iLLWATEr THE MAG ISSUE91 Your FREE monthly magazine of all things local on the Coast themillwatermag.co.nz September 2220 Right now many New Zealanders are fighting for their lives. They’re people like Carmen. She has cystic fibrosis and is just one of the many voices supporting The Medicine Gap, a storytelling campaign designed to highlight the human cost of New Zealand’s unfunded medicines crisis. themedicinegapthemedicinegapthemedicinegap.co.nz Carmen
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2 Editor’s Note HOUSE 027 498 6202✆ Print HOUSE 027 498 6202✆ Print Dear spring, after a cold and jolly wet winter with lots of people doing it tough, we are oh so happy to see you and your promise of warmer temps, brighter days and new life creating a sense of hope and possibility. I’m sure the new angled parking going in beside Orewa Beach will be put to good use by many of us enjoying the warmer weather over the coming months.
For those of you hoping this spring will bring new work, in this month’s issue we have info on how to get help with costs incurred while seeking employment, as well as increases in government help for first home buyers and, if you want to build a home, we have advice on what to look for before you sign on the dotted line with your builder. If you have kids at school, check out our recipes for a couple of great lunchbox fillers and a nicoise salad to make yourself for lunch, then read about how what you eat effects your gene function, so you can feel extra pleased with yourself for eating all that Speakingsalad!ofgreens, we’ve got some tips for how to get your lawns ready for grass growing season and a suggestion for helping the environment that you probably haven’t contemplated before –have a read and let us know what you think on our facebook page. Just before we go, to all you hardworking Dads out there, we hope you have a lovely Father’s Day on 4 Please,September.popyour feet up and enjoy.
‘I love my Dad because he loves our cat and helps look after her even though he really wanted a dog.’
‘I know I can always rely on my Dad for his support and that he loves me. I love the Dad my husband is because he is always very hands on and involved with the kids’ lives.’
Of course every Dad is different and the role of being a father is ever-evolving. The number of stay-at-home Dads or Dads working from home is on the rise, in two-income families many Dads are more hands on with raising children, and with an aging population and people living longer, many have their Dads in their lives well into middle age, so what do those relationships look Here’slike?what some people from our community had to say when I asked about the Dads in their lives.
In This Issue 04-09 Local Property Update 10 What’s on this spring at Estuary Arts Centre 11 The Medicine Gap Create13 Increasedentertainingyouroasis16TheGreenSpot18supportfor first home buyers 20 Your genes and food 22 For want of a shed 24 A little bit of lawn love 26 Local students’ art comp success HOUSE 027 498 6202✆ Print Keith28Stoney30 Per square metre rates 32 Why have a TheLocalHowmassage?facial33tohotsmokeathome34BookReviews36Councillorsseekre-election39BigM(Menopause)40GetaGreekinyour corner to fight insurance battles46-47 Your Local Recipes Singapore48stopover
This month we celebrate Father’s Day, recognising our Dads and those being Dads, and the significant role they play in shaping our lives.
‘My Dad’s love is unconditional, his heart and words are always gentle and encouraging. His wit is sharp and he is my soft place to fall.’
‘I love and appreciate my Dad because he has my best interests at heart and he loves his family. He makes an effort to visit his grandsons and he’s genuinely interested in how we are getting on. He’s calm, level headed and a great sounding board for life’s issues.’
about my husband is that he will do anything for our daughters or grandchildren at the drop of a hat. He still takes our daughter’s car for every WOF and she’s 44!’
‘I love my Dad because he makes me laugh. He plays with me with my toy tigers and Gran Turismo and he takes me to the field to practice football.’
Thank you to all the ‘Dads’ out there who give so much to your families. We truly appreciate you and everything you do.
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‘I love how my husband knows what is happening with his children, he does the school run, cooks the dinner, talks through their day with them and bakes bread with them at the ‘Whatweekends.’Ilove
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What’s on this spring at Estuary Arts Centre
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‘Conundrum – the Reluctant Predator’ by Sue Hill, is a multimedia exhibition including video, photography, paintings and sculpture. Whilst it runs parallel to and compliments the theme of ‘Predator’ it is a personal journey from a woman’s Inperspective.thefoyer,view
‘Nga Manu o te Moana – Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf’. It’s an exhibition with the key message that all seabirds nest on land and predator control of animal pests is essential to their survival, identifying species that are local to the Hibiscus Coast and including educational speakers and local walks, and tips on how you can help. Supported by Pest Free Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus and Bays, KCC Hibiscus Coast, and Forest and Bird Hibiscus Coast.
Patricia Hollis won the premier award with her watercolour ‘Zealandia’. Merit prizes winners were Sonya Young, Leda Daniel, Darlene Te Young, Charles Anderson, Tala Badie, Vivien Jin and Lily Li. All the winners won great gift vouchers from our sponsors Takapuna Art Supplies, Blank Canvas, Factory Frames, Gordon Harris, Emma Jean Framing, Aotearoa Artist Magazine, ArtZone and Estuary Arts. This spring, Estuary Arts is pleased to be partnering up with the predator free 2050 project with three environmentally focused exhibitions running from 06 September to 02 October.
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 is an ambitious, World’s first project, with New Zealand once again leading the world in its methods, science, planning, enthusiasm, innovation and plain ordinary determination to do this extraordinary thing: to free New Zealand of rats (all three species) mustelids (stoat, weasel, ferret) and possums in the next 30 years. This group exhibition features a range of artists who work in multiple mediums responding to the theme ‘Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)’. Some artists have explored the dire consequences for our native flora and fauna if we do not stamp out these aggressive predators. Other artists have chosen to celebrate our unique wildlife in their native habitat. All will agree that this is a worthy project.
Congratulations to all the winners of our annual members merit awards. Judge Andy Dunn had a very challenging job on his hands deciding on the top winners.
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‘Over the years, I’ve watched more and more people fundraising to try and access some of the most basic medicines to treat cancer, rare disorders, genetic conditions such as cystic fibrosis, or autoimmune diseases such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerated ‘Givealittlecolitis.
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Smalley says until there is a political commitment to improve our medicines access, she’ll continue to tell the stories of Kiwis caught up in The Medicine Gap.
New Zealand is now ranked at the bottom of the OECD for access to modern medicines, trailing countries such as Mexico, Estonia and Costa Rica.
The Medicine Gap has told the stories of people with cancer, chronic diseases and rare disorders, but it will soon include mental health and heart disease too.
Gap is a passion project that is driven by a sense of responsibility to help the vulnerable. It is not affiliated with any pharmaceutical company or political party. You can read more at themedicinegap.co.nz
The Medicine Gap is a storytelling platform which is, unashamedly, challenging to read. It gives a collective voice to the thousands of sick and vulnerable New Zealanders who can’t afford life-transforming or life-saving drugs to live. Many speak about their health journey in a raw and honest voice that is deeply confronting.
‘The last time I looked, Australia was funding around 50 immunotherapies and targeted treatments for cancer that we don’t fund here. We haven’t funded a treatment for bowel cancer, our second biggest cancer killer, for over 20 years. The blood cancers, prostate, gut, head and neck cancer, some melanoma, kidney, triple-negative breast cancer… the list goes on… there are many, many cancers that are untreated in New Zealand. And that has to change.’
Smalley says our failure to treat Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in children has become the poster child for New Zealand’s lack of access to modern medicines. SMA is the world’s biggest genetic killer of infants. Some children with less severe forms of SMA will never walk. Others will suffer challenging respiratory issues or scoliosis, or are fed through a tube after they lose the ability to chew or swallow. Babies with Type 1 SMA will die within months.
‘There are three treatments for SMA. Australia funds all three. New Zealand doesn’t fund one. Here, we send parents home from hospital and all they can do is watch their children slowly decline. These are the stories we are telling on The Medicine Gap. This is New Zealand, for goodness sake. This shouldn’t be happening.’
Rachel Smalley –Founder of The Medicine Gap
‘How can it be that New Zealand spends less on medicines per capita, waits years to buy new drugs, and languishes at the very bottom of the developed world for access to modern medicine. Sit with that for a moment. New Zealand is in last Theplace.’Medicine
‘Ultimately, before next year’s election, I’m hoping we’ll get a commitment from one of the political parties to do better. A lot better. Our politicians need to look at the whole-ofsociety cost of not funding modern medicines.’
Cancer is another under-treated disease in New Zealand, and the vast majority of immunotherapies and modern, targeted treatments aren’t funded by Pharmac.
Journalist Rachel Smalley is the founder of The Medicine Gap.
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has become a mechanism for survival for so many New Zealanders and that should be our great shame. This is a First World country. Why are we pleading for public donations to help us live?’
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‘In some cases, it costs taxpayers more to keep New Zealanders sick and reliant on our health system than it does to fund the modern medicines to keep them out of hospital and alive. It makes no sense at all,’ says Smalley.
Smalley says the key issue is that Pharmac, our drug-buying agency, is underfunded but that the Government continues to view modern medicines as a cost – and not an investment in public health.
Long Story Short has contributed to countless locals getting their hands on their perfect book and they plan to continue doing this for as long as possible. Despite only being online for
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Once-upon-a-time in a land in Millwater’s neighbourhood, a local cosy book business came into existence in a world where reading was lifting back up from its steady decline. Countries all around the world have noticed a recent resurgence in reading (possibly a result of COVID-19 lockdowns). After a long journey, it was during this resurgence that Long Story Short came to the Hibiscus Coast and began its first grand adventure. Through the complications of lockdown and other hurdles of the past year, this locally owned book company is about to celebrate its first full year of business.
Long Story Short are looking to expand into a larger and welcoming venue soon. In the meantime, you can keep up to date at https://www.longstoryshort.nz/ and visit them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ longstoryshortbookshop/ for the hot picks of right now!
Long story short A year long storybook
Michelle, the lovely owner of Long Story Short, has a fair few stories to tell you of her own. Between running a business in the midst of COVID-19 and seeing her childhood dreams take off, she looks forward to welcoming you into her shop soon. The shop’s story is ‘hoping to see you around soon’, so feel free to get in touch and celebrate their first year with them.
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Long Story Short is a proud indie bookshop with a large online selection of books ranging from emotional wellbeing to children’s picture books. The shop strives to cater for your every book-related need, with the accessibility of online viewing and the ability to tailor to specific requests and special orders. Same day delivery, gift-wrapping, free local delivery and a lovely face to talk to – Long Story Short has your back if you’re looking for the perfect gift for birthdays or special celebrations. It all began with a dream to create a book company dedicated to the curated sharing of books and reading, and to share a passion of all things book related with the local community.
For those contemplating new awnings this season, the Kona awning range is a great option. It can be manually operated or fully automated by a remote control and can accommodate widths of 2m-7m and projection of 1.5m-4m, providing a wide coverage area.
If you’re looking for outdoor screens, Alpha MagnaTrack screen system is the most technologically advanced outdoor straight drop screen on the market and can withstand winds of up to 185km/h. The system can accommodate widths of up to 6.5m and drops of 4m and is exclusively available with the premium Spectra sunscreen fibreglass fabric range.
A wide range of fabric colour options are available, all manufactured from water-repellent, marine-grade 100% acrylic with a UPF rating of 50+. On the Kona Design series, you can also have a sunscreen drop out of the front bar for extra late afternoon shading. This feature saves you having to pitch the awning angle.
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With umbrellas, you can choose from the simplest café umbrella to more sophisticated cantilever options. Weathermaster have options from 2.7m-4m octagon, 2.5m5m square, with a wide range of installation options. Standard canopies colours are black, greys and off-white but you can also select from a large range of Sunbrella fabrics, which you may want to match up to existing outdoor furnishings.
If you would like help with any future outdoor projects you are considering, Weathermaster Auckland welcomes the opportunity to work with you.
Louvre Rooves are a great free-standing option over your spa or patio area, or as an extension to your home. The louvre roof is fully automatic with a rain sensor and built in LED lighting. You also have the option of adding a Zip Screen for privacy and wind control. The sizes available are 3m, 4m and 6m wide by 2.4m high.
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The system employs Neodymium magnets in both the side tracks that hold in the fabric. These are the strongest magnets commercially available and provide over 100kg of magnetic force on each side, keeping the fabric smooth, flat and taut.
First and most importantly, remember everyone deals with life changes differently and whatever feelings you’re having are valid. Reach out if you feel you could do with some emotional support. Local branches of CAB and Grey Power are both great places to start.
Increasing your social network is a good idea, so if you’re keen to meet some other locals and try out new hobbies or volunteering, check out page 42, where we have a list of all sorts of local clubs and activities you can get involved with.
Setting new goals can provide extra structure and purpose and add to your sense of identity. Be it exercising, how many books you want to read in a year, a travel list (domestic is good!) or some form of education. Your career is not the only thing that defines you; what have you always wanted to do but not had the Andtime?forthose coming up on retirement soon, have a think about what you like spending your time doing and get organised before you hand over your key card, so you have a brimming list of activities you can’t wait to sink your teeth into.
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With an aging population the number of people retiring is naturally on the rise, but research indicates that since the pandemic the rate of early retirement has increased too, which means we have quite a lot of newly retired people in our Luckily,communities.ifwe’ve got used to anything over the last few years it’s spending more time at home with our partners and family. You already know what that feels like and have likely found enjoyable ways of spending extra hours at home. In that regard, you’re ahead of the game! But being newly retired is still a big change for anyone, and despite most people looking forward to the flexibility and freedoms of retirement, some underestimate the mental and emotional impacts. So, after a bit of a meta-analysis, here are the best tips I could find for navigating the psychology of being newly retired.
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Rather than thinking about what has come to an end with your retirement, focus on the gains, such as fewer morning alarms, no more rush-hour commute and extra time to spend with friends and family. Just remember, while it may be lovely to have time to help with grandchildren, avoid overcommitting yourself –balance is a wonderful thing.
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Another win-win is making hair ties out of old socks! This only works with socks that have a lycra content so that when you cut them into strips and give them a stretch they will recoil back into rings suitable for holding your hair. So, rather than discarding holey socks you now have a new use for them and they are much kinder to your hair than synthetic hair ties that also come with packaging. To see further details on how to do this watch my youtube clip ‘Upcycle old socks into hair ties’ at https://youtu.
If you’re anything like me you can never find a hair tie when you need one, and if you’re also like me you pride yourself on not walking past litter without picking it up to put in the nearest rubbish bin. Hair ties are items I often find accidentally discarded on the ground and it took me a long while to consider reusing them for myself. If you can get past the initial ick factor, ask yourself what is the worst that could happen if you pop the band in your pocket, deliver it to your washing machine and then wash your hands? I know we now live in a world of high caution when it comes to hygiene, but when I thought rationally about the actual risks of catching anything, including head lice, I decided my new habit was a win-win: restocking my hair band supply and ridding the planet of a misplaced landfill item.
When should you refinance your mortgage? Chat with Wayne to find out. If you’re still reading this then I didn’t lose you at my potentially unthinkable suggestion of wearing a stranger’s soiled hair accessory and perhaps I’ve sewn a seed of you joining my hair-tie rescuing crusade!
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The First Home Grant helps eligible Kiwis into their first homes sooner by providing up to $10,000 financial support towards their first deposit. However, increasing property prices have made it difficult for buyers to qualify, due to the price caps on properties the funds can be used towards. Thankfully, price caps have increased in many regions across the country to better reflect the current housing market.
Increased support for first home buyers
Changes to the First Home Grant
And a new income cap category for ‘individual buyers with dependents’ has also been introduced with an income cap of $150,000, allowing more support for sole providers.
Under the previous version of the Kāinga Ora First Home Loan scheme, eligible applicants could buy a home with a deposit as low as 5%, but there were house price caps in place. Now, to provide first home buyers with access to more options, Kāinga Ora has removed caps on house prices, meaning the value of the property will no longer affect eligibility. However, income caps and lender requirements still apply.
Ivan Urlich is a financial adviser specialising mortgages, his disclosure statement is available request.
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New changes to government support options could make it easier to break into the housing market. The government has recently announced some important updates to the support options available to first home buyers. These changes are a welcome relief for Kiwis looking to take their first steps onto the property ladder.
Feel free to contact Ivan on 0275 775 995 or email
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It has been 13 years since the supercity amalgamation, which was supposed to bring about significant efficiency, economies of scale and increased value for money. What has resulted, however, is that we have been left behind with the majority of ratepayer funds improving infrastructure in other areas of Auckland. One example is the billion dollar Central Interceptor project which improves sewage and stormwater overflow for residents South of the bridge.
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Yet, when we experience rain fall or a minor shower our beautiful beaches are unsafe and unswimmable for days. Our water infrastructure has been forgotten and is woefully inadequate with no obvious remediation programme in place for the Hibiscus Coast and surrounding suburbs.
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Thirteen years later, we still don’t even have a Council provided rubbish collection service. We are not second-class citizens within Auckland Council, yet I often feel this is how we are treated.
The City Rail Link project will now cost Auckland Council billions more than initially budgeted and offer our community little to no benefit for the congestion and connectivity problems we encounter on a daily basis. We are all contributing to the cost of this flagship project for the rest of Auckland, meanwhile we have a new half-baked bus station in Silverdale with massively inadequate parking facilities and a ferry service from Gulf Harbour which is completely unreliable.
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If you would like help with creating a more nutritious way of eating, guidance for healthy weight loss and food allergy specific diets, contact me at paula@nutritionsense. co.nz, both in person and online consultations are available. I’m on Facebook as NutritionSense, for regular posts on healthrelated topics and recipes.
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Nutrigenomics Your genes and food
Nutrigenomics is the study of how food molecules influence how our genes function, in other words, what we eat can re-programme our genes! This area of nutrition research began in the 1990s, and it continues to grow and develop our understanding of the important role food plays in the messages we send to our genes and ultimately our health. Our genes are not our destiny. We may have predispositions to various diseases, but they are just a ‘light switch’. They need a trigger to turn them on or off. These ‘triggers’ can be food molecules. As lifestyle-related diseases increase worldwide, nutrigenomics may provide a more viable approach to encouraging dietary change. Increasing our understanding of how food influences metabolic pathways and maintains homeostasis in the body, and how the disruption of this begins the disease process, means we can develop a dietary strategy for prevention. It’s exciting stuff!!
An interesting example of the impact food molecules can have is the queen and worker bee. They are genetically identical, yet the worker bees live for a few weeks and are sterile while the queen lives for years and births an entire colony. The only difference? The queen eats royal jelly and the workers nectar and pollen. Nutrients in the royal jelly trigger development of reproductive organs in the queen. In this same way food has t he potential to influence wellness, disease risk and lifespan. ‘Interestingly, the ability of nutrients to alter the flow of genetic information can span across generations. Studies show that in humans and animals, the diet of grandparents influences the activity of genetic switches and the disease risk and mortality of grandchildren.’
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Mark Manhire, President of Coastguard Hibiscus, was determined to meet the goal he set for the unit to establish a base in Gulf Harbour near where the primary rescue vessel, Hibiscus Rescue One, was stationed.
Hibiscus Coastguard’s past president spotted a disused floating cabin at Hobbs Bay and when Gulf Harbour Marina took over Fairway Bay they agreed to sell this to our unit. The key to the purchase was the actual pontoon. It was in great condition and a new pontoon would have been in excess of $40,000.
Spending hours on the water day or night, our volunteers need a base where they can get out of the weather, relax and recharge whilst debriefing the day or night just gone.
The pontoon has now been pulled from the water. The existing cabin was in terrible condition, so it has been demolished and Ze Build engaged to complete construction. The project cost is in excess of $85,000 with construction costs soaring due to increased material costs.
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Multiple options had been considered before Gulf Harbour Marina advised it would donate a second berth opposite the rescue vessel berth where this could be located, and it was decided by the committee that it was the most functional and ideal scenario.
An accessible base will allow further training in small groups so that each level of volunteer can progress their certifications and boating education. This will also make our unit much more visible in the marina, and serve as a nice dry place to store some of our equipment that is currently stored on the rescue vessel.
Hibiscus Coastguard also has a shed at Stanmore Bay which serves the purpose of housing the second vessel, a 7-meter Sea Legs along with additional rescue equipment, and this will remain for that purpose.
Coastguard NZ has given $25,000 and with a Hibiscus & Bays Local Board grant of $30,000, the unit are now fundraising for the balance. This is a significant investment for our unit and with the financial support of Coastguard NZ and our wider community, we are now seeking additional sponsorship for us to complete this extremely vital project.
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Here we are on the other side of winter and heading into some of the best fishing of the year. The warm spring sunshine, longer days and warmer currents are on their way bringing the Hauraki Gulf back to life. I’m already reading reports of work ups happening outside the railway tracks and north towards Little Barrier. It won’t be long before the action moves in closer as the sea life moves closer to the harbour. I can’t wait to get back out there with the lures smashing hungry snapper under the work ups! August was a challenging month with some big storms, cold weather and rain preventing me getting out on the water as much as I would have liked. The good weather windows were on days with bad moon phases, making fishing even more Duringchallenging.August, I took a mate out midweek, hitting the water around 8am. I thought the forecast was pretty good with the wind going in the same direction as the tide and a moonrise Ph (09) 426 6066 Fax 426 1066 around midday. We arrived at our fishing spot to find there was little or no tide running even though the change of tide was still three hours away. The fishing was slow, and we had only landed about three fish after our first burley had gone. We decided to stick to our plan and wait for the fish to come on the bite. The action finally came when the tide changed (a good five hours into the session) and we were soon landing some good fish. Kingfish and trevally continued to trouble us to the point where the kingfish were jumping on baitless hooks, chasing our fish up and even pushing the snapper off the hook and catching themselves. It was great sporting fun but it was hindering our success rate. We got too confident at the end and started throwing back good sized fish only to realise we were one short. That last fish took about an hour to catch and made us late for dinner! Next time we will take our limit and get home earlier. Looking forward to next month – tight lines!
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It has been an incredibly wet winter but spring has finally sprung and it’s time to prepare your lawns for grass growing Toseason.getstarted, clear your lawns of any branches and debris and then aerate the soil. This is especially important in areas such as Millwater where the ground can get a bit boggy. Ideally, aerating should be done just before spring so if you haven’t done it already, do it yesterday. Next, mow your lawns down to around 5mm. This is low enough to get rid of Kaikoura grass and allow the fresh grass to come through. Don’t be tempted to mow a wet lawn or you could end up with mowing stripes. Wait for it to dry off and if your grass gets a little long, just scalp it first and then gradually cut it back to 5mm. For maintaining your lawn, about 25mm is generally a good length, but you can keep them down at 5mm if you prefer more of a golf course look. You should also get your mower serviced, having the oil, filter and plugs changed and your blades sharpened up. It’s worth doing this as soon as possible, as the turnaround time for servicing tends to get longer over the spring and summer Ifmonths.yourmower
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is hard to start, has rust on the body or is t aking too long to get the job done, it’s probably time to buy yourself a new one. Gatmans have a selection of push mowers, Robot and ride on mowers to choose from. They provide expert knowledge on the right mower for you and will even bring the mower to your home and do a demo, to make sure it’s the right choice for your property.
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Weekly Sessions - Adults ESOL: Every Tuesday at 9:30 am (lead by Yvonne)
Get involved: CoastHibiscusSoftball The softball season runs from October through to March, with a break over the Christmas period. Starting from Under 5’s through to senior competitive and social graded teams, we encourage participation across all ages and abilities. So if your new to the sport or wanting to upskill to become a softball pro….then check us out on www.hbcsoftball.org.nz for more information or drop us an email: secretary@hbcsoftball.org.nz Silverdale & Districts Historical Society (Inc) & Silverdale Pioneer Village 2022 Auckland Heritage Festival: Celebrating the humble horse Saturday, 1 October and Sunday, 9 October (10am – 3pm each day) • Children’s game room open • Children’s treasure hunt • Craft shop open • Devonshire teas available • Visit our transport display featuring the old gig Come for a day and experience a lifetime P.O. Box 27 Orewa 0946 | Ph: (09) 426 8272 12 Wainui Road, Silverdale e-mail: website:pioneervillage1968@gmail.comwww.silverdalepioneervillage.com Make softball your sport of choice this seasonRegistrationssummer.for2022/23arenowopen! Entry by donation
It’s nearly time again for the keenly-awaited annual Greek Extravaganza fundraiser for Hibiscus Hospice! Organised by the Rotary Club of Orewa-Millwater, this popular cultural event features Greek cuisine, beverages, live music, dancing shows and lots of ‘Opa!’ This year’s theme is based on the sunny island of Crete, to celebrate the very special historical relationship between New Zealand and Crete that was forged in WW2.
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Convenor, Theo Simeonidis, advises that the annual Greek Extravaganza has, to date, raised $81,860 for our local Hospice. This year’s event will be on Saturday, 29 October 2022 at the Orewa Arts & Events Centre. Tickets are $80 each or $750 for a table of 10 and can be purchased online at: https://harbourhospice.org.nz/event/greek-extravaganza/ It’s ExtravaganzaGreek time Saturday, 29 October 2022
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The competition, launched on Mother’s Day 2022, received entries from north of Auckland right down to Stewart Island. The organisers and judges were impressed by the wealth of knowledge and talent displayed in the entries, many of which expressed concerns around pollution and climate change.
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The CAB is here to help with free, independent information and advice. Feel free to contact any of the North Shore branches for more info. Not sure? Ask us. www.cab.org.nz | 0800 367 222. Mon-Fri 9am-3pm. Branch operating hours may vary. - 09 418 0032, birkenhead@cab.org.nz Bay - 09 479 2222, brownsbay@cab.org.nz - 09 444 9451, Coast - 09 426 5338, hibiscuscoast@cab.org.nz - 09 480 2971, northcote@cab.org.nz
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Angelica and Karla’s winning artworks will now be included in a book representing the voices of our kiwi youth to be presented at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Egypt in November 2022. Well done Angelica and Karla!
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Two students from KingsWay School have been selected as category winners in The Aotearoa National ‘Our Papatuanuku’ art competition, organised by the environmental charity Flourish. Angelica Zhang was awarded first place in the Years 9-10 Illustration category for her piece entitled Heartbeat, while Karla de Wet received first place in the Years 11-13 Illustration category for her entry entitled Wildfire. The competition was inspired by the UK campaign Our Other Mother (planet earth), where parent climate groups and networks of British illustrators called on creative people of all ages to produce a piece of art or a written message showing love for our other mother, planet earth. Flourish organised the New Zealand competition to give kiwi kids a chance to creatively express their love and concern for Our Papatuanuku, Mother Earth.
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During the period from October 2023 to April 2026, an incorporated society will need to re-register under the new Act. If they do not re-register within this timeframe, the society will cease to exist.
SocietiesIncorporatedAct 2022 New legislation to be aware of
• Dispute resolution: The Act requires an adequate dispute resolution procedure to be included in your constitution;
While the new Act has been passed, a transitional period has been provided for to allow incorporated societies to become familiar with the new framework.
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• Membership: An ongoing minimum of 10 members is required, and members must consent to becoming a member i.e. they must fill out an application form and cannot be deemed a member simply by way of definition in your constitution;
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• Criminal offences: The Act provides for certain criminal offences, for example in the case of fraud or falsification of documents.
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (Act) was passed into law earlier this year, replacing the Incorporated Societies Act 1908 (1908 Act). This new legislative framework creates significant changes to the way the 23,000+ incorporated societies registered in New Zealand are governed and operated, so it is important that members of those societies are aware of and keep up to date with these changes. Some of the key changes under the Act are:
When do the changes come into effect and what should I be doing about it?
Until you re-register, the society will continue to be governed by the 1908 Act. Once you do re-register, the society will then be subject to the new Act. As such, it is important that incorporated societies take this time to review the new rules and check that their constitution, processes and policies align, and if not, update them before they re-register.
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• Financial reporting: New requirements around financial reporting and timeframes for holding AGMs are included; and
• Officer’s duties: A list of officer’s duties is introduced;
Keith was born in 1934, the youngest son of Ethel and Vivian Stoney of Arranhill. In his younger years Keith attended Wanui and Silverdale Primary schools and his childhood chores included helping out on the family farms on Arranhill and across the estuary at Seaview. He later boarded with family and friends while attending Takapuna Grammar School. After school he considered training as a builder but returned home to help out on the family farms – he was a very loyal man.
The Stoney Homestead and farm were often used to help the local community, supplying work and food during the war and depression, and when all the neighbours helped each other out. When the time came to sell their farms for development, Keith and his brothers wanted to continue that history of helping the community. His brothers ensured Butler Stoney Park and Metro Park would be kept for public use and Keith sold part of his land to the education board for the relocation of Silverdale School and he made sure Kingsway could build their school on the land that he sold. Keith was also instrumental in the initial stages of the journey to save Stoney Homestead and have it restored and made available for community use.
Claire Nevans Editor It is with great sadness that we learned of the recent passing of Keith Stoney. Keith and his family are entrenched in the history of our local area. His pioneering ancestors moved here in 1864 and were one of the original families who farmed the land that Millwater is built on – the Stoneys of Stoney Homestead.
Keith lived all his life here, building his own house in Seaview that later became his family home with wife Enid and children
The legacy of Keith and his family will endure in our community through the parks we play in, the neighbourhoods and streets that bear the names of his ancestors and the generations of his family that continue to live here with us.
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Malcolm and Heather. Enid says that Keith had a great appreciation for his heritage in the Silverdale area, and for the circumstances and hardships endured by the early settlers, just to be able to make a living. A booklet of some of his family history and many great memories Keith shared of growing up on these hills is available at the Silverdale Historic Village.
Keith was pleased to be able to remain in Seaview after the sale to Millwater developers and in his retirement, as well as travelling and spending time with his grandchildren, he still enjoyed working the land, albeit on a smaller scale, with his vegetable gardens and prized pear trees on the portion of land that the family retained.
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This is why, when it comes to design and build, it can be irresponsible to provide a per square metre rate without knowing the specifics of the project first.
One of the major differences between building off a spec plan and building a bespoke home is that there is no predetermined per square metre rate for a bespoke home.
is not uncommon for some quotes to only cover the structure of the house, essentially from the floor up. Site costs are the hardest part of any build to accurately predict and can make up a high percentage of the overall build cost, so you need to confirm these have been included before you rely on the quote as an accurate indication. To provide a per square metre rate that excludes site works without clearly communicating this is potentially misleading.
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make sure you gather up as much information as you can and share it all with your design and build consultant. That helps us to provide you with a per square metre rate you can rely on. Our show home is located at 68 Maurice Kelly Road, Milldale, or see page 15 for our contact details.
At Maddren we gather site information, find out about your plans and spend some time getting to know you and your needs before we give you a per square metre price range. Preparing the estimate can take up to two weeks* as we feel it’s crucial to take enough time to ensure nothing is overlooked. The first estimate we give you will create your expectation for the whole build. If it’s not right you may feel mislead and that’s no good for you or for So,us.
Maddren Homes *Time varies from project to project, please check with our design and build consultant for project-specific indications
Why? When you’re building bespoke homes every house, and the process of constructing it, is different; the products are different, the owners’ requirements are different and the requirements for each site are especially different. This means that each project needs detailed investigation and research before anyone can suggest a reliable per square metre rate. Even a single difference can affect the price considerably. For example, using pine weatherboards instead of cedar cladding; flat vs cathedral ceilings; expansive soil vs highly expansive soil, let alone the specifics of bathware and interior design.
When you are given a per square metre rate (or any other type of quotation) by a building company, always check if related site costs have been included. Unfortunately, it When it comes to problems with your ears, it’s great to know you are in safe hands.
Our weed-free Garden Mix has everything you need to grow great vegetables to feed the family for Christmas. Get yours at your local Central Landscape Supplies. You’ll be delighted. Planting Christmasyourdinner? Central Landscape Supplies Silverdale 09 421 0024 • silverdale@centrallandscapes.co.nz Open 7 Days • 90 Foundry Road, Silverdale Business Park www.centrallandscapes.co.nz
Hands up who loves a good massage? does a facial massage offer the same benefits? Absolutely! With over 40 muscles in the face a facial massage certainly has the same advantages, including increasing oxygen and blood circulation and promoting a brighter complexion. And the benefits certainly don’t end there. your next booked facial has a facial massage included. They can move you into a deep state of relaxation or meditative state, which has a host of advantages, making you feel better and more rejuvenated. by adding a facial massage into your home routine you will reap the rewards, creating Somebeautifulattentionintentionalforcreatingskin.wonderfulplusses of adding facial massages to your skincare routine include that they: improve and stimulate collagen production reduce puffiness muscle tension the lymphatic system, which helps release toxins some swear it helps create lift and sculpt helps create a clearer complexion mind the mental health rewards you will experience including the release of stresses. Massaging your face can help you feel where you are holding your stress, and this then becomes an intentional time for yourself.
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Consistency is key when it comes to face massaging, to truly reap the rewards. I know sometimes life can get away from us, so if you can’t commit to 5-10 min twice a week, then opt for a couple of minutes every day. This is a wonderful way to prepare for the nights rest ahead and to release the tensions of the day.
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How to hot smoke at home
The definition of smoking is the process of flavouring, browning, cooking, or preserving food by exposing it to smoke from burning or smouldering material, most often wood. Smoking is one of the oldest forms of cooking. It is a form of food preservation that was used for centuries before refrigeration, to extend the life of fish and meat by removing water and adding large amounts of salt, thus preserving the food. There are four forms of smoking: cold, warm, hot and liquid. I will explain hot smoking, the method I use at Culinary Lane to smoke my own salmon and chicken. This can be performed on a stovetop (gas, electric or induction), in the oven or with a smoker/barbecue. Hot smoking and liquid smoking are the least effective methods of preservation.
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I like to marinade my item (say a whole salmon fillet) in maple syrup for around one hour, turning and basting often. Some people will cure the food in large amounts of salt and sugar first (to extend its shelf life) but I find the salt removes too much water, making the smoked product too dry. I use the same tray each time and place 2-3 sheets of tin foil on the bottom (for ease of cleaning) and spread manuka (tea tree) chips/ sawdust over the base a few mm thick (you can also add herbs, cinnamon stick, tea leaves, lemon and orange peel etc). I roll up four balls of tin foil, which I place in each corner of the tray to keep the food off the wood, place a rack onto the foil and lay the salmon on the rack. I then place a good handful of soft brown sugar on the salmon and a good sprinkle of salt, and place a tight-fitting lid/tray on top. I then like to weight this down with a heavy item to keep the smoke in.
Now for me the most important thing is to have the heat turned down very, very low (just generating a light smoke), so the salmon will take around 30-40 plus minutes to Mostsmoke.people make the mistake of having the heat too high which burns the wood chips and creates carbon monoxide, the poison created in a fire. This causes the food to be very bitter and too strong in flavour. The high heat gives you a great smoke colour but with my method the brown sugar on top will assist in browning the food instead. Before the salmon is fully cooked, remove the rack from the smoker and allow it to cool. Refrigerate and serve as required. It will last around four days in the fridge. Culinary Lane For your dinner parties, out catering & grazing table needs, go to www.culinarylane.co.nz
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The Collections is a dystopian drama set in New Zealand in 2041. The population has exploded and the planet is in crisis, so the government has legalised ‘Collections’. The novel follows Claris, who works at a government Collections Depot. Once a job she thought was valuable, now it is something she struggles with. Her beloved husband has recently been euthanised, something he has done willingly for the planet, but as a grieving widow she questions whether the governmental policy is in fact the right thing to do.
In the Thomas Cook guide, New Zealand is a romantic place of prosperity, happiness, magnificent scenery and a charming indigenous population seemingly happy to welcome the visiting tourists. But Paul Moon reveals the complexities of the real New Zealand at this time in history and reveals the truth behind the hyperbole, the reality behind the romance. Fascinating!
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In 1902 the travel agency Thomas Cook published the guide New Zealand as a Tourist and Health Resort, seeking to encourage tourists to come to Aotearoa from the other side of the world. This old volume provides a rare insight into New Zealand’s Edwardian past and the introduction of mass-market tourism. In Touring Edwardian New Zealand, Professor Paul Moon ‘traces the routes taken by Edwardian tourists who used the guide to tour New Zealand in the opening decade of the twentieth century.’
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The Collections by Patricia Donovan Touring Edwardian New Zealand by Paul Moon
The Collections is an intimate read, as we are drawn into Claris’ increasingly claustrophobic world as she edges closer to the dreaded age of 70, and she makes the decision to somehow avoid being collected. But how does she do this?
What a treat of a book, from its gorgeous cover to its wellconsidered contents and fascinating historical photographs!
I really liked that this novel isn’t strangely futuristic. It is a crowded New Zealand, but still familiar. It’s a thought-provoking novel that looks at society and our very humanity while considering overpopulation and the effect on the planet. A haunting read, but thankfully with an ending that offers hope and redemption.
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Summerset Milldale coming soon
Summerset is excited to announce a brand-new retirement village, Summerset Milldale which begins pre-selling in early 2023. Once complete, it will offer over 220 independent homes to choose from including villas and apartments. Plus, we will also have a wide range of care options, including serviced apartments, a care centre and our industry-leading memory care centre. All safe and secure within a fully gated village community.
Summerset Milldale is located close to the Whangaparoa Peninsula in one of Auckland’s newest and most affordable suburbs. It will offer the perfect coastal retirement lifestyle, close to beaches, cafes and shopping, everything the Hibiscus Coast has to offer. All just 25 minutes from downtown Auckland. This stunning village will give you easy access to everything a busy retirement life demands.
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Councillors who make a difference – for the Hibiscus Coast, Albany and Auckland In council meetings the John/Wayne Albany councillor team stands out – they make a difference! They’re tough and they’re experienced – totally committed to delivering for the communities they represent and holding the council (bureaucracy and mayor) to account. They’ve also been part of a very small group of councillors willing to take on the Government over its Three Waters reforms and flawed housing intensification plans. They stand up for Auckland while others remain mute, compromised by their party-political allegiances. Auckland needs strong, independent leadership that will stand up to the government when required, not just roll over, as happened under this last mayor.
‘Putting People First means honest, open and fair leadership with community and family values for the Bays.’ contact John and Wayne with suggestions, questions or help with their campaign, Wayne 021 882861, John 021 2875999
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‘We’re proud to represent this ward. We view it as both a privilege and a responsibility.’
The John/Wayne team have battled for the Coast: to keep free parking at the Silverdale Park & Ride, organised public meetings against the unneeded harmful housing intensification (Whangaparaoa Hall and St Mathews in the City), safeguarding the Albany Stadium, saving local parks, golf courses and marinas – no sale, no surrender, opposed wasteful spending including executive salaries and business class travel, supporting sport and recreational groups, CABs, youth centres, retaining public control of regional parks and the Hauraki Gulf, working with groups such as Forest and Bird and Restore HBC to reduce pests, prevent sedimentation, environmental protection along our beaches, save and restore bush – and much more.
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Local,36 experienced and determined John Watson and Wayne Walker have lived, worked and raised their families in this ward. They are the ward’s local candidates with a track record of standing up for the community. They care about what happens to people in the Hibiscus Coast and Albany Ward. They’ve shown time and again they’re not afraid to take on bureaucrats, vested interests or mayor on behalf of these communities. Their number one priority is to the people they represent. They ‘walk the talk’ through action, not just words.
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I’ve always wanted to be a café proprietor but have never plucked up the courage to throw myself into the fierce rivalry of café ownership. That, and the fact that we’re very spoilt on the Coast with some fantastic cafes stretching from Silverdale to Orewa and from Millwater to the Peninsula means I’ve not had to think much about it. When it comes to a good café, I’ve always maintained that the rite of passage for any self-respecting establishment is how well they make eggs benedict. This is not to diminish a gorgeous granola bowl or an awesome Avo on toast, but there is just something about the magic of an oozy egg yolk and heavenly hollandaise coming together on a plate that makes me salivate just thinking about it!
Clara – Shop 1/3 Brian Smith Drive, Silverdale
This week I set out on a journey to find the best bennies on the Coast, armed with a methodology and scoring system that creates a fair basis for our evaluation, including the egg, hollandaise, base, side and presentation, all scored out of 10. Most of the eight restaurants I tried offered a variety of ciabatta, rosti or other base and a great selection of sides ranging from bacon to salmon, to portobello mushrooms to crab. I opted for a rosti-based bacon benny at each cafe to make it fair and because I love bacon! I did not consider service, as COVID-19, staff shortages and the mix between counter and table service would make that unfair. I didn’t appreciate how close all the scores would be, but I’ve included reviews of my three favourites, which sees our very own Millies on Millwater Parkway, Clara at Weiti Medical Centre and L&G’s Kitchen in Stanmore Bay all receive special attention.
L&G is tucked away in the Stanmore Bay shops by New World. I first stumbled into it before a Saturday kids footy run for a coffee and scone. I go on a Monday morning and it’s eerily quiet, but the staff seem chipper and the smiles on their faces make up for the sadness I have for the empty café. I think the number of restaurants and cafes that shut for hospo days leave us to believe that no one opens on a Monday, yet there are these hero cafés saving us from Mondayitis and coffee deprivation. To these establishments, I solute you! Onto the benny. It’s by far the functionally prettiest dish we’ve tasted. And by functionally pretty, I mean every element plays its part. The herb oil drizzle adds to the flavour of the dish and the generous hollandaise (whilst initially a little intimidating in volume) is deliciously different to the others we’ve tried, with sharp acidity and a creaminess to match. The eggs are absolutely perfect and the bacon is generous and cooked well. The rosti is a showstopper and you can tell it’s homemade. Crispy and not mushy inside, sublime. This is my favourite benny in the taste test. Menu price $21. Score 9/10. My benedict crusade ends with me releasing my belt two notches languishing in the week that’s been and the bennys I’ve eaten. As I sit in my home office, I can’t help but be thankful for the development of Café culture on the Coast and all it has to offer. The only thing keeping me from a nanna nap as the sun streams in the window is contemplating what I will review next.
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Millies – 10/175 Millwater Parkway, Silverdale Millies always makes you feel like you’ve returned home from vacation and walked straight into the arms of a loved one. It’s homely, always busy and the team make a real effort. The benny at Millies is generous. The presentation is beautiful and although the beetroot swirl does nothing for the flavour of the dish, it does make quite a statement. The eggs are poached to near perfection and the rosti (despite the menu saying it’s a gratin) is crispy and tasty, although a little dense. The hollandaise is fluffy and although low on acidity is still mouth-wateringly good. The bacon is a slight let down as it’s a little overdone for my liking, but it’s a great Benny all things considered. Menu price is $21.50. Score 7.5/10.
The most understated of the cafés visited. The café is bright and airy, and a gorgeous centrepiece of dried flowers adorns the café as a divider between the front of house and café area. I’ll be back for the cabinet cakes for sure, but for now we focus on the benny. The plate is minimalistic, but pretty, there’s nothing on the plate that shouts pretentious. The eggs are oozy and fresh, hollandaise magically fluffy (I suspect it’s whipped) and a pinch of nutmeg gives it a great mouth feel. No acidity in the holly, but it doesn’t detract from the dish. The rosti is more hash brown like but is really tasty and whilst the bacon is sparse, it’s decadent and the whole dish works well together. Menu price is $22.90. Score 8/10. L&G’s Kitchen –570 Road,WhangaparaoaStanmoreBay
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For more information or to book an eye exam online visit www.orewaoptics.co.nzOurDispensing Opticians Petra, Angela, Christine Our Grant,OptometristsHelen,Anuja 10 Bakehouse Lane (opposite Dear Coasties) 09 426 6646 Our success is built on providing the best quality vision care in the Hibiscus WeCoast.stand by our products and services with integrity and proudly care for our Ourcommunity.friendly team is ready to provide you with professional advice and the best eyewear to suit your needs. Come and see us today! NEED A CARSERVICE? ABOUT CONTACTUS US: Located in the heart of Silverdale, we offer a full range of Mechanical Repairs from WOF through to complete engine replacement. We service all makes and models, specialising in European vehicles. Our mechanics are NZ trained, and our workshop is equipped with the latest diagnostic tools, enabling us to provide a comprehensive range of services to a very high standard. - Air Conditioning Service & Repair - Pre-purchase Inspections - Transmission Service & Repairs / Clutches - Vehicle Diagnostic’s - WOF’s (Cars & Trailers) - Brakes - Cam Belt’s - Suspension Repairs SilverdaleCarServices2017 - Hydrogen Carbon Cleaning - Head Light Renew - Tyres & Wheel alignment OUR SERVICES NEW SERVICES CarSilverdaleServices Automotive Service & Repair Specialists YOUR INSPECIALISINGWORKSHOPLOCALEUROPEANVEHICLE’S 14 Curley Avenue, www.silverdalecarservices.co.nzSilverdale 09 421 1413 The big M Menopause and our skin This month we will be looking at how menopause effects our skin and a few simple ways to help your bodies and your skin cope better with all the changes. Oestrogen is a very important hormone. We need it to maintain hydration in our skin and body. It helps maintain higher levels of collagen and elastin, thus ensuring we have a healthy epidermis with less fine lines and wrinkles. It’s keep our blood flowing circulation, ensuring cell renewal and nourishing our tissues. But sadly, as we age and menopause kicks in, we have less and less natural oestrogen in our Visiblebodies.changes you’ll notice as your body goes through pre-menopause, menopause and post-menopause (when your oestrogen levels start dropping) include: drier and thinning skin, loss of skin elasticity, pigmentation spots and thicker hair on the face (telagen stage). Our bodies can also be affected by: thinning hair and hair loss, weight gain in the abdomen and thigh areas, hot flushes, irregular cycles, urine leaks when we sneeze, laugh or cough, breast tenderness, feeling anxious, depressed or lacking in life purpose, memory fog and Things you can do at home to help your skin and body cope with menopause include adding richer moisturising creams into your daily routine, using an SPF daily, using hyaluronic acid serums daily and using masks and exfoliating weekly. It can also help to incorporate anti-inflammatory foods into your diet, such as turmeric and taking supplements such as magnesium, calcium, pre and probiotics and a good multi-vitamin. Reducing your caffeine intake is a good idea too, and you could try the Fader range of skincare, which is specifically designed to lighten and prevent pigmentation. If you’re experiencing any of the signs and symptoms above please see a healthcare advisor. We can all get through this with the right help and guidance. In-salon remedies include having regular skin peels, hydration boost facials and masks, and laser and collagen induction therapy are of great benefit.
Your skin therapist is there to help your skin cope with external changes. Consultations are always available.
who had insurance covers placed by a previous adviser. Following diagnosis of terminal pancreatic cancer, we immediately lodged the trauma cover claim, including all the detailed oncology reports and everything the insurer required to process the claim.
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Throughout history, Greeks have fought for their freedom, truth and right. Whether it was the heroic 300 Spartans resisting the invading Persian hordes at Thermopylae in 480BC or responding to Mussolini’s ultimatum to surrender in 1941 with a blunt ‘Ochi’ (NO), then staunchly repelling the invading Italian forces, Greeks have a history of defending what they believe is right.
The claims assessment dragged on and on, without justification. As a last resort, I posted on the company’s public Facebook page: ‘Sorry to say that I am appalled with your extremely dilatory and poor claims servicing processes. I lodged a Crisis Cover claim for a very ill client over three weeks ago. We were requested to provide additional medical information which was done immediately. The family is under huge emotional and financial stress as a result of this trauma, which is exactly the role this Crisis Cover was put in place to relieve! We need this sorted now, no more delays, no more excuses for the delays!
So, what does this have to do with insurance in 2022? At UProtectNZ, fighting for our clients’ rights is deeply embedded in our DNA. Several years ago we ‘inherited’ a 39-year-old client
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The defeat of Mussolini’s invading troops led the UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill to declare ‘Hence, we will not say that Greeks fight like heroes, but that heroes fight like Greeks.’
TheNow!’claim was paid within 24 hours to the great relief of the family. Fighting for our clients’ rights, whether at claim time or challenging unfair underwriting assessments, is an important part of the total commitment that we at UProtectNZ make to our clients. It’s what we do!
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Central’s Tips 2022
The fruit and vegetable garden
• Seeds or seedlings that can be sown directly: carrots, parsnip, radishes, fennel, mesclun mix, bok choy and lettuces
Free plants – Look out for seedlings around the ‘mother’ plants in the garden – NZ grasses, native trees and shrubs and flowering perennials often produce babies that you can transplant now
Pep up the garden areas by fertilising with Prolawn All Purpose. It’s fast acting and will replenish nutrients that have washed through gardens in the heavy rain
• Time to trim topiaries and hedges and fertilise, then add mulch around them
• Sort some lemon flavours for summer cooking: lemongrass, lemon thyme and lemon verbena all add magic to cordials and syrups, marinades, and tea infusions
• Mow the lawn once it’s dried out. We’re very excited by our organic lawn range and recommend Lawnganics ROOTS as a spray to apply for healthy turf growing conditions
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• Fertilise roses and check for aphids. Squashing them by hand is easy with small colonies, otherwise you may need to spray. An organic remedy, Aquaticus ‘Bugtrol’ will do the trick
• There are some great spring-flowering shrubs around to enjoy. Try blue flowered Californian lilac (ceanothus), there’s a range of azaleas in many hues, plus many rhododendrons flower from now onwards Prepare for a great summer harvest, condition and feed the soil, get the strawberry bed ready and install climbing frames ready for tomatoes and beans. Add some lemon flavours in the herb garden.
Blood and bone is a gentle boost of nitrogen around blueberries and strawberries as they produce the first flower buds. Place pea straw around developing strawberries to keep weeds out and the moisture in
Create a raised garden for your summer vegetables using our range of hardwood sleepers for a rustic or modern look. Once constructed, line raised bed with a thick plastic sheet and then fill with garden mix or veggie mix. Now to get planting!
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• Condition soil organically ahead of planting out vegetables by applying at least two of these top products - compost, sheep pellets, ground mussel shells and Morganics organic fertilizer
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Useful summer herbs to plant in early spring include parsley, coriander, dill, chervil, sage and oregano
The Ornamental Garden
• Install decorative climbing frames: bamboo teepees and metal stakes add vertical interest and will support beans, cucumbers tomatoes etc.
Raised garden beds
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‘Architectural’ edibles in the vegetable garden: plant globe artichokes, cavolo nero and bay or upright rosemary
Trimming evergreens, feeding the garden and mulching are traditional spring tasks. Layer the mulch around plants and stake new trees. Look for new seedlings popping up around favourite plants, plus give the lawn some love.
Throughout the day, we recommend implementing the good old 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 metres away for at least 20 seconds. It can also help to check the set-up of your screen working distance and angle, ensure you have suitable lighting and reduce ambient glare where possible. Making these small changes in your screen habits can make a huge difference in alleviating the symptoms of digital eye strain.
Orewa Optics can offer practical and effective solutions to help reduce the effects of digital eye strain, such as prescription lenses specifically designed for indoor work environments, Blue Control anti-reflection coatings, or non-prescription Avatude computer glasses, which are a stylish and comfortable way to filter blue light, reducing the effect of prolonged periods of screen use or time spent in artificially lit environments.
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Digital eye strain
Most of us are doing it – spending much of our working day looking at screens, perhaps looking at our phones on public transport on the way home, and then ending the evening with a decent binge on our latest streaming obsession.
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Blue light is all around us. Similar to UV light, blue light has both positive and negative effects on our health. The flickering and glare from artificial sources of blue light can cause digital eye strain, and over-exposure to blue light can also disrupt our natural body clock, negatively affecting sleep patterns and quality of sleep. of the symptoms of digital eye strain tired, burning or itching or dry eyes eyes
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Alone Together, she documents her concerns that technology actually makes us feel more isolated when it promised to make us feel more connected. Her studies also reveal that in social situations, when phone notifications are prioritised, the quality of conversation is compromised. Constant interruptions from phone alerts decrease the level of connection that people feel toward others.
Have we improved the quality of human connection with ongoing developments in technology? There will always be conflicting views and research on this question.
Growing up in a farming community, our family had a party line phone – a system where several subscribers were connected to the same landline. Each household had its individual ring to signify who was to answer.
Giving attention to conversation
It was the only telecommunication available (I’m revealing my age here) and phone conversations required an investment of time and patience. The length of the attached cord to the wall qualified how private your conversation was, or what other tasks you could achieve whilst balancing the hand piece under your chin. As I’m typing this, I’m aware my mobile phone is at hand, alerting me to notifications. Each individual ring sound identifies the source of incoming data for me to attend to. It’s like being subscribed to a party line system again, with me having to answer all phone rings! I’m grateful for the mute switch option.
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MIT Professor Sherry Turkle explores how mobile communication impacts social behaviour. In her book
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COVID-19 lockdowns restricted physical interaction with others and zoom, video and phone call conversations became the norm. Ironically, some people expressed having increased meaningful communication with others during those months. Attention was given to the shared unfamiliarity of experiencing a global pandemic and a mutual need for connecting with others. The mobile phone became the tool it was designed to be – the ability to communicate and engage in a conversation.However, because a phone is but one tool
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Kalamata olives (I prefer the pit in)
Baby Potatoes: Place the potatoes into cold, salted water and bring to the boil, then turn down to medium simmer. Cook until just cooked inside (20-25 mins total). Remove from water and allow to cool. Don’t run under water to cool as they soak it up like a sponge.
600-800g baby potatoes
Method Mussels (optional): In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, heat to a medium-high temperature, add ½ cup white wine and cleaned mussels, place the lid on and steam for around 3-5 mins or until the mussels just open. Remove mussels from the shell.
Local Recipes
With house smoked salmon fillet, mussels, green beans, baby potatoes, tomato, soft egg, Italian parsley and Kalamata olives with mayonnaise (4 portions) Ingredients
16 steamed, deshelled mussels (optional)
Soft Boiled Eggs: Place the eggs very gently into medium boiling water for 6 min. Remove the water and run the pot under cold water for 1-2 mins, peel the eggs.
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400-600g hot smoked salmon (see p31)
200g top and tailed fresh green beans
1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves
Good quality mayonnaise
16 anchovy fillets (good quality) optional
Niçoise salad
4-6 medium vine ripened tomatoes
Green Beans: Boil a pot of salted water. Place the green beans in for 1 min, remove and place straight into ice water (refresh). Drain well.
To Finish: Place ¾ of the Italian parsley into ice water, then drain after 1 hour, shake off excess water, this makes the parsley crisp as if was just picked. Cut the baby potatoes in half and slice each tomato into 8 wedges (remove core first). Place in a mixing bowl with green beans, parsley, olives, anchovies and mussels and add half the flaked smoked salmon. Bind with mayonnaise (not too much, just enough to cover) mixing very gently so as not to break up. Place evenly into the middle of 4 plates. Top with remaining smoked salmon and place the soft-boiled eggs halved onto the side of the plate. Finish with a side of mayonnaise and garnish with the remaining parsley.
Cassandra Horne
1 egg Method Place all ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend until a smooth batter is formed. Fry in a little butter until golden, around 1-2 mins each side. Enjoy!
1/3 cup self raising flour
Method Preheat oven to 200°C (fan bake). Cover sheets with pizza sauce, leaving 2.5cm clean at the top. Sprinkle each sheet with ham, pineapple and cheese. Lightly brush the strip at the top with water then roll up the sheets starting from the bottom (the water helps them to stick together).
3 cups grated cheese
425g can pineapple pieces in juice
2 ripe bananas
1/3 cup milk
When selecting recipes to bake for the kids’ lunchboxes, I am looking for things that are quick and easy, low in sugar and can be made in bulk. Below are two of my kids’ favourites. Both recipes make large quantities and can be frozen.
Banana Ingredientspikelets
Lunchbox fillers
5 sheets flaky puff pastry
1/3 cup oats
300g chopped or shaved ham
5 Tbsp pizza sauce (I use Leggos or make by mixing tomato paste, herbs and garlic).
Slice roll into 1.5cm thick pieces. Lay them flat on a tray lined with baking paper, leaving a small gap in between. Bake in the oven until golden and cooked through, around 15-18 mins.
Pizza Ingredientspinwheels
On our final night we left early so we could check out The Jewel, an entertainment and retail complex linked to Changi Airport. It has a great selection of shops and places to eat and the main attraction is the rain vortex, the world’s tallest indoor waterfall. It is a great place to visit if you have a long stopover, however, you do need to clear immigration, so make sure you had plenty of time. Singapore has always been one of my favourite places for a holiday or stopover and it was definitely great to visit again.
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Singapore stopover
I have recently returned from a trip to the UK and Europe. On the way home we had a stopover in Singapore and decided to stay at the iconic triple-towered Marina Bay Sands. It didn’t Marinadisappoint.Bay Sands is in a great location and has its own complex with high-end retail shops and over 80 restaurants and bars. Seventeen are Signature or Celebrity Chef restaurants (including those of Gordon Ramsey and Wolfgang Puck). There is also a great selection of casual places to eat and cafes (such as Angelina, Paris). During the day we ate at Black Tap Craft Burgers and Beer. It has some amazing burgers and crazy looking milkshakes aptly names crazyshakes! On our first night we dined at LAVO, an Italian restaurant with rooftop bar located on the 57th floor. The menu has a great selection and the views are Thestunning.hotel is extremely grand and luxurious, however, the most memorable part of our stay was definitely the iconic infinity pool, which is located on the top level (200m high). The views are amazing any time of day, but particularly at sunset. The pool is only open to hotel guests. The hotel has recently restarted Spectra, their nightly show of fountains, lasers and light projections set to music and definitely recommended. While we were there it was showing at 8pm and Next9pm.door to Marina Bay Sands is Gardens by the Bay. We visited during the day via a connecting bridge and it is also well worth visiting. They also have a light show, at 7:45pm and 8:45pm, and we were able to view this from the balcony of our harbour view room.
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