The Millwater Mag, June 2024

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I have a good feeling about June. With King’s Birthday in the first week and Matariki at the end we only have two full work weeks to get through this month. That seems pretty doable. And it will be nice to have a few extra family days to spend with the kids.

We had great fun recently having ice cream down at Orewa Surf Club while we watched everyone walking their dogs and riding their horses along the beach, so it was a real shame to hear about the club’s restaurant tenant Beach House Eatery closing down. Here’s hoping they find a new proprietor to fill the space very soon.

In the mag this month we have TWO pasta recipes for you, because in case the chilly nights and freezing mornings haven’t made it abundantly clear, winter is here, the time when carby comfort cravings tend to hit their ultimate peak. We’ve got you covered. You’re welcome.

For those trying to keep costs down, in this month’s Cooking Questions column we offer tasty ways to include inexpensive tinned fish in your weekly meal plan, we have advice on fishing over the winter months so you can catch your own fish for the table, we have a Matariki colouring sheet and a short story for a little free entertainment at home and suggestions for some local tramping tracks just up the road at Tawharanui, to get you out in stunning scenery on those crisp, clear winter days without draining your petrol tank too much.

We profile two local businesses each trying to make a positive difference in their own way, we have two articles on mental health and we highlight two local organisations both looking for some extra volunteers.

Please, pop your feet up and enjoy.

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The Green Spot

Perfectly Imperfect

I’m happy to see there are a growing number of companies that are angered by the amount of food wasted due to strict criteria from the supermarkets – and now we have a new community store in our neighbourhood doing their part. Perfectly Imperfect have opened their doors at unit 53, 36 Peters Way and have a selection of delicious, fresh produce for you to purchase between 12pm and 4pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (subject to change).

Due to their ‘imperfect’ appearance, 45% of fruit and vegetables are being rejected for sale in mainstream stores, but only because of overly high standards for size, shape and colour. This perfectly edible nutrition ends up in compost, or even worse, landfills, meaning 122,000 tonnes of food goes to waste each year in New Zealand. Perfectly Imperfect rescue some of this harvest and by supporting them you are also helping fund their initiatives to get sustenance to families in need.

For only $15 you can get an assorted box of healthy goodies that vary each week according to availability. Alternatively, you can fill a

bag of each item with however much you need for $2 a bag.

Sometimes the surplus goods are just due to an overabundant supply, so you may be buying supermarket grade food at affordable prices. They also do delivery as you can order their mystery box online at perfectlyimperfect.org.nz. There you can learn more about them and read their blog, and they also have an Instagram and Facebook page to follow for updates.

Caretaker Cottage in Albert Park is another hub they operate from and they’ll have another community store opening soon on Greys Ave. So, if you carrot all and think this is a berry good idea then get on board with Perfectly Imperfect’s mission to prove that ugly is the new tasty.

They are also looking for volunteers!

Hayley Crawford | @trashtalkingmama

Waitemata Endoscopy is right behind Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

June in New Zealand marks Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and Waitemata Endoscopy is right behind supporting Bowel Cancer NZ, to spread its biggest symptom awareness campaign. Bowel cancer is preventable, and yet New Zealand has one the highest rates of bowel cancer. So the goal for this campaign is to reach as many Kiwis as possible, so they know the symptoms and to get checked if they have concerns.

Bowel cancer is 90% curable if caught early, and yet it kills the same number of people as breast and prostate cancer combined. No one ever died of embarrassment, but they do die of bowel cancer!

At Waitemata Endoscopy, we have worked hard to solve the problem of timely access to a colonoscopy for the early screening, detection and diagnosis of bowel cancer, at ideally its pre-cancerous stage.

Now with 17 gastroenterologists and surgeons, we are able to offer reduced waiting times for most standard colonoscopy (and gastroscopy) appointments within 7 working days of a GP or self-referral, when you let us match you with the availability of our experienced specialists across the Waitemata Endoscopy Group.

What is a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is where a thin tube with a camera is used to look inside the gut to get a good look at the colon or large intestine. This is a day procedure, so you can go home the same day. During a colonoscopy, the doctor or endoscopist may take biopsies and photos, remove polyps/growths and check for other bowel health conditions.

To find out what symptoms to look out for, an online symptom checker is available at www.bowelcancernz.org.nz/ awareness-month

If you have ever had any anxiety about having a colonoscopy, let our compassionate team put your mind at ease and provide you with excellent endoscopy care. With increased capacity at both clinics across the Waitemata area, wait times are significantly reduced, easing the burden on the public health system.

So don’t sit on your symptoms, take action for you and/or your whanau this June for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

To take a video tour of our Clinics and the patient journey, head to our website at www.waitemataendoscopy.co.nz/locations

are dedicated to exceptional patient care

We have been serving the Waitematā community for over 16 years, offering access to a group of experienced Gastroenterologists and Surgeons. Bringing you timely access to Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy and advanced procedures close to home where care meets excellence, as your local Endoscopy Experts.

Talk to your GP about a referral to the Waitematā Endoscopy Group, or you can self-refer at: www.waitemataendoscopy.co.nz/referrals

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As the stunning colours of autumn are starting to fade as we move into winter, come and visit our team to discuss prepping your garden, choosing the right plants, planting with care, watering wisely, fertilising, a garden tidy up and essential tools to get any garden job done. Sarah, Fiona and the team have got all gardens covered, from flowers to vegetables, vertical to bee, hedging to orchards and everything in between.

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Embarking on an unforgettable journey

My

through Normandy Bucket List Travel

Viking

river cruise

If you've ever found history a daunting subject full of dates and names that slip through your memory, you're not alone. But what if I told you there's a way to immerse yourself in history, to walk through the footsteps of iconic figures and to witness the hallowed grounds of D-Day and the Normandy Beaches, all while enjoying a leisurely cruise along the picturesque Seine River?

I will be honest: history was never my strong suit, so when the opportunity arose to embark on a river cruise through Normandy, I was hesitant. Little did I know this journey would completely transform my perspective on history.

Our adventure began in the heart of Paris, where the Eiffel Tower greeted us with its dazzling lights. From there we set sail on the Seine River, with the promise of exploring the storied landscapes of Normandy.

The first few days we wandered through the streets of Paris guided by experts in art

and history, marvelling at treasures such as the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. Seeing the Mona Lisa up close and standing in awe of Notre Dame Cathedral are moments I'll never forget.

However, it was when we ventured beyond the city limits that the real magic happened. Cycling through Giverny I found myself lost in the beauty of Monet's Garden, each brushstroke a testament to the artist's vision.

In Rouen, the echoes of the past were palpable. Walking through the historic streets where Joan of Arc once stood, I felt a sense of reverence for the courage she displayed in the face of adversity at the age of seventeen.

A drive to Bayeux, where you can admire the magnificent tapestry that chronicles events leading to the Battle of Hastings and on to Juno Beach, a humbling experience. Standing on the shores where so many brave soldiers fought and died, I felt a pro-

found sense of gratitude for their sacrifice.

As we made our way through charming towns such as Les Andelys, with its picturesque ruins overlooking the river, and ventured to the outskirts of Paris to Versailles and Napolean's Chateau de Malmaison, I found myself utterly captivated by the rich tapestry of French history.

By the end of our journey I had gained a newfound appreciation for the past. History was no longer dates and names to be memorised but a living, breathing story waiting to be discovered.

So, if you've ever felt daunted by history, I urge you to embark on a river cruise through Normandy. It may just change your perspective in ways you never thought possible.

Michelle | Bucket List Travel, Red Beach info@bucketlisttravel.co.nz

Coasty Chocolate

This year marks Elena Skiteikina’s second year in Milldale and eighth year in New Zealand. She loves being a local on the Hibiscus Coast – it’s a dream come true for her – and she loves sharing her passion for healthier chocolate treats. Elena is the artisan behind The Purple Peony, where each decadent creation is infused with a passion for health and a touch of positivity. Chocolate is not just a treat, but a bearer of joy and wellness at The Purple Peony, the Coast’s very own chocolatier.

In a cosy home kitchen, separate from the hustle and bustle yet brimming with creativity, The Purple Peony's journey began. Drawing inspiration from a painting gifted by a friend, the name The Purple Peony embodies the essence of joy and positive energy, reflecting the belief that every creation carries the imprint of its maker's spirit. For Elena, crafting chocolates is more than just a business—it's about showing people that healthy foods and tasty treats don’t always need to be separate things.

For what sets The Purple Peony's chocolates apart is not just their sumptuous taste, but also their commitment to wellness. Using the power of cacao, a superfood revered for its myriad health benefits, each chocolate creation is a fusion of indulgence and nourishment. With a focus on natural and organic ingredients, free from preservatives and laden with organic sweeteners, Elena hopes to show people that sweets don’t necessarily need to be paired with guilt.

From the shared collective markets of West Auckland to the vast expanse of the online digital realm (and hopefully at local markets around the Coast soon too) The Purple Peony's chocolates find their way into the hands of those seeking a healthier indulgence. Elena also collaborates with

like-minded individuals, such as a fellow artisan specialising in cacao drinks and local cafes such as Auckland Joyve.

For Elena, the journey is as much about spreading joy as it is about crafting chocolates. Embracing the beliefs of simplicity and authenticity, the goal is not just to grow the business but also to foster a community centred around wellness and connection. With aspirations of opening a dedicated space to share knowledge and support other artisans, Elena envisions a future where sweet treats serve as catalysts for uplifting spirits and nurturing well-being.

In every bite of their chocolate lies the potential to uplift, nourish, and inspire—so the next time you savour a piece of their chocolate, know that you're not indulging in any ordinary treat but a guilt free, enjoyable one and supporting a lovely local business too. Online orders can be picked up in Milldale too, in case you can’t wait for them to be delivered.

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Madison Derbyshire-Smith | Features Contributor

Book Reviews

Silent as the Snow

by Emily Pattullo

Four teenagers are involved in an accident on a wintery night that will change their lives forever. A stranger is killed, and they agree to keep what happened a secret.

Twenty years later, Anna and her friends' lives intersect after a long absence. They are no longer scared teenagers, but the past still haunts them and this time, Anna is forced to look at what really happened all those years ago. But what she remembers is not what her friends remember, and she wonders if she was mistaken about the events. Looking into the past deconstructs her life in ways that seem unimaginable. As Anna delves into her past, her own family come under the spotlight, as secrets emerge, and she discovers nothing was as she thought it was. Has her life for the past twenty years been a lie?

Silent as the Snow is a compelling novel that unpeels multiple layers until it finally reveals the truth of the central event and the protagonist's real characters.

Root to Rise Publishing, RRP $34.99

by Riley Chance

Lauren has a secret past, but she is intent on helping others when she starts Weeping Angels, a niche business that helps victims of family violence obtain protection orders. Lauren wants to fix the justice system, so despite privacy concerns, she does an interview with journalist Grace ‘Ace’ Marks in the hopes of putting pressure on the government to make changes.

Lauren disappears not long after the interview after visiting a friend. Grace is concerned, although the police are not, and she begins to investigate. The questions mount up. Who is Lauren? Why does nobody know where she lives? And why doesn’t she exist outside Weeping Angels? It would seem sinister forces are the cause of her sudden disappearance, and it just might link to her very private past…

Weeping Angels is a gripping thriller that shines a light on the tough topic of family violence, but in such an engaging way it will have you frantically turning the pages and cheering on the resourceful protagonists. Original and thought-provoking. Copy Press, RRP $39.95

Weeping Angels

Karen McMillan |

HBCAFC Girls football

Fundraiser and fun night under lights

Hibiscus Coast Football Club have a dedicated girls section passionate about growing the number of girls playing football so that they can learn lifelong skills, make new friends and gain the confidence that comes with playing a team sport.

The girls committee are hosting an online auction to raise vital funds to support, improve and grow participation of girls football at the club. With teams in all age groups, there are girls already learn-

ing new skills, making friends and gaining confidence and the club want to get more girls involved in experiencing this.

They’re looking for products or services that could be kindly donated for the online auction that people will then be able to bid on.

If you run a business and have a product, voucher or service you would be willing to donate, or know of a business who can possibly help, please email girlscoordinator@hbcafc.org.nz. Any support is greatly appreciated.

Girls night under lights

This month the club are holding a fun night under lights in Millwater for all girls aged 4 to 9 years old who want to give football a go. There will be fun football-based activities to try run by great coaches and it’s all free of charge.

If you’ve thought about getting your daughter involved in football this is a great chance for her to see what it’s all about. There will also be a sausage sizzle and prizes!

What: Girls Night Under Lights by Hibiscus Coast Football Club When: Friday, 14 June 2024 from 5pm to 6.30pm Venue: Metro Park, 228 Millwater Parkway, Silverdale What to expect: Fun games, sausage sizzle and prizes!

Secure a free spot today by registering at https://hbcafc.org.nz/ girls-football

What's on

at Ōrewa Library

Ōrewa Library upgrade almost underway

The upgrade to the Ōrewa Library building, originally due to begin in March this year, will soon be underway. The $5.5 million extensive upgrade for the library building will address maintenance needs and allow the library to better accommodate growing visitor numbers, which have increased to more than 235,000 a year.

As part of the upgrade, the functionality of the building will be increased by reconfiguring the existing footprint and adding a mezzanine floor to create additional space. The leaky roof will also be replaced at the same time.

The library building will close for about 15 months to allow the upgrade to take place. During this time a temporary mini library will be set up at the Ōrewa Community Hall at 40/46 Ōrewa Square. All library services will operate from the small hall leaving the large hall available for community use.

There will be a delay of around a month in this facility being set up, with the library building closing at 3.30pm on Sunday, 9 June and the mini library opening on Monday, 9 July at 9am. Regular programmes run at the library will not run during this month of closure.

Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Deputy Chair Gary Brown says the multi-million-dollar upgrade is essential and will be well worth the wait.

‘The upgraded library is going to be amazing and has significant improvements for everyone. The downstairs area won’t be cramped and cluttered anymore. It will have better sightlines and be more open. There will be more spaces to relax and a new lift to the mezzanine floor.’

The comprehensive upgrade includes:

• moving some collections upstairs to free up space for creating new, relaxing spaces downstairs

• a large children’s library downstairs with room for collections and programmes

• a lift that meets accessibility requirements and has access to the mezzanine floor

• an open downstairs area with better sightlines, lower shelves and better spacing of fixtures and fittings

• a new mezzanine floor with flexible space for study, programmes, meetings that is adaptable for different requirements

• an improved interior layout, safe room and controlled access to staff areas

Head of Community Delivery (North/West) Rachael Rivera says library staff are grateful for the community’s support and patience while the upgrade is underway, and the library is closed temporarily. ‘We have been planning this for several months and doing everything we can to reduce its impact. Staff will be on hand to help people access the services available at the mini library.’

Adapted with permission from article published at ourauckland.aucklandcouncil. govt.nz

Taking a Hike

Tawharanui Regional Park

As much as I love a South Island hike, I am currently on a mission to tick off as many local tracks as I can. With that in mind, a couple of weeks ago I recruited some friends and headed north to Tawharanui. It’s an easy 50-minute drive from Orewa, a tad longer if you have an essential coffee stop in Matakana.

Tawharanui Regional Park is a 588 hectare open sanctuary with bush, beaches, wetlands and farmland. It’s a haven for native birds, including Kiwi and is secured from predators by a pest-proof fence. Thousands of plants are added to the area every year in restoration projects and there is a working farm with cattle and sheep plus a multitude of hiking tracks. The north coast is also a marine reserve. It’s been off limits to fisherman since 1981, so it’s a popular place for snorkelling in the summer months –you are guaranteed an abundance of marine life!

We started by Sanctuary Hut in the Anchor Bay car park. Combining three of the tracks, we headed off along North Coast Track. The first section took us along a gravel road then up and through farm land. The views from the top are stunning. You can see up the coastline for miles and out over the peninsula to the ocean.

The next track we joined is a definite highlight of the walk, a short detour through bush and out to Tokatu Point Lookout. With panoramic views out over the Hauraki Gulf, you can see Little Barrier, Great Barrier, Waiheke and down to the Coromandel. After a photo stop we carried on to the Tokatu Loop Track, which took us to another lookout with the rugged and rocky shoreline below, where we were entertained by a group of seals playing in the water!

From here we headed up the hill, then veering off to the left we linked up with the South Coast Track, walking down through bush and more paddocks, then down a few stairs to Māori Bay. Kawau Island is a stone’s throw away and it would be a great spot for kids, with rock pools galore.

Our last leg was down the South Coast Track then across and back to the beautiful Anchor Bay. It was a weekday so only a handful of people were around, leaving the beach virtually empty. One of our group braved the autumn water while the rest of us enjoyed the scenery.

Our total walking time was about two and a half hours and we clocked up 8km. I’m sure it could be done quicker but I’m all about the view, the journey and fitting in a lunch and coffee post-hike. We thoroughly enjoyed another stop in Matakana for a riverside lunch!

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Get cosy, improve your sales

Beat the winter sales blues with warm and cosy promotions, activities and initiatives that keep the POS system beeping. While some go into hibernation and reduce their activity, you can take advantage and stand out. Here are a few ideas to help.

Time related offers – Create a sense of urgency by running offers that expire soon.

Promotions – Get active with promotions and give-aways relevant to winter. Try a quiz with a prize at the end. Remember your call to action to collect contact details or new followers.

Go hard on digital – Research proves that people spend more time rugged up at home on devices when it’s cold. So look at improving your online offer. Keep active on social, get customers engaging, ask questions, offer prizes, winter recipes, share photos of your products in action in winter. Remember free shipping is very popular with customers usually spoilt by choice.

Winter sports have all started – Support your local teams, take photos, consider sponsorship, share your support across social media.

Brand update – How up to date is your brand? A quiet winter is a good time to work on your business and update sales tools.

Winter images – Stay away from cheesy Northern hemisphere images of snowflakes and festivities. Focus on human connections when seeking content. Keep images and messages relevant to winter in NZ.

Winter products guide – Help your customers understand which of your products are suited to the winter season, or how to best store them away, if not.

Seasonal sale – It’s cold and it’s likely to rain. Think of a cosy sale theme. If you sell warm clothing, fireplaces, heaters or hearty food, this is your opportunity.

Influencer marketing – Consider looking for an influencer who has an audience you can tap into. Provide them with your content with good calls to action leading back to your channels to grow your own following.

Loyalty programme – Don’t just reward new customers, thank loyal customers who give you repeat business. A loyalty card on the back of your business card. Create a special code on invoices for a free hour for services or gift with purchase.

Cross-sell/Partner – Which of your products can be paired with another company’s products during winter? For a physio, can you partner with a supplements distributor? Or for travel offer a luggage package?

Chris Norris | Truth Seeker

Cert. MKTG | MCC | Cert. Typography

Former Chairman of Business Whangaparaoa and Board Member for Silverdale Business. Mentor with the Business Mentors Programme at MBIE. Now running a locally focussed branding business. Allbrand.co.nz – Revealing the true Unique Selling point in businesses. If you are passionate about something you already have a great story. Get in touch to tell it: Chris@allbrand.co.nz

Realities of relationships

Relationships are one of the most important aspects of our lives and the quality of these connections is determined by many factors.

‘A

relationship is a process, not a destination.’

Daphne Rose Kingma

Recognising the realities of our relationships ensures we know whom we can trust, whom we may need to tolerate because of unavoidable contact and whom we should keep a distance from physically, emotionally and sometimes financially.

If trust has been established in a relationship I’ve learned to view uncomfortable interactions as personal growth opportunities. Vulnerability and honesty are key to a healthy connection.

Suppose trust is not established or was broken with someone and I cannot avoid their ongoing presence. In this case, I will consciously retain my self-worth and self-confidence during necessary interactions.

If someone attempts to undermine or control me, creating an emotional boundary is my response. For me, this is the hardest to achieve as people-pleasing habits can sometimes override my ability to prioritise my well-being in relationships.

When we understand this concept and apply it to the four main types of relationships – family, romantic, friendships and acquaintanceships – we can view the shifts and changes with a renewed perspective.

Relationships are always evolving, positively or negatively. We may strive for positive connections but when relational conflict continues it becomes an unhealthy relationship. Sometimes a resolution is achievable. Sometimes the only resolution is to end the relationship.

How can we recognise positive relationships?

My first check-in is, how do I feel when I am with this person or group? Whether they are a family member, friend, romantic partner, teammate or a barista serving your daily coffee, their tone of voice, level of respect and attentiveness towards you will influence how you feel in that moment of connection.

How you respond to interactions with others indicates whether you have a healthy relationship with yourself. What do I mean by that? Your relationship with yourself is the only one where you have complete control. Let’s face it, this is the longest relationship you will have, so it serves you well to work on it daily.

Regularly reviewing our close relationships, community groups and work environment allows us to reflect on significant shifts and changes.

The most important relationship to evolve positively is how you relate with yourself.

Trish | Life Coach & Counsellor trishbeauchamp.com

Your own personal chef Cooking Questions with Mark Lane

I have been cooking professionally for 39 years, both in New Zealand and internationally. My business, Culinary Lane Catering is based in Millwater, providing three and five course dinners in your home, out-catering and grazing tables. Now you can gain the benefit of my experience by emailing me your cooking questions.

Nathan: Tinned fish seems to be a thing at the moment. What are your thoughts on using tinned fish as an inexpensive protein option? Do you have any in particular that you recommend and serving ideas?

With fresh fish at $30-$45 per kilo for fillets, tinned fish is a great option. It doesn’t compare at all to fresh fish in flavour, however, it’s great if you’re after the same protein as fish but handier and a lot more inexpensive. I love canned tuna myself, even more than fresh tuna. It contains many vitamins and minerals, such as B-complex vitamins A and D, iron, selenium, phosphorus and Omega 3 fatty acids.

When I use canned tuna (the world’s most popular canned fish) I buy it in springwater, drain well and always add some malt vinegar before I add it to any recipe as this helps bring out the flavour of the tuna.

I do tuna bake with a bechamel sauce, sweet corn and other vegetables, topped with mashed potato and cheese. You can make a fresh nicoise salad very easily with tuna, olives, tomatoes, green beans anchovies, boiled potato, Italian parsley and lemon mayonnaise.

I also love potato fish cakes using smoked canned fish or tuna and you can’t go wrong with a good fish pie. I also do a creamed pasta/ spaghetti dish with canned smoked fish or tuna (recipe on p44).

Canned fish definitely has a place in everyone’s pantry if you ask me.

Vic: Can you help with what I can do to stop my omelettes getting so brown and a tough skin on the outside?

Young chefs at an interview will sometimes be asked to make an omelette to show their cooking skills as it is so easy to get wrong.

Have a pan just for omelettes, to keep it in good condition so the omelette doesn’t stick. Don’t wash the pan, just wipe it with a paper towel and only use a rubber spatula. I like cast iron pans but the easiest to use and maintain is a good quality non-stick pan. Use a medium heat and always preheat the pan, then add clarified butter then just eggs whisked with a touch of cream and seasoning. With the spatula, move the egg around the pan until it starts to resemble undercooking scrambled eggs. Remove from the heat and make sure the egg is evenly distributed. Allow to sit for 2-3 minutes. This will firm up the base of the omelette. Place your warmed fillings onto one side of your omelette, fold the other half over the top and gently turn out onto a plate. It may take several tries but practice makes perfect.

Mark Lane | Culinary Lane Catering

www.culinarylane.co.nz | email culinarylane@gmail.com

The Fiction Spot

Flying a Hull

by Ian Matheson

It is the perfect day for fast sailing. A gusting breeze of 15-20 knots, just the right amount to get the adrenalin coursing. The sea has taken on a surreal quality. A deep emerald green with seahorses prancing rhythmically across the surface, rays of golden light from the late afternoon sun, creating mirages of glistening jewels, shape changing constantly with the moving ocean.

‘Kirstin, pull harder on the mainsheet,’ I yell into the blustering wind. She catches my eye and with a determined grin, braces both legs against the side rail, hauls the taunt rope through the block and jams it firmly into the cleat. The 16-foot Hobie Cat instantly picks

tains of fresh ocean spray lashing exuberantly across the deck.

‘She’s going for it now,’ I shout excitedly, ‘I’ll take the helm and let’s have some real fun.’ We both arch backwards over the windward rail, our bums centimetres above the racing water. I get a few more clicks on the main sheet, head the cat slightly up wind and smooth as silk, the hull lifts cleanly out of the water. What a thrill, a sensation of barely controlled speed, flying above the ocean like a hungry seagull. I want the thrill to continue. ‘Let’s hold this reach a little longer,’ I eagerly call to Kirstin.

David Squire is enjoying his favourite pastime. Standing in his upstairs lounge, gazing through his high-powered binoculars at what’s happening on the constantly changing ocean. ‘Look at that catamaran,’ he calls back to his wife Joan,’ she’s flying a hull. I hope they don’t go out too far in these blustery conditions.’

The wind gusts unexpectedly, trapping too much wind in the sail. The hull flies high in the air, capsizing the Hobie Cat and sending the young couple plunging head first into the heaving water. ‘Did you see that?’ cries David concerned, ‘looks like they just capsized. I had better keep an eye on them and make sure they are OK.’

Flying a Hull

Kirstin comes spluttering to the surface, frightened and disoriented. The ocean has taken on a more menacing quality from this perspective. Cold water slaps her in the face like an abusive partner. ‘Don’t worry,’ I call to her, ‘help me right the boat and we’ll be back on board and underway before you know it.’

The cat flips back onto both hulls on our first attempt and then promptly sails away, as if it had a mind of its own and had finally escaped its demanding master. We both stare at the boat in disbelief. ‘Holy shit,’ I yell despairingly, ‘I must have left the main sheet cleated. Be brave Kirstin, we will have to swim for shore now.’

David can see the couple are in real trouble. Their boat merrily sailing into the distance, stranded far from shore on an unfriendly sea intent on dragging them under its roiling waters. ‘Joan, pass me the phone. They need rescuing and I had better call Ray over at the Coastguard.’

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Can I show that I can afford my new mortgage repayments? It is recommended that you ‘demonstrate’ you can afford your new mortgage repayments. Use one of the mortgage calculators available online to work out your repayments. If you’re paying rent or board, you can transfer the difference to make up the amount you would be paying as a mortgage repayment to a savings account.

Do you have any outstanding short-term debts? If you have any short-term debts, such as student loans, personal loans or Buy Now Pay Later facilities (such as Afterpay), these can impact on your borrowing ability. Before you apply for a mortgage, you should look to pay off any existing debts.

Mortgage Matters

Preparing for a successful mortgage application

You’ve decided that 2024 is going to be your year to purchase your first home! So what do you need to do to ensure your mortgage application is successful? Here are some key points to consider.

Check your credit score. When applying for a mortgage the bank will check your credit score as part of their assessment to determine how responsible you are with your finances. A clean credit history increases your chances of a successful application.

Before applying for a mortgage, you can check your credit score for free via the following link https://www.centrix.co.nz/my-credit-score/

How are your bank accounts looking? When applying for a mortgage, banks want to look at your last three months bank statements to make sure you’re managing your finances responsibly. If you’re regularly missing payments or overdrawing on your account, this will negatively impact your application.

Let our extensive knowledge of Trusts be your advantage.

For law relating to Trusts and Succession Planning plus a wide range of other exceptional legal support, please give us a call.

Do you have unused credit card limits? When banks assess mortgage applications, they take into account your total credit card limits (not the balance owing) and will allocate up to 5% of your total limits as a ‘fixed monthly expense’. So, the higher your credit card limits are, the more the bank will allocate as an expense, which will negatively impact on your borrowing ability. If you don’t use your credit card, or you don’t need the full limit, consider closing or reducing your limit.

If you’re considering purchasing your first home, we recommend you seek expert help from an experienced Mortgage Adviser.

Let’s chat! Contact Wayne Henry on 021 423 818 or email wayne@waynehenry.co.nz

Wayne Henry | Wayne Henry Mortgages

Wayne and Karen Henry are Millwater locals. Wayne is a Financial Adviser specialising in mortgages and Karen supports him with all admin related work. Wayne’s Disclosure Statement is available free of charge on request or can be downloaded via website https://www.waynehenry. co.nz/wayne-henry-mortgage-adviser/

We believe that selling and buying a house or property can be stress-free and exciting when you have the right knowledge and insights, partnered with a supportive real estate agent and sales system. As top local agents who know the Millwater/Silverdale area, know the current market, and know how to get results, all while providing our clients with the best possible service, we offer a down-toearth yet bespoke approach to real estate. We hope you'll find the next few pages provide some information and insights to help you make informed decisions about your next move. We welcome the opportunity to chat with you about your current and future property plans. So have a read and send us a message or call us any time.

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jen.singleton@harcourts.co.nz

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TIPS ON TIMING

THE MARKET

As an owner contemplating the sale of your home, it's natural to want to time the market to maximise your selling price. In fact, deciding when to launch a marketing campaign is often one of the first topics owners want to discuss during the appraisal process.

So how important is timing the market? Is there an optimum time of year to list your home for sale? Should you avoid public holidays? Is it best to wait until the market shows signs of improvement overall?

In this guide, we will run you through the key points to keep in mind when considering when to put your home up for sale.

The pre-sale juggling act

Getting a property ready to sell can be a lot of work. Houses usually look their very best right when they go up for sale and that's no accident. Owners often put their heart and soul into cleaning, staging, painting, repairing and landscaping to try and secure the best possible price and a speedy sale.

This often involves time off work, project managing tradespeople and juggling weather. And throughout this whole process, you might be trying to find a new house to buy at the same time!

All this leads us to our first key point:

The best time to go on the market is when it suits you and your family.

Once you reach the peak of the pre-sale preparation crescendo, that's the time to get the buyers in the door and strike while the iron is hot. Get your home on the market when it's looking fresh, clean and ready for new owners to fall in love with.

With all that being said, if you have total flexibility on timing, here are a few tips that might help:

Avoid having your first open home on a long weekend or during the school holidays. Some buyers will take a break from their home search and go out of town on holiday weekends. The highly motivated buyers on a deadline will probably stay in town, but the more transient "I'll buy if the right house comes up" ones won't likely hang around. Your first open home is usually your busiest and it pays to maximise numbers, so push your listing date forward or back one week if you can to avoid a school holiday or holiday weekend.

Should you wait for the market to improve?

Putting aside holiday periods, the bigger question on an owner's mind if they have timing flexibility is whether they should go on the market now, or wait for prices to improve.

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

If you plan on buying and selling around the same time, it doesn't really matter. It all comes out in the wash.

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1. If the market moves, the crowd follows. We often see a glut of new properties hit the market immediately after any positive news that might influence prices, with the increased supply countering any potential gains.

In a hyper-local sense, small fluctuations in the number of houses on the market can happen for any number of reasons, and these changes can have a big influence on market prices. If a buyer suddenly has 10 houses to choose from, instead of the 3 they had last week, then each owner might have to wait a bit longer to secure a sale or adjust their price expectation a small amount to get a deal done.

As an owner, you don't have any control over when other potential sellers in your market decide to list, which takes us back full circle to our very first point: The best time to go on the market is when it suits you.

Finding the right home for your family at the right time will always be more important than timing the market.

Call us today to book an obligation-free chat. We love putting our vast experience to work helping owners in our community make smart real estate decisions. Get in touch today!

Jen Singleton: 021 820 373 Jake Morgan: 021 447 534

Paul Jarvis 021 951 538 | paul jarvis@raywhite com

Paul Jarvis is a highly experienced, knowledgeable Real Estate professional and the Kensington Park specialist. Contact Paul today about all your Kensington Park inquires and general FAQs.

• settle the outstanding mortgage(s) on residential property (and other loans and/ or outstanding debts), leaving the property mortgage-free and removing the stress and pressure on the surviving spouse/partner to meet mortgage payments on their own

• have access to additional funds to enable the surviving spouse/partner to assure the children’s quality education and to enable the household to continue to function, despite the premature loss of a parent or caregiver

I write this article, having just returned from a heartbreaking funeral to farewell a savvy, vivacious, 33-year-old woman, a recent mother and successful business owner, with her whole life ahead of her, whose death leaves behind a heavily grieving husband, family, friends and clients. How could it be, that only months after becoming a mother for the first time, creating so much joy, and in the midst of a deeply loving marriage, she was suddenly taken, leaving a huge void in many people’s lives?

Sadly, it is the reality that life isn’t fair. No one is immune to life’s unexpected curveballs that can strike when least expected.

The death or critical illness of a loved one can leave a family in a seriously exposed financial position. While no one can control when such events impact our lives, it is prudent to plan for the unexpected and be prepared for coping with it when it does happen.

Nothing can replace the loss of a loved one, but having suitable insurance cover in place will enable the surviving family, despite a period of grieving, to:

• meet immediate funeral and legal expenses

If you do not presently have cover in place to provide security and peace of mind for you and your family, I invite you to contact me for an initial no-obligation consultation. This will be conducted in the gentle, respectful and sensitive manner for which UProtectNZ Insurance Services is renown. We have made a long term commitment to helping people, and our wider community, and welcome the opportunity to be of assistance.

It’s what we do!

Theo Simeonidis | UProtectNZ Insurance Services

Theo Simeonidis is a Financial Adviser, living and working in Millwater on the Hibiscus Coast, and specialising in personal and business insurances. Theo can be contacted on 027 248 9320 or email theo@uprotectnz.com. Any assistance is provided on a free, no-obligation basis. A public disclosure statement is available on the www.uprotectnz.com website.

Got

ticket to Finding Nemo Jr

Centrestage Youth Theatre is excited to be putting on Finding Nemo Jr the musical from the 13 to 20 July, during our next school holidays. This is an upbeat production which provides fantastic opportunities for children from the Hibiscus Coast community to be part of an extraordinary show. It will also be a great treat for families to come and see together.

The show is an adaptation of the 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with music by award-winning song writing team of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. It tells the story of an anxious father, Marlin, desperate to protect his son, Nemo, who is just as desper-

ate to begin adventures of his own. Before you know it, we are witnesses to an exciting rescue mission and a coming-of-age drama.

The massive cast of kids, ranging from 6 to 14 years old, is led by Trafford Anderson as director, Louise Wilkie as choreographer and Tolka Ashworth as vocal coach. This stellar team are all Centrestage Youth Theatre alumni. It is amazing to see them working together to create exactly the kind of inspiring experience they benefited from themselves. We can only hope that this will serve as a shining example of the value of the arts in our lives as well as showing the children different avenues to continue their passions into adulthood, just as our amazing creative team are doing.

The cast of 39 is made up of children who starred in last year’s successful Madagascar Jr and other shows here, students from our Centrestage Youth Theatre drama classes and newcomers in their first show. Experienced hands helping out nervous newbies fosters the whanaungatanga that community theatre is built upon.

Whether you are a fan of the movie, enjoy musical theatre or hopeful tales, or want to check out the incredible talent of these young people in our community, this is the perfect show to come along to. As part of our audience, you are an essential element of what keeps community theatre going.

www.centrestagetheatre.co.nz

Talking to your child about anxiety

Anxiety is an increasingly common issue for young people in New Zealand.

Thankfully we have moved on from the days when mental health issues were not talked about, so we can now talk to our kids about anxiety. Some key points about anxiety that may be reassuring for you and your child to know are that:

• some anxiety is normal

• anxiety is not dangerous

• anxiety can be managed

• anxiety is not caused by your child

Of course if you believe your child might be showing signs of particularly problematic anxiety you should seek help from a mental health professional.

Some anxiety is normal and anxiety is not dangerous

Dr Harry Barry, author of Anxiety and Panic: How to reshape your anxious mind and brain, says anxiety is ‘uncomfortable but not dangerous’. Anxiety is a normal function

designed to keep us safe and help us think through ‘what if’ scenarios. However, in our modern world we are not faced with the lions, tigers and bears (oh my!) of the days of old and unfortunately some of our brains misinterpret aspects of modern-day life as threatening.

The amygdala is a part of our brain highly involved in anxiety, and I love the way Dr Harry Barry describes this as an over-zealous creature who is always on the look-out for danger. Try imagining with your child what this creature looks like, give it a name and de-mystify the presence of anxious thoughts. Explain to your child that this amygdala-based creature is responsible for sending out warnings of danger. It is an important and friendly creature that is trying to help but unfortunately it can become too excited and a bit clumsy and can call out ‘danger!’ when there is none. When this happens, we get anxiety at unhelpful times and to levels that can be very uncomfortable. Then we want to avoid the times/places/people where the anxiety shows up most often.

Anxiety can be managed and anxiety is not caused by your child

There are many avenues for management of anxiety and I recommend trying different strategies/professionals until you find what works for your family. The key point is that anxiety can be managed and it need not control your child’s life.

It is likely to be very reassuring for your child that they are by no means alone in dealing with these uncomfortable feelings. They are not ‘broken’, there is nothing ‘wrong’ with them and they are not responsible for the anxiety. Many successful people have had to manage anxiety issues, such as Ariana Grande and super rugby star Anton Lienert-Brown.

Finally, even talking about anxiety can be triggering so it’s important to go slow, keep things light and be guided by your child’s readiness to talk.

Mandy Bradshaw | Counsellor and Coach

Residents at The Botanic

Julie and Grant McKechnie

Where did you move from? We both grew up in a small town in North Canterbury but Grant’s career in insurance saw us live all over the world. When our family was young we lived across Africa and Asia, but for the last 30 years we have lived in Mairangi Bay and Browns Bay before moving to The Botanic.

What do you love most about The Botanic? The support and empathy from residents and staff, and it’s been that way from day one. It’s an open, relaxed and friendly environment. We also love our villa and the wonderful amenities including The Clubhouse Café, the pool and gym complex and the community garden.

What have you learnt about retirement that you wished you’d known before? We were well placed for retirement. Ten years before retiring Grant stepped away from corporate life, reduced his hours to four days a week and worked for a smaller family style business. I (Julie) also worked part time for many years after raising four children. The two of us had many interests outside of working life, and that is essential for a good retirement.

How do you live a life filled with purpose? Grant is involved in sport, and is kept busy as the Secretary of the Residents’ Association. I’m involved in many activities at the village including exercise classes, Mahjong and art classes. I also look after the flowers in The Clubhouse Café and our family plays a big part in our retirement too. We love the camaraderie, being able to stay fit and the freedom.

What’s the best thing about living on the Hibiscus Coast? The closeness to all amenities including the beaches, shopping and healthcare. There is easy access to the motorway and the Park and Ride is just across the road.

How would you describe the community at The Botanic? Wonderful! Youthful in attitude, willing to mix and participate, and friendly and inclusive.

What’s your advice to retirees thinking about moving to a retirement village? Don’t leave it too late. It is a major change and there is some upheaval, so do it while you can. It takes time to transition, but there are many things to engage in and enjoy. Also,

support is at hand if a partner becomes ill or incapacitated.

How has the ‘Lock up and Leave’ lifestyle changed your life? We love it. We can easily visit family and friends overseas and my plants get tended to. If we aren’t in our campervan, we know it’s safe here at the village.

What’s your favourite dish or food at The Clubhouse Café? There are so many choices, but Grant loves the lamb shanks, and my favourites are the Thai Salad and the Fish and Chips.

What is a great quote or advice you live by? Use it, or lose it! Don’t look back. Be empathetic and accept new challenges.

If you’re curious about what a resort-style retirement might look like for you, contact Michelle or Jan at The Botanic on 0508 268 264.

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Hooray for Hospice volunteers

Volunteers have a real and meaningful impact in the community, and with National Volunteer Week coming up from 16-22 June, Harbour Hospice will be thanking and celebrating its 1200 volunteers.

Many locals are familiar with Hospice’s retail volunteers, who are out in force in its 17 hospice shops. But there are lots of kindhearted people supporting Hospice in other ways, too – among them, the Caring Quilters, from the Hibiscus Coast.

under her kitty quilt every night and believes ‘all the cats I have had in my life are there in your stitches, adding their love to the Caring Quilters’.

It's feedback like this that makes volunteering so rewarding, says Harbour Hospice Volunteer Services Team Leader Vicki Parker. ‘So we make a real effort to thank and acknowledge our volunteers as often as we can, so they can see the ripple effect their kindness has on others.’

The Caring Quilters are a group of keen quilters who’ve been stitching quilts together for Harbour Hospice patients since 2013. The group’s co-founder Helen Hartford says nothing brings them more joy than hearing that one of their quilts has made a patient’s day, and she admits the group was recently reduced to tears when it received a letter from Hospice patient, Janet Kingston, who had received one of their quilts.

The Harbour Hospice community team had chosen a cat-themed quilt for Janet, who has been in hospice care for about a year. They knew Janet loved cats but had not replaced her last cat after he died, knowing her life was limited. Janet says she snuggles up

If you’d like to volunteer for hospice, but are unsure what sort of role you could take on, Vicki encourages people to get in touch. ‘There are so many ways our volunteers contribute, from driving patients to appointments, to volunteering as a community visitor or in the Hospice kitchens, gardens and shops, plus quilting and much more,’ she says.

For more information contact Vicki at volunteer@harbourhospice. org.nz. And if you’d like to join the Caring Quilters, or donate towards their fabrics fund, email Helen at helen@helenhoriginals. co.nz

Trees, neighbours and shared driveways

People whose properties share a driveway, in general:

• have the right to use the driveway

• jointly share the cost of maintaining and repairing it (for rental properties, this is the landlord’s responsibility) and

• must keep it unobstructed (not blocked).

Shared driveways must be kept clear. It is important so that people’s access to their homes is not blocked. For example, a tree could have branches overhanging the driveway, or its leaves could be shedding onto the driveway and making it slippery.

If the tree is blocking the access on a shared driveway then the tree owner is responsible for remedying it, for example, by trimming branches that hang over the driveway.

If you are having an access issue with a shared driveway, try to resolve the issue informally with your neighbour first. You can start by talking to them about the situation and try to come to an agreement about how it will be dealt with. For example, your neighbour may prefer to trim the overhanging branches them-

selves, or they may be happy for you to do it (if you offer to).

If the informal approach doesn’t work, and if you are a tenant, your first step is to ask your landlord or property manager to sort it out. Your landlord is responsible for ensuring you have ‘quiet enjoyment’ of the rental property.

If your neighbour is a tenant, try to get in touch with their landlord or property manager. For example, if your neighbour is a Kāinga Ora tenant, contact Kāinga Ora

If you and your neighbour are living in a unit title, such as a block of apartments, you can complain to the body corporate that governs the development. Body corporates have rules about how unit owners deal with each other and common areas such as shared driveways.

If you and your neighbour have a dispute over the use of a shared driveway, check the disputes resolution clause in your crosslease agreement. It should tell you how you should sort out your dispute. For example, it may say that you have to do mediation or arbitration

If all else fails, you may be able to apply to the Disputes Tribunal to resolve your dispute. They can help where the dispute is about an easement (such as use of a shared driveway), and the easement document says that disputes should be resolved through arbitration.

For more free information, support or advice on tackling any of these or any other issues, please do get in touch with the CAB for ‘next steps’.

Find us on the Hibiscus Coast at:

Orewa – Orewa Community Centre (between New World and McDonalds).

Mon-Fri, 9:30am to 3pm.

Whangaparaoa – Manuka Room, Whangaparaoa Library. Wed, 10am to 12pm.

www.cab.org.nz | 09 426 5338

Orewa on-trend with the latest eyewear

Long flights over vast continents and oceans can leave kiwis feeling a world away from the latest innovations and trends. The internet helps, but sometimes nothing beats being in the middle of the action. In the optical world there are constant developments in frame, lens, contact lens and equipment technologies. Every year there are large trade shows and exhibitions that bring the best and brightest from around the world together under one roof.

As a registered dispensing optician and co-owner of Orewa Optics, I had the privilege of attending SILMO Paris in September last year for the International Optician of the Year award and have recently returned from SILMO Singapore as a guest presenter in the SILMO Talks series, which aims to increase the education of practitioners.

The Paris exhibition had over 30,000 visitors and showcased a mind-blowing 900 exhibitors and 1500 brands. The Singapore exhibition was much smaller, yet both shows gave me great insight into the trends and developments we can expect to see in the future.

Upcoming trends and development

Frames ranged from the functional to the outrageous! The shapes remain a bit oversized, with trends generally being grouped into the retro shaped metals or soft angular plastics. It was great to see so much colour featured in all materials!

Sunglasses from optical frame manufacturers again feature large sizes and colour. More manufacturers are using polarising lenses, which are very beneficial for eliminating blinding reflective glare.

Prescription lens technology is always evolving, with advances made in the computational mathematics that go into designing lenses paving the way to ones that are easy to wear and offer wide fields of clear, distortion-free vision. Lens coating advancements mean they are tougher and more resistant to wear than even three years ago.

My main takeaway after visiting both shows is that as an independent practice at the other end of the world we are cutting

it with the best! We are well serviced by our suppliers, who offer the best frames and lenses. We are up to date with fashion trends and even more surprising, our pricing in New Zealand is very competitive. So, although we may be thousands of kilometres from the main centres of optical innovation, we are definitely not the poor second cousins down-under!

Visit us Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, and enjoy extended hours until 7:00pm on Tuesdays. Call us today 09 426 6646 or book online at www.orewaoptics.co.nz and explore the world of innovative eyewear with the team at Orewa Optics.

Angela Mitchell | Orewa Optics

Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act

What is it and why do I have to provide proof of my identity for certain services?

Certain businesses and organisations have statutory obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act which they must meet when providing certain financial services to you. Examples of these businesses and organisations include lawyers, accountants, real estate agencies and banks.

The AML/CFT Act was introduced to combat the risk of money laundering and the financing of terrorist activities from New Zealand. It is estimated that $1.35 billion from the proceeds of fraud and illegal drugs is laundered through legitimate businesses in New Zealand each year, so the AML/CFT Act is an important tool to help prevent these activities.

Among other things, these businesses and organisations must obtain certain information about their clients before acting for them in order to reduce the risk of money laundering or the financing of terrorism. This is also known as ‘customer due diligence’ or ‘CDD’.

What information do I need to provide?

The information you may be asked to provide will depend on whether you are engaging the service as an individual, company, trust or other entity.

If you are engaging services as an individual, you will be asked for government issued photo ID (such as your driver's license or passport) and documents showing your address (such as a rates statement or other government issued correspondence).

If you are engaging the services as a company, trust or other entity, then you will also be asked to provide additional information confirming the source of funds for the transaction or source of wealth of the entity involved, and information about the other people involved.

The businesses and organisations must regularly review their client information to ensure it is up to date, so if you are a long-time client you may be asked to provide this information every few years.

While providing this information may seem tedious, there are significant legal and criminal consequences for the businesses if these obligations are not complied with and they may not be able to act for you if you refuse or cannot provide the necessary information.

Anushka Sequeira | Solicitor Simpson Western North

Note: This article is published for general information purposes and should not be relied upon as legal advice. For advice specific to your legal issues, please engage a lawyer directly.

Coastguard

Is your boat going into hibernation?

In the run up to summer every year, boaties throw the covers off their boats and head straight for the open water, keen to make up for a long winter of inactivity. And just like clockwork, every year, Coastguard volunteers attend dozens of breakdowns – problems that ruin a day on the water and often prove expensive! A few simple steps taken to winterise your boat now can save you a lot of aggravation and expense come summer. Here are our top tips to prepare your boat for winter.

Use your boat. Probably the best way to ensure your boat remains ready for summer is to use it regularly over winter. There are some beautiful days and while crisp, you dress for the conditions. Just remember to keep an eye on the weather and always log a trip report on VHF or through the Coastguard mobile app.

Make sure your boat is safe. If you won’t be pulling it out of the water, ensure your boat is in a sheltered location, with ample fendering for the most severe of gales. Double up on mooring lines so you boat remains safe, should one break or come loose.

Look after your engine. Engines don’t like inactivity, so paying attention to the engine before tucking your boat up is especially important. A few specific things we recommend are:

• checking your fuel (Left for any length of time, fuel can spoil through degradation or contamination. If you’ve got a full tank consider adding a fuel stabiliser now, or if you have less than half a tank, drain it completely before use in the summer.)

• changing the oil and filter (It never hurts to also check the gearbox, or outdrive oil as well, if applicable. You’ll help remove contaminants that could cause issues after months of sitting around, plus you won’t have to worry about trying to sort out a service once summer rolls around.

• flushing the engine with fresh water, by connecting a hose to the flushing port

Look after batteries. Where possible, make sure the batteries are kept somewhere warm and dry over the winter, on a trickle charger to keep them topped up (a cheap, low wattage solar cell should do the job). Batteries left uncharged for long periods may need replacing.

Look after the interior. Store linen, clothing, blankets and curtains ashore, clean and dry. Avoid nasty, mouldy surprises by propping the fridge door open if you have one. The same goes for cupboards and drawers.

It’s a great time to check the navigation lights and electronics are in good order too, spraying them with water-repellent silicone where needed.

Finally, cover up. Ensure you have tight-fitting covers for deckinstalled electronics, and consider a full wrap cover for your boat – it’s a great way to ensure there’s no water ingress, and that everything stays protected.

These few short steps can make sure you're safe on the water come summer. If the worst does happen, Coastguard's got your back with free on-water assistance* for members. Not a member yet? Maybe it’s a good time to consider it.

Rachel Hessey | President – Coastguard Hibiscus

*Membership terms and conditions apply.

Central’s Tips

June 2024

The fruit and vegetable garden

• In go the strawberry plants! Unlike last year, strawberry plants are readily available in garden centres. Pop them in some garden mix and add a layer of peastraw around the base

• Only the hardiest lettuce will grow now –cos and iceberg should manage it, and varieties with cool names like ‘Drunken Woman’ and ‘Merveille des quatre Saisons’

• Fruit trees for small spaces: column apples and dual grafted fruit trees are good. Most pip and stone fruit trees can be espaliered against a sunny wall. Consult your garden centre or local fruit tree nurseries for self-fertile varieties

• Plant bright stemmed Swiss chard now to add colour to the vegetable garden, not to mention the winter diet. Stems are edible and they make the winter cooking look lively!

• Cover citrus bushes, passion fruit vines and tamarillos on frosty nights

Project for June

The ornamental garden

• Replanting after last year’s wet weather? Replace some of the existing soil with Premium Garden Mix. For rhododendrons and griselinias we recommend placing some Rootmate in the planting hole.

• Winter pruning of deciduous trees is best done once the leaves have fallen. Remove low branches to limb up trunks if a formal specimen is required, and take out crowded, crossing branches in the centre of the tree

• Azaleas are great winter shrubs to plant to fill empty spaces in the garden border with bright flower colour that will continue until mid-spring

• Free plants? Take hardwood cuttings from healthy trees and shrubs. Cuttings should be the length of a pencil. Angle cut just below a leaf nodule, dip in rooting hormone and place in a free-draining mix

• Correct poorly draining lawns by digging a trench and laying drain coil on a bed of scoria, before replacing the turf

• If there are bare patches in the lawn Classic Rye lawn seed germinates best in winter. Once new grass is established fertilise with Prolawn Garden Supreme

Transform muddy areas with our NZ made recycled product JakMat.

Tough, yet functional these mats can take the weight of cars and, help absorb the winter rain. When filled with decorative pebbles of your choice, JakMat transforms a driveway or pathway into something elegant!

centrallandscapes.co.nz

The incredible realism of 3D Renders

Tools such as floor plans and artists impressions have long been used by designers and builders to help clients visualise what their new home might look like. Now the impressive technology of 3D rendering is creating images and walk-through videos of proposed buildings that are so lifelike it’s hard to believe you’re not looking at the real thing.

The detail and realism of the images and videos created by 3D rendering not only give you an incredibly accurate glimpse into the future, they are also a great tool for helping to develop designs more accurately and for identifying any potential problems before the building work even begins. They can even reflect how the building will sit within and interact with its surroundings.

Here is an example of a recent home build designed by Hulena Architects and built by Madison Park Homes showing a concept plan sketch, an image from the 3D render and a photo of the finished home, which illustrates just how accurate the 3D render images are.

Madison Park Homes offer all their design and build clients a 3D render of their future home. Concept plans are draughted into actual scheme plans and once finalised (and colour selections

are confirmed) they are transformed into 3D render photos and a 3D video walk through for their clients. For more information about the service, contact Madison Park Homes.

https://madisonparkhomes.co.nz/design-build/

Architect: Brent Hulena @hulena_architects

Photography: Mark Scowen @markscowen_photography

Finished home

3D Render

Beauty Aspects

Facials are a popular skincare treatment cherished by many for their ability to rejuvenate, nourish, and improve skin health. But have you ever wondered about the true benefits of a facial beyond the immediate glow? Understanding the lifecycle of a facial can help you maximize its benefits for your skin.

Immediately after your facial, you'll notice that your skin feels smoother, firmer and has a healthier glow. This is because facials reduce inflammation, boost circulation, and stimulate lymphatic drainage, which are all crucial for skin health. Facials also deep cleanse, exfoliate, remove impurities, and eliminate excess oil from the skin, preventing clogged pores and breakouts. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, allowing other products to penetrate deeply and yield better results. If you have a special event coming up, getting a facial can ensure your skin looks its best on your big day.

But the benefits of a facial extend beyond the immediate results. Over the next 72 hours following the treatment, you'll continue to see improvements in your skin. Facials boost hydration and circulation, accelerate cell turnover, and improve skin texture, tone, and glow. To maintain these benefits, it's essential to follow a proper homecare routine after your facial and protect your skin with SPF daily.

In the following weeks, you'll notice firmer, smoother and more youthful-looking skin as facials stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and enhance overall skin health. Incorporating healthy habits into your lifestyle, such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and staying hydrated, will complement your skincare routine.

While the benefits of a facial can last for several weeks, it's crucial to schedule regular treatments to maintain healthy skin. Dead skin cells can accumulate and impurities can build up without regular facials, leading to dull and congested skin. Regular facials help remove dead skin cells, clear impurities and keep your skin looking clear and healthy.

In addition to the physical benefits, facials also provide a sense of relaxation and self-care. The soothing atmosphere of a salon, gentle touch, and pleasant scents can help reduce stress and promote overall well-being.

Book your next facial appointment now to experience the transformative benefits for yourself.

Amelia | Beauty Aspects amelia.beautyaspects@gmail.com

The Fishing Spot

The weather has finally settled enough for some decent days out on the water. For me, this is the best time to fish using long burley trails and big baits while fishing during the change of light. The sunsets are nice and early, and the fish are definitely back on the chew right now. Fishing in close to structure and lots of current is the secret here.

This year I’ve seen less workups out in the middle of the Hauraki to previous years and there have certainly been less birds around. This does not necessarily mean there are no fish around, you just need to look a little harder and invest some time scoping out the contour lines especially around the 45-50m mark. If you want to venture out a little wider, there’s some great contour lines south of Horn Rock and slightly SE of Little Barrier. If the fishing is ever slow, I will head this way to look for fish and always do well.

I’ve been limited for time lately so I’ve been fishing in close, but last week I saw a window to shoot across to Little Barrier. The forecast was okay for the trip across, with a change of wind to NE after the tide changed. This meant I had the wind and chop behind me on the way home, so it was worth the risk.

After about two hours, I noticed a couple of launches make their way over to shelter in the lee of the island. I knew it was time for me to leave. Sure enough when I got around the corner, it was gusting 20 knots and the sea was quite rough with wind against tide. It was a long slog back into Sandspit with a confused sea and big currents especially in close to Kawau Island. It was a great reminder about wind and tide and to always check more than one forecast when going wider.

This winter is going to be cold but it doesn’t mean you need to hang up your fishing gear. Get out there, no one else will be! Tight lines.

Tim Lawrence

www.boopino.com

Art Speak

At Estuary Art Centre this month you can explore 'Creative Indulgence', a multimedia exhibition, a curation of visual art pieces produced as artistic escapes by Anna Deacon.

Anna has been a lead costume pattern drafter for international film and theatre for over 27 years. Last year, she became a research associate with the Auckland Museum, where she has been researching heirloom textiles hidden in the museum archives as part of her Master's in Historical Costume through Arts University Bournemouth UK [distant learning].

With such a busy life, taking time out to explore artistic mediums has not only become a creative indulgence but also a much-needed therapeutic escape. Don’t miss out on viewing this sensational solo exhibition by Anna Deacon for the month of June in the downstairs galleries.

In the foyer gallery space is a collaborative exhibition by husband and wife Valerie and Bas Cuthbert. View a duo at work and play who explore the social lives of our native birds through the photographic lens and through printmaking techniques.

In gallery 5 upstairs is the Auckland Photo Day exhibition. Auckland Photo Day invites anyone, anywhere in Auckland during a selected 24 hour day to take a photo and share their perspectives of our region. It creates new photos that offer democratic visual conversations about the place in which we live, work and play. This event celebrates the many individual pockets of culture and identity present in New Zealand's biggest city. The images in this exhibition are just a small selection of the over 14000 that have been created and entered into Auckland Photo Day since its inception in 2004.

If you haven’t got a spot in one of the term two classes, there are a range of fun and intense one-off workshops on offer in June and July. Screen printing with Talia Russell, Glass work with Christine Walker, hand-building ceramic lamps with Kim Boyd and mixed media techniques with our newest tutor Jasmin Logie.

To view more details head to the website www.estuaryarts.org or pop into the Centre located at 214B Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa. Plenty of parking open 7 days a week. Ph 426 5570, email admin@estuaryarts.org

Images: Anna Deacon work

Jasmin Logie mixed media

Ceramic light by Kim Boyd

What's On Hibiscus Coast

Hibiscus Coast

Scottish Country Dance Club - Every Weds Silverdale Hall

7:00pm

Hibiscus Coast Artists Group - Meet on Mon

9.30am-1pm • Stanmore Bay Community Hall Whangaparoa • All Welcome

Shana 021 650 184

Hibiscus Coast Rock & Roll Every Tues • W’poa Hall

7pm lessons • 8pm general dancing • Wear soft sole flat shoes • See website & Facebook

Dance Fitness ClassEvery Tues/Thurs evening

7-8pm • Kingsway Jnr

Campus • First class FREE then $10 per session

Richard 021 504084

Puhoi Celtic SessionsEvery 2nd Thurs • Orewa North Primary School A sing-around/play-around event • Contact Alan alanthewag@outlook.com

Suicide Bereavement

Support – Last Mon of every month (Jan-Nov) 7-9pm HBC Community House Support for anyone who has lost a loved one Susan 021 884 162

Orewa Garden Club - 2nd Thurs of month • Feb–Nov

12.30–3pm • St John’s Catholic Church Hall, Orewa • Visitors welcome Valma 021 0634852

Hibiscus Coast Orchid Society - 2nd Sunday of the month • Feb–Dec 1-3pm Masonic Lodge, Centreway Road, Orewa • Visitors welcome

Contact Bruce 09 947 5787

St Chad Market - 1st Sat of every month 8am-noon 117 Centreway Rd, Orewa Grant 021 0830 7743 or email chadorewa@gmail.com

Ukelele Classes - Every Thurs • St Andrew’s Church Hall • 107 Centreway Dr 1pm-2:15pm • $15 includes music

Avon Hansen-Beadle 021 421 109

Hibiscus Coast Concert Band - Every 2nd Thurs

All ages & abilities

welcome hccb.org.nz Call 021 186 4599

Whangaparaoa Indoor Bowls Club - W’poa School Hall • Mon 7pm All ages, beginners welcome • coaching provided Maurice 027 392 0541

Hibiscus Coast Embroidery Guild - 2nd Weds 7-9pm & 4th Thurs 10am-noon Hibiscus Coast Community House • Josie Slack- hibiscus. embroidery2022@gmail.com

Red Beach Combined Club 3rd Wed of every month

Orewa Presbyterian Church 10am-12pm •Friendship Club for seniors • Morning tea, guest speakers & outings Colleen 021 112 3409

Hibiscus Coast Country Music Club - 1st Sun each month • Orewa Community Centre 1-4pm

$5.00 • Everyone welcome Janet 0212367094

Bowls Orewa - Free coaching & introduction to lawn bowls every Friday 10am-12pm, bowls provided • Housie every Fri 12.30pm ($1000 jackpot)

214 Hibiscus H’way Ph 09 426 5937

Millwater parkrunEvery Sat 8am • See www.parkrun.co.nz/millwater for more details

HBC Grandparents Parenting Grandchildren

Monthly 1st Wed, Support Group • Maygrove Retirement Village • 10:30-1:30 free lunch Weekly for Coffee Group each Wed 10:30 (various locations)

Donna 021 024 30064

HBC Senior Citizens Assn. Inc. - meet for indoor bowls & cards Tues, indoor bowls & scrabble Thurs • Orewa Community Hall • 12-4pm

Membership $5/yr • Entry $2 Val Lincoln 09 9638242

Silverdale Ballroom Studio - Every Thurs Silverdale Hall at 7pm Adult & Improvers classes for beginners & social dancers 09 427 5542

Rotary Club of OrewaMillwater - 1st & 3rd Tues of every month 7pm at The Wade Tavern, 2 Tavern Rd Silverdale orc.secretary@outlook.com

Ladies Crafts GroupEvery school term Tues Orewa Community Church 235 HBC H’way • 9am-12pm $2 for morning tea & craft creche provided

Silverdale Village Market - Every Sat 8am -1pm Silverdale St Silverdale

Kiwi Club - 4th Sun of each month • Social Dance 5-8pm • All welcome • Silverdale Hall

Hibiscus Petanque Club Every Tues/Weds 9am12 & Sun 1pm • 214 HBC Highway • New players welcome, free coaching Colleen 021 1774820

Line Dance Classesbeginners class Weds 10am-midday • Silverdale Hall • great way to exercise to music & make friends Sue 021 99 1717

Travel Club – with Bucket List Travel • 2nd Tues of every month (Feb-Nov) 9:45am–11am • Red Beach Surf-Lifesaving Club Michelle 094261490

Hibiscus Coast Frienship Club – 4th Wed of the month at 10am • Bridge Club rooms, Edith Hopper Park, Manly Speakers/outings/luncheons together

Peter or Jeanne 09 4268675

10 pin Bowling for Seniors W’poa Bowling Centre, Arkles Bay • Looking for senior players to join club for league games • Mon & Fri 10am • Lots of fun and advice Brett 0210530905

Hibiscus Coast Quilters1st Tues of the month at 9.30am & 3rd Weds at 7.30pm W’poa Community Hall

Beginners, experienced quilters & visitors welcome Jill 0211890866

Hibiscus Coast Literary Club 2nd Sat of the month 1pm

W’poa Library Workshops • by authors/writing competitions Friendly atmosphere

Everyone is welcome Lorraine 02102680132

Hibiscus Coast MidWeek Badminton Club Every Weds 9am-noon All welcome • Orewa Badminton Hall, Victor Eaves Park 021 0870 8118

Arts Group - Every school term Friday • Orewa Community Church 235 HBC H’way • 9am-1pm • $2 incl. morning tea

Alan 021 039 7155

FREE Family history research advice - Mon/Wed/Thur & Sat 10am-12noon at Whangaparaoa Library • by Volunteers from HBC Genealogy Group Contact Garry on 021 902715 or garryphillips2010@gmail.com

Lunchtime Toastmasters Every Fri 1-2pm Orewa Library • Evening Toastmasters meets fortnightly Thurs orewa.toastmastersclubs.org/

Heartbeats Cardiac Survivors Support Group - 1st Tues of every month 10am • HBC Community House • Open to all heart event survivors & their families Trent Lash 0220 606 199

Orewa Lions Club - 1st & 3rd Weds 6.30pm (7pm start) • St Chads Hall 117 Centreway Road, Orewa Wendy 021 841 125 orewalionsclub@gmail.com

Silverdale Naval Clubmeets the 3rd Sun of each month at HBC Community RSA at 15.00 Vince Sturmey 09 4285222

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Local Recipes

Tuna, baby spinach, olive and tomato creamed spaghetti

Serves 4

Ingredients

500gm x good quality dried spaghetti

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 x onion finely diced

1 x Tbsp Vegeta stock powder

4 x cloves garlic finely chopped

500mls x cream

500gms x canned tuna (in oil or springwater)

50gms x grated parmesan cheese

20 x large pitted Kalamata or black olives

2 x diced tomatoes (remove the seeds)

1 x packet of baby spinach

Handful of chopped Italian parsley

5gms x smoked Spanish paprika

Pinch sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Method

Fill a large, heavy bottomed pot with water, season generously with salt and bring to the boil. Once the water comes to a boil add in the spaghetti and cook until al dente (check package instructions). I like to spread on a flat tray once drained and let it cool down naturally. This makes the pasta more flavoursome as you aren’t washing away the starch.

Heat a large fry pan on a medium heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and sweat the garlic and onions until soft. Add the olives, tomatoes, paprika and Vegeta. Then add the cream and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Add the baby spinach and simmer for 2 minutes. Then add the cooked spaghetti, drained tuna, chopped parsley and parmesan and mix well until hot. Check the seasoning and add ground black pepper. Serve with extra parmesan on the side.

Mark Lane | www.culinarylane.co.nz

For 3 & 5 course in-house lunches and dinners, out-catering, grazing tables and corporate catering.

Lamb forequarter pappardelle pasta

With toasted pine nuts and tomato

Ingredients

1 1-1.5kg boneless lamb forequarter

4 new season tomatoes

3 cloves of garlic

1 shallot

1tsp sweet paprika

1/2 cup vegetable stock

Pappardelle pasta  (for garnish)

Parmesan

Lightly toasted pine nuts

Italian parsley, finely chopped

1 lemon

Method

Take one rolled lamb forequarter and place into a deep oven dish or Dutch oven. To the dish, add three finely chopped garlic cloves, one shallot, a sprinkle of sweet paprika and 4 new season tomatoes, quartered.

Add a dash of vegetable stock, cover in foil and place into the oven at 160°C, fan forced for two and a half hours. (We want to steam the lamb under the lid with all those delicious flavours).

With 10 minutes to go place some pappardelle pasta to salted boiling water and cook for 6-7 minutes over a high heat.

Remove the lamb from the oven and with two forks, start to, with ease, pull the lamb and mix through the tomato sauce created.

Drain the water from your pasta and add some lamb and mix to the pasta pot allowing the lamb to cling to the sheets of pappardelle pasta.

Garnish with the parsley, toasted pine nuts, black pepper and finely grated parmesan, and add a squeeze of lemon to cut through the fats that lamb carry.

Nick Thomson | Marrow www.marrowstore.co.nz

Note: Any remaining lamb will work beautifully in a shepherd’s pie.

Silverdale & Districts Historical Society (Inc) & Silverdale Pioneer Village

The Silverdale Pioneer Village and Museum are in great need of more volunteers to help with gardening, maintenance of the buildings, housekeeping of the buildings and meeting and greeting visitors.

If you are able to help with any of these tasks, even for just a few hours a week, please pop into the Village any Saturday or Sunday between 10am and 3pm.

The village, including the Treats and Treasures craft shop, is also open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

Group bookings are welcome during on week days for visits from schools, retirement villages and social groups, with Devonshire Teas available for $8 a head. They are also accepting bookings for weddings, christenings and special functions.

email: pioneervillage1968@gmail.com | website: www.silverdalepioneervillage.com

P.O. Box 27 Orewa 0946 | Ph: (09) 426 8272 | 15 Wainui Road, Silverdale

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