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to the area. “The man was spoken to throughout the evening. “A decision was made to not enter the address in order to ensure his safety and the safety of police officers at the scene.�

Police ordered local residents to stay indoors during the armed incident. An officer was stationed at the intersection of Eastern Beach Road, Jern Place and Vivian Wilson Drive last Monday night.

He advised approaching motorists they were unable to turn right into The Esplanade.

Three more police officers, one of whom was armed, were posted at the intersection of Eastern Beach Road and The Esplanade.

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OLICE unable to convince an armed man to leave his Eastern Beach property eventually used tear gas to flush him out.

Officers arrived at the man’s home in The Esplanade just before 1pm last Monday to talk to him about an alleged domestic incident.

A Counties Manukau Police spokeswoman says the 38-year-old refused to engage with officers when they approached the property. “Because he was in possession of a firearm, the area around The Esplanade was safely cordoned and contained to ensure public safety. “The police armed offenders squad and negotiation team were deployed

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A number of armed police officers were stationed in McCrystal Avenue, along with members of the St John Ambulance specialist emergency response team.

After a 19-hour stand-off with the man, police fired tear gas into his house to force him to come out at about 8am last Tuesday.

He was safely taken into custody.

Road cordons were lifted by police when the situation was deemed safe at about 8.30am.

Eastern Beach eateries remained open to diners on Monday night during the armed incident.

A crowd of more than a dozen onlookers gathered outside the Rattana Thai restaurant and bar in Eastern Beach Road to observe the police

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Counties Manukau East Police area commander, inspector Wendy Spiller, thanks local residents for their patience during the stand-off. “The safety of members of the public is our priority when we attend any incident involving firearms,� she says. “We are very aware that having road cordons in place for this type of incident can cause issues with commuter traffic, and having so many police vehicles in the area can create some disturbances. “We’re thankful for the public’s support during this time and are very happy to have resolved the incident peacefully.�

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FRUSTRATED: Residents of Swan Crescent, in Pakuranga â&#x20AC;&#x201C; John Davies, Kerry Fitzpatrick, Bruce Barrack and Graham Bishop â&#x20AC;&#x201C; have been waiting four months for the Auckland Council to address the problem of a collapsed tree that has fallen from a public reserve into a Tamaki River inlet.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably why they occasionally get confused.

So letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s give the beneďŹ t of the doubt to the soul who ďŹ gured that a tree that had toppled into a city waterway from council reserve land, otherwise known as the Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chain, was the responsibility of the ofďŹ cers at Watercare, who manage the water we drink and wash in, or maybe the Auckland harbour master, who makes sure there are no hazards in the shipping or recreational boating lanes and areas.

But, please guys this is just a little tree thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fallen into the water in a pretty little inlet of the Tamaki River in Pakuranga.

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The inlet is one of the supercityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hidden treasures and the good folk of Swan Crescent want it to remain that way.

Witness the carefully engineered paving and steps trailing to the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge, the beautifully maintained greenery, and the seat for folks to rest on as they contemplate the sun setting gently to the west over the Tamakiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shimmering water.

But one of the neighbours isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t playing the game.

The council didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t initially want to remove the tree that has fallen from its land into the water, sitting there like a sodden eyesore.

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But the residents would like the council to act like a good neighbour and take the same pride in the environment as they do.

After four months of toing and froing, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not surprising that a band of Swan Crescent vigilantes decided they were being endlessly fobbed off with any old story, just to get rid of them.

But they are made of sterner stuff and the issue is no longer a sodden tree. A principle is at stake here.

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And, of course, the cost of a helicopter is beyond us ratepayersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pockets for jobs like this.

The residents have a much better idea. Get a couple of blokes or blokesses on the job with a chainsaw and a chipper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in fact, they would do it themselves in a tick if the health and safety rules werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so ridiculous.

So after four months of â&#x20AC;&#x153;agonyâ&#x20AC;? and the Times suggestion that the council start acting like a good neighbour, the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local and sports parks south team has relented, saying the job can be done at a reasonable cost by a small-tracked vehicle, which will winch the tree out of the water and it will be cut up. â&#x2013; This column was inspired by the news story headlined, Their persistence ďŹ nally pays off, which can be read at www. times.co.nz.

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Parents grieving for special son

By Chris Harrowell

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RETT and Maria Sutherland are unable to escape the emotional pain thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s filled their lives since Friday, April 11.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the day the Flat Bush coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular and outgoing son Brody Sutherland fell off his Ducati motorcycle while riding along Stancombe Road, less than a minute from his home.

The 17-year-old swerved to avoid the driver of a Honda motor vehicle, who allegedly failed to give way to him while turning into Stancombe Road from Topland Drive at about 7pm.

Brody fell from his motorcycle and was struck and run over by a Holden Colorado utility vehicle being driven in the opposite direction. He died of his injuries at the scene.

The Honda carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teenage driver has been charged by police with careless driving causing death. His case is before the courts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are beyond devastated,â&#x20AC;? Mrs Sutherland told the Times, about her sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tragic death. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For us, Brody is still part of our family and all of our friends feel the same way. We get good support from them, but are still coming to terms with it. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think we will ever come to terms with it.â&#x20AC;?

Brody attended Ormiston Senior College in Flat Bush and had worked at the Repco automotive parts store in Botany for 18 months at the time of his death.

Motorcycles were his passion. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d worked hard and saved his money, buying the Ducati motorbike earlier this year.

As a way to keep his memory alive, Mr Sutherland and a number of family members and friends left Auckland on November 23 for a 10-day motorcycle road trip.

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DEVASTATED: Above, Maria and Brett Sutherland are mourning the loss of their teenage son Brody, who died after being Times photo Wayne Martin / Supplied struck and run over by a motor vehicle in Flat Bush last April; inset, Brody Sutherland.

crew, to Invercargill for the annual Burt Munro Challenge.

The popular event is named for the Kiwi motor sport legend and features motorcycle beach, speedway, circuit and super-cross racing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We picked up various people along the way and had a core group of about 15 riders,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Sutherland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brody and I were planning to do the Burt Munro Challenge this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was like a bucket list thing for

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him and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something all riders do. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This would have been his first road trip with me, but it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come to fruition. We decided to do it in his memory instead.â&#x20AC;?

Some of Brodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ashes were scattered at Oreti Beach, Southland, before the memorial riders returned to Auckland. The rest of his ashes are in an urn in the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s living room. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It turned out to be a special time for me and it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an easy thing to

do,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Sutherland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that Brody stays alive for us in spirit.â&#x20AC;?

Mr and Mrs Sutherland say their son achieved a lot in his 17 years and â&#x20AC;&#x153;would give anything a shotâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afraid of anything,â&#x20AC;? says his mum. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brody made an impression on his peers and work colleagues. It [his death] was terrible for them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had real magnetism and people from all walks of life have been

affected.â&#x20AC;?

Brody is believed to have been riding his red Ducati motorcycle to a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house on the night of the crash.

His parents heard emergency services responding to an incident near their home, but had no idea what had happened. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know it was for Brody,â&#x20AC;? says Mrs Sutherland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A neighbour came and told us that Brody had been in an accident. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To get there and find out heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d already gone was just a massive shock. I really wanted to see him one last time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By then they had put him in the ambulance and I felt like I had abandoned him. I wanted to give him one last cuddle.â&#x20AC;?

Police officers at the scene advised Mr and Mrs Sutherland to return home and wait to be contacted.

They later went to Counties Manukau East Police headquarters in Flat Bush and then to a morgue to identify Brodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s body. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a haunting experience,â&#x20AC;? says Mrs Sutherland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has shattered our world and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been heart-wrenching. We miss him so much.â&#x20AC;?

Brodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents strongly encourage motorists to pay more attention while using the road. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drivers generally arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t aware of motorcycles,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Sutherland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The crash should never have happened.â&#x20AC;? Mrs Sutherland adds: â&#x20AC;&#x153;People donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand that motorcycles arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like cars. On a bike, you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just slam on the brakes and it comes to a stop. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From where we sit, Brody should still be here today. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a bitter pill to swallow.â&#x20AC;?

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Sharing Christmas spirit

Collision course with cops THE saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;hitting a brick wallâ&#x20AC;? literally struck home for one alleged car thief shortly before 4am yesterday.

As he was behind the wheel of a stolen vehicle, he crashed into Glen Innes Police Station.

The early morning journey got worse for the driver and his female companion, who decided to run from the scene only to be found by police a short distance away.

The alleged driver was also forbidden to drive and, when tested, was found to be over the legal breath-alcohol limit.

The vehicle had been stolen from a Panmure property and sustained considerable damage.

The driver suffered a minor head injury and the police station has some cracks that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exist on Tuesday.

The 20-year-old driver was due to appear in the Auckland District Court yesterday charged with resisting police, unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, excess breath alcohol and being a forbidden and unlicensed driver.

Auckland City Police district commander, Superintendent Richard Chambers, says that while the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resting place can be seen as comical, the fact a young unlicensed man was driving allegedly in a stolen vehicle while intoxicated is no laughing matter.

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RMISTONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S vibrant ethnic diversity will be on public display at the third annual Christmas in the Courtyard community event this Saturday.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free for the public and staged at Ormiston Senior College in Flat Bush from 5-8pm.

The colourful event is organised

by Ormiston Community Vision chairman Norman Sutton with funding from sources including the Howick Local Board. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got Indian, Korean, Chinese and Polynesian dancers and musicians coming along to perform,â&#x20AC;? he told the Times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be bouncy castles and face-painting for children, ethnic and traditional food stalls, a clown, kite-flying, a lolly scramble and pony rides. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also having a monster raffle, with proceeds going to the South Asian Trust, which works with new migrants.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real family event.â&#x20AC;?

Raffle prizes up for grabs include a Samsung electronic tablet, Mad Butcher and Fruit World vouchers and a barbecue.

A number of Christian churches based in Ormiston and Flat Bush are also involved.

Their members will publicly sing Christmas carols and tell the Christian story with help from a traditional nativity scene featuring Sancta Maria Catholic College pupils. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to make the event a reflection of our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demographics,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Sutton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about bringing everyone together for a Christmas celebration. We have a distinct community in Ormiston and are not like Howick or Botany.â&#x20AC;?

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CELEBRATING CULTURE: Inviting East Aucklanders to the Christmas in the Courtyard public event this Saturday are Korean fan dance instructor Phoebe Lee, left, organiser Norman Sutton, second from left, master of ceremonies Mike Turinsky, right, and members of Mission Heights Primary Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Korean fan dance performance group.

the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern facilities to be used for such community events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got good support from local businesses also and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to bring the community together,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want this event to be an expression of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s various cultural groups and for them to publicly show off their talents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always get good feedback from people afterwards. Everyone enjoys it and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a chance for them to chill out and catch up with

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friends and neighbours. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a safe environment for children as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in an enclosed space.â&#x20AC;?

One of the cultural groups taking part in Christmas in the Courtyard is Mission Heights Primary Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Korean fan dance public performance troupe.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comprised of year 6 pupils and is trained by Phoebe Lee, who says fan dances were traditionally performed for Koreaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kings and queens.

The different routines tell the

story of Koreaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;mountains, flowers, wind and wavesâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fan dancing has been around for hundreds of years, but our dances have a modern twist,â&#x20AC;? says Ms Lee. The Christmas in the Courtyard public event is staged from 5-8pm this Saturday, December 13, at Ormiston Senior College, 275 Ormiston Road, Flat Bush.

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Cheerfully Chilean

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These were some of the cultural etiquette tips given to the group of Flying Kiwis when they first landed in the capital of Santiago de Chile that’s surrounded by mountains of the Andes.

“Chileans are very friendly and family-oriented people. They spend a lot of family time together,” says Botany Downs Secondary College student Shae Miramai Parsons, one of seven students on a fully-funded scholarship to Chile.

The Flying Kiwis programme is for senior students studying Spanish at a New Zealand secondary school.

Students spend three weeks in Santiago with a home-stay family, attending school and experiencing a new culture while practising their language skills.

To be eligible, pupils have to be studying Spanish at senior level, able to communicate confidently in the language when it comes to making plans, asking for directions or help.

The programme encourages Kiwi schools to build relationships with Chilean ones and promotes NZ school education to the Chilean market.

“Even though it was quite cold, it was a very warm atmosphere.

There’s so much warmth with a lot of hugging and kissing and never a dull moment.

“There are a lot of international shops, and we were out practically every evening shopping, visiting friends or having fiestas,” says the 16-year-old.

“Chileans are very vibrant and alive, there’s dancing, singing and laughter,” says Shae, who stayed with mum Maria Luisa Briceño, a lawyer living with her daughters Alicia and Florencia, aged 13 and 17 respectively.

FRIENDLY HOSTS: Botany Downs Secondary College student Shae Parsons, second right, with the Briceño family, got a chance to experience vibrant Chilean culture.

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“Their grandmother had also come over from Florida while I was there.”

After attending the Liceo Amanda Labarca School, named after a feminist icon in Chile, the year 12 student discovered “they don’t offer a lot of choices of subjects like our schools do”.

The group of Flying Kiwis visited Escuela Nueva Zelandia, a school named after New Zealand and located in Independicia commune, an underprivileged area in Santiago.

“It was quite humbling to see kids who didn’t have much,” she says, of her visit to the school.

“We also visited La Moneda, the presidential palace in Santiago, built in neoclassical style and got to learn about what shaped the people and its country.”

The Flying Kiwis scholarship programme has been developed in

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response to the highly successful Chilean government-sponsored Pingüinos sin Fronteras (Penguins without Borders) scholarship, piloted in Auckland last year.

The scheme awards fully-funded scholarships to students from all over Chile to live and study for two terms in NZ in order to improve their English language skills and benefit from an overseas experience. NZ is the first country to develop such an education exchange with Chile, creating bonds between the two countries and lifelong connections for all the students taking part.

Shae’s advice to all students learning the Spanish language is: “There’s no chance of experiencing this once in a lifetime trip if you don’t apply for the scholarship.

“Though it was really rushed once my Spanish teacher nominated me, it was worth every moment.”

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taken hours and hours of work to get it ready.â&#x20AC;?

Eastgate Christian Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Jingle All The Way walk-through production is for anyone keen to discover the true meaning of Christmas.

Mr Taylor says the church wants the public production to draw in people of all ethnicities and faiths. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had Muslims and Buddhists come through it last year and had some really great conversations with them afterwards,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s publicly presented at the church in Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga, at 7-10pm nightly from December 8-23.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We invite everyone to come and see it and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a totally non-threatening atmosphere.

The 20-minute interactive show is organised by the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s associate pastor Sam Taylor and is suitable for people of all ages.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will also be face-painting, balloon animals, free lollipops, and tea and coffee.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staged with public funding from the Howick Local Board.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;They can dress up in fun costumes and hats with their family members and have their picture taken in the free photo booth.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got about 250 volunteers involved and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something that allows people to come and celebrate Christmas with their family and friends,â&#x20AC;? Mr Taylor told the Times.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;People are also more than welcome to talk to any of our church members about anything they want.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to bring people back to what Christmas is really about, which is the birth of Jesus Christ. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The world commercialises Christmas somewhat and it should be a more meaningful time.

Among the Eastgate Christian Centre members helping to bring the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public Christmas walk-through production to life are, from left, Gabby Fields, Luke Oswald, Rachel Randall and Andy Shudall.

Times photo Wayne Martin will be guided by Jingles the Christmas elf on a very special journey to the North Pole.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the 10th year weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve staged Jingle All the Way and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for the whole family.

People are also welcome to attend the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christian family services at 7pm on Christmas Eve, December 24, and at 9.30am on Christmas morning, December 25.

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Get ready for the Christmas holidays with a festive fun day to keep the kids entertained, with lots of family activities at the Voyager New Zealand Maritime Museum, corner Quay and Hobson Streets, Central Auckland, on Saturday, December 13, from 10am to 5pm. Try your hand at kite-flying or blowing bubbles, make a Christmas craft or dress up in a costume for the photo booth or have a go at the rubbings table. For $15, take an hour kayaking trip with Ferg’s Kayaks around Hobson Wharf. Also say hello to Santa who will be out and about on the pontoons, vessels and in the museum. It’s a gold coin donation for the activities. For more details, see www.maritimemuseum.co.nz.

A day out with Santa Claus playing trains is on this Sunday at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway, Glenbrook Station Road. Santa will be on the steam train and all children ride for free when accompanied by their parent or guardian. For more details, see www.railfan.org.nz.

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An open day is held this Sunday for the public to inspect the navy’s Anzacclass frigate, HMNZS Te Kaha, which is captained by Commander David McEwan, who grew up in Howick. Earlier this year, he spoke at the Anzac Day commemorations at Howick RSA. Times photo Wayne Martin the first naval battle of the Second World War and the only episode of the war to take place in South America.

Festive favourite First performed in Dublin in 1742, Handel’s Messiah remains the

world’s most popular oratorio. From the enthralling Comfort Ye to the glorious resounding Hallelujah chorus, Handel’s music never fails to move its audiences as it retells the most famous story of all time. The performance is at Auckland Town Hall, 303 Queen Street, Central Auckland, on December 15-16 at 7.30pm.

Summerset by the Park retirement village, at 7 Flat Bush School Road, is having a market day this Saturday from 10am to 2pm, entry is free. See and buy a variety of quality handmade goods such as rainbow beads, crafts and gifts, cross-stitch kits, scarves, artwork, patchwork, silver jewellery, orchids, plants, engraved products, baking, knitting and wall hanging ornaments and more. Bring your family and friends and also visit Cafe Devine for delicious coffee, snacks and lunches.

Christmas lilies A lovely display of florets stems and container grown lilies will be on show at the Auckland Horticultural Centre, 990 Great North Road, Western Springs, this Sunday, from 11am to 3pm. Entry is free and it’s a show for all ages. Come and meet the people that grow lilies in Auckland and Waikato.

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Singing Christmas notes for year-end celebration The Pakuranga Choral Society is getting in tune to deliver a public concert entitled A Rhapsody of Christmas.

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Lisa Lorrell will conduct the concert, which also features rising star soloist Kalauni Pouvalu, accompanied by performer Valerie Sowerby.

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The audience is welcome to join in the singing of well-known Christmas hymns and enjoy traditional mulled wine and fruit mince pies during the interval.

In addition, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maintained a policy of bringing forward promising young performers such as Pouvalu.

The tenor singer is of Tongan descent and proudly adds to the growing number of splendid performers with Pacifika origins.

The choral societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s members hope people go along and help them celebrate the festive season in song.

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WIN A TRAILER LOAD OF

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Christmas gift ideas BE SURPRISED!

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CHRISTMAS MINCE TARTS Traditional fruit mince filling encased in a sweet short pastry 2â&#x20AC;? mince tart $2.50 Mini mince tart $1.40 6 x 2â&#x20AC;? mince tart $11.00 6 x mini mince tart $7.00

ALMOND STICK Shop 7, Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road, Phone 535 2308.

$ 1,2,3 Plus

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www.highlandparkshoppingcentre.co.nz

Make this a festive season to remember with Eves Pantry, Botany.

Visit us today and select from our exciting 2014 Christmas range.

Eves Pantry, 309 Botany Road, Botany.

Phone 271 5511. Fax 271 5522.

Email: botany@evespantry.co.nz

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Contains ... Avobath bath bomb; Sakura bath bomb; Christmas Eve bubble bar; Sunnyside bubble bar; Snowcake soap (120g); Yog Nog soap (120g); Twilight bath bomb; Blue Skies And Fluffy White Clouds bubble bar; Gold FUN; The Christmas Hedgehog bubble bar; Holly Go Lightly bubble bar; Lord of Misrule bath bomb; So White bath bomb; Cinders bath bomb; A French Kiss bubble bar; Rose Jam shower gel (100g); First Snow dusting powder; Rub Rub Rub body scrub (100g); Celebrate body lotion (100g) - $165.00

Stone set case and bracelet Champagne dial Was $299 Now $99 Also available in silver.

Mother of pearl dial.

Come visit us in store for this special and other Christmas savings.

BENDON BAROQUE SET RRP $64.95

Step out of your dress like a Hollywood glamour with this divine Bendon Baroque Christmas set. Easy fitting underwire bra and brief that feature all over stretch lace with a luxurious sheen, and pretty floral detail for comfort and femininity.

The Gift Card can be used at any participating store at Botany Town Centre.

Available between $10.00 and $999.00. Botany Town Centre Gift Cards are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are redeemable at participating stores.

Feel fabulous, feel comfortable, feel spoilt this holiday season with a little help from Bendon Lingerie.

Terms and conditions apply.

Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Road, East Tamaki.

Phone 272 3888. www.botanytowncentre.co.nz

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CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS From $1

$ 1,2,3 Plus

Highland Park Shopping Centre

Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road

www.highlandparkshoppingcentre.co.nz

TASTE SENSATIONS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GIFT SOLUTIONS @ PRENZEL Think Prenzel for Christmas this year. With gifts to suit those who are hard to buy for you will find your Christmas shopping easy and fun at Prenzel of Whitford. We have gifts to fit all budgets; so come out to Prenzel, park at the door and enjoy a taste while you shop.

RRP $100

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Great idea for Christmas!

Gift Cards will not only save you time, but allow the recipient to choose what they really want.

Shop 7, Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road, Phone 535 2308.

Featured gift:â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Summer Citrus Selection

This gift box represents the birdcage from Hans Christian Andersen story â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Nightingaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. This is our biggest all-bath gift with 20 bath products! Containing a mixture of limited edition and all year round favourite bubbles, bombs and melts.

BOTANY TOWN CENTRE GIFT CARDS

From $1

$13.20

THE NIGHTINGALE

Lush, Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Road, East Tamaki.

Phone 279 8783.

Presents for the whole family

Prenzel of Whitford, 7 Whitford Wharf Road, Whitford Village.

Phone 530 8888. Open 7 Days, 10am-5pm. www.theprenzelshop.co.nz

NEW WORLD GIFT CARDS At New World we have $25, $50, $100 and generic cards that can be loaded from $5 to $1000.

The perfect gift for friends and relatives, allowing them to choose exactly what products they want at their local New World.

For example, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re making up a hamper of gifts, slip in a gift card or how about a gift card for a last minute Christmas gift.

New World Botany, Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Road, East Tamaki.

Phone 271 1800.

CHRISTMAS MADE SPECIAL

CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

Chocolate Cubes (pictured in two sizes) 200gm at $29.95 300gm at $39.95

Kids love to shop

Botany

From $1

They are gorgeous gifts for friends, colleagues and corporate.

Shop 7, Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road, Phone 535 2308.

$ 1,2,3 Plus

Highland Park Shopping Centre

Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road

www.highlandparkshoppingcentre.co.nz

12-piece box (pictured in front) We can gift wrap and add ribbon at no extra cost $19.95 Larger boxes available up to 77 pieces $121.95 1/323 Parnell Road, Parnell.

Open 7 Days â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11am-10pm. www.chocolateboutique.co.nz

Shop 7, Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road, Phone 535 2308.

$ 1,2,3 Plus

Highland Park Shopping Centre

Corner Aviemore Drive & Pakuranga Road

www.highlandparkshoppingcentre.co.nz

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Festive Dining

Time to start forming a

Fully Licensed & BYOW only

DINE IN OR TAKEAWAY

Leafy salad with walnuts and blue cheese

All Mains $10.00* Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday *Conditions apply

Ingredients: ½ cup walnuts 6 handfuls (150g) mixed salad greens, washed and dried 60-80g blue cheese, crumbled Ÿ cup lemon Dijon mustard vinaigrette

Dine in or takeaway. Any mains with rice, excluding seafood & tandoori

Free Delivery

us Indulge withas. this Christm Book your table now.

Min Order $30.00 eftpos available on deliveries Lunch Monday to Friday 11am-2:30pm Dinner 7 nights 4:30pm-late

Ph 537 0778

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14 Moore Street, Howick.

Ice Cream Clearance ICE CREAM, CONFECTIONERY, NOVELTIES AND PARTY LINES

Lots of Ice Cream Clearance Lines, Seconds & Factory Export Over-Runs

2-LITRE ICE CREAM EACH ONLY $

2

Method: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Place walnuts in an oven dish and roast them for 10 minutes until toasted but not blackened.

Put salad greens in large serving bowl, sprinkle with toasted walnuts and blue cheese. Just before serving drizzle with Dijon mustard vinaigrette and toss to combine.

Lemon Dijon mustard vinaigrette ž cup extra virgin olive oil Ÿ cup lemon juice 3 tsp wine vinegar 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp sugar ½ tsp salt and grinds of pepper 1 clove garlic crushed

Shake all ingredients together in a jar.

Dressing will keep in the fridge for a week.

Recipe: www.annabel-langbein.com

Glorious cassata Ingredients: 1 cup currants Âź cup Amaretto or rum or other liqueur 2 litres premium vanilla ice cream 1 cup finely chopped glace pineapple Zest of 1 lemon

1 cup unsalted pistachio nuts 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries

Add all other ingredients and work quickly to combine evenly.

Method: Mix currants with Amaretto or rum. Stand while preparing other ingredients.

Return mixture to freezer container or individual moulds, cover and freeze for at least four hours.

Scoop ice cream into a large bowl and microwave for 40-60 seconds or leave to soften on bench for 10 minutes.

Work with a heavy spoon to soften just enough for ingredients to be mixed through (do not allow to thaw fully).

Serve in slices or scoops. If desired, garnish with diced pistachios and spoon around vanilla syrup or maple syrup.

Cassata will keep in the freezer for up to two months. Do not refresh if melted.

Recipe: www.annabel-langbein.com

WIN A PAV!

The Pavlova has been an iconic kiwi dessert for decades and Cowellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have been making Pavlovas for almost as long.

Using the same secret recipe and the ďŹ nest ingredients, 87 Springs Rd, East Tamaki. Ph 274 4353.

Cowellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have delivered a quality, consistent product.

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Buy one for yourself, give to friends or send abroad.

To buy call into Times House, 50 Stonedon Dr, East Tamaki. Or order online @ www.times.co.nz Also available at: Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Howick, 87 Picton St, Howick. Ph 534 2490.

And: Howick Historical Village 128323

CHRISTMAS HAMS Traditionally cooked and smoked using natural New Zealand manuka.

Have some delicious kai before you fly!

Come in store now to view our full range of cooked and fresh meats.

2 Leonard Isitt Drive, Auckland Airport (Under the ibis budget Hotel) t info@szimpla.co.nz

LARGE SELECTION OF CHRISTMAS HAMS AVAILABLE 22 Ra Ora Dr, East Tamaki (Just off Highbrook Dr) Ph 274 4160 | reception@nzdeli.co.nz facebook.com/nzdeli | www.nzdeli.co.nz 127764

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Festive Dining

menu of yuletide treats Transfer the pork to an oven pan.

Drizzle with a little olive oil, then rub salt into the skin to help the crackling form.

BOOK NOW FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS FUNCTION OR LARGE GROUP

Roast for an hour and 15 minutes or until when pierced the meat juices run clear.

Cover and rest the pork for 10 minutes before carving.

Guide: When roasting pork, allow 30 minutes for 500g. The pork is full of flavour when cooked this way.

White Christmas clusters

Roasted pork Ingredients: ¾ cup walnuts

Spread the stuffing down the centre of the pork loin. Roll up and secure with string.

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Come and Celebrate Christmas with us

Open 7 days â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fresh Fish Market 8am-6pm; Takeaways Sun-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri & Sat 10am-7.30pm.

Hello, we are new in town!

WOOD FIRED PIZZA GOURMET PASTA & GRILL Contemporary Italian Cuisine inspired by authentic Italian recipes

Lunch & Dinner Special $23.90

Open 7 Days LUNCH Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday-Saturday 11.30am till 2.30pm (kitchen closes at 2pm) DINNER Burswood 298B Ti Rakau Drive, Monday Closed Tuesday-Thursday 6pm till 10pm Friday 6.00pm till late Saturday & Sunday 5.30pm till late

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 09 273 9797 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

ICE CREAM

Fully Licensed

BYO $2.00 Thai Restaurant

NZ KING SMOKED SALMON

AND MANY MORE SPECIALS IN STORE

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Stir in the rice bubbles, marshmallows and well chopped apricots.

Place pork loin skin-side down on a chopping board and season all over with salt and pepper.

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Serve scattered with the toasted sesame seeds.

Method: Place chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl and melt over a saucepan of simmering water or melt in a microwave.

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Cook asparagus in boiling salted water for two minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

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Rices Mall Howick Baker’s Delight Ph 537 4620

Paper Plus

Generous food donation The Cockle Bay School community has made a significant contribution to making Christmas better for those in need.

Ph 534 8715

Howick Village Butchery Ph 534 4010

Pupils in the school were asked to bring canned goods and a luxury item, such as chocolate, for a food drive on November 28.

Howick Sushi Ph 535 3565

Pakuranga & Howick Realty Ph 538 0090

The items were for food banks that are distributed by All Saints Anglican Church in Howick to local families.

Howick Salvation Army Store Ph 537 4267

Avenrose Florist Miss Poppins

The kids responded to the request with gusto, and combined they brought in more than 40 boxes of groceries and goodies.

Tim England Chartered Accountant

The festive season certainly is the time of giving in Cockle Bay.

Ph 534 8719 Ph 533 6158 Ph 532 9971

Cockle Bay School pupils gathered a bumper collection of grocery items for All Saints Anglican Church food banks.

Photo supplied / Maggie Thibaud, maddieaboutyou.com

Howick Men’s Hairdressers

Goods in return for services

Ph 535 8956

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Christmas presents for those less fortunate are flowing in to a chiropractic business.

Ph 535 8535

Cinnamon Brown Ph 534 7794

As it has done for more than a decade during the festive seasons, Creating Wellness in Pakuranga is offering an initial free consultation and scan, worth $67, in return for at least 10 donations of non-perishable goods for the Salvation Army.

Book Assist Ph 271 0692

The Beauty Room Ph 534 8840

Michael’s Emporium Ph 533 0442

Other goods, such as chocolates and hygiene products, are also welcome.

Sweet Treats Ph 533 6387

Owner Dr Tanja Glucina-Russell says the offer is about “giving back to the community and those families who are in need this Christmas, as well as giving people the gift of health”.

Anyone is welcome to take up the consultation offer, which runs until December 15.

People can deliver their gifts to Creating Wellness, at 253 Pakuranga Road or for more details, phone 572-0177.

Dr Tanja Glucina-Russell with donations at her chiropractic business practice.

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*Offer valid 01/12/2014 to 04/01/2015 or while stocks last. Q Card and GE Finance lending criteria, fees, terms & conditions apply.

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TAKAPUNA

75 Barrys Point Road Ph: 09 489 4472 FREE PARKING (5 Days Only)

NEWMARKET BOTANY 27 Crowhurst Street Ph: 09 523 4101 FREE PARKING

Inside Hunter Furniture in the “Botany Town Centre” behind Pak n Save, Ph: 09 271 6387

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clarinet player Nils Olsen, who also add vocals, are some of the funniest songs ever written in New Zealand.

Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the geezer in the house thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually the hardest to buy gifts for Christmas.

The commentaries of everyday life in Aotearoa are pure genius and hilarious in their word craft, as Howickians can testify to, after seeing him with the Trio and Too Many Chiefs in gigs at Uxbridge this year.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always delighted to receive socks and undies, but as most old men can be, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quietly grumbling on the inside: â&#x20AC;&#x153;If only I could get a present I really dig.â&#x20AC;?

After tracking up and down this land with his varied bands over the years, including the acclaimed Hot Club Sandwich, Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finally got all his brilliant songs down in recordings.

Well, help is at hand, especially if your dad enjoys music.

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a selection of CDs that may tickle his fancy, to rekindle memories of his glory days.

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backed by a band that features most of his family: son Jackie on power drums and gifted singing daughter Mahalia in the spotlights.

If dad knows Jimmy Barnes, chances are he enjoyed yahooing and having, at least, a few amber frothies in his heyday.

Barnesy did, which of course is a major understatement.

And on top of the superb recordings and Jimmy being in excellent vocal nick, the roll-call of world-class artists who have collaborated on the new takes is impressive.

But like a finely aged working-class man, Barnsey has matured and settled down â&#x20AC;&#x201C; survived, thankfully â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and so too probably has dad.

Kiwi connections are there too with Shihad blazing in unison on Love and Hate and Jon Stevens on Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Rather Be Blind.

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And thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no reason why father canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enjoy this rocking collection to celebrate Jimmyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 30 years as a solo artist, after a rollicking decade as legendary frontman of Cold Chisel.

A standout is the legendary Easybeats song of 1968, Good Times, this time collaborated with Whangarei-born Keith Urban, after Jimmy did it with the late Michael Hutchence in 1987.

This two-CD release is a real corker, with CD1 possessing brilliant, clean and crisp new recordings of Barnsey classics,

Steven Van Zandt jets in from his E Street Band and Springsteen commitments to star on his penned song Ride The Night Away, while all the Aussie stars are there

SOUNDS LIKE alongside Uncle Jimmy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; brother-in-law Diesel on Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Die To Be With You Tonight, The Living End on Lay Down Your Guns and Bernard Fanning on Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Still On Your Side.

After youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve thoroughly digested CD1, which is perfect for a summer road trip, CD2 features many more of Barnesyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beauts from 1984 to 2010.

If dad is like me, we go through phases when weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re into Barnseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music, and then we have to give it a break because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard it a lot.

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But you and dad will be chuckling when focusing in on the lyrics in I Think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Buy A Yacht, Three Little Words, I Hugged My Mate, Like Me, Like Me (The Facebook Song) and my favourite, Countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Buggered â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no offence.

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You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t laugh at every track on Ladies a Plate, as the Trio has delivered a couple of delicately tuneful covers of Lennon and McCartneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s You Wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t See Me and Mann and Evansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; No Moon At All, featuring Kirsten on vocals.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Kiwi WIN! A non-alcoholic Christmas summer drinks hamper favourite After a wild and wet winter, the light at the end of the year is almost here, so letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all give cheers for summer!

services of a succession of pines and the quantity of presents has greatly diminished over the years.

But, for some, a Kiwi Christmas wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be complete without the much-loved pohutukawa.

This must be because of the tree and cannot be explained by deteriorating behaviour on our part... surely not!

Truly a summer blessing, pohutukawa (Metrosideros excelsa) serve up a plethora of bright, red flowers at this time of year.

Pohutukawa may be able to withstand a few days indoors, festooned with decorations, but remember that, unlike the kids, they should not be spoilt rotten!

First adopted as Christmas trees by early European settlers, pohutukawa has since become an iconic Kiwi favourite, synonymous with the festive season.

Be sparing with fertiliser while the tree is indoors, as too much of a good thing can cause its flowers to fade.

The pohutukawa was first given the moniker of New Zealand Christmas tree in 1897 by Ferdinand von Hochstetter, an Austrian geologist, and Kiwis have been rocking around this particular evergreen ever since.

And pohutukawa offer a favourite stopping point for Santa. Since growing up, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve employed the

Primarily a native of the North Island, this tree is also found in the South Island in areas where frosts are moderate.

Tolerant of salt, these evergreens grow well in coastal regions, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re suited to growing in poor and rocky soil.

Although they can grow to more than 15 metres in height, the

stocky shape of the pohutukawa means itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well suited to gardens.

There are 12 Metrosideros species endemic to Aotearoa, including a number of dwarf varieties, such as the popular Tahiti Dwarf, or Kermadec pohutukawa (Metrosideros kermadecensis).

Much smaller than its mainland cousin, this native of the Kermadec Islands is often mistakenly identified as the NZ Christmas tree.

Taking a leaf from the books of many a young Kiwi looking to fly off overseas, today pohutukawa can be found in South-Eastern Australia, parts of South Africa and even California.

Yes, our humble native has come a long way from the shores of little old NZ. But, although heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hit Hollywood, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still in Aotearoa now, Dr Ropata!

So, while some may choose to rely on pine for this Christmas, we say, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s get native!

However, seeing as the boys in blue seem determined to blow our fun â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we mean, keep us safe! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; those sober of thought may consider a tipple or two, hold the alcohol, especially when driving.

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This prize pack includes:

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(known as Qi or Châ&#x20AC;&#x2122;i), these drinks may be a healthy option, but not at the expense of good taste.

Two bottles of Phoenix Sparkling Organic Grape

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And now owner The Better Drinks Co has made its â&#x20AC;&#x153;Marcâ&#x20AC;? on the popular cola market with a drink featuring real kola nuts and natural malt with no added chemicals.

A sampler pack of Châ&#x20AC;&#x2122;i Designed to invigorate and revitalise, CHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Herbal Lemon and CHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;I Lemon Grass and Lime varieties offer tasty ways to chill out this summer.

Developed from ancient Chinese blends once thought to enhance the energies of our bodies

Seeing certain Firebirds ascend from the ashes to win the recent Super Slam may have left a taste akin to ashes in the mouths of Auckland cricket fans.

However, thanks to new Phoenix Sparkling Organic Grape, we can at least allay the flavour of those grapes of wrath.

Refreshing, crisp and made from natural ingredients, Phoenix Sparkling Organic Grape joins a top team of drinks made for Kiwis by Kiwis.

And, after all a bird in a bottle is worth 11 on the pitch!

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Looking back, 25 years ago...

From the files of the Howick and Pakuranga Times, in 1989 Queues rile customers

DECEMBER 4, 1989: Queues at Howick Post Office have reached such lengths that customers claim theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re now seeking service at Pakuranga rather than face the long wait.

At times lines of customers stretch outside the Post Office door and some people face waits for service of more than 20 minutes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diabolic,â&#x20AC;? says Sandy Hillary.

She uses the Post Office every day and has come to expect waits of at least an hour a week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They should open the other Post Offices again â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Highland Park on Botany Road.â&#x20AC;?

Russell Plews also finds the thought of a long wait for customer service daunting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so long I go down to Pakuranga,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Twice weekly visits by Judy Churchouse mean her lunch break is decimated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It takes up to 10 minutes or more when I come here â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I would love to have something done about it,â&#x20AC;? she says.

Although Gabrielle Smith does not know if the long waits are the fault of the staff or not, she states â&#x20AC;&#x153;almost any other Post Office around would be betterâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes the queues stretch right out the door â&#x20AC;&#x201C; queues always queues.â&#x20AC;?

Historic calendar

DECEMBER 11: Residents in Whitford, Beachlands and Maraetai have the perfect present to send overseas relatives for Christmas.

Maraetai-Beachlands Lions Club and the Beachlands Round Table have joined forces to produce a 1990 calendar featuring old photographs of the area. It has been printed in sepia to give it an authentic look.

Some of the photos have been seen before in previous editions, but many have been published for the first time.

Some also come from private collections owned by long-standing residents.

Highlights of the calendar include photos of bullock teams being driven down the main road towards Maraetai and Whitford and Whites Aviation aerial pictures of Beachlands in the 1950s.

New ventures

DECEMBER 11: Youth leaders Sarah Vallings and Suzanne Thomson have the chance to put their talents to good use. The young women who lead a Rangers group in Pakuranga are going their own separate ways, with Suzanne travelling to Antarctica and Sarah to Uganda.

Suzanne was selected by the National Girl Guiding Association to join a group of four youth leaders exploring Antarctica for a month. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be one of many New Zealand groups centred at Scott Base. The focus is on survival techniques, for example, we build igloos and also help with maintenance around the base.â&#x20AC;?

Suzanne studies geography at Auckland University and looks forward to checking out the landforms of Antarctica. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be a great opportunity to see something hardly anyone else gets to see.â&#x20AC;?

And if Suzanne likes what she sees it may be a chance to look at following a career in Antarctic research.

Sarah will travel to Uganda to work in a nursery school.

She travels â&#x20AC;&#x153;into the unknownâ&#x20AC;? for two months on her own initiative. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done a bit of travelling before and saw an article in the paper about the nursery.â&#x20AC;?

Sarah thought she would like to go to Uganda and sent a letter to the nursery school to see if her services would be useful. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s training to be a doctor and feels the experience could be good contact for her career.

EN T M N AI T ENTERwith Chris Harrowell

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Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga Until tonight, open 9am-8.30pm THE Te Tuhi Student Art Exhibition is a visual showcase of works created by people attending classes at the awardwinning public art gallery in Pakurangaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reeves Road.

It features more than 100 original pieces in a range of styles and mediums and is held to publicly celebrate the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; artistic achievements throughout the year.

Viewers are welcome to vote for the work they feel is most deserving of the peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice award. Entry is free.

Music concert

All Saints Anglican Church, 17 Selwyn Road, Howick Tonight, at 7pm THE spring series of the Thursdays @ Seven classical music concerts ends tonight with a public performance entitled Dancing Day. Conductor Neil Guyan will lead a showcase featuring the Pakuranga Evening Class Madrigal Choir and All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choir accompanied by harpist Yi Jin. The concert programme includes a range of traditional Christmas carols and music and audience members are welcome to sing along.

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Uxbridge Creative Centre, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick Friday-Saturday, from 9am-4.30pm and 10am-1.30pm THE annual Muka Youth Prints art exhibition and sale is staged at the public arts centre in Howickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Uxbridge Road this Friday and Saturday.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designed to help young people get better acquainted with the practice of understanding and buying affordable contemporary art.

A number of original lithograph artworks will be publicly displaying in the show and are available for purchase.

Entry is free and open only to people aged 17 and under.

Christmas production

Picton Centre, 120 Picton Street, Howick Until Sunday, shows at 4pm and 6.50pm THE Great Christmas Show is publicly staged at the Picton Centre in Howick from tonight until Sunday.

The production begins at 6.50pm on December 11, 12 and 13, and at 4pm on December 14. Organisers say people who go along will enter a â&#x20AC;&#x153;magical wonderland walk-through, enjoy a typical pantomime with Santa

Claus and finally a Christian nativity sceneâ&#x20AC;?.

Entry is free, but donations are appreciated and will go to the Christian charity Tear Fund.

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Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Central Auckland February 17, at 8pm BRITISH actor, writer, comedian and travel documentary presenter Michael Palin stages a one-man public show in Central Auckland next February.

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He will publicly discuss his travels, life story, and well-known work as a member of the iconic British comedy group Monty Python.

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MECOSS workshop

DOES your organisation receive Lotteries or COGS funding? This is your chance to hear about the Department of Internal Affairs new grant management system. Learn about Real Me login, create an individual profile, outcome thinking, top six changes to the rules, and how to make a quality application.

Community advisors will be available afterwards to help profile secretaries and groups register in the new system. The workshop is on December 12, 10am to noon at the Haseler Hall, Selwyn Road, Howick. Entry is free. For enquiries, email admin@mecoss.org.nz.

Swing music

BRING your family and friends on December 12 at 7.30pm for a Christmas swing/jazz band concert and carols with the Noel Binns Band at St Peter’s Church, corner Udys and Reeves Roads, Pakuranga. It’s a fundraising event, tickets $5 at the door.

Yuletide ukuleles

JOIN us for Christmas cheer with the Ukes of Howick, followed by a scrumptious morning tea, on December 12 at 11am at Highland Park Library. On December 13 at 10.30am, join the once-a-term wriggle and rhyme session especially for dads and babies.

Jobs workshop

A JOB search workshop for new migrants is at the Highland Park Community House on December 12 from 9.30am to 3pm. Registration is essential, and for more information, email cab.pakuranga@xtra. co.nz, or phone 576-8331.

Ideas for presents

CLASSY Crafts Indoor Market offers unique NZ-made Christmas gifts, decorations, jewellery, woodcraft, merino/possum knitwear, home-wares and much more. It’s on Saturdays, 9am to 1pm, inside All Saints Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick.

Charity concert

SWINGIN’ and Jinglin’ is a celebration of classical hits, big band standards and jazzed up festive favourites with the St Andrew’s Big Band with Auckland Wind Orchestra on December 13, 3pm and 7pm at St Andrew’s Church Centre, 11 Vincent Street, Howick. Entry is $10, with funds raised going to Habitat for Humanity. For bookings, phone 535-4403, or email admin@howpres.org.nz.

Blooming orchids

THE next meeting of the Howick Orchid Society will be the final one for the year, in the Fencible Lounge, Uxbridge Road, Howick, on December 14 at 1.30pm. There will be no speaker, but bring your plants for display and the meeting will conclude with afternoon tea.

Santa will make a surprise visit. For more information, phone Anton on 537-1251.

Accordion performance

THE Seniors Friendship Club meets at Bucklands Beach Bowling Club on the first and third Friday of each month from 12.45-3pm for entertainment, music, bingo and trips. Tea and biscuits, come and make friends, only $3. Lionel Reekie, a top accordionist, entertains on December 12. For more information, phone Olive on 5346938 or Ann on 533-9991.

Choral singers

A RHAPSODY of Christmas is Pakuranga Choral Society’s concert in All Saints Church on December 14 at 2pm. It’s a feast of Christmas songs with audience participation and mulled wine to cheer you through the festive season.

Family show

CHRISTMAS in Burswood is on December 14 from 5.30-8pm, in Burswood Park, with live music, carols, and a visit from Santa. It will be fun for the whole family. For more information, phone East City Wesleyan Church on 273-9044.

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UXBRIDGE Walking Group’s last ramble for the year will be on December 15 at 9.30am, followed by the usual year break-up morning tea. Please bring a small plate. Janet and John Zaadstra will be retiring from organising the walks after 25 years of service to the group, which will start again on January 12 with new organiser Rex Wood, phone 534-2712.

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LISTEN to the Vintage Jazz Band play its final show of the year from 7.30-10pm at the Nixon Centre, Sale Street, Howick, on December 12. Entry costs members $10, non $15. Cash bar, all welcome. Phone Peter on 534-4541.

Seaside market

BEACHLANDS mini market and car boot sale is at the Beachlands Chartered Club on December 13 from 9am to noon. Bring the family along for a fun morning with a variety of stalls, sausage sizzle, quick-fire raffles, country music, face-painting and Santa will be there from 10.30am. The cafe opens from 7am for breakfast, brunch and coffee. Collect up your unwanted items and have a car boot sale for $10, or stall for $20. Phone/text Sheryl on 536-6947 or 027-8069519 to book.

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UNIVERSITY researchers want to develop ways to sustainably encourage older people to opt for ageing well. A pilot study is taking place in the Howick ward and is looking for more participants for the Senior Chef programme and the Steady As You Go exercise programme. For more information, phone study coordinator Janet on 021-073-1775.

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Lynn Plows, food and technology teacher at Pakuranga Intermediate School, played judge, while Riverina principal Doreen Martin cheered for the kids in the school hall.

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PUBLIC NOTICE of application for on-licence, off-licence, or club licence (or application for variation of conditions of on-licence, off-licence, or club licence) Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Woo & Woo Limited, Unit 9, 14 Bishop Lenihan Place, East Tamaki, Auckland, KoreanChinese Restaurant has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Auckland Council (Manukau) for the issue of an on licence in respect of the premises situated at Jinzzaroo Restaurant, Unit 9, 14 Bishop Lenihan Pl, East Tamaki, Auckland.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday 10.00am - 1.00pm.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at: 4 Osterley Way, Manukau Auckland.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Auckland, Council, 4 Osterley Way, Manukau, Auckland No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of CD224160 Alcohol Act 2012.

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The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday 8am until 1am.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee Kotuku House, 4 Osterley Way, Manukau City.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Kotuku House, 4 Osterley way, Manukau.

No objection the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105 (1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

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This is the only publication of this notice.

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Public Notices of application for on-licence, off-licence, or club licence (or application for variation of conditions of on-licence, off-licence, or club licence) Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Hyung Jae Family Food Ltd, (Director Jong Seung Ahn), Unit B4, 9 Gooch Place, Sommerville Manukau, Auckland, Restaurateur has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Auckland Council, Southern for the issue of a On-Licence in respect of the premises situated at Unit B4, 9 Gooch Place, Sommerville, Manukau, Auckland.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 9.00am to 1.00am the following day.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Auckland Council, Southern, 4 Osterley Way, Manukau Auckland.

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No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

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A STOVE Problem? Ph East City Stove Repairs Ph 0274 516 454 or 576 6756 a/h

QUALITY CATERING AT affordable prices, celebrations, lunches or any occasion. 12yrs exp. Ph Debbie, Delicious Dining 537-1312 or 021 180 9878

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FENCING & TRELLIS

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info@ dlcabinetmaking.co.nz

VINYL LAYER 25 yrs exp.

Karl 027 2481167 or 576 7936 a/h

HAYNES GLASS

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Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

Experienced owner/operator.

No job too big or small.

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Ph 09 274 6471

GLASS & GLAZING

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DIGGER AND BOBCAT HIRE

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MARKS

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FLOORING & SERVICES

EARTHMOVING

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

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PAINTER int/ext roof, free quote, qual work Korean Painters Ph Charlie 533 5328 or 027 245 0807

All work guaranteed

WALLPAPERING specialist. Strip, hang, Ph Andrew 027 4600048 or 5244 111

FOR ALL your plasterboard requirements.

Gibcove, cornice, fibrous, old walls skimmed for painting. For a prof finish call Martin 021948175 5375426

Certifying Plumber â&#x2013;ş Hot Water Cylinders â&#x2013;ş Bathrooms & Kitchens â&#x2013;ş General Maintenance â&#x2013;ş Work Guaranteed â&#x2013;ş Howick, B/Bch, Pknga

QUALITY PAVING LTD Rob 022 4300 745

CD215949

New / Repairs Paths, patios, drives, garden edging & more Years of experience Quality workmanship

PAVING & Landscaping.

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027 594 1243 537 4796

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Over 25 years experience.

All work guaranteed.

Apply for Pensioner Rates.

Gary (09) 533 8416 or 021 709 215

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

Bennett Plumbing and Drainage Ltd Your local maintenance Plumbers & Drainlayers 34 years in the area.

Prompt, reliable service.

Phone attended.

Call us now:576 7137 - 535 7209

0800 BENNETT

CD218017

GALLAGHER PLUMBING

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish Ph: 0800 789 248

STORAGE Specials. Pick up service avail. Cond apply. Ph 0508 668 348 or sales@aucklandmovers. co.nz

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022 - 389 9866

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JOB TRAINING

For free quote or advice

Ph: GEOFF 535 2773 021 271 3580

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UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS Quality recovers, antiques, custom-made furniture, headboards, loose covers.

Free quotes, local pickup/delivery 534-4109 / 0212997162 www.nicheupholstery.com

A-CLASS TREE SERVICES

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES

All tree & hedge work Rubbish removal Garden Clearouts Free Quotes Fully Insured

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BRUCE (021) 653-425 534-2595 Also Pauanui

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Bachelor of Health Sciences

Lawnmowing Business Sale

AAA TREE/Hedge services, quality job, bargain price, free quote Russ 0212299155

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PEST CONTROL Flies, Ants, Mozzies, Spiders,

BRIAN Certifying Plumber

CAT Eastern Beach area.

Adult male, short haired, white with grey/blk markings on face & back, dark thin tail. Very timid, likely hiding. Please search your properties. We miss him terribly! Ph 021 2937922 if seen!

BUSINESS FOR SALE

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CAT Eastern Beach area.

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UPHOLSTERERS

STORAGE

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

All tree work

TREE SURGEON (17 YRS) â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We Lop, Top, Chop, Drop and Mop up on the Spotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Unit 19, 325 Ti Rakau Dr, East Tamaki.

Ph: 273 5519 or 022 330 8633 Open 10am to 9.00pm

TREES & Stumps. Terry.

47yrs exp. 530 8741 or 0274 989 080

For all your plumbing needs.

All work by

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Massage/ Foot Massage

â&#x20AC;˘ GREAT RATES

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Plumbing Ltd

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PRAXIS Arboriculture Ltd. Call us for a free quote for any tree work. NZ Dip Arb. Fully Insured. praxisarb@ gmail.com Ph 021 402 508 or 09 555 0492

Gary Hanson

PLASTERING inside & out. Large/ small jobs, wall holes. Ph Joe 021 027 03803

All Tree Work - Fully Insured - Garden Mulch Over 20yrs Exp.

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Exp operator, Ph Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 or 530 8136

JOB TRAINING

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FIXING & STOPPING, plasterboard and fibrous plaster. Small jobs okay. Ph 021-902176 or 021-957912

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PAVING

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PHILâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

SEE VIEWS Experienced operator. Call Nash 577 1030 or 021 494636

MASSAGE for sports or relaxing. Great rates. New place. Ph John 022 0744 323

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REPAINTS 40 yrs exp. Refs avail. Rob 021 184 8173 or rpskiwi@gmail.com

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

EARTH GROOMERS, Landscaping, all tree work/ stumps, hedges. Rubbish remov. Discount rate Snrs Ph James 537 0037, 021 866 125

KEVIN TURNER, free quotes, neat, fast, guaranteed. 535 7321 or 027 496 9784

FOCUS ON FEET. Home visits. Professional Gentle Care. Marlena RN Ph 5331150

Our sister paper The Howick and Botany Times will be published on a Thursday commencing January 2015 To advertise Ph: 271 8055

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PAINT & PLASTER, 20yrs exp LBP national Cert. fixing, cladding n finishing system, any job, free quote Alan 021861169

534 3551 or 0274 930 181

PLASTERERS

STOPPING, Skim coats, coving. 15yrs exp. Ph Andy 027 233 2106

Ph Ross 521-2777 or 021-944899

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area Ph Warren or Brett

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All domestic & commercial requirements. Free quote, prompt service.

Regd. Master Painter.

Certifying plumbing, gas and drainage ďż˝ Hot water cylinders ďż˝ Bathrooms, kitchens ďż˝ New and repairs ďż˝

WINDOW CLEANING

FACIAL foot, body prof massage. Edgewater Dr, Pknga 5763666, 022 136 5544

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PAINTING & DECORATING

Commercial/Domestic NZQA Approved Handler Ants - Spiders - Flies Cockroaches - Borer - Bed Bugs - Carpet Beetles - Fleas - Rodents - Wasps - Bees Call Allen 576 9697 027 612 9890 palmerspestcontrol@gmail.com

Hill Plumbing

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

Call Nick 537 4602 or 029 7700581

HEALTH & BEAUTY

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PAINTER 34 yrs experience. For top quality job at best price. Call Mark 021 276 2535.

PALMERS PEST

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& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows

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BRANCH MANAGER

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WATERBLASTING

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Pest Control Service Call Barrie 021 0430 306 Approved Handler

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HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

TREE SERVICES

Handy Andy Plumbing

BUGS AWAY

0800 24 LOCK

Pavers at factory prices

PLUMBERS

WASHING machine repairs. Fridges, dryers etc.

Same day service. Ph 2743554. Botany.

WATERBLASTING R

CHEMWASH Safe, low pressure, exterior cleaning Houses, Roof treatments, Paths, Drives, Decks CALL YOUR LOCAL OPERATOR CRAIG 535-5661 K54159

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Please email application with brief work history to: revivepaint.plaster@xtra.co.nz

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STRAWBERRY PICKERS & PACKERS

Carpenter Joiner

HOMEBASED CHILDCARE EDUCARERS

45+ hrs p/w. Immediate Start

WAIT STAFF

MEDICAL Receptionist person required. 13001800. Tuesday plus additional availability for leave cover. We are a friendly, busy GP practice located in central Howick and we look forward to hearing from applicants with Medtech32 experience Ph 534 7176 PERSON Housewk & occ light gardening. Dannemora area. Casual when reqd.

Refs. $13-$15p/h neg on exp. Ph 2748-709

RECEPTIONIST & ADMIN SUPPORT

Part time position available for an experienced Receptionist, based in our new East Tamaki premises.

If you enjoy helping others this position may be for you.

We are a successful global engineering firm, for more info visit: www.spiraxsarco.com Please email your application or queries to: jenny@spirax.co.nz

Pakuranga Plaza

Please bring your CV to the restaurant.

SENIOR Hair Dresser, min 5 yrs exper in colour + cut.

Please call 271 6089

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Engineering minded, either machine shop or fabricating (both preferably) confident to meet people, and have the skills to introduce top quality high valve engineering machinery, we just may have the position for you. You will be backed by a confident team that will help you over the technical aspects and assists in closing sales. Some mechanical work.

Remuneration is by a base salary topped by tired commission, which will clearly put a go-getter in the higher earning bracket.

Please send your CV to Andrew@leabourn-rose.co.nz

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TIGHT CONTEST: From left, the B52s’ Jackson Spier is tagged out at third base by Dane Hill; Nish Chand earns a free walk after getting by a pitch; the victorious Hori Hawks; and Mike Taliaferro on the mound.

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Divisional grade rivals do battle on diamond for shield TWO huge plays by youngster Isaac Shailer helped Howick Pakuranga (HP) Baseball Club’s Hori Hawks defend the Zingo Tromsky Shield against the HP B52s at Lloyd Elsmore Park on Sunday.

The shield is put on the line

each time the fierce senior divisional grade rivals face one another.

The Hori Hawks, formerly called the Yankees, had won the silverware for the first time in a number of attempts the week prior.

The B52s started strong, scoring five runs in the first innings.

In the top of the sixth inning with the B52s leading 9-8, 14-yearold Isaac showed express pace from shortstop to take a fly ball with a diving catch beyond the third base foul line, to get the

second out.

“It was just immense,” says Hawks captain Kevin Nepia. “He has done it before, he just never quits on a play.”

In the Hawks’ next turn to bat, Isaac tied the game by stealing home from third base.

athlete with an incredible unbeaten record over the past four years.

A double Olympic champion, at Beijing in 2008 and London in 2012, she has won four gold and one silver at world championships, and three gold and a silver at both world indoor and Commonwealth Games.

Such has been her dominance that this year she achieved the supreme honour of being voted World Athlete of the Year.

Like Ko, Adams is absolutely dedicated to her sport and is likely to become our greatest Olympic athlete by striking gold yet again at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Meanwhile, the omission of Jesse Ryder from the 30 candidates the NZ cricket selectors have named for 15 places in the Black Caps ODI World

Cup squad comes as no surprise.

Despite Ryder’s alcohol problems, the selectors still gave him a chance in selecting him for the national A team’s tour of the United Arab Emirates. That he should fail to tour because of “personal reasons” was his choice. But, in doing so, he shot himself in the foot.

Which is a shame, really, because he is such an exciting talent when he is blasting the ball to the boundary with such nonchalant ease, and he can also be a useful bowler.

Unfortunately his disruptive antics when under the influence make him a loner, not a team man, making him one of many naturally gifted sports characters who failed to reach their true potential.

Meanwhile, in Ryder’s absence

“He loves having a crack, it was brilliant,” says Nepia.

“It was good to see him pull it off.”

The Hawks scored one more run to take the win with the B52s unable to add to their tally in the top of the final seventh inning.

Adams and Ko are both superstars O

NE is a six foot, four inch and 120-kilogram Amazonian shot putter, the other a relatively tiny five foot, five inch golfer. But whoever you favour to win the Halberg Awards NZ Supreme Sportsperson prize there is no denying Val Adams and Lydia Ko are superstars.

Last year it was the delightfully humble Ko whose claims are even greater this time after her first season on the LPGA tour as a professional bagged her $2,089,033.

That included three wins, two seconds and nine other top 10 finishes.

Amazingly, she has never failed to make the cut in open company, both as a professional and amateur, in 40 tournaments.

Little wonder then that, at the tender age of 17, she was voted Rookie

Agnew’s Angle of the Year with the temperament and potential to become the greatest woman golfer the world has seen.

What makes Ko’s progress so fascinating is that the competition is strong, especially that coming from a growing group of Asians who have a similar work ethic to the Koreanborn Lydia, who trains 35 hours a week.

While Ko’s talent and self-effacing nature have made her such a loved personality, Adams is also an amazing

it will be interesting to see whether Brendon McCullum, a natural number five, is promoted to opener as he was so successfully in the drawn test series against Pakistan.

With McCullum, Tim Southee and Trent Boult rested, it will be interesting to see how well others challenge for World Cup berths in the remaining ODI games against Pakistan.

That is especially true with Daniel Vettori and Anton Devcich joining a bunch of spinners that includes Nathan McCullum, Roneel Hira and Rob Nicol in their bid for selection in the final 15.

Devcich’s claims were strengthened by his strong batting performance during the New Zealand A team’s tour which preceded the top team’s Twenty20 and ODI series.

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UNNYHILLS is just the third club in the history of Tennis Aucklandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Caro Bowl competition to win consecutive premier womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s championships.

At Saint Kentigern College last Friday, the Zealandia Sunnyhills team of Sacha Jones, Kairangi Vano, Kelly Drew, Annabel Ellis and CT Ampornachariya defeated Parnell four matches to two, in a repeat of the 2013 decider.

Earlier in the week, Jones had defended her Auckland womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s singles title by beating Rosie Cheng 6-2, 6-4, at Scarbro Tennis Centre.

The pair met again in the top doubles match in the Caro Bowl final, with Jones and Vano downing Cheng

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With Drew and Ellis losing the bottom doubles 4-6, 3-6, the tie was all square going into the four singles matches. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were happy with that,â&#x20AC;? coach Peter Langsford told the Times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought, and I told the girls, that [Parnell] would to have to win two doubles to beat us. Once we split the doubles 1-1, we were in the driving seat and the favourites.â&#x20AC;?

Jones went on to defeat Cheng for the third time in as many days, winning the number one singles 7-5, 6-2.

Drew extended the lead with a 6-1, 6-4 victory, and Vano took out the first set of her 6-4, 3-6, 0-6 loss to Nola to give Sunnyhills an insurmountable advantage if it came down to a countback.

With Ampornachariya leading in the number four singles match, her opponent withdrew to seal the championship for Sunnyhills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew we had a strong team, and that we had a pretty good chance of winning the whole way through,â&#x20AC;? says Langsford. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a complete team effort and we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to rely on the same players. We used seven players this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a good feeling when they won and they were proud of what they had done, and so they should have been.â&#x20AC;?

Sunnyhills joins Parnell and Remuera as the only clubs to defend the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Caro Bowl title since the competition was split into menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tournaments in 1991.

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