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For the Home: with Home Fabrics, Takapuna

A Nudge in the Right Direction

I was ‘baching’ last week whilst Bad Jelly was away visiting family. I missed her a lot but had carefully planned my last night and day of freedom. There was to be a nice bottle of red, Lance O’Sullivan’s book, The Good Doctor, curled up by the fire for a quiet night at home. Then on Sunday I would get up early and take the boat for a run to Waiheke…alone. Spending the morning drinking coffee and reading each of the Sunday papers, cover to cover, in peace. Bliss. I was just settling down by the fire when Daughter Number Two rang to see if I was lonely, and if I would like to join them for a pizza. I felt like saying: “No! I’m bloody not lonely! I have plans! I have a life!” But instead I found myself divulging all my secret plans, asking them to bring the pizza and their three children to our house, stay the night and inviting them to join the Sunday cruise. Madness! My quiet night became a shambles of hi-jinx with the kids and my breakfast cruise quickly had Master Two, pushing my hand from the wheel as he insisted on driving the boat ,whilst his seven-year-old sister gave me a severe telling off for letting a twoyear-old have the controls and making her feel very unsafe and uncomfortable.

…sometimes you need a little nudge to get you out of your comfort zone and opt for a change of plans that work out far better in the end. It was a fantastic, fun day and I very much enjoyed spending spontaneous time with my daughter and her little menagerie. It just shows that sometimes you need a little nudge to get you out of your comfort zone and opt for a change of plans that work out far better in the end. For more than 58 years that’s what the design team at Home Fabrics have been doing for our clients. We have been visiting clients in their homes and helping them develop their own ideas into beautiful window coverings and furnishings. Not only do we advise on colours, but also fabric style, suitability, the most suitable type window covering, insulation qualities and the best possible solution to their décor needs. We offer in-home advice on blinds, custom-made bedding, cushions and re-upholstering of furniture. We offer this experience at

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Sunday ArtFusions - Exhibition of New Zealand Art Carmel College, 10am-3pm

Takapuna Markets (Every Sunday)

Monday

Takapuna central Car park, 6am

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Dementia Social Group

Tuesdayday

St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Road Car park, 6am – noon

Bowls

The Baby & Kids Market

60’s Up Indoor Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm

Takapuna Primary School, 9am-12noon

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Make Your Own Lollipop at The Old Lolly Shop

Yin Yoga with Marney Schaumann

Parkway Arcade, Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, 9am, $4.00

The Yoga Shed, The Yoga Shed, Bayswater, 8-9:15pm Visit www.marney-schaumann.com

Pregnancy Yoga with Marika - $10 The Rose Centre, 9:30am

Wednesday

August

Crystal Visions Holistic Market

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-4pm

Takapuna Markets (Every Sunday) Takapuna central Car park, 6am

Browns Bay Market

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Dementia Social Group (Every Monday) St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am

Anzac Road Car park, 6am – noon

Takapuna Senior Citizens (Every Tuesday)

Indoor bowls and Rummikub 9.45am to noon The Strand, Takapuna. Contact Maurice 489 8430

North Shore Bays Scrabble Club (Every Tuesday)

Pregnancy Yoga with Marika - $10

Bowls (Every Monday)

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm

Inverness Room, Council Building, Glen Rd, Browns Bay Contact Ann 0276778272 9.15am-1.15pm

Crystal Visions Holistic Market

60’s Up Indoor Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-4pm

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Scrabble (Every Tuesday)

Pick & Mix - Jam Bus Recording Studio with Play It Strange

Yin Yoga with Marney Schaumann

The Rose Centre, 9:30am

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9:15am

Yoga for Mums and Pre-schoolers (Every Tuesday)

The Yoga Shed, The Yoga Shed, Bayswater, 8-9:15pm Visit www.marney-schaumann.com

Bruce Mason Centre, 10:30am-12:30pm, FREE

Mairangi Arts Centre, 5th-9th August

Yoga Classes with Linda Tjoen (Every Wednesday)

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 11am

Fairy Ballet with Made to Move (Every Wednesday)

Devonport Community House 2pm. $7 a lesson. Contact Chloe 0212920252. www.madetomovedance.com

Yogi Kids - Fun Yoga Journeys for 4-6s & 7-10s

Devonport Community House, 1:15pm-2pm

Artspace, Mt Vic, Devonport 3.45-4.30pm & 4.45-5.45pm www.YOGIKIDS.co.nz (Every Wednesday In August)

North Shore Twilight Croquet - 6pm (Every Tuesday)

Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club (Every Weds)

North Shore Croquet Club, Devonport, $10 bring salad plate

Devonport Craft & Fine Food Market

Energy Uptake Exhibition

Campbell’s Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm

Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence Street, 10am-2pm

Takapuna Markets (Every Sunday) Takapuna central Car park, 6am

Browns Bay Market

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Dementia Social Group

St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am

Anzac Road Car park, 6am – noon Parkway Arcade, Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, 9am, $4.00

Pick & Mix - Circus Fun with The Dust Palace

St Leo's Church Hall, 2 Albert Rd, Devonport, 11:15-1:15pm

60’s Up Indoor Bowls

The Kennedy Park WWII Trust Tunnel Opening

Yin Yoga with Marney Schaumann

Bruce Mason Centre, 10th-12th Aug, 7:30pm, Door sales only

Takapuna Markets (Every Sunday) Takapuna central Car park, 6am

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Road Car park, 6am – noon

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Dementia Social Group

St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am

Auckland Vintage Jazz Society

Takapuna Boating Club, 7pm-9:30pm

Family Yoga Workshop - Come and have some great family fun and learning! Artspace on Mt Vic. Bookings at www.YOGIKIDS.co.nz Michaela 021 229 0197 The Rose Centre, 2pm-4pm

Vast Interior, 113 Wairau Road, 4-6pm, $20 Tickets

Takapuna Markets (Every Sunday) Takapuna central Car park, 6am

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Road Car park, 6am – noon Parkway Arcade, Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, 9am, $4.00

Pregnancy Yoga with Marika - $10 The Rose Centre, 9:30am

Crystal Visions Holistic Market

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-4pm

Beach Haven Community Centre, 10:15am (every Wednesday)

Tai Chi For Beginners (Every Tuesday)

Artspace, Mt Vic, Devonport 3.45-4.30pm & 4.45-5.45pm www.YOGIKIDS.co.nz (Every Wednesday In August)

Tai Chi For Beginners (Every Tuesday)

Hay Fever - a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

St. Margarets 151 Lake Road, Belmont 7.30pm. $10 a lesson. Chloe 0212920252 www.madetomovedance.com

Takapuna Senior Citizens

Indoor bowls and Rummikub 9.45am to noon The Strand, Takapuna. Contact Maurice 489 8430

Peggy Pearl Knitters Group (Every Wednesday) Devonport Community House, 10:30am-12pm

English Conversation Group

Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm

Yogi Kids - Fun Yoga Journeys for 4-6s & 7-10s

60’s Up Indoor Bowls

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS (Every Tuesday)

Women supporting women & girls

North Shore Twilight Croquet - 6pm (Every Tuesday)

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Dementia Social Group Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm

60’s Up Indoor Bowls

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Yin Yoga with Marney Schaumann

The Yoga Shed, The Yoga Shed, Bayswater, 8-9:15pm Visit www.marney-schaumann.com

Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club (Every Weds)

North Shore Croquet Club, Devonport, $10 bring salad plate

Campbell’s Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm

Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel Coward The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

Takapuna Senior Citizens

Indoor bowls and Rummikub 9.45am to noon The Strand, Takapuna. Contact Maurice 489 8430

North Shore Bays Scrabble Club

Inverness Room, Council Building, Glen Rd, Browns Bay Contact Ann 0276778272 9.15am-1.15pm

Simon Kerr: He Starts Walking Down the Road to Get It All Exhibition The Depot Artspace, 26th Aug-16th Sep English Conversation Group Peggy Pearl Knitters Group

Yoga for Mums and Pre-schoolers

Yoga Classes with Linda Tjoen

Devonport Community House, 1:15pm-2pm

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 11am

Adults DanceFit with Made to Move (Every Tuesday)

YOGI KIDS - Fun Yoga Journeys for 4-6s & 7-10s

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm

St. Margarets 151 Lake Road, Belmont 7.30pm. $10 a lesson. Contact chloe 0212920252 www.madetomovedance.com

Devonport - 20 Victoria Road • Takapuna - 491 Lake Road Milford - Milford Shopping Centre • Birkenhead - 8 Birkenhead Ave Link Drive - 4 Link Drive • Glenfield - 409 Glenfield Road Browns Bay - 41 Clyde Rd • Albany - Northridge Plaza, 136 Don Mckinnon Drive

Beach Haven Community Centre, 10:15am

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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 11am Artspace, Mt Vic, Devonport 3.45-4.30pm & 4.45-5.45pm www.YOGIKIDS.co.nz (Every Wednesday In August)

Sunnynook Community Centre, 6:15pm

Beach Haven Community Centre, 10:15am (every Wednesday)

Yoga Classes with Linda Tjoen

Bruce Mason Centre, 10:30am-12:30pm, FREE

Yogi Kids - Fun Yoga Journeys for 4-6s & 7-10s

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS (Every Tuesday)

Bruce Mason Centre, 11am

St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am

Make Your Own Lollipop at The Old Lolly Shop

English Conversation Group (Every Wednesday)

Inverness Room, Council Building, Glen Rd, Browns Bay Contact Ann 0276778272 9.15am-1.15pm

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 11am

Cards 500 or Canasta (Every Tuesday)

North Shore Bays Scrabble Club

Dinner meeting, 6:30pm. Guest speaker Professor Shirley Randall. Call Gail on 021686516.

Project Perth: KETZ-KE'S SPRING 2015 Launch

Yoga Classes with Linda Tjoen

Morning Melodies

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Hay Fever - a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward

Peggy Pearl Knitters Group (Every Wednesday)

Devonport Community House, 10:30am-12pm

Adults DanceFit with Made to Move (Every Tuesday)

Russian National Ballet Theatre

The Rose Centre, 2pm-4pm

2+ Mini-Movers with Made to Move (Every Tuesday)

Sunnynook Community Centre, 6:15pm

The Yoga Shed, The Yoga Shed, Bayswater, 8-9:15pm

Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel Coward

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Kennedy Park, Castor Bay, 11am-2pm Please bring a torch and optional gold coin donation

Sunnynook Community Hall, 11am

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm

Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm

Bruce Mason Centre, 10:30am-12:30pm, FREE

Beginners Tai Chi For Health (Every Tuesday) Devonport Community House 9.15am. $7 a lesson. Chloe 0212920252 www.madetomovedance.com

Devonport Garden Club

Make Your Own Lollipop at The Old Lolly Shop

Pick and Mix: Digital Puppetry

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Devonport Community House, 10:30am-12pm

Artspace, Mt Vic, Devonport 3.45-4.30pm & 4.45-5.45pm www.YOGIKIDS.co.nz (Every Wednesday In August)

August 2015

Community Calendar This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for Community Events. If you would like to include your event please email details to: ella@benefitz.co.nz

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

The GreatBay Art Sale Mairangi Farmers Market

Lake Arts Centre, 1st-23rd August GreenHouse Gables, 8am

Mairangi BayWeekly Farmers Market Browns Bay Circus Skills Workshop Green 8amReserve, 11am-1pm BrownsGables, Bay Grass

Hobsonville Point Farmers Market

Inside an old seaplane hangar down at The Landing (next to Hobsonville Point ferry terminal), Sat & Sun 9am-1pm

Crystal Visions Holistic Market

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-4pm

Zonta Explore Auckland Walk

Chelsea & Chatswood - Call Gail 021686516

Dementia Social Group

Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am

60’s Up Exercises Devonport Toy Library - 700+ toys available for hire

Methodist Takapuna, 10am CommunityChurch House,Hall, Devonport, 9am-10:30am (babies to 8yrs)

Shore Seniors 60’s UpTenpin Exercises

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am 10am

Takapuna(Every Rumikub SeniorFriday) Citizens,

Milford Senior Scrabble Fridays Citizens 9.45am-noon Hall, 9am The Strand, Takapuna Contact Elise 4438554

Song & Story YOGA - Fun Yoga Journeys 2.5-4 years "Made to Move" Preschool Devonport Community House,dance 9.15amand movement class,

2 - 5years. $7 per lesson. Held at Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall, Takapuna Senior Citizens (Every9.15-9.45am Friday) (Every Friday) Auburn Street Reserve, Takapuna. Scrabble Fridays, The Strand, 9.45am-noon

"Made to Move" Preschool ballet for 3/4years. $7 per lesson. 2+ Mini-movers with MoveReserve, (EveryTakapuna FRI) 10 Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall,Made AuburntoStreet

Keep Fit Shore Tenpin Seniors

Milford Citizens Hall, 10:30am ExtremeSenior Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Taitamariki Girl guides hall 0212920252 9.15am. $7 (Every a lesson. 10.30am Contact Chloe Pryor Friday) Contact chloe 0212920252. www.madetomovedance.com

Keep Fit

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am

The Great Art Sale Lake House Arts Centre, 1st-23rd August

Takapuna Grammar School: Works on Paper 2015 Mairangi Bay Farmers Market The Depot Artspace, Green Gables, 8am Small Dog Gallery opening, 2pm Exhibition runsWeekly from 8th-26th AugustWorkshop Browns Bay Circus Skills

Browns Bay Grass Reserve, From the Peninsula to the11am-1pm Islands: Takapuna Grammar School Charity Exhibition The Depot Artspace, 8th-26th August

Milford Village Markets

Milford Town Centre, 10am-2pm

Rumikub Milford Yoga Classes Senior Citizens with Linda Hall,Tjoen 9am Milford & Senior classes Mums Bubs:Citizens Movie Hall, and 5Hot Drinkfor for$40, just9am $12

Sophie Elliot Foundation fundraising dinner

Roller Coasters. All 55-up welcome. (Every Friday) Bowls

The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

Royal NZ Yacht Squadron Call Gail 021686516 Zonta North Shore, 6:30pm

Takapuna Senior Hall, 5 classes Every Friday, The Citizens Vic, Devonport, 11am for $40, 12noon

Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel Coward

Hay Fever a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward The Rose Centre, 8th-16th August

Tenpin Bowling at Xtreme Entertainment Centre, 12:30pm Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm

Dementia Art Exhibition Social by Group Caith Mitchell

Mairangi The Poynton BayTakapuna Presbyterian Church, 10am

60’s Up Exercises Dementia Social Group

Every Friday, The Citizens Vic, Devonport, 11am for $40, 12noon Takapuna Senior Hall, 5 classes

Keep Fit Shore Tenpin Seniors

Bowls Roller Coasters. All 55-up welcome. (Every Friday)

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm Tenpin Bowling at Xtreme Entertainment Centre, 12:30pm

Keep Fit

Community House,Hall, Devonport, 9am-10:30am (babies to 8yrs) Methodist Church Takapuna, 10am

60’s Exercises ShoreUpTenpin Seniors

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am 10am Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield,

Shore Tenpin Seniors Keep Fit

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am

Keep Fit

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am

Takapuna Rumikub Senior Citizens,

ScrabbleSenior Fridays 9.45am-noon Milford Citizens Hall, 9am The Strand,Senior Takapuna Contact Elise 4438554 Takapuna Citizens,

2 - 5years. $7 per lesson. Held at Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall, 2+ Mini-movers with Takapuna. Made to Move (Every Friday) Auburn Street Reserve, 9.15-9.45am Taitamariki Girl guides hall 9.15am. $7 a lesson. "Made Move" Preschool ballet for 3/4years. $7 per lesson. Contacttochloe 0212920252. www.madetomovedance.com Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall, Auburn Street Reserve, Takapuna 10 Yoga Classes Tjoen 10.30am Contactwith ChloeLinda Pryor 0212920252 Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 9am Rumikub Takapuna Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 12noon Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am

Bowls Mums Bubs:Citizens Movie Hall, and 1pm Hot Drink for just $12 Milford & Senior

Melbourne Ballet Company - Infinite Space

Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel Coward Bowls

Mairangi Bay Farmers Market Green Gables, 8am

Browns Bay Weekly Circus Skills Workshop Crystal Visions Holistic Market

Browns Senior Bay Grass Reserve, Milford Citizens Hall, 11am-1pm 10am-4pm

Silly Cow, The Rose Centre, Belmont, Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel8pm Coward

(every evening 18th - 22nd). Bookings: 09 445 9900 The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm info@rosecentre.co.nz

Melbourne Ballet Company - Infinite Space Bruce Mason Centre, 20th & 21st August, 7:30pm

The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm

60’s Up Exercises Devonport Toy Library - 700+ toys available for hire

Methodist Church Takapuna, 10am Community House,Hall, Devonport, 9am-10:30am (babies to 8yrs)

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am

'The Landing', Seaplane Hangar (opp Hobsonville Ferry Terminal) Hay Fever a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward 9am to 1pm,-Website: www.hobsonvillepointfarmersmarket.co.nz The Rose 8pm-10pm Phone: 021Centre, 209 1758

Every Friday, The Vic, Devonport, 11am

Bruce Mason Centre, 20th & 21st August, 7:30pm

Keep Fit

"Made Move"The Preschool dance and movement class, ScrabbletoFridays, Strand, 9.45am-noon

The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

Hay Fever - a 1920's Comedy by Noel Coward

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, 10am

Launch event forMarket newly relocated Hobsonville Point The Pumphouse Day Farmers Park Market Killarney Takapuna, 9am-1pm

The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

Devonport Toy Library - 700+ toys available for hire 60’s Up Exercises

Keep ShoreFit Tenpin Seniors

Hay Fever - a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward

The Rose Centre, 8pm-10pm

Extreme Centre, Glenfield, MethodistEntertainment Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am 10am

Browns BayArtisan WeeklyMarket Circus Skills Workshop Birkenhead

4pm, The Poynton, RSVP: To 1pm Gail on 09 488 5710, Free event, Milford Senior Citizens Hall, exhibition open for 1 month – call Gail to view.

Hay Fever - a 1920's comedy by Noel Coward

ShoreUpTenpin Seniors 60’s Exercises

Green Gables, 8am

The Poynton Art Show Opening Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am

Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am

Mairangi Bay Farmers Market Browns Bay Grass Reserve, Highbury Community House,11am-1pm 9am-1pm

Yoga Classes with Linda Tjoen Mums &Senior Bubs:Citizens Movie Hall, and 5Hot Drinkfor for$40, just9am $12 Milford classes

Extreme Entertainment Centre, Glenfield, Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am 10am

Dementia Social Group

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am

ShoreUpTenpin Seniors 60’s Exercises

Mairangi Mairangi Bay Bay Presbyterian Presbyterian Church, Church, 10am 10am

ScrabbleSenior Fridays 9.45am-noon Milford Citizens Hall, 9am The Strand,Senior Takapuna Contact Elise 4438554 Takapuna Citizens,

Rumikub Scrabble Fridays, The Strand, 9.45am-noon

MethodistBay Church Hall, Takapuna, Mairangi Presbyterian Church,10am 10am

Dementia Dementia Social Social Group Group

Takapuna Rumikub Senior Citizens,

Takapuna Senior ArtFusions - Exhibition Citizens, of New Zealand Art Carmel College, Scrabble FridaysPreview 9.45am-noon Eveneing, 6pm, $40 The Strand, Takapuna Contact Elise 4438554

Rumikub "Made to Move" Preschool dance and movement class, Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am 2 - 5years. $7 per lesson. Held at Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall, Takapuna Senior Citizens, Auburn Street Reserve, Takapuna. 9.15-9.45am Scrabble Fridays, The Strand, 9.45am-noon

"Made to Move" Preschool ballet for 3/4years. $7 per lesson. Yoga Classes with Linda TjoenStreet Reserve, Takapuna 10 Taitamariki Girl Guides Hall, Auburn Milford Hall,0212920252 5 classes for $40, 9am 10.30amSenior ContactCitizens Chloe Pryor Takapuna Senior Citizens Hall, 5 classes for $40, 12noon

Rumikub Roller Coasters. All 55-up welcome. (Every Friday) Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am Tenpin Bowling at Xtreme Entertainment Centre, 12:30pm Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12

Australian & NZ Printmakers: Mairangi Bay Farmers MarketThinking of Place The Depot Artspace, Green Gables, 8am 29th Aug-16th Sep Nyle Major: thingsCircus to all Skills NatureWorkshop Browns BayAll Weekly The Depot 29th Aug-16th Browns BayArtspace, Grass Reserve, 11am-1pmSep Blue Black, Desi Liversage & Liz Fea: Three Lazy Gardeners Exhibition The Depot Artspace, 29th Aug-16th Sep Mairangi Bay Farmers Market

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Green Gables, 8am

ArtFusions - Exhibition of New Zealand Art Carmel College, 10am-6pm

Every Friday, The Vic, Devonport, 11am

Bowls

ArtFusions - Exhibition of New Zealand Art Carmel College, August 28th-30th

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm

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CONTENTS Cover Feature

Eating Out

Feature Restaurant: Madam Woo

Feature Restaurant: Bird on a Wire

Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre Opens on the Shore

20 Eating Out: Restaurant Listings

Features 06 I've Been Positively Thinking 25

Shop the Shore for Father's Day

50 Channel People - I Love Where I Live: Saskia Thornton 54 Channel People - Community Gem: Clare Montgomery 60 Channel People - I Love My Sport: Harri Adams 67 Channel Feature: Transport Spotlight 84 Channel Youth: Teen Focus 94 Channel People - I Love What I Do: Beck Wheeler 101 Channel Feature: Brendan Thomas and The Vibes

Takapuna Beach 32

Beach Access with the TBBA

42 Shop in Takapuna

Milford

84 Milford News

Devonport 96 Devonport News

Arts 16

The Vic

108 Lake House Arts Centre 109 Northart 110 The PumpHouse

103 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton

111 Rose Centre

136 The Channel Crossword

Education

112 Kristin School

Out & About

114 Pinehurst School

02 BNZ Community Calendar

116 Westlake Boys' High School

07 Out & About on the Shore

118 Westlake Girls' High School 120 Long Bay College 122 Takapuna Grammar 123 Rosmini College

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From the Editor

Janet Marshall

Claudia Renford, Heather Vermeer, Crystal Sharp, and Aidan Bennett.

The Shore’s Coming Along Swimmingly... Never being far from the water is one of the aspects of life on the Shore that I love, as do so many people. Swimming is such a prerequisite skill to have here, and, wisely, is a priority for many parents and schools to teach their children. There is now another attractive option for getting into the water in our area with the opening of the impressive Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre in Mairangi Bay. This fabulous new facility is world class and is going to provide swimming opportunities for the youngest beginner through to Olympic level competitors. Aidan has put together a great feature for this issue on this new AUT Millennium project, as teased on our beautiful blue cover this month. Great progress is being made on another world class project, which Channel got behind with a cover feature last June. Our publisher Aidan has been heavily involved in helping generous donors Jackie Kerridge and Chris Reeve make this playground dream a reality. I know many people will be delighted to have such a top class facility – for all the family – in Takapuna next summer. I met X Factor New Zealand finalists Brendon Thomas and the Vibes ahead of this issue to see what’s been happening for them since their success on the hit TV show. They were ecstatic to have been signed to Sony Music just days after we met – another big Shore music talent to listen out for.

We introduce more new contributors to our evergrowing magazine, including a new youth feature to be written by a member of Takapuna Grammar School’s Journalism Club each month. Not that there’s not enough young blood in our Channel team, of course! Father’s Day lands early next month so we thought we’d give you an early heads up of some gorgeous gift ideas for you to buy locally in plenty of time for that special day on Sunday September 7th. Enjoy August on the Shore.

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FRIENDS REUNITED? Last month I was contacted by a reader who is keen to reconnect with an old friend of hers. Carleen Jones (nee Ross) believes an old friend she worked in London with during the 1980s, Gwyneth Helleur, now lives in Torbay and likely reads Channel, but she has lost contact with her. Carleen is keen to get back in touch with you Gwyneth! If you read this Gwyneth, or if any readers know her, please email me at: heather@channelmag.co.nz

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I've Been (positively) Thinking…

TAKAPUNA BEACH

PLAYGROUND

Lighthouse

An impressive large lighthouse – similar to this artists impression – will be a stand-out feature of the world class playground being built at Takapuna Beach.

I’ve Been (positively)

Thinking... By Aidan Bennett aidan@benefitz.co.nz Twitter: @AidanLBennett

Thinking about a fantastic playground for Takapuna This month I’ve been thinking about the fantastic playground that’s on its way for Takapuna. It will be built by Christmas this year. It was around a year ago that I discovered the amazing gesture that local Takapuna couple Jackie Kerridge and Chris Reeve were making – to underwrite the development of an all ages and abilities playground on Gould Reserve. I discovered this after seeing a notice on their beach-front property. It was something that I was determined to get in behind. I also discovered that Jackie and Chris shared a passion for building not just any playground, but the best playground in the country. They had spent hours and hours visiting playgrounds all over the country, studying and researching the best features. They had become experts and their grandchildren had enjoyed the journey along the way! Twelve months on I am a trustee of the project and working with a small team of energetic locals to help Jackie and Chris bring this to reality. It is a thrill that the local board has got in behind the project as well and that we'll see the playground built this side of Christmas. While the generosity of Jackie and Chris has taken away the financial risk of the project, we are still looking for others who wish to contribute so they don’t end up funding it all on their own. These may be businesses, families or private individuals who share our goal of this much-needed playground for Takapuna. The opportunities include sponsoring individual items or just making a donation towards this

community driven project. If you are interested please feel free to contact me. Donations can also be made via our Takapuna Beach Playground Charitable Trust "Give a Little" page:- https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/takaplayground

It is a thrill that the local board has got in behind the project as well that will see the playground built this side of Christmas.

Thinking about adding to our team at Channel… We are also looking to add to our team at Channel Magazine. We are looking for multi-talented people who want to work on our tight-knit team that brings this monthly magazine and website to life. You won’t get rich but you will have loads of fun! This will be an interesting part-time/contract role (2-3 days a week that can fit in with school hours) that would suit a person who may have had children and is looking to come back into the workforce. That person will need to be able to write good copy, take photos and also get involved in selling commercial opportunities to advertisers. It is a real ‘people role’ that will also include delivering magazines to businesses within our distribution area once a month. Interested people will also need to have their own vehicle. If you are interested feel free to contact me at any time. The sooner the better! Have a great August!

I want your positive feedback... Send your positive feedback to me. We are interested in interacting with readers. Email me... aidan@benefitz.co.nz or send to Channel Feedback, PO Box 33-1630, Takapuna.

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Out & About on the Shore

MID WINTER CHRISTMAS

The Commons celebrated mid-winter Christmas with the second installment of their Saturday Night Live events, this time featuring "The B Band" in the courtyard. Tickets were a bargain at just $10 and an awesome night was had by all... Look out for the next one on August 15th when they celebrate their 3rd birthday with Jason Kerrison (Opshop) and The Jordan Luck Trio (The Exponents).Tickets, just $20, on sale now. Also on debut that night was The Commons Restaurant's new "Feasting Menu", designed for groups of eight or more, and served family style for just $75 per head.

Mark Newcombe, Greer Baker, Rosank Sao Pedro and Brad S.

Rochelle Horne and Todd Painter.

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Paul and Vicki Jervis, Lesleigh and Robert Johnson and Jo Iremonger.

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Hannah and David Young.

Karlene Brady and Shane Maddren.

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NORTH HARBOUR CLUB LEXUS LADIES' LEADERSHIP LUNCH Inspirational ladies in leadership roles took to the stage at the latest North Harbour Club event held at The Spencer on Byron Hotel in mid-July. Shore-based TV star and musician Shane Cortese MC'ed the Lexus Ladies Leadership Lunch, with speeches from rower Juliette Drysdale, independent director Jan Dawson, self-named lipstick company founder Karen Murrell and Westlake Girls' High School Principal Roz Mexted. Guests were treated to pre-lunch hair styling, make up try outs and bubbles. A raffle followed the stunning three-course lunch to raise funds for the North Harbour Club's AIMES Awards fund that enables young Shore people achieving excellence to pursue their dreams.

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Carolyn Skilling, Leanne Wallace, Lisa Hill.

Kathryn Morrison, Ashleigh McNaughton, Stefanie Mills, Binty Bringans.

Heather Vermeer, Claudia Renford, Michelle and Aidan Bennett.

Susan Kidston, Julia Doap, Michelle Mattheson.

Kate Luxton, Sue Fleischl, Martina Lutz, Anna-Grete Videbeck, Wendy Helas.

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QUIRKY FUN WITH GRANDMA MCGARVEY AT THE PUMPHOUSE Much-loved New Zealand books by Jenny Hessell and Joy Watson have come to life on stage with Tim Bray's production of Grandma McGarvey with Grandpa's Slippers. The whacky and adventurous life of Grandma McGarvey - whose pastimes include bungy jumping! - was well portrayed with a stellar cast and production. Toe-tapping songs and delightful dancing pleased the opening night audience, who enjoyed watching the hilarity unfold. Another quality local theatre treat!

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Jason and Austin Poyner.

Oscar Renford, Gus Grooby and Ava Renford.

Bonnie Horne, Powhiri Rika-Heke and Ruth Lumsden.

Deacon, Cameron, Piper and Debbie Harrison.

Ayla and Megan Llewellyn, Anna and Karen Covic.

Korban and Karen McKinlay.

Katrina, Cooper, Milla and Mark Langford.

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THE LADIES 'KILL IT' AT THE ROSE CENTRE Singing sensations, The Lady Killers have been celebrating 10 years of entertaining New Zealanders with their 'In the Neighbourhood’ Tour. Shore residents were the lucky ticket holders for their first gig, which kicked off the tour at The Rose Centre, Belmont. Cover songs, including tunes by Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmy Lou Harris, were highlights in the first half of the show, followed by dancing tunes with special guest Annie Crummer in the second half. Their re-make of Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' was clearly a crowd favourite!

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Out & About on the Shore

MADAM WOO WOWS TAKAPUNA The long-awaited opening of Madam Woo in Takapuna did not disappoint. Masterchef Josh Emett and his attentive team greeted guests at the official opening on July 15th. Tasty teasers of the food and drinks that will be on offer were shared at the transformed Lake Road site, which stretches through to Hurstmere Road. Josh and his business partner Fleur Caulton gave speeches to the captivated crowd who all seemed to love the first experience of Madam Woo outside of Queenstown. Another welcome wow factor to the Shore!

Claudia Renford, Josh Emett and Heather Vermeer.

Dave and Stella Tetro and Vanessa Donaldson.

Berni and Earl Tipene, Wendy and Greg Jefferson.

Nerida Cortese and Nikki Bould.

Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton.

Lesley Simpson, Sonia McEwan, Anna Wishart, Giovanna Esposito.

Matt Casey, Paul Byrnes and Sir Stephen Tindall.

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Out & About on the Shore

ANATOMY POETRY BOOK LAUNCH Young writer Jamie Trower recently returned to Wilson Home, where he spent two years in rehabilitation after a skiing accident that left him in a coma at the age of nine, to launch his own book of poetry. 'Anatomy' is a collection of poems inspired by Shore resident Jamie's remarkable road to recovery, the disabilities he faced and how these have been perceived by himself and others. Former New Zealand Poet Laureate Michele Leggott was among guests at the event held on July 16th to mark the official launch of 21-year-old University of Auckland student Jamie's work, which has been published by Makaro.

Jo Trower, Avalon Fraser, Sharyn Gruzelier, Andrea Gray.

Mitchell Potts, Robyn and Barry Brown.

Alan Trower, Judt Stewart, Penny Trower.

Brooke Miller, Marti Aproot, Ane Van Zyl.

Mary McCallum, Michele Leggott, Tess Redgrave.

Heather Vermeer, Jamie Trower, Penny Trower.

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MARGARITA MASTERCLASS AT MEXICO! The tequila was flowing at Mexico, Takapuna, when guests were invited to celebrate the vibrant venue's recent function room facelift with a 'Margarita Masterclass'. In the colourful surroundings upstairs at this Takapuna favourite eating out spot, the Mexico team talked guests through the art of making the perfect cocktail. Delicious nachos nibbles and guacomole were among the flavoursome food offered to balance out the spirit-heavy drinks. Mexico offers these 'masterclasses' to groups wishing to celebrate an occasion with friends or family, or to companies wishing to indulge in a fun teambuilding experience. Ariba!

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Madam Woo: Takapuna

TURBOCHARGING THE GASTRONOMIC REJUVENATION OF TAKAPUNA By now I am sure most will have heard the buzz about the new Madam Woo restaurant in Takapuna. Auckland's version of the popular Queenstown eatery is now open and it’s pumping. The neat thing for Takapuna is it appears that it’s not just locals enjoying the place – the new entry is drawing in people from wide and far. The success Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton have had with their Queenstown eatery since opening in late 2013 has clearly set great foundations for the entry of Madam Woo to Auckland. This was probably best summed up in the recent Herald review, saying "Now Madam Woo will turbocharge the gastronomic rejuvenation of Takapuna”. Before going to the Takapuna restaurant I was a Madam Woo virgin. The restaurant opened on Lake Road (beside the Anzac Street Carpark) in mid-July, and by the end of July I had been three times – twice for dinner and once for lunch. It’s fair to say I am hooked on the “big, fresh flavours inspired by traditional Malaysian hawker food” and can endorse the fact that Josh and Fleur have created a "vibrant, fun and modern setting”. In fact it is hard to imagine that only a month or two ago the space was the neglected former home of a discount retail chain that apart from the odd ‘pop-up’ had been empty for some years. What they have done with the space is sensational. Customers are clearly loving it. The food is a great fit for ‘beachy’ Takapuna. The menu caters for both lunch and dinner with most dishes to share. The day a group of us went along for lunch we chose to share the smaller items such as the Pork and Lup Cheong Wontons; Tiger Prawn Dumplings; Pork and Prawn Sui Mai; Suker Spiced Sticky Chicken; Grilled Satay’s. All delish. The four of us also shared four of the Roti Canai Style Hawker Rolls – Pulled Sticky Pork; Percik Chicken; Soy, Sesame Eggplant; Sweet and Sour Fish. These are super crisp and tasty, with the roti being similar in taste to a croissant, yum! There is really something for everyone on the menu, but I can see the smaller eats (Xiao Chi) being popular for lunch. Very good value with most items priced at no more than $14. The main dishes on the menu are split into two sections – 'Woo Family Favourites' and dishes they call 'Big Flavours’. Most are to be shared.

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During our two dinner visits we managed to taste most of them. Four dishes make up the Woo Family Favourites – Prawn and Pork Fried Rice Noodles; Chicken Curry; Beef Rendang; Market Fish Curry. Tasty dishes to share accompanied by rice, roti, dahl or a Woo salad. There are eight Big Flavour dishes – Laksa Soup; Duck and Cabbage Salad; Prawns; Pork Spare Ribs; Squid; Pork Belly; Tofu; Market Fish. The setting and food makes Madam Woo an easy choice for both large and small groups. Ordering for large groups can be made easy by choosing the ‘Woo Banquet’ menus that are available. It’s not expensive. Naughtily we’ve been ‘Woo’ed’ by the sweets at the end of all our visits. First visit I was told I had to try the Portugese Custard Tarts accompanied by some Vietnamese Drip Coffee. Second time it was the Crispy Fried Banana/Ginger Ice Cream which was very special. Third time I couldn’t resist another try of the Portugese Tarts – equally as delicious this time round! Others dining with me raved about the hand-churned ice cream (Toasted Black Sesame and Chilli or Salted Coconut and Mango). The interesting drinks menu adds to the experience at Madam Woo. Cocktails include a Ginger Mojito and a Singapore Sling; the changing wine selection is good by the glass or bottle; the beer is from Hallertau and includes their special ‘Woo Brew’ Lager that I am rather partial to; the non-alcohol drinks include Blushing Dragon, Crouching Tiger and the must-try Vietnamese Drip Coffee. If you haven’t been – you should. Don’t be put off if you have to wait. Relax, enjoy a drink or two at the bar before you go on through to take part in the 'gastronomic rejuvenation of Takapuna’. - Aidan Bennett Madam Woo – 486 Lake Rd, Takapuna. Open 7 Days for Lunch and Dinner. To book online visit: www.madamwoo.co.nz

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The Vic - Devonport

What's on at the Vic Welcome to August at The Vic where we celebrate the end of winter with a special line up of performances and films to blow away the winter blues. In addition to our Cheap Tuesdays, Movie Club Wednesdays and Open Mic Thursdays we are now adding Fancy Fridays to the weekly calendar, where you can get any cocktail from our new fancy drinks menu for just $12. Call (09) 446 0100 for more information or to book a table or a slot to perform. Like us on facebook.com/thevicdevonport for weekly updates or subscribe to our weekly newsletter on www.thevic.co.nz for updates on films and events. - Your Team at The Vic

UPCOMING MOVIES

Fantastic Four - 6 August

The Man from U.N.C.L.E. - 13 August

Why Me?-16 August (Romanian Film Festival)

The Guest - 20 August (TBA)

Of Snails & Men - 23 August (Romanian Film Festival)

Ricki & the Flash - 27 August

Last Cab to Darwin - 10 September

Mazerunner: The Scorch Trials - 10 September

SPECIAL EVENTS FRIDAY 14 AUGUST

12pm - 2015 Lunchtime CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES with the Royal New Zealand Navy Band, a full time professional band of musicians touring the country and ust returned from Rarotonga. If you haven’t seen them yet check them out - these guys are hot! Tickets are only $15 / $10 concession and are also available as part of the Fullers Ferry & Movie Deal. Call (09) 446 0100 for more or to book a seat!

FRIDAY 14 AUGUST

8pm - Rocky Horror Picture Show 40th Anniversary Show,with Hot & Flustered Shadowcast and special guests The Hootchy Kootchy Girls. Come and celebrate Rocky Horror’s 40th Anniversary with a cocktail at The Vic Lounge and a photo with the cast in costume after the show. This is one party not to be missed! Rocky-themed shots, snacks & prop kits available on the night. Call (09) 446 0100 for more information or to book your seat.

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8pm - Molly + The Chromatics, Saraha Adams, and Zarek Silberschmidt, with a mixture of upbeat covers and snazzy originals. Supported by The Vic and in support of CANTEEN, this event is one of four events sponsored by the Victoria Theatre Trust this year.

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Eating out on the Shore Your guide to the places to eat and meet.

Bird on a Wire,Takapuna

David Holmes, Executive Chef Camille Rope, Sophie Gilmour and Ben Grant.

NEW NORTH SHORE NEST FOR BIRD ON A WIRE Bird On A Wire brings its nutritious, ethical and accessible fare to Fortieth & Hurstmere The neighborhood takeout shop is part of our culture as New Zealanders. Many of us fondly remember Friday night takeaways as kids, the end reward after a week of homework and sports practice. Good friends Sophie Gilmour, Ben Grant and David Holmes had these traditions in mind when they created Bird On A Wire, which opened its first location on Ponsonby Road in 2012. The trio of hospitality veterans wanted to reimagine the classic neighborhood takeaway, while serving food that was committed to nutrition and accessibility. They decided on a rotisserie chicken shop, one that would offer freerange chicken served alongside other ethical ingredients that were local and organic when possible. They wanted to form connections with their community and customers and support neighborhood initiatives and businesses. A Leonard Cohen song inspired the perfect name for the concept; Bird On A Wire was born. Fast forward three years and the young team have just opened their most ambitious eatery yet, Bird On A Wire Takapuna at 40 Hurstmere Road. The first of the four Bird On A Wire locations to have a license and the first to feature an emphasis on dining-in as well as takeaway, it has quickly become one of the community’s most popular new dining destinations. Opening at 7:30 a.m. each morning, the 40-seat restaurant offers breakfast options like the Chilli-Salt Free Range Egg Box ($10), chilli-salt rolled eggs, avocado and spinach with the dip of the moment; Free Range Egg Bap ($6), a hearty breakfast sandwich; and Housemade Muesli with Stewed Fruit ($10), served with your choice of natural or coconut yoghurt. All items can be enjoyed at the restaurant or on-the-go, and guests can also order fresh juices and coffee in-store or from the “Juice & Java” window opening on to the street. From 11 a.m. the menu features a selection of chicken, salads, sandwiches, soups and sides. The ¼ chook ($10), ½ chook ($15) or full chook ($25) can be served

“natural & delicious” or with a baste flavor such as Jamaican Jerk, Salsa Verde or Korean BBQ. The daily-changing selection of seasonal salads and vegetables features options like Chargrilled Garlic Broccoli and Raw Energy; a range of sandwiches and burgers includes the Bánh mì, Gravy Roll and the famous Dirty Bird Burger; while Hungarian Goulash and Potato & Leek are amongst the rotating list of soups. Bird On A Wire Takapuna is ideal for feeding families and groups of friends. Feeds—such as two chickens, two large salads and a baguette for $75—can be purchased to enjoy in-store or at home; while for groups of 8 or more wanting to dine-in, the Chicken Feast offers a family-style spread of chicken, salads and bread for $15 a head. Local craft breweries feature on the beer program, while New Zealand vineyards influence the wine selection. Since the early days in Ponsonby, the team has offered a robust and acclaimed catering business. The new Takapuna location is equipped to provide full catering services for local events and businesses. Bird On A Wire works with customers to create a bespoke menu that suits the needs of each event, from boardroom meetings to wedding banquets. Bird on a Wire Takapuna is located at Fortieth & Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland (09 486 5436) and is open from 7:30 a.m. – late, seven days a week. For more information, please visit www.birdonawire.co.nz.

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Eating out on

Your guide to the

Al Forno Italian ABOUT US:

Cointreau Creme Brulee and Ricotta Pear Cheesecake... two new reasons to visit one of Takapuna’s top restaurants, Al Forno. These seasonal offerings are but a taste of the latest dishes delighting diners at this popular local spot. Always a welcome experience at Al Forno restaurant. When customers go back to Al Forno - and most do - they are greeted like a long lost friend. Al Forno has a perfect location and is a must for those who love to eat out in Takapuna.

THE FOOD:

Whether dining in or taking away, the traditional yet unique Al Forno Italian food is great. Choose from Woodfired Pizzas, Pastas, and mains like Veal Parmigiana, prime Eye Fillets or King Prawns

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST Try our Dry Aged Rib-eye Steak! Open Tues to Sun 5pm-Late. 09 488 0179. 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna www.alforno.co.nz

GPK ABOUT US:

GPK is a local icon on Hurstmere Road. Now with craft beers on tap, an amazing wine and cocktail list, GPK is the perfect place to spend time in the fully heated outdoor area and cosy interior dining. Located opposite Bruce Mason Centre and a two minute walk from Takapuna Beach, GPK is the ideal spot for pre-show dinner and drinks or pizza after a walk on the beach.

THE FOOD:

Serving up classics such as wood-fired gourmet pizzas, Smoked Chicken Salad, Twice-Cooked Pork Belly, our great winter 'from the grill' steak menu, and other Kiwi favourites, as well as homemade yummy deserts!

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Still going strong! Our new winter express menu has arrived. 2 courses with a drink for under $30! Served 12-3pm daily. Also our Happy Hour from 4-6pm. $6 Tap Beers, $7 house wine and even $15 for a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne! 162 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 488 0015 gpktakapuna@gmail.com

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THE FOOD:

Our serving sizes are large enough to satisfy an elephant, and we never forget to bring you unbeatable service. The Elephant Platter is larger than life – just like the rest of the menu, with everything from Spicy chicken wings and marinated prawns to gourmet hand-pulled pizza and Bourbon BBQ sauce glazed pork belly. There’s even something to keep the kids happy.

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NGORA

Angora’s award-winning talented chef is serving up traditional Turkish cuisine fit for a sultan.

THE FOOD: Genuine Turkish Cuisine - the real thing! Not just a kebab joint, the best Turkish food in New Zealand "If you don't like it - you don't pay!" says Head Chef, Orhan

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Come in for the best traditional Turkish food in Auckland Book now for your next big function - taking bookings for Christmas Closed Monday, Tues - Fri 4pm to late Sat - Sun 3pm to late 174 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 3739

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ABOUT US:

Welcome to Steve Shute’s Pub, The Elephant Wrestler – your larger than life local, home to all Takapuna residents and their mates. For those that know Steve, he truly is larger than life - just like his pub. His gregarious nature means you always feel welcome, like your second home where you can come in, relax and enjoy the company of friends. With its cosy interior perfect for casual dining or outside in the white-washed, sun drenched garden bar that’s forever ready to rock’n’roll, there's always space for one more at the table. So why stay home when you can come over to Steve's house - because this elephant never forgets your name.

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ABOUT US:

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Come down and meet the lower alcohol family at your larger than life local. Now there’s no excuse to not join the office for after work drinks at The Elephant Wrestler. We have an exciting range of lower alcohol options for you to choose from including the new Monteith’s Mid Strength on tap. Call us on 09 489 8030 to book a table.

Open Mon - Sun 11am - Late. 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 8030 www.elephantwrestler.co.nz www.facebook.com/TheElephantWrestler

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Blankenberge Belgian Beer Cafe is one of Taka’s favourites. A great bar, with great beer–as is the Belgian tradition–but also a great place to enjoy good food. Not just your average pub food. Food with a Flemish-French theme.

THE FOOD:

Lots of tasty options with suggested beer matches. It is a great place for brunch (Sat and Sun), lunch or dinner with lots of dishes you simply won’t find anywhere else in Takapuna. Our favourites are their Mussels, Croque Monsieur, Chicken and Leek Pie, Seafood Waterzooi and traditional Flemish Beef Stew.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Exciting new winter menu. Come in for our 'Express Lunch’ deal 2 course meal: entrée – main/main or dessert and a glass of Stella/wine or soft drink for $20. from Monday to Friday 11.30-3pm Monday to Friday 11.30am-late, Saturday brunch 11am-3pm/3pm-late a la carte, Sunday brunch 9am-3pm/3pm-late a la carte. 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6331 www.belgianbeercafetakapuna.co.nz

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Japanese on the Beach

places to eat and meet.

Mexico

Sakebar Nippon ABOUT US:

Japanese Izakaya Restaurant. After looking after the needs of locals and not so locals in Epsom for the last 15 years, Sake Bar Nippon is now based in Takapuna. Guests could well believe they are stepping into Japan when they enter this authentic restaurant, situated in a prime position on Anzac Street next to the Berkeley Cinema. Food is reasonably priced and customers get even more added value through the colourful attire of the restaurant’s hosts and the traditional drum-playing – this is an experience that goes beyond food!

THE FOOD:

Fresh sashimi, sushi, tempura and yakitori skewers are among the favourites offered. A private area with karaoke facilities is available for special occasions. Set menus available.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Ask about our new loyalty cards. Spend $200 and receive a $10 credit off your next meal! Open Tues to Sun 5pm - Late. www.sakebar.co.nz 32-34 Anzac St, Takapuna 09 486 2249

ABOUT US:

Mexico Takapuna is a culinary haven that celebrates the vibrant, fresh and lighter side of Mexican cuisine. It offers mouth-watering Mexican fare with big, spicy complex flavours, and a loud and lively vibe. Mexico can accommodate a celebration with friends, or a quick mid-week catch-up for lunch or dinner. Whatever the occasion, the experience is complemented by smiling staff and the hum of happy diners, helped along by carafes of Mexico's signature Margaritas, top-shelf tequila and a long list of Mexican beers. All served at prices that will leave diners plenty of change to carry on their night, or come back for more later in the week.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Spring menu available from August 1st - a collection of brand new and favourite dishes. Open Mon to Sun 12 noon - late. 4 The Strand, Takapuna 09 280 1487 www.mexico.net.nz

Thyme Restaurant ABOUT US:

At Thyme Restaurant we offer just the right service for your occasion - we’re quick and discrete when you’re busy working and give you lots of attention when you’re out to celebrate. If you’re joining us for dinner, you’ll be eating from the varied A La Carte Menu developed by our head chef, Huw Thomas, and his team of chefs. The menu reflects their passion for seasonal, fresh food and caters for a range of diets and includes vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and low-carb options.

THE FOOD:

Thyme Restaurant uses in season, fresh local produce to bring you a variety of innovative dishes that satisfy every taste. The A La Carte Menu changes on a regular basis depending on seasonal products available.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Every day from 5 to 7pm, enjoy our Wine Thyme with House Wine and House Beers for only $8.50 and $10.00 a glass. You can also enjoy live music while you’re having a drink at The Club Bar or dining at the Restaurant, every day from 6.30pm. Open Mon to Sun Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Level 1, The Spencer Hotel, 9-17 Byron Avenue, Takapuna Beach 09 916 4982 www.thymerestaurant.co.nz

Pinot Plus ABOUT US:

30 years of hospitality and John Ingle has found his niche - as the owner/ sommelier at this 'hole in the wall' eatery on Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. He never tires of the challenge of serving a glass of wine that is memorable for each guest and it is no accident that he has the most noteworthy selection of wines by the glass in Auckland.

THE FOOD:

Chef, Grant Kitchen is committed to delivering fine food with a modern bistro style menu with an emphasis on fresh and local produce. He changes the menu monthly, as well as introduces nightly specials. He doesn't disappoint on his brief to be creative and different.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Grant's 6 course Surprise Degustation Dinners known as "The Passionate Punter" Series, $125 inclusive of wines matched by a guest winemaker. This month it's Warren Knudsen of Mahurangi River Winery. Always held on the 3rd Monday and Tuesday of each month. This month being Mon 17th / Tues 18th August. For full schedule of 2015 dinners, please refer to website. Open Tues to Sat 5.30pm - Late. 09 489 9510 www.pinotplus.co.nz 168 Hurstmere Road Takapuna

Tokyo Bay ABOUT US:

Located in the new Main Beach hospitality precinct on The Strand at Takapuna Beach, Tokyo Bay is an internationalclass venue, offering 'new style' www.tokyobay.co.nz Japanese cuisine. It is owned and operated by the team behind two of Auckland's most popular Japanese eateries, Soto in St Mary's Bay and Tokyo Club in Ponsonby Central.

THE FOOD:

Tokyo Bay offers modern Japanese cuisine with delicious flavours complemented by Japanese beverages. You're by the ocean so seafood is appropriate and head chef Chikara Sato is from the top echelon of Japanese sushi chefs from Tokyo – a specialist in the art of sushi and seafood.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

New Japanese Winter menu - OUT NOW! Bookings at www.tokyobay.co.nz Open 12 noon until late 7 days. 20 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 390 7188 or visit www.tokyobay.co.nz

French Rendez-Vous ABOUT US:

Philippe and Lisa invite you to come in for a delicious French meal, now that we have a NEW WINTER BREAKFAST/LUNCH MENU, every dinner is served with a glass of French wine, at Auckland's ONLY Lakeside Café/ Restaurant next to the PumpHouse Theatre. Winter hours: we are open for dinner when there is a Theatre Show on at the PumpHouse, otherwise Bookings are essential every evening. Soirées Musicales: Open piano every night ! Play your favourite song and sing along on the New right grand piano in the Restaurant.

THE FOOD:

Traditionnal French cuisine for lunch and dinner, including stunning crepes and delicious beef dishes or try the "Tarakihi Poêlée", as well as month-watering French desserts such as "Mille-Feuille". Bon Appétit!

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Friday 21th of August: Concert by Andrew McLennan and The Underminers at 7pm. Only $39: main-dessert-glass of wine. Tapas : $15/1p or $28/2p (photo). Book your table! Limited space. French Rendez-Vous, Killarney Park, Takapuna 09 487 0009

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Eating out on

Your guide to the

Paper Moon ABOUT US:

The clink of glasses toasting the end of a working day, a casual catch up for weekend brunch, a celebratory dinner with the family, a morning coffee, an early evening bite before heading onwards... All reasons why people love Paper Moon. This prime, popular spot on the corner of Beach Road and Montrose Terrace is endlessly abuzz with activity, drawing regulars and visitors alike with its unrivalled standards of hospitality in Mairangi Bay.

THE FOOD:

Enjoy our award-winning breakfast, hugely popular Beef Wellington, an Allpress coffee, a Kapiti ice cream to take to the beach…

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

‘Happy Hour’ every day from 3-6pm. Wednesday $10 cocktails all night. Open 7am to 11pm. Paper Moon, 437 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay 09 479 8872

Esplanade ABOUT US:

Over 25 years experience Japanese chef. Located on Campbells Bay beach. Car park. Outside dining. Private functions welcome.

THE FOOD:

A large selection of food including japanese tapas, set menu's and cafe style big breakfasts with gluten free options. Food is fresh, tasty and served by their friendly staff BYO Wine Only

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST Private functions welcome.

2/1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay 09 476 5000 Mon - Thu 11.00am to 9.30pm Fri - Sun 9.00am to 9.30pm (closed Public Holidays) Takaway available, licensed and BYOW

The Burger Bach ABOUT US:

Wending their way up from the dirty South, where baches are ‘cribs’ and the summer sun doesn’t go down until after 10, two lads from Gore have hit the big smoke to bring you the Burger Bach. While their accents are a little weird, their values are the same. Like a regular bach kitted out with the bare essentials, the Burger Bach offers a range of no-fuss burgers that let fresh, locally sourced ingredients do the talking. It’s decked out to for casual comfort, with vintage board games to play whilst, waiting for your order – check out the 'out house’ for a bit of fun!

THE FOOD:

Burgers, Burgers and more burgers – along with some kiwi traditions , such as spaghetti in a bun (with a twist), along with a classic milkshake, they’re also licensed selling cider and beer. Togs and towel welcome!!

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

A big thanks to everyone who has visited us in the past few weeks, and great to see some locals becoming regulars already! The Burger Bach 1/7 The Strand and open from 11am - 9:30pm.

Have a restaurant and want a good way to promote it? Tiger Coffee ABOUT US:

To get your restaurant advertised in our popular Channel Eating out guide contact Claudia Renford: claudia@channelmag.co.nz 021 794 601

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Welcome to a NEW Tiger coffee! Freshly revamped Tiger Coffee introduces our new brand CHEEKI to the coffee world. Complete with a ‘Cheeki Chillout Corner’, Tiger Coffee not only offers you a new brand but a new blend of coffee beans; Cheeki - a buttery, chocolate feel with sumptuous sweet delicate notes, this roast is bound to enlighten your taste buds! With a new selection of food on display, come and feast your eyes on some gorgeous salads, quiches, sandwiches, panini’s and a selection of freshly made muffins. Complete with a new retail area, featuring all your espresso machine needs with equipment, cleaning supplies, coffee beans and capsules for your home machine. Amazing home espresso machine. Pre order food for those in the area – for our new customers - when you order your first sandwich / salad from our pre order list – you get a coffee on the house!

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Coming soon our new retail space with a selection of commercial and home machines, beans and everything in between! - catering for all your coffee needs! And if we don’t have it we will find the solution for you! Open 8.00am to 4pm Monday to Friday. 195B, Wairau Road. www.tigercoffee.com

the Shore places to eat and meet.

Bolliwood

Bird on a Wire ABOUT US:

Founded in March 2012, Bird On A Wire is a destination for delicious food that is both nutritious and aligned with your values. Set up by friends who wanted to bring the notion of a local 'chicken shop' to Auckland, Bird On A Wire has gone from strength to strength, opening its fourth and largest store in Takapuna on 1 April 2015

THE FOOD:

Handmade real food takeaways focused around free range rotisserie chicken, seasonal salads, and other takeaway fare. In addition to the best free range chook this town has seen, Bird On A Wire Takapuna also serves dine-in and takeaway breakfast, organic espresso, fresh juice, soups & great New Zealand wine and craft beer.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

The perfect spot at any time of day, whether grabbing brekkie on-the-go or dining on a family-style feast at night. Have fun and enjoy the meals you don't have time to cook! Bird On A Wire also offers full catering services, from boardroom breakfasts to wedding banquets. Fortieth & Hurstmere, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Open 7.30am - late, 7 days 09 486 5436 www.birdonawire.co.nz

ABOUT US:

Bolliwood Takapuna located at 17 Huron Street is the most popular Indian restaurant in the vicinity. Elegantly appointed and ultra spacious , it offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

THE FOOD:

Specialises in North Indian cuisine, the food cooked by former five star chefs is nothing less than spectacular. Recently introduced a special menu called the "Healthy Nuts" which is specially designed in keeping those extra calories off the plate! The restaurant also offers Gluten free options. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings you can savour mouthwatering mains for just $10 ( excludes seafood and tandoori). Their fantastic value lunch is available 7 days a week.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

For those requiring food for a corporate function, wedding, birthday party or special event, Bolliwood provides a catering service and are happy to accommodate your needs. Open 7 days 11.30-2.30 and 5pm until late. No.17 Huron street, Takapuna, Contact us on: 09 489 9911 www.bolliwood.co.nz

Nicolino ABOUT US:

Take a trip to the Mediterranean without leaving the North Shore! Nicolino Restaurant & Cube Bar has been bringing the tastes and sounds of Greece to Devonport for over 12 years. Live Greek music and entertainment can be arranged at any time for groups requiring that little bit extra for their function.

THE FOOD:

Traditional Greek dishes such as moussaka, souvlaki, kleftiko (braised lamb shanks) and spanakopita (spinach, feta cheese, oregano and olives baked in filo pastry) sit alongside Mediterranean specialities such as Catalan duck, and delicious pizzas and pastas.Nicolino’s is both BYO and fully licensed, and provides takeaway pizzas and meals, including free local delivery.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Greek Party Nights, with Sounds of Greece: Thursday, 6 August and 20 August 2015. Open Mon to Sun 4pm - Late. 103 Victoria Road, Devonport 09 446 6664 www.nicolinorestaurant.co.nz

The Commons ABOUT US:

Our approach to food is playful with respect for the classics. We firmly believe that food should play a central role in the social environment, as it has throughout history. Our menus cater to large groups, intimate dining experiences and more casual catch up's with family and friends.

THE FOOD:

Under Executive Chef Jimmy Pask and Head Chef Jarrod McGregor we source the highest quality seasonal produce from trusted suppliers and from local producers whenever possible. Our aim is to present modern Kiwi cuisine at it's best.

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Look out for The Commons 3rd Birthday, August 15th, Jason Kerrison and Jordan Luck. Commons Bar and Courtyard Open 7 days from 12.00 Commons bistro open Wednesday to Saturday - 6pm until late 21 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna thecommons.co.nz

The Hub ABOUT US:

The Hub in the heart of Milford is the place to meet. Great food at pub prices, gaming room, jukebox, big TV screen or one of our entertainment nights listed.

THE FOOD: A great selection of pub meals at great pub prices Check out our new menu - all mains $15. We welcome RSA members for $10 meals

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST Karaoke/Open Mic Night: Every Wednesday Live Music: 9th Aug – Live Band 15th Aug – Live Music Leon and the Shooters 22nd Aug – Country & Western night with Iroam 28th Aug – Live Music – Big Buddha Quiz Night: Every Tuesday & Thursday. Open Mon- Sat 11am to close. Sun 1pm to close. 09 489 4480 145 Kitchener Road Milford (behind New World)

Pepitos ABOUT US:

A truly authentic Spanish Tapas Bar with the largest selection of Spanish Wines and Spanish Beers in New Zealand. Tapas brought to you by founder of ‘Cook at Home Paella – www.paella.co.nz’ Jose Luis Fowler. During the day Spanish Deli Products, including Meats, Cheeses, Spanish Torrefacto Coffee and much more are sold.

THE FOOD:

Full Hot Tapas Menu which changes regularly including our signature PEPITO dishes (Deluxe Tapas Sandwiches)

NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST

Bars also at 27 Union Street, Auckland Central and 112 Parnell Road, Parnell. Pepitos, Open 7 days from 11am to late 154 Kitchener Road, Milford 0800 PEPITOS mailus@pepitos.email

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Shop the Shore

SHOP the SHORE FOR ALL THE DADS

FATHER’S DAY SEPTEMBER 6TH

GOLF-MAD DAD?

PING putters and top of the range Titleist clubs are stocked at Devonport Golf Shop, including the new 915 drivers and woods - from $395. Devonport Golf Shop, Waitemata Golf Club, Derby Street, Devonport 09 445 8716 annette.golf@xtra.co.nz

NEXT DOOR GALLERY

‘NZ Coastal’ coasters featuring artwork by Justine Hawksworth. Set of 4 $29 Next Door Gallery, 132 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead Point. 09 480 9289 nextdoorgallery.co.nz OPEN 7 days

SHORE HI-FI

DEVONPORT CHOCOLATES

Complete stylish modern Hi-fi system, Naim Mu-so features: aptX Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay, UpnP Streamer, USB and much more. $1899 415 Lake Rd, Takapuna 09 486 4494 shorehifi.co.nz

Chocolate Fish and Chips - $24.90. The perfect gift for Dad’s that have everything. A delicious milk and white chocolate fish with white chocolate chips. 17 Wynyard St, Devonport 0800 002 462 devonportchocolates.co.nz

SHEEPSKIN FACTORY Brooke Sheepskin Slippers by Canterbury Sheepskin, $156 Sundays: 10am- 4pm 09 486 2679 02102632804 facebook.com /Thesheepskinfactory

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RES Denim Jeans, Brolin, ride the lightning $139.85. 437 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay 09 476 6326

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WALLACE COTTON

The new Spring Collection arrives early August. Beautiful new designs, exceptional quality. Wallace Cotton 24 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 551 7767 wallacecotton.com

NAVY, NEUTRAL & COPPER KAREN MURRELL LIPSTICK GIVEAWAY

Five lucky Channel readers can win the new shade 'True Love' number 20, from Karen Murrell. Send the name of this new shade along with your name, address and phone number to: Karen Murrell Lipstick Giveaway PO Box 33-1630, Takapuna or claudia@channelmag.co.nz by noon Monday 24th August.

LIBBY'S FINE JEWELLERY

FLORIENNE

18ct Rose Gold multi diamond strand ring. 408 Lake Road, Takapuna 09 489 9948 libbys.co.nz

Exquisite blooms, vessels, vases and more 60 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 486 6438 florienne.co.nz

MARDEE

Ava printed viscose dress. $183. from MARDEE by Anne Mardell , 29 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 486 3933 annemardell.co.nz

COLLECT LIVING

Coming from one of the only fair trade certified shoe factories, Oliberte shoes are made in Ethiopia supporting workers rights in sub-Saharan Africa. Available exclusively to Collect.Living 44 Barrys Point Road 09 489 4735 Collectliving.com

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PICK ME FLOWERS For the perfect girly gifts and arrangements 447 Lake Road, Takapuna 0800 274 256 pick-me.co.nz

HOMAGE

GUS&FANNIE DESIGN LTD

Public Gallery Jumper Delevigne in grey marle, $139.95 437 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay 09 476 6326

Arne Jacobsen designed the Swan Chair in 1958 distinguished by no straight lines, only curves. The Swan chair is made from a rigid foam shell, upholstered in fabric or leather, base Aluminum. 75 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 488 9012 homage.co.nz

URBAN BEACH FURNITURE

'Eddy' Solid Wood Cabinet with navy and gold cushions shown above, is on sale at Urban & Beach Lifestyle Furniture, was RRP $3395 now $1995! Urban & Beach Lifestyle furniture, 31 Constellation Drive, Mairangi Bay 479 9577 or 372 Broadway, Newmarket 09 522 0030 urban-beach.co.nz

DEVONPORT LINGERIE Caprice Intimates Mia bra and brief set, $59.90. Devonport Lingerie Shop 2, Queens Parade, Devonport 09 445 8347 donna.co.nz

VAST INTERIOR

Unique furniture and art for your home Aqua Ritual, $990. 113 Wairau Rd, Wairau Valley 09 444 8278 vastinterior.co.nz

DESIGNWORX

White copper bowls Small $17.95, Medium $23, Large $29.95 64 Vauxhall Road, Devonport 09 445 1098 designworxnz.co.nz

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The most precious metal, the most perfect colour and perfect cut diamond... for your perfect love!

A premium range of Platinum diamond rings featuring D colour centre Diamonds with an excellent cut, starting from as little as $3295! All independently certiﬁed An exclusive range, not to be found elsewhere, only at Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers... North Shore’s premier diamond destination!

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Channel Weddings

Newlyweds share their special day

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Here in our wedding feature we give newlyweds a chance to share their big day through our pages… If you know any couples who've recently married, please send us your photos: heather@channelmag.co.nz

I Do, Perfectly in Platinum Sealing their engagement with a twin-set diamond from The Platinum Collection at Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers was a step on the way towards a wonderful wedding for Liam and Emma Dewhurst. Previously known as Emma Gallagher before her dream wedding held on the West Coast, the now Mrs Dewhurst said yes to her sweetheart Liam before he’d selected a ring - he wanted her to choose her own perfect diamond! Liam said: “Emma’s sister married a friend of mine and they bought their custom-made rings from Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers. They were so stunning, so we knew exactly where to go to look for ours. We visited five different shops, but came back to Fifth Avenue they were the best!” A custom-made twin set diamond and platinum ring, Emma’s engagement ring has been made to fit her wedding band which is a curved design, again made from platinum. Liam also chose a custommade wedding band, in white gold edged with yellow gold. The newlyweds shared an idyllic wedding day in late June at Boomrock Lodge, before jetting off on a multi-destination honeymoon which took in London, Paris, Bordeaux and Shanghai. Both Emma and Liam live and work in Whanganui but chose the North Shore’s Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers as the best place in New Zealand to buy the most important rings they’ll ever wear!

Liam and Emma Dewhurst.

There is only one true love…

Capture her heart at Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers Cut, Clarity, Colour and Carat We know diamonds inside and out and will stop at nothing to ensure we find the perfect one for you.

1 2 1. $10,999 1.00ct Brilliant Cut Diamond in 18ct White Gold. SJ0195 2. $9,999 1.00ct Princess Cut Diamond in 18ct White Gold. SJ1646 Solitaire diamonds are available in various sizes ranging from 0.30cts to 3.00cts and above.

Shore City, Takapuna | Ph: 09 489 8461 | Fax: 09 489 4905 info@fifth-avenue.co.nz | www.fifth-avenue.co.nz facebook.com/fifthavenuediamondjewellers

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Community News

Talking Tax: With McIsaacs

Chris Lindsay.

Do you have the best Investment/ Business structure? The ideal structure for a business or investment should factor in: Commercial aims; Family situation; Risks; Flexibility on exit; Tax. The right structure will vary from situation to situation. The usual suspects include: Sole trader; Partnership/Limited Partnership; Company/Look-Through Company; Trust/ Trading trust. This article highlights some of the benefits of the Look-Through Company (LTC) structure. LTCs An LTC is a standard company, which has elected to become tax transparent. As a result, the shareholders of the LTC are deemed to derive the LTC’s income and pay the tax. The benefits of the LTC structure include: • Lower taxes: Tax can be paid at lower rates than the company tax rate of 28%, where shareholders are on lower marginal tax rates. • More flexibility: Where the shareholder is a trust, the LTC income can be taxed in the trustees’ hands or in the hands of beneficiaries. If a beneficiary is a charity, then no tax may be payable. • Tax losses not trapped: If the LTC incurs a tax loss, the tax loss in not trapped in the company but flows through to the shareholders and used by shareholders. • 5% tax saving on entry: As the company tax rate is 28%, there is usually a further 5% tax payable when profits are paid to shareholders. This tax cost does not arise for accumulated profits at the time a company first becomes an LTC. • Accessing Capital Gains: Capital gains can be distributed tax-free without having to wind up the company (a normal company would generally have to wind up to do the same). • Restructuring flexibility: Assets can be sold to associated entities without creating associated person capital gains i.e. more flexibility with restructuring. • Eliminating double taxation: LTCs may be used to eliminate double taxation that can arise when tax is paid overseas. The LTC structure can be ideal for businesses or for investors as it provides the usual limited liability protection of a standard company, while providing the tax benefits of a partnership or trading trust. If you would like to discuss this issue, or any tax issue, please contact Chris Lindsay on chris@mcisaacs.co.nz or 021829400 and I would be happy to discuss on a no obligation basis. McIsaacs Ltd is a Xero Gold Partner and a Xero Certified Accounting Advisor. We provide advice, installation and support services for anyone wanting to use Xero software and help businesses convert from their current software to Xero. If you would like to discuss using Xero, please contact Roger Hadfield (027 486 9755, or roger@mcisaacs.co.nz) or Chris Lindsay (021829400, or chris@mcisaacs.co.nz) and we would be happy to discuss with you on a no obligation basis.

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Vintage Wedding Fair to Support Hospice The North Shore's debut Vintage Wedding Fair, 'Encore', will be held in September in aid of Hospice North Shore. For fine ideas that will inspire your wedding planning will be plentiful at this super-stylish event to be held at The Wharf, Northcote Point on Sunday 6th September. The day will include sales of over 300 nearly new, new and ex-display bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, mother of the bride & guest outfits, as well as suits for the gents. Models will mingle with guests, showcasing bridal gowns and prom dresses ideas, as well as accessories such as veils, tiaras, hats, bags, bouquets, jewellery and more. Stunning table settings will be on display as well as breathtaking floral arrangements and visitors will have the chance to discuss their wedding ideas with several wedding specialists in many fields of expertise including catering, celebrants, cake creators, chauffeured car hire, florists, milliners, musicians, marquee hire, MCs, makeup & hair, photographers, printers, stylists and more! Shore-based TV broadcaster Pippa Wetzell will be joined by other wellknown faces at this bridal show from which all proceeds will go to Hospice North Shore. There will also be a 'Bubbles Bar', raffle, refreshments and goody bags to keep guests entertained.

Models will mingle with guests, showcasing bridal gowns and prom dresses ideas, as well as accessories such as veils, tiaras, hats, bags, bouquets, jewellery and more. This event provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the work of Hospice on the North Shore and in particular the nine charity shops which the charity operates. All garments and items offered for sale at The Vintage Wedding Fair are amongst those donated to Hospice Shops, with only the very best having been selected for the fair! Over 60 Hospice volunteers will be involved on the day. To help out, or to request an exhibition stand, discuss sponsorship opportunities or find out more: info@weddingfairauckland.co.nz www.hospicenorthshore.org.nz/events/ Encore Wedding Fair on Facebook

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This regular column is provided by Chris Lindsay (B.Com CA), a Director of McIsaacs Ltd. Chris is a Chartered Accountant and tax specialist based in Takapuna on the North Shore. Chris has worked in the tax field for over 20 years and advises businesses, investors and migrants on a wide range of tax issues.

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Takapuna

INTRODUCING THE NEW BMW X3 XDRIVE 35D.

The new BMW X3 xDrive35d stylishly bridges the gap between sporty urban practicality and all-wheel drive adventure. Boasting M Sport specification and a TwinPower two-stage turbo diesel engine delivering a remarkable 230kW, it’s the most powerful BMW X3 yet. BMW xDrive technology constantly adapts this power delivery to maximise traction on any terrain. The driving experience is complete with BMW ConnectedDrive, the leader in connectivity, which seamlessly links you to friends, family, business and the world. All together the BMW X3 xDrive35d is the ultimate driving machine perfectly equipped for every adventure you’ve never had.

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Our BMW Select programme guarantees the future value of your car, to give you the ultimate flexibility, security and peace of mind. You’ll have the freedom to trade-in, re-finance, purchase, or return your BMW at a pre-agreed price. For more information on the BMW X Range Select offer visit bmw.co.nz/selectxrange

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Takapuna Beach Business Association: News

Views from the Beach

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Janna Cowley wins a 60 minute Bliss Reflexology Voucher for this stunning shot of Takapuna Beach. Well done! Share your photos with us.

Takapuna Beach is full of magic, not just the natural beauty of our golden sand and park reserves, but so many of our retailers, cafe’s, bars and restaurants offer a touch of magic too. We really are very lucky to have so many wonderful choices, all of which add up to a great day out. The family and I drove into town around 9.30am on Sunday morning, found ourselves a car park without any hassles and enjoyed wondering around the markets for an hour or so, before heading down along Hurstmere Road to catch the free magic and comedy event featuring Jared Fell. The event was put on by Auckland Live and hosted at The Bruce By Terry Holt. Mason Centre. The Centre was packed with kids of all ages big and small. All waiting in anticipation of some fun and games. They were certainly not disappointed and neither were we. The first part of the show lasted for 45 minutes, with magic tricks and comedy carefully combined to keep us all engaged. Not an easy task at all! After a short break, the second part of the show featured a workshop for those interested to learn more about the secrets of magic. The kids were occupied, the adults were occupied (some enjoying taking advantage of some great winter deals from our retailers) and we all enjoyed a few laughs and learnt a couple of tricks to practice our own magic.

There are plenty of more free events coming up with a variety of options, I thoroughly recommend you get along and experience it for yourself. By the time we left the Bruce Mason Centre, we were all a bit hungry and took the opportunity to visit “Mexico” for lunch, which, as usual, was very tasty and very fast, the staff were great and we certainly thought that was a touch of magic. There are plenty of more free events coming up with a variety of options, I thoroughly recommend you get along and experience it for yourself. Happy travels and enjoy the magic!

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July has been an incredibly exciting month for progress in Takapuna, and walking the streets it is clear to see that there is so much more to come… After a few frosty mornings and record cold temperatures we are over the halfway point of winter, but one perk of the cold weather welcomes an excuse to warm up in one of our fantastic eateries. We are delighted to introduce Josh Emett’s well-known Malaysian restaurant, Madam Woo to By Anna Wishart. our Takapuna family. Madam Woo is my definite Queenstown favourite and after being lucky enough to attend the Takapuna opening, I can assure you that it has been worth the wait and a pulled-pork Hawker Roll is not to be missed! Opening its doors the weekend before Madam Woo, were their new neighbours, Superette on Lake Road. Superette is one of Australasia’s leading fashion destinations offering an extensive and expertly curated selection of fashion and lifestyle offerings which is going to be a fantastic addition to destination retail in Takapuna. If things that sparkle tickle your fancy, we have also recently welcomed Anna & Jaden Jewellery to the Takapuna Family!

Madam Woo is my definite Queenstown favourite and after being lucky enough to attend the Takapuna opening, I can assure you that it has been worth the wait. With plenty of other developments underway and some more exciting news to come, we are spoilt for choice! Takapuna has all of the best elements of Auckland in one place, why would you want to go anywhere else?

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Shore City: Art of Cake

Shore City: Dollars for Schools

ART OF CAKE 2015 Five Finalists Compete For Coveted Title

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glitter and fondant stilettos. This year Sweet Bites Cakes takes on the Oriental Gardens mood board by Clare The five finalists cakes will be unveiled at Shore City mall on Thursday 6th August 2015 and will be on display on Grove. level one for three weeks. Determined by public voting, shoppers who spend $5 or more at any Shore City store will be given a token to place their vote. The winner will be announced Friday 28th August 2015.

The five finalists cakes will be unveiled at Shore City mall on Thursday 6th August 2015 and will be on display on For more information, imagery or other media queries contact Kristen Alison or Nicky Gadsdon at Publicity Pr level one for three weeks. Determined public voting, shoppers who spend $5 or more at any Shore City store or nicky@publicitypr.co.nz | p (09) 950 4944 Issue 57 - August| kristen@publicitypr.co.nz 2015by www.channelmag.co.nz will be given a token to place their vote. The winner will be announced Friday 28th August 2015. For more information, imagery or other media queries contact Kristen Alison or Nicky Gadsdon at Publicity Pr | kristen@publicitypr.co.nz or nicky@publicitypr.co.nz | p (09) 950 4944

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Fashion & Fondant Collide 5 cakers are competing for the title of 2015’s Best Cake Artist and it’s your vote that will decide the winner. This year’s spectacular cake creations are inspired by LeeAnn Yare, Kylie Cook, Four Eyes, Clare Grove, and Shore City’s charity Cure Kids. Come and see these world-class cakes up close, in this free exhibition, only at Shore City.

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Community News: Sealy partnership with Ronald McDonald House

Super sleep is a dream outcome for caring families Sealy gives Ronald McDonald a good night’s sleep! At Channel Mag we love it when a business gives back and that’s the case with bedding company Sealy New Zealand, which is based on the North Shore. They have announced a new partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities that will help families of sick children focus on what really matters – the health and wellbeing of their children. This according to Ronald McDonald House Charities CEO Wayne Howett who says after a long day on the hospital ward, families need a good night’s sleep to recover and prepare for the next day. “This is a winning partnership for Kiwi families,” Mr Howett says. “As the official bed supplier, Sealy NZ has begun the relationship by donating 22 new Posturepedic double beds and 25 new trundle beds for our use. That means the 3,500 Kiwi families who will call a Ronald McDonald House their ‘home away from home’ this year will have a restful night’s sleep. So important in the context of supporting a sick child.” North Shore based Sealy Marketing Manager Jenni Gaze says the entire company is proud to support such a worthy cause as Ronald McDonald House Charities. “I know I speak for everyone at Sealy when I say we very much admire the work Ronald McDonald House Charities does in supporting Kiwi families throughout their child’s medical journey. It’s so important for families to be able to stay together at this time. “We are delighted to be able to provide assistance by supplying Sealy Posturepedic beds to help the families sleep in comfort.” Mr Howett says Kiwi families need a safe, healthy and comfortable sleeping environment so they can better help support their children. “After a long day on the hospital ward our families need a good night’s sleep to recover and prepare for the next day. The new beds from Sealy will help make this possible,” he says. To celebrate the new found partnership Ronald McDonald House Auckland in collaboration with Sealy hosted a pyjama party for the children in late June. Mr Howett says having families feel comfortable in the house is important to the team at Ronald McDonald House Auckland and to make sure the children feel

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As the official bed supplier, Sealy NZ has begun the relationship by donating 22 new Posturepedic double beds and 25 new trundle beds for our use. That means the 3,500 Kiwi families who will call a Ronald McDonald House their ‘home away from home’ this year will have a restful night’s sleep so important in the context of supporting a sick child. right at home a pillow fight was organised so they could relax and just be kids. Sealy’s commitment to Ronald McDonald House Charities also involves the company’s staff members giving of their time. Ms Gaze says Sealy team members are “delighted to be able to volunteer their time and provide help to Ronald McDonald House Charities families in any way we can”. Mr Howett says getting actively involved in the house is not only great for team building, but also strengthens the Ronald McDonald House Charities community by enabling people to participate in the charity’s service delivery to Kiwi families. Visit: www.sealy.co.nz or www.rmhc.org.nz

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Takapuna: Berkeley Cinemas

Health & Fitness: with Pilates Unlimited

This month at

Takapuna Movies are still the number one entertainment choice for all ages and Berkeley has all the blockbuster movies at great prices. Sunday to Wednesday all tickets are just $9.90 for standard movie and $13.50 for 3D movies. That of course means we get extremely busy on these wet winter days so bookings are essential. You can call us on 488 6000 but the quickest way to book is via the website www.hoyts.co.nz and that way you get the best seats too! Why not consider booking a movie for your club or team as a fundraiser – you can make up to $1500 with one event! It’s simple to organize too and we are taking bookings now for Spectre, Mocking Jay Part 2 and the long awaited Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Also this month: Fantastic Four – 6 August. Four young outsiders teleport to an alternate and dangerous universe which alters their physical form in shocking ways. The four must learn to harness their new abilities and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy.

Jerome Weinberg and Carole Fraser.

New York State of Mind! Last month Carole Fraser, pilates instructor and owner of Pilates Unlimited Takapuna Beach, attended the worldwide Romana’s Pilates weekend workshops and conference in New York! Whilst there she also had lessons with master teachers. “I have been attending the conferences for eight years, so have many Pilates friends from all over the world. For me – I am so pleased I found this form of exercise, it really is so good for the body and mind!” Says Carole. Imagine an exercise programme that you look forward to, that engages you and leaves you refreshed and alert with a feeling of physical and mental wellbeing. Authentic Pilates will do all of this for you and more. The studio offers sessions for people of all ages and physical conditions while providing a refreshing and energizing workout. Sessions are one on one or small groups which means each session is tailored to the clients. Regardless of your current level of fitness, Authentic Pilates can be your primary mode of body conditioning and injury prevention. Authentic Pilates is a series of controlled movements engaging your body and mind and performed on specifically designed apparatus with experienced trained certified instructors. Pictured here is the team. For further information check out the website www.pilatesunlimited.co.nz or come and visit the studio at 18 Northcroft Street, Takapuna Beach 09 486 1018.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E - 13th August. In the early 1960s, CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin participate in a joint mission against a mysterious criminal organization, which is working to proliferate nuclear weapons. Starring Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer. Trainwreck – 13th August. Having thought that monogamy was never possible, a commitment-phobic career woman may have to face her fears when she meets a good guy. Starring Amy Schumer and Bill Hader. Southpaw – 20th August. SOUTHPAW tells the riveting story of Billy "The Great" Hope, reigning Junior Middleweight Boxing Champion of the World. Billy Hope seemingly has it all with an impressive career, a beautiful and loving wife, an adorable daughter and a lavish lifestyle. When tragedy strikes and his lifelong manager and friend leaves him behind, Hope hits rock bottom and turns to an unlikely saviour at a run-down local gym. Vacation – 20th August. Rusty Griswold takes his own family on a road trip to "Walley World" in order to spice things up with his wife and reconnect with his sons. Ricki and the Flash – 27th August. A musician who gave up everything for her dream of rock-and-roll stardom returns home, looking to make things right with her family. Starring Meryl Streep, Sebastian Stan and Rick Springfield.

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Pack & Send, Takapuna

Haydon Optometrists Takapuna

Sending art somewhere?

David Haydon of Haydon Optometrists, Takapuna, talks about an exciting partnership to bring the latest lens technology to the Shore...

Developments in lens technology

David Haydon.

Haydon Optometrists partner with Zeiss to bring you the latest in lens technology. The all-new Zeiss Progressive lens portfolio is the latest development in lens technology to help you deal with the challenges of today’s world. Whether it’s using digital devices, walking on the beach, reading your kindle or driving home after a late night out, today’s lifestyles offer plenty of optical challenges. At Haydon’s Optometrists we are here to help you find the lens that suits your needs. We are confident our partnership with leading lens experts Zeiss provides our customers with the best solutions with their hi-tech progressive lens range, which is second to none. Come in today and see our Dispensing team to find out which of the new Zeiss progressive lenses would suit your lifestyle challenges. You deserve to see clearly this Spring and beyond! Haydon Optometrists , 159 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 5232

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PACK & SEND Takapuna is your "one stop shop" when you need to send artwork, sculptures, ceramics and antiques - anywhere. No matter how large, awkward, valuable or fragile the item is, you can rely on PACK & SEND's experienced operators to package it and get it delivered, safely. Jane and Jeremy Bain, the franchisees at PACK & SEND Takapuna have a "No Limits" approach when helping customers solve packaging and freight problems around art and antiques. "Many of the items we have dealt with are valuable" says Jeremy. "Not only in the monetary sense but because the pieces may have been handed down through the family for generations. It's irreplaceable on so many levels" It doesn't matter where it's going. New York, London, Sydney, Dunedin - the same care and attention is given to every consignment. We'll collect it, package it, take care of the documentation, track it right through to the destination and get it signed for" says Jane. As well, PACK & SEND customers can use their Gold Service cover against loss or damage to secure that extra peace of mind - something not generally available when freighting artworks. For those really delicate items like fine antiques or ceramics, Pack & Send can use its state of the art "Foam in Place" packaging system, which forms a protective mould around the item, for safe transport. "We also produce custom made boxes to any size or shape" adds Jeremy. "Because we treat each consignment as unique, designing packaging and the freight solutions to suit, we're finding that more and more people benefit from our services. PACK & SEND provides service, systems and packaging to make your freight experience as simple and smooth as possible. You don't need to open an account; they send anything, anywhere and take care of the hassles. TOTAL PROTECTION • For delicate items like fine antiques or ceramics, PACK & SEND Takapuna can use its state of the art 'Foam in Place' packaging system. • Foam in Place forms a protective mould around the item, for safe transport. • Use their Gold Service cover against loss or damage to secure that extra peace of mind - something not generally available when freighting artworks. Pack & Send Takapuna - Shop 3, 445 Lake Road, Takapuna. Phone 486 3355. Email: takapuna@packsend.co.nz, Web: www.packsend.co.nz

Digital devices are challenging our daily life ZEISS Progressive Lens Precision Pure responds to your digital vision needs • Strain-free vision for print media and digital device usage for people aged 40+ • Fast focus and good dynamic vision all day long, even for the challenges of today’s world • Thin and lightweight lenses

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Haydon Optometrists, 159 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Ph: 09 489 5232 Fax: 09 486 5179 haydon@clear.net.nz www.haydons.co.nz

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Escape Day Spa, Takapuna

Takapuna News

Rachael Bro.

Acne – Not only a Teenage Problem! Acne is affecting more and more people in their 20s, 30s and 40s. While hormones and environmental factors play a big role in the development of acne, it can also be a sign that one of the internal organs, the liver, kidney or even lung or heart is under stress. As a result, lifestyle and nutritional changes that address underlying issues will have a huge impact on acne. If you suffer from chronic acne and would like to get naturopathic advice, please make an appointment with the registered Naturopath at Escape Spa – we specialize in the holistic treatment of skin conditions! These days there are a variety of professional skin therapies and skin care products that support the healing process of acne and help to prevent the formation of acne scars. It is important to find the right therapy and products for each particular situation – people with dry or even sensitive skin need to treat acne quite differently to those with oily skin. Treatments may include OMNILUX Light Therapy, a mild Environ Peel or purifying masks for active acne, and IPL or Collagen Induction Therapy for the treatment of acne scars – please consult with our experienced therapists! Another important element in the treatment of acne is the choice of a Make-Up range that has anti-microbial properties and provides good coverage without clogging pores, such as the Jane Iredale range from the USA which we stock at Escape – please come in for a free make-up consultation which gives you the chance to try out this amazing range of Mineral Make-up. For a professional and holistic approach to any skin problem – Escape Spa

This monthly round up of Takapuna community news is contributed by Rachael Bro, Takapuna North Community Co-ordinator.

Hello. I can hardly believe we are already into the second half of the year. It will be Christmas before we know it. I have recently had the pleasure of being involved in the youth upskilling event Converge led by Kaipatiki Community Trust. Over 100 Year 10 students from across the North Shore to as far north as Rodney attended the one-day event at Massey University to inspire, challenge and arm our youth with new skills in the hope these will be utilised in the community. High school students residing in Takapuna North are invited to attend a local Youth Project Group at Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna on Thursday 13 August, 4pm. Last years’ team organised an Amazing Race for youth. For more information phone Rachael Bro on 029 201 2975 or email office@takapunatrust.org.nz Supported By:

Rachael Bro (Takapuna North Community Coordinator – Castor Bay, Milford, Forrest Hill, Sunnynook, Takapuna.)

Winter Fun is here! – Weekly 10am-12noon (various dates/locations) Free pre-school play sessions are available weekly at locations alternating between Forrest Hill, Takapuna, Milford & Sunnynook. The sessions provide an opportunity for mums/carers to meet, chat and have coffee while interacting with their pre-schooler(s) playing with our fabulous range of toys. Pre-school play sessions are available from June – September inclusive. Adult supervision is required. August sessions: 5-Aug Wednesday Scout Hall, Becroft Park, Forrest Hill 11-Aug Tuesday

Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna

19-Aug Wednesday Sunnynook Community Centre, Sunnynook Road 27-Aug Thursday

Milford Baptist Church, 3 Dodson Avenue, Milford

2-Sep Wednesday Scout Hall, Becroft Park, Forrest Hill 8-Sep Tuesday

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Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna

Thank you to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in enabling the above events. Rachael Bro (Takapuna North Community Coordinator – Castor Bay, Milford, Forrest Hill, Sunnynook, Takapuna.)

Eyewear: with Specsavers, Shore City, Takapuna

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The Yoga Tree Takapuna

Community News

The Yoga Tree

A boutique Balinese style Yoga studio comes to Takapuna Caleb Visero, Tom Dunne, Devon Harris, Joe Wilson, Josh Caldwell, Bronson Larsen, Liam D’Souza, Zachariah Stewart, Michael Slessor-White. Absent: James Catlin, Patrick Gleeson.

Rosmini water polo boys swap their caps for aprons! The Junior Water Polo boys at Rosmini College have chosen to swap their caps for aprons in August all in a very good cause. Instead of training one Tuesday night they will be preparing and cooking dinner for the 120 residents at Ronald McDonald House at Auckland Hospital in Grafton. Ronald McDonald House provides both short and long term accommodation for the families who have sick and hospitalised children staying in Starship and by cooking these families dinner for the night, the boys are hoping they can add something valuable back to their peer group and community. “At 14 most of us boys are concerned with minor issues that feel bigger than they really are,” says Devon Harris the team’s captain. “Like how much game time we get, or what is the strongest team that we should be playing.” “This team exercise at Ronald McDonald House gives us the opportunity to help others by focusing on what is really important in life, and it also provides us the opportunity to recognise the value in each other.” The boys play in the North Harbour Junior water polo competition that is run at the Millennium Sports Institute in Mairangi Bay every Thursday night. They compete with other local colleges including Westlake and Rangitoto (both boys and girls), Kristen, Carmel, Takapuna, Northcote, Long Bay, Albany Junior High and Whangaporoa. “It’s a great competition that is very well run by North Harbour Water Polo each term,” says Joe Wilson. “It’s great to catch up with friends from the other schools each week, but our coach also wanted us to do something together as a team building exercise, away from the pool.’’ The team is coached by a recent Rosmini old boy, James Slessor-White (19), and when the idea of cooking dinner for the families at Ronald McDonald House was raised not only the boys, but their parents and the school loved the idea. “Charity Fulfils the Law is our school motto and this team building event echoes the school’s values to great effect,” says Mike Broome, the Rosmini College teacher in charge. “The Head Master has granted the boys special permission to leave school early at lunchtime on the day to travel over to the city and get well prepared.” The first challenge for the boys was raising the money required to purchase the food for the dinner, approximately $1,000. So away they went looking for, and finding, a willing business sponsor. Macrienne Commercial Construction also loved the boy’s team building idea, so much so that they offered to fund the full amount straight away. This left the boys with the second major challenge - how to plan dinner for 120 people and what should they cook! Ronald McDonald House offers a weekly opportunity for organisations to come in and cook dinner for the families who are resident in the House and they presented the boys with a great range of ideas. “Luckily, we also have some great catering and cooking experience amongst our parents, so we have roped in one of two of them to help us out!” Says Josh Caldwell. “But the rules are very clear, they are only there to provide some guidance and direction as this is something that the boys want to do together as a tight team.” The Rosmini Junior Water Polo team is: Devon Harris, Joe Wilson, Josh Caldwell, Caleb Visero, Zachariah Stewart, Tom Dunne, Patrick Gleeson, Michael Slessor-White, James Catlin, Liam D’Souza and Bronson Larsen. They are all year 10 and currently competing in the North Harbour Water Polo League and next term will be competing in the Greater Auckland League. Their big aim is to do well at this year’s NZ Water Polo North Island Championships being held in late November.

The Yoga Tree, located on Tennyson Avenue off Lake Road, has been a longtime part of the community in Takapuna but there’s been some big changes recently at this boutique Balinese style studio. New owner Amanda Morrall offers a peak of what’s inside. One can never be sure but some things in life just feel fated. The Yoga Tree is one of them. Within my first week of moving to Auckland, I ended up at The Yoga Tree looking for my yoga fix. While working full-time as a personal finance journalist, a career I was excelling at; weekly columns, television and radio appearances, even publishing a book Money Matters; Get your Life and $ Sorted in 2014, I taught yoga part-time on the Shore. The deeper my passion for yoga became, the greater dissatisfaction I felt professionally. My heart longed for something else - I took a massive leap of faith and I quit my day job — for yoga! While friends, family and peers thought I’d lost my mind, I’d found my heart. It was almost three years after my initial visit to The Yoga Tree when I approached the owner and asked her if she wanted to sell. Synchronicity. She’d been thinking that very thing. In December 2014, I got my studio. Giving the studio a much needed facelift, I restored the hardwood floors, walls were revived and the cavernous blank ceiling was made beautiful with layers of chiffon, hews of turmeric, burnt orange, burgundy, and gold resembling the colours of Buddhist monks robes. The finishing touches included some favourite pieces of artwork from Bali and Burma, the combined effect was magical. When you set foot in the studio, it’s like stepping into a temple; serene, inspiring and spiritual. It was exactly the look, and feel I’d hope for. True to its name, The Yoga Tree, has many limbs. We offer classes for mums and bubs, pregnancy yoga, courses for beginner’s, pilates, and restorative options including yoga nidra, a guided meditation of sorts. Our teachers don’t just teach poses, we share our knowledge of how to use yoga in daily life, to better handle the ups and Boutique Balinese Style Studio down. If you are looking Now open in Takapuna for an experience in Cnr of Lake Rd & Tennyson Ave yoga that has deep YOGA FOR ALL STAGES AND AGES OF LIFE roots, you’ve found the right place. “If you can breathe, you can do yoga.”

The Yoga Tree, Cnr Lake Road and Tennyson Ave, Takapuna 027 506 6550

www.theyogatree.co.nz 027 506 6550

“If you can breathe you can do yoga”

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Skin Cancer Channel: with Dr Grant Coe

Dr Grant Coe.

MoleMan is a full service mole and skin cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment facility in Northcote Point. Their skin cancer doctors can map and identify skin cancers on the spot, as well as provide any necessary surgery, treatment and follow-up care. The team at MoleMan aims to provide exceptional patient care, at an affordable price, in a warm, welcoming and friendly environment. Chief MoleMan, Dr Grant Coe, has had extensive experience in skin cancer screening and surgery, both in New Zealand and Australia, and will be answering questions as well as sharing advice, tips and information each month in Channel Magazine.

Our Beautiful Backyard I admit to being a little biased as the local MP but I'm firmly of the view that the North Shore is one of the best places to live in New Zealand. We have beautiful beaches, a flourishing cultural scene, good shopping, cafes and a relaxed lifestyle – all just a short drive, traffic permitting, from downtown Auckland.

Could the mole on my back be a melanoma? Question: I’m a 39-year-old fair-skinned male and I work mainly outside as a house painter. I try to cover up and wear sunscreen daily but I have been sunburnt quite a lot over the years and, as a result, have quite a few moles and freckles on my head, back and shoulders. One mole on my back, in particular, has become darker in colour and possibly slightly larger over the last couple of months. My partner has also pointed out an unusual looking mole behind my ear. I’ve never had a skin check but am wondering if I should be concerned about these spots? Dr Coe: Yes, you should get both of these spots looked at by a skin cancer

doctor or specialist as soon as possible. A full body mole check would also be advisable in case there are any further concerning lesions that you or your partner may be unaware of. Melanoma is the most common cancer for men in New Zealand for men aged 25-44 and particularly given that you’re fair skinned, have suffered a number of sunburns and have a large number of moles and freckles, this puts you in a high risk category for developing a potentially life-threatening melanoma. Early detection is your best defense against all skin cancers including melanoma and provides the best chance of a positive outcome from this deadly disease. If picked up in the early stages, melanoma can be 100% curable and requires less expensive and invasive treatment.

Call the MoleMan team today to enquire about full body skin cancer and melanoma checks with digital dermoscopy (mole mapping) technology on 0800 DR MOLE (376653) or 09 480 6416 or visit www.moleman.co.nz for pricing and frequently asked questions. Dr Coe is also an affiliated provider to Southern Cross for skin cancer surgery and selected services.

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But there’s always room for improvement and it's important to keep focused so it’s encouraging to see some of the developments planned for the Shore over the next decade. The local board, very ably chaired by Joe Bergin, has recently unveiled its 10-year budget where they’ve focused on improving access to our biggest assets, such as Takapuna Beach, enabling more of us to get active and enjoy all that the North Shore has to offer. Some of their plans for the next decade are very promising for recreational activities, giving us a chance to enhance opportunities for walkers and cyclists. I support the planned SkyPath over the Harbour Bridge and will continue to work with Transport Minister Simon Bridges towards more cycle ways for the electorate. A new bridge over Wairau Creek and a replacement for the Black Rock Bridge on the Milford-Takapuna coastal walk will make it safer and easier to experience one of our most popular short walks. Hurstmere Green has made a big difference to the shopping area in Takapuna, providing a green link to the seafront and a well-used public space for the community. The opening up of the alleyway at Fortieth and Hurstmere will be helpful to ease the congestion on the Strand over the busy summer months. An active participant in many of these initiatives has been Peter White, who is moving on after seven years in charge of the Takapuna Beach Business Association. Under his leadership, Takapuna has become more businessfriendly and its rebranding includes becoming “Tech-apuna” which has attracted some very successful technology and ICT companies. Thank you Peter for all your energy and enthusiasm, you’ve really made a difference to your community. As the Minister for Senior Citizens, I was pleased to recently host a “Seniors about Seniors” afternoon tea in Milford. This was an opportunity to discuss how the National-led Government is addressing issues of importance to those in our community who are in, or nearing their retirement years. We are planning another seniors' event and the Prime Minister will be my guest of honour at a SuperBlues morning tea next month. If you'd like to be on our mailing list and receive our new Super Seniors newsletter, please contact my office. The perspective of young people is also well worth listening to and I’m looking forward to selecting my North Shore representative for the Youth Parliament. It is a great opportunity for a politically-minded young person aged 16-18 to go to Wellington in 2016, take part in debates and experience the reality of life in the House of Representatives. A few weeks ago, I represented the government at the Inaugural Threatened Species Summit in Melbourne as one of the keynote speakers, discussing the New Zealand experience of conservation. In the spirit of the ANZAC tradition, our two countries have agreed to join forces where we can to fight against the eco-invaders that threaten our vulnerable endangered species. We face similar problems and it was very useful to explore the opportunities for collaboration and to learn from each other's initiatives. Meanwhile, we will be having another get together with seniors on the 18th of September as we reintroduce the SuperBlues to the North Shore. If you’d like to join us please contact Joan Finlayson at finlaysonr.j@xtra.co.nz or phone 489 9083.

Maggie Barry.

As always if there are any particular issues I can help you with please contact Monika in my office on 09 486 0005 to make an appointment time to see me.

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Channel Pets: with DogHQ

This lovable Channel Magazine feature is presented by Louise O’Sullivan of DogHQ, the North Shore’s award winning Dog Day Care facility. DogHQ provides the ultimate in social, physical and mental stimulation for dogs of all types in a safe and caring environment. DogHQ’s full range of services include obedience training, grooming and all natural nutrition. See all the fun for yourself at www.doghq.co.nz and www.facebook.com/doghq

Happiness = Happy Pet New Zealanders spend a small fortune in the quest to ensure their dogs and cats are happy. This is a wonderful, caring and appropriate endeavour when we choose to keep animals in our homes. But with all our effort, how do we know if our pet is indeed happy? Much research and study has gone into dog body language, for most way too much detail for the average suburban pooch. Here are some helpful pointers to assist you “reading” and promoting your pet’s happiness levels.

Calm and relaxed = happy In very simplistic terms, anytime you achieve calm and relaxed with your dog you achieve happy dog. In fact the basis of many dog training programmes is exactly this. A calm dog will have an overall “soft body stature, if wagging, their whole body will wag and the tail will be in a neutral position. If they are panting, they will have an open mouth and soft pant. Yes, they may have their lips pulled back and be exposing teeth but the general impression is of relaxation, a smile even! A dog or cat asleep in-front of the fire is most definitely a happy pet!

Active task = happy Dogs are doers and love having a job to do especially when they are young. When they are engage in a suitable physical outlet, you can be certain they are happy.

It will be written all over them and you will have a big smile on your own face just watching. An animal’s joy is very contagious. A dog that’s doing what his genes tell him to is a happy dog. When a retriever is fetching, her body language screams, “I’m totally into this!” Same thing goes for a terrier who gets a chance to sniff out a mouse or whip a new toy back and forth, and a border collie that’s being directed through an obstacle course. Presented with a mere hint of these activities, the dog may run out of pure joy, wag its tail, bark, grin, and spin in circles. Once you find out what makes your dog happy in this way, offer him this activity as often as you can. Just a large open space to run in, like the beach is enough to make any dog grin from ear to tail.

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Companion = happy Dogs are highly social creatures that love the company of other dogs and humans alike. Dogs can create strong bonds with a large range of species. So it stands to reason that not much happiness will come from very long periods of being alone.

Leadership = happy It is well documented that when dogs (and other animals) are given clear leadership, they are more content than those that are not. So obedience training for the dog is actually another way you can help increase the happiness factor. When your dog is looking to you for direction and be rewarded for his efforts, he will be much happier than when he’s trying to solve the problems of the world for himself. Sound obedience training may also save your dog’s life which certainly counts in the happiness stakes for you and him both! DogHQ, 5 Goldfield, Wairau Valley. Ph: 09 442 2365 www.doghq.co.nz

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Channel People: I Love Where I Live - Saskia Thornton

SASKIA'S SET ON THE SHORE! Saskia Thornton lives near Takapuna and wouldn’t have it any other way. The Marketing Manager is clearly enjoying her home of three years. She even works on the Shore for Imake, in Albany, who recently won the BDO Food & Beverage Exporter of the Year Award. Channel Magazine interviews Saskia this month about her favourite Shore haunts. Courtney Bennett: What do you love most about living on the North Shore? Saskia Thornton: I live close to Takapuna and love being so close to such a great beach. The cafes, bars and shops are also great!

CB: Have you always lived locally? ST: I’m originally from Wellington so moving to the North Shore was quite a change, especially weather wise! I have lived in Auckland for three years now, with the entire time being on the shore.

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CB: Your work is Shore-based too, what's your commute to work like? ST: It is great as I go against the majority of city bound traffic. My commute from Belmont to Albany takes around 25 minutes. In summer I bike to work on my electric bike which takes only 35 minutes - so is a great option to get some fresh air and exercise and avoid traffic! CB: Where do you work? ST: I work as Marketing Manager for a company called Imake. We are a North Shore-based company which specialises in developing and selling kits for home cheese-making, brewing, and distilling. We are the ones behind the brands Mad Millie, The Grainfather, Mangrove Jack’s and Still Spirits, which we sell to hobbyists all over the world!

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CB: Anything to complain about in your area? ST: Lake Road can get pretty busy at times, which makes getting in and out of where I live a bit frustrating. CB: Where's your favourite place to take a walk? ST: It would have to be Takapuna beach in winter time when it isn’t so busy! CB: Do you have a favourite local event that you look forward to? ST: The Takapuna Markets are great. CB: Where would you recommend visitors go to when they visit the Shore? ST: Devonport is such a lovely place to visit in the summer. The beaches are also not as busy, which is nice, and the walk up North Head has such spectacular views. CB: Get Channel delivered to your letterbox each month? ST: Yes! CB: What’s your favourite thing to do in your neighbourhood in winter? ST: Winter is a time for being indoors. I take full advantage of working for Imake and make a lot of my own cheese using Mad Millie cheese kits. CB: If we moved we would move to … ST: Where we live is perfect. We wouldn’t move.

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Shorecare Accident and Medical: Smales Farm, Takapuna

FREE ACC FOR UNDER 13S NOW AT SHORECARE Shorecare Accident and Medical is thrilled to announce it now offers free ACC and free medical* care for children aged 0-12 years. This includes all ACC consultations from July 1, at any time of the day or night, and is great news for all the young sporting stars we have on the North Shore! Shorecare also offers plastering and specialist appointments and will take care of all your children's ACC needs until they are back playing again. Its services include: • On-site x-rays • On-site fracture clinics • An adjacent pharmacy

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With the knowledge that Shorecare Smales Farm is open 24/7, 365 days a year, and Northcross being open 8am till 8pm, seven days a week (excluding public holidays), you can rest assured that whenever an accident occurs you will have a team of dedicated clinical professionals on hand to help.

…you can rest assured that whenever an accident occurs you will have a team of dedicated clinical professionals on hand to help. *Shorecare is also pleased to introduce its new free after hours medical consults for zero to 12 year olds - covering 6pm till 8am Monday to Friday, anytime on the weekends and even public holidays. This is sure to be reassuring news for parents with winter on our doorstep and peace of mind despite all the coughs and colds around! Both clinics offer free parking and are handy to the motorways. Shorecare specialises in caring for its community 24/7. For a list of fees and services visit www.shorecare.co.nz or phone 09 486 7777.

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Just Ask Sian: Relationship dilemmas with Sian Jaquet

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Following our feature on international parenting and relationship expert Sian Jaquet last month, we’re delighted that she has kindly agreed to become a Channel contributor with a regular Q & A column, addressing readers’ relationship dilemmas with her wisdom and irreverent humour! To ‘Ask Sian’ a question, simply email heather@channelmag.co.nz and she’ll give her spin on a solution to some of readers’ challenges.

Q: My son has recently started at school and the teacher has pointed out that he is rather restless in class. She suggested there could be some ADHD issues. My wife and I feel it’s more likely to be him just settling into the new environment, and are reluctant to investigate this as we feel kids can be too easily ‘put in a box’ from an earlier age. How do you suggest we should we tackle this? A: Dear ‘Parent with restless child', I can only hope I don’t get into too much trouble with the wonderful teachers who educate our primary school angels as I respond to your question. What exactly is she suggesting - that your son may have a ‘touch’ of ADHD? What’s more concerning is how she came to this diagnosis. I may be way off the mark, but my understanding is that it is only pediatricians, neurologists, psychiatrists and child psychologists that have the training to diagnose ADHD. I’m not trying to have a dig at teachers, I’m just trying to point out that the way you have been communicated to has created anxiety and judgments that are unnecessary. Something like this may have been better…”I’ve noticed your son finds focusing and concentrating a significant challenge. In my experience, this may be an indication of some development or learning issues. It’s too early to tell, but would you be open to talking with our special needs teacher to make sure we are supporting your son in the very best way we know how?” After reflecting on your question, I was reminded of those first years of education when I as a parent, stupidly allowed myself to measure my children's abilities or lack of, against their peers and the opinion of the teacher at the time. If I’m honest, at some level, I was scared to even think about the plethora of educational imperfections my children might grow up with. We all want our children to be socially and academically successful in their school careers. A teacher has just suggested different and you’re rejecting that suggestion, who wouldn’t? This is your little boy she’s talking about. All that said, I have no idea if your child has ADHD and, more to the point, neither do you or indeed his teacher. Let’s just say it as it is… your fear is that IF your child can’t behave normally in school (whatever normal is?) it’s because you're bad parents, or because your ‘perfect’ child may have ADHD, or could it be that your son is an immature little boy, who hasn’t quite understood the social and behavioural expectations that are now put on him as a student. ADHD is an emotive diagnosis when filtered through the eyes of our social circles and media. I remember listening to talk back radio discussing this very subject a few years back and I was shouting at my radio. Your job as a parent is to prepare him to be a functioning adult. IF he needs help to be educated, don’t bury your head in the sand. I suggest you have a look at some websites, do some ‘objective’ (said with love) research. From there, speak to the teacher and ask informed questions, if need be speak with an educational psychologist. Once you have done your homework and educated yourself on the subject, you will know instinctively what to do as a parent. Sian X

Q: I’ve been dating someone for three months now and it’s going well, but I’m wondering when is a good time to ask where it is leading? I don’t want to scare this guy away but also don’t want to be messed around. Help please! A: Dear 'Wondering if he’s the one', Looks like you went into this relationship looking for some company and fun for as long as it lasted. Otherwise you would have had this conversation around the third time of meeting…..world according to Sian. I suspect what you're really asking is, is it ok to fall in love with this guy and plan the next 50 years of my emotional life accordingly. Sorry Ms Wondering, I have absolutely no idea, but I do know that if your scared that someone isn’t as committed as you after three months of going well, you're probably right, and you will end up wondering for as long as he thinks he can get away with not making any emotional commitment. Sorry, but you're a grown up, tell him your truth, if he’s scared away, breath a sigh of relief and look to see if there is a pattern emerging in your choice of partners? Just saying. Sian X

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Channel People: Community Gem - Clare Montgomery

CLARE’S CUDDLE COTS

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North Shore mum of three Clare Montgomerie is raising funds for a cause very close to her heart. After losing her daughter Kate to a very rare placenta abruption, Clare is now rallying to help other people affected by losing a child at birth by fundraising for 'Cuddle Cots' for North Shore Hospital. After starting Kate’s Bears and donating these to other families in need, she wanted to do more to help. Clare, who lives in Albany, has so far has raised more than $7,000. Clare tells her story to Channel Magazine this month. CB: How did you get involved with 'Cuddle Cots'? CM: This whole journey started some two years ago when we lost our daughter suddenly to a very rare placenta abruption, which saw her blood vessels abrupt. This was something the doctors had never seen and certainly something we never could have imagined. We watched her blood vessels abrupt at a routine growth scan at 36 weeks and with the 15 minutes it took to get us to hospital and the two minutes to deliver Kate, it was all over. She had lost half her blood and despite attempts to resuscitate, she couldn’t sustain life. We started living our worst nightmare. We started Kate's Bears a few months later. Each family gets two bears. One larger one to keep and an identical smaller one to send with the child on its journey. We have so far, in the 18 months it has been going, supplied over 400 bears. We hope it gives parents something to hold at a time of empty arms, and also something to know they are not on this journey alone. It also helps us feel we can keep Kate's memory alive and she has created an amazing legacy. CB: Tell readers what the organisation is aiming to do? CM: Kate was with us at the hospital but every few hours to help with preservation we had to return her to the hospital refrigerator for a few hours. It was cold, heart breaking and all I wanted to do was keep her close, hold her and wrap her up warm. I couldn’t do any of it. I vowed from that day forward, I would do whatever it took to try and make the journey that parents like us face when losing a child, a little bit better. This year we wanted to take it one step further: Along with the bears, quilts and tiny nappies we donate to Auckland on Christmas Eve (Kate’s

half year anniversary), we want to donate a 'Cuddle Cot', so that families can keep their baby close by. So they don’t have to put them in a fridge, and so they can make a few more memories in the short time they have and share their baby with friends and family. We wanted to provide Cuddle Cots to the Waitemata and Auckland DHB’s so that parents in this area who are faced with this situation can have the gift of time. On Kate's 2nd birthday (24 June 2015) we started our fundraising campaign to ensure Waitemata and Auckland DHB’s both have a Cuddle Cot for families in need. We have so far raised about $7,000. CB: Why are you fundraising online? Are you doing anything else to fundraise too? CM: We have completed an auction via Facebook and raised just over $4,000 and we also have a 'Give A Little' page set up, with about $2,500 received. Our next fundraiser is a movie night at the end of August with the movie “Return to Zero”. This is a movie that was produced last year and never screened in New Zealand, but it was produced by a family who had a stillborn son. It is very moving and gives people a small glimpse into what it is like to bury a child. CB: What’s your favourite part about living on the North Shore? CM: The people and lifestyle. CB: Do you have any favourite community events you look forward to? CM: Concerts or shows at Bruce Mason Centre and all the markets around the place. CB: Who are the people you admire most and why? CM: Other baby loss parents. I know the journey they have been on and they are true survivors. They have been through the worst and still get up every morning. CB: Anything you feel we could better as a community? CM: Acknowledge that baby loss does happen. It is still one of the most taboo subjects. We had good friends cross the road because they didn’t know what to say. CB: What do you do in your spare time? CM: I’m a volunteer Ambulance Officer. CB: Which community organisations do you admire and why? CM: Camp Quality, Cure Kids, Starship - Those kids are faced with some unimaginable stories and many go through it without complaining. We have a lot to learn from them. CB: In another life, I’ll come back as… CM: Someone who can make a real difference to many people.

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Takapuna Beach needs a good playground for our youngsters. We are fortunate that a generous local couple – Jackie Kerridge and Chris Reeve – have agreed to underwrite the building of this playground on Gould Reserve (the main beach reserve on The Strand). Plans have been developed that have been endorsed and approved by the Local Board and Auckland Council. A resource consent has been lodged - it’s all go!

We have set up a Give-A-Little page where individuals and families can make contributions to the new playground:Visit: www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/takaplayground In addition there are donation and sponsorship opportunities for businesses or entities wishing to make significant contributions to the project.

A Charitable Project

A trust has been set up to manage this process – the Takapuna Beach Playground Charitable Trust. Once the playground has been built by the trust, it will be gifted to the people of the North Shore and Auckland.

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WITH DR PAUL LUGARIC & DR LAURA WEBSTER AN INTRODUCTION

THE TOOTH COMPANY’S NEWEST ADDITIONS, DR PAUL LUGARIC AND DR LAURA WEBSTER TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THEMSELVES AND THEIR NEW LIFE IN NZ.

What are the main differences, if any, between dentistry in the UK and NZ? Laura - Well it’s all upside down for a start… No, really the biggest difference for me is that we dedicate a lot more time to each appointment here, which is great for building relationships with patients and making sure they are involved with their dental treatment each step of the way.

Tell us about yourselves? Paul - I enjoy playing football and have recently started playing golf (any tips welcome!). I travelled to New Zealand and the Cook Islands as part of my dental degree & decided you guys do life better down here!

Paul - As Laura says the biggest difference is the time we are able to spend focusing on each individual patient - its great! Also great is the awesome technology at The Tooth Company, like the CEREC machine to make one-visit crowns.

Laura - I love skiing and I’m having a lot of fun trying out all the amazing restaurants & cafes in Auckland! What areas of dentistry do you enjoy? Paul - I actually enjoy the variety dentistry brings, I feel confident with all aspects of treatment. I taught undergraduate students oral surgery skills at the University of Sheffield but I also enjoy a nice relaxed root canal treatment! Laura - I like making people feel happy and relaxed in the surgery, and making sure they are super involved in their treatment decisions & preventative care. I have a lot of fun treating children!

What’s it like being married and both being dentists? Paul - We never run out of toothpaste! Laura - It’s great to be able to bounce ideas for treatment planning & clinical decisions off each other, but we try not to talk about teeth too much at home. What is your main piece of advice you give patients to keep their teeth healthy? Paul - Spit not rinse! After you have brushed your teeth spit out the toothpaste and don’t rinse out with water - otherwise you just rinse off all the useful ingredients in the toothpaste to help keep your teeth and gums healthy!

Laura - Use a good quality electric toothbrush, chew sugar-free gum between meals, and visit your dentist before any problems start to hurt. Who do you think will win the Rugby World Cup at the end of the year? Paul - Depends how many Kiwis get injured before it… England! Laura - It would be great if England managed it with us being the hosts, but an England v All Blacks final would be pretty exciting.

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Residential Property Management: Quinovic

Cam Calkoen: Bending Perceptions, Inspiring Change

The Importance Of Inspections A common mistake new landlords often make is tenanting their property as quickly as possible to get the revenue stream started. But before that happens, it’s is crucial to carry out a thorough inspection of the property and record everything about the property. The initial inspection BEFORE the start of any tenancy is the most important inspection of all. This inspection is the foundation of the tenancy moving Sandra May. forward. Once the tenants have been there for weeks or months, it will be difficult to remember the details of the condition of the house and grounds as they were at the outset. While the property is still vacant; just before the start of the tenancy – take as many photographs of the condition and the chattels as possible and record the current condition – not just the defects. Every room, the exterior of the property and grounds should be covered in your initial inspection as well as the deviation from good condition to any sort of defects, scratches, marks or functionality should be noted. As soon as tenants are found, we recommend checking the report together and both parties should sign and agree. It is important that both parties know what the condition is of the property at the beginning of the tenancy, and what, if anything, needs to be repaired. “Quinovic Takapuna will always make sure a thorough inspection is completed when the property is going under management and before the start of each tenancy. The inspection report will be down to the very detail of every single room and the condition, and be supported by hundreds of photographs.” says Sandra May; Business Development Manager. By integrating the tenants into the process and agreeing on the condition right at the start of the tenancy, the foundation of the business relationships is built. It enables the tenants to feel part of the process and to be confident that the property inspection report will not be slanted in the landlords favour. At the end of the tenancy, this exact report should be used to complete the move out inspection. The initial inspection report will then show if there are any damages to the property. If existing damages or marks are already noted on the initial report, the tenants cannot be blamed for it at the end. However any new deliberate or careless damage will be easily identified and can be claimed from the tenant. The more detailed and accurate the move in property inspection report is carried out by the landlord and agreed upon start of the tenancy with the tenant, the easier the handling process at the end of every tenancy. If you as a landlord want to make sure a property inspection report is completed BEFROE AND AFTER each tenancy, talk to Sandra May today. Quinovic Takapuna offers this service plus many more as part of our comprehensive property management care and return package without extra charge. If you want to experience the experts in property care and return and make sure you get the best possible return on your investment, get in touch now! Contact Sandra May today! We also offer Free Rental Appraisals and an Investment Property Health Check for your property. For more information call Sandra May or Graeme Henderson at Quinovic; ph 972 2820, 021 844 531 or; sandra@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz

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Cam Calkoen is an inspirational speaker who is bending perceptions to inspire change and an attitude of awesomeness through simple, lasting human truths. Passionate about the Shore, this column reflects the awesomeness that surrounds us and the potential we all have to achieve a personal best.

Thinking about that four letter word... I want to kick things off with a thought about that four letter word we use when things are good and bad, it rhymes with truck, buck, and duck that’s right I’m thinking about ‘LUCK’ and how it comes about. Nike FLYEASE. Luck isn’t so much something that happens to us, more a reflection of what we see, what we do and what we create. In my capacity as an inspirational speaker I meet people who share their stories of luck, occasionally there are the situations which were totally out of their control such as being diagnosed with a disease or winning lotto but even with these the quality of life often comes as a reflection of what they see, what they do, what they create. Meet Mathew Walzer a 16 year old living with Cerebral Palsy. Going into his final years of college he didn’t want to be embarrassed and ashamed of the inability to do up his own shoes. Wanting to be able to wear “cool shoes” and gain independence he writes a letter and shares his experience with the biggest shoe company he knows, Nike. Inspired by Matthew's letter and a string of events Tobie Hatfield (a designer at Nike) realises the power they have as a company to not just see athletes perform better, run faster, jump higher but see all people perform better just in the sense of quality of life. The result is the Nike FLYEASE a slip on shoe that when done up looks like any other basketball boot – totally awesome! Mathew was given the first pair of Nike FLYEASE, he met NBA Basket-baller LeBron James, and people see him as lucky. He is, only because he saw a gap, did something about it and there was a creation. The perceived glamour is the well deserved “cherry on top”. Mathew's story segways beautifully into the thought of sharing our biggest dreams with the biggest names we know to produce a result that others may perceive as lucky. If we want to see something, do something, create something, don’t be afraid to speak our dreams to people we know are qualified through skills, networks and passion to get us on our way. If we want to be the best dancer, contact the best, if we want to be the best lawyer contact the best, if we want to be the best entrepreneur, then reach out. Take away the mental obstacles such as wealth, fame, status, age and distance, and build a rapport around legacy and living with intention. The brands (be it a person or company) that sustain excellence through the seasons of life operate through the motivation of legacy and intention. It is here that the seemingly impossible becomes the new cool. Success breeds success and everything has a beginning. So let’s forget about ‘can’t’, ‘don’t’, ‘won’t’, let’s not see luck as magic but a result of action, and see this moment go from good, to great, to awesome! In a wrap to what this was all about what we do and what we don’t do influences who we be. Who we be influences the world we see and if we look at the world not as “me” but as “we” then what a special place it can be.

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Shore Things with Alex Dawson

Bumper Ball

Have a ball with Bumper Ball!

Minimum rules, maximum fun! WHAT IS BUMPER BALL? Bumper Ball is a great way to have fun while having a great work out at the same time. It can be as relaxed or as competitive as you wish, with the option to play organised games, or just have a free for all! Players are securely harnessed inside the balls, and can run and bump into each other while trying to play games like soccer and bull rush.

WHO CAN PLAY BUMPER BALL? Pretty much anyone. Our recommended minimum age is 7, although we have had younger children using them – if they can stand up and run in the balls they’re good to go! And there’s no maximum age – the straps in the balls are easily adjustable depending on the size of the player.

WHAT TYPE OF EVENTS DO YOU CATER FOR? Again, almost anything, from birthday parties to stag dos to large corporate events, we have done the lot! Private parties are extremely popular and we have also worked with church groups, school camps, school fairs and galas, fundraisers, social clubs, company team building, sports team training, corporate Christmas/staff parties, and many others! Just tell us what your event is and we can be there to add fun and excitement!

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN PLAY? We recommend a minimum of six, and have catered for groups of over 100.

WHERE IS IT PLAYED? We come to you, or a venue of your choice. We are currently located in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and will travel anywhere in those regions, as well as further afar if needed. Bumper Ball can be played outdoors (grass or artificial turf are the best options) and indoors in locations like school or community gyms. WHAT DO YOU SUPPLY? Pretty much everything – the Bumper Balls of course, plus other equipment like soccer balls, cones and goals. You just need to come dressed for exercise, and have some refreshments handy.

IS IT SAFE? As with any physical activity there is a risk of injury, and safety is our first priority. Our fully trained staff will provide a full safety briefing before the event begins, ensure everyone is harnessed correctly and supervise events to ensure any risk is as minimal as possible.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE? We recommend one hour for a standard event, but for larger groups we will work with you on the best solution for your event. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The pricing depends on a number of factors, such as number of balls, and how long you want to play for. We are extremely good value for money and will provide a detailed, all-inclusive price at the time of your enquiry.

EAT, DRINK & PLAY Alex Dawson is a proud North Shorian and the Community Manager for Yelp Auckland. Yelp is the urban city guide that helps people discover where to eat, drink, shop & play in the City of Sails.

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WINTER CALLS FOR COMFORT FOOD

It’s easy to feel downcast when the days get shorter and the nights colder, but with an abundance of cosy North Shore eateries why not make the most of frosty winter nights with a hearty serving of comfort food. Here are my top 5 picks… THE ENGINE ROOM, NORTHCOTE POINT – TWICE-BAKED GOATS CHEESE SOUFFLÉ The Engine Room’s signature twice-baked goats cheese soufflé is the crème de la crème of any comfort food guide. It’s so good, even city-siders flock to the Shore to indulge in its beautiful light and crisp exterior and velvety cheese centre.

AL FORNO, TAKAPUNA – CARBONARA With three generations of expertise, Al Forno’s generous servings of hearty Italian fare are matched with warm and welcoming service. When the mercury drops, you can’t beat a bowl of their rich, creamy, classic carbonara.

LITTLE & FRIDAY, BELMONT – DOUGHNUTS With so many L&F treats to chose from it’s hard to pick a comfort food favourite, but my first prize goes to their sugar-dusted doughnuts. Deep-fried brioche dough, generously filled with crème diplomat and jam, and dusted with sugar or, if you’re feeling adventurous, try the chili chocolate flavour.

HOW DO I BOOK? Email us on info@bumperball.co.nz, or call 09 537 1583. RAMEN TAKARA, BROWNS BAY – RAMEN This cosy spot serves up some of the best steaming bowls of broth and noodles this side of the bridge. Ramen Takara’s noodles are handmade on-site and paired with fresh local ingredients to create a flavoursome bowl of belly-warming goodness.

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The flawless balance of sweet and savoury, piping hot and delicious. Stafford Road Wine Bar’s mulled wine is well loved by locals. If mulled wine doesn’t take your fancy, perhaps a glass of Syrah or stout will help beat the winter blues.

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Channel People: I Love My Sport - Harri Adams

TALENTED TEEN IS WEARING OUR FLAG WITH PRIDE Harri Adams is a 16-year-old New Zealand volleyball player from Mairangi Bay. Sport has always played a major part in his life and when he first tried volleyball in year nine, he reckons he 'wasn’t that flash'! He’s clearly come a long way since then. Harri now plays volleyball for Rangitoto College, East Coast Bays, North Harbour, and for our national team. Channel Magazine interviewed Harri whilst he was in Thailand, where he is currently representing New Zealand. Courtney Bennett: What’s the best part about representing New Zealand? Harri Adams: Playing for New Zealand and wearing our flag on my chest.

hanging out with my mates down at the sand courts playing two-a-side beach volleyball.

CB: What do you most like about volleyball? HA: The physical attributes of the game, the competitiveness, and the social side of things. I've met so many people through volleyball who are now some of my best friends.

CB: What are your career goals? HA: Not too sure yet. Hopefully playing professional volleyball. I would love to travel the world, especially doing what I love... playing volleyball.

CB: Who are the players you look up to and why? HA: Sérgio Santos is a Brazilian professional volleyball player who plays in the libero position. He is regarded as one of the best libero's of all time and has achieved many titles. I look up to him because I play the same position as him and he is a great role model in terms of physical skill and mental strength on and off the court. Also Jenia Grebennikov, the French libero, for much the same reasons. CB: What do you do in your spare time? HA: Volleyball. That's it. There's hardly a day I'm not in the gym training. If I'm bored I'll go up the road to school and train in the gym. In summer I also enjoy

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CB: Do you enjoying playing and watching other sports? HA: I mostly just watch volleyball games live streaming through YouTube, or any other volleyball related videos. I'll happily watch other sports on TV with my friends around too. CB: If you could play any other sport, what would it be and why? HA: Basketball because it's quite popular at my school and it's also a fun and easy way to hang out with mates socially. CB: How important is the support of your family and friends? HA: Very important. Without them I wouldn't have come this far. My parents and older brothers used to drop me off and pick me up to all my trainings and stuff before I got my license. Both my friends and family support me to train and work hard as well as get me to places like NZSS Nationals down the country and the NZ Youth Team trip to Thailand.

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NZ Youth Men's Volleyball Team 2015. Harri Adams (front row, third from left).

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CB: Do you have a mentor? HA: I have a couple: Nathan has coached me for club and school teams and is an awesome role model for me. He was the former captain for the NZ U21 volleyball team and played the position setter (which I first started out as). I first got the opportunity to play alongside him last year in the same club men's team. He shows great team values, which rub off on everyone. Nathan and I are good friends and also spend a lot of time off the court together. And Ryan, who is one of my best mates. I met him back in Year 9 or 10 and only talked to him because we both played volleyball. He and I are the only two boys from my year that really love our volleyball. We play beach volleyball together and are in a few of the same indoor teams. Every training I go to, he goes to. We both work hard together and it's great because we encourage each other. This really helps us both to get better. Anytime we're bored or have free time, him or I will text each other and we'll find a place to go play volley. Ryan excels in his volleyball, and is a part of the NZ beach volleyball squad which are on tour in the U.S. CB: In 10 years time, I’ll be… HA: I will still be playing volleyball all the time. I'll hopefully have travelled some of the world and settled down in my own home with a nice job.

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North Shore scientists launch major global health study An AUT neuroscience team has embarked on what could become the world’s largest health study, in a bid to tackle the mounting toll of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The study is being conducted via the Stroke Riskometer , an app that allows users to assess their individual stroke risk on a smartphone or tablet. By tapping into the power of mobile technology, scientists hope to gain vast amounts of international data and generate insights that will significantly reduce the devastating impact of diseases such as stroke, diabetes, dementia and heart disease. TM

AUT Professor Valery Feigin says the study, Reducing the International Burden of Stroke Using Mobile Technology (RIBURST), has the potential to save countless lives and billions of dollars worldwide. “Non-communicable diseases are the leading cause of deaths worldwide and result in serious disability for millions of people. Current primary prevention strategies are simply not effective enough,” says the study lead. “We need a step-change in the care and prevention of major non-communicable diseases, but at present we lack the data that’s critical to attaining that.” The information collected through the RIBURST Study will allow AUT’s research team to develop predictive algorithms that are unique to different parts of the population and based on modern risk factors.

Pro Vice-Chancellor’s Perspective I recently attended the opening of the new National Aquatic Centre at AUT Millennium. The facility, made possible by Centre benefactor Sir Owen Glenn, will be the home of aquatic sport in New Zealand and a beacon to attract major domestic and international competitions. Swimming New Zealand, New Zealand Water Polo and Paralympics New Zealand will operate high performance training programmes at the Centre. It will also enable expansion of AUT Millennium’s award winning swim school and water safety programmes, and increase provision for aquatic sports and public swimming. This ambitious venture would not have come to fruition without widespread support and enthusiasm from sporting bodies, community leaders, government and financial contributors, and underscores the importance of partnerships in developing sport and wellbeing. The Centre signifies AUT Millennium’s commitment to developing facilities that benefit both high performance sport and the wider community. This dual purpose dates back to the 1990s, when the North Shore’s Sir Graeme Avery and Sir Stephen Tindall developed their vision to create a world class facility that would cater for the nation’s best athletes and local athletes alike, and contribute to a fitter and healthier community.

“By delivering population-specific predictive algorithms plus preventative strategies tailored to different cultural and ethnic groups, we hope to dramatically reduce the burden these diseases place on people, families and health systems around the world,” says Professor Feigin. With an estimated 1.75 billion smart-phone users around the world, the potential scale of the research is immense and could eclipse that of the largest medical experiment in history, a polio study conducted in the 1950s. Field trials for the Salk vaccine involved 1-2 million participants and led to near eradication of the disease, an inspiring outcome for AUT’s RIBURST Study team.

Prof. Max Abbott Pro Vice-Chancellor, AUT North Campus

The Millennium Institute of Sport and Health opened in 2002. By 2009 demand was exceeding capacity, and the Institute and University formed a partnership to further expand the facility – a natural step for AUT, with its North Shore based School of Sport and Recreation, health science schools, and collective of experts on wellbeing and potential. Today the University’s Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) is based at AUT Millennium, along with its Human Potential Centre and a range of other centres and clinics. Staff and postgraduate students work closely with colleagues at High Performance Sport New Zealand and national sports organisations to facilitate gains in elite and community sport. Jacques Rugge, President of the International Olympic Committee, labelled AUT Millennium “absolutely unique” following his visit – and in the top three of the twenty or so international centres he had experienced. AUT Millennium has undoubtedly come a long way in a short time. While it still has some way to go to fully achieve its vision, the future looks bright – with plans for a national indoor training centre, all-weather turf and other facilities underway. Continued support from the community and partner organisations are essential to achieving further development and success. www.channelmag.co.nz Issue 57 - August 2015

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Business Success: Auto Super Shoppes Auto Super Shoppes group founders David Storey (left) and Geoff Harper with GM Kellie Tremayne.

From the Shore to Nationwide... Auto Super Shoppes formula a real winner It is no secret that the North Shore is increasingly becoming a real hub for New Zealand business. More recently the strength of the tech sector has been highlighted. But business north of the Harbour Bridge has many other strings to its bow. One prime example is the Auto Super Shoppes group of vehicle workshops that has its heritage and headquarters right here on the North Shore. The Auto Super Shoppes brand was founded nine years ago by well-known Shore locals David Storey and Geoff Harper. It has grown to encompass 73 workshops spread throughout the country, employing over 300 full time staff. Six of their flagship workshops are based right here on the Shore, with a further four just on our doorstep in the Hibiscus Coast and Rodney area. For David Storey and Geoff Harper, the formation of the Auto Super Shoppes group was a culmination of their shared desire to set up a group that offered a real point of difference in the areas of standards, professionalism and commitments that they believed were often lacking with many operators. Nine years on their achievements with the group have exceeded those initial expectations. “Both Geoff and I have had a long involvement with the MTA, and despite being competitors back in 2006 we got together at a conference and started talking about the benefits of joining together and creating a group to lift our all round professionalism,” explains David Storey. “We believed there would be real advantages in setting standards as well as pooling our purchasing and marketing efforts and this has proven to be the case.” While the group started off small and very much on the North Shore – with Geoff’s Birkenhead business and David’s Albany business, it wasn’t long before they added other local outlets and were then off around the country. “We toured New Zealand, every town,” adds Geoff Harper "We’d send an invitation for a presentation, then drive down and present the concept which most loved and nine years later we have nearly 80 workshops that are really benefitting from the strong Auto Super Shoppes brand. These are all clean presentable

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‘premium' automotive repair centres that have had to meet strict criteria in order to become part of the group." "A key ingredient that our customers appreciate is that all workshops have a 'no surprise’ policy so costs remain in check. If further repairs are necessary you will be contacted by our team for approval as we like to keep you in the loop every step of the way. Our shops repair all makes and models but some workshops also specialise in specific makes. Throughout the network we have plenty of specialist expertise forming a knowledge bank that all of our members can readily tap into. And of course all our workshops are MTA approved, nothing less.” Local North Shore Auto Super Shoppes workshops are at Albany, Birkenhead (two), Forrest Hill, Wairau Park and Takapuna. As a testament to their standing, all Auto Super Shoppes members are approved repairers for some of New Zealand’s largest fleet companies. Kellie

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Tremayne is the General Manager of the group, based in Albany. Kellie is always happy to discuss the fleet requirements of those who have 20 or more vehicles. With the nationwide network Auto Super Shoppes has a great offering for those with fleets who operate from one place or in many places around New Zealand. So there it is folks, another North Shore business success story. And best of all this has all been achieved by these clever locals who have been involved in their local communities for decades. Dave Storey in sport – particularly as a tennis player of some note and then Club Captain. He also attends City Impact Church and is involved with local business groups. Dave is also the current national president of the MTA. Geoff grew up on the Shore. Karting was his first passion, then Speedway with TQs and Midget Car racing, along with off road racing. Geoff has also been interested in engine development and with his HLR race team has developed competitive race motors over the years. His young race drivers and crew members have also appreciated the opportunities they have received in developing their racing skills and automotive knowledge. Recently the team has been able to participate in the USA speedway achieving amazing results in the feature races.

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North Harbour Business Association: News

C3 launch event a success! Businesses and students meet their matches at C3 July's launch of NHBA's latest initiative - the C3 programme at Massey University had the room humming. This new programme, piloted in partnership with Massey University, provided the chance for local businesses to connect, communicate and collaborate, and to meet students looking for employment opportunities, including internships. Thirty local companies showcased their businesses and upcoming projects to approximately 300 students. In turn, the students were able to introduce themselves and show what they had to offer as potential interns and employees. Businesses were impressed with the student turnout, and successful 'matches' were made over the course of the afternoon. Huge thanks to all the businesses that took part, and the students who attended, for making the event such a great success.

The C3 programme...what's it all about? Massey University has students at all levels, in all disciplines, ready to offer your business their skills, enthusiasm, and up-to-the-minute knowledge. Whether you need interns or new employees, Massey students have the savvy and drive to contribute to your team. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll connect with fresh ideas, benefit through the collaboration of the latest academic research and your experience, and develop innovative solutions to increase your profits. In return, the students gain invaluable real-world experience and connections that will help kick-start their careers. There are still quality students looking for internships and employment in most business areas, including some in engineering. Let us know if you have any upcoming projects that an intern could help with, or job vacancies, and we'll put you in touch. Email Debra Metcalfe at admin@nhba.org.nz to enquire. For more information visit nhba.org.nz/c3

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Transport Spotlight: Roads, Buses, Cycling & Walking

It is no secret that the Auckland roading network has needed enhancements to cater for growth. The good news for readers is that there are big plans in the pipeline for North Shore over the next few years as part of the ’Northern Corridor Improvements programme’. Channel’s Aidan Bennett went along to the NZ Transport Agency office, located in Apollo Drive, to find out about the plans that include alterations to State Highway 1 (SH1) at Constellation Drive; the extension of the Busway from Constellation to Albany; Cycle ways and walk ways. North Shore residents will soon be able to find out the latest designs for a range of NZ Transport Agency initiatives planned over the next few years.

CONTINUOUS MOTORWAY CONNECTION TO WESTERN RING ROUTE Relief on its way for Constellation Drive area with continuous flyover connection

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Transport Spotlight: Roads, Buses, Cycling & Walking

Extensions on the way for the Busway.

Priority bus shoulder in action.

The Northern Corridor and Albany Bus Station.

Greville Road interchange.

The biggest project in the Northern Corridor Improvements programme will see a new direct, continuous motorway connection built between the Northern Motorway (SH1) near Constellation Drive out towards West Auckland, connecting with an upgraded Upper Harbour Highway (SH18). The new connection will open up direct motorway access to the 'Western Ring Route' – a new strategic route being built by the Transport Agency that will provide an alternative route to taking SH1 through the central city. The Western Ring Route instead sweeps out through West Auckland using the upgraded NorthWestern Motorway (SH16), including the new Waterview Tunnels under construction by St Lukes, and an upgraded SH20 all the way through to Manukau, before re-joining the main SH1 route as it continues onto Hamilton. The new connection will offer a different option for travellers wishing to avoid major incidents like the Harbour Bridge being closed or peak hour traffic delays. It will also help to provide a strategic route for the large increases in freight movements in the next 20 years expected to and from Northland, headed to Hamilton or Tauranga. The big drawcard for Shore residents is that the Western Ring Route also links to the new SH20A to Auckland Airport – providing an alternative route to and from the airport. Construction of the new motorway connection is planned to begin in 2018.

ALL MODES OF TRANSPORT BEING LOOKED AT This new North Shore motorway connection will be supported by a range of other new travel options that the Northern Corridor project is proposing for the local community, whether you are a local road user, bus patron, walker or cyclist. By looking at all modes of transport and proposing a range of new services, the Northern Corridor Improvements project is aiming to put together a fully integrated transport plan that addresses the booming growth in housing and employment in the Albany Metropolitan area – an area stretching from Mairangi Bay and Unsworth Heights all the way further North up through Rosedale, North Harbour, East Coast Bays, the Albany centre itself and up to Oteha Valley Road. More new housing areas are also coming soon in the areas further North of Oteha and Albany Village itself. One of the proposals includes progressing plans to extend the Northern Busway from where it currently ends at Constellation Bus Station all the way through to Albany Bus Station. Extending the dedicated Busway will allow buses to travel in both directions, meaning buses would no longer have to…

Greville Road interchange under construction in 2014.

FASTER TRIPS TO WORK WITH PRIORITY BUS SHOULDER Albany and East Coast Bays bus commuters will be noticing a faster trip to work in the peak hour morning rush on the Northern Motorway, after a new 1km bus shoulder opened in June. The opening of the priority bus shoulder means citybound buses bypass the queues of traffic on the motorway, before entering the dedicated Busway at Constellation Bus Station. The bus shoulder works were completed over a three month period, and were part of a highly-visible project working on the Northern Motorway between Constellation Drive/Upper Harbour Highway and Greville Road over the past year. The improvements project added an additional Northbound lane, widening SH1 to three lanes, and upgraded the intersection at the Greville Road interchange. There are now multiple offramp lanes moving traffic through to the Albany Expressway and Greville Road. A new shared path for pedestrians and cyclists was also built through the area. This project aimed to provide relief in the Albany area, while the wider Northern Corridor Improvements project continued to be investigated. “The Upper Harbour Highway to Greville Road widening project is the first stage of our works on the Northern Corridor Improvements project,” says NZ Transport Agency Auckland and Northland Highways Manager Brett Gliddon. “The improvements made in this area will provide relief for the next few years while we plan, design and build the larger Northern Corridor Improvement project’s long term infrastructure. “Data on SH1 Northbound is already showing substantial improvements since the widening to three lanes. The opening of this southbound bus shoulder will help ensure journey reliability for bus passengers while we continue plans for an extension of the dedicated Busway. “The Transport Agency thanks morning bus passengers and our colleagues at Auckland Transport bus services for their patience during the bus shoulder works period.” The Upper Harbour Highway to Greville Road widening project has been delivered by Auckland-based infrastructure companies HEB Construction and Beca.

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Transport Spotlight: Roads, Buses, Cycling & Walking Map showing Northern Corridor plans linking north and west.

New walking and cycling paths are part of the mix.

…merge with traffic and could travel at a consistent speed. This would speed up bus trip times and increase their reliability. It would also futureproof for the Busway to be extended further in the future to Silverdale. The Busway extension complements the plans Auckland Transport recently consulted on which propose a more efficient bus route network, including using Albany and Constellation station as ‘hub’ transfer stations for many major Albany and East Coast Bays bus services. The NZ Transport Agency first sought North Shore residents’ feedback on the Northern Corridor Improvements project plans late last year, at a series of open days. More than 500 people had their chance to have their say at a stand at Westfield Albany in November, as did other key stakeholder organisations, iwi and business owners at a range of group meetings and workshops. Since then, the Transport Agency has been analysing the community’s feedback along with further detailed analysis and geotechnical work to help further narrow down the options. This work has included considering the community’s ideas for new walking

The Busway extension complements the plans Auckland Transport recently consulted on which propose a more efficient bus route network… and cycling paths in the area, to help encourage people to take up other more active ways to travel to community services, work or school. NZ Transport Agency advises that it should be able to update the community over the next few months with the latest designs and gather in more feedback and ideas. To keep updated on the dates for their events, to read more detail, or to have your say online, check out the website regularly – www.nzta.govt.nz/aucklandnorthern-corridor

NEW NZTA COMMUNITY HUB IN APOLLO DRIVE North Shore residents and businesses can view the NZ Transport Agency’s project plans and meet the team anytime by dropping into a new community hub launched in Apollo Drive, Rosedale. The information office is open 9am-4pm Monday to Friday and has display boards with graphics and maps of the Northern Corridor Improvements project as well as areas to sit down and have meetings with the team. Meetings can also be pre-arranged by calling 0800 NCI Project or emailing the team at northerncorridor@nzta.govt.nz . The office is based at 33A Apollo Drive with some limited parking spaces available. The office is around a 10-15 minute gentle walk from the Constellation Bus Station.

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Residents hearing about the project at the new info hub.

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Cover Feature: Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre

AUT Millennium CEO Mike Stanley beside the 50 metres by 25 metres and 10 lane swimming pool at the new Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre.

NATIONAL AQUATIC CENTRE HUGE FOR THE SHORE Channel’s Aidan Bennett profiles the new Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre that opens this month at AUT Millennium

At Channel Mag we love it when great things happen on the Shore, and we’ve got a real biggie this month. New Zealand’s new national aquatic headquarters opens for business at the wonderful AUT Millennium facility in Mairangi Bay. The sensational new world class facility will be known as the Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre, taking the name of Sir Owen, a significant contributor to the project via the Glenn Family Foundation. "New Zealand lacked a swimming venue which meets the requirements of FINA, aquatics governing body,” said AUT Millennium CEO and New Zealand Olympic Committee President, Mike Stanley, when explaining why the new National Aquatic Centre was needed. “We were unable to host international aquatic events. The pool will also meet the growing demand for flat water, both by high performance sport and the community." The new $25 million centre is certainly going to be a real asset to the community. It will be open 50 weeks of the year and the public will have access to the facility at all times. Aquatic facilities will be the very best for athletes, AUT Millennium members, schools, teams and community groups. There will be 90 hours of public lane swimming each week. The Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre is a FINA approved international competition venue that boast's two pools. A 2.2 metre deep 50 metres by 25 metres and 10 lane swimming pool suitable for hosting international level swimming and waterpolo competitions and a 1.2 metre deep multi use 25 metres by 10 metres pool. The facility will be capable of seating 1,500 spectators, which can be temporarily boosted to 4,500 for the big events.

And there is likely to be quite a few of those. Water safety education on the Shore will get a real shot in the arm as a result of the centre opening. The AUT Millennium Swim School capacity will increase to over 4000 lessons a week – making it easily the largest swim school in the country. Water safety will also be taught to up to 2000 students per week. The facility is the new home of aquatic sport in New Zealand and will be an international competition venue, bringing large numbers to the North Shore. It will be the home of Swimming New Zealand administration and the AquaBlacks high performance squad; Water Polo New Zealand administration and high performance squads; Paralympics New Zealand’s swimming high performance squads; North Shore Swimming Club; North Harbour Water Polo Club. It will also be a training facility for Triathlon New Zealand, New Zealand Surf Lifesaving, local triathlon and surf lifesaving clubs The National Aquatic Centre has been developed by AUT Millennium Ownership Trust in partnership with the Auckland Council and with the generous support of Lottery Grants Board, Lion Foundation, Sport New Zealand and the Glenn Family Foundation. AUT Millennium is a charitable trust that seeks to help New Zealand athletes win on the world stage and the community to live longer, fitter lives through the provision of facilities, services, research and education. The organisation operates seven business units including the swim school and gym and has strong relationships with High Performance Sport New Zealand and Auckland University of Technology (AUT). “This is another example of Sport New Zealand’s continued investment in

The second pool is 25 metres by 10 metres.

Mike Stanley (left) and his AUT Millennium National Aquatic Centre team.

Sir Owen Glenn unveils the naming plaque with Sir Graeme Avery.

a network of high performance facilities to give our athletes the best chance of success on the world stage,” says Sport New Zealand Chief Executive, Peter Miskimmin. High Performance Sport New Zealand CEO Alex Baumann is also delighted with the new centre and the important part it will play in high performance sport. “This pool is a great addition to the National Training Centre, and will help our athletes achieve their full potential,” says Baumann. Swimming New Zealand and New Zealand Water Polo are excited about having their base at the new facility and, along with Paralympics New Zealand, will operate their high performance programmes at the centre. “With a view of bringing together Swimming New Zealand’s head office and high performance programme, the new national aquatic centre provides great opportunities for the organisation and the sport,” said Swimming New Zealand CEO Christian Renford in late July. “A dedicated aquatic facility is a significant step forward in the development of swimmers and coaches based at the national aquatic centre and throughout the country.” The Centre opened in early August, in time to host the New Zealand Short Course Championships from August 11th. "In 2014 Auckland was named the third best sporting city in the world behind Melbourne and London,’ adds Mike Stanley. "AUT Millennium shares Auckland’s commitment to hosting major sporting events and we are thrilled that the National Aquatic Centre has its first event booked in - the 2016 FINA Women’s Youth Water Polo Championships." The Championships will be the first FINA World Championships to be held in New Zealand and will again show case New Zealand’s ability to host world-class events. The National Aquatics Centre will also host swimming and water polo competition for the 2017 World Masters Games. So there it is Channel readers, another reason to feel proud about living on the Shore. AUT Millennium was already a real asset to the community with its existing pool and facility that was first opened (as the Millennium Institute of Sport & Health) in 2002 thanks to founders Sir Graeme Avery and Sir Stephen Tindall. Now it’s on another level. Make sure you get along in August to take a look.

It will be open 50 weeks of the year and the public will have access to the facility at all times. Aquatic facilities will be the very best for athletes, AUT Millennium members, schools, teams and community groups. There will be 90 hours of public lane swimming each week.

For more information visit: www.autmillennium.org.nz.

The year so far... 2015 has been a year of diverse community activity at Smales Farm: yoga, bootcamps, 5-aside sports, Food truck lunches, school holiday giveaways and Stellar for Matariki have all brought the community closer together and introduced more of Auckland to this slice of the North Shore.

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North Harbour Club: News

By Courtney Jackson, GM, North Harbour Club AWARDS

New trustee elected at AGM Following the recent AGM, Tammy McLeod is the new trustee on the North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust. Tammy is owner and director of Davenports Harbour, a law firm based in Albany. She lives in Rothesay Bay with her husband Kerry and their two young children, Harry (5) and Will (2). While she grew up in the South Island she has now lived on the Shore for 18 years and couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. In her spare time Tammy is a keen baker and runner. I put these questions to Tammy shortly after the AGM in mid July. Courtney Jackson: How long have you been a member of the North Harbour Club? Tammy McLeod: I’ve been a member for three years, but I have been involved with the club for 11 years through my previous business partner, Derek Dallow. Derek retired from practice to become a school teacher three years ago. CJ: Why did you join originally? TM: The Club is an amazing organisation, doing so much good work on the Shore and it’s so wonderful to see an organisation which supports and promotes excellence. CJ: Davenports have a heritage with the club don’t they? TM: Yes, Derek Dallow, as mentioned above, was one of the founding members of the North Harbour Club, so Davenports has been involved right from the start, 20 years. The North Harbour Club fits with everything that we are trying to achieve as a firm – the promotion of young people, our regional area and of course excellence. CJ: What do you love about being a member? TM: I love the positivity of the club. Everyone is really enthusiastic and the events that the Club holds are a great way to meet new people and also treat my clients and staff to great functions with fantastic speakers. CJ: As our newest trustee, what are you looking forward to? TM: I am so excited about being a trustee – I am really looking forward to the opportunity to offer some of my legal and other skills to a worthwhile organisation and also to help shape the club as it moves into the future.

CJ: Were you clever enough as a youngster to apply for an AIMES Award? TM: Gosh, I don’t think so! When I went to school it seemed as though you were either good at sport or good at school. The young people who apply for AIMES Awards seem to be achieving so much in all areas of their lives! CJ: Which event have you enjoyed the most in the last couple of years? TM: Without a doubt the AIMES award every year is a huge highlight on our Tammy McLeod. social calendar, and every year I am amazed at the intelligent and talented kids who belong to the Shore. It’s also a great opportunity to dress up and celebrate with clients, staff and friends, and you don’t get to do that very often. CJ: Going to the 20th Birthday Gala Dinner? TM: Absolutely! The babysitter is already booked – My husband Kerry and I wouldn’t miss it! Tammy replaced long-serving trustee Gary Monk on the board. Gary's huge contribution to the club over most of its two decades was acknowledged by the club with a life membership. Aidan Bennett was elected the new President of the North Harbour Club, replacing Matthew Bellingham who had served three years and moves to be the Immediate Past President. Phil Brosnan was elected Vice President.

20th AIMES Awards Gala Dinner As this issue was hitting the streets entries for the 20th AIMES Awards were closing and the judges were starting the process of coming up with six AIMES category winners, AIMES Emerging Talent recipients, Junior AIMES recipients and an AIMES Supreme Award winner from around 100 applications. The 2015 AIMES Awards – and total grants of up to $180,000 – will be handed out at the clubs gala event of the year in November. This year the event takes on bigger significance with the club celebrating two decades of rewarding excellence achieved by the youth of the region. It is back to the future, with the 20th AIMES Awards Gala Dinner being held at The Langham Hotel, which was the venue for the inaugural awards in 1995. This will be a sensation evening with many previous winners coming back to entertain members, sponsors and their guests. “This will be a fantastic evening,” says North Harbour Club president Aidan Bennett. "Guests will enjoy a breathtaking venue with world-class performers -

many of our alumni are being flown home from around the globe to entertain us. We’ve achieved some incredible things in the North Harbour region, recognising and rewarding inspirational and talented youth through the AIMES Awards. This event will be a truly fitting way to celebrate what the club has achieved since those beginnings back in 1995. Indications are that we will have a crowd of 500600 people attending this gala event.” AIMES Awards Gala Dinner, The Langham Hotel Auckland, Friday November 13th 2015. For more information contact Courtney Jackson manager@northharbourclub.co.nz or 021 277 0699 or visit: www.northharbourclub.co.nz

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Channel Youth: with Hannah Patterson

Smells Like Teen Spirit? Hannah Patterson.

This month, we are pleased to have some new young blood among our Channel contributors...introducing a monthly feature from a teen perspective. Hannah Patterson is a Year 13 student at Takapuna Grammar School and member of the school’s Journalism Club. Here, we’re pleased to publish her piece which examines how teenagers can be perceived...

Teenagers. The bane of our society? Apathetic, self-obsessed and filled with first-world problems? If one were to believe the stereotypes, it would seem that teenagers are reckless and uninterested members of the community. This attitude towards teenagers is age-old, and spans across countries and centuries. The Greek philosopher Socrates wrote, ‘The children now love luxury. They have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise’. This sounds remarkably familiar to the words of parents in the 21st century. Well known cries of ‘back in my day,’ were said to our parents, who said it to us and one day, we will repeat the dreaded phrase to our children. It seems to be an inescapable aspect of humanity: worrying about the state of youth. Instead of jumping to conclusions and chastising the youth of today, why not take a step back and give teenagers the benefit of the doubt? It needs to be asked, are these stereotypes about teenagers true? Are they fair? Are teenagers as apathetic as they are often made out to be? To answer these questions, I turned to schools and students on the North Shore and my suspicions were confirmed. For many schools, encouraging community service and global awareness is an important part of the curriculum. Courses such as the International Baccalaureate Diploma include service as a compulsory aspect. What I have found is that when students are asked to contribute to the community, many will contribute their time and money generously. Takapuna Grammar School annually participates in ‘Orange Week.’ During this week, students donate money and cans which are given to the Auckland City Mission. This year, students raised around $1300 and donated 1051 cans. Earlier in the year students also raised around $1800 through a ‘mufti’ day for Habitat For Humanity. This kind of generosity is not an uncommon phenomenon; many students on the North Shore get involved in donation and service. Over the bridge, St Cuthbert’s students recently organised an International Food day, where $1500 was raised in a single day to be donated to an orphanage in India. Westlake Girls have also integrated service in school life, encouraging each ‘house’ to run different fundraisers for charities. This often involves donations of money, clothing and food and students working as volunteers. Looking at the information, it is clear that when asked, most teenagers will go above and beyond for a good cause. Raising money, running clothes drives and volunteering for charities are not things the minority of teenagers do. Multiple, if not all, North Shore schools have an element of community service in the culture of the school, and this directly contradicts the notion that teenagers are only concerned with themselves. “Unfortunately there is quite a lot of negative stereotyping of teenagers today which, from my experience, is often quite far from the truth!” says Molly PottingerCoombes, a student at Westlake Girls’. “I'm always blown away with the response of girls willing to give up their Saturday mornings to go and volunteer for a charity. I think a lot of people would be happily surprised with just how much teenagers want to help, when given the opportunity.” In many cases, teenagers are not only participating in events s ant Year 13' Shave For A Cure particip ger. Con a but organising them. They take Mer with , e Josh Kirk taking a selfi the initiative themselves. A

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TGS Year 13 student Parsa Hadiyounzadeh getting his head shaved by Pol Idelon for Shave For A Cure

group of Takapuna Grammar School students recently took the initiative to organise ‘Shave For A Cure’, an event which raised just under $5000 for Blood and Leukaemia New Zealand. Without any prompting, led by Danielle Desvaux De Marigny, a group of students took the initiative to revive the Shave For A Cure event. There were no requirements to organise or participate in the event, it happened purely because a group of teenagers wanted to make a difference. ‘Noodles for Nepal,’ was another student driven event at Takapuna Grammar. In the aftermath of the Nepal earthquakes, year 12 student Yutong Cheng felt compelled to take action. Following a suggestion by librarian Annie White, Yutong rallied her peers (eight girls) who organised sponsorship from The Warehouse, and used it to sell instant noodles at school in the courtyard. Over $300 was made across two lunchtimes. This is merely one school out of the 15 on the North Shore, whose students are also holding similar events and taking action. The 40 Hour Famine and Survivor are two other studentdriven events that raise thousands for the charity World Vision. Teenagers, like all people, are not perfect but like everyone else, they have the ability to create positive change. Looking at the schools on the North Shore, I believe it can be confidently said that teenagers can and will create positive change. Teenagers have fewer inhibitions, and perhaps that makes the perfect driving force for making a difference: They don’t dismiss things as unattainable, but strive to achieve ambitious goals. It is time to leave the age-old connotations behind. Teenagers have the desire and ability to be an asset to our community and we will continue to prove ourselves as better than our stereotype.

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Milford Community News: Christmas 2015

Christmas by the Lake

Aidan Bennett profiles a very special Christmas event that’s coming for all the family Isn’t the crew at the Milford Business Association playing a great role in the community? Fostering local business and playing a part in some great community events. They’re doing it again with a great family event coming up for Christmas 2015 – Christmas by the Lake – at Sylvan Park on the shores of Lake Pupuke in late November. This event will feature Christmas favourites from the Auckland Symphony Orchestra as well as lots of fun for all the family, including food stalls, face painting, balloon twisters, a bouncy castle and Santa himself. “This will be a real back-to-the-future event for Milford,” explains Milford Business Association Manager Murray Hill. “The Auckland Symphony Orchestra has a strong history with the area." “The late Fred and Mary Thomas were the long-serving Mayor and Mayoress of Takapuna. They lived by the lake in Shakespeare Road, near Carmel College, with their nine children. Mary was known for her philanthropy work - one of her most well known being the Carols by Candlelight Christmas event held annually on the shores of Lake Pupuke by the Pumphouse and attended by people from all over the Shore. This event petered away after Mary was no longer Mayoress." "Mary also loved music and was a foundation member of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra when it formed in 1975. Her son, Peter, has followed her love of music and is now the director and conductor of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra. "For the last two years, we at the Milford Business Association, had been trying to organise a Christmas concert in Sylvan Park, in conjunction with the Auckland Symphony Orchestra. We had developed an association with the orchestra as a result of taking over sponsorship of their Free Family concert series at the Bruce Mason Centre over three years ago. In fact, we sponsor them to the tune of $15,000 per annum, in association with Benefitz, Channel Magazine and The Milford Centre." “So it is neat that we can now establish a Christmas event for all the family as an extension of this relationship. With the Thomas family connection it is even more special. Two years ago we had a trial run at the Milford Primary School where the Auckland Symphony Orchestra plus the Milford and Belmont Primary school choirs played to a packed out school hall. Over 500 people attended who loved it, so that sewed the seed for something bigger." Last year, being as proactive as ever, the business association applied for funding from the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and received almost $20,000 toward putting on the concert in 2014. However, they were unable to raise the remainder required and ended up returning the money to the local board. "Last year, Mary Thomas sadly passed away. At her funeral I spoke with the manager of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra and said we should really put the effort in in 2015 and get the concert organised in memory of Mary, who would have loved to have seen it as the replacement for the community event she used to run every Christmas." The Christmas event was not something that Murray Hill was going to let pass. He spoke to Sir Stephen Tindall, who liked the idea and suggested they get in contact with an events company that does a lot of work for his group of companies. “As a result we have partnered up with Peter Allen from Seven Events Limited who also loved the sound of the event and could see it turning into something special,” says Murray Hill. "Peter is also a Milford resident and has children at Milford Primary and his wife teaches at Carmel College – a perfect fit. He has put his organisational expertise and contacts to work to ensure this event will be one of the highlights of the Christmas season this year for our North Shore community, particularly those living in our local board area." “Peter is a real professional so the event will be top notch. The equipment he has at his fingertips is of the highest quality to produce a fantastic sound and there will also be a monster screen. Add in the food stalls and entertainment for children and this will be a real family event." To add to the special nature of this years event, the Auckland Symphony Orchestra is also celebrating their 40th anniversary. The community is fortunate to have them performing free of charge, although Murray plans to have a collection for them during the concert so something will go back into their coffers.

Milford Business Association’s valued lead sponsor Harcourts Cooper & Co. will have their coffee and ice cream van as one of the food outlets and will donate half the takings to a local school. Other food outlets will include Napoli Central; Fusion Flavas; Paella Pan; Mr Whippy; Gogo Mexico; Pita Pit; Fritzweiners; Murica Freedom Foods. “It is a thrill that this is all coming together to make it a very special community occasion,” adds Murray Hill. “Our plan is to make this an annual event that’s a highlight of the year for North Shore families.” Christmas by the Lake, Sylvan Park, Milford 5pm until 8pm Saturday November 28th, 2015. For more information visit: www.milfordshops.co.nz or www.sevenevents.co.nz

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Milford - Everyone's Place: News

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in Milford Focus on Fashion Milford has become known as a FASHION MECCA in recent years and with great brands like Kimberleys, Bettie Monroe, Claires, Blue Illusions, Mikko Shoes, Ecco Shoes, Moochi and David Elman, to mention a few, it’s understandable! In total we have over 40 fashion businesses from the latest in clothing styles and jewellery, to men’s fashion and even clothing alterations. You’ll be well looked after by our friendly fashion businesses in the relaxed Milford environment. I’ve mentioned some of our wonderful brands on the opposite page, but don’t forget to check out all we have to offer on our new website – www.milfordshops.co.nz

Sign up for Mighty Milford Offers In the last month we have launched our new customer newsletter offering deals from local businesses. We will be sending it out twice a month to those on our database, with offers from local businesses exclusive to customers on the newsletter database. To sign up, go to our website – www.milfordshops.co.nz, on the right-hand side of the home page under the Community Notices panel, you will find a link to our signup page.

New Dessert store opens in Uptown Milford We welcome the arrival The Milford Dessert Depot which has opened recently opposite Harcourts. Owner, Mel and her friendly team have mouth-watering desserts for you 7 days a week and are open til late!. So pop in and try out something to quench that sweet tooth!

Have you been to our website lately? We have developed our website over the years, into a resource centre for Milford, in conjunction with the fantastic web design team from Benefitz. We believe it is quite comprehensive and invite you to look under the numerous headings we have: About Us • Our History • Our Town Centre • Our Future • Our Business Association • Our Residents Association

Getting to Milford • Parking • Driving to Milford • By Bus • Cycling • Walking

News • Interesting articles on Milford

Gallery • Pictures of events

Visiting Milford • Attractions • Accommodation

Directory • Three options: • type the business name into our Search box • click on the 1st letter of the business name • Find a business under Business Categories

Travel Promotion - Winners on Website Thanks to the thousands of Milford customers who have made this promotion a success yet again this year. Due to timing, we cannot publish the winner in this column, but you can find who the lucky winner of $2000 worth of Travel was on our website – www.milfordshops.co.nz Watch out in next months' Channel Mag for our next exciting consumer promotion.

Bridge over the Wairau Creek provides safe route for cyclists It’s great news that the contract has been let for the construction of the long-awaited new bridge over the marina on the Milford beachfront. I attended a meeting this month to discuss a new cycleway over a portion of the beachfront reserve, that will be incorporated into this project and give a safe alternative route for cyclists so they can avoid going through the busy shopping centre traffic. More news on the bridge project is on our website.

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Optometry & Eyewear: with Melissa Hay, Visique Milford

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How to Read Your Prescription With computers you don’t need to try and decipher someone’s handwriting, but trying to figure out what your spectacle prescription can mean is still a bit confusing to some. The first thing to look at is the date of the prescription. Most adults should be having their eyes tested bi-annually, but for some people it should be checked every year. Often, prescriptions also have an expiry date – which highlights when your eyes should be tested again. A sphere power means the strength of your glasses, so the bigger the number the stronger the glasses. If there is a little plus sign in front of this number it means you are longsighted. This is a common condition, meaning that your close vision is clearer than your long vision. It also means your eyes have to work hard to see anything – so unfortunately, the older you get, the harder your vision is. If there is a minus sign in front of this number, it means you are short-sighted. This means that your far vision is unclear and your require glasses or contact lenses to correct it. Next, there is a cyl power. This is the astigmatism component of your prescription, and most people have at least a small amount of this. Again, the higher the number, the stronger the correction. Astigmatism means that your eyes are slightly rugby ball shaped – rather than perfectly spherical, so you need some correction along an angle to correct the sight. In this case, the angle is at 90o, but it can be at any angle. People over 45 years old have an add, or extra power over their prescription giving their eyes the extra power they need to read with. Presbyopia is when the lens inside our eye becomes harder, lacking the ability to focus on near work. So, as optometrists, we give people an extra power for their close vision to make it easier for their vision. PD, stands for papillary distance. This is the distance in millimetres between the two eyes. Its not designed to be a character assessment of how close your eyes are together, but so we can set the glasses in the exact spot for you. When

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A sphere power means the strength of your glasses, so the bigger the number the stronger the glasses. If there is a little plus sign in front of this number it means you are long-sighted. we look near our eyes come slightly closer together, so we also measure this distance. Hopefully this helps to understand what your glasses prescription is…but, if you want any help deciphering yours, please give us a call or email. Melissa Hay, Visique Milford Optometrists, 489 4797 155 Kitchener Road, Milford, milford@visique.co.nz

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No sanding, priming, or undercoating - just paint straight on! Jill Brown at Furniture Candy is the exclusive stockist for Websters Chalk Paint Powder for the North Shore. Chalk paint is the magic paint everyone is talking about – DIY has never been easier! With Websters Chalk Paint Powder you do not have to sand, prime or undercoat - you just need to wipe your restoration piece down with a damp cloth and start painting…it’s that easy! You can mix Websters Chalk Paint Powder with ANY other brand or colour, making your choice almost limitless, it can also transform any acrylic brand to a chalk paint. Websters Chalk Paint powder is all it takes to convert an ordinary piece of furniture into a heirloom by simply applying a wax or a polyurethane. Go for Distressed, French Country, Industrial, Retro, Beach/Coastal – and with the vast arrray of surfaces you can paint over, including wood, metal, plastic, leather and even fabric, means you can DIY almost anything! Join Jill and learn how to use this incredible paint with one of her four hour Workshops from her large studio in Milford. Bring along a friend and have a very enjoyable and productive day out, with refreshments supplied and create something fresh and new for your home! Call or email Jill now to check which classes are available: 09 4107586 or jillrbrown@xtra.co.nz

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Caci: Skincare and Appearance Medicine Professionals

Reformaskin™ When we have great looking skin, we feel confident. As we age, that flawless complexion associated with a youthful face gradually disappears. Lines, freckles, brown spots and red patches become more prominent and broken capillaries or spider veins may also appear. Exposure to New Zealand’s harsh sun accelerates these changes, with 80% of age-related skin changes being attributed to sun damage. A dull, uneven complexion can leave you looking older than your years and feeling less than your best. Thankfully, fresh, bright, healthy skin can be achieved with the Reformaskin™ treatment program, exclusive to Caci, New Zealand’s leading Appearance Medicine professionals. Reformaskin™ is a revolutionary 48-week treatment program that combines world renowned, evidence-based, skincorrecting treatments, to reverse the visible signs of ageing and sun damage. Reformaskin™ treats uneven skin tone and texture, reduces lines and wrinkles and restores skin elasticity. Before treatment begins every client meets with the Caci Treatment Coordinator to discuss their individual needs, any questions they might have and decide on the appropriate treatment program. There are five different ReformaskinTM programs, developed for differing levels of skin damage: The ReformaskinTM programs are undertaken over 48 weeks. It is designed for your budget with a smart payment plan to spread the cost of the treatments over the year. Clients can expect to see results within 12 weeks of their first treatment. The ReformaskinTM programs also include skin care products to protect the skin and enhance the results of the treatments. If clients want to maintain the results of their ReformaskinTM program, Caci recommend they continue on the ReformaskinTM Retain program. ReformaskinTM Retain uses photo

Reformaskin™ treats uneven skin tone and texture, reduces lines and wrinkles and restores skin elasticity. rejuvenation, microdermabrasion and sonophoresis to maintain the amazing results of the ReformaskinTM programs. Caci have more than 20 years experience in the skincare and appearance industry, making them the largest Appearance Medicine group in New Zealand with 31 clinics throughout the country. This history has made Caci the trusted name in Appearance Medicine and Skincare. When you visit Caci you can be assured that you will be offered expert advice, treatment information and superior service from our Cosmetic Nurse Specialists and expert Beauty Therapists. If you would like to learn more about our Reformaskin™ program visit www.caci.co.nz/reformaskin or call Caci on 0800 458 458 and book a complimentary consultation.

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Dry Winter Skin…. Style satisfaction We have had had some very cold weather over the last month, this can play havoc with your skin. This cold, dry winter weather is a common cause of dry skin. It can leave your skin feeling tight, rough, and itchy, which is where the term “winter itch” comes from.

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Aside from feeling uncomfortable, and perhaps being less than desirable aesthetically speaking, when dry skin becomes severe, it can crack, making a perfect entryway for germs. As temperatures drop, heaters clank on, air conditioning both at home and in the car is on constantly and the wind whips up, the battle for healthy skin begins. Dry air takes away the thin layer of oil that traps moisture in the skin. If we stop producing moisture or if heating sucks it out of the skin, and it's not being replaced, this can also cause those little cracks I mentioned earlier that affect the barrier of the skin When it's cold outside, some of us prolong our hot showers and baths, which is a recipe for dry, irritated skin, a few tips to help prevent this are: • Keep the shower as brief as possible and use lukewarm, not hot, water. • Switch to less aggressive moisture-rich soaps and use sulphate free shower gels. • Gently pat yourself dry to avoid traumatising or over drying the skin. • Apply moisturizer while your skin is still slightly damp. Winter is the ideal time of the year to consider a course of chemical peels. They will help with your dry winter skin and after the fabulous summer we had, perhaps leaving skins a little sun damaged, they will also aid with the penetration of your home care products, helping diminish pigmentation. They also can help minimise acne scarring, and even help with the treatment of acne by stripping away the plugs where acne can form. With an added bonus of being deeply hydrating.

As temperatures drop, heaters clank on, air conditioning both at home and in the car is on constantly and the wind whips up, the battle for healthy skin begins. Made from naturally occurring acids found in fruits and other foods, for example lactic acid from sour milk, citric acid from citrus fruit and glycolic acid from sugar cane. These acids work by bringing the pH of the skin to an optimum acidity level. This action chemically loosens the "glue" that binds the dead and damaged cells, causing exfoliation and allowing the promotion of new cell growth. You must be on the Environ homecare range for a minimum of 3 weeks to prepare the skin before commencing treatment but, in some cases of active acne it is possible to have this caring for your skin treatment without using the products first. A course of 6 treatments are recommended taken on a weekly basis for the most effective results.

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The Marriage of Opposites Alice Hoffman $33 From the bestselling author of The Dovekeepers, this love story is about one of history’s most captivating ‘invisible’ women: Rachel, the mother of Impressionist painter Camille Pissarro. Growing up on the idyllic island of St Thomas in the early 1800s, Rachel dreams of life in faraway Paris. But Rachel’s fate is not in her own hands: to secure the future of her father’s business, she is married off to a widower with three children. When her husband dies suddenly and his handsome nephew Frederic arrives from France to settle the estate, Rachel seizes control of her life, beginning a defiant, passionate love affair that sparks a scandal affecting her entire family, including her favourite son, Camille Pissarro, who will become a founder member of the Impressionists and one of history’s greatest artists. Set in a world of lush, exquisite beauty, the marriage of Rachel and Frederic is a gripping story of an extraordinary woman and her forbidden love.

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When the Moon is Low Nadia Hashimi $33 From the author of the recent bestseller The Pearl That Broke Its Shell, this is an enthralling story of terror, survival, perseverance and hope that chronicles one extraordinarily brave Afghan woman’s odyssey to save her family and find asylum in the West. Mahmoud and Fereiba’s happy middleclass world – a life of education, work and comfort – implodes when their country is engulfed in war, the Taliban rise to power, and Mahmoud is murdered. Forced to flee Kabul with her three children, Fereiba must find a way to cross Europe and reach her sister in England. With forged papers and help from kind strangers met along the way, Fereiba and her children make a dangerous crossing into Iran under cover of darkness, and manage to get as far as Greece. But in a busy market square, their fate takes a frightening turn when Fereiba’s teenage son, Saleem, becomes separated from the rest of the family. Faced with an impossible choice, Fereiba pushes on with her daughter and baby, while Saleem falls into the shadowy underground network of undocumented Afghans who haunt the streets of Europe’s capitals. Fereiba and Saleem struggle to reunite, and ultimately find a place where they can begin to reconstruct their lives.

Rick Stein: From Venice to Istanbul Rick Stein $65 From the mythical heart of Greece to the fruits of the Black Sea coast; from Croatian and Albanian flavours to the spices and aromas of Turkey and beyond – the cuisine of the Eastern Mediterranean is a vibrant melting pot brimming with character. Accompanying the new television series, Rick Stein: From Venice to Istanbul includes 120 spectacular recipes discovered during his travels in the region. Packed with stunning photography of the food and locations, and filled with Rick’s passion for fresh produce and authentic cooking, this is a tempting collection of inspiring recipes to evoke the magic of the Eastern Mediterranean at home.

The Pale North Hamish Clayton $30 As visionary and intrepid as the author’s award-winning first novel Wulf. Set in 1998, a series of catastrophic earthquakes has left the city of Wellington destroyed. Returning to the ruin from London, a New Zealand writer explores the devastation, compelled to find out for himself what has become of the city he left years ago. As he drifts through the desolate streets, home now to the shell-shocked and dispossessed, he finds among the survivors a woman and a child. And although they are haunted, hostile and broken, the strangers feel eerily familiar to him: as if they promise the answers to the mysteries he once swore to leave behind. A layered meditation on love, history, creativity and loss, The Pale North is an audacious and disarming novel, a forensic journey into one writer’s short but singularly brilliant body of work.

Milford - Everyone's Place: Crafty Knitwits Crafty Corner, with Linda & Kerry of Crafty Knitwits, Milford.

Just a bit chilly!

Time for soup, patterns and gorgeous yarns...

It’s certainly winter, so come in and warm up with some yummy soup, browse the patterns, and cruise through the loads of simply gorgeous yarn – so much to do and so little time! This month when planning our knitting and crochet projects we need to consider the current winter and also any travel plans and what to take away with us either to wear or as gifts for dear friends. The lovely poncho featured here is ideal. Knitted from Filatura Di Crosa Superior Cashmere and Silk, this is a classic beauty that looks great on just everyone. Very easy one piece to knit with just three balls of the this incredible yarn. A wide range of shades means that you can choose your favourite colour or what best suits your wardrobe. An easy travel garment as it is so very light and warm. Ideal for packing or wearing on a plane or on an evening out summer or winter. Come in and have a look at the sample garment we have in store. Definitely a 'me-time' garment or for your very best friend. If you buy all three balls of yarn, you can have the pattern free!

Grate in the butter and mix lightly with the flour mixture Put half the dates into the mixture Mix lightly with the tips of your fingers to ensure the butter and dates are mixed through the flour mixture Whisk the egg a little Add the cream to the egg mixture and whisk a little more Make a well in the middle of the flour mixture and pour half the cream mixture in and mix it lightly with a wooden spoon and then add enough of the remaining cream mixture until you have a light sticky but not wet dough. Knead lightly (not too much) with clean hands. Turn out onto lightly floured surface knead lightly and shape to about a half inch thick Sprinkle the remaining dates on top of half the dough Sprinkle with cinnamon Fold the other half of the dough over on top of the dates and press down a little so that the dates are sandwiched between the two layers of dough Cut with a square cutter Pop the scones onto the hot oven tray, not too close together Cook for 12 minutes or until risen and light golden brown When baked remove from the oven and put onto a cooling rack, this achieves a crispy outside, but soft and scrumptious inside scone.

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We still have some Peruvian Baby Alpaca in store which is great for rugs, scarves and hats. It’s so soft, no scratchy feeling with this yarn and so so warm. One hank can knit a snood… nice quick gift for a friend.

Stitchsmith Cushion Kits If you are feeling like doing a project that is a little different that is relaxing on a winters day… try doing a stitchsmith cushion. These kits are really beautiful and it is a stitching project that turns into something practical that you can use. The pattern is stamped on and all materials are included in the kits. This is a cleverly designed New Zealand product and the designs are distinctly Kiwi. Even if you have never done stitching, these are manageable with very clear instructions to follow. Worth checking out!

Happy baking!

Filatura Di Crosa Superior Cashmere and Silk This pattern free when you buy the 3 balls of yarn to complete this Poncho

Our Date and Cinnamon Scones – World famous in Milford! Okay here is the Date Scone Recipe that you have all been asking for. Remember to keep kind thoughts in your head and love in your heart as you bake and it will turn out just fine. Crafty Knitwits' Date and Cinnamon Scones Ingredients: 2 cups high grade plain flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 2 tablespoons sugar 75 grams butter 1 egg 1 cup chopped dates 2 tablespoons of cinnamon About 1 1/2 - 2 cups of cream, enough to make sticky dough Instructions: Preheat your oven to 220 degrees Celsius (we also preheat the tray that we are going to cook the scones on) Sift the flour, baking powder and sugar together

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Milford - Everyone's Place: Platina

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A drop of wax runs down the lit candle, it takes on the colour of the light of the flame, it changes into a thousand liquid forms. Another drop follows, and then another, they come together to form an elongated form, in the wake of many other golden drops. Tiny sculptures, fantastic natural jewels, the gifts of nature. This stunning range of Nanis Italian fine jewellery is made in 18ct gold. Platina Jewellery can individualise your own unique combination with a choice of yellow, white or rose gold. A selection of cabochon stones in pink quartz, blue topaz, amethyst, citrine, smoky quartz, green onyx, white moonstone, pink moonstone, and all gold which has a hand engraved finish (as pictured). Call in today to see the candle collection of fine jewellery just arrived direct from Italy, along with other stunning and unique exquisite pieces. MILFORD SHOPPING CENTRE • 24 MILFORD ROAD • 09 489 3883

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Marie E. Potter receives Friends of ARATOI Fellowship Well-known Takapuna award-winning multimedia artist and arts advisor Marie E. Potter is the recipient of the 2015 Fellowship, announced by Friends of ARATOI Fellow (ARATOI Museum of Art and History), in partnership with New Zealand Pacific Studio Wairarapa. The Fellowship is open to cultural historians, poets, writers, filmmakers and performing artists. Marie previously undertook an invited short term residency at NZPS during 2014. For her 2015 Fellowship Marie will work with archaeological artefacts from the Normandell – Burnett Historic Homestead Collection in Kaipororo, which were excavated onsite as part of the 2008 Centennial of the Eketahuna War Memorial Bridge Commemorations. She will be domiciled at the NZPS studios which are based at the historic homestead. The Fellowship also coincides with the Kokomai

For her 2015 Fellowship Marie will work with archaeological artefacts from the Normandell – Burnett Historic Homestead Collection in Kaipororo… Biennial Regional Creative Festival in the Wairarapa and will see Marie being involved with the local community and also exhibiting at the ARATOI Museum of Arts and History. Marie is a founder member of the Mairangi Arts Centre and the Lakehouse Art Centre as well as Shore Arts Forum which she chaired from 1999-2004. In 2005 Marie received a North Shore City Civic Award for support of the arts citywide.

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Channel People: I Love What I Do Beck Wheeler

BECK IS SKETCHING DOGS OF THE SHORE... Illustrator Beck Wheeler is on a mission to make North Shore dogs famous. She is illustrating dogs from around New Zealand, one suburb at a time, and turning them into unique tea towels. Right now Beck is focusing on Takapuna and Devonport. Channel Magazine asked her a few questions about her work and how readers can get their dogs included! Courtney Bennett: What do you do for a living? Beck Wheeler: I work as an illustrator. I work on advertising, editorial and publishing projects. I basically spend all day drawing pictures for anything from cereal boxes to children's books. CB: What's the best part about your job? BW: I really like working on collaborative team projects. Working with other creative people to build, make, design or paint something gives me a buzz. One of my favourite projects was working on an interactive mural for Starship Hospital. CB: How did you come up with the idea to do a tea towel featuring local dogs? BW: I wanted to do something to bring dog owners together in a fun way. The dog tea towel project is a community-based commission, where everyone can get a piece of personalised artwork. I like making art accessible to everyone (not everyone is comfortable in a gallery environment) and what is more accessible than having a tea towel in your kitchen? CB: How will people be able to purchase your tea towels? BW: I will be looking for a venue to hold a launch for the Dogs of Takapuna and

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Dogs of Devonport tea towels. If anyone knows a good spot to launch the tea towels, let me know! I will be applying for a stall at Devonport Craft Markets when the design is finished this month. CB: Will you be expanding to other areas of the North Shore? BW: Yes, I would like to do as many suburbs in Auckland as possible. I have started a central Dogs of NZ Facebook page, which I update when I start a new suburb. Requests are welcome, let me know on my Facebook page. CB: Are you a dog lover? BW: Yes, which is lucky as I have drawn about 400 dogs since December 2014. I am also a cat lover, and have just started my first cat tea towel project in West Auckland. CB: If you could do a completely different job for a day, what would it be and why? BW: Landscape gardener. I love what I do, but I do spend a lot of time either sitting or standing. I like the idea of having a job that would be both creative and physical. CB: Who do you admire and why? BW: I admire Dr Seuss. He was a sculptor, painter and political cartoonist as well as children's book author/illustrator. I find his career inspiring, he did a lot of things and managed to do them all well. I am a sculptor, painter and children's book author/illustrator and I aspire to do all those things well. CB: What do you do in your spare time? BW: I like growing my own vegetables and experimenting with healthy baking. I also like hiking, travelling and of course drawing dogs. CB: How can Takapuna and Devonport people get their dogs photo on the tea towels? BW: The best way is to go to the Facebook page and upload one onto there. https://www.facebook.com/dogsoftakapuna or https://www.facebook.com/ dogsofdevonport People can also email me at beck@dogsofnz.co.nz.

WINE: with Glengarry Takapuna & Devonport

Tasting Wine Never been to a tasting? Not sure what to expect? Well the first thing is to be assured that all Glengarry tastings and events are run in a non intimidating way; our aim is to ensure that everyone enjoys themselves, learns about wine and feels comfortable, no matter what their previous tasting experiences are. August is a great month to get out to a tasting, either by yourself or with family and friends. In a nice warm environment, learning about wine and avoiding the cold and rain is always a good idea. So what’s coming up on the Shore? Glengarry Takapuna Wednesday 12th August – Mt Difficulty with Winemaker Matt Dicey Wednesday 9th September – Nga Waka with Winemaker Roger Parkinson Wednesday 14th October – Champagne with Liz Wheadon Glengarry Devonport Instore tastings every Friday night. How to taste? Tasting wine is using the senses of sight, smell and taste to consciously assess a wine’s quality. Mostly what we regard as our sense of taste is actually what we smell, with most of us capable of recognising around 10,000 different aromas. When tasting wine the first sense to use is sight – hold the glass up to a white background and look at the clarity – is the wine bright or dull? Look at the colour – is it the same all over or different around the edges? Swirl the wine around your glass and look at the legs or tears (this is the wine running down the glass) – this shows you how viscous the wine is and gives you an idea of the alcohol level – the slower the legs come down, the more viscous.

Next, smell the wine; to do this swirl the wine around the glass, have a good sniff (you’ll need to get your nose right into the glass) – your first impression will be the most important, don’t think too hard or over analyse it. What do you smell? What does it remind you of? Now it’s time to taste the wine; when you taste you will sense different things in the various parts of your mouth. Sweetness on the top of the tongue, acidity around the sides, bitterness on the very back of the palate, astringency and tannins around the edge of the mouth and gums. When you taste the wine, make sure you roll the wine around your mouth to ensure it touches every surface; try to suck some air through the wine as you draw it into your mouth. The hardest bit is then translating your thoughts of the wine and what you’ve tasted into words; this takes time and practice. The important thing to remember is that you can never be wrong, the whole process is a very personal thing and what you think of the wine, what you like and appreciate is all that matters. To view our full schedule of tasting and events visit www.glengarry.co.nz/tastings

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Terms apply. complete anConditions entry form. collection of outrageous outfits, Hawaiian, Tour mornings, 9:30 –and 11am. (Caregiver supervision is IN required). IN ASSOCIATION WITH: Closing date Thurs 19th Dec. More information available inspent participating stores. Terms and Conditions apply. Winners will be announced Mon 23rdBollywood, Dec. Prize tode beFrance, in Devonport only. Judges decision nal. IN ASSOCIATION WITH: Closing date Thurs 19th Dec. More information available in participating stores. Terms and Conditions apply. Winners will be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be spent in Devonport only. Judges decision  nal. 1970s mullet-wearing footballers, Mexican and Spanish-themed teams On Thursday 13th August, we have the third of our quarterly community Closing date will Thurs 19th Dec. More available participating stores. Terms and decision Conditions apply. Winners be announced Moninformation 23rd Dec. Prize to beinspent in Devonport only. Judges nal. Closing date will Thurs 19th Dec. More information available inspent participating stores. Terms and decision Conditions apply. Winners be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be in Devonport only. Judges  nal. amongst those taking part. network meetings for decision 2015. All are welcome. Meet at Devonport Library from Winners will be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be spent in Devonport only. Judges nal. Winners will be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be spent in Devonport only. Judges decision nal. A silent auction included an array of top football team shirts, signed 10am for morning tea and informal networking. Hear from guest speakers on Warriors’ shirts and rugby balls, as well as, in contrast, a striking negligee topicalor community then everyone can share news and SPONSORED views. PROUDLY AND more atmatters any participating PROUDLY SPONSORED AND more atnewish any participating from Club Sponsors, Devonport Lingerie, while a traditional auction included Areor you new or to Belmont or Bayswater? You are welcome to come PROUDLY SPONSORED AND PROMOTED BY THE DEVONPORT or more at any participating Devonport store and PROMOTED BY THE DEVONPORT Devonport store and PROMOTED BY THE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION. generously donated items and experiences such as a Coromandel bach stay to The complete Rose Centre,an Belmont onform. Tuesday 25th August at 10:30am to find outDEVONPORT more Devonport store and entry BUSINESS ASSOCIATION. complete an entry form. BUSINESS ASSOCIATION. IN ASSOCIATION WITH: complete an entry form. and an accommodation package at The Esplanade Hotel. about your community and to meet other newcomers. Maria Teape, Devonport IN ASSOCIATION WITH: IN ASSOCIATION WITH: Closing date of Thurs 19th Dec. More information available in participating stores. Terms and Conditions apply. A great night community sporting spirit! Community Coordinator and Kath Hair, The Rose Centre Manager will welcome Closing date Thurs 19th Dec. More information available in participating stores. Terms and Conditions apply. Closing date will Thurs 19th Dec. More available participating stores. Terms and decision Conditions apply. Winners be announced Moninformation 23rd Dec. Prize to beinspent in Devonport only. Judges  nal. you with a smile and adecision cuppa. nal. Winners will be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be spent in Devonport only. Judges Winners will be announced Mon 23rd Dec. Prize to be spent in Devonport only. Judges decision nal. The people at Devonport Museum have been working hard to bring us new displays. Visit 3 Victoria Rd (upstairs) on weekdays to see “The Devonport Our Soldiers Left Behind”. There is a 1913 -1919 timeline with contrasting views of home and “over there”. The Museum at Mt Cambria Reserve 33A Vauxhall Rd is showing Lost and Found around Devonport - Tools and Genealogical records of Devonport’s early families. Speaking of genealogy, “Finding Your Family” is an ancestry talk for keen intermediate – advanced family researchers. Guest speaker Marie Hickey from the Auckland Libraries Family Research Centre will offer tips and advice. Wednesday 19 August 10am – 11:30am. From genealogy to geology - Devonport Library Associates will host Sir Bob Andrea and Andrew Moorby, Clinton and Justine Rowe. Harvey, Nicola Legat and Geoff Chapple for the launch of Geoff’s book “Terrain”. What do we really know of the ground we walk on? Geoff journeyed for a year in a quest to discover New Zealand’s tectonic secrets. Walking our astonishing landscapes in the company of geologists and the artisans who work the rock, Geoff offers us portraits and insights in his “Travels Through a Deep Landscape”. Thursday 6th August, 7:30pm. Koha. Both of these talks are at Devonport Library, 2 Victoria Rd Devonport. If you would like to receive the Devonport Peninsula eNEws each month, email maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz That’s all from me for now. Carolyn

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What do you do when you’re not at your newspaper stand? I’m the ‘Tag Buster’! I go around cleaning up graffiti. I’m the caretaker at the local RSA, I play bowls at Belmont park, and I have my own show on The Flea FM - the radio station based in the ferry building here. What do you like about the ferries? Whenever I go to the city, the ferry is really handy to all the buses - you can just get off the ferry and onto a bus to go where you need to go. It means that so many things are within walking distance of Devonport!

What's one skin care product I can buy to make me look younger? Sunblock! I've made no secret of the fact that the reason I don't look my age, is because I shun the sun. Reapply if you're outdoors for long periods, and find a quality one packed with antioxidants which help maximise the effectiveness of the sun protection.

Anything you’d change about the local area? When I’m Mayor, I’ll have the ferries and the buses run by the same crowd. That way, they would link in with each other. That would make things easier for people.

Do expensive serums really work? I can't speak for all serums, but with Ultraceuticals, the brand I stock, they are slightly higher priced than your standard supermarket serums, as they source better quality grades of active ingredients. Take vitamin A for example; there are a few in that group, such as retinol or retinal, and some produce better results than others, with fewer side effects. In small doses, some barely do anything at all. Good quality raw materials do cost a bit more, but the results are likely to be more dramatic with a more intensive professional serum.

Are ferry passengers often grumpy in the mornings? There’s usually about one person a year who is! So that’s not too bad is it? I just make a joke out of everything I can. Laughter can’t kill you can it? People can take me or leave me, that’s just the way I am.

That's all from me this month but before I go, here's September’s offer: Receive a full face IPL rejuvenation treatment and I'll include both backs of the hands too (save $120)! Book online or phone me today to avoid missing out.

And the new wharf developments? They’ve done a good job - it’s looking very good.

Catch a ferry to the city with Fullers Take advantage of regular weekend ferry services from Birkenhead, Northcote Point, Devonport or Bayswater wharves to Auckland City. It’s a relaxing way to travel to and from Downtown Auckland. No traffic jams, no parking costs and café bars onboard. Visit www.fullers.co.nz or any Fullers Ticket Office for timetables or booking information.

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Get your skin ready for Spring Book in for a consultation to rid your winter skin and start spring beautifully. 95 Victoria Rd, Devonport Phone: 445 0600, info@faceitbeauty.co.nz www.faceitbeauty.co.nz Face it Beauty Devonport

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Torpedo Bay Navy Museum: News

Designworx with Amanda Neill

Navy Museum Open 7 days 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport

Designworx online store has launched! After months of hard work behind the scenes, Designworx has launched its online store. Amanda Neill, leading Auckland Interior Designer talks the online store and what is available.

Nestled beneath iconic North Head and the beautiful surrounds of Torpedo Bay, Devonport, is where you will find the Navy Museum. Step inside and be captivated by the story of the Royal New Zealand Navy. The Navy Museum features interactive displays, contemporary exhibitions and thought-provoking stories from the men and women who have served in our Navy. The Navy Museum has free entry, although donations are accepted, and there is a wonderful café onsite where visitors can relax and take in the panoramic view of Waitemata Harbour. Our Front of House team are available for guided tours; for booking details please ring 09 445 5186. For more information on the Navy Museum visit www.navymuseum.co.nz

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At Designworx we love working in the retail space and enjoy cultivating a beautiful range in our showroom. We are lucky enough to have shoppers visit from the North Shore and greater Auckland but also many customers are visiting Auckland and arrive in our store. We often receive fantastic feedback about our range but disappointed when they can’t keep up to date with our products or have them delivered when they get home. Many of our local customers also lead busy lives and can’t find the time to pop in, so we decided to bring our showroom to the cyber world! Now, no matter where you are or what time you have available to shop you can explore our range and purchase some of our beautiful pieces delivered directly to your door. Our collection is called the ‘Evoque Range’ and is a collection of furniture and homewares that employs the senses and evokes an emotion. Each piece is tailored to those who seek the extraordinary out of the ordinary, playing on design principles to create an eclectic twist and elicit a response. It is created for those who dare to be different and stand out from the crowd. The range includes home décor, furniture, soft furnishings, jewellery, lighting, mirrors, rugs and art. The range is being updated daily with new arrivals and our latest finds. We can deliver anywhere in New Zealand so jump online today and start shopping! We would love your feedback, check us out at designworxnz.co.nz/products-page Amanda & The Designworx Team Designworx, Interior Design Studio, 64 Vauxhall Road, Devonport. 09 445 1098. Designworxnz.co.nz facebook.com/designworxnz.co.nz

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It's Fitting: with Devonport Lingerie

Prevent 'Coopers Droopers'! “I must, I must, I must increase my bust…!” How many of you chanted that when you were younger? Well it’s not too late to start improving your bust line with a correctly fitting bra. Coopers Droopers I hear you ask? Just a quick anatomy overview: Breasts are really just mounds of muscle free fatty tissue that contain milk glands. (And oh how these mounds have been romanticised, painted, sculptured, written about and worshipped over the years!) There is just a fibrous ligament that attaches them to the chest wall. Dr Cooper was the man who first identified these as Coopers Ligaments. Fancy, a doctor who could have a name that rhymes with droop and have an interest in breast anatomy – Coopers Droopers. To prevent Coopers Droopers WEAR A SUPPORTIVE BRA designed for your body shape and size and please, please, please always wear a properly designed sports bra when you exercise. Once the coopers have drooped its hard to un-droop. Exercise your Coopers back in to shape. Stretch each day, stand tall, arms out to the side, bring them up above your head, clasp your hands together and turn your palms to the sky. Ahh feel your chest lift and your shoulders sigh relief at being opened and stretched. Too much time on the computer can cause rounded shoulders and droopers. I know I am guilty too – I am going to promise myself to stretch out everyday for the month of August – quick jump up and do a stretch now. Did any of you get away in July? I know some of you did wearing compression travel socks. We have all been wearing them in store to help our weary legs! They are great for circulation and tired achy feet - the improved blood flow is quite astounding. Pop in to get measured and try a pair on. I managed to get away for a few days to the beautiful Karangahake Gorge for some walks during the sunny (but very cold) winter days. While there I went along to the Arty Bra Show at Waihi. What a fabulous night out, raising money for a good cause. Protect Karangahake from mining. There were some amazing creations made in various categories, one of which was fluro. The winning bra in this category was made from a hi vis road workers vest. After all the road works we had last year I could not resist purchasing it during the charity auction. I have got this on display in store – pop in to see it and find out more. I am inspired to organise an Arty Bra show in Devonport too for Art Week in October – contact me if you're interested. In the meantime, remember to look after your Coopers and wear a bra that has been made with your body shape in mind. Pop in for a fitting at no extra cost, leave in your new bra feeling uplifted. We have a fabulous range of styles and sizes from size 8 to 26 and A to G cups. Winter sale now on. Berlei Bras on clearance. Keep Calm and Wear a Bra that Fits! Donna Gustafson

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Caring for your Car: with Car-fe

Rob Bonnici is the Car Guy. Rob lives, eats and breathes car cleaning products and services. Having a background in chemicals, car cleaning products and now owning a seven day a week car cleaning and grooming centre, he is without a doubt the most passionate and the most knowledgeable car guy in New Zealand. Rob, along with his wife Siobhan, owns Car-fé facing the motorway in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Rob is more than happy to help you out with any car cleaning issues. Email: Carfe.takapuna@xtra.co.nz or Phone 488-7000.

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Channel Feature: Brendon Thomas and The Vibes

Keeping Up the Good Vibes Brendon Thomas and The Vibes: Michael Anderson, Brendon Thomas, Timothee Nolier.

In the studio at The Depot, Devonport.

Three laid back guys took The X Factor NZ by surprise this year as unlikely contestants brandishing a heady mix of retro rock and down-to-earth energy. In image-conscious times, Brendon Thomas and his trio brought a refreshingly unfiltered wave of psychedelic sound and carefree creativity to our screens. The nation loved them, voting this Shore-based trio into the top three the first time a rock band has made it to the final stages of an X Factor competition anywhere in the world. So how did three young rockers called Brendon Thomas and The Vibes make it big on the mainstream music show, and what’s next for them now they've been signed to Sony Music? Heather Vermeer squeezed into their spare bedroom practice space in Albany to hear them jam and chat about how they’re keeping up their good vibes... “It’s about creating a positive atmosphere,” is how 19-year-old Brendon Thomas sums up what he hopes he achieves through his music. The former ‘Westlake Boy’ from Torbay is embracing all the opportunities afforded to him and his band members from TV’s X Factor NZ, which has left him a recognisable name in NZ music. An unlikely fit on the heavily commercial reality TV show, Brendon Thomas, Timothee Nolier and Michael Anderson provoked intrigue and gained many fans during the 2015 NZ season of the worldwide hit formula show. Keeping it very ‘Kiwi kid’, they wandered onto the stage barefooted, and proceeded to jam as if they were in the small spare bedroom in Albany where they come together to create their unique brand of 1960s-meets-2015 sounds. In bright, mismatched colours and with disheveled hair, they looked like teens who’d been rudely awoken before stepping onto the stage. Their sound was as raw and original as their look. And New Zealand loved it. To play a set for their School Ball in July last year, Brendon and Tim linked up musically and haven’t looked back. “We had some acoustic jams together and we decided we needed to do this!” Said Brendon, echoing the excitement at the time. He only started playing the guitar when he moved to the Shore four years ago, where he was initially a pupil at Albany Junior High and met Tim. Brendon didn’t complete his schooling there, however, his parents moving him - rather against his wishes - to Westlake Boys’ High School. “That kept me more in check, I guess,” he admits. Fellow band member Michael Anderson hails from ‘the other side’ of the bridge, in Glendowie, and met Brendon and Tim whilst they were all attending an audio engineering course in the city. Bassist Michael, previously an Auckland regional winner of Smokefree Rockquest with a former band, clicked with guitarist/vocalist Brendon and drummer Tim, and the trio was born. The Brendon Thomas and The Vibes moniker was a throwback to many of the band names of the 1950s and 60s. “I always thought this should

be named after me!” Michael banters, with a wide smile. “Because I contribute the most to the band.” A music industry friend of the band members, Liam Van der Werff, offered to give them a hand as manager - he lined up The X Factor audition, designed a cover and posters for their EP and got the boys fired up to take their music further. The band won a competition on The Edge radio station to be a ‘Line Jumper’ for The X Factor opening auditions at SkyCity, which was an early sign that they were onto a good thing. So why do they think the audience took to them, giving them their success in the competition? Brendon said: “They saw something different, I guess; that we didn’t care about having an image. Maybe we managed to make the weirdness cool? I think people just saw us to be the chilled band, with no shoes, jamming out to Hendrix!” “We didn’t really change our music to fit in. Though we had to work on the themes that were presented to us each week, which actually helped us to grow as we had to think about the audience and how to relate more to them.” Michael added: “I think the anti-pop show stance actually worked in our favour; the audience wanted to see what we were going to do next!” Though the competition was won by beat box vocalist Beau Monga, Brendon Thomas and The Vibes came away with a record contract, and were taken under the wing of their mentor from The X Factor, drummer Shelton Woolright from Kiwi band, I Am Giant, who they’re touring with nationwide this winter. This tour culminates in an Auckland date at The Powerstation on Saturday 1st August. Brendon’s band were also on the brink of releasing their first single, Golden City, when we met in mid-July, having been busy recording in the studio at The Depot in Devonport. And just three days later, the band were officially signed by Sony Music. Exciting times. “We’re trying to bring 1960s music into the modern era,” said Michael. Brendon adding: “We’re young people playing older people’s music! But we’re mixing rock with jazz, blues, funk, Motown and just doing it our way. “We’re enjoying jamming and getting our music as tight as we can at the moment and we’ll see where it goes. We have the most fun doing that!” And it shows. Follow Brendon Thomas and The Vibes on Facebook, and catch them live at The Powerstation on Saturday 1st August.

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Pure Healthcare: Apollo Drive

Does your company / club / organisation count on you to organise presentations? Are you looking for quality presenters / speakers to share valuable information to your company, community group, sports club, women’s group, men’s group, or business?

Yes? We have the solution for you! At Pure Healthcare in Albany, our Team of Natural Therapies Practitioners are prepared to present a variety of topics to your group in an engaging and entertaining manner. Our goal is to help the North Shore community to be as vitally healthy as possible – NATURALLY! Knowledge is power, the power to be your best. We would suggest the following, but would be happy to customize a talk for your group about natural health and healing that would be relevant to you all.

Fertility expert, Traditional Chinese Medial Doctor and Acupuncturist, Dr Jenny Li, works in conjunction with medical fertility specialists to improve your chances of conceiving.

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Call 09 414 2225 for information on the webinar on INFERTILITY scheduled for the 11th of August at 7pm with Jenny Li.

Profile: Faith Crawford B.App.Sc. (Human Biology), M.Ost. Osteopath Registered with the New Zealand Osteopathic Council Variety of techniques (manual, functional and cranio-sacral) ACC registered New Zealand born and raised

Stress relief via restoring the Body-Mind connection with Dr. Andrew Hayes – Gentle Chiropractor Profile: Dip. App.Sci/B.Chiro Trained in New Zealand Registered in Aus and NZ Dr Andrew Hayes 25 years in the mainstream health and medical industry Chiropractor as a registered nurse • Immigrated to New Zealand in 2007 • ACC registered • Community focus with a vision and mission to impact as many individuals and families • • • •

“Heel pain resolved in days not months” This drug free, injection free and surgery free method will address the underlying cause of heel pain and result in greater relief – faster.

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Your teen should NOT have chronic pain! Unexplained joint and muscle pains in teens can be resolved naturally, without drugs or surgery. Even scoliosis pain! Dr. Cherye Roche Dr Cherye Roche Chiropractor – The Gait Doctor - is a Chiropractor and Biomechanist – she identifies the underlying cause of the problems and addresses it.

Clear the frustration of not knowing which supplements to take, and get advice on which supplements are best for YOU. – Kohei Iguchi, Naturopath

“STRESS – it’s an inside job” Kohei Iguchi Naturopath

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Profile: Dr. Jenny Li B Acu. (China), M HSci. (NZ), Reg. Physician (China), Traditional Chinese Medial Dip. Tertiary Edu (NZ) Doctor & Acupuncturist 4th generation TCM practitioner - her great grandfather founded Chengdu TCM University 25 years of diagnostic experience with both conventional medicine and Chinese medicine Registered physician in China. Techniques include acupuncture, Tuina (therapeutic massage), Herbal Medicine, Cupping, Electric Acupuncture and Implanted (embedding) Acupuncture ACC registered Fluent in both Mandarin and English Clinical focus gynaecology, fertility and obstetrics with a special interest and specialist in pain management

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First five callers to book a talk receive a free full body therapeutic massage & one hour consultation with any practitioner. (The presentation must be booked by September 1st.)

Pure Healthcare @ Apollo Health & Wellness Centre • 119 Apollo Drive – Suite 103, Albany • www.PureHealthcare.co.nz • 09 414-2225

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The Healthy Channel: With John Appleton I have been writing articles on topics related to our health for a number of years and in Channel I keep you up to date on ways in which we might improve our health by becoming more aware of the many options that are available to us.

The Gut – Our Second Brain As I see it - by John Appleton

John Appleton.

In a previous article I have referred to our ‘gut’ as a second brain. When it comes to our wellbeing we really need to understand the importance of this so I think it deserves another mention. Dr Michael Gershon, chairman of the department of anatomy and cell biology and Columbia University Medical Centre is an expert in a new field of neurogastroenterolgy. It was Dr Gershon who first referred to the ‘gut’ as the second brain. He says “it has a mind of its own” and it’s known as the ‘enteric nervous system’ (enteric means ‘relating to the intestines’). Just like the larger brain in the head, researchers say, this system sends and receives impulses, records experiences and respond to emotions. Its nerve cells are bathed and influenced by the same neurotransmitters. The gut can upset the brain just as the brain can upset the gut. Dr Gershon says that in some ways the second brain is autonomous, controlling gut behaviour ‘on site’. The brain in the head he says doesn’t need to get its hands dirty with the messy business of digestion which is delegated to the brain in the gut. What is even more surprising is that the primary brain is often informed about the rest of the body from the gut brain and not the other way around. When scientists discovered that 90% of the fibres in the Vagus nerve which is the longest cranial nerve in the body (extending from the brain stem to the abdomen) were delivering messages from the gut to the brain but not the other way around it was not something they were expecting. It’s becoming clear that our second brain may play a major role in many diseases including obesity – diabetes – heart disease – asthma – eczema auto-immune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis – MS – ulcerative colitis – and even cancer. Scientists now believe that these diseases and in fact most chronic problems that medicine has no answer for, can be linked back to disturbances in the digestive system. Perhaps the most surprising element of Dr Gershon’s work is the discovery of the degree to which our second brain influences our emotions. Our emotional equilibrium may rely on subtle communication going on from one brain to the other. Given that 95% of the body’s serotonin which is our feel good hormone, resides in the gut not the brain it’s easy to understand how our gut can have such a significant effect on how we feel. When we consider the importance of the 100 trillion bacteria that reside in our gut with their ability to communicate with the gut brain we realise how central digestion is to overcoming all manner of physical and mental illness. Gut dysbiosis is a state when there is an imbalance between our ‘friendly’ gut flora and pathogenic organisms. It is impossible to have a strong and correctly functioning immune system when there is such an imbalance. The primary roles of “healthy” intestinal microorganisms include metabolism, defense, and immunomodulation (regulation of the immune system). I read an article in the ‘Economist’ magazine titled “Microbes Maketh Man”. I couldn’t agree more and the very good news is that we all have the ability to influence the microbiota "the ecological community of commensal, symbiotic and pathogenic microorganisms that literally share our body space". What we eat has a huge bearing on our ‘gut’. The sugar laden refined carbohydrates and highly processed foods that make up the diet of many people in the western world is where we need to start if we are to improve the functioning of our second brain. Taking a really good probiotic is I believe a must for all us. Unless we can ‘repopulate’ the gut with ‘friendly’ flora on a regular basis and maintain an appropriate balance, I can’t see how we can ever hope to achieve optimal health.

This is the time of year when we all need to have a healthy and robust immune system we shouldn’t overlook the vital importance of keeping onside with our second brain. What goes on in the ‘gut’ has everything to do with what goes on elsewhere in the body 2,500 years ago Hippocrates said “All disease begins in your gut”. John Appleton, www.johnappleton.co.nz john@johnappleton.co.nz Ph: 09-489-9362.

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North Shore YMCA

North Shore wins YMCA Gymnastics Competition again! The YMCA Auckland annual gymnastics competition took place at the end of Term 2 2015, and was again a successful competition for North Shore gymnasts. Held at YMCA Mt Albert, 200 children were registered from across seven YMCA sites in Auckland and Hamilton – bringing with them an estimated 500 spectators.

Ben Raoult.

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It’s clear from the smiles on their faces that YMCA programmes are fun, but did you know that they also contribute to a child’s emotional, intellectual, social and physical development? Programmes are designed to develop co-ordination, motor skills, peer modelling, selfconfidence, cognitive skills, body awareness, support better sleep and appetite patterns and much more. Programmes are available for

children aged from two years until twelve years and align to school terms. Weekly sessions are scheduled from Monday through Saturday with afterschool sessions available for school age children. Class length varies depending on age of children. All of YMCA’s instructors are fully qualified and undergo police checks to ensure your safety.

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Children from the YMCA North Shore Gymnastics programme did a wonderful job with many placing in their level and the individual apparatus. North Shore again took out overall boy in the competition with Benjamin Raoult winning Level 4 and the trophy. Ben’s coaches, Kristina Ineson and Adam Groen, were impressed with the effort and dedication Ben put in before the competition, Rhythmic Juniors - 1st Grace Appleby (North Shore), 2nd Kendra Mundell (North Shore) and turning up to extra trainings 3rd Anna Miquel (MtAlbert). to improve his routines. Overall girl was taken out by Rosie Moore from YMCA Mt Albert. Mt Albert Centre Manager Jill Gibson said: “It warmed my heart to see so many parents so proud of their child’s participation and achievements and also to see just how much impact the YMCA has in the lives of our families.”

It warmed my heart to see so many parents so proud of their child’s participation and achievements and also to see just how much impact the YMCA has in the lives of our families. Focus now moves towards preparing children for their Y-Awards level testing at the end of term 3, and annual displays at the end of term 4. YMCA North Shore would like to thank all involved in the gymnastics competition from the participants to the organisers – it was a fantastic day.

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August is 'Try Before You Buy Month' At Campbells Bay Tennis Club

With six all weather floodlit courts and a well-equipped clubhouse set in the picturesque Centennial Park, Campbells Bay Tennis Club is a vibrant and friendly club with one of the best settings in Auckland. Our memberships are very competitive, offer attractive discounts for families and new members and can be applied for online via our website www.campbellsbaytennis.org.nz For new members we offer a 20% discount off the first year’s membership fee and during the month of August we are inviting potential members to come along and “Try Before You Buy”. Join in during August and experience all that the club has to offer prior to committing to a full membership from September 1st. We cater for all players from juniors to seniors of all abilities from beginners to social players and competitive interclub players. We offer organised senior social play every Saturday and Sunday afternoon from 1pm and Wednesday evening from 7pm year round and have very active and social mid-week ladies playing on Wednesday mornings. Juniors have access to junior coaching and competition from 4:00-6:30pm during the week as well as Saturday and Sunday mornings. The club offers plenty of opportunities for juniors and seniors to join interclub squads, join coaching squads such as attackers and defenders, play in social tournaments throughout the year or organise their own matches. 2015 saw our Premium Real Estate Campbell’s Bay Men’s team in the Wilson Chelsea Cup win the competition for a record consecutive fifth year with a team combining seasoned pros and some of our emerging young talent. We see senior interclub and Chelsea Cup as an excellent development pathway for our promising younger players and it was encouraging to see them step up to the challenge this year. In January 2016 we will be hosting the Jerry Clayton BMW Campbells Bay Tennis Club Open Doubles Tournament from Friday January 29th to Sunday the 31st. This tournament will offer top juniors and seniors ranked S5 or above the opportunity to play highly competitive ATP style men’s and women’s doubles. With excellent prizes on offer we expect to attract a high quality field which will provide spectators with some entertaining tennis. Over the past year the club has undergone major refurbishment thanks to our generous sponsors and we now have a clubhouse to be proud of that matches our beautiful setting. In addition we have implemented new club management software, Sportlogic’s InTennis which enables members to join and pay online, book courts online and greatly enhances the ongoing administration of the club and communication with members. With our father and son coaching team of Graeme and Adam Thompson we are extremely lucky to have coaches who are not only well qualified and very experienced, they are passionate about developing club members' tennis skills, offering a wide range of senior and junior coaching programmes. Both are NZ Tennis registered coaches who have played representative tennis with Adam being a former ATP Professional, NZ Residential Champion and NZ Davis Cup Representative. Campbells Bay Tennis Club is open to new members and we would welcome the opportunity to meet new members and answer any questions you may have.

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Art Exhibition and Sale painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, glass, garden art, jewellery, boutique and cafe Preview Evening with wines from Babich & canapés Friday 28th August 7pm – 9:30pm Tickets $40 each Preview tickets are available online from our website NOW! Saturday 29th 10am – 6pm Sunday 30th 10am – 3pm Entry by Gold Coin Venue: Carmel College Gymnasium, 114 Shakespeare Rd, Milford John Mulholland (Exhibitor 2015)

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Theme Artwork by Sarah Findlay

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Auckland Art Gallery: News

Rooms of wonder at Auckland Art Gallery Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki has recently opened Wunderrūma: New Zealand Jewellery, which displays the largest and, arguably, most stunning collection of contemporary New Zealand jewellery.

Theme Artwork by Sarah Findlay

The free exhibition, on display until 1 November 2015, is curated by two of New Zealand’s most prominent contemporary jewellers, Karl Fritsch and Warwick Freeman. Wunderrūma binds the German word Wunder (wonder) with the Māori word rūma (room) to evoke Wunderkammer or ‘cabinet of curiosities’ – massed collections of objects including artworks, cultural artefacts, natural history samples and more. Such curiosities, found during the curators’ investigation and exploration of adornment in Aotearoa New Zealand, are on show in the exhibition’s eclectic ‘wonder rooms’ of carefully selected things. With contemporary jewellery at its core, Wunderrūma exhibits the work of more than 75 contemporary jewellers, and includes historical works such as Māori taonga (treasure), Pacific jewellery, and customary, fine art and industrial items. Objects made from stone, wood, bone and precious metals sit alongside those made from less traditional materials such as a necklace of cigarette butts, a motorbike helmet decorated with Māori pattern, a brooch fashioned from a kingfisher bird and a sheepskin necklace. The inclusion of artworks by artists Colin McCahon, Len Lye, Michael Parekowhai and Rohan Wealleans also extends the traditional notions of jewellery. Originally shown in 2014 at Galerie Handwerk in Munich, Germany, before returning to Lower Hutt’s Dowse Art Museum, Wunderrūma has been specially reworked for its Auckland presentation. With access to Auckland Art Gallery’s extensive collections of historic, modern and contemporary New Zealand and international art, Fritsch and Freeman have augmented the original themes with the display of artworks that share a direct or metaphorical relationship with the jewellery on show. Auckland Art Gallery Director Rhana Devenport says Wunderrūma is an ambitious New Zealand project. ‘The exhibition illustrates just how unique New Zealand is in its approach to jewellery and will continue to stimulate discussion about the development of adornment in this country.’

Emily Valentine, Kingfisher Brooch, 2013, kingfisher feathers, mixed media.

Jane Dodd, Ursus Maritimus, 2013, pendant, beef bone, silver.

Lisa Walker, Untitled (Necklace) 2011, sheepskin.

With free entry, Auckland Art Gallery is New Zealand’s largest art institution. Its collection alone holds more than 15,000 works. Situated in the heart of Auckland city just off Queen Street and next to Albert Park, it is simple to reach the Gallery from the North Shore. A 15-minute walk through town is all it takes from the Ferry Building and Britomart Transport Centre, and for those who drive there are several car parks close by, including the Victoria Street East car park. The Gallery building is as much a work of art as the pieces it contains inside. Since its expansion and restoration in 2011, the building has won more than 20 awards including World Building of the Year 2013/14. Overlooking Albert Park and Kitchener Street on level one is the Gallery’s café, run by the team at Mojo. The café offers tasty and fresh food in a relaxing setting, just right for a lunchtime stop or an afternoon sweet treat. And for those looking for a stylish present, the Gallery shop is the place to find exclusive collaborations with artists, hard-to-find books, children’s gifts and quirky home wares, making it one of the most inspiring stores in the central city. Auckland Art Gallery is open 10am-5pm daily, except Christmas Day. Entry is free. Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Streets, Auckland city.

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Lake House Arts Centre : News

COMING UP at Lake House...

The Great Art Sale! Calling all artists! The Great Art Sale is Back! Every year the Lake House Arts Centre holds the Great Art Sale – an opportunity for artists to sell their wares and for the Auckland community to view, buy and experience some truly wonderful art works. Last year’s sale was hugely successful with hundreds of art works being entered for sale and display and a marvellous range of genre’s represented - from works on paper, oil paintings, acrylics on canvas, original prints and mixed media to sculptures in wood, metal, ceramics, glass and fibre… The Great Art Sale will be open from Thursday July 30th – August 23rd at the Lake House Arts Centre, 37 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna (easy access just after the bridge!).

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programmed to schools subject and age groups needs. Programmes are variedfrom an artist talk and Art ‘treasure’ hunt around the grounds and buildings to a fully interactive workshop with a trained (degree educated) tutor. Please contact our education coordinator, Sally Lush on education@lakehousearts.org.nz or (09)486 4877. Lake House Arts Centre is located on Fred Thomas Drive in Takapuna and is housed in a beautiful 19th century Edwardian/Victorian heritage building that once stood on Takapuna Beach. The Lake House has a constantly changing exhibition programme, a café with delicious homemade fare, artists studio’s and a vibrant and varied arts education programme with something for every member of the family, including weekend workshops, after school classes, holiday programmes and adult daytime classes. Lake House is open 9:30am – 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Closed on public holidays. For more information on any of our classes, exhibitions or activities please check our website www.lakehousearts.org.nz, email info@lakehousearts.org.nz or phone (09) 486 4877.

Northart: News

'Standing Stones', gouache, Alan Gilderdale, 1984.

‘My Upbringing series. School Shoes with plant’, photograph, Justin Lee, 2013.

‘Fragment I’ Acrylic on paper, 158mm x 224mm, Seigo.

'Gate to the Sea', oil, Alan Gilderdale, 1956.

'Stacks and Blocks', photographic print on cotton fabric, Nadia Oh, 2014.

Celebrating Culture at Northart Northart is located in Northcote Shopping Centre, an area renowned for its Asian restaurants and eateries, as well as shops and other outlets where you can purchase all manner of Asian goods and services. Most mornings of the week, Chinese men of an older generation can be found playing Chinese chess on the tables under the elm tree in the middle of the village (or in the Library if it is wet and/or cold) and groups of women of various ages dance and exercise in Norman King Square (where the Northcote Library and Northart are located). Other groups practice traditional fan dances on a daily basis, and at the weekends, followers of Falun Gong or Falun Dafa, a Chinese spiritual practice that combines meditation and qigong exercises with a moral philosophy, can be found meditating in front of Northart. Asian food, performance and other cultural practice abound in the immediate environs of Northart. We respond to the visual arts needs of local communities through programming exhibitions and other events by contemporary as well as traditional Asian artists. Last month (July) we had a very successful painting and sculpture exhibition by Chinese born Bangzhen Deng and Lu Bo who first came out to New Zealand in 1991. This month we are delighted to be hosting two exhibitions by artists living overseas: ‘Genesis’ by Seigo from Kochi, Japan and ‘Syntheses’ by a group of seven contemporary artists living in Singapore. Both exhibitions open on the evening of Friday 7 August and continue until 23 August. Seigo completed an MFA in 1985 and has received numerous art awards over the years. For the past 30 or so years his work has been preoccupied with

the concept of time – not just linear, calendar time, but other dimensions of time and how to express it in human terms. He paints in watercolour and acrylic; his artworks are delicate and ethereal, suggestive of the ephemeral, of fleeting moments of transitory time. The artists exhibiting in ‘Syntheses’ have diverse interests and concerns. Nadia Oh’s work, for example, was “inspired by fleeting moments of light and shadow… as seen from the confines of an apartment block where most Singaporeans live … [and she uses] … photographic prints on fabric with stitching techniques that take an impressionistic approach through processes of cyanotype and photography.” While that of Justin Lee looks at “how society shapes our thoughts and thinking in today’s contemporary art world … [with the] … white school shoes reflecting on my upbringing as a kid to what I am now as a practising artist.” Later in the month we open a huge retrospective exhibition on the work of Alan Gilderdale (1924 – 2013). Born in England, Alan attended Slade School of Fine Art, University College, London and emigrated to New Zealand in the early 1950s. Best known as an illustrator of the Little Yellow Digger stories (written by his wife Betty) he was an accomplished (but somewhat overlooked) artist and printmaker. This exhibition, curated by Warwick Brown, attempts to correct that imbalance. It opens Sunday 30 August. See www.northart.co.nz for further information. Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote Shopping Centre 09 480 9633 022 102 2422 northart.co.nz

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Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 northart@ihug.co.nz www.northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Auckland Council and the Birkenhead Licensing Trust and is open 10am – 4pm daily, evening viewings by arrangement. Admission is free.

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The PumpHouse Theatre: What's On

Extraordinary story of art and war Auckland is being spoilt for choice with the infinite variety of events commemorating 100 years since the First World War and undoubtedly we will continue to be until the 100 year anniversary of Armistice Day on November 11 1918. And The PumpHouse is delighted to welcome Crossfade Productions to the theatre for the first time with a poignant and beautifully imagined, award-winning play set during World War One. “My subject is War, and the pity of War. The Poetry is in the pity” – Wilfred Owen.

Not About Heroes is an emotionally powerful story of the deep friendship between two of England’s great war poets, Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen. Set in the Craiglockhart War Hospital in 1917, where both men were being treated. The play explores the relationship between the men, their poetry and how they were both changed forever through their unique connection and undoubtedly through their experiences as artists in the thick of battle. Sassoon’s extraordinary bravery in battle resulted in his being awarded the Military Cross for conspicuous gallantry. Owen’s poem ‘Anthem For Doomed Youth’ is perhaps one the most powerful elegies to have been inspired by the Great War and for him ended up being prophetic. Both artists are commemorated in Poets’ Corner in Westminster Abbey. “Two fine actors, and their equally adroit director Terry Hooper produce intricate, balanced performances that illuminate both the courage and the humanity of these two exceptional men." Lexie Matheson, Reviewer. 2015 The Howick season of Not About Heroes was a sell-out. Make sure you catch it at The PumpHouse at the end of this month.

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Actors Matthew Diesch (Wilfred Owen) and Andrew Gordon (Siegfried Sassoon) Photographer credit: Julie Zhuu

and Tiger* tamer. There was nothing he didn’t know about the old building. His number 8 wire skills and his famous vast collection of old bits of junk that ‘might come in handy’ were deployed on a regular basis to keep the theatre in working order when funds were tight. Mike was also a cat whisperer who set about taming a feral cat that had adopted The PumpHouse. His patience and kindness with the cat he named Tiger* has resulted in a rodent-free theatre and great savings on the pest extermination bill. Mike was a part of the furniture. We miss him. But every time Tiger calls out for his supper we smile in Mike’s memory. Vale Mike and meow.

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Still mourning the passing of one of our long-time producers John e Antony, earlier this Michael Murphy, North Shor ber ity and long-time staff mem ident year, The PumpHouse at The PumpHouse Theatre. has lost another of its most loyal supporters in Michael Murphy who passed away last month. To paraphrase another famous poet (Oscar Wilde) – ‘To lose one PumpHouse champion is a tragedy, to lose two seems like carelessness”. Mike worked at The PumpHouse for nearly 20 years as handyman/caretaker/amateur historian

What's On... @ Pumphouse Sunday August 9 @ 4pm …come hell or high water Helen Medlyn & Penny Dodd In cabaret All tickets $28.50 August 13-15 Rangitoto College Senior Shakespeare presents Antony & Cleopatra Sunday 16 August @ 4pm Shabaneh - A Celebration of Iranian Culture All tickets $15

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August 25-30 Crossfade Productions Presents Not About Heroes By Stephen MacDonald Adult $25 Senior/Student $18 Sept 3 & 4 Rosmini College Senior Drama presents Breaker Morant: A Play in Two Acts By Kenneth G. Ross Entry by donation

Mezzo Soprano Helen Medlyn is one of this country’s most versatile vocal artists capable of switching musical genres and repertoire at a whim. Her August 9th show at The PumpHouse features a selection of her favourite cabaret numbers and Penny Dodd accompanying her on piano. Sondheim, Coward, Carmichael, Lloyd-Webber and more, this show will sell out if it hasn’t already.

Shabaneh - A Persian Cultural Gathering This month The PumpHouse again welcomes artists from Auckland’s Iranian community who will present an evening celebrating Iranian culture. The artists will perform spoken word and music for one day and night and Iranian snacks will be available. Last year’s event was absolutely packed and it’s expected to be equally well attended this time too. If you know any ex-pat Iranians who would like to enjoy an evening hearing their own language then tell them about Shabaneh. Havercrafte man pore mārmāhi ast. :-)

Colleges Produce Classic Plays Year 11-13 senior drama students from Rangitoto College and Rosmini College will bring their talents to The PumpHouse over the next few weeks. Rangitoto’s students perform Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra and Rosmini seniors tackle the gritty war drama Breaker Morant. It will interesting to see both student casts rise to the occasion. As they must. Their performances are marked towards their end of year results.

The Rose Centre: What's On

What's on at the Rose Centre… Company Theatre Presents Hay Fever A 1920’s comedy by Noel Coward, Directed by Julian Harrison Noel Coward wrote Hay Fever in 1924 and it was first performed in 1925. He based it on a Bohemian theatrical family, and always envisaged “a great star” in the lead role... starting with Marie Tempest, then sixty years, who was as theatrical as you can get, having moved from opera to comedy. Felicity Kendall plays the role in the current London revival of this classic. Coward himself said that the play has no plot and few witty lines. However it gives everyone on stage a chance to ham it up hilariously, and it always seems to work. Stage star Judith Bliss, her novelist husband and their two grown children Sorel and Simon have each invited houseguests for the weekend. But as the Blisses indulge their artistic eccentricities in an amusing whirlwind of flirtation and histrionics, the guests begin to wonder if they’ve landed in a madhouse – and if they can survive the weekend with their own wits intact. Misjudged meetings, secret seductions and scandalous revelations proliferate during one outrageous weekend in Berkshire. Company Theatre’s production of Hay Fever is directed by the experienced Julian Harrison. Company Theatre at The Rose Centre promises a talented cast, a period set, sumptuous costumes and the warmest of welcomes. “laughs are a mad mixture of acid wit well-sprayed and deft physical comedy” – London Free Press “a hit among theatre-goers this season, so much fun to watch” – Broadway World 8 – 22 August Wed – Sat 8pm Sun 9 & 16 Aug 2pm Bookings phone 445 9900 or info@rosecentre.co.nz

Belmont & Bayswater New to Belmont or Bayswater? If you are new or have been in the area for a few months, we’d love to meet you. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee to find out more about what’s available in your community and to meet other newcomers. Please also feel free to drop into The Rose Centre for a Welcome Pack any time.

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Education: Kristin School

Forensic Investigators at Kristin More than 300 budding investigators came together from all over New Zealand over the July holidays for Forensics@Kristin; an intensive, student-led programme that challenges participants to solve complex simulated homicide cases. Gifted students from primary, intermediate and secondary schools across the country came to embrace the challenge and test their problem solving, research, logic and creative skills at this unique and exciting camp. Split into three different camp experiences, Forensics@Kristin includes a five-day experience for students in years 5-10, a one-day Junior Edition for years 3-8, and a five-day Senior Scholars’ Edition for selected students in years 11-13.

School Tour Thursday 20 August Tuesday 1 September

Junior School (Kindergarten - Year 6) 9.30am (enter at Gate One) Middle School(Year 7-10) 11.00am (enter at Gate Two) Senior School (Year 11-13) 9.30am (enter at Gate Two) Please register attendance 415 9566 ext. 2324 or admissions@kristin.school.nz

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Joining together as teams of Detectives, the students had three days to work through their cases. They utilised forensic techniques such as fingerprint testing and DNA analysis, and the multitude of resources, skills and intelligence at their disposal to sort the evidence from the red herrings and direct their own lines of inquiry. Their investigations culminated in a simulated court trial where detectives became defence and prosecution lawyers, interviewing key witnesses and arguing their side of the case. The fifteen participants in the Senior Scholars’ camp acted as expert scientific witnesses in the mock court trials. In an extraordinary simulation, the Senior Scholars’ investigation included the discovery and subsequent examination of a burial site in relation to their homicide scenario, and their evidence was critical for the prosecution of many of the Detective teams’ cases. Over the course of the week, participants had the opportunity to meet with specialists from the field who explained the real-life application of what they were learning and the realities of forensic investigation. Detective Peter Litherland spoke to the students about the role of a detective in the police force and what it takes to solve a crime. Forensic scientist Laura Parsons from Environment Sciences and Research (ESR) took to the stage to explain her line of work. She provided many tips for the camp’s Detectives to help them build a strong and compelling prosecution case. Independent forensic scientist Dr Anna Sandiford gave the participants an amazing insight into the world of forensic investigation for the defence, breaking down the myths created by television shows and shining a light on the fascinating and challenging aspects

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of her profession. Defence Lawyer Phillip Hamlin gave valuable insights into the trial process. The complex scenarios were designed by a team of students in the roles of Controllers and Scenario Doctors. These students, mostly in years 9 and 10, had been selected from the very best of previous years’ Detectives. They invested many weeks in preparing the scenarios and related evidence and were kept busy throughout the week, generating information and responding to the many lines of enquiry from the Detective teams. An additional team of students was responsible for the logistics of running the camp. This included catering for all of the participants and supervising teams, overseeing the science laboratories and general day-to-day business of running the camp. While staff were on hand to help and guide as necessary, it was the students who led the camp, addressed the participants and took responsibility for its ultimate success. Forensics Coordinator and GATE teacher Raewyn Casey says it is the student leadership that makes the Kristin Forensics camp so unique. “This is the only programme on this scale in New Zealand that is entirely student-led.” “Although teachers are there to provide guidance, the complete control of the experience is handed over to the students,” she says. “They learn skills of managing small and large groups and have to communicate with a variety of companies and many different adults. The skills they are learning, especially when there is a problem to solve, will remain with them for life. I am always amazed at how capable the students are and the high level of commitment we see from them.”

Education: Kristin School

Feeding Young Minds at Favona Primary School Kristin Prefect Project 2015 Children at Favona Primary School in Mangere have a new learning space thanks to the members of Kristin School’s prefect team. The student leaders have spent their July holidays installing a portable building, complete with brand new kitchen facilities, to help empower young students with a love of cooking and a foundation of strong food literacy skills. Ably led by Deputy Head Prefects Amelia Vincent and Declan Weir, the prefects invested months of preparation to raise funds and source supplies for the project; a major fundraising event raised over $21,000 in May and a successful collection drive and Givealittle campaign topped up their resources. So much so, in fact, that the team were able to send extra supplies home with Favona students to help them stock their own kitchens and cupboards. When it came time to do the physical work, all 22 prefects spent a week of their July holidays onsite at the school, transforming the previously unused space behind the hall, under the watchful eyes of some very excited students. In addition to their work on the kitchen, the team spent hours clearing and creating gardens around the school grounds and planting a myriad of vegetables and herbs that will be used in the new kitchen. They also spent time working alongside students, discussing the importance of good nutrition and healthy food choices. “We taught them how to use Google Docs and asked them to collate their favourite recipes,” said Declan. “Then we looked at how the recipes could be made even healthier. We’re going to compile the recipes into a book which they can use inside the kitchen.” Amelia says engagement has been key in getting the students excited about the new facility. “The kids and their teachers came to visit us every day to look around what we had been doing. They talked a lot about what they’re going to do in the kitchen and looked closely at how the deck was being built. They’ve even been talking about healthy foods, so it is really great to get that conversation started.” The new learning space will be utilised by all classes and will be a valuable asset for the school’s breakfast club. Already, the prefects’ activities have been a source of inspiration with classes writing stories and poems about the new kitchen and the place it will hold in Favona school life. There have been many factors that have contributed to the project’s overall success, however Amelia maintains that it has been the community support that enabled them to realise their goal. “It has been incredibly heartwarming to see how generous

everyone has been and how ready everyone has been to get behind the project. Between the donations and discounts, we’ve almost not had to buy anything at full price, which means we’ve been able to do a lot with the money we raised.” With a majority of the hard work now behind them, the prefects are looking forward to returning to Favona Primary for the official opening and blessing of the new facilities, which is scheduled for early in Term 3. Kristin Senior School Principal Mr Brendan Kelly is very proud of the work achieved by his students and feels that this year’s Prefect Project is particularly special. “It has been an honour to witness this project come to fruition,” he says. “By working so closely with the staff and students at Favona Primary School our prefects have gained true insight into the value of what is being achieved. They can see that it isn’t just about creating a place where the children can learn to cook; these facilities will enable the school to provide sustainable programmes that both nourish and inspire their young students and deliver immediate benefits within the school community.”

The Prefect Project Kristin’s annual Prefect Project is a student-driven initiative that aims to promote leadership through service. Each year the school’s prefects embark on a charitable project of their choice in which they fundraise, organise and execute a plan to benefit their chosen community. Planning for next year’s project will begin early in Term 4 when the 2016 Senior School Prefect Team is announced.

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Experience Junior and Senior College Wednesday, September 16, 2015; 8:45am – 12:40pm Join us for a morning and enjoy the unique atmosphere that’s truly Pinehurst! Prospective Year 7 - 13 students are encouraged to join Pinehurst students in real class time and experience our Cambridge Education first hand. Please book early, as places are limited! To find out more about this opportunity, or to book a personal tour, contact our Enrolment Manager Marg Cross on (09) 414 0960 ext 614, or email: enrolment@pinehurst.school.nz

75 Bush Road, Albany phone (09) 414 0960 www.pinehurst.school.nz

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Education: Pinehurst School

Junior College Student Wins Martial Arts World Title – Again! Hours of training continue to pay off for Pinehurst student Matthew O’Connor who last month placed 1st in his age division and belt level for Forms, qualifying him to compete for Grand Champion in the 10-12 year age group against other first place winners in competition for the World Title. Competing against the best of the best, Matthew placed first winning him his second Martial Arts World Title at the 5.0 Fighter World Cup held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Matthew also placed 4th in Self Defence amongst extremely tough competition.

Pinehurst is a premier, coeducational independent school based in Albany on Auckland’s North Shore.

OPEN DAY: WED 19 AUG PRIMARY TOUR Matthew O'Connor.

Tough Guy / Girl Challenge A Great Success Pinehurst Senior College students recently joined 3000 students from Auckland Schools in the Tough Guy/Girl Challenge held at Woodhill Forrest. The 20 strong team of Year 9 to Year 13 students enjoyed the challenge, which involved an extremely hilly and muddy 6km course.

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With an emphasis on individual attention and a total school roll of only 850, Pinehurst School ensures students are exposed to a wide range of opportunities. With passionate teachers, a nurturing learning environment and a world-class Cambridge curriculum – your child is set to leave Pinehurst as a confident, well-equipped adult. A global leader in Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), Pinehurst offers an EXTENSIVE ACADEMIC, SPORTS AND ARTS CURRICULUM, taught by experienced teachers who are focused on achievement and results. We are proud to have achieved Top in the World and in New Zealand in a range of Cambridge subjects, including Design & Technology, Information Technology, Geography, Art & Design, Spanish, Physical Education and Environmental Management. For further information contact our enrolment manager on (09) 414 0960 ext 614 or email enrolment@pinehurst.school.nz.

Congratulations to Cameron Nicholson who placed 27th and 6th Male U15 and Koa Nelson who was just behind him in 29th and 7th Male U15. Pinehurst team the ‘Pink Pigs’ also took out the best dressed title.

Student Places At International Judo Champs Congratulations to Charlotte Thomas who recently competed in the Auckland International Judo Championships to place a strong third in the Senior Girls U60kg and 'Open' divisions.

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Education: Westlake Boys High School

“Assassins” – a Westlake Schools Musical Production For four nights, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman’s musical enthralled, shocked, delighted and surprised Westlake audiences, on stage in the Boys’ School Auditorium.

The cast of Assassins performing “The Opening: Everybody’s Got The Right To Be Happy”.

Michaela Cadwgan playing Sara Jane Moore (who attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford) and Nick Curry playing Giuseppe Zangara (who attempted to assassinate Franklin D Roosevelt)

The nine assassins whose stories of US Presidential assassination attempts were told in the recent Westlake Schools musical production “Assassins”. Pictured L to R: Kelby Cai, Maddie Bullock, Michaela Cadwagn, Matthew van Orton, Jack Lloyd, Nick Curry, Josh Aschebrock, Connor Charlesworth and Dylan Carlyle

A collaboration between Westlake Boys’ and Girls’ High Schools, “Assassins” involved 35 students onstage in acting roles, 15 in the orchestra and another 10 in backstage/technical roles, as well as more than 10 teachers in supporting roles. The response to “Assassins” was extremely positive, with audiences delighted by the wide range of outstanding acting and singing talent onstage, as well as the remarkable high quality of the orchestra. The musical detailed the stories of a number of American presidential assassins, and thus gave many students exciting, yet demanding, acting opportunities. It also afforded those in the large ensemble a chance to sing some of the most challenging music ever written for the musical stage, and also play a variety of Presidents and historical characters. The design for the production was unique, and cutting edge, using both still and dynamic projected images. Amongst these was a stunning electric chair effect, and the moment that it ‘rained’ onstage. Westlake Schools are grateful to all those who contributed to the success of this production, and to all those who attended. An announcement about the 2016 production will be made before the end of the year.

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Connor Charlesworth playing, Leon Czolgosz, in the act of assassinating President William McKinley (in 1901) in the musical number “The Ballad of Czolgosz”

The response to “Assassins” was extremely positive, with audiences delighted by the wide range of outstanding acting and singing talent onstage, as well as the remarkable high quality of the orchestra.

Education: Westlake Boys High School

Westlakers Reunite Across the Globe Following on from three successful reunions in Australia earlier in the year, Westlake old boys recently gathered on opposite sides of the globe for two more reunions, one in London and the other, for recent leavers, in Auckland. The major reunion event for 2015 will be held this month on Friday 14th August at Westlake Boys. All old boys and former staff welcome. 2015 Westlakers London Reunion The 2015 Westlakers London Reunion was held at The Admiralty Trafalgar Square on Monday 13th July and attracted several Westlakers representing all five decades of the school’s existence. Most of the UKbased Westlakers are on extended OE’s living and working in London, others have been living abroad for 2030 years. All welcome the opportunity to meet up with fellow schoolmates and reconnect with their school.

The Westlakers UK Reunion was held at The Admiralty Trafalgar Square in London during July. Several old boys representing all decades of the school’s 53 years were hosted by Headmaster David Ferguson.

2015 Westlakers Recent Leavers Reunion The Recent Leavers Reunion held at school on Friday 3rd July saw 100 former students enjoy catching up with each other back at school during university semester break. Both the London Reunion and the Recent Leavers Reunion are held in July every year. Westlake Old Boys who had left school in the past five years reunited at school at the annual Recent Leavers Reunion in early July.

UPCOMING EVENTS – AUGUST 2015 Thursday 6 August – Westlake Schools Gala Concerts – 5.00 pm session – Junior ensembles; 7.30 pm – Premier Groups Friday 14 August - Westlakers’ Annual Reunion 6.30 pm Monday 24 August - Thursday 3 September - Senior End of Year Examinations Monday 31 August – Friday 4 September - Winter Sports Tournament Week

Friday 1 May Proms Concert

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Education: Westlake Girls High School

Global Citizenship and SAT Examination Success International Student Angela Huixia Tan from Guizhou (near Sichuan) South-West China recently gained the highest mathematics score possible ‘800’ score in the SAT Mathematics Level II examination. With 144,432 students participating in this examination with a mean score of 691, WGHS is proud of Angela’s success. Angela also gained favourable results in SAT Physics and Chemistry scoring higher than 70% and 76% respectively, of the group of students attempting these examinations. Angela is one of Westlake Girls top academic International Students. She gained NCEA Level 1 and 2 with Excellence Endorsements and individual Level 2 Subject ‘Excellence Endorsements’ in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with ‘Merit Endorsements’ in Biology and History. This year Angela is taking four scholarship class – Calculus, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. We asked Angela why she chose Westlake Girls High School and then a bit about herself: My mum made the decision after a lot of research. The school is close to the City and Business area, but not so crowded. My mother was keen I attend a public school so I would have greater connections with the community. She compared the local colleges and chose Westlake Girls because it had a good reputation and good academic results and a high ranking. I started in April in Year 10, three years ago. At Westlake Girls, each teacher has their own characteristics which gives ‘spice’ to our different classes. I love attending assemblies and feeling connected – it’s like a big family and I am proud of my house (Hauraki House). I am staying with a British homestay family and both are teachers. They are a very supportive family and they treat me like I am their granddaughter. I may eventually go to Auckland University and do a conjoint Bio/Medical and Engineering Degree, but – I am still looking at Universities in the States. I

Principal, Roz Mexted, Angela Huixia Tan and Head of Mathematics, Yoko Raike.

have been looking into the Ivy League Universities – MIT, California Institute of Technology, Harvard and the Liberal Arts Colleges – Swarthmore in Pennsylvania, and William in Massachusetts. If I attend University in the States then I will study Engineering. My Physics and Chemistry teachers said this year that there are too many doctors in the world – be smarter than a doctor and design the equipment or programme for the doctor to use!

The Australian-New Zealand Brain Bee Challenge The Australian-New Zealand Brain Bee Challenge (ABBC) is a Neuroscience competition open to Year 11 students from both New Zealand and Australia. Covering many topics such as formation of the brain, sleep, learning and neurological disorders, ABBC motivates students to learn about their brain and take an interest in Neuroscience and Science research as a career. It extends students, encouraging them to take a glimpse at the developing front of modern Neuroscience. Initially, students are provided with a booklet which covers the fundamental topics of the brain and its functions. After learning its content they then sit a multi-choice test online – the preliminary round of ABBC. Those who qualify then go on to be North Island finalists, participating in the second round of the ABBC in both team and individual events which are held at the University of Auckland. Every year Westlake students achieve excellent results; 2015 was no exception with 16 Year 11 students (out of 26 taking part in Round 1) gaining entry into the North Island Finals. We congratulate these finalists: Anushka Kharbanda, Marina Saleh, Shu Ting Tan, Celia Tsang, Regina Lee, Yuna Oh, Shannon Chalmers, Rayna Ravji, Vanessa Chong, Venjan Niu, Elizabeth Lee, Shannon Lu, Ashley Park, Yu-Ying Lee, Eleanor Feng, Regina Lin. The North Island Finals (or ABBC Round 2) will be held at Auckland University (Medical School) on 2 July 2015.

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The Westlake Brain Bees are now studying hard for this prestigious competition (using the reference textbook ‘Brain Facts’, a model of the brain, Neuroscience flash cards and even the pig’s brain dissection) in order to be ready to compete against almost 200 students from high schools throughout North Island. All students who qualified for the ABBC Round 2 will be awarded Round 1 certificates and academic badges.

Education: Westlake Girls High School

Westlake Student Wins Auckland City for Peace Award

Inspire Conference 2015 Recently, ten Westlake Girls High School Prefects attended the 2015 Inspire Conference, hosted by the Sir Peter Blake Trust. Speakers provided valuable insights into leadership success and global citizenship. Lady Pippa Blake spoke about the late Sir Peter Blake, his red socks campaign and how he used his success to raise awareness about environmental issues. True leadership is not just aiming for success, but aiming for positive change. Joshua Iosefo, Sir Ray Avery, the Honourable Nikki Kaye, Marcus Winter and Claudia Batten also shared their leadership journeys. A common theme was that success is really just hard work, being passionate about what you do and having confidence in yourself and your abilities. That last point, I think, was the biggest thing we took away from the conference; that these successful and inspirational leaders were once just like us! Prepared by Emily Duckett.

Year 13 student and Wairau House Captain Romy Lee has just been awarded this year’s Auckland City for Peace Youth Award. This award recognises young people who are actively working to promote social justice, human rights, and multi-culturalism in their communities. Romy is an excellent advocate for all of these elements in her numerous activities at Westlake, including Romy Lee. her role as an Amnesty International leader, and as a participant in UN Youth and Model United Nations Assembly.

Recognition for Premier Premier Squash Team Championship Runners Up Water Polo Players On 23 May three students, Nadia Pavlovich, Emily Nicholson and Bernadette Doyle embarked on a 3-week tour of Europe as members of the Born 98 New Zealand water polo team. Captained by Nadia, they commenced their tour with a training tournament in Hungary. They then travelled to Germany to play in the 1st International Peter Lindner Memorial Tournament. The purpose of the tour was to prepare the team for the 2016 Youth World Championships which will be held in New Zealand. Emily Nicholson has just been named in the Junior New Zealand Team travelling to Mexico to compete in Junior Worlds in August. Emily, Bernadette and Nadia have also all been announced in the Schoolgirls New Zealand squad.

On 16 June the Westlake Premier Squash team competed in the Auckland Squash Championships. The students played remarkably well, beating St Mary’s College and St Cuthbert’s College convincingly. The final against Epsom Girls went down to the wire. At two matches each the scores were tied with one match remaining. Unfortunately we lost the last game but finished the tournament as runners up. The team consisted of Michaela Coe, Vanessa Tang, Heather Brooks, Amara Afghan, Vaihei Hunter and Juhee Son.

The students played remarkably well, beating St Mary’s College and St Cuthbert’s College convincingly.

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Education: Long Bay College

Students savour culinary challenge Long Bay College students delivered a recipe for success at the 2015 Auckland Secondary Schools Salon receiving some of the highest scores ever given in the history of the event. Over sixty schools take part in the Culinary Fare which provides a unique opportunity for local secondary school students to display their hospitality skills, innovation and creativity. Long Bay College had twelve students compete in categories including Cake Decoration, Omelette and Barista. Year 13 student Katie Fairgray was named Regional Champion for Table d Hote, while Year 11 student Tessa James won the Gold medal in the Innovative Table setting category after she demonstrated innovation, practicality and style in a rural royalty themed table setting for four, complete with grass growing on the table. Year 13 student Kaileen Button was also awarded first place for her original smoothie recipe. Kaileen was inspired by a beach sunset theme for her smoothie and used sand and shells to help decorate her winning entry.

Kaileen Button.

Navigating their way to orienteering trophies The Long Bay College Orienteering team has had another successful year at the New Zealand Secondary Schools Orienteering Championship in Motueka. The boys team of Cameron De Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Isle, Liam Watkins Starrs, Daniel and Alex Monckton won the New Zealand Secondary Schools Premier Boys schools trophy for the second year in the row. Cameron De L'Isle is now the New Zealand Secondary Schools Senior Boys Champion in both the Sprint and the Long course after very good wins in both events. This is the first time the same person has won both trophies in the same year which is an incredible effort for the Year 13 student considering only three months ago he was still in a cast after breaking his leg at the beginning of the year. The girls team of Anna Thompson, Tayla Baxter, Femke Jager and Brittany Allison-Carnie came third in the Small Schools Entries. Year 10 student Brittany Allison-Carnie finished second in the Intermediate Girls Standard Long course and Daniel Monckton, Year 11, came third in the Intermediate Boys Sprint.

Daniel Monckton, Cameron De Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sle and Brittany Allison-Carnie.

ICAS Science Success Kia Ora! Long Bay College science students achieved well above national averages across all levels in the New Zealand and Pacific International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) Science Test. The school had 63 students from Year 9-Year 13 enter the ICAS science competition, which is a one hour multiple choice examination requiring students to use their science knowledge, reasoning and interpreting skills to determine the answers to 45 resource-based questions. Eight students ranked in the top 10% with Year 9 student Caley Roe being awarded High Distinction for being placed in the top 1% of New Zealand entrants.

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Long Bay College welcomed 43 new International students this term who will attend the school from anywhere between one term to five years. The students come from all around the world including China, Japan, Brazil, Chile, Germany, Austria and Italy and add cultural diversity and a global perspective to Long Bay College. On their first day, the students were welcomed to the school with a powhiri before learning the Ka Mate haka.

Cinderellaâ&#x20AC;Śyou shall go to the ball Year 12 and 13 students dusted off their royal coaches and polished their glass slippers for the annual Long Bay College School Ball. Cinderella was the theme for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much anticipated event which was held at the Pullman Hotel. Guests arrived in style for what was a memorable evening.

ENROLMENTS ARE NOW OPEN Long Bay College has a tradition of excellence in academic achievement, sport, cultural activities and the performing arts. Our greatest achievement is in the culture we have created and in growing great people. Prospective students and their families are invited to attend school tours on Monday 3rd August, Wednesday 5th August and Friday 7th August from 9am-10am. Please contact the College office to book your place

If you would like to arrange an alternative time to visit Long Bay College, or would like to receive a prospectus, please contact the College office. Enrolment dates and further information is available on the school website

Long Bay College Ashley Avenue, Long Bay, Auckland 0630 Telephone: +64 9 477 9009 Email: office @lbc.school.nz www.longbaycollege.com

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Education: Takapuna Grammar

An amazing opportunity Two of our Deputy Principals attended this year’s International Conference on Thinking, in Bilbao, Spain, as part of the school’s on-going commitment to professional learning. This global, five day conference is for educators, business leaders, those in the arts and sport. Mrs Carol Bashford and Mrs Louise Roe were among the 1650 delegates from 43 countries, including a significant number from around New Zealand. Belmont Primary School had four delegates there, including the Principal, Mr Bruce Cunningham. The highlight keynote for Carol and Louise was David Perkins, whose address “Making the most of the mind” was inspirational while Brendan Spillane, an Irish Australian, delivered a lecture on “Cultural acumen: leading a team of leaders” which focused on “how to build a thinking culture in your organisation” also made a great impression on them both. Other influential international speakers such as Joseph Renzulli, Guy Claxton, Edward de Bono, Howard Gardner (via Carol Bashford with keynote speaker David Perkins Carol Bashford and Louise Roe outside the satellite) and Art Costa delivered addresses that generated “lots and Louise Roe. Bilbao Guggenheim Museum. of thinking” which was the intention of the conference. The focus in preparing our students for living in the 21st century. from many of these leading researchers and educators is now more on students One of the other highlights was the “social” event held at the Guggenheim increasing their abilities at ‘skilfull thinking’, rather than a focus on ‘thinking skills’ Museum, a stunning architectural feature in Bilbao. The conference was also per se. an outstanding opportunity to network with educators from all around the Both deputies have returned invigorated, with new ideas to use in the world and may result in a visit from one of the presenters, to Auckland, later classroom and for school-wide initiatives. They were heartened, from what they heard, to be able to acknowledge, that New Zealand education is on the right track in the year.

Buying art and supporting Samoa Being connected, thinking of others and community engagement are important tenets of the NZ Curriculum. They are also integral to the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme for Creativity Action and Service. A small group of TGS students have an initiative underway to assist a small community, in a village, in Samoa. Their major fundraiser this year is an Art Exhibition of established New Zealand artists’ work for sale, called “From the Peninsula to the Islands”. The village of Lotopue has one primary school with more than 150 students but only a few classrooms. There is also a functional high school with students between Years 9-13 but tragically it was washed away by the tsunami that hit Samoa in 2009. It has since been rebuilt but could also use a huge amount of assistance. Community support is vital for this initiative to reach its goal, to raise funds for the small Samoan community. It is hoped that this Art sale will be the major fundraiser to establish the foundation, to provide on-going and sustainable support for the two schools of Vaisuli College and Lotopue Primary school. Opening at the Depot Artspace, Devonport, on Saturday August 8, at 2.00 p.m., it runs until August 26. The exhibition and sale will have well known artists from throughout New Zealand. The students are hopeful that a very large number of people will attend the exhibition and buy the art. Generating community support is their aim as they establish and develop Project Samoa. For those who may be interested, the list of contributing artists are on the charitable initiative website www.projectsamoa.com.

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Cycling success at North Island championships With around 50 TGS cyclists and a small enthusiastic team from Belmont Intermediate School from ‘next door’, the school had a very successful 2015 North Island Secondary Schools Champs, in Cambridge, at the start of the July Senior Boys. term break. It’s a long weekend with a Team Time Trial first up, followed by a Road Race and the Criterium on Sunday, with 10 riders staying on to race in the North Island Secondary School Track Champs on the Monday. The Senior Boys Time Trial team came 3rd. Individually, Oscar Elworthy Elle Wintle. placed 1st in the Under 17 Road Race, Joshua Kench placed 3rd in the Under 15 Criterium, Elle Wintle placed 2nd in the Under 17 Criterium and Harry Waine placed 2nd in the Under 17 Criterium. At the track champs, seven medals were won, three by Harry Waine. There were also several 3rd placings, in the Under 17 boys 750m team sprint, 300m team pursuit and Jacob Kench. Oscar Elworthy. 400m team pursuit as well as the Under 19 boys 750m team sprint. For Takapuna Grammar School Cycling, a total of 13 medals were won at the North Island Secondary Schools event and over 25 other Top 10 results – a dominant performance for our cyclists.

Education: Rosmini College

Rosmini College’s Intermediate Rugby Success Rosmini College took part in the annual North Harbour Intermediate Rugby Zone Day on Wednesday, 3rd June. Gibbs, Joshua Mason, Sam Jamieson, The all-day tournament took place at Harrison Lough, Thomas Shepherd, Cory Northcote’s Hato Petera College and Oram, Adam Kiernan-James, Cooper consisted of three different divisions: Heath, Riley Green, Toby Beckett, Stephen Under 45kg, Under 55kg and Open Copestake, Ethan Hardy, Xavier Lock, Keano Weight. Rosmini’s Junior Sports Kini, Zan Martin, Ben Blincoe, William Coordinator, Mr Darren Sexton, says: Landon, David Turner, Dominic Aldous, “All of Rosmini’s teams displayed some Matthew Verhoeven, Jack Watson, Sam impressive rugby skills throughout the Charleton-Maunder and Cameron Howell. day. The boys had trained for over a The team was coached by Adam Lough and month, and were excited to be finally James Watson. They finished top of their playing after the tournament was pool by beating Kowhai, De La Salle and postponed due to bad weather. The Rosmini Intermediate 45 kg Rugby Champs. North Counties. Mr Sexton says: “The boys Under 45kg team and the Open Grade went from strength to strength each game they played. They were outstanding at team went undefeated all day and won their finals. The Under 55kg team the break down and were very effective in the tackle, which minimised options finished 3rd.” and forced mistakes from the opposition.” Rosmini went on to play Sacred Heart On Tuesday, 23rd June Rosmini College’s Under 45kg team and Open Grade in the semi-final, where Rosmini won 10 – 0, then Rosmini played Remuera in team represented North Harbour in the Greater Auckland Inter-zone Boys’ Rugby the final where they won 17 – 0, becoming the Auckland champions. Darren tournament held at the Avondale Racecourse. Each grade consisted of the best concludes: “It was a special performance from all those involved. The boys eight teams in Auckland, each team being the winner of their cluster area. finished the tournament without conceding any points: 79 points for and 0 points Rosmini’s Open Grade team was up against some very tough, sizable against. Rosmini’s rugby success looks very promising in years to come.” opposition and the team placed 7th. Rosmini’s U45 team consisted of Connor

Over the Back Fence ‘A Strange Day’s Project Presentation Night’ Concerts Rosmini College Year 13 students, Ryan Quinn (17) of Albany and John Matthews (17) of Warkworth responded to an invitation from the Catholic Education Office to give a onehour presentation on Rosmini College’s Over the Back Fence (OtBF) Project at the Catholic Education Convention. The Convention was held in Wellington in early June.

Early this winter, Year 13 Prefect Oliver Cheyne (18) of Birkenhead performed on stage at the Auckland Town Hall as part of a ‘Strange Day’s Night’ concerts. These concerts celebrated 50 years since the Rolling Stones performed their first ever tour in New Zealand.

Rosmini’s HOD of Health, Mr Geoff Wood explains: “The OtBF project is an example of a collaborative opportunity for schools. It allows older students to teach skills, knowledge and model life skills to younger students. Rosmini’s Year 12 students are working with the students at St. Joseph Primary School whose school is ‘over the back fence.’ The physical activity John Matthews and Ryan Quinn. programme is in its tenth year and the video lesson activity is now in its third year.” Mr Wood explains that the video lesson activity involves broadcasting live lessons to a fast-expanding list of schools located all across New Zealand and overseas. He continues: “The OtBF mission is to develop young people into men and women who bring hope to others, to educate for life in a global world and to promote use of digital tools in education.” John and Ryan demonstrated to a packed room how they reach out and touch the lives of about a thousand students per week using simple video technology. They talked about classes mentoring about 50 students in remote Pacific Islands and how some groups work with students with disabilities. They also talked about the Y7-8 health and safety collaborations. Mr Wood says: “John and Ryan found the presentation a good challenge, especially in front of Mr Cooper and other Principals, including the Vicar-General of Catholic Education and the President of the New Zealand Secondary Schools’ Principals’ Association.” However, Mr Wood adds that the feedback they have received about the presentation has been very favourable with a teacher writing, “Your presentation gave me confidence to want to try something new with the use of Skype. What attracts me most to the idea is the self-motivation and engagement shown by your senior students. This is what I would love to see in my senior RE students!” Well done Ryan and John.

Both nights of the concert saw nearly full houses enjoying nearly three hours of performances from the extensive Rolling Stones repertoire. Oliver explains: “In 1965 the original line up of Mick, Keith, Brian, Bill and Charlie took to the stage and sent the young, enthusiastic crowd into a frenzy. I wish I could say the same – Oliver Cheyne. but we came close!” The concerts were presented by the Play it Strange Foundation and they raised funds for their Trust which supports and encourages young New Zealanders to develop interests and skills in music, composing and performance. The line up for the concerts brought established musicians like Split Enz’s Mike Chunn, The Exponents’ Jordan Luck, Th’ Dudes’ Peter Urlich and DD Smash’s Pete Warren together with budding teenage bands and, even, Primary and Intermediate students. Oliver played Guitar as part of a band consisting of these notable New Zealand musicians, and he says: “Being on the same stage as Keith Richards, anti-hero and the embodiment of rock n’ roll, was enough of a thrill, but to take the stage alongside New Zealand music royalty was an experience I will never forget.” Oliver continued: “The experience on stage was unbelievable, the feeling you get as the first chord reverberates through your body in unmistakable. A common feeling of euphoria echoed through the stage and filtered into the crowd who had gathered to celebrate a golden anniversary of the greatest musical minds. Playing the sounds that I grew up listening to with my musical idols was, perhaps, the greatest way to enter my musical journey.”

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Darby at Council

Devonport's Looking Delightful! Auckland Council’s record of investing in important local projects in this part of Auckland can be in no doubt after the recent $23 million investment in multiple local capital projects in Devonport.

Devonport Wharf Transformation.

Devonport Developments Seeing Devonport’s boardwalk, Marine Square, and historic Victoria Wharf developments complete is a real pleasure after years of work from council and the community. It started for me in 2005, championing the projects as a North Shore City Councillor, and concludes as an Auckland Councillor in a position to properly fund these long overdue projects. So it’s been a long innings for me and great to see the tide finally come in.

Chris Darby.

The completion of these projects is the culmination of a $24m investment over 24 months to revitalise Devonport village, the single biggest investment seen in the community’s long history. Between Marine Square, the Wharf upgrades, and the new Library - currently a top five contender for the international Public Library of the Year Award - the last 24 months have seen concrete delivery on the promise of what we call the Devonport Transformation programme. The new wharf boardwalk helps link the high street to the harbour, brings the terminal alive with people and provides a huge assist to ferry users. Walking down Victoria Road, you now have clear line of sight through the ferry terminal to your ferry, and the harbour and city beyond. The upgraded Marine Square anchors a fantastic new public space on the water’s edge. The square has evolved from a cumbersome car park to an integral and appealing part of the village’s attractive new gateway. The vastly more functional square layout will mean pedestrians, buses and cyclists can safely co-exist at this busy transport node. All of this enhances the amenity of the area and bolsters Devonport’s status as not only a gateway, but a tourist destination. These works are fantastic in their own right and form a vibrant foundation for Devonport’s development for decades to come. Council is excited about the future with Stage 2 of the wharf transformation programme now up for discussion, which involves upgrading and reconfiguring the southern section of the ferry terminal. New businesses bringing new life to the wharf will arrive before Christmas. Selecting tenants won’t be about letting space out to the first comer. Rather, they will be selected with a cohesive retail strategy in mind – this will lead to a selection of businesses that reflects healthy market contest and the demands of our residents and visitors. Development needs to match Devonport’s rich context and the goal of genuine place-making. The recent work complements our stunning natural environment and our rich Maori, military, and Victorian heritage. My vision is that the continuing transformation stimulates business and other activity by attracting even more visitors to enjoy our remarkable North Shore. I encourage residents and visitors alike to share in the sense of renewal that accompanies the completion of what has been an intensive period of development and investment for Devonport.

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First came the magnificent, $7.8 million new Devonport Library, Te Pātaka Kōrero o Te Hau Kapua. The library was an instant success story. In the first three months of operation it had nearly 100,000 visitors. In the same period last year the old library had just 28,000. New membership in the old library for the same period was 64 sign-ups. The new library recorded 532 new memberships. Devonport Library is one of only five public libraries worldwide to have been nominated for the coveted title of Public Library of the Year, awarded by the Danish Agency for Culture. The winner will be announced this month but being nominated is a major achievement in itself. And then on July 24 Devonport had more reason to celebrate with the official opening of the new Marine Square and new boardwalk, the first stage of the redevelopment of Devonport Wharf, new roads and Victoria Wharf’s new deck. These fantastic improvements add to Devonport’s rich history, heritage and culture and the village now as an integral and appealing new gateway which improves the connection between land and sea and delivers a new public space for people to enjoy the glorious Waitemata. The council’s investment in these projects also delivers a more functional layout in which pedestrians, vehicles and cyclists can coexist safely. There’s now a direct path aligning Victoria Rd and Takarunga / Mt Victoria and the eastern side of Devonport Wharf has been transformed into a significant public space on the water’s edge. Victoria Wharf now boasts 122 bike spaces plus around 30 scooter parks. That quite clearly delivers a great opportunity for growing numbers of Aucklanders who cycle and want to connect up with public transport on their commuting journey. Thirty percent of Auckland’s entire ferry patronage travels through Devonport – 1.8 million passengers a year – and, with Auckland Transport’s plans to upgrade the rest of the wharf pavilion very much on the radar, those numbers will continue to grow which is good news for commuters, tourists and local business people. Big improvements are also coming for bus users, not just in Devonport but all over the North Shore. Auckland Transport has begun analysing community feedback on its proposed changes which take effect in 2017. The changes being proposed will provide services designed to connect with each other, offer a new zonal fare system and high frequency services that run all day, every day. This strategic focus on other means of transport will help take cars off the roads and ease congestion – Aucklanders' number one irritation. I know Lake Rd is a real pain for many people but Auckland Transport has completed a travel survey and is working through a huge amount of data to get it sorted. Auckland Council’s $23 million investment is the biggest capital spend in Devonport – ever. I know that when the super city was established there was concern Devonport would be forgotten. But that hasn’t been the case. In fact this wonderful part of the North Shore has had a major transformation. These local projects are a great example of Auckland Council making a commitment to do something and then delivering. And there’s more to come. Auckland Transport is scoping work with the New Zealand Transport Agency on ways to connect Hauraki and Takapuna with SeaPath, the proposed connection to SkyPath, that will see us have a cycleway all the way from Devonport to St Heliers. And that adds up to an even stronger cause for celebration on Auckland’s increasingly notable North Shore. Mayor Len Brown.

Len Brown, Mayor of Auckland

Education: Tim Oughton, Kristin School

George Wood is a North Shore ward councillor on the Auckland Council. The former three-term mayor of North Shore City lives in Forrest Hill with wife Myra.

Kristin School's Executive Principal, Tim Oughton, considers how intercultural experiences can inspire students to make a positive difference in the world.

Global Perspective and Understanding

Auckland Council with George Wood

Tim Oughton.

In the recent term break I joined a group of Kristin students for an international student convention in Mussourie, Northern India. The convention was hosted by Woodstock School, a well-known international boarding school situated in the beautiful foothills of the Himalayas. It is a breathtakingly beautiful part of the world and seeing the grandeur of the magnificent 6,500-metre mountain peaks a mere 200km away was awe-inspiring. Kristin and Woodstock are both part of a Global Alliance that aims to promote international understanding and provide opportunities for individuals, both teachers and students, to study cultures and practices that are quite different from their normal experiences. To see these students – over 80 in total, from all over the world – connect and collaborate on environmental and community projects was, to me, a shining example of their potential to make a real and valuable difference in our world. It also highlighted the responsibility we have as educators to foster a culture of global awareness and understanding for our students. For over 160 years Woodstock School has occupied a beautiful place high above the Ganges and Yamuna Rivers. The Woodstock staff and students all live on site and amongst many of the divides that characterise the 21st century – divides between east and west, rich and poor, creed, culture and race. It is a backdrop that provides an inspiring mix of opportunity and challenge. One of the many challenges the visiting students faced was physical – walking long distances up steep slopes at high altitude. A feature walk for our students involved a visit to a local mountain village school, Kaplani School, located approximately 6km from Woodstock. Kaplani School has nearly 80 students from Grades 6 to 10 and was founded by a former student of Woodstock School as a memorial to the premature death of his 6 year-old daughter. The school exists because of the generosity of others and provides an education for the local village children who would otherwise be unable to get any schooling. Some Kaplani pupils spend four hours every day walking to and from their treasured school. It was obvious from the outset just how much these children valued their education – they applied themselves purposefully and diligently in their spartan classrooms, they took pride in their written work, they collaborated effectively and they listened intently. They also seemed to smile a lot! Through this visit our students were introduced to a completely foreign style of education, light years apart from their own, and yet it was clear how much the Kaplani students appreciated the education they were being offered. One student said to me, “Mr Oughton, it is only by coming here that I realise just how fortunate we are in New Zealand to have the kind of schools and teachers we have”. Our students immersed themselves in Kaplani school life for the day – they relished the experience, as this extract from the daily blog illustrates: “We taught them simple fun games such as Heads Down Thumbs Up, Pictionary, and Consequences; they introduced us to Coco, a game similar to Tag with an Indian twist, and several different hand games. Not only did we play games with each other, but we also were able to share our cultures through music…It was a fun and fulfilling experience to be able to engage with other students and to get a taste of their school life and Indian culture…We loved spending time with them, and we are very thankful for this service opportunity to meet with the locals. Hopefully we will have many more chances to give back to their community, be it big or small, in the future.” These words fill my heart with joy – for this small group of North Shore students, the journey to make the world a better place has already begun.

Rates decision a wound that won’t heal Talk about brinkmanship and decision making where the outcome is not known until the final vote – the final debate of the 2015-2025 long term plan had it all. The Auckland Council Governing Body voted on May 7 that the 10-year plan put forward by Mayor Brown would be accepted. The plan had to then go to the Auditor-General for checking and then on June 25 it was to be finally signed off. In the meantime six councillors then wrote to the mayor stating that they were unhappy with the proposed 9.9 per cent average household rates across Auckland. They requested the mayor have the budgets “revisited” urgently and in any case before the 10-year budget was signed off. Not being one of the signatories to the letter I was not privy to the negotiations that, I thought, would have been occurring behind the scenes with the mayor. It now seems apparent to me that nothing actually happened and it is clear that the mayor didn’t make any changes to his plan. When Thursday June 25 arrived it was one of the most surreal meetings that I have ever attended in my time in local government. Councillors were told in clear and concise terms the consequences of not passing the budget. I certainly had no intention of changing my vote. In my view Auckland Council would still continue if the long term plan fell over at that stage. It would have brought the mayor and the councillors, who supported the $114 targeted transport rate for residential properties, to quickly find solutions and get a realistic plan in place. The rates debate along with the passing of the Auckland Council’s long term plan has certainly raised a real firestorm within the community across the Auckland region. I held to my views that the budget needed pruning and therefore did not vote for the long term plan put forward by Mayor Brown. It is my view that more savings could have been found within the Auckland Council budgets. The budgets are in the vicinity of $3 billion per annum so within that huge range of spending there are, I am certain, more savings to be found. Unfortunately the people of the North Shore are being asked to shoulder a substantial burden with the new rates for the 2015/2016 year. Councillors are clearly getting the message from a wide range of our communities that a fairer system of rating must be found. It is my view that the level of the uniform annual general charge would be a good place to start. Councillors received clear messages in the consultation that the increases in rates being experienced across the North Shore should be managed better. It is interesting that the very high end of the residential property market actually received rates reductions in many cases. The level of consultation that occurred on the imposition of the $114 transport targeted rate for householders was hardly what I would call adequate. No mention was made of the amount that would be levied, if a targeted rate was imposed in the brochure that went out to the community. From what I have heard the $114 figure was arrived at without any justification as to what this amount would mean in the overall provision of transport. So residential ratepayers are levied this $114 figure while business premises face an overall figure of $183. So the New Zealand Sugar Refinery at Chelsea pays $183 and the superannuatant occupying a modest unit pays the $114 figure. In my way of thinking this is most unfair. So where do we go from here? It is heartening to know that councillors want to work hard to find savings within the existing budgets to cover this transport levy in the 2016/2017 annual plan. There is no doubt that the vanity projects of Mayor Brown mainly the Central Rail Link tunnel are having a marked impact on Auckland Council budgets. The targeted transport rate, in my view, was not fairly and adequately consulted on with the people of Auckland. This issue has, along with the changes in property valuations, raised much consternation in our communities. I am always available to discuss the makeup of individual’s rate demands when the first bills come out in August. You can email me at: george.wood@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.

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Accountancy: with Graham Lawrence, Bellingham Wallace

Incentivising your employees Considered an employee share scheme? An effective way to attract, retain and incentivise your key people is by creating an employee share scheme. Graham Lawrence explores three popular options with Hayley Buckley from Wynn Williams. Under these schemes, the company will issue shares (or an interest in shares) or options to key employees, directors or independent contractors who accept an offer to participate in the scheme (Participants). With the introduction of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013, it has now become possible to offer these schemes without the requirement for full and detailed disclosure documentation by complying with the exemption for employee share schemes. Set out below are three possible employee share scheme structures that you may consider as a means of rewarding, retaining and incentivising the key people in your business.

Employee share trust Under an employee share trust, the company would enter into a trust deed with a wholly owned subsidiary (Subsidiary). The Subsidiary will hold the shares on trust for the Participants, who would acquire a beneficial interest in the shares (Interest) rather than the legal title. The Subsidiary would exercise all voting rights in respect of the shares it holds, which makes this structure relatively easy to administer. Any dividends received by the Subsidiary will be passed down to Participants, including any proceeds of sale following an exit or liquidity event. Depending on the terms of the trust deed, if Participants leave the business, they can be paid out for their Interest at fair value or at some other pre-agreed formula. This formula can be structured to incentivise participants to stay in the business (for example, their Interests can vest over time). To the extent a Participant leaves the business and is paid out, the capital gain should be nontaxable to the Participant.

Loan to purchase scheme Under a loan to purchase scheme, shares in the company would be issued up front to Participants, who would then pay for those shares using money loaned to them (usually on an interest free basis) by the company. Participants would then be contractually required to repay this loan through their salary and any dividends. A loan can also be structured so that a Participant would be eligible for

a cash bonus under their employment or service contract subject to achieving specific milestones or KPIs, with such bonuses (if achieved) being applied towards repayment Graham Lawrence of the loan. The company should not have to account for fringe benefit tax on interest free loans to Participants so long as the loan is structured appropriately and the borrower is an employee. The tax cost base for the employee's shares should be set at the value that the shares were purchased for. To the extent the loan is not repaid, this should generate taxable income to the employee.

Phantom scheme Under a phantom scheme, a Participant will be granted what is known as a "phantom share option". When the employee exercises the option, they simply get a cash bonus which, subject to the rules of the scheme, is equivalent to the difference between the market value of the shares at the time of exercise and the relevant option price paid by the Participant. Usually, no shares are actually issued or transferred to the Participant on the exercise of the phantom share option, as it is effectively a cash bonus scheme. From an income tax perspective, the cash bonus should be treated in the same way as salary and will be taxed at source under PAYE rules. A phantom scheme can also provide Participants with a contractual right to receive a pre- determined percentage of the proceeds of an exit or other liquidity event. The payment should also be treated as a taxable payment for income tax purposes, and be taxed at source under PAYE rules.

Other points to note: Under most employee equity scheme structures, a company can provide an interest free loan to the Participant to acquire their interest. The advantage of these loans is that, if they meet certain conditions, they will not attract a fringe benefit tax liability for the employer. If you would like to discuss creating an employee share scheme, please do not hesitate to contact either Graham Lawrence at Bellingham Wallace or Hayley Buckley at Wynn Williams. Graham Lawrence Hayley Buckley grahaml@bellinghamwallace.co.nz hayley.buckley@wynnwilliams.co.nz

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North Shore History: with David Verran

Early buses to Browns Bay Recently I have been reading David Balderston's 'The Bayswater Harbour ferries of Auckland to Takapuna' (available for $50 from ngoiro@hotmail.com). He details the development of regular ferries, horse buses, steam trams and motorbuses on the Devonport to Milford route from the mid-nineteenth to the twentieth century. However, the East Coast Bays were not so well provided for, until at least the 1930s. I quote from Jim Mackay's writings on the 'Old North Shore': Brown’s boarding house [in Browns Bay] became very popular but transport was a problem because there were only clay roads and horse transport. This problem was taken in hand by the Brown boys, Peter and Allie, who secured horses and gigs and a four-wheeled coach wagon, and catered for transport to and from the Milford horse buses and later the steam trams. Later, with the coming of the Model T Ford, they fitted an engine into the iron-tyred four-wheeler with straight-rod for steering. This would be about 1907 and it did great service on the clay roads but gave a great rattle when it was on Milford’s small area of metalled roads. Brown’s boarding house and the bay itself continued to grow in popularity and this led to a wharf being built and the regular thrice weekly Auckland to Wade (now Silverdale) steamer service calling [at Browns Bay wharf] with goods and passengers as required. Later, this steam service was abandoned with the coming of steam trams, motor transport and metalled roads. A few years later the boarding house was destroyed by fire, and [from 1910] trams had opened up Milford and Castor Bay for seaside residential. Enquiries were being made for sections at Browns Bay and other East Coast Bays, and as Mr and Mrs Brown had reached retirement age, Mr Brown decided not to rebuild the boarding house, but to road and cut up the farm into sections for a seaside resort. As soon as this was done, seaside baches sprang up quickly, then with better motor transport, metalled roads gradually reached the bays and soon permanent residential homes began to be built. World War One retarded progress until 1920 but then a fresh start was made with good metalled roads and the present bus company took over the transport. Jim wrote that in the 1960s and was at that time referring to the North Shore Transport Company, which took over Browns Bay bus services in 1930, but before that was the Browns Bay Motor Bus Company. That company started around February 1920 with a weekend summer season bus service to and from Devonport, and later Milford. One result was the development of seaside resorts such as the Lotus Land Estate from October 1921 and the Murrays Bay Estate from February 1923. By November 1923, there were two buses a day between Browns Bay and Milford in winter months, and a more regular summer bus service. By 1925 it was three buses a day. In 1926, both the Devonport Steam Ferry Company and the Takapuna Tram and Ferry Company publicised their links with independent bus services to Browns, Murrays and Campbells Bays. For example, the Royal

By November 1923, there were two buses a day between Browns Bay and Milford in winter months, and a more regular summer bus service. By 1925 it was three buses a day. Blue Bus Service ran a service to the East Coast Bays from Bayswater wharf in the 1926 to 1927 period. In the 1930s, the North Shore Transport Company expanded the Browns Bay service to Torbay, and by 1945 that company offered a 'worker's bus' which started at 6.30 am in Torbay, proceeded down Beach Road through Murrays, Mairangi and Campbells Bays and reached the Bayswater ferry at 7.30am. By 1947, the company garage in Browns Bay employed 19 drivers. By David Verran

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Property Law: Rachel Lee, Davenports

Rachel is a Legal Executive in the property team at Davenports Harbour. She is an Associate member of the NZ Institute of Legal Executives. Rachel and the Property Team manage a wide range of property matters from simple residential sales and purchases through to complex apartment developments, banking security and restructuring.

Do you need a LIM report for bare land?

Rachel Lee.

Kim had recently decided to get into the property market as an investor. She had been to a few open homes and auctions but had decided that investing her money into a newly formed subdivision was the best way to go. She had found an ideal site in a brand new subdivision. There were only a couple of sites left on the market. Kim signed up an agreement to purchase the land subject only to finance. The bank approved her lending within 5 days. Kim then made contact with a reputable building company which had a show home not far from the subdivision. Kim was impressed with the show home. Kim went unconditional on her agreement to purchase the land and started negotiations with the building company. The building work was completed as agreed and Kim was delighted when council issued a Code Compliance Certificate for the new home. Kim then set about searching for suitable tenants for the new home. Within three weeks she had found a young professional couple who were ready to move into the property immediately. The tenants lived in the property for two years and then contacted Kim to give notice that they were vacating because they had finally raised funds to purchase their own home and were to move in shortly. Kim thought about selling the property because the press reported that the market was “hot” and now seemed like a good time to sell. Kim was intending to relocate to Queenstown so quickly engaged an agent to market to property for an urgent sale. Within two weeks of the start of the marketing campaign Kim accepted an offer which was conditional on finance, building report and a LIM report. A week later the agent contacted her after speaking with the purchasers who had identified an issue in the LIM report. A copy was provided to Kim. The LIM report recorded that no Code Compliance Certificate had ever been issued for a retaining wall on the property.

Kim was intending to relocate to Queenstown so quickly engaged an agent to market to property for an urgent sale. The retaining wall had been constructed by the original developer and the work had been completed several years earlier. When Kim purchased the land she saw it as a bare land and never dreamed that a retaining wall might be a building work which would require a Code Compliance Certificate. Kim didn't think getting a LIM report for bare land was relevant. Rachel Lee:- Phone 915 4387, Email: rachel.lee@davenportsharbour.co.nz www.davenportsharbour.co.nz.

Talking Trusts: Tammy McLeod, Davenports

Tammy Mcleod (BA LLB), a partner at Davenports Harbour Lawyers. Tammy leads the Davenports Harbour Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the establishment and structuring of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, duties of trustees and the management and administration of trust funds. A key part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing existing asset holding structures to ensure they achieve the needs and requirements they were established to meet. She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and believes that the provisions of the Act are an important consideration in personal asset planning. Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Women’s Lawyers’ Association and is a current co-convenor of the NZICA Trust Tammy McLeod. Special Interest Group.

Paul & Julia Paul met Julia on an internet dating site. He had been single since he separated from his wife four years ago and while various friends had match made him with their friends, he decided it was time to take matters into his own hands. After a few hesitant dates, he realised that he and Julia were very compatible and after a few months, she moved into his house. Having been burnt once before, Paul suggested to Julia that they sign a contracting out or pre-nuptial agreement. Julia was highly offended and was adamant that she wasn’t in the relationship for money. Things got so emotional that Paul agreed that they didn’t need an agreement. Nevertheless, he had heard about how a trust can protect your assets in the event of a relationship break up, so without telling Julia, he went to his lawyer(an old rugby mate of his), set up a trust and transferred his house and some investments he had in managed funds, to the trust. Things went well for nearly seven years and then Julia told Paul that she was leaving him to “find herself”. She said that she hadn’t been happy for some time and was going to move to a remote coastal town in North Otago. Paul wasn’t all that unhappy about Julia’s decision, as for some time he too hadn’t been convinced that the relationship was going to be a long term one. Paul was very surprised however, when about a month after Julia left, he received a letter from her lawyer. The letter stated that Paul’s house, as well as the savings in his personal bank account were relationship property and that as such Julia was entitled to half. The letter said that even though Paul had set up a trust and transferred the house to the trust, under the law, that transfer of property was made with the effect of defeating Julia’s rights and could in effect be clawed back. Paul was astonished as his understanding was that because he had set the trust up before he had been in the relationship for three years, it protected his property. However, this time he decided to get advice from a lawyer who specialised in the area who told him that any property transferred to a trust during a relationship is vulnerable and that it was likely that Julia’s claims could be substantiated. Tammy McLeod, Phone 915 4386. Email: tammy.mcleod@davenportsharbour.co.nz www.davenportsharbour.co.nz

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Gundry's Grumbles: with Simon Gundry

Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character, who is known for calling a spade a spade. He is a director of contracting company Gill & Gundry, is an enthusiastic and active sailor (past crew-member of Ceramco New Zealand and Lion New Zealand in Whitbread Round The World races and Shockwave in Admiral’s Cup) and is a life member of the North Shore Rugby Football Club. This is his regular and lively contribution to Channel Magazine.

He's Back!

Simon Gundry.

Still a couple of things I could go on about... Sorry about missing last month, time just got away from me. It was the perfect storm of kids coming and going, work commitments, friends coming to stay and Aidan of Channel Magazine not harassing me enough. After five years, I am wondering if there is anything left to talk about. But there may be a couple of things that I could go on about. My favourite Council spending $49,000 on a traffic survey of Lake Road, when the Residents’ Association said they’d do it for nothing. You just need to drive along there to see what a shambles it is. I am lucky enough not to work 9 to 5.30 but sometimes it is just chaos, how anyone could sit in the queue at Esmonde Road in peak hour traffic trying to get to the city is just beyond me. Maybe somebody would like to explain to me how those on ramp lights work, as far as I can see they just bring things to a standstill and cause enormous frustration. We all know that merging like a zip is a far better proposition. While we are talking about traffic, a couple of weeks ago I was going up to Warkworth every morning, early, on the road at 6am. I could not believe the traffic between Warkworth and the Northern Motorway at that time of day. Five years ago there was hardly anybody on the road at that time of day, but now it is a full size commute each day. Instead of buying in Auckland, people are buying in places like Warkworth, Wellsford, Kaiwaka and I even know of a person who works on the North Shore and each day he and his wife drive from Maungatoroto to the Wairau Valley. A commute of an hour and twenty minutes each way. While I’m on about Council, what about their spending $90,000 to write to ratepayers and ring them to inform them their rates would be increasing. Some people have increases of around $1750 per annum I hear. I can’t believe that in a time of low inflation, the Council could be increasing rates to this extent. This is to finance Len Brown’s underground railway system to the tune of some $3 billion and I guarantee you that if this is allowed to be constructed it will end up costing at least twice that. There will be a huge ongoing cost to maintain this hare-brained scheme as well, the whole thing is lunacy. The Government has still not agreed to contribute at this stage either. We all know that this train is not going to run at a profit, rail systems don’t – especially as we have a relatively small population. It will always require heavy subsidies from us, the ratepayers. It was sad to see the other day, the passing of Charlie Bancroft, a life member of the Takapuna Rugby Club and ex-serviceman, wonderful family man, pioneer of so much on the North Shore. Charlie was a wonderful man who did so much for family and community. It’s the middle of winter, it’s now August and we are coming out of winter, although it hasn’t really been a bad one. We are bowling along on the road towards Summer and the Rugby World Cup. I’ve been thinking of going to the Rugby World Cup as I love the game and I love the tournament – maybe life is too short not to do it. It would be too easy to stay at home and watch it on TV but I can use the excuse of visiting one of my sons in London. I always have an excuse to travel, as I have one son in Canada, one in the States and one in the UK.

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It’s the middle of winter, it’s now August and we are coming out of winter, although it hasn’t really been a bad one. We are bowling along on the road towards Summer and the Rugby World Cup. I had to look after a couple of young kids the other day, two boys aged seven and 12, belonging to friends of ours. We spent the Sunday afternoon making model boats out of driftwood that we found washed up on the foreshore, we made a couple of half metre long trimarans; we used flax branches for hulls and bamboo for masts, we used old plastic bags for sails and made rudders out of cut up plastic, we secured weight to the sterns to keep the bows up, so it was a lesson in marine engineering at the highest level. I used to do this with my five boys as they were growing up and it really used to occupy many a happy weekend afternoon without any problem. I hadn’t realised how much I missed it. It was a beautiful July afternoon, the harbour was still except for a few zephyrs of breeze and we launched them off the Devonport Yacht Club wharf on an incoming tide and proceeded to walk along the waterfront towards Devonport Wharf, where we saw them sailing elegantly underneath the wharf, last to be seen sailing towards the Harbour Bridge. It was a great way to occupy a couple of kids for an afternoon at no expense, and the pleasure they got out of it was immense. Maybe simple things for simple people. It was a lot more pleasurable than taking the kids to the local mall, or even to the movies. All it takes is a bit of time and patience and I know from my boys that it’s things like that they remember all their lives.

QBE HARBOUR REWARD ITS CLUB PLAYERS FOR STRONG PERFORMANCES QBE North Harbour Rugby has announced their ITM Cup squad for 2015. The squad of 27 features 25 players who play their club rugby in the region with the exceptions being Rene Ranger and Daniel Halangahu who have both recently returned from France. “Our coaching group have been keeping a close eye on our Premier Club competition all year. We have been really impressed with a number of players, a few who have held their hands up high all season.” Comments Head Coach - Steve Jackson. “With QBE Harbour also having 14 players exposed to Super Rugby this season, it means we have the core of a very strong squad”. The side also features the return to the NZ rugby scene of Rene Ranger, who comes back from France after two years playing at Montpellier. Ranger, who has recently had surgery, will likely feature from half way through the ITM Cup campaign. “As with any recovery, we will monitor Rene’s progress on a week-by-week basis. To be honest our biggest issue with him will be to keep him from playing before he is ready as he is really keen to get into it.’ says Jackson. QBE Harbour will play two pre-season games over the next 3 weeks – against Waikato on 31st July in Hamilton and Auckland at Onewa Domain on 6 August - as they fine tune their systems and structures before they take on Bay of Plenty in the first round.

ITM CUP HOME SCHEDULE WELLINGTON Thursday 20 August 7.35pm COUNTIES MANUKAU Saturday 12 September 2.35pm CANTERBURY Sunday 20 September 2.35pm OTAGO Thursday 1 October 7.35pm NORTHLAND Sunday 11 October 2.35pm

James Parsons (69) - Takapuna Ray Niuia (15) - Massey Sione Mafileo (3) - North Shore Nic Mayhew (10) - Northcote Adrian Smith (5) - Massey Alex Woonton (25) - North Shore Jody Allen - East Coast Bays Hayden Triggs (10) - North Shore Gerard Tuioti-Mariner (5) - Massey Brandon Nansen (14) - North Shore Josh Blucher (6) - North Shore James Doyle - Northcote Hapakuki Moala-Liavaa - Massey Jordan Manihera (16) - Takapuna

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Legally Speaking with Schnauer and Co

Digital Death...

What to do with your “digital assets” upon death?

Legally Speaking with Andrew Schnauer, Schnauer & Co.

Andrew Schnauer.

When making a Will it is becoming increasingly relevant to consider whether you need to include provisions in your Will to deal with your “digital assets”. “Digital assets” is a way of describing a person’s online information and social media and typically might include for example computer software, various social media (e.g. Facebook, Google, Yahoo!, Twitter, YouTube and Linkedin), photos and emails. The digital universe is expanding rapidly. Storage capacity of computers apparently doubles every two years. More and more information is being stored online and computing is increasingly being completed “in the cloud”. There is no automatic or standard legal process for dealing with your digital assets in the event that you pass away.

Most social media companies are now starting to put systems in place to deal with requests by executors/ beneficiaries of a person’s estate in relation to a person’s digital assets. The issue has been recently highlighted in the USA where the parents of a Marine killed in Iraq wanted to access their son’s Yahoo! email account. The Marine’s father wanted to create an online memorial for his son using emails his son had written. He contacted Yahoo! to gain access to his account but Yahoo! refused to supply the password. Yahoo! cited their privacy policy and their terms of service which contains a clause stating there is no right of survivorship to

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an account. The family applied to the Court to gain access to the account. The Court eventually ordered that Yahoo! provide the information to the family which Yahoo! complied with on a CD containing the contents of the account. Yahoo! did not fight the Court order and accordingly no precedent was set for dealing with these situations and we understand Yahoo!’s policy still remains the same. The obvious solution is for a person to set out the following provisions in their Will (or at least in a separate document which is enclosed with the Will): (a) Details of all of that person’s digital assets; (b) Relevant passwords to enable access; (c) To whom control/access of the various digital assets is to be provided to upon death; and (d) Any specific instructions as to the deletion, variation or addition of information/postings to any of those digital assets. Most social media companies are now starting to put systems in place to deal with requests by executors/beneficiaries of a person’s estate in relation to a person’s digital assets. However these requirements vary and as can be seen from this article it is certainly easier to deal with a person’s digital assets if the Will-maker has set out these details as suggested above. This issue will only become more relevant as more and more content is stored online. Schnauer & Co – Phone 486 0177 – 222 Kitchener Road, Milford www.schnauer.com

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North Shore Commercial, Industrial, Retail

SALES AND LE ASING GUIDE

Accelerating success.

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No slow down for winter Winter may be upon us but we certainly haven’t gone into hibernation on the North Shore. It’s been a hectic few months in the Colliers International office with high levels of leasing activity, investor demand and purchases by owner occupiers. It’s also been a busy time in our Auction Room. Our current success rate is sitting at 87%. This success was helped by the sale of all seven, brand new retail units in Millwater Parkway, Silverdale - with impressive yields ranging from 4.92% to 6.20%.

JIMMY O’BRIEN General Manager - Director of Industrial Sales & Leasing North Shore +64 21 979 001 Jimmy.O’Brien@colliers.com EDITORIAL OFFICES Level 1, 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna PO Box 33462 Takapuna, North Shore +64 9 488 4777

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Office vacancy levels are at an all-time low on the North Shore - currently at 5.1%. This is being driven by continuous demand from owner occupiers due to the low interest rates. Here’s a list of our latest office deals and transactions, which on a land and building rate, produced prices ranging from $2,700/ sqm to more than $3,000/sqm. Mairangi Bay Unit L, 101 Apollo Drive sold for $377,500 9/40 Arrenway for $430,000. North Harbour 10A 65 Paul Matthews sold for $505,000 5C, 331 Rosedale for $815,000. Albany Unit B3, 17 Corinthian Drive sold at Auction for $550,000. North Shore’s industrial market is showing extensive activity at both ends of the spectrum. It is encouraging to see new industrial developments underway in Albany. Goodman has just sold its last 5,000 sqm site at the 11 hectare Orchard Park, where construction is already underway on a number of sites. Recent industrial sales on the North Shore include:  10 Bay Park, Birkenhead a 757 sqm industrial property located on 2,300 sqm

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of land sold vacant for $1,060,000 to a local owner occupier  7-21 Kawana Street, one of North Shore’s largest developed industrial sites with 13,000 sqm of buildings on 1.9 hectares and multiple national tenants. Sold by Tender for circa $15 million. Takapuna hasn’t missed out on the frenetic activity either. We were pleased to be able to relocate Property Partners into 1,300 sqm of prime office space at 2 Fred Thomas Dr where fit out is underway, and there’s also been a lease of 425 sqm at 87 Hurstmere Road. The AA relocated into 12 Northcroft St, and the sale of the Heartland Bank property at 452-456 Lake Road was via auction for $2,350,000. Properties which include residential live/work mixed use have also seen unprecedented demand. Recent sales at auction are:  A12, 16 Saturn Place  3/44 William Pickering Drive, North Harbour  C1, 8 Henry Rose Place. All up it is an extremely buoyant commercial property market on the Shore, so if you are considering moving, selling or buying, make a point of giving one of our specialist brokers at Colliers International a call.

Jimmy O’Brien General Manager | Director +64 21 979 001 Jimmy.O’Brien@colliers.com

Janet Marshall Manager Commercial | Associate Director +64 21 684 775 Janet.Marshall@colliers.com

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MATT PRENTICE Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 464 904 E Matt.Prentice@colliers.com

JANET MARSHALL Manager - Commercial M 021 684 775 E Janet.Marshall@colliers.com

MIKE RYAN Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 402 461 E Mike.Ryan@colliers.com

CRAIG NEWTH Sales and Leasing Broker M 027 4402 371 E Craig.Newth@colliers.com

NICK RECORDON Sales and Leasing Broker M 027 230 6751 E Nick.Recordon@colliers.com

DAVID GOODHUE Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 633 633 E D.Goodhue@colliers.com

RYAN DE ZWART Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 575 001 E Ryan.deZwart@colliers.com

ELLIE MARTIN Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 404 977 E Ellie.Martin@colliers.com

SHONEET CHAND Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 400 765 E Shoneet.Chand@colliers.com

EUAN STRATTON Sales and Leasing Broker M 027 580 7439 E Euan.Stratton@colliers.com

SAM SHERNING Sales and Leasing Broker M 021 359 100 E Sam.Sherning@colliers.com

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Fairview: Luxury Lifestyle Village

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Pat & Arthur Levett planning their next adventure on the high seas.

Do it once and do it right Question: Where do you retire to when you already live in a seaside town? Answer: Auckland – or more specifically, the North Shore where you get to enjoy the best of all worlds. Thirteen years ago Arthur and Pat Levett reversed the trend of retiring to the beach when they left their home at Ruakaka in Northland and moved to Fairview Lifestyle Village. A decision they haven’t regretted for a single moment. The North Shore has proved the perfect retirement location; close to theatres, shops, cafes, restaurants and essential services and still providing easy access to great beaches and a strong community feel. “We didn’t want to transition from our family home to a smaller home and then to a village,” says Arthur. “We wanted to do it once and do it right.” A big plus for Arthur and Pat are the facilities and social activities available at Fairview itself, including croquet and bowling greens, spa, pool and above all the wonderful dance floor in the Lodge at the heart of the village. “The earlier you move in the bigger the benefits,” says Pat. “You develop a sense of community here, getting to know like-minded people, having good neighbours and making new friends. ” As much as Arthur and Pat love their life at Fairview they have a need to travel. Their daughter and her family live in the UK so they like to go to London every year to see the grandchildren. But their real passion is cruising… in big ships! They’ve been to Alaska, the Baltic, the Mediterranean, to Hawaii and around the Pacific. Next on their agenda is a trip from Singapore through the Indonesian islands across the Timor and Arafura seas, around the top of Australia and down to Sydney. “Even though we’re retired and living here is like living in a luxury resort, we still get itchy feet,” says Arthur. However as good as it is taking off on a cruise, returning home again is equally as good. The lawns are mowed and your home’s maintained. Retirement living has never been better. Visit Fairview Lifestyle Village at 21 Fairview Avenue, Albany (off Oteha Valley Rd) or call Village Manager Peter Long on 477 3900.

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NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

FOR LEASE

Lease or Buy the Lot!

Standout Standalone

Freehold estate of 8,669m2, located close to the Albany Centre, contains three separate tenancy areas; two leased, one vacant. The vacant building is fitted out as a tavern with all related infrastructure but could be put to a variety of other uses. Contact the sole agents for an Information Pack now. www.barfoot.co.nz/64104

These are very hard to come by. A 519m2 two level standalone office building with 14 on-site carparks in central Takapuna. Exceptionally well presented with a high standard of fitout with a mix of meeting, office and open plan areas. Current tenants are consolidating, so there is a deal to be done here. Call the sole agents now to inspect. www.barfoot.co.nz/64274

12 Oteha Valley Road Extension, Albany

OPTIONS HERE For Lease - Vacant • 1,000m2 approx of building area • Previous use - tavern with a grand fitout • 3 bars, 2 kitchens and associated amenity For Sale • Freehold site of 8,669m2 • Three separate tenancies • Two leased, one vacant Site Characteristics • Relatively level • Close to Albany City

CONTACT Gary Seekup m 027 226 9880 g.seekup@barfoot.co.nz Tim Bibby / Bruce Jiao m 021 959 598 / 021 818 077 t.bibby@barfoot.co.nz AVAILABLE (unless sold prior) by Expressions of Interest closing 4:00pm, Friday 21st August 2015. 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna

18 Byron Avenue, Takapuna

KEY FEATURES • Standalone office building • Central Takapuna • 519m2 • UFB fibre connected • Balance of existing or a new lease

CONTACT Tim Bibby m: 021 959 598 t.bibby@barfoot.co.nz Ted Hill m: 0274 977 144 t.hill@barfoot.co.nz

AUCTION

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Takapuna's Finest

This standalone, road front office/warehouse has many possibilities. Income from one tenant and a telco plus 248m2 available to lease or occupy. Development options should be explored by “add value” buyers to capitalise on this 830m2 freehold site in popular Northcote. Contact the sole agents now for an Information pack. www.barfoot.co.nz/63991

This office is one of Takapuna's finest with its combination of outstanding views of Takapuna Beach and across Waitemata Harbour to Rangitoto Island and beyond. This 313m2 office is largely open plan with a flexible extendable meeting/boardroom, stylish reception area at the entrance. There is also a neighbouring 242m2 tenancy available which could easily be incorporated into one larger space. www.barfoot.co.nz/64120

33 Woodside Avenue, Northcote

KEY FEATURES • 830m2 freehold site • 534m standalone premises 2

• Convenient location • Multiple income streams

159 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna

CONTACT Gary Seekup m 027 226 9880 g.seekup@barfoot.co.nz Tim Bibby / Bruce Jiao m 021 959 598 / 021 818 077 t.bibby@barfoot.co.nz

AUCTION (unless sold prior) 10:30am, Thursday 20th August 2015. 34 Shortland Street, Auckland City

KEY FEATURES • Office with amazing sea views • Central Takapuna

CONTACT Tim Bibby m: 021 959 598 t.bibby@barfoot.co.nz

• 313m2 largely open plan office • Large sunny decks • Up to 11 carparks with more if required

Aaron Smith m: 027 255 8150 a.smith@barfoot.co.nz

Contact the record-setting Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial Team Barfoot & Thompson North Shore Commercial – 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Phone 489-3880 or visit: www.barfoot.co.nz/commercial

Takapuna's Best of Both Worlds Superb commercial investment located in the beachside mecca of Takapuna. Largely rebuilt in 2008 this standout opportunity offers the best of both worlds. A new lease and renewal has recently been signed by the established tenant across two quality office floors returning $74,310 p.a + GST. This offers stable bottom drawer income for investors in a location starved of commercial opportunities in this affordable price range. Investors must agree that while the commercial aspect underpins this investment. The flexibility offered by a mixed use zoning permitting both residential or commercial allows you hedge your bets on a stable yet rising office market or a residential alternative in a highly sought after and soaring housing market and unbeatable location. The fundamentals of this split risk investment are excellent. Buy one or buy both, all astute investors must enquire! Deadline Private Treaty closing 4pm, Thursday 27 August 2015.

KEY FEATURES • 246 m2 total Unit C 119 m2 unit d 127m2 • 9 covered carparks • Two tenancies, one tenant, returning $74,310 p.a net plus GST and OPEX • Conservatively rented in a rising office market • Excellent condition and presentation (largely rebuilt in 2008) • Longer term development upside under PAUP • Unquestionable location, close all Takapuna beach and the fantastic • Business and lifestyle amenity Takapuna offers

www.barfoot.co.nz/64334 CONTACT Nick Brown

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d. 09 359 7818 m. 021 162 3239

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Commercial Property: with Bayleys North Shore Commercial

On the shopping list… syndications of large property assets such as the Countdown supermarket in Petone are proving a hit with investors.

Super cash cow Commercial property syndications are proving to be an attractive monthly income generating component of retirees’ superannuation savings and are also drawing plenty of interest from other investors by offering good exposure to high value property. One of the biggest challenges facing many retired people at present is how to generate sufficient income to cover the ongoing outgoings they have. The government pension only goes so far and with interest rates currently at historically low levels, money in the bank is producing a meagre return. Also the income earned on most fixed interest investments is not paid until maturity so is of little help for people living in a retirement complex, for example, where regular payments are required to be made to the operator. As a consequence there has been a big pick up in interest in property syndications where investors share in the ownership of a large-scale property asset. A major drawcard is the monthly cash payments that syndications make, says Brian Caldwell, who specialises in the marketing and sale of syndicated offerings for Bayleys North Shore Commercial. “The income returns from high value commercial property are also close to twice what you can get in the bank. In the current low interest rate environment, the return on equity from syndicated property investments typically sits at between 8% and 9.5% per annum so it is not hard to see why they are attracting investors and are filling up quickly.” Public property syndications generally have a minimum investment requirement of $50,000 which makes them an accessible and affordable component of a superannuation fund. But it’s not just “Mum and Dad” investors who are being drawn to them, says Mr Caldwell. “They are also appealing to younger couples who want somewhere to put their money until they buy a house as well as wealthy individuals and people on high salaries looking to spread their investment risk across a range of different sectors which may include property, shares and fixed interest. “The latter group will often buy into a number of syndications to give them exposure to a mix of office, retail and industrial properties in different geographical locations and may also purchase multiple $50,000 share parcels.

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Brian Caldwell. …“I have been involved in syndicating properties for over 10 years and a more professional industry has emerged.”

Typically across the syndications I have been involved in, people are investing between $100,000 and $150,000 and in the last one I did a Taranaki farmer purchased $1,000,000 worth of shares.” Mr Caldwell says syndications are also attracting former hands-on property investors who have previously owned and managed their own commercial properties but are looking for more passive investment options now that they are older. “Owning your own property entails quite a bit of input to ensure that it is performing well and will generally require a capital outlay in excess of $1 million for a well located standalone holding on its own freehold title and with a good tenant profile. Syndications provide the option to invest in a far wider range of properties with these attributes at a smaller capital outlay and without the administrative burden of direct ownership because they are professionally managed. “They also provide smaller investors with access to large, high quality and high yielding commercial and industrial properties which would otherwise be beyond their reach.” Mr Caldwell has marketed a number of syndications on behalf of Albany based Maat Property Group, which has successfully syndicated nine properties at values ranging from $4 million to $25.5 million. It generally offers $50,000 parcels of shares in a company established to purchase the property that is being syndicated and which is structured as a Portfolio Investment Entity (PIE). This means tax is deducted by the company at each shareholder’s Prescribed Investor Rate (PIR) up to a maximum of 28%. “PIEs are particularly attractive for investors or family trusts paying the top tax rate of 33% on other income but they also save all shareholders from having to worry about accounting for tax on this investment at the end of the financial year,” says Mr Caldwell. PIE syndications that Bayleys North Shore Commercial has marketed on

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behalf of Maat Property include a new Countdown supermarket in Petone with a 20-year lease, a Mitre 10 store in Whangaparaoa, an office building in the Manukau CBD leased to the Crown and other properties with multiple tenancies.

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The latest offering is the 8.45ha Todd Park in Porirua, which is the former Todd motor assembly plant now converted to a logistics, storage and bulk retail facility which has attracted a number of big name national and multinational tenants. It is offering an initial projected annual cash return of 9.25%. Mr Caldwell has built up a strong database of investors from around New Zealand who have either bought into property syndications or are interested in doing so. Typically, around 50% of buyers in new syndications come from that database reflecting the fact that many have already had a good syndication experience.

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“We tap into that database as well when someone is looking to sell their shares and in most cases they are acquired by other investors in that syndication. Because of the recovery in the commercial property market in the last few years we are also now seeing situations where very good offers are being made on syndicated properties and shareholders are opting to take some capital gain by selling the whole property. This requires the agreement of 75% of shareholders and the sale proceeds are distributed commensurate with the number of shares held.” Mr Caldwell says the best syndicated properties all have the same features – a quality building in a good location with a strong tenant or tenants on long leases providing secure cash flows. He says because real estate syndicates own income-generating real estate secured by tangible “bricks and mortar” assets, they are not subject to the same short-term volatility common in equity markets which can cause concern for some investors. “However, property markets have up and down cycles and investors should be aware of the risks associated with investing in property. These are clearly spelt out in the Investment Statements that are required for all property syndications and which come under the scrunity of the Financial Market Authority (FMA), the government’s investment watchdog. The biggest risk is usually related to tenancy exposure and the impact on income if a tenant vacates or goes out of business and how difficult it might be to secure another occupant.” Mr Caldwell says the increased scrutiny of public syndications by the FMA has been a positive for investors. “The additional compliance requirements have certainly added to the cost of syndications but they have lifted the calibre of syndicators and the quality of properties being offered for syndication. “I have been involved in syndicating properties for over 10 years and a more professional industry has emerged, with many clients being repeat investors.”

ully paid B shares in a new company Osterbama Property Investments Limited which will acquire these properties. PROJECTED CASH RETURN PER ANNUM PRE TAX* PAID MONTHLY

Maat Consulting Limited with cash returns paid

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Fully managed by Maat Consulting Limited with cash returns paid monthly Only 400 parcels of fully paid B shares in a new company Todd Park Investments Limited which will acquire the property. Each parcel comprises 50,000 shares of $1 each. al DIY tenant with proven trading history l 8 Storey commercial office tower and basement carpark level 19 November 2007 plus three rights of renewal l 9 year lease to The Crown from June 2012 plus three rights of renewal of 3Toyears each register your expression of interest and to receive a copy of the • Fully managed by Todd Park Investments Limited with cash returns combined investment statement and prospectus please contact: growing region paid monthly l Located in the heart of Manukau City • Major tenants include: Mitsubishi NZ Ltd, Placemakers, NZ Post, Brian Caldwell - 1.8608ha l Freehold site AUTHORISED FINANCIAL ADVISOR Ericsson Comunications Ltd, Fusion Interiors Ltd, R.A Hannah &

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Co Ltd, Downer NZ, Anderson & Flowers Ltd, Free Kindergarten M 0274 815 505 B 09 489 0994 E brian.caldwell@bayleys.co.nz To register0800 yourTOPRETURN expression(0800 of interest and to receive a copy of the combined Association, Conroy Removals 867 738) e year period. The combined investment statement and prospectus contains details investment statement and prospectus please contact: will be calculated and the risks associated with this investment and return. The • WALT 6.55 years ncipal assumptions and method of calculation described in the combined investment Brian Caldwell • Large freehold site - 8.4515 advice hectares ctive investors are recommended to seek professional from an Authorised AUTHORISED FINANCIAL ADVISOR • circumstances Minimum investment of $50,000 ccount their personal before making an investment decision. The M 0274 815 505 sonalised advice, but• will provide all prospective investors a copy of theinvestment combined entity (PIE) DEVEREUX HOWE-SMITH REALTY LTD, BAYLEYS, The company intends to registerwith as a portfolio LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008 B 09 489 0994 DEVEREUX HOWE-SMITH REALTY LTD, BAYLEY tus and valuation report. Disclosure Statements for the selling agents are available E brian.caldwell@bayleys.co.nz LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 200 money should be sent other than accompanying an application form as set out in the *Projected pre-tax return for full one year period. The combined investment statement and prospectus contains details of how the return for the investment will be calculated and the risks associated with this investment and www.osterbamaproperties.co.nz 0800 TOPRETURN (0800Prospective 867 738) d prospectus. return. The projected return is based on the principal assumptions and method of calculation described in the combined investment statement and prospectus. investors are recommended to seek professional advice from an Authorised Financial Adviser which takes into account their personal circumstances before making an investment decision. The selling agents are not providing personalised advice, but will provide all prospective investors with a copy of the combined investment statement and prospectus and valuation report. Disclosure Statements for the selling agents are available on request and free of charge. No allotment of B shares will be made and no application for shares or subscriptions for shares will be accepted, during the period starting the date of registration of the prospectus and ending on the close of the consideration period under the Securities Act (anticipated to be five working days after the date of registration of the prospectus. No money should be sent other than accompanying an application form as set out in the combined investment statement and prospectus.

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Settlers Albany: Luxurious Lifestyle Village

Settlers Albany residents fund raising for Nepal earthquake.

Nepal Earthquake Fundraising Events On The Shore Scenes of the massive earthquake that destroyed much of Nepal in April this year couldn’t help but horrify. However for Dennis and Margaret Barber of Settlers Albany, the impact was more personal. The need to help more urgent. After a long career with the BNZ Dennis and his wife Margaret, spent many years working with International Nepal Fellowship (INF) as an auditor and Margaret & Dennis Bar Rosalie Pearson & Kei ber, th Thorpe. accountant in Nepal. “The scale of disaster is enormous, almost incomprehensible,” says Dennis. “People in Nepal have lost everything.” Together with other residents of Settlers Albany, Dennis and Margaret are committed to supporting the people who are helping to rebuild Nepal in the face of enormous challenges. They along with residents have come up with some great ideas and events that we can all enjoy supporting for a good cause. Along with generous sponsors Roskill Curtains, Lovich Floors, CMP Construction and Speedy Signs Albany, Settlers residents are hosting a series of events this month that will raise funds for INF to assist with the repair and re-construction of homes and buildings for the disabled people of Nepal. Planned events include a good, old-fashioned mini market with traditional craft, white elephant and food stalls, a special children’s movie and photos with gold medalist Precious McKenzie; a bowls tournament and high tea; a Big Night Out! (song and dance from the ‘40’s and 50’s); a car valet; and a Las Vegas casino evening hosted by the Henderson Lions Club. There will also be speakers with first hand experience of working and living in Nepal such as well-known surgeon, Ian Bissett (a member of INF) and anesthetist, Maurice Lee. All events will take place this August at Settlers Albany. Manager Keith Thorpe and Sales Manager Rosalie Pearson invite everyone to come along and support this wonderful initiative so please email or phone for an events calendar as you would be most welcome to attend. From where we stand, it’s gratifying to see that community spirit and reaching out to others is thriving on the Shore. For more information, dates and times of the events call Settlers Albany 09 415 2617.

“Never settle for second best. This philosophy earned me fourteen gold medals, a good wife, and a happy life. Now I’m retired, nothing’s changed. I invested in a home at Settlers Albany and I’ll tell you what… this is retirement living… gold class!” Precious McKenzie MBE Lucas 2 bed luxury apartments from $625,000. Open every day 10 – 4pm. Call Rosalie on 415 2617. 550 Albany Highway settlersalbany.co.nz

A GOOD LIFE. A SMART MOVE. Premier Lifestyle Villages group includes Settlers Albany, Fairview Lifestyle Village and Fairview Care Ltd.

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Channel Feature Properties with Andrew Dorreen, Precision Real Estate

Live The Ultimate Kiwi Beach Lifestyle 22 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay Perched on an elevated beachfront site on the tightly held Campbells Bay Beach, 22 The Esplanade offers families the ultimate lifestyle. Offering 4 double bedrooms and a separate office/fifth bedroom, the layout will accommodate most families. A choice of three elegant and practical living spaces flowing out to two large decks, one for morning and one for the afternoon sun. Views from this property are one of widest and most intimate aspects you will find. Extensive decking, moulded around trees, give breath-taking views. A large sunken seating area with fire pit, right on the beach, makes a fantastic entertaining area while watching the changing landscape. The 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home has had a full make over including new roof, weatherboards and new double glazing to ensure carefree

Views from this property are one of widest and most intimate aspects you will find. living for the next 40 years. This is a great opportunity to secure a fantastic home with an excellent relationship with the water, on a large site of 884m2 which is going to stand the test of time.

Andrew Dorreen | Precision Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

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A Fantastic Seaward Side Family Home 4A Saltburn Road, Milford

Waterfront Development Site of 2,000+ square metres

space. Configured as a four bedroom, plus office home, you would have three separate lounges or a children's play room/media room. All bedrooms are generous by today's standards, and the master offers a walk in wardrobe and nice ensuite. Built by well regarded North Shore builder Lance Kells, the home is constructed of cavity plaster and a full building and thermo report is available on request. Overall this is a fantastic family home with a very well laid out floor plan which will impress most modern buyers. An opportunity has presented itself and the vendors are committed to meeting the market. Flexible viewing times are available. Contact Andrew Dorreen Promptly to avoid missing this excellent opportunity.

Located in the heart of the famous golden mile, 4A Saltburn Roads location needs no introduction. On offer is a fantastic family home perfect for those who want space, expansive ground floor living, and all the convenience that this famed location brings - with minimal up-keep and maintenance. Although a large dwelling, the current owners love it for its lock up and leave qualities, and this is apparent from when you walk in the front door. Two expansive lounges, both open by way of bifolding doors to a large paved area, partly covered by electric louvres. This enables all weather outdoor dining overlooking the heated pool and spa. The large, modern kitchen has plenty of space and the generous stud enhances this downstairs. Upstairs is vast with four dedicated bedrooms and an office, with another lounge or very large fifth bedroom for those who need the

Three Brand New Golden Mile Townhouses all sold off the plans!

Contact Andrew Dorreen for further information about these spectacular real estate offerings. Andrew has sold $220 million worth of real estate since January 2013 at an average of over $3 million per sale. January 2015 was his biggest ever month â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with over $30million sold. Contact Andrew Dorreen today- North Shore's Top End Specialist.

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The Channel Crossword

THE CHANNEL CROSSWORD Set locally by Maya, especially for Channel each month. No. 6.

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FOR LIFE

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just retire. RETIRE EXCEPTIONALLY Our final stage brand new apartments are now complete. With a prime position between the seaside suburbs of Takapuna and Milford, THE POYNTON has set a new standard of retirement village living on the North Shore. As more residents have made it their home, a vibrant community has blossomed into a place of fun, laughter and lots of activities. With our final brand new apartments now complete, there is still an opportunity to secure this first-class retirement lifestyle, however you will need to act promptly. To see how a move to THE POYNTON could transform your life, simply pop along to our Open Weekend.

Hear our stories online. Metlifecare residents talk to Jude Dobson about village life. m etlifecare.co.nz/tru esto ri es

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Yesterday’s Character Meets Today’s Modern Family Sunny and spectacular, 5 bedroom home at 27 Russell Street, Stanley Point www.bayleys.co.nz/1450505

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