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WINE: WITH LIZ WHEADON OF GLENGARRY

Rosé Explored It’s hot, trendy and the latest thing, right? Well, not quite. Veuve Clicquot first made rosé champagne 200 years ago, the first cab off that rank (the rosé champagne one). So, it’s not new, though the volume we are consuming of it is off the charts, not just here in New Zealand, but also globally. Speculating on what has driven sales of pale pink wines could take so many more words than I’ve been allocated here, so let’s not go there.

Rather, let’s consider what makes a great rosé, what should you be looking for? After all, every man (yes brosé is a thing) and woman is drinking rosé.

One thing is for sure, making the decision based on the colour alone, whilst providing a little guidance, is not all that useful. Being armed with a little more information is always a good idea.

Côtes de Provence rosé – Provence is a very large area and rosés produced here are a minefield of inconsistency; be very wary of cheap Provençal offerings. The overall quality has increased of late, in part thanks to a new wave of producers, led by the likes of La Mascaronne’s Tom Bove. Côtes de Provence rosés are some of the most exceptional in the world, with the very best having a gorgeous fragrance, a delicate hue and wonderful texture.

Rosé made because it was intended to be rosé. The very best rosés are those made year in year out, from grapes intended for rosé and not from grapes that did not make the red wine cut.

Large bottles are definitely the way to go and we’ve got that sorted with a wonderful collection of magnums and 3L bottles. Why open two bottles, it’s just far too much effort!

Selected with care. Rosé sales are booming and it’s no surprise that there’s a very large number of rosé wines being made in New Zealand and imported into New Zealand. To ensure that we carry only the best, this year (as we do regularly) we tasted all the

Liz Wheadon

Côtes de Provence rosés are some of the most exceptional in the world, with the very best having a gorgeous fragrance, a delicate hue and wonderful texture. potential rosé wines that we could stock and selected very carefully.

The range in a Glengarry store is one you can have a high level of confidence in.

For me a great rosé will have an attractive aromatic nose; some pretty florals with a touch of herbal spice. On the palate, there will be fresh fruit flavours, a lively acidity and a full mid-palate with plenty of texture and interest. The finish needs to tend towards dry and be very refreshing.

As we head into the cooler months, rosé is here to stay, having moved itself out of the frivolous summer status it once had and more so into a serious wine style. Sure, not all are serious and some still sit firmly in the first part of this statement, but the quality of rosé has never looked as good as it does right now. This month at Glengarry, we highlight several of our favourites as we put the spotlight on rosé in our promotions this month.

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CHANNEL MAGAZINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR

April 2018

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

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Rotary Browns Bay, Bays Club, 7am. Also Apr17 Art + Feminism Wikipedia Edit-athon, Mairangi Arts Centre, 9.30am4pm Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm Sat/Sun until 20 April Tenants and Tutors exhibition, Lake House Arts, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna until 7 Apr

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The Nukes, ukulele band, The Vic Devonport 12.30pm lunchtime show

EASTER MONDAY Auckland Cavy Club Easter Guinea Pig Show, Glenfield Memorial Hall, 10am Mamma Mia, Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm (Sundays 4pm) continues until 14 April

Rotary Glenfield, Postmans Leg, Downing St. 5.45pm. Also 23 Apr.

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Morning Melodies - The stars of Amici & AMT’s Mamma Mia in concert, Bruce Mason Centre, 11am Zonta North Shore, Lake House Arts Centre, Fred Thomas Drive, 6pm (details ph Gail – 021686516).

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Before the Flood, movie to mark International Earth Day. Sir Neil Waters Lecture Theatre, Massey University Auckland campus. 6:158pm. Free.

Helen Pollock: A moving tribute, and Tony McNeight: The Giant Poppy Peace Project, Depot Artspace, Devonpot. Until 9 May.

Every Monday SeniorNet Glenfield Meet and Greet for new members, Mayfield Centre, Mayfield Rd, Glenfield. Book 09 4442231 Rotary Takapuna, Harcourts Auction Room, cnr Anzac/ Hurstmere Roads, 5.45pm

Rotary Milford, Pupuke Golf Club, 5.45pm

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Business North Harbour Business Lunch with Vic Crone, CEO Callaghan Innovation, QBE Stadium 12-2pm

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Tea & Topics: NZ Sign Language.

Learn about NZ Sign language, East Coast Bays Library, 8 Bute Road, Browns Bay, 10.30am-12pm.

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ANZAC Day

East Coast Bays Seed Savers.

Talk by Joan Buchanan who helped form the Hibiscus Coast Seed Savers Group, East Coast Bays Library, 11am Fascination Science, public lecture, Massey University Auckland campus, Albany, 7pm

Every Tuesday

The Rose Singers, "Till We Meet Again" The Rose Centre, Belmont, 8pm. Until 7 April. Also 2pm, 7 April.

Printmakers’ Corner, Lake House Arts, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna.

Until 30 Apr Kristin School Masterclass "Brain Rules for an Awesome Life", Kristin School Auditorium, 7pm

Our Changing World - Close Encounters In Cosmopolitan NZ, Massey University Albany Campus, Albany, 6pm Kaipatki Eco-Fest continues until 15 April Kaipatiki Project Totally Sustainable Talk, The Vic, Devonport, 8pm.

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Intergenerational Dialogue 2018, Takapuna Library 10.30am-2.30pm Free. Call Sarah Thorne 09 486 2098 Small Scale Sustainable Gardening 3 – Focus on Weeds, Kaipatiki Environment Centre, 17 Lauderdale Road, Birkdale, 5.30-7.30pm

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The Iliad Homer's Epic Retold in WW1 The PumpHouse Theatre, 8pm. Until 28 Apr (no performance Sun, Mon, Tue).

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Our Changing World, Flying Under the Radar, public lecture, Massey University Auckland campus, Albany, 6pm

Every Wednesday New Zealand Dance Company, Feisty Feet seniors dance class, Takapuna War Memorial Hall 10-11am. $10 per session. Until 11 Apr Rotary Birkenhead, Birkenhead Yacht Club, 6.15pm

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

Ph Nancy 09 4801484.

Also every Monday

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Creative Thinking For A Changing World Free lecture series: April 5 – “Close encounters in cosmopolitan NZ: Identity Politics” with Distinguished Professor Paul Spoonley, Dr Rand Hazou and Dr Trudie Cain; April 26 – “Flying under the radar: New Zealand’s fearless WW1 airmen” with Dr Adam Claasen.

6pm, Sir Neil Waters Lecture Theatre Building. Register at massey.ac.nz/ourchangingworld

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EASTER SUNDAY The Haier Big Hoot free art trail, continues until May.

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Kids Learn2Ride, Greville Reserve, 7 Forrest Hill, 10am Tim Bray Productions presents Pippi Longstocking, The PumpHouse Theatre, Killarney Park, Takapuna.

Until 28 April NZTrio at Mairangi Arts Centre 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, 7pm

Shore to Shore Fun Run, 9am-12, 8 Takapuna Grammar to Milford.

Weekend Book Chat, East Coast Bays Library, Browns Bay, 2pm.

Auckland Quilt Guild: Dorothy Collard Challenge 2018, Lake House Arts Auckland All-Ford Day, Smales Farm, 10am Devonport Dog Parade, 12.30-4.30pm

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2018 Korean Day, North Shore 14 Events Centre, 9am OceanKids swim, Windsor Reserve, Devonport, 1.45-2.30pm 14th New Zealand Korean Fine Arts Association Exhibition, Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote. Opens 4pm. Until 3 May.

Foraging workshop, Kaipatiki 15 Environment Centre, 17 Lauderdale Road, Birkdale, 2-4pm Gary McCormick and Mayor Time Shadbolt, The Vic, Devonport, 2pm Passchendaele. Home Front to Front Line, by artist Robyn Hughes, Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote. Opens 4pm. Until 3 May.

Creative Talk with Claire AhuririDunning and James Dunning, The PumpHouse Theatre, 7.30pm.

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Milford Food Truck, Thursday, Milford Shopping Centre car park, 5-9pm.

Probus Club of Milford, Milford 20 Baptist Church, 3 Dodson Avenue, 10am to noon. New members welcome.

Ethical Fashion Show, Windsor Park Baptist Church, Mairangi Bay, 7pm

Every Friday Rotary North Harbour, Pupuke Squash Club, 7am

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Bayview Kids Market, Bayview Community Centre, 2pm The Frank Burkitt Band and Ali Baba and the Wolves, The Vic, Devonport, 8pm

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North Shore Artists Exhibition and sale of paintings, Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-4pm John Cooper Clark, with special guest Andrew Fagan, The Vic Devonport, 8pm

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Bike skills and maintenance drop-in sessions for adults, Takapuna Primary, 10am-12noon Imperfect Offering presents The Music of Leonard Cohen, The PumpHouse Theatre, 7pm

Comedy All-Star Showcase, Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm Devonport Arts Festival Residential Art Trail, 1-3pm.

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CONTENTS COVER FEATURES

BROWNS BAY AND THE BAYS

38 Travel Lovers

64 Browns Bay News

FEATURES

MILFORD

35 Shop the Shore

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Milford News

42 Channel People - Shore People Offshore 60 Channel Interview: Dorothea Ashbridge

DEVONPORT

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80 Devonport Village

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ARTS

97 Channel Youth with Jessy Thurston

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The PumpHouse

100 North Shore History with David Verran

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The Rose Centre

101 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton

23 The Vic

120 The Channel Crossword

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OUT & ABOUT

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02 Community Calendar 06 Out & About on the Shore

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EDUCATION 88 Kristin School

EATING OUT

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25 Eating Out Feature: Vic Road Kitchen

92 Rosmini College

26 Eating Out Feature: Chateaubriant

93 Pinehurst School

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Eating Out Guide

TAKAPUNA BEACH

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32 Views from the Beach with TBBA

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FROM THE EDITOR

Janet Marshall

The Channel team: Heather Vermeer, Kath Allen, Aidan Bennett, Christine Young and Crystal Sharp.

Sharing Shore People’s Passions As always we’ve got plenty of Shore people, places and events to share with you this month. From Devonport up to Long Bay, out to Birkenhead & Northcote Points, and over to Greenhithe, we have pulled together pieces of news and pictures of people to be positive about.

The people we meet in the course of creating this magazine are diverse and often very inspiring.

I had the pleasure of meeting ballerina Dorothea Ashbridge for this issue on the eve of her 90th birthday. She shared stories and stunning photos from her dancing days gone by, and I left knowing that in spite of her entering her tenth decade, she is not a former ballerina, as, in her heart, she very much still is. That passion is inherent in so many of the people we feature in the magazine; be it for a sport, an art, a place, a field of industry, a charity. Duane Dalton is now an example of that passion for the latter as he carries forward the legacy of his late wife, New Zealand Silver Fern and much-loved Shore figure Tania Dalton.

Duane chatted to publisher Aidan Bennett ahead of this issue as the first scholarships for young

sportspeople from the Tania Dalton Foundation set up in her memory were announced.

Much as we love the Shore, we get inspired to travel this month, with local people from across our area sharing their overseas holiday experiences with us. Travel is a passion for our outstanding locally-based travel agents who share their holiday inspiration with us in the magazine.

We hope you get inspired to lock in some holiday time for yourself this year.

We’ve been roving the length and breadth of the Shore with our ‘Out & About’ camera to bring you plenty of people pics, see who you can spot this month! We have a nod to our Commonwealth Games team competing this month, with our black and silver themed Shop the Shore product pages, and, as always, plenty of school news, our collection of columnists and enough eating out inspiration to keep you out of the kitchen every day this month.

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MAKING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Community connections were made at an event organised by Takapuna North Community Coordinator Sarah Thorne where the police, Council, Local Board, service groups, and arts and environmental groups met at the Mary Thomas Centre in Takapuna. The aim was to strengthen community ties. Organisations provided updates on projects currently being undertaken. The meeting allowed individuals and groups, previously little known to each other, to make connections; the discussions over lunch after the meeting were rich with possibility. Participants agreed to meet every two months at different venues in the Takapuna North area (Milford, Castor Bay, Forrest Hill, Sunnynook and Takapuna).

Zella Morrison, Yvonne Powley, Mike Cohen.

Fay Hobday, Joan Morrison, Andy Young.

Mel Barr, Sarah Thorne, Peter McNee.

Berenice Langson, Ruth Ell, Tabitha Becroft.

Stuart Gaze, Gavin Sheehan, Julia Pointon.

Chewy Wilson, Stephen McLuckie, Deb Humphries.

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REGATTA'S BLUFF BANQUET A feast for the eyes and the taste-buds greeted guests as they arrived at Regatta Bar & Eatery’s 2018 Bluff Banquet. An oyster lover’s dream, the sold-out banquet celebrated the beginning of the Bluff oyster season on 9 March. And what could be better paired with oysters than a flute of GH Mumm Champagne on arrival? But this was a mere prelude to a menu of chef’s oyster creations (such as oyster sabayon with champagne foam), plus, of course, oysters au naturel, with the oyster shuckers shucking live in the middle of the restaurant from the eat-all-you-can Oyster Bar.

Stacey Hart, Lya Solle and Andy Ruzich.

Chef Phil Horne (centre) and the Regatta kitchen crew.

Kris and Kelli Boyd, Rhyannon Williams.

Chris Bamforth, Candice Ruthven, Kelly and Dedan Percy. Phil Horne and Justin Mendoza.

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FLICKS AND FUN BROWNS BAY The second annual Flicks and Fun event took place at the Browns Bay beachfront in early March. Visitors relaxed by the beach and watched some great movies on the giant screen.

Food trucks and markets were also set up on the boardwalk and locals were treated to fantastic live music on stage. It was a great weekend event for the young and young at heart.

Peter Allen, Marah Shahin, Theo Sutedja.

Sam and Madison Hornblow.

Atsuko and Nana Iwami.

Lance and Christine O'Gorman, Ann and John Grayson.

Nadege Salvador, Bronte Swift, Jacob Kirdy, Sria Moodley.

Ashley Mckay, Siobhan Gardiner, Lauren Davis.

Alison and Jessica Coyle, Sophia Spear, Charine Smyth

Charlie, Nic and Jim Davis.

Corbin and Verona Graham.

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BUSINESS NORTH HARBOUR SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON THE ECONOMY David Norman, chief economist at Auckland Council, spoke at the recent Business North Harbour lunch, held at North Shore Golf Club in Albany. He provided an overview of the state of the Auckland economy, highlighting the impacts of Auckland’s growth in the past 10-15 years. Statistics clearly demonstrated the differences in growth rates, and housing supply and affordability between Auckland and the rest of the country. David believes the housing shortfall will not be overcome in the short term, though the latest figures show that the Unitary Plan appears to be having the desired impact of stimulating development in existing urban areas.

Bob Leveloff, Nicky Lewis, Lisa Hill.

Neil Clarke, Greg Frittelli, Keith MacKenzie.

Gendi Burwell, Sarah Dezwart, Paul Thompson.

Shirner Dyson, John Wetherell, Dave Loader, Janine Brinsdon.

James Widjaja, Heidi Boulton, Patrick Harris.

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MAIRANGI BAY PLAYCENTRE FUNDRAISER On Saturday 17th March the Mairangi Bay playcentre held its playground fundraising event. It was an impressive event enjoyed by young and old; the place was packed out with people keen to support the playcentre. A silent auction, pony rides, a haunted house, face painting, and a hair and beauty parlour were just a few of the attractions that helped make the event a hit. Many local businesses contributed by donating prizes and vouchers, making it a very successful and fun fundraiser.

Caroline, Julia and Isabelle Stevenson.

Martine, Ave, Nicky and Sophia Reekie.

Sienna, Ava, Sam and Susie McCabe.

Verity Wandler, Laura Catfield, Jenn Iversen.

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MICHAEL KING WRITERS' CENTRE TRUST AGM Trustees, advisers and supporters of the Michael King Writers’ Centre gathered for the AGM of the Michael King Writers' Centre Trust in the beautifully restored garden of the old Signalman’s House on Takarunga, Mount Victoria, in Devonport. Attendees, including alumni of the Centre, talked books and writing ahead of the formal business of the day. Current holder of the University of Auckland Residency at the Centre, Victor Rodger was among those attending, as well as Geoff Chapple ONZM, the inaugural writer in residence in 2005.

Victor Rodger, Jan McEwan, Stephen Wainwright.

Jan O'Connor, John Graham.

Lynn Dawson, Melanie Laville-Moore.

Rachael Edgar, Caroline Barron, Charlotte Gibbs.

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GLENFIELD MALL NEWS

Mega Star on Market Day Shoppers were given the chance to meet a mega star at Glenfield Mall in March.

Parris Goebel was a huge attraction at the Mall last month where she signed her newly released autobiography, Young Queen. The dancer, choreographer, singer and director chatted to visitors and posed for photographs with shoppers during the Mall’s amazing Market Day weekend.

Following on from the success of last year’s event, Market Day saw Glenfield Mall bursting with colour, and customers on the weekend of Friday 16th through to Sunday 18th March, as stores created shopfront stalls and offered discounts and bargains galore. Free family entertainment included face painting, character visits and balloon giveaways.

Queues started forming for Parris Goebel from the moment the Mall opened, and was lengthy by the time the music industry star arrived to sign her new book, Young Queen. Glenfield College’s hip hop group performed for Parris and guests while the star sat on her princess chair. Mai FM’s ‘Home Run’ crew Dani and Fame entertained the crowds and offered giveaways.

A very memorable Market Day weekend at the Mall!

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Rock Climbing Wall at the Mall!

Free family fun looks set to pull in the crowds at one of the North Shore's top shopping destination these April school holidays.

An 8-metre rock climbing wall will have the kids trying out their skills, while keeping fit and healthy - no matter what the weather! Rain or shine, the giant climbing wall will become a firm feature of the Mall's Centrecourt from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th April. It will be in operation between 11-3pm every day* and it it is FREE to climb. So get adventurous and bring the kids in for a climb, suitable for all ages, 5 years and above. Come and enjoy the exercise and challenges in the safe - and dry surroundings of the Mall.

The week prior, there will be fun galore with the likes of Elmo, Cookie Monster, Lalaloopsy and Mimi-Mimi all making an appearance! A host of character friends will entertain and delight smaller shoppers looking for some school holiday fun. Add face-painting and you've pretty much got a party on your hands! In Centrecourt during Saturday 14th - Sunday 15th April join us for 'have a go' sessions and displays conducted by North Harbour Gymnastics Mini Gym. Parents can bank on hours of fun from Saturday 14th – Saturday 28th April, with a variety of different activities to keep their kids entertained throughout these school holidays. So, bring your little ones and head along for some family fun together at Glenfield Mall these holidays it's the place to be, and it's all free!

Look forward to more reasons to get to Glenfield Mall these holidays for FREE family fun: • Face painting : Mon 16th – Friday 20th April & Mon 23rd – Fri 27th April, 10am – 3pm. *Except Anzac Day 1pm-6pm • Character friends; Lalaloopsy, Mimi-Mimi, Cookie Monster and Elmo: Mon 16th - Fri 20th April, 11am-3pm.

• Rocking climbing wall, Centrecourt, Glenfield Mall: Sunday 22nd - Sat 28th April, 11-3pm.*Except Anzac Day 1pm-5pm • North Harbour Gymnastics Mini Gym, Centrecourt : Sat 14th – Sun 15th April

FREE School Holiday FUN INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING Reach new heights on the 8m wall!

Sun 22nd - Sat 28th April, 11am - 3pm* each day at Centrecourt Only suitable for children 5 years and over. *Anzac Day hours will be 1-5pm

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MINI GYM North Harbour Gymnastics display and ‘have a go’ sessions.

Sat 14th - Sun 15th April 10am – 4.45pm daily

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ANDREW DORREEN

"Beachside Lifestyle" Family Home 3 Back From Beach 51 Milford Road, Milford A serene and peaceful property located only three properties back from the sands of Milford Beach, 51 MILFORD ROAD is a fantastic example of a Golden Mile prime beach-side family home. Offering a choice of four bedrooms in the home and a spacious studio over the double garage, from young families to teenagers and beyond this property offers flexibility and will suit families perfectly.

Living is on the ground floor with two separate areas ideal for separation between children and parents. The first flows to the front of the home with french doors opening out to a deck and great sized lawn. The kitchen is set amongst a superb family entertaining area with a high tongue and groove ceiling and functional island bench with Corian tops.

An open plan dining area and combined lounge takes in views over the tropical garden through large sliding doors.

The entire home has been re roofed and is now fully doubled glazed making for a warm quiet environment. The property offers great accommodation, fantastic ground floor living and a choice of two outdoor entertaining areas to follow the sun. There is also a double garage with a roller door at the rear making for additional storage space behind for boats or jet skis if required.

51 Milford Road will enable its owners to literally walk down the street to the hub of Milford's bustling village, plus the mall and the many restaurants and cafes. All this and the beach at your door! This is a fine example of beach-side living.

Contact Andrew Dorreen Today For Sale By Expressions Of Interest by 4PM 11th April 2018 (unless sold prior)

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Takapuna Beach nearby

Untouched Since The 70's 38A Clifton Road, Takapuna Located on Clifton Road, one of Auckland's best cliff-front streets, 38A Clifton Road is virtually untouched from when it was built in 1971. The opportunity here is unique and the property will be very popular with a wide variety of potential purchasers, developers or buyers wanting to add value.

As well as buyers wanting to create a high-quality seaside townhouse, professional couples wanting a low maintenance home they can put their own touches on. With a 2017 CV of $1,700,000 this has to be one of most affordable homes in the street - and now is your opportunity to lock in this spectacular location!

The home offers...

• Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms over it's two levels.

• Two-car, internal access garaging with additional off street parking.

• A spacious living area consisting of large lounge and comfortable combined kitchen dining. This area benefits from a fantastic elevated urban outlook and access to wrap around decking.

• Solidly constructed of brick and concrete block. A great street-front position offering a half share of a generous 898m² piece of prime land.

• Literally a moment from Takapuna Beach and zoned for excellent schooling, whilst being close to motorway access and the hub of Takapuna.

For Sale By Expressions Of Interest By 4PM Wednesday 18th April (unless sold prior)

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

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

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS

This month at The Rose Centre with manager John Davies.

Popcorn and more

News from The PumpHouse from James Bell

John Davies

We had a fun open day on Neighbours' Day, Sunday March 25.

A sausage sizzle, theatre tours and a Coffee Guy truck all showed up to make for a super day. The tours went really well, with amazing displays by the wonderful Company Theatre team. People were fascinated at the “More Fawlty Towers” set display and explanation. I saw the original “Fawlty Towers” and remembered when I arrived here to run The Rose Centre thinking how on earth did that massive set all fit on that stage?

The Belmont Community Copy Centre We recently installed a state-of-the-art up to A3 colour or mono copier and scanner. Prices are competitive but for the first time, Belmont residents don’t have to reach out up or down Lake Road to make copies. Drop in and use our lovely machine, pay reasonable costs and enjoy less hassle.

The Rose Singers present “Till We Meet Again” It’s 100 years since the end of World War 1 and Belmont’s very own polished singing troupe, “The Rose Singers” have, under the able direction of Ruth Chapman, created a musical play to celebrate the music of the time. Come along, you’re welcome to burst in to song with the team! Call us on 445 9900 to book tickets, $20 each, 8pm each night April 4 to 7 with a 2pm matinee on Saturday the 7th.

Company Theatre presents Ben Elton’s Popcorn Winner of the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy on its release in the West End, it’s a rollicking and confrontational story that it’s suggested those easily offended by a bit of effing and blinding, be warned. In his review Neil Hopkins concludes, “Elton’s conclusion, as far as I understand it, is that we all must take both personal and corporate responsibility for the kind of society that we want to live in. We cannot simply blame others without taking action ourselves.” It's deep, meaningful and full of Elton’s dark humour.

Wednesday 12th - Saturday 26th May at 8pm, Sunday 4pm. Adults $27, concessions $22. Book at www.iticket.co.nz or call 09 361 1000.

For the School Holidays sKids, our before and after school programme providers, are also adding a school holidays programme.

Visit www.skids.co.nz/belmont and download the programme or drop in to The Rose Centre and collect one. For the song and dance kids, National Youth Theatre Company presents Allstars. Check it out at www.allstars.co.nz !

The importance of community theatre

Although community theatre is often overlooked within professional and regional circles, there are so many talented participants who dedicate their time to their art of storytelling.

The term “community” shouldn’t put off or be used as a synonym for “poor quality”, as in my experience, this form of theatre is commonly the birthplace of raw ideas and exceptional talent. At The PumpHouse Theatre, we focus on supporting our community and its talent. We are a not-for-profit charity that keeps costs minimal for the artists, to help them live by their art professionally and continue to tell their stories. Next time you consider going to the theatre, consider supporting the foundations of professional theatre and enjoy a production right on your doorstep.

This month, we’ve got an exciting production of The Iliad; Homer’s Epic retold in WW1 and selected as ‘Editor’s Pick’ on Eventfinda listings. The show is timed to coincide with the Anzac Day commemorations and explores the timeless horror of war with an all-female chorus of singers. If you’re interested in the creative process involved in getting an idea out of your head, join us for a Creative Talk with the Writers, Directors and Producers of The Iliad, Claire Ahuriri-Dunning & James Dunning.

For those with families, we’re celebrating our next season of children’s theatre with Tim Bray’s production of Pippi Longstocking, an enduring favourite of boys and girls around the world. While you make your booking, you may like to donate to their ‘Gift a Seat’ programme. Tim Bray Productions offers a free seat to a child from a low decile school, Kelston Deaf Education Centre, BLENNZ (Blind and Low Vision Education Network of New Zealand) or Make-A-Wish (New Zealand). By gifting a seat, you can make a difference to children by letting them experience the joys of live theatre.

Finally, Imperfect Offering presents The Music of Leonard Cohen, which is back with a spellbinding new line-up after sellout performances in 2016 and 2017. Drawn together by lead vocalist Peter McMillan, the nine-piece band includes violin and even balalaika with musicians from all musical backgrounds including jazz, rock and classical.

We hope you enjoy this month’s variety of performances and look forward to seeing you at The PumpHouse!

Cheers, James Bell

THE NATIONAL YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY

MUSICAL THEATRE Holiday Programme

What's On... @ The PumpHouse Tim Bray Productions Presents Pippi Longstocking Apr 7 - 28 2018 From $18.50

April 24 - 28

July 17 - 21 October 9 - 13

“ Broadway ” “ Heroes vs Villains ”

“ The 80s ”

For ages 7 - 16, no audition required Fun workshops each day in singing, dance and drama Everyone stars in the end-of-week performances

register now at allstars.co.nz

The Rose Centre School Road, Belmont

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

Pearangi Creative Presents The Iliad Apr 19 - 28 2018 From $12

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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Imperfect Offering Presents The Music of Leonard Cohen Apr 29 2018 From $25

The V1c Devonport Welcome to April at The Vic! Auckland’s heritage picture theatre.

Need a birthday party or private function venue, cinema or live venue? The Vic Devonport is your place!

A grand old building with a lot of charm with three cinemas, two stages and a function room with catering options, the Vic features upto-date digital cinema technology and is the go-to place for movies, live shows and ice cream! Purpose built as a cinema in 1912 and featuring art house and mainstream cinema releases, you will also find regular performances taking place, either in the Vic Lounge Bar or in the main Victoria theatre, ranging from live music, concerts to comedy and theatre. The Vic Devonport is open daily from 10am to 10pm and has the yummiest choc tops and their own gelato ice cream flavours.

- Your Team at The Vic For more information email info@thevic.co.nz or call (09) 446 0100

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95BFM Out On The Freak - Wed 4 Apr, 6.00pm Devonport, get ready! 95bFM is headed over to the Shore for Out on the Freak #2. Zac 'Freak the Sheep' Arnold, will be DJing, then at eight, jazzy pop kids on the scene, The Protection and soulful synth crooner Anthonie Tonnon.

FREE EVENT! Kaipatiki Project - Totally Sustainable Talks - Thu 5 Apr, 7.00pm: An evening of enviro banter called Totally Sustainable Talks, which aims to promote environmental groups and hot sustainability issues affecting the Devonport-Takapuna local board area. FREE EVENT secure your seat on kaipatiki.org.nz

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The Nukes, Album Release Show - Tue 10 Apr, 12.30pm: The Nukes are returning for a lunchtime performance at The Vic Devonport to promote their third Ukulele Album.

Far more than just a ukulele band, this talented trio delivers an engaging mix of humour and originality. Tickets $15 Presale, $20 Door.

Peter Rabbit (PG) - 29 Mar

Ready Player One (M) - 29 Mar

Love, Simon (M) - 29 Mar

Early Man (PG) - 29 Mar

Lost In Paris (TBA) - 5 Apr

A Wrinkle In Time (PG) - 12 Apr

Sweet Country (TBA) - 12 Apr

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (TBA) - 25 Apr

Gary McCormick & Mayor Tim Shadbolt - Sun 15 Apr, 2.00pm: Two New Zealand icons bring laughter, anecdotes and full-blown stories from our country's past and present.

A stand-up comedy show crafted along Kiwi lines, McCormick and Shadbolt have a wealth of funny stories and tales of survival. Tickets $30.

The Frank Burkitt Band and Albi & The Wolves - Sat 21 Apr, 8.00pm: Double Bill Concert: The Frank Burkitt Band play original music inspired by jazz, blues, folk, swing, soul and all things American Roots while Albi & The Wolves are dynamic and their style is possibly the most soulful folk made in New Zealand. Tickets $25 Presale.

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John Cooper Clarke with special guest Andrew Fagan - Sun 22 Apr, 8.00pm: British legend Dr. John Cooper Clarke has spanned cultures, audiences, art forms and continents and will be performing live at The Vic. Opening the bill is special guest - and local writer, sailor and musician Andrew Fagan. Tickets $67.50.

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Irish Whiskey Renaissance The rebirth of Irish whiskey has been staggering. With 300% growth in global sales over the last ten years, it is now classified as the fastest growing spirit in the world. From only three surviving distilleries to 16 now in operation, with another 14 planned, the future looks very bright indeed... bright, Irish, liquid gold in a bottle to be precise.

At its zenith in the late 1800’s, Irish whiskey was the most popular spirit in the world, with 93 working stills in Ireland (legal ones, that is… don’t get me started on the famous bootleg “potcheen”). Scotch, by comparison, was a very small, boutique player. Today many old and once-famous distilleries like Tullamore Dew and Dunville’s are being reopened at great expense with a reverential desire to re-create the classic styles. That means sourcing the same water, barley, yeasts, style of barrels and copper pot stills to deliver the whiskey in the traditional way, from the field to the customer’s glass.

The true traditional style that was preferred over Scotch was called Irish Pure Pot Still Whiskey, often commanding five times the price, before declining due to war, British trade embargoes, prohibition and excessive taxation. Stylistically, this soft, smooth complex Irish Whiskey is quite different from its Scottish cousin, being distilled from a blend of malted and un-malted barley in handmade copper pot stills. The milled Irish barley is what imbues it with a plethora of creamy custard, velvetsoft vanilla and spicy Irish apple flavours and aromas that people still love today.

Irish pot still whiskey is often, but not always, triple distilled for extra purity, non-chill filtered to retain soft creamy fatty acids and naturally coloured by barrel aging only. The other good thing is it does not require a great deal of barrel aging due to its immediate softness and purity, which makes it significantly cheaper than its Scottish competitors! Here at Fine Wine Delivery Co. we have a fantastic selection of Irish pure pot still whiskey for you to come in and taste so that you too can be a part of this great Irish Whiskey Renaissance. - Michael Black, Spirits Ambassador

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From the home of Joyce, Yeats, Shaw and Wilde comes this beautifully smooth Irish Whiskey that people buy first time for the name and every time after that for the taste. A blend of aged Single Malt and aged Single Pot Still whiskies, it’s filled with honey, cereal, apple and biscuit notes, finishing smooth and oh so long.

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Best Irish single Malt under 12 yrs, World Whiskies Awards 2015,16, 17and Best single Malt 12 yrs and under at the Irish Whiskey Awards. Dunville’s whiskey was once shipped to Scotland to be added to scotch blends because it was one of the world’s most popular whiskeys. Now ‘The Spirit of Belfast’ is one of the very few “field to glass” distilleries in the world with its own distillery floor maltings. This elegant malt is bursting with orchard fruits, creamy custard and sweet, smooth PX sherry. A truly great whiskey re-born.

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Vic Road Kitchen Devonport

EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

Harriet Byrnes and Ian Shields.

Heritage and Heart

Vic Road Kitchen’s Labour of Love There’s a whole lot of love at Vic Road Kitchen; love of good food, love of the Shore, love of, well, each other, for Front Of House Manager Harriet Byrnes and Head Chef Ian Shields. The pair are engaged to be married as they launch their restaurant venture on Devonport’s main street with Harriet’s sister Lucy Byrnes and her partner Craig Wright.

The four foodies have combined their energies to create something special for Devonport. Vic Road Kitchen is getting tongues wagging, for all the right reasons, with it’s blend of the freshest food, a low-waste approach and a rustic vibe with a lot of heart.

Inspired by a road trip to the USA, Harriet and Ian who met at a vineyard on Waiheke Island, have taken the bold step of using their combined food and wine experience to create Vic Road Kitchen.

“I was doing a wine course on Waiheke and was at one of the vineyards over there when I met Ian - yes, we’ve been all about food and wine right from the start!

“A trip to the States unsurprisingly turned into a wine and food adventure. We got inspired by what the USA is doing at the moment; there’s more of a movement towards local, seasonal produce to create really simple food, done well. We’ve followed that in what we’re bringing to Vic Road Kitchen.”

Sisters Harriet and Lucy Byrnes are both former Takapuna Grammar School students who grew up here on the Shore. Both their partners are from the north of England; Ian from Liverpool and Craig from Manchester. The pair are co-owners of the business. Craig is Bar Manager, having extensive bar management work behind him in Europe and Greece. Ian is Head Chef - his 18 years’ experience as a chef includes heading up kitchens in Queenstown and Waiheke Island. He chatted whilst preparing lunch.

“We’re really happy with the rustic look and feel of this building; the brick and steel. It’s exactly what we were looking for when we decided to start this venture together. It could almost be in Liverpool!

And that rustic look reflects our food; simple and strong, with the freshest ingredients and a new menu every day.”

Having a fresh menu every day can’t be easy, but it’s a novel approach that ensures the freshest produce is sourced, waste is minimised and customers seem to love it. “We’re getting a lot of good feedback on the fact that our menu changes daily,” says Harriet. “It enables us to only serve what’s freshly available each day.

We’re passionate about only sourcing from suppliers who share our philosophies around fresh, seasonal produce and Ian is passionate about minimising waste, so have the changing menu every day suits what we're about.”

A very popular dish in the opening weeks has been the Beef Carpaccio, and the fresh seafood is a winner. “Seafood fits well in Devonport, being a seaside village - it’s always popular. People seem to like that they can come in one evening and have completely different options next time, even if it’s the next day!”

And the philosophy around local, seasonal fresh produce translates to the wine list and beer selections too. Harriet has had fun putting together the drinks offerings and each choice comes with a story. “We wanted to work with vineyards and breweries that share our ideas, that tell a story, to have meaning behind the menu. Mondillo in Cental Otago, for example, is run by great friends of ours who share our passion, and whose Pinot Noir is out of this world! And Man O’War is a special place for us,” she smiles. A range of six beers and ciders are on tap from Hamilton brewery Good George and include a great autumnal Doris Plum cider, perfectly seasonal this month.

Before following her passion to study wine, Harriet worked in event management, including roles in London, and is keen to combine both these strands to create wine events at Vic Road Kitchen. The building, which was originally the Edinburgh Bakery in the late 19th century, has an area at the far end that lends itself perfectly to a function space for such events and large group dining.

Some of the original features of the Edinburgh Bakery have been unveiled during the renovations, such as the old brick oven which is now a feature behind the bar area. And the large, old framed photograph of the bakery on the wall connects the building with its roots. This is a place not just to soak up a drink from Harriet's meaningfully-curated menu with one of Ian’s hearty fresh food creations, but a place to soak up a taste of Devonport’s heritage.

Vic Road Kitchen is already shining as a superb Shore example of hospitality, with history and heart.

Vic Road Kitchen, 57 Victoria Road, Devonport 09 445 9797 www.vicroadkitchen.co.nz Open Tues to Sun for dinner, Thurs to Sun for lunch, Sat and Sun for brunch.

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Chateaubriant Devonport

Alan Floquet and Ivan Guan.

The Shore's Own Corner of France “When people walk in through the door, I want them to feel as though they are truly in France,” enthuses Alan Floquet, manager of Chateaubriant for over three years.

And he achieves his wish with every customer that steps inside this pavement cafe near Cheltenham Beach.

So much so, that this cafe - voted best in Devonport last year, as well as having the best croissants in Auckland continues to grow and grow as a popular destination cafe.

At the helm with Alan, is Ivan Guan. A smart, young (both Ivan and Alan are in their early 30s) chef, barista and entrepreneur who last year took over ownership of Chateaubriant, and has owned Stanley’s cafe at the Forrest Hill end of Milford for over five years. Both are ‘community cafes’, away from the main centres of Devonport and Milford and that is what appealed to Ivan. He also successfully ran Armadillo from 2015 until last year, when he decided to take on the French cafe challenge. “I’ve been involved in cafes for years and, after the success with Armadillo, I saw the chance to run not only Stanley's, but two ‘local’ cafes that I love. The team here is family to me - we work and play together and have this young, positive energy. It’s quite special.” Alan adds: “With his experience in cafes and my knowledge of French cuisine and culture, we’re the perfect fit.

Because we get on so well as a team, and only employ staff who fit well with us. That creates the great energy we have in here.”

At weekends, the croissant count nudges up to several hundred per day and the coffees are like liquid gold. Importantly, however, Chateaubriant - named after the French town of the same name - has managed to strike that rare, fine balance between destination cafe and relentlessly popular spot for locals. It’s all about innovation and continually surprising with what they offer, says Alan.

“Our goal is to surprise people - even those who may have been coming here for years - and keep it innovative, exciting, new, fresh.”

Locals flock for the locally-roasted organic Chiasso coffee, expertly crafted by Ivan and his highly-skilled baristas (using organic milk). The pastry selection is dangerously good, as are the crêpes, breads, baguette sandwiches, deli cheeses and meats, rotisserie chickens, and the exquisite ready-made dinners to takeaway.

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Alan mentions that they sold over 80 lasagnes, for example, in the week prior to our meeting, with many other mouth-watering French dinner options also flying out the door and onto tables in the neighbourhood. And their external catering seems to be taking off in a similar way. Incredible charcuterie and cheese platters, all authentically French, Dishes created for Frenchthemed private functions. of course, are adding special touches to events away from the cafe, and exquisite cakes and desserts are also a speciality. They’re big on building this side of the business even further and can tailor outside catering needs to suit requests.

Alan hails from Burgundy, ‘the French capital of wine and gastronomy’ he adds, and ran an incredible dinner experience last year using recipes from his grandmother, extraordinarily adapted by their two talented French chefs, in a stunningly decorated Chateaubriant by night. Several others have followed, each with a nod to a different region of France and each being the talk of Cheltenham for days to follow. Demand for these evenings is phenomenal and when you’ve had a glimpse at the level of effort and detail involved to create an unforgettable French dining experience, it’s easy to see why they sell out immediately. “There will be more to come this year,” Alan says in his adorable French accent and a twinkle in his eye. “We have some exciting plans! There are many great things ahead here. In some ways, this is only the beginning!”

It’s always wonderful to meet people who are living their passion; and that’s the vibe at this soulful French enclave on Vauxhall Road in Devonport. You can’t fake that passion. Chateaubriant draws people in easily, with it’s hypnotising aromas and gorgeous food. That’s the easy part. But way beyond this, Alan and Ivan are dedicated to making sure that these people are inspired to come back time and time again, because of the way this cafe evolves and delights and encourages everyone who enters to become an extended part of this fun, fine French food-loving family.

Chateaubriant, 87 Vauxhall Road, Devonport.

Open 7.30am-3.30pm Tues-Thurs, 7.30am-4.30pm Fri-Sun. Closed Mondays. 09 445 0021 www.chateaubriant.co.nz

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STANLEY'S ABOUT US: Stanley’s Café is your great local getaway. Come and soak up the sun whilst enjoying a cup of freshly roasted coffee accompanied with delicious homemade baking – just like mum used to make. At Stanley’s we pride ourselves in sourcing the finest of ingredients and best seasonal produce available in the creation of our mouth-watering meals. Indulge yourself with great food, great service and great friend’s here at Stanley’s café.

THE FOOD: All food served at Stanley’s Café is made fresh daily on site using strictly free range produce. You can’t look further than our renowned Salmon and Bacon Rosti dishes, as well as our popular Smashed Avocado meal. We offer both dine-in and takeaway meals and provide catering on request.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Watch out for our new autumn/winter menu, coming soon.

Open 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday-Saturday, 8:00am – 3:30pm Sunday 58 East Coast Road, Milford 09 410 4104 stanleyscafe@hotmail.com

SOUL SUSHI ABOUT US: Soul Sushi opened in Newmarket last year and now we are excited to announce 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 a 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: APRIL Complimentary miso soup and green tea for our dine-in customers.

(50 cents takeaway charge applies) Soul Sushi, 83-85 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 489 7546

MADAME JOJOS ABOUT US: I started this business Madame Jojo's Foodstore 12 Years ago in Remuera and Milford over a year and half ago.

I love cooking and am still at the stove making the meals, salads and cabinet food we sell most days.

There is lots of pride and love in the food we serve.

THE FOOD: The smells coming out of our shop in Milford are REAL! Home cooking at it's best.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL We welome everyone to come and try our real food, do yourselves a favour and take the hassle out of your busy lives.

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

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HEMINGWAYS ABOUT US: Hemingways offers the best summer outdoor dining in Devonport. This family-owned and operated business looks forward to welcoming you to enjoy good food in our relaxed and friendly environment.

THE FOOD: Our menu offers a variety of international dishes, and with summer here, our focus is on fresh seafood. With an extensive wine list to match, you’ll struggle to beat Hemingways for a quality dining experience in Devonport.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Come in and grab a healthy lunch or snack to take with you on the go from our fresh new cabinet selection!

Opening hours: 11am till late Monday – Thursday; 9am till late Friday – Sunday Hemingways, 2a Rattray Street, Devonport 09 446 0454 www.hemingways.co.nz @hemingwaysdevonport on Facebook and Instagram

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: APRIL 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

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

THE FOOD: Our current special “Pasta Della Casa” has been extremely popular and we have extended this until the end of March. Pasta Della Casa (pictured above) is a spaghetti dish with Napoli sauce, spicy Italian sausage, prawns, chilli and garlic.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Online takeaway ordering is now available. View photos of our dishes, save a favorite order or customise your meal. For the month of March, we are offering a 10% discount on all online orders. Simply use the voucher code SAVE10 when ordering online. Visit www.alforno.co.nz/order-now for more info.

We recommend you book early to avoid disappointment and follow us on Facebook for the latest deals and specials. @alfornotakapuna Open Tues to Sun 5pm-late. 09 488 0179 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna, www.alforno.co.nz

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THE COFFEE CLUB

TOKYO BAY

ABOUT US: The Coffee Club Café Bar Restaurant Takapuna is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just coffee and cake.

Good food, great service and, of course, excellent coffee with The Coffee Club's signature blend!

THE FOOD: Choose from a wide and delicious range of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals from our all-day menu as well as hot and cold beverages. From classic favourites such as Lemon Pepper Calamari to our famous breakfast dishes such as The Coffee Club Big Breakfast, there’s truly something for everyone at The Coffee Club.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Our new menu has arrived!

3 new vegan meals including Hummus and Smashed Pea Open Sourdough, 4 new vegetarian meals including Grilled Haloumi Brioche Burger and a range of exciting new all-day breakfasts, classic favourites, burgers, sandwiches, salads and desserts.

You’ll be spoilt for choice.

Open 7.30am-9pm Mon-Fri, 8am-9pm Sat & Sun. 1 The Strand, Corner Of Lake Road, Takapuna 09 489 3677

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ZOMER

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: APRIL Supporting the Sunwolves Super Rugby Team every Friday lunch.

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

THYME RESTAURANT

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: APRIL Come and check out the new summer menu at Zomer! Using the best seasonal produce we have created a menu full of your favourites plus some new additions that will keep you coming back for more! Zomer, where passion meets food.

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

ABOUT US: Located on the first floor of The Spencer on Byron Hotel, we’ve been a Takapuna favourite, delighting taste buds for more than 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 tantalise 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: APRIL Don’t miss our next special event on Saturday 14 April. This time we’re focusing on Venison and we’ll have a fabulous 6 course dinner with wines matched to each course. It’s a night not to be missed and these nights are very popular so it’s best to book early!

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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ABOUT US: Bedford Soda & Liquor is a New York inspired neighbourhood bar.

We specialise in cocktails and have range of craft beers on tap. We have a happy hour every day from 4pm to 7pm with a glass of wine or beer for $7 and jugs of beer for $20. On Thursdays we also do $10 cocktails all night.

THE DRINKS: One of the most popular drinks off our new drinks list is the Capital: vanilla vodka, marshmallow, strawberry shrub and lemon served with a toasted marshmallow, popping candy and strawberry powder top; it is delicious.

Plenty more drinks to try from our new drinks list, just ask your server next time you visit us.

Open from 4pm Tuesday to Thursday, 12pm Friday to Sunday. Closed Mondays.

21 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 486 2794 takapuna@bedfordsodaliquor.co.nz FB: BedfordSodaLiquor Insty: bedfordballers

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FLORRIE M CGREAL'S ABOUT US: Florrie McGreal’s Irish Pub is arguably the best little neighbourhood bar on the Shore, located in the heart of Takapuna’s Hurstmere entertainment precinct.

This is a ‘local’s’ local, which embraces out-of-towners and even those from the “other side”.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Irish Music Session Tuesdays & Sundays.

Karaoke every Wednesday.

Eat, drink and be Irish.

Enjoy the Craic 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6581 Open Every Mon-Sun 11am-1am Like our Facebook Page to receive our latest deals for you www.facebook.com/FlorrieMcGreals

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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: APRIL Extend your summer with Mexico's new menu! Try the 5 new Frida's Margarita flavours, best enjoyed outside in Takapuna's sunny courtyard.

Open Mon to Sun 12pm - late.

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

MASTER AND APPRENTICE

ABOUT US: Our menu reflects our love of Filipino cuisine – inspired by historical flavours of the Philippines, showcasing fresh New Zealand ingredients. We create a fun and relaxed environment to match our menu, with a humble wine list by Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier.

THE FOOD: The Filipino-inspired menu can be shared for families, or you can have the chef’s recommendation to experience more flavours in one visit. From Wagyu grilled Inasal, to tamarind roast chicken, Hawkes Bay lamb adobo and Filipino-inspired dessert, it is sure to be a unique experience.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Experience the April Freedom Restaurant Month where Nanam showcases its good food philosophy involving art, nature, food and wine.

178 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09-488 9976 nanamrepublic@gmail.com Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-2:30pm and 5-10pm Bookings online www.nanamrepublic.co.nz

TAYLORS ON HURSTMERE ABOUT US: Taylors, Takapuna's best little wine bar!

Almost 10 months old now! Mouthwatering bites plus just the right drop to wash away the day and warm into the night. Located close to Bruce Mason Centre and 2 mins walk from Takapuna Beach.

THE FOOD: Sharing plates, wine and craft beers.

An inspired menu of fresh and local produce to excite the taste buds. ​A variety of bites to try that will keep you coming back for more. Try our famous Kumara & Blue Cheese Arancinci, Snapper Sliders or Lamb & Mint Meatballs!

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Double happy hours! From 3pm-5pm and 9pm-11pm $7 house wine and beer* subject to conditions Off to the shows at the Bruce Mason? Pop into Taylors for pre- and postshow deals!

Open 3pm till late Tuesday to Sunday Taylor’s on Hurstmere, 168 Hurstmere Road, 09 489 9510 www.taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz

WHAT'S NEW: MASTER AND APPRENTICE – ONE YEAR UNDER THE BELT. As a recognition to our patrons over the first year, for the month of April, for readers of the Channel magazine, when next visiting M&A mention that you read this advertisement in Channel, and you will receive 25% off your first wine or beer, providing of course, you are over the age of 18 years.

DEAN TE PAA – ON HIS GUITAR: Dean continues to draw larger crowds week by week. Swooner, crooner, call him what you like, Deano will have even the most stolid toe-tapping and singing along to the good ol’ favourites every Friday night 7pm – 10pm BREAKFAST / BRUNCH: Our new breakfast/brunch menu has been up and running for just over a month, and we reckon it is as good if not better than any other eateries in the catchment. “Oh Lord It’s Hard to Be Humble”, but we are receiving so much positive feed-back from our brunch offering we believe we should be yelling it from the roof tops and telling as many people as we can. Make a change from the normal routine and try us out. Breakfast / brunch. 11am – 3pm Saturday; 9am – 3pm, Sunday .

136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Open Monday Saturday 12-late Sunday (Brunch) 10-Late Follow our Facebook and Instagram page to receive our latest deals for you

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FRENCH RENDEZ-VOUS

FRANC'S

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

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

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS MONTH

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

Our new menu starts on Wednesday 11th April. We keep a lot of our favourites but introduce some delicious new dishes as well as settle your “comfort food” desires.

NEED TO KNOW: APRIL Large selection of French wine including nice, fresh Rosé.

Watch us on Facebook and look out for some of our “NEW MENU” specials that will be advertised during autumn. A great way to get in and get some amazing dining deals whilst the weather starts to turn.

French Rendez-vous cafe/ restaurant, 2a Manurere Avenue, Takapuna 09 487 0009 Frenchrendezvous.booking@gmail.com www.facebook.com/frenchrendezvoustakapuna/

Join us in April and catch the sun in the new garden bar area. With the beautiful new planting and mood lighting it will be perfect on those autumn nights. You can enjoy some of the new menu items at the same time. That’s right, Franc’s fans!!

We look forward to seeing you and serving you soon!!

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

POKÉ POKÉ 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: APRIL All Channel magazine readers will receive complementary miso soup with their Poké bowl. Just mention Channel magazine at the checkout!

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

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: APRIL 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 We are now open for dinner 7 days from 5pm Sunday open from 11:00 Takapuna Ramen Shop 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz

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ELEPHANT WRESTLER Having closed for two weeks recently we are so pleased to have reopened on March 7th and be presenting the new look Elephant Wrestler. Out with the old and in with the new includes an exciting new menu and the inclusion of specialty menus for both gluten free and vegan / vegetarian diners.

We have an amazing new set of dinner specials which you can find more detail on at www.elephantwrestler.co.nz but the clear favourite at the moment is Wednesday night’s All You Can Eat Ribs for $25.50.

Monday – Thursday you can also join us between 4.30pm and 6.30pm and enjoy our new Happy Hour. Gather your friends, colleagues or clients and you can enjoy all small plate options on our Bar Snacks menu for $12 or less and when it comes to a drink there is $2 OFF all pints of tap beer and regular glasses of Straw Island wines!!

Even with all these exciting changes we keep our regular popular entertainment schedule in place with Quiz Night on Tuesday, Live Music on Thursday & Friday, DJ on Saturday nights but we also have an exciting new Event: Painting class with CORK & CANVAS fortnightly on a Wednesday from April 4th. A great new social outing with your friends and/ or colleagues.

Open Mon - Sun 11am - Late.

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

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ILOVETAKAPUNA: NEWS

Talking Takapuna As we welcome in April, the end of daylight saving and the real beginning of autumn, we are still not letting go of our togs and jandals. We have one hand holding a hot beverage for those cool days and in the other hand a scoop of ice cream in front of the beach. But no matter what the weather is doing, Takapuna has plenty in store for you even during the colder months, so keep up to date with What’s Hot in town by following us on social media @ilovetakapuna and signing up for our newsletters from our website www.ilovetakapuna.co.nz We were utterly spoiled last month with events and shows coming to Takapuna. We had our I Love Takapuna Easter Carnival on 24 March. Kids and kids-at-heart joined the Easter Egg Hunt all over town and enjoyed chocolates and lollies after completing the hunt, as well as the festivities and free entertainment at Hurstmere Green.

The Auckland Arts Festival also came to Takapuna bringing fire, prehistoric marine life and circus performances with The Drums of Fire, Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium and Junk. The Bruce Mason Centre continues to bring amazing shows to town with Mamma Mia! The Musical running until 14 April, and its Comedy All Star Showcase featuring six world-class international comedians kicking off the 2018 New Zealand International Comedy Festival on 28 April. A perfect opportunity to get a taste of things to come as the Bruce Mason Centre Comedy Club returns for the duration of the festival.

For the kids, catch the irresistible Pippi Longstocking in her topsy-turvy world of fun and hijinks at The PumpHouse from 7-28 April.

Giant owls and cute owlettes continue to invade Takapuna as The Big Hoot continues this month. Don’t forget to complete the

Upcoming Events:

Every Tuesday: Open Mic Night – Takapuna Bar

Every Wednesday: Meditation & Mindfulness Class – Mary Thomas Centre Until 3 June: Water’s Edge (Digital Art) – Bruce Mason Centre Until April 14: Mamma Mia! The Musical - Bruce Mason Centre 3 & 10 April: North Shore Youth Art Group – PHAB Youth Space 5 April: What is Apple iCloud and what can I do with it? – Takapuna Library 6 April: Creative Talk with Claire Ahuriri-Dunning & James Dunning – The PumpHouse Theatre 6 April: Getting Smart with your Smartphone (Android Phones) – Takapuna Library 7-28 April: Pippi Longstocking – The PumpHouse Theatre 8 April: Shore to Shore Fun Run – Takapuna Beach 9 April: Online Safety & Security Series – Takapuna Library 19-28 April: The Iliad – The PumpHouse Theatre 28 April: Comedy Allstars Showcase, one night only – Bruce Mason Centre 29 April: The Music of Leonard Cohen – The PumpHouse Theatre 29 April: Drop-in Bike Skills & Maintenance – Takapuna Primary School

Auckland-wide art trail and find all the owls hiding starting with the Takapuna owls that you can find at Hurstmere Green, Shore City, and Smales Farm.

We want to congratulate all the graduating students as the Massey University parade returns to the streets of Takapuna this month. We wish you good luck in whatever paths you take and a big whoop for all the exciting opportunities coming your way!

We also welcome new businesses that joined our Takapuna family: Holy Shot, VAPO, Nam Nam, Mecca Cosmetica and Johnny Wrays Coffee. We also invite everyone to check out Hospice North Shore’s new location in Takapuna at 507 Lake Road.

Even as it gets colder, we’re not letting up the excitement at Takapuna. Follow us @ILoveTakapuna on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to keep updated. If you want to share your photos, videos, and content to us, simply tag us or use #ilovetakapuna.

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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Takapuna Business Profiles Michael Hu, ikoi Spa

ikoi Spa general manager Michael Hu enjoys spas and massage, but after experiencing all the higher-end spas in Auckland, he found nowhere he could truly relax. “That's why I designed and built ikoi Spa.” Channel Magazine: What’s the most exciting thing happening in your industry right now?

Michael Hu: There seems to be a wider range of people rewarding themselves with quality time out at a day spa – maybe because of their extremely busy lifestyles but also with the growing awareness around health and wellness: that health is one’s biggest wealth. With mobile communications, people are always available, always “on”.

It is important to “turn off” every so often. ikoi Spa was designed for this very purpose.

CM: Tell us about ikoi Spa’s support for the TBBA MH: ikoi Spa wishes to contribute to TBBA’s objective of promoting Takapuna as an ideal “destination” – be that for a day trip, or a short or maybe even longer stay. Being part of TBBA has boosted awareness of ikoi Spa and we have found the other TBBA sponsors to be very receptive in working together. We are excited as we have started to receive client referrals from inner-city hotels, which are recommending their guests travel over the bridge to experience ikoi Spa. I am sure they will spend more time and money in Takapuna

Candice Murphy, Simpson Western

while they are here! Collectively with TBBA, I am sure Takapuna will continue to be a desirable destination - there’s something here for everyone to enjoy!

CM: What do you personally enjoy most about being based in Takapuna?

MH: Takapuna beach itself and the outlook to me is one of the key drawcards. I love going for a walk or having a coffee on the beach. But it’s more about the people. People are very friendly. My staff and I feel welcome here – it feels like we are making an active Michael Hu, General contribution to reducing the stress in Manager, ikoi Spa. people’s lives. What pleases us the most is seeing our clients so happy and relaxed when they leave – there’s no better feeling than when we receive thank you emails from our clients. This to me is what it is all about.

CM: What’s your favourite thing to do in Takapuna?

MH: Personally, I love to have breakfast at the likes of Takapuna Beach Cafe or Zomer Cafe and watch the sunrise. This is the best start to any day. I also enjoy taking my staff out for dinner after work to celebrate good results – there are so many great restaurants to choose from. support by sharing developments and areas of interest in the law with TBBA members through the TBBA newsletters.

CMag: What do you personally enjoy most about working in Takapuna?

Candice Murphy has been with Simpson Western for nearly 16 CM: Takapuna is so vibrant, with years, starting as a graduate in 2002. She has been a Partner hospitality and retail, all on the doorstep for the last seven years and heads Simpson Western’s busy of an incredible beach. Simpson Western Employment/Health and Safety and Relationship Property teams. has opened amazing new premises in the Takapuna Finance Centre on Hurstmere Channel Magazine: What’s the most exciting thing happening in Road so we are right among the vibrancy, your industry right now? and a stone's throw from the beach. Our Candice Murphy: Any change in government brings changes lawyers Candice Murphy, offices have been designed to ensure that need to keep abreast of. This election has been no different with the Partner at Simpson all our staff enjoy the most sought-after new government releasing its Employment Relations Amendment Bill as Western. part of its first 100-day initiatives. This will bring considerable changes space facing the beach and we’re really proud of that. There are not many places in the world where you can to employees’ rights, the role of unions and collective agreements. watch dolphins playing from your office desk.

We have been keeping our clients updated of these changes. Another exciting activity in my area of law is the Law Commission’s review of the CMag: What’s your favourite thing to do in Takapuna?

Property (Relationships) Act 1976. The New Zealand Law Society has CM: I love the restaurants and cafes, the retail shopping with just made written submissions to the Law Commission which we are the numerous boutiques as well as some really big brands now summarising and will inform our clients of. part of the Takapuna beach scene. I also love getting out at lunch time and walking the beach. I’m shortly taking part in the CMag: Tell us about Simpson Western’s support for the TBBA. CM: Simpson Western has sponsored the TBBA for eight years now. We Great Wall Pink Ribbon Trek to raise money for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation (see https://takeaction.org.nz/page/ see the TBBA as serving the interests of our local business community candicemurphyandvivianblakespage) so I’m walking the beach and and as being an advocate for change. It helps make sure Takapuna the Takapuna-Milford walk as much as I can. With my five year old businesses feel a sense of community and support for one another. son I am a frequent visitor to the Takapuna playground and the ice One of our partners, Robert Clark, has been on the TBBA Board for cream outlets dotted around the place, and I also try to get to a nearly nine years. We have hosted TBBA events, and in addition to number of the Bruce Mason Centre productions. our sponsorship and commitment at Board level, we provide ongoing

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As our 'Travel Lovers' profiled in the following pages testify, travel enriches and inspires, allows us to explore, stretch the boundaries of our physical and cultural comforts zones, or to simply relax and enjoy family time away from the daily stresses.

Travel doesn’t have to be international to be enriching or challenging. Nor is it the preserve of only the older or affluent. One of our profilers, Brando Yelavich, circumnavigated New Zealand on foot as a 19-year-old; the story of that adventure is now two books (one for adults and another for kids) plus another on his solo adventure around Stewart Island. Brando has also established a website and an outreach programme called Curious Explorers to encourage kids to “be curious, get outdoors, explore, and respect nature”.

Not all of us are so inspired by our travels to put pen to paper or fingers to keyboards – let alone consider getting out and visiting schools to talk to students about the possibilities, but here on the Shore there’s no excuse for not having plenty of inspiration to journey wherever we wish: we highlight companies that offer anything from Antarctic cruises to walking or cycling tours; who’ll save you time involved in your own online internet searches and have ready access to the best fares, hotel and locations to visit at your chosen destination; and who are able to provide advice based on their own experience of travelling to these destinations.

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Fine wine and food, intimate service, unique destinations, all-inclusive pricing and much more…

Food – Each cruise line offers its own unique take on the meals prepared on board, which vary from old classics to a more modern uptake on a fine dining experience. Regardless of the meal, the ingredients are fresh, local and have been put together by award winning chefs.

The old classics will always include meals like a cured Scotch fillet or fresh lobster, cooked to perfection. Looking at some of the specialty dining options on board, Silversea has the Le Champagne, which is the only Relais & Chateaux restaurant at sea. It has a risotto containing one of the world’s most expensive ingredients – gold leaf. If you are interested in experiencing more of the local cuisine, then a smaller ship may be better suited as they will often have market tours included ie. Viking River offers shore excursions with the Head Chef to local markets throughout the voyage and the chance to help select fresh ingredients to take back to the ship.

Wine - If you love food and wine then a luxury cruise ship is a great way to travel. There are several shore excursions offered by the high-end cruise lines which include trips to vineyards. Often there are entire itineraries dedicated to fine wine. Bordeaux is a fantastic example of a destination that has voyages dedicated to the region and offers several Châteaux experiences for their guests on board, with free wine tasting in cellar doors and tours behind the scenes.

The Mediterranean, as an ocean cruise destination compared to a river cruise destination, provides a variety of excursions to nearby vineyards. Ponant has an exclusive deal with Veuve Clicquot Champagne, and Celebrity Cruises prides themselves on the number of sommeliers on board, their dedicated wine bar, as well as their vast collection of wine on board.

Service - There is one comment that all luxury cruisers say when they get back home and that is about how fantastic the service on board was for them. Luxury cruises will quite often have a fantastic staff to passenger ratio on board with some of the smaller ships having almost as many staff members on board as there are passengers. Some ratios include: Ponant, Le Lyrial 244 guests to 139 staff. Regent Seven Seas, Navigator 490 guests to 345 staff. Silversea, Explorer 132 guest to 117 staff. Crystal Symphony 848 guests to 566 staff and Viking Ocean, Viking Star 930 guests to 602 staff.

Highlights of some of the luxury cruise lines: Regent Seven Seas promises an extraordinary all-inclusive experience – free unlimited shore excursions, unlimited beverages including fine wines and premium spirits, free specialty restaurants, prepaid gratuities and free WiFi throughout the ship.

Crystal, from ocean to river, to small yacht expeditions with only 62 passengers. Crystal promises extraordinary culinary experiences, service and enrichment activities plus all of these

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Silversea’s all-inclusive fares offer a value that exemplifies small ship travel at its most divine – family owned and operated – their latest ship the Silver Muse will be down in Australia and New Zealand at the end of the year, this ship will raise the bar in ultraluxury cruising and with 8 cruise itineraries starting or finishing in Australia we have some wonderful options close to home. Just 596 guests and a butler for every suite, her small size will mean she can get into secluded harbours that larger ships just can’t.

Silversea were the pioneers of expedition cruising in the luxury space and have some wonderful expedition cruises to remote places in the world.

Seabourn - The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed, elegant, yet casual, sumptuous, yet understated. A fleet of five graceful intimate ships carry between 208 and 604 guests each, exclusively in ocean-view suites – many with verandas. Open bar throughout the ships and all specialty dining is complimentary.

You can read more about the various cruise lines and also search for your perfect cruise by cruise line, destination, date and more on our website www.quaycruise.co.nz or call one of our cruise experts.

Want to learn more? Check out our 'Luxury Cruise Evening', info on page 40 on Wednesday 16th May 6:30-8:30pm register your interest now.

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Travel Lovers Brando paddling at Tasman Glacier.

Liz Rawlings in Paris.

Liz Rawlings, Devonport Where was your most recent trip and what was the highlight?

Liz Rawlings: We went to Europe last July.

Going to Paris for the first time in 20 years (see photo near the Louvre).

Lizzie feeding the birds in the Whitsundays

Lizzie Simanke, Takapuna Where was your most recent trip and what was the highlight?

Lizzie Simanke: Hawaii. It's simply the best place for relaxing and surfing in the sunshine.

What was your best trip ever?

LS: Italy and France - following the Tour De France and the Peloton cycling.

Your worst?

LS: I have not yet had a bad experience in travel!!

Best meal outside New Zealand?

LS: Definitely schnitzel in Salzburg, Austria.

Next trip planned is to….

LS: The Gold Coast for a work conference.

Where is your dream destination and who would you take?

LS: It would have to be Greece with my husband Dene.

Sum up in five words or less why you like to travel LS: Relax, spend time with family.

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What was your best trip ever?

LR: Probably the first time I went to London in 1991 - arriving in a major world city, with a sense of the future opening up. Life in Europe, after 30 years in NZ, was pretty exciting.

Your worst?

LR: Unfortunately my one and only trip to San Francisco - for a conference. United Airlines on the way back to London was pretty awful - I felt ill and it was turbulent most of the way and I was far back in a crowded plane - put me off flying for the rest of my life!

Best meal outside New Zealand?

LR: A friend took me to the Sugar Club, in Notting Hill Gate London, when Peter Gordon ran it in the early 1990s.

Where is your dream destination and who would you take?

LR: Antarctica (my husband) Sum up in five words or less why you like to travel.

LR: Sensory wonderment.

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Brando Yelavich, Greenhithe Where was your most recent trip?

Brando Yelavich: Nepal. I went on an aid expedition that I’d organised to take supplies to a remote village called Pangbuche in the Himalayas. The highlight was giving out toys to the children there; their reactions were really something else. I’ll never forget it.

What was your best trip ever?

BY: I would say the original trip I did around New Zealand when I was 19. I circumnavigated the country solo on foot and that had never been done before.

And worst?

BY: A trip to Stewart Island by myself for 19 days. It made me realise I didn’t like being on my own, cut off from people and animals for so long. It was tough!

Best meal outside New Zealand?

BY: Momos - a Himalayan dumpling that is served with soy sauce and a little Himalayan Pepper - it's so strong that it can turn your face numb and stop your breathing if you have too much!

Next trip planned is to…

BY: Greenland. In May, I set off as one of four ‘Inspiring Explorers’ to walk across Greenland. It will be a 35-day crossing of the second largest ice cap in the world, with the Antarctic Heritage Trust.

Sum up why you like to travel...

BY: Curiosity.

Mehran and his wife Geraldine in Venice

Mehran Zareian, Browns Bay Adrienne in the Douro Valley, Portugal.

Adrienne Reid, Hauraki Where was your most recent trip and what was the highlight?

Adrienne Reid: We spent nine weeks travelling around Europe last September and October. There were lots of highlights but walking Porto and the Douro Valley in Portugal and seeing the Netherlands by bike and barge are two unreal and highly recommended experiences!

What was your best trip ever?

AR: I cannot single out just one best! Biking and boating in Europe, walking in Portugal, staying in a trullo in Alberobello in the heel of Italy, and a slow boat of ten sailing from Darwin through Timor, Komodo, Sabu and Sumba to Bali spring to mind.

Your worst?

AR: I’ve never had a holiday I didn’t enjoy.

Best meal outside New Zealand?

AR: Bouley in TriBeCa in New York City 20 years ago still remains a stand out.

Although Sushi Samba 39 floors up in central London last year was out of this world. And eating a curry cooked by a Maharaja’s chef on the rooftop of a haveli overlooking Lake Pichola in Udaipur at sunset where they shot scenes for The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel still takes my breath away.

Next trip planned is to….

AR: Vietnam and Cambodia.

Where is your dream destination and who would you take?

AR: So many dream destinations, but one is Dali’s house at Port Lligat, Cadaques, Spain, and I’d take my husband.

Sum up in five words or less why you like to travel.

AR: Travel punctuates life!

Where was your most recent trip and what was the highlight?

Mehran Zareian: Venice, Prague and Vienna.

The highlight, as always is sitting in St. Marks Square at night listening to bands playing and also attending a Vivaldi Chamber music concert at a 14th century chapel in Venice.

What was your best trip ever?

MZ: Believe it or not - it was a 10 day coach tour of Italy! It really provided an introduction to places that we would return to, together with a lot of history, translation and queue jumping.

Your worst?

MZ: Emirates lost the whole family's luggage on the way back to the UK to visit family for Christmas. We were dressed in shorts and T-shirts, picking up the hire car in the snow.

The looks we got when we had to walk into the nearest large supermarket in jandals to buy clothes!

Best meal outside New Zealand?

MZ: A Michelin star restaurant in Vienna at the Imperial Hotel. They provided a 5-course meal that started with bread and an edible candle made of butter that melted into a holder with rock salt and herbs. Liquid nitrogen frozen purees were great with meals and also chocolate dessert that collapsed on touch.

Next trip planned is to….

MZ: The wedding of a dear friend we have known for over 30 years on a large estate near Aberdeen in Scotland. A 5-day event, as there is so much to fit in, including salmon fishing and clay pigeon shooting!

Where is your dream destination and who would you take?

MZ: For sentimental reasons - we have always wanted to take the whole family to the Plaza hotel in New York for Christmas and New Year. Watching Home Alone when the kids were young!

Paul and Rosie in India.

Paul & Rosie Chafer, Milford Where was your most recent trip and what was the highlight?

Paul Chafer: In August & September last year we went to Northern Europe for five weeks. We toured in Norway, then a small ship cruise in the Baltic, including St. Petersburg (this was the highlight), followed by two weeks in the UK. What was your best trip ever?

PC: India in 2016. Visiting Indian friends in Mumbai and family in Goa, followed by a private tour to Amritsar, The Sikh Golden Temple, Shimla, Delhi, Taj Mahal and Rajasthan. The journey was so interesting and at times very spiritual.

Your worst?

PC: We have never had a bad trip, some journeys have been better than others but all our travels have been a great experience. (Oh, Manchester Airport on a cold wet day can be quite challenging though!)

Best meal outside New Zealand?

PC: When staying with wife’s brother; he is an excellent cook and grows all his own produce.

Next trip planned is to….

PC: Travelling to Nepal and Bhutan this month. We have arranged a private tour, including some comfort level hiking. (My brother-in-law and his wife from the UK will meet us in Kathmandu.)

Where is your dream destination and who would you take?

PC: Alaska; we have planned to go next year – and travel with my wife of course!

Sum up in five words or less why you like to travel.

PC: We’re curious by nature!

Sum up in five words or less why you like to travel.

MZ: It's My "Why".

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SHORE PEOPLE OFFSHORE CELINE & SAMANTHA TONER

Mo Ghra in a televised performance in China.

Samantha and Celine Toner.

Mother & daughter's opera lives overseas Celine and Samantha Toner have struck gold with singing success in China. The mother and daughter duo from Milford perform as Mo Ghra, with haunting and powerful Celtic-style vocals, which have struck a strong chord in Asia. The pair rarely perform here in New Zealand but are enjoying huge success in mainland China. They took some time out from their performance schedule to chat to Channel about their experiences over there...

Channel Magazine: When did you start to visit China?

Celine Toner: 2011. I was invited to perform at a Military Tattoo in Nanchang (inland China) along with a military band. Hmmmm not an everyday request. However, after a couple of emails to the nation's boss, The Royal NZ Air Force Band accepted the invitation to join

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me. Samantha also attended as back up singer. It was there that we decided to form our duo 'Mo Ghra'.

CM: What is your Shore story?

CT: I immigrated to New Zealand from Scotland in 1974 as a young girl, met and married Barry Green in Napier and together moved to the Shore in 2001. Samantha travelled across the bridge to attend the prestigious music college, St Mary's College (where Sister Mary Leo trained Dame Kiri Te Kanawa). Samantha took up singing early on and went on to win the Sister Mary Leo singing cup in her final year of college. During Samantha's school years, I worked part time at The Albany Family Medical Centre on reception and had performances and world trips during ‘leave’ time.

CM: Please share with our readers some of your experiences of performing over in China.

CT: Everything the Chinese do is on a super scale and very grand!

We are always in awe of the events they produce. The crowds are very receptive, super warm and friendly!

CM: Is there anything specific that you do in order to gear up for a performance?

CT: We have a set of vocal warm ups that 'get us in the zone' and we are fans of having a wee nip of 'Stone's Green Ginger Wine' to lubricate our vocal chords, haha!

CM: What are your travel must-haves?

CT: Hand sanitiser and toilet paper when in parts of rural China!

Once out of the hotel, soap and loo paper seem to be a non event..!

But also lip balm, sunscreen and our iPhones to capture every thrilling moment!

CM: Can you tell us the best food you’ve tried there?

CT: We love the dumplings - and the accompanying sauces! Lovely spices, used in their cooking – not hot spicy, just super tasty.

CM: Your favourite app to use overseas?

CT: WeChat so that we can connect with our friends and colleagues in China.

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CM: In what ways is China similar to the Shore?

CT: We don’t think there are any similarities whatsoever. We love China for all of the sights, fast-paced hustle and friendly people but when we arrive in New Zealand and drive over the Harbour Bridge, we always say 'there really is no place like home!' We are proud Kiwis and thoroughly appreciate our gorgeous country!

CM: If I could have one thing from the Shore with me, it would be...

CT: One of our gorgeous cafés! The Shore has the best café culture in the world. We are so lucky!

Travel-inspired Cuisine

Travel inspires new lifestyles and, often, new ways of eating. For travellers, a memorable meal can be a highlights of a trip overseas, and often provides the inspiration to recreate the dish once back home. As well as bringing back recipes from places we've visited, increasing numbers are lining up to join cooking and foodie tours, with popular countries for cuisine inspiration currently being Vietnam, France, Italy, Spain, Morocco, and Mexico.

Our love of travel has doubtless contributed to our familiarity with the once-exotic; families dine out at Indian, Italian, Korean, Japanese, and other Asian restaurants regularly here on the Shore.

We also return from trips hunting our new ingredients, and more often than not there are other travellers who are a trip or two (or three) ahead of us, and have been inspired to import goods not available here when they were hunting them down.

Here at Channel Magazine we know of trips to Peru that have inspired not only purchases of pisco, but dinner parties featuring full-blown Peruvian cuisine (without the cuy); Japanese feasts complete with tempura, sushi, sashimi and sukiyaki; or variations on ceviche, kokoda or ika mata (depending on where you've just been). A visit to Greece prompted a quest to make the perfect spanokopita and traditional Greek salad; a walking holiday in northern Spain led to a love affair with pulpo and numerous unsuccessful attempts to replicate the dish at home. Even local travel opens the mind to the possibilities beyond our Shore: sumptuous (and enormous) whitebait fritters in Westport have been known to trigger a hunt for â&#x20AC;&#x153;realâ&#x20AC;? whitebait, and the perfect recipe.

The Devonport Village Cookbook features many recipes from around the world. Here we share one from the book, provided by Linda Simmons of Stanley Point. Linda gained food inspiration through travel, during her days in global marketing.

Linda's Lamb Korma Ingredients

2kg lamb shoulder, diced 3 onions, chopped 2 tbsp ginger 4 cloves garlic, crushed salt & pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 4 bay leaves 10 cardamom pods 4 cloves 3 cinnamon sticks

8 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped 1 tbsp ground coriander 2 tbsp ground cumin 8 tbsp sultanas 3 tbsp unsalted cashews 500ml Greek yoghurt 6 tbsp rice oil 125ml sour cream coriander to garnish

Method 1. Place yoghurt in a bowl and beat until smooth. Add salt and black pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, fresh coriander, cayenne pepper and mix well. Set aside.

2. Fry the cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, cloves and cardamom pods in a non-stick frying pan, then brown all lamb pieces in batches until browned.

3. Remove the lamb and fry onion in the same pan. When soft, add garlic and ginger and fry for 2 minutes.

4. Return the lamb to the pan along with the yoghurt mixture, sultanas and cashew nuts. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

5. Cover the pan and simmer gently for 1 hour, or until teh meat is tender. Uncover the pan and cook over a high heat, stirring until the sauce thickens.

6. Stir in sour cream and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

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KITCHENS BY DESIGN, TAKAPUNA

Max, Teja and Andrew Crean in their new kitchen.

Working with a Kitchen Designer Kitchens By Design designed and created a modern, spacious and functional kitchen for a busy family of six, here in Takapuna. We chatted with them about their experience of working with this team of award-winning kitchen designers.

Could you tell me a little about your family, and also about your home – in particular the existing kitchen?

We are Robyn and Andrew Crean, and between us we have a little girl, Teja, and Andrew’s three teenage boys. We’ve been living in this house just on five years. We love to cook and entertain, and with four kids coming and going, the kitchen is always busy.

The existing kitchen was around 15 years old. It wasn’t a particularly high quality kitchen and definitely needed upgrading to match the rest of the house. We put in the new kitchen as part of a bigger renovation of our living area, where we turned two rooms into one and opened it up to the deck area.

How did you come across Kitchens By Design, and why did you choose them to design your new kitchen?

Funnily enough, we first came across Kitchens By Design after reading an article in Channel Magazine, so we went along to their showroom in Byron Ave to have a look. We really liked the modern kitchen they had on display, and it all went from there.

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the different choices of materials and colour swatches that were available. That really helped.

What was your brief, and how did it evolve?

We’d had about five tries at finding someone to design our new kitchen, but none of them appealed. We didn’t want a standard kitchen and were quite fussy about what we were looking for. The kitchen had to have character, to match the style of our house, and it also had to have some design elements to make it stand out, but be not too pretentious. It wasn’t until we’d met Marianne Gailer, one of the designers at Kitchens By Design, that it all began to feel right.

Because we had been looking for a while, we had a good idea about some of the features and products we wanted incorporated into the design. We wanted Dekton for the benchtops, as we’d seen it before and liked it, and we also wanted to have wood somewhere.

Miele appliances were also on our list – particularly the steam oven and induction cook top, because they’re much easier to clean and to use. Finally, we wanted a water tap on the island that delivered filtered, chilled water, both sparkling and still – mainly for the kids.

How did the designer translate your brief – and was it what you expected?

We’d had other plans from other companies in the past and thought that’s exactly what we didn’t want, but from the first time we saw

Marianne’s plans, we thought, yes, she’s nailed it. From there, it was a matter of working through the finer details.

Apart from us choosing the marble for the splashback and requesting some wood, Marianne came up with all the rest of the design. We also ran with Marianne’s recommendation for the colour of the kitchen cabinetry, and we absolutely love it.

Marianne incorporated our request for wood in the L-shaped breakfast bar concept, and that has worked really well. Now we can all eat up here as a family, which is great. And because it’s a bar, people naturally sit there – it’s a natural destination when people come to visit, just like walking into a normal bar. It really has turned the kitchen into the hub of our home.

We’d had other plans from other companies in the past and thought that’s exactly what we didn’t want, but from the first time we saw Marianne’s plans, we thought, yes, she’s nailed it.

What are some of the most enjoyable moments of the process?

When we rocked up to the factory and saw it all coming together for the first time – that was a highlight for me (Andrew). And of course being able to get in and use it for the first time, that was pretty special (Robyn). Getting to choose the added extras and seeing all the little design elements for the first time was fun, too.

What’s your favourite part(s) of your new kitchen?

The toe-kick drawers for storing big platters – our friends love those - the electric bin, and the soft-close components are all awesome, but we must say, we love the colours. The marble splashback and timber bar are both features we love. For the kids, the water tap is the best thing. Harry, who’s at uni in Otago, loves the space. When he comes back he’s always in the kitchen, usually eating (laughs).

What would be your advice to anyone who’s thinking of having a new kitchen designed?

Don’t rush into it. Do your research and your homework on what you actually want and need in your new kitchen, then tell your designer and let them come back to you with a design. Also, don’t regret spending that little bit extra on some of the special design features and appliances – over a lifetime of enjoyment, it’s a good investment.

How did you find the experience of working with Kitchens

By Design?

Putting in a kitchen can be stressful, but because Marianne and Richard (Cripps) have got so much experience and have gone through the process so many times before, they made it easy for us. They knew what to expect and when to expect it, so the whole process was very smooth. They worked well as a team, too, with Marianne on the design side and Richard overseeing the installation and resolving any issues along the way. When you’re spending a bit of money on a kitchen, you expect that kind of service, and they delivered.

In our mind, it’s not an over-the-top kitchen. It’s quite understated, but it’s got some really nice design features, it’s very practical and has lots of space around the island, which is exactly what we wanted.

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HEALTH & FITNESS: WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

Health & Hormones Most people begin an exercise regime to lose Claire Bellingham. weight, gain strength and build fitness. But regular exercise can provide a lot more than that.

Exercise positively influences the production and release of hormones. Hormones are one of your body’s main signalling systems. These little messengers are responsible for telling your body what to do. They ferry information about everything from your physiological functions to your behaviour. A small imbalance can impede the way you function and feel, a large imbalance can create havoc with your body and mind.

Your body works best when you keep your circadian rhythm on track, this means going to bed and getting up at regular times. Good sleep habits require a healthy balance of melatonin (the sleep hormone) and cortisol (the stress hormone). Melatonin needs to peak at night for you to wind down and cortisol needs to peak in the morning for you to perk up. Melatonin reduces with age which can make it more difficult to rest. Cortisol increases when you’re under stress, which means it’s harder to get to sleep and to stay asleep. It’s not just the melatonin/ cortisol balance that can disrupt your sleep. Many women suffer interrupted sleep as their oestrogen declines. Exercise can help with sleep beyond just tiring you out; it supports your body’s efforts to regulate sleep-promoting hormones effectively.

A good night of sleep helps you think better and having your hormones in balance makes your brain even more effective.

Exercise stimulates Human Growth Hormone (HGH) which encourages the regeneration of brain cells. HGH reduces with age and this contributes to cognitive decline. But it’s no use being smart and strong if you’re not happy. Exercise stimulates the production of the four happy hormones that impact how you feel – endorphins (the euphoria hormones), serotonin (the security hormones), dopamine (the motivation hormones) and oxytocin (the bonding hormones).

Sleeping well, feeling cognitively sharp and emotionally stable are great things. It’s all even better if you’re in a healthy weight zone as well. Exercise can help you far beyond just burning calories and building lean muscle mass. It helps regulate insulin, the blood sugar hormone. When insulin works effectively it keeps your energy levels stable and encourages your body to burn fat rather than store it. Two other hormones that help with appropriate appetite and fat storage are ghrelin and leptin.

Ghrelin is the ‘start eating’ hormone and leptin is the ‘stop eating hormone’. You really don’t want those two to be muddled up.

The best exercise plan to optimise hormonal health will be a mix of strength, cardio and flexibility. The exact mix and optimal intensity will depend on your general health and lifestyle. If you’re already under a lot of stress then the best exercise may be a lower intensity type to manage cortisol levels. To maximise hormone function it’s also important to focus on your foundation habits of sleep, hydration, nutrition and stress management Your body is designed to move about during the day and sleep soundly at night. Appropriate exercise will optimise hormone function and enable you to be your best possible self physically, mentally and emotionally. When you’re feeling healthy and energised you’re more likely to be organised and motivated to exercise, creating an upward spiral of health and wellbeing.

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NORTH SHORE MP MAGGIE BARRY

Respect for our heroes and our vulnerable

With the leadership change and reshuffle of National's caucus, I took the opportunity to Maggie Barry. ask Simon Bridges for more comprehensive responsibilities around seniors. As spokesperson for dementia, elder abuse and palliative care in the Associate Health role, I’ll now be able to build on the important work I began as the Minister for Seniors. With our rapidly ageing population and growing numbers of seniors being abused, financially and psychologically as well as physically, the challenges facing older New Zealanders requires a more holistic approach around healthy ageing and end of life care.

I also asked to be moved to the Justice Select Committee where I’m now Deputy Chair and my main focus over the coming months will be dealing with the record 34,000 submissions on the ‘End of life choice’ bill sponsored by David Seymour. I don’t support the bill because it has no genuine safeguards to protect the vulnerable, whether they are 18 or 80, from coercion and it would allow very easy access to assisted suicide and euthanasia. I support the position taken by the vast majority of health professionals who are ethically opposed to killing their patients and adamantly against the proposed law change.

They are asking for better resourced, high quality and readily available palliative care wherever and whenever it is needed. I have had a long association with hospice and end of life care issues, which began with the death of my father in the late '90s. A former patron of Mary Potter Hospice and Hospice NZ, I’ve also chaired a working party on the care of people who are dying, for the National Health Committee, advising the minister and I strongly believe the answer is improved palliative care. That is why, after extensive consultation with palliative care and experts in chronic pain relief, I’ve drafted a Member’s bill to give better access to palliative care, which is now in the Ballot and can be read through my Facebook or www.maggiebarry.co.nz.

It’s been a time of change for National as we farewelled friends and colleagues, Bill English, Steven Joyce and Jonathan Coleman, who’ve now retired from political life to pursue other interests. I personally acknowledge their enormous contribution to our country’s prosperity and commend their patriotism and determination for NZ to succeed by building a strong economy that can provide the jobs, health education and housing that we deserve.

I’m now a proud and fully-fledged member of the North Harbour Club and looking forward to giving more support to the great work they do to help the promising young achievers of the North Shore.

The AIMES awards are going from strength to strength under the leadership of President Aidan Bennett and over the past 20 years the club has raised north of $2million to help our rising stars get ahead. I enjoyed the NHC Innovation lunch held at the impressive new shared workspaces in the B:Hive. With all the new developments at Smales farm, ‘Techapuna’ is certainly cementing its place as a hub for technology and innovation in Auckland.

As the former lead Minister for WW100 commemorations, I had the privilege of representing our country and officially opening NZ memorials at the battle sites in Western Europe - Passchendaele, Messines, Arras tunnels and Le Quesnoy where so many of our brave soldiers perished. It is an honour to now be National's spokesperson for Veterans’ and I’ve embarked on a series of meetings to get to know and reacquaint myself with the various groups that represent our returned servicewomen and men. Grant and I are members of our local Devonport RSA - our fathers and grandfathers served in both World Wars - and we will be paying our respects at several ANZAC Day services this month. Even if you can’t make it to the parades, I’d encourage you all to at least pause even for a minute or two on the 25th of April to remember those who gave their tomorrow’s for our today. We will remember them.

Call my Takapuna office on 09 486 0005 or email northshore@parliament.govt.nz.

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SHORE PEOPLE

To Russia and Back Pauline Stansfield was born on the North Shore nearly 80 years ago, and grew up in Birkenhead. Last month at Takapuna Library she celebrated the launch of a memoir that recorded a fateful Minitrek holiday in Russia that she made while living in England in 1969, and that shaped the rest of her life.

Appropriately named Russia Changed My Life, the book was launched at a gala occasion attended by about 80 friends, family and members of the community. Written by Pauline over many years, it details the minivan crash that left her paralysed, the primitive treatment she received in a Russian hospital, and the long rehabilitation when she finally returned to England, as well as some of the political intricacies involved in her repatriation there at the height of the Cold War. Pauline’s lifelong friend, Elaine Blick, was one of the speakers at the launch. She travelled to Russia and provided support to Pauline after she had the accident that left her paralysed, and had long encouraged her to write the book. She adds her voice to the book in an epilogue that outlines how she heard of Pauline’s accident, and the challenges she and Pauline faced in dealing with Russian officialdom and hospital practices.

Pauline’s sister Briar travelled from Wellington for the launch, and her brother Frank Stansfield spoke; before Pauline’s trip he had been on the first international motorcycle trip to Russian, and he visited Pauline in Vyshni Volochek hospital from where he was living in London, as did their 70 year old father, making the journey from New Zealand.

A surprise speaker was Seeby Woodhouse, son of Takapuna Library manager Helen Woodhouse, who recollected his time learning piano as one of Pauline’s students.

Pauline was an accomplished musician, but trained as a nurse in New Zealand before shifting to England and becoming a nursing tutor at Royal Free Hospital in London.

After a long period of recuperation, she retuned to Royal Free Hospital for a year, before returning to New Zealand to a position teaching senior nurses in Auckland. She then moved to Wellington where she spent a decade before returning to Auckland as her father’s health failed. Back in Auckland, she fulfilling her long-held ambition to make a carer of music.

Pauline Stansfield at the Takapuna She began teaching piano Library launch of her memoir. and was also instrumental in establishing the Disabled Persons’ Assembly (DPA) on the North Shore. One of the many projects the DPA undertook while she was secretary was distribution of beach buggies (like a reclining chair on wheels) to all the main beaches on the North Shore.

Pauline also became, and remains, a JP. In her memoir, she looks back on her life and says, “Nothing has been wasted – neither my nursing training or music qualifications; both have provided me with gainful employment. My JP duties bring me into contact with people who need help so I am still able to fulfil a useful role in the community.”

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PARENTING ADVICE WITH LYNLEY FORDE, 2FLOURISH

The latest share from our parenting columist...

The Fabric of Family

Lynley Forde

The first time I met my now husband’s extended family was in a woolshed. In December.

For those of you who haven’t ever been in a woolshed, they have a certain “ambience” – especially in summer. It was the annual sporting fixture between two sides of the extended family; a tradition that had, for a number of years, brought this large family together for a few laughs before Christmas.

My husband and I won the balloon bursting competition – enough said!

Now, in our own family, we have a number of small traditions that are an important part of our family story – the “who we are” and “how we are” part of our family. One of those traditions is starting someone’s birthday with a shared, special breakfast.

This can be tricky to deliver at times – especially if it falls on a school day with early activities, but it has come to represent an important part of how we celebrate each member of the family.

Traditions are important in that they help families develop a sense of connectedness and family identity. Shared stories, activities and events, which are unique to a family, provide a “glue” that helps develop a sense of belonging and enables us to weave our own family fabric - the unique cloth of colours, threads, textures and patterns that represents our family story and provides warmth and protection from life’s stormy weather.

A strong family fabric can provide a “soft place to fall” and a representation of the unique qualities of the wider family.

For children, a strong family fabric helps them to understand themselves and their strengths better. When major change happens in a family or challenges arise, knowing that there is a strong connection to others in the family is a resource that can be used to build resilience.

We can build traditions by looking at what we already have around us; we don’t need to spend large sums of money or arrange elaborate activities. In fact, the small and ordinary moments of family life provide the best opportunity for weaving your family story. As parents, we can think about and share: • Some of the positive stories and events from the past that help create your family story. Children often enjoy hearing about parents' experiences growing up and how on earth they could possibly have survived pre-internet!

• Stories of relatives from past generations – who they were and how they lived.

• Stories of extended family members who might have similar interests or skills to your children.

You can also ask your children to share: • Tell me about your favourite time of the day?

• Tell me about fun activities you like to do as a family?

• Tell me about fun things you like to do outdoors?

Weaving your own family fabric takes time; pause and look around you to the moments in the day, days in the week, weeks in the months and months in the year for those special threads to start to appear.

Lynley Forde, 2Flourish www.2flourish.nz Lynley Forde is a specialist teacher with post graduate qualifications in psychology and education. She is co-founder of 2flourish - a new Shore-based business supporting parents and children in wellbeing and strengths-based parenting.

PACK & SEND: TAKAPUNA

Pack & Send has moved to 77 Barry’s Point Road After four years at Lake Road location Pack & Send has moved to 77B Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna.

Due to the support of the local community Pack & Send has out grown its building. “The Barry’s Point Rd location offers much improved access Jane and Jeremy Bain. with exclusive customer carparks and roller door entrance for larger items,” Jeremy says.

“The building is three times the size allowing us to continue to grow and take on new commercial fulfilment contracts,” says Jane.

Pack & Send is a very popular franchise that will send any item – no matter how fragile, large, awkward or valuable — anywhere in the world.

Its powerful promise is to send “Anything, anywhere - no limits”.

A customer can take any item into Jane and Jeremy and be entirely confident it will be carefully packaged and delivered to any address, anywhere in the country or anywhere around the world.

The team is well qualified to offer a highly professional custompackaging service which includes handling fragile, large, awkward and valuable items. Cover for loss or damage of any consignment can be arranged.

The Takapuna store is a one stop shop for everything packaging and freight. Private and business customers are taking to the Pack & Send concept in droves. From TradeMe buyers and sellers, tourists and backpackers, university students on the move, people moving overseas, small businesses and large corporations. They cover national and international freight, road, sea and air options. They make it hassle-free by offering pickup, packing services and complete all the paperwork for delivery. They can even track to the door and advise of its safe arrival.

“It’s the sheer convenience of being able to bring absolutely anything you like into us and know it will be delivered safe and sound to any address in the world, and quickly,” says Jeremy.

Pack & Send Takapuna stocks a large range of durable boxes and quality packing materials for DIY packing. They can even custom make boxes and packaging for your specific needs. The personal service, professional packaging, world class systems and expertise that Pack & Send Takapuna provides are designed to make your freight experience as simple and smooth as possible. You don’t even need to open an account and they’ll send anything, anywhere plus take care of the hassles.

Pack & Send Takapuna open Mon – Sat, now located at 77 Barry’s Point Rd, Takapuna with exclusive and convenient parking outside. Ph 486-3355 or email takapuna@packsend.co.nz and let them make sending easy.

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TAKAPUNA COMMUNITY NEWS: WITH SARAH THORNE

TALKING INSURANCE WITH PAUL TUFFIN

Striving for Gold The Commonwealth Games has just Paul Tuffin started and what a privilege it is to be able to watch our experienced and up and coming athletes on the world stage.

The training and preparation these athletes have put in over the last few years to hopefully realise a childhood dream is nothing short of remarkable. Every one of these athletes goes to bed at night and dreams of winning a gold medal.

Having been brought up on a squash court and spent time in coaching roles in various countries, I will watch with interest our players in a sport that is currently rated the healthiest sport in the world!

The training and preparation these athletes have put in over the last few years to hopefully realise a childhood dream is nothing short of remarkable.

The Commonwealth Games will unearth more sporting talent from New Zealand, with the opportunity for many to start the launch of their careers on the world stage.

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Sarah Thorne

Takapuna Community News

Last month was extremely busy (not to mention fun!) with Neighbours’ Day events in Castor Bay and Forrest Hill; Charlie’s Play Date; the Primary School Beach Clean Up Day, Summer Fun preschool play, Families in Parks, Milford’s French Market and Takapuna’s Easter Carnival.

We love being out in the community, meeting people and hearing about the things that you are interested in. There are so many wonderful community groups and activities happening that we’ve decided to set up a Facebook Group for the area so that you can be kept up to date with what’s happening and share your own community events as well. If you are keen on joining the group, search “Hauraki, Takapuna, Milford, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay & Sunnynook residents” on Facebook, or type www.facebook.com/groups/TakapunaNorth/ Babysitting workshop for teenagers 16th April, Mary Thomas Centre, Takapuna: Does your child want to offer babysitting? Join us for this comprehensive workshop during the first week of the school holidays. The course is subsidised and costs just $25. To sign up or to find out more, go to www.theparentingplace.com/event/babysitting-training-forteenagers-10/ Intergenerational Dialogue: This annual event takes place on 12th April. Young people from high schools join older people from the area to discuss local issues and try to find solutions for them through intergenerational discussions. We're looking for older people from the community to join us and would also like suggestions of questions that we can pose to the groups. If you are keen on contributing a question or would like to take part, please contact Sarah (details below).

OWN Festival: Our Women’s Network invites women to its festival ‘Celebrating Wonderful Women’ on Saturday 26th May at the Positive Ageing Centre in Takapuna. Tickets are $25 and include a light lunch, entertainment and workshops. To find out more, phone Joan on 4839671 or email info@own.org.nz Free Sustainable Living workshops: if you’re keen to find out more about living a more sustainable lifestyle, join us for one of our free workshops in May and June. Workshops include Composting, Growing Food in Small Spaces, Waste Free Parenting, Making Beeswax food wraps and Love Food Hate Waste. To find out more, visit our website and have a look at the Events and Projects Page.

For more information on any of these events, phone Sarah Thorne on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz Visit www.takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook.com/takapunanorthtrust Sarah Thorne (Takapuna North Community Coordinator – Castor Bay, Milford, Forrest Hill, Sunnynook, Takapuna.)

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OPTOMETRY: WITH MORTIMER HIRST, TAKAPUNA

Glaucoma â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Silent Thief of Sight Glaucoma is a sight-threatening eye condition that affects the optic nerve, the nerve located at the back of the eye that sends the message from the eye to the brain. The mechanisms that cause glaucoma are not completely understood and are still the subject of a vast amount of research but we do know that increased pressure inside the eye leads to glaucoma.

The eye is like a soccer ball/football; pressure is required to keep it the right shape (round) so that the optics (lenses of the eye) can focus images on the retina (the tissue at the back of the eye that detects light). The images produced on the retina are sent to the brain by the optic nerve. (The brain processes the information and produces what we see.) Fluid is constantly produced by the eye and drained away from it, producing the pressure inside the eye (called the intra-ocular pressure (IOP)).

Once the pressure inside the eye gets too high, it starts to kill the nerve fibres that make up the optic nerve. This gradually causes vision loss since the brain is no longer receiving the message from the eye. Vision loss in glaucoma is usually very slow and gradual with the peripheral vision generally lost first, resulting in tunnel vision, followed by loss of the central vision, resulting in complete blindness. Think of it like the wires that make up the cable that gives your television its picture being cut very slowly and gradually and as the wires are cut, parts of the picture are lost until the whole cable is cut and there is no picture at all.

The pressure inside the eye tends to increase as we age, so glaucoma is a disease of increasing age. Glaucoma is very common, affecting about 1 in 10 people over age 60. However, anyone at any age can develop glaucoma. There are several challenges in detecting glaucoma as generally there are no symptoms in the early stages of the condition, and the eyes do not become sore or red. In fact, almost half of your vision would have to be lost before you notice it when you have glaucoma.

Unfortunately, glaucoma is currently detected in only half of the people that actually have it, i.e. the condition is never detected in about half the people that have it.

Detecting glaucoma as early as possible is of immeasurable importance as once vision is lost due to glaucoma, it cannot be recovered.

Glaucoma is thus called the silent thief of sight and is one of the eye diseases of highest importance for the clinical team at Mortimer Hirst to detect and treat, as it is difficult to detect on account if having no symptoms early on. Every patient that consults one of our optometrists undergoes a series of tests to determine whether they have glaucoma or are at risk of developing glaucoma.

Detecting glaucoma as early as possible is of immeasurable importance as once vision is lost due to glaucoma, it cannot be recovered. However, if treatment is initiated early enough vision loss can be prevented and you can continue living life as normal and doing the things you enjoy. The primary treatments for glaucoma are aimed at reducing the pressure inside the eye in an attempt to prevent further vision loss. These pressure lowering treatments include pressure lowering eye drops, usually the first line of treatment, and surgical options, usually reserved for more severe cases.

Dr Aki Gokul

The clinical team at Mortimer Hirst is at the forefront of optometric glaucoma management and have undergone specialist training to allow them to prescribe the eye pressure lowering eye drops. If your optometrist at Mortimer Hirst suspects that you have glaucoma after conducting all of the detection tests, a referral will be made to an ophthalmologist specialising in glaucoma to make a definitive diagnosis. Once diagnosed, the ophthalmologist will discuss the treatment options including pressure lowering eye drops and surgery. The optometric glaucoma specialists at Mortimer Hirst work closely with ophthalmologists specialising in glaucoma in both the public and private health sector. Thus, if eye drops are considered to be the best option, glaucoma can be co-managed and monitored by both our glaucoma specialists at Mortimer Hirst and the diagnosing ophthalmologist.

Since glaucoma can affect anyone at any age, has no symptoms and can only be detected using specialised tests designed to detect the condition, we recommend that everyone has regular eye examinations and visual health checks with our optometric glaucoma specialists at Mortimer Hirst.

Written by Dr Aki Gokul www.akigokul.co.nz Mortimer Hirst, 42-44 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna www.mortimerhirst.co.nz

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INSURANCE TALK: ROTHBURY, NORTH SHORE

Demand for Liability insurance is on the increase

Garry Stewart, Senior Commercial Broker, Rothbury Insurance Brokers, North Shore New Zealand’s increasingly regulated environment means running a business can get quite complicated. So when it comes to managing your liability as a business, it’s important you have the right insurance in place to make sure you’re fully protected, no matter what your size.

The Health & Safety Act of 2016 has impacted on all New Zealand businesses and the Act has also influenced the norms in Statutory Liability insurance, and we’re seeing more fines and penalties for breaching laws like the Health and Safety in Employment Act; Consumer Guarantees Act; Building Act; Privacy Act; and the Fair Trading Act. Statutory Liability insurance is there to protect you from a range of costs including insurable fines, penalties and court imposed reparations, for any unintentional breaches of most laws; General Liability insurance is there to protect you if you make a mistake and cause harm to someone else or their property in the course of carrying out your business.

Both insurances provide a good starting point to protecting both you and your business from unforeseen events.

In 2016, over $481 million was paid out in liability claims in New Zealand and the soon to be released 2017 figures are likely to be higher. Costs rising from defective products or work were the most common causes of liability losses, accounting for 23 percent of global claims.

In 2016, over $481 million was paid out in liability claims in New Zealand and the soon to be released 2017 figures are likely to be higher.

Rothbury Insurance Brokers is releasing a series of Liability Infographics to help simplify Liability insurance for small to medium sized businesses. The first in this series takes a look into General Liability insurance and why it’s so important. You can download a printable copy from our website: www.rothbury.co.nz/general-liability-insurance If you’d like to find out more about the different types of Liability insurances and talk about a plan to protect your business, call one of the team at Rothbury. Phone 09 914 9800 or email: garry.stewart@rothbury.co.nz.

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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: QUINOVIC, TAKAPUNA

HR ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE WITH HR EXECUTIVE SOLUTIONS

We work in HR - We solve problems you can't even imagine, in ways you wouldn't have thought existed!

Columnist Angeline Long extols the benefits of external HR professionals...

Self managing rental properties risky!

Call it the Kiwi “do it yourself” attitude – a high percent of us with rental properties generally manage them ourselves.

But as Quinovic Takapuna business owner and property management expert Graeme Henderson points out, selfmanaging invariably proves riskier, more expensive and stressful than owners realise.

That’s why in Australia by comparison, most rental properties are managed by professionals.

Graeme says his clients generally profit from better rental income, more reliable tenants, shorter gaps between tenancies, and better maintained properties that are compliant with current tenancy legislation; benefits that eliminate the stress of self managing.

“Self managed properties often remain vacant longer and are rented below market value,” he says. “There’s also the risk of letting to an unreliable tenant through the typical Kiwi trait of taking people at face value.”

“Interestingly,” Graeme says, “we have many tenants who will not go to self managed properties again due to past bad experiences. With us they know they will get professional service and the property will be compliant with recent legislative changes.”

Graeme says increasingly owners are leaving their property management to companies like Quinovic Takapuna because the alternative becomes too hard.

“I’ve seen owners avoiding rent reviews through not wanting to upset a good tenant. Many landlords won’t start property viewings before the tenant moves out because the tenant will not co-operate or a personal relationship has developed,” he says. “So, each time they lose around 3 weeks rent!”

Graeme says Quinovic establishes strict tenancy standards for cleanliness, maintenance and ‘wear and tear’ and so avoids having properties unrented.

The company thoroughly vets prospective tenants, regularly inspects properties, arranges maintenance, and manages the bookwork for tax purposes, with weekly rent simply deposited into the property owners’ accounts as the money becomes bank cleared.

“Compare that to the time, cost and hassle of managing a property yourself!”

Graeme adds, “We make the whole process easy for the property owner, let us show you how we are different. We offer a free rental appraisal for your property with absolutely no strings attached.”

Angeline Long

It’s important that we recognise I have a biased view on this; however the solution of outsourcing Human Resources for small to medium-sized companies makes good sense.

There are a number of businesses that don’t require a full time HR person, though they recognise the risk of not having this part of their business covered. Typically, the role is left to the accounts person as they are handling paying employees and dealing with benefits. This works until there is a major employee issue and a lack of appropriate expertise to manage the process. By hiring a knowledgeable HR professional you are demonstrating your commitment to the growth of the organisation and the importance of managing employees appropriately.

If you need legal advice you enlist a lawyer, if you seek financial advice you find an accountant, so why wouldn’t you go to an HR professional if you need support with your people, your most valuable asset?

An HR professional can offer an impartial view of your business and offer suggestions and advice based on their experience.

It is important that you hire an HR person before you need them and don’t wait until you're overwhelmed with employee issues. If you have a clear definition of the roles within your organisation and appropriate policies and procedures in place, then the business is more likely to run smoothly and ensures that your people know what is required. It will also assist management in the decision-making process when dealing with employee performance. HR will also assist with periodically reviewing these policies to ensure that they are still appropriate and up-to-date.

An HR professional can offer an impartial view of your business and offer suggestions and advice based on their experience. They can also help source, hire, empower and retain the most appropriate people by utilising a robust recruitment process, appraisal systems, succession planning and employee development thereby reducing the attrition rate in the company.

If you are looking to grow your business you need to ensure you have your policies, mission, values, goals and action plans in place to support not only your current people but also future growth. If your HR person knows your business they can influence your direction, working inside a variety of businesses they can offer assistance with organisational development and the strategic utilisation of employees with a view to achieving the organisation’s business plan and objectives.

Angeline Long, HR Executive Solutions 0275 913 912 www.hrexec.co.nz

For more information call Graeme Henderson at Quinovic; Phone 449 2004, 021 928 261 or email; graeme@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz

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CHANNEL FEATURE INTERVIEW: DOROTHEA ASHBRIDGE

Dorothea Ashbridge with ever-perfect poise outside her Takapuna home.

Dorothea Ashbridge A Dancing Destiny

With the unmistakable poise of a ballerina, Dorothea Ashbridge welcomed Channel’s Heather Vermeer into her Takapuna home on the eve of her 90th birthday.

Immaculately presented and with a spirited twinkle in her eyes, Dorothea, or Dolly as she is affectionately known, is the embodiment of someone who has had the joy of spending their life living their passion. Her eloquence and elegance are a window to a bygone era; an era in which this physically tiny woman danced her way to a glittering career.

I imagine the toddler Dorothea Zaymes and her first steps: gracefully executed, with raised arches and rigidly pointed toes, tiptoeing delicately from foot to foot, perhaps with a graceful leap and an effortless twirl. And it seems this is pretty much how her story began. One of eight children - six girls and two boys - born to an English mother and Greek father in South Africa, young Dorothea and her sisters all danced for as long as she can remember.

“It just came so easily to me. I never had to work at it. Even though I say it myself, there was natural talent there. It just seemed to be something I could do without really trying,” she says of her introduction to ballet. Her parents hadn’t been dancers, but Dorothea labels theirs "an artistic family". “My father was interested

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in opera and had a voice that was so beautiful, and my mother was interested in the arts.” The pair encouraged their children in this area, Dorothea says, adding: “We all learned to play the piano, had singing lessons, elocution lessons and learned ballet.”

In 1946 she left South Africa for a new life. Without any indication of displeasure, Dorothea explains: “At the age of 15 or 16 I was put on a ship!” And that ship was heading for England, where the young dance enthusiast would be granted the opportunity to make dancing her life.

“It was lovely! I got into the Sadler’s Wells Ballet (later The Royal Ballet) within three months of arriving. It was nerve-wracking at the time because I was up there with the likes of Margot Fonteyn and Beryl Grey. Anyway, they must have liked me because from then on, I was nearly 20 years with the Royal Ballet - and I never got the sack!”

Starting as corps de ballet, moving to coryphee, then becoming a soloist, in what became The Royal Ballet (Britain’s flagship ballet company after receiving a Royal Charter in 1956), Dorothea danced alongside some of the greatest ballet dancers the world has even seen. Most notably, Rudolph Nureyev. “He was magnificent,” she recalls, as her face illuminates with a smile.

“Margot (Fonteyn) already had an established dance partner when

suddenly an amazing male dancer appeared on the scene. Our director at the time grabbed him and he joined The Royal Ballet as Margot’s partner. That dancer was Rudolph Nureyev.”

Dorothea recalls her first international dance assignment. “Our very first trip to America was so exciting! It was the 1950s. We were all given high fashion clothes: a cocktail dress each, a travel outfit, our own handkerchief. We were all very glamorous! We flew out to America; starting out in New York on a three-month tour with The Royal Ballet. Oh, it was wonderful!”

She toured most of Europe, and recalls her trips to Berlin, Vienna, Italy, Spain and a devastated post-war Poland. “It was postwar Europe. We were often the first touring 1950s glamour: Dorothea company to visit since the war. We visited attending a ballet premiere.

Young Dorothea,standing with her arms raised at the back.

Warsaw where there was hardly a building left standing. It was terrible to see. But all in all, there was a real sense Are there any current ballet stars she particularly admires? “I that ‘the war is over’ and life was to be enjoyed.” didn’t think I would ever see anyone get any better than Nureyev,” New Zealand beckoned in 1966 when Dorothea married Kiwi she says. “But the current Ukranian dancer Sergei Polunin, boy, he dance star Bryan Ashbridge, whom she’d met in London, and did! He has managed to surpass even Nureyev’s talent I believe. He Bayswater became their home. Dorothea continued to carve a is extraordinary, out of this world.” life for herself in the world of dance here in New Zealand, and Dorothea has a son, Mark, who lives in Sydney and works in internationally. She has become a bastion of the Royal New the music industry, and three grandchildren, none of whom appear Zealand Ballet; teaching and staging numerous classical ballet to be following in her dancing footsteps. “This is New Zealand works. She spent 12 years as ballet mistress at Limbs, working - they have to be sports crazy, don't they," she says, jokingly alongside Mary Jane O'Reilly and travelling to New York. exasperated. She is still in regular contact with her siblings in Her time as dancer and choreographer with the ‘Go Go Girls’ South Africa, and, as avid All Blacks fan, enjoys rugby banter with on classic TV show, C’mon, saw her working alongside Max her two brothers.

Cryer and gain public exposure here in New Zealand, stretching When we meet, Dorothea is excited about seeing the latest beyond the ballet world. She has worked as a classical ballet ballet to be staged in Auckland - Giselle, which is being performed teacher for United and she remembers with fondness her years as by the English National Ballet, and the week after will be at The a distinguished international dance judge, which saw her travel to Piano, a new ballet inspired by the Jane Campion film of the same Japan, China, France and many more countries: “It was beautiful!” name. “It’s exhausting!” She exclaims. “Yes, I’ll look forward to She beams. seeing The Piano next week - if I live that long!”

So of all the works she has performed through the years, As well as continuing to love her visits to the theatre, Dorothea which is her favourite ballet? She giggles. “When you ask that enjoys her Shore life and likes to stay active. “I go to exercise classes question, I’ll tell you, one becomes tired of the Sleeping Beauty, once a week in Takapuna, they’re really good. And occasionally, the Cinderellas, the Swan Lakes… when I’m sitting on the couch, I do a ‘leg thing’ to keep my legs “What I enjoyed most was when we had a guest director who strong.” She demonstrates a graceful would come in and do something new; they created a new ballet leg lift. “And I stand and do the odd for us to perform. Directors such as Balanchine; he was a fantastic arm exercises. Anyone who saw person to work for.” me might think I’m rather silly.”

George Balanchine is known as ‘the father of American ballet’.

Rather, I think they’d simply see He founded the New York City Ballet and was its artistic director a woman doing what she loves, for over 35 years. He is one of many high profile connections nine decades on.

Dorothea has made throughout her career. “Margot (Fonteyn) and I became really quite close,” she says, and tells tales of holidaying with Anya Lindon, Lady Sainsbury, at her holiday home in Wales.

Dorothea danced alongside some of the greatest ballet dancers the world has ever seen. Most notably, Rudolph Nureyev.

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CHANNEL PEOPLE: ME AND MY DOG SHARON LEE

Sharon and Lulu 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) loves the task of putting this monthly feature together. This month he talks with Sharon Lee of Torbay about Lulu, her much-loved Poodle and ShihTzu cross.

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

SHARON LEE: Lulu has been with us since Boxing Day 2017.

Sharon and Lulu.

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

SL: Lulu is a mixed Poodle and ShihTzu. We were looking for a smaller size dog because we don't have a massive garden and there's limited internal space for running around. Also, we were looking for a breed with low-shed coat because of my allergy conditions. The bonus is the poodle side of her means higher intelligence which typically links to easier training process.

AB: Is she your first dog, if not tell us about your other dog?

SL: Yes, Lulu is our first dog, but I have also have a family dog Toffee, he is a Rottweiler x and 16 years old.

AB: Do you have any other pets?

SL: Nope​, we only have Lulu at this stage.

AB: What do you love about Lulu?

SL: She is very sweet and friendly around human and our best cuddle buddy.

AB: Does she have any bad habits?

SL: Lulu loves chewing/eating bark from the garden, and "plays" with crickets whenever she has a chance.

AB: What are her favourite things to do?

SL: Lulu enjoys her time at home with us, catching up on her sleeps or play with her toys. But she also loves hanging out with us at cafes or we would go for a good walk in varies parks / beach around

Auckland, we also organises dog play dates with our friends and Lulu loves playing with children or other dogs.

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

SL: Lulu has been going to DogHQ since she completed her vaccinations and she absolutely loves it. She loves seeing her dog friends but the staff as well!

AB: Does she love the beach and swimming?

SL: ​Lulu enjoys the beach, but she is not shown great interest with the ocean - so we are unsure if she loves swimming or not - we might give it a try later this year.

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

SL: We certainly aren't experts, if anything, I would suggest selecting the breed carefully based on your lifestyle - including all aspects of your family life – hobbies, ​activities, personalities, schedules so you are able to enjoy his/her companion more. I also strongly suggest dog daycare for busy households, as my husband and I both work long hours, we didn't want to leave Lulu alone at home (even though our garden is fully fenced and she has plenty of toys to play with), we wanted her to have plenty of opportunity to socialise and exercise during the day. www.doghq.co.nz

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GOT AN EXPENSIVE TEEN? DID YOU KNOW ONLY 57% OF ADOLESCENTS BRUSH THEIR TEETH AT LEAST TWICE A DAY? This means that around half of Kiwi teenagers are either only brushing once a day or not at all. That is why it is extremely important for teenagers to visit the dentist on a regular basis.

The combination of lack of motivation, high sugar diet (such as energy + soft drinks) and other lifestyle choices can lead to extensive early dental work resulting in a lifetime of dental treatments.

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BROWNS BAY & THE BAYS

Lots happening in Browns Bay Murray Hill, Browns Bay Business Association Manager.

I hope you are enjoying Channel Magazine coming MONTHLY in your letterbox in the Browns Bay and Bays area. Apart from finding out interesting things about Browns Bay, you now can catch up with what’s happening in other parts of the Shore. I’d love your feedback – let me know your comments at admin@brownsbay.org.nz

New planting in Browns Bay I’m pleased to announce that a major replanting of the majority of the gardens on council land is going to be started this month. These are gardens that have not been tended to for some time through the council system, so the business association has brought a number of parties together so that we can ensure our town centre looks attractive.

The major group who will be co-ordinating volunteers to do the work is the Browns Bay Rotary Club. Over a number of weekends they will be weeding and planting all the flower beds. We have also had assistance from our local board, Ventia and Landscape Solutions – the council contractors in charge of gardens.

We will also be encouraging private land owners to ensure the gardens and grass verges on their properties are also neat and tidy so that we can all have a sense of civic pride. If you are interested in volunteering, contact me by email at admin@brownsbay.org.nz.

Most of the work will be done on Saturday mornings.

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Flicks+Fun Gra DATE:the 25weather Marchon 2014 Even though the Saturday was a bit blustery, we design | copy had an estimated 10,000-plus turn up over the weekend. With three T 09 418 3127 films and three concerts CONCEPT: 06 this was certainly a full-on weekend of E studio@graph entertainment on our beautiful beach front.

W www.graphi Special thanks to Peter Allen of Seven Events who assisted the business association in providing a top quality event and coordinated the events of both days. He worked tirelessly to ensure everyone enjoyed themselves – I know, as I assisted him for 26 hours over the two days but he was there even more than that. A huge undertaking!

Also a thank you to all those who attended. You were an awesome crowd – no trouble whatsoever and your attention to our signage regarding rubbish was impeccable. All rubbish, recycling etc. went into the correct bins and the beachfront was left clean and tidy. I would also like to thank Grant at Ventia, who arranged extra collections for the council bins along the beachfront – it showed how when everyone works together you can get a clean environment after such a large event.

Fishermen Rescued An interesting life saving event happened during the Sunday Jazz Concert. One of our Red Badge Security team spotted some people in trouble in the water. A quick run along the beach and I

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CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU BROWNS BAY

Flicks & Fun

Citizens Advice Bureau in Browns Bay.

Citizens Advice Bureau

Serving the area from Browns Bay Community Centre in Glen Road

Coastguard

was fortunate to find the Coastguard tractor waiting for their vessel to return. To cut a long story short, the vessel diverted to the area where the people were in trouble and rescued them.

They had been fishing in a kayak just off the beach when it took on water and they ended up in the sea. By the time Coastguard arrived they had been in the water for over 20 minutes and although there were over 1000 people on the beach front, no-one else had seen the problem. Even the fishermen’s family, who were sitting on the beach, were not aware they were in trouble.

It was a great feeling being part of a community action that saved some people's lives. I spoke with Chris at Coastguard afterwards and he said to let everyone know that if the local Coastguard are not available dial *500 on your cellphone – your call will go direct to Coastguard Operations Room. Put the number in your mobile phone now – you could save a life by doing so.

Security at night There has been some unacceptable behaviour in Browns Bay recently and I just want to assure you there is a plan in place to put an end to it. The business association is working closely with the Police, the Hibiscus Bays Local Board, our own security company, Matrix Security and the Community patrols, to remove the ring leaders and stop them coming back.

Regards

Murray Hill

Manager, Browns Bay Business Association Email: manager@brownsbay.org.nz Insta: @brownsbay_beach Website: www.brownsbay.org.nz FB: @LoveBrownsBay

At the Citizens Advice Bureau, Browns Bay, our trained volunteers receive questions and queries from a wide range of clients. Questions may relate to tenancy issues, consumer rights, employment, migrant information, budgeting, family and personal issues or simple things like where you can find a social event. Our advice is given free and is confidential. We empower our clients by giving them access to information, options and support which will meet their needs.

A troubled young lady recently visited our office. She had been injured whilst working and was subsequently dismissed. She had substantial debts and no current income. She was in a very distressed state. Our volunteer worker welcomed her into our office and gave her a drink of water and a couple of biscuits. Our volunteer calmly talked with the lady and encouraged her to talk about her problems and difficulties. Her GP had diagnosed the lady was suffering from depression and was in a bad emotional state. Our volunteer also determined she only had very limited reading ability. Our volunteer referenced the CAB website (www. cab.org.nz) and was able to explain the lady’s employment rights.

The volunteer explained some basics about money management and gave her contact with a budgeting service. The lady was encouraged to visit her doctor again and obtain a reference to arrange a free meeting with Hearts and Minds. During the 2.5 hour discussions, many other options were also explored and discussed with the young lady.

After the meeting, Our volunteer commented “…we had been very worried about this client when she came in. She left the office a completely different person.”

In CAB Browns Bay we welcome new migrants to book settlement information service for free with us. We have Chinese and Korean speakers on duty every week. Clients are welcome to phone us with their questions or call in for a face-to-face discussion.

Our Justice of the Peace is present every week day; hours vary from day to day so please check our website or call to confirm JP attendance hours. You can also follow our local Facebook page for updates or more information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (Hours 9am to 4.30pm) – 2 Glen Road, Browns Bay Community Centre.

Phone: 479 2222. www.cab.org.nz, Email: brownsbay@cab.org.nz, Facebook: www.facebook.com/CabBrownsBay

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REAL ESTATE: GERALDINE ZAREIAN, MREINZ BARFOOT & THOMPSON BROWNS BAY

ROTARY NEWS

Real Estate on the Shore with Geraldine Zareian

Geraldine Zareian.

Whan the Sunne Shinth Make Hay

Whiche is to say. Take time whan time cometh, lest time steale away – John Heywood

It might sound like jibber-jabber but when the proverb was written in 1546 it set the tone for acting and not wasting any time to make the most of the opportunity.

The current market came to life with force, as many had hesitated to market their homes towards the end of last year. The number of listings and the gauge of the property papers indicates sudden activity. You don’t need a crystal ball to predict a future over-supply, as buyers pick off the best. The remaining stock may remain longer until sold.

Those who are buying and selling traditionally at this time of year will need to be strategic in their timing.

Presenting your home has never been so important in attracting the attention of buyers. Creating that emotional feeling on first impression can only be a positive for reducing the time on the market and attaining a competitive selling price.

Allow me to add Sparkle and Value to your home.

Call Me Now for the best way to Get You SOLD! Geraldine Zareian MREINZ Barfoot & Thompson, Browns Bay Office Contact: Geraldine Zareian, Barfoot & Thompson, Browns Bay. Free dial: 215 2773 M: 021 184 0312 E: g.zareian@barfoot.co.nz

Jumbo Tennis prize winners.

Jumbo Tennis with Rotary Rotary Browns Bay's third annual Jumbo Tennis Tournament was held in early March at the Albany Tennis Centre. 42 doubles participated – the biggest field yet!

The winning team came from Warner Music – Richie Hayes and his doubles partner Sam Cockle, with the rest of their team being Amanda Hanvey and Dave Southgate. The runners up were a double from the Sir Peter Blake Marine Education Recreation Centre (MERC).

MERC was also the recipient of funds raised from the event.

This will go towards the extension and advancement of their programmes in schools.

The whole idea originated with Rotary Wellington more than 10 years ago and already many charities have benefitted from the initiative down south and now here on the Shore.

Well done Rotary Browns Bay!

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BROWNS BAY TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD

Hello Antarctic "The Antarctic exerts the powerful attraction of the inaccessible which leads Man to become passionately engaged. One is never the same after returning from a long stay on the white continent."

Jean-Louis Etienne For centuries the Antarctic remained like a ghost on the map of the world, yet today the “White Continent” exerts a powerful fascination. Explored by man only since 1820, this vast icy continent offers spectacular mountain scenery, the world’s biggest icebergs and an extraordinary array of wildlife: fur seals, penguins, albatrosses, sea elephants, orcas and whales in large numbers live side by side in this grandiose landscape.

Who has not dreamed of savouring that white stillness, an extraordinary spell-binding atmosphere of total serenity unequalled anywhere else on Earth. On the horizon, blocks of ice collapse into the sea forming vast icebergs of all shapes and sizes, eroded by the wind and the waves.

Introducing Aaron Russ – Antarctic Expert We are fortunate enough to have Aaron Russ from Wild Earth as a key speaker at our Small Ship and Expedition Adventure Cruise Product Evening (details in advert below).

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BARFOOT & THOMPSON BROWNS BAY

Tips to attract quality tenants New properties are listed for rent every day. What sets yours apart from the rest?

Here are some ideas to put into action.

1. Less is more

4. Heating and ventilation

De-clutter the property inside and out as this creates space and is more pleasant on the eye.

Install a heat pump, fireplace or ventilation system. It pays for itself when the property is comfortable to live in throughout the seasons.

2. Clean and green Get the professionals in and do a floor to ceiling clean of the property. Cleanliness is often high on a tenant’s checklist, and also sets the tone for your expectations of the tenancy. Mow the lawn and tidy the garden to instantly increase street appeal.

3. Insulate All rental properties MUST be insulated from 1 July 2019.

Tenants ask about the insulation status at viewings as insulated properties are more desirable, and this could be a deal breaker. This is also a legal requirement so do it sooner rather than later to avoid contractors struggling with last minute requests.

5. Get it fixed Repair holes in walls, paint tired walls, replace stained and worn carpet and replace mouldy window coverings.

Whilst there is always something to be done, prioritise a makeover of the walls, floors and window coverings as these changes make a real difference.

6. Exterior wash and gutter clean With Winter on its way, it is a good time to clean your gutters to prevent blockages that lead to leaks, especially if you have towering trees in the area. Ask your contractors if they will do a free gutter clean if you pay for an exterior wash so your property makes an impression from a distance.

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FORREST FUNERAL SERVICES, BROWNS BAY

An elegant farewell in a Jaguar hearse Car enthusiasts will be delighted to know they now have the option of taking their final journey in a stunning black Jaguar Hearse available exclusively at Forrest Funeral Services.

News of the arrival has travelled fast in car circles, particularly through the Jaguar car community in New Zealand.

The purpose-built 2018 Jaguar XF Hearse was imported directly from Wilcox UK, the biggest provider of funeral vehicles in the world and is one of only two Jaguar Hearses available in New Zealand.

Forrest Funeral Services Manager and Funeral Director, Graeme Rodgers, is delighted about the addition of the new luxury hearse to their fleet of funeral vehicles.

“We’re thrilled to be able to offer our families the option to transport their loved one to their final resting place in a prestigious Jaguar Hearse. Families can request the Jaguar Hearse at either of our two locations at no extra cost.”

Arguably one of the world’s finest and most luxurious vehicles of its type, the Jaguar Hearse is synonymous with classic British

elegance and has been used for the funerals of the Queen Mother, Princess Margaret and Princess Diana.

Boasting extraordinary design, intuitive technology and top performance, the Jaguar Hearse is available at both Forrest Funeral Services in East Coast Bays and Hibiscus Coast. www.forrests.co.nz

You can count on us every step of the way. www.forrests.co.nz

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Autumn is such a wonderful time of year and not only for gardeners. We are rewarded with gorgeous sunny days, misty mornings and the fabulous yellows and oranges of nature. The amazing hues and tints of autumn can be breathtaking.

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Now is the time to get planting! The soil is still warm but also moist from the morning dew and more regular rain. This encourages roots to get established before the cooler months creep in.

which make them a welcome addition to any garden over winter.

There is a myriad of spring bulbs to get you inspired available in store now, of different varieties and colours; golden ranunculus, pure white freesias and purple tulips. The choices are endless! Hyacinths are the essence of spring, but best planted in April, in a cool spot in your garden. Daffodils can be planted up until the end of May, as can tulips and lilies. Fill a bowl with your favourite colour or mix them altogether for a long-lasting spring show. Get lots of planting tips and ideas in store.

Camellias are one of the best flowering evergreen shrubs and we have new seasons varieties in store now. Camellias are easy care, have wonderful glossy green leaves and beautiful flowers of many shapes and sizes, with a long flowering period from autumn to early spring

Plant in a moist, well drained lime free (acid) soil that has plenty of compost and organic material dug in before planting. In clay soils, plant in raised beds to improve drainage.

Autumn garden tasks

1. Prune away dead or broken branches on woody shrubs and trees. You don’t need to prune everything in the garden though. Leaving plants with seeds and berries adds some interest and colour to the garden, as well as providing a feast for birds and insects.

2. Add 5 – 8cm of mulch to garden beds taking care not to pile the mulch against the base of the plant. This will help maintain moisture in the soil and protect roots. It also helps stop those pesky weeds from breaking through!

3. Remove and discard any diseased foliage from the garden and edibles that have gone to seed.

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4. If you’re wanting to plant spring bulbs, now is the time, and we have a great range in store to tempt you.

5. If your vegetable patch is going into hibernation over winter, plant blue lupin or mustard seed as a winter ‘green’ crop. This is an easy, natural way to add nutrients and improve soil structure for spring planting, so you’ll be one step ahead when the days warm up again.

6. Give your tools a good clean and store them in a dry, protected location. Empty soil from any pots that are no longer in use and store in a protected area.

7. Gather fallen leaves from around the garden and start a compost pile. Over time you will start to create rich compost called leaf mould which is a wonderful source of nutrients.

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SKIN CANCER CHANNEL: WITH DR GRANT COE

Dr Grant Coe

EDUCATION: DAVE SCOTT, MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, KRISTIN SCHOOL

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.

Would like moles on face removed but worried about scarring Question: I am a 30-year-old female with two raised moles on my face that I feel quite self-conscious about. I would prefer to have them removed at the same appointment if possible. A few questions - can this be done, is it expensive and will I be left with noticeable scars?

Dr Coe: At MoleMan we provide skin cancer as well as cosmetic mole removal and we aim to provide our patients with the best cosmetic results at an affordable price. Pricing for mole removal surgery usually ranges from $175 to $475 inc GST and is based on time required to remove the lesion. This pricing also includes all post-operative care.

Depending on their size and location, to remove 2-3 moles on the face, we can often use a “shave removal” procedure, which is a relatively quick procedure, as it requires no stitches and involves very minimal scarring, so we may be able to complete the removals for you within an hour. The healing time for a shave removal is also much faster too, leaving you able to get on with work and other activities.

If a lesion is concerning you cosmetically, it’s certainly worth investigating your options, as there can be a big difference between what different providers charge for cosmetic mole removal surgery.

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

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Future Imperfect?

I often acknowledge the butterflies parents of new Kristin students may be experiencing by pointing out that if we Dave Scott could give one thing, and one thing only to our students, it would be happiness. We know that we can’t guarantee that, and to promise it would be to set up false hope; what we can do, however, is make decisions about our students and about how we’ll support them around areas of uncertainty to help them lead happy and fulfilled lives.

These uncertainties fall into three categories: social, including emotional and mental health; technological - the effects of screens and social media; and work - how will our children find their way to secure, fulfilling employment.

At Kristin we have teamed up with Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia to offer research based Emotional Intelligence courses (Aristotle-EI) to our students in both the Middle and Senior Schools. Aristotle-EI is a suite of programs developed

by Swinburne to help students improve their emotional intelligence competencies in the classroom. The programs are tailored to a range of developmental stages with lessons that focus on building emotional intelligence.

Teaching social and emotional skills absolutely works and the essential ingredients in the recipe for good mental health include: undisturbed regular and sufficient sleep; hobbies and activities including exercise; loving relationships; work/life balance - well modelled by adults; and knowing that problems can be fixed.

At Kristin we have teamed up with Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia to offer research based Emotional Intelligence courses…

At Kristin we are keen too to probe the new uncertainties.

The rise in children and young people querying their gender, the bullying which LGBT+ students encounter routinely at schools; and the difficult relationship some young people have with food and body image. The work and research we have done in these areas reminds us that schools have a phenomenal opportunity to liberate and inoculate the young from prejudice by the way they treat and treasure humanity in all its guises. Parents can help by modelling the things that will bring happiness to their children. Stop fussing about grades, important as they might seem, and imagine what we want said about our children as people, and model these wonderful attributes in the way we live our lives.

Then, while adults see work as the logical follow-on from the liberating excitement of becoming independent, the student perspective can be somewhat different. An intense focus on their career aspirations from teachers and parents, is seen as just more unwelcome interference. Student energy is directed towards creating their own identities, being a part of a new generation and I see our job as persuading them that what makes them fit in, what makes them popular with their peers, doesn’t necessarily make them employable. To be a part of the workforce requires a different skillset; they will need to be empathetic, self-aware and resilient.

In any case, uncertainty is the price we pay for fluidity, for opportunity, for negotiables, for things that change and for innovation; however an uncertain world doesn’t need to be an anxious one.

GH HEALTHCARE: IN-HOME HEALTHCARE EQUIPMENT

Therapy products improve quality of life Steve Oughton founded GH Healthcare nearly seven years ago, working from his garage. The business now has a staff of 13 and he’s recently moved the business to a combined warehouse/office complex in Triton Drive in North Harbour to accommodate the growing business.

It all started just over 18 years ago when his elderly mother had a stroke and was sent home after her hospital rehabilitation with minimal support care, limited access to ongoing therapy and a gloomy prognosis for the future. Steve and his brother searched out products that could make her life more comfortable and potentially improve her mobility, and purchased massage products that over time and with regular use improved her mobility and quality of life.

With a background in business (including in healthcare for 15 years) and as a successful athletics coach, Steve took a detailed interest in the products, and “ended up” working for the company.

He then, with his wife Minting Fu, a doctor who had specialised in therapy massage during her training in China, formed his own company. Together, they sourced similar products from China, all with German-engineered motors: highly sophisticated beds, chairs, massage cushions and a massage wand that offer CVT (cycloidal vibration therapy).

CVT, says Steve as he demonstrates the wand’s vibrating action, is a gentle form of massage that offers more than traditional “lineal” massage. It penetrates deeply into the muscles and stimulates the circulation, and its use is backed by medical research. It is suitable for stroke patients, as well as people with arthritis, diabetes or mobility limitations, and is beneficial for anyone who engages in sport or physical exercise. “The relaxation offered by CVT assists in easing aching muscles and improving joint mobility,” he says, noting that it was the immediate benefits he noted in his mother’s mobility that initially compelled him to become interested. “I was convinced,” he says. The fact that his mother continued with CVT and lived a decade longer than doctors had originally predicted further cemented his belief in the products and his own faith in opening his own business.

“As a person gets older,” he says, “their circulation deteriorates dramatically. The chairs and beds make you feel a million dollars.”

They certainly won’t cure arthritis or diabetes, he’s quick to emphasise, but they do offer a drug-free alternative to easing pain and improving mobility. “They’re designed for comfort and improving the quality of life. All our products use CVT and we’ve found they help almost everyone.”

The company offers four key products. A portable massage wand that can ease aches and pains in specific parts of the body and a massage cushion were both designed by Steve for functional and ergonomic benefits; a massage therapy chair has a thermoheat panel in the back region as well as eight massage actions and a fully reclining action to turn the chair into a day-bed; and a sophisticated massage therapy bed in five sizes that is fully touchbutton adjustable. “Twenty minutes massage on the bed,” says Steve, “is the equivalent of a brisk walk.” Of course doctors will prescribe the walk, but the reality is that many people for whom the bed is suitable are unable to walk that far, or are simply not motivated to do so.

Steve has five consultants who visit all prospective clients (and their caregivers, if relevant), discuss the client’s needs and recommend the right product for each person before they decide to purchase. The consultants also advise on how to use the products and can design a programme that will deliver maximum individual

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benefit. Six people work in the call centre at the company’s base. They are all trained to answer questions and can arrange a consultant’s visit on request.

“We bring in stock ahead of sales,” says Steve. “We can promise delivery within six days of order.”

GH Healthcare (the GH stands for Gulf Harbour, where he was living at the time he formed the company) remains very much a business with family at its heart, with Minting and his daughter Courtney both actively involved. With annual turnover now exceeding $3m annually, it’s seen impressive growth since its formation, and Steve is proud that he’s also able to give back to the community, supporting causes that help older people.

GH Healthcare also supplies soft, flexible bamboo fibre pillows, that provide perfect support for the head or neck.

Steve is offering one of these pillows, worth more than $100, to the first 20 Channel Magazine readers over 65 with arthritis, diabetes or recovering from strokes who book an appointment to find out more about GH Healthcare’s products and how they can help them live a more comfortable, mobile life.

Call 09 478 9650 or email info@ghhealthcare.co.nz.

GH Healthcare, 14-22 Triton Drive Albany 09 478 9650 www.ghhealthcare.co.nz

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MILFORD NEWS

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

New things to see and do in Milford Milford has such a rich and interesting fabric that I am going to highlight some new things I have come across over the last month.

But before I get into that, note the following date in your diary now!

Food Truck Thursday is back!

Thursday 13th April 5.00pm to 9.00p.m.

In the mall side of the main car park in Kitchener Rd. After February’s very successful event, where everyone asked ‘when is the next one!’ – here we have it!

Same format as last time – plenty of great food trucks, live music and seating/tables to eat your dinner on, and that same great vibe that you all enjoyed last time.

Now, the interesting groups I have discovered.

First up is the Kennedy Park Petaque Club, situated in Castor Bay’s famous Kennedy Park, but probably little known to most. They are holding the Regional Ladies Doubles Tournament at their club on Saturday 7th April starting at 9.30am.

Petaque is a whole lot of fun – I used to play with my kids on an improvised shell court in the back yard. If you’re interested in going along and watching or joining the club, you can contact them on 09 489 7545.

The next item is pretty special as we have one of the few large collections of stamps in the country hidden away in the new

clubrooms of the North Shore Philatelic Society.

I visited their club rooms recently and was amazed at the transformation from the old dark basement of the Milford Senior Citizens Club to the bright new clubrooms for our local stamp enthusiasts.

Currently, all the stamps are being catalogued so the dedicated stamp room is not yet open to the public. When it is I will let you know.

However, if you want a meeting space that takes up to 50 people, complete with a new kitchen and bathroom facilities, this could be the place for you. Very competitive pricing is available if you wish to rent the space for a meeting, product launch, etc.

Contact John at nsps@xtra.co.nz for quotes and booking details.

… one of our busiest shops is selling tickets for a Ford car that can be won…

Lastly, one of our busiest shops is selling tickets for a Ford car that can be won in the Northern Hospice raffle. If you were in Milford a few Friday’s ago, Merrill Fernando, owner of Dilmah Tea, and his son, chose our Village Square to launch the raffle promotion. Tickets are available in our local Milford Hospice shop and all others in the northern Hospice region.

Murray See you in Milford

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MILFORD TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD

Exploring Europe Your adventure, your way! No two people are the same, so no two holidays need to be either.

We offer a variety of travel options to ensure that your holiday is just as unique as you are.

This month we feature a fantastic travel product: Mary Buckley Exodus travels, who offer guided group options Owner/Director and tailor-made or self-guided adventure travel options to ensure you experience Europe your chosen way.

Guided Groups: Travel with a small group of like-minded travellers in groups normally between 8 to 16 people. Enjoy relaxed group dynamics and easy access to places you visit, led by passionate and knowledgeable guides who go the extra mile to ensure your holiday is the best it can possibly be.

Tailor-made Adventures: Most of the Exodus holidays can be offered as tailor made adventures so the specialised team can carefully create a bespoke holiday suited to your travel needs.

Making your holiday as hassle-free as possible is our priority.

Self-guided Adventures: These relaxed holidays are designed to ensure you experience the very best of each region at your pace.

Travelling on foot or by bike (electric available) on holiday is our favourite way to explore a region. Know you can stop off at places of interest when you choose and soak up your surroundings. All itineraries can be customised to suit you. An experienced local Representative will meet you on arrival, help you plan your route, fit you for any equipment hire, transport your luggage between hotels, provide complimentary wine pick up service when you

purchase at vineyards along the way, and of course provide 24/7 support your entire itinerary.

These fabulous European self-guided itineraries explore the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

On a self-guided walking or cycling holiday you will either move from hotel to hotel every couple of days, or stay in a single centre hotel during your stay. Enjoy the flexibility to travel at your own pace and even children of all ages are able to join you on these adventures.

Contact the team at helloworld Milford for copies of the Exodus Travels Self-Guided Adventures, Culture & Wildlife, Cycling Adventures or Walking & Hiking Brochures. We look forward to assisting you to plan your Europe Adventure Holiday. helloworld Milford Corner Kitchener Road & Milford Road, Milford www.helloworld.co.nz/milford

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HAIR & BEAUTY: WITH MOLTON BROWN, MILFORD

ROTARY IN THE COMMUNITY: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH EXCHANGE

Blondes versus brunettes For so long, blondes have had all the fun!

Now brunettes can get the hair colour of their dreams with new Matrix Color Sync Vinyls at Molton Brown.

The emphasis has been on new colours for lighter hair, and if you wanted these colours you needed to go lighter first. Not anymore.

Molton Brown now has the new range of Colour Sync Vinyls

by Matrix.

The Matrix Color Sync Vinyls line isn’t the average hair colour system. Unlike traditional hair colour, the shades in the Matrix Color Sync Vinyl line are designed to be applied to darker bases (levels 5 and above). Giving new meaning to the term “colour refresh,” this system features four rich and dramatic jewel tones that will be perfect for the coming colder months: Crimson Red, Midnight Violet, Cobalt Blue and Gilded Gold.

At Molton Brown, dark-hair clients can finally have the bold and vibrant hair colour of their dreams. Formulated with the same cera oil priming complex as the other Matrix Colour Sync systems and vivid dye technology, this demi hair colour promises even, full-coverage results with unmatched shine from root to tip. And now, transitioning from shade to shade is easier than ever, thanks to the new Matrix Kabuki Blurring Brush. Much like a kabuki brush can blend out any harsh lines of makeup on your face, this brush seamlessly blends the colours together in perfect harmony.

As always, a thorough consultation is essential to help make the right decisions when changing your hair colour, style or both. The fully trained stylists at Molton Brown are ready to guide you through this process.

Just call Julianne, Lameta or Nahid on 489 5074 for a consultation, or book online at moltonbrownsalon.co.nz Molton Brown, 2/5 Milford Road, Milford, moltonbrownsalon.co.nz

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Antoine Vandael.

Antoine, loving his time on the Shore

By Antoine Vandael, Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Belgium. Antoine attends Westlake Boys High School

Rotary International Youth Exchange is one of the oldest and most recognised exchange programmes in the world. Students have the opportunity to spend a year living overseas where they attend school and live with host families. This year we have sent nine well-motivated students to Europe. We currently have applications open for our Class of 2019 so if you know a student who would love to spend a year abroad learning a new language and teaching others our culture we’d love to have them apply.

Applications are open until 8th April. For more info please visit www.rotaryyouthexchange.co.nz Before I arrived in New Zealand, a Belgian Rotarian asked the outgoing exchange students, “What was Rotary?”

Our answer: An organisation that helps students from a country to go abroad for a year.

This Rotarian was taken aback when he heard our answer.

Blindsided, he told us that Rotary was not a travel agency but a global network of supportive decision-makers who put their skills to the service of the most pressing humanitarian causes.

Seriously, for me, Rotary was still a travel agency.

I have been in New Zealand for a little more than 200 days and I have lived incredible experiences that only exchange students can understand. In a year, I had to rebuild a life that I took 18 years to build. Adapt to four different host families, make new friends, go to a new school and learn a new language. After five months I am proud to say I have achieved those four points and integrated myself as a Kiwi.

I am now definitely part of the New-Zealand landscape and I don’t consider myself as a tourist anymore.

I do not really have the space to describe this exceptional year, and anyway, I do not think I can find the words to describe it. So I'm going to be short.

For me, Rotary is still a travel agency.

But that's only a tiny part of what Rotary does.

I will not tell you about all the causes in which Rotarians are engaged because I would not do it justice.

All I can tell you is that Rotary made me grow. Not physically, of course, but mentally. Thanks to this year of challenges, I found myself more mature than I have ever been and with a more open mind.

I left Belgium as a teenager and I am sure now, I will return as an adult.

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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There is a world alongside ours – vast, slow, interconnected, resourceful and magnificently inventive. The Overstory is the journey of a handful of people who learn how to see that world and who are drawn into its unfolding catastrophe. If the trees of this earth could speak, what would they tell us?

Every Note Played Lisa Genova $38

From the bestselling author of Still Alice, a stunning novel of finding harmony amidst the most tragic of situations. An accomplished concert pianist, Richard has already suffered many losses in his life: the acrimonious divorce from his ex-wife Karina; the estrangement of his daughter Grace; and now, a devastating diagnosis: ALS. The relentlessly progressive paralysis of ALS begins in the cruellest way possible – in his hands. As Richard becomes more and more locked inside his body and can no longer play the piano or live on his own, Karina steps in as his reluctant caregiver. Paralysed in a different way, Karina is trapped within a prison of excuses and blame, stuck in an unfulfilling life as an after-school piano teacher, afraid to pursue the path she abandoned as a young woman. As Richard’s muscles, voice and breath fade, the two struggle to reconcile their past before it’s too late. With a strong musical sensibility and staggering insight, Lisa Genova has created a masterful exploration of what it means to find yourself within the most shattering of circumstances.

An enchanting and captivating story of a young girl, daughter of an abusive father, who has to learn the hard way that she can break the patterns of the past, live on her own terms and find her own strength. After her family suffers a tragedy, nine-year-old Alice Hart is forced to leave her idyllic seaside home. She is taken in by her grandmother June, a flower farmer who raises Alice on the language of Australian native flowers, a way to say the things that are too hard to speak. Under the watchful eye of June and the women who run the farm, Alice settles, but grows up increasingly frustrated by how little she knows of her family’s story. In her early twenties, Alice’s life is thrown into upheaval again when she suffers devastating betrayal and loss. Desperate to outrun grief, Alice flees to the dramatically beautiful central Australian desert, and in this otherworldly landscape thinks she has found solace…

Spanning two decades, set between sugar cane fields by the sea, a native Australian flower farm, and a celestial crater in the central desert, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart follows Alice’s unforgettable journey, as she learns that the most powerful story she will ever possess is her own.

Following on from the huge success and wide appeal of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, here are two compelling collections of true stories about men and women who have done extraordinary things – they are bound to educate and entertain, encourage and inspire.

Go Girl: A Storybook of Epic New Zealand Women Barbara Else $45 This superb collection of true stories about 50 New Zealand women, who strove for their goals and weren’t afraid to step up or speak out – blazing a trail for others to follow, was written to show that YOU can join them! Some of the amazing women whose stories you will find are Dame Whina Cooper, Janet Frame, Farah Palmer, Lucy Lawless, Kate Sheppard, Nancy Wake, Sophie Pascoe, Margaret Mahy, Lydia Ko, Merata Mita, Lorde, Rita Angus, Te Puea Herangi, and many more.

Stories for Boys Who Dare To Be Different Ben Brooks $40 Boys need to know that prince charmings and brave hunters are not the only role-models, that they don’t need to conform to a stereotypical idea of masculinity. This is a fascinating compilation of stories of men who were rule-breakers and innovators in their own way, and all went on to achieve amazing things. Including different sorts of heroes from all walks of life, such as Frank Ocean, Salvador Dali, Rimbaud, Beethoven, Barack Obama, Ai Weiwei and Jesse Owens, the book is ideal for those who need the courage to reject peer pressure and go against the grain.

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CHANNEL FEATURE: THE TANIA DALTON FOUNDATION

Duane (left) and Tayla Dalton (standing right) with the 2018 Tania Dalton Foundation scholarship recipients - Back Row, from left: Leah Mafua (Basketball), Dhys Faleafaga (Rugby), Ainsleyana Puleiata (Netball), Holly Stewart (Tennis), Lucy Makaea (Surf Life Saving), Samalulu Clifton (Surf Life Saving), Theresa Ngata (Netball). Front Row, from Left: Sharne Pupuke-Robati (Basketball), Mahina Paul (Touch), Isla Norman-Bell (Touch), Renee Holmes (Rugby).

Unleashing Epic Potential through Epic Support

By Aidan Bennett

12 months on from her passing, the Tania Dalton Foundation names its first scholarship recipients Just over a year on from the passing of local Shore identity and former Silver Ferns netballer Tania Dalton, the first scholarships have been awarded by the foundation set up in her memory. Tania’s passing on 1st March 2017 shook the North Shore community as well as the wider New Zealand sporting community. She was a much loved and vibrant personality who touched so many. It is fitting that the Tania Dalton Foundation has been set up to honour her legacy. Trustees of the Tania Dalton Foundation are former Silver Fern Bernice Mene, Scott Pritchard (CEO, Precinct Properties), Tania’s brother and lawyer Tony Nicholson, Steve Jurkovich (GM Business, ASB) as well as Tania’s husband Duane Dalton.

The inaugural 2018 Tania Dalton Foundation scholarship recipients were: Isla Norman-Bell (Touch Rugby; Rugby – Auckland); Mahina Paul (Touch Rugby; Rugby - Whakatane); Holly Stewart (Tennis – Auckland); Lucy Makaea (Surf Life Saving – Auckland); Samalulu Clifton (Surf Life Saving – Auckland); Dhys Faleafaga (Rugby – Wellington); Renee Holmes (Rugby – Gisborne); Ainsleyana Puleiata (Netball – Wellington); Theresa Ngata (Netball – Auckland); Leah Mafua (Basketball – Wellington); Sharne Pupuke-Robati (Basketball – Auckland).

Aidan Bennett caught up with Duane Dalton just after these scholarships had been presented in March to find out more about the Tania Dalton Foundation.

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AIDAN BENNETT: How did the formation of the foundation in Tania’s name come about?

DUANE DALTON: Sport has always played a huge part in New Zealand society. However, for many families, the cost, practical considerations and access to support, coaches and role models can represent a significant barrier. For some families, the ongoing financial and practical support of their talented child’s sporting aspirations can be extremely challenging or in some cases just not possible.

Tania will be remembered for an incredible sporting legacy, as one of New Zealand’s favourite sporting personalities. She was a naturally talented athlete who backed it up with guts and heart as a player and a team mate. Even more than her sporting success though, she will be remembered for how she lived every day. She lived as we might all strive for – never on the side line, always in the action, bringing her A-game as standard… with a big heart and an easy smile, sucking the juice out of life.

Tania believed in the power of sport to teach young people how to be our best. That the rules of the game help guide us on and off the court or the field.

The Tania Dalton Foundation has been established to ensure Tania’s passion for sport and for helping others lives on.

Nelson Mandela said “Sport has the power to change the world.

It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a

way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair.”

This quote epitomises the Foundation.

AB: What are the criteria for youngsters to be eligible for a scholarship?

DD: The scholarship programme is initially focused on supporting young females who are very talented at their chosen sport and able to demonstrate a significant level of financial and/or circumstantial hardship to be eligible for an award.

We are looking for young women who demonstrate leadership and role model qualities, are hardworking and committed to excellence and have a desire to become the best versions of themselves that they can. Most importantly, we are looking for the willingness to ‘pay it forward’.

AB: Will there be a set number of recipients each year?

DD: Each year we will award 12 scholarships for a period of three years. Ultimately we will run a rotation of 36 girls. It is also expected that past recipients will become part of the Alumni and expectation is that they give back – and pay forward.

AB: How do you plan to source applicants and select recipients each year?

DD: In the early stages we have gone to six sporting codes that have had a close connection to Tania or the family, and from there narrowed down the process. This has been a function of limited resource at our end in the early stages. Down the track we will look to open this up nationally, and across multiple sporting codes. We will then also pair with suitable mentors, based on needs and goals.

AB: The scholarships are for three years and go well beyond just financial support I understand. What will a scholarship recipient receive from the Tania Dalton Foundation?

DD: Tania Dalton Foundation’s scholarship programme is all about delivering a mix of financial and pastoral support of mentoring that levels the playing field for young sportswomen with plenty of potential who have financial and/or circumstantial hardship. The aim is to help them to realise their full potential, develop as a person and make a difference in their communities, schools or church groups.

This will help them to enjoy the benefits and skills gained through competitive sport such as goal setting, working as part of a team, self-esteem and camaraderie.

During the scholarship, there is an expectation that Tania Dalton Foundation scholarship recipients will ‘pay it forward’ in some way.

For example, coaching a junior sports team, talking to a group of aspiring young sports people, volunteering or mentoring a younger Tania Dalton Foundation scholarship recipient.

Duane Dalton with Bernadine Oliver-Kerby, who MC'd the Tania Dalton Foundation scholarship presentation function.

AB: Tell us about choosing and presenting the first scholarships this year.

DD: The process this year was directed through the respective NSO’s (National Sporting Organisations). Each NSO was asked to put forward four or five suitable applicants and from there a panel of trustees and the GM (Ant Ford) finalised and interviewed the lucky recipients. Upon being awarded, they were invited to the opening day in the new Tania Dalton Foundation offices behind Pita Pit Takapuna where they went through a busy day of activities, personality mapping and media/social media training. The office was generously fitted out by Grassroots Community Trust. The awards evening capped off a great day. Bernadine Oliver Kirby MC’ed the event while Lisa Carrington was the guest speaker. During the evening and awards the girls were partnered with their sponsors, and so began a journey that will hopefully see the girls growing on many levels and ultimately becoming the best versions of themselves.

AB: Your lives have been turned upside down since March 2017.

Has this process of setting up the foundation been rewarding for the family – yourself and Tayla, Charlie and Matthew?

DD: Setting this up has been a chance for the kids to further see the reach their mother had, and given us all a chance to give back and help where we can. The kids sat with me when we rang the successful recipients and it was a great way for them to see how much it meant.

AB: Will the work of the foundation go beyond just providing the scholarships?

DD: The scholarships are currently just the first silo that the Foundation is looking to operate into. Ultimately we will be looking to run school programmes, after-school programmes and holiday programmes. These will come in time as the funds grow. We have visions of helping hundreds if not thousands of youth annually.

AB: I understand you have received strong support for the foundation already. If there are others out there who wanted to contribute in any way, how can they do that?

DD: There are many ways to help and even since the awards dinner we have had top businesswomen looking to help in various areas and new sponsors wanting to come on board. Should someone want to consider how they could help they should contact Karen, our Programmes Manager (details below).

AB: Complete the following: Our ambition for the Tania Dalton Foundation is to…

DD: …unleash epic potential through epic support.

For further information contact Karen Morgans: karen@taniadaltonfoundation.org.nz or visit www.taniadaltonfoundation.org.nz

Bernice Mene, Lisa Carrington, Linda Vagana with Duane Dalton.

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DEVONPORT BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Toni van Tonder shares what's happening in Devonport village...

Toni van Tonder

Devonport News for April

It’s been a busy month in Devonport.

On March 24th we had the hugely popular Navy Open Day and Village Market Day where we welcomed thousands of interested guests to explore our naval traditions and the Devonport Village.

The Navy is an integral part of the Devonport place and there’s nothing more awesome than seeing the ships sail into the Waitemata Harbour.

This month there are two new reasons to explore Devonport: the newly extended residential art trail and latest village eatery, Karavan.

DEVONPORT ARTS FESTIVAL 28 APRIL 1-3PM At the end of April, The Devonport Arts Festival is throwing another street art party Saturday 28th 1-3pm. The team behind this historic festival are extending the residential art trail with seven new walls being painted by local and regional talent. The trail which starts on Wynyard street, leads people along Bartley Terrace by New World, up Victoria Road, right down Church Street, through the Vauxhall shops, onto Cheltenham Beach, down Tainui Street and back to the village via Torpedo Bay. At every new wall between 1-3pm there will be children’s art stations, offering opportunities for families to meet the artist and engage in art of their own making.

The Devonport Arts Festival has a huge history in the Devonport Community and almost every local will have a strong memory of either assisting with the co-ordination of the event or participating in one of the annual art festivals that would take place on Windsor Reserve. The event continues to evolve and draw people from near and far to experience and engage in Devonport arts. See www.devonportartsfestival.com for more details.

NEW IN TOWN: KARAVAN On Wynyard street, the heart of DAF Street Art, in an artistpainted warehouse is our newest day-time eatery, the hotly popular Karavan Delicatessen. In this light and slick space Head Chef Victor Flores (formerly of Vudu Café and Kokako Café) serves up stunning middle eastern foods using local produce, and the organic coffee from Wellington roaster People’s Coffee has already won over many morning commuters as their preferred morning fix.

The deli has a selection of New Zealand cheeses, crackers and other deli foods. This selection will be added to over time with cured meats coming soon. Future plans include catering for evening events in the space and extending opening hours to offer a takeaway menu of rotisserie chicken, roasts and salads.

Owner Brianna Parkinson says she set out to create a space for locals to come in, eat well and relax. The renovated warehouse is light and bright, with a soft industrial edge. Local artist Ke'ala Campton Baker is curating the art on display - and other local artists will be invited to exhibit works too. And the name? Karavan embodies the concept of merchants collaborating together, reflecting perfectly their middle eastern influence.

With good art, good food, and good coffee on offer, Devonport is a village to explore.

Until next time.

Toni van Tonder.

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Community News for April

Maria Teape

From Devonport Community Co-ordinator Maria Teape

Celebrate our love of dogs with a free action-packed day of events, entertainment, doggy goods and services at the Devonport Dog Parade!

Happening on Sunday 8th April, 12:30pm-4:30pm at Windsor Reserve Devonport, the Devonport Dog Parade also gives you the chance to showcase your beloved fourlegged friend in a parade. Plus there are great prizes! All proceeds go to Greyhounds as Pets.

For more information contact Robyn Fond on 09 445 6736.

Devonport-Takapuna Intergenerational Dialogue 2018 is being held on Thursday 12th April, 10:30am-2:30pm in Takapuna Library - morning tea and lunch provided. This is an annual event that brings together young and old to discuss a range of topical issues and think about some local solutions. The aim is to advance intergenerational understanding and the sharing of ideas through lively conversation. The event brings together 25 young people from local schools with 25 not-so-young people. Contact Sarah Thorne, Takapuna North Community Coordinator on phone 09 486 2098 or email office@takapunatrust.org.nz to get involved.

Devonport Folk Music Club at The Bunker on Takarunga/ Mt Victoria have some great concerts coming up. Their April highlights include: Joël Fafard in concert on Monday 9th April at 8pm. Joël is a Canadian songwriter and has earned a reputation as a gifted slide fingerstyle guitarist.

Tickets are $15 - please phone 09 445 2227 to book as seating is limited. Then on Monday 23rd April at 8pm, Mark & Cindy Lemaire from the USA share some perfectly matched vocal harmonies, with Mark's unique guitar style.

Admission $5.

Devonport Community House is hosting Babysitting Training for Teenagers during the school holidays on Monday 16 April, 10:30am-2:30pm. The workshop, for 13-17 years olds, has two parts: during the first part of the day, Joy Sluiters will cover everything you need to know to become a safe, reliable and fun babysitter that every parent will trust and want to book again in ‘The Babysitter that gets Booked’. Sarah Thompson will deliver a concise first aid course during the second part of the day, specifically designed for babysitters. For more information or to book email devonportcomhouse@xtra.co.nz or phone Brigid on 09 445 3068.

To round off the school holidays, take part in the Devonport Arts Festival Residential Art Trail Event on Saturday 28 April, 1-3pm. Explore six new sites by bike, foot, or car and let your children be engaged by the art action stations. More info at www.devonportartsfestival. com & www.facebook.com/devonportartsfest Hei konei rā Maria

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WILSON HOME TRUST: NEWS

Devonport Arts Festival adds to art trail The Devonport Arts Festival is back. For 2018 the Devonport Arts Festival has commissioned six artists to extend the Devonport residential art trail, in which 10 new works were created last year, “filling grey Charlotte Hawley's 2017 Tui on the blocks, old doors, side of the panelbeater's premises and corrugated on Wynyard Street. surfaces with lively and diverse art” down Victoria Road and in locations around Devonport village and Vauxhall shops.

The trail was a highlight of the 2017 festival and has permanently enhanced high profile walls around the Devonport village and Vauxhall shops with street art/ murals painted by local artists. ​Organisers hope that the additional artworks created in 2018 will encourage locals and visitors to Devonport to not only explore the new art but also discover or rediscover the existing 10 works. It’s also intended that they will act as flagship works as the Arts Festival Trust signals the return of the Festival as an annual celebration of Devonport’s creative energy and heritage next year, after three years as a biennial event.

The trail takes a simple loop starting from the ferry buildings, up Wynyard Street, along Bartley Terrace to Victoria Road and Albert Road to the Vauxhall shops, along Tainui Road, around the waterfront along King Edward Parade and back to Devonport (see map). The six artists will be working in the week prior to the launch, and the trail will be officially launched on April 28th with activities around the route Between 1-3pm at each address there will be art action stations for young people, and the artists will be there to talk about their works.

The artists creating new works for 2018 are Greer Clayton (The Milk Bar), Sam Melser (Bartley Tce), Robyn Gibson (Church St), Mark Edward Noble (Vauxhall Vintage), Component (Victoria Road), and Hamish Grotrian (Cheltenham Road). Component created one of the first Arts Festival street art works in 2014, and added another in the Festival last year.

So while there is no full-blown Arts Festival in the village this year, make the most of what is shaping up to be a significant street art trail, and look forward to a major festival in 2019.

Funds from the fairways Late last year BNZ North Harbour made contact with the Wilson Home Trust to moot the idea of running a golf event to raise funds for the Trust. Having had a long standing banking relationship with the BNZ, the Trust was delighted to hear of their desire to assist us in this manner.

“The BNZ Partners network was established to provide more engagement with local communities, and we all felt the Wilson Home Trust was a worthy local recipient for funds raised from the BNZ Charity Golf Day for the wonderful work they do supporting children with physical disabilities and their families. We have a number of staff at BNZ with family members or friends who have benefited directly from The Wilson Home Trust family support services,” said Kapil Patel, Commercial Partner, BNZ. Despite a bad forecast and some extremely heavy showers, 21 teams teed off at the Huapai Golf Course on March 23 and braved the rain to play the whole 18 holes. Many of the teams were local businesses who have worked with the Trust, or who know of us and the work we do.

With a range of abilities and experience, it proved to be a fun but very competitive afternoon, as teams vied for the chance to “beat the pro”, or win the prize for longest drive or closest to the pin.

Thanks to the generosity of a range of local businesses and individuals, a charity auction was held as part of the dinner and prizegiving. The final donation amount will be published on our website this week www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz and facebook page https://www.facebook.com/wilsonhometrust1 Despite the bad weather, both BNZ North Harbour and the Trust are already talking about next year’s event, with many of the teams also confirming their commitment to return next year.

Visit the website to learn more about what the Wilson Home Trust provides www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz or follow on Facebook www.facebook.com/wilsonhometrust1 to keep up with all the news!

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ARTS NEWS: NORTHART

Passchendaele:

An interface of art and commemoration ‘Drawings’, 32 works by 16 invited artists, is currently on show at Northart. No constraints are put on the artists; they are simply given two sheets of high quality paper (sponsored by Gordon Harris, The Art and Graphic Store) and asked to interpret ‘drawing’ as they wish. The result, this year, is a particularly lively and energetic exhibition of works in a broad range of media pencil, oil, pastel, acrylic, charcoal, watercolour, gouache, even collage - and on eclectic range of subjects. A must-see for all those interested in good art.

While at Northart, take time to view ‘Of Veils’ by Salama Moata McNamara and Shannon Gleeson. It, too, is a fascinating exhibition and has been very well received by visitors. But you will have to hurry – both shows close 4pm on Sunday 8 April. If you come along that afternoon, you will have an opportunity to meet many of the artists who will be in the gallery from 2pm.

Next up is ‘Passchendaele. Home Front to Front Line’ by Auckland artist Robyn Hughes. Her series of intense, expressionist, paintings commemorates the disastrous 1917 campaign in Belgium, in which there were nearly 12,000 British, Australian and New Zealand casualties. Most lie in a cemetery near the battlefield, over 8000 of them in unnamed graves. Robyn Hughes spent nearly two years researching Passchendaele, visiting the battlefields and the cemeteries, reading personal letters and diaries from the front line, newspaper articles and stories of the time from both here and abroad, military dispatches and histories, in order to come to terms with how such a tragedy could happen. Her exhibition pays tribute to the young men, many still in their late teens, who experienced the horror, the boredom and the futility of Passchendaele, to those who remain there, to those who came home. Acknowledged in visual form, too, is the vital role played by women, those who remained at home, knitting socks and scarves for soldiers, raising money to help the injured, and generally keeping things ticking over, as well as those who took part in active duty as nurses. New Zealand’s involvement in Passchendaele and the Western Front is not as well-known as that in Gallipoli. It is hoped that this exhibition, which “stands at the interface of art and commemoration”, will help rectify that.

‘Passchendaele’ opens on Sunday 15th April at 4pm and continues until 3 May. Opening the day before is the 14th New Zealand Korean Fine Arts Association Exhibition. Fourteen artists will participate and exhibit mostly painting, with some sculpture and possibly ceramics and jewellery.

Northart is running a number of movie evenings and a winter seminar series will start soon. For further information www.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.

Robyn Hughes, Departure from Wellington

Garry Currin, Fall In Fall Out II, 2018

Lindsey Kirk, Ferronnerie, 2018

Simon McIntyre, Construction 2, 2018

Taejun Kim, A Path through the Forest (oil on canvas), 2018

Joy Ku, Way Home from Work (Acylic on wood), 2018

Karl Amundsen, Vigil 1, 2018

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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TIM BRAY PRODUCTIONS

Pippi Longstocking lands in Takapuna…all the way from London!

Auckland’s leading theatre for children, Tim Bray Productions, presents Pippi Longstocking at the PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna from 7-28 April. First staged by Tim Bray Productions in 2007, the story of Pippi Longstocking is one that has excited, amused and intrigued generations of children all over the world, so it’s only fitting that our own Pippi is flying in all the way from London!

The irrepressible Pippi is being played by the talented Tineke Ann Robson, who first donned the flaming red hair and flamboyant stockings in 2013. Audiences were in awe of her acrobatics, comedic timing and infectious smile, so we are thrilled to have Tineke back for another show!

She has graced New Zealand stages and screens, notably as Ophelia in the popular TV series Spartacus, War of the Damned.

Since her knock-out 2013 performance as Pippi, Tineke has been in London where she has worked on various films including playing an Auror in J.K Rowling’s Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Tineke was looking for her next adventure when the Pippi Longstocking audition notice was sent to her by a friend, in what she called serendipitous timing.

In this classic children’s story, written by Astrid Lingdren, Pippi along with her best friends Tommy (Lucas Haugh) and Annika (Ailis Oliver-Kerby) outsmart bullies and have fun with her monkey Mr Nelson (Nik Edwards). Along the way Pippi is reunited with her father, the Cannibal King (Richard Leggott).

The stories have been adapted for the stage by Tim Bray with music by Christine White, and live music will be performed by Leon Radojkovic.

“I am constantly wowed by Pippi. Her physical prowess is impressive, and she embodies spunk and enthusiasm for unconventional living with ease.”

“This is a thoroughly entertaining children’s show that I’ve really loved seeing; I encourage childless adult fans not to feel at

all odd going along. It is a lovingly created tribute to Pippi, and any fan of any age will find it a pleasure. ” – Theatreview (2013) Pippi Longstocking is at the PumpHouse Theatre Takapuna, Auckland in April opening with a Gala performance on Saturday 7 April at 5pm. Performance times from 9-13 April are 10:30am and 1pm daily; and from 14-28 April at 10:30am and 2pm (no shows on Sundays).

A New Zealand Sign Language interpreted performance is on Thursday 12th April at 10.30am, with Audio Described performances with touch tours on Tuesday 10th April at 12pm and Saturday 21st April at 1pm.

Tickets for Pippi Longstocking are available by phoning (09) 489-8360 or online at www.timbrayproductions.org.nz School Holiday Activities These April school holidays from Monday 16th – Friday 20th, your children can Hit the Stage! with us in a 5-day creative escape, where they will have the opportunity to explore their performance skills, build confidence, and create a unique piece of theatre, ready to ‘Hit the Stage!’ at the end of the week with a free entry performance for family and friends.

We also offer a Half Day or Full-Day Theatre Workshop geared around Pippi Longstocking. Our tutors lead the students in fun drama activities and games, and there is a craft activity if staying for the afternoon. PLUS both the Half and Full Day Workshop includes a ticket to see Pippi Longstocking live on stage and a chance to tour backstage and meet the cast.

Your children will also have a photo opportunity with the cast and crew (to be emailed to you) and receive a copy of our official poster, signed by our cast, to take home as a memento.

For more info and to book, check out the website at www.timbrayproductions.org.nz

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ARTS NEWS: LAKE HOUSE ARTS

Exciting New Residents at Lake House Arts Humanity was founded in 2013 to give New Zealanders the choice of buying fashion brands that are ethically made using sustainably sourced materials and give back to humanitarian and environmental causes. So much of this was happening overseas but not so much here.

We source and sell brands that share our core values, brands that genuinely want to make a difference to this lovely planet and its inhabitants. Brands include: our own range of organic cotton clothing and soy candles, Matt & Nat vegan bags, shoes and accessories, Proof eyewear made using biodegradable cotton acetate and wood and WeWOOD wooden watches.

We want people to become global citizens who think about the impact of their choices on others and the planet we share.

You can visit our showroom at The Lake House or check out our range at www.humanity.nz.

*ethical *sustainable *cruelty-free fashion www.humanity.nz Open Wednesday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sunday 10-2pm 37 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna.

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We source and sell brands that share our core values, brands that genuinely want to make a difference to this lovely planet and its inhabitants.

Kids and Teens' Holiday Activites available throughout the April school break.

A huge variety on offer at Lake House Arts OREO CUP CAKE DECORATING: You will be amazed by how Oreo cookies can turn your cupcakes into super cute animals! At the end of the class, you will bring 6 decorated cupcakes home to share.

FANTASY MONSTER PARTY: Create a fantastical monster painting using your wildest imagination and creative monster magic. Learn how to create different paint techniques and how to discuss your artwork.

SEASCAPE FRAMES: 6 - 10yrs. Study photos of Takapuna beach to create pen and watercolour paintings. Then paint and adorn a picture frame with shells, stones and small beads to complement your painting.

CERAMICS WITH SUSAN BROWNE: 5 - 14yrs. Come and have fun with clay by learning basic techniques to make fantastic creations!

ACTING SHAKESPEARE: 6+yrs. Join Chocolate Lantern for a holiday programme inspired by Shakespeare himself! Create the world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream through acting and exploration.

MOSAIC ANIMALS: 5+yrs. Come and experience the joy of creating a masterpiece of mosaic art. Choose your base to work on from butterfly, bird, giraffe, flower, dolphin, fish,etc.

AIR DRY CLAY CREATIONS: 5+yrs. Make marvellous creations with Air Dry Clay which needs no firing. Children will love the brightly coloured clay and its amazing pliability.

MOVIE MAKER: You may want to act, or use the camera to tell an amazing story that will feature on Lake House Arts' own youtube channel.

CARTOON, ILLUSTRATION AND CHARACTER DESIGN: 5-12yrs. Experience the thrill of developing an original cartoon character. Have fun while you learn and breathe life into your creation.

DIGITAL MASTERPIECES: Bring along a cellphone, ipad or digital camera to learn the ins and outs of photography and create a beautiful, card framed, unique still life triptych!

“DRESS ME” TEDDY BEARS: 7+yrs. Teddy needs new clothes! You can make them with pre-cut patterns in a variety of materials which be can stitched up the sides.

THEATRE MASKS: 6yrs+. Join us for a day of imagination-filled creative exploration and you’ll not only make and design your very own mask, you’ll also learn how to bring that mask and its character to life for an audience.

ABORIGINAL DREAMTIME: 7 - 12yrs. Discover the art and dreamtime of Aboriginal artists. Learn how to design your own Aboriginal dreamscape painting and apply techniques and media to your finished artwork.

Lake House Arts is easy access, straight off the motorway at Esmonde Rd onto Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna. www.lakehousearts.org.nz

THESE HOLIDAYS CHOOSE LAKE HOUSE ARTS Lake House Arts Centre Holiday Programme runs from April 16 - April 27 “A safe, accessible place where students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities experience valuable learning through the arts”

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY NEWS

Massey University Distinguished Professor and Pro Vice-Chancellor Paul Spoonley.

Massey at the fore of the immigration debate Massey University Distinguished Professor and Pro ViceChancellor Paul Spoonley lives in Torbay and is based at Massey University’s Auckland campus in Albany. As an internationally recognised professor of sociology, he’s vitally interested in and has become a key figure in the national and local debates about the merits – and need for – immigration, especially as he sees the North Shore as a microcosm of the major demographic changes occurring in New Zealand.

“The North Shore really does represent the future face of New Zealand,” says Paul. “It’s culturally diverse, it’s got an ageing population, but it’s also got one of the lowest fertility rates in New Zealand. It’s growing rapidly and that growth is putting pressure on infrastructure. So we’ve got all the upsides and some of the downsides of growth. It also has one of the highest tertiary qualified populations in New Zealand, and economically and socially is one of the key growth nodes for the country. It is an exciting place to be.

Twenty first century – here we are.”

Originally from the Hawkes Bay and a school that told him he was not university material (“Six degrees later”, he laughs, “I decided they were wrong.”), Paul moved to the North Shore as Auckland Regional Director when Massey University opened its Auckland campus in 1994. Massey University, he says, “made a crucial decision to be located here [in Albany] when other tertiary institutions weren’t. It’s been a fascinating journey.”

In addition to his role at Massey University, Paul is also Principal Investigator on the MBIE-funded programme, CaDDANZ (Capturing the Diversity Dividend of Aotearoa New Zealand), which is halfway through a long-term research programme to better understand the dynamics driving population change and growth. CaDDANZ, he says, generates the evidence “to inform and challenge thinking”.

Paul believes much of the debate about growth and, in particular, Auckland’s growth pains, is wrongly focused on immigration, which he says firmly is just one of several drivers irrevocably changing our lifestyles and ways of thinking. There is no doubt that immigration has remade the North Shore, and Auckland, in the last 20-25 years.

New “ethnoburbs” (where people of a particular ethnicity are in higher concentrations), have emerged. “The migrants that come to the North Shore tend to be concentrated in affluent suburbs because they want their children to go to high decile schools.”

“The number of people born overseas will keep rising,”

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says Paul, and the most obvious growth will be among the Asian communities.

“We talk about the digital disruption that digital technologies are causing societies like ours; we should also talk about demographic disruption. New Zealand is changing its population structure as rapidly as any country.”

He recognises that there is “a level of anxiety” around these changes; that’s one of the reasons he’s a frequently sought-after speaker and media commentator. He believes that as a researcher, he has a responsibility to inform and engage the public about demographic change. “I’m a cheerleader for some of these changes because I think they open our eyes to different worlds, and hopefully give us different ways of understanding possibilities.”

But he’s clear that the debate should not be focused solely (let alone primarily) on immigration. We need immigration, he says, because our fertility rates are dropping (the North Shore’s is well below replacement level) and because our population is ageing.

“If you cut immigration, you inhibit economic and jobs growth.

We’re in a conundrum: immigrants contribute to the demand for housing, for example, but we desperately need their skills, labour and connections. We certainly need to acknowledge that the rate of immigration is putting pressure on services and infrastructure, the provision of public transport, the pollution on the beaches.

“Auckland, and the North Shore in particular, are growing very rapidly at present. We look around us and think when did the North Shore become so multicultural? We need to talk about what that means in terms of how we live together.

“But immigration is often blamed for issues not of its making. I would prefer a discussion around population growth, and what we should do about the ageing of our population or our declining fertility rates. We need to understand all the moving parts and not isolate and blame immigration.”

Paul Spoonley and his research team at Massey will continue to advance the debate in whatever ways they can, including through research undertaken on behalf of local and national government agencies. He can only hope that the work he undertakes and the debates he initiates influence planning for the future, and our understanding of all the impacts of rapid demographic change.

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Phantomania at Kristin

The highly anticipated 2018 Kristin production of Phantom of the Opera is fast approaching.

Rehearsals in the music, dance and acting areas are progressing and the students are buzzing with (to quote one) ‘Phantomania’.

This production will involve arguably some of the most experienced and talented creative team members in Kristin’s proud production legacy. Together with the team, current and Alumni students, parents, staff and friends of Kristin involved are united in one goal – to deliver a Phantom of which we can all be proud.

One of the most exciting aspects is that Jeanette Verster, past staff member and designer extraordinaire, has returned as Production Designer for Phantom. In Wardrobe, in addition to recycling, re-inventing and transforming costumes and props from past productions, we are going to witness a whole new host of sumptuous creations on the stage. Our production vision for the masquerade scene, for example, is inspired by commedia del’arte and will draw together many of our most spectacular costumes from productions of the last decade. Similarly, aspects of our set will resonate with many who watch the show, as elements of the likes of Miss Saigon, Les Miserables and Jesus Christ Superstar have been re-imagined for our Phantom.

Coming up at Kristin...

The countless hours of planning, plotting, rehearsing and staging are inspired by the underlying passion to experience something special through this highly theatrical production. With 1000 tickets having sold in just the first week of bookings – there is clearly a passionate audience equally as excited to see Phantom come to life on the Kristin stage soon!

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Congratulations Daisy Docherty Congratulations to Daisy Doherty who was selected as one of six teachers in New Zealand to receive an ASG NEiTA National Award, and one of two selected from Early Childhood. This award acknowledges exceptional teaching and commitment, and is a wonderful achievement for both Kristin Junior School, Kindergarten and Daisy.

Daisy respects the innate curiosity and creativity of children and responds to their interests and passions. Her teaching shows children how to love learning, question, make connections, experiment and come to their own understandings of the world around them.

Daisy, accompanied by Junior School Principal Diana Patchett, was presented with her award at a ceremony in Wellington on Friday 23 February.

Daisy Docherty with Diana Patchett.

Kristin Year 9 Beach Trip and Exploration On Tuesday the 13th of March, all Kristin Year 9 students ventured to beaches on the North Shore, including Takapuna, Milford and Browns Bay as part of their Humanities study called Life’s a Beach. They were investigating the impact of human activities on Setting up a solar still. our local beaches and researching various coastal environmental issues.

At school the students had learned how to ask open-ended, probing questions and practised this skill interviewing locals on the various beaches, to find out their opinions about who they felt was responsible for the care and health of our coastal areas. The students also searched for evidence themselves by finding traces of rubbish or pollution around the area, looking at storm water outlets and testing the purity levels of the sea water; while concurrently gathering up and removing rubbish from the beaches as they went about their activities.

Beach exploration.

One of the classes set up solar stills around Milford Beach to purify salt water. They also investigated the biodiversity of the rockpools using quadrants and documenting organisms they found.

This helped to show how pollution can affect the biodiversity of species which inhabit our beaches.

To conclude, all of the students returned to school armed with the answers to complete their Life’s a Beach study questions, and a lot more knowledge of how their coastal backyards have been affected by us humans.

Arabella Thompson, Year 9, Kristin School

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE GIRLS

Wowing PM is just tip of the talent Westlake’s proud history of musical we could sing it again. People in the apartment accomplishments hit another high next door were leaning out the windows and note recently when Prime Minister yelling and screaming.”

Jacinda Ardern requested an encore Kasey says she didn’t really process that performance by the Choralation Choir she was standing with the Prime Minister until – in a car park. afterwards. “She’s just so grounded – she The video of the car park performance, asked if she could have her photo taken with following the New Zealander of the Year us. With us! We’re not a professional choir Awards, has been well documented so to have her acknowledge our craft was with more than 100k views on the Prime awesome.”

Minister’s Facebook page. It was a “She’s such an amazing person,” agrees highlight of the evening for the choir, Paris. “It was incredible to meet her – to which is made up of students from both have a role model that is so strong – it’s quite Kasey Lui and Paris Jagger of Choralation Choir.

Westlake high schools. The surprise viral empowering.” hit was Sprach Zarathustra, changed to include Jacinda Ardern and Performing at the New Zealander of the Year awards will be a standClarke Gayford’s names. out 2018 memory for Kasey, Paris and the rest of the choir. However it “We’d been rehearsing for two months – late last year and this won’t be the only highlight. In July Choralation and Voicemale choirs are year,” says Choir Lead Kasey Lui. “We learnt the music first and then undertaking a 19 day choral tour to Italy.

Mr Johnston [Music Director Rowan Johnston] said we were going “It will be a great opportunity for the students to experience not only to change the words. When we were singing it live in front of her the music of Italy, but also the culture and rich history,” says Westlake during the awards, we were worried she would find it lame and were Girls Head of Music Fiona Wilson. “Everyone is very excited to share New avoiding eye contact.”

Zealand’s choral music with an international audience.”

Choir member Paris Jagger says the room was noisy with plates, The tour includes concert performances in Siena, Pisa, Cremona, cutlery and chatter during dinner, and at first Jacinda was unaware of Venice and a masterclass with local children in Verona. The choirs will her personalised lyrics. “We were singing the second verse and said also be performing a world premier by New Zealand composer David Clarke Gayford’s name. That was when he looked up, and nudged her Hamilton, at a Mass in St Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City. However, the – and she was like ‘oh wow’.” predominant reason for the tour is to compete in the Leonardo da Vinci Kasey says the choir finished the song and proceeded off stage International Choral Festival in Florence. The Westlake choirs will perform – followed by Jacinda. “The entire choir wasn’t off stage so she was in the Youth and University Choirs section of the competition, which is walking amongst us. She followed us through the conference room, being run for the first time this year. the kitchen and then out into the car park.”

If you’d like to hear the Prime Minister-wooing choir for yourself, “You could hear the buzz from the choir – we were all really Choralation and Voicemale will be performing at Gibbs Farm on Saturday excited,” says Paris. “She spoke to us and said we had done a great 7 April as a fundraiser for the Italian tour, and again in a Proms concert on job and apologised for not getting the joke at first. Then she asked if 12 April. More information is available on Eventfinda.

Youth Olympic qualifier has her day in the sun

Exciting times are ahead for Tamara Otene as she and her volleyball partner from New Plymouth have qualified to attend the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires in October.

The Year 12 student travelled to Canberra to compete in the U19 Oceania Youth Qualifiers, which showcased the best youth beach volleyballers in Australia and surrounding Oceania countries. Facing the Australian team twice in this tournament was no easy feat, with Tamara and Maya narrowly winning the first game before putting on a convincing performance to take gold by beating the Australians a second time in the final.

“In order to qualify for the U19 Oceania Youth Qualifiers we had to either come top eight in the New Zealand Pro Tour, come top six in the NZ age group champs or come top three in NZSS. Then there was a trial at Oakura beach in Taranaki,” she says.

“This year is the first time that I have played for an association in beach volleyball. I played for North Harbour Beach Volleyball and I played with Brittany Allison-Carnie and she helped me to win the New Zealand age group champs. I still play for Harbour but this is my first time playing for NZ this year,” she says.

“The thing I love the most about beach volleyball is that you are 50% of the game and I love the wide variety of shots that you can play. The only thing I don’t like about beach volleyball is wearing a bikini!”

Tamara is no stranger to representing New Zealand. In 2017 the talented athlete competed in the Junior World Championship for badminton. “I aspire to go to the Olympics one day – just like all other athletes.”

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Tamara (right) with her beach volleyball partner Maya Dickson and coach.

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From left: Katelyn Nayler, Hannah Waller and Alyssa Laterveer put up multi-lingual recycling and rubbish stickers around the school.

Walking the walk to reduce carbon footprint Becoming a responsible global citizen starts in your own back yard, and WGHS is leading the way with a series of initiatives to help our students walk the walk when it comes to sustainability and protecting the environment.

“As part of the nation-wide Enviroschools programme we’ve had Bronze status for the past eight years, says Guy Wishart, one of the school’s three Enviro Facilitators. “In 2018 we’ve taken the bold step of aiming to reach Silver status by the end of the year, and then Green-Gold status in the next five years. It means a commitment by students, but also staff as well.”

The school has already had several successes, including a power saving of 25% over the past year, thanks to a campaign encouraging students and staff to “Switch off” power when leaving a room.

“Stickers on light switches might seem like a simple idea, but it was very effective,” says Guy. In Term One the school has been focusing on recycling, with prominent recycling labels printed in several languages. Contributing to the school’s worm farm is another way students learn about recycling, in this instance organic waste. The farm consists of three bins of hungry worms and students learn what to feed, and what not to feed, them.

Championing initiatives is the school’s Envirogroup, which consists of teams of students called Ninjas; Water Ninjas, Garden Ninjas, Recycling Ninjas and Worm Farm Ninjas – the list goes on. This year the Envirogroup has input from five newly appointed “House Prefects for the Environment” to help existing leaders with projects that educate, inform and promote sustainability throughout the school.

The benefit of motivating students to instinctively think and act sustainably reaches beyond the school into the local community.

Katelyn Nayler with one of the buckets around school to collect food for the worm farm.

Students and staff regularly take part in beach clean-ups, the most recent at Milford Beach in March as part of Sea Week. Another group of students helps maintain the free vegetable garden at North Shore Hospital for diabetic patients. And yet another group undertakes water testing in Wairau Stream to monitor pollution levels. Highlights have included upcycling workshops leading to the Trash to Fashion event, and a vegan bake sale fundraising for endangered species.

Term Two will focus on community projects, and this year the school is keen to get involved with Boomerang Bags, where volunteers make re-useable shopping bags using recycled materials, as a means to provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. The bags are given away to friends, family and even supermarkets to be used and forwarded to others. There are more beach clean-ups planned and fundraising events for different charities and groups.

Katelyn Nayler is the Environment Prefect for Wairau House.

“When I was applying to become a Prefect, the Environment was my top choice. I’ve been passionate about it for years and this was my chance to educate students on a really important concept,” says Katelyn. “If students get involved then we are not just talking about it, we are taking action. Everybody thinks that someone else will do it, but we are that someone else. That’s our slogan for this year – ‘I Am that Someone Else’. Everyone has to be responsible for the change.

Ultimately I want to educate as much as possible so that people are open minded and change their views, which will then change behaviour.”

Katelyn herself is a leading example – she became vegan three years ago in response to her concerns over climate change. The Year 13 student loves biology and chemistry, but isn’t sure yet what she wants to do for a career. “I want to follow my passion though. And climate change is definitely my passion.”

Oliviazhuaner Chen takes part in the Milford Beach clean-up.

Alex Haslemore (foreground) and Georgia Webster collect rubbish from Milford Beach.

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EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Academic Results and Scholarships for Rosmini Rosmini College has received 33 Scholarships in a record total of 13 different subjects, with eight in English, five in Geography, four in Biology and three each in Technology and Academic Physical Education.

Last year’s School Dux and Head Boy, Joachim Tan, received four Scholarships including an Outstanding Scholarship in English.

Last year’s Proxime Accessit Dux Thomas Clarkson received three Scholarships including an Outstanding Scholarship in Chemistry.

Rosmini has only 770 secondary students so 33 scholarships is a considerable achievement.

Year 12 students who also received Scholarships were Luke Sluyter (2), Scott Maloney, Theodore Lai Chang Zen, Brad Winter, Ryan Gallie, Gerard Tan and Hamish Liddell. The final eighteen Scholarships were received by Thomas Delamore (2), Seamus O’Reilly (2), Cole Reyno (2), Jose Lauro (2), John Yap (2), Keefe-Jordan Durney, Kieffer Duran, SeongWan Koo, Frank Gore, Patrick Rosaria, Ryan Advincula, Vince Say and Joshua Carlielle. Ninety-six percent of Rosmini students gained NCEA Level 1 in 2017, with seventy-six percent achieving a Merit or

Principal Nixon Cooper with students at academic prize-giving.

higher. Ninety-three percent of students gained Level 2, with sixty percent achieving a Merit or higher. Ninety-six percent of students gained NCEA Level 3, with fifty-five percent achieving a Merit or higher. The boys in Years 11 and 12 who gained Excellence endorsements, over 100 Excellence credits and Scholarships were rewarded with badges and special ties, at an Academic Assembly held earlier this month.

Coastal Challenge In late February, Rosmini College competed once again in the Coastal Challenge.

This year we had two teams of three with Team 1 consisting of Year 11 students Ned Barry, Reuben Hyatt-Brown and Cameron Holloway and Team 2 consisting of Year 12 students Sam Schofield, Joshua Paul and Sean Murphy. These two teams competed in the Full Monty Team Event where participants have to run a total of 35km from Whangaparaoa’s Arkles Bay to Devonport’s Windsor Reserve.

Rosmini College’s Assistant Principal and Head of Physical Education, Mr Paul Fordham says proudly, “Our boys did very well, taking out the Secondary Schools category and placing second and third in the overall teams’ results. This was very

Coastal Challenge.

impressive considering the age and ability of these competitors.”

Mr Fordham concludes, “It was a great day with another trophy to add to the school’s cabinet!”

Rosmini at Poly Fest 2018.

Pride at Polyfest

Rosmini College combined with Carmel College to perform the Lakalaka dance on Saturday, 17th March at this year’s Poly Fest.

The Festival took place at the Manukau Sports Bowl. Rosmini College Year 13 student, Vili Tuipolotu says, “It was a good

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Carmel College and Rosmini College at Poly Fest 2018.

experience. It taught us a lot about the Tongan culture and about how to treat others and how to respect our elders.” He also adds the biggest helpers were Julian Vea, Taliauli Hau and Metui Telefoni alongside Malia Tolu from Carmel College.

EDUCATION: PINEHURST SCHOOL

Golf team winners: Subin Wui, Sung Jin Yeo, Yeon Soo Son, Jae Woo Son and Eujin Kang.

North Shore Champions The Pinehurst Golf Team, Year 8 to Year 13, have had a brilliant winning streak this term.

The Pinehurst students have played very well in the North Shore Premier Intercollegiate Golf Tournament, winning 4 from 4 against their North Shore counterparts. Shooting a combined score of 99, they beat Wentworth who scored 124.

Subin Wui shot the lowest score with a two under par round. Their next win was beating Rangitoto College by 104 to 119. Sung Jin Yeo had the best round, scoring a level par 34. He has now shot two level par rounds in the competition. The Pinehurst Golfers then went on to beat Kristin 106 – 122 and Westlake 104 - 115 to become top of the table.

The team consists of Subin Wui, Sung Jin Yeo, Yeon Soo Son, Jae Woo Son and Eujin Kang.

All five members of Pinehurst’s golf team entered and were accepted to play in the New Zealand Stroke Play Championships at Paraparaumu. They compete against the top amateurs in New Zealand.

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Pole Vaulting Victory Pinehurst Year 11 student, Aria Rhodes has had a fantastic start to the year with her pole vaulting, achieving the following: • Auckland Athletics Championships 2018, 1st Place U18 Pole Vault • Waikato Athletics Championships 2018, 1st Place U20 Pole Vault - New PB of 3.60m • NZ Athletic Nationals 2018, 1st Place in U18 Pole Vault.

• Australian Athletics Nationals 2018 in Sydney, 1st Place U17 Pole Vault and 2nd Place U20 Pole Vault.

Now ranked 1st in the New Zealand Under 18 for the 2018 season and 2nd in the world for 2018 Under 17 Women’s Pole Vault, Aria is certainly one to watch in the future.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Justin Bulkeley leads the Westlake kapa haka group.

Ururoto House – winners of the 2018 House Haka Competition.

Celebrating Our Māori Culture

Justin Bulkeley and Renee Lawrence-Rudolf lead the kapa haka group at Polyfest.

This year Westlake Boys celebrated the 10th anniversary of our House Haka Competition and Māori TV sent a film crew along to join in the proceedings!

They highlighted the all-inclusiveness of the event, which brings together every student from our many diverse cultures, through haka. The competition is fiercely contested between the six houses, with each creating its own interpretation of the school haka and encouraging the students to appreciate its significance and meaning.

Head of Māori Studies, Johnny Waititi, remarks that the competition develops better relationships between all students, working together as whanau. However, it is just one element of Westlake Boys’ wider focus on Māori achievement and our commitment to developing a greater appreciation of all things Maori. The number of students studying Te Reo Māori has increased dramatically, with 28 students (many of them non-Māori) taking Level 1 this year, up from 9 last year. Westlake Boys is one of very few Auckland high schools offering Maori Performing Arts as a subject for Years 10 to 13 and we are also offering free weekly Te Reo classes for staff.

For the past few months our kapa haka group has been practising daily for their debut appearance in Division 1 at Polyfest. Māori TV were following their progress and once again highlighted that most of the students in the group are non-Māori, coming from a broad range of ethnic backgrounds, including Egyptian, Chinese and American. The group did themselves, their families and their tutors proud and they are excited to be heading to Hawai’i on exchange later in the year.

Pearls of Wisdom from Black Caps' Coach Some of our young cricketers were privileged recently to spend an hour with Craig McMillan, ex-Blackcap and current Blackcaps’ batting coach. The session was inspiring, interactive, and informative. There was no talk of grips or stance or back lift, but rather he focused on the key qualities and behaviours of top batters – the importance of work ethic, being a learner, being coachable, retaining individuality, being patient, taking ownership and having the right mindset. He called it the ‘glue’ of batsmanship.

Craig asked the boys: ‘Do you train like you play? Because if not, you are setting yourself up to fail.’ He finished by describing how the philosophy in the Blackcaps is to be there at the end – to be able to pull a stump out of the ground having won a game for their country, and to dream of that.

We are very grateful to North Harbour Ford for donating the time with Craig to Westlake and affording this opportunity to our boys to learn from someone who has made the journey.

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Craig McMillan, in blue, led a coaching session.

Photo: Austin Langford.

EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Angus Shotter and Blake Bradshaw - Maadi Winners.

Cameron Gray with his haul of 9 Gold Medals.

Westlake Watersport Winners March was a month for notable wins by Westlake Boys sportsmen on and in the water, including sailors, swimmers, rowers and dragon boat racers! Our sailing team received the Epiglass Cup as overall winners of the Auckland Fleet Racing Regatta. Our boys took all the medal places in the Optimist Class, with Mason Mulcahy 1st, Josh Hyde 2nd and George Lee Rush 3rd.

In the water, Year 10 student Cameron Gray won a staggering nine gold medals from all his nine 14 Year Olds’ races at the Auckland Age Group Swimming Championships. He’s clearly one to watch in the water in future!

At the recent AON Maadi Cup Regatta, Angus Shotter and Blake Bradshaw became the first Westlake students ever to win the National Championship U18 Coxless Pairs title and with it the Dunstan Trophy. This followed hot on the heels of becoming North Island Rowing Champions. Our U18 coxed four, U18 quad and U15 eight all won bronze medals at the Maadi regatta.

Most recently our Dragonboat Racing team took the Auckland Secondary Schools Championship title for the sixth consecutive year.

Westlake Boys Dragon Boat Racers winning the Auckland Championships.

Westlake Boys sailors at the Auckland Fleet Racing Regatta.

Gibbs Farm Musical Extravaganza Have you ever wanted to visit Gibbs Farm sculpture park but couldn’t get tickets? On April 7th, Voicemale and Choralation, our premier boys’ and mixed choirs, are offering the opportunity to come and explore the magnificent sculptures set beside the Kaipara Harbour, while being treated to a concert by both choirs. Why not bring a picnic and make a day of it? The concert is a fundraiser for their tour to Italy in July, during which they will sing mass in the Vatican and take part in the Leonardo da Vinci Choral Festival in Florence.

When: Saturday 7 April 2018, 10am – 2pm Where: Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park, 2421 Kaipara Coast Highway, Tickets: Adult: $65, Child: $25 (under 5 free), Family ticket ( 2 adults & 2 children): $150 Phone Sales: 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/westlake-choirs-gibbs-farmextravaganza/auckland/makarau

Richard Serra’s ‘Te Tuhirangi Contour’ at Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park – Concert 7th April.

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EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Heading to Harvard

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Harvard University has long been regarded as the world’s most prestigious Ivy League university, with one of the lowest acceptance rates. At the beginning of March, local scholar Emilly Fan received notification of her acceptance into Harvard.

With approximately 40,000 exceptional applicants every year, Harvard accepts about 5%.

Successful applicants typically receive letters of admission at the end of March, with an early positive indication sent only to the most outstanding students, further acknowledging Emilly’s calibre.

During her time at Takapuna Grammar, Emilly Emilly Fan was heavily involved in all aspects of the school, as a prefect, an environmental group leader, Amnesty International group founder, on the Sports Council, a volunteer maths tutor, and orchestra concertmaster. Her commitment, energy and leadership over such a wide range of activities culminated in her being awarded the White Cup, for School Spirit and Best All-Round Student in Year 12.

Emilly is a young woman of many talents; she is not only a top academic but also a national piano contest prize-winner, and gained DipABRSM performance qualifications in both piano and violin at the age of 14. Last year, she obtained her LTCL qualification in piano performance with High Distinction.

On top of her academic, musical and sporting pursuits, Emilly places a strong emphasis on giving back to the community, through her extensive volunteer work outside of school time.

“I am particularly passionate about environmental protection and social justice, and I hope to pursue a career in sustainable development in the future,” she says. In 2017, she was recognised with not only a New Zealand Youth Award but also an international Zonta Young Women in Public Affairs award, “for active commitment to volunteerism, extraordinary volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.”

While Emilly does not need to declare her major at Harvard until her second year, and is excited to experience the unique liberal arts curriculum in the first year, she is currently leaning towards an Environmental Science and Public Policy specialisation.

Born and raised on the North Shore but fluent in Mandarin, Emilly has two siblings: an older brother currently studying at New York University Stern School of Business, ranked as the number one undergraduate business school in the US, and a younger sister, Kate, who is a prefect at Takapuna Grammar.

Harvard commences in late August and in the meantime, Emilly is dedicating her time to various volunteer pursuits as well as part-time work. She is also looking for relevant internships or other part-time jobs. The TGS community is very proud of her incredible achievement and wishes her all the best for her very bright future.

Say YES to Success

Developing future ready students

A large contingent of TGS students attended the The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise day at Massey University, recently.

Commonly known as ‘YES’, the programme encourages students to set up and run a real business, alongside their NCEA Business Studies course. Each YES company creates its own product or service to bring to market.

This ‘Kickstart’ course was the first of many chapters for this year’s programme, giving the opportunity for students to learn more about business planning and operations in preparation for the yearly competitive element of the course, where a $25,000 national prize pool is up for grabs, as well as other regional awards, cash prizes, and tertiary scholarships.

The YES course also helps students develop a range of business skills, and helps enhance business knowledge for NCEA studies. At this event students were able to consult with professional business ‘mentors’, and receive valuable feedback about their business plan. Concluding with a tour of the Massey University Campus grounds, the day was a success for business students, and an enjoyable experience for many, including student Shannon Blackhall who said “It was a fun day and I would definitely recommend this event to all business students.”

By Nelly Farmiloe (Year 13)

All 304 Year 9 students came off timetable for a day in late March, for “E-day as a part of the school’s support of students, in developing "future The winning team of the timed challenge ready" skills as at 'E-day'. we recognise that students need to be digitally fluent to be attractive to employers and informed as citizens.

At the same time, as educators, teachers cannot make the assumption that because a student knows how to use a smartphone or a social media app that they inherently understand how best to use digital tools in a way that effectively supports and deepens their learning. There is a need for digital fluency to be carefully nurtured.

The goal of "E-day" was to help meet that need. The day itself was a great success. Students engaged in seminars, workshops and tutorials relating to the various Google apps for education and how they can be used in the classroom to support their learning.

All things Google – search, docs, sheets, forms, sites, Drive, charts – and KAMAR, the school’s student management system, plus library resources were covered in the rotation of workshops.

The library work was a timed challenge to complete a series of tasks that used all the aspects of library search and organisation.

Phones, lap tops, finding clues on the shelves, QR codes, and padlocked mystery boxes were utilised by the Teacher Librarian, Mrs Annie White, to find the fastest team.

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CHANNEL YOUTH FEATURE

Learning the ropes, and skills for life

Our youth columnist spent time with Milford-based girls' group the Young Mariners ahead of this issue...

Jessy Thurston

The Young Mariners group has been teaching young girls a multitude of skills for decades now, and I had the chance to spend a gorgeous Monday evening chatting with them whilst they showed me the ropes of sailing.

Based in Milford on Lake Pupuke, the Young Mariners is a non-profit organisation that spends Mondays from 5:30 - 8pm in summer, developing skills in rigging boats, estimating wind patterns, sailing, and creating friendships on the water. The group is made up of girls ranging from the ages of 8 to 18, as well as parents who offer up their time to guide and teach them skills. Not only are these girls improving their sailing, but they are also learning qualities that will help shape them for life.

The idea of the Young Mariners first came about in 1980, when a young girl wanted to join the predominantly male Sea Scout Unit in East Auckland. This led to a lot of discussion between youth organisations at the time, and resulted in a plan for both girls and boys to have an opportunity to sail. Thus, the Young Mariners was born, for girls to get involved on the water too. With 10 units spread across New Zealand to this day, the programme has been thriving and allows young girls to get in touch with their community, create new friendships and learn life skills on the way.

The girls who are involved in the programme Members of the Young Mariners on Lake Pupuke. love the social environment of the weekly gatherings, and the experiences are incredibly rewarding. One His own daughter Gemma is only 11, and her self reliance and member in particular, Finola, is 18 years old and has been a part of maturity has noticeably grown since she began going to the the group for six years. She is the oldest member in the group and Young Mariners weekly. He also commented on how the group now works alongside her father guiding the younger girls, which brings girls from different schools and ages all together, which she finds is extremely worthwhile. One of the stand out reasons allows them to expand their circle of friends. for being in the Young Mariners is friendship, and Finola has found The girls not only learn to sail, but also pick up skills in that starting the week by meeting up with all of the girls has been kayaking, lifesaving, swimming, team building events, and even a highlight for her: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a great way to let off steam. When I steel barrel shooting at their regattas, which they have twice a had exams - even if I had one the next day - I would always come year. During these events, the girls show their teamwork and to Mariners. It was really nice to just get in a sailboat, hop off, competitive sides as they race against other boats and put let your mind clear for an hour, and then you could go back to everything they have learnt to the test. Although, this is one of studying and worrying about it.â&#x20AC;? the only times the girls face competition. At their regular sail Communication and teamwork are also taught through the meets, the group commented on how relaxed the Young Mariners activities that the Young Mariners provide. As one of the older girls environment is, and that it was one of the reasons they love the in the group, Finola is very familiar with a role of leadership, and group so much. teaches the younger girls the skills she has already learnt through In the winter months, the Young Mariners also encourage the programme. This is one of the unique things about the group, members to complete tasks in order to earn badges, which can as having such a diverse range of ages enables the younger girls include projects such as cooking, reading, and sewing. Camping to have role models, and the older girls to pass on their knowledge is also one of the highlights, as the girls get to challenge to benefit others. themselves and spend some time soaking up the outdoors.

Parent support has always been something of importance to There are also end of term activities that are put on for the girls the group, as they rely on the help and guidance when it comes to enjoy - a particular stand-out of these was a rollerblading trip to organising the meets, and taking charge of safety in the water. last year!

The girls do spend a great amount of time rigging and sailing themselves, but there is an importance in having the parents there To get in contact with the group, head to their Facebook as a support system and helping hand when it is needed. Bryce, page: www.facebook.com/awataha one of the fathers in the patrol boat, sees how the Young Mariners Visit their website: www.youngmariners.org.nz or contact work together, and how this benefits them outside of sailing too.

Unit Leader Vicky Campbell directly on 021 784 768.

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BIRKENHEAD NEWS

Birkenhead Neighbourhood Plan

Your regular update from the Birkenhead Residents Association As the Birkenhead Neighbourhood Plan (BNP) was developed through extensive community and stakeholder input, it provides a strong platform to advocate for the principles that represent the community's aspirations.

Auckland Council has started to consider what to do with the former Rawene Road carpark which was seriously damaged as a result of slips late last year. The BNP advocates for improved connectivity between the village centre and the surrounding area so it would be great to see some new walkways down to Chelsea Estate in the remedial work.

This is an opportunity to consider new ideas such as an art gallery, public spaces, viewing platform, underground carparking and mixed-use development (e.g. hotel, apartments, offices). As the discussions with the council progress, we will be promoting use and development of the site that delivers the BNP principles, while also supporting local business needs.

Connectivity has also been a strong theme in discussions on the future of the Birkenhead War Memorial Park, including improving connections between the village centre and the park so that children can safely cross Highbury Bypass. Other themes discussed that were in line with our plan’s principles include the need for future facilities to be quality designed, the area to be family-friendly and

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY: WITH DAVID VERRAN

Waiwharariki, Part One:

the Lakelands Estate On 13 July 1852, the government gifted a grant of occupancy to Eruera Patuone of around 110 acres of Crown Land in the Takapuna area to secure the northern border of Auckland.

This was at the same time as the Fencible settlements of Otahuhu, Panmure, Onehunga and Howick, and Te Wherowhero’s Māori Militia and their 485 acres at Mangere, all securing Auckland’s southern border.

Patuone’s 110 acres were divided into four Lots. Lots 29 to 31 fronted Takapuna Beach, from the present-day Strand to Hauraki Road, while Lot 32 included the Esmonde Road area. This land allowed Patuone and his whanau access to sea fish, cockles, sea eggs and shark from Shoal Bay and the Rangitoto Channel. There were also eels, wild duck and teal from Lake Pupuke. Initially the gift of land was for his lifetime, but in 1866 this was then confirmed in the names of two of his sons (Hohaia Patuone and Hone Waka - who died in 1869), in recognition of Patuone’s role in securing the northern boundaries of the town of Auckland during the New Zealand Wars.

There was at least one land sale and one mortgage taken out on his North Shore property before Patuone’s death in May 1872, when leadership of his kainga (village) passed to Timoti Patuone, an atawhai or adopted son, who died in 1896. In an 1878 Census of Māori there were still 19 Ngapuhi and Ngati Hao living in the area.

Initially the gift of land was for his lifetime, but in 1866 this was then confirmed in the names of two of his sons…

In November 1888, Hohaia Patuone (Eruera Patuone’s eldest son), Ema Nohomai Tawhiti (Hohaia was her great uncle) and Eru Nehua (who had married Hohaia’s eldest daughter) readily agreed to William Joseph Napier becoming the nominal owner and trustee for around 38 acres in the Esmonde Road area. Napier was a barrister, a Devonport resident, and was Sir George Grey’s lawyer, hence trusted by Māori to act as their legal agent. This land was at first available just for lease, but later made available for sale and a mortgage raised by the Nehua family.

Following a default of that mortgage, Napier then bought the property from the mortgagors and later purchased the remainder of the Esmonde Road property directly. He then transferred ownership of those acres to his wife Henrietta in 1893 and 1895 respectively.

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The ‘Observer’ and ‘New Zealand Herald’ of 23 March 1912 both started the advertisements for the new Lakelands Estate. Napier had long lobbied for better transport access to the area, including supporting a Shoal Bay canal to Barrys Point in 1891, the ultimately successful renovation of Takapuna Wharf in 1895 and from 1907 was an enthusiastic supporter of the projected Bayswater tramway, which opened on 22 December 1910.

Well-known auctioneers Samuel Vaile and Sons offered half of the plots at 10% deposit, later 10 Pounds. The Estate had been subdivided into 112 sections and roads named with those of Mr and Mrs Napier’s sons; Esmonde, Eldon and Harley, as well as Napier Avenue. Esmonde Road was formally dedicated in 1914, while Eldon, Napier and Harley were dedicated in 1912.

The auctioneers of the Lakelands Estate promoted the sea view, access to the ‘Lake Beach’, large sites, proximity to the Bayswater tram and targeted ‘businessmen’ who “prefer to have seclusion from the city after business hours”. However, not all were taken up immediately. The mid-1913 map of Takapuna Borough has only a few houses in the Gibbons Road area, part of a sale of 15 acres in 1882, and another right on the promontory at the lower end of Esmonde Road. That house was lived in by Esmonde Napier.

Sales in the Lakelands estate continued after the First World War, and in 1919 four plots were sold on Esmonde Road and Napier Avenue averaging 196 Pounds each. There was also an auction of ‘unsold lots’ in March 1923.

An analysis of Takapuna Borough Council’s Building Permit Register from 1913 to 1932 shows that most of the building permits for houses on Esmonde Road and Napier Avenue dated at least from the 1920s. Harley Road was developed a little earlier.

My thanks to the Napier family

By David Verran

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.

Winter is on the way, be prepared

John Appleton

As I see it - by John Appleton Recent media reports warning us the so called ‘flu’ season will soon be here should get us thinking about what we might do to reduce the liklihood of catching the flu.

The common cold can make anyone feel really miserable for a week or more and while both colds and flu are both caused by a virus, influenza is a significantly more serious condition which for some elderly and infirmed people can be life threatening.

As the years pass, our once robust immune system can become less able to resist infections and thus it’s really important that we do our utmost to ensure that we can fight back if the often unavoidable invaders get through.

First on my list is to put some focus on the diet. Daily consumption of highly processed carbohydrates devoid of any real nutritional value and often loaded with sugar will do little to ‘shore up’ already weakened defences. All humans require ‘real’ food every day. If anything you are eating doesn’t look as though it was once alive don’t eat it. Avoid the central aisles in the supermarket.

Processed foods are made so they can sit on shelves for months without deteriorating. Even milk is processed to the point where it has a shelf life way in excess of what it was years ago. Fresh fruits and vegetables which we know are really good for us are so often overlooked in favour of easier and cheaper options.

I have previously written about a wonderful winter immune booster: bone broth. This is a really easy way to have health inducing and enjoyable meals at any time of the year but particularly during the winter season. Bone Broth is great for all members of the family young and not so young. I get all my ingredients from Joyce at IE Produce. All you need in terms of hardware is a slow cooker and they are not expensive to buy.

Try as we might it is not easy to get optimal levels of nutrients from our foods. Plants can only take up what is in the soil and more and more now our foods are grown in depleted soils.

Three key nutrients are on my list as a must when it comes to preparing for winter.

Vitamin D is very important and we should all ensure that we maintain an optimal level. During the summer we are told to avoid the sun so we arrive at the end of summer often with a much lower than acceptable level. Optimal vitamin D is approx 120 nmols/L. Very few of us would be close to that level.

Vitamin C is a key nutrient that all humans need every day. Animals make vitamin C daily, particularly in response to stress.

When we are stressed our immune system is compromised and we are not able to respond by making any vitamin C. All vitamin C in whatever form is good. Don’t wait until you are ill before you start taking it. I take 4,000 mgs daily. Cats and dogs make around 3,500 mgs daily. When we are ill our need for vitamin C can increase very significantly. If I were to feel a cold coming on I would increase my vitamin C to around 10,000 mgs daily.

Try as we might it is not easy to get optimal levels of nutrients from our foods. Plants can only take up what is in the soil and more and more now our foods are grown in depleted soils.

Zinc is a very important mineral for the immune system and our soils have very low levels of zinc. Supplementation is the only sure way to achieve optimal zinc in our diet. Up to 20 mgs daily may be required. In addition to modulating the immune system zinc also assists a protein called human cytokine interferon alpha that is responsible for inhibiting the replication of viruses within the body.

If you are travelling overseas consider wearing a surgical mask on the aircraft. Airborne droplets are forever present during a flight and a mask may help you to arrive in good shape ready for your holiday or business trip.

John Appleton 09 489 9362 john@johnappleton.co.nz www.johnappleton.co.nz

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CAM CALKOEN: BENDING PERCEPTIONS, INSPIRING CHANGE

WELL FOUNDATION: UPDATE

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.

The glass totally full The other week I was in a conference watching some truly great names tell their stories and be interviewed on how to build, lead and leave great teams. I guess the ultimate desire of an event like this was to inspire everyone to consider their role in society and what it takes to truly be a citizen of awesomeness!

Within the conference were stories we’ve come to know, learn and respect but what stood out for me was something so simple yet beautifully powerful. As the day was coming to an end, lollie bowls were being filled and the air conditioning turned down a degree or two to ensure people would stay awake as the final act took to the stage: a panel discussion which included a true champion of a leader, a leader that people would undoubtedly seek a photo with. As the discussion took place the guy that everyone came to see and hear got a croak in his throat and it was obvious he wanted/needed some water, so he stood up, walked over to the water table, poured a glass for the other four people in the panel including the guy conducting the interview, poured himself a glass and then took it back to his seat, with little disruption as to what was happening in the room. Equally this person could have easily, politely and successfully asked for a glass of water, but he decided not just to get it for himself, but understand that if he wanted it, others probably did to.

Becoming a citizen of awesomeness is attained through being able to feel, observe and serve.

True admiration is not in the big steps that put us on top of a podium but in the small steps that build the foundation.

Our podium reaches high into the sky, not through what we assume but through what we are willing to learn.

And excellence, true/world class excellence, the stuff that puts us into the league of ‘the greats’, is accomplished when we can remove limiting assumptions and focus on individual strengths.

It’s truly amazing what we learn from stepping outside the day-today and into a space of growth and development. As I stepped into this conference I didn’t know what to expect from sitting in the room and my biggest takeaway came from the most unexpected thing but maybe this is a core element to continual growth, looking to fuel what lives within through an observation of lives around us.

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Generous support secures new transport incubator Andrew Young.

Craig Donaldson.

The Well Foundation was one of 30 charities chosen for this year’s The Trusts Million Dollar Mission, an opportunity for the public to vote for their favourite charity to receive a share of $1 million.

Voting opened on March 1st and thanks to our fantastic supporters we raised $100,000 for a transport incubator needed for premature and fragile babies born in our region. For every online vote, The Trusts donated $5; hundreds of people voted for us every day to ensure we reached our target in just 11 days.

What a phenomenal effort!

For babies such as Gabriel Malaitai-Tunai (pictured with mum, Theresa) the new transport incubator will mean a more comfortable ride from our local hospitals to Auckland City Hospital where he regularly travels for some of his care.

Gabriel is one of hundreds of babies each year who, for their first weeks or months of life, call the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) home – located at both North Shore and Waitakere hospitals. When, at two weeks of age, Gabriel was transferred to SCBU from Auckland City Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, he travelled in a larger incubator than the outdated ones our local hospitals have. The older style transport incubators are small and the technology is very limited.

Our CEO, Andrew Young says, “We need all the help we can get from supporters and the general public and we were so thrilled to receive one of the biggest slices of the $1M giveaway.

I was equally thrilled by the overwhelming response we received last year, when The Trusts ran its first Million Dollar Mission.

Public votes have given us the highest total share across both years which reflects people’s underlying desire to help improve health services for our local communities, especially to the most vulnerable.”

Thank you, too, to The Trusts for the opportunity to take part.

Until next time, go well.

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Millwater and Silverdale contribute to growing north

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A new multi-level shopping centre in fast-growing Silverdale, anchored by a Farmers department store and national retailer, Whitcoulls, is expected to attract strong interest from retailers. Nearby, the newest subdivision of Millwater sees a rapidly growing retail area continue to expand with Millwater Central Terraces.

Silverdale Mall will be home to a 6,000sqm two-level, full offer Farmers department store, with an additional 3,000sqm for about 30 speciality stores catering for fashion, food and beverage, homeware and personal service type retailers. National Director Richard James says it will become the go-to shopping destination for residents of Silverdale and Millwater, as well as serving the wider Hibiscus Coast and Whangaparaoa community.

“Silverdale Mall is a game-changer for locals, who no longer need to travel further afield to experience the very best in fashion, food and beverage, and service retail,” James says.

Silverdale Mall fulfils the area’s significant demand for more retail options, which has been driven by substantial residential growth in recent years. The centre is conveniently located close to complementary large national retailers including Pak’n Save, Countdown, Bunnings, The Warehouse and Noel Leeming.

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Slightly further north, further growth is happening on the Hibiscus Coast at the heart of the residential district of Millwater, nestled between Silverdale and Orewa. Three brand-new retail units in one of Auckland’s fastest-growing communities are on the market through Colliers International.

Millwater Central Terraces builds upon and complements the success of Broadway’s adjacent Millwater Central retail centre, which is extremely popular with the area’s rapidly expanding community.

The units are part of the new Millwater Central Terraces development – a mixed-use residential and retail complex completed last year by reputable developers Broadway Property Group.

The property also draws on passing traffic from the surrounding sports fields, which brings people to the area on weekends as well as after school and work. A hockey turf is under construction directly across the road from the shops, while the Metro Park sports field is nearby.

Adjoining the Millwater subdivision is the Highgate business park, one of the fastest growing new developments in New Zealand.

The 60ha site is a large-scale mixed-use development positioned between State Highway One and Wainui Road. The business park is being developed to provide employment opportunities, with a mix of warehousing, office spaces and a proposed local centre with retail, bars and restaurants. This development is expected to provide around 4500 jobs to the overall Silverdale area.

With nearby hubs of the North Shore and Auckland CBD only a short 30-minute commute, they offer abundant employment opportunities. The Silverdale and Millwater area has approximately 3,500 homes planned in the area directly to the north of the existing township; these developments look set to skyrocket.

Jimmy O'Brien, Colliers International North Shore 488 4783 www.colliers.co.nz

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.

Simon Gundry

A tough month...

I spent a week in the middle of March in the South Island, where I attended the Maadi Cup for Secondary School Rowing, which is in fact the biggest sporting event for secondary schools in the Southern Hemisphere. There were some 2300 rowers, countless coaches and managers and several thousand parents, grandparents and supporters.

Where the heck they packed everyone within the tiny town of Twizel, I do not know, but it seemed to work.

It was a splendid event, wonderfully run by the organisers even through the adverse weather conditions that made it hazardous for the rowers, one day was virtually written off due to weather conditions, when it got down to two degrees, with a wind chill factor of minus five. It was an absolute privilege to be among so many young New Zealand athletes, striving to reach the pinnacle of their sporting prowess and have a gold medal around their neck. An experience they will take for the rest of their lives, to be able to tell people they won a gold medal at the Maadi Cup; or in fact any medal, as I didn’t realise how hard it was to achieve this.

While I was down there, I received a telephone call from a dear friend. From the elation of watching all these young people achieve their goals, to in a minute, absolute heartbreak.

I heard that one of my close friends had chosen to end his life.

Wow, that stopped me instantly in my tracks. Tears poured and I found somewhere to go, far from the madding crowds, amongst the pine trees that bordered the rowing facility to gather my thoughts as I realised the gravity of the situation. The hopelessness of being unable to do anything, the sheer pain, wondering what was going on in his mind prior to the event and wishing that he had put his hand up, spoken to a friend, his brother, or any of his family – somebody, just to be able to share his load and make him realise that his situation was not that bad. We New Zealand males are hopeless at this, we must do something about it. I got back on the Sunday and had to attend the funeral on the Wednesday at the Holy Trinity Church in Devonport. The scene of so many funerals, weddings, christenings over the last 100 years. Not many funerals were as sad as this one, a huge crowd that spilled out of the Church and onto the surrounding footpaths. Lots of hugs, tears, laughter, hand shaking, back slapping along with the absolute disbelief as to why we were all there.

One of the eulogy speakers made a very special comment, “If you are out swimming and you get into trouble, what do you do? You put your hand up, and the surf life savers will come and help you.”

That’s the way we have always been taught in New Zealand, over many years. We must use this example for our everyday lives. If we feel as though we are in trouble, or struggling to cope, please put your hand up and somebody will always come to help you. A problem shared, is a problem halved, we should all remember that.

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PROPERTY LAW: LINLEY HAWKES, DAVENPORTS

Linley is an Associate in the Property Team at Davenports Harbour. Linley and the Property Team manage a wide range of property matters from simple residential sales and purchases through to complex apartment developments, banking security and restructuring.

Linley Hawkes

Describing Commercial Premises Henry and Kylie run a small company which owns commercial rental properties. Part of their property portfolio includes a block of shops which they lease to small businesses. Recently one of their long-term tenants moved out and Kylie was happy to have quickly found a new tenant who wanted to move in to start a small cake shop. Henry and Kylie had the new tenant sign an agreement to lease the empty shop and two car parks.

Not long after the cake shop opened, the new tenant complained to Kylie that the neighbouring gift shop owner was using the two car parks they leased. The new tenant was adamant that the two car parks directly outside their shop should be for their exclusive use. When Kylie spoke to the gift shop owner, they said that the car parks outside the cake shop were included in their lease and should not be being used by the cake shop. A major conflict then arose between all Henry and Kylie's tenants in the block of shops because they were all claiming specific car parks were for their use only. The cake shop was now threatening to move out and had stopped paying their rent until Henry and Kylie let them use the car parks directly outside their shop.

Henry and Kylie were confused and unsure what to do so they contacted their solicitor for some advice. The solicitor found an issue because the lease to the cake shop did not include any premises plans outlining the car parks or any description of which two car parks were being leased with the shop. It was also unclear which car parks were being leased to the gift shop.

Henry and Kylie had not wanted to go to the expense of having their solicitor review the agreements to lease, or a surveyor prepare plans, because they were just leasing small shops and they could not see the point.

Henry and Kylie now have very unhappy tenants and unclear lease provisions causing an unfortunate car park dispute. It is likely an arbitrator will need to be engaged by the parties to resolve the dispute which could be costly and time consuming for all parties involved.

This scenario outlines why it is important to seek legal advice before signing an agreement to lease. Properly describing the premises being leased is extremely important, especially where properties and car parks are being shared by different tenants.

A solicitor can help review the terms of an agreement to lease and ensure it incorporates appropriate conditions for the type of premises being leased.

Linley Hawkes, Phone 09 915 4384 linley@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 existing Tammy asset holding structures to ensure they achieve the needs McLeod 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 coconvenor of the NZICA Trust Special Interest Group.

Marian & Ed, Adele & Sean

Marian and Ed were delighted when their older daughter, Adele, returned from a rather extended OE. Adele had gone to London on a two year work visa ten years earlier, but met and fell in love with an Irishman living in London and had ended up staying for ten years. She came home not just with her now husband, Sean, but two small children. Marian and Ed were ever hopeful that Adele and Sean would settle on the North Shore, but the cost of property had increased so dramatically that it was really going to be a struggle for Adele and Sean to buy a house on the Shore.

Marian and Ed had done very well for themselves. They had started a small boutique wine shop many years ago which had developed into a small chain of wine shops which they still owned.

They had set up a family trust some years ago and now, as well as owning their family home and the shares in the business, the trust had a tidy sum of cash in it too. As the wine shop chain was providing a great income to Marian and Ed they decided that the trust could use the cash to purchase a home for Adele and Sean to live in with their children. They didn’t need the income that the cash was providing and it was a small price to pay to have Adele close and of course, those lovely grandchildren nearby.

Marian and Ed went to see their independent trustee who was their lawyer. He approved of their plans and they told Adele and Sean the good news and went house hunting. They were fortunate to buy a small, but run down cottage in a nearby street. Sean was something of a handy man and was confident he could turn the cottage into their dream home.

And it was a dream for about two years, until Sean got in touch with his childhood sweetheart back in Dublin, decided New Zealand wasn’t the place for him and went back to Dublin, breaking Adele’s heart. To add insult to injury Marian and Ed received a letter from a lawyer he had appointed before he left, saying that the cottage was rightfully half his because even though it was in Marian and Ed’s trust, he was a beneficiary of the trust and that he had completed all the hard work on the renovation creating much of its increased value. He also claimed that while it was in Marian and Ed’s trust, they had always said the property was his and Adele’s and so their trust was really just holding in on “constructive trust” for Adele and Sean.

Marian and Ed called their lawyer straight away in hope that their trust would be robust enough to stand up to this challenge.

Tammy McLeod, Phone 09 915 4386 tammy@dhlawyers.co.nz

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LEGALLY SPEAKING: SCHNAUER AND CO

Can a Trustee be personally liable?

Continuing on from my last article about becoming a trustee of a family trust, this article explores the liability that attaches to the role of a trustee.

So you have decided to become a trustee of a friend’s family trust. Is that the end of it? Should you worry about what happens with the trust?

As discussed in my previous article, a trustee cannot be passive in administering a trust - they must participate in all decisions the trustees make. A trustee cannot just rubberstamp decisions made by the other trustees.

One aspect that those new to trusteeship need to familiarise themselves with is the liability they face as a trustee. It is clear that if a trustee breaches the terms of the trust then they can be held personally liable, even if the breach was unintentional.

In some circumstances a new trustee can also be liable for the breaches committed by previous trustees.

Example 1 - take the situation where the previous trustees invested trust funds in an investment that breached the terms of the trust deed. If the new trustee discovers this breach (and they should as they have a duty know what the trust assets are and where they are), then if they do nothing to remedy the situation then the new trustee, along with the other trustees, can become personally liable for any loss the trust suffers arising from the investment.

Example 2 - if the trust owns a rental property then all rent paid belongs to the trust and should be paid into a trust bank account, accounted for correctly and tax paid when due. As a trustee you should ensure this happens. This can lead to difficult conversations

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with the other trustees as your friend might not want you delving into what they consider their financial affairs.

However, you, as a trustee, will be personally liable for unpaid taxes. Claiming that you actually had nothing to do with that part of your friend’s trust will not remove your liability.

Keeping trust funds separate from personal funds is an important part of trust management. Where your friend is a trustee as well as a beneficiary the situation is even more fraught as sometimes in these situations people treat the trust’s money as their own and do not want to get all of the trustees to ‘sign-off’ on what they do. Therefore a new trustee should ensure that the trust has its own bank account and that trust funds are kept separate from personal funds. Failure to do so will be a breach of trust by all trustees of their duty to properly account for the assets of the trust.

Keeping trust funds separate from personal funds is an important part of trust management.

Because a trustee can be personally liable for a trust’s loss or taxes, they should ensure that the trust is being administered correctly. This means they need to be involved in the trust’s administration and not sit on the sidelines.

Schnauer & Co, 222 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 0177 www.schnauer.com

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Our expertise lies in the following areas of the law: • Relationship Property and Family Law • Trusts/Asset Protection and Estate Planning • Property • Commercial • Elder Law • Employment

At Schnauer and Co we: • deliver client focused and innovative advice and solutions • build close relationships with our clients • are committed to providing high quality services and value to our clients

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ACCOUNTANCY: WITH MIKE ATKINSON BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Tax Spotlight:

Accountancy with Mike Atkinson of Bellingham Wallace.

Fringe benefit tax refocused 2017 marked the first year the Inland Revenue had a dedicated audit team which focused on Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT). While FBT makes up less than 5% of the Government’s tax take, the reviews proved that FBT has now become a staple part of the Inland Revenue audit process and taxpayers need to give the appropriate attention to compliance and the tax positions taken.

So, when are you liable for FBT? Let’s start with a quick recap. An employer is liable to pay FBT on benefits (meaning non-cash benefits) the employer provides to its employees. A list of common non-cash benefits that can be subject to FBT are: • Insurance premiums • Motor vehicles • Subsidised transport • Staff vouchers • Offsite carparks • In some instances, third party benefits Out of the above list, the big-ticket fringe benefit an employer could provide to an employee is making a motor vehicle available for the employee’s private use. Put simply: If an employer makes a motor vehicle available to an employee for their private use, the employer is likely to have to pay FBT in relation to that motor vehicle even if there is no actual private use.

It is making the vehicle available for private use that triggers the tax liability, not the actual private use.

Generally, travel between an employee’s home and work is private use. So simply restricting an employee to taking the vehicle home each night and using it to return to work the next day could still trigger an FBT liability.

What came out of the 2017 FBT Compliance Audits is that Inland Revenue is more focused on the substance of your business model and what this means for employees, followed by documentation to support the position. While in most cases taxpayers had the substance part, the lack of documentation weakened the FBT position taken and in some cases resulted in negotiated settlements with Inland Revenue. This is a costly exercise as the Inland Revenue can reassess four years of FBT returns going back and if you have not filed returns penalties may apply.

If you provide a company owned / company leased motor vehicle to an employee the Inland Revenue want to review: • The employee’s job description • The employee’s employment contract • The company policy on motor vehicles • Any private use restriction letter in place signed by the Directors of the company and the respective employee.

• Support showing regular checks on the motor vehicle to ensure no private use is arising.

• Employees performance review notes to see comments on adherence to company policies.

• For shareholder-employees it has been suggested a higher standard should apply to the documentation.

So, what can you do?

It is likely that what is needed is a fresh pair of eyes. In order to

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truly understand your specific FBT position, your advisor needs to understand your business model and then what duties you require your employees to undertake. Naturally what documentation you have in place will be important in making an assessment, including: Have you elected for a different 24-hour period? For example, if an employee takes a vehicle home at 6 pm and returns to work the next day at 8 am, the vehicle is available for private use on two days (due to midnight being the ending of one day and the start of the next). If the employee taking the vehicle home is not automatically a regular occurrence, the employer may wish to elect to measure their “days” from midday to midday which would result in only one day on which the vehicle was available for private use.

If an employer places restrictions on the private use of motor vehicles, the employer should document that restriction, make sure there is evidence that the restriction has been notified to employees, and actively undertake checks to ensure employees are complying with the restriction. Inland Revenue expects these checks to be undertaken at least quarterly.

If an employer makes a motor vehicle available to an employee for their private use, the employer is likely to have to pay FBT… Are there any exemptions to FBT? There are exemptions from paying FBT on motor vehicles for workrelated business trips, use of the vehicle for emergency calls, and for vehicles that qualify as work-related vehicles.

It has become clear that the work-related vehicle exemption is commonly misunderstood. If your vehicle is sign-written with the employer’s name and/or logo this does not make the vehicle a work-related motor vehicle. While having the vehicle sign-written is a requirement for a work-related vehicle, there are a number of other requirements to be satisfied before this exemption applies. To be a work-related vehicle the vehicle must be: • Sign-written; and • Must not be a vehicle designed principally to carry passengers; and • For which private use is limited to travel between home and work as a requirement of the employee’s work or is otherwise incidental to the performance of employment duties.

So where to from here?

What last year has shown even more clearly is that FBT is very casespecific. Something as small as the wording of the insurance policy can change the tax treatment!

At Bellingham Wallace we aim to keep you safe and help you grow. Underpinning this is a firm tax strategy around how you return your taxes. Once the FBT position is confirmed, we use proven audit technology to automate the various FBT calculations required and then file with the Inland Revenue. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss your particular circumstances and recommend how you should be returning FBT. www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

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BOWLS NORTH HARBOUR: NEWS

with Lindsay Knight

Bowls local version of 20-20 cricket across the Shore Over the past few weeks, for much of March, North Harbour’s bowling clubs have shed some of their sedate atmosphere, at least on Thursday evenings, and taken on some of the hype and colour generally associated with the likes of 20-20 cricket.

This has been generated by Bowls North Harbour’s latest innovation, the Power Play Pairs League, which has been adapted for twilight play along the lines of the successful Australian quickfire bowls competition.

Instead of fours rolling up on a leisurely Saturday afternoon, teams of six split into three pairs playing only two bowls per player in two sets of just five ends.

The competition includes an adaptation of cricket’s power play in which teams can choose a particular end in which the number of shots they secure can be doubled.

Unfortunately, inopportune showers washed out the scheduled opening on March 8, but the aim was for the competition to be played over four days into early April, climaxing with a Grand Final on Sunday, April 8th. At stake will be prize money worth $2000.

The various Harbour clubs have been split into four zones: Helensville and Riverhead in the first, Warkworth, Orewa and Manly in the second, Takapuna, Milford, Mairangi Bay and Belmont Park in the third and Birkenhead, Beach Haven, Northcote, Sunnybrae and Glenfield in the fourth.

Centre chairman Graham Dorreen has been one of the inspirations behind the new competition’s introduction. “We want to drive something that is enjoyable and fun as well as competitive,” he says. “There’s a real buzz around the concept.”

The competition format is ideally suited to some of the younger, athletic age-group who in recent years have been attracted, as has been the case in Australia for some time, to the sport.

A good example of this type of newer player is one of the rising stars not only of North Harbour bowls but of New Zealand, Rory Soden.

At just 23 Soden, now with the Browns Bay club, has already compiled an impressive bowling CV, which has been fitted around a busy working life in the building industry.

In each of the 2016-17 and 2017-18 season, he was an outstanding inspiring singles player in the Harbour development team which gained back to back national titles. He’s also well on his way to becoming a centre gold star holder with two championships already to his credit, in Browns Bay teams which won the fours in 2016-17 and the triples last season.

He also collected several national age group titles and his consistency last season was recognised with both the centre award as the outstanding male bowler in the one-to-eight year category and the overall supreme award.

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Rory Soden, 23 year old from the Browns Bay Bowling Club.

This culminated in national selection, in the New Zealand under 25s who met their Australian counterparts in this year’s Transtasman series and as New Zealand’s representative in the world under 25 singles championship at Broadbeach on Queensland’s Gold Coast.

Harbour centre chairman Graham Dorreen, who has much to do with Soden in the past two seasons as selector and coach of the representative one-to-eight year side, made a special trip across the Tasman to give Soden support and was pleased with his efforts.

In what was stiff competition, with a number of the bowlers near world class, Soden narrowly missed making the play-offs, winning five of his 10 games. But most of his games were close and had just one more gone his way he would have been a semi-finalist. www.bowlsnorthharbour.com

CARING FOR YOUR CAR: WITH TAKAPUNA CARWASH

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 Takapuna Carwash, facing the motorway in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Rob is more than happy to help you out with any car cleaning issues. Email: rbjaw@xtra.co.nz or phone 09 488 7000.

Banish those white marks!

Have you ever seen white marks on your car that won’t wash off and wondered what they are?

Before.

After

Before.

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I see these daily at the carwash and people ask me, 'How did they get there?'

'Is there any way to remove them?'

How did they get there?

In the photos above you can see the obvious hand print. These marks come from hand body lotions, hand creams and sun screen. They are not always as obvious as the examples shown and can be from kids leaning on the car leaving smears or the rolling of an arm or leg brushing the car.

This issue with these marks is that we tend to leave them or try to wash them off only to find that the mark won’t lift. Once left, the sun plays its nasty role in helping the lotions bake onto the car, etching into your clear coats or paint work.

For prevention, always try to wipe the excess lotion off the kids before they leave the beach so once they start touching the car minimal transfer occurs.

Is there any way to remove them?

Good news, yes! Depending on the age of the mark, any good cutting compound applied by hand and then polished over will remove these marks.

The older marks that have etched into your paintwork will need to be machine cut off to get a good result.

The usual affected areas are around the boot, on the roof above the doors and on the doors themselves.

My advice is, when you see these marks deal to them quickly, minimising the amount of direct sunlight that hits the car, as this is when issues start.

If you are unable to do the job, we are always are more than happy to help down at Takapuna Carwash to remove these for you.

Contact Rob Bonnici at Takapuna Carwash or via email: rbjaw@xtra.co.nz or phone 4 88-7000.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL

Sold for $5.775 million …55 Barrys Point, Takapuna, purchased at a 4.95% yield.

Commercial property market kicks off 2018 on strong note The North Shore commercial and industrial property market looks set for another good year with Bayleys North Shore Commercial already notching up a number of substantial sales.

The commercial property market has bounced back to life again after the slowdown that occurred late last year prior to the formation of the new coalition government.

“There was a decline in sales activity in the lead up to the September election and in the month-long period of uncertainty that followed while coalition negotiations were undertaken,” says Bayleys North Shore Commercial director Nick Howe-Smith. “However, once the government was finalised, and investors realised that its impact on the commercial and industrial property market was likely to be relatively neutral, activity got moving again. It’s now pretty much back to business as usual.”

Bayleys North Shore Commercial had a significant presence in Bayleys’ first national Total Property portfolio for 2018 – released early February and featuring over 70 commercial and industrial properties for sale from around the country – and has achieved some excellent results from it.

Four North Shore properties sold under the hammer at auction and three others that were passed in have conditional contracts on them, including a large site and commercial building with development potential at 8-12 The Promenade in central Takapuna, which was set aside at $6,500,000.

The largest unconditional sale to date from the first Total Property portfolio is a fully leased commercial building with seven tenants at 55 Barrys Point Road in Takapuna, which sold by tender for $5,775,000 at a 4.95% yield through James Kidd and Matt Mimmack.

The 1,549m² building is located halfway along the busy arterial road on a high profile 1,575m² corner site. Developed in the 1970s at a time when Barrys Point Road was predominantly an industrial area, it was originally divided into three self-contained warehouse/workshop tenancies. With Barrys Point Road’s shift to more of a retail and

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commercial precinct, the premises have been refurbished to allow for a mix of showroom and offices with small storage and car parking areas.

Matt Mimmack says the property attracted considerable interest from neighbours, investors and owner occupiers, with multiple tenders received because of the opportunity to add value under its new Auckland Unitary Plan Mixed Use zoning. This allows for the continued transformation of Barrys Point Road to a retail/commercial area with the added inclusion of residential. Intensive commercial and/or residential development is permitted up to 18 metres (four storeys) high.

Orchard Park success Three properties in the recently completed Orchard Park Retail Hub at 21 Corinthian Drive, Albany which also featured in the Total Property portfolio attracted strong enquiry and sold at a total value of $6,410,000.

The largest offering encompassing the hub’s anchor tenancy, a 450m² Chinese supermarket, was sold by Deadline Private Treaty for $4,300,000 at a 6.04% yield by Eddie Zhong, Ranjan Unka and Terry Kim. The unit, located at the main entrance, is leased to the Yummy Mart supermarket for eight years from August 2017 with three eightyear rights of renewal.

Two other units in a corner position in the Orchard Park Retail Hub occupied by takeaway restaurants sold at auction through Eddie Zhong and Steven Liu. An 87m² unit sold for $1,200,000 at a 4.47% yield with a 10-year lease from September 2017 to Double Happy Chinese restaurant.

The auctioning of this property was brought forward after the vendor received an offer of $1,073,440 that they were prepared to accept.

“Bidding commenced at this price, which became the declared reserve, and additional competition from other parties – we had close to 20 people attending the auction – pushed the final sale price up a further $126,560,” says Eddie Zhong.

Hot property… Asian supermarket, one of three units sold in Orchard Park Retail Hub at a total value of $6.41 million.

An adjoining 76m² unit with a five-year lease from August 2017 to Smile Dessert also attracted multiple bidders at auction before selling for $910,000 at a 4.94% yield. Bidding started at $400,000 and the property was declared to be “on the market” (meaning it had passed its reserve price) by auctioneer Richard Valintine at $850,000.

Bidding quickly advanced to $900,000 and then a sequence of $1000 increases followed before the hammer finally came down.

Eddie Zhong says the units are part of one of the biggest convenience retail centres to be developed on the North Shore in recent years. Orchard Park Retail Hub has 16 units totalling 2,026m² with 94 common car parks and is the final stage of a two-part development undertaken by Northbridge Properties. The neighbouring first stage of the project, the Corinthian Retail Centre at 14 Corinthian Drive, has 14 units and 54 shared parks.

Eddie Zhong says nearly all of the units were sold off the plans or during construction by Bayleys North Shore Commercial to a mix of owner occupiers or investors who have subsequently leased the premises. The units are occupied by a variety of predominantly food and beverage outlets with some other essential service retail providers.

“This has been a very successful project which has met with strong uptake from the market because of its high exposure positioning, with triple frontage to Albany Highway, Corinthian Drive and Data Way, an abundance of common car parking as well as a wide commercial catchment and a significant population base from which to draw customers.”

The Orchard Park retail complex is the latest in a variety of major retail and mix used developments that Bayleys North Shore Commercial’s retail team has been involved with in recent years. Eddie Zhong says an important factor in the success of these projects has been the retail team’s involvement “from scratch” including in the concept design, planning and finally marketing and sales and leasing.

Industrial property sought after Another substantial property featured in an earlier Bayleys’ Total Property portfolio, an 8,524m² industrial site at 201 Archers Road, Wairau Valley has sold for $7,040,000 through Ranjan Unka, Trevor Duffin and Matt Mimmack. Buildings on the underutilised site comprise a 1,700m² warehouse constructed in the early 1980s, plus a variety of small structures and lean-tos, generating net holding income of $181,333pa from two tenants.

On the market for the first time in more than 30 years, the property received nine tenders and sold to a local owner-occupier at a land value of $825/m².

“We fielded high volumes of enquiry with a lot of interest from local parties who recognise the inherent value of the Wairau Valley precinct,” says Ranjan Unka. “The offering was keenly contested by both owner-occupiers and investors looking to secure a large site in a sought-after area close to main arterials.”

“The lack of available industrial land and increases in land values are particularly acute in Wairau Valley,” says Trevor Duffin. “As a result, there’s been hardly any new industrial development in recent times so that pushes demand up.”

With the property’s existing tenants on month-to-month tenancies, the offering had particular appeal to owner-occupiers who have been struggling to find large properties in this popular area, says Ranjan Unka. “While in reasonable condition, the property has scope for improvement and the large yard area could lend itself to future redevelopment.”

Other recent notable industrial sales by Bayleys North Shore Commercial include: • A recently refurbished 2,424m² industrial building on a 4,532m² road-front site at 1-3 Parkhead Place, Albany sold for $5,100,000 at a 7.7% yield through Alex Strever, Laurie Burt and Matt Mimmack. It is fully leased to five tenants.

• Two industrial buildings totalling 1,032m² on a 2,002m² site at 162 Foundry Road, Silverdale sold for $3,050,000 at a 4.92% yield through Rosemary Wakeman and Matt Mimmack. Two tenants are on four and five year leases.

Powerful portfolio Bayleys’ Total Property portfolio was established nearly 20 years ago to pool together commercial and industrial properties for sale from around the country and provide potential buyers with an easy way of accessing what is available in the market.

Now produced eight times a year, it offers vendors a very effective means of targeting national and international investors, says Nick Howe-Smith, director of Bayleys North Shore Commercial.

“It offers sellers a more cost-effective and targeted way of accessing buyers than through a traditional standalone marketing campaign and also enables a much bigger pool of potential purchasers to be reached, with Total Property’s substantial distribution database having being built up over many years. It is constantly qualified and updated and provides vendors with access to the most powerful buyer database in the country,” says Nick Howe-Smith.

“Total Property also offers investors, owner-occupiers and developers the most comprehensive range of opportunities available in the market to consider and choose from.”

Total Property listings are promoted in a magazine that also has informative editorial on the commercial property market and are also heavily marketed online (www.bayleys.co.nz/totalproperty).

Bayleys North Shore Commercial is currently sourcing properties for Bayleys’ next Total Property which closes on May 11 and is released to the market on May 25.

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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A VERY EXCITING AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE INVESTMENT IN A STRONG LOCATION Bathed in sun and on a high profile site this Silverdale Icon would make a great addition to your investment portfolio. The property comprises an approx 206m2 modern building housing the popular Northern Union Gastro Pub. The location is second to none in what is arguably Auckland fastest growing region. Located on one of the main arterial routes through Silverdale to the massive Millwater development it is perfectly positioned for maximum exposure.

The building was purpose built and has a long lease to a very experienced and successful operator. All the right ingredients are here.

Can there a more secure or interesting place to invest your money?

Call Elaine or Bruce for further information.

KEY FEATURES: • Approx 206m2 purpose-built tavern • Modern building in a fast-growing Location • Long Lease to a proven operator • High profile elevated position • Current Rental $123,873.75 plus GST pa

For Sale by Auction: 12:00pm 3 May (unless sold prior) Elaine Tutty 021 951 810 | e.tutty@barfoot.co.nz

Bruce Jiao 021 818 077 | b.jiao@barfoot.co.nz

Contact the record-setting Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial Team Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial – 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna.

Phone 489-3880 or visit: www.barfoot.co.nz/commercial

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ALBANY INDUSTRIAL AUCTION As the North shore and Auckland continue to grow, industrial own and occupy / investment opportunities in the tightly held North Harbour Industrial Estate have become increasingly scarce in such convenient and central locations.

With brilliant road exposure and building configuration, this property will appeal to a wide range of purchasers.

KEY FEATURES: • Total building area of approximately 505.97m2 with excellent road frontage to Rosedale Road • Highly sought after location with great access to the motorway, even in peak hour traffic • 12 car parks make this ideal for a wholesale distributor • Vacant possession, be your own landlord or ideal investment opportunity • Favorable business - Light Industry Zoning, allows for a wide range of uses

For Sale by Auction: 12:00pm, Thursday 12 April 2018

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www.barfoot.co.nz/77785 Contact the Sole Agents, David or Chase, for further details and to receive the Information Memorandum. Viewing by appointment only.

David Goodhue 021 663 633 | d.goodhue@barfoot.co.nz

Chase Erceg 021 049 0079 | c.erceg@barfoot.co.nz

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MAIN STRIP RETAIL IN BROWNS BAY First time to the market for many years, these retail premises are now for sale.

Prime corner location, fronting onto Clyde Road and also bordering an adjacent vehicle and pedestrian access adjacent the northern side of the premises. Clyde Road is the main retail strip in Browns Bay and only a short walk to the popular beach and amenity.

Comprising of 265m2 of ground floor retail, currently vacant and presenting an opportunity for either an owner occupier or an astute investor to purchase.

The premises are unit titled, one of six within the freehold, four of the units comprise of a residential development on the eastern end of the freehold.

Browns Bay is an affluent suburb. There has been and currently is significant growth and development of high density apartments within the commercial area.

Zoned Town Centre under the Auckland Unitary Plan provides for a wide range of activities including commercial, leisure, residential, tourist, cultural, community and civic services.

KEY FEATURES: • For Sale by Tender • Retail - 265m2 • Main retail shopping strip • Prominent corner position • Vacant Possession

For Sale by Tender: Closing 4:00pm, Thursday 12 April 2018 www.barfoot.co.nz/77721 Gary Seekup Bruce Jiao 027 226 9880 | g.seekup@barfoot.co.nz 021 818 077 | b.jiao@barfoot.co.nz

Contact the record-setting Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial Team Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial – 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna.

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LIFESTYLE LIVING: 3RD FAIRWAY, ALBANY

Stunning residential development right by the golf course North Shore Golf Club members now have a brand new third fairway as a result of land being developed for premium residential homes right by the golf course.

Twenty-one sites have recently been released as part of stage two of this development. Six of these have already been sold in addition to the 10 sold during stage one.

The gated community is made up of 31 lots in all. All the homes will either face the golf courses third fairway or the picturesque council-owned esplanade reserve that leads to Lucas Creek. Either way the outlook is special.

The 3rd Fairway project started eight years ago for the three Vincent brothers Richard, Chris and Andrew, who are developing the site. They are passionate about the project which has involved the planting of 12,000 new native plants, enhancing the lovely stream that is full of eels and birdlife.

“For golfers we believe this is paradise, but it also ticks a number of other boxes as well for families,” says Richard Vincent, who has been the driving force behind the project. It’s his baby. “It is a very special environment – like living in a park – but with some of Auckland’s very best schools close by. These include Kristin School as well as Albany Junior and Senior Highs.

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“With sections still available from 550 square metres through to 2200 square metres, purchasers have a great choice as well. It is called 3rd Fairway because it was formed from the old third hole and fairway and the new owners can have a grandstand position looking northwards over the picturesque new fairway that has been created by international course designer Grant Puddingcombe.”

There is no doubt that 3rd Fairway will appeal to golfers, being located beside what is probably the best 27 holes in the country. It will also appeal to those who are looking for a lifestyle that includes benefits such as security, safety, belonging and tranquility. Bush walks will be at their doorsteps.

“Stage one is completely sold out and we are not expecting stage two sites to stay around too long either,” adds Richard Vincent. “This is a unique opportunity for those in the market to secure a superb site in a premium subdivision and build their very own architectural masterpiece to fit in with the beautiful natural environment.”

Visit: www.3rdfairway.co.nz or contact Mark Fitzgerald at Harcourts Cooper & Co. on 021357080 or email: Mark.Fitzgerald@harcourts.co.nz

3RD FAIRWAY

FAIRWAY TO HEAVEN SECTIONS RANGING FROM

550M2 - 2,200M2

3rd Fairway is an exciting, beautifully located subdivision with a sense of security, safety and belonging with the very best of shopping, entertainment, sporting facilities and community right on your doorstep.

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Exclusive subdivision

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Beautiful bush reserves with private bush walks

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Sections from 550m2 backing on to the golf course right through to 2,200m2

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Ideal for family living, lock up & leave housing or your very own architectural masterpiece

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Close proximity to some of the North Shore’s most exclusive schools

Secure your piece of this private enclave today and build for the future in a location that offers so much more than the rest.

MARK FITZGERALD M: 021 357 080 | P: 09 477 6452 | E: mark.fitzgerald@harcourts.co.nz

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No.1 Salesperson, Barfoot & Thompson, 2012-2013 & 2018 Top Salesperson, Mairangi Bay Branch, 2000-2013 & 2018 Top 25 Salesperson, Barfoot & Thompson, 2000-2018

Nadja barfoot.co.nz/n.court Nadja has consistently been one of the company’s elite performing salespeople since beginning her real estate career with Barfoot & Thompson Mairangi Bay in the late nineties. In that time Nadja has built a reputation as a consummate professional, providing a steadfast commitment to her clients with attentive personal service, indepth area knowledge and innovative marketing strategies.

Nadja’s successful track record is testament to her extensive knowledge of the North Shore property market and her ability to develop targeted marketing strategies, including all forms of media; print, social media and digital.

Nadja is acutely aware of the North Shore’s ever changing growth trends and market diversity, as well as the latest unitary plans. Having experienced many different property cycles during her time in the industry. Nadja will negotiate the highest possible sales result for you, regardless of the market conditions or sale type.

Nadja’s natural sales skills are complemented by her very infectious passion for selling property. She is driven, tenacious, experienced and absolutely committed to her clients. Energetic in all aspects of her life, Nadja’s enthusiasm and focus extends to the smallest detail. She is able to think quickly on her feet, is creative and has the uncanny ability to resuscitate many property transactions that would otherwise have fallen apart.

Growing up in the East Coast Bays and still living locally with an extensive network of family and friends around her, Nadja’s love for the North Shore and all that it offers is evident in her work and her lifestyle.

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Nadja would love to help you achieve an exceptional result or find the perfect property.

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Pedigree Position & Freehold Title By the Sea Located on one of Murray’s Bay’s most sought-after streets, 17a Bournemouth Terrace epitomises fantastic family living by the sea. Tucked into the gently sloping site, the two-level home showcases dazzling views over the water.

Just a few minutes’ walk from home, Murrays Bay is a picturesque local beach, renowned for its safe swimming environment, popular wharf and worldclass sailing club. The neighbourhood is in zone for and within walking distance from Murrays Primary, Intermediate and Rangitoto College, while the walkway next door accesses both the Crow’s Nest Rise Walk and North Shore City Coastal Walk. They arrive at Mairangi Bay for coffee, shopping and dinner, and although the pristine location offers peace and relaxation at its best, the CBD is an easy commute.

The property is framed with well established, mature gardens, including a thick hedge creating privacy from the road. Arriving down the short driveway, there’s a single carport, as well as another designated parking space above. The residence was crafted to maximise the outlook over Murrays Bay, with a perfect north-facing aspect flooding the rooms with light and sun. Entry level is on the top floor, where the foyer flows through to the open plan lounge, dining 17A BOURNEMOUTH TERRACE, and kitchen. The seaviews are on display via a wall of windows, as MURRAYS BAY well as a set of doors that flow out to the expansive deck. Glittering water of the bay extends out to the expanse of the gulf, which is Tender: 17th April 2018, CV $2,250,000 always alive with nautical activity.

Viewing by Appointment: Please call Nadja 021 777 690 The original design style of towering peaked ceilings and polished View property online: wooden floors still works well today, but has been modernised with contemporary white paint on the walls and a brand new kitchen. This http://www.barfoot.co.nz/754535 has white stone benches, smart white cabinetry and a double oven.

For further information contact: There’s a newly renovated, tiled family bathroom with bath on this Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson, Mairangi Bay level, along with two bedrooms – one that opens out to the deck.

M: 021 777 690 or 215 2243 Three original frosted glass window panes illuminate the staircase to e: n.court@barfoot.co.nz the carpeted lower level, where another bathroom services two more bedrooms. One of the rooms down here could also serve as a second For further information about 17a Bournemouth Terrace, Murrays Bay, living area, as it flows out via sliding doors to the perfectly flat rear contact: Barfoot & Thompson Mairangi Bay lawn and garden.

(Licensed under the REAA 2008). Phone 478 9089.

This Murray’s Bay property relishes a true pedigree position at the heart of the East Coast Bays. It’s within walking distance from everything the sought-after suburb is so coveted for and embodies the quintessential family lifestyle by the sea.

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