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An old home and cottage sledged down a Bucklands Beach slope onto a barge at the end of last year have made it safely to their new abode in Mangonui in the Far North.

Margot Horton spied the buildings while visiting Mangonui at Christmas and sent this photo to the Times.

Tim Lloyd and his crew of ex-commercial fishermen and handymen took ownership of the houses that were offered for free on condition they were

removed from their original site which has been subdivided into four sections.

The larger, double storey house was built in 1988 and the early 1900s cottage behind it was built by Auckland magnate Alfred Buckland (for whom Bucklands Beach is named) for his daughter.

The houses are now sited on Mr Lloyd’s farm near Doubtless Bay in Mangonui in Northland and he said he just intended to “live in them”.

Mum admits assault A

Howick woman who told media she was bashed for speaking Maori outside a bar in the early hours of New Year’s Day has pleaded guilty to assault.

Shona Maiden admitted the charge when she appeared in the Manukau District Court on Monday. The court confirmed to the Times Maiden is scheduled to appear for sentencing on March 3. Police investigated an incident that occurred outside the 123 Karaoke bar in Meadowlands, Howick on Friday, January 1 and a decision was made to prosecute the 46-year-old female and a 43-year-old male.

As part of the investigation, police viewed CCTV footage of the alleged incident.

The version of events given by Maiden was not substantiated by the footage, police said in a statement last week.

The police will not be making any further comment as the mat-

ter is before the courts.

Last week the Times reported a Howick mum claimed she was assaulted on New Year’s Day after leaving a pub because she bid farewell in Maori, according to a media outlet.

The NZ Herald reported that single mother Maiden was heading home after celebrating New Year’s Eve with friends at her local bar – 123 Casino Karaoke Bar, in Meadowlands – when she was assaulted.

She told the newspaper she lost five teeth after she was punched repeatedly in the head by a man who angrily asked why she was speaking Te Reo. She repeated the claims on the television news as well.

At the bar’s closing time, Ms Maiden, who is of European and Maori descent, claimed she said “ka kite ano” (see you later) to people standing outside. The mother-of-four said a man then

PAIR CHARGED: A Howick mum claimed she was assaulted on New Year’s Day after leaving the 123 Karaoke bar in Meadowlands because she bid farewell in Te Reo.

swore and yelled at her, questioning why a “palagi” (Samoan for European) would use such words, the Herald reported.

Ms Maiden told reporters she responded, telling the man to “f*** off.” He then punched her several times, she claimed.

Ms Maiden said the man who allegedly attacked her looked to be of Pacific descent.

She went with a friend to Mid-

dlemore Hospital for treatment.

“I’ve lost five teeth, my top plate is cracked ... my lip is out there, I can’t eat yet,” she told the paper.

“I just burst into tears when I saw in the mirror that I had no teeth.”

Her father, John Maiden, is upset at what happened to his daughter and says he wants something done about safety in the area around the bar, the NZ Herald reported. “I’m just bloody angry.”

A man was killed in an alleged hit-and-run in the carpark outside the karaoke bar in October 2014. He was out celebrating his wife’s birthday.

Father of three and popular sports coach Richard Samuels who lived at Maraetai Beach with his wife of 20 years, Alaina, and their children Rosalie, Dominic and Rueben – was reportedly hit by a car during a confrontation with another man in the carpark near the 123 Casino Karaoke Bar.

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that all that hard work had not come to fruition,” she says.

“To have something like that is heart-wrenching.”

Having spent $20,000 and only given one chance the pressure went on. The Clarks found that nothing was chromosomally wrong with either of them.

Mr Clark says as a last resort the couple felt they should head to the USA where success rates were higher from younger, healthier and proven donors, plus the donors were paid.

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hen Louise and Darren Clark embarked on a six-week visit to Nashville USA at the start of this year, they were ready for an adventure, not just of the tourist type. The Botany Downs couple was also on a serious mission to start a family.

In October 2014 the Times spoke to the couple who wanted to spread the message about the need for young Kiwi women to consider donating their eggs to help childless couples like them.

Unlike in the USA where young women can be paid $5000 to $100,000 for a donated egg, New Zealand’s advisory committee on reproductive technology (Acart) has put guidelines in place to guard against birth becoming a commodity.

However, the Clarks were determined to pursue their dream of conceiving a child in New Zealand rather than beat a well-worn path to the USA. Mrs Clark says 120 women responded to their appeal although not all were compatible. Arrangements with two acceptable donors fell through and then, tragically, Mrs Clark had a miscarriage with the third embryo.

“It was gutting, to know

Clarks would share half with another childless couple.

“That’s a big selling point for us, that she’s proven,” Mrs Clark says.

Mr Clark says sharing a cycle is a bonus.

“It’s good for those out to achieve a dream but it’s out of reach financially when we can share the costs with another couple.”

In comparison with the eye-watering costs of the treatment at USA West Coast clinics, the Nashville exercise will cost the Clarks about $50,000, including accommodation, fares and other spending money.

Mrs Clark started drugs to time her cycle with the donor’s in mid-December.

The embryo is programmed to be transferred on January 24-25 and a heart beat is expected three-four weeks later.

When they return to New Zealand on February

JOURNEY TO BIRTH: Darren and Louise Clark have gone to Nashville, USA, in the hopes that they will return to New Zealand with the beginnings of a family.

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27 after ongoing monitoring by the USA clinic, they expect to know the sex and how many babies Mrs Clark is carrying.

There is a 40 per cent chance of twins which is welcomed by the Clarks who want a family of more than one child.

The couple say they have no regrets about trying for a child first in New Zealand because if they had gone straight to the USA they would have always wondered. However, they are pleased that the American

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Pakuranga fare well Pakuranga Athletic Club proudly made the winners’ podium on the final day of the North Island Colgate Games on Sunday January 10.

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system requires the donor to be anonymous compared with New Zea1and where donors often want to keep in touch with the baby which can be threatening to the parents.

Mr Clark says these women are giving a generous gift.

“But stipulating that once a year they must have faceto-face or email contact can be threatening. You don’t know whether they will judge you about how you bring up the child as it gets older.”

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What a load of rubbish People have been dumping their rubbish on a vacant lot in Ormiston

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ing New Zealand need to manage their rentals better also, so dumping doesn’t happen.”

Another concerned citizen Gayle Unkovich rightly pointed out: “Imagine what it’s going to be like when the council starts charging us all for rubbish bags or bins.”

On being contacted Ian Stupple manager Waste Solutions, Auckland Council said: “Illegal dumping is a highly undesirable behaviour with negative social and financial impacts, and costs ratepayers more than $1 million every year to clean up.

“The council has introduced a range of new measures to stop the practice including a new enforcement team for investigating incidents, and changes to the way we collect inorganics. Instead of collecting inorganic items from the street, we now collect from inside people’s property boundaries, so we can reduce mess and hazards in our streets.

“The inorganic collection changes began in September last year, and we have been encouraged to see illegal dumping volumes drop across the region, compared to the same period last year.

“If illegal dumping is on council land, council is responsible for clearing it. In this case, the land is owned privately, so the owners will be responsible for clearing the rubbish.”

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he rubbish is piling up.

Old toys, sofas, mattresses, TVs, building waste, strollers, cardboard boxes, rubbish bags, cuts a sorry picture in a spanking new township, the Ormiston Town Centre, slated to be the most exciting and innovative urban development in New Zealand.

When Times photographer Wayne Martin first spotted the big section of land at the corner of Pencaitland Drive and Ormiston Road, that sits across Pak’nSav Ormiston, being converted into a dump yard, he was appalled with people showing complete disregard for the environment.

As he started shooting pictures, he spotted a truck and four or five cars draw up to dump their rubbish there.

However, on spotting a keen lens man, they took a quick u-turn and drove away.

The owner of the prime property was reportedly shocked when he returned from his Christmas holiday to see the large section being used for illegal dumping without his consent.

As the story goes to press, we witnessed the crew of Rapid Rent a Fence hurriedly cordoning off the area with temporary fencing, which will be around for at least 12 months.

Murray Yeoman of the tem-

Mountain: Illegal dumping at the corner of Pencaitland Drive and Ormiston Road, that sits across Pak’nSave Ormiston.

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porary fencing company said they got a call from the owner of the section saying he’d like to hire their services to put up the fence. “I didn’t realise how bad it was till I came here and saw it,” said Mr Yeoman.

Once the fencing is done, the owner will reportedly have a couple of trucks to remove the rubbish.

People in the neighbourhood said the land belongs to McDonalds.

When the video of the illegal dumping of rubbish was posted on the Times facebook page, it got plenty of feedback.

Shanell Rickard Simms responded saying: “I drove past the place two weeks ago and seen quite a bit of rubbish, then went past again today and BOOM, looks like a rubbish tip!

How embarrassing for the new Pak’n Save directly across the road! We actually witnessed a guy with his little kids, who were helping unload their rubbish, and collecting too.”

Carol Hill was enraged as she commented saying:“It’s disgusting - have people no pride or respect? Same thing happened over in Mangere not that long ago. The people who are responsible for this - ask yourself - would you like to see this happen on a section next door to you! I think not!

A regular reader of the Times Ro Harris shared: “Saw another large pile forming road side down from Brookby School towards Alfriston as we drove past today...grrrrrr... council needs to bring back in organics. And WINZ / Hous-

New town centre underway The Ormiston Town Centre under development at Flat Bush is expected to be more than a shopping centre.

Once complete the 19 hectare development will include retail, cafes, restaurants, commercial office space, medical facilities, apartments, town houses, a library and multi-use facility and an aquatic centre.

Auckland Council owns 90 per cent of the town centre land.

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Initial work in the stage one area is underway. A 6000 square metre Pak’n’Save supermarket opened last November and an initial 63 terraced houses will be completed early this year (2016).

The private sector is contributing an estimated $2.8 billion. Several developers are involved, including Todd Property which is developing the town centre, the Hugh Green Group, Howick Parklands and Green Land Investment.

The project is expected to be completed between 2019 and 2021.

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Future leaders

Where are our brightest going?

As school leavers ready themselves to tackle the next stage of their young lives. The Times asked the student leaders of south-eastern secondary schools three questions: What I learnt from school? What I want to study at university? Where do I see myself five years from now?

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Howick College Georgia Beasley, Ingham House leader

Aryaman Taore, Head boy ■■ At school we were told to sit down for lunch for 15 minutes, or we were told to solve the value of x in maths. For five years I never understood why. Yet now as I head into the busy world I’d do anything for a 15-minute break; or to find the x number of friends I want to meet once again. Like the gorgeous Kerryn Higham once said: “School has not only taught us what the text books say, but also skills we will carry with us for life.”

■■ Tertiary study - I am an Indian boy, so ask my parents. Jokes apart, I would like to pursue business and technology innovation.

■■ I would like to revolutionise a wide variety of fields in technology and medicine.

Hannah Bennett, Head girl ■■ I learnt to be open and willing to try new things. There are many different opportunities in life.

But it’s often the opportunities

botany downs secondary college: Aryaman and Hannah.

that are out of our comfort zone and not the ones we would usually take, that make us grow the most as people.

■■ Tertiary study - chemical and materials engineering and commerce conjoint.

■■ I want to work at an engineering firm.

■■ The most valuable thing was to question everything. No matter how strange, silly, or irrelevant my questions were, teachers always took the time to answer.

Through this, my curiosity became a pathway for my learning.

■■ Tertiary study - veterinary medicine, zoology or natural sciences.

■■ I see myself making a difference, using my passion for animals and the natural environment to educate people on the importance of conservation. I want to travel the world, experience its diversity, shedding light on some of the darker issues of our planet and giving the public reasons to save it.

Elaine Ryan, Bell House leader ■■ School has taught me a lot academically. However, there is much more to it than that. It has given me great friends, fantastic

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opportunities to meet amazing people, and to have some truly memorable experiences. It has also taught me about myself as a person and who I am in relation to the world around me.

■■ Tertiary study – architecture.

■■ I hope to have finished my study, had the chance to do some travel, and join the workforce in a field I am passionate about.

UJ Fungavaka, Irvine House leader ■■ The lessons I take from school will probably be the ones I will need during everyday life, for example, punctuality, time management and leadership.

■■ Tertiary study – dance is some-

thing I love to do and would like to further my knowledge about it.

■■ I see myself attending the Royal New Zealand Police College if my sporting dreams don’t work out as planned.

Hannah Young, Bacot House leader ■■ I learnt how to manage my time and how to problem solve.

It sounds silly but I learnt how to ‘learn’.

■■ Tertiary study - Bachelor of Midwifery at AUT. ■■ In five years, I hope to be a self-employed midwife with my own case load of patients, and be a midwife that other students look up to. ➤➤Turn to page 6

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learnt the importance of values, such as hard work, resilience, determination and many others through the college norms, which I have subconsciously begun to apply in day-to-day life.

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ormistor senior college: Clockwise from top left: Anmol, Shenisia, Chris and Taraani.

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Shenisia Gounden, Student leader ■■ If you have an initiative that you believe in you need to take action because if you don’t, no one else will. Go

■■ The past three years have taught me to be independent with my learning, which will be extremely valuable at university.

■■ Tertiary study - a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours specializing in civil engineering.

■■ I wish to travel to developing countries and use my new-found knowledge to make a difference to those less fortunate.

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■■ I learnt to be resilient and to never give up, to strive to achieve the very best in anything through hard work, determination and a good work ethic.

■■ Tertiary study - a conjoint degree of Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in information systems, and Finance & Bachelor of Property.

■■ I hope to be working in analytics, investment banking, commercial property or completing my Masters’ degree. ➤➤Turn to page 9

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Future leaders

A bright future ➤➤from page 6

St Kentigern College Oliver Hadfield, Head boy ■■ The college has encouraged me to challenge myself and push the boundaries of my comfort zone. As a result I have learnt that it is vital to take all the opportunities presented to us. By exploring and pursuing new areas of life we push ourselves and grow as people.

■■ Tertiary study - law in conjunction with an arts degree, followed by a double degree majoring in politics or history.

■■ I hope to practise in the criminal or family court as I am enthusiastic about people.

Grace Wood, Head girl ■■ School has taught me the

importance of hard work, perseverance, and creativity in all situations. I have learned that there are often several solutions to a problem, and this has encouraged me to pursue the art of solving world problems.

Most importantly school has taught me to love and respect all types of people, regardless of our differences.

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physics and ecology.

■■ I would love to work with the environment, perhaps environmental engineering. This could change and I can’t wait to see where I end up.

■■ Tertiary study – medicine.

■■ I hope to become a paedia-

Elim Christian College Isabel Lee, Head girl ■■ I’ve learnt that if you are comfortable with being inadequate, you can achieve anything. Inadequacy along with the ‘right’ mind-set has pushed me to step out of my comfort zone and explore new things.

Through this, I’ve not only discovered more about myself and developed my character but I’ve also been blessed to see and experience the beauty of passionate individuals in our world.

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Joel Mercer, Head boy ■■ As well as the academic knowledge I have gained, I have also learnt a lot about myself. Through the opportunities I have been given, I have learnt about leadership, perseverance, good attitude and hard work, important qualities for in building character.

■■ Tertiary study – engineering which will be a good challenge and a great way to push myself.

■■ I will most likely enter the engineering industry, however I am open to changes. It also depends on God’s plan for my life and where He wants me. Either way I would like to be making a difference in people’s lives and in the wider community.

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Macleans College Kieran Paterson, Head student ■■ School is all about preparing for the future, a ‘trial period’ of life. You make mistakes which you can learn from and therefore grow as an individual. On the sports field I have learnt to win and lose graciously. My time in the classroom has pushed me to great lengths in order to find my real passion and the most important thing is to not take anything for granted. School is only enjoyable if you put in the effort to get the most out of what is being offered.

■■ Tertiary study - a Bachelor of Business.

■■ I see myself in a business environment, working in management and marketing, hopefully in the sport industry.

Annaliese Wheeler, Head student ■■ School has taught me to make the most of opportuni-

ties and live life to the full.

I have been blessed with many opportunities to learn, develop skills, meet people, and grow as an individual.

With this comes a responsibility to serve and give back to others in any way that I can. Grades are a crucial part of education, yet it is equally important to value others, whether they are teachers, students, family, friends, or colleagues, people that matter most.

■■ Tertiary study - health science.

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Sancta Maria College Samantha Teinakore, Head girl ■■ Sancta Maria has taught me the importance of my faith and whakawhanaungatanga. Making connections and communicating enables you to grow mentally, physi-

cally and spiritually. Being approachable and supportive has been a key part of my head girl role. I’ve learnt to believe in myself. Having self-confidence is the driving force and is a power which can only be found within.

■■ Tertiary study – health science ■■ I want to go into paediatric oncology and own my own practice, also study for a PhD. In five years I hope to be regularly volunteering at Starship to get experience and give back as I was a Starship kid, and also go back to Sancta Maria to help mentor the students and show them that dreams are possible.

Paddy MacKenzie, Head boy ■■ Schooling over an exciting 13 years has given me the power of knowledge and understanding of our modern world. As head prefect I have learnt that being a leader isn’t about doing everything, it’s about using every person’s unique strengths to get things done in the most

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Experts In Our Field

Rest your bones in good hands Motorway traffic queues are fast becoming a distant memory for many patients of orthopaedic surgeon Mr Gary French thanks to his handy location at Ormiston Hospital.

Having moved from his central Auckland location in 2009, Mr French founded his private practice, Ormiston Orthopaedics, at the local private hospital without any inkling as to how things would pan out.

“We took a punt, but it’s worked exceptionally well!” says Mr French.

“Patients from south and east Auckland areas were finding it increasingly difficult to get to appointments when I worked in the central city.

“Now, getting to and from the hospital is much easier for patients and their friends and family/whanau to visit and offer support – which is so important.

“It makes complete sense for people to seek treatment locally if such treatment is available, given the ever-increasing congestion on Auckland’s main transport routes,” says Mr French, himself a South Auckland resident.

“I no longer find myself stuck in the car in traffic and it’s so convenient for me to drop in and check on patients either at the weekend or after hours.”

He says that the comfortable hospital environment contributes to the patients’ happiness and wellbeing.

“Our patient surveys consistently produce outstanding results, and our patients are extremely satisfied.

They say it’s like staying at a hotel, not a hospital!”

What’s more, those with Southern Cross health insurance are finding orthopaedic care a lot more affordable now that Mr French is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider for primary hip and knee replacement surgery.

“Previously, many people with limited cover chose to go on public hospital waiting lists despite having paid insurance premiums.

“Now, as an affiliated provider, I can provide certainty of costs involved with hip and knee replacements and, as a result, most Southern Cross members with partial insurance cover now opt to have their surgery in the private sector.

“It’s made a huge difference to the patients, and reduces the impact on the public hospital waiting lists.”

Mr French’s practice at Ormiston Orthopaedics is largely focused on hip and knee joint replacement surgery, both primary and revision.

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■■ Tertiary study - Health Science first year and further overseas university study.

■■ I see myself studying as a medical student, hopefully with some travel experience.

Angus Grainger, Head boy ■■ School has taught me so much, not just classroom learning but general life skills, learning how to lead, stand up for what you believe, to relate to others. It teaches you patience and how to use your work ethic in all areas of your life. A good school should teach you how to learn so the world becomes your learning environment, and I believe the college has done that for me.

■■ Tertiary study - a three-year jazz performance degree.

■■ I want to become a producer or songwriter/composer. It is a hard industry to crack but I want to give it a go. I wouldn’t mind being a mechanic either. I’m excited to see where my life goes and to see what career I end up in. As long as I work hard and be respectful, I should be successful in whatever I do.

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Partners in marriage and business, Alan and Frances Spiller, have gone from strength to strength since entering the fitness industry decades ago although youthful appearances may deceive.

Born in Howick to the preeminent Spiller family (son of Ross Spiller, grandson of businessman ‘Ossie’), Alan began weightlifting while studying at Pakuranga College and later went on to qualify in physiotherapy.

Meanwhile, his other interest in commercial fishing paid off and he saved up enough to buy the gym he was a member at, the former Howick Fitness Centre in Moore Street.

As gym traffic increased, so did the arrows in Cupid’s bow, striking the heart of a young woman who lived in Rodney Street.

One day, looking out of the window onto the house that backed onto the gym, Alan saw a strange sight.

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gym members’ car rally Alan organised in Waiwera. The rest is history.

Today, the Spillers own five Jetts 24-hour franchises and have a history of running wellknown gyms in Botany and Meadowlands.

In fact, Alan recently marked his 30th year as a fitness centre owner with Frances not too far off the mark, being actively involved in the personal training and group fitness circuits.

In that time, the go-getting duo managed to raise a family; daughter Dayna is now a manager at the Botany Road branch.

“She does an amazing job,” says Frances. “But at the same time all of our crew are amazing. We’re an extended family.

“We’re jokingly perceived as mum and dad – I’d rather brother or sister! – but we all

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The Highland Park Club will be running beginners classes from February 10. The first night is free so come along and have some fun. The classes are in the Howick Primary School Hall, Willoughby Ave, Howick at 7.30pm. Bring a pair of soft-soled shoes. No partners required. Phone Shirley 5333505 or Warren 534-3482.

Step towards employment

A free club for jobseekers. The CAP Job Club has a friendly, relaxed environment where you will get to join other jobseekers once a week and be supported by our trained coaches as you take practical steps towards employment. Goal setting, CVs, interview skills and all other essential skills covered in the Steps to Employment course.

The course starts on January 25, 7pm, Eastgate Christian Centre, 5 Ben Lomond Cres, Pakuranga. Spaces limited, registrations essential. Phone 0508-227-222 (freephone).

Art group

Green Gables Cottage Art Gallery, Hawthornden Reserve, 66 Cook Street, Howick, will feature Howick Art Group artist Jennifer Cruden until Sunday January 31. Sales help to support the South Auckland Totara Hospice. Entry is free.

Friday-Sunday, 10am-3pm.

Phone Beryl 534-5448.

get on and that’s the success of the business.”

Not only do the staff members take ownership of their clubs, they are also loyal to the Spillers – three celebrate their fifth year with the relatively young group this year.

With a sincere, all-inclusive approach, the hands-on entrepreneurs have created a united team that genuinely wants all members to succeed.

“I’ve always believed in the philosophy that how you treat the team is how they treat your members,” says Alan.

Despite busy schedules, the Spillers continue to support charities such as Heart Kids NZ and the SPCA through Jetts, with the Howick arm raising the most money in a recent 12-hour treadathon.

Their gyms have been a regular feature in past Santa Parades and throughout the years they have supported its organisers in advertising with the Times.

The Times connection dates back even further with Alan and Frances helping with paper deliveries as teenagers.

In turn, staff members frequented the gym on Moore Street when the publishing company was based in Union Road until 2004.

“It’s our local community paper,” says Alan. “It’s the paper we’d pick up first – the only one in fact!”

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Send notices to whatson@times.co.nz, fax 271 8073, post to PO Box 259-243, Botany, Auckland 2163 or drop into our office at Level 1, The Lane, Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Road, East Tamaki.

Seniors club

Seniors Friendship club meets at the Bucklands Beach Bowling Club, corner of Devon Rd and Morrow Ave, first and third Friday each month, 12.45pm-3pm. For entertainment, music, bingo and also trips. Tea and biscuits. $3 each.

January 22. We start the new year with top accordionist Lionel Reekie. For more information, phone Olive 534-6938 or Ann 533-9991.

Free yoga workshops I invite everyone of all ages, culture, body types to my workshops. Yoga is for all workshop: Saturday, January 30, 6pm. High intensity workout session: Sunday, January 31, 6pm, general workout and question and answer session. The workshops are in Barry Curtis Park, the kids’ playground. Visit www. gurpreetsidhu.co.nz.

Pakuranga Toastmasters

Next meeting January 18, 6.30pm. Te Tuhi Centre. 13 Reeves Rd, Pakuranga. Do you have to speak at the next anniversary, wedding, birthday, farewell? Are your speaking skills restricting your career?

Are you confident? We will train you in a friendly supportive environment. Guests welcome. Email pakuranga@ toastmasters.org.nz or visit pakuranga.toastmastersclubs. org/.

Cards anyone?

Whist – a card game – is played every Thursday morning at the Howick Bowling Club, Selwyn Road. We start at 10am. Have coffee and a chat at 11am. Finish about 12.10pm. Plenty of parking. Help given to new players. Phone Mary 534 9575.

Mahjong club

Pakuranga Mahjong Club restarts Wednesday, February 3. Howick RSA, 10am to noon.

Doors open 9.30am. Beginners welcome. Phone Jean 5334262.

Centering meditation

The Centering Meditation evenings, usually held on the first Sunday each month at All Saints historic church, will resume on Sunday, February 7.

Leisure marching

For exercise, fun and friendship for ladies 50+, no experience required. Phone Judith 534-3744 or Lynda 021-02377578.

English conversation and friendship group The St Columba group begin their weekly meetings again on Tuesday, February 8, 10am to noon, 480 Ti Rakau Drive. At our meetings we not only help migrants with English but also offer help and advice on living in New Zealand. Free, but we ask for a gold coin donation to cover morning tea. Phone/text John 022-172-6199.

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his year’s annual neighbourhood concerts by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) will include an evening in Pakuranga and Howick.

Gordon Hill, principal double bass and an APO ensemble will present Beethoven’s timeless Septet at the St Kentigern College Chapel, Pakuranga in May. A programme that features two corner-stone works for strings by Masters of Italian Baroque, Antonio Vivaldi, and Archangelo Corelli will be performed at All Saints Church, Howick in June. APO Associate principal trumpet, Huw Dann will join the group for Giuseppe Torelli’s Sonata in D major. New music director, Giordano Bellincampi will head up the 2016 season, opening with Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 on February 18, and closing with Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique on November 17.

Celebrated pianist and conductor, Vladimir Ashkenazy, will conduct the orchestra on October 6, performing Einojuhani Rautavaara’s Isle of Bliss.

ON SONG: New Zealand tenor Simon O’Neill will play the title role in Verdi’s Otello.

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Two world premieres will also be performed by New Zealand composer Ross Harris, and another from the APO’s new composer-in-residence for 2016/2017, Karlo Margetic, formerly the APO’s young composer-in-residence.

The Trusts Community Foundation Opera in Concert next year will be Verdi’s Otello on July 29 in collaboration with NZ Opera. Acclaimed New Zealand tenor, Simon O’Neill, will return to play the title role following the recent season of Tosca with NZ Opera.

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role of Mao Zedong in the New Zealand premiere of the John Adams opera Nixon in China on March 17 and 19.

A provocative new programme theme will be introduced in April, August and October, featuring works that have historically fallen foul of various political regimes or have been deemed unsuitable for public consumption. The three-concert series is titled ‘Denounced’, ‘Degenerate’ and ‘Outraged’.

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■■ The APO’s Beethoven Septet concert is at 6.30pm on May 10, 2016, at St Kentigern College Chapel, Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga. The Italian Baroque concert is at 6.30pm on June 27, 2016, at All Saints Church, Selwyn Road, Howick.

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The Government has released a 180-page Resource Legislation Amendment Bill, which contains 40 changes to the RMA of 1991, the Reserves Act 1977, the Public Works Act 1981, the Conservation Act 1987, the Environmental Protection Authority Act 2011, and the Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Act 2012.

The changes include national templates that would standardise planning guidelines around the country, eliminating the need for each local council to produce its own.

Consenting for minor works would be simplified and a new 10-day fast track consent process introduced.

Councils would be required to develop ‘fixed fees’ for consents so that homeowners know upfront what they would cost. Consents would not be needed for activities already regulated by other Acts, and changes would be made to the Public Works Act in favour of faster and simpler compensation for people affected by compulsory acquisitions.

The institute’s chief executive, Ashley Church, says some of the changes will make a big difference to existing homeowners and could significantly reduce time and costs.

But, he says, they will do little to accelerate the rate of new dwelling construction.

“These changes will be great for people wanting to build a deck or move a fence,” he says.

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to a big jump in house building in Auckland.”

Mr Church says he would have liked to see a clearer lead around the extent to which councils should be required to open up new land for development, reduced rules and costs associated with residential subdivisions, and the adoption of more recently recommended ideas, such as targeted rate funding to reduce the upfront costs of residential infrastructure on new home builders.

Stephen Selwood, chief executive of the New Zealand Council for Infrastructure Development, says land use planning and resource management decisions are made under the RMA while decisions about investment and infrastructure to support land use decisions are made under the Local Government Act (LGA) and the Land Transport Management Act (LTMA).

“Plans without money are almost not worth the paper they’re written on,” he says.

The council is encouraging all political parties to support a fundamental review of planning laws that would integrate urban planning development and investment and improve environmental outcomes.

“During the 24-year history of the RMA, we have seen poor environmental outcomes in terms of freshwater quality, biodiversity and weak performance on climate change imperatives while the development community has been frustrated by the litigious, complex and disintegrated decision-making processes which have held back sustainable growth,” Mr Selwood says.

“An obvious pathway forward would be to merge the planning components of the RMA with the planning and investment components of the LGA and LTMA, and develop an Environmental Protection Act as a separate law dedicated to delivering high environmental outcomes for all New Zealanders.”

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“It is a 20 per cent increase on the previous month and three times the number consented in November 2008,” he says.

“We are continuing to free up more land faster through the Auckland Housing Accord and the eight other Accords we have with councils across the country.

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The next steps in the Government’s programme include advancing new housing on Crown-owned land in Auckland, supporting Auckland Council in completion of the new Auckland Unitary Plan, consulting on a new Urban Development National Policy Statement and reform of the Resource Management Act to address the long-term issues affecting housing supply and affordability.

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COCKLE BAY – MELLONS BAY - HOWICK 1 Bed furnished Judkins Cr $420 incl p&w Sally HIGHLAND PARK - PAKURANGA 3 Bed De Quincy Tce $520 Robyn/Melissa NORTHPARK - MEADOWLANDS 1 Bed Ben Nevis Pl $320inc p&w Sally BUCKLANDS BEACH - HALF MOON HALF 1 Bed Maugham Dr $300 inc wtr Sally 3 Bed Macleans Rd $550 Robyn/Melissa 3 Bed Lynton Rd $560 Robyn/Melissa WHITFORD 3 bed Exec Wades Rd $1200 Sally

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Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Tracy Oliver DDI: 5381237 or 021 422 177 tracy.oliver@raywhite.com Cathy Huang DDI 538 1288 or 021 883 600 cathy.huang@raywhite.com Amny Lam DDI 5381287 or 021 108 6663 amny.lam@raywhite.com BUCKLANDS BEACH – HALF MOON BAY – EASTERN BEACH 2 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $450 Amny/Cathy 3 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $530 Cathy/Amny 4 Bed Pigeon Mountain Rd $660 Amny/Cathy 4 Bed Macleans Rd $680 Cathy/Amny

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RECEPTIONIST

LEGAL SECRETARY

We are looking for an entry level Receptionist / File Clerk for a Chartered Accounting office in Howick.

Hours 8.30am to 5pm. The successful applicant must have good maths skills and fluency in English.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to: bernie@bjdrummca.co.nz

Experienced litigation/ property law secretary required for established Botany law firm.

Must have 5 years plus experience, with excellent dictaphone typing, comupter and communications skills.

Send your cover letter and CV to DAWSONS PO BOX 38 143,HOWICK 2145

STRAWBERRY PICKERS & PACKERS

MECHANIC

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CLEANER, honest, reliable mature and trustworthy, refs avail Ph: 0210 488 644

Monday to Friday - Pakuranga Be part of a small dynamic team with a growing company in 3D Printing. Tidy appearance, fit non smoker with an excellent command of the English language. Attention to detail is essential in this fast paced environment. Job includes: order processing, picking and packing. You need to be computer literate and a technical background would be an advantage for customer support. Send your cover letter & CV to: cv@3dprintingsystems.com

Drainlayer

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Our current vacancies offer a chance to join our long established and experienced team.

We are boutique, so can offer you excellent support. Rewarding commission structure and great marketing to take you to the higher levels Call in strict cofidence - Tony 021 980 990

Ph: 0800 244 666

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BAKER REQUIRED

Reply: gaye@thaispa.co.nz

FULL TIME

Relevant NZ qualification and minimum 6 months experience required.

7 days availability with immediate start.

Please email: bakersdelight.howick@gmail.com

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Full-time Therapist required. 3yrs experience preferred.

Must be qualified in Thai Medical Massage.

Must be a team player and have good English, communication & customer service skills.

DENTAL RECEPTION/CHAIRSIDE

COACHES, INSTRUCTORS & TEACHING POSITIONS

BAR DUTY MANAGER

Finance Administrator

Montressor’s Function Centre @ Pakuranga United Rugby Club

Howick Presbyterian Church

Sunday, January 17

Phone 534-6864 Email: allsaints@xtra.co.nz

(No Thursday services till February)

Services: Sun 7.30am & 9.30am Wednesday 10am www.allsaintshowick.org.nz

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Phone 535-4403

We seek to appoint a person to work as a Teacher Aide in our Learner Support Unit.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate initiative, energy and the willingness to be an enthusiastic team-member.

This is a Fixed Term position from February to the end of 2016 and is for 18 hours per week, during term time.

A letter of application with current CV and the Support Staff Application form (which can be found on our website www.howickcollege.school.nz) can be emailed to secretary@howick.school.nz Closing date for applications is Monday 25th January 2016.

Christian

All Saints’ Anglican Church

St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz

9.30am Morning Worship

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This Sunday 17th January hear David Peters from Church Unlimited. He has many years experience in prophetic, healing and teaching ministry.

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We are seeking a person for a part time position as part of our administration team.

Hours are 35 hours per week during term times plus an additional 2 weeks.

Duties include all aspects of financial processing for the College including accounts payable and receivable, monthly journals and accounting for assets. Processing of all staff payroll through Novopay is also required along with the supervision of one other team member.

Knowledge of schools accounting procedures, Xero and Novopay is preferred.

Applicants will need good system and process skills and a customer service focus.

Applications will be accepted by email only and should include a covering letter, cv and our support staff application form which can be found on our website at the address below. http://www.howickcollege.school.nz/uploaded/file/ downloads/ApplicationFormSupportStaff%202015.pdf Applications should be sent to mike.stanghan@howick. school.nz before 5pm on 22/2/2016.

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To apply send CV and covering letter to Stephen Hackett gm@purc.co.nz

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Our Pakuranga based club bar and function centre requires a Bar Duty Manager that can take our business to the next level in terms of service.

The successful applicant will have previous experience working in a bar environment and be available to work evenings and weekends as required. A passion for delivering outstanding service and ability to work as part of a team and on your own is essential.

Applicants must hold a current Managers certificate and LCQ qualification.

Job involves light household duties, providing all personal cares,driving, supporting outside activities.

Must have previous experience working with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Impeccable references and a full drivers licence required.

You must have good command of the English language and a great sense of humour.

Botany area. Ideally you would be available to work Monday to Friday 8am-5pm, however there is an opportunity to be flexible.

Send CV to moodz@xnet.co.nz Applications close 22 January 2016

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We are seeking enthusiastic, innovative, committed and trained instructors and coaches who are interested in supporting the teaching and learning at Mission Heights Junior College within our DEEP programme.

Throughout our DEEP programme, students get the opportunity to (Discover new interests, Enrich current interests, focus on Essentials and follow their Passions) Particular interests, skills and qualifications in any of the following areas would be advantageous:Dance and performing arts, Sports coaching, Music tuition, Languages As a DEEP teacher, you will be an integral member of our staff and be fully versed in our processes and practices. This role will involve delivering high quality 1 hour sessions between 2pm – 3pm. Following any appointment, there will be an induction process and ongoing training throughout the year.

For further information you can ring the school office on, ph 2777881.

Apply by email with letter of application, C.V. and names of 2 referees to: Miss A Grant, DEEP Coordinator email: agrant@mhjc.school.nz Applications close 4.00pm Tuesday 19th January 2016

JUNIOR STOREPERSON

Fluid Fittings Limited is seeking an enthusiastic team player to work in our Pakuranga Store.

The main duty of this full time position is the cutting and packing of precision steel bars and tubes.

Heavy lifting is required.

Our junior storeperson should be energetic, one who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty, reliable and motivated and has good general communication skills.

If this position sounds of interest to you please contact Heather 576 8597

Part Time Support Person

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Mission Heights Junior College

A Pakuranga dental practice is looking for a part time experienced receptionist who can assist as a qualified chair-side as needed.

Workdays will be Thursdays and Fridays from February 2016.

Good communication skills required with the ability to empathise with our patients.

Please email CV’s to: reception@pakurangadental.co.nz

TUTORS WANTED

Macleans College Academy offers tutoring for all levels and key subjects in sciences and commerce . We are currently looking for qualified tutors to deliver our programmes in 2016. Hours to be negotiated. Classes run from Monday to Friday, after school or Saturday whole day during term time, and all Mondays to Saturdays during school holidays.

Please email your CV plus a cover letter, telling us why you would be suitable, by 5pm Friday 22nd January 2016 to: lw@macleans.school.nz or post to The Administrator Macleans College Academy 19 Wellington Street, Howick, Auckland

Email CV to holtomdrainage@xtra.co.nz or phone Ross 5309072

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Real Estate Salesperson Position Available

Experience in civil drainage required for Whitford based Company.

Opportunity to progress.

You should be reliable, fit, hardworking, have a good work ethic and attitude, have reliable transport and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

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Earn up to $850 Gross per week.

Applicant must have P.Endorsement and Area Knowledge certificate.

Full training and some financial assistance available to applicants that do not hold a P.Endorsement or Area Knowledge Certificate.

Must have full licence min 2 years.

CVs CV and interview preparation. Ph Linda 534 8412

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We are looking to employ a professional Medical Receptionist to complement our large team. The part time package consists of a mix of afternoon shifts.

Key to this role is your ability to deliver first class reception services, including handling telephone calls, managing and scheduling client appointments, bookings and referrals, maintaining and updating medical records, liaising with internal and external clinical teams, invoicing and receipting, and ensuring the smooth running of the front-of-house environment.

The successful applicant will need to: • Have great time management skills and an ability to multi task • Be computer literate with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail • Have great interpersonal skills and a professional telephone manner • Be able to provide cover for other staff on leave • Have excellent oral and written communication skills • Be able to communicate in a warm and friendly manner with a diverse group of people Knowledge of MedTech32 would be an advantage although training in this software will be provided. Applications close 5th February 2015.

Please forward your CV to: Reception Manager East Care Accident & Medical P.O. Box 38-306, Howick 2145 Email to :- debbie@eastcare.co.nz

Order Fulfillment/ Customer Support

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A PART TIME PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED TO JOIN OUR TEAM AT THE SPECIALIST CENTRE

Staff required who will work in all weather. Hourly plus bonus for those who meet targets. Apply in person 9am to noon, bring tax numbers, photo ID & proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Perrys Berrys Ltd 5 Campana Rd, Papatoetoe

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

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

To apply please phone Brad 534 9526 or 0275 550 335

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Munro fills McCullum’s boots S

tepping into the shoes of retiring Black Caps cricket captain Brendon McCullum in the shorter forms of the game is not beyond Colin Munro judging from his magnificent T20 50 from 14 balls against Sri Lanka at Eden Park on Sunday.

Playing at third drop behind inform openers Martin Guptill and Kane Williamson, Munro had previously impressed with his 36 from 25 balls in the Mt Maunganui international against the same team.

His sensational half century in Auckland eclipsed the 19-ball NZ record Guptill had set earlier in the same game which was four better than the previous mark Guptill had shared with Aaron Redmond.

Agnew’s Angle This season the Howick Pakuranga batsman’s domestic form for Auckland has been fantastic, highlighted by a national record 23 sixes when scoring 281 from 167 balls against Central Districts at Napier.

So compelling was his form for the Auckland Aces that national selector Gavin Larsen admitted he and coach Mike Hesson had no option but to select him for the T20 series.

Hopefully he can maintain that

form against a Pakistan team that should present a more formidable bowling attack than Sri Lanka, especially with 23-yearold Mohammad Amir returning to the team after his five-year ban for spot fixing.

When McCullum retires from all international cricket after next month’s home series against Australia he will leave behind many lasting memories, not least his test triple century and his leadership in taking the Black Caps through to the 2015 World ODI final against Australia.

Previous wins in that series against Australia, England and South Africa provided thrilling entertainment, especially that semi-final against South Africa when Grant Elliott hit a last ball

six against Dale Steyn.

It was also during that series that Guptill came out of a form slump to reward the selectors’ faith in him and he has continued to do so, topping the world with 1489 runs the last calendar year at an average of 55.14.

It’s interesting to note that the Black Caps never lost an ODI the 10 times he scored a century With the unflappable Williamson now ranked the world’s No 1 test batsman, McCullum will bow out of international cricket leaving the team in good shape.

While many fans sympathised with the manner in which Ross Taylor lost the captaincy the decision to give the job to McCullum has proved to be the right one in providing a leader with an

attacking mindset.

True, there have been times when he has danced with death with reckless abandonment, but his courage and strike power have made him an amazing Evel Knievel entertainer.

His successor, the thoughtful Williamson, will be a very different skipper, one less inclined to take risks. But having scored 1172 test runs last year at an average of 90.15 and a highest score of 242, he will have his team’s respect.

McCullum will be missed but in Guptill, Anderson, Munro and Jimmy Neesham the Black Caps won’t lack master blasters who have followed his swashbuckling style.

Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer and author

Heimgartner to race in Australian GT championship An exciting new motorsport programme will begin in the new year for Botany-born and bred racer Andre Heimgartner who will join the Australian GT Championship for the 2016 season.

The young gun will be driving an MY16 Audi R8 LMS that is prepared and run by Australian Audi Sport Customer Racing agent Melbourne Performance Centre (MPC).

“I’m excited to be driving the latest spec Audi R8 in the 2016 Australian GT Championship and I’m definitely going to be

pushing hard for the title,” says Heimgartner.

Heimgartner brings raw speed as well as experience to the team, last year having campaigned the Super Black Racing V8 Supercar and having previously won the New Zealand Formula Ford Championship at only 15 years of age. The Australian GT Championship has been going from strength to strength in recent years and 2016 will showcase over 12 of the most prestigious marques in motorsport, making for

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A casual vacancy has occurred on the board of trustees for an elected parent representative.

The board has resolved under section 105 of the Education Act 1989 to fill the vacancy by selection.

If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held.

Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the board to hold a by-election should write to: Chairperson Board of Trustees Our Lady Star of the Sea School 14 Oakridge Way, Howick By 11 February 2016

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

HOWICK NETBALL CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday 18 January 2016 In the hall Howick Pakuranga Netball Club, Pakuranga Rd - 19h00 ALL WELCOME

Casual vacancy for an elected trustee

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To advertise your public notices, situations vacant, tuition phone 271 8055 or email: classifieds@times.co.nz

READINGS CRYSTAL VISIONS HOLISTIC MARKET Sat 16 Jan - 10am-3pm Pakuranga Community Hall 346 Pakuranga Rd. Readers, Healers, Books, Crystals and lots more www.crystalvisions.nz

Macleans College FIRST DAYS, TERM 1, 2016 Wednesday 20 January 10.00am - 2.00pm CIE Year 12 Course confirmation Batten House Thursday 21 January 10.00am - 2.00pm CIE Year 13 Course confirmation Batten House Friday 22 January 10.00am to 2.00pm NCEA Level 2 and 3 Course confirmation Batten House Monday 25 January 8.30am Orientation Day for international students In the Auditorium

BUSINESS HOUSE BOWLS TOURNAMENT Starts Tuesday 19th January 2016 & each successive Tuesday until 23rd February 2016 START TIME 6.00pm Reserve Day 1st March 2016 ENTER A TEAM FROM YOUR BUSINESS We will show you how! and provide bowls and bowlers!

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Phone 271 8055 or email: classifieds@times.co.nz

All Year 10-13 students new to the school please meet outside the main office at the times given above.

All students are to assemble at appropriate times with a pen and paper and some morning tea.

Wednesday 27 January 8.30am - 3.15pm All students in class Monday 1 February - school closed Auckland Anniversary Holiday The school tuck shop will open from Tuesday 26 January Normal bus service resumes on Wednesday 27 January Uniform Shop - School Holiday Hours The shop will open on the following dates 11-15 and 18-22 January 2016: 9.00am to 1.00pm 25-29 January 2016: 2.00pm to 4.00pm From 2 February 2016 Shop will be open each Tuesday and Wednesday 2.00-4.00pm and first Saturday of the month 10.00am to 12noon The Uniform Shop is located next to the Health Centre, near the main school entrance.

WEBSITE: For further information refer to the website (www.macleans.school.nz)

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SITUATIONS VACANT

Tuesday 26 January - ALL students must attend 9.00am- 1.30pm Year 9 students meet in Amphitheatre 9.00am-12.00pm Year 12 students meet in House Commons 10.00am- 1.00pm Year 13 students meet in House Commons 10.30am- 1.30pm Year 10 students meet in House Commons 11.00am- 2.00pm Year 11 students meet in House Commons

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GEARING UP: Andre Heimgartner will be racing an Audi R8 in the Australian GT Championship next year.

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a highly competitive and spectacular category.

“Being a Pro-Am Championship, I’m looking forward to working with the Koundouris brothers and the guys at MPC,” added Andre.

Both James and Theo Koundouris have seen success in their own right in Australian GT and are keen to get into racing next season.

Heimgartner will contest the remaining four rounds of the NZ Touring Car Championship in a Holden at Ruapuna from January 16-17.

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U19s reclaim title

By Rumer-Grace Archer

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Isner plays with Hawks International tennis star John Isner made a guest appearance at the Howick Pakuranga Baseball Club on Tuesday.

The big baseball fan, who has thrown first pitches at Yankees and Red Sox games, learnt some lessons from the Hawks themselves.

owick boys Daniel Chapman and Cameron Meyer, both 18, helped Auckland become back to back champions of the Under 19 softball national championships at Rosedale Park last week.

Keen softball players at Howick since the age of six, Chapman and Meyer joined Marist before making the Auckland U19 representative softball team at the end of 2015.

The tournament began on Thursday, January 7 in Albany but with games rained off on Friday due to the terrible weather, Auckland players faced a long day on Saturday with three games to play.

Making their way through to the semi-final unbeaten, Auckland faced a gruelling back-andforth battle against Wellington ending in a 4-all tie.

Auckland pushed on in the gripping tie-breaker to gain one extra point over Wellington, securing their place in the final.

Meeting Wellington rivals again in the final, Auckland pulled up their socks managing to win 8-nil by the fifth inning.

Chapman says managing to keep Wellington at nil points

CHAMPIONS: The triumphant Under 19 Auckland softball team.

and win by the mercy rule before the full eight innings was a huge feat.

“Keeping the other team at nil in the final is pretty hard to do” he says.

Unfortunately, for team mate Meyer, a niggling calf injury kept him off the pitch for the last game.

Chapman’s dad Peter believes Chapman will be picked for the New Zealand Junior Black Sox team after being named top pitcher of the tournament and then going on to be named in the Under 19 tournament team.

“He got top pitcher of this tournament out of about 27 pitchers from around New Zealand ... he’s more than likely

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going to be chosen,” he says.

Chapman and his dad both agree, however, that softball doesn’t attract as much attention in New Zealand as it deserves.

“There are a lot of talented people out there who play softball and we just don’t get any recognition” Peter says.

Chapman goes on to add that the New Zealand team especially are very successful.

“We do quite well in it as well, we usually win the World Series” he says.

Having finished at Pakuranga College last year, Chapman has secured a job with Kiwi Sox coaching and eagerly awaits the naming of the Junior Black Sox team in early February.

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