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NCEA Level 1: Will our schools dump it or not?

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While most principals of local schools agree that the current assessment for the first level of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) adds to high levels of anxiety and stress for students and teachers, there are some school heads keen to entirely scrap the level 1 exams.

Another group of principals

prefer a status quo, while others want to increase the number of assessments.

“It’s very uncertain and a bit unsettling,” says Iva Ropati, principal of Howick College. He has just returned from Wellington where a group of principals took strong objection to not being consulted in the NCEA Level 1 review process undertaken by the Ministry of Education.

“We suddenly don’t know what NCEA Level 1 will look

“We suddenly don’t know what NCEA Level 1 will look like,” Iva Ropati, Principal Howick College.

like and are having conversations about the future. But it is also very exciting as there is a possibility of something good coming out of it,” he says, focusing on the positive.

However in the wake of Macleans College dumping

Level 1 and more colleges following suit, Mr Ropati says he won’t be making any drastic decisions. “We won’t be jumping into it so quickly but will be reviewing our junior college curriculum.

There will be no big changes

but we will be exploring the possibility of a rich, relevant, meaningful and specialised curriculum for Years 9 and 10 so that there is a smooth transition. Right now we are considering different approaches to delivering an integrated cross-curriculum.”

He says that the biggest barrier is over-assessment of young people who are under a lot of pressure. “It is undoubtedly heavy and burdensome on the teaching

staff with so many assessments. The relentless assessment is linked to negative student wellbeing. Teachers and students are being overworked and driven to the ground,” he says.

Mr Ropati believes learning shouldn’t be driven by assessment alone but should be “rich and deep” so that it can help young people to apply the knowledge they have learnt for life. ➤ Turn to Page 3

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“They are taking over the reins from the clever and dedicated Emma Smith from Times Newspapers,” said Bo. “This year the parade is not coinciding with the Howick Club Christmas event, or the Auckland Santa Parade.” Bo is forecasting the biggest spectator numbers yet at the parade.

In 1953, the first Santa Parade saw Santa walking down from the top of Stockade Hill with one bucket full of Macintosh lollies, nothing really compared to the 200kg that will be given out this year to the excited community and kids.

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“We are excited to share already that there will be clowns, magicians, ride-on ponies, balloon makers, food demonstrations, Little Miss Howick, fashion shows, Point to Pub Run, Santa VIP Party, a sports give-it-a-go area, Sunday Santa Markets plus much, much more,” said Bo. “We have more than 60 floats and the best characters involved in the Santa Parade

to date. ”We are also very excited to announce that the Howick Santa Parade will be live-streamed and we have a dedicated group going around to all the rest homes, local hospitals and less able units/ homes to organise that they can watch the parade from the comfort of their own homes.

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Let’s set those traps All students and their parents are invited to an evening to learn why and how you can be pest trapping in your backyards! An urban environment is an important habitat for birds, insects and reptiles.

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Is NCEA Level 1 going or not? ➤➤From page 1 “Right now we will maintain a status quo till the consultation process ends and wait for the feedback from other principals, teachers, students and the review team. We have to move away from one size fits all and that is probably the biggest challenge,” he says.

make any changes to the NCEA Level 1 as it’s officially the first step on the ladder of success—teenagers at that stage of social development need to strive to achieve. It’s a critical plank,” he says.

“While over-assessment is a problem, we have to find a way to assess smarter by looking at a bigger piece

“We will be teaching 21st century life skills like resilience at College,” Michael Williams, Principal Pakuranga College.

Pakuranga College principal Michael Williams says that while some schools have announced too quickly that they are not doing NCEA Level 1 at all, and some are working towards it, Pakuranga College is focussing on how to integrate the curriculum, learning habits of 21st century skills that include communication skills, how to analyse, organise, problem solving skills, goal setting and working together as a team.

“As a school we are not going to

of work - looking for overlaps in the curriculum.”

Mr Williams, the president of the Secondary Principals Association of New Zealand, acknowledges that the world is a lot more stressful than it used to be and that the college will make a conscious effort to teach skills like resilience.

“At one time we took it for granted that students learnt to be resilient along the way but now we will be teaching problem-solving skills and resilience. Resilience is stress with

“Students will begin working towards NCEA Level 2 over two years instead of focussing on NCEA Level 1 for a year,” Diana Patience, Principal Ormiston Senior College.

support. Taking away exams will not make life less stressful.” he says.

“Currently a big, wide-reaching review by the Minister of Education, Chris Hipkins, is being held.

From the principals’ perspective, the earlier review was poorly managed. There are some disgruntled principals but Mr Hipkins responded well at a recent national summit attended by 150 principals who will be putting in their submissions.

“The Minister, as well as the Secretary of Education, and other officials were there, and they were all listening and collating information.

The Minister has extended the consultation timeframe from September to later and a new professional advisory group with a good representation from principals is going to be set up,” he says.

Diana Patience, principal of Ormiston Senior College, says Ormiston Senior College will be doing things differently with its Year 11 students next year.

“The Board and Senior Leadership Team are pleased to announce a new approach to NCEA in the first year of senior college.

“Students will begin working towards NCEA Level 2 over two years instead of focussing on NCEA Level 1 for a year and then Level 2 the second year.”

“Schools are becoming more aware of the adverse effect of continual assessment on adolescent mental health. At present, the stress and pressure do not abate for the final three years of schooling.

By taking two years to gain NCEA Level 2, assessments will not be so frequent nor the time-frames so

pressured.”

However she says that assessments will not disappear.

“Students in Year 11 next year will have the opportunity to achieve some credits towards Level 1 or 2. Assessment will be linked specifically to attaining numeracy and literacy standards and working towards some Level 2 standards.

This will have a knock-on effect of also making Year 12 less pressured.”

■■ A public consultation includes four `Make Your Mark’ competitions challenging students to share their vision of what education might look like in the future with grants, scholarships and prizes up for grabs.

■■ The idea proposed is to scrap external exams leaving only internally-assessed literacy and numeracy tests and a project chosen by each student.

■■ It proposes requiring 20 out of 80 credits in each of NCEA Levels 2 and 3 to come from a pathway course such as a trade’s course, a research project or a community action project.

Auckland University bioengineers create virtual 3D heart A team at the University of Auckland’s Bioengineering Institute headed by a local senior research fellow have created a virtual 3D heart that could have a major impact on treatment of the most common heart rhythm disturbance, atrial fibrillation (AF).

Dr Jichao Zhao, of Highland Park, and his international team have developed a very “intelligent” machine-learning algorithm, alias AtriaNet, that can simultaneously utilise local and global information of wholebody MRI scans to accurately reconstruct and visualise atrial geometry in 3D. AtriaNet was developed using 154 three

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dimensional, contrast-enhanced MRI, (the largest dataset of its kind in the world), to separate atrial chambers from the rest of human body. AtriaNet can be run on a personal computer and produce a 3D virtual heart within one minute from any new patient MRI with a high accuracy of 94 per cent. “This advanced machine learning algorithm is way faster and more accurate than any other approaches,” says Dr Zhao. “It will help doctors to pinpoint precise locations of diseased tissue in the upper chambers (atria) of the heart by creating a 3D virtual heart within a minute. “Current clinical treatment is unsatisfactory

mainly due to a lack of understanding of the human atrial tissue which directly sustains AF,” says Dr Zhao. “This is a very important step towards much improved clinical diagnosis, patient stratification and clinical guidance during ablation treatment for patients with AF.” Atrial Fibrillation, leading to an irregular and rapid heart rate, is the most common sustained heart rhythm disturbance. At present, 25 per cent of the New Zealand population aged 40 and above will experience AF in their lifetime. “With AF, our heart can not beat in a regular, effective fashion. Instead, it

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Akarana Timbers and associated companies and colleagues raised more than $13,900 which was matched by parent company United Industries (UIL) for a total $27,818.56.

The amount was bolstered by other contributions amounting to more than $7100.

A number of staff members stepped forward to have their heads shaved for the cause.

Today at 11am the company will hand over a cheque to Cancer Society team at UIL office.

Ben Hammond, Group Health and Safety manager at UIL, said the funds raised will boost the Cancer Society’s work that is helping to lift the cancer survival rate for Kiwis.

“The group has companies of various sizes from Whangarei all the way to Cromwell,” said Hammond.

“Across the country we had over 30 staff shaving their heads with 10 here at Akarana. Our UIL receptionist Leah did a skydive, a cancer society fundraising promotion called Jump for Cancer.

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Designation approved for next stage of AMETI Eastern Busway

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aster, safer and more reliable public transport for east Aucklanders is a step closer today.

Designation has been approved for the next stage of AMETI Eastern Busway between Panmure and Pakuranga, which means the land required for the project has the approvals to proceed.

The announcement comes after more than three years of detailed public consultation and a Notice of Requirement process that culminated in a hearing late last year.

Mayor Phil Goff says the AMETI Eastern Busway will bring high frequency public transport to the fast-growing region of east Auckland.

He says it will also offer significantly improved facilities for motorists and safer, faster connections for cyclists.

“New dedicated busways and cycleways will vastly improve travel times in the area, unlocking housing development opportunities in Panmure and beyond, and giving the local economy a serious boost,” he says.

“AMETI is a priority project that will better connect one of Auckland’s fastest growing areas with our transport network in which we are investing $28 billion over the coming 10 years.”

In June, Auckland Council approved the resource consent and recommended approval of the Notice of Requirement for the Pan-

mure to Pakuranga stage of the project.

The Panmure to Pakuranga stage of the $1.4 billion AMETI Eastern Busway project will begin later this year and involves construction of a dedicated, congestion free busway along Lagoon Drive and Pakuranga Road.

There will be new cycling and walking connections, improvements to major intersections, urban design and landscaping enhancements, a new bridge across Tamaki River and the creation of a new memorial park and improved public spaces.

Duncan Humphrey, AT programme director for AMETI Eastern Busway says this announcement gives certainty about what the future of transport looks like for east Auckland.

“This means that the residents, property owners, business owners and community organisations know what will be happening in their area and they can plan for their futures with certainty about the transport options they will have,” he says.

The project is separated into various stages, including Panmure to Pakuranga, Pakuranga to Botany, Pakuranga Town Centre and Reeves Road Flyover and a new interchange at Botany Town Centre.

Construction work on the next stage between Panmure and Pakuranga will start later

this year.

Public consultation is currently underway for the Pakuranga to Botany stage.

This stage includes the continuation of the busway along the centre of Ti Rakau Drive, development of a flyover to provide better travel options for motorists between Pakuranga Road and Pakuranga Highway, cycling and walking networks, a new station in Pakuranga Town Centre and a future interchange near Botany Town Centre.

AMETI Eastern busway will be completed by 2026.

For more information on AMETI Eastern Busway go to at.govt.nz/ameti

New dedicated busways and cycleways will vastly improve travel times in the area.

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Community food pantry set up in Howick An open street food pantry has popped up in Howick. The pantry can be found on the corner of Whitford Road and Union Road. The community is encouraged to take what they need and share what they can. Over the last week everything from fresh fruit and tinned goods to hygiene products have been donated to the pantry.

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Laura, who is up front from the very start, with high energy, cheek and vocal strength, leads and celebrates her band – gives them licence to shine.

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Today’s modern living often entails hours of driving and hunching over workstations, which can play havoc with our necks.

Other common reasons people will consult with a chiropractor include whiplash, RSI (repetitive strain injuries) or overuse, degeneration and wear and tear, and postural problems, also headaches and migraines.

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It can result from abnormalities in the soft tissues – muscles, ligaments, and nerves, as well as in the bone and the joints of the spine.

The most common causes that chiropractors identify and manage are soft tissue abnormalities from injury or prolonged wear and tear and in many people it is also the source of pain in the upper back, shoulders and arms.

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I will also be out and about in Pakuranga speaking to our local business owners to hear what they have to say.

We’re doing the work now because we don’t want to be like the current Government who did nothing in opposition and have now set up more than 160 reviews and working groups costing $170 million to figure out what to do. That uncertainty is what’s behind plummeting business confidence and we’ll learn from their mistakes.

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he Hunua Ranges will shortly get another dosing of 1080 to combat possums, rats and stoats.

Auckland Council’s second planned aerial pest control operation in the Hunuas and surrounding land will get underway in the coming weeks.

The operation will take place across the Hunua Ranges, Waharau and Whakatiwai regional

parks; Department of Conservation (DoC) administered lands, including Mataitai Conservation Area, and some adjoining private land.

Council said in a media release the programme is focussed on protecting the significant Hunua forest and its native species, including the threatened kokako, from pests like possums, rats and stoats.

The process will begin with a non-toxic pre-feed of cereal baits over the 23,000 hectare operational area. This will be followed soon afterwards by the application of baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). To manage such a large area and protect water supply reservoirs, the operational area will be treated in two separate blocks for the toxic bait application.

Ladies just wanna have fun!

By Farida Master There was a sea of red hats of all shapes, sizes and designs at Howick Club on Friday afternoon.

The ladies in red hats and purple attire with lots of bling and feathers, merrily sang, danced, showed off their talent and had a lot of fun at the Talent Quest hosted by the Red Hat Society.

Organised by Queen Christine from the Precious Pukekos of Howick and Queen Wikibeek from the Crimson Kiwis from Thames, Red Hatters from 17 chapters all over New Zealand attended the event.

Ladies get ready to misbehave, the co-host told a gathering of more than 150 women who cheered the performances

More than 150 Red Hatters had a jolly good time at a Talent Quest hosted at Howick Club on Friday.

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that included, Botany Babes are Dreaming, Such Fun with Precious Pukekoes and Harry and the Boy by Vintage Violets.

The Red Hat Society is an international social organisation founded in the US for women over 50 to reconnect with old friends or make new ones - but is now open to women of all

ages.

The idea behind it is to greet middle age with style and humour.

“Our motto is `Adventure before Dementia’ and today we’ve had ladies come from as far away as Tauranga to Te Awamutu and New Plymouth,” says Queen Christine.

Women spend most of their lives devoted to their families, careers and community and being a Red Hatter provides an opportunity to connect to women and have a good time, she says.

“The hat changes us,” said Queen Wikibeek. “You discover in yourself an image you have never seen before. It brings out different dimensions in our personality, but it also flattens our hair.”

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Judi Cranston is coming to the Howick library, 25 Uxbridge Road, on Thursday September 20. Judi Cranston is a music edu-

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Messy Magpies

Messy Magpies meet every two weeks at Howick Sea Scouts Hall, 10 Gibraltar Road. The unstructured and exploratory play session for young children will be held on Friday September 14 at a cost of $20 for an hour of interactive experimentation.

Howick Combined Probus Club The Howick Combined Probus Club meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 10am in the Howick Bowling Club Pavilion, Selwyn Rd. Interesting speakers and wonderful trips each month.

Come along. New members and visitors always made very welcome at our friendly club. Call Liz 273-2933.

Howick Philatelic Society The Stamp Club is holding its next meeting Thursday 7.30pm September 20 at St.Andrews

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The topic is Health Messages on stamps. There are swap boxes and the club has a monthly one page competition. New members are most welcome. Supper is served. Contact David 534-5656.

The Garage Op Shop

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60s & Up will have their next meeting on Tuesday September 11 at 9.30am at Te Tuhi Arts Centre with speaker Marie Hunt from Communicare. Phone Bonnie for more details 273-7538.

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Farm Cove Intermediate performed waiata (song) at a powhiri (welcoming ceremony), opening the Koanga Spring Festival 2018.

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The koha received goes back into the community supporting Owairoa ‘Garden of Memories’ and Matariki Marae.

Koanga means spring time and the festival truly celebrated the turn of seasons with a range of captivating Maori cultural performances.

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constantly moan about rubbish dumped when they won’t do anything about it when told.

Hopefully we won’t lose this service altogether when council deem it to messy. What is the point of notifying council of things when they do nothing? Also had a blocked drain that flooded (last) Wednesday. Called council, nothing happened. We cleared our neighbours Arthur Moore tree branches ourselves.

Pakuranga All this has left a bad taste as I pay my new increased rates today.

I notice that any letters that I send to the NZ Herald that may be deemed critical of Maori or Mayor Goff are not printed.

Is this merely a coincidence or is this the policy of the paper and do other people have the same thing happen to them or is the Herald curtailing free speech to print only that which is acceptable to them?

Where’s the council?

Our area is due for an inorganic collection this Friday.

We got a pamphlet in the letterbox a week beforehand advising what can go out and what cant, advising no more than one trailer load, and on your own property.

On Sunday, a household put out a large pile, much more than one trailer load, on the grass verge. Several houses over the next few days followed suit.

There is now a mattress across the footpath that has been there since (last) Tuesday as are several other rubbish piles. We have had scavengers in our street all week.

I have contacted council twice as, firstly, the pavement is blocked and you can’t even walk on the verge making it necessary to walk on the road.

These are all against the rules on the leaflet. Many people have obeyed the rules. Why can some get away with it? This is obviously in the too-hard-dont-care basket and we hope the collectors will take it and not leave it.

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Daniel Close, 22, will wear the uniform of the 3rd Auckland Regiment which has its roots in the Fencible units of Howick.

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I’m a resident of Pakuranga and I am to be part of a march down the South Island and have started train-

ing. I am a collector of First and Second World War equipment and am also part of a reenactment group in Auckland.

The March starts on January 4 and lasts one week.

Those of us from Auckland will be taking the train down to Wellington on the night of January 3-4.

I’m presently teaching swimming while finishing my degree in Defence Studies at Massey University in Albany.

As well as conducting school visits I have also done numerous displays with various collecting groups in Auckland and did a week-long display centered around Dunkirk when the Christopher Nolan film was released last year (an article was run at the time).

I passionately believe that while we must all look to the future, that doesn’t mean we should forget our past. It still has a lot to teach us.

I will be in the uniform of the 3rd Auckland Regiment which has its roots in the Fencible units of Howick for the duration of the March.

Below is an explanation of the march: A walk for charity to raise funds for people suffering Post Traumatic Stress Injury; a large number of those going have PTSI, wanting to help those worse off than themselves.

In 1919-1922 New Zealand troops returned home from WWI. Most were able to reintegrate into society, but some were so traumatised that they found themselves unable to return to normal society, living a transient life.

They felt abandoned, hopeless,

useless and segregated from their fellow countrymen.

In the 1920s, suicide rates spiked amongst these veterans. One hundred years later we know this as Post Traumatic Stress Injury [aka PTSD].

In January a group of 32 men and women, some serving, others exservices and a few with PTSI, will travel in period uniform on foot or on horseback 111km through the remote Rainbow Station in New Zealand. Our aim is to bring awareness of this condition, dispel the myths and to raise funds to support those facing hardships due to PTSI. Funds will go to help them afford therapy and in worst cases to be rehomed.

We aim to film and produce a book of this journey. A letter of support from the Royal New Zealand Returned and Services Association, along with interest from the NZDF, underscores the seriousness of the plight of veterans, victims and survivors today - not only in the armed services, but also in civilian emergency services and of survivors of abuse, disaster and rape.

As we face the centenary of the WWI troops’ return, we will raise awareness of the ‘lost heroes’ from both WWI and WWII, as well as Korea, Malaya, Vietnam and current conflicts from all countries involved and to send a message that those who suffer the condition of PTSI are not abandoned, forgotten or alone and that we do remember them.

Our motto is “They will not walk alone.” We are also raising funds for the journey ahead and looking

for sponsors for uniforms. Surplus funds will go to the New Zealand Mounted Rifles Charitable Trust.

These excess funds will be made available to assist families and individuals experiencing PSTI hardships.

They are too valuable to lose. Lest We Forget.

Funds cover fuel for six vehicles driven from Picton to Hamner Springs via Rainbow Rd, relocation of horse floats from Rainbow Road to Hamner Springs via state highway, Hamner Springs Camp for 40 people, food and medical supplies for six transitory camps along the rainbow road for said group, two camp cooks and two medics.

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What appalling arrogance

It is with great dismay and disbelief that the two local candidates fora which were recently held showed the extreme discourtesy of some of the candidates (who had put up their hands to be in the running) not showing up to attend.

If some of the candidates cannot bother to show up and put their personal lives aside, what are they doing wanting to stand as a Howick Ward councillor?

They are supposed to engage with the community and represent it but it seems that some of them do not consider this to be their brief.

Needless to say, they should not be getting any support from the ward and they certainly are not getting my vote.

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Dear Mayor; I read today that we, rural lifestylers in Whitford, are about to get hit with another tax (or ‘charge’ if you prefer).

We are to be taxed a nonbusiness and water quality targeted rate based upon our CV and which your council has conveniently recently increased. We have seen no discussion of this and noone we know has been consulted; just like the fuel tax you imposed recently. This is another tax without reference to the people of the wider Auckland.

As lifestylers, we have our own water and water purification system which we pay for and maintain ourselves. If we run out of water during the summer months we have to pay for water deliveries. The recent fuel tax hike has just increased tanker deliveries radial miles.

Similarly our sewerage system is self-contained, paid for and maintained by ourselves.

Every 5 to 7 years the sludge tank needs emptying which we pay for. The recent fuel tax hike has just increased tanker deliveries radial miles.

In charging us for a nonbusiness and water quality targeted rate I am assuming we get something for our money?

When the sceptic tank needs emptying or we run out of water is all we need do now call the council? Maybe you

Four members from the Rainbow Ringers of Howick attended the 18th International Handbell Symposium earlier this month.

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Howick Rainbow Ringers make most of symposium The Howick Rainbow Ringers got to show off their skills at an international symposium earlier this month.

In early August, four members of the Rainbow Ringers attended the 18th International Handbell Symposium held in Cairns, Australia At the close of the symposium, alongside 300 ringers from around the world, the east Auckland

ringers took part in a public concert at the Cairns Convention Centre.

One of the members, Barbara Gauld, says the symposium was a joyous and educational experience for all those who attended.

“Our ringers came back inspired and full of enthusiasm and new techniques to use with our Rainbow Ringers,” she says.

can clarify this? Fairness in our book is paying for what you use and not asking someone to pay for something they don’t.

Please don’t try to even sell the beach clean-up programme to us. The sixth member of our family is our dog who is not welcome to run on Auckland beaches or reserves so any family tie spent with her is very much out of town, burning hydrocarbons and fuel tax to get there.

We choose our lifestyle way of life as it lets us grow our own vegetables, raise our own meat, chickens, eggs and lets our children grow up in touch with nature. You cannot judge everyone as needing and requiring the same. We are all different and it is one of those things that made New Zealand great. Please remember Kiwis are not a one size fits all.

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eptember is NZ Theatre Month when both professional and community theatres up and down the country celebrate New Zealand playwrights.

Howick Little Theatre is no exception, with “Matthew, Mark, Luke and Joanne” opening this week.

The play was written by Christchurch playwright Carl Nixon, whose previous plays include “The Raft”, “The Birthday Boy” and “Two Fish ‘n’ a Scoop” have all been successes for the HLT over the past decade.

Cath Love’s Howick Mural, 2018, installation view

Building connections EAST, our current exhibition, features the work of three artists and focuses on building connections between urban contemporary artists within Asia Pacific and Aotearoa.

Urban contemporary art is defined as art making that exists in both indoor and outdoor spaces with these spaces informing each other.

Rather than encouraging anti-social vandalism, urban contemporary artists work toward a collaborative and considered approach – creating works that go between gallery and street and provoke thought in both.

With EAST, MSG worked with Aotearoa Urban Arts Trust in creating this exhibition to explore how urban contemporary art could be considered in a suburban landscape, especially a suburban landscape that has a high population of young people, eager to see new ideas and international trends.

This is an art movement that speaks to the energy and fluidity of youth and draws out expression of ideas in innovative formats. We see these aims as having significance in our area and important to explore.

EAST also aimed to connect us with artists in Asia and see the similarities our urban contemporary artists have to those around Asia Pacific. This connection came through Cath Love who travelled from Hong Kong and stayed with us for two weeks. Cath

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was born in Bangkok to Swiss and Thai parents and grew up in Hong Kong. Her diverse background mirrors many of those who live in Howick and she noticed similarities between her heritage and those who she met while here. She used these observations to create a poignant and witty mural that will become part of the UXBRIDGE landscape following the exhibition.

Oscar Low, aka Ross Liew created an installation for the exhibition based around research from a recent residency in Kuala Lumpur. He used three months in Malaysia to explore his heritage, considering the impact his family’s past has had on his ideas of culture growing up in New Zealand.

The colour palette Oscar utilized in EAST is drawn from the cultural vernacular of Malaysia, in particular the way in which houses are painted with vibrant, two-toned palettes.

Elliot Francis Stewart lived in Howick for much of his childhood. For EAST, Elliot painted childhood landmarks, thinking about personal sites of significance around this area. Visitors will be particularly taken with the bold and commanding illustration of Star of the Sea. This was an important building that resonated for Elliot and he has captured its architecture in stunning detail.

EAST runs until the end of September.

The catchy title plays on the Gospel writers and follows the adventures of Matthew, a trendy advertising executive who’s just had a revelation in the organic aisle of his supermarket.

One that will change his life and the lives of those close to him. But what if they think he has gone mad?

Pakuranga local Ian Milnes, the director of the play, says “It’s not for me to try and tell the audience what to think about this play or what message you should take away after it has ended. Everyone will have a different opinion

– and that’s exactly how it should be.”

Playwright Carl Nixon will be joining the audience on the opening night of the play and hosting a Q&A after the performance.

The season runs from 8-29 September with matinees on 9 and 16 September. Bookings on iTicket.

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Celebrating Mooncake Festival There are lots of exciting activities planned at Botany Library for the upcoming Mooncake Festival ■■ Lantern riddles competition Botany Library welcome parents and children take the Riddle Challenge to celebrate Mooncake Festival.

This event suitable for kids aged 7-12 years. The prizes sponsored by Hollywood Bakery Espresso and Life Pharmacy Botany. September 17-22.

■■ Mooncake making Mooncake is a main dessert for celebrating Mooncake Festival. Botany Library invites kids aged 6-12 years come and learn how to make snow skin mooncake in fun way. Registration required, call 261-8331.

Saturday, September 22, 3pm-4pm.

■■ Dances with the shadow puppet Botany Library invites Master Hou, founder of New Zealand Hou Lin Chinese Shadow Puppetry to teach kids aged 8-12 years to make their own puppet and

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■■ Dynasty Qing shadow art exhibition Shadow Puppetry, or Shadow Play was very popular during the Qing dynasty in many parts of China. Shadow Puppets were first made of paper sculpture later from the leather of donkeys or oxen. That’s why Chinese called it “Pi Ying”, which means shadow of leathers.

Come and view these antique artworks from the Qing Dynasty. These delicate pieces from 200 years ago include: shadow puppets, flower shelves, animals, vehicles and furniture.

Admission fees: Gold coin donation. Please call Botany Library 261-8331 for further information. September 17-30.

■■ Botany Library Mooncake Festival celebration Bring your family and come to celebrate Mooncake Festival with Botany Library and Zhang Wan Dancing School. With their elaborate headpieces, you will be dazzled by their vibrant costumes and intricate dance moves. Don’t miss it. Sunday, September 23, 1.30pm-3pm

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Whether Central Otago-Lakes continues to outstrip Auckland as the most expensive region in terms of asking prices remains to be seen.

Record high average prices

Record high asking prices in 11 regions; record low total stock numbers in 9 regions; signs of an early spring market for Auckland and Canterbury

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ugust 2018 has been a month of record highs and record lows since realestate.co.nz started collecting data more than 11 years ago, says realestate.co.nz spokesperson Vanessa Taylor.

Real-time statistics from realestate.co.nz show nearly two thirds (11) of the country’s 19 regions hit record high average asking prices in August, while half of the regions (9) registered all-time lows in the number of houses listed for sale.

“Added into the mix is a healthy number of unique browsers in August to realestate. co.nz, which hints at an early spring lift in housing activity,” says Taylor.

In August, 911,012 unique browsers visited the site, which is a 5.2 per cent increase on July and consistent with summertime browsing levels. “We’ve had a relatively static housing market since the election period and this lift in interest coincides with a healthy injection of new listings in two of the country’s largest regions.

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August, almost half (4343) were located in either the Auckland or Canterbury regions.

Record increases in asking prices highs in 11 regions The increase in property asking prices was led by the Central Otago/Lakes District which tipped over the one-million-dollar milestone, with the average asking price sitting at $1,019,094.

“This is the first region to ever reach the $1 million asking price milestone in the 11 years of data collection history on realestate. co.nz,” says Taylor.

“Whether Central Otago-Lakes continues to outstrip Auckland as the most expensive region in terms of asking prices remains to be seen. It’s a smaller market and if there are a significant number of top-end properties coming onto the market at the same time, it can impact the average asking prices. Auckland is larger, with a more diverse range of properties, so it’s not always comparing apples with apples,” she says.

While Central Otago-Lakes led the charge with a significant lift

in asking prices, there were 10 other regions which recorded record highs in asking prices last month. These regions registered more modest gains and were equally balanced across the North and South Islands.

“Spring appears to have come early for the Auckland and Canterbury regions,” says Taylor.

“Canterbury has been an active market for some months, but it seems that the Auckland region has now sprung back to life with a surge of new listings,” says Vanessa.

Of the 8739 new property listings across the country during August, almost half (4343) were located in either the Auckland or Canterbury regions. The Auckland region registered a 6 per cent increase in new listings compared with August 2017.

“The 3086 new listings in August are giving Auckland buyers more options,” says Vanessa.

Buyers in the Canterbury region have also got more options, with 1257 new listings in August, representing a 7.2 per cent increase on the same month last year.

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BUILDER, Licensed. alteration / renovation, bathroom, deck, all jobs.

Ph Rob 021 680 580

Workmanship Guaranteed No job too big or too small Phone 0800 635 328

CERTIFIED DRAINLAYER

CD237763

& Lighting

BUILDER, additions, renovations, decks, bathrooms.

Coordinate sub contractors, competitive price, licensed builder Phone Alan 021 548 131

Electricians Available Now

CD254541

TV AERIAL

CD137943

CD206513

AERIAL Installation, home theatre setup, extra TV outlets incl Sky Ph: Rodger 021 659677

Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

DRAINAGE

FURNITURE

CD263112

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

25 years experience Stylish and affordable Bathroom renovations 2. Bathroom and Shower renovation specialist 3. Wall and Floor Tiling 4. All Aspects of Domestic Plumbing Service & Repair

ELECTRICIAN Registered Electrical, Smartvent & Alarms. Ph Mark 027 495 4219, a/h 534 3227

021366615 or 0508932532

HANDYMEN

GA117458

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

• Carpet Cleaning • Pest Control • Flood Restoration For a free quote call

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

FURNITURE REMOVAL

CD250676

Ph: 5768812 Open 7 Days 83 Reeves Rd Pakuranga

1.

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

PC Laptop LCD Printer Virus Network Email Data Recovery Onsite Job NO Fix NO Fee

CD263368

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

ELECTRICIAN Reg. hard working & reliable, value for dollars, all work undertaken. Satisfaction guar Ph 534-8889

D & J Computer

Microsoft Certified Professional

BATHROOM IMPRESSIONS

AERIALS

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

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

ELECTRICAL

CD260031

CA Professional services, for accounting, tax returns, GST, payroll, Startups.

Xero, Mobile service and fixed price. Ph Balaji Kris 021 175 87 78: 537 5942

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

CARPET CARE

SN64060

BOOKKEEPING Service simple solutions. Xero, MYOB, GST, PAYE. Sheryl 0212982786

COMPUTERS

CD145261

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

www.times.co.nz

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz

PEST CONTROL

PLUMBERS

CERAMIC TILING, preparation, waterproofing, installation. Good rates, high work standard. Ph for quote Ian 021 131 6766

BE BUG-FREE CD237017

0800 420 900

CD246999  

CD263178

CHAMBERS

Or book online www.chambersplumbing.biz 1st For Hot Water Cylinder Repairs

Plumbing Ltd

Certifying Plumber Hot Water Cylinders Bathrooms & Kitchens General Maintenance Work Guaranteed Howick, B/Bch, Pknga

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Hot Water Cylinders Bathroom/Kitchen Renovations l Roof Leaks l General Maintenance l All Work Guaranteed l l

CD197785

09 535 0439 021 068 3818 Look no further for all your plumbing advice, maintenance and repairs (hot water cylinders, spout and drains).

We quote and install for your new bathroom, kitchen, toilet and outdoor facility requirements (residential and commercial). Quality  Reliability  Licenced  Best Price  All areas dynamoplumbing.ltd@ gmail.com

DS TREES & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Ph Doug 021537171/537-8595

PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

ROOFING

TREES stump grinding specialist. Great service. Est 1967.Terry 530 8741/027 4989080

ROOFING REPAIR SERVICE 26Yrs Exper. All work Guar. Ph 536-7173 or 0210-798-166

RUBBISH REMOVALS

CD48042

Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs

BUCKLANDS Beach, 1brm flat, small, modern, nice, $285pw. Ph 027 206 1386 HOWICK, 2bdrm flat, ground Floor. 1 car prk.

Walk dist. to Pak College, How interm and How Prim, High Park shop centre.

2 pers. max. Ph 021 139 4511. $450 per wk incl power, water and internet.

PETS

CAT DOORS $105 FITTED Ph 265 2941

HAYNE’S GLASS Special Conditions Apply

Pinkys

HEALTH & BEAUTY

171 Moore St. Howick 0274 760 577 easterncovercentre.co.nz

Stackpole’s Stackpole’s Upholstery Upholstery

GARAGE SALES

TILING

TILING

KP87651

CATKIN

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 For Forsuperior superiorrecovering recovering of oflounge lounge& &dining diningsuites, suites, lazyboys,antiques, antiques, squabs squabs lazyboys, Hugefabric fabricselection selectionwith with  Huge over 30,000 choices over 30,000 choices Workmanship guaranteed  Workmanship guaranteed FREE in-home quotes with  Polishing fabrics and Repairs Email and details to: FREEphotos pick-up and delivery briar@stackpoles.co.nz Polishing & Repairs TalkTalk to Briar, Julie or Nick to Julie or Nick

Ph:274-8585 274-8585 PH:

Botany and Pakuranga Offices

Deceased Estate

Regular updates Communication is key Competitive rates

House Lots Retiring or Moving Overseas?

Don’t have a Garage Sale!!

0800 677 467 09 576 1507

Pick Up Service Available

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

Mountfort Estate Agents Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

FREE advertising on Trademe and numerous other streams including local print media FREE full credit and tribunal history and background checks on applicants FREE Comprehensive photographic record on your property FREE Casual letting for those of you Lloyd Reardon who don’t require management Trusted company that currently operates at under 1% rent arrears Routine inspections completed - Professional work ethic

lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Mob: 021 887 811 - DDI 09 216 9961

EAST Tamaki Heights 15 Nephin Plce, Sat 8th 7am9am. From $1, everything must go, moving sale.

PAKURANGA 7/7 Mattson Rd. Sat 8th 8am. H/hold items, garden tools, furn, lots more.

PAKURANGA Trinity Church, Pakuranga Road.

Sat 8 Sept 8am start. Bargains galore.

HOWICK OFFICE

Licensed (REAA 2008)

BOTANY OFFICE

10 Uxbridge Road, Howick – Ph 538 0680

20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre

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 Amny Lam DDI: 538 1287 or 021 108 6663 – amny.lam@raywhite.com Cathy Huang DDI: 538 1288 or 021 883 600 – cathy.huang@raywhite.com

Lloyd Reardon DDI: 216 99 61 or 021 887 811 – lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Sam Carr DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177 – sam.carr@raywhite.com

HOWICK – MELLONS BAY – COCKLE BAY 3 Bed Edgar Pearce Pl $470 Sally 3 Bed Bleakhouse Rd $570 Amny 3 Bed Drake St $600 Amny 3 Bed Jeff Pl $600 Cathy 4 Bed Cheriton Rd $850 Cathy 5 Bed Mellons Bay Rd $750 Cathy 5 Bed Sandspit Rd $800 Cathy BOTANY – BURSWOOD – HUNTINGTON PARK 3 Bed Botany Rd $530 Amny 4 Bed Burswood Dr $690 Cathy 4 Bed Millington Dr $690 Cathy PAKURANGA – SUNNYHILLS – FARM COVE – HIGHLAND PARK 2 Bed Seaglen Pl $380 Amny 3 bed Edgewater Dr $420 Cathy 2 Bed Pakuranga Rd $460 Amny 2 Bed Ennis Av $460 Amny 3 Bed Archmillen Av $550 Amny 4 Bed Tyndrum Pl $590 Amny 3 Bed The Crest $610 Cathy 3 Bed Aviemore Dr $650 Cathy HALF MOON BAY – BUCKLANDS BEACH 1 Bed Waller Av $350 Amny 1 Bed Waller Ave $390 inc wtr Sally 2 Bed Gills Rd $480 Cathy 3 Bed Casuarina Rd $590 Robyn/Melissa 4 Bed Dianne Louise Dr $710 Cathy FLAT BUSH – DANNEMORA – MISSION HEIGHTS – EAST TAMAKI 4 Bed Manawatere Wy $630 Cathy 3 Bed Ardagh Pl $630 Cathy 4 Bed Mission Heights Dr $700 Anmy 4 Bed Baverstock Rd $750 Amny 4 Bed Dunoon Cl $750 Cathy 5 Bed Kalmore Pl $750 Amny 5 Bed Mebis Wy $780 Cathy REMUERA 3 Bed Kelvin Rd $950 Cathy MASSEY 3 Bed Darcy Pl $560 Robyn/Melissa RANUI – MT ALBERT 2 Bed Preston Av $530 Amny

LANDLORDS

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, Flat Bush, Half Moon Bay and Pakuranga offices

BUCKLANDS BEACH – SUNNYHILLS 2 Bed Clovelly Rd $570 3 Bed Sorrel Cr $650 4 Bed The Parade $880

Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd

PAKURANGA OFFICE 102 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

Sam Carr DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177 – sam.carr@raywhite.com Lloyd Reardon DDI: 216 99 61 or 021 887 811 – lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com

BOTANY DOWNS – FLATBUSH 1 Bed Murphys Rd 2 Bed Waihi Wy 3 Bed Coachman Dr 4 Bed Jack Lachlan Dr PAKURANGA 3 Bed La Trobe St

$450 $520 $690 $800

Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd

$580

Lloyd

FLAT BUSH OFFICE

Shop 25, 123 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction Steve Hang DDI: 212 5729 or 021 409 293 – steven.hang@raywhite.com

DANNEMORA – EAST TAMAKI – FLAT BUSH 1 Bed Point View Dr $380 4 Bed Santa Ana Dr $770 PAKURANGA – BUCKLANDS BEACH – HOWICK 2 Bed Gossamer Dr $420 2 Bed Willoughby Av $450 3 Bed Gossamer Dr $570 6 Bed Ervine Pl $820 4 Bed Clovelly Rd $1200

Steven Steven Steven Steven Steven Steven Steven

HALF MOON BAY OFFICE

Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Martin Caie 021 769 533 – martin.caie@raywhite.com Cathy Huang 021 883 600 – cathy.huang@raywhite.com

HALF MOON BAY – BUCKLANDS BEACH 4 Bed Mandarin Pl $680 4 Bed Hattaway Ave $750 DANNEMORA 3 Bed Brinlack Dr $640

Cathy Cathy Martin

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

Ph: 271 8055 • Fax: 271 8056 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

CD263384

Quality guaranteed Free Quote Waterproofing Best Prices Wall and floor Underfloor Heating David Yang 273 6566 or 021 1867 361 l

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ABSOLUTELY the best relaxing sport & deep tissue massage. Clean & warm.

Your 1st choice. Ph 576 1472 MASSAGE: body & foot.

Pedicure incl nail cut. Local.

Ph 022 077 3360

Ph: 0800 789 248

$$$

Single Items

Property Management & Letting Agent

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

www.pinkys.co.nz P: 09 265 2865

K54154

CD263472

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish

❏ Certified ❏ 23+ years experience ❏ New or Reno work ❏ Hot water cylinders

In need of an Internal Auditor for your ISO certified management system?

Call Marie on 021 182 5311 to perform independent internal audits required to maintain your ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 17020, ISO 17025 certification.

Pet Boarding Grooming Doggy Daycare Free daycare with all grooms 24 hour onsite care

UPHOLSTERERS

0800 696 874

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

Internal Auditing

TO LET

FREE QUOTES - 24/7 Service 027 758 6437 - 361 6437 E: info@hpcplumbing.co.nz W: hpcplumbing.co.nz

Solutions & Services

graceplumbing.co.nz

ALL TREE WORK Stump Grinding Fully Insured Free Mulch Ph Brett 533-0473 or 021-279-9118

All Tree Work - Fully Insured - Qualified Arborists Over 25yrs Exp. 535 9093 027 476 0246

GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting.

Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384

Grace Plumbing

Brad 022 671 8125

BRANCH MANAGER

Transit Traders Ltd

LESSONS FROM $20 Private, professional,affordable.

Competitions, practical and theory exams.

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

TO LET

CD262112

Dynamo Plumbing

Ph Murray

PROFESSIONALS

K54091

L5F014

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

 Reducing  Thinning  Shaping  Full removal  Chipped onsite/removed  Good rates  Great refs  Free quotes

CD166407

Plumbing

 Prompt Reliable Service  Bathrooms  Kitchens  General Maintenance  Hot Water Cylinders  Spouting & Roofing

All work Guaranteed Hot Water Cylinders New Build & Reno’s General Maintenance Gas Fitting

CD258536

    

535 1111 027 235 2517

CD202782

027 594 1243 537 4796

Certifying Plumber

Handy Andy

TREES

K54146

ADAM OXLEY

& STUMP GRINDING

WINDOWS in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing.

Exp operator. Phone Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 / 530 8136

All about

BUYING

in good condition

Call Us Now!

We purchase good quality house/flat and estate lots.

Smaller lots also. Ask about our comprehensive clearout package. 25 years experience.

Phone 09 532 9204 or 027 479 8942

BLADECUTTERS, Tree work landscaping stumps rubbish removals hedges com weed spraying. Ph Eric 021 732 147 or 534 8797

Gary Hanson

Pick Up Service Available

WINDOW cleaning. Best price. Phone Grant 533 0522 or 0211 576 963

534-7361, 292-8930 0274-767-746

PLUMBER

0800 677 467

WANTED TO BUY

Qualified Arborist

CD263376

Phone Alan 021 677 202

PLUMBER All maint wrk, no job too small. Prompt service. Ph 535 9567

Open 6 Days

Furniture Wanted We pay cash!!

 Drums  Guitar  Bass Guitar  Piano  Keyboard  Clarinet  Saxophone Ph Ph:021 021879 879870 870

TO LET

WANTED TO BUY

$$$

PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS

CD263456

For all Domestic, Commercial and Maintenance Plumbing needs

Brett or Warren 534 3562 027 493 0181

WINDOW CLEANING

9 Ben Lomond Cres

ALL WINDOWS, frames, sills, I will give a free quote today. Kevin 535 7321 or 027 496 9784

Trees, hedges and stumps Trim’d, removed, chip’d Pruning/shaping, rubbish and Section clearing Phone 536 5955

KAK007

PLUMBING

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

A1 TREE HEDGE & STUMP

Good Used Furniture Household Goods • Clothing

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

Music LESSONS Lessons MUSIC

CD239769



and drainage Hot water cylinders Bathrooms, kitchens New and repairs

Call Nick 5374602 or 029 7700581

We accept donations of:

KIDS KARATE

CD202016



H3X019

When you present this ad

Hill Plumbing Certifying plumbing, gas

Furniture • Household Goods Antiques • Quality Used Clothing

CD262877

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter All Maintenance Gasfitting Hot Water Cylinders Renovations Roofing & Backflow

We sell:

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows

3 Domestic & commercial 3 Low pressure bio-wash 3 Professional presentation

CD229507

020 415 98867

$20 OFF

TREE SERVICES Spouting, Roofing, Hot Water Cylinder Repairs/Replacements, Drainage/Unblocking n ALL WORK HAS A WATER TIGHT GUARANTEE n WE RESPOND TO ALL CALLS! 24/7. Ph 534 5286

3 Specialist waterblasting

WATERBLASTING house, driveway, deck, fence etc.

Free quote. Richard 021 783 258

SS78394

arrowplumbing.nz

021366615 / 0508932532

CD140634

Local Master Plumbers 24/7

• House Wash (soft wash) • Building Wash • Decks, Drives, Fences • Gutter Clean • Roof Treatment For a free quote call

CD227945

CD155961

If water or gas runs through it, we do it!

TILER

Over 25 yrs experience Interior & Exterior New & Repairs Quality Workmanship Small bathroom renovations Waterproof Free Quotes Satisfaction Guaranteed Reference Available Ph: Lubo Kecer 021 871 882 or 092162318 l l l l l l l l l

CD155540

New Work ♦ Renovations Specialists ♦ Bathroom / Kitchen ♦ Gas Installations ♦ Hot Water Cylinders ♦ All Maintenance ♦ Certifying Plumbers EXPERIENCED, QUALITY SERVICE Ph Allan or Matt Craig P: 027 496 2118 or 09 215 1144 ♦

Cleaning Specialists

HOUSEHOLD Furniture, South african oak, head board with side pedestal and chest drawer. Solid marble round dining table with 6 chairs. Buffalo leather lounge set with marble coffee table. Hallway chest with mirror. BMW 320i Model 2006 - 68156km. Ph 021988513 - View by appt.

TUITION

CD143001

PLUMBERS

Your local exterior

DRUM tuition, beg-adv.

Prof tutor Ph: 535-8170

TUITION

CD180708

Jim 0800 38 38 48

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

CD255813

THE TILE GUY. Floor & Wall Tiling. Certified Waterproofing.Stonemason by trade. 30yr exp.

0210311899

TUITION

CD45807

Ants, Cockroaches, Fleas, Flies, Spiders, Mosquitoes, Rats & Mice, Wasps 20+ years experience

FOR SALE

WATERBLASTING

TILING

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, September 6, 2018 — 17

CLASSIFIEDS

18 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, September 6, 2018

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

www.times.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

DRIVERS REQUIRED

WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST Pakuranga Park Village

SALES POSITION

www.somervilleintermediate.school.nz

• Strong focus on customer satisfaction to both Retail and Trade • This is a physically demanding role helping customers load products onto trucks, monitoring stock, cycle stock counts and much more.

• Valid F endorsed Forklift Licence preferred or will train if you have a full licence.

You will have the opportunity for further training and development as well as career progression.

Tuesday 25 September 2018, 7pm 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick

PR263467

RECEPTION/SALES/TRAINEE OPTICAL ASSISTANT GLASSES, CONTACT LENSES, CUSTOMER SERVICES If these interest you, then you would be interested in the above role 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.

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. Full training will be provided.

This is a full time position that will include Saturday hours. * Only serious applicants need apply!

For further details contact Alice on 576 4769 Or forward your CV by one of the following: Lowes Taaffe & Bhikoo, PO Box 51 352, Pakuranga Email: ltboptom@gmail.com Or deliver to our practice: 125 Pakuranga Rd, Pakuranga Mall, next door to Pakuranga Post Shop.

Nominations for Board membership are now invited and must be received before Monday 17 September 2018 at 5pm.

Any person who has engaged with UXBRIDGE over the last year, and who is also on our database, is invited to attend and vote for the 2018/19 Board members.

Further information: Vickie Bowers, Centre Director 09 535 6467 vickie.bowers@uxbridge.org.nz

CARPORT OR gARAge

Northpark, Cumbria Downs, Golflands

ADVERTISING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

For vehicle.

Access required from time to time.

Payment by arrangment.

Call Bill 533 6363 0274 489 313

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

Do you want to be a valued member of a supportive management and multi-disciplinary team and work in a purpose-built facility, within an idyllic East Auckland location?

Key attributes and requirements to be in this role: - Minimum 2 years Practice Nurse experience essential - Registered New Zealand Nurse with current annual Practicing Certificate - Hold a current CPR Certificate - Hold a current vaccinators certificate essential - Phlebotomy and cannulation skills essential - Chronic Care management - Passionate about sharing nursing knowledge and skills - Be positive,compassionate and motivated with a can do attitude - Be able to work independently as well as a team player - Be organised and able to prioritise If you have the above skills and qualities, then we would like to hear from you.

Hours are: Monday - Friday only, no weekend work.

We have two part time positions available.

Send you CV to: bronwyn@myhealthteam.nz

OPEN DAY

PAKURANGA MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE • Fun, nurturing, Montessori inspired learning environment • NZ qualified and experienced Teachers • Open Hours: Full year, Monday to Friday 7.30am-5.30pm • Specially designed programme to cater for varied learning needs • Full time (2 & over) and sessions (2-3yrs old only) for 2-6yr olds • Morning tea, afternoon tea and late afternoon snack provided • 20 hour ECE subsidy available "Children are confident, explore freely and are trusting of adults and helpful towards other children. They play and learn at a relaxed pace in a calm, supportive environment.. The centre is well resourced with Montessori activities. Teachers interact with children with respect and courtesy valuing children’s cultural backgrounds, are inclusive, and prepare the environment to meet children's learning needs..." ERO Report Oct 2016

71 Udys Road, Pakuranga (behind St Peter’s Anglican Church) Phone: 09 213 1866 - 021 710 065 Email: pmontessori2014@gmail.com * Pakuranga Montessori Learning Centre reserves the right to clarify the contents of this advertisement

Ph: 271 8055 • Fax: 271 8056 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

CD248874

PR263467-v2

Uxbridge Community Projects Incorporated

Wednesda 9am - 12p ys m

Experienced Practice Nurse

CD263314

To apply, please call in or email your CV to: Leila.mcintyre@placemakers.co.nz

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7874 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Muse. 7, Stratagem. 8, Trip. 9, Tell. 10, Late. 11, Hell.

14, Alteration. 16, Condescend. 19, Yarn. 22, Opal. 24, Army.

25, Able. 26, Esperanto. 27, Free.

Down - 1, Match. 2, Still. 3, Street. 4, Caller. 5, Gall. 6, Destroyer.

12, Encompass. 13, Lard. 15, Tidy. 17, Seaman. 18, Enmity.

20, Amber. 21, Niece. 23, Leek.

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7874 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Pack. 7, Spot-light. 8, Snap. 9, Grip. 10, Dol-t.

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CHILDCARE

Part Time

PlaceMakers Pakuranga has a great opportunity to join our friendly yard team delivering exceptional service to our Drive Thru customers.

No children under 12 years or handbags.

Eftpos, cash & credit cards only. No cheques accepted.

CD263197

Please send a letter of application and a CV outlining your employment history, strengths and interests, with the names of two referees, to Lyn Baxter, Principal’s Secretary lbaxter@somint.school.nz Applications close at 4.00 pm Friday 28 September.

To apply, please call in or email your CV to: Leila.mcintyre@placemakers.co.nz

Saturday 8 September, 9am - 3pm CREDIT CARDS NOW ACCEPTED! DON’T MISS OUT - BRING FAMILY & FRIENDS

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

CD240500

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced counsellor to join our school’s pastoral care team. The successful applicant will be working with 11-13 year old children in a school setting and should be a member of NZAC. The position is part time and hours can be negotiated. Duties include working collaboratively with other counsellors, staff and parents.

The focus of this role is to manage the monitoring and checking of customer orders as well as building relationships with customers • You will have an understanding of the building industry • High attention to detail • Commitment to accountability • Basic PC Skills

DHL Warehouse, 24 Highbrook Drive, East Tamaki

CD263081

SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR

PlaceMakers Pakuranga has a great opportunity to join our friendly team.

We are looking for an energetic and positive individual to work as part of the Gatehouse from Saturday to Tuesday, 34 hours approx per week.

Top Fragrance & Cosmetic Brands

CD262822

East Auckland Baptist Church is seeking an experienced Financial Administrator for a permanent part-time position.

The ideal person will have:  Previous experience in an accounting role  Experience working with Pastel accounting (or similar), MYOB for wages and Excel/Word  Familiarity with accrual accounting  Strong written and verbal communication skills  Accurate and detailed, conscientious approach to work  Ability to work under pressure  Ability to work autonomously or co-operatively within a team environment Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:  Accounts Receivable/Payable  Preparation of monthly financial accounts  Preparation of annual accounts for audit  Preparation and monitoring of budgets Applicants must have NZ Permanent Residency or Citizenship. if this role sounds like you then, please send your cV and cover letter to: peterm@eastgatecc.org

CD263425

Please email sandy@stonemasons.co.nz with a covering letter and 2 x referees

Financial administrator

CD263221

Required two days per week in our small office in Whitford. The ideal candidate would be a mature person with flexibility. This position is to assist our Office Manager.

The following experience is required: • Excellent communications skills and attention to detail • Excellent Excel and Word experience • Previous experience in MYOB Accounting - Ace Payroll Duties include: • Reception work including answering phones, filing • Data entry • Typing quotations and collating documents for tendering, along with other office duties.

An excellent command of English is required.

Previous experience is a must.

This position would ideally suit someone who is easy going, and can juggle different tasks.

Remuneration will be discussed, this would suit someone who is seeking contract office work.

CD261143

CD258593

Part-time Office administratiOn assistant

Visit our website: www.times.co.nz Updated every issue

MASSIVE CLEARANCE SALE

10 hours/week - 9 to 11am daily (Grade B, term time only) We are looking for an enthusiastic learner to join our Clevedon School team as a Teacher Aide to work alongside a child in the classroom, supporting with learning. Support and training will be provided where needed. The successful applicant will be subject to a police clearance check as per the Vulnerable Children’s Act. If this sounds like you please send your CV with two referees to: vacancies@clevedonschool.co.nz or phone Lisa Banfield on (09) 292 8654 for more information.

CD263150

CD263351

Relief Teachers - We NEED you!

Want the freedom and flexibility that relief teaching gives?

Want to get your foot in the door to take the next step in your teaching career?

We currently have a wide range of day to day relieving opportunities in Auckland.

We are looking for registered teachers, both experienced and beginning teachers.

Don’t delay make contact with our friendly experienced team today.

Ph 09 815 8152 Email: relief@oasis-edu.co.nz - www.betterteachers.nz

Teacher aide

Fixed Term - Terms 3 and 4, 2018

CD263361

Pakuranga

Friendly Assistant required in our 3 Dentist/4 Hygienist practice.

Position currently 35 hours per week. You will be efficient, organised and able to think on your feet. Great people skills, a strong work ethic and an ability to learn are necessary.

Experience preferred, not essential.

Please email CV to Richard at: rlowe@frasersmithlowe.co.nz

Dental receptionist and Chairside Assistant (combined)

A part time position is available for approximately three days per week – one day on reception and two days assisting.

One of the days (Monday) involves late night surgery hours until 7.30pm.

Please note that this is a job share position that relies on flexibility where we cover each other for annual leave, special days off, and short notice sick leave. So this ideally would suit someone with no other commitments.

No experience is needed as full training will be given, a great attitude only is required!

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Heart and soul Mannering W

hen you measure a sportsman by his character and loyalty to his club, 300-game NZ Warrior Simon Mannering sits high up the totem pole of whatever team sport you want to name.

The dream of Warriors fans is to farewell the humble 33-year-old with an NRL crown that has eluded them since the team’s 1995 debut.

But he would be the first to caution about keeping their heads out of the clouds.

Interestingly, while fans debate whether Stacey Jones or Mannering is the greatest Warrior ever, they are very different, Stocky halfback Jones had attacking class - the acceleration, dummy, sidestep and swerve that makes Sean Johnson so special on his better days.

The rangy Mannering lacks those special gifts but more than compensates with his consistency, huge work rate, toughness and magnificent defence.

Throughout his career he has been the heart and soul of a team that failed to reach his high standards. However this year there have been some promising changes, a better pattern, a stauncher defence, a growing self-belief.

With eight NRL playoff teams finishing within two championship points of one another, this year’s competition has been particularly tight.

Hopefully Mannering’s final

Simon Mannering (facing camera) shines with his consistency, huge work rate, toughness and magnificent defence.

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swansong will go beyond Saturday’s ANZ Stadium Sydney clash against the Penrith Panthers who the Warriors recently beat 36-16 after losing to them 36-4 in July.

Like the Warriors, the Panthers run hot and cold. But their last round triumph against the Melbourne Storm show just how dangerous they can be, especially when

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Maloney continues to be a fierce competitor and his and Cleary’s clash with Blake Green and Shaun

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Johnson could have a major bearing on the final result. Interestingly, the extremely competitive Maloney won 2013 and 2016 NRL crowns with the Sydney Roosters and Cronulla Sharks respectively.

Fijian left-side pairing of Viliame Kikau and Waqa Blake form a dangerous combination that punished the Warriors in their July defeat.

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Agnew’s Angle They are not short of sharp attackers but neither are the Warriors if they run straight and pass quickly to prolific try-scorer David Fusitu’a and champion fullback Roger Tuivasa-Sheck.

Experienced playmaker Green has formed a sweet partnership with Johnson and the fast and powerful Fusitu’a has taken his season’s try-scoring record to 23. The signs are promising within a side that has talent but can still go walkabout.

Meanwhile, Argentina’s confidence will have received a huge boost in the Rugby Championship following their surprise 32-19 home win against South Africa after losing their opener 34-21 in Durban.

Not only did they produce a strong forward pack but their slick passing, hard-running backs made huge incisions through a shaky Springboks defence.

It’s unlikely they will do that at Nelson on Saturday no matter what team the talent laden All Blacks field. But that latest win will have earned coach Steve Hansen’s respect.

Although it is good to see Argentina making progress, it is sad to note the decline in South African rugby which is lacking the mental toughness and competitive spirit for which they were famous for so long.

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The Howick Pakuranga premier side celebrate after winning the Hedley Howarth trophy for 2017/18.

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Last year’s coach Ben Williams

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he Auckland Premier Men’s cricket season kicks off on October 20, a couple of weeks later than last year.

The late start negates the use of artificial wickets which allowed play to get underway in changeable spring weather, but were not seen as ideal for premier grade cricket.

I caught up with Bill Walsh who will be captaining the Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club’s premier side The Alpacas again this year, and asked him what he views as the strategy to retaining the twoday competition prize, the Hedley Howarth trophy.

“The key to our success last year was the ability of everyone to contribute under pressure at some point during the course of the season to win games.

We’ll be looking for more of the same this year”.

The boys from the east enjoyed a stellar season in 2017/18.

As well as winning the Hedley Howarth two day competition, they also and came fourth in the Jeff Crowe Cup 50 over competi-

When coupled with Auckland Aces’ Danru Ferns and Jamie Brown and veteran all-rounder Donovan Grobbelaar, the side has a solid look to it.

Blackcaps allrounder and long term HPCC servant Colin De Grandhomme has departed for Tauranga, something that Walsh says is “a big loss losing a great club man like Dutchy” but believes he will be “in his element” down in the Bay of Plenty sunshine.

The clubhouse has also undergone some off-season changes. It is now boasting a new pro shop run by cricket retailer Freedom2play.co.nz who supply cricket and hockey apparel, uniforms and gear.

The shop is located on the first floor of the clubrooms, and is open Tuesday – Friday (4pm – 8pm) and Saturday and Sunday (12 noon – 4pm).

Player registration starts with a muster on Saturday September 8, or players can enrol via the club’s website hpcc.org.nz ■■ Jim Birchall is a radio journalist, podcaster and owner of honeybadgercricket.com

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