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CHANNEL MAGAZINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR June 2022

This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for community events. If you would like to include your event please email details to: kim@channelmag.co.nz

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Tuesday

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God of Carnage – The Rose Centre, Belmont 8pm

Sign & Rhyme for Babes – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 10.30am 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Sign & Rhyme – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 11.30am

Huge Pop and Rock Vinyl Record Sales – St Anne’s Hall, Browns Bay 9am

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am

Imagination Station – Mairangi Arts Centre, Mairangi Bay 4.30pm Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport The Teen Brain – Westlake Boys High School, Takapuna 7.30pm Creative Talks: David Veart, Local Historian and Author – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 7pm Imagination Station – Mairangi Arts Centre, Mairangi Bay 4.30pm

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 8pm Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

Sign & Rhyme – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 11.30am

God of Carnage – The Rose Centre, Belmont 8pm

2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Divas & Diamonds – The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna 7pm Ant Middleton – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna 8pm

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am

Glow Show – The Rose Centre, Belmont 10am, 11.30am and 1pm

Sign & Rhyme – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 11.30am Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 8pm

Sign & Rhyme – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 11.30am

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 8pm Auckland Tuatara V Otago Nuggets – Eventfinda Stadium, Wairau Valley 7.30pm Creative rights for Creative People (workshop) – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

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Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – 30 Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport Art Space, Devonport .co.nz – The PumpHouse, Takapuna Auckland Festival of Photography: 7.30pm Wrung & Misshapen – Depot The Tall Blacks v Philippines – Artspace, Devonport Eventfinda Stadium, Wairau Valley .co.nz – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 7.30pm 7.30pm The Wedding Singer Musical – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna 7.30pm Sign & Rhyme – Meadowood Community House, Unsworth Heights 11.30am

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Weekly Drama Classes (Ages 5-16) 3 Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao 4 Tim Bray Youth Theatre – St Georges – Depot Art Space, Devonport Presbyterian Church, Takapuna Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot God of Carnage – The Rose Centre, Artspace, Devonport Belmont 8pm 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Science & Tech After-School Programme – Lake House Arts Centre, Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Takapuna 3.30pm Queen’s Birthday Market – 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Hurstmere Green, Takapuna 9am Photo awards – North – Lake House Crystal Visions Holistic Market – Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am

Browns Bay Sunday Market 5 – Browns Bay 6.30am Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Crystal Visions Holistic Market – Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am

Weekly Drama Classes (Ages 10 5-16) Tim Bray Youth Theatre – St Georges Presbyterian Church, Takapuna

Browns Bay Sunday Market – Browns Bay 6.30am Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 2pm & 8pm Back to Harmony – St George’s Church, Takapuna 2pm Devonport All Ages Roller Skating Class – Devonport Community Centre, Devonport 3.30pm

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Weekly Drama Classes (Ages 5-16) Tim Bray Youth Theatre – St Georges Presbyterian Church, Takapuna

Weekly Drama Classes (Ages 5-16) Tim Bray Youth Theatre – St Georges Presbyterian Church, Takapuna

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao 11 – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Mid-Year Mummy’s Market – Takapuna Methodist Church – Takapuna 9am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 8pm

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport 2021 Kuala Lumpur International Photo awards – North – Lake House Arts Centre, Takapuna 9.30am Crystal Visions Holistic Market – Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 8pm NZ String Quartet/First Light – Holy Trinity Church Devonport, 3pm

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport

Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

Browns Bay Sunday Market – Browns Bay 6.30am

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport The Woman in Black – The PumpHouse Threatre, Takapuna 2pm &8pm Devonport All Ages Roller Skating Class – Devonport Community Centre, Devonport 3.30pm

Browns Bay Sunday Market – Browns Bay 6.30am

Matariki Tuhono ke te Taiao – Depot Art Space, Devonport Auckland Festival of Photography: Wrung & Misshapen – Depot Artspace, Devonport

Auckland Tuatara v Nelson Giants – Eventfinda Stadium, Wairau Valley 7.30pm Weekly Drama Classes July (Ages 5-16) Tim Bray Youth Theatre – St Georges Presbyterian Church, Takapuna .co.nz – The PumpHouse, Takapuna 7.30pm

Crystal Visions Holistic Market – Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am

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Devonport All Ages Roller Skating Class – Devonport Community Centre, Devonport 3.30pm The Wedding Singer Musical – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna 7.30pm

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13th year under way Welcome to our June issue of Channel Magazine. This issue signals the start of our 13th year of publication, with the very first issue of the magazine published back in June 2010. As I write this I am in my second day of isolation having fallen victim to Covid-19 after steering clear of it for quite some time. It seems that we have another wave at the moment. So far, so good. The symptoms just seem to be coldlike at present, but it’s early days! In this issue we have a focus on retirement living as well as featuring winter fashion. We love highlighting interesting local people and Heather Barker Vermeer has done an excellent cover story for this issue on Helen Klisser During. It’s a very interesting interview. I enjoyed putting together my piece on new Mairangi Bay School principal Nathan Janes and also having a chat with Scott Donovan of Life For Men in Takapuna. Retailing has never been

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harder, so Scott’s passion for his customers is always a breath of fresh air. Despite Covid-19 still hanging around I have loved getting out to events that have come back over the past few weeks. The two North Harbour Club AIMES Awards functions during May were very special as was the ‘Bike to the Pump Track’ event at Narrow Neck to celebrate the new Devonport Rotary inspired pump track at Woodall Park. We feature both of these events in our popular ‘Out and About’ pages in this issue. Once again there is lots to read in your monthly Channel Magazine. Enjoy, and have a great June. Nga mihi arohanui. Aidan Bennett, QSM Publisher, Channel Magazine Founder & MD, Benefitz Email: aidan@benefitz.co.nz

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE SHORE

North Shore Rugby Football Club's 'Ladies Day' For the third year running, North Shore Rugby Football Club hosted a ‘Ladies Day’ to recognise the women involved in their club. This day celebrates the women who play rugby, as well as those who support their partners, children, the club, and the community who train for rugby, play rugby and talk rugby! On Saturday, 14th May the afternoon kicked off with the womens’ teams Albany Barbarians and Grammar Tech playing their match while local and visiting women enjoyed generous hospitality from the Harcourts Cooper & Co Community Relationships and Devonport teams. By 3pm the Premiers were on the field sporting their pink socks and coming away with a convincing win against Kumeu. An array of quality raffle prizes generously donated from local Devonport businesses along with four exciting live auctions resulted in almost $8,000 for Breast Cancer Cure.

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AIMES Awards May Celebrations

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We love the annual AIMES Awards and don’t need too many excuses to get along to the wonderful events hosted by the North Harbour Club to reward youth achieving excellence in the fields of the Arts, Innovation, Music, Education, Sport; and Service to the Community. Like many things recently, the 2021 Awards were meant to be held late last year. Instead, they were postponed until May 2022. Two wonderful events were held during May. Over 300 people attended the annual AIMES Awards Gala Dinner at Takapuna’s Bruce Mason Centre on Friday May 6th and around 150 people then attended the AIMES Emerging Talent and AIMES Scholarship Awards Cocktail Evening held at the Spencer Hotel in Takapuna on Thursday May 12th. Twenty-four young people received award grants from the North Harbour Club in these awards. These photos are from these two North Harbour Club AIMES functions.

Courtney O’Reilly, Ron Leeds, Caitlin O’Reilly, Mike O’Reilly, Shirley Richards.

Kellie and Blake Douglas, Aidan and Michelle Bennett.

Greg Frittelli, Gary Monk, Phil Brosnan, Paul Bayer.

Darren, Pip, Zoe, Jackson and Venice White.

Trevor and Sue Stanaway, Mike Atkinson.

Sonia Thursby, Janayah and Laura Wadsworth. Aidan Bennett, Michael Brake, Bob Jago.

Lyle Irwin, Deborah Cachopa, Rosemary Kirby, Mal Hargreaves, Carl Cachopa, Lloyd Kirby.

2022 AIMES Supreme winner Zoe White, North Harbour Club Patron Liz Blackwell and 2021 Supreme winner Grace Stratton.

Caroline Hickman, Bob Leveloff, Kelly Quin, Fay Freeman.

Alicia Hoskin, Elliot Snedden, Toni and Craig Hoskin.

Murray Lockwood, Kelvin Sam, Ivana Botica, Shanti Jackson

Alison Dymond, Jo-Anne Ken and Sue Noble, Katie Noble, Thomas, Nicolette Bodewes. Kevin Klein.

Andrew, Bronwyn, Paul, Melissa and Sonya Cowen, Patrice Baird.

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Fashion Parade at The Poynton The residents of The Poynton Retirement Village dusted off their glad rags and came out in style and huge numbers to enjoy a fashion parade evening on Tuesday 10th May. Enjoying a glass of bubbles to start, the guests mingled and socialised, showing off their own gorgeous outfits themselves before the parade began. The fabulous outfits were provided by Chantals in Takapuna and Rodd and Gunn, with the talent provided by none other than The Poynton's very own cat-walk models! Organiser Jan Ellin was delighted with the success of the evening and would like to thank all involved for a wonderful night of fashion and frivolity!

Pauline Fowler, Wendy Crene, Lillian Bennett and Andrew Tait.

Dee George, Delwyn Dowdle and Peta Pickering.

Tracy Davidson, Pamela McKinlay and Chantal Chilcott.

Pam Bohling, Judy Hamilton, Wendy Duff, Jane Collins, John Thompson, Russell Fox and Sandra Lea, Pat Bartlett, Helen Jensen and John Thompson. Bill Mirams.

June Kennerley, Elaine McKeown, Viv MacKenzie, Lorraine Harvey and Judith Young.

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Pedal to the Pump Track - official opening Sunday 22nd May saw the official opening of the new pump track in Narrow Neck with a hugely successful 'Pedal to the Pump Track' event. Hundreds of enthusiastic riders joined together to ride in convoy from either Hauraki or Devonport, converging at Woodall Park to enjoy the celebrations. Spot prizes, play zones, family games, bike info and service stalls, free sausage sizzle plus a free ice cream for the kids courtesy of Narrow Neck Café provided a wonderful family day out for all. This fantastic community asset would not have been possible without the dedication of Devonport Rotary, Bike Devonport, Devonport Peninsula Trust and the services and many, many hours donated by local businesses and keen volunteers. It's here for all to enjoy; young and old, boys and girls, families and bike enthusiasts. Ride safe, ride hard, have fun!

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PERFORMING ARTS NEWS: THE ROSE CENTRE

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Theatre excitement!

This month at The Rose Centre with Michelle Male, Performing Arts and Community Co-ordinator

James Bell.

June is jam-packed with theatre goodness at The PumpHouse Theatre. We kick things off with the gothic horror The Woman in Black starring Michael Hurst and Zane Fleming. This play has been terrifying audiences for over three decades making it the second longest-running play in history after Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap. It is widely considered the benchmark of live horror. Don’t miss this show which runs from 11th – 19th June. Discover the people behind the arts in our next Creative Talk on 13th June. This talk will feature author and historian David Veart. Creative Talks are free to attend; RSVP is essential on our website. The North Shore Concert Band is back with a favourite – Last Night of the Proms. After having to cancel their event during last year’s lockdown, this long-awaited celebration of the best of British will be sure to sell out. One performance only on 26th June. This Matariki, dress warm and get cosy in our outdoor amphitheatre for a night under the stars to enjoy the premiere of a new play by Mark Wilson – .co.nz. This play is an absurdist exploration of Māori culture and spirituality through the perspective of three unlikely friends and their interactions with the ever-growing and persisting online world. It is an exploration of te ao Māori through the lens of Matariki, its meanings, its philosophy, and its customs. The play’s themes of reflection, meditation, mourning, acceptance, and most importantly – the celebration – will endeavor to strengthen the wairuatanga of patrons and characters alike. .co.nz is a free event; bookings are essential on our website. Season runs 29th June – 2nd July Coming Soon! Tim Bray Theatre Company is excited to announce its season of Badjelly The Witch by Spike Milligan. Enjoy this Kiwi favourite, oozing with comedy from 2nd – 23rd July. Ngā manaakitanga, The PumpHouse Team

BOOKINGS: 09 489 8360 or pumphouse.co.nz

The Rose Centre in June Come and experience a Matariki free family event at The Rose Centre. Exciting free workshops: including yoga, reflexology, acting - mind, body and soul, Māori designed rubbings, te reo Māori language, culminating in a hakari/ feast and short performance. Sunday June 26th. The workshops and Hakari Feast are free.Places are limited. Book now to reserve your place. Email hello@rosecentre.co.nz or phone 09 445 9900.

WHAT’S ON • May 25th – June 4th: God of Carnage - Book at www.iticket.co.nz or phone 09 361 1000 • June 9th – 11th: Godspell’ Stage Antics. Book at www.iticket.co.nz • June 9th: Matariki Glow Show. All new GIANT-SCALE glow in the dark puppet shows. Book at www.eventfinda.co.nz • June 13th – 19th: High School Musical Jr. Glass Ceiling Arts Collective brings Disney’s smash hit to the Rose. • June 26th: Rose Centre Matariki family day and hakari/feast. Book now 09 445 9900 • June 20th – 21st: Jenn Shelton’s Singers Concert • June 22nd - 23rd: Promise and Promiscuity. A new musical by Jane Austen and Penny Ashton. Best Performance in a Comedy Auckland Fringe. ‘Pride and Prejudice gone wild in the best way’ starstarstarstarstar — Rip It Up, Adelaide. Book at www.iticket.co.nz • June 28 June – 2 July: Devonport Drama, Teen Show Alien Attack. New to the Rose Tuesday and Sunday mornings - Yoga at the Rose with Purnima email: ptrasi@gmail.com What an exciting month. Check out our website for further details or email Michelle at hello@rosecentre.co.nz The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont 09 445 9900 hello@rosecentre.co.nz www.rosecentre.co.nz Facebook @RoseCentre

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AUCKLAND GUITAR SCHOOL

DEPOT ARTSPACE

Auckland Guitar School with Dylan Kay

Singing and playing songs

Depot Artspace with Amy Saunders

Dylan Kay

Many of our students love to sing and play their favourite songs, but aspiring guitarists often struggle with this, so here are some pointers. If you’re looking to sing and play songs, there are three distinct parts to the process. The first is pretty obvious – learn to play the guitar part. In your lessons, develop the skills needed to play the guitar part to the song, and learn how to put it all together. Next, learn to sing the song (again, obvious). Memorise the lyrics and learn the melody (lots of repeated listening and singing along). You may need to play the song in a different key to suit your voice? The third and final part is where most people become unstuck – putting the guitar part and singing together. It’s not as simple as just playing guitar on autopilot and singing along! Combining voice and guitar is a whole separate skill which can seem incredibly daunting.

It’s not as simple as just playing guitar on autopilot and singing along! Combining voice and guitar is a whole separate skill which can seem incredibly daunting. Take small sections and sing/play them slowly – out of time if needed and simplified if that’s the only way you can do it (eg. you might just strum once per bar). It can help to write out how the vocals and guitar part fit together e.g. maybe the guitar is playing on every beat, but the vocal starts in between beats 1 and 2 and then continues in a particular rhythm to beat 4 – seeing that written down can really help. Many times, it’s a gradual process, but at a certain point you’ll find the penny drops, and all the hard work that you’ve put in suddenly clicks. Check out the blog for more detail on this: https://www.aucklandguitarschool.co.nz/blog/singing-andplaying/ As ever, if you’d like help with any of this, just get in touch with us. See you next month!

Depot Artspace, Devonport

Amy Saunders

We’re excited to welcome in the month of June and celebrate Matariki. As part of our Matariki celebrations we’re thrilled to be hosting the stunning exhibition Matariki Tuhono ki te Taiao that looks to Māori conceptualisations of time, being guided by subtle changes and patterns in the environment. The early winter skies signal a shift in the seasons traditionally prompting harvests, hākari (feasts), kai preservation, and crop planting. Matariki Tuhono ki te Taiao showcases the work of seven multidisciplinary artists and will run throughout June with a special closing ceremony featuring live music, performance, hāngī and refreshments on Saturday 25th June at 4pm, so please come and join us! Depot Sound Hamilton Boys High School was in the house! We were super excited to host music and film students from HBHS in our space recently. A huge thanks to inspiring teachers Mr Galbraith and Mr West as well as all the students for making it such a special day. The students loved seeing Noah (HBHS alumni) give them some real life studio experience and we loved having everyone here. www.depotsound.co.nz Creative Careers Need business & marketing guidance for your creative practice? Want to get first hand mentoring from industry professionals as well as network amongst other like minded creatives? Check out our creative career programmes at Depot Artspace! www. depotartspace.co.nz/creative-careers Depot Galleries Depot Artspace’s Puanga – Matariki exhibition and associated events will take place as part of the Indigenous Ecology and Arts Wānanga, co-curated by Natanahira Te Pona of local ecology group Restoring Takarunga Hauraki. This year we are joined by a range of multi-disciplinary ringatoi (artists) who each engage with te taiao and Te Ao Māori through raranga (weaving), whakairo or carved objects, paintings, and more. We’re also thrilled to host ‘Wrung and Misshapen’, a photographic exhibition curated by Hayley Theyers as part of Auckland Festival of Photography. This exhibition features a selection of artists from Depot Artspace’s Wayfind Creative and ArtsLab programmes. Full exhibition details here: depotartspace.co.nz/events

Dylan Kay, Auckland Guitar School, Howick and Takapuna, Auckland "Transform your playing." 09 533 5246 www.aucklandguitarschool.co.nz

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ANDREW DORREEN

Lifestyle Entertainer Two Back From The Beach 33 OCEAN VIEW ROAD, MILFORD Located just two properties back from the sands of Milford beach, number 33 Ocean View is just what the astute seaward side family buyer is looking for. Built in the 1980's of rendered brick on the ground floor with a plaster system on the top floor, the home has recently undergone a full internal renovation and the result is a modern and very stylish offering with sensational alfresco living ideal for those who love to entertain. The property offers the most amazing indoor outdoor flow to expansive landscaped grounds - a key feature of the home and rare for the area. The grounds allow the owners to follow the sun from morning till late evening thanks to how it is positioned on the site superb. All the living is on the ground floor and is comprised of two main areas informal and formal lounges. The kitchen and informal lounge flows out to an expansive covered loggia area allowing you to

entertain in all weather conditions. The kitchen is well appointed and has a large scullery for additional storage. Adjacent to this is the formal lounge, a generous space which also has a gas fire ideal in the winter. There are two bedrooms on this floor which share a large modern bathroom. Upstairs, there are two generously sized double bedrooms, each offering their own ensuite. The master is a great space with its own viewing deck featuring close views of the water. This suite also looks over the lawn and has a spacious walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. Overall this spectacular family package is one not to be missed. Act now to secure this fantastic property so close to the beach and all that Milford has to offer. www.precision.net.nz/ID #534943

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360° Panoramic Views - Stunning Whole Floor Apartment 4/90 KITCHENER ROAD, MILFORD LEVEL 4 "THE CIRCLE" MILFORD Located within easy walking distance of Milford Shops and set on 6,000 sqm of Lush Park-like grounds, the circle is one of the North Shore's most prized and in-demand apartment blocks. This is an exceptionally rare opportunity to secure a generous single-level property offering its owners the entire floor, all to themselves! The views are some of the best in Auckland taking in no less than 360 degrees comprising of the Waitemata Harbour, Lake Pupuke, Auckland CBD, and the Waitakere Ranges - simply superb! Apartment Four (five levels up) has been taken back to a bare concrete shell with everything being completely replaced with also subtle improvements to the layout. The re-worked interiors offer a superb entertainers' kitchen with new Miele appliances, spacious

dining and living area with new ceilings, window coverings, carpets, paint, and two exquisite new bathrooms. There are three double bedrooms all offering stunning uninterrupted but different aspects across Auckland. The master bedroom has been renovated beautifully and the layout changed to enhance the walk-in wardrobe space, maximising ensuite space. There is also now a generous separate laundry. There's nothing to do here other than move in and enjoy the expansive vistas and the ultimate convenience of this amazing location. Double garaging a spacious storage unit, large common pool, your own veggie garden as well as gated access to Lake Pupuke make this an ideal lock up and leave solution. www.precision.net.nz/ID #536072

Andrew specialises in marketing homes on the Golden Mile between Milford and Takapuna and around the waterfront. In the last six consecutive calendar years, Andrew has sold over $100 million each year, at an average of over $4,500,000 per property - one of the highest (in volume and average sale price) residentially in the Country. Whilst he is renowned for dealing with higher value properties, Andrew has also carved a niche within the seaward side streets in and around Milford and Takapuna, especially with the lock up and leave market. He sees a strong correlation between larger homes and the downsizer market assisting those vendors with their next purchase. If you are thinking of selling your home or purchasing a new one, please contact Andrew for a confidential discussion.

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Do your sums to avoid underinsuring your assets Underinsurance is an increasing risk for business owners, sole traders, and individuals. Whether you’re insuring your business assets, home or vehicles, it’s important to regularly check the sums insured covered by your insurance policies. Your local expert broker Garry and the North Shore Rothbury team have put together the following points to consider. Insurance cover for company and personal vehicles: You’ve invested a lot of time and energy to get the possessions you value and your vehicles are no exception. It’s important that you take the time to ensure your vehicles are adequately covered. Knowing what’s covered in your insurance policies means you know where you stand in the event of a loss. We recommend that you notify your broker of any new vehicle purchase and check the market to ensure your existing vehicles have an adequate sum insured. This applies to both your personal or company vehicles. By ensuring your insurance policies are up to date, you can minimise your underinsurance risk, especially in light of vehicles increasing in value over the past two years. TradeMe data shows that used car values have accelerated during the pandemic, with the medium online sales price increasing by 35% between July 2019 and July 2021.* Traditionally vehicles have been known to be depreciating assets. What we are seeing now is that both new and used vehicles are in fact increasing in value. This change is being driven by the global supply constraints on new cars, the increasing cost of vehicle parts and the green-car legislation.

Options for vehicle insurance cover: Different insurers offer different levels of cover – vehicle settlements can be based on the vehicle’s market value or agreed value. Before confirming your vehicle cover and to help you set an accurate sum insured, it’s a good idea to research vehicles similar to yours on the market. • Agreed value: The sum insured that you and your insurer agreed on when you took out your policy. The value will be reassessed at your annual policy renewal. It’s a good idea to review your sum insured regularly to ensure it accurately reflects the current value of your vehicle. • Market value: Insuring your vehicle based on what it's currently worth in the market. If your vehicle is a total loss, insurers will generally obtain a pre-accident valuation (PAV) for your vehicle at claim time. The PAV will take into account the specific details and condition of your vehicle to determine what the market value would have been immediately prior to the loss. So if you need some expert advice or just a second opinion, Garry and the local Rothbury team are always just down the road to help. The team employs the very latest tools to assess your risk and make sure you get the right cover, at the right price. The team has a very thorough spread of experience and understanding of the technical insurance issues and risks to be considered. Rothbury North Shore is passionate about North Shore businesses avoiding underinsurance and not being left out of pocket, so talk to the team today to check that sums insured are right for you. rothbury.co.nz/branch/north-shore *https://www.autocar.co.nz/report-nzs-used-car-prices-skyrocket-by-35/

Will underinsurance leave you out of pocket? ASK ME FOR A SECOND OPINION TODAY Garry Stewart | Senior Commercial Broker P: 021 388 857 E: garry.stewart@rothbury.co.nz rothbury.co.nz

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Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… • EATING OUT ON THE SHORE

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL HOSPITALITY BUSINESSES! At Channel Mag we’ve been ‘Doing it Local’ for years. That’s what this magazine is all about. Our local bars and eateries need us to support them more than ever in these uncertain times Let’s support our local hospo businesses!

DEVONPORT Akdeniz Bar Cafe Restaurant Offering Persian and Mediterranean cuisine in Devonport Village. 5/15 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 600 2125 www.akdenizdevonport.co.nz Buona Sera Restaurant Great Italian cuisine from great ingredients. Mangiamo - Let's Eat! 99 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 8133 www.buonasera.co.nz Cafe Hung Viet Traditional flavours of Vietnamese cuisine brings authentic Hanoi meals to the North Shore. 101 Victoria Rd, 09 446 3368 www.cafehungviet.co.nz Corellis Great tasting home-style fare at a great price. 46 Victoria Road Devonport, 09 445 4151 www.corelliscafe.co.nz Devon on the Wharf A little slice of heaven for tastes of Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. 1 Queen's Parade, 09 445 7012 www.devononthewharf.nz Fish Kitchen Extensive seafood menu plus their signature 'fish 'n' chips' - the best fresh fish in the best location. 1/1 Queens Parade, Devonport Wharf. 09 445 1777 www.fishkitchen.co.nz Flying Rickshaw Honest and simple authentic Indian cuisine. 97 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 7721 www.flyingrickshaw.co.nz

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Sigdi Indian Restaurant The freshest and finest ingredients guarantee the best quality curries - all GF. 161 Victoria Rd, Devonport, 09 445 1546 www.sigdi.co.nz Signal Hill Restaurant Serves classic NZ fare with an extensive drinks list in Devonport’s most iconic homestead. 24 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 0193 www.signalhill.co.nz The Patriot Your Devonport Pub - owned by locals, for locals. 14 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 3010 www.thepatriot.co.nz Vic Road Kitchen Serving up fresh, seasonal NZ produce in a rustic Mediterranean style. 57-59 Victoria Road, Devonport. 09 445 9797 www.vicroadkitchen.co.nz Vondel Well thought out, great tasting food for vegans, meat lovers and everybody in between. 8 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 446 6444 www.vondel.co.nz

TAKAPUNA Alforno Italian Restaurant Delicious Italian and Mediterranean food cooked with passion. 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 488-0179 www.alforno.co.nz Aubergine Restaurant Premium European and Mediterranean style dining 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 3104 www.aubergine.co.nz

Manuka Cafe and Restaurant Mediterranean inspired cuisine and friendly customer service. 49 Victoria Road, Devonport, 09 445 7732 www.manukarestaurant.co.nz

Big Tikka Indian cuisine… using bold flavours & reinterpreting classic dishes in a contemporary way. 458 Lake Road, Takapuna. 09 974 2241 www.bigtikka.co.nz

Portofino Devonport Very popular Italian Restaurant in the heart of Devonport Village. 26 Victoria Rd, 09 445 3777 www.portofinodevonport.co.nz

Botticelli Restaurant & Wine Bar A popular Italian eatery, serving Takapuna for over 27 years Anzac Street, Takapuna. Phone 021 910 999 www.botticelli.co.nz

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE • Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… 8848 Restaurant & Bar

Dantes Pizza & Casa Pasta Wood Fired Pizzas & sensational Pasta in the heart of Taka! Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 3668 www.dantes.co.nz A

French Rendez-Vous

Welcome to our French restaurant in an amazing and unique lake view location at the heart of Takapuna.

Book at www.french-rendez-vous-caferestaurant.business.site Or via our Facebook and Instagram accounts: facebook: FrenchRendezvousTakapuna Instagram: @frenchrendezvoustakapuna

Francs Bar & Diner Beachside diner smacks of fresh fish, crisp lager, flopping jandals and easy service from sunrise to sunset. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 488 0016 www.joylab.co.nzfrancs Madam Woo Takes inspiration from traditional Malaysian hawker food, drawing influence from Malaysian, Chinese and other Asian cultures. 486 Lake Road, Takapuna, 09 489 4601 www.madamwoo.co.nz

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Takapuna's award-winning Nanam Restaurant recently voted as best neighborhood restaurant, Metro Top 50 and NZ's 100 Best Restaurants by Cuisine is humbled to offer an array of Filipino (Asian and Spanish-inspired) tapas and delectable wine and cocktail selections for our locals. Book and dine with your special date, a group get-together or stop by for their locals $40 Lunch set menu.

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Florrie McGreals Irish Pub The best place in Takapuna to have a beer, meet some old friends or make some new ones. Great food as well! Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 6330 www.florriemcgreals.co.nz

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El Humero Traditional Colombian-style barbecue restaurant – yum! Eat Street, 40 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 9973 www.elhumero.co.nz

Authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine in the heart of Takapuna with a vast menu of both traditional Indian dishes and Nepalese specialties. Tastes from the Himalayan region... inspired by Himalayan spices blended and crafted by their chefs with 20 plus years of experience. "8848 was some of the best Indian fusion food I’ve had in a long time and a really nice introduction to Nepalese cuisine. I'll be going back there to dine in and also on the nights I want takeaways.” - Channel Magazine, April 2021 Dine-in or take away. Also catering for large group bookings and functions. Parking is easy as well with the new 420 space Toka Puia carpark only metres away. 8848 Restaurant & Bar, 17 Huron Street, Takapuna OPEN Monday to Sunday 10am - 10:30pm 09 489 9911 www.8848indiancuisine.co.nz

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner (to be booked 24 hours in advance) with traditional French dishes like onion soup, beef bourguignon and also lots of gluten free galettes and sweet crêpes.

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Catnapper Arms A favourite local with great food with great daily specials 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 6330 www.catnapperarms.co.nz

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Located under the Monterey Cinema. An authentic Japanese Izakaya restaurant with a friendly and lively atmosphere, private area for groups with karaoke and buffet style menu. BOOKINGS: www.sakebar.co.nz GROUP BOOKINGS: joy@sakebar.co.nz Open Tues-Sun, Closed Mondays and public holidays. 32-34 Anzac Street,Takapuna, 09 486 2249 www.sakebar.co.nz Mamak Malaysian Street Food Tasty Malaysian Street Food eatery under the Sentinel building. Huron/Northcroft Streets, Takapuna. 09 486 0122 www.mamaktakapuna.co.nz Mexico Inspired by the streets of Mexico, food created to deliver complex layers of flavour across a range of shareable dishes. McKenzies Precinct, 4 The Strand, Takapuna. 09 489 6781 www.mexico.net.nz

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An extensive menu with something that appeals to every taste, including the popular grill platter for two; featuring BBQ wagyu beef brisket and pork ribs.

Tokyo Bay Modern Japanese cuisine from kitchen run by experienced sushi master Mr Chikara Sato, a ‘fugu’ blowfish licensed sushi chef. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 390 7188 www.tokyobay.co.nz Tucks & Bao Street Food Tasty street-food inspired dishes from around the world. 70 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 486 1615 www.tucksandbao.co.nz Winner Winner Takapuna Healthy, fast, fresh dinners or lunches with yummy chicken a focus! 16 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 486 0755 www.winnerwinner.co.nz

Open daily for Dinner from 5:30pm, and on Thursday & Friday cocktail hour features $8.00 cocktails from 4 – 7pm.

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SmokePit & Buoy (located inside The Spencer Hotel on Byron Avenue) is an American style BBQ restaurant with a Kiwi twist.

To make a reservation call Smokepit and Buoy (09) 916 4982 or through our website www.smokepit.co.nz. Open Daily Level 1, The Spencer Hotel 9 – 17 Byron Ave, Takapuna, Ph 09 916 4982

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Thai Takapuna Popular Thai cuisine in the heart of Takapuna 44 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 973 4259 www.thaitakapuna.co.nz

With over 30 meals on the menu, there is something for everyone. Catering is also available. Enjoy convenience without compromise. Pop into store or order online for click & collect at www.blakesprovidore.co.nz

The Elephant Wrestler Your larger than life local in the heart of Taka with an outdoor courtyard to boot. Selection of crafty beverages and food that’s undeniably Kiwi. Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 8030 www.joylab.co.nzelephant-wrestler Tok Tok Kitchen Always busy, a unique restaurant with Asian fusion cuisine near the beach. 129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. 09 489 3988 www.toktok.co.nz A

Takapuna's friendliest little wine and tapas bar and everyone's favourite local just around the corner from the Bruce Mason theatre. NEED TO KNOW: Saturday 4th of June: Taylors 5th birthday! Live music with Gael Ludlow and Nigel Major from 7pm! Tuesday 7th of June: Prophets Rock Wine Tasting $40 includes 6 tasters and an antipasti We are still able to host private parties of up to 40 people under the traffic light system. Licenced Eatery 168 Hurstmere Road Takapuna 09 489 9510 www.taylorsonhurstmere.co.nz taylorsonhurstmere@gmail.com

Chef-made, gourmet meals crafted from NZ’s finest ingredients – free-range chicken, New Zealand beef & pork, and the freshest herbs and vegetables. Enjoy a nourishing meal whenever you need it! Blake’s meals are perfect to keep in the freezer for when you want a treat or just a night off cooking.

Sake Bar Nippon Traditional Japanese (Isakaya style) cuisine in a lively fun setting to experience the sites and sounds of busy Japan! 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna. 09 486 2249, www.sakebar.co.nz

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Regatta Bar & Eatery Your slice of Ibiza, right here on the Shore. Stunning sea views, premium beer, bloody good wine and fresh seafood. Main Beach, The Strand, Takapuna. 09 488 0040 www.joylab.co.nzregatta

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Anokha Indian Restaurant Long been a destination choice for Indian food lovers, specialising in North Indian Cuisine – authentic curry, tandoori dishes and freshly baked breads. 140 Kitchener Rd, Milford. 09 489 1499 www.anokha.co.nz

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Monday to Thursday: 9am-6pm, Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday: 10am-2pm 89 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 5711 www.blakesprovidore.co.nz Cave À Vin Natural wines and food to share – locals love this place! 146 Kitchener Rd, Milford. www.caveavin.co.nz Jazzy’s Cafe & Pizzeria Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Cafe style brekkie, Fresh HomeMade pizzas, delicious Sri Lankan meals and more! 5 Milford Rd, Auckland. 09 481 6582 www.jazzys.net Langkawi Restaurant Popular Malaysian local that has been here for around 25 years. BYO restaurant and also offers a range of well-priced wines. 122 Kitchener Road, Milford. 09 486 2700 Monthien Thai Restaurant Popular Thai eatery in the heart of Milford. Real Thai real taste and best service! 142 Kitchener Rd, Milford. 09 488 0409 www.monthien.co.nz Musashi Japanese Cuisine Milford Serves everything you expect from your authentic Japanese restaurants but with a twist. Menu of Japanese cuisine, built around local taste and ingredients. 212 Kitchener Road, Milford. Phone 489 5977 www.musashirestaurant.co.nz

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The popular neighbourhood Milford Village bar & eatery opened by a trio of passionate locals – Craig, Jacqui and Sarah. Try their Pym’s Classic Prawn Cocktail and a Pimm’s Royale – their signature drink. Excellent drinks selection with simple but great food, including burgers, sharing platters, chicken liver pate, Limoncello cheesecake (and more!). This is one of Milford’s best locals – visit their great website (www.pymsofmilford.com) or just drop in. You’ll love it.

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Shake Out Serving up a highly addictive menu of burgers, sides, shakes and sundaes – fast. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 489 8223 www.shakeout.co Soho Thai Taking the art of traditional Thai cooking and giving it a modern twist. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 972 2711 www.sohothaikitchen.com

Open 7 days a week, 4pm until close. Lunch time group bookings available upon request. 154 Kitchener Road, Milford. www.pymsofmilford.com

The Grange Bar & Bistro A favourite all-day bar and bistro. Making the most of the best & fresh NZ produce. Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 972 9060 www.thegrangetakapuna.co.nz

The Milford Cafe, Bar & Restaurant For brunch, lunch & dinner. Classics, re-imagined and modernised – the best in fine coffee, wine and delicious food. 7 Milford Road, Milford. 09 488 9388 www.themilford.co.nz Venice Italian Restaurant A friendly local of Italian cuisine lovers passionate about cooking Italian food combined with a splendid collection of fine wines. 91 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 486 4157 www.venicerestaurant.net

If you don't feel like venturing out, try their new delivery option where you can receive all their baked goods delivered the next day.

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Stanley Avenue is a relaxed, smart, wine bar and bistro where people can come and enjoy a light snack or sophisticated meal paired with an interesting wine offering. Stanley Avenue is a great for dinner, as well an excellent spot for afternoon drinks and offers a brand new lunch menu. Stanley Avenue Wine Bar & Bistro 52 East Coast Road, Milford Open Tues & Wed 3pm to 10pm; Thurs 12pm to 10pm; Fri 12pm to 11pm; Sat 12pm to 11pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. Ph 09 410 0066 Visit: www.stanleyavenue.co.nz

Daily Bread's freshly baked loaves and perfect pastries are made every morning at their Belmont outpost where their new sit down menu, petanque court and kids playground gives locals even more reason to visit.

Dailybread.co.nz 43 EVERSLEIGH RD AUCKLAND 0622 7am - 3pm daily hello@dailybread.co.nz www.instagram.com/dailybreadnz/

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Don Japanese Restaurant Local Japanese that offers great service, a variety of authentic dishes with good drinks list to match. 1 Milford Rd, Milford. 09 379 2834

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Talay Thai Restaurant Delicious authentic Thai cuisine. Using only the freshest ingredients with vegetarian, vegan options and Gluten free dishes. 83-85 Kitchener Rd, Milford 09 489 9568 www.talaythai.co.nz

Stanley Avenue

Fantail & Turtle A popular bar and eatery with alfresco vibe and great food! Goodside at Smales Farm. 09 486 0644 www.fantailandturtle.co.nz

El Greco Greek and Italian Eatery A touch of the Mediterranean in the Bays! – the locals try to keep it a secret, it’s good! 1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay. 09 475 5772 www.elgreco.co.nz Paper Moon One of the Bay's favourite dining and drinking spots – for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks into the evening. 437 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay. 09 479 8872 www.papermoon.org.nz Montrose Cafe, Bistro & Bar A Mairangi Bay local known for consistently good food and hospitality! 1 Montrose Terrace, Mairangi Bay. 09 478 9610 www.montrose.org.nz Ristorante La Spiaggia One of the best Italian restaurants on the Shore – Maria and Emilio never disappoint! 470 Beach Road , Murrays Bay. 09 475 5643 www.laspiaggia.co.nz

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EATING OUT ON THE SHORE • Your Monthly Eating Out Guide… 21 Days Bar & Brasserie Named after the process of aging beef 21-28 days. Great food, some say best meat on the Shore! 37 Clyde Road Browns Bay. 0800 21 3297 www.21days.co.nz

NORTHCOTE POINT

The Engine Room Since 2006, a neighbourhood bistro that is simply one of the best in NZ! 115 Queen Street, Northcote Point. Phone 480 9502 www.engineroom.net.nz Clarence Rd Eatery An all day cafe/restaurant in the historic building that includes Bridgeway Cinema. You’ll love it! 124 Queen Street, Northcote Point. Phone: 09 480 9600 www.clarencerdeatery.nz Northcote Tavern We reckon one of the best places for pub food on the Shore! 37 Queen Street, Northcote Point. 09 480 7707 www.northcotetavern.co.nz

BIRKENHEAD

Abruzzo Ristorante Italiano Authentic Italian cuisine as warm as the Mediterranean sun. 13 Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead. 09 418 4202 www.abruzzi.co.nz Birkenhead Brewing Company Classic 100 year old kauri villa with a tavern atmosphere for true kiwi hospitality. 17 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 320 5055 www.bbc.kiwi Blitza Pizza Authentic Italian pizzas and mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine. 9 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 5006 www.blitzapizza.co.nz Burrito House Passionate about providing delicious and high-quality Mexican food. 17 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 2095 www.burritohouse.co.nz Chef Rasa Sayang Finest authentic Malaysian food. 25 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 419 9788 Dutch Delight A bite of Holland right here in Auckland - the only Dutch restaurant in NZ. 3 Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead. 09 418 1390 www.dutchdelight.co.nz

Jose's Cantina Jose's Mexican food is compulsive and the margaritas are addictive. 12-14 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 218 6162 www.josescantina.co.nz Thai Yum Food Hut Authentic Thai food in Birkenhead. 23 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 6799 www.thaiyum.net.nz The Curry Master Experience Indian food at it’s finest. 18 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 7211 www.thecurrymaster.co.nzbirkenhead The Good Home Honest homestyle cooking at its best. 83 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 0066 www.thegoodhomebirkenhead.co.nz The Junction Eatery Fully licensed cafe and bistro, sourcing the best local produce. 39 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead. 09 480 8111 www.thejunctioneatery.co.nz Moxie Restaurant A much loved restaurant serving modern cuisine and setting high standards at Birkenhead Point. 82 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead Point. 09 419 9082 www.moxierestaurant.co.nz Mulan Malaysian Restaurant Authentic flavours of South East Asia with home-style Malaysian cuisine. 243 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead. 09 480 2806 www.mulan.co.nz Primerose Thai Cuisine Traditional Thai dishes known for excellent aroma, flavour and taste. 6 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 0555 www.primerosethaicuisine.co.nz Tasty Tiny Thai Restaurant Unique Thai experience with authentic dishes bursting with flavour. 52d Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 418 4999 www.tastytinythai.co.nz China Hong Kong Cuisine Tasty Chinese and Asian food. 64 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. 09 480 1168 www.hongkongchinesecuisine.co.nz

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CHANNEL SPORT: BASKETBALL

The Letoa Family, from left: Paula, Fata, Isaac and Jordan Letoa.

Fata Letoa Foundation trustees, from left: John Hunt, Nuala and Walter Goldstein, Paula Letoa, Paul Mahan, Jordan Letoa and Kirk Penney.

New Foundation established for local Basketball

By Aidan Bennett

A new foundation has been established to create a pathway for youth through the sport of Basketball locally. The Fata Letoa Foundation will support players and teams with basketball association fees, school team fees and any other funds needed to ensure players are not sitting on the side-lines due to a financial need. The foundation is being driven by local North Shore couple Nuala and Walter Goldstein along with the Letoa Family Paula, Jordan and Isaac and support by NBA Basketball identity Kirk Penney, Paul Mahan EY Global Client Service Partner and John Hunt CEO of Harbour Basketball. It will Fata Letoa. serve the Basketball community from the Harbour Bridge up to Northland. The founders say the need has become more prevalent over the last few years. Basketball is one of only two New Zealand sports in the top five most popular activities across all ages, genders and ethnicities. Basketball is not an Elite sport and receives very limited funding even though it is one of the most ethnically diverse community sports and has the highest growing participation among youth both male and female between the ages five to 18 years in New Zealand. “We wanted to set up a foundation to create sustainable funding,” explains founder Nuala Goldstein. “We approached Jordan Letoa, who had become a close friend over the years, to ask if we could name the foundation after his late father, Fata Letoa, the much-loved New Zealand Basketball mentor and icon who was also a manager of the NZ Breakers. Fata had been such an inspirational man in youth Basketball for many years, giving unselfishly of his time to help youth on and off the Basketball court we felt it would be fitting to carry on his legacy in this way. The Letoa Family agreed, and the support of Kirk Penney, John Hunt and Paul Mahan followed when they agreed to become trustees of the foundation.”

The Fata Letoa Foundation supports disadvantaged youth in our community, giving them the opportunity to partake in school and association Basketball leagues, tournaments and basketball programmes.These programs include a focus on physical education including nutrition, health and fitness. Fata Letoa Foundation also supports workshops, educating and assisting school sports administrators, parents, caregivers and team coaches in schools and Basketball associations. This also includes promoting coach and player welfare, social inclusion through sport, fitness, health, nutrition for youth and creating a positive sporting experience for youth. The Foundation already has established connections with schools and Basketball associations. "We have chosen to work with schools and associations as they have first-hand knowledge of where the need lies,” adds Walter Goldstein. “We respect that many families find it hard to ask for help. Therefore, we will only ever mention the schools and associations being supported, allowing the families and funds they receive to remain anonymous if that is their wish. "We know that our youth being involved in Sport, belonging to a team, having access to programs are proven avenues of keeping young people on a pathway to being the best version of themselves.” What a wonderful communitydriven initiative! If you wish to support the Fata Letoa Foundation or find out more about them contact them via their new website today. Visit: www.fataletoafoundation.nz

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YOUTH INNOVATION

Mazbou Q, Producer.

Laura MacLean, Performer. Stella Ranginui, Janayah Wadsworth, Emilie Murphy – three of the recording artists for the released tracks.

Shore Junction launches music recording label The North Shore’s fantastic youth innovation space, Shore Junction in Takapuna, officially launched its own recording label in May, during youth week. Called 'Shore Junction Records’, this is new way for the facility to record, produce and distribute music from Shore Junction youth to the world through all streaming platforms. This is a not-for-profit new distribution and music label. Shore Junction will work with young people from around the North Shore and beyond who are passionate about music. Shore Junction Records was officially launched by Shore Junction’s Youth Development Specialist Josh Martin, while local Northcote MP Shanan Halbert was along as a guest and did a Karakia. The MC was Conin Bowker, one of Shore Junction's youth workers who has been heavily involved. Professional producers and writers – such as Mazbou Q, 10a and Vince Harder – will be brought in to Shore Junction to work with the young people to help them tell their stories through music. Through discussion with the young people the producers will help youth shape

their own songs by developing their own beats/music, lyrics and vocal arrangements. The launch was on Friday May 13th, and Shore Junction Records first three songs were also released onto all streaming platforms featuring 10-15 young people. The songs are called “Dear Us”, “To My Younger Self” and “Moving On Up” which are all songs based on the theme of identity. “Moving On Up” was written by a group of disabled and nondisabled young people around hope of the future. "This is only the beginning of the journey for the youth and Shore Junction Records, but we’re proud that we get to support these amazing young people in sharing their voices and their messages with the world,” says Josh Martin. "We are already working on our next song alongside producer, singer and artist Vince Harder, which starts on June 11th." If you’d like to listen to these songs, simply search “Shore Junction” on Spotify, Apple music or anywhere you can stream music. For more information visit www.shorejunction.nz

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COMING UP IN TAKAPUNA

Takapuna Winter Lights festival 2022

Four magical evenings of illuminated art, live music & performance. July, 28th to 31st After a huge two nights in mid-2021, Takapuna Winter Lights is back for 2022, spanning four nights at the end of July: Thursday July 28th, Friday July 29th, Saturday July 30th and Sunday July 31st. The 2021 offering excited the local community who came along in their droves to experience the show that’s becoming one of Auckland’s most inspiring, creative and engaging community events. In total, over 12,000 people attended the two nights in 2021. Takapuna Winter Lights is a curated collection of light sculptures, art, music, performances and installations. The organisers, working closely with the Takapuna Beach Business Association (TBBA), aim to attract over 30,000 people for the four-night 2022 extravaganza. Takapuna Winter Lights is presented in association with Auckland Unlimited and is part of the Elemental AKL festival. "Our vision for Takapuna Winter Lights is for a world-class multi-sensory festival based on strong local support and engagement,” says Terence Harpur, CEO of the TBBA. "It’s our wish to take our community along with us, as we all help to deliver an arts and cultural festival we can be proud of, that is accessible for all to enjoy and totally free to attend.” When it was first held in 2019, Takapuna Winter Lights demonstrated how an otherwise quiet weekend on the Takapuna calendar can come alive and

bring the wider community together to celebrate arts, culture and performance in our beach-side town. In a just three years, Takapuna Winter Lights has turned this winter celebration into one of the busiest events on the Takapuna calendar. "With the recent enhancements to the main street we believe that Takapuna will only grow as a venue to host wonderful events like Takapuna Winter Lights,” adds Terence. “Once open, our new town square – now under construction – will add further benefits for events." Takapuna Winter Lights is a great free event for all the family – young and old. It's expected that the 2022 show will also be a destination event for visitors after the success in 2021. Takapuna Winter Lights is an accessible, fully sustainable, multi-disciplinary arts event themed around light. The event will support the local business community and help drive business after the challenges since early 2020. Takapuna Winter Lights 2022 will engage, educate and inspire through the connection of art, technology and design – encouraging the community to collaborate to celebrate the arts, and winter, while enhancing Takapuna’s nightscape through creativity. It's a celebratory festival that will bring the community out of their homes and create joy, social connections and entertainment through wonderment, performance and art. Make sure you’ve got Takapuna Winter Lights 2022 in your diary. There is still time for businesses to get involved in this event. For more information visit: www.winterlights.nz

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Talking Takapuna With the official arrival of the winter months, comes the start of our annual Shop and Win promotion to warm you up! This year we have over $10,000 worth of Shopping Sprees up for grabs! The main prize is a whopping $5,000 Takapuna Shopping Spree, as well as another $2,000 Shore City Shopping Spree. Then we have a $1,000 Rembrandt Spree, a $1,000 Platypus Spree, and another $1,000 Takapuna Spree! There are plenty of opportunities to get your hands on one of these shopping sprees – all you need to do is shop in any participating Takapuna business between 1st June and 31st July 2022, spend over $20 to receive your unique entry code, then visit our website to enter your code – and you’re in the draw! There will also be some physical entry forms around Shore City Shopping Centre, so you can take your code to Shore City and fill out a physical entry form if you prefer. You can enter as many times as you like (one entry per transaction), so the more you shop, the higher your chances of winning! There will be the occasional spot prize up for grabs too, so make sure you’re following us on Facebook and Instagram for more chances to win! Follow us: @ilovetakapuna. Who’d like a free movie date night in Takapuna? We’re holding Takapuna Date Nights at Monterey Lounge Cinema once a week until the 6th of July, and we’re giving away the tickets! We have a range of different movies scheduled, so visit our website to check the schedule, and register yourself in the ballot for a chance to win your free date night in Takapuna. If live theatre is more your jam, you’re in luck! The Bruce Mason Centre is excited to be hosting The Wedding Singer at the end of the month. Based on the smash-hit Hollywood film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, it's a hilarious musical comedy that celebrates all the fun of the ‘80s. Following sold-out performances on Broadway, across the UK and Australia, this feel-good musical is an adrenaline-charged hit – and one you won’t want to miss! So why not get some friends together and head into Takapuna for some early dinner or tapas and catch one of The Wedding Singer performances! Visit aucklandlive.co.nz for more information and to book. There are plenty of options around the Bruce Mason Centre, or Monterey Lounge Cinema to grab a bite to eat before your show or movie – you can’t go wrong! From quality dining and tapas from Nanam and Taylor’s on Hurstmere, to delicious meals at Elephant Wrestler around the Bruce Mason Centre, to quick eats from Burgerfuel, Fatima's and Winner Winner, fun and energetic Sakebar Nippon, to warming and comforting options at Al Forno

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JUNE – JULY EVENTS IN TAKAPUNA

• May – 6 July: Takapuna Date Nights at the Movies • May – 31 July: Aotearoa Music Photography Exhibit • 4 June: Bruce Mason Centre: 7 Days Live • 4 June: Queens Birthday Market Takapuna • 11-19 June: The PumpHouse, The Woman in Black • 13 June: Bruce Mason Centre, Morning Melodies – Robin Kelly & Friends • 15 June: Bruce Mason Centre, World of Musicals • 25 June: ‘We Dig Matariki’ Plant Market • 26 June: Elephant Wrestler, Motel California – Eagles Tribute Band • 30 June – 17 July: Bruce Mason Centre, The Wedding Singer • 30 June: Elephant Wrestler, Drag Queen Bingo • 18 July: Bruce Mason Centre, Jackie Clarke • 20 July: Bruce Mason Centre, Matariki Glow Show • 23 July: Bruce Mason Centre, The Guilty Feminist • 28 July: Elephant Wrestler, Drag Queen Bingo • 28-31 July: Takapuna Winter Lights 2022

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RESENE COLORSHOP

Breathe easy and beautify your home with kiwi-made Resene Zylone Sheen waterborne low sheen in your favourite Resene colours. It’s low odour, Environmental Choice and Sensitive Choice approved, making it ideal for a fresh new look on living room and bedroom walls. 1 Auburn St, Takapuna, 09 489 1540 2 Tawa Drive, Albany, 09 414 6500 8 Croftfield Lane, Wairau Park, 09 444 4387

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CRAVEHOME

Layer up this winter with our luxe collection of soft cashmere throws, cosy wool blankets and lighter cotton layers. There’s a colour, texture and pattern for everyone. Come and have a play with our in-house styling service and select the right layer for you. Visit our flagship store. 30 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead 09 419 9535 www.cravehome.co.nz

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LAY ME DOWN

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Lay Me Down makes beautiful tablescapes simple. From birthdays, to date nights, bridal showers, long lunches and more. Your tablescape rental is delivered to your door with everything you need to lay a perfectly curated table for you & your guests to enjoy. Rent. Set. Return. www.laymedown.co.nz Instagram @laymedownltd

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INVESTING WITH DABS CONSULTING

Property investment risk versus reward… As I recover from Covid I am writing this next article while listening to a webinar by a UK institutional company sharing their view on the 2022 outlook. Participants were asked to vote on the drivers they saw to performance in 2022, and Covid scored a mere 2%. The two top scores were inflation and geopolitics, which I believe is an expected response from a region that is experiencing rounds two and three of Covid as many of the G20 markets move forward in a post-Covid environment. The Russian invasion of Ukraine, high inflation and corresponding interest rates, the fall of crypto currency and the drop in global share markets would indicate that an economic contraction of sorts is around the corner. Lara Weaver. Economic and financial decoupling with Russia and the imposed sanctions have seen countries around the world find ways to rely less on Russia for materials and energy supplies. In March, Shanghai responded with a zero tolerance approach to Covid when the population of 26 million went into lockdown. This has put further pressure on supply chains and pricing for materials and products imported into New Zealand. It is no surprise that the cost of living has increased for energy and food; both are essential for consumers.

As we navigate these uncertain times, we need to consider the risk of real estate investment versus the reward. As we navigate these uncertain times, we need to consider the risk of real estate investment versus the reward. Investing in resilient sectors is on the mind of many investors. Essential services such as medical, healthcare and grocery have proven to be resilient, together with industries supported by government subsidies, such as childcare centres. This government support provides additional appeal for investors. Typically, leases are in excess of 10+ years, with regular rent review cycles to maintain rental growth and investment performance. These types of properties provide enhanced rental certainty and are resilient in uncertain times. Supermarkets provide an essential service and their attractiveness as an investment remains robust. The challenge is to ensure rental growth during the term of the lease. Many supermarket leases are on a base rent subject to a turnover top-up. To receive the turnover rent top-up, a turnover threshold is set out in the lease. It is therefore important to understand the turnover performance of a supermarket and whether rental growth can be anticipated. The industrial sector for quality stock shows no sign of abating and goes from strength to strength. Investment yields for prime

industrial space are being maintained between 3.75% and 4.5%. With many industries choosing to address the supply chain issues by holding more stock, industrial vacancy rates across Auckland are sitting below 2% with strong demand from occupiers requiring additional space for growth. Due to industrial supply constraints and a lack of stock coming to the market, rents continue to soar due to lack of supply. This is assisted by consumers' growing appetite for online shopping as the virtual experience improves and the transaction becomes more seamless, which increases the requirement for retailers to have more warehousing space. Occupiers are renewing or extending their current leases and in some cases finding additional warehousing close by to meet their requirements.

The industrial sector for quality stock shows no sign of abating and goes from strength to strength.

Offices certainly have a future, but we are in a transitional period as companies respond to their company space needs by reviewing their requirements going forward. For many companies the response has been hot desking; you don’t have a permanent desk and there is additional collaborative space including breakout areas for employees to be creative, knowledge share and grow talent. Employers are challenged to ensure their employees are motivated to return to the office and leave the comfort of their homes. For many companies this means employees are returning to the office two to three days a week. We will continue to invest in quality office buildings, occupied by strong covenants which are well located close to transport links and amenities. We are on the search for our next resilient property investment. The hike in interest rates and strong yields make our thorough due diligence process to identify a new property more challenging. We believe in the process and the right property will be identified soon. Watch this space! For further information or to register your interest for our next syndicate, please contact us. You can also register your details via our website. Lara Weaver General Manager e. lara@dabsconsulting.nz m. 021 230 5989 145 Kitchener Road, Milford www.dabsconsulting.nz

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WINTER FASHION: LIFE FOR MEN

Scott Donovan with long serving Life For Men staffers Gaby Munro and Wendy Parker.

Italian brand Fil Noir is popular with Life For Men customers. Soft shirts that feel like butter with natural cottons that are super soft with underbutton collars.

Scott Donovan (right) photographed with customer and Life For Men supporter Cam Calkoen.

Two decades in Takapuna for Life For Men Their soft 20th birthday celebrations are now on! A Channel Mag feature on winter fashion would not be complete without a chat with Scott Donovan from Life For Men in Takapuna. Scott has been making Shore blokes look good for a long long time. For many he’s their ‘go-to’ person at the beginning of each season or for that special occasion. A catch-up during May held more relevance with that month signalling the 20th birthday for the iconic Hurstmere Road men’s fashion store. Scott says he has always had an affinity for colour and style. That came from his love of the '80s BMX scene and believe it or not, Miami Vice. Building old-school BMX bikes remains a hobby of Scott’s today. “When Miami Vice was popular on TV I could see it revolutionising the way Kiwi men dressed, and it did. In those days I was working at ‘Zinzani’ a popular men’s boutique fashion store in Browns Bay. I got the job in 1987 and took over running the store most of the time as the owner loved to play golf. I learnt on the job, taught myself really, as I was either going to sink or swim. I swam fast and loved it." ‘Life’ for Scott Donovan and his team started out on the opposite side of Hurstmere Road back in the early 2000s. By then he had spent 11 years with New Zealand mens fashion chain Politiks, progressing to be Sales Manager and Buyer. Scott yearned for his own business, so Life For Men was conceived. Twenty years on it is an institution on the Shore and Scott is recognised as the best on the Shore. “The name came from discussions with my wife at the time and we set about creating a store that had a real point of difference,” explains Scott. “We had a putting green, great coffee, and as well as menswear we had some other bits and pieces, such as furniture." The new store quickly gathered a strong clientele and a second store was opened over the road three years later. Then came the GFC downturn of the late 2000s and some belt tightening was required. But Life For Men has continued to thrive. “I do believe that our customers love to be challenged with their boundaries when it comes to fashion so they appreciate my take-noprisoners approach to making them look good,” adds Scott. "We have always had brands that are at the forefront of fashion so have had the range to ensure there is something suited to everyone. I have developed

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a rapport and trust with our customers that I can make them look good so most keep coming back. I have been fortunate to have very loyal staff during those 20 years, people who have share my passion for our business and clients. Wendy Parker has been with me for 12 of those years and Gaby Munro for 11 before she decided to emigrate to Wanaka.” Scott says men’s fashion has changed in recent years with a move to a smart casual softer look and feel. “We have stocked very well for that softer look and feel for winter 2022. That has been our success over the years, reading the market the right way. We have a wide range, including smart casual trousers, jeans and shirts. Included is a range of soft Italian shirting that feels like butter – natural cottons that are super soft with under-button collars. Things are certainly more relaxed and not so tight.” Popular brands at the moment at Life For Men include Fil Noir, Diesel, Scotch & Soda, Gaudi, Ted Baker and SuperDry. “We are loving the new Hurstmere Road (after the substantial makeover) and are receiving very good comments from our customers,” adds Scott. “The new street-scape has a real calm feel and we see locals learning to love it. Despite publicity to the contrary, there is lots of parking once people get used to the change. I am very positive about the future for Takapuna. It will remain our home that’s for sure.” The site of the current Life For Men store has been sold and redevelopment is on its way. That will likely mean a shift for the store over the next year to 18 months. (They will be staying in Takapuna.) As is his way Scott is looking forward to that challenge and the opportunity change things up a bit to keep his valued clients coming back for more. Due to the post-Covid period still being a little uncertain there hasn't been massive partying to celebrate Life For Men’s 20 year milestone, but Scott reckons there will be when they celebrate their 21st in mid2023! Happy birthday Life For Men, we love it that one of New Zealand’s very best fashion businesses is right here on the Shore! Life For Men, 31 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Open Mon-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

WINTER FASHION: MIKKO SHOES

Cheshire by Arche.

Sachie by Hispanitas. Stenton Bag by Hispanitas.

Burgess by Brenda Zaro.

Cecelia by Arche.

Stallion by Hispanitas.

Ultra-wearable meets forever chic

Wyvern by Wonders.

The change of season brings the wonderful opportunity to update your wardrobe – and Mikko Shoes does it in style with a sophisticated new offering of European style. We asked Mikko’s founder, Michaela Longstaff, to share what is inspiring her about the new season trends. Channel Magazine: First, tell us about Mikko! Michaela Longstaff: We’re a family-owned business that started in 2013, right here in Milford! We offer an extensive range of European, quality shoes for women who want comfort and style. Our lovely instore team is well trained in fitting and styling and we have an online store too. CM: Can you sum up the winter season style for us? ML: There’s so much to love! This season is our most indulgent yet, with inspired updates to timeless silhouettes. It’s all about gorgeous texture, sumptuous finishes and a deep, moody palette. A modern take on old-world tactility. CM: What new trends will we see at Mikko? ML: ‘Nordic Forest’ brings our evergreen love for the lush tones of nature into a new focus, with a muted take on the trend – think mist, moss, sage, and olive. Pale, creamy ivory and vanilla add an elegant sense of lightness and contrast to winter dressing in ‘Panna Perfection’ – while ‘Noteworthy Neutrals’ bring warmth into every look, from taupe to toffee and chocolate brown. Key style trends start with ‘Urban Trail’ – an updated take on last year’s lug sole sees inspiration taken from the great outdoors, with overt lacing and tactile textures, while ‘Forever Retro’ is for the lovers

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of leopard, flared heels and bourgeois brown – perfectly nostalgic when paired with head-to-toe knitwear. The ‘Chain Effect’ trend brings a modern chicness to new season courts and loafers, while the ‘She’s A Lady’ collection heroes iconic feminine styles with decadent hardware accents. Of course, as with all new collections, no matter the trend, the offering prioritises long-lasting quality and divine comfort – our non-negotiable for every pair we select. CM: Are there any surprise favourites? ML: Our cosy house shoes and slippers are flying off the shelf - a sign of the times perhaps with us being at home more. We have a new range from Spanish label Macarena which has been super popular, plus luxurious slippers from Ara and Gabor from Germany – all are a joy to wear. Pop in to see the experienced Mikko Shoes team at 121 Kitchener Road, Milford for a personalised fitting – you’ll feel fabulous in quality European shoes and boots, no matter the forecast! www.mikkoshoes.nz 121 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 972 2354

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WINTER FASHION Q&A'S

The year is going by very fast and the temperature is certainly changing. In this issue of Channel we have a focus on Winter Fashion, so we asked people from four very different local fashion stores about their businesses and what they have ‘in-store' for our readers for Winter 2022.

Classic cool at Yarnton’s Birkenhead and Devonport Bruce Yarnton’s parents Bob and Beth started Yarntons in 1945. Bruce now runs the family business with his wife Karen. Bruce completed university and a training programme with Woolworths but says Yarntons is where he has stayed. While a lot has changed over the years, the Yarnton name for customer and community service remains as strong as ever. Bruce explains to Channel Mag what his iconic store has to offer this winter and his favourite fashion memory. Channel Magazine: How are you responding to the trends in winter fashion for 2022? Bruce Yarnton: We offer a great range of vibrant, happy printed shirts (as worn by Paul Ego on 7 Days comedy show). Our New Zealand knitwear ranges include some great new colours including tui and port. RM Williams introduces a range of new seasonal colours in their proven basic styles. Generally speaking, we offer bright and cosy! CM: What's in store this winter that our readers should visit you for? BY: As usual, we have a comprehensive size range RM Williams boots in the popular colours at unbeatable prices. Another crowd pleaser is the extensive range of quality Swanndri products. Glerup wool felted slippers are another popular item for us. Ladies always visit for the Vassalli and Bay Road range. CM: Are there any tips or tricks for putting together an outfit that you follow yourself? BY: Go for comfort and colour every time. CM: What's your go-to outfit? BY: RM Williams jeans, a colourful Berlin shirt topped off with a cosy Noble Wilde possum/merino jersey in one of the latest colours.

Bruce Yarnton.

CM: What is the product in your store that you've got your eye on this winter? BY: More Swanndri flannel shirts – you can’t have enough at $29.95! CM: Best fashion memory and why? BY: Starsky and Hutch cardigan.Legendary. Visit Yarntons at Birkenhead – 18 Mokoia Road, or Devonport – 69 Victoria Road.

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Winter at Cosi Fan Tutte, the emporium of beautiful objects in Devonport Debbie Grenfell is the owner of Cosi Fan Tutte, a Devonport store (or emporium of beautiful objects as they refer to it) with roots in Christchurch. Debbie’s background is actually in finance. Prior to purchasing Cosi Fan Tutte she spent many years in various CFO roles in New Zealand and Australia. About six years ago she decided the time was right to invest in something for herself so I started looking for a suitable business. She had always loved Cosi Fan Tutte and clearly the timing was right because not long after she’d begun the search the Christchurch store came on the market. A few years later, the wonderful Devonport store was for sale and whilst she hadn’t really ever considered owning two retail stores the opportunity was just too good to turn down, particularly with the lovely Lise at the helm. Debbie talks to Channel Magazine about the business, winter dressing and what her store has to offer. Channel Magazine: What trends are you forecasting this season in winter fashion? Debbie Grenfell: Through the Cosi Fan Tutte lens, we’re seeing gorgeous layers, tops and dresses with slightly fuller sleeves, longer lengths, timeless knitwear, beautiful natural fibres – wool, linen, silks, and viscose, darker moody hues interspersed with pops of colour like brilliant emerald! It’s cosy and it’s trans seasonal and it’s timeless. CM: What's in store this winter that our readers should visit you for? DG: Definitely our stunning Eribe knitwear as it’s such a timeless classic. Magnolia Pearl, our exquisitely artful highly coveted clothing range from Texas. The range is as diverse as it is beautiful and out of respect for its uniqueness, we only purchase single units and very rarely repeat so it’s best to pop in regularly or follow our socials to ensure you get in early! A little closer to home, we have our fabulous range from NZ designer, Jason Lingard, his styles, cuts and fabrics are so flattering. Jason really understands the female form so there is pretty much something for everyone in each of his collections. CM: Are there any tips or tricks for putting together an outfit that you follow yourself? DG: Wear what you love! Wear the colours you are drawn to and take some time to work out what styles and cuts suit you best. For example, v necks or round necks, shorter styles or longer styles, sleeves or sleeveless. Above all forget about what’s ‘fashionable’ and focus on items that you love. CM: What's your go to outfit? DG: Dresses and boots regardless of the season. That said, I also love jeans paired with a shirt or tee. CM: What is the product in your store that you've got your eye on this winter? DG: I love some of the new seasons Jason Lingard dresses! I have one already (the gorgeous Hue dress) but am very tempted to grab another couple. My other firm favourite is our Eribe knitwear. I purchased one of the Alpine Cardigans this season (I now have two in my wardrobe) but am really loving the new Kinross sweaters, they are so soft and in such beautiful colours! CM: Best fashion memory and why? DG: It would probably have to be the 80’s, but I’m not really sure why.

Lise Jordain, Store Manager (left) with owner Debbie Grenfell.

Probably because of the outrageous outfits we used to wear and the hair! What were we thinking! Visit Lise and the team at Cosi Fan Tutte, 73 Victoria Road, Devonport.

Military boots and more at Tango’s in Milford Ingrid Dawson is one of the team at Tango’s, a well-loved shoe store in Milford that stocks a wide range of shoes including beautiful boots perfect for the winter weather. Ingrid’s introduction to Tango's was in 2009 when she started on the shop floor in Whitianga. Fast forward 13 years and she now helps to run all aspects of the business from buying and processing the stock to marketing and managing the seven stores nationwide. Ingrid tells Channel Mag about the trends she’s seeing this winter and the military boots she has her eye on. Channel Magazine: What trends are you forecasting this season in winter fashion? Ingrid Dawson: Lots of grungy military-style boots in variations that will suit even our most refined ladies. European classic boots and shoes that never lose their chic style and of course an abundance of sports lux which is a staple for our wardrobes year-round. CM: What's in store this winter that our readers should visit Tango's for? ID: We have such unique and diverse collections that will enhance everyone's style. From high fashion from Italy to designer gumboots from Portugal, including our DeValvede range of Spanish slippers. What sets us apart though, is the abundance of colour in our handpicked collections like our exclusive ‘Tangos’ range from Turkey and our stunning leather handbag collection. And don’t forget about our amazing personal customer service. CM: Are there any tips or tricks for putting together an outfit that you follow yourself? ID: I love to experiment with contrasting colour and pattern of existing pieces in my wardrobe and see it all come together with seasonal boots or sandals that will complete a new vibe.

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WINTER FASHION Q&A'S

Chantal Chilcott.

Ingrid Dawson, Tango's.

CM: What's your go-to outfit? ID: It would have to be my apple green skirt! I team it with a shirt or tee depending on the occasion, belted, and finished with my favourite Spanish Felmini lace-up boots. CM: What is the product in your store that you've got your eye on this winter? ID: It will have to be the Spanish style Viguera Gabi in Mariano. This is a funky military boot that will be functional with any look CM: Best fashion memory and why? ID: Getting flashed up in a fancy dress and killer heels and feeling fantastic. It feels like a distant memory when going to a function was part of our everyday life. Bring back pre-covid! Visit the Tango’s team located at 164 Kitchener Road, Milford.

Designer coats and great service at Chantal’s in Takapuna Chantal Chilcott is the owner behind Takapuna boutique Chantal’s on The Promenade. She has lived her entire life in Milford, attending Carmel College and raising two children who attended Westlake. Chantal has worked in fashion for over a decade and says she loves the lifestyle of the Shore, with Takapuna beach just a very short walk from her store by the Bruce Mason Centre. Chantal's boutique is proud to be stocking an exclusive range of fashion from New Zealand, Australian, American and European designers. She tells Channel Mag about her passion for all things fashion and what’s on her wishlist this winter. Channel Magazine: What trends are you forecasting this season in winter fashion? Chantal Chilcott: I love the New Zealand designers for their winter vests, beautiful merino knitwear and gorgeous coats. There’s some lovely stuff to keep Shore people looking great and warm this winter. CM: What's in store this winter that our readers should visit you for? CC: Winter is all about feeling warm and cosy while looking stylish. New Zealand merino knitwear from Paula Ryan and Visage are winter staples, as is a pair of Vassalli pants. We have many leading brands in store that have some lovely options for winter 2022. CM: Are there any tips or tricks for putting together an outfit that you follow yourself? CC: I like to wear the latest Paula Ryan bootleg pants in winter white with a sweater, a Sabatini leather jacket, a nice scarf and Paula Ryan boots. CM: What's your go-to outfit? CC: A pair of Frank Lyman Jeans with a white shirt and a Loobies Story fur vest. CM: What is the product in your store that you've got your eye on this winter? CC: Loobies Story three quarter length wool coat. CM: Best fashion memory and why? CC: I have lots of fashion memories of making my ladies feel happy and stylish after their shopping experience. Visit Chantals, 10 The Promenade, Takapuna Beach (opposite the Bruce Mason Centre entrance).

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Our round up of posts from local businesses on IG that we’ve double tapped (liked) and a Q&A with Bayley from Zen & Zee. Bayley Willcox is the owner and founder of Zen and Zee, a beautiful New Zealand designed and made merino blanket brand located on the Shore. She grew up on the Shore with her two sisters and now lives in Hobsonville Point with her husband and one year old son, Louie Zee. Bayley’s background is in interiors and fashion, having worked at Mildred&Co and Deadly Ponies. She talks to Channel about her brand and the inspiration she finds online. Channel Magazine: Tell us about your business Zen and Zee and how it came about… Bayley Willox: When pregnant with my son Louie, I struggled to find the perfect neutral merino wool blanket so once he was here, I decided to make my own. Working in e-commerce for so many years, I had always wanted to start my own side hustle from scratch and see where it would lead. The key focus for the business for me was on a sustainable product, one made from the highest quality materials and being New Zealand made (something I am super passionate about and proud of)!

Bayley Willcox.

CM: Is Instagram a source of inspiration for you? Who do you recommend following and why? BW: Absolutely, I find a lot of inspiration from Instagram, especially in finding other small businesses which would be harder to discover otherwise. I love following my sister’s pages for advice @georgiaellahomeopathy, & @taiyo__space for her yoga and meditation. @wornforgood for fashion & @bohemehome_ for interiors. CM: Which other local businesses/brands do social media well? BW: I love @simonjamesstore for design inspiration, local childrenswear @sunnastudios and @oatskids. CM: What are your goals/plans for 2022? BW: I have just launched a series called #zenandzeenurserytours to give other mums and mums-to-be inspiration so I am looking forward to sharing that and building it with our community. Seeing where Zen and Zee can go and spending time with my family and son as much as possible. Visit @zenandzee_ on Instagram or www.zenandzee.co.nz

Tucked under The Sentinel building in Takapuna, Hello Sailor offers a range of yummy options including one of the best date scones the shore has to offer (in our humble opinion). Home made and delicious, we recommend trying for yourself. @hellosailorcafe

We already love the baking mixes from Devonport brand Secret Kiwi Kitchen and we also find their baking hacks on their page very inspiring and helpful! @secretkiwikitchen

Dawny Adventure Club make insulated, stainless steel coolers and keep cups. The shore-based brand stocks in an array of stores and donate 10% of profits to the Mental Health Foundation. We can’t decide whether we want a cooler or a keep cup, decisions decisions! @dawnyadventureclub

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What’s Trending? You can find a great variety of products such as these trending at Glenfield Mall. Find that perfect winter item at these local stores.

Meet, Mimosa Flash, a new season update to our top-selling Hush Puppies sneakers. Designed for versatility in style and built with shock-absorbing technology for all-day comfort. Make them yours for $179.99. Discover our full Winter ’22 collection in store & online.

Living & Co Linen Rich Cushions 50cm x 50cm $15 each available in a variety of on-trend colours, our Linen Rich Cushion gives you the refresh you need for comfort and style. Make a great value addition to the lounge, or spruce up the bedroom for any season. Add a Hot Water Bottle with Sherpa/Faux Fur cover for $12 also available in pink.

Your Skechers Footwear Specialist Wide range of Skechers and other brands suitable for all foot types. Pop in for a free foot assessment. Bring in this ad for a 10% discount on normal priced products and go into a draw to win a free pair of Skechers. Valid until 15 June 2022.

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Dreamy Bedding Be inspired to create your bedroom oasis with cosy layers, bold textures and fashionable prints. Explore the bedlinen range from Linen House, priced from $189.99 (Queen size). Shop our M&Co cushions from $59.99, M&Co décor from $34.99, and M&Co throws from $89.99.

Enjoy a fun read this winter with The World’s Worst Pets by David Williams. These ten tales of the world’s worst pets ever will have children shaking with laughter. You’ll never look at pets the same way again! Marvel at Houdini, the magician’s rabbit, gasp at the chaos created by Griselda, a grizzly bear with a big secret and run for your lives! it’s FURP, the most monstrous goldfish ever! Available at Paper Plus Glenfield Mall for $19.99.

Need something to snuggle up to this winter? Pick your perfect cuddle partner from Yoyoso’s large soft plushie range. From these adroable Shiba Inu’s to life sized body plushie’s you’ll certianly find the right friend for these cold months! Range starting at $14.99

This long sleeve roll neck jumper is a wardrobe musthave! Available in nine different colours, the perfect addition for these cooler months. Add some layers with a scarf, jacket or coat to create your style. $45

Yes, Winter is still coming! Visit Elements Glenfield Mall to view the new Winter range of Capes and Poncho’s! Fantastic range to choose from, with more styles arriving soon! Starting from $32.99

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GARDENING WITH NEWHAVEN GARDENS

PACK & SEND: TAKAPUNA

By Jane and Jeremy Bain, franchisees at PACK & SEND Takapuna.

Top tips from Amanda Graham, Newhaven Gardens. North Shore Hedge Trimming, Garden Tidy Ups, Planting, Pruning and Garden Maintenance.

Rose Pruning

Amanda Graham.

A dry day in June or July is the perfect time to prune roses. Before you start, take a moment to study the existing shape, and think about the shape you are trying to achieve. With rose bushes, aim to remove between 1/3 to 1/2. Piling your cuttings next to you is a great way to keep track of how much you have pruned. Start by removing any dead, broken, or diseased branches. When removing diseased wood, clean your tools after each cut with rubbing alcohol or diluted hydrogen peroxide. Next prune out undesirable branches such as crossing or weak branches, suckers, sprouts, or those branches which are too long or too low. Generally anything thinner than a pencil should be removed. Then prune the remaining canes by cutting around 1cm above an outward-facing bud; make cuts at a 45-degree angle sloping away from the bud, allowing water to run off.

With any type of roses, once you have pruned, it’s important to makes sure the ground below is clear of leaves and pruning debris. You can prune harder with a standard rose, leaving each branch about 20 cm long. Once you’ve removed the dead, diseased, broken or small and spindly growth prune the main branches so the standard head forms a vase shaped with at least four (ideally five or six) strong leaders with outwardly facing buds. Leave the inside of the crown nice and open. Climbing roses are slightly different. For the first two years, climbers should receive little pruning except to develop the desired framework of canes. The younger strong shoots should be attached to the support to fan out evenly. It is the laterals from these canes which will bear next year’s flowers. Mostly, winter pruning of mature climbers consists of shortening laterals to two-three buds from their main base. Again, start with the removal of dead, diseased or broken canes and laterals. With any type of roses, once you have pruned, it’s important to makes sure the ground below is clear of leaves and pruning debris. If your roses have suffered from blackspot or other fungal disease then spray them with copper straight after pruning and again a month later. It is important to spray the whole plant as well as the soil around the base. Amanda Graham Newhaven Gardens Ltd Ph: 021 378969 amanda@newhavengardens.co.nz www.newhavengardens.co.nz

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The best courier options for sending domestic freight?

Jane and Jeremy Bain.

Have you ever wanted to know what are the best post and courier options available for sending domestic freight within New Zealand? It might sound like a simple question, but it’s actually very complex, with hundreds, if not thousands of ‘right’ answers, depending on factors such as: • What are you sending? • What is the urgency? (Does it need to be there today/tomorrow/next week?) • What is the value of the items being shipped? (For high value items, security considerations are paramount.) • Is it fragile, and if so, is it sufficiently well packed? (Do you need professional packing services?) • Are you sending to a business or a residential address? • Will someone be there to receive and sign for the delivery? When sending freight throughout New Zealand, consignments can travel through a variety of transport modes. Most courier companies specialise in one or more transport modes, such as road (via trucks and vans) or air (via commercial airliners and dedicated cargo planes) and their delivery infrastructure and capabilities may be stronger in certain parts of New Zealand. Your local Pack & Send has the great advantage of alliances with a wide range of the best courier companies across New Zealand, and the world. Because they send so much freight, they are able to negotiate great rates – and pass on the savings to their customers. This enables them to offer an unrivalled range of freight services and transport solutions, and enhance them with their experience to deliver to their customers a great deal of added value. With their famous ‘No Limits’ philosophy, the staff at Pack & Send are able to tailor personalised solutions for each individual customer’s requirements. These timely domestic delivery solutions are available to government, businesses, corporations, and even private customers and households. Pack & Send offers road, air, time definite, bulky, and palletised freight services. They can even arrange full containers and truckloads. They provide freight solutions for “Ugly” and specialised products. So when you’re sending your domestic freight, make sure you know all your options to make the most of your money, and get exactly what you need! Be sure to do your research, or just talk to Pack & Send and let us save you time, trouble and money! 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.

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TAKAPUNA NORTH COMMUNITY NEWS: WITH SARAH THORNE

HEALTH AND FITNESS WITH CLAIRE BELLINGHAM, LES MILLS TAKAPUNA

By Sarah Thorne, Takapuna North Trust Manager

By Claire Bellingham, Personal Trainer and Nutritionist

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Claire Bellingham

Most exercisers have experienced DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) in the days following a workout. So what is DOMS, what affects the level and what can you do about it? Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness is your body’s normal response to being pushed beyond its comfort zone. When you exercise you create tiny tears in your muscle fibres which lead to an inflammatory response. The damage causes muscles to respond by laying down new muscle fibres so there is more tone, strength and resilience the next time you train. Some people experience DOMS more than others. The extent will depend on four factors. The first factor is the nature of the exercise. The more intense / frequent / different it is from what you normally do the more sore you will be. Even if you’re really good at your regular BodyPump classes you could find yourself super-sore if you try out a Bodyombat class. A different activity recruits different muscle fibres which creates greater adaptations. If you want to keep a lid on your DOMS it’s important to start your fitness journey gently and push out very gradually with your frequency, intensity and variety of exercise. The second factor affecting DOMS is your personal physiology. A lot comes down to genetics – different people get sorer sooner and more severely than others. Some people experience 24 hour DOMS, others experience 48 hour DOMS. Some clients look at a dumbbell and get DOMS, others can push very hard and achieve great results with very little tenderness along the way. People under a lot of stress will hit overload sooner. There is no “right” amount of muscle tenderness. Some people like the soreness; it gives them a feeling of accomplishment. Other people dislike the soreness; it gives them a feeling of soreness. Customise the intensity of your routine to achieve the level of discomfort / pace of results that’s appropriate for you. The third factor affecting DOMS is your foundation habits. The process of muscle building actually happens in the resting phase, not the working phase. This means that sleep and stress management have a large role to play in gaining condition. Appropriate hydration and nutrition, particularly protein, are also very important in getting the most out of your workouts. If you’re getting your fuel and your recovery right you’ll be able to push your body harder and create adaptations faster. The fourth factor affecting your level of DOMS is your response when soreness strikes. It’s inadvisable to do the same exercise that created the soreness. You’ll not only prolong discomfort, you’ll also put yourself at risk of injury. The best exercise when you’re super-sore is low intensity cardio to flush oxygenated blood through your recovering muscles. A brisk walk can be a great active recovery. Go easy on stretching and rolling if you’re already sore – inflammation makes muscles sensitive and stretching doesn’t make them recover any faster. A bit of muscle soreness and tightness is a good sign; it shows you worked hard and that means your body needs to adapt and change. Your routine should ultimately make you feel better not worse. It’s important to remember that exercise is a tool to improve your health, vitality and quality of life. If you aren’t achieving those things then your approach might need a tweak. Les Mills Takapuna, Rooftop Level, Shore City, Takapuna 0800 LES MILLS lesmills.co.nz clairebellingham.co.nz claire@clairebellingham.co.nz

Community Network Meeting

Sarah Thorne

Our next collaborative community network meeting with ANCAD is 9th June at the revised time of 4-6pm. Venue to be advised. This will be also be a thank you event for volunteers. Please RSVP to Sarah Thorne on office@takapunatrust.org.nz for catering and room management purposes.

Conservation drop-in session: Would you like to become a kaitiaki on World Environment Day? Come collect a free rat or possum trap or rodent bait station and join us in predator control to restore our native bird songs. Date: 4th June 2022 Time: 11am-3pm Location: Takapuna Library Predator Control Course - taught in Mandarin “Pupuke Birdsong Project x Pest Free Kaipātiki 联合工作坊: 防治鼠害 - 恢复原生鸟鸣” 来学习新西兰的独特生态环境，认识新西兰原生鸟类，辨认及防治入侵物种，和参与生态缓冲区计划。日期：六月十八日 (星期六) 时间：早上十时半至中午十二时地点： Glenfield Greyhounds Clubrooms, 144 Sycamore Drive, Sunnynook, Auckland 0620. Winter Fun preschool play Free Winter Fun preschool play is running at our local community centres on Mondays and Wednesdays 10am-12 noon. Follow our Facebook page Facebook/summerfunplay to be kept informed about indoor Winter Fun sessions or visit our website www. takapunatrust.org.nz to download a full timetable. Where can you find out more about what’s happening? Visit www.takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook/Instagram @takapunanorthtrust Phone Sarah Thorne (Takapuna North Community Trust Manager) on 486 2098 or email: office@takapunatrust.org.nz

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SHORE TRAVEL

Alaska – When to go? New Zealand is finally opening to the world. We are experiencing a growing demand from Kiwis ready to return to travelling and exploring parts of the world that have been on their wish list for the past two years. The government has also reduced the compliance required to return home, which now makes travel a lot easier. Alaska is on many bucket lists. These are the highlights: Fjords, glaciers & icebergs: The glacial wonderlands of Alaska’s coastline are nothing short of spectacular. Sail around the coves and inlets of Kenai Fjords National Park to explore fjords, glaciers and marine wildlife. Kayak the protected, icy waters or Prince William Sound or cruise through Glacier Bay National Park and preserve to discover icebergs the size of small buildings. Alaska’s Arctic: The Dalton highway traverses this vast and rugged region, crossing in to the Arctic Circle and travelling up to America’s richest oil field at Prudhoe Bay. Pass through the unspoilt wilderness of the Brooks Range, visit unique native villages and dip your toe in the Arctic Ocean. Heritage and culture: There are many different places to experience the traditions, history and culture of Alaska and their people. Learn more about the Alaska Native Heritage Centre in Anchorage. From old gold mining towns like Dawson City to still-thriving Alaska Native communities, you’ll uncover an interesting mix of cultures.

Spectacular rail journey: Alaska’s iconic rail journeys give you an experience unlike any other, allowing you to discover otherwise inaccessible terrain. Traverse Southcentral and Interior Alaska with the Alaska Railroad for views of the Alaska Range. Natural wonders: An experience not to be missed is seeing the beautiful Northern Lights as they light up the night sky. Chase them in the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Manitoba and Alaska, where the viewing is best from February to March. Denali National Park – America’s highest peak: Amazing aweinspiring Denali is the highest peak in North America. Its surrounding park is a wilderness that offers endless activities from hiking to flightseeing. The wildlife is excellent – see bears, wolves, Dall sheep, caribou and moose. Inside Passage – Cruising wonderland: Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage is like no other. See incredible scenery of mountains, fjords, glaciers and rainforests and observe wildlife such as bald eagles and porpoises. Visit unique communities including the city of Juneau and the fishing town of Ketchikan. Wildlife and unique experiences: Imagine seeing brown bears snatching salmon from a stream or humpback whales doing acrobatics. The coastlines of Alaska offer some of the best places in the world to view the incredible whale.

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SIMON WATTS: NORTH SHORE MP

By Simon Watts, North Shore MP

Labour’s Budget shows it’s not up to the challenges we face

Simon Watts.

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ANZ Bank has reinforced what we all know:“Inflation isn’t just a global problem that New Zealand is importing, it’s a domestic issue too.” This is a fact that’s also shared by Treasury. So, with Labour’s budget just released I want to highlight how the government is intending to address those domestic inflationary pressures. On top of a record $6 billion per year in spending, Labour is tapping into future budgets with $2 billion from the 2023 Budget and $0.4 billion from the 2024 Budget. And that lavish spending doesn’t even include the money set aside to tackle climate change or the Cost of Living Payment – we’re now looking at the government spending more than $9 billion per year! Why is this happening when unemployment is so low? Why isn’t this government doing all it can to reduce the huge deficit left over from the pandemic? Grant Robertson’s Budget just doesn’t make fiscal common sense. Going by Labour’s past and current record on fiscal management, National’s Finance Spokesperson, Nicola Willis, is right to question whether we can really believe that Robertson will keep to his promised spending increases over the next two years. Labour’s plan to spend its way out of economic mismanagement will inevitably take New Zealand backwards, and what will this spending spree really do to help Kiwis facing inflation at a 30-year high? The Budget’s Cost of Living Payment amounts to a threemonth sugar hit of just $27 per week. Senior economist Benje Patterson’s withering assessment of the Cost of Living Payment is worth noting here. He says:“It's just chump change compared with the real cost of living that's affecting households.” Patterson rightly points out that $27 a week is dwarfed by increasing costs for mortgage holders. Homebuyers on a $500,000 mortgage who refixed at a rate 3% higher will now be paying $15,000 more a year. That’s $300 more a week! We also need to factor in that inflation isn’t expected to get back below 3 per cent again until 2025. Which means the economic pain that ordinary New Zealanders are facing isn’t going away anytime soon. Food prices jumped 7.6 per cent last month compared to March 2021 and petrol prices climbed to a record high for Auckland motorists. Labour’s attempt to keep fuel costs down by slashing fuel taxes hasn’t worked because global factors are driving price increases. In this environment we need smarter solutions than this government is capable of. Extending the half-price public transport scheme for another two months isn’t a strategy, it’s a short-term fix. During the pandemic, I was saying this country needed a vision for how we were going to exit Covid and launch a more prosperous economy. All we’ve got from Labour is quick, ill-considered fixes and more spending. They are just not up to the challenge. Take care, Simon Watts. Email: simon.watts@parliament.govt.nz Call my office on 09 486 0005, Facebook: @simonwattsmp Instagram: @simonwattsmp

HELLOWORLD TRAVEL

Helloworld - a passion for personalised travel Channel talks to David Libeau, professional traveller and new helloworld tour host, about the joys of the world opening up again. He invites you to join him on his European extravaganza for 2023... Takapuna local David Libeau could well be described as a globe trotter, having extensively travelled throughout New Zealand and around the world over the last 40 years. His travels have taken him to USA, Canada, South and Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, Asia, Japan, India, Africa, Egypt, United Kingdom, Eastern and Western Europe, Russia, Scandinavia and of course Australia and the Pacific Islands. While grounded here at home for the last couple of years, his desire to see places has not waned and David is looking forward to unfolding David Libeau. his wings once more and this time sharing his passion for travel with others. With his professional career spent in the airline and travel sector, his foray into tour hosting seems a natural progression. For a self-confessed lover of fine food and wine, as David is, a luxury Avalon River Cruise taking in the Rhine and Moselle with vineyards and castles is the perfect fit for his debut overseas tour. Just to make it that bit more special is the fact that David was aboard the ship that will sail this cruise, Avalon Imagery 11, when she was on her maiden voyage in September 2018. Incidentally the ship’s godmother is none other than our own Judy Bailey and includes a spectacular piece of pounamu acknowledging its New Zealand connection. David has added his own touches to this tour with a stopover in

Singapore on the way, taking in parts of the city not always frequented by tourists. He has also handpicked the accommodation and restaurants in Paris and Amsterdam, backed by his recent visit to these cities, making this tour truly bespoke. If you are looking to cruise Europe in 2023 and Holland, Germany, Luxembourg and France are on your list then this could be the perfect way to experience these countries. ITINERARY The tour commences in Auckland with a stopover in Singapore. On arrival in Amsterdam there is time to look around and adjust to local time before you board the scenic cruise along the Rhine River to Cologne, Germany; a 2,000-year-old city known for its gothic architecture. You’ll sail through the dramatic views of the Rhine Gorge; the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles perch on cliffs 400 feet above the water. In the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse. Along the Moselle River, you’ll stop at the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. In Bernkastel, enjoy a guided walk and taste some of the region’s best-loved wines. Go on an excursion to historic Luxembourg City. Ride the high-speed train to Paris, the last stop on this fabulous European river cruise. Guided sightseeing shows you the famous sights of the romantic 'City of Light': Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre Museum. Then it is back home to Auckland, or you could choose to extend your European sojourn. Those who board a tour with David will be captivated by his charm that, combined with his passion and enthusiasm for travel and life, makes him the perfect host. If you want to register your interest for this river cruise or be part of our mailing list for future tours led by David, please email us at strandon@helloworld.co.nz

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KINGFISHER HOUSE

Kingfisher House - setting a new standard for dementia care in the heart of Devonport Kingfisher House, opened on 7th June 2021, offers private luxury Dementia Care with a firm and proven point of difference. The innovative model of care that underpins all aspects of Kingfisher House is an alternative to traditional aged care facilities. This fresh new approach is embedded in the Eden Alternative – care that recognises the importance of treating a person’s heart as well as heart condition; while doing their best to heal bodies, the dedicated Kingfisher House team feed the spirit too. Research shows that health outcomes in smaller environments are superior to traditional nursing homes, with smaller care environments proven to increase quality of life, Georgia Pert, Alka Chetty, Belinda Brice and Dayna Pert. reduce rates of depression and reduce hospitalisation for people living with dementia. With this in mind, Kingfisher House is first and Kingfisher House is part of the Kumeu Village family, privately owned foremost a home — it's warm and open with the familiar atmosphere and operated since 2015. Professional services offered by the team of a traditional home. The decor purposefully creates a sense of a includes: traditional Devonport villa with period features and personal touches • Dementia Care which work alongside the layout, specially designed for easy and We work closely with the families of our residents living with convenient living, socialising and enjoying the best out of life. dementia to choose the right home based on care needs and common interests. This helps residents to engage with others in the home and form beautiful connections. • Clinical Support Our highly skilled registered nurses are on site or on call 24/7, and can help out with all complex clinical care in your home or in our group homes. • Respite Care We offer a range of respite options from day to overnight care. Our Support Team will work with you to accommodate your preferences around location, dates and availability.

Kingfisher House promotes and prioritises the well-being that comes with taking part in the usual routines of normal life, and the residents enjoy and greatly benefit from the comfort this approach brings.

Unlike other larger residential aged care facilities, Kingfisher House doesn't run to rigid schedules – residents wake up in their own time, set their own meal times, have visitors when they want and are free to enjoy the outdoors. Normal day to day life is encouraged with residents living as closely as possible to how a normal household is run; residents and guests or family members come together to socialise, cook, enjoy quiet time together, look after pets, gardening and enjoying the outside spaces, often popping out to a local cafe or restaurant for a cuppa or a bite to eat, or taking a stroll on the beach. Kingfisher House promotes and prioritises the well-being that comes with taking part in the usual routines of normal life, and the residents enjoy and greatly benefit from the comfort this approach brings.

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SENIORNET BAYSWATER NEWS

IMMERSE: FOSTER CARE

By Ursula Elisara, co-founder and CEO of Immerse Charitable Trust.

By Dave Donaldson, President, Seniornet Bayswater.

Helping senior people become ‘IT’ savvy

Dave Donaldson

We are delighted to announce that Bayswater Seniornet is back having face to face sessions in our shared premises with the Belmont Racquets Club in Bayswater Avenue, Bayswater. We recently had a very interesting and rewarding presentation by Bindy from Love Food Hate Waste and she also cooked up a tasty serving of a leftover rice dish with a generous serving of spices. Noel Leeming has given us the following schedule of dates for a presentation by one of the their top tech folk David Hartley. We are looking forward to welcoming back David for his very informative and helpful presentations with input and questions encouraged from our members. Presentations start at 10.30am and run for approximately an hour with follow up afterwards. These are the dates and topics to be covered:• Wednesday 1st June - Social media • Wednesday 15th June – Online security • Wednesday 29th June – Broadband & Wi-Fi • Wednesday 3rd August – Home security cameras & door locks • Wednesday 17th August – Windows 11 • Wednesday 31st August – Smart TV & Streaming • Wednesday 14th September- Apple devices • Wednesday 28th September – Android use All welcome and bring your friends if they have IT problems. David from Noel Leeming is very helpful in resolving many technical issues. We look forward to meeting you on any of the above days at 10.30 onwards. About Bayswater Seniornet: For seniors, the issue of becoming more up to date with the use of our mobile phones and computers (IT) becomes even more important. Many of us will have found that re-registering a car, for example, is next to impossible if we only have cash and no internet access. Seniornet Bayswater welcomes you to attend informal classes at our excellent venue that we share with the Belmont Racquets Club at 133 Bayswater Road, Bayswater. We do not charge for attending classes but ask for a modest membership fee of $40.00 per year, once you are satisfied that the tuition and new skills you acquire are of value to you. They will be. Once you understand more about the internet, then a whole range of things will become much easier for you. That is the experience of other Seniornet attendees. You’ll really enjoy the social aspect of Seniornet as well. If we can’t meet in person, we offer Zoom sessions on a variety of subjects, and again, these are free if you are a member of Seniornet. We look forward to your company and of working together to help resolve your IT issues. Please visit seniornetbayswater.nz for further information. If there should be any particular topics or issues you would like assistance with, please let us know via email: bayswatersnrnet@gmail.com

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Fostering

- a retirement choice

Ursula Elisara.

There is an increasing number of men and women who are choosing to foster children at an age when they could be forgiven for easing back in life. Becoming an ‘empty nest’ or ‘retirement’ foster parent certainly isn’t without its stresses, but it can transform many lives. Retirement can be a difficult time, losing out on day-to-day interactions with work colleagues and with families all grown up, you can be at a loss of what to do with your newfound time. Fostering allows you to keep building meaningful relationships, building long-lasting bonds with the children in your care, and providing them with a safe home. Many people think they are too old to foster and wonder if they would be approved. However, age isn’t a barrier to fostering, in fact it can give you as well as a child a new lease on life. A foster parent needs to have a lot of patience and tolerance and it’s fair to say that of people with a larger amount of life experience - resilience, empathy, and patience. It is these core skills, life experience, and a genuine desire to help others that we look for in foster parents. The retired status allows you to spend as much time as possible caring for the child in your care, which is a great asset.

Rather than become a full-time foster parent, you could also specialise in short-term respite care, where children come from their other foster parents, so their full-time carers can have a break. Whether you’re thinking of short or long term fostering there will be no two days alike. You can expect your home to be filled with fun, laughter, and occasional tears. As long as you feel fit and well and believe that all children deserve to feel safe, secure and loved then you’re ready to take the next step. With your patience and care, the smallest achievements will bring the largest of rewards. Retirement could be the time to try new things and push yourself in a new direction. What better way to make a change than fostering. Can you nurture her, so she can nurture her own? If you are interested in applying, email info@immerse.org.nz Or visit www.immerse.org.nz

FEATURE INTERVIEW: HELEN KLISSER DURING

Connecting and curating Global art advisor and photojournalist Helen Klisser During welcomed Heather Barker Vermeer into her Takapuna home, with the scent of freshly baked bread… When Helen Klisser During left her home near New York for New Zealand in late 2019 for her annual visit to see family, like all of us, she could never have foreseen what lay ahead. Armed with two suitcases, the Kiwi-born photojournalist and art advocate came for the summer and never left. With the holiday-turnedhomecoming, a North Shore family picture decades in the painting was complete. Helen knows she could not have walked into a nicer neighbourhood. Her newly acquired patch adjacent to Takapuna Beach is a beautiful coastal walk away from her parents’ home and a far cry from the USA she left behind. Her new neighbourhood has proved to be an urban utopia during the pandemic. “I’ve been blown away by the kindness and the ingenuity of this local community,” she says. A street WhatsApp group, dog walking by young neighbours, sharing of fresh baking, a burgeoning neighbourhood orchard, Helen’s list of evidence of a caring community goes on. Her father Johan and Janna Klisser met in New Zealand and emigrated from Holland in the 1950s. They have been married for over 65 years and have lived life together including creating one of NZ’s great brands – Vogel’s bread. They are very grateful to be together at the age of 95 and 92 and to be surrounded by their four children and their families.

It’s important to me to be involved in projects that pull together teams of creative minds working in search of the betterment of our environment… “The family is delighted I’ve finally come home,” Helen smiles. “It’s absolutely wonderful being so close to my parents.” She bakes bread for them almost every day and is grateful to have been here ‘in a bubble’ with them during lockdown. She has two sons – Max and Zach. Max works for Kiwibank and has recently bought a house with his partner in Birkenhead Point with his partner Eleanor. Zach and his fiancée Cara still live in Connecticut, where Helen was previously based. A period of 33 years living in the USA - mainly in Connecticut and working in and around New York - separates Helen’s With former Prime Minister Helen Clark,

The Baker’s Daughter - fun label - Homemade Vogel’s bread for family and friends.

Helen Klisser During taking a walk to her parents’ house with a loaf of freshly baked Vogel’s (secret family recipe!).

Kiwi childhood years and her life now. Born and raised in Auckland, she was a talented athlete; part of the New Zealand ski team and a former Sportswoman of the Year at Auckland University, where she studied art history. Her ski career ended when she broke her back in a downhill race in Switzerland. She spent three months in hospital and defied doctors when she went on to race again, coming runner up in the national championships in her first race back when statistically she should never have walked again. “When you have been so close to the edge, you appreciate it all so much more,” she says. A Humpty Dumpty ornament in her art-adorned home is a reminder of how life can crack. In one of her many concurrent roles, working as the ambassador for AUT has enabled Helen to shout about New Zealand on a world stage. She has been behind several global art success stories, such as the projection of melting ice caps installation on the United Nations buildings in New York, and her work as a photojournalist has seen

Two Thumbs Range near Lake Tekapo.

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Helen with her parents Janna and Johan Klisser.

her capture moments of tragedy and hope. Rwanda, Malawi, Congo, El Salvador and Nicaragua have provided backdrops to her work, their people the subjects. An assignment to Haiti in the aftermath of the earthquake in 2010 has a special place in her heart, and her home, with framed images taken on disposable cameras by children living in hardship, telling stories from her walls. “It’s important to me to be involved in projects that pull together teams of creative minds working in search of the betterment of our environment; how we can make it a fairer, safer place for everyone.” Helen hosted another Helen, former Prime Minister Helen Clark, in New York, for a guided tour of the city’s leading art galleries and museums, which developed into a friendship that endured. “In fact, it was Helen who suggested I stay in New Zealand following the outbreak of the pandemic. She warned me it might be too hard to get back here if I left in 2020. I’m very glad I stayed.” Her home has reminders of the many other famous figures she has worked alongside, from politicians to painters, actors to architects, all over the world. Connecting people – be it through art, or with a personal introduction gives Helen great joy. “I love taking pictures. To me, a photograph is a receipt of time. I love documenting life in that way. “There’s no greater gift than a good introduction,” she says. “The gift of introducing someone to another person so they both go on to grow a relationship is a wonderful thing. It means they each share a part of you that is woven into them and their new relationship somehow.” Helen wears a silver bangle, made from smelted gun parts. Her efforts to contribute to a decrease in gun violence in the USA led to the formation of a cross-sector arts initiative, #UNLOAD, alongside Mary Himes, wife of US Congressman Jim Himes. The pair brought together lawmakers, doctors, prisoners, shooting survivors, children of gun crime victims, rappers, reverends and more to open conversations and work towards solutions. Despite the ongoing tragic gun violence around the world, Helen doesn’t believe people are powerless to effect change and, to her, it’s important that apathy is countered at every turn. “We were working with children who has lost parents in shootings and who were afraid to go to school. We were asking how do we get

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Helen with sons Max and Zach

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rid of semi-automatic weapons? We were getting people with very different opinions around the table to talk. If you simply think you can’t do anything, that’s pretty depressing to me.” Her beloved dog, Pip, quenched her thirst for a canine companion this year, coming from a farm near her parents’ merinoproducing sheep station in the Mackenzie Basin. Helen’s 11 year-old neighbour volunteered to walk the German short-haired pointer following Helen’s recent hip replacement operation and previous double dislocation. As might be expected from someone who fully recovered from a near fatal ski-ing accident and was raised by a Holocaust survivor, the operation proved more of an inconvenience than a major life event. Helen hardly stands still for a second – literally and metaphorically – sharing the back stories to her many artworks with passion and pride as she flits from piece to piece. And the list of projects she is involved with is immense. From consulting on the proposed waterfront museum in Auckland with Sir Bob Harvey to the planned MoART complex bordering Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown, a collection of advisory roles and board memberships, a popular new Art Café blog, and high-end ‘Arts Safari’ tours for serious art collectors – this is a taste of what now occupies her daily life. She is ably assisted by a locally based Oxford University graduate Laura Cheftel to help manage her professional affairs. The dining delights on her doorstep make Helen fizz – new café

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United Nations assignment in Rwanda, with a free day /night off to see the Gorilla’s.

Helen and David Downs during AUT Techweek.

Kinship being the closest, Kyo-Ya Japanese being another favourite local, which she often frequents with neighbours. Bien Sushi is a regular stop for lunch, Botticelli is another winner for dinner, as is Tokyo Bay, and she adores The Engine Room in Northcote Point, as well as The Bridgeway cinema opposite. “There are so many incredible local places to mention, such as Takapuna Boating Club. I think that place is wonderful. And I can’t forget Takapuna Beach Café. That really is the emerald in Takapuna’s crown.” The Booklover in Milford in her favourite store and she relies on the artistic talents of Franca Logan at Florienne to keep her supplied in fresh flowers for her dining table. Arts-wise, she is pleased to have the Bruce Mason Centre ‘gem’ nearby and has a particular soft spot for Northart in Northcote.

“New Zealand has amazing artists and architects and really celebrates this. Chances are, when you go into a doctor’s surgery for example, you’ll see pieces of art on the wall. That wouldn’t be the case in the States." Her home has more art than many galleries. From the figurative to the photographic, the abstract to the avant-garde. Helen is a collector and a connector. A row of her own black and white framed photographs depicting candid NYC moments serve as a powerful pointer towards her past. And although now far away from the fast pace and short shift of Manhattan, surrounded by ‘delightful’ neighbours and lots of local love, these pictures act as a reminder of that Big Apple energy and that life, everywhere, goes on.

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SUNNYNOOK COMMUNITY CENTRE: NEWS

HARBOUR HOSPICE NEWS

By Bronwyn Bound, Sunnynook Community Centre Manager

Greetings from Sunnynook Community Centre

Bronwyn Bound.

Term 2 started on Monday 2nd May and it has been wonderful having our regular groups back in the Centre. We have even managed to restart the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) drop-in clinics with lovely Lily. Local Body elections: With Local Body elections coming later this year we are hoping to be able to run a ‘meet the candidates’ event later in the year. Have your say on who represents your community on Council by voting in the 2022 local elections. You can vote from 16th September to 8th October 2022. In some parts of New Zealand, local elections are also held for local and community boards, licensing trusts, and some other organisations.

Have your say on who represents your community on Council by voting in the 2022 local elections. The people elected to local councils get to make decisions about our daily lives and the future of our towns and cities. They set and collect rates, oversee town planning, and provide services like rubbish collection, parks and libraries. Local elections no longer include District Health Board elections. The boards are being replaced by a new body, Health New Zealand. News from our neighbours – Glenfield Rugby League Club Wellbeing Waka - On Wednesday 11th May, Glenfield Rugby League Club hosted a Wellbeing Waka run by NZRL. The evening was hosted by Jerry Seuseu and Ali Lauiti'iti, with Shontayne Hape and Jimmy Samu there to share stories and experiences, along with Cliff Thompson of Sports Chaplaincy New Zealand. This is an important first step for our club in this space, our goals are: • Normalise conversations about mental wellbeing • Give our members and our community the tools to manage their own mental wellbeing or to recognise and support those who may be struggling; and • Learn to prioritise our mental wellbeing alongside physical wellbeing. Check out www.sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz where you will find more information about the classes that are being run at the Centre. Email: office@sunnynookcomcentre.co.nz for more information.

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Phillippa Holley.

Phillippa’s passion North Shore local Phillippa Holley is one of several Harbour Hospice volunteers to have also contributed financially to its North Shore redevelopment. Here, we see why. Phillippa has been known to flag down passing motorists and ask for help to load furniture that’s been left on the side of the road into her car, to sell for Harbour Hospice. She has knocked on people’s doors, if they’re selling their home, to ask if they’d consider donating what they’re not taking with them to Hospice shops. And you should see her in action when she spies a Victorian pickle fork in a pile of discarded cutlery. Phillippa Holley is a passionate supporter of Harbour Hospice and has made it her mission to stop families from throwing away goodquality stuff that could be sold to raise funds for Hospice’s community services. The retired Milford businesswoman has supported the charity for more than 20 years – not only as a volunteer at the Hospice shop in Link Drive, Wairau Valley, where she has put her business acumen and sharp eye for quirky, saleable items to great use sourcing and selling thousands of dollars’ worth of stock for hospice over the years – but also financially. Phillippa and her husband of 53 years, Len, have kindly made a substantial gift to the redevelopment of Harbour Hospice’s North Shore site at Shea Terrace. Phillippa has even helped interested friends and acquaintances to also get involved. “Where else do you find an organisation that will support one in three people in its community?” Phillippa explains, when asked where her passion for hospice stems from. “The relief that people feel when hospice moves in to help them is overwhelming.” The recipient of two nominations and one award for Harbour Hospice’s Outstanding Volunteer of the Year feels this especially keenly because her own mother died “alone in a nursing home”. "I was in England unable to get home in time to be with her and the family had done all they could, but her suffering was beyond their ability to cope – there was no palliative care and no hospice in those days, you see. "I don't want anyone to have to go through that. It has haunted me my entire life, and this is my way of payback.” Thanks to an incredibly supportive community, Harbour Hospice has less than $1 million to go to reach its $10 million fundraising target to complete the redevelopment of the North Shore hospice facilities. To find out more about the project or how you can support it, email Capital Campaign Manager, Kate Thompson: Kate.Thompson@harbourhospice.org.nz.

Assisted living means Vic has more time to spend doing the things he loves

THE BENEFITS OF ASSISTED LIVING ARE LIMITLESS AT WILLIAM SANDERS It takes Vic about 50 minutes to stitch one line. “I started making them back when my daughter was in high school, however, I have made a lot of them since moving into the village.” While Vic gives most of his carpets to friends and family, he has also given one to Ryman, to raffle off for prostate cancer. “I’ve made carpets with old vintage cars on them, I’ve made ones with flowers, multicoloured ones too.” While the cost of wool for a single carpet can sometimes fetch over $200, that doesn’t deter Vic, who finds it rewarding to make something to give to people.

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“I try and find wool in the clearance bins and wait till it’s on special too.” And while Vic makes his carpets, he has all the help he needs on his serviced apartment doorstep. “I like getting my sheets changed and a cooked meal once a day. The housework is done, including my bins and I get fresh towels every day too. “Also, my daughter lives two streets away, it’s very handy for me living here. “I know lots of people too. There are a lot of people here that have lived most of their lives in Devonport.”

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Serviced apartment resident Vic loves life in his serviced apartment at William Sanders Village in Devonport. Being one of the first residents to move in, he says it’s perfect for him and his needs. “I bought it off the plans and lived at Bert Sutcliffe Village in Birkenhead for a while, while it was still being finished off. “I quite like living here, it looks out over the reception, and I can see what’s going on.” William Sanders is perfect for Vic, who is a part of the village Craft Group. “I like to make carpets. I buy the wool and the mats from craft shops and make them in my apartment.

TAMMY MCLEOD, DAVENPORTS LAW

Tammy McLeod (BA LLB) is the managing director at Davenports Law and a trust and asset structuring specialist. Tammy leads the Davenports 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 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.

Meet Richard and Becks Happily married nearly 50 years and now both in their 70s, Richard and Becks were beginning to think about the next stage of life. The retirement village lifestyle was becoming more and more appealing. The family home they had lived in for 35 years had outgrown them. Their girls were grown, the full section was starting to feel unmanageable and the stairs were a bit much for Richard since his knee replacement. They had a few friends who had made the transition and were absolutely raving about it. Richard and Becks discussed all this with their daughters, becoming more keen. They spent many weekends touring the different villages and finally settled on the perfect one. Richard and Becks were well-positioned financially. They had built a very successful business which they sold ten years prior, first investing the sale proceeds in term deposits and now managed funds. And of course, their Takapuna home had increased hugely in value since they bought it in the late '80s. The house and the managed funds were both in a trust, established back when they owned their business. Richard and Becks were the beneficiaries of the trust together with their three daughters and their children. The trustees were Richard, Becks and their accountant. In anticipation of their big move, Richard and Becks went to their lawyer to seek advice on the Occupation Right Agreement. She had helped them immensely with the establishment of the trust and sale of the business, but they hadn’t had much reason to visit in the last few years. She advised they take this opportunity to review their wills and trust documents at the same time. She explained that trusts had evolved over the years, becoming quite a specialty area. She referred them on to a lawyer who specialised in trusts for expert advice. The specialist explained that trust law had changed quite a bit since they set up theirs in the mid '90s. At that time, it was common for trusts to have extensive beneficiary lists. This would often include spouses as well as de facto partners. When the lawyer looked at Richard and Becks' trust deed, he saw that not only were their children and grandchildren’s partners and spouses potential beneficiaries, but also any caregivers for those people. This would include the nanny of their eldest daughter’s children. The lawyer said this wasn’t a common inclusion, but he had certainly seen it before. Clearly this is not what the couple had intended when they set the trust up. Richard and Becks were particularly concerned about their youngest daughter who happened to be going through a messy divorce. They didn’t like the idea that her ex-husband was a beneficiary of the trust. Unfortunately, the lawyer informed them that due to the age of the existing trust, there was no way to remove beneficiaries. He said that sometimes in these cases the trust deeds could be varied to include a power to remove beneficiaries which could then

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be exercised. But again, in their case there was no power to vary the trust deed. The only options open to them were to resettle the trust which meant setting up a new modern trust with a smaller class of beneficiaries and settling the assets onto that trust or closing out the trust and putting everything back into their names. Richard was reluctant to wind up the trust given the cost and effort of setting it up and maintaining it for decades. However, the lawyer advised them that the right to occupy the villa in the retirement village wasn’t able to be owned by the trust. Furthermore, now that they didn’t have the business risk or any obvious family issues necessitating a trust, winding it up would be the most sensible option. The trust had done its job and they could still protect their daughters’ inheritance with well-crafted wills. Richard and Becks took the advice. They wound up their trust and put in place new, more extensive wills. They sold their Takapuna home, purchasing the occupation right to a lovely villa in the retirement village. The balance of funds from the sale were added to their managed funds, which were now held under their own names. Their tax returns became more straightforward, without the extra cost of preparing annual accounts for the trust. Richard and Becks were very happy with the outcome, still with the understanding that the trust had done its job for all those years — providing peace of mind when they needed it. Tammy McLeod, Managing Director, Davenports Law

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SHORE PEOPLE – INTERVIEW

Bend it like Nathan! A chat with new Mairangi Bay School principal Nathan Janes

Nathan Janes.

By Aidan Bennett I love getting out into the community and interviewing people for these Channel Mag people features. Over the past 12 years it has given me the opportunity to meet interesting people from all walks of life who are making a difference. During May I had the pleasure of spending 45 minutes with new Mairangi Bay School Principal Nathan Janes. It was an interesting chat with one of the most passionate people you could meet. Nathan Janes is a football-loving Pom who hails from Cheltenham in the South-West of England. A mutual acquaintance alerted me to his nickname being Beckham and when you meet him you understand why. He looks a lot like the famous English footballer – complete with pony tail and tattoos celebrating his whakapapa. Nathan comes from a big family, being one of nine. The family has a strong Irish heritage. Nathan and his wife Claire, also a teacher (currently DP at Belmont Intermediate) moved to New Zealand for adventure in 2004. 18 years ago. Their time in New Zealand has all been spent

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living on the Shore. They love it. They have two children, Finn (17), and Maisie (12), who both attend local schools. While he has been teaching for 25 years, football and sport in general have always been a big part of Nathan Janes' life. He has completed a Masters in Sports Management from the Cruyff Institute, he holds an International Football Licence, has worked for FIFA and has been involved with national teams in international FIFA tournaments. Nathan has teaching experience in both the UK and New Zealand and also spent time as a key leader in the establishment of Branksome Hall Asia, a start-up international school in South Korea. He is currently studying a Masters in Educational Leadership at the University of Auckland. Prior to taking up this new role Nathan was an Associate Principal at Campbells Bay School. “I am privileged to be joining Mairangi Bay School as your new principal and ready to connect with our tamariki, kaiako and

We are very lucky to have staff doing a wonderful job in teaching and learning at the school. They are brilliant and a big reason that the school is in good hands. whānau,” said Nathan in the initial newsletter that was prepared for the school community just prior to his starting the role. He sees his role as a guardian of the school. The Friday I popped in for a chat with Nathan he was three weeks into the role and fizzing. It was pink shirt day and he was preparing for a full school assembly to be held later in the day. He explained he had spent the three weeks at the school, meeting and listening to both the kids and the teachers. The school has a current role of 428 students and 48 staff, including 19 teachers. The school role is expected to grow to up to 480 students during 2022. Te Reo and te ao Māori play an important part in Nathan Janes’ life. He has been on a learning journey for these for seven years. He says he’s not fluent but understands most things. The theme for the full school assembly was to be kotahitanga – unity together. The kura (school) is focusing on its values of atawhai (kindness), whakaute (respect) and manawanui (resilience). During our chat Nathan emphasised his desire to embrace the school’s wider community which is why you will see him being very visible at the gate most mornings greeting the students, caregivers and family members. Welcoming them. He encourages the kids to high five to practice the values of the school. There is also a weekly newsletter to ensure there’s good communication with the school community. Interesting for me was hearing about the school's online reporting system that provides constant reporting for families on the progress of their young ones at the school. Gone are the days when the end of term report was the only written report about progress of the kids. It’s now ‘real time’ via this app. While he acknowledges the school is in pretty good shape there are plans for enhancements for further improvement. Signage is likely to be improved with an aim for a more welcoming feel and better directional information.

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“We are very lucky to have staff doing a wonderful job in teaching and learning at the school. They are brilliant and a big reason that the school is in good hands.” explained Nathan. “There is a good 10 year property plan in place that includes a rebuild of the junior block in the not-too-distant future. That will be great for the school.” The Mairangi Bay School community looks to have found a good one in their passionate new principal Nathan Janes. He’s got all the attributes to be a very good guardian for the school with the David Beckham looks being a real bonus! Visit: www.mairangibay.school.nz

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AUDIOLOGY WITH TERESA BURNS

CHILDREN'S HEALTH: KIDZDOCTOR

By Dr Halima Maulidi, Specialist Paediatrician and owner of KIDZDOCTOR, a new paediatric telehealth service.

By Teresa Burns, Doctor of Audiology. Director and owner of Teresa Burns Hearing Ltd.

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Teresa Burns.

Did you know more than 75% of audiology clinics in New Zealand are now owned by overseas chains or hearing aid manufacturers? These clinics can have limited access to hearing aid models and choices or may recommend ‘locked’ models that can’t be adjusted by other clinics. What happens if you move or want to change providers? Teresa Burns Hearing is independent and locally owned and operated. Being independently owned means I can prescribe ALL brands of hearing aids and am free to select the absolute best hearing instrument to suit your needs and your budget. You’ll work directly with me so if something doesn’t suit, I’ll make sure we get it right for you. My reputation as a local provider is very important to me. I strive to do my very best for every client. I’m proud to say my clinic has been operating for seven years and is going strong.

My reputation as a local provider is very important to me. I strive to do my very best for every client. I’m proud to say my clinic has been operating for seven years. There’s an old adage that a hearing aid is only as good as the Audiologist that programs it. At Teresa Burns Hearing, you’ll see me at every appointment. I have over 25 years’ experience, with Doctorate and Master’s degrees in Audiology. It’s never too early or too late to get your hearing health on track. Whether it’s a baseline hearing test or you need advice on hearing devices, it’s time to schedule an appointment. Call Teresa Burns Hearing today so you can see all the options available to you, with no hidden agendas.

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Dr Halima

Maulidi When faced with behaviours of concern, parents often seek an assessment and treatment for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this article, I highlight conditions that present with ADHD-like symptoms. Awareness of these conditions offers the opportunity to direct appropriate interventions. Some behavioural problems like hyperactivity may be temporary and reflect a response to a life stressor like moving house. In other cases, the behaviour may represent a more persistent issue in the child’s life. Oppositional and defiant behaviours can be a normal part of child development. One example is the way toddlers forcefully assert themselves. Young children explore and develop their skills through movement and play; a high level of activity and impulsivity is normal at this age. This behaviour can persist particularly in children with developmental delays. Similarly, a child who is not able to communicate their feelings or needs becomes easily frustrated, often manifesting as aggression. Even older children need lots of physical activity; lack of enough exercise will result in a fidgety child. Insufficient sleep has a negative impact on a child’s emotions, behaviour and learning. Paradoxically, children become hyperactive and disruptive when they are sleep deprived. Missed meals can result in irritability due to a low blood sugar. Health conditions such as seizures, visual or hearing problems can present as inattention or talking loudly. Sensory-seeking children seek out sensory input by moving, jumping etc. Children with disruptive disorders including conduct disorder or oppositional defiance, are often touchy, easily annoyed, short tempered, argumentative and tend to annoy others. Emotional problems including anxiety and mood disorders can be hard to identify in children. Children may present with physical symptoms but can also manifest as irritability, anger and disruptive behaviour. Learning differences may cause children to 'tune out', avoid work or become disruptive. A child may act out of frustration or to avoid appearing stupid. Neurobehavioural features associated with autism include anger outbursts, irritability, aggression, hyperactivity, impulsivity and emotional dysregulation. To summarise, a child’s challenging behavior can be due to several different factors. A thorough assessment and understanding will help identify these and direct appropriate interventions thus ensuring a better outcome for your child.

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off with customised monthly progress reports – comparing all the metrics that mean something to your business. We’re a friendly bunch of professionals in an office on Bush Road, so if you need to upgrade your website, or your current digital marketing partner isn’t delivering results, we would love to help guide you through the digital marketing minefield. Joseph Marinovic, Managing Director mobile 021 520 098 | tel 0800 032 248 238G Bush Road, Rosedale, Auckland fabricdigital.co.nz

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ELECTRICAL ADVICE WITH LEWIS RUDALL LAKE ROAD ELECTRICAL

By Lewis Rudall, Master Electrician and Director at Lake Road Electrical

A simple guide to transforming your life with lighting

BECROFT GRAND OPERA ARIA FINAL When:

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Lewis Rudall.

Part 1: Why is lighting in your home important? Home lighting is a key feature that has the potential to dramatically change the appearance and atmosphere of your home but often gets overlooked. With clever planning and the correct choice of lighting solution for each space in your house, you’ll be able to create the right ambiance, adding both style and value to your home. Besides having a huge impact on aesthetics and functionality, lighting can also have profound effects on your mood, emotions, and wellbeing. • Emotions (both positive and negative) are felt more intensely under bright light. • Saturation is the intensity of a colour. More saturated hues can have amplifying effects on emotions, while muted colours can dampen emotions. • Blue/white light makes us energetic and can interrupt sleep patterns if exposed around bedtime, as they suppresses melatonin levels. • Red/amber light in the evening can help improve mental health, as red light helps increase the secretion of melatonin which leads to better sleep at night.

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The most common lighting options in a house are downlights and it’s a good place to start as most homes have low quality LED eco (economic) downlights and some still have halogens. Modern day LED lights come with a multitude of lighting possibilities for every kind of space, which will help create the ambiance you desire. There are a few things to consider when choosing lighting: high CRI (colour rendering), low glare, beam angle, dimmers and colour temperature. We'll dive into more detail on each of these features in our next month’s edition – watch this space! Lake Road Electrical is a family-owned business that specialises in residential electrical services. We currently offer 10% discount to all new customers up to $1,000, and $250 off switchboard upgrades. So don’t wait, call us now!

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YES DISABILITY SUPPORT CENTRE: NEWS

WILSON HOME TRUST: NEWS

By Sonia Thursby, CEO, Yes Disability

First Empowered Programme workshop

Sonia Thursby.

It has been a busy month for the YES team, engaging with young people, hosting events and planning projects. YES had its first in-person Empowered Programme workshop of the year, with Covid restrictions easing and making it safer for domestic travel. Empowered participants Empowered workshop, Auckland with across New Zealand gathered Cam Calkoen and participants. in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of May, to hear and learn from Cam Calkoen and connect with participants. Everyone came together to start planning the steps needed to achieve their goal and to learn how to turn rejection into affection. In May, the I.Lead team celebrated ‘Youth Week 2022’. In celebration of youth week the I.Lead team hosted an event called ‘I.Lead N’ Race’. Young people gathered at PHAB Takapuna and participated in the race, made up of several activities such as an ‘egg on a spoon race’ and ‘no hand painting’. The day was concluded with a lunch and an award ceremony for first and second place finishers. The young people had a blast hanging out in the sun with their peers and so did all the staff workers that day. UP Educate invited I.Lead down to Wellington to be part of its panel at ‘Shifting the Dial’. This was an opportunity for them to discuss their educational journey with government agencies. The panel advised the agencies on alternative methods of assessing someone through their schooling and the benefits it could provide. After the discussion the panelists had the opportunity to network with the agencies that were there and with each other. To conclude a busy May, YES has been invited to the Federation Conference 2022 in Wellington. This is a great way to form new relationships with other resource centres that focus on disability. The conference is about familiarising yourself with other organisations and the connections they offer, to benefit your own organisation and the clientele you support. After another successful I.Drive workshop earlier in May, YES is planning its June I.Drive workshop, to support others gain their licence. If you or someone you know is interested in attending an interactive workshop that goes through the New Zealand Road Code, you can register on the YES website – www.yesdisability.org.nz For more events and engagements look at the I.Lead social media and YES website.

Supporting families with children and young adults with physical disabilities The Wilson Home Trust provides a range of support information and grants. These grants cover equipment and activities, hydrotherapy, holidays, wellbeing and the latest grant is for young adults up to the age of 22. We love it when we receive photos of our families enjoying their grants. For more information about our grants please visit our wesbite www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz Steve Clegg is the Site Manager at the Wilson Home Trust and is responsible for keeping the site looking amazing. Last month we celebrated his 20 year work anniversary, it was a lovely event where many current and past colleagues were able to show their appreciation. Steve is valued by all of us at the Wilson Home Trust site, his cheery smile and hard work is appreciated by so many. As the COVID restrictions ease and we look forward to getting out and about again, we would like to remind everyone that the St Leonards’ chapel is available for hire. This gorgeous facility is not only availble for weddings but if you are looking for somewhere to hold a small event, concert or celebration then please contact us or if you would like to come and have a look around please contact Justine on 022 1211 477 or email weddings@wilsonhometrust.org.nz If you would like to know more about the Wilson Home Trust and the work we do, please check out our website www.wilsonhometrust.org.nz or Facebook page www.facebook.com/wilsonhometrust1/

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DEVONPORT BUSINESS ASSOCIATION: NEWS

By Katherine Downs Devonport Business Improvement District Manager

Devonport’s Three Rs

DEVONPORT NEWS

Devonport Community News for this month with Maria Teape, Community Programme Manager, Devonport Peninsula Trust Katherine Downs.

Reflecting, re-igniting and recharging are all on the cards for us in Devonport as we get in the Matariki mood! Matariki is about slowing down, stocking up for winter and spending time relaxing with whānau and friends. It’s a time to think about the past and plan for the future. We’re in the process of revising our Strategic Plan – couldn’t be more appropriate! Matariki is a time to recharge your batteries with kai, korero and entertainment. With this year being the first year of the Matariki public holiday (Friday 24th June), there’s greater awareness around what it means and how we might celebrate it. And this is exciting! To plan how we can enjoy Matariki on the Devonport Peninsula and to learn more about it, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki and Devonport Peninsula Trust has held a series of hui for local community groups. It has been fantastic to korero with representatives from our schools, library, Community House, Wilson Home, Depot Artspace and others on a regular basis.

Devonport in June

Maria Teape.

Your community has a great variety of accessible activities planned to celebrate Puanga Matariki, happening during May, June, July and August. Learn about te ao Māori, mātauranga Māori and tikanga Māori (Māori world view, knowledge and customs) through wānanga/ workshops, kōrero/talks, fun activities and festivities. Visit: www.rth.org.nz for details on events, times, and locations. Our free Hōtoke/Winter Fun Tamariki (0-5) Play programme starts on Tuesday 7th June, from 9:30am-11:30am, and continues every Tuesday until 25th October at Bayswater School Hall. Look out for more information coming soon: Facebook or Instagram: @devonportpeninsulatrust or visit our website: www. devonportpeninsulatrust.nz. Everyone is welcome to the Mid-Winter Dip at Windsor Reserve Devonport on Sunday 19th June at 12:00pm – registration opens 11:15am. There will be free soup and prizes for the brave and bold! Bring togs or come in a fun costume. There will be a fundraising sausage sizzle thanks to the 1st Devonport Venturer Scouts. For more info contact: Suzanne 021 412 001. Thanks to Devonport Peninsula Trust, Devonport Takapuna Local Board, Jeremy Schmid and The Officers Mess for the catering, and to the Druid of Devonport.

Everyone is welcome to the Mid Winter Dip being held at Windsor Reserve Devonport on Sunday 19th June… As a result of this, we are collaborating to hold a whole day event, Puanga Matariki Celebrations, on Saturday 25th June with activities and entertainment, a lantern hīkoi and Matariki streetlights. Why Puanga Matariki? Puanga is a star that rises earlier than the Matariki cluster and is more visible and significant to many iwi around Aotearoa than Matariki. From 11am there will be Puanga Matariki short movies at The Vic, face painting, a multi-disciplinary exhibition at Depot Artspace, lantern making in the former Westpac building, boardgames and storytelling at the library, kapa haka in the ferry terminal and more. Many will recall the beautiful lantern hīkoi from the village to the summit of Takarunga/Mt Victoria hosted by RTH and Depot Artspace in 2021. This year, as part of Puanga Matariki Celebrations on Saturday 25th June, there will be a lantern hīkoi leaving from the village at 5.30pm followed by the first lighting of Puanga Matariki street lighting on our heritage buildings. Throughout June lantern making workshops will be held in the former Westpac building in Devonport village. Come and make your lantern for the lantern hīkoi! Go to www. devonport.co.nz for more details about these free community events. Mānawatia a Matariki! Devonport is YOUR seaside escape www.devonport.co.nz

The Devonport Senior Forum is for people interested in identifying local senior issues, working towards solutions and assisting the older community where appropriate. Meetings are held monthly, starting with afternoon tea at 3pm, at A12 The Barracks, Fort Takapuna Reserve, 170 Vauxhall Rd, Narrow Neck. Meetings are held on the last Friday of the month, contact Nigel: nigelbioletti@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz or 027 924 3494. Shining the community spotlight this month on Devonport Squash Club & Gym located at 69 Wairoa Rd, Devonport: In addition to three excellently maintained squash courts and a thriving squash community, the club offers a modern and well equipped gymnasium with authorised trainers, an in-house physiotherapist, pilates and yoga classes and is home to Alive Dojo (Judo and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu). The club offers 24-hour casual squash hire (rackets and balls available) and attractive membership rates for the Squash Club and Gym. Please see the club website for more information/rates and what is on offer: www.sporty.co.nz/dsc. Call the club on 09 445 1040 or email office.dsc@gmail. This is my last Devonport Community News column for Channel Magazine. Thank you to all our readers, and the team at Devonport Peninsula Trust looks forward to continuing to bring you Devonport Community News in future. Ngā mihi mahana, Maria

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DEVONPORT MATARIKI 2022

Devonport’s Puanga Matariki celebrations By Christine Young Devonport Matariki events in the past have been a focus for community as well as shining a light (literally and metaphorically) on the significance of the celebrations. This year, a multifaceted free community event adds new dimensions and takes on additional meaning with the start of the Māori new year (measured by the rising of the Matariki star cluster above the horizon) marked with an inaugural public holiday on Friday 24th June. Devonport’s Puanga Matariki celebrations take place from 11am-7.30pm on Saturday 25th June, with the Devonport Business Association, Depot Artspace, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki, The Vic, Devonport Library and the Devonport Community House combining to offer a day of activities throughout Devonport. The free community events include lantern making, Matariki short movies at The Vic, a hāngī preparation at Devonport Community House, a Matariki exhibition at Depot Artspace (which has a closing ceremony at 4pm with live music, hāngī and refreshments), storytelling and Māori board games at Devonport Library, and kapa haka performances in Devonport ferry terminal. The day concludes with a 5.30pm lantern hīkoi (parade), featuring lanterns created during earlier workshops, from the village to the summit of Takarunga Mt Victoria. And once it’s really dark, at 6.30pm a Matariki display (projections, up-lights and festoons of fairy lights) will light up the heritage buildings in the village. The lighting display continues to mark Matariki every night for two weeks from sunset till late. Devonport Business Association manager Katherine Downs says the DBA is thrilled to be collaborating with so many local organisations. In the past, in collaboration with Depot Artspace, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki has held a lantern hīkoi up Takarunga and a hākari (hāngī feast) at Depot Artspace. This year, with more people involved and additional funding, “it is essentially this event but on a much larger scale,” Katherine says – and when she spoke to Channel, she was still coming to grips with the logistics of pulling it all together at relatively short notice. Everyone is welcome at the Community House to learn about hāngī preparation on 25 June. With greater numbers expected than in the

Lanterns of all shapes and sizes make a spectacular display at the summit of Takarunga Mount Victoria.

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Natanahira Te Pono (in distinctive pink and black shirt) helps with some of the details of lantern-making.

past, sharing the hākari this year is limited to invited guests – kaumātua and volunteers who have helped with the event – but there will be an opportunity for hāngī tasting at the Depot Artspace’s exhibition at 4pm.

Natanahira is also responsible for one of the major activities to feature in the event: lanternmaking ahead of the evening hīkoi. The exhibition at Depot Artspace, titled Matariki Tūhono ki te Taiao, opens on 4th June, well in advance of Matariki itself, which officially falls on 23rd June. Matariki Tūhono ki te Taiao features a range of multidisciplinary ringatoi (artists) who work in raranga (weaving), whakairo (carved objects), painting, and more. Co-curated by Natanahira Te Pona, the exhibition references Māori conceptualisations of time being guided by subtle changes and patterns in the environment, such as the appearance of the Puanga and Matariki clusters of whetu (stars) in the early winter skies, which signal a shift in the seasons, traditionally prompting harvests, hākari (feasts), the preservation of kai for the colder months, and the planting of new crops. Natanahira is also responsible for one of the major activities to feature in the event: lantern-making ahead of the evening hīkoi. He says the lantern idea came about many years ago. Matariki “pertains to the stars, hence the lights,” he says. He can’t swear to the authenticity of lanterns to celebrate Matariki “…as I did not live a hundred years ago” but kites were always part of traditional celebrations. Lanterns are easier to make than the kites, he notes, and the same principals are applied. Lantern-making workshops will run throughout June in the Puanga Matariki hub (the now-vacant Westpac site on the corner of Clarence

Matariki kites hang outside Depot Artspace, while music and dance provide entertainment inside.

The hikoi returns to the village. This year, light projections, uplights and fairy lights will adorn Devonport's the heritage buidlings. It takes a village to create a hikoi: the many small lanterns complement some magnificent creations.

St and Victoria Road, dubbed Te Whare for the event). The workshops, open to all ages, will be advertised widely – and there’s no need to book. If you procrastinate, or you can’t attend earlier, there will still be an opportunity to join in on the25th. “It pays,” Natanahira adds, “to come in groups rather than individuals.” Natanahira says he created the hīkoi “because I want the whānau involved rather than excluded by watching a static light show that cost thousands when the money can be better spent on the whānau and having their involvement and input.... Whānau feel more in tune when they are included.” If you want to really get involved, Natanahira welcomes lantern-making assistants, and will hold workshops to teach volunteers. “On Rātu 7th Hune (Tuesday 7th June) there’s a lanternmaking helpers wānanga at the old Westpac building from 6-8pm, starting with a mihi whakatau, karakia and waiata te aroha.” The whole event, Katherine says, has been designed with Matariki’s potentially fickle weather in mind. The daytime activities are all indoors – and the hīkoi up Takarunga takes place regardless, with LED tealights in the lanterns. “Fingers crossed it will be good weather,” she says. “Devonport is an incredible location to celebrate Matariki. To have a lantern hīkoi wending up the maunga is amazing. It can happen nowhere else in Auckland, starting and finishing right from the village. And then to have special lighting all along the street on the heritage buildings…. It will be stunning.” “We are grateful for funding received from the Local Activation Programme Fund, a government initiative administered through Auckland Unlimited to revitalise town centres in Tāmaki Makaurau,” she adds. “The impact of lockdowns has been extremely tough for Devonport businesses, and this event will provide a very welcome boost to our economy. Devonport Takapuna Local Board has also contributed funds, and our longstanding and ongoing support from them is much appreciated.”

FAMILY FUN • ACTIVITIES • STORYTELLING • LANTERNS • KAPA HAKA • ART • MOVIES

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PUANGA MATARIKI CELEBRATIONS DEVONPORT VILLAGE SATURDAY 25 JUNE 11:00AM - 7:30PM LANTERN HIKOI 5:30PM www.devonport.co.nz

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LOCAL LIFE NZ

Local Life

In Channel Magazine we love highlighting people in our community who make a difference. Two local Devonport peninsula people, Kate and Lauren, have created ‘Local Life NZ’ a social media entity doing similar online. We love what they do, so we’re now collaborating with them to include content in Channel Mag. This month they profile Anna, Natanahira and Bob.

Natanahira

Anna

“Anyone who knows me knows how much I love my high heels, and I can’t think of anything better than other people getting pleasure out of them as well. “The support from the community has been amazing -- I love the way that reusing and recycling has crossed over into fashion, and people feel a sense of pride wearing something second-hand. I know I do. “At the end of the day I want people to feel good about themselves, and if they don’t have to pay to do that, then even better. I’d love for the idea to extend beyond the ball season to weddings and fancy dress. We’ve all got stuff stashed away at the backs of our wardrobes that we hardly ever wear. How great that someone else can get joy from wearing it – and it’s good for the planet.” – Devonport resident Anna Yallop has launched a ball dress library (including dresses, shoes and suits) for use by Takapuna Grammar School students. Please contact her 021 799 314 or anna@rmltd.co.nz for further information about lending and borrowing items.

“Matariki is all about the change in seasons – it’s bigger than just the stars. The start of Matariki signals that winter’s coming and we’ve got to collect stores for the colder months when food sources aren’t so plentiful. Think of a bear or a flock of migratory birds – they hibernate or fly south to winter over. “It’s a time for whānau, a time for wānanga, a time for working the garden. It’s about a sense of wellbeing, of looking after ourselves and the environment. “It’s about living in the world that’s around us, and bringing people back to what’s really important. We need to get our heads out of the stars and focus on what’s in front of us – it’s a real change of mindset. “I’m a Devonport local from way back, and I love the fact that we’re making our whenua the focus of Matariki celebrations this year. The idea is to shine the light on Devonport, and we’re going to make it bigger and better than anywhere else.” – Natanahira te Pona (Ngā Puhi, Tu Wharetoa, Ngati Awa, Te Aopouri, Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Porou, Te Arawa oku Iwi Ko Matangirau, Mangamuka, Hirangi, Tunohopu oku marae) is a master wood sculptor and is the resident carver at the Lake House Art Centre. He is co-ordinating the Puanga Matariki Celebrations taking place in Devonport on Saturday, 25 June and is running lantern-making workshops throughout June. More details are available on devonport.co.nz

Bob

“We first got the idea when one of our Rotary members noticed that local children had made their own bike track between the trees by the golf club. It was just a rough track, and not very useable in the winter. She told us how much fun the children were having and that maybe we could help them. “We got the local BMX club involved, along with the Council and the Waitemata Golf Club. Everyone played their part to make the bike track at Woodall Park a reality. But we couldn’t have done it without the community – the support from locals has been overwhelming. We’ve had donations of diggers, timber, fencing, labour, signage and funding. Local people have turned up and worked hard at Saturday morning working bees, and the Narrow Neck Café has shouted us coffees. “It’s been a two-and-a-half-year process, but it’s been worth it. The uptake has been tremendous. Riders are coming down to the track from all over the North Shore, and it’s particularly popular with family groups -- young riders accompanied by their mums and dads. That’s what we love to see. “Providing community facilities for our young people is integral to us at Rotary, and the pump track is their own space to ride freely – that’s what’s great about it.” – Bob McGuigan, member, Devonport Rotary. Bob was one of the members, along with Libby Boyd, Phil Le Gros and Colin Cannon, who led the Woodall Park Pump Track project. If you have a story you would like to share or know of a local hero, contact Kate Dobbin & Lauren Lulu Taylor at hello@localifenz.com Follow Local Life NZ on Facebook and Instagram – @LocalLifeNZ

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Foodie Finds

Foodie Finds is a monthly column by Kate Dobbin and Lauren Lulu Taylor which profiles local food producers and their products in the Devonport area. If you have suggestions of products or producers for us to consider, please email Kate on kdobbin7@gmail.com or Lulu at Lulu@secretkiwikitchen.com

Fish ‘n chips by the sea Surrounded by the sea, Devonport is a fish and chips lovers’ paradise with options galore. From local chippies to elegant seaside fish restaurants, there are plenty of local options if you’re craving your fix of New Zealand’s number one takeaway treat. When the sun’s shining and you’ve got a cold beer in hand, there are few things more satisfying Fish Kitchen. than tucking into a newspaperwrapped pile of fresh fish and crispy chips. Devonport has a wide range of cult favourites, including Bema Takeaway on Vauxhall Road which has everything you could want for a seaside picnic on nearby Cheltenham Beach. Fishy Business, on Lake Road, boasts the best-battered oysters on the peninsula and also offers fresh sushi, which is the perfect graband-go option if you’re feeding the team or heading down to Narrow Neck Beach. If you fancy a view of the cityscape over a pile of cod and chips, then grab some takeaways from Catch 22 on Victoria Road and wander down to Windsor Reserve. They serve chips from Mr Chips – which many local fans claim are the best. Riba Fish & Chips, nestled at the foot of Takarunga/Mt Victoria, is a classic old-style fish and chip shop which serves up some of the finest snapper, blue cod and hoki on the peninsula. You can eat in, or take out – and head up the maunga for some of the best views of Tāmaki Makaurau. If fine-dining fish and chips is more your style, Fish Kitchen on Devonport Wharf is the perfect place to watch the sun set over a pescatorial platter. With a focus on sustainably caught seafood, they have adopted a zero-waste policy in the kitchen, with no fins, wings or bones discarded. Ultra-crunchy Southern Fried Snapper Wings served with a tangy Louisiana Remoulade is a restaurant fave, while beerbattered fried fish served with a homemade tartar sauce is perfectly crispy and goes down well with a cold craft brew. Other family-friendly fish dishes served with a view include the Torpedo Bay Cafe and Platter Cafe, both on Devonport’s King Edward Parade. Bema Takeaway & Cafe, 87 Vauxhall Road, Devonport, (09) 445 4441. Open daily 12-8 pm. Fishy Business, 71A Lake Road, Devonport (09) 445 7333. Open daily 11am-9 pm. Catch 22, 9 Victoria Road, Devonport, Tel (09) 445 2225. Open daily 11am-8:30pm, except Mondays. Riba Fish & Chips, 28 Victoria Road, Devonport, Tel (09) 446 0877. Open daily 11:30am-8:30 pm. Fish Kitchen, 1 Queens Parade, Devonport. Tel: (09) 445 1777. Open Thurs- Sun Lunch 11:30, Dinner 5 pm. Torpedo Bay Cafe, 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport. (09) 445 4670. Open Monday- Friday, 9am-4pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm. Platter Cafe, 33 King Edward Parade, Devonport (09) 446 6626. Open daily 7am - 2pm.

DEVONPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE: NEWS

By Justine Kinsella, Marketing & Activations Manager

A very busy few weeks at the house

Justine Kinsella.

We have an awesome timetable for term 2 underway with yoga, Tai Chi, karate, fitness groups, painting groups, elderly shoppers run, Jiu Jitsu, salsa, Te Reo classes, knitting group, table tennis, kids art club, Sports 4 Tots, toy library, roller skating and more! Our weekly timetable is on our website if you want to check out what's happening. Our ukulele workshops series sold out super fast so we are working on starting up a regular ukulele club at the House for everyone to enjoy on a weekly basis. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates. Big dreams start small! If you ever thought about starting up a class or workshop, or want to run an event, now is your time! Our community are out and about and looking for new, fun ways to connect with others. Come and have a chat with us about how we can support you to bring your ideas to life. A reminder that we have our Creative Series happening each week in term 2. Come along and play our new grand piano on Tuesdays from 11am, bring friends and use our art room to get creative on Thursdays from 2pm or book our hall for a music session on Fridays from 2pm. Only a gold coin donation is required to attend any of these sessions. Devonport Community House, Clarence Street, Devonport (09) 445 3068 www.devonportcomhouse.co.nz info@devonportcomhouse.co.nz

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EDUCATION: KRISTIN SCHOOL

Harvest Festival 2022 Kristin Junior School recently celebrated the annual Harvest Festival. This thanksgiving ceremony is celebrated worldwide in recognition of a successful harvest. The intention is to celebrate and reflect on the blessings of our bounty, and appreciate our opportunity to participate in this traditional custom. It is also a chance for the children to do something generous for their community and to celebrate the successful harvests that New Zealanders enjoy. This also fits well with our PYP, IB Philosophy of being caring and community minded.

Junior School students collecting food items from the chapel for those in need.

The Junior School children were asked to bring to school a bag of non-perishable food. In this present Covid-19 environment there are more families than usual seeking and needing help. This is a wonderful opportunity, through our generosity, to bless many families in the Auckland region. All the donated goods will be delivered to the Salvation Army and Auckland City Mission for distribution to families in need. Thank you to everyone who supported what is a very meaningful act of service for the children, and a time for them to show they care about others.

Kristin Middle School Success

Kristin Middle School has been recognised and accepted as an Adolescent Success Middle Years School of Excellence. This status is conferred following a rigorous application process where evidence of programmes and commitment to middle schooling is demonstrated. Adolescent Success https://adolescentsuccess.org.au/home is an Australian-based organisation that champions middle schooling and has broad membership across Australia and New Zealand. The review process included a blind review by the Adolescent Success Management Committee. Following the evaluation, Kristin has been awarded Middle Years School of Excellence (Distinction) status. This is a fantastic endorsement of over 20 years of middle schooling at Kristin School and is a testament to the amazing staff that provide such a varied and engaging programme across Year 7 to Year 10.

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Murdoch Thomson.

Zoe White.

Kristin Stars Shine Brightly at AIMES Awards Congratulations to Kristin Alumni Zoe White and Murdoch Thomson, who received scholarship grants at the North Harbour Club AIMES Awards Gala Dinner in May. Gifted dancer Zoe (class of 2017) was the recipient of the 2021 AIMES Arts Award and was also awarded the coveted Supreme AIMES Award. Murdoch (class of 2014), a legal expert with unique expertise in privacy and information security, was the winner of the 2021 AIMES Innovation Award. Provided by the North Harbour Club and Charitable Trust, the awards celebrate excellence in the areas of Arts, Innovation, Music, Education, Sport and Service to the Community. Each year, around 20-25 young people from the region are awarded scholarships in their chosen fields. Kristin sponsors the Education Award at the ceremony, which was originally due to be held last year but was postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Zoe, an AIMES Emerging Talent winner in 2017, studied in London for three years at the prestigious Rambert School of Ballet & Contemporary Dance. Her third year, due to be filled with stunning performance opportunities, was cut short due to COVID-19 cancellations. However Zoe pivoted (or pirouetted!) to use this time to achieve a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Contemporary Dance from the University of Kent via correspondence. Zoe's AIMES Award grant of $30,000 has helped towards her pre-professional year with the Sydney Dance Company and will support her creative and professional endeavours going forward. Zoe says it was a complete surprise to win the Supreme Award: “It’s incredible to be recognised among all the other people and what they have achieved. Dance is a hard road so it is amazing to see that it is valued.” Zoe says she skills she acquired at Kristin stood her in good stead for her experiences to follow. “The education I had and skills I learnt in analysis and critical thinking really set me up for my education at Rambert. The Kristin teachers believed in me and supported my work

to give me the confidence I needed in performing arts,” she says. Now that she is back in New Zealand, Zoe is reconnecting with the local dance scene and hoping to spend some time giving back to the community through teaching. Murdoch Thomson is an impressive legal talent, completing three law degrees by the time he reached the age of 21. After graduating from Kristin, Murdoch pursued a law degree at the University of Buckingham Law School (UK), finishing top of his class with first class Honours. Next, he went on to complete an LLM in international and commercial law, graduating with Distinction. Murdoch then followed his passion for emerging technologies, completing an advanced LLM in cyber space and telecommunications law at the University of Nebraska (USA). After a varied career advising Fortune 100 organisations and governments on space policy and security in the UAE and USA, Murdoch recently returned to New Zealand. He is currently the Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager at Cyber Research NZ and he also spends time supporting emerging talent, mentoring students and lecturing on emerging technologies. Murdoch received a $15,000 grant, which he will use to seek admission to the New Zealand Bar. Murdoch says: “I am genuinely very humbled to be awarded the AIMES Innovation Award; it’s a vote of confidence that the work I’ve been doing the last few years is paying off.” Murdoch says the support, opportunities and guidance that he received at Kristin has been invaluable. “What I learned at Kristin, I have carried through to my career. It’s also great that Kristin is involved in the AIMES Awards through sponsoring the Education Award and being part of a community that celebrates excellence.” Kristin Executive Principal Mark Wilson says: “Kristin is immensely proud of our 2021 AIMES Award winners. It is wonderful to see their incredible achievements recognised and we look forward to seeing what they do next in their careers – congratulations Zoe and Murdoch!”

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EDUCATION: ROSMINI COLLEGE

Rosmini College's Envirogroup.

Mangroves mission On Friday, 13th May members of Rosmini College’s Envirogroup, together with science teacher Mrs Eleanor Snowsill, spent the day clearing away rubbish from around the mangroves near the Akoranga Bus Station. Mrs Snowsill says the students first suggested doing this task in 2020 but their plans were thwarted both that year and the following by Auckland’s various lockdowns. She continues, “By 2022, the boys said it was getting ridiculous and Mauro Diependaele, the leader of the Envirogroup, said he had a plan and some waders. Year 8 student, Charlie Whelan, a new member, said his dad could fix some hooks to some ropes and so we planned the day.” Mrs Snowsill concludes, “It was clear when we got there that it was a huge and tricky job as the mud was thick, some students nearly lost

Mauro Diependaele removing a supermarket trolley.

their gumboots, and the trolleys and road signs were stuck fast in the mud. However, it was a very successful day with 14 shopping trolleys, one e-bike, one e-scooter, one bike, five road signs and lots and lots of rubbish cleared from the mangrove. As we left, we saw an eel swim unimpeded down the river.”

And now for the Oscars… Two Rosmini College Old Boys have been recognised recently for their achievements and, coincidently, both are named Oscar. Firstly, on Friday, 22nd April, Doctor Oscar Lyons, who was Rosmini’s Dux in 2008, received the inaugural Sir George Elliot Fellowship for his achievements in medical science. Oscar graduated in medicine from Auckland University and was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship in 2016 to study at Oxford University. His doctorate at Oxford was on medical leadership. On Friday, 6th May Oscar Thomas, who graduated from Rosmini in 2018, received the North Harbour Club AIMES Service to the Community Award for his work in wildlife conservation and photography. Oscar has worked tirelessly for bird conservation and he has won numerous awards and scholarships. In October 2020 he published his own book, ‘A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of New Zealand’ which sold out in its first month of publication. Oscar is currently studying ecology at Otago University.

Headmaster, Mr Nixon Cooper and Oscar Thomas.

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Doctor Oscar Lyons and Mr Nixon Cooper.

EDUCATION: TAKAPUNA GRAMMAR

Past and present students recognised at AIMES Awards The school would like to congratulate the following 2021/22 North Harbour Club AIMES award winners who are either past or present students from Takapuna Grammar School excelling in their chosen fields of work and study. AIMES Judges Special Award David Paligora (22) - Musician David received the Judges Special Award and a cash grant of $5,000 towards buying his own bass trombone.

David Paligora, second from right.

David Paligora.

AIMES Emerging Talent Awards Oliver Cain (25) – The Arts, Artist Lauren Towns (18) – Music, Singer-Opera Joshua Kirk (23) – Music, Conductor Janayah Wadsworth (16) – Music, Singer-Pop Alice Jones (17) – Music, Singer-Folk

NZ Top Scholars Award Winners The Top Scholar Awards ceremony celebrates the academic achievements of the highest achieving secondary school students in the New Zealand Scholarship Examinations. At this ceremony, held in the Grand Hall of the Parliament Buildings, two Takapuna Grammar School students received a Top Subject Scholar Award. Jade Poppelwell was placed first in New Zealand for Economics while Yuna Hamamoto was placed first in Japanese.

Jade Poppelwell, Yuna Hamamoto, Senior DP Will Scovell.

Liam Vogel wins three national Maggie Squire off to the titles at swimming Nationals World Diving Champs Year 10 student Liam Vogel competed in 12 events at the New Zealand National Age Group Swimming Championships held in Wellington. Liam won two National titles in 50m backstroke and 100m backstroke and three silver medals in 200m backstroke, the 4 x 100m U15 relay and the U15 medley relay. He also broke the 50m backstroke Auckland record. The old record was 27.99s and Liam swam it in 27.94s.

Liam Vogel.

Year 12 student Maggie Squire recently competed in the North Island Diving Championships over the school holidays, winning four gold medals in all the Senior Open events she entered! Maggie has been now officially been selected to attend the FINA World Diving Maggie Squire. Championships in Budapest (Hungary) in July and a FINA Grand Prix Diving event in Bolzano (Italy) along with a training camp in Edinburgh (Scotland).

Takapuna Grammar School Open Evening You are welcome to attend our Open Evening Thursday 28 July in Te Poho school hall. Two sessions will be held at 4.00pm and 5.30pm 5.30pm. Each session will begin with a presentation from our Principal followed by a school tour. We look forward to meeting you soon.

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE BOYS

Professional development thriving in the Centre for Excellence The Westlake Boys Centre for Excellence is a dedicated space that provides our staff and students with evidencebased programmes and opportunities for excellence and equity in boys’ education. Led by a team of three, the Centre for Excellence provides professional development programmes, mentoring opportunities, leadership and support for provisionally certified teachers. This year the Centre for Excellence has introduced a Professional Development for Prefects programme. Casey De Wit says, “We were conscious that we put a lot of time and resources into professional development for our staff, but we also want to develop our students further.” The programme includes regular sessions on what being a leader means, developing their leadership skills, and working with them on their goals as prefects. One of the development opportunities coming up for the prefects includes meeting with four Board of Trustees members to hear about what leadership looks like outside of a school context, and how they can apply some of the same principles in their role. Casey says, “We would like to help ensure they can leave Westlake at the end of the year with a sense of honour and pride in how they carried out their roles as prefects.” ‘Bite Size PD’ comprises 30–60-minute professional development sessions for staff, that sits alongside the comprehensive programme already offered for staff on Thursday mornings. Jude Arbuthnot says “Bite-Size PD is a chance for staff to present to their colleagues areas they are skilled at, giving participants practical strategies to walk away with and implement in their teaching practice straight away”.

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Centre for Excellence staff Casey de Wit, Jude Arbuthnot and Kelly Easton.

We were conscious that we put a lot of time and resources into professional development for our staff, but we also want to develop our students further. Another successful programme running out of the Centre for Excellence is the ‘Great Teacher Toolkit’ – a professional development programme that starts with teachers gathering evidence on their teaching practice from students, and then using this information as a reflective tool to inform professional dialogue around where improvements in practice can be made. Kelly Easton notes that “a variety of areas can be focused-on, including lesson content, feedback, classroom management and relationships”. “Because the programme is student informed, it highlights areas of strength for teachers, so they know what to continue doing, and analyses areas that may need more development so they can use the Great Teacher Toolkit to strengthen those areas. The professional development circle is completed by gathering information from students again at the end of the programme, to measure improvements made.

Westlake Founders 65th anniversary On Tuesday 5th February 1957, 117 third formers gathered for the first full school assembly at the co-ed Westlake High School. Westlake High School existed for five years at the Westlake Girls' current site, before the school separated into single-sex schools and the boys moved up the hill Former Westlake Hig to their current site on h School student Lesley William s, wearing Forrest Hill Road. Each her school badge wit h pride. single-sex school began with just over 600 students, and 60 years later they each have over 2,000 students. Last month, 50 foundation pupils gathered at The Bays Club to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Westlake Headmaster David Ferguson catching up with former students Reg Larsen and Bas Cuthbert. High School. A lovely afternoon was spent reconnecting, reminiscing, and reflecting on high school memories. Peter Burn, after whom the Westlake Boys Boardroom was named in 2021, spoke about how “life is made up of moments and memories, and Westlake really set me up for my life”. He also acknowledged current headmaster David Ferguson for the work he is doing in continuing the legacy and naming school buildings after long-serving staff at the school, honouring the depth of history at Westlake Boys.

Forrest Hill Primary School students taking part in a guided workshop with Dr Nick Brown and students from Westlake Boys and Girls.

Collaborative performance project Nick Brown (Across School Leader from Westlake Boys for Te Kāhui Ako Pupuke, and HOD Drama) began an exciting, innovative project with two schools in our Community of Leaning, Te Kahui Ako o Pupuke. At Forrest Hill Primary and Wairau Intermediate, Nick – plus two students from Westlake Girls’ and one from Westlake Boys – met with two groups of 15 students. During the two hour-long workshops, students were guided through a mixture of play and discussion around the impacts of the last two years. The joys and challenges of living with Covid-19 were examined through a series of guided questions. During these workshops, the Westlake students collected student voice through verbatim testimony and personal narratives.

Nick will now take these student testimonies and shape them into a drama performance, which the Westlake students will perform back – to the primary and intermediate students – their own words (wordfor-word) that they themselves shared during the initial workshops. This work is called Performance Ethnography and is a popular field of research-based drama, where wellbeing and healing are facilitated through the active participation and sharing of voice from young people, such as our tamariki in our Community of Learning. In Term 2, Nick will continue his work, as he visits other schools in Te Kahui Ako o Pupuke Community of Learning, gathering further testimonies, and extending and enriching the performance text. At the heart of this text (and performance) will be the voice and presence of our tamariki.

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EDUCATION: RANGITOTO COLLEGE

Top Scholars and a Prime Minister’s Award

- Rangitoto College prepares students for success Rangitoto College is immensely proud of the recognition that two of our students received at the Beehive in May. Each year, a special event is held at Parliament to celebrate the success of New Zealand’s top students. The highest achieving student in each scholarship subject receives recognition of their success from the government at the Top Scholar Awards Ceremony, attended by the students and their whānau. This year Ashley Huddart, who was a Year 12 student in 2021, received the award for Top Scholar in New Zealand for Physical Education. Ashley was incredibly honoured to receive this award and said that she “really enjoyed the opportunity to talk with and celebrate the achievements of some very inspiring students”. This is an outstanding achievement for Ashley and is testament to her dedication and hard work. In 2020, as a Year 11 student, she gained one of 15 Outstanding Health and Physical Education Scholarships awarded. In 2021, she gained top marks and Top Scholar with 24 out of 24 for a totally different selected document. Her topic of choice was Sport New Zealand’s Every Body Active strategy, which attempts to analyse the decline in participation in youth sport. Special thanks goes to teacher Jamie Sowter for her mentorship. In addition to the Top Scholars in each subject, this award ceremony also announced Cameron Senior with the Associate Minister of Education, Hon. Jan Tinetti. and celebrated the Prime Minister’s Award for Academic Excellence. This award recognises the success of the top New Zealand Scholarship student in the country. school’s belief that students should experience academic success The recipient showcases the highest overall academic excellence of all and be involved in the wider school community. Cameron showed the Premier Award winners. consistently high achievement during his time at Rangitoto College, Rangitoto College was honoured to see this prestigious award also receiving a number of Scholarships and a Premier Award in being presented to one of our own, 2021 Rangitoto College Dux, the 2020 round of examinations. His success is a credit to his own Cameron Senior. Cameron was annouced as the sole recipient dedication, and the support of the Prime Minister’s Award for 2021 by Deputy Prime Minister, and hard work of his whānau the Honourable Grant Robertson. Dr Grant Klinkum, NZQA Chief and teachers. Cameron is Executive, acknowledged the additional remarkability of Cameron’s currently studying a Bachelor success in a year that was so disrupted by Covid-19. In his acceptance of Biomedical Science at the speech, Cameron acknowledged the support of those who helped University of Auckland, with him throughout his time at Rangitoto College, explaining that “this a goal of gaining entry into award is really the culmination of the efforts of my family, friends, the medical programme. We and teachers who instilled in me a passion for learning." Cameron is are very proud of Cameron’s incredibly deserving of this award as he broke a number of records success at Rangitoto College with his results. and look forward to seeing Cameron achieved Outstanding Scholarships in Art History, where this will take him in the English, Geography, Health and Physical Education, History, Physics, future. and Statistics. He also achieved Scholarships in Biology, Calculus, Cameron Senior and and Chemistry. He was Top Scholar in three of these subjects: Art Ashley Huddart both truly History, Geography, and Statistics. These enormous achievements exemplify Rangitoto College’s come as no surprise to those who know Cameron. Cameron is an guiding principle—Great incredibly dedicated student and was widely involved in a number Opportunities, Great Ashley Huddart. of co-curricular activities at Rangitoto College, exemplifying our Students..

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EDUCATION: WESTLAKE GIRLS

Celebrating 65 years of Westlake There was a special celebration on Thursday 12th May, as 45 foundation pupils came together for lunch to celebrate Westlake's 65th anniversary. The former students were all at Westlake sometime between 1957 and 1961 when the school was co-ed. In 1962 - 60 years ago - the boys moved up the road, and the two Westlake schools became what we know and love today. The foundation pupils were joined by the current Principals from both schools (Jane Stanley and David Ferguson), and enjoyed showing photos and reminiscing about their time at Westlake. The lunch, held at the Bays Club in Brown Bays, was organised by Robin Reid, who was one of the first 117 foundation pupils who started as Third Formers in 1957. Speakers included Peter Burn, who also started in 1957, former Music HOD Stuart Manins, and Kerry Hallows (1957), who read a poem about the early days of Westlake.

Prefects come together for inspiration and encouragement This year Ella Dorward, Deputy Head Prefect and I - along with the five House Captains, Lucy Jobbins, Tallulah Salmon, Aimee Euston-Stewart, Ella Borrie and Holly Williams - were super excited to host the first Head Prefects gathering between local schools. On Friday 6th May, the Head and Deputy Prefects from Westlake Boys High School, Carmel College, Rosmini College, Long Bay College, Takapuna Grammar School and Rangitoto College came together to discuss Prefect experiences, listen to inspiring speakers and most importantly, connect as a group! Ice breaker activities quickly introduced everyone and it was inspiring to be surrounded by a group of eager, enthusiastic and driven young people who were all so passionate about their school. We were privileged to listen to guest speakers Jeff and Adine Wilson, former New Zealand rugby, cricket and netball representatives and leaders. They gave insightful and inspiring advice on their experience as leaders, which was particularly empowering for our own leadership journeys. Meaningful conversation about Prefect initiatives and projects followed a very delicious afternoon tea. The opportunity to connect, share and bounce off these ideas was wonderful as we heard how the different Head Prefects were tackling and embracing their roles in their respective schools. And of course, the afternoon ended with a very

competitive game of ‘snap’ between the schools. Sadly, Westlake Girls did not manage to win the snap game, and had to settle for second place after being beaten by Long Bay! The ability to host the event in the foyer of our new Event Centre was incredible as it was lovely to be able to showcase the brand new space. Everyone left the afternoon buzzing, with the other schools saying they are keen to hold the next event! Personally, I found it super inspiring to be surrounded by a group of zealous young leaders. We are so looking forward to the upcoming term and the Prefect gettogether added more fuel to our fire of wanting to be compassionate, fair, respectful and excellent leaders for the school community. And lastly, a big thank you to Deputy Head Prefect Ella Dorward for organising this incredible event. By Ivy Mitchell Head Prefect

WE’RE OPENING OUR DOORS! Have you ever wondered what an all-girls school would be like? We know it’s awesome, and we want you to know it too! So, we’re opening our doors to show you around our school. Meet the Principal, Teachers and Sports staff, tour the school, take home a goodie bag and see how Westlake Girls High School can equip you for global success. Tuesday 5 July • 4pm or 6pm (identical sessions) • Event Centre, WGHS, 2 Wairau Road For more information visit Westlakegirls.school.nz/open-night

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EDUCATION: CARMEL COLLEGE

Caitlin O'Reilly.

Caitlin O'Reilly, Principal Chris Allen and Greer Morley.

Greer Morley.

Carmel Students recognised at the North Harbour Club AIMES Awards Celebrating two remarkable Carmel sportswomen: Caitlin O'Reilly and Greer Morley

Former Carmel College student, Caitlin O’Reilly, was first recognised by the North Harbour Club with a Junior Excellence Award following her swim across the Cook Strait in 2017 – the youngest person at age 12 to ever complete the difficult 17.5km swim. Four years on she received a North Harbour Club AIMES Scholarship grant of $3,000 recognising the achievements she continues to make as an ultramarathon swimmer. “I couldn’t imagine life without swimming” says Caitlin. “Ocean swimming is what pushes me to continue to train harder and to do better every day. I feel at home with the ocean and have created many friendships. The ocean swimming community is not about being the fastest; it is about sharing common goals no matter how big or small." Caitlin is a LiveOcean Champion, aiming to use her profile and swimming adventures to help raise awareness for this local charity that funds New Zealand scientists and their research. This is used to protect and support our marine life and open water ecosystem here in New Zealand’s wider backyard where it is most needed. Caitlin is off to Japan next month to do the next leg of the Global Channel swims - there are seven in total.

Current Carmel College student, Greer Morley, is a high achiever in both canoe sprint and surf ski racing. She has won many national and regional event titles and is a member of the Mairangi Bay Surf Lifesaving Club. Greer says she was first introduced to kayaking at 12 years of age. “I instantly fell in love with the sport and really enjoyed the coaching sessions at the North Shore Canoe Club at Lake Pupuke.” Greer’s training regime consists of 4-5 hours per day, before and after school, and during weekends. She is out on the lake each day, training with Dame Lisa Carrington and Aimee Fisher. Greer’s ultimate goal is to represent New Zealand at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. She received a North Harbour Club AIMES Scholarship grant of $3,000 which will assist her in achieving her goals and to travel to overseas events.

Caitlin O'Reilly.

Greer Morley.

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NORTH SHORE HISTORY: WITH DAVID VERRAN

Philip Callan: Birkenhead and Northcote settler

By David Verran

Baptised a Catholic on 11 November From 1851, Philip and Jane were joined 1805, a son of Patrick Callan and Anne by another Philip Callan, born around 1833 (nee Duffie), Philip Callan grew up in and an epileptic. That Philip died in the County Waterford, Ireland. Around Whau asylum in 1875. 1838, he married Jane Mingy, a daughter Philip Callan senior is best remembered of Patrick and Catherine Mingy from as the landlord of the first Northcote hotel. County Meath. She had been baptised He held a ‘bush licence’ from 1858 to 1865 a Catholic on 7 August 1811. On 16 for the North Auckland Hotel, built from his May 1840, he and Jane arrived in own brickyard and a little distant from the Sydney, New South Wales, as bounty existing wharves at Onepoto Stream and Immigrants. The colonial government Hall’s Beach. The wharf at the Point dates bounty went to those who arranged the from the early 1860s. His hotel opened immigration. in 1859, with six rooms on the ground At that time, Philip was described as floor and five on the upper, including a a labourer who could read and write “a large ballroom. There was also a stable, little”, while Jane was described as a “farm outhouses, cowshed, stockyard, a well for servant”, unable to read or write. By the drinking water and a garden, close to his end of 1840 they had moved to Auckland, other brickyard and pugmill (a machine for in the new colony of New Zealand. Philip mixing and working clay) on Sulphur Beach. soon entered public life as in August 1841 In 1861, he sold three acres of his land he was a member of a committee setting opposite what is now Pupuke Road to up the Friendly Labourer and Burial Society Bishop Pompallier for ten shillings for a and later one of the trustees for fundraising Catholic cemetery on that site. the building of the Church of St Patrick and However,he was still heavily mortgaged. St Joseph in Auckland, which opened in From the mid-1860s, Auckland suffered January 1843. an economic downturn and he began to Map 4496-11 courtesy of Auckland Libraries Heritage In 1844 Philip cultivated two acres of sell off his assets. By December 1871 his Collection, Callan's Point (later Northcote) in 1871. wheat, barley and potatoes, most likely in remaining land was lost in a mortgagee Birkenhead as in September 1845 he took out mortgages to purchase sale. He had been the landlord of the Ferry Hotel on the Point from 56 acres in what is now the Huka Road area. In 1851 he also purchased 1870 to 1871 and in 1872 he briefly ran the Traveller’s Rest, but ended around 16 acres in the Lower Rawene Reserve leading down to what is up with just a cottage opposite the hotel, in his wife’s name. His brick now Chelsea Bay, near the sugar works. He established a brick works hotel was pulled down in 1882 in favour of the present wooden on that site and for a time the bay was known as Callan’s Bay. building. In 1852 Philip also took out mortgages to purchase around 27 In 1875 his cottage suffered a fire. Jane died 13 July 1881. She acres on part of what is now Northcote Point, from Bartley to King was intestate and her small estate was passed to Philip. Despite Streets. In 1853 and 1854 he purchased 76 acres in what is now the advertisements for a housekeeper and assistance from other local Recreation Drive area to the west of Birkenhead Avenue and 84 acres residents, he deteriorated further and was admitted to the Auckland in the Highbury area around Mokoia Road. He was a member of the Provincial Hospital on 16 August 1882. On 11 January 1883 he was local Hundred of Pupuke in 1856 and also purchased then around two transferred to the Old Man’s Refuge at the Whau asylum, suffering acres on what is now Northcote Point from King Street southwards. from dementia, and died there 17 January 1884. He was also contracted to build a wharf where Onewa Road meets My thanks to Brenda Knight for her diligent research on Philip the Onepoto Stream. Little wonder that the Point was for a time Callan. known as Callan’s Point, along with Stokes Point and then finally as Northcote Point from 1880. david.verran@xtra.co.nz

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Building Learner Wellbeing At AGE we believe that wellbeing is vital for a child to flourish. Without a solid foundation of wellbeing a child will struggle to reach their true potential but, once established, can feed their academic needs and encourage creative expression. By putting wellbeing first, we are enabling our

their emotions in a positive way, and to enable them

learners to become the best versions of themselves

to better communicate and empathize with others.

and in turn produce outcomes that truly reflect our motto of ‘Dare to Dream’. Most mainstream schools have a 90/10 split when it comes to academics and wellbeing; we’re more like 50/50.

WHAT WELLBEING LOOKS LIKE At AGE, we foster an environment that builds on this crucial wellbeing foundation through these initiatives:

EQ In a technology-based future, it’s never been more important for students to develop their EQ as much as their IQ. At AGE, learners participate in EQ sessions each week to help them to understand and manage

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Buddy Programme Our Buddy programme helps to build a great school community. Making sure that our new students feel welcome and included is a top priority, so we partner them with a suitable buddy who introduces them to their peers, learning coaches, and their new learning environment.

Pause, Breath, Smile Our team at AGE also completed Pause Breathe Smile training. The Mindfulness-based interventions benefit the learning environment, classroom climate, and wellbeing for all ages and stages.

Resilience Project At AGE, our learners Hauora; physical, spiritual, social, and emotional well-being, are supported by programmes such as the Resilience Project,

which focuses on three key pillars proven to

on the Mahurangi River. This purposeful day in

cultivate positive emotions; Gratitude, Empathy,

nature will see learners working on real-world,

and Mindfulness (GEM). We are the first school

hands-on projects in sustainability, seed to forest

in New Zealand to have invested in this project

regeneration, a seed to table programme to feed

from Yr 1-12. With its strong focus on Connection,

our community, and riparian planting to regenerate

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our waterways. You can also find our learners out

Health, the programme’s wrap-around approach supports the growth of mental health in the classroom, staffroom, and family home.

and about in our local community, at the beach, reconnecting with nature.

Nourish to Flourish Alongside these incredible learning offerings our Nourish 2 Flourish plant-based meals cause a flurry of great excitement at lunchtimes. Our families know that 3-days a week our wonders will enjoy fresh ‘home cooked’ meals made in our fully equipped kitchen. Plates are more often than not licked clean with students queuing up for more.

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week and is learning to be a support dog for those who may need comfort or assistance

that our students can cuddle or spend one on one time with helps to settle and ground our kids.

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on learner’s outdoor wellness by engaging with the natural environment at our 80-acre farm

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ACCOUNTANCY WITH BELLINGHAM WALLACE

Time to review your pricing (again) Without sounding like a broken record, this is a topic that is often discussed and debated time and time again. It all stems from your pricing strategy and the importance of a robust pricing strategy cannot be underestimated! When should I put my price up, how often should I put my price up, and can my market sustain continual price increases? In our current business environment, we are seeing businesses face growing costs for compliance with legislation, staffing pressure and subsequent wage increases, freight costs increasing on the back of fuel costs and congestion issues, increasing funding costs, supply chain challenges leading to businesses holding more stock than they traditionally would have, and underlying material cost increasing. Are you facing rising costs that haven’t been passed on to the customer? Are jobs being priced correctly? Have you put your price up in the last 3 months? All these elements create an environment that is putting pressure on our margins. Going hand in hand with the pricing discussion, is businesses having access to the right labour resource. Too often I hear about businesses that have significant projects in the pipeline, but with no staff to do the work. Whilst stock and the other factors mentioned above are sucking cash from businesses, the challenge of labour supply also cannot be understated. Consequently, when considering pricing strategies, you need to know what your business is competing on, that is, what do you want to be famous for? What’s your competitive advantage and why do you beat your competitors? We often refer to a model called the market positioning star to assist business owners and management to consider what strategy best suits their business. Essentially you have three choices from which you must beat the market in one and meet the market in at least one other. The options are to compete on 1) Product / Service offering – your offer, 2) Price or 3) Customer Intimacy / Experience. So, if your business is competing on price, then you are probably a low price, low margin, high volume business. If price isn’t a competitive strategy, and instead you are competing on differentiation, then you are probably a high price, high margin, low volume business. It’s vital that pricing strategies match your target market. It’s okay to be priced higher than your competitors, as long as you meet your customers’ expectations of quality and value, and you can clearly articulate that message to your customers. To build on this concept we link value, cost and quality. It’s important to remember that Value = to the client, Cost = to the business. Below are a handful of questions to test how well you apply this in your business. • How do you ascertain value to your customers? • How do you package what you do and create value in the eyes of your customers? • What is your value proposition, can you capture the essence of the value you add? • How do you price your offer? • Which one is most important? How would you prioritise them? • What will you win on? To round out the pricing discussion, we need to understand what some of the common pricing mistakes are. Below is a summary of the seven more common mistakes. 1. Going in too low and undercutting all the time - For some businesses, this isn't a mistake, it's an entire strategy. Going in too low all the time might be great for your top-line revenue number, but it can wreak havoc on your bottom-line profit if it doesn’t align with your strategy.

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Accountancy with Mike Atkinson of Bellingham Wallace.

Mike Atkinson.

2. Using the same margin for all products - There's no rule or requirement that says all products that you sell needs the same margin. Your business might be able to afford smaller margins based on high sales volume, however even then you should find ways to add value and increase those margins. 3. Not understanding the difference between margin and markup Margin is the % of the selling price that is profit, whereas Markup is the % of the total costs that is profit. Making this mistake can lead to profit erosion. For example, if you operate with a 100% mark up, and then offered a 50% discount off your sales price, you would be selling your product at cost. 4. Forgetting to take ALL costs into account - In order to price correctly every cost needs to be identified. Even small costs like credit card processing fees, which typically add 1% to 2% on every transaction can add up over time. Seek out costs, and know what is driving them, i.e., are they driven by activity and volume or are they fixed. 5. Finding out what you competition charges and doing the same Instead of being sheep and following your competition, do a bit more homework and start to discover and uncover the value you truly offer your customers. Then price for value. Try to compete on the value quality points from above, rather than just another supplier to your customers. 6. Setting sales commissions based on revenue not a percentage of profit – If you are using a commission-based sales team, then paying commission based on the top-line vs commission based on gross profit or even the bottom line directly impacts profitability. The more you sell the more you reduce your profit. Sales commissions are a cost of sale and need to be factored into your pricing matrix. 7. Discounting instead of adding value - At just a 10% discount, a typical business with a GP% of 30% would need to sell 50% more units to keep the same profit on the bottom-line, this number increases to needing to sell 100% more units if your GP% is 20%. Instead of relying on discounting, consider if there is there a way you can add value to your product or service, again linking back to our quality and value points from above. Avoiding pricing mistakes and being strong in your pricing proposition go hand-in-hand in building a profitable business. Pricing problems might be a symptom of other weaknesses in the business or your offering, such as poor quality, poor marketing of benefits, wrong match of service/ product to customer needs etc. Reviewing pricing is a discussion that often comes up, but how well do you actually do this? Are you good at providing desire or articulating the consequences of a course of action? Do you make it easy for a customer to buy from you? Do you understand the relationship between Cost, Quality and Value? When you’re reviewing your pricing strategies, just remember that pricing right is the fastest and most effective way to increase profits. For any help with all your pricing strategies and to assess the impact of discounting on your business, contact Mike Atkinson from Bellingham Wallace. Visit: www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz

LEGALLY SPEAKING: SCHNAUER & CO

By Lesley Harper, Associate – Senior Registered Legal Executive (Fellow) at Schnauer and Co. Lesley is a conveyancing practitioner experienced in property law who loves building connections with clients. For expert advice on subdivisions contact Lesley who is available to assist anyone who has any queries.

Subdivisions

EDUCATION: JAYNE DE LA HAYE, JUNIOR SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, KRISTIN SCHOOL

Lesley Harper.

– the crucial role of your lawyer At the end of 2021 an amendment to the Resource Management Act (RMA) was passed. This allows Councils in New Zealand’s larger cities to change their density planning rules so that more medium density homes can be built. Medium density housing includes terraced housing or apartments within a building of four storeys or less. These changes should make it easier for property owners to subdivide their land – whether you are a homeowner wanting to sell off part of your backyard or a property developer carrying out small or large scale multi-lot subdivisions. The subdivision process can still be daunting especially for those new to the process. A subdivision involves many professional including planners, surveyors, engineers, builders, architects, accountants and lawyers all of which have their part to play. Often the lawyer is not consulted until the subdivision is well underway but it is highly recommended that you seek legal advice early on. So when should your lawyer be involved? Initial concept plan and applying for Resource Consent: Once a concept plan has been drawn up by your surveyor and resource consent applied for, your lawyer should review the head title for any notations which may impede the subdivision such as restrictive covenants and easements. Gaining Resource consent: Your lawyer will now liaise with you on the conditions of the resource consent and the scheme plan with respect to legal requirements of the subdivision. Work now starts on implementing the conditions of the consent, including completing all physical works on site and payment of development contributions. Section 223: Your surveyor will submit a draft survey plan to Council for approval under Section 223 of the RMA. From the survey plan, the lawyer will start working on easement documentation such as rights of way and water supply. Your lawyer may also need to contact Chorus and Vector to enable the registration of telecommunications, gas and electricity supply easements. Often your lawyer will be required to prepare complex land covenants, perhaps a height restriction to protect sea views or building covenants to ensure a high standard is maintained in a multi lot subdivision. Section 224c: Once all subdivision conditions have been met and the survey plan approved, Council will issue a certificate under Section 224c of the RMA which will be lodged at LINZ together with the Section 223. Final stage: Your lawyer and surveyor will work closely together to lodge their subdivision documentation with LINZ. Often the preferred option is to lodge survey and new title documentation via Fast–track which aims to reduce the processing time. Timeframes for issue of new titles varies depending on the complexity but a simple subdivision should take between 10 to 15 working days. Selling the new lots: Many agreements are entered into before the new titles issue. You should seek advice from your lawyer in drafting the agreement to ensure that any necessary conditions and clauses are inserted. Schnauer & Co, 1 Shea Terrace, Takapuna 09 486 0177, www.schnauer.com

The importance of balance

Jayne de la Haye

The idea of balance is one which is very much at the heart of our approach to learning in Kristin’s Junior School. It’s increasingly common for adults to reflect on the importance of balance in their lives; often relating to work-life balance, but less discussed is how this same concept applies to the wellbeing of children. As educators of young children, we are keenly aware of the benefits a balanced approach to learning has on their wellbeing. One way we achieve balance is through the curriculum, which for us, is underpinned by the IB Primary Years programme. This unique international curriculum enhances the essential educational elements: physical, social and personal education, language, social studies, mathematics, science and arts. Language includes not only a structured approach to literacy in English, but also acknowledges the significant benefits of speaking more than one language. Exposure to Mandarin Chinese and te reo Māori ensures our students develop their linguistic skills while also opening a window into understanding of other cultures. The contribution that a strong arts education makes to wellbeing has long been recognised and we are fortunate to have a passionate team of specialist teachers whose expertise ensures learners also become confident at expressing themselves through a variety of creative and performing arts: music - vocal and instrumental, drama and visual arts. Knowing that physical development supports personal, social and emotional development, our specialist PE classes enable our students to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to participate in a whole variety of games and sports. This starts a journey that includes finding the spark for exercise that will keep them literally “moving” for life. Our commitment to explicitly teaching social and personal development as a core curriculum area, rounds out the programme. We are focussed on ensuring that the essential skills of social interactions are broken down, practised and reinforced. Taking time to equip children with the fundamental skills of self-awareness, self-management and emotional literacy also enhances their personal development which allows them to reach their potential. Our values based approach, reinforced through Chapel, assemblies and student leadership opportunities sets the tone for a positive, supportive and healthy culture that is fundamental to supporting wellbeing for all our students. However, it is through the outdoor education, co-curricular clubs, music and sport opportunities, outside of the regular programme that we are able to elevate the experience of our students to ensure the element of balance in their lives. Being able to stimulate intellectual curiosity during the school day and then participate in choir, sports, or a fun club such as cooking, art or technology, gives everyone the balance in their lives that is such an important protective factor to life’s stresses and strains. The focus of our children’s Junior School experience is to embrace the diverse opportunities available, be open-minded to new ideas and skills and have multiple opportunities to shine. As a result, we see well-balanced individuals prepared to take their next steps.

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PEST PLANT OF THE MONTH: WILD GINGER

Tackling pest plants to protect nature and our health JUNE PEST PLANT OF THE MONTH: Wild Ginger

Pest plants, such as wild ginger and moth plant, are invading Auckland’s North Shore – your gardens and your nearby bush reserves. Controlling them when they are small is easy and cheap. If they are left to grow, they can spread across your property onto your neighbours’ gardens and to nearby reserves. Auckland Council has recently introduced new rules that require people in some areas to remove some pest plants from their property, in order to protect our native biodiversity. Wild ginger, also known as Kahili ginger, grows up to two metres tall with large wax-covered leaves. It forms dense, longlived clumps that shade out the understorey and prevent growth of native seedlings and forest regeneration. It has red and yellow flowers that can produce hundreds of seeds.

There are several environmental networks across Auckland’s North Shore that support communities to recognise, report and remove pest plants and restore our native wildlife.

Take action as soon as possible: • Hand pull small seedlings, but only if you can remove all root fragments, as they will regrow if left. • For medium to large plants, use a pruning saw to cut the stem close to the ground. Aim to make the cut level (so that the herbicide can have the best contact with the freshly cut stump). Apply a thin film of MetGel onto the stump immediately after cutting. A thin film is all you need to prevent regrowth. • Follow up in three months to ensure all wild ginger plants have died. • Dispose of any seeds, rhizomes and roots in your rubbish bin to go to landfill, securely tied inside a plastic bag - to stop it spreading to other areas. Alternatively, they can be put inside a barrel of water (lid on) and will rot down within 1-2 years. Leaves and stems make a good mulch and can be left to rot down on site. • Stop pest plants invading again by replanting with non-pest plants (preferably native plants) once regrowth is no longer a problem. • Talk to your neighbours and encourage them to take action too!

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East Coast Bays and Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus & Bays info@restorehb.org.nz, restorehb.org.nz/resources-pest-plants/ Facebook.com/RestoreHB Kaipātiki, Pest Free Kaipātiki (PFK), enquiries@pestfreekaipatiki.org.nz https://www.pestfreekaipatiki.org.nz/myrtle-rust Facebook.com/pestfreekaipatiki/ Takapuna, Pupuke Birdsong Project, enviro@takapunatrust.org.nz Facebook.com/pupukebirdsongproject

Upper Harbour, Upper Waitematā Ecology Network (UWEN) info@upperharbourecologynetwork.org Facebook.com/ @upperwaitemataecologynetwork For advice on chemical-free alternatives, Kaipātiki Project community@kaipatiki.org.nz kaipatiki.org.nz Facebook.com/kaipatikiproject This monthly feature is a collaborative initiative between Restore Hibiscus & Bays, Pest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society, Pupuke Birdsong Project, Restoring Takarunga Hauraki, the Upper Waitematā Ecology Network and Kaipātiki Project. Building on Te Ao Māori principles of kaitiakitanga and whanaungatanga, these environmental networks bring our communities together to foster guardianship, care and respect towards our whenua, natural world and indigenous wildlife.

BOWLS NORTH HARBOUR: NEWS

with Lindsay Knight

Champion of champion events a focus Through the month of May the chief focus for Bowls North Harbour has been in deciding its champion of champion events and who will represent the centre in the respective national play-offs. The disciplines for either gender are singles, pairs, two-bowl triples and fours and their importance is that for many who are not quite in the elite bracket it is their best, and in some cases only, pathway to winning a national title. Some purists might question the ranking they enjoy by giving the chance of winning a prized national competition when the reality is that the centre open championships almost without exception contain much bigger and more competitive fields. The centre champion of champions event, of course, is limited to just one entry per discipline from a club, the winners of its respective Orewa's Elaine McClintock and Bart Robertson of the Helensville club. championships. In some instances that may mean no more than three or four teams or players in a particular For one of the best performed clubs in this season’s Harbour event. champion of championships has been Helensville, which has a Some might wonder, too, that both centre and national titles are relatively small but competitive membership, but has excelled decided on carpet greens when most club championships will have through the deeds of one of Harbour’s best bowlers, Bart been won on natural, grass greens. Robertson. Adding to the centre singles title won earlier in the year Bart has won his second singles title, the champion of champion pairs with Ricky Howe and the triples with Howe and Kyle Clark. And while he didn’t win a title Northcote’s David Pierce provided another example of the value of the concept. He made two finals in the pairs and the triples and the notable feature of that is that because of his work as a Television New Zealand camera-man, and husband of presenter Melissa Stokes, he is very much a part-time bowler. Continuing the Helensville rural theme, Riverhead’s Steve Cox, Grant Goodwin, Duane McDonald and Lindsay Gilmore won the However, of necessity centre and national champion of champion men’s four, beating a strong Browns Bay line-up in the final. events have to be played on artificial surfaces because the The women’s four title went to Takapuna’s Lisa Dickson, Lauren congested programmes affecting all levels of the game mean the Mills, Robyne Walker and Anne Dorreen, continuing a fine record in late autumn and winter are the only times of the year when they can the past few seasons by that club’s lady players. be staged. At those times of the year virtually all grass greens have They and Riverhead will be Harbour’s representatives in the been closed. national play-offs late next month in Hastings while the others from Yet there are many praiseworthy aspects to the champion of the centre to go onto the other New Zealand finals come from champions format as it tracks from club, centre and onto a national Orewa and Birkenhead. play-off. Elaine McClintock, a much-decorated bowler, will be Harbour’s It brings together a centre’s range of clubs, big and small, urban women’s singles representative, and her Orewa club-mates and rural and North Harbour is an excellent illustration of this, Christeen Dalzell, Maureen Howden and Jan Harrison will carry the offering a reminder that the region is not confined to urban North triples flag and Birkenhead’s Trish Croot and Kirsty Hill the pairs. Shore and big clubs like Birkenhead, Takapuna, Mairangi Bay and Browns Bay. Visit: www.bowlsnorthharbour.com

The centre champion of champions event, of course, is limited to just one entry per discipline from a club, the winners of its respective championships.

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YOUNITE YOUTH COUNCIL: NEWS

SHORE JUNCTION: NEWS UPDATE

By Younite co-chairs Tsenate (she/her) and Henry (he/ him), the 2022 co-chairs of Younite and are Year 13 students at Takapuna Grammar School and Kristin School.

By Shore Junction’s Youth Development Specialist Josh Martin

Celebrating Shore Junction

Josh Martin.

Every month I sit down to write about Shore Junction, I am filled with a sense of gratitude that our organisation has been given the responsibility to care for and support the young people of the North Shore. This past month we celebrated Youth week with the theme, “Our voices matter and we deserve to be heard”, and in a world where many adults make big decisions which affect rangatahi (youth), we believe that their voices are pivotal in shaping what Aotearoa looks like in the future. Here at Shore Junction we believe one of our core purposes is amplifying the voices of the young people in the community. Whether it’s through sharing their stories on social media, hosting a political debate at the centre, creating a youth-led steering committee for Shore Junction, or by supporting initiatives from Auckland Council to gather youth opinions on important topics like climate change, public transport, sustainability, and more.

I am so excited to share that in Youth Week 2022, we officially launched Shore Junction Records. It’s a way for us to record, produce and distribute music from Shore Junction youth to the world through all streaming platforms. We have spent a lot of time in discussions with young people around further initiatives we can implement to support their voices being heard. These conversations led to one overarching and important question: how do we amplify young peoples’ voices and allow them to share their stories in the ways they want to? I am so excited to share that in Youth Week 2022, we officially launched Shore Junction Records. It’s a way for us to record, produce and distribute music from Shore Junction youth to the world through all streaming platforms. We have also released our first three songs on an EP called “Our voices”, with the first three songs based around the theme of identity. These songs are called “Moving on up”, “Dear us” and “To my younger self”. This is only the beginning of the journey for the youth and Shore Junction Records, but we’re proud that we get to support these amazing young people in sharing their voices and their messages with the world. If you’d like to listen to these songs, simply search “Shore Junction” on Spotify, Apple music or anywhere you can stream music. www.shorejunction.nz

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Your local Youth Council

Henry Pinder and Tsente Akebergne.

Younite is the youth council for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and we are one of many youth boards across Auckland. Our focus is on ensuring the youth voice is considered and included in the decisions made by the local board in decisions made in each local board area. We are specifically focused on young people aged between 12-24 from Devonport all the way up to Sunnynook and Forrest Hill and everywhere else in-between! Essentially, we are representing youth voices within in this community and surround ourselves with matters concerning youth. Younite members raise issues they and their communities are facing, as well as encourage other youth to get involved and voice their opinions. We make an appraisal of this information and present it to our local board several times a year, so that they can consider youth concerns when they make decisions that impact young people. We spend time keeping up our social media presence, using both Facebook and Instagram as ways to connect with youth. We are passionate in wanting to increase youth connectivity to their community by creating and promoting events in our local board area which would interest youth. This year, we plan to target te reo Māori integration within the local community, promote more engagement with the local iwi and tangata whenua. Check out our Facebook page for a few videos we have produced featuring the common words and local suburbs in te reo Māori.

We are passionate in wanting to increase youth connectivity to their community by creating and promoting events in our local board area which would interest youth. We also want to elevate youth queer voices and will be focussing on increasing opportunities for young creatives within our community, as well as increasing youth involvement in the upcoming local board elections. We often collaborate with other youth groups, such as the Auckland Youth Voice Network and other Youth Councils within the Devonport-Takapuna local board region. At this time, many of our members are involved in Auckland Youth Voice’s projects which involve youth mental health and augmenting youth involvement in local politics. And these are just some of the things we do... but we are always seeking new ideas and new people to further explore our reach and vision! If you have a question, are interested in being a member or would like to contact us, please email younitechair@gmail.com. Also check out our social pages on Facebook and Instagram.

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GUNDRY'S GRUMBLES

Simon Gundry is a Devonport and North Shore identity, and character, who is known for calling a spade a spade. He is a director of contracting company Gill & Gundry, is an enthusiastic sailor (past crew-member of Ceramco New Zealand, Lion New Zealand and Shockwave) and is a life member of the North Shore Rugby Football Club. He has been writing this thought-provoking column for Channel ever since the very first issue (well over a decade ago!). Simon Gundry.

Waiting on my invite… What a beautiful autumn we are having, after a magnificent summer, the best I can remember in many, many years, it might even have been the best ever. I’ve been writing a column for this two bit magazine for some ten years now with little to no recognition from the management of Channel Magazine. I must say how greatly disappointed I was, yet again, to not get an invitation to their annual soiree at the Bruce Mason Centre. Obviously they don’t think I could run to a ‘black tie’ outfit. I’m not really offended, I’d as soon have a couple of beers with my mates at the North Shore Rugby Club. Mind you as soon as the Henry Luce of the North Harbour reads this, he’ll invite me to the next one, but after 10 years of not inviting me I will gladly turn down the invitation.

I also can’t understand why the 40 seat Metro buses continue to pour out of Devonport every half hour, heading to Cheltenham, Narrow Neck, Stanley Bay and Takapuna with virtually nobody on board for these trips. The other day I was out for a walk and counted just 12 people getting on buses at 5pm in the evening… I can’t understand, after countless hundreds of millions of dollars and many years of construction, that the road going north from Huntly to Rangiriri is closed for some 10 kilometers after just being opened a year or so ago. There are 10 kilometers of concrete barriers closing the road to one way at a grossly reduced speed. I would like to know why this has happened and how long it is going to be closed for. Is there a source of information online somewhere that we can search and ask these questions? It would be interesting to know. I also can’t understand why the 40 seat Metro buses continue to pour out of Devonport every half hour, heading to Cheltenham, Narrow Neck, Stanley Bay and Takapuna with virtually nobody on board for these trips. The other day I was out

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for a walk and counted just 12 people getting on buses at 5pm in the evening, surely to God somebody should realise this just isn’t working and there must be a better way. These huge diesel guzzling dinosaurs should be phased out and a more efficient means of transport established. It is nonsensical what is happening presently. With regard to Public Transport, a mate of mine didn’t have his car one day and decided to take public transport from his home in Takapuna to Albany and then on into the City, and back home again. The whole day cost him four hours of combined waiting and travelling on various transport modes and he swore he would never do it again. Until Public Transport is overhauled and changed to suit commuters, we just won’t get people using it. Talking about Transport, this makes me think of NZTA’s Road to Zero campaign, which we all know is a total impossibility. Why would they continue to spend some $80 million on advertising on a nonsensical and impossible dream? It will never happen and why would we think it would happen, unless we get everyone out of their cars, trucks, buses, work vehicles, ambulances and fire trucks. Get every vehicle off the roads and park them on big field somewhere outside Taumarunui, close down all the petrol stations and the motor mechanics so nobody can drive a vehicle, refuel it or get it fixed. We’d need to get people off their bikes, scooters and motor bikes, skateboards - any wheeled mode of transport would have to be removed. That’s the only way this absurd goal can be realised. While we are about it, the next achievement they’ll be thinking about it is a Road to Zero for drownings. Last year we had around 80 drownings, so we will need to get rid of all boats, full stop. All recreational and commercial boats and ships, maybe they could all be put in that very large paddock, just outside Taumarunui, alongside all the vehicles in the country. This is how stupid this Waka Kotahi project is, with their Road to Zero campaign. The whole country would just grind to a halt. I was really disappointed on Anzac Day to see the traditional 10am gathering at the Memorial of the Soldier in Devonport didn’t happen. Apparently the RSA, in their wisdom, decided to hold a gathering at 7.30am and their reason being was this: “Due to the timing of the changing Covid levels and the need to protect our veterans and the time needed for Council to process a permit and a traffic management plan to allow the normal Anzac Day event to proceed, it was cancelled for 10am”. What a load of crap. Devonport has had a traditional Anzac Day Parade every Anzac Day at 10am. Even after the Mosque shootings, and during the first lockdown of Covid, the residents organised their own service, very very successfully. This secretive Anzac Day service must never be allowed to happen again. And a final thing is, I would like to know what the Defence Force plans are for all the ghost Navy housing along Calliope Road. That is a good question, isn’t it? Enjoy the rest of your month. From the Publisher: I think you’ve been writing for 12 years Mr G. The invite's in the mail for 2023. We love your work.

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BAYLEYS RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE: KATHRYN ROBERTSON

News from Co Chairperson Phil Taylor

Harold getting out and about in the local community!

By Kathryn Robertson, Takapuna Residential Bayleys Real Estate Ltd

Phil Taylor

The Life Education Trust North Shore ambassador, Harold the Giraffe, is getting out and about in the local community. Last weekend Harold paid a visit to the team at Albany Toyota, a long term partner and sponsor of the Life Education Trust North Shore. He got to check out the new range of Toyota EV's, see how the Albany Toyota team engage with the local community and even had a chance to roll up his sleeves and help out with customer support!

Buy first, or sell first?

Kathryn Robertson.

In any market, one of the most common questions I get asked by buyers who have a house to sell is whether they should buy first and then sell, or vice versa. A year ago, it was a safe bet to buy unconditionally and have confidence that in the rising market we were enjoying, an unconditional sale would be imminent, with house prices outperforming previous weeks and capital gains growing faster than we could have ever predicted. The market we are currently experiencing is obviously very different, and therefore, my advice is to sell first. As a vendor, you get to dictate your preferred settlement, so consider pushing that date right out to give your purchasers ample time. This gives risk takers who want to buy before selling, time to do so, and it will give you time to find something to buy. It will provide certainty around how much you can afford, and it will put you in a dominant position when competing against conditional buyers, particularly at auctions (yes, many vendors still want to sell via auction). It’s a double-win if the market is tracking downward – gains can be made in the period between selling and buying. The worst thing that could happen is you have to rent or Airbnb while you wait for the perfect home, which in my opinion is a far better option than bridging and losing sleep due to financial stress.

The market we are currently experiencing is obviously very different, and as such, my advice is to sell first.

He got to check out the new range of Toyota EV's, see how the Albany Toyota team engage with the local community… Harold and Life Education Trust North Shore are focussed on building strong relationships with the local community, and partnerships like this support the ongoing delivery of quality programmes to tamariki across the North Shore. Keep an eye on our social channels (@lifeeducation_northshore) to follow Harold’s latest adventures and see how our educators are inspiring our tamariki to make positive life choices. Contact us: secretary@lifeeducationnorthshore.nz Visit: www.lifeeducationnorthshore.nz

Kathryn works at Bayleys in Takapuna, lives in Hauraki with her family, and is a proud member and supporter of her local community. She has been selling real estate on the North Shore for over 10 years. She's happy to talk real estate any time. Call Kathryn on 021 490 480 or email kathryn.robertson@bayleys.co.nz Kathryn Robertson, Residential Sales M +64 21 490 480 Bayleys Real Estate Ltd, Licensed under the REA Act 2008 28 Northcroft Street, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

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Entire Building In Prestigious Office Park Multi tenanted investment in 4 titles offered in one opportunity! 3/331 Rosedale Road, Albany

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Rare chance to own an entire building within the exclusive Rosedale Office Park. On offer is a fully occupied, road frontage building with superior fit-out and longterm tenants providing an exceptional investment. Nestled within a mature native woodland setting this office park established in 2004, has gated security and an on-site café. – Features: Total net income $273,467 pa. + gst • Long term tenants • 4 unit titles • 6 tenants providing consistent income • Lease guarantees • Secure basement parking • Unique woodland setting • Handy to transport links • For sale by negotiation. Contact me for more details on this unique investment.

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Shanan Halbert.

We’ve just released this year’s Budget, which sets out the next steps in our plan to build a secure future for our community. I wanted to make sure that you’d heard about a couple of key Budget initiatives, including a cost of living package to support local people here on the North Shore. Right now, the fundamentals of our economy are strong. We have record low unemployment, economic activity that is higher than it was before COVID-19, and debt lower than most countries we compare ourselves to. Our strong health response protected our economy through the COVID-19 pandemic, and we’ve pulled through better than almost anywhere else in the world. But we know that, despite these positive indicators, things are tough right now for many, as global inflation affects prices here at home. That’s why with Budget 2022, we’re taking further steps to ease the financial pressure on Kiwis, with a new cost of living package. This package includes a new temporary payment to help people with higher food and power bills. This will benefit more than two million people earning up to $70,000 a year who don’t already receive the Winter Energy Payment, including many here on the North Shore. This means that up to 60% of people in my electorate benefit from this Government’s changes since April 1st. Alongside this payment, we’re tackling transport costs, by extending our fuel tax cut, reduced road user charges and half price public transport for a further two months, and making half price public transport permanent for people on low incomes. We’re also taking action on supermarkets to make sure Kiwis are paying a fair price at the checkout. I’m proud of this cost of living package, but it’s not the only part of the Budget that will benefit the people on the North Shore. To secure our future, we’re making our largest ever investment in the health system and Pharmac, ensuring more people can access lifesaving medicines and treatments. We’re also delivering more paramedics and ambulances, to ensure urgent care is on hand when needed, and improving support for people with serious and acute conditions, as part of our work to build a new mental health and addiction system. The changes that we will see with the establishment of Health NZ and the Māori Health Authority will ensure everyone one in our community will have equitable access to quality healthcare. There’s a lot more in the Budget that will benefit our community including investment that helps us transition into low-emission transport, increased support through the Business Growth Fund, Digital and Apprenticeship Boosts, increased community policing capacity on our streets and investment in a crime prevention programme to help Police protect local small businesses affected by a spike in ram raids. Look out for one of my local meetings to hear more. Email: Shanan.Halbert@parliament.govt.nz Call my office on 0800 222 007 facebook shananhalbertMP instagram @shanan_halbert

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The Channel Crossword Set by Māyā (https://mayaofauckland.com/), each month for Channel. No. 76

Across

Down

Bill 'as firm sauce (7)

Plead about large boats? (7)

1/2 Sly ruler with gift of the gab could be made into a folk tale (5,5,5,5)

Castle with round of beer beneath? Wash it again... (9)

See 8

The likelihood evens out, perhaps? (4)

Playact, sir? Nonsense, these drugs cause immobility (10)

Taking out the two-spots, say? Solving like Holmes! (8)

10 ...and again... (5) 11

Party leader sent back concealed wing cases (6)

12 Plead about absence left by scab (8) 14 See 7 Down 15 Timber can't disguise this hairy-clawed crustacean (6,4)

7/14 A Folk tale in which Lilliputian left part of Yorkshire with gangster (6,3,6,4)

17 Car once portrayed a self-taught person (10)

8/3/22 Cadge old shilling? Conservative out of breath? Could cause animation (9,11)

18 One little spot from the first lousy roll (1,3) 20 Warriors matches not starting after the first of February (8)

13 I infiltrate anti-nuclear movement before everyone is over fairytale (10)

21 Lilliputian Sir 14 down scrambled to meet politician (6)

14 One way to dive for two principals (9)

24 14 down in singular 4 down for a loxodrome (5)

16 Sullivan, I propose, may be altered (8) 19 King's aboard the stage, in a manner of speaking (6)

25 Bookkeeper to sign boy? That's about right (9) 26 A milk supplier returned holding very loud material (7)

22 See 8 23 Lying rabble - I'd take out the 4 down (4)

27 Digs up healer's advantages (7)

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The Channel Crossword

AGE School

Rangitoto College

North Shore History: David Verran

Carmel College

Westlake Girls’ High School

Takapuna Grammar

Westlake Boys’ High School

Rosmini College

Eating Out Guide

Devonport News

Depot Artspace

Shop the Shore

Alaska - When to go?

Gramworthy

Kristin School

Talking Takapuna