the organic bone broth pouches. This wonderful winter warmer can provide a highly nutritious and very tasty luncheon and dinner for two people for three or more days. The money saved by backing off on the lattes or a bottle of wine at the weekend can be re-invested in your health.

John Appleton, 09 489 9362 www.johnappleton.co.nz, john@johnappleton.co.nz

ROTARY IN THE COMMUNITY: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH EXCHANGE

NOT-FOR-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT:

BY JENNIFER MCKENZIE

July is Feel Better month!

Sabrina in Bregenz, Austria I am fast approaching six months as a Rotary Exchange student in Bregenz, Austria. One of the biggest highlights so far was the Europe Tour that Rotary had organised. I travelled with 60 other exchange students from Austria, Croatia, and Bosnia on a double-decker bus through the East and South of France, Monaco, Italy, and Croatia.

The trip lasted three weeks and consisted of long drives with beautiful scenery as well as guided tours through the bigger cities and dinners in traditional restaurants. We were given free time to see the sights ourselves during the afternoon. Some of my favourite cities were Lyon, Florence, and Zagreb.

It was also a fantastic opportunity to meet with students from the US, Canada, Taiwan, Argentina, Brazil and Australia.

We finished our tour in Vienna, where we had a Rotary District Conference.

We prepared musical items to perform, met with old exchange students and other important members of Rotary in Austria, and then finished the weekend with a graduation dinner, during which we said goodbye to the students who had arrived last year and were approaching their 12 months in Austria.

The weather is warm now and my host family and I go swimming often in the Bodensee, a big lake shared by Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. I have five more weeks of school before our big summer break, which we are all looking forward to!

July is Feel Better month supporting Look Good Feel Better charity! Look Good Feel Better (LGFB) is an international charity that aims to empower women and teens during their cancer journey.

LGFB offers two-hour workshops across two centres on the North Shore for any cancer patient, no matter their stage, prognosis, with any form of cancer.

Having volunteered at one workshop I have seen how these roses bloom in front of you. Women enter, with a support person, shy and nervous, not knowing what to expect and how much they have to share (nothing, by the way, it’s up to them.) They walk out with a generous goodie bag, a boost of confidence and brightness and it’s got nothing to do with the makeup!

Participants learn tips and tricks - how to deal with changing skin, lack of eyebrows, caring for wigs and tying head scarves.

They learn how to apply natural makeup for days when they want to pick up children, return to work or just feel like they did before their diagnosis.

The professionalism and passion of the volunteers and tutors make the workshop, and very soon laughter can be heard down the hall!

If you’d like to learn more/volunteer/donate please visit www.lookgoodfeelbetter.co.nz Men – don’t feel left out they are due to implement a men’s workshop this year too!

Jennifer McKenzie, President, Takapuna Rotary and Devonport-Takapuna Local Board member interviews not-forprofit organisations on the North Shore

If you’d like to know more about Rotary International or Rotary International Youth Exchange please visit www.rotarydistrict9910.org or www.rotaryyouthexchange.co.nz

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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.

A superior clean for your car

Time, convenience and a superior clean are just three reasons for taking your car to a commercial car wash like Car-fé. An even more powerful reason is that you are protecting our harbours and waterways (especially important here on the North Shore) from the pollutants and grime washed off your car.

Most car owners are not aware how harmful home car washing can be for the environment – and how commercial car washes are regulated to ensure the waste water is treated and cleaned before it reaches our waterways.

Car wash waste water run-off contains chemicals and toxic road grime as well as mud and oil. When a car is washed at home, the waste water runs into the stormwater drain designed to collect excess rain, storm and ground water. There are no filters and no treatment.

The stormwater drain transports untreated water straight into nearby streams, rivers and coastline waters. The polluted waste water from home car washing contaminates the water and bacteria numbers increase very rapidly as the organic chemical food supply increases. This leads to the fish, plant and animal life being deprived of oxygen and suffocating. In creeks and lakes, the waters become dark and sluggish, often with slime forming on the surface. At the coast, the murky outflow clouds the water, preventing essential light reaching the plants and fish – particularly on reefs; the sludge sinks to the bottom near the shoreline, discouraging marine activity.

At the car wash, the waste water is collected in underground tanks which are periodically pumped out and the polluted sludge disposed of under strict environmental regulations.

All the waste water goes through an oil-separator tank on-site to remove oils and suspended solids. It is then directed through the mains sewer system to a sewage treatment plant. The sewage treatment plant uses micro-organisms (bacteria) to break down and consume the harmful contaminants from the water, producing cleaned, treated water which is safe to go back into the waterways.

Any solid waste is carefully disposed of or re-used – for instance as farm fertilizer.

So, when you are using Car-fe, or any other commercial car wash, you are not only doing yourself a favour; you are also doing a favour to our streams, lakes and harbours.

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Marist Bluebellies and supporters.

Car-fé in the Community Robert Bonnici of Car-fé Takapuna is 'The Car Guy.' He’s also a caring guy – and a rugby player. He says his business is proudly part of the North Shore community, and on that basis, Car-fé not only cleans hundreds of local cars each week, but is committed to giving back to the community through sponsorships worth up to $10,000 each year.

“We always support anyone from local schools who ask us,” he says. Most of Car-fé’s community support is in the form of car wash vouchers, which are popular in silent auctions or for raffle prizes. In addition to local schools, in the last year Car-fé has also supported Burns Support, The Leukaemia and Lymphoma Foundation’s Blood Cancer awareness month, North Shore Hospice, Cancer Kids and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Trust.

In April, Car-fé also sponsored the rugby jerseys for the Marist Bluebellies North Harbour over-40s team, when 25 of them played in the World Masters Games. It was a cause close to Robert’s heart, as a one-time Bluebellies player – and he found himself not only sponsoring the maroon and black strip, but also a member of the

Robert Bonnici with children.

playing team. It may have been nearly three months ago, but he is still fizzing about the experience.

“They rang up and asked me to sponsor the shirts, and to play in the team,” he says. Sponsoring the shirts was the easy part. He was more reluctant to play (not having played, or trained in any way, for some time). But he allowed himself to be persuaded and joined others from the regular over-35s team to play a version of the game that allowed full contact but non-contested scrums.

“We were really proud to have the opportunity to sponsor the team,” he says. He is perhaps not so proud of his playing record in the over-40s. He (and, to be fair, some of his colleagues) “hadn’t fronted for a while” and were perhaps less than fully prepared for the intensity of the competition, which included teams from the New Zealand and the Australian Defence Forces, and a very competitive College Rifles outfit with a 40-strong squad which trained for six months prior to the games.

The Bluebellies took the field for the first game with only two practices at their regular North Harbour Stadium practice ground under their belt. Even before that first game, injury took its toll.

Training proved too much, and Robert was limited to “cameo appearances” in three out of the six games played – appearances, he says, prompted by desperation for fresh (if not uninjured) legs. In his defence, he says his regular position was half-back; he played centre in April. “I went from the laziest to the busiest position!”

Still, he was not as damaged by the experience as some of his team mates. “Six games in seven days was not quite what the boys had enlisted for,” he laughs. “We had our fair share of injuries.” Two players were out for six weeks after the tournament; another is out for the rest of the season.

But like most World Masters Games participants none of them would have missed it. There was the camaraderie with players from competing teams. And, he says, “It was so professionally organised.

The refs, St Johns, the officials were fantastic and made it such a breeze.”

Such a breeze, in fact, that some of the Bluebellies are undeterred by their bruising first attempts in the World Masters Games, and are contemplating an assault on the over-50s competition in Japan in four years’ time. Will Car-fé’s Robert Bonnici be there?

“We’d need some more training before we think about Japan,” he says cautiously. But Channel’s bet is that if asked, he’ll be there, boots and all.

Car-fé Takapuna, 87 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 488 7000 www.car-fe.co.nz

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Kristin students win in Wisconsin Kristin students, Aden Fisher, Olivia Milsom and Christina Min returned from the International Future Problem Solving Competition held at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, USA with very impressive first place trophies.

Christina won the Education category for her Community Problem Solving project entitled Touch to Read. Her outstanding project focused on creating and sharing textured books for visuallyimpaired young children.

Aden and Olivia won the Environmental category for their team project titled My Dog Journey. The girls created a comprehensive interactive website for dog-owners to help them find environmental and dog-friendly walks around Auckland.

IB learners strive to be caring members of the community who demonstrate a commitment to serviceâ&#x20AC;Ś Both projects developed out of their Year 10 Middle Years Programme (MYP) Community Projects, and represent a huge amount of dedication and commitment to reach the high international standard of the Future Problem Solving International Competition.

The MYP Programme provides a framework of academic challenge that encourages students to embrace and understand the connections between traditional subjects and the real world, and become critical and reflective thinkers. Students take action when

they apply what they are learning in the classroom and beyond.

IB learners strive to be caring members of the community who demonstrate a commitment to serviceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;making a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.

The girls enjoyed many amazing experiences on this trip including meeting students from all around the world, visiting Google, Oracle and Berkeley University, exploring San Francisco and seeing the mighty Mississippi River, but the absolute highlight of the trip was proudly bringing their magnificent trophies home to Kristin.

Counting on our toes Hosting the Northern Mystics Kristin was honoured to host the Northern Mystics netball team for one of their training sessions recently. It was a fast-paced and hectic session for the ANZ Premiership team at the Kristin gym, but they still took time after the game to share some tips and pose with students.

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Every child learns to count with their fingers and toes, right?

Well at Kristin Kindergarten they love learning with toe toes.* The kindy kids have been exploring height through measurement using non standard units - in this case toe toe flowers. The students were delighted to work together to mark the height of their buddy against one of the long-stemmed native flowers. They will keep these beautiful toe toe until the end of the year to document heights - a wonderful link to a unit of inquiry they are studying - Growth. *Toe toe is native species of pampas. It is frequently mispronounced and miss-spelt as Toi toi.

Students help "Share the Love" Waitakere Year 9 students from Kristin recently spent a day helping "Share the Love Waitakere" - an organisation that helps feed families in need in West Auckland.

The session (run with the assistance of Ganesh and Jo Raj from The Tasting Shed) gave students an insight into the issues of poverty in Auckland and the needs of some families Students were able to help out preparing and serving a meal, including peeling a lot of potatoes for a fabulous potato salad.

The day with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Share the Love Waitakereâ&#x20AC;? was part of a broader curricular programme at Kristin designed to nurture personal growth and development. In the programme students explore their identities,

Students were able to help out preparing and serving a meal, including peeling a lot of potatoes for a fabulous potato salad. values, character, relationships and beliefs in a safe, fun learning environment with their peers and tutor teachers.

Olympic ambassador inspires New Zealand Olympic Ambassador Katie Glynn was an encouraging speaker for Kristin Year 5 sports students. Katie visited Kristin and motivated students with her stories of experiences representing New Zealand in hockey at the Olympics, living inside the Team New Zealand village, and what it takes to be an Olympian.

She shared her views on the importance of living the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect. Katie talked about both her success and some of the lows that came with striving to become an Olympian. In doing so, she might just have inspired some future Olympians from Kristin.

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The Drama of the Dream

A group of Westlake Boys’ and Girls’ students returned from the national SGCNZ University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival in Wellington with an award for Best Movement and Dance. Their action-packed performance of the ‘Lovers’ fight scene’ from A Midsummer Night’s Dream used elements of Te Ao M¯aori in its story telling and delighted the audience with its humour, energy and highly visual gymnastics. The festival was a wonderful opportunity for students to live and breathe Shakespeare for a few days, participating in a number of workshops led by theatre practitioners from around the world, and attending a talk by British actor Ben Crystal.

As a firm Shakespeare fan, she is looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate with other actors and to getting a deeper understanding of his works…

Izzy Sheild, who played Helena, was one of just 22 students selected from this festival to attend the SGCNZ National Shakespeare Schools Production, a week-long intensive residential course in Wellington where students study aspects of Shakespeare’s works under the guidance of leading directors, culminating in a public performance. Izzy will be accompanied

Izzy Sheild as Helena surrounded by fairies.

by Westlake Boys’ Connor Charlesworth who played her lover Demetrius in their winning scene. Izzy admits that initially she didn’t ‘get’ Shakespeare but says, “I now have a new-found appreciation of his works and can see that much of what he wrote is still so relevant to today’s society.” As a firm Shakespeare fan, she is looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate with other actors and to getting a deeper understanding of his works and how to interpret them on the stage.

Both Izzy and Connor are in the Westlake Schools’ production of Sweeney Todd from 25-29 July. Tickets available via the Westlake Boys website.

One Small Step into Space Anushka Kharbanda is hoping to take a giant leap towards a career in astrophysics. The 17-year-old is one of just four students selected from New Zealand to attend the USA Space camp in Huntsville, Alabama, followed by three days visiting the Houston Space Center and other landmarks.

The trip is sponsored by the Royal Society of New Zealand which will fund 70 per cent of the costs. From underwater simulations of microgravity, to building heat shields and rovers in the engineering challenge, the camp is designed to be a full immersion in the world of Space Science and STEAM. Anushka will interact with students and educators from over 35 countries who share a passion for space travel and astronomy.

She is excited about this unique opportunity to experience hands-on astronaut training.

Anushka was attracted to astrophysics from a young age, “What interests me about astrophysics is that it’s never ending. In other subjects there’s a finite amount to learn.” Anushka’s natural curiosity and interest in the subject was picked up by Science teacher, Mrs Hamling, who recommended that she volunteer at the Stardome Observatory where she has been working for some time now. She has also played an active role in Westlake’s flourishing robotics group and attended several science forums in recent years.

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Anushka Kharbanda.

In addition to her love of the sciences, Anushka is drawn to helping others. As a Tech Wizard volunteer at Westlake Girls she loves seeing the satisfaction on people’s faces when their technical problems are solved. She is also one of Westlake’s Service Prefects and has been highly successful coordinating the fundraising for her house charity, Cure Kids.

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Netball training under the covered courts.

Footballers train on our FIFA Level 2 artificial field.

Practising skills on Westlake's world class hockey turf.

CYGNET Programme for Emerging Athletes Westlake Girls is now in its fourth year of running our junior sports academy programme CYGNET (Challenging Youth to Grow through Nurturing Emerging Talent). CYGNET is an innovative, cross-curricular programme aimed at developing sporting skills across the sports of football, hockey, netball, rowing and tennis. Aimed at emerging elite athletes, CYGNET is designed to develop and nurture Year 9 and 10 students who demonstrate a high ability and commitment to their chosen sport. Currently we have a total of 50 Year 9 students and 47 Year 10 students taking part in this programme.

Timetabled as a curriculum subject, CYGNET participants attend three periods in a six-day timetable with sessions run by specialist coaches. In addition to developing a wide range of skills in their chosen sport, students also learn sports theory that covers basic

anatomy and biomechanics, sports injury prevention, principles of training, nutrition, goal setting and sport psychology.

Many of our CYGNET students have gone on to achieve high levels in their chosen sport. One of our top performing rowers, Sophie Egnot-Johnson, was an inaugural CYGNET student, trained

by Head Coach and Rowing Coordinator Craig Smith. Now in Year 12, Sophie has just been named Junior Female Rower of the Year at the recent Auckland Rowing Awards with Craig also receiving a special award for Services to Auckland Rowing.

Every year there is a high demand for places and out of zone students must receive a place through the ballot in order to be considered for the programme.

Full details of school enrolment procedures are available on our website (www.westlakegirls.school.nz).

UPCOMING DATES FOR 2018 ENROLMENTS Tuesday 25 July Monday 31 July Wednesday 2 August Tuesday 8 August Thursday 10 August

Open Evening

Presentations at 4pm and 6pm

Enrolment Evening

4pm-7pm, Surnames A-J

Enrolment Evening

4pm-7pm, Surnames K-Q

Enrolment Evening

4pm-7pm, Surnames R-Z

Enrolment Evening

4pm-7pm, Catch-up

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EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Creating cultural connections An adventurous opportunity took a first year IB student’s Creative Action Service (CAS) project, to new lengths: on an overseas journey to Tanzania.

Katja Neef travelled through the country alongside her father, and attended workshops in Dodoma and Dar Es Salaam, over a 12 day period earlier this year, after her father was invited to Tanzania to conduct research. Katja opted to join him to gain experience for her project.

Katja was witness to a range of speakers at the workshops; addressing relevant issues in Tanzania, including climate change, gender issues, line-grabbing, agro pastoral conflict, and its legal framework. During these workshops she took photos and notes for her father, and was able to engage in the in-depth conversations about the many different issues brought to the table, as well as voice her own opinions in each discussion.

She learnt about different scenarios in Tanzania and saw how the culture in the villages she visited would adapt to attract foreigners to the area, as often residents relied on agriculture, and benefitted little from the tourism industry.

Making the most of her time away, Katja felt that being able to meet the villagers on her adventures in Tanzania, was the most memorable part of her experience abroad. “The people I met were so incredibly genuine,” she says. “They didn’t expect anything from

us in return, so their acts of kindness were truly well-meant.”

Katja plans to use this experience as a research base for her extended essay next year, which is a part of the Core in the IB Diploma.

The amazing opportunity left the dedicated student truly motivated by her findings. After observing the many villages and speakers she encountered during her travels, she says that the whole experience makes similar situations in other countries feel much more personal to her and the way she sees her own life.

“Experiences like this really give you that drive you need to change things in society, and give help to others where it matters most.”

By Nelly Farmiloe (Year 12)

Creating a bond through art

A very different cultural experience

Students from the Special Education unit and a group from outside the Unit, have cooperated to produce an impressive artwork. This project ran for three Wednesdays, in May and June, to create a stronger bond through art. Students each painted a piece of a puzzle and arranged them to create the shape of a heart.

This collaborative art project was organised by Momoko Fujita, a Year 13 student. “I started this project because I felt like there are not many opportunities to become friends with the special education students,” she said.

Students talked to each other while creating the artwork, learning about and understanding each other more deeply.

“Students from special education asked us whether we could have lunch together even after this project,” noted Momoko.

“I think we need to understand how special these people really are. So, in the future, there should be more interactions with them,” said Fern MacArthur.

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Selfless compassion and two years of fundraising took Ruby Wangford, 17, on her first trip overseas.

Along with a group of 14 other New Zealanders, she travelled to Cambodia to assist in restoring a house and toilet in a small village, just outside of Siem Reap.

“Helping other people was such a rewarding experience, I have learnt so much and gained insight that no tourist could get. Although we built for just five days, the look on their faces will stay with me for a lifetime.”

The team exceeded the original goal of restoring two buildings and managed to establish an additional two toilets. This helped four of the poorest families in the village who, with young children, were very appreciative of the assistance.

All of the families were so grateful. The home owners explained that they now can see a better future for their son. Before this, their house was falling apart and leaking. Now they can feel safe again.

The toilet owners, on the other hand, said that before they would have to watch nervously for scorpions, snakes and spiders when going to the loo. No longer would they live in fear.

Most of the village was involved in celebrating their achievements with a ribbon cutting, an exchange of gifts and a party with lots of Cambodian dancing and talcum powder fights.

Canoeing across Tonle Sap Lake, eating fried tarantula and visiting temples such as Angkor, Bayon and Ta Phnom were also highlights of Ruby’s trip.

By Molly McGarvey (Year 13)

EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Rosmini College 1st XI Hockey.

Rosmini - North Harbour Champions The Rosmini College Hockey 1st XI has won the North Harbour Championship. The team played Kristin on Wednesday 7th June, beating them 6 – 0. The 1st XI is made up of the following players – Joe Holloway, Kiharoa Iversen, Max Hicks, Luke Buxton, Callum Dempster, Ryan Harrison, Taimana Iversen, Joachim Tan, Ryley Bagosi-Cave, Jack Kenney, Daniel Kenney, Sam Schofield, Liam Mackinnon, Luke Turner, Isaac Houlbrooke and Josh Paul. Rosmini’s Sports Captain, Callum Dempster is the team’s captain.

Student mentor and Year 13 Dean, Mr Owen Hughes is the manager. The team is coached by the Assistant Headmaster and

Year 13 Dean, Paul Fordham who says proudly: “The Rosmini 1st XI Hockey team have had a great start to the 2017 season. Most of the members of this team have been developing together over the past seven years and, with some recent, younger additions, they are playing a very fast paced, high pressure style of hockey.

We progressed through the North Harbour Hockey competition unbeaten with a goal count back of 52 goals for and 2 against (goal difference of 50). With the North Harbour competition behind us, the team is now looking forward to the Auckland Inter-City competition, a Quadrangular tournament in July and the national tournament (Rankin Cup/India Shield) in early September.”

Young Vinnies and Bunnings The Young Vinnies, the youth branch of the St Vincent de Paul Society, is now in its fourth year at Rosmini College with its membership now nearing one hundred. Its Mission is to “become the face of the poor and a voice for those who can’t speak The Young Vinnies at Bunnings. for themselves.” This year the Rosmini College Young Vinnies have undertaken a Ministry and Outreach to the Elderly for those people in society who are on their own or lonely. Mr Paddy Hallissey, Rosmini’s Director of Social Justice, says the Young Vinnies have had “an incredible response and have been asked for help in areas ranging from mobile phones to garden ‘recovery.’ Through one of our Young Vinnies Leaders, who works at Bunnings in Glenfield, we have been generously outfitted with a wide range of tools and gardening equipment. Their response was truly overwhelming. If you know of someone who you feel may benefit from a visit, even just for a chat and a cup of tea, please contact the school on 09 489 5417.”

Rosmini's U45A team.

North Harbour Intermediate Rugby Zone Day Rosmini College’s Under 45kg A team, the Under 45kg B team and the Under 55kg team competed in the North Harbour Intermediate Rugby Zone Day which was held on Tuesday, 13th June at Hato Petera College. Rosmini’s Under 45kg A team won the North Harbour competition by beating Belmont 6 – 0 in the final. The team was coached by Justin Savage, Paul Mant and Duane Dalton.

Rosmini’s Under 45kg B team, coached by Rosmini’s Head Boy, Tamarau McGahan and Jaxon Norris, came third. Rosmini’s Under 55kg team, coached by David Ewin, Robert Murphy, Maine Kitson, Luca Sciarone and David Meki came second in their division.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ with a Te Ao M¯aori theme.

Performing Arts Excellence and Opportunities At Westlake Boys we are proud of our thriving culture of excellence and diverse opportunities in the performing arts.

We aim to extend each student beyond his own expectations.

Making Music

Westlake Boys provides a wealth of musical opportunities. Students have the opportunity to be part of up to 12 instrumental ensembles and choirs, ranging from all-comers groups to auditioned premier ensembles. Many students also organise chamber groups and barbershop quartets themselves.

Our premier ensembles, combined with top musicians from Westlake Girls High School, have enjoyed outstanding success at regional, national and international festivals and competitions over the years. In 2016 Westlake made an unprecedented clean sweep of the ‘Most Outstanding’ Awards at the annual KBB Music Festival, winning the Chamber Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band and Jazz Band categories. At the 2016 Big Sing national finals our combined choir, Choralation, won the prestigious Platinum award for top choir for the sixth time in eight years. In the recent 2017 Auckland Regional Big Sing competition our top boys’ choir, Voicemale, and Choralation won the awards for Best Recital by a Male Choir and by a Mixed Choir respectively.

There’s no secret formula to achieving this level of success Westlake students are accomplished and talented musicians who know the meaning of hard work and are fortunate to be supported and led by highly skilled and dedicated musical directors.

Year 13 student, Azarish Ali, says, “Music at Westlake has given me so many opportunities. It’s allowed me to grow as an individual and helped my confidence to shine through. I’ve met a lot of new people and made new friends – all while having a lot of fun! If I hadn’t done music I’d be a completely different person!”

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For the first time in 2017, Westlake Boys is offering rock band and songwriting programmes to add to the variety on offer for music students. Musicians are able to form their own rock bands and rehearse after school, with support and guidance from experienced teaching staff and old boys. ‘Noteworthy’ showcases students’ song-writing and performance skills, with prizes awarded for best songs and best performances.

David Squire conducting Westlake Symphony Orchestra

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Westlake Boys’ Premier choir, Voicemale

Assassins – Winner of 2015 Showdown Outstanding Musical Award.

Drama

Drama at Westlake Boys is summed up best by Year 13 student, Connor Charlesworth: “My goal is to be a performer and actor after school. Taking Drama at Westlake has exposed me to new people, taught me new things about myself and the world, and allowed me to perform and express myself in an incomparable way. I get undivided encouragement and support from the Drama department. You can be seriously creative without restriction, which is why I think Westlake Drama and its productions are so special.”

Collaboration – the Heart of School Productions

The school’s annual production provides the perfect platform for close collaboration between different departments within the school – music, drama and art all working closely together – and between Westlake Boys and Westlake Girls. The production team enjoys presenting challenging and innovative works: in 2015 Stephen Sondheim’s thought-provoking musical, ‘Assassins’, and in 2016 ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, incorporating physical theatre and elements of Te Ao M¯aori, to create an energetic and bicultural version of the play. These won Showdown Awards for Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Play respectively. This year

a cast, orchestra and crew of more than 100 students and staff will present the dark humour of ‘Sweeney Todd’.

Participation and Celebration

Being a member of a Westlake choir or in the annual production is considered cool! We encourage all students to get involved and take advantage of the large variety of opportunities on offer. For many students, their involvement in the performing arts extends outside school hours. A capella group, Chord5, was formed earlier this year by three current Westlake Boys musicians, one former student and a Westlake Girl (all members of Choralation) and went on to take third place in TVNZ1’s recent series ‘The Naked Choir’ (story featured in June 2017 Channel Magazine). Former students who have pursued careers in the performing arts include Kiwi musicians Don McGlashan (The Mutton Birds), Pete Warren and Rob Guy (DD Smash), composer Alex Taylor and actor Martin Henderson (currently on the cast of Grey’s Anatomy).

Westlake Boys 2018 Enrolments

For all information on 2018 Enrolment dates and events please go to the school website www.westlake.school.nz or attend Information Evening on Thursday 3rd August.

A capella group, Chord5, was formed earlier this year by three current Westlake Boys musicians, one former student and a Westlake Girl (all members of Choralation) and went on to take third place in TVNZ1’s recent series ‘The Naked Choir’…

For more details on these and other events visit www.westlake.school.nz

UPCOMING EVENTS - 2017

Fri 7th July End of Term 2 Mon 24th July Start of Term 3 Tues 25th – Sat 29th July SCHOOL PRODUCTION

– SWEENEY TODD

Tickets available at www.westlake.school.nz Thurs 3rd August 2018 Information Evening Fri 4th August Grandparents’ Day Thurs 10th August WESTLAKE SCHOOLS’

GALA CONCERT

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EDUCATION: LONG BAY COLLEGE

Culinary students cook up a storm Long Bay College’s Culinary students had the sweet taste of success at the 2017 New Zealand Chefs Regional Secondary Schools Salon recently.

Yoobin Nam received a gold medal with Merit for her savoury quiche, while Hyemin Cho received a gold medal with top of class and a score of 99 out of 100 for her vegetable soup. Hansoo Lim and Aimee Pugh were also awarded a gold medal for their vegetable soup as well taking out the second and third place for the class with scores high enough to award them gold. Jeongha Kim received a gold medal and top of class in the omelette category. Donghee Han received a gold and top of class with his café sandwich.

Hyemin Cho received a Gold medal with top of class and a score of 99 out of 100 for her Vegetable Soup…

Long Bay College also received many silver and bronze medals, and Year 10 student Jade Woodward, our youngest ever competitor was awarded 2 silver medals.

More than 60 schools take part in the Culinary Fare each year which provides a unique opportunity for local secondary school students to display their hospitality skills, Jeongha Kim’s Gold medal Omelette innovation and creativity.

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Other recent successes • Brandon Matthews has been named in the New Zealand Water Polo Junior Men's team to compete at the 2017 FINA World Men's Junior Championship in Belgrade, Serbia in August.

• Former Long Bay College student Brandon Matthews Richard Fairgray and ex-LBC teacher Terry Jones are finalists in the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults for their picture book "My Grandpa is a Dinosaur".

• Daniel Monckton has been selected in the New Zealand Secondary Schools Orienteering team and will compete in the Senior Boys division of the 2017 Australian Schools Championships.

• Avalon Martin placed 2nd with her band "Accidentally on Purpose" in the Regional Finals and is now tasked with creating a 15 minute live performance video submission to be considered for National Finals.

• Year 9 students Danika Downs, Paige Hatten-Jones and Sacha Werner (Year 10) all represented their Silverdale based gym and New Zealand at the Hawaiian Global games. Former Year 13 Long Bay College student Jack Scott also competed. The level

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2 team placed second and lost out to an American team by less than a point. The level 1 won gold!

• Jemma Jones and Hannah Prendergast have been named in the Under 15A North Harbour Hockey Girls team. Nadia Connon, Shannon Yates and Andre Hart were selected in the Under 15 North Harbour Hockey Development teams.

EDUCATION: PINEHURST SCHOOL

Netball Squad Win Huge congratulations to the Pinehurst School Mid Bays Netball Squad, who recently won the Mid Bays Netball for the very first time.

The teams were both outstanding all day, winning all six of their games.

Well done!

Synchronised Swimming Championships Talented Year 7 Pinehurst student, Ariel Chen (left), competed at the North Island Synchronised Swimming Championships held in Tauranga in June. Ariel and her team won the gold medal in the U12 Team event and Ariel and her duet partner placed 2nd in the U12 Duet event.

Ariel has qualified to attend the New Zealand National Championships in Invercargill in October 2017.

Congratulations Ariel!

The Pinehurst Dermalogica Annual Ladies Lunch We recently enjoyed a fun filled day at The Pinehurst Dermalogica ‘Ladies Lunch’.

McHugh’s of Cheltenham in Devonport, once again, provided a stunning backdrop on a sunny autumn day.

Guests indulged in bubbles and a delicious two course lunch and received generous goody bags. A highlight was the fantastic entertainment provided by Denise L'Estrange-Corbet, founder of WORLD fashion brand.

Pinehurst's Head Girl Anna Yu spoke at the lunch, as did founding principal Sherida Penman Walters. Many thanks to all our sponsors and the guests who joined us on the day.

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EDUCATION: RANGITOTO COLLEGE

International Baccalaureate at Rangitoto College In 2016 Rangitoto College joined a global community of secondary schools in 144 different countries offering the International Baccalaureate (IB). Now in 2017, there are 2 year levels that are enjoying this rigorous, challenging curriculum, which is offered to students in years 12 and 13. The IB diploma programme is a broad, balanced and academically challenging educational programme, that is well recognised and respected by universities in New Zealand and worldwide.

Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Auckland Students Conference

On the 12th of May the year 12 and 13 IB students, alongside several of the college's IB teaching staff, attended Julie Arliss' thought-provoking conference about the concept of time, Oxford University interview questions, and the value and purpose of life.

Through this Theory of Knowledge trip the students challenged themselves intellectually to expand their comprehension regarding their purpose in life and the importance of thinking outside the box to solve problems. S.Carter

A Teacher's perspective

“The IB Diploma programme History topics are global and offer an exciting opportunity to teach the students about historical events which have shaped the world we live in today. The students are very engaged and offer a pleasant classroom environment full of intellectual questions and discussions” J. Searle “The IB Diploma Mathematics programme is incredibly stimulating as each task is very rich, drawing upon skills from many topics. It is a joy to teach a course which requires students to be very engaged in collaborative learning to discover the joy of solving challenging problems”. C. Pratt

Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) at Rangitoto College

CAS is one of the three components that make up the CORE of the IB Diploma programme. CAS involves students in a range of activities alongside their academic studies.

Some of our current IB students talk about one of their CAS experiences.

"Wotagei (light dance) is a form of dance using glow sticks, hence performed in dark environments for greatest effect. I started out the club as part of my CAS programme, as a group leader with responsibility for organising rehearsals, developing choreography and teaching the new members basic movements. The Wotagei group performed for the first time in the college's Chinese Night in 2016 and again this year on the 30th June. It was a lot of work but I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge and felt proud when the troupe performed well and gained praise from those that attended the show''. I. Yang "As part of my CAS programme I participated in making blankets for refugee women. One volunteer had experience in making these types of blankets and gave us lessons on how to make them successfully. Other volunteers provided the material, cotton and scissors to make the blankets. I picked up the technique pretty quickly and ended up making 3 blankets. It was a great experience learning new skills and knowing that what I was doing was also helping those in need". A. Hulme "I joined the Minuets choir, an un-auditioned group consisting of 35 females from years 9-13. We performed in the college's Vocal Showcase on 18th May. And again in the Big Sing regional choir festival at the Auckland Town Hall on the 14th June. Being a part of the Minuets was extremely rewarding, but also challenging in terms of keeping up with the learning new songs and movements. The experience taught me the importance of tolerance, perseverance and commitment. Choir is like orchestra; removing a member from choir is the same as removing an instrument from orchestra, which will distort the harmony. So, being committed is not only for my benefit, but for the whole choir." N. Fahmy 564 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay Ph 09 477 0150 Email: IBenquiries@rangitoto.school.nz

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

TBBA DREAMS OF ASIA TOUR

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Greg Young, David McKeown, Gillian McAven.

Takapuna Beach Business Association's monthly networking evening took place at Regatta Bar and Eatery (TBBA platinum sponsor) and was also sponsored by House of Travel Takapuna. House of Travel Takapuna and Devonport owner Andy Thompson, recently returned from a whirlwind South American tour, introduced Paul Dymond from Wendy Wu Tours to highlight the modern and traditional life to be seen on a visit to Asia. Paul tempted the crowd with tales and images of Vietnam, Japan and China, with advice about where and how to travel to make the most of an Asian holiday.

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CHANNEL YOUTH: SCHOOL STRESS

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This month, we’re pleased to welcome Shore student Jessy Thurston to Channel as a youth contributor.

Jessy is a Year 13 pupil at Northcote College and has an interest in a career in writing, media or communications.

She starts by taking a look at stress in schools…

Pressure

With the month of July arriving so quickly, high school students who face NCEA exams at the beginning of November fear just how soon the stressful months ahead are approaching.

Facing the pressures of balancing studying, family, a social life, and potentially a part time job can be draining for some secondary students, causing the very common feeling of stress to overcome their lives. The effects of stress, when not recognised or handled properly, can be damaging to both the short term and long term health of students.

Stress can put strain on a student’s well-being and this can cause negative impacts such as headaches, loss of sleep, muscle tension, back pain, upset stomach, and feeling nervous or anxious.

The majority of students who are aiming to do well in their studies and pass NCEA’s Level one, two, or three have felt stress at some point while completing the internal and external examinations involved. Emma Sinclair, Year 13 at Westlake Girls High School says: “Right now in my last year of high school, I would say I'm probably the most stressed out I've ever been.” This feeling is due to the expectations that these qualifications place on young people who want to do well, with students sometimes having an internal due in each of their six core subjects in the same week.

“Stress or worry is often manifested as things like headaches, abdominal pain, or nausea, and shortness of breath. Sometimes kids just feel completely overwhelmed and they don’t always recognise it as stress,” says North Shore secondary school nurse Cheryl. One of the most worrying things about high school students who face stress daily is that a majority of them do not understand or recognise the problems they are having to be a result of stress.

The physical symptoms of stress can be quite draining and add even more pressure to students who face a large workload. It is important that people experiencing excessive amounts of stress or anxiety are able to pinpoint health issues such as headaches and stomach pain and understand that these can be directly related to the stress they may be feeling mentally.

“You’ve got to also remember that your body and mind is not separate, so someone can have all the physical symptoms, like abdominal pain, and just because the cause might of come from stress, it doesn’t make the pain any less real,” says Cheryl. When stress is experienced for long periods of time in students it can

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affect their commitment to school and they begin to not enjoy attending due to how much stress they feel. Cheryl also sees this occur frequently as a result of students not being able to recognise their own stress and how to deal with it: “You see kids not able to attend school, not able to attend classes, not able to keep up with class work; it can affect their whole dreams of the future.”

It is important that students who are exposed to the common feeling of stress and anxiety are able to recognise the problem and develop personal coping strategies in order to lessen the risk of long term health issues. Schools that offer counselling services, as many of our secondary schools on the North Shore do, can be a great place for students to go if they are feeling overwhelmed with the work they have, are stressed about issues outside of school, or are not sure how to cope. Matthew Goldsworthy, Year 13 student at Northcote College agrees: “Schools can definitely help by accepting that sometimes mental health comes before study.”

Having somebody to talk to and being able to get help wherever possible is the first step to neutralising the stress that has become such an epidemic in high schools.

“You need to see a counsellor, go and talk to somebody about it, and get some actual skills to deal with it,” adds Cheryl, who works closely with her school counsellors to help students defeat the heavy burden of stress. “Recognition is key,” she adds.

There are also various online resources and organisations that can help students who are experiencing stress or anxiety, and need to talk to someone about it or discover some coping strategies.

• www.thelowdown.co.nz has information on anxiety and school life, and is a space to share experiences.

• www.youthline.co.nz has many different support options that can be useful to students as they can talk to someone and get advice over email, phone, text, online chatting, or even arrange a face to face meeting.

• www.sparx.org.nz provides a fantasy game with skills you can use to manage stress and anxiety.

Jessy Thurston, Year 13, Northcote College

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EDUCATION DAVID BOARDMAN, KRISTIN SCHOOL

David Boardman Senior School Principal Kristin School

The changing focus of education

NEWS FROM NORTHCOTE MP

Dr Jonathan Coleman, the MP for Northcote, who is also Minister of Health and Minister for Sport & Recreation, shares his Shore views.

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For many years, there has been a discussion on the merits of teaching skills versus knowledge.

As time passes the argument for teaching knowledge grows increasingly weak. Students can access a breadth of knowledge previously inaccessible to anyone, in any library or university anywhere. Estimates of how many internet hosts there are place this in the region of 110,000,000,000 in 2018; 88% of people in North America have access to the internet, the world average being 49% (Africa is the only continent with less that 45% access). As of March 2017, 51.6% of the top 10 million webpages are in English, with Russian coming second on 6.6%.

All of this information, a large proportion of which is admittedly inappropriate for students or made up of reviews on the latest Dan Brown bestseller, is accessible in seconds using web browsers or ‘virtual assistants’ such as Siri, or Google’s Assistant. There is no longer a need to remember the molecular mass of glucose (180.16g) or the date on which the Treaty of Versailles was signed (28 June 1919). These facts are accessible anywhere where there is a WiFi or a cellular signal.

What is increasingly important is what we do with this mass of information.

What you know is no longer that important, what you do with it is. This means that we must identify the skills that will enable students to be successful both in and out of the classroom, then nurture and cultivate these.

What is increasingly important is what we do with this mass of information. What you know is no longer that important, what you do with it is. This means that we must identify the skills that will enable students to be successful both in and out of the classroom, then nurture and cultivate these. We need to provide opportunities for students to develop these skills, with teachers acting as coaches, to step back from providing them with all the answers, whilst also providing a structure on which they can build.

Research is a classic example of this. Rather than providing the information, allow students to seek it out themselves from a multitude of sources and then get them to critically compare and contrast it, separating out commercial ‘alternative facts’ and biased perspectives. Does this mean that we stop delivering knowledge in the classroom? Absolutely not, we just need to allow students to explore the content which is now available to them, whilst providing them with the tools to filter and decipher it.

Ensuring Kiwi kids get the best start

Jonathan Coleman

A healthy pregnancy and a safe birth are the foundations for a good start to life.

With this in mind the Government has recently announced two new Better Public Services (BPS) targets aimed at helping New Zealand children get the best start. These new health-led targets have an emphasis on improving outcomes for pregnant women and babies, and supporting children to ensure they have a healthy childhood.

Early engagement with a Lead Maternity Carer (usually a Midwife) is essential and is associated with normal healthy births and better pregnancy outcomes. Because of this we have established a BPS target of 90 per cent of pregnant women being registered with a Lead Maternity Carer in their first trimester by 2021. In the interim we have set a target of 80 per cent by 2019, with equitable rates for all population groups.

For a range of reasons M¯aori and Pacific families, and families in high deprivation areas, have poorer maternal and child health outcomes on average. The importance of a Lead Maternity Carer in these situations cannot be emphasised enough as they connect mother and child with core health services. These services include visits to general practitioners, access to free immunisations, oral health services, and other social services. Families can also be engaged with programmes such as the Well Child Tamariki Ora programme which is a free service available for all children up to five years focusing on maternal and infant health.

Our second health-led target under the BPS is to focus on keeping children aged under 13 years out of hospital by detecting and intervening early for a group of avoidable conditions. Avoidable hospitalisations include dental conditions, respiratory conditions (such as bronchiolitis, pneumonia, bronchiectasis, asthma and wheeze), skin conditions (such as infections, dermatitis and eczema), and head injuries.

By 2021 our goal is to have a 25 per cent reduction in hospital admissions, with an interim target of 15 per cent by 2019. This is not about limiting access to hospital treatment when this is needed. In fact, we may see more children being identified with undiagnosed conditions, and hospitalisations may increase in the short term. This step shifts the focus towards a more proactive approach where we can identify a condition at its early stages, avoiding the need for more serious treatment when a condition goes undiagnosed. This target will be supported by the free under 13 GP visits and prescriptions already established under this Government.

This is a Government committed to ensuring all New Zealand children are given the best opportunity to have a healthy childhood and the recently announced BPS targets will go a long way towards achieving this.

Authorised by Jonathan Coleman, MP for Northcote, 15 Rawene Road, Birkenhead.

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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.

Taking on life's challenges Everything we need to be and all we can be is out here in the big wide world.

Sometimes we need to change our perspective, other times we simply need to decide who we’re going to be. That’s not deciding who we’re going to be for life, that’s deciding how we’re going to respond to each and every moment of each and everyday.

As a speaker I get to share stories that inspire awesomeness and tools that motivate excellence. A great teacher once told me “you really get back what you put out”. holy-moly that teacher was right! It seems every other day I get to hear stories of everyday people who reinforce the power of perspective and deciding who we’re going to be.

I recently had an email from a dad who had a daughter born with a few rare conditions which means she is legally blind and has to wear a prosthetic eye. Apparently the prosthetic eye was not an easy thing to acquire and the family were really disheartened by the process, the inadequate service and thought there has to be better way to achieve what was required. Moving to Australia they still found gaps, big gaps.

So the dad – motivated to make a difference – jumped on YouTube to find out how to make his own prosthetic eye for his daughter. He did it, he totally rocked it. He didn’t have any kind of medical experience, he’s a glazier! A glazier who is now heading to London to go to university to get a qualification in the field of prosthetic eyes.

…the dad – motivated to make a difference – jumped on YouTube to find out how to make his own prosthetic eye for his daughter.

Every single one of us is presented with a challenge in life, but every part of the journey comes back to perspective and deciding who we are going to be, deciding how we’re going to tell our story.

Help in Holland

By Mackenzie Kench of Yes Disability Resource Centre

One of the most cited metaphors in the disability community is "Welcome to Holland."

American author and social activist, Emily Perl Kingsley, used this metaphor in a piece of writing to describe what it is like having a child with a disability. However, Kingsley's metaphor is relevant to anyone entering the disability community, not just for parents.

As explained by Kingsley, there is nothing wrong with visiting Holland, unless Helping people with disabilities and you had planned to their supporters to navigate the disability community, aka, Holland. visit another country.

Becoming a part of the disability community is often unexpected and therefore changes people's lives in ways they never envisaged. While a shock at first, being a part of the disability community does not have to be as bad as some make out. Although people with disabilities may not be able to do everything their able-bodied peers can do, they have the opportunity to learn and apply the skills of problem-solving, determination, and perseverance on a daily basis.

Just as if you ended up in the wrong country, becoming a part of the disability community can lead to mixed emotions. It is perfectly appropriate to feel denial, grief, sadness, anger at the situation, or shame for needing to ask for help. However, it is important that you overcome these emotions and learn to ask the locals (those who are already a part of the disability community) for help in Holland. To provide the locals and newcomers the opportunity to share their experience by exchanging information, knowledge, and stories, the Yes Disability Resource Centre is relaunching their parent support network service. We want families to be able to get the information they need so they can enjoy being a part of the disability community, rather than getting lost in it. There will be a support group as well as a series of focused workshops.

If you are interested in attending any of these sessions, please contact Franciska via email: Franciska@yesdisability.org.nz, phone: 09 414 5360, mobile: 021 555 068, or follow our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/YesDisabilityResourceCentre/

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LIFE LESSONS WITH LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

Success due to community support

An update from Life Education Trust by new Chair Christine Meyer-Jones

There are close to 26,000 children living on the North Shore aged five to 14 years and over a two-year period we see 90 per cent of those Christine children through our two mobile classrooms.

Meyer-Jones In 2016 we visited 38 schools and saw close to 16,000 children benefit from what we do.

Our two classrooms and our educators are working at capacity and the North Shore Trust remains in the top 10 per cent of all the Life Education Trusts nationwide with respect to throughput and coverage.

This success is due to a number of factors, the first being the quality programmes meeting the needs of the schools with the commitment and dedication of two professional educators.

The next factor is that behind them is a group of volunteers (trustees) who turn up every month to monitor, guide and fundraise to keep the classrooms and programmes on track.

Then there are the people/organisations on the North Shore who give the Trust their financial support. As a charity, we are fully dependent on grants / sponsorship to deliver the programmes and run the mobile classrooms. Without our donors’ support we could not exist. We would like to take this opportunity to publicly recognise these fantastic people and organisations.

Every year Albany Toyota - a family business on the North Shore for over 24 years - makes generous financial donations. Andrew, Hayden and Chiara are committed to the development of young people here.

Chiara had her first visit to our mobile classroom in April to see a group of 11-year-olds being educated about the effects of drugs and substances on the body.

Witnessing the teaching and the children’s enthusiastic participation reinforced Albany Toyota’s commitment to their ongoing relationship with us.

Each child who attends our programme is charged a nominal fee, which some low decile schools struggle to meet. One such school has had its costs picked up by Jo and Bob McRae from New Zealand Home Loans North Harbour. After hearing a presentation on Life Education at a Rotary meeting, a family discussion followed and the sponsorship of the programme for the low decile school became a reality. As a business they service the Shore with their expertise in helping people become debt free, and their commitment to Life Education is a natural fit with their philosophy of being part of the local community, supporting events and organisations that make this a better place to live.

We are also very blessed with financial or service support from the following: Albany Insurance, Apollo Accounting, Benefitz, Boat Haulage, Bonneys Transport, East Coast Bays Towing, Inside Out Cleaning, Julie McKechnie, McGrath Family, Oceanbridge Shipping, Redcoats Cleaning Services, Sexton Family, various Rotary Clubs.

These people/organisations are what make our community on the North Shore special. As a charity we are so grateful to receive their support, giving us confidence for the future.

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 July Kauri Park - Kristin Jnr - Torbay - Sunnybrae

WELL FOUNDATION: UPDATE

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Your generosity has helped us provide the best medical equipment and care to our community.

From the Mobile Health Clinic, to warm clothing and blankets, your Bruce Dunlop and Rod Fergusson from continued support East Coast Bays Rotary with Nurse Sue makes all the Lamb with the Abdominal Scanner at difference to local North Shore Hospital ED. families. It’s all about local people helping our local hospital – and no amount is too small as it all helps.

A great example of local support is the Rotary Club of East Coast Bays, which raised funds through its 16th annual "DRIVE 4 LIFE" charity golf tournament last year for a new $18,500 Portable Lower Abdominal Scanner which is now in very busy use at North Shore Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED).

The ability to provide faster diagnosis and treatment to patients has helped to ease some of the pressure on medical staff and resources…

This new scanner measures fluid volume in the bladder allowing staff to accurately and quickly work out treatment plans to provide instant comfort to patients with symptoms of lower abdominal pain and bladder issues.

The ability to provide faster diagnosis and treatment to patients has helped to ease some of the pressure on medical staff and resources, ensuring a faster and easier patient experience in hospital.

Charge Nurse Manager Sue Lamb says, “the scanner has made life so much easier for ED staff who can now diagnose patients faster, allowing us to see more patients in a more timely manner and most importantly, this is great for patients as we can now get their pain treated much quicker.”

If you’re keen to find out more about the projects we’ve funded and ones that we’re working on, visit our website www.wellfoundation.org.nz And did you know we’re also on Facebook? Follow us for tips on staying healthy and regular updates on our fundraising projects www.facebook.com/WellFoundationNZ/ 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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LEGALLY SPEAKING SCHNAUER AND CO

“Till death do us part….”

Legally Speaking with Odette Gillard Schnauer & Co.

Opting to inherit under a partner’s Will or apply for a division of relationship property

When a partner passes away, the state of your relationship property is usually far from your mind. If that partner has a Will then it is often assumed that it contains the last word on the distribution of their estate.

However, if you are in a qualifying relationship (living together for at least three years) then you are entitled to choose whether you wish to inherit under your partner’s Will, or apply to the Family Court for a division of your relationship property.

Now why would I want to go to all that effort, you may ask?

Relationship property law is based on the presumption that each party contributes to a relationship with the concept of equal sharing.

Unless they have a contract which states otherwise, parties are usually entitled to half of the total relationship property pool upon separation or death.

In some cases, what your partner leaves you in their Will may be quite different to what you are legally entitled to under the Property (Relationships) Act. If this is the case, you may wish to elect to apply for a division of relationship property through the Family Court, rather than the default position of inheriting under their Will. The following example may clarify why someone might choose this option: Mary and John had been married for 10 years when John tragically passed away. Mary knew that John had his affairs in order as he had drafted a Will just the year prior.

Upon examining his Will, Mary found that John had left her a gift of $10,000 along with the household chattels and had left the residue of his estate to his children from a previous marriage. His estate consisted of the parties’ family home, his personal bank account, his boat and his car. Unfortunately, the family home was only in John’s name, so Mary didn’t inherit it automatically by survivorship.

Odette Gillard

On approaching her solicitor, Mary was advised that she had two options: A. Apply for a division of relationship property in the Family Court; or B. Not apply and inherit as stipulated in John’s Will.

Mary wrestled with this decision as she did not want to appear greedy and she knew John’s children might not be happy if she applied for a division of their relationship property. However, Mary was advised that she was legally entitled to half of the the total value of their relationship property which would mean she could be in a significantly different position financially.

The relationship property pool was made up of: 1. The family home - mortgage free and valued at $800,000; 2. $100,000 cash in John’s separate bank account; 3. John’s boat valued at $15,000 4. John’s car valued at $18,000 and 5. Mary’s car valued at $12,000.

6. $500 in Mary’s separate bank account.

Total value of relationship property pool: $945,500.

If Mary was to choose to inherit under the Will she would retain $22,500 of the total value, however if she applied for a division of relationship property she could be entitled to $472,750 as her half share.

As this example shows, your position under the Property (Relationships) Act may be quite different to your position under your partner’s Will. If you wish to explore this further we suggest you consult your lawyer for tailored legal advice.

Schnauer & Co, 222 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 0177 www.schnauer.com

Established in 1988, Schnauer and Co is a well established law firm located on the North Shore.

Our expertise lies in the following areas of the law: • Relationship Property and Family Law • Trusts/Asset Protection and Estate Planning • Property • Commercial • Elder Law • Employment

At Schnauer and Co we: • deliver client focused and innovative advice and solutions • build close relationships with our clients • are committed to providing high quality services and value to our clients

222 Kitchener Road, Milford, North Shore, Auckland City 0520 P.O. Box 31-272, Milford, North Shore, Auckland City 0741 Ph + 64 9 486 0177 | Fax + 64 9 486 0175 Email schnauer@schnauer.com

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH MIKE ATKINSON BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Are you remembering your obligations under investment property tax law?

Accountancy with Mike Atkinson of Bellingham Wallace.

Property taxation is currently a hot area of focus for the Tax Department. If you’re buying, selling or renting property in New Zealand, it’s important to understand how property taxation works and your responsibilities as a business owner.

Are you in the property business?

The Tax Department is predominantly focused on investment property tax law this year. In particular the buying, selling or renting of residential property for profit.

Every property type is subject to slightly different tax rules.

There are four main property types, including: • Rental property • Property for sale • Family home • Holiday home.

What you do with the property, or your ‘purpose’ of acquiring the property, is the main determinate of how it will be taxed. Several other factors will also influence your tax position, including: • Whether you (or your associate) have bought or sold property in the past (and how often) • Whether you (or your associate) works in the property business (e.g. builder, dealer, developer) • Your intention for the property at the time of purchase.

Note: If you purchased property or land after October 2015, and sold it within two years of purchase, you will probably be taxed on that profit regardless of property type or purpose due to the two-year bright-line test, introduced in November 2015.

Rental property When you rent a property, you will be taxed on the rental income you earn. However, deductible expenses such as repairs and maintenance are allowed. If you make a loss on your rental property, you may be able to offset it against your personal income.

Common misunderstanding is renting a residential property out allows you to claim GST - renting a residential property out is specifically an exempt supply for GST purposes and therefore no GST should be claimed. But again, check your specific circumstances.

Property for sale Many New Zealanders buy property as an investment, with one of the intentions being selling it in the future once it has increased in value and realised capital gains. If you fall into this group, then you are in the bucket of tax payer that the Tax Department focusing on. You will be likely to be taxed on the profit you make from the sale.

Family home A family home is the house where you and your family live (you cannot have more than one family home). You should not have to pay tax on the profit from a resale unless you are in the habit of buying and selling homes on a regular basis.

Mike Atkinson

Many New Zealanders buy property as an investment, with one of the intentions being selling it in the future once it has increased in value and realised capital gains. If you fall into this group, then you are in the bucket of tax payer that the Tax Department are focusing on.

If you have two homes, it gets a bit trickier because only your ‘main’ home should not be taxed, and you are not able to elect which one is your main home. If your family home is owned by a trust, care also needs to be taken in the trust deed to ensure the property qualifies for the home exemption - otherwise the gain may be taxable.

Holiday home Holidays homes are generally mixed use; they are sometimes occupied by you or your family, and sometimes rented out for profit. If you choose to rent your holiday home, you will have to pay tax on the rental profit. You are able to claim some expenses which include 100% advertising, 0% of private use expenses (storage of a boat not available to renters) and a mix of other expenses depending on how many days you rent it (mortgage interest rates).

Be careful if you rent it out to associated persons at less than market rates. You will also probably have to pay tax on any profit you make when it comes time to sell.

In the spotlight: Subdivisions Do you own a lifestyle block or a large piece of land that you’re looking to subdivide? You may be required to pay tax on the additional gain. There are a lot of present and historical factors that need to be taken into account.

The new Auckland Unitary Plan has caused a lot of confusion around subdivision tax law. It’s best to consult a tax specialist to help you weigh up the potential costs.

Need some help getting your head around property taxation? We can help you understand your obligations based on your unique situation. Check out our free ebook at https://info.bellinghamwallace.co.nz/year-end-taxplanning-checklist/ to discover what you need to be aware of at the end of this financial year. www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

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PROPERTY LAW: SACHA PETERSON, DAVENPORTS

Sacha is a legal executive in the Davenports property team.

Ensuring vacant possession for settlement

Sacha Peterson

Andrew and Greg had been in the Auckland property investment game for some time and decided to branch out to other parts of New Zealand. Andrew came across a great deal for a property in the Bay of Plenty. The vendor wanted a relatively quick settlement which suited them fine. Andrew and Greg decided they would complete their due diligence investigation for the new property before putting an offer forward to the vendor. Andrew and Greg knew the best way to be successful in securing the Bay of Plenty property would be to make an unconditional offer.

Andrew and Greg needed to sell one of their investment properties to fund the new purchase and listed one of the properties with the local agent. They thought it would be a quick and easy sell. Andrew and Greg did not have a lot of interest in the property they were selling and were getting a bit concerned they would miss out on the Bay of Plenty property. They decided to drop the asking price and ask the agent to submit all reasonable unconditional offers for them to consider. Sure enough an unconditional offer came through with a settlement date three weeks away. The offer was accepted and the agreement was sent off to their solicitor.

Meanwhile Greg and Andrew had been carrying out their due diligence on the Bay of Plenty property. Greg had visited the Council and reviewed the Property File to check all was in order. Andrew had arranged a builder to look through the property. They were happy with their investigations of the property and keen to move forward on it.

Now that they had secured an unconditional offer for the sale of their investment property in Auckland, they believed they were in a position to complete contemporaneous settlement of the properties. Andrew and Greg submitted an unconditional offer for the Bay of Plenty property which was accepted.

Andrew and Greg’s solicitor received both unconditional agreements and began preparing for settlement. Their solicitor discussed the terms of both agreements with them and it came to light that their property was currently tenanted; however they agreed to sell the property to the purchaser with vacant possession. Andrew was confident that the tenant would move out before the required notice period.

Andrew and Greg approached the tenant and explained that as the house had been sold with vacant possession they would be grateful if the tenant could move out earlier than the required 42 day notice period. The tenant was not interested at all in being rushed out of the property sooner than required.

Andrew contacted the purchaser and explained the situation to them and requested that settlement day be delayed by another few weeks in order to give vacant possession. Unfortunately the purchaser had already given notice to their current landlord and was going to end up with nowhere to live.

Andrew and Greg were now in a position where they could not get the tenant out and could not provide vacant possession on settlement day.

Sacha Peterson, Phone: 915 4397 sacha@dhlawyers.co.nz

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.

Andrea & Tom Andrea and Tom had been in a relationship for some time.

They hadn’t yet bought a house, but were flatting together with another couple. They had always kept their finances separate and contributed equally to household expenses. Andrea and Tom were earning roughly the same amounts. They both had great jobs in a bank in the city (that is where they met) and were both earning huge bonuses.

Andrea was a fantastic saver - every bonus she got she was adding to an investment portfolio that her grandparents had set up for on her 21st birthday. She was also contributing a lot more than what was required to her Kiwisaver which was growing quite nicely.

Tom on the other hand was a terrible saver. Every mod con there was going, he had to have. He loved a good night out with the boys and his expensive tastes meant he spent copious amounts on fancy suits and extravagant shoes. He had joined Kiwisaver, but was only contributing the minimum required. It was his only form of saving.

After four years together, Andrea got sick of Tom’s partying ways.

She was getting annoyed with the fact that she was saving so hard and yet Tom didn’t understand the concept of saving. She was keen to start saving for a house, but realised that actually she and Tom were completely incompatible and the arguments that they were having now about money would only get worse as their relationship continued. Andrea decided to split up with Tom and move back to her parents’ house.

About three weeks after moving out, Andrea received an email while she was at work from Tom’s lawyer. The letter said that Tom was wanting to divide “relationship property” and could Andrea please provide a full breakdown of all of her savings, kiwisaver and any other assets she had acquired during the relationship. Andrea couldn’t believe it. She had Tom had always had an unspoken agreement that what they earned and what they spent it on was their own business. She decided to take her own legal advice.

When Andrea went to see her lawyer, she was horrified to learn that any income you earn during your relationship and anything that you do with it, is relationship property and if you separate, will be split 50/50. Even though Tom had spent all his earnings, and Andrea had saved all of hers, it was to her detriment and Tom would be entitled to half of everything she had saved. Andrea learnt the hard way that a relationship property agreement is key when you are in a de facto relationship.

Tammy McLeod, Phone 915 4386 tammy@dhlawyers.co.nz

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL

Industrial Space Race The North Shore industrial property market is booming despite record low levels of available business accommodation.

The amount of empty industrial space on the North Shore has reached an all-time low as tenants and owner occupiers scramble to secure what little space is available.

Bayleys Research’s latest vacancy survey of the Shore’s main industrial precincts in Albany shows that only 1.1% of the total industrial accommodation available is untenanted. This is down from an already tight vacancy rate of 1.7% in 2016 and is significantly less than the overall historically low vacancy rate of 3.5% across all of Auckland’s major industrial locations.

In the North Harbour Estate, Albany’s largest industrial precinct, the amount of empty space has dropped from 1.7% to a negligible 0.7%. In the smaller industrial areas of Rosedale and Mairangi Bay, the numbers were little changed at 2.5% and 0.6%, while it’s a similar story in the Wairua Valley where vacancies have been at very low levels for a number of years.

Bayleys North Shore Commercial industrial manager Matt Mimmack says demand for industrial property from both tenants and owner occupiers continues to outstrip supply on the back of a strongly performing business sector.

“Unlike other parts of Auckland, where developers have responded to this situation by creating additional supply, they haven’t been able to do this on the Shore because there simply isn’t sufficient suitable land available for industrial development,” says Mimmack. “There has been a little bit of new development at the Interplex Business Park and Kea Property is building a number of smaller warehouses in the Orchard Business Park, some of which we are now leasing up on behalf of investors who bought them vacant off the plans (see separate story). But overall there has been little new construction in Albany or the Wairau Valley.”

Despite the challenges posed by an incredibly tight supply of vacant buildings, Bayleys North Shore Commercial’s industrial team has had its busiest leasing year ever, says Mimmack. It negotiated 83 industrial leases between June 1, 2016 and May

Another record year for Bayleys North Shore Commercial’s industrial team.

Left to right from top. Ashton Geissler, James Kidd, Rosemary Wakeman, Colin Harper, Trevor Duffin, Adam Watton, Matt Mimmack, Laurie Burt.

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31, 2017, a 14% increase on the previous year, and encompassing 43,268m² of space, up 25%. Rentals ranged between $15,000 and $425,284 per annum and totalled $5,613,000, a jump of 20% on 2015/2016.

“Business is booming on the North Shore which is creating a high level of leasing activity, with a lot of corporate movement mostly between existing industrial premises,” says Mimmack.

“This is being driven by business expansion, increased merger and acquisition activity as well as companies consolidating from multiple locations into one property. The fact that tenants with existing lease obligations are in many cases able to sub lease these premises for close to what they are paying, because of the tight market, is certainly helping stimulate leasing activity.”

Joint Bayleys North Shore Commercial industrial manager Laurie Burt says most of the leases being concluded are still in the traditional North Shore industrial precincts of Albany and Wairau Valley, although a growing number of tenants are now having to look further afield to secure the premises they require – to Silverdale in the north or Kumeu, Riverhead or Hobsonville in the northwest. He recently leased a 1,325m² warehouse unit currently under constructions at 39 Westpoint Drive, Hobsonville for $250,000 net per annum to a company relocating from Interplex Business Park, Albany and has the neighbouring property for lease with Matt Mimmack (see separate story).

Burt says there has also been a noticeable jump, in the order of 10 percent, in North Shore industrial rentals over the past 12 months because of the very competitive leasing market.

Warehouse rentals now generally range between $115/m² for basic premises to $135/m² for high end offerings. Office space within industrial buildings mostly sits at $200-$250/m², depending on quality.

With a shortage of business car parks on the Shore, Burt says it’s becoming more common for valuation companies now to apply car park rentals to industrial properties ranging from $15 to $20 a week per carpark. “Rentals have been lagging behind increases in industrial property values for some time now so a catch up was inevitable – particularly given the growing gap between rentals on good quality, modern existing premises and those of new buildings where higher rates are needed because of significantly increased construction and land costs. Rental incentives are also now a thing of the past except on a few larger, long-term leases,” says Burt.

“For the most part, tenants have been willing to pay close to or in some cases in excess of these higher asking rentals in order to secure premises in what are often multi-offer situations. We don’t see much let up in this situation over the next 12 months although there are likely to be more moderate rental increases overall.”

The last year also been a good one on the sales side for Bayleys North Shore Commercial’s industrial team with sales volumes up around 18%. There has been a big increase in the sale of vacant buildings in particular, says Mimmack. “Unlike, some other parts of Auckland owner occupier demand for premises on the Shore shows no signs of abating. It is certainly contributing to the low industrial vacancy rate with owner occupiers and investors competing strongly with tenants for vacant buildings. In older established industrial areas, like the Wairau Valley, buildings are sometimes worth more vacant than they are tenanted.”

1-3 Parkhead Place, Abany.

10 Rothwell Avenue, Albany.

What’s available?

Despite the North Shore industrial market’s significant supply pressures, Bayleys North Shore Commercial’s industrial team has good quality offerings available for lease as well as land for sale.

FOR LEASE Corinthian Drive, Orchard Business Park, Albany: Long established North Shore developer Kea Property Group is building a number of industrial units in this rapidly growing business park alongside the northern motorway. These were all sold off the plan shortly after being launched on the market to a mix of owner occupiers and investors. Bayleys has a number of these for lease on behalf of investor purchasers: •

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Units 1,10 &11 18 Corinthian Drive: Located on the corner with Oracle Drive and scheduled for completion in the third quarter of 2017. Two 190m² units offer 112m² of warehousing and 78m² of showroom/office over two levels plus four car parks at an asking rental of $45,000pa plus outgoings. The other 256m² unit has 160m² of warehousing, 50m² of office a 44m² showroom plus three carparks, with an asking rental of $55,000pa.

Units 3 & 4 63 Corinthian Drive: Scheduled for completion shorty, these larger units comprise 403m² of high stud warehousing, with 29m² canopies, two levels of highly specified, air conditioned office and/or showroom space totaling 144m² plus nine car parks.

1-3 Parkhead Place, Albany: Attractive modern building with 411m² of warehousing with a 7m high stud and ground floor office/ showroom space of 137m² with eight carparks. An additional 204m² of office space with four further car parks is also available.

15-17 William Pickering Drive, Albany: Major 1,176m² building refurbishment on high profile corner site with 27 carparks, scheduled for completion in November. It offers 638m² of ground floor warehouse, 198m² ground floor showroom or office plus flexible open plan upper level office space of 340m². The high quality refurbishment will include a new lift service, extensive

glazing to the frontage and sides of the building and a striking steel external feature screen which makes a modern architectural statement and offers excellent signage opportunities.

10-12 Rothwell Avenue, Albany: The largest industrial property available for lease on the North Shore, comprising 9,719m² of warehouse, office and showroom accommodation on a 1.4309ha site with 131 car parks. It has 5,900m² of rear warehousing in two similar sized components, with a 6.5-7.5m stud, and two levels of well appointed, air-conditioned office and showroom accommodation at the front.

Unit 2, 39 Westpoint Drive, Hobsonville: Another Kea Property development scheduled for completion in August/September located in the Hobsonville Workspace industrial subdivision. It comprises 655m² of high stud warehousing, with an 80m² canopy and dual roller door access, plus 200m² of office and 12 car parks.

Part of a two-unit complex set back from the road behind a well landscaped yard.

LAND FOR SALE With minimal undeveloped industrial land available in Albany and the Wairau Valley, the focus is now on Silverdale, where there is a substantial amount of “green fields” light industrial zoned land available in the Highgate Business Park, as well as Hobsonville and Westgate where pockets of land are for sale The Highgate Business Park, approximately 10 minutes north of Albany accessed via the Millwater motorway off ramp, is in the early stages of development. It has sites ranging from 1,956m² to 5,074m² available for purchase with services due to be in place by March 2018. Also available for occupation around the same time are a range of industrial units sized between 333m² and 778m² and priced from $1,031,450 - $2,765,000.

BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL Devereux Howe-Smith Realty Limited, Bayleys, Licensed under the REA Act 2008 D +64 9 489 0999| F +64 9 489 0990 29 Northcroft Street, Takapuna, Auckland 0622

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BARFOOT & THOMPSON COMMERCIAL

The young guns of leasing!

Great success with over 200 deals in around 12 months In the June issue of Channel we highlighted two young Barfoot and Thompson professionals who are making a mark in the industrial side of commercial real estate north of the bridge. The formula that Barfoot and Thompson have for growing talent in the industry must be a good one as they also have three youngsters specialising in office and retail leasing that are also setting some pretty high standards as well.

Between them Aaron Smith, Nick Brown and Max Andrews have completed over 200 deals in the past year. This is essentially facilitating the leasing of commercial office and retail space in the North Shore and North Harbour area. An achievement that Barfoot and Thompson North Shore Commercial's Sales Manager Simon Farland is thrilled with.

“The three guys are passionate about what they are doing and this is coming through in their results,” says Simon Farland. “Being young they certainly have an edge, but they are also mixing that with some good old-fashioned values such as hard work and it is paying off. Add to that the real skills they have in the newer ways of marketing and the package they offer – coupled with the Barfoot and Thompson brand – is excellent. These guys can do their own social media, can write good copy and come up with unique ideas for ads etc, and can also fly drones to photograph properties!"

Aaron Smith is in his fourth year with Barfoot’s. He specialises in office and retail leasing in the Albany area. Aaron was raised in Otautau (Southland) and came to Auckland to undertake a property management and valuation degree at Auckland University. He ended up living and working for Barfoot and Thompson on the Shore and totally loves it. He’s also the lead drone pilot.

“I simply wouldn’t do real estate with any other brand,” explained Aaron Smith when reflecting on his recent successes. “It is cool to work with such an organised company that has a real focus on developing its team and being involved in the community. Our community involvement is huge. The company provides us with ongoing support and training with often three to four classes a week we can attend to improve our skills.”

Nick Brown is a real local lad who went to Westlake Boys and has spent most of his life on the Shore. His specialty is the Takapuna and Wairau areas. He joined Barfoot’s five years ago after completing a degree in finance and property at Massey University.

Nick's first 18 months with the company were spent as an ‘EA’ before he graduated to being at the coalface. He has recently bought a house in Castor Bay. “It’s pretty awesome to be working out of Takapuna in the middle of all the exciting developments that are happening,” said Nick Brown when we sat down with Aaron and him for this article. We have a great team here. It is neat to work with some of my school and uni friends and Simon is a very supportive manager as well.

“We are also very fortunate that we have a real team of experienced and successful office and retail leasing specialists in our city office – you’d call them ‘heavy hitters’ – who we work very closely with. Barfoot and Thompson has a very collaborative approach to business between the offices and this really does work.

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Aaron Smith (left), Nick Brown and Max Andrews (sitting).

same brand but that’s not the case at Barfoot’s. Aaron, Max and I are constantly working with, and learning from, Lorne Somerville and others in the city and this has provided direct results for us here on the Shore.

They are recognised as some of the very best in the business when it comes to commercial leasing.”

The third member of the trio, Max Andrews, has been away in Bermuda sailing in recent weeks. He too is ex-Westlake Boys – a ‘Westlaker’ – who joined Barfoot and Thompson Commercial in Takapuna a little over a year ago after completing a Bachelor of Commerce degree. He has quickly become very valuable and successful and works closely with Aaron and Nick covering both Albany and Takapuna leasing. Max is a sailor of note, has worked on super yachts around the world and has apparently been right at home in Bermuda sailing himself while the America’s Cup has been on. He has been brought up sailing with many of the guys sailing in the cup.

“We just work really well as a team,” explained Nick Brown when talking about the reasons for their success. We specialise in different areas but work together a great deal to achieve maximum results for both landlords and leases. It is our job to know what’s happening before it happens. We work very hard at providing the best service and being part of the Barfoot and Thompson team clearly provides an edge.”

“I am a great believer that having a real life and work balance is a key to success,” added Aaron Smith. “As a trio we pretty much all have that balance at Barfoot and Thompson. We love the working environment, are great friends and also enjoy hanging out and doing things like playing sport etc. together. It really is a great formula.”

Barfoot and Thompson North Shore Commercial – 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Phone 489 3880.

Email: Aaron Smith aaron.smith@barfoot.co.nz, Nick Brown n.brown@barfoot.co.nz, Max Andrews m.andrews@barfoot.co.nz or Simon Farland s.farland@barfoot.co.nz, or visit: www.barfoot.co.nz

NEW FOUR YEAR LEASE TO WELL ESTABLISHED TENANT 7D TRITON DRIVE, ALBANY • • • • • •

Secure, tenanted investment in a high profile Albany location Leased to well-known furniture and homewares retailer, Citta Design The tenant pays 100% of the outgoings and operating expenses Built-in rental growth with a combination of CPI and market reviews High stud, quality constructed retail / showroom unit Contact the Sole Agent for further information and to register your interest

Whether you've been looking to purchase your first commercial property or to further add to your growing portfolio, this immaculate, bottom drawer investment needs to be inspected.

With 14 stores throughout New Zealand and Australia and seasonal collections across the world at various design retailers and department stores, the tenant, Citta Design is a highly recognised brand. The Albany outlet store has traded from this immediate location for almost ten years and has just committed to a new four year lease with further rights of renewal.

The unit of approx. 167m2 comprises; high stud retail / showroom with polished concrete floors, rear storage with roller door access and a carpeted mezzanine floor suitable for further retail or office staff.

Developed circa 2003, the high quality construction is superior to other comparable retail blocks - with high stud concrete tilt slab exterior walls, substantial glazing at the front, large steel facade and canopy, and paved car parking with feature palm trees. Also equipped with built in air-conditioning, two bathrooms and kitchenette, no expense was spared.

The vendor has committed to selling. This is a genuine opportunity to purchase an affordable, low maintenance investment in the heart of Albany's coveted interplex business estate. For further information please contact the Sole Agent today.

For Sale by Auction (unless sold prior) - http://barfoot.co.nz/75464 Auction Details: 12:00pm, Thursday 20 July 2017 at Barfoot and Thompson, Ground Floor 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna.

Nick Brown

021 162 3239

09 359 7817

n.brown@barfoot.co.nz

IT’S ALL HAPPENING AT SMALES FARM! THE BUSINESS HIVE AT SMALES FARM

Now only a few months from being completed, this building is without a doubt one of the most exciting new developments to hit not only the North Shore, but all of Auckland.

This is the first time in New Zealand that businesses of all sizes have the opportunity to work from a ‘world class’ office building with state-of-the-art facilities at their fingertips. It deserves the attention from every start-up to large corporation in Auckland. Investigating the options has been made extremely simple with the ‘ShowSpace’ located at Smales Farm, from here all questions can be answered in detail.

At the B:hive you and your staff will enjoy the latest in technology and video conference software from high quality break-out rooms and the privacy of your own dedicated office. Complete A grade fitout, fully equipped kitchen facilities, a stunning vertical open air atrium that delivers natural light and air deep into all floors, large conference rooms for seminars, pitches or displays and of course the best of Auckland’s cafés, bars and restaurants who have been hand-picked to join this exciting new development.

The B:hive was designed for humans, the motivating environment will help attract and retain staff and the flexibility in design will allow the businesses within to extend or retract their office space in a short time frame. Gone are the days you need to worry about moving, fitouts and a range of different bills and expenses.

Also available at Smales Farm later in 2017 1. 918m2 third floor, stunning office with views, decks and one of the more impressive fitouts on the North Shore. Enjoy the entire top floor of the building with an outlook that will not disappoint. (see bottom photo) 2. A ground floor office of 595m2, recently refurbished to showcase the B:hive, equipped with all the latest technology and an extremely fresh fitout.

To find out more about leasing at Smales Farm, or to view the B:hive 'Show Space' get in touch with Nick, Max or Aaron today. http://barfoot.co.nz/75535 Nick Brown Max Andrews Aaron Smith

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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.

There's a dispute... but I'm back...

I am so sorry for missing last month’s column. I have an ongoing dispute with Aidan regarding his classy magazine.

I won’t go into the actual details of this dispute, but all I can say is that I get on a hell of a lot better with Dallas, his brother. I find Aidan has a bit of an attitude problem.

Dallas is a damned fine yachtsman, unlike his brother, and I have found that generally yachtsmen are good people.

What a great few days I had last month, getting up at 5am, sticking to my routine of making tea, making Vogel’s toast with vegemite and sitting nervously in front of my television, with the sound off but listening to the great P J Montgomery and his dulcet tones commentating the America’s Cup. What a victory it was. What a fantastic job the team did. It was a distant memory the last time we watched the America’s Cup, and to be perfectly honest I thought the chances of getting it back here were slim, to say the least.

Now we have a good few years to look forward to in New Zealand, wherever it might be sailed. My feelings are that it will be in Auckland, the City of Sails, as all the infrastructure of accommodation, restaurants, super yacht service facilities, spar makers and sailmakers and all the industries that service the marine industry are in place here. We have the magnificent Hauraki Gulf to sail in, which is hard to beat. The trick this time is to hang on to the America’s Cup for the next 20 years, we could make it so hard for other people to win it off us, bugger a fair playing field, let’s just retain it. Play all the other Syndicates at their own game and lean it heavily in our favour.

I must admit I really enjoyed having the Lions’ supporters around the Shore – they bring so much colour and enthusiasm wherever they go. As I said in a previous column, people love coming here to experience our way of life, see a bit of our beautiful country and taste our food and our beer and wine, which they do, in copious quantities.

I have a real big moan this month, and I wonder if somebody could answer this for me. Down in Albert Road in Devonport, Fulton Hogan the roading company, have spent all of June and much of July ripping up over 5000 square metres of paving, all in perfectly good condition. They have replaced it with more black tar seal. They have had a road management system there, which would have cost (I have been led to believe) well over $100,000. My reliable sources, at the coalface, tell the contract was for well over half a million dollars.

When I queried a couple of workmen there, as to why they were doing it, they said Auckland Transport had money to spend, so they thought they’d do it. Other people I spoke to within the contracting company could not understand why these works had been done. It is absolutely ludicrous, surely there are better ways of spending our money around town

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than ripping up quantities of perfectly good pavement.

I thought the Waterview Tunnel may have been open by now, the plan was to have it open at Easter but by the end of June, it still wasn’t open. They have endless walks through, rides through, and many public openings by mayors and politicians but it still wasn’t open at the end of June. Could somebody please enlighten me about this one?

Also, could one of these politicians or mayors please tell me what is happening to the Devonport Yacht Club wharf, which has now been closed for months under the pretext of reconstruction? If you make contact with one of these so called community leaders, nobody can give you an answer, all they do is duck shovel you around and you’re none the wiser at the end of it all.

I thought the Waterview Tunnel may have been open by now, the plan was to have it open at Easter but by the end of June, it still wasn’t open.

I see recently we have received a bit more propaganda in the mailbox about Lake Road, and the proposed solutions to the congestion we all suffer.

God only knows what the easy answer is, but if we had a road leading from the end of Bayswater Avenue across Shoal Bay and linking onto State Highway 1 and the old toll plaza, surely this would help. As I have said before, we could arch the road to allow boats to go in and out, it would be far cheaper than trying to reconfigure Lake Road and all the property acquisitions that would have to happen and the years it would take to do so. That solution could be built within two years, easily – unlike the proposals we have been given which are likely to take 5 to 10 years at least. That’s more than likely to be 5-10 years to get all the consents and approvals before they actually start the process.

Enjoy the lead up into spring time!

NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER: I am not sure that Mr Gundry has ever recovered from me calling this column "Gundry's Grumbles". I thought it was a pretty good name - (AB).

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COLLIERS NORTH SHORE YOUR SALES & LEASING TEAM JIMMY O’BRIEN General Manager | Director m 021 979 001 e jimmy.o’brien@colliers.com JANET MARSHALL Director | Commercial m 021 684 775 e janet.marshall@colliers.com MATT PRENTICE Director | Industrial Sales & Leasing m 021 464 904 e matt.prentice@colliers.com SHONEET CHAND Director | Industrial Sales & Leasing m 021 400 765 e shoneet.chand@colliers.com EUAN STRATTON Associate Director | Commercial Sales & Leasing m 027 580 7439 e euan.stratton@colliers.com MIKE RYAN Industrial Sales & Leasing m 021 402 461 e mike.ryan@colliers.com NICK RECORDON Commercial Sales & Leasing m 027 230 6751 e nick.recordon@colliers.com RYAN DE ZWART Industrial Sales & Leasing m 021 575 001 e ryan.dezwart@colliers.com SAM SHERNING Industrial Sales & Leasing m 021 359 100 e sam.sherning@colliers.com

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SALES AND LE ASING GUIDE

Thank you to all our Colliers clients.

North Shore investor demand remains strong evidenced by recent strong auction results in the area.

The recent sale of 8 Croftfield Lane, Wairau,

There are excellent opportunities available for

was brokered by Ryan de Zwart, Matt Prentice

lease at 18 Corinthian Drive, Albany, with

and Shoneet Chand, representing a yield of

industrial units ranging from 190sq m to

3.12%. The sale is an exceptional result for the

254sq m and a number of tenanted

vendor and similarly for the purchaser, seen in

investments are available for sale.

the long-term lease to reputable and well-established tenant, Resene Paints.

Two office investments currently on offer are H3, 18 Triton Drive providing a 4 year lease

A 951sq m freehold industrial warehouse with

returning $68,250 pa, and 26/18 Airborne

519sq m total floor area at 114 Sunnybrae Rd,

Road, North Harbour, currently tenanted and

Wairau Valley, has also sold at auction for

providing a live and work potential in the

$1,840,000, representing a yield of 4.5%. The

future.

deal was brokered by Euan Stratton and Matt Prentice.

Another notable deal was the sale of a 1,148m2 freehold commercial land development site/ office at 193 Shakespeare Rd, Milford, sold at auction for $3.1M by Euan Stratton.

North Shore tenant demand also remains strong particularly in the prime sector, as the availability of office space becomes heavily constrained according to Colliers International’s latest Auckland Metropolitan Office Research report for March 2017.

This latest Auckland Metropolitan Report

An excellent 3,811sq m freehold site industrial investment is for sale at 18 Poland Road, returning $290,000pa on an 8 year lease.

Finally, the development provides architecturally designed mixed-use, live and work units for sale with completion due from September 2017.

All of the above availabilities are on the market through Colliers International North Shore team. Please call myself, Janet Marshall, today for a copy of the Auckland Metropolitan Office Report or to discuss these current investment opportunities.

reveals there is only 2,340sq m of prime office vacant space. Since the survey was conducted, Mitre 10’s new head office on Corinthian Drive has been completed and more space has been leased at 61 Constellation Drive, with only half a floor remaining.

Janet Marshall Director | Commercial Manager 021 684 775 janet.marshall@colliers.com

This evident low vacancy has driven rental rates higher, with fewer incentives being

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offered. The North Shore office vacancy level is at 4.76%, and the lack of for lease signs are noticeable.

Industrial demand far outweighs supply, particularly for those business owners who

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wish to purchase. We are seeing consideration for premises in Hobsonville and

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Stage set.

Show time.

Following on from my article last month on setting the stage for sale, discussing the benefits of home staging, I thought it was only fitting to have a quick chat about open homes. As you may already be aware, open homes are one of the key marketing methods in helping sell your home, but they can actually be much more than that. They can be treated as a way to interview your potential sales agent.

My recommendation is once you have researched the sales agents you would most like to list with, attend a couple of their open homes. The key things to take note of are: 1. How were you greeted 2. Their standard of dress and professionalism

5. Was there music playing or anything they did to create atmosphere 6. Lastly, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to give your contact details as you want to see when and how long it took for you to be contacted for your thoughts and interest This may seem a little over the top and some may not be your style, however, at the end of the day your home is your biggest asset and you want to be sure that the person you deal with (and who is representing your home) is doing all they can to help you maximise the sale.

Open homes can either leave potential buyers elated and desperate to secure their next home (your home) or deflated and frustrated by the process.

3. Ability to answer your questions or willingness to find out the answers for you

Feel free to contact me to find out when my next open home is and get a feel for the service you get on the big stage.

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Looking over Whale Bay, Manu Bay and Ngarunui Beach this 333 sq m modern home will fit all the family and friends and an easy care lock up and leave home. The kitchen and living areas flow to the large deck or retreat to the tranquil sunroom to read and relax, light the fire on a winter night or the kids can enjoy the home theatre after a day on the beach.

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY WITH DAVID VERRAN

Who is buried in the Mount Victoria Cemeteries?

Since my last article, I have been corrected that the first Anglican burial was in fact in 1858, not 1856, the Catholic graves are still the responsibility of the Catholic Church and that the Presbyterian graves were given to Auckland Council in 2013. The Devonport Museum has an earlier Anglican burial list.

When you think about who may be buried in one of the cemeteries on Mount Victoria, certain prominent names immediately come to mind. Eruera Maihi Patuone, who died 19 September 1872, has a headstone in the Anglican cemetery.

There are also two of his sons without headstones; Hori Hare Patuone who was buried 8 April 1878 and another but unfortunately un-named who was buried 7 December 1886.

There are four of the Alison family buried there. Alexander and Jane were the parents of Ewen Alison, with Alexander buried in the Presbyterian or general cemetery 30 June 1887 and Jane who died 4 February 1893. They have a headstone.

Also buried there are John (1883) who was Alexander's brother and Roderick (22 February 1882) who was one of Ewen's brothers. The remainder of that generation are buried at O'Neill's Point Cemetery.

There are three of the Duder family buried in the Anglican cemetery on Mount Victoria. Thomas died 15 August 1875 and his wife Margaret died 31 October 1879. Also buried with them is Frederick Thomas who died 8 March 1888 aged just five years old.

Kirk Page in 1982 wrote a fictionalised account of the Snow murders 'A tangled web', while Terry Carson has recently written 'The axeman's accomplice; the true story of Margaret Reardon and the Snow family murders'.

There are also three of the Wynyard family. Captain Gladwyn John Richard Wynyard of the 58th Regiment died 11 February 1871 and buried with him in the Anglican cemetery were a baby Gladwin who was buried 3 July 1886 and Mary Ann (nee Tuhi) who was buried 6 June 1906.

Perhaps the biggest family buried there is the Burgess one with four separate headstones all near each other. There is Isaac James (buried 31 August 1904), his wife Sarah (died 9 May 1916), daughter Elizabeth (died 21 September 1867), Isaac's mother Elizabeth (died 1 April 1869), William Henry (died 8 March 1912), Margaret his wife (died 18 November 1894), William Isaac a son (died 4 June 1869) and Henry Isaac (died 22 January 1875).

Others are just known by a surname, with no other personal details, while two are just listed as 'MÄ ori adult', buried 4 May 1877 and 'MÄ ori child', the latter buried in the Catholic cemetery 4 February 1888. As with other cemeteries of this

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This photograph of Patuone is courtesy of Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries, 7_A5897. (Photographer: J N Crombie).

time, not all burials had headstones or were named on the family headstone, even if they were buried with the rest of their family.

There are at least 616 separate burials in the three cemeteries, but there could well be others as yet unidentified due to paucity of records.

However, what is also notable is who isn't buried there, as their deaths were too early for that cemetery. Although Joseph Burns was hanged in Devonport (at that time Flagstaff) for the 1847 Snow murders, he was buried in the Victoria Street gaol on the city side and then re-interred with others in the Symonds Street Cemeteries. Robert, Hannah and Mary Snow are also buried in the Anglican section of Symonds Street Cemeteries.

Kirk Page in 1982 wrote a fictionalised account of the Snow murders 'A tangled web', while Terry Carson has recently written 'The axeman's accomplice; the true story of Margaret Reardon and the Snow family murders'. Page underplays, while Carson perhaps overplays the role of Burns' common law wife Margaret Reardon in the killings. Patuone's whanau were initially blamed for the murders and then Burns blamed Thomas Duder. It's still a mystery whether Burns did act alone as he later contradicted himself and blamed Margaret Reardon instead.

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APARTMENT LIVING RAY WHITE TAKAPUNA

Coastal Glamour in Takapuna Apartment living is becoming a North Shore norm, increasingly in demand from families, professionals and down-sizing baby boomers.

Demand, however, is for not just any apartment. Aspiring apartment dwellers in Takapuna are looking for space, views and a sense of style. The latest project to deliver to this demand is the five-level development, The Loxley: 53 luxury one, two or three bedroom apartments spread across two buildings, within easy walking distance of the beach and Takapuna central, and with access to the motorway or public transport meaning that downtown Auckland is only 10 minutes away.

The Loxley’s developers, Tony and Mary McLeod, are longtime North Shore residents, and their children were raised in what was their family home at 34 Tennyson Ave. They have been involved in residential and commercial property development over the last 20 plus years, but this project is personal.

Having experienced the joys and convenience of life in central Takapuna for the last 23 years, Tony and Mary wanted the same lifestyle for their children and grandchildren. The concept of The Loxley was born from this objective: a family development where the parents and children will each retain their very own apartment in the development. This led to a focus to ensure best use of the site to maximise views, convenience, natural light and general liveability and enjoyment of owning a home in The Loxley.

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to create a contemporary and refined appeal inside and out.

The Loxley apartments feature open plan design to capture as much light as possible. Timber floors are complemented by quartz benchtops, Miele appliances (with induction cooking and integrated wall oven), and soft touch cabinetry in the kitchen and laundry areas.

The Loxley’s upper levels boast expansive views from Bayswater Marina to downtown Auckland which can be enjoyed from each apartment’s private balcony and full-height windows.

Ground floor apartments feature private landscaped courtyards.

The rear building offers a communal rooftop garden, designed

by Takapuna-based SOLA Landscape Architects, whose recent design projects include a number of apartment and terraced housing developments across Auckland. Residents at The Loxley can eat outdoors in the barbecue seating areas, or simply relax and enjoy the views across to the city, central Takapuna and the Waitemata Harbour.

Real estate company Ray White is handling sales for this stylish new addition to the Takapuna landscape. “It’s the perfect place to enjoy our coastal lifestyle in an enviable location,” says Ray White Takapuna’s Craig Catley. “This boutique development, with its smaller number of apartments and a mix of sizes geared to different life stages, welcomes in a variety of people and promises a relaxed lifestyle right on Takapuna’s doorstep.”

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CHANNEL FEATURE HOMES NADJA COURT, BARFOOT & THOMPSON

The very best views - wow!

141 Kowhai Road, Mairangi Bay – For Sale by Negotiation

If you love North Shore views, you’ll love this Kowhai Road property being marketed by Nadja Court of Barfoot and Thompson.

141 Kowhai is the ultimate lock up and leave. It’s a real beauty that's filled with light and enjoys exquisite views over the Hauraki gulf and the sea.

The original home has been thoughtfully modernised to create a luxurious and relaxed coastal sanctuary that embraces both the views and the northerly sunshine.

If you are ready for an easy care life, want to travel more, enjoy your weekends...and still want a stand-alone home in a premium location with separation and space for everyone this is perfect.

The home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a designer kitchen and covered decks. It’s warm, inviting and just fantastic.

School zones are excellent – Westlake Girls, Westlake Boys and Rangitoto College – three of the very best.

There’s also parking for three to four cars... easy access to motorway and CBD… a golf course across the road and Mairangi Bay Village, cafes, restaurant's, boutique shops and the beach at the bottom of the hill.

This Kowhai Road home is without compromise and for the discerning.

Call Nadja Court today to secure this fabulous townhouse for your future 021 777 690.

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141 KOWHAI ROAD, MAIRANGI BAY View property online: http://www.barfoot.co.nz/595712 For further information contact: Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson, Mairangi Bay M: 021-777-690 or 478-9089 e: n.court@barfoot.co.nz

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CHANNEL FEATURE PROPERTIES DAVID GREIG, PRECISION REAL ESTATE

Impressive Renovation On Brett 3/9 Brett Ave, Takapuna

The standard has been set - the owners have not compromised on quality or expense. A rare find indeed, where you are only four properties from beautiful Takapuna Beach. The Avenues are sought after for their proximity to the beach, easy walk into Takapuna and spoilt for choice for its multitude of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops. On offer is a solidly constructed 1960's brick townhouse which has been meticulously transformed inside and out to create a sumptuous 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom contemporary designed home. No expense has been spared with new high end joinery, double glazing, air conditioning/heat pump and gas fireplace. From the minute you open the front door you get a sense of quality with Oak flooring and feature wall. Upstairs are 2 double bedrooms with beautiful built in wardrobe systems, a fully tiled luxurious bathroom with large shower, spa bath and underfloor heating. The impressive

white kitchen with high gloss cabinetry and the latest in appliances showcases the open plan living which flows directly to the outdoor deck and is large enough for outdoor dining along with a BBQ all enjoying an easterly aspect with a tropical outlook. The third bedroom with ensuite is located downstairs which is ideal for guests or working from home. There is also a single garage with internal access.

Brett Avenue is home to some of New Zealand's most expensive real estate. Sophisticated, warm and elegant - here is your ultimate alternative to apartment living.

By Negotiation For viewing and further information please contact David Greig 021 944 955, text or Email davidgreig@xtra.co.nz Follow me on facebook David Greig Real Estate

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Superior Family Home Family, Fun - Prime Location and Lifestyle 29 Greenhithe Road, Greenhithe

30 Waipuia Place, Greenhithe

Positioned down a private sweeping driveway in an exclusive cul-de-sac you will find this stunning, modern 400m2 family home set on a picturesque 1672m2 secluded setting of mature native trees and backing onto Collins Park.

The Greenhithe Village, Primary School, shops and cafes are only a few minutes walk. The oversized family home was built in 2015 for the current family of 6. On offer is 5 double bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4 separate living spaces which include large family lounge, family room, dining room and upstairs games room. The indoor/outdoor flow is effortless to a covered entertaining area with pizza oven/fireplace and BBQ zone. Construction is weatherboard, colour steel roof, double glazing, ducted heating and air conditioning, underfloor heating, smart wired for technology and offers everything you would expect from a quality new build. Extra parking on the property for cars, boat/camper van. In zone for the local primary school, Greenhithe, Albany Junior High and Senior Schools and on the bus route for Kristin and Pinehurst schools.

If you have been looking for a spacious five bedroom family home in a sought after location of quality homes – it is imperative you view this one.

This home has a very practical layout and a Northerly aspect enjoying all day sun. Living is on the ground floor and offers a modern kitchen, separate lounge and dining, a family room and office plus a large master bedroom with oversized ensuite.

The indoor/outdoor flow is effortless to beautiful extensive landscaped grounds ideal for entertaining, an inground heated pool and a grassed area for a trampoline. Upstairs there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. There is a separate laundry and double garage with internal access. Access to the Greenhithe village is close by and the property backs onto Greenhithe sports grounds and tennis club.

The indoor/outdoor flow is effortless to a covered entertaining area with pizza oven/fireplace and BBQ zone.

This home has a very practical layout and a Northerly aspect enjoying all day sun. Living is on the ground floor and offers a modern kitchen, separate lounge and dining a family room and office plus a large master bedroom with oversized ensuite.

We are now experiencing a different market, if you are thinking of selling, let’s talk about the best method of sale for your property - not a “one size fits all” approach. I will obtain the best price from the market and have achieved record prices in many streets.

Top experienced negotiators get top prices. Call me for a private discussion.

David Greig 021 944 955 or email davidgreig@xtra.co.nz Follow me on Facebook David Greig Real Estate.

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RESIDENTIAL LIVING UNIVERSAL HOMES

Future-proof Living with Universal Homes Universal Homes has built thousands of quality homes in New Zealand over the past 55 years. Part of the success of Universal has been their ability to adapt to change, and a continued commitment innovation and design excellence. Universal has developed a proven system they call ‘The Living Difference’, which means they can deliver consistently on their vision year after year.

Universal Homes is a Future-proof Building partner, and choosing a Universal home gives you the confidence that the principles of Future-Proof Building are incorporated into your new home. Some of the eight principles considered under Future-proof building are energy smart - to maximise energy efficiency, health and safety, clever spatial design, and sustainability – helping minimise the impact on the environment.

Future-proof building is about educating homeowners to make the right choices for their home. It’s about understanding the lifecycle cost of a product or service, by assessing the value over time, when all factors are considered. It’s a holistic approach, and these factors can make a big difference to the way you live in your home.

The smart choices made through Future-proof Building will save you money, and increase energy efficiency throughout the life of the home. Universal Homes pride themselves on choosing quality assured products, trades and services. Their vision for outstanding homes combines high-quality design, long lasting materials, and the latest technology.

Universal Homes at Long Bay embrace the use of new technology like never before. Functional, modern interior features create an inviting feeling that will stand the test of time. Universal’s homes use hard-wearing materials, soft LED lighting and open plan designs to create the perfect recipe for modern living. The choice of the latest technology includes keyless entry, high quality, hard wearing carpets, environmentally sound easy-wipe paint finishes and performanceenhanced double glazing, ensures that your home will continue to look new and up-to-date for many years to come. The technology used in these homes is smarter, simpler and more secure.

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Throughout construction, rigorous processes and quality controls are maintained - good looks are combined with the most durable materials, in order to meet the promise that they will stand the test of the elements and retain their good looks for years to come.

Universal Homes offer their 10-year Master Build guarantee, plus decades of experience and reliability, and the ongoing commitment to their customers to offer exceptional design and build quality.

Add to this the incredible natural environment which surrounds the Long Bay development, including parks, reserves, wetlands, and the beautiful beach. As well as its spectacular surroundings, Long Bay offers a unique coastal lifestyle and the chance to build a future with nature at your doorstep. The environment plays a large part in the masterplan concept for the development. Community parks, shared space, and protected heritage sites have been prioritised, with boardwalks and walking tracks to streams and wetlands providing plenty of opportunity for discovery and relaxation.

Visit the stunning Universal Homes showhome at 38 Te Oneroa Way, Long Bay, and experience a taste of ‘the Living Difference’ at Long Bay. Universal Homes showhome, 38 Te Oneroa Way, Long Bay, 0800 111 207, www.longbay.universal.co.nz

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What A Sensation It Is!

Future Proof Living

So Many Features, So Little Time!

Lot 6 - 73 TE ONEROA WAY

Lot 17 - 4 MAKURA ROAD

Lot 8 - 77 TE ONEROA WAY

A sensational property, 73 Te Oneroa Way offers space and sophistication in style over 3 levels..

Impeccably presented inside and out, 4 Makura Road sits on a 173m 2 section, only a stone’s throw from the beautiful Long Bay beach.

Capitalise on the many features of this stylish 145m2 Long Bay home. Built over three levels and nestled in a superb location, this is the ideal home for the family.

$995,000

$1,100,000

$995,000

ESTIMATED COMPLETION AUGUST 2017

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38 Te Oneroa Way, Long Bay

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Issue 78 - July 2017 Building Excellence

The Channel Crossword

Set locally by Mãyã, especially for Channel each month. No. 27

Across

Down

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Tip for drama - where, for part of the winter, 5 & 2 live! (1,7)

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Standard layout of "Quickview Exhibitor" trophy cases (6)

5

Rock a 21 across? (6)

2

A 21 across might be decked? (5)

10 Inelegant rebel rose (9) 11

Maya's patch for plant (5)

12 Treaty aiming to prohibit atomic cricket?

(4,3) 13 For the tree is in proportion (3,4)

4

Exercise power over it and extremists' extremes - kindles an old flame? (9)

6

Level clothing (7)

7

Soggy sandwich? (9)

8

Animal I'd cook for a 21 across (5,3)

16 Victory cut short by disease particles;

three are required to rule (9)

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There is a tide in the affairs of guinea pigs... (4)

Nitre dissolved about 10, so not basic (9)

15 Steamy work of dubious merit? (9)

21 Captain Cook? (4)

17 Unknown woman, possible follower of

Terra (9)

23 Enjoys fixed routines (7)

18 Animal wants to keep the entire fund? (8)

25 Got tall rogue to stop (7)

20 Opening holds 6 outside the womb (2,5)

27 See 22 Down

21 Trendy cup of tea for the chilly bin (4,3)

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Baby footballers? (9)

29 Flash 21 across, Peter? (6) 30 See 3 Down

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3/30 Catch Lorde in a benign theatrical number,

first sign of a 21 across (7,8)

14 O brother, thou art a gem! (4)

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Solution to last month's crossword

This month's crossword will also be uploaded to the creator’s blog at: channelcrossword.wordpress.com 24 Arabians lacking AI in a lather? (4) There, Mãyã will kindly attempt to answer 26 Those people with Oriental bearing; that's any questions or comments that may arise

the area being discussed (5) from the crosswords each month.

22/27 The Planets' originator follows Cassius

Clay Jr to a 21 across (6,5)

Issue 78 - July 2017 www.channelmag.co.nz

Victoria had 100% success selling every property she marketed in 2016/17 financial year and this year to date

17 Second Avenue, Stanley Point Sold by negotiation

23 Prospect Terrace, Milford Sold under the hammer

27 Oxford Terrace, Cheltenham Sold by Tender

22 Park Avenue, Takapuna Sold under the hammer

16 Winsombe Street, Takapuna Sold by negotiation

5 Old Lake Road, Narrow Neck Sold under the hammer

63 King Edward Parade, Devonport Sold prior to auction

Milford Beach Sold by Negotiation

4 King Edward Parade, Devonport Sold by Negotiation

(highest recorded auction price on the shore to date)

Victoria Bidwell Innovative, energetic and successful – a proven performer in all markets 021 947 080 or 09 487 0735 | victoria.bidwell@bayleys.co.nz • International Property Awards London-Winner Best Property Marketing • Winner Bayleys National Waterfront Marketing Award • Top Agent for Bayleys North Shore for over ten years • Winner Bayleys National Residential Marketing Award - Best Property Marketing • Bayleys National Top Achiever since 2007

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