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Should English be official?

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owick local Gayleen Mackereth has started a petition to make English one of the three official languages of New Zealand.

Most people are probably under the impression that English is an official language, due to it being the official language of this county until it was removed in 1987, when Maori became an official language.

English has remained a de-facto official language since then. It is accepted as such within legalese.

NZ First MP Clayton McMillan was involved in a push to recognise English alongside Te Reo Maori and Sign Language. The bill is still under consideration.

Gayleen argues: “While 96 per cent of the people speak or understand English, and the school system and all major communication in this country is in English, it seems strange that English is not an official language together with Sign Language and Maori” “English is a key to our economic survival and for many people, the

thing which connects us to other people throughout the world and attracts students and tourists to our shores.”

“If English is not an official language, how can we ask new immigrants to reach a certain level in a language which is not an official language? How can we accept a court judgment written in English if the official language is Maori/Sign Language?”

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have been taken to rejuvenate the language There is a huge push for school students and others to learn Maori nowadays.

This is echoed in official publications and on television. TVOne, in particular, begins and ends programmes in Maori and incorporates extra words in Maori during the broadcast. Many official publications now use Maori words as headings and use Maori in the main text un-translated,” Gayleen says.

“Regularly, these words are not italicised to distinguish them as

belonging to another language, but left in standard text, unlike Japanese which uses a different alphabet for loanwords, or earlier publications by British authors where French words were often incorporated but in italics to distinguish them from English in the text.

“This makes it particularly difficult for us trying to teach new immigrants what is and what is not in English and doubles the difficulty in resettling.”

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owick Brass is celebrating 60 years in the business. Band president Max Christiansen said Howick Brass has been an integral part of the community since 1959, starting out as the Howick Citizens Band through to Smiths Locksmiths Manukau City Brass in the 1990s and 2000s, up until the present day where the band has returned firmly to its roots as Howick Brass Inc. It was formed to serve the community 60 years ago by an enthusiastic group of local community volunteers.

“The band has grown over the years to not only serve Howick but also the majority of the east and south Auckland regions, with our students, academy band and senior band members coming from Panmure, Glen Innes through Otara and as far south as Papakura,” said Max. The ensemble of around 35 musicians is now firmly established as a strong and well-recognised community initiative and continues to serve the Auckland/Manukau area from year to year at civic services, community concerts, various parades and other notable performances.

Howick Brass Band performs at around 45 play-outs per year. The most notable include the popular Carols

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ick Anzac Day services. The band also works with local groups to add a diverse range of entertainment to community events.

The band has had much success in developing strong and committed musicians.

Younger members of the band have had the opportunity to participate in the National Youth Brass Band, New Zealand Secondary Schools Composite Band and the NZSO National Youth Orchestra. More experienced members have even had the privilege of being selected for the National Band of New Zealand.

In an effort to make the world of “brass-banding” more accessible to a younger audience, Howick Brass has recently launched an academy band programme which provides free group lessons to beginner and intermedi-

ate brass musicians, helping them learn and develop the art of brass playing. There are currently 10 - 15 members each week, with ages ranging from 6 to 15.

“In addition to local community engagements, Howick Brass Band enjoys participating in the National Brass Band Championship each year,” said Max. “In recent years the band has had significant success at these events, winning 1st place in the C Grade at the 2018 contest in Blenheim and

2nd in the same grade at this year’s contest in Hamilton.”

The band achieves similar results each year at the Auckland Bands Association district contest.

As to reasons why members play in Howick Brass, Max said the most important one is that they love music and they love playing music.

“You wouldn’t give up this much time in a week if you didn’t. We all come from different playing backgrounds.

“We have some extremely good players in this band and we have some players who are still trying work on the basics but everyone is patient with each other (usually) and we all help each other out to give better performances.”

There are many families involved with the band too.

“A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of welcoming back a returning grandmother at rehearsal - three generations in one band,” said Max. “There is a sense of loyalty and camaraderie that you get with a sports team. It is generally a bad feeling you get

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“Our lives have become increasingly busy and we all try to make this work for the good of the band. There is a sense of contributing something to the community not just at concerts but play-outs for Anzac Day and Carols by Candlelight are very important to the people in the band and to the people in Howick.”

As to the future: “Our goal is working with the local Howick community towards developing local facilities as an art and cultural centre within a vibrant village atmosphere.”

■■ Rehearsals and learner classes take place at the band rooms weekly at the Howick Domain on Wednesday nights 7:30pm. If you are interested in joining the band, feel free to contact the band president Max Christiansen on 027 430 3377. For information about the Howick Brass Academy, email Jordan at howickbrassacademy@gmail.com.

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he Christmas holidays are upon us but not everyone leaves Auckland.

For those of us who choose to spend most of our time at home, between sharing food with the family and catching up with rest, some of us will get out and about with friends or family, even for a few hours.

That’s where the East Auckland app will be helpful.

Created to open up all that is on offer on this side of the Panmure Bridge, the free app can be downloaded to either Android or Apple devices. It is designed to give users instant access to everything from things to do and where to spend your leisure time to what’s going on in the region and local news.

The East Auckland app, developed by locally-owned company Times Media, has had a great response so far with downloads growing exponentally.

The app provides a compass in a sea of metadata which simplifies access to contact details and information relevant to visitors and locals, irrespective of age.

It provides ready access to just about anything you might want to know or find under easy-tonavigate icons with a plethora of touch screen points, Users will find address details and, where applicable, an instant map pinpointing the location of

Keen Jaguar collector Geof Roberts will be bringing 3 cars to the show.

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the amenity or business or group.

Some of those listed who have chosen to expand their offerings have additional information and images as well as direct contact details.

Times Media’s managing director Reay Neben says the East Auckland app is an innovation made to make busy lives a little simpler not only for visitors but those who live, work, eat, play and are active in the Howick, Pakuranga, Bucklands Beach,

Botany, Ormiston, East Tamaki, Whitford, Clevedon and Beachlands, Maraetai areas.

“It features everything that’s happening in our community right down to the news in this area.

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Geof Roberts has always been interested in Jaguars and this March he will be bringing three splendid examples to the annual Brit & Euro Classic Car Show at Lloyd Elsmore Park.

The Times asked what got Geof initially interested in Jaguars?

“I have always liked cars, but in particular the Jaguar XK 120 (produced in the early 1950s) and the Mark 7.”

Geof’s favourite he has owned is the 1987 V12 X J S, and counts the series 4 (with a 2.8 litre motor and 3.6 litre gear box) as the first ‘bad’ buying mistake.

Geof will be bringing along his wife’s 2019 Jaguar XJL, a 2013 Jaguar XF sport brake and a classic

1967 Jaguar 420 G Mark 10.

It’s been a year in the making, and now this weekend’s Auckland Brit and Euro Car Show is set to impress the masses.

Held on Sunday, March 1 at Lloyd Elsmore Park, from 10-3, this year’s non-competitive public event has already signed up 774 cars and 21 bikes for the 2020 show. With the number expected to climb and better last year’s turnout. “With plenty of food and a live broadcast from EAST FM it will be a memorable and highlight event for every age and culture.”

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Christmas lights to dim as Peter hangs up Santa hat

By JIM BIRCHALL

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eter Harding of Bucklands Beach, has been putting on a huge display of Christmas lights on his property for around 30 years. He also dresses up as Santa and throws lollies out to the kids who’ve come to see his display. Each year he stocks up with

a whopping 300 kilos of sweets, provided off his own back.

This Christmas will be Peters’ last bringing goodwill to all. Now is the time for him to give it away due his advancing age and the scale of the job.

The display and Peter’s generosity will be sadly missed by locals, as it has been a commu-

nity feature for so long and the origin of many happy Christmas memories.

Meanwhile, Times photographer Wayne Martin captured a few more homes in the area which have decorated big-time for Christmas! Merry Christmas from the Times and have a safe and peaceful time.

It was a great day with the youngest competitor being 6 and the oldest 76. Times photos Wayne Martin

Nick, Kirsty take firsts There was a great turnout for the annual Point to Pub race on Howick Santa Parade Day on Sunday December 8 with 150 participants.

First home was Nick Luksich with a time of 30m21s and second was Connor Boulton who is only 12 with a time of 31.58.

First lady was Kirsty Halliday in 37.25.

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Howick shopping centre launches solar power initiative

The owner of a boutique shopping centre and a solar electricity innovator have developed a business model that overcomes obstacles for centres wishing to make better use of renewable energy.

The initiative is believed to be the first of its kind in New Zealand for this type of centre.

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We must invest in BLOOD infrastructure MP for Botany

Jami-Lee Ross

WANTED O SIT BACK, RELAX, AND SAVE THREE LIVES.

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ne of the biggest challenges our community is facing is a lack of transport infrastructure and a clear and concrete vision being delivered.

The Government’s announcement of $12 billion for new infrastructure should be welcomed, however considerable detail is still required.

This year I’ve been working on delivering the new Botany to Airport Busway, which will run along Te Irirangi Drive.

I’m working with the Transport Minister on this project and have made the argument that we need to see a Parkand-Ride facility in Botany as part of this busway and the Eastern Busway.

The Minister has instructed his officials to investigate a Park-and-Ride as part of this work.

This is an area where being an MP who sits in the middle of politics, with relationships on both sides of Parliament, means I can effectively work in the best interests of local projects.

Another part of Botany’s infrastructure that needs an urgent upgrade is the Chapel Road Bridge.

This unsafe crash hotspot was built more than 60 years

The Government’s announcement of $12 billion for new infrastructure should be welcomed, however “considerable detail is still required”.

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ago to rural standard but is in a rapidly growing urban environment.

It’s near a number of schools, the premier Barry Curtis Park

and the Ormiston Town Centre under construction, and needs to be widened, straightened and have pedestrian and cycling facilities installed.

I’m pushing Mayor Phil Goff and Auckland Transport to carry out the necessary work to the bridge.

A few days after the Government announced its $12b spend, the National Party released its own infrastructure policy document.

I read all 56 pages and couldn’t find a single mention of any local projects for Botany.

The long-running tradition of the two major political parties forgetting east Auckland will continue if there’s no loud advocate working for Botany and delivering on local issues.

Every major party MP from Labour or National will always have to sit back and put their party first, ahead of local needs.

The freedom to now speak up means I’ve been able to achieve more in the past year as an independent voice than I did in eight years as a National MP. Finally, I’d like to wish the people of Botany a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I look forward to continuing our ongoing conversation with Times readers about a wide range of subjects important to our community in 2020.

Jami-Lee Ross, Botany MP

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‘AT continues to ignore community’

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ollowing the delivery of a petition calling on Auckland Transport (AT) to remove the T2 lane from Pakuranga Road, which was signed by more than 1500 locals, AT’s response leaves no doubt about their lack of interest for what the community thinks, says Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown.

“Since the T2 lane was installed on Pakuranga Road many months ago I have had hundreds of local residents who use the road on a daily basis come to me with their concerns, particularly around the potential for a bad accident to occur,” he said.

A lot of the concern has been centered on the section of the lane between Cascades Road and Gossamer Drive, and the 50m allowance that has been provided for traffic turning left out of Cascades Road and traffic turning left into Gossamer Drive.

Since the lane was first proposed, residents have tried to warn AT that the 50m allowance is not enough to mitigate the risks.

“In their most recent

response, AT claims they are simply lining up the lane with the same rules applied around the city, but transport cannot be a one size fits all approach,” said Brown.

“AT also claim that the lane has improved travel times for buses and multi-occupant vehicles without affecting single-occupant vehicles in general traffic but can only provide vague percentages to back this up.

“Even then, their data shows the lane has made almost no impact either way, so I continue to wonder why it was needed in the first place.”

The response also indicates that planning for the Reeves Road Flyover, which was delayed a few months ago, should be ready for consultation early next year.

“I will keep a close eye on developments in this space to ensure AT delivers the project within the timeframe they have given,” he said.

“I also recently raised concerns with AT about reports I had received from locals that the T2 lane was now being

monitored by cameras. AT confirmed they had begun a programme of monitoring the lane to ensure compliance but that, for now, they would only be warning noncompliant drivers.”

They have however stated that formal enforcement will begin after a ‘grace period’.

“This will ultimately be another revenue-gathering exercise for AT, who know how difficult it is for drivers on Pakuranga Road to comply with this lane particularly between Cascades and Gossamer,” Brown said.

“This will ultimately make the lane less safe than it already is, as drivers will now be worrying about being ticketed outside of the 50m clearance.”

“I remain unconvinced that AT has the best interests of our community at heart when it comes to their decision-making around transport issues, and I will continue to advocate for the solutions that Pakuranga needs to fix our longstanding traffic issues.” ➤➤AT responds, Page 27

Get snapping for Arts Out East project Arts Out East has announced its first project in 2020, which is led by film and digital photographer Brendan Kitto.

He hopes to connect all generations through a nostalgic experience that uses both old and new practices and indoor and outdoor spaces.

His project simply titled ‘Howick’, revisits his early years of growing up in the region as a millennial, shining light on the importance of history and documentation during a time of growth and redevelopment.

It’s therefore most suited for Brendan to have reached out to Rices Mall owner and proud Howickian Wally Rice to house his film photography amongst the mall’s already existing history cabinets and notice boards.

Brendan’s installation will not only compliment the space, it will also encourage the regulars and the new, to partake in an east Auckland bus stop exploration, to go into the draw to win an Instax Film Prize Pack.

Below, Howickian Wally Rice (left) and photographer Brendan Kitto at Rices Mall; above, some of Brendan’s work.

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Seek out the photographs from January 6-19 and win!

1. Take a picture in front of one of Brendan’s bus stop photos around Howick/Pakuranga/Botany area or in Rices Mall 2. Post to Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #artsouteast by January 19 3. Go into the draw to win an Instax Film Prize pack.

Happy snapping! Arts Out East is a new community arts initiative and is supported by Te Tuhi Contemporary Art Trust and the Howick Local Board.

■■ Dates: January 6-19 ■■ Venue: Rices Mall & 6x Bus Stops within the Howick Local Area.

■■ Project Location: Howick, Botany and Pakuranga.

Merry Christmas!

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t is hoped more Kiwis will be opting to include a colourful grazing platter packed with delicious fresh produce as their centrepiece for this year’s Christmas table.

The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust general manager Paula Dudley says a growing number of people are committing to a plant-based diet or at least making a conscious effort to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables throughout the year.

“This is the perfect occasion to get creative with your Christmas table, as this time of year we have an amazing array of choices including sweet cherries, strawberries, ripe tomatoes, new potatoes, avocados, asparagus and fresh herbs.

“You’ll be amazed by how much more energetic you feel by eating a platter like this at Christmas instead of less healthy options” says Dudley.

Colour is the key to compiling an attractive

toasted pumpkin seeds and walnuts plus a wedge of lemon or lime to create an impressive festive display.

Merry Christmas!

ABOUT 5+ A DAY Did you know that eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables has also been linked to an improved mood? spread, so opt for plenty of bright reds, yellows, greens and a splash of beetroot hummus that will really get your taste buds going.

Cherries and strawberries are synonymous with Christmas given they’re in peak season. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants and are a good source of vitamin C, manganese, folate and potassium.

Avocados are one of only a few fruit which contain fat. This healthy monounsaturated fat helps to lower blood cholesterol and increase satiety, so you’ll be less tempted to go back for

second (or third) helpings on Christmas Day. Asparagus will provide your daily dose of folate while new season potatoes are a must-have with any festive meal. They’re high in fibre and a terrific source of vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, niacin and pantothenic acid.

“Did you know that eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables has also been linked to an improved mood?

So if you want to inject a bit more Christmas cheer into your friends’ or family’s lives, this is a great way to do it,” Dudley says.

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The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust was established in 2007 for the benefit of all Kiwis, especially children.

The Trust is committed to increasing the consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables for better health in all New Zealanders. We encourage all Kiwis to eat five or more servings of colourful, fresh fruit and vegetables every day for good health. Our key messages are in line with our Ministry of Health and the World Health Organisation’s recommendations. The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust is funded by voluntary contributions from New Zealand’s pan produce industry. ✦ Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest @5adaynz #5adaynz

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Simon Gault, one of New Zealand’s favourite chefs, has released his latest cookbook just in time for Christmas. We’ll feature a couple of his recipes each week right up until Christmas.

Pina colada mess ►1 ripe pineapple ►1 2 meringues (recipe below) ►1 quantity of Simon’s Rum (or Brandy) Sauce (recipe below) ►2 cups Kara UHT coconut cream (refrigerated for at least 2 hours — see below) ►3 pistachio nuts ►m int sprigs, to garnish

MERINGUES

► 6 egg whites ► 2 cups caster sugar ► 1 tsp vanilla essence ► 1 tsp white vinegar ► 1 tsp cornflour

Serves: 6

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This is my take on the traditional Eton mess; it sure looks a mess but, seriously, this is the most wicked flavour combination.

I think it might just become your favourite summer dessert.

Remove the pineapple skin and cut the flesh into bite-sized wedges. Place in a bowl.

Roughly crush the meringues and add to the bowl with the pineapple and Simon’s Rum (or Brandy) Sauce. (You could add

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Scoop all the solid coconut cream into a bowl and discard the coconut water. Whip the solids for approximately 12 minutes, until soft peaks form and it resembles whipped cream.

Pour the pineapple-meringue mix onto a serving platter and swirl through the coconut cream.

Using a microplane, grate the pistachio nuts over the top of the mess and garnish with mint sprigs.

► 1 cup cream ► 2 egg yolks ► 1 tbsp sugar ► 3 tbsp dark rum or brandy bowl of ice ► ½ cup cream, whipped to soft peaks

Preheat oven to 120°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Very gradually add in the caster sugar, continuing to beat until thick and glossy.

Beat in the vanilla essence, vinegar and cornflour.

Place spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared tray.

Bake for 45 minutes, allow to cool and store in an airtight container until you’re ready to use them.

SIMON’S RUM (OR BRANDY) SAUCE In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup cream until small bubbles appear.

In a separate glass bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy.

Pour the cream over the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return this to the saucepan and cook over a very low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until the sauce coats the back of the spoon (or it reaches 82°C). Add the rum or brandy.

Cool the pan in a bowl of ice and once chilled fold in the whipped cream. ► Extracted from Summer with Simon Gault, published by Penguin Random House NZ, RRP $50. Text © Simon Gault, 2019.

Photography © Vanessa Lewis, 2019

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God’s got skin in the game For Christmas 2019, the Times asked Pastor Brett Jones, executive member for the East Auckland Ministers’ Association, for a personal reflection on Christmas.

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’ve always had a fascination with words. My parents instilled in me a love of books and reading. It’s one of the things we’ve passed down to our own children, who read almost as much as they eat!

There’s a beauty in words. A precision. Just the right word for the right moment. But sometimes a mystery. Words which drift in meaning over time and depending on context.

I find myself endlessly fascinated with the origin of phrases.

Recently, I found myself researching a phrase, “skin in the game”. It sounds dangerous before you even know what it means.

And if it was inspired by William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, then dangerous would be right.

In this play, Antonio stands as guarantor for a loan to his friend Bassanio and promises a pound of his own flesh as collateral, to be exacted by the lender Shylock, if Bassanio defaults on the loan.

That’s having skin in the game.

When Jesus entered human history, God put skin in the game. God put himself in harm’s way. And it cost him a lot more than a pound of flesh.

If you’ve put skin in the game you’ve taken risk, you’ve taken responsibility. You’ve realised that the outcome is so important, that you’ll put yourself in harm’s way to get it done.

When Jesus entered human history, God put skin in the game.

God put himself in harm’s way.

And it cost him a lot more than a pound of flesh.

The first 13 verses of John 1

paint a picture of God’s revelation of himself to humanity. And we discover the God who doesn’t merely speak creation into being, he is himself the Word that gets it all started.

1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made

that has been made.

There’s a beauty in these words.

A precision and a mystery. John reveals the life and light that flows from that moment of creation. You and I have a sense that we are not alone in the world. Creation speaks to us. Our inner lives crave a sense of connection to what is beyond us.

But something is coming.

Someone is coming. Someone who will bring light to everyone that we might make sense of our place in the world. God is about to invest in humanity in an unprecedented way: The Word became flesh. The Word who was God and was with God and who made everything was appearing in the flesh. God was putting skin in the game.

We will never fully know the cost of that investment. We have some sense of the horror of the Easter Cross. But what about this moment, the moment of becoming flesh? Where God who is “other”, the uncreated God, joins his creation in a moment of selfemptying. That’s a lot of God to

squeeze into a tiny baby! The fully divine God becoming fully human with all of the accompanying limitations, pain and vulnerability.

It’s a big deal. It’s skin in the game.

God put skin in the game when he became like us. And if you’ve put skin in the game you’ve taken risk, you’ve taken responsibility.

You’ve realised that the outcome is so important, that you’ll put yourself in harm’s way to get it done.

So what was God so concerned about? The Word became flesh, fully human so that we might become fully human. The fullest realisation of our humanity is simply this: to know and live the reality that we are children of God. So this Christmas as we recall the birth of a child, we might reflect on who we are as children of a God, who loved us so much he put skin in the game.

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Attention partygoers ... look out for your mates this festive season

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As work Christmas parties and other celebrations are in full swing and with many people planning parties for this weekend, Brake is reminding everyone to plan their travel and, if driving to events, making sure the designated driver stays sober.

Brake’s Driving for Zero campaign urges drivers not to drink any amount of alcohol or take any drugs before getting behind the wheel. The charity also urges family and friends to speak out and stop a loved one drink or drug driving.

Figures show that in 2017, alcohol and/or drugs was a factor in 111 fatal and over 1100 injury crashes resulting in 130 deaths and over 1500 injuries. Research shows that drinking any amount of alcohol can affect your driving.

of confidence and means drivers are more inclined to take risks and believe they are in control when they’re not.

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If you’re driving home from celebrations, it’s vital you take your responsibility for people’s safety seriously.

Caroline Perry, Brake’s New Zealand director said: “As a charity that supports people bereaved and injured in crashes, we witness the suffering that drink and drug driving inflict, and appeal to everyone to help put a stop to it. Drink and drug driving deaths and injuries are cruel and needless, ending and ruining lives and leaving behind traumatised families to pick up the pieces.

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Owairoa School student in LA at Golden Screen Awards

By FARIDA MASTER

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t took 11-year-old Sophia Cai six auditions to bag the role in Warner Bros shark-thriller, The Meg. But never in her wildest dreams did she imagine that she would be at the JW Marriott LA Live Centre making an acceptance speech as she won the Golden Screen Awards Best Actress, in Supporting Role Award.

The Owairoa School student, who has recently returned from LA, won the award for her performance as Meiying in last summer’s blockbuster The Meg that also won the Best Film Award at the 2019 Golden Screen Awards in the American/Chinese co-production section.

Sophia says the biggest challenge she faced whilst shooting for the joint venture with an international star cast led

by Jason Statham, featuring Ruby Rose, Li Bingbing, Rainn Wilson, Winston Chao and NZ actor Cliff Curtis – was being a good swimmer. “It was quite scary when I had to jump off the boat in the middle of the ocean. The scene required two helicopters crashing on our boat and we had to jump into the ocean to save ourselves,” she says of the film which revolves around a prehistoric shark, Megalodon.

“They have mats at the side of the boats and you are supposed to jump onto that. But I nearly fell off the side of the mat and luckily there were stunt men in the water, waiting to rescue me,”

she says.

On location for four months, Sophia says that she was eightand-a-half years old when she shot the science-fiction action thriller.

“I was one of the actors who was longest in the film with the main characters... since a third of the people got eaten by the shark,” she says.

Having acted in a couple of commercials, TV shows and a feature film Summer Only We Know, the 11-year-old moved to New Zealand two years ago.

Born to a Chinese mother and British father, Sophia says they moved to Auckland because her

dad was a bit homesick.

“We also moved because of health reasons as there is no pollution here,” says the talented young actress who speaks fluent English and Mandarin.

Sophia’s mum Shelly points out that acting in movies is just a job to be done for Sophia. “It’s not like she’s a star.”

Her younger daughter, nineyear-old Elena, is also starring in Disney movie Mulan to be released next year; while Sophia has been signed up by Creative Artist Agency (CAA), one of the top four Hollywood talent agencies based in LA. Apart from pursuing acting,

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I saw the article in the Times today (December 12) and a comment

by Simeon Brown that Auckland Transport only provided vague percentages around the impacts on travel times.

Below is the information that we have provided based on our data collection with clear, robust percentages, the most telling that travel times for general traffic along Pakuranga Road have only been 3 per cent slower month-on-month than prior to the T2 lane being installed and there has been a 7 per cent increase in bus patronage during peak travel times despite significant construction activity as part of Stage 1 of the Eastern Busway.

This is one of the largest roading projects in Auckland and a significant amount of planning was undertaken to provide more travel options and minimise the impact on the local road network while work took place.

The T2 lane, along with new express bus services and a Park and Ride service at Lloyd Elsmore Park were some of these critical measures taken to minimise the impact of construction of Stage 1 of the Eastern Busway by offering more travel choice in the areas of Panmure, Pakuranga and beyond.

The data collected from our traffic monitoring programme show that the objective of minimising impacts of construction and providing more travel options to the public is being achieved. If we did not introduce measures and options such as the T2 lane, new express bus services and maintaining traffic lanes

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through the construction site then there would be greater travel disruption caused by construction to the travelling public.

Some key results from our traffic monitoring programme include: ■■ The impact on journey times for single occupant vehicles has been minimal since the lane was introduced. Specifically, our data shows that journey times of single occupant vehicles have been an average of 3 per cent slower monthby-month. This is a positive result given the extent of construction activity and reduced construction related speed limits on the local road network.

■■ AT have seen improvements to bus journey times and increased bus patronage of 7 per cent during peak travel times since construction started. The new 728 and 729 express services that have been introduced to support the T2 / Buslane are the largest contributors to the increase.

■■ AT have also been reviewing journey times across the wider east Auckland area, including Waipuna Bridge and Lagoon Drive and there has been very little impact on journey times for single-occupancy vehicles or public transport as a result of construction of Stage 1.

For October, journey times for the wider network have been 4 per cent slower than prior to construction. Again, a positive result given the amount of construction activity on the road network in the area.

■■ Our observations have been that multi-occupant vehicles and buses using the T2 lane have experienced faster journey times.

Christine Ford from the Lions Club of Bucklands Beach.

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Lions send supplies to Samoa The local Lions District has flown $9500 worth of emergency supplies to Samoa to help with the measles outbreak up there.

Christine Ford from the Lions Club of Bucklands Beach co-ordinated the project.

■■ Traffic has been able to merge and turn in / out of side streets safely and efficiently Stage 1 of the project remains on schedule for completion in 2021.

We have seen some positive behaviour change over the past few months with more people shifting to public transport and making changes to their journeys and we thank the people of East Auckland for this cooperation and patience.

The $1.4b AMETI Eastern Busway will bring rapid transit travel options to one of Auckland’s fastest growing areas with a congestionfree, high frequency, busway that will carry more than 7500 passengers during peak hours between new stations in Botany, Pakuranga, Panmure and onwards to other parts of the region. When com-

Christine is the District 202K Pacific Island Region Chairman.

Lions received great help from Global Medics and Air NZ as well as its own Lloyd Morgan Lions Clubs Charitable Trust (NZ Lions own Charitable Trust). pleted in 2025, the busway will reduce journey times by up to one third by bus and train between Botany and Britomart. It was also indicated that consultation on the Reeves Road Flyover will take place early next year. The response referred to in the article actually stated that we will have a clearer view of the timeline for construction of various elements of future Eastern Busway stages, including the flyover, early next year.

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Third set of lights is crazy

I would like to congratulate the unimaginative and ideologically blind planners at Auckland Transport (AT) for putting a set of traffic

lights outside the bus terminal on Ti Rakau Drive.

There are now three sets of lights in a row within about 100m and a forth that exits from Greenmount Drive on to Ti Rakau at the middle set of lights.

The already-bad rush hour traffic has been magnified immensely.

It has added 20-odd minutes to my journey and I suspect thousands of others have been greatly inconvenienced as well. AT does not care.

Their ideology makes them deliberately deaf, dumb and blind.

There were other alternatives than just throwing in another set of lights. However that would mean putting a little thought into things, something AT seems incapable of.

To add insult to injury, there have been many occasions when no vehicles have been entering or leaving yet the lights have changed to red. Go figure.

Today, even though the lights were green, a bus turning left into the terminal could not pull in fully as another bus which had just gone in could not move forward either.

This meant that even though the new lights were green, only one lane could be used. This was a usual occurrence before the lights and is an even greater aggravation now.

Well done AT, you have really outdone yourself this time.

I see that Facebook is alive with annoyed commuters over this ridiculous situation. May I suggest, instead of bleating on Facebook, send your messages directly to AT and Auckland council.

Concerned commuter

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Owen and Margaret White of Pakuranga.

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Celebrating 70 years of marriage Long-time Pakuranga residents Owen & Margaret White recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.

Originally from Wellington, Owen (96) and Margaret (93) moved to Auckland in 1981 and have been residents at the Pakuranga Park Village for the last 16 years.

They met on a blind date and within two years married on December 3,1949.

Owen enjoyed his career as an electrical engineer and Margaret

Times should apologise

Re “Sex assaults at school” in Howick and Pakuranga Times on December 12. The ridiculous headline as above is sleazy reporting at its worst.

The Board of Trustees (at Shelly Park School) and the school principal have updated the parents at all times. The complainant also contacted the police and then the (Independent) Police Conduct Authority and Oranga Tamariki and the Min-

as a clerical/secretary.

When asked the secret formula for a long-lasting marriage, they both replied that their backgrounds were similar and that they appreciated each other’s talents.

The couple, their daughter, son-in-law and two grandsons enjoyed a restaurant lunch in Cockle Bay on Sunday and an afternoon tea with friends at the Pakuranga Park Village on the following Tuesday which was their actual anniversary day. istry of Education.

All found that the school had handled the matter well and there was no further action needed.

The complainant has also used social media to vent and denigrate the school principal and board chair so all and sundry can now know who it is and therefore the young child’s name.

How foolish of the newspaper to promote the case and be seen to be

All Nations Pastors with Simeon Brown (second from right).

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All Nations celebrate On Sunday December 1, the All Nations Foursquare Church on Pigeon Mountain Road welcomed the community to an afternoon of free food, games and entertainment, including a magic show by Popcorn the

Clown and a bouncy castle.

People in the community also got to listen to a Christmas message about the love of God. Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown graced the event and greeted the community.

running down all the good people who were offering to help.

Principal Brian Rolfe is a longserving and much-admired education and community worker in this area, as is his chairperson.

I believe there should be a prompt apology from the editor of the HP Times to the hard-working caring school staff and Board of Trustees for seeming to denigrate their excellent work.

serious assessment. The parent to whom we spoke strong believes neither the school nor the police (and other authorities) have handled the situation adequately. That’s a bona fide news story. There’ll be no apology for reporting on such an awful matter.

Casey Wilmott, Howick

■■ Editor’s Note: Don’t shoot the messenger. How is the headline sleazy? It’s precisely what happened.

You’re clearly a parent or teacher there and so should understand this is a serious situation which required

Our feathered friend has made herself quite at home at Edgewater village.

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New visitor a real tweet-heart Last week a lovely little cockatiel landed on the shoulder of Edgewater Village’s Maintenance Manager and hasn’t left!

Since her arrival she has landed the highly sought after role of ‘Wellbeing Officer’ for both residents and staff, who are loving getting to know their new feathery

friend and describe her as very “chirpy”.

As you can see by the photos, she is very busy! Some of her tasks include helping the admin staff and sitting on the shoulders of other staff members throughout the day – offering her wellbeing tips.

The bird is yet to be named; maybe our readers can help with suggestions?

■■ E-mail your ideas to jim@times.co.nz

Classy decade for craft market I am privileged to have been involved with the iconic Classy Crafts Market for up to 10 years.

I salute the volunteers and helpers at the market, also the many crafters who excel in their specialist craft products, the key element of the market being buy NZ made and shop local. Times change, I’m sure these crafters, many being local, will be around Howick Village for years to come.

Well done Classy Crafts.

Wally Rice, Howick

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Howick’s indoor Classy Crafts market to close Classy Crafts, Howick’s indoor market, is to close.

For almost 10 years, Classy Crafts has opened its doors on Saturdays at All Saints Community Hall in Cook Street.

Classy Crafts will be opening the doors for the last time this Saturday from 9am-1pm but will not be re-opening in 2020.

Initiator and convenor of Classy Crafts, Ruth Hammond, acknowledges the long-term support of Margaret Sexton who has used her considerable skills in marketing and promotion and assisted new stall holders with the presentation of their products. “I would like to thank Margaret, and our team of volunteers who had a

vital part to play and were always there to support the smooth running of the market,” said Ruth.

“Additionally, I would like to say a big thankyou to the people of Howick and surrounds for their support. It has been an absolute joy to meet so many lovely people.”

There will be tears and many hugs exchanged between the

Classy Crafters after 1pm when the market closes for the last time.

“Take the opportunity to purchase some last minute Christmas shopping and to pop in and say goodbye to your favourite stall holders and obtain their business cards,” said Ruth.

Desirable Christmas raffles will be drawn on the day.

Ruth Hammond.

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We now have a permanent position available for the start of next year. Mellons Bay School is a wellresourced school with a fantastic team of friendly staff and a supportive parent community. We are looking for a highly motivated teacher to join our team. The successful applicant will have NZ experience.

Please send your CV, a letter of application and two, contactable referee names to: Colleen Margison, Principal ColleenM@mellonsbay.school.nz

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

Call Kris today on 0800 998 866

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* Terms and Conditions apply People First Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

FOR SALE

HOME HELP OFFERED

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

NETBALL GAMES CONVENOR We are looking for an all-round Netball superstar to join our journey to develop Netball and organise competitions and games at our Centre.

To be successful in this role you will: • Be reliable, well organised, self-motivated and have energy to burn • Have a real passion for the game of Netball and Howick Pakuranga Netball Centre • Be able to work with volunteers positively for the good of HPNC • Have an understanding of how competitions are run from pre-competition through to post (training on using the Draws programme will be provided) • Ability to grow and extend the current competitions run at HPNC • Have excellent communication, organisational and networking skills • Have the ability to build strong relationships with our members and stakeholders The role will include Saturday attendance during the winter netball season (April to Sept) with some evening and the occasional Sunday also required. The role will be 20 hours of work per week February to mid-December.

Please send your CV and a cover letter by January 31, 2020 to robynmg@xtra.co.nz

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Book any one of our FAB Services in December and go in the draw to win a $50 Farmers Botany voucher and a FREE drive to get you there to enjoy spending it. Prize valued up to $100* • Assistance with Christmas shopping We can also help during the • Or if you prefer - shopping on Festive Season with: • Drop off & pick up service to the your behalf • Christmas wrapping service shops so no parking worries!

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We accept donations of: Good Used Furniture Household Goods • Clothing

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We will place your public notice in the next available issue of the Howick and Pakuranga Times for only $121.50 + gst per insertion Just give us a call on 09 271 8055 or email your form to classifieds@times.co.nz Please include your phone number

Phone 09 271 8000 • www.times.co.nz

Wanted: a very special person with a love of cooking.

Virtual Village East is seeking a facilitator to run our Senior Chef programme next year in Howick. This will involve 5 paid hours a week over 8 weekly sessions, starting in April 2020 and potentially another programme in October 2020. Training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will be friendly and well-organised, have a background in nutrition, a passion for working with the elderly in the East Auckland community – and of course, a love of cooking!

If that sounds like you, please send your CV to the Virtual Village East Co-ordinator, Lee Warmington on co-ordinator@virtual-village-east.org.nz

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Howick Youth Orchestra & Concert Bands Saturdays and Tuesdays at Pakuranga Intermediate Violin  Guitar  Clarinet French Horn  Trombone Saxophone  Trumpet Flute  Oboe  Drums Bassoon  Individual Piano Music for 5-6 year olds

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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: The Chairperson, Owairoa Primary School Board of Trustees, 85s Nelson Street, Howick, 2014 by 16 January 2020 QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7939 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Interference. 8, Cretin .9, Cradle.

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

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

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HOWICK, 36B Gosford Dr Sun 22nd. Xmas decos, misc h/hold items. Ladies good qual clothing, jewellery & access etc.

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TILING

We refer to the agreement for sale and purchase of the Property that we entered into with you to purchase the Property on or around December 2013 (“Agreement”). The Agreement contained a provision that you retained ownership of the dwelling as it was excluded from the sale. The agreement also provided that you would remove the dwelling from the property on or before 1 July 2015. Up to the date of this advertisement the dwelling remains on the Property. As we cannot locate you nor any of your representatives, this advertisement is notice to you that you must comply with the agreement and remove the dwelling from the Property on or before January 20, 2020. If you fail to do so, we reserve the right to do all or any of the following; 1. Claim storage costs from you since 1 July 2015; and/or 2. Apply to the court for directions; and/or 3. Exercise a right of sale of the property by tender process. Please contact us immediately using the following details to arrange collection of the dwelling.

GMP Pharmaceuticals Limited at asset@gmp.net.nz phone: 09-2721111 / 021 02851068 Attn: Emily Mao. DY272857

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

1. In accepting an advertisement for publication and in publishing it we are doing so in consideration of and relying on the advertisers express warranty, the truth of which is essential. a. That the advertisement complies in all ways with the Advertising Codes of Practice issued by the Advertising Standards Authority inc (ASA) and with every other code or industry standard relating to advertising in New Zealand b. The published advertisement will not give rise to any liability on our part or in a claim being made against us. c. That the advertisement is misleading or deceptive or likely to mislead or deceive or breaches the Fair Trading Act 1986 that is defamatory or indecent or which otherwise offends against generally accepted community standards that infringes a copyright or trademark or otherwise infringes any intellectual or industrial property rights that breaches any provision of any statute, regulation, by law or other rule or law .

2. Where the advertiser utilises any aspect of our creative/design services in the production of an advertisement (including photographic work) the advertiser acknowledges that we own the copyright in such work and that such work is not work for which a commissioning payment has been made or agreed.

3. The advertiser agrees to indemnify us against all losses or costs arising directly or indirectly from any breach of those warranties by the advertiser and from any costs incurred in our making corrections or amendments in accordance with the terms that follow.

4. We may refuse to publish, or withdraw an advertisement from publications without having to give a reason.

5. We may publish the advertisement on the next available day if there is an error or delay in publication of the advertising as booked.

6. We may correct or amend advertising to conform to style or for other genuine reason as long as we do so using reasonable care.

7. The guarantees contained in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 are excluded where the advertiser acquires, or holds himself out as acquiring, goods or services from us for the purpose of a business.

8. The advertiser must tell us as soon as possible if there is an error or omission in any advertisement the advertiser has placed. We will not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss from an error (which includes ommission, negligence, system or press failure, mistake, misclassification, early, late or non insertion of advertisement or loss or delay in the delivery of replies) and if we are found to have any direct liability for any circumstance that liability is limited to the cost of the space of the advertisement.

9. To cancel an advertisement a cancellation number must be obtained from us.

Times Newspaper Limited, 10 Central Terrace, Howick (behind Rice’s Mall) www.times.co.nz

NOTICE TO MURRAY STEWART STRINGER FROM GMP PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED TO REMOVE AND COLLECT DWELLING HOUSE AT 10 AVERTON PLACE, EAST TAMAKI, AUCKLAND (“PROPERTY”)

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Pick Up Service Available

WANTED to buy gold silver damaged & unwanted jewellery. We pay cash for old gold & silver items. Paul Taylor Jewellers. Shop C/7 129 Beachlands Rd, Beachlands. Ph 536 4200

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Howick School of Music

Bathroom and Kitchen Specialists

Wishes students and parents Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

We wish you all a

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We wish our clients a very Merry Christmas, and a safe and happy New Year

For a safe, worry-free Lock Smart Christmas

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Classes begin 8th February 2020 Enrol now – join our orchestras and bands

Inspiring a love of music in our community since 1966

Certifying Plumber

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I take this opportunity to wish my clients a safe, happy Christmas and prosperous New Year

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Our practice will close on 24 December and reopen 6 January 2020 Phone 09 537 4641 Open for emergencies on Friday 27 December Book online www.highlandparkdental.co.nz

We wish all patients a Merry Christmas and safe holiday.

We will be closed from December 23, 2019 and reopening January 6, 2020

Book your free consultation now and have your kitchen installed in the New Year and receive a $250 Prezzy Card!*

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Thank you for your support throughout the year.

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Season’s Greetings 09 274 0999

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Wishing you all a Merry Christmas

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The team at Harts would like to wish all their clients a very Merry Christmas and a happy & prosperous New Year

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We will close Tuesday 24 December 2019 and reopen Monday 6 January 2020 6 Walter MacDonald St, Howick. Ph 534 7465

0800 789 248

We would like to thank our valued clients for trusting us to look after their furry friends

Our office will close at 3pm on Monday 23 December and re-open 8am Monday 6 January 2020

Meowee Christmas

Look forward to seeing you in 2020

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Our emphasis is on quality and professionalism

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Wishing you and your pets a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Level 1, 320 Ti Rakau Dr, East Tamaki Phone 09 272 4000 • Email harts@harts.co.nz www.harts.co.nz

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We are open Monday-Thursday 6pm-8am, Friday and weekends 6pm Friday until 8am Monday, Public holidays 24 hours.

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Pick-up Service available Phone 576 1507 9 Ben Lomond Cres Pakuranga www.eastgatecc.org.nz

Wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

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Second Hand furniture and household donations are gratefully accepted

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Howick Presbyterian Church St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz | Ph 535-4403

Christmas Services

Christmas Eve 5pm Family Service Christmas Eve 8pm Christmas Day 9.30am Family Service

You are Welcome to join us at CLC Cnr Drake & Baird St, Howick • Tel: 535 4333

29th December and all January services are at 9.30am

Start creating a better tomorrow, today!

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This year we will be holding the following services Christmas Eve: Family Holy Communion Service 6.00pm Holy Communion Service 11.00pm Christmas Day: Holy Communion Service at 9.00am Everyone most welcome

Reverend Warner Wilder, Priest in Charge.

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Christmas Eve 6.00pm Children’s Crib Service 11.00pm Midnight Communion

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Christmas Day

Christmas Day Service 9.30am

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CHRISTMAS SERVICES

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE 24 December 6:30pm CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE 25 December 9:30am

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Wednesday 25 December

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Sunday 29 December 10am Family Worship

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Corner Picton Street & Parkhill Road CHRISTMAS EVE – Tuesday, Dec 24 Carols 6.00pm – Vigil Mass 6.30pm : Family Mass Carols 11.30pm – Mass Midnight CHRISTMAS DAY – Wednesday, Dec 25 Mass 9.00am only. Family Mass with Carols

11pm New Year’s Eve Service

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Christmas Services

Glory to God in the highest

St Paul’s in the Park Christmas Services

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Dec 24 @ 10:30pm Carol singing and 11:00pm Worship and Communion Dec 25 @ 9:30am

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Ex Hornets star signs for Roosters

By JIM BIRCHALL

tournament team which saw him invited to the next ormer Howick interKiwis camp in January 2020, mediate student and but was unable to attend due Howick Hornet’s league to commitments with the player Benaiah Ioelu has Roosters in Sydney. been snapped up by the Benaiah credits his faith as Sydney Roosters on a 2-year a big contributor to his sucdevelopment deal. cess; “The main thing that Benaiah’s first interest in keeps me going is prayer as I rugby league began at the believe I got my talent from Howick Hornets club when God above. My parents have he was four years of age. He brought me up in a Chrisspent his first five seasons at tian home, and my grandthe club, before making the father was initially against switch to the Ellerslie Eagles. my brother and I playing on The path to higher honours Sundays – but now he just was paved through excellent reminds Benaiah to be careclub performances which ful, and not forget his prayers. culminated in selection in “So that’s what I do before, Auckland Rugby League ageduring and after a game – grade sides since the age of Benaiah Ioelu, who attended Howck no matter if my team wins Intermediate, is heading to camp in Australia 10. or loses, I have to be thankHe also attended the next month to continue his rugby league. ful especially if I come away

Photo supplied under-16 Kiwis wider trainfrom a game injury-free.” ing squad camp this year, before selected as one of the Players of He would also like to shout out debuting for Toa Samoa at under the Game by the Newcastle side. to those that have helped him on 16 level against the Kiwis last Benaiah then captained the his quest to becoming a profesOctober. under-15 Akarana Falcons team, sional sportsman: “A big thanks to Earlier in the year Benaiah who went undefeated at the 2019 the coaches and managers, famstarted taking part in the Warri- national Youth Tournament in ily and friends, and of course my ors talent development program Rotorua, coming away with the number one fans – dad and mum and played the NSWRL 2019 Har- title after defeating Counties who have supported me on this old Mathews champions New- Manukau in the final. journey, and with what I have castle Knights in July, and was He was then named in the achieved to date.”

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Aussie girls back-toback champs The Australia Girls beat Japan Girls in their Cup final at the Sky Sport World School Sevens Rugby 2019 results while the Condor NZ Boys beat the Fijian Boys for the Boys Cup Final at Pakurana Rugby Club at the weekend.

The Australia Girls also won the competition in 2018 and went backto-back champions by beating the only Asian representation at the World School 7s tournament in New Zealand, the Japanese Girls. Last year, the Japanese team won the Plate Final.

The Condor NZ Boys take the title in 2019, beating last year’s runners up NZ Maori 26-12 in their cup semifinal. Meanwhile, the 2018 winners, Australia Boys, were knocked out in the Cup semi-finals 17-12 by the NZ Fijians.

Cup Finals

n Girls Cup Final: Australia Girls 21-12 Japan Girls n Boys Cup Final: Condor New Zealand Boys 43-5 NZ Fijians Boys

Plate Finals

Bowl Finals

FRIDAY 20

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5:17am 5:33pm

Shield Finals

n Girls Bowl Final: NZ Dutch Girls 15-0 Samoan Barbarians Girls n Boys Bowl Final: Rugby Academy Fiji Boys 21-12 Sydney Pasifika Boys

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The Australian Girls beat the Japan Girls in their Cup final at Pakuranga Rugby Times photo Wayne Martin.

Club.

n Girls Plate Final: BC Elite Canada Girls 21-0 Mako 7s Girls n Boys Plate Final: Tonga Barbarians Boys 31-12 Fiji Boys

Rise 1:22am Set 2:01pm

2:10am 2:37pm Rise 4:10am Set 6:32pm

6:16am 6:30pm

n Girls Shield Final: Rugby Academy Fiji Girls 30-7 National Indigenous Australia Girls n Boys Shield Final: Canada Misfits Boys 15-5 NZ Niue Boys

SATURDAY 21

Rise 5:55am Set 8:37pm 7:43am to 9:43am; 8:08pm to 10:08pm

WEDNESDAY 25 11:12am to 1:12pm

Rise 5:57am Set 8:39pm

Rise 2:27am Set 3:09pm

3:10am 3:35pm Rise 4:52am Set 7:37pm

7:11am 7:25pm

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“Seeing lives transformed by Christ’s saving power.

Being a community of hope, love and care.”

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Anstis joins Thomson for NZRC

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Peter Snell as fast off the track as on Agnew’s Angle

Howick’s Kieran Anstis has announced he will work with top Christchurch-based driver Dylan Thomson for his 2020 New Zealand Kieran Anstis Rally Championship.

Thomson has worked with partner Amy Hudson since making his rallying debut in 2016 but Hudson purchased a rally car of her own. Anstis comes well credentialled as a graduate of both Motorsport New Zealand’s Elite Academy and Rally New Zealand’s co-drivers’ academy. He also sitting alongside some of New Zealand’s top rally drivers, including an NZRC podium at the final round of the 2019 season, Rally Waitomo.

“Amy started talking about taking a year off earlier this season when she bought herself a rally car and it’s nearly ready to run so we both figured it’s as good a time as any,” says Thomson. “The opportunity to work with Kieran came up and I think we’ll make a good combination, we’ve both got similar ambitions and expectations for 2020 and moving further forward.”

Anstis says they are both chasing similar goals and targets.

“I’m really looking forward to working with him and the team next year.”

After a season learning the four-wheel drive, Specialised Auto Services Subaru netted third overall.

T

hree Olympic and two Commonwealth gold medals and world records for the 800m, half-mile and mile made Peter Snell our greatest track athlete.

His recent death in Dallas, Texas, age 80, leaves a nation to mourn a humble Kiwi who had the world at his feet.

He was the greatest of inspirational athletic coach Arthur Lydiard’s large stable of middle and long distance champions.

Snell was just 21 when he won gold over 800m at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Within the hour Murray Halberg won the 5000m with a typical gutsy run.

Snell beat great rival George Kerr to win the 1962 Perth Commonwealth Games halfmile before completing the mile double and added the 800m-1500m double at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.

He also broke the world mile record of Australia’s unbeaten Herb Elliott in Wanganui with a 3m 54.4s run and added the world 800m and half-mile records at Christchurch’s Lancaster Park.

Sir Peter Snell was the greatest out of the Arthur Lydiard stable.

Photo The Olympians

Both those performances were on grass, not the faster allweather synthetic tracks.

I first met Peter in Greymouth in the early 1960s where he won a half-mile and later attended a dance at the St John’s Hall. Later that night he came up to me and asked, “What are doing after the dance, Ivan?”

“I’m thinking of taking that girl home,” I said indicating a tall, pretty girl in a tartan dress with whom I had danced.

“Nah,” said Peter. “A few of us are going to the Albion pub for a few drinks. Why don’t you join us?”

Those were the days of six o’clock closing but West Coasters were notorious for ignoring liquor licensing laws. I wandered alone to the Albion, later renamed Kings after owner and former All Black captain Ron King, and met a group of athletes but no Snell.

Eventually he wandered into the bar about an hour later.

“Where’ve you been Peter?” I asked.

“I just walked home the girl in the tartan dress,” he said.

Not surprisingly Steve Hansen has endorsed the selection of Ian Foster to fill the vacancy he left as head coach of the All Blacks.

Loyalty has been a major part of Hansen’s incredible success and was shown by the big brass in staying loyal to Graham Henry after the 2007 Rugby World Cup disaster when the All Blacks performed poorly in losing their quarter-final to France in Cardiff.

That loyalty was rewarded

when the All Blacks beat the same team by just one point in the 2011 final to allow Henry to retire a winner.

Hansen’s record since has been phenomenal. His biggest disappointments was the 2007 World Cup, when he was an assistant to Henry and the controversial drawn home series against the 2017 British Lions and Ireland.

In the first the referee missed a forward pass from which France scored. However that couldn’t excuse a poor All Blacks performance.

As a long time assistant, Foster has also enjoyed a great run and is, as Hansen verifies, a much better coach today than when he struggled with the Chiefs in Super 12 before new Australian coach Dave Rennie won them two titles.

However my biggest fear is that a major rugby playing nation will snare brilliant Crusaders coach Scott Robertson whose three consecutive Super titles were not considered good enough for the All Blacks job.

■■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer

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