YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER |May 2018 | No.193
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Coatesville Remembers on ANZAC Day
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ew Zealand's war horses were among those honoured at the ANZAC Day commemoration service organised by the CRRA. Local equestrian Lynette Herbke and her 23-year-old mare, 'Moonie' (Blue Moon), stood proudly in remembrance of the huge contribution made by horses during the first and second World Wars. Lynette says she became aware of their moving story after visiting a memorial in Waiouru to a New Zealand war horse named Bess. "During World War I, New Zealand sent 10,238 horses into battle and of those only four returned home after the war ended. Bess was one of the four," Lynette explains. "They were
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the soldiers' best friends and endured terrible conditions on the way to battle in Palestine and Egypt with the Mounted Rifles. "On the battlefield, the horses were expected to lie down while soldiers leant against them, firing rifles across their backs. And at the end of the war, because quarantine regulations made it almost impossible to bring them home, many were abandoned or killed by their soldiers who couldn't face leaving them to a cruel future." Lynette wore a slouch hat similar to the ones worn by the Mounted Rifles and Moonie stood like a rock throughout the service, even when the bugle sounded, "although her ears did go forward a bit," says Lynette.
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Above: Lynette and Moonie representing New Zealand's war horses on ANZAC Day
MAY ISSUE CONTENTS
May news Busy times at Settlers Hall FOTS update ANZAC Day images Damp camp CCGC goes west Road safety plans Classifieds Autumn attitude
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spent ANZAC Day in London this year, on holiday. It was the first time in a few years that I wasn't at Coatesville's commemoration service outside the Settlers Hall with the familiar faces of our community all around. As a Kiwi, I assumed 25 April was only really marked by New Zealand and Australia, but in London there were three formal commemoration services on ANZAC Day. Unlike home, you needed a ticket to attend them, so instead I looked for evidence of ANZAC Day in London. The NZ, Australian and UK flags flew at half-mast at Marble Arch and there were plenty of wreaths visible at monuments in Hyde Park. But one that surprised me was a single wreath at a monument in Stevenage, about half an hour away by train. The message read: "Today, we the people of Stevenage remember those who travelled from so far to fight shoulder to shoulder with the
men from this town, The ANZACs." This modest tribute confirmed that even far from the political centre of London, the English remember the ANZACs' contribution. The photos of Coatesville's ANZAC Day in this issue are all courtesy of Neil Baudinet, local resident, CRRA committee member and amateur photographer, thanks Neil. Check out his colour photos on pages 6 and 7. I returned home on 30 April and learned that tragically, two more people had died in accidents on Dairy Flat Highway. On page 10 Louise Johnston shares AT's feedback to the community petition that asked for the speed limit to be reduced on this road. They have some great ideas but something tells me drivers need to change their behaviour behind the wheel if we're to seriously improve road safety. Your editor,
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News from the Coatesville Settlers Hall By Alan Curtis
In September 2016, Coatesville was otherwise any surpluses become chosen by Rodney Local Board to be subject to taxation and Inland a pioneer community to manage its Revenue then becomes the own hall – by the local community, beneficiary. for the community. So, at that time In summary, the first financial 27 members of our community year for the society ended on 30 volunteered to become members June, 2017. During the previous of the Incorporated Society to 12 months revenues continued to effectively be stakeholders as the go to Auckland Council though Coatesville Settlers Hall moved into they also picked up the costs. The uncharted waters. licence to occupy the hall was The hall completed its first full year finally approved by the Rodney of operation as an incorporated Local Board in June 2017. Despite society in September 2017 and this the society’s accounts did held its first annual general meeting produce a small surplus for the (AGM) in October that year. It turned year from other revenues including out that communication regarding donations. the meeting could have been better The current financial year is and so regrettably there were not progressing well largely due to the sufficient members present to considerable number of wedding form a quorum. Subsequently a bookings this summer season. special general meeting (SGM) was This in itself has caused some reasonably requested which was concerns in the community as the held at the end of March. hall has been so well booked that Lesson learned, and after some Coatesville locals have struggled improved communication with to find dates for their own events if more than enough in attendance at they are not booked over a year in the SGM, a further 14 volunteered to advance. become members. Subsequently to the SGM, the The meeting was lively and new committee has considered afterwards there was a real this issue and has moved to limit consensus that the village should the number of bookings for the unite behind the hall. A new 2018/19 season to a level that will committee was voted in and allow other events to be slotted in. Ever had mess undertook to review feedback from All the above and more will the SGM. be included in proposals for leftThis behind? included reviewing the discussion and change at the next constitution based on some good AGM in October 2018. points raised at the SGM, which The good news about having included having better clarity a successful venue is that the around how any surplus funds are funds that are raised through utilised. Another of the key drivers is hiring out the hall enable the that the society needs to be clearly committee to provide the facility defined with a suitable charitable to community groups at no charge No mess, no dodgy products & status (meaning surplus funds are while residents also benefit from a run around. We guarantee it. usedno to support the community) or heavily discounted hire rate.
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FOTS raises the bar By Anneke Bodde
The end of April marks the start of term two for children at Coatesville School and a busy time ahead for the Friends of the School Association (FOTS). At the group's annual general meeting held in March, the FOTS agreed to repeat the fundraising and events for 2018 that saw them raise and donate more than $60,000 to the school in 2017. Coatesville School parent Jason Steel was elected chairperson for a second year and is keen to keep up the group's momentum. “We are fortunate to have a great community in Coatesville who generously support what we do. Last year our school disco went down a treat with the kids, and the parents' Casino night was well supported by locals and a fantastic hit – people asked for another one, so we're doing it again. Keep your eyes and ears to the ground for the date. It’s a brilliant night out. “We were very lucky with the weather for our Ag Day, which ran smoothly and had a good turn-out of people from all over Auckland. Ag Day is where the bulk of our fundraising comes from, it’s a big day for the school and the kids, plus it’s part of what makes our school special," says Jason. The FOTs firewood initiative which started last April is proving to be another successful endeavour generating valuable revenue. “We intended to gather, stack, sell and deliver firewood to raise money – we saw it as a way of involving kids and parents in a positive activity. We've earnt close to $6,000 so far and we still have firewood available.” Jason says the 2018 events will be bigger and better than those held in 2017: “We’ve set a higher target this year and all going to plan, we’ll achieve it.” Coatesville School principal Richard Johnson says the money the school receives from the FOTS helps in many ways. "Last year we made a number of improvements to the adventure playground and the new forest playground, plus funding from FOTS assists with providing specialist teachers and support for classroom teachers. "This year, we have an exciting building project currently being planned. The extension, and significant renovation of our library will provide us with a multi-purpose space for a range of teaching and learning opportunities and for all important school events. We will need FOTS' funding to help ensure the space has all the essential furniture, fittings and technology needed to make it a highly effective and well utilised. We thank FOTS hugely for their ongoing support in making essential developments happen around the school.”
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Coatesville's ANZAC Day commemoration
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cross of poppies adorned the Coatesville Reserve to welcome the large gathering who came to honour those who served their country both at home and abroad. During the commemorative service, MC duties were conducted by our Rodney Local Board member Louise Johnston. She was joined at the podium by representatives from three local schools, the Coatesville Scouts, the RNZAF Auckland Base Band, Mike Rowe from the CRRA, Reverend Robin Palmer from the Browns Bay Presbyterian Church, Flight Lieutenant Craig Clark, Flying Officer Hemi Frires and Local MP Chris Penk. It was an honour for your Coatesville Residents and Ratepayers’ Association to carry on the tradition of hosting this special event on your behalf. Thank you to the Rodney Local Board, Auckland Council, the New Zealand Defence Force and the team from the Coatesville Settlers’ Hall for their generous support.
4 1. A large crowd attended the service. 2. The cross of poppies courtesy of the CRRA. 3. VIP's Betty Owen and Joan Gibbs whose family members feature on the Coatesville Roll of Honour. 4. from left: Kate Wyber, Kristin School; Louise Johnston, Rodney Local Board; MP Chris Penk; Georgina Bowden, Coatesville School; Reverend Robin Palmer, Browns Bay Presbytarian Church; Nina Ivancevic, Pinehurst School; Mike Rowe, CRRA; and Flying Officer Hemi Frires, RNZAF; 5. Charlotte Bowden, Kristin School; 6. Mitchell Donnell, Pinehurst School. 7. Aaron Quintal with his restored 1966 Ferret car.
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Bad weather no problem for Scouts Our cubs arrived at 9am on Saturday as planned and the scouts helped them set up their tents. Everyone had an explore along the riverside track and the scouts completed their pioneering tasks to build a flagpole and some bench seating for our Scouts and cubs sizzle-up some sausages for lunch dining shelter. Then, after flag break everyone cooked their n March, the Coatesville Scouts own sausages for lunch over small and Cubs held a group camp on open fires. a local property on Sunnyside The afternoon activity to make Road. The weekend's long-range Hobo stoves (from large catering forecast looked ominous, but the tins) was just starting, under sun was shining as the scouts the dining shelter, when we arrived on Friday evening to set were again hit by a tremendous up camp. However, it wasn't long downpour. It was so heavy and before the heavens opened up so loud on the tarpaulin roof that and boy, did it rain hard for half an trying to give instructions was hour! Damp scouts soon emerged impossible. This rain, on top of the with news that their tents had previous night's, produced some flooded. Luckily the rain stopped huge puddles and we watched within an hour soMEAT armed with cups KUMEU PROCESSORS apprehensively as they grew. and sponges they proceeded to Luckily, within two hours the rain Quality Home Meat Processing empty and dry out theKilled floors of had passed and things began their tents. A roaring campfire and Phone: 09 412 2007 Mobile: 021 685out 199 again. From then on to dry a late supper of milo and cookies we had a few light showers but had warm and smiling 80everyone F Main Road, Kumeu nothing significant enough to stop before bed. there were (behind BNZAlthough Bank) camp activities. heavy downfalls during the night, info@meat.net.nz The puddles near the cub’s byemail: morning the storm seemed to tents did not get close enough have passed. The grass was damp, www.meat.net.nz to become a problem and there was a little mud, and the river Home of the tasty sausage provided much fun for people to had risen about a metre (still way wade through, with or without below our campsite area), but it gumboots; amazing how water appeared the worst of the rain had and mud attracts kids. passed.
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Everyone prepared their own baked apple dessert cooked in the embers of the bonfire and after a hearty dinner our cheery bunch bedded down for the night. Sunday dawned bright, warm and sunny. The highlight of the day was the plastic waterslide down the hill (shown below). Despite a few initial apprehensions all the kids had numerous goes, and towards the end were racing down in large groups. The leaders also got amongst the fun but I think they found the bumpy ground a little harder than the kids. After lunch we completed the camp pack down and flag-down ceremony before it was time for everyone to depart. Despite the worst the weather could throw at us, all 16 cubs and scouts had a wonderful weekend and experienced a camp in the rain that they can talk about for years. A very special thank you to Owen and Carol Aspden for allowing us to use their property. By Phil Smith
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growth of the trees. The autumn and spring displays would prove stunning. This is one of those gardens that will only get better as it matures. The last garden on our schedule belonged to the Jennings and featured symmetrical perennial bedding areas set in a backdrop of evergreen elders and hydrangeas (seen below). It has been cleverly planted with colour themes and a choice of plants that do not require too much attention, and once again is a garden that will mature with style and be enjoyed by families for generations to come. By Tanya Ankersmit Coatesville Country Garden Club
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ig views, big gardens and big futures; our last club trips covered four extensive gardens in the north-west Auckland area where space is not measured in metres squared, but hectares. Two gardens, Haumoana Farm and The Waller’s at Waioneke, were visited in the South Head region, sitting high atop the hills and with commanding views over the Kaipara Harbour and beyond. Both mastered their position through the thoughtful principles of design planning applied by their owners. This ensured that the gardens met the challenges presented by the ever-present sea breezes. Despite the disparity in ages of the gardens both sets of owners share the common ethos of planting and maintaining the garden for
generations to come. As Caecilius Statius said, “We plant trees not for ourselves, but for future generations”. The same could be said for the two gardens visited in the Kumeu area in April, which despite their young ages of 10 and 14 years respectfully, had the sound foundation of good design that will last through the generations. The Auld’s Arboretum showcases their passion for exotic trees, which although already extensive, is being added to each winter with new plantings. The rich silty soil and access to water all year round has led to the prolific
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fter a very sad week on Dairy Flat Highway (DFH) with two fatalities in two separate accidents and another accident at the intersection of Coatesville Riverhead Highway (CRH), locals are understandably upset about the lack of progress on making DFH safer. However, I can confirm that Auckland Transport has come back with a formal response to the community petition presented to them in March. In their response they propose the following: 1) To lower the speed limit on DFH from before Green Road to before Kahikatea Flat Road to 80km/hr. 2) Lower the speed limit to 60km/ hr at the intersection of DFH and Kahikatea Flat Road with a 200300m radius. This is the location of Dairy Flat Bakery, dairy and Caltex station. 3) They are currently investigating the intersection at Green Road. The narrow bridge on DFH was built in the 1930’s and they are looking at the possibility of widening the carriageway of DFH and also reviewing the location of the bus stop on DFH opposite Green Road. 4) They are reviewing the safety and operation of the intersection of DFH and Blackbridge Road and location of the bus stop.
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5) They are investigating and identifying other roadside hazards along DFH (e.g. Potters Road) but solutions have not yet been determined. The above is subject to consultation and funding but physical work is expected to start in the next one to two years. For the intersection of CRH and DFH and the proposed roundabout, AT are nearing the completion of resolving the geotechnical and land issues and have said that they will give me a date for public consultation next week. AT will be attending the Coatesville Resident and Ratepayers community group meeting on 20 June. On another note, AT’s Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP) is currently out for feedback. This plan sets out the projects to be funded by the Regional Fuel Tax. Some of the good projects that will benefit residents include: ● Widening of DFH, replacement of Lucas Creek bridge and signalisation of The Avenue/DFH intersection ($17 million). This will ease the bottleneck at the bottom of DFH. ● Rural Road Safety Programme to address the highest risk rural roads and intersections that require larger
scale improvements to address safety deficiencies ($122 million). ● Additional car parking (1900 spaces) at Park n Rides across Auckland. ● Extension of bus lane for the Northern Bus Network from Albany to Constellation Drive and from Albany to Silverdale. ● Penlink which will ease congestion around the Silverdale motor ramp. ● Increased funding for road sealing to $121 million. In order to ensure that these projects are included in the final RLTP, they need to be supported by your feedback. You can do this on www.akhaveyoursay. co.nz. Submissions close on 14 May, 2018. As a local I am going to stress in my feedback that we need more carparks at the Albany Park n Ride because there are no feeder bus services for Coatesville and Dairy Flat. I will be supporting the above projects and will be highlighting the importance of the rural road safety program for our area especially DFH and CRH. Please let me know if you have any questions on the above, my mobile is 021 729 739 and email louise.johnston@aucklandcouncil. govt.nz.
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Phone Diane 021 993680 Gardener Does your garden need a tidy up or do you need a hand to maintain it? Give us a call at Fresh Look Gardens, Debbie 021 101 4913 GET IN SHAPE. Local private gym for one on one training or small group sessions. Call Debbie 027 441 8769. GrrRUMA Canine Styling Parlour - Dog grooming with a difference. For the best possible experience I use modern dog training techniques, including positive reinforcement and distraction learnt in Certificate of Canine Behaviour and Training. I also use and sell all natural NZ-made WASHBAR shampoo and natural dog treats. Call or text me on 021 100 2509 Jarrod Vivier Jenny Armstrong Dog Grooming, 021 053 1609 / 09 426 9904 Local Shearer, Kevin Abel, 021 223 5033 Maths & Physics Tuition. NCEA, IB, Cambridge & Tertiary. Contact Martyn Smit 021 170 9059 msmi042@aucklanduni.ac.nz Music Academy - Inspiring all ages. Piano, singing and preschool music classes available. Always wanted to play - now’s the time to start! Ph Eliette 021 067 6333 Pilates in Coatesville Hall, Thursday @ 6pm. Special – 2 free lessons for new clients. $12 school term, $15 concession card and $20 casual class. Contact Abraham on 021 122 1530 or abrahampardo@ gmail.com Scout Marquee for hire, 6m x 8m, $250 per day. Call Garth 447 1863 Subdivision in Coatesville Thinking of subdividing in the Countryside Living Zone? You may require Transferable Titles. For advice and information on available titles, contact Havard Daniels by phone on 027 493 1134 or email him at havard@havarddaniels.com. Upholstery Bespoke loose covers sewn to revive that old chair. Phone Barbara 021 117 2069 Who’s your caterer? Beautifully presented, great tasting food, at competitive prices. Phone Helen Cato 415 7771 or 021 211 8223.
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Getting ready for autumn
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e are well on our way to the prettiest season in Coatesville. With the trees turning vibrant oranges and reds the photos of your property will be absolutely stunning. Yes, the weather is cooler, however you can enhance and create ambience by lighting feature wood burners or open fires, displaying fresh colourful flowers and creating the smell of coffee or fresh baking for open homes and private viewings. These simple activities provide a welcoming and inviting environment with the change of season. Do not underestimate the active buyer who will look in all seasons seriously wanting to find their dream home. Do not try to guess when your buyer will be there. Analysing my sales year on year, I find the activity is different throughout each 12-month period, however the actual sales are consistent. A buyer's circumstance can often not allow them the luxury of choosing when they need to purchase, for example work transfers or a family’s personal situation changing. It is important to remember that if a buyer is looking at your property and it is raining or there are no leaves on the trees, then that will be the same at every other property they look at around the same time. This is when it's vital to have a point of difference by using the activities I have mentioned above. There are certainly more recommendations that I can give, so set your property apart from others by calling me now! Congratulations to Ailsa McArthur for again being named in the top 5% of Bayleys' residential sales people based on her Coatesville sales results.
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Locally grown plants and advice you can trust. Visit or call us today. Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm Saturday 9.00am – 5pm Sunday closed
Robinson Road, Coatesville Ph 415 8806 plants@mckechnienurseries.nz www.mckechnienurseries.nz
THE ORIGINAL PET DOOR SPECIALISTS Quality cat and dog doors supplied NZ wide for installation into glass, timber or aluminium (installation available – Auckland only). Collapsible pet recuperation/containment cages available for sale or hire.
0800 88 0800 www.petdoorsrus.co.nz 021 802 074 a/h for emergency cage hire (available Auckland only)
Garden Maintenance from $300 + gst per month Ride on Lawn Mowing from $150 + gst per month The best Gardeners in Coatesville for the best Gardens. 0221876470
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Taking Bookings Now! 09 414 7278 | coreclinic.co.nz | Find us on State of the art, purpose built modern medical environment providing Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Acupuncture services. ACC accredited clinic. 287 Oteha Valley Road, Albany Village 0632
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