Rodney Neighbourhood Support Book

FREE REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPPORT RODNEY 2024

SCAN QR CODE FOR

HANDS-FREE

READING

CONNECTING YOU TO A SAFER COMMUNITY Page 1

Contents 7 A message from the co-ordinator 9 Co-ordinator’s report for 2023 15 Rodney Neighbourhood

43 Omaha Beach Golf Club fundraiser for

17 Events held across the year 19 International Children’s Day 21 Kumeu Agricultural and

47 Community support after the

Support boundaries

Horticultural Society Show

23 Resilience flyers 23 Whangaparaoa Combined Friendship Club

25 Bunnings Crime Prevention awareness week

26 Colouring in activities 37 From whence cometh our help?

April 2023

37 Safety for kids 101 39 Lithium-ion battery safety

Matakana Volunteer Fire Brigade

44 CARRE - Communities Raising Awareness Rodney East Ahuroa road closure

48 Recruitment of members in Puhoi 49 Sewing kits 50 RRT’s Farmers Community Connect 52 Snells Beach 52/53 Tsunami/ Tsunami evacuation zones 58 Storm Recovery Navigator Service 62 Rautawhiri Neighbourhood Group Christmas Celebration

62 Motutapu Street get together 63 Thrive NSNZ 2023 conference 64 Snells Beach contact farewell 64 Street contact farewelled 68 South Kaipara Good Food 70 Zero waste across our region 73 Street signs

About Neighbourhood Support History Neighbourhood Watch was introduced to New Zealand as a crime prevention initiative in the late 1970s. The initiative evolved to become Neighbourhood Support New Zealand, a community owned and managed organisation with a wide-ranging interest in community support, safety and crime prevention.

Neighbourhood Support became an Incorporated Society in 2000. In 2001 it signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the New Zealand Police. The purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding is to establish and promote a collaborative working relationship between Neighbourhood Support New Zealand Incorporated and the Police.

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand also has a relationship agreement with Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Objectives Neighbourhood Support aims to make homes, streets, neighbourhoods and communities safer and more caring places in which to live.

This is primarily achieved through the establishment of small cells of households known as a “Neighbourhood Support Group”, comprising anywhere from four to 50 residential households in a single street or suburb. Groups throughout a single suburb or a wider town or city area are co-ordinated either via a volunteer, or through a Community Constable based at a local Police station.

The main purpose of the groups is to encourage neighbours to know one another and share information on crime or suspicious activities in their area. Early contact with authorities such as the Police is also encouraged for reporting of unusual observations or unacceptable behaviour. Crime prevention information can also be shared with group members via Community Constables, or Neighbourhood Support Area Co-ordinators.

A secondary objective of Neighbourhood Support is to facilitate communication between Auckland Emergency Management and the community during a man-made or natural disaster affecting residents.

Page 4

Message from the editorial team Sadly, the world in which we live is not as law abiding as it was a generation or two ago, which makes the work of all sorts of government and voluntary organisations vital.

Neighbourhood Support is a lively, worthwhile and necessary organisation, which provides avenues for neighbours and communities to socialise, and look out for each other.

Our sincere thanks to the contributors of all the articles contained here.

A lot of hours have gone in to making this book as relevant, useful and convenient to use as possible.

This book is a vehicle for the latest news and messages of many of the above, in an easy-to-use format.

The community-minded advertisers represented in this book have provided the finance for its manufacture and distribution, as well as critical funding for your local Neighbourhood Support groups to continue their important work.

Please support these advertisers as they are supporting you!

Publishers details: Published by The Job Agency Ltd PO Box 1879 Christchurch 8140

For all advertising and articles enquirers: Phone: 03 961 5184 Email: sales@markat.co.nz Publication issue reference: N24RD Page 5

WHAT IS NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPPORT? Neighbourhood Support is a community-led movement that brings people and neighbourhoods together to create safe, resilient, and connected communities. We work alongside New Zealand Police and other partners to equip neighbourhoods to improve safety, be prepared for emergencies, and support one another so that our communities are great places to live.

+

=

Why join?

When you join you will have a great way to know your neighbours, receive emails with alerts from Police and community partners, gain tips to improve your safety and preparedness, and have access to free resources such as street signs and window / letterbox stickers to deter crime.

NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPPORT AREA

How do I get involved?

It’s easy and FREE! You can either join an existing group or form a new one. You could:

rns.coordinator@gmail.com

0212583737

Rodney Neighbourhood Support Inc. w w w .nsrodney.org.nz Page 6

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

A message from the co-ordinator Greetings and welcome to our 2024 magazine!

Reflecting on the challenges of 2023, with one weather event after another, it served as a powerful reminder of the significance of Neighbourhood Support in our lives.

Our team was certainly busy, and we take pride in their dedicated efforts. A special acknowledgment goes to Sue Robertson, whose exceptional work was instrumental in establishing resilience operations in Warkworth during the cyclones and subsequently setting up 26 resilience groups across the region.

Rodney Neighbourhood Support Inc. has proven its resilience and remains committed to ensuring our communities stay safe, connected and resilient. This commitment is made possible through the collaborative efforts of our enthusiastic committee, volunteer local area and street contacts, office volunteers at Mahurangi East Police Station, and our 6000-plus members. We also extend our gratitude to Kindred Services in Helensville, Te Whai Trust Community Trust in Mangawhai, and Mahurangi Caring Community for their valuable contributions.

• NZ Lotteries Commission • Neighbourhood Support NZ • Hibiscus Bays Local Board of Auckland City Council • Markat • Community Safety • Dairy Flat Bakery • Armstrong Smarter Security • New Zealand Police.

We now collaborate closely with Local Resilient Groups and Auckland Emergency Management, ensuring that our members stay well-informed. Thank you for your continued support.

Margaret Faed Margaret Faed

Co-ordinator Ph. 021 258 3737 rns.coordinator@gmail.com

Sue Robertson Assistant Co-ordinator Ph. 027 200 3413 rns.coordinator1@gmail.com Sue Robertson

Tanya Svendsen

Our ongoing partnership with local NZ Police Community Constables is deeply valued.

Assistant Co-ordinator Ph. 021 677 744 rns.coordinator6@gmail.com

A special thank you to the supporting and funding organizations that have played a crucial role in our endeavours:

Assistant Co-ordinator Ph. 021 029 40629 webmaster@nsrodney.org

Julie Walles

Tanya Svendsen Page 7

Driveways

Paths

Patios

Slabs

021 280 0241 connollyconcrete.101@gmail.com

PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN, YOUR WALLET, AND YOUR PLANET • Roll Out Roll Under • Cover Star Eclipse Under Guide Unit • Roll Easy Above Ground Unit • Moove - O Cover • Bar - Covers

09 426 0625 Charles: 021 663 854 Paulene: 027 663 8605 E: sales@autopoolcovers.co.nz

www.covers4pools.co.nz

LOOKING FOR STAFF?

LAUNCH YOUR SEARCH WITH US! Use the most cost effective and easiest job site in New Zealand.

Now with a new and improved website making things even easier, ensuring you get quality applicants, every time!

0800 486 329 HEAD OFFICE - 38 LOWE ST, ADDINGTON, CHRISTCHURCH 8011 AUCKLAND OFFICE - LEVEL 3/5 NELSON STREET, AUCKLAND CBD, AUCKLAND 1010

Page 8

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Co-ordinator’s report for 2023

By Margaret Faed

As we reflect upon the accomplishments of the past year, we are delighted to present our Co-ordinator’s Report for the year ending 2023.

This report is a testament to the collaborative efforts and unwavering dedication of our incredible team and community partners.

Acknowledgments: We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following individuals who have played crucial roles in making this year a success.

Committee Members: Former Chair Norm Greenall, Treasurer Debbie Vercoe, Stephanie Pickering, Christine Bolstad, and Tanya Svendsen, your commitment has been the cornerstone of our achievements.

Mahurangi East Policing Centre Volunteers: Doug Stewart, Stan Armiger, Kay Titchener, Ann Ibbs, Ian and Rosalind Miller, Alison Woodcock, Penny Webster, Diane Taylor and Liz Duhs – your selfless contributions have greatly enriched our initiatives.

Financial Acknowledgments: We express our sincere thanks to Daydreanne Anderson of Total Tax Solutions for her expertise and guidance

with the Xero Accounting system and the preparation of our annual accounts.

Special thanks to Clare MacGregor for reviewing our annual accounts.

NZ Police Liaison Officers: Sergeant Brett Hanly of Whangaparaoa, along with Community Constables Mahina Martin (Owera), Senior Constable Melissa Haven (Helensville), Senior Constable Sam Webb (Whangaparaoa), Constable Alex Schischka (Kumeu), and Senior Constable Hamish Buick (Warkworth), your dedication to our local communities has been invaluable. Special recognition to Sergeant Mark Stallworthy of Warkworth Police, and all other NZ Police staff with whom we have collaborated.

Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ) Collaboration: We extend our gratitude to Ivan Trethowen, Community Risk Manager of Waitemata Fire District, Michael Upton, Community Readiness and Recovery, and their colleagues Mikaela Battaerd and Leah Hide. We highly value their support and the partnership that allows us to collectively deliver fire safety messages across our communities.

Councillors: Auckland Councillor Greg Sayers, Rodney Local Board Ivan Wagstaff, their help has been invaluable.

Volunteers for Annual Magazine: Neil Willis, Aaron Mercer, Norm Greenall, Jes Magill – your dedication to delivering our 2023 annual magazine has not gone Page 9

New Zealand’s leading foundation and retention specialists

• Piling • Rope Access

• Seismic Strengthening

• Retaining Walls

• Contaminated Sites

• Ground Anchors

• Civil Structures

• Slip Stabilisation

• Subdivisions

• Emergency Works

• Landscaping

• Ground Improvement

• Foundations

• Rammed Aggregate Piers (RAPS)

• Drainage

Experience / Reliability / Innovation Page 10

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT unnoticed. We appreciate your time and effort in making this publication a success.

Farewell and Welcome: We bid a fond farewell to Kay Flower, our Rodney Neighbourhood Support Representative for Snells Beach, and extend a warm welcome to Jenny Bartlett, who has stepped into this important role.

Community engagement and outreach: Throughout the past year, we have actively participated in Neighbourhood Support NZ’s monthly Korero Zoom meetings and maintained a fruitful relationship with Neighbourhood Support Waitakere/North Shore.

Manaaki Street Books were distributed to Snells Beach School, Matakana School, Warkworth Play Centre, and Mangawhai Kindergarten, fostering a love for

learning among our youngest community members.

Our engagement extended to Business Association and Resident and Ratepayers Association meetings, where we were honoured to be invited to speak. We also established valuable connections with Farm Strong, promoting their resources to our rural members through our monthly newsletters.

Participation in regional special events: A&P shows at Kumeu and Warkworth, Helensville School Children’s Big Day Out, Coasties Christmas Whangaparaoa, Mahurangi West Community Open Day, Groups and Clubs Expo at the Warkworth Town Hall, and Bunnings Silverdale Tradies Breakfast – these events have

.

Annual General meeting committee and speakers Page 11

Are you looking for safe, reliable and affordable scaffolding?

“We can help guide your business to become a safer, healthier workplace.”

t,

Contact us today: 021 024 84721

www.camptonconsulting.co.nz

Page 12

Auckland based scaffolding company specialising in small scale, commercial and residential jobs.

Get in touch for a free no obligation quote

m 022 549 8094 k info@barrettaccessscaffolding.com

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT been moments of community bonding and celebration.

Community resilience initiatives: Our commitment to promoting local Community Resilience Groups continued with the successful delivery of letterbox flyers in Kumeu, Whangaparaoa, and Pt Wells. Volunteers such as Sarah Townsend, Angela Taylor, Irene and Bill Williamson, Samuel Mills, Karen Hadler,Patricia Dallas, and Janice Hafercamp played pivotal roles in these efforts. We extend our sincere thanks to Hibiscus Bays Local Board for funding the printing of 11,000 flyers for Whangaparaoa residents and to Neighbourhood Support NZ for supporting the printing of 2,000 flyers delivered to Kumeu and Huapai.

Emergency management and community resilience: a pinnacle of leadership Our networking and liaison efforts with Melanie Hutton of Auckland Emergency Management and local Community Resilience Groups have been instrumental, with Sue Robertson, co-ordinator, playing a pivotal role in Emergency Management and Community Resilience, leaving an indelible mark on the growth of our community initiatives.

In the face of extreme weather events, such as Cyclone Hale and the State of Emergency declared for Cyclone Gabrielle in February, Sue played a central role in rallying support for Rodney communities.

Her dedication was evident in the

co-ordination of emergency hub shelters, providing a safe haven for those affected by adverse conditions.

We extend our deepest appreciation; Sue’s dedication and leadership have significantly elevated the resilience of our communities, embodying the spirit of Rodney Neighbourhood Support.

Gratitude to partners: We extend our gratitude to the New Zealand Police, Neighbourhood Support New Zealand, FENZ, Auckland City Hibiscus Bays Local Board, New Zealand Lotteries Grants Board, Kin Finder, Your IT Services, Markat Publishing, and Chappell Printing of Snells Beach. Each of you has played a crucial role in helping us accomplish our Aims and Objectives for the year ending March 31, 2023.

Looking ahead: As we move forward, our commitment remains unwavering. We will continue to be as efficient and productive as possible, providing a quality service with positive outcomes to all existing and new members of Rodney Neighbourhood Support between Helensville and Mangawhai.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another year of strengthening our community bonds.

Margaret Faed Coordinator for Rodney Neighbourhood Support Incorporated Page 13

Call for Expert Advice • Retro • Commercial • New Residential

Scaffold & Edge Protection Local - Residential Contact Us:

Mob: 021 356 429 manager@absolutescaffoldingltd.co.nz

We have been installing for over 25 years and cover the Greater Auckland Area.

Phone: 09 579 6077 Mobile: 027 494 9955 Email: insulate@xtra.co.nz www.insulationservices.co.nz

C&R Surveyors Ltd

Registered Professional Land Surveyors

• Urban & Rural Subdivisions • Crosslease & Unit Title surveys • Topographic Surveys • Construction, Engineering and Building Setout • Photo Control Surveys • GPS Surveys

09 4264051 | info@crsurveyors.co.nz | www.crsurveyors.co.nz 172A Centreway Road Orewa Page 14

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Rodney Neighbourhood Support boundaries Rodney Neighbourhood Support includes, Rodney District,Hibiscus Coast of Hibiscus Bays Local Board area and Kaiwaka and Mangawhai of the Kaipara District.

Remember: To report anything suspicious happening now, ring 111, or if it has happened, 105.

Request an incident report number so you can follow up the incident if you wish. Your report could help with the investigation into any other crimes that might have been committed in the area.

Remember at no time should you put yourself at risk.

Page 15

ENROLLING NEW PATIENTS 16 Wade River Road, Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa A Nature Inspired Early Childhood Education Centre on the Hibiscus Coast

09 424 8618 Dr Cecil Antony | Dr Iti Prabha | Dr Jennifer Cartwright

www.whangaparaoamedicalcentre.com

09 424 0827 • Lesley@tuiscorner.co.nz

www.tuiscorner.co.nz

Zenith Financial Service Ltd

ZFSL

021 640 445

Alan@zenithfinance.co.nz

• Attend to tax return filing • Preparation of year end accounts • Manage payroll running and payday filing • Tax compliance • Handling of Tax audits • A registered tax agency with Inland Revenue • Provide management reports • Use and recommend online accounting software • Liaise/correspond with Inland Revenue on tax matters and arrangements where needed.

Tank Water / Pool Water Phone number: 0800 920 013 or text order to 021 175 8660

www.waitokiwater.co.nz

Never underestimate how influential your business branding can be.

Areas of marketing I help in Develop your Brand Developing your Website 021 053 7456 amy@calloncreative.nz www.calloncreative.nz 021 053 7456 | amy@calloncreative.nz

Developing your Social Media presence Page 16

www.calloncreative.nz

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Events held across the year Coastie Christmas: Rodney Neighbourhood Support joined with the Whangaparaoa Community Resilience Group at a day held in the Whangaparaoa College, Stanmore Bay.

Sue Robertson of Rodney Neighbourhood Support with Janice Haferkamp from the Whangaparaoa Community Relience Group.

Page 17

Commercial or Residential Pest Control

Vaughan Palatchie Farrier

Regular or One-off treatments to keep your business or home pest free.

– Est. 2015 –

028 429 4574

Calm, Patient, Practical

warkworthpestcontrol@gmail.com

All Hoof Requirements for your Loyal Hack, Sport or Competition Horse Hot/Cold/Remedial Interference Shoeing

www.warkworthpestcontrol.co.nz

WARKWORTH REMOVALS LOCAL OR LONG DISTANCE WE HAVE YOU COVERED

Warkworth Removals has been moving homes in Warkworth and beyond for over 20 years.

Starting in 1998 by Lindsay Taylor, son James joined the team in 2002 and took over in 2012.

021 425 383 | info@humanandhorse.co.nz

09-425 9679 | 0275489104 | warkworthremovals@me.com warkworthremovals.co.nz | E @warkworthremovals

YOUR LOCAL

Specialists

SALES AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Learn more at: HELENSVILLE.HARCOURTS.CO.NZ 09 420 7663 helensville@harcourts.co.nz

Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Page 18

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

International Children’s Day Margaret Faed and Sue Robertson took part in the festivities of International Children’s Day, an event hosted by Helensville School.

They embraced the opportunity to connect with families across the region,

Childrens Day at Helensville.

actively promoting the benefits of joining and becoming members of Rodney Neighbourhood Support.

They also had the chance to catch up with Local Board member Mark Dennis; a great day was had by all.

What’s the Plan Stan.

Helensville School Kapa Haka Group, Childrens Big Day Out Performance for International Childrens Day. Page 19

Why choose us for doggy day care: Certified member of IBPSA (International Boarding & Pet Services Association) Multiple award winning, independently ranked #1 Dog Daycare in Auckland Obedience Champion Trainer running all our puppy classes Highly experienced groomer on site

Affordable storage units in Silverdale 3 Furniture & Household 3 Sports Goods Storage 3 Boat or Yacht Storage 3 Document Storage

THEDOGDEN.CO.NZ 52 SMALL ROAD, SILVERDALE 09-426-0843

the paintguru guru the paint interior & exterior painting painter interior & exterior painting emergency emergency painter specialised finishing refinishing interior &spray exterior painting aluminium emergency painter specialised spray finishing aluminium refinishing roofs, doorsspray & decks & waterproofing specialised finishing stainsaluminium refinishing roofs, doors stains waterproofing roofs, doors& & decks decks stains && waterproofing

www.thepaintguru.co.nz

www.thepaintguru.co.nz www.thepaintguru.co.nz

Professional, Punctual and Precise We tackle everything from complex large building projects to smaller scale roof repairs.

Call us today to schedule a free quote.

021 105 8944

quickstartroofing@gmail.com www.quickstartroofing.co.nz Page 20

3 Car, Campervan or Caravan 3 Tradesmen’s Tools & Equipment 3 Overflow Stock or Materials

Phone us now for a FREE QUOTE

Ph 09 427 8332 • www.sisac.co.nz

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Kumeu Agricultural and Horticultural Society Show Rodney Neighbourhood Support had fun with the team from FENZ Where we shared our combined knowledge of Fire and Crime Prevention as well as Emergency Management

Sharing Neighbourhood Support with FENZ

Information with the attendee’s and our ‘What’s the Plan Stan” books to children.

We also met up with Sgt Mark Stallworthy and Sgt Brett Hanly.

Meeting up with Sgt Mark Stallworthy and Sgt Brett Hanly.

Page 21

For all your legal needs • Conveyancing / Refinancing • Relationship Property • Company / Commercial • Subdivisions • Elder Law & Estates

Ph: 427 0550 E: nhl@nhlaw.co.nz Level 1, North Harbour Law Building, 3 Alice Ave, Orewa

EARTHMOVERS

Free advice & quotes 027 479 0974

Residential and Commercial Structural Steel Fabrication and Installation around the wider Kaipara & Rodney area.

• Container Sales & Storage • Hiab Truck Hire • Structural Steel • Custom Steelwork • Stainless and Aluminium • Repairs and Maintenance

09 423 1100 • info@memltd.nz • mangawhaiengineeringmarineltd.co.nz

“Founded on good food, great service and excellent coffee.

The Coffee Club experience is more than just a transaction, it’s a moment made for you.”

09 426 1440

thecoffeeclubsilverdalenz@gmail.com Unit G05, Silverdale Town Centre 16 Wainui Rd, Silverdale, Auckland, 0932 www.thecoffeeclub.co.nz

Contact us: Jesse 021 160 9549

Services • Water Delivery • Tank & Pool Cleaning • Holiday Homes • New Builds • Transportation

0800426269

thewaterboymangawhai@gmail.com

Providing you with top quality water

Serving Mangawhai and the surrounding areas Page 22

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Resilience flyers We extend our sincere thanks to the Hibiscus Bays Local Board for their generous funding This allowed our exceptional team Sarah, Angela, Janice, and Sue Robertson to distribute 9000 Neighbourhood Support and Community Resilience flyers from Viponds Road to Army Bay. Here is a photo of the girls Angela and Janice at the Whangaparaoa Police Station ready to hit the pavements.

Angela and Janice meeting at the Whangaparoa Police Station before delivering some of the 11300 leaflets.

Whangaparaoa Combine Friendship Club Our Friendship Club provides many opportunities for retirees to meet, share food and experiences and build new friendships.

Contact Colleen Buist on 0221375165 for more information.

Left is our President, Val Lincoln, and to your right is Colleen Buist, committee member with Margaret Faed co-ordinator.

Page 23

Unwind at The Relaxation Studio

services Facilitation

Access Bars

Access Energetic Facelift

Top Quality Meats.

We produce meats of unsurpassed quality.

Educational Workshops

OPENING HOURS Mon – Sat: 7am to 6pm Sunday: 7am to 5pm

10/28 Anvil Rd, Silverdale, Auckland 0932 027 669 4300 leanne@therelaxationstudio.co.nz

2200 East Coast Road, Silverdale, Auckland P: 09 427 9433 • E: info@samsbutchery.co.nz

www.therelaxationstudio.co.nz

www.samsbutchery.com

Silverdale Village Market

SCHNEIDER • Maintenance • Renovations • Commercial Projects • Hydronic Underfloor Heating • New Builds

7 Silverdale Street Saturday 8am - 1pm Ph: 021 030 3273

0211928101 | tyronne@schneiderplumbing.co.nz www.schneiderplumbing.co.nz

PLANTARAMA B ULK PLA N T N UR S ER Y

• Landscapers Supplied • • Huge Selection and Numbers • • Larger Sizes • By appointment at Huapai *Conditions apply.

Page 24

Phone Peter on 027 529 6318

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Bunnings Crime Prevention Awareness Week Yet another successful Crime Prevention Awareness Week, organised annually by Bunnings.

We were thrilled to establish an information stand at the new Bunnings outlet in Mangawhai, as well as a stand at Silverdale.

Crime Prevention Engraving Tags at Bunnings Silverdale.

Crime Prevention Display at Mangawhai with Anne and Margaret.

Crime Prevention Dispaly at Bunnings Silverdale. Senior Constable Sam Webb, Margaret RNSI and Constable Mahina Martin.

Crime Prevention at Silverdale. Senior Constable Sam Webb engraving a customers tools.

Page 25

COLOUR ME

More colouring sheet ideas at Vecteezy.com

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand Creating safe, resilient and connected communities.

0800 4 NEIGHBOURS | neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

COLOUR ME

More colouring sheet ideas at Vecteezy.com

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand Creating safe, resilient and connected communities.

0800 4 NEIGHBOURS | neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

BOOK APPOINTMENT

09 425 7720 15 Dalton Road, Snells Beach • Acupuncture • Cosmetic injectables • Advanced skin treatments • IPL: pigmentation and Hair reduction

Every Sunday 8am till 12.30pm Orewa Square cnr Florence Ave & Hibiscus Coast Hwy

Contacts fb/orewabeachfarmersmarket Sharon 027 486 0133 Anni 021 0234 2814

E: info@oceanviewtherapies.nz www.oceanviewtherapies.nz

Help kids with cancer like Mae. www.petsinthecity.co.nz (09) 869 6956 | silverdale@petsinthecity.co.nz

WE DEVELOP CONFIDENT MINDED AND HOLISTICALLY CAPABLE CHILDREN We teach real life skills through our natural environment and follow a forest philosophy Red Beach 09 421 1842 42 Glenelg Road, Red Beach Mon - Fri, 8.30am - 4pm Stanmore Bay 09 424 0622 5a Poplar Road, Stanmore Bay Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm

Kindly sponsored by iLender Mortgages 0800 LENDER (536337)

NEW ERA PLUMBING & GAS • Plumbing • Gas Fitting • Renovations • Maintenance • New Builds BEN DAVIDSON

Warkworth 09 425 9581 18 Percy Street, Warkworth Mon -Fri, 8am - 5pm

www.muddytoes.co.nz Page 28

Donate now at childcancer.org.nz

m 021 245 5997 k ben@neplumbing.co.nz

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Free, confidential, independent advice?

Citizens Advice Bureau is there to help anyone in NZ, and in multiple languages.

The CAB is the best first port of call for free information and advice about people’s rights and responsibilities, providing them with the confidence and support they need to take action. CAB also connects people with available services in their areas, giving specific advice, eg: how to get food assistance, accessing the wage subsidy, advice on employment rights, housing rights, finding a Justice of the Peace, just to name a few. CAB provides the same non-judgmental advice in a variety of languages, along with working for positive social change within the local community and wider society.

with the area since the 1970s. During these years CAB has helped thousands of locals with a variety of issues. The CAB motto is “Not sure? Ask us.”. Whatever the query is, CAB will try to help. If they can’t help you directly, they’ll find someone who can.

When you visit, email, online chat or phone CAB you can be assured that their service is completely confidential.

CAB has over 80 bureaux throughout NZ, plus a National Office in Wellington.

Three Rodney-based bureaux: Hibiscus Coast, Helensville and Wellsford, and five North Shore-based bureaux: Birkenhead, Browns Bay, Glenfield, Northcote and Takapuna.

The CAB is an independent community organisation which has had a long association

RODNEY

NORTH SHORE

Hibiscus Coast Orewa Community Centre 40-46 Orewa Square, Orewa Ph: 09 426 5338 hibiscuscoast@cab.org.nz

Birkenhead Library Building, Cnr Rawene Rd & Hinomoa St, Birkenhead Ph: 09 418 0032 birkenhead@cab.org.nz

Northcote Library Building 5 Ernie Mays St, Northcote Ph: 09 480 2971 northcote@cab.org.nz

Helensville 16 Commercial Road Helensville Ph: 09 420 7162 helensville@cab.org.nz

Browns Bay The Bays Community Centre 2 Glen Rd, Browns Bay Ph: 09 479 2222 brownsbay@cab.org.nz

Takapuna Community Services Building 7 The Strand, Takapuna Ph: 09 486 3139 takapuna@cab.org.nz

Wellsford Wellsford Community Centre 1 Matheson Road, Wellsford 09 423 7333 wellsford@cab.org.nz

Glenfield Glenfield Community Centre 90 Bentley Ave, Glenfield Ph: 09 444 9451 glenfield@cab.org.nz

0800 367 222 www.cab.org.nz

Page 29

Factsheet

57

Older drivers

November 2018

Licence renewal

ISSN 1172-0689 (print) ISSN 1172-0778 (online)

This factsheet explains what older drivers need to do to renew their driver licence. It provides helpful information outlining medical requirements and when you may need to do a practical driving test, advises what you need to bring for your renewal and where you need to go.

Tell your health practitioner the certificate is for your driver licence. You will have to pay for the appointment yourself.

Older drivers: licence renewal

They will then recommend whether you are:

Drivers must renew their driver licence at age 75, 80 and every two years after that.

When renewing your licence from age 75, your health and vision must be regularly checked, both for your own safety and the safety of other road users. This process is summarised in the diagram below.

Getting a medical certificate To renew your licence past your 75th birthday you will need to visit your health practitioner to get a Medical certificate for driver licence. This could be your usual doctor (GP), a registered nurse or nurse practitioner, or a specialist if appropriate.

During your appointment your health practitioner will discuss your present state of health with you and test your eyesight.

•

medically fit to drive

•

medically fit to drive with conditions (eg correcting lenses, time-of-day restriction, distance restriction)

•

medically fit to drive subject to passing an on-road safety test

•

to be referred to a specialist (eg optometrist or occupational therapist driving assessor - your health practitioner will advise you of the results)

•

not medically fit to drive. Your health practitioner must advise the NZ Transport Agency and your licence will expire on your birthday.

If your health practitioner decides you are medically fit to drive, he or she will provide you with a Medical certificate for driver licence.

Licence renewal process

driver licence renewed at a driver licensing agent

Your health practitioner decides that you are either: When turning 75, 80 and every second birthday after that, you must obtain a Medical certificate for driver licence from a health practitioner

medically fit to drive medically fit to drive with conditions medically fit to drive subject to passing an on-road safety test medically fit to drive following confirmation from a specialist not medically fit to drive

Page 30

pass fail pass fail

driver licence will expire

on your next birthday, as shown on your driver licence

What you need to do

Changing or cancelling your test

Once you have your medical certificate, you will then need to visit a driver licensing agent with:

If you want to change or cancel your test, you will have to pay a further fee.

•

your Application for renewal of driver licence form (a blank form will be sent to you by the Transport Agency with your renewal pack. If you didn’t receive a form – for example, because we don’t have your current address details – you can fill in a form (DL1) at the driver licensing agent)

•

evidence of your identity - this can be your New Zealand photo driver licence (which must be current or expired up to two years) or your current New Zealand passport, or two other acceptable forms of identity (see Factsheet 20 Identification for driver licensing for further information and a full list of identity documents).

•

a Medical certificate for driver licence which is no more than 60 days old

•

the driver licence application renewal fee of $18.70.

If you are required to sit an on-road safety test you will need to pay an additional $41.80 test fee (see The on-road safety test section below).

A new photograph must be taken and your signature recorded when you renew your licence from age 75, 86 and every 10 years afterwards.

Note: you can have a new image taken and new signature captured as part of an earlier renewal if you wish.

Once you have completed the application process, the licensing agent will issue you a temporary driver licence. Your new photo driver licence will be posted to your mailing address.

The on-road safety test If your health practitioner decides you are medically fit to drive, but is unsure about your ability to drive safely, they may issue you with a Medical certificate for driver licence enabling you to renew your driver licence, provided you pass an on-road safety test with a testing officer.

You can book this test when you apply to renew your licence, at selected branches of: •

NZ Automobile Association (AA)

•

Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ).

You can also book the test online at www.nzta.govt.nz/online.

For more information, refer to the Guide to the on-road safety test available online at www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/on-road-safetytest/ or by calling 0800 822 422.

If you have booked an on-road safety test and can’t make the appointment, you can change your test at www.nzta.govt.nz/ online or go to your driver licensing agent.

The information in this factsheet is a general guide only. It is not the source of the law and should not be used in place of authoritative legal documents. Some factsheets are updated frequently and print versions can quickly become out of date.

If the currency of the information you are reading is important, check the factsheet index on our website (www.nzta.govt.nz/factsheets) or call us on 0800 822 422.

Where there are two or more complete working days (excluding weekends and public holidays) between the day you change or cancel your test and the date of your appointment, you will need to pay a rescheduling fee of $16.40.

This is a regulated fee to cover the time taken and costs incurred when a test is cancelled or rescheduled.

Where there are less than two complete working days (excluding weekends and public holidays) between the day you change or cancel your test and the date of your appointment, you will not pay a rescheduling fee but will need to pay a further test fee. This further test fee is not refundable.

You may be eligible for a refund of the first test fee paid where the cancelled test time was subsequently filled by another person. If the test fee is refunded, a processing fee of $16.40 will be deducted.

Refreshing your knowledge Education resources are available to help senior road users stay safe behind the wheel for as many years as possible.

Information and interactive activities for people aged 70 years and over are available free on our website at www.nzta.govt.nz/senior-drivers.

There you will find: •

basic facts about senior road users including examples of common older driver crash situations

•

a ‘Seniors driving safely’ section where you can check how you’re doing with a self-assessment rating form to help you assess your driving skills. This section also contains safety videos and information on choosing safe vehicles for senior drivers

•

information on using public transport and alternative transport schemes. You can download or read online a copy of Keeping moving - the positive guide for senior road users

•

information about cycling, walking and using a mobility scooter.

Staying safe Staying safe: a refresher workshop for senior road users is a classroom based workshop that aims to maintain and improve safe driving practices.

During the workshop you will re-familiarise yourself with traffic rules as well as increase knowledge about other transport options available to keep you mobile for as long as possible. To see if workshops are available in your area, see www.nzta.govt.nz/senior-drivers or call 0800 822 422.

Contact details • • • •

Call our contact centre: 0800 822 422.

Visit our website: www.nzta.govt.nz.

Email us: info@nzta.govt.nz.

Write to us: NZ Transport Agency, Private Bag 11777, Palmerston North 4442.

Page 31

REMOVE

LOCK

Your Valuables

TAKE

Your Vehicle

Your Keys

The following your vehicle vehicle safe: safe: The followingtips tipswill willhelp helpto tominimise minimisethe the risk risk of of theft theft and keep your • Do leavevaluables valuables ininyour car.car.

• Do notnot leave your • Always lockyour your vehicle vehicle and keys withwith you when you leave.

• Always lock andtake take keys you when you leave • Close all all windows sunroofs • Close windows and and sunroofs.

• Park in well-lit whenpossible. possible • Park in well-lit areas areas when • Take allalldocuments withpersonal personal information, especially • Take documents with information, especially passportspassports with you. with you • Invest in a steering wheel lock to act as a deterrent to the thieves.

• Invest in a steering wheel lock to act as a deterrent to the thieves.

Communities working together to solve crime.

Do you have CCTV on your property and would like to help your community?

Do you have CCTV on your property and would like to help your community?

Register your details with Community Cam at www.communitycam.co.nz and the NZ Register your details with Community Cam™ at www.communitycam.co.nz and the NZ Police Police will be in touch with you if they need your to solve crime in your area. will be in touch with you if they need your help to solvehelp a crime in youraarea.

SECURE Your information is secure and confidential.

SAFER COMMUNITIES By registering, you’re helping make the community and your family safer.

NOT FOR PROFIT Community Cam™ was built for free and sponsored by local businesses.

neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

0800 4 NEIGHBOURS

0800 4 NEIGHBOURS

In an emergency call Police on 111 or 105 if it is a nonIN AN EMERGENCY POLICE 111 emergency or hasCALL already taken ON place.

OR 105 IF IT’S A NON-EMERGENCY OR HAS ALREADY TAKEN PLACE.

Page 32

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT How does it work?

Communities working together to solve crime Community Cam™ is a voluntary, not for profit community initiative where people can register a property with CCTV, and upload CCTV footage, to help solve crime in their neighbourhood.

When a crime is committed, the NZ Police can refer to Community Cam™ to quickly identify CCTV locations of registered users in and around the scene of the crime. This then allows the police to contact you to help with an investigation.

Your details are confidential and secure. Only the NZ Police can see your information and, if you choose to upload your CCTV footage, the footage is password protected for your security. Community Cam™ just lets them know who owns a CCTV system to save valuable time door-knocking.

Secure

Your information is secure and confidential

Safer Communities

By registering, you’re helping make the community and your family safer

Do you have CCTV on your property and would like to help your community? Register your details with Community Cam™ and New Zealand Police will be in touch if they need your help to solve a crime in your area.

Register your details at communitycam.co.nz Supported by

Not For Profit

Community Cam™ was built for free and sponsored by local businesses.

Let’s work together to help solve crime.

Register your details at

communitycam.co.nz Neighbourhood Support New Zealand | neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

HAWKY HAULAGE 2008 LTD E X P E RT S I N HEAVY HAULAGE 021617599 info@hawkyhaulage.co.nz Page 33

Building Maintenance A Division of GJ Construction Management Ltd

GOLD QUALITY WORKMANSHIP & SERVICE

Commercial Maintenance Office Fitouts

Phone: 022 016 6867 | Email: office@goldselectrical.co.nz

P: 09 420 3363 M: 021 420 336 www.gjbuild.co.nz

Providing the Golds standard of service from when we pick up the phone to the very end of the job.

goldselectrical | www.goldselectrical.co.nz

Change your job Change your life!

Thousands of jobs ready & waiting for you!

EST 1980

“HOTEL” SUITES

DOGGY DAYCARE

“MOTEL” KENNELS & CATTERY

09 412 9251 • www.crittercreek.co.nz 62 Brigham Lane, Kumeu 0892, Auckland Page 34

- RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL - NEW BUILDS - RENOVATIONS - SERVICES

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

From whence cometh our help? April 2023 Written by a member of Rodney Neighbourhood Support in Snells Beach.

This is my story: My concern was that a close family friend didn’t return my phone calls.

I had left numerous phone messages and was concerned as she failed to join a committal service of a beloved friend.

Concerned, I went down to the Mahurangi East Police Station, located next to the roundabout on Mahurangi East Road where the volunteer assisted me in phoning 105.

That same day, police in another New Zealand City, made welfare checks and by the end of that day my missing friend had been located.

several people that afternoon. It was thought that we could have been included.

A wide search for us involved the British authorities until two diplomats recognised us on that later flight, describing us as New Zealand idiots, until they too were refused boarding and couldn’t take a direct flight back to London.

The moral of these stories is to make sure you let people know where you are going and when!

My friend was next door keeping house for an elderly gentleman in hospital after falling and knocking himself out. She had no idea how to look after a dog so decided it would be easier if she stayed in his home.

I want to thank the New Zealand Police communicator on 105 and the Christchurch Police personal for their support and help in being able to advise my friend was safe and well.

This reminds of another incident.

Teaching at the British International School in San á, Yemen, my husband and I decided to fly to Aden for our mid-term break. We were not permitted to board our flight and booked on a later flight that day.’ No explanations.

So we spent the day swimming at the Sheraton hotel rather than shopping in the Old City where unknown to us a bomb killed

Mahurangi East Police Station.

Page 35

, nd

AJ WITHRINGTON

PLUMBERS LIMITED WE ARE AVAILABLE FOR PLUMBING SOLUTIONS

BATHROOM

KITCHEN

LAUNDRY

094258413 | 021735206 tony@ajwplumbers.co.nz | www.ajwplumbers.co.nz

Specialising in Professional Paving, Tiling and Residential & Commercial Construction Thomas Zhao 021 868 121 huxin_zhao99@hotmail.com Largest range of South African products in NZ

Your customers want to do business with you if it’s easy...

• Biltong & Droewors • Groceries • Wide range of Liquor • African Arts & Crafts and so much more

Is your website a help or a hinderance?

FATtastic websites from $997+GST Simply email enquiries@fatweb.co.nz your domain / website address, and we’ll send you a comprehensive audit of your current website for FREE - valued at $97.00.

And if you’d like to chew the fat after, we’re here to help.

WE SHIP NATION WIDE 273 Rodney Street, Wellsford 09-423 7964 • biltongp@gmail.com www.biltongplus.co.nz

With over 15 years’ experience - we know what we’re doing.

0800 FATWEB | www.fatweb.co.nz

Not running right?

We'll fix it.

We have the expertise & skill to keep you on the road.

For the best automotive experience, we fix all makes & models.

Not running right?

We’ll fix it.

Coasties caring for Coasties

09 486 5015

28 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna fivestarauto.co.nz

HIBISCUS COAST

We have the expertise and skill to keep you on the road.

24 Hour Service For the best automotive experience, we fix all makes and models.

(09) 426 7950 39 Riverside Road, Orewa www.forrests.co.nz

28 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna

Page 36 09 486 5015

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Safety for kids 101 Keeping kids safe, is something I have been doing for the last twenty years.

Whether it be on the television, on radio as “Bryan and Bobby’, or in person during a visit to a local school or kura.

One of the questions I get asked time and time again by parents, grandparents, uncles and aunties is: “How do I get my kids to learn about safety”?

There are a few things I have learnt along the way on my journey as a police officer, which you can do to make safety actually sound like something kids should be interested in. This will help offset their worries about feeling and being safe.

Some of the best ways to strike an interest with kids (and not just for safety ) is to make the learning fun. Make sure you explain what it is you (and they) are doing, to keep them safe.

The filming of Bryan and Bobby was a lightbulb moment for me, highlighting how often adults don’t give the kids” THE WHY” when asked to do something.

For example, It is staggering the number of kids that I talk to, who when asked, “Why do we hold hands in the carpark or crossing the road with Mum or Dad ?” answer with: “Because you will get into trouble if you don’t” or “So you don’t get killed” or “So you don’t get growled at

by Dad.” So try a simple trick - engage and explain THE WHY for kids safety.

For example, when talking to my five year old about the importance of holding hands when crossing the road I did the following:

I explained to him, that it was like holding the hand of a giant, who could see and hear further than he could and that ‘the giant’ would keep him safe if anything dangerous was seen.

I explained he could help the giant, by finding the safest place to cross and then checking the road in both directions three times to make sure the way was clear and it was safe to cross.

Using our eyes and ears to listen for traffic, helps keep us and the giants safe too.

I demonstrated as we walked across the road, that we don’t run or skip and keep looking and listening in both directions for traffic, to make sure it was still safe.

Safety should be just like anything else we learn in life. It should have the elements of fun, discovery and empowerment otherwise it becomes nothing but a tedious chore or a command that we follow As William M. Jeffers, former President, Union Pacific Railroad Co once stated “Safety applies with equal force to the individual, to the family, to the employer, to the state, the nation and to international affairs. Safety, in its widest sense, concerns the happiness, contentment and freedom of all.”

Regards/Stay safe/ Kia noho haumaru

Senior Constable Bryan Ward Q.S.M. Neighbourhood Support Ambassador www.bryanandbobby.co.nz Page 37

Thai, Asian & Vegan Food Delivery in Christchurch We’ll be delighted to confirm your order in real-time. Simply download the app and start ordering online from Hoon Hay Thai Restaurant.

Help kids with cancer like Mae. Donate now at childcancer.org.nz Kindly Sponsored by Harries Digger Works

Phone: 03 339 0320 9 Coppell Place, Hoon hay, Christchurch www.hoonhaythai.com

SUBDIVISION & INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALISTS

Supporting Safer Communities For all your Civil Construction Requirements

PHONE 09 426 5010 www.hopperconstruction.co.nz

Quality ECE 0-5yrs. Small group sizes, passionate teachers, a home away from home. www.plumtreepreschool.info

PARAKAI PRACTICAL, PRAGMATIC & PROFESSIONAL Trusted

Committed to unparalleled service and client satisfaction

Whether you are a private individual, small business, or corporate organisation; we have significant specialist experience and strong backgrounds in various areas of the law, to be able to assist you.

LEGAL SERVICES • ASSET PROTECTION • CIVIL LITIGATION CONVEYANCING • FAMILY LAW • ELDERLY LAW • RELATIONSHIP PROPERTY LAW

CALL NOW 09 426 8301 www.kennellylaw.co.nz kennelly@kennellylaw.co.nz LEVEL 1 / 12 TAMARIKI AVENUE, OREWA, HIBISCUS COAST, AUCKLAND 0931

Page 38

Keep fire safe this winter THIS WINTER, BE TOASTY — NOT TOAST! Winter can bring a unique set of fire dangers to your home that you need to be aware of.

Follow these tips from Fire and Emergency New Zealand to keep yourself and your whānau safe: Make sure you have working smoke alarms. Press the test button to sound the alarm to check.

Have your own 3-step Escape Plan.

We recommend having 2 exits from every room, and a safe meeting place to then call 111.

1m

Keep flammable materials such as clothing and blankets at least ‘a metre from the heater’ and away from any other heat sources.

Worn and old electric blankets can cause fires. We recommend you replace them every 5 years. Make sure it’s rolled to store it, not folded and always turn it off before you sleep.

Keep those chimneys clean and clear on top/around the indoor fireplace.

We recommend sweeping chimneys once a year.

Don’t leave cooking unattended, remember to ‘switch off before you walk off’ and ‘keep looking while you’re cooking’ — fire moves fast.

Look out for your neighbours, friends and whānau who live alone that may need assistance with getting ready for winter and keeping fire safe this winter. Can you help with checking their smoke alarms?

Or making sure they have a 3 step escape plan.

If you or anyone you know needs assistance with your home fire safety, please call Fire and Emergency NZ on 0800693473.

For more safety tips you can visit our website www.fireandemergency.nz

Page 39

LIBERTY SHUTTLES TOURS NZ & AIRPORT DIRECT

We offer full architect’s services from design through consents to site observation and contract administration for housing, accommodation, community and commercial projects.

Brendan Rawson bjr@archoffice.co.nz 021 669 000

Tammy Holloway th@archoffice.co.nz 021 790 908

www.archoffice.co.nz

Page 40

Supporting the local Rodney & North Shore

CALL US TOLL FREE ON 0800 995 511 021 447 455 • libertyshuttles@gmail.com www.libertyshuttles.co.nz

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Lithium-ion battery safety Fire safety tips • Do your research. Only purchase and use devices and equipment from reputable manufacturers and suppliers.

• Only use chargers and batteries supplied with the device, or certified third-party charging equipment compatible with the battery specifications (same voltage and current).

• Always charge e-scooters and e-bikes away from exits to ensure you can safely escape in the event of a fire. Where possible these should be stored and charged outside or in a garage, shed or carport, away from living spaces.

• For smaller devices, such as vapes, phones, and laptops, do not charge these under a pillow, on the bed or on a couch – they can overheat and cause a fire.

• Do not overcharge your batteries. When your item is fully charged, disconnect it from the charger.

• Never store or leave batteries or devices in areas where they can be exposed to heat or moisture.

Do not leave devices in direct sunlight or in parked vehicles where they can quickly heat up.

• Only get device repairs and battery replacements done by a qualified professional.

• Ensure no one goes back inside the building f or any reason. Battery gases, vapour and smoke are highly toxic and flammable and must not be inhaled.

• If anyone has been exposed to battery fluids, debris, smoke, vapours, or flames, seek urgent medical assistance.

If a small battery or device such as a vape or phone starts overheating •Unplugitfromthepoweroutletifitischarging.

• If possible, move it outside, away from any flammable material and windows or doorways.

• Small devices can be dropped into a bucket of water if this can be done safely.

• If your device starts to smoke or release fumes, evacuate immediately to a safe location and call 111.

Battery disposal •Donotputlithium-ionbatteriesintherubbish.

• Recycling is always the best option – contact your local council for a recycling location.

• Do not leave discarded batteries in piles.

If a device or battery starts to smoke or emit flames • Evacuate immediately and close doors (if safe) to slow the spread of fire.

• Once in a safe location, call 111 and wait for firefighters to arrive.

Page 41

Page 42

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Omaha Beach Golf Club fundraiser for Matakana Volunteer Fire Brigade Sue Robertson and Tanya Svendsen participated in the fundraising event organized by the Omaha Beach Golf Club Supporting the Matakana Volunteer Fire Brigade, with the primary goal of raising funds for a new first responder vehicle.

The occasion provided an excellent opportunity to raise awareness about the potential dangers of lithium batteries, distribute “Make a Plan Stan” books to children, engrave key tags to all attendees and joined Neighbourhood Support.

It turned out to be a wonderful day that was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone involved.

Page 43

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

CARRE - Communities Raising Awareness Rodney East Morphed into... Rodney East, North and West Community Resilience Groups Cluster.

Go back to August 2022 and the CARRE group of Community Resilience/Response Groups has gone into a bit of a recess and had been for a little while due to Covid. Sue Robertson from Rodney Neighbourhood Support Inc was aware of the group through attending the meetings for Warkworth CRG. She volunteered to see if she could resurrect the communications and meeting format with those communities who had been involved in the past.

She contacted representatives from the CRG’s of Kawau Island, Mahurangi West, Scotts Landing, Mahurangi East, Whangateau, Leigh and Warkworth. She drew up a contacts list and was liaising with these representatives and then the weather events of January 2023 just took over.

went down. Flooding, road slippages and closures isolated the communities of Ahuroa, Kaipara Hills and Puhoi. Leigh had a serious rubbish problem to contend with after cyclone Hale. I became a point of contact or a “GO TO” person for these people when they needed help.

People soon realised the importance of their local Community Resilience Groups being the centre of shelter and immediate aid to members of their local community and if they didn’t have one they needed to set one up for future emergency response.

Since January 2023 Sue Robertson, with help from those good people who volunteer to form a CRG, has been instrumental in mentoring new Community Resilience Groups.

During these weather events Warkworth CRG were instrumental in assisting stranded travellers over four events (Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle included) by providing shelter at the downstairs RSA Community Room and at the Warkworth Town Hall. On the first night of strandings where hundreds of people were stuck at The Grange the Warkworth Community rallied to provide billets and essential items like bedding and breakfast.

Toilet facilities were at a premium.

The different scenario weather events highlighted different needs and none more so than when the power and internet facilities Page 44

At the meeting of Rodney East North and West Cluster of Community Resilience Groups Cluny McPherson presented a talk on the Mahurangi West Action Plan for Rural Communities.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

She provides support and training for setting up and gives them the information tools they need to be able to operate their own CRG. This has been a collaborative approach by connecting these communities with Rodney Neighbourhood Support and impressing upon them the benefits that come from belonging to Rodney Neighbourhood Support especially in emergency situations. There are now 16 CRG’s in the Rodney area and we are still hoping to set up another eight this year.

The CRG’s on the cluster list include but are not limited to:

The ones we want to help set up are: Glorit, Tauhoa, Port Albert and Tapora in the North West corner of Rodney and Red Beach, Orewa, Hatfields Beach and Waiwera Coastal in the South East corner of Rodney.

If you would like to volunteer or like more information regarding the Rodney East Cluster of CRG groups please do not hesitate to contact Sue Robertson 0272003413 or email rns.coordinator1@gmail.com Regards/Stay safe/ Kia noho haumaru

(Some are existing, some are brand new and some are in the process of setting themselves up).

• Ahuroa • Campbells/Baddeleys/Buckletons Beaches • Kaipara Flats School and Kaipara Flats Sports Club • Kawau Island • Kaukapakapa North • Leigh/Mathesons Bay/Ti Point • Mahurangi East • Mahurangi West • Matakana work in progress • Omaha North • Pt Wells • Puhoi • Sandspit • Scotts Landing (MERRA) • Tomarata Forest Reserve Hall • Waitoki/Wainui Community Hall • Waiwera Valley Catchment • Warkworth • Wellsford • All of Whangaparaoa Peninsula of which there are seven • Whangateau.

CRG members attended the meeting.

Page 45

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Stay informed

Get ready

Use the QR code to sign up for additional alerts at www.aem.org.nz

• Know the hazards where you live, work and play -go to our interactive Hazard Viewer at https://www.aem.org.nz

Download the following application to get emergency messages: Red Cross Hazard app

• Visit https://www.getready.govt.nz for useful information on what to do in an emergency

Follow us on: Facebook: @aklcdem Twitter: @AucklandCDEM

• Download the following helpful emergency applications: Red Cross First Aid & AED Locations app: https://www.redcross.org.nz/first-aid/ about-first-aid/first-aid-app/

WARKWORTH OUR SERVICES

COMPREHENSIVE CARE

INVISALIGN

CARE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

For all your dental needs including teeth straightening with Invisalign Please contact us on Ph: +64 9 972 1518 Suite 21, 175 Millwater Parkway, Silverdale

www.millwaterdental.co.nz Page 46

• Shop + Food to Go & Coffee • Synergy Extra Diesel • Synergy Extra Unleaded • Synergy Supreme • Truck Stop Diesel Efficient Fluid • Mobil Smiles Acceptor • Mobilcard • Pay at Pump • Car Wash

Ph 09 425 8558

34 WHITAKER ROAD WARKWORTH, AUCKLAND

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Community support after the Ahuroa road closure Mahurangi locals extend support to communities affected by slips with donations of petrol vouchers.

In response to the closure of Ahuroa Road, Mainland Road, Dill Road, and Kaipara Hills Roads due to severe weather events in January and February 2023, Mahurangi residents and Warkworth Lions rallied together to assist those who needed to travel extra miles to get to work and school by offering petrol vouchers to affected residents in those affected communities.

This support was gratefully received especially by the parents/caregivers/ whanau who were doing the school run from J Tolhopf Road at the top of Puhoi to Ahuroa School, having to go via Silverdale and up to Warkworth and then via Woodcocks Road.

The Kaipara Hills Road also appreciated the petrol voucher gifts as they had to travel over to SH 16 and up to Wellsford to get to Warkworth.

Page 47

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Recruitment of members in Puhoi

by Michael Frost

I volunteered to set up a Street Group for Rodney Neighbourhood Support on a stretch of about 5km of semi-rural roads around where I live.

As I was relatively new to the area having recently moved here from France, I decided to go to all the household residences and knock on doors. This not only produced 40 new members (virtually 100% of those contacted) but was an extremely pleasant experience.

This is how I went about it: I used the 2023 Rodney Neighbourhood Support Annual Magazine and inserted a brief note in each copy introducing myself. This was useful to leave for people who were not home at the time. The letter summarized the aims of Rodney Neighbourhood Support and asked if they would like to join us to become members to please complete the enclosed joining form.

Membership is FREE. Where possible I left my car on the road and proceeded to the homes on foot. I knocked on their doors then took two steps backward to give the people who answered the door some space. I asked if they knew about Neighbourhood Support? I had the magazine and pens on hand. I handed over the annual magazine with my details inside and asked if they had a moment to hear about us? Everyone was very receptive to Page 48

my visit, and a few were really enthusiastic and invited me in. If people seemed to be in a hurry, I offered them the joining form and a pen to complete it with.

I so enjoyed my time canvassing my Neighbourhood for new members and I would definitely encourage others to do the same. I not only made contact with new members, but it gave me, a relative newcomer, a marvelous opportunity to meet all my Neighbours personally.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Sewing kits Energetic Sewing enthusiasts equip families affected by the cyclone.

A gathering of Southland women, who regularly come together to engage in sewing projects, found themselves discussing the challenges posed by the cyclone. Some members recalled the personal losses they experienced during the 1984 Southland floods.

collective desire to add a personal touch.

They reached out to businesses such as Bernina, Spotlight, Paper Plus and several individuals who generously donated items.

With the collaboration of the dedicated five, they successfully crafted 42 sewing kits.

The completed kits were then distributed to residents affected by the severe weather events that happened in January and February in Napier, Hastings, Gisborne, Mangawhai, Puhoi and Muriwai.

While the group had already contributed through donations of food, money, and clothing to the Red Cross, there was a

Page 49

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

RRT’s Farmers Community Connect The recent Farmers Community Connect Event in Wellsford hosted by the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) was a resounding success.

Providing over 330 farmers from the Kaipara and Rodney Districts with free fencing supplies to help them recover their farms from the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle earlier this year.

RRT’s contribution, however, went beyond providing fencing materials. At each event, up to 20 service providers such as mental well-being, veterinary support and rural financial councillors attended to give free support to the farmers, and attendees were all provided with barista coffee and a BBQ breakfast or lunch depending on when they turned up on the day.

This event is one of five Farmers Community Connect Events that RRT have organized this year to support the farming community.

Following Cyclone Gabrielle, RRT also hosted Farmers Community Connect Events in the Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne, Wairoa, and Waipukurau. Across these events, over $1.9M worth of fencing supplies were donated to 1,301 farmers.

Each fencing pack included fence posts, battens, wire, strainers, staples and crimps, enough for each farmer to repair approx.

350m of fencing. Recipients were also gifted an RRT food box filled with goodies to take home to their families.

The impact of these Farmers Community Connect Events cannot be overstated. For many farmers, the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle left their land in disarray, making it difficult for them to resume normal operations. The provision of free fencing materials through RRT’s community connect events has been a game-changer for these individuals, allowing them to recover and rebuild their farms more quickly.

Page 50

Sue with personnel who helped organise the RRT Event in Wellsford.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

The aim of these community connect events was about bringing the farming community together and encouraging them after what has been a very difficult year farming in NZ. As RRT director Matthew Smith said ,“We know how hard our farmers work but they can also be a stoic bunch and keep to themselves.

“These events are a great chance for the farming community to connect, despite the remoteness of some of the farms it is the

sense of community which we are able to draw strength from in difficult times.”

The success of RRT’s Farmers Community Connect Events is a testament to the power of collective action and community support. By coming together and lending a helping hand, we can make a real difference in the lives of those who have experienced hardships.

Sue engraving disks for customers at the RRT Event in Wellsford.

Page 51

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Snells Beach

Tsunami

Neighbourhood Support members and residents took part in a beach clean up at Snells Beach.

If you are near the coast

This took place following the storms in early 2023.

If you are near the coast and feel an earthquake that is LONG or STRONG: GET GONE. A tsunami is a series of waves caused by large earthquakes. All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami. A tsunami wave can grow to become a fast moving wall of water.

If you are at the coast and experience any of the following: • Feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a weak rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more • See a sudden rise or fall in sea level • Hear loud and unusual noises from the sea • Move immediately to the nearest high ground, or as far inland as you can.

Walk or bike if possible.

Do not wait for official warnings.

For a local source tsunami which could arrive in minutes, there won’t be time for an official warning. It is important to recognise the natural warning signs and act quickly.

Remember, LONG or STRONG: GET GONE.

Beach clean up at Snells Beach.

Page 52

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Tsunami evacuation zones Shore (Red) Evacuation Zone -

This zone must be evacuated in response to a 0.2-1 metre wave height. Flooding of land near the shore is not expected.

Orange - Inundation Zone - this zone

matches the 3–5m threat level warning and is to be evacuated in the event of either the 1–3m, or 3–5m threat level warning being issued (area inundated by a tsunami with a 500 year return period). The Orange Zone encompasses the Shore Evacuation Zone.

Yellow Inundation Zone - This zone

should also be evacuated in an official warning for larger than a 3 – 5 m threat level (2,500 year return period) or in the case of a natural or informal warning where the potential wave height is unknown. The Yellow Zone encompasses the Orange Zone and Shore Evacuation Zone.

Safe Zone - if driving, keep going once out of the evacuation zones to allow room for others .

Tsunami sirens

A tsunami may arrive soon after a major earthquake. Don’t wait for an official warning.

Walk inland or to high ground. Use the map to identify your nearest safe zones and safe locations ahead of time.

Evacuate on foot if possible. Roads will block very quickly. Take essential items - tsunami flooding can last for many hours.

More maps and info at: https://www.nrc.govt.nz/tsunami https://www.nrc.govt.nz/evacuationzones https://aucklandcouncil.maps.arcgis.com/ apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=81aa3d

Civil Defence - Tsunami evacuation zones Page 53

About our fencing projects

About our planting projects For planting projects, the amount of funding you are eligible for, will depend on the: distance from and size of the area next to the waterway to be planted number of different plant species required.

All plants must come from local, eco-sourced nurseries.

Fencing must exclude stock from the waterway or planting area.

MLRP will work with you to evaluate the fence type most appropriate for your project.

The setback of a fence must be a minimum of 3m from the waterway edge. The amount of funding you're eligible for, will be determined by the setback margin.

The MLRP Land Advisor and Planting Coordinator will work with you to assess what's appropriate for your site.

Mahurangi Land Restoration Programme

Information for rural landowners

Benefits of riparian planting Improved water flows and water quality.

Reduced water temperatures and increased oxygen levels in water.

Increased water clarity Retention of stream shape & structure.

Improved terrestrial habitat diversity.

Greater ecological quality and biodiversity.

About the Mahurangi Land Restoration Programme (MLRP) MLRP is a $5 million, 5-year programme funded by Ministry for the Environment's (MfE) 'Jobs for Nature'.

Auckland Council and Ngāti Manuhiri Settlement Trust are project partners.

The Mahurangi catchment covers about 13,500ha including 206.6km of rivers and streams that discharge into the

The Mahurangi Land Restoration Project (MLRP) contributes up to 60 percent of the cost of projects that protect: waterways including permanent and intermittent streams, springs and headwaters coastal margins wetlands critical source areas e.g. steep gullies native bush that contains a waterway

You are eligible to apply for funding if:

Mahurangi Harbour.

your land is in the Mahurangi catchment

MLRP aims to increase the health of the

you can contribute 40 to 50 percent

harbour and its waterways by reducing

towards the project (this can include

human induced sediment from private

voluntary labour)

What funding covers buying native plants & planting labour fencing materials & fencing labour site preparation & maintenance alternative water supply removal or remediation of fish passage barriers

What funding does not cover activities to meet subdivision or title requirements extensive weed control

Mahurangi catchment

and public land activities.

Sediment is the third-highest threat to marine habitats in New Zealand.

Recent MLRP achievements From 2021-2022, the Mahurangi community and landowners: planted about 120,000 native plants erected nearly 7km of fencing to protect waterways protected over 30ha of important ecological areas from stock

More information at: www.ngatimanuhiri.iwi.nz/melr

Page 54

mahurangilandrestoration@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Emergency Preparedness For Pets Often when we prepare for an emergency or disaster we think about ourselves, our family, neighbours, colleagues and friends. But is there someone else you might be forgetting?

Although they are often considered as part of the family, it’s easy to forget some extra planning might be needed to ensure your pets are also prepared. The following is a list of items you can store together to keep your furry, fuzzy, fluffy and feathered loves one comfortable and safe: ____ Food + Water Store at least five days of non-perishable pet food (canned or dried) in an airtight or waterproof container - don’t forget a can opener! Try to use the same food as what you normally feed them to avoid possible stomach upsets. Store at least five days of water, additional to your family needs. Remember to include bowls for both. ____ Carrier One for each animal. Label these in advance with your name, contact number and address. The cage/carrier should be sturdy and made from metal or plastic, not cardboard which may disintegrate when wet. For dogs, also include a muzzle, harness and lead. ____ Medical Supplies + Vet’s Details Store extra medical supplies (such as bandages and tape, scissors, tweezers and gloves) and your pet’s medicines or supplements in a waterproof container. You should also store copies of any medical and vaccination records in a waterproof see-through storage bag. Include your vet’s name and phone number, in case you have to board or place your pets in someone else’s care. Provide extra contact details for nearby family and friends. ____ Towels, Blankets + Bedding It helps to use bedding your pet is familiar with to make them feel at ease, especially if you become separated. A favourite toy can also help reduce stress. Towels and blankets will come in handy to keep your pet warm and dry in severe weather. ____ Sanitation Include litter and a litter box if needed and any other useful items such as newspapers, paper towels, plastic bags, doggie bags, disposable gloves and sanitising solutions. ____ Photographs + ID Store a current photograph of your pets in a waterproof container, including notes on any distinguishing features as well as name, sex, age, colour and breed. Also include a photograph of you together to help prove ownership if you get separated.

Make sure your pets are microchipped and wearing ID tags if possible.

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand | neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz Page 55

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

Page 56

, 82 1 126~97 742~87 1 482 0121342367893 1 7 82 7 1 482

9 87 2 87

$-$./0134050$67018-9:./0$;. l7$01`b 706./04-x =>?@ABC>DE?@>FDEHIJKLA?MCLNOP WT>IEC>?NALF?LNO Q T K > m N O L F ?

L N O P D N M K > ?

N ID N C P ?

N V W T > IV Q>?@ABC TFCK?NEPhTCD>V@ED p:07c : 40/ 0:./.

RNST>IU@JJ?>CHIJKLA?MCLNOP?NVWT>IV 800$x7/$4-`b >@>TiVE@JJ?>CL?>ALNO E@JJ?>C K>>KATCK?NNOLF?LNOPy>TFCKFTizDE?@>FDEP !

XYXXXXYZZZ yPRMD>MKDh ;9;07/;9 706;0. [;;3]^76_`;ab;7c7-9 7:67/7o04a7$ WDQWT>IL?>ALNO dDDeTIdNOLF?IPfN?hiDQADVB@dP CT@ITCTT>?hTKLA?MCLNOPW?>V ST>IKNA" #!#% TQMD>EDVDMDNCEPQ>?@ABCV>DE?@>FDE F?II@NKCKDEPDID>ADNFKDE 07c 46;-`;ab;7c7-9 XYXXjZZZkj p;x$4-7c7-9c4 7c 4:- $ca;_.$/;. p: >@>Tih?IDNLNO l7$01`b !! !

QTK>mNOLF?LNOPd@EKNDEEPTQMD>EDVDMDNCEP 1 7 42 8 l7$01 46;-&.`;/a40 Q>?@ABC -$./0134050$67018-9:./0$;.

QhNLF?LNO QTK>mNOLF?LNOPWDDQPWDDQVITNTADIDNCP $ IJKLA?MCLNOPQIEQ?F@IDNCP V XYXXZuvtnY QDWD>>DQVA>TOKNA {NKITiEVTWWDFCDQVdmVTVBDTCVhTMD XYXXnlo8pq`bsXYXXnZjntuvuw l7$01`b 212 41 1 4 12 QTK>mNOLF?LNOPTNKITiPTNKITiVBDTiCBP 4 800$x7/$4-`b K>>KATCK?NNOLF?LNOPy>TFCKFTizDE?@>FDEP BDTCVEC>DEEP 8 c 7 -9p;';-:; zKEf{QMKFDP=>?@ABC K>QLA?MCLNOPC?JKFEPCT(V>DiKDWVW?>V [;;3]^76_`;ab;7c7-9 DID>ADNFmVDMDNCE dDDeTIdNOLF?IPfN?hiDQADVB@dP y=SPEBDiCD>VITKNCTKNKNAVhDiWT>DVTNQV ! ## |~287~8377 1

4 8 2 1 2 6 1 6

4

J>?Q@FCKMKCmVEBDDJVTNQVFTCCiDVQ>mEC?FfV 8 7 40 7-98- 46; WT>IELJQW )ID>ADNFm*DNDCHh?>fTNQKNF?IDL 40/$ :c/:0;`;ab;7c7-9 ?MCLNOPJ>?Q@FCEPTVOVdDNDCEP B?>CNOLF?LNO >ADNFmVdDNDCLBCIi 1 126 423 ADID XkXYnvtYvu U J D F KTi+DDQE >TNCHh?>fTNQKNF?IDL

;

7 / : 0 7 4:-97/$4-340o07_c;p;.;70 CDhBTC@?>TLA?MCLNOP?@>VBDTiCBVEmECDIP A?MCLNOPJ>?Q@FCEPTVOVdDNDCEPEJDFKTiV WT>L?>ALNO NDDQEVA>TNCLBCIi DNMK>?NIDNCTiVBDTiCBPBDTC CDhBTC@?>TLA?MCLNOP?@>VBDTiCBVEmECDIP z@>Ti{EEKECTNFDyTmIDNCH 47 1~ h?>fTNQKNF?IDLA?MCLNOPJ>?Q@FCEPTVOV DNMK>?NIDNCTiVBDTiCBP dDNDCEP>@>TiVTEEKECTNFDLBCIi `b$-34067/$4-4-a$c9 0; >DTNQDID>ADNFmLNOP>DVETWDCmV XYXXkkuXXu FTIJTKANV>DE?@>FDEPhKiQ>DV>DTQKNDEEV TNQVJ>DMDNCK?NP `b 0;.73;/1 ; c$./ >DTNQDID>ADNFmLNOPWT>IEV>@>TiV J>?JD>CKDEVTNQV>@>TiVd@EKNDEEDEPWT>IV >@>TiVd@EKNDEEV>DVETWDCmVFBDFfiKEC `bc$x /$-x 0;..73;/1 FBDFfKCETi>KABCLNO 58$-34067/$4-4-a$c9 0; IJKLA?MCLNOPW?>DEC>mPJ>?CDFCKNAVW?>DECEV W>?IVE@IID>VhKiQ>DEP

Page 57

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Storm Recovery Navigator Service Navigators are here to help Based in storm affected communities across Tāmaki Makaurau, Storm Recovery navigators (navigators) from Auckland Council’s Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office (Recovery Office) have hit the ground running and are here to help you!

Our navigators are here to connect you to the resources and information you need to navigate your way through the coming months and beyond. Whether you have questions about your insurance situation, accessing financial assistance, or need support to deal with the emotional and mental toll, our navigators are here to help.

While most of Auckland has moved on from the storms earlier this year, many impacted people are still struggling. That’s why the Recovery Office has launched the Storm Recovery Navigation Service to walk alongside impacted individuals, whānau and families to help them access the information, services and support they need to plan their recovery.

Navigators are like a one-stop-shop. They provide people with holistic wrap-around support while connecting them to wider programmes and services.

Page 58

“Many of the people we work with are often overwhelmed with everything that needs to be done. Our guidance and support can make a tangible difference.

It’s a good feeling to work alongside people and help ease some of the pressure they’re feeling,” says Storm Recovery navigator Annabel.

This isn’t the first time navigators have been used in a disaster recovery. The service has proven a huge help for individuals and communities in recent recoveries across Aotearoa, like the Ōtautahi Christchurch and Canterbury earthquakes and the 2017 flooding in Whakatāne.

Storm Recovery Navigation Service manager Manu Joyce says, “What excites me most about our service is we’ve got a group of skilled, talented and caring people who will walk alongside individuals, whānau and families to connect them to the right services in the ‘moments that matter’.

Whether that’s your health and wellbeing, insurance, or navigating government processes which we know can be really challenging and frustrating at times, we’re here to help!”

The Recovery Office wants to give a huge shout-out to the Ministry of Social

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Development (MSD). Thanks to their generous support, we’ve had the first tranche of NGO-based navigators come on board in the past couple of weeks, with more coming on board in the new year.

Our NGO-based navigators are from these NGOs and will be able to leverage their existing relationships with their different communities.

Contact a Navigator You can contact us in the following ways: • Email: navigators@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz • At the Navigator drop-in clinics at a community facility near you.

Navigators are out in the community so can visit you at home or a place that works for you too.

Navigators team photo Page 59

PREVENTING MAIL THEFT Whether it be standard mail or courier delivered parcels and packages, when these items are left, they do become vulnerable to theft. Often credit cards, vouchers/gift cards or valued goods are the target for thieves.

There are a few ways you can discourage mail theft in your neighbourhood: • Clear your letterbox in a timely manner to reduce mail theft, especially where mail is easy to see or partially sticking out of the letterbox.

• Put a hold on your mail delivery if going away, to prevent an overflow of mail sitting unattended.

• Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave packages safely hidden or secured within your property, so that they are not visible from the roadside.

• If you are unlikely to be home for a couriered parcel and it cannot be easily hidden or secured until you are home, consider having it delivered to an alternative address (i.e. to work, a neighbour, or family member).

• Where practical, consider ‘click and collect’ over delivery.

• If replacing or upgrading your mailbox, consider lock-box options.

• Install security cameras and/or security camera messaging near your letterbox or front of property. You can view the CCTV guidelines at www.privacy.org.nz.

If you find mail or items you believe to be stolen, please secure the items and either give them to the intended recipient if safely able to do so, or return to the sender (if known), or hand to your local Police Station. It is an offence to keep mail or items that do not belong to you.

If you see suspicious persons or behaviour around letterboxes contact Police immediately on 105 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111. Please also report the issue to NZ Post and advise your neighbours to be vigilant.

Neighbourhood Support New Zealand | neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz Page 60

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Netsafe’s tips to #stayconnectedstaysafe 1. Do a stocktake: Assess how many devices in your house connect to the internet to understand where the risks are and start to mitigate them.

2. Assess new technology: Investigate new apps or platforms by checking out T&Cs, reviews and minimum age requirements before using them.

3. Secure your virtual house. Use strong passwords, update your software and use two- factor authentication where possible.

4. Share your experience: Talk to your friends and family about the technologies you use and let them know the tips and tricks you use to eliminate risk.

5. Combat misinformation: Guide people to official information sources like covid19.govt. nz to stop the spread of fake news.

6. See something, say something: If you see suspicious or criminal activity online, report it. If you don’t know where to report, Netsafe can help.

7. Practice safe clicking: COVID-19 is being used as a lure so be careful clicking on links, attachments or ads from unknown sources as they might be hiding malware.

8. Protect your info: Criminals are harvesting personal information. Stop and think carefully about the details you’re disclosing or whether they need to entered online.

10. Help others: Share your online safety tips and experiences using #stayconnectedstaysafe to help others.

As people rely more on virtual connections, Netsafe will keep sharing tips to help you #stayconnectedstaysafe. If there’s any topic that you’d like to know more about or ideas on how to contribute, please email us. Netsafe provides free support, advice and education – whether it’s scams, online bullying or advice on digital parenting, we’re here to help New Zealand.

Contact Netsafe If you’re concerned about the immediate safety of you or someone else, please call 111.

If you want help or expert incident advice, you can contact us. Our service is free, nonjudgemental and available seven days a week.

• Email help@netsafe.org.nz • Call toll free on 0508 NETSAFE (0508 638 723) • Online report at netsafe.org.nz/report • Text ‘Netsafe’ to 4282.

Combating child sexual exploitation To report objectionable material, such as online child sexual exploitation and abuse, visit the Department of Internal Affairs website or the Police website. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please call 111.

9. Have fun: Explore the different technologies available to help you connect, learn, stay informed and participate in Aotearoa’s new virtual society.

Page 61

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Rautawhiri Neighbourhood Group Christmas Celebration Finally...

After Covid restrictions and the busy period following, our Rautawhiri Neighbourhood Support group finally got together again for our annual Christmas barbeque and drinks.

While the weather could have behaved better it still did not dampen the afternoon and a great time was held by all catching up on the lost stories. Merry Xmas to all from the Rautawhiri Group. Paul Sutherland.

Motutapu Street get together

Page 62

Rautawhiti Neighbourhood Support Group, Christmas Celebrations.

Motutapu Street get together held March 2023.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Thrive NSNZ 2023 conference Conference highlights were centered around the themes of embracing change, cultivating resilience, and nurturing connections.

The conference was opened by the former Minister of Police Ginny Anderson, who emphasized the importance of community connections, mutual support, leadership teams, and the development of trust and confidence between the public, Neighbourhood Support and the NZ Police.

Neighbourhood Support members emerge as unsung heroes in emergency situations, providing essential communications services, and support to all their members across the region.

The previous Police Minister emphasized the vital role of community patrolling, highlighting it as a valuable resource actively involved in preventing crime. This includes addressing challenges such as the increase in criminal activities among the 12-13 age group, including incidents like ram raids.

Initiatives like Community Cam, led

by Michelle Hohepa, aim to combat increasing crime events.

Deputy Commissioner Tania Kura recognized a shared passion to serve communities with groups like Community Patrols and Neighbourhood Support connecting 200,000 households nationwide. The significance of community constables is underscored, acknowledging their unique value to each community. To evolve, the key is sharing ideas, partnering with the NZ police, exchanging information safely without judgement and serving as connectors for the greater good.

.

Sue Robertson and Margaret Faed attended the Thrive Conference in Wellington Page 63

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Snells Beach contact farewell

Street contact farewelled

Presentation to Kay Flower

Presentation to Lesley and Bob Leversha

Thanking her for her contribution and service to Rodney Neighbourhood Support as the Snells Beach Contact.

Lesley and Bob Leversha were the instigators in assisting to open the first Street Groups in the Snells Beach Community.

Members of the local Community meet together every year on the grassed centre of Apollo Place.

We wish them well as they move from our community. Margaret Faed Co-ordinator.

Presentation to Kay Flower.

Page 64

Presentation to Lesley and Bob Leversha.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

A birthday surprise Stalwart community volunteer Margaret Faed was treated to a surprise on her 80th birthday on October 26.

When friends and colleagues gathered to celebrate her life of tireless service.

An exhaustive list of Margaret’s contributions to the community began with a stint as assistant Brownie leader in the early 1960s, followed by numerous leadership roles in cub scouts over three decades.

She launched Snells Beach Neighbourhood Support in 2007, chaired Snells Beach Ratepayers and Residents Association from 2008 to 2014, and has been with Neighbourhood Support Rodney since 2014.

Margaret has also been a volunteer at Springboard since 2012, the community organisation working with at-risk youth, both at its former Snells Beach base and after its move to Sheepworld.

“She was over the moon,” Sue said. “I tried to make it a memorable day, and she said that it was one that she would remember always.”

Margaret said it was a lovely surprise and came on top of family birthday celebrations that have been going on for a month. She was made to feel ‘regal’.”

She traced her community spirit back to her childhood, when the family home in Milford was always open to neighbourhood children.

“Being a girl guide, you make a promise to help others,” she said. “My Christian faith has something to do with it as well – always treating people how you like to be treated.

“We’re all part of a community and if we all did just a little bit it would be so much better for everybody,” Margaret said. “You don’t have to volunteer for hours and hours – even just talking to your neighbours. There’s lots of good things we can do.”

(We acknowledge Mahurangi Matters for the Article and photos.)

The party at the Warkworth Scout Den was organised by friend and Neighbourhood Support Rodney colleague Sue Robertson.

Among those who attended and delivered tributes to Margaret were Neighbourhood Support New Zealand CEO Louise Grevel, Senior Constable Hamish Buick of the Mahurangi East Policing Centre, Springboard founder Gary Diprose and Neighbourhood Support Rodney committee member Christine Bolstad.

Margaret-Faed birthday surprise.

Page 65

Romance Scams Finding friends online can be fun.

Sometimes, that friendship can turn to love.

Sadly, some people later discover that the person they have been talking to online isn’t who they say they are.

These people may use your feelings for them to try to get you to give them money or private information.

Once they have it, they may use this to pretend to be you or steal from you.

When this happens, it is called an online scam, and the person doing it is a scammer.

Here are some tips to help you avoid being scammed: 1. Your online friend may not be who they say they are.

Scammers can pretend to be someone else to make you want to talk to them. They will ask questions to find out what you like and are interested in. They may pretend to like the same things as you to make you like them. They may also tell you they love you soon after you start talking.

2. Some people online claim to be a celebrity to trick people.

Be careful if someone contacts you and says they are a famous person. They may have seen you say something online about liking a particular actor, singer or celebrity and pretend to be them to make you trust them.

Page 66

3. Be careful if someone makes excuses not to meet you face-to-face or video chat with you online. They may not be a real person.

The photo you’ve seen may be fake and possibly a photo of someone else taken from the internet. If the person you are talking to keeps finding a reason not to video call, stop talking to them and talk to someone you trust for advice.

Romance Scams 4. Don’t tell or send any personal information.

This includes: •

login details or passwords to your social media accounts,

•

bank or savings account numbers or passwords,

•

your date of birth,

•

your phone number,

•

your address,

•

your passport number.

5. Don’t send any money.

Scammers may tell you about problems they or their family are having that need money to be fixed, hoping you will offer to give it to them.

They may even ask you for money for a specific reason, such as for a train ticket so they can travel to meet you. They will sound like they mean it because they may have done this before with someone else and are good at lying. Do not be embarrassed if you believed them.

How to get help.

If you are worried your online girlfriend, boyfriend or someone you’re dating may be a scammer: •

Don’t give them money.

•

Tell whānau or friends you know and trust in real life.

•

Talk to Netsafe for free and confidential advice on what to do next.

Netsafe can offer support and advice for people who have lost money in a scam, or think they are about to.

Produced in partnership with Spectrum Care Ltd.

Call toll-free on 0508 638 723, text ‘Netsafe’ to 4282 or email help@netsafe.org.nz You can report a scam to www.netsafe.org.nz/report Page 67

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

South Kaipara Good Food South Kaipara Good Food (SKGF) is a local organisation which has dug deep in its approach to tackling food insecurity in the South Kaipara community, stretching from Taupaki to Glorit.

Initially created in 2020 as a local response to Covid-19, the charity has since given out 17,312 food parcels, 7,910 since July 2022 alone, and more than 1,000 isolation packs thanks to the hard work of its small team and pool of passionate volunteers.

“The kai was plentiful and given with aroha.

It helped immensely because I am on a tight

budget,” is the type of feedback SKGF receives from its Kai Assist recipients. “So so so grateful for the community we have around us and the support available - we appreciate each and every one of you!”

SKGF have a history of pivoting to help our community in the face of the many challenges we have seen in the past three years. They were able to act quickly when Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary floods left locals cut off and without necessities like food and petrol, working the Defence Force, Auckland Emergency Management and the local fire chief to facilitate helicopter drops of essentials and organising

..

Distributing help with food.

Page 68

Community garden.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

ongoing food support for places like Muriwai and South Head which were drastically impacted.

Emma Farry from the Muriwai Food Hub was grateful for the ongoing support, mentorship and advice.

“The non-perishable food items that you were able to donate to us week after week fed hundreds of people and allowed us to offer a continuous Food Hub service for our community.

There were donations from countless social and church groups, but having the foundation of the weekly Monday donation from South Kaipara Good Food gave us the security we needed to offer a continuous and much appreciated service.”

SKGF is passionate about making our community resilient in the face of future disasters and challenges. Evidenced by the flourishing gardens as you arrive at the busy Te Awaroa Helensville Kai Hub, they have created urban and

Dee kai packs.

community gardens, run cooking, growing and composting classes, work with local schools and youth groups and also assist in the running of breakfast clubs at two local primary schools.

SKGF recently launched a new food rescue programme, acknowledging the impact that food rescue could have for our rurally isolated community.

SKGF are proud finalists in the North-West Country Business Association awards and would greatly appreciate your support of their mahi.

If you would like to stay up to date with their work and upcoming initiatives please sign up to their new newsletter, with the first edition due out later this month: www.eepurl.com/iuuv3w

Volunteers helping to distribute food.

Page 69

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Zero waste across our region Across our region, there are many fantastic communityled zero waste projects. These are initiatives that you can get involved in and that frequently offer family-friendly events.

What is zero waste?

Zero waste is about minimising our waste by changing the systems that create waste and changing personal and community behaviours to limit the waste we create, and reuse what we do create. Zero waste by 2040 is one of the key goals for the Auckland region because continuing to landfill or building incinerators to burn our waste are not realistic options: both

Mahurangi Wastebusters team planting up new Lawrie Road site.

Page 70

have serious toxic impacts and continue an unsustainable ‘take-make-waste’ way of doing things.

Community projects Community recycling centres (CRCs) are facilities where you can drop off unwanted items and materials for reuse and recycling, and buy second hand items. Check out Helensville Zero Waste at 35 Mill Road, Whangaparāoa CRC at 637 Whangaparaoa Road and Mahurangi Wastebusters’ two sites: the Less Waste site at Lawrie Road, Snells Beach and their site at 47 Station Road, Wellsford.

Hibiscus Coast Zero Waste is an amazing group working on multiple zero waste

Helensville Zero Waste a great place for toys.

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

projects in the community. Along with running the Whangaparāoa CRC and Ecoshop, they run the City-to-Farm composting project that takes local restaurant food scraps to a local farm for large scale soil regeneration. They run the Zero Waste Zero Carbon in Schools Programme where students are inspired to learn more about the relationship between global food production, the gigantic carbon footprint of our current agricultural system and low carbon alternatives.

your interests and skills, and connect you with the right people to make it happen.

Sustain and Enable in Huapai provides free healthy home assessments, zero waste education and sustainable living practices.

They particularly serve people over 55, those with disabilities, new migrants, Māori and Pasifika whānau, and young people in poverty. They are on the lookout for passionate volunteers who want to make a difference. When you register, they will match you with a cause that aligns with

Compost Collective is a project aimed at increasing the number of households engaged in composting and organic waste reduction. Food scraps should not go into regular waste bins because they create methane in a landfill. Compost Collective offers workshops across the region to those who want to learn and upskill their individual and community composting initiatives.

Hibiscus Coast Zero waste hosts repair cafe.

Perfectly Imperfect collects ‘ugly’ fruit and vegetables from producers that would otherwise go to landfill and distributes these out to communities. With a hub in Silverdale, they are always looking for keen, reliable volunteers to stop perfectly imperfect food going to waste and get it back out to our community. They have veggie boxes available at very low prices.

Perfectly imperfect daikon radish.

Page 71

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Street signs New street signs have been installed in many destinations across Rodney Neighbour Support area.

Kotanui Street, Army Bay, Whangaparaoa.

Crown Road, Whangaparaoa.

Fidelis Avenue, Snells Beach.

Alf Access Road, Woodhill.

Dormer Road, Kaukapakapa.

Page 72

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Raabia Close, Parakai.

Ara Kakara Ave, Kumeu.

Awatere Street, Snells Beach.

Melia Place, Whangaparoa.

Marram Place, Mangawhai.

Blue Gum Drive, Warkworth.

Page 73

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Page 74

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

How safe is your home?

Complete this survey — reduce your risk of being burgled.

Doors and Windows 1.

Are all locks to outside doors either dead locks or strong bolt locks?

2.

Can door locks be opened by breaking a window and reaching through?

3.

Can internal doors be locked?

4.

Are all locks in good working order?

5.

Do you lock the internal door from your garage?

6.

Can you account for all copies of keys to your home?

7.

Are window locks properly and securely mounted?

8.

Do you keep windows locked when they are shut?

9.

Do you use locks that allow windows to be secured partly open?

Yes

No

Garage 10.

Do you lock your garage door at night?

11.

Do you lock your garage door when away from home?

12.

Do you have good secure locks on garage windows and doors?

13.

Do you lock your car when its parked in your garage?

Holiday 14.

Do you notify neighbours when away on holiday?

15.

Do you have mail and circulars collected for you when you are away?

16.

Do you stop deliveries and newspapers when on holiday?

17.

Do you have shades up and lights on when on holiday?

18.

Do you use timers on lights & radios to make it look like you are home?

19.

Do you arrange to keep lawns and gardens maintained?

20.

Are you a member of a neighbourhood support group?

Environment 21.

Do you have sensor lights around your house?

22.

Are shrubs and bushes well trimmed near your house and boarders?

Safe Practices 23.

Have you recorded all serial numbers and stored them away from home?

24.

Have you uniquely marked valuable items (etch or invisible)?

25.

Do you have a description of valuable property?

26.

Have you displayed a sign that items are marked for identification?

27.

Do you have an alarm?

28.

Have you displayed a sign stating that your house is alarmed?

29.

Do you report suspicious activity or people to Police immediately?

30.

Do you know not to disturb anything if you are burgled? just to call Police?

Every “NO” shows a weak point and may help a burglar.

Every “YES”improves your protection.

Page 75

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Notes

Page 76

REACH OUT LOOK OUT HELP OUT

Notes

Page 77

Neighbourhood Support Joining Form Please return completed forms to: Rodney Neighbourhood Support Inc.

Postal Address:1 Hamatana Road, Snells Beach, 0920 Email: rns.coordinator@gmail.com Phone: 021 258 3737 Website: https://nsrodney.org.nz

Contact Details First Name: Last Name: Flat / Unit Number:

House Number:

Street Name: Suburb:

Region:

Postcode:

Home Phone:

Work Phone:

Mobile Phone:

Email Address: Emergency Contact:

Household Information Names of Other Household Occupants: Household Occupant Age/s:

0-18

19-29

30-49

I am interested in volunteering and would like more info: Consent to Join: [ Yes ] [ No ]

50-69 [ Yes ]

70+ [ No ]

Joining Date: _______________________

Additional Information

Please provide important details you would like to include as part of your household / personal application such as medical or mobility needs, list of pets, any special skills, etc.

Privacy Disclosure: By completing this application you agree to have your information shared with your local Neighbourhoood Support group / organisation including Coordinator(s) and Street Contacts who may contact you directly as needed through email and telephone communications. This information is collected and held in accordance with the Privacy Act 1993.

Creating safe, resilient and connected communities.

Page 78

Someone asked me what do i do with all this stuff, well its a long story but - metal recycling is the recovery and processing of recyclable metal products.

The value of the products depends on the actual material and the difficulty in separating the different materials.

For Example, cars can be recycled but only about 80% of modern cars is able to be recycled and even then there is a cost. The upholstery is mostly not able to be recycled and goes to landfill after it is sorted from the recyclable

materials, even the engine which contains steel, Aluminium, oils, and plastics has to be separated before it goes to the smelters. For example, oils are removed and recycled to make new oil-based products.

We even recycle the tyres, however, the cost to do so is so much more than the end products are worth.

At Tin Men Scrap Metals we do everything we can to reduce the need for any product to go to landfill.

William Mulholland - Director Tin Men Scrap Metal and Demolition

OUR SERVICES: • Demolition - Residential and Commercial • Asbestos Removal and Control • Scrap Metal Removal • Transportation of Scrap Metal • Cars - Any Condition • Scrap Metal Bins • Digger Hire and Driver • Labour Hire

0800 846 636

office@tinmen.co.nz | 63 Foundry Rd, Silverdale Service provided by Tin Men which you can find on our website www.tinmen.co.nz under our service page.

FIRTH ECOMIX, THE TRUSTED NAME IN CONCRETE • Ecomix Concrete • Bagged Premix • Bricks & Blocks • Paving & Retaining

Firth Readymix Matakana, Wellsford and Mangawhai Orders 09 423 6044 www.firth.co.nz