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TIM BRAY THEATRE COMPANY: NEWS

Favourite children’s story Greedy Cat by Joy Cowley Live on stage at The PumpHouse for the April school holidays Greedy Cat by Joy “Greedy Cat sat by the Cowley – at The big fridge door. Meow!

PumpHouse Theatre, Meow! Meow! He wanted Takapuna more.”

4th to 25th April – New Zealand’s most 10.30am and 1.00pm famous cat comes to life on (Anzac Day 25th April stage at The PumpHouse show times 1pm and in April for the school 3.30pm). holidays.

Accessible Auckland’s leading Performance Dates: children’s theatre company Audio Described – Tim Bray Theatre Performances – Tuesday Company, based right here 7th April: 12pm Touch in Takapuna, celebrates Tour, 1pm Audio its 100th production since Described Show; 1991 with 'Greedy Cat' Saturday 11th April,

by Joy Cowley. And to 12pm Touch Tour, 1pm celebrate such a significant Photo by David Rowland / One-Image.com.

Audio Described Show. occasion, the show will NewZealand Sign Language Interpreted – Saturday 4th April, play at five venues across Auckland from 4th April through until 5pm (Gala performance); Thursday 9th April, 10.30am; Saturday 23rd May 2020. After completing The PumpHouse season on 11th April, 10.30am.

Anzac Day, the show then plays at Glen Innes, Manukau, Western Sensory Relaxed Performance – Monday 13th April, 1pm.

Springs and Māngere.

In creating the show, Tim Bray, QSM, has based his script on For bookings phone 489 8360 or visit www.timbray.org.nz 10 of the Greedy Cat books by well-known New Zealand children’s author Joy Cowley (ONZ, DCNZM, OBE) adding original songs and music for an entertaining hour-long show.

Auckland’s leading theatre for children Originally staged by Tim Bray Theatre Company in 2010, the LIVE cast for the 2020 season brings back to the stage Max Easey as ON STAGE Greedy Cat, Kat Glass as Mum and Aunt Ann, and Calum Hughes as Dad and other characters. Emma Jenkins-Purro joins the cast as Katie and Christine White is the musician.

In 2019 Max Easey debuted with the company as Timmy the Dog in 'We’re Going on a Bear Hunt' and then played Lacky in 'The Little Yellow Digger'. Calum Hughes was last seen as Chris in 'We’re Going on a Bear Hunt' and Rudolph in 'The Santa Claus Show ’19'.

Kat Glass was the Pirate Mum in 'The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate' by Margaret Mahy in 2019. Christine White has composed most of the songs for the Tim Bray Theatre Company since 2004 and with a recent move to Auckland is now appearing in the shows and providing a live music accompaniment.

'Greedy Cat' is the first show presented as part of Tim Bray Theatre Company’s 2020 Season of Theatre for Children. It is a fantastic programme for 2020. After 'Greedy Cat' is 'The Magic Faraway Tree' by Enid Blyton (27th June – 18th July); 'The Twits'

by Roald Dahl (19th September – 10th October); 'The Santa Claus Show ’20' by Tim Bray (5-22nd December).

“Many audience members want to see more than one show a year so we have a 2020 Theatre Season subscription which allows savings of 20% on tickets,” explained Tim Bray, when announcing the dates for the year. “There is a four show subscription or a three Bookings timbray.org.nz or phone 489 8360 show subscription to suit family needs. And if that is not enough, Auckland Regional Tour 29th April - 23rd May the subscription allows access to the best seats in the house and For further information visit timbray.org.nz free ticket exchanges.”

Children are also encouraged to dress up as their favourite pussycat and join the costume parade prior to the school holiday or Saturday shows. It will be loads of fun for the youngsters in the school holidays.

4th April – 25th April

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CHANNEL MAGAZINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR

March 2020

This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for community events.

If you would like to include your event please email details to: christine@channelmag.co.nz

Monday

Tuesday

Contemporary Art and Graphic 30 Design, Mairangi Arts Centre, Mairangi Bay - 9.30am Monday Afternoon Clay Making, Mairangi Arts Centre, Mairangi Bay 1pm

Highbury Book Club, Highbury 31 House, 110 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead – 7 – 8.30pm Seasons Art Classes for Beginners, North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna - 9.30am

Instaglio Etching with Lisz 2 Bodsworth, Mairangi Bay Arts Centre - 9.30am Art Classes for total beginners, Kennedy Park, Beach Rd, Castor Bay - 12-3pm Yoga Classes, Birkdale Hall - 6-7pm

Every Room becomes a Panic 3 Room when you overthink enough, The PumpHouse - 7.30pm Mediumship for beginners, Meadowood Community House, Rosedale - 7pm

The Reading Revolution, Adult 4 literacy through reading out loud. East Coast Bays Library - 10-11.30 am Devonport Jets Run, Torpedo Bay, Navy Museum - 6pm

Coding for everyone, Devonport Library - 4pm-5pm (every Wednesday5 in March) Pasifika Rhymetime, Glenfield Library - 9.30am

The Reading Revolution, Adult literacy through reading out loud.

East Coast Bays Library- 10-11.30am Korean Bookchat, Glenfield Library - 10am Worm Farming 101, Orewa Library 10-11.15am

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North Harbour Hospice North Shore Golf Tournament, North Shore Golf Club - 11.30am – 7pm

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Bilingual Tea and Topics, 17 Glenfield Library – 10.30am The Drawing Room, Drawing & colouring for wellbeing and mindfulness, East Coast Bays library - 2-4pm

Tea & Topics Talk: Animal Re18 homing, saving animals in strife, East Coast Bays library - 10-11.30am The Reading Revolution, Adult literacy through reading out loud. East Coast Bays Library - 10-11.30am Summer Fun Pre-School Play, Castor Bay - 10am

Safety in Practise Learning Session, North Shore Hospital 5.30pm – 8.15pm Line Dancing, Sunnynook Community Centre - 10am-12pm

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Community Shared Lunch, 23 Glenfield Library - 12pm Chinese Dough Modelling, Glenfield Library - 1pm Cathedral Brass featuring Harmen Vanhoorne, St Peters Anglican Church, Killarney Street Takapuna 2pm Door Sales $15/20

Writers Club, Glenfield Library 24 10.30am Kids Tuesday Lets Draw and Paint, Mairangi Arts Centre - 4.30pm

The Reading Revolution, Adult 25 literacy through reading out loud.

East Coast Bays Library, 10-11.30 am Shakespeare’s Will, The PumpHouse, 8pm Runs until the 28th

Hawaiian Hula with Nā Opio Glenfield Library – 3.30pm Pasifika Rhymetime, Northcote Library - 10am

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Every Monday

Every Tuesday

Every Wednesday

English Bookchat, Glenfield Library - 10am Summer Fun Pre-School Play, Sunnynook Park - 10am

The Chess Club, Bays Club, 6 Anzac Road, Browns Bay, 9.30–11.30am.

Ph Brian 021 261 5382 Classical Pilates, Beach Haven Community House, 9.30–10.30am, bookings essential phone Kate 021 0270 4186

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Thursday

How to get mortgage free and retirement ready, Smales Farm 72 Taharoto Rd, Takapuna - 6pm Kids Athletic Series, Vauxhall Sports Reserve - 4pm Seasons Art Classes for beginners, North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna - 9.30am

Creative Talks – Chantelle Gerrard Costume Designer, The PumpHouse Theatre - 7pm

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Wednesday

Exercise Group for People with Parkinson's, Sunnynook Community Centre, phone Lisa 021 0287 8470

Realisticus Art Academy, Glenfield Community Centre 3.30–4.30pm or 4.30–5.30pm

Every Thursday CMA – companionship and morning activities for seniors, The Rose Centre, Belmont, 10am – 12.30pm

Art for Absolute Beginners, Highbury House, 10.45am-12.45pm

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OUR CHANGING WORLD

Coming soon! Join us this year for our free public lecture series at our Albany campus.

Discover the latest insights from our leading thinkers in humanities and social sciences.

Explore with them unique and captivating perspectives to better understand modernday challenges.

Friday

Saturday

Sunday Social Archery Tag, Freyberg Park, Browns Bay - 2-4pm Waters edge Digital interactive art display, Bruce Mason Theatre,1 The Promenade, Takapuna Ajeet Kaur – Live Concert at The PumpHouse - 7.30 - 9.30pm

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Lothlorien at East Coast Folk Club, 6 Folk Music, Senior Citizens Social Centre, Torbay - 8pm Sonic Music Festival – Funk, Devonport Band Rotunda - 7pm Harbour Hospice Hibiscus Golf Tournament, Helensville District Golf Club, 197 Peak Rd, Kaukapakapa 11am

Free Business Seminar, Do you 7 have what it takes? Glenfield Library - 1-2pm Code Club Aoteoroa – BYO laptop Ages 5-8, Albany Village Library 10-11 am Smales Farm Outdoor Movies, Aladdin, Smales Farm 72 Taharoto Rd - 3-7.30pm

Lakeside Multicultural Festival – Global music and dance, Pumphouse8 Ampitheatre - 1pm–5pm Sea Week – Sharks with Kelly Tarlton, East Coast Bays Library - 10am– 2pm

Ukulele Workshop, Glenfield 13 Library - 3.30pm Toy Library, 1 Simouth St, Mairangi Bay - 9.30-11.30am

Milford School Fair, Shakespeare 14 Rd, Milford - 10am–3pm Mama markets, Milford Senior Citizens Club Hall - 9.30am–1pm Birdman, Murrays Bay Wharf - 12pm Live Art – Youth Art, 38 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna -11am–1pm

Organ Recital – Paul Chan with Guest Trumpeter, Takapuna Methodist Church - 4pm Card Neigbourhood, Northcote Library, Lake Rd, Northcote 9am–1pm

Free Movies in the Park, 20 The Secret Life of Pets, Milford Reserve - 7.50pm Primary Schools' Beach Clean up Day – various beaches - 10–2pm

This is Us – Community Day, 21 Lake House Arts - 10am-5pm Concert Series – Folk Peter Grahame, Lake House Arts Centre - 3pm Composting Workshop, Birkdale Hall - 10am– 12pm Bokashi and Composting Talk, Northcote Library - 2–3pm

Community Open Mic, 3 local 22 Youth Arts musicians play live, 38 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 11am–2pm Woman’s Street Smart Self Defence Workshop, Massey Uni - 9.30am Hawaiian Lei Making Workshop, Northcote Library - 2pm

Northcote Collect NYC Tour 27 Fundraiser with Nathan Haines and Hollie Smith, Anthology Lounge - 8pm $44 Free Movies in the Park, Spiderman: Far from Home, Rosedale Park 7.45pm Mini Composting Workshop, Fiafia Fanau, Northcote - 4-7pm

Youth Film Showcase from local Young film makers special screening, 38 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna - 7-9pm

Young Designers and Creators 29 Market – 40 stalls from ages 12- 25, Smales Farm - 11am–3pm AAF Versus Black Grace, The PumpHouse - 5pm

Every Friday

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Every Saturday

Community Knitting Group, Glenfield Community Centre. 10am – 12pm

Yoga Classes, Birkdale Community House, 134 Birkdale Road, 6pm

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Every Sunday Northcote Petanque Club, Little Shoal Bay, 4-6pm Markets: Browns Bay, Anzac Road, 7am.

Takapuna 7am

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CONTENTS COVER FEATURES

MILFORD

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78 Milford News

Tim Bray Productions Presents: Greedy Cat by Joy Cowley

56 Kids Shining on the Shore

DEVONPORT 88 Devonport News

FEATURES 36 Shop the Shore

ARTS

60 Channel Youth

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62 Fianna Scholarships 2020

23 The Rose Centre

66 Young Wildlife Photographer of the

Year Award Winner Cruz Erdmann

23 The PumpHouse

68 Redgraves Home Fabrics

83 Northart

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84 Lake House Arts

Me and My Dog

The Vic

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82 Auckland Sinfonietta

76 Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman 90 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton

EDUCATION

128 The Channel Crossword

86 Massey University 91

Albany Senior High School

OUT & ABOUT

92 Rosmini College

02 Community Calendar

93 Takapuna Grammar

06 Out & About on the Shore

94 Kristin School 96 Westlake Boys' High School

EATING OUT

98 Rangitoto College

26 Eating Out Guide

100 Westlake Girls' High School

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102 Carmel College

Channel Eats Out: Smokepit & Buoy

TAKAPUNA BEACH 40 Views from the Beach with TBBA

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FROM THE EDITOR

Janet Marshall

The Channel Magazine team, back: Tanya Rotherham, Crystal Sharp, Aidan Bennett with Tui, Bruce Craig.

Front: Kim McIntosh, Nikki Davidson with Maisie.

Welcome to our March 2020 issue of Channel Magazine What wonderful weather we have had over the past couple of months. It has provided us with a real opportunity to get out and enjoy the delights of living on the North Shore - the beaches and parks.

I have been working at Benefitz for a few years, and have moved across to work on Channel Magazine in the past year. I am loving it. I have a background that includes publishing, so get a real kick out of helping Aidan and the team put together this monthly magazine that celebrates all the good things happening on the North Shore.

In this issue we have a focus on our young folk. The Tim Bray Theatre Company has had a strong association with our magazine for a long time, so it is great that we are able to feature their latest kids show on our cover – Greedy Cat, by Joy Cowley. The show is on at The PumpHouse from early next month.

In our kids feature we highlight some of our kids that are shining on the Shore. Aidan

also talks to the 2019 Fianna Scholarship recipients, Shaquile and Nathen from Albany Senior High School and Christine catches up with the oustanding Cruz Erdmann of Westlake Boys who recently won the Junior Wildlife Photographer of the Year Award and is doing special things in marine conservation.

A particular task for me is coordinating the monthly content we receive from all the schools. I love doing this and reading about the impressive things happening in our local schools. We are fortunate to have many of the best schools in the country right here on the Shore. Our youngsters are spoilt for choice.

This issue has over 130 pages of good positive stuff - something for everyone. I trust you will enjoy your March Channel Magazine as much as we enjoyed putting it together.

Have a great March.

- Kim McIntosh Channel & Benefitz team member

Publisher/Editorial/Advertising.......Aidan Bennett, Phone 021-500-997, email: aidan@benefitz.co.nz Advertising/Content............................Kim McIntosh, Phone 021-419-468, kim@channelmag.co.nz Advertising/Content............................Nikki Davidson, Phone 021-453-534, email: nikki@channelmag.co.nz Advertising/Content............................Tanya Rotherham, Phone 0274-575-027, email: tanya@channelmag.co.nz Editorial/Advertising.............................Bruce Craig, Phone 021-631-559, bruce@channelmag.co.nz Designer......................................................Crystal Sharp - crystal@benefitz.co.nz Social Media Specialist........................Lizzie Speedy-Willis - lizzie@benefitz.co.nz

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LAKE HOUSE ARTS BUNNY SCULPTURE RETURNS Wednesday 8th February marked the unveiling of the new “Carrot and the Stick� sculpture (known to locals as the Bunny MkII). The original sculpture by Jamie Pickernell was carved from macrocarpa and completed in 2007. In 2019 it was discovered that the wood the sculpture was carved from was infected with a fungus and was badly rotted in places. Staff at Lake House Arts applied termite protector and mildly restored affected areas with a repaint but sadly the rabbit fell victim to vandals shortly afterwards. Jamie, the original artist, agreed to create a new bunny from steel strong enough to stand the test of time and now sits, as good as ever, in its original position alongside the original macrocarpa carrot.

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We are a boutique studio with all the authentic apparatus.

Foundation clients Wendy Stedman, Barb McLean and Trish Beckett all started at the studio 20 years ago. These clients recognise the benefits of Authentic Romana’s Pilates – they continue having their regular workouts every week with instructors Harriette Blackman and Ray Medemblik Senior Romana’s Pilates Instructors.

The team at Pilates Unlimited thank you for your continued loyalty.

We look forward to many more years of Pilates.

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TAKAPUNA BOATING CLUB CENTENARY DINNER The Takapuna Boating Club celebrated 100 years in early February, with a long weekend of events starting on Waitangi Day, Thursday February 6th, that included the Centenary Dinner. A capacity crowd gathered for the dinner at the wonderful boat club that overlooks the beach. The event included a lovely meal and addresses from Ray Welson (Chair of the Centennial Committee), Life Member Ralph Roberts and current Commodore Andrew Snell. Channel Mag was in the thick of the celebration. 100 years is quite an achievement!

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Jan O'Connor, Jane and Andrew Williams, Aidan Bennett.

Paul O'Dowd, Janet and Frank Warnoch, Peter and Betty Page.

EMMA OPENS AT THE VIC IN DEVONPORT Heritage cinema The Vic in Devonport was the perfect backdrop for the opening of the film 'Emma' on Thursday 13th February. This historical movie is based upon the 1815 book by Jane Austen; the screenplay was written by New Zealand writer Eleanor Catton. Many guests came dressed in period costume and included a couple from Paris who were in town and delighted to attend. A lovely photo station was set up and books were available for sale. The Vic has plans for many more theme-related film openings this year so be sure to keep an eye on their film programme in each issue of Channel.

Jenni Pallister, Bridgette Chieng-French. Roz Kayes, Su Pearson.

Shona De-Sain, Landon McNaughton, Alison McCallum.

Nathalie Blanc-Falon, Aeon Eversong, Jo Gibbs, Dorothee Basel.

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A HIGHLIGHT OF SUMMER ON THE SHORE For the third year running the Takapuna Food, Wine and Music Festival (rebranded and now called Sunsetter) drew a large crowd who clearly love to have a good time. Once again the expansive lawns at Smales Farm provided a relaxed festival vibe which this year continued until 9pm. The sun shone and the crowd sampled fare from the food trucks and beverages from craft beers breweries and boutique wineries. DJs Karn Hall, Murray Sweetpants and Tim Phinn kept up the beats all afternoon while the main stage featured an international flavour this year with Swedish DJ Stonebridge, Dutch Funk Band My Baby, and Australian electronic fusion group Bermuda Social. A glorious festival day in a unique urban setting.

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NORTH HARBOUR CLUB HAS CHRISTOPHER LUXON FOR LUNCH Former Air New Zealand CEO Christopher Luxon was the guest speaker for the North Harbour Club's first Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch for 2020, held at North Harbour Stadium on Thursday February 27th. Luxon was an entertaining speaker and talked about his family, his business career offshore with Unilever and the strategies he implemented during the seven years he ran the national airline. Since resigning from Air New Zealand he has decided to enter politics, being recently chosen as the National Party candidate in the Botany electorate for this years general election. While his address had a business focus he answered questions about the decision to move into politics and his ambitions in the years ahead. Around 350 attended the lunch that raises money for the annual North Harbour Club AIMES Awards.

Richard and Jane Martin, Pauline and Bob Jago and David McKeown.

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FOLK MUSIC'S FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT Sunday 16th February marked the thirteenth anniversary of Folk in the Park under the trees in Windsor Park Devonport. This was a relaxed, fun, family-friendly folk-fiesta for locals and visitors to enjoy free, supported by the Devonport Peninsula Trust and Devonport Takapuna Local Board Music in the Park series. Folk in the Park showcases local and out-of-town folk performers and dancers and is organised by the Devonport Folk Music Club. The lineup included Lew Black and Bob Large, Bluegrass and Beyond, Madeline Beasley and Bill Morrison, Diane Ponzio and friends, Euan Lindsay and Wires and Wood. Calliope Scout group raised funds selling food and drinks and a preschool play zone entertained the little ones.

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SUMMER EATS AT MILFORD NIGHT MARKETS On one of the hottest days of summer, Milford welcomed a fabulous collection of mobile food trucks to tempt the tastebuds of the locals. A large crowd streamed in and out of the Baptist Church carpark over the sunny evening of Thursday 20th February as they took time to catch up with friends or introduce their family to some delicious cuisines. Filipino eats, tasty bao, gourmet hotdogs, and handmade pasta were just some of the offerings along with coffee, gelato and delectable doughnuts. Milford Business Association will continue to bring this night market to town every third Thursday of the month, and judging by the happy faces in February, this will already be in many calendars.

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VIVE LA FRANCE FESTIVAL SUCCESS IN MILFORD Francophiles and local folk filled the main street of Milford on Saturday 22nd February for Vive la France 2020. Kitchener Road was closed off to traffic this year which made for a wonderful, unmistakable French festival atmosphere. Red, white and blue bunting crossed the street, cafe tables filled one end by the stage while food trucks and craft stalls ran down the rest of the street creating the best festival yet.

Milford businesses had stalls out the front of their shops with the retailers themselves dressed in theme.

There were plenty of pastries, crepes, coffee, preserves, cheeses and much more to add to the flavours of France. Other highlights were the music performances on stage, a petanque terrain, a high tea to be won, and the inaugural dog show featuring many chic four legged friends and their proud owners.

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ANDREW DORREEN

Superbly Built Low Maintenance Golden Mile Home 8 SYLVAN PARK AVENUE Located perfectly at the Milford end of the famed Golden Mile, number eight Sylvan Park Avenue is an ideal low maintenance modern home. Ideal for families or couples seeking sun, privacy, excellent modern construction and a superb central location.

Built in 2012 by renowned Synergy Build Group, the home is constructed from rendered brick and cedar with double glazed aluminium joinery. Two separate living areas on the ground floor flow seamlessly to North facing, beautifully landscaped and secure outdoor grounds. A modern kitchen provides excellent workable preparation space and flows to a combined lounge and dining area.

The circa 280sqm home has four double bedrooms, one of which is on the ground floor with a full family bathroom close by. The master is a generous space - featuring its own ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. Also upstairs is a lovely study area that is open near the master suite, providing a good work from home solution if required.

The home has excellent storage, good double garaging and is literally a few minutes' walk to the hub of vibrant Milford shops.

This must be viewed for new home buyers.

Expressions of Interest By 4PM Wednesday 18 March 2020 (unless sold prior)

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Ultimate Lock Up And Leave Lifestyle - Beach Access 9A CRAIG ROAD Located only four properties back from the best part of Milford Beach and with direct access to the water on its freehold title, this three bedroom, low maintenance home is ready for you to purchase and start living the ultimate beachside lifestyle!

bedrooms, with the master being a real owners retreat with gorgeous open ensuite, and generous walk-in wardrobe. From the lovely private deck off the master you can hear the sea and enjoy a quiet drink in the evening after a long day.

Originally constructed in 1979 of cedar weatherboards and brick, the home was fully renovated in 1994 (with code of compliance) with the plaster system placed over the original cedar. The home has ground floor living with modern kitchen with new stone benchtops, generous lounge with gas fire and dining area all flowing out to expansive decking oriented superbly for the sun. The spacious outdoor living area is ideal for entertaining on those balmy summer days. Upstairs there are three

With double internal garaging, easy access to Milford reserve and walking distance to the mall and village, this home is the ultimate Milford lock up and leave lifestyle property. Zoned for Westlake as well as Takapuna Grammar.

Expressions Of Interest By 4PM Wednesday 11 March 2020 (unless sold prior)

At the top end of the market, there are large differences in where buyers see the value of property, and often homes are unique or setting benchmarks in their respective areas. Because of this, Andrew negotiates each sale price face to face, rather than selling by Auction, and has done for almost all of his 15 years in the business.

The current climate is seeing fewer people in a cash position so the need for a specialist high end negotiator becomes paramount to your success. Andrew's personal sales last year alone totalled $106,207,000 at an average of $3,933,000 per property and has broken the $100 million for the last three consecutive calendar years. This makes him one of New Zealand's most successful residential sales people. Sign up for Property Updates at www.andrewdorreen.com. Follow his facebook page and Instagram feed.

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SHORE HOMES WITH ANDREW DORREEN, PRECISION REAL ESTATE

One of the very best spots on Lake Pupuke 3 Lake View Road – First time on the market after 60 years!

By Aidan Bennett There are some very special properties with sensational outlooks on the North Shore and we may have just found the very best. This property in Lake View Road has just come on the market – for the first time in 60 years. And it has quite a history.

The Bouzaid name is legendary in New Zealand yachting. A young Tony Bouzaid – later to become a double world yachting champion – was sailing on Lake Pupuke around 1960 when he discovered that a fellow sailor, Bill Miller, was selling a 1700 square metre north-facing section overlooking the lake. It was bordered on two sides by the Killarney Reserve. Despite being able to purchase a complete house and land package in other subdivisions that were being developed on the Shore just after the opening of the Harbour Bridge, Tony bought the section and sat on it for a decade. He was clearly forward thinking, as Lake Pupuke wasn’t desirable at the time as it was the water supply for the North Shore.

Young Tony had to borrow the money for the section from his father Leo, as he was working as an apprentice sail maker in the family business at the time.

Tony and his brother Chris went on to great heights as international sailors, Tony in small boats initially beforehe won the prestigious Half Ton (World) Cup two years in a row. He was named New Zealand Yachtsman of the Year in 1979, while brother Chris got the same accolade in 1980 after his success in Rainbow II, winner of the prestigious One Ton Cup. They both worked in the family business run by their father, initially called Sails and Covers and later to become Hood Sails.

Tony Bouzaid married his wife Marilyn – known to all as Mal – in 1963 and their first home was a little bach in Inga Road, which they renovated and sold to move to another do-up in Karaka Street.

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Mal Bouzaid (front) and daughter Tanya Parsons will miss the sensational view and the lake access from their family home in Lake View Road.

It wasn’t until a decade after Tony purchased the section that he and Mal had their home built on the section at 3 Lake View Road.

Designed by yacht designer Alan Warwick of course, and built by boat builder John Senior.

It was initially a humble '70s house with a strip of lawn down the side to allow boats to be moved up and down to access the lake.

Decks were later added (replacing planks), downstairs was filled in, and a main bedroom with an ensuite was added. Downstairs became Mal’s art studio, where she could indulge in her love of painting – with sea colours being prominent. She was an exhibiting artist and her wonderful abstract works are still prominent in the home.

In the morning it is tranquil, there’s a variety of bird life, the evening sunsets are amazing while the lake activity during the day means things are always changing.

Mal and Tony Bouzaid’s four kids – Tanya, Gina, Matt and Joel – were brought up in the home. Their 11 grandchildren have also enjoyed the special place.

The house was rented out for 20 years when, in 1992, Tony and Mal went to live on Great Barrier Island, where they created "Glenfern', a bird sanctuary, which is now part of the Auckland Regional Parks network. At age 50, Tony sold the family business and they moved to the Barrier, which they both loved. Sadly, Tony died suddenly of a heart attack in 2011, while still living at the Barrier.

“It will be sad to leave, it has taken a long time to make the decision to sell,” explained Mal Bouzaid, when I visited the home to talk with her and daughter Tanya Parsons in mid-February. “It is a very special property where you feel connected to nature at all times of the day. In the morning it is tranquil, there’s a variety of bird life, the evening sunsets are amazing, while the lake activity during the day means things are always changing.”

“We were spoilt living on the lake,” added Mal and Tony’s daughter Tanya, reflecting on living there from age eight. “It was perfectly set up for all the water activities with boats, swings, kayaks, a slippery slide down the hill and a flying fox. Our friends called it the adventure playground, and it truly was.

“It became the Wakatere Boating Club's and schools' training base in winter as it offered a good practice ground with shifty wind conditions. Many that trained here became internationally recognised professional yachties.

“Over the years Mum and Dad have had plenty of people waving cheques under their noses, but Dad never wanted to sell as he

always intended to retire here. But Mum has now made the hard decision to downsize.”

While she is sad to be selling, Mal is excited for the new owners.

“I hope that another family buys the property and has a wonderful life here as we have had. You are so connected to nature here but so close to so many other things, with Takapuna right on our doorstep and the city only a short drive away.”

The Bouzaid home at 3 Lake View Road has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and there is loads of garaging and parking on the 1695 square metre section. The potential is enormous to renovate the solid home or completely redevelop. As the advertising for the property states… you will only be limited by your imagination.

For more information contact Andrew Dorreen, Precision Real Estate, Phone 021-747-334, email: andrew@precision.net.nz or visit: www.precision.net.nz

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Fringe Festival delights, Creative Talks for 2020 and much more

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We kick off March with a thespian's favourite time of year – the Auckland Fringe Festival. Auckland Fringe is a “festival with bite, providing experiences to satisfy the most discerning of creative palates”. The PumpHouse Theatre has three exciting shows for you to enjoy during the Fringe season: Every Room Becomes a Panic Room When You Overthink Enough 3rd–4th March, 7.30pm Award-winning British comedian Simon Caine brings his 5-star show to The PumpHouse.

Open Your Mouth and I Will Poet All Over Your Face 5th–6th March, 7pm Spaghetti Bolognese on toast on pizza for the brain. A comedy poetry art show by Rose Northey.

Joke She Wrote: The Egg and Sperm Race II 5th–6th March, 8.30pm A one-woman stand-up comedy hour of the classic no-frills variety by Sacha Jones.

Introducing the Creative Talks programme for 2020!

Our first Creative Talk of the year is none other than Game of Thrones costume designer Chantelle Gerrard! Come and hear Chantelle discuss her exciting creative endeavours on 9th March at 7pm.

The PumpHouse Theatre’s free Creative Talks series in 2020 includes internationally renowned concert pianist Roman Rudnytsky, theatre stalwart Anne Rimmer, North Shore based writer Tanya M Wheeler, paranormal researcher Mark Wallbank, documentary filmmaker Alex Gilbert, musician and composer Daniel Habedank and Auckland Libraries Archivist Kirsty Webb.

Creative Talks are free, with tea and coffee provided. Booking a seat via The PumpHouse website is recommended due to the limited number of spaces available.

We are very excited to be hosting Miss Earth New Zealand 2020 at our theatre on 7th March. Come along and enjoy this iconic pageant which sees the winner become the New Zealand ambassador internationally at Miss Earth.

Altitude Pole North Shore are back to showcase their amazing student talent on 14th March, throwing it back to the '90s!

To end the month with a bang, Twice as Good Productions present Shakespeare’s Will by Vern Thiessen. Starring the remarkable Suzy Sampson, this show takes a look through the eyes and heart of Anne Hathaway – the woman Shakespeare left behind. The season runs 25th–28th March.

We look forward to seeing you at the theatre this month!

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This month at The Rose Centre with manager John Davies

Not to be missed at The Rose Centre

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“Peninsula” - a warm and nostalgic New Zealand play looking at growing up in our rural communities 50 years ago.

10-year-old Michael Hope lives on a volcano - but while geological rumblings stay deep underground, unrest in the adult world threatens to erupt into his life, changing everything.

Set on the South Island's Banks Peninsula in the 1960s, 'Peninsula' is a warmly nostalgic, bittersweet coming of age tale.

When the play premiered at the Christchurch Arts Festival in 2005, The Press reviewer Alan Scott rated it highly, as follows: "It is a play of impressive and unusual quality, a New Zealand play, set on our own doorstep, which evokes a Banks Peninsula childhood of 40 years ago. However, like all good theatre, it transcends its specific time and location to give us an insight into the universal human heart. I cannot think of a New Zealand production that drives more deeply into the memories of the audience."

It is a play of impressive and unusual quality, a New Zealand play, set on our own doorstep, which evokes a Banks Peninsula childhood of 40 years ago.

Season extends 21st March to 4th April, go to https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2020/mar/peninsula#/buy-tickets to book your tickets. Please note bookings are not available at The Rose Centre. Limited door sales available at each performance.

The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont 09 445 9900 info@rosecentre.co.nz www.rosecentre.co.nz Facebook @RoseCentre

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TAKAPUNA NORTH COMMUNITY NEWS: WITH SARAH THORNE

COMMUNITY NEWS: DE PAUL HOUSE

Community partnerships provide wrap-around support for families in need

Families enjoying Winter Fun Preschool Play at the Mary Thomas Centre.

Such a fun and busy Summer!

Last month was extremely busy (not to mention fun!) with Neighbours' Day events in Castor Bay and Sunnynook; Charlie’s Play Date; the Young Designers and Creators Market, the Primary School Beach Clean Up Day, Summer Fun preschool play, Families in Parks and Milford’s French Market.

Sarah Thorne We love being out in the community, meeting people and hearing about the things that you are interested in. There are so many wonderful community groups and activities happening and you can find out about many of them on the Takapuna North residents Facebook group. Search “Hauraki, Takapuna, Milford, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay & Sunnynook residents” on Facebook or type in www.facebook.com/groups/TakapunaNorth/ to find it.

Intergenerational Dialogue: On Thursday 4th April, around 50 local high school students and more senior members of the community will come together to discuss local issues and consider possible solutions at this annual event. If you are an older person who would like to take part in this free event; or if you are a member of the local community and have any suggestions for issues to discuss, please get in touch. Contact details are below. This year’s event will take place at Takapuna Library.

OWN Festival: Our Women’s Network invites women to their festival ‘Past, Present and Future’ on Saturday 16th May at the Positive Ageing Centre in Takapuna. Tickets are $25 and include a light lunch, entertainment and workshops. To find out more and to buy tickets, email info@own.org.nz Winter Fun Preschool Play starts on 4th May, 10am at Takapuna Community Hub, 3 Gibbons Road. To find out more about our free Winter Fun pre-school play programme, visit our website or Facebook/summerfunplay.

For more information on any of these events, phone Sarah Thorne (Takapuna North Community Coordinator) on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz Visit www.takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook.com/TakapunaNorthCommunityCoordinator/

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De Paul House has been supporting homeless and low-income families on the North Shore for 33 years. In the past two years, it has expanded its service into the local community with nine houses on the Shore and another ten in Warkworth.

According to the most recent statistics, 230,000 children are living in poverty nationwide. General Manager of De Paul House, Jan Rutledge, states: “At De Paul House we see working families unable to live on the minimum wage and burdened with high rents.

If their rental is sold, most struggle to find a new rental and a circle of transience quickly follows.” To help break the cycle of need, De Paul House supports families across various areas of their daily lives. Receiving free healthy food from food rescue charity KiwiHarvest for the families allows De Paul House to focus its resources on other services it can provide to their clients.

“Our partnership with KiwiHarvest has been a very positive initiative. Once a week, the KiwiHarvest volunteers deliver fresh, rescued food from local food businesses. For families struggling on a low income, access to fresh fruit and vegetable is a real blessing.

The van arrives laden with boxes of fresh goods which families can access to complement their own shopping.

"For our families, buying fresh fruit is a luxury and they are very appreciative of access to the weekly KiwiHarvest delivery. The donations are shared across all our families including those that are living in the community but continue to access our services such as our free early childhood centre and learning centre.”

Additionally, cooking on a budget classes utilise the vegetables provided by KiwiHarvest to teach families how to cook cheap, nutritious meals.

KiwiHarvest is a national food rescue organisation operating in five locations across the country. The charity rescues good food that cannot be sold but is fit for consumption and distributes it to social service agencies and community groups to help nourish food-insecure members of the community. KiwiHarvest delivers to many North Shore organisations, all of which share the goods with local families in need. This year, De Paul House has already received over 431 calls for help from families with a genuine housing need. They are currently housing 34 families with 88 children in total. Food poverty is a daily reality for these families, impacting on their overall health and wellbeing. The food delivery from KiwiHarvest provides tangible and valued support to help address this poverty.

De Paul House welcomes donations of food, quality bedding, household goods, and furniture to support low-income and vulnerable families.

Our thanks to our suppliers and sponsor suppliers: Pak and Save Albany, New World’s Countdown’s, Little and Friday, Pioneer Pies, Dairy Flat Bakery, My Food Bag. Sponsors: Partners Life, Benefitz, Rotary, Bayleys North Shore.

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE • Your monthly restaurant guide…

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Open Mon to Fri 8am-late, Sat & Sun 9.30am-late At Goodside, Smales Farm, Takapuna.

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Open Mon – Tue 11:30am - 9:30pm, Wed - Sun 8am - 10pm At Goodside, Smales Farm, Takapuna.

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NEW THIS MONTH: Book Online www.sakebar.co.nz for instant confirmation KARAOKE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR GROUP BOOKINGS 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz

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Open Mon-Wed 10.30am-6pm, Thurs-Sat 10am – 6pm Sun 10am-5pm, Public Holidays 10am -5pm 2a Byron Ave, Takapuna Ph 09 200 9946 bded.takapuna@gmail.com www.birthdayeverydaynz.com

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Located in the Main Beach entertainment hub on The Strand at Takapuna Beach, Tokyo Bay offers modern diverse Japanese cuisine, created by expert chef Chikara Sato of Tokyo. With options for all, the delicious fresh flavours are complemented by Japanese beers, sakes, and great international wines. Tokyo Bay is priced for the local market; you'll be happy with the value of this high quality, modern, Japanese dining experience.

Open every day for lunch and dinner, with the best dining views on the North Shore.

Open 12noon until late seven days 20 The Strand, Takapuna Beach 09 390 7188 Book on www.tokyobay.co.nz

Franc's Franc’s is just a few steps to the sand. Our beachside diner smacks of fresh fish, crisp lager, flopping jandals and easy service from sunrise to sunset. Bring yourself and your friends, and relax with the best beach views in Auckland.

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Located beneath the new Monterey Cinema. We are an authentic Japanese Izakaya restaurant. Enjoy our fun open kitchen cooking area and our fresh sashimi, tempura and teppan dishes prepared specially for you by our Japanese chefs.

NEW THIS MONTH: Get ready with our beautiful and special cakes for special occasions and your birthdays. Order online or visit us !

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Whole cakes, logs, petit gateau, slices, chocolates, macarons, croissant, pound cakes, cookies made with high quality ingredients and 55% Belgium dark chocolate collaborated by an experienced patissier and artist of 25 years.

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Soho at Goodside takes the art of traditional Thai cooking and gives it a modern twist. It is casual dining with a great vibe.

Soho’s chefs dedicate their love and experience of food to doing things differently, delivering an all-star experience for the taste buds. The menu (to share) includes ‘Small Plates’ and 'Big Plates’.

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"Calling The Grange a restaurant would be an understatement.

It’s a cultural space for the local community, striving to fulfill all of our gastronomic needs… Whether it’s a quick drop-in meal or a drawn-out, romantic dinner on the terrace at sunset, the new heart of the North Shore will always be ready to give you a superb experience" – Denizen Magazine.

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NEW THIS MONTH: Build your own Bloody Mary with a mini bar at your table $40 per person includes a brunch item and hot drink. Only 4+ groups, must pre-book and pre-order. Last seating midday Open Mon – Sun, 9am-late, Franc’s Bar + Diner, Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna 09 488 0016 Francs.co.nz

Channel Eats Out at Smokepit & Buoy • EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

Southern American flavours at SmokePit & Buoy Southern American barbecue style cooking is very on-trend right now and SmokePit & Buoy has been bringing these flavours to the North Shore since 2018. The Channel sales team decided to check out how its menu has evolved and to learn what else is happening here at The Spencer on Byron Hotel’s restaurant.

On a hot day our waiter Nabin welcomed us into the perfectly air-conditioned dining room on the second floor above the lobby. We took a table with very comfortable banquette seating along the wall at a beautifully polished table. Here was the start of an experience where some elegance and attention to detail is noticed.

Our desire was to have a delicious lunch that blended the ‘SmokePit’ and the ‘Buoy’ offerings from the menu. It wasn’t an easy choice however, as each dish sounded wonderful and intriguing.

Specialising in low and slow cookery, using two American-style offset smokers and the latest in convection ovens, the result is a refined style of pit cookery.

Think meaty St Louis style pork ribs, glazed and sticky; 48-hour slow cooked Wagyu brisket that has been spice rubbed and smoked; smokepit crispy chicken breast in a buttermilk coating then fried; pork belly burnt ends with peanut brittle coleslaw and a tamarillo barbecue sauce; sides of fries and salad or coleslaw. For those wishing to partake in lighter fare there are plenty of creative salads, pasta and seafood choices including options for vegetarians and vegans.

The beef is all Wagyu beef sourced from the Hawkes Bay and the only grass-fed, gm-free Wagyu in the world – great for those eating a paleo diet. Manager Yelena Zhukovskaya told us about the Wagyu marble grading system, and that the 7-9 mbs grade of the signature dry-aged rump cap puts it at the very top end of quality.

We had to try one of the steaks of course so chose the 180gm Wagyu eye fillet that had been aged on site for 60 days.

This eye fillet was just perfect: chargrilled to the right level of caramelisation and the meat texture almost like marshmallow. The quality serrated steak knives effortlessly slide through when cutting and the meat melts in your mouth. The crispy roast potatoes, garden salad, oven roasted tomato and bearnaise sauce compliment it classically.

Our line-caught market fish was very fresh terakihi on a herbed potato rösti with rocket and a lovely, summery feta, olive and watermelon salad. And the prawn linguine included a generous serving of tiger prawns with marinated eggplant, cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs. Needless to say, after sharing these dishes between the three of us, each plate was cleaned up.

Each meal was beautifully presented, and the linen napkins and quality cutlery and glassware were suitably appreciated. Even the wine was presented in a classic napkin collar around the bottle.

With the room temperature just right and the service attentive but not intrusive, we were most comfortable indeed. And if we were in a larger group of 10-12, the private dining room would be ideal (great for a birthday or special celebration meal).

Another feature of SmokePit & Buoy is the various sitting areas that speak of comfortable leather lounge seating like you’d find in an old American mansion or townhouse. The extensive 52 count cocktail list and bourbons, amongst other quality spirits, make this the perfect spot for pre-dinner or pre-show drinks with friends, particularly on Thursday afternoons between 4pm and 7pm when SmokePit & Buoy's mixologist prepares cocktails for just $8 each.

We three all agreed that we would be back soon to try some cocktails, plus find out what the pork belly burnt ends really did taste like. And perhaps squeeze in their popular crème brulee or winter’s molten chocolate fondant for dessert.

SmokePit & Buoy, 09 916 4982 The Spencer on Bryron Hotel, Byron Avenue, Takapuna Open for breakfast 6.30-10am; lunch 12-2pm; dinner 5.30-10pm. www.smokepit.co.nz

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NEW THIS MONTH: Try our popular, award-winning crispy roast duck salad, a fresh and lightly spiced flavour infusion.

High quality, honest, wholesome lunch and dinners.

International cuisine with a gourmet Asian twist such as sashimi, sweet and sour snapper, Zhenjiang spareribs and crispy pork or dumplings made with top quality seafood and meats. Familiar Kiwi choices too like fish and chips, lamb rack and burgers and a kids menu too.

Open Mon 5pm till late. Tues-Sun 12pm till late!

129 Hurstmere Road Takapuna. 09 489 3988.

Email: toktokkitchen@gmail.com Visit: www.facebook.com/Toktakapuna/ or www.toktok.co.nz

152 Hurstmere Rd. Takapuna Lunch 1130-3pm Dinner 5pm-late 6 days a week Closed Mondays and public holidays www.epicureanml.co.nz https://www.facebook.com/nztang.

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NEW THIS MONTH: 11th March Comedy Night 30th March BBQ Quiz Please email to book, tickets sell out fast Veuve $65 between 5-7pm and happy hours 3-5pm - EVERYDAY! Happy 2020 and Cheers!

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An all-day social hub and eatery, perfect for after work drinks, week-night dinners, all-day lunches, elegant indoor dining, or one-off events. Enjoy live entertainment in The Gardens, Two menus: all-day à la carte, with sharing plates and express lunch; or our dining menu, a modern twist on classical themes. Our outstanding customer service matches the relaxed, yet classy environment.

21 Hurstmere Road 09 3904512 Book at www.thecommons.co.nz Functions: functions@thecommons.co.nz The Gardens open 7 days The Commons Mon-Thurs from 4pm The Commons Fri-Sun from 12pm

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Inspired by Asian street food, the crispy pork belly steamed bun with peanuts and hoisin sauce is perfectly paired with NZ wines, craft beers on tap, & cocktails.

NEW THIS MONTH: Dine in/takeout delivery

NEW THIS MONTH: Drop in for a $14 express lunch, or an after-work drink at the daily $8 happy hour from 3 to 6pm. We also offer deliver takeaways for home and catering platters for work.

(10% discount online ordering use code 10-OFF’ )

Open 7 days 1130 am – 9pm 09 488 0388 484 Lake Rd Takapuna ottowoo.co.nz

Open 7 days, 11.30am to late 70 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 1615 hello@tucksandbao.co.nz www.tucksandbao.co.nz

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Otto Woo is an award winning noodle bar, with healthy meals that are not boring. Gourmet westernised Asian fusion food with strong Japanese and Thai – Malaysian influence that’s fresh and funky and served in iconic paper noodle boxes just like a New York style noodle bar. Perfect for a quick dine-in meal or healthy nutritional takeout it's tasty as well as healthy, with lots of fresh herbs and vegetables. Otto Woo is healthy, nutritious and delicious. We’ll see you there.

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Eat • Drink • Visit 150 seat restaurant superior seafood • Fully Licensed outdoor seating • TAKEAWAYS Now open for Breakfast Saturday and Sunday from 9am

1/1 Queens Parade — Devonport Wharf, Devonport, Auckland Phone 09-445-1777 www.fishkitchen.co.nz www.channelmag.co.nz Issue 107 - March 2020

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Fish Kitchen is located on Devonport Wharf and has a commitment to showcasing fresh ingredients from artisan suppliers, sustainability and zero waste policies. They may also have the best views of the Waitemata Harbour. Capacity for 150 people, including outdoor and indoor dining on the wharf. An extensive seafood offering including mussels, clams, squid and octopus – all as available. These support their signature ‘fish ‘n’ chips’ dishes.

NEW THIS MONTH: Open for breakfast Saturday and Sunday from 9am.

Fish Kitchen, Devonport Wharf Mon to Fri 11.30am til late; Sat&Sun 9.30am til late Phone (09) 445 1777, Email: reservations@fishkitchen.co.nz www.fishkitchen.co.nz

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NEW THIS MONTH: Come down and say hi to the best local cafe in Takapuna. You might even catch us in Takapuna with our food truck, La Rotisserie!

Vic Road Kitchen's food is created from a focus on using fresh, seasonal New Zealand produce with the menu changing daily. All set in a beautiful old building in Devonport. Executive Chef Ian Shields and ‘partner in wine’ Harriet Byrnes have combined their extensive knowledge and experience, delivering delicious rustic Mediterranean fare and a curated wine offering that both locals and visitors love.

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Located in the heart of Takapuna, (formally Bolliwood) Clove restaurant is under new management offering delightful fine Indian cuisine.

The daily lunch special at $11.99 and includes curry, rice, Naan, and Poppadom.

At Zomer we are using only the best seasonal, local produce to create dishes which celebrate our local environment and culture.

Come and sample our fantastic new NZ king salmon ceviche, vegan poke bowl, free range marinated chicken and mango salad plus all your old favourites!

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2a Manurere Avenue – Right next to The PumpHouse Takapuna 09 487 0009

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Book your table online via website below To book a table https://french-rendez-vous-caferestaurant.business.site/ Follow our events and specials on social media links below https://www.facebook.com/FrenchRendezvousTakapuna/ https://www.instagram.com/frenchrendezvoustakapuna/

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The wood fired pizzas are well known around the Bays - the oven’s aromas fill the restaurant as you walk in. Make the most of the view as you sit across from the beach.

NEW THIS MONTH: Try our autumn dish: Wild Mushroom and Truffle risotto.

Open Wed – Sun 11.30am – 2pm, Mon – Sun 5 - 10pm.

470 Beach Road, Murrays Bay 09 281 0146 thecinnamonclub@outlook.com www.thecinnamonclub.co.nz www.facebook.com/thecinnamon/

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Ali and Helen welcome you to their modern, airy eatery featuring fresh, contemporary European cuisine.

Open six days for breakfast, lunch and dinner, great Underground coffee and Peroni beer on tap.

Enjoy sunny alfresco drinks or dining in the heart of Milford Village. Bookings recommended.

Located in the heart of Milford, opposite New World, George brings us the good old favourite roast meals we love and sometimes have a craving for no need to cook or go to Mum’s!

Choose from succulent beef, pork (with crispy pork crackling), lamb, pork belly, lamb shank, chicken or vegetarian. Eat in or take-out.

NEW THIS MONTH: Express Lunch Special – Choice of lunch main dish and a glass of wine or beer for just $23.

NEW THIS MONTH: *** Lunch Special *** Only $9.90 for a small roast meal of pork, beef or chicken. Available 11.30am – 2pm.

Open Tues – Fri 10am – 10pm, Sat/Sun 8am – 10pm 7 Milford Road, Milford 09 488 9388 www.themilford.co.nz facebook instagram

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Catering is also available. Let Blake do the cooking for you and enjoy convenience without compromise!

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Described by Concrete Playground as a gem on the North Shore, we are one of the oldest Chinese restaurants in town and have an extensive menu. Groups are welcome and can utilize our private dining area. Known for our traditional Cantonese food, great seafood and Yum Cha we have over 101 menu choices including our popular dim sum, the much-loved sticky rice parcels wrapped in bamboo leaf, and golden yolk custard buns. If you are a big fan of Yum Cha, pop in to try us - you won’t regret it!

Open everyday 10am – 10pm 13A Link Drive, Wairau Park, Glenfield 09 443 6898

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PACK & SEND: TAKAPUNA

Book your

function today

at the Takapuna Boating Club!

Stunning sea views of Takapuna Beach, Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf

Great facilities and top class catering.

Function rooms to hire Full bar available.

Weddings • Corporate Meetings Private Functions • Seminars Team Building • Sporting Events

Wish international imports were easier?

PACK & SEND Takapuna is your "one stop shop" for all your international freight needs.

Have you purchased something online from abroad and need to arrange a courier delivery to New Zealand yourself? Finding eBay shipping too slow? Our import services include collection from almost any part of the globe Jane and Jeremy Bain. and delivery to your door here in New Zealand for a competitive price.

Some of you may experience difficulty getting a seller or sender to arrange shipments from overseas because they’re concerned about duties and taxes. PACK & SEND can assist with any potential hassles.

PACK & SEND knows how to navigate this often challenging process.

Onerous regulations and paperwork can make importing goods from overseas a difficult task. Our Import Courier Service will make these logistics smoother sailing for you or your business. We streamline the customs clearance and other associated details and keep you up to date on your package’s whereabouts every step of the way.

We import documents, 'Send & Return' passports Yes, we can assist with visa and immigration documents pick up and return from overseas embassies. We have a dedicated and pretty unique service called ‘Send & Return’ just for passports and important documents.

Need an import freight forwarder?

Importing goods to New Zealand with us can save you time and money compared to doing this yourself and arranging for a seller to export a product from the country of origin.

PACK & SEND provides logistics solutions for large businesses as well as small volume shipments. We ensure a safe and timely delivery of your freight at an even more competitive price than ever before.

When you need to import/export overseas to any country you can rely on Pack & Send's experience to package it and get it delivered, safely. 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.

PACK & SEND Takapuna open Mon – Sat, located at 77 Barrys Point Rd, Takapuna with exclusive and convenient parking outside. Ph 486-3355 or email takapuna@packsend.co.nz and let them make sending easy.

Pack & Send Takapuna 77 Barry’s Point Rd, Takapuna Phone: 09 486 3355 Email: takapuna@packsend.co.nz www.packsend.co.nz

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(09) 486 3355

The Grange The North Shore’s Hottest New Bar & Bistro.

Find us at the Goodside, Smales Farm, Takapuna.

The Goodside, Smales Farm Cnr The Boulevard and Smales Farm Ave

Opening Hours :

Takapuna 0622 P 09 972 9060

Mon : 8.00am - 4.30pm

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BUSINESS INVESTMENTS AND ADVICE: JMI WEALTH

How healthy is your investment portfolio?

Jonathan Westoby.

It has been a rocky start to 2020 as news of US–Iran tensions, bush fires in Australia and the emergence of the coronavirus CoVid19 has given us all cause for concern. As we reflect on the human, animal and environmental impacts of these events, we also thought it is an appropriate time to talk to investment experts JMI Wealth to consider how markets have reacted over these periods and discuss some of the strategies investors can implement to mitigate against any associated investment risks.

Speaking in general terms in relation to the recent coronavirus scare, Jonathan Westoby, JMI Wealth Investment Executive, speaks of the function the markets play and why it is not necessarily sensible to sell in response to bad news. “Markets are fairly efficient and quick to price emerging risks associated with a widespread risk event. One should be sceptical of theories which suggests markets are substantially mispriced.” Jonathan adds that “it is more important to focus your decisions on things which affect your portfolio in the long term as opposed to giving in to any knee-jerk responses”.

More specifically, how did the coronavirus affect investors' portfolios? Jonathan explains that “the coronavirus clearly impacted investor sentiment and investors are sensitive to any evidence of a more dramatic contagion situation. This creates a lot of volatility as investors attempt to understand how severe the situation is. Historical comparisons to similar health panics such as SARS and Zika, however, helped to stop sentiment turning too negative, as those events turned out to have limited lasting economic impacts."

Jonathan spoke further about how the current coronavirus epidemic affects the share price of companies and gave a few New Zealand examples. “It is very difficult to forecast the ultimate financial impact on companies with direct or secondary exposure to the coronavirus. Near-term earnings risk exist for a wide variety of companies across the travel, tourism, freight, export and manufacturing industries. Tourism Holdings, for example,

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downgraded near-term earnings as a result of the virus. Other companies are also exposed and may see some impact on their nearterm outlooks. Obvious examples include Auckland Airport and Air New Zealand (companies exposed to travel and Chinese tourism).”

On the other hand, some New Zealand companies have advanced off the back of the negative news. The virus causes pneumonia, a respiratory illness that Fisher and Paykel Healthcare products treat. Jonathan explains, “Any lift in respiratory illness is likely to help Fisher and Paykel Healthcare’s hospital product sales (both consumables and hardware). This was evident back in 2003/2004 with the SARS virus. However, the company has grown substantially since then and the number of reported cases of this coronavirus is unlikely to cause a substantial increase in demand for company’s products, relatively speaking.”

So how does an investor protect their investment portfolio against the impacts of a world wide risk event? Jonathan discusses geographical and sector diversification. “In the case of coronavirus, investment portfolios significantly concentrated to the Chinese consumer economy, travel, tourism and freight industries, will have likely substantially underperformed as a result of the virus. On the other hand, investors will have benefited from geographical diversification and exposure to sectors such as healthcare and technology.”

To summarise, with the recent widespread risk events creating a bit of a stir in markets, it is important not to get caught up in the hype, and to remember your long term strategic asset allocation. Investment strategies including sector and geographic diversification can also mitigate against some investment risk.

Unrelated to markets and economies, our thoughts are with the people affected by the virus.

If you have any questions about your investment portfolio please feel free to contact the team at JMI Wealth. www.jmiwealth.co.nz

TavTalk

NORTHCOTE TAVERN

People who love the Northcote Tavern

TavTalk with Evan Marshall

Quizmaster – Northcote Tavern Wednesday ‘Believe it or Not?’ Quiz Night, from 7.30pm Evan Marshall is the dynamo behind the weekly Wednesday quiz nights that are growing in popularity at Northcote Tavern. During February, Aidan Bennett caught up for a chat with Evan about the quiz nights and why he enjoys the tavern.

AIDAN BENNETT: Tell us about the quiz nights. Every Wednesday I understand?

EVAN MARSHALL: Yep that's right, every Wednesday at 7.30pm. We cover a pretty broad range of topics, ranging through music, geography, TV and cinema, animal knowledge, food, art and literature; Evan Marshall. pretty much anything and everything! It's got a multimedia component so lots of music and videos to keep things entertaining and questions for young and old alike.

AB: You’ve built up quite a dedicated group of participants since these started in mid2019?

EM: We've got about five teams of dedicated regulars who show up every week and on a busy night we'll have up to 12 teams competing. Makes for a great atmosphere! People can get pretty animated when they think they know an answer, haha. We always welcome more teams though, so come along.

AB: While you live at Hobsonville Point, I understand this area of the Shore is a favourite?

EM: Yeah I had a flat in the Point in my mid-twenties and spent many a Friday night down at the Tavern so I know the area well. There's a nice little community round here and lots of our regulars are from the area, although we do get people coming from all over Northcote, Birkenhead, and the surrounding area to try and test their knowledge.

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AB: What is your day job?

EM: I'm a Sales Manager for a signwriting supply company – dealing with clients in the signage industry.

AB: What is your favourite tipple (drink) when you visit the Tavern?

EM: They've got Little Creatures on tap there which is a great choice or if I'm feeling oldfashioned I'll take an ice cold Guinness.

AB: The Tavern has a reputation for great pub food as well. Do you have something on the menu that’s a favourite?

EM: They do a fantastic burger! I've had my eye on the Steak and Guinness Pie for a while though and haven't tried it so that might be next.

AB: What is it that you enjoy about the Northcote Tavern?

EM: It's really one of the last great Kiwi pubs. Ange and Sara who run it are potentially the nicest people in the world and because the regulars are so loyal it's just so homely. Like walking into Cheers!

AB: Why should people come along and join in the Wednesday night quiz at the Tavern?

EM: It's a great way to break up the work week that's social and fun but also interesting and entertaining. It's competitive, you can have a couple of jars, a good laugh and let everyone know how clever you are!

AB: What is your favourite quiz question that usually stumps the audience…?

EM: Everyone thinks they're a movie/TV buff until they hear a theme song they've heard a million times but they can't name the show it's from. That's a particularly fun form of torture, haha.

Come and see why we often come up in these online searches – Auckland’s best sunday roasts; The best beer gardens in Auckland; Auckland’s best classic pubs; Where to get the best pub pies in Auckland.

Northcote Tavern 37 Queen Street, Northcote Point 09 480 7707 www.northcotetavern.co.nz

Northcote Tavern: 37 Queen Street, Northcote Point, Auckland. Phone 480 7707 email: hello@northcotetavern.co.nz www.northcotetavern.co.nz

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Shop the Shore

POSH LABELS LTD Coop yellow gingham dress

by Trelise Cooper Turn your closet into cash Exciting top quality labels.

160 Kitchener Rd (down arcade) Milford, 09 489 9422

JARDIN - FERMOB PARTNER NZ Discover Fermob - the French outdoor brand that brings colour, design and 'joie de vivre' to your garden. The iconic Luxembourg outdoor dining collection is available in 24 stunning colours including fresh, vibrant Honey.

3 Vega Place, Rosedale 09 889 1200 www.jardin.co.nz

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#Citrus Hues #supportlocal

CITTÀ TAKAPUNA Kind to your skin and cruelty-free, the Compagnie de Provence range is enriched with vegetable oils from Provence, which hydrate and soothe, leaving your skin wrapped in softness and comfort.

Available from Città Takapuna 6-8 Como Street, Takapuna 09 972 9147 www.cittadesign.com takapuna@cittadesign.com

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WALLACE COTTON Help support Starship with Wallace Cotton’s delicious Pineapple Paradise tea towel designed by Ruby Seeto.

34 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 551 7767 www.wallacecotton.com

ONEWORLD COLLECTION ALBANY Pop in and let us help you with a fresh new look for your home – we are loving this fabulous rope lamp!

35B Constellation Drive, Rosedale 09 4787839 www.oneworldcollection.co.nz

CAPTIVATE INTERIORS Beautiful tropical and citrus hues wallpaper by Casadeco.

Green Gables Mall 376 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay P: 478 9997 www.captivateinteriors.co.nz facebook instagram

TANGO'S SHOES New collections arriving daily.

164 Kitchener Rd, Milford 09 488 0495 www.tangosshoes.co.nz

THE SHEEPSKIN FACTORY Get ready for the cooler season ahead. Show us a photo or copy of this AD and receive 10% discount upon purchase (not in conjunction with other shop promos).

9-5pm Mon-Sat and 10-4pm Sunday 34 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna Ph 09 486 2679 www.thesheepskinfactory.co.nz

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Shop the Shore NEXT DOOR GALLERY “Gold wings 3” is part of a fresh series just in from artist Annie Smits Sandano. The stylised bird feels uplifting as it shimmers in the light.

132 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead Point 09 480 9289 www.nextdoorgallery.co.nz

BEAR BROTHERS As part of their Premium Collection, this beautiful tote is handmade in Auckland by Bear Brothers from Italian selvedge denim, and raw tan leather for the base and straps. As with all good denim it looks better the older it gets.

Available in store and online.

61 Victoria Road, Devonport 022 541 3554 www.bearbrothersdenim.com

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LA MADU La Madu has a range of fabulous resort wear year round, and a range of homeware and paintings to add personality to your home.

17 Hurstmere Road Takapuna 196 Great North Road Grey Lynn 09 3604101 www.lamadu.co.nz

FLORIENNE Brighten someone’s day.

60A Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6438 www.florienne.co.nz

RESENE COLORSHOP Dress up your walls with the Resene Scandinavian style Wallpaper Collection 327593 View our extensive wallpaper library in store.

1 Auburn St, Takapuna, 09 489 1540 2 Tawa Drive, Albany, 09 414 6500 8 Croftfield Lane, Wairau Park, 09 444 4387

THE FAIRY LIGHT SHOP These Scandinavian inspired design lanterns are re-chargable and a perfect addition to evening picnics and the bach or boat.

32D Barrys Point Road, Takapuna 09 486 1586 www.thefairylightshop.com

CRAVEHOME Life’s better with a Blunt – the kiwi-designed, widely acknowledged, best umbrella in the world. Built to last, and armed with a two year warranty, this is the only brolly you’ll ever need.

See our full collection in-store and on-line at: 30 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead 09 419 9535 www.cravehome.co.nz SPERO SHOES & CLOTHES Minx Vidi - Natural Anaconda 13a Mokoia Rd, Birkenhead speroshoes@gmail.com

PAINTED BIRD Bring the sunshine to your wardrobe wearing Vintage in citrus! Spend time delighting in the beautiful clothing and accessories and let our in-house stylist help you bring truly sustainable fashion in to your look.

Follow us on Social Media @paintedbirdnz or visit: 164 Kitchener Rd, Milford www.paintedbird.nz

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Talking Takapuna As the warm weather continues, so do the opportunities to get out and about and soak up some of late summer sun.

There are so many shows, events and activities happening around Takapuna, they provide the perfect chance to gather your friends or family, have some fun and then refresh yourself at one of Takapuna’s great local eateries.

38 Hurstmere is the place to be for kids of all ages, with a youth arts exhibition, live art sessions, open mic events and a youth film showcase, as well other games like giant Connect Four, noughts and crosses and a free community piano to showcase your talents.

For slightly older 'kids', embrace the Irish in all of us, with St Patrick's Day celebrations. Shamrocks, shillelaghs and shenanigans – the St Patrick's Day Hurstmere Hooley is happening again! On Tuesday 17th March join the celebrations and craic at Takapuna’s emerald gem, Florrie McGreal’s Irish pub and her neighbours The Elephant Wrestler and The Master and Apprentice as they host their eleventh annual street party. Kick off with an Irish breakfast from 8am, then live music, traditional Irish dancers (there’s even a pipe band) start at midday and perform throughout the day. It’s set to be “the grandest St Patrick’s day party on the Shore, to be shore – ever!”

As supermarkets fill with hot cross buns and their range of chocolate treats, it's obvious we’re getting close to Easter, which means only one thing in Takapuna – the I Love Takapuna Easter Egg Hunt! Great fun for kids of all ages, head in to Takapuna on Saturday 4th of April for another great Easter Egg Hunt, entertainment and activities – and, of course, some sweet treats.

Keep an eye out on social media and around town for more information.

March – April Events in Takapuna

6-8 Mar - 38 Hurstmere: Bringing some swing to Takapuna 9 Mar – The Pumphouse: Creative Talks – Chantelle Gerrard 7-13 Mar - 38 Hurstmere: Youth Arts Exhibition 14 Mar - Charlie's Playdate 14 Mar - 38 Hurstmere: Live Art 14-15 Mar – Bruce Mason Centre: Russell Brand 17 March – St. Patricks Day 20 Mar - Primary School Beach Clean Up Day 21-23 Mar - Bruce Mason Centre: Auckland Arts Festival: Wolfgang's Magical Musical Circus 21 Mar - Lake House Arts Centre: This is us 2020: Community Day 22 Mar – 38 Hurstmere: Community Open Mic 25-28 Mar – The Pumphouse: Shakespeare’s Will 28 Mar - 38 Hurstmere: Youth Film Showcase 29 Mar - Young Designer's and Creator's Market 2020 1-18 Apr - Bruce Mason Centre- Mary Poppins: The Musical 4-26 Apr – The Pumphouse: Greedy Cat by Joy Cowley 4 April – I Love Takapuna Easter Egg Hunt 5 Apr – Harcourts Cooper and Co Shore to Shore 6 Apr – Bruce Mason Centre: Morning Melodies 10 Apr – The Pumphouse: Creative Talks – Tanya M Wheeler 27 Apr – The Pumphouse: Creative Talks - Roman Rudnytsky Classical Pianist 29-30 Apr - Bruce Mason Centre: The Ten Tenors

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CHANTAL’S TAKAPUNA

Takapuna’s biggest ever fashion event is coming Chantal’s Charity Fundraiser Fashion Parade, Friday 1st May, The Promenade, Takapuna At Channel Mag we love embracing new business in the community. One such business is Chantal's Clothing and Furniture Boutique that opened during 2019 on The Promenade, opposite the entry to the Bruce Mason Centre. We like these businesses even more when they give back to the community, and that’s what owner Chantal Chilcott is doing with a special event she is hosting on Friday 1st May. Chantal’s Charity Fundraiser Fashion Parade is shaping up as one of Takapuna’s biggest ever fashion events, with proceeds going towards Mental Health, specifically Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

“Our aim is to make this a huge event with over 150 people expected for the ticket only event,” explained Chantal in late February. “Tickets are priced at $80 per person – or $150 for a couple – and we are going to provide great value with a great show, canapes, bubbles/champagne, giveaways, spot prizes, auctions and more.”

“The actual parade will feature virtually all of our quality labels with guest appearances by most of our well known local designers. Many are legends in the New Zealand Fashion Scene. Our labels include Joseph Ribkoff, Anne Mardell, Frank Lyman, Paula Ryan, Curate Trelise Cooper, Mardee, Pom, Mosh Mosh, Italian Closet, Classified, Macjays, Vassalli, Stella & Gemma, Democracy, So-me.”

“Our aim is to make this an annual event on the Takapuna and North Shore social calendar. To do that we are going to ensure it is a very special evening with sale pricing on all our stock to match.”

Chantal says the key goal is to raise funds to support families with loved ones suffering from mental illness.

“This is not just a ladies only night either. We want everyone to dress to impress and to bring their partner. We are catering for both men and women and there will be glitz and glamour, elegance and eye-catching fashion, fabulous food and loads of fun!”

…we are going to provide great value with a great show, canapes, bubbles/champagne, giveaways, spot prizes, auctions and more.

Chantal is holding the event in the lovely space being renovated next door to her boutique that was once Aroy Dee Thai Restaurant.

It is being completely renovated for a new tenant, but will be a large open space in early May. Perfect for a runway and large crowd and for Takapuna’s biggest ever fashion event. Attendees can also spend time in the Chantal boutique during the evening.

To reserve your tickets for this wonderful evening email or phone Chantal today. Email: chantalschilcott0@gmail.com or phone 021 652 603.

2020 Fashion Show Fundraising for Mental Health Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Friday May 1st

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Smales Farm Market proves a big hit

Now set to become a permanent fixture on the second Sunday of every month

By Aidan Bennett

Often new ventures take a while to take off, but that certainly wasn’t the case with the new Smales Farm Market that made its debut on Sunday 9th February. My wife and I – and our two pooches – were part of a huge crowd of close to 8,000 people who enjoyed the February market.

The market delivers fresh, organic and sustainable goods and produce from Auckland’s leading artisans. It is delivered by the expert team at Market Collaborative, creators of the Coatesville Market and Auckland Plant Market.

As we have covered in Channel Magazine over the past 15 months, Smales Farm has evolved to become a hive of activity with the introduction of its leafy and relaxed dining hub, Goodside, alongside the variety of commerce and activity on the site,

including the innovative and award-winning B:HIVE co-working space building. It's Goodside that has become the venue for this Sunday market.

“Obviously our residents are a massive focus for us, but so is the wider Auckland community,” explained Smales Farm Marketing Manager Mark Kelly when announcing that the market would become a permanent fixture on the second Sunday of every month. “This is why we’re really excited to add a market to the Smales Farm experience alongside our outdoor movies, STELLAR our interactive light festival, the Sunsetter Food and Wine Festival and Goodside, Auckland’s most exciting dining destination.”

The next Smales Farm Market is locked in for Sunday 8th March. With plenty of onsite parking and easy access to public transport, the Smales Farm Market is the perfect way to spend a Sunday.

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Orange wine – far from being a new fad Walk into any natural wine bar in New Zealand (yes, there are now more than a few to choose from) and you would not be mistaken for thinking that orange wine was new. The extent of orange wines made in New Zealand is far wider than before, in quality and quantity, but as for orange wine Liz Wheadon itself it is far from being a new fad.

Skin-contact wine is the oldest recorded winemaking process in the world, dating back some 8,000 years. But then again, old is new right? Orange wine’s origins sit in Georgia where fragments decorated with grape patterns and containing chemical traces of wine, that were found near Tbilisi, date back 8,000 years. It’s here that wine is made by skin-contact in large, egg-shaped terracotta pots called qvevri (enter the use of eggs in winemaking – we’ll cover that later in the year). The qvevri are buried and left for many days to six months to ferment, this process referred to by the Georgians as amber wine. We can thank the English for the change from amber to orange - this occurred around the early 2000s.

Not all the orange wines featured here are buried in the ground and made as above, though two are. The majority of these are white wines made as you would red wine. Normally with white wine, the juice is immediately pressed from the grapes and the skins discarded.

They can, though, be made in exactly the same way as red wines, keeping the juice in contact with the skins. This is how orange wines are made. The fermentation and extended maceration on the skins creates a unique character.

Orange wines acquire a deep hue and have a phenolic grip to them, with additional tannins derived from the skin contact. They often exhibit a dry, austere nature, and tend to partner very well with food.

As for why the recent surge in interest in these wines, they are very naturally made and as we consider what we eat, where it comes from and how good it is for us, there’s a growing place for these wines.

Furthermore, there’s an umami nature to these wines, something that we find pleasing and matches well with current trends in food.

If all this leaves you wondering what is orange, what is natural and where does organic fit in – here’s some definitions of sorts:

SMITH & SHETH WITH STEVE SMITH MW When Master of Wine Steve Smith and Texan investor Brian Sheth met in 2014, it was more than a bottle of Chardonnay that they shared, but also a dream. A dream of wines made from the best sites possible, pairing location with the varieties and styles which best suited them. To take us through the range of Smith + Sheth’s new release wines we are proud to host none other than Steve Smith MW himself.

This tasting is sure to be very informative as well as taking a delicious first look at a range of superb wines.

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Organic – Organic grape cultivation eschews the use of synthetic fungicides, herbicides, fertilizers and other artificial processes. The wines themselves are regulated through legislation that can vary from country to country. One of these certification challenges is derived from the USA, where wine and food are conflated under organic regulations. There, in order to protect various food products, the term 'organic wine' can't be applied because of the sulphur present, resulting in the designation 'made from organic grapes'. We encounter that in New Zealand when the producer labels both their domestic and exported product with the one label.

Biodynamic – Biodynamic winemaking and viticulture draws its philosophy from the premise of Austrian philosopher, Rudolph Steiner, that the earth (and thus the vineyard itself) is a living organism. In order to keep everything in Biodynamic Millton, compost at dusk. balance, the rationale is that vinicultural practices need to be timed to coincide with the rhythms of the earth, a philosophy embracing the whole ecosystem, that requires environment, plants, animals and people to be in complete harmony.

As with organics, there is a certification system, but it's a global standard, known as Demeter and named for the Greek goddess of grain and fertility.

Natural – Natural wines are more difficult to define, and are not certificated in the way biodynamic wines, for example, are. They are farmed organically or biodynamically, hand-harvested and 'transformed' without the addition or removal of anything in the cellar. No additives or processing aids are used, and intervention in the naturally occurring fermentation process is kept to a minimum.

Neither fining nor filtration are employed. The result is a wine full of naturally occurring microbiology. Essentially, it's about using what one was given, with the wine evolving naturally to be whatever it will be.

Orange – Normally with white wine, the juice is immediately pressed from the grapes and the skins discarded. They can, though, be made in exactly the same way as red wines, keeping the juice in contact with the skins. This is how orange wines are made. Their origin lies in the classic wines of Georgia, and in Italy's Friuli region, where fermentation and extended maceration on the skins creates a unique character.

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New faces at The Face Place Takapuna Dr Catherine Stone is excited about a brand new year with fresh faces and the latest cosmedicine treatments

Medical skin therapist Raechel As a renowned leader in the has been with The Face Place for a field of cosmetic medicine, Dr few months now. She has a wealth Catherine Stone (Dr Cat) has the of experience and is following her utmost high standards when it lifelong passion for helping people comes to professional service, achieve skin health. Raechel has client satisfaction and proven, already garnered a strong client safe and effective treatments. It’s base thanks to her gentle manner, no different when it comes to her thorough skin knowledge and staff – The Face Place recruits ‘magic hands’. outstanding individuals to become Raechel, Dr Cat, Lauren (skin team leader) and Michelle.

As medical skin therapists, part of its close-knit team, whether it’s doctors, registered nurses, medical skin therapists Michelle, Raechel and the team work with clients to create a customised skincare plan with medical grade skincare to be used or support staff. It’s not just about technical proficiency – The at home, alongside in-clinic treatments. They specialise in nonFace Place aims for the top candidates in their field – but it’s injectable treatments (think everything but Botox, filler and PRP). also about attitude. The Takapuna clinic is an oasis of privacy They offer options such as peels, Omnilux light therapy, dermal and calm, but there’s always an inspiring, positive and friendly needling, IPL, DermaFrac, microdermaplaning and more. vibe (they treat patients like family and love to see both new Dr Cat points out that this role is significantly different from and regular faces in the clinic!) a beauty therapist, who may offer some of these high-tech For Dr Cat, judicious recruitment is one of the cornerstones of treatments alongside standard beauty salon facials. “Our medical her highly regarded business. “Our team dynamic is a huge priority skin therapists are highly trained to a rigorous level in all of these for me, as my staff are the ones making all our clients feel fulfilled. treatments. This is different from a facialist who may decide to You can’t have a successful business without a happy team.” buy a laser machine or dabble in a new treatment. When it comes This month Dr Cat is excited to welcome several new members to her busy Takapuna team. “We’ve now been open just over a year to your skin safety, at The Face Place we are a best-practice clinic.” and the response from the community has been amazing,” she Coming soon to The Face Place: Dr Cat will be involved in says. “To keep up with demand, I’m thrilled to welcome on board the launch of two exciting new injectable products over the next two new medical skin therapists, Michelle and Raechel, as well as six months, both of which are already highly popular in the UK. three more cosmedicine nurses, Eve, Nicole and Camille."

The first is a new hyaluronic acid filler that takes facial contouring Medical skin therapist Michelle joins The Face Place after six to the next level. The second innovation is a skin-conditioning years in the UK, where she worked at one of the most prestigious treatment using a unique injectable hyaluronic acid, which skin specialists in the industry. “Michelle is a real star and it’s revitalises skin from within and uses fewer injections than previous fantastic that our clients get to take advantage of her wealth of treatments (who doesn’t love that?). knowledge and skin expertise,” says Dr Cat.

Dr Cat’s Top Tip - Don’t Be Fooled By Seemingly Good Deals The Face Place is a premium, best-practice clinic, and we have pricing to suit you. If you prefer the expertise and experience of a doctor, you have the choice to pay more for your appointments. You also have the option of choosing one of our highly trained cosmedicine nurses, who charge lower rates. These prices (charged per vial of filler or unit of Botox) are comparable with many of the mall or franchise clinics who tout so-called lower prices – but you are getting much more value for money by accessing a premium service.

At The Face Place, your investment in yourself gives you the benefit of longer appointment times where we listen to and understand your concerns. We also offer our team excellent education, with constant training and upskilling – each clinician meets weekly with a senior team member to review cases and we always have an experienced doctor available. And we use high quality pharmaceutical-grade products to ensure safer, more natural results. What’s more, our team really cares about our patients and wants to nurture a long-term relationship, not a quick sale.

A few other pricing pitfalls to keep in mind: 1. Some of the low-cost ‘mall’ clinics are competing with each other on price, so are driven by KPIs and profitability. This means they may try to upsell you more than you need – resulting in frozen or

puffy faces from nurses who are often new to the industry.

2. If you are unhappy after going to a clinic that didn’t provide a great service, there’s not only the financial cost but also the emotional cost to consider. We’re happy to help you after the fact, but the best case scenario is that you come to see an experienced clinic like us first.

3. At The Face Place, we don’t have sales targets or commissions.

We’re focused on solely providing excellent education and advice, as well as beautiful, natural-looking results – often achieved with lower doses, and we charge for what we use, which means your treatments may actually be more cost effective. If you don’t need a treatment, or it might make you look weird, we are happy to be honest and either say ‘no’ or offer a better alternative.

The first step at The Face Place is to come and see us for a skin consultation (where we assess your skin and advise on medicalgrade skincare and other treatments) or a cosmetic injectable consultation (if you are interested in Botox, fillers or PRP).

It’s super-easy to book your consultation online now at www. thefaceplace.co.nz. Or you can call us on 0800 267 633 or pop in to our Takapuna clinic at Level One, 10 Northcroft Street.

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NORTH SHORE MP MAGGIE BARRY

HEALTH AND FITNESS WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

Land of lost opportunities In just two years, New Zealand has become a Maggie Barry. land of lost opportunities as Jacinda Ardern’s Labour Government has failed to deliver on its promises and instead piled on taxes, costs and more red tape. As I frequently hear from my North Shore constituents, the business owners, self-employed and retirees, it’s now much harder for you and your families to get ahead, to save and plan for the future and for some, it’s harder to even pay the next bill and stay afloat.

As the cost of living continues to rise, an ever-increasing number of people are heading overseas for better opportunities.

The economy that was projected to produce 15 years of surpluses is now in a tailspin and is back into deficit after only two years of Labour's unwise spending. It is clear that when it comes to the economy, this government is clueless. National does not accept that this is as good as it gets. New Zealand should be doing better and deserves better and our big focus ahead of the September election is our bold new economic plan and we will release fully costed details soon.

We’re holding ourselves to targets, such as lifting our economic growth back to at least three per cent per annum…

National will abolish the petrol tax and keep taxes low because we believe that every cent this government wastes should instead be in the hands of hardworking New Zealanders. The more people have to pay in taxes the less they have to put food on the table and provide for themselves and for their families. Median rent is up $2600 due to added taxes, and regulations and job growth has dropped from 10,000 new jobs a month under National to barely one thousand. This isn’t even counting the $1000 a year the average earner would have been better off if Labour hadn’t cancelled National's planned tax cuts.

We’ve committed to keeping debt low, because we know that every time we borrow irresponsibly as this government has, it is future generations of Kiwis that will have to pay it back. We’re holding ourselves to targets, such as lifting our economic growth back to at least three per cent per annum and lifting New Zealand’s GDP per capita growth to the top ten in the OECD instead of being the seventh lowest as we are now under Labour.

Labour spent nine years criticising National for our investment in critical infrastructure, and cancelled many of the projects that National would have already started if re-elected. Now after realising they have no new ideas of their own, they have reannounced many of National's projects but people aren’t so easily fooled.

People are already seeing this government for what it is, all talk and no action. Winston First is running amok under a weak and ineffectual PM who can’t bring him into line. I’m relieved National has ruled out working with the dodgy Winston First negative brand of politics. Oblivious to the pleas of families struggling to make ends meet, this government continues with its plans for more taxes and more wasteful spending. Come the election in September we have a choice, continue down the path we’re on, with costs of living and debt skyrocketing, or get back on track under leadership that has a proven track record of responsible economic management.

Electoral Office: 09 486 0005, 15 Anzac St, Takapuna www.maggiebarry.co.nz Facebook maggiebarrynz Email: northshore@parliament.govt.nz

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Chosing the right cardio for you

Cardiovascular exercise is anything that increases the work of the heart and lungs. The right type of cardio exercise can burn calories, reduce your risk of health conditions, improve your mood and boost your energy. But with so many cardio exercise options available it can be challenging to create an optimal plan. There are three factors to consider when choosing your schedule of cardio activities.

The most important factor is what you can complete injuryfree. The aim of any fitness activity is to improve your mobility, not compromise it. Every cardio activity has its own unique repetitive movement pattern. If you put your body through a fixed pattern often enough with enough impact you’ll likely get imbalances that create vulnerability to injury. Your individual biomechanics will determine which class or outdoor cardio activity is the best for you. Most of us find this out the hard way unfortunately – we get injured and then get an education at the physio on which areas of our body are particularly tight or particularly weak.

The second factor to consider in choosing your cardio activity is enjoyment. Just because your body isn’t naturally suited to a particular movement pattern doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t do it. If you’re willing to put in the time to strengthen your weak parts and stretch out your tight parts then you’ll have a lot more options. You might not be able to do your favourite class three times per week, but with careful pre-hab, taking sensible options and leaving rest time between classes you can potentially do it once a week, mixing it in with other cardio activities. It’s important that you get some enjoyment from your cardio, or at least not intense distress. A great plan is only as good as your ability to stick to it, and it’s easier to adhere to something you like.

The third factor in choosing the cardio activity for you is your goals. Many people embark on a cardio campaign because they want to lose weight. However the wrong type of cardio activity can actually achieve the opposite effect. For some people, intense early morning training can push the body into a stressed state where it holds tight to body fat. In addition to this, in some cases intense activity can drive up your appetite. Many people find themselves diligently burning 500 calories in the morning only to power-eat 2000 calories (often treat calories) later in the day. There are plenty of strategies to combat this common phenomena. And maybe a few extra pre- and post-workout calories don’t matter if your primary goal is to enjoy a fun morning blow-out with your friends. That’s healthy too. It’s just good to be mindful of the purpose of your activity and aware of how you’re tracking.

The most important thing in choosing your cardio strategy is tailoring it to you – your genetics, your biomechanics and your temperament. Some people will never do a HIIT session in their lives but this doesn’t mean they won’t have good cardiovascular capacity, a lean physique and great general health. Exercise should improve your mobility and vitality while moving you towards your goals. If your current cardio strategy isn’t achieving this then it might be time to consider a new approach.

Les Mills Takapuna, Rooftop Level, Shore City, Takapuna 0800 LES MILLS lesmills.co.nz clairebellingham.co.nz claire@clairebellingham.co.nz

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About a year ago I was invited to a breakfast to hear from Michael Henderson, a world-renowned corporate anthropologist – not that I knew what that even meant! Basically, anthropology is the scientific study of humans, human behaviour and societies in the past and present. For 25 years, Michael has scientifically studied and advised high performing teams.

From his first word I realised he was the real deal. I was in awe of his knowledge around this mystical subject of 'culture', but more importantly, I got incredibly excited when he shared his scientifically proven, practical insights into creating the world’s most highperforming teams. I’ve heard a lot of speakers but Michael was next level!

I got even more excited when I heard he’s the secret weapon behind Scott Robertson (Crusaders 3x titles), as well as Z Energy (AON Best Employer), 2Degrees, BUPA, High Performance NZ, Australia’s Navy and others!

When I met Michael for coffee he explained the issue: he only works with ‘Tier 1’ companies and larger corporates on ongoing, very expensive retainers…

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I’m deeply passionate about empowering people and seeing businesses succeed, but bringing you great people isn’t enough.

You need to have the culture that keeps those great people and gets them performing. My advice: invest in your people as culture eats strategy for breakfast – in fact, your company culture is eight times more influential than your strategy.

I’m inviting you and your team to attend this exclusive programme made up of four half days at Smales Farm, Takapuna, over an eight week period.

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immediate culture needs and you will learn how to maintain and develop a culture over a longer period and get each member of your team achieving in a way you never thought possible. Here is the course outline: Day 1 – Awareness (27th March): What is culture? What does it do? Who owns culture? Who and what is impacted by culture? How does culture form? What culture do you want to become? What behaviours would demonstrate that you have become this culture?

What would people need to believe to commit to behave in a way that enables and empowers your culture to become what you want?

Day 2 – Appreciate (17th April): Understanding your culture now, where you want to it to be and the culture gap to be overcome; Learn the three primary levels of culture: Unstable, Stable and High-performing cultures; learn specifically what is required from your people to move from one level of culture to the next higher level; learn what liminal thinking is and why it is a key component to embrace as part of the culture transformation process.

Day 3 – Act (1st May): Culturing in motion. All cultures deliver a performance. Using the arrow model taught on day one, plan the specific actions of your culture performance pathway from culturing beliefs through to culturing behaviours to become the strategic outcome providers all your stakeholders expect of your organisation.

Day 4 – Achieve (22nd May): Review all the key models and lessons learnt from the programme; present your organisation’s completed culture arrow model for feedback and sign off; celebrate the completion of the programme by receiving your certificate of participation.

BONUS CONTENT You will also receive a programme workbook containing all the key templates for learning and planning a high-performance culture; an anthropology field book for each participant; a PDF file of key learning models for use in your organisation; access to the programme’s online learning platform containing short programme content videos for study review; two online Culture Coach Q&A sessions during the programme to support your learning and implementation of the programme’s lessons and models.

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Olivia Allen  Olivia Allen is 14 years old and in year 10 at Takapuna Grammar School. She lives in Bayswater with her mum, dad, and two younger brothers Luke and Sam as well as her two cats and a dog.

She has taken part in many musical productions, with her most recent role as Pinocchio in Disney's ‘My Son Pinocchio’ produced by Encore Theatre Collective. She also appeared in 2019 as Annie in the National Youth Theatre Company’s production at Aotea Centre.

What is your most favourite thing to do for fun on the North Shore?

My favourite thing to do on the North Shore is hang out at the beach with my friends. I love to swim and enjoy being outside.

Olivia Allen.

What do you think you are good at?

I really love singing, acting and performing, I enjoy being on the stage and performing with friends.

Who do you aspire to be like when you grow up?

I aspire to be like Lorde, I love her creativity and unique voice: she is very inspirational.

Name one thing most people wouldn’t know about you: I get really really nervous and feel sick before going on stage, even though I love it once I'm out there!

What do you hope to achieve in 2020?

I am really excited to be playing Young Cosette in Takapuna Grammar School's production of 'Les Miserables'. I also am looking forward to auditioning for and being part of the Encore Theatre Collective's production of 'Cinderella', and I want to do well in my year 10 exams.

Olivia's singing teacher Suzanne Lynch says: I have had the pleasure of teaching Olivia for a few years now, and am so proud of her and all she is achieving – she is a talent to watch, and I’m sure she will be a very well known singer and performer in the theatre or whatever musical path she chooses in the future.

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Josh Greenway is 11 years old and in year 8 at Belmont Intermediate School. He lives in Hauraki Corner with his mum and dad and little brother, and his dog called Zep. Josh recently performed with his band at Takachella in Takapuna.

What is your most favourite thing to do for fun on the North Shore?

I live near Hauraki Primary School which is great as I can go and play with my friends in the weekend down at school. There’s lots of room and we can play manhunt and tag. I like meeting up with my friends who live close to me. I also take my tennis racquet down there and hit the ball up against the brick wall with my brother.

What do you think you are good at?

My biggest talent is music, drumming to be specific. I’ve been learning for three years now with my teacher Shaun. I have played in school rock bands and done a few performances too. Usually the band practises at my house because I have the drum kit and it’s hard to move it around. I am also in another rock band that I’ve just started, with the Rudd School of Rock. I’m hoping to do more gigs with them too.

I am also a magician – I love learning new tricks and showing my family.

Who do you aspire to be like when you grow up?

Probably someone like John Bonham who was the drummer in rock band Led Zeppelin, except without all the addiction problems!

Name one thing most Josh Greenway. people wouldn’t know about you: When I was little, like about four or five years old at kindy, I wanted to be a policeman when I grew up. And my little brother wanted to be a robber!

What do you hope to achieve in 2020?

I want to succeed in passing my grade five drum exams and to perform in Bandquest and Smokefree Rockquest.

Josh's drum teacher Shaun Malyon says: Josh is a fantastic student who is always focused and enthusiastic every time he sits behind the drum kit. It's a pleasure witnessing his evolution as a drummer week by week.

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Amber Stevenson  Amber Stevenson is 15 years old. She lives at home with her mum and dad and younger sister Anna in Hauraki. Amber goes to Takapuna Grammar School and enjoys dancing and singing and hanging out with her friends.

What is your most favourite thing to do for fun on the North Shore?

These are my three favourite things: 1. I enjoy going to Belmont Youth Group on Friday nights. I get to meet up with my friends. We do lots of fun things together like table tennis, basketball, chatting and eating together.

Amber Stevenson.

2. I love to swing on the home-made swings on Takapuna beach.

3. Art Adventure at the Wilson Centre; it is fun and I like being creative.

What do you think you are good at?

Performing arts. I love it. Last year I was in 'Madagascar Junior' and I played Rico, a penguin. I had to learn the words, dance moves and the songs. We practised and practised until it was perfect. The performances on stage were fun. We took bows and the audience clapped, shouted and whistled because they loved it.

This year I’m in ‘The Incredible and Glorious World According to the Fitzroys’ at the Auckland Fringe Festival. Also, I’m auditioning for Peter Pan with the Glass House Ceiling company. I’m very excited and would like to be Wendy.

Who do you aspire to be like when you grow up?

I want to be a teacher and a parent. Teachers work with and help kids to read, read them stories, learn to write and everything.

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Christina Sieberhagen is 14 years old and has had a passion for the environment for as long as she can remember. She lives in a family of seven and goes to Northcote College.

What is your most favourite thing to do for fun on the North Shore?

My taekwondo Dojang is on the Shore, so that would be it. I have been doing taekwondo since I was eight and I have loved it ever since. I now am a Second Poom black belt and almost qualified as an instructor, which I have enjoyed progressing in over the past year and a half.

I have been doing taekwondo since I was eight and I have loved it ever since…

What do you think you are good at?

I think I am good at school and involving myself in lots of different opportunities.

Who do you aspire to be like when you grow up?

Last year I was privileged enough to be able to hear Dr Jane Goodall speak. It was a surreal experience and she is an incredible influence. I would aspire to be like her. Her kindness, wisdom and tolerance are admirable.

Name one thing most people wouldn’t know about you: I spoke at the 15th March 2019 climate strike! It was an awesome experience and I absolutely love public speaking. It was so inspiring because people came up to me afterwards and even after the strike saying how inspiring the speech was: it was incredible. If you'd like to listen to it, email me (via kim@channelmag.co.nz).

What do you hope to achieve in 2020?

I am in Year 11 so I would like to get an Excellence Endorsement for NCEA Level 1 as well as become an instructor at my taekwondo.

At my school, I am progressing plans around becoming carbon neutral.

I have many other smaller goals but those are the main Christina Sieberhagen. ones.

Staying above the line with Harold!

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Harold is presently in residence at Murrays Bay Intermediate School (MBIS), which has in the region of 1060 students, aged 11 to 13 years. Students in Year 7 and 8 at the school attend a series of lessons based around the school’s values of Respect, Resilience, Kindness, and Honesty.

The lessons are presented by Charlie Pollard, one of three Life Education Educators. Charlie is new to Life education having joined the team midway through 2019. She and Harold have already taught several hundred children on the Shore, before coming to MBIS. She and Harold will be resident at the school for the duration of term one.

Charlie, after consultation with staff at MBIS, designed lessons around the school’s Charlie Pollard. values, relating to their individual core, of who they are and how they identify themselves in relation to their own values, culture, and beliefs. The lesson then extends to their ability to flex when in a situation that requires a decision to be made. The inner strength of these lessons identifies student behaviour as being either below the line of what is acceptable or above the line, establishing what is important to them in life, helping them to decide what is right and wrong, and what they can be flexible about when making decisions. Charlie and Harold have reported a positive response from students, who in a nurturing environment are confidently and competently unpacking their emotions, beliefs and decision making.

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Christina's teachers says this about her: My teachers say that I am highly motivated and that I can achieve whatever I want to if I put my mind to it. My taekwondo instructor says I talk too much though.

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Mentoring youth extremely rewarding Mentoring can be a great thing to get involved in, for kids from all walks of life. Age differences in young people can sometimes separate them from spending time with one another, but youth mentoring bridges the gap and has life-enhancing benefits for both younger and older kids.

There are many places where young people are able to take on mentoring roles and have a connection with younger generations. These can include anything from tutoring to guidance inside and outside of school. If there is an opportunity for children to gain some experience or guidance from another young person or a mentoring group, I highly recommend they take it.

Forming relationships with youth mentors is a great way to adopt a supportive figure that can give advice on life experiences with a different outlook. It can enhance attitudes, help make better lifestyle choices, and improve self-esteem for young people, by creating relationships with others who are able to relate to and understand their issues and needs. These youth mentor relationships often give young people a connection where they may be more likely to open up with a mentor who becomes a trustworthy confidant. Youth often resonate better with youth, so mentoring and tutoring among young people works well and definitely has evident results.

The advice that youth mentors share can be great for young people as they can find a common ground…

Youth mentoring can improve interpersonal skills within young people, as they are prone to learning from what they see. If a young person is branching out and extending kindness and empathy to younger kids, this will often reflect in the ways that their mentees treat others. Mentees can also learn interpersonal skills through their mentors who have recently been through school themselves and who can coach the younger kids through difficult situations which they have already overcome. The advice that youth mentors share can be great for young people as they can find a common ground and interpret familiar ideas and struggles together.

Studies have shown that a lot of young people experience positive behavioural changes from spending time with older youth, and being involved in mentoring programmes. Relationships between youth who are not too far apart in age can result in the mentors becoming role-models and guides who show the right attitude. It is easy for youth to adopt the behaviours and viewpoints of those around them, and having a mentor who can point them in the right direction is a

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great way to learn. The transition into adulthood can be tough for some, but mentoring creates a dynamic for a relationship of trust, understanding and confidence between the two young people.

Youth mentors provide a safe space for kids to reach their potential and make impactful changes in their lives.

Mentors also gain immense benefits from choosing to spend their time with younger people.

Mentoring provides a sense of leadership, responsibility and fulfillment to those who get involved. While young people who are mentored can see changes in their self-esteem, the mentors themselves can also develop a better sense of self throughout their time helping younger children flourish. Being a part of a child's accomplishments and growth provides mentors with purposeful and rewarding work. Many mentors develop a brother or sister-like relationship with their mentees, and each can have a lasting impact on each other's lives. Young people can learn things from each other that they wouldn’t learn anywhere else, so giving youth the opportunity to get involved in some sort of mentoring or tutoring programme will develop important life skills and broaden their horizons.

Some of the mentoring programmes on the Shore that I have had personal experience with are: NumberWorks’nWords - which I have been a tutor for myself in the past. I loved connecting with younger people, sharing my experiences with them, and helping aid them through their schooling. This particular place caters to kids who want help with maths and English, and involves weekly sessions after school where they can get to know the tutors and learn skills to help them inside and outside of school.

Youthline Mentoring - is a service that pairs up young adults with younger people to provide a safe space for advice, help with finding jobs, passing driving tests, or even just to catch up for a chat if needed. I used this programme myself when I was in year 11, and my mentor was fabulous. I definitely felt more confident and it was great to get some guidance from her whenever I needed it. She was just a text away and often met me for coffee when she was nearby.

There are many other mentoring and youth tutoring options on the Shore, it’s just a matter of a quick Google search to find one that best suits you or your child. I highly recommend getting involved in a service such as these ones, or if you are a young person reading this and would like to be a mentor yourself - just give it a go!

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Johnny Casey, his two brothers Ed and Liam, their beautiful talented wives and all their kids spend a lot of time together celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and weekends away. They’re a happy family; Johnny's wife , Jessie - who has the most money - insists on it. All is well until Ed’s wife Cara gets concussion and can’t keep her thoughts to herself. One careless remark at Johnny’s birthday party starts Cara spilling all the family secrets.

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In a Philadelphia neighbourhood filled with drugs and prostitution, two once-inseparable sisters find themselves at odds. One, Kacey, lives on the street in the vice of addiction.

The other, Mickey, walks those same streets on her police beat. They don’t speak anymore, but Mickey never stops worrying about her sibling. Then Kacey disappears suddenly and at the same time a mysterious string of murders begins in Mickey’s district. Mickey becomes dangerously obsessed with finding the culprit - and her sister - before it’s too late. This is an extremely well-written, gripping suspense novel that is also a moving story of sisters, addiction and the formidable ties that persist between place, family and fate. Highly recommended.

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Before he died, Max Merriweather’s cousin had entrusted him with a secret. Now Max is in danger and only the Nowhere Man can help him. But like a hydra, every time Evan thinks the danger has passed another set of bad guys raise their heads and neither Evan or Max can be sure if their opponents are cops or the Russian mob. With the help of his 16-year old protégé Joey, Evan works his way through hugely daunting obstacles to an outstanding finale.

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by Jeanine Cummins

The author is most well-known for his multi award winning book “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time“. This new book is an illustrated picture book: a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. This is a wonderfully evocative book of a time when children were fascinated by the mysteries of the moon. The story is told through the eyes of a small boy. He has a mural of the solar system on his bedroom wall and is given an atlas of the moon, full of all the detail he loves. He sits on his bed at night and gazes through his window dreaming of going to the moon one day. One night he watches in wonder as men actually walk on the moon. The young boy is the author, many years ago, and he still looks at the night sky dreaming of the astronauts. This book has exquisite soft pastel illustrations by Christian Birmingham.

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Lydia runs a bookshop in downtown Acapulco and her husband Sebastian is an investigative journalist working on a story to reveal the ruthless face behind a violent new narcotics cartel which is taking over and destroying the city. The novel opens with blood-sodden terror as the cartel takes revenge for Sebastian’s expose with a machinegun slaughter at a family celebration. Lydia and her 8-year old son become migrants heading north to try and find safety on American soil. Cummins has written a thrilling, if controversial story of the journey so many individuals are forced to take, illustrating the dangers, the violence, the heartbreak and the exhaustion experienced on the way. Highly recommended.

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Shaquile Iuli (left) and Nathen Kay at Albany Senior High School during February.

Shaquile and Nathen leading the way at Outward Bound

By Aidan Bennett

As readers will know, I am involved in a few not-for-profit community organisations. One that I really cherish is St Patrick’s Day Golf Classic Charitable Trust. This is one that I can take very little credit for instigating – as it has been going for over 30 years. As one of the newer trustees it warms my heart every year.

Since 1989, the founding year, the St Patrick’s Day Golf Classic Charitable Trust has applied funds raised at its annual golf tournament (St Patrick's Day Charity Golf Classic) to benefit young people and quite often those in need. In 2003 the trustees announced the inception of its Fianna Scholarships. It was decided that each year it would provide scholarships which would enable

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two young people from the North Harbour region to undertake a three week Mind, Body and Soul course at Outward Bound at Anakiwa in the Marlborough Sounds. This course is well known to provide invaluable life skills which the founding trustees believed would contribute immensely to the personal growth of these youngsters.

The inaugural scholarship winners were announced in 2004.

They were Courtney Miller of Westlake Girls High School and Paul Hellyer of Rosmini College. Every year since, two students – most often from the same North Harbour school – have received the scholarship and attended Outward Bound. In 2011, following the Christchurch earthquake, the Fianna Scholarships were awarded to

four deserving students from that city.

We ask the selected school to pick the recipients, with our only criteria being that it is unlikely that family circumstances would enable the winners to easily afford the course fees and air fares to Anakiwa.

Shaquile Iuli and Nathen Kay (both aged 17) were chosen from Albany Senior High School as the 2019 St Patrick’s Day Golf Classic Charitable Trust Fianna Scholarship recipients. I ventured along to Albany Senior High during February to chat to Shaquile and Nathen about their experiences at Outward Bound as they completed the three week course during December.

For a boomer that went to a provincial high school in the '70s, a visit to Albany Senior High is like another world. It is more like a university campus than a school. I drove in under the modern building, parked the car and took the lift up three stories to the impressive atrium-style reception area, complete with café. I went to Facebook in Silicon Valley a couple of years back and this place isn’t too dissimilar in style.

I had heard that Shaquile and Nathen were two impressive young fellows and I wasn’t disappointed. Chatting to them was very easy and they were both buzzing about their experience at Outward Bound. They were also humble and very grateful.

The expeditions were interesting, things like reaching the summit together meant that we quickly got to know these new people who came from all over the country…

Shaquile is big in stature and a good talker. Clearly the Unsworth Heights youngster is an organiser as well. Unsurprisingly, he says that communicating and team building are two of his interests, as well as rugby, volleyball, basketball and music. He actually produces hip-hop and R&B music. Nathen is also into music – he plays guitar – and also enjoys movies, plays a bit of touch rugby and enjoys rugby, basketball and soccer. At Outward Bound he developed a liking for sailing and has a general love of the outdoors, camping etc. He was born in Australia. Shaquile attended Albany Junior High before coming to Albany Senior High. In contrast, Nathen – who lives at Massey Heights – started at the school in level two as a 16 year old.

Nathen says his previous school didn’t suit him at all. He is thriving at Albany Senior High as it allows him the flexibility of being himself. Shaquile loves it for the opportunities and freedom. He says they are encouraged to find their own identity.

So did they ever expect to be doing something like the Mind, Body and Soul course at Outward Bound?

“Never in my life.” said Shaquile Iuli. “I had no idea what it was all about, everything was completely new. I didn’t realise what it was all about until we got to the Marlborough Sounds. We were in groups of 14 people of our age – seven guys and seven girls. We also encountered some of the worst weather they had experienced for a while for just about the whole course.”

“Yes we had heavy rain a lot of the time,” added Nathen Kay. “It wasn’t cold but it was very wet which made it even more character building. The first day or so were spent getting to know all the new

Nathen Kay (back row, third from left) with his group at Outward Bound.

Nathen Kay loved the sailing at Outward Bound.

people. We were introduced to everyone with cultural songs which put a smile on everyone’s face. The great thing was that the leaders were super friendly and inviting which gave us all the energy to connect.”

“The expeditions were interesting; things like reaching the summit together meant that we quickly got to know these new people who came from all over the country,” added Shaquile. “Many were from the South Island and places like Wellington and Hamilton.

We loved the team bonding and made life-long friends during the course. You could feel people opening up more and more as the days and weeks ticked by.”

Nathen explained that before the course he felt pressure to live in the moment and was at times conflicted on what to do with his life.

He was angling towards becoming a doctor, mainly due to the likely income attached. But during the course he realised that life is not all about money and he should really think more about what his heart wants. So he made the decision that the health sciences is what he wants to do. Maybe to become a researcher that can really make a difference in helping overcome diseases etc.

Shaquile loved the tranquility of being by himself at times during the three weeks. Just him and his notebook. He says it was peaceful (except the insects and possums!). “One of the things we had to do was to write a letter to ourselves which was left behind at

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Shaquile Iuli (tallest at back) with his Outward Bound group.

Outward Bound and will be posted to us in six months time."

“We had three days on our own with our notebook and rations,” explained Nathen. “I also enjoyed the time by myself; being solo made me reflect.”

Each morning everyone was up at 6am and the day started with a three kilometre run. That was followed by a coldish swim, and a shower.

“At the start it was hard, but by the end of the course it was much easier,” said Shaquile when reflecting on the early morning starts and running. “It was preparing us for the half marathon that we all had to complete at the end of the three weeks.”

Nathen took a liking to the sailing in the Marlborough Sounds, although due to the inclement weather the conditions were windy and the sea choppy, but he loved going fast in the boats and the adventure of it all. “We did the training on the boats and then were to go sailing for three days and two nights, although one of those nights was cancelled due to the weather.”

The course proved a life-changing experience for Shaquile Iuli.

“It really does change you, there’s no doubt about that. It opens your eyes to a new perspective on life. Shows that we can push ourselves to do more and that we need to do it ourselves and push beyond our boundaries.”

“We expected that it would be hard, and it was,” said Nathen.

“Most of the skills we gained weren’t activities but things like how you work together with people, interact and get along with them and understand their strengths. We were also encouraged to speak up.”

Both Nathen and Shaquile say that they realised during the course that they were leaders. One day during the course they were paired with people that were quite different in beliefs and abilities and encouraged to work together. They both found that challenging yet very rewarding.

“There was no doubt that parts of the course were very tough,”

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Shaquile Iuli doing the hard yards at Outward Bound.

said Nathen. “But after you get through the challenge you feel like you could do it all again. The sailing was like that for me. At first very challenging, but the second time easier as you build trust in those around you. The leaders were there to challenge us to lead ourselves. It was physically challenging; for me the running on the Queen Charlotte Track was real hard. When I was a bit down I saw a quote on the wall in one of the toilets that said ‘there is more in you’ and that gave me encouragement to get to the finish. In fact I helped a friend in our group who fell over and was in a bad way. We made it to the finish together.”

The St Patrick’s Day Golf Classic Charitable Trust annual golf tournament is due to be held for 2020 at North Shore Golf Club on Friday 6th March, with a field of around 170 players play on all 27 holes of the popular course with a dinner and prizegiving held afterwards in the club house.

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CHANNEL FEATURE: CRUZ ERDMANN

Cruz Erdmann. Photo credit: Arnaz Mehta.

Capturing beauty underwater North Shore student wins Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

By Christine Young

In March last year Cruz Erdmann, now a year 10 pupil at Westlake Boys High School, found out he’d won the 11-14 age group in the Young category of the Natural History Museum’s prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition with a stunning underwater photo of a squid taken in the Lembeh Strait off North Sulawesi, Indonesia. In October he headed to London to receive his award – and found he’d won the overall Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year award from ahead of the category winners in the 10 years and under and 15-17 age groups. And in late January this year, he presented at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos in Switzerland.

Just who is this young man, and what’s the story behind his success? Christine Young met Cruz to find out.

Cruz Erdmann is now waiting for the results of his second entry into the Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, along with entries in two other international photography awards – the Asferico 2020 Nature Photography Competition and the Nature Photographer of the Year competition.

But he’s not sitting around waiting – he’s in the Westlake Boys rowing squad, and training hard for Maadi Cup in just a few weeks, as he has been since November. Arranging a time to interview him around school and rowing commitments was a scheduling challenge, but when we finally got together, Cruz outlined, in that inimitably laconic way of 14 year old boys, the development of his interest in photography – and how he’s yet to determine whether it’s part of any long-term career path.

Cruz grew up in Bali, Indonesia, his love of the sea nurtured by his marine conservationist parents Mark Erdmann, Vice President of Conservation International’s Asia-Pacific marine programmes, and Arnaz Mehta, who admits in a 2016 blog post to reading “books to my children that tended to focus on ocean life (I admit guilt to molding their little minds to become fascinated by the ocean) and by the time they were 8 years old they could rattle off marine creature facts like a seasoned pro.” No wonder Cruz says he’s been interested in diving from “as early as I can remember”.

But, he adds, there’s nothing difficult about diving: “it’s just breathing”. For him it was “a tool”, the next step in underwater exploration from rock pools and snorkelling. He initially learnt informally from his parents. His first dives were alongside them, using the second

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hose every diver has for emergencies, for themselves or their diving companions. He says he had no idea of how diving worked at that stage, but by seven he had his own kit, and was diving independently with his parents.

When he was eight, about five years ago, the Erdmann family moved to the North Shore. In New Zealand, they continued diving, mostly in the Bay of Islands, and Cruz gained his diving certificate. He’s done two dives in Milford Sound, “more as a taste test”. He wants to do more there, but it’s also quite dark he says – and cold.

Photography came “way after” diving; in fact, just a couple of years ago. Cruz’s perception was that photography was “dorky”. It was something “old men did, and expensive”. His dad had a camera that he used to take photos of specimens underwater – but Cruz says these were mostly for scientific recording purposes; mostly they weren’t “photo photos”. The difference? “A photo photo aims to be beautiful or capture some moment in time, or evoke some emotion.”

But Mark knew how to execute successful photos underwater, scientific or not, and it’s clear Arnaz is also no slouch when it comes to underwater photography. And Cruz always liked looking at photos; he visited the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at Auckland Museum about a year before he took up photography for himself. The role models were there, but the interest was not – until he was on a dive trip in April 2018, when his father had a new camera and asked if Cruz would be interested in using the spare one while diving. Cruz “kind of thought, why not? So I did and I was surprised that it was really satisfying”; it enabled him to capture the essence of something he saw underwater but lacked the words to describe. “Or you see something underwater and it’s so beautiful, and you’ll never see it again unless you go underwater and look.”

To begin with, learning the basics from his father (“what dial did what and what effect that would have”), he just took photos of things he liked.

“It was me trying to get photos of a few bucket list things…. I got better and everything became more polished, so I started taking photos of everything I thought was worthy. And in recent years, well, in 2020, I’m doing the same, but I also look for certain shots.” He still has a bucket list of photos he wants and hopes they’re at the site he’s diving at.

Cruz has been quoted elsewhere as saying that photography is just pushing a button. As we talk, it’s clear that there’s much more to

underwater photography – and taking exceptional images – than that. Apertures and ISO and shutter speeds aside, he says a key skill is buoyancy underwater, your ability to control your movement so that fish don’t get scared and you can get into tighter gaps. “Underwater photography – 90% is just being comfortable in the water,” he says casually.

It’s also about taking as many good photos as he can in the limited time (maximum 60 minutes) he has underwater in any one dive. In those 60 minutes he might take 50-200 photos. A lot, he admits, are too blurry, or too dark, or overblown. He deletes all those. In the remaining photos he often has multiple images of one fish, for example; he then selects images associated with a story he wants to share to post on his Instagram page (@cruzerdmann) accompanied by lyrical descriptions or scientific info. And reserves the best to edit (very lightly as competition rules on editing are strict) and enter competitions.

Cruz is (at this stage anyway) interested only in underwater photography. It wasn’t long before he was looking at other photos, comparing his with those, and realising that he was “semi-decent at this”. Cue – entry and success in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and more recent entries into others, attracted not by the kudos of winning so much as the connections he can make, and the attraction of a cash prize to enable him to afford some new photography gear he now hankers after. “It’s getting your name out there, and making a lot of good connections.” Like the photo of Cruz with former Prime Minister Helen Clark; the invitation to present at Davos; connections to National Geographic, to other scientists, and to other media, out of which is likely to eventuate a book in which Cruz features alongside other internationally recognised young change makers in the areas not only of science but also the arts and humanities.

Cruz Erdmann.

The Natural History Museum, he explains, has a relationship with the World Economic Forum in Davos, and his two acceptance speeches (one for the age category win, and one for the overall Junior win) plus the media interviews that followed his success were enough for him to be included in a group of "teenage change-makers" who spoke at the 2020 World Economic Forum. The event's focus was centred on climate change and the environment, with Cruz's presentation entitled 'Hidden Worlds in our Oceans'. He gave a 14-minute talk and visual presentation (https://www.weforum.org/…/sessio…/hidden-worlds-in-our-ocean) alongside highly esteemed 88-year-old Dr Sylvia Earle, an American marine biologist, explorer, author, and lecturer who has been a National Geographic explorer-in-residence since 1998, in which he spoke knowledgeably and passionately about the importance of coral reefs and the oceans in the health and future of the planet.

He still has a bucket list of photos he wants and hopes they’re at the site he’s diving at.

Photo: Cruz Erdmann.

“As a diver,” he says, “you see everything, and the occasional dead zone.” Even the Hauraki Gulf, he says, is over-exploited and could be conserved better. But it has such great potential. He emphasises that he is not an expert, but he has clearly thought deeply about such issues. He advocates banning fishing in international waters, based on the evidence he’s seen, and exhorts those of us living on the Shore to “appreciate your ocean”, to be aware of where the fish you buy locally comes from and whether it is sustainably fished.

So does Cruz see himself as a marine activist, and is photography a likely career path? Activist – absolutely not! Advocate, perhaps, or communicator; his sister is the activist, he adds. As for career, he reminds me he’s 14, and that he doesn’t want to narrow his options.

He mentions the possibility of being a helicopter pilot as an avenue into good jobs in exploration in places he’d like to go to. Then again, he’s doing design at school and would like to pursue things beyond photography – “the same creative realm but different”; textile or fashion design perhaps, or create light projections to “bring something people have never seen before into something that’s tangible”.

Who knows what’s next for this articulate and talented young man?

Cruz says he’s “off” (i.e. not thinking about anything else) until this month, after the Maadi Cup. By then he’ll be into planning a dive with his father and brother in West Papua – “it’s my brother’s trip; I’m tagging along to get photos”. And in July he’ll be moving into a new age group in water polo training with North Harbour…

After that, “I don’t know, I have lots of options.” He sure does.

(You can see Cruz Erdmann’s winning photo in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, on at Auckland Museum until 10th May.)

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TEXTILES & FABRICS: REDGRAVES HOME FABRICS

Challenged at chess the world and be young enough and fit enough Challenged by my 11 year old to share it with our grandchildren. Just a few granddaughter to our first ever game of weeks ago we had a couple of the youngest chess, I was happy to go lightly and just staying with us who wanted to learn to drive match her skill level, until about half way the small dinghy and outboard. “You can’t do through the game when she quietly says, that,” I told them, “until you have learned to “Gung, you are not as dumb as I thought row the boat first.” Undeterred, they donned you were.” Instant reaction! Suddenly my life jackets, tied the dinghy to a long rope, intelligence had been questioned and an pushed themselves off and taught themselves uncontrollable slaughter ensued. Two to row back, over and over again. Within an quick, brutal moves and I am, a little too hour they had rowing mastered and were enthusiastically, yelling, “Checkmate!!!!” proclaiming they had earned the right to learn just to confirm that I wasn’t as dumb as to use the dinghy with the motor. Just one of she thought. I guess you can’t blame her those magical grandparent moments. Spending for thinking that though, as it is more than summer with them was so good I had to drag likely the result of years of grandparental myself back to work three times before I could silliness.

Artist: Jessica Killen finally settle to the exciting new year ahead.

Her revenge came quickly when that And what a year we have planned. In April night we sat down to play the card game Educated: Manchester School of Art (hons) we expect the release of the new Emma J Sequence, with her and her sister aged Lives: Cheshire UK seven. Sequence is a simple game of luck and skill which involves Shipley collection of fabrics and wallpapers, Wilderie. Meantime we are (hopefully) off near to Europe again to seek out new exclusive designs making sequences of cardsClarke on a prescribed board. Bad Jelly and- Morley Works: and Clarke studios Green Wilmslow for our clients and will later visit the USA, Germany and maybe I won the first game easily as the girls learned the rules. Then, China in search of new home automation technology. A very busy over the next few nights we lost the following eight games. It even that are a form of art; using instead of time paper, stitch instead firstfabrics six months, with so little available to polish up our chess reached “I thebelieve stage where the textiles youngest would announce to her instead of paint.

I like work to refl ect natural patterns and their Sequence skills. sibling, of “Wepencil can win and this in dyes three moves and there is nothing they myand at Redgraves Home Fabrics we havelife.” spent more than 60 can do about it,”unpredictable while I stared at the shapes board at a and complete loss structures, in Here a celebration of nature and years helping clients create the home environment they imagine with to guess their next move, let alone the next three. Eight bloody beautiful curtains, blinds, upholsteries and accessories. Many of one we were thrashed, causing unbelievable damage to both the products we sell are exclusively imported for our clients and not grandparents’ egos. I am not sure we will ever fully recover. So available elsewhere. from now on we have committed to only playing games that are Call us today for a consultant to visit and help with your window fair, using a simple rule that involves only ever playing ageing, furnishing needs and check us out at www.redgraveshomefabrics.co.nz slower thinking, less scheming, adults.

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TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD TRAVEL BROWNS BAY

U River Cruises: The modern cruising experience Imagine floating along central Europe’s rivers aboard a sleek and sophisticated ship that’s your hotel, transport and local hotspot all in one. Say hello to U River Cruises, the fun, authentic and modern river cruising experience Mary Buckley dedicated to a new generation of adult Owner/Director travellers aged 18 and over. A river cruise with U is ideal for those who want an immersive, social and active travel experience, and is a great option for families travelling with older children. Whether you’ve got kids who are based overseas, or you’re simply looking for a style of travel that’ll suit everyone’s needs, U’s got you covered.

If you don’t want to feel pigeon-holed by a set itinerary, U gives you the freedom and flexibility to plan your day as you please. Mum and dad want to join the walking tour, but the kids want to a grab a couple of bikes off the ship and go do their own thing? No worries.

From included excursions, to optional activities, to exploring on you own, you can customise your experience however you’d like. Your time with U can be as jam-packed or as relaxed as you want it to be. Docking in the heart of Europe’s cities overnight means you’ll step off the ship and right into the heart of the action.

You’ll spend time in incredible destinations onshore, but your time on board will be just as exciting. There are plenty of fun activities to enjoy on the ship, catering to a wide range of interests, from the likes of silent discos, paint and wine sessions, mixology classes and karaoke.

The spacious top deck provides

ample room to partake in some early morning yoga, socialise over a few drinks, or simply admire the view as you cruise down central Europe’s rivers.

U’s distinctive, jet-black ships are decorated with modern art and neon light accents. The rooms are kitted out with bluetooth speakers, USB charging ports and unlimited wifi, allowing you to stay connected while you travel. Menus, daily programming and suggestions for excursions are all communicated via WhatsApp too. Three meals are included onboard as is a complimentary happy hour each day. Selected non-alcoholic drinks such a water, coffee and tea are available throughout the day, or you can purchase a drinks package onboard, and enjoy beer, wine, spirits and more.

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MY DOG & ME: KELLEIGH HOOKER AND PEANUT

Kelleigh and Peanut Kelleigh Hooker and Peanut the English Bulldog

In association with our good friends at DogHQ each month we meet Shore people whose four-legged family members add a great deal of joy to their lives. Our very own dog-lover Aidan Bennett loves the task of putting this monthly feature together.

He and wife Michelle have two dogs of their own. This month Aidan talks to Kelleigh Hooker of the Bays about her English Bulldog Peanut.

AIDAN BENNETT: How long has Peanut been part of your life?

KELLEIGH HOOKER: We adopted Peanut when she was three years old. She has been lighting up our lives now for just over two years.

AB: What made you decide to get an English bulldog?

KH: We have always loved English bulldogs – their temperament, personality and gorgeous face is what sealed the deal for us.

AB: Is she your first dog? If not, tell us about your other dogs.

KH: Peanut is our first dog and it has definitely been a learning curve!

Kelleigh Hooker and Peanut.

AB: Do you have any other pets?

KH: Previously we had cats but currently no other pets.

AB: What do you love about Peanut?

KH: Everything! She has a beautiful nature, really chilled personality, and just makes us laugh every day.

AB Does she have any bad habits?

KH: Is stubbornness considered a bad habit? Otherwise, she does this thing where she dances on her butt and sticks her tongue out every time she gets in the car. Drives us nuts!

AB: What are Peanut’s favourite things to do?

KH: The beach is her happy place. She just waddles along with her ball in her mouth, enjoying the outdoors. Also enjoys LOTS of naps and cuddles.

AB: How long has Peanut been going to DogHQ and does she love it?

KH: Peanut has been going for about two years now. She has made heaps of new doggo friends and can be as active or inactive (napping again) as she wants. The team there are really great and she's always very excited to see them.

AB: Does Peanut love the beach and swimming?

KH: Absolutely. Bulldogs are not made for water sports so we bought her a lifejacket and now when we go swimming she can join

us. If not swimming she enjoys running in and out of the waves to cool off in summer.

AB: Any words of wisdom for other dog owners or prospective dog owners?

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LUXURY TRAVEL WITH QUAY CRUISE

Cruise unexpected places in North America

Michelle Malcolm

When you think cruising, you’re most likely thinking ocean and European rivers. You might have cruised the seven seas already, or you are new to cruising and not sure how you will handle days at sea. How about looking outside the box and discovering parts of North America that are full of culture, wine and fun, through their rivers and lakes.

The small ship difference: Small ship cruising allows for a unique and intimate cruise unlike any other. A small ship means fewer people on board; no waiting in queues to embark or disembark, or at dinner time. The service is personalised and you’re able to navigate into tighter areas that are off-limits to larger vessels.

UNIQUE PLACES TO EXPLORE IN NORTH AMERICA 1. Wine, dine, kayak or hike the Columbia and Snake rivers on the west coast: From Portland, Oregon, embark on a journey that will take you through the unique scenery that runs along the Columbia River. Discover America's western frontier along these mighty rivers. Be surprised by the Palouse Canyon, delight in the local wineries, and take in the rolling hills while you cruise the river.

Keep your eyes open for bald eagles and osprey!

UnCruise Adventures offers all-inclusive adventure and wine/ culinary seven-night itineraries along the river. Hike, kayak, swim, and whitewater raft in this recreation mecca on the Rivers of Adventure. Or taste and tour your way down the rivers on Rivers of Wine & Culinary.

American Steamboat Company also offers a seven-night itinerary along the Columbia and Snake River if you prefer a steamboat experience.

Why not combine your cruise with a visit to Seattle and Vancouver and maybe an ocean cruise through Alaska?

Steamboat cruising on the Mississipi River.

2. Cruise the Mississippi the traditional way on a steamboat: Board one of the three American Steamboat Company boats and start a journey through time, getting a true taste of Southern USA.

Whether you prefer a more traditional décor on board American Queen or a more modern approach on board American Duchess and the upcoming American Countess being launched this year, you can expect the highest level of service and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Feel the rhythmic pulse of the paddlewheel and indulge in the mesmerising beat of jazz as you discover famous American landmarks including Memphis and Bourbon Street in New Orleans and backwoods roadhouses. Attend the theatre without stepping ashore. Stand on the bow as America reveals itself on this uniquely American river cruise.

3. Discover the Great Lakes region: One of the least known cruise destinations, the Great Lakes region, is among our favorite at Quay Cruise.

With Air New Zealand Niagara Falls. direct flights Auckland to Chicago, it’s an easy and convenient way to explore the American and Canadian landmarks bordering the Great Lakes – such a great alternative to a coach tour.

Embark Victory Cruise Lines in Chicago and disembark in Toronto on their 13-night itinerary or end your journey in Niagara Falls on their shorter sailings, or simply start and end your sailing in Chicago.

Victory Cruise Lines offers an all-inclusive cruising experience and many inclusions with just 200 guests on board. All onboard meals are masterfully crafted. Days are filled with enriching onboard lectures and immersive shore excursions with access to major cultural and international metropolitan areas. Evenings bring travellers together for cocktail hour and engaging entertainment.

After dinner, relax with drinks in our cozy, English-style tavern.

On board, historians bring the sights, smells and sounds alive: Chicago is the home of the deep pan pizza and jazz; Cleveland is the home of rock ’n’ roll; Detroit the home of motoring; and Mackinac Island is a peaceful throwback to the Victorian era. There is so much to explore in the region and you can do all that in under two weeks while unpacking just once!

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KITCHENS BY DESIGN

That magic ingredient

Great kitchens don’t just happen – they’re a combination of many factors, but the one essential ingredient is great design.

Richard Cripps, the owner of awardwinning kitchen design studio, Kitchens By Design, strongly believes in the need for good design in our lives, particularly in a complex, multifunctional space such as the kitchen, and that the essential component of any successful kitchen is design itself. Design, he says, should be seen as the most important ingredient in any successful kitchen.

“Good design need not be expensive,” says Richard. Indeed, in the long run it can offer considerable savings, he adds. “The cost of the basic materials and products – the appliances, cabinetry, plumbing, benchtops, lighting, etc ­– are exactly the same whether they go into a poorly designed kitchen or a well-designed one, so it makes perfect sense to ensure you engage a good designer from the outset.” And he has testimonials from satisfied customers whose custom-designed kitchens are still serving them well decades later.

Richard strongly believes that good design helps us change the way we think about things. “Great design is not just restricted to what’s on the surface and how it looks. It solves everyday problems,” he says. “At Kitchens By Design, we design drawers to make items easily accessible. We incorporate good lighting design to help you undertake tasks. We use design to shorten the distances to complete tasks. For design to be successful a designer cannot be just artistic in their approach; they must always have a focus on the customer or user of the product.”

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pragmatism, specifically tailored to each situation. “Our designers creatively bring great decorative surfaces, hardware and known planning principles together to create not only beautiful one-off kitchens, but deliver unique spaces that help bring friends and families together, fuel a passion for cooking, or just simply enhance entertaining and socialising.”

Kitchens By Design offers the expertise of six designers, four of whom are acknowledged with awards as among the best in New Zealand and Australia. “All our designers are all professionally qualified and regularly attend industry events to keep up to date with the latest in materials, appliances, style and ideas,” says Richard, with some pride. He is also keen to point out that while you may only deal with one designer as your kitchen design concepts are developed, they are not working in isolation. “We are a team, and there is often cross pollination of ideas around a project as the designer works to meet your brief,” he says. “Design is also about relationships. A good designer works on building a relationship to find out what motivates and excites each client. Are you a baker?

Do you buy in bulk or shop every day? Do the kids help prepare the meals?”

If you thinking about putting in a new kitchen, give Richard or one of his team a call, or pop into one of their two Aucklandbased showrooms at 3 Byron Ave, Takapuna (09) 488 7201 and 7 Melrose St, Newmarket (09) 379 3084. And for inspiration, take a look at their website at www.kitchensbydesign.co.nz

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MURRAYS BAY WHARF BIRDMAN SATURDAY MARCH 14TH

Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman bigger than ever!

Saturday 14th March, entertainment starts for all the family from 10am The team at Benefitz and Channel Mag love supporting our local events. The return of the Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman has excited us in recent years and we are looking forward to the 2020 event being held on Saturday 14th March. Members of our team will be flying!

It is great that Barfoot & Thompson have stepped up to become the major sponsor. Other sponsors supporting the event are TipTop, Hibiscus & Bays Local Board, North Shore Aero Club, Murrays Bay Sailing Club, Mairangi Bay Surf Lifesaving Club as well as Benefitz and Channel Magazine.

The Birdman event is a competition for human powered flying machines and involves human 'birdmen' attempting to 'fly' the furthest distance off the end of the wharf into the sea for prize money and glory.

The Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman was a regular fixture up until 1976 when it took a break of 40 years! The progressive folk who steer the Murrays Bay Residents Association relaunched it back in 2017 with the aim to have it every year, or every second year. 2020 will be the third year of the new Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman. Bigger and better than ever before.

The Birdman Rally is full of splashes, spills and thrills where birdmen dress to impress strut their wings to fly or fall, while embracing their home made gliders, with most of them travelling only a couple of metres before plunging into the sea. Many fliers will take part to help raise money for charities; others design complex machines to aim for the category prizes.

“It really is a lot of fun for all the family,” says Josie Adriaansen, one of the key organisers. “We will be having Sammy the Little Steam Train there on the day from 10am till 12noon, as well as face painters, a photobooth and real fun entertainment. There will also be

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lots of variety in our food stalls.”

Josie says the day will also include a children’s dress up parade, Kiwiana themed followed by the creative birdMen and birdWomen and they already have some interesting entries, such as – The Kiwi Birds flying the Kiwiana plane; The one and only big man Captain Blayz and his team the two Drongoz abouda take it out for the Tuis; The Big Book of Inspiration with the pages taking off into the land of dreams; A Flying Spine; Eagle themed bi-plane.

“We are thrilled that our local MP Erica Stanford and local Board member Alexis Poppelbaum (they’re sisters) have entered to raise funds for a new vehicle for the North Harbour Community Patrol. They have a Givealittle page set up and are raising money big time. I urge you to support them by giving and coming along to see them fly!”

The day starts from 10am with Northcross Intermediate Kapa Haka at 10.20am; the Long Bay College Big Band performing at 10.50am; Auckland Samba Group Unidos De Aotearoa on at 11.20am; a rescue demo by Mairangi Bay Surf Lifesaving at 11.40am; the Birdman Parade at 12noon; Birdman jumping is at 12.15pm; Taiko Drummers perform at 1.30pm followed by the Rangitoto College band ‘Stay for Breakfast’. Prizegiving and a performance by our local Ukele Union will complete this exciting day.

The road closes at 9am and will open again from 3.30pm.

“The weather is going to be fantastic so it should be a great day once again,” says Josie Andriaansen. “We want loads of birdmen and birdWomen to jump on the day so make sure you all enter.

Closing date for entries is 6th March, but I am sure we can sneak a late entry or two in after that.”

To enter visit: https://mbwbirdman.co.nz/

2020 In 2017 and 2018 we went back to 1976, relaunched the Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman event and thousands turned out to see their fellow men and women flying like birds off the wharf.

Due to the success of those events, Birdman is back again for 2020 – bigger than ever.

Join in the excitement on Saturday March 14th 2020, from 10.30am at Murrays Bay. It’s a festival of fun!

IT’S ON – SATURDAY MARCH 14TH! ABOUT BIRDMAN:

HOW TO ENTER:

The Birdman event is a competition for human powered flying machines and involves human ‘birdmen’ attempting to “fly” the furthest distance off the end of a wharf/pier into the sea, aiming to win the Birdman trophy.

• Entry forms to be completed & returned with payment by 6th of March 2020 • You can enter online via the website www.mbwbirdman.co.nz • Entry Fee is $20 • Entries limited so be quick – it will sell out!

Birdman events are full of fun, splashes, spills and thrills where Birdmen dressed to impress strut their wings to fly or fall, with most of them travelling only a couple of metres before plunging into the sea.

Many flyers will take part to help raise money for charities; others design complex machines to aim for the category prizes. Entrants are encouraged to perform a routine and have music.

THE BIRDMAN FESTIVAL, FROM 10:30AM:

PRIZES FOR:

There are opportunities for those wishing to have stalls at the festival event. Stall sites are just $95 per site for the day.

• Ultimate Flying Challenge - the longest distance • Fibres and Feathers - must use natural materials and fibres • Most Creative - build up or dance recommended • Best Team • Battle of the Schools - one student team per high school.

The Murrays Bay Wharf Birdman Trophy is to be handed to the Ultimate Flying Challenge for flying the longest distance.

This will be a fun-filled day of Birdman action, live music, food stalls, sausage sizzles, drinks etc.

Programme of events:- 10.30am Entertainment; 12.00pm Children’s & Birdman Parade followed by the Birdman Jump; 2.00pm Birdman Prizegiving followed by more food, fun and entertainment; event closes at 3.00pm.

For information & contact details visit: www.mbwbirdman.co.nz

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Your monthly update from Murray Hill, Manager of the Milford Business Association.

The new age of Milford today!

Progressive, multi-generational, community-spirited!

To those who braved the weather for Vive La France – thanks a million. You made the six months of planning all worthwhile!

A big thanks to those who played a part in helping us organise the event and then made it happen on the day, particularly the volunteers who helped make the street look like something out of Paris for a few hours.

Here are a couple of pictures capturing the day; the event is also featured in the Out & About pages of this fine magazine.

The crowds came along with many braving the midday rain.

Win The Ultimate French High Tea for 4!

The prize is for a French High Tea, for 4, at the Softel, Viaduct complete with French Champagne, a $300 House of Travel Milford Travel voucher and the use of one of the French cars from Peugeot/Citroën North Shore for one week!

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Lisa wins fantastic French High Tea prize Lisa Struthers, who made her purchase at Arazzo, was the lucky winner of the Vive La France Ultimate Tea for 4 promotion.

Lisa gets a French High Tea for four people at the Sofitel Viaduct Hotel, complete with French Champagne. Plus, she also gets a $300 House of Travel Milford voucher and the use of one of the French cars from Peugeot Citroen North Shore for one week.

Thanks to everyone who came out and shopped and made our Vive La France 2020 day such a special one – despite the rain bucketing down in the middle of the day just to set us an extra challenge.

Inaugural Vive La France Dog Show with Pet & Vet Milford An addition to Vive La France this year was the Dog Show, sponsored by our good friends at Pet & Vet in Shakespeare Road.

Despite the event being threatened by rain a good number of entries were received for the five categories – best small dog, best big dog, Dog Show prize winners on parade with Pet & Vet best scruffy dog, owner Nicole. best groomed dog and best French dog. The best French dog category was won

by Maisie, the French bulldog of Local Board Chair and Channel Magazine publisher Aidan Bennett.

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MILFORD NEWS

Luxury is a key ingredient of the new Omana North apartments.

There will be exceptional views from Omana North apartments.

Omana North Apartments under way

The architecturally designed modern building will wrap around the existing Milford Shopping Centre and offer exceptional views from the apartments.

NZRPG, owners of Milford Shopping Centre, are excited about the commencement of their apartment project on the north edge of the mall site. When completed, Omana North project will consist of 63 luxury apartments – with one, two and three bedroom options.

The architecturally designed modern building will wrap around the existing Milford Shopping Centre and offer exceptional views from the apartments.

Your shopping experience inside Milford Shopping Centre will be unaffected. The Shopping Centre will remain open to shoppers with its usual hours throughout construction and all pedestrian door entrances into the Centre will remain open.

Minor changes have occurred to the carpark to ensure safety is maintained throughout the construction period.

For more details about Omana North go to Milford Shopping Centre website: http://milfordcentre.co.nz/

Murray See you in Milford

Manager – Milford Business Association manager@milfordshops.co.nz | 021 950 463 www.milfordshops.co.nz facebook milfordshops Instagram milfordnz youtube MilfordshopsTV

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TRAVEL: WITH HELLOWORLD TRAVEL MILFORD

Hello dream cruise After a successful inaugural season circumnavigating New Zealand, Dream Explorer has announced her return in November 2020 for another summer with some fresh new itineraries.

Dream cruises are suitable for all ages of travellers and a great option for first time Mary Buckley cruisers, or those looking for a good value, close Owner/Director to home, cruise holiday. If you are looking for a Pacific holiday for your group of extended family and/or friends travelling together, then look no further.

Here is some feedback after experiencing this cruise over the New Year holiday with family and friends: The entertainment on board was fantastic! There was an illusionist who also doubled as a magician on another night. One night was a ballroom dance extravaganza which was great. They had a show one night which was a mix of dancing, acrobatics (ropes/hoops from ceiling) and strong men doing crazy stuff – the finale was a fabulous dance number. The shows were full of great music, laser lights and incredible backdrops. I was very impressed and so were our friends and family who travelled with us.

The atmosphere on the New Year’s cruise was fun. With so many Kiwis on board the whole place felt like a big summer BBQ. Everyone having a few drinks, dancing, having fun. It probably helped that there is one main lounge on board – Deck 12 forward and this is where everything happens. It makes for a great atmosphere as it is full of people having a good time. Not rowdy or anything – just comings and goings all day/night.

There is another lounge of sorts in front of reception down on Deck 7 and they do lots of trivia quizzes and game shows down here. They also had a duo singing and this made for a very popular spot in the middle of the ship. On one side was a café serving

Dream Explorer in Milford Sound.

coffee and cakes while beside that they had the excursions desk and box office for events.

On the other side was a thoroughfare to the rest of Deck 7 so it was a busy place.

There are plenty of restaurant Dream Explorer Caesar's Slide. options on board with three included in your package: an international buffet, Chinese restaurant and fine dining. So, something for everyone. There are additional options that you can pay extra for if you want further variety.

So, step aboard Dream Explorer to experience a delightful mix of eastern and western cultures while visiting a variety of ports around New Zealand.

Contact the team of cruise professionals at helloworld Travel Milford for a copy of the new itinerary options available for the 2020/21 Dream Explorer season. helloworld Travel Milford, corner Kitchener Road & Milford Road www.helloworld.co.nz/milford

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AUCKLAND SINFONIETTA

Baroque festival comes to Takapuna In March, North Shore music lovers can experience the collaboration of three international artists as they join the Auckland Sinfonietta in a concert of Baroque repertoire that is sure to delight the senses.

Baroque is derived from the Portuguese word ‘barroco’, meaning ‘misshapen pearl’. Here, it designates the style of music composed during a period that overlaps with that of Baroque art and when there was much musical experimentation and innovation.

Established in 2016, the Auckland Sinfonietta Trust is focused on presenting quality music and performing arts as a means of facilitating communication between various ethnic groups and to use these arts to promote relationships between eastern and western cultures in New Zealand and overseas.

Trust President Dr Trevor Thwaites says, “Auckland is a cosmopolitan city of such variety; the Trust is determined to make artistic and aesthetic culturally diverse musical experiences available to both performers and audiences in the Auckland region and beyond. In addition, the Trust works towards bringing talented musicians from overseas to perform with the Sinfonietta orchestra and choir in the hope of encouraging reciprocal visits by our musicians to other countries.”

The Auckland Sinfonietta is committed to presenting high quality musical performances on Auckland’s North Shore, promoting opportunities for local musicians to gain experience performing with internationally recognised artists, some of whom are drawn from the North Shore community. The Auckland Sinfonietta Charitable Trust encourages visits by artists from countries outside New Zealand to perform with the Auckland Sinfonietta, while also aiming to establish international links with countries that may wish to invite musicians living in New Zealand to perform with their ensembles. Through Photo Credit: Chirsty Lee Rogers www.christyleerogers.com AUCKLAND SINFONIETTA TRUST PRESENTS

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FESTIVAL 2020 BAROQUE TINDALL AUDITORIUM, ROSMINI COLLEGE (AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND) Informations: nzkmusic@gmail.com; www.aucksinfonietta.org ONLINE TICKETS: Eventfinda.co.nz PHONE SALES : 0800 BUY TIX (289 849)

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its concerts, the Trust seeks to bring together the wide range of cultures that make up North Shore communities and encourages educational experiences for young and old.

The Auckland Sinfonietta has brought three international artists for a concert in March and the orchestra, under the direction of Swiss conductor Stéphane Decor, will perform works by Handel, Charpentier, Marcello, Broschi, Porpora and Vivaldi. Guest performances by soprano Laura Ansaldi (Italy) and oboist Yehyun Kim (Korea) enhance this concert experience.

Stéphane Decor Conductor Maestro Stéphane Decor began his career conducting chamber and symphonic orchestras in Switzerland and England. Stéphane is an accomplished conductor, producer Conductor Stéphane Decor. and manager with a stellar career in classical and baroque performances for leading political figures and royal dignitaries in Europe.

Laura Ansaldi Soprano Laura is an Italian soprano and actress with an international career and her voice is characterised by a remarkable versatility that allows it to range over a vast repertoire.

She has starred in numerous operas, such Soprano Laura Ansaldi. as Tosca, La Traviata and Madam Butterfly, always in lead roles. Laura is also a voice teacher and chairman of the committee in several international competitions.

Yehyun Kim - Oboist Yehyun is a Koreanborn oboist and will perform the Oboe Concerto in D minor by Alessandro Marcello.

She has performed with numerous international orchestras including the Prague Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, the North Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Oboe Ye Hyun Kim. the Wienner Mozart Orchestra (Austria), the Bach Reichehller Orchestra (Germany). And the Vratsa State Philharmonic (Bulgaria), Buryat State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater Orchestra (Russia).

Auckland Sinfonietta is proud to present a festival of Baroque music on Saturday 21st March in a concert at the Tindall Auditorium, Rosmini College, commencing at 7pm.

ARTS NEWS: NORTHART

Jeff Thomson 2020 Water tank (detail) with "The Disconnnected Text" by Sen McGlinn.

Narjis Mirza 2019 ‘ Haykal Al Noor (Luminous Bodies)’ detail of an installation by Narjis Mirza.

Northart members' summer expo now on The annual Northart members’ summer exhibition is currently on show at the Northart gallery, and it is well worth visiting. The walls are filled with various bright and colourful, dour and monotone paintings, photographs, prints and displayed on plinths and the floor, large and small three dimensional sculptural installations, ceramics, glassworks and other objects. It is a fun and exciting show, with a number of artists participating for the first time ever – while others have participated in each of the past 20 or so such exhibitions. Spread across all five galleries, it closes on 10th March.

We pay homage to the Aotearoa New Zealand Muslim community and the horror and tragedy of the events in Christchurch on 15th March last year, with the exhibition ‘Ko rātou, ko tātou | On Otherness and Us-ness.

Women of Islam, from inside and alongside.’

Curated by Salama Moata McNamara and Sonja van Kerkhoff, it will open on Sunday 15th March at 3pm and include responses in various media on otherness and us-ness by artists from diverse backgrounds, which highlight the role of women, the feminine and gender, in Islam, including responses to Islamophobia.

A number of works will be aesthetic / poetic worlds of conversations between aspects of Islamic culture and contemporary New Zealand art. Others more spiritual/mystic.

Pakistani artist, Narjis Mirza, who is studying for a PhD at AUT will present a site specific light projection with a sound piece, while other works will relate more directly to the massacre

or to empathy and the theme of otherness.

Opening a day earlier in Galleries 4 and 5, another exhibition which highlights and celebrates Aotearoa | New Zealand’s diversity and inclusiveness, ‘Korean Water Colours by Diana Won and Friends’. Diana and her group of sixteen artists are called 그림터 – gurimteo meaning ‘the place where could draw’ and meet each month in West Auckland to practise traditional watercolour painting. This will be the first occasion on which they have exhibited on the Shore.

‘Ko rātou, ko tātou | On Otherness and Us-ness’ continues until 1st April, Diana Won’s exhibition a few days earlier (check our web site for details).

The Passion of Christ and the Christian faith is celebrated in Northart’s ‘XIV Stations of the Cross installation’ which opened on 1st March and which will continue until Easter Monday.

One again fourteen invited artists are creating an artwork around one of the Stations and they will be installed sequentially in the gallery windows, and viewable under lights in the evening as well as during the day.

For further information about gallery Time for Kids and other public events, go to www. northart.co.nz or contact the gallery Northart, Norman King Square, Northcote Shopping Centre 09 480 9633 022 102 2422 gallery@northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Auckland Council, Kaipatiki Local Board, the Birkenhead Licensing Trust and Lion Foundation.

Michelle Mayne 2020 Untitled 51 staked cards, gouache on cottonrag.

Narjis Mirza 2019 ‘ Haykal Al Noor (Luminous Bodies)’ detail of an installation by Narjis Mirza.

The walls are filled with various bright and colourful, dour and monotone paintings, photographs, prints…

Diana Won, ‘Vineyard after Rain’ Water colour on paper.

Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 gallery@northart.co.nz www.northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Kaipatiki Local Board, the Lion Foundation and Birkenhead Licensing Trust and is open 10am – 4pm daily, evening viewings by arrangement.

Admission is free.

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ARTS NEWS: LAKE HOUSE ARTS

Lake House Arts Book now for classes in Term 2 (Be quick classes sold out in Term 1) All adult and kids' Term Two art courses run from May 4, 2020 until July 3, 2020 Take a class at Lake House Arts Centre, one of the most accessible and popular art centres in Auckland. Booking for classes will be available online in March, by the time this issue of Channel Magazine is available. All adult students and parents MUST register on www. lakehousearts.org.nz before beginning the online booking process.

PLEASE NOTE: Almost all Term One 2020 classes were sold out.

Do not delay booking your class as you may miss out for the term.

Unless otherwise indicated – adult courses are nine weeks; kids' courses are eight weeks; the student must provide the materials;

TERM TWO ADULT ART COURSES

Paintbox! with Michelle Male (6 weeks) This is a general painting class for beginner or intermediate painters.

This course provides comprehensive tuition in the essentials of painting.

Wednesday, 7.00pm–9.00pm $200/$180 (Regular Price/ Member Price) Ceramics Short Course with Shane Gallagher (5 weeks) A great introduction class for our popular adult ceramic courses Monday, 7.00pm – 9.30pm $180/$160 All materials Included.

Introduction to Wheel Throwing with Shane Gallagher (5 weeks) Shane Gallagher is an award-winning artist working primarily in clay.

This introductory course to wheel throwing is for beginners and also open to students wanting to further their skills.

Thursday 7.00pm – 9.30pm. $230/$220 All materials included.

(Follows on in the term from Ceramics Short Course) Ceramic Sculpture with Susan Browne A class for the more experienced practitioner who wants to hone skills and develop further.

Tuesday, 10am–12:30pm. $295/$265 Ceramics for All Levels with Susan Browne A ceramic class for all levels of ability. Bring along your choice of clay and learn the basic techniques to bring a piece through to fruition.

Wednesday, 7.00pm–9.30pm. $295/$265

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Everybody Can Paint with Gerry Copas The class is designed for both the novice and experienced painter wanting a safe and encouraging studio space and those beginning their visual journey.

Tuesday, 9.30am–12.00pm. $225/$205 Introduction to Watercolours with Susannah MacDonald (4 weeks) Feel at home in this introductory short course. Enjoy exploring the subtleties and intriguing processes of painting in watercolour.

Thursday, 10.00am–11.30am. $140/$130 The Art of Drawing with Gerry Copas Unleash your creative potential, exploring the intuitive language of mark making including carefree and realistic drawing.

Wednesday, 9.30am–12.00pm. $225/$205 Enjoying Watercolours with Susannah MacDonald (4 weeks) You will extend your skills to explore aspects of landscape: skies, mountains, trees etc and focus on finer details for still life studies.

Saturday, 2.00pm–4.00pm. $150/$140 Life Drawing with Gerry Copas (6 weeks) Begin your exploration into drawing the human figure in a supporting and encouraging environment. A course developed for both beginners and advanced.

Thursday, 10.00am–12.00pm. $210/$200 Art of Pastels (Beginners) with Marie Sanders This class caters for students who are new to pastel, and also students with some experience with pastel.

Wednesday, 12.30pm - 3.30pm. $225/$205 Enjoying Pastels (Advanced) with Marie Sanders The tutor will give plenty of demonstrations, showing the qualities and vibrant colours that make pastels so unique.

Tuesday, 12.30pm–3.30pm. $225/$205 Panel Carving with Natanahira Pona (6 weeks) Why not try your hand at panel carving and learn a new skill to offer up a unique artwork! Learn about different types of wood and their qualities, Māori patterns, carving tools and how to carve a beautiful wooden panel by a Master Carver.

Panel Carving Sunday, 12.00pm–3.00pm. $220/$200

TERM TWO KIDS ART COURSES

Lantern Art with Natanahira Pona 10+ yrs Lantern Art is a super skill to have. Learn how to make structures and shapes so that you can combine them to create the ultimate lantern!

Tuesday, 4.00pm–5.30pm. $175/$165 Drawing, Cartooning and Animation with Dean Trembath 7-11yrs In this fun class, students explore cartooning, animation, sketching and drawing techniques using a variety of mediums to develop their artistic skills. $175/$165 Monday 4.30pm–6.00pm & Wednesday, 4.00pm–5.30pm Advanced Illustration Techniques for Teens with Dean Trembath 12-18 yrs Learn to breathe the illusion of life into your favourite cartoon creations. Give them the gestures and expressions that make you believe they have personality, can think and have feelings. $175/$165 Monday, 6.15pm–7.45pm & Wednesday, 5.45pm–7.15pm Mixed Media Drawing with Yeonjae Choi 7-11 yrs Spread your creative wings and develop a library of new skills in this mixed media class where we explore everything from drawing, painting to paper sculptures!

Thursday, 4.00pm–5.30pm. $175/$165

Create Zone with Trina Smith 6-12yrs Create Zone is the perfect class for children who love art. Explore a variety of skill-based projects and use different art materials to draw, paint, collage, sculpt and create!

Tuesday, 4.00pm–5.30pm. $175/$165 Brushing Up! with Susannah MacDonald 6-12 yrs Be the best artist in your class by learning new drawing and painting skills: pencil drawing, colour pencil and watercolour pencil, watercolour and acrylics.

Wednesday, 4.00pm–5.30pm. $175/$165 Clay Modelling with Susan Browne 5-12yrs You will work on several pieces through the term and learn the processes involved in taking them from raw clay through to completed glazed artworks.

Monday, 4.00pm–5.30pm $205/$195 Virtual Reality Club with Peter Larsen 10+ yrs Throughout the term, the club will focus on various virtual reality activities – primarily using Tilt Brush on our HTC Vive equipment.

We also use a variety of headsets for experiential aspects of VR. Saturday, 2.00pm–5.00pm. $195/$185 Lake House Arts Centre – First in Arts on the Shore 37 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna (1 minute from Esmonde Road offramp, 2 mins walk from Akoranga Bus Station) www.lakehousearts.org.nz

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY NEWS

Summer sums lure Auckland maths fans School holidays doing maths classes would not normally add up, right? But that is exactly what more than 150 Auckland primary school pupils signed up for over the recent summer break.

Massey University mathematics researchers Dr Jodie Hunter and Professor Bobbie Hunter, based at Massey University’s Institute of Education in Auckland, were surprised and delighted at the popularity of their mathematics programme – offered at a time of year when Dr. Jodie Hunter. school work is usually the last thing youngsters want to think about.

But then, this maths-mad mother and daughter duo have been transforming maths education for Māori and Pasifika students in low decile schools from Auckland to Christchurch for the past decade. Their holiday programme centred on combining their unique method of teaching from a Pasifika cultural framework with introducing kids to the latest robotics technology.

Professor Roberta Hunter says she and Dr Hunter are thrilled that over a hundred pupils from Pomaria Road School in West Auckland chose to swap skateboards, PlayStations and other holiday activities to attend morning workshops that focused on STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) activities. Another 45 pupils in Point Chevalier’s St Francis School attended parallel morning sessions. By day two, more kids had turned up, including older siblings of those who signed up initially and went home enthused about how fun it was.

The Hunters hope to offer the workshops to other schools in Auckland in upcoming school holidays in 2020.

Cracking fractions Professor Hunter, who completed applied research at Massey for her PhD on a culturally-tailored maths education model in 2008, says the programme comprised maths lessons on basic facts and fractions, as well as interactive activities that require maths thinking – including Lego, coding and robotics, with youngsters programming kid-friendly Bee-Bot robots to get through a maze.

Why fractions? “If kids understand fractions it can really accelerate their learning,” she says.

It is an area of maths many typically struggle with because, she says, fractions are “counter-intuitive and difficult to understand”.

Her approach is to teach fractions through everyday examples, like how to divide banana cakes and chocolate bars between uneven numbers of people.

The holiday programme Professor Bobbie Hunter getting was underpinned by deep into fractions at Pomaria Road School.

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the ‘Developing Mathematics Inquiry Communities’ model they have developed and implemented over the last 10 years. It centres on collective problem-solving and the application of Pasifika values to create a culturally relevant and meaningful learning environment. It has helped to significantly boost achievement – particularly among pupils in lower socioeconomic areas – and has been adapted by educators teaching culturally diverse groups around the world, Professor Bobbie Hunter. including Niue and the Cook Islands, Singapore, the United States and Britain.

…this maths-mad mother and daughter duo have been transforming maths education for Māori and Pasifika students in low decile schools from Auckland to Christchurch…

Mazes, chocolate bars and Bee-Bots Children attending the programme were helped by teaching mentors trained by the Hunters, and who have been working with teachers around New Zealand schools to implement the Developing Mathematics Inquiry Communities method, supported and funded by the Ministry of Education.

Kaiser, aged eight, attended the first day and said he enjoyed the Lego activities, building a train and learning about fractions.

His mum says he is good at maths and that the programme “was a fun way to extend his learning and for him to mix with other kids.

He can get bored really quickly, but he is really engaged now and didn’t want to leave.”

Professor Hunter says the holiday programme is being funded through an allocation of the Government’s 2019 Wellbeing Budget focused on Pacific wellbeing and by Massey University. She has received numerous awards and accolades over the years for her contribution to mathematics education, including the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (MERGA) Research award, along with Dr Jodie Hunter, Trevor Bills and Professor Glenda Anthony, all from the Institute of Education.

Dr Jodie Hunter was awarded a $800,000 Rutherford Discovery Fellowship in 2019. Her research project will document the mathematical experiences of diverse learners outside of school, including home and community settings, through student and parent use of photography and video recording.

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DEVONPORT NEWS

Devonport Community News for this month Maria Teape, Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust

By Shaulyn van Baaren Devonport Business Improvement District Manager

Shaulyn van Baaren

This month in Devonport...

Devonport village is great to call home, but also a vacationer's dream and an explorer's paradise! I’ve been visiting and falling in love with Devonport for 20 years and am so fortunate to now be able to call it home. On my own or with family and friends, here are some of my favourite things to do on summer days. So when you find yourself in Devonport for the day... here’s a little checklist: Enjoy boutique shopping along Victoria Road: Established in the 1860s, the commercial area on lower Victoria Road was prompted by a ferry service connecting Devonport with the city and the development of a wharf and hotel at the foot of the street.

By the 1880s Victoria Road had become the leading commercial centre of the North Shore and by the 1920s the western side of Victoria Road was lined with fine Victorian and Edwardian commercial buildings.

Today Victoria Road has one of the most intact collections of Victorian and Edwardian commercial buildings in Auckland.

Several have been listed by Heritage New Zealand and the Auckland Council. It is a spectacular sight and the minute you jump off the ferry you will see that they are now occupied by beautiful boutique shops and businesses that hold treasures for everyone.

Explore the gun emplacements, military tunnels and take in the views on North Heath/Maungauika: Grab a coffee, fish and chips or a picnic lunch from one our many cafés or restaurants and make your way along King Edward Parade to North Head/ Maungauika. Strategically located on a headland at the entrance to Auckland's harbour, North Head, or Maungauika, commands sweeping views over the Hauraki Gulf and its islands. It has a long history, first of Māori occupation, and then as a coastal fortification.

It is considered the most significant coastal defence site in New Zealand because of the size and variety of its defence installations, which span nearly 120 years and include elements from all periods of New Zealand's coastal defence history.

Learn and Play at the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum: Fun for the whole family, the National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy is the guardian of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s memories.

This beautifully presented, interactive and thought-provoking museum is nestled at the base of North Head/Maungauika and a perfect place to awaken and inspire your inner historian.

Explore Devonport by Segway: Looking for a fantastically fun guided tour of the area? Join Pauline and her crew on a unique and exciting segway tour ride. You’ll learn to safely ride these cool units then take in the views from the volcanic cones, the stunning gold sands of Cheltenham beach, and wind your way through the heritage streets of Devonport.

Pack your beach bag and get set to relax: Roll out a towel or blanket on Cheltenham, Narrow Neck or Torpedo Bay beaches and feel stress and worries melt away. Time is always well spent with a little escape from the hustle and pace of city life. On any given day, there’s a good chance you’ll find me at one of the three – because beach life is a good life!

Hope to see you here in Devonport – Shaulyn.

Visit: www.devonport.co.nz

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Maria Teape

Devonport is busting with March events

Sonic is a new outdoor music event happening in Devonport on Friday 6th March, 7pm-10pm, at the Band Rotunda, Windsor Reserve. This youth-led event is a collaboration between local high school students and the wider community, creating an all ages event with a unique voice. Featuring a lineup of young and emerging artists, Sonic showcases a range of Tāmaki Makarau’s finest new pop, soul and funk acts. The lineup includes LOU'ANA, Gretel and Holly Afoa.

On Friday 13th & Saturday 14th March, Takarunga Playcentre's annual pre-loved clothing sale fundraiser with good quality baby's, children's and adult clothes and a kids' market: a market for kids, run by kids!

There will be pre-loved toys, games, clothes and more, so take your children too! Eftpos will also be available. For updates, follow their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/takarunga/ Devonport Primary School's annual school fair takes place on Saturday 14th March, 12pm to 6pm, with the famous garage sale, stalls and games, clothes, toys, face painting, food tents, bands and and lots more! Please contact dpsfair@gmail.com for more details.

Devonport peninsula’s ecological restoration programme, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki, has a lot going on this month…

Kids Athletics continues this month; every Tuesday, 4pm-6pm at Vauxhall Sports Reserve/North Shore Rugby Club grounds.

Primary school aged kids can have a go at a variety of athletics activities in a non-competitive environment. Free registration takes place each session. Visit our website for more information: www.devonportpeninsulatrust.nz Also continuing this month are our Summer Fun Preschool Play mornings at parks. You will find us at Windsor Reserve, Devonport on Tuesdays, and Bayswater Park, Bayswater on Thursdays. Both sessions run from 9:30am to 11am and are a great way to get out and about with little ones, have fun and make new friends. Follow our Facebook page to keep up to date with our events.

Devonport peninsula’s ecological restoration programme, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki, has a lot going on this month, including: Weekly Weeding Group – every Friday, 9am-10am at Achilles Reserve; Jutland Rd Restoration – Saturday 14th March, 4:30pm-6pm at Jutland Rd Reserve; Growing Native Plants in Devonport – Tuesday 17th March, 9am-10am at Ngataringa Organic Gardens; Nature Photography – Sunday 21st March, 4pm-6pm at Jutland Rd Reserve, plus much more! For further information, visit Restoring Takarunga Hauraki’s Facebook page events or contact RTH Programme Coordinator Lance Cablk pestfreedevonport@gmail.com.

For more community news about what’s happening in Devonport each month, sign up to our monthly community e-newsletter at www.devonportpeninsulatrust.nz.

Ka kite anō au i a koutou, Maria

DEVONPORT NEWS

An artist’s impression of the completed playground at Windsor Reserve. It will be hugely popular being located by the water and in the heart of Devonport.

Exciting new playground for Devonport The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area is about to get another sensational playground, with the completion of the upgraded Windsor Reserve Playground – by the library on the waterfront at Devonport.

The planning of the new playground has been many years in the design and planning. This is part of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board's renewal programme, where assets are upgraded or redeveloped so as a community we are catering for the future.

As those who have taken an interest in the design and build of the comprehensive new playground will see, a strong central feature is the 7.9-metre play tower inspired by the historic Bean Rock lighthouse. It will be very popular with the kids, as is the equivalent tower feature at the busy Takapuna Beach Playground.

Surrounding the large tower at Windsor Reserve will be new play equipment and features with a coastal flavour, including an intertidal reef themed and oyster-shaped group spinner and fish-shaped rocker, ‘cats-eye’ balance springers, a crawl tunnel and rope climb, an air swing, a three bay swing and much, much more.

The new playground is significantly larger than the previous one and features equipment that will expand its appeal and suitability to

Construction of the new playground is expected to be finished in coming weeks following several unexpected problems that have caused the delay.

children of all ages, from pre-school up to 12 years of age.

When the design was released back in 2019 the then DevonportTakapuna Local Board Chairperson George Wood said the new playground would not only be bigger and better, but one of a kind.

“We have invested significantly into a unique design for a unique location,” explained George Wood.

At that time the removal of the old playground and construction of the new one was expected to take around three months, with completion late last year. However several unexpected issues have delayed the project and pushed back completion by three to four months.

“George and the previous local board did a great job in bringing this playground from concept to the reality stage,” says new Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chairperson Aidan Bennett. “I know both he and Jan (O’Connor) – who were on that previous board and were re-elected – are keen to see it completed as soon as possible so the kids can enjoy this wonderful new community asset.”

“We are all looking forward to having a big community event celebrating its overdue completion and the grand opening.”

A perspective drawing of the main feature at the new Windsor Reserve Playground, the 7.9-metre play tower inspired by the historic Bean Rock Lighthouse.

The new playground occupies a significant space and the kids will love it!

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING: 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.

Does heart disease run in your family?

John Appleton

As I see it - by John Appleton I have often heard people comment about how heart disease runs in their family. I wonder how many of them have heard of Lipoprotein(a)?

Lipoprotein(a) is a particle in our blood which carries cholesterol, fats and proteins. Compared with LDL and HDL, Lipoprotein(a) is a lesser known lipoprotein which is surprising given its role in cardiovascular health.

Having a high level of Lipoprotein(a), is a significant genetic risk factor for heart disease including coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, aortic stenosis, thrombosis, and stroke.

Unlike LDL or HDL levels which can be influenced by diet and exercise and even reduced by medications, the amount of Lipoprotein(a) that we can make in the body is determined by genes that are passed on from our parents when we are born. It doesn’t change significantly as we age except for women when levels increase as the natural estrogen level declines with menopause.

It’s interesting to note that diet and exercise have little impact on Lipoprotein(a) levels and currently there are no medications available in New Zealand, specifically aimed at reducing Lipoprotein(a) levels.

This could be why there is very little said about this potentially very harmful molecule.

Having a high level of Lipoprotein (a), is a significant genetic risk factor for heart disease…

Given what is known about Lipoprotein(a), it’s surprising that the population at large is not offered a simple blood test to determine an individual’s level. The normal level for Lipoprotein(a) is less than 300 mg/L but in New Zealand it’s estimated that 20% of our population will have a level greater than 500 mg/L. If your doctor is unable to offer a blood test for Lipoprotein(a) it is possible to pay for this at any Labtests clinic. I understand that the cost is approx $44.00 It’s really interesting that Lipoprotein(a) is found primarily in humans and animals that do not make their own vitamin C. Dr Mathias Rath, a German doctor and researcher, together with double Nobel Laureate Dr Linus Pauling, developed a hypothesis connecting two evolutionary events. The first was the emergence of the apo(a) gene around 40 million years ago. Dr Rath and Dr Pauling say that this coincided with the ancestor of man losing the ability to make vitamin C due to the mutation of one of four genes responsible for the endogenous (in the body) production of vitamin C. Humans, guinea pigs, fruit bats and primates are not able to make their own vitamin C. Dr Rath and Dr Pauling went on to further hypothesise that Lipoprotein(a) functions as a surrogate for vitamin C. They said that Lipoprotein(a) levels may be increased in some cases due to a vitamin C deficiency. They also noted that the Lipoprotein(a) and vitamin C possess some similar properties, such as in the acceleration of wound healing and other cell-repair mechanisms.

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Based on this, Drs Pauling and Rath suggested that humans intentionally synthesise Lipoprotein(a) when they are lacking adequate vitamin C. Dr Rath says that Lipoprotein(a) is a very ‘sticky molecule similar to LDL but with an additional adhesive protein (apoprotein(a)) surrounding it. This, he says, makes it one of the stickiest particles in our body. He notes that Hamburg University studies conducted on atherosclerotic lesions in human arteries showed that they are largely composed of Lipoprotein(a) rather than LDL molecules.

Is there anything one can do to lessen the potential impact of Lipoprotein(a)? According to Drs Rath and Pauling, because Lipoprotein(a) is believed to bind to artery walls via Lysine binding sites, supplementing with two simple amino acids, L-Lysine and L-Proline, may put what they describe as a ‘teflon’ coating on the Lipoprotein(a) molecule thus reducing its stickiness. If New Zealand researchers were able to verify this, it would be great news for all of us.

John Appleton john@johnappleton.co.nz 09 489 9362 www.johnappleton.co.nz

EDUCATION: ALBANY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Rapid roll growth for another year running at Albany Senior High School For the second year running Albany Senior High School is experiencing massive roll growth with student numbers increasing by more than 200 students in the last two years.

Principal Claire Amos said it was exciting to see the school becoming increasingly recognised as the school of choice for young people in the local area.

Albany Senior High School (ASHS) turns eleven this year and was one of the first innovative learning environments to be built in New Zealand. It is also one of the few dedicated senior high schools in the country. The school prides itself on offering a future-focused curriculum looking to deliver innovative excellence. While more than 50% of ASHS students come from Albany Junior High School, the remainder of the students come from across the wider North Shore region, many choosing the school because of it’s inclusive practices and focus on innovation.

As last year’s ERO Report stated “Students (at ASHS) experience a rich, broad and relevant curriculum that challenges their critical thinking and creativity. The school’s integrated approach to learning means that the curriculum is connected and coherent and promotes students’ depth of learning.”

You can check out the full ASHS ERO report here: https://bit.ly/2OquXg9 Due to the rapid roll growth, out of zone enrolments will be capped for 2021 and will close in September 2020. Make sure you join the Facebook page to be kept updated about out of zone enrolments opening for 2021.

ConnectED - Calling all North Shore business and community groups!

ConnectED aims to be a first of its kind, a school/business/community/innovation hub and network which will be based at Albany Senior High School.

The aim of the network is to: • establish a network and talent register that might mentor and support student Impact Projects • connect learning across the school with the community and wider world of business • host whanau-/community-facing educational events about future thinking and social business networking So as to establish ASHS as THE ed-innovation hub on the Shore!

ConnectED is already working with 21C Skills Lab, Voluntari.ly and Shore Junction. We also have a wide range of local business and community members signed up. We are currently looking for business and community groups (or individuals) who would be keen to partner with our students doing impact projects. We are looking for ConnectED partners who might be willing to mentor our students, engage their services or maybe even take on a student for an internship. If you would like to know more, please contact Louise Geck at lgeck@ashs.school.nz to find out more.

We are currently looking for business and community groups (or individuals) who would be keen to partner with our students doing impact projects.

Keep updated - join the ASHS Facebook Page!

If you are interested in more regular updates, make sure you join me for my weekly Facebook Live updates which air every Tuesday on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ashsnz Claire Amos (Principal, Albany Senior High School)

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EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Rosmini College 2020 Prefects Rosmini College Head Boy for 2020 is Year 13 student Ned Barry (17) of Milford. He is studying Earth and Space Science, Geography, Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. Ned enjoys rugby, hockey, cricket and kilikiti. As Head Boy, Ned hopes to “create an environment where all boys can enjoy their school experience”. The Deputy Head Boys are Peteli Setu (17) of Beach Haven and Sung Ju Kim (17) of Forrest Hill. Peteli is also Rosmini’s Pasifika Leader.

He is a New Zealand-born full Samoan. Peteli was the school’s Polyfest Leader in 2019 and is again this year. He is studying English, Calculus, Physics, Drama and Geography. Peteli wants “to serve our school to the best of my ability”.

Sung Ju was born in South Korea. He is studying English, Calculus, Chemistry, Biology and Physics. Sung Ju is a New Zealand swimming representative and the Captain of Rosmini’s swimming team. He is “grateful to have been chosen to represent the College” and he wishes to “get involved with the school” and “have fun with the boys”. All three students are also hoping to get University Entrance at the end of this year.

The Sports Captains are Reuben Hyatt-Brown (17) of Greenhithe and Taine Murray (17) of Albany. Reuben enjoys rugby, hockey, athletics, cricket and kilikiti. He is a North Harbour representative hockey player. Reuben is studying Calculus, Physics, Economics, English and History. He would like to “win the sports competitions I complete in” and gain NCEA Level 3 with an Excellence endorsement. Taine is a Tall Black and last year he won College Taine Murray and his parents.

Sport’s Young Sportsman of the

Sam Aschebrocke, Peteli Setu, Ned Barry, Mr Nixon Cooper, Sung Ju Kim and Reuben Hyatt-Brown.

Year. Taine is studying English, Statistics, Geography, Mäori and Academic Physical Education. He is a member of Rosmini’s Senior Premier basketball team. Taine wants students to realise that “we will not grow if we cheat, break the rules or go against what is right,” and he adds, “You either win with integrity or you do not win at all.”

The Catholic Character Leader is Sam Aschebrocke (17) of Milford. He is studying Earth and Space Science, Biology, Statistics, Economics and Accounting. Sam enjoys rugby and lacrosse. He is also one of Rosmini’s Young Vinnies. Sam wants “to get involved in the school”.

The following boys were presented with Prefects’ badges at a recent assembly: Matthew Al-Sammak, Connor Ashdown, Gabriel Bartolome, Sam Charleton-Maunder, Alexander Chen, Nathan Dsouza, Sam Gordon, Sam Kiryakos, Fergus Lee, Steven Li, Daniel Malik, Carlo Marinovich, Sean Murphy, Carlos Phillipps, Adam Rassam, Aaron Rodrigues, Josef Schnuriger, Rohit Suresh, Rory Taylor and Jayden Williamson.

Ihiraia Hogg, Mr Nixon Cooper and Anthony Pita.

2020 Māori Leaders

Rosmini College’s Māori Leaders are Anthony Pita (16) of Devonport and Ihiraia Hogg (16) of Birkenhead. Anthony is Ngātiwai and Ngāti Ranginui.

He is studying English, Geography, Statistics, Biology and Māori.

Anthony enjoys football, debating, kapa haka and creative writing. In 2017 he won a National Creative Writing Competition. He says “I’m really looking forward to building on the fantastic work of Rosmini’s past Māori leaders” and he wishes to “take the Māori Department to the next level especially in terms of Māori students achieving their goals.” Anthony would also like to publish his first book and be School Dux at the end of the year. Ihiraia is Ngāti Awa and Ngāpuhi. He is studying English, Physics, Statistics, Biology and Māori. Ihiraia enjoys waka ama and kapa haka. He wants to “help push the Māori influence at Rosmini” and “encourage the Māori students at Rosmini”.

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Thomas Csizmadia at Rosmini's 2019 Prizegiving with his parents.

Scholarship Star

Former Rosmini College Prefect, Thomas Csizmadia has received an incredible five Scholarships including an Outstanding Scholarship in Calculus.

He received his other four Scholarships in English, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. At Senior Prizegiving last year Thomas received the Philip Gales Biology Prize, the Jim Church Senior Physics Cup and the Yunus Mohammed Cup for Excellence in Calculus along with a Top Achiever Scholarship from Auckland University. Thomas is about to undertake a conjoint degree in Engineering and Science at Auckland University.

EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Excellence Assembly - celebrating our elite academics...

On Wednesday 13th February we held our Excellence Assembly in Te Poho Hall where we celebrated our successful students who achieved at the highest level in their NCEA or IB courses in 2019.

Almost 200 students came across the stage to receive either an academic badge (Year 12) or academic tie (Year 13). These students all achieved an Excellence Endorsement in NCEA Level 1 or 2 in 2019. This means they got at least 50 credits at excellence level. We also celebrated our International Baccalaureate students who achieved Excellence in their first year of the diploma.

In 2019 at Takapuna Grammar School 78% of students achieved either a Merit or Excellence Endorsement at Level 1, 69% at Level 2, and 59% at Level 3. This is a fantastic effort by our students and a real credit to our dedicated teachers. In addition to this the achievements of our 2019 Scholarship winners were also recognised.

Welcome to all our Year 9 cohort!

Peer Support 2020 is well under way! This programme not only helps to ensure the Year 9 students have a smooth start to Takapuna Grammar but also for Year 13 students to develop their leadership skills.

Our fresh new Peer Support programme is focused around the four dimensions of wellbeing (Hauora) – Physical, Mental

Emotional, Social and Spiritual wellbeing and the five Ways to Wellbeing – Connect, Give, Take Notice, Be Active and Keep Learning.

The students have been enjoying participating in fun games together while they explore and develop skills to help them to be well and feel better when they face challenges.

TGS basketball back on court Takapuna Grammar School is proud to announce we have opened three new outdoor basketball courts on the school grounds. After upgrades to the main block ended, the space was returned by the construction company allowing the facility upgrade to go ahead.

The decision was made to convert these spaces into basketball courts due to both the growing popularity of the sport in the region as well as the need to provide more outdoor play spaces for our students.

In addition to being able to be used during the day, the courts have already seen use by over 70 basketball academy students to date.

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Kristin Students achieve outstanding academic results As previously noted in February’s Channel magazine, our 2019 NCEA and International Baccalaureate (IB) results are evidence of the strength of both programmes of study at Kristin.

International Baccalaureate - In the Top 2% Worldwide In the IB Diploma, Xiao Xiao achieved 44 points, and Chris Brand and Aleisha Chalmers 43 points out of a maximum possible 45, placing them among the top 2% of IB Diploma candidates worldwide.

In response to his result Xiao said: "I was quite surprised to see that I received 44/45 in IB. I managed to do a thorough revision of each subject before the final exams and I gained quite a lot of confidence. I reached my best potential and of course I think there's some luck involved. This satisfying result could not have been achieved without the amazing teachers and lessons at Kristin and the community as a whole. I'm deeply grateful for that. I will be studying biomedicine at the University of Melbourne."

Hugh Parsons receiving award from Nicola Willis, MP.

New Zealand IB Top Scholars Nineteen percent of the Kristin IB Diploma cohort achieved a score of 40 or more points in their IB Diploma in 2019. Jonty Grant, Aaron Li, Christina Min, Yuzuki Muso, Hugh Parsons, Sonia Shao, Alice Wang, Haoshu Wang, Maohan Wang and Casper Wong were recognised along with Xiao, Aleisha and Chris as New Zealand IB Top Scholars at a ceremony at Parliament House, Wellington, last month.

With over 30 years of experience in teaching the IB Diploma programme, Kristin once again had the largest number of candidates of any New Zealand school in the November examinations session.

Kristin’s average Diploma score was 35 points, compared to the world average of

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28.5, and, over the past 10 years, Kristin boasts an average pass rate of 98% compared to the world average pass rate around 78%.

NCEA Across all three NCEA levels, more than 79% of Kristin’s students achieved Merit or Excellence endorsed certificates, compared to approximately 60% from similar schools (decile 8 – 10).

Top NCEA Level 3 Students Our top NCEA Level 3 student for 2019 was Jenna Sparg, followed closely by Daniel Yee. Both achieved nearly all their standards at Excellence level, and Jenna also received a Scholarship in Statistics.

Jenna is currently studying Engineering at the University of Canterbury.

19 Subject Scholarships Kristin is proud that our students also achieved 19 subject Scholarships in 2019, placing each recipient in the top 3% of each applicable subject’s students nationally. Two students were also awarded ‘Outstanding Scholarships’ – Jaqlin van Schalkwyk in chemistry and statistics, and Vanessa Xiong (Year 12IB last year) in calculus.

Kunli Zhang (Year 12IB 2019 and Deputy Head Boy this year) also gained three scholarships in calculus, economics and statistics. When Kunli received his results, he said he felt “quite surprised and happy.” Kunli now looks forward to another strong year at school and performing well in his IB exams. He is also currently studying a University of Auckland mathematics course and after this year, plans to study computer science or engineering abroad.

Sally Kim and Ethan Miller-Goulter (Year 11 2019) gained Scholarships in calculus.

Congratulations again everyone!

Xiao Xiao.

Chris Brand.

Aleisha Chalmers.

Jenna Sparg.

Daniel Yee.

Jaqlin van Schalkwyk.

Vanessa Xiong.

Kunli Zhang.

Sally Kim.

Ethan Miller-Goulter.

This satisfying result could not have been achieved without the amazing teachers and lessons at Kristin and the community as a whole. I'm deeply grateful for that. I will be studying biomedicine at the University of Melbourne.

– Xiao Xiao, Kristin Graduate 2019

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Suzie Bates, NZ World Cup cricket player with Izzy Gaze.

Fraser Turner, Pippa Plummer, Cece Jenkins and Jack Turner.

Harrison Messenger.

Recent Sport Successes Over the summer months, a number of our students competed in sport on the regional, national and world stage.

In snowsports, Harrison Messenger (Year 12) represented New Zealand at the World Youth Olympics in Switzerland. This was an awesome opportunity for Harrison who began skiing in Year 4 at Kristin, through the Snowplanet programme we operate for all students interested in snowsports. Mikayla Smyth (Year 11) also represented New Zealand in alpine skiing across Europe. Mikayla is the number one ranked U16 ski racer in New Zealand. As a member of the New Zealand Youth team, Michol Hinton (Year 11) competed at four international youth races over January and February; she is also a member of the New Zealand squad that will compete in Canada at the Whistler Cup in April.

Another student to have excelled in her sport over the summer break is Izzy Gaze (Year 12). Izzy captained the Auckland U19 team at the National Championships and was also selected to play for the Auckland Hearts, the Senior Women’s team in the New Zealand wide competition.

Our beach volleyball pair, Fraser and Jack Turner (both Year 10), competed in the New Zealand Secondary Schools Championships on 31 January in Mt Maunganui. In the Year 10 group, they progressed through to the semi-finals and eventually placed fourth overall out of 32 teams. Both boys have been selected into the New

Zealand development system for beach volleyball.

Late last year our Junior Mixed Relay Team placed second in the NZ Secondary Schools Athletic championships in the 4x400m relay. A fantastic result for Cece Jenkins (Year 11), Pippa Plummer (Year 11), Fraser and Jack Turner (both Year 10). Pippa has continued her form representing Auckland and competing in the Auckland Club Championships with distinction.

In fencing, Azaria Eddy (Year 11) has been selected into the New Zealand team at Cadet and U20 level to compete at the World Championships in Salt Lake City in April.

In January our colts cricket team travelled to Napier for the Hawkes Bay Festival of Cricket. They won two of their five games and had a great time in the beautiful cricket grounds of the Hawkes Bay. The water polo squads have also been in action preparing for the upcoming secondary school’s events. Training camps and preseason tournaments along with gym sessions have ensured our teams are well prepared for the start of the season.

Huge thanks to the parent managers and those that have supported our teams already this year.

We look forward to another exciting Sports programme for 2020.

Rob Taylor, Director of Sport

Year 9 Info Evening

A unique, nurturing environment that sets us apart & keeps them together.

Monday 16 March 7-8pm

Do you have a child going into Year 9 in 2021?

Don’t miss our upcoming information evening! Come and hear about our unique Middle School environment... it’s learning evolved.

To register visit kristin.school.nz or call our Admissions Manager on 09 415 9566 ext 2324.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Record number of Scholarships earned Scholarship examinations are the highest level exams that senior students can take in New Zealand schools. Our 2019 total of 182 Scholarship awards was the secondhighest total from all schools this year and surpassed our previous best of 167. This amounted to 5.3% of all scholarships earned in New Zealand.

Our students also produced the highest number of Outstanding Scholarships, with a total of 29 awards received. Nine of our boys were placed in the top 70 students in New Zealand and all qualified as Outstanding Scholars. A special mention to Manaal Mehamood who passed three scholarship papers while still in year 11 and has earned over five scholarships as a year 12 student. This excellent achievement by our students and teachers is to be commended.

Manaal Mehamood.

Angus Nicoll and David Ferguson.

2019 Dux, Tej Joshi.

Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning team.

Westlake Boys Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Thursday, February 19th hosted our official opening of our ‘Westlake Boys Centre of Excellence in Teaching and Learning’. The vision of the centre is to enhance student outcomes by providing innovative and outstanding opportunities for excellence in teaching and learning.

Our Annual Giving Campaign held last year funded the centre’s ambitions to deliver evidence-based programmes and opportunities for excellence and equity in boys’ education while supporting the development of our teaching staff.

First-year teacher, Angus Nicoll, cut the ribbon, declaring the centre

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open for use. Angus is a third-generation Westlaker who was a recipient of our teacher’s scholarship awarded to graduating students who are pursuing a career in teaching. Angus has now returned to Westlake to the social sciences department and will directly benefit from the new centre along with fellow teaching graduates.

Our school aims to offer a supportive and caring environment that connects and engages in positive, holistic, and motivated collaborative learning amongst our staff. Our teachers look forward to working in an environment, encouraging and supporting their growth and our students.

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Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.

Inside the mind of Dr Jess. Shatkin Our staff, students, and Westlake community were fortunate enough to have the experience and expertise of Dr Jess Shatkin at our school this month. Dr Shatkin has over two decades worth of research experience and clinical practice from his time as the leader of the New York University Child and Adolescent Study Centre.

His talk on “Why teens take risks and how we can keep them safe” was both informative and insightful as he provided strategies around how to better understand and support teenagers, sharing information into the ‘hidden’ worlds they inhabit.

The topics covered were extremely enlightening and articulated Dr Jess Shatkin. messages around what you need to know about the adolescent brain; why adolescence is crucial to evolution; the truth about peer pressure and what parents, schools, and society can do about risk-taking. The day carried on in a particularly busy fashion as Dr Shatkin presented to 75 staff from schools across Auckland; before concluding the evening with a parent education discussion which 350 people from our community attended.

House Captains.

Dr Shatkin’s overriding message was that advice parents and educators hear about adolescents is outdated and unscientific – and simply doesn’t work. Dr Shatkin’s discussion around why teens take risks and what drives their decision-making; and the subsequent guidance around what parents, teachers, and society can do differently to keep our kids safe will long stay in our memory.

Head Boy and Deputies.

Six Senior Prefects.

2020 Senior Prefect Announcement Our Prefects Assembly introduced 53 new senior prefects to our school and community this past Friday. Our senior prefect team are beyond excited to represent their cohort while continuing the traditions and high standards of those who have come before them.

We are delighted to work alongside such a charismatic and collaborative bunch of students and look forward to watching them lead our school with excellence pride.

A special mention to our six Senior Prefects: Head Boy: Bowen de Gouw Deputy Head Boy: Grant Zent Deputy Head Boy: Taufui Lolohea Academic Captain: Brian Kim Sports Captain: Blake McGlashan Cultural Captain: Bian Bruce

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EDUCATION: RANGITOTO COLLEGE

Rangitoto students gained a record 191 Scholarships in the 2019 exams.

Rangitoto College tops prestigious nationwide Scholarship Exams Rangitoto College is, once again, top of New Zealand when it comes to the NZQA Scholarship Exam results. These exams are demanding assessments, designed to challenge the most able of students. With 106 students in 2019 across Years 12 and 13 gaining 191 scholarships, three Premier Scholarship Award winners, three Outstanding Scholars and one Top in the Country Subject Award, the 2019 cohort of students have continued to build on the success of the last two years. 191 Scholarships is an increase from the 174 that were gained in 2018 and the 173 in 2017 and the magical 200 is well within our sights.

A minimum of four Scholarships at “Outstanding” level, or a minimum of three Scholarships at “Outstanding” level, with two or more additional Scholarships is the baseline criteria for a Premier Award and only 12 are handed out across the country. Our three Premier award winners were our 2019 Dux, Tessa Herkt, alongside Raymond Zhang and Noah Ferguson-Dudding. These three students have worked extremely hard and thoroughly deserve the $30,000 they will each receive across the three years of their tertiary study. The College congratulates them on their phenomenal academic success and we look forward to seeing them receive their awards in Wellington later this year.

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students who gain a minimum of three Scholarships with two or three at "Outstanding" level, or at least five Scholarships with one at "Outstanding" level. Rangitoto’s Outstanding Scholar Award recipients, David Choi, Amy Crawford and Friederike Voit will receive $15,000 across the three years of their study. Friederike, who was in Year 12 last year when she sat the exams, also gained the prestigious award of Top in the County for Scholarship Art History, receiving $6000 for the next three years of study, which is an outstanding accomplishment by a student sitting the exams a year early. Friederike will join the Premier Award winners in Wellington later this year to receive her award.

We thank all of the staff who have put in the time and energy to teach, mark and encourage our students within the Scholarship programmes we run.

Rangitoto’s talented staff work very hard and often put in many hours outside timetabled classes to run extra sessions to support the teaching and preparation of students for Scholarship Exams.

There were some notable highlights across the College, with Rangitoto College Art History students gaining seven out of the 26

Rangitoto's talented Scholarship teachers were instrumental to the students' success.

Scholarships awarded nationally and students who sat the Chinese Scholarship exam received nine of the 27 awarded across New Zealand. There were a number of other excellent results for subjects such as biology, where students gained 27 passes, which was close to a 100% increase on 2018 results, as well as photography with six Scholarship passes. We thank all the staff who have put in the time and energy to teach, mark and encourage our students within the Scholarship programmes we run.

Many students gained multiple Scholarships, and in addition to those mentioned, we would like to honour Ji Hoon Lee and Michaela Ryan-Lentini who each gained five Scholarships, with Sophie Chan, Amy Crawford, Zijin Ping, Joyce Yang and Nickolas

Friederike Voit placed top in the country for Art History.

Petranovic gaining four each. 2019 saw more Year 12 students taking part in the Scholarships Exams than ever before. Buoyed by the strong culture of excellence that has developed at the College, Scholarship Exam passes were gained by 30 Year 12 students with a total of 39 Scholarships gained. There were also some outstanding individual results, with Noah Ferguson-Dudding gaining 23/24 for English and 22/24 for physical education; Friederike Voit gaining 23/24 for art history; Connor Rice gaining 22/24 for painting and Raymond Zhang gaining 29/32 for chemistry.

Well done to all of our fantastic students who took part in Scholarship in 2019 and a special congratulations to all who gained a successful result.

Top achieving Scholarship students Friederike Voit, Sophie Chan, Raymond Zhang, Noah Ferguson-Dudding, David Choi, and Joyce Yang.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE GIRLS

Grace Chen with Principal Jane Stanley.

Maia Edmonds performs the Karanga at the full school assembly.

Quennie Chen with Principal Jane Stanley.

Student achievement celebrated by the whole school Our first full-school assembly was held in mid-February, celebrating our 2019 academic success, and welcoming our 2020 Prefects.

“Our provisional 2019 NCEA results are excellent,” says Principal Jane Stanley. “In Year 11, 89.6% of our students gained NCEA Level 1, 94.6% gained Level 2, and 91.7% gained Level 3. A total of 81.0% achieved University Entrance. Once again we are very pleased with these results.”

A total of 128 students (25.5%) achieved Level 1 Academic Excellence Endorsements and 95 students (21.7%) achieved Level 2 Academic Excellence Endorsements.

The Anna Buchly Cup for Academic Excellence in Level 1 went to Grace Chen, the 2020 Student Trustee on our

Board of Trustees. Grace achieved Level 1 with Excellence Endorsement. She gained Excellence course endorsements for Science, Spanish, Mathematics, Digital Technology and English, and Merit course endorsement for history.

The Cup for Academic Excellence in Level 2 went to Quennie Chen, our 2020 Onewa House Academic Prefect.

Quennie achieved Level 2 with Excellence Endorsement for all six of her subjects – Biology, English, Chemistry, Calculus, Physics and Music. This follows her Level 1 NCEA Excellence Endorsement from 2018. A total of 52 students also achieved Scholarship, including four Outstanding. Emma Ormsby was named New Zealand’s Top Scholar for Sculpture. See her article below.

Former Prefect tops New Zealand in Scholarship Emma Ormsby, Service Prefect for Akoranga House in 2019, has been named New Zealand’s Top Scholar in Sculpture with the maximum possible marks awarded. This is a significant achievement and Emma will travel to Parliament in May to be presented with her award by Jacinda Ardern and Education Minister Chris Hipkins.

Emma’s sculptures are beautifully crafted but also deeply meaningful, as her family and culture are intertwined in her designs. One of her pieces, inspired by her grandfather, was selected for exhibition in the Ringa Toi Exhibition last year. At our Senior Prize-Giving, Emma won the Citizenship Award for Outstanding Service, Academic and Leadership.

As well as studying a conjoint Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Arts in Māori Studies at the University of Auckland this year, Emma has also come back

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as an Art Technician at Westlake Girls.

Not only that, but after being a Service Prefect and raising money for her House charity “Reclaim Another Woman” last year, she has been accepted as a Youth Ambassador for that charity in 2020 and will be supporting young women in prison by visiting them, encouraging them, and teaching them art.

Students from Westlake Girls High School achieved 52 Scholarships, four of which were Outstanding, and awarded to Orla Thompson (Technology), Sophie Logan (Biology) and Irene Wu (English).

Other high achievers from Westlake were Emma McGuigan (our 2019 Dux) who received four scholarships in Biology, Chemistry, Statistics and History; Priya Patel who received three scholarships in Biology, Economics and Technology; and Xiaole Zhan who also received three scholarships in English, Biology and Music.

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Emma Ormsby with her Year 12 sculpture.

The full Westlake Girls High School squad.

Westlake Girls Rowers.

Rowing squad named girls points champion at Head of Harbour regatta Westlake Girls High School rowing squad of 60 competed with 30 other schools across 108 races at the Auckland Rowing Championships (Head of Harbour) on Saturday 15 February.

While battling tricky water conditions the squad performed extremely well, ultimately being named girls school points champion and finishing second overall. Collecting three Gold, five Silver, seven Bronze and a further five first place finishes in Divisions Two and Three, Westlake Girls was the only school to

medal in all five age group eights and the under 15 octuple! This is the first time in the school’s history we have managed to achieve this!

Racing highlights included Gold in the Girls U-16 and 17 eights, and a closely fought second place in the Premium Girls Event – the Girls U-18 eights.

The squad now turns its attention to the North Island Secondary School Championships being held at Lake Karapiro in March.

It’s all going swimmingly!

Our annual Swimming Sports Day was held on 14th February, with 240 students participating. Wairau House was victorious with 232 points, continuing their dominance in the pool.

A mix of competitive and non-competitive events were held, catering to a wide range of swimming ability. The event also included our annual mass in-pool Zumba session.

Congratulations to our overall swimming champs: Junior Champion – Millie Middleton (Year 9) Intermediate Champion – Zoe Crawford (Year 10) and Mea van Rooyen (Year 11) Senior Champion – Chloé Seaman (Year 12)

Swimming Sport.

Clubs expo brings like minds together An important part of the high school experience is finding friends who have similar interests, and contributing to a cause or activity that you enjoy. The perfect way to do that is to join a club.

Westlake Girls held its annual Clubs Expo recently, showcasing some of the 30+ clubs the school has on offer.

From languages, philosophy, chess and reading, to sports, cultural, spiritual and social justice – there really is something for everyone. The aim of the expo is to highlight the choices available and to encourage students to stretch themselves and try something new.

Many of the clubs are student-led, providing leadership and learning opportunities, all while having fun and making friends.

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EDUCATION: CARMEL COLLEGE

Carmel Scholorship Recipents 2019 Carmel gained a total of 22 Scholarships, five of them Outstanding (top 5% in New Zealand). Congratulations to 15 students who gained Scholarships in a range of subjects in 2019.

Top Scholar in New Zealand in Chemistry Josephine Situ, 2019 Dux, gained four Scholarships, two of them Outstanding and she was the Top Scholar in New Zealand in Chemistry.

Mia Boothroyd, 2019 Proxime Accessit, gained three Scholarships, two of them Outstanding.

Elyse Ridling gained an Outstanding Scholarship in Technology.

CARMEL COLLEGE Our Vision

Empowering young women through a Catholic education in the Mercy tradition to pursue personal excellence and to be prepared to challenge and shape the future.

“We must strive to do ordinary things extraordinarily well.�

Catherine McAuley

Enrolments for 2021 are welcomed All information regarding enrolments including the online application can be located on the college website - www.carmel.school.nz Enquiries to Deborah Goudie or call (09) 486 1132 ext 704 Address: 108 Shakespeare Road, Milford, Auckland

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Carmel College’s

Recipe for Success INGREDIENTS 1 cup of Mercy Values 1 cup of Catholic Teaching and Tradition 400g of Inspiring Teachers 100ml of Fantastic Facilities 200g of Hard Work 3 Tbsp of Empowerment A large sprinkling of Community Support METHOD Combine all ingredients with opportunities, stirring slowly. Blend with a good attitude, emotional support and plenty of co-curricular activities.

RESULT Empowering young women through a Catholic education in the Mercy tradition to pursue personal excellence and to be prepared to challenge and shape the future.

NCEA Results 2019

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Level 1 Achievement

97.30

Level 1 endorsement with Excellence

59.40

Level 1 endorsement with Merit

32.20

Level 2 Achievement

98.50

Level 2 endorsement with Excellence

56.30

Level 2 endorsement with Merit

26.60

Level 3 Achievement

88.60

Level 3 endorsement with Excellence

41.90

Level 3 endorsement with Merit

40.20

Scholarships (including 5 Outstanding Scholarships)

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Plus Top Scholar in NZ for Chemistry

108 Shakespeare Road, Milford, Auckland Tel: +64 09 486 1132 I Fax: +64 09 486 2286 admin@carmel.school.nz I www.carmel.school.nz

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BARFOOT & THOMPSON: GERALDINE ZAREIAN

Market pulse on the Shore Expats heading for Oasis Overseas experience is something that has been popular for generations of Kiwis. Many remain outside New Zealand in lucrative positions and have built their successes overseas. That is about to change for those affected by Brexit, Australian climate change disruptions, Middle Eastern unrest and Hong Kong politics. Those are just a few challenges that could encourage expats to return.

Expats and eligible buyers from overseas could become competitors in the forthcoming year…

Property website searches have increased from potential international buyers from the United Kingdom, Australia and Singapore. The latter two nations are able to buy residential land here already.

Expats and eligible buyers from overseas could become competitors in the forthcoming year. This will add more fuel to the predicted interest in properties within range of the America’s Cup field.

The only foreseeable road bump is the general election in September. Historically, the property market will quieten in the run-up.

Act Now and Act Decisively!

By Geraldine Zareian

GETTING READY TO SELL?

Enhance the Best Features • What are the reasons that you bought the home that you’re wanting to sell?

• What are the current Don't be afraid to give up the good for great! trends on buyers’ wish lists?

Those are the items that you should focus on and make efforts to enhance prior to marketing. You will feel so proud when the photos and advertising script promote them.

Targeting the right type of buyer will also require a good strategy and an appropriate selection of advertising tools and media. This can make a huge difference in price when stirring up the right emotions in prospective buyers. I have sold coastal properties with remarkable results using this train of thought.

I offer a wider and more diverse service than anyone else on the Shore. I can put you in touch with local trusted professionals such as an experienced lawyer; financial adviser; interior home stylist; handyman; builder; electrician; gardening services; exterior house cleaning; property management and much more!

Check us out @ thinkbigkiwi.com Geraldine Zareian, Residential Sales Barfoot & Thompson, 021 184 0312, g.zareian@barfoot.co.nz www.tosell.nz

Thank You Helen and Adrian for the Kind Words “Geraldine has been amazing from the moment we engaged her. She has consistently kept us informed, up to date and met with me weekly to encourage me. We have been delighted with the service she has given us.”

- Helen & Adrian Hughes

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SUNNYNOOK COMMUNITY CENTRE: NEWS

COUNCIL TALK

With Councillor Richard Hills, North Shore representative on Auckland Council.

The year ahead

Richard Hills

Our 2020-2021 annual budget is now out for consultation. This is the document that sets our spending for the next 12 months.

I encourage you all to submit. It includes things like: • A significant focus on climate change mitigation • Changes to rates and fees charges • Improving fee transparency for building and resource consents • Increase to our waste management charge due to changes in international recycling markets • Changes to the way we charge for swimming pool inspections • Local Board priorities, including park and track upgrades.

I thank the Mayor for working with us and leading the way on climate change in his annual budget proposal. We have heard loud and clear that our community wants us to act and to act faster, and the following initial actions will be consulted on: • Up to $6.3 million for decarbonising the council’s fleet over the next five years funded from existing budget.

• $9 million for phasing out gas boilers in council aquatic centres over the next five years, with $1.5 million in 2020/2021.

• $2.7 million for planting a million and a half trees over the next three years.

• $900,000 for foundation work for climate change interventions.

• $4 million to make it more affordable for those 18 years and under travelling on public transport during the week.

Moving to sustainable energy at council facilities like pools will have a significant effect on our emissions…

We will aggressively reduce our car fleet by 230 and replace 358 diesel or petrol vehicles with electric vehicles. This will significantly reduce council's emissions and reduce our fleet running costs. It will also encourage more charging infrastructure across the city and put more electric vehicles into the city.

Moving to sustainable energy at council facilities like pools will have a significant effect on our emissions and will reduce operating costs over time as well.

The proposals, combined with an investment in coastal asset management made in last year’s 10-year budget will help us adapt to the effects of climate change. We must play our part in climate mitigation while improving Auckland’s air and water quality at the same time.

Submit here before 22nd March: www.akhaveyoursay.co.nz Another small update: Auckland’s first walking and cycling connection across the Waitematā Harbour will start construction early next year. Te Ara Pae Moana (the path to the horizon) – formerly known as Skypath and Seapath – will transform Tāmaki Makaurau and the Shore. This path will be continuous from Westhaven to Akoranga with a ramp connection at Northcote Point and other connection points.

I have supported this project for many years, when it seemed impossible to build and unthinkable to fund, so it’s momentous to see this critical link prioritised.

Feel free to continue to contact me about local issues on Richard.hills@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Sunnynook Community Centre busier than ever We have a wide range of activities happening in the Centre and have a Term newsletter on our website www.sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz.

Kennedy Park Observation Post Moore Fine Arts – Art classes are run on Mondays and Fridays throughout the school term. There Bronwyn Bound. are also one-off workshops held on the weekends throughout the year. Learn to draw with step by step instructions in a fun and informal environment with Richard and Diana Moore www.artschoolnz.com North Shore Cake Decorating Club – Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month, 12.30pm to 3.30pm. New members are welcome. Contact: Gail Guyatt on 027 737 3188.

Don’t forget to book your child’s birthday party at the Kennedy Park Observation Post in Castor Bay. This is an extremely popular venue. Limit of 35 people, no alcohol on-site.

Sunnynook Community Constable We are fortunate to have a Community Constable in an office at the Community Centre. Constable Penny Rusbatch runs a Crimewatch meeting in her office on the first Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Why not come down and say Hi. Contact Penny on 021 191 4384 or email Penelope.Rusbatch@police.govt.nz Lyford Reserve Restoration Project (Sunnynook Community Association) Working bees are held on the third Saturday of the month i.e. 21st March, 18th April etc. We would love to have your help. Wear suitable footwear, bring gloves, sun protection and a drink. Jobs for all ability levels. Everyone welcome – contact Tabitha Becroft. Details are posted on the Sunnynook Community Association Facebook page.

If you are interested in gardening and don’t mind volunteering once a month to weed the gardens around the Sunnynook Community Centre (one hour on a Tuesday morning), please contact Bronwyn or Debbie in the Community Centre Office – ph: 410 4902. Thanks Peter and Tabitha for your efforts in February to get us started.

Glenfield Rugby League Enrolments are taking place for the 2020 season. All grades and a family friendly club – www.glenfieldrugbyleague.co.nz Glenfield Rugby League Club (Greyhounds) is getting behind the ‘Cadbury Donate Your Kit’ campaign. One in eight Kiwi kids feel excluded from sport because they don’t have the gear. By donating children’s pre-loved sports gear, we can help more Kiwi kids enjoy the benefits of sport. There is a ‘drop-off’ box in the foyer of the Sunnynook Community Centre. Spread the word and please donate.

For more information: www.cadburydonateyourkit.co.nz Don’t forget to check out the Sunnynook Commmunity Centre website for more information relating to classes, room hire, our early learning centre and holiday/youth programmes (we are currently taking names for the waiting lists).

Have a wonderful day. Bronwyn Bound, Centre Manager

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CAM CALKOEN: BENDING PERCEPTIONS, INSPIRING CHANGE

SHORE JUNCTION: NEWS UPDATE

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.

Challenging ourselves

Cam Calkoen

I remember my tree fort as a kid. It was bigger and more gnarly than any other in the neighbourhood. It was up a rocky bank crawling in ivy, built from the remains of an actual house. Access was via rope, steps and planks and coming down was via a slide that was so fast and long my hair would blow back as I whizzed all the way down.

That place was my haven, a place for creating childhood treasures and to dream of adult adventures around travelling, entertaining, connecting… living with cerebral palsy was never seen to get in the way. Well, not by me.

When the rest of the community would come for a family day at the Calkoen’s people would look all the way up at my tree fort and say to my parents things like “Do you really let Cam climb all the way up there? What if he falls?” To which mum and dad would respond with “But what if he makes it to the top?”

I’m glad that I grew up in an environment of risk explorers rather than risk avoiders. If I did try to make it to the top as quickly as the other children I would fall, but through strategising and taking it slowly I did make it to the top again and again and again. Falling wasn’t something we had to worry about and those adult dreams have become, well, part of life.

I find reflecting on our childhood to be a fun way of deciding what to do next in our adulthood. While our goals today may feel more sophisticated and less ‘part of the path’ it’s only because we never stopped climbing. Remember how uncomfortable it was tying a shoelace for the first time, learning times tables or learning to drive. So why stop now? Why stop ever!

I like to ask people who succeed beyond what others have imagined possible, what their secret is. They all respond along the lines of “Once we get comfortable, we challenge ourselves further."

Challenging ourselves further can bring about fear but it can also bring more awesomeness than ever imagined and that’s part of the thrill, the thrill of thriving rather than simply surviving.

Stepping into the unknown is always pretty scary and I often ask mum and dad what choices they made when they heard that I’d been born with cerebral palsy, something that they did not expect. They always respond with the same words, to keep hold of the dream that inspired them to be parents.

Dreams are not airy fairy impossibilities; dreams are what see us achieving more. But we have to be prepared to take a risk, to do what’s different and get comfortable with the idea of taking on the uncomfortable. With that, we can dream, we can climb and we can achieve more!

Inspirational Speaker Book Cam and inspire new levels of awesomeness with your team.

Contact Cam 02111 26 598

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Harrison Sugrue and Matthew Goldsworthy of Youth Arts New Zealand at Shore Junction.

By Sonia Thursby, CEO, Shore Junction

Sonia Thursby

Shore Junction's first house mates

In 2020 you need many things and much support to be young, entrepreneurial and a changemaker; you need things like an affordable home base, people who believe in you, mentoring, a positive environment that supports you when things don’t quite go as planned – and most of all you need to be surrounded by people who believe in you.

Welcome to our first flatmates who will be moving into the Shore Junction incubator office space.

Led by young changemakers, Youth Arts New Zealand is an organisation that has taken strides toward facilitating interconnectivity and opportunity for creative youth since its inception in December 2017.

Under the vision of AIMES Emerging Talent Award winner and founder Matthew Goldsworthy, Youth Arts New Zealand arose to acknowledge and combat a distinct lack of professional validation of creative arts within the current educational climate. Since then, the team has broadened its scope by reaching into a number of platforms and mediums through which youth creativity might be further encouraged.

With photographer/filmmaker Harrison Sugrue and scholarship psychology student Zak Devey on board, the new and consolidated vision of Youth Arts New Zealand heading into 2019 is for scale and infrastructure growth. With an ambassadorship programme in the works and a growing team set on providing creative educational resources for young artists, the passion that Youth Arts New Zealand brings to the table signals disruption for New Zealand’s creative culture.

The YANZ team encourages young people to share their creative dreams and projects, so that together we may make them a reality.

Our creative neighbourhood is set for change, and Youth Arts New Zealand stands at the helm in building a creatively conscious country for our youth to live in.

Shore Junction is delighted to partner with this amazing team.

We look forward to working on events and having the young people at Shore Junction inspired to achieve great things. Welcome, welcome, welcome. www.youtharts.co.nz Check them out! www.shorejunction.nz

WILSON HOME TRUST: NEWS

EDUCATION: DAVID BOARDMAN, SENIOR SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, KRISTIN SCHOOL

Should schools teach emotional intelligence?

Weddings and christenings/ naming ceremonies in St Leonards Road Chapel Did you know that all the net proceeds from weddings and christenings/naming ceremonies held in the St Leonards Road chapel and gardens help support children and young adults with physical disabilities?

All proceeds from weddings and christenings/naming ceremonies go to the Trust to support children and young adults with physical disabilities and their families, in the upper North Island. Support is provided in a number of ways including: • financial grants • providing activities and events • providing information and support • holding equipment and activity demonstration days • running school holiday programmes • offering free hydrotherapy and swimming sessions.

All proceeds from weddings and christenings/naming ceremonies go to the Trust to support children and young adults with physical disabilities and their families, in the upper North Island.

To celebrate leap year, we are offering a 20% discount for any weddings or christenings/naming ceremonies booked for the month of October 2020.

Our Wedding Coordinator, Megan, is happy to meet and talk through ideas and options, to make your wedding day unique and special for you.

For more information or to arrange a visit and no-obligation meeting with Megan, email weddings@wilsonhometrust.org. nz or call 09 485 3464.

David Boardman

There is an increasing amount of talk around the importance of soft skills and how these have been identified as key markers in whether an individual is successful after school. These can be defined as personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people. Communication skills, character traits, personality and social skills are all considered soft skills, along with emotional intelligence.

Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and influence emotions and is neither inherently ‘good nor bad’. Mahatma Gandhi had it. Donald Trump has it, Barack Obama has it and there is a strong likelihood that senior staff, leaders, and people in positions of trust and responsibility have it. If you have it, it can make you a great leader; alternatively, it can allow you to become a manipulator and controller. Some of history’s most despised leaders probably had high emotional intelligence, allowing them to control large groups of people or whole countries.

A study of emotional intelligence by Jochen Menges, an associate professor at Cambridge, in the late 1990s showed that “It turns out that leaders often succeed in influencing others through emotions”. Leaders who can manage to evoke emotions, and channel them towards accomplishing specific goals are more likely to succeed. An excellent example of this would be Martin Luther King Jr’s “I Have a Dream” 1963 speech, which captured the emotions of the time and became a pivotal point in the civil rights movement.

Leaders who can manage to evoke emotions, and channel them towards accomplishing specific goals are more likely to succeed.

Experts are still debating how emotional intelligence develops over an individual’s lifetime, but recent data suggests that it can improve with learning. In the USA, The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence has developed a programme called Ruler, which is now being adopted across 2500 schools. Ruler stands for: recognising emotions; understanding their causes and consequences; labelling them with a nuanced vocabulary; expressing them in accordance with cultural norms and social context; and regulating them with helpful strategies.

So why teach it? Learning how to be more emotionally intelligent allows students to identify their own emotions, channel them productively and not be derailed by them. If students can use their emotions to help them achieve goals, rather than their emotions preventing this, their chances of success rise considerably. Becoming more emotionally intelligent also allows students to identify individuals who are using their emotions destructively. Some individuals strive for personal gain through using emotions; stirring and shaping others’ emotions through false, partial or spun information; and controlling the flow of emotionladen communication. The recent rise of ‘fake news’ and use of highly charged, distracting, emotive language by the current President of The United States is a masterclass in emotional intelligence.

Emotional intelligence is something that will help us prepare for the future. Every change is loaded with emotion and emotional intelligence is a core competence that will allow us to navigate these changes. So, the sooner we can learn about it in school and prepare our students for the changes they will face, the better.

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in the workplace The law has changed... are you prepared?

Gone are the days when employers can require employees to turn up to work and do their job no matter what. The new Health and Safety laws and a recent Employment Court case requires employers to think differently about mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

Employment Lawyers Bronwen Newcombe and Eleanor Gregan will be holding a Seminar to go through the legal changes and challenges regarding Mental Health in the workplace, as well

as tips to raise engagement and performance across the whole team.

We will be looking at: • What is 'Mental Health' in the context of work • The new obligations for employers around mental health in the workplace • Best practice guidelines • Tips for improving the mental health, engagement and performance of the whole team • Drugs and Alcohol and how to deal with it

Making law understandable P RO P E RT Y • T R U S T S • CO M M E RC I A L • E M P LOY M E N T

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Seminar details When: Wednesday 18th March Time: 7:30 – 9am (breakfast provided) Where: Davenports Harbour, Building 2, 331 Rosedale Road, Albany, Auckland RSVP: Please reserve your place by emailing reception@dhlawyers.co.nz by 11th March

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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.

Always do your due diligence Rachel Lee

Jason and Sarah wanted to purchase a property. They were nervous about facing the open market as they were first time buyers. Luckily Ian, Jason’s brother, was selling his home and the opportunity seemed too good to pass on.

Jason and Sarah decided that Ian’s property would be perfect for them as it was a short walk from the beach. They also liked the fact that by buying from a family member they would not have to compete in the property market. Jason and Sarah assumed there would be no issues with the property, as they were simply buying the property from a family member.

The parties signed a private sale and purchase agreement with no conditions. They did not bother to get a LIM, Building Report or have the title checked. These seemed unnecessary costs.

Settlement proceeded without any issues.

While living in the home, Jason and Sarah had no difficulties.

Five years later, Jason and Sarah were facing pressure to sell the property as Sarah had been offered a new job in Hamilton. When they went to sell the property on the open market, they learnt that the property had significant issues which made it unattractive for potential buyers.

TALKING TRUSTS: TAMMY MCLEOD, DAVENPORTS

Tammy McLeod (BA LLB) is a director at Davenports Harbour and a trust and asset structuring specialist.

Tammy leads the Davenports Harbour Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the structuring and establishment of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, the management and administration of trust funds and trust disputes. An important part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing existing asset holding structures to ensure they Tammy McLeod achieve the needs and requirements they were established to meet. She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and advises clients on both contracting out agreements and separation. Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Woman Lawyers’ Association and is the current vicepresident of the North Harbour Club.

Mark & Judy

Jason and Sarah were told by a potential buyer that the extension to the house that Ian had carried out some years ago did not have Council consent. Due to the change to the building outline, the cross lease title was now defective.

Had Jason and Sarah obtained a LIM Report, a Building Report and had the title of the property checked they would have been aware of these issues and discussed their options with their solicitor.

The combination of the pressure Jason and Sarah were facing to sell the property and the substantial issues with the property meant that Jason and Sarah had to sell the property at a loss after clearing their debts.

It is important to remember that when buying a property, even if you are buying from your most trusted and dearest, there are certain steps you must take to ensure that your investment is protected.

Jason and Sarah’s investment would have been protected had they sought specialist advice in respect of the property.

Mark and Judy had set their trust up on the advice of their lawyer when they purchased their house ten years ago. Mark was a school teacher and Judy a midwife. Their children were now in their late twenties and their first grandchild was on its way. Mark and Judy had almost paid their mortgage off on their home, and had both been paying into KiwiSaver for some years. They had no other assets.

When they set the trust up, Mark and Judy weren’t exactly sure why they were setting it up, but as their lawyer had said it was a good idea and they had heard some of their friends talk about trusts, they went along with it. If they were honest, it made no real difference to them – their lawyer was their trustee, but they never heard from him, they never had trustee meetings and as the trust didn’t have any income coming in they didn’t have to file tax returns or see an accountant.

Last December, Mark and Judy were having their annual Christmas catch up with their friends from university days and the conversation turned to trusts. Mark and Judy’s friend, James, started telling the group how his lawyer was also a trustee of his trust and that they had annual meetings, all trustee decisions were recorded in resolutions, and that it was really important for him to have a trust because of his business activities. Mark and Judy went home and talked about the fact that they never saw their lawyer, in fact he was probably close to retirement, and then what would they do for a trustee? James’ lawyer sounded like she knew a lot more about trusts than Mark and Judy’s, so they decided to make a time to go and see her.

When Mark and Judy went to see James’ lawyer, they were surprised to discover that there probably was no real good reason for having a trust any more – they had no business risk, the trust wasn’t going to mean that they qualified for the residential care subsidy if one of them went into a home, and their assets really weren’t that significant in the scheme of things. They were keen to protect their assets from their children’s partners, but they learnt that with a wellcrafted will, they could still achieve the same result. Mark and Judy decided to wind up the trust and simplify their affairs on the advice of James’ lawyer.

Trusts are invaluable asset protection mechanisms, but not everyone needs one. If you have a trust and you are unsure as to why you have it, please make a time and come to see me and we can go through the reasons why a trust may or may not be right for you.

Rachel Lee, 09 915 4387 rachel@dhlawyers.co.nz www.dhlawyers.co.nz

Tammy McLeod, 09 915 4386 tammy@dhlawyers.co.nz www.dhlawyers.co.nz

… the extension to the house that Ian had carried out some years ago did not have Council consent.

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Accountancy with Graham Lawrence of Bellingham Wallace.

Hidden tax costs in employee packages With the 31 March period approaching employers will now be turning their attention to employee packages to ensure they are market comparable. This may include non-cash benefits which in most cases have tax costs associated with them. In tax speak, a non-cash benefit provided to an employee by an employer is called a “fringe benefit”. These benefits are not income in the traditional sense like wages and salaries; therefore they are not taxed under the income tax regime. A Fringe Benefit Tax (“FBT”) was introduced to tax these non-cash benefits provided to employees.

There are some exemptions available; the question is, are employers making the best use of these? We explore below the most common of these benefits along with possible planning ideas to mitigate FBT. Motor vehicles If a motor vehicle is available for use by an employee, an employer will be liable for FBT. It is important to note the vehicle only needs to be available for private use. Whether the vehicle is actually used privately or not is irrelevant to Inland Revenue.

There is an exemption available when a vehicle provided to an employee is classified as a “work-related vehicle”. There are four requirements to be satisfied for this exemption and all four requirements need to be met for the exemption to be valid: • The vehicle must be a motor vehicle; • The vehicle must have permanent signage and be prominently displayed on the exterior of the vehicle.

Removable or magnetic signage is not enough; • The vehicle must be designed to carry goods only, or goods and passengers equally; and • Employees must be notified in writing that the vehicle is not available for private use, except for travelling between work and home and any travel incidental to their business travel.

We are now coming into the fourth quarter for FBT returns so it is a great time to consider how you are treating your employees' motor vehicles. Currently, FBT on motor vehicles is calculated based on the number of days the vehicle is available for an employee’s private use. How and where your employees are working is forever changing and how you might have treated your motor vehicles for FBT last year can be quite different to how they should be treated this year.

In today's age the tax rules recognise that employees are working from more than just the office. Several business’ have itinerant workers, where the employee continuously travels from one workplace to another. Sales employees are a great example of this; the employee may have a physical office at their work headquarters; however, the employee may travel to and from clients, as well as work from home so an employee’s workplace incidentally becomes several workplaces, each of which can change daily. For these employees there may be an opportunity to reduce the amount of FBT paid.

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Free, subsidised or discounted goods and services Employers frequently provide free, subsidised or discounted goods or services. If goods and services are provided to an employee at less than the cost to the employer, the employer will be liable for FBT. For example, a free gym membership or subsidised travel for the employee’s family will trigger FBT. However, if an employee pays the lesser of either (i) 95% of the cost price to the employer, or (ii) 95% of the selling price to the public, then the employer will not be liable for FBT. Where goods are provided to employees to be used mainly for business purposes, such as a laptop, the private use element will be exempt from FBT providing the laptop costs less than $5,000. If the cost of the laptop is more than $5,000, then FBT will be payable.

There is an exemption available for unclassified benefits.

An unclassified benefit includes employment-related gifts such as flowers to an employee on the birth of a child or on a family bereavement. The test for the de minimis exemption depends on what type of FBT return the employer files. For quarterly returns, no FBT is payable provided (i) the total taxable value of unclassified benefits provided in the quarter to each employee does not exceed $300, and (ii) the total taxable value in the last four quarters of all “unclassified benefits” does not exceed $22,500.

Benefits regarding hazard management, such as protective clothing, flu shots and other health checks are exempt from FBT, regardless of where the benefit is provided. Car parks are not subject to FBT providing the car park is on the employer’s premise, so be wary of those car parks provided outside of your premise.

In closing…

The above is an overview of some of the main FBT obligations and exemptions to consider when reviewing employee packages and indeed your 31 March 2020 FBT return which is due 7 May 2020. If you require a review to be undertaken, we have found it helpful to undertake a health check to assess your business’s specific implications which can also highlight opportunities to restructure employees packages with a lower tax cost. Your Bellingham Wallace tax advisor would be happy to review your situation and help you select the best option for your business.

By Graham Lawrence (Director) and Hrisoula Lilley (Senior Tax Advisor) Phone: 09 309 7851 Visit: www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

BUSINESS SALES WITH LESTER DE VERE

Lester de Vere

Lester de Vere is probably the Shore’s leading Business Broker. Born and bred on the Shore he represents ABC Business Sales in his home patch. He spent many years in business himself before taking on the role at ABC – which he just loves. His passion for 'helping vendors transition through the sale process and creating a winwin for both seller and purchaser' has resulted in him being ABC’s No.1 Auckland Sales Person in 2018 and being named ABC’s Trusted Advisor of the Year 2018.

ABC Business Sales was awarded Business Sales Agency of the Year 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 by REINZ.

Business Valuation based on a profit multiplier

Using a profit multiplier, the value of the business is calculated by multiplying its profit. For example, if your company’s adjusted net profit is $100,000 per year, and you use a multiple like 3, then the value of the business will be calculated as 3 x $100,000 = $300,000.

From the potential buyer’s viewpoint, this means that as long as the business continues to make profits at the same level, they will get roughly $100,000 per year for the $300,000 investment, i.e. a 33% return.

After three years they will get the full return on the investment.

Compared to the bank or other investments this is a highly profitable return. The profit multiplier method is also known as the Price to Earnings or P/E Ratio, the price being the value of the company and the earnings being the profit that the company generates.

Determining the multiple If pre-tax profit is used, commonly applied profit multiples for small businesses would be between 1.5 to 3 and occasionally, above.

These multiples are industry related.

Obviously, the multiple that you use has a huge effect on the valuation of the company. A larger business with a consistent track record of good profits where the owner operates in a managed or semi-managed style is likely to value by a higher profit multiple.

EBIT and EBITDA For some companies, it is wise to make further corrections in a profit multiplier calculation, such as EBIT or Earnings Before Interest and Tax. This is the adjusted profit that your company makes without the effect of tax and interest. The EBIT gives a demonstration of the earnings of the business without the destabilising effect of debts or surplus cash balance.

You may be thinking why are valuations calculated without any tax?

The reason is that once the company is either acquired, or part of a private investors portfolio, the tax position as a whole may be different. The valuation is agreed based on the profit after tax and as long as both seller and buyer understand and settled for this, there shouldn’t be any problem.

EBITDA or Earnings Before Interest, Tax reduction, Depreciation and Amortization are similar to EBIT. In addition, it explains that profit or adjusted profit is without the effect of any corrections due to the devaluation of assets (depreciation) or repayment of any business loans.

Happy to discuss what multiplier would apply to your business; please keep in touch.

Cheers for now, Lester.

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Legally Speaking with Nicolette Bodewes, Schnauer & Co.

New Year, new Resolutions

Nicolette Bodewes

2020 has started with a hiss and a roar. The new year is a time when we often review the past year and plan for the new year. Reviewing and updating your legal affairs is an equally important part of this process.

First stop is Enduring Powers of Attorney. Everyone should have an enduring power of attorney for personal care and welfare as well as for property in place. It is not only older people who suddenly need to rely on a power of attorney when they lose capacity. Anyone can have an accident and fall into a coma. If you don’t have a power of attorney for personal care and welfare, someone close to you will need to make an application to the Court to have a Guardian appointed. This is a costly and slow process. Having a power of attorney in place means it is ready to be activated if necessary. The same applies to powers of attorney for property. A little planning can avoid a lot of hassle.

If you don’t have a power of attorney for personal care and welfare, someone close to you will need to make an application to the Court to have a Guardian appointed.

The unfortunate reality is that we will all die. Very few of us know when that will happen. It is therefore equally important to ensure that your Will is up to date. It may be that your executor and trustee has passed away, you have had another child or you have gifted a considerable sum of money to one child and want to ensure through your Will that other children are compensated in your Will. If you have separated you will need to execute a new Will to take into account your changed circumstances.

For those who have a Contracting Out Agreement (pre-nup) you have a review clause that requires you to turn your mind to the agreement to ensure that it is still relevant.

For those with a Trust an annual review should occur at some time during the year. A Trust that is well administered is of much greater value than one where no attention is given to it at all.

A little bit of time spent on life admin can save a lot of hassle when unfortunate events occur.

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Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character who is known for calling a spade a spade. This is his regular and lively contribution to Channel Magazine.

Signs, MPs, Jacinda and the America's Cup! I walk around the North Shore beaches quite a lot, and I’m wondering if anyone else has noticed the proliferation of signs that have appeared regarding dog access and hours of activities, stating the summer hours of walking your dog and the winter hours of walking your dog, and whether they have to be on a leash or not, and when, of course, you are not allowed to have them there at all. All put there by our lovely Auckland Council. These are not small and subtle signs, these are signs that tower some 2.5 metres high and they are at every beach, some only 100 metres apart. They are an absolute eyesore, and I feel like chain sawing them off at the base and carting them away.

Perhaps this is a time for a bit of civil disobedience, taking the matter into our own hands and chain sawing down all these newly erected signs. I hate to think how much this has cost the ratepayer for all this nonsensical activity. And, I’m not even a dog owner.

The next thing we will see will be replicate signs in Mandarin, Korean, Arabic and a barrage of other languages, all side by side and blocking out the view of the beach. Just imagine that. Bloody madness.

It’s going to be very interesting to see who we will be lumbered with for the extremely safe blue seat of North Shore for the upcoming election. As you will well remember, I was not happy years ago with the parachuting in of a non-North Shore resident for this seat. I do hope this time, the candidate will be a North Shore person who understands the electorate. To me, it is vitally important to have someone who is well aware of the issues that all of us here on the Shore face, and is a strong voice in Parliament to get things done.

Has anyone noticed there seem to be more and more cars on the streets and parked on verges, parked anywhere. In a few years time, our streets will just become a giant car park, as Devonport is on weekdays when people drive down to catch the ferry into the city.

Did I get something wrong last month, or did our Prime Minister Ms Ardern just go missing when Southland experienced some of worst flooding ever, in the southern region of the South Island.

Our Prime Minister was swanning around for days at Waitangi, rubbing noses and cooking bacon and eggs. From there, she went to the Big Gay Out, not even once thinking she should go down to Southland and hug a few people. Oh, well maybe it’s because they’re not really Labour voters down there?

I see there is going to be a full-scale America’s Cup programme for Devonport, for which they say there is a series of 'world class' events planned. The Devonport Business Association has confirmed a contract with Auckland Tourism Events and Economic Development, and it is understood the budget is between $500,000 and $1m for these events. People are very excited about this. I’d like to know what they are planning to spend half a million to a million dollars of ratepayer’s money on? They say that the Devonport Business Association needs to walk a fine line between providing the world class programme that ATEED is aiming for and events that will benefit the Devonport businesses.

My recommendation to the Devonport businesses and to the restaurants especially, is to up their game a bit. A good friend of mine recently took his family and American guests into a certain establishment in Devonport. On asking how their evening was, the reply was “The service was crap and the food was worse”.

They were served glasses of warmish water at their table, no ice and nothing else but warm tap water. The American guest asked if there was a shortage of ice in New Zealand.

The main street of Devonport is looking scruffy, the paths need a good clean and rubbish collected, and the planter boxes need watering and tidying. The Devonport Business Association needs to have a good look and see what can be done to present the face of the North Shore to visitors.

That’s it for another month, let’s all keep our wits about us so that the ever-encroaching limitations on our day-to-day lives are noticed and we voice our objections.

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Welcome to the first edition of the SQM for 2020. It has been a fast and furious start for the Colliers North Shore Team, which is the result of a strong and successful finish to the previous year.

We look forward to being of assistance.

With yields dropping down to 3.45% for Unit 1, and 3.67% for Unit 2, 3 Cowley Place, Albany, it will certainly be interesting to see what will happen with yields this year.

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The sale of 229 Dairy Flat Highway, Albany was the largest office sale on the North Shore for 2019 at $33M + GST (if any). We are also pleased to have assisted a local national tenant in leasing over 2000m² at 1-7 The Strand, Takapuna with their expansion requirements.

We currently have over 20 sales and leasing campaigns underway. Please contact any of the North Shore team for your property requirements, or drop in for a cup of coffee.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: BAYLEYS NORTH SHORE COMMERCIAL

The B Hive in Takapuna… a good example of changes in the way we work.

A big-picture look at the future of the commercial property market What’s in store for the commercial and industrial property market over the next year or so? Bayleys Commercial North Shore general manager Daniel Henderson polished his crystal ball for a presentation last month to the New Zealand branch of Corenet, a global corporate real estate association, and these are some of the predictions he made.

Interest rates will remain low this year and a lot of money, both locally Daniel Henderson. and internationally, will still be looking for a home in the commercial and industrial property market.

Locally, the value of the Super Fund is now at nearly $50 billion and Kiwisaver is around $65 billion and growing. This is a massive amount of money and a sizeable chunk of this is invested in New Zealand. These funds will continue to look for opportunities in the property market.

Internationally, the search for yield will remain very strong.

Property is a high-yielding income-producing asset with long-term tax-free capital gain potential. Couple that with our relatively stable and corruption-free investment environment and the fact that commercial property yields in New Zealand are higher than many other parts of the world and it’s not hard to see why global buyers are honing in on our market.

Auckland is buyers’ first port of call – it’s our biggest property market and it doesn’t have the seismic issues that face the other metropolitan markets of Wellington and Christchurch. The North

Shore is a big part of the Auckland growth story. Owners of quality commercial property assets on the Shore will do very well should they decide to sell this year.

Finding that quality property investment stock is the biggest issue for both local and international purchasers. Getting the right direct property investments at scale is particularly hard, so buyers are becoming more creative. Watch out for more merger and acquisition activity. European private equity firm EQT’s $1.5 billion takeover bid for retirement village operator Metlifecare is a great example (with the NZ Super Fund agreeing to sell its 19.9% stake). Following on from this, Centuria Capital, an ASX-listed property investment company, with A$7.3 billion of assets under management, has moved to take over NZX listed Augusta Capital, which has a market capitalisation of approximately NZ$1 billion.

These takeovers are more about securing a good quality, wellmanaged property portfolio than equity investments. When you consider the overheads required to invest in people to find you opportunities to compete in the local market, then buying a wellestablished company, even at a premium, makes good sense.

Smaller “mum and dad” investors are also on the chase for income return, given the miserly interest rates on bank deposits, making the current market a property syndicator’s paradise. While experienced syndicators such as Augusta Funds Management are using this market to improve their holdings and diversify, growing syndication businesses are buying anything with a lease, regardless of its quality – and their offerings are flying out the door. When there's an adjustment and the market tide goes out we will see who is wearing swimwear. History does repeat itself, there will be failures, but not in 2020.

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Rents will keep going up It’s not the news tenants want to hear, but supply constraints will result in commercial and industrial rents continuing to rise. New developments need this to offset higher construction costs. This is dragging up B & C grade property rents as well as providing opportunities for upgrades.

The way and where we work will continue to change Co-working is a game changer. It’s an office-leasing model which sees a co-working enterprise take on a long-term lease of a building, fitting out the space and then offering “desks for hire”.

The next couple of years will be big ones for co-working, as the industry starts to mature. Tax changes, which have seen leases become liabilities in company balance sheets, the desire to work close to home, increased congestion and lack of a complete public transport system all support the continued growth of this sector.

With a 34 per cent increase in membership in the past 12 months in New Zealand, the reach and types of offerings will continue to evolve.

Leading international co-working company IWG, which already has had two brands operating in New Zealand – Bizdojo and Regus, launched a third last month, its Spaces brand. It has taken around 3000sqm next to Tesla's new service centre in Karangahape Road and converted it to stunning character office accommodation.

In a lease negotiated by Bayleys, another major international player, WeWork, announced last month it is taking over 8,400sqm of office space in a heritage building in Queen Street which will be able to accommodate up to 1,300 members from mid-2021.

Watch for the development of co-working in the suburbs – millennials are now a big proportion of the workforce; they demand lifestyle choice with quality space, close to home. It’s already happening in Takapuna with the B:Hive at Smales Farm.

This five level-building has been designed to cater for small and large businesses and has provided about 800 co-working desks.

Among its large corporate members are ANZ Bank and Deloitte. The success of this project has been helped by its desirable location, well away from the congestion of the CBD yet close to the motorway and a bus station.

The big push in this sector of the market over the next couple of years will be at the larger enterprise level, as corporates locally and internationally look to create flexibility in their portfolios and keep their overhead costs down. We recently sold a building owned by a multinational on the North Shore and its overseas owner has mandated for co-working premises for its next New Zealand head office location.

Expect New Zealand corporates to take a similar approach across the

country as they both contract and expand their operations and as the co-working market moves into the regions.

Also expect a trend towards “resi-mercial” and “hospo-lisation” of the office working environment. This is all about the blend of what we want from our workplaces – you want to be feeling like you are at home when you are in the office and you also want be able to socialise within the office itself so more hospitality styled eateries will become a feature of workplace environments.

Action on climate change This year there will be a defining step change for climate action.

Chapman Tripp has issued a legal opinion putting company directors on notice that they have an obligation and responsibility to address this issue. Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, one of the world’s largest investment companies, says we are about to see a “major relocation of capital” towards sustainable investment. 2020 is the year we will see real commitment from boards and CEOs on climate change. That’s going to make a lot of difference because it’s much easier to drive change from the top down.

The groundswell of customer and stakeholder concern about climate change is being propelled by a workforce which comprises close to 50 per cent millennials. They will vote with their feet if companies don’t commit to sustainability – starting with the buildings they are working in.

The latest new office development in Albany, which is nearing completion at 55 Corinthian Drive, is typical of what will become the norm for new office buildings on the Shore. Developed by APEC Property Development Ltd, it is relatively low rise – at four levels – but with large, heavily glazed office floor areas of over 2,000sqm per level.

These large floors provide not only greater energy efficiency but a better environment for staff interaction.

The incorporation of 5 Green Star rated design and build methods in this development ensures plenty of natural light as well as efficient thermal control. This in turn leads to the provisioning of more costeffective and environmentally friendly heating and cooling systems.

Rainwater is also captured and recycled to minimise water usage.

The building has great “end of trip” facilities with 74 bike parks along with lockers, showers and change room areas for staff who choose to cycle. It’s also a striking, architecturally designed building that any company would be proud to call home. It’s therefore hardly surprising it is already substantially leased well ahead of its completion.

Not only will tenants be focusing on whether buildings pass the sustainability test but purchasers increasingly will do so as well. Smart, sustainable buildings will be near the top of the saleability pack.

55 Corinthian Drive… passing the sustainability test.

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with Lindsay Knight Bowlers from many parts of New Zealand, as well as North Harbour itself, competed but in the case of the women’s pairs an added dimension this year was the inclusion of the great Australian player Karen Murphy.

Anne Muir and Sue Wightman, 2020 winners of Chinery Swart Cup.

Birkenhead hosts two high profile pairs tournaments Birkenhead, one of North Harbour’s most successful and progressive clubs, was again in the forefront of promoting the centre to the bowls wider community, with two high profile pairs tournaments in early February.

These were the men’s Carpet Mills championship staged on the weekend of 8th-9th February and the women’s Good Home $6500 held a week later.

Bowlers from many parts of New Zealand, as well as North Harbour itself, competed but in the case of the women’s pairs an added dimension this year was the inclusion of the great Australian player Karen Murphy. Beyond any argument she rates among the best all-time women’s players.

And she did not disappoint, making the women’s final, partnered

by Mairangi Bay’s Colleen Rice, who was chosen by Murphy to be her lead after one of her coaching clinics. In the final they lost out, though, to two experienced Northlanders, Anne Muir and Sue Wightman.

The invitation event, now in its eleventh year, was launched by two early members, Emmie Swart, and Leanne Chinnery, to celebrate Birkenhead’s landmark decision to include women in what until then had been a male-only club.

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The men’s first prize a week earlier also of $1500 went to Roger Andrew and David Clark, from the Manurewa Cosmopolitan club. As with the women’s tournament, the men’s event contained an array of past national and centre champions, including Clark, a one-time winner of the national pairs.

Second place went to an Auckland pair, Sean Hird and Peter Thorne, with Henderson’s Billy Fulton and Tony Garelja sharing third with a former Black Jack Neville Hill and Brendon Kelly. When not playing bowls Kelly is green-keeper at several Harbour clubs, including Birkenhead.

Harbour’s former Black Jack Tony Grantham won the A flight with another international, Jamie Hill. Northcote’s Brent Malcolm and Greg Taylor won the B flight.

Also held in early February was the Milford 5500, a popular tournament which caters mainly for younger bowlers in the one-to-five year or one-to eight year categories. Now in its eleventh year and firmly established as one of the country’s best tournament of its type, it was won for the third year in a row by Point Chevalier’s Aiden Takarua, Alex Reed and Colin Williams. www.bowlsnorthharbour.com

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The upside is that recladding provides a fantastic opportunity to transform your home as well as address any issues relating to water tightness.

QPC Build Group recently completed this magnificent Milford reclad. Our clients came to us wanting to not only address the potential ‘water tightness’ issues, but also to upgrade inside and out to modern materials and finishes and really capitalise on the amazing views of the Hauraki Gulf.

QPC completed a full reclad going from plaster to a much more modern rusticated pine weatherboard whilst also completing a large extension to add another bedroom, putting in a new kitchen and bathrooms and completely revamping fittings and fixtures inside.

One stand out of this project is the large floating deck that has been laid over membrane flooring at a bold angle, allowing captivating views out of the Gulf but also creating an artistic focal point for the house itself.

Aside from being able to create a stunning home when recladding, you are also restoring your home to its true value in the Auckland market.

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From the Chair

By Aidan Bennett, Chairperson, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Welcome to my first ‘From the Chair’ column in Channel Magazine. After being elected to the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in October last year I was unsure if I would use this magazine to communicate with people from the area, but I have decided it is a good idea. So here goes…

Since being elected in October I have learnt quite a bit about the world of local politics. I call myself a temporary politician, with the aim to stay for a shortish time – not a long time, in an effort to make a difference for our community. After around four months in the chair, I reckon I can.

I am not your conventional politician. I am going to call a spade a spade, irrespective of whether it makes me unpopular or popular. My focus is on doing good for my community – not on getting elected next time round. I believe that will take care of itself if I gain the respect of the community for what I achieve.

Taking the chair I was thrilled to be the highest poller at election time, of all the candidates standing for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board in 2019. This was unexpected. But the strong endorsement I received from voters meant I could play a stronger leadership role than first anticipated. So I put myself forward to be the chair, and that was endorsed for the first half of the three year term. I have certainly jumped in the deep end!

Joining me on the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board for the three year term (in votes gained order) is Jan O’Connor (re-elected), George Wood (re-elected), Toni van Tonder (new member and my running mate), Ruth Jackson (new member) and Trish Deans (new member).

After over four months I can report that we are working well together. There are some differences, but we are learning to work through those for the good of the community.

First impressions Prior to being elected I knew very little about the workings of the Local Board and the wider Auckland Council. What I can report is that I have discovered a wonderful Local Board Services team, based at Takapuna, that supports the six elected members and keep things running pretty smoothly. They are dedicated, passionate, hardworking and extremely knowledgeable about our Devonport-Takapuna patch and the democratic process.

This is the case, pretty much, with all the Auckland Council staff I have worked with over the past few months. You often hear negative things about Auckland Council, but I haven’t been able to fault the people, or their professionalism and passion.

Being the chair At first, the thought of being the chair (as a newbie) was daunting.

There are many things to learn about the democratic process involved with such things as formal meetings etc. But I have been guided well through that by the staff and by leaning on the experience of people such as George (Wood). I am getting the hang of it.

An extension of being the chair is also taking a seat at the Chairs Forum. This is the Auckland-wide monthly meeting of all the chairs of the 21 local boards. Again, this has been a bit intimidating as most of these people are seasoned local body politicians – some have been MPs – who understand the way things work. I have found this very interesting and to date have really only sat back and listened.

My comfort zone will be further tested during March, when it is my turn to chair the Chairs Forum at the Town Hall!

Building relationships A focus for me as the new Devonport-Takapuna Local Board Chair is establishing good relationships with all key people and entities that we need to work with to get good outcomes for our community.

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I see this as being absolutely crucial. Gaining their respect so we can work together.

This is with community groups and also with all parts of the council organisations – including Auckland Transport (AT) and Panuku. I believe I have made some good progress on this and will continue working very hard on it.

Very Good Plans Being a complete newbie means I can look at things from a totally fresh perspective. During the very thorough induction process that the new Devonport-Takapuna Local Board members have been through we have been exposed to the planning and structure of Auckland Council.

While things are not perfect, what I have been pleasantly surprised by is the very good and structured planning that takes place, with a strong focus on the future. This is a massive organisation that has its challenges, but the planning is good.

There is The Auckland Plan which is the 30-year vision for the city. Linked to this are the Local Board Plans formulated every three years by the respective local boards. There is Auckland Council’s 10-year budget and Annual (yearly) Budget. The local boards also have an annual Local Board Agreement that is adopted every year.

Hand-in-hand with all these is very tight financial planning and reporting.

Local Board 3-Year Plan While I am talking about local board plans… One of the first things that the new local board is doing is preparing a new three year plan that will be implemented for the next three years, 2020 through until 2023.

We are currently consulting on what residents of the DevonportTakapuna Local Board area would like to see in that plan. We are keen on your feedback. You can submit online, or contact our Devonport-Takapuna Local Board team (or me) to give us your ideas. Visit: https://akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/ devonporttakapunaplan Closing the Workshops A controversial move (for some) from the start of my time in the chair was my move to change the workshops from open workshops (where the public can attend) to closed workshops.

My reasoning for this was that it is essential that the six elected members of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board are well informed. We are elected to make good decisions on your behalf. These workshops are the key times when the members can receive and seek out good information from council and CCO staff and other community organisations and groups. My belief, which remains, is this needs to be an environment that allows information to be made available, without noise or disruption.

FROM THE CHAIR: AIDAN BENNETT

No decisions are made at the workshops. All decisions are made at the monthly Business Meetings (held on the third Tuesday of every month) that are fully open to the public.

My full reasoning on this change can be read on my website… www.aidanbennettdtlb.co.nz Fresh thinking needed My fellow local board member Toni van Tonder and I stood on a ticket of fresh thinking, and that is what we are following through with. This needs to be applied to the area of funding and getting things done in our community. The bottom line is that money is tight. There’s very little appetite for extra increases in rates, so we need to find other ways to fund making things happen.

I believe there needs to be some fresh thinking around property that Auckland Council owns that is surplus to requirements, is not being fully utilised, or is stagnating. There are many examples in our Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area. I am advocating for us to use a process that has been called optimisation.

This doesn’t always mean selling – a thought that sends alarm bells to many. But it does mean considering options of realising value for the community from the many under-performing legacy assets that we have. They must not sit and do nothing and cost us money.

If you are keen to learn more you can read my thinking about this issue on my website… www.aidanbennettdtlb.co.nz Hurstmere Road Upgrade The long-awaited upgrade of Takapuna’s shopping strip of Hurstmere Road (between Lake Road and Anzac Street) will be getting under way over the next few weeks. I have seen the plans for the road and they are very good.

The road becomes one way, from Lake Road end to the Anzac roundabout, the road becomes more of a shared space and there will be many different plantings – but more trees and shrubs than there are now!

As most will be aware, I am a huge advocate for progress in Takapuna – for getting this upgrade done and completing the Anzac carpark development as quickly as possible.

There will be some disruption, but the Auckland Council team is working with the TBBA to ensure this in minimised. We need to make sure we are supporting our local businesses during this period – so shop local guys!

ANZAC Service Parade 2020 I am looking forward to hosting the ANZAC Service in Takapuna this year. Due to anticipated disruption in central Takapuna (related to the Hurstmere Road updgrade above) it has been moved to the Takapuna Primary School. This will be a good interim venue.

Lake Road This could be viewed as a hot potato for politicians. There are many ideas on how we can “fix Lake Road”. The reality is we don’t have the money to totally fix Lake Road. That would mean buying lots of property, huge disruption to people’s lives, and not everyone would agree on that approach anyway.

I have seen plans being developed (by Auckland Transport) to improve Lake Road that are going out to consultation with the public in the near future. I believe these are pretty good plans.

When implemented, they won’t solve all the problems 100%.

There is very good thinking and planning behind them, and I believe they will improve things – such as traffic flow, safety, public transport, cycling etc. etc.

Auckland Transport are collaborating pretty closely with the community, particularly around the improvements that will be made at Belmont as part of the Lake Road project.

Aidan Bennett.

A focus for me as the new DevonportTakapuna Local Board Chair is establishing good relationships with all key people and entities that we need to work with to get good outcomes for our community. I see this as being absolutely crucial.

Milford WEEPS I want to congratulate all the people in the Milford area that have got behind the Milford WEEPS initiative. WEEPS stands for Wairau Estuary Environment Preservation Society. Their efforts have highlighted what is a real problem and has made Auckland Council and the Local Board stand up and take notice. There were over 300 people at their action-packed February meeting at Milford Cruising Club.

The overall problem relates to an underinvestment in infrastructure over many decades. Auckland Council has actually been doing a great deal of work on this issue. Clearly the public desire is for more action and the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board is united in responding to that.

As a result of Milford WEEPS pressure, Auckland Council and the two local boards in the area – Devonport-Takapuna and Kaipatiki – will be collaborating and working hard to progress things, and importantly, to keep the public well informed about what is happening to clean up Wairau Estuary, other waterways and our beaches.

Hopefully you enjoy reading this communication.

Feel free to contact me at any time about any of these matters – aidan.bennett@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz – or visit my website to find out more information… www.aidanbennettdtlb.co.nz Note: The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area extends from Sunnynook and Castor Bay in the north to the Devonport Peninsula suburbs in the south, on the eastern side of the Northern Motorway. The western boundary is the motorway.

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The Channel Crossword

Set locally by Mãyã, especially for Channel each month. No. 56

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1 Writer may be failing men (3,7) 9 Game in river, see? (4) 10 Beloved of 28, eponym of a drink, 23, not 12 (6,4) 11 I'd join the French, Eric (4) 12 Moved porridge left (7) 14 South Americans overheard in the role of investigators (6) 16 Donald is in, almost - that goes without saying (6) 17 A politician can be mischievous (3) 19 Hatcher of 12 down said to have suffered a knock-out punch (7) 20 Brisk, detailed parable where right moved left (7) 21 Pig pen with some taste (3) 23 Agitated by fish between poles (6) 25 Practice not concerned with slow-moving vehicle (6) 26 A result unexpected by one who greets (7) 27 Buzzers with knees? (4) 30 I aid Dalton playing extra (10) 31 Joy, dropping ecstasy, goes round the bend for sticker (4) 32 Silly talk thanks to present in puzzle (10)

2 Agreements said to be for you alone? (4) 3 Dandies at foreign office having an afterthought (4)

Solution to last month's crossword

4 Greets endangered herons (6) 5 I, very heartlessly, have an odd evergreen (3,4) 6 11 wanderer to acquire something beginning with Q (6) 7 28's antagonist on course, holding down Cockney girl (10) 8 Jolly ensign with 30, say; a player of 28 (5,5) 12 Plans of revolutionary in mess - in a mess (7) 13 Dead cigar maker is more humorous (7) 14 Plant type of radio 6s around insects (6,4) 15 What you can't be in a risky situation (10) 17 Papers from the subconscious? (3) 18 Money for returning bark (3) 22 Cracking weather! (7) 24 Floating, like King Cole and Adam? (6) 25 Supplied 30 degrees (6) 28 Love a duck! 7 formed using 31? (4) 29 The 22 after-party? (4)

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