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n arsonist started the fire that consumed a Flat Bush house earmarked for demolition, officials believe.

Fire fighters were called to the vacant property – which is illegally used as a rubbish dumping site – on Flat Bush School Road at 3.39pm on Saturday afternoon.

Senior fire risk management officer for Counties Manukau, Robert Watson, who attended the scene, says the blaze had been

burning for some time before it was noticed.

“It’s been vacant and unoccupied so the site’s been used for dumping. There’s a lot of rubbish there and somebody’s lit it. It’s a deliberately lit fire.”

Mr Watson says it was a very destructive fire that could not have been caused by a derelict site with no electrical or heating sources.

There are other buildings in the area scheduled to be cleared for new housing and being illegally

used as dumping sites.

It is not the first abandoned house fire Mr Watson has attended in the vicinity but the first in recent times.

In this case, the house was completely destroyed, Mr Watson says.

“It made life for demolition crew easy. It was a large two storey house. The upper half was completely gone and half of the ground level was burnt.

The fire had spread to surrounding trees and grass.

A woman reportedly suffered from smoke inhalation as a result of the fire.

Records indicated the ambulance had been stood down and that the woman had gone to the East Care Accident & Medical Clinic on Botany Road.

Police say the fire is being treated as suspicious but further forensic testing is needed. People with information can contact detective sergeant Dean Batey on 250-3014 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800-555-111.

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By FARIDA MASTER Isn’t it too dangerous?

It’s the first question people asked Bridget Dennison, the 17-year-old tramper who walked the Te Araroa trail for 45 days during the school holidays.

The Howick College student suffered trials and tribulations on her 900km trek.

She was almost swept away in the treacherous Taramakau river and was saved by a Swedish tramper; fell off a rock and landed on her backpack; was in great pain and cried her way through the first two days wondering why she had taken on the uphill task.

But, she says, she wouldn’t trade the experience for the world.

Two years ago, Bridget had never been tramping, much less out in the wild.

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“Passchendaele was a blood bath with 800 Kiwi men killed and 2750 wounded within the first hour. That’s a big portion of the population gone in one hour.

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■■ The Bay of Moudros on the Greek Island of Lemnos was where the armistice between the Ottoman Empire and the Allies was signed in October 1918. The harbour was the Allied base for the blockade of the Dardanelles during World War I. Between 1915 and 1920 hundreds of dead soldiers from the Gallipoli campaign were buried in the Allied Cemetery on the nearby Portianou Peninsula.

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owick RSA is the beneficiary of a painting that was originally destined for a significant exhibition on the Greek Island of Lemnos.

Eastern Beach painter, Merv Appleton was one of two Kiwis selected to submit paintings to the ‘In Red’ exhibition commemorating 100 years after the Gallipoli campaign. The other Kiwi painter was Sue MacDougall who has lived on the Greek Island of Aegina for many years.

They were among 31 artists from Greece, Turkey, Australia and New Zealand to participate in the exhibition. It was held in the Municipal Gallery of Thessaloniki in April-May and at the old port Apothiki, on Lemos Island in June-July last year.

Mr Appleton sent his painting The Rescue but did not finish the other one portraying a field ambulance loading injured soldiers during the Gallipoli campaign. This painting will now hang on a wall at the RSA’s Wellington Street clubrooms.

RSA president, Ray Sangster says the donation of the painting is substantial.

“It will take a prime spot in the clubrooms. We are very pleased to receive this

GALLIPOLI DONATION: Eastern Beach painter Merv Appleton, right, presents his painting of a field ambulance during the World War I Gallipoli campaign to Howick RSA president Ray Sangster.

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donation and thank Merv very much.”

Mr Appleton says he was disappointed not to be able to go to the Lemnos exhibition in person.

“Afterwards I was contacted and told my painting was sold and I thought ‘that’s cool’.”

The exhibition organisers asked Mr Appleton for his bank account and tax details which he sent.

While he was waiting for the money to be transferred to his bank account, he received another mes-

sage apologising because the Greek Government, in the throes of defaulting, wouldn’t allow the money to be transferred.

“At the time Greece was broke,” Mr Appleton says.

“I laughed it off and put it down to experience.”

But two weeks later a courier parcel containing an exhibition catalogue book arrived.

“I thought ‘that’s decent of them’. But the next thing money started dropping out of the book.

“It was raining Euros,

brand new Euro notes and so I was paid.

“I never mistrusted them,” he says. “I wrote it off as an experience and was more honoured that my painting got there.”

Mr Appleton was close to binning his other painting but then decided to finish it and keep it.

“The moment for the Gallipoli commemorations had been and gone. But currently it’s 100 years since the Battle of Passchendaele. We talk about Gallipoli because it was our

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It was only after she discovered Outdoor Education at Howick College that Bridget – who lived most of her life in Taiwan till her family moved to New Zealand – took on the challenge of trekking the breathtaking Te Araroa trail.

Last year she walked the Queen Charlotte track in Marlborough Sounds with her family and discovered her love for tramping.

When she learnt of the 3000km Te Araroa Trail, meaning the Long Pathway, that winds through farmlands, alpine passes, clear rivers, thick rainforest and bleached beaches, she knew she had to take it on.

The trail from Cape Reinga to Bluff has been described as one of the best places for a long walk on the planet.

Bridget brushes aside concerns of it being dangerous saying “unless you do something silly yourself!

Besides, you meet so many people along the trail and make friends from different countries,” she says.

“They warn you if the river is dangerous or what to watch out for. It also gives you so much time to think.”

Interestingly, the young hiker believes that there was one common theme that helped random trampers bond.

“We were all in pain,” she says about the first 10 days.

She couldn’t even turn in her

sleep because every bone and muscle in her body ached.

“Gradually your body gets stronger and you learn to walk faster,” she says.

“That was at the beginning of the journey. My backpack was really heavy then. I was carrying one third of my weight. I soon realised I had to get rid of the extra pans I was carrying,” smiles the adventurous young lady who gives credit to her outdoor education teacher David Mason and her parents for the life-changing trail.

Mr Mason, Bridget’s Year 12 and 13 outdoor education teacher says: “Bridget has been an inspiration to many other students. Only two years in New Zealand after growing up in Taiwan, her tramping experience was limited to a family tramp and a few she did in Year 12.

“She dared to dream that her solo walking of Te Araroa was possible and did all the research and planning herself.

“She also did a three-day solo practice tramp in the Whirinaki Forest. Bridget engaged with many people from many different walks of life, tramped up to 40km a day with a 20kg pack,” he said.

“Most importantly, she has learnt so much about herself and others – that’s real education. Her parents must take some credit for their support and the courage to let her push her boundaries.”

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The Tamaki River Festival on the weekend had loads of activities for children.

There was plenty to do on the water, in the water and by the water as children had a go at sailing, kayaking, learnt more about the river and native skinks and geckos.

There was also a raft race that had some adults have more fun than their kids!

And then there were pirates.

The travelling variety show of Captain Festus McBoyle and his talented motley crew who are masters of music and mischief, had the children captivated.

The Rotary Club of Somerville were spotted selling burgers which some visitors described as the best in town!

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Mr Gallagher says there are no preliminary results from the trial, which starts next month.

“But our analysts anticipate a reduced response time to emergencies in South Auckland.”

The number of incidents handled by the Howick station has not increased, he says.

In July Mr Gallagher told the Times St John constantly monitored and reviewed incident locations and worked closely with the council to ensure safer communities, so that the organisation continued to meet demand as the region continued to grow.

Asked if there is any indication of increased demand from the rapidly developing BotanyFlat Bush areas, Mr Gallagher says St John has not seen an increase.

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three-month trial aimed at reducing St John’s response times has resulted in staff at the Botany Ambulance Station in Sir William Avenue, East Tamaki being transferred. But St John is yet to confirm a location for a temporary post.

St John Auckland District operations manager Doug Gallagher says the organisation is working through a number of options. Four staff members were based at Sir William Avenue, involving two working together on one ambulance for 12 hours every day.

“These staff will continue to crew their ambulance, however for the trial it will start and finish from Manukau Station and the East Tamaki area will be covered from the new temporary post, with the location yet to be confirmed.”

Last July Howick Local Board elected member Bob Wichman said lack of provision for a multi-use fire and ambulance emergency centre at the new Ormiston Town Centre left the whole community at risk because of the lack of emergency services. With rapid growth occurring and more forecast for the Botany/ Flat Bush area, the proximity of emergency services, he said, seemed to have been forgotten.

At the time Mr Gallagher said Botany/Flat Bush was covered by a patient-centred deployment plan which enabled ambulances to be dispatched and coordinated rather than waiting in stations.

Now the Botany station at Sir William Avenue is being transferred because St John says there are a lower number of incidents for East Tamaki.

This leaves the south-east covered by the station in How-

A couple who were Howick village retail stalwarts for close to 40 years are celebrating major milestones this year.

Margaret and Peter Campbell owned and operated Campbells toy shop for 34 years. It was first opened in Moore Street, then moved to Picton Street and was sold in 2006.

The business was well known and popular for toys and later crafts and souvenirs. The couple have been retired for 13 years.

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her 80th birthday on February 11 and the couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary next September.

A long-standing writing career continues for Mrs Campbell who has contributed articles and photographs to the Howick and Pakuranga Times.

In recent years she achieved a Diploma in Writing. She has written a number of books, her latest Uniting our Ancestors, and is just finishing a book about the couple’s overseas travel adventures.

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Prestigious Jag makes debut

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SLEEK CAR: Organiser of the Brit & Euro Car Show, Richard Waugh, right, shares admiring looks with Roger Munns who will enter his E-Type Jaguar in the show.

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ne of Roger Munns’ greatest thrills came 53 years ago when he was given the opportunity to drive Ray Archibald’s E-type Jaguar.

Next month, he is expecting the same type of thrill when he shows his E-type at the inaugural Auckland Classic Brit & Euro Car Show at Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga. He will also revel in the coincidence of his car showcasing the identical opalescent gun metal grey paintwork and red upholstery as the one he drove all those years before.

Mr Munns’ 1966 E-type Jaguar 4.2 Series 1 was imported by Mr Archibald who held the Jaguar agency in Christchurch. It was sold in 1967, did the car dealership circuit throughout New

Zealand and was bought by an Auckland man who owned it for 32 years. Mr Munns bought it from the man’s estate in 2006.

“It was complete and unmolested,” he says. “But it was quite dilapidated as it was used as a working car.”

Initially Mr Munns thought he would tidy the car up for his use.

But when he discussed it with a painter they decided the car needed an extensive ‘do-up’ job.

“I decided to pull it totally apart, down to its last nuts and bolts,” Mr Munns says. He rebuilt the motor and the paintwork and upholstery was upgraded true to its origin, down to the wire wheels sporting Pirelli radial tyres from Britain.

“I had always had a love of cars,” Mr Munns says. “In 1958 I had a Standard Eight and tink-

ered then.”

There were other cars between then and 1963 when he bought an MG which he raced and rallied in Christchurch.

When the time for marriage and setting up a home came around, “I had to part with it”.

But once his children grew up he tried to buy his MG back, only to discover it had been exported to Australia six months before.

But the appeal of the Jaguar stayed with him, along with the drive of Ray Archibald’s E-type 2.8 Series 1.

He is looking forward to lining up on show day with other professionally restored E-types.

More than 400 cars have been entered. A special gesture is being made by the neighbouring Howick Historical Village which will offer a special gold coin entry to

the village on the day instead of its regular entry fees. Combined with free entry to the car show, Mr Waugh says the day will be appealing and accessible to people of all ages, especially families.

“It will be very inclusive.”

■■ The Classic Brit & Euro Car Show will be held on March 6 at Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga.

Entry is free.

Car enthusiasts are urged to enter their cars quickly as a site plan will be drawn soon.

Entries can include famous classics, such as Mr Munns’ E-Type, to more modest, but interesting, old cars.

Car enthusiasts can register online at www.briteurocarshow. nz. Mr Waugh can be contacted by phoning 533-9400 (pvt), 2739044 (bus), or email rjw@ecw. org.nz.

Unsuspecting court evaders receive surprise from police

By Natalie Brittan

“We had a manager, two investigators and The launch of a new a youth aid officer police initiative at stationed at Ormiston the weekend saw an over the weekend to unsuspecting number support the frontline of people on bail and create some arrested by police emergency around for failure to appear locating people of Jared Pirrett before the courts. interest. Our two Counties Manukau East detectives located around Police crime prevention 10 people that we’d been manager, inspector Jared searching for and put them in Pirrett says the new weekend front of the court,” Mr Pirrett deployment plan at Ormiston says.

Police Station met with great It’s one way the police can success. help relieve the pressure on

the courts. “A lot of them were not expecting a knock on the door at the weekend. We want to hold offenders to account and the only way to do that is by putting them in front of a judge. It’s a message that says ‘if you evade the court system, we’ll come looking for you’.”

Another positive note has been burglaries across the district decreasing compared to the same period last year, Mr Pirrett says.

“We’re having a good start to the year but we need to keep the pressure up on offenders

and get help from public securing vehicles and homes.”

Mr Pirrett says there have been a number of cases where doors and windows have been left open due to the heat, providing easy target for opportunistic thieves.

Meanwhile, the opportunities have ended for a Highland Park man who was arrested on Friday for a string of crimes committed locally.

The 40-year-old appeared in the Manukau District Court yesterday facing three charges of receiving, four charges

Out with the old and in with the pre-loved Since opening its doors in July last year the Cancer Society’s Pre-loved Boutique has quickly become a favourite shopping destination for discerning bargain shoppers.

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pecialising in good quality pre-loved clothing, jewellery, homeware and collectables in a boutique environment, the store in Rices Mall, Howick prides itself on being a bit quirky while offering great customer service in a unique atmosphere.

Manager Kim says the response has exceeded all expectations.

“We are all so proud and love hearing from shoppers how much they like the store and, of course, all the great clothes!

“We would never have been able to make it a success without our wonderful team of dedicated volunteers who are all very passionate about making it a success and raising vital funds for such a great cause.”

Money raised from the store helps provide support and information for people with cancer and their families.

Kim goes on to say that it’s heartening to see that more and more people are choosing to recycle clothing.

“It’s really rewarding that in a consumer society like ours people are looking for alternatives to the higher priced chain stores.

“In fact, buying good quality pre-loved goods can offer a real saving for the average household budget. Statistics NZ figures tell us that an average household spends $1600 per year on clothing and footwear

which is phenomenal!”

On the flip side, it’s the perfect solution for helping people declutter and start new wardrobes afresh.

“What do you do with all items that you no longer need? Why donate them of course!” says Kim. “Take a look at your wardrobe and be honest, how many clothes crammed onto hangers have you actually worn in the last year?

“If you’re anything like me there are always a few items lurking that are the wrong fit, colour or simply out of season and

by donating you are passing on the love.”

Shoppers can also enjoy the benefits of the Pre-loved Club which offers loyal customers rewards for shopping as well as regular newsletters and updates via social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

If you want to shop, donate, volunteer or simply learn more Kim and the team would love to see you at the store in Rices Mall, Howick.

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of theft, as well as fraud, unlawfully taking a vehicle, being unlawfully in an enclosed yard and breaching bail.

Sergeant John Roberts of Counties Manukau East tactical crime unit says it was a strategic arrest.

“Traditionally small numbers of offenders are responsible for a large number of offences and their arrests tend to result in a significant effect on the amount of offences occurring.”

Police had been actively pursuing the man for about two weeks.

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Healthy start to the year

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t was great to see so many people at the Botany Summer BBQ this weekend.

My team and I had a fun time putting it on, and we enjoyed seeing so many happy kids and families at the event. It will be good to see more Botany locals and families at our next BBQ in February 2017.

I want to share some of the progress we are making in assisting families in the area of health. We all know when kids are healthy and active they are better equipped to succeed at school.

That’s why the Government is committed to giving children the best possible start in life.

Around 780,000 children under-13 are benefitting from free GP visits and prescriptions thanks to the $90 million invested over three years in Budget 2014.

Latest figures show the rates of children under-13 visiting their GP is 23 per cent higher when compared to the same quarter last year.

So far 99 per cent of GPs around New Zealand are offering free GP visits for under-13s.

With more children starting school for the first time this year, we’re already on track to exceed last year’s B4 School Checks numbers.

In 2014/15 the programme reached a record 92 per cent,

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that’s over 58,000 pre-schoolers across the country – the highest rate since the programme began back in 2008.

It’s been particularly encouraging to see an increase for Maori and Pacific four-yearolds with 87 per cent of Maori children and 88 per cent of Pacific children getting their B4 School Check last year.

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The health target is one of 22 initiatives which form part of the Childhood Obesity Plan.

There is a lot happening to help keep children healthy and fit for when they start school.

See you at our BBQ next year.

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In his shock, Mr Tantau gave the wrong street name and, as a result, no one came to the scene immediately.

The 39-year-old father of three then called his wife, Reena Datt, who came as soon as she could.

“My heart just dropped,” says Ms Datt. “You just think the worst things when you hear about people coming off bikes. It’s shocking. He’s walked away with minor injuries but what if it wasn’t? The motorbike can be replaced but not his life.”

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motorcyclist hit by a car early Friday morning has been left with a broken bike and badly injured ankle.

Lewis Tantau was travelling to work in Highbrook on Cryers Road around 5.45am when a car heading towards him turned right into Neales Road.

Mr Tantau says he was aware of the vehicle and was second judging himself as most motorcyle riders do.

“Next moment I knew the vehicle was still turning into the road and took me out. My leg got caught between the vehicle and my bike.”

The Mellons Bay resident described the impact to his right hand side as a “pretty loud thump”.

“It was a good hit. I was doing 50 km/h and to directly hit me on the side of my bike, I was quite lucky actually.”

The driver allegedly left the scene.

The lighting was poor in that area and it was still dark at that time of day so Mr Tantau could not describe the car except that it’s a sedan.

However, the damage on his motorbike left white paint.

Mr Tantau managed to get his red Hyosung sports motorcycle to the side of the road while he rang for help.

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“In the first year, $7000 was donated for patient monitors for the birthing and assessment unit, and last year an $8500 Clinitek device for analysing urine was donated to Kidz First Emergency Care.

“These are items our clinicians would love to have, but which sometimes the board just can’t afford,” Mr Kemeys says. “When Highbrook Rotary offered to partner with us so we could get some of the extras, we could not believe our luck.”

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uits and ties will be swapped for trainers and shorts as the corporate crowd come together for a fun event in their own backyard.

The Waipuna Conference Suites Highbrook Fun Run/ Walk will kick off at 5.20pm on Wednesday, February 24, at Highbrook Business Park.

The third annual charity event organised by Highbrook Rotary raises funds for the Middlemore Foundation and is open to all businesses, groups and individuals in the Highbrook and neighbouring areas.

ANZ Highbrook bank senior relationship manager Sarah Pattison will be taking part for the third time.

Mrs Pattison says although she’s not really a runner, she enjoys the social aspect.

“The whole team gets involved and it’s nice to be part of a team.”

Mrs Pattison says the health and charity elements add to the feel-good factor.

ANZ hosts a barbecue afterwards for clients, staff and other business contacts and it is also a chance to network.

Waipuna group sales and marketing director Daron Gray says the company has been supporting the event since the beginning and enters a team each year.

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dation is a really good organisation to sponsor and they don’t often get the opportunity to get this kind of publicity so I think it’s wonderful to be able to give back to the community within our area.”

Middlemore Foundation spokesperson David Kemeys says it’s a valuable contribu-

tion to Kidz First Children’s Hospital and a vote of confidence.

“We have also had patients in recovery and exercise programmes take part, and the encouragement they get from all involved, well, how do you put a value on that?”

Mr Kemeys says the

Goodman Property buys in GI Goodman (NZ), the manager of Goodman Property Trust (GMT), has bought a multitenanted industrial property in Glen Innes for $30.3 million.

GMT, which owns Highbrook Business Park, is New Zealand’s leading industrial and business space provider.

It has a substantial property portfolio

with a value of more than $2.1 billion that accommodates more than 250 customers.

The newly-acquired property, at 127-131 Pilkington Road, is adjacent to the eastern railway line in an area designated by Auckland Council for high density redevelopment. The 5.8 hectare site currently provides 20,400sqm of

functional warehouse and showroom space.

GMT chief executive officer John Dakin said it is a strategic acquisition in the heart of the Tamaki regeneration area. It is also positioned to benefit from the new AMETI transport initiative. “There is immediate opportunity to add value with longer term options provided.”

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News bites Drones still missing Police are still looking for a man after $30,000 worth of drones were stolen from an East Tamaki warehouse last November.

The theft occurred on November 27 at the Hobby Station warehouse on East Tamaki Road.

Sky-Hero brand commercial drones as well as a one-of-a-kind drone used for fishing were taken.

People with information can call sergeant John Roberts of Counties Manukau Police on 250-2809.

Pedestrian hit by car An elderly man was struck by a vehicle in Eastern Beach last Friday morning during peak traffic.

Police, fire and St John ambulance paramedics were called to Bucklands Beach Road at about 8.30am.

A 70-year-old man suffered moderate injuries and was taken to Middlemore Hospital. The female driver had minor injuries.

Police said the matter is under investigation.

Teens clash in Botany A fight broke out between two groups of teenagers at Botany Town Centre on Friday evening, leaving a trail of injuries.

As a result of the fight on the upper level car park near Farmers, four youths suffered injuries ranging from minor to as serious as a broken jaw. Police are following positive lines of inquiry including speaking to those involved and gathering CCTV footage.

A tale of two cities

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allant is not necessarily a word often used these days, but it is a good fit for Rebecca Roberts when describing the Chinese school students she has just spent a month teaching.

“If it was raining, the young men carried an umbrella for me, not something we generally see in our Kiwi kids,” she says.

The Howick College head of hospitality returned from a month in China just before Christmas where she engaged in conversational English lessons and promoted Howick College and New Zealand to junior students and 26 young people who will pursue their studies at Howick College in 2016.

She visited schools in Nanjing, a city of eight million people, and Nantong (five million) - two major cities on the east coast inland from Shanghai where Howick College has sister school relationships.

Ms Roberts says she was unprepared for the fact that Westerners were not prevalent on the city streets.

“I saw them taking selfies aimed at me, random photographs,” she says. “Everyone was so friendly, but I was an anomaly. They were so interested in New Zealand. When I showed them pictures of Howick’s main street with the blue sky and little traffic, there were

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gasps.”

With her command of the Chinese language extremely limited, Ms Roberts says she was fortunate to have three assistants to help with teaching, living arrangements and travel.

“I was so grateful to have them. It is an alien environment for a non-Chinese speaker, a mass of humanity and a full-on environment. Nothing, such as the signs and language used, is recognisable.”

Ms Robert’s job was to describe the experience of attending school at Howick College and living in New Zealand. The programme allowed the students to listen to native English compared with Chinese-spoken English. It was a chance for them to learn about

Howick College and New Zealand’s education system and the differences they would come up against. “They were amazed that we can drink water from the taps, that water is not endless and cheap so we have to limit showers, the different foods they were likely to come up against,” Ms Roberts says.

“I told them about how to get around Howick and the fact that there is no metro or trains or a bus every three minutes, and how to get involved in the school and community activities.”

Ms Roberts also spoke with parents of the students coming to Howick College next year who, she says, were incredibly brave.

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kids out of a structured and competitive environment to a country on the other side of the world where they have no control and don’t know the system.

“But we are giving them an entree to the world. Kids in China are the most hardworking, driven and focused.

They have long school days, with some starting at 7am and not getting home until 9pm, and then three to four hours homework.

They were innocent and unsophisticated, “but charmingly so,” she says. “They were not malicious or difficult. They could be cheeky, naughty and talkative, and they liked their video games. But they had an underlying innocence, they were charming kids.”

Having some education in New Zealand, she says, will give them a good foundation with the knowledge repeatable to be applied to their life situation. “And they will do it in a clean and fresh environment. The pollution in Nanjing was fairly grim. You could taste it and feel breathing it in. I didn’t see any stars there which makes you appreciate how lucky we are.

“They will get an opportunity in New Zealand to branch out and get a feel of their whole being, not just their education. It’s about being a good global citizen and we, in New Zealand, are good at that.”

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And since hosts Clive and Jenni Thomson took over nearly three years ago, the spark and good ol’ Irish luck seems to be rolling in by the barrelful.

Clive is an old hand when it comes to the hospitality industry and has perfected a winning formula that continues to serve the venue well.

A jovial atmosphere greets regulars every night of the week whether it’s the weekly pub quiz, live music Fridays, Sunday roasts or major sports events.

All the best and latest races, tournaments, matches and games play live on the big screen and the crowd goes simply wild, adding to the excitement and thrill of watching.

Known also for its epic Car & Bike Displays, this well-loved local haunt is as full of character as the oldest vintage ride there is around.

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In an attempt to share their rich and ancient culture, the Howick Local Board along with the Pakuranga Chinese Association and the Asian Council on Reducing Crime, have extended a warm welcome to every other community in the area to be a part of the Lunar New Year beach party on Saturday, February 20.

To be held at Cockle Bay from 7-9pm, the celebration on the beach is tipped to be a fun filled occasion packed with cultural performances, games and plenty to feast on. Entry is free.

The beach party is part of the Lantern festival that is celebrated on the 15th day of the first month in the lunar calendar, marking the last day of the lunar New Year celebration.

Interestingly, the Lantern festival is associated with Valentine’s Day in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Northern China.

“It was the only time when young girls stepped out of their homes to join in the festivities and got an opportunity to meet young men and talk to them,” says Te Wananga tutor Thomas Chan.

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Social activities. Join in the fun at the Selwyn Centre, 30 Cook St (All Saints Hall), Howick. We are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am-1.30pm, $3 for activities (including morning tea) and a further $6 for a lovely nutritious lunch. Wednesdays Upright and Active group starts 9am-9.45am and art group from 2pm-4pm. Contact Ann Morrison 021-055-9209.

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Morning tea. Black Pepper store, Pakuranga Plaza, Friday, February 26, 10am-2pm.

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Classy crafts market

Open on Saturday, March 5 and then every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. MarchOctober, 9am-1pm, inside All Saints Community Centre, 30 Cook St, Howick. Quality NZ-made crafts. For the few remaining tables, crafters can contact Ruth 535-7513.

Women’s fellowship

Dove Catholic Fellowship for women invite you to our next meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 7.30pm, St Anne’s Parish Hall, Manurewa. Guest Speaker: Theme – love and mercy. Come and share a cuppa, friendship and encouragement. All welcome. Phone Grace 577-3479.

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■■ Arwen Newband and Peter Watts programme of Schubert Sonatas is at 7pm on February 25 at All Saints Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. Entry is by donation.

Events to stimulate the senses There is plenty of variety for people of all ages in an exciting public arts, activities and entertainment programme being offered in Howick over the next month.

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well dressed: Bianca Brunschwiler (second from left) and friends dressed up for Waitangi Day in the UK. Photo supplied

Waitangi Day in London A group of us Kiwis attended the annual Waitangi pub crawl in London on Saturday, February 7.

It is a big event here - a day of drinking, dressing up and walking the streets of London.

There is always a great turnout of Kiwis and Londoners alike.

Even the police are on board as we have a good reputation of never tal that is only open at night, weekends and public holidays.

Obviously, day-time veterinary clinics are able to charge less for services and are better placed to help their regular bona fide clients with managing costs.

While we are unable to offer discounted services, we

giving them any trouble.

The pub crawl finishes off with a haka at the Old Palace Yard at around 4pm. It is truly a fun and friendly day out celebrating Waitangi Day. My friends and I dressed up as the NZ dance group featuring in the Justin Bieber music video Sorry.

Bianca Brunschwiler London (ex Howick) do have a range of finance options available and encourage any owners who have concerns about their pets’ treatment or costs to contact the clinic or their referring vet.

Dr Patrick Foley Managing director MAHVC

Nick Meyer’s light rail proposal for east Auckland (Times, January 28) is right on the mark and is definitely needed – and now, not in 30 years’ time.

East Auckland is a forgotten part of Auckland when it comes to transport. There are no motorways, busways or railways. Just congested arterial roads plagued with traffic lights.

With Auckland Transport now proposing light rail for Central Auckland instead of buses, the same should be applied to east Auckland rather than new busways.

Light rail is much more complementary to the urban environment and Mayor Len Brown and any forthcoming mayoral candidates should support and advocate for a light rail system for east Auckland.

The three main multi-lane arterial roads in east Auckland – Pakuranga Road, Ti Rakau Drive and Te Irirangi Drive - need to have two traffic lanes converted to light rail lines to operate a Botany loop line from Panmure to Manukau and a Howick branch line from Pakuranga.

Light rail can carry more people, more quickly, quietly and cleanly and is what South-East Auckland needs.

Isaac Broome Pukekohe

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Zoom in to ‘Howick Hilton’

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he finish line is in sight as there are just five new serviced apartments left in Howick’s premier retirement village.

Affectionately dubbed the “Howick Hilton”, the Bruce McLaren Retirement Village in Chapel Road has come a long way since the foundations were laid about three years ago.

What was once a construction site is now a thriving social hub with more than 400 residents and a host of facilities to sustain the dream lifestyle.

Now with just five serviced apartments left, the race is on for locals to stake a claim in this slice of paradise.

They consist of three onebedroom apartments and two studios featuring: • kitchenette with fridge and microwave

• ensuite bathroom • emergency call bell system • balcony or patio with garden access • parking if required • ceiling fan • drapes and carpet • built-in wardrobe • bathroom underfloor heating • wall heaters “Serviced apartments are great because they offer assisted living while still retaining your independence in your own apartment,” says sales advisor Catherine Booth.

“Residents have the option of tailoring the level of assistance they need so they have time to enjoy the better things in life.

However, people need to act now if they want to take advantage of the early bird special”, says Catherine.

Another bonus is the smooth, no-hassle transition.

“We’re probably the only ones in the real estate industry to offer such a flexible sale process. Buyers can move in after paying a deposit and have 90 days to settle, making it easier for them to sell their existing homes,” says Catherine.

To help new residents get settled, staff members offer a complimentary service to help with tasks such as furniture placement, decorations, and mounting television sets.

Once settled in, all residents have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the many facilities on offer including an indoor heated swimming pool, gym, bowling green, cinema, billiards room and library.

Surrounded by a peaceful suburban setting, the 3.5 hectare site houses extensive resthome, hospital and dementia care facilities which are designed to accommodate the changing needs of residents.

Green manicured spaces and lovely, light courtyards give residents a chance to sit and reflect, and there is something calming about the ‘mini-lake’ complete with fountain and waterfall which is also used for miniature boat sailing.

Chores are taken care of with regular garden maintenance, house-cleaning and fresh linen weekly, fresh towels daily and cooked meals. Daily morning and afternoon tea is also part of the service.

“It’s all stress-free, low-maintenance, and secure. What more could you ask for?” says Catherine.

In fact, most retirees who have pre-conceived notions of what life is like at Bruce McLaren are often pleasantly surprised when they experience the lifestyle for themselves.

“Our respite service is a great way of trying before you buy,” says Catherine.

“We had a lady whose family went overseas and didn’t want her to be alone, so she came in on respite care for a month.

“When her holiday drew to an end she didn’t want to leave! She’s now bought an apartment and is absolutely loving it.”

Developed by experienced provider Ryman Healthcare, the Bruce McLaren Retirement Village is setting a new record for luxury living in an idyllic setting.

To find out more about this perfect opportunity, contact sales advisor Catherine Booth on 09 535 0225 or see it for yourself at: Bruce McLaren Retirement Village 795 Chapel Rd, Howick www.brucemclarenvillage.co.nz

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Cinema spectacular O

ne of the world’s hottest bands, Imagine Dragons is coming to New Zealand cinemas for a special one-night only event.

Howick’s Monterey Cinemas is among those to screen the concert film Smoke + Mirrors Live on March 2.

Shot as part of the band’s current awardwinning tour, the set list features hits such as Demons, Bet My Life and the Grammy Awardwinning Radioactive from their platinum-selling debut album Night Visions.

The concert was captured in front of 15,000 fans in Toronto, Canada. The visually-stunning concert was directed by Dick Carruthers (Led Zeppelin, The Killers, Oasis, Beyonce) and is a one of a kind experience for Imagine Dragons fans.

The band says: “We put more blood sweat and lasers into planning the Smoke + Mirrors

Join us for some live music in the sun plus a programme for the whole family including story telling, art activities, large outdoor games and much more!

Visit www.uxbridge.org.nz for full details

tour than any performance we’ve given to date and it’s something we’ll always remember. The film captures that live energy in an incredibly immersive way. We can’t wait to show it to fans all over the world who either want to relove the experience we shared together or see it for the first time.”

■■ Smoke + Mirrors screens at 8pm on March 2 at Montery Cinemas, 4/2 Fencible Drive, Howick.

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The Times has two double passes to give away for the Imagine Dragons movie Smoke + Mirrors. To enter write your name and email address on the back of an envelope and send to Imagine Dragons Competition, Times Newspapers Limited, PO Box 259-243, Botany, Auckland 2163 or enter online at www.times.co.nz by 12 noon on February 25. A letter of confirmation will be emailed to winners on February 29 for presentation at the Monterey on March 2.

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Dad’s Army (PG) Thurs 10.00am, 12.00, 2.00, 4.00, 6.00, 7.50pm; Fri 10.20am, 12.20, 2.20, 4.20, 6.10pm; Sat 10.10am, 12.10, 2.10, 4.30, 6.10, 8.00pm; Sun 11.00am, 1.00, 3.00, 5.00pm; Mon/Tues 10.20am, 12.20, 2.20, 4.20, 6.10, 8.00pm; Wed HIGH TEA 11.00am, 1.10, 3.30, 5.30, 7.30pm.

The Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard platoon deal with a visiting female journalist and a German spy as World War II draws to its conclusion.

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DEADPOOL •(R16) thu-Fri 11:40, 2:20, 6:50, 9:15PM Sat-Sun 2:00, 6:00, 8:30PM Mon-Wed 11:40, 2:20, 6:50, 9:15PM DIRTY GRANDPA (R16) thu 8:50PM HOW TO BE SINGLE •(M) thu-Fri 10:20, 1:10, 3:50, 6:30, 9:00PM Sat-Sun 10:40, 1:10, 3:50, 6:20, 8:50PM Mon-tue 10:20, 1:10, 3:50, 6:30, 9:00PM Wed 1:10, 3:50, 6:30, 9:00PM STAR WARS 7: THE FORCE AWAKENS (M) thu-Fri 3:00PM Sat-Sun 11:00, 3:40PM Mon-Wed 3:00PM THE FIFTH WAVE (M) thu-Wed 3:30PM THE FINEST HOURS (PG) thu-Fri 1:30PM Sat-Sun 1:00PM Mon-Wed 1:30PM THE GOOD DINOSAUR (PG) Sat-Sun 1:40PM THE HATEFUL EIGHT (R18) thu-Fri 12:30PM Mon-Wed 12:30PM THE MERMAID (TBC) thu-Fri 12:50, 6:10, 8:30PM Sat-Sun 1:10, 6:10, 8:30PM Mon-Wed 12:50, 6:10, 8:30PM THE PEANUTS MOVIE (G) Sat-Sun 10:40aM THE REVENANT (R16) thu-Fri 3:30PM Sat-Sun 2:50PM Mon-Wed 3:30PM THREE WISE COUSINS (PG) thu-Fri 10:20, 4:50, 7:00PM Sat-Sun 4:50, 7:00PM Mon-Wed 10:20, 4:50, 7:00PM WIGGLE TOWN! (G) Sat-Sun 10:10aM ZOOLANDER 2 •(M) thu-Wed 10:15, 3:50, 6:10, 9:00PM

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Fun Activities, Pie Eating, Hay Bale Races, Pony Rides, Coconut Shy – plus much more.

Farm Animals, Market Stalls, Morris Dancers and ‘the Puppet Man’ to entertain.

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Carpets can make all the difference to a home, creating style and ambience.

And no one knows the wonders of a good carpet better than Factory Carpets and Vinyls in Panmure.

Furthermore, now is the time to invest in new carpets as the long-standing business has joined the Flooring Foundation network, New Zealand’s largest body of independent carpet retailers backed by leading brands, Godfrey Hirst and Feltex.

With eco-friendly, durable and luxurious options available at Factory Carpets and Vinyls, there is something for every style, budget and lifestyle.

For that reason, and because of the high standards delivered by Factory Carpets, astute property managers are regular customers.

They need carpet that is competitively priced, looks good, is durable and is laid in rental homes at exactly the right time.

In addition, Factory Carpets supplies an extensive range of short ends and end of roll remnants for hot prices.

Owners, Wendi and husband Colin – who hail from Howick – and partner Mike, have been in the business for more than a decade and with Colin and Mike’s expertise as carpet layers, the business has seen the benefit of their experience.

In fact, the carpet laying team has recently received prestigious national certifications and is at the top of its game.

Of course, Factory Carpets is also known for its ever-growing varieties of solution-dyed nylons which have proven quality.

Experienced team, Wendi and Colin.

The solution dyed polyesters feel soft and looks just like classic woollen carpets.

Wendi says the man-made fibre doesn’t fade and, like woollen carpets, is easy to clean and resists rotting caused by sunlight.

Call into Factory Carpets and Vinyls

for affordable flooring solutions to keep you and your visitors warm and snug this autumn.

Factory Carpets and Vinyls 103 Jellicoe Rd Panmure Ph 570-5009 www.factorycarpetsandvinyls.co.nz

No payments no interest for 17 months* Buying carpet can put extra strain on the finances but now there’s a great deal with Factory Carpets and Vinyls now accepting Q Cards for purchases.

With 17 months no payments and no interest*, Q Card customers have nothing to lose and everything to gain including a brand new carpet! *Seventeen months no payments and no interest (‘Payment Holiday’) is available on Q Card Flexi Payment Plans. Account fees may apply. A $45 Establishment Fee for new Q Cardholders and a $35 Advance Fee for existing Q Cardholders will apply. Q Card Standard Interest Rate applies to any outstanding balance at the end of the Payment Holiday. Q Card lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply.

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Revamp your dining room D

oes your dining room decor date back to the dark ages?

The outdated colours and accessories are no longer appealing or appetising?

You’ll be surprised how easy it is to breathe new life into this room.

Get out the brushes and rollers and give a boost to gloomy looking walls. Be daring and paint them a bright colour to liven up the decor.

Not sure which colour to choose?

Consult a professional decorator.

If walls are damaged, look into textured coatings. Besides giving a distinctive look to walls, they conceal small imperfections. Apply them with a plastic tool, which is easier to handle than a metal one.

If your dining room doesn’t have dimmers on the light fixtures, invest in some as soon as possible.

Go wild if you’d like an original light fixture. But be warned – call in a professional for any electrical work.

If the fabric seats of your chairs are damaged, buy some pretty fab-

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, February 18, 2016 — 21

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ric that is water and stain-resistant.

Using a screwdriver, a good pair of scissors and a stapler, you’ll be able to give new life to your entire dining room set.

Then the only question remaining will be who to invite to help inaugurate the revamped dining room.

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Elegant grey beauty for growing family Makeover projects can be a little stressful but when a Somerville couple decided to embark on revamping their home last year, they knew it was for the best.

A busy household with growing demands needs a kitchen to keep up the pace. Jag Kitchens was quick to act, creating a contemporary new space with looks to kill.

“It’s amazing. It really is perfect and there was no hassle involved. We couldn’t be happier,” says Clare.

Left, Liz Martin of Jag Kitchens with Clare Hendricks.

Times photo Wayne Martin

Jag Kitchens specialises in custom-designed kitchens and has its own manufacturing plant. The staff also use a stateof-the-art 3D computer design programme to show clients beforehand exactly how their new kitchen will look.

With two young boys to feed and a baby on the way, the Hendricks needed a kitchen that would fit around and enhance their family life.

When it came to dream kitchens, Clare always admired her mum’s black and white kitchen which had been installed with the help of designer Liz Martin from Jag Kitchens.

“My parents had their kitchen and laundry done by Jag and I remember being in awe of how good it looked.

“And it still looks brand new!”

So, when the time was right, Clare headed to the Jag Kitchens showroom in Botany’s Danske Mobler Centre to start the process with Liz.

The kitchen debuted last Christmas to a crowd of 18 and the Hendricks entertained without a hitch.

Even the boys, aged five and two, who were initially unsure about the kitchen, were pretty impressed with the new addition to their home.

Clare and Warren Hendricks had lived in their home for six years and whilst it was picture perfect, the living area, particularly the kitchen, had always been one of their bugbears.

“It was too old, too retro, and everything was falling to pieces,” says Clare.

to it,” says Clare.

Liz says it was a matter of making the most use of the space and blending it with the existing environment.

“We set out to create a spacious kitchen that flowed to the living room seamlessly.”

With some input from Clare’s mum and some inspiration borrowed from a neighbour’s kitchen, the new space is a sight to behold.

A thick bench top with a light grey marbled effect matched with textured, slate-toned cabinetry is the very epitome of

modern design.

Floating shelves displaying various ornaments and turquoise accents provide interest as do glossy white subway tiles functioning as a splashback.

An on-bench pantry for all the “baby stuff” ensures easy

access and a matte black sink adds extra pizzazz.

What’s more, the entire kitchen is functional as well as pleasing to the eye.

“I can pull everything out from the dishwasher now and it’s so convenient to put things away with all the drawers right next

Jag Kitchens has an excellent reputation for designing and building for all budgets and for providing an outstanding design service with sound advice.

Visit www.jagkitchens.co.nz for more information on a wide range of materials and design options or to see more kitchen examples.

Whether you are thinking of a major renovation or simply planning to replace an existing kitchen do contact Jag Kitchens. All designers have years of experience and are happy to discuss your kitchen project free of cost and obligation.

Inside Danske Mobler, 501 Ti Rakau Dr, Botany Town Centre.

Open 7 Days. Ph 271 3131. www.jagkitchens.co.nz SC3632-V3

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SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

Mission Heights Junior College

SITUATIONS VACANT

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KIWI KIDZ Before and After School Care Botany Downs Primary School

Principals’ Assistant, permanent full time

Applicants must have experience in general school administration. In addition to assisting the Principal and Associate Principal, responsibilities include support for the Finance Administrator and Board of Trustees secretarial duties. To commence 30th March 2016

Sports Assistant, fixed term, full time to end of term 4

FULL TIME PART TIME WAIT STAFF

With the growing sporting programme at MHJC, a full time assistant is required to assist with the administration and organisation of sport at the college. A willingness to assist with the management and coaching of key codes will be expected.

To commence 13th April 2016.

WANTED

To apply, bring your CV in to Glen at the Porterhouse Grill, 10 Aylesbury Str, Pakuranga Plaza

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Applications close on 29th February 2016

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We are seeking a person suitably qualified to support teachers to deliver the science curriculum. Start date: by negotiation.

The application form is available on the school website www.mhjc.school.nz under the icon, about us/employment and must be submitted digitally along with a CV and cover letter to plyness@mhjc.school.nz

CHILDCARE/HOMEHELP

Required for busy steakhouse in Pakuranga.

Science Technical Assistant, fixed term, 25 hours per week to end of term 4

IELTS TUTOR/LECTURER TEACHER AIDE

A fixed-term vacancy exists for a teacher aide to work 25 hours per week until the end of Term 1, 15 April 2016.

The position involves supporting students with emotional, behavioural or learning disabilities in mainstream and learner-support classes.

Application Guidelines and a Job Description are available by emailing Shelley Ross on sross@pakuranga.school.nz

Learning Assistant (Fixed Term) – Junior Campus

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An Independent Girls’ School Years 1-8

GLASSES, CONTACT LENSES, CUSTOMER SERVICES If these interest you, then you could be interested in the above full time position in our busy Pakuranga practice.

You would be involved in the sales of eyewear, assist clients with their visual needs, together with minor repairs and adjustment of glasses. Office, admin and other duties will also be involved.

Full training will be provided, with the opportunity to advance your career and qualify as an Optical Dispenser if applicable.

The successful applicant must be self motivated, have the desire to learn new skills, have excellent communication skills, willingness to multitask, be well presented and be able to do fine near work.

This is a full time position with late night and/or weekend hours involved.

For further details contact Alice on 576 4769 Please post CV to:

Please apply by sending your CV and a covering letter to Sue Rea at hr@saintkentigern.com Applications close on Monday 29 February 2016

School Caretaker and Gardener We have an opportunity for a versatile, self-motivated caretaker to join our friendly school. You will be required to undertake a range of maintenance tasks including caretaking of the school buildings, gardening and mowing.

You will need to have very high standards, be adaptable, relate well to people, have a positive manner and share our school passion for caring for the environment.

Hours of work are 7.30am – 2.30pm.

If you have the skills and attitude we are looking for please send your cover letter, CV and the names of three referees to principal@easttamaki.school.nz.

Applications close at 4pm on Wednesday 24 February 2016

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT We require an energetic and self motivated person to carry out staffroom and general administration duties: 10.00am - 2.30pm daily. Term Time only Must have computer and excellent communication skills.

Application form and full Job Description are available on our website: www.sanctamaria.school.nz Apply in writing enclosing application form and CV to: Business Manager PO Box 64 437 Botany Town Centre MANUKAU CITY or email: m.littlejohn@sanctamaria.school.nz Applications close: Friday, 26 February 2016

CLEANERS (residential) Part or full/time, must have DL and refs, excell team & rate email: thesparklingangels@gmail.com EXPERIENCED Electrician required. Pls call 09 274 6977 or email: pam@ arcrite.co.nz

Own transport.

Good wages.

Phone Wayne 0274 725 702

Night Care Giver

Must have at least 2 years NZ experience and be a caring, patient person.

Phone 532 9502 fenciblemanor2015@gmail.com CD239474

HEALTH & BEAUTY

MASSAGE Sports Massage

Unit 19, 325 Ti Rakau Dr, East Tamaki.

Ph: 273 5519 or 022 330 8633 Open 10am to 9.00pm CD205971 FOCUS ON FEET. Home visits. Professional Gentle Care. Marlena RN Ph 5331150 MASSAGE Sports, deep tissue, cellulite & relaxing massage. Mobile serv avail.

Ph Evgeniya 022 431 4020 or 021 062 2231

PIANO GUITAR VOICE DRUM TEACHERS REQUIRED URGENTLY

If you have a knowledge of Music, a pleasant personality and would like to work from home or school, please contact us now for further information.

Phone 0800-696-874 www.modernmusic.co.nz NZ Modern School of Music

STUDENT SERVICES RECEPTIONIST

Required for 27.5 hours per week during the school terms. The ability to interact with teenagers is important. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook is required. Also, knowledge of a school SMS and first aid would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team. * Applications close Friday 19 February 2016.

CV’s to: Business Manager Botany Downs Secondary College a.seekup@bdsc.school.nz

NIGHT BAKER REQUIRED

We require an experienced Baker to join our busy bakery.

Hours of work are: Saturday 10pm–8am Sunday 10pm–8am Monday 10pm–8am Tuesday 10pm–8am Wednesday 10pm-8am You must be: a) RELIABLE and have some experience with Scratch Baking b) Can work unsupervised c) Have a good understanding of written and verbal English d) Excellent presentation and enjoy working in a busy environment.

HOWICK BAPTIST HOSPITAL

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

Written Applications ONLY to: Customer Service Pak’n Save Glen Innes 182 Apirana Ave, Glen Innes. ** Applications close 21st February 2016.

CD239664

Howick Baptist Healthcare is a well respected aged care provider.

We are working towards becoming an Eden Alternative facility.

We are looking for someone who enjoys the company of older people and who will make our hospital community as much like a home as possible.

The role is to provide an Activities Programme, with an increased ‘Eden’ emphasis, on Activities geared to promoting resident participation with the daily care of plants, animals as well as interaction with visiting children.

Opportunity to gain NZQA Qualification.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9.00am to 3.00pm Flexibility with days and times may be required Initial applications by phone to Howick Baptist Healthcare 139 Union Road Ph: 09 538 0800 ext 0 between 9.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday

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CD239594

For more information on Saint Kentigern Girls’ School see www.saintkentigern.com

EAST TAMAKI SCHOOL

Finance and Administration Manager

Heritage Construction specialises in Commercial and Residential construction and is based in the South East Auckland area.

We currently have a vacancy for a full time Finance/ Administration Manager to join our small but friendly team.

This sole charge role reports to the MD. Duties would include; Assisting with Year End Reporting and Audit Requirements Job Costing Administration Month End Procedures and Management Reporting Liaising with our External Accountants Reconciling and Analysing Company Expenses Bank Reconciliations Debtors, Creditors GST, FBT, PAYE Returns Payroll Competent in Excel General Ledger Reconciliations General Office Administration The successful candidate must have excellent organisation and management skills.

This is a unique opportunity to join a great company. The role offers autonomy, responsibility and the chance to really add value. If you enjoy a hands on environment and have the relevant skills and experience then this is definitely something you should consider. Immediate start preferable but not essential.

Please send a letter of application and a current CV to: janine@heritageconstruction.co.nz

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BRICKLAYERS/ LABOURERS WANTED

CD239485

Saint Kentigern Girls’ School is an Independent Primary School which occupies an attractive site in Remuera and has excellent facilities.

We are seeking a Personal Assistant to our School Principal and Admissions Administrator. It is a full-time position, including school holidays.

As well as supporting the Principal, the role includes overseeing enrolments for the school.

Previous experience with enrolments and database management will be an advantage.

Your multitude of skills and experience will include: • Efficient and effective organisational skills • The ability to prioritise multiple tasks • High level of competency with Microsoft Office • A strong customer service orientation • Superior interpersonal and communication skills • An eye for detail The successful applicant will have a warm, engaging manner and enjoy working with girls and their families. An understanding of and commitment to the special character of the school is essential.

CD239644

CD227604

CD239696

PRINCIPAL’S PA/ ADMISSIONS

Elderly Assist Ltd, assists our clients to move home by downsizing, decluttering, packing and moving them.

We are seeking downsizing and decluttering assistants to work part time with our large team.

Please view our website and send your CV to recruitment@elderlyassist.co.nz

Required for busy marina based yard at Pine Harbour.

Great variety of work.

Phone Brian 027 220 7188

CD238798

CD239717

Term 2 – Term 4, 2016, 17.5 hours per week-Term time only Applications are invited from mature, empathetic and innovative people. Previous experience working alongside students with learning challenges would be an advantage.

Applicants for all positions must actively support our school’s unique Christian character.

To request an application pack, please email Raewyn.Openshaw@elim.school.nz

RECEPTION/SALES/TRAINEE OPTICAL ASSISTANT

L

CD239659

8.30am – 3.30pm Monday - Friday (32.5 hours per week)-Term time only A new position has become available within our Senior Campus administration team. Ideally, you will have previous experience within a busy school office. We are looking for an accurate, astute, multi-skilled person who has a proven track record working with both people and systems. You will need to be empathetic, have great initiative, sound I.T knowledge and strong data management skills. A current first aid certificate is essential.

CD239586

Applications close on Thursday, 25 February Phone: 5347159 www.pakuranga.school.nz

Administration Vacancy – Senior Campus

Applications close: Friday 4th March 2016

• For two school aged boys 5yrs and 8yrs • Split shift, 7-10am and 3-6pm Mon-Fri (30hrs) • Must be available to increase hours to cover school holiday periods • Must have experience in tutoring children with learning disabilities • Must have a full drivers licence • Must be fluent in English, verbal and written We are looking for someone to take full care of our children before and after school. Transport too and from school, form relationships with their teachers, one on one tutoring of homework, preparing meals, packing school lunches, organising and transporting to and from afterschool activities.

Please email your interests to: marty.tracey@vodafone.co.nz Applications close Thursday 25th February

CD239688

PAKURANGA COLLEGE

CD239545

At least 2 years IELTS teaching experience.

Must be an English native speaker friendly, professional, supportive, dynamic and with great academic performance.

Part-time position with full-time potential situated in Highland Park Point-of-contact for all cv’s and cover letters to info@seenet.co.nz

BOAT BUILDER

CD235430

We are seeking an efficient, organised person with experience in the management of school accounts, payroll (Novopay) and annual budgets. To commence 16th March 2016.

MECHANIC Must be NZ qualified with clean full drivers licence and WOF licence.

You will have a good manner and deal well with customers.

To apply please phone Brad 534 9526 or 0275 550 335

CD239582

GARDENER wntd. 2 hrs pw. Easy maintenance gardening. Ph 535 2126 or 021 027 21351

Finance Administrator, permanent part time 25 hours per week

Do you want a career within the Air Conditioning Industry with a very successful commercial family owned Air Conditioning Company?

We have vacancies in our maintenance and installation Department.

You must have: • Mechanical aptitude • Have good English written and oral skills • A background in a Trade or Air Conditioning would be an advantage • Applicants may be subject to police check • Have initiative be able to work on your own • Drivers licence Apply to office@tophalfair.co.nz with CV and references

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD237862

Hours of work 7:30-8:30am and/or 3:00-5:00pm.

Ph Winnie Rughunanan 272-9961 or 021-112-3749

Air Conditioning Vacancies

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD234750

Casual and Permanent Staff Required

Mission Heights Junior College (Year 7-10) has 4 positions available

www.times.co.nz/classifieds

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz/classifieds

SITUATIONS VACANT

TUITION

Please email name, address and contact phone numbers to: papers@times.co.nz In the SUBJECT line, please include the RUN#

PR239704

FROM $300 / school year Howick School of Music Enrol Sat 30 January 9am-1pm Howick Intermediate Email: music@hsm.co.nz www.hsm.co.nz

CD238554

Oral Hygiene

Ph 537 4641

CD232945

17C Aberfeldy Ave, Highland Park

Maurice Williamson MP Pakuranga

Electorate Office

120 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

KIDS KARATE

Kids afternoons Adults evenings Contact Hiroshi 534 1776 (h) 021 060 6006 (m)

MATHS PHYSICS Calculus Stats Chem. Tutor NCEA/ Camb. Ph 250 4422 or 021 107 2851 MUSIC tuition, flute, piano, theory. Qual and exper’d tutor, Ph Lynda 577 4361, 027 8740679 or email: lynda@flutesalive.co.nz

Maths, Stats, Calculus,

(above Barfoot & Thompson and next to Valentine’s)

Physics & Science

Hours: Weekdays from 9.00am-3.00pm

Neil 535 4833 - 027 5354909

Email: pakurangamp@xtra.co.nz

Exper’d Private Tutor 1-1 NCEA & Cambridge See website for details

www.bluehf.co.nz

K54119

Business Opportunities

Ph: (09) 535-8275 l M:(021)558-557 l E:highlandcentre@xtra.co.nz

To whom it may concern Re: Café / Coffee Shop Opportunity Do you have a dream of opening or reopening your very own café/coffee shop?

In July this year we are expecting to complete our renovations and building of new shops and offices.

If you have the drive, enthusiasm, knowledge and experience in the hospitality industry, I would like to meet with you and show you this opportunity. You may have a unique interesting idea for a café / coffee shop or have a proven formula for this site. You may have what you think is a crazy idea, well I want to hear about it.

Please telephone me on 021 558 557 to make an appointment to meet up.

Free pick-up/delivery Satisfaction guaranteed

Ph: 532 8385

CD225179

NCEA Cambridge All levels one-one at your place Exper’d & dedicated tutor Ph: 537 0996 021 734 870

$105 FITTED Ph 265 2941

Special Conditions Apply

PROFESSIONAL TUITION

PAKURANGA & HOWICK Success begins today Professional after-school tutoring with qualified teachers Science Biology Get Ready for School (preschool) Physics Little Learners (year 1) Chemistry NCEA/Cambridge Spelling Essay Writing Reading Study Skills ESOL Intelligence English Development Mathematics Pre-School to University Call now for your FREE ASSESSMENT

Pakuranga 576-9069 Howick 534-1619

Von Trapp Music Academy

Experts in Piano Tuition and Music Theory.

Individual tuition for all ages and levels from highly qualified and experienced Teachers.

For further enquiries contact Joanne 021 026 40567 vontrappmusicacademy@ gmail.com www.vontrappmusicacademy. co.nz

Bell Road, Beachlands

For more information and current rental listings visit:

OPEN HOMES Text 021120 7370 to confirm Sat 2 - 2.30 l Sun 2 to 2.30

www.eliteproperty.co.nz or call 09 535 0911

WE BUY FURNITURE IN GOOD CONDITION Single items & Houselots Deceased estates Going overseas Don’t have a garage sale, ring us first.

Ph: 0800 677 467 Ph: 576 1507 WANTED to buy gold silver damaged & unwanted jewellery. We pay cash for old gold & silver items. Highland Park Jewellers. Shop, 1 Highland Park Shopping Center Ph 537-5656

FOR SALE FIREWOOD, Ti Tree, Hot mix, Phone Darryl Green Earths 273 9520

SECOND HAND SHOP

We sell furniture, household goods, quality used clothing, etc.

We accept donations of good furniture, clothing etc.

9 Ben Lomond Cres, Pakuranga Ph 576-1507 Open 6 days Come and be surprised

CD165333

TRACY OLIVER Property Manager & Letting Agent

FOR SALE $865,000

Contact Ginny 021120 7370 - 09 536 5504

Trade Me Link: http://www.trademe.co.nz/property/residential -property-for-sale/auction-1023668985.htm

Tracy has been managing properties since 2012 and is a dedicated and compassionate member of the Ray White team. Tracy has a unique personality and is easy to deal with, she gives 100% commitment to her clients to assist them in the growth of their investment. tracy.oliver@raywhite.com DDI: 538 1237 MOB: 021 422 177 20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre

Ray White Real Estate Mountfort Estate Agents Ltd (REAA2008)

TO LET

CD213158

R

MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD Licensed (REAA 2008) PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS Email: rentals.howick.nz@raywhite.com Internet: www.rwhowick.co.nz

HOWICK OFFICE

12 Uxbridge Road, Howick - Ph 538 0680 Robyn Campbell & Melissa Parry DDI: 538 1227 or 021 350 878 robyn.campbell@raywhite.com Sally Morrison DDI: 538 0685 or 027 305 7582 sally.morrison@raywhite.com

COCKLE BAY – MELLONS BAY - HOWICK 1 Bed furnished Judkins Cr $420 incl p&w Sally WHITFORD 3 bed Exec Wades Rd $1200 Sally FLATBUSH 4 Bed Lane Cameron Pl $615 Robyn/Melissa

CD239045

WANTED TO BUY

TO LET

The friendly team specialising in home rentals and property management.

FOR SALE

LESSONS FROM $18 Private, professional,affordable.

Competitions, practical and theory exams.

We have teachers in your area. (Est 63 yrs)

0800 696 874

HIGHLAND Park 4brms on top of the hill. Excellent condition. $660pw. Pls contact Steven Leong 021 611 688 Ponsonby Real Estate

HOUSES FOR SALE

PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS

NZ Modern School of Music www.modernmusic.co.nz

TO LET

FLATBUSH OFFICE

Shop 25, 123 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction Cathy Huang DDI: 538 1288 or 021 883 600 Amny Lam DDI: 538 1287 or 021 108 6663

cathy.huang@raywhite.com amny.lam@raywhite.com

HOWICK - NORTHPARK - SOMERVILLE 3 Bed Bradbury Rd $450 Cathy/Amny PAKURANGA - HIGHLAND PARK- SUNNYHILLS 1 Bed Dale Cres $350 incl pw/wt Cathy/Amny 2 Bed Pakuranga Rd $420 Amny/Cathy 2 Bed Udys Rd $430 Cathy/Amny 2 Bed Megan Ave $430 Cathy/Amny 2 Bed Glenmore Rd $430 Amny/Cathy 3 Bed Casuarina Rd $500 Cathy/Amny 3 Bed De Quincey Tce $530 Cathy/Amny 3 Bed Cascades Rd $530 Cathy/Amny BOTANY - DANNEMORA - FLAT BUSH - MISSION HEIGHTS 2 Bed Ballindrait Dr $375 Cathy/Amny 4 Bed Flat Bush School Rd $620 Cathy/Amny 4 Bed Flat Bush School Rd $630 Cathy/Amny 5 Bed Plantation Rd $760 Cathy/Amny BUCKLANDS BEACH - HALF MOON BAY - EASTERN BEACH 2 Bed Wells Rd $390 Amny/Cathy 2 Bed Galsworthy Pl $500 Amny/Cathy 3 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $530 Cathy/Amny 3 Bed Wycherley Dr $550 Cathy/Amny 3 Bed Vanbrugh Pl $590 Cathy/Amny AUCKLAND CENTRAL 1 Bed Apt St Paul St $370 Amny/Cathy

LANDLORDS -

BOTANY OFFICE

20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre Tracy Oliver DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177

tracy.oliver@raywhite.com

BOTANY DOWNS - FLAT BUSH – DANNEMORA – EAST TAMAKI 3 Bed Kirikiri Lane $550 Tracy 5 Bed Brooke Ridge $920 Tracy AUCKLAND CITY 1 Bed apt Queen St $350 Tracy CLARKS BEACH 4 Bed +1 Clarks Beach Rd $720 Tracy OTAHUHU 3 Bed Chelsea Ave $530 Tracy

HALF MOON BAY OFFICE

Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Lloyd Reardon DDI 26 99 61 Mob 021 887 lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com HOWICK - COCKLE BAY 4 Bed Ellesmere Cres

$620

Lloyd

PAKURANGA OFFICE 102 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

Matt Balme DDI: 538 0682 or 021 538 595 Michelle Balme DDI: 538 0683 or 021 467 043 Kyla Houltham DDI: 09 212 5729 or 021 409 293

matt.balme@raywhite.com michelle.balme@raywhite.com kyla.houltham@raywhite.com

PAKURANGA - HIGHLAND PARK - FARM COVE - SUNNYHILLS 3 Bed Stanniland St $470 Matt 3 Bed Angelo Ave $480 Kyla 4 Bed Lexington Dr $550 Kyla 4 Bed Millen Ave $650 Matt HOWICK - MELLONS BAY 3 Bed O’Halloran Rd $585 Matt 4 Bed Pounamu Pl $730 Michelle HALF MOON BAY - EASTERN BEACH - BUCKLANDS BEACH 1 Bed The Parade $370 Kyla 3 Bed Raddock Pl $500 Matt 5 Bed Devon Rd $800 Matt MT WELLINGTON - PANMURE 2 Bed Longford St $450 Michelle 3 Bed Ireland Rd $540 Michelle GOLFLANDS 3 Bed Golflands Dr $615 Michelle OTAHUHU 1 Bed Golf Ave $270 Matt

We offer two services:

A free find a tenant service or a full comprehensive property management service at a competitive rate. Rental Lists are available at Botany Town Centre,Bucklands Beach, Howick, Dannemora, Half Moon Bay and Pakuranga offices

Ray White

MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD Licensed (REAA 2008) PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS

CD227945

Regards Bruce Waller Property Manager Highland Park Shopping Centre www.highlandparkshoppingcentre.co.nz

Drums Guitar Bass Guitar Piano Keyboard Clarinet Saxophone Ph: 021 879 870

CD202016

3rd February 2016

HAYNE’S GLASS

PAKURANGA dble furn room, flatmate $170pw, boarder $250pw incls freeview,wtr, pwr, internet.

Ph/txt 027 6568998

Since 2000

$25(conditions Per Basket apply)

CD47031

572 0000

email: music@hsm.co.nz Checkout our website www.hsm.co.nz Join Howick Youth Orchestra

CD45807

For help with any constituent related matters please contact my electorate office

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet + MORE! Scholarship for Viola or Double Bass, Saturday Lessons available for most instruments ENROL Saturday 30th Jan 9am-1pm Howick Intermediate Classes begin Saturday 6th February

CD238554

Claire Lonie

HOWICK Flatmate wtd, lge luxurious house $350 incl pwr/wtr ph 021 243 8468

CD180708

Bad breath, Bleeding gums, and Receding gums mean you need to see the Dental Hygienist

CAT DOORS

CD239651

50 years of Excellence in Music Education

Oral Hygiene is essential to your general well being.

Professional Ironing

CD238844

Celebrating 50 years of Excellence in Music Education

HIGHLAND PARK DENTAL CENTRE

Music Lessons

PHYSICS, MATHS SCIENCE TUITION

CD238684

PROFESSIONALS

DRUM & GUITAR LESSONS

PETS

CD143001

PAKURANGA RUN# 3a: Pakuranga Rd (part of) and Latham Ave

ENGLISH/Maths/ Science(NCEA/Cambridge) Qualified exp tutors/teachers. Essay writing/editing. 535-0523

HOME HELP OFFERED

K6D084

Required to deliver the Howick and Pakuranga Times in the following areas:

ACCOMMODATION OFFERED

TUITION

K54091

RELIABLE DELIVERY STAFF

DRUM tuition, beg-adv.

Prof tutor Ph: 535-8170

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, February 18, 2016 — 23

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CLASSIFIEDS

24 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, February 18, 2016

BUILDERS

CATERING

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

ADDITIONS, alterations, bathrooms, decks, etc. all types of work. over 40 yrs exp. Registered Certified Builder Ph Ken 534-1214

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

ALTERATIONS & Additions. Ring Colin Edmonds, Registered Builder. 5345721, 0274-951-685

CD206513

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

3.

4.

CD130002

Office: 09 527 6360 Dave: 021 836 360

Free Quotes

Over 17 years service

CD185360

535 6950 021 0333 149

Repairs to: Fisher & Paykel European & Italian appliances • Stoves & Rangehoods • Waste disposals • Dishwashers • Laundry • Fridge & Freezer seals only

K75008

PARMCO

MARKS

BUILDER avail additions, renovations, all types of building. Competitive price.

Licenced Builder Alan 021548-131

DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd Old School Builder

APPLIANCES APPLIANCE REPAIRS

All Interior Renova ons Bathrooms Kitchens Doors Plasterbd lining Repairs and Maintenance Co-ordinate SubContractors Available

021 764797 or 532 8930

DECKS

PRODECK

www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz

Your local owner/operated Co 34 Years experience

272 9988 or 021 976 455, 1 Moy Place, Botany www.appliancerepair.co.nz

K55011

CD177619

DRAFTING & DESIGN

DRAFTING, Licenced designer & carpenter. All facets of residential wrk. Addition & alteration specialist.

Ph Richard 273 8876 or 027 288 7808

CD185364

RESIDENTIAL scaffolding for hire. Ring lock scaff.

Fast, quick & rel. Free quote. 022 015 8935

CARPENTERS MAINTENANCE & Building repairs. Small jobs, qualified Ph 576 7841 or 021 1481076

CARPET CARE

ELECTRICAL

ALADDIN

ALL your concrete requirements, drives, patios, small/ lge slabs, plain, coloured, imprinted. Ph Vince for a free quote 021 415 436

SPECIALIST CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Carpet Cleaning Stain Removal Upholstery Cleaning FREE Sanitising and stain removal with each carpet clean 537 4320 - 021 366 615 www.aladdincarpetcleaning.co.nz

Carey

CONCRETE

Driveways/Floors Parking areas Exposed Aggregate All earthworks Retaining & more

CARPET CLEANING

Ph: 533 0136 or 021 370 307

CONCRETE

Floors, drives, paths Small job enquiries welcome Castle Concrete Ph 534-5177 0274-768-924

CONCRETE LAYER Driveways, Paths, House Floors etc, Exposed Agg, Oxide, Aciding etc. 20 yrs exp Ph Dean 027 4533059 FREE quote on all concreting. Call Tony 021 518901

CARPET LAYING CARPETLAYER Cheap carpet, supply/lay Restretching/repairs Ph 0800555410†www.nocowboys.co.nz/ carpet CARPET Laying & repairs, no job too small Ph Brian 0274-966094/534-1302

CARPET CARE CARPET Cleaning 3 brm house guar’teed best price Ph Grant 533 0522, 0211 576 963 S&D Carpet Cleaning. New truckmount, $80 for 2brm.

Ph Jacky 021 08751028

ELECTRICIAN Reg. hard working & reliable, value for dollars, all work undertaken. Satisfaction guar Ph 534-8889 ELECTRICIAN, registered, available for all installations & repairs. Prompt reliable service. Mark 021 959 439 or 534 4401 ELECTRICIAN Registered Electrical, Smartvent & Alarms. Ph Mark 027 495 4219, a/h 534 3227 NZ REG, Commercial / Domestic. All Electrical Work.

Free Quotes. Call free 0800 22 3330 or 0220 635 830

DRAINLAYING The

DRAINSLAYER For all drainage work.

Free Quotes.

Ph: 527 1209 or 027 2265321

www.drainslayer.co.nz

NZ REGISTERED Electrician 20 yrs exp. Great rates, Gold Card discount. Local family business. Reliable, friendly, no job too small!

Leaves no mess; EFTPOS avail. Call Anthony 534 0275 or 021 02246711 SB Electrical NZ Reg Electrician. Reasonable rates.

All electrical work. Nick 021 058 9561, 5340450

ELECTRICAL

Garden Design

Terry’s

Âť Consultations Âť Advice Âť Garden makeovers Âť Planting plans Âť Edibles a specialty

Karen 021 865 590

LANDSCAPES Ph: 535 9155 thebehersings@xtra.co.nz

LEES CARPETS

GARDENER LANDSCAPER Gardens designed,

Specials, Free Quotes Professional Layers Showroom

49D Springs Rd, East Tamaki Ph 273 8899

constructed & maintained, lawns mown, pruning & Arbourcultural work undertaken, waste removed.

Irrigation Systems design and installed, all aspects of landscape maintenance undertaken.

Qualified Horticulturist Ph 535-4471 021-257-6898

Polyurethaning and all aspects of floor preparation of old and new floors, workmanship with pride & quality.

Ph Brendon (0274) 505-328 or Kent (0274) 532-439

FLOORING GUYS Uplift & prep for Tiles, Vinyl & Carpet. Refs avail. Ph Bobby 021 02924836.

VINYL LAYER 25 yrs exp.

Karl 027 2481167 or 576 7936 a/h VINYL LAYING, supply, prep & install. No job too big or small Ph Brendan 021-996-898, 537-8402ah

ACCESS Garage Doors.

Sales, service, repairs, tilts, rollers, springs, motors, remotes. Phone Jonathon 0800 204 333 GARAGE doors supply & repairs. Ph Amnon (021) 399616 or Jack (022) 4248805 or 268-2383a/h no extra charge Sundays

A STOVE PROBLEM? NZ Reg Electrician

Specialising in stove repairs

Ph Alan 0274-516-454 a/h 576-6756 East City Stove Repairs

BONNEY ELECTRICAL Registered Electrician Residential & Commercial Phone: 021 298 5633 or Email: matthew@ bonneyelectrical.co.nz

ELECTRICIAN NZ registered, very reasonable rates. All electrical services.

027 296 1520

021 43 43 23 537 1904 all hrs

ABOUT Fencing 2000

No job too small. Repairs, Fencing, Pool Fencing.

Free Quotes.

L1C020

BRUCIE’S LAWNMOWING. Free quotes. Phone now on 537 3470 or 021 026 21890

LAWNMOWING, Howick/ Pknga/Botany and areas, call Ryan 02102899650 LAWNS PLUS, For a top quality professional service & free quote Ph/txt Mike 0220936020

LOCKSMITHS

CD177471

broken windows glazing mirrors cat doors balustrades showers splashbacks Ph 265 2941 38 Trugood Dr, Burswood www.haynesglass.co.nz

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

HOWICK HOME DECORATORS Int/ext painting Waterproofing of exterior walls Free Quotes

Garden Care

Ph 537 1362 021 158 3260 howickdecor@hotmail.com

Garden Maintenance

GCB020

A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

021 212 5459 533 1071

HANDYMEN

A.J. CONTRACTOR

All fencing, decks, retaining walls, landscaping & more Competitive pricing Free Quotes

ANDREW 021 324 994 or 213 2880. Lawns, garden maint, tree felling/trimming, Free quotes.

HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

Hedge & Shrub Trimming

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

AAA LAWNMOWING quality job. Bargain price, free quote. Phone Russ 021 2299155

0800 245 625 HAYNES GLASS

GARDEN CARE

Weed Removal

FENCING & TRELLIS

LAWNCARE

0800 24 LOCK

GLASS & GLAZING

FURNITURE SHIFTERS

Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow

GREENMAN LAWN & GARDEN TREES. Free quotes. Friendly service. Ph 534 2053 or 021 570 409

GARAGE DOORS

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Phone: Murray 534-7361, 292-8930 0274-767-746

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For more information: Studio: 10/115 Elliot Street, Howick Email: info@redstudio.co.nz www.redstudio.co.nz or follow us on Facebook and Instagram

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To advertise your Church Services in this feature next week phone Classifieds on 271-8055 or email tanyac@times.co.nz

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Pakuranga Baptist Church

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BIBLE SEMINAR SERIES You are invited to a seminar series starting this Sunday evening, February 21, 2016, at 7pm, on

“THE BOOK OF THE PROPHET MICAH” To be held at The Pakuranga Christadelphian Hall, 51 Dale Crescent, Pakuranga This week is an Introduction to the Book, and will be an Overview of what Micah prophecied.

He prophecied to “all ye peoples”, Israel, false prophets, teachers (priests), to name just a few. We will discover how relevant the book is to our own day.

The goal is to help you understand the Bible as a message from God.

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ALL WELCOME Light refreshments will be served No Collection

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All Blacks for Halbergs I LET’S DANCE: Red Dance Studio’s Rebels onstage at the Showcase National Competition in the Gold Coast. Gemma Whitford-Joynt is in the centre. Photo supplied

Trouping the colour

By RUMER-GRACE ARCHER Howick hip hop crews are painting the town red with their new dance moves.

Red Dance Studio’s four troupes are in the limelight after attending their first international dance competition in Australia in January. At the Showcase National Competition in the Gold Coast, the four crews Rebels, Revolution, Risk, and Relentless took to the stage after weeks of intense training and preparation with their new choreographer Shyvon Campbell from The Palace Dance Studio. Competing against 25 other crews senior’s Relentless took sixth place, a proud achievement for 16-yearold member Emma Flack.

“We were quite happy with that because it was out of 25 other crews so we were proud of ourselves with all the training we did as well,” she said. The Howick College student, who has been dancing since the age of five, said it

was an exciting experience to compete outside of New Zealand.

“It was really fun to go with the four crews but it was quite scary not knowing who we were going up against.”

Junior crew Rebels, which 10-year-old Gemma WhitfordJoynt is a member of, fought off nerves to take fifth place along while Revolution also placed fifth. Risk missed out on a placing but earned a gold award. Competing for the first time internationally was a big step for the girls who usually dance in smaller local competitions. Working with Shyvon Campbell, who dances in Paris Goebel’s crew ReQuest and who features in Justin Bieber’s infamous music video “Sorry”, was a “crazy” experience. “She choreographs them herself and man, the first time we saw them it was incredible,” Emma said.

Red Studio’s managing director Kiri Whitford-Joynt was amazed by the girls’ work ethic and commitment.

t’s my guess the All Blacks World Cup triumph will secure them both the supreme and team prizes at tonight’s Halberg Awards in Auckland.

But there are some absolutely brilliant contenders, most notably sensational rowers Hamish Bond and Eric Murray, sailors Peter Burling and Blair Tuke and, for the individual award, golfer Lydia Ko, cricketer Kane Williamson, kayaker Lisa Carrington, rugby star Dan Carter and cyclist Linda Villumsen.

All but Williamson are world champions and he was ranked the world’s best test batsman before Australian captain Steve Smith climbed back to the top.

Although they lost the Rugby Championship to Australia, the All Blacks scored an emphatic win against them at Eden Park before climaxing a great World Cup by beating them in the final at Twickenham.

Carter was named International Rugby Player of the Year for his outstanding performance in the playoffs although NZ Rugby Player winner Ma’a Nonu was far more consistent throughout the season.

In defending their world crown in London upon securing it in Auckland in 2011, the All Blacks became the first team to do so and also the first to win three titles, having claimed the first in 1987.

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Although having to fight hard to overcome the Springboks 20-18 in the semi-final, they played some magnificent rugby, most notably in their quarterfinal thrashing of France when they surpassed 60 points.

Few would bet against Steve Hansen being named Halberg Coach of the Year.

The delightful Lydia Ko once again remains a major contender, especially in a year when, at 18, she became the youngest woman in world golf to win a major.

Supremely gifted and blessed with an amazing temperament, she has a delightful personality that endears her to everyone.

That is also true of kayaker Lisa Carrington who continues to dominate her sport and remains a favourite to defend her Olympic gold at Rio. With Peter Burling and Blair Tuke having secured a fourth world 49er title in Florida, few can now dispute Grant Dalton’s decision to promote Burling as skipper of Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup challenge ahead of Dean Barker.

The popular Barker has his supporters, but nothing like the winning record of Burling, whose combination with Tuke includes an incredible 24 regattas since scoring a 2012 London Olympic Games silver medal behind Australians Nathan Outteridge and Iain Jensen.

Agnew’s Angle While the Aussies were top dog then, the worm has turned dramatically with the Kiwis winning their latest world crown by a massive 43 points in coping with a wide range of conditions.

Outstanding as Burling and Tuke’s record is, they still have a long way to go to emulate champion rowers Bond and Murray who have maintained their unbeaten streak since the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Meanwhile full marks to Australia for bouncing back from their ODI series defeat to decisively beat the Black Caps in the first test at the Basin Reserve.

While New Zealand fans had cause to be distraught at umpire Richard Illingworth’s blunder in calling a no ball against Doug Bracewell which castled Adam Voges stumps early in his innings, there can be no doubt the better team won.

Sure Voges did go on to score a demoralising 239, but few could argue against an Aussie win by an innings and 52 runs. Clearly the better team won.

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Premiers make history The Howick Premier Women’s team made history for the Howick Softball Club over Waitangi Weekend.

Competing in the Doreen Hutchings Annual Tournament, hosted by the Marist Softball Club at Simson Park, the premier women’s team went through undefeated to make their first ever final.

In the decider against Mt Albert Ramblers, Howick went down 3-2, a disappointing end for the team.

Howick player Marissa Berkes earned the Most Valuable Player award for the tournament.

The premier men’s team, who also competed on Waitangi Weekend at Simson Park, did not have as much success in the Brother Patrick Tournament.

Younger players Harrison Valk, Seth Gibson and Huw Davies all stepped up for the opportunity to play in the team as well as U19 pitcher Brodie Boyce from Counties.

With top pitcher Campbell Gibson still trying to find his form after coming back to play after Christmas, the team is still finding their feet.

Coaches Fred Craigie and Wayne Whittle have said there will be some time needed to ensure the team reach their full potential.

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he Temperzone Junior Black Sox named a 17-man squad this month, featuring two Howick boys.

Harrison Valk, 16, and Daniel Chapman, 18, will travel with the team to Michigan, USA in July to compete in the Under 19 Men’s World Championships.

Both Valk and Chapman represented the Auckland U19 team that won the Under 19 National Championships at Rosedale Park in January.

Valk currently plays for the Howick Softball Club with the Howick U17 boy’s team, the premier reserves and premier men’s teams.

The 16-year-old also attended the Under 17 Nationals in Christchurch with the Auckland U17 Boys team where he was named one of the top three batters along with Howick boys Huw Davies and Seth Gibson, who was also a member of the Auckland U19

AT THE TOP: Harrison Valk batting for Botany Downs Secondary School last Photo supplied year.

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Chapman, a former Pakuranga College student, was named top pitcher of the Under 19 National Championships and was named in the Under 19 tournament team.

The Junior Black Sox will start the year with a series of

events, including a four-day buildup tour of Ashland, Ohio in early July, where they will play several games before the World Championships later that month.

Head coach Thomas Makea says he is pleased with the team’s performance so far.

“Team players have been in good shape throughout the national age grade representative tournaments; furthermore, they have stepped up and out performed in some of the country’s top men’s club tournaments.

“As a team, we need to be ready for whatever is thrown at us. We are expecting another strong showing from current world champions Argentina and also hosts USA, who has seven returning from their last campaign,” Makea says.

The Softball New Zealand president Lyn Lockhard proudly announces the Temperzone New Zealand Junior Black Sox team: Daniel Chapman, Joseph Kohlhase, Jarome McKenzie, Jordan Tahana, Harrison Valk, Callum Bishop, Bailey Hamilton, Reilly Makea, Jackson Watt, Adom Woon, Jacob Zurcher, Kaleb Rona, Zachary Boyd, Alex Lundon, Samuel Marley, Dante Matakatea, Jayden Stratford.

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