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Kaipara residents urged to continue rates strike. The Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association (MRRA) wants residents to continue their rates strike even if Kaipara District Council’s draft Long Term Plan (LTP) is abandoned.

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Warkworth boat building factory Core Builders Composites celebrated a milestone on May 25 when it despatched a 40-metre rigid wing-sail and cross-beams to the Oracle headquarters

in San Francisco. The carbon fibre, honeycomb and aluminium wing-sail will power Oracle’s AC72 (72-foot) catamaran, which will be launched in late July/early August.

It’s the largest component built at the factory to date and will stand as high as a 12-storey building when installed. Almost all of the Oracle boat that will defend

the America’s Cup in San Francisco next year is being built in Warkworth. Core Builders manager Tim Smythe (pictured left, with foreman-in-charge Dave

Hurley) says Kiwis will be able to see the boat in action next year when Oracle holds a winter training run off Marsden Point, Whangarei. Due

to its height, the wing-sail could not go through the Johnstone Hill tunnels and made its way to the Auckland wharves via Waiwera.

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Inside this issueBaby talkInfants feature – pages 21 to 25

Be my dateSchool ball feature – pages 28 & 29

Mahurangi CollegeNewsletter – pages 36 & 37

are not yet complete and are necessary to help clarify issues in terms of the debt and its validity.The MRRA believes the EcoCare debt is not legal and, therefore, not a community problem, but it is not the only issue of concern.“The current draft plan results in massive and unsustainable rates hikes for many residents,” she says. “New charges for those with more than one building on their property and for businesses are enormous, and will simply result in their demise. Roading levies also result in a big burden to some ratepayers.”The MRRA is not calling for the resignation of the mayor and councillors, but would like to see those culpable for mistakes held accountable. It thinks the

Kaipara has debt of $85 million, $58 million of which is attributable to the Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme, EcoCare, completed in 2009. At $4395 per capita, it is the highest debt level in NZ and under the

proposed LTP, the average rate increase is 31 percent across the district.The MRRA encouraged residents to use the submissions process, which closed on May 30, to demand the draft LTP be dumped, but association

committee member Helen Curreen says even if it is ditched, many previous problems will still have to be addressed.She says the council’s 2011 Annual Report and results of the Auditor General’s enquiry regarding EcoCare

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Auckland Council and the Sandspit Yacht Club Marina Society have each filed an application for costs totalling more than $500,000 against the community group Sandspit SOS Incorporated (SOSSI).

Marina society and Council seek half a million in costs

This follows an Environment Court hearing in January before Judge Jeff Smith, at which the marina society sought consent for the land-based works associated with the construction of a $10 million marina, adjacent to the yacht club. SOSSI opposed the consent.Judge Smith granted interim consent in March, pending conditions. His decision also stated that it was the Court’s view that it was not an appropriate case for awarding costs.However, marina spokesperson Jon Nicholson said the applications were about bringing closure.He said SOSSI had had an opportunity to settle prior to the hearing, which would have saved Council and the society considerable expense. However, they chose not to take this option.Council’s Hearings Committee chair Cr Noelene Raffills says where possible, settlement of resource consent appeals must be encouraged without the need for rehearing by the Court.“The Court’s decision confirmed Council’s position that the proposed conditions offered by the marina society largely addressed all matters,” Cr Raffills says. “There was little to be gained from the subsequent six-day hearing, which could not have been agreed to as part of a previous settlement.“Sandspit SOS Incorporated declined the opportunity to settle the matter in mid-2011 following two Court mediations and due to this, Council is following the correct procedure in trying to re-coup some of these costs for the ratepayers of Auckland.”She says any costs that are awarded

are likely to be substantially below the actual costs Council incurred preparing evidence and attending the hearing. “Seeking costs, irrespective of who is involved, aims to make those involved in court cases aware of the cost risks associated with cases that have a limited chance of success.“Any party, including an incorporated resident group, has the same obligation to seek the settlement of resource consent matters as developers, private individuals and public bodies such as councils.”A date for the hearing on costs has yet to be set.Meanwhile, boat owners interested in leasing a berth in the proposed Sandspit Marina can expect to see a prospectus some time later this month.Mr Nicholson says the prospectus will include the terms of the leases being offered, prices, conditions and guarantees over the 35-year life of the consent.He says the two main tenders affecting the price concern dredging and the pontoons and piles.“We’re reasonably certain of the price of pontoons and piles, but there’s a huge variation in the dredging costs, depending on who’s doing it and where and how the dredgings are disposed of.”Mr Nicholson says he’s confident the 131 berths on offer will all be sold.“There’s a 20-year waiting list for pile and swing moorings so we always knew there wouldn’t be any problems getting the marina fully subscribed.”

Parking upgradeA $65,340 upgrade of the Ahuroa Hall carpark and accesssway has been approved by the Rodney Local Board. The work will create 43 carparks, as well as addressing drainage issues and pathways. The board report noted that the hall was a well-used community facility.

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Despite the early start and drizzling rain, spirits were high at the blessing of the new Wellsford Library site, in Memorial Park, on May 16.

New Wellsford Library site blessed

Construction of the new Wellsford Library is due to start this month. The site was blessed by Te Uri o Hau Kaumatua Ben de Thierry.

Te Uri o Hau Kaumatua Ben de Thierry and Ben Connolly lead a karakia with a crowd of around 20 people including Rodney Local Board members and Auckland Libraries staff.Mr de Thierry said it was an honour to perform the blessing for a building that would in time become a place of education in the community.“Our young people will soon have a place to gather and learn, which is so important in today’s world,” he said. “It will be a great facility and great for Wellsford.”Rodney Local Board member for Wellsford James Rolfe said it was a milestone for the town.“It is a fantastic project which will benefit the future of

the town,” he says. “It has been a long process, started by the former Rodney District Council, but it has been worth persevering for such a worthwhile project.”Construction of the almost $3 million facility is due to start this month, with an estimated completion date of around April next year.Project manager Ramen Patel says the library has been designed to incorporate the history and culture of Wellsford, as well as promote the extension of the town centre southwards along Port Albert Road.Mayor Len Brown will turn the first sod on the project when he visits Wellsford on June 16.

Kiwi callingThe annual Kiwi monitoring programme will be in full swing across NZ this month, particularly in reserves and fenced sanctuaries. At Tawharanui Regional Park, TOSSI volunteers will be involved and are inviting others from the community to help. Volunteers need to be willing to sit quietly for two hours in the darkness listening for any Kiwi calling. Instruction is provided which involves learning what to listen for and how to identify the difference between the male and female calls. There will be four separate monitoring sessions, each held between 5pm and 9pm. Anyone interested, phone Patte on 425 9127 or 021 137 9035.

government should appoint a review authority to work alongside the council and suggests current rating could continue under an interim LTP, while the community is consulted about a fairer rating approach. After an unprecedented turnout of more than 2000 people to a rates protest in Mangawhai, the association is working to keep the public engaged, printing posters for people to put up on their properties declaring that they are rates strikers. Helen says getting the large numbers of absentee owners involved is a particular challenge.

“Basically, those people won’t know what’s going on till they get their rates demand and that won’t be until July 1.”Feedback from public meetings and the Mangawhai protest prompted a media release from Kaipara District Council, before the consultation period closed, flagging the likelihood of “significant changes” to the draft LTP. Chief executive Steve Ruru said ratepayers had sent a clear and consistent message about their concerns. “There are options available to reduce the level of rating increase in the short to medium term but these will mean

we pay more in the long run so it will be a balancing act as we try to work out the best mix of affordability and economy overall,” he said.He said the Annual Report would be adopted soon, but that 2010/11 financial results and the forecast for the 2011/12 financial year had been taken into account and Audit NZ was satisfied that “all significant matters in the report have been adequately reflected in the draft LTP.”Share your views on the Kaipara

District rates crisis at www.localmatters.co.nz

The Government has accepted an Auckland Council proposal to reduce the impact of the move to a single rates system.The legislation which created the Auckland Council required the move from eight rating systems to one by the end of this month. The Order-in-Council was gazetted on May 24 and will benefit 125,000 Auckland households who would have faced double-digit rate rises. The move means that residential rates increases will be capped at 10 per cent and business rates increases will be phased in over the next three years.It comes after the Strategy and Finance Committee yesterday voted to limit overall rates increases to 3.6 percent.The capped rate will affect 5544 ratepayers and 221 businesses in Rodney.“I am determined to keep rates around the rate of inflation and to be fair and equitable to all Aucklanders during this period of rates transition and into the future,” Mayor Len Brown says.

Capped rating system given official nod


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Don’t do do-dos hereLeader of the Rodney Local Board, Chairman Bob can’t be accused of over-estimating the intelligence of beach-goers in Sandspit. During a discussion on the possibility of converting the toilet block into a changing shed, his main concern was that visitors might be confused and continue to use it as a toilet after the conversion.

Sod it allWe can’t help having a dig at the local board organisers of the recent early morning sod-turning ceremony for the Wellsford Library. As if the rain wasn’t bad enough, the event turned into a blessing when it was realised that no-one had remembered to bring a spade. Not slow to capitalise on the hiccup, Auckland Council has since decided that this was actually the plan all along. Looks like the Mayor himself will do the honours when he’s in town on June 16. Let’s hope his minders don’t forget to pack the spade.

Singing in a rescueThe Police Twitter feed @BetterWorkStory is living up to it’s name with a few interesting tweets by policemen out on the job last month. Search and Rescue tweeted: “Went to look for a missing autistic child. He wouldn’t answer our calls but would say “EIEIO” when we sang Old MacDonald. We searched the bush, singing until we found him.”

Getting your bearingsAuckland Council staff’s lack of knowledge of Rodney is one thing, but it gets worse! During a Rodney Local Board debate on the Ahuroa Hall carpark recently, a board member was overheard whispering to a staff member: “Where’s Ahuroa?”

localopinionPoliticians out of their depth on public broadcastingWhen the National Government flicks the switch on TVNZ 7 this month, it will effectively turn the lights out on our only public broadcasting service (see story p11). We will have the distinction, along with Mexico and Portugal, of being the only countries in the OECD without a publicly-funded broadcasting service.Save TVNZ 7 organisers, who have already collected more than 22,000 signatures on a petition condemning the move, say that 1.4 million Kiwis watch TVNZ 7 each four week period – not bad for a station that has no publicity, no cross channel promotion and most crucially, no listings in magazines or newspapers. What this demonstrates is that there is a real appetite in NZ for programmes that aren’t reality shows, cooking shows or endlessly recycled imported sitcoms. Despite government claims to the contrary, it is not elitist to want to watch television that is quirky, informative, interesting and entertaining. Programmes produced by New Zealanders about our stories, diversity, places and issues are important in reinforcing our sense of identity in an increasingly homogenised world. Public broadcasting, at its best, fosters innovation and nurtures talent that would otherwise be overlooked or shunned by the overly cautious, ratings-driven commercial sector.Possibly the best example of public service broadcasting is the BBC, which is insulated by Royal Charter from both political and commercial pressure and influence. Its founding mandate was to provide “serious, educational and cultural programming which would elevate the level of intellectual and aesthetic tastes of the audience”. For

those of us old enough to remember, the old NZBC was set-up with a similar vision. Its demise was a serious loss to NZ and now we see it happening again. While politicians waffle on that “we can’t afford to spend taxpayers’ money on broadcasting”, it seems quite comfortable with a suggestion that rules should be eased so that local programmes on pay channels can receive taxpayer funding through New Zealand On Air. More of The GC series – now that’s something to look forward to! The Government is also conveniently overlooking viable alternative funding streams. Australia, for instance, funds its widely appreciated “Aunty” – the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) – through a levy on commercial broadcasters’ profits. At present, Sky TV’s profit is $120 million after tax and it has no requirements on its operations. The Save TVNZ 7 organisers say that a similar levy here would raise at least $13 million, just $3.5 million short of what it would cost to keep TVNZ 7 alive.Watching television is our most popular leisure activity with most Kiwis tuned in for around two hours a day on average (Statistics NZ). Perhaps it’s time for viewers to get out of their armchairs and tell this government we demand something better than the clatter that currently dominates our screens. TVNZ 7 may, and probably will, close at the end of this month, but let’s hope its demise kick-starts a full and proper debate on the issue of a properly funded and independent public broadcasting service, including secure funding of Radio NZ, for Aotearoa. Write to your politicians and tell them we won’t accept anything less.

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Attention event organisersMahurangi Matters is compiling an Annual Calendar of local events which will be hosted on our website and updated as dates and details are confirmed. The calendar will allow event organisers to know what is also happening on or around their planned event date. This could mean that events that complement one another could be aligned and clashes can be avoided. Email your event to: [email protected]. Entries should include dates, location, activities and contact details.

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Dishonest town hall processWhat the Rodney Local Board has come up with as a preferred option for the Warkworth Town Hall is totally dishonest (MM May 16).When I went to the consultation at the Masonic Hall there were only four options shown. These were the same four options as in the submission document handed out.I asked for a fifth option to be offered, which was to demolish a tired old building with little parking facilities. This option was put on the wall alongside the rest. We were then asked to place stars beside the preferred option. Within a few minutes, the fifth option had far more stars than any other option. By the end of the evening there were still far more votes (stars) for the fifth option.However, people who were given the submission form over the next two days knew nothing of the fifth option.The following day the hall was still open, but only staffed by hall supporters. The options were no longer on the wall and no one was offering the fifth option. This means that the board’s decision made on submissions is dishonest and was deliberately done in a way to get the answer that you got.The consultation should have been fair for all but it was not. This will be a $5 million waste of ratepayers money. Why not get the people that you claim support a rebuild to come up with at least 50 percent of the funds needed by way of personal donations and

fundraising. Why should the other 3500 people in Warkworth be forced into paying for an upgrade that they are not interested in? If they support it they will donate money.Shades of a community hall again. There was no support for that either.

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Rodney Local Board halls and reserves chair Brenda Steele responds:It was nice to meet you at the launch evening in the Masonic Hall and thank you for the email indicating your points as you saw them. In response please remember that:The four options presented for the Future of the Warkworth Town Hall were just that – options to give the community a starting point for discussions. The feedback form enabled residents to comment on these options, as well as any other suggestions they had for the future of the site. Given the level of feedback at the public meeting regarding the option to demolish the town hall, the Local Board members in attendance gave an undertaking to consider this option when making a decision on the town halls future. This option was considered along with all of the proposed options.The Business Case report is public information and can be obtained on website www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz, Rodney Local Board agenda/minutes/ 7th May.

Toilet demolition on holdThe demolition of the Sandspit toilet block has been deferred pending a report on the possibility of using the building for a changing shed. The Rodney Local Board has agreed to spend $153,616 on replacing the toilet block with a composting toilet. This work is expected to start soon. However, board member June Turner suggested that instead of demolishing a perfectly good building, Council investigate utilising it for a changing shed. The toilet was closed in February this year when the existing wastewater dispersal field failed. Due to the high water table at the location, a composting toilet was considered the best and environmentally safest option.


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Conservation networkingA website launched in Wellington, dedicated to supporting community conservation groups, is going national. Nature Scape is inviting conservation and environmental groups to get involved online at www.naturespace.org.nz. Co-founder Matt Barnett, of the Department of Conservation, says people are increasingly turning to the web to network, resolve problems and share information, so it seemed a logical progression to collaborate with other agencies to provide this web-based support. As well as providing group contact details, the site is a platform for these groups to upskill. Info: [email protected]

School fundingThe Government will provide $7.6 million over the next four years for an education programme that gives schools and children a hands-on approach to looking after the environment. Enviroschools and Te Aho Tu Roa (the Maori immersion approach) encourage children, their schools and families to think and act sustainably – at school, at home and in everyday life. Students will undertake initiatives such as reducing the amount of waste from their school going into landfill, installing water tanks and planting their own vegetable gardens. “The programme has a strong bicultural approach, recognising that Māori perspectives and knowledge of the environment enrich the whole learning process,” Dr Pita Sharples says.

An expansion of wildlife corridors in Rodney was promoted to the Rodney Local Board at its meeting on May 14.

Linking wildlife corridors promotedForest and Bird representative Nick Beverage and Raroa Reserve volunteer Peter Pearce told the board that the North-West Wildlink, which was launched in 2006, had created a green corridor linking habitats and communities from the Waitakere Ranges to islands in the Hauraki Gulf.As well as utilising parks and reserves, and private land, it umbrellaed some large projects such as the Raroa Reserve at Whangaparaoa, Lucas Creek/Paremoremo, Tuff Crater at Northcote, Twin Streams in Waitakere, state highway plantings, and Ark in the Park.Mr Beverage said the wildlink initiative was showing people in

Auckland the value of biodiversity in rural and urban areas.“It’s time to extend these wildlinks further afield and the plan is to eventually link to Hunua in the south,” he said.The key aims of the project were: y Improve the area’s ecological health and connect native habitats,

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The Community Coast Care Group at Leigh has wound-up its pest plant eradication programme for the year with the completion of two main projects – moth plant removal and general pest plant removal from the Leigh coastal reserve.Spokesperson Neil Sutherland says the moth plant season began earlier than usual and there were a few difficulties with some new major infestations.“However, our objective of removing moth plant from Leigh – the closest landfall to Hauturu/Little Barrier Island – is well on the way to being achieved,” he says.“Within the greater Leigh area, we have documented and cleared 93 moth plant sites. Because

we are in the third year of the programme, we are now mostly removing seedlings rather than seed pods. Special thanks must be given to the Department of Conservation officers, who have been outstanding in their support. They have rescued us from some of the larger sites, which were too big for us to manage, and through a Weedbusters grant we were able to replace some of our equipment.”In the wider context of pest plant removal, the group has increasingly focused on agapanthus and pampas. Neil says although agapanthus is a listed plant in the Auckland Region Pest Management Strategy, people continue to plant it and it is spreading throughout the region.

Volunteers Kevin McGee and Sheryl Corbett removing honeysuckle and moth plant from the walkway near Daniels Reef.

Leigh plant pests given marching orders

It is an offence to sell agapanthus, even at fundraising stalls. The group has also recently been clearing small gorse from the walkway at the head of the Leigh Harbour.

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Tragedy of the CommonsIn the 1960s, Garrett Hardin wrote about the Tragedy of the Commons. He said that where resources are held in common ownership, individuals try and maximise their own gains, ultimately to the detriment of all. The answer, according to Hardin’s logic, was privatisation. Private property rights should be applied to commons in order that users of a resource are more responsible for the effects of damage to it. We’ve seen this argument celebrated to address the abuse of fisheries, visitor pressure on parks and wilderness, and the threats of species extinction. ‘Create a property right’ has been the mantra to govern allocation of resources.There are several faults with Hardin’s hypothesis though. Firstly, in traditional societies, there were many good ways of regulating against over-exploitation of common lands. Failure to recognise and respect indigenous land management structures led to the ‘tragedy of enclosure’; appropriation of the commons and the move from migratory to sedentary land management putting pressure on whole ecosystems. Secondly, Hardin’s assumption, supported by many right wing adherents today, assumed privatising commons yielded optimum use as ‘owners’ of the resources responded to limits on carrying capacity and pollution by balancing use with impact. In fact, privatisation of commons, or the establishment of property rights, has failed to deliver sustainability through landowners’ response to use and yield limits. The creation of fishing quota property rights has not turned the fishing industry into stewards of fish stocks – far from it –commercial fishing interests resist quota reduction, disregard unethical and unsustainable by-catch issues, and act as if there’s no regulation and no limits to the oceans’ bounty. Privatisation of land for farming has also failed to reduce pressure on the environment. The creation of commercial property rights for tourism concessionaires on either National Park land or on the sea (for whale or dolphin watching, for example), puts increasing pressure on those natural systems to the disadvantage of the environment, intrinsic values, species; displaces and disrupts the casual visitor and creates all sorts of litigation when attempts are made to reduce impacts.Far from solving the tragedy of the commons, property rights have instead transferred the problem to the private realm where accountability, monitoring and enforcement is more problematic, thus creating a ‘tragedy of the privates’ where authorities are deterred from appropriate action out of respect for these rights. Property rights have also failed to deal with pollution of residual commons such as freshwater streams and fresh air. Establishing property rights to the oceans’ fish, to land and air, have dispossessed many and failed to deliver sustainability. Property rights ideology fails to address the greater issues of equity and fairness owed to all inhabitants of Planet Earth, and leaves greater moral challenges unaddressed. ‘The law locks up the man or woman, who steals the goose off from the common, but leaves the greater villain loose, who steals the common from the goose.’Sources: Hardin, G ‘The Tragedy of the Commons’, in VanDeVeer D & Pierce C, The Environmental Ethics and Policy Book, Wadsworth publishing Co, US, pp352-360. Monbiot, G. ‘The Tragedy of Enclosure’ ibid, pp360-362

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I’d always had a lot of respect for the St John service, which when I started was comprised of three separate divisions – the ambulance service, the training arm and the community service division represented by the brigade. The decision to combine the divisions into one service happened after I’d been in the brigade a few years and it made a huge difference, giving volunteers access to a much greater range of training. It also meant we got to work alongside highly qualified ambulance officers. I was Warkworth’s first Voluntary Ambulance Officer (VAO), or honorary assistant as we were sometimes known, and for the first 10 years I was the only VAO. We covered an area from Puhoi to Wellsford, coast to coast, so it was not unusual to be called out at any time of the day or night, three or four times a week, and each callout could take three to four hours. Sometimes it felt like I was never at home.

Wendy and I moved to Warkworth shortly after we were married. She was a Wyatt from Leigh and I was a third generation farmer from Tapora. My grandfather Frank was born at Makarau, one of 13 children, and moved to Tapora to manage the Seaview Station. He later bought a 100-acre dairy farm, which my father Kenneth eventually took over. My sister and I went to Tapora School before finishing our secondary education at Wellsford High School, as it was then. Tapora was a great little community to grow up in and we might have stayed there, but the farm was really too small to support two families.

My first job in Warkworth was at the telephone exchange where calls were connected manually. A shutter would drop to show someone wanted to make a call and we’d ask: “Number please?” We’d then make the connection and unplug them once the call was over. There could be up to eight homes connected to one party line so there were occasionally disputes if someone spent too long on the line when someone else wanted to use it. Emergency calls,

of course, were always given precedence over social calls and if it was a fire call, it was up to us to sound the fire alarm. Wellsford was a toll call in those days, and at midnight the Kaipara Flats and Leigh exchanges would close and their calls would be transferred over to Warkworth. Our service operated 24 hours a day, all year round. One of the busiest times I remember was during the foot and mouth scare in Warkworth. We had hundreds of lines but the board was totally clogged. The area was closed off and people were panicking, and it lasted about a week.

After four years at the telephone exchange working with people such as Betty Nelson, John Prosser and our supervisor Bruce Osborne, I took a job at the Warkworth Cheese Factory in Woodcocks Road. It was part of the Albertland Dairy Company and we made 20kg blocks of cheddar cheese, mostly for export. Graham Woolford was the manager, and I worked with Frank Murphy, Jim Bell and Jock Jelliman. But, after 10 years with the company, I decided to join the Waitemata Electric Power Board as a trainee linesman. That’s where I had my first introduction to St John because safety training was an important and regular part of our job. It was very dangerous work and electrocution wasn’t uncommon, but it was mostly the result of men just not obeying the safety rules. I worked from the depot that used to be in Bertram Street with the likes of Clive Berger, Rodney Russell, Dudley Green and Graham Munro. Concrete poles were beginning to replace wooden poles and it was the beginning of undergrounding lines in the area. Storms always meant long hours and cleaning up after Cyclone Bola was a real challenge. Everybody was exhausted from working such long hours, but there was a real sense of urgency to get power back to the dairy farms so they could milk. I worked for the power board until I retired and the thing I remember most is the comradeship. We were often in situations where our lives depended

on one another and it made for a close bond.

I was invited to join the Warkworth St John Brigade in 1981 when meetings were still held at the Methodist Church Hall. John Miller was the superintendent and our duties were to provide first aid at events such as the Warkworth Rodeo, rugby, motorcross, A&P Show and Kowhai Festival. We usually did the duty in pairs and it was normally an all-day commitment. The rodeo used to have a wild cow milking event which always kept us busy – I was actually quite glad when they decided to discontinue it. Once I became a VAO the sorts of accidents and callouts I attended broadened. I still find road accidents probably one of the hardest things to cope with, particularly if children are involved. We have de-briefings if there have been multiple fatalities, which helps, but still there are a few that just seem to stick with you. We are taught never to judge people and our priority is always the patient – it’s the job of the police to find out what happened and who’s to blame. But I admit that there are times when I feel quite angry inside when I see senseless carnage because children have been travelling unrestrained, people in the car haven’t been wearing their safety belts or a driver has taken an unnecessary risk.

Over the years the service has changed from being basically a transport service

to a self-contained medical service. The equipment on board is quite sophisticated and the training means ambulance officers can treat a lot of the injuries and administer pain relief at the scene. Medical callouts still make up the bulk of our work. One thing I’ve learned over the years is that people’s pain tolerance varies widely. I’ve had people with broken bones who can still laugh and have a joke. It amazes me how high some people’s pain barrier is. Believe it or not, ambulance officers also come in for a lot of abuse at times and a number of officers have been assaulted. Some people are really aggressive, particularly if drink or drugs are involved.

St John is a great way of learning life skills and I’m glad both my children, Brenda and Darren, were cadets. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my years with the service and still do. You get to see people at their best and their worst. Sometimes its sad because you witness how lonely some people’s lives are and then at other times, you get to see people recover from horrendous injuries and go on to live happy and independent lives. I think St John has helped me to understand people, perhaps better than I would have otherwise, but if there’s one lesson I’ve learned, it’s to appreciate just how fragile life really is.

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Containing urban sprawlThe last thing anyone in Auckland wants and particularly the people of the north is urban sprawl all the way through northern Rodney. That is the point of the compact city as proposed in the Auckland Plan. We want to encourage growth in towns in the north such as Warkworth and Wellsford, while retaining our green spaces and supporting our regional parks and beautiful coastlines. We want to make sure that growth is supported by appropriate infrastructure and appropriate economic growth so people who choose to live in those towns have a quality lifestyle and jobs close at hand. There is no point in encouraging urban growth if people have to drive for hours for jobs, an education or sporting and cultural facilities. That kind of growth totally misses the point.What we do want is for people from the rest of Auckland and other parts of New Zealand to come to north Rodney because it is a great place to visit and live. The important thing with a place like Auckland, which is so big and diverse in terms of population and geography, is that we give our people choice.In housing, that doesn’t mean urban sprawl from Hamilton to Whangarei. Nor does it means tower blocks of council flats in the middle of Auckland. Those stereotypes need to be assigned to the dustbin of history. What we need to do is give our people choice in quality housing and ensure that there are affordable choices. What that means is if people want to live on a 10-acre block, let them. If they want to live on a traditional section, let them. If they want to live in a modern terraced development, let them. And, if they want to live in a high-rise quality apartment, let them.We need to provide that choice if we are to become the world’s most liveable city and cope with the extra million Aucklanders who will arrive here over the coming decades. Preserving the beauty of the north, while maintaining its economic heart, is particularly important. Matakana is an example of a gem in the north that is already attracting people from around Auckland and elsewhere. Our challenge in the north is to protect that gem so it continues to attract future generations.Closing argument – This will be the last Viewpoint written by the Mayor, published in this paper. When Mahurangi Matters offered the column to Len Brown at the start of the current Council term, it was our hope that he would use it to give a Mayoral perspective on issues relevant to the Mahurangi region and, in turn, we would get to know him better. However, despite our attempts to encourage his office to provide columns along these lines, the articles have remained mostly rhetoric and PR spin trotted out as opinion. You, our readers, deserve better than that. Editor

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Rodney MP says demise of public service TV inevitable

Meetings are being held throughout NZ to protest the decision, which will take off air the station that has run programmes such as Backbenchers, Media Watch and The Court Report.Save TVNZ 7 campaigner Myles Thomas says NZ media is saturated with commercial media in radio, print and TV.“Yet these media reflect back to us our culture, values and beliefs about NZ,” he says. “We need TV that is intelligent, original, distinctively Kiwi and not based solely on selling products.”Rodney MP Mark Mitchell says funding for TVNZ 7 was always for a set time-period only.“Around $84 million of contestable funding is available through NZ on Air to help produce quality NZ television programmes, across a range of genres and channels,” he says. “There was never any suggestion that government funding would continue beyond the contracted period. Given the current fiscal environment we’re facing, there is no extra money available for broadcasting.“The Government’s focus is on rebuilding Christchurch, growing the economy and helping families.” Asked if he was concerned that NZ, along with Mexico, would soon be

the only two countries in the OECD without Public Service TV, Mr Mitchell said the world was changing rapidly and people were beginning to choose personalised content from multiple sources, such as mobile phones and laptops, to watch their preferred programmes at their own convenience.“The Government’s view on broadcasting is that public money should be channelled into the making of programmes not the platform on which they are delivered. Last year, the Government spent $220 million across all forms of broadcasting. TVNZ 7 was launched to help encourage New Zealand homes towards digital television and we’re well on target to achieving that with more than eight out of 10 kiwi homes already watching digital television ahead of the full digital switchover in November 2013.”Mr Thomas said Mr Mitchell was misinformed if he thought NZ On Air funded anything but mainstream programmes, aimed at getting the highest audience rating possible.“Only public service TV is free to reflect NZ in all its un-rating’s driven glory.”List MP Tracey Martin says NZ First opposes the closure of TVNZ 7.See Opinion page 5.

A suggestion that a walkway be built at the southern end of Omaha, linking the Taniko Scientific Reserve with a proposed quarry redevelopment, has fallen foul of at least one neighbour.In a deputation to the Rodney Local Board, Di Balich on behalf of Lyn Walker, asked the board to withdraw any consent it might have granted for the walkway. Ms Walker’s objection rested on the grounds that the walkway would be dangerous, given its close proximity to the golf course, and

there had been no proper community consultation. She said funds would be better spent on upgrading existing pedestrian paths and public amenities.She said it would be reckless of Council to allow unrestricted public access onto the golf course by sanctioning the walkway. Board member Tracey Martin said while the board had approved grants to help fund a small bridge near the reserve, which had civil defence uses, she was not aware of any request for board support for the walkway.

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Principal Dave Ormandy says the school is now in the sixth year of Te Kotahitanga, a research and professional development programme introduced to around 50 North Island schools, that has resulted in “huge improvements” in student attendance and achievement in NCEA exams.“We’re very proud of our results overall and the results for our Maori students are well above those for Maori students throughout the country,” Mr Ormandy says.“The traditional model was that what worked well for non-Maori did not work well for Maori, but what works well for Maori, actually works well for everybody and the results are there to show that.”However, ongoing professional development and training is necessary to sustain the programme and as this is the final year of pre-allocated funds through the Ministry of Education, future resourcing is uncertain.Mr Ormandy raised the matter with Prime Minister John Key when he spoke about the need to lift Maori achievement levels during his recent visit to Te Hana Te Ao Marama.Mr Key acknowledged the success of the scheme and said more money would be allocated to it in this year’s budget. He could not specifically comment on Rodney College’s situation but said those schools getting funded as a trial would probably continue to receive it.University of Waikato’s Professor Russell Bishop developed the programme in response to a lack of Maori achievement, and feedback from a 2001 survey of students, whanau, principals and teachers in five North Island secondary schools.It provides professional development that supports schools to operate

differently in the classroom and the community and culturally, Mr Ormandy says.Teachers are encouraged to listen to students, get their feedback and build positive relationships with students, while the school develops stronger links with the community and changes how it operates to give greater consideration to culture, he says.“It’s about acknowledging that our students do have a lot of knowledge about a variety of things and that as teachers, we are learners as well. It’s pedagogy as opposed to the traditional model of the ‘sage on the stage’.”Mr Ormandy says the school is committed to continuing with the programme regardless of the funding outcome.“We’re determined to find a way forward.”

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Rodney board puts spotlight on local transport priorities

Board representatives sought support and budgetary commitments to achieve some of the region’s most urgent transport priorities, including seal extensions, footpaths, major roading projects and car-parking infrastructure, as identified in the board’s Long Term Plan.Board deputy chairman Steve Garner says the deputation was necessary because the local board feels that it previously “hasn’t been heard” by Auckland Transport and because Auckland Council is responsible for allocating money to the Council Controlled Organisation (CCO).While the presentation gained positive responses from Council’s Transport Committee chairperson and Auckland Transport board member, Mike Lee, and other committee members, it remains unclear if and when funding will follow.“I don’t have a huge expectation that we’re going to get massive buy in now. But I think we’ll get it done eventually,” Steve says.He says advocating to keep Rodney’s priorities “top of mind” will make Council and Auckland Transport aware that Rodney’s requirements and structure are different to metropolitan Auckland. The presentation emphasised that non-

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Auckland Mayor Len Brown will visit Wellsford on Saturday, June 16, to familiarise himself with the area’s sporting and recreational needs, and turn the first sod on the Wellsford Library project.The meeting has been arranged at the request of the Wellsford Sport and Recreation Collective.Spokesperson Julie Hawkes says the programme for the visit is still being finalised, but it is likely to include a tour of the Albertland Museum and a meeting at Centennial Park.“We’ll be presenting our vision for a

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Restoration work also undertaken, including china cabinet repairs.

Phone 425 7723

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SHOP HOSPICE

2 stores open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 9am-1pmWarkworth Argyll Angle, Queen St behind Gaby’s

Wellsford 181 Rodney StreetPLUS Garage Sale every Wed 6-11am Hospice House

51 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth

www.warkworthwellsfordhospice.co.nz p. 425 9535

Congratulations to Roanne and Mike Bremner, of Kaipara Flats, who are this month’s recipients of a hamper from Chocolate Brown Warkworth. Mr and Mrs Bremner were nominated by Jacqueline Syverson. Jacqueline writes:I would like to nominate my neighbours Roanne and Mike, whose kindness, compassion and generosity know no boundaries. After the sudden death of my 18-year-old-son Alexander last month, Roanne stepped in and organised and coordinated Alexander’s memorial service in Kaipara Flats. Roanne and Mike helped to arrange a number of aspects of the service, as I was too stunned and shocked to function. Roanne liaised with other locals for baking for the service and they both helped with the design, photography and printing of service sheets at their own expense. They arranged the music and even delivered a hot meal to my door. They carried out all these time-consuming and thoughtful actions on my behalf at the same time as starting up their own business (The Stihl Shop in Warkworth) and caring for their sick young children. I can’t thank them enough for their support and kindness through such a hard time. They are so deserving of a sweet treat. Many thanks.


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The Warkworth Quilters Club raised $3000 for the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust at their quilt show in March. Around 200 raffles tickets were sold at their biennial exhibition, which also celebrated the clubs 21st birthday, held at the Mahurangi Community Centre. The Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust owns and operates the Auckland-based Westpac Rescue Helicopters. All funding goes towards operating costs, as well as portable rescue, operational and medical equipment. Pictured at the cheque hand-over are Trust helicopter manager Greg Brownson and quilters club representative Sally Roughan.

Quilts support rescue helicopter

Roads namedA new road at 20 Mangawhai Road, Wellsford, will be called Charis Lane. The road will serve a 12-lot rural residential subdivision, developed by R. G. Hollis. Charis is from the Greek word kharis meaning grace or favour. The Rodney Local Board also recently approved new names for streets in the multi-lot subdivision at the intersection of Woodcocks Road and Mason Heights, Warkworth. The three roads will be called Evelyn, Oliver and Christopher, after the company director’s children. Board member John McLean said he would have preferred to see the history of the area represented in the names of new streets. “We need to advise future developers that we would support names that carry some reference to local history or local connections,” he said.


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per week

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Proudly supporting the Rodney District

Fresh owners, a fresh look and fresh food made on the premises are the hallmarks of The Speckled Hen Café at Matakana Country Park.With the long-established Art Matakana and Matakana Gallery and Design, now combined at the country park under the Art Matakana name, owners Bronwyn and Bill Harris saw the adjoining café as an ideal complement to their existing business.A self-confessed “foodie”, whose parents once ran a coffee bar in Lower Hutt, Bronwyn is the driving force behind the new project, while Bill continues his architectural design work and gallery involvement.Named after one of the hens that roam around the grounds, the café has been transformed with new bi-fold windows and décor, and will soon include a wood burner and covered outdoor seating area. Plenty of children’s play areas and easy parking at the Country Park are a bonus.With the help of experienced local staff, Bronwyn has developed an all-day breakfast and lunch menu featuring traditional favourites alongside a selection of signature dishes with innovative twists, which will be available seven days a week from 8am to 3pm.

The Speckled Hen Cafe

Customers can also expect free-range eggs, gluten-free and vegetarian options, winter soup specials, summer salads and a dedicated children’s menu, along with a constant focus on quality coffee.For Bronwyn, freshness is the key ingredient throughout. Produce is locally sourced whenever possible and cabinet items and baking are prepared on the premises daily.The café-gallery combination fulfills a long-held ambition first considered before the couple moved from Milford to Omaha seven years ago to “escape the rat race” and the traffic. They haven’t looked back since, continuing to enjoy their hobbies of golf and boating, along with contact with the community through businesses they are passionate about.

Bronwyn Harris

Prizes worth more than $80,000 are on offer in the ANZ Flying Start Business Plan Competition, which is open to new or fledgling New Zealand enterprises.

Flying Start opens for entries

Business.govt.nz manager Katie Wellington says judges will be looking for viable, growth-focussed business plans.The supreme winner will receive a $56,000 prize package, including $30,000 cash provided by ANZ, marketing and business training provided by The Marketing Bureau and Stellaris, advertising space provided by NZBusiness, legal advice provided by Lane Neave Lawyers and products from MYOB. The 16 regional winners will each receive a $1000 cash prize. In addition, ANZ is providing a $10,000 exporter prize package. Business.govt.nz is a

website managed by the Ministry of Economic Development designed to save small to medium-sized businesses time and energy by putting information at their fingertips. Last year’s national winner, Phil Hall, of Masterton, developed an innovative pair of mesh safety goggles that are strong, flexible and do not fog up. He used his prize package to build international connections for his company Safe Eyes and since winning the Business.govt.nz competition has signed multiple international distribution deals for his goggles.Info: www.business.govt.nz. Entries close June 26.

Matakana logo showEntries in the Matakana Coast and Country logo design competition will be on display at The Stables Restaurant, Matakana Country Park, on June 12. This will be an opportunity for members of the public to choose their favourite entry, although the Steering Committee reserves the right to make the final choice of winner. The winning designer will collect a cash prize of $500. The get-together will also be an opportunity for the community to hear about plans for Puhoi to Pakiri Inc as the Matakana Coast & Country region’s combined visitor activity and business promotion agency. The meeting starts at 5.30pm.

Support the businesses that support Mahurangi Matters.

SPECKLEDHENCafé

the

MATAKANA COUNTRY PARK 1 OMAHA FLATS ROADPHONE: 09 422 7133

new menu great food

fresh scones and muffins baked daily

home-made winter soup

specialswith ciabatta

excellent coffee and art gallery


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Brett Hawkings Ph/Fax 425 8269 or 027 290 8314

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Carl JamesWe Design, Build and Install

Kitchens - Vanities - LaundriesFurniture - Wardrobes

Phone Chris & Sue 09 423 7229Matakana Email: [email protected]

Get a FREE Sergio Sink

valued up to $500 incl GST with every new

kitchen or kitchen refurbishment

Jobs must be confirmed by the end of July 2012 and be of a value over six

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June – July Special

Tying up loose endsOne of the reasons I enjoy advising clients is the opportunity to help them through difficult situations. At times they can be legally difficult and other times emotionally difficult; sometimes both. A good example of where difficult legal situations can co-exist with emotions is in the administration of wills and estates. When a family member dies, the first priority is to ascertain whether there is a valid will and then to confirm if it is the deceased’s last will. A will is typically held with the deceased’s lawyer or the Public Trust. If there is no will an estate will be managed according to the Administration Act 1969. In an age of blended families, leaving the management of your estate to this act can be problematic. A family member (usually) applies to the High Court to administer your estate and the Administration Act may require your estate to be distributed in a manner you did not intend. We then turn our attention to understanding what is in the estate. Most people understand the term “estate” as property a deceased person owned at the time of their death. In a broad sense this is correct, although where the deceased jointly owned property with their partner or spouse then that house (typically), but also bank accounts and shares can be transferred to the partner/spouse automatically, and will not be counted as a part of the estate. A will or estate only applies to property the deceased personally owned. Therefore, if the deceased sold assets to a trust or company during their lifetime those assets will be administered in accordance with the terms of those governing documents; the trust deed or company constitution, not an estate. Once a trust or company owns an asset you have lost the ability to control how those assets are distributed. Memorandum of Wishes are commonly used by a settlor to instruct trustees how they wish the trust assets to be managed after they have passed away. Trustees, however, are not legally obliged to follow a settlors’ instructions and a battle for control of the trust may ensue. These days, an estate can include overseas assets. If that is the case, further investigation will be required to ascertain whether there is another will governing the administration of the overseas assets, an assessment of whether the wills can co-exist in their respective territories, or whether one estate can be administered in preference to the other – in effect, a will or estate governing multiple jurisdictions. The best technique I have seen successfully employed to avoid these challenges is the distribution of an estate during your lifetime. Being able to give to family while you are alive provides them with a great sense of joy. It allows you to distribute your assets with absolute clarity and it can also provide the opportunity for some robust dinner discussions!

The lawwith Nathaniel Heslop [email protected] Wynyard Wood Lawyers & Notaries

New vet for WarkworthVet Clementine Barton has joined the team at Warkworth Vets. Clementine is originally from Masterton and graduated from Massey University in 2008 after a stint at Otago University where she completed a BSc in biochemistry and genetics. After a few years with the Hunterville Vet Club she worked and travelled to the UK, Europe and Australia before returning to NZ.

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For more information phone Jodie 021 772 869 or attend this free seminar at the Bridgehouse Lodge, Warkworth. 13th June 2012, 6.30pm. Register online with Event Finder.

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Turnaround Engineering and Management Ltd provides independent quantity surveying and construction cost management services.

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Contact Alan DickinsonTelephone: 09 422 6243 Mobile: 021 624 087

Email: [email protected]

Turnaround Engineering and Management Ltd

NEW SALONFamily affordable prices

Terri SkipperUnit 8, Mahurangi Shopping Centre

Snells Beach - (09) 425 5511www.national.org.nz

Mark Mitchell MP FOR RODNEY

For appointments and assistance please callOrewa: 09 426 6215 | Warkworth: 09 425 8603


Meet Mark Mitchell at Point Wells Community Centre, on Monday 11th June, 10am-2pm

www.markmitchell.co.nz

Cracks in the crystal ballOne of the mysteries in the financial markets is that many people still seem to believe you can build a successful investment strategy around forecasting, despite the road being littered with the corpses of those who got it wrong. Another interesting factor is that some of the smartest people in the world work in financial markets, so why are their financial forecasts so unreliable? In the last few days we have even read that JP Morgan has suffered a $2.5 billion loss caused by a wrong call by some of their traders who really got it all wrong.Alongside incorrect assumptions, changes in technology and shifting consumer preferences, forecasts can often fall down because of external events totally unrelated to the company under consideration. In February last year, a major Japanese brokerage firm raised its rating on nuclear power station operator Tokyo Electric Power to outperform and on this announcement its share price moved upwards from Y2050 to Y2450. Just weeks after that forecast, a devastating earthquake and tidal wave crippled the companies Fukushima Dai- Ichi nuclear power station. The result of this disaster is that this company has lost 90 percent of its value and indeed will be fortunate to survive.So, as you can see, forecasting in financial markets is hard. It is hard because any one of the many assumptions underpinning your financial outlook can come undone. It is hard because technology and consumer preferences change in unpredictable ways. For everyday investors, there are a few lessons out of this. The first is that there is very little evidence that market professionals, including the ones closest to policy-makers, are any better than anyone else in forecasting the prices of securities, commodities, interest rates or currencies. The second lesson is, it doesn’t matter how strong you think the fundamental case is for an interest rate change or a lower currency or a higher stock price, events have a distinctive and unerring way of messing up your impeccable logic.The strong message is you don’t really need any of this fundamental analysis to build long-term wealth or maintain wealth. Markets are unpredictable because news is unpredictable. This means the best approach is to structure a diversified portfolio both across and within asset classes that is built according to your own investment goals and risk appetite. This may not be a particularly exciting investment story but it is one that works and it doesn’t require you to make forecasts about interest rates, currencies, stock prices or economics. As we have seen, there are some serious cracks in the crystal ball.

Moneywith Alex Fowler [email protected]

A disclosure statement for Alex Fowler is available on request and is free of charges, or can be viewed at www.localmatters.co.nz

Free fuel for volunteer organisationsVolunteer organisations and registered charities that provide essential services in the community are invited to enter the BP New Zealand Vouchers for Volunteers programme. BP NZ donated more than $165,000 worth of fuel vouchers to volunteer organisations throughout NZ last year. The Vouchers for Volunteers programme is open to a diverse range of organisations from neighbourhood patrol groups to volunteer fire brigades, meals on wheels services to environmental groups, hospices and health organisations. Entries open on June 17 and close July 15. Info and full eligibility criteria: bp.co.nz.

Your handy pull-out guide Mahurangimatters - 1 June 2012

Glaziers & Joiners ......................................1Automotive Services ...............................1Tyres ..............................................................1Auto Wreckers ............................................1Panel and Paint ..........................................2Trellis, Fencing & Supplies .....................2Carpenters, Builders & Roofers ............2Scaff olding ..................................................2Construction & Earthworks ...................2Concrete Specialists ...........................2-3Tiling, Brick & Block Layers ....................3

Flooring ........................................................3Electrical ......................................................3Design, Survey & Property Valuers ........3Lawn mowing & Landscaping ..............3Property maintenance ............................3Arborists .................................................3-4Retail .............................................................4Health & Beauty ........................................4Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners ..............4Home Services - Blinds, Awning etc ......4Painters/Decorators & Plasterers ........4

Get the right person for the job with our handy service directory, which ensures you can fi nd a local professional or tradesperson, quickly and easily.

Advertise Your Business Here ONLY $48 PER INSERTION (+GST)*

*for a three insertion contract

Phone 425 9068 for more information or email your advertisement to [email protected]

Glaziers & Joiners | Automotive Services | Tyres | Auto Wreckers

Domestic / Commercial Glazing

Glass Showers • Splash Backs

Mirrors • Cat Doors

Windscreen Replacement and Chip Repair

Warkworth instone

GGlass & lazing

20 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth (09) 425 8678 • 0800 809 010

www.winstoneglass.com

425 5340

email: [email protected]

431 505024hr CALLOUT

0274 904 564

PROMPT QUALITY WORK WE SERVICE WARKWORTH & MANGAWHAI

Frameless Shower InstallationsBevelled Mirrors - ALL GLASS REPAIRS

Snells BeachMOTORS

– 2 0 0 8 L I M I T E D –

425 53551 Hamatana Road - Snells Beach

On site servicing of your vehicle• Engine tunes • Cam belt replacement• Brake checks • Shock replacement• Lube services • Exhaust repairs

Mobile Mechanical ServiceS

John YoungPh (09) 425 7781 • Mob 0274 828 293

Hours: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

Water Pump Specialists ..............................4marine/Small Engines .............................4Plumbing & Suppliers .............................5Printers & Design ......................................5TV Aerial & Satellite Servicing ..............5Water Supplies ..........................................5Water Tank Cleaning & Purifi cation.........5Storage .........................................................5Furniture Removals ..................................5mobility Scooters ......................................5Classifi eds & Church Notices ......5-6

1

09 431 49992/194 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads

[email protected] • www.northglass.co.nz

Auto GlAss • MirrorsDesiGner GlAss • GlAzinG

For all your glass, glazing, and aluminium needs

53 Station Road, Wellsford Phone (09) 423 7358

[email protected]

and

COMPOSITE JOINERY Ltd Composite Joinery Ltd7 Glenmore DriveWarkworth 0941

[email protected]

We specialise in:• Vantage Aluminium Joinery• APL | Architectural Series• Metro Series• Internal and External

Timber JoineryPhone: 09 425 7510Fax: 09 422 2011

www.flashman.co.nz

Say No to Leaky Homes

Northland 0800 55 66 00

• Robust, Good Looking and Durable• Specify Best Practice, Specify Flashman• The only Flashing System Guaranteed


THE ULTIMATE ALUMINIUM WINDOW AND DOOR FLASHING SYSTEM

Unit 4, 6-14 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth2 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth

FOR ALL NEW & USED PARTS

Ph (09) 425 7835 or (09) 425 7730

WARKWORTHAUTO WRECKERSWE NEED CARS FOR

WRECKING – $$$ PAID

Mahurangimatters 1 June 2012 | 2121Your handy pull-out guide Mahurangimatters - 1 June 2012

Glaziers & Joiners ......................................1Automotive Services ...............................1Tyres ..............................................................1Auto Wreckers ............................................1Panel and Paint ..........................................2Trellis, Fencing & Supplies .....................2Carpenters, Builders & Roofers ............2Scaff olding ..................................................2Construction & Earthworks ...................2Concrete Specialists ...........................2-3Tiling, Brick & Block Layers ....................3

Flooring ........................................................3Electrical ......................................................3Design, Survey & Property Valuers ........3Lawn mowing & Landscaping ..............3Property maintenance ............................3Arborists .................................................3-4Retail .............................................................4Health & Beauty ........................................4Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners ..............4Home Services - Blinds, Awning etc ......4Painters/Decorators & Plasterers ........4

Get the right person for the job with our handy service directory, which ensures you can fi nd a local professional or tradesperson, quickly and easily.

Advertise Your Business Here ONLY $48 PER INSERTION (+GST)*

*for a three insertion contract

Phone 425 9068 for more information or email your advertisement to [email protected]

Glaziers & Joiners | Automotive Services | Tyres | Auto Wreckers

Domestic / Commercial Glazing

Glass Showers • Splash Backs

Mirrors • Cat Doors

Windscreen Replacement and Chip Repair

Warkworth instone

GGlass & lazing

20 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth (09) 425 8678 • 0800 809 010

www.winstoneglass.com

425 5340

email: [email protected]

431 505024hr CALLOUT

0274 904 564

PROMPT QUALITY WORK WE SERVICE WARKWORTH & MANGAWHAI

Frameless Shower InstallationsBevelled Mirrors - ALL GLASS REPAIRS

Snells BeachMOTORS

– 2 0 0 8 L I M I T E D –

425 53551 Hamatana Road - Snells Beach

On site servicing of your vehicle• Engine tunes • Cam belt replacement• Brake checks • Shock replacement• Lube services • Exhaust repairs

Mobile Mechanical ServiceS

John YoungPh (09) 425 7781 • Mob 0274 828 293

Hours: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

Water Pump Specialists ..............................4marine/Small Engines .............................4Plumbing & Suppliers .............................5Printers & Design ......................................5TV Aerial & Satellite Servicing ..............5Water Supplies ..........................................5Water Tank Cleaning & Purifi cation.........5Storage .........................................................5Furniture Removals ..................................5mobility Scooters ......................................5Classifi eds & Church Notices ......5-6

1

09 431 49992/194 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads

[email protected] • www.northglass.co.nz

Auto GlAss • MirrorsDesiGner GlAss • GlAzinG

For all your glass, glazing, and aluminium needs

53 Station Road, Wellsford Phone (09) 423 7358

[email protected]

and

COMPOSITE JOINERY Ltd Composite Joinery Ltd7 Glenmore DriveWarkworth 0941

[email protected]

We specialise in:• Vantage Aluminium Joinery• APL | Architectural Series• Metro Series• Internal and External

Timber JoineryPhone: 09 425 7510Fax: 09 422 2011

www.flashman.co.nz


Northland 0800 55 66 00

• Robust, Good Looking and Durable• Specify Best Practice, Specify Flashman• The only Flashing System Guaranteed


THE ULTIMATE ALUMINIUM WINDOW AND DOOR FLASHING SYSTEM

Unit 4, 6-14 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth2 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth

FOR ALL NEW & USED PARTS

Ph (09) 425 7835 or (09) 425 7730

WARKWORTHAUTO WRECKERSWE NEED CARS FOR

WRECKING – $$$ PAID


• Design & build• New homes• Renovation• Maintenance• Fences & decks• Project management• Alterations & additions• Shade & outdoor living areas

152M

Phone: 027 4771 583 email: [email protected]

AWARD WINNING BUILDERRICHARD WILCOCK

Auckland region house of the year 2008

For the construction of:

www.rwbuilder.co.nz

• Architecturally designed homes• New houses• Alterations

• Decks• Fences

Ph 09 422 5737 • 027 272 7561Fax 09 422 5800

Snells Beach • Warkworth • Orewa

Also see Lance for your supply of Native and Landscaping plants

• Custom made• Quality material• Quality workmanship


The Trellis Guy

For your safety we have: • Experienced Qualifi ed Scaffolders • Full range of Equipment

• Including Alloy Mobile & Builder’s Props

PHONE 0800 622 7929OMAHA - SNELLS BEACH - WARKWORTH - MANGAWHAI

Member of Scaffolding and Rigging New Zealand

CARPENTER-JOIN ER• Terraces• Alterations• New Housing

• Renovations• Maintenance• Small jobs a specialty

NEIL KOSEPhone 09 425 5491 • Mobile 027 275 1172

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NATHAN HOUSTONPh: 09 422 2131 Mob: 021 220 5000

470 KAiPArA FlATS rOAd, WArKWOrTH

Roofi ng N.ZLong Run Iron

SpecialistsNew Re-Roofs

& CladdingRing Matt on 021 356 965

A/hrs/Fax: 09 425 6311Email: [email protected]

135M

021 2800 233www.nzconcrete.co.nz

BASED IN MATAKANA

DRIVEWAYSFLOORS • PATHSExposed • Plain • ColouredStamped Concrete • CuttingResidential & Commercial

Sub-divisions • R.O.W’s • Excavations

Panel & Paint | Trellis, Fencing & Supplies | Carpenters, Builders, Roofers & Suppliers | Scaffolding | Construction & Earthworks | Concrete

Your handy pull-out guideMahurangimatters - 1 June 20122

115

RODNEY TRELLISTrellis - Panels - Fencing

Installations - all shapes and sizesSpecialities: Framed Archways –Superior Trellis Pedestrian Gate

Frames (mortised)Trellis spray painting / oiling

Gazebo's ~ dove cotes ~ pergolas

872 Kaipara Flats RoadPh: 425 7627 • Fax 422 4976

MICK BERGER CONTRACTORSPhone: 09 422 0688 • Mobile: 0274 930 806

Dams ● Winching ● Bulldozing ● DrivewaysHouse Sites ● Landscaping ● Earthmoving ● Sub Divisions

43 years experience

Fences - Gates - ScreensPergola - Trellis - Timber1A Matakana Valley Rd

Ph: 422 9550 Fax: 422 9635

Matakana Trellis & Fencing

362 Matakana Valley Rd, Matakana 0948ph 422 7716 • fax 422 7717

[email protected]

• slabs • beams & posts • panelling • flooring • mulch • firewood

Private & All Insurance Work

Ph 425 8723 • Fax 425 9526

Ian Wayne

PANEL & PAINTEDMONDS & MASON

Wayne 021 765 706 or Ian 021 977 72947 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth


09 422 9860 027 526 [email protected] www.localtrades.co.nz

‘Just one call and we’ll arrange it all’

Contact Linda Robinsonp

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Calling all local tradespeople Are you looking for more work? Why not join Local Trades Ltd

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home and property

You can trust us to find the right person for the job

Bob Waata Mobile 021 634 484

CON TRAC TORS

Footings Hole Boring Land scap ing

3.5T Digger 5T Truck

Servicing Auckland - Rodney - Kaipara

P 09 425 0300 M 027 4930468 F 09 423 [email protected] www.metroscaff.co.nz

- Residential & Light Commercial - Quick Stage- OSH Standards - Tube & Clip- Qualified Scaffolders - Reliable Service

Metroscaff Limited

R.K. PADDISON CONTRACTING LTD• Truck Hire• Metal Supplies• Bulk Cartage

Owner/Driver: Ray38 Coquette Street, WarkworthPh 422 3450 or 0274 955 566 • Fax 09 422 3451

– Garage Storage Units / Shelving Units – Supply Only Options– Budget Kitchens from $5000 – Free Design & Quote– EZYKIT Flat Pack Cabinetry Available – NZ Made

Unbeatable Service

Mob 027 662 9128 Email [email protected]


• Design & build• New homes• Renovation• Maintenance• Fences & decks• Project management• Alterations & additions• Shade & outdoor living areas

152M

Phone: 027 4771 583 email: [email protected]

AWARD WINNING BUILDERRICHARD WILCOCK

Auckland region house of the year 2008

For the construction of:

www.rwbuilder.co.nz

• Architecturally designed homes• New houses• Alterations

• Decks• Fences

Ph 09 422 5737 • 027 272 7561Fax 09 422 5800


Also see Lance for your supply of Native and Landscaping plants

• Custom made• Quality material• Quality workmanship


The Trellis Guy

For your safety we have: • Experienced Qualifi ed Scaffolders • Full range of Equipment

• Including Alloy Mobile & Builder’s Props

PHONE 0800 622 7929OMAHA - SNELLS BEACH - WARKWORTH - MANGAWHAI

Member of Scaffolding and Rigging New Zealand

CARPENTER-JOIN ER• Terraces• Alterations• New Housing

• Renovations• Maintenance• Small jobs a specialty

NEIL KOSEPhone 09 425 5491 • Mobile 027 275 1172

126

NATHAN HOUSTONPh: 09 422 2131 Mob: 021 220 5000

470 KAiPArA FlATS rOAd, WArKWOrTH

Roofi ng N.ZLong Run Iron

SpecialistsNew Re-Roofs

& CladdingRing Matt on 021 356 965

A/hrs/Fax: 09 425 6311Email: [email protected]

135M

021 2800 233www.nzconcrete.co.nz

BASED IN MATAKANA

DRIVEWAYSFLOORS • PATHSExposed • Plain • ColouredStamped Concrete • CuttingResidential & Commercial

Sub-divisions • R.O.W’s • Excavations

Panel & Paint | Trellis, Fencing & Supplies | Carpenters, Builders, Roofers & Suppliers | Scaffolding | Construction & Earthworks | Concrete


115

RODNEY TRELLISTrellis - Panels - Fencing

Installations - all shapes and sizesSpecialities: Framed Archways –Superior Trellis Pedestrian Gate

Frames (mortised)Trellis spray painting / oiling

Gazebo's ~ dove cotes ~ pergolas

872 Kaipara Flats RoadPh: 425 7627 • Fax 422 4976

MICK BERGER CONTRACTORSPhone: 09 422 0688 • Mobile: 0274 930 806

Dams ● Winching ● Bulldozing ● DrivewaysHouse Sites ● Landscaping ● Earthmoving ● Sub Divisions

43 years experience

Fences - Gates - ScreensPergola - Trellis - Timber1A Matakana Valley Rd

Ph: 422 9550 Fax: 422 9635

Matakana Trellis & Fencing

362 Matakana Valley Rd, Matakana 0948ph 422 7716 • fax 422 7717

[email protected]

• slabs • beams & posts • panelling • flooring • mulch • firewood

Private & All Insurance Work

Ph 425 8723 • Fax 425 9526

Ian Wayne

PANEL & PAINTEDMONDS & MASON

Wayne 021 765 706 or Ian 021 977 72947 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth


09 422 9860 027 526 [email protected] www.localtrades.co.nz

‘Just one call and we’ll arrange it all’

Contact Linda Robinsonp

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LOCAL TRADESPROPERTY SERVICES & MAINTENANCE

LTD

.

Calling all local tradespeople Are you looking for more work? Why not join Local Trades Ltd

Calling all customers

We’ll find the right tradesperson for those jobs around your

home and property

You can trust us to find the right person for the job

Bob Waata Mobile 021 634 484

CON TRAC TORS

Footings Hole Boring Land scap ing

3.5T Digger 5T Truck

Servicing Auckland - Rodney - Kaipara

P 09 425 0300 M 027 4930468 F 09 423 [email protected] www.metroscaff.co.nz

- Residential & Light Commercial - Quick Stage- OSH Standards - Tube & Clip- Qualified Scaffolders - Reliable Service

Metroscaff Limited

R.K. PADDISON CONTRACTING LTD• Truck Hire• Metal Supplies• Bulk Cartage

Owner/Driver: Ray38 Coquette Street, WarkworthPh 422 3450 or 0274 955 566 • Fax 09 422 3451

– Garage Storage Units / Shelving Units – Supply Only Options– Budget Kitchens from $5000 – Free Design & Quote– EZYKIT Flat Pack Cabinetry Available – NZ Made

Unbeatable Service

Mob 027 662 9128 Email [email protected]

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Residential and Commercial ElectricalPhone 422 9589 • Mobile 021 679 483


Concrete | Brick, Block Layers & Tiling | Flooring | Electrical | Design, Architects & Surveyors | Lawn Mowing & Landscaping | Property Maintenance | Arborists

Your handy pull-out guide Mahurangimatters - 1 June 2012 3

Polyurethaning:- Wooden Floors, Particle Board & Cork

Cork Tiles:- Natural & ColouredEnviro Friendly Products available

KAE JAE CONTRACTORS (LTD)PHONE KEN (0274) 866-923

A/Hrs (09) 422-7328 • Fax (09) 422-7329

FLOOR SANDING - FLOOR PREPARATIONFLOOR SANDING - FLOOR PREPARATION

Free Measure and Quote

[email protected]

Carpet, Vinyl, Cork & Ceramic TilesInstallation Service

Overlocking Service

AstuteTILING SERVICES

Simon Bennett 09 431-5723 or 021 320-705email: [email protected]

72 Cames Road, RD5 Wellsford 0975

Craftsman Tiler | High Quality WorkmanshipAccredited Waterproof Membrane Installer

Specialist in Epoxy Grout | NZQA Trade Certified

• Electrician• Gates & Automation

t. 09 422 2175 m. 027 497 0464 e. [email protected]

COASTAL CONCEPTS

Tiling & Waterproofi ngBricks • Blocks • Paving

WARKWORTH BRICKLAYING SERVICES LTD

Phone Alan Berthelsen 021 780 170 • A/hrs 425 8252

[email protected] Box 193, Warkworth

Denis 021 945 498Joel 021 422 592

Foundations • Floors • Drives • Paths • Digger & Truck HireConcrete Specialists backed by over 30 years experience

Established since 1984

T.T.E. DESIGNSARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERS

THOMAS ERRINGTON Dip.Arch.

Over 25 years experience in all aspects of residential design

P: 09 425 0512M: 027 453 2495E: [email protected]: www.ttedesigns.co.nz

• Lawnmowing • Hedges & Pruning

• gardening / sPraying

• section cLean uPs

• rubbisH removaL

• gutter cLeaning • Handyman

It's your day off and you're mowing the lawn?

FRANCHISE ENQUIRIES WELCOMEor book online at www.jimsmowing.co.nz

CALL FREE 0800 4 JIM JIM (546 546)

SERVICING HIBISCUS COAST TO MANGAWHAI

P: 09 425 4086M: 021 665 558E: [email protected]

JOHN BETTRIDGE

• Planting • FenceS

• Retaining WallS • gaRden makeoveRS

• Paving• deckS

JB’s No 1 LANDSCAPING SERVICES

Landscape Industries Association of New Zealand Inc.

Lamb & moLLoy LtdSURVEYORS

Prompt, professional advice and service for all Subdivisions and Land Development Work

Phone Warkworth (09) 425-7393R. Mather 021 425 837 • R. Molloy 021 779 964

23 Bertram Street - [email protected]

• RESIDENTIAL• COMMERCIAL• INDUSTRIAL• WATER BLASTING

0800 927 492021 725 907

TOTAL LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTIONfor complete quality projects

Phone Bruce 425 7766 a/hI take the hard work out of Landscaping

• Lawns - contouring & seeding • Top soil

• Retaining Walls • Driveways • Paths

• Digger • Truck • Tractor

For all your property

maintenance and small building projects

Phone to discuss YOUR requirements021 423 860 - 423 8619 a/h

[email protected] • www.bruno.co.nz

Contact Linus Wood

www.treecontracts.co.nz

STEVE’S MAINTENANCELawns • Hedges • Water Blasting

Rubbish Removal • Section Clearing Property Maintenance

No job too big or small

Call steve029 770 710109 425 9966

SeRving WaRkWoRtH, SneLLS BeaCH, Matakana, SandSPit


Interior/Exterior n Waterblasting n Roof Painting Airless Spraying n Plastering n Wallpapering

Colour Consulting n Decorative EffectsQualified Tradesmen - Honest/Reliable

Ph Mandy 09 425 9007 or 021 507 463

A BRUSH WITH ARTEXPERT PAINTING AND DECORATING

Arborists | Retail | Health & Beauty | Carpet & Upholstery | Blinds | Painters & Decorators | Water Pump Services | Marine & Small Engines


for head to toe pampering

Beauty Therapy &

Nail Creations

• Facials• Waxing• Tinting• GelNails• AcrylicNails• Manicures• Pedicures• Electrolysis• Make-up• BodyWraps• Massage• SprayTans

Alison WechC.I.D.E.S.C.O, C.I.B.T.A.C, dip Beauty Therapy,

dip Electrolysis, dip Body Therapy, dip Nail Technician

46 McKinney Road, Warkworth Mob 021 051 3661 • Ph 09 425 7776 [email protected]

Call FREE 0800 022 101Mobile 021 456 429Email: [email protected]

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

CARPET CLEANING

Emergency Flood ServiceTechnical Experience 12 years

Fully qualified and certified

Certi�ed Member of theCarpet Cleaning

Association of NZ

Pumps / Water Tanks / Filtration / TreatmentSpa & Pool Shop / Pool Valet Service

Water Blasters / SprayersHose & Fittings / Mobile & Workshop Service31 WOODCOCKS RD - WARKWORTH - PH 425 9100

AUTHORISEDAGENT

Pump & Filtration Services(2007) Ltd

• Water treatment & Filtration• Pumps • Pool & Spas• Waterblasters

7days / 24hours Paul Harris

M: 021 425 887 T: 09 425 0075E: [email protected]

OUTBOARD MOTOR SERVICING

Available from:

MAHURANGI MARINE LTD330 Mahurangi East Rd, Snells Beach

Phone 425-5806

www.100percent.co.nz

Grant & Jeanette StewartOwner/Operators

100% MANGAWHAI ELECTRICAL12b Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads

T +64 (0)9 431 4651F +64 (0)9 431 4290 E [email protected]

12B Wood Street, Mangawhai HeadsM 021 280 4008 P 09 431 4651

E [email protected]

• Filtration• UV Sterilizers• Softeners and Neutralizers• Iron Removal• Agent for Stallion Pumps

Phone 021 771 878 • 24hrs 09 425 6002 Email: [email protected]

MoBILe eFTPos AVAILABLe

Owen Ward

H2O PUMPSWater Treatment Pumping Systems

Arcadia Tree Care

Specialising in: STUMP GRINDING Fine Pruning Tree Removal Hedge Trimming

Ph Kevin on 021 725 757

WARKWORTHCOMMERCIAL CLEANERS LTD

Paddy & Gaye Webb

Carpet & Upholstery CleanersGeneral Commercial Cleaners

Phone/Fax: 09 425 6844 Mobile: 021 079 8578Email: [email protected]: www.wwcc.co.nz

115

itchen Coloursand Wood Finishes

Spraypainters of quality kitchensLacquers, enamels, 2 pacs, clearcoats

Resprays and RecoloursPhone / Fax Gary 425 7669

Unit 21/30 Hudson Road, Warkworth

Leigh Decorators

Your Painter/Decoratorwith over 25 years experienceserving all surrounding areas

Painting • Paperhanging • Roofs • Airless Spraying• Stopping (small jobs) • Repaints • New Homes

For your Free Quote and/or Consultation phone GaryHOME: 09-422-6695 • MOBILE: 021-024-44941

EMAIL: [email protected]

Water lters - Underbench - UV - Whole House• Water Coolers • Water Pumps • Sales & Service

[email protected]

0800 PURE WATER“If you don’t have a lter you are the lter”

Call Steve today 09 945 2282 he’s your local

BLINDS AWNINGS

since 1966

SECURITY DOORS • SHUTTERS • SCREENSAgents for • Supply • Installation

• Cleaning • Repairs

VENLUREE

FOR FREE

QUOTES CALL

FRANK

09 428 4012 021 2144 250

email: [email protected] www.venluree.co.nz

Phone/Fax 425-5619Mobile 0800 733 765

New Pump Sales Service Installation

water pumps

K & R PUMP SERVICES ltd

For all your carpet needs• Supply only• Lay only• Supply and Lay• Re-adaptions• Repair Work

Neil WardleCarpet Layer

09 425 9149 027 264 7941

[email protected]

Plumbing | Printers & Design | TV Aerials & Satellites | Water Supplies | Water Tank Cleaning & Water Testing | Storage | Furniture Removals | Mobility Scooters


S T E P H E N J O N E S

P LU M B I N G L T DSTEPHEN JONES09 422 7618027 494 5499

Maintenance New Homes Craftsman Plumber Free Quotes

After Hours Callout 30 years experience

TV AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES

Freeview Sales & InstallationTV & FM Aerials

GAVIN BROUGHPh 09 425 5495

Mob 0274 766 115

TV • Video • DVD TuningAdditional TV Outlets

Digital Freeview Satellite

Installation & Repairs

Phone David Redding 09 422 7227 or 0274 585 457

water

0800 638 254 09 422 3700OR

ARTESIAN & SOLWAYfILTEREdWATER

HouseholdWater Deliveries

0800 747 928mobile: 027 556 6111

• Plan Printing, Colour & B/W Photocopying• Laminating, Binding, Fax and Scanning Service

• Internet and Email Service

office & Internet services

Phone 425 7257 | [email protected] Angle, 58-60 Queen Street, WarkworthTRIED – TESTED – TRUSTED

Mark Sim 021 102 [email protected]

& DRAINLAYING

TTT Plumbing Limited

Warkworth

Phone 0274 889 216 • Ah 09 422 7495

• Specialist Furniture Truck

• Packing & Storage• Caring Owner/ Operator

• Carriers Liability Insurance

FURNITURE REMOVALS

Lindsay

Taylor

146M

SNELLS BEACHPHONE 09 425 5597

MOBILITY SCOOTERSRodney - North Shore

SALES • REPAIR • HIRENoel & Lyn Beale

09 422 2615 or 0800 022 884

TANK WATER TESTING

Phone Simon Breeze (09) 422 9345 [email protected] | www.tankwatertesting.info

We collect samples of your tank or bore water, have them analysed for microbes at an IANZ reg. laboratory.Our written report explains the results and makes recommendations.

clean. care. repair.WATER TANK & WATER APPLICATION

CLEANING AGENCYWarkworth: Phone John or Annette Carr

p: 09 425 7477 | m: 027 240 7791 | f: 09 425 7483

Mangawhai: Phil Lathrope 431 4608 | 021 642 668email: [email protected]

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Advertise your classifieds and church notices here for only 30c+GST per word for run-ons or $6.70 per/cm+GST for boxed adverts.

BUSINESS FOR SALECOMMERCIAL CLEANING BUSINESS Privately owned - not a franchise. Warkworth area. Well established & potential for growth. No weekend or night work. Going concern $35k. Only one person required. Ph 021 079 8578.

FOR LEASE

wELLSFORdPRIME REtAIL SItE

MAINStREEt180sqm + basement, commercial

lease. Phone 09 423 9129

CLINICAL OFFICE SPACE at health centre. Suit professional health practitioner. Daily rates available. Contact: 425 8399 or [email protected]

FOR RENtwARKwORtH NEw Furnished two bedroom apartment, walk to shops, quiet environment. Short or long term. Email: [email protected]

FOR SALEFIREwOOd - PINE Warkworth Lions Project, $50 per cm. Ph to arrange pick up time on 425 5893 or 0274 747 077.

RAwLEIGH PROdUCtS available. Phone Patrick 425 8851.

FREEVIEw AERIAL OR SAtELLItE dISH ... dON’t KNOw? For a site survey and quote call Jim THE mAiNTENANCE mAN 021 254 2048 or 422 3725.SHEEP MANURE 15kg bag only $10. FREE DELiVERY - Algies, Snells Beach, Warkworth, matakana. Ph 425 5612.

FItNESS

Ceroc is the fastest growing dance phenomenon in the country. This fusion of Jive and Salsa is easy to learn, sociable and fun, and

can be danced to any music with a regular beat. Ceroc DJ's play music ranging from 70's classics through to your current chart favorites.

7pm on Tuesday Nights at the Woolshed, Country Park, Matakana, Warkworth.

For more information Contact Colin 021 862 847 • www.ceroc.co.nz

Learn to dance • ceroc - Modern Jive

LINE dANCING Wednesdays 5pm-9pm, Ladies Bowling Club, Shoesmith Road, Warkworth. Fridays 10am-12.30pm, Bible Chapel Hall, Davies Road, Wellsford. Enquiries Jan 422 5191.

FLIGHtS

SCENIC FLIGHtS $39, 20 mins; $49, 30 mins. min. 3 passengers. Trial flights $79. Gift vouchers available.

GREAt BARRIER FLIGHtS. Special stopover up to 4 hours. Return $99. min. 3 passengers.

NORtH CAPE FLIGHtS $375 each. min 3 passengers.

Rodney Aero Club Ph 425 8735 or Rod Miller Phone 425 5612


Plumbing | Printers & Design | TV Aerials & Satellites | Water Supplies | Water Tank Cleaning & Water Testing | Storage | Furniture Removals | Mobility Scooters


S T E P H E N J O N E S

P LU M B I N G L T DSTEPHEN JONES09 422 7618027 494 5499

Maintenance New Homes Craftsman Plumber Free Quotes

After Hours Callout 30 years experience

TV AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES

Freeview Sales & InstallationTV & FM Aerials

GAVIN BROUGHPh 09 425 5495

Mob 0274 766 115

TV • Video • DVD TuningAdditional TV Outlets

Digital Freeview Satellite

Installation & Repairs

Phone David Redding 09 422 7227 or 0274 585 457

water

0800 638 254 09 422 3700OR

ARTESIAN & SOLWAYfILTEREdWATER

HouseholdWater Deliveries

0800 747 928mobile: 027 556 6111

• Plan Printing, Colour & B/W Photocopying• Laminating, Binding, Fax and Scanning Service

• Internet and Email Service

office & Internet services

Phone 425 7257 | [email protected] Angle, 58-60 Queen Street, WarkworthTRIED – TESTED – TRUSTED

Mark Sim 021 102 [email protected]

& DRAINLAYING

TTT Plumbing Limited

Warkworth

Phone 0274 889 216 • Ah 09 422 7495

• Specialist Furniture Truck

• Packing & Storage• Caring Owner/ Operator

• Carriers Liability Insurance

FURNITURE REMOVALS

Lindsay

Taylor

146M

SNELLS BEACHPHONE 09 425 5597

MOBILITY SCOOTERSRodney - North Shore

SALES • REPAIR • HIRENoel & Lyn Beale

09 422 2615 or 0800 022 884

TANK WATER TESTING

Phone Simon Breeze (09) 422 9345 [email protected] | www.tankwatertesting.info

We collect samples of your tank or bore water, have them analysed for microbes at an IANZ reg. laboratory.Our written report explains the results and makes recommendations.

clean. care. repair.WATER TANK & WATER APPLICATION

CLEANING AGENCYWarkworth: Phone John or Annette Carr

p: 09 425 7477 | m: 027 240 7791 | f: 09 425 7483

Mangawhai: Phil Lathrope 431 4608 | 021 642 668email: [email protected]


BUSINESS FOR SALECOMMERCIAL CLEANING BUSINESS Privately owned - not a franchise. Warkworth area. Well established & potential for growth. No weekend or night work. Going concern $35k. Only one person required. Ph 021 079 8578.

FOR LEASE

wELLSFORdPRIME REtAIL SItE

MAINStREEt180sqm + basement, commercial

lease. Phone 09 423 9129

CLINICAL OFFICE SPACE at health centre. Suit professional health practitioner. Daily rates available. Contact: 425 8399 or [email protected]

FOR RENtwARKwORtH NEw Furnished two bedroom apartment, walk to shops, quiet environment. Short or long term. Email: [email protected]

FOR SALEFIREwOOd - PINE Warkworth Lions Project, $50 per cm. Ph to arrange pick up time on 425 5893 or 0274 747 077.

RAwLEIGH PROdUCtS available. Phone Patrick 425 8851.

FREEVIEw AERIAL OR SAtELLItE dISH ... dON’t KNOw? For a site survey and quote call Jim THE mAiNTENANCE mAN 021 254 2048 or 422 3725.SHEEP MANURE 15kg bag only $10. FREE DELiVERY - Algies, Snells Beach, Warkworth, matakana. Ph 425 5612.

FItNESS

Ceroc is the fastest growing dance phenomenon in the country. This fusion of Jive and Salsa is easy to learn, sociable and fun, and

can be danced to any music with a regular beat. Ceroc DJ's play music ranging from 70's classics through to your current chart favorites.

7pm on Tuesday Nights at the Woolshed, Country Park, Matakana, Warkworth.

For more information Contact Colin 021 862 847 • www.ceroc.co.nz

Learn to dance • ceroc - Modern Jive

LINE dANCING Wednesdays 5pm-9pm, Ladies Bowling Club, Shoesmith Road, Warkworth. Fridays 10am-12.30pm, Bible Chapel Hall, Davies Road, Wellsford. Enquiries Jan 422 5191.

FLIGHtS

SCENIC FLIGHtS $39, 20 mins; $49, 30 mins. min. 3 passengers. Trial flights $79. Gift vouchers available.

GREAt BARRIER FLIGHtS. Special stopover up to 4 hours. Return $99. min. 3 passengers.

NORtH CAPE FLIGHtS $375 each. min 3 passengers.

Rodney Aero Club Ph 425 8735 or Rod Miller Phone 425 5612


CLASSIFIEd dEAdLINE for June 13 issue is June 6Phone 425 9068 to book your classified advertising



CATHOLIC CHURCH

WARKWORTHHoly Name Church, 6 Alnwick Street

Saturday Vigil: 6.00pmSunday: 10.30am

Holy Mass Timetable:

Phone 425 8545

PUHOISS. Peter & Paul Church

Sunday: 8.30am

www.holyname.org.nz

Mahurangi Methodist Parish

WarkWorth MethodistCnr Neville & Church Sts, Warkworth

Parish Office: Ph 425 8660Sunday Service 10.30am

Hall Bookings PH 425 8053snell’s Beach coMMunity church

325 Mahurangi East RdSunday Service 9am

The Minister will be available every Thursday afternoon

Hall Bookings PH 425 5707Point Wells coMMunity church

Williams Cres, Point WellsSunday Services

2nd & 4th Sundays at 9.30amMainly-Music Programme

Thurs, 10am-11am, during school terms.PH 425 8660 for furtHer information

Sunday Services 9am & 10.30am

5 Pulham Road, Warkworth Phone 425 8861

www.mahu.org.nz

CHURCH NOTICES

Fridays 6:30pmCome check us out, in the

Methodist Hall, from Term 2 on! Cafe style first Fri of month -

all welcome!

HALLS FOR HIRE

PUHOI CENtENNIAL HALL Capacity 200, very reasonable rates. For further information phone Kathy on 422 0891 or email [email protected]

SHOESMItH & MASONIC HALLS The Shoesmith Hall (limit 120 people) and the old masonic Hall (limit 100 people) are available for hire at reasonable rates. Contact the Warkworth Service Centre of the Auckland council on toll-free (09) 301 0101.

HEALtH SERVICES

BOwtECH / BOwEN tHERAPY Contact Adele 0800 BOWEN 4 U (0800 269 364)

HOBBIES & RECREAtION

HORSE RIDING WARKWORTH

Family Fun Scenic farm & forest rides Quiet horses and poniesBirthday rides • Lessons

Suit beginners & experienced riders and people with Disabilities

Social, Language & School Groups

book NoW1hour $40 • 2hours $75

Phone 425 851742 Kaipara Flats Road, Warkworth

www.come.to/horseriding

HOME MAINtENANCEHANdYMAN – tHE MAINtENANCE MAN Your one stop fix-it-man. Phone Jim 422 3725 or 021 254 2048.

wAtER FILtERS Underbench filters & whole house Ultra violet filters – Kill and remove ecoli/bacteria. FREE site visits. Ph Steve 09 945 2282 or visit www.purewaterservices.co.nz

wAtER PUMPS Low water pressure? Get it sorted. Sales, service & installation. Work guaranteed. Ph Steve 09 945 2282 or www.purewaterservices.co.nz

KARL HALL PLAStERING 25 years experience. All aspects of stopping. Covering specialist. Ph 0210 424 296.

HOUSESIttING

HOUSESIttER AVAILABLE mature, non smoking, experienced, short term OK. Phone 09 431 5662.

PHOtOGRAPHIC & dIGItAL

MAHURANGI wARKwORtH SENIOR CItIzENS ASSOCIAtION

AGM Friday 8th June, 1.30pm at clubrooms, 4 Alnwick St, Warkworth.

All members and new members of 50+years welcome.

PUBLIC NOtICES

PUHOI HIStORICAL SOCIEtY meets every 3rd Wed, 7.30pm, Puhoi museum records room. All welcome. museum winter hours are Sat & Sun, 1pm-4pm.

PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIESVideos, slides & old 8mm films

all on to DVD. Ph TeTotara Video (09) 422 5710.

FREE Clean Fill

I have 80 cube metres of clean fill, will deliver free of charge to anywhere

within 20 miles of Warkworth.

PH Tim 021 822071

Untitled-6 1 8/05/12 1:25 PMROdNEY StOPPING VIOLENCE SERVICES

Providing programmes for men who need assistance to change

abusive behaviours and attitudes and work on equality and respect.

Held in Orewa and Warkworth. For enquiries phone 09 425 8130. We also provide programmes for women that are or have been in

abusive relationships. Held in Orewa & Warkworth.

Phone 422 2102 or 021 023 20297Sponsored by Mahurangi Matters

The Jane Gifford STory on dVd

only $12.50 eachavailable from the

Mahurangi Matters Office, 17 Neville Street, Warkworth($1 from every sale is donated

to the Jane Gifford Trust)

Who do you think you are?Learn about researching

family historyJoin Warkworth

Genealogy Society

Contact: Cheryl 425 9945 or Bryan 425 9094

REAdINGS

CLAIRVOYANT • MEDIUM HYPNOSIS

www.makingachange.co.nzPhone Brigid 09 426 8361

tV SERVICES & SALEStV SERVICES Freeview, dishes, aerials, boxes. Sales, installation and repairs. Phone Gavin 027 4766115.

tV tUNING. DVD’s / Sky / Video / Freeview etc. Phone 425 5431.

tUItION

wANtEd

CASH PAID• Shed & Garage clear outs• Tools & Machinery • Cars,

motorcycles, boats, caravans All things considered.

Ph or txt 021 161 5139

wORK wANtEdBUILdER All types of building work. Free quotes and advice. Phone Wayne 09 425 5757 or 021 112 0696.

REId EQUEStRIAN ENGINEERING, Wellsford. Float rebuilds, horse truck conversions, etc. Dog kennels made to measure. Quality work. Ph Ron 423 9666.

VEHICLESPARK & SELL Gull Snells Beach. Weekly rates. Great exposure. Ph 425 4092.

NEW HEALTH SECTION

in the Service DirectorySTARTING 4 JULY

For only $48+GST* per insertion

Phone Renee 425 9068 or email your advert to

[email protected]*for a three insertion contract

GET ONE FREE AD Pay for 3 - Get 4 insertions


Every drop countsThere will be a special push to recruit new blood donors in the Auckland region as part of World Blood Donor Day, on Thursday June 14. Blood Service donor recruiter Nephi Arthur says the day is an opportunity to say “thank you” to New Zealand’s 120,000 donors, 43,900 in Auckland, and encourage more people to follow their lead. “There is no substitute for donated blood and we have a constant need to recruit new donors,” he says. “In Auckland, we need to collect more than 1000 donations each week to meet medical demands. Nationally, we must work continuously to renew the donor database at a rate of more than 17,000 people per year.” The Blood Service will be in Warkworth on July 18 and October 17; in Wellsford on September 10; and in Orewa on July 12 and 13 and October 18 and 19.

A Mangawhai footbridge completed early this year has been criticised as a costly “white elephant” by some residents concerned that it represents a waste of much-needed funds by a council in crisis.

The substantial footbridge built alongside Moir Road.

Footbridge out-of-step

Residents have complained that the bridge built by Kaipara District Council, crossing an estuary creek adjacent to Moir Road and connecting with Tara Road, is under-utilised, over-engineered and doesn’t connect up with footpaths. Mangawhai Ratepayers committee member Helen Curreen says while she was aware that if the waterside Mangawhai School community had to retreat to higher ground, as a result a tsunami warning, they didn’t have a safe crossing because there was no footpath, there hadn’t been a lot of noise demanding it. “I take on board that they needed pedestrian access across there, but it’s a massively over-engineered and expensive piece. There are lots more important things to be done than that, such as just having a footpath between

the village and the heads.” Kaipara District Council’s general manager operations, John Burt says the footbridge was installed under the safety works programme with the bulk of the $114,000 construction costs met by the New Zealand Transport Agency, leaving a council contribution of around $34,000 which was funded from roading development contributions collected as a result of subdivisions in the area.He says the bridge, which aims to improve community linkages, is used by pedestrians and cyclists and footpaths at either end may be extended in future.Designed to NZ Building Code standards for a minimum 50-year lifespan by CPG Limited, the council’s former engineering consultants, it is constructed of high quality materials including steel, concrete and timber.


CLASSIFIEd dEAdLINE for June 13 issue is June 6Phone 425 9068 to book your classified advertising



CATHOLIC CHURCH

WARKWORTHHoly Name Church, 6 Alnwick Street

Saturday Vigil: 6.00pmSunday: 10.30am

Holy Mass Timetable:

Phone 425 8545

PUHOISS. Peter & Paul Church

Sunday: 8.30am

www.holyname.org.nz

Mahurangi Methodist Parish

WarkWorth MethodistCnr Neville & Church Sts, Warkworth

Parish Office: Ph 425 8660Sunday Service 10.30am

Hall Bookings PH 425 8053snell’s Beach coMMunity church

325 Mahurangi East RdSunday Service 9am

The Minister will be available every Thursday afternoon

Hall Bookings PH 425 5707Point Wells coMMunity church

Williams Cres, Point WellsSunday Services

2nd & 4th Sundays at 9.30amMainly-Music Programme

Thurs, 10am-11am, during school terms.PH 425 8660 for furtHer information

Sunday Services 9am & 10.30am

5 Pulham Road, Warkworth Phone 425 8861

www.mahu.org.nz

CHURCH NOTICES

Fridays 6:30pmCome check us out, in the

Methodist Hall, from Term 2 on! Cafe style first Fri of month -

all welcome!

HALLS FOR HIRE

PUHOI CENtENNIAL HALL Capacity 200, very reasonable rates. For further information phone Kathy on 422 0891 or email [email protected]

SHOESMItH & MASONIC HALLS The Shoesmith Hall (limit 120 people) and the old masonic Hall (limit 100 people) are available for hire at reasonable rates. Contact the Warkworth Service Centre of the Auckland council on toll-free (09) 301 0101.

HEALtH SERVICES

BOwtECH / BOwEN tHERAPY Contact Adele 0800 BOWEN 4 U (0800 269 364)

HOBBIES & RECREAtION

HORSE RIDING WARKWORTH

Family Fun Scenic farm & forest rides Quiet horses and poniesBirthday rides • Lessons

Suit beginners & experienced riders and people with Disabilities

Social, Language & School Groups

book NoW1hour $40 • 2hours $75

Phone 425 851742 Kaipara Flats Road, Warkworth

www.come.to/horseriding

HOME MAINtENANCEHANdYMAN – tHE MAINtENANCE MAN Your one stop fix-it-man. Phone Jim 422 3725 or 021 254 2048.

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The decision on a preferred State Highway One route from Puhoi to Warkworth, which will affect about 50 properties, was the top story.

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Ginger Cafe in Queen Street, Warkworth, took part in the Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Ribbon Breakfast campaign last month and raised $900. Café owner Sam Duncan says around 200 people participated and money was raised from breakfast sales, donations and raffles. Pictured, from left, are Alice Crewther, Marylyn Young, Joy Hewlett, Sue Cameron and Sam Duncan.

An historic welcome and powhiri was held at the Puatahi Marae, in Helensville recently to acknowledge the appointment of Inspector Scott Webb (Ngati Apa, Nga Puhi) as the Rodney Police Area Commander and Constable Vivian Clark (Ngati Ranginui) as the Rodney Area iwi liaison officer. Both officers are based at Orewa Police Station, part of the Waitemata Police District. More than 100 people gathered at the marae on the shores of the Kaipara Harbour, for the occasion. It was the first time in 150 years that such a welcome had been organised for a new police appointment. Whaea Naida Glavish and Matua Glen Wilcox were the key organisers. Also present were members of the Waitemata Police Maori Advisory Board (Tutahitanga) including Matua Des Ripi, Piripi Paki, Charlie Connelly, Murray Witaka and Whaea Evalene Haua (Aunty Eva), Lana Lazarus and Georgina Connelly. The Auckland Police Pipe Band played in support of Inspector Webb’s waiata.

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Warkworth Tennis Club representative Murray Billington presenting Joy Boniface, from Warkworth St John, with a cheque for $180, representing the proceeds of a Lower Northland Seniors Tennis Club tournament held in Warkworth recently.

Tennis comp a winner for St John Going digital costs vary An investigation by Consumer magazine into the costs to go digital shows that it pays to shop around. The magazine looked at the costs for purchasing and installing a UHF aerial or satellite dish, and the installation costs for a set-top box. The costs varied widely between regions and depending on what was required. Info: www.goingdigital.co.nz/price-guide. The upper North Island is due to go digital on December 1.


Warkworth Rotary paid tribute to St John volunteers Warwick and Wendy Hooper, and Warkworth Primary School teacher Linda Gribble last month. Club president John Ronald presented the trio with Community Service Awards recognising their long and dedicated service to the Warkworth community. The club also handed over a cheque for $5000 to Warkworth Wellsford Hospice, being the proceeds from a wine auction held at the District Conference in April. Many local wine growers were thanked for their donations, which had helped make the auction such a success. John Ronald is pictured congratulating Warwick and Wendy Hooper.

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Scouts collect for StarshipScouts in the Mahurangi area have joined a nationwide campaign to support The Starship Foundation. Under the banner ‘kids helping kids’, the scouts are collecting old mobile phones for recycling. Funds raised from the Lets Mobilize campaign directly benefit Starship’s 24/7 national air ambulance service. The funds will also help Scouts NZ deliver safe and adventurous programmes for its 15,000 members. Mobile phones for scouts can be left at Nosh in Matakana, McDonald Adams Optometrists in Warkworth or the Mahurangi Matters office in Neville Street, Warkworth.

Temperature checkKeeping babies warm in winter can often be a juggling act trying to find the right balance between the nursery’s temperature, the cot bedding and bub’s clothing. Even if a baby’s hands and feet feel cold, this isn’t a true indication of their body temperature. To quickly check if a baby is warm enough, slip two fingers down the back of their neck. If a baby’s back is warm, this indicates they are warm enough. According to Plunket, a normal body temp for a baby is between 36.4 and 37.4C. Anything below or above is indicative of a cold or overheated baby. Source: plunket.org.nz

BriefsEducation experts say teaching children about the environment from an early age can lead to long-term changes in behaviour and attitudes.University of Waikato’s education researcher Dr Chris Eames says that although little study has been done in this area, recent work indicates it does have an impact and parents report changed behaviour and awareness at home. He says environmental education is aimed at developing understanding and awareness of environmental issues, and skills for taking action. “In NZ, the Government guidelines on the delivery of environmental education were produced in 1999 and it is now a standard part of the curriculum for all NZ schools,” he says. The Enviroschools programme has been operating since 2002 and is offered in more than 800 schools.Dr Eames says the main benefits of the programme include development of student knowledge about environmental and sustainability issues, empowerment of students to take action, transfer of this learning to the students’ homes, and environmental improvements to schools and their communities.He says the programme provides students with a sense of making a difference for their futures.

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The Year 2 Syndicate from Warkworth Primary recently held a science trip to the Omaha Spit to see the NZ dotterels flocking and to learn about how the community can make a difference to the bird’s survival. Three members of the Omaha Shorebird Society, Sharon Kast, Joanne McPhee and Marie Ward, showed the children some examples of stuffed predators that could harm the birds or their eggs, and the traps used to control predators. The children then had to try to spot some dotterel eggs camouflaged in the sand to look like a real nest. Teacher Suzanne Maddox said there was great excitement when the children found them. “They now know not to play or picnic near their nests and how dropping rubbish attracts predators,” she said.

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Early detection of vision problems in children not only reduces the risk of any serious life-long implications, it is also essential to a child’s early learning capabilities.Milford Eye Clinic paediatric ophthalmologist Dr Rasha Altaie, who holds clinics in Warkworth, says poor vision left untreated can have a serious impact on a child’s performance in school, sports and other areas of their life.“Most children will have their eyes checked by Plunket before they start school,” she says. “However, there are a few warning signs that a child might be having problems and require a complete eye examination earlier.“One of the most common problems is amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye. It is a reduction in vision in an eye that is otherwise physically normal. Amblyopia is the most common cause of vision loss in children and is found in as many as five to seven percent of school-aged children.”Dr Altaie says the critical period in the development of amblyopia begins within the first weeks of life and lasts until a child is about eight to 10 years of age. “This is also the period during which amblyopia may be reversed by treating the cause and stimulating visual development. The younger the child receives treatment, the better.”

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Another common problem where early detection is crucial is strabismus, a misalignment of the eyes. Around four percent of children under six years of age suffer from strabismus. The appearance of a white pupil is one of the most urgent signs that a child has to be seen as soon as possible. A white pupil often indicates changes in the lens of the eye, such as cataract, or changes at the back of the eye.Dr Altaie says other symptoms such as acute pink/red eyes, watery, itchy, sticky and light-sensitive eyes also need attention. “A droopy lid, especially if it is blocking the pupil, can also affect vision and lead to a permanent reduction in vision. If you think your child has a problem with their eyes don’t hesitate to get them seen by a specialist. A referral from your GP, optometrist or Plunket nurse is welcomed, but not always required.”

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Family holidays are something to cherish, but travelling with children can also have its challenges.Matakana’s Gaye Miller, the author of Where Shall We Take the Kids, a family-friendly guide to destinations and activities in NZ, says good planning is the key to success.“One common mistake that parents make, particularly the parent who is not the primary carer, is to over-estimate how far you can travel with children on board,” she says.“For under fives, in particular, you really need to stop every couple of hours so they can stretch their legs.“Knowing where good toilets are located along the route you’re taking and having a store of gingernut biscuits on hand for any car sickness cases are also a good idea. I find talking to other parents who have similarly aged children is always a good source of information.”Gaye says it was her experience as a mother of four that launched her into the “kids-friendly” business. Her first venture was the kidsfriendlynz website which morphed into kidsfriendlytravel about two years ago.“I was accepted into Auckland University’s Icehouse programme, which provides business growth

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programmes for small and medium enterprises. Through that 12-month process, the travel side of business emerged as the area that held the most potential for growth.”The site attracts about 14,000 unique users a month and Gaye is currently working on incorporating the concept of a holidays saving incentive scheme.

She says NZ is far more kids friendly than it is often given credit for but one improvement she would dearly loved to see introduced is a family pass that includes three or more children.“Many families have three children and even if you only have two, one of them often invites a friend along. Restricting family passes to two adults and two children just adds to the cost of the outing.”The key elements of being kids friendly are pricing, good bathrooms with change tables and spaces which cater specifically for under fives. Pushchair hire is a bonus. In terms of accommodation, it needs to be quiet with activities in the grounds such as playgrounds and swimming pools.

GiveawayMahurangi Matters has a copy of Where Shall We Take the Kids? to give away. Write your names and a daytime phone number on the back of an envelope and post to: Where Shall We Take the Kids? Competition, PO Box 701, Warkworth. Competition closes on June 12. Alternatively, enter by sending us a private message marked ‘Where Shall We Take the Kids’ on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/mahurangimatters).

When it comes to choosing nappies, there are many factors to consider. Cost, convenience and reliability are usually the biggies, but more parents are questioning the effect that nappies have on their baby’s health and on the environment.Studies have found that it takes as much energy to produce one disposable nawppy as it does to wash a cloth nappy 200 times. It takes 1.3 million trees a year to produce disposable nappies for babies in NZ and one cup of crude oil per nappy is required to produce the outer plastic.Disposable nappies will take an estimated 500 years to decompose in landfill and can harbour up to 100 different types of virus including live poliovirus from vaccines.While there have been no long-term studies into the effects on the skin from the constant exposure to the polyacralyte super-absorbent gels found in most disposable nappies, those same gels were deemed unsafe and removed from tampons in 1985. Info: www.greens.org.nz

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An average of 22 New Zealand children are admitted to hospital every day with unintentional injuries or accidents.For young children, aged from birth to four years, most of these injuries happen at home.Safekids NZ director Ann Weaver says young children are injured more at home because they spend more time there. This is why keeping a safe home environment where children can grow and learn is important.One strategy Safekids suggests is to take a small child’s point of view. “Get down on your elbows and knees, and see what they see,” Ann says. “Is there a toy on an unsecured bookcase or lighters, matches or button batteries lying around? Are there medicines or household chemicals they can reach?”The following are some tips to keep kids safe: y Secure heavy furniture and appliances using a safety device. If kids see colourful objects, food, drinks or toys on top of ovens, TVs, book shelves and dishwashers, they may try to climb them.

y Store matches and lighters in a safe place and teach kids to bring you any matches and lighters they find. Make sure your smoke alarms are working.

y It takes as little as two hours to cause severe burns once a coin-sized lithium battery has been swallowed by a child. Search your home for gadgets that may contain coin lithium batteries including TV remotes, singing cards and toys. Secure the battery-controlled devices and keep them out of sight and reach of children, and keep loose batteries locked away.

y It’s a good idea to have your heating devices checked before using them. Teach kids the ‘Keep a metre from the heater’ rule. If the child is very young, use a safety guard. Also, watch out for kids when consuming hot liquids.

y Know the fire-risk labels for children’s nightwear. Red means the garment is a high fire risk and more suitable for summer wear; orange is a warning to choose close-fitting options; white means the garment is a lower fire risk.

y Remember the S.A.F.E. rule against poisoning. Store all medicines and chemicals out of children’s sight and reach; Ask your pharmacist for safety caps on medicines; Follow the dose instructions from your doctor or pharmacist; and Ensure you follow safety instructions on medicines, chemicals and cleaners.

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Stocking Your Pantry & Plan a Week’s Menu – Eat well from basic ingredients. Join us for Devonshire tea and help create a variety of dishes using two basic sauces – Bolognese and béchamel. Try Chris’s lasagne with her secret sauce, bacon & potato bake, cheesy tuna pasta, nachos and more plus a quick dessert.Thursday 7th June 9.30 – 12.30 at the Warkworth Methodist Church Hall.Adapting Some Favourite Recipes – Try Chris’s delicious chicken noodle soup for fussy eaters, curry in a hurry (not too hot for all the family to enjoy) and finish with a baked cheesecake with a fruity topping. These are versatile, economic and nutritious meals using seasonal produce and varied meats on specials.Thursday 14th June 9.30-12.30 at the Warkworth Methodist Church Hall.

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Money raised from this year’s Warkworth Plunket Baby Photo competition will be used to fund a post-natal depression support group for the area.Warkworth Plunket president Angela Brangwynne says there is a need for this kind of service in the community.“Post-natal depression affects about 13 percent of new mothers and can occur at any time during the first year after birth,” she says. “While we are still in the planning stages, we hope to have the group up and running by August. It is likely to meet on a weekly basis at the Women’s Centre.” Angela says all funds raised from the annual competition go towards Warkworth Plunket projects.“Last year was our most successful year, with 120 entries raising more than $2000.”The competition is open to all children under five years, as at June 1, this year.Categories include ‘cutest baby’ and ‘most creative photo’, both judged by

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Population growth slowsA combination of fewer births, more deaths, and more people leaving NZ has resulted in the country’s lowest population growth in 11 years. The population of NZ was at 4,430,400 as of March 31. While the population grew by 0.6 percent (27,700) in the last year, it is the lowest for a March year since 2001, when the population increased 0.5 percent (21,000). Source: stats.govt.nz

Colin Stables from Kodak Warkworth; and ‘most votes’, as voted by the community. There will be prizes for first, second and third in each category. The photos will be displayed at Warkworth New World from July 2 to 15, and the winners will be announced on July 16 and displayed at Kodak Warkworth for the week.Kodak Warkworth is collecting photos from June 4 to 30 and entry is $5. Photos can be emailed to: [email protected] and payment must be made within three days of entering. Photos can also be delivered in person.Info: Angela Brangwynne at [email protected] or visit facebook.com/WarkworthPlunket


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According to Allergy NZ, around one in 10 children in NZ has a food allergy. An increasing number of those affected have multiple food and environmental allergies, as well as asthma.Three-and-a-half year old Jack Quinn, of Snells Beach, for instance, is allergic to nuts, wheat, dairy, eggs, rye, barley, salmon, beef, lamb, potatoes, mango and kiwifruit. He is also allergic to dust mites, pollen, grass and all types of animal hair, and he has asthma. His parents, Trisha and Peter, also both have food allergies and suffer from eczema and asthma, but never considered that it might affect their children. “The first signs that Jack might have food anaphylaxis appeared when he was just a month old,” Trisha says.“He was breastfed and had severe eczema, caused by what I had been eating. At the time, I didn’t link it to food allergies. When he was three months old we took him to a specialist who, thankfully, diagnosed what was causing the eczema rather than just prescribing a cream to mask the problem. However, we didn’t discover the extent of his allergies until he was three years old. It’s been a long journey

finding what foods he can and cannot eat, but as we sorted it out, his skin began to clear up.”Trisha says although some children grow out of certain allergies, Jack’s list

keeps getting longer. “There is no cure – the only treatment is complete avoidance.”As Jack’s condition can be life threatening, he has to always carry

Anapen, which is used to reverse anaphylactic shock. This has already occurred twice.“It’s been hard finding a kindergarten that will accommodate his special requirements and monitor him at meal times. Birthday parties and social functions are also difficult, but he does now understand he can’t eat certain foods. It’s challenging when local supermarkets no longer stock certain products which means a trip to Albany to get them. A government subsidy for the Anapen would help us a lot, as it costs at least $100 a pen and they can only be used once.”Trisha says Jack’s severe condition has made them cautious about having a second child. “We’ve only recently started to think about having another baby, now that Jack is more aware of what he can and can’t eat, and his condition has become more manageable.” Allergy NZ is a national charity providing information, education and support to allergy suffers and their families. Allergy Awareness Week was held from May 20 to 26.Info: allergy.org.nz


Reading for healthThe developing mind is a fertile place in which to grow ideas. A child’s imagination should know no bounds and their potential in life is a wonderful resource that should not be squandered. Encouraging your child to become a life-long reader is one marvellous thing you can do which will help them towards a healthy, fulfilling and happy life. All children should have the opportunity to be read to by an adult, best of all by a parent. Take time from babyhood onwards to read to your child. Going over simple picture books will increase fluency and understanding. Then continuing to read to a child will help brain development. At an early age it doesn’t really matter what content or format is used and I have seen wonderful “picture books” available for i-Pads. A half-hour spent reading with your child is vital bonding time, a time for communication beyond just what is being read, and it is probably this that has the most significant health benefit. Because an adult reading to a child or simply reading for themselves also provides a moment’s break from the stresses and strains of daily life. Reading can keep your mind in shape too – using different areas of the brain from those used for more mundane day-to-day activities.Reading is a vital tool for children; stimulating their inquisitive minds and allowing them to communicate more effectively with the world around them – skills which are associated with improved health outcomes. So take time to read to your little ones from the earliest age. Get them a membership at the local library (an affordable way to find lots of new reading material) and be involved with your child if they are struggling with their reading. It is probably one of the most important things you can do for them. Also, don’t forget to show by example. Be a regular reader yourself and have books in your home.

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Although at least one in 100 New Zealanders are affected by coeliac disease, an estimated 75 percent of sufferers don’t know they have it.

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option to attend as a group of friends rather than as couples. The girls said that while they loved the idea of wearing a long, traditional ball gown, they found them impractical when it came to “running about and dancing freely”.Several commented that students didn’t have to attend the ball in order to go to a pre-or-post-ball party, and some preferred simply to attend the parties.While this might, in part, be due to the parties’ lack of formality, it could also be because the ball had become expensive and not all students could afford to attend.The students said alcohol was mainly an issue if it was smuggled into the ball. Bags were normally searched on entry, but that at some pre-ball parties, responsible drinking was permitted in the company of adults.Most students said they liked the ball for its atmosphere and for the professional photographs taken there, which they considered would have sentimental value. They also said that it was fun to be able to share the evening with their entire year group.Overall, the students described the ball as “a reward for all their hard work at school”, saying they looked forward to it all year – so it seems the school ball tradition is safe for a few years yet.

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Relationship counsellors in Warkworth say that it is natural that teenagers want to take risks, experiment and have a relationship as they mature and develop their own identities.They say the foundation for any healthy relationship includes mutual respect, trust, honesty, good communication, equality and support, as well as both partners maintaining their separate identities. Warkworth Homebuilders family support worker Liz Cole says teenagers choose to have a relationship for a number of reasons and parents should encourage their teens to talk to them about their decision to ensure that they understand these foundations.“It is only natural that parents may be a little wary of their teenager’s first relationship,” she says.“But parents need to respect their teens as young adults who are trying to figure out their place in the world. Open communication is important because they may need someone to talk to. If they are in a relationship or are about to begin one, they need encouragement to find the right

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Young people with an interest in sculpture are invited to a ‘have a go’ event at the Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens, on SH16, next month.Three sculptors will introduce their different approaches to their art work with a guided tour of the sculpture trail, followed by a presentation on how they create their installations. There will also be technique demonstrations and participants will work with the artists on a collaborative piece, which will then be displayed in the gardens.On July 6, Ekarasa Doblanovic will create a site-specific land based sculpture using natural materials. On July 7, Jennifer Kipfer, who has embraced the concept of Graffiti Knitting or Yarn Bombing, will create works utilising fabric, wool and plastic bags. On July 8, Sally Lush will utilise everyday utilitarian materials.Sally, who is also the Sculpture Gardens curator, says she would love participants to come away from their experience at the fun days with a belief in their own creativity.Activities on all three days will start at 10am and run until 2.30pm. Info: [email protected] or call Sally on 09 420 4044.

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Te Hana Community Development Charitable Trust chief executive Linda Clapham says building consent and costings for the $600,000 project have already been obtained. Work is now underway to coordinate support from various stakeholders, which could include an innovative blend of multiple agencies, councils and private partners. It’s envisaged the self-contained, fully carved pavilion will include audio-visual effects that will immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of New Zealand nature, and will function not only as a serviced visitor centre with automated booking facilities, but also share important conservation values.Linda says the project has already received a positive response in meetings with the Northland Mayoral Forum, Auckland Council, Auckland Tourism, the Department of Conservation (DOC) and NZTA.Plans for the project were presented to Prime Minister John Key on his recent visit to Te Hana, along with a push to freehold the land the cultural centre is on. Linda says the property is currently owned by DOC and administered by Auckland Council under a long-term

lease arrangement but includes around $4 million of capital development achieved by the community trust through donations and fundraising.However, while the PM was sympathetic to the aim, which he acknowledged would make the centre a better asset for the community, Mr

Key said making the land freehold was a long-term issue for DOC to address.Meanwhile, the centre is continuing to promote itself to tourists and tourism operators, including upgrading its website with video content that was also presented at a major tourism conference in Queenstown last month.

High tea at Kaipara FlatsA High Tea Party held at Kaipara Flats for Mother’s Day raised $1561. Just under 80 people attended, many dressing up for the occasion and bringing along their own fine bone china tea cups. Money raised will go towards floorboard sanding and upgrade in McKinney Hall, which Kaipara Flats Playgroup lease from the Kaipara Flats Community Heritage Society. Organisers thanked sponsors Dr Hud’s, Rococo Hair, Taste, Sheer Bliss, Intimate Apparel, Franklins Pharmacy Tupperware and Intimo Lingerie. Food was prepared by Kaipara Flats Playgroup.

Calling all local musosLocal musicians willing to dress up and donate their time to raise money for Hospice Hibiscus Coast are being invited to perform in Puhoi on June 23. Grant Victorian Steampunk Events is calling on musos from chamber style groups, to those who play the blues, celtic music, acoustic guitar, harp, as well as classical or gypsy violinists, to NZ original music or cover bands, to participate on the day. The concert will be held at the Puhoi Centennial Hall, from 2pm to 10pm. Other events include Victorian games, dancing, duelling demonstrations and more. Info: Yahn Darkwood 09 424 0146 or [email protected]

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Experimental solargram images produced using pinhole photography will form part of a photographic exhibition Images at Art Matakana, Matakana Country Park, this month.

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After the success of Matakana Pictures Revisited last year, organised as part of the Auckland Festival of Photography, local photographers Richard Collins, Barbara Cope, Di Halstead, Sue Hill, Paul Konings, Maria Krajcirovic, Andrew Martin, Davina Monds, Richard Smallfield, Murray Savidan and Karen Williamson are again showcasing their distinctive and diverse styles.Joining the group will be two invited guests from Photoforum, Jenny Tomlin and Mark Adams. Jenny’s solargram images, some of which involve exposure times of up to three months, revisit the simplicity of pinhole photography, returning to the first principles of how images are formed.Renowned New Zealand photographer of the iconic La Gonda Studios, Mark Adams is collaborating with friend and colleague Davina Monds, on a body of work titled Tatau:Tatoo. Their photographs explore the juxtaposition of cultural and contemporary tattooing.

Mark recorded the process of traditional Samoan Tatau, while Davina’s view looks at the more European-style markings and inherent cultural references. Mark and Davina both specialise in fibre-based, archival, darkroom hand-printing.The Matakana Pictures 2012: Images exhibition will run from June 2 to 24.

The current exhibition Food for Thought at Art Matakana, Matakana Country Park, features the work of Sue Hill, Candy Clark, Bill Harris and Jane Pierce.Sue, a multi-media artist from Wellsford-Port Albert, has included photographs, which she says capture brief moments of random creativity before they are discarded.

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This novel is getting a lot of attention and deservedly so. The Forrests are newly arrived in Auckland from New York and we are with the children as they adjust to life in Westmere. Dad is a frustrated actor who occasionally dashes home in the hope of getting funds from family members. During one of his trips away, Mum takes the kids to live in a commune. We mostly follow the story of Dorothy from youth to old age as the family moves, changes, splits apart and grows. We learn of Dorothy’s close relationship with her older sister Eve, her longing for her childhood sweetheart Daniel, her marriage and children, and her work with at risk mothers. Perkins describes a New Zealand childhood so succinctly that I could put myself right back in that moment very easily. Highly recommended.

Goldby Chris Cleave

Cleave is the author of two previous novels The Other Hand and Incendiary. Both were outstanding and once again he delivers a fantastic read. The timing of this novel’s release is also outstanding as it is about elite cyclists who are competing to represent England at the Olympic Games. Of course, there is more going on that just cycling around an indoor track. It is about emotional, as well as physical, endurance. It is about what we are prepared to sacrifice in order to succeed. The two main characters are Kate and Zoe who are both after gold at the Olympics and the very different paths they choose to achieve glory. Once again Chris Cleave delivers a superb read.

Sculptors in the Mahurangi area are invited to submit proposals for the Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens’ 2013 exhibition, which will open later this year.This will be the fifth exhibition of contemporary NZ sculpture held since the gardens opened in late 2008.Artists are invited to submit proposals for sculptural work in a range of sizes, mediums and price ranges, including static, kinetic, installation, utilising light, sound or water, ephemeral or conceptual in nature that reflect contemporary sculptural practice.Curator Sally Lush says the selection

panel will be looking for works that relate, reflect and explore the natural beauty of the region, its flora and fauna, threats to the environment, the history of the land, colonisation and socio-political issues.Proposals should be submitted by July 6.“This is a great opportunity for work to be displayed in a setting that will create excellent exposure,” Sally says.Info: [email protected]

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Squash

y For any women who want to give squash a go, the Warkworth Squash Club is running ladies sessions every Monday from 9.15am to 10.45am, and on a Wednesday evening from 6pm to 8pm. Cost is $7, coaching is available. Info: Kaye Jackson 425 6965

Netball

y Fun Ferns – Held at the Rodney Netball Centre, Wellsford, on Saturdays from 10am-11am. The programme is for children aged four years to Year Three and aims to develop basic motor skills, as well as teaching movement and passing skills. Gold coin donation. Info: Tui 423 7400 or 022 6283288 or [email protected]

Table Tennis

y The Mangawhai Table Tennis Club meets every Thursday night from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Mangawhai Library Hall. All grades of play welcome, bats available for first timers. Info: Jill Parsons 431 4874.

y Social table tennis and junior table tennis is held at the Matakana Village Hall every Tuesday from 7.30pm. All welcome. Adults $2 and students $1. Info: Mary Perkins 425 8146 or George Anderson 423 0424.

Karate

y Go-Kan-Ryu (GKR) Karate is held at the Masonic Hall, Baxter Street Warkworth, on Monday nights from 7.30pm. Suitable for children over five years old, adults and families welcome. Come down and have a look. Info: Hayden 021 753 115, visit: gkrkarate.com

Paintings by former Mahurangi College student Ellena Young will feature in the Top Art 2012 exhibition touring the country to highlight some of the best art by secondary students in 2011.

Excellence level work, including this piece by Mahurangi College student Ellena Young, will feature in a national exhibition visiting Warkworth in July.

Mahurangi student’s work joins top national art tour

The annual exhibition includes a selection of 60 visual arts portfolios in design, painting, printmaking and sculpture, from NCEA Level 3 students throughout New Zealand and will tour more than 30 venues, stopping at Mahurangi College from July 23 to 27.Organisers say the aim is to enable students, teachers and the public to view the high standard of art produced in schools and understand what it takes to achieve an Excellence grade in Level 3.Ellena says her art boards were inspired by the shoreline and sea, examining shapes and colours of shells and other natural items and contrasting them with the undesirable man-made contributions to the shoreline.“As the boards progressed I began to mix the forms of different natural and man-made items focusing on the impact that they have on the coastal environment and the way that nature absorbs them into the landscape,” she says.Ellena is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Architectural Studies at Wellington’s Victoria University. Although she is the only one whose work is featured in the exhibition,

Ellena is one of three Mahurangi College students who gained Excellence in Painting in 2011. The others were Vinisha Topiwala and Eloise Docking. Eloise also gained Excellence in Design.The 2012 Top Art collections can also be viewed online at www.topart.govt.nz.

After the success of last year’s Wellsford Country Show, which attracted more than 2000 people, the event is set to return to Centennial Park Showgrounds on November 24.Co-organiser Jo Wood says they are working hard to make the day more affordable for families.“We are looking at bringing down the gate prices and some of the ride prices,” she says. “Sponsorship from local businesses is a crucial part of the

event and will help keep costs down. Sponsorship options are $100, $250 and $500 each with different perks for the sponsor such as free tickets, lunch and acknowledgement.”Jo says she would welcome enquires from anyone who would like to be a part of the day. Stallholder enquiries, Jo Wood on 021 377300; entertainment enquiries, Lynette Gubb on 021 1168437; children’s entertainment, Edwina Came on 021 1487402. Info: [email protected]

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from the Principal

NEWSLETTER ISSUE 5: June 2012

Dear Parents and GuardiansTena Koutou KatoaIt is very pleasing to see work underway on the new B Block building. Demolition, needed to take place over the Christmas holiday recess, and then there was a delay as the plans were completed, council consents gained and the construction stage of the project put out to tender.The new buildings will include 13 new class-rooms, 5 of which will be specialist rooms, a new front office for the school and a new stu-dent services centre.

On Wednesday 25th April, our School Prefects represented us at the local Warkworth ANZAC Day Commemorations. They laid a wreath at each of the local services and the Head Prefects spoke at the 10.30am service on behalf of the young people in our community. A copy of their speeches is available on the school website: http://www.mahurangi.school.nz/mahu2/ The following day at school, we had our own Anzac Service, at which we remembered the 30 young men from our area who gave their lives in the two World Wars.

David Macleod

important datesOn the 1st of May, Parents attended a very interesting evening of presentations by Year 8 students on their WaiCare and Marine Reserve Research. The students reported back from field work and trips they have been involved in recently. The presentations involved everything from static wall displays and oral presentations to computer slideshows.

The Annual Mt Roskill Sporting Exchange took place on Wednesday 9th May. All games were very close with Mt Roskill winning three and Mahurangi winning four of the seven sports contested.

Congratulations to Michael-Lydia Winiana who won Gold at the

recent Auckland Wrestling Championships and to Daniel Vaughan who won Silver.

We are very grateful to Warkworth New World for their sponsorship and support for MahurangiCollege in many different ways since Robin Brooke purchased the business. In addition to all his existing support, he is offering $50,000pa to local schools in his “Pie for Schools” Pro-motion, which is allocated depending on the number of Fly Buys points of those signed up for each school. We would encourage all par-ents, family members and friends of the school to participate in this by signing the form opposite and returning it to the college or to New World.

College Prefects attending the ANZAC Services

Year 8 Wai Care Exhibition

Artist’s Impression of the Completed Building

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Daniel Vaughan & Michael-Lydia Winiana

Monday June 4 •Queen’s BirthdayTuesday June 5 - 7•Senior Assessment Week - non interruptionThursday June 7 •SLC Football SO EventMonday June 11 - 13 •ERO VisitTuesday June 12•Year 7 Immunisation Day (Triple Vaccine)•NH Girls Hockey Zone DayWednesday June 13•NH Boys Hockey Zone DayThursday June 14 •Ensemble Impact PerformanceFriday June 15 •Underwater Hockey Champs startSaturday June 16•Cross Country. NZ Champs - St KentsSunday June 17 - 20•Level 1 Geography TripTuesday June 19•US Marine Forces Band PerformanceWednesday June 20•American Marine Pacific Band PerformanceFriday June 22 •Hockey Trivial Pursuits Evening•Year 7 & 8 Three-way Conferences•No School for Year 7 & 8 StudentsMonday June 25 - 28•International Student Trip -Rotorua•BOT Meeting - 6pmTuesday June 26•NH Table Tennis Zone Day•Father/Son Evening: Guest Speaker, Steve HathawayWednesday June 27•Ki o Rahi Competition DayThursday June 28•Stage Challenge Public Performance Evening - HallFriday June 29 •Stage Challenge Performance Evening •Term 2 EndsMonday July 16 •Term 3 Starts

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Careers EveningWHEN : Thursday 16 August 2012WHERE: Mahurangi College New GymnasiumTIME : 7:00pm - 8:30pmThe Careers Department is organising the Annual Careers Night for pupils and parents. There will be approximately 60 training establishments andoccupations represented, with information available on courses and careers. Representatives from the Armed Forces, and Liaison Officers from Universities and Polytechnics will be available to assist with information on courses, choices, etc. There will be information available to take away on student allowances and loans. A number of ex-pupils are attending again this year, representing various trades and careers, who will welcome inquiries.The Gym will be arranged to allow you to move around, view the displays and ask questions of individual representatives. We strongly recommend that students from all levels of the College, and parents, make use of this evening prior to subject choices and tertiary choices being made by students for next year. Members of the publicare also invited to attend to gain information about career choices and training opportunities available.M. Newlove, Careers Advisor

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Achiever of the Month: Tim Sneddon• Academic Blue for Excellence in NCEA Level 1• School Sailing Team which won the Auckland

Secondary Schools Sailing Championships• Under 19 Boys Basketball Team• Member of the School’s Sports Academy

Our Stage Challenge Planning Team have done a fantastic job of creating our story for the big night at the Aotea Centre on Friday 29 June at 7.00pm. We have a wonderful group of students who are working very well together and have been dedicated to their roles and performances.If you wish to purchase tickets, and have not done so already, contact the Edge Ticketing Service. Ticket prices are $33 (adults) and $27 (Children under 12). We will also be performing to the Community on Thursday 28 June in the hall from 6-7pm for a gold coin donation.Jane Newby, Arts Coordinator

STAGE CHALLENGE 2012 - Playing Happy Families

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Surf Life SavingAt Omaha Beach Surf Life Saving Club prize giving in April, several Mahurangi College Students who are Lifeguards, were amongst those recognised for their service to the club and the community.Recently qualified Lifeguard, Alley Bissett was awarded ‘Keenest Rookie Lifeguard’ for her enthusi-asm and dedication to training.Libby Angus, Kate Haughey, Blake Sandford and Ruby Shearing (who patrols at Muriwai), contributed more than 150 Volunteer Lifeguard Hours between them. Libby and Blake were noted as being in the top 10 hours patrolled by all Omaha Lifeguards this season.Anyone interested in training and Lifeguarding at Omaha, should contact Deb Collings – 021 0624686. Some of our Lifeguards at Omaha are in their 50’s, so you are never too old!

Mahu Life Saving Team: (left to right) - Deb Collings, Libby Angus, Kate Haughey, Ruby Shearing, Alley Bissett

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Stage Challenge 2011

State of the Arts 2011 Folio Boards, L1, 2 and 3, can be collected from The Art Department office during lunch time this month. Students work that was sent to be moderated cannot be collected yet. Any queries, please contact the Art Office on 425 8039 x 730.Term 2 is a busy term for the Arts. Ugly Shakespeare Performing Artists and Strike Percussion Group have already performed to our Year 7-10 students, and Ensemble Impact are performing to our seniors this month. These performances are a fantastic opportunityfor our students to see a live performance without having to travel, and for a minimal cost!

Help! Second Hand Uniform NeededIf you have second hand uniform you would be pre-pared to sell or donate, we would very much appreciate it. Please bring uniform items to the office or uniform shop (Mon 1-4pm & Wed 1-6pm)

Senior Girls Rugby Sevens Team

Senior Girls Rugby Sevens At the end of last term our Senior Girls Rugby Sevens team participated in the inaugural Secondary Schools Girls Sevens Tournament held in Tauranga.A squad of 11 girls – the majority of whom had never played before – under the coaching of Tangaroa Demantand Anaru Davis went into the Tournament with the goal of making semi finals.The two day tournament was rigorous – each day started at 9am and was complete by 1:30pm and the girls played a total of 9 games!The girls won four from five games on day one – the loss being to eventual winners of the tournament Feilding High. Finals day was a big day for the girls with pool play to complete followed by an intense semi against Wainuiomata. Even though we’d beaten Wainuiomata in pool play we lost the game 10 – 12.To finish 3rd and reach their goal of making the semis was an awesome effort for a team of girls who had only been together 6 weeks. Although the sevens season has finished the girls continue to train and are looking forward to the opportunity to play again!

Outstanding TextbooksREMINDER that we still have textbooks outstanding from last year and previous years. Any found books can be returned to the College office.

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Waitemata shooter Tony Brogden, formerly of Warkworth but now based in Kumeu, brought home gold for NZ at the International Grand Prix for Disabled Shooters held in Lonato, Italy, last month.

Tony Brogden, centre, on the winners’ dais in Italy.

Shooter makes it two in a row

For the second year in a row, Tony clinched the world title in the sitting category, scoring 126 from 150 over two days of competition. Runner-up Matthew Goodwin, from Great Britain, finished with 119 from 150, while the third placegetter shot 108.More than 40 disabled participants, from eight nations, competed in dedicated categories. Tony said he put in two to three months of “hard out” shooting to

prepare for Italy and is now looking forward to defending his title in Cyprus next year.He said he appreciated the support of the Brittain Wynyard Trust, which sponsored his participation.Tony is a member of the Waitemata Clay Target Club, which meets twice weekly for practise and holds competitions twice a month at its grounds in Old North Road, Kumeu. Info: www.wctc.org.nz

Silverdale United Rugby Club grounds were taken over by young players last month as the annual North Harbour Rugby Primary Schools tournament got underway.Round one of the tournament, which attracted 37 teams from 15 schools –including Kaipara Flats, Warkworth, Matakana and Snells Beach Primary– took place on May 17. Overcast, damp conditions had no affect on the enthusiasm and energy levels of the more than 400 rugby players, all from Years 3 to 6. Years 3 and 4 children played the Rippa version of the game and the Years 5 and 6 pupils played either tackle or Rippa.They were cheered from the sidelines by supporters including parents, grandparents and teachers as they took part in a series of 10-a-side games.Several students, and teachers commented that as well as being a day off school, the tournament was well run and exciting for the players.The tournament is hotly contested by teams from around the North Harbour region each year, with two further rounds to be played – one at Silverdale and the other at Mahurangi.

The top two Rippa and tackle teams from the third round will progress to the semi-finals and the final will be played as a curtain raiser for the ITM Cup at North Harbour Stadium in September.Teams from Matakana, Red Beach School, Orewa Primary, Whangaparaoa School, Wainui and Dairy Flat Primary all went undefeated so the competition is heating up and organisers say it is definitely too close to call at this stage. The next round will be held at Mahurangi on June 28.

National Rippa Tournament North Harbour Rugby is also holding a one-off primary schools tournament for mixed Rippa teams next month, which will qualify schools to take part in the Rippa Nationals Tournament in Wellington (September 16–18).One of the organisers, Jacqui Scheib from North Harbour Rugby, said the tournament is a legacy of last year’s Rippa World Cup. The winning team will have airfares, accommodation and uniforms paid to attend the Nationals. The qualifying tournament is on July 20 at North Harbour Stadium.Photos of the Silverdale tournament at www.localmatters.co.nz

Juniors ripping into rugby at North Harbour tournament


what’s onJune 2012

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1 Create Your Own Eden composting course, Wellsford, from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Info: 09 482 1172.

1 Free on-farm field day Aoroa Farms, a 517 ha (325 ha milking platform) dairy unit, to demonstrate sustainable land-use practices. Info: www.kaiparaharbour.net.nz or contact coordinator Leane Makey on email [email protected] or mobile 021 818 102.

1-4 Art Sale by local artists, Old Masonic Hall, Warkworth.2 Mangawhai Museum book fair, lots of bargains, sale starts 9am

in the new Mangawhai Museum.2&3 Special 10th year TOSSI celebration and planting, Tawharanui

Regional Park, from 9.30am. BBQ lunch included (see ad p7)2-24 Matakana Pictures 201: Images, Art Matakana, Matakana

Country Park (see story & ad p33)2-24 Food For Thought exhibition, Art Matakana (see ad p33)3 Huge clothing clearance sale, Mangawhai Village Hall, 10am to

2pm. Nothing over $5.4 Hoteo North cross country race, Hoteo North hall (see story

back page)4 Bingo, upstairs New Masonic Lodge, Baxter Street, Warkworth,

7pm. Proceeds to Warkworth Museum.4&5 Whangarei Theatre Company auditions for Dangerous Liaisons,

Riverbank Centre, Reyburn House Lane, Whangarei (Monday from 1pm-5pm; Tuesday 7pm-9pm). Info: Alison Thomson on 021 435 323.

4-10 Coeliac Awareness Week (see story p27)4-30 Warkworth Plunket Baby Photo Competition (see story p25)8 Mahurangi Warkworth Senior Citizens Association annual

meeting, 1.30pm at clubrooms, 4 Alnwick St, Warkworth. All members and new members of 50+ years welcome.

9 Sands support meeting (no children), Hibiscus Coast Community House, 10am. Contact Marie Leith 09 947 0569 or 0274426813 or [email protected]

10&11 Beef & Lamb NZ dog training course (see brief back page)12 Matakana logo design meeting (see brief p18)13 Free life skills seminar, The Bridgehouse Lodge, from 6.30pm

(see ad p20)13 Asian Marketing Senior, Ascension Wine Estate, from 5.30pm.14 World Blood Donor Day (see brief p7, trades & service

directory)16 Auckland Mayor visits Wellsford (see story p15)20 Puhoi Historical Society meets Puhoi Museum records room,

7.30pm. All welcome. Museum winter hours are Sat & Sun, 1pm-4pm.

21 Forest & Bird talk – Christine Rose, conservation campaigner for Maui’s dolphin – the facts and where to from here? Totara Park Village Hall Warkworth, starts 7.30pm.

23 Alto, presented by Warkworth Music Society, Mahurangi College Hall, 4pm (see ad p34)

23 Grand Victorian Steampunk event, raising money for Hospice, featuring Victorian games, music and dancing, from 2pm to 10pm, Puhoi Village (see brief p31)

25 Landowners and Contractors Protection Assn annual meeting, Wellsford Community Centre, at 7pm. Guest speaker Rodney MP Mark Mitchell. Info: www.lcpa.org.nz or phone 422 1970

27 Otamatea High School Festival of Arts featuring drama, music, kapa haka and photography and fine art exhibitions. Starts 7.30pm.

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Taekwon-do played a major part in boosting Adam Herbison’s self-esteem, helping him to overcome school bullying and go on to become a gold medalist and instructor in the sport.

Gold medallist instructor kicks off taekwon-do clubA first dan blackbelt and qualified personal trainer, currently studying physiotherapy at AUT, Adam is keen to share the benefits of the sport with others through a new club based at Warkworth Primary School.Brought up in Matakana, Adam took up taekwon-do for self defence as a 17-year-old at a Red Beach club. Now 21, he has won gold and silver in national competitions, and in April claimed the Oceania middleweight champion title.Jungshin Warkworth Taekwon-do is affiliated with a number of other clubs run by instructors around Auckland and teaches the original ITF (International Taekwon-do Federation) style of the global martial art as opposed to the WTF (World Taekwon-do Federation) form as practised at the Olympics.Adam says ITF uses both punches and kicks as opposed to just kicks used in

the WTF form, and has a stronger focus on theory, history and the moral aspects of the sport. Known for its dynamic flying kicks, it is well-established nationally and internationally, including recognition by Sport NZ (formerly SPARC) and Kiwisport and inclusion in NCEA Level 3 physical education achievement standards.Although there is contact, safety equipment is mandatory and no-one is seriously injured, he says. Sparring is not full contact and other competition options focus on patterns, destruction (board breaking) and specialty kicks.Adam says students are banned from using their skills aggressively and tenets of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit play an important part in training. Despite his experience of being bullied

at school, he says he has never had to use his taekwon-do skills outside of competition.“As I was learning I got more confident that could fight if I had to. Then I didn’t actually need to fight and learned to avoid confrontation completely.” Classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays and are suitable for everyone from six years up. Parents are invited to learn alongside their kids or in separate adult classes and prospective students are welcome to try out a class for free.Club administrator, 20-year-old Natasha Jones, recently became a taekwon-do student herself and says the sport is great for females, boosting strength, flexibility, confidence and self-defence skills.Info: visit www.jungshin.co.nz or www.ITKD.co.nz

Oceania middleweight

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Adam Herbison plans to share

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Hoteo North runWellsford Road Runners will host the annual Hoteo North Cross Country Race on Queen’s Birthday, Monday, June 4. The race will start from the Hoteo North Hall, on SH16 just west of Wellsford, and do a circuit of local farms. Different length races will be run for different age groups, ranging from one-kilometre to six-kilometres. The age groups include under 10s, under 13s, under 15s, under 17s, under 20s, seniors and veterans. There will be cash spot prizes for under 17s. Organisers say those who would like to walk the various courses are also welcome. Participants are asked to be at the hall by 11.30am. Info: Phone 423 7191.

Dog training in KaiwakaBeef and Lamb NZ is running a free two-day dog training course for sheep and beef farmers, which will be held in Otioro Road, Kaiwaka, on Sunday and Monday, June 10 and 11. Info: Thomas Creswell 027 489 7343 or [email protected]

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