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HE AUCKLAND transport levy will cost less than a cup of coffee per person, according to Mayor Len Brown. Introduction of a transport levy will allow Auckland Council to sit with Government Ministers and, in good faith, say that SuperCity ratepayers are putting their hands in their pockets to get investment in the transport infrastructure underway, he says. During the course of the Auckland

Council’s 2015-2025 budget deliberations with the community, Mr Brown says there was a “resounding yes� to spend more on transport than a 2.5 per cent increase in rates would allow. Close to 60 per cent were prepared to pay a motorway toll to fund it. “So we are going to the Government asking them if they are prepared to work with us through a Transport Accord the Minister and I will put together. The community view is that we want to get it sorted now,� Mr Brown says.

“We have two choices – leave the rates as they stand now or take on board the community’s view. “There is no toll or fuel tax in place now, so we have two-three years to wait. But why wait when we can have a targeted rate fund speciďŹ cally to go to transport, not anything else.â€? A strong majority have said yes to paying for an expanded infrastructure, he says. “It will cost $2 per person to pay the levy, the cost of a coffee. So in the end we have to get a proper start to this. We [the coun-

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Murderers locked up for life A courtroom was moved to tears as the Prasad family, after more than two years’ waiting, heard the fate of their beloved son’s murderers in their sentencing hearing at the High Court By NATALIE BRITTAN

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hey had waited nearly two-anda-half years, but in less than two hours, it was finally over for the grief-stricken Prasad family. Justice Geoffrey Venning last Friday sentenced Shivneel Kumar, 21, and Bryne Permal, 22, to serve at least 17 years behind bars for the murder of Dannemora man Shalvin Prasad. The guilty men were 18 and 19 years old respectively when they doused the 21-year-old Botany Pak’n Save worker with petrol and set him alight while he was still alive. The former Botany Downs Secondary College student’s badly burnt body was found smouldering on the morning of January 31, 2013. The day before he had withdrawn $30,050, his life savings from an ASB Bank in Manukau as Kumar looked on. That night Kumar, Permal and Mr Prasad arranged to meet up and the last time Mr Prasad was seen alive was just after 9pm in front of Permal’s workplace. At about 10.30pm, CCTV footage showed Kumar and Permal buying 15 litres of petrol from a Mobil petrol station in Papakura. The next day Kumar and Permal began a spending spree racking up a bill of thousands across Auckland. During their four-week trial two possible scenarios were put forward to the jury including Mr Prasad being burnt alive while conscious, or an

going down: Shivneel Kumar, 21, and Bryne Permal, 22, showed no remorse, the judge said.

earlier assault which led to him losing consciousness then burnt alive. Justice Venning inferred that it was more likely that Mr Prasad suffered a “long and deliberate� compression to the neck causing him to slip into a deep consciousness which prompted his murderers to dispose of the evidence. He said the murderers showed no remorse and were “still in denial� as showed by their pre-sentence reports, with an “obviously unrealistic� suggestion from Kumar that Mr Prasad used the money to visit night clubs in Hamilton. Defence lawyers Ish Jayanandan for Permal and Ron Mansfield for

Kumar had asked the judge for a reduction of a year due to their youth at the time they committed the crime but their requests were declined. “You [Kumar] intended to kill him, this was no impetuous youthful act ... you understood Mr Prasad’s need for friendship and you abused it.� While Justice Venning agreed Kumar was the “main instigator�, he found Permal to be no different. “There can be no reduction for youth. I find you [Permal], were fully involved ... like Mr Kumar, lack any remorse.� Earlier the Prasad family, including Mr Prasad’s mother Shammi and brother Pravin, read out heart-

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breaking victim impact statements describing their “baby of the family� who loved celebrations and soccer. The embittered Mrs Prasad says when the family would have celebrated Mr Prasad’s 22nd birthday on February 3, the family was instead preparing for his funeral and celebrations were now a sombre occasion. “Since Shalvin was taken from us there has been no Christmas tree, no Christmas, no gifts and I don’t know if we will celebrate Christmas or any other festival again,� Mrs Prasad said. “Each time I look at a photo [of Shalvin] my heart throbs with pain. It is like a dagger through my heart.�

Mr Prasad’s older brother wore a yellow and black soccer jersey, Mr Prasad’s favourite colours, and burst out sobbing as the judge handed down the sentence. Pravin, who had recently become a father, described his grief. “I hate talking about Shal [Shalvin] in the past tense. My children will never be able to see their amazing uncle. They will never be able to share any precious moments with my brother and that is painful.� Mr Prasad’s father’s statement was read by a representative. Detective inspector Dave Lynch, of Counties Manukau Police, commended Mr Prasad’s family on their dignified conduct and the crown prosecution team. “I just want to acknowledge Shalvin’s family. It’s been a very long ordeal for them getting on two-anda-half years. It was a complex investigation and it was also a complex trial with legally complex issues.� Referring to Mrs Prasad’s victim impact statement, where she alluded to unanswered questions surrounding Mr Prasad’s death, Mr Lynch said it was frustrating but nothing can be done. “We’re never really going to know. There are only three people who know what happened that night and unfortunately Shalvin can’t tell us, and the other two have simply told too many lies and are not to be believed.�

Lucky 12 secure future homes in prime development Coveted sections sell like hotcakes, with many going to very excited locals By NATALIE BRITTAN  KIWIS will queue for many things, like a muffin and coffee, or hot chips or a hot dog at the game. But now the stakes have been raised in the waiting game. As it turns out, many would even queue for a slice of real estate pie. Last Saturday morning saw the sale of 12 Ti Toki Lanes land sections which attracted a queue of dozens of vehicles from outside the newly released subdivision in Beachlands from Friday midday. The sections, which begin at $425,000, were made available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Beachlands’ Wakelin Bakery owner Pam Ly was lucky number 12 and the last to secure a plot. Ms Ly says she had known about the sale for a while as the real estate agent often came to her bakery. “I didn’t expect to go the day before [the sale] but the agent rang up and told me there was a queue.â€?

The mum of one took turns queuing with her husband from 3pm so one person could look after their four-year-old son at home. “I came back at 5.30am in the morning. It was a great experience. It was just nothing like I’ve ever experienced before and it was amazing to be a part of it.â€? For the past five years Ms Ly has been commuting to Beachlands from her home in Flat Bush and had been intending to move for some time. “It’s different there [Flat Bush]. No one knows anybody, and here, everyone knows everybody. It’s a great community.â€? Newly engaged Whitford couple Fraser Penning and Mai Castillo who were number four on the list had also known about the sale in advance. “My fiancĂŠe’s boss lives in the area and he told us to get down there [Ti Toki Lanes] and get ready for it,â€? says Mr Penning. The 27-year-old software test analyst says they had no problems with

NUMBER 12: Left, Beachlands business owner Pam Ly emerged victorious last Saturday; above, The queues were impressive.

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Close call – witness account By NATALIE BRITTAN

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three-car collision in Whitford left a witness shaken and six people in hospital last Friday afternoon. The Whitford Road crash occurred around 12.30pm in wet conditions resulting in the road’s closure for several hours. Former Times employee Terry Marston was travelling from Whitford to Howick behind a silver Toyota Previa carrying a family of five when the people mover collided into a white ute coming from the other

direction. “The driver of the ute said he didn’t see a white Honda indicating so he clipped the Honda, pulled the wheel to the right and swerved head on into that unfortunate family. “Three seconds up the road and it would’ve been me,� he told the Times. The driver of the ute was injured with the family of two parents, two young children (one as young as two), and a grandmother bearing the brunt of the impact. The mother of the driver was

trapped and was in a “bad way�, says Mr Marston. “She was conscious but she was in a lot of pain. She was sort of wedged in front of the footwell of the passenger seat and we had to extract her as we thought the cars were going to burst into flame.� Emergency services including police, St John Ambulance paramedics, Howick station firefighters and a Westpac Rescue Helicopter attended the crash. The 63-year-old grandmother was airlifted to hospital and remains in

serious condition while her family and the driver of the ute suffered moderate injuries. Mr Marston says he was “pretty shook up�. “It was not a nice scene, it was pretty horrific.� However, it could have been a lot of worse, he says. “They were all wearing seatbelts which was a big bonus. If not, somebody would’ve died for sure.� In March, there were a series of crashes on Whitford-Maraetai Road, with one fatality.

Last Saturday morning at about 3.45am, 54-year-old Darin McKay died after a collision between a car and a tree in Clevedon-Kawakawa Road, Clevedon. It is believed Mr McKay, the vehicle’s passenger, was not wearing a seatbelt. Emergency services were called to the scene where the driver of the car suffered serious injuries. The crashes, including one in Karaka on Friday which left two in hospital, have contributed to a devastating weekend on the road which claimed 10 lives nationwide.

Jessica leads Nepal trek fundraiser from the front By Marianne Kelly JESSICA Russell was looking forward to addressing her school’s assembly about an exciting trip she had just made to Nepal. But then the massive April 25 earthquake hit the Himalayan nation. Now a second powerful earthquake has hit the region killing at least 66 people, including 17 in neighbouring India and one in Chinese Tibet. The original quake left more than 8000 dead. The Macleans College student had returned home six days before the earthquake, having spent April 5-20 on a Youth to Everest Trek. She was due to deliver her speech on April 29 and, as she changed her speech notes, discussion with teacher Dave Becroft turned to how the school could raise funds for the earthquake appeal. The school and Mr Becroft have close ties with Nepal, Mr Becroft having been the deputy leader of Hillary House for 12 years. Every year the house raises funds for the Himalayan Trust and links between the house and the Hillary family remain

close. About six months ago the late Sir Ed’s daughter Sarah visited the school after renovations were completed on Hillary House. Last year Hillary House raised about $7000 for the trust. This time it was quickly agreed that over the following five weeks a target of $10,000 should be set and the appeal was quickly extended to the entire school. All the houses agreed to collaborate, such as donating funds from the regular mufti-day to the earthquake cause. Donation buckets were distributed to nearly all classes in the school for a collection which runs until June 5. In the first week-and-a-half the school raised more than $5000, including the first lunchtime sausage sizzle raising $300. The sizzles will continue every Thursday, along with baking sales. “We have a captive market with 2500 students,� Mr Becroft says. “We’ve bought Trumpets [icecream] at a wholesale price and can sell 100 in one lunch hour.� For more than 20 years Macleans

MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Jessica Russell is leading a fundraising drive for victims of Nepal’s devastating earthquake. Times photo Wayne Martin

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“For me,� she says, “the trip was about being ‘completely there’. We helped sand and paint a community house, providing the labour. But now I don’t know if it is still standing. “When the earthquake hit it was very real to me and when the next morning we saw the devastation it hit with full reality. Several Sherpas we became close to had become family and during the first 24 hours it was very worrying because we had not heard about them.� It was a relief to eventually hear that one person in Kathmandu was safe and Jessica has since heard that everyone connected with the trip – porters and guides – were also safe. “We are fortunate that we have the opportunity here to make a difference. It means the world to them.� ■■Mr Becroft hopes that former students of Hillary House may be interested in donating to the Nepal earthquake appeal with a deposit to the Macleans College account 123089-0341410-000 including the details, Himalayan Trust or emailing accountsdepartment@macleans. school.nz.

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DIET-CONSCIOUS: Janine Carey has lived with Coeliac Disease all her life. Times photo Natalie Brittan

The lanky 13-year-old lives a seemingly normal life delivering the Times each week, going to school and enjoying cooking classes. “The other week we made meatballs in hospitality class and the teacher supplied gluten-free breadcrumbs,” says Janine. There are downsides to the gluten-free lifestyle including price and the need to pay special attention to ingredients lists, but Mrs Carey admits life as a coeliac sufferer is a lot easier these days. “It’s easier now than when she

was four because there’s heaps more on the market now.” Despite that the odd craving does arise from time to time. “Now she goes ‘I’d love to have a Big Mac’ but she knows that if she had a crumb of something she’d end up with a sore stomach.” ■■ As part of Coeliac Awareness Week, all are invited to attend a gluten-free community event at AMF Bowling in Panmure at 2pm, this Saturday. Bring a gluten-free plate. For more information email Mrs Carey at ghj@ xtra.co.nz.

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and come out the other side knowing they were safe and that it was all behind them. Facial expressions convey as much as the script from the team of five eccentric painters who share their innermost thoughts with each other. Dominique Pritchard, as Josie, fires the retorts with shot-gun accuracy; Bridget Morrison plays the fussing Bridget along with Garrick Bradman as her weary husband Martin; and Tracy Holdsworth as the prissy society woman Sylvia. But it’s Henry Warner who steals the audience’s hearts as he delivers Luca’s lines in silence – not a word, rather an extraordinary range of facial and hand gestures. It’s a fascinating play littered with lovely moments of comedy but underpinned by statements that resonate, leaving us in deep thought. The play is suitable for adults only. ■■ Sitting Pretty, a ticketed event, plays at Howick Little Theatre, Sir Lloyd Drive, Pakuranga at 8pm until May 30 and at 2pm on May 17.

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By Marianne Kelly A DRAMA revival at Edgewater College has reached new heights with a second appearance in a national Shakespeare festival. College students presented a five-minute interpretative performance of Shakespeare’s Macbeth in the South Auckland regional finals of the annual University of Otago Sheila Winn Shakespeare Festival. The piece was set to late 1970s London amidst drugs, punk and depression influences. Directed and produced by Year 13 student, Navneeth Nair, the scene starred Jason Mui and Selvi Balasubramaniam as drug dealers (originally characterised as witches). It dealt with themes of addiction as Macbeth, played by William

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Cuts to library opening hours abandoned: Council PLANS to reduce total library hours across the SuperCity will not go ahead. Auckland Council’s Budget Committee has voted to standardise the hours after taking into account strong public feedback provided through the consultation process. It was proposed in the draft 10-year Budget that library

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NLIE Ong and Irene Wei treasure their semi-rural lifestyle in Flat Bush. It’s where all their inspiration for their artworks comes from. The couple will submit four works each to The Original Art Sale, a three-day event at the Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau that attracts about 3000 visitors annually. A diverse collection of artworks are turned over, from established to emerging artists. Mr Ong and Ms Wei came to New Zealand from Taiwan 20 years ago and moved to their Flat Bush property 15 years ago. They built a barn-like structure to accommodate a studio and display area for Mr Ong’s ceramic pottery. When his hands could no longer manage the physical potting work he turned to the paint brush. His acrylic works change from year to year according to the theme his environment offers. “This year I changed to inter-

pretations of a tree,� he says. “Onlie is an English name and the Taiwanese translation is Su.Mo which means ‘the tree’. “The paintings reflect my idea of the tree and their different personalities. Some are happy, some are sad.� So his trees can be found growing out of a bottle or a jar; standing in a long narrow corridor staked for support; or nestled in a cage. He’s currently working on a rock formation at Maraetai Beach looking out to Waiheke Island with the predominant theme, a manuka tree in the foreground. His entries for the sale, however, are landscape works from last year, originating from the surrounding rural area. They include a shed on Duder Regional Reserve, the little church by the road at Umupuia Marae, the Wairoa River at Clevedon, and the iconic wharf at Maraetai Beach looking out to Waiheke Island. “It’s very quiet here,� he says of the couple’s Flat Bush property. “It’s a great environment for

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Dance extravaganza launched The Howick Dance Studio is performing a full length ballet of Alice in Wonderland next month. With students from five years of age up to adults, the backdrops have been painted by students of the studio and lavish costumes sewn by parents of students in the studio. It is a two act ballet with some 130 students performing. Sharon Barber of the dance studio says: “We are performing in Papakura at the Hawkins Theatre as there is no local theatre large enough to accommodate all the students and props etc that we have. â– â– Alice in Wonderland is on June 6 and 7.

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Rise up and be heard There are those who are happy with the status quo, and there are those who won’t settle for average but want to scale peaks no one has conquered before. If you’re the latter, marketing and PR guru Jackie Russell will be the Tenzing Norgay to your Everest. It’s not only the media channel but also the message that matters, says the owner of Chatterbox PR which recently rebranded to reflect its growing professionalism. Jackie has a long list of credentials to her name including a business degree in marketing, brand manager, and journalist with the Times, and has gained unparalleled expertise in the media industry. Her tried and tested knowledge is especially valuable in the whirlwind world of social media where reputations can be built and destroyed in a matter of minutes. “In this day and age we’re constantly bombarded by media messages and it can be hard to cut through the noise or know where to start. As a result, businesses need to communicate selectively

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and ensure their message is received by their target audience.” A member of the PR Institute of New Zealand and BNI (Business Network International) Eastside, Jackie helps serious, motivated clients who are willing to do what it takes in order to reap long-term benefits. An avid supporter of charities and a volunteer, Jackie loves working with Life Education Trust. “I like that they send out preventative health messages to children. In some ways it is the same with businesses. You need to be a star performer first, look after your business health and then tell

everyone. “It’s also about preventing missed opportunities and enhancing customer service. A loyal client is gold.” And Jackie knows just how valuable loyal clients are, with a growing database of customers who have been with her from the very beginning. Find PR gold at the end of the Chatterbox PR rainbow and contact: KC10792A

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Take cover from the winds of autumn and enter a warm oasis of exquisite home furnishings operating as a one-stop design shop. For years, Amazing Interiors in Pakuranga’s Ben Lomond Crescent has furnished the eastern suburbs with comprehensive home staging and interior design services. Numerous homes have been revitalised thanks to owner Carol Hobson’s interior design expertise of nearly 30 years. Together with an experienced design team, Carol offers advice on a whole range of interior decorating services to help clients tap into the potential of their home environment whether for sale purposes or everyday living. “Our in-home consultations are very popular,” says Carol. “A lot of people are amazed at how furniture placement makes such a huge difference.” From modest units to generous family homes, Amazing Interiors tailors solutions by tapping into their potential and creating cohesive spaces. In fact now is the perfect time for a revamp as people retreat indoors for the colder months, says Carol.

“We can custom make curtains and blinds, match furnishings, declutter and really enhance homes to create a wonderfully warm and cosy atmosphere.” As for those on the hunt for gifts and special pieces, Amazing Interiors’ retail arm has the solution. The fabulous, two-level designer showroom is filled to the brim with coveted decor items offering ideas and inspiration with a myriad of style options. There’s always room for these delightful discoveries with Amazing Interiors’ decluttering service – just ask Carol. What’s more, shoppers can check out Amazing Interiors’ outlet store – a container bursting with wonderful treasures all at heavily discounted prices. Amazing Interiors has recently debuted as a venue attracting like-minded design enthusiasts to discuss a wide range of lifestyle topics. “We will be holding regular events featuring guest speakers, jewellery designers and other such creatives,” says Carol. “Enquiries are welcome.” For that special gift, or to transform your home, call into:

Amazing Interiors, 29b Ben Lomond Cr, Pakuranga. Ph 576 8190, 021 669 931 www.amazinginteriors.co.nz • Hours: 9am-5pm weekdays, 9am-3pm Sat.

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Ask Irene about Live Blood Screening Gentle, effective therapy for all Irene Lok, an experienced naturopath, medical herbalist and acupuncturist has delivered dramatic results so life-changing that even sceptics have turned into converts. She has successfully treated hundreds by working with the cause of their health issues, not just the symptoms. Importantly, those who have been told nothing can be done for their health problems anymore don’t have to put up with a poor quality of life! Irene uses specialised tools and tests to assist clients with their health goals which include Live Blood Screening to screen clients’ blood samples for markers of nutritional imbalances, deficiencies or stresses in the body. “With Live Blood Screening, patients can view their white blood cells or immune army live on screen. Supporting the immune system is a great preventative step to minimise downtime during winter,” says Irene. “This test also reveals allergic responses, inflammation, oxidative and liver stress, which drive chronic diseases.” Irene then prescribes a complete personalised

plan based on nutrition and herbal remedies to support the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Common problems addressed include fatigue, migraine, gastrointestinal problems, cardiovascular issues, skin conditions, allergies, hormonal and fertility problems. Through Irene’s guidance and monitoring, clients experience profound results which is hugely rewarding. “Helping someone feel well is immensely satisfying, especially when appreciative clients send emails, cards, flowers or fruits thanking you for helping them regain their quality of life!” Irene had a client diagnosed with early menopause at 31 years old, who went to work in the UK just after her treatments. “I was pleasantly surprised when she pushed a pram in one day after a year, with her ‘miracle’ baby to visit me,” says Irene. Call Irene to book a consultation. She is now offering up to $60 worth of personalised nutritional supplements FREE with every initial Live Blood Screening consultation performed by May 30. CP0219A

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Struggling with water retention or unexplained aches and pain? Blotchy skin? Sluggish immune system? Wondering if there’s something you haven’t tried yet? Don’t lose hope – a simple yet highly effective therapy can bring rapid relief. Elemental Body Therapies in Howick’s Union Road is expanding its services with Tamara Saunders increasing her availability with new hours on Tuesday and Thursday. The certified practitioner is highly qualified in both neuromuscular therapy and lymphatic drainage massage and specialises in the internationally renowned Dr Vodder method. Best described as a feather-light massage, it stimulates fluid sitting just under the skin to flow and drain away. The lymphatic system is responsible for filtering waste from the body but when it slows down, it could present problems such as swelling or the more acute condition, lymphedema. Tamara says lymphatic drainage is applicable to a wide range of conditions too, including breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy.

“It is highly effective for postsurgery and post-trauma patients as well as sports injuries, and because it’s so gentle it’s suitable for all stages of pregnancy.” Even those with mild conditions such as hay fever, constipation, water retention and bloating will see dramatic improvement. To extend the treatment, in some cases, a precise compression bandage is applied on the affected area. Passionate about the science of the body, Tamara’s expertise complements the holistic practices of the Elemental Body Therapies team comprising of owner Tatia Bray and therapists Suzanne Christie-Broun and Diane Watson. Elemental Body Therapies has been based in the eastern suburbs for the past 14 years where it’s helped hundreds of stressed suburbanites to relax, recover and support themselves through individualised treatments. What’s more, now is the time to prepare your body for winter! Book now (online or phone) and receive a 15% discount from now until June 30, 2015 with mention of this feature.

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Trading fashion in heels for wheels Opportunities Stem FROM HOME The wheels at Paul Stockman Motors are well-oiled thanks to a stylish woman sitting in the driver’s seat. The family-owned and operated automotive repairer is the result of a successful partnership between married couple Paul and Shelley Stockman. Having carved a name for herself in the realms of high end fashion as model/receptionist, and later production and customer services manager, Shelley is highly capable. But the rag trade hit tough times as imported clothing began to dominate the retail market, and so Shelley made the move to support the family business nearly 20 years ago. “These days Paul runs the workshop and I keep a healthy eye on the accounts, manage our website and the marketing of the company. I even voice our own radio ads!” With four children of their own, the Stockmans take safety very seriously. “Road accidents kill so many people each year and we need to take a stand, the first step being safe vehicles on the road,” says Shelley.

“In addition, all our loan cars have tether points for child car seats.” The vehicle one-stop-shop upholds high standards of professionalism and safety and Paul has clocked up more than 40 years’ experience in the automotive industry. The MTA member and licensed AA repairer fully guarantees its automotive repairs and is an accredited First Assist provider for the area, providing callouts to those covered by insurance or vehicle dealer policies. “We keep up with the times, investing each year in new technology and constantly update vehicle information online,” says Shelley. Clients earn AA Smart Fuel points every time they spend with Paul Stockman Motors, and the eco-friendly business recycles all material from its servicing, minimising impact on the environment. Whether it’s WOFs, brakes, tyres, cambelts, radiators, wheel alignments, car batteries, locks and keys, suspensions, shock absorbers, cooling systems, seat belts or pre-purchase inspections, Paul Stockman Motors has the solution.

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Children have always been a huge area of passion for local Stems home-based educator Laura Brown. Providing nurturing small group care, in a loving environment from her Half Moon Bay home, means Laura can follow her passion every day. Originally from Scotland, Laura (pictured) and her young family moved to Auckland two years ago and Laura became a local nurse for Plunket. As a trained and registered nurse, Laura was able to mesh her experience in healthcare with her love of babies and young children. Missing a deeper, one-on-one relationship with children and their families, as well as the ability to spend time with her own young family, Laura made the decision to become a home-based educator with Stems FROM HOME last year. Laura chose Stems having already established good relationships with owners Emma McAlister and Stephany Wofinden when selecting childcare for her own son as a busy working mum herself. Stems provides a wide range of free weekly activities in the community for educators to

access with the children they care for, says Stephany. “We also support our educators extremely well with finding the right match with families to work with, and their own ongoing learning and business sustainability.” As a result Laura enjoys the flexibility of being able to be around before and after school and kindy for her own two children as well as sharing lots of fun and giggles with the little people under her care at home each day. Flourishing with a diverse group of warm and experienced educators working locally Stems has created an excellent support network for individual educators running their own small businesses. With child wait lists growing thanks to Stems excellent reputation, Stems are constantly on the lookout for home-based educators with the ‘X-factor’ who want to care for children in their own home, carve out careers in education and support local families. To join the Stems FROM HOME team, or find out more about quality care for your child, call:

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Junior netball

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The courts at Howick Pakuranga Netball Centre were filled with eager youngsters and proud parents as the junior grading round got under way on Saturday. In the year 5 competition, Baverstock J2 were up against Cockle Bay J6.

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Love to dance

THE Howick Round Dance Club runs introductory classes for all ages. Learn to waltz, rumba and cha-cha. Introductory classes of five lessons are at 7.30-9.30pm starting this Tuesday at Pakuranga Heights Primary School, Pakuranga. They cost $30. For more information phone Sheryll on 6266221 or Lesley on 021-1666-988.

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Big Band Aid

THE ST Andrew’s Big Band will be performing a fundraising concert for the NZ Red Cross Vanuatu appeal on Saturday, May 16, 7.30pm at St Andrew’s Church Centre (11 Vincent Rd). The concert will include music by Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller as well as featuring guest vocalists and the George Bonner Quartet. Tickets $10 from the church office 9am-2pm. phone 535-4403 or email admin@howpres.org.nz.

Bichon FrisĂŠ fun

BICHON Frise fun day & AGM. Join us at Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club Pavilion on Sunday, May 17, 11.30am. Entry $2 per adult. Bring tasty plate for shared lunch. Lots of fun for the pure bred Bichon FrisĂŠ. Phone Marion 021-955-056

Robbie Burns

THE Robbie Burns Association invite one and all to a friendly afternoon of poetry, music, piping and song on Saturday, May 16, 2pm-4pm at the Masonic Centre, 59 Grey Street, Onehunga. For more information, phone Janet Williamson 376-4448.

Round dance

HOWICK Round Dance Club welcomes new members to join the beginners class on Friday evenings at 7.30pm-9.30pm. Learn to waltz, cha cha, rumba, tango etc. Pakuranga Heights Primary school hall – have fun while you learn.

Card making evening

CARDS galore. Friday, June 19, 6.45pm-10pm, Picton Centre. $45.00. Have a fun evening making 25 handcrafted cards for a variety of occasions. You choose the cards you want to make. No experience necessary. Cost includes all materials, use of tools, supper and entry into a prize draw. RSVP and full payment by June 12. Numbers are limited. Contact Hilda 533-7543 or 021-0228-0135 or hildaliefting@ yahoo.co.nz

Aglow meeting

EAST Auckland Aglow will meet on May 26 at C3, Howick, 27 Aviemore Drive (near Denny’s), Highland Park, 9.30am for a cuppa. Meeting at 10am12pm. Speaker Gail Hodgson, Elim Church. Come and be uplifted.

Lymphoedema

Lymphoedema Support meeting Monday, May 25, 7.30pm, Domain Lodge, 1 Boyle Cres (off Park Rd), Grafton. Presentation on new products, creams and dressings and keeping your skin in good condition. All welcome. Phone Joy 625-6463.

Choral Society

PAKURANGA Choral Society presents its first concert for the 2015 year at All Saints Church, Howick, 2pm, Sunday, May 24. The programme, which brings together the society’s choir and St George’s Choir from Thames, includes Schubert’s Mass in G, Haydn’s Creation and Ubi Caritas by David Hamilton who is also guest conductor for the event. Tickets at the door: Adults, $25; seniors, $20; students, $10.

Max Cryer in town

A CELEBRATION of all things feline at Howick Library, Wednesday, May 27, 2pm. Max Cryer, New Zealand’s best-known writer, broadcaster and entertainer, talks about his new book, The Cat’s Out of the Bag. Join Max to celebrate cats and all they have given to us words and expressions, poems, books, movies, cartoons and artworks.

Photography exhibit

‘POLISH Street’ photography exhibition, part of the Auckland Festival of Photography. Opening May 28-June 19 at the Polish Heritage Trust Museum. A black and white photography exhibition by Polish artist Damian Chrobak. Free entry to the exhibition. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. 125 Elliot Street, Howick. Phone 533-3530. www.polishheritage.co.nz

Mecoss Expo

NEED to promote your organisation? Mecoss – Manukau East Council of Social Services is hosting its annual Community Expo, a perfect opportunity to engage with the community and get your organisation out there. Saturday, June 20, 10am-3pm, Pakuranga Plaza, $30 per exhibitor. To register your interest email admin@mecoss. org.nz

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HOWICK and Pakuranga Members of the Auckland Miniature Club are taking part in an open day. May 17, 10.30am-2.30pm, $2 adults $1 child $5 family. We make dolls houses and all the wonderful things to put in them. There will be sales tables , displays and even a small item which can be made on the day. Phone Jean 524-6556 or Colleen 537-4313.

The Garage Op Shop

You’ll find bargains galore and some of the best prices around at The Garage Op Shop, 96 Udys Rd, Pakuranga. Open Friday 10am-2pm. Phone 576-2435 or thegarageopshop@pcf.gen.nz.

Diabetes support

The next meeting for the Botany/ Howick/Pakuranga Diabetes Support Group is on May 27, 7.30pm, at the Salvation Army Room, 298 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany Downs. The guest speaker will be from St John Ambulance. Phone Sam 272-3354.

Choir at library

ENJOY a cup of tea while listening to the musical talents of the Mellons Bay Primary School Choir on Friday, May 15 from 10.00am-10.30am. Drop in to Howick Library and prepare to be entertained with this free concert. Morning tea provided. Call Howick Library at 534-5301.

New church

CITIPOINTE Church has just launched a new location in East Auckland and plan a grand opening on Sunday, May 17, 9 Rylock Place, Pakuranga. Citipointe Church is inviting the community to come along and join in the fun. At 10am, there will be fun for the whole family, including a free BBQ, food and drinks, a jumping castle and activities for the kids. At 6pm, there will be a worship encounter service with the band ‘Citipointe Live’.

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Macleans concert

CELEBRATING NZ Music Month at Highland Park Library, Tuesday, May 19, 12.15pm-1pm. Macleans College Orchestra will be playing a lunchtime concert so come along and join us for light refreshments whilst listening to this very talented group of students.

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MECOSS has its next Howick and Pakuranga Community Network meeting on Thursday, May 21, 10am12pm, Howick Children’s and Youth Theatre, 29 Granger Road, Howick. It is an opportunity for discussion, learning and to network with like-minded community organisations. The presenter is Matthew Luxton from Envision. Envision will be creating several community recycling centres in Auckland. Email admin@mecoss.org.nz to register.

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It’s a double treat for music lovers attending Pakuranga Choral Society’s first concert of the year in Howick this month. St Georges Choir from Thames joins the throng to create a 100strong choir for Schubert’s Mass in G, Haydn’s Creation and David Hamilton’s Ubi Caritas. The Mass in G, was written when Schubert was a young composer and is full of typically Schubertian tunes, from the lovely flowing melody of the opening Kyrie, to the beautiful soprano tune of the Benedictus. Haydn’s Creation, however, celebrates a very young world. The violent chords and ambivalent harmonies of the Introduction are followed by dark, mysterious voices which lead to the triumphal shout of “Lightâ€?. From then on, there is a

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sequence of gorgeous songs, such as With Verdure Clad, and culminating in the mighty chorus, The Heavens are Telling. One of New Zealand’s top musicians and composers, David Hamilton, will conduct the choir and his own fine work Ubi Caritas, on the theme of divine love, is a notable addition to the programme. David is also well known for his work with young people, and with him on this occasion are three fine, young soloists – soprano, Natasha Wilson; tenor, Manase Latu; tenor and bass, Ken Kubiak. With these young people, and under David Hamilton’s meticulous direction, the choir has compiled a great programme which is not to be missed. The concert is staged next Sunday, May 24, 2pm, at the All Saints Church in Howick. Tickets available at the door: Adults $25, seniors $20, students $10.

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OR the first time the Manukau Concert Band (MCB) will perform with the Greater Auckland Chorus in a concert at Ormiston Senior College on May 23 at 7.30pm. The Manukau Concert Band comprises of 45 members and was established in the early 1970s. It has served the community ever since with regular concerts and play-outs at a range of venues.

The repertoire of the MCB includes pop and jazz classics and sophisticated wind band music from the huge repertoire available to this popular genre. The Greater Auckland Chorus (GAC) is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, an international organisation originating in the United States, for women who sing unaccompanied four-part harmony, barbershop style.Â

GAC was formed in 1983 and has been New Zealand champion six times. As current national women’s barbershop singing champions, GAC will represent New Zealand at the 2015 international contest in Las Vegas in October. â– â– For more information, visit www.mcb.org.nz or www.greateraucklandchorus.co.nz.

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Feedback Why did so many students fail UE last year and what needs to be done? It pays to give your feedback. Your opinion matters to us. Email us at editor@times.co.nz; comment on our Facebook page, facebook.com/timesonlinenz; or write to us at The Editor, Times Newspapers, PO Box 259-243, Botany. Auckland 2163; fax (09) 271-8073. Words should not exceed 200 words and should carry the name, residential address and contact telephone number of the author. Nom de plumes not accepted.

Opinion by, Chris Whelan

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bout 65,000 secondary students finish school each year. Of them, about 38 per cent will enrol to study at one of New Zealand’s eight universities, 44 per cent will choose to study at a polytechnic or wananga or do trades training, and about 19 per cent will join the workforce. But last year about 900 school leavers who had applied to go to university, failed University Entrance. Let’s have a look at what happened and why, and what students, parents and teachers can do about it. In 2014 the bar was raised and new University Entrance requirements took effect. The changes were made by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) following a review in 2010, which saw wide sector consultation, including with universities. We were keen to raise the minimum literacy and numeracy standards required for entry to university.

Why? Because universities wanted students to be better equipped to cope with the academic expectations and challenges they face once at university. Under the new requirements, students now need to gain sufficient credits in both literacy (reading and writing) and numeracy. They now also need 14 credits in three approved subjects. While we don’t have absolute evidence about why so many more students missed out on University Entrance, there are some clear patterns, especially around the new three subjects requirement. So here’s some advice for students and parents, maybe even teachers, about how to gain UE this year or in future years. First, ensure your student makes an informed decision about whether they want to study at university and therefore need to pass University Entrance. To get into university today, students need both NCEA level 3 and

Motorway toll

I support your correspondent Barry Southon when he promotes the idea of a motorway toll charge (Times, May 7), or even better, a regional fuel tax as an alternative to a targeted transport levy imposed as an additional charge on rates by the council.  The motorway toll would presumably require overhead gantries and cameras at all entry points, and as happened at the northern Johnson Hill tunnels, some motorists would just refuse to pay, knowing that the cost of the council taking them to court would exceed the amount collectable. Rate rises are unpopular, and the alternative proposal of a fuel tax of approximately 1c, together with even more additional, but slightly less than they otherwise would have been, rate increases would have induced many to prefer the motorway tolling option. I believe that a fuel tax of 5c per litre, with no rate rise element on top of other rises already in prospect, would have been the best alternative. Such a tax is easy to institute and collect, it is payable by everyone who uses a car instead of just those who own property or travel on a motorway, and we are so used by now to a 5c (sometimes more) overnight price rise being imposed by the petrol companies, that it passes almost

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University Entrance. Ensure students are studying sufficient literacy and numeracy credits. Note some subjects like Art History or History have credits that count towards literacy. Build in some wriggle room. A common issue last year was that are probably asking ourselves on a daily basis. Given this exercise is only costing the taxpayer $26 million, we should do this more often to ensure we retain a fresh flag reflecting the constant changes of ownership our once proud country will be subject to. James McGehan, AucklandÂ

FUNDING: What about a fuel tax of 5c per litre asks HEH Perkins?

without comment. The Government keeps saying no to passing legislation permitting Auckland Council to fund its massive projects by means other than rates. They claim that the projects are not the best solution. Will they tell us what they believe are?  HEH Perkins, Botany Downs

Flag Design

Given that there are no real reasons to rush and change our flag at this time in NZ history as we are not moving to become a republic, here is my suggestion. The new flag design should be a bold black question mark centered on a wishy washy background of nondescript colour that doesn’t offend. This new flag would signify who we now are and where we are heading which is something many of us

Climate change

Our world is in meltdown due to climate change. In NZ we should be focussing on solving climate change, not wasting time on a flag change. CO² in the atmosphere is now some 400 parts per million; in 1950 it was 310 ppm. The Arctic ice volume has reduced by 3% per decade from 1948 to 1999; the average annual temperature in the South Pole has risen 2.4°C since the 1950s, three times the world average; the Tasman glacier in NZ has retreated by an accelerating rate currently 500 to 800 metres per year, causing a lake to form which was not there in 1973; 2013 was the 37th year in a row with higher than average global temperatures. With climate change, weather becomes more unstable: witness the damaging effects of hurricanes Katrina (2005) and Sandy (2012) in the US, typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines (2013) and recently cyclone Pam (2015) that devastated Vanuatu.

many students aimed for the minimum number of credits required in literacy, numeracy and the three approved subjects. Instead we strongly recommend that students study for more than the minimum number of credits in order to give themselves some critical “wriggle roomâ€?, in case they fail some credits or don’t hand in some work. Check that the other three subjects being studied are on the “approvedâ€? subject list, which is available on NZQA’s website. Schools offer a wide-range of NCEA subject options but not all of them are ‘approved subjects’ and count towards University Entrance. It’s also worth noting here that in addition to achieving University Entrance, some university undergraduate programmes require students to have taken specific subjects at school and gained minimum credits in certain subjects. All the universities’ websites provide good information for future students.

I strongly recommend that students thinking about going to university check with their school careers adviser, dean or other contact to ensure they are taking the right subjects and achievement standards to meet University Entrance and any other university requirements. The good news is that of those who missed UE last year, about 16 per cent of the 900 who initially missed UE, went on to gain it through catch up credits or resubmissions to NZQA. A further 6 per cent are doing bridging programmes at university, and a very small number gained special admission. NZQA and the Ministry of Education are also continuing to work with schools to ensure they fully understand these changes. Finally, what can parents do? Make sure your school knows your son or daughter proposes to go to university and ensure there is a plan in place.

How much evidence do we need before we awake? We have to accept that our addiction to fossil fuels, excessive consumption, population growth, environmentally unsustainable growth and ecologically damaging development are the major reasons for climate change. The key is to accept this, to reflect on how we can alleviate these causes and to commit to positive changes where we can in our lives. (Abridged) Steve Lincoln, Member of the Environment and Sustainability Committee, Catholic  Diocese of Auckland Botany Downs

All of which is a golden opportunity for the opposition parties to deliver a vote of no confidence in the incumbent political party. What do we get? A woman’s weekly type ponytail pulling scandal, a lot of attention to a royal baby, a star wars wedding, the glorification of brutal senseless blood sport and little else. New Zealanders deserve better, firstly from the toothless opposition parties, TV journalists, newspapers, political commentators and most of all from the Labour and Greens spokesperson. The question has to be asked, do they have one? Gary Hollis, Howick

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Taniwha challenge

IF EVER there was an example of how New Zealanders are poorly served by the the opposition parties, television, political commentators, news media and daily newspapers, the sell-off of yet another family jewel in the crown the magnificent property up north must be it. The word lease must now be completely deleted from both the national and labour parties’ dictionary. If this epidemic sell-off of our greatest assets combined with commercial and company sell-offs, the country will in a very short space of time be over 50 percent foreign owned.

â– â– Chris Whelan is executive director, Universities New Zealand

I would just like to congratulate you for your article on page five, re “Is there a Taniwha in the chambers� (Times, May 7). I will challenge you to put this discussion on your front page, and show some real journalistic fortitude, on a topic that needs immediate discussion. I was born in Howick 65 years ago and am probably one of only a handful still alive who meet Emilia Maud Nixon, who bequeathed Uxbridge to Howick. She would be mortified if she knew the discussions of her intent for her peaceful Garden of Memories. Ed Evans

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Later in life Not unlike other life milestones, Aucklanders are buying their first home later in life. While most (77 per cent) of the ‘parent generation’ were in their 20s when they moved into their first property,

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nearly half (53 per cent) of recent buyers were purchasing after their 30th birthday. More recent buyers are also less likely to purchase with a partner or spouse (63 per cent compared with 88 per cent respectively) and are less likely to have children when they enter home ownership (25 per cent compared with 41 per cent respectively). More first-time buyers are

tests are more intense and prolonged for those buying today, the research show. Close to half (47 per cent) of all 1019 people surveyed agreed that ‘buying my first home put me under a lot of financial pressure’, and 53 per cent of respondents agreed that ‘I had to make significant sacrifices to my lifestyle when I bought my first home’. However, a noticeable

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Evidence to keep bans RESIDENTS are being asked to provide any evidence of alcoholrelated crime or disorder in public places, in a bid to keep current local alcohol policies in place. Changes to the Local Government Act 2002 introduced a higher threshold to be met to allow an existing alcohol ban to be retained. Those that do not meet the higher threshold will lapse next October 31. Included in the legislation changes is the requirement for a review to ensure that alcohol bans are only retained in areas of high alcohol related crime or disorder. As part of the Auckland Council Alcohol Control Bylaw, local boards have been delegated to review the alcohol bans existing in their local board area. To keep an alcohol ban in place, it is a legislative requirement to have documented evidence of alcohol-related crime or disorder. Howick Local Board deputy chair Adele White says there are currently 194 alcohol bans in the Howick Local Board area. But these bans will lapse unless there is clear evidence of alcohol-related crime and disorder. “Staff have analysed legacy council information and taken a look at relatively recent police data, which has resulted in evidence to retain 14 crucial alcohol ban areas,� she says.

There is enough evidence to support retaining alcohol bans in Marine Parade, part of Bowscale Place (including walkways and Tarnica Reserve), Bleakhouse Reserve, Meadowland Park, Howick Village shopping area, Bucklands Beach (including the hall grounds), Eastern Beach, Falstaff Place and Reserve, Howick Beach, Barry Curtis Park (car park and adjoining road), William Green Domain, Mellons Bay and Cascades Walkway. “However,� Ms White says, “it’s critical for residents, community groups and businesses to provide any alcohol-related evidence for the areas where alcohol bans are proposed to lapse.� The other 180 alcohol bans will lapse unless public submissions provide sufficient evidence to justify their retention. Submissions on specific local ban areas will be accepted from June 19-July 17 and should be accompanied by evidence of crime or disorder attributed to alcohol. This might include broken bottles, general disorder, excessive noise, or intimidation that occurs on a regular basis. The public submission process is designed to obtain evidence of alcohol-related crime or disorder from members of the public for those areas where legacy council information or police data is limited.

financial change over the decades is the length of time to actively save a deposit, with 66 per cent now taking three or more years compared with the majority of the parent generation (63 per cent) doing so in two years or less. Unlike their predecessors, recent buyers also continue to feel under financial pressure well beyond settlement day. While more than half (53 per cent) of the parent generation said they found no challenges in keeping ownership of their first property, recent buyers say the opposite, citing mortgage payments (39 per cent) and maintaining the property (21 per cent) as their main difficulties.

a greater need for costly and timeconsuming decoration and renovation work. The Kiwi love for DIY aside, more than 73 per cent of recent buyers said their homes needed some level of work, with 28 per cent needing more substantial renovation. This compared with less than half of those purchased in the 1970s or before (49 per cent), with only 17 per cent needing renovating at some stage.

Lack of housing stock More than half of buyers from the 1970s or before moved into a ‘new home’ (51 per cent bought ‘off plans’, ‘as new’ or ‘near new’), while 27 per cent of those purchasing in the last five years have been able to do the same. Just six per cent of recent buyers surveyed bought off plans compared with 28 per cent of those before 1980. Competition for housing stock is also a more recent issue, with 14 per cent of recent buyers indicating it as their biggest challenge when buying a house, coming in just behind ‘price’ and ‘finding the right type of property’. No respondents from the 1979 or prior group felt competition was a challenge when they bought. Old housing stock also comes with

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SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT RODNEY WAYNE SYLVIA PARK

DUTY MANAGER PERMANENT PART TIME

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Full Time

Are you a Graduate or someone with a few years work experience? Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Solving problems and helping customers?

Sancta Maria College is looking for a flexible, confident and caring person to take over the role of Homestay Co-ordinator. This position involves working with international students and homestay families. Previous experience of working with young people from different cultural backgrounds would be an advantage. Good communication and computer skills are essential. This position is 10 hours per week which includes some evenings and term breaks when required. To commence as soon as possible. Application form and full job description available on school website www.sanctamaria.school.nz Apply in writing enclosing application form and CV to: Sancta Maria College PO Box 64 437 Botany 2163 Attention: Business Manager or email: m.littlejohn@sanctamaria.school.nz Applications close 18th May 2015

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Looking for Part Time/Full Time Painting Contractors

Owairoa Primary School New Zealand’s finest primary school requires an Administration Support Person for our busy International Student Department CV to: diane@owairoa.school.nz CD230423

Must have a minimum of $1,000,000 liability insurance. Must be GST Registered. Tidy appearance, work to deadlines, honest and RELIABLE. Provide top quality work. Always maintain a clean work environment. Understand and follow the Health and Safety procedures and legislation. Materials and paint will be supplied. Painter must have their own tools and vehicle. Phone Karen 0275 329 740 Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Mechanical Service Supervisor

Spirax Sarco Limited is a successful global engineering company who specialises in steam solutions. There is currently a vacant Full Time position available based in our East Tamaki Premises in Auckland, with travel required around the country from time to time. This role requires an experienced Trade qualified person to undertake a wide range of maintenance, installation, testing, commissioning and equipment survey work in a variety of industrial environments. This role will also include supervising a team of service technicians and offers a great opportunity for career advancement. For more info on this position visit: www.trademe.co.nz listing # 881441183 Please email your application or queries to bryce@spirax.nz.

TEACHER AIDE

Registered Nurses | Part Time | Botany Doctor

A fixed-term vacancy exists for a teacher aide to work 30 hours per week during term time – 39 weeks. The position involves supporting students with emotional, behavioural or learning disabilities in mainstream and learner-support classes. An application form is available by emailing Shelley Ross on sross@pakuranga.school.nz Applications close on Tuesday 26 May 2015 Phone: 5347159 www.pakuranga.school.nz

HARTLEYS Store Manager and Part time Sales Person Ladies Fashion As one of New Zealand’s foremost ladies fashion retailers we will shortly be opening a new store in Howick. We are looking to appoint a Store Manager and a part time sales person who is customer orientated and who understands the importance of providing excellence in customer service. The successful applicants will be sales focused, well presented, well spoken and have an enthusiasm for the fashion industry. Applicants must be available to work at least one day in the weekend. If you feel you meet the above criteria and this role may suit you please either email your application to gillian@hartleys.net.nz or post to Gillian Barker, National Retail Manager, Box 34-372, Birkenhead 0746.

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Botany Doctor is currently seeking two Registered Nurses to join our professional, friendly practice. We are a solo GP practice and winners of Practice of the Year in 2011 and 2014 at respective PHO’s. Our ideal candidates will have at least 2 years General Practice experience, but we will consider excellent hospital staff wanting to transition into primary care. • Qualified NZ Registered Nurse and Current Annual Practicing Certificate • Experience with MedTech 32 preferred • Current Vaccinator Certificate • Cx Smear taker or willing to train • Join the friendly team at Botany Doctor Position One: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 0845 -1715 Position Two: Thursday - 0900 -1915 Friday - 0845 -1715 At Botany Doctor we have a genuine interest and care for people. If you are honest, flexible and reliable with strong self - directed management skills and most of all, enjoy providing a high standard of care to your patients then we want to hear from you. Applicants are asked to submit CV on line at www.gojobs.co.nz/registerednurses.htm OR cath@botanydoctor.co.nz

PROPERTY ASSISTANT

Are you looking for rewarding part time work? Do you want to give back to the community? We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable gardener to partake in a wonderful and rewarding project with Dingwall Trust, a care and protection facility in South Auckland.

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Baverstock Oaks School is a large modern school. We require a property assistant with a sense of humour who is energetic and fit to work 21 hours per week (Wednesday – Friday 8.30 – 4pm). The position will include day to day duties, maintenance, ride on mower work, ability to complete some repair tasks, work with contractors and be a flexible team member with a strong work ethic. This person would need to be self-motivated, able to problem solve and work unsupervised. They would also be able to work full weeks on occasions and some school holidays when required. To register your interest in the position, outline recent work experience and skill ability, in writing or email to: The Principal Baverstock Oaks School 21 Baverstock Rd Flatbush Auckland Email: office@baverstock.school.nz Applications close Thursday 22 May 2015 For further information check website www.baverstock.school.nz

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SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE

Owairoa Primary School New Zealand’s finest primary school requires a Translator to support our International Students and Parents. The applicant requires a good grasp of English and able to communicate in Mandarin and/or Cantonese. CV to: jane@owairoa.school.nz CD230419

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This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic team environment. To be successful in the role you must be enthusiastic and present a clear and strong customer focus. The right candidate will have the following skills and attributes: � Excellent communication both written and verbal � Excellent phone manner and attention to detail � Customer Service and Data Entry experience is essential � SAP experience (advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided) � Bubbly and confident personality � Strong focus and problem solving skills � Can multi-task and adapt to changes quickly � Positive out look If working in a fast pace environment is the challenge you seek I’d love to hear from you!

Sales Manager

An amazing opportunity is available to join a New Zealand Company. You will be reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely alongside them on a daily basis. Ideally the successful applicant will have the following skills: • Tertiary qualification in business or management, but this is not essential • Advance technical skills a must - PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook, you will be responsible for delivering board reports and presentations • At least 5 years experience in a similar role supporting all levels of the business from entry level through to the Managing Director • Professional highly articulate and proactive to any issues which may arise throughout the working day. • Able to work with minimal supervision, take the initiative and look after the day to day running of the business • Someone able to speak Arabic and English, as we are looking to open the market to the Mideast. Please phone 022 011 7401 in the first instance

DRIVER

Experienced truck/ digger driver for small earthworks and landscape company. Must have clean current class 4 licence and have excellent English both written and oral. Ph 021 617 611

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CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

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Required part-time office administrator/accounts person required for 2 days per week for growing landscape company based in Whitford. Must have experience with Xero accounting package, PAYE, GST, Payroll etc. Other duties include data entry using excel, emails, debtors /creditors, assisting project manager and director. Must be flexible with time, must be able to work unsupervised and on your own. Please email CV to cornerstonelandscapes@gmail.com or post to PO Box 12, Whitford, Auckland

SITUATIONS VACANT

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Support Person or Family

A person, childless couple or family with older children is required to support an easy going 20 year old man with relatively minor neurological disabilities. Ideally, you would accommodate this person in your home for 1-2 nights per week, from around 3pm until 8am the next morning. He is very fit and active, and someone that could extend his current skills and interests (biking, fishing, swimming, etc.) would be ideal. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and live in the Howick, Pakuranga, Botany or Dannemora areas. For further information, job description or to apply, please contact Saltarelo@xtra.co.nz. Applications close on May 29, 2015.

SITUATIONS VACANT

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Full and part time positions available. Please send your CV with covering letter to: Kamilla at abtc2@xtra.co.nz or phone 535 4076

An exciting new opportunity has become available for a confident and experienced Stylist. We have a busy, modern, high class salon and a fun a team. If you’re passionate, looking for a career development opportortunity and excellent rewards, please email your CV to: sylviapark@rodneywayne.co.nz OR phone Gaye 021 599 109

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Please email CV with a covering letter to: secretary@howickdartclub.co.nz

Qualified Beauty Therapist and Electrologist Wanted

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Howick Sports & Social Club invites Expressions of Interest for a position of Permanent Part Time Duty Manager. Hours of work approximately 30 and wages will be negotiated depending on employment experience. The Club is keen to hear from you if you possess: � Current Managers Certificate � Relevant experience in Gaming

Please forward me your CV to: angelina_mcquoid@hettich.co.nz

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Must be an experienced, caregiver/housekeeper to look after a couple in their 80’s in the Cockle Bay, Howick area, preparing meals and some light house duties. Please send your CV to Joanne, PO Box 42090 Orakei 1745 with a copy of police check, references and current drivers licence.

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Enjoy working outdoors? This position is a unique opportunity to join a progressive Company developing a new artificial turf division. Full training will be given. Please email your CV to: info@riggaspaving.co.nz or telephone Suzanne 972 1031

Part Time

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Two positions available. Flexible person required to work weekends and public holidays. Customer service and cash handling experience preferred. Immediate start date required. Email CV to: info@artsupplies.co.nz

WORKSHOP ASSISTANT REQUIRED

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Howick College is pleased to invite parents /caregivers and students interested in enrolling for 2016 to an Open Evening. The evening will start at 7pm with a 30 minute presentation in the School Theatre. Students and caregivers will then be welcome to move around the school to visit many of the classrooms. Not only will teachers and current students be available to talk with you about learning at Howick College but there will also be many opportunities for students to see and participate in a range of activities typical of the different subjects. It will be an enjoyable and informative evening and it will be the only opportunity to visit the school to see how it works.

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Pakuranga opening for Blues

EDEN PARK BOUND: Pakuranga College’s First XV.

By DANIEL SILVERTON

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IVEN the way the Blues have performed this season, Pakuranga College’s First XV might be the best New Zealand rugby team to take the ďŹ eld at Eden Park tomorrow night. Pakuranga is taking on Mt Roskill Grammar in the curtain raiser to the Blues v Bulls Super Rugby match. “The goal of introducing these games as Blues curtain raisers is to give as many boys as possible from the Super Rugby franchise area the chance to open for the Blues,â€? says Geraldine Oldham, general manager of marketing at sponsor KFC. Pakuranga coach and head of physical education and health

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Darren Jardine says: “I didn’t believe it to start with, it’s pretty awesome. “It’s not an opportunity that usually gets handed down to 1B teams that don’t make ďŹ nals, especially mid-table teams like ourselves. “It’s a great opportunity for the boys, once-in-a-lifetime for many if they don’t kick on to play representative football. “They are very excited. They are getting nervous as we lead up to it because it will be something different.â€? With the game also being broadcast live on Sky’s Rugby Channel, Jardine says the players will need to handle their emotions on the big stage. “We have to look it as just a normal game, there are competition

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Dylan up for sports award UP AND coming multisporter Dylan McCullough has an insatiable appetite for competition. In the secondary school summer tournament week earlier this year, Dylan competed DYLAN in ďŹ ve events and MCCULLOUGH placed ďŹ rst or Photo supplied / Lynne Scutt second in each of them. In one day, he was runner-up in the under-14 national open water swimming champs and won the national under-14 aquathon title. The following day, he defended his national under-14 triathlon championship, leading from the start and winning by more than two minutes, before his Saint Kentigern College team was also ďŹ rst in the national under-14 boys tag team triathlon. With triathlon his main focus, Dylan considered not competing in the open water swim and aquathon events so as not to hamper his performance in the tri. “I thought about it quite hard but it was an opportunity – why not take it,â€? he says. Two days later, he was second in the 1500-metre race at the North Island athletics champs. “It was a pretty good week,â€? he says. “My legs were smashed after the tri.â€? His efforts, which also include being a national age-group cycling champ, have seen Dylan named a junior sportsman ďŹ nalist for the Howick Sports Awards this Sunday.

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points on the line. We don’t want to get overawed and hung up on where we are playing. “What I plan to do when we ďŹ rst get there is let them get out on the ďŹ eld and be that 10-year-old that is completely amazed. “Then when we get in the changing room and go out the second time, that’s when we focus on the rugby. “When the ďŹ nal whistle blows, we can enjoy it again.â€? Captain Paula Maama and vice captain Robert Morris-Eyton have their pregame speeches ready. “I’ll be telling them to stick to the game plan and stick to our roles, block out everything,â€? says Paula. Robert says: “Just treat it like any other game. Forget about

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where we are playing and who we are playing and just do your job.� Pakuranga United premier coach and former Super Rugby and international player Pita Alatini is giving the team a pep talk today ahead of the match. “Being an All Black and playing there many times, he will give a few tips on how to prepare for it,� says Jardine. Pakuranga has a one win, one loss record so far this season, while Mt Roskill have been beaten in both of their matches. “So they could be quite dangerous,� says Jardine. “Because of our [smaller] size, we have to play a fast game and keep the ball alive. “We’ll put ourselves on show as a team and school.�

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PAKURANGA United’s Mitch Hunt and TJ Faiane have been named in the New Zealand under-20 team for next month’s world championship in Italy. New Zealand under-20 head coach Scott Robertson and assistant coaches Leon MacDonald and Tana Umaga confirmed their final selections after winning all their matches at the Oceania Rugby Junior Championship in Australia last week.

“We’re excited to finally settle on our squad which we believe has the ability to perform at this tournament. We’ve think we’ve got the balance right between experience and talent to give us the best opportunity to do well,� says Robertson. Faiane’s former Saint Kentigern College teammate Blake Gibson is also in the squad, as well as Pakuranga United junior Mitchell Karpick.

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Johnson’s try was sheer magic Warriors fans must accept Shaun Johnson’s brilliant performances along with his sub-par ones, and Blues beggar belief regarding reappointment of coach Sir John Kirwan HAUN Johnson’s magniďŹ cent Admittedly this hasn’t been Johncurrently stands at 15 wins from 44 face the Bulls at Eden Park tomorAgnew’s NRL match-winning try against son’s best year for the Warriors, games which is a hugely disappoint- row night. Cronulla is as good an individual though he did rise to the occasion ing 34 per cent success rate. Anyone The big one, however, will be the Angle effort as you will ever see in rugby

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brilliantly with another virtuoso performance in securing a rare Anzac test triumph against the Kangaroos that gave the Kiwis three consecutive wins against their arch rivals for the ďŹ rst time since 1953. Although the Warriors are only eighth on the table with four wins in nine games, news that Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Isaac Luke have been signed for 2016 offers long-suffering fans genuine hope. It’s not as though fullback Sam Tomkins and hookers Nathan Friend and Thomas Leuluai have not done a ďŹ ne job for the team. However Tuivasa-Sheck is younger, bigger and stronger than Tomkins and the

league or union. Not only did it salvage a 20-16 win at the death, but his mesmerising effort in which he left several defenders helplessly stranded, demonstrated what a special talent he is. Johnson is most deďŹ nitely not the perfect halfback, but there is none about who can match his sidestep and blistering acceleration. We saw something similar, again in the ďŹ nal seconds, when he crossed to beat England in the semi-ďŹ nal of the last World Cup and again, against Australia, on the way to winning the 2014 Four Nations when he left Greg Inglis for dead.

tough-as-teak Luke is the best running dummy half in the game. Certainly stand-off half Chad Townsend will be a loss when he returns to Australia but the experienced Leuluai and the gifted young Tuimoala Lolohea have the versatility to slot into his spot. Meanwhile, reports that the Blues are likely to retain Sir John Kirwan as their Super Rugby coach beggars belief. Asked to be judged on his performance after three years, his record

running a business with that record would quickly go bankrupt. Individually the Blues do have talent but collectively they have failed to ďŹ re. When that happens the gun is usually pointed at the coach. Judging from reports it seems Kirwan believes the problem can be solved if the Blues employ Crusaders assistant Tabai Matson as his assistant. No disrespect to Matson, but what about Kieran Keane who has done a great job at provincial level for Tasman in recent years? With key players Jerome Kaino, Patrick Tuipulotu and Charles Piutau injured, it is not going to be an easy run home for Kirwan’s Blues who

Wellington clash between the tabletopping Hurricanes and a Chiefs team that needs to improve its discipline if it is to do justice to its talent. Meanwhile, with Beauden Barrett joining Aaron Cruden on the injured list, Colin Slade continues to be the form ďŹ rst-ďŹ ve. While the All Black selectors are likely to stick to the tried and true they could be tempted to give serious thought to injecting Blues reject and Highlanders right wing Waisake Naholo into their squad. I know he’s joining a lot of others in heading overseas next year but, having scored eight tries, he’s been an absolute star.

End of cup action FENCIBLES United have narrowly missed out on progressing to the second round of NZ Football’s Chatham Cup after an agonising but action-packed 2-3 defeat to Oratia on Saturday. Oratia opened the scoring at Riverhills Park inside 15 minutes before the industrious Scott Booker equalised soon after. Fencibles took the lead through striker Zane Christiansen on the half hour mark but the NRFL division two rivals were back level at 2-2 by halftime. The visitors produced the bulk of the goal-scoring chances in the

second half but neither team found the back of the net, forcing extra time. Oratia got the go-ahead goal in the second period of extra time, leaving Fencibles to focus on their league aspirations. Bucklands Beach AFC were also eliminated from the Cup by Ngongotaha, going down 2-5 at Rogers Park.

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AKURANGA United’s 50th jubilee was a three-day snapshot of New Zealand’s rugby culture – from World Cup winning coaches to young players getting their first experience of the national game. The programme, which ran from Friday night to Sunday, had been months in the planning by a specially-formed jubilee committee. “We looked at all the different age groups and came up with something that was going to be good for everyone,� says club president Michael Biddick. The festivities kicked off with a black tie gala dinner, with more than 200 people in 50th anniversary: Guest speaker Sir Graham Henry with members of Pakuranga United’s premier team. Left, Nick Smith kicked two penalties in the 6-6 draw with University Photo supplied, Carmen Bird Photography / Times photo Daniel Silverton

attendance and dressed to the nines. Sir Graham Henry was the guest speaker and his 2011 sidekick Wayne Smith also made an appearance. “We thought we’d make it a memorable occasion,� says Biddick. “It was an awesome night. It was a good to have someone of Graham Henry’s calibre there to let everyone else have a good laugh.� Sir Graham was in fine form and had the room in stitches with his selfdeprecating humour and tales from

the All Blacks changing shed. He answered questions from the floor but had no reply for premier team player Michael McBeath’s request to be friends on Facebook. Guests at the dinner received copies of the 50th anniversary book, written by esteemed rugby journalist Bob Howitt. The book, illustrated with photos from the Times, is an extensive recollection of the club’s history, from its origins as the Howick District subunion, the formation of Pakuranga United in 1965 through to the success

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of the past few years. Prominent and long-serving players, coaches and administrators are profiled, and the members of every Pakuranga team to win a championship listed. “We’re really pleased with it,� says Biddick. “Bob’s done a very thorough job and put a lot of time into getting the right information and detail.� Saturday was an extended feast of rugby, with the premier team playing growing rivals University at the later time of 4.30pm and finishing under lights.

“We had rugby all day, right from the early morning until the end of the premiers’ game at 6pm,� says Biddick. “It was a packed day with all the senior teams playing at home, including the presidents. “We had a proper after match with University afterwards, which you don’t get very often.� The premiers ensured the party atmosphere continued by defending the Sir Fred Allen Challenge Cup, albeit with a 6-6 draw. Sunday saw the nursery grade teams – under-5s to under-8s – take the field, then put through skills sessions by senior players. The finale was an ‘Old Timers’ match between Biddick’s XV, featuring past players, and Mark ‘Dicko’ Dickinson’s XV, made up of the more recent crop. Biddick’s selection included premier team double centurions Robbie McFadzean and Brett Meale and former Pakuranga junior turned rugby league international Richie Barnett, while Dicko led the club’s latest and greatest, with Gallaher Shield winning captain David Whitecliff-Davies travelling from Tauranga to don the green and orange again. Fittingly, the score was a 15-all draw to round out the rejoicing of all things Pakuranga United. “I think everyone thought it was a good celebration across all aspects of the club, from the flash dinner to the rugby and having a couple of quiet beers with your mates,� says the proud president.

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